Britney Spears is spending time with her eldest son, Preston, after her recent DUI arrest.

In photos shared via Instagram on Sunday, March 29, Spears was all smiles as she stood next to her 20-year-old son and tilted her head to the side. Preston gave a closed-mouth smile as he wrapped his arm around his mom’s shoulder.

Spears styled her long blonde hair down, wearing a pink cropped shirt and a pair of black shades, while Preston donned a white T-shirt. In another snap, Preston did not smile as Spears looked straight ahead.

She captioned the post, “🌹🗡️🌹⛳️.”

Related: Britney Spears Returns to Instagram With Son Jayden After DUI Arrest

Britney Spears is back on Instagram three weeks after her DUI arrest. Spears, 44, took to the social media site on Friday, March 27, with a video featuring her son Jayden, 19, whom she shares with ex-husband Kevin Federline. (The pair are also parents of son Sean Preston, 20.) The montage featured several clips of […]

Spears’ upload came after the singer was arrested earlier this month in Ventura County, California, “on suspicion of driving under the influence of a combination of alcohol and drugs,” per a press release from the California Highway Patrol.

The pop star was taken into custody late in the evening on March 4 and sent to a hospital to test her blood alcohol content, before being booked and released the following morning.

“This was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable,” Spears’ rep told Us Weekly at the time. “Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law, and hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney’s life. Hopefully, she can get the help and support she needs during this difficult time.”

The statement noted that Spears was receiving support from sons Preston and Jayden, 19, and her friends and family. (Spears shares her kids with ex Kevin Federline.)

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Britney Spears’ team is speaking out hours after the singer was arrested for driving under the influence. “This was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable,” Spears’ rep said in a statement to Us Weekly on Thursday, March 5. “Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law, and hopefully this […]

“Her boys are going to be spending time with her. Her loved ones are going to come up with an overdue, needed plan to set her up for success for well-being,” the message concluded.

Spears is scheduled to appear in court on May 4, per online court records. In the wake of her DUI arrest, Us understands that Spears has been sober and is attending AA meetings. Us reached out to Spears’ rep for comment at the time.

After deactivating her Instagram account following the arrest, Spears returned to social media on Friday, March 27, with a video with Jayden.

“Thank you guys for all your support … spending time with family and friends is such a blessing !!! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹. Stay kind !!!” Spears captioned the Friday, March 27, Instagram post, where she and Jayden posed in front of a mirror.

Nickelodeon fans — get ready to take a walk down memory lane.

Drake Bell is firmly in is nostalgia era and fans are loving every second of it. Fresh off a “Drake & Josh” mini reunion in Las Vegas, he kept the throwbacks coming with a surprise link up with another Nickelodeon star from the 90s on the show’s iconic set before it gets torn down.

Bell shared a few videos on social media that sent longtime viewers into a nostalgic frenzy. Between the unexpected reunions and the viral moments, it’s a full-circle vibe that’s hitting many right in their childhood memories.

Drake Bell Reunited With Josh Peck In Sin City Recently

About a week ago, Josh Peck, the other half of the infamous “Drake & Josh,” shared a photo on Instagram that instantly grabbed attention. Simply captioned, “Dads,” the photo is of Peck with Bell posing in the Poodle Room at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas. It didn’t take long for the likes to start popping up and nostalgia to fill the comment section.

The Fontainebleau wrote what we were all thinking, “The reunion we needed.” M Resort, also in Las Vegas, simply said, “Reuniteddd.”

One viewer said, “We can achieve world peace.” Another person added, “Yoo throwback to my childhood! Just missing Megan here.” And one other shared, “Hug me brothers.” One viewer let the nostalgia get the best of the situation saying, “Ages 12-15 these dudes carried my life.”

There were also requests to do another show together.

“PLEASE MAKE A NEW SHOW WHERE Y’ALL ARE THE DADS!” one person wrote. Another added, “If Hannah Montana can do it, our brothas can do it.” Another viewer said, “We don’t even need a whole show a 30-minute special would suffice in my heart.”

‘I Got Into Nick On Sunset’

Bell did an Instagram Live with another walk down memory lane for fans. And this Live happened just before he was heading to Vegas (where we now know he spent some time with Peck.)

“All the same. This is the same paint. This was all a big raised stage,” Bell said before he explained where he was at. “You’re not gonna believe this. I just got into Nick on Sunset. It’s completely shut down. They’re tearing this place down, and I got in, and here I am.”

