Late NHL star Claude Lemieux’s family confirmed that they will donate his brain for research into the neurodegenerative disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)

“Claude was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend and teammate. To the hockey world, he was one of the game’s most unforgettable competitors: a four-time Stanley Cup champion, a Conn Smythe Trophy winner, and one of the great playoff performers of all time,” his family said in a statement on Saturday, May 30. “To his family, he was more than a hero: he was loyal, loving, funny, protective, and generous. He was stubborn, and he was completely devoted to the people he loved. He was adored by his family in turn.”

Their statement continued, “Claude was a passionate man. He brought that passion to the rink, to his work, to his friendships, and most of all to his family. He was fierce on the ice because he cared so deeply about winning, about his teammates, and about never giving less than everything he had. Away from the game, he was tender, loyal and full of life. He made us laugh, he showed up for us, and he loved his children and grandchildren with his whole heart.”

Claude’s death was confirmed to Us Weekly by the Palm Beach County Medical Examiner’s Office on Thursday, May 28. Lemieux died by suicide at age 60 and his body was found by one of his sons at a Florida warehouse.

His death stunned the sports world as Lemieux appeared as a torchbearer at the NHL’s Eastern Conference Finals between the Montreal Canadiens and Carolina Hurricanes in Montreal on Monday, May 25.

As part of Saturday’s statement, the Lemieux family announced that they would donate his brain to the UNITE Brain Bank at the Boston University CTE Center for research into “the long-term effects of repetitive head impacts and traumatic brain injury.”

(Per Mayo Clinic, CTE is a brain disease that is linked to repeated head injuries, which can cause “the death of nerve cells in the brain.” The clinic notes that CTE is “rare and not well understood” but it is frequently associated with athletes or combat veterans.)

“Claude dedicated his post-play career to helping the next generation,” his family said on Saturday. “By allowing his name to be connected to this research, we hope his life can contribute to greater understanding, more honest conversations, and better protection for athletes and families in the years ahead.”

The Lemieuxs said they consider their donation to the Boston University CTE Center to be “a gift to science, to athletes and to future generations of families seeking answers.” Their statement also addressed speculation about the “circumstances of Claude’s death.”

“Suicide is complex, and the family asks media and the public to discuss this loss with care, compassion and respect for those who lost him,” they asked.

The family confirmed that details about a memorial service will be released “at a later date.”

Related: Was Claude Lemieux Related to Mario Lemieux? Breaking Down His Family Tree

Advertisement

The NHL world was rocked by the sudden death of hockey legend Claude Lemieux by apparent suicide at age 60. “The National Hockey League mourns the passing of Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion and one of the greatest big-game Players in hockey history,” NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said in a statement on Thursday, […]

Saturday’s statement was released first by Brendan Lemieux, who was previously the first member of the family to break their silence about Claude’s death. (Claude and his wife, Deborah, shared four children: sons Christopher, Michael and Brendan as well as daughter Claudia.)

Thank You!

You have successfully subscribed.

Advertisement

“I love you dad!” Brendan, 30, wrote via Instagram on Thursday. “My son’s favorite person is going to watch from above for a while. We will see you ♥️.”

His sister, Claudia, shared her own emotional memorial post that same day, writing via Instagram, “No words to express the level of devastation we feel. I love you forever daddy. Forever your only girl 💔”

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.

In the second half of 2026, Dwayne Johnson is cooking up a storm in theaters, with a pair of big family-friendly blockbusters on their way. First, on July 10, 2026, the long-awaited live-action Moana remake sets sail, with Johnson starring as Maui alongside Catherine Laga’aia as the titular daughter of Motunui’s chief. Marking the directorial debut of Thomas Kail, who is a Tony winner for his work on Hamilton, this musical is not to be missed, especially considering the inclusion of music from Mark Mancina, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Opetaia Foa’i.

