Lady Gaga predicted what she would be like as a mom nearly one year before reportedly welcoming her first baby.

“Disappear? I don’t think so. But look, I think music will be a part of our child’s life,” Gaga, 40, said on a July 2025 episode of The Howard Stern Show when asked whether she planned to take a step back from the spotlight after becoming a parent. “I also have to see what it’s like and what our kid needs, you know?”

Gaga has been engaged to Michael Polansky since 2024. News broke on Friday, September 11, that Gaga and Polansky, 42, quietly welcomed baby No. 1. (The couple has not publicly confirmed the news. Us reached out for comment at the time.)

While speaking with host Howard Stern, Gaga speculated on how her priorities would likely shift if and when she became a first-time parent.

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“I just really want them to have a very safe and happy childhood, so you’re not wrong that that will become my No. 1 priority,” she added during her radio appearance after Stern, 72, guessed the pop star would go “all-in” on family duties. “You’re actually right on the money with that.”

Gaga was first romantically linked to Polansky in 2019 after the pair were introduced by her mother. (Gaga’s mom, Cynthia Germanotta, first met Polansky at a charity event.)

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“I had never met anyone like Michael. He’s so smart and so kind. And his life and my life are very different,” Gaga told Vogue in September 2024. “He’s a very private guy and he’s not with me for any other reason than that we are right for each other. I think what I want my fans to know is that I’m just, like, so happy. I’m healthy.”

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She continued at the time, “I feel like the last time they heard from me — in this way — was Chromatica, and that album was about an absolutely horrible time for me with my mental health. I was in a really dark place. I struggled for, like, many years before that. But everything started to change.”

According to Gaga, Polansky “wasn’t afraid to truly hold my hand” and get to know her on “a very deep level.”

“I didn’t know much about her and honestly wasn’t sure what to expect,” he recalled to the outlet. “I was struck immediately by her warmth and openness — she was so genuinely curious about what my life was like growing up in Minnesota.”

With Netflix rolling out K-dramas left and right, the list of their best original works is expanding. Netflix has already released over a dozen K-dramas just this year, including other stellar original content in the Korean language, from the spy action thriller Humint and the goofy action comedy Husbands in Action to the wholesome variety series Take a Hike! and Kian’s Bizarre B&B.

Of course, not every piece of content Netflix produces is a masterpiece, and lots of us learned that the hard way. However, if you’re looking to get into some Korean series and aren’t sure where to start, the streamer absolutely has a very decent list of brilliant shows. Some of them are borderline perfect, and others have already made history, despite being fresh. Here are the Netflix K-dramas where every episode is a masterpiece (in no particular order).

‘Kingdom’ (2019–2020)

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Kingdom is the first K-drama Netflix has ever released, and it’s not just a pioneer in that aspect. It’s also the first K-drama that combines sageuk, a popular genre in the K-drama world that depicts the (usually) medieval times in South Korea, and horror, in particular the zombie genre. It’s an incredible feat for Netflix and everyone involved in it because every part of it is perfect, from the production value, cinematography, and score to the performances and casting. Kingdom has two six-episode seasons and one prequel in the form of a film, and it’s as close to perfection as possible.

Kingdom is set in the Joseon era, following the Crown Prince Lee Chang (Ju Ji-hoon) as he looks for a cure for the virus that is rapidly spreading across the kingdom. At the same time, Lee Chang struggles to stay in court after his father contracts the same virus, as rivals from other families try to oust him and take charge of the Royal Court. Ju is joined by the legends of South Korean film and TV, Bae Doona and Ryu Seung-ryong, and if you haven’t seen these GOATs give their best in Kingdom, you’re long overdue for a great time.

‘All of Us Are Dead’ (2022–Present)

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High school K-dramas are a dime a dozen, but very few command as much attention as All of Us Are Dead has. This Netflix original is another zombie series, just like Kingdom, but this one’s set in modern times and tests the boundaries of school dynamics. However, this isn’t something only high schoolers can relate to; All of Us Are Dead is appealing to viewers of all ages who like to cheer for underdogs, teamwork, and great visual effects. The success of Season 1 was widespread and instant, so much so that people are still counting down the days when Season 2 is going to premiere.

