Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan have a remarkable story both personally and professionally. They first met on the set of the hit TV show “Family Ties” in the early 1980s, where Pollan played Ellen, the girlfriend of Fox’s character, Alex P. Keaton. Their chemistry was evident, and after dating briefly, they both moved on to other relationships.
Years later, they reconnected while Fox was filming “Doc Hollywood,” and this time, their relationship blossomed into a lasting marriage. They tied the knot on July 16, 1988, and have four children together: Sam, Aquinnah, Schuyler, and Esmé.
Throughout their marriage, Tracy has been a staunch supporter of Michael, especially after he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 1991. She has played a crucial role in his advocacy work, helping to raise awareness and funds for Parkinson’s research through the Michael J. Fox Foundation.
Their partnership is characterized by mutual respect and love, showcasing a deep bond that has only strengthened over the years. Together, they continue to inspire many with their resilience and commitment to each other and their causes.
During the actress’s mother’s burial, the Australian country singer supported her in a way that garnered attention.
Nicole Kidman bid her mother, Janelle Kidman, farewell in Sydney with her husband, Keith Urban, and their family. On October 15, 2024, the funeral took place in Lavender Bay’s St. Francis Xavier Church. Pictures of them quickly went viral on the internet, and admirers praised the singer’s disposition throughout this trying time.
Kidman, 57, seemed quite sad as she left the chapel. She was spotted holding hands with her 56-year-old spouse while sporting a long black coat and high-end sunglasses. His resolute posture and manner in this picture demonstrated his backing for the actress.PROMOTED CONTENT
Kidman’s sister Antonia was also present, as were Kidman’s daughters, Sunday Rose, 16, and Faith Margaret, 14. Bella and Connor, the actress’s adult children from her former marriage to Tom Cruise, were not present at the event, though.
Kidman’s daughters had a difficult day; Sunday Rose was observed crying before the service. They shared this heartfelt event with their cousins, who offered the bereaved siblings sympathy.
Janelle passed away last month at the age of 84, and this service served as her last farewell. Kidman’s death occurred just hours before she was honored with the Venice Film Festival’s Best Actress prize for her performance in “Babygirl.”
The family paid a moving homage to their late mother on social media shortly after the matriarch’s loss made headlines.
“Every message we have received from those who loved and admired our Mother has meant more to us than we will ever be able to express,” Kidman and her sister wrote in the article. Lastly, as they grieved this loss, they asked that their privacy be protected.
Fans on social media sites praised Urban’s silent courage and presence during the trauma and offered prayers for Kidman as soon as images of the service appeared online.
“So hard for everyone,” a fan wrote. I’m glad her husband is on her side. He must be in pain too . [sic]. “Geez he does that all the time,” said another. He always acts like a gentleman.
Similar opinions were expressed by others, who praised Urban’s moral fiber and the closeness of the pair. “What a lovely couple, thank you Mr Urban!!l [sic],” said one user. Just “Well done Keith [sic].” commented another.
We send Kidman, Urban, and their family our sincerest sympathies during this trying time.
Here’s a classic recipe for spaghetti alla carbonara, a delicious Italian dish that’s both simple and satisfying!
Spaghetti alla Carbonara
Ingredients
400g (14 oz) spaghetti
150g (5 oz) guanciale (or pancetta), diced
3 large eggs
100g (3.5 oz) Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
Freshly cracked black pepper
Salt (for pasta water)
Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Boil the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
Cook the Guanciale:
While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced guanciale and cook until it’s crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and a generous amount of black pepper until well combined.
Combine:
Once the pasta is drained, add it to the skillet with the guanciale (if the skillet has cooled, heat it gently). Quickly pour in the egg and cheese mixture, tossing the pasta vigorously. The residual heat will cook the eggs gently, creating a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
Serve:
Plate the carbonara, adding more grated cheese and black pepper on top to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Tips
Eggs: For an even creamier texture, use a combination of whole eggs and egg yolks.
Cheese: Pecorino Romano is traditional, but you can mix in some Parmigiano-Reggiano for a different flavor.
Pasta Water: The starchy pasta water helps to emulsify the sauce, making it silky smooth.
Enjoy your homemade spaghetti alla carbonara! Buon appetito!
Kate Middleton has shown up in public for the first time since finishing her chemotherapy last month.
The Duchess of Cambridge accompanied her spouse, Prince William, both 42, to Southport on Thursday to meet with the families of the three girls who died in the July knife assault at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class.
The royal pair had a private meeting with the families of Bebe King, 6, Elsie Dot Stancombe, 7, and Alice Dasilva Aguiar, 9.
Danny Lawson/WPA Pool/Shutterstock captured the image.
