Brandy and Ray J have fans weighing in after footage of the siblings’ reunion in Atlanta was shared on Instagram. The ‘One Wish’ artist shared a video of the duo’s reunion on Sunday, Aug. 2, and the sibling love between the two is melting hearts.

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Brandy And Ray J Reunite In Atlanta

Fans were excited to see Brandy and Ray J back together in a video shared on Instagram, and the love between the two siblings is evident. The 45-year-old was hospitalized earlier this year, and fans are saying family time with his sister may be the best medicine.

The video begins with Brandy holding a device as it records with Ray J behind her, looking over her shoulder.

“Look. Who. it is,” she said as the siblings laughed and shared a side hug.

Ray J had a Band-Aid on his cheek, of which his sister joked, “With a Band-Aid on.”

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“For sh*t’s and giggles,” her brother added.

Brandy looked at the camera and replied,

“I don’t even know. I don’t even wanna know. But I just love this guy.”

“I love you,” said Ray J.

Furthermore, the siblings shared a kiss on the cheek before the footage ended.

The post was captioned, “In ATL with my best friend since I was born!! @brandy — LOVE YOU 4 LIFE AND EVEN IN MY AFTER LIFE! – Thank you for everything 🫶🏽.”

“Love you love you love you bro @rayj 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛,” Brandy replied in the comments.

Reunion Video Has Fans

Fans loved seeing the siblings reunite, and they responded in the comment section of TSR’s Instagram page.

User @derikalashay_ wrote, “Yesss im happy for them nothing like real sibling love fr 🥹🔥🔥.”

@allecia__9 replied, “One thing about Ray J he love his sister!! 😂.”

@615kee added, “Yes surrounded by positive energy😍.”

User @shanae310 added, “This all he be needing♥️🥺🥹.”

@tinyblackprincess wrote, “I loveeee when he turn into her little brother in real time @brandy @rayj 🩵🩵🤍.”

@courtney_courtneyyyy added, “Say what you want but they relationship as siblings is unmatched.. I LOVE that for them!!”

User @thevlcrawford noted, “That sibling big sis + little brother bond is nothing to play with 🔐.“

Of course, a few Roomies had jokes regarding the recent distance between the siblings, and they did not disappoint.

Ray J Missed Brandy’s Hollywood Walk Of Fame Ceremony

The Shade Room reported in April that Brandy and Ray J were distant due to his public behavior. The artist’s estranged wife, Princess Love, accused him of pointing a gun at her last Thanksgiving during a livestream.

“There is distance right now,” she said at the time. “There are a few things that he’s been doing in the public eye that I don’t condone, and I just feel like loving him from afar right now is best for me and my peace. But my life with Ray and my connection with him is all throughout the book, and my love for him never wavers.”

The siblings seem back on track, and their fans couldn’t be happier.

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Slutty Vegan founder, Pinky Cole, and her husband, Derrick Hayes, are expecting a baby! The couple surprised fans with the announcement during the explosive Season 17 reunion of ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

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Pinky Cole Reveals Growing Baby Bump Amid ‘RHOA’ Reunion 

The Hayes are expecting their fourth kid together! The gender of their unborn child hasn’t been revealed, but baby #4 is due in December 2026, per the couple. To note, Pinky Cole and her husband are already parents to daughter D’Ella and sons David and Derrick Jr. Additionally, Derrick Hayes has two children from a previous relationship. Pinky and Derrick got engaged in 2022 and married in 2023 at the St. Regis in Atlanta.

They dropped their baby bombshell during Part 1 of a three-part reunion for ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta.’ However, the news came from a teaser clip of the show, meaning fans won’t see the whole episode unfold until August 9 on Bravo. Ahead of the reunion teaser, Cynthia Bailey said on a podcast episode that someone had revealed their pregnancy during taping, but she wouldn’t say who. Now, fans finally have their answer!

Watch the Slutty Vegan founder announce her pregnancy at the 7:00 mark in the tweeted video below. 

#RHOA Season 17, Episode 18 FIRST LOOK. Season 17, Reunion Part 1. All New, Sunday 8/7c on @Bravotv. (Source @Bravotv @NBCUniversal) pic.twitter.com/dl1ZXCKmKw

— OMFGRealityTV (@OMFGRealityTV) August 3, 2026

How’d The Hayes Show Up This Season On ‘RHOA’?

