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CBS News
02-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Oakland shop teams up with Warriors on making sneakers more sustainable
Oakland shop shares how they're trying to make sneakers more sustainable Oakland shop shares how they're trying to make sneakers more sustainable Oakland shop shares how they're trying to make sneakers more sustainable In downtown Oakland, some see Jeff Perlstein as a savior of souls. However, once inside his workshop, Perlstein does not intend to deliver anyone from evil. These days, his mission in life is to save your sneakers. "There's millions, billions of shoes in the world already and they're creating a lot of waste, unfortunately, a lot of toxicity for the planet," Perlstein told CBS News Bay Area. Perlstein runs SoleSpace Lab. Here, there are several solutions "a foot" to make sneakers more sustainable. Americans throw away tens of millions of pairs every year. These shoes are not biodegradable. Most end up in landfills, where they contaminate soil and groundwater. A report published in "Unsustainable" gives details on how 300 million shoes are thrown away every year, and how polluting they are. The nonprofit is a unique sneaker repair shop that focuses on sustainability and community learning. "Lots of people are concerned about the future of our planet, our impact on it, but feel kind of helpless. So, this is a real opportunity for people to make a difference, to be very hands-on, and also express their creativity at the same time," explained Perlstein. At SoleSpace Lab, workshops teach folks how to upcycle, refurbish, or customize their kicks. The resulting handiwork is pretty cool, including a sneaker embellished with recycled cork; an elaborate landscape drawn on the sneaker, a "Wu Tang Clan" stunner; and just in time for the Golden State Valkyries, a purple rhinestone embellished sneaker decorated with laces embellished with tiny basketballs. Perlstein showed CBS News Bay Area how sometimes sneakers just need new soles or just some whitening by using a UV light. Joining SoleSpace Lab in the effort to save sneakers are the Golden State Warriors. Recently, the team threw a "Sustainable Sole" event at Thrive City outside Chase Center. On hand to pump up the crowd, former Warrior Adonal Foyle. He helped to give away some lightly worn, very cool sneakers. The event attracted lots of young people. "I saw they were giving out some free shoes and then you could also donate some shoes to help the community and the environment," explained Ahmed Omar. Pop-up workshops on location showed participants ways to customize shoes. "They have all these cool little stencils and stuff, so I was like, why not give it a try?" commented Alia Glover with a smile, as she delicately added some cute designs on her shoes. We then saw Katt painting her shoes in a way that would please any Bruin fan. "What I want to do is do half blue, half yellow on this shoe, I want to put the UCLA logo there," Katt explained as she pointed to one area on the shoe. Pai'tyn Gray, 11, was painting a "freestyle" homage to Steph Curry on his shoe. "My favorite player is Steph Curry, so I just did that," the young man said. Foyle knows what's at stake. When he played for the Warriors, he burned through a lot of shoes. "We pretty much used one sneaker a game," said Foyle. Now Foyle's size 17s have a brand-new life as a prize for his charity golf tournament. "Instead of giving someone a trophy, we give them a size 17 sneaker," laughed Foyle. Back in Oakland, Perlstein said he feels hopeful about the future. "This is a real opportunity for people to do something that's right in their hands. that they can be proud of, excited about, express their creativity, and actually make some change," he remarked.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
A now-deleted tweet from Shannon Sharpe's bodyguard claims he met his girl at a Diddy party when she was 17 but where's the proof?
Image source - X You know it's a wild day online when Shannon Sharpe , Diddy, and Katt Williams all end up in the same conspiracy theory. A now-deleted tweet, allegedly posted by Sharpe's bodyguard, has set social media ablaze with claims that Shannon met his current partner at a Diddy party when she was just 17. But here's the twist, the tweet can't be found anywhere now, no one's verified who wrote it, and the internet is spiraling over screenshots that may not even be real. Shannon Sharpe's bodyguard shady tweet, no receipts, and a whole lot of internet chaos So here's how it all started: someone claiming to be Shannon Sharpe's bodyguard dropped a bombshell on X (formerly Twitter), writing, 'F*** NDA, that n**** Shannon met his hoe at a Diddy party when she was 17.' The tweet didn't stop there it ended with a mysterious line: 'watch Katt back and you'll understand.' The post quickly made its way around stan accounts and gossip pages. But just as fast as it popped up, the tweet disappeared. There's no verified account connected to it, no backup from known reporters, and as of now, no screenshot from a reliable source. Some are even saying the tweet never existed and was just cooked up to stir drama. Katt Williams' Club Shay Shay interview is getting dragged into the rumor spiral The 'watch Katt back' part? That's what really got people going. It's a direct reference to Katt Williams' viral appearance on Sharpe's podcast Club Shay Shay earlier this year, the same interview where Katt claimed he declined party invites from Diddy and hinted at 'industry weirdness.' But let's set the record straight: Katt never mentioned Shannon Sharpe in that context. He threw shots at plenty of names, but Sharpe wasn't one of them. Still, folks online are connecting dots that just aren't there, especially since Katt and Sharpe have actually remained on good terms since the episode aired. No confirmation, no evidence, just wild speculation with no names behind it Despite the online explosion, there's absolutely zero evidence backing this tweet. Shannon Sharpe hasn't responded (and likely won't), and no credible outlets have touched the story. This feels a lot more like fan fiction than fact. And since the tweet's gone and wasn't posted from a verified account, there's no way to know if it ever existed in the first place. What we're left with? A bunch of viral whispers, half-screenshotted 'proof,' and a lot of people making reckless allegations based on deleted posts. Also read - Who is Gabriella Zuniga? The OnlyFans star who sued Shannon Sharpe
