After years of delays, rewrites, and uncertainty surrounding Marvel Studios’ long troubled Blade reboot, Mahershala Ali has finally addressed the project’s cancellation in his most candid comments yet.

Speaking with GQ while promoting his new film Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, Ali made it clear that he’s no longer dwelling on the failed Marvel project and has found peace with how everything unfolded.

“If they wanted to do it, we would’ve done it,” Ali told GQ. “So I have to move on, and I have moved on.”

The Oscar winner was first announced as Marvel’s new Blade during San Diego Comic Con in 2019, a reveal that instantly became one of the MCU’s biggest casting announcements. However, after multiple directors departed, several writers took over the screenplay, and the film was repeatedly delayed, Marvel ultimately shelved the project. Earlier this month, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige admitted he felt “like a gigantic loser and a failure” that the film never came together.

Despite the disappointment, Ali says the experience wasn’t a complete loss.

“The best way I can answer this question is, when I look at what is for me, is it was either this or that and I’ll take this. No offense to them,” Ali explained. “I’ve been doing this professionally for pushing 30 years now, and one thing I’ve learned is that what is for you is for you and what is not is not.”

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Instead of starring as Marvel’s vampire hunter, Ali reunited with former Blade director Bassam Tariq to create the original action drama Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother. The actor believes the film ultimately became a more rewarding creative experience than the Marvel reboot could have been.

“When I look at this and Blade, I couldn’t have done both,” Ali said. “The reason this even exists is because that project fell apart… I was able to use those skills that I had been working on for over a year training for Blade. In that way, I feel creatively redeemed on some level.”

Ali also acknowledged that the first teaser for the new film intentionally included him wielding a sword, something many fans viewed as a nod to the character they never got to see him play.

“I’m glad we were able to satisfy that and kind of move on,” he said, adding that while audiences may have expected a big budget superhero spectacle, the smaller scale project allowed them to tell a much deeper and more personal story.

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As for whether fans should continue asking him about Marvel’s canceled reboot, Ali made his position perfectly clear.

“I’m good,” he said with a laugh. “Again, you had me under contract, they have billions of dollars, if they wanted to do the movie, we would’ve done the movie. So we’re not doing the movie… I feel ready to move on from the Blade questions. Those questions are for them. They didn’t want to do it, so they should answer that question.”

For many Marvel fans, Ali’s comments offer long awaited closure on one of the MCU’s most infamous canceled projects. While his version of Blade never made it to the big screen, the actor has made it clear he’s looking ahead, not back.

Ian Bohen is known for his role as Ryan on Yellowstone — but is there a chance he could reprise the character on Dutton Ranch with his onscreen love interest Lainey Wilson?

“It would be interesting to see where Abby and Ryan are within that world,” Bohen, 49, exclusively told Us at the red carpet premiere for Lioness, another of Taylor Sheridan‘s hit Paramount+ series, on Wednesday, July 29, in New York City.

Bohen didn’t rule out the possibility.

“They got one season under their belt and they’re figuring out their future and their arc for the next several seasons,” he noted. “Maybe there’ll be a spot for those two people to show up and contribute. That’d be great.”

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The hit Paramount+ franchise started with Sheridan’s hit series Yellowstone, which premiered in 2018.

Fans got to know Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser’s characters, Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler, who had a decades-long relationship enduring peaks and pitfalls. The original show came to an end in 2024, later expanding its universe with Luke Grimes‘ CBS show Marshals and now Dutton Ranch.

Bohen, for his part, has continued to work with Sheridan, 56, on other TV projects. He joined season 3 of Lioness, which premieres on August 2.

Created by Sheridan, Lioness is a spy thriller that follows the leader of a CIA team that enlists female operatives — known as Lionesses — to go undercover in the war on terror.

“Taylor’s words are extraordinary — of course — on the page. As far as an on the day collaborator, he’s attentive and he listens and he’s a very good communicator,” the actor told Us. “When you talk with him about what you’re doing on set and a scene and a direction, he makes you feel like you’re important.”

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Bohen called getting to keep appearing in Sheridan’s shows a “treat,” adding, “It’s like working with a really good buddy. So I’m blessed to continue to work with him and I look forward to continuing that in the future.”

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When asked by Us whether Bohen would want to be in Sheridan’s other existing shows — such as Landman — Bohen showed his support.

“From your lips to God’s ears,” he said. “But also who knows what the future holds.”

Lioness returns to Paramount+ on Sunday, August 2.

Tom Selleck is renewing his criticism of CBS over the cancellation of “Blue Bloods,” revealing that the cast had already sacrificed part of their salaries to keep the long-running drama alive. The 81-year-old actor claimed the ensemble agreed to a 25% pay reduction despite the show remaining one of broadcast television’s strongest performers. Selleck, who portrayed New York City Police Commissioner Frank Reagan throughout the show’s run, argued that neither the cast nor the story had run out of steam when CBS ended the series in 2024.

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Appearing on Ted Danson’s “Where Everybody Knows Your Name” podcast, Selleck revealed the extent of the cast’s efforts to prevent the cancellation.

“The real truth to that is in the last year of [the series], at our last family dinner, everybody wanted to come back. We’d already taken a 25% cut in salary,” Selleck said, adding that they had already “done all sorts of things to keep the show going.”

