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Kanye West’s honorary degree revoked

More abandonment for the hyper antisemitic Kanye West.

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago has rescinded the honorary degree they bestowed on him back in 2015.

In the letter, which was obtained by TMZ on Thursday, SAIC president Elissa Tenny said Kanyes "anti-Black, antisemitic, and incendiary statements, particularly those directed at Black and Jewish communities, are disgusting and condemnable".

"As a community, we know that there are varying opinions on what our School’s response should be––even as we all agree that his behavior is indefensible."

It's all very reminiscent of Bill Cosby.

/> More abandonment for the hyper antisemitic Kanye West. The School of the Art Institute of Chicago has rescinded the honorary degree they bestowed on him back in 2015. In the letter, which was obtained by TMZ on Thursday, SAIC president Elissa Tenny said Kanyes "anti-Black, antisemitic, and incendiary statements, particularly those directed at Black and Jewish communities, are disgusting and condemnable". "As a community, we know that there are varying opinions on what our Sch...

Rod Stewart’s Son, 11, Rushed to Hospital

Rock legend Rod Stewart had the scare of a lifetime when his son, 11 year old Aiden, was rushed to a hospital in Scottland.

Aiden collapsed during a football match for his Young Hoops Under-12s team. Stewart told FourFourTwo.com magazine that his son appeared to be suffering a heart attack as he went "blue and unconscious" but it turned out to be a panic attack.

As a sufferer of Panic Attacks, they can easily appear to be heart attacks and the more concern shown often pushes the panic attack as the sufferer becomes more fearful.

"We thought my boy had a heart attack," he told the outlet. "He was going blue and was unconscious until he calmed down. It was scary, but it turned out to be a panic attack. The lad wanted to do well, pulled on the Hoops in Scotland for his dad."

"Another boy fell backwards and banged his head - he's still not back," Stewart added. "In all of my days watching football, that's the only time two ambulances had been called."

No word on when this occurred, but such a scary thing for a parent.

/> Rock legend Rod Stewart had the scare of a lifetime when his son, 11 year old Aiden, was rushed to a hospital in Scottland. Aiden collapsed during a football match for his Young Hoops Under-12s team. Stewart told FourFourTwo.com magazine that his son appeared to be suffering a heart attack as he went "blue and unconscious" but it turned out to be a panic attack. As a sufferer of Panic Attacks, they can easily appear to be heart attacks and the more concern shown often pushes the...

WNBA star Brittney Griner freed from prison

This is a TOTAL surprise to me. Britney Griner, the WNBA star who was arrested in Russian last year for having a marijuana vape pen in her luggage as she was leaving the country, has been freed.

Britney had been sentenced to nine years hard time and things were not looking good for brokering a deal to free her.

There are lots of details still coming out and lots of political swap details that we're just not going to get into here. We keep things lite.

Congratulations, Britney!

/> This is a TOTAL surprise to me. Britney Griner, the WNBA star who was arrested in Russian last year for having a marijuana vape pen in her luggage as she was leaving the country, has been freed. Britney had been sentenced to nine years hard time and things were not looking good for brokering a deal to free her. There are lots of details still coming out and lots of political swap details that we're just not going to get into here. We keep things lite. Congratulations, Britney! ...

Toni Collette dumps cheating husband

Toni Collette has announced she is splitting from her musician husband,
Dave Galafassi, of almost 20 years. Whats especially scandalous is that Dave was recently seen passionately kissing a young woman in the surf off a Sydney beach.

Dave, who was a drummer in an indie rock band 'The Finnish' when he met Toni, was pictured with a mystery blonde taking an early morning dip at Manly on Tuesday.

Hours later she announced the couple had split in a joint statement released on her newly-reactivated Instagram account.

'It is with grace and gratitude that we announce we are divorcing,' the pair wrote. 'We're united in our decision and part with continuing respect and care for each other.

'Our kids are of paramount importance to us and we will continue to thrive as a family, albeit a different shape. We're thankful for the space and love you grant us as we evolve and move through this transition peacefully. Big thanks.' 

/> Toni Collette has announced she is splitting from her musician husband, Dave Galafassi, of almost 20 years. Whats especially scandalous is that Dave was recently seen passionately kissing a young woman in the surf off a Sydney beach. Dave, who was a drummer in an indie rock band 'The Finnish' when he met Toni, was pictured with a mystery blonde taking an early morning dip at Manly on Tuesday. Hours later she announced the couple had split in a joint statement rel...

Actor Leslie Jordan’s L.A. Apartment hits the market

People were absolutely broken when they learned actor Leslie Jordan died. I was among the mourning. Now his two-bedroom, two-bath apartment in the sky is now on the market for $1,795,000.

