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Brooks Nader Rushed To Paramedics After Mid-Flight Health Scare
Brooks Nader’s birthday getaway took a scary turn before the celebrations even began. The “Love Thy Nader” star revealed she suffered a medical emergency mid-flight on a private jet after being struck with severe food poisoning, prompting paramedics to meet her on the tarmac when the plane landed. Concerning photos shared by Brooks Nader and her sister, Sarah Jane Nader, showed the model wrapped in a blanket on the aircraft floor while loved ones rushed to help.
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Brooks Nader Struck By Severe Food Poisoning In The Air

According to photos shared on social media, Nader’s illness appeared to strike while she was still in the air during her birthday trip.
Wrapped in a blanket, the model was seen lying on the floor of the private jet as worried friends and family surrounded her, trying to help, with one person offering her small sips from a drink. Her sister Sarah Jane Nader described the situation as “Very touch and go,” writing alongside the image, “Food poisoning: 1. Brooksie: 0.”
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Once the plane landed, paramedics were already waiting to treat the reality star, highlighting the seriousness of the situation. Despite the frightening ordeal, Nader later managed to keep her sense of humor about the experience, joking to her followers, “If you don’t get picked up in an ambulance when u land, are u even having fun???”
She eventually reassured fans that she had recovered, saying she “made it out alive” after receiving medical attention.
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Nader Recovers Just In Time For 29th Birthday Bash

Fortunately, the frightening moment didn’t completely derail the trip. After receiving treatment, Nader recovered in time to ring in her 29th birthday with lavish celebrations, including yacht parties and an over-the-top restaurant entrance.
One friend summed up the moment on Instagram, calling it “the most insane bottle entry I’ve ever seen.”
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Brooks Nader Gets Candid About Facial Fillers And Beauty Pressure

The health scare comes amid renewed attention on the reality star following her candid comments about facial fillers, beauty standards, and embracing her natural look.
In a recent interview with Us Weekly, she explained why she initially chose to get facial fillers and what changed after dissolving them. “I honestly felt really good about it because I feel like I get a lot of the comments that are like, ‘You look 40, you look 40, you look 40,’” Nader explained. “I’m like, ‘What? I don’t want to be 40.’”
She added that since removing them, “Everyone’s like, ‘Finally, you actually look like 28,’” and even her parents noticed that her face didn’t look “blown up” anymore.
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Nader revealed she first got fillers at just 18 after moving to New York, saying, “I felt like it was what everyone was doing. I was thrown into this world of Hollywood and chasing perfection. And I thought that getting filler was the answer.”
Now, she says she is “loving my smile and how I’m looking,” though she hasn’t ruled out trying them again in the future.
Nader Reflects On Confidence And Self-Expression

The model has also been open about her evolving relationship with confidence and self-expression. Nader recently shared a series of vacation photos from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, captioned, “Old lips, new clothes, same me.”
In a September 2025 interview with Maxim, she reflected on growing up in a conservative environment in Baton Rouge and dreaming of a more glamorous life. “I always wanted to express myself, and I wanted to look sexy,” she said. “I fantasized about living in LA or New York, but it seemed worlds away. I also had to toe the line because of where I’m from.”
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Brooks Nader Shares Her ‘Golden Rule’ For Galentine’s Day Drama

Ahead of Valentine’s Day, Brooks Nader leaned into friendship over romance, celebrating Galentine’s Day while sharing one relationship rule she swears by. The model revealed that she has a very specific philosophy about conflict between women, especially when a man is involved.
Nader jumped into a more specific rule she likes to live by. “Always pick up the phone and call the girl directly if there’s some beef happening,” she insisted. “Especially if a guy’s behind it, because they’re probably lying.”
At this time, Brooks Nader is currently single, following her divorce from Billy Haire and a breakup with “Dancing with the Stars” partner Gleb Savchenko.
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Sam Jackson’s R-Rated Reboot Of The Sexiest ‘70s Series Is Now Free To Stream
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Samuel L. Jackson was already a Hollywood legend when he was cast in the MCU, and his screen time as Nick Fury helped him gain even more fans around the world. Those movies also cemented Jackson as an actor most likely to appear in major blockbusters. Because of this, it’s easy for fans to overlook the smaller roles he had over the years, especially the ones that he played before he donned the iconic leather jacket and eyepatch.
However, long before he rocked that eyepatch, Samuel L. Jackson wore an Armani suit and revived a franchise that was almost too sexy for the ‘70s. In 2000, he starred in Shaft, a movie adaptation of the iconic blaxploitation series starring legendary performer Richard Roundtree. If you’re ready to see Jackson play a private dick who’s a sex machine with all the chicks, you’re in luck: Shaft is streaming for free on Tubi, and this grounded action thriller is perfect for those looking for an alternative to modern superhero slop.
The Ultimate Private Eye

The premise of Shaft is that the titular character is a police officer struggling to bring to justice a criminal who managed to escape years ago. When it looks like the justice system will fail to convict this man, Shaft resigns, becoming a detective who no longer has to play by the rules. That gives him the freedom to hunt the criminal by any means necessary, but thanks to the other man’s wealth and influence, he may very well put Shaft in the ground long before this disgruntled directive can put his target behind bars.
For a movie that most modern movie lovers have never even heard of, Shaft is stacked with big names, including Vanessa Williams (best known for Ugly Betty) as a detective eager to help Shaft out with his decidedly off-the-books investigation. The sneering villain of the film is played by Christian Bale (best known for The Dark Knight), who does a pitch-perfect job as the guy you love to hate. Other supporting characters in the film are played by Toni Collette, Jeffrey Wright, and Busta Rhymes, with original Shaft actor Richard Roundtree making a truly crowd-pleasing cameo.

