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Who Is Chanel West Coast’s Replacement?

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Fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on who will replace Chanel West Coast on MTV’s hit show “Ridiculousness.” After ten years on the show, legendary co-host Chanel West Coast is leaving.

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She’s renowned for her contagious laugh and eccentric attitude, and it’s a real bummer that she’s leaving. But fans have been waiting to hear who would take her spot. The wait is over, as MTV has formally announced her successor!

The New Face of “Ridiculousness”

Taking the front stage as the new permanent co-host of “Ridiculousness” is none other than TV personality and actress Sterling “Steelo” Brim’s long-time friend and collaborator Lauren “Lolo” Wood. Best recognized as a model, fitness trainer, and actress, Lolo is going to give the aging television program a new, modern edge. 

The path Lauren “Lolo” Wood took to get to “Ridiculousness” is just inspirational. The 31-year-old actress has appeared on MTV before, particularly on Nick Cannon’s series “Wild ‘N’ Out.”

She has also gained popularity on social media for her workout videos and vlogs about motherhood and traveling. She is now prepared to challenge herself to make viewers laugh alongside Steelo Brim and host Rob Dyrdek on “Ridiculousness.”

MTV’s choice to add Wood to the ensemble of “Ridiculousness” is a smart move. “Ridiculousness” has been on the air since 2011, and any show that’s been around that long can get stale. Wood is a fresh talent, and she can definitely give the show a modern edge while preserving the distinct appeal that made it popular over a decade ago.

Lolo is the ideal fit for the program because of her vivid personality and acting background. She’s also notoriously funny, in addition to being a pretty face.

With Chanel West Coast’s departure, an era of “Ridiculousness” has come to an end. Chanel has been a fan favorite since the show debuted in 2011 because of her contagious laughter and clever commentary. Her style and character shaped the show to be what it is now. 

Though Chanel is now pursuing other endeavors, including her singing career and new TV projects, her influence on “Ridiculousness” will always be felt.

What To Expect From Lauren “Lolo” Wood

Fans of “Ridiculousness” can expect Lauren “Lolo” Wood to add her own unique touch to the show. Wood, who is known for her fast wit and keen sense of humor, is probably going to bring fresh levels of entertainment value. Her relationship with Steelo and Rob is already clear-cut, suggesting seamless and funny transitions when she enters her new role on the show.

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In a recent X post, the “Ridiculousness” team made Lolo’s addition to the cast official with a heartfelt clip from the show inviting her to be a permanent host.

Having Lolo on board, “Ridiculousness” is likely to stay one of MTV’s most-watched series. Her arrival heralds a new chapter and excites fans about the renewed vitality she will give the show!

Fans can catch new episodes of “Ridiculousness” on Sundays at 8:00 pm on MTC.

Blake Shelton is Mourning the Loss of a Dear Friend Joe

Photo credits: Blake Shelton/X and The Oak Ridge Boys/X

Blake Shelton is well-known for his charming stage persona, touching melodies, and Oklahoma accent. Behind the scenes, though, the beloved country star is grieving. Shelton lost a close friend and colleague, Joe Bonsall of the Oak Ridge Boys, last week following a brave four-year struggle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Shelton and Bonsall’s relationship was more than simply business; it was a close and lifelong friendship that warmed many others working in the music business.

Blake Said, ‘I’m Heartbroken To Hear Of My Friend Joe Bonsall’s Passing …’ 

Over the years, Blake Shelton and Joe Bonsal worked together several times. Both legends in their own right shared stages, tales, and a common love of country music. Shelton called Bonsall a friend and a mentor and talked of him with tremendous respect. Shelton remarked in a social media post, “I’m heartbroken to hear of my friend Joe Bonsall’s passing. I’ve NEVER seen Joe when he wasn’t smiling and completely full of life.”

