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Bullock and Reeves, both 57, first met while filming 1994’s Speed. The two became close friends on set, and one day, while talking about Champagne and truffles, Bullock mentioned that she hadn’t tried them, the actress recalled to Esquire.When Reeves asked, “Really?,” Bullock replied, “Nope, never had ’em,” and the two moved on to another topic — or so Bullock thought. She told the magazine that just a few days later, she was at home painting her nails with her roommate when Reeves pulled up outside on his motorcycle.

When he rang the doorbell, Bullock opened the door only to find a sweet surprise. Reeves had shown up with flowers, Champagne and truffles, she told Esquire.He told her, “I just thought you might want to try Champagne and truffles, to see what it’s like,” and came inside, where he sat on Bullock’s couch while she poured Champagne and cracked open the truffles.Bullock even painted Reeves’ nails, she said, when the actor put his hands out and she gave his nails a coat of black, the same color she had been painting her own.“He’s a listener,” Bullock told Esquire. “And it drives. People. Crazy.”Bullock said Reeves did not hang around too long after dropping off the truffles and Champagne because he had a date to get to. Bullock said her costar’s kind gesture was a prime example of his listening skills.

“That’s what I mean that it drives you crazy,” she told Esquire. “When I first met him, I would spend as much time as I could filling a silence, just to feel comfortable. And the more I jibber-jabbered on, the quieter he would get.“And I thought, I don’t understand what’s happening!,” she continued. “He’s looking at me with eyes of confusion. He’s quiet. Did I say something to offend him? And then a day or two later, he would arrive with a note or a little package, saying, ‘I thought about what you said.’ And he would have his response.”Bullock added, “How many people do you know like that?”Although he surprised her with a romantic gesture that day, Bullock insisted that she and Reeves never dated — although she suggested they could have been a good couple.Bullock also told Esquire she thought that “maybe” she and Reeves “could have survived” as a couple if they had struck up a romance.“Keanu’s a guy who, I feel like, is friends with every woman he’s ever dated,” she explained. “I don’t think there’s anyone who has something horrible to say about him. So maybe we could have survived. I don’t know.”She added, “But we didn’t have to survive anything. We just get to grow up together on parallel roads and tip our hats and meet for a dinner and try to work together. And the longer time goes on, the more in awe I am of the human being.”“Would I have been able to say that if he had dumped me and made me angry? Probably not,” Bullock said.

Michael J. Fox shares heartwarming tribute to wife Tracy Pollan for 35th

On their 35th wedding anniversary, beloved Hollywood couple Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan shared heartfelt tributes to each other, showcasing their enduring love and
“35 years of laughter, living, listening, and loving you. Thank you for it all. Forever yours, Mike.”“Happy anniversary my love. Here’s to many more glorious adventures together.
I could not love you moreSince 1988, Fox and Pollan have been wed, and they have been a steadfast source of love and support for one another for the past 35 years.
Their love story began on the set of “Family Ties” and blossomed further during their collaboration on the movie “Bright Lights, Big City.”They tied the knot on July 16, 1988, and together, they are parents to their son Sam, identical twin girls Aquinnah and Schuyler, and daughter Esmé. However, after only a few years of marriage, Fox received a terrible diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease in 1991.“
]We didn’t know what to expect,” Fox mentioned. “One of the things I’ll always love Tracy for is that at that moment, she didn’t blinkThey continue to cherish each other, listening and being there for one another when needed, while also giving space when necessary.

30 years ago Kidman and Cruise adopted two kids but the actress forgot about them shortly after their divorce.💔😦For the first time in two years photographers captured their grown-up children. 🧐🤔Here they are! 😮

This couple was considered one of the strongest and most beautiful ones in Hollywood. Yet, unfortunately, they didn’t have biological children. It was in 1992 that the actor adopted a girl.

