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Cosmopolitan
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux Relationship Timeline
It's not a secret that Formula 1 is full of some of the world's most eligible bachelors, I mean, have you seen Lewis Hamilton? But it's also a hub for some super adorable couples, like F1 driver Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux. Didn't realize your F1 crush was spoken for? Well, that might be because since Charles and Alexandra, an influencer and Rhode ambassador, were first spotted together in late 2023, they've mostly avoided attending public events as a couple and only walked a few red carpets together. They also rarely post about each other on social media, choosing instead to keep their romance private. Need to know more? Here's a breakdown of Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux's relationship timeline. Fans started suspecting that something was going on between Charles and Alexandra in early 2023, after the two were spotted together at Paris Fashion Week. At the time, Alexandra's social media was reportedly private and Charles didn't address the speculation until a few months later. Charles eventually put all the rumors to rest, confirming that he was dating someone in an interview in May of 2023. Though he didn't name Alexandra at the time, the two made their debut as a couple a few months later. The duo indulged in some light PDA while attending Day 8 of the 2023 Wimbledon Tennis Championships. The two sat next to fellow F1 driver Pierre Gasly and his girlfriend Francisca Gomes. Alexandra and Charles looked all loved up at the Lakers vs. Portland Trail Blazers in Los Angeles. Charles and Alexandra continued their relationship tour, appearing together at the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague basketball game between AS Moncao and Olympiacos Piraeus. They were snapped sitting on the sidelines enjoying the game. Again, not a hugely romantic outing, but also one very deliberately captured on camera. Cute alert! In April of 2024, Charles announced that he had adopted a puppy with an adorable Instagram post. The carousel of pics mostly featured 'baby Leo' living his best puppy life, but one shot in particular shows him attempting to chew what looks like a woman's hand. Could it be Alexandra? (All signs point to: yes.) Meanwhile, Alexandra posted a TikTok video of her snuggling up to her new fur baby. And she and their pup have been F1 regulars ever since. After watching Charles win the Monaco Grand Prix for the very first time, Alexandra joined her partner at the official Gala Dinner—a rare red carpet outing for the two. She also appears briefly in Charles' official YouTube vlog of the race. If this Instagram carousel is anything to go by, it looks like Alexandra and Charles celebrated the holidays together in Mexico last year. While she made sure to keep her boyfriend off her grid, you can see their sweet family photo (Leo included!) on the second slide. The duo arrived hand-in-hand at a screening of F1 The Movie in Monaco, showing the public that they're still going strong. Sadly, Leo was not invited.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Wimbledon plans to upgrade the fans' favorite hill for 150th anniversary
FILE - People watch the big screen on Henman Hill on day three of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Wednesday June 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali, File) LONDON (AP) — The spectator-friendly hill next to No. 1 Court at Wimbledon has a facelift planned in time for the grass-court Grand Slam's 150th anniversary. The grassy slope is an iconic and coveted area at the All England Club, where thousands of fans without tickets to the main stadiums often gather to watch the action on a giant video screen. When a British player has done particularly well the hill has been dubbed Henman Hill and Murray Mound. Advertisement The club said on Thursday it planned enhancement works to begin after next year's tournament, and the new-look hill should be ready to welcome guests in 2027, when Wimbledon will mark its 150th anniversary. Consultation with local residents is scheduled next week before the planning application is submitted, the club added. The works aim to improve wheelchair access, provide more seating, and improve visibility. 'These changes will allow for an expanded capacity with a 20% increase in guests enjoying use of the space,' the club said. 'The environment in and around the Hill will be enhanced by removing existing paths and replacing them with permeable pathways, as well as introducing sun shading and rain cover via a new pergola." Advertisement The area was nicknamed Henman Hill for Tim Henman while he was reaching four semifinals. The nickname shifted to Andy Murray, who ended the country's 77-year wait for a homegrown men's winner when he took the 2013 title. ___ AP tennis:
Associated Press
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Loved Ones and the Music, Entertainment and Sports Industry Celebrate the Life of Marty Callner
Legendary director and creator Marty Callner has peacefully passed away at his home in Malibu, California surrounded by his loved ones. 'Marty Callner's legacy in the formation of American Culture in both stand-up comedy and music is profound.' — Jazz Callner NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 / / -- Marty was born in Chicago, Illinois, and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. Marty's mother, Ethel Jane, got him his first job in show business as a prop man on the Nick Clooney Show. He then went on to work on the local news, where during a local disaster he was for the first time thrust into the director's chair. Marty excelled, and his career path opened. He next went on to direct a run of commercials in Cleveland where he was then saved with the opportunity to direct the Boston Celtics, which he did through the mid 70's. During that stint, his innovative techniques were noticed by a newly formed company, HBO. Marty was brought in as one of the core original team, and was tasked with bolstering their creative vision and entertainment specials. His early assignments from HBO covered a broad range, from directing Richard Harris in Camelot on Broadway to producing the Wimbledon Tennis Championships. His career thrived at HBO where he went on to direct and produce a string of iconic specials for the likes of Gladys Knight, Ray Charles, Diana Ross, Liza Minelli, and Fleetwood Mac, amongst others. He is also credited with creating the template for what we now know as the stand-up comedy special, having directed HBO's very first comedy special, An Evening with Robert Klein. He then went on to direct many in the series of HBO On Location specials, including the iconic George Carlin Live from Phoenix. Marty teamed with Mitzi Shore and The Comedy Store to discover up-and-coming comedic talent to showcase on HBO's Young Comedians shows. These included the likes of Robin Williams, Billy Crystal, Jerry Seinfeld, Howie Mandel, Mike Binder, Jim Carrey, and more. Marty also discovered a young Paul Ruebens at The Groundling's in Hollywood and was the driving force behind the original Pee Wee's Playhouse Special on HBO. His legacy in the formation of American Culture in both stand-up comedy and music is profound. In 1984 he discovered a new medium, the music video. His first music video was Twisted Sister's We're Not Going to Take it, followed by Pat Benatar's We Belong, followed by hundreds more. Some iconic highlights are Cher If I Could Turn Back Time, a slew of Aerosmith videos including Cryin', Crazy, Amazing, Livin' on the Edge, Sweet Emotion, Dude Looks Like A Lady and Love in an Elevator. Others of note include Whitesnake Here I Go Again, Poison Every Rose Has a Thorn, Stevie Knicks' Stand Back, and Bon Jovi Lie to Me. Marty, along with his production company Cream Cheese Films and his longtime producing partner Randall Gladstein, returned to HBO to produce mega live music specials and concerts. Marty must be considered one of, if not the best, live television director of all time. Specials of note include Garth Books- Live from Central Park, Whitney Houston- Concert for A New South Africa, Robin Williams- Live from Broadway, Britney Spears- Live from Las Vegas, Justin Timberlake- Future/Sex/Love/Show, Chris Rock Kill- the Messenger, Dane Cook- Vicious Circle, The Rolling Stones Live from MSG, and Mark Anthony live from MSG. Marty is the sole creator of the HBO show 'Hard Knocks.' His ability to bridge the relationship with HBO and the NFL has changed the landscape of sports reality television. Marty's legacy and his enduring influence on pop culture, human history, human rights and many different art forms are unparalleled, and all came from a place of deep understanding and love. His greatest legacy is his family. His wife Aleeza, his kids and his many grandkids, and his friends who considered him family. May his memory be a blessing. May his life be a celebration! August 25th 1946 – March 17th 2025 Facebook Legal Disclaimer:
