Our favorite weatherman, Al Roker, who has been part of the Today show for more than two decades, faced health issues in late 2022 which forced him to spend some time off work.
With a hospital photo he posted on Instagram, Al informed his fans that he had been hospitalized and receiving treatment after doctors found blood clots in his lungs. He was then released from the hospital but was admitted again, and as a result, he missed the Thanksgiving Parade.
And just as everyone thought he won’t be absent from the show again, he posted about an upcoming surgery, which means he will need to leave the show yet again.
The 68-year-old host, who loves walking, shared that he is about to undergo a knee replacement procedure.
Before the health scare he experienced some months ago, Al often posted about his daily walking routine and the 10,000 steps he walked every single day.
“Yesterday was the #bestdayyet when it comes to my steps on this #bumknee before my #kneereplacementsurgery in late April,” he captioned a photo of his Apple Watch which shows him surpassing his 10K steps, adding, “Thanks to my #starttoday #family for the support!”
His wife of 28 years commented, “Take it slow, darling!”
His fans were quick to comment. “You are an inspiration!! Way to go, Al!!” one person wrote. “Al, you are an inspiration to many of us!! You bring us all joy daily!” another posted. “Al, I will be praying for you and a completely successful surgery and full recovery,” a third added.
We wish Al Roker a successful operation and a speedy recovery.
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Leif Garrett stole the hearts of millions of teens when he landed a career as an actor back in the day. He later turned to music and was regarded one of the most famous teenage stars of his time.
When he first appeared on screen, in the film Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice in 1969, which was the sixth highest-grossing film of the year, Garrett was just five years old. His performance, however, was so good that everyone predicted a successful career for him.
Following that role, the sleepy-eyed heartthrob landed a part in the film Walking Tall, along with its two sequels. In 1983 he joined a number of fellow teen sensations, including Matt Dillon, C. Thomas Howell, Patrick Swayze and Tom Cruise, in Francis Ford Coppola’s The Outsiders.
Other series Garrett took part in, among the rest, are Family, The Odd Couple (1974), Wonder Woman (1978) and CHiPs (1979).
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As his career as an actor skyrocketed, he decided to try himself as a musician and was as successful. His first album, Leif Garret, was released in 1977, and it didn’t come as a surprise that it gathered the attention of many. Soon, tours followed, and Garrett felt like he was on top of the world, which wasn’t far from the truth.
”I was on a public appearance tour in Sydney, Australia, and they had to fly me in by helicopter and then I jumped into an armored car and drove into the theater by back door. I’ve tried using a lim there before, but the fans almost tipped it over. I guess it’s an adrenalin push for them. They just freak out. It’s very weird,” Garrett told New York Daily News in 1979.
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He, however, faced challenges, and one of them was his transition to adulthood, as well as issues with his managers.
“I think I was a good performer from the get-go but I wish they had offered me singing lessons before ever making a record and doing the typical punching in a sentence here or there or words or whatever,” Garret said in an interview.
“There’s a particular track (I Was Looking for Someone to Love) that doesn’t even sound like me at all. I would even possibly say I wasn’t even on that track. And to me, that IS fraud. That’s like a Milli Vanilli situation, the difference being, of course, mine was blended many times with myself and somebody else.”
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Garrett started using substances and alcohol and that affected his career. He was involved in a car accident which left his friend Ronald Winkler a paraplegic in 1979.
He then started hanging out with famous names, including the members of the band Queen, and the frontman, legendary Freddie Mercury, who showed young Garrett the world of sex, drug, and rock and roll, according to Garrett’s book Idol Truth.
“I don’t think I was a very mature 16-year-old. I became mature very quickly because I was always surrounded by adults who were drinking and doing coke, I was a child, but being treated as an adult… And all of this was coming out of my pocket.”
He continued: “You know, I probably have the greatest fan base that I could ever imagine for myself. They have stuck with me through thick and thin. And as you know, I’ve gotten myself in plenty of bad situations. There was a lot of bad decision-making. But at the same time, I didn’t have the parental guidance that I should have at that time.”
