#MAGFAB: Jenna Ortega Covers VOGUE’s November Issue!
For VOGUE’s November issue, Jenna Ortega opens up to Alice Robb about her new movie, “Klara and the Sun,” her relationship with fame, her experience living with OCD, why she keeps her romantic life private, and more.
On watching her own movies:
“I think that that would send me into a psychosis of some sort”—or open the box office updates her team sends. “I don’t want it to become a numbers thing,” she says. She only encounters chatter about her movies through word of mouth or Instagram, “which I’m on less and less…so much of what you see on there nowadays is just garbage AI…we all look at ourselves too much.”
On her romantic life:
“I don’t think I’ll ever approach that part of my life, my personal life, with the public.”
On living with OCD:
Ortega was seven when she realized there was something different about the way her mind worked. “There’s a lot of different trains rolling in my brain at the same time…I had to open the bedsheet a certain way, and open the drawer one way, and brush my hair in a slow-paced way.”
She now recognizes that behavior as an early manifestation of obsessive compulsive disorder, which continues to impact her life. Sometimes, if she’s tired or jet-lagged or anxious about an upcoming job, “I just bite the bullet and do the routine”: repeating the phrase “take care” a specific number of times throughout the day; stepping onto set with her left foot first; holding her breath and counting to 71. She’s tried to reframe OCD as a game, which “helps to take some of the pressure off.”
VOGUE’s November 2026 issue is available on newsstands nationwide on November 3rd.
Writer: Alice Robb
Photographer: Szilveszter Makó
Fashion Editor: Tabitha Simmons
On watching her own movies:
“I think that that would send me into a psychosis of some sort”—or open the box office updates her team sends. “I don’t want it to become a numbers thing,” she says. She only encounters chatter about her movies through word of mouth or Instagram, “which I’m on less and less…so much of what you see on there nowadays is just garbage AI…we all look at ourselves too much.”
On her romantic life:
“I don’t think I’ll ever approach that part of my life, my personal life, with the public.”
On living with OCD:
Ortega was seven when she realized there was something different about the way her mind worked. “There’s a lot of different trains rolling in my brain at the same time…I had to open the bedsheet a certain way, and open the drawer one way, and brush my hair in a slow-paced way.”
VOGUE’s November 2026 issue is available on newsstands nationwide on November 3rd.
Writer: Alice Robb
Photographer: Szilveszter Makó
Fashion Editor: Tabitha Simmons
#RHOA: Phaedra Parks’ New Romance Comes With a $1M Divorce Twist
The Challenge star CT Tamburello has reached a divorce settlement with his estranged wife, Catalina White. The agreement divides up their homes, cars, and other property as their marriage comes to an end. The news also comes as Tamburello moves forward with Real Housewives of Atlanta star Phaedra Parks. The settlement reveals how the former couple will handle their finances after the split.
CT Tamburello and Catalina White’s property settlement revealed
According to TMZ, Tamburello and White signed their divorce settlement on Oct. 13. The agreement states that both parties gave up their right to receive spousal support. Tamburello will keep his four-bedroom, three-bathroom home in Cutler Bay, Florida. The 1,793-square-foot property has an estimated value of around $600,000, and he will also keep all cars in his possession.
White will retain her Tampa, Florida, home, which carries an estimated value of $1 million. She will also retain her 2023 Ford Bronco, which is under the deal. The settlement allows her to retain all rights to her business. The former couple also reached a separate confidential agreement covering their intellectual property and digital assets.
Tamburello and White will each maintain their own checking, savings and retirement accounts. Their settlement brings an end to months of efforts to finalize their divorce. White filed for divorce in April 2026, and the couple had continued working toward a resolution in the following months. Both cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for their separation.
The former couple married on Oct. 15, 2024, in Key Largo, Florida. They were married for less than two years when they arrived at the settlement. Meanwhile, Tamburello appears to have moved on with Parks, the RHOA star. The outlet reported on their relationship in September, adding another development to the reality TV personality’s personal life as his divorce reaches its conclusion.
The Challenge star CT Tamburello has reached a divorce settlement with his estranged wife, Catalina White. The agreement divides up their homes, cars, and other property as their marriage comes to an end. The news also comes as Tamburello moves forward with Real Housewives of Atlanta star Phaedra Parks. The settlement reveals how the former couple will handle their finances after the split.
CT Tamburello and Catalina White’s property settlement revealed
According to TMZ, Tamburello and White signed their divorce settlement on Oct. 13. The agreement states that both parties gave up their right to receive spousal support. Tamburello will keep his four-bedroom, three-bathroom home in Cutler Bay, Florida. The 1,793-square-foot property has an estimated value of around $600,000, and he will also keep all cars in his possession.
White will retain her Tampa, Florida, home, which carries an estimated value of $1 million. She will also retain her 2023 Ford Bronco, which is under the deal. The settlement allows her to retain all rights to her business. The former couple also reached a separate confidential agreement covering their intellectual property and digital assets.
Tamburello and White will each maintain their own checking, savings and retirement accounts. Their settlement brings an end to months of efforts to finalize their divorce. White filed for divorce in April 2026, and the couple had continued working toward a resolution in the following months. Both cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for their separation.
The former couple married on Oct. 15, 2024, in Key Largo, Florida. They were married for less than two years when they arrived at the settlement. Meanwhile, Tamburello appears to have moved on with Parks, the RHOA star. The outlet reported on their relationship in September, adding another development to the reality TV personality’s personal life as his divorce reaches its conclusion.
#MusicNews: Lucky Daye Announces 2027 ‘ALOUD! Tour’ Dates
Lucky Daye is hitting the road in 2027. The Grammy-winning singer has unveiled the dates for his ALOUD! Tour.
The North American leg kicks off March 2 in Orlando at House of Blues. From there, Daye will visit more than 20 other cities, including New Orleans, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and Chicago. The tour wraps up April 8 in San Francisco at The Warfield.
Daye’s upcoming tour will support his fifth album, ALOUD!, released Oct. 16 via Warner Records. The album includes the singles “Nowhere Fast,” “Fly U Out” featuring Leon Thomas and “Talk To Me.” It also features collaborations with Pusha T, Muni Long, Akeem Ali, and The Paradox.
“I used to think I wasn’t allowed to do a lot of what I wanted, but I realized I had to allow myself to live ALOUD!” said Daye. “Don’t let anybody silence you or tell you who you’re supposed to be. Say what you want, move how you want, and dance your way through the hard times.”
See Lucky Daye’s tour dates below.
