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Star Magazine|October 14, 2024GOODBYE,HODAIT’S the end of an era! On Sept. 26, Hoda Kotb announced that she’ll be stepping down from the Today show early next year. The 60-year-old has been a beloved part of NBC News for nearly three decades — and with cohost Savannah Guthrie since 2018, one half of the morning show’s first all-female anchor team. “I realized it was time for me to turn the page at 60,” a teary Hoda, surrounded by her fellow hosts, said on the show, adding that she was eager to “try something new.”While the single mom of two cited that she hopes to spend more time with her daughters, an insider tells Star much of her departure has to do with simple math. “Hoda was in contract negotiations but didn’t get the money…2 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024TOM’S NOT INVINCIBLE!Famous for doing his own extreme stunts, Tom Cruise has a stellar rep in Hollywood as a guy who will never say “I can’t,” whether it’s scaling the world’s tallest building or dangling from a plane. But time stops for no one, and sources tell Star the 62-year-old is secretly struggling and refuses to admit it. “Tom’s got this crazy invincibility complex,” says an insider. “He truly believes he’s a superior human being who’ll be able to pull off these stunts well into his senior years.” (He’s no slacker, with a five-day workout plan and strict diet to keep him in shape.)Recent photos have shown the Mission: Impossible star looking, well, closer to his age. “As good as he looks all dolled up and fresh from some subtle nicks and…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024CHRISTINA RICCI: ESCAPING A CULT!She has played plenty of spooky characters on screen, but Christina Ricci recently revealed the truly frightening truth about her real life. In the documentary Child Star, the 44-year-old shared that she grew up in a “chaotic” home under the tyranny of her dad, a onetime primal scream therapist. “My father was a failed cult leader, and so he had all that same sort of, like, really crazy narcissism that goes along with someone wanting to run a cult,” the Wednesday actress, the youngest of four kids, said, adding, “He was very physically violent. There was never any peace in my house.”After the family moved from California to New Jersey, Christina said she and her mother would head into NYC for auditions every day. “As soon as [that] started,” she…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024Star SHOTSTogether AgainLondon, Sept. 19Scarlett Johansson reunited with Chris Hemsworth at the premiere of their animated prequel, Transformers One — and revealed that costarring with Chris was nothing like it was in the Avengers films. “We all worked separately!” she shared.Red-HotLondon, Sept. 19Chappell Roan commanded the crowd during her Midwest Princess Tour stop at the Brixton Academy. “Fame is like going through puberty,” said the “Good Luck, Babe!” singer of adjusting to pop stardom.Vest in ShowNew York City, Sept. 18Dressed in a pinstripe suit, Jessica Biel hit Midtown. The actress, who’s been shooting The Better Sister in the Big Apple, says she prefers living in Montana with husband Justin TImberlake and their two boys. “It’s just trying to create some normalcy for these kids,” she said.Industry PlantNew York City, Sept. 19Suddenly…6 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024Star HOT SHEETHot BAGKatie Holmes proved tote bags are the answer to effortlessly chic street style! The star was recently spotted carrying a monogrammed Lands’ End Canvas Pocket Tote, and we’re calling it the off-duty It Bag of the season! Take a fashion cue from Katie and pair the everyday accessory with dark denim pants and a quilted jacket. From $35, landsend.comHot FOOT-WEARFreshen up your fall shoe assortment with Ugg’s newest launches for the season! If you’re not sure where to start (we don’t blame you!), step up your lewk with the New Heights Platform Xtra, as worn by Ming Lee Simmons, the star of the brand’s FW24 campaign. $280, extrabutterny.comHot FITNESS GEARStakt Mat is continuing to prove that gym equipment doesn’t have to look outdated or boring! The brand — known…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024Demi’s WEDDING PLANSReady to party! Demi Lovato is prepping for her wedding to fiancé Jordan “Jutes” Lutes, and a source says the pop star is leaning on her professional planner. “They’re taking care of everything,” says the insider. “Demi just wants to sign off on things and focus on