NC State University swimming and diving coach John “Jack” Roney’s cause of death has been revealed, Us can exclusively report.

An autopsy report obtained by Us reveals that Roney’s death last month was ruled as accidental after the college coach died. He was 39.

Per the medical examiner’s findings, Jack had been practicing underwater breathing exercises while visiting a local pool with his wife, Maresa Roney. In video footage obtained by emergency medical services, John went under the surface for more than two minutes, coming back up for air before going underwater again. Maresa subsequently walked away to make a brief phone call, returning within five minutes, where she found her husband unresponsive.

“Wife told medics her husband was an avid swimmer and on that evening, he had been doing some breathing exercises [and] holding his breath underwater,” the report reads. “Wife pulled him from the water and called 911 … then began CPR.”

Local first responders continued administering CPR while transporting Jack to the hospital. He was pronounced dead upon arrival.

“There were no concerns for suicide, substance abuse or foul play,” the report adds. “No trauma was noted. Law enforcement was reviewing footage of the incident. Due to the circumstances of the death, pathology at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner was consulted and the case was accepted there for autopsy.”

In a separate statement from the medical examiner, findings reveal that Jack “had a history of ADHD and was a former college swimmer in a good athletic state.”

“He was last known to be alive the evening of July 5, 2026, when he and his wife went to their community pool following dinner,” the statement reads. “While his wife stepped away, he decided to do breathing techniques to practice holding his breath. Video surveillance captured him submerging, very briefly surfacing about two minutes and 14 seconds later, and then submerging again without resurfacing. His wife returned after approximately five minutes and found him unresponsive in the pool. His wife pulled him out and began cardiopulmonary resuscitative efforts and called emergency responders. … Upon emergency responder arrival, he was in pulseless electrical activity, and they continued resuscitative efforts for approximately one hour.”

NC State announced Jack’s death the next day on July 6.

“We mourn the passing of former assistant coach and Wolfpack alumnus Jack Roney,” the university shared in a social media statement. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the Roney family during this difficult time. His impact on our program and community will be remembered.”

Jack is survived by Maresa, with whom he celebrated his 15th wedding anniversary earlier in July, their five children and the late coach’s siblings.

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“My brother…how are you gone? How is this real?” his sister Amber Moore wrote via Facebook. “You were the glue to your family and the glue to ours. How are we supposed to move forward without you? Every single day, you worked to become a better man. So few people live with that kind of purpose, but you did. You were never satisfied with standing still. You wanted to be the best version of yourself every day. To me, you were perfect!!!!”

Jack’s sister Katie Corum also shared a tribute to her late brother on social media, praising him  as “an amazing man who loved his wife and kids more than anything in this world.”

“Grief is the price we pay for loving someone so deeply,” Corum stated via Facebook. “Right now, this pain feels never ending, but it also reminds us just how lucky we were to have had Jack in our lives. His absence leaves a hole in our hearts that can never be filled, but the love he gave and the memories he leaves behind will stay with us forever.”

Is Michael B. Jordan off the dating market again? That’s what fans are assuming after he was spotted riding rollercoasters with singer Raye at an amusement park in California. Social media is poppin’ off with dating speculations, while Michael and Raye have yet to clear the air.

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Michael B. Jordan & Raye Pop Out For Rollercoaster Fun

As said, the 39-year-old actor and the 28-year-old British singer have social media in a chokehold right now. And all it took was a single picture! That photo shows Michael B. Jordan sitting inside a yellow, black and orange coaster car. He appears to be mid-sentence, looking forward, while she has a small, open smile as she stares at him. The entertainers were dressed for the occasion, too. MBJ was wearing brown overalls, a crisp white tee, and a black-and-white cap, while Raye appeared to be wearing an all-black top. Her hair was styled in a voluminous blonde bob with loose curls. According to E! News and an X summary, the viral photo of MBJ and the singer was taken on Friday (August 7) at Six Flags Magic Mountain, near Los Angeles.