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Garrettgot involved in troubles with the law and dropped in and out of rehab. Then, he was somehow forced to take part in the VH1 reality show Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew which he later accused of having him relapse for drama.
In an interview the LA Times, Garrett said: “They asked to get some footage of me using, and I said, ‘I haven’t been using. They said, ‘We really have to get footage of you using.’ Anyway, I was easily talked into showing them.”
Today, Leif Garrett, the once widely adored child star, is 61 and sober.
Leif Garrett arrives at the opening night of ‘Rain- A Tribute To The Beatles’ at the Pantages Theatre on April 12, 2011 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Angela Weiss/Getty Images for Pantages Theatre)
”I had a 90-day sentence in county jail. I was in court-ordered rehab before that, and then my mom visited and told me she had stage IV lung cancer. I said, ‘I’m leaving to take care of her—nobody lives with her.’ So dealing with that, I started using again. So it was like, ‘Cuff him, bring him in,’ and I did the 90 days, and that was it,” he shared with Best Life.
”I’ve kept every photo or letter that a young lady sent, telling me about being on their walls and kissing me good night before they went to bed,” Garrett told Closer. “It’s very surreal and a bit embarrassing, but how flattering! I can’t thank [my fans] enough, because I’m still able to do something I enjoy and get paid for it.”
We are glad Garrett managed to turn his life for the better.
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Our body and our mind have the power to send warnings whenever something is wrong with us. Sometimes, we receive those warnings, and other times, we simply ignore them.
Below are some of the symptoms that serve as alerts that we should act and visit a doctor or simply make a drastic change in our lifestyle.
If you ever notice that the color of your skin turns yellow, that can indicate problems with your liver. This happens when the levels of bilirubin in our body are high and it is not able to get rid of them so the skin and the whites of the eyes appear yellowish.
Tiny white dots on the nails may be a sign of lack of zinc, calcium, or protein. Many people don’t even pay attention to these dots because they are unaware they are a warning sign.
At the same time, this condition may refer to physical trauma such asbiting your nails or picking at them, or even a fungal infection.
If your lips get cracked, it might be time you start drinking more water and other liquids to keep your body hydrated.
Nail clubbing refers to fingernails or toenails that are curved downward. This isn’t always a cause for alarm because it may be something that runs within the family, but at times, it can be caused because of several reasons, including lung or heart condition or certain cancers. Further, Crohn’s disease, celiac disease or other conditions that cause inflammation in your digestive system can lead to clubbed nails.
Mouth ulcers, or cold sores that appear around or inside the mouth, indicate a weakened immune system. These sores can also be caused because of hormonal changes, emotional stress, and a vitamin B12 or iron deficiency.
White bumps on your eyelids may be a sign of diabetes or very dry skin.
The grey or white ring around your cornea, which is known as arcus senilis, or fat deposits, is typical in the elderly due to their age. However, it may also be a sign of elevated cholesterol levels.
The reddish appearance of the tongue may be a sign of folic acid and vitamin B-12 deficiency.
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A 39-year-old named Groeschen got up one morning just to see his eye got irritated during the night. He believed it could be allergies that caused the irritation, but the condition of his eye became worse and worse in the days that followed and he was forced to seek medical help.
Once at the Cincinnati Eye Institute, he received some bad news. He contracted a bacteria known as Pseudomonas. The reason why, according to his doctors, was that he was going to bed at night with his contact lenses on and this bacteria is capable of “incubating” below contact lenses.
Groeschen was prescribed antibiotics which helped him get rid of the bacteria, but sadly, the damage was already done; he had already acquired a corneal ulcer, and the scar tissue that the bacteria left behind has caused him to lose the sight on the eye.
“It is the same as seeing through a piece of glass that is opaque. Your cornea becomes somewhat eroded as a result of the illness,” doctors told him. “The scar tissue that forms as a result of the infection will make it difficult for you to see as the infection clears up.”
