Blake Shelton has reached a settlement with In Touch in his lawsuit over its cover story which labeled him a drunk who was going to rehab. According to docs filed Thursday, Blake and the magazine are asking the court to dismiss the defamation…
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Thursday, April 13, 2017
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Javi Marroquin: See His Adorable Magazine Cover with Son Lincoln!
For a good long while now, even before the divorce, Teen Mom 2 fans have been split into two camps: Team Kailyn and Team Javi.
Surprisingly, it seems like the vast majority of people — like, we don’t want to say all, but it might be all — are on Team Javi.
These people have created a “poor Javi” narrative, all about how Kailyn was never kind or warm to him, and when he was overseas, fighting for his country, Kailyn stayed at home and cheated on him and broke his heart.
And to be fair, some of those are some solid points, but even Javi will say that both he and Kailyn contributed to the ultimate destruction of their marriage.
But the point is that when it comes to Kailyn Lowry and Javi Marroquin, most people seem to take Javi’s side.
And those people will be absolutely thrilled to see his latest move.
He landed a magazine cover, y’all!
That’s Javi with little Lincoln on the cover of Posh Kids, looking dapper as dapper as can be.
In the accompanying interview, he revealed quite a bit of information about his split from Kailyn and how he handled it, as we heard yesterday.
When he returned home from his deployment, he said, he was an “angry person,” and “everything was still raw and still so new, and I was in a bad place.”
He seemed to put at least a little bit of blame for the divorce on MTV, explaining that filming “adds stress,” but “MTV doesn’t hold a gun to your head.”
Everything that happens on the show, Javi explained, “it’s what we say, and it’s what we do … I’m not going to attribute the show to the fail of my marriage.”
“I think we both made decisions and some were right, some were wrong and that is what ultimately lead to the end of our marriage.”
So while he says “I think I could have handled it a lot better than what I did,” he still has a ton of people supporting him.
He shared the magazine cover on his Instagram, and the comments were quickly flooded with sweet, positive messages from his fans.
His followers were quick to tell him how gorgeous he was, and how handsome both he and Lincoln look in the photo.
Several women asked if he was single — he just broke up with Real World star Madison Walls, so depending on how fast he moves, there’s a good chance he’s available.
The only issue people had with the cover was that they wished Javi’s former stepson, Isaac, would have been able to be in the photo as well.
And we agree, it would have been nice, but either way, looking good, Javi!
Monday, April 10, 2017
Jessa Duggar: I"ll Teach Your Daughters How to Cover Up!
It’s been nearly two years since the world learned that Josh Duggar molested five young girls and was assisted by his parents in covering up his crimes and evading prosecution.
It was an appalling situation that was made all the more shocking with each new revelation.
We eventually learned that – far from being isolated incidents – Josh’s crimes were essentially sanctioned by his parents’ beliefs and the community in which he was raised.
The Duggars belong to the Quiverfull movement, a system of inherently misogynistic religious beliefs which holds that women are put on Earth for the sole purpose of breeding.
From a young age, girls born into Quiverfull families are taught that they’re inferior to men, and it’s their responsibility to ensure that they don’t tempt men into engaging in sexual activity for any reason other than procreation.
Homeschooling curriculum materials used by the Duggars and other Quiverfull families were made public shortly after the Josh sex scandals and offered a frightening glimpse into a cult-like community.
The materials showed that parents were instructed to teach their children that sexual abuse is often the victim’s fault, as men are unable to control themselves in the presence of women who dress provocatively.
Now, despite being a victim of sexual abuse herself, Jessa Duggar is reportedly perpetuating that message by offering a girls-only course on the importance of modest attire.
Jessa is scheduled to give a speech at the Middletown Ladies Retreat in Ohio next week, and a puzzling description of the event is stirring up some serious controversy online.
According to the retreat’s website, Jessa will give an address entitled “Fashionably Modest.”
Men and girls under the age of 9 will not be permitted to attend.
Jessa’s speech will be co-sponsored by the Advanced Training Institute, the group that authored the controversial teaching manuals that went public in 2015.
