Kyle Cooke Defends Ex-Wife Amanda Batula Following Affair Reveal: ‘She’s Not …

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After weeks of rumors, we learned on Tuesday that Amanda Batula and West Wilson are in a relationship.

The reaction to the romance between these Summer House stars has been almost as harsh as the response to Vanderpump Rules‘ Scandoval, which comes as no surprise.

After all, Amanda just ended her marriage to Kyle Cooke a few months ago, and West previously dated her best friend, Ciara Miller.

Ciara Miller, Amanda Batula, Carl Radke, Jesse Solomon, Paige DeSorbo, West Wilson, Kyle Cooke, Lindsay Hubbard, Gabby Prescod, Imrul Hassan, Lexi Wood (Bravo)

No one cheated, exactly, but it’s a very messy situation.

But unlike the Scandoval, in which everyone wound up pissed off at everyone else, Amanda and West are already receiving support from an unlikely source.

Yes, Kyle is speaking out and defending his ex amid a tidal wave of online criticism.

Cooke is pushing back against cyberbullying directed at her following the revelation that she’s gone West.

In a video posted to TikTok on Wednesday, Cooke addressed the harassment Batula has faced since she acknowledged her relationship with West.

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“I’ve talked to her before they put the statement out, she gave me a heads-up, and I talked to her last night,” Cooke said.

“I understand people have all sorts of opinions, and I’m not justifying any behavior, but from where I’m standing, she’s kind of getting cyber-bullied.”

He noted that he wasn’t terribly shocked “evidence started piling up” about Amanda and West quite a while ago.

Kyle added that he’s been “trying to give everybody the benefit of the doubt,” he admitted that it’s a “mental mindf— for me because there’s still so much that we’re watching [on season 10] from the summer.”

Now, Kyle isn’t claiming that everything was on the up and up with Amanda and West.

Amanda Batula and West Wilson are officially the most controversial couple on Bravo. (Bravo)

He says he’s shocked by “how handsy” Wilson was with Batula on Summer House Season 10, which filmed while Amanda and Kyle were still married and is currently airing on Bravo.

“I’m obviously frustrated. I’m obviously disappointed in her, but just hearing her and how unwell she is, [having] dark thoughts, I just ask people to maybe let off the gas a little bit with the cyberbullying and hate.”

He concluded by saying, “What she did was wrong, and she’s trying to come to terms with it, but she is not well.”

For their part, Amanda and West have remained silent following the backlash to their initial statement.

That might be for the best.

Kyle Cooke Defends Ex-Wife Amanda Batula Following Affair Reveal: ‘She’s Not … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Mother Arrested After Stabbing Death of 10-Month-Old Infant

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A grisly crime has left even seasoned investigators at a loss for words.

Authorities have arrested a woman after the brutal stabbing death of her 10-month-old.

So much of this case is bewildering to investigators.

She’s facing first-degree murder charges. And, if convicted, she may face the death penalty.

34-year-old Ciara Frederick appears in this mugshot after allegedly stabbing her 10-month-old baby to death. (Photo Credit: Buncombe County Sheriff’s Department)

Barnardsville has a population of just a little over 500

Last week, a horror story unfolded in an extremely small community in Western North Carolina.

Buncombe County is one of the more populous and oft-visited of NC’s 100 counties.

Each year, even after the devastation of Hurricane Helene, thousands of people flock to Asheville and surrounding towns for tourist attractions, restaurants, and more.

About 20 miles away, in a remote region of the same county, is Barnardsville, a small community east of Flat Creek, which has a population of hundreds.

On Thursday, March 26, just after 2 PM, the sheriff’s office responded to a call — reporting an unthinkable stabbing on Rocala Drive. County EMS and the local fire department also responded.

WLOS footage shows the home on Rocala Drive in Barnardsville where the fateful stabbing took place. (Image Credit: WLOS)

On the scene, first responders found 10-month-old Enoch Chappell suffering from fatal stab wounds.

EMS rushed the infant to Mission Hospital.

Unfortunately, doctors were unable to save his life. He was pronounced dead.

The baby’s mother, 34-year-old Ciara Frederick, was arrested.

She is charged with first-degree murder and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon.

If convicted, she could face the death penalty

The murder charge and one of the counts of assault with a deadly weapon stem from the brutal stabbing death of her baby.

The second charge of assault with a deadly weapon, WLOS reports, stem from allegedly assaulting a man with a fixed blade.

Frederick allegedly chased him down the driveway of the property on Rocala Drive.

Without knowing the context, one can only infer that the assaults are related in some way. We do not know the precise order of events.

