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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Family of Viral Sensation Ms. Shirley Face Backlash for Meet-and-Greet Events
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The family of the viral sensation, Ms. Shirley, a 4-year-old girl who has amassed a significant online following and fan base, has received backlash after hosting meet-and-greet events. Newsweek has reached out to the social media account for Ms. Shirely for comment. The Context 4-year-old LaRiyah Jesireé, aka Ms. Shirley, has become something of a social media celebrity after a video of her doing the "Boots on the Ground" line dance was posted online. An official Boots on the Ground music video was released a few weeks ago, featuring Ms. Shirley. She recently appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show and has amassed a significant following online, with posts on TikTok regularly receiving millions of views. What To Know Meet-and-greet events are common for celebrities, influencers, and public figures. And with more than a million followers across TikTok and Instagram, some may describe Ms. Shirley as an influencer and public figure. Stock image of social media application on the smartphone screen. Stock image of social media application on the smartphone screen. Getty Images / Canart 7 However, social media users have been quick to criticize the meet-and-greets and raise concerns due to Ms. Shirley being a young child. A post from the account @CultureRiz, read: "Too far?? Mother of 4 year old viral sensation Ms. Shirley is catching a lot of flack for offering meet and greets with her daughter..." and has been viewed 4.5 million times as of press time. The meet and greets have been described as "odd" and "too much" by social media users, who have said Ms. Shirley's family is "disgusting" for organizing them. One clip, which has been widely shared on social media in connection with criticism from the meet-and-greets, is from the account 803fresh. 803fresh is the musician behind the song Boots on the Ground, and Ms. Shirley is featured in the video for that song. The TikTok from 803fresh has been viewed over 6 million times and appears to have been filmed on the day the music video was shot, not at a meet and greet. It has the text overlay, "I finally met my lil Ms boots on the ground... it's was tears behind those glasses." Despite the backlash, Ms. Shirley has a very loyal fan base, and many social media users have posted supportive messages on her social media profiles in recent days, although they don't directly address the fallout over the meet-and-greets. What People Are Saying One social media user commented on a recent Instagram post on MsShirely's account: "This is such an amazing little lady and she never seems to be bothered by what the world of haters has to say about her and her mother keep on stepping baby and bringing down the house with your beautiful soul." The account @jehnhsushs wrote on X: "people come see a child that's not touching them...I'm very displeased with the parents and the paying customers cause this will ultimately distort/damage this little girls sense of bodily autonomy and security in the coming disgusting..." What's Next In a recent Instagram video on Ms. Shirely's account, she shared that she will be attending the upcoming Positive Energy Tour.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gogglebox's Dave & Shirley bid farewell as Channel 4 airs special episode
Everybody's favourite Welsh couple are saying goodbye to this season of Gogglebox, they shared a selfie on social media along with their farewell messages to fans. Dave and Shirley, from Caerphilly have been fan favourites on the show since they joined in 2015, but now we won't see them on our screens until later this year. Last week, saw the final official episode of this season of Gogglebox, and tonight, May 30 there will be a special best-of episode on our screens to celebrate another successful run of the show. The shared on Instagram: "Hope you enjoy the show tonight see you all in September, until then have a good summer xx" For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter. READ MORE: Gogglebox star make major announcement before show and it's bad news for fans READ MORE: 'Our daughter was diagnosed with cancer on her 11th birthday' The best-of episode of will be available to watch tonight on Channel 4 from 9pm. To mark the end of the season, in true Dave and Shirley style, they shared a couple of selfies to their Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by David Griffiths (@dave_shirl_gogglebox) Fans flocked to the comments to share their love for the couple, one said: "Have a great summer!! Thank you for all the laughs and the company!" Another added: "Aww no what am I gonna do now every Friday!! Thanks for the laughs." One stressed fan thought this was the end of the road for the married couple, saying: "Please please do not say this means you guys are leaving Gogglebox!!! Devastated if it is!!!!" Although the pair reassured them that they were returning, they replied: "no we are back in September xx" In their second post Dave and Shirley shared a selfie of them taking shots, saying "Cheers everyone! You've been a pleasure." View this post on Instagram A post shared by David Griffiths (@dave_shirl_gogglebox) However some fans were disappointed to hear that they'd have to wait four months until they saw the Caerphilly duo again. One person said: "That's gone so quick, I'm actually gutted i hate this time of year. Can't wait to see you again in September. Welsh legends." The couple, both in their 60s, have been married for almost 49 years and have certainly enjoyed some good times together on the show and off air. With some time away from the sofa they're sure to be spending it with their friends and family. You can read more about what they do in their spare time here. It's not yet confirmed when in September the series will return, however you can watch the best-of the season tonight on Channel 4 from 9pm. Alternatively, you can catch up or re-watch previous episodes on Channel 4 on demand.
