Once again making news is Alana Thompson, also known as Honey Boo Boo, the adorable pageant queen who won America’s heart on “Toddlers & Tiaras” and “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo.” This time, it’s for her amazing weight loss journey rather than her hilarious one-liners or crazy family antics.
The now-teenaged Alana Thompson has had a remarkable metamorphosis that has astounded both admirers and detractors. Let’s go into more of Honey Boo Boo‘s motivational weight loss journey and her gorgeous face reveal.
Honey Boo Boo’s Weight Loss Journey
Alana was used to the limelight from her early years as a beauty pageant contestant and as a reality TV celebrity as she got older. But Alana felt it was time for a shift when she became a teenager. No longer a child star, she started down a path of a healthier lifestyle, and the outcomes are pretty impressive.
Alana didn’t have an easy road to change. Sources say she battled with her weight for years, coming under public and media scrutiny. Her family‘s encouragement and focused attitude helped her to start a weight-loss quest that would transform her life.
Alana wanted to change her lifestyle, not only lose weight. She began by undergoing weight loss surgery. The star has said in the past that losing weight was very difficult for her as she lacked motivation.
Alana underwent a suture sculpt endoscopic sleeve. The pricey surgery (which can cost over $14,000) has been proven to help patients get to a healthy weight. The surgery works by reducing the size of one’s gastric reservoir, and it is usually only recommended for obese patients.
Everyone had been eager for Alana to reveal her new look. And while she allegedly isn’t at her goal weight yet, it’s very clear that she has lost quite a bit of weight. The once chubby-cheeked young actress now had a healthier, thinner body, and her confidence is very much evident.
Alana Thompson Is a Role Model For Teens Dealing With Weight Problems
Alana allegedly had the procedure done a few years ago. This type of weight loss surgery usually takes some time to take effect.
Along with motivating her followers, Alana’s makeover has established her as a role model for young teens dealing with weight problems. Her experience is proof that positive thinking, support, and endurance have great power when it comes to taking control of one’s health. Alana’s story serves as a reminder that anybody can accomplish their goals with diligence.
Though Alana has come a long way in her weight loss quest, she is aware that leading a healthy lifestyle is a lifetime commitment. She has not revealed what her diet currently looks like, but we can imagine she eats more vegetables and fruit and not as much “go-go juice” as she once enjoyed. Good job, Alana!
Photo Credits: Riley Keough/Instagram and Priscilla Presley/Instagram
One family feud is coming to an end. Priscilla Presley and Riley Keough are reportedly tired of all the fighting. It’s time to bring the fight for Graceland to an end.
The feud started in January 2023, after the shocking and untimely death of Lisa Marie Presley. Lisa Marie cut off her mom in favor of her granddaughter when it came to Graceland, the home and burial place of her father Elvis. Priscilla was distraught and quickly took steps to challenge the will.
The Battle for Graceland
Keough knew her family history. She understood the strenuous relationship between Lisa Marie and Priscilla.
Still, wanted to honor her late mother’s wishes via the will set out. That meant fighting for Graceland.
In Touch reports that Priscilla wants to be buried next to her late ex-husband at Graceland. Because of this, she wants to put an end to the feud, and she is begging her granddaughter to be allowed her own final wishes. The 79-year-old would like to be at Graceland in her final days to be able to be buried there.
The legal battle for Graceland was eventually settled out of court in May 2023, and a judge signed off on the agreement in November of the same year. Keough gave her grandmother $1 million in return for relinquishing claims to Lisa Marie’s estate.
Priscilla also got $1.4 million for the family trust control and $400,000 to cover legal fees. Priscilla felt like this wasn’t enough considering the way she grew Graceland into the tourist attraction that it became.
There were other legal issues for Keough to deal with. A fraudulent company attempted to claim Graceland, leading to it almost being put up for auction. That didn’t happen in the end thanks to Keough’s fight for it.
Sources say that the Daisy Jones and The Six star intends to move to the estate and run it.
The Presley Feud Comes to an End
It was due to the way Elvis’s granddaughter stood up to the fraudulent company and won that Priscilla decided it was time to bring the bitter feud to an end. She was so impressed that she realized her granddaughter was more than capable of running the show.
In May 2024, Priscilla invited Keough to her Beverly Hills birthday party. Keough’s twin half-sisters, Finley and Harper Lockwood were also invited, making it clear that there is an aim to bury the hatchet across the table.
People Magaizine shared photos of Keough attending the 2023 Emmy Awards with her grandmother, showing that the family feud had come to an end earlier than that. The 34-year-old was up for an Emmy for Outstanding Actress in a Limited Series.
All Priscilla now wants is to be able to be buried at Graceland with Elvis and Lisa Marie. That is the place where Elvis and Priscilla spent their happiest years together. It is a beautiful location with wonderful memories.
The best way to ensure her wishes will be to work with Keough instead of against her.