Raye and Michael B. Jordan spotted at Six Flags amusement park. pic.twitter.com/RyVFrSnSTr

— RAYE Updates (@RayeUpdate) August 8, 2026

Additionally, E! News reported on a TikTok video that Michael and Raye chattin’ as they waited for a separate rollercoaster ride to start. A separate third video shows fans cheering the entertainers on as a different rollercoaster took off.

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I JUST SAW MICHEAL B JORDAN AT SIX FLAGS#fyp #sixflagsmagicmountain #michaelb#sinners #OMG

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New video of Michael B. Jordan and Raye at Six Flags. 📸

Khalid Jordan, Michael’s younger brother, was also on the ride with them. pic.twitter.com/uEyaxS84Hh

— best of michael b. jordan. (@bjordanfiles) August 8, 2026

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Social Media Users React To MBJ & Singer’s Link-Up

This Six Flags outing appears to be the first public sighting of the entertainers kicking it solo. However, there’s no clarity from either Michael or Raye on whether the link-up was romantic or platonic. Still, that hasn’t stopped fans from doing everything short of planning a wedding, chile! Keep scrolling to see reactions from X users.

They on tik tok saying Michael B Jordan was at six flags with Raye yesterday pic.twitter.com/Kp2gm1AJWz

— kay (@shutupkrysta) August 8, 2026

This a good look for both of them. Raye pretty, classy and a great artist. Michael B Jordan is MBJ. https://t.co/i6JxX2wEW2

— Von512. (@jgvisions00) August 8, 2026

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RAYE asked the question, “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!” Michael B. Jordan responded: by taking her to Six Flags. 👀💞 https://t.co/8NX2cl9kgR pic.twitter.com/TOYOseP1Vt

— KEVIL (@RealKevinNoel) August 8, 2026

Raye and Michael B Jordan at six flags pic.twitter.com/RZ4UDRdxqU

— Shaynemadeit (@shaynefreeman19) August 8, 2026

raye and michael b.? pic.twitter.com/xCTyNEBBeE

— Byaaa (@Bybywc) August 8, 2026

I guess Raye found her husband… and it’s Michael B Jordan pic.twitter.com/0F6gf2hMSv

— agathaismyfriend (@agathaismyfrie1) August 8, 2026

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Okay, okay, okay… 2 very talented people who are ridiculously hot and at a theme park and him wearing those dungs…

I could certainly appreciate this actually being a thing. https://t.co/FGlF7ngL85 pic.twitter.com/RQ0kRxywFE

— Lyn🌺 (@_ayandamay) August 8, 2026

Congratulations to Raye. I’m so happy for you! “Oh look at me I’m Raye and I’m riding roller coasters with Michael B Jordan” pic.twitter.com/fElMJ7lUVj

— Tia Wouldn’t Wanna Be Ya 💋 (@t_shaaee) August 8, 2026

wdym Michael B Jordan might be dating Raye.. pic.twitter.com/aZ50HScObO

— flo 🌪️ (@ISLED3LFINO) August 8, 2026

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Idg the fuss about RAYE and Michael B. Jordan meeting??? It could literally mean nothing lol

— Kay (@legendaarykay) August 8, 2026

Michael b Jordan & Raye at six flags???? i am here for itttt pic.twitter.com/uSA0WRp4Kk

— Dihj 🧁 (@blushiikurraa) August 8, 2026

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A Look At Michael B. Jordan’s Last Public Relationship 

Roomies, you might recall that MBJ’s last high-profile relationship was with Lori Harvey. However, it’s been four years since the two were romantically linked. He and his “Turtle” dated for about 1.5 years, before splitting in June 2022. The first sightings of them together happened in late 2020, being spotted in Atlanta and then again in Salt Lake City. By January 2021, the ex-couple were Instagram official. Following the split, a source told PEOPLE that Michael and Lori Harvey were both heartbroken but weren’t on the same page and pace about committing long-term.