Lucky Daye’s ALOUD! Tour 2027 Dates
Mar 2 – Orlando, FL @ House of Blues
Mar 3 – St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live
Mar 5 – New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore
Mar 6 – Atlanta, GA @ Coca-Cola Roxy
Mar 7 – Birmingham, AL @ Avondale Brewing Company
Mar 10 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
Mar 12 – Washington, DC @ The Theater at MGM National Harbor
Mar 13 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
Mar 14 – Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz
Mar 16 – Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa
Mar 18 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
Mar 19 – Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues
Mar 21 – Toronto, ON @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Mar 23 – Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
Mar 24 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s
Mar 26 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore
Mar 27 – Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed
Mar 30 – St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant
Apr 1 – Dallas, TX @ South Side Ballroom
Apr 2 – Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
Apr 3 – Austin, TX @ ACL Live at the Moody Theater
Apr 6 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
Apr 7 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
Apr 8 – San Francisco, CA @ The Warfield
Get tickets at http://www.ticketmaster.com
The North American leg kicks off March 2 in Orlando at House of Blues. From there, Daye will visit more than 20 other cities, including New Orleans, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and Chicago. The tour wraps up April 8 in San Francisco at The Warfield.
Daye’s upcoming tour will support his fifth album, ALOUD!, released Oct. 16 via Warner Records. The album includes the singles “Nowhere Fast,” “Fly U Out” featuring Leon Thomas and “Talk To Me.” It also features collaborations with Pusha T, Muni Long, Akeem Ali, and The Paradox.
“I used to think I wasn’t allowed to do a lot of what I wanted, but I realized I had to allow myself to live ALOUD!” said Daye. “Don’t let anybody silence you or tell you who you’re supposed to be. Say what you want, move how you want, and dance your way through the hard times.”
See Lucky Daye’s tour dates below.
Lucky Daye’s ALOUD! Tour 2027 Dates
Mar 2 – Orlando, FL @ House of Blues
Mar 3 – St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live
Mar 5 – New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore
Mar 6 – Atlanta, GA @ Coca-Cola Roxy
Mar 7 – Birmingham, AL @ Avondale Brewing Company
Mar 10 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
Mar 12 – Washington, DC @ The Theater at MGM National Harbor
Mar 13 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
Mar 14 – Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz
Mar 16 – Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa
Mar 18 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
Mar 19 – Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues
Mar 21 – Toronto, ON @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Mar 23 – Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
Mar 24 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s
Mar 26 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore
Mar 27 – Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed
Mar 30 – St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant
Apr 1 – Dallas, TX @ South Side Ballroom
Apr 2 – Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
Apr 3 – Austin, TX @ ACL Live at the Moody Theater
Apr 6 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
Apr 7 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
Apr 8 – San Francisco, CA @ The Warfield
Get tickets at http://www.ticketmaster.com
#HipHopNews: A$AP Rocky Faces Plagiarism Accusations Over “Shroom Clouds” Visual as VFX Artist Alleges Creative Theft
A$AP Rocky is facing accusations of creative theft after a visual featured in his “Shroom Clouds” music video sparked backlash from artists and fans who believe the rapper’s team borrowed heavily from another creator’s work.
Full stop. Seems like a there’s been a few creative theft accusations floating around the rap game lately, however some may have more merit than others. We’ll let y’all be the judge on which ones hold water and which ones don’t.
The controversy gained traction across social media after creative director and VFX artist @cache_bunny shared a side-by-side comparison highlighting striking similarities between an original video and imagery appearing in Rocky’s release.
The allegations have also raised questions about the growing use of artificial intelligence in music video production, particularly when existing creative work may be incorporated into new projects without permission.
According to online critics, Rocky’s team may have used AI-assisted editing or digital compositing to recreate the original shot, potentially removing its subject and replacing it with the rapper.
The video’s credits reportedly acknowledge several “AI Artists,” including Spike, Red, and Ces, adding another dimension to the conversation surrounding creative ownership and attribution.
“I’ve gotten over 600 messages about this so far. I don’t know what to do about it yet, but clearly this has struck a major chord with the creator community, which is nice to see. Stealing artists work is not ok, and that’s not the precedent we want to set. I can’t understand why they didn’t just reach out to license the clip, or make their own version inspired by it.
If anyone has advice on what to do please let me know”
The accusations remain unproven, and the similarities alone do not establish whether copyrighted material was improperly used.
Rocky and his creative team have yet to publicly address the allegations.
The dispute adds to an increasingly important conversation within entertainment about how artists protect their original work as AI-assisted production becomes more widespread.
Full stop. Seems like a there’s been a few creative theft accusations floating around the rap game lately, however some may have more merit than others. We’ll let y’all be the judge on which ones hold water and which ones don’t.
The controversy gained traction across social media after creative director and VFX artist @cache_bunny shared a side-by-side comparison highlighting striking similarities between an original video and imagery appearing in Rocky’s release.
The allegations have also raised questions about the growing use of artificial intelligence in music video production, particularly when existing creative work may be incorporated into new projects without permission.
According to online critics, Rocky’s team may have used AI-assisted editing or digital compositing to recreate the original shot, potentially removing its subject and replacing it with the rapper.
The video’s credits reportedly acknowledge several “AI Artists,” including Spike, Red, and Ces, adding another dimension to the conversation surrounding creative ownership and attribution.
“I’ve gotten over 600 messages about this so far. I don’t know what to do about it yet, but clearly this has struck a major chord with the creator community, which is nice to see. Stealing artists work is not ok, and that’s not the precedent we want to set. I can’t understand why they didn’t just reach out to license the clip, or make their own version inspired by it.
If anyone has advice on what to do please let me know”
The accusations remain unproven, and the similarities alone do not establish whether copyrighted material was improperly used.
Rocky and his creative team have yet to publicly address the allegations.
The dispute adds to an increasingly important conversation within entertainment about how artists protect their original work as AI-assisted production becomes more widespread.
Chris Brown avoids prison time for brawling at a London nightclub
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown avoided prison time Monday for beating a music producer with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub three years ago. The 37-year-old was given an eight-month sentence, suspended for a year.
He had faced up to three years in prison after pleading guilty to a count of affray in July for the attack on the dance floor of Tape, a private club in the swanky Mayfair neighborhood in February 2023.
Video footage played in court showed Brown having to be pulled away from the victim, his former friend Abraham Diaw, after striking him twice in the head with a bottle.