Selleck was reportedly earning approximately $200,000 per episode before the reduction. Across a traditional 22-episode season, that rate would have amounted to roughly $4.4 million. His reported salary dropped to approximately $150,000 per episode during the final season. Despite those financial concessions, CBS moved forward with concluding “Blue Bloods” after 14 seasons.

Tom Selleck Says The Show Was ‘Certainly Not Out Of Ideas’

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Selleck also pushed back against any suggestion that the procedural drama had reached the natural end of its creative life. The actor said “Blue Bloods” was “certainly not out of ideas” and pointed to its enduring popularity as evidence that the series could have continued.

“Out of the top 100 shows on broadcast television, Blue Bloods was number six in our fifteenth year. Nobody wanted to leave. It may be some kind of record to have the same cast intact for that length of time,” he said.

The drama premiered on September 24, 2010, and went on to become CBS’ second-longest-running scripted series behind “NCIS.” Selleck previously expressed similar frustration during a 2024 interview as the final episodes approached.

“During those last eight shows, I haven’t wanted to talk about an ending for ‘Blue Bloods’ but about it still being wildly successful,” he said. “In a Top 100 Shows of 2023-2024 (in total viewers, we were number 9 out of 100), if you discount the three football shows, we’re #6!”

Actor Believes ‘Blue Bloods’ Was Taken For Granted

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According to Selleck, the show’s consistent performance may have ultimately caused the network to undervalue it. “My frustration is the show was always taken for granted because it performed from the get-go,” he explained.

Selleck noted that “Blue Bloods” reliably attracted an audience despite airing on Friday nights, a time slot that networks have traditionally viewed as difficult.

“I’m not going to turn into a bitter old guy saying, ‘Get off my lawn!’ I don’t believe in holding grudges, but if you were to say to the television network, ‘Here’s a show you can program in the worst time slot you got, and it is going to guarantee you winning Friday night for the next 15 years,’ it would be almost impossible to believe,” he said.

The actor admitted that he was still processing how such a dependable show could be brought to an end while viewers and cast members remained invested. “So how do I feel? It’s going to take a long time to sort all of this out,” Selleck said.

Tom Selleck Struggled To Adjust After The Finale

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For 14 years, Selleck regularly traveled between his California ranch and the East Coast to film “Blue Bloods.” That routine ended abruptly once the final episode was completed, leaving the actor momentarily expecting to return to work as usual.

“I remember after the weekend [of the final episode’s shoot], I said, ‘I’ve got to get to bed early tonight because I have to do my dialogue for Monday.’ Well, there was no Monday. It’s just going to take a while,” he recalled.

Selleck reportedly returned to his California ranch with his wife, Jillie Mack, following the conclusion of the series. The actor remained confident that viewers were not prepared to lose the Reagan family.

“CBS will find an awful lot of people aren’t ready to say goodbye to it,” he said at the time. “The show’s more popular than ever, and I think [numbers] will increase with the interest this year. We’re certainly not out of ideas.”

CBS Called The Series A ‘Beloved’ Part Of Its Legacy

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CBS Entertainment and CBS Studios acknowledged the show’s popularity in a joint statement announcing its conclusion. “Blue Bloods will forever be a beloved part of CBS’s legacy,” the network executives said. “It ruled Friday nights with unprecedented dominance since its premiere and established itself as a pillar of our winning lineup with an exceptionally devoted fan base.”

“We’ll be forever grateful to the legendary Leonard Goldberg for developing this signature series and to the amazing cast led by Tom Selleck, who America embraced as a family and watched as welcomed guests at the Reagan dinner table,” they added.

However, those words have done little to ease Selleck’s frustration over the decision, or his concerns about life without the show’s steady income. “You know, hopefully I keep working enough to hold on to the place,” Selleck previously said of his 63-acre ranch.

When asked whether that was seriously a concern if he stopped working, he replied, “That’s always an issue, if I stopped working, yeah. Am I set for life? Yeah, but maybe not on a 63-acre ranch!”

“Renovation Aloha” stars Tristyn and Kamohai Kalama are pushing back against the belief that their real estate success was built on family money. The married HGTV personalities revealed that they were once carrying approximately $80,000 in debt and occasionally needed assistance paying their rent before establishing their business. Although Kamohai’s father, banking executive Corbett Kalama, has achieved considerable success, the television star insists he never received money from him to launch the couple’s real estate company.

In an Instagram video shared Tuesday, Kamohai opened up about the financial hardship he and Tristyn endured before entering the real estate industry. According to the HGTV star, the couple was in a “dire situation when we found real estate” and had accumulated “like $80,000 in bad debt.”

Kamohai said their struggle reflected the financial pressure experienced by many residents of Hawaii because “like a lot of people here in Hawaii, just because it’s so expensive” to live there. At their lowest point, the couple reportedly found themselves “asking for help for rent some months.”

‘Renovation Aloha’ Stars Deny Having Trust Funds

Kamohai also addressed assumptions about his upbringing and his father’s success in the banking industry. He insisted that he did not grow up with a “silver spoon” and is not a “trust fund baby.”

Tristyn joked that she would not necessarily object to receiving one in the future. “I’ll still take a trust fund if anyone wants to make me a beneficiary,” she quipped.

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Kamohai explained that “his whole family started from nothing” and denied receiving a loan or investment from his father when launching the couple’s company. “The fact of the matter is, I’ve never taken a penny from my dad to start a real estate company, nor has he invested in it at all,” Kamohai said. “I think a lot of people get that twisted.”

