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2 hours ago
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- Sky News AU
Barbara Walters doc revisits savage interviews with Taylor Swift, Trump, the Kardashians and more
A new Hulu documentary is revisiting Barbara Walters' most scathing interviews throughout her decades-long career. In a sneak peek trailer for 'Barbara Walters Tell Me Everything', released Wednesday, celebrities like Taylor Swift, the Kardashians and now-President Trump appear in footage highlighting the late broadcast journalist's most memorable sit downs. At one point, Walters can be seen telling Swift, 'I know you don't want to talk about guys, and I won't push it, but how are you going to find anybody?' Other scenes show the intrepid journalist savagely pointing out to the Kardashian family that they 'don't really act,' 'sing,' 'dance' or 'have any talent' — and calling out Trump for his widely perceived lack of 'humility.' Elsewhere in the teaser, the documentary even re-explores the time Walters asked Courtney Love if she had ever done 'drugs in front of [her] child.' The singer shares daughter Frances Bean, now 32, with late ex Kurt Cobain. 'No one ever got out totally unscathed,' Walters' former ABC News colleague, Cynthia McFadden, said in a confessional interview. 'She asked the question that nobody else had asked,' Oprah Winfrey added. 'And asked it in a way that always hit a nerve.' The scene then cuts to a clip of the 'Color Purple' star, 71, being reduced to tears due to Walter's tense interview style. The pioneering journalist, who collected many legendary accolades throughout her 50-year career, died at age 93 in December 2022. But her voice lives on in the upcoming documentary, as throwback footage plays of Walters looking back on her own legacy in the media prior to her death. As the first woman to ever anchor the evening news on a major network, she didn't attribute her success to her good looks. 'I was never beautiful,' she said in the clip. 'If I had been a dog, I mean, maybe they wouldn't have put me on television. But, I mean, nobody ever put me on because I was beautiful or glamorous.' Instead, Disney CEO Robert Iger credited Walters' enterprising 'vision' as the impetus that propelled her career. 'She had a vision that celebrities are news, and she turned out to be right. They were newsmakers,' Iger, 74, shared. 'Whether it was her looks or her voice, just the fact that she was a woman, there were people that just didn't believe in her and she loved proving them wrong,' he continued. 'Her job was the love of her life.' 'Barbara Walters Tell Me Everything' begins streaming June 23 on Hulu. Originally published as Barbara Walters doc revisits savage interviews with Taylor Swift, Trump, the Kardashians and more
Yahoo
3 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Cassie Ventura ‘has welcomed her third child'
Cassie Ventura has reportedly welcomed her third child. The 38-year-old singer was heavily pregnant as she gave harrowing testimony in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ongoing federal trial after she accused him of a series of abuses, and it has now emerged she gave birth days after finishing her disturbing appearance in court. According to an ABC News report on Wednesday (28.05.25) she has now given birth, with her and her husband Alex Fine, 32, expected to share further details in the coming days. News broke on Tuesday (27.05.25) she had gone into labour. Cassie and Alex have already shared their pregnancy journey on social media with snaps of Cassie showing off her growing baby bump in recent weeks. The singer, whose full name is Casandra Ventura, confirmed in March her third the baby would be a boy. In a birthday message to Alex on Instagram, she wrote: 'You've taken care of me and my heart like no other, you're hands down the best girl dad and I'm SO excited to see you now become a father to OUR SON!' The couple already share two daughters – Frankie, born in late 2019, and Sunny, born in 2021. Cassie and Alex married in 2019 shortly after the singer's relationship with Combs ended. Alex was present in New York City earlier this month as Cassie gave testimony against her former partner, who is facing federal charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution. Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to all charges and denies all allegations. Cassie spent four days on the witness stand, offering detailed accounts of what she described as an abusive relationship with Combs. According to her testimony, she endured years of physical and sexual abuse, as well as episodes of forced drug use. Her testimony followed a civil lawsuit filed in November 2023, in which Cassie accused Combs of rape, battery and human trafficking. The case was settled out of court, with Cassie later revealing during proceedings that she received a $20 million settlement. Cassie has spoken publicly about the balancing act of being a mother and maintaining her own career. In a 2020 interview with Hatch, she said about bringing up her daughter: 'I don't want to lose myself in becoming a mom. Of course, I will do anything for her, but I also want to remain true to myself. 'I want her to grow up watching me do my thing. I want her to see me making music, building my business, being a mom, a wife, a force, and be inspired by it all.' Sunny, the second child of Alex and Cassie, was born on 22 March 2021. Announcing her birth, Cassie posted on Instagram: 'On Monday March 22nd, 2021 @ 10:22am our hearts got bigger. Welcome to the world baby girl! We love you so much Sunny Cinco Fine!'