“The repeated use of a glass bottle in that way, especially aimed at the head, was plainly dangerous. It carried the risk of delivering a more serious injury than was ultimately sustained,” Judge Tony Baumgartner said in Southwark Crown Court.
Despite the seriousness of the attack, Baumgartner said Brown did not qualify for a custodial sentence because he pleaded guilty and there were several mitigating circumstances, including stable employment and charity work. The judge acknowledged Brown’s previous convictions but said he had maintained a clean record in recent years.
Brown has faced repeated legal trouble since his felony conviction in the 2009 assault of his then-girlfriend, Rihanna, hours before the pair were due to perform at the Grammys.
He has been arrested in several U.S. states over altercations but was either not charged or prosecutors later dropped the charges. In 2019 he was arrested in Paris and questioned on suspicion of rape, but was released without charge.
In return for his guilty plea, prosecutors dropped charges of assault, attempting to cause grievous bodily harm and having an offensive weapon, a bottle.
Brown’s friend and vocal coach Omololu Akinlolu also pleaded guilty to affray and was given a four-month suspended sentence. Affray is the use or threat of unlawful violence that leads someone to fear for their safety.
Brown has apologized for the attack
Prosecutor Heidi Stonecliffe said Brown played a leading role in the attack.
“By any circumstances, when one watches that footage, it is Mr. Brown that moves first,” Stonecliffe said.
Defense lawyer Sallie Bennett-Jenkins said Brown apologized to all those at the club that night, though she emphasized the attack lasted no more than 20 seconds.
“This is an ugly and unattractive incident,” Bennett-Jenkins said. “It is something which undoubtedly would have caused distress to those who are present and for which Mr. Brown … offers a profound apology to all those present.”
Diaw was discharged from the hospital with head and knee injuries, Stonecliffe said.
He had faced up to three years in prison after pleading guilty to a count of affray in July for the attack on the dance floor of Tape, a private club in the swanky Mayfair neighborhood in February 2023.
Video footage played in court showed Brown having to be pulled away from the victim, his former friend Abraham Diaw, after striking him twice in the head with a bottle.
“The repeated use of a glass bottle in that way, especially aimed at the head, was plainly dangerous. It carried the risk of delivering a more serious injury than was ultimately sustained,” Judge Tony Baumgartner said in Southwark Crown Court.
Despite the seriousness of the attack, Baumgartner said Brown did not qualify for a custodial sentence because he pleaded guilty and there were several mitigating circumstances, including stable employment and charity work. The judge acknowledged Brown’s previous convictions but said he had maintained a clean record in recent years.
Brown has faced repeated legal trouble since his felony conviction in the 2009 assault of his then-girlfriend, Rihanna, hours before the pair were due to perform at the Grammys.
He has been arrested in several U.S. states over altercations but was either not charged or prosecutors later dropped the charges. In 2019 he was arrested in Paris and questioned on suspicion of rape, but was released without charge.
In return for his guilty plea, prosecutors dropped charges of assault, attempting to cause grievous bodily harm and having an offensive weapon, a bottle.
Brown’s friend and vocal coach Omololu Akinlolu also pleaded guilty to affray and was given a four-month suspended sentence. Affray is the use or threat of unlawful violence that leads someone to fear for their safety.
Brown has apologized for the attack
Prosecutor Heidi Stonecliffe said Brown played a leading role in the attack.
“By any circumstances, when one watches that footage, it is Mr. Brown that moves first,” Stonecliffe said.
Defense lawyer Sallie Bennett-Jenkins said Brown apologized to all those at the club that night, though she emphasized the attack lasted no more than 20 seconds.
“This is an ugly and unattractive incident,” Bennett-Jenkins said. “It is something which undoubtedly would have caused distress to those who are present and for which Mr. Brown … offers a profound apology to all those present.”
Diaw was discharged from the hospital with head and knee injuries, Stonecliffe said.
#RIPWalterKoenig, actor who played Chekov on original ‘Star Trek’ series, dies at 90
Walter Koenig, the actor who played Chekov on the original “Star Trek” television series, has died, his representative confirmed on Monday.
He was 90.Koenig passed away at his home in the North Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, talent agent Zachery McGinnis said in a statement.
With the passing of Koenig, who played trusty Enterprise navigator Pavel Chekov on the iconic science fiction TV show, that leaves just two surviving marquee cast members from the original series.
Following the deaths of Leonard Nimoy (2015), DeForest Kelley (1999), James Doohan (2005) and Nichelle Nichols (2022), the only two primary cast members still alive today are the 95-year-old William Shatner, who played Capt. James T. Kirk, and George Takei, who played Hikaru Sulu.
Koenig was the best man at Takei’s wedding and the Sulu actor fondly remembered his colleague as a “thoughtful man, and a loyal friend” Monday.
“Walter and I met on the bridge of the Enterprise in the 1960s, and we stayed friends for nearly six decades,” Takei said in a statement posted on Instagram.
Koenig’s Sept. 14, 1936, birthday matched with Takei’s wedding anniversary, also Sept. 14, 2008.
“I will always treasure that he and I shared that date,” the 89-year-old Takei added. “Walter was more than Chekov. He was a writer, a teacher, a thoughtful man, and a loyal friend. To the fans who loved him for so many years, thank you. He loved you too. Rest well, my dear friend. Keep navigating a steady course.”
The original “Star Trek” ran for 79 episodes over the course of three seasons on NBC from 1966 to 1969. Koenig also reprised his role as the Russian crew member in multiple movie versions of the venerable franchise.
Koenig’s Chekov came on board during the second season of Cold War-era “Star Trek,” which aimed to show how characters from multiple races and nationalities could peacefully coincide — albeit in the 23rd century, on a space ship and in the fictional setting of series creator Gene Roddenberry.
The late actor went on to play Chekov in seven “Star Trek” movies: “Star Trek: The Motion Picture” in 1979, “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” in 1982, “Star Trek III: The Search for Spock” in 1984, “Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home” in 1986, “Star Trek V: The Final Frontier” in 1989, “Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country” in 1991 and “Star Trek Generations” in 1994.
He was 90.Koenig passed away at his home in the North Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, talent agent Zachery McGinnis said in a statement.
With the passing of Koenig, who played trusty Enterprise navigator Pavel Chekov on the iconic science fiction TV show, that leaves just two surviving marquee cast members from the original series.
Following the deaths of Leonard Nimoy (2015), DeForest Kelley (1999), James Doohan (2005) and Nichelle Nichols (2022), the only two primary cast members still alive today are the 95-year-old William Shatner, who played Capt. James T. Kirk, and George Takei, who played Hikaru Sulu.
