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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Rumer Willis praises dad Bruce in rare public comment amid his Dementia battle
RUMER Willis has praised her dad Bruce in a rare public comment amid his Dementia battle. Following in her much loved father's footsteps, is also becoming an action hero. Advertisement 5 Rumer Willis has praised her dad Bruce in a rare public comment amid his Dementia battle Credit: AFP 5 Rumer shared adorable images with her Dad Bruce Willis for his birthday Credit: Instagram/rumerwillis 5 Bruce Willis' fans have been concerned for the actor since his diagnosis Credit: Refer to Caption had his first three children in the late 80s and 90s, with actress and ex-wife, . The five girls, along with Demi and Emma, released a joint statement in March 2022 sharing that is a medical condition resulting in the inability to understand words and communicate clearly, aphasia typically occurs after a stroke or head injury. Advertisement Showbiz Stars dementia (FTD). FTD is "an umbrella term for a group of brain diseases that mainly affect the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain", according to the Mayo Clinic. The site states: "These areas of the brain are associated with personality, behavior, and language ." Born August 16, 1988, in Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Exclusive She made her film debut in Now And Then (1995), acting alongside her mother, and has also appeared in three films with her father - The Whole Nine Years (2000), Hostage (2005), and Air Strike (2018). In 2015 she made her Broadway debut in the musical Chicago and also won season 20 of Dancing with the Stars. Bruce Willis' daughter shares rare update on dad's health amid tragic dementia battle She also starred in In her new movie, out in theatres now, Rumer is playing a widow on the warpath in filmmaker Johnny Remo's Trail of Vengeance. Advertisement And she has praised her father's career as part of the reason for her own desire to jump into the genre. In a recent interview she said: "My dad is such an action man." She added: "My mom's done her fair share [of action] as well." Mom Demi starred in GI Jane and Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle. Advertisement Speaking to She added: "I felt like a little kid when I found out I got [this role]" She also shared that she is a huge fan of the Western genre including Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone and 1883. Set in 1875, Trails of Vengeance follows Rumer's character, Katherine Atherton, a widow whose life is upended by her husband's murder, orchestrated by a nefarious colonel. Advertisement But in her quest for vengeance, she unexpectedly crosses paths with a former Pinkerton agent, a man with a troubled past. 5 Rumer shared that she is a huge fan of the Western genre including Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone and 1883 Credit: Getty 5 Rumer is starring in a new film out in theatres now Credit: Instagram/rumerwillis
Los Angeles Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Cassie is a boy mom: Singer gives birth to baby No. 3 with husband Alex Fine
Cassie is celebrating a new personal milestone: her baby boy with husband Alex Fine has arrived. The 'Me & U' singer on Tuesday gave birth to her third child in a New York hospital, sources confirmed to TMZ and People. She and 'MobLand' actor Fine welcomed their newest family member after the former was rushed to the hospital Tuesday and admitted into the labor and delivery unit, according to TMZ. A representative for Cassie, 38, did not immediately respond to The Times' request for confirmation and additional information. The singer (born Casandra Ventura) married Fine, 32, in October 2019 months after meeting him earlier that year at a gym where he worked as a wellness consultant. They also share daughters Frankie, 5, and Sunny, 3. Cassie announced her pregnancy in February via Instagram, sharing photos from an intimate family photo shoot. She captioned the post — which prominently featured her baby bump and her loved ones surrounding her — with a few emojis, including a blue heart. Fine, also known for the series 'American Primeval' and '1883,' said in his own Instagram post at the time that his growing family was the 'best gift I could ask for.' The 'Long Way 2 Go' musician enters her newest chapter of motherhood less than two weeks after she testified against ex-boyfriend and disgraced music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs in his federal sex trafficking trial in New York. During her four days of testimony, Cassie shared disturbing allegations about her relationship with the Bad Boy Records boss — including his alleged fits of violence, threats of blackmail and his notorious sexual marathons called 'freak-offs.' She sued Combs in the fall of 2023, helping set the stage for additional lawsuits from other accusers, federal raids on Combs' homes in Los Angeles and Miami and more legal fallout. 