Jon and Summer Pardi Announce Baby News

January 8, 2024

Jon Pardi and his wife, Summer, announced they are expecting their second baby. Summer revealed the baby news in a January 6th Instagram post. The news may be a surprise to some fans because Jon and Summer’s first child, a daughter named Presley Fawn, was born only ten months ago.

Summer’s Instagram post was a video with the caption, “Good thing we have that extra guest room.”

The video shows Jon and Summer with Presley in a home that is currently under construction. The young couple is guiding their first child through the unfinished home. Another moment shows Jon holding his daughter proudly and walking towards the camera.

But the highlight of this video might be when baby Presley is shown sitting on the unfinished floors in the house, holding a sonogram of her sibling who is on the way. Summer also wrote, “We can’t wait to fill this home with all the love from our little family of four.”

Summer Shared First Moments as a Family of 3

People received an exclusive from Jon and Summer in September 2022. They revealed to the outlet that they were expecting Presley, and the baby arrived on February 18, 2023.

Summer updated her fans on Instagram after Presley’s birth and shared some sweet details. She wrote about baby Presley, “Our lives are forever changed. She has one cheek dimple like her mama and her daddy’s perfect skin.”

Jon also spoke about becoming a parent at the 2023 CMT Music Awards. According to People, he told a CMT correspondent, “It’s a new adventure that everything they told you about is true.” Jon explained that Presley was “making all kinds of noise and starting to laugh.” He also said, “That baby’s gonna change your life. You’re gonna have a feeling you’ve never felt before.” Jon admitted, “It’s this missing hole in your soul.”

Jon Announced His Sobriety in December

As Jon and Summer’s family is growing and changing, People shared Jon’s confession to another life-changing decision in December 2023. This came during an appearance on Amazon Music’s Country Heat Weekly podcast, billed as ‘Jon Pardi’s Christmas Party.”

Jon’s holiday celebrations included some personal news. He explained on the podcast that he had been sober for nearly four months. Jon confessed, “I’ve been 112 days sober.” He also revealed, “I’ve lost a bunch of weight.”

Jon discussed this with podcast hosts Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson, telling them that he had been diagnosed as being pre-diabetic. He said that he told himself, “I gotta stop.”

Jon believes he gained significant weight as a result of drinking. He admitted it was affecting his mood. So, he decided to change his life and eliminate drinking.

He told Kelly and Amber, “I was really getting to the point where every picture, every video, I was so unhappy with myself.” Jon added, “Where I was going, I needed to just take a break.”

But Jon’s sobriety news also contained an inspiring message for fans because Jon feels that quitting drinking could be an excellent way to kickstart weight loss. Jon said he has become more confident and even joked about how much better he felt after a recent photo shoot. After he looked at the photos, he thought to himself, “Damn. I look good.”

Jon said that for anybody thinking about a lifestyle change to lose weight, he believes it does “help tremendously” when you stop drinking. Although Jon did confess, he still suffers from a weakness: his sweet tooth. Jon told Kelly and Amber, “I love me some ice cream.” His favorite dessert is either Twix Candy ice cream or coffee ice cream.

As for his sobriety, Jon referred to the process as a “journey,” and claimed on the podcast, “I’m retired, OK?” He meant his decision to stop drinking right now. Jon admitted that it doesn’t mean he can’t come “out of retirement.” Although he said, “For right now, it’s been great” to eliminate drinking from his life.

Jon’s Mom Helped Set The Couple Up

Jon and Summer’s meet-cute story became famous after their engagement in 2019.

Summer was a hairstylist in California, and one of her clients was a friend of Jon’s mom. Her client thought that Summer and Jon would be a great match. In 2017, Jon’s mom sent him Summer’s number.

Before her wedding to Jon in 2020, Summer revealed details of their meet-cute to People. She said Jon was performing in her hometown, and he called and invited Summer to the show.

The problem was that Summer was in Las Vegas that night. So she told Jon, “Maybe next time you’re in town.”

Summer was shocked when Jon replied, “How about I fly you to Denver next week?”

They began dating very shortly after they met.

Jon and Summer’s engagement also made big news in country music. He surprised Summer in October 2019 by proposing during his sold-out show at the legendary Ryman Auditorium. Jon shocked the crowd when he brought Summer onstage and got down on one knee. The audience clapped and cheered as Jon proposed, giving Jon and Summer a standing ovation after she told Jon, “Yes.”