He then panned over to where the “Drake & Josh” bedroom and living room sets were at while filming, as well as the green room and other well-known spots from the hit Nickelodeon show.

Bell then told a fun nostalgic story. You could hear it in his voice that he was really going back to relive some good times.

“You know that picture that I have of Josh and I have like a cigarette, and I ask someone for a cigarette. I thought it would be funny because it says, ‘No Smoking,’ so I was like ‘hey, give me a cigarette,’” he said. “And I just have like a cigarette in my hand, but yeah dude, the ‘No Smoking’ sign’s right there from the picture, dude.”

Drake Bell Said ‘It Feels Like Yesterday’

When reminded how many years ago it was, Bell said, “it feels like yesterday” and “it feels like we’re on hiatus and they’re gonna bring all the sets back and everything’s gonna be built, and we’re gonna start in September.”

Bell continued to walk around the set, sharing which part of the “Drake & Josh” rooms they are in. He got super excited when he realized he was in their old bedroom.

“This is where I climb up the ladder,” he reminisced. “The bed is like a little further back. Red couch is right here.”

He said “the hairs are raising off” as he showed his arm and said, “I can’t even talk.” His tour continued with him visibly going back to a time that has so many nostalgic memories for him.

Bell said that while he was in LA, he thought he would try to get inside Nick on Sunset and was surprised that he was able to. He shared stories about his time on that set and was clearly blown away with the memories that surfaced.

After walking through the building, he said, “I don’t want to leave.” He then instantly gasped when he stumbled into the casting office and sharing that “it’s the same.”

“This is where you would audition if you audition for ‘Drake & Josh,’” he shockingly said. “This is unreal.”

As he continued to search around his old stomping ground where his career really took off so many years ago, you could see just how this little tour was affecting him in his feels.

“I’m out of breath. This is unbelievable. This is all my childhood,” he said. “This is all my memories.”

His Instagram Live that can now be viewed on his IG page as a post, continued with more memories and more inside stories about Bell’s time on the show.

During the Live, he called his TV dad, Jonathan Goldstein, which brought even more nostalgia and memories for not only Bell but also for the fans watching.

Fans Had A Lot To Say About Drake Bell’s Walk Down Memory Lane

Bell’s Live captured tons of attention from fans who loved seeing him walk down the “Drake & Josh” memory lane and with so much enthusiasm and love.

“So cool. Love how excited you are,” one fan wrote. Another said, “How heartbreaking and beautiful for you. What a healing experience!!!! You’re the best.”

And there were many other comments that shared the same vibe.

“Thanks for saving the live and sharing the enthusiasm,” one viewer said. Another wrote, “Love how him and Jonathan actually have a father/son relationship.” One other shared, “FULL CIRCLE MOMENT.”

Cue One More Nostalgic Moment

As if that all wasn’t enough to send 90s Nickelodeon fans into a total frenzy, Bell shared a TikTok video to top it off.

“Wow I thought this place was torn down! This is where we shot it all! Nick On Sunset! We were walking by and never thought that it’d be so simple to get in but we found a way!” he captioned the video set to his hit song, “Found a Way.”

But that’s not all – there’s a special guest in the video with Bell that had everyone in their feels. The video was filmed on the old set at Nick on Sunset with another beloved Nick star.

“First: I will never not support Drake Bell. Second: IS THAT VICTORIA JUSTICE?” one fan wrote in the comments. Another said, “Drake and Victoria?!!” And one other wrote, “Blessed by the Nickelodeon legends.”

The same video was also shared on Bell’s IG page, where fans also had the same excitement for the duo reuniting.

“Drake and Victoria? I love everything about this,” one person wrote. Another said, “We want them to do a musical collaboration!!! Drake Bell ft. Victoria Justice.” One other viewer shared something many were likely thinking, “The crossover we didn’t know we needed. This heals me.”

Arnold Schwarzenegger‘s son Joseph Baena emerged victorious in several categories for his bodybuilding debut.

Although Joseph primarily grew up with his housekeeper mother, Mildred Baena, he’s the only child who has mostly taken after his famous father, who also won several bodybuilding competitions back in the day.

Arnold Schwarzenegger has also returned to the gym, as reports suggest he’ll be appearing on the third installment of “Conan the Barbarian.”

Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Son Follows In His Footsteps With Major Win

Schwarzenegger’s love child, Baena, followed in his father’s footsteps as he made his competitive bodybuilding debut at the NPC Natural Colorado State competition and won in several categories.

The event, which was held on Saturday at Pinnacle Performing Arts Center in Denver, Colorado, saw Joseph emerge victorious in the Men’s Open Bodybuilding Heavy Weight Class, Men’s Classic Physique True Novice, and Men’s Classic Physique Novice. He cemented his dominant display by clinching the silver medal in the Men’s Classic Physique Open Class C.

Joseph’s success comes just days after he and his father were seen in the gym perfecting one of the “Commando” star’s signature moves.

In photos obtained by the news outlet, a shirtless Joseph can be seen flexing his muscles as Schwarzenegger attempted to help him perfect his posture.

Joseph Baena Talked About How Supportive Arnold Schwarzenegger Has Been

Earlier this month, Joseph revealed that he packed on 18lbs of muscle in just eight weeks.

According to reports, athletes who enroll for the competition not only undergo drug tests, but also take a 30-minute polygraph to ensure they haven’t taken any performance enhancers.

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In his heydays, his father, Schwarzenegger, was much the same, winning seven Mr. Olympia titles before transforming into one of Hollywood’s top action stars, and eventually politics.

Joseph previously spoke about how the former California governor has been supportive of his career and what it means to him.

“He’s an amazing father. He’s a great person to look up to, and he’s the smartest man I know,” the half-Guatemalan athlete told ET in 2023. “It’s been a great journey, and he’s always been so supportive of whatever I do. So, I’m just really grateful to have a dad like him.”

Back in 2011, Schwarzenegger confessed that he secretly fathered Joseph after a “one-night stand” with his former housekeeper, Mildred Baena.

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The revelation brought about the end of his 25-year marriage to Maria Shriver, and their divorce was finalized in 2021.

The former couple shares four children: Katherine, Christina, Patrick, and Christopher.

Joseph Baena Doesn’t Ask His Famous Dad For ‘Favours’

Joseph seems bent on making his father proud, but doing it in his own way, as he doesn’t want handouts.

He and the veteran actor first bonded over their love for fitness, and the action star gifted him a copy of “The Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding,” which he co-authored in 1985.

“My dad is old-school; he doesn’t believe in handouts. He believes hard work pays off, and so do I,” he told Men’s Health in 2022.

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Joseph continued, “I love the word honour, and I’m very prideful in the sense that if I use my dad’s contacts or ask him for favours, I wonder what honour is that gonna bring me?”

Arnold Schwarzenegger To Reprise Role In Third Installment Of ‘Conan The Barbarian’

Meanwhile, Schwarzenegger would be reprising his decade-long role as Conan in a third installment of “Conan the Barbarian.”

The 78-year-old actor has reportedly returned to the gym in order to prepare for the role, many years after he did justice to the first part.

He announced earlier this month at the Arnold sports festival in Columbus, Ohio, that director Christopher McQuarrie, best known for his work on the “Mission: Impossible” franchise, would be in charge of bringing Conan to life.

“It’s a great story,” he said, explaining that after sitting on the throne for 40 years, “Conan gets complacent, and now he gets forced out of the kingdom, slowly. Then there’s conflict, of course, and then he somehow comes back, and then there’s all kinds of madness and violence and magic and creatures.”

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“Now, of course, you have all the special effects, and the studio system has plenty of money to make those movies really big,” he added, per The Guardian.

Arnold Schwarzenegger Has Been ‘Pushing Himself To The Limits’ For His Upcoming Role

A source told the National Enquirer that Schwarzenegger has been “pushing himself to the limits” to be ready for the role, as it depends on him “really looking like a legendary barbarian-slash-king.”

“Gold’s Gym just sold almost all of their L.A. locations, but they held the original gym in Venice, where Arnold still works out to this day,” the source said.

They added, “That’s where he’s going to forge the body to take on this role again, come hell or high water! Failure is not an option.”

Schwarzenegger made one of such returns to acting in 2019 for “Terminator: Dark Fate,” although it didn’t perform well. He has other works in the pipeline like “Kung Fury 2,” alongside Michael Fassbender, and “The Man With the Bag.”

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Pro golfer Gary Woodland and his wife, Gabby, have been together for at least 15 years — married for 10 — and have rarely left each other’s sides.