Koenig was the best man at Takei’s wedding and the Sulu actor fondly remembered his colleague as a “thoughtful man, and a loyal friend” Monday.
“Walter and I met on the bridge of the Enterprise in the 1960s, and we stayed friends for nearly six decades,” Takei said in a statement posted on Instagram.
Koenig’s Sept. 14, 1936, birthday matched with Takei’s wedding anniversary, also Sept. 14, 2008.
“I will always treasure that he and I shared that date,” the 89-year-old Takei added. “Walter was more than Chekov. He was a writer, a teacher, a thoughtful man, and a loyal friend. To the fans who loved him for so many years, thank you. He loved you too. Rest well, my dear friend. Keep navigating a steady course.”
The original “Star Trek” ran for 79 episodes over the course of three seasons on NBC from 1966 to 1969. Koenig also reprised his role as the Russian crew member in multiple movie versions of the venerable franchise.
Koenig’s Chekov came on board during the second season of Cold War-era “Star Trek,” which aimed to show how characters from multiple races and nationalities could peacefully coincide — albeit in the 23rd century, on a space ship and in the fictional setting of series creator Gene Roddenberry.
The late actor went on to play Chekov in seven “Star Trek” movies: “Star Trek: The Motion Picture” in 1979, “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” in 1982, “Star Trek III: The Search for Spock” in 1984, “Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home” in 1986, “Star Trek V: The Final Frontier” in 1989, “Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country” in 1991 and “Star Trek Generations” in 1994.
Nicki Minaj says she'd back Trump if he runs again, despite third-term ban even though she's not a US Citizen
Rapper Nicki Minaj reaffirmed her support for President Donald Trump at a Michigan rally Sunday, telling him she would back him “if you run again” — even though the Constitution bars a president from being elected to a third term.
Minaj joined Trump onstage at the Port Huron rally, where he was campaigning for Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers and gubernatorial candidate John James.
“President Trump, it is an honor to stand with you every single time,” Minaj said. “And I will continue to support you forever and ever. If you run again, I will support you again.”
The 22nd Amendment bars Trump from being elected to a third term.
Minaj said in February that she decided to get politically involved after seeing what she described as the “bullying” Trump faced during the 2024 campaign.
In September, she urged young Americans to “vote red” in the midterms. “Your voice will not only be heard, but your voice is very necessary right now for the country and for the world,” she said in a Fox News interview with Lara Trump.
At Sunday’s rally, Minaj praised Trump’s “resilience,” saying he had “changed the energy of our country” and given Americans “a future to look forward to, a brighter future for us and our children.”
She also urged voters to support Republicans in the Nov. 3 midterm elections, calling the vote “a major turning point for our country.” “We really need all of these great people to be elected,” she said.
Trump called Minaj the “queen of rap” and a “very special person.”
White House communications director Steven Cheung joked on social media that the administration “may have found the new White House press secretary!”
Minaj joined Trump onstage at the Port Huron rally, where he was campaigning for Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers and gubernatorial candidate John James.
“President Trump, it is an honor to stand with you every single time,” Minaj said. “And I will continue to support you forever and ever. If you run again, I will support you again.”
The 22nd Amendment bars Trump from being elected to a third term.
Minaj said in February that she decided to get politically involved after seeing what she described as the “bullying” Trump faced during the 2024 campaign.
In September, she urged young Americans to “vote red” in the midterms. “Your voice will not only be heard, but your voice is very necessary right now for the country and for the world,” she said in a Fox News interview with Lara Trump.
At Sunday’s rally, Minaj praised Trump’s “resilience,” saying he had “changed the energy of our country” and given Americans “a future to look forward to, a brighter future for us and our children.”
She also urged voters to support Republicans in the Nov. 3 midterm elections, calling the vote “a major turning point for our country.” “We really need all of these great people to be elected,” she said.
Trump called Minaj the “queen of rap” and a “very special person.”
White House communications director Steven Cheung joked on social media that the administration “may have found the new White House press secretary!”
Dolly Parton’s Estate Appoints Niece Danielle Parton As New Brand Ambassador
Dolly Parton’s estate has officially named her niece, Danielle Parton, as the new brand ambassador for the iconic entertainer’s legacy. This strategic move ensures that the family’s connection to the legendary country singer remains strong and visible in the ongoing management of her brand.
Danielle Parton stepping into this role marks a significant moment for the Parton family and the stewardship of Dolly Parton’s extensive cultural and business presence. As brand ambassador, Danielle will play a key role in representing the values and image associated with Dolly Parton’s name, helping to engage fans and maintain the authenticity of the brand moving forward.
This appointment also signals a long-term commitment to keeping the Parton legacy within the family’s hands. With Dolly Parton’s unmatched influence in country music, philanthropy, and entertainment, having a trusted family member like Danielle ensures that decisions regarding the brand’s future will be handled with care and intimacy.
While details about Danielle’s background or previous involvement with the estate have not been extensively publicized, the announcement highlights her pride in being part of Dolly Parton’s legacy. This personal connection is a valuable asset in promoting the authenticity and heritage of one of music’s most beloved figures.
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The decision to appoint Danielle reflects a growing trend among estates of major celebrities to involve family members closely in brand management. This approach helps to preserve the integrity of the legacy while leveraging the unique insights that only family can provide.
With Danielle Parton now at the forefront as brand ambassador, fans and industry insiders alike will be watching how she shapes the ongoing narrative around Dolly Parton’s enduring influence. This new chapter signals both respect for the past and a forward-looking vision to sustain and grow the brand’s impact for years to come.
Danielle Parton stepping into this role marks a significant moment for the Parton family and the stewardship of Dolly Parton’s extensive cultural and business presence. As brand ambassador, Danielle will play a key role in representing the values and image associated with Dolly Parton’s name, helping to engage fans and maintain the authenticity of the brand moving forward.
This appointment also signals a long-term commitment to keeping the Parton legacy within the family’s hands. With Dolly Parton’s unmatched influence in country music, philanthropy, and entertainment, having a trusted family member like Danielle ensures that decisions regarding the brand’s future will be handled with care and intimacy.
While details about Danielle’s background or previous involvement with the estate have not been extensively publicized, the announcement highlights her pride in being part of Dolly Parton’s legacy. This personal connection is a valuable asset in promoting the authenticity and heritage of one of music’s most beloved figures.