Unfortunately, the only way for him to regain his sight was a cornea transplant, a surgery with a recovery time of approximately one year.
Being the owner of a design-based restorations company left Groechen unable to keep up with the work.
According to Groeschen, the packaging for the contacts that he slept in indicates that it is safe to wear them while sleeping. But this is definitely not the best advice people need to follow.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology issued a warning in 2013 that stated “overnight wear, regardless of contact lens type, increases the incidence of corneal infection.”
Dr. William Faulkner, who treated Groeschen, said for the media, “Security is the major concern for the eyes, and if contacts are worn overnight, it is something that I would not advocate. The daily-wear disposable contact lenses are by far the safest option for anyone who wears glasses or contacts.”
Other risky behavior by people who use contact lenses are storing the lens covers for an extended period of time beyond what is advised and not changing the solution in the case entirely, meaning they are not completely emptying the case before adding new solution.
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Actress June Lockhart has led an incredible life and has had quite a career in the world of film. The now 97-year-old star has been part of the industry for nearly 80 years.
Lockhart started acting at a young age. Her first ever film is A Christmas Carol, in which she appeared together with her parents in 1938. After landing few minor roles, she was cast as the lead in the critically acclaimed film She-Wolf of London. However, one of her most memorable role has to be the one in Lassie, in which she played a mother and did justice to the role, thus earned critical acclaim for it.
She once described the show as “a fairy tale about people on a farm in which the dog solves all the problems in 22 minutes, in time for the last commercial.”
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Another film which helped Lockhart’s career skyrocket was Lost in Space in which she played the role of Dr. Maureen Robinson.
Her on-screen son, actor Bill Mumy, shared some interesting details about Lockhart, among which that she carried a photo of artist David Bowie around with her. Further, Mumy said, “June is such an interesting character… She is, without a doubt, one of the smartest people I’ve ever met in my life. She is truly a rock & roll goddess. I swear to god. She lives for rock & roll.”
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Lockhart’s work in motion pictures and her work on television brought her two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She received both of them on the same day, February 8, 1960. She has also received the Exceptional Public Achievement Medal by NASA to appreciate her efforts in helping the public become more interested in space.
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Lockhart is the daughter of Gene Lockhart, a Canadian-born entertainer who rose to prominence on Broadway in 1933 with Ah, Wilderness!, and Kathleen Lockhart, an English-born entertainer. Being born to parents who have been involved in the entertainment industry, it didn’t come as a surprise that she chose the same career path for herself, and Lockhart’s two daughters did the same, they followed into their mother’s footsteps and pursued careers in Hollywood. Anne Lockhart and Lizabeth Lockhart, whom June Lockhart has with John Maloney, are both actresses.
Lockhart and Maloney were married from 1951 to 1959. Then, from 1959 to 1970, she was married to John Lindsay.
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”My daughter, Junie, and granddaughter, Christianna, have never let me forget that the first words I ever spoke in movies were: ‘I know, I know–sausages!’ It’s become a family joke and we all shriek with laughter when we watch it now,” she said. “Watching the film has become a family tradition each year. And now, to be able to watch it with my grandchildren—well, who gets to do something like that?,” Lockhart said in 2014.
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During the last couple of years, Lockhart hasn’t made any public appearances and what we know of her is that she is currently living in California.
In one of her interviews, which she have back in 2015, she looked back on her life and said, ”I’ve had many opportunities that just dropped into my lap over the years and I’m glad I was equal to them,” adding, ”I used to think 90, gosh, that’s old. But I feel 55. I’m very fortunate to still be active and working.”
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One thing is certain; despite her advanced age, she hasn’t lost any of her beauty.
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From the moment she appeared on the big screen, Reese Witherspoon became America’s favorite blonde. She starred in a number of movies, but it seems like the role in Legal Blonde was a breakthrough for the young actress.
The portrayal of country music legend June Carter Cash in Walk the Line brought Reese an Oscar for best actress in a leading role.