The biggest star of Shaft, though, is Samuel L. Jackson, whose swagger and style help him portray one of the sexiest characters to ever grace the small screen. The original Shaft TV show was pure ‘70s bliss, and its titular character soon became famous as the ultimate embodiment of masculinity. It seemed impossible at the time that anybody could successfully fill the shoes of Richard Roundtree, and the fact that Jackson does so with such confidence and panache is a testament to his capabilities as the most intense leading man in Hollywood.
An Early Aughts Hit At The Box Office

Shaft proved to be a reliable hit once it landed in theaters, earning $107.2 million against a budget of only $46 million. While the film is hardly the biggest blockbuster Samuel L. Jackson ever headlined, its success helped establish his reputation as one of the most bankable stars in all of Hollywood. It took nearly two decades, but in 2019, this first film got a sequel featuring Jessie T. Usher as the son of Jackson’s Shaft; unfortunately, this movie proved to be a critical and commercial bomb.
When Shaft came out at the turn of the century, it impressed reviewers wanting a throwback to the meat-and-potatoes storytelling of the ‘70s. On Rotten Tomatoes, the movie has a rating of 67 percent, with critics praising the film for its clever and consistently entertaining update of the ultimate blaxploitation TV show ever made. They particularly commended Samuel L. Jackson for his cool and charismatic performance in his most stylish movie since Pulp Fiction.
Growing up, I was a bit too young to be a fan of the Shaft TV show, and I knew the character only by his outsized reputation. Initially, I worried that this might hurt my ability to enjoy Shaft as a movie because the character had attained a kind of mythic reputation in my head. How, I wondered, could any modern performance live up to the legendary detective I had built up in my mind?
The Coolest Cat In Hollywood

Fortunately, my worries proved needless: not only did Samuel L. Jackson bring this character to perfect life, but the film as a whole was remarkably accessible to newcomers thanks to its straightforward plot and amazing performances. You don’t exactly have to be steeped in Shaft lore to understand that Christian Bale’s character is a scuzzball and Jackson’s titular detective is here to put the other man in his place. Other than that, all you have to do is sit back and soak in the rich world created by director John Singleton, the same man who helmed both Boyz n the Hood and 2 Fast 2 Furious.
When you’re ready for a spicy slice of nostalgia, you can stream Shaft for free on Tubi. Outside of Pulp Fiction, this is arguably the best showcase of Samuel L. Jackson’s talents before he decided to assemble the Avengers in the most successful cinematic universe ever created. If nothing else, Shaft is a fascinating reminder to movie lovers that long before Jackson fought Loki onscreen, he tangled with the scariest cinematic foe of them all: Batman!

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I Have a Short Torso — These 17 Amazon Tops Truly Elongate
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Having a short torso means I have zero margin for error when it comes to my shirts and blouses. If a hem hits too low or fabric bunches at my waist, my proportions instantly look off and my legs somehow shrink in the process. Over time, I’ve learned which stylish tops flatter my body to create a longer, more balanced shape.
I stick to these 17 torso-lengthening styles that actually work with my proportions, instead of against them. From comfy V-neck ribbed knits to pleated chiffon blouses, each pick visually lifts the waist and creates a longer line. My favorites are proof that elongating tops don’t have to cost more — these styles start at just $8 on Amazon.
17 Amazon Tops That Truly Elongate My Short Torso
Easy, Everyday Finds
1. Our Favorite: This V-neck ribbed top instantly creates a longer silhouette, so it’s basically a torso cheat code. Bonus: The soft, stretchy knit feels like loungewear but looks totally polished.
2. Everyday Essential: Nothing balances proportions quite like a deep V-neck top that draws the eye downward. Add in the soft, relaxed fit and you’ve got an easy staple to wear on repeat.
3. Polished Pleats: A pleated-front top, like this top-rated pick, instantly looks more elevated than a basic tee. The smocked cuffs and lightweight fabric make it easy and wearable, too.
4. Vertical Detail: This ribbed-knit top subtly draws the eye up and down due to the visual lines throughout. Tuck this shirt into high-rise jeans for a more balanced look.
5. Frame Flatterer: Dressy V-neck tops subtly elongate your frame with a clean, open neckline. The lightweight material here falls beautifully without clinging.
Brunch-Wear Beauties
6. Our Favorite: Nothing balances proportions better than a flirty wrap top with a defined waist. Style it with straight-leg jeans and a sleek clutch for a chic brunch moment.
7. Dreamy Print: Open a few buttons on this floral button-up shirt to create length starting at the neckline. Crafted from 100% cotton, this top feels light and easy all day.
8. Weekend Bloom: The slight V-shape at the neckline gives this floral chiffon top a subtle elongating moment. Plus, the flowy fabric makes it perfect for warm-weather plans.
9. Color Crush: Make a statement with this vibrant floral blouse that’ll give you a longer and leaner appearance. Add in the flowy fabric, and watch it bring movement without adding bulk.
Office-Ready Picks
10. Our Favorite: Delicate front pleats add structure and visually streamline the silhouette of this dressy chiffon blouse. Breezy bell sleeves also keep it soft and romantic.
11. Polished Pink: This pink V-neck top brings personality to workwear while also lengthening proportions up top. We also like the lightweight fabric that layers beautifully under blazers.
12. Pleat Power: Front pleats on this long-sleeve blouse draw the eye downward for a slimming effect. The relaxed drape makes it comfortable enough for all-day wear.
13. Clever Contrasting: The bold vertical trim on this contrast-style blouse provides an instantly elongated look. Plus, the smooth, lightweight fabric also keeps the silhouette sleek and refined.
14. Made to Fit: This waist-defining top has a drawstring waist that lets you control how much definition you want. Cinch it slightly for subtle structure or tighter for a sharper silhouette.
Date Night Winners
15. Our Favorite: Slightly undone at the collar, this silky-like blouse adds vertical length up top. The glossy finish also brings a quiet sophistication.
16. Sheer Perfection: A sheer long-sleeve blouse with a defined vertical front keeps proportions looking long and lean. And the chevron-detail sleeves give it date night energy.
17. Wild Card: The V-cut on this leopard-print top subtly elongates your body. For an easy dinner look, style it with black trousers and strappy heels.
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Gabrielle Union Praises Angel Reese For Her Impact On Sports
Angel Reese continues to make waves off the court, and some of Hollywood’s biggest stars are starting to pay attention. In a new interview, Gabrielle Union, star of the 2000s film “Bring It On” and wife of NBA champion Dwyane Wade, had only positive things to say about the LSU alum.
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Gabrielle Union And Angel Reese Are Working Together In This New Movie
Union recently opened up about Reese while promoting her most recent film, “GOAT,” in which the WNBA star plays a minor role. Considering the film, executive-produced by Stephen Curry, is about basketball, it only made sense for the iconic actress to talk about Reese’s role in the shifting climate of women’s sports.
For those unfamiliar, Wade is a minority investor and part-owner of the WNBA team, the Chicago Sky. Consequently, Union and Wade spend a portion of their summers courtside at Wintrust Arena to cheer Reese and the rest of her teammates on.
Even though the Chicago Sky’s most recent season was a struggle, ending with a 10-34 record, but fans still flocked to the arena for a chance to see Reese in person.
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Union Talks About Angel Reese’s Impact On Women’s Sports