Joe Bonsall’s Legacy

A vital member of the Oak Ridge Boys, a band that has been a pillar of country and gospel music for decades, Joe Bonsall’s strong voice and energetic presence defined the sound of the band. Bonsall made enormous musical contributions; his death will be lamented strongly by both fans and his country music contemporaries.

Although Bonsall battled ALS, he did it with the same grace and bravery he applied to his work. Often called Lou Gehrig’s disease, ALS is a crippling disorder that damages nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord; therefore, compromising muscular control.

Blake Shelton’s Heartfelt Tribute 

Shelton used social media following Bonsall’s death to honor his friend and pay him tribute. Shelton noted, “He absolutely loved singing like no one I ever met. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and his Oak Ridge Boys brothers. We all lost a special person today.”

Fans and other musicians responded with a flood of support for Shelton’s tribute. Many of them related their own Bonsall memories, stressing how much he benefited those around him in life and the world of country music. Few people in the music industry seem to have been as loved as the incomparable Joe Bonsall.

The Importance of Understanding ALS

Bonsall’s ALS battle highlights a condition many people still know little about. Affecting nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord, ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease. Muscle weakness, loss of motor skills, and paralysis are common symptoms that only get worse as the disease progresses. The ALS Association puts out great effort to help people afflicted with ALS and to finance research for a cure. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for ALS, nor is there very much in the way of treatment.

Shelton’s grief over the loss of his friend has also highlighted the need for more awareness and help for ALS sufferers. We urge friends of both Blake Shelton and The Oak Ridge Boys’ Joe Bonsall to learn more about ALS research and support ALS groups to help people who are still battling the illness.

Christine Brown Speaks Out On Divorce From Kody

Photo credits: Christine Brown/Instagram and Kody Brown/Instagram

A few years ago, Christine Brown split from her husband of 25 years Kody Brown. She recently made a post on Instagram looking back at her past, and sought to inspire others to make the same change she did.

Christine Brown Said Kody ‘Only Wanted Me To Be Positive’ And ‘Be Fun’

For those unfamiliar, the couple were the stars of “Sister Wives”, along with Kody’s other wives Robyn, Meri, and Janelle. The show documented the lives of the polygamist family and has been running for 18 seasons on TLC, and has been among the most popular shows on the network.

But after reported marital troubles developed in their relationship, Christine made the difficult decision to leave Kody in 2021. However, she wasn’t the only first wife to leave. Since she left, Janelle has ended her relationship with Kody in 2022, and Meri followed suit in 2023. That leaves only Kody and Robyn together.

When Christine spoke about her split from Kody, she said that he “only wanted me to be positive” and “be fun,” so she ultimately felt like she couldn’t be herself around him at times. 

Christine Brown’s New Husband and ‘Fairytale’ Wedding

After leaving Kody, Christine decided she no longer wanted to be in a polygamist relationship, and instead wanted “a guy who actually loves me and wants to be with me intimately.”

She eventually met David Woolley on a dating app, and the pair hit it off quickly. After dating for a while, the two married in October 2023. When talking about the wedding, Christine has said it was “a fairytale” and “a dream come true.”

It seems the pair is having a wonderful time together, as Christine shared the following comments soon after the wedding:

“”We travel so much and try so many new things. And we have so many more kids now, so that’s always fun too.”

She also said:

“We’re having so much fun. It’s the best time ever… I had no idea it felt like this or would feel like this. It really is a dream come true.”

Christine Said, ‘… Change Is Scary. But We Can Do Scary Things’

It seems after years of not being able to be her true self, she’s finally able to let her personality shine and enjoy her time with her partner. In early July 2024, she took to Instagram and posted a reel that included both pictures of her looking unhappy in the past, along with her smiling and looking joyful in the present.

The caption looked to inspire other people as it said: 

“Over the last few years, many people have reached out to me, looking for the courage to make a change. Let this be the day that you step out into the uncomfortable, unfamiliar or even the scary. Change is scary. But we can do scary things.”

