Billie Eilish is the Cover Girl of Vogue Australia August 2021 Issue!
Pop superstar Billie Eilish takes the cover story of Vogue Australia‘s August 2021 edition lensed by fashion photographer Emma Summerton. In charge of styling was Dena Neustadter Giannini, with set design from Robert Doran, and production by Viewfinders. Beauty is work of hair stylist Benjamin Mohapi, makeup artist Robert Rumsey, and manicurist Ashlie Johnson.
I said so many things then that I totally don’t agree with now, or think the opposite thing. The weirdest thing is how nothing ever goes away once it’s on the internet. Every interview I did when I was 15 is still out there, and I think about it constantly. When you’re a f**king teenager, you don’t really know yourself, so you’re trying to figure yourself out. That was the hardest thing for me: I didn’t actually know how I really felt. So I just came up with this facade that I stuck to. – Billie Eilish
For the story Billie is wearing selected pieces from top brands such as Gucci, Balenciaga, Valentino, Prada, Simone Rocha, Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood, Peter Do, Monot, and Dolce & Gabbana among others.
Billie Eilish’s second studio album titled Happier Than Ever is scheduled to be released on July 30, 2021.
#RHOA: Uh Oh? Producers Allegedly Having Trouble Casting Housewives Amid Shakeup!
The Real Housewives of Atlanta is dealing with a shakeup ahead of season 14 as producers are reportedly working to assemble the returning cast. With NeNe Leakes officially out and Cynthia Bailey wrapping her fairytale last season, it's said that execs are stumped when it comes to who to add to the cast. There are some ladies who have already solidified their peach holding status. But there are some that could either lose or regain their status as a housewife.
Season 13 wrapped with dismal reviews from fans. Despite it being filmed during a pandemic, viewers felt like the season lacked any real depth and storyline. Aside from 'strippergate', there wasn't much for fans to indulge in like in past seasons. It was the first season filmed post-NeNe's exit. RHOA's crowned OG and reigning queen had always made a splash on the show. But following her exit, fans turned to new drama for entertainment. Newcomers Drew Sidora and LaToya Ali helped bring new energy and new drama to the show. But in the end, viewers were left unimpressed with the entirety of the season.
Now ahead of season 14 it looks like producers are stumped when it comes to casting. Sources have told LoveBScott that RHOA production “has no idea who they want to round out the cast and why.” There are a number of rumors as to why the cast hasn't been finalized. Porsha Williams is a fan favorite who always brings authentic drama to the show. The Bravo's Chat Room host is currently filming her eight-episode spinoff that follows her family life and her new relationship with Simon Guobadia. However, it's said that Porsha is reluctant about returning to RHOA because she knows the ladies will target her new romance. Porsha is reportedly afraid that the ladies will try to bring women from Simon's past onto the show to confront her and she would rather avoid all of that unnecessary drama.
It's said that Cynthia is most likely not set to return considering that her storyline has been told. Following her wedding to Mike Hill last year, Cynthia is happily married and was never one to cause conflict. Kandi Burruss and Kenya Moore are both rumored to be returning. They each have ongoing life occurrences that viewers enjoy taking in. There have been rumors that OG housewife Sheree Whitfield is set to come back. However, it's said that she will be placed on a "starter housewife" salary. If Sheree does return, it will come at the expense of Cynthia.
Meanwhile, Marlo Hampton might possibly be getting an official peach. The longtime friend of the show has always been well-received by viewers and it's said that producers are considering bringing her on full-time. It's rumored that Drew will not be returning. While she is reportedly filming for Porsha's spinoff, it's said that Real Housewives of Atlanta producers weren't that impressed with her turnout in season 13. Fellow newbie LaToya is also not expected to return as producers will have enough "bone collectors" with Kenya and Sheree. But the issue is producers are hoping to have seven full-time housewives and Kandi, Porsha, Kenya, Sheree, and Marlo only make five. That's also if Porsha decides to return next season.
#MusicNews: Leon Bridges On His New Album Gold-Diggers Sound: 'It Felt Like A Homecoming'!
