James Wehr’s family has announced a memorial for the car influencer and “his friend” Alexis “Lexi” Kramer following their deaths.

South OC Cars and Coffee, which James cofounded with his father, Simon Wehr, shared details of a special celebration of life for James, set to take place in San Clemente, California, on Saturday, September 19.

“Please join us as we remember our son James and his friend Lexi, who tragically lost their lives together,” the family wrote via Instagram. “This Saturday, we will be gathering to remember and honor James, who meant so much to so many in the car community.”

“A celebration of James’ life will take place at South OC Cars and Coffee this Saturday, September 19, from 8:30–11:00 a.m.,” the post continued. “Everyone is welcome to join us as we come together to remember James and celebrate the incredible impact he had on so many lives.”

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The post added, “In honor of James, we invite everyone to wear white sneakers. … Please drive safely, look out for one another, and join us in remembering James with the love and positivity he brought to those around him.”

James, who was 27, and Kramer, who was 22, were killed in a car accident in Irvine, California, in the early hours of Sunday, September 13. Irvine police said James was driving a 2019 McLaren supercar but “lost control” while traveling “northbound at a high speed.” James “struck a curb and a tree” before the car “split in two and caught fire.”

South OC Cars and Coffee, which describes itself as the “largest weekly car show in the world,” identified James as one of the two victims who perished in an Instagram post shared on Sunday. The post was reshared by his parents, Simon and Sarah Wehr, his sister, Sophia Wehr, and his wife, Emma Wehr.

“Unfortunately, we have some really heavy news to share with you all. This morning, just after midnight, we lost our darling son and brother James in a motor accident,” the post read.

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“We respectfully ask for privacy as a family as we process this profound loss,” the statement continued. “We would appreciate all of your good thoughts and prayers, and for those of you who knew James, thank you for being his friends, his mentors and his peers. Thank you for being his clients and his loved ones. We are grateful for all of you.”

On Monday, September 14, a family member of Kramer’s identified her as the second victim in the accident.

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The relative told the California Post that Kramer had flown to California on Friday, September 11, to spend the weekend with James. The person also claimed that James had told Kramer he was in the midst of divorcing his wife.

James’ widow has hired attorney Corey Higgins to investigate the circumstances surrounding the influencer’s death.

“At the time of the collision, a significant amount of water was present on the roadway on an otherwise clear night, creating an extremely hazardous condition for any motorist,” Higgins claimed in an Instagram video on Wednesday, September 16. “The source of that water is yet to be identified, and our firm is actively investigating how that water came to be there, how long that condition had existed and who may ultimately bear responsibility.”

Perez Hilton’s longtime friend has launched a fundraiser to support the celebrity blogger’s three children and their grandmother as he continues receiving residential mental health treatment. Tom D’Angora said Hilton’s mother, Teresita Lavandeira, has put much of her life on hold to care for Mario, Mia and Mayte full-time while their father focuses on his recovery. The campaign aims to help cover the unexpected expenses of raising three children and maintaining their school schedules, activities, and routines during an extraordinarily difficult period.

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D’Angora explained his connection to Hilton, whose legal name is Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr., in the description of the family’s GoFundMe. “I’ve known Perez Hilton (Mario) for 14 years, and we have become very close friends, and during that time, he and his family have come to mean a great deal to me,” he wrote. “With the support of his friends, I’m organizing this fundraiser to help his mother and his three children, Mario, Mia, and Mayte, during his treatment and recovery.”

D’Angora confirmed that Hilton is receiving intensive care and said the process is expected to take time. “Perez is currently receiving full-time residential treatment while he focuses on his mental health and recovery. This process will take time. In the meantime, his mother has stepped in to care for his children full-time and give them the stability and support they need,” he explained.

Hilton was hospitalized following a concerning TikTok livestream on August 4 in which he appeared to harm himself. His family subsequently said that he had suffered serious physical injuries and would require continued medical and psychiatric treatment.

The Fundraiser Will Only Benefit The Children And Their Grandmother

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The GoFundMe description emphasizes that none of the contributions will be used for Hilton’s personal expenses or treatment. “All funds raised will benefit Perez’s mother and children only and help cover the additional costs of caring for three kids full-time. None of the money will be used for Perez personally,” D’Angora stated.

He explained that Hilton’s mother had unexpectedly taken on the responsibilities and costs associated with caring for three growing children. “Like any grandmother who suddenly finds herself responsible for raising three growing children, she’s also taken on significant and unexpected expenses,” he wrote. “She’s put much of her own life on hold to make sure the kids can continue going to school, participating in their normal activities, and having as much consistency as possible during an incredibly difficult time.”

