Russia Appoints Action Star Steven Seagal to 'Facilitate Relations' with United States

On Saturday, the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the news in an official statement posted to itsFacebook page, claiming the 66-year-old actor would be “promoting the further development of Russian-American relations in the humanitarian sphere.” The position—which comes without a paycheck—is centered on the fields of culture, art, and public youth exchanges, paralleling what the agency claimed were United Nations Goodwill Ambassadors, or volunteers tasked with promoting the organization’s work....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 321 words · Patricia Gordon

Russian Journalist Sells Nobel Peace Prize to Anonymous Bidder for Over $103M to Help Ukrainian Child Refugees

Dmitry Muratov.Photo: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov is putting his 2021 Nobel Peace Prize to good use. The sale of Muratov’s medal fetched $103.5 million at auction — and all proceeds will go towards supporting UNICEF’s humanitarian relief efforts for Ukrainian child refugees and their families, Heritage Auctions announced in apress releaseon Tuesday. “Several months ago, we atNovaya Gazetaasked ourselves what we could do to stop the war and help these civilians get their lives back,” Muratov, the editor-in-chief of the newspaper — a “leading advocate for democracy and freedom of expressionin Russia,” per the Nobel Peace Prize organization — said on Monday, when bidding closed to coincide with World Refugee Day....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 545 words · Samantha Valenzuela

Ryan Reynolds Is Excited to Spend Time With His 3 Kids During Acting Break: 'They're Growing Up'

Ryan Reynoldsplans to spend ample time with his children during his brief break from acting. “My kids, they’re growing up faster than time and space would have suggested, so I want to be there,” he added in an interview withAccess Hollywood. “I want to spend some time with them.” The actor noted that he “probably won’t shoot anything until the end of the summer” in 2022 while he spends time with his wifeBlake Livelyand their kids,James, 6,Inez, 5, andBetty, 2....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 380 words · Juan Cruz

Ryan Reynolds Jokes He and Wife Blake Lively Are Finally 'Instagram Official': 'What a Huge Night'

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds.Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Ryan Reynoldshas marked a very special occasion with his wifeBlake Lively. On Wednesday, the 44-year-old actor jokingly made his Instagram debut with his wife of nearly a decade after the couple attended theNew York City premiere of his new filmFree Guy. Sharing two photographs of himself with Lively, 33 on Instagtam — alongside a shot of himself with members of the cast and crew of the movie — Reynoldswrote, “What a huge night for #FreeGuy....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 436 words · John Frost

Ryan Reynolds Says 'the World Looks Different Now' Following the Death of Betty White

Ryan Reynoldshas shared a touching tribute following the death of his friendBetty White. White died on Friday at age 99,PEOPLE has confirmed, just two and a half weeks before she would have celebrated her 100th birthday. “The world looks different now,” Reynoldswrote on Instagramalongside a photo of the iconic comedian. “She was great at defying expectation. She managed to grow very old and somehow, not old enough. We’ll miss you, Betty....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 343 words · Christopher Davis

Ryan Seacrest Rings in the New Year, Plus Jackie Chan, Teyana Taylor and More

01of 100Ringing in the New YearNoam Galai/GettyRyan Seacrest flashes a smile while ringing in 2021 in N.Y.C. on Thursday. 01of 100 Ringing in the New Year Noam Galai/Getty Ryan Seacrest flashes a smile while ringing in 2021 in N.Y.C. on Thursday. 02of 100Party PeopleParas Griffin/GettyTeyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert attend their Black Tie Masquerade Party on New Year’s Eve in Alpharetta, Georgia. 02of 100 Party People Paras Griffin/Getty Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert attend their Black Tie Masquerade Party on New Year’s Eve in Alpharetta, Georgia....

March 16, 2025 · 19 min · 3979 words · Yolanda Moore

Ryan Seacrest's Girlfriend Aubrey Paige Makes Rare Appearance on 'Live' for His Final Show as Co-Host

Seacrest, out! Live with Kelly and Ryanofficially said farewell toRyan Seacreston Friday, with the radio personality and broadcaster joiningKelly Ripafor his last day as co-host after six seasons on the ABC syndicated daytime show. It was an emotional episode, with both Seacrest, 48, and Ripa, 52, tearing up as they reminisced about their time together. But it was also a celebratory hour for Seacrest with his loved ones, including girlfriendAubrey Paige, making a rare appearance to cheer him on....