If you didn’t know, Pinky and Derrick were first-time cast members on this season of ‘RHOA.’ They brought the Bravo cameras deep into their business, personal and professional — from Pinky Cole attempting to franchise Slutty Vegan amid bankruptcy challenges to resolving a $4 million debt. She’s also navigated legal tussles regarding property seizure and dealt with a former business partner facing criminal charges. On the flip side, Pinky has shared some wins including launching a fashion campaign with PETA. 

Will Pinky Return To The Show? 

And while ‘RHOA’ fans await the S17 reunion, they’re sounding off on social media about who should make the cut for next season. Will Pinky Cole and Derrick Hayes make the cut? X users are weighing in both ways after viewing the teaser clip. Some are calling for the newbies’ return while others are calling out moments they didn’t favor of the couple on-screen, particularly Pinky.

pinky said she ain’t filing for bankruptcy anymore 👀 adding this to the files #rhoa https://t.co/sv28vfn5NR

— nay 🦦 (@nayphilay) August 3, 2026

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so after all season of talking about bankruptcy Pinky is….not filing for bankruptcy???? #RHOA pic.twitter.com/WRfQSXNrm1

— dough xo (@DOUGHXOXO) August 3, 2026

Queen Pinky not having to file bankruptcy after all! We love a success story 😍🍑 #RHOA pic.twitter.com/26eib11H9h

— Jak (@TooRealReality_) August 3, 2026

I really enjoyed Pinky this season, I agree with this!!! I also like her sense of humor as well https://t.co/nBYXsxRGbu

— big jord (@AllAboutJordan_) August 3, 2026

I must say, Pinky has been doing a PRETTY good job at straddling the fence between Shamea and the rest of the girls in the group. She plays the game just well enough that no one has called her out on it……yet. #RHOA 🍑 pic.twitter.com/0n8KyJQFqr

— AD III ♌️7️⃣3️⃣0️⃣🤴🏾 (@anseldeangelo) August 3, 2026

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pinky up was never that bad pic.twitter.com/jsLXmPC5hh

— toni (@imqani) August 2, 2026

I’m so glad Pinky was able to land back on her feet. I love Pinky 🥹🍑 #RHOA pic.twitter.com/0PB1a5lYaG

— Jak (@TooRealReality_) August 3, 2026

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Ariana Grande will reportedly take a break from the public eye after she finishes her ‘Eternal Sunshine’ Tour. A representative announced that the singer will “step back” following her tour amid public scrutiny.

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Ariana Grande To Step Back From Public Eye Amid Scrutiny

A representative told PEOPLE that the recording artist will “step back” from the public eye after she finishes her tour.

“Ariana will be taking a step back from visibility after she completes the Eternal Sunshine Tour,” the statement reads. “She looks forward to finishing the tour and ending it on a high note, both healthily and happily, and then taking a much-deserved break from public-facing work and appearances, which has led to endless, ongoing public scrutiny,” the rep continues. “This tour has been a beautiful experience for her. She loves her fans and has loved every minute of this tour so much.”

Questions about the singer’s health began to trend after she dropped the music video for her new track ‘Petal.’ Fans raised concerns after seeing Grande seemingly looking thinner than usual in the video.

On Threads, on user wrote, “So Ariana Grande wasn’t just skinny for the movie? She’s just not gaining her weight back? I’m concerned.”

User @bradcooney1 added, “Ariana is a sweet and kind soul, and she needs some help. I want her to get healthy, and to live many, many, more years.”

Fans React To The Announcement

Concerned fans reacted to the news on TSR’s Instagram page, and Roomies shared prayers and support for the ‘Thank U, Next’ artist. Several also challenged the rep’s use of the word “scrutiny.”

User @kim.no.kardashian wrote, “Prayers for Ariana 🙌✨🙏 you got this girl!”

User @mynamesdakayla wrote, “As she should. Shes needs to focus on her health.”

User @_sameemee_ wrote, “public scrutiny or public concern??”

@_smoovtaughtyou_ added, “yall haven’t learned to be kind yet? Damn it’s FREE!!”

User @loveeraven__ checked everybody. “STOP COMMENTING ON PEOPLE’S BODIES!!! it’s NEVER okay!! “concerned” or not it’s literally nobody’s place to tell anyone what they should be doing with their body!”