Their adopted son was only 6 when the parents divorced. After their breakup, the trial decided that they both should take responsibilities of their children. But Kidman was always busy acting and traveling and couldn’t take time for them. Here is Isabella now!

Kidman couldn’t keep her children away from the influence of her husband who at that time took great interest in scientology. She couldn’t do anything about that and had no choice but to give up.

It is worth mentioning that the man’s second marriage ended in divorce because of the same reason. Then, Nicole got married to a guitar player and gifted him with biological heirs.

The outstanding actress stopped communicating with her adopted children who have already grown up and have recently been captured for the first time in two years.

Reese Witherspoon and her husband have announced a divorce just two days before their 12th wedding anniversary.

She shared their last family picture on January 1, 2023.

A source has revealed possible reasons for the divorce, which began 18 months before the actress shared the statement.

Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth have mutually decided to end their marriage after eleven years. Following news of their divorce, an insider said the pair are “best of friends.”

The source further stated that Witherspoon and Toth’s decision to dissolve their union was solely amiable as they are both involved parents to their child.

Talent agent Jim Toth and his wife actress Reese Witherspoon attend 2013 Los Angeles Dance Project Benefit Gala on June 20, 2013 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

The pair are family-orientated and intend to make the divorce process less painful for everyone involved. Toth and Witherspoon announced their divorce on March 24, 2023, via an Instagram post writing:

“We have some personal news to share. It is with a great deal of care and consideration that we have made the difficult decision to divorce. We have enjoyed so many wonderful years together and are moving forward with deep love, kindness,, and mutual respect for everything we have created together.”

Their focus now is their son Tennessee and Witherspoon’s two older kids, daughter Ava and son Deacon – whom she shares with her former spouse, actor Ryan Phillippe.

The mother of three and Toth first announced their engagement in December 2010 and later walked down the aisle on March 26, 2011.

The now-estranged couple’s last family social upload was on January 1, 2023. Witherspoon shared a picture of her and Toth with their son posing at the beach during sunset while facing away from the camera.

“Welcoming 2023! Let the sun shine in!” the Academy Award-winning actress and producer captioned the Instagram post.

Witherspoon and Toth marked their 11th wedding anniversary in March 2022, and she commemorated their special day with a sweet tribute online.

The movie star posted a gallery of photos of the pair from throughout the years alongside a caption that read: “Happy Anniversary JT!! 11 years of adventures, love, and laughter. I feel so lucky to share this wonderful life with you.”

The two celebrated Valentine’s Day a month before as Witherspoon shared how they marked the day while wishing her spouse a happy Valentine’s Day.

She penned, “Love my Valentine” on social media while sharing a snapshot of the arrangement of red roses and chocolates, which Toth surprised her with.

“Jim Just Isn’t the Guy Reese Witherspoon Married:” the Reason for the Divorce Revealed
Witherspoon and the talent agent’s divorce news came two days before their 12th wedding anniversary. A friend and colleague of the pair, who has worked closely with them for the past ten years, revealed the move is not as surprising to those close to them.

The insider mentioned that despite Toth and the award-winning actress having amassed great success with their joint business ventures, including selling their production company Hello Sunshine for nearly $1 billion in 2021, they had developed different goals in life.

“It was never if with Reese and Jim but when,” revealed the source, adding the disconnection in their marriage began in late 2021.

It became apparent to those around them that they wanted to live without each other. However, they were still enjoying the celebrations of their massive Hello Sunshine deal that they sold to Candle Media for $900 million.

The deal made Witherspoon and Toth grow apart, and after sealing the agreement, they only focused on raising their 12-year-old son Tennessee. Despite them butting heads occasionally, their child is their priority.

In addition to the deal, the insider disclosed that Toth’s career change five years ago was the biggest factor in his marriage falling apart. He left the agency world and became an investor and an advisor in the production company.

The father of one became a different person, but that does not mean he would struggle to co-parent with the mother of his child. The source further divulged:

“Jim isn’t the guy Reese married and had a son with anymore.”