The Couple Says Their Success Came From Taking Risks

Tristyn and Kamohai expanded upon their story in the caption accompanying their Instagram video. They began by emphasizing that “hard work doesn’t always look the way people think it does.”

“We didn’t come from money. We didn’t have trust funds. We didn’t have family writing checks to make our dreams happen,” they wrote.

Instead, the couple said their journey began with serious financial uncertainty and difficult decisions. “We came from debt. From wondering how we were going to pay the bills some months. From taking risks that could’ve gone either way. From failing, learning, and getting back up again.”

Their eventual success did not eliminate public criticism. According to the pair, the scrutiny became more intense as their business and television profiles grew.

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Tristyn And Kamohai Kalama Address Assumptions About Their Success

The HGTV stars explained that as they have “grown, the criticism hasn’t gotten quieter,” but instead has become “louder.” They believe some people would rather create their own explanations for the couple’s achievements than accept how much work went into building their career.

“People create stories to explain your success,” they said, “because it’s easier than believing it came from years of sacrifice, consistency, and relentless work.”

According to the pair, criticism can come from people at every level. They wrote that “the ones above you try to keep you down, and the ones below you think you got it handed to you.”

However, the couple said their actual path was much less dramatic than the stories people may tell about them. The TV personalities declared that “the truth is far less glamorous,” explaining that they “just kept showing up.”

HGTV Couple Encourages Followers Not To Give Up

Tristyn and Kamohai concluded their message by encouraging those currently facing financial or professional uncertainty to continue working toward their goals. “If you’re in a season where it feels impossible, keep going. Don’t let someone else’s assumptions make you question your own journey. Your story isn’t finished yet,” they advised.

Their own journey ultimately took them from mounting debt and difficulties covering rent to a successful real estate business and a television series centered on their work in O’ahu, Hawaii. “Renovation Aloha” premiered on HGTV in 2024. The series follows Tristyn and Kamohai as they renovate neglected properties on the island before transforming them into homes for local families.

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The program has aired 30 episodes across three seasons.

Living in New York City, I’ve learned just how important comfortable and stylish shoes truly are. I’ve had my fair share of epic fails, ending with blisters, chafing and lots of Band-Aids, which is why I was shocked when I came across these sleek platform sandals that actually feel like plush little clouds under my feet.

The thing is, the brand behind these sandals is known for delivering ultra-comfortable shoes, but if you ask me — a shopping editor who has been in the media world for a decade — they’re also notorious for being, ehem, ugly. But these? Well, they’re anything but. Another wow-worthy note? They’re Crocs.

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No, that is not a typo. The Brooklyn Low Wedge Sandals are a top seller from Crocs, earning over 16,300 five-star ratings from fans, and clearly I’m one of them. I slipped on the Crocs over two years ago on a whim. Honestly, I didn’t have high hopes, but the shoes definitely proved me wrong. The cushion, chic appearance and extra height give them staying power. It’s a combo that makes them a top contender in my closet and why I’m still reaching for them to this day.

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The TikTok-famous sandals are designed with a plush foam insole and an ergonomic construction that supports the curves of my feet. It’s why I can walk from my apartment to the subway, stand at an hours-long concert and dance the night away at a summer rooftop without fail. Just think: the sandals have the same build as the brand’s O.G. clogs. . . they’re just way cuter.

Crafted with minimalism at the forefront, these sandals look elevated, clean and posh. I credit the wide bands and adjustable back strap for that. Plus, the 1.9-inch wedge heel gives me a bit of height, which is a huge plus for this 5’2″ girlie. And for this reason, they’re my heel alternative, especially in NYC.

The sandals are made with the brand’s ‘Matlite’ material, which has an almost plastic-like feel. They’re a bit smoother yet are super flexible, which I appreciate. The only problem is that if I sweat in the summer, the straps tend to rub against my pinky toe. However, other shoppers did not have that same experience. And after a few years of wear, I’ve noticed a few scratches on the top, but truthfully, that’s only if I really look at them. They’re black after all!

I’m not the only Us Weekly editor who loves the shoes. Commerce editor Lauren Anderson also wears the shoes constantly, calling them “literally my favorite shoe.” She explained, “They have the cushioned arch support of an orthotic shoe but the style of a designer wedge sandal. I get compliments whenever I wear them, and people are always so shocked to learn they’re Crocs!”

I love the classic, chic black shade, which goes with everything including summer dresses, tanks and jeans as well as tees and maxi skirts. Yes, I have worn the Crocs with all of the above. But we like having choices, and these sandals come in over 12 options ranging from neutral beige hues to sparkly brown styles.

The Crocs Brooklyn sandals are one of those summer styles that you didn’t think could be *this* comfortable until you try them on and realize you were so, so wrong. Trust me, I know. If you want to see what all the hype is about, don’t miss out on trying the popular sandals for yourself!

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After weeks of mounting pressure, the Mississippi State Medical Examiner’s Office has completed Nolan Wells‘ autopsy. But the public won’t learn the results of it anytime soon! It will remain sealed until a grand jury gets eyes on it first. During the wait for the completion,  social media users had already demanded that the lead examiner step down after digging into her history of “accidental” rulings.

