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Michael Rapaport Stuns Bill Maher With Story of Wife’s Assault in Broad Daylight NYC
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Michael Rapaport Stuns Bill Maher With Story of Wife’s Assault in Broad Daylight NYC

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Actor and comedian Michael Rapaport spoke candidly about rising crime in New York City during an appearance on Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast, revealing that his wife has been assaulted and harassed multiple times in public.

The discussion, which aired Monday, focused on safety in the city and growing frustration with political leadership.

Rapaport, who has long identified as a liberal, said his views on law enforcement and accountability have hardened in recent years as crime has escalated across the city.

He also expressed strong opposition to New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, describing the city’s current direction as “unsustainable.”

“I want people to feel safe in New York City. You know, I want my wife to feel safe. My wife is a tough broad. She doesn’t feel safe in Midtown Manhattan during the day,” Rapaport said.

“My wife, in the last two or three years, has been groped in Times Square, has had a f**king shoe thrown at her, has been called the n-word, and got proposed to on the train by a homeless person, all between 11 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.”

Rapaport’s remarks surprised Maher, who has frequently discussed urban crime on his program.

Rapaport said the situation has deteriorated to the point that women no longer feel secure walking alone even in broad daylight.

“It’s not cool for women to feel uncomfortable during the daytime in the greatest city on Earth,” he said.

“It’s also not cool that, under any circumstances, you could touch a police officer, not be from this country, come out the next day and walk out of the court like f**king Tupac like those guys did when they jumped, you know, like f**king giving the middle finger to photographers.”

He criticized what he described as lax prosecution and inadequate enforcement against violent or repeat offenders.

Rapaport emphasized that residents who grew up in the city knew how to navigate it safely but that the current level of lawlessness was unprecedented.

“I grew up on the New York City subway system. I grew up taking the subway. You got to pay attention. It’s not Disneyland. It’s not the Central Park Zoo. But people like — it shouldn’t be a thrill, it shouldn’t be a house of horrors,” he said.

Rapaport’s comments align with broader concerns voiced by New Yorkers about violent incidents on subways, random assaults, and quality-of-life crimes that have increased in recent years.

City officials have faced growing criticism for policies that reduce bail and shorten sentencing for offenders accused of serious crimes.

The actor has previously supported progressive candidates but said the city’s leniency toward offenders has gone too far.

His remarks about Mamdani’s mayoral campaign reflect frustration with proposals the assemblyman has put forward, including reduced policing, higher taxes, and expanded social programs.

Mamdani, who currently serves in the New York State Assembly, has campaigned on an aggressive socialist platform that calls for defunding law enforcement, eliminating bus fares, and expanding public housing initiatives.

His approach has drawn strong reactions from critics who argue it would worsen the city’s public safety crisis.

Rapaport did not mention Mamdani by name during the podcast but has made his opposition clear in previous interviews, warning that the candidate’s policies would “drive more people away from New York City.”

As the city heads into its mayoral election, safety remains one of the most pressing issues for voters.

Polls show widespread concern over crime and growing skepticism about progressive criminal justice reforms.

Rapaport’s account added a personal dimension to that debate, highlighting how many New Yorkers—regardless of political background—say they no longer feel safe in the city they call home.

Sydney Sweeney Opens Up About American Eagle Ad Backlash, Trump’s Response
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Sydney Sweeney Opens Up About American Eagle Ad Backlash, Trump’s Response

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Actress Sydney Sweeney has spoken publicly for the first time about the backlash surrounding her American Eagle jeans advertisement, which drew widespread attention earlier this year.

The “Euphoria” and “Christy” star, 28, addressed the controversy in an interview with GQ magazine published Tuesday, saying she remains unfazed by the reaction.

“I know who I am. I know what I value. I know that I’m a kind person,” Sweeney told GQ.

“I know that I love a lot, and I know that I’m just excited to see what happens next. And so I don’t really let other people define who I am.”

When asked directly if she was surprised by the public reaction to the commercial, Sweeney replied, “I did a jean ad. I mean, the reaction definitely was a surprise, but I love jeans.”