Leon Bridges is ready to be honest about who he is as an artist. The R&B singer-songwriter known for his soulful tunes has just released his new album, Gold-Diggers Sound. The Grammy-winner's third record sees him lean into experimentation and carve out a sound that fulfils him.
Gold-Diggers Sound was inspired by a Los Angeles music venue of the same name, and it helped him find the inspiration he needed to finish the album.
"We came to the conclusion that the only way to make this unique sound was to lock ourselves into one place and a place that was just inspiring to be in. We felt that Gold Diggers was the perfect place to do that," the 32-year-old tells the Herald.
The Texas native describes the venue as a multifaceted complex in East Hollywood. It was the location of a party he and his friend DJ Sober threw during the week of the 2019 Grammy Awards.
"I lived and partied and made music in this place," he adds. "It simply felt like a homecoming in a way, I was able to return to making music how I made my first album Coming Home."
"I look at this album as a reflection of my evolution as an artist," he says.
Fans will find familiarity in the spirit of his first record, which spawned breakout hit River. But what sets Gold-Diggers Sound apart is how Bridges leans heavily into R&B.
"I just wanted to flex my R&B muscle a little harder on this, so it's definitely more of an R&B centric thing.
Bridges describes the record as a "sexy" album. On songs like Motorbike and Why Don't You Touch Me, the album's seductive tones and elevated with his velvety voice.
In the past, he's spoken openly about feeling like he was boxed into one particular genre, but for Gold-Diggers Sound Bridges confidently embraces an array of sounds. He calls it "a juxtaposition of soul and R&B".
"This album for me is about being honest about some of my musical influences. In one song, I can incorporate an Al Green vibe, and Usher at the same time."
And in doing so, Bridges tried to carve out an R&B sound that was unique to him as an artist: "I feel like setting up in this Gold-Digger space was definitely conducive to that."
"One thing I see a lot is fans specifically want to put boundaries on black expression," he explains. "So this album is a reflection of growing as an artist at the same time, like [it's] not indicative of what the future is."
And Bridges' future as an artist is where his fans evolve with him, and he's ready to lean into moments of inspiration.
The album was pretty much finished by the time the pandemic began, but the Black Lives Matter movement was important for him. He released Sweeter last June - the song drew on Bridges' emotional response to George Floyd's murder. "Why do I fear with skin dark as night / Can't feel peace with those judging eyes," he sings in the ballad.
Reflecting on last year's protest movement and the pandemic, he calls it a "healing time". It was a time where he was able to catch up with himself and the success he has had and think about his next moves.
"I think one of the good, positive things that transpired out of that time was that people were able to wake up to the evil reality of police brutality," he says.
"I feel like if it weren't for the pandemic, I don't think that song would have resonated in the same way," he realises.
Bridges was last in New Zealand in 2019, he supported Mumford and Sons at the band's Western Springs show. And he is keen to return to New Zealand when border restrictions lift.
"I love being out that way," he says. "Every time I've performed there, the love and the people are overwhelming and beautiful. And I can't wait to get back."
#HipHopNews: Logic Announces ‘Bobby Tarantino Iii’ Mixtape With Living Cover Art!
Once the proud and vocal rap retiree, Logic is in full-fledged album mode with yet another music project announcement.
On Sunday (July 26), the Def Jam MC revealed the key components to Bobby Tarantino III, his third full-length LP this year and fourth since he claimed to call the Hip Hop game quits with 2020’s No Pressure.
“Bobby Tarantino III out everywhere Friday [July 30],” Logic said in a simple caption.
The 31-year-old veteran rapper didn’t need to say much for the credited artist Sam Spratt, did most of the talking with the announcement, as the Bobby Tarantino III cover art arrived in the form of a GIF that illustrated Netherlands flag colors unfolding into the Roman numeral “III” to signify the close of the trilogy.
“Vaccine,” his latest solo single, can also be heard hyping the Instagram post.
The previous two mixtapes were released in 2016 and 2018 respectively and both were certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Simone Biles Exits Olympic Gymnastics Team Competition In Tokyo!