Johnson will then follow that with an exciting Christmas treat, as Jumanji 3 premieres on December 25, after previously being scheduled for December 11. Johnson will re-team with Kevin Hart, Karen Gillan, and Jack Black for his sequel to 2019’s Jumanji: The Next Level, which also stars Danny DeVito, Nick Jonas, Marin Hinkle, Bebe Neuwirth, Lamorne Morris, and Rhys Darby. To help get you in the mood for Johnson’s next big-budget projects, one of his lesser-spotted action flicks is about to be available to stream for free.

The film in question is Empire State, a straight-to-DVD release that debuted in 2013 and starred Johnson as a veteran NYPD officer who is tasked with investigating a huge heist. In fact, the movie is based on the true story of a 1982 armored car company robbery in New York City, which is colloquially known as the “Sentry Armored Car Courier Company theft.” The film, directed by Dito Montiel (Fighting), starred Johnson alongside an eye-catching cast, which included Liam Hemsworth, Emma Roberts, Nikki Reed, Chris Diamantopoulos, James Ransone, Shenae Grimes, and Jerry Ferrara. If an easy-viewing action flick is what you want, then you’re in luck, as Empire State will be available to stream for free on Plex starting June 1, 2026.

‘Empire State’ Failed to Make an Impact Upon Release

Image via Lionsgate

Advertisement

Although it received a small theatrical run consisting of an international release in three countries and under $200,000 in total ticket sales, it was always hoped that Empire State would earn back its reported $11 million production budget via DVD and VOD sales. Sadly, the film only made roughly $4 million, rendering it a flop both commercially and critically, with reviewers scoring the film terribly upon release.

Empire State will be available to stream on Plex starting June 1, 2026. Stay tuned to Collider for more streaming stories.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Release Date

September 3, 2013

Runtime

94 minutes

Advertisement

Director

Dito Montiel

Advertisement

Writers

Adam Mazer

Producers

Advertisement

George Furla, Randall Emmett, Sandy Kyrkostas

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Styles come and go, but a sleek black bag isn’t going anywhere. Just ask Nicole Kidman, who proved that the right black crossbody goes beyond trends, and makes any outfit appear expensive. Her exact bag is in the five-figure price range, but we found the look for just $23 — and it’s selling out.

Kidman arrived at a pre-Met Gala dinner looking like she stepped out of a Parisian fashion magazine. Her all-black getup was classy, but the real scene-stealer was her Chanel 2.55 purse. This $23 black crossbody bag similarly has quilted fabric, a gold chain, rectangular silhouette and structured top flap, however, it might be even more versatile than Kidman’s.

Get the Sg Sugu Quilted Crossbody Bag for $23 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

What’s clever about this Amazon lookalike is the chain itself. Wear it long, and you’ve got Kidman’s crossbody vibe. But if you loop it shorter, this pick suddenly turns into a chic shoulder bag that sits at the hip. No matter how you carry it, the gold-tone chain and hardware accents give the bag that glinting, luxe quality you’d expect from an expensive designer.

Related: Katie Holmes‘ Crocodile Leather Tote Bag Is Perfect for Long Commutes

Advertisement

Work bags have a reputation for being boring, but Katie Holmes proved that the right one can totally steal the show — even when you’re rocking purple jeans. The star’s crocodile leather tote look is equally ideal for boardrooms, airplanes and brunches, and we found the expensive style on sale for just $33. In early […]

Made with buttery-smooth vegan leather, this mini purse can resist scratches and tears with ease. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to wipe clean. One fan shared, “I’ve had this purse for two years now and it’s in the same amazing quality [as when] I first bought it.”

Another shopper said that the bag “has the feel and aesthetic of a Chanel bag” and that the strap “gives it an elevated feel while adding a little sparkle to a plain dress.” They even shared that they “couldn’t be more obsessed, and want it in more colors!”

The interior is just as noteworthy, featuring a spacious main compartment with organization for cards, as well as a clasp to keep everything secure.

Kidman’s Met Gala appearance was a reminder that the richest moms aren’t chasing trends, but rather collecting capsule pieces that never go out of fashion. This quilted bag style has been a wardrobe anchor for decades, and with Kidman’s stamp of approval, it’ll be just as chic for decades to come.