Find Embassies
The decision to appoint Danielle reflects a growing trend among estates of major celebrities to involve family members closely in brand management. This approach helps to preserve the integrity of the legacy while leveraging the unique insights that only family can provide.
With Danielle Parton now at the forefront as brand ambassador, fans and industry insiders alike will be watching how she shapes the ongoing narrative around Dolly Parton’s enduring influence. This new chapter signals both respect for the past and a forward-looking vision to sustain and grow the brand’s impact for years to come.
LORD HAVE MERCY! Pastor Israel Ford Goes Viral For Introducing His Second Wife During Service, Says Having Only One Wife Is “Unbiblical”?
A pastor is sparking conversation online after publicly introducing his second wife during a church service and defending his belief that men can have multiple wives.
Pastor Israel Ford of LifeWorks Church shared footage of himself introducing a woman named Shakayla Ford to his congregation. He also took to Instagram to announce the news, writing, “I would like to introduce to the world, my second wife, Shakayla Ford!!!”
A pastor is sparking conversation online after publicly introducing his second wife during a church service and defending his belief that men can have multiple wives.Pastor Israel Ford of LifeWorks Church shared footage of himself introducing a woman named Shakayla Ford to his congregation. He also took to Instagram to announce the news, writing, “I would like to introduce to the world, my second wife, Shakayla Ford!!!”
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He went on to challenge traditional views on marriage, stating, “As a nation we have been taught that a man should have one wife only. This is unbiblical.”
Ford encouraged followers to watch his full sermon, adding, “I understand that this is an unpopular truth that we have gotten away from and many Pastors will not preach. I have no plans to choose pleasing man over what God has revealed.”
The pastor also acknowledged that his announcement could cost him supporters, writing, “People may not accept this and choose to disconnect, and that is ok!” He concluded his message by referencing Exodus 21:10, a Bible verse addressing a man’s obligations if he takes another wife.
While Ford maintains that his beliefs are supported by scripture, polygamy remains a debated subject among Christians, with many denominations teaching that marriage should be between two people.
He went on to challenge traditional views on marriage, stating, “As a nation we have been taught that a man should have one wife only. This is unbiblical.”
Ford encouraged followers to watch his full sermon, adding, “I understand that this is an unpopular truth that we have gotten away from and many Pastors will not preach. I have no plans to choose pleasing man over what God has revealed.”
The pastor also acknowledged that his announcement could cost him supporters, writing, “People may not accept this and choose to disconnect, and that is ok!” He concluded his message by referencing Exodus 21:10, a Bible verse addressing a man’s obligations if he takes another wife.
While Ford maintains that his beliefs are supported by scripture, polygamy remains a debated subject among Christians, with many denominations teaching that marriage should be between two people.
Music Icon Chaka Khan to receive classic soul honor at Soul Train Awards 2026
Some voices don’t just fill a room. They rearrange it. For more than five decades, Chaka Khan has done exactly that, tearing through funk grooves, floating over jazz chords, and landing notes that singers half her age still study on repeat. Now the woman many fans call “Chaka” is getting a moment built entirely around that voice.
BET has tapped Khan as this year’s recipient of the Classic Soul Honor at the “Soul Train Awards” 2026, a tribute reserved for legacy artists whose fingerprints are all over the sound of R&B.
After a three-year break, the “Soul Train Awards” are back, and they’re heading to familiar ground. The ceremony airs Friday, November 27 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET and, for the first time, will also air on CBS, along with BET HER, VH1, MTV2, and Logo. Chicago is hosting for the first time, a fitting choice since the culture-shaping music show launched on local Chicago TV more than 50 years ago. Anthony Anderson will serve as host.
For Khan, the setting is personal. Before the world knew her by one name, she was a South Side teenager singing her way through the city’s club circuit. In Chicago, she connected with Rufus, the funk band that would launch her into the stratosphere. Watching her be celebrated on a Soul Train stage in her hometown feels less like an awards segment and more like a homecoming parade.
Run through Khan’s catalog, and you’re essentially reading a history of Black popular music. With Rufus, she gave the ’70s the slinky, Stevie Wonder-penned “Tell Me Something Good” and the slow-burning devotion of “Sweet Thing.” Going solo, she delivered “I’m Every Woman,” a declaration of self that generations of women have reclaimed ever since. Then came “Ain’t Nobody,” a synth-laced reunion with Rufus that still detonates dance floors, and “I Feel for You,” the Prince-written smash that fused R&B, rap and a Stevie Wonder harmonica line into something the radio had never heard before.
Those songs didn’t stay in their era. They’ve been sampled, covered, remixed, and passed down, shaping artists who grew up singing them into hairbrushes.
BET President Louis Carr put Khan’s significance plainly. “Chaka Khan is the embodiment of soul music,” he said. “From her groundbreaking work with Rufus to a solo career that has produced some of the most iconic records in music history, she has continually expanded the possibilities of R&B and soul while inspiring generations of artists to find and own their voices.”
What separates Khan from many legacy honorees is that she hasn’t slowed down long enough to become a museum piece. Her newest album, CHAKZILLA, finds her trading energy with an eclectic roster of collaborators: Sia, Snoop Dogg, Lenny Kravitz and hitmaking producer Greg Kurstin. It’s the work of an artist still curious about where her voice can travel.
Connie Orlando, BET’s EVP of specials, music programming and music strategy, said the honor recognizes exactly that kind of lasting reach. “Chaka Khan is an artist whose influence can be heard across generations, whose artistry has helped define the very essence of soul music, and whose legacy continues to inspire the music we hear today,” Orlando said. “We are proud to celebrate her legacy on the Soul Train Awards stage.”
The accolades back it all up. Khan has collected 11 Grammy Awards over her career. In 2023, she entered the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with the Musical Excellence Award, and earlier this year the Recording Academy presented her with its Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. The Classic Soul Honor adds another chapter to a remarkable run of recognition, and it arrives from an institution that has always held her music close.
Don Cornelius built Soul Train to give Black artists a stage worthy of their genius. Few people have used that kind of stage the way Chaka Khan has, with grit, glamour, and a refusal to be boxed into any single genre. On November 27, Chicago gets to hand one of its own a long-overdue bouquet.
Somewhere in that room, a young singer will be watching closely, taking notes. Chances are, Chaka already shaped how they sing.
BET has tapped Khan as this year’s recipient of the Classic Soul Honor at the “Soul Train Awards” 2026, a tribute reserved for legacy artists whose fingerprints are all over the sound of R&B.
