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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Beloved Hollywood Couple, 95 and 84, Marks Milestone Wedding Anniversary With Rare Photo Montage
A beloved Hollywood couple celebrated 35 years of marriage on Monday, May 26, with a video montage full of rare photos. Actor Robert Wagner, 95, and wife Jill St. John, 84, celebrated a milestone wedding anniversary on May 26 with a photo montage posted to Wagner's Instagram. "35 years of love, laughter, and partnership with my beautiful Jill. Every day by your side has been a blessing. Happy Anniversary, my love. 💕🍾," wrote Wagner on the and St. John actually met in the 1950s when they were contract players for FOX studios. They later co-starred in How I Spent My Summer Vacation, but they would not get married for almost 25 years after that film. Both were married many times before they began dating in 1982; Wagner was famously married twice to the late actress Natalie Woods, who died in a tragic drowning accident in 1981. Wagner and Wood share a daughter, Courtney, and after Wood's death, he became the legal guardian of Natasha Gregson Wagner, his stepdaughter, whose biological father was producer Richard Gregson. Wagner is also father of Katie Wagner from his marriage to Marion Marshall. When Wagner and St. John crossed paths in 1982, they began dating, and "that was it," Jayne Smith, a friend of St. John's told People at the time. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 "R.J. just started calling. They started dating and have been ever since. She's really in love," said Smith. Wagner and St. John married in 1990 and are still going strong 35 years later. In 2007, they left the Los Angeles area and relocated full-time to Aspen, Colorado. Wagner wrote in his autobiography Pieces of My Heart that he and St. John are settled in Aspen, and he intends to live there until his time up (via the Denver Post). "When my time comes, I will be buried in Aspen, in an old cemetery that was originally laid out in the nineteenth century. A lot of children are buried there, and it's in the middle of a glade of aspen and birch trees — very wild and overgrown. As soon as someone is laid to rest, the land is allowed to return to its natural state…It's absolutely pure and totally peaceful," writes Wagner in the book. Beloved Hollywood Couple, 95 and 84, Marks Milestone Wedding Anniversary With Rare Photo Montage first appeared on Parade on May 26, 2025
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
South Dakota softball advances to Summit League semifinals with 8-6 defeat of Kansas City, head coach Robert Wagner earns 200th win with ‘Yotes
BROOKINGS, S.D. (KCAU) – #3 South Dakota earned its fifth consecutive win, defeating #6 Kansas City 8-6 to open up Summit League Tournament play. USD exploded for six runs in the bottom of the third inning, but Kansas City would come back with a five-run sixth inning. The 'Yotes put together a pair of base hits in the bottom of the sixth to keep the game out of reach. The victory gives South Dakota head coach Robert Wagner his 200th win at USD. Up next, the 'Yotes will face South Dakota will face #2 South Dakota State in the Summit League semifinals on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to SiouxlandProud | Sioux City, IA | News, Weather, and Sports.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
A Scottsdale icon just announced an $18 million renovation and we got a sneak peek
I made the short trip from the airport to downtown Scottsdale's Hotel Valley Ho in a Toyota Sequoia, courtesy of Uber. When we arrived I realized my mistake. I should have donned chic oversized sunglasses, wrapped a billowy scarf around my hair, and held out for a convertible instead of a pickup truck. Hotel Valley Ho is that kind of place. It oozes with old Hollywood glamour. Robert Wagner and Natalie Wood were married here (the first time), Janet Leigh and Tony Curtis were long-term guests while she filmed Psycho, and Jimmy Durante often played piano in the swanky bar. Now I was here with my cousin for a swanky holiday of our own. Hotel Valley Ho opened in 1956 and is considered one of the finest mid-century modern hotels in the country. Edward L. Varney, who studied with Frank Lloyd Wright, designed the property which brims with the eye-catching colors, geometric shapes, neon, and three-dimensional artworks that defined the era. Furnishings are sleek and low profile, allowing the architecture and art to claim the spotlight. Despite being the only hotel in Scottsdale registered with the Historic Hotels of America, the atmosphere at Hotel Valley Ho is anything but stuffy. In fact, the energy is downright cool. The retro vibes are fun and playful. There's no need to speak in hushed tones - this is the kind of place where you're comfortable laughing out loud while chatting with your companions. Hotel Valley Ho's recently announced $18 million renovation celebrates the mid-century modern aesthetic in a way that feels current and fresh. In the recently redesigned rooms, sleek, low headboards feature fabric accents and outlets with USB plugs to charge devices. Imagined by Mendil + Meyer Design Studio, terracotta, sage, and powder