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Justin Timberlake’s plan to regain the trust of his wife Jessica Biel after his latest scandals

The American pop star wants to redeem herself and save her marriage

With the promise of leaving behind his old ways, singer and actor Justin Timberlake wants to win back his wife Jessica Biel and save his 12-year marriage after the great infidelity scandals in which he was involved and which began in 2019 after being caught with actress Alisha Wainwright.

However, that’s not the only thing Timberlake has to correct, as he also needs to curb his alcohol consumption and avoid getting behind the wheel of a car at all costs, a fact for which he was arrested last June in Sag Harbor, New York, and had to plead guilty to a minor charge.

Justin has taken a break from his Forget Tomorrow world tour to pamper his wife, who is happy to be looking after their two children, Silas and Phineas, aged nine and four, respectively.

“Justin wants to be the perfect husband”

A source close to the couple, who asked not to be identified, told radaronline how Jessica feels about Justin’s dispersion and his proclivity to ‘misbehave’: “The time apart has been a relief for Jessica. She needed the space to focus on herself rather than always tending to Justin’s needs. It’s been really hard for Jessica to put up with these ups and downs. Justin knows this and is determined to make sure she’s totally pampered when he’s home for the holidays. There won’t be any of the usual late nights out. Instead, he’s focusing his attention on being the perfect husband”.

Time is running out for Justin

The source told the publication that Jessica loves Justin, but is very tired of his frat boy behavior. “She wants a husband, not a project. Next year, she wants him to really get to work on his family, and take care of some of the heavy lifting with the kids.”

So time is running out for Justin Timberlake and it really is a wake-up call for the singer if he wants to stop stretching the rope so much and constantly putting Jessica Biel in the predicament of whether to stay or end her relationship with him, with a painful divorce in between.

Justin Timberlake Makes ‘Vow’ To Get Back Jessica Biel?

Pop prince Justin Timberlake recently vowed to alter his tune over the holidays to get back into the good graces of his long-suffering actress wife, Jessica Biel, RadarOnline.com has reported.

The “SexyBack” singer, 43, has been busy struggling to remain relevant on his Forget Tomorrow World Tour. However, he is taking a break to “spoil” the 7th Heaven alum, 42, who’s been home caring for their two boys, Silas, 9, and 4-year-old Phineas.

“The time apart has actually been a welcome relief for Jessica”, as per an insider. “She needed the space to focus on herself instead of always catering to Justin’s needs.”

Even though he got off with just a wrist-slap by pleading guilty to a lesser charge, the celeb couple’s rocky 12-year marriage has been hanging by a thread since Timberlake’s embarrassing DWI arrest in Sag Harbor, N.Y., last June,

Justin previously strained the marriage in 2019 when he was caught holding hands with his Palmer co-star Alisha Wainwright, 35, during a night out in New Orleans.

“It’s taken a lot for Jessica to hang on through these ups and downs,” the source added.

“Justin knows that and he’s determined to make sure she’s totally spoiled when he’s home for the holidays. There aren’t going to be any of the usual boys’ nights out. Instead, he’s concentrating his focus on being the perfect husband.

“Jessica loves Justin but she’s so tired of his frat boy behavior.

She wants a husband, not a project. In the coming year, she wants him to really step up and do some of the heavy lifting with the kids.

The insider said: “He’s agreed to be 110 percent there for her when he’s not on tour so that she can start to focus on her own career again.”

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First Lady Michelle Obama Hosts a Student Workshop Celebrating “Memphis Soul”

The First Lady invited Justin Timberlake, Sam Moore, Mavis Staples, Charlie Musselwhite and Ben Harper to join students for a conversation about a truly American art form, and the hard work involved in being a successful musician or artist.

Ed note: You can watch a livestream of “In Performance at the White House: Memphis Soul” on whitehouse.gov/live tonight at 6:55 pm ET.

First Lady Michelle Obama hosts an interactive student workshop event: “Soulsville, USA: The History of Memphis Soul,” in the State Dining Room of the White House, April 9, 2013. Joining the First Lady on stage, from left, are: Sam Moore, Mavis Staples, Justin Timberlake, Charlie Musselwhite and Ben Harper. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)

As First Lady Michelle Obama noted earlier today, “You never know what’s going to happen at the White House!”

Mrs. Obama was talking to a group of students who had come from California, Tennessee, New York, Florida, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C to participate in an interactive workshop called “Soulsville, USA: The History of Memphis Soul.” And while her guests were excited to be in the State Dining Room for the event, the presence of Justin Timberlake on the panel increased their enthusiasm.