She is now in custody at the Buncombe County Detention Facility and, in light of the level of violence and her potential sentence (the judge warned her that she may face the death penalty), she is being held without bond.

The residence on Rocala Drive is now surrounded by police tape to preserve grisly evidence. (Image Credit: WLOS)

Obviously, there are numerous aspects of this crime that remain unknown.

Stabbings are as old as knives. Infanticides predate humanity itself.

But it is rare for infanticides to be the result of a stabbing. Perhaps 5% of of homicides against newborns and babies involve any kind of sharp implement.

We do not know who the man whom Frederick allegedly assaulted is, or what the course of events was on that fateful Thursday.

Speculation about her mental health — a notorious factor in infanticides — and possible motives would simply be irresponsible until we know more.

Horrified by the findings in Barnardsville, Buncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller discusses the tragic murder. (Image Credit: WLOS)

‘Our hearts are broken’

“Our hearts and thoughts are with everyone impacted by this tragedy,” Buncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller announced.

“Members of the Barnardsville Fire Department and Buncombe County EMS did everything they could to save this child’s life,” he praised.

“And for that,” he affirmed, “we are grateful.”

Sheriff Miller expressed: “Our hearts are broken.”

This is only the second homicide that the Buncombe County sheriff’s office has investigated in 2026.

Mother Arrested After Stabbing Death of 10-Month-Old Infant was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Is Jim Carrey a Clone? Ex Jenny McCarthy Weighs In

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It’s no secret that Jenny McCarthy espouses a lot of unhinged, dangerous beliefs with no basis in science.

So when oddball “cloning” rumors about Jim Carrey circulated earlier this year, some dreaded her commentary.

The two of them were a serious item for half a decade.

Does she believe that her ex has been replaced by some sort of weird Hollywood clone?

While receiving an honor on stage, Jim Carrey gives thanks to his loved ones — especially his girlfriend. (Image Credit: Canal+)

He was ‘unrecognizable’ at a French award show

Earlier this year, Jim Carrey delivered a speech in French at the César Awards.

He had practiced for months ahead of time.

However, something about his appearance threw off fans in a borderline Capgras syndrome manner.

Some accused him of being (or, rather, of sending) an imposter to the awards show.

Others brought up one of the looniest Hollywood conspiracy theories: human cloning.

Notorious anti-vaccine influencer and former Playboy model Jenny McCarthy speaks on a podcast in January 2026. (Image Credit: YouTube)

People caught up with Jenny McCarthy at the iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026.

There, they delicately asked her about the conspiracy theories that claim that someone had “replaced” Jim Carrey with a “clone.”

McCarthy quickly quashed that claim.

She assured that she has no doubt whatsoever that “it was definitely Jim Carrey” attending the award show.

Instead of dwelling upon his alleged “unrecognizable” appearance, she focused upon what mattered: how happy he looked.

In the audience, Jim Carrey sat through a jarringly French award show performance. (Image Credit: Canal+)

Not a clone, definitely very happy

“He looked very happy at that award show,” McCarthy praised.

“And,” she expressed, “I was happy for him.”

His joy, and not minute changes to his appearance, were what caught her attention.

“That’s the first thing I noticed,” McCarthy emphasized.

She recalled: “I said, ‘Oh wow, Jim looks really happy.’”

On stage in Paris, Jim Carrey spoke French to the crowd — after practicing for months. (Image Credit: Canal+)

Donnie Wahlberg, McCarthy’s husband, echoed his wife’s response.

“You know, that’s the part that, sadly, people miss,” he lamented.

“We’re so obsessed with how he looks,” Wahlberg commented, “that we didn’t consider how happy he looked.”

It is not often that we get a chance to say this, but we’re glad that this is an opportunity for it:

Thank you for saying something so sensible, Donnie Wahlberg.

On a podcast, Jenny McCarthy speaks about the “concoctions” that she mixes for alleged health reasons. (Image Credit: YouTube)

It’s good of her to back up her ex

Conspiracy theories are harmful.

It’s not just about this. But, despite some unhinged beliefs, human cloning is not yet real or viable.

Perpetuating the idea that this technology — which could be life-saving if real, allowing the production of an infinite supply of replacement organs and blood — makes people lose touch with reality.

And frankly, suggesting that a man’s face looks “so different” that he must be a clone or some other imposter is just mean.

There are rare cases of body doubles and disguised celebrities. They’re very unusual, and they don’t speak at award shows.

Is Jim Carrey a Clone? Ex Jenny McCarthy Weighs In was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Anne Burrell Death Photos Show Chilling Scene With Scattered Pills, Medicine Bottles

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It’s been almost ten months since Food Network star Anne Burrell passed away at the age of 55.