In the whirlwind world of celebrity gossip, where secrets are harder to keep than a Hollywood smile, Kalani from 90 Day Fiancé just dropped a bombshell that left everyone stunned. While the paparazzi were busy chasing shadows and speculating about who’s dating whom, Kalani managed to pull off the ultimate secret. She had a baby, and no one saw it coming!
It was a picture-perfect reveal on June 4th when Kalani and Dallas Nuez, made their baby debut on Instagram. The shot, straight from the hospital, showed their precious little girl swaddled in lavender, her tiny face beaming like she knew she was the talk of the town already. The caption was simple yet loaded with emotion: “Meet our daughter.”
Fans and fellow 90 Day Fiancé stars alike flooded the comments section, echoing surprise and showering the new parents with congratulations.
The twist is hardly anyone even knew Kalani was pregnant! The rumor mill churned last summer with whispers of a baby bump, but Kalani shut them down like a pro, insisting there were no bundles of joy on the way.
Turns out she was playing her cards close to her chest. Come September 2023, a new addition arrived.
The Baby Wasn’t the Only Surprise
Now, let’s talk about the man of the hour, Dallas Nuez. His debut wasn’t just about fatherhood; it was his big reveal too.
Up until that hospital room snapshot, Kalani had kept his face under wraps. Some say it was strategic—keeping their love story out of the limelight until they were ready to share their complete joy with the world.
But of course, not everyone’s thrilled about this new chapter in Kalani’s life. Critics are already pointing fingers, citing her rocky history with her ex-husband Asuelu Pulaa.
Their marriage was a rollercoaster from the start, filled with trust issues, multiple betrayals, and extreme cases of infidelity. Despite two kids, they eventually called it quits, leaving fans skeptical when Kalani moved on with Dallas. Many believe Kalani moved on too fast before the old wound healed.
Speaking of old wounds, Asuelu and Kalani’s co-parenting relationship remains a topic of hot debate. They may have split, but their recent friendly encounter at their son Oliver’s birthday party raised eyebrows—and glasses. Some think their rapport is too cozy for comfort, sparking doubts about Dallas’ long-term commitment.
Happily Ever After or Gossip Collum Headline?
Then, there are those who say Kalani and Dallas are just rebounding off each other. Critics claim their connection lacks true love, branding it a fling born out of convenience rather than passion. Others argue that Kalani deserves a fresh start, especially after enduring her ex’s repeated infidelities.
Despite the drama, Kalani and Dallas seem determined to make it work. Their love story began in autumn 2022, evolving from a casual “hall pass” rendezvous into something more. Now, with a baby in the mix, they’re navigating the choppy waters of fame, family, and unforeseen obstacles.
Whether their tale ends with a happily-ever-after or becomes another headline in the gossip columns remains to be seen. For now, Kalani’s surprise baby announcement has rocked the celebrity world, proving once again that in the game of fame, some secrets are worth keeping—until they’re not.
Photo credits: Brad Pitt Official/Instagram and Shiloh Jolie Pitt/Instagram
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have been going through a divorce and custody battle for nearly 8 years now. This has been tough on the entire family, including their daughter Shiloh, who was caught in the middle of their dispute.
Recently, Shiloh made it clear she was siding with her mother, as she legally filed to remove “Pitt” from her hyphenated last name. According to reports, Pitt is upset and devastated by the news, though he knows he can’t force her to do anything and can only hope the relationship gets better over time.
Why Angelina Jolie Filed For Divorce
Pitt and Jolie first met while filming the movie Mr. & Mrs. Smith in 2003, and began to fall in love on the set. The pair were often seen together by the paparazzi over the following years, but only went public with their relationship for the first time in early 2006, when Jolie announced she was pregnant with Pitt’s child.
After many years together, the couple ultimately married in 2014. However, only two short years after being married, Jolie officially filed for divorce on September 19th 2016, citing irreconcilable differences. There were also allegations of abuse carried out by Pitt on an airplane ride in September 2016, but Pitt has denied these. This event on the plane reportedly occurred only a few days before Jolie filed for divorce.
However, the divorce process has dragged on for multiple years as the two continue to fight for custody of their children. In addition to this process being difficult for the couple, it’s also been especially challenging for their 18-year old daughter Shiloh. She had to grow up throughout this back and forth battle, as she was only around 10 years old when Jolie filed for divorce.
Recently, Shiloh made it clear whose side she was on when she filed to legally change her name from Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, to Shiloh Jolie. This is something she’s reportedly wanted to do for years, and actually filed on May 27th, 2024, which was her 18th birthday. She even paid for and hired her very own lawyer to help file the name change according to reports.
Brad Pitt’s Child Blasted Pitt As Being a Terrible Person
However, Shiloh’s not the only one of their children to pick a side, as several other children are estranged from Pitt or don’t spend much time with him.
This includes 22-year old Maddox, who has no intention of seeing Pitt again according to reports, and 19-year old Zahara, who publicly introduces herself as Zahara Jolie and doesn’t keep in contact with Pitt. Also, 20-year old Pax has publically blasted Pitt as being a terrible person on a private Instagram account.
