People love to say your vibe attracts your tribe. However, when the tribe is a celebrity PR team, the optics get a little more complicated, especially when the person shaping the headlines has a headline of his own. Emails reviewed by The Blast show Avi Small repeatedly distributing press materials about Paris Jackson’s legal battle with the executors of her late father Michael Jackson’s estate. The correspondence spans at least March through July 2026.

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On paper, the assignment fits Avi Small’s new résumé. He currently serves as a vice president specializing in crisis communications at HELLER, which advises companies and high-profile individuals dealing with litigation, public controversy and reputational harm.

According to the firm’s current biography, Small joined in 2025 after nearly a decade working at the “highest levels of New York politics and government.” His previous job is where the story takes a turn for the worse.

Avi Small Resigned From Hochul’s Office Following Harassment Allegation

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Before entering private-sector PR, Avi Small served as press secretary to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. The New York Times first reported in July 2025 that a male colleague had accused him of inappropriate touching. Times Union later placed the alleged incident at McGeary’s in Albany following a June 16 softball game involving current and former staffers from the governor’s office.

Hochul’s office placed Small on administrative leave June 25, and he resigned July 4. In a brief resignation letter obtained by Politico, Small said he was “grateful for the opportunity” to serve the administration but didn’t address the allegation.

Previous Investigation Examined Additional Allegations Against Avi Small

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On July 7, 2025, Times Union reported that WilmerHale conducted the outside investigation and finished its work during the week of Small’s resignation. The governor’s office said the inquiry was “substantively complete” by Friday afternoon, but its findings haven’t been released publicly.

The June complaint wasn’t the first time Small’s workplace conduct had come under scrutiny. Politico reported that a separate 2024 investigation examined allegations that he berated junior employees and discussed his sex life at work.

Multiple sources also told the outlet that human resources had received information alleging Small cornered a subordinate in a supply closet while questioning them. A person familiar with the confidential outcome said the review didn’t result in a finding of a human resources violation.

Kathy Hochul Defended Her Administration’s Handling Of The Allegations

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After the investigation ended, around 10 staffers met with human resources seeking more information about its outcome, according to Politico. A person who attended the meeting said an HR representative encouraged the group not to discuss the accusations and explained that the findings would remain private to protect witnesses from retaliation.

One week after Small resigned amid the separate 2025 allegation, Hochul defended both her decision to keep him following the earlier investigation and her administration’s response to the new complaint. “The environment was changed where people felt comfortable to come forward,” she said, adding that there was “no tolerance for misconduct.”

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Erica Vladimer, founding director of Harassment-Free New York, wasn’t convinced. She argued that Small’s resignation shouldn’t end the investigation and said the administration needed to examine whether it had responded appropriately to the complaints about his conduct in 2024. “It’s very clear that Avi had an opportunity to harass someone after he was already investigated in the first place. Why?” she said.

Meanwhile, the estate fight at the center of his outreach continues. An unnamed spokesperson for Paris Jackson called her May court victory over $625,000 in disputed legal bonuses from an estate worth $3 billion a “massive win.”

In July, the 28-year-old musician was opposing executor John Branca’s attempt to seal records related to objections to bonuses to other attorneys. Branca stated that disclosure could hurt future business deals and accused her of using “inflammatory rhetoric” unrelated to the sealing dispute.

Away from the filings, Paris Jackson has been focused on music. She’s currently on tour and preparing to release her second album, “Happiest Day of My Life,” on August 21.

A$AP Rocky is breaking his silence about what truly went down between him and Rihanna at the 2026 Met Gala.

The “Fashion Killa” rapper, nearly four months later, is putting rumors of tension to rest, telling critics to mind their business.

The power couple, who share three beautiful children, were recently at the center of controversy after comments made during the rapper’s tour.

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At the prestigious fashion event, Rocky was captured by onlookers in what appeared to be a tense moment with Rihanna. The video showed the two lovebirds in the backseat of a sprinter van after the star-studded New York Event. 

The pair seemed to be engaged in a heated conversation and were seen sitting on opposite sides of the van, causing widespread speculation. 

“We were just talkin’,” Rocky clarified about the moment on “The Jason Lee Show.” “Even if we was arguing, it’s just like, why the f-ck are they so nosy?”

The Harlem rapper stated that he doesn’t recall what the conversation was about, and that it was probably about nothing. 

The singer added that they were exhausted from a long night out, and they were only human, especially with three children in the picture. 

This statement comes as a reassurance to many supporters online, as the video had caused social media users to question if the relationship was on the rocks. 

Despite being a fan favorite couple, this is not the first time viewers have questioned the sturdiness of their relationship.

The Blast reported that during the Arizona stop of Rocky’s “Don’t Be Dumb” Tour, he faced backlash following a comment he made onstage. 

