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News18
4 hours ago
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- News18
‘I Screamed': Woman Finds Out Rescue Dog Is Dad Of Her Late Pet
Last Updated: A San Francisco family was stunned to discover that their newly adopted rescue dog is the biological father of their late pet. A touching story from San Francisco has gone viral, bringing tears and smiles to people all over the internet. According to a report by People, a local family discovered something unbelievable about a rescue dog they adopted—and the twist is so emotional, it feels like something out of a movie. Their new pet turned out to be the biological father of their late dog. The Reiff family was heartbroken when their beloved dog Rufus passed away suddenly in April. Jillian Reiff, who adopted Rufus—a rat terrier-Chihuahua mix—from the San Francisco SPCA in 2016, shared how much he meant to them. 'He was there when my husband and I were engaged. When we got married at city hall, he was in our pictures," she told People. Rufus had been a part of the family's life for years, and his death deeply affected Jillian and her children, 6-year-old Maya and 4-year-old Benjamin. The kids had grown up with Rufus and didn't know life without him. The Reiffs had fostered many animals over the years, but this time they weren't sure they were ready to adopt again. Still, life had other plans. Just four days after Rufus passed away, Jillian and her daughter Maya saw a post on Instagram from Muttville Senior Dog Rescue. The photo was of a dog who looked almost exactly like Rufus. Even though Jillian had planned to take a break before adopting again, she told ABC7, 'It was just kismet that they looked alike. I think the longer I sat with him. the more There was a feeling I could not explain." She rushed to the shelter, met the dog, and brought him home. They named him Ziggy. Once Ziggy was part of the family, Jillian began to notice things—small behaviours and expressions that reminded her of Rufus. Curious and a little unsettled, she decided to have Ziggy's DNA tested through Embark, a dog DNA testing company. The results left her completely shocked. 'They were an identical DNA match. Ziggy was Rufus's biological father," Jillian also said. 'I screamed. I screamed at my job in my conference room. I almost passed out," she told People. Even though Rufus is no longer with them, the family believes that a piece of him lives on in Ziggy. 'I don't know that I can express what this has meant to us," Jillian told ABC7. She added that Ziggy's arrival has been nothing short of a miracle. No dog can replace Rufus—but Ziggy has brought healing, comfort, and a truly magical connection. view comments Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: July 20, 2025, 11:30 IST News viral 'I Screamed': Woman Finds Out Rescue Dog Is Dad Of Her Late Pet Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Economic Times
11 hours ago
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- Economic Times
He hit his head at birth and made a dent; inside Brianna Ruffalo's husband Josh Lucas' bizarre full name
Josh Lucas Marries Meteorologist Brianna Ruffalo at the Vatican. (Image: Instagram/Joshua Lucas) Hollywood actor Josh Lucas, best known for Sweet Home Alabama, Yellowstone, and A Beautiful Mind, tied the knot with ABC7 meteorologist Brianna Ruffalo in a dreamy ceremony held inside the Vatican. The couple, who got engaged in June 2024, shared stunning black-and-white photos from their intimate wedding on July 18 via 54, called it 'easily one of the greatest days of my life,' as he and Ruffalo embraced Catholic tradition at one of the most sacred places on Earth. Ruffalo wore a delicate lace-detailed white gown, while Lucas donned a classic black suit Also Read: What happened to Saudi Arabia's 'Sleeping Prince'? Inside the London car crash that left him in a 20-year coma before his death But beyond the romantic images and heartfelt captions lies a lesser-known detail about the groom, his unforgettable full name. While fans know him as Josh Lucas, his full name is Joshua Lucas Easy Dent Maurer, and yes, "Easy Dent" is part of his legal middle name. The reason? It's tied to a rather comical (and slightly painful) story from the day he was born. As Lucas once shared with the Los Angeles Times in 2006, his birth was so fast and smooth that his parents added 'Easy' to his name. But during delivery, the doctor reportedly accidentally knocked the newborn's head against a bedpost, leaving a small dent, hence the second part: 'Dent.' The name stuck, and his parents, who led a nontraditional, countercultural lifestyle, chose to make it Lucas began his acting journey at 19 after moving to Hollywood. He appeared in popular TV shows like True Colors, Parker Lewis Can't Lose, and Life Goes On, before landing roles in films such as Alive and Father Hood. His career gained momentum with performances in A Beautiful Mind, Glory Road, and Poseidon. Lucas also took on international projects, including a notable role in Australia's Snowy River: The McGregor Saga. According to The Richest, Lucas has amassed a net worth of $16 million through decades in film and television. Beyond acting, he co-founded Filthy Food with friends Marc and Danielle Singer, showing interest in ventures outside Hollywood.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