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Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, has died. He was 68.

“Club Atlético Newell’s Old Boys bids farewell with deep sorrow and grief to Jorge Messi, who passed away at the age of 68 in the city of Rosario,” Lionel’s first soccer club, the Newell’s Old Boys, wrote in a Saturday, August 8, X statement. “[Jorge was a] recognized leproso fan, businessman and father of the Argentine national team captain, Lionel Andrés Messi.”

The statement continued, “Jorge was the pillar and the person who supported with vision, rigor, and affection the career of the greatest player of all time alongside his wife, Celia Cuccittini. His constant companionship and behind-the-scenes leadership were essential in backing every step of Lionel, from his beginnings at Malvinas to the pinnacle of world football glory. Thank you for teaching him to love these colors.”

The Old Boys’ Board of directors, members and athletes went on to offer their condolences to Cuccittini, 66, Lionel, 39, and their entire family in their Saturday statement.

Multiple Spanish and Argentine outlets reported that Jorge, who served as his son’s longtime business agent, died in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina, on Friday, August 7.

Lionel has not publicly addressed his father’s death at the time of publication.

In addition to Lionel, Jorge and Cuccittini shared sons Rodrigo and Matías, as well as daughter María Sol, Jorge is survived by his wife, his four kids and his multiple grandchildren. (Lionel and his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, share three sons.)

Two months before Jorge’s death, news broke that the Messi patriarch was battling an undisclosed health scare.

“He is currently under medical supervision, recovering, and progressing favorably within his current condition,” a family statement shared with ESPN in June read. “Given the versions, rumors, and speculation that have circulated in recent hours, the family wishes to express its deep displeasure at the lack of sensitivity, respect, and scruples with which some people have treated a strictly private and family matter.”

At the time, the family declined to share details of Jorge’s condition or diagnosis.

“We ask for responsibility, prudence and compassion. A person’s health and the peace of mind of those around them should not be subject to speculation or irresponsible media interest,” the told the outlet. “We sincerely appreciate the expressions of affection, respect and concern received, and we request that the privacy, confidentiality, and intimacy of Jorge and his entire family be respected during this process.”

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Lionel had been representing Argentina in the 2026 World Cup at the time, where he was seen getting emotional after scoring the first goal in his team’s first qualifying match against Algeria.

“Why did I cry? It was something completely unrelated ​to football. I went through some ​difficult days,” the pro athlete told reporters afterward. “ I’m grateful to the entire delegation and my teammates because they were always by ​my side, ​giving me a lot of strength to help me get through ​it.”

Lionel led the Argentine national team to the World Cup final in July, which they ultimately lost 1-0 to Spain in extra time.

David Fincher‘s reported planned expansion of the “Squid Game” universe has apparently been shelved. Netflix is said to have moved away from the project as its approach to the global franchise evolved.

The decision reportedly followed shifting priorities at the streamer as Fincher focused on other projects.

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David Fincher’s long-rumored “Squid Game” spinoff is reportedly dead at Netflix after spending years in development.

Sources close to the filmmaker told The Playlist that the streamer is no longer moving forward with “Heckler,” the working title for Fincher’s planned English-language take on the hit Korean franchise. The project was conceived as an American version of “Squid Game,” although filming was expected to take place in the UK.

“Utopia” creator Dennis Kelly had reportedly been tapped to write the series, with development dating back to a period when Netflix was eager to expand “Squid Game” with a U.S. adaptation.

Cate Blanchett’s ‘Squid Game’ Cameo Wasn’t A Spinoff Tease

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According to insiders, Netflix’s franchise priorities changed amid executive shakeups and the project’s lengthy development process.

The report comes after Cate Blanchett’s surprise appearance as an American recruiter in the “Squid Game” series finale. Her character is seen playing ddakji, a Korean game in which players try to flip a folded paper tile by striking it with another, with a man in a Los Angeles alley.