Many believe that Jessa’s speech will entail more than just fashion and will delve into the “consequences” of dressing immodestly, which would explain why men and young girls are expressly banned from the event.
Interestingly, a page promoting the event on the All Events website has been removed without explanation.
There’s been speculation that Jessa has decided to quietly cancel the event in response to growing controversy.
At this point, however, the 24-year-old mother of two has offered no comment on the situation.
We’ll have further details on this developing story as more information becomes available.
Friday, February 10, 2017
Ashley Graham Lands First Vogue Cover, Receives So Much Criticism!
Ashley Graham is such a beautiful, bright light in this dumb world, isn’t she?
So her very first Vogue cover has been a long time coming
Unfortunately, instead of just a lovely cover featuring a lovely person, we got this great big mess instead.
So that’s the cover. From left to right, we have models Liu Wen, Ashley Graham, Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid, Imaan Hammam, Adwoa Aboah, and Vittoria Ceretti.
As Vogue says about the cover, “In a climate of immigration bans and building walls, the biggest names in 2017 make the case that there isn’t just one type of American girl — nor has there ever been.”
And there is a fair bit of diversity here, Adwoa’s father is from Ghana, Imaan is of Egyptian and Moroccan descent, Liu is Chinese, and Gigi’s parents, of course, are Dutch and Palestinian.
But to many people, it just isn’t diverse enough.
One person took to Twitter to complain “While they may be different ethnicities, they all have the same facial features & structure so is that even real diversity?”
Another simply asked “Where are the dark skin girls?”
But while there are definitely some weird things going on with this cover, the thing that really stood out to a lot of people is Ashley Graham’s appearance here.
Notice how she’s the only plus size model, and she’s the only one covering up her thigh?
Oh, and check out Gigi’s arm and hand there. See how long it is — unnaturally long, some might say — and how it’s just long enough to cover up Ashley’s waist?
Yeah, that’s where a lot of people are getting hung up.
Ashley shared the cover on her Instagram page, and her followers were quick to point out the issues.
“No one else has their hand on their thigh,” one person complained. “Girl you better show the world your thick thighs!“
Another said “I’m so disappointed with the obvious photoshopping of Gigi’s arm/hand and the fact tht they only made you as the plus size rep put your hand down covering the thigh. Nobody else had that pose. That’s on Vogue but it’s frustrating.”
“They are missing representing curvy,” someone told her. “You’re one person and you can see like 25% of you. You’re also the only one in all black. I saw this and was soooo disappointed. Such a missed opportunity.”
But Ashley saw all the criticism, and she wasn’t having it.
She replied to one of the comments, explaining that “I chose to pose like that.. no one told me to do anything.”
And that may be true, but even so, there’s no denying that it looks a little questionable.
Oh, and hey, Vogue, next time how about you give Ashley her very own cover? She can handle it.
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Kate Upton Deserves the Sports Illustrated Cover. This is Why.
Earlier this week, savage haters unleashed an attack on Kate Upton, citing an unnamed source calling Upton a f–king "diva" and worse.
According to the New York Post, Kate "thinks she’s better than everyone because she’s an actress" and expects to be treated accordingly.
"Kate demanded that if she did the shoot, that she absolutely must get the [Sports Illustrated] cover," the inside source told the newspaper.
"She was being a big f–king diva.”
Upton may not be an actress in the sense that Meryl Streep is an actress, or even Meghan Markle is an actress. But step off, haters.
When it comes to modeling for Sports Illustrated, Upton is clearly better than anyone else, so if she wants to be on the swimsuit issue cover?
Why are we debating this.
1. Kate Upton on Insta
Kate Upton is the sexiest woman alive, so if she wants her Sports Illustrated cover, they had best give it to her.
2. Kate Upton Blows Us a Kiss
Another fantastic GIF of Kate Upton. Here, she blows a kiss to us.
3. Kate Upton Baywatch GIF
If Kate Upton starred in Baywatch, we would watch bae. Sorry.
4. Kate Upton GIF: The Best
There’s no way, or frankly reason, to sugar coat the fact that Kate Upton’s boobs are simply out of this world.