Pitt is reportedly hurt and upset by Shiloh’s recent choice and is pained by the distance between him and his children over the years, and wants to regain their trust. While the final outcome of the divorce is still up in the air, it seems as if Shiloh and the other children have picked their side, and Pitt doesn’t seem particularly happy about it.
Photo Credits: Jelly Roll/Instagram and Bunnie XO/Instagram
Jelly Roll and his stunning wife Bunnie XO have just dropped some news that’s set to rock their fans’ world. The couple decided it was time to add a new member to their family, and they’ve got quite the journey ahead of them!
Jelly Roll, the dynamic rapper known for his soulful tracks and powerful lyrics, revealed this exciting update during his appearance on the Bussin with the Boys podcast. The star, who’s been making waves, not just with his music but also with his remarkable health transformation, shared that he has lost over 60 pounds.
He’s been intentional with his health, adopting a new lifestyle because he wants to watch his kids grow up. “My wife and I are talking about having a baby, and it really made me realize that at almost 40, I was like, it means I got to live to at least 60. I got to see this kid into college,” he said, brimming with determination.
The revelation didn’t stop there. Jelly Roll dropped another surprise – he and Bunnie XO are in the midst of the IVF process! The couple, who have always been open with their fans, decided to share this intimate journey with the world.
Bunnie and Jelly Roll Are Excited to Begin Their IVF Journey
Bunnie took to her Instagram, posting a clip from the podcast with the caption, “Papabear dropped a surprise on this pod today.” The excitement is palpable!
Bunnie, showing her unwavering support for her 39-year-old partner, also shared, “We had planned on doing this privately, but decided our IVF journey needed to be shared because we’ve always been so open.” This candidness has endeared them even more to their fans, who are now on the edge of their seats, waiting for more updates.
In a heartwarming joint Instagram post, the couple shared a “before” photo of Jelly Roll, dressed in a black hoodie, cap, and shorts, with the words “I dropped those” emblazoned across the image, proudly referring to the 60 pounds he shed. They captioned it with, “God Willing- Baby DeFord 2026 @bussinwtb,” hinting at their hope to welcome their new baby by 2026, provided the IVF process goes smoothly.
At 44, Bunnie acknowledges that the road ahead may be tough, but she’s ready for the challenge. “The odds may be seemingly against us, and the IVF journey isn’t a walk in the park, but the journey has begun,” she stated with a mix of realism and hope.
For those not in the know, IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) is a procedure where eggs are extracted from a woman’s ovaries, fertilized with sperm in a lab, and then implanted into the woman’s uterus to achieve pregnancy. It’s a beacon of hope for many couples facing fertility issues.
Jelly Roll and Bunnie Already Have a Busy Household
The “Need A Favor” singer and his wife have already built a beautiful blended family. Jelly Roll has two kids from previous relationships – his 16-year-old daughter Bailee Ann and his almost 8-year-old son Noah Buddy. Bunnie has stepped up as an incredible stepmom, creating strong, loving bonds with both kids.
The couple have full custody of Bailee following her biological mother’s struggles with addiction, though Bailee and her mom are now working on rebuilding their relationship.
Fans have praised Bunnie for her loving relationship with Jelly Roll’s son Noah, often seen sharing playful moments and making TikTok videos together.
Jelly Roll himself is always in awe of his wife’s nurturing qualities. On one memorable Mother’s Day, he took to Instagram to gush about her, writing, “It takes a special kind of woman to raise a kid that isn’t her child and still treat the child as if she was.”
As the journey unfolds, fans everywhere are rooting for Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO, eagerly awaiting every update. Will their dream of expanding their family come true? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure – this power couple is ready to take on the challenge, and we’re all here for the ride!
Justin Timberlake’s world seems to be crashing down in 2024. It’s getting way worse for him now than his bad-boy drama with Britney Spears decades ago. If a poorly-selling concert tour and allegations of marriage problems with Jessica Biel aren’t enough of a downfall, The New York Post just dropped a Justin bombshell in a breaking news report on June 18th.
43-year-old Justin was in the Hamptons on June 17th, when the Post reported that he got “pulled over in Sag Harbor.” Justin has allegedly “been arrested for driving while intoxicated,” according to what a “law enforcement source told ABC News.”
TMZ also claimed to have exclusive details on June 18th, and their law enforcement sources provided more inside knowledge. TMZ’s sources revealed that Justin was seen partying on Monday night, June 17th, at the American Hotel, an establishment in Sag Harbor dating back to 1846 and billed as an “East-End fixture” in the Hamptons.
The TMZ report claimed that Justin got behind the wheel when he left the American Hotel and allegedly blew through a stop sign “almost immediately after” he began driving. TMZ wrote, “Cops saw that,” and they started a chase.