The couple share three kids together, Jaxson, Maddox and Lennox.

Gary and Gabby have had their fair share of ups and downs throughout the years — from the highs of Gary’s golf triumphs, to the lows of his struggles with recovering from his 2023 brain surgery — but they have stuck together through it all and seem to be stronger than ever.

On March 29, 2026, Gary won the Texas Children’s Houston Open, his first PGA Tour win since the surgery and his fifth career PGA win.

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Former U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland candidly discussed the journey he’s faced since undergoing brain surgery in 2023. “I’m still struggling,” a visibly emotional Woodland, 41, told Golf Channel’s Rex Hoggard in an interview on Monday, March 9.  During Woodland’s surgery, doctors were able to remove the part of his brain that was causing him […]

After the victory, the emotional golfer shared a hug with Gabby on the 18th green.

Keep scrolling to read more about Gary Woodland and Gabby Woodland’s relationship:

2011

While it’s unclear when the two officially met, the couple was first linked in 2011 when they were seen together while Gary was competing in the World Cup, which he went on to win.

2016

The couple married in 2016 in Turks and Caicos, as Gary continued to establish himself as one of the world’s best golfers. At that point in their relationship, Gary had already won two PGA Tour tournaments, the Transitions Championship in 2011 and the Reno-Taho Open in 2013.

2017

A year after tying the knot, Gary and Gabby announced that they were expecting twins. Tragically, they lost one of the babies after complications with the pregnancy. The second, Jaxson, was born prematurely but healthy.

Months later, Gary was inducted into the Topeka Hall of Fame, where he took the opportunity to pay tribute to Gabby.

“I do want to thank a couple special people in my life and have really helped me get to where I’m at today, and that starts with my wife who is my rock,” Gary said. “She’s taught me more over the last 14 weeks about family and strength and fighting, dealing with the pregnancy we’ve been dealing with. I can’t thank her enough; I love her to death.”

2019

The couple welcomed identical twin girls, Maddox and Lennox, two years after their first child.

2023

In August 2023, Gary announced that he had been diagnosed with a brain tumor and underwent major surgery in September.

Gabby has previously said that navigating the couple’s various challenges has strengthened their relationship.

“The love that we have for each other now is one hundred times what it was a year ago,” Gabby said in season three of the Netflix documentary, Full Swing. “A thousand times what it was when we got married.”

2024

Gary returned to the golf course for the first time since his surgery at the 2024 Masters tournament. Gabby, of course, was right by his side.

He shared a photo of him with his family at Augusta National.

“Always a special day with the family,” he captioned the post.

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Stacy Revere/Getty Images Gary Woodland is in the process of recovering after having surgery to remove a brain tumor. “After a long surgery, the majority of the tumor has been removed and he is currently resting,” read a statement shared via Woodland’s Instagram page on Monday, September 18. “At this time, the family requests space […]

2026

In March, Gary opened up about his ongoing struggles with post traumatic stress disorder, stemming from his brain surgery.

“I can’t waste energy anymore hiding this, and I’m blessed with a lot of support out here on the Tour,” Woodland said in a March 2026 interview. “Everyone’s just been amazing. Every week I come out and everyone’s so excited and happy that I’m back. I hear that every week — it’s so nice to see you past this, it’s so nice to see you 100 percent — and I appreciate that love and support. But inside, I feel like I’m dying, and I feel like I’m living a lie.”

Later in the month, Gary won the Texas Children’s Houston Open, his first PGA Tour win since the surgery and his fifth career PGA win.

After the victory, an emotional Gary shared a hug with Gabby on the 18th green.

There are many thrilling fantasy series available to stream these days, but Prime Video’s The Wheel of Time is undeniably among the best. The three-season epic is based on Robert Jordan‘s lengthy book series of the same name, which provides all the action fantasy fans could ask for. First premiering in 2021, The Wheel of Time was one of the many shows aiming to take Game of Thrones‘ place after the HBO series ended, but it doesn’t try to replicate what came before, carving its own path with a sprawling fantasy world full of magic and unique lore.

The Wheel of Time features an ever-growing ensemble cast, beginning with a group of five small-town friends whom the enigmatic Aes Sedai Moiraine (Rosamund Pike) whisks away after realizing they have important roles to play in the coming conflict against the Dark One. This concept provides a high-stakes story full of unexpected twists. Although the series should have continued much longer, its three seasons have a lot to offer. With an expansive world, a unique story, and lovable characters, The Wheel of Time ranks among the best fantasy series around, despite not reaching the level of popularity others have.