Timberlake, Sam Moore, Mavis Staples, Charlie Musselwhite and Ben Harper are all participating in the “In Performance at the White House: Memphis Soul” event later tonight, and the First Lady invited them to join the students for a conversation about this truly American art form, and the hard work involved in being a successful musician or artist.

Mrs. Obama talked about how she had learned to play the piano when she was younger, and her personal regret that she did not stay with it. But as she told the students, she took something from that experience that has helped her throughout her life. “I still remember the hours that it would take to learn just one section of a song,” she said. “The discipline, the patience, the diligence I learned through the study of music — those are all skills that I apply every single day in my life. I applied them as a student, as a lawyer, as a First Lady, and definitely as a mother. So every moment of every day, you have the chance to commit yourselves to your craft. And stick with it especially when those times — it gets a little hard. Just stick with it.”

The First Lady then encouraged the students to take full advantage of being at the White House, and to learn everything they could ask from the musicians on the panel:

You’re going to have a chance to hear some stories and songs from these folks up here on stage who have so graciously given their time.

But, look, as you listen, I want you all to keep one thing in mind — and I try to say this to every young person that I encounter that walks through those doors — but realize that none of these folks up here arrived here on the basis of talent alone. They’re here because they’ve been working hard to perfect their craft since they were at least your age and many of them even younger.

Justin TImberlake, center, shares a laugh with other musicians on the stage during First Lady Michelle Obama’s interactive student workshop event: “Soulsville, USA: The History of Memphis Soul,” in the State Dining Room of the White House, April 9, 2013. Pictured with Timberlake, from left, are : Sam Moore, Mavis Staples, Charlie Musselwhite and Ben Harper. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)

Watch the entire workshop below or on YouTube:

Shocked by the image of America’s super-rich neighborhood before and after the disaster: ‘It’s like an atomic bomb just dropped’

Los Angeles (California, USA) is suffering the terrible consequences of wildfires that occur continuously.

As of January 9 (local time), wildfires are still raging in the Los Angeles area (California, USA), causing 180,000 people to evacuate and about 200,000 others have received warnings at risk of evacuation in case the scope of wildfires continues to spread.

In addition, at least 7 people were killed in the wildfire, which is considered the worst natural disaster in the history of this “city of angels”. Los Angeles Police Chief Robert Luna said “to be honest, we still don’t know what the actual death toll is,” he said, adding, “It looks like an atomic bomb dropped on this area. As soon as the death toll is announced, I am still concerned that this number may continue to rise.”

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The total area of the fire in Los Angeles to date has spread to 117.3km2. Among them, the two largest fires, Palisades and Eaton, have burned more than 11,300 hectares.

The fire at Palisades – where a series of the most luxurious and expensive villas in the United States are concentrated – has caused the houses here to almost turn into a pile of ashes. Up to now, the fire has burned down about 300 buildings and caused damage to about 13,300 other buildings, including many villas of the world’s top stars and super-riches.

Before and After Images

Photos comparing before and after the disaster here have made many people panic at what is happening.

The fire in Palisades was also the first fire reported on January 7. Within 20 minutes, the 8-hectare fire had broken out to more than 80 hectares, and by the end of Jan. 8, had burned nearly 6,500 hectares of the hilly area between Santa Monica and Malibu.

Authorities claimed it was the most destructive fire in the city’s history and was unprecedented.

Mazzulla has awesome reaction to Brandon Jennings calling Tatum ‘soft’

Brandon Jennings may have picked the wrong NBA superstar to criticize — especially considering which head coach that superstar plays for.

Jennings, a former NBA player who last played in 2018, caused a stir on a recent episode of Gilbert Arena’s podcast when he wondered aloud whether Jayson Tatum is the “softest Boston Celtics superstar ever.”

“If you’re so tough, why you didn’t get Finals MVP last year?” Jennings said of Tatum. “Why you let your running mate (Jaylen Brown) do it? If you so tough, if you so all this, why you didn’t get it? Why you didn’t get it?”

On Wednesday night, Tatum fired back at Jennings with an Instagram post of his highlights that included the caption “SoFtesT SuPeRstar in CeLtiC HiStoRy” with a laughing emoji.

But Jennings wasn’t done catching heat from the Celtics. On Thursday morning, C’s head coach Joe Mazzulla was asked on 98.5 The Sports Hub’s Zolak & Bertrand for his take on Jennings’ criticism of Tatum and responded in classic Mazzulla fashion.

“First thought was, that’s when you use one of your coins,” Mazzulla said. “That’s a coin.”

