Laura and Iain had already been dating for two years before she began hosting Love Island. They got married in November 2020, and Laura announced they were expecting their first child the following month. And in March 2021, the couple welcomed their daughter Stevie Rè. While Laura stepped down from Love Island, the couple continue to work together, co-hosting podcast Murder They wrote. Now, the lovebirds have an exciting new update!
Love Island’s Laura and Iain are expecting baby number two!
Laura announced the happy news on Instagram on Wednesday, February 18 with a maternity photo shoot. In the Instagram carousel, the presenter also included pictures showing how she managed to hide her growing baby bump in recent appearances. “Instagram V Reality,” the actress wrote, adding, “Spoiler: It wasn’t just a big meal mama ate. She’s been cooking away! I’d like to thank stretchy pants and travel sick bags.” In the comments, Iain wrote, “I love you.”
Iain also announced the news on his own Instagram. Sharing a picture of a baby-sized Hibernian Football Club jersey, the comedian wrote, “New Hibbie incoming … praying they don’t prefer rugby.”
Laura’s post was liked by famous former Love Island contestants including Chloe Burrows and Tasha Ghouri. In the comments, the expecting couple received congratulations from their UK celebrity friends, including Paloma Faith, Sophie Ellis Bextor, and Katie Piper. Congrats to the happy couple!
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Bethenny Frankel’shealth problems have gone from bad to worse. The former reality star revealed last month that she’d been diagnosed with stage 2 kidney disease. On Thursday, she shared some more bad news about her condition.
The Real Housewives of New York alum recently saw a doctor who she says spotted a liver nodule on her. Bethenny adds that her kidneys have incurred damage, meaning her condition is a step in the “wrong direction.”
Former Bravolebrity Bethenny Frankel continues to have health woes
Bethenny’s kidney disease has been upgraded to stage 3a. On her Instagram page, she shared the news with her fans while urging them to get tested. According to her doctor, that stage is in the middle but not quite at the point of needing medication.
The Bravolebrity says that the disease can fluctuate, while her doctor doesn’t want her to feel alarmed. She says that she is working to remain calm amid what is surely a scary situation. In addition to her advice on getting tested, Bethenny urged people to make sure their doctor knows all the medications they may be taking.
Her health updates aren’t the only thing getting her followers’ attention. Bethenny weighed in on Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show this month, wondering if that’s the right platform for political views to be expressed.
Last month, she vowed to be more proactive about doing blood tests; while claiming each time she did her kidney functions came up low. She attributes her kidney disease to a traumatic experience from years ago. She claims to have nearly died from an allergic reaction in the past. Bethenny also shared at that time how she’d contracted a facial bacterial infection in St. Barts.
Bethenny says the doctor’s biggest advice is for her to drink lots of water. She admits that makes her nervous, seeing as she often feels dehydrated.
TELL US – DO YOU THINK BETHENNY’S FRANKEL’S PAST ALLERGIES CONTRIBUTED TO HER KIDNEY DISEASE?
It looks like Season 3 of The Valley will once again treat us to a drama-filled season. Life has been changing for this group, including Nia Sanchez and her husband, Danny Booko. The couple moved, and their family expanded. Naturally, there were some growing pains.
Last season, Danny was confronted about his behavior while drinking. His co-stars repeatedly called out Dark Side Danny, his alcohol-imbibing alter ego. This caused tension amongst the group and with Nia. So, how will this all play out in Season 3 of The Valley? Thankfully, it looks like this storyline might not be front and center.
Nia and Danny have a new baby AND a new home…
Danny and Nia have been married for over a decade, and they share four children: Asher, twins Isabelle and Zariah, and Adelaide. In June 2025, Adelaide was born, giving her parents “four under four.” No wonder the duo is experiencing stress and sleep deprivation.
The couple’s bio for The Valley Season 3 reads, “Danny and Nia have their hands more than full as they try to navigate family life, social life, and a move to distant Santa Clarita. When the stress adds up, their friends notice a different side to Danny, putting Nia back on the defense to keep up their picture-perfect marriage.”
In the trailer for Season 3, Danny complained about a lack of intimacy in his marriage to Nia. Meanwhile, Nia explained how she can’t sleep and feels completely overwhelmed. “I feel very out of control, and I frickin’ hate it,” Nia confided to a cast member in a moment of vulnerability.