The upcoming monarch and monarch also visited with the dance instructor, Leanne Lucas, 35, who was hurt while protecting her students in the incident.
During the commission of the dreadful crime, the royal family released a statement conveying their surprise and compassion for the victims.
The princess stated: “As parents, we cannot fathom the experience of the families, friends, and loved ones of those who were killed and injured in Southport today.”
Kate and William recently had a heartfelt encounter with a young cancer patient at Windsor Castle.
Prince William and Catherine, the Princess of Wales, have a conversation with members of the emergency services.
Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, engage in conversation with emergency services personnel.
The image was taken by Danny Lawson/WPA Pool and is available on Shutterstock.
They posted pictures on their official Instagram account of a visit with Liz, a 16-year-old aspiring photographer from Harrogate, England, who was diagnosed with cancer in January.
Liz has been diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer called desmoplastic small round cell tumor, and was told by the BBC that she has a life expectancy of six months to three years.
The prince asked Liz to take photos at the investiture ceremony he was organizing for her photography bucket list.
It was delightful to see Liz at Windsor today. A skilled photographer full of creativity and strength that has motivated us both. The caption on their social media post expressed gratitude for sharing their photos and story with us.
Kate announced she was free of cancer in the month of September.
She declared on X, formerly Twitter, on September 9 how relieved she was to have finished her chemotherapy treatment.
My priority now is to do everything I can to prevent cancer. Even though I have completed chemotherapy, the journey to fully heal and recover will be lengthy, and I need to approach each day with care and patience.
The three children’s mother had mostly stayed out of the public eye since announcing she was undergoing.
Lisa Marie Presley claimed that Michael Jackson was “still a virgin” when they started dating.
In Presley’s new memoir “From Here to the Great Unknown,” completed by her daughter, Riley Keough, following her death in January 2023, the late singer said that the King of Pop, who passed away in 2009, never had sex before they became a couple in 1994.
“He told me he was still a virgin,” Presley wrote in the book. “I think he had kissed Tatum O’Neal, and he’d had a thing with Brooke Shields, which hadn’t been physical apart from a kiss. He said Madonna had tried to hook up with him once, too, but nothing happened.”
“I was terrified because I didn’t want to make the wrong move,” Presley added. “When he decided to first kiss me, he just did it. He was instigating everything. The physical stuff started happening, which I was shocked at. I had thought that maybe we wouldn’t do anything until we got married, but he said, ‘I’m not waiting!’”
The pair first met in Las Vegas when they were kids, but they didn’t reconnect until the 1990s, when Jackson professed his love for Presley during a trip to Las Vegas while she was still married to Keough.
“Michael said,’ I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but I’m completely in love with you. I want us to get married and for you to have my children,’” Presley wrote. “I didn’t say anything immediately, but then I said, ‘I’m really flattered, I can’t even talk.’ By then, I felt I was in love with him too.”
The 77-year-old singer openly joked about his many health issues in a speech at the premiere of his new documentary, “Elton John: Never Too Late,” at the New York Film Festival on Tuesday.
“To be honest with you, there’s not much of me left,” John told the audience after a screening of the doc, directed by his husband, David Furnish, and R.J. Cutler.
Elton John at the New York Film Festival on Oct. 1, 2024.Getty Images for FLC
“I don’t have tonsils, adenoids or an appendix,” he went on, per People. “I don’t have a prostate. I don’t have a right hip or a left knee or a right knee. In fact, the only thing left to me is my left hip.”
“But I’m still here,” John continued. “And I can’t thank you [enough], you’re the people that made me.”
Elton John at Paris fashion week on Sept. 29, 2024.Getty Images for Valentino
John has had many health woes over the years. Last month, he revealed he was recovering from a “severe eye infection” that affected his vision, after undergoing knee and hip replacement surgeries.
The “Tiny Dancer” singer also got a pacemaker fitted for an irregular heartbeat in the 1990s, was hospitalized for influenza and a bacterial infection in 2009, had an abscess that was discovered on his appendix in 2013, and suffered “gastric flu” in 2016.
Plus, John has dealt with hearing loss caused by years of touring.
Elton John during his final performance at Dodger Stadium in November 2022.Disney+/This Machine
In 2021, friends of John’s told The Post they were worried about the singer before the next stretch of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour that he finally wrapped last year.
“He is not Superman,” one musician who has known John for decades told The Post at the time. “He should be at home with his kids and his husband, not stuck on the road. I worry that he won’t finish this tour.”
At the premiere of his new documentary, John mentioned that he’s done with touring after his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour finished in 2023 after five years and more than 300 shows worldwide.