the romance.” The 32-year-old said yes to her songwriter beau, 33, last December, more than a year after they collaborated on the song “Substance.”Recently, she revealed that she immediately started planning the nuptials, explaining, “I wanted to be ahead of it.” Says the source, “Jordan is letting Demi make all the decisions and is very supportive. She wants to go big and invite everyone they know and love, including lots of famous names. Demi hired a planner because she wants the stress of…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024FLUCTUATING FAVORLITTLE RASCALThe public fell in love with Princess Diana’s second son after his 1984 arrival. According to Di’s former bodyguard Ken Wharfe, “Harry was the jester… William was rather envious and jealous of Harry because he was very popular as a kid.”MAKING MISTAKESPublic outcry erupted when a photo of Harry wearing a Nazi soldier’s uniform at a 2005 costume party was published. He apologized and later called it one of the “biggest mistakes” of his life. More scandal followed in 2012 when a nude photo of him playing strip billiards in Las Vegas was leaked.MILITARY HERODuring a decade in the British army, Harry served two tours of duty in Afghanistan, from 2007 to 2008 and 2012 to 2013, where he coordinated airstrikes on Taliban positions and piloted an Apache attack…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024WHAT THEY SAWTHERE TO PARTYTommy Lee, Mariah Carey, Star Jones and Reverend Run dressed in white for the 2007 do — a hot invite at the time. Former protégé Aubrey O’Day, who’s accused the rapper of grooming her, predicts, “There are way more victims. There is a lot more crazy s**t. As this unfolds, more people will be heard.”KING OF THE WORLDTitanic star Leonardo DiCaprio enjoyed a 1998 White Party. The indictment against Diddy alleges that the music mogul taped the kinky goings-on and “used the sensitive, embarrassing and incriminating recordings… to ensure the continued obedience and silence of the victims.”PUFF MUMMYAfter Kelly Osbourne (with Diddy’s mom, Janice) gushed about how “manicured” the 2003 party host was, her mom, Sharon, joked that he’d make a great son-in-law, adding, “I bet he’s got…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024Fall Glam InspirationDRAMATIC LASHESScore wow-worthy faux flutters — even if you’re on a budget — with this drugstore choice used by Ernesto Casillas on Victoria Monét for the iHeartRadio Music Awards.WARM GLOWAchieve Ayo Edebiri’s radiant finish with the beauty brand’s skin-softening, multipurpose blush.EFFORTLESS WAVESMane pro Rick Henry gave Katy Perry the ultimate tousled hair that exudes cool-girl vibes with this definition-enhancing spritz.HOLLYWOOD BLOWOUTFor smooth strands with subtle movement like Sofía Vergara’s, prep hair before heat-styling with a moisturizing heat-protectant that also helps boost body.LUXE LIDSFor soft, shimmery lids like Melissa Hernandez created on Sydney Sweeney for Armani Beauty’s Passione Party, reach for this long-lasting, feel-good pigment.FIERCE LIPIn the mood for a statement pout? Look no further than the gorgeous, lip-plumping formula worn by Estée Lauder global brand ambassador Ana de Armas.GLOWING SKINSummer…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024YOUR STARSLIBRASEPT. 23–OCT. 22Double-check all financial exchanges, as human errors are possible. If work has taken precedence over your love life, then it’s time to change that! Keep in touch with your family in case they need you.SCORPIOOCT. 23–NOV. 21Idle gossip can get you in trouble. If you have something to say, it may be smarter to keep private thoughts private. A money decision needs a quick response, but don’t react or overreact.SAGITTARIUSNOV. 22–DEC. 21The stars guide you to greatness, and your burning ambition to get ahead ensures your dreams can become a reality. Your social life can put you in touch with influential players for work.CAPRICORNDEC. 