Jon and Summer shared a personal history at the Ryman because that’s where they had one of their first dates.

Country superstar Dierks Bentley, a friend of Jon’s, snapped a photo of the exciting proposal backstage at the Ryman. Dierks shared the great news on Instagram, writing how proud he was of Jon. Dierks wrote, in part, “Killer show with my all-time fav encore. Congrats to you and Summer Fawn Duncan.”

Joe Don Rooney Speaks Out

January 6, 2024

On January 3rd, Joe Don posted a message to his followers on X. He began his message by apologizing for being absent on social media and saying he wanted to clarify rumors about him that have been circulating for years.

I’m sorry it’s been a while since I’ve posted on any socials. It’s actually been a couple years since I’ve engaged with fans and friends on Twitter (now X) or Instagram.
But I figured today, at the beginning of this brand new year 2024, would be a good day to send a message out…
— JDR (@JoeDonRooney) January 3, 2024

One rumor that Joe Don wanted to set straight was that he was allegedly transitioning into becoming a woman. Joe Don wrote, “That thought has never entered my mind.” Although, he also said he has nothing against the trans community.

Joe Don then discussed a serious incident that happened in the early morning hours of September 9, 2021, according to his post on X. He explained, in part, “I was so far gone with my life. I was completely out of control.”

Joe Don was referring to the moment he crashed his vehicle into a tree. He claimed the accident could have ended his life. Joe Don confessed that he had been driving under the influence and was later arrested and charged with a DUI offense. He made no public comments at the time.

Joe Don Admitted That He Had a Drinking Problem

In his January 3rd post on X, Joe Don wrote, “There have been so many rumors and opinions thrown around about me, but I’m finally healthy and ready for the world.”

He revealed that his drinking had been an issue for many years and that his problem grew worse as he got older. “I was not a good father. I was not a good husband, and I was not a good bandmate to my business partners,” he wrote.

People reported on December 4, 2023, that Joe Don’s bitter divorce from his wife, Tiffany Fallon Rooney, had finally been settled in court. Their court battle included allegations of extravagant living and extramarital affairs by both Joe Don and Tiffany. They were married for 17 years.

According to People, court documents allegedly showed that Joe Doe’s income dried up after the breakup of Rascal Flatts in 2020. Former Rascal Flatts bassist Jay DeMarcus appeared on Savannah Chrisley’s Unlocked with Savannah podcast in June 2023. Jay told Savannah he would “never say never” to a Rascal Flatts reunion. Although Jay also confessed to Savannah that the band is “in such different places right now, and don’t really communicate on a consistent basis.”

Rascal Flatts had agreed to a farewell tour in 2020, but the COVID pandemic ended those plans. Jay told Savannah, “I think the further we get away from it, the harder it is to put it back together.”

Joe Don’s marriage to Tiffany also became broken. One incident cited in court was an alleged fight between Tiffany and Joe Don when he accused her of spending too much money on a purse. Tiffany’s request for spousal support was denied in court. However, the finalized divorce agreement shows she will receive $791 per week in child support.

Joe Don Saw a Change in His Life

Getting back to his past troubles, Joe Don admitted on X, “Going to jail sucks!”

He also claimed that his September 2021 car wreck forced him to take responsibility for everything. Joe Don said he truly believes that God led him into that tree without harming himself or others. He wrote, “I could literally be in a Federal Prison for life now.”

Instead, he sought help.

Joe Don wrote that he entered treatment “for four months in the beautiful mountains of Utah.” He claimed that his life has been changed forever and wrote, “I’m grateful for the change.”

Joe Don wrote that as of January 13, 2024, he will be sober for 28 months.

“I never believed I could actually live my life without drinking. It had become such a huge part of my daily and nightly routine,” he said on X. Joe Don considers the last few turbulent years “an absolute blessing in ways I can barely put into proper words.”

He also thanked his followers, saying, “Thank you for all the love, support, and prayers. I promise you, I’ve felt them all, and I’m super appreciative.” Joe Don is looking to make the best of 2024, “living our most healthiest, happiest, and goal-oriented lives ever.”

And he signed off with his initials, JDR.

Kailyn Lowry Shared Estranged Mom Update on Her Podcast

January 6, 2024

Photo Credits: Coffee Convos Podcast/Instagram

Kailyn Lowry has opened up about a devastating exchange she had with her estranged mom, Suzie. The Teen Mom 2 star talked about an encounter she had with Suzie during a recent episode of her Coffee Convos podcast.