“Going to Chicago Sky games, everyone is like ‘Angel Reese, Angel Reese’ and then after the game, you know she stays for a very long time and the line of kids waiting to see her who are just like overwhelmed at the sight of her, it’s boys and girls,” Union said in a clip shared online.
“There are boys that are holding her shoe. Like, I got the Angel Reese shoe. I want you to sign this jersey, and they are looking at her in awe,” she added.
Reese rolled out her first signature shoe with Reebok in the summer of 2025, officially naming them the “AR1s.” In a statement sent to The Blast, Reese said about her design: “… it’s my style, my story, and my stamp on the game.”
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Angel Reese Is Working With These Basketball Greats In A New Film
In addition to Union, Reese is teaming up with Golden State Warriors champion Curry and 4x WNBA MVP A’Ja Wilson in the sports animated feature film “GOAT.”
According to a previous report from The Blast, the film follows a small goat with big dreams who gets the chance of a lifetime to join a professional “roarball” team.
Reese plays the role of Propp, a polar bear roarball athlete, while Wilson plays the role of Kouyate, a savage American alligator.
“GOAT” marks Reese’s second feature film credit, following her spot in the Netflix movie “House of Dynamite.”
During an episode of her podcast, Reese told rapper Common that she wanted to begin taking acting more seriously.
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“I want to get an acting coach,” Reese said. “I was talking to Common — he’s overseas right now shooting season 2 of ‘Silo’ — and he was telling me, ‘You got to hire an acting coach.’”
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How Reese Has Made A Name For Herself Off Court

Movie roles aren’t the only thing Reese has added to her resume recently.
In October 2025, the Chicago Sky standout made her modeling debut on the runway, becoming the first professional athlete to walk in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.
“I literally could not stop smiling!” Reese sabout the gig. “‘s such a surreal and full-circle moment — just last year I was in the audience manifesting being on that runway, completely inspired and in awe of all the powerful women walking down the runway, and now I get to return as an Angel. This will be an unforgettable night that I’ll forever be grateful for.”
Reese Made A Whopping $9.4 Million In 2025

