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Buzz Feed
20 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
'Hamilton' And Funny Face Bakery Announce Cookie Collab
You know Hamilton, right? The record-breaking, cultural-reset musical from Lin-Manuel Miranda (that basically changed modern-day theater forever) celebrates its 10th anniversary on Broadway this August. The production's milestone birthday kicked off earlier this year with a special tribute at the 70th annual Tony Awards, starring the original Broadway cast. (Feel old yet? I do. 🫠) You also probably know Funny Face Bakery. The New York City-based bakery frequently goes viral for its pop culture-inspired cookie drops based on everything from White Lotus moments to Kardashian memes. Not for nothing: their gooey chocolate chip cookie frequently pops up on social media rankings and reviews of the best chocolate chip cookies in NYC. Well, folks, it looks like history has its eyes on your cookie jar. As a nod to the legendary musical's achievement, Funny Face just dropped a limited-edition trio of cookies that'll put a smile on the face of any theater kid — or theater kid at heart. First, there are the two decorated cookies: The King George cookie ($14)... ...and the Schuyler sisters cookie ($14). Both are classic sugar cookies, decorated with royal icing. Finally, there's their "gooey" option, called Hamilton's Temptation ($6.50), which is a black-and-gold twist on the bakery's beloved Rainbow Crumbfetti cookie. "As a New York City-born bakery, collaborating with Hamilton feels incredibly full circle," said the founder of Funny Face Bakery, Sarah Silverman. "We're all about bringing joy through nostalgia and pop culture, and few things feel more quintessentially NYC than Hamilton." You can snag them in-store at either of Funny Face's NYC shops (located in NoHo or the Seaport), or order online for nationwide shipping. These limited-editions treats won't last forever either — unlike Hamilton, which I fully expect to outlive us all at this point. To cook thousands of recipes from the comfort of your own phone, download the free Tasty app for iOS and Android!
Miami Herald
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
‘80s Sitcom Star, 79, Makes Heartbreaking Admission About Her Brain Tumor
Actress Sandy Duncan, 79, is sharing details about being diagnosed with a benign brain tumor when she was 24 years old. During a July 2025 interview with That's Classic, Duncan said she started feeling unwell while filming the 1971 sitcom, Funny Face. According to Duncan, she was "working like crazy," despite being "so ill." "I had screaming headaches. My vision was already gone," said the actress. Duncan said that MRIs and CAT scans were still in development, meaning doctors had a difficult time determining what was wrong. However, a doctor advised her to have her mother stay with her during the last week of filming Funny Face, which only lasted one season. Duncan said while her mother was staying over, her vision went completely white. "I screamed for my mother," recalled Duncan during the interview. Duncan said her mother called her doctor, who made a home visit. According to the Hogan Family star, he gave her "a shot to relax" amid her intense pain. Duncan shared that she believed the doctor was euthanizing her. "I thought, 'They are putting me to sleep. They are putting me out. Goodbye.' I said okay. What am I going to do?" said Duncan. After wrapping up filming Funny Face, Duncan was able to get exploratory surgery, which determined she had a brain tumor. "They went in and hunted around and there was this big tumor attached to the back of the orbit of my eye," said Duncan. Duncan also said while doctors were able to successfully remove the tumor, she ended up losing vision in her left eye because of the surgery. "They removed the orbit and the tumor. And in doing that, they severed the optic nerve because it's such a thin little line. And it got cut. And that's when my vision went boom. And it was a 10-hour surgery and I woke up halfway through it," said the Broadway actress. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ballet flats are back in vogue: Experts share cool tips to style them
Image for representative purposes only The classic ballet flats with round toes and delicate bows — dainty, flexible, and easy to slip on — are making a major comeback. This time, however, they come with an elevated style quotient. Nishtha Parwani, a celebrity stylist, tells us, 'Ballet flats have reigned through fashion history since the 1950s, gracing the soles of icons like Audrey Hepburn, Coco Chanel, and Kate Moss.' This footwear is now back in vogue. Pooja Karanam, a celebrity fashion stylist, tells us why: 'Their revival is because of fashion's ongoing obsession with Y2K, early-aughts nostalgia (the period from 2000 to 2009), and the need for chic shoes that don't kill your feet.' A BRIEF HISTORY Ballet flats originated from the soft, flexible slippers worn by ballet dancers. In the 1940s, French designer Rose Repetto adapted the traditional ballet shoes into streetwear, creating flats for her son, dancer Roland Petit. This marked the beginning of the ballet flats as a fashion item. Actresses like Brigitte Bardot helped popularise the style when she wore Repetto's 'Cendrillon' flats in And God Created Woman (1956). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Audrey Hepburn, a trained dancer herself, made ballet flats part of her iconic look in films like Funny Face. Grace Kelly also embraced the style, often pairing them with tailored outfits, reinforcing their refined yet effortless appeal. SPOTTED ON RUNWAYS Ballet flats made it big on the runways. Vikram Seth, fashion stylist and creative director, says, 'Square toes, strappy silhouettes, and woven textures dominated the recent runways of 2025 shows through brands like Chanel, Miu Miu, and Simone Rocha.' Sandy Liang and Prada were also among the brands that featured ballets. Their strong presence on the runways drove celebrities too, to wear it. Gigi Hadid , Aimee Lou Wood , Alexa Chung, Sonam Kapoor , Ananya Panday, Kareena Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Anushka Sharma are among the celebrities who were spotted wearing the shoes. Ballet flats are the perfect summer staple. They're lightweight, breathable and comfortable. Whether in breezy mesh, soft leather, or pastel satin, ballets add the right amount of polish without weighing you down. They pair beautifully with summer staples like linen dresses, shorts, or oversized shirtings Nishtha Parwani, celebrity stylist CLASSIC BALLETS WITH NEW STYLES Square-toe: Chic, minimalist, and perfect for a modern vibe Strappy: Think lace-up styles or Mary Janes Woven: Breezy, natural textures that scream vacation Mesh or transparent: It is like going barefoot, but make it fashionable Satin or embellished: Dressed-up versions for night outs or summer weddings HOW TO STYLE THEM Pair classic ballet flats with floral dresses, cropped denims, and breezy co-ord sets Opt for leather or designer ballet flats with monochrome separates, oversized shirts, and luxe athleisure Pair strappy or embellished ballet flats with denim skirts, mini dresses, and Indian fusion wear Pick square-toe ballet flats to wear below baggy jeans or cargo pants and crop tops for a Gen Z-approved spin Layer your ballet flats with frilly socks for that 'cool girl in Tokyo' energy Pair them with contrasting oversized pieces like blazers or cargos (As suggested by Vikram Seth, fashion stylist and creative director & Pooja Karanam, celebrity stylist) One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Mint
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Are ballet flats the 'it' shoes of 2025?
Move over loafers. The most popular shoes of this season seem to the ballet flats. They have flooded social media timelines in the past month as the ultimate 'cool-girl shoes", with celebrities like Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner and Dua Lipa often seen sporting them. Given their increasing popularity, luxury and fast fashion brands are now offering different versions of the ballet flats. Among them, the ballet sneaker is enjoying the most limelight, since it offers the comfort of a sneaker and the romance of a ballet shoe. Take the LV Sneakerina, a lace-up trainer and ballet flat cross, for instance. Or, Chanel's Mary Jane ballets with cutesy bow detailing. Their popularity rose with Audrey Hepburn sporting them in the 1957 musical, Funny Face. By the 1990s, they became the go-to casual footwear for celebrities like Kate Moss and Sienna Miller. Back home, A-listers like Kareena Kapoor Khan and Ananya Panday are often seen wearing plain black ballet flats. Mumbai-based designer Aprajita Toor's new collaboration is inspired by the ballet flat. She's reimagined it by adding traditional zardozi embroidery. 'It's about reimagining something so Western in a traditional manner while keeping it very modern," she says. One of the reasons she decided to work on the ballet flat is its versatility. 'Whether you're heading to a brunch or a candlelit soirée, they fit perfectly, plus they are comfortable," she says. "For daytime, opt for pastel hues. We made zardozi-embellished flats to add more drama to the footwear." Cecelia Morelli, co-founder of multi-brand fashion house Le Mill, started seeing a rise in interest in ballet shoes in 2023. 'We brought the Alaïa embellished leather ballet flats to India as soon as they were launched (two years ago) and there was instant excitement around it among the consumers," Morelli says. "Since then, during all fashion cycles, our clients have been on the lookout for trendy ballet flats. Currently, we have been noticing that the fishnet leather ballet flats are in demand because of summer. As the seasons shift, the style of ballet flats moves in tandem." She suggests says the fishnet leather ballet flats are a good option if you are looking for a pair of footwear that works from morning to evening. "It is simple and elevates an outfit at the same time. The Vienne or laser cut ballet flats are also a great option. They combine what people look for in footwear: style and comfort." Manish Mishra is a Delhi-based writer and content creator. Also read: Can the corset be the new shirt?
