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Everything Team USA’s Men and Women’s Hockey Teams Said About Trump Drama
President Donald Trump’s joke at the expense of Team USA’s women’s hockey team has divided the sports world following the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.
The controversy started after Team USA’s men and women’s hockey squads both won gold at the Milan and Cortina games. On February 22, 2026, President Trump called the men’s team in their locker room as they celebrated their overtime victory against Team Canada in the gold medal game. (Trump’s FBI director, Kash Patel, was partying with the men’s team in their locker room during the call.)
After inviting the men’s hockey team to his State of the Union address in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, February 24, Trump quipped: “We have medals for you guys. I must tell you, we‘re going to have to bring the women’s team. [If I don’t invite them,] I do believe I probably would be impeached.”
Several members of the men’s team could be heard laughing at Trump’s joke. USA Hockey subsequently announced that the women’s team would not make a White House visit or attend the State of the Union speech “due to the timing and previously scheduled academic and professional commitments.”
Dave Portnoy is weighing in on the controversy surrounding President Donald Trump’s alleged “joke” about the USA women’s hockey team after both the men and women took home 2026 Winter Olympics gold against the Canadians. “People are mad, they’re going nuts. ‘How could the [USA men’s] hockey team laugh, why are they talking to the […]
Keep scrolling for more about what both the men and women’s hockey teams have said about the controversy.
Jack Hughes Gives a Patriotic Speech After Men’s Gold Medal Win
Team USA center Jack Hughes scored the gold medal-winning goal in the men’s hockey finals against Team Canada on February 22, 2026 — a feat made all the more impressive since he’d lost multiple teeth after being cracked with a high stick by Canada’s Sam Bennett in the third period.
In a postgame interview, Hughes told NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen that his team’s Olympics success made him feel “proud to be an American.”
“This is all about our country right now,” Hughes said following Team USA’s win. “I love the USA. I love my teammates. It’s unbelievable. The USA hockey brotherhood is so strong. We had so much support from ex-players. I’m so proud to be an American today.”
In the locker room, the men’s team spoke with President Donald Trump. The president joked that he was ”going to have to bring the women’s team,” along with the men, for a White House visit or else he “probably would be impeached.”
Team USA Women’s Hockey Players Decline to Attend State of the Union Speech
In light of President Donald Trump’s joke, USA Hockey confirmed on February 23 that the women’s team would skip a White House visit and declined an offer to attend the State of the Union speech in Washington D.C.
“We are sincerely grateful for the invitation extended to our gold medal–winning U.S. Women’s Hockey Team and deeply appreciate the recognition of their extraordinary achievement,” USA Hockey told NBC News. “They were honored to be included and are grateful for the acknowledgment.”
The Associated Press reported that the quick turnaround of Trump’s invitation for the team to travel to Washington D.C. would have caused logistical problems for the women.
Jack Hughes Tries to Downplay Women’s Team Skipping White House Visit
Team USA’s Jack Hughes seemingly tried to downplay the political implications of the female players turning down President Donald Trump’s offer to visit the White House and attend his State of the Union Speech.
“They’ve got busy schedules too,” Hughes told the Daily Mail on February 23, 2026. “Everyone is giving us backlash for all the social media stuff today.”
Hughes suggested that critics were putting a damper on both the men and women’s hockey teams’ success at Milan and Cortina.
“People are so negative out there and they are just trying to find a reason to put people down and make something out of almost nothing,” Hughes complained. “People are so negative about things. I think everyone in that locker room knows how much we support [the women’s team], how proud we are of them and we know the same way we feel about them, they feel about us.”
Jack Hughes’ Mother Weighs In on Controversy Over Donald Trump’s Remarks
On February 24, Ellen Hughes — the mother of Team USA men’s standouts Jack and Quinn Hughes and a consultant for USA Hockey — defended her sons’ decision to party with FBI director Kash Patel and meet with President Donald Trump at the White House.
“I think at the end of the day, it’s just about the country and the moment that these players, both the men and women, can bring so much unity to a group and to a country,” Ellen told Today. “People that cheered on that don’t watch hockey, people that have politics on one side or on the other side. And that’s all both the men’s team and the women’s team care about.”
Quinn Hughes and Jack Hughes of Team United States. Bruce Bennett/Getty Images
Ellen argued that her sons and their teammates’ decision to visit the White House and attend the State of the Union speech was not inherently political.