Reese’s long list of partnerships and side projects clearly keeps the superstar athlete busy and highly profitable.
Another report from The Blast states that Reese secured the ultimate bag in 2025, earning $9.4 million and becoming the highest-paid Black woman in professional basketball.
Of that total, only $0.4 million came from her WNBA salary, backing up a previous statement that quickly blew up online.
“The WNBA don’t pay my bills at all. I don’t even think it pays one of my bills,” she said in 2024.
“That check that I do get [from the WNBA] is a bonus,” she added. “Being able to play for what, four to five months, and get $75,000 on top of the other endorsements that I’m doing, I think it’s a plus for me.”
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Sheriff Says All Family Members Cleared of Suspicion in Nancy Guthrie Case
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Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has just confirmed all of Nancy Guthrie‘s family have been cleared as possible suspects in her disappearance.
Nanos released a statement Monday, saying, “To be clear … the Guthrie family — to include all sibling and spouses — has been cleared as possible suspects in this case. The family has been nothing but cooperative and gracious and are victims in this case.”
He continued … “To suggest otherwise is not only wrong, it is cruel. The Guthrie family are victims plain and simple.”
This development comes as investigators are analyzing DNA from a glove found near Nancy’s home. The glove appears to match those worn by the alleged assailant shown on surveillance video from the day of Nancy’s abduction.
As we reported … today we received a 4th email from the man claiming to know who kidnapped Nancy. He once again demanded $50,000 in bitcoin up front in return for the information.
As you know, Nancy was last seen on Saturday night, January 31 … she was reported missing the next day after missing church.
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California Congressman Eric Swalwell’s Secret Erotic Poetry Uncovered
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Congressman Eric Swalwell was evidently a big fan of erotica in college … and now we’re getting a glimpse of some of what he wrote!
The Daily Mail uncovered a sexually graphic poem penned by the Democrat from California apparently written when he was 19 years old … and it is wild! Titled “Hungover From Burgundy,” the poem describes two lovers who meet at the top of a hotel for “formless and magnificent” sex.
What kind of sex is “formless and magnificent”? Well, in Swalwell’s vivid imagination it includes engorged vessels, a “flurry of limbs and nails” … and a little bit of blood. He’s apparently got a thing for biting!
One passage reads, “While I screamed / She bent her lips to mine till veins imploded and exploded … For bounded mouths cannot speak of parting.”
“In the morning, I awoke beside beauty’s shadow — her form sloppy and her legs pale,” reads another verse. “My scar lost, my lips cracked and dry. And we groaned simultaneously.”
Kinky!
Swalwell is running to replace Gavin Newsom as Governor of California … Swalwell’s campaign spokesperson laughed off the revelation of the florid poetry, telling us, “If you think Eric’s poetry at 19 was bad, you should see his diary when he was 12.” Swalwell is 45 years old, in case you were wondering.
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About 2 weeks ago, we caught up with Swalwell on Capitol Hill in D.C. He told us Republicans like to talk trash about Donald Trump in the gym … but now they may have some gossip on him as well!
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Bold and the Beautiful 2-Week Spoilers Feb 16-27: Hope Stunned by Revelation & Ivy’s Behavior Escalates Dangerously
Bold and the Beautiful 2-week spoilers for February 16 -27, 2026 suggest Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) is shocked and Ivy Forrester (Ashleigh Brewer) gets even worse, if you can imagine that.
Bold and the Beautiful: The Race to Launch Logan Designs and Liam Spencer’s Big Secret
On Monday, February 16th, we’ve got Eric Forrester (John McCook), Katie Logan (Heather Tom), and Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) pushing to make Logan’s debut fashion show happen as soon as possible before the big Eric Forrester’s secret gets out. But guess what? Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton) is going to spill the beans later this week, although it won’t matter very much longer after that.
Bill is very concerned with launching Logan in a big way before anybody knows their big secret. And so he’s pushing Eric to complete all his designs for the launch. Not aggressively. I think he’s doing it in a positive way. Like, “Hey, let’s get this done. Let’s hustle it out.”
Bill’s focused on rubbing Ridge Forrester‘s (Thorsten Kaye) face in Logan’s success and in his dad, Eric, being there to work with them. Bill wants to humiliate Ridge because he thinks he did Katie and Eric both dirty by undervaluing them. In agreement with Bill, I think Eric also shares that opinion and he kind of wants to rub Ridge’s face in their success as well.
Eric Forrester’s Health Crisis and Donna Logan’s Growing Fear on B&B
Tuesday, February 17th, we’ve got Eric having an episode where he cannot breathe. It could be the stress of trying to get the work done. Maybe it’s Bill pushing and/or Eric hiding the secret from his family that he’s the lead designer of Logan.
All of that may cause some sort of heart issue in Eric and Donna Logan (Jennifer Gareis) is alarmed when Eric starts having these breathing problems. And of course, Donna wants Eric’s to go to the hospital and to get some medical attention.
I am very certain that he is going to give Donna pushback, but by the end of the week, things are much worse and Eric may not have a choice but to take a ride in an ambulance. Unless, of course, he already knows what’s going on. There’s always that chance because Eric does like to keep things to himself that he shouldn’t.
Bold Spoilers: Liam Spencer Betrays Bill Spencer’s Trust as the Logan Designer Secret Explodes
Wednesday, February 18th, Liam goes ahead and ignores what Bill told him and decides to tell Hope that Eric is the one who is the secret designer heading up Logan and working with Katie. We expected the secret would start spilling out and that Liam’s wouldn’t keep it from Hope, but beyond that, it looks like a lot more people are going to find out this week.
Word is about to spread. The big question for me is if Hope is asking Liam what he knows and he doesn’t want to lie to her face, or if there’s something that has him spontaneously making this confession for some reason. Bill was quite adamant about it, but it’s not really fair to ask him to keep it from his wife on Bold and the Beautiful.
Hope is going to be shocked, of course, to hear that Eric is working with her aunt, Katie. Hope knows immediately this is going to be a huge problem and that Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Ridge are going to freak out. So now she’s in this same position with Liam and with Donna where they’re like, “Oh no, we’re sitting on a ticking time bomb.”
But then also on Wednesday, Bill and Katie Logan go ahead and they break the huge news to Ridge and Brooke that Eric is Logan’s lead designer. Obviously, something triggers them to do this. We’ll see what. And of course, Ridge and Brooke are going to lose it and be outraged. It’s going to be super soapy.
I’m excited to see this. This is not the way I was hoping to see this secret come out. I was hoping to see it at the fashion show, but maybe they’re trying to do a low-budget alternative to that. I still hope we get the Logan fashion show, but I don’t know. It feels to me like they’re getting ready to scrap this rivalry and this alternate company, but I hope not.
Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers: A Devastating Confrontation: Eric Forrester and Ridge Forrester Clash at the Mansion
On Thursday, February 19th, Eric and Ridge have a huge confrontation that causes devastation for more than one family and could lead to catastrophic outcomes down the road. Over at the Forrester mansion, we’ve got Katie, Bill, Brooke, and Donna listening and watching as Ridge’s and Eric’s throw down.
After Katie and Bill drop the bombshell about Eric designing for them, predictably, Ridge loses it on everybody. Then Eric loses it and he yells at Ridge and says he can still design. Eric is accusing Ridge of trying to take this away from him.
Ridge is going to clap back on Eric and tell him to stop it. It’s enough. Ridge’s insists he already apologized for pushing Eric’s into retirement. But during the showdown with Ridge we’re going to see Eric’s start gasping for air. The breathing problems are back again and not going away. Bill is alarmed and rushes to help as Ridge’s is yelling for someone to call 911.
Eric Forrester Comes Clean While Will Spencer and Electra Forrester Face Relationship Tension on B&B
On Friday, February 20th, Eric comes completely clean to Brooke and Ridge. We’ll see if Eric’s is admitting exactly why he decided that he needed to go design this collection for Logan, or he may be telling Ridge’s and Brooke’s that he suspected that he was having health problems and just wanted to design as long as he could.
I’m expecting Ridge to dump a whole pile of “I told you so’s” on Eric Forrester, with Ridge saying he was right to force Eric to retire in the first place because of his health. But Ridge had no idea Eric was having any residual health issues, and Ridge went about it in all the wrong ways.
If Ridge had discussed it with his dad instead of springing a forced retirement on him, it might have gone over a lot better. Eric might have agreed to scale back or consult. Instead, Ridge aggravated Eric and laid the groundwork for everything we’re seeing happening right now.
Also, Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) and Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) are handling their relationship issues both together and separately. In the Forrester Creations showroom, Will is trying to talk to Electra and get her to drop this ultimatum about Melissa Dylan (Sydney Bullock). He tells her everything was fine with them and fine with the Dylan situation until Ivy came along and ruined everything.
Ivy Forrester’s Interference and the Return of RJ Forrester on Bold
Electra still hasn’t even heard Will’s side of things. Of course, Ms. Nosy, inappropriate herself, Ivy the bully, is eavesdropping on them because she’s a creeper-peeper stalker at this point. I don’t like the way they’re writing Ivy right now.
Electra asks Will to step into her shoes and imagine that the roles were reversed and whether Will would be comfortable with Electra having a guy living with her. I think that’s a fair point. This week, Will and Dylan are hugging again at the beach house. RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) is back this week and I expect him in scenes with Electra. Ivy might even start pushing Electra towards RJ.