5. HOT Kate Upton Bikini GIF
Kate Upton in a bikini, in GIF form. Amazing, amazing GIF form.
6. Kate Upton Stripping
Kate Upton strips in the hottest GIF of all time. Or one of them anyway.
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Kate Upton: Acting like a F-cking Diva Over Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover?
Kate Upton is as beautiful as it gets on the outside.
According to a bombshell new report, however, the voluptuous model is dark and conniving and kind of evil on the inside.
Allow us to explain in further, alleged detail…
On Monday, February 13, Sports Illustrated will release its annual Swimsuit Edition, likely prepared to deal with the backlash that accompanies this rollout on a yearly basis.
But while the publication is used to dealing with complaints from customers, The New York Post writes that SI was forced to deal with an unexpected internal problem while lining up sexy photos for the issue this time aroun.
And that problem centered around Upton, her large breasts and her even bigger ego.
Just like last year, the 2017 version of the Swimsuit edition is expected to feature three covers: on that stars Serena Williams, one that stars 63-year-old model Christie Brinkley and one that stars Upton.
(In 2016, the three covers depicted Ashley Graham, Hailey Clauson and Ronda Rousey in body paint and/or bikinis.)
Well… one that maybe stars Upton.
An insider tells Page Six that Upton stirred up a lot of “drama” throughout her bathing suit-based suit.
“Kate demanded that if she did the shoot, that she absolutely must get the cover,” the newspaper writes, adding of Upton:
“She also had a list of photographers and hair and makeup people she would only work with.”
Those latter demands are probably not unusual for a celebrity of Upton’s stature.
But Upton has already appeared on the Sports Illustrated cover in 2012 and 2013 and those close to this situation say he attitude and behavior have been anything but appropriate.
“She was being a big f -cking diva,” an insider claims. “She’s thinks she’s better than everyone because she’s an actress.”
Wait… she is?!?
The busty blonde did appear in The Other Woman three years ago, opposite Leslie Mann and Cameron Diaz.
But the comedy wasn’t exactly embraced by movie critics.
She has three films in post-production at the moment, including one directed by William H. Macy and another by James Franco.
In 2015, Upton – who is engaged to Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander – was the subject of a New York Post article discussing whether her “ego is ruining her career.”
One modeling industry veteran said that her “demands became ridiculous.”
We can’t wait to see how Upton responds to this uproar.
As we’ve seen in the past, Upton is unafraid to speak her mind.
The only real move that Upton ought to take here is to stage some kind of coup.
Screw Sports Illustrated, right?!?
Why not just pose for a bunch of naked photos on your own and release them on Instagram for all to see?
We see no other option for you to take, Kate. Do it. Do it. Do it RIGHT NOW.
Friday, January 27, 2017
Melania Trump on Vanity Fair Mexico Cover: Too Ironic to Bear
Hey, did you want to roll your eyes so hard they pop out of your head, rendering you incapable of ever seeing Donald Trump and his croonies and their awful, scary faces every again?
If so, then our brand new first lady has you covered.
Melania Trump has been a bit of a wild card lately: is she just as terrible as her terrible husband? Or do we need to free Melania, as the Twitter hashtag insists?
It’s hard to say. But you know what’s not hard to say?
Melania’s latest move is just plain absurd.
Somehow, someway, this woman found herself on the cover of the February issue of Vanity Fair. But not just any Vanity Fair — Vanity Fair Mexico.
This is her cover, and just in case you were confused, yes, she is eating a bowl of diamonds with a fork and spoon.
It doesn’t make sense at all, but what makes even less sense is why she’s on the cover in the first place.
Did the magazine somehow miss Trump’s feelings about Mexico? Because he’s made them pretty clear.
Coincidentally, this cover has been released just a couple of days after Trump signed an executive order pertaining to the construction of that infernal wall all along the Mexican border.
And if all that wasn’t ridiculous enough, if you take a peek at that cover, they’re actually calling her “the new Jackie Kennedy.”
As if.