All of Us Are Dead is set within the confines of a Seoul-based high school, when a zombie outbreak overtakes the classrooms after a rabid pet bites one of the students. Across 12 episodes, the dynamics are tested, as well as the humanity and survival instincts of the teachers and students. Season 2 is expected to move outside the school, or at least follow the one student who seems to have a natural immunity to the virus, but the information available to the public is so limited that fans don’t know anything. The only thing Rolling Stone India reported on is that the show might come out in late 2026 or 2027; if it’s the latter, it will have been five years since Season 1 premiered.

‘If Wishes Could Kill’ (2026)

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Since we’re on the topic of high school K-dramas, If Wishes Could Kill is the most recent Netflix original with the same theme. It represents the first-ever young adult horror K-drama on the streamer (and wider, some claim), and it’s a brilliantly crafted ghost story that pulls out all the stops to make its jumpscares effective and justified. Stacked with a cast of already-beloved newcomers and a couple of experienced actors with a great acting streak, like Jeon So-nee and Roh Jae-won, If Wishes Could Kill may not really be everyone’s cup of tea, but each of its episodes is genuinely highly amusing.

If Wishes Could Kill follows a group of high school friends and their intricate dynamics, tested through the discovery of an app that fulfills wishes. Whoever makes a wish via the app gets it granted almost immediately but also gets a 24-hour countdown until their own death, embodying the very message of the saying: “Be careful what you wish for.” Jeon and Roh portray an odd couple, with Jeon stepping into the role of a shaman who cannot leave her home; there are ghosts, curses, friendships broken, and secret romances, and each aspect of the show comes together very well here. If you still haven’t seen it, its eight one-hour episodes will fill your weekend with joy (and some scares).

‘D.P.’ (2021–2023)

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One of the best K-dramas ever made, period, is D.P., short for Deserter Pursuit. The series was based on the popular web comic of the same name, and the show was co-created by the comic’s author, Kim Bo-tong, and Han Jun-hee, who served as director, co-writer, and producer. A lot of the experiences in the series come from Kim and Han’s mandatory military service, whether it’s something they personally experienced or have only seen or heard of. D.P. sheds light on the bullying, hazing, and humiliation rituals of South Korea’s military service, which often lasts a couple of years and is mandatory for all adult male citizens. With this introduction, one can only imagine the things that happen in the series—there are marginalized characters, depictions of general social dynamics, and the efforts of the officials to cover up incidents for the sake of saving face.

D.P. follows Private Ahn (Jung Hae-in), who joins the military and gets assigned to the deserter pursuit unit because of his exceptional observation skills and a strong sense of justice. He is paired with the seemingly carefree but actually very caring Corporal Han (Koo Kyo-hwan), and through their chases of military deserters, we see how diverse characters are treated and what drives them to run away. Emotionally poignant and incredibly well-made, D.P. is a must-watch for any Netflix viewer.

‘Bloodhounds’ (2023–2026)

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Another Netflix K-drama that follows a pair of well-intentioned guys with awesome chemistry is Bloodhounds, and the way it depicts their dynamic is incredibly wholesome and fun. While the friendship (both on-screen and real-life) between Woo Do-hwan and Lee Sang-yi is the heart and soul of Bloodhounds, the body that surrounds their relationship is a meticulously crafted action series. In fact, the chases, one-on-one fights, and outnumbering battles are all filmed with such precision, excitement, and tension.

Bloodhounds follows Gun-woo (Woo), an amateur boxer who joins a tournament and makes friends with a former Marine, Woo-jin (Lee). The two join forces to take revenge on a dangerous loan shark who bullies Gun-woo’s mother after she fails to pay him back. Bloodhounds has two seasons, and Season 2 follows the two friends some three years later, as they square off against a brand-new enemy testing their physical and emotional limits. Incredible from start to finish, Bloodhounds really is a one-of-a-kind show, and though its violence is probably not everyone’s cup of tea, fans of this type of stuff will surely love it.

‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ (2025)

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TIME’s best K-drama of 2025, When Life Gives You Tangerines, is a unique slice-of-life series that would make a stone cry. Starring two stunning and incredibly talented actors, IU and Park Bo-gum, When Life Gives You Tangerines focuses on Jeju Island, a seemingly exotic but often overlooked part of South Korea; the show also depicts the careers and dedication of female divers called haenyeo, who are unique to the island and their profession a UNESCO-declared heritage. The women of Jeju were forced to go diving themselves after many men went to war in 1950, and many women who became divers then are still active in the community.

