Dylan Dreyer Files to Divorce Husband

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The Today Show viewers have followed Dylan Dreyer for many years.

They've followed her through the births of all three of her children.

Last year, Today's audience learned about her separation from her husband after over a decade of marriage.

Now, that separation is a divorce.

During an awkward 'Today' segment, Dylan Dreyer dives right into the end of her marriage after a colleague brings it up. (Image Credit: NBC)

From separation to divorce

Eight months ago, Dreyer and her husband, Brian Fichera, separated.

Since then, she has gotten an earful of a lot of people's opinions on how she should make decisions with her family.

On March 10, Us Weekly reports, Dreyer filed for divorce.

The report details that she and her three children have moved.

Specifically, she and 9-year-old Calvin, 6-year-old Oliver, and 4-year-old Russell are now reportedly residing in Long Island.

"They are thriving in their new town, and the kids are happy," dished the inside source.

"They have a great new routine," praised the insider.

"She loves her job," the source affirmed, "and loves that she can be home with the kids after school."

The insider added: "She's very involved."

The report doesn't throw her ex under the bus, either.

It's cold! A blizzard had Dylan Dreyer reporting from extreme cold once again. (Image Credit: NBC)

'She kind of put that aside and focused on the kids'

According to the report, Dreyer and Fichera make a point to "do a lot together" for their children's sake.

"The split was painful," the source acknowledged.

"And," the insider continued, "Dylan struggled with the idea of starting over and having this new life after being married for so many years."

The source added: "But with time, she kind of put that aside and focused on the kids."

According to that same report, Dreyer has also been receiving "a lot of support" from her colleagues at The Today Show.

Last year, after news of the separation broke, Dreyer addressed the situation on Instagram.

"For many years I have shared my family with you all — the highs and the lows. The ups and downs," she wrote. "And all of the blessings and beautiful memories in between."

Dreyer expressed: "I am incredibly grateful for the support and love you've given me throughout it all."

She continued: "For that reason, I want to share with you that a few months ago, Brian and I made the decision to separate. We began as friends, and we will remain the closest of friends."

Dreyer emphasized: "Most importantly, we will continue to co-parent our three wonderful boys together with nothing but love and respect for one another. Thank you as always for your support."

Surprise! Dylan Dreyer announced that she was pregnant with her first child on The Today Show. (Image Credit: NBC)

Some 'Today' fans became parasocial about this

Ending a marriage after 12 years is not a decision that people enter lightly.

But from the "feedback" that some Today Show viewers have been sending her way, you'd think that she'd woken up one morning and decided to turn her life upside down.

It is natural for people to feel that the familiar faces whom they see on their screens day in and day out are their "friends." But they aren't. This is a parasocial bond — an illusion.

(This is extra tricky when it comes to programming like Today, which often serves as "company" for viewers.)

Unfortunately, people feeling like they "know" Dreyer led some of them to harass her over this decision. That's unfair.

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Dakota Mortensen Warned ABC Execs About Taylor Frankie Paul’s Abuse … They …

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As we previously reported, Taylor Frankie Paul is being investigated in connection with domestic violence allegations made by her former partner Dakota Mortensen.

Details about the allegations are scarce at the moment, but the situation is serious enough that Hulu felt the need to pause production on Paul's reality show, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.

The timing couldn't be worse for ABC, as the network is currently promoting the upcoming season of The Bachelorette, on which Paul will star.

Taylor Frankie Paul attends the Los Angeles Premiere and FYC Event of Hulu's "The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives" Season 2 at Paramount Studios on May 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Araya Doheny/Getty Images)

The network has already sunk tens of millions into productionn and promotion, and The Bachelorette is one of their biggest hits.

So you can be sure that pulling the season completely would be a last resort.

But there might come a time when ABC is left with no choice. The Bachelorette is already losing sponsors over the Taylor situation.

And now, TMZ is reporting that Mortensen reached out to the network to try to warn them about Paul's past, but his allegations fell on deaf ears.