While performing at Phoenix’s Mortgage Matchup Center, Rocky had said: “Thank God y’all didn’t know me when I was single because I would’ve fu-k-d the sh-t out of you if you was pretty.”

A fan had recorded the moment and shared it to X, where it instantly blew up, causing online viewers to describe it as disrespectful to the Fenty CEO. 

It is unclear if the “Work” singer was in the crowd that night, as she had made a habit of showing up to support him.

ASAP Rocky Joked That Rihanna Was Back In The Studio

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The “Dope” actor not only addressed rumors of relationship drama, but dished on his woman’s work.

Nearly a decade after the release of Rihanna’s last album, “ANTI,” Rocky has teased the possibility of a ninth studio album from the mother of three. 

During the interview with Lee, the “Purple Swag” artist was asked if he was the reason why Rihanna had not released music. He mentioned that she was in the studio “cooking,” also adding he would get in so much trouble for sharing that. 

According to The Blast, the news came with mixed reviews of excitement and skepticism as her fans noted Rihanna has been in the studio since after her last project, but they remain starving.

Others speculated that she was just far too busy to release an album, as she is juggling having three children and running her billion-dollar makeup line. 

ASAP Rocky Squashes Comparisons To Rihanna’s Success

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Also, during the discussion, the 37-year-old rapper pushed back on the narrative that he was a “kept man” because of his beau’s immense wealth. 

He shared that her success was not his demise, and that he was immensely proud of her, adding that although she was a billionaire, he was a multi-millionaire and they would always support each other through everything. 

“You know where I’m from. Like, nah, bro. I’m proud of that woman. She did that. That ain’t got nothing to do with me,” he proudly declared.

ASAP Rocky Shares The Moment He Knew Rihanna Was The One

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It comes as no surprise that despite what trolls might throw at the power duo, they continue to stand strong in their love. The fashion icon previously reflected on his relationship with Rihanna, revealing that he always believed they were meant to be together.

Looking back on their journey, he said they both knew from a young age that there was something special between them and simply reconnected when the timing was right.

According to The Blast, the rapper opened up about filming at the Mercer Hotel, describing it as a meaningful location in their love story.

He revealed that it was during the 2012 music video shoot for “Fashion Killa,” directed by Virgil Abloh, that the “Diamonds” singer first fell in love with him, noting that it was the same hotel room and even the same couch. 

Being petite comes with its challenges, and finding flattering clothes is up there on my list of short-person struggles. At 5’0″, I’ve worn my fair share of oversized items and outfits that never fall quite right. However, through trial and error, I’ve discovered one piece that always makes me look longer and leaner: a V-neck dress.

V-neck dresses are great for petites, since showing that extra skin up top visually creates a vertical line and gives your upper half faux height. Paired with waistlines that hit just under the bust, or adjustable belts that can be fastened how you’d like, it’s easy to fake model proportions.

Shop my favorite petite-friendly V-neck dresses, ahead, and look like you grew overnight!

13 Elongating V-Neck Dresses for Petites

1. My Favorite: A V-neck wrap dress is the ultimate double whammy. While the neckline is already elongating, the side-tie makes it easy to adjust the waistline, so your bottom half looks miles long.

2. Runner-up: This flirty, flutter-sleeved option pulls off the same trick as the above, but since it’s a mini dress, it shows more leg, another detail that makes you appear taller.

3. Easy Illusion: I love the bright sunny color of this eyelet design, but more than that, I’m a fan of the high waistline. The detail gives the illusion that your legs are double their length.

4. Office Essential: Although it’s technically a button-down, this polished, printed wrap dress can be styled as a V-neck by unbuttoning the top. Between the adjustable neckline and the adjustable waist, it’s practically custom!

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5. Expensive Look: This long silky dress reminds me of a Reformation design, but is a fraction of the price. Since there’s no waistline to break things up, you’ll appear tall at first glance.

6. Transitional Find: This printed dress is breezy enough for summer, but the long sleeves ensure it’s ready for fall. The smocked middle means it’s easy to adjust so it hits just right.

7. Wear-Anywhere: The versatility of this half-sleeve midi is unmatched. Whether you rock it for work or date night, it’ll flatter your petite frame, thanks to the high waist. Plus, it’s flowy enough to skim right over the tummy!

8. Lots of Spots: Stay on-trend with a polka-dotted wrap dress that checks every box. The side-tie design adds extra interest, and aside from faking height, the low-cut V-neck is subtly slimming.

9. Fancy Florals: I’ve been known to splurge on dresses for formal events, but with this luxe-looking maxi, there’s no need. Since it’s more of a column style, it creates a long, lean line. Paired with heels, you’ll look ready for the runway.

10. Line Up: The V-neckline and vertical stripes have the same effect, drawing the eye up and down so you look a tad taller.