TOKYO — Simone Biles was pulled from the team competition here Tuesday after an awkward, low-scoring attempt on vault, leaving the United States, which was already locked in a tough battle with Russia, in serious trouble as it seeks its third consecutive gold medal.
Biles bailed out on her expected vault, attempting just a Yurchenko 1.5. She still needed a massive bounce/stumble upon landing.
She looked to be in tears as she left the mat and then soon walked out of the arena floor with a trainer from USA Gymnastics.
She did not appear to suffer any obvious physical injury during her attempt. NBC reported that she was dealing with a “mental issue” not a physical one. USA Gymnastics would just describe it as a "medical issue."
"Simone Biles has withdrawn from the team final competition due to a medical issue," USA Gymnastics said in a statement. "She will be assessed daily to determine medical clearance for future competitions."
Biles returned soon after and had her wrists wrapped as if she would compete in the next discipline, the uneven bars. However, she soon unwrapped them and put on her warm-up outfit.
The loss of Biles leaves the Americans fighting uphill against a relentless group of Russians who bested them in qualifying and are seeking to end the United States' 11-year win streak.
There is no immediate word on the extent of Biles' injury or whether she can compete Thursday for the all-around title or in any of the four individual finals she qualified for.
Biles won four golds and one bronze medal at the 2016 Summer Games. She is considered the greatest gymnast of all time and expected Tokyo to be a crowning send off.
After being taken out of competition, Biles remained on the floor and continued to loudly cheer on and encourage her teammates.
DaBaby Faces Backlash For Controversial Remarks About HIV/AIDS & Gay Men During Rolling Loud Set Update!
DaBaby has released a video, addressing some of the backlash he’s facing over his comments. DaBaby says that his words are being twisted and his message was strictly for those in attendance. He also seemingly says he has love for his gay fans and of his HIV/AIDS message, he explains
“Even my gay fans don’t have AIDS stupid ass n*gga they take care of themselves they ain’t no nasty gay n*ggas, they ain’t no junkies. Don’t be disturbing my gay fans and making them feel uncomfortable in their skin…You ain’t supposed to get it, it ain’t supposed to translate….”
Original Story: DaBaby has found himself in the hot seat yet again after controversial statements he made during Rolling Loud. Rapper DaBaby, born Jonathan Kirk, took the stage at the Rolling Loud Music Festival this past weekend in Miami. During his set, the 29-year-old rapper caught some people off guard by making comments about HIV/AIDS and gay men. While still on stage he said,
“If you didn’t show up today with HIV/AIDS, any of them deadly sexually transmitted diseases that will make you die in 2 [or] 3 weeks put a cellphone light in the air.” Ladies if your p*ssy smell like water put a cellphone light in the air.”
DaBaby continued on with his questionable remarks and said, Fellas, if you ain’t sucking d*ck in the parking lot put ya cellphone light in the air. Keep it f*cking real!”
After a video of his comments was shared online many people took to Twitter to call the ‘Bop’ rapper out.
BLOOP!
Lizzo Asks Fans for '6 Feet' of Space Due to the Delta Variant!
While taking to her Instagram Live, Lizzo asked her fans to give her 6 feet of space for her physical and mental health because she doesn’t want to contract the delta variant of COVID-19, which is affecting more and more people in the U.S.
via: People:“I don’t care who you are. You could be the nicest person. You could be vaccinated. You could be quadruple vaccinated. If you see me, please give me 6 feet,” Lizzo said in an Instagram Live. “This s— is coming back. COVID. And people being real sloppy with personal space.”
U.S. COVID-19 cases have increased by 170% in the last two weeks, with nearly all — 83% — caused by the delta variant, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
Demonstrating with a mini bottle of Lysol spray, the three-time Grammy winner said that she would spritz anyone who gets too close.
“It’s not you! It’s me. I’m not trying to catch nothing. I don’t even want to catch feelings, bitch. You think I’m trying to catch COVID?” she said.
And Lizzo warned that she’s “going to be slightly rude about it” if people run into her out in public.