‘The Wheel of Time’ Boasts an Expansive Fantasy World for Its Unique Story

The Wheel of Time quickly introduces a massive world, with deep lore and an impressive range of cultures that enrich the narrative. The overarching plotline features the characters getting wrapped up in a centuries-old battle between good and evil, as Rand (Josha Stradowski), Egwene (Madeleine Madden), Matt (Barney Harris and Dónal Finn), Nynaeve (Zoë Robins), and Perrin (Marcus Rutherford) each become central figures in the fight against rising darkness. With the Dark One’s followers, the Forsaken, chasing the heroes as they travel the world, no one is ever safe.

These lethal stakes add heightened drama to the story, which the series takes advantage of, introducing several elaborate cultures ranging from the Aiel to the Seanchan. These societies have their own priorities, fashions, histories, and approach to magic, which makes each new culture a compelling addition to the series, but also highlights just how difficult a task it is for Rand and his friends to unite the world in their war against the Dark One.

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‘The Wheel of Time’s Characters Make the Fantasy Show a Must-Watch

While its thrilling story is reason alone to binge the series, The Wheel of Time wouldn’t be nearly as successful without its lovable characters and talented cast. Each lead has a distinct trait — Rand is protective; Matt, humorous; Nynaeve, stubborn; Perrin, quietly strong; and Egwene, ambitious — making the characters relatable while occasionally creating conflict. Though the cast grows quickly, the core characters remain the center of the story, becoming the heart of the series as they navigate their destinies alongside increasing political scheming. This allows the audience to become attached to each character, elevating the emotional investment as each of them embarks on dangerous missions.

Although it only ran for three seasons, Prime Video’s The Wheel of Time allowed its characters to grow into the leaders that the world needs through costly trials and heartbreaking losses. Throughout the series, the actors earn tremendous moments to display their characters’ evolution, such as Egwene’s Season 2 arc, where she truly comes into her power, or Perrin’s acceptance of his role as a leader in Season 3. With so many elements to the characters’ various journeys all playing into an epic conflict, Prime Video’s adaptation manages to balance both individual stories and world-shifting stakes. The Wheel of Time may have taken some time to reach its peak, but the three-season series delivers everything that fantasy fans could ask for.

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2021 – 2025-00-00

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Prime Video

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Rafe Judkins

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Sanaa Hamri, Ciaran Donnelly, Salli Richardson-Whitfield, Thomas Napper, Maja Vrvilo, Wayne Che Yip

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Amanda Kate Shuman, Dave Hill, Rohit Kumar, Justine Juel Gillmer, Celine Song, Rammy Park, The Clarksons Twins, Katherine B. McKenna

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Pop star Britney Spears is back on Instagram a few short weeks after her DUI arrest in early March. The “Oops!… I Did It Again” singer was pulled over after she was suspected of driving under the influence. Although her hearing is not until May, plenty of fans are hoping that she will get the help that she needs before then. She seems to have the support of her family; however, her sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James, have been spending time with her since her arrest.

Britney Spears Spends Time With Her Two Sons On A Yacht

Britney deactivated her Instagram account shortly before her arrest, but she returned to share a few photos and videos with her sons on March 27. In one video that looks like it was taken in the living room of her Thousand Oaks home, Britney can be seen posing with her son as they film selfie videos in various mirrors.

In the caption, Britney made sure to thank her followers for their support. “Thank you guys for all your support… spending time with family and friends is such a blessing !! Stay kind !!!” she wrote alongside a string of five rose emojis to represent her favorite flower.

She posted another follow-up video on Instagram with similar video clips spliced together to make a longer video. This one was captioned, “Stay kind,” with a single red rose emoji.

On March 29, two days later, she shared two photos that featured her posing for a still photo with her son. She can be seen wearing white shorts and a frilly pink crop top, along with dark sunglasses. She didn’t write anything in the caption of this post, but she did add four emojis.

Britney Reminds Her Fans That It’s Been ‘Five Years’

She followed that up with a video of her posing with both of her sons. They can clearly be seen on a yacht together before Britney starts dancing for the camera. “Get them with that look u know,” she wrote. “I know I gotta stay cool.” She finished off her caption with a long string of different emoji faces.