However, Luke Broderick was also having issues with his fiancée, Kristen Doute, in the intimacy department. “Our relationship is completely lacking intimacy,” Luke told Danny. Meanwhile, Kristen seems unbothered by Luke’s concerns. Add in complex friendship dynamics and some new relationships, and you have the ingredients for a spicy season.
Season 3 of The Valley will premiere on Wednesday, April 1, on Bravo.
TELL US – ARE NIA AND DANNY YOUR FAVORITE COUPLE IN THE VALLEY? WILL LUKE AND KRISTEN SORT OUT THEIR ISSUES?
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Paris Hilton continues to reign as a global fashion icon, recently debuting a feather “birthday suit” that has taken the internet by storm. The daring look, which exemplifies Hilton’s signature “sliving” aesthetic, even caught the attention of Brooks Nader, who reacted with an “OMG” to the reveal.
Paris Hilton’s feather ‘birthday suit’ look breaks the internet and has Brooks Nader saying ‘OMG’
Check out her look here:
Paris Hilton poses in her ‘birthday suit’ to celebrate turning 45 The blond beauty shared a racy photo shoot on Instagram to celebrate. pic.twitter.com/viw92CuDbX
Paris Hilton’s “birthday suit” is an avant-garde masterpiece centered on a near-nude illusion. She has only a feather coat covering herself. Strategic coverage is provided by the piece made of dusty pink ostrich feathers, with her perfectly placing it around the bust and hips. To enhance the glamor, she paired it with a pair of sheer gloves embellished with crystals, adding a brilliant shimmer to the monochromatic pink palette.
The heiress paired the intricate garment with sophisticated styling, wearing her blonde hair in polished Old Hollywood waves. Her makeup featured a soft, smoky eye and a nude, glossy lip, while diamond stud earrings served as the final touch. By eschewing bold necklaces, she ensured the feathered coat and crystal details remained the focal point of her unforgettable birthday style.
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The Traitors Season 4 has been an exciting watch, with viewers constantly trying to predict what will happen next. While Season 3 fell short with some fans, Season 4 has provided nonstop entertainment. Season 4 has a chaotic group of Traitors, as well as some passionate Faithfuls. What more could you ask for on The Traitors?
The most popular Traitor on Season 4 has, without a doubt, been Love Island USA star Rob Rausch. While some viewers were initially unsure of how he would do as a Traitor, he quickly became one of the best in the history of the series. However, Rob’s journey on Season 4 has become somewhat controversial as well. While some fans adore Rob, others aren’t as thrilled with him.
The Traitors Season 4 has seen Rob Rausch dominate as a Traitor
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From the minute he was chosen as a Traitor, Rob has taken the role extremely seriously. He’s played a strategic game while managing to stay under the radar all season. Early on in the game, Rob proved his strategic abilities when he flawlessly committed a murder in plain sight. He was able to discuss the murder with fellow Traitor Lisa Rinna by using a chessboard as a code, which was a smart strategy. Throughout the season, Rob has also prioritized relationships with the Faithfuls to gain their trust.
After Lisa and Candiace Dillard Bassett were banished, Rob was the only Traitor left in the game. He decided to recruit Eric Nam, which was another smart decision. Rob needed to recruit a man to keep suspicion off of him, as all of the other Traitors had been women. Furthermore, Eric was a good choice as he has had a hard time hiding his emotions. Between the two, Eric would likely get caught before Rob, which is beneficial to the latter. After recruiting Eric, Rob continued to think like a mastermind. He cleverly decided to put Tara Lipinski down as an answer for every question during a Mission, which helped to avert suspicion toward her. Every decision Rob makes is thought out and calculated, which has made him an excellent Traitor.
Rob faced backlash from Real Housewives fans for turning on Lisa Rinna and Candiace Dillard Bassett
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While Rob has impressed many viewers with his performance as a Traitor, he has infuriated some others. Real Housewives fans, in particular, are quite unhappy with Rob. When the Faithfuls began to suspect Lisa of being a Traitor, Rob didn’t hesitate to support the idea. He mainly did this to avoid suspicion on himself, as he assumed she would eventually be banished. Nonetheless, fans of Lisa and the Real Housewives weren’t happy with his decision. Rob voted for Lisa at the Round Table twice, which ultimately contributed to her banishment the second time.
The week after Lisa was banished, Rob took a similar approach with Candiace. She had a lot of heat on her as well, especially after she voted for Rob as a “throwaway vote” at the Round Table. When Rob realized that the majority of the castle would be voting to banish Candiace, he did the same. This led to Candiace being banished right after Lisa, leaving Rob as the last original Traitor standing. While some fans thought Rob handled the situation well, fans of Lisa and Candiace called out Rob for his actions.