While Burrell’s death has been ruled a suicide, there’s still a good deal of mystery surrounding the circumstances of her final hours.

Now, new photos taken by first responders have been released, and they paint a chilling portrait of a life that ended in despair.

We have new information about the final hours of Food Network star Anne Burrell. (YouTube/Food Network)

Photos obtained by Page Six show pills and several empty medicine bottles scattered through Burrell’s home, a discovery that is now at the center of law enforcement’s ongoing investigation into her death.

While medical examiners believe Burrell committed suicide, police have yet to publicly announce what, if any, role the pills might have played in Burrell’s death.

Her cause of death is officially listed as “acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine.”

Representatives for the chef’s family have declined to comment on the newly released photos or what they may mean.

Burrell had spent decades building a high-profile career as a chef, television personality, and mentor to up-and-coming culinary talent.

Prior to her death in 2025, Anne Burrell appeared on several Food Network shows. (YouTube/Food Network)

Her sense of humor and culinary expertise made her a familiar face to fans of cooking shows across networks.

In the wake of her death, tributes have poured in from colleagues, friends, and fans, many of them offering warm memories of her generous spirit and passion for food.

With these new photos now circulating publicly, the focus has turned even more sharply to uncovering the full circumstances surrounding her passing.

At this stage, investigators have not provided explanations about the pills or medicine bottles photographed inside the home.

Prior to her tragic death, Anne Burrell was one of the Food Network’s brightest stars. (YouTube/Food Network)

After launching the Food Network’s Worst Cooks In America in 2010, Burrell was not asked back to host the show’s 27th season in 2023.

She made a brief return for the show’s 29th season, just months before her death.

As authorities continue their work, what’s clear is that this is a deeply sad and complicated situation, one that has left loved ones and fans seeking answers in the midst of profound grief.

While photos taken at the scene of Burrell’s death have shed new light on the circumstances of her final hours, they still don’t tell the whole story.

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

Anne Burrell Death Photos Show Chilling Scene With Scattered Pills, Medicine Bottles was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Prince Harry’s Flirtatious Texts to Female Journalist Revealed During Trial

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These days, Prince Harry is a SoCal-based husband and father, who’s probably in bed by 10 every night after performing an elaborate skincare routine.

But in his single days, the “spare” prince took full advantage of the fact that he was not as heavily burdened by responsibility as his older brother, William.

In fact, there was a time, not all that long ago, when Harry was exchanging texts with a female journalist who playfully nicknamed him “Mr. Mischief.”

According to Prince Harry, he wants to get into acting to capitalize on the American obsession with royals. This is a joke. (Image Credit: CBS)

As you’re probably aware, Harry has been involved in a lot of privacy lawsuits against major media outlets in recent months.

And this week, a closing hearing in his trial against the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday publisher Associated Newspapers yielded some surprising info about the Prince’s past.

In messages from 2011 and 2012, Harry exchanged some very flirty messages with a journalist named Charlotte Griffiths.

“It’s H, in case u were confused by name and picture!!! X,” he wrote in one message dated Dec. 4, 2011.

“What a fun weekend of naughtiness — can’t we all get up to no good in the countryside every weekend damn it?? Smooches,” Griffiths replied before referring to Harry as “Mr. Mischief.”

Harry added that it was “the best of those weekends I’ve been to” and then asked about his new nickname, writing:

“Mr mischief? How do I get that title … l was surely no worse than anyone else!!”

He then griped that he had to “make polite conversation with strange people at a dinner” while “begging them for money for charity.”

So yeah, even when Harry is partying with friends, he still has to perform certain royal duties. No wonder he was so happy to leave the UK!

In other texts, Griffith referred to Harry as “H bomb” (her talent for coming up with nicknames is top-tier), and wrote that “we missed you so much at Arthur’s last week.”

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Now, obviously, all of this took place well before Harry met and married Meghan.

So there’s nothing terribly salacious about this story. But the Harry-hating sectors of the British tabloid press (which have grown in size, possibly in response to his lawsuits) are already acting like this is some sort of major scandal

And it’s more than a little ironic, that Harry’s past is being exposed due to a lawsuit that he filed in order to protect his privacy — another reminder of why so many public figures just tolerate slander.

While closing arguments were delivered on Tuesday, no verdict has been rendered in Harry’s lawsuit against the Mail.

And neither he nor Charlotte has spoken publicly about their text exchanges.

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

Prince Harry’s Flirtatious Texts to Female Journalist Revealed During Trial was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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‘Masked Singer’ Finale to Be Interrupted By Trump Speech: When Will We Find …

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Fans tuning in for The Masked Singer tonight will be in for an unexpected detour — one that has nothing to do with unmasking the winner.