Get the Sg Sugu Quilted Crossbody Bag for $23 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

Not what you’re looking for? Shop other crossbody bags and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

Reality TV star-turned-hopeful politician Spencer Pratt is responding to Hacks star Hannah Einbinder after the comedian slammed his surging mayoral campaign.

“She says from a literal red carpet, surrounded by armed security, completely insulated from the horrors on our streets that Angelenos and their kids have to suffer through every day,” Pratt, 42, wrote via X on Friday, May 29. “I’m glad she doesn’t have to suffer the consequences of Karen [Bass] and Nithya’s [Raman] failures, but she’s in an elite minority and the rest of us want change.”

Earlier on Friday, Einbinder, 31, spoke out against Pratt’s mayoral run while attending the Critics Choice Association’s Celebration of LGBTQ+ Cinema & Television in Los Angeles.

“There’s a lot of wealth in this city and I think that there are a lot of people who masquerade as Democrats or people on the left, but really, money is their key issue and that’s what lead them to vote for people like Spencer Pratt — who is endorsed by Donald Trump,” she told Variety’s Marc Malkin while walking the event’s red carpet. “It’s important to resist that.”

Related: Meghan McCain Says Spencer Pratt Is Going to ‘Win’ Race for L.A. Mayor

Meghan McCain predicted a huge upset victory for The Hills star Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral race. “I’m telling you this guy is going to win,” McCain, 41, wrote via X on Wednesday, April 29. The former View panelist responded enthusiastically to a new campaign ad from Pratt, 42, where he visited Mayor […]

She continued, “It’s very complicated. No one is perfect, there are no perfect candidates. I’m overwhelmed in a lot of ways but I have made the choice to put Nithya down, and that’s what we’re doing girls!”

The former The Hills villain announced his run for L.A. mayor against Democratic incumbent Mayor Bass and a slew of other hopefuls — including Raman, Adam Miller and others — on the one-year anniversary of the deadly L.A. wildfires that destroyed his home. Despite being a registered Republican with many ties to the conservative, right-wing and MAGA media spheres and personalities, Pratt claims he’s running for office as an “independent community advocate.”

“The reason why I’m resonating across the country, and even outside of the country, is because all I focus on is the truth,” Pratt claimed during a Thursday, May 28, appearance on Fox News’ Fox & Friends program. “I’m the look-around candidate. I do basics. I don’t do national politics. I don’t do parties. I just say, ‘Hey, look, they’re stealing all of our tax money to give it to drug addicts to have needles and tourniquets and they’re even selling the drugs to these addicts to let these people die on our sidewalks. I want to be the compassionate one, get these people mandatory treatment, medical treatment with doctors who help them get off fentanyl and super meth and that’s what people actually want.”

The mayoral hopeful added, “People want an outsider who is not a politician, who is just saying the facts. The truth.”

When Variety’s Malkin told Einbinder some people would like to see her run for office, she dismissed the proposal while siding with Lisa Rinna and comments the reality TV star made about celebrities becoming politicians.

Thank You!

You have successfully subscribed.

Advertisement

Related: Erika Kirk Backs Spencer Pratt’s ‘Authentically American’ L.A. Mayoral Bid

Erika Kirk officially threw her support behind The Hills star Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral race. “Regardless of the outcome of Spencer Pratt’s race, what he’s doing is authentically American,” Kirk, 38, announced via X on Thursday, May 21. “See a problem, become a part of the solution. His campaign ads are unconventional, […]

Advertisement

“You don’t and neither do I,” Einbinder quipped. “No! Spencer shouldn’t [run for office] and neither should I, OK? I’m with Lisa Rinna. I stand with Lisa Rinna.”

While attending the American Music Awards at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Garden Arena on Monday, May 25, Rinna denounced Pratt’s campaign while claiming that no reality TV star should be running for political office.

“Not a reality star,” she said, before evoking President Donald Trump, another reality TV star-turned-politician. “I love him [Pratt], but we’ve already done that. We’re not going to do that again. You got me, because listen, I’m a reality person. I wouldn’t want me as mayor, really. I mean, let’s just face it, I love him [Pratt]. I think he’s amazing. I just think we did that.”