Lisa Rinna spun a conspiracy theory about Rob Rausch and Colton Underwood
After being banished, Lisa hasn’t hesitated to express her hard feelings towards Rob. In a TikTok video after her banishment episode aired, Lisa laid her theory out for her fans. She believed that Rob and Colton Underwood had been trying to protect one another at the Round Table. Lisa was convinced that Rob had somehow told Colton that he was a Traitor, and that they had formed an alliance to keep each other safe.
Lisa thought this in part due to Colton trying to form a similar alliance with her. When Colton was convinced that Lisa was a Traitor, he promised to keep her safe at the Round Table if she kept him safe in the Turret. Nothing came of the offer, and Lisa was banished shortly after. When Alan Cumming heard of the theory, he was quick to dismiss it. He explained that Lisa was likely just overthinking, which is normal when it comes to games like The Traitors. Nonetheless, Lisa’s theory put more heat on Rob after some of her fans believed her conspiracy theory.
Patrick Mahomesis taking one for the team in 2026. The Kansas City Chiefs’ star quarterback will be earning significantly less money than he was supposed to next season. The three-time Super Bowl champion is preparing to play his 10th season in the NFL.
In 2023, the former Texas Tech quarterback agreed to a contract that would pay him $210.6 million. At the time, that was the most money paid to a player in NFL history. However, his 2026 net pay will be much less than what was originally promised to him.
Patrick Mahomes is set to lose about $35 million in 2026
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The word restructuring is a common one Patrick has heard throughout his days in the NFL. The Chiefs have done that to his salary numerous times before and will again in 2026. The two-time league MVP will see $54.45 million of his pay converted into a signing bonus for this upcoming season. Per Over the Cap, it means that his cap in 2026 will drop from $78.2 million to $34.65 million next season. Forbes previously valued Patrick’s 10-year contract with the team at $450 million.
Despite what one might think, the move has nothing to do with his or the Chiefs’ performance in 2025. They missed the playoffs for the first time since Patrick became the starting quarterback, finishing with a record of 6-11. The restructuring is to provide the organization with more financial flexibility.
Moving that money will open up $43.56 million worth of cap space for them. In mid-December, Patrick tore his ACL and LCL, missing the rest of the season as a result. He said in January that he was “hitting all the checkpoints” his doctor instructed him to do as part of his recovery.
There’s still no word if Patrick’s longtime offensive partner in crime, Travis Kelce, will be with him in 2026. The tight end’s contract is due to expire when free agency begins next month. While he won’t be earning as much as he thought next year, there’s no reason to feel too bad for the Chiefs quarterback. In 2027, his salary cap is set to balloon up to $85 million.
TELL US – HAS PATRICK MAHOMES EARNED THE SALARY BEING PAID TO HIM?
The Pussycat Dolls are back on the road — but not everyone is invited.
Last week, it was reported that members Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts, and Kimberly Wyatt would be going on tour as a trio. While not confirmed by the members themselves, they are allegedly planning to revive the group after previous plans fell through due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. However, one member is unhappy about not being included in this apparent reunion.
Carmit Bachar goes afterNicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt for their tour
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Carmit Bachar, a former member of the group, seemingly hit out at her ex-bandmates over the new project. On Instagram Stories, Carmit reposted a clip of a woman singing along to the song I’m Letting Go Of The Bulls**t by Nick Hustles.
The clip included the lyrics: F*ck anything that don’t help me grow / fake friends shiesty h*es / letting all that bullsh*t go.
“My 2026 anthem,” she wrote as a caption.
Carmit was a member of The Pussycat Dolls’ original lineup from 2003 to 2008. She departed the group to pursue a solo career, and the band continued without her until they disbanded in 2011.
In late 2019, the group, with Carmit included, officially announced they had reunited. The original lineup performed on the X Factor UK in November that year and were met with a positive reception. They performed a new song, named React, and announced they were back in the studio again.
The group planned a world tour, set to kick off in 202. However, plans were cancelled in 2022 following multiple delays due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Nicole announced the cancellation on her Instagram page, which was met with upset by her fellow band members. Carmit, alongside fellow member Jessica Sutta, expressed disappointment in a statement that they had only learned of the cancellation after seeing the Instagram post.