“All I wear are jeans. I’m literally in jeans and a T-shirt every day of my life,” she continued.

“I knew at the end of the day what that ad was for, and it was great jeans, it didn’t affect me one way or the other.”

The ad, titled “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans,” sparked criticism online over its wordplay, which some commentators suggested carried a double meaning referencing “genes.”

In the campaign video, Sweeney is seen buttoning a pair of jeans while saying, “Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color, personality and even eye color. My jeans are blue.”

The campaign quickly drew attention beyond entertainment circles after President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance commented on the controversy.

President Trump, 79, praised Sweeney’s work and expressed support for the ad after learning that she is reportedly a registered Republican.

“She’s a registered Republican? Oh, now I love her ad,” Trump told reporters in August.

“If Sydney Sweeney is a registered Republican, I think her ad is fantastic.”

Vice President Vance also weighed in, criticizing Democratic reactions to the campaign.

He said that Democrats had become “unhinged over a pretty girl selling jeans to kids in America.”

While social media users and some media outlets accused the advertisement of playing into stereotypes, others defended Sweeney and American Eagle, pointing out that the company’s stock rose 38 percent in the weeks following the campaign’s launch.

Sweeney told GQ that she largely avoided the online debate while focusing on her work schedule. “I kind of just put my phone away,” she said.

“I was filming every day. I’m filming ‘Euphoria,’ so I’m working 16-hour days and I don’t really bring my phone on set, so I work and then I go home and I go to sleep. So I didn’t really see a lot of it.”

She also addressed reports that claimed the campaign had negatively impacted the brand.

“When I saw all the headlines of in-store visits were down a certain percentage, none of it was true,” Sweeney said.

“It was all made up, but nobody could say anything because [the company was] in their quiet period. So it was all just a lot of talk. And because I knew at the end of the day what that ad was for, and it was great jeans, it didn’t affect me one way or the other.”

Asked whether she wanted to respond directly to the criticism or explain why she thought the campaign provoked strong opinions, Sweeney declined to elaborate further.

“I think that when I have an issue that I want to speak about, people will hear,” she said.

Sweeney concluded by addressing those who may choose not to watch her upcoming work because of the ad.

“I think that if somebody is closed off because of something they read online to a powerful story like ‘Christy,’ then I hope that something else can open their eyes to being open to art and being open to learning, and I’m not going to be affected by that,” she said.

The actress continues to film new projects, including the upcoming season of “Euphoria,” while maintaining that the controversy surrounding the American Eagle campaign has not influenced her professional outlook or personal values.

Denise Richards Revives Steamy Playboy Look Ahead of Court Fight with Estranged Husband
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Denise Richards Revives Steamy Playboy Look Ahead of Court Fight with Estranged Husband

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Actress and reality television star Denise Richards marked Halloween by revisiting her well-known Playboy past just days before she is scheduled to return to court in her ongoing legal dispute with estranged husband Aaron Phypers, as reported by Fox News.

Richards, 54, shared photos on social media dressed in a black bodysuit, matching bunny ears, white cuffs, and a black-and-white bow tie — a nod to her December 2004 Playboy cover appearance.

 

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Nearly 20 years ago, the Wild Things actress posed nude for the magazine only months after giving birth. She later told Jay Leno that her parents and newborn joined her on the shoot in the Bahamas.

“I said, you better find me some fricken bottoms,” Richards recalled, describing how a stylist made impromptu bottoms out of a shammy and island leaves. “I didn’t have to show anything I didn’t want to.”

Richards said she had turned down earlier offers from Playboy but accepted the 2004 shoot, believing it was her last opportunity.

“Playboy approached me a couple other times and I didn’t do it, and this time I figured I might as well do it before they never approach me again,” she said, adding that then-husband Charlie Sheen “was really cool about it and helped me pick out the pictures.”

The actress’s social media post came ahead of a court hearing related to her restraining order against Phypers, from whom she filed for divorce on July 7 citing irreconcilable differences. Richards was granted a temporary restraining order on July 17.