Taylor Paul attends the 2025 TIME100 Creators Launch Party at Gansevoort Rooftop on July 10, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images for TIME)

"Dakota had conversations with Bachelorette producers before she started filming to warn them about her behavior and past abuse … but production pressed forward," the outlet claims.

Needless to say, that's not a good look for the network. And it's the sort of revelation that might eventually force execs to take action.

For her part, Taylor is doing her best to steer clear of the scandal as she promotes her season of The Bachelorette, which begins next week.

"Honestly, it's been a heavy time, to see the headlines, especially during this time of The Bachelorette being released, it's supposed to be a really exciting time," she said during an appearance on Good Morning America on Wednesday.

Taylor Paul attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Julian Hamilton/Getty Images)

"I'm a person that will always speak my truth. That's what I'm known for. And when the time is right, I will be. But right now, just trying to be in the present moment and focus on this.

Taylor went on to note that her kids "come first" and the experience of raising her children while promoting The Bachelorette and managing her current scandal has been "stressful."

The interviewer stated that GMA had reached out to Dakota for comment but had not received a response.

Asked about the production pause on Secret Lives, Taylor side-stepped the question, stating, "I don't call the shots on production."

Clearly, this is not Taylor's favorite topic of conversation — but it seems unlikely to go away anytime soon.

We will have further updates on this developing story as new information becomes available.

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Amy Winehouse’s Ex-Husband Blake Fielder-Civil Breaks Silence: I Didn’t Kill …

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It's been 15 years since Amy Winehouse was found dead in her London apartment.

At the time, many blamed her ex-husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, for the descent into addiction that eventually claimed her life.

Now, Fielder-Civil is speaking out for the first time about his role in Amy's final days.

Singer Amy Winehouse kisses fiance Blake Fielder-Civil during day 1 of the Coachella Music Festival held at the Empire Polo Field on April 27, 2007 in Indio, California. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

In an interview on the "We Need to Talk" podcast, Blake denied any wrongdoing, insisting that "Amy had agency" right up to the very end of her life.

"My stance now is that I know a lot of people, especially people reading media 20 years ago, would have an idea that Amy's passing is my responsibility," he said.

"As I've always said, I never shirk from any responsibility. If I've done something, I'll put my hand up to it."

Blake recalled meeting Amy at a pub in London in 2001, and he remembered believing that she was a "beautiful woman."

While they descended into more serious substance abuse together, Blake maintains that he did not lead Amy down that path.

"Amy herself had agency. And that is in no way at all disrespecting her by saying that, but Amy did what she wanted to do," he said.

"And even though the drinking had started to hurt her, she carried on… She's actually a very strong woman."

To the end, he says, he regarded Amy as his best friend.

"These are memories which are hard for me to revisit. It's hard for me, 'cause she's not here still. That was my best mate, and we were happy. And the drugs was a side of it, eventually," he said.

"[But] our love had nothing to do with addiction. And addiction had nothing to do with our love. That's where it went. It wasn't who we were."

Fielder-Civil admitted to giving Winehouse heroin for the first time, but he says they were both equally complicit in one another's substance abuse.

Musician Amy Winehouse (L) and husband musician Blake Fielder-Civil (R) arrive to the 2007 MTV Movie Awards held at the Gibson Amphitheatre on June 3, 2007 in Universal City, California. (Photo by Vince Bucci/Getty Images for MTV)

He notes that Amy's addiction was actually at its worst while he was briefly imprisoned for a bar fight.

"I never blamed a person that gave me drugs for the first time. I've never tried to put that on anyone. Why would I?" he said.

"I never understood, do these people think that I forced Amy to do drugs? That's just not what happened… I'm not shirking responsibility, but this idea of daily facilitating, no. I wasn't the dealer."

Winehouse and Fielder-Civil divorced in 2009, but they remained close until her death, speaking regularly during his incarceration.

Blake was in jail when Amy passed away from alcohol poisoning, but he insists that he "would've never in a million years have let her just sit and get drunk all day."

He was unable to attend her funeral due to his imprisonment.

