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As she’s become arguably the world’s greatest gymnast of all time, Simone Biles has had the unwavering support and affection of her proud parents. Here’s everything to know about the Olympian’s mom and dad.
Simone Biles, 24, is known to the world as an exceptional, Olympic gold medal-winning gymnast, and she has her parents, Ronald and Nellie Biles to thank for their ongoing love and support in the process. Ronald and Nellie are actually Simone’s adoptive parents, but that doesn’t make them any less loving toward their all-star gymnast daughter.
“[A]ppreciation post for my sweet parents,” Simone captioned an Instagram post on June 29. “[T]hanks for making sacrifices since day 1 so I can live out my dream. [B]ut most importantly thanks for always being there for me through all the highs and lows. You guys are the absolute best. I love y’all.”
Find out more about Ronald and Nellie below!
Nellie Cayetano Biles & Ronald Biles Are Simone’s Adoptive Parents Nellie & Ronald Biles root for their daughter, Simone, during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. (Roland Hoskins/ANL/Shutterstock)
Ronald and Nellie are actually Simone’s adoptive parents, as her mother, Shannon Biles, was unable to care for she and her four other siblings, Adria, Ashley, and Tevin due to her struggles with alcohol and drugs. “I never had mom to run to. I do remember always being hungry and afraid,” Simone said during a TV appearance while on Dancing With the Stars in 2017. Nellie and and Ronald then stepped in, telling Simone and her sister Adria to call them “mom” and “dad,” which Simone said they gladly did. (Ashley and Tevin were taken in by Ronald’s sister.)
“I remember praying for that bonding,” Nellie once told Women’s Health of her experience as an adoptive parent.
Shiloh Jolie-Pitt and Zahara Jolie-Pitt rocked their stylish outfits while attending a party at a private members’ club in London for the ‘Eternals’ cast and their families.
Angelina Jolie, 46, brought along her two gorgeous daughters to an Eternals cast party and they looked incredible! The two teens, including Zahara Jolie-Pitt, 16, and Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, 15, were photographed walking into the private members’ club in London, England, where the party took place, on Oct. 27 and were rocking fashionable outfits, including a yellow dress and black heels for Zahara and a sheer blue jacket that resembled a jean jacket over a black top and shorts and black sneakers for Shiloh.
Angelina Jolie and Shiloh Jolie-Pitt outside of the club where an ‘Eternals’ party was taking place in London. (Beretta/Sims/Shutterstock)
Angelina also rocked an epic look that included a flowing bright green dress with loose sleeves and tan heels. She had her long hair down and natural-looking makeup on. She appeared relaxed and happy as she walked beside her daughters, who also appeared excited to be there.
Zahara Jolie-Pitt showing off her cute yellow dress at the event. (Beretta/Sims/Shutterstock)
This is one of several outings we’ve seen Angelina and her girls on ever since the actress has been promoting her new Marvel film over the past few weeks. She brought them as well as some of her other kids, including Maddox Jolie-Pitt, 19, Vivienne Jolie-Pitt, 13, and Knox Jolie-Pitt 13, who she all shares with ex Brad Pitt, at the Eternals premiere in Los Angeles on Oct. 18. The girls all appeared to wear refurbished versions of their mom’s iconic dresses,
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Gavin Thomas is all grown up.
When fans first got to know the Minnesotan, he was only 2 years old and could barely form a full sentence. Now, eight years have passed and Gavin is a pre-teen, as evident in his latest photo.
On Tuesday, Oct. 26, Gavin’s mom, Kate, gave his more than 500,000 followers a glimpse of the new pic, bringing up warm memories of Gavin and his uncle Nick Mastodon’s Vine account.
One person responded, “Need wallet sized pics for the whole twitter fam. Proud of u nephew.” Another Twitter user asked the question on all of our minds: “how they grown so fast??”
Recently, Kate spoke to Know Your Meme about Gavin’s status as a bonafide meme star, revealing that she didn’t expect anything to come of those initial videos. She shared, “I would have never imagined that all of this would have happened. We were just taking cute videos and photos of Gavin.”