“If you could see what we see from the inside and the men and women sharing, you know, dorm rooms and halls and flex floors and the camaraderie and the synergy, and the way the women cheered on the men and the way the men cheered on the women,” she insisted. “That’s what it’s all about.”
Ellen went on, “The other things, they cannot control. They care about humanity. They care about unity and they care about the country. I hope everybody just understands what we did in the moment, both the men and women to bring this country together and let everybody cheer in the same direction.”
Quinn and Jack Hughes Express Excitement Over Visiting the White House
During a Good Morning America interview on February 24, 2026, Quinn Hughes said he was “excited” to visit the White House and suggested the trip would be “special” for the men’s team.
“There’s a lot going on on social media right now surrounding our team and [the women’s team],” Quinn added later in the segment. “In the last couple summers, we did a lot of training with them and got to know [them] really well.”
Five Players from Team USA Men’s Hockey Skip a White House Meeting With Donald Trump
Ahead of the controversial White House meeting, it was reported that five players from Team USA men’s hockey — Winnipeg Jets forward Kyle Connor, Dallas Stars goalie Jake Oettinger, Colorado Avalanche forward Brock Nelson, Anaheim Ducks defenseman Jackson LaCombe and Tampa Bay Lightning forward Jake Guentzel — were skipping the Washington D.C. visit in order to return to their NHL teams.
Connor spoke to reporters about his choice to miss the State of the Union, insisting that he was “just getting ready to play on Wednesday” with the Jets against the Vancouver Canucks.
“We have a big second half [of the season] so I just wanted to make sure I was ready,” he said.
Donald Trump Shouts Out Both the Men and Women’s Hockey Teams in His State of the Union Speech
Donald Trump brought out the Team USA men’s hockey team during his State of the Union speech in Washington D.C. on February 24, 2026, to say that they’d made “the entire nation proud.”
Trump briefly acknowledged that the women’s team also won gold in Milan and Cortina, before suggesting they “will soon be coming to the White House.” He then turned back to the men’s squad to announce that he planned to give goalie Connor Hellebuyck the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
“I did take a vote … every single one of them rapidly put up their hand up,” Trump told Hellebuyck. “What a special job you did, what special champions you are.”
Vincent Trocheck Condemns ‘Politicization’ of Team USA Hockey’s White House Visit
On the heels of Team USA Hockey’s men attending the State of the Union speech, center Vincent Trocheck told reporters it was “sad” that his team’s White House visit was “getting politicized the way it is.”
“We’re all very proud to be Americans, and we were all so proud to go [to the 2026 Winter Olympics] and win a gold medal,” he told reporters. “We went over there with a job, and it was to win gold and do it for our country and for everybody back here, and we were able to do that.”
The U.S. men’s Olympic ice hockey team with Jack Hughes and Quinn Hughes attend President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address. Kenny Holston-Pool/Getty Images
He went on, “It’s sad that it automatically gets turned into something political when all we really wanted to do was represent everybody in here and everybody in our country as well as we could.”
Trocheck revealed he’d never before visited White House or the U.S. Capitol, so he felt it was “such an honor to be able to go.”
Team USA’s Hilary Knight Slams Donald Trump’s ‘Distasteful’ Joke
Hilary Knight held nothing back during a press conference on February 25, 2026, as she condemned President Donald Trump making a joke at her team’s expense.
“We just thought the joke was distasteful and unfortunate,” Knight told reporters. “I think, just the way women are represented, it’s a great teaching point to really shine light on how women should be championed for their amazing feats. And now I sort of have to sit, or anybody has to sit in front of you and explain someone else’s behavior. It’s not my responsibility.”
Knight felt it was unfair to both the men and women’s teams to be bogged down in a political controversy in light of their success at the Milan and Cortina games.
“Whatever’s going on should never outshine or minimize their work and our success on the world stage,” she said. “This was the best American women’s hockey team we’ve ever put together on a world stage when the lights have been the brightest. I think everyone felt that going through that.”
She concluded, “I want to celebrate that [success]. I want people to be remembered for that. I want the legacy of this team to be remembered. That’s what I’m trying to shift the narrative on and really focusing [on] and championing what we’ve done and what we’ve accomplished the last two-and-a-half weeks together.”
Kelly Pannek Says Donald Trump’s Joke Was ‘Not Surprising’
Team USA’s Kelly Pannek spoke with reporters about her success in Milan and Cortina, in addition to the backlash over President Donald Trump’s joke.
