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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Selena Gomez Creates Brand New Custom Oreo Cookie, Denzel Washington Lashes Out at Photographer at Cannes Film Festival, National Rescue Dog Day is Recognized
Selena Gomez collaborates with Oreo to create brand new custom flavor. The singer/actress debuted the cookie earlier this morning with Oreo, pulling inspiration from her childhood, music, and fans to create a brand new flavor and look. The flavor is inspired by horchata, a Mexican beverage and childhood favorite of Gomez's made with milk, ground rice, and cinnamon. The cookies will feature six different embossments, including Selena's signature, and one that says 'Selenators,' the given name to the 32-year-old star's fan base. The collaboration will also help raise money for the Rare Impact Fund, which Gomez founded in 2020 to connect young people to mental health resources. The limited-edition cookies will hit the shelves on June 9 with online presale kicking off June 2. Denzel Washington involved in altercation with photographer at Cannes Film Festival. The heated exchange took place on Monday at the premiere of A24's Highest 2 Lowest , in which Washington stars. The photographer reportedly grabbed the 70-year-old actor's arm to get his attention while he was speaking with the film's director Spike Lee. Washington quickly demanded that the photographer stop, pointing directly at him with a stern warning, but as he turned to walk away the photographer was seen once again grabbing the actor. After jerking his arm free, Washington repeatedly told the photographer to stop, before removing himself from the exchange entirely. The altercation took place shortly before Washington was awarded an Honorary Palme d'Or at the event, which is known as the festival's highest honor. Today's holidays: National Quiche Lorraine Day, National Streaming Day, National Rescue Dog Day, National Pick Strawberries Day, National Band Director's Day, National Stop Nausea Day, National Women In Aerospace Day, World Bee Day, World Metrology Day In today's birthday news: Singer/actress Cher turns 79, comedian/actor Dave Thomas 76, The Go-Go's Jane Wiedlin 67, actor Tony Goldwyn 65, actress Mindy Cohn 59, actor Timothy Olyphant 57, rapper Busta Rhymes 53.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The OREO Brand and Global Artist Selena Gomez Dream Up an Iconic New OREO Cookie by Selena, for Selenators
The limited-edition OREO cookies are inspired by a beloved drink from Selena's childhood—and include a special collector's cookie for die-hard fans EAST HANOVER, N.J., May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The OREO brand is introducing the Limited Edition Selena Gomez OREO Cookies, a brand-new OREO cookie that brings together Selena's passions and fandom into one deliciously dunkable bite. Selena worked closely with the OREO brand to develop a one-of-a-kind sweet-and-spiced flavor combo. Inspired by her love of horchata, the cookies include a layer of chocolate & cinnamon flavor creme atop a layer of sweetened condensed milk flavor creme with cinnamon sugar inclusions, all sandwiched between two chocolate cinnamon flavored wafers. "Making my own OREO cookie was a lot of fun. I grew up loving them, so being able to be a part of the process was a full-circle moment," said Selena Gomez. "I wanted to find a way for it to feel comforting and have a bit of nostalgia from my childhood. The cinnamon flavor gives it this horchata feel, and I'm excited for my fans to try it." In addition to curating her personalize OREO flavor, Selena also created six unique embossments designed with her fans in mind, including one that spells out "Selenators." There's also one exclusive cookie found in approximately every three packs that features Selena's classic signature —marking the first time the OREO brand has ever put an autograph on an OREO cookie. While both the OREO brand and Selena champion self-expression and self-discovery, they know the journey to get there isn't always easy—especially for young people. To help support youth mental health, the OREO brand is also making a donation to the Rare Impact Fund. Founded by Selena in 2020, the Rare Impact Fund focuses on increasing access to mental health services and education for young people around the world. (To learn more about the Rare Impact Fund, visit "Tapping into Selena's world—her cultural roots, her loyal fan base, her musical journey— propels the OREO brand's cultural relevance and playful personality to new heights," said Michelle Deignan, Vice President, OREO, US. "The OREO brand is constantly discovering new parts of itself through creative and unexpected innovations. This collaboration embodies our commitment to delighting our consumers in unexpected ways and further establishes our footprint in the music industry." The Limited Edition Selena Gomez OREO Cookies will be available for presale in the U.S. starting on June 2 at The OREO cookies will begin rolling out at retailers nationwide starting on June 9, 2025, and will be available only for a limited time, while supplies last. The cookie packs will also be available in Canada, Brazil, Australia and New Zealand. Fans in Canada and Brazil can also find the cookies in stores starting on June 9, 2025, and on June 17th for fans in Australia and New Zealand. Keep your eyes peeled! These packs just might make a surprise appearance in your part of the world. For more information and updates on the Limited Edition Selena Gomez OREO Packs, fans can visit or follow OREO on Facebook @OREOUnitedStates, Twitter/X @OREO, TikTok @OREO, and Instagram @OREO to be among the first to know about future brand news. You'll want to stay in the loop—because next up, the OREO brand and Selena Gomez are dropping an exclusive remix! Stay tuned Selenators. About OREO® Cookie OREO® is AMERICA'S FAVORITE COOKIE®, available in more than 100 countries around the globe. Over 60 billion OREO® cookies are sold each year with more than 20 billion of those cookies sold in the U.S. annually. An estimated 500 billion OREO® cookies have been sold since the first OREO® biscuit was developed in 1912. For more information, follow OREO® on Facebook @OREOUnitedStates, Twitter/X @OREO, TikTok @OREO, or on Instagram @OREO. About Mondelēz InternationalMondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2024 net revenues of approximately $36.4 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as OREO, RITZ, LU, CLIF BAR and TATE'S BAKE SHOP biscuits and baked snacks, as well as CADBURY DAIRY MILK, MILKA and TOBLERONE chocolate. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor's 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Visit or follow the company on X at Media ContactWeber Shandwick OREO Teamwswnycoreo@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Mondelēz International Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Cision Canada
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
The OREO Brand and Global Artist Selena Gomez Dream Up an Iconic New OREO Cookie by Selena, for Selenators Français
The limited-edition OREO cookies are inspired by a beloved drink from Selena's childhood—and include a special collector's cookie for die-hard fans TORONTO, May 20, 2025 /CNW/ - The OREO brand is introducing the Limited Edition Selena Gomez OREO Cookies, a brand-new OREO cookie that brings together Selena's passions and fandom into one deliciously dunkable bite. Selena worked closely with the OREO brand to develop a one-of-a-kind sweet-and-spiced flavour combo. Inspired by her love of horchata, the cookies include a layer of chocolate and cinnamon flavour creme atop a layer of sweetened condensed milk flavour creme with cinnamon sugar inclusions, all sandwiched between two chocolate cinnamon flavoured wafers. "Making my own OREO cookie was a lot of fun. I grew up loving them, so being able to be a part of the process was a full-circle moment," said Selena Gomez. "I wanted to find a way for it to feel comforting and have a bit of nostalgia from my childhood. The cinnamon flavour gives it this horchata feel, and I'm excited for my fans to try it." In addition to curating her personalized OREO flavour, Selena also created six unique embossments designed with her fans in mind, including one that spells out "Selenators." There's also one exclusive cookie found in approximately every three packs that features Selena's classic signature—marking the first time the OREO brand has ever put an autograph on an OREO cookie. While both the OREO brand and Selena champion self-expression and self-discovery, they know the journey to get there isn't always easy—especially for young people. To help support youth mental health, the OREO brand is also making a donation to the Rare Impact Fund. Founded by Selena in 2020, the Rare Impact Fund focuses on increasing access to mental health services and education for young people around the world. (To learn more about the Rare Impact Fund, visit "By connecting with Selena's world - her heritage, devoted fans, and musical evolution - we're amplifying the OREO brand's cultural resonance and the 'stay playful' spirit," said Chantal Butler, VP of Marketing, Mondelēz Canada. "The OREO brand thrives on creativity and surprise, and this collaboration is a bold expression of that. It deepens our presence in the music scene while continuing to delight our audience in ways they don't see coming." The Limited Edition Selena Gomez OREO Cookies will be available for purchase at Canadian retailers nationwide starting on June 9, and will be available only for a limited time, while supplies last. For more information and updates on the Limited Edition Selena Gomez OREO Packs, fans can visit or follow OREO on Instagram @oreo_canada to be among the first to know about future brand news. You'll want to stay in the loop—because next up, the OREO brand and Selena Gomez are dropping an exclusive remix! Stay tuned Selenators. OREO ® is the WORLD'S FAVOURITE COOKIE ®, available in more than 100 countries around the globe. Over 60 billion OREO ® cookies are sold globally each year and an estimated 500 billion OREO ® cookies have been sold since the first OREO ® biscuit was developed in 1912. For more information, follow OREO ® on Facebook/oreocanada1, Twitter/X @OREO, TikTok @OREO or on Instagram @OREO_Canada. Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2024 net revenues of approximately $36.4 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as Oreo, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Ritz, Halls and Sour Patch Kids candy. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor's 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Visit or follow the company on X at
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The OREO Brand and Global Artist Selena Gomez Dream Up an Iconic New OREO Cookie by Selena, for Selenators