It should come as a surprise to absolutely one that a lot of people are upset about this cover which, as many people are pointing out on social media, came out at an awkward time.
As one Twitter user phrased it, “The wife of a man that calls Mexicans ‘rapists’ is on the cover of Vanity Fair Mexico.”
Another wrote “We demand Vanity Fair Mexico not to distribute their magazine with Melania Trump on the cover; it’s a mockery and humiliation for Mexico.”
Others suggested that Melania appearing in this magazine — seriously, it’s entirely too bizarre — might be a “cry for help.”
Whatever the reason may be behind this decision, it was clearly a terrible one for all involved.
Unfortunately, we’re probably going to see nothing but terrible decisions for the foreseeable future. This is, after all, Trump’s America.
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Cher Sued for Stealing Font on Album Cover
A graphic designer is suing Cher claiming she jacked his famous typeface and slapped it all over her 2013 album, “Closer to the Truth.” Moshik Nadev says he created the font, which he calls Paris Logo, back in 2011 … which earned him praise on a…
Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Blac Chyna vs. Kim Kardashian: Nude Cover Clash!
Blac Chyna made like Kim Kardashian this week.
No, she didn’t stick her world famous booty in the air and balance a champagne flute on its sizable cheeks.
But she did take all of her clothes off and pose naked for Paper Magazine.
Kim, of course, did this very same thing toward the end of 2014, prompting an obvious question: Whose naked spread is more alluring?
VOTE NOW:
And the Winner is?
Blac Chyna and Kim Kardashian have BOTH posed naked for Paper. Which of these magazine covers would you rather keep under your mattress for when you’re alone? View Poll »
Paper Magazine has turned itself into a household name by featuring an endless array of famous women in states of undress.
Or, really, just one state of undress.
Which is to say: they are entirely undressed.
Earlier this year, Paris Hilton tried to get back into the mainstream news by gracing the publication’s cover.
So let’s cast another vote, shall we?
These are two women sort of named after famous places in the world. Inside which would you prefer to spend more time?
And the Winner is?
Blac Chyna or Paris Hilton? If you could only choose one Paper Magazine cover, which would it be? View Poll »
Meanwhile, Miley Cyrus mixed things up with her Paper Magazine cover.
She also got naked, but she did so alongside one of her pet pigs.
No, really!
Feast your eyes below on Miley’s Paper photo, compare it to one of Chyna in her birthday suit and click away:
Would you rather hide Chyna’s issue under your mattress for when you are alone or Miley’s issue?
And the Winner is?
Both are naked, but only one is holding a pig. Whose Paper cover do you like best, Blac Chyna or Miley Cyrus? View Poll »
Finally, Kylie Jenner did NOT bare it all for Paper.
But she did bare a whole lot, including a unique wig that made her look nearly unrecognizable.
So while we’re on this topic and while we’re comparing Blac Chyna with other Paper Magazine subjects, it’s only fair to include Kylie.
What do you think of her hair color here? Of her seductive attire?
Do you wish she had also posed with a pig? Should that just be a rule for all Paper Magazine covers going forward?
Compare. Contrast. Decide.
And vote one more time below:
And the Winner is?
Blac Chyna went naked for Paper, while Kylie Jenner wigged out. Whose photo do you like best? View Poll »
Thursday, August 11, 2016
Kendall Jenner Lands Vogue Cover, Screams: I F-CKING DID IT!
Please excuse Kendall Jenner for a moment.
She has something to say.
And this is basically it:
OH MY GOD, YOU GUYS! THIS IS THE GREATEST THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME! EEEEK!
We exaggerate. But only slightly.
The 20-year old model covers her first-ever issue of Vogue this month, and it’s safe to say that she’s rather excited about the distinction.
(It’s also safe to say we can practically see her breasts in the photo above.)
“In a room with a bunch of people I love, looking at this cover made me cry,” Jenner wrote on Instagram yesterday.
She sent the message from Turks and Caicos, where she was celebrating Kylie Jenner’s 19th birthday with Bella Hadid and Hailey Baldwin
“I FUCKING DID IT. SEPTEMBER VOGUE. this is the coolest thing ever! can’t thank you enough Anna, for giving me the honor,” Jenner added.