D’Angora said Hilton’s relatives and close friends have already been assisting the family but wanted to provide a way for others to contribute. “Perez’s family and friends are helping however we can. We also wanted to give the many people who have asked how they can help a way to do so,” he shared.

Perez Hilton’s Mother Received Temporary Custody Of His Children

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Lavandeira sought temporary custody of Hilton’s children following his hospitalization. The court granted her temporary custody on August 18. The children are Mario, 13, Mia, 11, and Mayte, 8.

Hilton reportedly received supervised visitation rights, contingent on obtaining psychiatric clearance. The temporary arrangement also gives his mother responsibility for the children’s educational and medical needs.

The custody change was intended to provide the children with stability while Hilton remained unable to resume his normal parenting responsibilities.

His family later confirmed that the siblings have remained together and are doing well under their grandmother’s care.

His Family Says There Is ‘Still A Long Road Ahead’

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Hilton’s family provided an update on his condition in a September 14 statement posted to his website.

“We wanted to share an update with everyone who has continued to reach out, send messages, and share well wishes for Perez and our family,” the statement began. “After weeks in the hospital receiving treatment for his physical injuries, Perez entered a residential treatment program where he can focus fully on his mental health and recovery.”

Although his relatives described the transition as an “important step,” they cautioned, “There’s still a long road ahead.”

“Perez is expected to remain in residential treatment for several more weeks, potentially longer, depending on what his treatment team believes is best for his recovery,” the family continued. “He still does not have access to his phone or laptop, and his contact with family and friends remains limited so that he can focus fully on getting better.”

The statement did not provide a specific timeline for Hilton’s release. His treatment team will determine how long he remains in residential care.

The Family Addresses False Reports About His Condition

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Hilton’s relatives also used the update to dispute several rumors about his physical and mental condition. The family denied reports that the 48-year-old had lost 10 years of his memory, believed it was 2016, or had asked to see Katy Perry. “He is lucid and communicates clearly with his family,” they stated.

They also reassured supporters about the well-being of Hilton’s children. The kids “remain together, safe, and doing well in the care of their grandmother,” the family shared.

Their update emphasized that maintaining stability, routine, and a sense of normalcy for the children remains a priority while Hilton works through his recovery.

Tom D’Angora Hopes Perez Hilton Can Return To His Family

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D’Angora described the emotional toll Hilton’s mental health crisis has taken on the people closest to him. “It’s been heartbreaking to watch someone I care about very much, along with his entire family who I also care very deeply for, go through this,” he wrote. “More than anything, I want to see Perez recover and return to a happy and fulfilling life as a father, son, brother, and a great friend.”

The fundraiser organizer said donations of any size could help Hilton’s mother continue caring for the children during the months ahead. “Every contribution, no matter the amount, will help support the kids and their grandmother during the months ahead,” D’Angora explained. “If you’re not in a position to donate, simply sharing this fundraiser would also mean a great deal.”

He concluded, “Thank you for helping care for the people Perez loves most while he does the difficult work of getting better.”

Stephen Colbert recently addressed his former television network with a witty jab following his latest award victory. 

The comedian made a guest appearance on a rival late-night show shortly after securing major industry accolades for his canceled program. During the broadcast, he poked fun at the complete lack of outreach from executives after his show concluded its run on a massive high note.

Colbert’s “Late Night” show ended its years-long run on May 21 when its final broadcast aired. The network previously announced the cancellation of the show, citing financial difficulties as the reason for the shocking decision. 

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Making his return to evening television as a guest on “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” Colbert celebrated winning the prize for Outstanding Variety Series alongside five Creative Arts trophies for the final season of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.” 

When Kimmel asked whether anyone from CBS had reached out to congratulate him on securing seven awards total for a show they recently took off the air, Colbert offered a swift, biting response.

“I am not familiar with that organization,” he retorted, per Entertainment Weekly.

Nevertheless, Colbert revealed he did receive an unusual parting gift from his former employer: 40 tailored suits from his 11-year stint on air.

He joked that the clothes are currently sitting in a spare room and also teased that newly graduated law students in need of formal attire should contact Kimmel to claim them.

Viewers Framed Stephen Colbert’s Prestigious Award Victory As A Final Triumph Over Critics

Colbert’s sarcastic remarks came shortly after he accepted numerous awards for his show. Taking the stage on September 14, the comedian accepted the honor for Outstanding Variety Series alongside his production team, marking a major milestone for the program. 