For better or for worse, Zack Snyder has made a name for himself with films that have impressive visuals, meticulous montages, and unforgettable soundtracks. Though sometimes an acquired taste, all of these elements came together magnificently in the 2009 feature film adaptation of Watchmen. An ambitious film for any director, Watchmen was adapted from Alan Moore’s graphic novel that questions fascism and the hero worship of superheroes in a complex and immersive tome. Adapting one of the best graphic novels to date would be a high order for anyone, which could have been the reason that Watchmen didn’t find its audience early on. In recent years, however, the film has become more embraced by audiences who were admittedly too hard on it at first.

Image via Warner Bros.

Snyder practically splashed Moore’s visuals onto the big screen in a world where vigilante justice became the norm. In an alternate universe where America won Vietnam and Nixon was elected for three terms, the titular Watchmen were a group of costumed heroes who, for a time, protected the world from evil. Vietnam was won thanks to Dr. Manhattan (Billy Crudup) and his limitless powers. But while Marvel revels in otherworldly archetypes who save the world on the regular, Snyder’s film showed what the real-life ramifications of this could be.

Dr. Manhattan had no checks and balances to his power, and though at first he had good intentions, he slowly lost his empathy for humans. On the other side of the spectrum was The Comedian (Jeffrey Dean Morgan), who reveled in his abuse of power, which he used to assault women and commit violence. These themes that were so prevalent in the graphic novel were present in Snyder’s adaptation, which fans can now watch for free.

‘Watchmen’ Is Close To Being a Faithful Adaptation

Before Damon Lindelof set to work creating a sequel to Alan Moore’s graphic novel, Zack Snyder developed an adaptation that was as faithful as anyone would expect. His film contains the important themes, eloquently communicated in a just question: “Who watches the Watchmen?” People with unchecked power often don’t make the right decisions, which is what led to the group and other vigilantes effectively being outlawed.

Only when the Watchmen start to be murdered do the remaining members band together to solve the crime. The Silk Spectre (Malin Akerman) and Night Owl (Patrick Wilson) spearhead this new initiative only to realize that there is corruption in their own ranks. All of this transpires quite faithfully with the source material, until the end, which was perhaps too weird for Hollywood at the time. In the book, the conflict gets resolved when a giant squid is dropped on Manhattan, causing the world to band together and find world peace. Snyder elected not to go this route, which was admittedly a shame for book readers. However, this was rectified in Lindelof’s HBO series, which followed these events precisely and had the perfect ending.

This allowed Snyder’s Watchmen to exist as a joyful celebration of the graphic novel, even if all the events didn’t line up exactly. The roles were largely well cast, and the music was iconic. There is no question that the Dawn of the Dead director spins a good yarn when it comes to visuals. Viewers can revisit a film that has gotten better with age by streaming it on HBO Max.

Advertisement

Watchmen

Advertisement

Release Date

March 6, 2009

Runtime

Advertisement

163 minutes

Director

Zack Synder

Advertisement

Writers

Alex Tse, David Hayter, Alan Moore, Dave Gibbons

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Vasana Montgomery will not be headed to the Love Island USA villa as planned.

Us Weekly has learned that Vasana, 25, has been cut from the season 8 premiere on Monday, June 2, due to two resurfaced social media videos where she appeared to use the n-word. In one video, she purportedly sings along to a song that includes the slur whereas she allegedly says “knock knock, n*****” while playing an arcade game in a second clip.

Us understands that both videos were privately owned so would not have been vetted by Love Island producers before her casting. Both clips have since been leaked publicly following the Love Island season 8 casting announcement, with numerous fans subsequently calling for her removal from the Peacock dating competition.

Us reached out to Peacock for comment.

Related: Love Island USA’s Amaya Reveals Cierra Just ‘Disappeared’ From the Villa

Love Island viewers are usually left with a lot of questions when someone is unexpectedly removed from the villa — but what do the other Islanders get told by production? The hit dating series originally premiered in the U.K. in 2002 before it expanded worldwide with various spinoffs, including Love Island USA on Peacock. The […]

Vasana was part of the official cast unveiled on Thursday, May 28, with the Beaverton, Oregon, native boasting in a pre-release teaser about what she’d bring to the villa.