'I hope my testimony has given strength and a voice to other survivors and can help others who have suffered to speak up and also heal from abuse and fear,' Cassie said in a statement shared by her attorney Douglas Wigdor. 'For me, the more I heal, the more I can remember. And the more I can remember, the more I will never forget.' Fine, in a statement through Wigdor, also shut down narratives that he saved his wife from Combs. 'To say that is an insult to the years of painful work my wife has done to save herself,' he said. 'Cassie saved Cassie.' He added: 'She alone broke free from abuse, coercion, violence and threats.' Fine concluded, noting 'this horrific chapter is forever put behind us' and asked for privacy ahead of the arrival of his son with Cassie. Times staff write Richard Winton and former Times staff writer Nardine Saad contributed to this report.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Amid rising costs, lawmaker wants to restart conversation about universal health care
Mainers spend more than $18.5 billion annually on health care, nearly 20% of the state's Gross Domestic Product, according to a 2024 report from the Maine Center for Economic Policy. (Photo:) One legislator is pushing to explore the possibility of a publicly funded universal health care system for Maine, which would expand coverage to more than 59,000 currently uninsured residents. During a public hearing on Wednesday, proponents stressed the urgent need for a better health care system, though the state's affordable health care office said there is 'no path forward' for establishing such a program right now. One bill, LD 1269, proposes a comprehensive study to analyze the costs and feasibility of a universal health care plan. Another, LD 1883, offers a detailed blueprint for a state-wide system called the All Maine Health Program that would provide comprehensive coverage to all Maine residents. If passed, Maine would be the only state in the country to shift to a universal health care system. During the hearing before the Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services Committee, Rep. AnnMarie Mastraccio (D-Sanford), who introduced both bills, said a state-wide system has not been studied comprehensively since 2002, and that 'it's time to update those numbers and evaluate our options.' She is aiming to address rising health care challenges including the closure of hospitals in rural Maine, the uncertainty around Medicaid funding, and overall health care costs increasing. Mainers spend more than $18.5 billion annually on health care, nearly 20% of the state's Gross Domestic Product, she said. 'Maine's current health care system is fragmented, inefficient and economically unsustainable,' Mastraccio said.'As legislators, we have a responsibility to make data-driven decisions that promote a sustainable, equitable health care infrastructure that begins with understanding the true costs and potential savings of a universal, publicly funded system.' Dozens of health care providers, advocates and Mainers who have struggled with medical costs testified in support of the bills, highlighting the urgent need for reform. They pointed to the lack of access to providers in rural areas, racial disparities in health care access in the state and the financial strain on both patients and providers because of the patchwork system of insurance coverage. 'The burden of this poor health infrastructure falls disproportionately on women of color, Black and Indigenous women and low income and rurally located women,' said Lily James, advocacy coordinator for the Maine Women's Lobby. For example, 65% of pregnant Black Mainers receive adequate prenatal care in 2022, compared to 87% of white Mainers, according to Maine Department of Health and Human Services data. And 22% of pregnant Mainers have to travel more than 45 minutes to access a birthing hospital, according to a 2023 report that James cited. 'The All Maine Health Program would be life changing, and in many cases, life saving for so many Mainers and will pave the way for the desperately needed changes to Maine's health care infrastructure,' James said. A November 2024 report from the Maine Center for Economic Policy found that, based on current demographics and insurance coverage, the cost of such a program would roughly equal the amount Mainers spend now, between $17.8 and $19.3 billion. Testifying on behalf of the plan, James Myall, a policy analyst for MECEP who authored the report, said that, unlike the current system, the cost of a universal system could be offset by other revenue streams, such as federal grants or increasing taxes on the wealthiest Mainers. 