He hit his head at birth and made a dent; inside Brianna Ruffalo's husband Josh Lucas' bizarre full name
Hollywood actor Josh Lucas , best known for Sweet Home Alabama , Yellowstone, and A Beautiful Mind , tied the knot with ABC7 meteorologist Brianna Ruffalo in a dreamy ceremony held inside the Vatican. The couple, who got engaged in June 2024, shared stunning black-and-white photos from their intimate wedding on July 18 via Instagram. Lucas, 54, called it 'easily one of the greatest days of my life,' as he and Ruffalo embraced Catholic tradition at one of the most sacred places on Earth. Ruffalo wore a delicate lace-detailed white gown, while Lucas donned a classic black suit Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category healthcare MBA CXO Data Analytics Operations Management Product Management Finance Design Thinking Data Science Technology Management Digital Marketing Data Science PGDM Others Degree Leadership Project Management Artificial Intelligence others Cybersecurity Healthcare MCA Public Policy Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Lucknow CERT-IIML Healthcare Management India Starts on undefined Get Details by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Victoria Principal Is Almost 75, See Her Now The Latest Article Undo Also Read: What happened to Saudi Arabia's 'Sleeping Prince'? Inside the London car crash that left him in a 20-year coma before his death Live Events But beyond the romantic images and heartfelt captions lies a lesser-known detail about the groom, his unforgettable full name . Why is his name so unusual? While fans know him as Josh Lucas, his full name is Joshua Lucas Easy Dent Maurer , and yes, "Easy Dent" is part of his legal middle name. The reason? It's tied to a rather comical (and slightly painful) story from the day he was born. As Lucas once shared with the Los Angeles Times in 2006, his birth was so fast and smooth that his parents added 'Easy' to his name. But during delivery, the doctor reportedly accidentally knocked the newborn's head against a bedpost, leaving a small dent, hence the second part: 'Dent.' The name stuck, and his parents, who led a nontraditional, countercultural lifestyle, chose to make it official. A Career built on versatility Josh Lucas began his acting journey at 19 after moving to Hollywood. He appeared in popular TV shows like True Colors, Parker Lewis Can't Lose, and Life Goes On, before landing roles in films such as Alive and Father Hood. His career gained momentum with performances in A Beautiful Mind, Glory Road, and Poseidon. Lucas also took on international projects, including a notable role in Australia's Snowy River: The McGregor Saga. What is Josh Lucas's Net worth? According to The Richest, Lucas has amassed a net worth of $16 million through decades in film and television. Beyond acting, he co-founded Filthy Food with friends Marc and Danielle Singer, showing interest in ventures outside Hollywood.
Metro
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Yellowstone star, 54, marries weather presenter fiancée, 34, in Vatican wedding
Yellowstone star Josh Lucas, 54, has tied the knot with his 34-year-old fiancée Brianna Ruffalo in the Vatican. The actor, known for his roles in films including Sweet Home Alabama and Ford v Ferrari, and weather presenter Brianna Ruffalo announced on Friday that they had said their vows at the official residence of the Pope in Rome, Italy. Brianna, who works for ABC7 in Los Angeles, captioned an Instagram carousel from their special day: 'Mr and Mrs Incredibly blessed to receive this sacrament together inside the heart of the Catholic Church and holy city.' She shared a selection of snaps from their ceremony inside one of the chapels, which showed Josh planting a kiss on her inside the church and photos of them posing outside the famous St Peter's Basilica. 'I love you! Easily one of the greatest days of my life. I am so so grateful,' Josh wrote in the comments section as others rushed to share their congratulations, including Brianna's ABC7 colleagues. He also shared photos on his account as he thanked people for who helped 'make the dream of wedding in the Vatican come true'. 'Congratulations my friend. This is the good stuff,' commented White Lotus star Walton Goggins while Oscar and Emmy-winning actress Alison Janney shared her good wishes and House of Cards' Michael Kelly added: 'Perfect!!! Congratulations yall!!!' Brianna gave a hint at what it entails to get married in the holy location – something only open to Catholic couples – in a follow-up post on Saturday evening, where she shared a gorgeous portrait of her and her husband posing on a balcony outside together in their wedding finery, heads together. 'We are grateful to the many people who helped us get to this moment in the Catholic Church,' she began. 'I am so thankful for Father Winters at the parish I grew up in, and Sister Angelica at the archdiocese of Los Angeles – as well as several others within the archdiocese. 