The limited-edition OREO cookies are inspired by a beloved drink from Selena's childhood—and include a special collector's cookie for die-hard fans TORONTO, May 20, 2025 /CNW/ - The OREO brand is introducing the Limited Edition Selena Gomez OREO Cookies, a brand-new OREO cookie that brings together Selena's passions and fandom into one deliciously dunkable bite. Selena worked closely with the OREO brand to develop a one-of-a-kind sweet-and-spiced flavour combo. Inspired by her love of horchata, the cookies include a layer of chocolate and cinnamon flavour creme atop a layer of sweetened condensed milk flavour creme with cinnamon sugar inclusions, all sandwiched between two chocolate cinnamon flavoured wafers. "Making my own OREO cookie was a lot of fun. I grew up loving them, so being able to be a part of the process was a full-circle moment," said Selena Gomez. "I wanted to find a way for it to feel comforting and have a bit of nostalgia from my childhood. The cinnamon flavour gives it this horchata feel, and I'm excited for my fans to try it." In addition to curating her personalized OREO flavour, Selena also created six unique embossments designed with her fans in mind, including one that spells out "Selenators." There's also one exclusive cookie found in approximately every three packs that features Selena's classic signature—marking the first time the OREO brand has ever put an autograph on an OREO cookie. While both the OREO brand and Selena champion self-expression and self-discovery, they know the journey to get there isn't always easy—especially for young people. To help support youth mental health, the OREO brand is also making a donation to the Rare Impact Fund. Founded by Selena in 2020, the Rare Impact Fund focuses on increasing access to mental health services and education for young people around the world. (To learn more about the Rare Impact Fund, visit "By connecting with Selena's world - her heritage, devoted fans, and musical evolution - we're amplifying the OREO brand's cultural resonance and the 'stay playful' spirit," said Chantal Butler, VP of Marketing, Mondelēz Canada. "The OREO brand thrives on creativity and surprise, and this collaboration is a bold expression of that. It deepens our presence in the music scene while continuing to delight our audience in ways they don't see coming." The Limited Edition Selena Gomez OREO Cookies will be available for purchase at Canadian retailers nationwide starting on June 9, and will be available only for a limited time, while supplies last. For more information and updates on the Limited Edition Selena Gomez OREO Packs, fans can visit or follow OREO on Instagram @oreo_canada to be among the first to know about future brand news. You'll want to stay in the loop—because next up, the OREO brand and Selena Gomez are dropping an exclusive remix! Stay tuned Selenators. About OREO® Cookie OREO® is the WORLD'S FAVOURITE COOKIE®, available in more than 100 countries around the globe. Over 60 billion OREO® cookies are sold globally each year and an estimated 500 billion OREO® cookies have been sold since the first OREO® biscuit was developed in 1912. For more information, follow OREO® on Facebook/oreocanada1, Twitter/X @OREO, TikTok @OREO or on Instagram @OREO_Canada. About Mondelēz International Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2024 net revenues of approximately $36.4 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as Oreo, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Ritz, Halls and Sour Patch Kids candy. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor's 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Visit or follow the company on X at SOURCE Mondelēz International View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
The South African
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Selena Gomez champions mental health access
Selena Gomez, the force behind Rare Beauty, is shaking up the beauty world and the way we talk about mental health. At Rare Beauty's 4th Annual Mental Health Summit, Gomez made her mission clear. 'The goal was always to bring some sort of mental health access to people in every community because I didn't have that,' she shared. 'I went through a very weird time until I figured out I was bipolar, and there was clarity there. It seems scary for people, but it allows freedom and more conversation when you release your own story'. This year's summit was more than just a gathering. Nearly 200 people-advocates, creators, educators, and students came together to explore what emotional care truly looks like. Attendees discussed everything from managing anxiety in our digital world to building self-worth and supporting friends through tough times. Jay Shetty, author and podcast host, closed the day with a fireside chat. 'Sharing your story can be a bridge, not a burden,' he said. The brand's Rare Impact Fund has already raised over R244 million (about $13 million) and aims to reach R1.9 billion ($100 million) in 10 years. The fund supports organisations worldwide, focusing on BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and underserved youth. In South Africa, where access to mental health resources can be limited, this kind of global support matters. Rare Beauty's grants help fund school-based programmes, teacher training, and peer-led support networks-models that could inspire local initiatives. The summit also launched the 'Send Warm Wishes' campaign. Attendees wrote postcards to loved ones, reminding them they're not alone. 'Turns out, taking care of your mind can start with reaching out,' Gomez said. Rare Beauty even partnered with Paperless Post, so anyone, anywhere-including South Africans-can send a note of support. Rare Beauty's website offers free mental health resources-interactive guides, conversation starters, and videos. These are accessible to anyone, anywhere, and could be a lifeline for those in communities where mental health support is scarce, according to the Los Angeles Times. Selena Gomez's story resonates far beyond Hollywood. 'I struggled with the world inside my head for a long time and I felt lost and hopeless at times,' she admitted. 'But receiving my diagnosis in 2020 gave me the knowledge and answers I had been desperate for. Understanding my condition made me more aware and less afraid'. Rare Beauty is not just selling makeup. It's building a culture of compassion. And as Gomez's journey shows, sharing your struggles can spark real change-wherever you are in the world. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