She’s referring there to Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour, who is notoriously picky over who gets featured on the front of her publication.
Back in March of 2014, Kim Kardashian expressed a similar sentiment when she and Kanye West were featured in Vogue.
They struck a number of memorable poses along with daughter North West.
Remember this spread of the famous couple?
In Kendall’s case, there are 13 more images of her inside this September issue, as she dons clothing by Alexander Wang, John Galliano, The Row, Prada and Hood by Air, to name just a few designers.
But it’s not all about fashion.
Kendall turns pretty serious at one point in the interview when the topic of Caitlyn Jenner is raised.
She tries to explain why she had some problems with her dad’s transition.
“We had ATVs and go-carts, and I grew up riding them all the time, which is why I’m a good driver,” she says, seemingly at random.
“It’s super ironic to think about now, but it’s something I can thank my dad for: how much of a tomboy I was.”
In other words: Caitlyn Jenner was responsible for making her daughter more manly, for lack of a better term.
And now she’s gone ahead and become a woman. Weird, Kendall explains.
“That’s why I think the whole thing – her transition – was really hard for me, because I was like, ‘But you taught me everything, tomboy!"”
Although the Keeping Up with the Kardashians actress struggled with the change initially, she tells Vogue that a lot has changed since the big reveal last spring.
“It has gotten easier. I knew it was going to have its rough phase, but it’s all super normal now. It’s not weird at all.”
Kendall’s Vogue cover hits national newsstands on August 23.
This is how she wraps up her thoughts on her transgender dad:
“Sometimes I look at a picture of my dad when she was a guy, and it makes me a little sad – I get emotional.
“You have to get past it – you’ve got a new person to love. It’s kind of a blessing in disguise – if that’s not the wrong way to say it.”
We get what she means.
And we have nothing to make fun of her for in this instance.
We can only imagine how challenging this has been for the entire Jenner family to deal with in many ways.
Friday, July 15, 2016
Taylor Swift: Pissed About Kim Kardashian Forbes Cover?!
It’s been a difficult few days for Taylor Swift.
Don’t get us wrong, she’s still one of the most successful people on the planet, but her reputation has taken quite a few hits over the course of a single week.
Taylor’s increasingly ugly breakup with Calvin Harris dominated the tabloid headlines, but her many feuds also earned their share of attention.
Obviously, the most famous of those feuds has seen Swift butting heads with fellow singer Katy Perry, but that’s not the only front on which Taylor is fighting a war with one of the world’s most famous women.
While Perry did revel in some of the criticism being slung at Taylor on Twitter, it looks as though it was her other rival who really had the last laugh.
As you may have heard, Kim Kardashian covered Forbes magazine this week and the finance mag praised the often-controversial reality star for her incredible brand-building ability and remarkable business savvy.
According to some outlets, Taylor is not pleased, as it marks the second year in a row that one of her foes covered the magazine’s “celebrity earners” issue.
Last year, it was Katy Perry, now – despite Taylor having the best years of her career back-to-back – it’s Kim.
Not surprisingly, the singer is reportedly not happy:
According to Radar Online, Taylor is furious that Kim landed the honor, and she thought she would be the cover girl herself as recently as a few weeks ago.
“What Kim wants, Kim gets,” says one insider.
“Taylor was expecting this cover, and she wanted it BAD, but the editors knew that they needed something better than Taylor.”
Obviously, “something better than Taylor” doesn’t really exist in the celebrity world, so take that quote with a grain of salt.
But speaking of salt, we’re guessing that regardless of whether she coveted the cover herself, we’re guessing Kim’s proud week didn’t feel great in Taylor’s wounds.
Friday, July 1, 2016
Demi Lovato: Topless on New Single Cover!
Demi Lovato thought she’d be dead by now.
Thank heaven and earth that she is not.
This is the cover for her new single, “Body Say.”
What would your body say if you saw this?
We don’t even need to answer that question, because it’s obvious: Demi is basically the definition of sexy these days if you ask us.