'This means that most Mainers will pay less under the proposed plan than under the status quo, while also being free of the stresses that come from being unable to afford copays and deductibles, worrying about in-network coverage, or switching insurance providers,' he told lawmakers. Meg Garratt-Reed, director of Maine's Office of Affordable Health Care, which was established by the Legislature in 2021, testified against both bills, saying the state isn't in a position to implement them with the current financial constraints and the amount of change that would be required to implement the program. While she acknowledged that Maine's health system is flawed and praised the intent behind the bills, she said a single-payer program would be too costly and complex to set up right now. The All Maine Health Program aims to save money by removing insurance companies from the system, which would reduce administrative costs like billing as well as shareholder profits. But Garratt-Reed said those savings wouldn't be enough to offset the added expenses in the plan. The bills would expand what's covered, increase payments to providers, and do less to limit unnecessary or overly costly treatments — all of which would drive up overall spending. She also said the bills would move away from the current cost-control system used by Medicare and MaineCare, Maine's Medicaid system, which set fixed prices for services. Instead, the state would have to negotiate rates with each provider — a more complex and less efficient process that could lead to even higher costs. The proposal also relies on using federal money (such as Medicaid and Medicare funds) to pay for the new system — but federal law doesn't let states reallocate money designated for specific programs without special permission, she said. And the federal government is very unlikely to give that permission, Garratt-Reed said, especially under the current political situation, pointing to congressional Republicans' proposal to drastically cut Medicaid funding. 'I think we can all agree that our current health care system is flawed, and that many people suffer because of those flaws. However much we may wish that we could recreate our nation's health care system from the ground up, we have a responsibility to those people to pursue solutions that have real potential to ease their suffering,' she said. 'The reality is there is no path forward for implementing such a program in Maine now or in the immediate future.' SUPPORT: YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
After 1923's Finale, Brandon Sklenar And Taylor Sheridan Are Set To Collaborate Again
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. When 1923 aired its Season 2 finale, it was clear that that chapter of Spencer Dutton's story had come to a close, and to this day, it's unclear if Brandon Sklenar will play the cowboy again in an upcoming Yellowstone project. However, while his future in that world is uncertain right now, what is certain is the fact that Sklenar is set to collaborate with Yellowstone's mastermind, Taylor Sheridan, again on a new project. Read More About 1923 And Yellowstone I'm Obsessed With The Dutton Family Tree, So I Diagrammed It And Figured Out The Questions We Still Need Answered Not long after 1923 came to a close on the 2025 TV schedule (you can watch it with a Paramount+ subscription, by the way), it was announced that the show's star and creator would collaborate again. According to THR, Sklenar will star in Sheridan's film F.A.S.T., which is an action thriller that's been in the works for quite some time. Reportedly, talks are happening right now between Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount to make this movie happen. Also, it was reported that the feature package will include 1923's star, Sklenar, as well as its primary director and cinematographer Ben Richardson, who has worked with Sheridan on the aforementioned prequel as well as 1883, Mayor of Kingstown and Yellowstone. In a statement about F.A.S.T. and the team set to work on it with Sheridan, Warn Bros. Motion Picture Group's Michael De Luca and Pam Abdy made their enthusiasm for the project very known, explaining: The breadth of Taylor Sheridan's body of work is simply astounding and unparalleled in sheer excellence and consistent quality and we could not be more honored to be making this film with him. With the hugely talent director Ben Richardson behind the camera and the exceptional producing talents of Heyday Films and Bosque Ranch, we are thrilled to have such an incredible creative team bringing F.A.S.T. to the big screen. Based on the creative team and star alone, I'm also 'thrilled' about F.A.S.T. This film, which Sheridan has written and is reportedly producing, will be his first movie since 2021's Those Who Wish Me Dead. Before creating Yellowstone, his best-known works were movies like Sicario, Hell or High Water and Wind River. So, this new project marks an exciting return to the medium that got him started as the writer we know today. Paramount Plus: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a