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Is Christina Haack Engaged AGAIN? Here’s How She Explains Her New Bling

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Is that an engagement ring?

Christina Haack has never gone this long without being married since the public first knew her.

Now, after about a year and a half with her new man, is it time?

She recently stepped out wearing a Cartier ring on that finger. What does she have to say for herself?

Christina Haack attends HGTV's first-ever event at the Bachelor Mansion to Celebrate "Bachelor Mansion Takeover" at The Bachelor Mansion on March 12, 2026. Notice that ring on her finger? (Photo Credit: Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for HGTV)

There's a ring, and presumably a story behind it

Recently, headlines have speculated about Christina's relationship status.

The ring on her left ring finger — typically the finger that houses an engagement ring, a wedding band, or both — had drawn eyes.

HGTV viewers have seen her marriages to Tarek El Moussa, to Ant Anstead, and worst of all, to Josh Hall.

More recently, she has been dating Christopher Larocca. They began dating in autumn 2024.

It is only natural that fans would wonder if they are engaged. But some may have jumped the gun.

During the fifth episode of 'The Flip Off,' Christina Haack faces off with her competition. (Image Credit: HGTV)

On Sunday, March 15, Christina Haack took to her Instagram Story to call out a headline.

"Christina Haack flashes a ring on her wedding finger as she says she WOULD get married again… after 3 divorces," read a headline.

Sure enough, she was sporting a ring in the photo.

The photo stemmed from Christina's attendance of a March 12 event, HGTV's Bachelor Mansion Takeover.

Christina's response? An eyeroll emoji alongside the words: "Bad reporting."

Addressing the confessional camera on 'The Flip Off,' Christina Haack discusses her miscalculations. (Image Credit: HGTV)

So what's with the ring?

To be clear, Christina was wearing a ring at the event.

In her Story post, she explained that it was a special piece of jewelry — one that she had purchased for herself, years ago.

"That ring (that I've worn for almost 10 years) is a Cartier love ring (a gift to myself) with my kids' initials," she shared.

"And 'Marriage is just not on my radar right now,' was my exact quote," Christina specified.

Oof!

During the first teaser trailer for The Flip Off, star Christina Haack tells her ex-husband that she has just officially split with her most recent husband. (Image Credit: HGTV)

From 2009 until their very public split in 2018, Christina was married to Tarek El Moussa.

Later in 2018, she and Ant Anstead married, splitting in 2021.

In 2021, she married Joshua Hall.

That pretty famously did not last, as we have all witnessed from their very public and contentious divorce.

This relationship with Christopher Larocca is the longest — by far — that the public has seen her go without being married. That is very wise of her.

On 'The Flip Off,' Christina Haack voices the feeling that her most recent ex is hoping to 'retire' off of her after their marriage, which spanned less than three years. (Image Credit: HGTV)

Everyone needs time to be themselves

Christina's fans are hoping that she will take some time to be herself for a while before she remarries — if she remarries at all.

She has admitted to doing some "stupid things," romantically speaking, since her split with Tarek.

(That's not a nice way to refer to Josh … we're joking!)

No one's saying (where we've seen, anyway) that Christopher isn't a good dude or potential marriage material.

It's just that Christina doesn't need a husband, right? Fans don't think so, anyway. But ultimately, only she gets to decide that.

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‘The Bachelorette’ Loses Major Advertiser Over Taylor Frankie Paul Allegations

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For ABC, the timing couldn't be worse.

Less than one week before Taylor Frankie Paul's debut as The Bachelorette, the reality TV vet — who got her start on Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives — is at the center of a growing scandal.

Paul and ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen are being investigated for domestic abuse, and the situation is so serious that Secret Lives producers decided to shut down production.

Taylor Paul attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

Now, ABC might be at the start of a mass exodus of advertisers. TMZ is now reporting that Cinnabon has ended its promotional partnership with The Bachelorette in response to Taylor's legal issues.

"Recent developments and allegations surrounding the lead cast member led us to reassess this collaboration as it no longer aligns with our brand values," the brand said in a statement.

