Polly Holliday, the Alabama-born actress renowned for her sassy catchphrase “Kiss my grits!” on the CBS sitcom Alice and its spinoff Flo, passed away Tuesday at her Manhattan home. She was 88, her agent and longtime friend, Dennis Aspland, confirmed to The New York Times. Born on July 2, 1937, in Jasper, Alabama, Holliday grew…
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The official White House Christmas tree has arrived, marking the start of the holiday season at the nation’s most iconic residence. This year, the nearly 18-foot tree from Michigan was delivered by a horse-drawn carriage to the North Portico, where First Lady Melania Trump participated in the annual welcoming ceremony. The event blended historic tradition…
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Dianne Holechek, the first wife of actor and martial artist Chuck Norris and a woman remembered for her quiet strength and devotion to family, has passed away peacefully at the age of 84. Though she lived most of her life away from public attention, Holechek played an important role during the early years of Norris’s…
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Kris Kristofferson, the legendary country music singer-songwriter and acclaimed actor, has died at the age of 88. He passed away peacefully at his home in Maui on September 28, surrounded by family, according to PEOPLE and a representative for the family. In a statement, Kristofferson’s family shared their gratitude and remembrance:“It is with a heavy…
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A routine family outing nearly turned tragic after an unexploded World War II mine was discovered on a beach in Burry Port, Carmarthenshire, several days after children had been seen playing on it. Kelly Gravell and her two young children were enjoying a day by the sea when they encountered an object partially covered in…
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Marianne Faithfull, the acclaimed singer, songwriter, and actress whose career spanned more than six decades, has died at the age of 78, her representatives confirmed. She passed away peacefully in London, surrounded by her family. Born on December 29, 1946, in Hampstead, London, Faithfull rose to prominence in the 1960s after being discovered by Rolling…
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For many people, daily showering is a lifelong habit associated with cleanliness, routine, and self-care. It’s a practice often learned early in life and maintained without much reconsideration. However, as the body ages—particularly after the age of 65—this familiar routine may benefit from thoughtful adjustments. This shift does not reflect neglect of hygiene, but rather…
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Demi Moore has spoken candidly about the painful experiences that shaped her early life, revealing a childhood marked by instability, neglect, and emotional trauma. In reflections shared publicly, the acclaimed actress described being forced to grow up far too soon under the influence of a troubled home environment. Moore recalled that her mother struggled with…
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Mara Wilson became a familiar face to millions of moviegoers in the early 1990s, starring in a series of popular family films that left a lasting impression on audiences. Best known for her roles in Mrs. Doubtfire, Miracle on 34th Street, and Matilda, Wilson’s rise to fame began at just five years old. Her breakout…
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Betty Reid Soskin was a quiet yet formidable force in American history—a woman whose life bridged generations and reshaped how the nation understands its past. The oldest serving ranger in the National Park Service at the time of her retirement, Soskin passed away peacefully at the age of 104. Her family shared that she left…
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