For context, Mazzulla is referencing the alternate universe he imagined during an October interview with Zolak & Bertrand in which everyone in society has five “coins” they can use at any point in a given year to fight a random stranger.

“What if we all walked around with like five coins, right? And at any point in time, you can just hand one out, and you just challenge a guy to like, combat,” Mazzulla said at the time. “If you do pull a coin on a guy and he beats you up, like, that’s your fault. You’ve got to either train harder, or pick and choose your coins better.”

Considering Mazzulla’s background in jiu-jitsu, Jennings may want to cross the street if he sees Mazzulla walking in his direction.

Mazzulla then followed up with a thoughtful answer on how players like Tatum have to navigate constant outside criticism.

“It’s unfortunate that him in particular, but (also) players in general, feel like they have to fight for that constant affirmation,” Mazzulla said. “So, the thing that I try to do the most is like, we don’t have to be affirmed by other people’s opinions.

“Jayson is an unbelievable player — a great player, one of the best Celtics of all time — and the facts speak for themselves.”

Tatum certainly doesn’t need the validation of Jennings, who played for five teams over nine NBA seasons and never made an All-Star team. Not only did Tatum lead the Celtics in points, rebounds and assists per game during their 2024 playoff run, but the 26-year-old boasts an incredible resume that includes five All-Star nominations, three First-Team All-NBA awards and two Olympic gold medals.

“We just don’t have to be affirmed by other people’s opinions, especially when they’re not in the arena,” Mazzulla added. “At the end of the day, that opinion has absolutely no ramifications on his career, his path, the game tomorrow, practice — like, it just doesn’t really mean anything.

“… In the arena, you have a choice to decide how you’re going to deal with the power of other people’s words. They’re just words. But nothing should ever be taken away from that guy’s career, in my opinion. The reason why he gets that is because of how good he is.”

Many A-list celebrities have lost their stunning multi-million dollar mansions in Los Angeles due to the Pacific Palisades and Hollywood Hills fires.

The homes of Anthony Hopkins, Anna Faris, Paris Hilton, Candy Spelling, Heidi Montag, John Goodman and Miles Teller are destroyed.

But several stars have been able to keep their properties safe out of sheer chance and the assistance of brave firefighters.

One of the luckiest Hollywood stars is Kate Hudson who has two homes in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood.

The two mega properties are side-by-side and are lavish with two stories, generous balconies, lush lawns and swimming pools.

Other stars who have seen their homes saved include Tom Hanks, Rebel Wilson, Tom Brady, Chris Pratt, Dan Aykroyd, Steven Spielberg and Jennifer Love Hewitt.
DailyMail.com has obtained photos of the homes that are still preserved.

KATE HUDSON

Kate Hudson’s two homes in Los Angeles are fine. They both miraculously survived the apocalyptic fires that have ravaged Los Angeles.

One of them is the childhood home she grew up in. She bought it back in 2003 for $5.5M.

Then in 2011 the Almost Famous actress snapped up the property next door for $5.3M.

She shares the homes with her fiance Danny Fujikawa and her three children:  son Ryder Robinson with ex Chris Robinson, and son Bingham Hawn Bellamy with ex Matt Ballamy as well as daughter, Rani Rose Hudson Fujikawa, with Danny.

Kate Hudson’s Pacific Palisades side-by-side properties did not burn down

The Almost Famous actress seen at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 5

JENNIFER LOVE HEWITT

 Jennifer Love Hewitt and her husband, Brian Hallisay, still have a home.

Their all white Cape Cod style dwelling was still standing after the fires swept through their neighborhood in the Pacific Palisades.

They purchased the home for $6M in 2020.

The gated house is roomy with high ceilings and hardwood floors with a large chef’s kitchen which fits a breakfast table and chairs.

In the backyard is a lush lawn next to a rectangular swimming pool with a built-in hot tub.

Jennifer Love Hewitt and her husband, Brian Hallisay, still have a home. Their all white Cape Cod style dwelling was still standing after the fires swept through their neighborhood

 Hewitt at the red carpet launch party for Lifetime and Sony Pictures’ The Client List at Sunset Tower in 2012 in West Hollywood

CHRIS PRATT

Chris Pratt and his wife Katharine Schwarzenegger had prayed for their house to be spared, and it looks like it worked.

Their two level beige Mediterranean style home in the Pacific Palisades was seen still standing on Thursday.
The home is reportedly worth $15.6M.

Pratt took to social media with an emotional plea, urging the public to pray for the residents, first responders, and everyone affected by the devastating Southern California wildfires.