Reese became a mother at a young age. When she and husband Ryan Phillippe got Ava, she was 23 years old. The couple met two years before they tied the knot in 1999. Four years later, they welcomed their second child, son Deacon.
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In 2011, she tied the knot with her second husband, talent agent Jim Toth. She has always spoken fondly of him, saying that he has been extremely supportive and helping, even giving her ideas of turning books into movies.
Their marriage seemed picture-perfect, but there were rumors that things haven’t been the best between them recently, and sadly, those rumors turned to be true as the actress and Jim are getting divorced.
In a joint statement shared by the couple, they explained, “We have some personal news to share… It is with a great deal of care and consideration that we have made the difficult decision to divorce. We have enjoyed so many wonderful years together and are moving forward with deep love, kindness and mutual respect for everything we have created together.”
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Reese and Jim, who were together for 12 years, share one son together, 10-year-old Tennessee James. The couple explained, “Our biggest priority is our son and our entire family as we navigate this next chapter.” They added: “These matters are never easy and are extremely personal. We truly appreciate everyone’s respect for our family’s privacy at this time.”
According to Forbes, Reese’s net worth is approximately $430 million. In addition, the couple has made quite a bit of money with real estate so there is a lot at stake when it comes to finances in this divorce.
According to a source close to the family who spoke to People, “There’s no drama. This is so hard for both of them. There’s no drama. These decisions are so difficult when there is so much friendship and love there.” The source added that despite the divorce, the former couple “still plan to work together in various capacities as they’ve done in the past.” Jim, for once, is a founding board member of his now ex-wife’s clothing line, Draper James.
According to Marilyn Chinitz, a matrimonial and family law attorney at Blank Rome in New York, Reese and Jim have obviously figured out a smart way of dealing with their shared finances and there won’t be any issues between them when it comes to money and assets. As of their son’s custody, Chinitz, who is not involved in the couple’s divorce, believes they would be cooperative. “I think they ought to be applauded for the way they’ve handled their divorce,” she added.
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Oscar winning actress Jamie Lee Curtis, who is the daughter of Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, knew she wanted to become an actress just like her mother ever since she was still just a child.
After taking some minor roles, Jamie had her breakthrough with John Carpenter’s legendary horror film Halloween when she turned 20. She was so good in the role of Laurie Strode that horror movies became her thing. Halloween established Jamie as a “Scream Queen” and opened the doors for her to a string of parts in horror films such as The Fog, Prom Night, Terror Train (all 1980) and Roadgames (1981).
Following the 2023 Oscar ceremonies, Jamie is a proud new owner of a coveted Academy Award.
“The longing for attention and appreciation for your work is universal,” the actress said. “Whatever job you do, you hope someone appreciates you. And this is a really lovely, shiny gesture of appreciation.”
“My mother and my father were both nominated for Oscars in different categories,” Jamie said. “I just won an Oscar!”
“I know it looks like I’m standing up here by myself, but I am not. I am hundreds of people…we just won an Oscar.”
She won the award for the film Everything Everywhere All at Once, which received seven awards on a landmark night. In her speech, Jamie thanked her family and those who have supported her “genre movies” throughout the years.
During a virtual appearance on the Today Show, Jamie spoke of the entire experience and told the hosts that she’s still in disbelief. When asked whether she has named her Oscar statuette, the actress said that she hadn’t, but she would refer to is as they/them in honor of her transgender daughter, 26-year-old Ruby.
“In support of my daughter Ruby, I’m having them be a they/them,” Jamie told Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb. “I’m just going to call them ‘them’, they/them, and they are doing great.
“They’re settling in.”
Ruby Guest, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Annie Guest attend Universal Pictures World Premiere of “Halloween Ends” on October 11, 2022 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images)
In the past, Jamie has spoken of her feelings regarding her daughter’s decision to live as a transgender person.
“It’s speaking a new language,” she said. “It’s learning new terminology and words. I am new at it. I am not someone who is pretending to know much about it. And I’m going to blow it.
“I’m going to make mistakes. I would like to try to avoid making big mistakes,” she continued.