When Life Gives You Tangerines follows Oh Ae-sun (IU) and Yang Gwan-sik (Park) from their teen years until their old age; the story is divided into four parts (comprised of four episodes each) and depicts, often in a nonlinear way, Ae-sun and Gwan-sik’s romance, their lives, careers, and trials. The name of the series is a play on the phrase “When life gives you lemons…” but replacing lemons with tangerines, as they’re the official fruit of Jeju. What was once Reply 1988 to people who enjoyed TV in the 2010s is now this show—wholesome, pivotal for culture and history, and a great representation of the Korean Wave.

‘The Glory’ (2022–2023)

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The most talked-about K-drama of the 2020s is undoubtedly The Glory, a revenge story that is elaborate, dark, and sinister, and yet emotional and beautiful in so many ways. It’s gritty and grim when it depicts its villains but soft and seething with rage when it focuses on the heroine, played beautifully by Song Hye-kyo. This is her return to being once again one of the most compelling and stunning female leads in K-drama, but her part is different here; the romance in The Glory is sidelined to give a little more space to the revenge tale, but it’s still there as a reward for witnessing an unraveling of a woman who grew up with violence.

The Glory follows Moon Dong-eun (Song), a substitute teacher in a primary school whose past is muddy. Soon, we learn that Dong-eun is in fact looking for revenge against her former schoolmates, especially the four who relentlessly and brutally bullied her, forcing her to drop out of school completely. She plotted her revenge over the past 19 years, and executes each part with precision, even if it chips away at her own humanity bit by bit. The school violence depicted in the series is, unfortunately, based on real-life events that took place in South Korean schools; The Glory prompted the discussion of systemic cover-ups and peer violence, something that was seemingly ignored until then.

‘The East Palace’ (2026)

A show that combines Kingdom and If Wishes Could Kill, The East Palace is a recent addition to Netflix’s ever-increasing K-drama roster, and this one is borderline perfection. Some moments slow down the plot, but these are minimal and don’t take away from the show’s overall quality. Brilliantly performed, written, and executed, The East Palace is a unique dark fantasy series that takes horror’s best elements and combines them with the star power of Nam Joo-hyuk, Roh Yoon-seo, and Cho Seung-woo.

The East Palace is set in a fictionalized version of the Joseon era, where the King’s (Cho) children keep dying from unknown illnesses. Called to find the root of the problem, spirit-slayer Gu-cheon (Nam) finds out that the King and his family dabbled with sinister forces in the past. Gu-cheon teams up with Saeng-gang (Roh), a court lady who can hear the dead, and the two try to lift the curse all while figuring out their own roles in the scheme. The East Palace is incredibly fun and easy to binge-watch; if you need more proof of its masterpiece status, its current critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes is a perfect 100%. There’s hope for a continuation—there’s definitely material for it—but all that’s left is the hope that Netflix Korea loves its shows as much as their viewers do.

‘We Are All Trying Here’ (2026)

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If you like My Mister and My Liberation Notes, We Are All Trying Here was written by the same author, Park Hae-young, and might be her best work yet. The other two shows depict depression and feelings of inadequacy with precision, but there’s something about We Are All Trying Here that feels like an amalgamation of the two. Park is a master at dividing attention to multiple characters without making them shallow or unfinished; in We Are All Trying Here, she once again tackles the feelings of depression and inadequacy but lines it perfectly with the importance of camaraderie, hope, and openness.

The show depicts the “reopening” of Hwang Dong-man (D.P.‘s Koo Kyo-hwan), who shut himself off from his friends when they all began making strides in their film careers except for him. Everyone in his college friend group has debuted as a writer, director, or both, and he finds it hard to relate to them, alienating them instead. He soon befriends the quiet but warm screenwriter Eun-ah (Go Youn-jung), who helps him write his first film. Where My Liberation Notes takes slow strokes on purpose, We Are All Trying Here delivers some devastating blows all of a sudden; they’re similarly paced, but this show really takes the time to create an atmosphere where viewers can relate to its characters but also feel intense empathy for some of them. Koo is at his most charismatic here, and his performance is one of the most memorable of the 2020s.

‘Teach You a Lesson’ (2026)

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Another show that easily could (and arguably should) have a second season is Teach You a Lesson, an action comedy that is grounded in real life. It was based on a popular web comic but tackles the topics of school violence, systemic cover-ups, and exploitation of education as serious topics; it was both an instant streaming hit, holding the number 1 spot on Netflix for over two consecutive weeks, and a point of controversy because of its vigilante premise. Teachers across South Korea welcomed the depictions of the harshness of the school world, but some didn’t like the part where things are done out of revenge.

