Chadwick Boseman’s family has become embroiled in a bitter legal dispute nearly six years after the “Black Panther” star’s death.
The late actor’s brothers, Kevin and Derrick Boseman, are asking a Los Angeles court to remove his widow, Taylor Simone Ledward Boseman, as administrator of his estate. They accuse her of withholding information, delaying court-ordered distributions, and maintaining exclusive control over valuable assets tied to Chadwick’s finances and legacy.
However, the allegations have not yet been proven in court.
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Kevin and Derrick filed legal documents on Friday outlining several reasons they believe Taylor should no longer control their brother’s estate, according to TMZ, which obtained the filing. The brothers allege that Taylor has kept their family in the dark about the estate’s status despite a 2022 court order dividing its assets between her and Chadwick’s parents, Leroy and Carolyn Boseman.
Under that agreement, Taylor was entitled to 50% of the estate, while Leroy and Carolyn were to share the remaining half. Previous court filings valued the distributable estate at approximately $2.3 million after expenses, although its total inventoried value had reportedly reached more than $3.8 million.
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Nearly four years after that arrangement was approved, Kevin and Derrick claim the administration remains unfinished and that their parents still have not received everything to which they are entitled. They allege the unresolved estate includes more than $3 million held across various bank accounts, along with film residuals, royalties, investments, insurance policies, intellectual property rights, personal property, and income connected to Chadwick’s name and image.
Taylor has not publicly responded to the allegations.
The Brothers Want A Full Accounting Within 30 Days
The filing reportedly identifies several tasks the brothers believe remain incomplete. Kevin and Derrick claim Taylor has not transferred a long-term care insurance policy to their mother, properly closed and distributed funds from Chadwick’s bank accounts, or fully accounted for SAG-AFTRA residual payments generated after his death. They also allege that she has failed to collect and distribute unclaimed property belonging to the actor.
Residual payments can continue arriving years after a performer’s death through television broadcasts, streaming, home entertainment, and other uses of past work. In Chadwick’s case, that could involve projects throughout his career, including his appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and his acclaimed final performances.
The brothers are asking the court to order Taylor to provide a complete accounting and distribute the remaining estate assets within 30 days. They also want her held in contempt for allegedly failing to comply with the 2022 order.
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Under California’s probate process, an estate administrator is responsible for identifying and collecting assets, resolving debts and taxes, maintaining financial records, and distributing the remaining property to the legally recognized beneficiaries. An accounting would document the money received, expenses paid, assets retained, and distributions made during the administration.
Kevin And Derrick Boseman Want A New Administrator Appointed
Kevin and Derrick are not merely asking the court to impose a deadline. They want Taylor permanently removed from her position and attorney Jason Rubin appointed to oversee the remaining work.
California courts can remove a personal representative when legally recognized grounds exist, including mismanagement, failure to perform required duties, or conduct that places an estate’s property at risk. Filing a removal petition does not automatically establish that any misconduct occurred; the brothers will still need to support their allegations before the court decides whether intervention is warranted.
They are also asking the judge to prevent Taylor from signing major contracts involving Chadwick’s estate without the family’s approval and require her to provide copies of existing estate-related agreements.
According to the filing, the alleged delays have left Chadwick’s parents without money and insurance benefits they were awarded. His brothers further claim the family has been unable to pursue certain business opportunities involving his legacy while Taylor continues to profit from his name and likeness.
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Kevin and Derrick say they made numerous attempts to resolve the matter directly before turning to the court. They now want Taylor ordered to cover the family’s attorney’s fees and other legal expenses.
The ongoing conflict is rooted partly in the fact that Chadwick died intestate, meaning he did not leave a legally enforceable will directing how his probate assets should be handled.
Taylor petitioned to become administrator shortly after his death and was appointed as the estate’s personal representative with limited authority in November 2020. At the time, the estate was initially estimated to contain approximately $938,500 in assets. Later filings revealed additional funds, including residual payments, that substantially increased its reported value.
Because Chadwick had no children and left no will, California succession laws determined who could inherit the probate property. However, not everything associated with a deceased celebrity necessarily falls into a single probate estate. Insurance proceeds with named beneficiaries, jointly owned accounts, trusts, corporate assets, and certain contractual rights can be governed separately.
That distinction may become important as the court examines the brothers’ claims regarding insurance, intellectual property, royalties, and contracts connected to Chadwick’s image.