After a three-year break, the “Soul Train Awards” are back, and they’re heading to familiar ground. The ceremony airs Friday, November 27 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET and, for the first time, will also air on CBS, along with BET HER, VH1, MTV2, and Logo. Chicago is hosting for the first time, a fitting choice since the culture-shaping music show launched on local Chicago TV more than 50 years ago. Anthony Anderson will serve as host.
For Khan, the setting is personal. Before the world knew her by one name, she was a South Side teenager singing her way through the city’s club circuit. In Chicago, she connected with Rufus, the funk band that would launch her into the stratosphere. Watching her be celebrated on a Soul Train stage in her hometown feels less like an awards segment and more like a homecoming parade.
Run through Khan’s catalog, and you’re essentially reading a history of Black popular music. With Rufus, she gave the ’70s the slinky, Stevie Wonder-penned “Tell Me Something Good” and the slow-burning devotion of “Sweet Thing.” Going solo, she delivered “I’m Every Woman,” a declaration of self that generations of women have reclaimed ever since. Then came “Ain’t Nobody,” a synth-laced reunion with Rufus that still detonates dance floors, and “I Feel for You,” the Prince-written smash that fused R&B, rap and a Stevie Wonder harmonica line into something the radio had never heard before.
Those songs didn’t stay in their era. They’ve been sampled, covered, remixed, and passed down, shaping artists who grew up singing them into hairbrushes.
BET President Louis Carr put Khan’s significance plainly. “Chaka Khan is the embodiment of soul music,” he said. “From her groundbreaking work with Rufus to a solo career that has produced some of the most iconic records in music history, she has continually expanded the possibilities of R&B and soul while inspiring generations of artists to find and own their voices.”
What separates Khan from many legacy honorees is that she hasn’t slowed down long enough to become a museum piece. Her newest album, CHAKZILLA, finds her trading energy with an eclectic roster of collaborators: Sia, Snoop Dogg, Lenny Kravitz and hitmaking producer Greg Kurstin. It’s the work of an artist still curious about where her voice can travel.
Connie Orlando, BET’s EVP of specials, music programming and music strategy, said the honor recognizes exactly that kind of lasting reach. “Chaka Khan is an artist whose influence can be heard across generations, whose artistry has helped define the very essence of soul music, and whose legacy continues to inspire the music we hear today,” Orlando said. “We are proud to celebrate her legacy on the Soul Train Awards stage.”
The accolades back it all up. Khan has collected 11 Grammy Awards over her career. In 2023, she entered the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with the Musical Excellence Award, and earlier this year the Recording Academy presented her with its Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. The Classic Soul Honor adds another chapter to a remarkable run of recognition, and it arrives from an institution that has always held her music close.
Don Cornelius built Soul Train to give Black artists a stage worthy of their genius. Few people have used that kind of stage the way Chaka Khan has, with grit, glamour, and a refusal to be boxed into any single genre. On November 27, Chicago gets to hand one of its own a long-overdue bouquet.
Somewhere in that room, a young singer will be watching closely, taking notes. Chances are, Chaka already shaped how they sing.
NFL Launches Review of Jalen Hurts' Blood Clot Diagnosis
The NFL and NFL Players Association will jointly review how the Philadelphia Eagles handled Jalen Hurts’ blood clot diagnosis and decision to clear him to play.
Hurts played against Jacksonville one day after doctors found a superficial clot. Later tests revealed deep vein thrombosis and blood clots in both lungs.
The quarterback will miss the rest of the season while taking blood thinners, and Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester has asked Commissioner Roger Goodell to clarify the league’s blood clot protocols.
The NFL and the NFL Players Association are joining forces to investigate how the Philadelphia Eagles handled Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis after the quarterback was cleared to play despite health concerns.
According to ESPN, the league and players union confirmed Sunday (Oct. 25) that they will conduct a joint review of the Eagles' medical decisions surrounding Hurts' condition.
The announcement came after the players union called for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Hurts' diagnosis and whether the Eagles took the appropriate steps to protect their quarterback.
"Before conclusions are drawn about how this situation was handled, there must be a full investigation into what occurred," the union stated. "Determining the facts is essential to ensuring players receive the highest level of care and protection going forward."
The decision represents a shift from the NFL's position earlier this week.
On Tuesday (Oct. 20), the league initially indicated that it would not investigate or discipline Philadelphia over its handling of Hurts' medical situation.
"We don't have protocol about this," NFL chief medical officer Dr. Allen Sills said. "I have complete confidence in the Eagles' medical staff and their handling of this situation."
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell also defended the team's medical staff while expressing support for further examination.
"Obviously, there was a medical evaluation, and I think our protocols were incredibly good there. The protocols were followed," Goodell said.
Hurts' medical issues reportedly began Oct. 4 when he was struck in the calf by a cleat during a game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Four days later, the 28-year-old experienced discomfort, prompting an ultrasound examination in London on Oct. 10 that revealed a superficial blood clot.
Despite the diagnosis, Eagles medical personnel and doctors in London determined that Hurts could safely continue playing.
He started against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Oct. 11, completing 21 of 40 passes for 220 yards and a touchdown in Philadelphia's 19-17 loss.
However, a follow-up examination a few days later revealed that the clot had moved.
On Oct. 19, Hurts' representatives and the Eagles announced that he had been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli, a serious condition involving blood clots traveling to the lungs.
Hurts was subsequently placed on injured reserve for the remainder of the season and began treatment with blood-thinning medication.
Medical experts have warned that returning to football while taking blood thinners could increase the risk of dangerous bleeding from physical contact.
NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported that the league and union have already begun discussions about organizing the review.
Meanwhile, Delaware Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester has also asked Goodell for answers about how the league handled Hurts' diagnosis and its medical guidelines.
Hurts played against Jacksonville one day after doctors found a superficial clot. Later tests revealed deep vein thrombosis and blood clots in both lungs.
The quarterback will miss the rest of the season while taking blood thinners, and Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester has asked Commissioner Roger Goodell to clarify the league’s blood clot protocols.
The NFL and the NFL Players Association are joining forces to investigate how the Philadelphia Eagles handled Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis after the quarterback was cleared to play despite health concerns.
According to ESPN, the league and players union confirmed Sunday (Oct. 25) that they will conduct a joint review of the Eagles' medical decisions surrounding Hurts' condition.
The announcement came after the players union called for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Hurts' diagnosis and whether the Eagles took the appropriate steps to protect their quarterback.
"Before conclusions are drawn about how this situation was handled, there must be a full investigation into what occurred," the union stated. "Determining the facts is essential to ensuring players receive the highest level of care and protection going forward."