Wales Online
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Gogglebox's Dave & Shirley bid farewell as Channel 4 airs special episode
Gogglebox's Dave & Shirley bid farewell as Channel 4 airs special episode They shared on social media, 'Cheers everyone! You've been a pleasure' The Welsh couple are saying goodbye to this season. (Image: Dave Griffiths/Instagram ) Everybody's favourite Welsh couple are saying goodbye to this season of Gogglebox, they shared a selfie on social media along with their farewell messages to fans. Dave and Shirley, from Caerphilly have been fan favourites on the show since they joined in 2015, but now we won't see them on our screens until later this year. Last week, saw the final official episode of this season of Gogglebox, and tonight, May 30 there will be a special best-of episode on our screens to celebrate another successful run of the show. The shared on Instagram: "Hope you enjoy the show tonight see you all in September, until then have a good summer xx" For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . The best-of episode of will be available to watch tonight on Channel 4 from 9pm. To mark the end of the season, in true Dave and Shirley style, they shared a couple of selfies to their Instagram. Content cannot be displayed without consent Fans flocked to the comments to share their love for the couple, one said: "Have a great summer!! Thank you for all the laughs and the company!" Another added: "Aww no what am I gonna do now every Friday!! Thanks for the laughs." One stressed fan thought this was the end of the road for the married couple, saying: "Please please do not say this means you guys are leaving Gogglebox!!! Devastated if it is!!!!" Although the pair reassured them that they were returning, they replied: "no we are back in September xx" In their second post Dave and Shirley shared a selfie of them taking shots, saying "Cheers everyone! You've been a pleasure." Content cannot be displayed without consent However some fans were disappointed to hear that they'd have to wait four months until they saw the Caerphilly duo again. One person said: "That's gone so quick, I'm actually gutted i hate this time of year. Can't wait to see you again in September. Welsh legends." Article continues below The couple, both in their 60s, have been married for almost 49 years and have certainly enjoyed some good times together on the show and off air. With some time away from the sofa they're sure to be spending it with their friends and family. You can read more about what they do in their spare time here. It's not yet confirmed when in September the series will return, however you can watch the best-of the season tonight on Channel 4 from 9pm. Alternatively, you can catch up or re-watch previous episodes on Channel 4 on demand.