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The dispute also highlights why the administration of a celebrity estate can continue long after an initial distribution order. Unlike a single bank balance, residuals and licensing income may keep arriving, while the commercial use of a performer’s name and likeness can create continuing financial and approval questions.
The Legal Battle Follows A Public Display Of Family Unity
The court fight presents a stark contrast to the united image Chadwick’s loved ones displayed only months ago. In November 2025, Taylor, Kevin, and Derrick attended the actor’s posthumous Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony. Taylor accepted the honor on her husband’s behalf, while his brothers joined fellow stars and collaborators in celebrating his legacy.
Chadwick died on August 28, 2020, at age 43 after privately battling colon cancer for four years. He continued filming projects such as “Black Panther,” “Da 5 Bloods,” and “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” while undergoing surgeries and chemotherapy.
“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much,” his family said while announcing his death, per BBC. “It was the honor of his career to bring King T’Challa to life in ‘Black Panther.’”
Now, the court must determine whether Taylor has failed to complete her legal responsibilities or whether she can adequately account for the estate’s remaining assets. Until the judge rules, Kevin and Derrick’s claims remain allegations, and Taylor continues to serve as administrator.
2026 is a great time for Spider-Man fans, who are eagerly awaiting the premiere of the first Spider-Man movie in five years, Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The film will serve as a direct follow-up to Spider-Man: No Way Home (co-starring Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield), and it will follow Peter Parker (played by Tom Holland) after everyone has forgotten who he is, leaving him to rely on being Spider-Man to connect him to the old world. Spider-Man fans were also treated to a new TV series earlier this year, Spider-Noir, starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly. The show has not officially been picked up for Season 2 yet, but the widely positive reception and viewership alludes to it receiving the chance to continue beyond Season 1.
While Peter Parker has carved out a name for himself as the Spider-Man of a generation, younger fans have found themselves flocking to Miles Morales, who was first introduced in 2011. Between his roles in the Spider-Verse movies and the Spider-Man games from Insomniac, many Spider-Man fans have found themselves more connected with Miles than Peter, despite the character not yet appearing in live-action. However, during a recent interview, Marvel boss Kevin Feige confirmed that Miles will eventually make his way into the MCU, saying: “I think live-action Spider-Man movies have this destiny: to add Miles [Morales] at some point after the Spider-Verse series is completed.” Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, which is confirmed to be the final entry in the beloved animated franchise, will be released in theaters on June 18, 2027. After Secret Wars at the end of 2027, it’s possible that the next Spider-Man movie could center around Miles, not Peter.
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Collider Exclusive · Marvel Personality Quiz Which MCU Hero Are You? Spider-Man · Daredevil · Iron Man · Punisher · Thor · Cap
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Six heroes. One destiny. Answer 10 questions to discover which Marvel Cinematic Universe hero shares your personality, values, and fighting spirit. Will you swing, fly, or thunder your way to glory?
🕷️Spider-Man
😈Daredevil
🤖Iron Man
💀Punisher
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What drives you to do what’s right? Choose the answer that feels most like you.
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It’s 2 AM. Where are you? Your answer says more about you than you’d think.
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How do you handle a villain who keeps escaping justice? Every hero has a method. What’s yours?
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How do you feel about keeping a secret identity? The mask — or the lack of one — says everything.
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You’ve lost someone important because of your heroism. How do you carry that? Every hero pays a price. The question is how they pay it.
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What’s your role when working with a team? Who you are under pressure is who you actually are.
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Where do you draw the line between justice and revenge? The answer defines what kind of hero you really are.
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When you’re not saving the world, what does life look like? The person behind the mask is always the more interesting story.
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What keeps you up at night? Fear is useful data — if you’re honest about what you’re actually afraid of.
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The battle is lost. You’re outnumbered, outgunned, and exhausted. What do you do? This is your tiebreaker — choose carefully.
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Your Hero Has Been Identified Your MCU Hero Is…
Based on your answers, the Marvel hero who matches your spirit, values, and instincts has been revealed.
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Queens, New York
🕷️ Spider-Man
You carry the weight of the world on shoulders that are younger than they should have to be — funny, loyal, and endlessly self-sacrificing.
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You do the right thing not because it’s easy, but because no one else will.
You understand that responsibility isn’t a burden you choose — it’s one that finds you.
Whether it’s a neighbourhood mugging or a multiverse crisis, you show up.