blue accents contrast with cream walls, conjuring the beauty of the Arizona landscape. Ceramic planters and artwork by Scottsdale-based artist Djamila Fierek create the illusion you're not in a hotel but in a beautifully-decorated home (abiet one where someone is nice enough to come in to make the bed and clean your bathroom every day). Custom terrazzo countertops, deep soaking tubs, lighted pill-shaped mirrors, and luxurious Red Flower amenities turn the bathroom into a private oasis. If the pool wasn't calling, it might be tempting to spend the entire day in your room. Every guest room features floor-to-ceiling windows and a private furnished patio or balcony overlooking the lush grounds and pools or fiery red mountains in the distance. More reimagined rooms and all-new executive suites are anticipated later this year. There are two swimming pools at Hotel Valley Ho. Ohasis Pool is for laps and quiet relaxation. It's the perfect place to catch some rays, read a book, or sip a cocktail. Oh Pool is livelier, with a hottub, plush daybeds, bar, and DJs spinning tunes on weekends from March - September. We reserved a cabana with private misters, a refrigerator, sofa, and loungers so we could cool down and enjoy poolside lunch service in the shade. It was a gamechanger. The VH Spa is a tranquil and relaxing enhancement to your stay with an array of facials. wraps, and massages. All treatments of 60 minutes or more include access to the chromotherapy saunas, pools, fitness center, and valet parking, even if you're not a guest of the hotel. ZuZu, the on-site restaurant, is frequented by both locals and hotel guests, making it feel like a social club. Dining options include an inviting outdoor patio or mid-century modern-inspired indoor seating featuring tall booths and a swanky bar with swiveling stools. The food is outstanding, with creative takes on familiar favorites in dishes like burrata with pistachio pesto, Devesa Argentinian ribeye, or Hokkaido scallops with black truffle and lobster butter. Don't miss happy hour for killer deals on drinks and appetizers. Hotel Valley Ho is tucked away at the west end of Old Town Scottsdale. It's an ideal location within walking distance to bars, restaurants, galleries, and nightlife. Spend your time wandering through art galleries and museums, picking out the perfect souvenir, or dining at award-winning restaurants like Citizen Public House (home to an instagram-famous tableside chopped salad with smoked salmon, couscous, arugula, trail mix with pepitas, Asiago cheese & currants, dried super sweet corn, marinated tomatoes, and buttermilk herb dressing). When you're through exploring, Hotel Valley Ho will be waiting to welcome you back.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Robert Wagner, 95, Greets Fans from an Exercise Bike as He Celebrates His Milestone Birthday (Exclusive)
Robert Wagner isn't slowing down at 95! The star of Hart to Hart, The Pink Panther and the Austin Powers movies — among dozens of other film and TV credits — got his Feb. 10 birthday off to a strong start with a vigorous workout, as seen in a video shared exclusively with PEOPLE. Wagner's daughter Natasha Gregson Wagner also posted a similar clip to her Natalie Fragrance Instagram account, with Frank Sinatra's 'My Way' playing in the background. 'Still doing things his way at 95,' she wrote. 'Happy Birthday to my old man who turns 95 today!' Related: Robert Wagner's Life in Photos In the clip, Natasha can be heard asking her dad how it's going as he pumps iron. 'It's going pretty good,' he responds. But it won't be all workout and no play for Wagner today. The Prince Valiant star is spending his birthday with family and friends in Aspen, with a celebratory dinner planned at French-American bistro Cache Cache. Wagner's own official Instagram account shared a post celebrating his 95th, featuring photos spanning from his childhood through the present day. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'For over seven decades, he has graced our screens with unforgettable performances, timeless charm, and an enduring legacy in Hollywood. From It Takes a Thief to Hart to Hart, from The Pink Panther, The Towering Inferno to Austin Powers, he has captivated audiences with his talent and charisma,' the post's caption reads. 'Today, we celebrate not just an incredible career but an incredible man. Wishing you a day filled with love, joy, and the admiration of all who appreciate your work. Happy Birthday, RJ!' Read the original article on People
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Building Idaho's future: the power of education, innovation and partnership