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Following the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor this morning, US politicians are turning up the heat on Donald Trump. While calls continue for accountability to the Jeffrey Epstein files, the administration continues to sweep the issue under the rug.
Currently, one of the loudest voices speaking out about the lack of investigation has been former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. Once a staunch supporter, she’s turned into one of Trump’s biggest critics in regard to the Epstein scandal.
Marjorie Taylor Greene wants arrests after ex-Prince Andrew apprehended
The UK has arrested Andrew because of the Epstein files and over here the President signed an EO protecting cancer causing Glyphosate in our foods and we have zero Epstein related arrest and investigations since release of the files. And we are on the verge of going to war… pic.twitter.com/VAflxLg3vq
— Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene?? (@FmrRepMTG) February 19, 2026
“The U.K. has arrested Andrew because of the Epstein files,” she wrote on X. Meanwhile in the US, “we have zero Epstein related arrest and investigations since release of the files. And we are on the verge of going to war against Iran.”
Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM), also posted her outrage on X: “If a Prince can be held accountable, so can a President.”
Additionally, Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-MA) criticized the administration’s ignoring the sexual abuse of underage women. “It offers a great contrast,” he said. “Look what the British government is doing in light of the evidence, and look what the US government is doing. Nothing. Our chief law enforcement officer Pam Bondi is defending and obstructing the investigation.”
Arrested this morning amid fears of being a flight risk, the former Duke of York is accused of misconduct. During his term as the U.K.’s special representative for international trade, Andrew may have shared confidential documents with Epstein.
Though Andrew always denied having any relationship with Epstein trafficking victim Virginia Giuffre, his mother, Queen Elizabeth, allegedly helped him pay her a multimillion-dollar settlement. In her posthumous 2025 memoir, Virginia detailed sexual encounters with Andrew when she was only 17. Following the book’s release, King Charles stripped his brother of all his remaining royal titles and evicted him from the Windsor estate.
TELL US – DO YOU THINK THE U.S. CONGRESS WILL EVENTUALLY DEMAND FURTHER INVESTIGATION?
This week, Savannah Chrisley made her debut on The View. Savannah’s only a guest host, hired for a very brief stint. She’s only been on The View for a few days, yet already, she’s causing quite a stir.
Savannah’s family is always making headlines, as seen on The Chrisleys: Back to Reality. But now, Savannah’s up against her fellow moderators, who carry entirely different viewpoints than she does. So, since America’s currently wading through extremely divisive times, viewers aren’t necessarily loving her presence or her opinions, nor are many of her costars on The View.
Everyone’s entitled to their opinions. However, facts matter, especially on topics that affect our nation as a whole. So, when Savannah recently misspoke, her temporary colleagues had no choice but to correct her inaccurate facts. Here’s what happened.
Savannah Chrisley is filling in for Alyssa Farah Griffin on The View
Alyssa Farah Griffin is a former White House Director of Strategic Communications, who currently fills the conservative seat on The View. During a live taping last October, Alyssa revealed that she and her husband, Justin Griffin, were expecting their first child. Her announcement fell almost a year after her last one, which noted that she and Justin were leaving New York City behind for their “forever home” in the suburbs. Alyssa’s due date was February 19, but as everyone knows, babies tend to come when they please.
In a hysterical twist of fate, last week, Alyssa made a joke on The View. As she teased, Bad Bunny’s lively Super Bowl halftime show was so intense, it might actually induce labor. Alyssa made this comment on a Monday. And on Tuesday, her seat was empty.
“I don’t know if you saw the show yesterday, but it turned out Alyssa was right about Bad Bunny’s halftime show putting her into labor,” Whoopi Goldberg laughed. She added, “It put her into labor! She’s at the hospital right now! And we are wishing her the best as she waits for her baby boy to arrive.”
Justin Patrick Griffin Jr. is now here. Thankfully, he and his mother are both doing well. Regarding her spot on The View, a rotating lineup of conservative guest hosts will now appear, starting with Savannah.
Savannah immediately faced backlash from fans of The View
There is no realm in this entire universe where I would care one iota what Savannah Chrisley believes about truth and justice
Her opinion on the Clintons means nothing when her parents are Todd & Julie Chrisley
Take that fake face and persona and audition elsewhere #TheView
Savannah is only co-hosting The View for a week. But that’s one week too many for numerous fans. So, they immediately voiced their stressed-out opinions.
