Scooter Braun & Sydney Sweeney ‘Overwhelmed’ by Backlash to Relationship …

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Alleged couple Scooter Braun and Sydney Sweeney aren't loving the backlash.

The actress' Bad PR Summer ended with reports in early September that she was dating the infamous record executive.

Does it make sense? No. Sometimes, people make bad choices.

A new report says that both Braun and Sweeney have felt taken aback by the public response. They really didn't see this coming?

Actress Sydney Sweeney arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo Credit: PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)

Scooter Braun and Sydney Sweeney are reportedly dating

According to a new report from Entertainment Tonight, Scooter Braun and Sydney Sweeney really are dating for some reason.

The report emphasizes that they are still a very new couple.

And, according to the inside source, they are "taking it slow."

Controversial record executive Scooter Braun attends the 2024 ADL “In Concert Against Hate†at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall on November 18, 2024. (Photo Credit: Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for Anti-Defamation League)

The insider shared that Braun and Sweeney feel "overwhelmed by the backlash they receive" for their alleged relationship.

Yes, people did not take it well.

It's been a tough summer of Sweeney, and a tough several years for Braun.

"They think the hate was blown out of proportion," the source revealed.

They really didn't anticipate the backlash?

In early September, reports first claimed that Scooter Braun was somehow dating Sydney Sweeney.

People had spotted the two out and about much earlier in the summer, in Venice during Jeff Bezos' tasteless wedding takeover.

However, they had not been alone.

There were real doubts as to whether the report could be true.

Actress Sydney Sweeney attends the "Christy" premiere party hosted by World Class Canada and Audi at Vinny during the Toronto International Film Festival on September 05, 2025. (Photo Credit: Sonia Recchia/Getty Images for World Class Canada)

Many had hoped that it was just a weird rumor, perhaps one designed to harm Sweeney's public image.

(As we mentioned, her public perception has taken a hit, largely due to the eugenics dogwhistles in an American Eagle ad in which she starred)

Even those of us who have emphasized that she did not write the tone-deaf ad are admittedly struggling to understand why she'd date an infamous music mogul.

Scooter Braun attends the premiere of FXX's "Dave" at Directors Guild Of America on February 27, 2020. (Photo Credit: Rich Fury/Getty Images)

Sweeney's fans aren't really understanding her choices

There is, as always, no accounting for taste.

Some of the world's most wonderful people find themselves drawn to dirtbags.

Alleged dirtbag Scooter Braun and Sydney Sweeney found each other this summer, according to reports.

We'll just keep our fingers crossed that they lose each other just as quickly.

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Tyler Robinson ‘Appears’ In Court Without Showing Face: What Happens Next?

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Alleged Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson appeared in court on Monday — sort of.

The 22-year-old Utah native did not physically go in front of the judge. Instead, his lawyers explained that he would be attending the hearing over a remote feed without video.

Witnesses say the unusual arrangement created an even more bizarre atmosphere for what was already a very tense day in court.

In this handout video screen grab provided by the Utah State Courts, Tyler James Robinson attends a virtual court hearing from Utah County Jail on September 16, 2025 in Spanish Fork, Utah. (Photo by Utah State Courts via Getty Images)

Tyler Robinson's unorthodox court 'appearance' raises questions

No reason was given for Robinson's absence.

Fox News reports that it's "unusual but not unheard of" for defendants to appear remotely at pretrial hearings.

Robinson previously used a remote video feed for his arraignment.

He's due back in court on October 30. When the judge asked if Robinson would be present for his next hearing, an attorney for the accused killer replied simply, "Yes, your honor. Thank you."

This Handout image was provided by a third-party organization and may not adhere to Getty Images' editorial policy.) In this handout image provided by the Office of the Governor of Utah, Tyler Robinson stands for a booking photo on September 12, 2025 in Spanish Fork, Utah. (Photo by Office of the Governor of Utah via Getty Images)

As for why Robinson was permitted to keep his distance from the courtroom, Fox notes that "security concerns may have been on everyone's mind" following Sunday's attack on a Mormon church in Michigan.

Robinson was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints — commonly referred to as the Mormon Church — which was the denomination of the parishioners who were attacked on Sunday.

It's unclear if the two cases are in any way related, but court officials may have decided not to take any chances.

What's next for alleged Charlie Kirk assassin?

CEO of Turning Point USA Charlie Kirk speaks on stage on the first day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 15, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Robinson, of course, stands accused of shooting and killing Charlie Kirk while the conservative commentator was addressing a crowd at Utah Valley University.

He's been charged with aggravated murder, two counts of obstruction of justice, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily injury, two counts of witness tampering, and commission of a violent offense in the presence of a child.

Robinson was not required to enter a plea on Monday, and it's unclear if federal charges will be added to his laundry list of state charges.