yearIf you want access to almost the full Sheridan-verse, you'll need a Paramount+ subscription. Luckily, plans start at $7.99 per month, and you can upgrade to Premium for $12.99 per month to get Showtime and no ads. View Deal Also, this movie fits right in the super producer's wheelhouse. According to the report, F.A.S.T. will follow a former special forces commando who is hired by the DEA to head a black ops strike team against drug dealers. The catch is, these dealers are protected by the CIA. So, if you like Sicario or Lioness, this sounds like the film for you. Overall, this sounds like a fun project that fits within the writer's catalog of work, and it seems like a great vehicle for Brandon Sklenar to continue his growing movie career. In the world of film, he's had breakout moments in films like It Ends With Us and Drop. He's also set to star in the book-to-screen adaptation of The Housemaid on the 2025 movie schedule, further solidifying himself as a star both in and outside of the Yellowstone world. F.A.S.T. seems like a great next step for this actor who proved he's fit to be a leading man on 1923. At the moment, Warner Bros is planning to release this film theatrically on April 23, 2027. Notably, this is a big update, because Sheridan wrote F.A.S.T.'s script in the mid-2010s, and since then it's been passed from Warner Bros to Amazon and back to Warner Bros with potential for releases both theatrically and on streaming. Additionally, the producer has a 'strict exclusive deal with Paramount,' which is where all his shows live, and that's led to a need to make a deal between both studios. However, it seems like things are working out, and eventually, we'll get to see Taylor Sheridan and Brandon Sklenar reunite on the big screen for F.A.S.T. in 2027.
Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
ITV Midsomer Murders star makes major career move after exit comment
Nick Hendrix, best known for playing DS Jamie Winter in the popular ITV drama Midsomer Murders, has joined the cast of a new Hollywood film Midsomer Murders star Nick Hendrix, known for his role as DS Jamie Winter, has landed a new acting job. The 40-year-old actor is set to appear in an upcoming film alongside Isabel May from the Yellowstone spin-off 1883 and Archie Renaux from The Jetty. In this new film, Nick will share the screen with Riverdale's KJ Apa, who plays Jack, a commitment-shy individual caught up in a complicated romance. Jack begins dating Jillian (played by May), unaware that his best friend Johnny (Renaux) also has feelings for her. The film focuses on Jack, who, after avoiding intimacy, finally opens his heart to Jillian, but things get complicated when his best friend falls for her too. While details about Hendrix's character, Wheels, are not yet known, he will appear alongside Emma Laird, Sophie Simnett, and Alex Jarrett, according to IMDb. Gulfstream Pictures expressed their enthusiasm to Deadline last July, saying: "We are very excited to work with this exceptional cast, including Archie, whom we've worked with twice before, and Isabel, Emma, and Alex, who bring an incredible energy to the project." They continued: "We can't wait to bring this amazing story to audiences around the world." Although Nick remains committed to Midsomer Murders, he has spoken about exploring future opportunities in past interviews. In a frank exchange with back in 2020, he conveyed his willingness to embrace upcoming prospects: "I think, as ever, I would always say never say never, and what I would say is that there are so few negatives to doing it that it would be a really hard job to turn down." Further sharing his aspirations for an enduring presence, he said, "I'd like to think that I've done enough well now that they will always want me to be in it." While discussing his career goals, he clarified, "So I can't imagine that I would say outright that I'd do it for the next ten years because that's not my career aspirations," but acknowledged the positive working relationship with Neil Dudgeon, who plays DCI John Barnaby, and the audience's preference for "consistency" over cast changes. Neil Dudgeon faced speculation about his future on Midsomer Murders during an appearance on This Morning at the end of last year, following whispers of him being replaced. Alison Hammond directly addressed the uncertainty: "I think the question on everybody's lips is, is this the end of DCI Barnaby?" A surprised Neil responded with a simple "Why?" which led to Alison revealing, "There have been rumours that this could be the end." Neil humorously retorted, "Somebody knows something I don't," and quipped, "Somebody is trying to get rid of me." Updating fans on the show, Neil confirmed, "As far as I know, I am still here. We are shooting again next year, and the last I heard, I am in it, but I haven't read the script yet, so I don't know." Midsomer Murders is available to watch on ITVX.
