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Perth Now
40 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Bed Judd ‘nearly died' after parachute failed to open
Bec Judd has revealed the scary moment her parachute failed to open while skydiving with her husband Chris Judd in Perth. The model on Friday told SAFM Breakfast with Bernie and Emma G that the terrifying incident happened while she was on a date with the former AFL star. She said she free-fell 'almost all the way to the ground' before an emergency parachute could be activated. At the time, Judd wasn't even allowed to go skydiving, given his contract with the West Coast Eagles at the time. 'We secretly went and did a skydive together in Perth when he was playing for West Coast and my parachute didn't open,' she revealed during the radio show's unbelievably true stories segment. 'Juddy jumped out, felt the parachute, and he's all good. 'So we're strapped to someone, I jump out, we're falling through the sky. [my tandem guy] pulled the parachute, and the parachute opened and tore off. It ripped off and went flying through the sky, and we started falling to the ground again. 'Chris is watching, and we'd only been dating for a couple of months, and his tandem guy, who he was strapped to, went, 'oh there goes your friend', and we started dropping to the ground, and he went, this is where it ends. 'And then, luckily, just before we got to the ground, he [tandem guy] found the little emergency parachute. Little thing, a dinky little kind of BS emergency parachute opened and saved us, and we landed pretty quickly after that. 'So my free fall, you know, that's all you get, 60 seconds of free fall, whatever, I pretty much free fell almost all the way to the ground…and Chris just said he just saw us just go boom, all the way down landing. I jumped after him, but I think I ended up landing about five minutes before him. Thank God the emergency parachute worked.' 'Thank God the emergency parachute worked.' Credit: Supplied. Bec's Vain-ish podcast co-host Jessie Roberts also shared her unbelievably true story, when her child was almost abducted from a car in Naples a decade ago. 'My daughter got kidnapped out of the taxi while we were parked going into the train station, getting our stuff out of the boot,' she said. 'I was actually in the car with my daughter. She was in the seat belt, and a guy reached in and pulled her from her seat belt and started running…she was nearly five, and I was screaming, I was trapped in the car, so I was screaming, but luckily, the bus driver behind us saw it all unfold, and he was on the horn to kind of warn us that this guy was kind of coming towards the car. 'Next minute, there were people jumping off the bus. There was my husband, me with a baby strapped to me, racing after this guy. We jumped on top of him, tackled him.'
Business Wire
10 hours ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Chris Bryant Named Acorn Health's Senior Vice President of Client Acquisition and Marketing
CORAL GABLES, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acorn Health, a leading national provider of applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), has welcomed Chris Bryant as senior vice president of client acquisition and marketing. 'Chris is a recognized leader in driving record-setting growth and his strong background as a leader in healthcare will enable him to make important contributions to Acorn Health.' Share In this role, Bryant leads national growth and outreach efforts, combining his operational expertise with a personal passion for supporting families. He also oversees marketing operations and Acorn Health's admissions team. 'Chris is a recognized leader in driving record-setting growth and his strong background as a leader in healthcare will enable him to make important contributions to Acorn Health,' said Krista Orellana (Boe), M.A., BCBA, executive vice president of growth and chief clinical officer of Acorn Health. 'He brings a deep personal connection to his work and a strong commitment to expanding access to high-quality care, and we are thrilled to have him with us.' Bryant is a healthcare growth leader with more than 20 years of experience in sales operations, business development and marketing across the post-acute care space, with a focus on pediatric services. He has led growth initiatives, process improvements, business development and value-based care initiatives in previous leadership roles at Amedisys, Gentiva, and Aveanna Healthcare. He holds a bachelor's degree in public and therapeutic recreation from Georgia Southern University. 'I knew after a few conversations with Acorn Health's leadership team that this was a group of people who truly live their mission every day,' said Bryant. 'As a proud parent of a child on the autism spectrum, the opportunity to lead our growth efforts and support other families on their journey was a dream come true. It is the greatest responsibility of my career, and I am eager to support Acorn Health as we connect more communities with the best clinical care in the ABA space.' Along with Bryant's appointment, Acorn Health announces the following senior leadership promotions to drive innovation in autism care nationwide: Krista Orellana (Boe), M.A., BCBA, has been named executive vice president of growth and chief clinical officer. In this role, she leads initiatives to drive overall census growth, strengthen payer relationships and support inclusive access to services across Acorn Health. Orellana joined the organization in 2015 and previously served as chief clinical and compliance officer and clinical director of Northern Michigan operations. She has served on the Michigan Autism Council since 2018 and has been recognized twice as one of the Top 50 Women Leaders of Michigan by Women We Admire. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and biology from Central Michigan University and a master's degree in applied behavior analysis from Western Michigan University. Scott Semmel has been named senior vice president of payer relations. In this role, he focuses on aligning payer engagement with clinical access and organizational goals. Semmel joined Acorn Health in early 2025 as vice president of payer relations. He serves on the board of directors for the Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley and as public policy committee chair for the Pennsylvania Homecare Association. He holds a bachelor's degree in biology from DeSales University. About Acorn Health: Acorn Health is accredited by the Autism Commission on Quality and offers both center-based and in-home services nationwide in more than 70 centers located throughout Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Virginia. Founded in 2018, Acorn is committed to providing industry-leading quality clinical care through applied behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy to give children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) the opportunity to live more independent and meaningful lives. Cases of ASD are on the rise; according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 31 children is living with ASD. ABA therapy, a program endorsed by the U.S. Surgeon General, provides individualized plans for each patient based on agreed upon clear, measurable goals with the child's family. Acorn Health uses its proprietary Behavioral Health Index to measure success in ways that are easily understood by families, clinicians and educators. To learn more about Acorn Health, visit and to learn about career opportunities, visit To inquire about ABA therapy at Acorn Health, please call 844.244.1818.