Artist Exits London Musical Amid Announcement

The ‘Save Your Tears’ singer also exited the Stephen Sondheim musical ‘Sunday in the Park with George.’ The artist was to star in the London production with Wicked co-star Jonathan Bailey next summer.

While the 33-year-old recording artist left the London production, Deadline reports that she was still supportive of the project.

A source stated that Grande, “cannot wait to support the brilliant team bringing this project to life.”

The Eternal Sunshine Tour ends in London on Sept. 1.

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky celebrated their youngest son’s 3rd birthday in style! The couple’s son, Riot, turned three on Saturday, August 1, and a peek of his Spider-Man-themed birthday party was shared on Instagram.

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Rihanna And A$AP Rocky Host Birthday Party For Riot

The couple was seen celebrating Riot’s birthday in a video shared by her sister-in-law, Nadia King, on Instagram, per PEOPLE. The footage featured a behind-the-scenes look at the birthday party, which was decorated with Spider-Man balloons and paraphernalia. In addition, the birthday party featured a customized “cake bar” where guests could choose from different toppings. Decorations stamped with the text “Riot 3” were also featured. Also, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were singing “Happy Birthday” to little Riot. King shared the video with the caption, “Thanks for the invite Riot Rose.”

Rihanna Broke The Internet During A Late-Night Stroll With Her Kids

In addition to Riot, Rihanna and A$AP Rock have two more children — 10-month-old daughter, Rocki, and son, RZA, who is 4. RiRi and her trio went viral after footage of them out for a late-night stroll captured the ‘Work’ singer walking with ease in stiletto high heels. Rihanna also sported an oversized striped T-shirt with knee-length black leggings. Additionally, the artist tried to look incognito with a black baseball cap and matching shades. However, she was unsuccessful, and the paparazzi captured the New York City stroll.

 A$AP Rocky And Rihanna Enjoy Date Night

The couple made headlines after they were seen having a date night in June. Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were seen at the Magic City strip club in Atlanta, and a video of their attendance went viral. Footage was captured of the ‘Diamonds’ artist dancing on the stage. As she took turns on the stripper pole, the crowd seemed to enjoy her performance. The artist did a sultry little dance before she dropped down as she held the pole. Also, the couple was seen embracing in the club. SEE THE VIDEO HERE. 

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Australian track and field runner Natasha Ward has died suddenly. She was 21.

New South Wales Athletics and the Sutherland District Athletics Club announced the news in a joint statement shared to their Facebook pages on Thursday, July 30.

Ward’s cause of death has not been released.

“Beyond her kindness on the track, Natasha was a greatly loved member of our community,” the statement read. “Her kindness and joy touched everyone fortunate enough to know her, and her magnetic smile and warm personality have left a permanent mark on Australian athletics. Natasha’s enthusiasm and determination inspired her training partners.”

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NSW Athletics touts itself as the “unified home of athletics in New South Wales,” uniting the track and field, cross country, race-walking communities and more. Ward medaled at the organization’s All Schools championship as a junior in 2022 in the 1500 meters before medaling at UniSport Nationals the next year in the same event. She also took the bronze in the 800m this past April.

“Natasha was an active member of the club, competing in both summer and winter relays each year, and was always willing to step in and help whenever a team was short,” the statement continued.

Ward was studying exercise and sports science at Macquarie University in Sydney, according to her LinkedIn profile.

“Natasha was an active member of the club, competing in both summer and winter relays each year, and was always willing to step in and help whenever a team was short,” Sutherland District Athletics Club added. “Our thoughts are with Natasha’s family, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.”

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Australian sprinter Jemma Stapleton has died after an undisclosed “accident” on a family vacation. She was 25. “It is with great sadness that our beautiful friends the Stapleton family are facing the unmeasurable grief while on a family holiday with the passing of their beautiful daughter, sister and partner Jemma,” read a GoFundMe page created […]

The comments section on the SDAC post has been closed, but one community member wrote on NSWA’s post that Ward had helped her and her son as an employee at the Nike store in Birkenhead Point.

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“She was incredibly knowledgeable, taking the time to explain the differences between all the track running shoes and helping us find the right pair for my son’s upcoming athletics season,” the commenter wrote.

She continued, “I’ll never forget coming down the escalator as she was heading up for her break. We smiled at each other as we passed, and her warmth and kindness were unforgettable. She truly had the most beautiful presence.”