Prosecutor Chad Grunander said in court that his office is in possession of a "voluminous" amount of discovery material pertaining to the murder.

Grunander says the evidence includes thousands of witnesses, an online confession from Robinson, and a note reading, "I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I'm going to take it."

We will continue to keep you updated on this case as it continues.

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Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban: Wow! It’s Over After 20 Years!

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We've got a sad shocker out of Hollywood:

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have broken up after two decades as a couple and 19 years as husband and wife.

Neither the actress nor the musician has commented on the split just yet, but multiple insiders have confirmed the unfortunate news… with E! News stating that the parents of Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret have been living apart "since the beginning of summer."

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman at TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX on January 10, 2015 in Hollywood, California. (GETTY)

A source tells People Magazine, meanwhile, that "really hasn't been a secret" how the Oscar-winner and the country artist have "been living separately for a while now."

"People close to Keith felt like the split was kind of inevitable," this source relayed to the aforementioned outlet.

Kidman and Urban started dating in 2005 and exchanged vows in 2006.

Two months before their split was revealed the the public, E! discovered that Kidman had put in an application to become a resident of Portugal.

It seems worth noting at this point that Urban was not listed on the form. However, someone with knowledge of the situation claimed back then that his absence was simply due to scheduling conflicts.

Nicole Kidman and Singer Keith Urban look on during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group D match between Los Angeles Football Club and Esperance de Tunis at GEODIS Park on June 20, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)

Although both Kidman and Urban have been wildly successful in their respective industries, the two have not talked much about their marriage in the press.

Kidman, though, opened up about their partnership in an interview for the September 2021 issue of Harper's Bazaar, telling the magazine:

"We're always working through stuff, but it's very much love-based, so there's an enormous amount of give and take. I want him to have the best life he can have, and he responds the same way."

The celebrities were last photographed together in June at a FIFA Club World Cup 2025 game in Nashville.

That same month, Kidman celebrated the couple's 19th wedding anniversary with a lovely Instagram photo.

Nicole Kddman and Keith Urban arrive at the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards on February 10, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS)

Prior to dating and then marrying Urban, Kidman was the wife of Tom Cruise; the two divorced in 2001.

"I was young. I think I offered it up?" she also told Harper Bazaar four years ago.

"Maybe I've gotten a bit more trepidatious, but I'm always trying to be as open as possible. I just prefer to live in the world that way. I'm wary at times, and I've been hurt, but at the same time I much prefer a warm approach rather than a prickly shutdown approach. My husband, Keith, says that when he met me, he said, 'How's your heart?' And I apparently responded, 'Open.'"

We hope this remains the case going forward.

The actress and the singer are coming off busy summers… with Kidman recently wrapped filming Practical Magic 2 in London…. and Urban off on his High and Alive World Tour. He is next scheduled to play on October 2 in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

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Erika Kirk Criticized For Laughing, Smiling Just Weeks After Charlie Kirk’s Murder

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It's been a little less than two weeks since the murder of Charlie Kirk, and supporters and loved ones alike are still reeling from the loss.

Charlie's widow, Erika Kirk, has gained millions of followers and received countless messages of support in the wake of the shooting, but this week finds her on the receiving end of some very unexpected criticism.

Over the weekend, Erika made her debut as the host of her husband's popular podcast, and some viewers took issue with her demeanor on the show.

Erika Kirk has been criticized for laughing and smiling while hosting her late husband's podcast. (YouTube)

Erika Kirk slammed for appearing 'happy' during podcast

"Never seen a woman who lost her husband and father of her children just two weeks ago be SO happy," wrote one X user.

"Erika Kirk must have superhuman powers of composure bc I just don't understand how your husband and the father of your children is brutally assassinated and less than two weeks later your smiling, laughing, working and carrying on with business as usual," another posted, adding:

"I don't see a grieving widow in this clip, I see a business woman. Where are the 7 stages of grief? She's jumped right to acceptance.

"If you have ever known someone who lost the love of their life suddenly and tragically you would know how strange all of this is."

Mrs. Erika Kirk joins U.S. President Donald Trump onstage during the memorial service for political activist Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

"Two weeks after her husband, Charlie Kirk's death Erika is all smiles. She is either heavily drugged or doesn't give a f–k," a third chimed in.

The 36-year-old — who was recently named CEO of Turning Point USA, the organization founded by her husband — has not yet responded to the criticism.

Erika Kirk vows to carry on late husband's legacy

"'The Charlie Kirk Show' is not going anywhere. My husband's voice will live on. The show will go on," Erika vowed on the podcast's latest episode.

Charlie Kirk (R) and and his wife Erika Lane Frantzve (L) on stage during the Turning Point USA Inaugural-Eve Ball at the Salamander Hotel on January 19, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Getty Images)

"We will have rotating hosts, rotating casts, rotating people coming on. It is going to be continually the north star of the conservative movement, of the voice of the youth, of the voice of the base, and that will not end," she continued.