Hamilton Spectator
11 hours ago
- Hamilton Spectator
Want to feel like a Disney character? Visit The Antler Farm in Almaguin
Think deer are just another animal to avoid on the highway? Think again. A deer farm in Almaguin is aiming to change that, offering a unique chance to learn about these animals and the often-misunderstood world of deer farming. Wendy and her husband Chris MacCrimmon have owned and operated their venison farm for nine years but six weeks ago, they decided to open it up to the public. Located on 21 rambling acres in Machar, The Antler Farm is a combination of both of their passions: alternative livestock and photography. 'The vision started with opening the gallery and then we decided why wouldn't we just mix both of our passions together,' said Wendy. 'We thought that there might be a lot of interest in the farm and people getting to experience it.' The Antler Farm offers year-round tours, photo safari experiences, ethically raised venison and a gallery of Wendy's photography — not limited to white-tailed deer. 'Our focus here is producing the healthiest whitetails we can for the highest quality venison,' Chris told Almaguin News, adding that there are other venison farmers in Ontario and regulations for venison producers fall under the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. While there are other deer farms, Almaguin's appears to be the only one inviting people in to meet the deer. A unique experience from the moment you disinfect your footwear and hop in Chris's side-by-side to hit the trail. It's 9 a.m. and sunlight is filtering through the trees, your tour guides throw some deer feed and then you see them. The tiered tines of the first deer's rack glint in the sunlight as he comes to eat. You turn around and the rest of the herd cautiously makes its way over and you're surrounded by these majestic forest creatures usually only seen darting across the road. Caution: you may experience whimsy and feel like an enchanted Disney character after. Chris and Wendy's knowledge on the whitetails is only surpassed by their 11-year-old son, Sawyer, who can often be found on tours and said the best part is getting to hang out with the deer. 'I like getting to see the deer a lot of the time … just being around them, going into the pen and hanging out with them,' he said, adding he hopes coming to the farm gives people a better understanding of deer. 'They're not thought about as much as people should,' he said. 'They're cared for but not in the wild, they go as a hunted animal.' Asked about misconceptions people might have about having a deer farm, Chris replied that some people seem to think the animals aren't healthy but added people don't understand what challenges they face in the wild, including antler development, gestation periods and diseases that impact their health. 'Winters up here are heavy,' Chris explained. 'Deer wintering yards are huge up here because of the snow that we get and how harsh our winters are. It's pretty much the only chance the deer have to recover after breeding season.' According to , white-tailed deer are Ontario's most abundant cervid species, playing a crucial role in the province's ecosystems from the boreal forest to the southern agricultural belt. The deer, whose population and range are primarily limited by winter severity and habitat changes, offer significant ecological, social, and economic benefits, including being a popular game species for hunters and wildlife viewers, despite occasionally causing conflicts like crop damage and vehicle collisions. Health concerns among whitetails in Ontario, according to the province's website, include Chronic Wasting Disease and Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease. Chris also emphasized that white-tailed deer are an excellent alternative livestock for the often challenging agricultural environment in Almaguin. 'It's not strong,' he said about farming on the Canadian shield that makes up the region. 'So for us to be able to raise whitetails on property that really isn't beneficial to do anything else with, we benefit from it.' 'They also have the best life. We make sure of it,' Wendy added, noting that one of their oldest deer is 16 years old. 'It's what comes first to us.' You can see the love and care that takes place on The Antler Farm when you meet the deer for yourself. Prepare to be doe-eyed when you find yourself immersed in this awesome experience found only in Almaguin. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
The Irish Sun
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Nepo baby is following in his pop star dad's footsteps with new band – but can you guess his A-list parents?