Ward’s death came less than two months after Australian sprinter Jemma Stapleton died at age 25 in a motorcycle accident while on vacation with her family in Thailand. It was raining at the time of the crash, and Stapleton’s motorcycle reportedly slipped and went into traffic.

Sid Wilson‘s journey with Slipknot is over, and reports suggest that it has been a ticking bomb!

The DJ and band keyboardist, who had been with the band for nearly three decades, was reportedly kicked out by his bandmates, who have maintained silence on the matter. 

Sid Wilson’s professional world was flipped shortly after his personal life suffered a low blow. His engagement to Kelly Osbourne, daughter of the late legendary Black Sabbath vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, was reportedly called off behind the scenes.

While the world went wide-eyed as whispers of Wilson’s departure from Slipknot flew left, right, and center, his bandmates were reportedly geared up for the decision. 

Sources with direct knowledge of the matter have shared that the decision came after the group had finally had enough of the keyboardist’s behavior.

They claim that the other members of the band were fed up with how he treated his bandmates, fueling their decision to kick him out of the heavy metal band ultimately. According to the insiders, Wilson’s firing was not an abrupt decision made in the heat of the moment.

Sources tell TMZ that Wilson getting kicked off the band was a long time coming, as his bandmates could no longer let the behavior he had been putting up slide. Wilson has been an OG since joining the band in 1999 and has been an active member of the music group.

The Band Wanted To Break The News On Their Own Terms

According to insiders familiar with the situation, Slipknot had plans to officially announce their longtime turntablist’s departure from the band this week. However, they lost control of the narrative after media outlets already broke the news, revealing that Wilson had been permanently kicked out.

The early reveal reportedly had the band shaking in their boots behind the scenes, and the members are frustrated that they could no longer announce the split on their own terms.

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As it stands, Slipknot is yet to publicly address Wilson’s departure from the band even though his exit has been in the works for a long time.

The keyboard player has also maintained silence on the matter. He was spotted outside a Los Angeles recording studio on Sunday and declined to answer when asked point blank about the firing.

Wilson became one of Slipknot’s original 9 members after showing them how “crazy” he could be, which fit right in with the rest of the band. The DJ shared that prior to his not-so-conventional audition, he had been rehearsing with the band and developing ideas while actually waiting to see them perform live.

As shared by The Blast, the turntablist recalled that his bandmates-to-be at the time kept insisting that they were “crazy,” but that didn’t chase him off, as he was all for craziness. He shared that he wanted a chance to show them he could fit right in, and the opportunity presented itself.

During one of the band’s earliest shows, they performed a chaotic version of “Tattered and Torn,” and the percussionist, Shawn “Clown” Crahan, would rile up the crowd, shouting, “Kill me!” The DJ recalled seeing Crahan through his mask as he headed directly for him and immediately took the challenge, jumping over fans and headbutting him six times.

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Pushing Wilson away before the seventh, Crahan crawled up to the band drummer, late Joey Jordison, and declared, “I don’t give a sh-t what anybody says, that guy’s in the band.”

Slipknot’s Guitarist Shared Cryptic Reaction To Sid Wilson’s Exit

After news of Wilson being kicked out of the nu-metal group made headlines, James ‘Jim’ Root addressed the news with a cryptic Instagram post on Friday, July 31. The guitarist did not outright refer to the ongoing drama in his post, but connecting the dots from his words to the headlines was no challenge.

As reported by PEOPLE, Root posted a statement to his Instagram stories with the band’s 2008 hit song “Til We Die” playing as the background music. “Don’t believe everything you read,” Root wrote. “Stop. Think. Take a breath. Sit with it for a while. Maybe. Just maybe even wait until there’s more information.” 

At the time, it was unclear what led Slipknot to kick the DJ out of the group, and apart from Root’s cryptic address, the rest of the band’s current lineup, including singer Corey Taylor, guitarist Mick Thomson and Crahan, has yet to make any statements regarding Wilson’s departure from the group.

What Has Sid Wilson Been Up To?

Wilson’s exit from the music group comes after Craig Jones and Cris Fehn, who were also founding members of Slipknot, parted ways with the band. Since news of the turntablist’s firing made waves over the weekend, many questions have arisen, and most remain unanswered.