In testimony last month, Richards accused Phypers of repeated physical and emotional abuse, including an incident in May that allegedly occurred hours after she underwent multiple cosmetic surgeries.

“That is when I really, really knew that our marriage was over because there’s been physical abuse, but it kept getting worse and worse,” she said in court. “The fact that he did that to me five hours after coming out of a seven-hour surgery … made me feel a lot of things. Scared and vulnerable.”

Richards alleged that Phypers struck her, grabbed her arms, and called her derogatory names during confrontations. Court filings described additional claims of choking, slapping, and threats.

“Aaron regularly threatened to ‘break my jaw’ and would cry, beg me to stay, and promise to get help – none of which ever happened,” she said in the restraining order filing.

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During a recent court hearing, Phypers was arrested on spousal abuse charges and escorted from the courtroom in handcuffs. He later filed a petition claiming financial hardship, asserting that Richards cut off access to their joint bank account and took equipment from his holistic business.

Phypers also claimed entitlement to half of Richards’ income from her OnlyFans page, which he estimated at between $200,000 and $300,000 per month, saying he took the photos and therefore held intellectual property rights.

His filing requested half of that revenue and immediate access to $200,000, alleging he is facing eviction and utility shutoffs.

A hearing on both the restraining order and financial matters is expected in the coming weeks.

George Clooney Says Democrats Made ‘Mistake’ Replacing Biden with Harris
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George Clooney Says Democrats Made ‘Mistake’ Replacing Biden with Harris

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Actor George Clooney is now publicly admitting that Democrats made a “mistake” by replacing former President Joe Biden with Kamala Harris during the 2024 election, saying the decision left Harris with a “very tough task” and no room to define herself, as reported by Breitbart.

Speaking with CBS Sunday Morning, Clooney said he still stands by his earlier push for Biden to step aside but believes the party mishandled the process of finding his replacement.

Berlin, Germany, October 18, 2024. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and the President of the United States, Joe Biden, hold a short press conference in the Federal Chancellery in Berlin.

“We had a chance. I wanted there to be, as I wrote in the op-ed, a primary. Let’s battle-test this quickly and get it up and going,” Clooney said.

“I think the mistake with it being Kamala is she had to run against her own record. It’s very hard to do if the point of running is to say, ‘I’m not that person.’ It’s hard to do, and so she was given a very tough task. I think it was a mistake, quite honestly.”

Clooney added that despite his concerns, Democrats accepted the outcome. “But we are where we are. We were gonna lose more House seats, they say. So I don’t know. To not do it would be to say, ‘I’m not gonna tell the truth,’” he said.

The actor faced significant backlash after President Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris in the 2024 election, with many Democrats blaming him for helping to push Biden out of the race. Reports at the time described Clooney as feeling like a “scapegoat” for the party’s losses.

Speaking later with Jake Tapper on CNN, Clooney defended his decision to call on Biden to step down, describing it as an act of responsibility. “Well, I don’t know if it was brave,” he told Tapper. “It was a civic duty.”

In his widely discussed op-ed, Clooney said he had seen signs of Biden’s cognitive decline months earlier, recalling a fundraiser where Biden appeared diminished alongside former President Barack Obama.

Despite noticing those signs, Clooney did not publicly urge Biden to withdraw until after his first debate with President Trump, where the former president’s performance led to widespread concerns within the Democratic Party.

“When I saw people on my side of the street, not telling the truth, I thought that was time,” Clooney said.

Clooney acknowledged that some in his circle remain upset with him over the decision, particularly given that Harris went on to lose both the Electoral College and the popular vote to President Trump.

Despite the controversy, he maintained that his actions were based on honesty, not politics.

Judge Brings Stunning End to Justin Baldoni’s 0 Million Hollywood Lawsuit
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Judge Brings Stunning End to Justin Baldoni’s $400 Million Hollywood Lawsuit

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A federal judge has officially ended Justin Baldoni’s $400 million defamation countersuit against actors Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, marking the latest turn in an ongoing legal dispute involving the It Ends With Us director and the celebrity couple, as reported by The New York Post.