Kailyn told her co-host, Lindsie Chrisley, that she and her mom reconnected on social media after allegedly not speaking for years. Kailyn said, “I get on Messenger, and my mom messaged me.” She went on to describe their “tense discussion,” which allegedly did “more harm than good for their strained relationship.”

Kailyn said that her mom messaged her saying something like, “I love you, and I always will.” She went on to say that after a minute, she messaged Suzie back.

Kailyn wrote to her mom, “Then how could you walk this earth knowing that you have all these grandkids and you don’t care.” It was Suzie’s next response to Kailyn, which the TV star said really annoyed her because Kailyn said, “she goes back and forth on accountability.” She said, “When I got the message back to the grandkids’ statement, I just wasn’t prepared for that.”

Kailyn then claimed that her mom said to her, “Um, and your life? Walk a mile.”

To which Kailyn replied, “Ma’am, you made my life hard.” She went on to describe in expletive terms how much damage her mother had allegedly done to her growing up. Later in the podcast, Kailyn revealed that Suzie had blocked her on the platform. Their message exchange was the mother and daughter’s first interaction since 2019.

Kailyn Has Previously Shared About Her Childhood

Although her mother has been absent from her life, Kailyn has been busy building her own family with seven children. She has been vocal in the past about her troubled relationship with Suzie.

Last January, she shared what The Sun called “a terrifying story” on TikTok about a childhood trauma she allegedly experienced. After hearing the story, Kailyn’s fans rushed to the comment section to share their love and support for the star.

One wrote, “It just amazes me how amazing of a mom you turned out to be and how successful you are after you endured so much trauma.”

Another wrote, “Girl, you’ve been through so much & you’ve overcome so much more with no family by your side. I’m proud of you.”

But it’s not just her mom Kailyn has had to do without as she has raised her seven kids; The Sun reported that she is also not on good terms with her dad, Raymond. Raymond split from Kailyn’s mom when she was young.

On a previous episode of Coffee Convos, she said, “I didn’t do anything wrong. It was just what I was born into. So, like they didn’t love me properly.” Kailyn even alleged that when she was dating Jo Rivera, Suzie signed over custody of Kailyn to Jo’s mother.

According to Kailyn, Suzie has no contact with her grandchildren whatsoever.

Kailyn Lowry Reveals Custody Battle With Chris Lopez

January 5, 2024

Photo Credits: Kailyn Lowry/Instagram and Chris Lopez/Instagram

On January 3, 2024, Kailyn Lowry revealed personal news to her followers on social media. The Teen Mom star is allegedly having problems negotiating a parenting plan with one of her children’s fathers.

In a screenshot on the TEENMOMFANZ Instagram page, Kailyn’s social media message is displayed. Her post reads, “My ex will not go to mediation or negotiate the parenting plan I came up with. Prelim hearing coming up.” Chris Lopez is the father of two of Kailyn’s sons, 6-year-old Lux and 3-year-old Creed. Kailyn dated Chris between 2016 and 2020.

Chris Voiced His Opinions of Kailyn on Instagram

The TEENMOMFANZ user on Instagram who posted Kailyn’s message claims that the ex she was referring to is Chris Lopez. This claim is based on his recent rants about Kailyn on Instagram Live.

In late November, Chris ripped into Kailyn on social media for allegedly violating court orders. Chris posted two videos to Instagram Live. In the first video, he said, “Ain’t nobody more miserable than my baby mama, bro.” Chris confirmed he was speaking about Kailyn, who he called his “first baby mama.”

Chris alleged that Kailyn had interfered during a parent-teacher conference a few days earlier. He accused Kailyn of showing up for a parent-teacher conference that he had signed up for. He alleged that Kailyn had not signed up for this parent-teacher interview. Chris claimed that his son’s teacher told him Kailyn was attending and that she just signed up. That meant the teacher couldn’t provide Chris with paperwork or feedback without Kailyn present.

In his follow-up video, Chris explained that the incident made him realize what he had to do: beat his opponent on December 8th. While Kailyn did not confirm that a court date had been set in December, based on Chris’s comments, that seems to be what he was referring to.

According to Kailyn, Co-Parenting Has Been “Super Challenging”

Kailyn has been outspoken about the difficulties that she alleges she’s faced co-parenting her two sons with Chris. Just under two years ago, Kailyn explained on Instagram that the situation has been “super challenging.” Her post read, “The boys only have two parents, and when one is falling short, I have to pick up the slack and fill in the gaps emotionally, physically, and financially.”