Many of the comments praised her journey through difficult times, and even thanked her for inspiring them to take similar steps in their life that she has in hers.

While Christine certainly had some difficult times in the past, it seems she’s incredibly happy with her new life and marriage.

Sarah Michelle Gellar Speaks Out On Shannen Doherty’s Passing

Photo credit: Sarah Michelle Gellar/Instagram

Best known for her starring role in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”, Sarah Michelle Gellar posted a touching tribute to her lifelong friend Shannen Doherty after Doherty recently passed away from cancer.

Shannen Doherty’s Cancer Journey 

Shannen Doherty was an actress in both film and TV for around 40 years, dating back to before she was a teenager. She was best known for her roles in “Little House on the Prairie”, “Charmed”, and “Beverly Hills, 90210”.

Unfortunately, in 2015, Doherty was diagnosed with breast cancer. Due to her claiming that her employer failed to make insurance payments on time, her coverage lapsed around this period, which led to her cancer not being diagnosed until it had already begun to spread to her lymph nodes.

After having surgery to remove some of the cancerous tissue, as well as going through radiotherapy and chemotherapy, Doherty announced that her cancer was in remission in 2017.

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However, in 2020, Doherty said that the cancer had come back about a year prior, and advanced to stage four, which is the most severe form of cancer and means that the cancer cells have spread throughout the body, far from where they originated.

Sarah Michelle Gellar’s Heartfelt, Emotional Tribute To Shannen 

Over the next few years, she continued to receive treatment, but the cancer continued to spread to different parts of her body, eventually becoming terminal, and she sadly passed away on July 13th 2024. Soon after her passing, Sarah Michelle Gellar posted a heartfelt tribute to her friend on Instagram.

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For those unfamiliar, the pair had been close friends for around 30 years, dating back to the 1990s as both were stars of Warner Bros. shows. Since then, their friendship blossomed into a very close one that spanned multiple decades.

The post on Instagram has a collection of photos of Doherty and Gellar together over the years, with some being very recent and others dating back decades. In the caption, she struggled to find the words to sum up 30 years of friendship and says that she has to remind herself that the only reason the loss hurts so much is because of how much love there was between the two.

She also makes note of Doherty’s love for animals in the caption, and urged fans to support their favorite animal charities, either through donating funds, stopping by a local shelter to spend time with the animals there, or even tagging them in the comments so others can check them out.

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During her life, Doherty spent a lot of time fighting for animal rights and used her fame and platform as an actress to try and get laws passed that would protect animals. She also had a German Shepherd named Bowie that she absolutely adored.

Many people also offered their support and kind words in the comments, and the Instagram post from Gellar currently has more than 10,000 comments from fans, supporters, and fellow actors/actresses alike giving well wishes to her, offering their sympathy, and showing love to Doherty.

Amy Duggar Exposes Jim Bob

Photo credits: Amy Rachelle King/TikTok and The Duggar Family/Instagram

Amy King (nee Duggar) took to TikTok to tell the world that she doesn’t want her uncle, Jim Bob Duggar to see her child any longer. The Duggar family rose to prominence as the subjects of the TV show “19 Kids and Counting”, which ran from 2008 to 2015 on TLC.

It followed the life of Jim Bob Duggar, his wife Michelle, and their 19 children. The oldest child, Josh, was born in 1988, and then youngest, Josie, was born in 2009. However, the show came to an abrupt end in 2015, when the news broke that the oldest son Josh had molested multiple girls (including a few of his siblings) when he was a young teenager.

It was a major news story and led not only to the cancellation of the show, but also led to Josh being among the most hated individuals on the internet.

Jim Bob Duggar Knew About Josh’s Shocking, Disturbing Actions

However, a spin-off called “Counting On” ended up airing near the end of 2015, and featured the entire family, except for Josh. But a few years later in 2021, this show was also cancelled when Josh Duggar was arrested on child pornography offenses. He ended up being given a prison sentence of over 12 years and over $50,000 in fines.