And though Gavin wasn’t old enough to understand fame just yet, he could tell the videos made people happy and that’s all that mattered to him.
“He was just having fun hanging out with his uncle Nick,” she remembered. “After a little while, he would go find Nick and ask him if they could ‘take a vine.’ He would always laugh at the photos and videos we were posting. Gavin has always loved making people laugh.”
Since then, the family has gotten used to seeing Gavin’s face alongside entertaining captions and have even grown to appreciate how much people care about him.
Two sources exclusively told E! News how Vanderpump Rules‘ Lala Kent feels about Randall Emmett trying to rekindle things after they recently ended their three-year engagement.
“Vanderpump Rules” Star Lala Kent & Randall Emmett SPLIT
Lala Kent appears to have made up her mind about the future of her relationship with ex-fiancé Randall Emmett, despite his best efforts to convince her otherwise.
“Randall has been trying to win her back over,” the insider shares. “He is doing anything to make her happy.”
According to the source, Lala has been at their house and has let Randall spend time with Ocean. “She isn’t going to take Ocean away from her dad,” the insider says. “Lala will continue to co-parent with Randall, but she is done with him romantically at this point.”
However, she is planning on moving out and has even been touring places, per the source.
A second source adds that the pair has indeed been “talking,” given that “Randall doesn’t want to lose Lala,” but this hasn’t yet changed her mind about moving on from the relationship. This source also confirms that Lala “has been apartment hunting” and intends to move out of their home soon.
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“Lala is not wanting to work things out with Randall,” according to the individual. “She’s focused on Ocean, herself and looking to the future.
Will Terry Bradshaw Approve of His Daughter Rachel’s Date?
Forget about pep talks, it’s time for an inspirational Papi talk!
Terry Bradshaw made history as a NFL all-star, but now the father of three is in the coaching seat…at least when it comes to his family competing on Celebrity Family Feud.
In tonight’s all-new episode of The Bradshaw Bunch, airing Oct. 27, Terry seeks “redemption” after the Bradshaw fam didn’t win a single point during their Family Feud past debut two years ago. Now, Terry is preparing to take home the trophy, and encouraging his family to get their game faces on.
“Let’s leave it all on the field,” Terry tells daughters Rachel, Erin and Lacey. While their family trip to Los Angeles has been filled with fun excursions, like a shopping spree at The Real Housewives of Beverly Hillsstar Sutton Stracke‘s store and a visit to Terry’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, now it’s time to get down to business.
Terry has trained his loved ones for the big competition using life-size cutouts of competitor Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider and his family. Terry even told wife Tammy that he “eats guys like [Dee] for breakfast.”
Dee dropped by the Bradshaw’s trailer before facing off on Feud. “Don’t come after me, I swear,” Terry pleads with Dee. “I’ll try to run from you but I’m not promising I’m going to get away.”
And, Dee is a “registered genius,” according to Terry.
She learned from the best! Lourdes Leon channeled mom Madonna in a sexy dominatrix bodysuit for a new Mugler campaign.
Like mother, like daughter. Lourdes Leon channeled her mom Madonna with a sexy dominatrix-inspired outfit. The model, 25, shared a new video from her Mugler campaign on Instagram on Wednesday, Oct. 27. The daughter of Madonna and Carlos Leon could be seen in black latex bodysuit with sheer tights and high pointed toe heels, as seen in the video HERE. Lourdes shared more details of the look HERE.
Madonna in a dominatrix-inspired bodysuit at the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards (Charles Sykes/Invision/AP/Shutterstock)
The ensemble evokes the racy dominatrix bodysuit that Madonna wore to the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards in September. The star, 63, arrived on stage in a brown trench coat to kick off the festivities, ultimately removing the coat to reveal her sexy ensemble, much to the delight of the crowds. The “Vogue” singer paired the look with latex gloves and a black baker boy hat.
The new Mugler video comes amidst a busy time for the model. She recently walked the runway for Italian luxury fashion house Bottega Veneta during a show in Detroit on October 21, modeling looks from creative director Daniel Lee’s spring collection. Prior to that, Lourdes appeared in Rihanna’s annual Savage x Fenty fashion show on Amazon Prime in September.