Chris Pratt and his wife Katharine Schwarzenegger had prayed for their house to be spared, and it looks like it worked. Their two level beige Mediterranean style home in the Pacific Palisades was seen still standing on Thursday

Seen with his wife when she was pregnant last year

TOM HANKS

Hollywood heavyweight Tom Hanks must be thanking his guardian angel.

The Castaway actor’s very large white modern mansion located on a cliff in the Pacific Palisades did not burn down.

The home above it did, however as it was seen ravage by the wildfire.

Hanks’ enormous property looked fine with barely a mark on it. There was not even debris on his roof or wide green lawn.

The Oscar-winning Forrest Gump actor lives in the home with his longtime wife Rita Wilson.

Hanks’ last film was Here with Robin Wright, whom he also worked with decades ago on Forrest Gump.

Hollywood heavyweight Tom Hanks must be thanking his guardian angel. The Castaway actor’s very large white modern mansion located on a cliff in the Pacific Palisades did not burn down; the home pictured Thursday

Hanks purchased the four-bedroom, five-bathroom abode with longtime wife Rita Wilson, 68, back in 2010; the home pictured in 2020

Hanks seen at the 2024 AFI Fest at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood in October

STEVEN SPIELBERG

Famed director Steven Spielberg can thank his lucky stars as his Pacific Palisades home is still fine as it looked burn-free on Thursday.

The director of Jaws and Schindler’s List has an enormous Mediterranean style villa that is still around.

The eye-popping property is two levels and supersized with a dozen of everything; it actually looks like four houses sewn together.

There is also a lap pool, a lounge outdoor area, a detached garage and plenty of lawn to play soccer on.

Famed director Steven Spielberg can thank his lucky stars as his Pacific Palisades home is still fine as it looked burn-free on Thursday

The Jurassic Park director seen in 1999 in Florida

REBEL WILSON

Rebel Wilson’s Hollywood Hills house is still intact.

The modern-looking two level home with a generous deck in front and a swimming pool in the back was in good condition on Thursday.

All the damage that could be seen was slight foliage from the Santa Ana windstorm in her swimming pool.

There was also a car in the driveway, indicating that someone could have been inside the residence.

The day before she hinted that her home was in jeopardy as she said ‘Ornela’ saved their cat.

She shares the home with her new wife Ramona.

Rebel Wilson’s Hollywood Hills house is still intact. The modern-looking two level home with a generous deck in front and a swimming pool in the back was in good condition on Thursday

The day before she hinted that her home was in jeopardy as she said ‘Ornela’ saved their cat. She shares the home with her wife Ramona

  JAMIE LEE CURTIS

She at first said that her Pacific Palisades house could have burned down then later said it was saved somehow.

Jamie Lee Curtis shared the good news with fans on Instagram then later talked about how fortunate she was when on a late night talk show.

She also pledged $1 million from our Family Foundation to start a fund of support ‘for our great city and state and the great people who live and love there. I’m in communication with Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass and Senator Schiff as to where those funds need to be directed for the most impact,’ she said on Thursday.

Jamie Lee Curtis saw her house in the Pacific Palisades saved from the fires

She also pledged $1M toward ‘our great city and state and the great people who live and love there’; seen January 3

BEN AFFLECK

Ben Affleck got off easy.

When he came back to his newly purchased $20 million property in the Pacific Palisades on Wednesday, he saw it was still standing.

The Oscar winning actor and director drove up in his black SUV to the gate to check himself in.

In photos obtained by DailyMail.com, the ex-husband of Jennifer Lopez looked relieved to see the property just fine.

He recently moved into the charming dwelling after moving out of the $61M mansion he used to shared with the Atlas actress in Bel-Air.

Ben Affleck got off easy. When he came back to his newly purchased $20 million property in the Pacific Palisades on Wednesday, he saw it was still standing

TOM BRADY

Tom Brady recently finished building his Los Angeles mansion, which is situated in the Brentwood neighborhood of the city.

The 47-year-old retired quarterback — whose ex-wife Gisele Bundchen, 44, is expecting a child with boyfriend Joaquim Valente — began constructing the 14,000 square foot home in 2020.

In July, the U.S. Sun reported that Brady had turf installed on the property, including in the backyard and on the second level’s outdoor space.

Tom began erecting the luxe abode after demolishing the original mansion that was set on the cushy estate.

It boasts an in-ground pool, and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout its two stories.

On Thursday the home looked unaffected by the fires.

Tom Brady recently finished building his Los Angeles mansion , which is situated in the Brentwood neighborhood of the city. On Thursday it looked just fine

In July, the U.S. Sun reported that Brady had turf installed on the property, including in the backyard and on the second level’s outdoor space. Seen on January 5 in Tampa
BILL HADER 

Bill Hader‘s home miraculously survived the fires while his neighbors’ houses were burned down to the ground.