On X, the artist formerly known as Twitter, one user penned, “There is no realm in this entire universe where I would care one iota what Savannah Chrisley believes about truth and justice.” Many people agreed. As one explained, “Her parents were convicted and pardoned, so now they do not have to pay any of the millions they grifted from tax evasion. I pay my taxes, and I want them to be accountable,” not scoring new gigs like Savannah just did.
Then we have Savannah’s personal post, where she announced her co-hosting duties in a way that ruffled even more feathers. “I hope this week opens the door to more unity and less division. But let me be clear: I have not forgotten the public bashing of my family by some of these same voices. Grace does not require amnesia,” Savannah penned.
“Your family begged for a pardon, and it’s you who has amnesia–you forgot that they ripped off $36 million from banks and loan companies,” one commenter pointed out. So, as another reminded her, Savannah is “not a victim!!”
Savannah claimed AOC is the Democrats’ “pick” for the 2028 Presidential Election
Regardless of her haters, Savannah’s currently serving out her week on The View. But yesterday’s live taping wasn’t exactly her best.
During Wednesday’s episode, the hot topics discussion focused on Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez‘s recent appearance at the Munich Security Conference. While here, AOC answered a question about whether she’d support a potential United States involvement in the Taiwan-China conflict. AOC paused, stuttered, and finally gave a vague response, so she was quickly scrutinized by members of the Republican Party, including President Donald Trump, who told reporters that AOC “had no idea how to answer.”
Savannah agreed. “AOC just didn’t have a recovery,” she said. At her side, Joy Behr noted that Trump also drops the ball when pressed. “He does it over and over again,” she argued, calling Trump out for trying to throw AOC under the bus for her singular failing. Then, Whoopi joined in, arguing that Trump “is the President,” so he should definitely be held to a higher standard than AOC.
“I understand that wholeheartedly,” Savannah agreed. But then, she stated that “AOC, though, [she] is the Democrats’ pick for the next election.” Cue Joy, immediately correcting Savannah, saying, “You better tell that to Gavin Newsom!”
Also, cue another round of frustrated fans, one of whom noted, “When you are on the air like this show is, it’s important to state facts. Kudos to The View for correcting her.”
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Shia LaBeoufmay have crossed the line while in handcuffs. The actor was arrested earlier this week for allegedly starting a brawl during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans. He is facing two charges of simple battery, which reportedly led to chaos in the Big Easy.
Now two of his alleged victims is speaking out against him. They allege that homophobic slurs were uttered towards them by the Transformers actor.
Per the police report, Shia LaBeouf allegedly yells the F-word
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More details are emerging about what supposedly happened with Shia this week. A police report obtained by TMZ claims that Shia is being accused of shouting the F-word multiple times before striking two alleged victims with closed fists.
The report adds that upon being arrested Shai said “These f*gg*ts put me in jail. I’m a Catholic.” Shia reportedly got very heated in the city’s French Quarter and was escorted out of a bar.
He appeared in court on Wednesday to answer the charges. Not long afterwards, he was seen chatting up some people at a pub-style restaurant in the Big Easy while also snapping some selfies. Religion seems to be top of mind for the actor of late. A week before his most recent arrest, Shia was chatting to some people about why he believed people don’t go to church.
On set of the film The Rooster Prince, he was said to be displaying erratic behavior. It’s unclear if it’s because he’s dealing with personal issues or was a part of his character. In the film, he portrays someone suffering from mental health issues.
He has had his troubles with the law many times before. Shia was sentenced to attend a diversion program in 2021 following a charge of misdemeanour battery and petty theft. He separated from his wife, Mia Goth, last year.
TELL US – WHAT CONSEQUENCES SHOULD SHIA LABEOUF FACE IF CONVICTED OF SIMPLE BATTERY?
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Last year, Tiffany “New York” Pollard and Kate Chastain joined the cast of House of Villains Season 3. But as the trailer just revealed, their initial encounter didn’t go very well. Somehow, Kate managed to offend Tiffany right from the jump. Sad, I really wanted these witty women to get along.
It’s not starting off well on House of Villains Season 3
We all know who Kate and Tiffany are. Kate’s a Below Deck alum, while Tiffany’s starred on many series, including House of Villains. This is actually Tiffany’s third season, so she thought Kate might enter the house and put some respect on her name. But when that didn’t happen, Tiffany quickly dismissed Kate for her offense.
As the trailer revealed, Kate is one of the last stars to enter the house. So, once she stepped inside, she started making her introductions. But when she got to Tiffany, chaos ensued.