A plain white interior is just waiting for a personal touch, while loads of light come in through floor-to-ceiling glass in the main room with a balcony. Excellent views can be had from this perch as well as from the balcony off the primary bedroom.

Asking: $1,795,000 2 bed, 2 bath 1,607-square-foot

/> People were absolutely broken when they learned actor Leslie Jordan died. I was among the mourning. Now his two-bedroom, two-bath apartment in the sky is now on the market for $1,795,000. A plain white interior is just waiting for a personal touch, while loads of light come in through floor-to-ceiling glass in the main room with a balcony. Excellent views can be had from this perch as well as from the balcony off the primary bedroom. Asking: $1,795,000 2 bed, 2 bath 1,607-...

OMG Kathy Hilton applying lipstick on stage at PCA’s is crazy

I legit had to watch it twice. Did you see the footage of clueless Kathy Hilton applying makeup on stage while Mariska Hargitay gives a motivationally charges acceptance speech?

So Kathy Hilton wrangles her way into being a presenter at the Peoples Choice Awards. Mariska wins the Drama TV Star of 2022 gong (whatever that is) and as she's giving her impactful speech about being kind to one another, Kathy pulls her purse out from under her arm and fishes through for a lipstick.

First thing... who takes their purse on stage to present an award?? Then once she finds her lipstick she gives a few good puckers and applies it. As though she were crammed in the ladies' room of an Applebees.

@accesshollywood KATHYYYYY!!!! ???????#PCAs #RHOBH #housewivesoftiktok #kathyhilton ? original sound - Access Hollywood

/> I legit had to watch it twice. Did you see the footage of clueless Kathy Hilton applying makeup on stage while Mariska Hargitay gives a motivationally charges acceptance speech? So Kathy Hilton wrangles her way into being a presenter at the Peoples Choice Awards. Mariska wins the Drama TV Star of 2022 gong (whatever that is) and as she's giving her impactful speech about being kind to one another, Kathy pulls her purse out from under her arm and fishes through for a lipstick. First thing...

Tom Hanks beings son Truman to the red carpet

Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson have four children together. Chet, 32, who is a privileged disconnecting poser who repeatedly embarrasses the family.

Colin, 45, who has a wonderful acting career and most resembles his famous father. Elizabeth, 40, who we've rarely seen and Truman, 26, who we also rarely see.

On Monday evening at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles Hanks
posed with his youngest son Truman, 26, whom he shares with wife Rita Wilson. They were on the red carpet at the premiere of the film A Man Called Otto.

Truman works in the movie business just like dad Tom, mom Rita and half brother Colin.  He has been employed in the camera department on films such as Black Widow and West Side Story.

/> Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson have four children together. Chet, 32, who is a privileged disconnecting poser who repeatedly embarrasses the family. Colin, 45, who has a wonderful acting career and most resembles his famous father. Elizabeth, 40, who we've rarely seen and Truman, 26, who we also rarely see. On Monday evening at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles Hanks posed with his youngest son Truman, 26, whom he shares with wife Rita Wilson. They were on the red carpet at the premiere...

Megan and Harry accept Human Rights Award

Harry and Meghan Sussex were in New York City last night to accept the prestigious Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Foundation Award that counts Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton as past winners.

The pair attended the Ripple of Hope Gala where tickets went for as much as $1,000,000 a pop.

Seated alongside Meghan onstage, Harry could be heard discussing the importance of storytelling, saying 'Ultimately we live in this world now where sharing experiences and sharing stories has an enormous impact,' adding it was important to undertake 'if you are in a position of influence, leadership, or otherwise.'

Meghan was wearing a giant $90,000 aquamarine ring that once belonged to Harry's mom, the late Princess of Wales. 

/> Harry and Meghan Sussex were in New York City last night to accept the prestigious Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Foundation Award that counts Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton as past winners. The pair attended the Ripple of Hope Gala where tickets went for as much as $1,000,000 a pop. Seated alongside Meghan onstage, Harry could be heard discussing the importance of storytelling, saying 'Ultimately we live in this world now where sharing experiences and sharing stories has an enormous...

Comedians line up to guest host ‘The Daily Show’

Trever Noah's last day as host of The Daily Show is fast approaching. As in this Thursday. And while no full time replacement has been announced, Deadline reports that a bevy of temporary hosts are set to fill in.

This group will include Chelsea Handler, Kal Penn, Al Franken, Sarah Silverman and Leslie Jones.

I'm legit excited to see what Leslie Jones does with her time.

All of the guest hosts have much experience in late-night; Penn previously hosted Kal Penn Approves This Message on Freeform, Silverman hosted I Love You, America with Sarah Silverman on Hulu, Franken and Leslie Jones are both Saturday Night Live alums.

