Katie Bates to Enter “Intensive Therapy” in Wake of Husband Cheating Scandal

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Katie Bates can't do this on her own, you guys.

Last month, not long after his wife announced to the world that she had suffered a miscarriage, Travis Clark came out and dropped a very different kind of bombshell of his own:

He had been unfaithful to Katie.

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"This is hard to write, but I owe the truth and I owe an apology… I had an affair and repeatedly broke her trust," the 24-year old confessed in mid-January.

"There is no excuse for what I did. This was my failure and my responsibility alone. I know that words don't begin to express the damage I caused or the depth of the hurt I've brought into her life, but I am truly sorry."

On Sunday, meanwhile, the mother of two broke her silence on this painful development.

"I've wanted to come on here and say something for a while but I honestly haven't really known how to put words to any of this," Katie wrote via Instagram.

"This year didn't start how I thought it would. It's been really heavy and emotional in ways I wasn't prepared for. Some days I feel okay and steady. and other days it's hard to even leave the house."

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It's clear Bates is trying to remain upbeat, but it's understandably a challenge.

"I do want to say thank you though. The love, prayers, and messages I've received have meant more than I can explain. I don't always know how to respond, but please know I see it and I'm grateful," she continued.

Katie went on to say that she will soon be reaching out for professional assistance.

"I'm getting ready to attend my first four day therapy intensive. I don't really feel equipped to handle something like this on my own, so getting help feels important. I know I can't pour into anything else well if I'm not actually working through this in a healthy way," she said.

"Being mom to Hailey and Harvey and finding little pieces of normal life again has been so grounding for me. I'm not very good at expressing my emotions, so this probably feels scattered, but I'm trying to lean on God and He has brought me so much comfort."

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The spouses have been married since 2021 and they welcomed kids Hailey and Harvey in 2023 and 2024, respectively.

As mentioned above, before Clark admitted to infidelity, Bates revealed she recently suffered a pregnancy loss. She later took to social media to address the challenges in her personal life.

"We are working through this privately, seeking counsel both together and individually as we try to determine the best path forward for our family. I am also being supported by legal counsel," Bates wrote last month. "This is not a quick or easy process, and it is not one I am taking lightly. Every decision about our future will be made slowly and carefully, with what is best for our family and our children as the highest priority."

On February 22, this is how she concluded her Instagram Story:

"I don't know how much I'll share as I walk through all of this or what that will look like, but I did want to say thank you for the kindness and grace you've shown me. It truly means a lot."

Katie Bates to Enter "Intensive Therapy" in Wake of Husband Cheating Scandal was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Ray J: Police Respond to Domestic Violence Call at Singer’s Home

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In recent weeks, Ray J has alarmed fans with displays of possible problems following his nearly-fatal health scare and hospitalization.

Now, fans are worried for all new reasons.

Police responded to a domestic violence call at his home.

Unfortunately, authorities' hands appear to be tied in dealing with it.

Ray J attends the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30, 2024. (Photo Credit: Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for BET)

This happened over the weekend

TMZ spoke to law enforcement sources within the LAPD.

At around 2 AM on Saturday, February 21, police received a call that reported a battery domestic violence incident at Ray J's Los Angeles residence.

Notably, the R&B singer-songwriter is not the accused perpetrator.

The alleged aggressor is said to be an ex-partner of his.

TMZ's report does not identify the woman, merely describing her as a 30-year-old woman — apparently of Persian descent. (Another detail is that she was reportedly wearing yellow)

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Unfortunately, as happens with too many domestic violence calls, responding offers ran into a roadblock.

Neither party was willing to speak to authorities.

There are specific circumstances — such as when there is a cooperative witness or clear physical evidence of an assault — when police may be able to arrest an assailant even if the victim is unwilling to cooperate.

(Taking them to trial can be much more difficult, however, which is one small part of how the vast majority of abusers never face justice.)

In this case, they had no cooperating victim, no cooperating witness, and seemingly no other evidence. Police were unable to make an arrest, and apparently did not even take a report.

Ray J attends the 2023 BET Soul Train Awards on November 19, 2023. (Photo Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Who called it in?