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Health
- Irish Daily Mirror
'I'm reclaiming my life' - Clare woman speaks of her experience on World MS Day
A Clare woman with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) says she is reclaiming her life after the shocking diagnosis left her in a dark space. Shirley Keane O'Brien, 46, was diagnosed with the chronic illness in 2021. She found it incredibly difficult to accept at first and didn't tell her children Evan, now 16, and Lauren, 18, until a year later. The mother-of-two felt this was the right thing to do, as she wanted to make sure she was in the right headspace to share the news. The diagnosis was particularly tough as the country was amid a strict Covid-19 lockdown. However, Shirley is in a much better and more positive space now and is an ambassador for MS Ireland. Speaking to the Irish Mirror about her diagnosis as today marks World MS Day, she said: "I wasn't the kind of person that showed a lot of vulnerability. I was a busy mother, a strong, independent woman, working full time. "It was a really difficult time, you kind of go into a depression. Depression in MS can manifest in extreme irritability, so I think that's kind of what I experienced. "The Covid-19 lockdown hit, and I found myself retreating into isolation. In a strange way getting space to process what was happening was good, but it was also one of the hardest times of my life." MS symptoms vary greatly from person to person. Common symptoms include fatigue, numbness, tingling, vision problems, muscle stiffness or spasms and cognitive difficulties. Around 9,000 to 10,000 people live with the condition in Ireland, as the disease's onset usually occurs between the ages of 20 and 40. It affects the central nervous system, particularly the brain and spinal cord, and there is no cure. MS is also an autoimmune disorder, where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues. Shirley said she also felt very ashamed when she was diagnosed with MS, a feeling she doesn't think is spoken about enough when it comes to the chronic illness. She added: "It's like the seven stages of grief, there's denial and one of the main emotions that I felt was shame. I felt a lot of shame." This couldn't be further from the truth now for the mother-of-two, who advocates for the community and wants others living with MS to know that there is life after diagnosis. She continued: "I decided I was going to take back control of my life. At the end of 2022, I started some counselling, I was kind of stuck within the same room as the MS diagnosis. I was struggling to sort of move forward and figure out my next move. "That acceptance phase is the biggest hurdle, it's far more than just accepting it emotionally or personally, you really have to put in the work. I stopped fighting with the tools that would help me, and I made peace with everything, including the use of the walker, crutch, and even the wheelchair when needed." The mother-of-two said she is extremely lucky to have made peace with her diagnosis, as some people never get through it. She added: "I'm extremely fortunate because that is not something that comes naturally or easy to people at all. "I think you get to a point after MS diagnosis where you're at a bit of a crossroads and it's very difficult for people to get back control of their lives. So I am very fortunate that I've been able to do that." Shirley is the first guest of MS Ireland's new podcast Living with MS, which was launched today. It aims to give a voice to the Irish MS community to share their stories from diagnosis to today.
American Press
4 days ago
- General
- American Press
Shirley Ann Saltzman
Shirley Ann Saltzman, 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Grand Cove Nursing Home in Lake Charles, La., surrounded by love and the comforting presence of her family. Born on July 30, 1948, in Columbus City, Ind., Shirley was the cherished daughter of George and Lois Lafleur North. A proud graduate of LaGrange High School, she carried her deep-rooted values of kindness, strength, and faith with her throughout her life. A devout Catholic, Shirley found joy in the simple, beautiful moments, cradling babies, listening to music, dancing with delight, camping under the stars, and always wearing something blue, her favorite color. More than anything, she treasured time spent with those she loved. Whether it was a large family gathering or an afternoon visit, Shirley made everyone feel at home in her presence. She was the beloved wife of 46 years to Littleton J. Saltzman, who stood faithfully by her side through every season of life. Her love lives on in her daughter, Pennie Bowman; her grandchildren, Lacie Bowman, Maggie Bowman, and Michael Paul Lacombe II (Camila), Michael was her devoted caregiver; her great-grandchildren, Jaxtyn and Halen, and her godchild, Mandi Gallagher. Shirley shared a special bond with Cathy Perry-Smith, her 'sister by heart,' and was a guiding light to numerous nieces, cousins, and extended family. She now reunites in Heaven with her parents; her beloved son, Michael P. Lacombe; her brothers, Larry North and Robert North, and her sister, Judy Benoit, each of whom she held close in her heart. A funeral service will be held to celebrate Shirley's life at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025, in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel, 4321 Lake Street, with Msgr. Jace Eskind presiding. Interment will follow in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Family and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service, with a rosary at 1 p.m. Those who are able, please consider wearing something blue on Friday in Shirley's honor. Though she may no longer walk among us, Shirley's spirit full of grace, laughter, and love will continue to live on in all whose lives she touched. Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at