Peter Parker’s lesson — that great power demands great responsibility — isn’t a slogan to you. It’s the code you live by, even when it costs you everything.
Hell’s Kitchen, New York
😈 Daredevil
You fight in the shadows between law and chaos, guided by a fierce moral compass that refuses to let the guilty walk free.
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You use every tool available — your mind, your body, your faith — to protect those the system overlooks.
You’ve looked into the darkness and chosen not to become it, though the line has never been easy.
Matt Murdock’s duality — champion in the courtroom, devil in the alley — mirrors your own.
Relentless, conflicted, and unwilling to stop. That is exactly you.
Stark Industries, Malibu
🤖 Iron Man
Brilliant, driven, and occasionally insufferable — but always the person who solves the unsolvable problem.
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You lead with your mind and back it up with resources, innovation, and a stubbornness that borders on heroic.
You started out looking out for yourself, but somewhere along the way the world became your responsibility.
Tony Stark’s arc — from ego to sacrifice — is your arc too.
You build, you plan, and when the moment comes, you’re willing to give everything. Because in the end, you’re Iron Man.
New York City
💀 The Punisher
You’ve been through fire that would break most people — and it did change you, completely. What’s left is unyielding, relentless, and operating by a code forged in grief.
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You don’t ask for forgiveness, and you don’t expect gratitude.
You see a corrupt, broken world and you’ve decided to do something about it, consequences be damned.
Frank Castle’s war is born from love twisted by loss — and so is yours.
Uncompromising and unflinching — the world may not agree with your methods, but your conviction is absolute.
Asgard · Protector of the Nine Realms
⚡ Thor
Powerful, proud, and on a lifelong journey to become worthy of the legend you carry.
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You lead with strength but have learned — sometimes painfully — that true greatness comes from humility and growth.
You’re larger than life, yet more vulnerable than you let on.
Thor’s story is one of transformation: from arrogant prince to worthy king, from isolated warrior to beloved protector.
You bring the storm when it’s needed — and the warmth when it matters just as much.
Brooklyn, New York · The Avengers
🛡️ Captain America
You believe in something bigger than yourself — and you fight for it even when the world has moved on and nobody else will.
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You don’t bully the small guy, and you never stop when it gets hard.
Steve Rogers didn’t become a hero when he got the serum — he was always one. So were you.
Your strength isn’t in your fists; it’s in your refusal to compromise what’s right, no matter the cost.
In a world full of people taking the easy road, you’re the one who picks up the shield and stands up — every single time.
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What Are Miles Morales’ Powers?
Miles Morales has similar powers to Peter Parker in that he has enhanced durability, strength, and agility, along with the ability to web-swing, but he also has access to more powers that are unavailable to Peter Parker. Miles has a power known as Active Camouflage, meaning he can go nearly invisible briefly, or at least invisible enough that he completely blends into his surroundings, making him almost impossible to see. He also has access to electrical abilities, including the ability to channel electricity and harness it through punches and other moves. He’s easily one of the strongest street-level heroes in Marvel.
Stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which opens in theaters on July 31.
Nothing hits harder than fight weekend in Las Vegas. The best way to celebrate is with good company and great steak. No place in town does it better than Circa Las Vegas on Fremont Street. Under the neon glow of the canopy, people are always abuzz about one thing: Barry’s Downtown Prime.
It is a well-known fact that Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg’s favorite restaurant in the world is Barry’s inside of Circa. They always make it a point to stop in as much as they can, and this trip included a special guest: NKOTB member Jordan Knight. The trio snapped photos on the red carpet before sitting down for their meal. Jenny is known to post Instagram Reels showing off to all of their fans and professing how much they adore the food and restaurant. Her last two videos garnered over 2 million views to date. If you go, don’t forget to order Donny’s favorite menu item: the Oreo Ice Cream Pie.
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Some of the cast of Taylor Sheridan’s action series Lioness, including LaMonica Garrett, who also just had his new action movie Man of War premiere recently, along with Thad Luckinbill, Austin Hebert, and everyone knows James Jordan not only from Lioness but Landman as well, stopped into Barry’s for dinner. After enjoying everything, they were escorted to the Legacy Club by Circa Executive Richard Wilk to snap photos at the luxurious bar overlooking the city’s lights. Talk about a superstar evening.