According to court records obtained by The New York Post, Judge Lewis Liman signed an order on Friday finalizing the dismissal after Baldoni, 41, and his company, Wayfarer Studios, failed to submit an amended complaint by the court’s deadline. The judge’s decision follows an earlier dismissal of Baldoni’s case in June.

Judge Liman noted that Baldoni had been warned on October 17 that a final judgment would be entered if no further action was taken.

Of the defendants, Lively was the only one to respond to the judge’s notice, requesting that final judgment be entered while keeping her motion for legal fees active — a request the court approved. Baldoni may still appeal the ruling.

The legal dispute began in December 2024 when Lively, 38, filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment on the set of It Ends With Us and of coordinating what she described as a “campaign to destroy her reputation” following the film’s release.

Baldoni denied the allegations and responded by filing a $400 million countersuit against Lively, Reynolds, 49, and their longtime publicist Leslie Sloane, claiming defamation and extortion. All parties named in the countersuit denied the allegations.

In June, Judge Liman dismissed Baldoni’s $400 million complaint and a separate $250 million lawsuit he filed against The New York Times, which he accused of libel and false light invasion of privacy in connection with its reporting on Lively’s harassment allegations.

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Following the dismissal, Lively’s attorneys, Esra Hudson and Mike Gottlieb, issued a statement calling the court’s decision a “complete vindication” for the actress.

“As we have said from day one, this ‘$400 million’ lawsuit was a sham, and the Court saw right through it,” they said.

The attorneys also stated their intention to seek attorneys’ fees, treble damages, and punitive damages against Baldoni and others involved in what they described as “abusive litigation.”

Lively also commented publicly after the June ruling. “Like so many others, I’ve felt the pain of a retaliatory lawsuit, including the manufactured shame that tries to break us,” she wrote on Instagram Stories.

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“While the suit against me was defeated, so many don’t have the resources to fight back.”

The actress added that she remains “resolved to stand for every woman’s right to have a voice in protecting themselves, including their safety, integrity, dignity, and their story.”

Although Baldoni’s countersuit has now been dismissed, Lively’s original lawsuit against him remains active and is scheduled to go to trial in March 2026.

Orcas Flip Great Whites Sharks, Tear Out Livers in Brutal New Nature Video
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Orcas Flip Great Whites Sharks, Tear Out Livers in Brutal New Nature Video

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Scientists have released new footage showing orcas hunting and feeding on great white sharks in Mexican waters, marking the first recorded instance of such behavior outside South Africa.

The findings, published Monday in Frontiers in Marine Science, document two separate encounters in the Gulf of California where pods of killer whales were observed attacking juvenile great whites.

Marine biologist and documentarian Erick Higuera-Rivas, who captured the footage from a nearby vessel, said the recordings were taken during two separate expeditions — one in 2020 and another in 2022.

The videos show orcas targeting the sharks’ livers, a highly fatty organ that makes up about one-fourth of a great white’s body mass and provides significant energy.

Researchers detailed how the orcas flipped the young sharks upside down to immobilize them — a behavior known as “tonic immobility” — before slicing them open and removing their livers.

In one of the videos, every member of the pod took turns sharing the liver as the shark’s body drifted toward the ocean floor.

A sea lion can also be seen in the footage approaching the feeding orcas, appearing to look for leftovers.

The whales responded by blowing a stream of bubbles, which scientists believe was an attempt to deter the sea lion from approaching.

Higuera-Rivas said he realized the significance of his recording only after reviewing the footage.

“I saw in the monitor that the shark had the liver hanging out on the side, already popped off. And a few minutes later, they came up with the liver in their mouth,” he told NBC News.

“I was surprised that it could be a great white. I was not believing it.”

Until now, most documented cases of orcas hunting great white sharks have come from South Africa, where the phenomenon has been observed for years.

Carcasses of great whites have frequently washed ashore in the region, often missing their livers — a telltale sign of orca predation.