11. Not-So-Basic: Although the design is somewhat simple, this floral V-neck dress is also a halter, so it plays with proportions while framing and elongating the upper body.

12. Everyday Option: Skip the boxy T-shirt dress — this babydoll alternative is just as easy, but visually makes you look longer.

13. Belted Beauty: Featuring a notched neck and a belt you can tie higher or lower, this chic, elongating midi dress is a smart choice. Plus, the artsy floral print gives it a fancy boutique vibe.

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If your mom, your aunt, and your college roommate’s group chat all texted you the same recommendation in July, it was almost certainly The Five-Star Weekend. Jennifer Garner’s Peacock series, about a grieving food influencer who invites one friend from each era of her life to Nantucket, has spent a month at the center of the summer’s female-driven watercooler, and now Peacock has the numbers to prove it. The streamer recently announced that the show has been renewed for a second season after becoming its most-watched scripted original ever: 861 million minutes viewed in its first week, 1.8 billion and counting overall.

What Is ‘The Five-Star Weekend’ About?

Hollis Shaw (Garner) is a food-brand empire in her own right, a Today show regular whose husband dies suddenly and whose grief is not exactly conducive to a livestreamed onion dip demo. Six months into widowhood and post-influencer meltdown, Hollis decides to invite four women from separate chapters of her life to Nantucket for a weekend that doubles as her midlife crisis intervention.

Regina Hall‘s Dru-Ann is a powerhouse sports agent arriving amid her own public cancellation who’s starting to wonder whether she has a life outside her clients. Chloë Sevigny‘s Tatum is the childhood best friend who never left the island and has a chip on both shoulders about it. Gemma Chan‘s Gigi is an airline pilot Hollis has never actually met, connected through her online food community, whose presence carries a mystery the show doles out in careful increments. D’Arcy Carden‘s Brooke is the mom friend disappearing inside her own marriage, and has emerged as the summer’s real word-of-mouth breakout. If you like an ensemble drama where every female character is actually given something to do, this one delivers.

What We Know About ‘The Five-Star Weekend’ Season 2

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Peacock’s scripted chief, Lisa Katz, credited the fan reception to The Five-Star Weekend as reason for its renewal, while creator and executive producer Bekah Brunstetter (This Is Us) celebrated the announcement by teasing that the character work isn’t done yet. As for Garner, who also executive produces, she addressed her four co-stars by name.

“Regina, Chloe, Gemma, D’Arcy and I have had the best time talking to people about The Five-Star Weekend,” Garner said. “We’re so happy you love it as much as we loved making it for you. If you’re curious about what’s going to happen next, imagine how we feel! We’re grateful to Elin [Hilderbrand], Bekah, our producers, directors and Peacock for hosting the ultimate girls’ weekend that will be season two.”

Peacock has not announced a premiere date or confirmed the returning cast, though it would be a nervy call to bring anyone back without Garner, Hall, Sevigny, and Carden intact, given that they are the entire engine. Brunstetter did tease a “next adventure,” so it’s safe to assume a change of venue rather than another weekend on the same Nantucket porch. That tracks, ultimately, because Hilderbrand has enough coastal real estate in her back catalog to support a whole new gathering, and the show has already deviated from the source material in enough places that Brunstetter could run on her own steam if she wanted to.

Peacock Finally Has a Scripted Summer Hit With ‘The Five-Star Weekend’

The appeal of The Five-Star Weekend isn’t too hard to figure out. Brunstetter came up on This Is Us and knows how to move between grief and pajama-party fun in the same scene. She built the show around five women who each get their own storyline, so viewers get invested in all of them rather than just Garner. Nantucket looks gorgeous. Judy Greer shows up mid-season as a poisonous frenemy who steals scenes. It’s a good show released during a good show drought, and it’s only benefited from positive word of mouth.

But Season 2 has a clear climb in front of it: keep the ensemble intact and give each of the five women somewhere new to go. Tatum’s cancer diagnosis alone hands Sevigny plenty of material to work with, while Hollis’ new romance with a familiar face from her past is very much a work in progress. Dru-Ann has a full career rebuild ahead of her after the PR crisis she survived in Season 1, and Brooke, whose marriage spent all eight episodes slowly coming apart, still has to fly home and figure out what she actually wants to do about it. Fans want more of the dinner-table conversations that made the first weekend feel like something they were invited to. Peacock has finally found success with the soapy summer hit it’s been chasing for years. Now, it needs to justify another trip.

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Former Bachelorette Hannah Brown is in no rush to expand her family with husband Adam Woolard.

“Since having the surgery [to correct my double uterus in April], I feel like the conversation is coming up more and more,” Brown, 31, exclusively told Us on Wednesday, August 5, while promoting her partnership with Nexplanon, stating that she’s not ready for the next step just yet. “We are living outside of our house right now because our house is getting renovated, and for me, personally, I don’t think of it being the best time.”