The booker’s persona, frame of mind, and perspective on life reportedly changed entirely after leaving the agency business world behind him.

The source added after the Pennsylvania native and Witherspoon made so much money from Hello Sunshine and did not know what to do with it, leading them to relook at their life together.

According to the insider, even though Toth would still be a part of Witherspoon’s life while co-parenting, he plans on seeking new opportunities with the money he made from their deal – something he has longed to do for a while.

Arrest, Birth of Child & Love: Inside Their Life of Almost 12 Years
Witherspoon and Toth started dating in January 2010, and they went public with their relationship in March of that same year. They wed in a California wedding ceremony a year later.

Another year later, in September 2012, Toth and the New Orleans native welcomed their only child together, a son named Tennessee. At the time of his arrival, a rep for the “Legally Blonde” star revealed the mother-and-son duo was in good health and that the entire family was delighted at the news.

Witherspoon and Toth have been through ups and downs, including being in trouble with the law. In April 2013, the two were arrested in Atlanta for disorderly conduct and DUI.

The “Big Little Lies” star paid a fine after pleading no contest, while Toth pleaded guilty and was sentenced to community service.

In a statement about the incident, Witherspoon admitted to being heavily drunk, adding she was ashamed of how she conducted herself during her interaction with law enforcement. The Emmy Award winner admitted to being wrong by insulting the police officer who apprehended her and Toth and profusely apologized.

Witherspoon has shown how much she loved Toth over the years by penning heartfelt posts on social media about him. On Valentine’s Day in February 2016, she posted a note he wrote for her that read: “Happy Valentine’s Day, beautiful! I love you! Jim.” In turn, she gushed, “Love my sweet husband!”

The pair posed together for a festive holiday photo for Christmas in December 2022, with the children, Ava, Deacon, and Tennesse, by the Christmas tree.

Friends of Kate Middleton have expressed their concern over the way the Princess of Wales had to go public with her cancer diagnosis. After enduring weeks of conspiracy theories about her wellbeing and whereabouts, Kate decided it was time to address the situation herself. In a heartfelt video released on Friday evening, she shared her heartbreaking news, emphasizing that she wanted to first explain everything to her children.

It’s truly disheartening to see the Princess being subjected to unfounded speculation during such a vulnerable time. Since her hospitalization for a “planned abdominal procedure,” outrageous claims have been circulating about Kate. Finally, the truth is out, and we hope that such distasteful conjecture will come to an end.

In the video, Kate demonstrated her strength and resilience as she bravely announced her cancer diagnosis. She revealed that follow-up tests from her January procedure had detected cancer, although the specific type and stage remain undisclosed. The timing of the video’s release coincided with the end of the school term for her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. This allows the Waleses to spend the Easter break together as a family.

However, reports suggest that Kate’s decision to share her diagnosis was partly influenced by the relentless storm of rumors surrounding her recovery. The Princess has undoubtedly been under intense media scrutiny, but it’s the public’s relentless focus that has burdened her the most. With no recent sightings or public appearances since Christmas, people grew restless, and the lack of information from the Palace only fueled speculation that the royals were hiding something.

Now, Kate’s courageous admission has provided answers to most of the questions the public had, and it is our hope that it will also put an end to the incessant gossip. The Princess’s friends reveal that this was her ultimate goal all along. “Catherine’s message was so honest,” said one close pal. “It’s unfortunate that she had to be so transparent due to all the nonsense that has been circulating. The whole world seemed to be gossiping about her and her family. It was almost as if she had no choice.”

Another friend shared that Kate felt compelled to go public with her cancer diagnosis because of her position as a public figure. “She knows she has a wider leadership responsibility,” they explained. “She also wants to be able to continue with as active and normal a routine as possible.”