During the highly anticipated two-hour Season 14 finale, the broadcast will be interrupted so Fox can air a scheduled address by President Donald Trump.

If it starts at the scheduled time, the 9 pm speech will cut into the episode at about its halfway point.

The season finale of ‘The Masked Singer’ will be interrupted by a presidential address. (YouTube/Fox)

And fans are understandably concerned about what will happen when this primetime entertainment event clashes with what could be a historical political moment.

Network officials have already confirmed the plan, noting that regular programming will pause once the address begins.

That means viewers waiting for the final performances — and the crowning of the newest winner beneath the mask — will have to sit tight until the speech concludes and the show returns.

But it seems that the wait won’t be a very long one.

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a visit to the Fort Bragg U.S. Army base on February 13, 2026 in Fort Bragg, North Carolina. (Photo by Nathan Howard/Getty Images)

Per Deadline, networks have been informed that the speech will only last about 20 minutes.

Thus, the Singer broadcast will be paused so that Fox can air the presidential address.

Then the finale will resume and finish around 10:20 pm.

Survivor and Chicago P.D. will also undergo 20-minute pauses tonight, but all will air in their entirety eventually.

Of course, Trump has been known to go a little long, so this is not a night to rely on your DVR.

The scheduling conflicts probably won’t earn Trump any new fans, but he probably won’t lose any supporters either.

We think he was onto something when he said he could shoot someone in the middle of Fifth Avenue and not lose any supporters.

‘Masked Singer’ Finale to Be Interrupted By Trump Speech: When Will We Find … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Joseph Duggar Released From Jail After Pleading Not Guilty on Molestation Charges

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After spending more than a week behind bars in his native Arkansas, Joseph Duggar was extradited to Florida on Tuesday.

At his arraignment that same day, Joseph pleaded not guilty to child molestation charges.

In a move that shocked many observers, he was then permitted to post bond and exit police custody.

Joseph Duggar has been extradited to Florida, where he’ll be arraigned on child molestation charges. (Bay County Sheriff’s Department)

Joseph appeared in court wearing a striped prison uniform.

He was represented by Albert Sauline III, a criminal defense attorney out of Panama City Beach, Florida (via The Ashley’s Reality Roundup).

Sauline asked the judge for “the most reasonable bond” for Joseph, noting that the former reality star has “no prior criminal history, whatsoever, not even a speeding ticket.”

He also shared a message from Joseph, telling the court that the father of four requests to be “treated as anyone else would, regardless of his status in the television industry.”

Joseph Duggar and Kendra Caldwell appear on TLC, before a sequence of disgraceful events. (Image Credit: TLC)

The prosecution acknowledged Joe’s lack of a criminal history but noted that no ties to the community,” it would be easy for him to “leave quickly

Eventually, the state prosecutor agreed to let Joseph post a “substantial monetary bond.”

The judge set bond at $600,000: $100,000 for the Lewd and Lascivious Conduct charge and $500,000 for the Lewd and Lascivious Molestation charge.

Joe was also barred from having any contact with the alleged victim, directly, through any third parties, or through social media.

Joseph Duggar just went before a judge in Florida for the first time since being extradited to the Sunshine State in his child molestation case. pic.twitter.com/Cyy0OQVh6W

— TMZ (@TMZ) March 31, 2026

He is also not permitted to have unsupervised contact with any minors under the age of 18.

While that provision makes perfect sense, it’s somewhat surprising in that Joseph is a father of four young children.

According to The Ashley, he and Jim Bob were spotted at the Panama City airport just a few hours after his arraignment.

It seems he was permitted to return to Arkansas, provided he’s back in Florida for his next court appearance on April 20.

Joseph Duggar and wife Kendra Caldwell pose on a boat during a family vacation. (TLC)

We would assume that Joseph would be living with his parents, but his youngest sister, Josie Duggar, is only 16, so that’s not an option.

Of course, the Duggars are massively wealthy, so in addition to posting Joseph’s “substantial” bail, Jim Bob is probably hooking him up with the keys to one of the family’s many properties.

Joseph stands accused of molesting a 9-year-old girl during a vacation to Florida in 2020.

He and wife Kendra Duggar are also facing child endangerment charges after a police search of their home revealed that their kids’ bedroom doors had locks on the outside, suggesting they were in the habit of locking their children in.

Kendra was allowed to make bail after just a few hours in police custody. She’s facing nine years in prison, while Joseph could be sentenced to as many as 34 years behind bars.

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

Joseph Duggar Released From Jail After Pleading Not Guilty on Molestation Charges was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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