His father Jim Bob testified during the trial and said that Josh had come to him and his wife back in 2002 to let them know of his actions, but he didn’t remember the exact wording his son used.  He claimed Josh said that he touched the girls on their chests as they slept, but they didn’t wake up.

Amy King Duggar Said ‘You Don’t Recall Your Daughters’ Abuse?’

After Jim Bob kept this to himself all these years, his niece Amy said that she would keep her son away from her uncle and was no longer comfortable with him seeing them. For those unfamiliar, Amy is the daughter of Deanna Duggar, who is Jim Bob’s sister. 

In the TikTok video, Amy said: 

“If you’re not going to protect those beautiful daughters from a predator that was living inside of your home and you knew about it, and you’re gonna sweep it under the rug and your mentality is kinda just to brush it off and to hide it and to lie, not only do I not respect you anymore, but I also don’t want to give you a right to get to know my child. Because I will protect my child at all costs.””

She also added: 

“Forget all the other stuff, just focus on the fact that the abuse was hidden,” King continued. “And then [Jim Bob] was put on the stand and then he said, ‘Oh, judge I don’t recall.’ You don’t recall your daughters’ abuse? You don’t recall that?”

Amy posted the video less than a week after the release of “Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets” on Amazon Prime Video. This documentary series goes through the family and its concerning ties to a radical religious organization called the Institute in Basic Life Principles.

The Game Gets Lap Dance from Rick Ross’s Baby Mama Tia

Photo credits: The Game/Instagram and Tia Kemp/Instagram

Rick Ross’s Baby Mama, Tia Kemp, recently launched a podcast called Aunt-Tea. It appears that she wanted the show to start out with some controversy as she began giving a lap dance to The Game in the middle of the first episode. 

The Aunt-Tea Podcast

The Aunt-Tea podcast debuted on July 7th, and it is already making some big waves. The hour-long show premiered on The Zeus Network and is hosted by Tia alongside Karlissa Saffold and Tokyo Toni. 

Some may know Tia as the baby mama of one of Rick Ross’s five children. However, she has also been at the center of several major hip-hop beefs. Many theorize that she put herself in the middle of those to get the attention that she now needs for her podcast. 

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Taking a closer look at the other hosts, Tokyo Toni is Blac Chyna’s mom. Blac Chyna is a well-known rapper who gained media attention for being Nicki Minaj’s stunt double. She eventually went on to star in several reality TV shows. Meanwhile, Karlissa is Blueface’s mother. Blueface is a West Coast rapper who works for Cash Money Records, though he is incarcerated for a probation violation stemming from attempted murder charges. 

The Game Admitted That He Likes Tia’s ‘Attitude And Charisma’ 

On the podcast’s first episode, which lasted nearly an hour, the hosts discussed a range of topics and interviewed The Game. After being asked how much he would pay to give Tia a lap dance, The Game responded that he didn’t have to pay. He followed that up by saying she would do the same. 

The question prompted Tia to walk over to The Game and start giving him a lap dance in the middle of the show. 

The Game then asked Tia – while she was on top of him – if she knew why she was so attractive. He then admitted how much he liked her “attitude and charisma.” Tia followed that up by saying she “keeps it real” and “ain’t sugarcoating nothing.”

In reality, it wasn’t that graphic as she sat in his lap for a few seconds and bounced around. However, it may have sent a pretty powerful message to Rick Ross. 

Karlissa Said, ‘Your Baby Daddy Gonna Respond Now’

Karlissa sits next to The Game on a sofa during the entire segment, and she clearly gets a kick out of the bit. Karlissa even says “your baby daddy gonna respond now.” She is clearly alluding to rapper Rick Ross who The Game has been throwing shade at lately. 