ABC is reluctant to pull the plug on this season, having already invested tens of millions in production and promotion.

But if advertisers continue to bail, they might be left with no choice. And on top of all of this, there's a chance that Taylor could wind up facing criminal charges.

And in that event, it would be a really bad look for ABC to continue plastering her likeness everywhere as they promote her season of The Bachelorette.

Taylor Frankie Paul attends SiriusXM's Radio Andy Presentation: Town Hall with the cast of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" at SiriusXM Studios on May 08, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images for SiriusXM)

Authorities have confirmed that the investigation remains open, with allegations reportedly made by both parties following incidents that unfolded in late February.

These days, those closest to Paul are not hiding their concern.

"We're all worried for Taylor's well-being," one source told People, adding that they hope she "gets the help she needs."

The same report claims that Paul has continued to stay in frequent contact with Mortensen — including late-night calls that sometimes occur between 10 p.m. and 3 a.m.

While the nature of those conversations is unclear, the situation has raised eyebrows among those who know her best.

This is not the first time Paul's relationship with Mortensen has drawn serious attention.

Taylor Frankie Paul attends Hulu's Get Real House at Casa Lago on April 22, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)

In 2023, she was arrested following a separate alleged domestic violence incident involving him.

At the time, she faced multiple misdemeanor charges, including assault, after an altercation in which a chair was allegedly thrown and struck her daughter.

She later entered a plea agreement tied to an aggravated assault charge, with other charges dismissed.

Now, with a new investigation underway, those past events are once again part of the broader conversation surrounding her current situation.

Not surprisingly, the men who competed for Taylor's heart this season are not thrilled with the situation.

"They're extremely disappointed. They felt betrayed when they found this out because they all went into this to genuinely get to know Taylor," a source tells People.

We will have further updates on this developing story as new information becomes available.

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June Shannon & Family Explode Over Rift: Why Can’t Anna’s Daughters See …

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Some family drama is petty.

But sometimes, it's life-altering for the innocents caught in the middle.

The family is still grieving after Anna Cardwell's passing.

Her daughters haven't seen each other in over a year. Who's fault is that?

Lauryn Shannon, Mama June Shannon, and Alana Thompson discuss a major family issue. (Image Credit: Entertainment Tonight/YouTube)

This rift has innocents caught in the middle

On Monday, March 16, Mama June and multiple other relatives put Michael Cardwell and his wife, London Smith, on blast.

In 2023, Anna Cardwell died at the age of 29. She left behind two young daughters, Kaitlyn and Kylee. The girls are half-sisters, with different fathers.

Kylee went to live with her father. Kaitlyn, however, went to live with June — meaning a separation from her sister. June and Michael had a whole custody battle about it.

Both Kaitlyn and Anna had considered Michael to be Kaitlyn's father. The courts, however, don't see it that way.

Earlier this month, Kaitlyn — who is now 13 — told Entertainment Tonight that is has been over a year since she saw her younger sister.

Following the interview, June reinforced her existing support for Kaitlyn.

She took to TikTok to explain that Kaitlyn is expressing "her own thoughts" and "her own feelings."

(In other words, refuting any assumptions that Kaitlyn is just playing along with a family narrative, for reality TV drama or whatever.)

According to June, she has repeatedly set aside differences with Michael, even when he and London moved to Alabama after they married in 2024.

"I'm not obligated to any-f–king-body but these children, which is Kylee and Kaitlyn," June asserted. "They're my blood!"

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Everyone has SO much to say on the topic

On Monday, March 16, Lauryn Shannon expanded upon the topic in a lengthy Facebook post.

She alleged that she and the rest of her family have "tried everything" to contact Kylee, having been unable to see her in almost two years.

She alleged that they have been "pushed out" by the couple, despite promises to the contrary.

"Every time they come to [Georgia] they expect Kaitlyn to be able to visit with them but never Kylee to visit with us," Lauryn accused. "It's on their terms and conditions."