Hours later, she posted a third video that featured her wearing a white bikini top and neon green bottoms. It seems that she was in a bit of a “Titanic” mood, as she captioned the post, “I’m flying, I’m flying, Jack.”

She then added, “I better stay present whenever I can. I should disappear for how slow they went on that boat … I can still dream folks !!! PS… it’s been five years, JUST SAYING!” Five years might be a reference to her controversial 13-year conservatorship, which began in February 2008 and ended in November 2021, after it was struck down by a judge.

Britney Spears’ Former Lawyer Speaks Out On Her DUI Arrest

Mathew Rosengart became Britney’s lawyer following the resignation of her court-appointed attorney, Samuel D. Ingham III. In 2021, the former federal prosecutor was able to get her estranged father, Jamie Spears, removed as her conservator only two months before it was terminated entirely.

In addition to ending her 13-year conservatorship, he also helped her publish her 2023 memoir, “The Woman In Me,” and secure other lucrative deals at a time when Britney was struggling to take control over her own finances. The two parted ways professionally in 2024, after Britney and Jamie settled their court case and officially ended the conservatorship battle once and for all.

Mathew Rosengart Praises Britney As An ‘Icon’

Although many have expressed concern for the “Lucky” singer’s health following her DUI arrest in early March, Rosengart seemed sure that Britney would take the “right steps” going forward in a brief statement that he made to Us Weekly approximately two weeks after her arrest.

“It was my great honor to work with and protect Britney as her litigator, and I will always be proud of her and the work we did together, ranging from helping, at her request and direction, to restore her freedom, civil rights and civil liberties after a 13-year conservatorship that stripped her of those rights, to many other matters,” he said.

“Britney is and always will be an icon,” he continued. “While I do not have the facts concerning March 4, with freedom comes responsibility, and I was pleased to see that Britney will take the right steps and comply with the law. I’ll always care greatly about her and help and support her in any way I can.”

Britney Spears Felt Like A ‘Child-Robot’ During Her Conservatorship

In an excerpt from “The Woman In Me” shared with PEOPLE magazine ahead of the book’s publication, Britney recalled becoming a “child-robot” during her conservatorship.

“I became a robot. But not just a robot — a sort of child-robot. I had been so infantilized that I was losing pieces of what made me feel like myself,” she wrote. “The conservatorship stripped me of my womanhood, made me into a child. I became more of an entity than a person onstage. I had always felt music in my bones and my blood; they stole that from me.”

“The woman in me was pushed down for a long time. They wanted me to be wild onstage, the way they told me to be, and to be a robot the rest of the time. I felt like I was being deprived of those good secrets of life — those fundamental supposed sins of indulgence and adventure that make us human,” she continued. “They wanted to take away that specialness and keep everything as rote as possible. It was death to my creativity as an artist.”

Howie Mandel is rethinking his response to Kelly Ripa after an awkward moment during his “Live With Kelly & Mark” appearance.

While he initially defended his reaction as a joke, the comedian has now apologized, admitting it didn’t land as intended.

The exchange between Kelly Ripa and Howie Mandel, which began as a compliment about his appearance, has since sparked wider conversation, from expert insights on age-related remarks to reports of behind-the-scenes tension.

Howie Mandel Says His Viral Response To Kelly Ripa’s Compliment On His Age Was A ‘Joke’

Mandel is doing a 180 after the sharp response he made to Ripa about his appearance during a recent TV interview.

In an Instagram video shared on March 28, the 70-year-old comedian admitted he had been going back and forth about whether to address the moment publicly.

While he explained that he generally doesn’t believe comedians should apologize for jokes, he acknowledged that sometimes humor doesn’t land as intended.

“It is a joke, it is meant as a joke, and it’s not meant to offend,” he said. “You can not like it and, in all my years in the business, I haven’t ever publicly apologized for [a joke].”

The moment in question happened during his appearance on “Live With Kelly and Mark” on March 23. Ripa, alongside her husband Mark Consuelos, praised Mandel’s youthful look, saying it “doesn’t make any sense” that he was 70.

Mandel, however, didn’t take the compliment well at the time, pushing back and suggesting, “It’s like saying you’re smart for a stupid person.”

The Comedian Apologizes To Kelly Ripa As Experts Weigh In On ‘Good For Your Age’ Comments

Although the conversation quickly moved on during the show, Mandel later reflected on his reaction.

