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Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson are enjoying a "budding romance" and are clearly "smitten," as People magazine confirmed Tuesday that the two stars, who met on the set of the new comedy-action film, "The Naked Gun," are "officially dating." Anderson, 58, and Neeson, 73, have done a good job of looking smitten in public, according to People. She planted a kiss on his cheek on the red carpet at the film's London premiere last week, while they pretended to get caught making out on live TV for a humorous bit on the "Today" show Tuesday, People reported. In "The Naked Gun," a reboot of the police-parody franchise that originally starred Leslie Nelson and Priscilla Presley,  they appear to play lovers. But Anderson and Neeson still make a surprising couple, given their public personas. Anderson is the former blonde bombshell who became famous posing for Playboy, starring on the TV show "Baywatch" and gett...

Emma Slater and Alan Bersten 's romance is heating up, much to the delight of their famous friends. The Dancing With the Stars pros were seen kissing in an Instagram carousel posted by Bersten, 31, on Tuesday, July 29, who appeared shirtless in the first three snaps as the pair enjoyed tubing under the sun. "Had the best time this weekend back home, celebrating my niece's Bat Mitzvah! And we went tubing in a river!" Bersten, who started " hooking up " with Slater, 36, in October 2024, as confirmed by Us Weekly, captioned the photos. Approving of the pair's loved-up antics, celebrities including Jennifer Love Hewitt, former Bachelorette Gabby Windey, Olympic athlete Ilona Maher and Bachelor star Becca Tilley all commented on Bersten's post, which was later shared via Slater's Instagram account. Dancing With the Stars pros Emma Slater and Alan Bersten's chemistry has heated up the ballroom floor —and beyond. Slater a...

1. Talks between Hollywood actors and studios break down SAG talks have hit a snag. As the Hollywood actors strike stretches on, negotiations between the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which represents the major studios, and SAG-AFTRA, which represents thousands of film and TV performers, have been suspended. "After meaningful conversations, it is clear that the gap between the AMPTP and SAG-AFTRA is too great, and conversations are no longer moving us in a productive direction," the AMPTP said, noting the actors union presented its most recent proposal on Oct. 11. SAG-AFTRA expressed "profound disappointment" that the studios "have walked away from the bargaining table after refusing to counter our latest offer." The guild also alleged the studios presented an offer last week "that was, shockingly, worth less than they proposed before the strike began." Some analysts had predicted a quick end to Hollywood's other ...

Isaac Cruz Wed, July 30, 2025 at 1:39 AM UTC 3 min read Albuquerque-based company using 3D printing to help out Hollywood A New Mexico startup saved the day for a film production company earlier this year. New Mexico Frontiers found out how Roadrunner 3D stumbled on a golden opportunity to help the film industry. Hollywood is finding a call for more practical special effects from movie fans. The splatter-fest "Terrifier" series has raked in millions of dollars at the box office, with its third installment becoming the highest-grossing unrated feature in history. Part of the appeal is the very graphic and realistic special effects used in the film. As any special effects expert and producer can tell you, those props aren't cheap. Zaq Pacheco, production manager and 3D design engineer for Roadrunner 3D found themselves in a unique position recently, working with the film industry. "This particular film was directed by a gent...

Do age gaps really matter in family planning? No one said siblings must be close in age, yet many parents struggle with guilt if they have kids too far apart. Will they be friends? Will I feel like I'm starting over? Will I be able to give my youngest the attention they deserve and vice versa? It's a lot of pressure! Still, if these Hollywood parents are any indication, it doesn't actually matter as much as you might think. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , most siblings are born anywhere from two and two-and-a-half years apart (it's also the time period recommended by health experts), but reality doesn't always follow expectations, as situations like divorce, infertility, health, finances, and emotional readiness are reasons why some wait to have more children. If you space out your kids, you'll have more time to recover (and enjoy) each child without feeling as overwhelmed, kids can really appreciate what it means to be a b...

The discussion of mental health and wellness in the entertainment industry has increased over the past few years. But while these conversations are mostly directed at artists themselves, sometimes their families can get lost in the mix. Backline is an organization that includes families in the dialogue. The nonprofit, which was founded in 2019, connects "music industry professionals and their families with mental health and wellness resources" and strives to build "a safer and more supported music industry by connecting our community with quality mental health care resources that understand this line of work," according to its mission. Park City Song Summit attendees will get to hear firsthand how this happens when Backline Co-founder and Executive Director Hilary Gleason participates in a lab discussion, "Being the Change" with LP Giobbi, a DJ, music producer, classically trained jazz pianist and founder of Femme House , on Saturday, Aug. 16, ...

NEED TO KNOW Happy Gilmore 2 premiered on Netflix on July 25 Several actors from the original movie reprised their roles, including Adam Sandler, Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald and Ben Stiller In addition to the returning cast members, there were over 60 celebrity cameos throughout the film Adam Sandler isn't the only familiar face in Happy Gilmore 2 . The highly-anticipated sequel to the 1996 comedy film hit Netflix on July 25, bringing viewers back into Happy's (Sandler) world as he comes out of golfing retirement, nearly 30 years after famously winning his first Tour Championship. Many fan-favorite characters return, with Sandler, Julie Bowen , Christopher McDonald ,  Dennis Dugan , Ben Stiller  and  Kevin Nealon reprising their original roles, alongside several new faces. Benny Safdie joins as Maxi Golf creator Frank Manatee, while Travis Kelce portrays a hot-headed waiter. In another star-studded addition, Bad Bunny , w...