The DJ finally spoke out on social media, but only to promote his updated independent retail store, sidthe3rdshop.com. His post was a video announcing that his new merch store was open and inviting followers to shop the unique designs as shared by Chaozine. Wilson’s collection ranges from merch on T-shirts to hats, hoodies, and gas masks.

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Regarding his personal life, there have also been reports of trouble in paradise after his engagement to Kelly was quietly called off earlier this year. Sources claimed that the pair, who share a three-year-old son, faced a strain in their relationship shortly after Ozzy’s death. 

Kelly also raised eyebrows after reposting a common phrase for support groups for “victims of narcissistic abuse” on Instagram. “No one will smear your name more viciously than the person terrified you’ll expose the truth about them,” Kelly’s repost read.

How soon till Slipknot sheds light on Sid Wilson’s firing?

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Jenelle Evans really has the best birthday wishes for her baby boy, Jace Evans!

The reality star got extra expressive on her son’s birthday, where she had nothing but praise for the youngster as he continues treatment at a mental health facility.

Jenelle Evans got in the news earlier in the year after she allegedly pulled out a gun at his grandmother, Barbara Evans. A botched custody battle followed this aftermath.

The television personality got candid in a social media post gushing about her son and how much growth he has achieved over the last few years. Jenelle attached a collection of pictures with Jace, including those of him as a little boy in the slides.

“I HAVE A 17-YEAR-OLD! Being a teenager can be hard, but you seem to handle it well. You’re so smart, curious about life, and handsome. Hope today is everything you’ve wanted and more! I love you,” the caption read.

Jace received tons of positive comments from her mother’s fans and followers under the post who wished him the happiest of birthdays and a smooth journey down the 17th ladder of his life. 

“I keep thinking he’s a baby. He’s growing up. You did an excellent job raising him,” this fan shared, as another one noted that Jace may get to write a tell-all book about his relationship with Jenelle when he turns 18. “He deserves so much better. I blame his childhood and you for what he’s been through,” another commenter added.

The MTV Star Pledged To Help Jace Evans Overcome His Travails

As previously shared by The Blast, Jenelle on July 20 shared a rare post about a visit to her son at the institution. She uploaded a few pictures of Jace getting busy with various tasks as he focuses on getting better mentally, noting that he has been prioritizing his emotions and focusing on himself.

Jenelle added that the last six months have not been the easiest for her, as she had to endure some difficult situations with her son’s happiness as a priority. Despite the challenges, Jenelle affirmed that she will do whatever it takes to help him achieve it physically and mentally,

Jenelle did not forget to inform fans that she chose to share selected content involving her son, as she has previously slammed the media and some people within her family for disrespecting Jace’s privacy. The reality star noted that whenever the situation demands it, nothing stops her from showing up and defending her children.

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Jenelle Evans’ Sister Insisted Gun-Pulling Incident Never Happened

The former reality star reacted to reports that Jace had pulled a gun at Barbara on social media with the conclusion that the fault was on Barbara and Ashleigh Evans for handling the situation wrongly. She blamed Barbara for poorly parenting Jace when she had custody and making him bear the same experiences she had with her as a child.

As for Ashleigh, Jenelle reiterated that she was being hypocritical to condemn her parenting of Jace because she was not exactly perfect with raising her own kids. The reality star’s sister responded by disputing claims that Jace had pointed a weapon at Barbara, adding that Jenelle had shared a false story to garner public sympathy.

Jenelle noted that learning about what her son had done was extremely painful, but she believes her son had been dealing with significant personal and medical challenges. The reality star added that her focus is on ensuring Jace gets better and will continue to meet him at the point of his demands.

The 34-Year-Old Claimed She Is Responsible For Her Son’s Medical Care

Jace’s father and Jenelle’s high school sweetheart, Andrew Lewis, teamed up with her mother, Barbara, to create a GoFundMe appealing for funds to offset the legal and mounting medical fees to bring Jace home. 

As noted by The Blast, the “Help Bring Jace Evans Home” fundraiser would also help Andrew regain custody of the boy by sorting needed legal fees to ensure it happens. The 17-year-old has been staying at the medical facility since February, and Lewis has stated that Jenelle has cut him and Barbara off from his life for a while.

However, Jenelle explained that Lewis has not been shouldering any responsibility concerning their son’s medical expenses, as it is fully covered by health insurance, which she handles and is currently paying for.