'We also absolutely couldn't have done this without our stellar wedding planning team who coordinated with the Vatican. Thank you for making our wedding day so beautiful and easy.' Upon announcing their engagement last July, the American Psycho actor – who has recently delighted fans by portraying the young version of Kevin Costner's character John Dutton on smash-hit cowboy show Yellowstone – shared that he was 'grateful and thrilled' that Brianna had agreed to be his wife after he popped the question during a romantic Italian holiday. The happy couple, who had been together for almost two years, shared their news on Instagram, with a tearful Brianna laughing as she showed off her diamond ring while musicians played Elvis Presley's Can't Help Falling in Love. Josh captioned his post: 'For the last 2 years in every way and every day this beautiful soul has made me and my life better, deeper, and more whole. 'I am so grateful and thrilled she said 'Yes'. I WAY love you Brianna. Thank you to our families and all the people and places that made this come true. I am absolutely aware I got crazy lucky.' Meanwhile, Brianna said that accepting Josh's proposal was the 'easiest and best question' she'd ever answered. She wrote on her own page: 'Almost 2 years ago this fall, and with no expectations, Josh walked into my life… and we knew almost immediately we had each found our person in a way we've never experienced – on every level. This was the easiest and best question I've ever answered. So, here's to forever with my love, my best friend. I can't wait to keep living this life with you.' Josh was previously married to ex-wife Jessica Ciencin Henriquez, with whom he shares 13-year-old son Noah. The former couple were engaged six weeks after meeting in 2011, marrying in 2012 and then divorcing in 2014. More Trending He previously joked that Brianna is 'fully' on the side of Patrick Dempsey's character Andrew Hennings in his classic 2002 rom-com Sweet Home Alabama. The movie sees Reese Witherspoon's Melanie Smooter leave her fiancé Andrew for Josh's character Jake Perry at the end of the film. He told Entertainment Tonight: 'In [Brianna's] mind, she's like, 'But you're the guy that kind of ruined their relationship!' 'The funny thing is once she said that, all these people have come up to me and been like, 'Yeah, I was Team Patrick too.'' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. View More » MORE: Stranger Things fans 'figure out who's going to die' after season 5 trailer MORE: Emily Atack announces engagement to boyfriend Dr Alistair Garner with romantic holiday snap MORE: WWE star, 55, gets leg amputated after over 30 surgeries to save limb
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Josh Lucas marries Brianna Ruffalo in Vatican City: 'One of the greatest days of my life'
1 2 'Yellowstone' actor Josh Lucas and 'ABC7' meteorologist Brianna Ruffalo tied the knot in a breathtaking ceremony inside Vatican City on July 18, 2025, surrounded by close family and friends. The couple, who began dating in 2022 and got engaged in Positano in 2024, exchanged vows in what Lucas described as 'a dream.' Ruffalo posted a carousel of images from the ceremony, and captioned it, 'Mr and Mrs. Incredibly blessed to receive this sacrament together inside the heart of the Catholic Church and Holy City.' Check out the post here: Lucas responded in the comments, 'I love you! Easily one of the greatest days of my life. I am so so grateful.' The bride wore a strapless Italian lace gown with a fingertip veil and soft waves, while Lucas opted for a classic black tuxedo. One standout photo shows Ruffalo holding a lace umbrella as Lucas leans against a stone wall, both beaming with joy. A love story rooted in faith, travel, and shared values The couple first met during the production of the drama 'Palm Royale' in California and they quickly bonded over shared interests. Their relationship got intense with their trips to Mexico, Rome, and Ruffalo's ancestral village near Naples. Lucas proposed in Positano with Elvis Presley's 'Can't Help Falling in Love' playing in the background. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Providers are furious: Internet access without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Ruffalo later wrote: 'Josh walked into my life in the fall of 2022, and we knew almost immediately we had found our person in a way we've never experienced; on every level.' Wedding details: photography, planning, and location The ceremony was held inside St. Peter's Basilica, with photography by Caterina Errani and planning by Paolo Nassi. Lucas thanked the team on social media, writing: 'A huge thank you to deeply talented @caterinaerrani_photography & to @weddings_italy @paolo_nassi @JinaneKafrouny who helped make the dream of wedding in the #vatican come true… many many people to thank for this to come…' Josh Lucas' family and future plans Lucas was previously married to writer Jessica Ciencin Henriquez from 2012 to 2014. They share a son, Noah, with whom Ruffalo has developed a close bond. The newlyweds plan to divide their time between Los Angeles, where Ruffalo continues her work and various filming locations for Lucas's upcoming projects.