As the wildfires continues raging throughout southern California, the 46-year-old comedian’s home in the Pacific Palisades was left standing.

He was one of dozens of celebrities that have been forced to evacuate their luxury properties in coastal Los Angeles as four fast-moving wildfires threaten to destroy the city.

Almost every other home on the It Chapter Two star’s street was destroyed in the fires

While the house across the street was engulfed in flames, Hader’s contemporary villa — which he purchased for $4.2 million in 2019 — appeared intact with a shiny Lexus still parked in the driveway.

Meanwhile, the Pacific Palisades fire is not just destroying mansions belonging to the rich and famous, it is also burning up their restaurants.

Bill Hader’s home miraculously survived the devastating Los Angeles fires while his neighbors’ houses were burned down to the ground; seen in 2024

As the wildfires continues raging throughout southern California , the 46-year-old comedian’s home in the Pacific Palisades was left standing
Bill Hader and Ali Wong hand in hand after getting smoothies

SNL vet Dan Aykroyd still has a home in the Pacific Palisades.

The sprawling mansion with a view of the Pacific Ocean was intact after a fire storm took over the enclave.

The stunning house has seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms with over 7,900 square feet of space.

There is a three car garage and a small lawn in front with a gated courtyard entrance to the Mediterranean style home with a red tiled roof.

SNL vet Dan Aykroyd still has a home in the Pacific Palisades. The sprawling mansion with a view of the Pacific Ocean was intact after a fire storm took over the enclave

More than three years after their drama played out on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 12, Kathy Hilton and Lisa Rinna just amicably reunited on a red carpet together.

See what happened when Kathy Hilton and RHOBH alum Lisa Rinna ran into each other on the red carpet.

The moment happened when both of the ladies attended the WWD Style Awards on January 3. Lisa wore a cream gown with appliques and gloves and sported a short bleach blonde hair look. Kathy, on the other hand, had on a short-sleeved black dress with rhinestone accents.

In a video posted as part of a since-expired Instagram Story by the @BravoBreakingNews Instagram account, Kathy started off the conversation by giving Lisa a major compliment.

“I love the blonde hair,” Kathy said to the former diamond holder, who left the show after Season 12.

Lisa then asked Kathy how she’s doing.

“I’m good,” the mom of four responded. “I’m tired. I just got back from out of town.”

“I know, me too,” Lisa replied. “You know what? Don’t stop.”

“Don’t stop,” Kathy agreed.

Kathy Hilton and Lisa Rinna attend “An Unforgettable Evening” Benefiting The Women’s Cancer Research Fund at the Beverly Wilshire on April 10, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. Photo: Amy Sussman/Getty Images

Are Kathy Hilton and Lisa Rinna friends?

After their friendship-ending drama during the group trip to Aspen on RHOBH Season 12 (which also damaged Kathy’s relationship with sister Kyle Richards), Lisa shared that she and Kathy had an amicable exchange at the 2022 People’s Choice Awards.

“I saw Kathy last night, and we had a lovely chat,” Lisa told Entertainment Tonight in December 2022. “All good… all good. All I need to say. We had a fun time last night. We all did. It was a fun night.”

Speaking about their past falling-out Lisa said, “You know, I think, at the end of the day, we do a TV show. So I think that after eight years and all the things that we’ve been through, we’re grown women and we can pretty much get through anything at the end of the day.”

In November 2023, Kathy shared a surprising update on her relationship with Lisa on an episode of Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.

“I received the most beautiful giant flower bouquet and a beautiful card and I called her to thank her and we talked for about 20 minutes,” she said about her renewed friendship with Lisa. “She’s doing well and I’m very happy for her. We always had such a good time — until we didn’t.”

Fast-forward to April 2024, and the ladies posed for photos together at a benefit for the Women’s Cancer Research Fund in Beverly Hills.

BREAKING NEWS: “STOP BLAMING” After a humiliating loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, head coach Mike Tomlin blamed Travis Kelce for allowing Taylor Swift to wear a “revealing bikin1,” which allegedly distracted the Pittsburgh Steelers players and led to the defeat…

In a surprising turn of events following the Pittsburgh Steelers’ crushing defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs, head coach Mike Tomlin has sparked controversy with his post-game remarks. During a press conference, Tomlin appeared to shift responsibility for the team’s performance, blaming Travis Kelce and an unexpected off-field distraction involving pop superstar Taylor Swift.