It is unclear who contacted authorities.

As we know from many ordinary examples and also some incidents with public figures, sometimes victims will contact police to report domestic violence, only to refuse to assist in an investigation.

(Jenelle Evans calling 911 on her disgraced ex-husband, David Eason, for allegedly breaking her collarbone — only to remain married to him for years afterwards — comes to mind.)

A third party may have also made the call, but been unable or unwilling to cooperate with authorities.

(We sometimes see this happen with employees, but also with neighbors or even family.)

Ray J allegedly pulled a gun on Princess Love and threatened to kill a man during a completely unhinged livestream

… and the whole incident was caught on video. pic.twitter.com/442H8r5dFO

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In November of 2025, authorities arrested Ray J following an argument with his estranged wife, Princess Love.

This argument was livestreamed.

As a result, viewers saw him pull out a gun during the conflict.

The singer-songwriter has denied pointing the gun at her.

Guns are dangerous for many reasons. That they can be used to threaten or harm on impulse to such a catastrophic degree is one of them.

Fortunately, it does not sound as though the most recent incident involved a firearm.

Ray J: Police Respond to Domestic Violence Call at Singer's Home was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Luci4 Cause of Death: Beloved Rapper Was 23

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We have tragic news to report out of the world of music today.

Luci4 — the rapper best known for his viral hit "BodyPartz" — was just 23 years old.

News of his death comes courtesy of a report from the Los Angeles Fire Department:

Rapper Luci4 has passed away under suspicious circumstances. (YouTube)

A spokesperson for the department tells TMZ that emergency personnel responded to a call about a medical emergency.

When they arrived, the person was already dead, and the incident is now being investigated as a crime.

Luci4's passing is confirmed by his grandparents, who say they are suspicious of the circumstances surrounding his death.

They say that his wallet was completely emptied, and he had been expressing uncertainty about some of the people he had been spending time with since gaining fame.

Luci4 — whose real name was James Dear — reportedly died at the home of an unnamed friend in Los Angeles.

After first gaining notice on TikTok in 2021, Luci4 became an integral part of the online "Sigilkore" movement.

He signed to Atlantic Records, and "BodyPartz" went gold shortly after its release.

Rapper Luci4 — real name James Dear — has passed away at the age of 23. (YouTube)

Though he had yet to gain mainstream fame, Luci4 was a wildly popular figure on social media, and he had a very bright future ahead of him.

Industry insiders who worked with the young star reported that his talent and work ethic were unparalleled.

Clearly, there's a whole lot that we still don't know about Dear's passing.

We will continue to keep you updated on this developing story as new information becomes available.

In the meantime, our thoughts go out to Luci4's loved ones as they begin to try and process this unthinkable tragedy.

Luci4 Cause of Death: Beloved Rapper Was 23 was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Kara Braxton Cause of Death: WNBA Star Gone at 43

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Very sad news this week out of the professional sports world:

Former WNBA player Kara Braxton, won two leage championships while playing for the Detroit Shock, has passed, the league announced late on Sunday.

She was 43 years old.

Kara Braxton of the New York Liberty during the WNBA game against the Phoenix Mercury at US Airways Center on August 23, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

"It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of 2x WNBA Champion Kara Braxton," the WNBA said in a statement shared to X on February 22. "A 10-season veteran, Kara played with the Detroit Shock, Tulsa Shock, Phoenix Mercury, and New York Liberty.

"Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and former teammates at this time."

No cause of death has been announced as of this writing.

Braxton played basketball at the University of Georgia from 2001 until 2004. She was drafted by the Shock as the seventh overall pick in the 2005 WNBA draft in April of that year… four months after giving birth to her son Jelani Thurman, who she shared with Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Odell Thurman.

The athlete made a strong, immediate impression, too.

She was named to the WNBA All-Rookie team during her first season in the league and would go on to win the championship in 2006 and 2008 with Detroit.

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Braxton played for a total of 10 seasons for Detroit, Tulsa, Phoenix Mercury and New York.