Fans quickly flooded social media to celebrate the moment, viewing the award as a symbolic triumph over corporate executives.

“A perfect signing off for The Late Show. Trump and his cronies might have gotten him canceled, but Colbert got the last laugh, as he took home an Emmy: just another award that Trump will never receive. Suck on that, MAGA,” one user wrote, per The Blast.

Another user gushed over the show and described it as “an island of relief in the ocean of Trump insanity.” Other users also expressed hope of seeing Colbert on their screens soon enough. 

The Canceled Franchise Dominated Creative Arts Categories With Multiple Victories

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Four months after broadcasting its final episode on CBS, “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” capped its 11-year run by earning multiple nominations at the 2026 Creative Arts Emmy Awards. 

The production swept technical and creative categories, taking home honors for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series against prominent late-night competitors, as well as awards for picture editing, lighting design, and technical direction. 

According to The Blast, the show also secured top directing accolades, while “Colbert Before Air” won Outstanding Short Form Series.

Stephen Colbert’s Finale Gag Left CBS With Financial Consequences 

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Along with his recent award successes, Colbert’s final moments on air also continued to make headlines after a bit during his farewell broadcast resulted in real financial consequences for the network.

During the May 21 series finale, Colbert openly teased potential legal issues while discussing copyright enforcement around Vince Guaraldi’s music from the classic “Peanuts” specials.

He jokingly warned viewers that trademark owners require anyone using the tunes without permission to “pay through the nose” and feigned shock when bandleader Louis Cato and his house musicians unexpectedly began playing the famous “Linus and Luck” track in the background.

“Oh no, I hope this doesn’t cost CBS any money!” He said, per The Blast.

However, the playful joke proved surprisingly accurate weeks later when Lee Mendelson Film Productions, Inc. confirmed that CBS entered into a formal post-broadcast licensing agreement to resolve the unauthorized performance. 

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Along with the legal resolution involving his broadcast finale, Colbert’s connections to the network are facing another shift as his family steps away from the organization.

Adding to the recent changes surrounding Colbert and the network, his daughter, Madeleine Carlisle, has reportedly stepped down from her position as an associate producer at “60 Minutes.” 

The Blast reported that her departure arrived amidst widespread internal disruption across the news division following a series of high-profile staff exits. 

The personnel turnover escalated following a newsroom shake-up in May, which saw the dismissals of correspondents Sharyn Alfonsi and Cecilia Vega, executive producer Tanya Simon, and executive editor Draggan Mihailovich. 

Rajel Nelson is switching things up, and sis clearly knows she looks good! The influencer stepped onto the timeline with a fresh look that had her giving off one very specific energy — confident, unbothered, and fully aware of the vibe she was serving.

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Rajel Nelson Steps Out Serving A Whole New Vibe

In a new clip shared to Instagram on Wednesday, Rajel showed off her latest look in a burgundy matching set paired with white-and-gray sneakers, fresh nails, and layered jewelry. She wore her dark hair straight with layers that curved at the ends, featuring blonde tips styled along the right side. Rajel also flashed a big smile and gave the camera a look that practically said, “I’m really her.”

Folks Are Clocking Everything In The Comments

Folks wasted no time running to Rajel’s Instagram comment section and running it up with reactions to her latest post. While some claimed they noticed she had taken off her engagement ring, others weren’t focused on the speculation at all, simply giving Rajel her props and saying she always slays.

One Instagram user @e_glomez commented, “Definition of fine sh*t 😍”

This Instagram user @jasariel said, “I know a ‘yeah n*gga watch out,’ hairstyle when I see one! 😍”

And, Instagram user @nylasmommy_2012 claimed, “Damn she took her ring off… Damn why he do our girl like that🥺”

Meanwhile, Instagram user @shelightskin added, “Does the body come with the hairstyle? I need both😭😭😭😭”

While Instagram user @the_epitome wrote, “Too fine 😍 baby I would have Boosie chest hurting”

Finally, Instagram user @mixedbarbiedolll said, “😍😍😍😍they could never make me hate youuu”

Rajel Nelson Speaks Without Saying Much Amid Drama

So, what exactly is going on with Rajel Nelson? After a weekend of speculation surrounding Boosie and a mystery woman, Rajel appears to be letting her actions speak for themselves — and her latest Instagram post has fans paying close attention.

As The Shade Room previously reported, footage surfaced over the weekend showing Boosie getting out of a black truck with a mystery woman, sparking questions about who she was and what was going on between them. The woman later identified herself as Icelyn and claimed Boosie had been texting her, while Boosie appeared to address the situation by alleging that she tried to “sell herself” to him.

