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Gypsy Rose Blanchard has spoken out following backlash over a viral TikTok video in which she referenced her role in the 2015 murder of her mother, Claudine "Dee Dee" Blanchard.

The 34-year-old, who served more than eight years in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder, faced criticism after participating in the "We Listen, We Don't Judge" trend alongside influencer Natalie Reynolds. In the video, Blanchard said, "I went to prison for eight and a half years because I... my own mom," while making an "X" gesture with her arms, before adding, "Hey, we listen and we don't judge."

The clip quickly gained traction online, amassing millions of views and prompting strong reactions from users, some of whom accused her of making light of a serious and tragic event.

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The Mayor of Rio de Janeiro, Eduardo Cavaliere, has officially banned pop star Chappell Roan from performing at the city’s major music events, including the “Todo Mundo no Rio” festival. The decision follows a viral incident at a São Paulo hotel that reportedly left an 11-year-old girl in tears.

The controversy began when professional soccer star Jorginho Frello, who currently plays for Flamengo, posted a detailed account of an interaction involving his wife, Catherine Harding, and his stepdaughter, Ada Law (the daughter of actor Jude Law). According to Jorginho, the family was having breakfast at the same hotel as Roan when Ada recognized the singer. Jorginho claimed that while the child merely looked and smiled at Roan without approaching her, a security guard, purportedly acting on behalf of the singer, confronted the family in an “extremely aggressive” manner.

 

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Miley Cyrus marked a meaningful family moment during the Hannah Montana 20th anniversary special, where she reunited onscreen with her father, Billy Ray Cyrus. The Disney+ special, which premiered on March 24, revisited the legacy of the show and the unique experience of working together as a family.

Speaking with Alex Cooper, Miley reflected on how starring alongside her dad shaped both their lives and their relationship. She noted that their family dynamic would likely be very different without the show, adding that few families experience what they did, both the highs and the challenges.

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Celine Dion is preparing for a highly anticipated return to the concert stage in Paris, marking a significant moment in her career following recent health challenges. The news comes after her powerful appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, where she delivered a moving performance of Hymne à l’amour by Edith Piaf near the Eiffel Tower. That performance alone reignited global excitement around her return, and now it appears that a full scale comeback is on the horizon.

 

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Jay-Z is opening up about his daughter's growing love for performing and it sounds like Blue Ivy Carter isn't stepping away from the spotlight anytime soon.

In an interview with GQ, the rapper reflected on watching his 14-year-old daughter take the stage alongside her mother, Beyoncé, during recent tours, describing the experience as "amazing."

 

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Country and bluegrass singer Ronnie Bowman has died at the age of 64 following a devastating motorcycle crash in Tennessee over the weekend.

The accident occurred on Saturday, leaving the acclaimed performer with critical injuries. He was rushed to Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, where he died the following day, according to reports confirmed by his family.

In an emotional statement, his wife, Garnet Imes Bowman, said she was "in complete shock and utterly devastated" by the sudden loss.

 

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Kelly Osbourne and Sid Wilson have reportedly ended their engagement just months after getting engaged, marking a difficult period for the reality star following the loss of her father, Ozzy Osbourne.

The couple, who share a three-year-old son, quietly called off their engagement around seven months after Wilson proposed backstage at Ozzy's final Black Sabbath concert in Birmingham.

According to sources, the decision was not sudden but followed ongoing challenges in their relationship. "Kelly and Sid have decided to call off their engagement," an insider said, adding that the past year has been particularly tough for Kelly as she continues to grieve her father's death.

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