The new research expands the known range of this behavior and suggests that orcas may be developing similar hunting strategies across different regions.

“A great white shark’s liver is very fatty and nutritious, and it provides a lot of energy,” said Francesca Pancaldi, a marine scientist with the Instituto Politécnico Nacional Centro Interdisciplinario de Ciencias Marinas and a co-author of the study.

The Gulf of California, also known as the Sea of Cortez, is one of the world’s most biologically diverse marine ecosystems.

Researchers have long documented orca populations in the area, but until these recent sightings, there had been no verified evidence that they targeted great white sharks as prey.

The study’s authors say the findings could provide new insight into how orcas adapt their feeding behaviors to different environments and available food sources.

The researchers believe that orcas’ ability to selectively hunt for high-energy organs like livers demonstrates advanced coordination and intelligence within their pods.

The footage captured by Higuera-Rivas and his team will be used for further study on predator-prey interactions between large marine species in the region.

Scientists plan to continue monitoring orca behavior in the Gulf of California to determine whether these hunts are becoming a recurring event or remain isolated incidents.

Whoopi Goldberg Can’t Keep It Together, Rips Up Co-Host’s Note Mid-Broadcast
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Whoopi Goldberg Can’t Keep It Together, Rips Up Co-Host’s Note Mid-Broadcast

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Tension flared on ABC’s “The View” on Monday when co-host Whoopi Goldberg ripped up a note passed to her by fellow co-host Sunny Hostin during a live discussion about President Donald Trump’s recent “60 Minutes” interview.

The moment unfolded after Goldberg made a joke referencing an autopen — a mechanical device used for signing documents — in relation to a presidential pardon.

The segment began with a discussion about President Trump’s pardon of Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the founder of Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges.

Zhao, who had been convicted of violating U.S. anti-money-laundering laws, received a pardon earlier this month.

Hostin criticized the pardon and raised questions about the president’s comments during the “60 Minutes” interview, in which Trump said he was unaware of the details surrounding Zhao’s case.

“The Trump family has made about $1.8 billion, profited off of this government and he said that Joe Biden didn’t know who he was pardoning using an autopen. How come you don’t know who this guy is?” Hostin asked.

Goldberg responded jokingly, saying, “Because he used an autopen.”

Later in the broadcast, Hostin wrote a note and passed it to Goldberg, apparently asking her to clarify the comment.

Goldberg looked at the note before addressing the audience directly. “What the hell? What?” she said, holding up the card.

“We don’t know if Trump used an autopen to pardon, it was a joke!”

Goldberg proceeded to tear up the note on camera as the studio audience reacted.

Hostin repeated that the show did not know whether President Trump had used an autopen for the pardon, and Goldberg appeared visibly frustrated by the need for clarification.

“I’m sorry. The hardest thing about this job now is no one understands nuance,” Goldberg said.

“You know when you hear a joke, when somebody is fooling around, when they’re not saying something specific. Especially on this show. I’m very specific when I’m pointing stuff out. When I’m making jokes, you know when I’m making jokes. This is ridiculous.”

The audience applauded as Goldberg continued her remarks, shifting the discussion to immigration policy under the Trump administration.

“One thing that really upsets me about all of this is that when people do it legally, everybody b—-ed and moaned and said ‘they are not doing it legally,’ so people are showing up when they’re supposed to be showing up at court, and you’re scooping them up for immigrant checks,” Goldberg said.

She went on to criticize the administration’s enforcement actions.

“And this is how you treat them. So how should we believe anything you’re saying when we saw how folks in Chicago were treated over the weekend? We saw that. We see what’s going on. We see what happens when children are in court by themselves. Come on now, you know exactly what you’re doing, and you seem to be having a good time while you’re doing it.”

Bill Maher Says Democrats Pulled ‘Bait-and-Switch’ for Their Shutdown Narrative
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Bill Maher Says Democrats Pulled ‘Bait-and-Switch’ for Their Shutdown Narrative

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On Friday’s episode of HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher, host Bill Maher said the ongoing government shutdown is tied to Affordable Care Act subsidies that Democrats originally justified as temporary COVID-era measures but have since made permanent.