Why? Because if nothing else, Lovato is authentic.
Hot, for damn sure, and moderately talented, yes. But you always know that Demi she speaks from the heart, and that sets her apart.
Demi has been open and honest about her struggles with cutting, self-esteem, eating disorders, substance abuse and so on down the line.
By being so imperfect, she is practically perfect.
What other celebrity can publicly lament what is wrong with the world today in such a way that shines a beacon of light upon it simultaneously?
Even when she does annoying things like quitting and returning to Twitter within 24 hours, you can chalk it up to her being a real human.
She’s her own person, trolls/haters be damned.
Typically, topless photos are ideal if the topless subject faces the camera, showing off their face and potentially other attributes as well.
Again, though. We’ll forgive her. She’s human.
Monday, June 27, 2016
Khloe Kardashian Glamour Cover: Is This Racist?!?
Khloe Kardashian has a history of Photoshop Fails.
Remember the time she clearly doctored a gym selfie in February of this year?
Now, however, Khloe and the editors of Glamour Mexico have stepped into potentially scandalous territory with their latest alleged editing job.
The Keeping Up with the Kardashians actress graces the cover of this publication, posing in purple lipstick and a purple dress.
She looks gorgeous. There can be no debate over that.
But there is ongoing debate over Kardashian’s complexion in this spread. Namely: has her skin been darkened?!?
Is it possible that she’s been made to look more Mexican, due to the demographics of those who purchase this version of Glamour?
The folks at FishWrapper started this rumor and it has now taken on a life of its own via social media.
Kardashian, however, is remaining above the fray so far.
She did not address any sort of skin darkening chatter in her caption on Instagram.
“So excited to be @glamourmexico cover girl!! Out on stands next week!” she wrote along with the second picture featured above, adding:
“Thanks to my team @monicarosestyle @jenatkinhair @joycebonelli for always making me smile and have fun when we are technically working.
“My queens of PR @misscarrieg @shaaak! I adore the both of you! I love my team of beautiful souls!!”
What do you think of Khloe’s cover? Of her ensemble? Of this editing rumor?
Are you buying it? Selling it? Hating on the Kardashians even more than usual for it?
Weigh in with your take below and click through other controversial Khloe Kardashian photos as you do:
Friday, June 17, 2016
Kim Kardashian GQ Cover: Kris Humphries Called Her WHAT???
Their divorce was kind of painful and took forever to settle, but that doesn’t mean Kris Humphries doesn’t still drool over photos of his ex-wife.
Kim Kardashian stripped down for the July cover of GQ Magazine, looking saucy AF in several different photos of the spread.
It almost qualifies as Playboy material.
Kanye West is reportedly so proud of the cover, but guess what? Humphries loves it too!
The Minnesota native reportedly told his friends that Kardashian looked “scrumptious” on the cover, according to Hollywood Life.
“Damn. Just damn. Kris is kicking himself because Kim is sexy as f**k in her GQ cover and pictures,” a source close to Humphries told the site.
“To him, she’s stacked taller and looks more scrumptious than IHOP’s double blueberry pancakes. He’s loving everything about Kim’s spread.
I’m sure Kardashian loves nothing more than to be compared to pancakes, after having worked her ass off (no pun intended) to lose 60 pounds after having son, Saint last December.
“Looking at those pics is making him day dream about being with her again.
“And even though he and Kim aren’t on the best of terms,” the source pointed out, “he’s still admiring her body – just from a distance.”
That is…so special.
Not to be outdone by the man who lasted 72 days, West sees Kardashian’s cover as perhaps her best yet.
“Kanye is in absolute awe of Kim’s GQ cover. He told her it’s her sexiest look so far and wants the photo blown up and framed on the wall,” a separate source told the site.
“He loves the simplicity of the black trench coat partially draping her and thinks the cover is a masterpiece, a work of art.”
Would you rather be a piece of art or a stack of pancakes? Food for thought on this Friday morning.
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Paris Jackson Uses Tattoos to Cover Self-Harm Scars, Offers Message of Hope on Instagram
Back in April, Paris Jackson got a tattoo to pay tribute to her late, legendary father.