"We'll never be silenced. That's why continuing his platform in a beautiful, honorable way will reinforce that he will never be silenced. My husband's voice will go on."

Erika previously received praise from across the ideological spectrum when she spoke at Charlie's memorial and revealed that she'd forgiven his alleged killer.

"He wanted to save young men. Just like the one who took his life," she said.

"I forgive him because it was what Christ did. And what Charlie would do. The answer to hate is not hate."

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Kelly Clarkson Makes Emotional Return to Television After Ex-Husband’s Death

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Kelly Clarkson has returned to television after a difficult break.

After ex-husband Brandon Blackstock passed away, the television host took time off — from TV and from her planned Vegas residency.

However, we reported that she would return despite some doubts.

The day has come. And Clarkson's colleagues are marveling at how she smiles and sings for the audience after everything.

Kelly Clarkson performs onstage during the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony streaming on Disney+ at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 19, 2024. (Photo Credit: Theo Wargo/Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame)

'The Kelly Clarkson Show' is back

Following the death of ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson took a break from The Kelly Clarkson Show in order to spend time with their children.

She already made an "emotional" return and participated in a live taping, USA Today reports.

We do not know when exactly this episode filmed, save that it was a "Tuesday morning."

Kelly Clarkson speaks onstage during the SiriusXM Next Generation: Industry & Press Preview at The Tisch Skylights at The Shed on November 08, 2023. (Photo Credit: Mike Coppola/Getty Images for SiriusXM)

The Monday, September 29 episode did not include any mention of Blackstock during the taping.

However, the Kellyoke segments — which, as you might infer from the name, involve singing — might feel a little on the nose.

Per the report, these will "reflect things that maybe she wouldn't talk about verbally in a sitting on the couch interview."

Kelly Clarkson performs during the 2023 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Rockefeller Center on November 29, 2023. (Photo Credit: Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)

The season premiere is keeping it 'light'

"A lot happened for us all in the last year, on personal and career levels," music director Jason Halbert acknowledged.

Meanwhile, showrunner Alex Duda said that the season premiere is using "light" as a motif.

"When the world is dark or heavy, [we] look for the light," Duda explained.

"That's what we've done since the beginning. We wanted to reaffirm that."

For Kelly Clarkson returning, the show features Colin Farrell and Margot Robbie in a lighthearted A Big Bold Beautiful Journey promotional interview.

For contrast, there is also an interview with people who rescued children during the floods in Texas this past July.

"I don't know how [Clarkson] compartmentalizes watching that segment, super emotional, and then jumping into, like, making crafts with kids and then jumping into emoting a song," Halbert expressed.

Kelly Clarkson attend the 51st annual Daytime Emmys Awards at The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles on June 07, 2024. (Photo Credit: Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images)

She's been back to work for weeks

As we said, we do not know when this particular episode filmed.

But we know what Season 7 production began during the second week of September.

(There is more to production than filming!)

Kelly Clarkson performs during the 2024 Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 04, 2024. (Photo Credit: Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)

Grief, in all of its causes, is not a linear process. There are ups and downs.

A dream, a poignant moment in a film, even a commercial can hit you when you least expect it.

This will be a process for Kelly Clarkson, just as it is for anyone else.

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Erin Bates Delivers Major Health Update: Can She Walk Yet?

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Erin Bates is here with an update about her medical condition.

As a quick refresher: The reality star gave birth to her seventh child a few weeks ago, and then suffered a seizure.

"She is in the ICU, and the doctors are running scans and tests to determine the cause. Erin is extremely weak and spent hours only half conscious," husband Chad told social media followers on September 4.

"As her husband, it is one of the hardest things I've ever faced — to sit by her side and watch her struggle while being so helpless to ease her suffering. I love her more deeply than words can express, and I can't even imagine life without my best friend.

"The hours have been long and heavy, and I know many hearts are aching to see her this way, along with mine. We hold on to faith that healing is coming, even in the midst of the unknown. Your prayers are felt and we are forever grateful."

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Bates was later discharged, but she's not out of the challenging woods just yet. Far from it, sadly.

According to her spouse, Erin remained unable to use one of her legs about a month after giving birth. It's truly very scary and sad.

Now, in her own Instagram post, Erin has told those interested that she is using a walker and a wheelchair to get around these days.

"To answer many of your questions…My leg still isn't functioning, but I am learning how to navigate using a walker and wheelchair much better now," Erin wrote on Friday. "I've been doing physical therapy consistently and they are hopeful that time will heal!"

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Elsewhere, Bates replied to at least one comment on her post.

"Thank you for praying!" she said. "We are still hopeful that I'll regain function in my leg… I started physical therapy. I'm so grateful to be home!"