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Jenelle continued that as regards the custody situation, the matter is being handled through mediation, which is the best and most constructive path to sort custody for a teenager.

Jenelle Evans Insisted She Would Not Wear The Villain Tag In Son’s Controversy

The media mediator hopped on TikTok in March to clear up some false narratives, noting that she is being forced to break her silence because her extended family has been selling stories to the media. 

While her preferred route would have been privacy due to the sensitivity of the case and the involvement of a teenager, Jenelle added that her presence as an easy target has led the case to another dimension.

She stressed that she was not relenting on Jace’s case and people could not know her location unless she chose to share it. Jenelle reassured the public that whatever she did as a mother was for a good reason and, in due time, the public will understand her point.

Despite this rebuttal, social media users poked holes in Jenelle’s story, tagging her a professional victim who always needs someone to blame for her woes. 

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No matter what happens, Jenelle Evans is always proud of Jace Evans!

Young and the Restless 2-Week Spoilers for August 3-14, 2026 bring drama with Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) off the rails while the family worries. Plus, Sally Spectra (Courtney Hope) is begging Adam Newman (Mark Grossman) for a deal that he may not like. Also, during the two weeks of August 3rd through the 14th, we’ve got two big exits, one new character in Genoa City and three fan favorites return.

Young and the Restless Spoilers: New Head Writers Officially Start Work!

Monday, August 3rd. Good news, the new co-headwriters start to work on Monday. However, it’s going to take many, many weeks for their work to start showing up on Young and the Restless. So, don’t complain yet. It looks like their new work may not show up till October.

Nick is plagued by nightmares at rehab. He’s having panic attacks and is regretting being in rehab. Meanwhile, Mariah Copeland (Camryn Grimes) sneaks up and surprises Sharon Newman (Sharon Case) at work. The doctors and the court both approved Mariah’s release, and she’s already reunited with Tessa Porter (Cait Fairbanks) and her daughter off-screen.

Sharon asks Mariah if Abby Newman (Melissa Ordway) and Devon Hamilton Winters (Bryton James) know that she’s free, and Mariah thinks the court probably notified them. Noah Newman (Lucas Adams) shows up and gives Mariah a big hug. Sharon and Noah are stunned when Mariah compares herself to Matt Clark (Roger Howarth) as reformed criminals with psychological issues.

Noah shuts that down and says Matt is a murderer. They tell her that Matt saved Nick’s life when he overdosed, though. And then Noah drops the bomb that he and Sienna Bacall (Tamara Braun) are going to LA because they can’t keep running into Matt. And Noah blames Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) for keeping Matt in town and says he is finding someone to run the Genoa City Shadow Room.

Y&R Spoilers: Nikki & Victor Turn the Page

Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott) is glad her vision is back, but she and Victor are worried about Nick struggling in rehab. And Victor talks to Nikki about work, but she just wants to forget it and take a trip to Italy.

They joke about going soft in their old age, and Victoria Newman (Amelia Heinle) is thrilled that her parents are celebrating their fresh start. Later, Kyle Abbott (Michael Mealor) runs into Victoria and he’s glad Nikki got her vision back, but is disgusted that she reunited with Victor. Kyle still wants payback on Victor and Victoria asks Kyle for a truce, but he won’t let it go. And Victoria worries that Victor will lash out and then Nikki will dump him for good if Kyle doesn’t drop it.

Diane Jenkins (Susan Walters) and Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) talk after Detective Burrow calls to tell Jack that Dr. Laurence Markham (Jere Burns) was arrested. He was hiding at the summer house that someone had mentioned. And Patty Williams (Stacy Haiduk) is in a high security psychiatric hospital. Now, all of this happened offscreen. Very anticlimactic. Diane is thankful it’s over and she and Jack discuss Victor and revenge, but Jack doesn’t want to get consumed with vengeance. And Diane wants to just let it go. But then Kyle arrives and tells them he is determined to make Victor pay.

Young and Restless: Vow Renewal and Family Drama

On Tuesday, August 4th, Victor gives Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) a painful reminder about his past. Victor is so awful to Billy. I do expect that Victor is making digs about Sally and her making a horrible choice to make a baby with Billy and Victor may say nasty stuff about Adam getting Newman Media back from Sally trying to trigger Billy. Then Victor puts Nikki’s ring back on her finger this week and Victor asks if Nikki will marry him again and she says yes, she’d marry him a thousand times over.