Teach You a Lesson follows a fictional department formed by the Minister of Education (Lee Sung-min) called the Educational Rights Protection Bureau (ERPB). The ERPB is led by former Special Forces captain-turned-inspector Na Hwa-jin (Kim Mu-yeol), who, together with his unpredictable Special Forces junior, Im Han-rim (Jin Ki-joo) and mild-mannered techie Bong Geun-dae (Pyo Ji-hoon), investigates cases of violence in high schools across South Korea. However, their cases aren’t only rooted in student-on-student violence, but also in all forms of malversations in the education system, from professors taking bribes to students getting caught up in gambling schemes. It’s feel-good, fun, and incredibly addictive; Teach You a Lesson is probably the best K-drama of 2026, though competition is very high and still very active.

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Perez Hilton reportedly believes his recent mental health crisis was a “spiritual attack” connected to the Christian faith he embraced after surviving a life-threatening medical emergency earlier this year. The celebrity blogger remains hospitalized in Florida after harming himself during a disturbing TikTok livestream.

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As he continues receiving medical and psychiatric treatment, an insider claims Hilton is trying to understand the incident through both mental health care and his newfound religious beliefs. “Hilton is convinced that he was under spiritual attack. This is spiritual warfare,” the source told the Daily Mail. “He believes that the devil is not happy that he became a Christian, and was doing whatever to attack him.”

The insider claimed Hilton has become “more committed to his faith than ever” since the incident. “And it’s Biblical that the closer one draws to Christ, the more the enemy will attack. He believes that’s what happened,” the source said.

Hilton reportedly does not currently have access to his phone or the internet. Instead, his days have been centered on medical treatment, prayer, and reading the Bible. “He’s reading his Bible and praying while getting treatment,” the insider shared. “Leaning on Christ like never before. He’s really leaning in.”

The source also claimed Hilton has gained greater clarity about his recovery and recognizes that he needs help in multiple areas. “He’s got a clarity now that he didn’t have before. He knows what he needs to do. He is going to get better,” the insider said. “He will treat this every way he can: medically, psychologically, emotionally, and spiritually. This is a physical and mental problem that also has a spiritual dimension.”

Hilton is reportedly being held under Florida’s Baker Act. The law permits an involuntary mental health examination when specific legal criteria are met, including evidence that a person may pose a danger to themselves or others because of a mental illness.

The Blogger Is Recovering From Serious Injuries

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Hilton sustained numerous injuries during the livestream and reportedly required stitches for dozens of wounds. He is also said to have suffered broken bones during a fall, leaving him with limited mobility. His physical condition has reportedly begun to improve. “That’s given him some real encouragement. If his physical health is improving, then mentally and spiritually he must be improving as well,” the source said.

Following the August incident, Hilton’s family confirmed that he was receiving professional care and asked the public to respect the family’s privacy. As The Blast reported, Hilton’s children, niece and sister had been inside the house shortly before the crisis. His family said they left to prevent the children from witnessing any further trauma once they realized Hilton was harming himself.

A Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson said Hilton was alone inside the home when deputies arrived. Authorities transported him to a hospital after responding to calls from people who had seen the livestream.

TikTok subsequently banned Hilton’s account. The company reportedly said its moderation system flagged the broadcast within minutes, although a moderator error delayed its removal.

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Hilton’s mother, Teresita Lavandeira, currently has temporary custody of his three children, Mario, 13, Mia, 11, and Mayte, 8. A judge has granted Hilton supervised hospital visits with them, but he must receive psychiatric clearance before those visits can take place. Any contact must also be supervised by an approved family member or therapist.

A source close to the family told the Daily Mail that Hilton’s injuries remain too upsetting for the children to see. They have reportedly not visited him since the incident. The children’s proximity to the crisis has reportedly become an important part of Hilton’s changing outlook. “Before, he was feeling like the world would be better off without him; he’s not there anymore,” the insider said. “He understands that his kids need him, his family needs him, and he has worth. It’s encouraging.”

Perez Hilton Found Faith After Surviving Sepsis

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Hilton’s religious transformation began after he spent 21 days in the hospital earlier this year. The 48-year-old said he developed a stomach ulcer after taking medication without food while battling the flu. The ulcer perforated and led to severe sepsis, emergency surgery, and other medical complications. Hilton was later readmitted with deep vein thrombosis.