The Game released a diss track in May titled Freeway’s Revenge that targeted Rick Ross. He also had a longstanding beef with Rozay, which has escalated. However, Rick Ross has mostly ignored The Game’s callouts. 

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Now we just have to wait and see whether Rick Ross will, in fact, respond to The Game, now that he has made advances towards his baby mama. However, it appears that Rick Ross and Tia have been through for quite some time, so who knows if he will even care. 

Insider Reveals How King Charles And Camilla Are Doing

Photo credit: The Royal Family/Instagram

With all of the mystery surrounding Prince William and his wife Kate’s cancer diagnosis, King Charles has largely stayed out of the news cycles. The king is notably dealing with his diagnosis of prostate cancer last year. That is leaving many wondering how the king and his wife are doing and what their relationships with William and Harry look like.

Media Frenzy For The Royal Family

From the Harry and Meghan wedding to the death of the Queen, there has been a lot of news coverage on the royals over the last few years. Unfortunately, much of that coverage has been rather tragic, and it appears that the royal family can’t catch a break. 

Harry has notably had a rocky relationship with his family since marrying Meghan. The couple’s move to America and dropping of their royal titles angered many in the family. However, they did manage to patch things up for Queen Elizabeth’s funeral. 

Unfortunately, things proceeded to worsen for the family as King Charles was diagnosed with prostate cancer, which was disclosed in February 2024. William’s wife, Kate Middleton, also went through an abdominal surgery in January. 

After a few months, followers of the royal family noticed Kate wasn’t around. Eventually, they announced that Kate had also been diagnosed with cancer. The good news is that both Kate and King Charles have good prognoses and recent updates from the family indicate that the two are doing well. 

Why Doesn’t Queen Camilla Spend Time With Prince Harry’s Children? 

Beyond the string of problems afflicting the royal family, King Charles’s wife Camilla has made several odd statements lately, raising eyebrows about her condition. 

Most notably, she spoke several times about her grandchildren, including how she spends time with all of them. The only problem is that she appears to be leaving out Harry’s children. 

Keep in mind that Camilla has two children and five grandchildren from her previous marriage. In some cases, she is confusing her biological grandchildren with the grandchildren of King Charles. There are also some rumors that Camilla is trying to keep King Charles away from his grandchildren, specifically Harry and Meghan’s children. 

Is Camilla Encouraging King Charles To Stay Away From Harry And His Children?

King Charles has reportedly discussed visiting his son Harry and his grandchildren in the United States. However, nothing is official and that is unlikely in the near future given the King’s cancer treatments. Some speculate that Camilla is the one encouraging King Charles to stay away from Harry.

It is possible that Harry is to blame for his poor relationship with his father and brother. Their problems are definitely not one-sided, but Camilla has proven herself as a very hostile person over the years, so it would be no surprise if she kept her husband from seeing his kids and grandkids. 

It is a very sad situation that King Charles has only been able to see Harry’s children a couple of times, and that doesn’t appear to be changing anytime soon. 

Hopefully, Harry makes it a point to repair his relationship with his father and brother. On the other hand, it would be pretty funny (and sad) if a king could not see his own child and grandchildren because of an over controlling wife. 

Why Kim Kardashian Wants to Meet Gypsy Rose

Photo credits: Kim Kardashian/Instagram and Gypsy Rose Blanchard/Instagram

The queen of reality TV, Kim Kardashian, has always had a talent for keeping center stage. From her early days on “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” to her explorations in fashion, beauty, and law, Kim’s ability to grab the public’s attention is unmatched. 

Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Kim Kardashian’s Background 

But lately, Kim‘s desire to see Gypsy Rose Blanchard—the famed person whose sad tale became a hit Hulu series—has generated buzz among fans of both celebrities. Why would media mogul Kim be intrigued by someone like Gypsy? Let’s explore the several likely causes of this interesting meet-up.

Kim Kardashian has created an empire with her name and appearance, always changing herself to remain on top of the press. Kim does, however, also have to contend with keeping public interest in an always-changing media environment. 