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Nolan Wells’ Formal Autopsy Completed, What’s Next?

NBC News was the first to report the completed autopsy, citing direct confirmation from the officials involved. The Mississippi State Medical Examiner’s Office reportedly conducted the autopsy on July 7, one day after his body was recovered. Wells traveled to Horn Island via boat with friends on July 4, but never made it home. Amid a mass search, a park ranger discovered his body two days later in the water near the island. While local law enforcement quickly suggested the 18-year-old might’ve accidentally drowned, the Black community in particular, including his parents, didn’t fully buy into that narrative.

There’s been a heavy demand, from Nolan’s loved ones too, for transparency in the investigation and the autopsy results. And finally, as of Thursday, Mississippi has concluded the autopsy procedure. However, the public, Nolan Wells’ parents and even their legal rep, Ben Crump, won’t be seeing the final results for a hot minute.

That’s because last week the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office announced the results will remain sealed. DA Angel Myers McIlrath said a grand jury will be first to review the report after the death investigation is completed. The DA revealed that it’s standard practice for non-natural deaths to be presented to a jury. Additionally, McIlrath defended the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office prioritizing the investigation and withholding some information, despite the pressure. “The pressure for answers does not change what the work requires,” the DA added.

What Did The Independent Autopsy Show?

While the official autopsy is just wrapping, the public learned the findings of the independent autopsy last week. With the financial assistance of Colin Kaepernick, Nolan Wells’ family sent his body to Washington, D.C. for an independent autopsy. Dr. Roger Mitchell completed the procedure and Attorney Ben Crump announced the findings last Wednesday (July 22), revealing the autopsy was conducted on July 19.

Ultimately, the report cited Nolan Wells’ cause of death as “undetermined pending investigation.” Also, the date of his death is “unknown.” Furthermore, the report cited a “12×8-inch ‘soft tissue’ with red discoloration at the back of Nolan’s head. Crump called that “significant,” citing pictures he had reviewed.

One part of the independent autopsy that rocked social media was the missing body parts, per Dr. Mitchell. Wells’ body was sent to D.C. while missing “interior inner neck structures” and other parts of his neck, such as the trachea. Crump and team believe the Mississippi State Medical Examiner’s Office retained the structures for evaluation. At a press conference this week, Crump revealed that his team is working to obtain the missing body parts and other information for Dr. Mitchell’s evaluation.

Another standout note from the autopsy was that Nolan Wells’ body had “marked decomposition.” This made it impossible to determine whether Nolan had bruises or abrasions. Overall, Dr. Mitchell could not rule out whether any “intervening non-accidental factors contributed to or caused” Nolan’s death. He requires more information, including photos, from the state medical examiner to get more conclusive results.

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There are popular superheroes. There are titans of the box office. And then there’s the amazing Spider-Man. More than twenty years after Spidey swung into movie theatres for the first time, few could have seen just how enormous his cinematic appeal would still be two decades on, as audiences are still prepared to turn up in frankly ridiculous numbers whenever Peter Parker swings back onto the big screen. Tom Holland‘s Spider-Man might well be the most beloved superhero of all time at this stage, because Spider-Man: Brand New Day has barely started its theatrical run, and records are already tumbling.

In just one day of previews, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has generated more than $74 million, including $3.75 million from earlier screenings hosted by Amazon Prime, which is miles ahead of second place. Current estimates have the film’s preview haul potentially finishing closer to $75 million, around 20-25% above the previous record held by Avengers: Endgame and, even more remarkably, advance ticket sales are already reported to have surpassed $200 million, overtaking Endgame for the largest pre-sales total in box office history.

All of this means an absolutely enormous domestic opening on the table, while projections now have Brand New Day targeting $350 million or more across its opening weekend, which would put Holland’s fourth solo Spider-Man movie within touching distance of Endgame’s seemingly untouchable $357.1 million domestic debut. For comparison, No Way Home opened to $260.1 million in 2021 after generating an estimated $78 million in advance sales.

Is ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Worth Seeing?

All of this has happened along with critical acclaim from critics, with many hailing it as the best Spider-Man film since the heady days of Sam Raimi‘s direction. Opening-night audiences awarded Brand New Day an “A” CinemaScore, while Rotten Tomatoes has a critics score of 91% from 267 reviews, and an audience score of 98% from over 5,000 ratings.

Collider’s Charles Ridgely hailed it as the “best Spider-Man movie in 20 years”, adding that there “is a lot packed into Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and at over two hours and 20 minutes, it is on the longer side for a standalone Marvel movie, but somehow, it never feels needlessly overstuffed”.

Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, Brand New Day brings Holland back as Peter Parker alongside Zendaya as MJ and Jacob Batalon as Ned Leeds. The cast also features Sadie Sink, Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle/The Punisher, Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/Hulk, Michael Mando as Scorpion and Tramell Tillman as Bill Metzger.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is now playing in theatres.

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July 31, 2026

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Destin Daniel Cretton

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Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers, Steve Ditko, Stan Lee

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Megan Moroney was overcome with emotion as she abruptly ended her Denver concert after performing only two songs. The country singer took the stage at Ball Arena despite feeling unwell, hoping she had done enough to recover before the show. However, Moroney’s noticeably hoarse voice made it clear that she could not deliver the full performance her fans had expected. She tearfully apologized to the audience, promised to return and explained that she wanted concertgoers to receive the show they deserved.