The 18-year-old followed that up with more ink, and today she revealed why she’s been so eager to complete her sleeves:
As you may recall, it wasn’t that long ago that Jackson struggled with severe depression in the wake of her father’s death.
Paris attempted suicide in 2013, and she recently revealed that she engaged in self-harm practices such as cutting for several years.
Now, Paris is speaking for the first time about how her painful past inspired her current fondness for tattoos.
In a lengthy caption for the above Instagram photo, the 18-year-old revealed that while she likes the look of her ink, her decision to go under the needle was inspired by more than simple aesthetics:
“Today I can look at my inner forearms and see art that has meaning for me, I don’t see a dark past anymore,” Paris wrote.
“My scars and past of self-hatred have been covered by loving marks, creativity, ingenuity.. and depth. Sure I will always carry my past with me, but I see ink as a way of changing for the better, always improving.
“They represent strength for me. I look back at my old self and then i look in the mirror, and i see a fighter looking back at me. I’ll always keep fighting, and encouraging others to stay strong.
“We all go through hell every now and then but it makes us the warriors of love we were meant to be. so to anyone struggling, it gets better. You’re not alone.”
Inspiring stuff from an 18-year-old who’s been through an awful lot.
Scars from early struggles may never disappear, but it’s nice to hear that Paris has figured out a way to write her own story right over them.
We’re sure Michael would be proud that she’s followed in his footsteps by using art as a means of coping with the memories of a painful childhood.
Prince William Makes History As First Royal To Cover Gay Magazine
It"s an incredibly powerful statement to make, and one that could not have come at a better time.
Today, Attitude magazine revealed Prince William as their July cover star, a huge step towards promoting acceptance and support of LGBTQ"s global community.
On May 12th, the Duke of Cambridge invited a few staff members from the gay publication, as well as members of LGBTQ, to Kensington Palace, where the group discussed bullying based on sexual orientation and its mental health consequences.
William is the first royal to be on the cover of a gay magazine, something everyone in the world sorely needed to see after the mass shooting in Orlando on June 12th.
A day before the cover was unveiled, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge signed a book of condolence at the U.S. Embassy in London.
There, they chatted with members of LGBTQ group Gliffa, and William revealed that he was doing something special with Attitude (neither Kensington Palace nor Attitude would comment on the project at the time).
When the May 12th meeting wrapped, the Duke released the following statement:
“No one should be bullied for their sexuality or any other reason and no one should have to put up with the kind of hate that these young people have endured in their lives.
“The young gay, lesbian and transgender individuals I met through Attitude are truly brave to speak out and to give hope to people who are going through terrible bullying right now. Their sense of strength and optimism should give us all encouragement to stand up to bullying wherever we see it.
“What I would say to any young person reading this who’s being bullied for their sexuality: don’t put up with it – speak to a trusted adult, a friend, a teacher, Childline, Diana Award or some other service and get the help you need.
“You should be proud of the person you are and you have nothing to be ashamed of.”
Watch the video for behind-the-scenes footage at Kensington Palace.
Thursday, June 2, 2016
Caitlyn Jenner Celebrates Anniversary of Iconic Vanity Fair Cover
Caitlyn Jenner officially became Caitlyn Jenner one year ago this week.
Yes, the reality star sat down with Diane Sawyer for an ABC interview on April 24, announcing at the time that she was living life as a woman.
But it was on June 1, 2015 when the former Olympian and step-father to Kim Kardashian and company made the announcement that truly changed her life forever.
It took place on the cover of Vanity Fair and it was comprised of a mere three words:
Call me Caitlyn.
The cover photo was snapped by Annie Leibovitz and it marked the public’s first-ever look at Jenner in a woman’s outfit.
On Wednesday evening, Jenner acknowledged the important occasion via an Instagram video, one she captioned with the following words:
“Can’t believe it’s been one year since the @vanityfair cover. So happy, best year of my life #happyfirstbirthday#callmecait #learningtolive.”