The cameo fueled speculation that she could be connected to Fincher’s project. However, creator Hwang Dong-hyuk denied that her cameo was intended as a setup for the spinoff. According to The Playlist, “Heckler” was never developed around Blanchett or her character.

Director Hwang Explains Why Blanchett Was Cast

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Hwang had a very specific idea in mind when choosing Blanchett for the brief but memorable role in “Squid Game.” The creator told Netflix’s Tudum that he wanted the American recruiter to be a woman because he believed the choice would make the character more “dramatic and intriguing.”

Blanchett then emerged as his ideal candidate because the part required an actor capable of commanding attention with very little dialogue. “She’s just the best, with unmatched charisma,” Hwang said, adding that the production needed someone who could “dominate the screen with just one or two words.”

He also viewed Blanchett’s character as a deliberate counterpart to Gong Yoo’s recruiter from the Korean storyline. “If Gong Yoo is the Korean Recruiter, I thought she would be the perfect fit as the American Recruiter,” Hwang explained.

For the filmmaker, the casting ultimately served the finale itself. He wanted Blanchett’s brief appearance to deliver a “gripping and impactful ending” without requiring an extended introduction.

Hwang Reveals The Message Behind ‘Squid Game’s L.A. Ending

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Interestingly, Los Angeles was always part of Hwang’s plans for the ending, but not in the form viewers eventually saw.

The filmmaker told Vanity Fair that he initially imagined a happier conclusion to the season, which he ultimately abandoned as his ideas about the series’ message changed. That shift also gave Blanchett’s final appearance a larger purpose than simply teasing another series.

Hwang explained that although the Korean arena where the deadly competition was staged had been destroyed, he wanted the closing scene to show that the organization behind the Games remained intact. Blanchett’s recruiter operating in Los Angeles made that point clear by revealing that the same system was still finding new players in the U.S.

David Fincher Moves On With ‘The Adventures Of Cliff Booth’

While “Heckler” may have stalled, Fincher has been busy bringing another Netflix project to life. “The Adventures of Cliff Booth” reunites the director with Brad Pitt, who reprises his Oscar-winning role from Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.” Tarantino wrote the script, while Fincher stepped behind the camera.

Production reportedly wrapped in January, with the movie following Booth years after the events of the 2019 film. He is now working as a Hollywood fixer in a changing Los Angeles. The project marks the fourth movie collaboration between Fincher and Pitt. They previously teamed up on “Seven,” “Fight Club,” and “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.”

Leonardo DiCaprio, however, will not return as Rick Dalton. The actor confirmed that he had been involved in early discussions but ultimately stayed out of the project, while praising Fincher as the “perfect man for the job.” Netflix plans to give the movie an IMAX theatrical run beginning November 25 before its streaming debut on December 23.

Ariana Grande can always count on her older brother, Frankie Grande — no matter what.

“Family forever. I will have your back until the end of time,” Frankie, 43, wrote via Instagram on Friday, August 7, sharing footage from the final night of Ariana’s Eternal Sunshine Tour. “I am so proud of you and so happy for you.”

He continued, “Last night was a beautiful celebration of your artistry and the magnificent eternal sunshine family you have built and created. It was a magical night. You are magical. You are my everything and I am so so happy I was there to see you shine on this tour one last time.”

In a second post shared via social media, Frankie gushed that Ariana, 33, put on “the greatest concert [he’s] ever seen.”

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“I’ve never experienced anything quite like it. It was cinematic, theatrical, intimate, spectacular, and vocally flawless all at once,” the influencer gushed via Instagram earlier this week. “Somehow it felt like a Broadway show, a film, and a concert existing in the same magical space. The way live performance and cinema danced together was unlike anything I’ve ever seen. And then … there was the singing.”