Gypsy Rose Blanchard, on the other hand, doesn’t really have to try. Her tragic story has enthralled millions of people. Gypsy‘s story of surviving years of abuse under her mother’s care and her dubious involvement in her mother’s death has kept the public and media obsessed. It’s not difficult to understand why Kim may find Gypsy‘s ability to demand such focused and consistent attention captivating.

Is Kim Kardashian Studying From Gypsy’s Playbook?

Maybe Kim wants to study from Gypsy‘s playbook? Though horrific, Gypsy‘s narrative reflects a kind of celebrity that has kept her relevant long after the initial headlines. Ever the strategist, Kim may be trying to figure out how Gypsy stays in the public view. The curiosity of the Kardashian star could come from a search for innovative and interesting approaches to maintaining her own brand.

Meeting Gypsy might also be Kim‘s approach to grasp her competition from the public’s attention. Kim might be trying to assess the threat Gypsy presents to her own reputation by getting to know her personally. This is a calculated action that demonstrates Kim‘s will to stay at the top of the popularity scale.

However, there’s always a chance that Kim may just want to learn more about what life in prison is like. Kim has been active in prison reform endeavors for years. And Gypsy herself said that the two talked about prison reform.

Will There Be A Kim Kardashian And Gypsy Rose Collaboration? 

Another theory is that Kim sees possibilities in working with Gypsy Rose. The foundation of the Kardashian empire is smart commercial decisions and unusual alliances. Imagine the buzz around a project including Kim and Gypsy—a documentary, a series of interviews, maybe a collaborative effort in advocacy work? By merging their individual tales and fan communities, this kind of cooperation may be a gold mine of PR helping both women.

Kim’s latest efforts in criminal justice reform still give another level of opportunity. Gypsy‘s situation, rife with moral questions and legal complexity, fits the kinds of problems Kim has expressed interest in. By getting in touch with Gypsy, Kim could highlight both their stories and strengthen her position as a supporter of justice reform.

Kim Kardashian‘s reasons for being interested in meeting Gypsy Rose Blanchard are obviously complex even if their precise nature is still unknown. This conference is sure to create headlines whether it’s to investigate a possible partnership, handle a sense of competition, or research Gypsy‘s particular kind of relevance.

Fans Are Concerned About Willie Nelson

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Growing concerns about 91-year-old Willie Nelson’s health have made the headlines. The iconic singer/songwriter, who still performs, has been forced to cancel several dates on his Outlaw Music Festival Tour. The string of cancellations for Georgia, Charlotte, Raleigh and most recently, Virginia Beach on June 26th 2024, due to an unspecified illness, have left Nelson’s dedicated fans worried about his well-being.

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Why Willie Nelson Canceled Concert Dates 

There was an official statement of sorts, but it was brief and lacked details. It has only fueled speculation even though it stated, ‘We expect Willie to return to the tour shortly.’ The reassurance did little to ease concern. Thankfully, the statement was quickly updated on June 28th with good news in a social media post provided by his team. It announced Nelson had been cleared by his doctors to resume the Outlaw Tour. He is ‘back on the road again’, the post announced, and would ‘resume performing on the Outlaw Tour next week’.

It meant missing another two performances; June 29th in Wantagh, New York and June 30th in Holmdel, New Jersey, but his Mansfield, Massachusetts date, July 2nd looked set to happen.

Fan Reactions and Concerns

Naturally fans were relieved and excited, but they continued to have grave concerns. At 91, it could be too soon for the veteran music legend to resume arduous touring. It was this mixed bag of emotions that was reflected in comments made by fans on social media. One summed up their collective ongoing concern when he wrote, ‘Please let him know that his health is more important than a show’. Fans would understand if he needed ‘time away’.