Lourdes Leon and mom Madonna (Gregory Pace/Shutterstock)
In May, Lourdes scored an invite to fashion’s most exclusive event: the Met Gala, which had a theme of American fashion this year. In her Q&A interview with Interview magazine published on October 14,
Have you ever booked a hotel while traveling? Next time, try a short term rental option.
As the world is opening up from restrictions induced by Covid-19, many of us have travel on our minds. Why shouldn’t it be? This is probably the first time in decades where every one of us was restricted to staying at home. If you are one of those travelers who doesn’t like ‘touch and go’ and prefer immersing in the culture of the place you are traveling to, then the idea of staying in one of the short term rentals in Chicago may excite you. Here are a few reasons why you should choose to stay in a short-term rental the next time you plan to travel.
Cost
In Chicago, short-term rentals can be more economical than hotels, particularly for longer trips. Short term rentals Chicagoare, on average, cost 30-50 percent less than upscale hotels. Many expert travelers have noticed that a one-bedroom furnished short-term rental generally offers a minimum of double the square footage one would be getting in a hotel. This can help a lot of travelers out there to minimize the cost of accommodation while at the same time getting more amenities as well as space.
A major expense incurred on most trips is room service or dining out. Initially, you might like to dine out to get the feel of the culture, but after a few days, you would prefer to eat in. When you stay in a hotel, the only option you have is to order room service. However, when you choose to stay in any of the Short term rentals Chicago, you will get a fully equipped full-size kitchen right in your room, allowing you to create healthier options while saving their budget.
Privacy
One of the best parts about living in one of the Short term rentals Chicago is the privacy you will be getting on vacation. Let’s put it out there, sometimes greeting staff every day can be tiring, especially for introverts, but in a short-term rental option, you can just come and go as you please. There aren’t any rules and entry times or any such for you to make small talk with the staff. Most short-term rentals have private common areas where one can spread out and feel like you are much at home.
While hotels look great in photos, they can often feel “clinical” and lack that special something you get in a cozy, private home rental. The primary reason why most people prefer to stay in one of the Short term rentals Chicago is because they provide an authentic residential experience with a kitchen in the room and parking space and allow you to lounge around as you want, which can feel like you a lot like home. Most of the short term rentals also allow pets in their rooms.
Live like a local
There is a shift in the way people have been traveling till now. Trends like ecotourism where tourists want to avoid popular tourist attractions are slowly catching up and staying in a short-term rental lets you see your destination through the eyes of a local and allows you to stay in local areas. This is beneficial for people traveling internationally for the first time and wants to get a true sense of what it would be like to live there. Choosing short-term rental will help you get to know a neighborhood that’s more off the beaten track and find hidden gems in the city.
Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, it may be time to rethink your options if you have been staying in a hotel. Short term rentals Chicago or whether you call them furnished apartments or extended-stay rentals, short-term housing can offer significant advantages to business travelers and people who like to travel for leisure alike. Free WiFi or high-speed internet access, giving you the homely feeling, allowing you to live like a local, to name a few.
Today we want to share 3 reasons to start looking for winter clothing. The chill in the air has finally started to arrive and with that comes a whole new host of clothing styles and trends for the change in season. It’s the perfect time to start looking at updating your seasonal collection, even if winter hasn’t quite arrived yet.
From knitwear to coats and everything in between, you might be wondering if now is too soon to start stocking up on your winter clothing as the weather holds out for just a few more weeks. So, if you’re thinking about your seasonal strategy for your clothing collection and want to make the right decision, Whispering Smith are on hand to tell you why now is the best time for stocking your winter clothing.
Once the cold temperatures really start to emerge and the nights only get darker, everyone will be on the hunt for the latest winter styles. If you start now, you have the chance to get ahead of your competitors and get your hands on emerging trends for the upcoming season.
Whether you are a small retailer or a larger brand, you no doubt already know the importance of having the right stock at the right time. This is important to meet customer demand and maintain a positive reputation amongst your shoppers, knowing they can get the products they need from you.