Frankie added, “I’ve said it before and I’ll say it forever: I believe my sister is the greatest singer of all time. There is simply no substitute for hearing those songs performed live. Her artistry, her musicianship, her storytelling, and a discography that is truly unmatched all came together in what I genuinely believe is the highest expression of her craft.”

The Big Brother alum further marveled at Ariana’s vocal talents, calling his sibling a “once-in-a-lifetime artist at the absolute peak of her powers.”

“I’m so incredibly proud. So deeply inspired, and so grateful that the world gets to experience this version of her,” Frankie concluded. “Brava, sister. What a gift you are.”

Just before wrapping the Eternal Sunshine Tour, Ariana’s spokesperson confirmed that the Oscar nominee planned to take a break from the public eye amid an onslaught of public scrutiny about her body, assumed weight and perceived health.

“It is something that I had decided, a plan I had quietly made a long time ago, and it’s a decision that was made from a thoughtful and empowered place,” Ariana said during her Monday, August 3, concert, without addressing the criticism of her appearance. “No matter what noises exist out there, nothing will be able to distort my reality or be more real to me or not as real to me than this love that we share and how it feels to make art with people that I love and respect. Absolutely nothing will change that.”

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Ariana’s body had been criticized following the recent release of her “Petal” music video. While the Wicked actress never addressed the recent claims pertaining to disordered eating, she has long been vocal about navigating the conversation.

“I don’t do this often. I don’t like it. I’m not good at it,” Grande previously said in an April 2023 social media video. “I just want to address your concerns about my body. There are ways to compliment someone or to ignore something that you don’t like that I think we should help each other work toward. Just to aim towards keeping each other safer. There are many different kinds of beautiful. There are many different ways to look healthy and beautiful.”

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Roomies, sometimes the person you thought you’d be walking into the next chapter with ends up being the person you have to learn to walk away from. Erica Raven and NLE Choppa had been serving up a romance that quickly turned serious, but now the singer and TV personality is letting folks know that her relationship status has changed — and she’s asking for a little support while she works through it.

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Erica Raven Confirms She & NLE Choppa Have Split

On Thursday, Erica took to Instagram to address questions about whether she and NLE Choppa, whose real name is Bryson LaShun Potts, were still together. In a video, Erica confirmed that the two are no longer a couple and revealed that she is now single. She captioned the post simply, “Pray for me.”

Erica opened up about the split, saying she did her best to be the best fiancée she could and gave the relationship as much love as she could. She explained that sometimes that still isn’t enough and said she’s now choosing to move forward on her own while focusing on herself.

Here’s What Erica Raven Said In The Video

The 23-year-old also described the past three weeks as “very rough” and said she’s been trying to regain control of her life. While Erica made it clear there’s no ill will toward NLE Choppa, she said she continues to send him support and prayers while asking women to show her some love as she navigates the difficult moment.

In the video, Erica revealed:

“I did the best to be the best fiancée. And I showed up as much as I can. I gave as much love as I can. But sometimes, it’s just not enough. So, I will be moving forward by my lonesome, focusing on myself. I’m sending him support. I’m sending him prayers. There’s no ill will. But, I just gotta focus on me now. It’s been very hard for me. It’s been a very rough 3 weeks. And I’m just trying to push through and regain control of my sh*t. You know? Please send me some support. Please send me some love. Woman-to-woman, like, we all be going through this. I’m only 23, so it’s been hard. But, we’re gonna keep pushing. And we’re gonna focus on ourselves now.”

What We Know About Erica Raven & NLE Choppa’s Love Story

Erica Raven and NLE Choppa first sparked romance rumors in October 2025 after they shared a photo together that showed the rapper leaning against a Cadillac truck while Erica kissed him. Just a few months later, their relationship took another major step when NLE Choppa proposed to Erica over Christmas, sharing footage of the December 26, 2025 proposal. Now, less than a year after going public and getting engaged, the pair have seemingly gone their separate ways.