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Fan footage circulating on TikTok shows Moroney struggling to speak as she addressed the crowd from the stage. “This is obviously the last thing I want to do, but I am obviously extremely sick, and I thought I did everything to make myself better and then obviously two songs in, I just can’t play this show tonight,” the 28-year-old said.

Moroney did not disclose the nature of her illness or explain when her symptoms first began. Her effort to continue with the concert ultimately proved unsuccessful, forcing her to make the difficult decision to stop before potentially worsening her condition.

The emotional moment unfolded just two songs into a performance that had been scheduled as part of Moroney’s ongoing “Cloud 9 Tour.”

Country Star Promises To Make It Up To Fans

Despite struggling to continue speaking, Moroney reassured the audience that she intends to return to Denver for another performance. “But I do, I will make it up to you guys. I absolutely promise I’ll be back. You’ll be able to come. But I wanna give you guys the show you deserve,” she said before dissolving into tears while repeatedly expressing how “sorry” she was that she could not finish the concert.

Instead of responding with frustration, fans inside Ball Arena erupted into cheers and offered encouragement from the crowd.

Megan Moroney’s Next Tour Date Is Set For Portland

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Moroney is currently touring in support of her album “Cloud 9,” with her next scheduled performance set for Saturday at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. It remains unclear whether she will be healthy enough to return to the stage by then. Her “Cloud 9 Tour” represents a major moment in the singer’s career as she brings her latest musical era to audiences across the country.

Country Artists Have Prioritized Their Health And Families

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Moroney’s emotional exit comes shortly after Bailey Zimmerman announced that he had canceled his upcoming shows in the United Kingdom and Europe to focus on “important family matters.”

“This was not an easy decision and it kills me to have to cancel because I know how excited everyone is… but right now I need to take this time to focus on important family matters. Everything is okay, it’s just my family needs my attention and that’s what I’ve gotta do,” Zimmerman told fans in an Instagram post.

The singer confirmed that he still intends to perform his scheduled North American shows in August. Afterward, he plans to step away to concentrate on himself, his family and new music. “Once again I’m so sorry to everybody that has waited so long… I hope y’all can understand that my family has to come first,” Zimmerman added.

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Megan Moroney Recently Launched ‘Cloud 9’ Cups With Raising Cane’s

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The health setback also comes as Moroney celebrates another milestone in her partnership with Raising Cane’s. Timed to her “Cloud 9 Tour,” the restaurant chain released two limited-edition collectors’ cups inspired by the singer’s signature pink style. The collection includes a glittery “Cloud 9” souvenir cup and a 24-ounce rhinestone tumbler featuring the Cane’s logo.

The $19.99 rhinestone tumbler was originally created as a one-of-a-kind gift for Moroney during an event in Athens, Georgia. After fans began asking for their own, Raising Cane’s founder Todd Graves transformed it into a limited-edition collectible. Two dollars from every tumbler sold will benefit the Megan Moroney Foundation, which promotes kindness and raises awareness for bullying prevention and mental health.

“My favorite thing about the Cane’s partnership is that it’s just so organic. My Twitter bio used to say, ‘Can I please get a Box Combo with an extra sauce and a Sprite,’” Moroney previously said. “It’s very easy to partner with Cane’s, and I love Todd. I love his story; he’s very hardworking, kind, and his whole family is wonderful. It’s fun, and I like to include Cane’s in all this exciting stuff.”

Kim Kardashian is enjoying some quality time with her niece Penelope Disick.

On Thursday, July 30, Kim, 45, shared photos and videos of her and Penelope enjoying a trip to a lake, with the Kardashians star paddling as the 14-year-old smiled for the camera.

The Instagram carousel also featured a sweet picture of Penelope posing with her cousin Chicago, 8, whom Kim shares with ex-husband Kanye West. (The former couple are also the parents of daughter North, 13, and sons Saint, 10, and Psalm, 7.)

“Lakemaxxing,” the All’s Fair actress captioned the post.

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Penelope’s other aunt Khloé Kardashian commented, “Gorgeous P.”

Penelope is the only daughter of Kim’s older sister, Kourtney Kardashian. In addition to Penelope, Kourtney shares sons Mason, 16, and Reign, 11, with ex Scott Disick. She also welcomed son Rocky, 2, with husband Travis Barker.

Penelope’s birth and upbringing were documented on E!’s Keeping Up With the Kardashians. She has also made appearances on Hulu’s The Kardashians.

In July 2025, Kourtney, 47, marked Penelope’s 13th birthday with a sweet Instagram tribute.

“My little lady is 13 🥺💘,” Kourtney captioned a carousel of images and videos from an Italian getaway to mark the occasion. “Being her mommy is one of the greatest things I have ever done. She inspires me to be a better person every day. I won’t ever have the words for how much joy and love she brings to my life. She is the cooooolessssst 🐞.”

Scott, 43, also gushed over Penelope, sharing a selfie of father and daughter via his Instagram Stories in May 2024.

“This little girl has made my life so much better,” he wrote over the snap. “I realy [sic] recommend having one.”

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While Kourtney and Scott officially went their separate ways in 2015, he has made numerous appearances on The Kardashians and the exes remain amicable coparents.