“With the phone call specifically, it’s not surprising, to be frank,” Pannek said on February 25, 2026. “So I don’t know why we expect differently, but I think for us, it’s also just about getting back to the focus on our team and what our team accomplished.”
Hayley Scamurra Celebrates ‘Outpouring of Love’ From Fans
Team USA’s Hayley Scamurra briefly touched on President Donald Trump’s joke during a February 2026 appearance on the “Hockey Lifers” podcast, where she said she preferred to focus on the support her team received.
“I think, you know, the call was what it was,” Scamurra admitted. “And honestly, like, the outpouring of love and support we’ve kind of received since that has outweighed any other feelings that I have.”
Jack Hughes Addressed Laughing at Donald Trump’s Joke About the Women’s Team
Speaking to reporters on February 25, 2026, Jack Hughes tried to offer context on why he and some of his teammates laughed at President Donald Trump’s joke at the women’s expense.
“You’re in the moment, the president calls,” Hughes explained. “We’re blaring the music and then they pause the music and then the president calls. I don’t think … obviously, it is what it is now.”
He continued, “We have so much respect for the women’s team. They have so much respect for us. We’re all just proud Americans. We’re happy that we both swept the Olympics.”
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Hughes asked the media to remember that he and his teammates “are just hockey players.”
“We did our job. We went over to the Olympics to win a gold medal and that’s what we did,” he said. “I’ve had the best time of my life celebrating with my teammates that we accomplished our goal. I’m a hockey player. We’re so proud to be back in the U.S. and celebrating our gold medal and to do it with our teammates, that’s the best part.”
Team USA’s Tage Thompson Defends Wearing a ‘MAGA’ Hat During White House Visit
Team USA men’s hockey star Tage Thompson faced renewed backlash during his White House visit with President Donald Trump by wearing a Make America Great Again hat for the occasion. He stood behind the divisive fashion choice while speaking to Outkick on February 25, 2026.
“I’m proud to be an American, and I have my own faith, my own beliefs, and everyone’s entitled to their own opinions and beliefs, as well,” he said. “I think we should be able to live in peace knowing that not everyone’s going to agree with you.”
Thompson insisted that his strong religious faith was at the center of his support of Trump and his MAGA movement.
“Jesus is everything to me,” Thompson said. “Obviously, we’re made imperfect. We’re all sinners, and we need him. And I fall short every single day, and he’s the one I rely on.”
He added, “I think when you have that sense of hope, the grace and the mercy that I receive every day from him is something that gives me peace and joy in life, no matter what I do. And he’s blessed me with this game and this opportunity to play the game I love at a high level, a beautiful family and friends, people [surrounding] me that I love. And I’m just very grateful.”
Jeremy Swayman Says Team USA Men Should Have ‘Reacted Differently’ to Donald Trump’s Joke
Team USA men’s player Jeremy Swayman acknowledged that his teammates should have “reacted differently” when Donald Trump made a joke about the women’s team.
“We know that we are so excited for the women’s team,” he told reporters. “We have so much respect for the women’s team. To share that gold medal with them is something we’re forever grateful for. … Now that we’re home, we get to share that together forever.”
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The couple did briefly separate in 2008, two years after they tied the knot.
Whew, TeaMates! The timeline is in shambles after Nique popped out in the passenger seat of NBA YoungBoy’s car, and let’s just say the internet hasn’t clocked out since. As social media users speculated about what the link-up could mean, Fredo Bang, who has past romantic ties to Nique, weighed in, adding more fuel to the fire.
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Fredo Bang Calls Nique a “Toy” After Fan Asks About NBA YoungBoy Link-Up
On Thursday, Feb. 26, Baton Rouge rapper Fredo Bang addressed the viral clip Nique posted to her Instagram Story, which showed her riding alongside NBA YoungBoy. The short video quickly sparked speculation online, even prompting Fredo to chime in.
One X user wrote, “I wanna tag Fredo Bang and say how do you feel about yo ex linking up with yo main opp 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣,” appearing to reference Fredo and Nique’s past relationship, as well as the long-rumored tension between Fredo and NBA YoungBoy.
Although he wasn’t tagged, Fredo responded anyway.
In a quote tweet, he replied, “I don’t have any opps and thats not my ex, that was my toy for short period…”
He continued in follow-up posts, writing, “Y’all gotta stop passing out these titles, when was that mine I was sharing 😂😂😂,” before later adding another tweet asking to be left out of the situation altogether.
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Nique Fires Back At Fredo Bang In The Shade Room Teens Comments
After The Shade Room Teens shared Fredo’s remarks, Nique wasted no time responding.