Shockingly, TMZ claimed, “We’re told Justin began swerving” behind the wheel, so “cops pulled him over.” Then, their sources told them what law enforcement did and what Justin allegedly refused to do.
TMZ’s sources confirmed that the police officers who pulled Justin over “performed a field sobriety test.” Sources didn’t reveal how Justin did with the test, but the officers allegedly asked Justin “to take a breathalyzer test.” Shockingly, Justin “refused.”
Justin’s Fans Have Retired Him
But Justin wasn’t alone. According to TMZ’s sources, “several of Justin’s friends came on scene.” These friends allegedly “tried to convince cops” to let Justin off easy.
If you figured that Justin got off the hook because he’s a celebrity, you’d be mistaken. TMZ confirmed that the police officers who stopped Justin “refused” to cut him a break.
Can you picture Justin getting “handcuffed and arrested?” That’s what went down on June 17th.
TMZ shockingly revealed that Justin’s DWI arrest and resulting humiliation were all captured on a police officer’s body cam. TMZ originally wrote that “a rep for the Sag Harbor Police Department” confirmed that Justin was taken into custody at the SHPD headquarters, but local law enforcement refused to “disclose more information.” According to other sources, Justin met his friends at the American Hotel for dinner, left “around 12:30 AM,” and was “pulled over almost immediately.”
The Post reported that Justin’s court date has been set for July 26th. They also confirmed that Justin “has been on his Forget Tomorrow World Tour since April.” He has concert dates scheduled for Madison Square Garden on June 18th and 19th.
But the Post didn’t mention that Justin’s tour has been described as a “flop.” NewsNation dropped that bombshell in May, claiming in an article by Paula Froelich that his fans had “retired” Justin after his new album and 2024 tour flopped.
Paula wrote that Justin “teased” an *NSYNC reunion at the VMAs because he wanted “to get press for his first album in six years.” Justin debuted that album, “Everything I Thought It Was,” on March 15th, but the results are worse than anyone thought.
Justin Has Been Canceling Shows
While Justin’s new album debuted in the 19th spot on the Billboard Hot 100, Paula reported that it “dropped off the Billboard Hot 200 completely after just four weeks.” She also confirmed that Justin’s tour “is far from selling out,” and Paula did her homework. She included a Ticketmaster link in the article that showed tickets “in all sections” of every venue were still available almost everywhere Justin’s tour is supposedly taking him.
Justin has also canceled tour stops, like the June concert he was supposed to play in Columbia, South Carolina. Paula wrote, “While no reason was given, insiders point to slow ticket sales.”
Paula also asked for a music expert’s opinion and wrote that she’d reached “famed music journalist” Touré ofTheGrio. Touré didn’t hold back. According to him, this is the real truth.
He told Paula that Justin had waited too long to release a new album. His advancing age didn’t help the situation. Touré said, “A six-year break from your mid-thirties to your early forties is a really long time” for any artist.
Touré also believes that many of Justin’s fans “have aged out of caring about him.” He referred to an “old saying” that goes, “You don’t retire. The audience retires you.”
Jessica Was Bashed for Marrying a Cheater
Whether Justin is ready for retirement, his wife has proven that she’s ready to spill the tea on their relationship.
US Weekly reported on May 17th that Jessica dropped her own bombshell during an appearance on The View. Shockingly, Jessica confessed that her marriage to Justin is a “work in progress,” and she claimed, “We’re constantly trying.” But is Jessica actually trying to hide the fact that her marriage is failing?
Page Six reported that Jessica had to take the heat for Justin in October 2023 after Britney’s shocking allegations about Justin went public in her memoir, “The Woman in Me.” The Page Six headline claimed that Britney’s fans had flooded Jessica’s Instagram “after Justin Timberlake turns off comments.” Jessica got “bashed” for marrying an “alleged ‘cheater.’”
US Weekly reported that Jessica appeared on The View on May 16th. That’s when Jessica revealed that her and Justin’s “busy work schedules” made it a challenge to try and “find the balance” or “find the time” for their marriage. However, one thing was missing in this US Weekly article.
The article sounded like Justin is crazy busy and successful with his new album and tour. It said he was “currently globetrotting following the release of his new album,” and his tour was “making stops everywhere from Los Angeles to Amsterdam to London.” Justin’s reality seems to be much different.
Justin and Jessica’s Marriage Has Had Some Ups and Downs
Jessica said on The View that she was “already exhausted” about Justin’s world tour, and he’d only done “four shows.” She also confessed that she didn’t know how Justin was “gonna do it” or how “we’re gonna do it,” but Jessica claimed, “We’re gonna get through it. Somehow, someway.”
US Weekly reported that Justin and Jessica have had “their ups and downs,” but they’ve “continued to take steps forward in recent years.” Allegedly, Jessica and Justin have relied on “couples counseling.” A source told US Weekly that their family had a “great bonding experience” living in Montana during the global pandemic.