Investment in higher education and a skilled workforce has been shown to provide significant societal benefits, including more individuals with private retirement benefits, medical benefits, and employment stability – thus, decreasing their reliance on state or federal benefits, writes guest columnist Robert Wagner. (Courtesy of Idaho State University) The start of a legislative session has a familiar rhythm – a mix of tradition and purpose that reminds me of the serious work ahead and the hope that comes with new beginnings. As a political scientist, I've always appreciated the unique dynamics of this process, and earlier this month, I had the privilege of watching our legislators take their places, ready to engage in the deliberations that will shape our state's future. Their work, often painstaking and unglamorous, is a clear example of how democracy works in action. It's a reminder that politics, at its best, is not just a contest of ideas but about building something enduring together. The legislative session officially began with an event representing the intersection of governance and vision for Idaho's future — Gov. Brad Little's State of the State Address. Gov. Little underscored the essential role of education in Idaho. His vision is clear: Idaho's prosperity hinges on the ability to equip its people with the skills, knowledge and opportunities needed to succeed. His strategy is backed by important data: a study indicates by 2031, 72% of jobs in the United States will require post-secondary education or training. This is the daily work of those who serve Idaho's residents at institutions like Idaho State University; we turn goals and dreams into reality. In response to Idaho's urgent need for health care professionals, ISU collaborated with Kootenai Health to create an accelerated nursing program in North Idaho to educate and mobilize skilled nurses. This program prepares RNs in a fraction of the time, combining rigorous academic training with real-world clinical experience. With the governor's support, we are now expanding the accelerated nursing program and ensuring that more nurses are ready to step into the field where they are so desperately needed. Our partnership with Kootenai Health shows what can happen when public institutions and private industry unite. A deeper truth about education is reflected: it's not an expense but an investment. The dividends are clear – not only in economic terms but also in the value of building stronger communities and meeting Idaho's growing workforce needs with homegrown talent. This approach creates greater opportunities for Idahoans and reduces the need to rely on importing out-of-state professionals. Investment in higher education has also been shown to provide significant societal benefits, including more individuals with private retirement benefits, medical benefits, and employment stability – thus, decreasing their reliance on state or federal benefits. The value of our public higher education system is all about equipping Idahoans with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in a growing state. Recent studies show that college education results in stronger families, better health, increased prosocial behavior, and graduates who are more likely to vote. Businesses can hire talented workers locally instead of looking out of state, and those workers become active contributors to civic life. They stay rooted in the communities they love, making a difference by raising families, joining PTOs, coaching youth sports and volunteering at food banks and local churches. Investing in higher education is investing in the stewards who will shape Idaho's future. This understanding animates ISU's mission and drives our commitment to innovation. We're reimagining what it means to serve Idahoans by creating flexible pathways that allow more people to access the opportunities a college education provides. Whether a recent high school graduate, a mid-career professional looking to reskill or a parent returning to school after raising children, students are met where they are, and ISU's specialized programs take them where they want to be with a bachelor's degree, a technical certificate, a professional degree or a career-advancing certification. The work we do in higher education requires more than vision — partnerships are essential. Working with our state Legislature, whose members represent Idaho's incredible breadth of experience and insight, is a foundational partnership that generates long-term success. Idaho's elected officials, like its educators, are grappling with an essential question: How do we prepare for a future that's both unpredictable and demanding? Part of the answer lies in the innovative programs that are emerging from the state's public higher education institutions, like ISU. We are partnering with industries to meet workforce demands and create pipelines that connect education to employment. Whether it's health care, energy or engineering, these collaborations are yielding solutions that are as practical as they are impactful. At ISU, we embrace the responsibility of our mission with determination. We understand that the stakes are high and the expectations even higher. We also know that Idaho's potential is boundless, as long as we remain committed to the principles that have always guided us: collaboration, innovation and an unyielding belief in the power of education to transform lives. In the end, the strength of Idaho will not only be measured by its resources and its landscapes, but by the people who call it home and by the futures we are willing to invest in today. There's work to be done, and it's the kind of work that matters. Together, we're ensuring that Idaho's brightest days are still ahead. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