Amid the chatter, Rajel returned to Instagram on Tuesday, September 15, sharing a carousel featuring herself, her and Boosie’s daughter Seven, and her sister Arrie. The photos appeared to have been taken during Rajel and Boosie’s outing at the LSU Tigers’ recent championship game, giving the post an interesting timing as speculation continued online

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Samuel Monroe Jr.’s cause of death at the age of 52 was revealed on Thursday, September 17. The ‘Menace II Society’ star died on Wednesday, August 26, after being hospitalized with meningitis.

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Samuel Monroe Jr.’s Cause Of Death Revealed

Samuel Monroe Jr.’s cause of death was reportedly respiratory failure and coccidioidal meningitis, according to TMZ. In addition, sepsis pneumonia was listed as a contributing factor on the death certificate.

The Shade Room reported that ‘The Players Club’ actor passed away after being hospitalized with meningitis. Monroe was hospitalized back in April, per TMZ. Furthermore, his case was so severe that Monroe reportedly was on life support.

The actor’s mother, Joyce Patton, asked people to pray for her son on Facebook. 

“Please pray for Samuel Monroe Jr. my son who is now on life support,” she wrote. “God don’t make no mistakes but he is gracious and I am humbly asking for his mercy and grace for Sam. I love you son. to the moon and back 100 times. .”

The ‘Menace II Society’ Star Died After Hospital Stay

Monroe briefly recovered and was even taken off a ventilator sometime around May, but he was back on life support days later. Monroe also received dialysis treatments. However, he died in August 2026 following a lengthy hospital stay. Patton confirmed her son’s passing with a post on Facebook.

“I want to thank all of my facebook family and friends new and old for praying for Samuel Monroe, Jr., my son,” she wrote. “But today God called him home. Please honor my final request to pray for the family especially his 3 children.”

Patton also shared a memory posted on Facebook by a fan.

“I enjoyed this testimony from a fan,” Patton wrote.

The fan went on to describe meeting Monroe outside of a grocery store back in 2015, noting that he was “kind” and “humble.”

“Hi Joyce, My name is Jeffrey, and first I wanted express my condolences on your loss. I didn’t know Samuel, but I knew his work, and wanted to share a story that made me a life long fan of his, and a testament of the man he was to his fans,” states the post. “It was a chance meeting, and I had the pleasure of meeting him in Rialto, CA. back in 2015, coming out of the Food 4 Less grocery store on Foothill Blvd (across from the Home Depot) with a friend of his. I stared, not knowing if it was truly him or not, and his friend saw me, laughing, knowing Samuel was caught. We must’ve talked for what seemed like a good 20 mins. Surprised of all places that was the place to run into him, he mentioned he was visiting family,” it continued. “He was kind, humble, and amazed that, me of all people knew him, and was even kind enough to let me drive back at lightning speed around the corner to get my DVDs he starred in. He signed everyone of them, happily. I only have one left, The Player’s Club, but never forgot that day.”

Monroe also starred in the films ‘Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood,’ ‘Tales from the Hood’ and ‘Set It Off.’

Fans React To Monroe’s Passing

In August, fans reacted to the news of his passing via TSR’s Instagram page. Several noted their shock about Monroe’s passing, while others expressed sadness.

User @itsswaavy wrote, “Man wht! Rip man ❤️🕊️”

@kdaviscomedy added, “Damnnn not junior 😢😭 i was praying that he recovered 💔🕊️. Condolences to his fam.”

@pjanderson_ replied, “What!!!!!!!! Wow not Junior 😭💔🕊️.”

User @kindall__d wrote, “He fought a long battle 😢.”

@naturallypaige_ added, “He was sick for a while 😢 May he rest in eternal peace.”

@ashbashtharapper._ wrote, “I just knew he was going to pull threw fr ❤️.”

User @tillytalie wrote, “Not my boy from Acorn!!! ‘Mannnn I thought you knew’.”

Singer and movie star Dolly Parton died days before Monroe, and several fans seemingly referenced the celebrity deaths in the comments.

User @uuuuuicy_ replied, “You know what, it’s just tooooooo much death going on rn! Back to back to back to back! This is scary.”

@tattoosby47 asked, “The grim reaper got a quota or something???????”

User @ cavel16 replied, “Just throw the whole month away at this point 😢😢😢.”

@lilcainetheartist wrote, “Legend.”

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Tom Cruise is breaking down his hangout with Taylor Swift at Travis Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs game.

