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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tom Llamas' 3 Kids: All About the 'NBC Nightly News' Host's Daughters Malena and Juliette and Son Tomas
Tom Llamas has a close relationship with his kids: Malena, Juliette and Tomas. The broadcast journalist and his wife, Jennifer, a former news and executive producer, married in June 2006. They eventually started a family, welcoming daughter Malena in March 2013, followed by daughter Juliette in December 2015 and son Tomas in October 2017. After living in New York City for years, the Llamas' moved to upstate New York in 2022, per The New York Times. Despite his busy schedule — hosting Top Story with Tom Llamas on NBC News NOW and succeeding longtime host Lester Holt on NBC Nightly News starting on June 2 — Tom remains dedicated to his loved ones. 'We're always together and we're such a close family. I really hope that never changes,' he told Yahoo! Life in November 2021. 'I grew up with a certain set of values and I want to share that with my kids — that they have a loving home, they have two people who love them more than the world. I think that's our driving force.' Tom is open about his family life, often sharing snippets of his children on social media — from attending baseball games to family activities and birthday celebrations — proudly using the moniker 'Team Llamas.' Here's everything to know about Tom Llamas' kids: Malena, Juliette and Tomas. Tom and Jennifer welcomed their first child, daughter Malena, in March 2013. In March 2025, Tom posted a slideshow on Instagram wishing Malena a happy 'golden birthday' and calling her the 'best big sis we know.' The previous year, for Malena's 11th birthday, Tom also celebrated with a post on Instagram, referring to her as the family's 'drama queen, nature lover, and future TikToker.' In both posts, Tom included photos celebrating Malena's stage performances, including playing Snow White in a drama production. Following in her father's storytelling footsteps, Malena is also interested in writing. Recently, one of her stories was selected for the Frightopia young writers short story anthology, published by Writopia Publishing Labs. Aside from her hobbies, Malena enjoys hanging out with her siblings. Speaking to The New York Times in October 2024, Tom revealed that the whole family often plays together when he gets home from work, especially Malena and Juliette. 'We'll come back home and pop out to the backyard for an hour of family playtime. My son has become obsessed with baseball,' he told the outlet. 'Sometimes the girls come by and want to hit balls, too, or Juju and Malena will play together on the trampoline.' Tom and Jennifer welcomed their second child, their daughter Juliette, in December 2015. Juliette, whom the family calls 'Juju,' loves to cook, Tom told The New York Times. On Sunday mornings, 'my wife and daughter Juju will start making breakfast, usually pancakes or omelets,' he said. 'Juju loves to cook — and she's pretty good at it, too!' During the week, though, she lets her dad be more hands-on. Ahead of his debut on NBC Nightly News, Tom spoke to Today about his morning routine, which he revealed involves cooking breakfast for his kids and sending them off to school. Tom has shared photos of Juliette's accomplishments on social media, from taking 'big steps' at her First Communion in June 2024 to getting first place in a gymnastics competition in April 2024 and celebrating her birthday on a family ski trip in December 2023. In 2021, Tom told Yahoo! Life what having two daughters has taught him. 'It's opened my eyes to a new way of living and life. It's wonderful,' he explained. 'It's like, whatever they ask, I'll give them. I'm gonna be the worst parent when they're older.' Tom and Jennifer welcomed their youngest child, son Tomas, in October 2017. 'Yesterday we were blessed to welcome this healthy and handsome baby boy into our lives. Mom is doing amazing and his big sisters are over the moon,' Tom wrote in an Instagram post announcing Tomas' birth. 'So far 'Baby T' is a lot of fun.' Over the years, Tom has shared glimpses into his son's personality. In October 2024, he told The New York Times that Tomas was 'obsessed' with baseball and the Yankees. Apart from letting him stay up past his bedtime to watch games during the 2024 playoffs, they also attended one in person. But the father-son duo spend time together outside of baseball, too. In May 2022, Tom took Tomas fishing, posting a photo on Instagram of him holding up a fish. 'The young man and the sea,' Tom wrote in the caption. 'My little guy slammed half dozen mangrove snappers on his first outing.' That same year, Tom and Tomas dressed up for Halloween in coordinating Jurassic Park costumes and attended the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade together. In October 2024, Tom wrote an essay in Men's Health about how he bonded with Tomas over Metallica. 'Parenting often plays this odd trick on me where I'll think of my son at his age and then I'm transported back to where I was that age,' he wrote, reminiscing on memories of listening to music with his own father. 'My son doesn't know it now, but one day he'll be somewhere and a song will play and he'll remember. Him. Me. The music.' Read the original article on People
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What did Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce had on their Florida dinner date, and how much did it cost?