"ANNA DIDN'T ASK FOR THIS!!" Lauryn went on to write. "SHE WANTED THE GIRLS TOGETHER ALWAYS!!!" 

13-year-old Kaitlyn Cardwell is growing up so quickly! (Image Credit: WEtv)

Alana Thompson also participated in the conversation, urging her fellow adults to "put their differences aside and stop letting personal feelings get in the way of family."  

She affirmed: "We all know how much Anna loved her girls and how important family was to her. Anyone who really knew her knows she would never want them kept apart because adults can't get over their problems."

Alana emphasized: "The girls deserve to have each other, and they deserve to grow up knowing their family without all this extra drama."

She then reasoned: "At the end of the day this isn't about who's right or wrong, it's about doing what's best for the kids. And honestly, that should come before pride, before feelings, and before anything else." 

This is not the first time that Alana has seemed to be the most reasonable and mature member of the family.

Mama June Shannon sits with Jessica, Lauryn, and Alana to discuss a family rift. (Image Credit: Entertainment Tonight/YouTube)

Who really cut off communications?

Meanwhile, Michael's mother, Tonya, has claimed that Kaitlyn and Kylee's visits only ended in September 2024 due to Mama June allegedly no longer responding to her.

Obviously, this is a very different story than what June and her family are saying.

London, also, claimed that the family has stopped trying to contact them — saying that Michael only stopped messaging Kaitlyn after June stopped replying to his messages.

This sounds like an absolute mess.

We don't know who's right, except that it's clear that at least some of these folks are wrong. We all wish that Kylee and Kaitlyn could spend more time together. They are sisters, after all.

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Jesse James Defends Adult Film Star Wife Bonnie Rotten Following Domestic Violence …

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Reality star Jesse James is no stranger to toxic relationships.

Of course, usually he's the toxic one in said relationship, but it sounds like he might have finally met his match.

James is currently married to adult film star and gun rights activist Bonnie Rotten, who was arrested earlier this week on domestic violence charges.

Television personality Jesse James attends the premiere of "Infamous" at DGA Theater October 9, 2006 in New York City. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Getty Images)

According to TMZ, Rotten — whose real name is Alaina James — was arrested for a "warrantless/on-view" offense, meaning authorities witnessed the alleged incident or had probable cause at the scene.

Her bond was set at $3000, and it seems that Jesse was more than happy to come and bail her out. He even boasted about it on Instagram.

"The devil doesn't always come with horns—sometimes it shows up exactly how you like it," James captioned a photo of Rotten.

Now, that doesn't sound like a great compliment — in fact, it sounds like the sort of thing some would say in order to warn you that the devil can assume forms that are pleasing to the human eye.

But we don't think Jesse meant it that way.

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He seems to be saying that Bonnie is demonic, and that's a good thing.

Given his history as an adulterous Nazi, we don't expect James to take a traditional view of good and bad behavior.

But even, so "yep, she's a devil!" probably isn't the kind of reassurance his fans were looking for following Bonnie's arrest.

Bonnie has since issued her own statement on the matter, and while she doesn't deny any wrongdoing, she says that she and Jesse are determined to work things out.

"This was an unfortunate situation. Jesse picked me up from jail," she wrote on her social media pages.

"We love each other and want to make it work. We had a quiet family night at home and are seeking help in areas we need and will have no further comment at this time."

Rotten is James' fifth wife, and their relationship has been tumultuous from the start.

TV personality Jesse James arrive at the 2011 Art Of Elysium "Heaven" Gala held at the California Science Center on January 15, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for Art of Elysium)

She filed for divorce just a few months after they tied the knot back in 2022, alleging that James had cheated on her.

She later withdrew her petitiuon, only to refile a few weeks later, claiming that James had slapped and punched her.

Jesse, meanwhile, accused his wife of "trying to break his finger and poking a hole in his neck with her fingernails."

The couple welcomed their first –and, thus far — and only child together, a son named Bishop, back in 2023.

We will have further updates on this developing story as new information becomes available.

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