While Brown acknowledged that “whatever happens happens,” she is not actively focused on family planning at the moment.

“We are not planning for anything to happen during this season of being home base-less,” she said. “We’re not homeless. We have people who are supporting us, and [we are] staying at friends’ [houses] and Airbnb’s and all the things. I would love to be back in my home and have that, like, piece of knowing I can have my own little cocoon for whenever that happens.”

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With their renovation timeline at the forefront, the Bachelor Nation alum and Woolard, 35, have merely started having discussions about their future plans.

“It is something that we are like, ‘OK, when would this be good for us?’” she told Us. “That’s exciting, but nothing’s happening over here. One thing at a time.”

When the timing does align, Brown believes that she and Woolard will be ready to become parents.

“It’s just such an unknown of what it’s going to be like to be a mom, and I’m like, ‘Will I be a good mom?’ I don’t know,” she said on Wednesday. “There’s a lot of things that I’m aware of about myself that I will need to continue to grow in to really show up the way that I want to, which my friends are like that.”

Brown added, “I think what I really realize is that I’m never gonna be fully ready. That’s not the person I am. I am always scared … and I’ve done some crazy things in my life, but I’ve always done them scared. That’s gonna be the same thing when it comes to being a mom. I’m just gonna have to do it scared and figure it out on the way.”

The reality star-turned-romance novelist is already certain, however, that Woolard will be a great dad.

“My husband, I’m not worried about at all, like, he will be Mr. Mom. He’s so good with kids,” she gushed. “It’s so unreal … I really do feel like I picked a partner that I know will be an amazing dad. I feel really confident in the partnership that we have together.”

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Until then, Brown is focused on her thriving literary career and recently teamed up with Organon to write Lessons in Love and Ballroom to raise awareness about family planning options.

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“I was so excited to partner with Organon, who are the makers of Nexplanon, because as a writer in the romance genre, you don’t really see people in these characters talking about the important topic of birth control,” she told Us of her new short story. “Romance is all about these big life experiences and relationships and love and sex, and so it is important to normalize having these conversations in your relationships with your friends and with your healthcare providers.”

She further noted, “I think it’s really important for people to see, like, there are so many different options for women for what’s right when it comes to if and when they want to have children. And so, being able to write that into a story and show that it’s not weird, it’s a super normal thing to talk about … was a really fun experience because I know for me and my friends we talk about what stage of life we’re in, what we’re what we’re wanting out of life and what we’re not.”

Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper’s romantic relationship seems to have reached new heights. 

The supermodel and actor are reportedly looking ahead at their long-term future with complete clarity. However, while they remain deeply committed to each other, they might not have the marriage fans are eager to see. 

The couple, who have been romantically linked since 2023, and their children have now reportedly developed a close relationship with each other, which recently sparked marriage chatter.

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Recent public outings sparked rumors that Hadid and Cooper had secretly tied the knot. However, sources close to the pair clarify that they are not walking down the aisle any time soon. 

The duo was seen wearing matching gold bands during a stroll in Paris, but an insider revealed that the jewelry pieces are actually promise rings, not traditional bands. “They’ve had the ring for a few months now,” the source revealed, according to U.S. Weekly.

The source explained that while neither star is interested in walking down the aisle, both remain completely devoted to one another and share a lasting bond.

“Neither of them wants to get married or have a traditional wedding, but they are very serious and committed to one another,” they noted. 

The informant also revealed that “their lives are fully integrated at this point,” noting that everything is “going really well” and their children get along with each other. From all indications, the couple’s three-year relationship continues to thrive as they balance their high-profile careers with their roles as parents. 

Gigi Hadid & Bradley Cooper Wore Matching Rings That Sparked Marriage Rumors

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This insider information comes on the heels of widespread rumors that Hadid and Cooper said their “I Dos.”

According to The Blast, photographers spotted Hadid and Cooper walking hand-in-hand through the streets of Paris just a few days ago. 

Dressed casually, both stars were seen wearing identical gold bands on their left ring fingers, triggering immediate online rumors of a secret wedding. The pair was captured later that day again in fresh outfits, with the matching rings still on full display.

While many fans celebrated the idea of a surprise marriage, others pointed out that wearing matching bands does not automatically mean they had a wedding.

Insiders Previously Claimed Bradley Cooper & Gigi Hadid Were Preparing For Marriage

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Notably, the marriage rumors between Cooper and Hadid began long before they were spotted with matching rings. In late 2025, reports indicated that they were quietly getting ready to tie the knot, per The Blast.

Sources revealed that Cooper had taken traditional steps by approaching Hadid’s mother, Yolanda, to ask for her blessing. Cooper reportedly wanted Yolanda to know how serious he was about building a family. 