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Sandra Bullock just solved one of fashion’s biggest seasonal dilemmas: what do you wear when it’s too cool for a T-shirt but far too warm for a chunky sweater? That awkward stretch between summer and fall calls for layers that feel light, look polished and work from morning coffee runs to chilly evening dinners. Luckily, Bullock’s latest sweater look delivered the perfect answer.

Recently spotted in New York City, the actress leaned into her signature understated style wearing a slouchy taupe V-neck knit with loose black pants, a black tote, fishnet flats and oval sunglasses. The relaxed sweater gave the entire outfit that effortless rich-mom feel, proving you don’t need loud trends to look incredibly chic. It’s the kind of piece you’ll reach for again and again once temperatures start bouncing between seasons.

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While we couldn’t track down Bullock’s exact sweater, we did find a nearly identical Amazon version that’s currently 39% off, bringing the price down to just $20. Available in the same soft taupe she wore, plus chocolate brown, navy and several other versatile neutrals, it comes in sizes XS through XXL and captures the same relaxed, polished vibe.

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The Anrabess sweater nails everything that makes Bullock’s look work so well. The lightweight knit offers just enough warmth for unpredictable weather, while the relaxed fit creates that easy, slouchy silhouette without looking oversized. Finished with subtle ribbed cuffs and a ribbed hem, it looks equally chic tucked into trousers, half-tucked into jeans or layered over a tank on cooler mornings.

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Ariana Grande‘s brother, Frankie Grande, posted an emotional tribute to his sister amid the ongoing public scrutiny. Frankie has always been his sister’s biggest supporter, cheering her on from inside the “Big Brother” house in 2016 and in the years that followed, all over social media.

To celebrate the end of Ariana’s North American leg of her “Eternal Sunshine Tour,” Frankie posted an emotional tribute, praising his younger sister.

“Family forever. I will have your back until the end of,” Frankie, 43, said about the “Petal” singer. “I am so proud of you and so happy for you.”

Frankie’s post featured videos and pictures of his sister on stage, singing hits from her seventh album of the same name. “Last night was a beautiful celebration of your artistry and the magnificent eternal sunshine family you have built and created,” he wrote.

Frankie finished by praising his sister, calling her “magical” before reflecting on what she means to him. “It was a magical night. You are magical. You are my everything and I am so so happy I was there to see you shine on this tour one last time,” he said.

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Frankie Talked About His Sister On His Season Of ‘Big Brother’

It’s no secret how Frankie feels about his younger sister. During “Big Brother 16,” the former Broadway star opened up about his love for Grande, calling her a “mega pop star.”

When he first entered the game, Frankie was against people knowing who he was because he believed it would’ve put a target on his back. “They will assume that if there is an America’s vote or America’s player that I will win it because I have a viral following. So if I am recognized as soon as I get into the house, I have to win and I have to do damage control,” he said, according to PEOPLE.

However, he was able to keep his identity a secret until the middle of the season, when he revealed it all to the remaining houseguests.

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Ariana Grande Is Stepping Away From The Public Eye After Tour Concludes

Frankie’s heartwarming post comes days after a representative for Ariana said that the “Victorious” alum would step away from the public eye once she wraps the European leg of the “Eternal Sunshine Tour.”

“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 spokesperson said, per The Blast. “This tour has been a beautiful experience for her. She loves her fans and has loved every minute of this tour so much.”

Ariana Grande Talks Candidly About Feeling Pressure From The Public As They Discuss Her Body

While it’s unclear exactly why the singer is stepping away from the public eye beginning in September 2026, it’s rumored that the ongoing conversation surrounding her body has fueled the decision. Grande, unfortunately, has been the subject of scrutiny since she began promoting “Wicked” alongside Cynthia Erivo several years ago.