The Digger actor, 64, stopped by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Thursday, September 17, and was quizzed about being photographed alongside Swift, 36, at the Chiefs’ game against the Denver Broncos on Monday, September 14.

Host Jimmy Fallon described it as the “biggest movie star in the world sitting next to the biggest artist in the world” and asked, “What do you talk about?”

“She was schooling me on football. She was bringing the football [knowledge],” Cruise responded.

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“First of all, she’s a genius,” Cruise gushed over the musician. “I’ve been following her since she was a kid. Everybody there, all their friends… they’re a beautiful couple and magical in their own right.”

“I haven’t been to a football game since pre-COVID … so to get to hang out there and have that moment, it was a lot,” he added.

Fallon noted that before Swift started dating Kelce, 36, in 2023, she didn’t know much about football. (She told Time magazine in December 2023, “Football is awesome, it turns out. I’ve been missing out my whole life.”)

Cruise said that has clearly changed over the course of her relationship with the Chiefs tight end: “Oh, she knows her stuff. She’s like, ‘This is like…’ I was like, ‘OK!’” he recalled. “She knew nothing about football when she met Travis. It was like her [saying], ‘What was it like playing against your brother, tackling each other?’ She said, ‘You know, he’s so patient.’ I said, ‘I’m sure he was!’ … She knows [football]. She’s just bringing it. She knows.”

Aside from football, Cruise said, “We talk about music and movies.”

“She’s funny. She’s got such a great sense of humor. A brilliant writer, also, by the way. A brilliant musician, director … very skilled,” he continued to praise the Grammy winner.

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Cruise was among the guests who attended Swift and Kelce’s July 3 wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City, which fellow actor Adam Sandler officiated.

In an interview with ESPN’s Chris Berman on Monday, Kelce described it as “the best night of my life.”

“Marrying Taylor, it was more than I could have ever dreamed it to be because of all the people that showed up and the amount of love that was in the air,” he said.

Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski have separated after nine years of marriage, but sources close to the actress say the split followed a gradual breakdown rather than one dramatic event.

The biggest strain was reportedly the imbalance created as the actress’s career accelerated while Sadoski spent more time at home raising their two children.

Insiders describe a relationship that slowly shifted from marriage to friendship as work and parenting responsibilities pulled Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski in separate directions.

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A source close to Seyfried told the Daily Mail that the actress and her husband had been apart for at least six months and characterized the end of their marriage as a “gradual decline.”

Despite the split, the duo is said to have “kept things very civil” and have “been geniuses about co-parenting” their kids: Nina, 9, and Thomas Jr., 5.

“They have not been on a red carpet much together since 2024,” the source noted. “She has preferred to go out alone, and she has also been heading out on girls’ trips with her female friends in recent months.”

“Fans should have gotten a heads up when she listed her Hollywood Hills home last month for $3.2 million,” they added.

Seyfried and Sadoski announced the end of their nine-year marriage in a statement shared with People Magazine.

“We have been separated for a while, and it’s proven to be the right move for us and our family unit,” the ex-couple said. “We’ve got each other forever—and it’s GOOD.”

The Actress’s ‘Insecurity’ About Her Career Reportedly Affected Their Marriage

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The most detailed explanation from the insider centers on Seyfried’s demanding career.

She spent the past several years taking on a heavy run of film and television work, including “The Dropout,” “Long Bright River,” “The Housemaid” and “The Testament of Ann Lee.”

“It got weird between them because she has been working a lot,” the source said, noting that she felt she needed to take as many projects as possible before turning 40 because she feared major roles “would dry up.”

“But she is so well liked in Hollywood that work just keeps coming for her, so I’m not sure why she was worried so much. She is so talented, she doesn’t need to worry about losing work,” the source continued.

They noted that while Seyfried is deeply dedicated to her work, “there is always that insecurity with her – like she is always trying to prove herself. There is a nervousness that is palpable.”

Amanda Seyfried’s Marriage ‘Dynamic Shifted’ As She Worked More And Thomas Sadoski ‘Worked Less’

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As Seyfried’s workload expanded, Sadoski reportedly increasingly handled their personal lives, with the Daily Mail’s source noting that he “was left at home with the kids, so he worked less and less. The dynamic shifted.”

The insider described Seyfried as the “worker bee” while Sadoski was left with their young children on the family’s farm in upstate New York. That imbalance was presented as a central reason the relationship changed.

The source also linked the strain to Seyfried’s ambition. “She wants to win an Oscar,” they noted, pointing to her Emmy and Golden Globe recognition and her desire to keep advancing professionally.