“Bradley asked Yolanda for Gigi’s hand in marriage,” the insider revealed. 

The insider also shared that Cooper reportedly spoke to his mother about the prospect of marrying Hadid, looping her in on the development.

Bradley Cooper & Gigi Hadid’s Daughters Have Bonded Smoothly

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While the marriage speculation continues to fly, Cooper and Hadid seem to be focusing on fully integrating their daughters into each other’s lives. 

The Blast previously reported that they reached another milestone in their relationship by successfully bringing their children together. 

A source revealed that Cooper’s daughter, Lea, and Hadid’s daughter, Khai, clicked remarkably well, spending frequent time together and building a natural, sweet friendship.

The source also shared that seeing Khai and Lea get along so effortlessly made combining the couple’s personal lives smoother and brought them even closer together.

Bradley Cooper Shuts Down Cosmetic Surgery Rumors

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In addition to the heavy interest in his romantic life, Cooper recently found himself addressing persistent online speculation regarding his physical appearance.

Rumors about the actor potentially undergoing cosmetic work heightened following viral clips from press appearances for his film “Is This Thing On?”

The topic also arose when Will Arnett, a longtime friend and co-star, recalled being asked to share a little-known fact about the actor. Arnett brought up the constant cosmetic surgery speculation, emphasizing, “Everybody thinks that Bradley’s had plastic surgery. Everybody keeps saying that. I’m like, ‘What people don’t know is that he hasn’t!’ Right?” 

Jason Bateman reinforced the point, confirming that Cooper has not had any work done, as reported by The Blast.

For nearly two decades, the words Dragon Ball and “live action” have carried a bit of baggage. Ever since Dragonball Evolution hit theaters in 2009, fans have largely pretended it never happened, and honestly, who could blame them? The film was panned by critics, rejected by longtime fans, and even Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama later expressed disappointment with the adaptation. Years later, screenwriter Ben Ramsey publicly apologized, admitting he wasn’t approaching the project as a fan but simply as another writing assignment.

The good news? Hollywood looks a lot different than it did in 2009.

When Disney completed its acquisition of 21st Century Fox in 2019, it also inherited Fox’s live action Dragon Ball film rights. While Shueisha, Toei Animation, and Bird Studio continue to oversee the franchise itself, Disney controls the live action movie rights that Fox originally secured more than two decades ago. As of today, no new live action Dragon Ballfilm has been officially announced, but the possibility is always there.

If Disney ever decides to revisit the franchise, it would be walking into a completely different landscape. Anime adaptations have come a long way over the past several years. Projects like One Piece have shown that audiences will embrace live action anime when the people behind it genuinely respect the source material. Studios have also become much more willing to work alongside original creators instead of trying to reinvent beloved franchises for mainstream audiences.

Technology has also caught up. In 2009, convincing audiences that people could fly through the sky while launching planet-shattering energy blasts was a much taller task. Today, visual effects have reached the point where a live action Kamehameha or Super Saiyan transformation could look spectacular in the hands of the right filmmakers. Disney certainly has access to the talent and resources needed to make that happen.

It may also already have the right director within its own family of studios. Destin Daniel Cretton, who is currently directing Spider-Man: Brand New Day for Marvel Studios, has been open about his love for Dragon Ball Z. During the development of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Cretton cited the anime as one of his inspirations for the film’s martial arts action, and fans even spotted a playful Kamehameha homage in the movie. More importantly, Cretton has shown that he can balance heartfelt character moments with fast-paced, visually stunning action. If Disney ever moves forward with another live action Dragon Ball, he’d certainly deserve to be part of the conversation.

Of course, none of that matters if the story misses the heart of what made Dragon Ball special in the first place. Fans aren’t asking for a grounded reboot or a complete reimagining of Goku’s journey. They want colorful characters, incredible martial arts, outrageous power levels, and the sense of adventure that has made the franchise one of the biggest in the world for more than 40 years. 

Perhaps the biggest obstacle isn’t visual effects or casting. It’s trust. Dragonball Evolution burned so much goodwill that many fans would immediately be skeptical of another live action attempt. Disney would have one chance to prove that the franchise deserves another shot, and it would need to earn that trust from day one by staying true to the spirit of Akira Toriyama’s legendary series.

Then again, maybe that’s exactly why now is the right time.

Dragonball Evolution proved that simply owning the rights isn’t enough. But with today’s filmmaking technology, a greater appreciation for anime, and directors like Destin Daniel Cretton who genuinely understand the material, Disney has a real opportunity to do something fans never thought possible: make a live action Dragon Ball movie people actually want to watch.

Kendra Wilkinson is kickstarting a brand-new fitness routine.

Wilkinson, 41, revealed via her Instagram Stories on Wednesday, August 5, that she “hasn’t worked out in probably two years” before heading to her local gym.

