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A director thought Portman was too young for this role Shutterstock Early on, Natalie Portman was cast as Juliet in the remake of “Romeo and Juliet,” but a big problem would arise that would make the director, Baz Luhrmann, recast prior to production. Portman was originally cast in the film in 1996, when she was only 13 years old and pretty new to acting. For those who skipped ninth grade English, Juliet is originally played by a 13 years old, but that ended up being a huge issue....

The Real Reason Prince William Had To Comfort Prince George In Public Shutterstock By Stephanie Kaloi/July 12, 2021 10:41 am EST It’s well known that Prince William and Kate Middleton are sports fans. The two make a point of regularly attending athletic events, and they’ve started bringing their oldest son, Prince George with them when they do so. In fact, Prince George recently accompanied his father to the Euro Finals to see England take on Italy in soccer....

The Truth About Maisie Williams And Kit Harrington’s Friendship Michael Kovac/Getty Images By Lana Schwartz/July 19, 2021 4:25 pm EST HBO’s blockbuster hit series “Game of Thrones” lasted for eight seasons, launched a thousand memes, and gave new meaning to the words “Winter is coming.” And while there are certainly some that would call the series “life-changing,” no one more so than the show’s cast, who were launched into super-stardom as soon as the much-anticipated series premiered....

Or it’s a depressive nightmare Entertainment One When motherhood winds up being anything other than “magical,” moms have a tendency to place blame on themselves. In a 2017 survey conducted for TIME, “half of all new mothers had experienced regret, shame, guilt or anger,” typically due to circumstances beyond their control (like needing an epidural or C-section). And according to research published in 2017 by the CDC, approximately one in nine women experience symptoms of postpartum depression nationally....

Why The Internet Is Livid Over Joe Biden’s Latest Comments About COVID-19 Vaccines Shutterstock By Samantha Coulter/June 25, 2021 12:50 pm EST On June 24, President Joe Biden delivered some — questionable — remarks in Raleigh, North Carolina (via New York Post). As part of a nationwide “month of action” campaign that was created to boost the COVID-19 vaccination rate, Biden discussed why he believes that Black and Latinx Americans have received vaccines at a lower rate than White Americans....

Here’s What Sara Ramirez Is Doing Since Leaving Grey’s Anatomy Shutterstock By Melanie Curry/July 5, 2021 12:30 pm EST Aside from Patrick Dempsey and Sandra Oh, it’s pretty safe to say that the most missed “Grey’s Anatomy” character is Sara Ramirez. Ramirez, according to their IMDb, played Dr. Callie Torres for 10 years before leaving the cast in 2016. Her storyline, most importantly her budding relationship with surgeon Arizona Robbins, became a fan favorite so much that she was nominated for a GLAAD award, Insider reported....

Sandra Lee’s Recent Post Has Fans Doing A Double Take David Livingston/Getty Images By Sophie McEvoy/July 6, 2021 12:06 pm EST Celebrity chef Sandra Lee has stunned fans with her most recent post on Instagram, where she proudly posed in front of a mirror after losing over 20 pounds since lockdown. “Thinking this will be my birthday dress for tomorrow,” Lee captioned the post, adding “Wanted to meet my goal weight before I turned 55 tomorrow but I’m pretty happy with where I am — I feel great!...

The Real Reason Alabama Cancelled Its Trump Rally Scott Olson/Getty Images By Hope Ngo/June 29, 2021 8:50 pm EST Former President Donald Trump isn’t short of fans in the state of Alabama, where he defeated President Joe Biden by a comfortable margin in the November 2020 elections (via The New York Times). But that did not appear to matter to commissioners at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, who reportedly refused to sign off on a GOP plan to hold a Fourth of July rally at the site, as Trump was meant to be the main speaker....

Why Breegan Jane Was Interested In The House My Wedding Bought - Exclusive Jim Spellman/Getty Images By Cassidy Anthony/July 14, 2021 12:25 pm EST If you ask Breegan Jane’s mother, she’ll tell you that her daughter has always been interested in interior design and all things beautiful. When Jane was young, she would play around with gold paint and create designs on the ceiling of her bedroom. In high school, she would even paint ornate trim around her house, which she says would often happen in the wee hours of the morning....

Inside Rachel Lindsay’s Bold Accusations Against The Bachelorette Noel Vasquez/Getty Images By Samantha Coulter/June 22, 2021 2:21 pm EST Rachel Lindsay first joined Bachelor Nation in 2016 when she competed on Season 21 for Nick Viall’s heart (via Vanity Fair). Lindsay made it to fantasy suite dates, sent home, and was subsequently asked to become the franchise’s first Black lead. The lawyer reluctantly accepted the position and went on to become one of the most notable alumni of the entire franchise....