A US Weekly article in March 2020 also claimed that Kailyn alleged Chris cheated on her with multiple women.

Kailyn also made shocking allegations online about Chris harming her physically. Chris admitted to these incidents, although he denied, in a TikTok video, that he meant to end Kailyn’s life. During one alleged incident, Kailyn was holding their son. She wrote on social media that she fought for her life but that she did not want to call the police. She said she wanted Chris to get better, choose her, and not mistreat her.

Chris Is Not Where He Wants to Be

He was arrested in January 2020 for allegedly violating a protective order from October 2019, and in August 2020, was convicted of offensive touching, as well as not complying with a bond order.

Although Chris got sentenced to two years in jail, his conviction was suspended, and he served a Level 2 probation sentence instead. Chris was ordered to have no further personal contact with Kailyn. He was also instructed to take DA classes alongside mental health treatment and continual therapy.

In January 2021, on his podcast P. T. S. D – Pre ssure Talks with Single Dads, Chris talked about his legal battles with Kailyn, his probation, and the treatment he sought. He said, “If I didn’t go through what I went through, I wouldn’t be where I’m at right now,” but admitted, “I’m not where I want to be, but I’m way, way beyond the point of where I was.”

Followers Shared Their Thoughts on Instagram

Kailyn’s followers haven’t always sided with her on social media. On the TEENMOMFANZ Instagram page, reactions to Kailyn’s recent TikTok post were mixed with one commenter saying on Instagram, in part, “She always wants things to go her way or no way at all.”

Another commenter on Instagram called Kailyn a “control freak, especially when it comes to custody and child support.”

But one of Kailyn’s fans supported her on the TEENMOMFANZ page, commenting, “Good for her. He is a hater!”

While Kailyn mentioned a preliminary hearing in her message to followers, an official court date in 2024 between Kailyn and Chris has yet to be confirmed.

Mackenzie Edwards Responds To Rumor She’s Back With Ex

January 4, 2024

Photo Credits: Mackenzie Standifer/Instagram and Ryan Edwards/Instagram

Mackenzie Edwards has made her stance clear regarding recent discussions about her and her ex, Ryan Edwards. A few days ago, the Teen Mom OG star sparked excitement among her followers after posting a video on Instagram. The video, which was soon deleted, showed her with Ryan and their daughter Stella while eating at a restaurant. Despite the reaction online, Mackenzie has strongly denied that she and Ryan are rekindling their romance.

In an exclusive interview with The Ashley, Mackenzie stated that she was never getting back together with her ex. She said in the interview, “For 2024, the kids and I are going forward, not backwards.” She went on to explain that the clip she shared on social media was an old video. Mackenzie added, “He is wearing his wedding ring in the video because we were married at the time.”

Ryan Has a New Girlfriend

The Ashley also reported that Mackenzie recently changed her last name on Instagram back to Standifer. Mackenzie claimed that not only are she and Ryan not back together but that she now actually has zero communication whatsoever with her baby daddy. She told The Ashley that this was because of Ryan’s new relationship with his girlfriend, Amanda Conner.

Mackenzie said, “We don’t speak because they feel it’s disrespectful toward their relationship.” However, she also added, “I hope eventually Ryan and I can reestablish communication so we can co-parent our kids.” Mackenzie filed for divorce from Ryan in February 2022 and also filed for a protection order against him.

Last year, The Sun obtained photos and videos from the police showing Mackenzie’s home after Ryan allegedly destroyed it. Body cam footage from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office showed the level of damage done to the vacant home. The destruction included broken windows and walls covered with graffiti and slurs. The Sun alleged that much of the graffiti in the property was directed towards Mackenzie.

The footage started with officers entering Mackenzie’s home through the back because the front door was blocked by a couch that had been flipped over. Once the officers entered, they found that the refrigerator had also been turned over with everything inside spilling onto the floor. The Sun also reported that there was even a firearm out of its safe, sitting on the kitchen counter.

In September of last year, the same outlet had also reported on Ryan’s new relationship with Amanda. The newspaper alleged that Ryan met the single mother in rehab.

Mackenzie Has No Intentions of Getting Back With Ryan

However, Mackenzie was making her feelings about Ryan clear before he and Amanda were a factor. Us Weekly reported that she had spoken out after Ryan allegedly implied that Mackenzie no longer wanted to go ahead with their divorce.