In his video, he apologized to Ripa, acknowledging her incredible support over the years and admitting he had not viewed the situation clearly at the moment.

Mandel explained that his goal is always to entertain, but recognized that jokes don’t always land the way they’re intended. He went on to say Ripa was right and expressed regret for his reaction.

“This is hard for me, but this is for Kelly Ripa, who in the past has been incredibly supportive,” Mandel stated in his Instagram video. “Not only have I been a guest on her show, but I have cohosted with her, and I have known her for years.”

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“Not only do I want to say, ‘I’m sorry,’ to Kelly, but … you’re right. You’re absolutely right, and I’m sorry I didn’t see it that way,” Mandel added about his reaction to the actress’s compliment.

Kelly Ripa Reportedly Unsettled After On-Air Clash With Howie Mandel

For her part, Ripa reportedly remains unsettled by the on-air exchange. According to an insider speaking to Rob Shuter’s “Naughty But Nice” Substack, Mandel crossed a line, disrupting the tone of her show.

“He disrespected her in her house. That’s her show, her audience, her tone — and he bulldozed right through it,” the source said.

While some have described the moment as harmless banter, others insist the interview with Mandel ruined the vibe of the TV personality’s show.

“Kelly runs a tight, polished ship,” another insider said about Ripa. “She expects guests to play along, keep it light, and protect the vibe. That interview did the opposite.”

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The Comedian Might Not Be Invited Back To ‘Live’

Mandel’s reaction to Ripa’s age compliment during her show may also have consequences, as insiders suggest he won’t be asked back.

However, the actress will reportedly take a subtle approach and won’t issue an outright ban to the comedian.

“She’ll never say ‘you’re banned,’” an insider noted. “But suddenly bookings get tricky, schedules don’t align, and invites… vanish.”

“Howie won’t be asked back,” another source said. “Not after making her uncomfortable on her own set.”

Online Reactions Split As Viral Clip Of Kelly Ripa And Howie Mandel Sparks Debate

Clips of the awkward exchange between Ripa and Mandel quickly went viral, sparking reactions from viewers online.

Some netizens argued Mandel was simply insecure about his age and overreacted to a polite compliment.

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One user wrote, “He’s insecure about his age, that’s the bottom line. Ripa was just being polite.”

Another added, “What a pompous jerk. A compliment from @KellyRipa is pretty good,” while a third noted, “He does look great for 70, I don’t know why he couldn’t take the compliment.”

Others defended Mandel, saying he wasn’t truly offended and was playing up his comedic style.

One fan remarked, “He wasn’t really offended. This is his style of comedy. I watch his podcast with his daughter, Howie Mandel Does Stuff; they’re just instigators. He’s incredibly sharp for his age. It’s a great show.”

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Olivia Munn is sharing the darkest parts of her cancer journey, revealing how her husband John Mulaney helped her face the “possibility of death.”

“There’s no better person in the world to me than my husband,” Munn, 45, said during a Sunday, March 29, appearance on CBS News Sunday Morning. “He is — I mean, you’ve met him. He wanted to come to every single doctor’s appointment.”

The Newsroom star explained that when she was “faced with the possibility of death and not being here,” her husband would lighten the load — both physically and emotionally. (The pair, who said “I do” in July 2024, share two kids, Malcolm and Méi.)

“He’s got his notebook that he writes all of his ideas for jokes and anything that comes to him through the day,” she said. “You know, having the humor to go through it and having someone who is so funny, it really — it just lightens everything.”

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In March 2024, Mulaney revealed she had been diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer.

“In February of 2023, in an effort to be proactive about my health, I took a genetic test that checks you for 90 different cancer genes,” Munn wrote via Instagram at the time. “I tested negative for all, including BRCA (the most well-known cancer gene). My sister Sara [Potts] had just tested negative as well. We called each other and high-fived over the phone. That same winter I also had a normal mammogram.”

Two months after the negative results, Munn tested positive for cancer and subsequently underwent treatment.

“Surprisingly, I’ve only cried twice,” she added. “I guess I haven’t felt like there was time to cry. My focus narrows and I tabled any emotions that I felt would interfere with my ability to stay clearheaded.”

Munn’s treatment included numerous operations, including a double mastectomy, lymph node dissection, reconstructive surgery, a nipple delay procedure, an oophorectomy and a partial hysterectomy.