By investing in winter stock now, you can bet that your brand can stay one step ahead of its competitors in delivering the right products when the time comes.
Great winter styles already available
Shopping with a reputable wholesaler means that you will no doubt be able to unlock access to great styles that are available ahead of time. Many wholesale fashion suppliers will already have ample winter stock just waiting to be sent out to retailers with their finger on the pulse.
You will already find some great styles that can be bought right now and delivered in perfect time for the change of season, making sure you’re more prepared than ever. From coats and knitwear to shirts and skirts, the winter season is a busy one for statement pieces, workwear, loungewear and more. The earlier you start your buying process for this exciting season, the more you will benefit in the long run!
More time to be creative
By taking more time to curate your winter clothing collection, you have the chance to be more creative and incorporate unique and different styles into your range. Do you want to have the time to put your own brand or custom design on to the clothing you’ve chosen? If so, it pays to start the process early.
Starting early means you have ample time to be prepared and choose the right styles and winter fashion trends that work for your overall collection and brand, which can make a huge difference for your customers. It’s also important because it means you aren’t at risk of trying to grab last minute styles, or following the inspiration of others. Start early, be prepared and set your own path as we enter a new season of exciting clothing for men and women alike!
Today we want to show you how to turn you camping into glamping. Camping can be a wonderful experience. Tents can allow you to visit and take in locations that cars can’t reach. Plus, the feeling of being at one with nature is hard to beat. But living simply is a daunting prospect for some. There’s always glamping though: a form of camping where you can charge your phone, enjoy running water and a flushable loo! But how exactly do you transform camping into something glamorous?
The campsite you visit can make a big difference. It can boost your experience if you pick out a campsite that offers bathroom and shower facilities. Just research the provider and the site beforehand to discover the amenities on offer.
A hot tub if you’re lucky
Another potential perk of the campsite is a hot tub. It can take your glamping to the next level by experiencing some scenic natural views all from the warm convenience of a hot tub. Again, when booking your campsite take a look at all the options and see if there’s a hot tub on site to add that touch of comfort to your holiday.
Your own electricity for lights, charges, laptops
Electricity can make everything much more comfortable. You’ll be able to recharge your phone and other electronics, plus you’ll have the energy to power some ambient lights around your tent. And if you’re unsure about the weather you can even use it to power a heater or fan. The way to achieve this is by bringing a generator to provide electricity and inject some added glam to your trip.
Sleeping in a cold, dark, uncomfortable bed can put many people off camping, but there are ways of making this more luxurious. Try bringing a bed that isn’t a blow up one. If possible, a futon bed could be an option. They’re slightly more portable than a heavy mattress and will allow you to rest comfortably.
Duvets instead of sleeping bags
Bringing comfortable bedding can make a difference too. Sleeping bags can sometimes feel restrictive and tight. But by packing duvets and blankets, you can sleep in a more familiar style.
Gourmet meals
Eating well make all the difference too! Bring a multi-burner stove to ensure that you can cook a variety of different meals. Plus, you can research some good camping recipes in advance and bring the right ingredients to create some delicious meals.
Camping doesn’t have to be uncomfortable and painful. By following the above advice, you can turn camping into a glamorous and relaxing holiday. Just be sure to find the right campsite to cater to your needs.
Today we want to share some great hair coloring tips with you. Coloring your hair is one of the best and simplest ways to show your distinct sense of style. It might also be done when you get bored or your beauty selections. Either way, it is a beauty enhancement that can be very stressful if you are not ready for maintenance after the dyeing. Despite the dyes, highlights, and single and dual-color processes, there are numerous options for getting your hair the best way you want it.
However, even before deciding on the tone you want, you still have no idea what you are getting yourself into, whether in the salon or home. For example, are you supposed to wash your hair before you dye it? Should you tell your friends and family in advance before you dye your hair? Below are some great hair coloring tips that you should definitely read.
Research
If you are reading this article, then you are on the right track when it comes to researching the choices you make. Regardless of whether you are coloring your hair at home, it is always a good idea to do research instead of diving right into it. Getting the correct tools or the right color for your specific hair is vital.