While reflecting on the frightening experience in March, Hilton said he had an encounter that completely changed his religious beliefs. “God presented himself to me,” he said through tears. “I was never a believer until now. I could only call it miraculous. And I was very lucid. It was real. And this has been life-changing. I’m so grateful.”

Hilton explained that he was raised Catholic but had never considered himself a true believer. “And I grew up Catholic. I was baptized, had my Communion, was confirmed, and went to a Jesuit school for seven years. But I was never a believer until now,” he said.

The experience inspired Hilton to begin taking his children to church and reassess how he had treated people throughout his career.

The Celebrity Blogger Apologized For His Past Behavior

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Days after discussing his spiritual experience, Hilton released another video apologizing for the cruel and humiliating celebrity coverage that helped make him famous. “I made a lot of mistakes in my past. We all have. Nobody’s perfect,” he admitted. “But my mistakes are very public. I carry with me deep shame and regret. I’m sorry. I will continue to apologize. I have also reached out to make amends. I have apologized publicly and privately to dozens of people.”

Hilton acknowledged that attention, money, and website traffic once mattered more to him than the damage his coverage caused. “Because I was so selfish, because I didn’t care who I hurt, I just cared about the views, the attention, the money – people hated me,” he said. “Some people enjoyed it, but it felt like most people hated me. And last week, since I’ve been home, I haven’t been getting as much hate, and I’ve been getting love and prayers.”

His website has resumed publishing celebrity news through its small staff, but Hilton remains unable to work while receiving treatment. “He prays all the time. He is still very connected to God after his near-death experience, and he is hoping his guardian angels will guide him towards better health, both mental and physical,” another source told the Daily Mail.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the United States.

Lady Gaga and her fiancé, Michael Polansky, are seemingly embracing parenthood with ease.

Gaga, 40, was recently spotted carrying a newborn in a beige baby carrier on a walk with Polansky, 42, in photos obtained by Page Six on Friday, September 11.

Multiple outlets, including People and Page Six, reported on Friday that the Grammy winner and Polansky quietly welcomed their first baby. The couple, who have been engaged since 2024, have not publicly addressed their family plans at the time of publication. Us reached out for comment.

Gaga has previously been candid about her desire to become a mom.

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“[I want to do] more music, not retiring any time soon … all kinds of different music,” she told YouTube star NikkieTutorials in a December 2019 video when asked about whether she had a 10-year plan. “I wanna do more movies, I wanna have babies and I want to continue to build the behemoth that is Haus Laboratories into the makeup company of my dreams.”

She continued, “I’m living my inspirations right now, in this moment. When I get inspired, I do things right away. There will be tons of crazy things that I do over the next decade. I just don’t know exactly what they are, which is why they’ll be extra crazy.”

That same year, Gaga began dating Polansky.

“I had never met anyone like Michael. He’s so smart and so kind. And his life and my life are very different,” Gaga told Vogue in September 2024. “He’s a very private guy and he’s not with me for any other reason than that we are right for each other.”

She added at the time, “I think what I want my fans to know is that I’m just, like, so happy. I’m healthy. I feel like the last time they heard from me — in this way — was Chromatica, and that album was about an absolutely horrible time for me with my mental health. I was in a really dark place. I struggled for, like, many years before that. But everything started to change.”

Gaga further gushed that Polansky “wasn’t afraid to truly hold my hand” and get to know her on “a very deep level.”

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“She’s someone who is happiest when she’s creating. It’s one of the qualities I love most about her,” Polansky told Vogue at the time. “But I see her enjoying it so much more than she did when I met her back in 2019.”

Polansky was first introduced to Gaga through her mother at a charity event.

“I didn’t know much about her and honestly wasn’t sure what to expect,” he recalled of the pop star. “I was struck immediately by her warmth and openness — she was so genuinely curious about what my life was like growing up in Minnesota.”

Rapper Lil Durk remains incarcerated after a jury found him not guilty in his murder-for-hire trial.

A federal jury acquitted Lil Durk (real name Durk Banks), 33, on Friday, September 11,  after he was accused of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot, per Los Angeles’ ABC affiliate.

Lil Durk was arrested in 2024 for allegedly ordering the murder of fellow rap star Quando Rondo two years prior. (Shots were fired at Rondo and his cousin in Los Angeles in 2022 by three masked gunmen. Rondo’s cousin died during the incident.)

Lil Durk pleaded not guilty to the charges, with his defense team arguing in court that the “All My Life” performer had no involvement in the alleged scheme. Lil Durk stood trial alongside two other defendants, who also pleaded not guilty to conspiracy, stalking using a dangerous weapon, stalking resulting in death, and two counts involving murder-for-hire allegations.