And what a year it has been for Caitlyn Jenner, huh?
Since coming out as a woman, she has received an award for courage at the 2015 ESPYs.
She has also…
… Anchored her own E! reality show, I Am Cait.
… Broke President Barack Obama’s record for being the fastest to gain one million followers on Twitter, accomplishing the feat in four hours.
… Been named the runner-up for Time’s Person of the Year.
Say what you want about the way in which Caitlyn has handled her transition, but there’s no debate that she’s helped move the transgender discussion forward.
Jenner, meanwhile, will mark the 40th anniversary of her winning a gold medal in the decathlon at the 1976 Olympics in Montreal this summer.
On Wednesday, Sports Illustrated announced that it will commemorate the occasion with a cover story in the magazine, which will be available on newsstands June 8.
There’s also a film on the way, Jenner: 40 Years After Gold, which will air on the Sports Illustrated website.
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Zendaya Appears to Be Masturbating on This Magazine Cover
Zendaya Coleman is no stranger to controversy.
Over the past several months, the 19-year old has called out a magazine for editing her photos… and also called out Giuliana Rancic for criticizing her appearance at the Academy Awards.
But this is a new and different scandal for the young actress.
Zendaya covers the summer issue of Magazine, posing for the publication in a dress with her head tilted back.
Her left hand is covering a breast and her right hand is in between her legs … and that’s where the contrivers comes in.
It sure does look like Zendaya is pleasuring herself, doesnt it? We’re not sure how else to interpret this photo.
And we aren’t alone in this assessment.
“Did y’all purposely pick a cover that looks like a little girl touching herself?” wrote one Instagram user, adding very simply: “Sick!!!”
Wrote another critic: “@zendaya Shame on you.”
Made aware of the comments, the actress/singer/model – who often speaks out about cultural pride, female empowerment and Internet trolling – took to her own social media account and acknowledged the criticism.
She understands where it’s coming from.
“I see what y’all saying by the hand placement lmao,” she wrote in response. “But that was not intentional you little pervs.”
We find that hard to believe.
But we also wonder: is a double standard at play here?
Nobody gave Justin Bieber a hard time for grabbing his penis recently? They just considered it a sexy pose by the singer.
So even if is Zendaya intentionally making an X-rated, why should she receive flak when a male celebrity simply received props?
Monday, May 16, 2016
Request for Meteorologist to Cover Up Sparks #Sweatergate
Being a meteorologist in Los Angeles can be a pretty boring job.
On a nearly daily basis, you"re just telling people that it"s gonna be, like, 75 degrees and sunny.
But reporter Liberte Chan now finds herself in the news for a reason other than this city’s desirable climate.
The weather woman for KTLA, Chan was doing her job on Saturday while wearing a sequined Aidan Mattox black dress when she was interrupted by anchor Chris Burrous.
He handed his colleague a gray cardigan and asked her to put it on because “we’re getting emails," he joked.
But very few people who have watched the following video or learned of this story are laughing.
"You want me to put this on," Chan asked while slipping into the sweater. "Why? Because it"s cold?"
No, Burrous might as well have responded, because of sexism.
"I look like a librarian now," Chan said while continuing to give her report.
It didn’t take long for Twitter to blow up with users who believe Chan had been publicly embarrassed and body-shamed.
One astute viewer even shared a screen capture of a 2012 forecast on the same network in which two models stood around in lingerie for some reason.
Here it is:
Burrous quickly apologized on Twitter, explaining that he offered up the sweater "in jest but I see how it seemed. I am sorry."
Yes, it seemed as if you could not handle the sight of a woman"s bare shoulders, dude.
KTLA did not issue no comment, but Chan addressed the awkward moment with fans on Facebook Live on Sunday, May 15, admitting, "It became this big thing" and adding:
"I really wasn"t offended. People are kind of spinning it and saying that it was sexist … I thought it was kind of funny. I think we just played into the viewers saying, you know, you should cover up, so he brought me over a sweater.
"But not offended, I don"t think it was sexist, but that"s just my opinion."
Watch the exchange below and form your own opinion:
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