“The truth is, my problems shouldn’t affect the kids. Just because their mother and I couldn’t make it as a perfect, romantic couple shouldn’t have anything to do with the kids,” Scott exclusively told Us in June 2019. “They don’t deserve our mistakes, so we figured out a way. We still need to be as honest and as good to each other as if we were together. Let’s raise these children together and that’s it.”

He added, “We live a few miles apart and it’s simple. The fact that we’ve tried and made it work makes life that much better. I couldn’t imagine raising three children with somebody I couldn’t speak to every day.”

Here’s a look at what celebrities have been up to as of late!

Minka Kelly was out and about in New York City wearing the AGOLDE Arc Jean in Orten.

Tom Holland was out and about in Paris, France wearing Jimmy Fairly’s The Idro sunglasses. The actor also wore Jimmy Fairly’s The Etty sunglasses in Mumbai, India. He was also out in London, England in the line’s The Etty sunglasses before being spotted again in New York City wearing the brand’s The Napoli sunglasses and The Idro sunglasses.

Selena Gomez was out and about in London, England wearing earing Mejuri’s Stevie Hoop Earrings.

Kristen Stewart enjoyed dinner at Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica, California wearing Reebok’s Club C 85 sneakers.

Gigi Hadid shopped in Paris, France wearing Jimmy Fairly’s The Aela sunglasses.

SZA posed on Instagram wearing the Azalea Wang Onni Citron Wedge Sandal by AKIRA.

Kesha strolled in New York City wearing the Lounge Adelyn Balcony Bra and Adelyn Thong under a sheer dress.

Jennifer Lawrence was out and about in New York City wearing ALO’s 16″ High-Waist Airbrush Capri.

Martha Stewart appeared on TODAY in New York City wearing The Stashed Picky Jacket and The Stashed Hustler Roller Sneak in Whisk Me Away from MOTHER.

Charli XCX released her music video for “Camera” wearing the Honey Birdette Annalise Bra.

Chrissy Metz and Joey Fatone starred in the Broadway production of & Juliet at the Stephen Sondheim theatre in New York City.

Julia Roberts strolled in New York City wearing the Short Sleeve Striped Polo by TWP.

Kourtney Kardashian stopped by It’s Time TCG in Agoura Hills, California to pack battle KyKyRips while promoting her brand Lemme.

Hannah Waddingham attended the Season 4 premiere of Ted Lasso in Los Angeles, California wearing Monique Lhuillier Spring 2026 Metallic Raffia Floral Embroidered Tulle Strapless Sculpted Dress in Gold Multi.

Jenna Dewan and Emmanuelle Chriqui appeared on iHeartMedia’s podcast Waking Up with Ryan, where they spoke about their friendship.

Naomi Watts shared her love for the medicube Booster Pro in an interview with CNN Underscored.

Dua Lipa was out in New York City wearing Helsa’s Trouser with Attached Skirt.

DJ Khaled celebrated the launch of the MCM x DJ Khaled x We The Best collaboration at Boom at The Standard in New York City.

Anne Hathaway was out in New York City wearing the Venezia Top by Cult Gaia. The actress also posed on Instagram in the Stella Heel by Cult Gaia. The actress also stunned in The Odyssey after getting her glam done by makeup department head Luisa Abel using Typology’s Glow Drops T31.

Sofia Richie launched SRG Atelier’s Summer Collection featuring maxi dresses, babydoll silhouettes, halter tops, and coordinating sets with scarf details, open-back details with stone accents, and more in sizes XXS-XL with prices ranging from $60 to $400.

John Mayer was announced to perform an exclusive SiriusXM concert at Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, New York to celebrate his channel, Life with John Mayer.

Terry Dubrow appeared on Kelly Ripa’s Let’s Talk Off Camera podcast. more.

Stassi Schroder was out and about in New York City wearing the Armarium Mini Dress.

Heidi Montag performed at Neon Skies Festival in Alberta, Canada.

Michelle Branch celebrated the 25th anniversary of “The Spirit Room” album by speaking with Kat Corbett on SiriusXM’s PopRocks and performing “Everywhere,” “All You Wanted,” “Breathe,” and more at the SiriusXM LA studios in Los Angeles, California.

Lupita Nyong’o attended the premiere of The Odyssey in New York City wearing ALDO’s Forevermore Strappy Gold Heel. The actress also appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in New York City wearing the Alexandre Birman Pamela Satin 85 Black.

Dwyane Wade attended the WNBA All-Star 2026 game in Chicago, Illinois wearing the AGOLDE Darius Polo in Sand.

Hudson Williams posed on Instagram in the Roots Summer League Mesh Short 7.5 Inch.

Francois Arnaud attended the opening night of Broad Strokes in New York City wearing the Cade Camp Shirt paired with the Elvis Trousers from SIMKHAI.

DJ Bea Hardy performed at Chez Zsa Zsa by Les Filles, a traveling disco tent, ahead of the Three Nights of Music from the Films of West Anderson event at The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California.

Lindsie Chrisley released a two-part tell-all crossover across Coffee Convos and The Southern Tea podcasts.

Gia Giudice returned as a cast member for Season 2 of Bravo’s Next Gen NYC.

Nara Smith appeared on Call Her Daddy wearing the Le Seul Iris Slingback in Black Soft Calf.