David Furnish, Elton John and R.J. Cutler at the “Elton John: Never Too Late” screening.Getty Images for FLC
“As you know, I decided to stop touring because I’m 77 years of age,” he said. “I’ve done all there is to do, to play. I’ve succeeded. I’ve been there and I’ve done it.”
The EGOT winner also gave a special shout-out to Furnish, 61, and their sons Zachary, 13 and Elijah, 11, thanking them for “making me the happiest man in the world.”
“The most important thing in my life are David, Zachary and Elijah, and my family and my friends,” he added. “I found utopia and I’m so thrilled.”
Elton John on FaceTime with one of his children.Disney+/This Machine
“Elton John: Never Too Late” had its world premiere last month at the Toronto Film Festival and will begin streaming on Disney+ in the US on Dec. 13.
The official logline for the documentary describes it as an “intimate and emotionally-charged story” that is “packed with all of his greatest hits, as well as lesser-known gems from the ’70s and unseen footage from Elton’s personal archives.”
“With exclusive access to Elton onstage, behind the scenes and in the recording studio, this documentary tells Elton John’s story as it’s never been told before,” the logline adds.
Famous actor Mel Gibson made a rare public appearance with his youngest children, daughter Lucia (14) and son Lars (7), at the premiere of his new film “Monster Summer” in Los Angeles. This is one of the few times he has been seen in public with them.
Gibson couldn’t hide his smile, radiating pride and happiness as he posed with his daughter, whom he shares with former partner Oksana Grigorieva, and his son, whom he has with his current partner, Rosalind Ross. Lars was born in 2017, and after his birth, a source told People that the parents were thrilled and that the little boy was wonderful. In September 2016, they announced they were expecting a son.
“Mel and Roz are so excited about the baby. Mel loves being a dad, and both he and Roz can’t wait for the arrival of their child. The last two years have been some of the happiest of his life,” a friend shared with People.
Overall, Mel Gibson has nine children. In addition to Lucia and Lars, he is also the father of Hannah (43), Christian (42), Edward (42), William (38), Louis (35), Milo (33), and Thomas (25) from his marriage to Robin Moore.
Gibson’s story is filled with dramatic and scandalous details. He has gone from being a beloved actor to a persona non grata in Hollywood due to various controversies. Born in New York to a mother with Irish roots, his father was a writer who moved the family to Australia to protect Mel from potentially being drafted into the Vietnam War.
Gibson gained fame through iconic roles in films like “Mad Max” and “Lethal Weapon,” earning critical acclaim and comparisons to greats like Steve Martin and Sean Connery. He famously turned down the lead role in the James Bond film series and enjoyed a diverse range of roles, including in “What Women Want.”
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After his acting career, he turned to directing, winning an Oscar for “Braveheart.” His directorial projects include “Apocalypto,” “The Passion of the Christ,” and other works that garnered both praise and controversy for their sensitive subject matter.
However, his career faced significant setbacks due to struggles with alcoholism and anti-Semitic remarks, leading to a decade of being largely ignored by Hollywood. His personal life has also been tumultuous, with a divorce from Robin Moore after 31 years of marriage and allegations of domestic violence from Oksana Grigorieva, with whom he shares a daughter.
Despite the scandals, Gibson has found a new relationship with Rosalind Ross, who is 34 years younger, and has sparked discussions about their age difference, overshadowed by his past controversies.
Shimizu at the Richard Tyler spring 1994 ready-to-wear runway show.Penske Media via Getty Image
“Not only was it great feeling like a high-class hooker — because really it was,” she recalled. “You’d get a phone call like, ‘Hey, can you meet me at my Paris show? You’re in Europe right?’ So I’d be like, ‘Yeah, I’m just finishing Prada. Right after Prada I’ll catch a plane over.’”
“And I would,” Shimizu added. “I’d go over to her hotel, to the Ritz, at like four in the morning, have sex and then fly back to Milan.”
Madonna at Milan fashion week on Sept. 21, 2024.IPA/INSTARimages
Shimizu was entangled with the “4 Minutes” singer around the same time that she had a brief relationship with Angelina Jolie.
In 1997, Jolie told Girlfriends magazine, “I probably would have married Jenny Shimizu if I hadn’t married my husband [Jonny Lee Miller]. I fell in love with her the first second I saw her.”
Angelina Jolie at the Toronto Film Festival on Sept. 8, 2024.AFF-USA/Shutterstoc
“I realized that I was looking at her in a way that I had looked at men,” the “Maleficent” star said. “And it was great, and it was a discovery.
“It had never crossed my mind that I was going to one day experiment with or kiss a woman, it was never something I was looking for,” she added. “I just happened to fall for a girl.”