Spotted at the Lucky Box vending machine, TikTok/Instagram star and former Air Force member Justin “Danger” Nunley was seen pulling a signed Fernando Mendoza jersey. Just beforehand, he was enjoying Barry’s along with his two kids and Joey Hamilton, winner of season 3 of Ink Master, along with his wife. Nunley has almost 15 million followers between both platforms, so imagine how many viewers were jealous of his exciting evening.
Serial entrepreneur and venture capitalist turned huge social media influencer John Cerasani was spotted filming his baccarat play in the high limit room and later seen at Legacy Club posing with Circa CEO/Owner Derek Stevens. Aside from his over a million fans that tune into his content about his experiences gambling, it is always great to spot him from across any room he is in.
If you had a day to spend at Circa Las Vegas, what would you do? Just ask Ellie Dempster, the first female champion belt holder for PowerSlap. She was spotted on property being interviewed by Francia James, who has over 16 million followers on social media. Following the interview, the girls were having fun posing with the iconic Crazy Girls statue that sits at the entrance to Legacy Club. A video they took has over 1.5 million views. Afterward, they went up to Victory Burger & Wings inside the sportsbook to eat.
So many reasons to come to Las Vegas, and so many people to see. From the food to the events, it can be hard to narrow down everything into one trip. For those looking for everything under one roof, Circa Las Vegas seems to do just that.
A dead body was found inside a clothing donation box in Odessa, Texas. According to the Odessa Police Department, officers responded to the corner of East Eighth Street and Coleman Avenue on Friday, July 17. Most recently, the body has been identified.
Police Investigating After Dead Body Found In Donation Box
Officers from the Odessa Police Department responded to a report about a deceased person near the corner of East Eighth Street and Coleman Avenue on Friday, July 17, in Odessa, Texas.
According to KOSA, the officers found the dead body of an adult male inside a clothing donation box upon arrival at the location. The authorities do not yet know the cause of death, but the Odessa Police Department shared a post on Facebook noting that an investigation is underway as they await autopsy results.
“Deceased Person. On 7-17-26, the Odessa Police Department responded to a deceased person call at 8th and Coleman,” the statement reads. “Upon arrival, officers located a man deceased inside of a clothes donation box. Investigators are busy trying to identify the deceased and determine a cause of death. There are no outward signs of foul play, and an autopsy has been ordered. We will update as the investigation continues.”
On Wednesday, July 22, the man was identified as Roberto Hernandez.
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Resident Nearby Noted A Foul Smell Prior To Discovery
Juan Enriquez lives near the intersection, and he said he noticed a foul smell for weeks before the grisly discovery.
At first, he thought it was a smelly garbage can due to the hot summer. However, he soon learned the source of the odor after the OPD and medical examiner arrived on the scene.
“I never knew where it came from, I just smelled it,” he said to KOSA. “But I thought it was a trash can, you know how it smells during the summertime.”
The clothing donation box was removed from the location on July 19.
“I mean really, I’ve been here for 40 years, and this is the first time we had something this close,” he said.
A Florida Man WAS Arrested After Dead Body Found In Bedroom
As previously reported by The Shade Room, a Florida man was arrested last year after his mother found a dead body in his bedroom. Robert Hendrix was taken into custody after the body of his girlfriend, Kristin Carrier, was found wrapped in a tarp.
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His mother was reportedly escaping a rainstorm when she found Carrier. She called the police, and they found “blood patterns on the walls and floor” of Hendrix’s home.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office revealed that Carrier died of “multiple gunshot and stab wounds,” and he was charged with murder.
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The first look at Jamie Campbell Bower in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 has been released. It’s also been confirmed that he will play Celeborn, who will be a love interest of Galadriel.
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September 1, 2022
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John D. Payne, Patrick McKay, Louise Hooper, Charlotte Brändström, Wayne Yip
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Patrick McKay, John D. Payne, J.R.R. Tolkien, Justin Doble, Jason Cahill, Gennifer Hutchison, Stephany Folsom, Nicholas Adams
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A Florida mom was arrested after deputies conducted a wellness check at her residence in Palm Coast. Law enforcement found Carla Nishikura allegedly living with her three children in a feces-covered home.
Carla Nishikura Arrested After Neighbor Calls Police
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office conducted a welfare check at the home in response to a nude child reportedly wandering outside, according to WFTV. A neighbor called the police after seeing the child and taking her home.