“I think I am the full package,” she boasted. “I own a business; I live alone; I have a dog. If you were to ask my friends what my type is, they’d show you the world map.”

On the eve of Thursday’s casting announcement, Love Island shared a statement asking viewers not to engage in “negativity” about the cast.

“The Villa runs on good vibes, and so does this community,” an Instagram post read on . “We love seeing your reactions, opinions, and debates, but everyone deserves to feel safe and respected. This is a space for fun, not negativity – so keep it kind, keep it positive, and remember: this is LOVE Island!”

Love Island faced two similar scandals in 2025. First, Love Island USA narrator Iain Stirling announced in season 7’s second episode that islander Yulissa Escobar “left the villa” after podcast clips of her allegedly using racial slurs circulated online.

“First, I want to apologize for using a word I had no right in using. Podcast clips from years ago have recently resurfaced, and I want to address it directly,” Yulissa wrote via Instagram on June 6, 2025. “In those clips, I used a word I never should’ve used, a racial slur.”

Yulissa, 28, added of the offensive podcast clips, “I used [a slur] ignorantly, not fully understanding the weight, history, or pain behind it. I wasn’t trying to be offensive or harmful, but I recognize now that intention doesn’t excuse impact. And the impact of that word is real. It’s tied to generations of trauma, and it is not mine to use.”

Thank You!

You have successfully subscribed.

Advertisement

Related: Cierra’s Team Addressed Racist Post Before Her ‘Love Island USA’ Exit

Cierra Ortega‘s friends broke their silence regarding her resurfaced racist post just days before she left Love Island USA. During the Sunday, July 6, episode of the Peacock series, narrator Iain Stirling revealed that Cierra “left the villa due to a personal situation,” leaving partner Nic Vansteenberghe “officially single.” This came as a surprise to […]

The following month, Cierra Ortega exited Love Island over resurfaced posts where she allegedly used an offensive term for Asian people. Cierra, 26, insisted that she was not aware the term she’d used was offensive.

“Now that I’ve been back in the U.S. for about 48 hours and I’ve had the chance to process, I now feel like I’m at a space where I can speak about this without being highly emotional because I am not the victim in the situation,” Cierra said in an Instagram video on July 9, 2025. “While I was in the villa, there were some posts that resurfaced from my past where I was very naively using an incredibly offensive and derogatory term. I want to first start by addressing not just anyone that I have hurt or deeply offended — but most importantly — the entire Asian community. 
I am deeply, truly, honestly, so sorry.”

Love Island USA premieres on Peacock Monday, June 2.

Jamie Lee Curtis has announced that her older sister Kelly Lee Curtis has died. She was 69.

“A warm aloha to my older sister, Kelly Lee Curtis. She passed away this morning. In her home. In nature. At peace,” Jamie, 67, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, May 30, alongside a stunning black and white photo of her late sibling getting her hair done while smoking a cigarette.

“She was my first friend and lifelong confidant,” Jamie continued. “She was jaw droppingly beautiful, and a talented actress. She played a mean game of hearts, collected turtles, loved her family, nature, music, thrifting, travel, Facebook, and Pokémon Go. She was proud of her Danish roots and Hungarian Jewish ancestry and was a devoted American patriot.”

She added, “She will be remembered for her loving generosity, fierce opinions, endless curiosity, unique style, and her powdered, almond, crescent cookies at Christmas, hence her name, Auntie Cookie. Kelly always signed off any messages or fare thee well with a Hungarian blessing… Isten Veled, God is with you. Isten Veled to my sister of the sun and the moon, my Tai. I’ll see you on down the line.”