The outlet shared that in October of last year, Mackenzie took to Instagram to share a photo of her and her three children at the beach with Ryan cropped out. In the comments, one fan asked the Teen Mom for her opinion on Ryan’s remarks about their divorce. They asked if it was correct that Mackenzie wouldn’t sign the divorce papers, as alleged on MTV. Mackenzie’s two-word reply was simply “um no.”

It’s been clear for a while that Mackenzie has no interest in getting back with Ryan. Despite this, she still claims that she hopes to one day talk to him again, for the sake of their two children.

Monica Passes Out At Show

January 3, 2024

Monica performed in Houston, Texas, on Saturday, December 30th. TMZ reported that fans who were at the concert claimed that Monica stunned and shocked the audience when she allegedly fainted offstage at the NRG arena. Videos were taken during Monica’s concert that appear to show her after she passed out backstage.

In one fan’s video posted online, Monica is seen performing one of her biggest hits, “Angel of Mine.” Soon after she finished the song, Monica allegedly left the stage and didn’t return. TMZ reported that eyewitnesses said that Monica was carried off backstage by members of her security team. It’s been alleged that Monica was transported to a local medical facility by ambulance. Although any allegations regarding an ambulance transfer remain unconfirmed, the truth about Monica’s heart condition has been known for some time.

Monica Has a History of Medical Conditions

She has revealed in public that she was diagnosed with a heart condition, referred to as mitral valve prolapse, at the age of 18. Mitral valve prolapse causes health problems when the flap between the upper and lower chambers of the heart doesn’t close properly. Monica became aware of this condition when she passed out during one of her concerts many years ago.

In an interview with HuffPost, Monica recalled a scary incident during a concert in Washington, D.C. During that concert, Monica was also performing “Angel of Mine,” the same song she had been performing before she was carried off backstage after allegedly collapsing in Houston. Monica confessed to HuffPost that her vision changed from seeing colors to just black and white images, and her eyesight began to fade in and out.

At this point, Monica knew that something serious was happening to her. She recalled walking to the side of the stage and asking for help. Then, she lost consciousness. Sources close to Monica later told her she collapsed into the arms of a member of her security team.

That incident led to Monica being diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse. Shockingly, her condition was not easy to diagnose. Even though she suffered from serious incidents like passing out during concerts, her doctors struggled to find the reason this was happening to Monica. Finally, Monica’s doctors discovered what her problem was, and she received the diagnosis of mitral valve prolapse.

She has also suffered from other health issues besides her serious heart condition. Monica’s team has confirmed that She has been hospitalized for high blood pressure in the past, although Monica claims that she has worked hard to control her blood pressure condition. Monica has also undergone multiple procedures for endometriosis, a condition that can cause overwhelming pelvic pain.

Fans Captured Concerning Videos of Monica’s Performance

TMZ obtained video footage of the concert on December 30th. Although the images are grainy, the shocking video shows a person being carried away backstage by a group of people. TMZ sources compared this backstage footage to a video taken by a fan during her concert. Monica sported long, bleached blonde hair during her concert on December 30th, and TMZ claims that the person being carried off backstage had the same hair as Monica.

Fans on social media also commented on the rumors they heard from people who attended Monica’s concert in Houston. One user on X said, “The Houston streets are talking.” This person claimed that audience members said Monica had started her concert late.

Audience members were also convinced that Monica passed out backstage during her concert. Allegedly, an ambulance delivered her to a local hospital after Monica fainted backstage at the NRG arena. Monica’s fans also claimed that something seemed to be “off” about Monica during her concert.

Monica Has Remained Absent From Social Media Since Her Concert

Although Monica has yet to confirm just what happened during her concert on December 30th, fans have also noted that Monica hasn’t updated her social media since December 22nd. Monica’s most concerned fans are sending her prayers and well wishes online.

However, some critics have been far less understanding. One rumor has surfaced that Monica has been faking illness because her voice isn’t as strong as before. But her fans are standing by Monica, and they argue rumors like that are fake.

One fan wrote a message of concern on social media. They began by saying, “Poor girl. I hope Monica is okay.” This fan claimed that Monica “did seem off,” and she appeared to pass out about five minutes after removing her jacket onstage.