Another US Weekly report published on May 1st claimed that Jessica called Justin’s world tour “a family affair.” Jessica posted some “rare family photos” on Instagram at the end of April. One picture shows her sons, 9-year-old Silas and 3-year-old Phineas, wearing “merch” from Justin’s world tour.
She also posted a “backstage” photo with Justin.] US Weekly reported that the photo showed Jessica and Justin gazing at each other as “they embraced backstage.”
Jessica Is Nervous About How the Tour Will Affect Their Relationship
A source with inside knowledge spilled the tea to US Weekly about how Jessica feels about Justin going on tour. Shockingly, the source alleged that Jessica didn’t think it would be “smooth sailing.”
On one hand, this US Weekly source claimed that Jessica and Justin are “thriving as a couple.” However, she was still “nervous” about how his tour might “affect their dynamic.” The source even alleged that it was understandable for Jessica to feel that way.
Then, US Weekly got into Justin’s “problematic past.” Justin’s previous marriage problems include his “2019 incident,” when he was caught snuggling up to a former costar, 34-year-old Alisha Wainwright. The US Weekly source claimed that Jessica remains “a bit worried,” and another source had additional details.
According to US Weekly, their “second insider” believes that it will “be the last straw for Jessica” if Justin has “another incident” during his failing world tour. But what exactly does this source mean by an “incident?”
Perhaps US Weekly’s third alleged source knows the real truth. This third source told the outlet that Justin was planning on limiting “his alcohol intake and removing himself from any inappropriate situations” during his world tour.
Since Justin allegedly failed to limit his alcohol intake in Sag Harbor, it will be interesting to see if this is the kind of “incident” that will be the “last straw” for Jessica.
Photo credit: The Prince and Princess of Wales/Instagram
For Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales, this past year has been rather eventful. And not in a very positive way. Admiration and interest have surrounded Kate Middleton as people have wondered how she keeps her composure and grace throughout it all in the wake of her cancer diagnosis. An insider from In Touch Weekly recently revealed how Kate is truly doing, and the details are both touching and incredibly empathetic.
Kate Middleton has had a number of difficulties within the last 12 months. The source says the Duchess has been negotiating a time of great scrutiny and emotional upheaval. She has suffered much from the demands of royal life as well as from being a mother to three young children and public expectations. Kate has been remarkably strong and resilient in spite of these difficulties in the wake of being diagnosed with an unspecified cancer.
Princess of Wales Puts Family First
According to the source, Kate has been concentrating on her family and personal health for most of the last year, living in relative solitude. She needed this “hiding,” as some have dubbed it, as a time to refuel and regain equilibrium in the middle of mayhem.
Kate‘s world has always revolved around family. Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, the insider said, have been her main sources of happiness and consolation. Kate has given herself entirely to providing kids with a secure and loving home, frequently putting their needs ahead of her own.
Although there have been their share of highs and lows, Kate and her husband William, Prince of Wales, are still steadfast in their love for their family and one another. William has been Kate’s constant supporter, the insider underlined, giving her the love and security she needs.
Insider Reveals ‘… Kate Is In the Fight of Her Life’
That being said, Kate has no intention of disappearing completely. In the wake of the announcement that she may not be able to resume her royal duties for another year, she is still engaging in some royal duties.
“No one expected her to completely disappear for so long,” the insider said. “Now, with the news that she may not resume her royal duties until 2025, everyone is fearing the worst. The truth is, Kate is in the fight of her life.”
According to the insider, Kate will continue to do her job and care for her children out of the limelight.
“She’s still recovering, and her doctors haven’t given her the green light to get back to work full time yet,” said the insider. “Going through chemotherapy has been particularly rough on her. Kate was already skinny to begin with, so she’s very frail and afraid she won’t be able to give her all to an official engagement right now.”
Kate Middleton’s Future
Given the insider’s disclosures, Kate Middleton has obviously overcome major obstacles with elegance and tenacity over the year. It is quite inspirational how Kate can find comfort in her loved ones and herself.
With more purpose and energy, we imagine that Kate will recover and resume her spot in the limelight in the UK. She is prepared, the insider assures us, to assume her royal responsibilities with the same commitment and grace that have always characterized her.
Audrey Roloff is facing heat again for her parenting decisions. The latest comes just after the birth of her daughter Mirabella.
The Little People, Big World star is no stranger to heat when it comes to online fans. Audrey Roloff has shared photos of her children over the years, especially when it comes to sharing photos on her social media channels.
Fans Criticize Audrey Roloff for Her Dangerous Parenting
According to TV Shows Ace, Little People, Big World fans have shared their anger at Audrey’s lack of privacy for her children. Mirabella, aka Mira May, is not the first of the children she has shared online. Over the years, she has publicly posted photos and Instagram stories of Ember, 6, Bode, 4, and Radley, 2.
Each time, fans have shared how dangerous her decision to post her children on social media is. There are predators everywhere online, and posting photos of children without their implicit consent is unfair and puts them at risk, especially as a celebrity mother.