Jennie performed at Polish Open’er Festival 2026 in Gdynia-Kosakowo, Poland wearing Bared Footwear’s Softtail Black Leather Knee High Boots. The singer also performed in Boston, Massachusetts wearing an archival look from Betsey Johnson’s Spring/Summer 1999 collection.

Dinah Jane attended the premiere of Moana at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California wearing the Omega Earrings in gold by Ariel Taub.

Corey Hawkins appeared on TODAY in New York City wearing the AGOLDE Afton Jean in Orbital.

Lexi Minetree wears posed on Instagram wearing an archive Bestey Johnson dress.

Lauren Cohan stepped out in New York City in the Alexandre Birman Solene 85 Silver.

Déjà Clark celebrated her collaboration with Aéropostale in Los Angeles, California, where guests enjoyed photo moments, a denim customization station, açai bowls, candy carts, and a live set by DJ Livia.

Marley Shelton attended a screening of Moana at the United Palace Theater in New York City wearing the Nadine Merabi Tara Black Dress.

Trinity Tatum wore the Rosalia Top and Rosalia Maxi Skirt from Outcast Clothing for the finale of Love Island USA Season 8.

LISA posed on Instagram in the Possession Ballerina from Melissa.

Olivia Nelson wore the Citizens of Humanity Faye Tank yesterday, July ahead of the Connecticut Sun’s game against the Portland Fire in Uncasville, Connecticut. The basketball player also wore the AGOLDE Arc Jean 29″ in Type and Gwynne Tube in Source ahead of the Connecticut Sun’s game against the Golden State Valkyries in Uncasville, Connecticut.

Dafna Gershoony and Brad Crerar, board-certified Physician Assistants and CONTŌR co-founders opened their second New York City location to provide a natural, prevention-first approach to injectables, medical skin treatments, and personalized skin health.

KPop Demon Hunters teamed up with ohora to launch the KPop Demon Hunters x ohora collaboration with gel press-on nails featuring unique details and expressive colors.

Jake Musser attended the Rowing Blazers x Seiko launch dinner in partnership with Wind Vintage and Basil Hayden at Boni & Mott in New York City.

Kyra Green appeared on the Spill Sesh: After Hours podcast.

Thuso Mbedu attended the Children of Blood and Bone trailer launch event at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York City wearing the Alexandre Birman Ysabel 100 Oro shoes.

alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet launched the Legends capsule collection filled with eleven-pieces including mesh t-shirts, sweatshirts, and more celebrating The Rolling Stones, Guns N’ Roses, Willie Nelson, The Beach Boys, and The Who, with prices ranging from $250 to $495.

Amora Cacheé appeared on the Hyperfixating with Asante podcast.

Shira Lazar attended the TIME100 reception in New York City.

Violet Witchel partnered with Safeway on a special installment of her Sunday Stock series to highlight the brand’s new location in San Francisco, California.

Gabby George celebrated the opening of her studio and new workouts on the GGStudio App.

TJ Palma attended the premier of Netflix’s 72 Hours in New York City. 

Carson Roney attended WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago, Illinois.

Aditi Shah attended Wimbledon in London, England.

Kira Kosarin attended the Season 4 premiere of Ted Lasso in Los Angeles, California wearing the Mini Ipanema Earrings by Dean Davidson.

Jude Bellingham vacationed in Hawaii wearing the AGOLDE Viggo Tank in both Black and Powder.

MOTHER restocked The Fringe Half-Pipe Button Sneak in Folkstar jeans worn by Kacey Musgraves.

Sarah Strimel Bentley appeared on the PINK365 podcast.

Mitchie Nguyen partnered with Logitech for the Logitech Ergo Series.

Enrico Bernardo released Wine & Travel: Latin America with Assouline as part of its Wine & Travel series.

Sophie Cunningham wore the AGOLDE Ellery Tee in Black while arriving to the Indiana Fever game against the New York Liberty. in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Jamie Milne announced the September 1 release of her debut cookbook, Everything Delish.

Brittny Button attended the Fendi Couture show in Rome, Italy. 

Sophie Saint was named Miss July for Playboy.

Sasha Therese launched the Giselle Collection filled with modern matching sets, playful polka dots, and one-and-done statement dresses made for beachside lunches, sunset dinners, cocktail parties, and wedding weekends.

Allie Eklund teased a new collaboration for her brand Triple E Mercantile.

Sarah Trott teased the launch of her YouTube series From Here to Where.

Dr. Arvind Chakravarthy hosted a talk at the ARTS 2026 Regenerative Therapies Summit in La Jolla, California.

Odd Muse founder Aimee Smale launched her Bridal Collection.

Carley Fortune and Caitlin Bea appeared on the Booked, Blonde & Busy podcast.

Trisha Paytas’ podcast Just Trish partnered with The Roost Podcast Network for its relaunch as Podium.

Ariana Medizade partnered with Dripology and YONO to host a Matcha and Minerals wellness event at Dripololgy in New York City.

Cameron Oaks Rogers launched the WTF Is Happening to My Body? pregnancy journal.

RE/DONE launched the The Unexpected Muse collection featuring denim, shirting, knitwear, outerwear, and more.

SUGARED + BRONZED and Show Me Your Mumu hosted a dinner in Dallas, Texas to celebrate their curated collection of Show Me Your Mumu rompers and pajama sets designed for post-services at SUGARED + BRONZED.

Louis Vuitton hosted a Men’s Fall-Winter 2026 collection preview at Louis Vuitton in Beverly Hills, California.

