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Rapper Juvenile Storms off American Airlines Flight After Forced Downgrade

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Rapper Juvenile was downgraded from first class to coach on an American Airlines flight.
- The incident happened because of an unplanned aircraft change with fewer first-class seats.
- Juvenile and his wife were on board when they were told about the seat change.
- Juvenile shared his frustration on Instagram Live as the incident took place and felt disrespected by the downgrade.
- The rapper and his wife, Shadonna Jones, chose to deplane after learning about the downgrade.
- American Airlines has apologized, explaining that an automated process identified affected customers.
- Juvenile took another airline to reach his destination for his scheduled performance in Texas.

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Ozzy Osbourne Mourns Death of Beloved Dog Rocky

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Ozzy Osbourne announced his Pomeranian, Rocky, passed away at age 15.
- The Black Sabbath frontman shared a heartfelt Instagram post with a photo of him holding Rocky.
- Sharon Osbourne paid tribute with a video montage on social media.
- Rocky appeared regularly on Ozzy Osbourne’s social media accounts.
- Black Sabbath's official Facebook page also honored Rocky with a photo.
- The Osbourne family is set to continue adopting rescue animals despite their loss.
- Amid his loss, Ozzy is battling health issues, including Parkinson’s disease.

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Jennifer Lopez Files for Divorce from Ben Affleck After Two Years of Marriage

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Jennifer Lopez on August 20 filed for divorce from Ben Affleck after two years of marriage.
- The divorce petition, without a prenuptial agreement, was submitted in the Los Angeles County Superior Court.
- Lopez, 55, and Affleck, 52, rekindled their romance in 2021 and married in July 2022.
- The couple initially postponed their wedding in 2003 and officially broke up in 2004.
- Speculations of marital troubles surfaced in May 2024 as the pair spent significant time apart.
- Lopez listed April 26, 2024 as the date of separation in the court documents.
- She self-represented in the divorce filing, bypassing a lawyer, with people close to the breakup telling People she feels heartbroken.

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Alain Delon's Family Refuses His Wish to Euthanize Beloved Dog Loubo

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Alain Delon's family has rejected his wish to euthanize his dog Loubo after his death.
- Delon wanted Loubo, a 10-year-old Belgian malinois, put to sleep upon his death.
- Animal rights activists condemned Delon's request as "euthanasia for convenience."
- The Brigitte Bardot Foundation also advocated for Loubo's life against Delon's euthanasia wish.
- Delon's daughter, Anouchka, confirmed the family would keep Loubo.
- Several animal welfare groups, like the Society for the Protection of Animals in France, offered to take in Loubo.
- Loubo will continue living with Delon's family in the Loiret region.

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'The Acolyte' Canceled by Disney+ After Cliffhanger Season Finale

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Disney+ has canceled 'The Acolyte' after its first season.
- The 'Star Wars' spinoff, set at the end of the High Republic era, featured main characters played by Amandla Stenberg and Manny Jacinto.
- High production costs and diminishing viewership likely led to the cancellation.
- Leslye Headland created and wrote 'The Acolyte', with some critics praising the series for its bold storytelling.
- The show also saw its fair share of review bombing and fan controversies.
- Its cancellation has now left many unresolved plotlines and cliffhangers.
- Despite this, other 'Star Wars' shows like 'Skeleton Crew' will continue on Disney+.

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Trailblazing Talk Show Host Phil Donahue Dies at 88

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Talk show pioneer Phil Donahue died at 88 Sunday, surrounded by family after a long illness.
- Donahue hosted 6 000+ episodes from 1967-1996 and was known as the 'King of Daytime Talk.'
- His show featured audience participation and covered controversial topics widely.
- He interviewed major figures like Nelson Mandela, Muhammad Ali, and Gloria Steinem.
- Donahue was a trailblazer for LGBTQ+ issues and the HIV/AIDS crisis on national TV.
- He won 20 Emmy Awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden in May.
- Oprah Winfrey credited Donahue for paving the way for other talk shows, including her own.

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Bebe Rexha Claims Hate Crime for Speaking Albanian at Munich Airport

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Bebe Rexha claimed a hate crime at Munich Airport on August 17.
- Rexha alleged she was banned from a Lufthansa flight for speaking Albanian to a security person, who she thought was Albanian.
- The popstar posted tearful videos on Instagram recounting the event.
- The security agent, reportedly from the Lufthansa-hired ATSG company, allegedly threatened her.
- "I believe this to be a hate crime because I am Albanian," 'In the Name of Love' singer wrote on Instagram. "[The supervisor] would not let me take his name. He continued to mentally abuse me to make me feel like he was more powerful then [sic] he was."
- Rexha, who is of Albanian and North Macedonian descent, says she felt ethnically targeted.
- Lufthansa has contacted Rexha, promising a thorough investigation into the incident.