Maher’s comments came during a discussion with “The Fifth Column” podcast co-host Michael Moynihan, who explained that the dispute in Washington centers on federal subsidies expanded during the pandemic.

Moynihan noted that the extra funding, initially approved under emergency authority, has now been renewed and written into ongoing budget negotiations.

“We’re talking about these subsidies, that were COVID-era subsidies that were renewed. And the entire shutdown is based on these subsidies,” Moynihan said.

Maher agreed, describing the policy extension as misleading.

“That is what the shutdown is based on. For people who don’t know, let me just say, during COVID, they upped the subsidies. And then, it is a bit of a bait-and-switch, I’ll give you, that’s true on that one,” Maher said.

He went on to argue that Democrats have not been transparent about the policy’s permanence.

“You can’t say — it’s not quite kosher to say, we’re just doing this for the COVID emergency, and then when the emergency’s over, say, oh, no, it’s forever. At least be honest about it,” Maher added.

The discussion highlighted one of the key disputes behind the federal budget stalemate that has led to a prolonged shutdown.

Lawmakers remain divided over whether to continue the higher subsidy levels created under the 2021 American Rescue Plan.

Those subsidies expanded eligibility for federal assistance through the Affordable Care Act, reducing health insurance costs for millions of Americans during the pandemic.

Republican lawmakers have argued that the emergency measures were never intended to be permanent and have pressed for a return to pre-pandemic funding levels.

Democrats, meanwhile, have insisted that the extended subsidies help keep health care affordable for middle-class families and should remain in place as part of the broader federal budget.

The standoff has continued for weeks, with both sides refusing to compromise on the issue. While Maher is often critical of both parties, his remarks Friday echoed a growing sentiment that pandemic-era programs have extended beyond their original intent.

The dispute over the subsidies has become one of several sticking points in the funding negotiations, which have affected multiple federal agencies and programs since the shutdown began.

As Congress faces mounting pressure to reach a resolution, the debate over how long COVID-related spending should continue remains central to broader discussions about fiscal policy and government priorities.

Maher’s acknowledgment of the “bait-and-switch” claim drew attention online over the weekend, with clips of the exchange circulating widely on social media.

Viewers pointed to the rare moment of agreement between the liberal talk show host and critics of Democratic spending policies.

While negotiations in Washington remain at a standstill, the shutdown has prompted renewed debate over how emergency funding should be phased out and whether post-pandemic budgets should reflect pre-pandemic norms.

For now, the disagreement over the Affordable Care Act subsidies continues to block a spending deal and prolong the government shutdown.

Rosie O’Donnell Speaks Out After Daughter’s Prison Sentence in Wisconsin: ‘Prayers Welcomed’
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Rosie O’Donnell Speaks Out After Daughter’s Prison Sentence in Wisconsin: ‘Prayers Welcomed’

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Rosie O’Donnell’s daughter, Chelsea O’Donnell, has been sentenced to prison in Wisconsin after violating the terms of her probation, according to court documents obtained by Us Weekly.

As reported by The Gateway Pundit, the judge in Marinette County ruled last week that the 28-year-old had breached the conditions of her probation due to sexual assault allegations and for failing to show progress in her court-ordered drug treatment program.

“The facts surrounding this request have been staffed with the Marinette County Treatment Drug Court Team and have been deemed sufficient grounds to warrant termination from the Marinette County Treatment Drug Court Program,” the court filing stated.

Chelsea O’Donnell will serve her sentence at Taycheedah Correctional Institution, a medium-security women’s prison located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Officials have not disclosed how long she will remain incarcerated.

Her mother, actress Rosie O’Donnell, posted on Instagram following the ruling, asking her followers to pray for her daughter. “My child chelsea belle – before addiction took over her life – i loved her then i love her now as she faces a scary future – prayers welcomed,” she wrote.

In a statement to Us Weekly, O’Donnell added that her daughter was “born into addiction” and described the situation as “a painful journey for her and her children.” The actress continued, “We continue to love and support her through these horrible times.”