The Incident

Tomlin pointed to an unusual distraction on the sidelines, claiming that Taylor Swift, who was present to support Travis Kelce, wore a revealing bikini that caught the attention of Steelers players. According to the coach, the alleged distraction led to a lack of focus, contributing to the team’s poor performance on the field.

“It’s hard to keep a team focused when something like that happens. We’re here to win games, not deal with unnecessary sideline distractions,” Tomlin said during the heated post-game conference.

Fans React

The coach’s remarks have ignited debates across social media. Many fans found the comments bizarre and unprofessional, accusing Tomlin of deflecting from his coaching responsibilities. One fan tweeted, “So now a pop star’s outfit is the reason for a football team’s loss? What’s next?” Others defended the coach, suggesting that off-field distractions can indeed have a psychological impact on players during high-stakes games.

Swifties and NFL Fans Clash

Taylor Swift’s fanbase, known as the Swifties, did not take the comments lightly. They flooded social media platforms with posts defending the singer, pointing out that her attire has nothing to do with the Steelers’ inability to perform. Meanwhile, NFL fans debated whether sideline activities have any bearing on professional athletes’ focus during games.

Kansas City Chiefs Respond

 

Neither Travis Kelce nor Taylor Swift has commented on the incident, but sources close to the Chiefs organization dismissed the claims as “laughable” and emphasized that their focus remains on maintaining their winning streak.

A Pattern of Excuses?

Critics have pointed out that this isn’t the first time Tomlin has shifted blame after a tough loss. Many sports analysts are questioning whether his comments reflect deeper issues within the Steelers’ preparation and strategy.

What’s Next for the Steelers?

The Steelers now face an uphill battle to recover from this loss. While Tomlin’s remarks have dominated headlines, fans and analysts agree that the focus should return to addressing the team’s on-field performance. With playoffs on the line, the Steelers need to regroup quickly to salvage their season.

As the controversy unfolds, one thing is certain: distractions, whether on the sidelines or in the media, won’t win games. The Steelers will need to look inward to find the solutions they desperately need.

Jamie Lee Curtis is donating $1million to LA fire relief efforts after crying over Pacific Palisades destruction

Jamie Lee Curtis has revealed she is donating $1million toward LA fire relief efforts after fighting back tears over the destruction of Pacific Palisades.

The actress, 66, took to Instagram Thursday to announce her donation and reveal she had been in contact with LA governor Gavin Newson to discuss where the funds would be best used.

She wrote: ‘As the fire still rages on and @calfire @losangelesfiredepartment and all the available first responders and agencies involved in fighting fire and saving lives are still hard at work and neighbors and friends are banding together to save each other, my husband and I and our children have pledged $1 million from our Family Foundation to start a fund of support for our great city and state and the great people who live and love there.

‘I’m in communication with Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass and Senator Schiff as to where those funds need to be directed for the most impact.’

This comes after  Curtis fought back tears as she admitted the Pacific Palisades fires have been ‘catastrophic,’ during an appearance on The Tonight Show on Wednesday.

The flew out to New York City to appear on the Jimmy Fallon-hosted show, when the fires started spreading through the city she calls home.

Jamie Lee Curtis has revealed she is donating $1million toward LA fire relief efforts after fighting back tears over the destruction of Pacific Palisades

She revealed on Instagram earlier on Wednesday that her home is safe but many of her neighbors homes have been destroyed.

The actress appeared on the show to promote her new film The Last Showgirl, in theaters January 10, but before she discussed the film, she became visibly emotional while addressing the fires.

‘I’m literally just about to cry. Mostly because of that beautiful welcome,’ Curtis began, as the audience started to applaud, with one screaming, ‘You’re beautiful!’

She tearfully continued, ‘As you know, where I live is on fire right now. Literally, the entire city of the Pacific Palisades is burning.’

‘I flew here last night. I was on the plane, started getting texts. And it’s f***ing gnarly, you guys. It’s just a catastrophe in southern California,’ she said.

‘Obviously, there have been horrific fires in many places. This is literally where I live. Everything. The market I shop in. The schools my kids go to. Friends, many, many, many, many, many friends now have lost their homes,’ she said.

‘So it is — it’s a really awful situation. I am, you know, obviously going to go home first thing tomorrow and be with my family and try to help my friends,’ she continued.

‘But it is — just so I can tell you, if you know anybody on the west coast or not, the American red cross, support them,’ she said.