Related: Jamie Lee Curtis Mourns Ex-Boyfriend Robert Carradine After Death at Age 71

Jamie Lee Curtis has paid tribute to ex-boyfriend Robert Carradine following his death at age 71. “I woke up to the news that Robert Carradine died,” Curtis, 67, wrote via Instagram on Tuesday, February 24, alongside throwback photos with Carradine. The Freaky Friday actress revealed that her friend Melanie Griffith, who starred alongside Carradine in […]

Kelly was the daughter of Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh who, like her famous sister, followed in her parents’ acting footsteps. Born in Santa Monica on June 17, 1956, she made her acting debut when she first appeared in the 1958 adventure film The Vikings, which starred her mother and father. She went on to star alongside her sister in 1983’s Trading Places, as well as the 1987 German comedy movie Magic Sticks and the 1991 Italian horror film The Devil’s Daughter.

She also made appearances on episodes of The Equalizer, Hunter, Silk Stalkings, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Judging Amy and more.

Kelly also excelled behind the camera, directing the 2018 documentary Marby Jets Are Go, which followed an Australian high school track team. She later assisted her sister Jamie on her blockbuster 2008 hit Freaky Friday, as well as Christmas With the Kranks and You Again.

Like her sister, Kelly also fielded accusations of favoritism and nepotism as a result of her famous parents’ acting prowess.

Thank You!

You have successfully subscribed.

Advertisement

“I guarantee you, the fact that my mother was in Psycho was a determining factor that maybe that will get them a little extra publicity,” Jamie told CBS News in January of being called a so-called “Nepo Baby.”

Related: Jamie Lee Curtis Calls Christopher Guest the ‘Funniest Dude on the Planet’

Jamie Lee Curtis was smitten with now-husband, Christopher Guest, before they even met. “I married Chris five months after seeing his picture in Rolling Stone. I said out loud to my friend, the late, great Debra Hill, ‘Oh, I’m going to marry that guy,’” Curtis told Sigourney Weaver in a 2015 conversation for Interview magazine. […]

Advertisement

“Now, did it get me to that final two?” she continued. “No, my auditions got me to the final two.”

A cause of death was not publicly revealed at the time of publication. Kelly is survived by her sister Jamie, her husband and fellow filmmaker John Marsh, her brother-in-law, actor Christopher Guest, and her half-siblings Alexandra, Allegra, Ben and Nicholas.

A close friend of Claude Lemieux claims the late NHL legend carried an alleged “injustice” prior to his untimely death.

“He always lived this as an injustice, a heavy burden to bear,” Réjean Tremblay, Montreal hockey columnist and friend who knew Lemieux for 30 years, told The New York Post in an interview published on Saturday, May 30, claiming that the late hockey star was “deeply sensitive to rejection” and, as a result, never got over the fact that he wasn’t inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame following his 2009 retirement.

“The sense of rejection ran deeper than one might have imagined,” Tremblay further claimed. “He took it very hard.”

The NHL legend was found dead on Thursday, May 28, by one of his three sons. He was 60. His death was later ruled a suicide.

“The National Hockey League mourns the passing of Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion and one of the greatest big-game Players in hockey history,” NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said in a statement. Lemieux — who played for 21 seasons in the NHL between 1983 and 2009 — is survived by his wife, Deborah, daughter Claudia, and sons Brendan, Christopher and Michael.

“I love you dad! My son [Luc’s] favorite person is going to watch from above for a while,” Lemieux’s son Brendan wrote via Instagram, breaking his silence in the wake of his father’s shocking death. “We will see you.”

The NHL star’s death came just three days after he made an emotional appearance at Game 3 of the NHL’s Eastern Conference Finals between the Montreal Canadiens and the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday, May 25. Lemieux acted as a torchbearer prior to the game. (Lemieux played for the Canadiens from 1983 to 1990.)

“It’s possible that surge of love, that wave of love on Monday evening, triggered an emotion that was too intense,” Tremblay claimed to The New York Post, citing other friends of Lemieux, per the outlet. “It might have reawakened old pains, old suffering.”

Colombe Lacroix, another close friend of the hockey star who was reportedly at the scene with the surviving family on Thursday, per The New York Post, told the outlet that Lemieux had been “going through a difficult time” and was allegedly “depressed” prior to his death.