Wanda Sykes, D.L. Hughley, John Leguizamo, Marlon Wayans and Hasan Minhaj will also guest host.

The Daily Show will return on January 17 and Deadline understands that most of the hosts will be in the chair for about a week each.

/> Trever Noah's last day as host of The Daily Show is fast approaching. As in this Thursday. And while no full time replacement has been announced, Deadline reports that a bevy of temporary hosts are set to fill in. This group will include Chelsea Handler, Kal Penn, Al Franken, Sarah Silverman and Leslie Jones. I'm legit excited to see what Leslie Jones does with her time. All of the guest hosts have much experience in late-night; Penn previously hosted Kal Penn A...

Christine McVie auction happens just after her death

The world lost Fleetwood Mac's Christie McVie last week at the age of 79 and coincidentally an auction of her belongs was just a few days later, this weekend.

According to the auction house, McVie’s maxi dress, which she wore on the back cover of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest album, Rumours, sold for $56,250 — five times its original estimate of $10,000.

dress she wore to the 1976 Rock Music Awards went for $31,250, while her two American Music Awards dresses from 1978 went for $16,000 and $12,800. Her piano accordion, which she used to perform “Tusk” live onstage, sold for just over $11,500.

Items from John McVie and Mick Fleetwood were sold, as well. John’s custom fretless bass guitar, which he used to record the classic song “The Chain” and played live onstage from 1976 to 1980, sold for $100,000.

/> The world lost Fleetwood Mac's Christie McVie last week at the age of 79 and coincidentally an auction of her belongs was just a few days later, this weekend. According to the auction house, McVie’s maxi dress, which she wore on the back cover of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest album, Rumours, sold for $56,250 — five times its original estimate of $10,000. A dress she wore to the 1976 Rock Music Awards went for $31,250, while her two American Music Awards dresses from 1978 went ...

Stars react to death of Kirstie Alley’s death

The death of Kirstie Alley took a lot of us by surprise. It's always been my unpopular opinion that Rebecca was better than Diane on the classic show Cheers.

Kirstie Alley's children, True and Lillie Parker, announced her death at the age of 71.

Being one of the most beloved stars working, a lot of celebrities came to social media to express their sadness.

Ted Danson, who played Sam to her Rebecca, had this beautiful message;
"I was on a plane today and did something I rarely do. I watched an old episode of Cheers. It was the episode where Tom Berenger proposes to Kirstie, who keeps saying no, even though she desperately wants to say yes. Kirstie was truly brilliant in it," Danson said. "Her ability to play a woman on the verge of a nervous breakdown was both moving and hysterically funny. She made me laugh 30 years ago when she shot that scene, and she made me laugh today just as hard. As I got off the plane, I heard that Kirstie had died. I am so sad and so grateful for all the times she made me laugh. I send my love to her children. As they well know, their mother had a heart of gold. I will miss her."

/> The death of Kirstie Alley took a lot of us by surprise. It's always been my unpopular opinion that Rebecca was better than Diane on the classic show Cheers. Kirstie Alley's children, True and Lillie Parker, announced her death at the age of 71. Being one of the most beloved stars working, a lot of celebrities came to social media to express their sadness. Ted Danson, who played Sam to her Rebecca, had this beautiful message; "I was on a plane today and did something I rarely do. ...

Britney is coming to Broadway!

Britney fans have been starving for a new way to embrace their inner bitch and they may just have it!

Coming in 2023 is Once Upon a One More Time — the new musical scored by a sea of Britney Spears hits — is coming to Broadway next year, producers revealed on Friday.

The show will open at the Marquis Theatre in New York City on June 22, 2023, although casting hasn't been done at all.

But you got to hear the description. I'm so certain I'm being punk'd that I think I'll just c/p the description right from the theaters site:

"In this highly anticipated world premiere of the Broadway-bound musical, beloved classic fairytale princesses gather for their fortnightly book club, longing for a new story. When a rogue fairy godmother drops The Feminine Mystique into their corseted laps, it spurs a royal revelation: there is more to life than bird-made dresses and true love’s kiss! Powered by the chart-topping anthems of the Princess of Pop herself, Britney Spears—including “Oops!… I Did It Again,” “Lucky,” “Stronger,” and “Toxic”—Once Upon a One More Time sends audiences on a heartwarming and uproarious musical adventure about smashing the glass slipper and reclaiming your own happily ever after."

/> Britney fans have been starving for a new way to embrace their inner bitch and they may just have it! Coming in 2023 is Once Upon a One More Time — the new musical scored by a sea of Britney Spears hits — is coming to Broadway next year, producers revealed on Friday. The show will open at the Marquis Theatre in New York City on June 22, 2023, although casting hasn't been done at all. But you got to hear the description. I'm so certain I'm being punk'd that I think I'll just ...