“Don’t think, ‘Oh she’s a celebrity, she thinks she’s all that.’ It’s not that booboo,” she said, affectionately. “You know what I think I am? Healthy. You know what I think I am? COVID-free. You know what I think I am? Full of vitamin D and vitamin C. You know what I think I am? Safe for my family and friends to be around, and my coworkers and teammates. That’s who I think I am.”
“So if y’all see me in the street, come up on me, want to hug, want to shake my hand, want to kiss me on the cheek, don’t do it. Don’t do it,” the “Truth Hurts” singer continued. “Cause I ain’t trying to catch this mother—ing virus that’s coming back. It got way too mother—ing close. It got WAY…it got THIS motherf—ing close. And I don’t play that. I’m about to be rude. I’m nice, you know what I’m saying? But this virus gonna have me acting up, I’m gonna be mean.”
Lizzo urged her followers to be just as cautious.
“I love y’all, and I want y’all to be the same way,” she said. “Protect yourselves. Wear your masks.”
“And until this is cleared up and we know what the f— this variant is and who it affects — stay safe my friends.”
Lizzo is preaching facts, stay away.
Levar Burton Guest Hosts 'Jeopardy!' And Fans Are Rallying To Boost His Ratings!
Fans who have petitioned for LeVar Burton to be the latest guest host of “Jeopardy!” aren't finished rallying for him and are hoping he might become the show's next permanent quizmaster.
Pre-recorded episodes will start to air on Monday of Burton at the famed game show's lectern, a role eagerly anticipated by both fans and the actor himself. Burton, who already has many years of hosting experience as the emcee of “Reading Rainbow” on PBS, has been publicly jockeying for the gig for at least eight years.
In 2013, Burton tweeted that he signed an old petition started by fans for him to be the next host of the quiz show and in 2018 called "Jeopardy!" the only “game show I’ve ever wanted to host.”
“Jeopardy!” has not yet committed to a new regular host since the death of its beloved steward Alex Trebek last year, opting for a rotation of guest hosts for the past several months. Trebek died in November after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.
Trebek had been the face of the franchise since 1984 and had been contracted until 2022. Burton is the latest in a long list of guest hosts, from former contestant Ken Jennings to NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
Many of Burton's fans are hoping he becomes a more permanent fixture on the game show, tweeting that they would be prioritizing his episodes this week above everything else.
“We supporting @levarburton hosting @Jeopardy this week as a family right?” Oscar-award winning writer Matthew Cherry tweeted to his followers Monday. The responses were overwhelmingly positive, with some noting that they would set an alarm to ensure they don’t miss the viewings.
“It's LeVar Burton week on Jeopardy! I'm making a point to watch it live. I want to show them, through ratings, who I want as host,” another person tweeted.
More than 250,000 people have signed the latest petition calling on “Jeopardy!” to make Burton the next host, with new signatures continually being added. The petition argues that Burton has “inspired and shaped the minds of several generations of trivia-loving nerds” through his roles on “Reading Rainbow,” “Roots,” and “Star Trek: the Next Generation.”
Burton told the Associated Press last week that he tried hard to fill Trebek’s shoes in his first taping, but changed course after realizing the style wasn’t for him.
“I made it my business for the next four chances at bat to just be myself, to forget about the procedure, to forget about the process, stop trying, stop focusing on the wrong thing,” Burton said. “You’re not going to be smooth as Alex, let go of that. But what you can bring to the table is you.”
He called the experience “really scary” due to the pressure to fill Trebek’s shoes and meet the high expectations of fans of the show, which has become a cultural phenomenon over the decades. Even if Burton doesn’t get chosen as the future full-time host, he has already been able to largely achieve his “Jeopardy!” dream.
“The most important thing is that I went for it and my passion was rewarded,” Burton said. “I got what I wanted, which was an opportunity to compete for the job. If I don’t get the gig, it’s not immaterial, but it certainly is secondary. I got what I was after. The chance — get me in the room.”
Naomi Osaka Upset In Third-Round Olympic Stunner!
The host country’s superstar is out of the Tokyo Olympics. Naomi Osaka lost to former French Open finalist Marketa Vondrousova of the Czech Republic 6-1, 6-4 in the third round of the Tokyo tennis tournament on Tuesday.