In 2023, Grande shared candidly on TikTok that the statements about her body had gone on for far too long and reminded her followers that while she’s a public figure, she also has feelings. “I think we should be gentler and less comfortable commenting on people’s bodies, no matter what,” she said. “There are ways to compliment someone or to ignore something that you see that you don’t like that I think we should help each other work towards.”

Ariana Addresses The Crowd At Her Chicago Show, Tells Fans She’s OK

During her stop in Chicago, Grande addressed her fans with a 4-minute speech and handwritten note, revealing that the statement about her taking a break had been “blown out of proportion.”

“The announcement that was made yesterday was not a reactive or impulsive thing. It is something that I had decided to plan, and have quietly made, a long time ago,” Grande told her fans directly, assuring them that things were OK. “No matter what noises exist out there, nothing will be able to distort my reality or be more real to me or not as real to me as this love that we share.”

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Jeremiah Duggar’s sister-in-law Alaythia Wissmann appeared to confirm the sex of his fourth baby with wife Hannah Duggar.

“Aww I love y’all!!! He’s the cutest! 🤍,” Alaythia, 26, wrote via Instagram comment on Friday, August 7, after Jeremiah, 27, and Hannah, 31, shared photos of the couple next to their three daughters and their infant swaddled in a knit blue onesie. Alaythia’s use of the pronoun “he” seemingly confirmed that her sister recently welcomed a son.

The Counting On alum and Hannah, who have been married since 2022, shared the new family photos earlier on Friday.

“The sweetest moments we’ve ever known,” Jeremiah and Hannah, who never publicly announced that they were expecting a baby, captioned the joint upload. “Life feels busier than ever, yet we find ourselves trying to slow down to just soak in these days with our littles. And we wouldn’t have it any other way!”

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Counting On alum Jeremiah Duggar and his wife, Hannah Duggar, expanded their family with the recent arrival of baby No. 4. “The sweetest moments we’ve ever known,” Hannah, 31, wrote via Instagram on Friday, August 7, sharing a photo with Jeremiah, 27, and their three daughters peeking at a newborn dressed in a knit blue […]

Jeremiah and Hannah are also parents of three daughters: Brynley, 3, Brielle, 2, and Emery, 15 months.

While the couple did not share further details about their new addition’s name, sex or birth date, several members of their extended family offered their well-wishes. Jeremiah’s sister Jana Duggar, as well as his sister-in-laws Abbie Duggar and Maddie Grace Duggar all “liked” the announcement. Kori Wissman, the wife of Hannah’s brother Andrew Wissman, also celebrated the happy news in the comments section.

“I love these! Love you and your beautiful little family so much! 🤍,” Kori, 36, replied.

Just months before Jeremiah and Hannah welcomed their son, the duo celebrated daughter Emery’s first birthday.

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“I tried not to blink, but somehow a year has gone by and our little baby is 1!” Hannah wrote via Instagram in May. “The way you crinkle your nose and give the cutest grin is like the brightest sunshine and keeps all of us smiling right back at you. You are such a little mover and we absolutely adore having you as part of our family. Happy first birthday to our sparkly little Emery!!”

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The next generation of Duggars are here and more are on the way — because 19 Kids and Counting just wasn’t enough. It all started when Jim Bob Duggar and Michelle Duggar tied the knot in 1984 and started growing their family four years later. Since Josh’s 1988 birth, the couple have welcomed twins John-David […]

Jeremiah and Hannah began courting in October 2021, following his family’s tradition. Us exclusively confirmed in March 2022 that the pair said “I do” after a three-month engagement.

“Today was a perfect day, as we stood before our family and friends and committed our lives to each other,” they told Us at the time of their Nebraska nuptials. “It was such a beautiful culmination of so many prayers, dreams & desires! As we’ve seen God’s gracious hand in bringing our lives together, we are excited to see how He will continue to direct our paths.”