The decision represents a shift from the NFL's position earlier this week.
On Tuesday (Oct. 20), the league initially indicated that it would not investigate or discipline Philadelphia over its handling of Hurts' medical situation.
"We don't have protocol about this," NFL chief medical officer Dr. Allen Sills said. "I have complete confidence in the Eagles' medical staff and their handling of this situation."
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell also defended the team's medical staff while expressing support for further examination.
"Obviously, there was a medical evaluation, and I think our protocols were incredibly good there. The protocols were followed," Goodell said.
Hurts' medical issues reportedly began Oct. 4 when he was struck in the calf by a cleat during a game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Four days later, the 28-year-old experienced discomfort, prompting an ultrasound examination in London on Oct. 10 that revealed a superficial blood clot.
Despite the diagnosis, Eagles medical personnel and doctors in London determined that Hurts could safely continue playing.
He started against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Oct. 11, completing 21 of 40 passes for 220 yards and a touchdown in Philadelphia's 19-17 loss.
However, a follow-up examination a few days later revealed that the clot had moved.
On Oct. 19, Hurts' representatives and the Eagles announced that he had been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli, a serious condition involving blood clots traveling to the lungs.
Hurts was subsequently placed on injured reserve for the remainder of the season and began treatment with blood-thinning medication.
Medical experts have warned that returning to football while taking blood thinners could increase the risk of dangerous bleeding from physical contact.
NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported that the league and union have already begun discussions about organizing the review.
Meanwhile, Delaware Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester has also asked Goodell for answers about how the league handled Hurts' diagnosis and its medical guidelines.
Jalen Williams suffers gruesome leg injury, stretchered off court in Thunder's victory over Clippers
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jalen Williams was taken off the court on a stretcher after suffering a significant leg injury near the end of Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Williams was fouled going up for a dunk and landed awkwardly with his left leg appearing to crumple underneath him. Williams' left foot was bent unnaturally and a Thunder staffer quickly covered it with a towel.
Some of Williams' teammates, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, became emotional and knelt over as Oklahoma City's medical team attended to Williams.
Williams eventually gave the crowd a thumbs up after he was placed on the stretcher. Fans gave Williams a standing ovation and chanted, "J-Dub," in support as he was wheeled out.
The Thunder did not have an immediate update on Williams' condition or the specifics of his injury.
Kris Dunn, who hit Williams as he came down from the dunk, was called for a flagrant 1 foul by the referees. Gilgeous-Alexander took the two flagrant free throws on Williams' behalf.
After OKC's 108-101 victory, Gilgeous-Alexander teared up during his postgame interview on the court.
"I just feel bad for him," Gilgeous-Alexander said of his longtime OKC teammate. "Nothing more than that."
Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault echoed that sentiment during his postgame news conference, saying he had no updates on Williams.
"Those are tough, man. We're not doing great," Daigneault said, via Daily Thunder's Brandon Rahbar. "That's tough on the guys."
Williams missed a significant chunk of last season due to various injuries, including a hamstring injury that kept him out of multiple games in the Western Conference finals. He played in just 33 games last season.
"I have no doubt in my mind that he'll be back and be better than he was before, just like how he handled the last couple of injuries," Gilgeous-Alexander told The Oklahoman's Justin Martinez. "It's unfortunate, his luck so far, but he's equipped for it. He's a warrior."
The Thunder also lost Cason Wallace and Jaylin Williams to injuries during Sunday's game. Daigneault said the team would have updates on their conditions Monday.
Williams was fouled going up for a dunk and landed awkwardly with his left leg appearing to crumple underneath him. Williams' left foot was bent unnaturally and a Thunder staffer quickly covered it with a towel.
Some of Williams' teammates, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, became emotional and knelt over as Oklahoma City's medical team attended to Williams.
Williams eventually gave the crowd a thumbs up after he was placed on the stretcher. Fans gave Williams a standing ovation and chanted, "J-Dub," in support as he was wheeled out.
The Thunder did not have an immediate update on Williams' condition or the specifics of his injury.
Kris Dunn, who hit Williams as he came down from the dunk, was called for a flagrant 1 foul by the referees. Gilgeous-Alexander took the two flagrant free throws on Williams' behalf.
After OKC's 108-101 victory, Gilgeous-Alexander teared up during his postgame interview on the court.
"I just feel bad for him," Gilgeous-Alexander said of his longtime OKC teammate. "Nothing more than that."
Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault echoed that sentiment during his postgame news conference, saying he had no updates on Williams.
"Those are tough, man. We're not doing great," Daigneault said, via Daily Thunder's Brandon Rahbar. "That's tough on the guys."
Williams missed a significant chunk of last season due to various injuries, including a hamstring injury that kept him out of multiple games in the Western Conference finals. He played in just 33 games last season.
"I have no doubt in my mind that he'll be back and be better than he was before, just like how he handled the last couple of injuries," Gilgeous-Alexander told The Oklahoman's Justin Martinez. "It's unfortunate, his luck so far, but he's equipped for it. He's a warrior."
The Thunder also lost Cason Wallace and Jaylin Williams to injuries during Sunday's game. Daigneault said the team would have updates on their conditions Monday.
Sylvester Stallone Defends Daughter's 'Tulsa King' Role: 'Of Course It's Nepotism'
Sylvester Stallone isn't denying that nepotism played a role in his daughter's acting career.
The 80-year-old actor addressed criticism surrounding his daughter Scarlet Rose Stallone's expanding role in Season 4 of Tulsa King, admitting that her involvement in the Paramount+ series is an example of nepotism.
Speaking with USA TODAY, Stallone pushed back against those who believe celebrity parents shouldn't use their connections to create opportunities for their children.
"First they go, 'Nepotism is terrible.' I said, 'Oh please, you're not a good parent if you haven't performed a little nepotism. Then obviously you don't care about your kids, because they come first,'" Stallone said.
"Of course it's nepotism, you idiot. That's why we're parents. We want the best for our children. So obviously we let them have every advantage."
Scarlet, 24, joined Tulsa King during its first season as Spencer, a barista who eventually becomes a stable hand. Her character has since become more involved in the criminal operation run by her father's character, Dwight "The General" Manfredi.
While Stallone has no problem acknowledging that his daughter benefits from his Hollywood connections, he believes getting an opportunity and proving you deserve it are two different things.
"Can they maintain that level of excellence? That's out of our hands," he explained. "But if you can open the door, we'll see if they have the ability to go through it."