They haven’t hit a thousand yet, but I think this may be marriage number six. Victoria tries to keep things peaceful in the family. Could be because of Kyle’s revenge plot. But on the other hand, the family may be blaming Victor for Noah leaving Genoa City because Victor had Matt living on the ranch.

Nick is really struggling, tormented by ongoing nightmares, really struggling in rehab. And it looks like despite Sharon, Victor, and Nikki, and the whole family wanting him to stay, Nick walks out soon.

Y&R Spoilers: Nikki & Victor Reaffirm Their Love

Then on Wednesday, August 5th, we’ve got Victor and Nikki renewing their vows, likely with Michael Baldwin (Christian LeBlanc) as the officiant. So Nick is out of rehab coming to the vow renewal, but he looks twitchy. However, he’s dressed up nicely and asked Nikki if she’s ready to be a bride again. So I don’t know if Nick’s out of rehab on a day pass or he just flat checked out and then is misleading the family. Nikki and Victor pledge their love to each other again.

They renew their vows at the ranch with guests on hand. Nick and Victoria are toasting Victor and Nikki. Nick is toasting with water, which is a positive sign even though drinking isn’t his problem. We also have Cane Ashby (Billy Flynn), Lily Winters (Christel Khalil), Abby, and Michael there toasting the happily reunited couple. And this vow renewal may be a standalone episode.

Thursday, August 6th, we’ve got two big exits this week, Noah and Sienna. And they are gone. Really gone. Not just gone for a visit. I’m guessing their potential return will be in the hands of the new writers. That same day, Sally wants to broker a deal with Adam. And I’m wondering if Sally is begging Adam, trying to get him to have Victor lay off of Billy. She knows that this will trigger him and she doesn’t want it. Sally and Billy also have an intense talk this week.

Christine Blair Romalotti (Lauralee Bell) is shocked this week when Danny Romalotti (Michael Damian) says he is done touring and he is the new rock club manager at the Shadow Room. I think this means we’ll be seeing more of them. And you know, Phyllis Summers (Michelle Stafford) will drop in with Matt to make things awkward with Danny. Billy and Cane set their animosity aside for Jill Abbott (Jess Walton). She’s hiding some kind of big secret. Billy first thought it was business related. I’m thinking that Jill might be sick.

Young and the Restless Spoilers: Audra Helps Billy & Cane Plots with Matt

Friday, August 7th, Audra steers Billy in the right direction, and I’m sure this concerns Sally. Also this week, Cane and Matt are chatting at the GCAC bar. He already told Cane he’s done working for Victor, but Matt told Victor he’ll still target Cane for him. And on a different day this week, Holden Novak (Nathan Owens) talks to his new boss, Cane.

Also at the GCAC bar, Matt meets Mariah. And this could be really difficult because of everything Matt has put her mom Sharon through over the years. But Mariah may think that Matt has truly changed. After all, Mariah knows exactly what it’s like to battle demons after doing bad things.

Victoria and Adam join forces to help Nick. He may not want to go back to rehab. They may have to force him or stage an intervention. And they could have done it at the vow renewal since the whole family was there, right?

Young and Restless: New Arrivals and Developing Relationships

August 10th through the 14th, we’re going to see Jade Harlow making her debut in a recurring role as Marie Kirkland. Her past is complicated and she wants to make a fresh start in Genoa City. I wonder if Nick runs into her at a meeting or rehab if his family gets him to go back. Danny serenades Christine with a brand new love song, and I’m guessing that happens at the Shadow Room.

Cane and Lily mix business with pleasure. Sounds like more intimate time. Hopefully in a bed this time and we won’t just see them doing the deed on the couch. Devon and Abby turn a corner. Devon may be getting better about letting Abby in. And I’m sure that he and Mariah have lots to talk about. Devon may be angry that she’s free so soon. And I’m sure Mariah wants to make peace with him and give Devon some peace of mind.

Matt settles into life in Genoa City, unshackled by the limitations that Victor set on him, but we’ll see if Victor pushes back on Matt. He and Phyllis get closer. I think they’re going to get serious. They have fast-tracked to shacking up at the GCAC, so we’ll find out what’s next.