February B&B Sweeps Spoilers: Will Logan Designs Overpower Forrester?
The week of February 23rd through the 27th is the last week of sweeps. It wraps up on Wednesday. Will may consider leaving Forrester and going over to Logan. I think it’ll be hard for him to work around Ivy Forrester. Plus, after her overhearing what Will’s says to Electra Forrester, I bet Ivy’s is going to be even harder on Will and making things more difficult.
Bill and Katie may encourage Will to leave the Forrester drama behind and come work with them. Dylan and Will get closer. We’ll see if he convinces Dylan to stay in his guest house. Or maybe Deke Sharpe (Harrison Cone) will convince Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) to offer Dylan an apartment.
Everybody’s on high alert about Eric’s health. Ridge stands his ground with Eric and word spreads that Eric is the mystery designer behind Katie’s new company, Logan Designs. Things get worse between Brooke and Katie after this reveal. Donna is terrified for Eric and still stuck in the middle of a tense situation.
Ivy Forrester Actress Confirms Real-Life Pregnancy
Katie may bring in Deke now that things have taken a turn at Logan. Electra is heartbroken and RJ may swoop in while Ivy is pressuring Electra to stand her ground. On a side note, I’ve been wondering for a while if Ashleigh Brewer is pregnant since they’ve had her in drapey stuff and holding stuff along.
I didn’t say anything because people get upset—you’re never supposed to ask if a woman is pregnant—but it is confirmed Ashleigh Brewer is pregnant. She looks about seven to eight months along. She’s got a big old baby belly that they are hiding.
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Bianca Censori Pulled Into Kanye West Mansion Lawsuit
Kanye West’s ongoing legal battle over his Malibu mansion renovation is taking a dramatic turn, and now his wife, Bianca Censori, may be pulled into the spotlight.
A contractor suing the rapper is asking a Los Angeles court to have Censori testify in the labor dispute, raising fresh questions about who was involved behind the scenes.
As the case heads back to court, new details are resurfacing about West’s controversial vision for the oceanfront property.
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Kanye West’s Contractor Seeks Bianca Censori’s Testimony

The lawsuit against Kanye West was first filed in 2023 by contractor Tony Saxon, who claims he was hired to oversee sweeping renovations at the rapper’s Malibu mansion.
Now, according to court documents reviewed by TMZ, Saxon wants Censori to take the stand.
It is not immediately clear why the 31-year-old was formally cited as a potential witness.
However, a 2024 report from The New Yorker indicated she had served as an intermediary at one point during the project.
That detail appears to have prompted Saxon’s legal team to request her testimony as the case moves forward.
The dispute dates back to September 2021, when West purchased the oceanfront Malibu property for more than $57 million and began planning major structural changes.
The case is scheduled to return to court later this month.
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West’s Malibu Remodel Sparked Safety Concerns

According to Saxon’s legal filings, he worked up to 16 hours a day on the renovation and sometimes slept on the ground with his coat to stay on schedule.
He says he provided services including project management, property caretaker duties, and security. However, just two months into the project, things allegedly deteriorated.
Saxon told the court he objected to several of Kanye West’s requests, including orders to demolish marble bathrooms and remove all plumbing, windows, and electrical systems.
When the record producer allegedly proposed moving large generators inside the home, Saxon said he warned it would create a serious fire hazard.
In response, Saxon claims West threatened him, saying he would be considered “an enemy” if he did not carry out the instructions.
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The contractor alleges West told him, “If you don’t do what I say, you’re not going to work for me, I’m not gonna be your friend anymore and you’ll just see me on TV.”
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Kanye West Accused Of Firing Contractor On The Spot

Saxon claims the confrontation escalated quickly. After allegedly telling West that he does not watch television, he says he was fired immediately and ordered to “get the hell out” of the property.
Saxon further alleges that he was paid for only one week of work, despite the long hours he says he invested in the remodel.
The contractor is now suing West for more than $1 million in unpaid wages, damages, and multiple labor code violations.
In court documents, he described the songwriter’s vision for the mansion as transforming it into something resembling “a bomb shelter from the 1910s,” according to NBC News.
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He elaborated on what that meant in practice. “We were going to be gutting all of that out and sort of building him a Bat Cave,” Saxon said, adding that the rapper wanted a space where he could “hide from the Clintons in and the Kardashians in.”
West’s Alleged Vision For A Dark, Electricity-Free Home