After walking up to a seated Tiffany, Tiffany asked Kate, “How you doing?” In response, Kate stuck out her hand and answered, “Very well. Nice to meet you. What’s your name?”
Tiffany looked down at Kate’s hand, and then back up at Kate’s face, all while calmly squeaking out a dry laugh. “Don’t hold your hand out,” Tiffany said. In her talking head, Kate sighed, noting, “I’ve been here five minutes, and I’ve already offended New York.”
Moving things along, another cast member came to her rescue, asking Kate if she wanted to choose her bed. Apparently, Kate and Tiffany were meant to be roommates, but after their initial encounter, all that Tiffany could say was, “No, she’s not. Who said that?”
Once Kate was out of sight, Tiffany further told the room, “Don’t ask me what my name is. I’ve been here for three seasons.” And in her talking head, Tiffany smirked, noting, “Girl, you know me so well.” Yikes, game on, ladies!
House of Villains kicks off on Peacock with a three-episode premiere on Thursday, February 26.
TELL US – WILL TIFFANY HAVE A CHANGE OF HEART, OR WILL THIS BE A ROUGH SEASON FOR HER AND KATE?
On February 16, Joan and Chock shared a joint Instagram Reel which addressed some of their “most asked questions.” They even talked about when they plan to get married.
Joan and Chock share an exciting update on Instagram
To begin with, the couple have six adult children between them. While Joan is mom to Allison, Nicholas, Erica and Luke, Chock is dad to a daughter, Taylor, and a son, Tyler.
One of the obstacles to setting a date has been the dueling weddings among their kids. “In 2025, Joan had a big wedding for her oldest son, Nick,” Chock explained. “And then she’s got another one getting married this year, so we’ve elected to not compete with them … So you might look for something in 2027.”
“Yeah, ’27,” Joan agreed. “Hopefully nobody else will get married. But I think you have a son who possibly could, so we’ll see! … We’ll get married sometime when our kids aren’t getting married.”
Even though they really do plan to live in the same place someday, Chock and Joan still don’t live together. They’ve been so busy with work and travel (and apparently, weddings) that they haven’t quite settled on a location yet. However, they assured fans that they still “talk every day” and “see each other a lot.”
Fortunately, the couple admitted it’s been “super easy” to blend their families. Their grown kids have enjoyed “making friends with each other. Our girls get along great. Our boys get along great,” Joan said, while Chock added, “They all get along great … We’re lucky.”
Meanwhile, the engaged couple are in no hurry to plan their own wedding. “There’s no rush,” Joan said earlier. “We don’t have a biological clock, we’re not having kids. So I think when the time is right … we’ll go and do it! But right now what we’re doing is perfect.”
TELL US – ARE YOU HAPPY TO HEAR JOAN AND CHOCK ARE STILL TOGETHER? DO YOU THINK THEY’LL EVENTUALLY TIE THE KNOT?
Trigger Warning: This article contains discussion of sexual assault.
The tea keeps on spilling as more and more former contestants come forward to share their experience with America’s Next Top Model. Amidst controversial revelations about the show not protecting the contestants, another alum weighs in. Lauren Utter from Cycle 10 took to social media to share how production ensured they protected themselves from liability.
ANTM’s Lauren Utter shares surprising content from her contract
Several bombshells dropped when Netflix released its latest docuseries, Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model. Among some revelations included deeper looks at the controversial runway show, including contestants facing body shaming, manipulation, unfair compensation, and even a lack of protection from the team.
One of the most shocking and disturbing revelations was Shandi Sullivan’s experience in Cycle 2. The former contestant said that she was sexually assaulted on the show and production did nothing to protect her despite taping everything. It was then turned into a cheating storyline for the show.
In the wake of this revelation, Lauren took to Instagram to show how the production shielded itself from liability during filming. She posted photos with the caption, “I was #antm and I didn’t ? ! Yay! Apparently, @netflix is dropping a doc soon so I just wanted to share some souvenirs. Did you know if we ? on the show they assume no responsibility? Cool right?”
In the page of the contract Lauren shared it is stated, “I acknowledge and agree that should I be killed, injured, or harmed during the transportation to or from any location in connection with the Program this Participant Agreement shall [release] the Released Parties from any claim whatsoever in connection therewith, Including, without limitation, any claim based upon Producers’ failure to supervise, inspect or investigate the means and methods of my transportation.” The same clause exists for any housing participants reside in during taping.
The contract highlights the protections in place to shield production from liability. It seems that contestants did not enjoy the same protections.