Within minutes, she dropped a GIF of the Joker with the caption, “And. Here. We Go!” She followed up with a pointed message: “Had that mf throwing cheap a** pictures in the pool yearsss ago !!! Come on now, beat it!! Leave me tf alone you overly GROWN a** man!”
Users quickly connected the dots.
Back on Dec. 9, 2021, Fredo Bang posted a video of himself tossing framed photos of himself and Nique into a pool. He captioned the clip, “f*** em 😂.” The resurfaced footage served as a reminder of their history, sparking reactions from many users in the comments.
Social Media Reacts
Instagram user @vsgkentuckyfinest88 wrote, “Nique got the internet SHOOK, and I’m here for it !!”
Another Instagram user @dimepiecex_ wrote, “He want moment! So bad !”
While Instagram user @_its.imprib wrote, “😂😂😂 now Fred you was crashing out over nice we ain’t forgot don’t try to down play her”
Instagram user @snowsimonnie wrote, “The fact yall let nique and yb rage bait yall is crazy 😂😂😂”
Another Instagram user @yannnshxt._ wrote, “in my opinion, nique winning 😬”
While Instagram user @qdharealest_ wrote, “You mad a whole song tho 🤦🏽♀️”
Instagram user @_lovebtw_ wrote, “Nique responding to everybody she got time today”
Another Instagram user @jstlkap wrote, “Ain’t nobody throwing pictures in the pool over a toy… 😂😂 they damn sure ain’t recording it then posting it on the internet for attention”
While Instagram user @aaliyahmeshell_ wrote, “Tryna flex and got embarrassed 🤡”
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Editor’s note: The below recap contains spoilers for The Pitt Season 2 Episode 8.
About halfway through Season 2 of The Pitt, a lot has already happened, with Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch (Noah Wyle) struggling to get through his last shift before a three-month sabbatical. Meanwhile, Dr. Frank Langdon (Patrick Ball) is back, despite Robby’s concerns, and a new attending, Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi (Sepideh Moafi), is getting ready to assume Robby’s place. However, as Episode 7 shows, Robby’s not the only doctor struggling, as Al-Hashimi is inwardly panicking and trying to reach her therapist. There’s no time for the staff to get too distracted, because a cyberattack has just forced the Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center to shut down its entire network. What else can happen in Episode 8, “2:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.”?
Joy Saves the Board in ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Episode 8
Robby isn’t happy that Al-Hashimi didn’t warn him about the hospital’s cyberattack response after meeting with PTMD’s CEO. She insists she was on her way to inform him, but Robby’s not hearing it. Maybe the department chair should break the news, so together, Robby and Al-Hashimi inform the doctors and nurses about what’s going on. Everything from the digital patient board needs to be copied onto a dry-erase version. Too bad Dr. Dennis Whitaker (Gerran Howell) was only able to snap an unfocused cellphone photo before it all went down. Then, Joy Kwon (Irene Choi) impresses everyone by reciting the contents of what was on the original board, courtesy of her photographic memory.
With that taken care of, Dr. Trinity Santos (Isa Briones) goes back to Deaf patient Harlow Graham (Jessica Flores) and talks to her through an interpreter. Harlow works from home and looks down at a screen all day, so neck pain appears to be the source of her headache. Meanwhile, Robby and Dr. Jack Abbott (Shawn Hatosy) show off the old school chart rack that the staff will be using. Everything’s done on paper, just as it was way back when. They even break out a fax machine!
Robby moves on to an incoming patient, Howard Knox (Craig Ricci Shaynak), who’s presenting with abdominal pain. Dr. Cassie McKay (Fiona Dourif) and med student James Ogilvie (Lucas Iverson) jump in to assist. They decide on a CT scan, which will be a struggle because he’s obese and can’t lie down properly for the machine, and it’s then that Ogilvie makes inappropriate comments about Howard’s weight in front of the patient. At the same time, Victoria Javadi (Shabana Azeez) takes Roxie Hamler’s (Brittany Allen) parents to her room. They decide to take their grandsons out for ice cream as Roxie gives her father a long, grateful look.