“I don’t know where to start,” the former Playboy model said. “Do I start with cardio? What do I do?”

Wilkinson noted that she got a “slow start” on a StairMaster before trying out different weight machines.

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“Ended with cardio too. Whatever lol,” she captioned another gym selfie, before sharing that she brought son Hank, 16, and daughter Alijah, 12, with her. (Wilkinson shares her two children with ex-husband Hank Baskett.)

“Family gym time,” she gushed in her caption. “Makes me so happy!!

While Alijah joined her mom in the weight room, Wilkinson’s son played on a basketball court.

“I share my journey with those who see the positive and are more on the supportive and understanding side,” she later wrote via her Stories, addressing the reaction to her gym visit. “Maybe I just make my page only homes [I sell as a realtor] to literally stop all the hate. Create just a boring page???”

Wilkinson has recently been on a weight loss journey, dropping four dress sizes with the help of GLP-1s.

“There’s nothing worse than being in a gym every single day, working out and not seeing any progress,” the model exclusively told Us in March. “I hit 40. I’m happy. I’m at peace, but I noticed that my jeans are a little tighter lately, so I don’t want to go out and shop anymore. Mama is on a budget, so I have to fit back in my jeans.”

At the time, Wilkinson revealed that she had “signed up for a shot company” and was due to begin injections the following week.

“I just want to slightly, like, ease my way into it,” she explained to Us. “I just want to be balanced out. I don’t really want to be skinny, but I just want to be balanced and fit in my jeans again.”

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Weeks later, Wilkinson stated via Instagram that she wanted to be “intentional” about her wellness journey.

“It wasn’t just about weight … it was about feeling better, having more energy, and actually trusting the process instead of rushing it,” she captioned an April upload. “Unlike most people I’m being honest. I wanted something that felt transparent, supportive, and realistic for my lifestyle.”

Wilkinson revealed in another update last month that she feels “so good in [her] body right now.”

Chris Hemsworth‘s wife, Elsa Pataky, is reportedly looking to take her Hollywood career to the next level after putting it on the back burner to support her husband and their family.

According to a report, the talented actress is done being just “Mrs. Hemsworth” to fans and some of her Hollywood colleagues, and is now trying to get on major film projects and score leading roles.

This comes after Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky got candid about their relationship dynamic, stating that the key to their strong marriage is unfiltered “honesty.”

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Although the couple’s bond is reportedly stronger than ever, insiders suggest that Elsa Pataky struggles with public perception.

Sources shared with Star Magazine that she is frustrated by the narrative that casts her as merely existing in the shadow of her famous husband, Chris Hemsworth, despite her own established career.

A source noted that she is “more known as a super beautiful super mom these days than an actress,” adding that “now that her kids are becoming teens, she’s ready to get back in the game and she does have the wind at her back.”

“People want to see her do Nicole Kidman-style projects, juicy streaming dramas where she can lean into her natural, age-defying sex appeal,” the insider continued. “This has always been the long-term goal, even after she settled down with Chris and had a family.”

Elsa Pataky Wants To Be Known As More Than Just ‘Mrs. Hemsworth’

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Pataky already seems to be making major career moves, as Deadline recently announced that she has been cast alongside Jessica Alba in the upcoming spy thriller, “The Mark.”

Fortunately for the “Fast & Furious” actress, she has the full backing of Hemsworth, who is reportedly leveraging his industry influence to help her secure more prominent roles in major projects.

“She and Chris are scouting out projects for her and working the phones,” the source told Star, noting that the pair have “very famous friends who are fans and dying to work with Elsa.”

“Elsa finally realizes what she has and how to use it, and she knows loads of people who are ready to help her,” the insider stated about the actress.

They concluded, “She’s chomping at the bit to show how worthy she is and not just Mrs. Hemsworth in the eyes of some fans and certain Hollywood types who undoubtedly see her in that bracket.”

Chris Hemsworth And Elsa Pataky Were Reportedly Struggling To ‘Stay Connected’ Due To Their Busy Schedules

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With Pataky’s reported interest in focusing more on her career, it’s unclear how that would affect home life for her and Hemsworth.

Behind the scenes, the duo is said to be finding it tough to “stay connected.” A previous report indicated that their conflicting itineraries are directly eating into their personal time.

Hemsworth is heavily booked with projects like “Subversion” and “Extraction 3,” while Pataky is looking to get bigger movie roles.

This overwhelming load means rare quality time for the married couple, leading insiders to question why the actor is taking on so much extra work.

An insider noted, “In a lot of ways, they really are the couple that has it all, but it does not come easy, and the more time they spend apart for work, the tougher it gets.”

“It’s a bit of a shock to see Chris ramping up his work schedule like this because the last few years he’s been saying his plan was to slow things down so he could have more time for his wife and kids,” the source added.