What initially seemed like an artistic concept allegedly became something more permanent.
Saxon claimed he eventually realized Kanye West intended to actually live in the stripped-down property.
“West wanted no electricity,” Saxon said. “He only wanted plants. He only wanted candles. He only wanted battery lights. And he just wanted to have everything open and dark.”
Those changes, according to Saxon, included removing floor-to-ceiling windows that once offered sweeping ocean views.
Photos taken in 2024 reportedly showed the side of the house exposed to the elements after the windows were removed.
The interior also appeared to be deteriorating, with metal railings rusting from salt air and moisture at the oceanfront location.
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Neighbors later told TMZ the mansion had been “left to rot” and that they had not “seen anyone around for many months.”
Kanye West Denies Allegations As Case Returns To Court

Kanye West has since firmly denied the accusations. In a November 2023 court filing, his legal team requested that the lawsuit be dismissed.
His attorneys argued that he was not responsible for the damages Saxon claimed and said the contractor performed tasks without his knowledge.
West took things further in January 2026 when he filed a lawsuit against Saxon and his lawyers, alleging that they wrongfully put a $1.8 million lien on the property.
Saxon had placed a lien on the mansion in January 2024, in order to secure compensation for his work.
According to West’s filing, it was inappropriate, considering the lien was placed one month after he put the house on sale.
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The filing contends that last year the Los Angeles Superior Court granted West’s motion to release the lien from the bond and awarded him attorneys fees.
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Jay Manuel ‘Very Open’ To Speaking With Tyra Banks After ‘ANTM’ Fallout
Jay Manuel might still feel the sting from his fallout with Tyra Banks, but the former creative director remains open to moving forward with the iconic supermodel.
In the new Netflix documentary, “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model,” Manuel opened up about the behind-the-scenes drama that occurred in his relationship with Banks, implying that their feud almost had him blacklisted.
In the documentary, Tyra Banks seemed upset about the state of her and Manuel’s relationship and declined to discuss it with producers, adding that she “should call him” to hash things out. Manuel, however, said that he’s still waiting for the phone to ring.
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What Happened Between Jay Manuel And Tyra Banks On ‘America’s Next Top Model’?

According to a report from The Blast, Manuel recalled in episode 3 of “Reality Check” that his bond with Banks soured once he decided he was ready to exit the series after cycle 8 in 2007.
Manuel shared that he had sent Banks an email about leaving the show, but she first ghosted him. “It was probably the longest three days ever,” he said. “And she ultimately wrote back just three words. ‘I am disappointed.’”
Manuel said, “After that email exchange, all communication just stopped. It should’ve been the opportunity to have a heart-to-heart, but that did not happen.”
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Did Manuel’s Beef With Tyra Banks Almost Get Him Blacklisted?

Manuel went on to say that he was unable to depart the show when he wanted because the network told him they needed more time to find his replacement.
Manuel admitted he also stayed longer than he wanted out of pure fear of being pushed out of the industry, hinting that he felt his professional status was under threat.
“There was a warning that strikes the fear of God in you,” he said. “You know, people talk about being blacklisted. Those words were not used, but I had suspected that that’s what it would turn into.”
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Manuel Said He And Tyra Banks Did Not Communicate With One Another Following Cycle 8

In the docuseries, Manuel shared that he hadn’t communicated with Banks before filming began for cycle 9. While he was nervous about seeing the former Victoria’s Secret model for the first time since their email exchange, Manuel said he was relieved to finally clear the air before moving forward with work.
However, when they arrived on set, Manuel told the cameras that Banks allegedly gave him the cold shoulder. Speaking with PEOPLE, Manuel maintained that statement.
“Tyra chose not to speak with me at all while the cameras were off. When they were on, she’d speak to me,” he said. “After [trying to leave], I did cycle 9, which was … torture for me. I was so broken by the end of that cycle because of the mental torture of what was going on.”
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Have Manuel And Banks Spoken About Their Reported Past Feud Yet?

Also in episode 3 of “Reality Check,” Banks declined to speak with producers about her relationship with Manuel, saying she “should call” him directly, and added that he’s a “special man.”
But did that phone call ever happen?
Manuel said no. “I never got that phone call,” he shared, adding that he doesn’t believe he’ll get it in the first place. “She’s got my number,” he said.
Despite the obvious tension, Manuel insisted he holds no “ill will” toward the mother of one and confirmed he is “very open” to a conversation whenever she is ready.
“Tyra and I were close, and when we were in New York shooting, or even in L.A. shooting, she’d be at my house or I’d be at her house, and we would really download,” Manuel said of their previous bond.
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“But at the same time, and she knows this to be true, the things that are those really, really trusted important things that she has said to me, I will never repeat. I will forever honor my relationship with her in the past,” he added.
When Can The ‘America’s Next Top Model’ Docuseries Be Streamed?