The actress, 66, took to Instagram to announce her donation and reveal she had been in contact with LA governor Gavin Newson to discuss where the funds would be best used

Curtis is pictured with husband Christopher Guest and children Ruby and Annie in 2022

This comes after Curtis fought back tears as she admitted the Pacific Palisades fires have been ‘catastrophic,’ during an appearance on The Tonight Show on Wednesday

The 66-year-old actress flew out to New York City to appear on the Jimmy Fallon-hosted show, when the fires started spreading through the city she calls home

‘They will come in and help people. Do anything you can. Anything in your community to help people, whether you need it or not now, you will need it. Give blood, donate, whatever,’ she said to applause.

‘And remember, since I’m on the middle of a very big television show, for anybody living anywhere, have an emergency kit in your house,’ she added.

‘I’m an American red cross ambassador. Have an emergency kit with prescription glasses, medicines, dog food, baby formula, all the things you need if you have to flee,’ she added.

In the early hours of Thursday morning, she addressed her appearance on the program in a post shared on Instagram.

Jamie penned: ‘Flying to New York and hearing the beginnings of the stories of the fire was very challenging to be far away from my home and family and friends and feeling very powerless.

‘I suited up and showed up for work here in the city, complete with the recreation of the hip, thrusting meme from the movie, Perfect, and was greeted by such warmth from @fallontonight @jimmyfallon and @ questlove and their team.

‘It was complicated to feel like we were making comedy in the midst of such a profound tragedy across the country, but we did.’

Jamie added: ‘The hug he gave me in support of my fragile feelings will always be remembered, and I leave New York City with the hopes and prayers and good thoughts from all in the East Coast as I return home to the best coast and my beloved City of Angels to help start to repair and rebuild.’

Hours before going on the air, she shared a video showcasing the destruction in Pacific Palisades, where she confirmed her home is safe.

‘Our beloved neighborhood is gone. Our home is safe. So many others have lost everything. Help where you can. Thank you to the first responders and firefighters. @americanredcross,’ she said.

Hours before going on the air, she shared a video showcasing the destruction in Pacific Palisades, where she confirmed her home is safe

Jamie had previously shared that her home was at risk of being destroyed by the wildfires, but later confirmed that it was safe from the flames

She also shared another Instagram post, showing her beloved church in Pacific Palisades that had gone up in flames.

‘This is the church in the Palisades that had a beautiful Sunday school and school and was a gorgeous house of worship and is the building that I got sober in 25 years ago,’ she said.

‘I think of all of the souls who came there for comfort and solace and all the baptisms and funerals and weddings and the thousands of people who reclaimed their lives through Sobriety,’ she added.

‘Also, the women’s club in the Palisades where I met many sober people. Both are gone. Tough times. We will persevere. God bless you all,’ she concluded.

Hollywood Boulevard has been evacuated with 100,000 people told to flee with six wildfires raging as the apocalyptic skies of Los Angeles continue to fill with smoke.

Two new blazes broke out overnight in the Hollywood Hills and Studio City – forcing first responders to redeploy their already-scarce resources to the burnt landscape.

The National Guard has been deployed and could send in military personnel to assist, amid revelations that heroic firefighters are ‘triaging’ homes and neighborhoods.

The LA Fire Department issued an evacuation order for people in an area within Hollywood Boulevard to the south, Mulholland Drive to the north, the 101 Freeway to the east and Laurel Canyon Boulevard to the west – all iconic addresses in showbiz.

The latest fires mean huge swathes of iconic southern California real estate from Malibu to Santa Monica, and from Pacific Palisades to Runyon Canyon, are ablaze – impacting millions caught off guard by the unprecedented spread and carnage.

At least five people have lost their lives in the disaster so far – with 2,000 structures obliterated and thousands of people left with nothing but ash across the city.

More than 130,000 people are under evacuation orders while Mandy Moore, Cary Elwes and Paris Hilton are among the stars who said they had lost homes. Billy Crystal and his wife Janice lost their home of 45 years in the Palisades Fire.

Angel Reese Shares Hilarious Instagram Post Revealing Shaquille O’Neal’s Multiple Calls

In a surprising and lighthearted moment, Angel Reese, the star basketball player for LSU, took to Instagram to share an amusing story about NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. The post has gone viral, offering fans a glimpse into the playful side of Reese’s life off the court. Here’s a breakdown of what happened and why this interaction between Reese and O’Neal has sparked such interest online.

The Instagram Post That Started It All

On January 9, 2025, Angel Reese posted a story on her Instagram showing an overwhelming number of missed calls from none other than Shaquille O’Neal. The post quickly caught the attention of her followers, garnering thousands of likes and comments within hours of being uploaded.