This isn’t the first time Nelson’s health has been a cause for concern, although the star has remained impressively active despite his advancing years. He has faced several health challenges, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It’s a condition that inflames the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. It is quite common in the elderly and has links with long-term smoking. 

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Nelson admits he abused his lungs ‘quite a bit’ when he was younger and that he ‘has to be careful’ now that it’s a ‘little more difficult’ to breathe.

Willie Nelson’s Wife, Annie, Said ‘… I Wasn’t Sure He Was Going To Make It’

Unfortunately, both Nelson’s age and compromised lung capacity put him at greater risk during the pandemic. He ended up battling COVID-19. His wife, Annie, revealed just how serious it was, saying, ‘there were a couple of times I wasn’t sure he was going to make it’.

The fact that Nelson is ready to return to performing so fast speaks for his strength, resilience and unwavering professionalism, although it was only Nelson’s performances that were canceled. In true ‘the show must go on’ style, the Outlaw Tour carried on regardless. It included performances from several other greats, including Bob Dylan and the ‘I Can’t Let It Go’ duo, Alison Krauss and Robert Plant of supergroup Led Zeppelin, himself a sprightly 75-year-old.   

Taking his place among these performing legends was Nelson’s son Lukas, standing in for his father with his own set. To the delight of fans, the Promise of the Real lead known for his work with another great, Neil Young, performed some of his father’s best-loved classics. 

Paris Hilton Speaks Out About Provo Canyon School Nightmare 

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Paris Hilton is in the news again. This time, though, it’s for a very good reason. The celebrity socialite was at Capitol Hill to offer an account of her time spent at Provo Canyon School in Utah. As she described her harrowing ordeal as a 16-year-old placed in America’s youth residential treatment facilities, the stunningly beautiful and now highly successful entrepreneur re-captured the hearts of the nation. 

Paris Hilton’s Traumatic Experience

Although best known for her glamorous lifestyle and her stint as a big-league reality TV star, Hilton’s teen years were very different. At the time, residential rehabilitation must have seemed like a godsend to those worried about this obviously troubled teen. As it was, she described being pulled from her bed and taken to Provo Canyon. It should have changed her life for the better, instead it was a brutal two-year ordeal that left her with severe post-traumatic stress.

Although the Provo Canyon School programs promised troubled young people healing and support, Hilton’s account suggests this was far from the truth. She was there to describe her own first-hand experiences directly to Capitol Hill. It was an emotional testimony.

Ms. Hilton recounted how medication was given by force, and left in solitary confinement. She talked about the sexual abuse by staff members and how she hadn’t been allowed to speak, go where she pleased or even look out of the window. Her frank and open testimony stunned the congressional audience. Here was a woman, who as a young teen in crisis had been violently restrained, dragged around, stripped naked and confined.

A Mother’s Perspective

The moment not only shed light on Hilton’s struggles, it also shed light on the troubles of all the other adults who, as vulnerable teenagers in need of help, had been subjected to similar treatment at Provo Canyon.

43-year-old Paris has two children with husband Carter Reum; Phoenix, who is one, and 7 months old, London. She described how motherhood had deepened her perspective. The stories she heard broke her heart, she told the tear-eyed audience, her voice trembling with emotion.   

Hilton was giving her testimony as a parent, advocating for young people, those in the care system who fall between the cracks and those left vulnerable to abuse and neglect by the lack of parental oversight.  

Paris Hilton Is Determined To Make A Difference

She is determined to make a difference, declaring she will not stop until America’s youth is safe. Her words not only shook the audience, but they rallied support for changes in the troubled teen industry.

Hilton first talked about her Provo experiences on ‘This is Paris’ in 2020. Her accounts have been verified by former students, including renowned tattoo artist Kat Von D. She described her time at Provo Canyon School as the most traumatic six months of her life.

Hilton’s testimony reignited calls for reform and better oversight of youth treatment centers, as she has renewed her commitment to changing the lives of vulnerable children across America.

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