Nishikura allegedly told the deputies that the child is autistic and non-verbal. Additionally, she said the girl wanders and that she forgot to zip-tie the garage door shut.
According to PEOPLE, deputies reported seeing feces on the walls, floors, and ceiling upon entering the home. Furthermore, cracked eggs and urine allegedly covered the floors.
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The Department of Children and Families found a cleaning company to help, but it reportedly declined due to “the biohazard conditions.” The Florida mom allegedly admitted to police that she couldn’t “manage her home and children on her own.”
Nishikura Cursed At Police During Her Arrest
A police officer told Gulf Coast News that the entire house was “disgusting.”
“Inside the house, there was feces on the floor, ceiling walls, there were, uh, outlets, um, with electrical wires, uh, showing and, it was, it was pretty disgusting,” he said.
Furthermore, footage of Nishikura being arrested captured her swearing at the deputies and threatening to sue.
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“If this sh*t ends up on f*cking news, I swear to God I’m suing you guys,” she said.
Sheriff Credits Neighbor For Reporting Florida Mom
FCSO Sheriff Rick Staly commended the neighbor for reporting what they saw, per PEOPLE.
“Thank God for good neighbors who ‘Saw Something And Said Something.’ When a little girl was found naked in the street, the entire neighborhood dropped everything to help her,” he said. “They went door to door and most importantly, picked up the phone and called us. It’s the only reason why these children are safe today.”
Staly added that the home’s condition was “sickening.”
“What deputies found inside that home was sickening,” he added. “No one, not even a dog, should spend one night living in those conditions.”
Television personality Courtney Stodden is using her social media platform to promote ending child marriage. In doing so, the 31-year-old has made several social media posts highlighting inappropriate actions she’s faced throughout her life. This includes sharing a screenshot of a previous skit featuring “Seinfeld” alum Jason Alexander in which he acted inappropriately. Now, the actor has responded.
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Following Stodden’s post discussing the skit with Alexander, in which he repeatedly rubbed his cell phone against her breasts, the “Seinfeld” alum issued a statement to TMZ. In it, he took accountability for his actions, which occurred when she was 17. Alexander also apologized to the media personality for the indiscretion.
According to him, “Looking back at the comedy sketch in which Ms. Stodden and I participated in 2012, I completely agree that it was inappropriate and I truly regret it.”
The 66-year-old then said, “But more importantly, I am deeply sorry for any harm or distress it has caused Ms. Stodden. I offer her my sincerest apologies.”
Stodden took to her official Instagram account in July 2026 to recall her encounter with Alexander while filming the 2012 “Funny or Die” sketch in question. She began, “I was 17 years old in this photo. The older I get, the more impossible this is to understand.”
After that, she described what happened during the filming, saying, “During this comedy sketch, Jason Alexander repeatedly rubbed his phone across my breasts while saying there was ‘no signal’ in my head but ‘plenty of signal’ in my chest.”
She continued, “Later in the sketch, he joked that when I turned 18 he’d like to take me behind the couch and have his way with me.” Stodden went on to highlight the fact that Alexander has a writer credit for the skit on IMDb.
She continued reflecting, saying, “As an adult, that fact has become harder—not easier—for me to understand. I was a minor. I didn’t have the legal power to decide whether I wanted to participate. The contracts were signed by adults. The paycheck went to Doug. The production moved forward. I was the only child in the room. I felt so alone.”
Courtney Also Discussed How She Sees The Skit Today
Stodden continued, going into detail about her feelings today about the “Funny or Die” skit with Alexander. Specifically, she stated that, as an adult, she doesn’t see the inappropriate skit as being comedy. Stodden also defended herself against those who say she decided to film the video with the actor.
According to her, “Looking back now, I don’t see comedy. I see a 17-year-old girl whose body became part of an adult joke. She continued, “People still say, “You chose to be there.” Legally, I couldn’t make those decisions for myself. That’s the point. I can’t change what happened to me, but I can ask myself: How did so many adults look at a minor and decide this was acceptable?”
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After that, at the end of her post, Stodden stated that the reason she’s speaking out is that “children deserve laws that protect them. They shouldn’t have to become adults before realizing the law should have protected them all along.”
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As mentioned, Stodden has been using her social media platform to bring awareness to the bill currently proposed in California to make 18 the legal marrying age in the state. According to The Collegian, the California State Senate Judiciary Committee voted to progress the bill in July, with a 12-0 vote.