However, TV Shows Ace also suggests that some people view her as feeling superior in her parenting skills, and many are just waiting for her to make a mistake. This has happened in the past when fans spotted two-year-old Radley holding a sparkler at a Fourth of July event, and the time Radley wore a teething necklace that looked too tight for his neck. It looks like they got that chance with the latest photo of Mirabella too.
The latest post was on Roloff’s Instagram stories. She shared a photo of newborn Mirabella in a pink body carrier. Mirabella was fast asleep, unaware of the photo being taken. Fans quickly took to online platforms to share their disappointment in the decision, although not just due to a lack of privacy. Some fans looked at the positioning of Mirabella in the carrier and believed it to be dangerous with the way Mirabella’s head sat.
Fans Speak Out About Audrey Roloff’s Dangerous Baby’s Position
One fan took to Reddit to share the elements that are so dangerous for carrying Mirabella. It’s important for the head and neck to be upright at all times at that age. This commenter also noted that the legs and bottom should be in the “M” position, as wrapping the legs around the mother’s waist opens up the chances of hip dysplasia and other health risks.
Other critics of the Little People, Big World star also noted the problems with the position. They used their personal experiences to discuss the topic.
One Reddit user talked about her friend’s baby slept like this and then needed CPR due to being accidentally smothered by his mom. Fortunately, the baby was okay, but it was traumatizing for the mom.
Others pointed out that when snuggle wraps are improperly worn, there is a high risk of suffocation and SIDS. One user pointed out that the camera angle may make the positioning look worse than it likely is in real life, but it is important to ensure that babies are placed in carriers safely and properly. This is a good teaching moment for many who may not understand the risks, even if Roloff is doing nothing wrong.
There were some comments in the star’s corner. One made it known that as a postpartum doula, they were happy with the positioning of the baby in the carrier.
Photo Credits: Williamson County Fire/Rescue/Instagram
Last Sunday, Carrie Underwood’s Tennessee house caught fire while the whole family was inside. Reports first emerged about the serious incident a matter of hours later.
The New York Post reported that the Williamson County Fire Rescue team took to social media to confirm that they had arrived at the scene at 9:40 pm on Sunday night. They described what they saw as a “fully involved fire” that was soon updated to a “structure fire.” It was then put out using a 10,000-gallon water tank that was already on the premises.
Heavy reported that crews from all eight of Williamson County’s fire stations responded to the call. Because of where Carrie and her family stay, the fire trucks faced a long journey to arrive at the American Idol winner’s home.
The property is located in the remote Pinewood community of Leiper’s Fork, about 45 miles south of Nashville. While having lately become a hotspot for celebrities, the secluded nature of the area presented a challenge for the firefighters.
Trucks had to travel up a long road before reaching the long driveway that led to the burning house. A spokesperson for the fire department said, “Crews worked for several hours to extinguish the fire extension into the roofline.”
The spokesperson, Dinah Wade, added, “Crews from Franklin Fire provided a ladder truck and engine crew to assist with the operation. Fairview Fire also provided a tanker and crew for support.”
The Cause of the Fire Is Under Investigation
The firefighters stayed around Carrie’s home for a long time after putting out the flames. This was because the fire had entered the walls of the house and continued to flare up in hot spots.
The cause of the blaze is still being investigated. Although nothing has been confirmed, the fire department’s spokesperson suggested it started when an off-road UTV parked near the garage caught fire.
The flames then spread from the vehicle to the garage, and then to the house, where it was reported that Carrie’s whole family was at the time. Along with the singer herself, her husband Mike Fisher, and their two sons were inside, along with their three pets.
A rep talked to the Post and confirmed that, thankfully, no one was injured in the mysterious incident. The rep said, “There was a fire on the property on Sunday night, which was quickly contained.” They continued, “There was no fire damage to the primary residence, and the family and their pets were unharmed.”
Last Sunday was Father’s Day, but the Post reported that it was unclear if the fire had interrupted Carrie’s family’s celebrations. The Blown Away singer has been married to Mike, a former NHL player, since 2010.
Carrie has not yet said anything in person or online about the shocking events at her house last weekend. Although we know through her rep that no one was hurt, the family was obviously pretty shaken up. Dinah Wade shared that “one of the pets would not leave the homeowner’s side.”
The Fire Came Out of Nowhere
It was no wonder Carrie’s family were in shock about what they had experienced, with the blaze seeming to come out of nowhere.
Just hours before, everything at their house had appeared so peaceful. Earlier the same day, Carrie had posted a photo to her Instagram Story of her smiling beside her two sheep, Gray and Gary. In the caption of the sweet image, she wrote, “Sheep selfie with Gary and Gray.”
Just days previously, the singer was seen looking sensational for the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala in New York City. The 41-year-old stunned onlookers at the New York Marriott Marquis Hotel as she bounced back from a recent embarrassing experience.
Earlier this month, Carrie fell on stage following a performance in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. TMZ obtained footage of the moment when Carrie, walking off stage after her headline set, fell as she made her way down the steps at the back of the stage. Several fans were heard in the footage voicing their concern as they watched Carrie tumble.