The second-ranked Osaka, who was born in Japan and grew up in the United States, struggled with her usually reliable groundstrokes while the 42nd-ranked Vondrousova produced a series of drop-shot winners and other crafty shots that drew her opponent out of her comfort zone.
Osaka, who lit the Olympic cauldron in Friday’s opening ceremony, won her opening two matches in straight sets following a two-month mental-health break. But conditions were different Tuesday with the roof closed because it was raining outside.
Shortly after the match was over, organizers said that Osaka had left the venue and would not be talking to the media.
Vondrousova came out with her entire game clicking from the start and quickly ran out to a 4-0 lead in the first set as Osaka hardly had time to gather herself.
Osaka then broke Vondrousova’s serve in the opening game of the second set but almost immediately handed the break back when she double-faulted to make it 2-2.
After Osaka lost her serve again to end the match by hitting a cross-court backhand wide, she shook hands with Vondrousova at the net, walked to her chair, zipped her racket up in her bag and followed Vondrousova off the court.
While both players produced 22 winners, Osaka hit 32 unforced errors to Vondrousova’s 10. But it wasn’t simply an off day for Osaka; it was also an outstanding performance from Vondrousova.
Osaka got a decent 64 percent of her first serves in play but won only 49 percent of the points off her first serve.
During one point midway through the second set, Vondrousova hit an underspin, scooped forehand approach shot that landed right on the line — prompting Osaka to stare at the line for a few seconds in apparent disbelief.
Osaka had break points to take a 4-3 lead in the second but Vondrousova hit consecutive drop-shot winners to get back in the game and then held.
About 10 minutes later, the match was over.
Gunman Stoned To Death With Bricks After Shooting Into A Crowd And Killing One Person!
A Texas man was stoned to death after he reportedly fired several shots into a crowd, killing one victim.
The shooting took place in the Como section of Fort Worth around 1 a.m. which left one person dead and three others listed in critical condition. Prior to the incident, the shooter was apparently upset and left the house party before returning with a gun. Moments after, the crowd fought back against the shooter and chased him down while throwing multiple bricks that they picked up from the yard.
‘An altercation occurred during a party at this location resulting in two subjects deceased, one victim in critical condition, and two victims’ injuries were non-life-threatening. Homicide detectives were notified,” a Fort Worth Police spokesperson said to the Washington Examiner.
Police added that the people involved in the attack knew each other and a disturbance was one of the main factors from the shooting. No arrests have been made as of Monday afternoon. The identities of the victims including the shooter have yet to be revealed.
Resident Debra Mobley said to Star-Telegram that shootings rarely take place in the neighborhood but she was shocked by the entire ordeal. She added that the family who lived in the home where the shooting occurred only lived there for a year and played loud music on the weekends.
“First there was one light, then the whole street was filled with police lights. This is a quiet street. Nothing like this happens on this street. It’s ridiculous.”
Maria Taylor Officially Joins NBC After ESPN Departure!
Maria Taylor has officially joined NBC after her contract with ESPN expired less than a week ago.
Before a rerun of the opening ceremony, NBC made the official announcement during their primetime Olympic show on Friday.
Taylor and ESPN revealed on Wednesday that they were unable to reach an agreement on a new deal. Her first assignment with NBC will be the Tokyo Olympics, where she will be a correspondent and join Mike Tirico during the nightly 2 1/2 to 3 hours of “Prime Plus” coverage.
Taylor will also host and contribute to NBC’s “Football Night in America” on Sundays during the NFL season and host the network’s coverage of the Super Bowl this year.
NBC Sports chairman Pete Bevacqua said in a statement, “Maria has excelled in a wide range of roles at marquee events and will be a powerful addition to our team. We are always looking to improve, and Maria is going to make us better. We are very excited for her to join us right away in Tokyo.”
Since 2014, Taylor has been a part of ESPN, but her contract expired this week. “NBA Countdown” was her last assignment for the network. Taylor has also been a correspondent for “College GameDay” and ABC’s “Saturday Night Football” since 2017 and has hosted “NBA Countdown” since 2019.