Shania Twain’s deeply personal new album has delivered the lowest chart debut of her celebrated career. The country music icon released her seventh studio album, “Little Miss Twain,” late last month, but the project entered the Billboard 200 at No. 131 after selling just 12,000 copies. The result represents a dramatic decline from 2023’s “Queen of Me,” which debuted at No. 10. However, Shania Twain has acknowledged that her latest record was not created with the same commercial focus as her previous releases.

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“Little Miss Twain” marks an unusually modest chart performance for an artist who has sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Twain previously topped the Billboard 200 with both 2002’s “Up!” and 2017’s “Now,” while “Queen of Me” gave her another top-10 album three years ago. Her latest project’s No. 131 debut now makes it the lowest-charting studio album of her career.

The disappointing opening does not erase Twain’s standing as one of the best-selling recording artists in history. It does, however, show the commercial risk she took by moving away from the accessible songwriting that helped define her biggest hits.

During interviews promoting the record, Twain explained that its material was far more intimate than what listeners had typically heard from her. The album explores her childhood and contains “a lot of things that I wouldn’t normally write about as a commercial songwriter,” she told Billboard Canada.

Shania Twain Admits She Felt Anxious About The Album

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Twain acknowledged that releasing such personal music left her feeling nervous about how listeners might respond. “I’m full of anxiety and excitement at the response, but even if you find one lyric that speaks to you or makes you feel something, I’ll be happy,” she wrote on Instagram.

For the singer, creating the album required revisiting painful experiences while reflecting on her younger self and her late mother. “The emotional journey on this album was a true rollercoaster, and there were moments where I felt like I was sitting with my younger self while my mother looked over me. It was very painful at times, but telling some of these stories out loud was also incredibly healing, and then there was the fun and laughter,” Twain continued.

Although its chart debut fell far below her previous releases, Twain’s remarks suggest that she measured the album’s value through emotional connection rather than sales alone.

She also thanked fans who have remained with her as her music and identity evolved. “Thank you for going into the next chapter with me, it’s not easy to evolve as an artist and keep your people with you, but you’ve been loyal and supportive through it all,” she wrote.

The Country Icon Has Struggled With Her Changing Appearance

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The album’s release follows a period in which Twain has spoken candidly about aging, menopause and her changing relationship with her body. “I go from being this young, stunning figure, beautiful skin, everything’s in the right place to a time in my life where I couldn’t look in the mirror because all I could see were imperfections and not wanting to be that curvy thing,” she told PEOPLE in July.

Twain explained that she eventually realized protecting her well-being was more important than attempting to control every change in her appearance. “It is well-being first, always, to becoming an older woman and now looking in the mirror, no problem. I’m like, I just have to get over this because every day that goes by, I’m getting older; the dips and bulges and the sags are just getting more and more prominent,” she said.

Rather than attempting to recreate how she looked at the height of her early fame, the performer has challenged herself to accept the person she is now. “I’m not trying to be 30. I’m not trying to be 25, and I won’t be ever again. That’s my own fault for not looking in the mirror when I was younger, and shame on me,” Twain explained.

“I encourage everybody: enjoy yourself the way you are right now and love it,” she added. “Vanity is not worth torture. I’m just learning every phase that I go through, and I adapt.”

Shania Twain Faces Criticism Over Her Revealing Stage Outfits

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Twain’s remarks arrived amid criticism of the outfits she wore while opening for Harry Styles in London. The comments added to the age- and body-shaming Twain has faced while continuing to embrace revealing fashion at 60.

However, the singer made it clear that criticism from strangers would not dictate how she presents herself. “My body is not shameable. That courage comes with time and maturity. Body shaming is nothing that’s going to affect me,” she said.

Shania Twain Is Embracing A New Chapter

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“Little Miss Twain” may not have matched the chart performances of “Queen of Me,” “Up!” or “Now,” but Twain entered the release knowing its subject matter was less commercial than her previous work.

The album gave her an opportunity to explore childhood experiences, confront painful memories and create music that she described as personally healing.