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Published July 29, 2025 at 1:10 AM EDT Two young girls — ages 7 and 13 — were killed Monday morning when a barge collided with a sailboat carrying a group of children during a sailing summer camp on Biscayne Bay near Hibiscus Island, the U.S. Coast Guard reported Monday night. Two other girls — ages 8 and 11 — are hospitalized in critical condition, said the Coast Guard, which is jointly investigating the crash with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission. Officials said a 12-year-old girl and a 19-year-old female were rescued. None were identified by name. "Our hearts are with the families of those lost and all who have been affected by this tragedy," said Capt. Frank Florio, Commander of Coast Guard Sector Miami, in a statement. READ MORE: 2 children in sailing program die after barge hits boat off Miami Beach "Incidents like this leave a lasting impact on our maritime community and reinforce the importance of learning from every loss," ...

1. Hollywood actors strike officially ends Hollywood actors are headed back to set. The SAG-AFTRA strike has ended after the union reached a tentative agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers for a new three-year contract. The contract still must be ratified by members, but SAG-AFTRA suspended the strike effective Thursday, clearing Timothée Chalamet to star in as many "Wonka" sketches as " Saturday Night Live " desires. Details of the agreement haven't been revealed, but SAG-AFTRA said it's valued at over $1 billion. "We have arrived at a contract tha t will enable SAG-AFTRA members from every category to build sustainable careers," the union touted. "Many thousands of performers now and into the future will benefit from this work." This comes more than a month after the Hollywood writers strike ended. Now, films and TV shows that shut down filming can pick it back up as soon as this month, and Sear...

Mick Fleetwood (center) of Fleetwood Mac talks with actor and cultural advisor Vene Chun at last year's music and food benefit for survivors of 2023 Maui wildfires. J. Anthony Martinez Photography As a restoration group completes a plan to rebuild historic buildings damaged by tragic wildfires two years ago in Maui, world-class chefs and professional musicians have announced benefit concerts in two cities to accelerate rebuilding in Lahaina and provide food for needy residents. The Maui Music + Food Experience kicks off Aug. 15-16 at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa and moves to Chicago Nov. 7. Performers at the Maui resort will include Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk, Ernie Isley of the Isley Brothers and Bernard Fowler. Six top chefs will cook, including Los Angeles-based Gabrielle Chappel, a winner of Fox's Next Level Chef TV program, and Ryan Von Smith, who finished third at the World Master Chefs Competition in China. Chef and musician Naiwi...

MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Two children have died and four others were injured after a sailboat sank in Biscayne Bay near Miami Beach on Monday, authorities confirmed. The incident began just before noon near Hibiscus Island, when a sailboat carrying six people, five children and one adult, was struck by a barge and began to sink. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and other emergency crews responded to reports of a submerged vessel, prompting a large first responder presence on the water. First responders pulled the victims from the water and administered CPR at a command post behind a home on Hibiscus Island. Three children were transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital in critical condition and one child was listed as stable. All of the children were between 8 and 12 years old. The adult and another child on board were also injured but were not transported to the hospital. The Miami Yacht Club confirmed the vessel belonged to the Miami Youth Sailing Foundation and said it is ...

Celebrity Chef's Latest Move Has Fans Feeling Major Nostalgia originally appeared on Parade . A beloved celebrity chef appears to be delivering nostalgia in the latest installment of her newest TV series. In what seems to be a throwback to her early days on the small screen, she's serving up a style of cooking strikingly similar to the quick, approachable recipes that first put her on the map. Longtime fans are already buzzing, wondering if this subtle revival signals something bigger for the future. Rachael Ray became a household name with her quick, easy, and tasty Food Network series, 30-Minute Meals. The original series ran for 11 seasons, from 2001 through 2012, with a 2019 revival. In 2006, she launched her self-titled syndicated daytime talk show, where she blended cooking segments, lifestyle tips, and celebrity interviews. The show ran for 17 seasons before airing its final episode in 2023. Today, Ray hosts Meals in Minutes on FYI, where she shares quick a...

Sam Heughan attends Entertainment Weekly's Comic-Con Bash on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in San Diego. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP) Jordi Webber, from left, Tenika Davis, Steven S. DeKnight, Nick E. Tarabay, Jamaica Vaughan, and Jaime Slater attend Entertainment Weekly's Comic-Con Bash on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in San Diego. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP) Tia Carrere attends Entertainment Weekly's Comic-Con Bash on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in San Diego. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP) Paul Wesley attends Entertainment Weekly's Comic-Con Bash on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in San Diego. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP) Michael Weatherly attends Entertainment Weekly's Comic-Con Bash on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in San Diego. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP) Cote de Pablo attends Entertainment Weekly's Comic-Con Bash on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in San Diego. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP) Nathan Fillion, left, and Tania Raymonde attend Entert...