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Lil Durk’s codefendants, Deandre Dontrell Wilson and David Brian Lindsey, were each convicted of stalking and conspiracy to commit stalking charges and acquitted on the remaining counts. Lil Durk, for his part, was acquitted on all charges.

Despite the acquittal, Lil Durk will remain in jail while awaiting a second trial for several federal counts of racketeering murder and firearms charges, scheduled for next month. (Lil Durk has pleaded not guilty to all charges.)

The rap star rose to fame in 2013 with the release of his Signed to the Streets mixtape series. Lil Durk was signed to Def Jam Records the following year. Under the record label’s umbrella, Lil Durk dropped two studio-length albums before leaving Def Jam in 2018.

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Lil Durk later signed with Alamo Records and went on to release two more albums. He won his first Grammy in February 2024 for Best Melodic Rap Performance.

“It feels good to be at the Grammys,” Lil Durk told Billboard after winning the trophy for his “All My Life” collaboration with J. Cole. “You come in the studio with J. Cole, you gotta come with your A-game, you know what I’m saying? … It was a task [with] a lot of bumps in the road, but I think that’s for everybody. As long as you stay focused and get it together, you’re good. Coming from the trenches to the Grammys!”

He added, “I like what they’re doing now [in the rap genre]. They aren’t putting now cap on it. They ain’t trying to do it for somebody else, they doing it for them, you know what I’m saying? So, shout out to the whole generation under us and with us.”

Nicole Kidman has been embracing a bolder style since ending her marriage to Keith Urban, and her latest appearances have now prompted speculation about whether her transformation extends beyond fashion.

As the actress promotes her upcoming movie, several of her revealing outfits have highlighted changes in her figure, leading plastic surgery experts to offer their opinions on what could be behind the changes.

While Nicole Kidman has never confirmed undergoing a procedure, the discussion comes during a period of change for the actress, who has admitted she is still figuring out what her life will look like after divorce.

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Kidman has been turning heads with a series of revealing outfits while promoting her upcoming movie, “Practical Magic 2.”

Her recent wardrobe choices have placed more emphasis on her cleavage, with photos from the press tour drawing attention to what appears to be a fuller chest compared with images taken earlier in her career.

Plastic surgeon Dr. Omar Tillo, who has never treated the actress, compared a recent photograph of Kidman with one taken in 2003 and noticed a difference in her appearance.

“There is quite a noticeable difference in breast volume when you compare these photographs,” he said, per OK! Magazine.

Tillo stressed that photographs alone cannot establish whether Kidman has undergone breast augmentation. However, he said the procedure was a “possible explanation” for the apparent increase in fullness.

The speculation comes after Kidman filed for divorce from Urban in September 2025. Their marriage was officially dissolved four months later, and the actress has since attracted attention with a series of more daring looks. Kidman, however, has never publicly confirmed having breast implants.

Surgeon Shares The ‘Most Striking Difference’ In The Actress’s New Appearance

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If surgery is responsible for Kidman’s changed appearance, Tillo does not believe she opted for a dramatic transformation. Instead, he suggested that any possible enhancement was likely selected to complement her “slender frame.”

“The most striking difference for me isn’t simply the cleavage. It is the increase in overall volume,” the surgeon explained.

Tillo said the change appeared to involve greater fullness in different areas of Kidman’s chest while remaining proportionate to her frame. Because of her narrow physique, he explained, even a relatively modest implant could produce a noticeable result.

He also suggested that smaller implants would make more sense for her proportions than a much larger augmentation.

Still, his assessment remains an outside medical opinion based entirely on images rather than confirmation from Kidman or knowledge of her medical history.

Nicole Kidman Said She Had ‘A Different View’ Of What Her Life Was Going To Be

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Beyond the attention surrounding her appearance, Kidman has been adjusting to a much bigger transformation in her personal life.

Her marriage to Keith Urban ended after almost two decades, and the actress recently acknowledged that divorce was not part of the future she had once imagined for herself.

“I had a different view of what my life was going to be, but this is what it is now,” Kidman admitted in an interview with Vogue.

Rather than pretending she has everything figured out, the actress appears to be accepting the uncertainty that comes with beginning again. “You make all these plans, and you have all these ideas of what it’s all going to be like, and then it’s…not,” she continued. “You have to adjust. You adapt.”