Stallone also acknowledged that critics might have a point when questioning how easily children of famous entertainers can land opportunities.
"People will say, 'She got that job, it's too easy.' You're right. Perhaps it could be. But to maintain that, to be in front of millions of people, you either got it or you don't."
The comments come as Tulsa King returns for its fourth season, which premiered October 16.
The Taylor Sheridan-produced crime drama follows Manfredi, a New York mobster who establishes a criminal empire in Oklahoma after spending 25 years in prison.
Season 4 finds Manfredi dealing with familiar enemies and new threats as he attempts to expand his influence in organized crime.
The show's success has also led to an upcoming spinoff, Frisco King, starring Samuel L. Jackson as gangster Russell Lee Washington Jr., who sets out to build his own operation in Texas.
The 80-year-old actor addressed criticism surrounding his daughter Scarlet Rose Stallone's expanding role in Season 4 of Tulsa King, admitting that her involvement in the Paramount+ series is an example of nepotism.
Speaking with USA TODAY, Stallone pushed back against those who believe celebrity parents shouldn't use their connections to create opportunities for their children.
"First they go, 'Nepotism is terrible.' I said, 'Oh please, you're not a good parent if you haven't performed a little nepotism. Then obviously you don't care about your kids, because they come first,'" Stallone said.
"Of course it's nepotism, you idiot. That's why we're parents. We want the best for our children. So obviously we let them have every advantage."
Scarlet, 24, joined Tulsa King during its first season as Spencer, a barista who eventually becomes a stable hand. Her character has since become more involved in the criminal operation run by her father's character, Dwight "The General" Manfredi.
While Stallone has no problem acknowledging that his daughter benefits from his Hollywood connections, he believes getting an opportunity and proving you deserve it are two different things.
"Can they maintain that level of excellence? That's out of our hands," he explained. "But if you can open the door, we'll see if they have the ability to go through it."
Stallone also acknowledged that critics might have a point when questioning how easily children of famous entertainers can land opportunities.
"People will say, 'She got that job, it's too easy.' You're right. Perhaps it could be. But to maintain that, to be in front of millions of people, you either got it or you don't."
The comments come as Tulsa King returns for its fourth season, which premiered October 16.
The Taylor Sheridan-produced crime drama follows Manfredi, a New York mobster who establishes a criminal empire in Oklahoma after spending 25 years in prison.
Season 4 finds Manfredi dealing with familiar enemies and new threats as he attempts to expand his influence in organized crime.
The show's success has also led to an upcoming spinoff, Frisco King, starring Samuel L. Jackson as gangster Russell Lee Washington Jr., who sets out to build his own operation in Texas.
Iyanla Vanzant Reveals Why She Skipped Her Daughter’s Funeral
Iyanla Vanzant is speaking out about her personal grieving process, revealing that she chose to skip her daughter’s funeral to prioritize her own emotional well-being.
During a recent appearance on “The Jason Lee Show,” the former “Iyanla: Fix My Life” host explained that attending the public service did not feel like a healthy or safe environment for her at the time. “My first responsibility is to take care of me,” Vanzant said during the candid interview.
She noted that while she did not attend the official ceremony, she honored her child through private prayer and a personal ceremony at home to elevate her daughter’s soul. Vanzant argued that funerals are primarily intended for the living and should not be viewed as a mandatory obligation that overrides an individual’s personal boundaries.
Vanzant has faced the tragic loss of two daughters over the last two decades. Her youngest, Nisa Vanzant, died at age 49 in July 2023. Twenty years earlier, her eldest daughter, Gemmia, died from colon cancer on Christmas Day in 2003. During the interview, Vanzant did not specify which daughter’s funeral she was referring to, though she spoke broadly about the challenges and sacred nature of the mother-daughter bond.
The conversation also delved into Vanzant’s high-profile reconciliation with media mogul Oprah Winfrey. The two women famously experienced a professional fallout years ago, which Vanzant attributed to her own struggles with imposter syndrome. She said she felt at the time that she did not deserve the platform she had been given, which contributed to the breach in their relationship.
To repair the bond, Vanzant said she approached Winfrey without an agenda or expectations. “I wanted to heal the breach, and I was able to own my role in creating the breach,” Vanzant said. She shared that when she asked for forgiveness, Winfrey told her there was nothing to forgive, marking a turning point for the two Black women to demonstrate the power of authenticity and honesty.
Vanzant’s willingness to discuss these deeply personal topics comes as she continues to advocate for spiritual healing and radical self-care. By sharing her decision to mourn in private, she said she hopes to encourage others to set boundaries that protect their mental health, even in the face of societal expectations regarding grief and family dynamics.
During a recent appearance on “The Jason Lee Show,” the former “Iyanla: Fix My Life” host explained that attending the public service did not feel like a healthy or safe environment for her at the time. “My first responsibility is to take care of me,” Vanzant said during the candid interview.
She noted that while she did not attend the official ceremony, she honored her child through private prayer and a personal ceremony at home to elevate her daughter’s soul. Vanzant argued that funerals are primarily intended for the living and should not be viewed as a mandatory obligation that overrides an individual’s personal boundaries.
Vanzant has faced the tragic loss of two daughters over the last two decades. Her youngest, Nisa Vanzant, died at age 49 in July 2023. Twenty years earlier, her eldest daughter, Gemmia, died from colon cancer on Christmas Day in 2003. During the interview, Vanzant did not specify which daughter’s funeral she was referring to, though she spoke broadly about the challenges and sacred nature of the mother-daughter bond.
The conversation also delved into Vanzant’s high-profile reconciliation with media mogul Oprah Winfrey. The two women famously experienced a professional fallout years ago, which Vanzant attributed to her own struggles with imposter syndrome. She said she felt at the time that she did not deserve the platform she had been given, which contributed to the breach in their relationship.
To repair the bond, Vanzant said she approached Winfrey without an agenda or expectations. “I wanted to heal the breach, and I was able to own my role in creating the breach,” Vanzant said. She shared that when she asked for forgiveness, Winfrey told her there was nothing to forgive, marking a turning point for the two Black women to demonstrate the power of authenticity and honesty.
Vanzant’s willingness to discuss these deeply personal topics comes as she continues to advocate for spiritual healing and radical self-care. By sharing her decision to mourn in private, she said she hopes to encourage others to set boundaries that protect their mental health, even in the face of societal expectations regarding grief and family dynamics.
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27 years a WalMart Employee
She got that discount for life.
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