As previously detailed, Erin first went into the ICU after developing a severe UTI and kidney infection after her seventh child's birth; his name is Henry.

The infections placed Bates into septic shock and caused her to suffer a lengthy and severe seizure.

Based on an update given by Erin's pastor at the time, the seizure she suffered was a 15-minute-long grand mal seizure. Following extended stays in the ICU and NICU, respectively, both Erin and Henry were sent home.

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Along with newborn Henry, Bates and Paine share the following kids:

Charles Steven IV, 10, Brooklyn Elise, 8, Everly Hope, 7, Holland Grace, 5, Finley Marie, 3, and William Gage, 20 months.

The couple starred for 10 seasons on Bringing Up Bates, which centered on Erin and her 18 siblings.

The series aired on UPtv for 2015 through 2021 and its run was comprised of 185 episodes.

(Instagram)

Last week, Chad posted a YouTube video giving fans more information about his wife's ongoing condition.

"Erin still has complications," he said. "She cannot use her right leg for some reason. The doctors don't have an explanation. They don't have an answer, and they are only hopeful on recovery. They're positive towards it, but they still haven't really identified the problems that have been frustrating, but we've been continuing to ask for prayer."

Late last week, Erin also gave an update on very young Henry, who turned one-month-old on Friday and appears to be thriving in the wake of his stay in the NICU.

"One month of loving you and thanking God for His goodness EVERY. SINGLE. DAY," Erin wrote, before joking that she was "celebrating that I made it out of pajamas" to take the photos with Henry and Chad.

"But only for two minutes before the PJ life called me back. It's the little things, friends!"

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Kailyn Lowry Admits So Much Plastic Surgery is ‘A F–king Mental Illness’

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Kailyn Lowry is fully aware that mental illness is what drives her to go under the knife again and again.

The Teen Mom alum has undergone multiple breast surgeries, two tummy tucks, rounds of liposuction, and more.

This summer, Kail announced plans to undergo even more cosmetic surgery.

She went through with it. Now she's living with the after-effects, and admitting that cruel comments from strangers has been part of what's driven her to keep going back for more.

A tearful Kailyn Lowry speaks on her podcast abut how she wants better for her children than what she feels as an adult. (Image Credit: YouTube)

Kailyn Lowry knows that mental illness drives her to repeatedly get cosmetic surgery to alter her appearance

During the most recent episode of the Karma & Chaos podcast, Kailyn Lowry and co-host (and ex) Becky Hayter discussed more than just her trip to visit her father.

Kail discussed her recent cosmetic surgeries.

She's suffering an after-effect, including paralysis in one of her lips.

She is fully aware that mental illness is driving her to undergo so many surgeries to alter her appearance. And she has even felt suicidal over the reality of it, including this effect on her lip.

In June of 2025, Kailyn Lowry sat down for a special episode of her podcast. (Image Credit: YouTube)

"I get it. I mean, it's your face," Becky reasoned.

"You're seeing yourself on, like, a million different accounts."

She continued: "Every time you pop on your phone you're seeing yourself at every different angle. So it's hard. People don't understand that part of it."

Becky elaborated: "I don't think people understand what it's like to watch yourself all the time. It's very jarring. And you start picking up on things that you never would have otherwise been insecure about." 

Critics telling her to just 'stop' don't understand mental illness

"It's rough!" Kailyn Lowry expressed. "It's so easy for people to look online and be like, 'Stop getting surgery!'"

Her critics, she admitted, say that she "knows that it's a mental illness. She keeps talking about mental illness but then she does [the surgeries] anyway.'"

Kail exclaimed: "And I'm like, 'Because it's a f–king mental illness!' Like, I'm aware and I do it anyway."

On her Karma & Chaos podcast, Kailyn Lowry discussed her deadbeat dad in what are likely his final days. (Image Credit: Apple Podcasts)

"Instead of dogpiling on someone who, obviously their insecurities are running the show at that moment," Becky suggested to listeners.

She asked people to consider: "How is that helpful?"

Becky affirmed: "Yes, that is a mental health issue and that's not going to get fixed overnight. And you're working on it." 

Her face shining with tears, Kailyn Lowry acknowledges that mental illness drives her cosmetic surgeries. (Image Credit: YouTube)

This is not what she wants for her own children

Kailyn Lowry would never want for her own children to follow her example.

Not only because going under the knife is a risk each and every time, but because she wants them to love themselves as-is.

Knowing that her surgeries are a self-destructive behavior is not the same thing as stopping. There are a bunch of factors that feed into this.

Social media trolls who roast her appearance are only part of the problem. But their nasty behavior isn't helping.

Kailyn Lowry Admits So Much Plastic Surgery is 'A F–king Mental Illness' was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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