“Reality Check” is now available to stream on Netflix.
Alongside Banks and Manuel, the three-part series brings in former judges Jay Alexander and Nigel Barker to share their perspectives.
Banks’ co-creator and executive producer Ken Mok was also part of the production.
Former contestants, including Whitney Thompson, Giselle Samson, Shannon Stewart, Shandi Sullivan, Dani Evans, and Keenyah Hill, also sat in front of the cameras to share their stories.
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General Hospital 2-Week Spoilers Feb 16-27: Lulu Spirals into Panic & Ric Applies Pressure
General Hospital 2-week spoilers for February 16 -27, 2026 divulge that Lulu Spencer (Alexa Havins Bruening) panicking and Ric Lansing (Rick Hearst) pushing.
General Hospital Spoilers Monday, February 16: Drama at Wyndemere and the Axe Range
On Monday, February 16th, we’ve got Carly Corinthos Spencer (Laura Wright) catching up with Jason Morgan (Steve Burton). Looks like they’re at the Brown Dog Bar. Carly is ranting about Ric, and she tells Jason she doesn’t buy it. Even though Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) insists that he and Ric are getting closer and Sonny says Ric doesn’t have an agenda, Carly is skeptical. We’ll find out if she’s right. Obviously, her beef with Ric is totally understandable.
Out at Wyndemere, Marco Rios (Adrian Anchondo) realizes that Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) walked up on his phone call. Now the question is how much he heard, but Marco was talking about how he wants rid of Sonny. So Lucas has heard enough between this and what he eavesdropped on earlier, which Pascal (Mark Forget) knows he overheard because he saw him. It’s just too much.
Lucas & Marco Showdown
Lucas wants to leave and he tells Marco, “No more,” and he tries to get away. But then it gets physical with Lucas, and Marco grabs him and tells Lucas he is not going anywhere. The good news is that he does get away from Marco and runs off. He’s going to talk to somebody who can help. You know Elizabeth Webber (Rebecca Herbst)] already advised Lucas to move out of Wyndemere, so I’m guessing moving boxes are next.
Also, Maxie Jones (Kirsten Storms) is stunned. Felicia Scorpio (Kristina Wagner) told her on Friday that Nathan West (Ryan Paevey) is alive, and we’ll get more of Maxie’s shock and disbelief as the week begins because obviously, this wasn’t on her radar.
Elizabeth and Ric’s Valentine’s Day date is over at the axe range. She was all dressed up for something fancier, but they’re having beer and throwing axes. It’s not terribly romantic, but maybe it’s a good choice in case Liz is skittish about this first date with Ric; maybe he didn’t want to overwhelm her with anything too romantic. Liz wants to know if Ric’s saying she doesn’t know how to have fun. I ship them. I’m excited about this. I hope we get more “Li-Ric.”
Harrison Chase (Josh Swickard) promises Brook Lynn Quartermaine (Amanda Setton) a Valentine’s Day to remember, but are things going to head downhill? Jacinda Bracken (Paige Herschell) seems to have pulled one over on Michael Corinthos (Rory Gibson). They’re also at the axe range, and she tells him there’s one born every minute—as in a sucker. So, I wonder if Jacinda tramples Michael at the axe range.
Liesl Obrecht’s Bombshell and Tension Between Sonny and Ric on GH
Over at the Metro Court restaurant, Molly Lansing-Davis (Kristen Vaganos) is all wound up and telling Alexis Davis (Nancy Lee Grahn) she’s got something to tell her. It could be about the book deal offer or about Cody Bell (Josh Kelly) and his issues with her book. That’s why Molly doesn’t have a date with him for Valentine’s Day.
Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) is stunned by Nathan telling her that Anna Devane (Finola Hughes) suspects Cesar Faison (Anders Hove) is alive. That went from Friday and it’s going to carry over. Britt, of course, seems very skeptical. Nathan is as well. So neither of them seem to think their dad’s alive. Britt thinks Anna is having a nervous breakdown, and Nathan says if Anna had any proof, she didn’t get it from Faison.
Before they can say anything more, Liesl Obrecht (Kathleen Gati) rushes in and drops the bombshell on Nathan that Maxie is awake from her coma. Nathan looks like a deer in the headlights—complete and utter shock. Of course, this has everybody wondering because we’re not entirely sure if he is who he says he is.
Britt Takes a Big Risk
Britt risks everything in this conversation she is having with Liesl after Nathan exits. So, this could be about Anna thinking Faison is alive, or it could be about the mess that she’s made of her own life. Britt tells Obrecht she has no idea what she’s asking right now. I really hope she comes clean to her mom and tells Dr. O about Ross Cullum (Andrew Hawkes) Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and all that.
On Tuesday, February 17th, Britt and Jason have a Valentine’s Day run-in this week. We’ll see if it’s Monday or Tuesday. I don’t see a lot of hearts and flowers in their future, though. Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) has something to say to Sidwell—maybe about Deception, maybe about Maxie, or maybe about him being out with Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring) and Ava Jerome (Maura West).
General Hospital Spoilers: Alexis Shocked by Laura
Laura Spencer Collins (Genie Francis) surprises Alexis. She’s up at Laura’s mayoral office this week. Their talk may be about Danny Morgan (Asher Jared Antonyzyn) and Charlotte Cassadine (Bluesy Burke) and the cousin loving. We’ll see. Sonny is questioned by Ric. He’s trying to understand Sonny’s motives. Now, this may be about sicking Lucy on Sidwell or what’s going on with Michael in the PCPD investigation.
Lucas is adamant about something, and I believe that is about him moving out of Wyndemere and getting off Spoon Island after being manhandled by Marco. Lucas talks with Carly at the Metro Court, and she may insist he take a room there. She’s not going to want Lucas on Spoon Island or back at Ava’s place. Dante Falconeri (Dominic Zamprogna) admits something to Michael on Tuesday, and it may be about the PCPD investigation into him on General Hospital.