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on a dinner date in Florida/ Image file, Instagram Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce recently enjoyed a luxurious dinner date at Harry's restaurant in West Palm Beach, Florida, reportedly spending around $400 on an indulgent meal. The couple, who have been dating since summer 2023, were spotted arriving around 10 p.m. , accompanied by security. The sighting was first reported by Jose Andres Cortes, a professional MMA fighter, along with another eyewitness. Both shared photos and videos of the couple cozied up in a booth, enjoying their evening out Taylor looked elegant in a floral off-the-shoulder dress cinched with a metallic belt, her blonde hair styled in a loose low bun. Travis sported a black-and-white zebra-pattern shirt paired with white pants and a baseball cap, exuding a relaxed but stylish vibe. The couple started their evening with signature cocktails. Taylor enjoyed the Malena, made with Wheatley craft vodka, passion fruit, and organic vanilla, shaken and topped with bubbles. Travis chose the Purple Rain, a mix of Hendrick's Oasium gin, green tea, crème de violette, and citrus, also shaken and topped with bubbles. TMZ reported these drinks as their preferred starters. For dinner, they ordered a rich and varied spread featuring an endive salad, cacio e pepe pasta, lobster risotto, Dover sole, a dry-aged burger, wagyu filet mignon, sautéed garlic broccolini, and potato purée. According to TMZ sources, Taylor focused on the Dover sole and nibbled on the lobster risotto, while Travis indulged heavily in the wagyu filet, dry-aged burger, and pasta, likely preparing for the upcoming NFL season. They shared the other dishes between them. Their meal reportedly cost nearly $400, with security handling the bill at the end of the night. The couple appeared relaxed and cozy, seated together in a booth, enjoying their night out after months of low public visibility. Since wrapping up her two-year Eras Tour, Taylor has been keeping a lower profile, mostly spending time at Travis's $20 million Florida mansion in Boca Raton. The lavish six-bedroom, seven-bathroom rental includes amenities like a pool with a waterfall, private dock, bar, and home theater. Travis is currently in the NFL offseason but is expected to return to training camp soon. This dinner marks a return to public outings for the pair, who also celebrated Mother's Day together and have been frequently seen enjoying quiet moments in Florida. Their shared love for good food and quality time suggests many more such evenings ahead as they navigate Travis's offseason and Taylor's downtime. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Devastated Chicago residents left reeling after beloved tiger is euthanized at zoo
Brookfield Zoo in Chicago is mourning Malena, a beloved Amur tiger, who was euthanized Friday due to a sudden health crisis. Veterinarians discovered that cancer had compromised her kidney function, leading to dangerous heart arrhythmias. 'Due to the severity of these abnormalities, the Zoo's veterinary experts made the incredibly difficult, but compassionate, decision to humanely euthanize her,' the zoo said in a statement. Malena joined the zoo's big cat family in 2020 at age 10 and made history just a year later, becoming the first Amur tiger in North America to successfully undergo a total hip replacement—a milestone in veterinary medicine. Her caretakers fondly recalled her morning routine: greeting the team with chuffs and her signature 'singing.' 'One of the things Malena's animal care team will miss the most about her is being greeted by her 'singing' and chuffing each morning, as well as her adoration for her beds.' They recalled that she wasn't much of a 'morning cat,' the statement continued. 'Malena's loss is deeply felt by all of us: our staff, volunteers, and the many guests who were moved by her quiet grace and beauty. She truly left a lasting mark on everyone lucky enough to see her.' As news of her passing spread, tributes poured in across social media—nearly 600 comments were filled with gratitude, heartbreak, and personal memories. 'So grateful that on our most recent visit we got to watch her play fetch with herself and her ball. She was so full of life. Hugs to her caretakers and all who loved her,' one commenter wrote. 'Thank you, Brookfield Zoo Chicago, for your good care and for making the compassionate choice for her. Warm thoughts to all her caregivers, Whirl, and all who cared about her,' said another. The grief was deeply personal for many: 'So very sorry. Our sympathies to her caregivers as it is very tough to lose a beloved 'family' member. She will be missed by all.' A visitor shared a cherished moment: 'I took this picture on November 30, 2020. I had just finished talking about Malena being so shy. 'A few seconds later, she peaked over the rock and disappeared just as quickly. I was so excited! 'The keeper ran back to see the image. She couldn't wait to tell the others that she had attempted to come out.' Others captured the sorrow in poetic terms: 'Heaven has lots of space for tigers.' 'As a former keeper at Brookfield I know how strong the bond can be with all the creatures in your care. They depend on us and we on them and to lose such an endangered species is even harder. My heart goes out to all her caregivers.' 'My daughter loved two animals more than any others: Malena and Kinda. What a tough weekend we're gonna have,' wrote another user. One tribute summed up the collective sentiment: 'I'm heartsick. What a privilege to have been in her presence.' And quoting Pirates of the Caribbean, one mourner added, 'The world's still the less in it.'