She later took to Instagram to talk about her performance and even make a joke about her trip. She wrote, “Well, last night sure was fun! And though the ending was quite unexpected, it made for a night we’ll never forget! Thanks for being awesome, #MyrtleBeach!”
The caption was posted alongside a series of pictures of the concert.
Carrie Suffered From Serious Injuries in 2017
Carrie suffered similar accidents in 2017 and 2018. One of these trips was actually pretty serious.
After falling down some stairs in her house, Carrie revealed in January 2018 that she had broken her wrist and even suffered facial lacerations requiring nearly 50 stitches. Following this accident, the singer didn’t appear in public for several months.
It wasn’t until her performance at the 2018 Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas that Carrie showed her full face again. She had previously warned fans that she might look different after her accident. But in truth, there was only minimal scarring visible as she took to the stage.
Despite this, Carrie opened up about the self-doubt she experienced and her worry that she would never look the same again. She said, “In the beginning, I feel like, you know, I didn’t know how things were going to end up. It just wasn’t pretty.”
When the fall happened, Carrie was by herself, with one of her young sons asleep upstairs. Luckily, her more recent fall at Myrtle Beach was nothing like as serious.
Carrie had no idea of the crazy incident that would follow less than a month later. After the fire in her house was put out, the family was allowed to re-enter the property. However, reports stated that there was still a smell of smoke within the building.
It’s unclear if Carrie and her family will be able to stay at the house at this moment.
The Construction of the Home Took 7 Years
Carrie and her husband bought the 400-acre property in 2011 for a whopping $3 million. However, a long construction job meant that their dream home wasn’t finished until 2018.
Before they began building, the couple shared a sneak peek of their property by taking Oprah Winfrey on a tour of their land in 2012. They also gave fans a rare glimpse into their home life during lockdown in 2020.
The celebrity couple opened up in their candid four-part docuseries called “Mike and Carrie: God and Country,” in which they shared the inner workings and secrets of their married life. They also talked on the show about how they went about resolving conflicts within their marriage.
In a recent interview with Life & Style, Carrie talked about how her stable family life kept her grounded away from the stage. She said, “Kids can definitely keep you humble because they don’t care what you do.”
After something so dramatic, it seems like Carrie’s domestic life is not always as ordinary as she thinks it is. Hopefully, Carrie’s shock at the incident in Leiper’s Fork will fizzle out just as quickly as the flames themselves.
Photo Credits: The Prince and Princess of Wales/Instagram
Kate Middleton has been through hell in 2024. Now, there are insane allegations that Meghan Markle is a diva who wanted to upstage Kate.
Kate made a brief but triumphant return in public on June 15th. A royal expert alleges that Meghan tried to steal the spotlight away from her estranged sister-in-law.
TMZ got the exclusive with the royal expert, Jonathan Sacerdoti. His online bio states that he’s a “British broadcaster and writer” who covers a “wide range of topics,” including “Israeli politics, cultural and religious subjects, and the British Royal Family.”
Meghan’s alleged Royal Family diss is serious news for Jonathan. He told TMZ that Meghan “tried to upstage” Princess Kate at this year’s Trooping of the Colours celebration.
Jonathan appeared on the June 17th edition of “TMZ Live.” He went off on “Meg” and what he called Meghan and Prince Harry’s “royally pathetic” moves.
TMZ reported that Jonathan “slammed” Meghan on TMZ Live and accused her of “trotting out new jams right around the same time” as the annual event in London honoring the King’s “official birthday.” They wrote that Meghan, the “Duchess of Sussex,” has been “called out for launching new products over the weekend as part of her new lifestyle brand.” If that doesn’t sound like proof that Meghan was dissing Kate, TMZ provided a further explanation.
Prince Harry plays polo with an Argentinian male model named Nacho Figueras, nicknamed the “David Beckham of polo.” He’s also buddies with Harry and Meghan. TMZ explained that Nacho did a “soft launch” of Meghan’s new products when he “shared a sneak peek of American Riviera Orchard’s new jam and dog biscuits” on his Instagram on Friday, June 14th.
Jonathan Is Fed Up with Meghan and Harry’s Antics
While Jonathan admitted it “might just be a coincidence,” TMZ wrote that he got “fired up” during their June 17th broadcast. Jonathan even accused Meghan of pulling “a deliberate move” to steal something away from the “Princess of Wales.” In their exclusive report, TMZ didn’t sound convinced that Meghan did anything wrong.
But when Harvey Levin and Charles Latibeaudiere of TMZ interviewed Jonathan on June 17th, Harvey admitted that the Royal Family has “definitely taken their lumps” over shocking accusations that Meghan and Harry have made over the past few years, especially during their infamous Oprah interview. After that lead-in, Jonathan got testy about the Sussexes.