Poor girl, I hope #Monica is ok!
She passed out and I know she had about 20 more minutes in her. She had just performed “So Gone” here in Houston, TX and like 5 minutes after she tooo her jacket off she passed out, something did seem off. Here she is singing “For You I Will.”… pic.twitter.com/zXshTXNJSb
— Khordelle (@khordelle) December 31, 2023

Other fans noted on social media that it felt too warm and uncomfortable during Monica’s concert in the NRG arena. One fan wrote online, “Wow. Monica passed out. It was too hot in there.”

Another fan captured a video on their cellphone, and it appeared to show the moment that Monica knew she was experiencing a medical emergency on stage. In the video, Monica had just finished singing when it showed her shaking her head at someone backstage. The video shows Monica and her stagehand having a brief conversation before the stagehand wraps his hands around Monica’s waist and quickly takes her offstage.

Monica Addressed Her Feud With Brandy

Monica dealt with personal struggles last year, too. In December, she announced that she had split up with her partner, the rapper C-Murder.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Monica confirmed that she was no longer feuding with her old rival, Brandy. Monica is quoted as saying that she and Brandy are “more than good.” She also said, “I wish people would stop putting the two against each other.” Monica was referring to how people still compare her with Brandy. She explained, “I never came into the space with a spirit of competition.” And she hopes any feud rumors will just “go away.”

Hopefully, Monica and her doctors can get her heart condition under control, and Monica’s fans can look forward to seeing her in concert for many years to come.

AJ McLean Announces Divorce From Wife of 12 Years

January 3, 2024

Hello! Magazine reported that Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean has announced that he is getting divorced from his wife, Rochelle DeAnna. The former couple is officially calling time on their relationship after 12 years of marriage.

This came nine months after they shared that they had separated, though they had initially hoped that they would eventually be able to rebuild bridges. In March 2023, they revealed to TMZ that they had “mutually decided” to separate in the hopes of “building a strong future.”

The Couple Originally Intended to Reconcile

Hello! reported that they said of their separation that “marriage is hard but worth it.” They explained that their reason for separating was to “work on ourselves and our marriage.” The couple went on to say, “The plan is to come back together and continue to nurture our love for one another and our family.”

They also requested to be given privacy to work their issues out. They said, “Separation is hard enough without the commentary. Please be kind and remember there are children involved.” But yesterday, AJ and Rochelle released a joint statement on social media to share the news of their divorce.

In the statement, they wrote, “As you all know, we have been separated for over a year now. While we have hoped for reconciliation, we have decided to officially end our marriage. It is with deep love and respect that we have made this decision.” They continued, “Our focus now is moving forward in the healthiest way possible with friendship and co-parenting our girls at the forefront of this next chapter.” And finished the post with, “We appreciate your kindness, respect, and privacy at this time.”

The statement appeared on AJ’s Instagram account but was signed by both AJ and Rochelle. The post quickly attracted attention. NSync star Lance Bass showed his support for AJ, commenting on the post with a series of heart emojis.

AJ and Rochelle Were Married for Nearly Twelve Years

The couple first met in 2008 and got married ten years later. Having dated for the previous six years, after AJ proposed to Rochelle on her birthday. According to Hello!, when AJ met Rochelle, she was a waitress. They married on December 17, 2011, at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Among those in attendance were AJ’s Backstreet Boys bandmates.

In December 2022, Rochelle celebrated their 11th wedding anniversary with an old photo of the couple. Along with the picture, she posted lyrics from the Guns ‘n’ Roses song November Rain, alongside a black heart emoji and #eleven.

AJ and Rochelle share two daughters, Elliot and Lyric.

Blake Shelton Slammed For NYE Performance

January 3, 2024

Photo Credits: Blake Shelton/Instagram and Trace Adkins/Instagram

As reported by TMZ, some country music fans are angry about Blake Shelton’s recent performance on a CBS special called “New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash.” The CBS special was advertised and labeled a live television event. But some viewers discovered Blake had pre-recorded his appearance on the New Year’s Eve special.

This fact did not go down well with some Blake fans on X. Trace Adkins is not receiving as much heat for pre-taping his appearance on the CBS special, but Blake received the most criticism from fans. Blake reunited with his old buddy Trace for the CBS special, where they performed duets of old hits “Hell Right” and “Hillbilly Bone.” The trouble started when Blake’s fans on social media began to question exactly where he was on New Year’s Eve.