Celebrity tan artist and founder of Sunnee BAEskin and Dolce Glow Isabel Alysa appeared on QVC.

Olivia Dayton partnered with Target’s Wild Fable brand to launch a collection featuring apparel, sleepwear, and accessories, available to shop online now and in stores on Aug. 2.

Celebrity makeup artist Donni Davy launched the Hald Magic Velvet Flik matte eyeliners that are waterproof, transfer-proof, and smudge-proof and lasts for 16-hours in 7 shades. 

Sofie Pavitt launched the Sofie Pavitt Face Studio-Smooth Microdermabrasion Treatment, an exfoliating facial scrub that buffs away dead skin cells, debris, and buildup for smoother, softer, brighter looking skin, inspired by a treatment in the Sofie Pavitt Skincare Studio in New York City.

Fuze House Montauk partnered with Hard Tail to host special workout classes in Montauk, New York.

Noah celebrated the release of the Noah x Converse Louie Lopez Pro 2 sneaker at Noah’s Los Angeles, California flagship store.

COMFRT launched the Halo Airplane Mode Travel Hoodie and Sweats with the same functionality of the classic Airplane Mode Travel Hoodie, but in a lightweight fabric.

Katie Austin hosted a Strong as a Mother workout class in Santa Monica, California to celebrate the launch of her Pregnancy Collection on the KA App.

McLane Automotive hosted an overnight getaway in Sag Harbor, New York to celebrate the McLaren Artura. 

G&B Digital Management partnered with dating app The League to launch The Candid Club: NYC, an original digital series produced through &Beyond Creators’ Studio.

Lee launched Lee LQD Denim, a new collection designed with an ultra-soft, fluid fabric that delivers the look of structured denim with all-day comfort and effortless movement, featuring wide-leg jeans, skirts, dresses, and jumpsuits.

Athleta teamed up with FOLM to host workout classes at FOLM in Los Angeles, California.

Pura teamed up with Calm to launch the Pura x Calm collection, an innovative feature within the Pura app that syncs fragrances including Sleep Story, Breathe Bubble, and Soundscape, with Calm’s audio content to pair scent with guided meditations, breathing exercises, and bedtime stories.

Papa Johns hosted a giveaway for 13 couples getting married in July, where the couples got free pizza for wedding guests, exclusive wedding gifts, and their big day featured across Papa Johns’ official social channels.

Self Glow by James Read launched the Golden Days Milky Tan Toner which works to repair the skin barrier, balance oil, calm redness, and deliver hydration, along with the Sun Drenched Express Tan Mousse, a biotech-powered express tanning treatment that develops quickly and lasts for up to 7 days..

Samii Ryan partnered with Universal Products & Experiences and Illumination to release a Minions & Monsters collection featuring vintage-inspired graphics, fleece sets, mixed-fabric button-downs, utility overalls, denim, sherpa outerwear, and custom embroidered details.

Andie teamed up with Flour Shop by Amirah Kassem to launch a limited-edition collection featuring 17 styles, including one-piece swimsuits, bikinis, mommy-and-me silhouettes, and coordinating boys’ swim trunks.

L’AGENCE celebrated the launch of the Les Petites collection, the brand’s first-ever petite jeans launch featuring best-selling silhouettes reimagined for women 5’4″ and under in Los Angeles, California.

Clique Apps launched their customizable, all-in-one digital platform to bring exclusive content, direct messaging, memberships, commerce, and ticketing together.

Blvck Paris teamed up with UNO for their second Blvck x UNO® collection featuring a blacked-out collectible deck, a new Black Out gameplay twist, and a capsule of apparel and accessories.

Pizza Hut launched its Throwback Value Menu, where fans can build their Pizza Hut buffet with favorites starting at $3, including a $10 Medium 1-Topping Stuffed Crust Pizza, $3 Personal Pan Pizza, $4 Breadsticks and Cinnamon Sticks, and the debut of Triple Cheese Mac and S’mores Sticks, along with a limited-edition streetwear capsule collection with Dinner Service NY and a rewards-app experience.

MERIT partnered with The Ritz-Carlton for a limited-edition MERIT x The Ritz Carlton Getaway Set featuring Great Skin Serum, Great Skin Double Cleanse, Clean Volume Mascara, and Flush Balm, personalized beauty consultations at select properties, curated in-room beauty bundles available through room service, co-branded turndown amenities, and a Minimalist Martini served alongside a sample of MERIT’s Retrospect fragrance.

Out of the Woods launched its Coastal White Collection featuring a lineup of crisp white totes, coolers, and everyday carryalls made for beach weekends, boat days, picnics, and summer getaways.

Peach & Lily launched the Rebound BioGlow Zombie Cream powered by the world’s first Tri-Senolytic System™ to target senescent cell damage associated with deep wrinkles, sagging skin, and inflammation.

KFC brought back its Popcorn Chicken after first appearing on the menu in the early 1990s.

CAVA launched the Harissa BBQ pita chip flavor along with the Strawberry Ginger Juice, Strawberry Steak Salad, and Pomegranate Glazed Salmon Bowl.

Bellboy launched The Shell Earrings and The Heirloom Drops in gold.

Juicy Couture Fragrances launched the Just Moi Intense eau de parfum with an amber and vanilla scent.

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