Maxie Returns to Port Charles and Lulu’s Secret Confession on General Hospital
Wednesday, February 18th, Willow Tait (Katelyn MacMullen) tells Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros) something important. I doubt she’s going to confess what she did to Drew Cain Quartermaine (Cameron Mathison). Although, I don’t think Nina would care if Drew dropped dead; she just doesn’t want Willow to go to jail.
Damian Spinelli (Bradford Anderson) gets some advice from BLQ probably about Maxie and Nathan. I hope that Brook Lynn doesn’t mention that Lulu and Nathan are crushing on each other, but she might. Hopefully not, though. Lulu makes another confession to Laura, and Lulu may tell her mom that Brook Lynn said she’d lose Maxie over the Nathan thing.
Kristina Corinthos-Davis (Kate Mansi) tries to encourage Cody. I’m sure it’s to give Molly another chance. Nathan confides in Dante, probably about his anxiety about seeing Maxie after all this time. I don’t think he’s going to tell him about Lulu since, you know, Dante’s her ex-husband. Thursday, February 19th, Willow has big news for Drew, and it may be about Michael.
Or maybe about Scout Cain (Cosette Abinante). Spinelli is there to welcome Maxie home. She’s out of the Boston facility and back in Port Charles. Meanwhile, Ric makes a shocking claim by the end of the week. Alexis takes notice of something, and it could be about Charlotte and Danny, or maybe about Willow. Michael finds himself in the hot seat on Thursday, and I wonder if the cops are going to find the key to Drew’s house on Michael’s key ring by then.
A Special GH Tribute Episode for Luke Spencer and Anthony Geary
Friday, February 20th, is a special standalone episode dedicated to Luke Spencer (Anthony Geary). The whole town of Port Charles is going to be remembering the character of Luke and also the actor Anthony Geary, who passed away suddenly in December from complications of a routine surgery.
General Hospital February Sweeps: Maxie and Nathan Face-to-Face
The week of February 23rd through the 27th is the last week of sweeps. It wraps up on the 25th. Maxie is trying to settle back into her life, but a lot has changed. Nathan’s resurrection is huge. I can’t wait to see Maxie and Nathan face to face. Lulu’s conflicted and afraid she’ll lose Maxie if she finds out she and Nathan were crushing.
Willow keeps making Drew miserable. Yay, I’m all for that. Things are going to get more intense at their house. Michael is in a tough spot. The PCPD are going to want to know about that key on his ring. Hopefully, Wiley Quartermaine Corinthos (Viron Weaver) speaks up and says the keys were in Chase’s hands, which would probably at this point get him fired.
Spinelli is terrified that he’ll lose Maxie. Of course, Spinelli is worried she is going to want to get back with Nathan, but the feelings may not be there anymore on either side. At least not right now. Maxie’s fallen for Spinelli, and Nathan’s smitten with Lulu Spencer. It’s been seven years. We’ll see.
Jacinda and Michael get in deeper. Valentin Cassadine (James Patrick Stuart) and Carly may realize Wyndemere and Sidwell could be a dead end since Cullum is involved. Cody and Molly have a talk that could get them back on track. Sidwell revels in the competitive attention of Lucy and Ava, at least for now. He may come to regret that later.
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‘The Godfather’ Actor Robert Duvall Dead at 95
Hollywood is in mourning after legendary actor Robert Duvall passed away. The actor, who won his Oscar for the 1983 film “Tender Mercies,” was 95 years old, and his wife, Luciana Pedraza, announced his passing on social media. In addition to “Tender Mercies,” Duvall is most renowned for films such as “The Apostle,” “The Judge,” and “The Godfather.”
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Robert Duvall Will Be Missed

Duvall passed away on February 15, 2026. His wife, Pedraza, took to Facebook the following day to share the news. She wrote, “Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, cherished friend, and one of the greatest actors of our time. Bob passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love and comfort.”
The grief-stricken wife continued, “To the world, he was an Academy Award-winning actor, a director, a storyteller. To me, he was simply everything. His passion for his craft was matched only by his deep love for characters, a great meal, and holding court. For each of his many roles, Bob gave everything to his characters and to the truth of the human spirit they represented.”
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She concluded, “In doing so, he leaves something lasting and unforgettable to us all. Thank you for the years of support you showed Bob and for giving us this time and privacy to celebrate the memories he leaves behind.”
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Fans Are Paying Tribute To His Legacy

Following the announcement of Duvall’s passing, many of his fans are taking to social media to remember his legacy. One person said on Instagram, “One of the greatest ever. RIP.” Someone else wrote, “Wow, I remember Robert, and I having a drink and a long conversation, 50 years ago.RIP.”
Other Instagram users highlighted their favorites from his legendary filmography. One noted, “Such a legend was on an episode of the OG twilight zone, Godfather, Apocalypse, come on. Immortal.” A different person stated, “I was literally watching the scene of Days of Thunder last night.”
Additionally, some tributes highlighted who he was as a person. One example, “He was a great actor and even a better man!” Someone else noted, “Aww, another good one gone, Rip.”
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Finally, a different fan said, “Another legend & one of my favorites has left us. Robert was an absolute acting beast who always delivered & left us really feeling his characters & their thoughts & motivations in each scene. He leaves behind an incredible body of work. RIP Mr. Duvall.”
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He Leaves Behind A Brilliant Legacy

Duvall, though best known for his screen work, began his acting career on stage and appeared in productions such as “A View from the Bridge.” After that, he got his start playing bit parts in Hollywood. Per IMDb, his first was the 1960s series “The Robert Herridge Theater,” in which he appeared in a single episode.
From there, he appeared in tv shows and movies such as “Armstrong Circle Theatre,” “Playhouse 90,” “John Brown’s Raid,” and
“Great Ghost Tales.” However, his big break didn’t come until 1962, when he played Boo Radley in “To Kill a Mockingbird.” After that, Duvall continued, later encountering the roles that would make him a star.
Some of the most notable include “The Godfather,” “Apocalypse Now,” “Lonesome Dove,” “Something to Talk About,” and “Gone in 60 Seconds.”
Robert Duvall Posted A Final Video In 2025

Sighings from Duvall became increasingly rare in later years of his life. This is despite him remaining somewhat active in Hollywood, with his most recent television appearance being in “The Culture Mafia” in 2026. Still, according to Page Six, the beloved actor took to social media in November 2025 to wish his fans a happy holiday.
He said in a clip, “To all my fans, have a happy, happy Thanksgiving and a great year coming up. God bless.” Duvall could be seen sitting in the video. He wore what appeared to be a purple polo-style shirt, a black vest, and black pants.
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The ‘Godfather’ Star Loved Love

Duvall wore many hats during his 95 years. One of them was the role of husband. He married his first wife, Barbara Benjamin, in 1964. They were married until 1975. After that, he married Gail Youngs, with whom he was married for four years, beginning in 1982. He was then married to his third wife, Sharon Brophy, from 1991 until 1995.
After that, he and Pedraza married in 2005 and remained married until his death. Duvall leaves behind no children.
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