Fans Rushed to X to Share Their Thoughts on Blake’s Performances

Then, the real truth was discovered. Just a few minutes after his performance with Trace aired on the CBS special, Blake got captured on X in real-time by a fan. As it turns out, Blake was actually at the Winstar World Casino in Thackerville, Oklahoma on New Year’s Eve.

A Blake fan even posted a video of Blake singing “Goodbye Time” during his concert at the Winstar Casino. This Blake fan gushed over Blake’s performance in Oklahoma on New Year’s Eve. They wrote on X, “It’s been so long since Blake sang this live. He did so beautifully – one of the very few who can give this song justice.” Other fans who heard the song chimed in with positive feedback.

And here it is , @blakeshelton performing GOODBYE TIME at Winstar World Casino in Thuckerville, OK for its NYE celebration

It’s been so long since Blake sang this live. He did so so beautifully – one of the very few who can give this song justice

🎥 : Marni Adams O’Polka pic.twitter.com/lmZOlMlfg4
— Kate🇵🇭hugged Blake🫶🏻! (@forgwenandblake) January 1, 2024

Another user on X confessed that they started to cry at the first note Blake sang. They said his live performance of “Goodbye Time” was “one of his all-time best vocals.”

While someone else wrote, “Love this song. He sounds so good.”

Unfortunately for Blake, all the praise he got during his casino concert in Oklahoma began alerting other fans about where he really was on New Year’s Eve. Not only was Blake criticized for pre-taping his set for an allegedly live New Year’s Eve special in Nashville. He was also criticized for taking a casino gig in Oklahoma.

Many unimpressed Blake fans said it was a “lackluster” appearance. Some critics online on X even accused Blake of miming the lyrics during his set with Trace. Blake and Trace’s performance of “Hell Right” got a lot of negative feedback too. Fans who remembered the song’s original version said that Blake and Trace didn’t sound like authentic country music anymore.

Blake and Trace’s Friendship Appeared Stron on NYE

A few sources, including American Songwriter, appeared to be doing damage control for Blake. The outlet even published a report claiming that Blake and Trace kicked off their set right after TR finished his performance. According to American Songwriter, Blake and Trace took to the stage at the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. The report made it sound like Blake and Trace were getting the New Year’s celebration going in Nashville.

American Songwriter included insider information about the long friendship between Blake and Trace. They claimed that when Blake heard the demo for Hillbilly Bone the first time he said, “It sounds like a Trace Adkins song. When I heard it, I thought, ‘Why didn’t Trace get his hands on it first.” So Blake invited Trace to record the song with him more than a decade ago.

Blake discussed his friendship with Trace, and his inside information appeared on the Songfacts website. Blake said about Trace, “I feel like he’s really a friend, and when this is all over, we’ll still be friends.”

While Blake’s pre-recorded appearance has created a scandal, it was obvious that Trace and Blake’s friendship is as strong as ever.

Zac Brown Announces Divorce After Only 4 Months of Marriage

January 2, 2024

The new year isn’t starting too happily for Zac Brown. According to TMZ, Zac Brown and his second wife, model, actress, and stuntwoman Kelly Yazdi, have announced that they are splitting up.

Although they kept their 2023 wedding under wraps, TMZ reported that Zac and Kelly were married just four months ago. Over the last several days, multiple sources also confirmed that Zac and Kelly will seek to end their marriage legally.

One of these sources is Zac and Kelly themselves. On December 29th, the now-former couple quietly released a joint statement to Billboard. In the statement, Zac and Kelly said, “We are in the process of divorce.” They also claimed in this joint statement that they continue to have mutual respect for one another.

Zac and Kelly’s statement read, in part, “We wish each other the best and will always appreciate our time together. As we navigate this personal matter, we simply request privacy during this time.” However, rumors had already begun circulating about problems between Zac and Kelly.

When she stopped using the last name Brown, the breakup rumors intensified. TMZ started investigating the breakup rumors after Kelly went silent temporarily on Instagram. After she reactivated her Instagram account, Kelly went back to using her maiden name. She also removed all traces of Zac from her social media, and according to TMZ, Kelly and Zac don’t follow each other on social media either.

Zac and Kelly’s Engagement and Ceremony Were Private

TMZ was also the first to report their secret wedding. They obtained a copy of the marriage certificate and confirmed that Zac married Kelly in Coweta County, Georgia, on August 31st. After the wedding, Kelly added the last name Brown to her social media account.