March 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1114 words · Ashley Beard

Ryan Seacrest's Parents Celebrate 50th Wedding Anniversary: 'Cheers to 50 Years!'

Happy anniversary toRyan Seacrest‘s parents! On Friday, theLive with Kelly and Ryanco-host, 45, posted a loving tribute to his parents, Connie and Gary Seacrest, in celebration of their 50-year marriage. “Mom and dad, then and now. Cheers to 50 years! #HappyAnniversary,” he wrote. The Ryan Seacrest Foundation also honored the couple. “An inspiration to us all. Happy #50Years to Connie & Gary!” the foundation’s official Instagram account wrote alongside the image of Connie and Gary walking down the aisle after saying, “I do....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 370 words · James Decker

Róisín Murphy Shares Statement After Transphobic Facebook Comment: 'I Will Now Bow Out of This Conversation'

Roisin Murphy performs in July 2023 in Milan, Italy.Photo:Sergione Infuso/Corbis via Getty Sergione Infuso/Corbis via Getty The Irish singer — who has previously acknowledged she’s been regarded asa “gay icon”— said she had stepped “out of line” in a statementshe posted to X(formerly known as Twitter) on Tuesday. “I have been thrown into a very public discourse in an arena I’m uncomfortable in and deeply unsuitable for. I cannot apologise enough for being the reason for this eruption of damaging and potentially dangerous social-media fire and brimstone....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 289 words · Kelsey Walker

Sabrina Carpenter Covers Taylor Swift's 'I Knew You Were Trouble' Before Resuming Eras Tour Together

Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter in Newark in September 2023.Photo:John Shearer/Getty John Shearer/Getty Sabrina Carpenteris reimagining one of her superstar touring mate’s biggest hits. The “Nonsense” singer-songwriter, 24, released her own stripped-down cover ofTaylor Swift’s “I Knew You Were Trouble” as part of the Spotify Singles series on the streaming service — ahead of returning to the Eras Tour as its opening act next year. Carpenter’s rendition of the hitRedalbum cut features simple acoustic instrumentation and her warm vocals — a far cry from Swift’s EDM-influenced original version....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 343 words · Brian Sanchez

Sadie Robertson Praises Husband Christian Huff for Saying Her Stretch Marks Are 'So Cool'

Sadie Robertsonis calling on her fans to practice self-love, flaws and all. “‘Whoa babe your stretch marks are so cool’ — things husbands say,” the reality star, 22,began her caption. “I’m finding it’s pretty cool that the things I was insecure about my husband thinks are the best.” “But when I really start to think about it, i think that the things most people are insecure about are the things we think are the best on the ones we love,” she mused....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 439 words · Mary Young

Salma Hayek Splashes Around in the Pool in a Barbie-Inspired Plunging Pink Swimsuit

Salma Hayek.Photo:Salma Hayek/Instagram Salma Hayek/Instagram Salma Hayekis a fashion queen in the water as well as out!TheMagic Mike’s Last Dancestar, 56, brightened up the social media feed on Sunday as she posted photos of herselfin a bold pink swimsuitwhile going for a dip in a swimming pool on Instagram. “Enjoyed the great blessings of sun 🌞 water 💧 and love ❤️ #grateful,” Hayek captioned. In the photos shared, the stunning actress was seen modeling a Barbie pink plunging one-piece with wide straps as she wore her hair loosely....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 363 words · Michelle Jones

Samantha Harris Says She Is 'Healthier Than Ever' After Surviving Breast Cancer (EXCLUSIVE)

Photo: Courtesy Samantha Harriswas changing for a workout in October 2013 when she felt a lump on her breast. “I immediately saw my OB-GYN, she told me it was nothing. A month later I saw my internist, he told me it was nothing,” the formerDancing With the Starscohost recalls in this week’s issue of PEOPLE. Despite getting no answers, Harris couldn’t shake the feeling that something was seriously wrong, and in March 2014 a visit to a surgical oncologist led to a diagnosis of stage 2 breast cancer....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 284 words · Patrick Harrison