The Actress Admits Her Future Looks ‘Completely Unknown’ After Marriage Ends

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During her interview with Vogue, Kidman then acknowledged just how uncertain the next stage feels.

She hinted that there is still so much for her to look forward to, stating, “The future, it’s completely unknown to me right now…Strange.”

Her comments offer a different perspective on the confident public image she has displayed recently, revealing that behind her glamorous appearances, she is still adapting to a life that turned out very differently from what she expected.

Since her divorce, she has made several high-profile public outings, sometimes with her two daughters she shares with Urban, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, showing that she isn’t letting the split affect her career.

Nicole Kidman Seems To Be Moving On Fine After Her Divorce

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Despite that uncertainty, Kidman appears to be settling comfortably into her new chapter. She has reportedly started dating again and has been spending time with businessman Michael Reinstein, whom mutual friends introduced her to.

“It is casual, and she is having fun,” a source told Us Weekly, adding that Kidman has also gone on dates with other people.

Her relationship with Urban is also said to have become more peaceful, with an insider saying the former spouses are now “in a much better place” and continue to respect each other.

Kidman has had support from close friends while navigating the transition. According to the report, she is “doing really well now” and is happy, confident, and optimistic about what comes next.

Shakema Springfield, the mother of King Von’s son, is sharing a text message that claims jurors viewed her as the only “credible witness” during Lil Durk’s trial. The message comes after Kema testified in court about what she witnessed surrounding King Von’s death and her interactions with those close to him.

RELATED: Trial Watch! King Von’s Son’s Mother Shakema Springfield Testifies In Lil Durk’s Trial, Calls OTF Vonnie A “Liar”

Shakema Springfield Shares Text Message About Her Testimony

Following Lil Durk’s not guilty verdict on all charges in his federal murder-for-hire trial, Shakema Springfield, the mother of King Von’s son, shared a text message following the verdict. The message that she shared online on Saturday, September 12, allegedly claims jurors viewed Springfield as the only “credible witness” during the trial.

In the message, someone identified as “Rici” wrote, “Hey guys!! The jury said Kema was the only credible witness to them.” Springfield responded by expressing gratitude for being able to testify, writing, “God is Good, I’m happy I was able to speak up & help.”

In the post’s caption, Kema also claimed she was encouraged to “let it go” after people suggested her testimony wouldn’t help.

Shakema Springfield Opens Up In Court About King Von & The Events Surrounding His Death

Shakema Springfield, who shares a son with the late King Von, testified during Lil Durk’s trial on Sept. 3. According to reporting shared by Los Angeles Magazine reporter Taylor Parise, Springfield testified about her relationship with King Von and their son, as well as events surrounding King Von’s death.

During her testimony, Springfield reportedly said she was at the home where King Von’s memorial took place for three days. She testified that Durk was not present at the time and that she did not hear any conversations about revenge for King Von’s death.

Springfield also testified about statements made by Vonnie, King Von’s finances, and her interactions with those close to him.

Social Media Reacts

Following Shakema Springfield’s post, social media users shared their thoughts on her testimony and the message she received.

Instagram user @artisaveauty wrote, “I knew when they said they tried to crack her on the stand & she stayed calm & frim, no pauses in her speech & straight answers!!!

Another Instagram user @keketropicanaa_ wrote, “Cause they gonna say a US soldier lying over a convicted felon be fr”

While Instagram user @backend.beazy wrote, “She was only 1 actually makin sense 😂💯 everybody else u could tell was acting they were all ova the place with their statements”

Instagram user @neseboo23 wrote, “He gone make sure her an her son looked out for life if he wasn’t already we never know”

Another Instagram user @young_hattgo wrote, “She definitely help Smurk frfr”

While Instagram user @brown.skinn.bougie wrote, “Side message, a female is the most loyal than yo ‘homies’ 🔥❤️👏🏾”

Instagram user @darealperkioo wrote, “She the goat 🐐”

Another Instagram user @wynnbougie wrote, “Durk gone appreciate her FOREVER 💯she’s the sweetest”

While Instagram user @xo_brittanyelise_xo wrote, “Kema family frfr. Not for the internet”

RELATED: BREAKING: Lil Durk Found Not Guilty On All Charges In Murder-For-Hire Trial

Celine Dion‘s tears of triumph are the perfect bow atop her highly anticipated Paris residency!

As the iconic singer took the stage for her first full concert in six years, she appeared visibly overwhelmed with emotion, met with roaring cheers and loud applause.