22–JAN. 19A new beginning is on the horizon! The power is in your hands to make a life-changing career decision. Try practicing a little…2 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024MARIAH’S MONEY WOESOn paper, she’s worth some $350 million, but Mariah Carey isn’t above mortgaging her apartment to get some cash. A recent report revealed that the 55-year-old is $18.6 million in debt because of taking loans out against her $30 million pad in New York City’s posh Tribeca neighborhood. Now sources tell Star that the “All I Want for Christmas Is You” singer is having to cut back on her outrageous spending — and the diva doesn’t like it. “Being able to spend money, and even waste money, gives her a lot of happiness,” says the insider. “She loves to throw her money around, if she’s feeling sad, she goes shopping. If she’s happy, she goes shopping.”When her financial advisors try to put a stop to the spending, Mariah, known for…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024KATE’S HOLIDAY COMEBACKIt’s beginning to look a lot like a happy Christmas is in store for Britain’s most popular royal and her family. Two weeks after the Princess of Wales announced that she’d completed chemotherapy treatment following her cancer diagnosis earlier this year, she attended a planning meeting at Windsor Castle for her beloved Christmas carol service, now in its fourth year. Kate isn’t returning to work full-time yet, though according to listings in the court circular, the official diary of duties carried out by royal family members, the meeting was her second in a week. (The other was a progress briefing with aides from her Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood.) Kate’s revamped schedule is a clear indication that she’s feeling better after months out of the spotlight. It’s also good…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024THE SIGNS WERE THEREJUSTIN BIEBERIn a resurfaced clip from 2020, the 30-year-old tearfully promised his help to then-emerging star Billie Eilish. “I just want to protect her,” he said. “I don’t want her ever to go through anything I went through. I don’t wish that upon anybody.” Though he’s yet to say anything about Diddy, at age 15, the “Sorry” singer spent time in his circle, during which Diddy bragged he was giving the youngster “a 15-year-old’s dream.”CONAN O’BRIENHiding in plain sight! During a 2004 interview with the late-night host, Diddy boasted that he had his staff “prepare the sexy” for him in hotels by arranging candles and flowers. He then shared his best party tips, including providing “beautiful women” and keeping them on site: “You need locks on the doors.” To which…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024Spooktacular PARTY1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024Star SCOPESOUT THE SCENESpritzing TrudonSay hello to a sexy new fall scent, a.k.a. Absolu Eau De Parfum! Spritz it on and leave an intoxicating trail of unforgettable fragrance notes including saffron, orange blossom absolute and tonka beans. From $52, trudon.comPainting nails with Le Mini MacaronLife just got a whole lot sweeter! The at-home gel manicure brand has launched its first-ever air-dry nail polishes called the Le Sweet collection, and the lively shades are perfect to give your entire look (and day!) a peppy boost. $10, leminimacaron.comNourishing skin with Isle of ParadiseMake time for some post-shower pampering with the Beautifully Balanced Body Oil! Not only does the skin-loving formula contain ingredients that work to help lessen redness and enhance moisture, but it also carries yummy aromas like vanilla and amber. $22, sephora.com…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024GETTING HELP!It wasn’t pretty. At a pair of recent shows of the reunited Jane’s Addiction, frontman Perry Farrell first admitted to having trouble with his voice at a New York City gig, struggling to be heard over the band. Then on stage in Boston Sept. 13, the 65-year-old hauled off and punched guitarist Dave Navarro, 57, shocking the crowd. After bandmates pulled the two apart, the band said it was canceling the tour and offered refunds to disappointed fans. The backlash was quick, with some questioning whether the Lollapalooza founder, who has admitted he was a “very bad drug addict,” had gone back to his old ways. But the Queens, N.Y., native’s wife, Etty Lau Farrell, blasted such speculation. In an instagram post, the mom of two said he was getting…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024$20 MILLION ESTATE BATTLE!Just over two months after Richard Simmons’ death at 76, things are getting ugly. On Sept. 25, Teresa Reveles, the fitness guru’s house manager and friend of 36 years, filed a petition to be reinstated as a co-trustee for Richard’s estate, worth a reported $20 million. She claims that she was misled by the former General Hospital star’s brother, Lenny, and sister-in-law into giving up the role while she was grieving for her friend. Teresa has asked the court to prohibit Lenny from profiting from Richard’s likeness.A spokesman for Lenny and his wife issued a scathing response against Teresa — who fans once claimed was holding Richard hostage — accusing her of “greed.” Noting that Teresa was “well taken care of” by her former boss, the spokesman questioned why she…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024HARRY: Looking for a Way Out“He’s put Meghan’s happiness ahead of his own.”