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King Charles 'Axes Prince Andrew's Security Over Royal Lodge Dispute'

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King Charles III has ended Prince Andrew's private security at Royal Lodge by October's end, The Sun reports.
- Prince Andrew, 64, has lived at the $38m Royal Lodge since 2004.
- A royal insider told the publication that Charles had made the decision after Andrew refused to downsize to Frogmore Cottage.
- Andrew's Met Police protection was cut in 2022 and Charles has been funding his private security since then.
- Andrew has been facing eviction pressures due to financial issues and scandalous ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Previous requests by Andrew for publicly funded security were denied.
- Uncertainty remains if Andrew will find new housing or fund his own security.

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French Film Legend Alain Delon Dies at 88, Remembered for Iconic Roles and Controversies

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French actor Alain Delon died at 88 on August 18, leaving behind a storied cinematic legacy.
- Delon passed away peacefully at his home in Douchy, surrounded by his family.
- Renowned for roles in 'Le Samourai', 'The Leopard', and 'Plein Soleil', Delon stood out in cinema.
- His good looks and profound acting skills made him a standout star of French cinema.
- French President Emmanuel Macron called Delon a "French monument."
- Tributes poured in from fans and colleagues, including Brigitte Bardot calling him "unforgettable."
- Despite controversies like being investigated for the murder of his bodyguard in 1968, Delon received numerous accolades, including an honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes.

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John Aprea, 'Godfather Part II' and 'Full House' Actor, Dies at 83

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John Aprea, known for 'The Godfather Part II', died at 83 on August 5.
- The actor passed away of natural causes at his Los Angeles home.
- He portrayed young Salvatore Tessio in 'The Godfather Part II' and played Nick Katsopolis in 'Full House' and 'Fuller House'.
- Born in New Jersey in 1941, Aprea was the son of Italian immigrants.
- He started his acting career in New York City in the 1960s.
- He also had roles in 'The Stepford Wives' and 'Bullitt', and appeared in soap operas.
- Aprea is survived by his wife Betsy Graci, daughter Nicole as well as stepchildren Marika Parker and Valentino Graci.

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Assistant, Doctors, 'Ketamine Queen' Charged in Matthew Perry's Overdose Death

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Authorities have charged five individuals for Matthew Perry's death, including two doctors and Perry's personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa.
- Perry, 54, died of acute ketamine overdose in October 2023 at his Los Angeles home.
- Charged individuals are Iwamasa, Salvador Plascencia, Mark Chavez, Jasveen Sangha and Erik Fleming.
- The charges were revealed during a press conference on Thursday, with U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada saying: "These defendants took advantage of Mr. Perry’s addiction issues to enrich themselves."
- Iwamasa allegedly administered numerous shots to Perry in the final five days of his life to treat his depression, including three that prosecutors say resulted in his death.
- Doctors Plascencia and Chavez allegedly falsified medical records to legitimize their actions.
- In text messages to Chavez apparently discussing the price of the ketamine for Perry, Plasencia allegedly wrote: "I wonder how much this moron will pay."
- 'Ketamine Queen' Sangha played a key role in distributing the drug, while Fleming is an alleged street dealer in the case, the prosecutors said.

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Rob Schneider Apologizes to Daughter Elle King for Past Parenting Shortcomings

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Rob Schneider has apologized to his daughter, musician Elle King, for not being the father she needed.
- Speaking to Tucker Carlson, Schneider expressed his regret for not being there for his daughter.
- "I just want to tell my daughter: Elle, I love you, and I wish I was the father in my 20s that you needed, and clearly I wasn't. I hope you can forgive me for my shortcomings. I love you completely. I love you entirely, and I just want you to be well and happy with you and your beautiful baby, Lucky," he said.
- Elle King revealed their strained relationship on Bunnie XO's podcast earlier this week, saying Schneider sent her to a weight-loss camp as a child, calling the experience "very toxic and very silly."
- King mentioned going years without talking to her father, who would miss her birthdays.
- She also criticized Schneider's conservative views, especially on LGBTQ+ issues.
- Schneider added that he did not take King's criticisms personally and expressed his unremitting love for her.

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Blake Lively Faces Backlash Over 'It Ends With Us' Promotion

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Blake Lively is facing backlash for her "tone-deaf" promotion of 'It Ends With Us'.
- The criticism is focused on Lively's upbeat demeanor in contrast to the film's domestic violence theme.
- Lively's co-star and director Justin Baldoni's respectful promotion of the film has led to media comparisons with Lively.
- Lively launched her haircare line and themed cocktails during the promotion of the movie.
- Critics have pointed out the inconsistent promotional tones between Lively and Baldoni.
- Lively responded to the criticism by sharing statistics on intimate partner violence on Instagram.
- Despite the controversies, including a rumored feud between the two actors on the 'It Ends With Us' set, the film had a strong box office opening with significant revenue of $50m.