Taylor said in a statement: “Literally, hosting the Olympics, Football Night in America, and the Super Bowl is what I dreamed of when I started in television – and this would not be possible without standing on the shoulders of all of those who came before me and made this path possible. And I plan to pay it forward.”
ESPN has been talking to Taylor about a contract for over a year, but things really heated up in the last month. Last year, Taylor turned down a contract extension, and the two sides were at odds leading into the NBA Finals. Then came an article from The New York Times outlining comments made by Taylor’s colleague Rachel Nichols during the NBA’s return to Florida last year.
Nichols, who is white, was announced as the NBA Finals host in September 2019, but the network ultimately chose Taylor, who is black.
Look Inside the $130 Million Yacht That Jennifer Lopez & Ben Affleck Were Photographed On!
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck spent the weekend in St. Tropez, France on a very expensive yacht and now we have all the incredible photos from inside the luxurious boat.
The on-again couple stayed on the “Valerie” yacht, which was built back in 2011 and was one of the four biggest yachts in the world at the time. The boat was given an extensive refit in 2019 and now it’s on sale for $130,000,000.
There are nine guest cabins on the yacht with accommodations for 17 guests, along with staff cabins for the 27 crew members. The yacht includes a fully equipped spa, elevator access to all deck levels, a heli-deck, a private sundeck, and a 6m swimming pool. You can see the boat’s listing on the Dynamiq Sales & Charter website.
Whoopi Goldberg To Star In & Produce Film About Emmett Till’s Mother!
Whoopi Goldberg is slated to star in and produce the upcoming film Till, which depicts Mamie Till’s fight for justice for her 14-year-old son Emmett Till that was brutally killed by two racist White men in August of 1955 during a visit to Mississippi.
“We have waited a very long time to bring this historically necessary important film to people,” Goldberg said in a statement according to Variety. “And as we watch the repression of American History when it comes to people of color it makes it even that more important. I couldn’t be with better people: Fred, Barbara, Chinonye, Keith, Michael and Danielle.”
Goldberg will portray Till’s grandmother Alma Carthan. Mamie Till will be played by Danielle Deadwyler, known for her role in HBO’s Watchmen, The Haves & The Have Nots and P-Valley. The film will tell the story of how her grief led to her decision to allow her son’s tragic death be covered by the media. Till not only gave her son an open-casket funeral to show the horrific nature of his hate-fueled murder, but she also allowed photos from the funeral to be published in JET Magazine.
“It is a gift to learn the legacy and intimacies of our ancestors, those familial and communal, as is the life of Mamie Till-Mobley, a public leader and mother of the movement,” Deadwyler said about her upcoming role. “I am charged with humility and great will to embody her life at such an integral moment of personal tragedy and political rebellion, a boon to the civil rights movement, and to represent the joy in the love and life shared between Mamie Till and her beloved Emmett Till.”
The screenplay is being written by Chinonye Chukwu and is based on research done for Keith Beauchamp’s 2005 documentary, The Untold Story of Emmett Louis Till.
‘Jungle Cruise’ Star Jack Whitehall Is ‘Proud’ of His Gay Character’s Coming-Out Scene in Disney Film!
Jack Whitehall says he didn’t know that his character McGregor in “Jungle Cruise” was gay when he originally auditioned for the film.
“When I first read the script, there was only a like a couple of sides,” the British actor told me at the movie’s premiere at Disneyland. “So yeah, there wasn’t any indication of that. It was quite a long casting process.”
In the Jaume Collet-Serra-directed film, inspired by the iconic Disneyland ride of the same name, McGregor comes out to the skipper, Frank, played by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. While he doesn’t use the word “gay,” he says he broke off three engagements with women because his “interests happily lay elsewhere.” He goes on to say that he would do anything for his sister Lily (Emily Blunt), because she was the only one who “stood by” him while he was shunned by family and friends because of who he “loved.”
Frank then raises a drink to toast “elsewhere.”
“I think it was a really well-written scene, and one that we certainly thought about and talked about,” Whitehall said.