— a friend tells StarNEARLY a year after his last visit to New York City with wife Meghan Markle, Prince Harry returned — solo. The 40-year-old arrived in the Big Apple Sept. 22 to kick off a series of engagements in support of several of his patronages and philanthropic initiatives including African Parks, The HALO Trust, The Diana Awards, Travalyst, Sentebale, The Parents Network and his own Archewell Foundation. Appearing at ease and confident, he earned a standing ovation at a Clinton Foundation event after passionately speaking about the dangers of children using the web and drew praise for his remarks about mental fitness during a speech at the United Nations. “People noticed this was a more relaxed Harry,” a source tells Star.…5 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024Star ENTERTAINMENTMOVIESJOKER: FOLIE À DEUXJoaquin Phoenix, Lady GagaIn theaters Fri., Oct. 4 RAll the world’s a stage! The strangely sweet sequel to 2019’s billion-dollar hit Joker is a musical romance between two legit psychopaths. Failed comedian turned vigilante Arthur Fleck (Phoenix) is awaiting trial for murder in Gotham’s Arkham State Hospital. That’s where he meets Harley “Lee” Quinn (Gaga, making the character her own after Margot Robbie’s take). “What’s a nice guy like you doing in a place like this?” Lee asks. “I killed five people,” responds Arthur. (You won’t hear dialogue like that between Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan!) Their bizarre bond expresses itself through showstopping musical numbers, including an eerie version of Burt Bacharach’s “Close to You.” The sequel is also part courtroom drama in which director Todd Phillips…3 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024Celebrity CROSSWORDCELEB PUZZLE #42ACROSS1 Demonstrates via charades8 Fedora parts13 Out of control14 Little orphan15 Supercontinent16 It’s a Wonderful Life director17 In unison18 PTA-meeting locale20 Like a lot of sushi21 PC place22 Ever so slight23 Actress Fey24 2005 Ellen Page film26 Hindu teachers30 They come straight from the heart31 2001 Nicole Kidman thriller33 Highly unusual34 Naval characters35 Pebble Beach hazard39 JFK posting40 Qualified41 Elton John’s instrument42 Monkeyshine44 Jennifer of Horrible Bosses46 Kutcher’s wife47 Rock climber’s need48 Famous fiddle, for short49 To-do’sDOWN1 Toward the future2 Partner of effect3 Raw recruits4 Hilary of Conviction5 River to the Seine6 William Tell’s canton7 TV preview8 Composer of many fugues9 Genetic-info. carrier10 Available, as a book11 “Baggage Claim” singer Lambert12 Routes for ships19 Fragrant trees22 Clean the hands before dinner23 Feathers adhesive24 Batter’s success25 Comedian Bill, briefly26…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024TAKE-A-BREAKSUPER-7 CHALLENGEAnswer all seven questions — and use the circled letters to unscramble the Super-7 Challenge solution. Answers below.1 Snoop Dogg is one of the new coaches on The Voice. Who is the other?2 Don Johnson plays a cruise ship captain on this new medical drama.3 Kathryn Hahn’s Agatha All Along is a spinoff from this series.4 Major Margaret Houlihan’s nickname on M*A*S*H.5 Where is The Good Wife set?6 Blue’s Clues’ Steve Burns wrote and sings the theme for this sitcom.7 Seattle was home to the original Frasier. Where is home for the reboot?SUPER-7 CHALLENGEBefore entering politics, The West Wing’s Josiah Bartlet was a prof at this university.ANSWERS1) MICHAEL BUBLE (M U)2) DOCTOR ODYSSEY (D R)3) WANDAVISION (A)4) HOT LIPS (T)5) CHICAGO (H)6) YOUNG SHELDON (O)7) BOSTON (T)SUPER-7 CHALLENGE: (MUDRATHOT)…1 min
Star Magazine|October 14, 2024Star PARTING SHOTSour NotesLas Vegas, Sept. 20Clad in plaid, Gwen Stefani performed her new single, “Somebody Else’s,” for the very first time at the iHeartRadio Music Festival. Fans are convinced ex-husband Gavin Rossdale served as the inspiration for the “narcissistic” ex the 54-year-old references in the song. (The parents of three boys split in 2015 after 13 years of marriage.) “I don’t know what a woman like me was doin’ with a man like you,” Gwen snipes before seemingly giving husband of three years Blake Shelton a sweet shout-out on the track. “But now I got a love so true!”…1 min