The actress was reportedly upset when “The Testament of Ann Lee” failed to bring the Oscar recognition she had expected.

“Amanda thought she was going to get an Oscar nomination for ‘The Testament of Ann Lee’ last year, but she didn’t, and when that failed, she was very upset,” the source claimed.

Thomas Sadoski ‘Gave Up A Lot’ To Be With The Actress

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Sadoski was not portrayed as unwilling to contribute at home, as the news outlet reports that he sacrificed significant parts of his professional life to support Seyfried and their family.

“He is a very good actor and respected in the theater world and in TV; he had a big career. He has a Tony. He really gave up a lot to be with Amanda,” the insider said. “He was isolated. It’s not the best feeling for a man.”

As Seyfried’s schedule grew busier, Sadoski became the more available parent, a role that reportedly left him isolated from the professional world he had built.

Seyfried had previously acknowledged that Sadoski made sacrifices for her. In a January 2026 Vogue interview, she said he “sacrifices a lot for me” while explaining that the opportunities coming her way were unusually significant.

Amanda Seyfried And Thomas Sadoski’s Romance Gradually Became A Friendship

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Seyfried and Sadoski’s split was not entirely blamed on either party. One insider described the situation as an imbalance that can develop when an actress tries to maintain a major career while raising young children.

“It’s very hard for actresses to have kids and balance family life with a big career, so people should empathize with her,” the source told the Daily Mail.

Seyfried and Sadoski met in 2015 while working on the Off-Broadway play “The Way We Get By,” reunited on “The Last Word” later that year, and began dating in 2016.

They married in March 2017 and welcomed Nina shortly afterward. Their son arrived in 2020.

The relationship that began due to their acting careers eventually became shaped by the same career pressures that pulled them apart.

According to the source, Seyfried was increasingly focused on work while Sadoski was increasingly focused on home.

“For the past year they have been more friends than lovers,” the source said. “They have drifted apart, but the friendship is still there. They will always be close because of the children.”

Social media users are raising eyebrows after Rod Wave’s girlfriend, Mini Barbie, shared a message that some believe was aimed at the mother of his children, Dee. Mini Barbie recently spoke about people using ChatGPT to edit their photos. Some social media users quickly connected the post to Dee after she recently used ChatGPT to edit a photo.

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Mini Barbie Shares A Message About ChatGPT

On Wednesday, Sept. 16, The Shade Room Teens reported on a post by Mini Barbie. She took to social media to warn about people using ChatGPT to edit their photos.

“Y’all need to stop using ChatGPT for pictures it be making y’all look like different people,” she wrote, adding several crying emojis.

While Mini Barbie didn’t name anyone in the post, some social media users immediately thought she was referring to Dee.

The speculation comes after Dee recently shared a photo that she edited using ChatGPT to remove a thigh tattoo. The post sparked an online conversation, with some users now wondering whether Mini Barbie’s message was directed at her.

Social Media Reacts

Social media users slid in TSR Teens’ comment section with their thoughts.

Instagram user @keepup_withstarr wrote, “Why she wanna beef with that girl so bad !! See this what I be talking about how you in a relationship who and still stalking the EX 😂😂😂”

Another Instagram user @butmamamonaaee wrote, “Nari keeping tabs bc she know Rod still want Dee. 😂😂😂😂 she really just a placeholder no shadeeeee”

While Instagram user @neshellej_ wrote, “omg they make everything abt Dee 😭 ppl using ChatGPT to edit themselves BEEN a thing, just happened Dee did the same thing. Y’all always tryna make 2&2 equal 4.

Instagram user @asyawasyaa wrote, “could’ve said anything but ChatGPT, she too specific 😂😂😂😊”

Another Instagram @bxllabrii wrote, “The only ones shading Dee are the fans because assuming that Mini Barbie was talking about her and only her is wild 😭”

While Instagram user @blackjoi_ wrote, “Dee gives a room tour of her & her bf room for thier weekend getaway. here come Rod & Nari posting their room. Dee post her supporting her man at the football game. here come Nari posting her and Rod at a NFL game a day after. Now Nari throwing shade because Dee asked someone to remove her tatt off her leg using ChatGPT. Dee keep applying pressure baby girl cause you got both of them stalking you.”