When we talked before the premiere, Whitehall still hadn’t seen a final cut of the film, but said, “I hope that it’s a scene that audiences enjoy … I certainly felt at the time that I was proud of the work that we’d done.”
Meanwhile, Whitehall revealed that his mom, actor Hilary Gish, helped him get the role after she read Johnson’s lines for his self-tape. “My mother played The Rock,” he said. “It was amazing. She did The Rock’s voice and everything.”
He cracked that she was trying to get hired as one of Johnson’s stand-ins because the film was shot in Hawaii: “Unfortunately, she didn’t get the call, but it worked because I got the part.”
“Jungle Cruise” will be released in theaters and on Disney Plus with Premier Access on July 30.
Arkansas Healthcare Worker Who Was Hospitalized for a Month With COVID-19 Faces $1 Million in Medical Bills!
A healthcare worker in Arkansas who spent a month hospitalized with COVID-19 has been hit with nearly $1 million in medical bills.
Shenita Russie, 42, a mobile respiratory therapist, opened up about the high treatment costs to local news station THV11. “The bills? They were incredible. I mean it was close to a million dollars for how sick I was on life support,” she said.
While working in Boston at the beginning of the pandemic, Russie tested positive for COVID-19 and was ultimately put in a medically-induced coma for a month. Upon returning home to Little Rock, Russie was hit with the aforementioned medical bills.
Although her worker’s compensation is supposed to serve as insurance, Russie was initially billed by The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Baptist Health. Her bills have been threatened to go to collections, which would impact her credit.
Russie isn’t the first coronavirus survivor who’s experienced exorbitant bills for long stints in the hospital. Last summer, a 70-year-old Seattle man made news headlines after he received a $1.1 million hospital 181 page bill for a stay at the Swedish Medical Center in Issaquah, Washington.
Meanwhile, Newsweek reports that UAMS CEO Dr. Steppe Mette estimated that the average cost of a COVID patient at his hospital was nearly $25,000 and for those on a ventilator for a month, “probably close to $100,000.” The high cost of medical bills is just another reason Mette urges those who are not vaccinated to reconsider getting the vaccine.
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“It is an individual’s choice whether to get the vaccination or not. That also means that it’s an individual responsibility to bear the consequences if they get sick,” Mette told the news outlet.
Parkland Shooting Survivor Says Father Believes It Was A Hoax!
A survivor of the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting says that his father thinks the event was a hoax.
Speaking with Vice in a report published on Monday (July 26), the 18-year-old former student of the school remembered the way their father came to believe the shooting was a hoax after getting into QAnon conspiracy theories online.
“It started a couple months into the pandemic with the whole anti-lockdown protests,” said the anonymous student, whom Vice calls Bill. “His feelings were so strong it turned into facts for him. So if he didn’t like having to wear masks it wouldn’t matter what doctors or scientists said. Anything that contradicted his feelings was wrong. So he turned to the internet to find like-minded people which led him to QAnon.”
Bill’s father saw Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene harass a Parkland shooting survivor, and from that point on, his beliefs about the shooting being a hoax began to crystallize.
“He’ll say stuff like this straight to my face whenever he’s drinking: ‘You’re a real piece of work to be able to sit here and act like nothing ever happened if it wasn’t a hoax. Shame on you for being part of it and putting your family through it too,” Bill recalled on Reddit last week.
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The Parkland shooting was one that left 17 dead, with 14 of the the fatalities being students and another three being staff members. An additional 17 people were wounded in the shooting. As has often been the case recently, plenty of people have claimed that the shooting was hoax, even with there being plenty of evidence to the contrary. Many of those people subscribe to QAnon, a far-right conspiracy theory that believes Trump was facing a secret group of pedophiles out to take him down.
While his father showed support before he came to believe the shooting was a hoax, Bill now finds himself in a place he doesn’t want to be. He says his mother doesn’t stand up to his father and now he’s looking to leave his home next month. He doesn’t want to see his father again.
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
‘NEW FAMILY SHOPPING ATTIRES AT WALMART’
Is this Walmart? Not sure if they’re going to the beach after Walmart?
HAVE A GREAT DAY ALL!!!
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