“They didn’t expect that at all,” she added of the player’s death by suicide. “They never saw it coming. It’s so devastating, everyone is upside down.”

Thank You!

You have successfully subscribed.

The widow of former Colorado Avalanche general manager Pierre Lacroix, who became close with Lemieux and his wife when Lemieux played for the Avalanche from 1995 to 1999, then recalled the last time she visited with the famed hockey player.

“I held Claude in my arms, and I said thank you for being there for me,” she told The New York Post on Saturday. “He left our world too soon and I hope he’s in a better palace and that he’s happy.”

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.

Pete Davidson and his ex-girlfriend, Elsie Hewitt, are reportedly in touch and trying to keep the peace for the sake of their daughter.

The former couple recently broke up, with Hewitt taking to social media to complain about being overworked, claiming she is the only one raising their daughter since the split.

However, sources close to Pete Davidson denied the claim, and now, it seems the pair are figuring out the best way forward by having “productive conversations.”

Following news of their split, things seemed to be getting messy quickly between Davidson and Hewitt, especially when the model made eyebrow-raising comments that implied the comedian wasn’t supporting her in the raising of their daughter, Scottie.

Now, according to Us Weekly, the exes appear to be working towards being on the same page, especially about their child’s upbringing.

“Their communication has improved,” an insider said, adding that Davidson and Hewitt are “having productive conversations” about co-parenting.

“They’ve been working together on parenting,” the source continued. “Pete has adjusted his schedule to be there for their daughter.”

However, on the topic of a potential reconciliation, the pair seems set on never getting back together: “Pete and Elsie both wanted [the relationship] to work, and it didn’t.”

Hewitt never directly named Davidson in her social media posts, but it was quite obvious she was accusing the comedian of not being a present father after their breakup.

The model’s claims about Davidson’s parenting were spurred by remarks made by fans who observed she looked disheveled during an outing with their daughter shortly after news of their split made headlines.

Reacting to the fan comments about her appearance, Hewitt made a TikTok video saying she doesn’t look “nicer” in the photos because she’s “exhausted.”

“That’s not what I’m thinking about right now, because I have a baby to take care of, and I also have to work and make money, and I’m doing it on my own, which is hard,” the model noted.

When asked directly by a fan if she meant that she was solely financially responsible for her daughter, Hewitt, in a now-deleted comment, said, “I am :).”

Pete Davidson Was ‘Confused’ By His Ex-Girlfriend’s Claims

Hewitt’s claim quickly went viral, prompting a quick response from sources close to Davidson, branding her comments untrue.

According to an insider, the comedian was taken aback by her claim as he has been “very present” in Scottie’s life.

“He wants nothing but the best for Elsie, and he shoulders all of the financial costs, including the costs for Elsie, her rent, and her health insurance,” the insider said.

They continued, “Elsie’s posts caught everyone around them off guard because they are simply not true.”

The Former Couple’s Relationship Ended Due To Major ‘Stressors’

While neither Davidson nor Hewitt has shared why they chose to separate, sources claim that their relationship was strained due to becoming parents early in their new relationship.

“They tried to make it work, but there were different stressors, including having a baby together as two people who didn’t yet know each other that well,” a source told Us Weekly.

They added, “They are both trying to make it work and have made accommodations in their schedules for the baby.”

Prior to their breakup, Davidson and Hewitt seemed very excited about becoming parents, even stating once that they hoped to give their daughter Scottie a sibling.

“We want her to have a friend, for sure,” Davidson said, adding in a chat with the news outlet. “We love the idea of her being a big sister.”

Pete Davidson’s Busy Schedule Added To The Strain On Their Relationship

According to reports, Davidson and Hewitt found it difficult to balance the comedian’s busy work schedule with the demands of raising a baby.

Davidson’s traveling, especially, is said to have become hard for Hewitt to deal with, which strained their relationship.

“Pete has been traveling so much for work, but Elsie was craving more support from him at home after their daughter was born,” an insider said.

“They are just focusing 100% on Scottie. Working out the best co-parenting solution is their top priority,” another source explained about the former couple.