The Marvel Star Shared How His Wife ‘Put Aside Her Own Dreams’ To Support Their Family

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The reality of Pataky’s professional sacrifice was laid bare during Hemsworth’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in May 2024.

Standing at the podium, the Marvel star delivered a deeply emotional tribute acknowledging that his stardom was built on his wife’s selflessness.

Expressing his gratitude, Hemsworth admitted to the crowd that Pataky had shelved her own Hollywood ambitions to anchor their family and fuel his career.

“I want to say thank you to my beautiful wife, who has been here for my entire career basically by my side, endlessly encouraging and supportive,” the actor said, per People Magazine. “And it doesn’t get lost on me that she put aside her own dreams in order to support mine and, again, [I am] forever in your debt.”

He then emphasized that his professional milestones lacked true meaning without her partnership, closing with a heartfelt declaration of love.

“The fact [is] that nothing that I do, any of these moments, these special occasions and events, none of it is special without you by my side. I love you,” Hemsworth stated.

Chris Hemsworth Reveals The Key To His Long-Lasting Marriage To Elsa Pataky

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Despite the alleged career demands stretching their time apart, the foundational pillar of their relationship remains rooted in transparency.

Since their initial meeting in 2010 and their subsequent marriage in Australia that same year, the couple has relied on being open and honest with each other to maintain a strong bond.

This shared commitment to brutal honesty has only deepened as they raise their three children: daughter India Rose and twin sons Sasha and Tristan.

“There’s an honesty, the north star of truth, that you’re going to get with Elsa,” Hemsworth explained during a chat with People. “I can show something to a bunch of other people, and they might be like, ‘Oh, great work,’ but Elsa will tell me if it sucks.”

Pataky openly embraces this candid role, admitting, “I’ll tell him, ‘That’s actually not funny. It doesn’t work.’”

Ultimately, the “Avengers” star believes this objective “critical sort of assessment” works for him perfectly because Pataky understands his true character and capabilities better than anyone else.

General Hospital fans may recall we leaked this a while back and now other sources are cropping up to confirm what we already revealed here that Chris McKenna is leaving General Hospital and his character Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna) will be killed off to facilitate the actor’s exit. We’re going to talk about how the WSB station chief’s death might go down.

General Hospital Replaces Charles Mesure with Chris McKenna

I really liked the character of Jack Brennan from the start when Charles Mesure was in the role. I thought he was so fantastic. And as a result, I was kind of hesitant when he left and they recast Jack in February of 2025 with Chris McKenna playing the part. But he grew on me and I like his dynamic as Jack, so I’m sorry to see him go.

Soap Opera Network said their sources confirmed what we leaked months back, although there is no official air date yet for Chris McKenna. But word is Jack’s death comes this Fall. That aligns with what I’ve heard. ABC and General Hospital itself and the actor have not confirmed it. But that’s also pretty standard.

We leaked here from the same source that Sam McCall (Kelly Monaco) was going to die before she did, and we leaked that Cyrus Renault (Jeff Kober) was the killer well before it came out. So, if you watch here regularly, you might recall we first leaked Jack’s death seven months ago. Because that’s when it was supposedly first written.

GH Pivots Due to Actor Breaks

We reported it and then when our leaker updated us, we updated you guys that what happened was Steve Burton and Finola Hughes very long breaks messed with everything. So, General Hospital writers were scrambling and they were shifting things and stretching things out.

So, that’s why General Hospital expanded the Sidwell stuff. They introduced more little filler side plots. They basically drag stuff out like Drew’s storyline which went on for a ridiculously long time. That is also why Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) was eleven months pregnant before she gave birth.

Everything got pushed back to keep Anna and Jason Morgan off the screen and write extra stuff around their exits to justify it. But you heard it here first quite a while back and now there’s another source confirming that Jack Brennan will indeed be killed off. So, our leakers got a great track record.

These new sources also seem solid. So, I am confident that Chris McKenna is out this fall unless General Hospital comes out and officially denies it. With that in mind, let’s talk about how they’re going to write Jack’s death and what circumstances set up his death and who actually takes his life as Chris McKenna exits.

General Hospital: Jack’s Potential Death Scenarios

So, first of all, Jack’s death may be fallout over what’s hidden in his black box. For one thing, he’s got the evidence against Drew Cain Quartermaine (Cameron Mathison) in there. And Jack holding that leverage is preventing Drew from getting the revenge that he desperately wants on his about to be ex-wife Willow Tait (Katelyn MacMullen) and mother-in-law Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros).

And of course, we know Drew’s killed people before, plenty of them, in the line of duty as a Navy Seal, also as a brainwashed assassin, taking out targets for Peter August (Wes Ramsey) and Victor Cassadine (Charles Shaugnessy). So, I could see Drew deciding he has got to get that information so he can’t be blackmailed. Then Brennan might walk in on Drew trying to destroy the black box and the files it contains.