Instagram user @mama_cittaa580 wrote, “The fans is the problem cause Dee it’s not the only one use ChatGPT and AI”

Another Instagram user @darichauntie_ wrote, “Baby if you listen to the songs on the album he’s still singing about Dee 🤣”

While Instagram user @s.sneakyyy wrote, And soon as Dee say something y’all gone swear my girl being bigger 😒😂😂😂😂”

Dee Shares A Tweet Amid Speculation About Mini Barbie’s Post

Meanwhile, Dee who shares twin girls with Rod Wave, appeared to respond with a mesage of her own as fans try to connect the dots. On Thursday, Sept. 17, she took to social media and wrote, “U can not argue with ppl on the internet u just got to catch them and put paws on them 😂😂😂😂.”

While Dee didn’t mention Mini Barbie or Rod Wave by name, her post comes as social media continues to debate the meaning behind Mini Barbie’s ChatGPT message.

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There’s been a lot going on over in Blueface’s circus. From new ladies to family drama, something seems to be brewing on stream every day. Since Nevaeh Akira and Blueface ended their relationship, he’s been on the move with his trio, including Myja. Meanwhile, Nevaeh was back home with her son, Superior, and her and Blue’s newborn. While on live, she had a few words for Blueface’s mother, Karlissa Saffold Harvey, following some recent comments.

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Nevaeh Shuts Down Karlissa Saffold Harvey & Johnathan Jr. Comparisons While Sharing Her Stance On Them Meeting

While on stream, Nevaeh reacted to a comment that stated viewers could see a lot of Karlissa in Johnathan Jr. “You guys say y’all see a lot of Karlissa in him? Shut the f*** up. We don’t see your grandma in you,” Nevaeh said before correcting herself.

“I mean, we don’t see that lady in you. Her called you a bastard. Her said mean things about you. I don’t think I want you to meet her,” she continued while speaking to Johnathan Jr. “No, she don’t deserve to meet you, baby.” 

Karlissa Saffold Harvey Responds To Nevaeh & Addresses Her “Bastard” Comment

As the clip of Nevaeh made its way around, Karlissa decided to react on her Instagram Story. Responding to Nevaeh not wanting Johnathan Jr. around her, Karlissa shared a message directly addressing her grandson.

“Granny love you! Don’t listen to her I called your daddy and all the kids that’s made out of wedlock bastards. I’m sorry baby,” Karlissa wrote.

She added, “I never called him a bastard direct I said Johnathan’s bastards. She just want to find some to be mad about.” Karlissa also shared information about the word “bastard” appearing in older Bible translations. Her post referenced Deuteronomy 23:2 and Hebrews 12:8 from the King James Version.

She later hopped on live to further address the situation. Karlissa revealed that she had invited Nevaeh to a girls’ spa date with Rela, another woman who is reportedly expecting a child with Blueface. According to Karlissa, she reached out to Nevaeh, but Nevaeh declined because of her previous “bastard” comment.

“They all bastards,” Karlissa said before explaining why she still extended the invitation. “I let her know that I was over here because that’s the right thing to do. Don’t get your panties in a bunch. I’m always going to try to do the right thing regardless of how we moving. So I reached out to her so she can’t never tell my grandbaby that I was over here visiting my new grandbaby that’s on the way and I didn’t call to see him.”

Karlissa made it clear that she plans to continue showing up for her grandchildren, regardless of any issues between her and their mothers.

“She mad because that baby came out looking like me with his black a**,” Karlissa joked.

Social Media Reacts 

The reactions quickly poured in under The Shade Room Teens as social media users weighed in on Karlissa’s response to Nevaeh. Some agreed they wouldn’t let Karlissa see their child if they were Nevaeh, while others felt Karlissa didn’t say anything wrong.

Instagram user  @jennafowlkes wrote, “im on nevaeh side”

Instagram user @deslyndominique added, “she wouldn’t never seen mine idgaf! cus why said it at all”!

While Instagram user @dilayiaaa wrote, “I swear his momma just playing real house wives with them she love ts 😭😭😭🤣”

Instagram user @fav007alicia wrote, “Because his mom told the truth? Yikes…”

Instagram user @oneeye_patch added, “Well, he is one cause his mother is not married to the father…”

While Instagram user @_.3xclusiv3.ari wrote, “But why is this what she choose to say to her child? 😭 everybody needs grow up.The mama, daddy, grandmama and all”

Instagram user @love.le.le wrote, “that baby so freaking cute Imao!!!”