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Endangered Amur tiger Malena euthanized at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
BROOKFIELD, Ill. (WGN) — Brookfield Zoo Chicago is mourning the loss of their Amur tiger named Malena, following its decision to 'humanely euthanize' the animal following life-threatening health issues. Zoo officials said Friday that their team of dedicated animal control specialists noticed changes in Malena's appetite and energy levels. Upon further examination, zoo veterinarians learned that Malena's kidneys were not functioning correctly, due to what officials called a 'cancerous process,' which led to life-threatening heart arrhythmias. Brookfield Zoo to welcome first bachelor gorilla troop this summer Due to the severity of Malena's ailments, the zoo made the difficult decision to euthanize her. Malena joined Brookfield Zoo Chicago in 2020 and made history one year later as the first Amur tiger in North America to undergo a successful total hip replacement. Amur tigers — also known as Siberian tigers — are critically endangered, with fewer than 500 remaining in the wild. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Yahoo
Nurse given 3 life sentences for killing her 3 daughters in Greece
A Greek woman sentenced to life last year for murdering her 9-year-old daughter received two additional life terms on Tuesday for killing her two other children. The case had gripped public attention in Greece for years. The court in Athens found that Roula Pispirigou suffocated her infant daughters Malena and Irida in 2019 and 2021, in what were ultimately unsuccessful attempts to prevent her husband from abandoning her. "The trial ... has dispelled any doubts as to her guilt," said Eva Ambazi, the lawyer for Pispirigou's husband Manos Daskalakis. "The court found her guilty of murdering Malena and Irida in a calm state of mind." Pispirigou, 36, insists she is innocent and will appeal the sentence. Addressing the three judges and four jurors who unanimously found her guilty, she showed a picture of her daughters and said: "I will take this to the finish line to vindicate my daughters — look at them, because they will haunt you," according to the Greek City Times. The packed courtroom included Pispirigou's ex-husband, Manos Daskalakis, and the defendant's relatives, according to Greece's public broadcaster ERT. A separate court had found her guilty in March 2024 of killing her 9-year-old daughter Georgina. That led to a reassessment of the deaths of Malena and Irida which revealed they had been asphyxiated, thus sparking a new murder trial. Trial prosecutor Vassiliki Dimopoulou told the Athens court earlier this month that Pispirigou had killed her children "to keep her marriage going." "This shows a person who acted methodically and with forethought," she said. A "modern-day Medea" Pispirigou, a trained nurse from Patras, was found last year to have poisoned her 9-year-old daughter Georgina in January 2022, using ketamine. The substance is employed as an anesthetic in veterinary surgery but is also used in some treatments for depression. When Georgina died, she was in the hospital. She had been admitted on several occasions over the previous 10 months after convulsions had left her tetraplegic. The court found that her mother had tried to kill her on at least one of the previous hospital stays. During her trial in 2022, Pispirigou was led under heavy police guard to an Athens court for an arraignment, as screaming onlookers hurled insults and tried to assault her, the Associated Press reported. Daughters Malena and Iris were aged just three and a half and six months when they died in 2019 and 2021 respectively. Malena had been declared as suffering from acute liver failure. The cause of death for Iris had initially been registered as heart failure. But tests following the death of Georgina showed they had been suffocated. Greek media have dubbed Pispirigou a "modern-day Medea" after a figure in Greek mythology who murders her sons after their father leaves her for another woman. U.S. Marine Band forced to cancel concert with students of color after Trump DEI order Werner Herzog: The 60 Minutes Interview Inside Trump's call with Vladimir Putin