Al-Hashimi shows up to assist with Howard’s care, and the doctors numb his throat in preparation for a tube insertion. As that’s happening, Al-Hashimi leaves to help Dr. Samira Mohan (Supriya Ganesh) and Dr. Melissa King (Taylor Dearden) treat Brook Maccord (Staci Lynn Fletcher), a woman with sudden-onset blindness in one eye. As that’s happening, Nurse Princess Dela Cruz (Kristin Villanueva) is trying to keep up, doing Dana’s (Katherine LaNasa) job because she can’t stop in the middle of Ilana Miller’s (Tina Ivlev) sexual assault exam. While it initially looks like Ilana may have left, Dana waits just in case she comes back, and Ilana returns with Emma Nolan (Laëtitia Hollard), ready to keep going. After the exam, Ilana tells Dana that she’s glad she was here today. It’s a feel-good moment that’s soon shattered by a frustrating reality. When Dana drops off the evidence kit, she discovers another one still sitting there from two weeks earlier, so she calls the police and gives them hell.
A Kind Patient Shows the Best of the Doctors and Nurses on ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Episode 8
Caleb Jefferson (Christopher Thornton) introduces Javadi to Nicole Steadman (Adargiza De Los Santos), who runs a parent support group, and suggests that Jackson Davis’ (Zack Morris) parents speak with her. Meanwhile, as Cassie and Ogilvie return to Howard, she lets the new guy know that he needs to treat patients with respect. The group huddles to talk about what’s next. If he needs surgery, Howard’s looking at a 50% chance of death. Before the tube goes down his throat, taking away his ability to speak, Howard takes a beat to thank everyone in the room.
Al-Hashimi returns to Brook and tells her about a clot-busting medication that might help her blindness, but there are risks. Some get worse, and there’s a one percent chance of death. After talking about it with her wife, Wendy (Victoria Mack), Brook decides to go for it. Out in the hall, Santos and Kwon are wheeling in Jackie Liddell (Briana Burnside), who’s bitten through her tongue, accompanied by her friend Jaquie Warren (Esther Omegba). Santos numbs up Jackie’s tongue before she gets stitches, and Langdon tries to instruct her, but Santos gets easily annoyed with him. She hasn’t forgotten their past. Catching up on paperwork, Cassie asks Langdon how he’s doing. She’s on nine years and counting of being clean and knows the first year is the hardest, so he can call her if he needs anything. Langdon looks at her with surprised gratitude. Finally, someone else is showing him some sympathy.
Due to confusion over the dry-erase board, Javadi and Ogilvie accidentally end up with the same patient, a man (Ryan Brody) with a horrible rash all over his body. He hasn’t left the house, so he doesn’t know where it came from. Both med students are stumped. Meanwhile, Mel is with Brook when she’s called away by another doctor who has just finished giving her deposition in the same case Mel is worried about, but Mel’s peer assures her that the malpractice suit won’t hold up, since her spinal tap on the patient was perfectly by-the-book.
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With the tube down his throat, Howard weighs in at 474 pounds, but the max weight for CT is 450, so he’ll be taken to a different hospital with a machine that can fit him. He’s a kind man and the doctors and nurses look at him with care. It’s not the same energy for Jackie’s case, where Santos is still displaying her annoyance with Langdon. Jackie’s so drunk, though, that she doesn’t even remember why she’s there anymore. Joy wonders if they should recommend rehab to the patient, which leads to an uncomfortable look with Santos and Langdon.
Dana and Robby Are Very Concerned About ‘The Pitt’ in Season 2 Episode 8
Al-Hashimi and Mohan are being updated on Baby Jane Doe. She has rhinovirus but is otherwise healthy and doesn’t need to be admitted. The plan is to keep her overnight, then send her to emergency foster care. That’s not an acceptable choice for the doctors. In the break room, Mohan tells Al-Hashimi that she’s thinking of applying for a fellowship, but she doesn’t know which one to choose. Al-Hashimi has seen Mohan’s skills with the elderly and tells her to consider geriatrics.
Meanwhile, when unhoused man Troy Digby (Charles Baker) finally reappears, he admits he was spending the last hour with Louie Cloverfield’s (Ernest Harden Jr.) body. He was his friend and had a lot to say to him. This makes Dana smile. Robby’s standing next to her when Javadi and Ogilvie run up, highly concerned about their patient. However, they’re interrupted by Joy, who figured it all out by simply talking to the guy. It’s a case of dermatitis, caused by squeezing a bunch of lemons outside in the sun.
After Robby checks in on Javadi and Ogilvie’s patient, he talks with Cassie about Roxie. She’s in a lot of pain, so he tells Cassie to up Roxie’s pain meds. Cassie and Javadi wonder if it’ll be too much, but Robby’s convinced that, right now, treating her pain is the most important thing, even if it leads to death, which “could be the best outcome.” Back at the desk, it’s chaos everywhere with the network down. Robby and Dana look out on it all, wondering how they’ll get through the next few hours.