While she once considered quitting acting, in addition to the support of her husband Munn says getting back in front of the camera actually aided in her recovery.

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John Mulaney and his wife, Olivia Munn, both faced a startling new normal when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. “There’s this lifetime risk assessment test that is really the only reason her cancer was discovered,” Mulaney, 42, said on the Sunday, March 9, broadcast of CBS Sunday Morning. “Seeing so many women publicly and […]

“I was really nervous about doing any sex scenes because I have a lot of scars,” Munn told The Los Angeles Times in an April 2025 interview of her Your Friends & Neighbors character, Sam. “Scars that can be seen in clothing and scared that you wouldn’t know unless I was completely nude.”

With the help of an intimacy coordinator, Munn was able to get through the scenes with her costar, Jon Hamm.

“I did feel insecure, but each time I did it, I felt better,” she explained at the time. “I’m so grateful for my body because it got me through this.”

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Olivia Munn is reflecting on life after being diagnosed with breast cancer, and the actress is using her experience to raise awareness. She recently shared more details about her journey, revealing there were no warning signs before she was diagnosed. Now, she hopes her story will encourage others to get early screenings to potentially save their lives.

Olivia Munn Is Grateful To Be Alive

In an interview with Tracy Smith for CBS Sunday Morning, Munn released on March 29, the actress shared an update on her health and opened up about her breast cancer battle. Munn said she is doing “good” three years after being diagnosed.

The “X-Men: Apocalypse” actress said she feels grateful and “lucky” to be alive. “I don’t look at it like cancer has taken these things from me or it’s unfair that I have to look over my shoulder for the rest of my life,” she explained. Munn said she takes medication that can leave her feeling exhausted, but she embraces the feeling.

“I know I’m lucky to be here and I am so lucky that I’m in this chaos and I haven’t slept in a few days and I’m exhausted. It’s a true privilege to just be alive in the world,” she noted.

The Actress Had No Symptoms Before Getting The Diagnosis

On a routine mammogram and ultrasound in 2023, Munn’s results came back negative for abnormalities. However, her doctor urged her to take the Tyrer-Cuzick risk assessment test, a free online tool that evaluates a person’s risk of developing breast cancer based on variables, including family history, breast density, and genetic markers.

A score of 20% or higher is considered high risk, and Munn scored a 37.3%. Despite having no symptoms and getting a clean bill of health, she was told to get an MRI and a biopsy. The results showed she had Luminal B cancer, an aggressive form of breast cancer that was found in both of her breasts.

“I decided to get a double mastectomy, and I also got an oophorectomy and a partial hysterectomy,” she told Smith, noting that after the procedures, her Tyrer-Cuzick test is now at 0%.

Olivia Munn Wanted To Keep Her Diagnosis Private At First

In an interview with Los Angeles Magazine published in early March, the actress revealed that she wanted to deal with her diagnosis privately at first, only telling her husband, comedian John Mulaney. Days later, however, she realized that Mulaney needed help in supporting her through the cancer battle. “I couldn’t get the words out when I was saying it to my siblings and my mom, so he did that for me as well,” Munn said.

The actress shared her diagnosis publicly in March 2024, telling the world that she underwent several surgeries. She wrote, “I needed to catch my breath and get through some of the hardest parts before sharing,” adding that she hopes sharing her story will “inspire and support” others who are going through the same experience.

How John Mulaney Helped Her Get Through Tough Times

Munn gushed about Mulaney, telling Smith, “There’s no better person in the world to me than my husband,” adding that he was proactive during the whole process and wanted to be present during all her appointments with her doctors.

“He’s got his notebook that he writes all of his ideas for jokes and anything that comes to him through the day. You turn halfway through it and there’s all these notes about cancer and hormone therapy and everything that you could imagine that I need to know,” she shared.

Munn said that having a partner with a sense of humor “lightens everything.”

Olivia Munn’s Mission For Breast Cancer Awareness

Since publicly sharing her journey, she’s worked on raising awareness for breast cancer. After sharing the assessment test she took, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) noted a 4,000% increase in visitors to the tool’s website.

In 2024, TIME named Munn as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Health. “I wanted to help as many people as possible prevent their cancer from going to the next level,” she said. The following year, the publication also included Munn in its list of Women of the Year.

Currently, the actress is working with Senator Mark Kelly to advocate for making the Tyrer-Cuzick breast cancer risk assessment test part of standard medical care.