In the Instagram story, Reese humorously highlighted that Shaq had been calling her repeatedly, with the call count appearing to climb higher and higher as she revealed her phone screen. Reese seemed to find the situation equally amusing, and her fans quickly joined in the fun, with many speculating about what could have prompted such a large number of calls from the basketball icon.

For those who may not know, Shaquille O’Neal is an NBA Hall of Famer and one of the most dominant figures to ever step on the basketball court. Following his retirement, O’Neal has become a prominent television personality, entrepreneur, and social media figure. His playful nature and frequent presence on social platforms make him a fan favorite among younger audiences, including Reese’s own followers.

The Relationship Between Angel Reese and Shaquille O’Neal

Angel Reese has garnered significant attention in recent years for her exceptional talent and performance on the basketball court. As a forward for the LSU Tigers, Reese led her team to the NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship in 2023 and was named the Final Four Most Outstanding Player. Reese’s social media presence has also grown rapidly, and she has become an influential voice in the sports community.

Shaquille O’Neal, who is known for his larger-than-life personality, has taken a particular interest in Reese’s career. O’Neal, who has a reputation for mentoring younger players and staying connected with the basketball community, has made his admiration for Reese clear. The two have interacted on social media before, and this most recent instance of him calling her numerous times adds to their growing rapport.

Despite the playful tone of the Instagram post, Reese’s post also highlights the fact that she and O’Neal have built a genuine relationship based on mutual respect. While the nature of the calls remains a mystery, it’s evident that O’Neal’s admiration for Reese as a rising star in women’s basketball is significant.

Why Did Shaquille O’Neal Call Angel Reese So Many Times?

While Reese didn’t provide specific details about why O’Neal had been calling her so frequently, the situation has left many fans curious. Is it a personal conversation? Is O’Neal offering advice or support regarding her career? Or perhaps he’s simply checking in with Reese as a mentor figure, encouraging her to continue excelling on and off the court?

Given O’Neal’s track record of supporting and guiding younger players, it wouldn’t be surprising if the calls were meant to offer some kind of advice or mentorship. However, it’s also possible that O’Neal was simply trying to have a friendly conversation or offer some good-natured fun, knowing how much fans would enjoy seeing a behind-the-scenes moment like this.

Reese, for her part, seemed to take the calls in stride. Her Instagram story exuded a sense of humor and lightheartedness, showing that she is comfortable with her newfound fame and the growing attention she is receiving from major figures in the basketball world.

Social Media Reactions and Fan Responses

The post has already sparked a flurry of responses on social media. Fans have taken to Twitter, Instagram, and even TikTok to comment on the hilarious interaction. Many of Reese’s followers have shown excitement over the fact that Shaquille O’Neal is personally reaching out to her. Some have even joked about the possibility of Reese being “too popular” for Shaq to keep up with, while others have marveled at the thought of a basketball legend like O’Neal making the effort to stay connected with up-and-coming players.

Basketball fans, particularly those who follow both Reese and O’Neal, are eager to see if this playful interaction evolves into something more significant. Could this be the beginning of a stronger mentorship dynamic between the two? Or is it simply a funny anecdote that will be remembered as a moment of levity in Reese’s blossoming career?

The Impact of the Post on Angel Reese’s Popularity

Angel Reese’s social media presence has been a key part of her rise to stardom. Her Instagram, where she regularly posts updates on her basketball career, personal life, and collaborations with brands, has become a source of inspiration for her many followers. The humorous Shaq-related post is just the latest example of how Reese uses her platform to connect with her audience in a fun and engaging way.

Reese’s social media savvy has undoubtedly helped boost her popularity, not only among fans of women’s basketball but also among a broader demographic of sports fans. Her relatable personality and openness about her journey as a young athlete in the spotlight resonate with many, particularly young women who look up to her as a role model.

Conclusion: A Fun Moment for Angel Reese and Shaquille O’Neal

At the end of the day, Angel Reese’s Instagram post revealing Shaquille O’Neal’s repeated calls serves as a light-hearted reminder of the connections that athletes form both on and off the court. Whether the calls are professional or personal, the playful nature of Reese’s post shows that, despite the pressure of being a rising star, she remains grounded and able to enjoy moments like these.

For fans, the interaction between Reese and O’Neal offers a rare glimpse into the supportive network that exists behind the scenes in the world of basketball. It also serves as a reminder that, at its core, sports are about connection, camaraderie, and mentorship—something that both Reese and O’Neal clearly understand.

As the relationship between Reese and O’Neal continues to unfold, fans can expect more fun moments and perhaps even a few more calls that make their way onto social media. Until then, Angel Reese’s latest Instagram post will certainly remain a highlight for fans eager to follow her journey.