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Dazed & Confused' star Nicky Katt died by suicide, family confirms
(KSNF & KODE) — The family of beloved character actor Nicky Katt has confirmed the 54-year-old died by suicide. It was reported earlier this week that Katt had died, but the cause of death is now known to be suicide, according to a report from Deadline. Katt was perhaps best known for his role in the cult-favorite 'Dazed and Confused' as bully Clint Bruno, as well as lead and supporting roles in film, television, and video games including 'Insomnia', 'World Trade Center', 'The Dark Knight', 'Boston Public' and 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II – The Sith Lords'. In a statement given to , Katt's sister confirmed the actor had been struggling a quiet battle against depression and urges others to help break the silence and stigma associated with mental health problems. Read the full statement from Nicky Katt's sister, originally published by here: 'Personal Statement on the Loss of My Brother I am deeply saddened that the details of my brother's passing were made public without my consent at a time when our family was still trying to process the shock and grief of his loss. Today, with the heaviest of hearts, I share the devastating news of my brother's passing. He died by suicide after battling with depression-one that he fought bravely but quietly. This is a pain no family should endure, yet far too many do. Mental illness is real, it is powerful, and it is often invisible. We hope that by sharing this, we can help break the silence and stigma that so often surrounds mental health struggles. In this moment of grief, we kindly ask for compassion-not only for our family as we mourn this unimaginable loss-but for every person who is silently struggling. We also ask for privacy to navigate this tragedy and begin the process of healing. If you or someone you know is experiencing depression, please reach out. You are not alone, and help is available. Let us honor my brother's memory by approaching one another with greater understanding, kindness, and care. Thank you. Elise Ravenscroft' If you or anyone you know is having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dazed & Confused Actor Nicky Katt Passes Away at 54
Nicky Katt, the actor known for roles in Dazed and Confused and Boston Public, has passed away at the age of 54. News of his death surfaced recently, with confirmation later provided by both his family and the L.A. County Medical Examiner. Many wish to learn about the what happened to Nicky Katt and the circumstances surrounding his death. Here's what we know so far about Nicky Katt's death. Nicky Katt died by suicide at age 54, according to a statement released by his sister Elise Ravenscroft and confirmed by the L.A. County Medical Examiner. The actor was found dead on April 8, 2025, in his Burbank apartment by his landlord, who was attempting to collect overdue rent. Law enforcement sources reported that Katt died by hanging. A report from the Medical Examiner confirmed the cause of death as 'hanging' and the manner as 'suicide.' Katt's sister stated: 'He died by suicide after battling with depression—one that he fought bravely but quietly.' She added, 'Mental illness is real, it is powerful, and it is often invisible. We hope that by sharing this, we can help break the silence and stigma that so often surrounds mental health struggles.' (via Deadline) Nicky Katt, born in May 1970 in Acapulco, launched his acting career as a child with roles in Fantasy Island and CHiPs. He gained recognition for portraying intense and volatile characters, most notably Clint Bruno in Dazed and Confused (1993) and Harry Senate in Boston Public (2000–2004). He also took on roles in Boiler Room, The Limey, Sin City, Insomnia, SubUrbia, School of Rock, and more. Katt collaborated with directors such as Richard Linklater, Steven Soderbergh, Robert Rodriguez, and Christopher Nolan throughout his career. He made his final known television appearance in Hulu's Casual in 2018. Authorities did not find a suicide note at the scene. His lawyer, John Sloss, confirmed the death but withheld further details. Officials have not released additional information about his family or survivors. Originally reported by Anubhav Chaudhry on The post Dazed & Confused Actor Nicky Katt Passes Away at 54 appeared first on Mandatory.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tributes Pour in After Former 'Friends' Actor Dies at 54
Fans of the iconic sitcom "Friends" received devastating news this Monday. Longtime actor Nicky Katt has passed away at 54. Katt started acting in 1980 on "CHiPs" and "Father Murphy" before landing his breakthrough role in Richard Linklater's "Dazed and Confused" in 1993. That led to him appearing in a few other prominent 90s films, such as "A Time to Kill" and "Strange Days." In 2000, Katt received recognition for his performance in "Boiler Room." Around that same time, he played Harry Senate in "Boston Public." He appeared in 49 episodes during a three-year span. Katt also appeared in "Friends" for an episode titled "The One with the Bullies." Even though it was just a cameo, fans adored his performance. With that said, those who watched Katt on "Friends" paid tribute to him once his death was confirmed. "As much as I hated the character, you can't help but appreciate Nicky Katt's performance as Clint in 'Dazed and Confused.' He did something similar in an episode of 'Friends.' Sad to hear he had passed away. He was one of the greats," one fan wrote on X. Another fan said, "Oh man, I'm so sad to hear of Nicky Katt's death. He was amazing in 'Dazed And Confused' and 'Boiler Room' …… and let's not forget his epic fight cameo with Chandler and Ross in TV's 'Friends.'" "I was just talking to friends a few weeks ago how much I loved Nicky Katt," a third fan commented. "RIP to a real one." According to TMZ, the "Boiler Room" actor was found dead in his Los Angeles apartment. The belief is that he died by suicide. Katt's final TV role came in 2018 on the Hulu series called "Casual." His last film, meanwhile, was "The Sitter" in 2011. Our thoughts are with Katt's loved ones.