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Arrests Made in Connection With Matthew Perry's Death

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Multiple arrests were made in connection to Matthew Perry's accidental overdose death, US media is reporting.
- The 'Friends' actor, 54, was found dead in his hot tub on October 28, 2023.
- Perry had taken ketamine and buprenorphine before he passed away, with drowning and heart disease listed as additional factors in his death.
- A doctor and several drug dealers were among those arrested, sources told TMZ.
- It is understood that the ketamine in Perry's system was not from his last therapeutic infusion to treat his painkiller and alcohol addiction.
- Police began investigating Perry's death in May to determine why he had so much ketamine in his body.
- A press conference was planned to take place on Thursday to provide more details on the matter.

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Billie Eilish Splits With Talent Agent Casey Wasserman 'Over Extramarital Affairs'

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Billie Eilish has split from agent Casey Wasserman after his extramarital affairs scandal, TheWrap reports.
- Wasserman was accused of sleeping with junior female employees over nearly 20 years.
- Daily Mail labeled Casey Wasserman as a "serial cheater" amid the scandal.
- Eilish and brother Finneas O'Connell were formerly represented by Wasserman.
- Eilish has now joined agency William Morris Endeavor for representation after the split.
- The split announcement followed Eilish’s performance for the Paris Olympics closing ceremony.
- Wasserman, who led the Los Angeles bid to host the 2028 Olympics, did not publicly comment on the cheating allegations.

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Iconic Actress Gena Rowlands Passes Away at 94

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Gena Rowlands, known for 'The Notebook', passed away at 94 on August 14.
- Rowlands died at her Indian Wells home surrounded by family, including husband Robert Forrest.
- She battled Alzheimer's disease for years, similar to her role in 'The Notebook' in 2004.
- Her son, director Nick Cassavetes, announced her Alzheimer's diagnosis on the 20th anniversary of 'The Notebook'.
- Rowlands was a celebrated actress, earning Emmy, Golden Globe and Oscar nominations.
- She collaborated on many films with her first husband, the late director John Cassavetes, and received an Honorary Academy Award in 2015.
- Rowlands retired from Hollywood in 2015 after a significant and influential film career that started in 1958.

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Olympic Boxer Imane Khelif Names J.K. Rowling and Elon Musk in Cyberbullying Lawsuit

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Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has named J.K. Rowling and Elon Musk in a lawsuit for aggravated cyber harassment.
- Khelif filed the lawsuit after winning the women's 66kg boxing competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- The lawsuit reportedly names other high-profile but unconfirmed figures linked to the harassment.
- French authorities have now launched an investigation into the cyber harassment allegations.
- Rowling posted a picture from Khelif's fight with Italian boxer Angela Carini, accusing her of being a man.
- Musk, meanwhile, advocated on X for excluding men from women's sports by sharing a post from Riley Gaines
- Khelif's coach said the online abuse impacted the boxer and her team significantly during the Olympics.

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Katy Perry Investigated for Environmental Damage Over 'Lifetimes' Music Video

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Katy Perry filmed her 'Lifetimes' music video in the Balearic Islands without proper permits.
- The video, released on August 8, has sparked concerns from local authorities in Spain.
- Officials are investigating potential damage to S'Espalmador's protected dunes.
- S'Espalmador is part of the Ses Salines Natural Park, valued for its rich ecology.
- The Balearic Islands' Environment Department is probing if the video production harmed the ecosystem.
- The Department issued a press release about the investigation due to lack of permits.
- Perry's new album '143', featuring 'Lifetimes', is set to be released on September 20.

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Elle King Opens Up About 'Toxic' Relationship With Dad Rob Schneider

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Elle King shared her difficult relationship with her dad Rob Schneider on Bunnie XO's 'Dumb Blonde' podcast.
- The musician revealed she had gone four to five years without talking to her father due to their differences.
- She described her father as "toxic" and disagreed with Schneider’s controversial views, including his anti-LGBTQ stances.
- King recounted being sent to a weight-loss camp as a child, calling the experience "very toxic and very silly."
- "I was, like, a really, really heavy child. My dad sent me to fat camp," King told Bunnie XO during the podcast. "It was rough. And then I got in trouble one year because I sprained my ankle and I didn't lose any weight."
- Apart from criticizing her weight, Schneider also had a problem with tattoos, making his daughter wear sweaters in hot weather "because my dad was like very anti-tattoos or any form of self-expression that differed from what he wanted for me – not that he ever even thought about me."
- Schneider has faced criticism for his offensive comedic material and political views, which some view as conservative.

Ángel Salazar, 'Scarface' Actor Known for Playing Chi Chi, Dies at 68

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Ángel Salazar, the Cuban-American actor known for 'Scarface' and 'Last Comic Standing', has died at the age of 68.
- Salazar passed away in his sleep on August 11 at a friend's home in Brooklyn.
- Although the cause of death has not been confirmed, his representative, Ann Wingsong, said that Salazar had suffered from several heart issues.
- Born on March 2, 1956, he began his on-screen career with small roles in various films.
- Salazar's breakthrough came with his role as Chi Chi in the 1983 film 'Scarface' starring Al Pacino.
- He reunited with Pacino in 'Carlito's Way' 10 years later in 1993.
- Apart from films, Salazar was a successful stand-up comedian with features on Showtime and HBO.

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