Perth Now
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Cassie Ventura ‘has welcomed her third child'
Cassie Ventura has reportedly welcomed her third child. The 38-year-old singer was heavily pregnant as she gave harrowing testimony in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ongoing federal trial after she accused him of a series of abuses, and it has now emerged she gave birth days after finishing her disturbing appearance in court. According to an ABC News report on Wednesday (28.05.25) she has now given birth, with her and her husband Alex Fine, 32, expected to share further details in the coming days. News broke on Tuesday (27.05.25) she had gone into labour. Cassie and Alex have already shared their pregnancy journey on social media with snaps of Cassie showing off her growing baby bump in recent weeks. The singer, whose full name is Casandra Ventura, confirmed in March her third the baby would be a boy. In a birthday message to Alex on Instagram, she wrote: 'You've taken care of me and my heart like no other, you're hands down the best girl dad and I'm SO excited to see you now become a father to OUR SON!' The couple already share two daughters – Frankie, born in late 2019, and Sunny, born in 2021. Cassie and Alex married in 2019 shortly after the singer's relationship with Combs ended. Alex was present in New York City earlier this month as Cassie gave testimony against her former partner, who is facing federal charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution. Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to all charges and denies all allegations. Cassie spent four days on the witness stand, offering detailed accounts of what she described as an abusive relationship with Combs. According to her testimony, she endured years of physical and sexual abuse, as well as episodes of forced drug use. Her testimony followed a civil lawsuit filed in November 2023, in which Cassie accused Combs of rape, battery and human trafficking. The case was settled out of court, with Cassie later revealing during proceedings that she received a $20 million settlement. Cassie has spoken publicly about the balancing act of being a mother and maintaining her own career. In a 2020 interview with Hatch, she said about bringing up her daughter: 'I don't want to lose myself in becoming a mom. Of course, I will do anything for her, but I also want to remain true to myself. 'I want her to grow up watching me do my thing. I want her to see me making music, building my business, being a mom, a wife, a force, and be inspired by it all.' Sunny, the second child of Alex and Cassie, was born on 22 March 2021. Announcing her birth, Cassie posted on Instagram: 'On Monday March 22nd, 2021 @ 10:22am our hearts got bigger. Welcome to the world baby girl! We love you so much Sunny Cinco Fine!'
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Trump commutes federal life sentence for Gangster Disciples founder Larry Hoover
President Donald Trump has commuted the federal life sentence of Larry Hoover, one of Chicago's most notorious gang leaders, according to his attorneys. Hoover, 74, the founder of the Gangster Disciples, has spent nearly three decades in solitary confinement at ADX Florence in Colorado, widely considered one of the most secure prisons in the world. "Larry Hoover's federal life sentences have been commuted by President Donald Trump," Bonjean Law Group said in a statement to ABC News. "Mr. Hoover, who is now 75 years old, spent nearly 30 years in solitary confinement at ADX Florence -- the most restrictive, draconian supermax prison in the United States." MORE: Trump escalates war with Harvard: 'They're getting in deeper and deeper' Despite the commutation of his federal sentence, Hoover still faces a 200-year state sentence for the 1973 murder of William "Pooky" Young, a 19-year-old neighborhood drug dealer in Chicago. The federal charges, which resulted in six life terms in 1997, came decades after his state conviction. "The courts have demonstrated a complete unwillingness to consider Mr. Hoover's considerable growth and complete rehabilitation," Bonjean Law Group stated. "Despite the court's unwillingness to do the right thing, Mr. Hoover has been able to keep his voice alive through the incredible work of many advocates and supporters." Hoover's case has drawn significant attention from high-profile figures in the entertainment industry. In 2021, rappers Kanye West and Drake set aside their differences to perform at an Amazon-sponsored concert advocating for Hoover's release. The event, organized by J. Prince, took place at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum. MORE: Thieves cut through candy store to steal $2M in jewelry store heist The case has remained controversial, as some claim he continues to control the gang from prison through intermediaries, while others argue he is unfairly targeted by law enforcement and that his rights are violated. In the community, some view him as a Robin Hood figure who helped his neighborhood. His influence extends into pop culture, with references in popular music, including rapper Rick Ross' hit song "B.M.F.," where he draws parallels between himself and Hoover. Hoover is expected to be transferred from the notorious supermax prison in Colorado to a prison in Illinois at some point. "Thankfully, Mr. Hoover's pleas were heard by President Trump, who took action to deliver justice for Mr. Hoover," Bonjean Law Group concluded. "We are thrilled to see that Mr. Hoover will be released from federal custody." Trump commutes federal life sentence for Gangster Disciples founder Larry Hoover originally appeared on
4 hours ago
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Trump commutes federal life sentence for Gangster Disciples founder Larry Hoover
President Donald Trump has commuted the federal life sentence of Larry Hoover, one of Chicago's most notorious gang leaders, according to his attorneys. Hoover, 74, the founder of the Gangster Disciples, has spent nearly three decades in solitary confinement at ADX Florence in Colorado, widely considered one of the most secure prisons in the world. "Larry Hoover's federal life sentences have been commuted by President Donald Trump," Bonjean Law Group said in a statement to ABC News. "Mr. Hoover, who is now 75 years old, spent nearly 30 years in solitary confinement at ADX Florence -- the most restrictive, draconian supermax prison in the United States." Despite the commutation of his federal sentence, Hoover still faces a 200-year state sentence for the 1973 murder of William "Pooky" Young, a 19-year-old neighborhood drug dealer in Chicago. The federal charges, which resulted in six life terms in 1997, came decades after his state conviction. "The courts have demonstrated a complete unwillingness to consider Mr. Hoover's considerable growth and complete rehabilitation," Bonjean Law Group stated. "Despite the court's unwillingness to do the right thing, Mr. Hoover has been able to keep his voice alive through the incredible work of many advocates and supporters." Hoover's case has drawn significant attention from high-profile figures in the entertainment industry. In 2021, rappers Kanye West and Drake set aside their differences to perform at an Amazon-sponsored concert advocating for Hoover's release. The event, organized by J. Prince, took place at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum. The case has remained controversial, as some claim he continues to control the gang from prison through intermediaries, while others argue he is unfairly targeted by law enforcement and that his rights are violated. In the community, some view him as a Robin Hood figure who helped his neighborhood. His influence extends into pop culture, with references in popular music, including rapper Rick Ross' hit song "B.M.F.," where he draws parallels between himself and Hoover. Hoover is expected to be transferred from the notorious supermax prison in Colorado to a prison in Illinois at some point. "Thankfully, Mr. Hoover's pleas were heard by President Trump, who took action to deliver justice for Mr. Hoover," Bonjean Law Group concluded. "We are thrilled to see that Mr. Hoover will be released from federal custody."