Gail Pellerin, California State Assembly member, said of the bill, “The human rights commission considers marriage under the age of 18 to be a human rights abuse. It’s long past time that we end that abuse here in California.”
Currently, minors in California can get married with the consent of one parent or guardian and an order from a judge.
Courtney Stodden Previously Spoke About Legal Underaged Marriages
When Stodden was 16, she married Doug Hutchinson, who was 51. They were married for nine years before their divorce was finalized in 2020. Stodden spoke out about the availability of underage marriages in the United States in 2025 during a PEOPLE interview.
She began, “I don’t want this to happen to anyone else, and it scares me.” As for why she’s highlighting the issue, Stodden explained, “We’re the hotbed for the dirty little secret, which is pedophiles marrying our children legally in the United States, so that’s why I’m speaking out.”
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Stodden also reacted to her Lifetime biopic, “I Was a Child Bride: The Courtney Stodden Story.” According to her, “I’m glad I did it, but boy, it’s been hard to watch it. It’s something I’ve lived through, and it’s the PG version, it’s the TV version. A lot of scenes were cut because it was too much for TV.”
She added, “It’s the craziest story I’ve ever heard, and it’s my own.”
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Go to France and you’ll see the chicest ladies wearing the exact same dress styles. They reach for delicate prints, flowy fabrics and silhouettes that look expensive without even trying, and these 13 chic dresses totally nail the aesthetic. Unlike the pricey picks on Avenue Montaigne, they start at only $4!
These mini, midi and maxi numbers are hiding at Walmart, and when I tell you I had to do a triple take, I mean it. Whether you’re searching for a casual dress for errands or an elevated outfit for September weddings, you’ll find it below. My favorites are the easiest way to look like a cool French girl — and a rich one, at that.
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13 French-Girl Dresses at Walmart — From $4
1. Easy ‘Oui’: With the flattering fit-and-flare silhouette, dainty flutter sleeves and timeless floral print, what’s not to love? This everyday dress stuns with sneakers and sandals alike.
2. Like Loungewear: Like me, French girls seek classy yet comfortable clothes. This maxi dress feels like a second skin and stretches like it, too.
3. Luxe Linen: Nothing beats a hot day like the right linen dress, and this midi is as chic as it is functional.
4. Provence Pick: When you’re feeling romantic, opt for this dreamy floral sundress that belongs in the French countryside.
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5. Cute and Crisp: Nothing says ‘put together’ like this loose midi shirtdress. It begs to be worn with a straw bag and sandals.
6. Elevated Tee: This casual T-shirt dress is what polished gals wear instead of sweats. It’s just as seamless to toss on, but so much more elevated.
7. Looking Snatched: Flattering is an understatement with this lightweight beach dress that hugs where you want and flows where you don’t.
8. Wedding Guest: This dressy floral maxi dress brings a pop of Paris to any Milwaukee matrimony.
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9. Miss Sophisticated: Front buttons, a tie collar and a solid color are just a few highlights of this classy midi dress.
10. Nightgown Dress: Let me introduce you to the nightgown dress trend. This cotton-blend wonder has all the frills and none of the fuss.
11. Zimmermann Vibes: Before you drop thousands, check out this designer-like long-sleeve dress that’s perfect for late summer and fall.
12. Coastal Twist: Loose and drapey, this boho maxi dress channels pure coastal vibes. The seashell print is the cherry on top.
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13. Simple Stunner: This sleeveless dress pairs beautifully with a denim jacket for summer, then a cardigan for fall. With 20 colors to choose from, I want two!
At 95, William Shatner has survived career highs, personal heartbreak, and decades in Hollywood.
Yet nothing prepared the legendary actor for the moment he and his youngest daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, found themselves battling separate stage 4 cancer diagnoses within months of each other.
Now cancer-free, the father and daughter are using their experience to encourage others to embrace hope, resilience, and early detection.
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For years, William Shatner has been known as the fearless Captain James T. Kirk, but his toughest challenge unfolded far from a television set.
The “Star Trek” icon recently revealed that both he and daughter Melanie endured separate stage 4 cancer diagnoses during one of the most difficult chapters their family has experienced.
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Melanie’s ordeal began in July 2022 after she discovered a small lump beneath her breast despite receiving a clear mammogram only months earlier. Further testing confirmed HER2-positive breast cancer that had already spread to lymph nodes in her chest.