“You still mess up, I’ve messed up today twice. We’re human.
“But if one person reads this, sees a picture of Ruby and me and says, ‘I feel free to say this is who I am,’ then it’s worth it.”
Ruby works as a video editor for a gaming personality on YouTube and despite coming from a family of very famous actors, she hasn’t tried herself as an actress and has stayed out of the spotlight most of her life.
“I knew Ruby had had a boyfriend. I knew that Ruby had used the word bi. But gender identity and sexual orientation — those are two separate things,” the two-time Golden Globe winner said.
Jamie Lee Curtis winning an Oscar was just something that we have all been waiting for. Well-deserved indeed.
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Melissa McCarthy has to be one of the most hilarious and most talented comedy writers and producers there are. At the same time, she’s an incredibly talented stand-up comedian, a well-known Hollywood actress, and a singer. On top of that, she is also a wife and a mother.
It’s safe to say that Melissa and husband Ben Falcone, who’s also a very successful actor in his own right, are one of the most beloved Hollywood couples. They have been married since 2005 and he never misses a chance to gush about how much he loves her and admires her.
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In 2021, Ben wished Melissa a happy birthday with a lovely photo of the two taken years ago with the caption, “This was taken at a friend’s wedding, maybe 14 years ago. We had a good time. It was a fun wedding, but also Melissa makes everything fun–just by being herself. I’m such a lucky fella to be married to someone so smart, kind, beautiful and crazy funny. Happy birthday Mooch, love you!”
The two starred in Bridesmaids together and have produced a number of movies under their production company, On the Day Productions. Among the rest, they produced Tammy (2014), The Boss (2016), Happytime Murders (2018) and Life of the Party (2018). Recently, they starred together in the Netflix apocalyptic comedy God’s Favorite Idiot created by Ben.
Melissa was placed on the list of 25 Greatest Actors of the 21st Century by The New York Times and was named as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016.
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When people comment on Melissa’s looks and criticize her weight,her husband is always there to remind everyone that she is the most special woman in his life.
When film critic Rex Reed slammed Melissa in a review of Identity Thief, referring to her as a “tractor-sized Melissa McCarthy” and a “gimmick comedian who has devoted her short career to being obese and obnoxious with equal success,” the actress’ cousin, Jenny McCarthy, who is an actress, model and TV personality, stepped up for her. Jenny told E! News, “That’s obnoxious in itself. For anyone to attack like that, it’s just wrong and hurtful, and it doesn’t do anyone any good…” She added, “She’s very very talented and people know that, so…He can go to hell.”
Ben Falcone (L) and Melissa McCarthy attend the Viacom Winter TCA Panels and Party on January 13, 2017 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Joshua Blanchard/Getty Images for Viacom)
Speaking of her weight and how she managed to lose some for the sake of the filming of The Boss, a script she wrote with Ben, Melissa said, “I have, but I’ll be back again. I’ll be up, I’ll be down, probably for the rest of my life. The thing is, if that is the most interesting thing about me, I need to go have a lavender farm in Minnesota and give this up.”
She then added: “There has to be something more. There are so many more intriguing things about women than their butt or their this or their that. It can’t be the first question every time, or a question at all…Can you imagine them asking some of these guys I work with, ‘How do you keep your butt looking so good?’”
Actors Melissa McCarthy and husband Ben Falcone arrive at the premiere of “Tammy” at TCL Chinese Theatre on June 30, 2014 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images)
Referring to the stereotypes, she said, “I want to get rid of constantly categorizing. Lists give somebody a way to shove and tear down women. Those women that are always shown, that we’re all supposed to be like, is like .000009% of human beings. That’s crazy.”
No matter her weight, Melissa McCarthy is an incredibly successful and loved woman. “I told her, ‘I love you every day. But today I love you most of all.’ And it was true,” her husband once wrote of her in an Instagram post.
“There has to be something more. There are so many more intriguing things about women than their butt or their this or their that,” Melissa once said, and we can’t agree more.
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