A nepo baby is following in the footsteps of his famous pop star dad by becoming a part of a new three-piece band called Dancer. The trio are currently on a 14-night tour in the US called Meet me in the car and have taken to Instagram to share a behind the scenes look at them rehearsing. Advertisement 4 This nepo baby has followed in the footsteps of his singer dad 4 The singer is in a band called Dancer with two bandmates Credit: instagram 4 It's none other than Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow Credit: AP:Associated Press In one clip, the nepo kid, 19, and his bandmates can be seen sitting in the back of a truck as he sings his heart out while they play the guitar and the drums. He is proving that music in his genes as his dad is the lead singer of one of the world's biggest rock bands with 160 million records sold across the globe. Meanwhile, his mum is a huge Hollywood actress and has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy. His parents tied the knot back in 2003 but after thirteen years of marriage , they decided to call it quits and got divorced in 2016. Advertisement READ MORE ON MUSIC That's right, it's Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow and it looks like their son Moses Martin is a chip off the old block as he's aiming for stardom like his famous folks. Chris, 48, formed Coldplay with Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman and Will Champion when he was at University College London. The band, who recently issued a kiss cam warning, signed with record label Parlophone in 1999 and found global fame with their album Parachutes. The foursome are the most successful group of the 21 st century and have won several accolades over their career so far. Advertisement Most read in Music They've won seven Grammy Awards and nine Brit Awards and American Songwriter have ranked Chris as one of the best male singers of this century. On the other hand, Gwyneth, 52, started out her career in 1989 and has acted in several huge films including Emma, Great Expectations, Shallow Hal and the Iron Man series. Coldplay kiss cam company Astronomer hires Chris Martin's ex Gwyneth Paltrow for tongue-in-cheek video As well as her acting career, Gwyneth, Chris and Gwyneth met for the first time in October 2002 backstage of a gig, just weeks after the death of her father, Bruce Paltrow. Advertisement The pair got married in December 2003 at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse and went on to welcome two children together, daughter Apple , 21 and Moses, who was born in 2006. In March 2014, she announced that she and Chris had separated after ten years of marriage, describing the process as "conscious uncoupling". She filed for divorce in April 2015 and it was finally finalised on July 14, 2016. Moses turned 19 in April and his mum took the opportunity to commemorate her son with a heartfelt post on Instagram. Advertisement She told her nine million followers: 'Honestly, you are a dream come true. You are deeply kind and brilliant. You have an incredible intellect and you are so gifted, so talented. 'I listen to your music on repeat and miss you so much at college. And today more than ever. I love you my boy. Mama.' 4 Chris and Gwyneth, who got married in 2016, are parents to Moses and daughter Apple
Scottish Sun
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Nepo baby is following in his pop star dad's footsteps with new band – but can you guess his A-list parents?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A nepo baby is following in the footsteps of his famous pop star dad by becoming a part of a new three-piece band called Dancer. The trio are currently on a 14-night tour in the US called Meet me in the car and have taken to Instagram to share a behind the scenes look at them rehearsing. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 This nepo baby has followed in the footsteps of his singer dad 4 The singer is in a band called Dancer with two bandmates Credit: instagram 4 It's none other than Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow Credit: AP:Associated Press In one clip, the nepo kid, 19, and his bandmates can be seen sitting in the back of a truck as he sings his heart out while they play the guitar and the drums. He is proving that music in his genes as his dad is the lead singer of one of the world's biggest rock bands with 160 million records sold across the globe. Meanwhile, his mum is a huge Hollywood actress and has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy. His parents tied the knot back in 2003 but after thirteen years of marriage, they decided to call it quits and got divorced in 2016. READ MORE ON MUSIC STAR LOOK Demi Lovato channels Kim Kardashian in white mini-dress to film new music video That's right, it's Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow and it looks like their son Moses Martin is a chip off the old block as he's aiming for stardom like his famous folks. Chris, 48, formed Coldplay with Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman and Will Champion when he was at University College London. The band, who recently issued a kiss cam warning, signed with record label Parlophone in 1999 and found global fame with their album Parachutes. The foursome are the most successful group of the 21st century and have won several accolades over their career so far. They've won seven Grammy Awards and nine Brit Awards and American Songwriter have ranked Chris as one of the best male singers of this century. On the other hand, Gwyneth, 52, started out her career in 1989 and has acted in several huge films including Emma, Great Expectations, Shallow Hal and the Iron Man series. Coldplay kiss cam company Astronomer hires Chris Martin's ex Gwyneth Paltrow for tongue-in-cheek video As well as her acting career, Gwyneth, who recently put on a cheeky display, is also a businesswoman after founding her company Goop which she is also the CEO of. Chris and Gwyneth met for the first time in October 2002 backstage of a gig, just weeks after the death of her father, Bruce Paltrow. The pair got married in December 2003 at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse and went on to welcome two children together, daughter Apple, 21 and Moses, who was born in 2006. In March 2014, she announced that she and Chris had separated after ten years of marriage, describing the process as "conscious uncoupling". She filed for divorce in April 2015 and it was finally finalised on July 14, 2016. Moses turned 19 in April and his mum took the opportunity to commemorate her son with a heartfelt post on Instagram. She told her nine million followers: 'Honestly, you are a dream come true. You are deeply kind and brilliant. You have an incredible intellect and you are so gifted, so talented. 'I listen to your music on repeat and miss you so much at college. And today more than ever. I love you my boy. Mama.'
