Tom Hanks’ son, Chet Hanks, has publicly expressed dissatisfaction with aspects of his upbringing, particularly in relation to feeling disconnected from his cultural roots and identity. Chet has shared that he struggled with feeling out of place growing up in a predominantly white community and attending private schools where he felt isolated as a person of mixed race. He has also mentioned feeling pressure to conform to certain expectations due to his family’s fame and his father’s reputation.

Chet Hanks has been vocal about embracing his Jamaican heritage later in life and connecting more deeply with that part of his identity. His discontent seems to stem from a sense of not fully belonging to either the white American or Jamaican cultures he identifies with, which has influenced his perspective on his upbringing. These issues highlight the complexities of identity formation and cultural belonging, particularly for individuals from mixed-race backgrounds navigating fame and family expectations.

Bindi Irwin is famous for being the daughter of the Crocodile Hunter, but were you aware that she is also a skilled dancer? Her remarkable Dirty Dancing tribute to Patrick Swayze left the audience in awe.
During this performance, she teamed up with Derek Hough. When the iconic melody began, the audience went wild! The movie was recently adapted for TV. Die hard Dirty Dancing fans were disappointed with the movie. Still, they adored Bindi’s show.
This, along with a variety of other performances, enabled her to reign over the 2015 season of Dancing with the Stars.

Watch the video below to observe them getting ready for their performance. Do you recall the lake setting? That elevator appeared to be an unattainable task.
All of a sudden, Jennifer Grey appears out of nowhere! It’s evident that Bindi is in awe of the stars. Having one of the iconic movie’s actors present increases the stress level!
You can watch Bindi and Derek attempt and not succeed multiple times. Nevertheless, they have it under control. They prepared tirelessly for that moment, and their efforts were rewarded.
Bindi is dressed suitably. The dress she is wearing is remarkably alike to the one Jennifer Grey sports in the film. Her hair is styled in a complete 80’s retro fashion.
Their excitement can be observed in the video. These two clearly love the film.
The show starts. While they are dancing, the audience applauds along to the music. The duo senses their encouragement while executing every single movement. Ultimately, the audience was extremely impressed.

The couple should be proud of a job well done.

If Patrick Swayze was watching, I bet he’d be proud too.

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Kate Middleton will resume working once she has recovered, however, her duties in the royal family may be significantly altered compared to before her battle with cancer.
A source informed Us Weekly in their latest issue that Princess Kate is currently reassessing what responsibilities she will be able to handle upon her return. There is a possibility that she will never return to the same role that she was previously seen in.
According to a royal aide, the Princess of Wales will resume her work once given approval by doctors.
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It will be some time before Kate comes back to work. Last week, it was confirmed that she will not be at this year’s Trooping the Colour on 8 June in her capacity as Colonel of the Irish Guards, but there are reports that she may make a brief appearance on the Buckingham Palace balcony on the day.
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In the meantime, as per a recent implication to the Daily Beast, Kate might not resume her official duties until as far as 2025. The source mentioned that Kate does not have any entries in her diary for this year. There are no plans made. It is possible that she will not be seen in public for the remainder of the year.
Shortly after revealing her cancer diagnosis, a source informed People that when Kate fully recovers, she is expected to return with even more passion.
While she is recuperating, Kate is said to be keeping up with her most important work assignments, like being updated on a recent report from the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood. Kate’s emphasis on early childhood is a key aspect of her duties as a royal.
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Prince Philip, also known as the Duke of Edinburgh, passed away on April 9, 2021, at the age of 99. He had been the husband of Queen Elizabeth II for over 70 years and was the longest-serving spouse of any British monarch. In Britain, flags were lowered to half-mast nationwide to grieve the death of the royal family.
A small gathering of 30 people attended Philip’s funeral on April 17, 2021, which was a subdued event due to the COVID-19 limitations. Typically, someone as important as Philip would have had a state funeral with at least 800 guests present, but this was not possible because of the current pandemic. The exclusive guest list of 30 individuals consisted mainly of immediate royal family members, such as Philip’s children and numerous grandchildren.
While Philip spent many years by the Queen’s side, a large part of his life remained unknown to the public. The Duke of Edinburgh retired from his official responsibilities as a royal in 2017 when he was 95 years old, stepping out of the public eye. He was known as one of the most active royals, completing over 22,000 solo appearances before scaling back.
The Duke of Edinburgh played a crucial role within the British royal family. Philip, born in Corfu, Greece, was the son of Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark. As a small child, Philip and his family were compelled to leave their home and live in exile. To obtain Elizabeth’s hand in marriage, he gave up his Greek and Danish titles and adopted his mother’s last name, Mountbatten.
Until his death in 2021, Philip encountered and endured numerous significant moments and difficulties within the royal family. One of them included embracing Meghan Markle into the group. Continue reading to learn about Philip’s behavior towards her and uncover the unexpected nickname he gave her, which he only used when she wasn’t around.

Dolly Rebecca Parton was born on January 19, 1946, in a one-room cabin in Locust Ridge, Tennessee, one of twelve children in a financially struggling family. Her parents, Avie Lee and Robert Lee Parton Sr., worked hard to make ends meet, relying on farming and other labor-intensive jobs to provide for their large family. Money was often tight, and the Parton children learned the value of hard work and resourcefulness from a young age.

Growing up, Dolly and her family lived in a small, crowded cabin with minimal amenities. The family’s home lacked electricity and indoor plumbing, common hardships in the Appalachian region during that era. Despite the challenges of their living conditions, Dolly’s parents instilled in her a strong sense of faith, love for music, and determination to pursue her dreams.

From an early age, Dolly showed a natural talent for singing and songwriting. She began performing at local events, churches, and on regional radio and television shows, showcasing her passion for music despite the financial constraints of her upbringing. Her early experiences in poverty and the resilience she developed would later influence her songwriting, often drawing on themes of struggle, resilience, and the human spirit.

Dolly’s upbringing in poverty profoundly shaped her career and philanthropic endeavors. She often speaks openly about her humble beginnings and the hardships her family faced, using her platform to advocate for social causes and support programs that assist children and families in need. Her charitable efforts, such as the Imagination Library, reflect her commitment to giving back to communities similar to the one in which she was raised.

Although she is from Canada,  Celine Dion is a well-known singer who is loved around the world. To date, her albums have topped records with more than 200 million copies sold to her avid fans.  Celine is known for being not only an exceptional singer but also a sharp-witted woman who has a mind for success.

Back in 2016, Dion showed off her dance skills on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon when she played the “Wheel of Musical Impressions.”

During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, this popular star had the opportunity to relax and reveal her fun-loving side. The result was a night of hilarious impersonations and an audience who loved the show!

There’s a reason Richard Gere is sticking to indie fare these days: He has to. After spending years as one of Hollywood’s most famous leading men, he’s been sidelined from bigger studio projects, and he says it’s because of his stance on Tibet. “There are definitely movies that I can’t be in because the Chinese will say, ‘Not with him,’” Gere told The Hollywood Reporter. “I recently had an episode where someone said they could not finance a film with me because it would upset the Chinese.”

China is a power player in Hollywood — “You Can’t Make Movies Without China,” The Wall Street Journal declared this week — with the country’s $6.6 billion box-office total last year second only to the United States’. With China’s tight hold on big studio’s purse strings, Gere is now busy with two small budget features: Sony Pictures Classics’ Norman and the Orchard’s The Dinner. The Pretty Woman star says he’s not itching for big blockbusters anyway — first of all he has enough money (“Page Six” reported he’s worth an estimated $45 million), and second of all, in his words, “I’m not interested in playing the wizened Jedi in your tentpole.” So there you have it.