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Alex Cox. The night beforeLori Vallow Daybell’s brotherAlex Coxdied, his new wife had a feeling that her husband of less than two weeks was keeping something from her, she testified duringLori’s ongoing trialon Friday. Zulema Pastenes — who met Lori in the fall of 2018 — became engaged to Cox on Nov. 7, 2019 and the two were married on Dec. 1 of that year. Cox died Dec. 12, 2019 of what authorities have said were natural causes....

Photo: Paul Archuleta/Getty Lou Diamond Phillips is reflecting on his nearly 40 years in Hollywood. In this week’s issue of PEOPLE, the actor, 59, opens up about his journey to stardom, the upcoming 35th anniversary of La Bamba, and passing the acting torch to his daughter. In the early 1980s, Phillips, who calls himself an “unknown kid from Texas,” had his heart set on making it in Hollywood. “I knew I was going to be an actor, but I never knew that I would be shot out of a cannon into the stratosphere,” he says of his breakout role as Mexican American rock and roll pioneer Ritchie Valens in the 1987 biopicLa Bamba....

The mayor of Kenner, Louisiana, released an internal memo banning the purchase of Nike products at booster clubs and recreation departments the day after the companyannounced their partnershipwith former NFL quarterback,Colin Kaepernick. “Under no circumstances will any Nike product or any product with the Nike logo be purchased for use or delivery at any City of Kenner Recreation Facility.” Kaepernick has become the preeminent voice in protesting police brutality since he began kneeling during the national anthem as a member of the San Francisco 49ers in September 2016....

Cheshire Constabulary However, other notes purportedly proclaimed her innocence. “I haven’t done anything wrong and they have no evidence so why have I had to hide away?” the notes read. The note continued, “I really can’t do this any more. I just want life to be as it was … I want to be happy in the job that I loved … Really I don’t belong anywhere. I am a problem to those who do know me and it would be much easier for everyone if I just went away....

Photo: Eric CharbonneauForLucy Liu, the magic word “Shazam!” had more than a familiar ring to it: it brought back fond memories of reading superhero comics as a kid.“That’s what was available: comics. That’s it,” laughs Liu, 54, recalling growing up in the pre-Internet era and firing up her imagination with the colorful printed adventures of superheroes like the one at the center of her latest film,Shazam! Fury of the Gods, in which she plays the villainous Kalypso, one of three sister deities (alongsideHelen MirrenandRachel Zegler) seeking to reclaim the stolen magic that powers up Shazam (Zachary Levi) and his similarly powered family....

Lukas Gageis apologizing toShania Twainfor involving her in his ill-fated marriage toChris Appleton.The White Lotusstar, 28, answered questions about his wedding toKim Kardashian’s hairstylist Appleton, 40, during his appearance onWatch What Happens LiveTuesday.While answering a question about why he and Appleton decided to wear fur coats on their big day, Gage took the time to express some regrets.“I want to apologize to Shania Twain for wasting her time,” he said, after admitting that wearing fur coats to exchange vows was “a horrible idea....

Happy birthdayAriel Winter! TheModern Familyactress turned 22 on Wednesday and received a sweet happy birthday message from her actor boyfriendLuke Benward. “Happy birthday bunny!!” theDumplin‘ star, 24, wrote on one photo of the two he shared on his Instagram Story. In a second post, Benward added, “You’re a dream,” with a blushing face and heart emojis. Luke Benward/ Instagram “@arielwinter turns 22 and I realize I’ve known her exactly half her life,” Hyland, 29, wrote....

Luke Bryan and Noah Thompson.Photo: Eric McCandless/ABC via Getty Images WinningAmerican Idolis more than a contestant’s talent, it’s about who they are on the inside. When asked what they thought drew America to push for Thompson, 20, Bryan says it really came down to his “likability” and his “all-American boy next door” energy. “He just came in as the underdog … the unassuming guy that he didn’t see it coming, America didn’t see it coming,” the “Drink a Beer” singer, 45, says....

Beyoncé‘s album forThe Lion Kingwas released — and one famous fan couldn’t contain her happiness upon hearing her name-dropped on one of the tracks.The album, titledThe Lion King: The Gift, which features Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell Williams, as well as Beyoncé’s husband, JAY-Z, and their daughter Blue Ivy, includes a song titled “Brown Skin Girl” that includes a special shout-out to actress Lupita Nyong’o.“She need an Oscar for that pretty dark skin/ Pretty like Lupita when the cameras close in,” Beyoncé sings on the track....

Mac MillerandAriana Grandedated for two yearsbefore going their separate ways in May. And while some online trollsblamed her for Miller’s untimely death on Friday, a source tells PEOPLE that the rapper had moved on from their relationship. “It honestly seemed he was over the Ariana situation,” the source reveals, adding that Miller had said at one point, “I’ve matured and my ex hasn’t.” Miller, 26, was pronounced dead at 11:51 a....

Machine Gun Kelly in Miami in February 2024.Photo:Romain Maurice/GettyMachine Gun Kellyis getting candid with fans about smoking.The pop-punk artist, 33, revealed on Thursday that he’s started smoking cigarettes again — and that things have been “weird” for him as of late.“Started smoking [cigarettes] again,” MGK wrote on his Instagram Stories, alongside a head-bandage emoji. “life’s been weird lately but grateful i have yall🫶 .“The musician, whose real name is Colson Baker, shared the life update along with a video of himself and collaboratorTrippie Reddperforming at New York City’s Irving Plaza the night before....

Madonnais looking back on her “Like a Prayer” music video with very fond memories. Despite causing a stir in 1989 after she released thecontroversial music videofor her hit song, the iconic pop star celebrated its milestone anniversary on Monday and reminisced on all the uproar it caused at the time. “30 years of Controversy………………30 years of Like A Prayer! 🙏🏼 #happybirthday #likeaprayer” shecaptioned a clipfrom a television news segment that reported on her controversial music video....

Magic Johnson‘s time as president of basketball operations for the Los Angeles Lakers has come to an end. The NBA legend made the unexpected announcement during a press conference on Tuesday ahead of the final home Lakers’ game of the season against the Portland Trail Blazers. “Today, I’m gonna step down as president,” Johnson, 59,revealed, adding that he had not yet told Jeanie Buss, the team’s controlling owner and president, or general manager Rob Pelinka....