So, if you want to color your hair at the salon, it is crucial to get the right person, preferably one that specializes in hair coloring. Ensure that the colorist you pick has the experience and check the reviews of their work.
Also, it is essential that while you do your research, you consider the kind of color change you are going for. Ask yourself if the color you pick will need any maintenance, and if it does, are you willing to do it? It is also a good idea to research the coloring technique you choose even before making an appointment with your hair colorist. For instance, it will be a great idea to know about balayage care tips if you want to have that coloring technique done to your hair.
Take it easy
Slow and sturdy wins the race. So, if your goal is to go sunnier, do your strands a favor and take things easy by using baby steps. While base colors can take your hair at least one shade lighter, professional colorists recommend that you go slower than that. And to avoid damaging your hair and ensure you achieve the most natural and even look, go half a shade lighter every time you decide to dye your hair.
If you have decided to do the coloring at home, you will have to go shopping for the dye you pick. And when shopping, it is pretty normal to look at the picture on the dye box. The model on the packaging might have an excellent shade of brown; however, no one knows what color her hair was before dyeing it.
Instead of factoring the model on the box when buying a dye for your hair, it is recommended that you use the numbers and letters on the package to decide the level of color you want and the favorite tone. Regarding the shade scale of 1 to 10, 1 is darker, and ten is lighter. On the other hand, the letters show the dyes undertone; “a” means ash, “n” means neutral, and “c” means copper.
Use your complexion as a guide
According to various hair colorists, light-skinned people will look more natural when they pick lighter shades, and on the other hand, people with darker hair will look much better in a darker shade.
In addition, if you have some pink on your complexion, avoid going for warm shades; doing so will only make you look more red-faced. Also, if you have an oily skin tone, it would be a great idea to go for gold shades to make your face warm and make the skin less emerald. Finally, if you have a neutral skin tone, it is recommended that you pick either cool blond or warm shades.
Never skip the patch test
It is crucial to test a color on a tiny area of your hair before going all in. otherwise, you are bound to have a mishap. If you use an overly ashy shade, your skin will look old and drab. Besides, you will be risking a skin reaction if your skin fails to tolerate the dye chemicals. So, do a patch test by first applying the dye on a small patch of your hair, and note if the color is too dark, light, or ashy.
Start with a semi-permanent dye before going for the permanent one
For safe dyeing, it is always good to try a semi-permanent hair dye that will somewhat fade away every time you shampoo it. Using a semi-permanent dye will also lessen the damages and improve the natural color of your hair. It is vital to note that semi-permanent dyes don’t have the power to lighten dark hair. However, it can enhance or match the color. Besides, a semi-permanent color does not penetrate deeply into the hair and usually fades in about eight to twelve shampoos.
How healthy is your hair
Dyeing your hair can sometimes affect the health of your hair; therefore, it is advisable to assess the damage level of your hair even before booking an appointment. Is your hair going to withstand the chemicals in the dye? A good colorist can help you with that, and they will not push your hair beyond its limits. After coloring, it is advisable to utilize a hair treatment like the hydrating mask to ensure that your hair stays moisturized. Also, ensure that you add a protein mask that will assist in repairing the connections in your hair once every four washes. It is also vital to use a leave-in treatment when brushing your hair to lessen the damages.
Don’t go above to shades of your natural complexion
When you decide to color your hair at home, it is advisable to stay within two shades of your shade. This is particularly vital if you are a brunette and you want to have blonde hair color. Also, it is essential to note that dark hair will be hard to lighten; therefore, it will be a good idea to make an appointment with your colorist.
Going to the salon is essential as home hair coloring kits do not have the strong chemicals used to radically change your hair’s color. Besides, there is a good reason why hair colorists go to school, pass the tests and get a license from the respective authorities. Remember that the chemicals used to change hair color can damage your hair and scalp.
Evade color overkill
Do you frequently notice that your hair color is fading? If yes, the good news is that you do not have to color your whole head; doing that can accumulate colors, faded ends, bands of lightness and darkness, and irrelevant damages to your hair.