And Brennan and Drew might get into a physical fight. And while he may not have gone there intending to kill Jack, maybe things get out of hand and Drew accidentally kills Jack. Drew is certainly capable of killing. And from there, I’m sure he tried to cover his tracks so he’s not caught for killing Jack, even if it was an accident. But I’m sure Drew would take the black box with him when he runs and that could leave a trail right to his door. And that could be a fun way to go.

GH Twist – Carly Kills Jack?

Another person to consider as Jack’s killer is Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright). We all know she still hates him and she wants revenge on Jack. She’s still mad that he recruited Josslyn Jacks (Eden McCoy) into the WSB. And it bothers Carly that Joss doesn’t want to step away from it. She likes working for the WSB.

So, Carly’s also upset that Joss has taken multiple lives. Because of Jack. He goaded her into killing Cyrus, then recruited her. Most recently, she killed Ross Cullum (Andrew Hawkes) and some other henchmen on Spoon Island. And of course, Joss shot and killed other bad guys in Croatia in the line of duty.

So, I could see Carly setting up some kind of revenge plot, maybe with Valentin Cassadine‘s (James Patrick Stuart) help. And Jack is killed accidentally when Carly was only looking for revenge, not death. So maybe Jack goes off the parapet at Wyndemere when Carly lures him there to mess with him and then Joss might have to cover up what Carly did. And I think that would be a really soapy way to go.

General Hospital: Jack Saves Britt from Anna

Another way for Jack Brennan to be killed off could tie into some WSB awfulness. He was pressuring Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) for answers about Cullum and Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and the secret project.

And of course Cullum tormented Britt and also Anna who now has pathetic Peter living rent-free in her head.  And he keeps telling Anna she won’t be safe until all of Cesar Faison’s (Anders Hove) kids are dead and Britt’s the last one left. So, I feel like Peter keeps saying it until Anna cracks and goes after Britt.

General Hospital spoilers say Anna returned with deadly intentions and we know they’re aimed at Peter’s sister Britt. So, Jack may get between Anna and Britt with Jack trying to save Britt’s life and of course also trying to save Anna from herself and that could cost Jack his life.

GH Shock: Sidwell Connection and Willow’s Plot

Another way that he might die is because of Sidwell. Our leaker told us that Brennan may break Sidwell out of prison to keep him from implicating Willow and destroying her life. Jack would definitely do that for Nina. And our leaker said that Sidwell may be why Jack dies.

So, if Sidwell doesn’t trust that Jack will let him get away, for instance, if Sidwell thinks Jack will just pluck him out of jail and kill him, then Sidwell might take Nina hostage to ensure that Jack keeps his promise. So he may die protecting Nina from horrible Sidwell.

And last but not least, Jack might die because he gets too involved in Willow’s plot to target Michael Corinthos (Rory Gibson) for Drew’s shooting. And again, Jack does all this for Nina. But she knows, she knows, Jack knows that Willow’s being foolish.

So, Jack may try to get Willow to find another way to get what she wants. He already told her reopening the shooting case is a bad idea. Jack said, “We both know why.” And that’s because, of course, Willow did it.

But she knows she can’t be charged again, and she thinks the evidence all points to Michael. But Drew might intervene, even if that’s a risk to his freedom. Because he would like to see her destroyed. That may be enough to go for mutually assured destruction.

Bottom line is Jack is getting in deeper trying to help Willow and that’s a bad idea, maybe a dangerous idea. She is like quicksand for anybody who gets too close. They get sucked into her awfulness and her drama and it could literally be the death of Jack.

Jack Dies Because of Willow on General Hospital?

So, Willow’s determined. Jack is against it. Because Anna might actually dig up the missing footage. And Jack told Willow that will be bad for them both since she did the crime and he stole the evidence. But Willow won’t be deterred and Jack may keep trying to talk her out of it for Nina’s sake.

And of course, Trina Robinson (Tabyana Ali) or Kai Taylor (Jens Austin Astrup) might actually spill the beans to save Michael from being arrested. But in the end, if Willow doesn’t get what she wants, she might actually turn on Jack and attack him.

After all, Willow shot her husband in the back twice and then she kept Drew paralyzed and was basically tormenting him for what, like six or seven months. So, who’s to say what Willow is capable of?

We’ve also heard that actress Katelyn MacMullen wants a lengthy break herself after all this front burner stuff and that Willow might wind up in Ferncliff, the Criminal Psychiatric Hospital to facilitate her short-term exit.

So, if she kills Jack, that would be a perfect way to exit them both. Chris McKenna permanently with Jack dead and Katelyn MacMullen in the short run as Willow being sent off for killing Jack, even if it’s accidentally.