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January 9, 2025
- Network
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Max
- Showrunner
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R. Scott Gemmill
- Directors
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Amanda Marsalis
- Writers
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Joe Sachs, Cynthia Adarkwa
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Noah Wyle
Dr. Michael ‘Robby’ Robinavitch
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Tracy Ifeachor
Dr. Heather Collins
Pros & Cons
- James Ogilvie continues to be the perfect character to hate.
- The Howard Knox storyline shows how great the staff is when they work together.
- Shutting down the computers is a hilarious way to show how newer doctors and nurses struggle without modern technology.
While out promoting her new book, “You Better Believe I’m Gonna Talk About It,” Rinna said she took a drug test after the party, and the results came back with something horrifying.
Lisa Rinna has been the center of attention over the last several weeks, as the mother of two and reality TV veteran bumped heads with her “Traitors” co-star, Colton Underwood, online.
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Lisa Rinna Says She Tested Positive For Fentanyl At The ‘Traitors’ Premiere Party
According to a previous report from The Blast, a source shared earlier this week that Rinna believed she was drugged at “The Traitors” season 4 premiere party in California in January 2026.
The insider shared that Rinna was “completely inebriated” during the event and that Underwood alerted her team, who safely removed her from the party without incident.
In a new interview with Good Day New York, Rinna confirmed that she was actually drugged, revealing that she took a drug test and found a serious drug in her system.
“I had fentanyl in my system,” she said. “I’m not kidding. I had fentanyl, high levels of amphetamines and other things, but I can’t talk a lot about it because we’re still dealing with it.”
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Lisa Rinna Praises Her Husband, Harry Hamlin, For Helping Remove Her From The Party After Noticing Things Weren’t Feeling Right
Rinna revealed that she couldn’t share much about the findings because her team was actively working on the case; however, she praised her husband, Harry Hamlin, for coming to her defense.
Rinna later shared that she’s heard similar stories about The Abbey, the location of the premiere party. “All my daughters’ friends. I mean, this is not a first-time thing. This is something that’s gone on for years, and I do think it needs to be a conversation,” she said.
While Rinna hasn’t been able to address the situation yet, the reality star said that she would on her own time, according to Us Weekly.
The Abbey also released a statement, sharing that Lisa’s team voiced their concerns with the building’s staff, who conducted a “thorough review.”
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“When she became unwell, our security team assisted her and escorted her safely out of the venue. We pulled and reviewed all available surveillance footage from the time in question and interviewed staff on duty. We found no evidence of drink tampering or suspicious behavior toward her,” the statement continued.
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Lisa Rinna Feuded With Underwood On Season 4 Of ‘The Traitors’
Rinna will appear on the upcoming “Traitors” reunion, airing tonight on Peacock. According to The Blast, Rinna feuded with “Bachelor” alum Underwood on camera after bumping heads during the competition show.
Rinna teased in a social media video that she did what “needed to be done.” She added, “‘Cause you know, if you want a Housewife, I’ll give you a Housewife … honey.”
It’s unclear what exactly went down between the two big-name stars, but it must’ve been messy, as Underwood reportedly unfollowed Rinna shortly after.
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Rinna Gets Real About What It Was Like To Film A Competition Series Such As ‘The Traitors’
One thing for certain, however, is that Rinna is likely enjoying her time away from her “Traitors” co-stars, given she recently revealed that filming the show was “the most challenging” production she’s ever been a part of.
“I don’t care. Broadway, ‘Dancing With the Stars’ — this is the most challenging because it’s a game, [it’s] physical, mental, and psychological,” she said. “There’s not enough sleep, and there’s not enough food.”
She also explained that filming as one of the show’s titular characters is even more challenging because of how much time they must invest.
“For traitors, because you work three hours longer than the faithfuls, because it’s secret. Once the faithfuls go home, you go to the turret and do your traitoring. 18 hours a day. Every day,” she said.
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The actress added that she’ll be all right, thanks to early detection and medicine.
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Dr. Mariana Vergara Reveals What Goes Into Her 24K Golden Facial: The Treatment Celebs Book Before Big Events
Stay golden! If you’ve ever clocked that unmistakable, glassy sparkle to a celebrity’s complexion on the red carpet, chances are they’ve paid a visit to Dr. Mariana Vergara.