Court records show that Chelsea’s probation violations were tied to her participation in a county treatment program, which was intended to provide rehabilitation options instead of incarceration. However, the court determined that she had failed to comply with program requirements and subsequently ordered her removal and imprisonment.

Rosie O’Donnell, a longtime Hollywood figure known for her outspoken political views and highly publicized feud with President Donald Trump, has kept a relatively low profile in the United States this year. In March, she revealed that she had relocated to Ireland with her 12-year-old transgender child, stating that she would not return to the U.S. until she felt it was “safe” to do so.

“I was never someone who thought I would move to another country,” O’Donnell said at the time. “That’s what I decided would be the best for myself and my 12-year-old child. And here we are.”

She added, “I miss many things about life there at home and I’m trying to find a home here in this beautiful country, and when it is safe for all citizens to have equal rights there in America, that’s when we will consider coming back.”

The sentencing marks another difficult chapter for the O’Donnell family, which has faced years of public scrutiny and personal challenges.

Jamie Lee Curtis Calls Sydney Sweeney’s Sexy Look ‘Perfect’ at Variety Event
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Jamie Lee Curtis Calls Sydney Sweeney’s Sexy Look ‘Perfect’ at Variety Event

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Actress Jamie Lee Curtis had an unexpected reaction on Wednesday when she spotted Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney at Variety’s 2025 Power of Women event in Los Angeles, as reported by The New York Post.

Curtis, 66, was walking the red carpet when she noticed Sweeney, 28, wearing a form-fitting, crystal-covered gown by Christian Cowan x Elias Matso. The design, which Sweeney wore without a bra, immediately caught Curtis’s attention.

In a video shared by Entertainment Tonight, Curtis pointed to Sweeney in admiration before greeting her with a hug.

Curtis, who earned the nickname “The Body” early in her career for films like Trading Places and Perfect, had addressed that label in a 2010 CBS interview. “No, no. I don’t think anyone likes to be known for something that’s exterior,” Curtis said at the time.

“I don’t think any woman wants to be known for being beautiful or busty. I think you want to be known for who you are.”

Sweeney was one of the honorees at Variety’s Power of Women gala, recognized as a cover star for the publication. Speaking ahead of the event, she reflected on her early experiences in Hollywood and the criticism she received about her appearance.

“I had someone tell me to fix my face or else I’m not going to make it. I should get Botox. I was 16,” Sweeney told Variety. “Or I’m in a casting and I’m reading my scene and the casting director is eating a bag of chips, and I’m like, ‘You’re not paying attention at all.’”

The Emmy-nominated actress said she has never had cosmetic procedures, explaining, “I’ve never gotten anything done. I’m absolutely terrified of needles. No tattoos. Nothing. I’m going to age gracefully.”

In online discussions, some social media users compared older and newer photos of Sweeney, claiming she had altered her appearance.

The actress dismissed those comments, saying, “It’s really funny. I’m like, ‘I’m 12 in that photo. Of course, I’m going to look different. I have makeup on now and I’m 15 years older.’”

Sweeney also told The Wall Street Journal in August that she occasionally monitors online chatter about herself. “I think it’s important to have a finger on the pulse of what people are saying, because everything is a conversation with the audience,” she said.

In June, Sweeney faced backlash for her partnership with Dr. Squatch after launching a limited-edition soap line advertised as being made from her “bathwater.” She later explained to E! News that the concept was meant as a playful promotion she had personally pitched.

The actress also made headlines in July for her American Eagle campaign, “Sydney Sweeney has great jeans.” Some critics misinterpreted the ad’s wordplay as promoting “great genes,” prompting the company to clarify the slogan’s intent.

“ ‘Sydney Sweeney has great jeans’ is and always was about the jeans,” American Eagle said in a statement.

Sweeney, who is currently filming the third and final season of Euphoria, told People she was thrilled to join the brand. “When they were like, ‘We want it to be a denim campaign,’ I was through the roof,” she said.


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