The forward was named SEC Freshman of the Year in 2002 while playing for the University of Georgia and was later named All-Star in 2007.

She is the mother of two sons — Jelani Thurman, who actually played on the Ohio State football team that won the national championship in 2024; and Jream Jackson.

According to local station KGW8, she is survived by her husband, Jarvis Jackson, and twin sister, Kim.

"Karebear……….This still feels unreal," former teammate Plenette Pierson wrote on social media today. "I keep replaying memories and conversations because part of me expects to hear your voice again. Losing you hurts in a way words cannot hold."

This tragedy took place the same weekend NFL wide receive Rondale Moore took his own life.

May both rest in peace.

Kara Braxton Cause of Death: WNBA Star Gone at 43 was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Gwyneth Paltrow’s ‘Health Concerns’ Spark Fears Among Friends: Report

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Gwyneth Paltrow is known for her pricey health hacks and controversial nutrition regimens.

But one insider says that Paltrow's creative attempts to defy aging are rooted in some very serious concerns about her health.

According to a report from In Touch, many who know Gwyneth believe that she is battling some major issues.

Gwyneth Paltrow with FIJI Water at the 41st annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival: Arlington Artist of the Year Award honoring Kate Hudson at The Arlington Theatre on February 13, 2026 in Santa Barbara, California. (Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for FIJI Water)

"People love to roll their eyes at Gwyneth and call her kooky," the source tells In Touch.

"That's not really fair in this case, though, because she's really been struggling with her health."

The insider went on to describe Gwnyeth's health concerns as "a huge issue."

"A lot of people in her world think her insane schedule and all the demands she puts on herself for perfection are to blame," adds the source.

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"Even with this health situation being a huge issue for her she really hasn't slowed down."

Unfortunately, it seems that Gwyneth and her loved ones disagree about the best way to approach the problem.

While Paltrow remains a fan of high-priced experimental treatments, her friends think there's a better, less glamorous solution:

Simply put, they've been telling Gwyneth that she needs to slow down before she burns herself out.

"Everyone in her life is warning her to slow down," says the source.

Gwyneth Paltrow speaks during In goop Health Summit presented by Porsche 2021 at Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles on November 07, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rachel Murray/Getty Images for goop)

"If she doesn't, she's absolutely going to burn out."

Gwyneth has earned praise as a lifestyle influencer, but some health experts have accused her of giving out bad tips and spreading misinformation.

And clearly, her friends think she could use some sound advice when it comes to her own physical and mental wellness.

We don't know the exact nature of Gwyneth's health issues, but slowing down and getting some rest is generally a good idea for most people.

Currently, Gwyneth is making the awards show circuit thanks to her performance in Marty Supreme, which is one of the year's most-nominated films.

But once the season slows down, hopefully, the 53-year-old screen legend will take some time to focus on herself.

Gwyneth Paltrow's 'Health Concerns' Spark Fears Among Friends: Report was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Maxi Shield Cause of Death: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Star Was 51

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We have tragic news to report from the world of reality television.

Maxi Shield, one of the most beloved contestants to appear on RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under, has passed away.

She was just 51 years old.

Maxi Shield attends RuPaul's Los Angeles DragCon at Los Angeles Convention Center on May 14, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)

News of Maxi's death comes courtesy of an Instagram post from her longtime friend Vanity.

"It's with the heaviest of hearts that we share the news that our dearest sister, Maxine, has passed away," Vanity captioned a photo of herself and her late friend.

"We are all mourning the loss of an incredible icon, friend, and our beloved sister. Thank you for the laughs, the cackles, and the magic you brought into our lives," she continued, adding:

"I will cherish every second of our 30 year friendship and I'm so grateful that I was apart of your chosen family.
You will be forever loved and deeply missed. I love you old girl."

"Our girl. It's gonna not be the same without her giggles in it. I'm so heartbroken," Hannah Conda.

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"This is so heartbreaking! Sending so much love, the performer who goes by Boa the Drag Queen echoed.

"Oh my gosh…this is devastating. Stayed next door to her at DragCon one year and she was such a kind soul… i'm so sorry for your loss," Abigail Beverly Hillz commented.