The board-certified MD, who treats A-listers out of her private Beauty Villa Vergara in Beverly Hills, California, has become the go-to stop for radiant skin thanks to her signature Golden Facial: a customizable microneedling treatment that uses 20 ultra-fine 24K gold platelet needles to deliver a glow-boosting cocktail directly into the dermis.
The 45-minute procedure is anything but one-size-fits-all. Instead, Vergara customizes each session with a tailored blend of active ingredients.
Think: Botox, stem cells, exosomes, PRP, hyaluronic acid, tranexamic acid, peptides, vitamin C, and glutathione, infused for a lit-from-within finish.
The outcome? You’re not only stimulating collagen production through controlled micro-injuries, but also targeting concerns like texture, enlarged pores, redness, wrinkles, oiliness, and pigmentation, all in one appointment.
And perhaps most importantly during award season, there’s little to no downtime.
“The patient’s skin will look normal the day after, so it’s very convenient, since no redness or inflammation will appear, unlike with other treatments,” she explains.
“I suggest getting it done 2 days in before a big event for better results and to give skin time to heal so it looks smooth, hydrated, and radiant,” the beauty expert adds.
While the finish is bright and luminous, Vergara’s aesthetic is intentionally understated.
“I have a very natural approach and patients who are looking to maintain their natural beauty without changing their essence,” she shares.
According to Vergara, in-office visits should refine, not redefine, and lasting results depend on a steady routine between appointments.
“It’s all about consistency, the right products, and the right treatments to not look overdone.”
Her golden rules are simple. “Wear sunscreen daily, rain or shine, and don’t forget to exfoliate, so dead skin cells are removed and ingredients can penetrate deeper.”
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Sukihana and Bobbi Althoff have turned into the duo the internet didn’t know it needed! The girlies have folks cuttin’ UP online after their latest YouTube link-up. Suki pretty much stole the show, but it wasn’t her personality that locked down fan love; it was actually her reaction to Bobbi’s tea about her new bae that got it!
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Sukihana Shook UP Timelines With Her Unfiltered Comments About Bobbi Althoff’s NEW Man
Bobbi Althoff has taken over YouTube again after dropping a new chit-chat video with Sukihana. The duo unpacked everything from makeup to loyalty to whether their vibe is real or just for clicks. Even though they covered it all, the internet can’t stop replaying the moment when Bobbi started filling Suki in on her relationship. Bobbi straight up said she has a boyfriend, and Suki wasted no time asking about their intimacy, which Bobbi told her “is great.” But Suki didn’t stop pressing. The rapper wanted DETAILS and asked, “What makes it great?”
Bobbi immediately got shy and made a lil’ nervous face, and then clocked that her man had literally walked in mid-interview. The minute Suki peeped him, she just smiled and said she already knew what time it was. “I know what makes it great.” She continued, “I’m happy for you. I support jungle fever. You give me that.” Bobbi was shook and couldn’t believe Suki would really try to put her on blast. But Suki didn’t let up, she doubled down and added, “Always the ones that act like they scared to talk about sex and stuff.”
@bobbialthoff Not this again x @Sukihana ♬ original sound – Bobbi
Suki Leaves The Internet Gagged With Her Spicy Remarks
After Bobbi dropped the clip on TikTok, the comment section went wild! Folks immediately crowned them as their favorite duo, while others said one thing about Suki: she will always tell you about yourself.
TikTok user @Netta wrote, “I love Suki and Bobbi together lol.”
TikTok user @b r e n d a 🌷 wrote, “I will never skip a Suki + Bobbi video.”
While TikTok user @ms.trendsetter😖 wrote, “Suki always gonna tell you about yourself 😂”
Then TikTok user @JaKaria wrote, “When she saw him she knew immediately 😭😭”
Another TikTok user @UrghSeriously wrote, “This is a similar vibe to Snoop and Martha 😂”
Then another TikTok user @Treasure wrote, “‘I know what’s making it great’ im crying😂😂”
Finally, TikTok user @tashiaa28 wrote, “Bobbi’s reaction to ‘what makes it great?‘ told me immediately 😭😂😂”
The “Magician” Mix-up That Fans Can’t Stop Replaying
Sukihana and Bobbi Althoff have been making the internet crack up over their convos for a minute now. Their friendship kicked off after their first interview, when Suki kept popping off, accusing Bobbi of calling her a “magician” when she said “musician” the whole time. The joke actually stuck, and fans still call Suki a magician to this day. Peep the funny clip below.