Meryl Streep took her Miranda Priestly attitude off-camera Fox/YouTube Meryl Streep earned well-deserved raves — and yet another Oscar nomination — for her portrayal of Miranda Priestly in 2006’s “The Devil Wears Prada.” The film follows aspiring journalist Andy Sachs, newly hired as the junior assistant to the editor-in-chief of a major fashion magazine. Miranda’s demands on her staff are equaled only by her knowledge of fashion. Though Andy eventually quits her job, she comes away wiser about the nature of the business (not to mention getting some pretty amazing swag)....

Terry Crews is a comedy genius and an action star Shutterstock In 2002, Terry Crews scored his big break in the film “Friday After Next” (via Business Insider). Crews’ character Damon was a standout in the movie and helped lead to his next big role as Latrell Spencer in the Wayans brothers’ “White Chicks” (via IMDb). Crews’ rendition of “A Thousand Miles” will go down in history and helped show casting directors his comedic skills....

The Heartbreaking Death Of Just A Friend Rapper Biz Markie Shutterstock By Azure Hall/July 17, 2021 12:15 pm EST The world has lost another great. “Just a Friend” rapper Biz Markie, born Marcel Theo Hall, died on Friday, July 16, at age 57, with his wife Tara by his side, according to People. The cause of death has not been released. A rep for Markie announced the death in a statement to People: “It is with profound sadness that we announce, this evening, with his wife Tara by his side, Hip Hop pioneer Biz Markie peacefully passed away....

The Real Reason John Candy Said No To Being A Cast Member On SNL Donaldson Collection/Getty Images By Lana Schwartz/July 8, 2021 2:57 pm EST Actor John Candy was known as a comedic tour de force, making memorable appearances in films throughout the 1980s like “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles,” “Uncle Buck,” and “Spaceballs.” When Candy tragically passed away in 1994 at the young age of 43, it left a big hole in our entertainment culture (via History)....

Larissa is Legally Blonde IRL Netflix The New Zealand-born beauty is a lawyer, according to People. Not your average lawyer, the stunning blonde definitely gives off “Legally Blonde” vibes as she looks just as at home on the beach or at a party. While Reese Witherspoon’s Elle may not have had a less conventional start, one thing the two gorgeous women have in common is that they don’t look like the lawyers most of us are familiar with....

These Trader Joe’s Products Are Identical To Their Big-Brand Counterparts Noam Galai/Getty Images By Alejandra Arevalo/July 10, 2021 1:40 pm EST The national grocery chain Trader Joe’s has won a special place in the hearts of costumers who want high-quality products without the price that comes with big-brand names. Trader Joe’s has several products that customers claim taste the same as other big-brand products, and in some cases, they are correct....

Who Is Million Dollar Listing Realtor Ryan Serhant? Shutterstock By Linda DiProperzio/July 15, 2021 1:52 pm EST Ryan Serhant has become a recognizable face as one of the stars of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing New York,” but he was already a successful real estate agent well before joining the world of reality television. Serhant grew up outside Boston, Massachusetts and graduated from Hamilton College in 2006 before moving to New York City to pursue an acting career (per his official website)....

How To Replicate Dr. Pimple Popper’s Nighttime Skincare Routine Jim Spellman/Getty Images By Ashley Moor/July 22, 2021 7:09 pm EST Since 2018, dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee’s work has simultaneously fascinated and disgusted millions of people who tune in to TLC’s “Dr. Pimple Popper.” While Dr. Lee may be more focused on extracting unsightly zits on her show, she has divulged quite a bit of wisdom when it comes to skincare routines as well (per SLMD Skincare)....

Glow with Jenny from the block Shutterstock Jennifer Lopez has been giving us fashion envy since her early days as Jenny from the Block. White jeans, crop tops, bandanas and hoops had us all envying her for the perfect cool-girl look. In the early 2000s, she rocked the low-waisted pant and crop top moment, opting for plunging necklines when wearing gowns at award shows. Though she then transitioned into more luxe tonal looks, Lopez continued to play with texture and fabrics for an added punch to her style....

The Clean Skincare Brand With A Simple Ingredient List You Need To Try Shutterstock By Adam England/June 29, 2021 5:51 pm EST Trying to find the right skincare for you can feel impossible. After all, finding something that’s both affordable and works for you is not always easy. Then, there’s making sure your products are free from toxins, too. Maybe you are new to the clean beauty movement, or are simply looking for a new brand to try....