He claimed that “everybody has got fed up with Meghan and Harry and their antics.” Shockingly, Jonathan even alleged that Meghan and Harry “might try and do something to steal the thunder from the Royal Family” around the time of the “King’s official birthday.” However, he didn’t provide any proof that anyone made this prediction.
Still, Jonathan is confident that Meghan tried to upstage Kate. He told Harvey and Charles, “Sure enough, there was a revelation” that Meghan announced new products from her “business.” It was suspicious that this release of “jam and dog biscuits” coincided with Kate’s return during her harrowing cancer battle.
Jonathan threw major shade at Meghan on TMZ Live. However, he didn’t sound too credible when he stumbled through the brand name of Meghan’s lifestyle business.
He incorrectly said the name “American Orchard Riviera” shows the “difference” between Meghan and the Royals. Jonathan referred to Meghan as “pathetic” and lacking “classiness.”
TMZ Questioned Jonathan’s Theory
Charles tried to poke some holes into Jonathan’s super-dramatic conspiracy theory. He told Jonathan, “If Meghan Markle actually thought that her releasing a jam would steal the spotlight away from Kate Middleton returning from a cancer battle… there’s no way she could possibly think that.”
For Charles, there’s only one possible explanation for this new Meghan scandal. He told Jonathan that it was all just a “stupid coincidence.”
While Jonathan agreed that it “could be” just a stupid coincidence, he refused to back down on his insane theory. Then Jonathan added that it “wasn’t just jam” that Meghan was hawking.
Jonathan seriously believes that Meghan was trying to steal Kate’s thunder because she promoted her new “dog biscuits.” Jonathan added, “Who cares about the jam?” Then he really lit into Meghan.
He said, “Do you really think I want the jam from this B-List actress who was once in Suits.” She “married someone,” and that’s the only reason “we know who she is.”
But Jonathan wasn’t quite finished. He ripped into Meghan’s brand, saying, “Who buys jam and dog biscuits from the same company?”
He just wanted to put the “focus” back on the “real Royals,” particularly on Kate and King Charles. As a British journalist and so-called “royal expert,” Jonathan’s opinion is pretty biased. He told Harvey and Charles that “Britain was really pleased” to see Kate at the Trooping of the Colours. “That’s the princess that everybody was looking at this weekend.”
Jonathan sounded like he was “Team Kate” and devoted to the Royal Family on TMZ Live. If you take his one-sided Meghan-bashing out of the equation, he made much more sense when defending Kate in March.
Kate Has Been Surrounded by Conspiracy Theories
The UK’s Express ran a story about the “crazy conspiracy theories” running wild about Kate. Just a few months ago, Kate suffered from negative press worldwide because of that shocking Photoshop scandal and her lack of transparency about why she’d disappeared from public life.
After Kate released a brief video confession about her absence from royal duties due to her shocking cancer battle, Jonathan spoke with Express. He criticized the “nation,” the “press and commentators online,” and also “individuals” who should have given Kate “the space not to have to worry about her reputation, or her appearance, her hair or her clothes, all of the things that people then poured over when the video was released.”
Another shocking article published by Express on March 28th claimed that Kate “trusts royal reporters more than Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.” Express alleged that “Princess Kate did not inform” Harry and Meghan about her cancer “before going public with her video message.” Shockingly, they claimed that “royal reporters were informed an hour and a half beforehand in order to prepare their coverage.”
According to Express, “The Duke and Duchess of Sussex found out at the same time as everybody else.” That’s when Harry and Meghan posted a statement online wishing Kate “health and healing” and also privacy and peace. The Sussexes talked about “peace,” but royal reporters attacked them anyway.
A guy named Richard Eden writes for The Daily Mail. He claimed “it would have been unthinkable” for Kate not to tell her brother-in-law about her health scare “a few years ago.” Richard alleges that “the Sussexes were simply not trusted enough” when they “discovered that their sister-in-law Kate had cancer at the same time as the rest of the world.”
Meghan’s Business Might Have Competition
Meghan might also have a problem with Kate’s own flesh and blood, as reported in another Express article published on March 28th, claiming “Meghan Markle set to clash with Princess Kate’s brother James Middleton over new brand.”
Express confirmed that Meghan had submitted trademark paperwork “at the US Patent and Trademark Office.” Her company logo was “written in flowery gold script above the word Montecito,” the coastal town where they live in California.
Express also reported that Meghan “is also looking to expand into skincare, stationary, and pet products… including pet food, edible pet treats, and bird seed.” Then Express mentioned James’ new business venture.
They claimed that James and Meghan would be “rivals in the pet food industry” because James had “set up his own high-end dog food business called James & Ella.” The name of James’ pet food company is a tribute to his late “therapy spaniel,” a dog named Ella who passed away in 2023. He will sell “raw and cold-pressed dog food, as well as air-dried treats.”
While they’ll both be selling things you can feed your dog, it’s a bit of a stretch to believe a UK paper that claims that Meghan and James will be fierce competitors in business anytime soon!