Though no official cause of death has been revealed, Entertainment Weekly reports that Maxi had been battling cancer.

In addition to her work on reality TV, Maxi was an actor, activist, and beloved nightclub performer.

Universal Sydney was one of the venues where she performed most frequently, and its owner, Dillon Shaw, paid tribute to Maxi in a social media post:

"Maxi was a big personality with a heart of gold. I'm heartbroken that the world won't get to see this legend light up a stage again, and that I won't get to share another giggle over lunch with my friend," Shaw wrote.

Maxi Shield attends the Sydney premiere of Bros at Hoyts Entertainment Quarter on October 18, 2022 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images)

"Her love, her humour, and her impact live on through the incredible Sydney talent she directly influenced, and through the scene she helped shape with such passion," he contued, adding:

"She was a force. She was brilliant. And I will miss my friend dearly."

Our thoughts are with Maxi Shield's friends and family during this incredibly difficult time.

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

Maxi Shield Cause of Death: 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Star Was 51 was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Bethenny Frankel Health Update Reveals Illness Is in Stage 3: I’m Sick to My …

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This is not a positive health update.

In January, Bethenny Frankel revealed her diagnosis to fans.

She explained that she had undergone a screening, and caught her illness at Stage 2.

Unfortunately, her doctors have now informed her that it had progressed further than she had realized.

As a guest on the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast, Bethenny Frankel addressed a slew of topics. (Image Credit: YouTube)

Her chronic kidney disease is in Stage 3A

In January, Bethenny shared that her newly diagnosed chronic kidney disease was at Stage 2.

That announcement came mere hours after doctors told her the news.

It was only natural that there would be an update.

Unfortunately, it was not good news.

"Just left the kidney doctor," Bethenny shared on Instagram. "He said that I actually have stage 3A chronic kidney disease,  which is right in the middle."

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According to Bethenny, she learned from her doctors that she is still "not quite at the medication point" for her disease.

However, she did receive a good piece of advice: "Water is your best medicine."

Fans have raised concerns about her supplement use. Apparently, so have her doctors.

"It's not really a one-size-fits-all model," Bethenny said of what her doctors counseled in terms of supplements.

While Bethenny may need to dial down certain supplements (like turmeric, which is great for some things but not if you have vulnerable kidneys), she says that people should speak to their own doctors regarding supplements.

Bethenny Frankel looks a little exasperated in this Reunion screenshot. (Image Credit: Bravo)

'I'm always dehydrated'

Bethenny told her fans that she will remain under the care of a kidney doctor to avoid other unfortunate updates like this one.

"It's important to get these tests and stay with this stuff because you could find other things," she reasoned.

"I'm not going to be quite alarmed yet," Bethenny expressed.

She affirmed that she is committed to drinking more water. (Everybody has their own hangups and hacks for drinking water — you just need to find the one that works for you.)

"[My doctor] said water is the most important thing," Bethenny added. "So that gives me anxiety because I'm always dehydrated."

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"So right now, this is a step in the wrong direction," Bethenny characterized of her updated diagnosis.

"I have a little bit of a little bit anxiety," she expressed.

"And I'm sick to my stomach," Bethenny acknowledged. "But I'm just remaining calm."

Not panicking is a good strategy.

Panic can be almost as harmful as brushing it off.

The Real Housewives of New York City star Bethenny Frankel radiates BDE on a daily basis and especially in this moment from the Season 11 trailer. (Image Credit: Bravo)

How can she stay hydrated?

Hydration strategies begin with knowing how you like your water and having access to it.

Bottled water can be the key, especially for someone who wants their drink to be in that shape and who may want it tepid rather than chilled. Otherwise, having a hefty bottle of filtered water is a great option.

The thing is that you don't have to pretend to enjoy water. It's not fun to drink.

You do, however, have to drink it.

Setting a timer for yourself to periodically chug a 16 oz bottle of water might not be fun, but it's a lot more fun than kidney disease. Especially in the later stages.

Bethenny Frankel Health Update Reveals Illness Is in Stage 3: I'm Sick to My … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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