As she underwent chemotherapy, targeted therapies, a double mastectomy, and radiation, the family faced another devastating blow. In June 2023, Shatner learned he had stage 4 malignant melanoma that had spread to his lungs and brain.
Rather than allowing the diagnoses to define them, both leaned heavily on family support while continuing to look ahead.
“We’re a very together family,” William told PEOPLE. “We’re bonded by all kinds of difficulties that we’ve overcome.”
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William Shatner Became His Daughter’s Biggest Source Of Strength
One of the defining moments of Melanie’s treatment came during a frightening late-night phone call.
While undergoing chemotherapy, she reached a point where fear overwhelmed her.
“I was having a moment and was hysterical,” she recalled. “I called you and said, ‘I think I’m dying.’”
Within minutes, William arrived at her home.
Melanie said her father wrapped her in what she has always called a “daddy bear hug” before reassuring her that the crisis would not define her future.
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“He said, ‘This is going to be a blip in your life. You’re going to get through this, and it’ll be a memory,’” she remembered.
The encouragement became especially meaningful because William would soon face his own life-threatening diagnosis.
When doctors discovered the melanoma had already spread, the actor approached the news with characteristic optimism.
“They said, ‘You got cancer. If you came in later, you would have been dead.’ See? That’s my life,” he said. “I think the universe is taking care of me.”
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Their Recovery Inspired A New Mission Beyond Hollywood
By late 2024, both William Shatner and Melanie Shatner Gretsch had no evidence of active cancer.
The experience changed how they viewed time, family, and purpose.
On July 29, the father-daughter duo will launch the weekly podcast “No Time but Now,” where they’ll speak with physicians, cancer survivors, wellness experts, and advocates about navigating life’s biggest challenges.
Among the scheduled guests are Olympic gold medalist and cancer survivor Scott Hamilton, end-of-life educator Alua Arthur, author Anita Moorjani, nutrition researcher Dr. William Li, and Ian Ward, widely known as “The King of Chemo.”
For William, the project reflects a belief that meaningful conversations can help others facing uncertainty.
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“It’s easy for us in this lovely home to say, ‘Make your life meaningful.’ It’s much more difficult to be poverty-stricken and wonder how you’re going to get through it. I’ve been there,” he said. “But it’s also possible to endure that and be aware of the beauty around you.”
Melanie said surviving cancer transformed her outlook completely.
“[Overcoming cancer] changed my life. I’m not so afraid anymore, and there’s so much freedom and joy,” she said.
Modern Treatments Changed Both Of Their Outcomes
The family’s story also reflects how dramatically cancer treatment has evolved over the past two decades.
Melanie’s HER2-positive breast cancer was once associated with significantly poorer outcomes. Today, targeted HER2 therapies have helped improve survival rates for many patients, particularly when combined with surgery and systemic treatment.
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Similarly, advances in immunotherapy have reshaped the outlook for advanced melanoma.
According to Dr. Omid Hamid of The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute, Shatner received a combination of immunotherapy drugs designed to activate the body’s own immune system against cancer cells.
“He was treated with a combination of two drugs,” Hamid explained, adding that the therapies “are now standard” and remain well tolerated, even among older patients.
“He’s doing phenomenally well,” the doctor added.
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Melanie’s breast surgeon, Dr. Carlie Thompson, also credited newer treatments for making outcomes possible that once seemed unlikely.
She said Melanie “had angels on her side,” while emphasizing that listening to her instincts after discovering the lump ultimately helped save her life.
William Shatner Says Family Matters More Than Legacy
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Despite approaching his 96th birthday, William shows little interest in slowing down.
The actor has multiple books and music projects in development while continuing to pursue new creative ventures. Still, he says the greatest reward isn’t another acting credit or industry honor.
Instead, family has become the center of his world. Weekly Sunday dinners that once included only William and his three daughters have expanded to more than 15 relatives, including grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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Melanie affectionately calls her father “the Big Kahuna,” describing him as the family’s patriarch.
For William, that role now means more than any Hollywood accolade.
“Statues are torn down at some point,” he said. “‘Legacy’ is doing good deeds and helping other people. That reverberates for the end of time.”
After surviving parallel battles with stage 4 cancer, both father and daughter appear determined to spend less time looking back and more time helping others move forward one conversation, one family gathering, and one shared story at a time.
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