@bugz2fly Suki Is comedy! #baddieseast #suki #Bobbi #trending #viral #video #funny #classic #interview #badgirl #Dummy #Musician #lol #Top #zeusnetwork #AirHead #2024 ♬ original sound – Bugz2Fly
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The Grammy Award-winning rapper will make her debut under the bright lights as Zidler in “Moulin Rouge! The Musical.”
Megan Thee Stallion is set to make history in the Tony Award-winning musical, as she’s the first female-identifying performer to put her spin on the role.
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Megan Thee Stallion Will Join The Cast Of ‘Moulin Rouge: The Musical,’ In March 2026
According to several sources, including Billboard and PEOPLE, Megan Thee Stallion, real name Megan Pete, will join the production as the over-the-top Zidler, described as the “impresario of the titular nightclub.”
Pete will take the stage in an eight-week limited run, beginning March 24 and concluding on May 17.
“Stepping onto the Broadway stage and joining the Moulin Rouge! The Musical team is an absolute honor,” Pete said. “I’ve always believed in pushing myself creatively and theater is definitely a new opportunity that I’m excited to embrace. Broadway demands a different level of discipline, preparation and storytelling, but I’m up for the challenge and can’t wait for the Hotties to see a new side of me.”
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The Producers Of ‘Moulin Rouge: The Musical’ Are Excited To Welcome Megan Thee Stallion To Broadway!
Pete is doing her Broadway debut big! The Houston native will be the first female-identifying star to breathe life into Zidler.
The production’s producers are also excited about the global superstar’s upcoming performance in “Moulin Rouge!”
“Welcoming Megan Thee Stallion into the Moulin Rouge! The Musical community is a thrilling moment for us,” producer Carmen Pavlovic said. “Megan is a true global superstar. She is one of the most influential artists of her generation and her impact on music and culture is undeniable. This historic casting is a major part of our closing celebrations: our farewell gift to Broadway audiences and one of our biggest announcements in the history of Moulin Rouge! The Musical.”
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“Moulin Rouge: The Musical!” will close in June 2026, making Pete’s involvement with the show especially meaningful to the team behind the scenes.
“We want our show to go out with a spectacular bang, and Megan is the force of nature to lead us there. And yes, there will be a hint of music from her own iconic catalogue. It’s an unmissable moment for both Megan’s fans and ours,” Pavlovic continued.
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Megan Thee Stallion Teases Her Stint On Broadway, Sends A Hilariously Petty Message To Her Haters, And Gets Mixed Reaction
On X, Pete teased her upcoming role in “Moulin Rouge,” writing, “It’s a very bad time to be my hater lol I’m EVERYWHERE.”
In a later post, the “HISS” rapper said she is “Thee hottest news on Broadway.”
Over on Instagram, users were sending the 31-year-old even more love. Celebrities even chimed in, including HER, who said, “WOWWWW,” and Chloe Bailey, who wrote, “I love this!!!!”
Bob the Drag Queen said, “Hey Meg. Let’s goooo,” and Nicolette Monroe added, “Who working harder than Meg!?”
The comments weren’t all pleasant, though, as others voiced their displeasure with the casting stunt on @Playbill’s Instagram.
“Checks the calendar to make sure we didn’t jump forward to April 1st without me noticing,” someone shared, while another called the move “so unhinged.”
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Megan Is Living Her Best Life With NBA Star And Four-Time Champion Klay Thompson
Pete has been on top of the world over the last several months. In addition to releasing her latest single, “LOVER GIRL,” she’s also been making headlines with her high-profile relationship with NBA star and 4x NBA champion Klay Thompson.
The pair first broke the internet in the summer of 2025, when the former Golden State Warriors star was spotted in the background of Pete’s pictures. Later, the pair hard-launched their relationship on the red carpet, and now, they take fans behind the scenes with videos and pictures.
Megan Thinks ‘God’ Opened The Door For Her To Find Love With Thompson After Heartbreak
In an interview with PEOPLE, Pete said that her relationship with Thompson surprised her, especially because she wasn’t looking for love. However, after working on herself by going to therapy after her highly-publicized court trial with rapper Tory Lanez, Pete said things just fell into place.
“I had a bunch of activities that I started doing for myself; maybe God just opened up that space for me to have somebody that loved me right,” she said. “This is one of the first times that I’ve ever been just overly comfortable,” she added before sharing, “I’m comfy, babe!”
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