All you have to do is paint the newly growing hair and perhaps, if necessary, refresh the faded edges during the last few minutes of dyeing.
Summing up
Coloring your hair can entirely change your look, or it can preserve your hair color. It is therefore essential to carefully determine the above factors even before you decide to dye your hair. And if you have chosen to color your hair, you will want to research some maintenance tips to help it last longer. Besides, coloring your hair will cost you money, so it is vital to consider all the factors before deciding.
Two years after his split from longtime wife Wendy Williams, TV producer Kevin Hunter is reportedly engaged to Sharina Hudson.
Wendy Williams’ ex-husband Kevin Hunter is engaged to Sharina Hudson, the woman he had a longtime affair with during the course of his marriage. According to Page Six, the TV producer bought an $80,000 engagement ring for Sharina as far back as April 2020, and she has been wearing it since then (as evidenced by her Instagram posts). The two share one daughter, Journey, 2, together. HollywoodLife has reached out to Kevin’s rep for comment.
Wendy filed for divorce from Kevin in 2019 after 22 years of marriage. While on Extra earlier this year in January, Wendy called her ex-husband a “serial cheater,” revealing that she has known about his infidelities — and even alluded to Sharina. “Kevin cheated on me while I was pregnant with my son,” she said, referencing their child together, Kevin Hunter Jr., 21. “I didn’t want him to leave me by myself.”
“Kevin was a serial cheater,” the talk show host continued. “Kevin had different mistresses. This last one was the one he had the longest term relationship with.” Her ex-husband seemingly touched on his affair in a 2019 statement issued following their split. “I am not proud of my recent actions and take full accountability and apologize to my wife, my family and her amazing fans,” he wrote, adding that he was “going through a time of self-reflection” and “trying to right some wrongs.”
Wendy Williams and ex-husband Kevin Hunter (Mediapunch/Shutterstock)
Katie Couric “Loved” Getting Under Diane Sawyer’s Skin
Katie Couric‘s memoir just came out Tuesday, but it’s been causing raised eyebrows for a month.
From her revelations about competition among her fellow female network stars during her time on Today to her thoughts on her disgraced former co-anchor Matt Lauer, from what she didn’t reveal about Ruth Bader Ginsburg following a 2016 interview to what she was all too happy to share about Prince Harry, the tidbits that served as preview fodder didn’t just drum up anticipation for her 500-page book, Going There.
Rather, all that tea-spilling has had critics and fans alike wondering what sort of game the veteran journalist and TV personality has been playing at all along.
“I couldn’t imagine writing something that wasn’t honest and radically transparent,” Couric told Today‘s Savannah Guthrie this month during the most personal stop on her press tour. “I didn’t want to do a victory lap or my greatest hits. I think I’ve had an extraordinary life. I’ve had incredible opportunities…. I’ve had huge successes. I’ve had some pretty public failures, too.”
Noting how she has always had a lot of perfect strangers telling her that they feel as if they know her personally thanks to her decades on television, Couric explained, “I wanted to share the messy parts, what real life was like.”
So, readers, she went there.
And we turned the pages at rapid speed to give you a rundown of the book’s most eye-opening bombshells, including a not-all-that-long-ago decision she made that kept her up at night:
Nellie & Ronald Biles root for their daughter, Simone, during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. (Roland Hoskins/ANL/Shutterstock) 
Angelina Jolie and Shiloh Jolie-Pitt outside of the club where an ‘Eternals’ party was taking place in London. (Beretta/Sims/Shutterstock) 
Zahara Jolie-Pitt showing off her cute yellow dress at the event. (Beretta/Sims/Shutterstock) 
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Madonna in a dominatrix-inspired bodysuit at the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards (Charles Sykes/Invision/AP/Shutterstock) 
Lourdes Leon and mom Madonna (Gregory Pace/Shutterstock) 
If you are reading this article, then you are on the right track when it comes to researching the choices you make. Regardless of whether you are
Wendy Williams and ex-husband Kevin Hunter (Mediapunch/Shutterstock) 