Phyllis already offered Matt a job, and we’ll see if he takes it. Mariah is readjusting to her new life out of the psychiatric hospital and on an even keel. Hopefully, we’ll get to see Tessa and her daughter again soon. And we’ll also see if Matt and Cane hatch a plan against Victor while he is away.

Aaron Rodgers appeared to throw some shade at his brother Jordan while discussing his reconciliation with the rest of their family.

“I’ve been really staunch, going back to when there was a schism, that I feel like that stuff should be off limits,” Aaron, 42, told The Athletic in a story published Monday, August 3. “Now, not everybody in the family adhered to the same thing, but there are different things, situations, experiences and people that actually change your life.

Aaron did not mention Jordan, 37, by name, but that won’t stop fans from reading between the lines. Jordan notably did not appear in photos when Aaron reunited with his parents and older brother, Luke, in July. Jordan also spoke publicly about the feud while competing on The Bachelorette in 2016.

“Me and Aaron don’t really have that much of a relationship,” he told his now-wife, JoJo Fletcher. “It’s just kind of the way he’s chosen to do life and I’ve chosen to stay close with my family and my parents and my brother. Yeah, it’s not ideal and I love him and I can’t imagine what it’s like to be in his shoes and have the pressure he has, the demands from people that he has. Don’t have hard feelings against him, it’s just how things go right now.”

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As Aaron appears to have patched things up with Luke, 44, and parents Ed and Darla, he credited his mysterious wife, Brittani, for facilitating.

“She is the big impetus behind that [reconciliation],” he told The Athletic. “Not that she was pushing it, but just the way that she loves me and supports me, it’s allowed me to open up to that possibility. And it’s been a couple-year process of communication and spending time together, but that is a real blessing in my life to have those relationships back and to close that circle that was cut for so many years. With her by my side, we reopened that door, and it’s been really beautiful.”

Aaron first reflected on his reconciliation with his family in an interview with NFL Network on Saturday, August 1.

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“I have been very closed off about that part of my life and I want to keep it that way, but there’s been a narrative that has gone on for too long that I wanted to kind of shut down,” he said. “And it’s been really beautiful to reconnect with them — all of them.”

Aaron has not publicly said exactly what led to the rift between him and his family, but he shared in his 2024 Netflix docuseries, Enigma, that their differences date back decades.

“It goes back to stuff from high school that kind of made me feel distant. Stuff in college, stuff post-college,” Aaron said. “I grew up in a very white, dogmatic church, and that just didn’t really serve me. It was very rigid in structure. I’m not a rigid person. Shame, guilt, judgment.”

Sidney Starr is in police custody amid accusations of sexual assault against a minor. Details of the case are still developing, but a new mugshot from the felony arrest is sparking strong reactions on social media. So far, local reports say the transgender model, whose legal name is Sidney Favors, committed battery and molestation of a juvenile. Starr has appeared on TV programs like ‘Baddies,’ ‘Star,’ ‘Baddies ATL’ and ‘Empire.’

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What Is Sidney Starr Accused Of Doing? 

According to 11Alive, officers from the Hapeville Police Department arrested Sidney Starr on Sunday (August 2) in their jurisdiction. Officers detained the reality TV star at the Embassy Suites located at 3450 International Blvd after responding to a call and investigating the scene. Following the arrest, cops reportedly took Starr to the Fulton County Jail without incident. At this time, per 11Alive, police are withholding additional information because the case involves a minor.

“Because this case involves a juvenile, no additional information will be released from our agency,” the Hapeville Police Department told FOX 5 Atlanta.

The gender of the juvenile victim and who, if anyone, called the police remains unclear. As of Monday (August 3) afternoon, Starr was still in custody.

Mugshot Surfaces Amid Felony Charges

Once at Fulton County Jail, Sidney Starr was booked and processed under the name Sidney Favors. Sidney faces multiple charges including sexual battery against a child under the age of 16, aggravated child molestation and sodomy, per court records 11Alive cited. The Hapeville PD has reportedly referred the case to the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution. It’s unknown whether Starr could be facing additional charges.

Sidney Starr’s mugshot appears to show them with minimal makeup aside from what looks like tinted eyebrows. Starr’s eyes appeared low with bags underneath. Their hair was braided into straight-back cornrows. Also, they seemed to be wearing a dark-colored jail uniform at the time of the mugshot photo.

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