Instagram user @shinitacr wrote, “Neveah your baby looks just like Karlissa, @bluefasebabyy also looks like his mom, he just have some of his dad features”

While Instagram user @essence_of_life wrote, “So many grandbabies. By definition she’s right but everything does not have to be said. Just like she don’t need to be whispering it in a newborn babies ear Yall get on my nerves😭”

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Sophie Cunningham has entered the debate surrounding Sydney Sweeney’s controversial Novig campaign, and her take has sparked another heated discussion online. The WNBA star defended Sweeney after female athletes accused the actress’ nearly nude sports-themed advertisement of undermining the progress women have made in athletics. While Cunningham, 30, admitted that she found the campaign “weird,” she rejected the argument that it was intended to represent women’s sports. Her remarks quickly circulated on social media, where some fans applauded her for defending Sweeney’s right to make her own choices. Others argued that Cunningham had dismissed legitimate concerns raised by women athletes.

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Speaking on the “No Hesitation” podcast, Cunningham appeared confused by the level of anger directed at Sweeney, 29.

“Why are girls mad? That is literally what she does. Why is anyone mad?” Cunningham asked. “It is a gambling ad: men, sports, naked women. Of course, that’s going to draw attention.”

The Indiana Fever guard made it clear that she was not necessarily a fan of the campaign herself. However, she believed Sweeney was doing what people had come to expect from her.

“Do I agree with it? Morally, I think it’s kind of weird, but each to their own,” Cunningham continued. “Go do your thing, sis.”

She also praised Sweeney for remaining true to herself despite the criticism.

“She sticks to her guns, and she does her thing, and she’s her. Props to her,” Cunningham said. “Do I like that particular ad? Not really. It’s like, what are we doing? But again, I’m not surprised.”

Female Athletes Condemn Sydney Sweeney’s Campaign

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The advertisement showed Sweeney posing with sports equipment while promoting Novig, a sports prediction platform. Several female athletes, including Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus and sprinter Amy Hunt, criticized the campaign for relying on sexualized imagery associated with sports. They argued that female competitors have spent years fighting to be recognized for their talent rather than their appearance. The backlash was not limited to professional athletes. Glasgow Women’s Aid also described the campaign as harmful and accused it of using the sexualization of women to attract attention. Novig CEO Jacob Fortinsky maintained that the advertisement was not intended to portray women’s sports. Cunningham similarly argued that critics were connecting the campaign to female athletes when it was really designed to promote gambling.

“I can understand when you first see that ad that it could kind of deflate women because it’s like we’ve worked so hard to get a little bit of respect around here,” she said. “But when you really think about it, it’s like, screw it, let that girl do her thing. This has nothing to do with us.”

Fans Support Sophie Cunningham’s Defense

A clip of Cunningham’s comments circulated on X after BrickCenter declared that she had “WENT OFF” on Sweeney’s critics. Several users agreed with Cunningham’s distinction between sports gambling and women’s sports.

“Sydney was promoting SPORTS GAMBLING, not WOMEN’S SPORTS,” one fan wrote, describing some of the backlash as “disappointing” and “hypocritical.” Another supporter argued that people should “stop policing someone else’s choices,” while one commenter questioned why Sweeney’s popularity appeared to generate so much hostility. Others went further by suggesting that jealousy was driving the backlash. One user claimed that those criticizing Sweeney simply did not know “how to handle” the attention she receives.

Not Everyone Agreed With Sophie Cunningham

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Cunningham’s defense did not persuade everyone. One critic called the basketball player a “hypocrite” and accused her of standing for nothing. Another pushed back on the suggestion that people should not be angry, noting that viewers were allowed to form their own opinions about the campaign.

“Pretty sure people are allowed to think whatever they want,” the user wrote. “Love her, hate her, let people think the way they want for any reason they want.”

That response highlighted a weakness in the way Cunningham initially framed her argument. Telling Sweeney to “do her thing” supports personal choice, but the same freedom allows female athletes and viewers to criticize the message they believe the advertisement sends. The basketball star did acknowledge those concerns during the wider conversation. She simply disagreed that the campaign was aimed at women athletes or intended to represent them.

The Debate Remains Bigger Than Sydney Sweeney

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Some fans felt Cunningham had identified an important distinction. Sweeney was hired to attract attention to a gambling company, not to serve as the face of women’s sports. However, critics argued that the use of athletic equipment made sports part of the campaign’s visual language, regardless of Novig’s stated intention. For them, the issue was not whether Sweeney had the right to pose for the advertisement but whether another highly sexualized sports campaign reinforced stereotypes female athletes have spent years challenging. Cunningham ultimately stood by both Sweeney and the athletes who criticized her.

“At the end of the day, I’m really loving seeing all these girls who are powerful, strong, showing young girls what it looks like to be an athlete,” she said. “I don’t think the ad was coming for women in sport.”