Although the date of Zac and Kelly’s engagement remained unconfirmed, sources, including People, claimed that Zac proposed to Kelly during a 2022 trip to Hawaii. People said the proposal was “very intimate,” and “the couple has kept it very private.”

TMZ published photos taken on July 31, 2022, that showed Kelly with a massive diamond ring on her left hand.

His first marriage to Shelly Sloan ended in 2018 after twelve years. She and Zack share five kids who range in age from 16 years old to 9. According to an article from MSN, Zac met Shelly while performing a New Year’s Eve gig in 2005. They even shared a kiss at midnight, and shortly afterward, Zach allegedly claimed that Shelly was “the one.”

Kelly Had Only Recently Started Sharing Photos of Zac on Social Media

Their sudden divorce is shocking because Zac and Kelly were allegedly focused on keeping their personal lives as private as possible. No source can confirm when Zac and Kelly met, or when they started dating. Although after their engagement, and before their August 2023 wedding, Kelly had begun to share more photos, videos, and stories on social media about Zac.

She even confirmed that she and Zac had adopted a new family member before their wedding. MSN shared that only two weeks before marrying Zac in Georgia, Kelly posted pictures and a message explaining that she and Zac had adopted a puppy together. The dog’s name is Koa, which means “warrior” in Hawaiian. Kelly and Zac have yet to confirm if they will continue to share Koa, or if one will assume full custody of the animal.

While their divorce is sudden and shocking, it appears to be amicable at this time. Only time will tell if the end of Zac and Kelly’s marriage will be as private as their relationship and engagement was.

Yo Gotti Gifts Angela Simmons 3 Birkin Bags

December 30, 2023

Yo Gotti has gifted his girlfriend, Angela Simmons, 3 expensive Birkin bags for Christmas, according to People Magazine. The bags were all from famous luxury designer, Hermès, best known for their quality and price tag. Like many designers, Birkin has its share of rare or limited releases, too.

Yo Gotti showed no price is too much as he bought three rare Hermès bags for her. Angela now owns a Faubourg 20 in midnight matte, a 25 Noir Crocodile, and a limited-edition Rock 25. Altogether, the three bags cost $400,000.

The Rock 25, alone, tends to start at $90,000 and only increases from there. It’s best known for its plethora of pockets, volupto leather, and palladium hardware. The Faubourg 20 is even more expensive, with an average price of around $350,000 all on its own. The Faubourg’s claim to fame is its design. It’s designed to look like the Birkin’s building in France. Of all the Birkin bags out there, the Faubourg is considered one of the “Holy Grail” items for serious collectors. The Noir Crocodile has an average price of $60,000. Its biggest claim to fame is its use of actual crocodile skin.

Angela also showed off each piece in a series of Instagram pictures. She captioned the posts, ‘blessed beyond measure.’ The Christmas gifts mark an important moment for the couple who waited a long time to start a relationship.

Yo Gotti Had Feelings For Angela Long Before They Were Together

Yo Gotti first hinted that he was crushing on Angela during one of his songs. Titled, ‘Down in the DM’, he wrote a verse about following Angela on social media. He admitted that he had a crush on her. But then he learned that she was engaged to another man.

In 2017, he wrote another song about her called ‘Save It For Me.’ She had just become engaged to Sutton Tennyson at the time. She also had a child with Sutton. In the song, Yo Gotti raps about how he had tried to date Angela, but her boyfriend had moved fast and asked her to marry him instead. Sutton eventually passed away, which allowed Yo Gotti to have another chance.

At the beginning of 2023, the couple made their relationship official. They did a photoshoot together in January that showed the couple posing with a Rolls-Royce. To make their relationship even more obvious, Angela posted a caption with the picture stating that Yo Gotti was all she needed and more. They had their first public outing as a couple at a Grizzlies-Cavaliers game. They even color-coordinated their clothes to match each other.

Yo Gotti would also release a new song that shed light on his relationship with Angela and the devotion he has toward her. The song, called ‘The One’, has verses related to how she makes him feel nervous even though he’s a gangsta. The couple also made a music video for the song together. It featured them during romantic getaways to Dubai and Greece.

Yo Gotti Also Gave His Family Expensive Gifts For Christmas

Yo Gotti also gave his family members checks for Christmas. According to Hip Hop DX, he gave his mother a large check worth $100,000. In a photo on Instagram covering the holiday, Yo Gotti captioned that if you weren’t hustling for the people you love, then what are you doing?

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