Celine Dion has reportedly been preparing for this residency with a team of healthcare specialists, combining the treatments with physical training, therapy and dance routines.

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A clip from the singer’s first show of the residency billed to run from September to October was shared on Variety’s X page, where she could not hold back her tears. Dion looked breathtaking in an extravagant black strapless number with an exaggerated peplum top and a straight skirt.

She paired the look with a chunky diamond necklace as she pulled her hair into a sleek bun to complement her perfectly made-up face. Dion let the waterworks have their way amid a performance, and despite her attempts to let the vocals out, the emotions overpowered her, prompting her to take more pauses while the orchestra played on.

The singer’s expression resonated deeply with her lifelong fans, who felt the moment with her and flooded the comments with soothing words, praising her hard work and resolve to sing again. 

“She deserves eternal applause,” this X subscriber declared. Another commenter stated that, with it being the singer’s “first headlining performance in six years,” her being emotional on stage was not far-fetched.

The ‘My Heart Will Go On’ Hitmaker Described Her Performance As A ‘Promise’ Kept

The tears and sonorous notes were not the only highlights of the night; Dion also gave a touching speech, as noted by Variety. The singer informed her eager audience that she had promised to keep the tears at bay, but seeing a packed venue and realizing how much she had missed them was tear-jerking.

She thanked everyone for coming out to Paris for her show, assuring first-timers in Paris that they had a high chance of falling in love with the city, just like she has. “Finally, it’s amazing we are all together. I made a promise to come back, to be back on stage. So here I am, singing for you and singing for me, singing live!” Dion continued.

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The singer reiterated her gratitude to her fans for their support and patience over the years, noting that their love kept her going when everything went bleak. She urged her fans to take the positive energy that accompanied her comeback and extend it to the next person who may also be secretly going through a difficult time.

On her health struggles, the singer shared that she has come to terms with it after 17 years of dealing with the symptoms and has made it her reason for living.

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Inside The Journey Behind Celine Dion’s Newly Found Strength

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Since sharing in March that she would return to the stage later in the year, sources close to the singer told US Weekly that she began putting in consistent hard work to make her promise a reality.

Fully understanding the nature and symptoms of her Stiff Person Syndrome, the source shared that she began rebuilding her strength and mobility through rehabilitation.

As noted by The Blast, the only agenda on that list was that the singer make her comeback a heroic story of pushing through the emotional highs and lows. According to the insider, “She is physically so strong and has done so much hard work to get here. She trains almost every day on top of physical therapy.”

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Dion’s process was described as a labor of love, fueled by sheer determination and the confidence to deliver the standard that has defined her brand for years.

With the help of knowledgeable doctors, the award-winning vocalist reportedly prepared for one of the biggest arcs of her career with the resilience it required.

The 58-Year-Old Remains This ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Dream Ballroom Partner

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As the singer gradually finds her spot on the stage for the long term once again, a creative stunt by a TV personality several studios away casts another light on a not-so-explored area of her career -ballroom dance performances.

As “DWTS” heads into its 35th season, judge Derek Hough spilled the tea on some of his ballroom fantasies, with Dion right at the center. As shared by The Blast, Hough had played around with an AI-generated video on Instagram that showed him and the singer posing together for an official cast photo. 

Hough joked in the caption that he would not hesitate to choose the musical icon as his perfect ballroom partner should the opportunity avail itself. He had previously named Dion as his dream guest for the show after an encounter with her, which reinforced his belief that her talent was dance-worthy.

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The singer is, however, no stranger to the show, as she previously appeared as a guest performer on its 5th season to belt out her iconic single “My Heart Will Go On” while the dancers performed a routine to that rendition.

Celine Dion Bravely Appeared For A Performance At The 2024 Olympics

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The philanthropist briefly took the microphone two years ago while she publicly dealt with the condition. Dion took to the stage in Paris to sing Edith Piaf’s “L’Hymne à l’Amour” during the opening ceremony.

The performance was reportedly free of charge for the singer, but it made history as fans trooped to the streets to catch a glimpse of her belting out the sonorous tunes. Dion had closed the opening ceremony with an emotional performance from the base of the Eiffel Tower.

Wearing a stunning custom sequined Dior gown with cascading fringe, she marked Dion’s second time performing at the Olympics opening ceremony. She gave an unforgettable rendition of her hit song “The Power Of The Dream” at the 1996 Games in Atlanta, USA.

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