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There was just something so unseeemly and undignified about how she treated Grace Randolph in that interview. How she was aware of her power and standing in the industry and decided to pile on an independent movie YouTuber and allowed her followers to attack and ridicule her soured my image of her. Grace has always shown love to actresses who earn her respect and for Jessica to just viciously ridicule Grace on a global scale was revealing of her true character. To quote Katy, Finding it ironic to parade the pit women against other women argument about as one unmeasurably capitalizes on the take down of a woman...

Christina Aguilera and Mariah Carey started out as huge fans of Madonna when they were still starting out in the music industry. But when they became big stars themselves, they suddenly started shading Madonna at every opportunity, with some of their remarks implying that she was already past her prime and that they only admired the younger Madonna. Fast forward to today, Madonna is still one of the most culturally relevant pop stars, while the idea of being "past your prime" clearly means something very different in pop culture now. It makes you wonder why artists like Mariah and Xtina chose to be so dismissive of Madonna when they themselves could eventually face the same kind of criticism. At the end of the day, was it really necessary to shade the very artist who helped define the path they were following? Unlike Cher...

Pedro Pascal has been trending on X lately after taking part in the viral "Nicole Kidman" TikTok challenge during the Chanel fashion show alongside his girlfriends Kristen Wiig, Dua Lipa, and Nicole Kidman herself. The foursome were seen recording the viral challenge, with Pedro taking on the "my **** are sitting tight" line from the song. Fans and netizens were quick to notice how effortlessly Pedro embraces his feminine side, showing that he isn't afraid to have fun and step outside the usual Hollywood leading-man image. His playful moment also highlights his love for pop culture and his willingness to let loose and enjoy himself with the girls. The clip quickly became a talking point online, with many fans praising Pedro for simply having fun and being unapologetically himself.

One of the past few days, I suddenly found myself missing Saweetie. She was one of the fixtures of pop culture before, known for her talent, star power, intellect & humour, kindness to fans, and the way she always seemed authentic and humble. Unlike other half-Filipino celebrities like Vanessa Hudgens and Shay Mitchell, Saweetie was proud of her heritage and has always shown love for the Philippines. She has worked with legends like Gwen Stefani and Doja Cat, yet she still had that girl-next-door vibe, like someone who could easily be your best friend. I believe we all saw somewhat of Whitney Houston inside her because she had that same kind of authenticity and humility despite being incredibly talented. There was something special about seeing Saweetie succeed while still feeling relatable and grounded. I miss when Saweetie was a higher force in the music industry and when her presence felt bigger everywhere. Maybe it's just nostalgia, but I really miss the version of pop culture where artists like her felt more present and connected to their fans. Do you miss her too?

Taylor Swift has directed several acclaimed actresses in her music videos over the past decade, giving some major performers the chance to take on memorable roles within her visual storytelling. From dramatic performances to more understated and character-driven work, there's been quite a range in what these actresses have brought to her videos. Among the actresses she has directed, which one do you think delivered the most impressive acting performance? And the nominees are... Dakota Johnson in Patient Zero Sadie Sink in All Too Well: The Short Film and Laura Dern in Bejeweled

Cameron Diaz's performance in the 2013 film The Counselor, particularly the ending scene where she delivers that absolutely wild tour-de-force monologue, has recently gone viral on X, with netizens turning the scene into a reaction video and rediscovering just how unhinged and magnetic she is in it. A lot of people seem to be gagged over her cuntiness in the scene, from the look to the attitude to the sheer confidence of her delivery, while also praising Diaz for fearlessly taking on Cormac McCarthy's notoriously dense and unconventional dialogue. It's also such a departure from the kind of roles audiences were used to seeing her in at the time. She was essentially playing against type and completely committing to this dark, seductive, morally rotten character. It got me wondering: now that the performance is being rediscovered and appreciated all these years later, do you think Cameron Diaz's work in The Counselor was genuinely overlooked when the film came out? And, looking at the performance on its own rather than the film's overall reception, do you think she deserved an Oscar nomination for it? Be truthful.

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Jessica Lange to win Oscar after what she's been through… and she's still acting!!!

Jessica Lange has suddenly emerged as an unexpected contender in the Best Actress race following the surprise showing of her long-gestating drama Long Day's Journey Into Night. The film's arrival has immediately reignited interest in Lange's performance, with Film Twitter already clamoring for the veteran actress to take home her third Oscar. Her late-breaking momentum could shake up a race that had appeared to be settling around early favorites Inde Navarette and Julia Moore.

Phoebe Bridgers has received critical acclaim for her acting debut in Primetime following the film's premiere at the Venice Film Festival. Critics have praised Bridgers' performance as one of the film's highlights, marking a strong arrival to the big screen for the acclaimed singer-songwriter. The film also puts Bridgers in contention for Best Original Song, with a track played over the closing credits confirmed to have been written by the musician. Her dual recognition as both an actress and songwriter could make Primetime a notable awards-season vehicle for Bridgers.

Let Love Lead the Way and Oxygen are their best songs... I said what I said

Saint Miley glad she entrusted approximately 650 million dollar to the Dolly Foundation

This week marks 24 years since the infamous elbow incident at the VMAs involving Avril Lavigne and Kelly Clarkson. "I got elbowed in the face by someone I was giving an award to at the VMAs on August 29," Kelly said, not directly mentioning Avril's name. As viewers may recall, Avril, then 17, aggressively brushed her body against Kelly's as the reality TV vet, then 20, handed her the award for Best New Artist. Whether or not Avril meant it (watch the video below and make your own judgment), Kelly said she was upset about their interaction because she had looked up to the Canadian-born singer as an artist. "I think what I was bummed about is I'm a fan of hers," Kelly admitted. "I loved her music." Some blame Avril for being too real and living her punk rock persona, while the other side of the aisle say that Kelly was exaggerating as Avril's hair was stuck in the award and Kelly uses the incident during promos.

Scarlett Johansson has talked about her magnesium routine in multiple interviews, describing both her magnesium sleep habit and a magnesium foot soak she works into her at-home pedicures. The "SpongeBob SquarePants: The Movie" voiceover actress takes magnesium in supplement form at night, and she also uses a magnesium foot soak during her pedicures. She previously used a magnesium spray. "I used to use a [magnesium] spray that you put on the bottom of your feet, but it dries your skin out," the two-time Teen Choice Awards winner told Air Mail. For her at-home pedicures, Johansson told W Magazine she soaks her feet with a magnesium foot soak, then does a salt scrub, cleans and files her toes and cuticles, moisturizes and paints them. "I take magnesium. I know that everybody is taking magnesium now. It's so helpful, it really makes a huge difference, especially in my digestion and my recovery, it's awesome," she told Byrdie. She also told Air Mail, "I've been taking magnesium, which I think helps me sleep more soundly." Her wider sleep setup includes a white-noise machine, closed blinds and a cold, dark room.

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