As compassionate individuals, we can only hope that the Princess will now be able to focus on her recovery in relative peace.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been married for five years. While it was Harry’s first time walking down the aisle, it wasn’t for Meghan. In fact, many years ago, the actress was married to Trevor Engelson. Though, sadly, it didn’t last and ended in quite a bad way. 

Today, Meghan and Trevor are both happily married. It turns out that the former husband of the Suits star has a staggering net worth, and what he does for work might surprise you.

Not much is really known about Trevor’s life. But, just days ago, a friend of his stepped forward, revealing new things about what happened – and how Trevor got his “revenge” on the Duchess.

While at the beginning of what was to be a successful acting career, Meghan met her first husband, Trevor Engelson. According to IMDb, he was born on October 23, 1976, in Great Neck, Long Island, New York, and attended the University of Southern California’s School of Communications.

WHO IS MEGHAN MARKLE’S EX-HUSBAND TREVOR ENGELSON?

Engelson started as a production assistant in the film business but worked his way up to become a film producer. He’s worked on many projects, including the 2010 film Remember Me, starring Robert Pattinson. His then-girlfriend Meghan Markle had a cameo in his movie early on in her acting career.

Moreover, Engelson has been involved in productions such as License to Wed and All About Steve, and has even acted as executive producer on six episodes of the Heathers television remake. In later years, however, Engelson has had great success with the FX television series Snowfall, which had its sixth and last season earlier this year. It was released on his own management and production company, Underground, with its headquarters in Beverly Hills, California.

According to Grazia, the 45-year-old manages screenwriters, novelists, actors, and film directors in Los Angeles when not on set working with films and television shows.

So, how did Trevor and Meghan Markle meet? According to The Sun, they crossed paths for the first time in 2004. The couple dated for about seven years before marrying in September 2011. Their wedding took place at the Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios in Jamaica and lasted for three days.

According to The Sun, the couple arranged for around 100 guests to attend parties, drinking games at the beach, brunches, and even a wheelbarrow race. The ceremony? Well, that only took 15 minutes.

Meghan Markle, Trevor Engelson
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As mentioned, Meghan was one of the briefcase models on the game show Deal or No Deal. However, according to the author Andrew Morton’s book Meghan: A Hollywood Princess, Trevor wasn’t too keen on seeing her while she was on set.

TREVOR ENGELSON WAS ‘TO BUSY’ TO VISIT HIS WIFE

According to Morton (via Express), Engelson didn’t visit her as other husbands or friends of the models did, which was “unusual.” Apparently, this was because he was occupied with his work as a producer and even skipped out on traveling with Meghan during her downtime because of it.

“They were driven individuals, Trevor was busy, if not more so than his girlfriend,” royal biographer Andrew Morton wrote in Meghan: A Hollywood Princess.

“It was also noticeable that, unlike the boyfriends and husbands of her Deal or No Deal sisters, Trevor never visited Meghan on set.

“It was so unusual that his absence was commented on by the other girls. However, there were plenty of other celebrities, mainly sports stars, who dropped by, some clearly trying to get up close and personal with the girls,” he added.

In 2011, the same year Meghan and Trevor married, Meghan Markle debuted on the television series Suits. It was an instant success, and not long after, she moved to Toronto as the show was mainly filmed there.

Meghan Markle, Trevor Engelson
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Meghan landed the role just months before she married Trevor, and having to take a five-hour flight to see each other became an obstacle for married life. They stayed connected through video calls, but it didn’t solve the challenging situation.

“Whether she wanted to admit it to herself or not, Meghan who once said she couldn’t imagine life without Trevor by her side, was now building a new world for herself,” Andrew Morton wrote in Meghan: A Hollywood Princess.

MEGHAN MARKLE ALLEGEDLY POSTED HER WEDDING RING TO TREVOR ENGELSON

“As Toronto was becoming more her home than LA, the dynamics in their relationship subtly altered.”

Markle stayed on Suits for more than 100 episodes until 2018. But by 2013, she and Trevor Engelson had divorced. The couple cited “irreconcilable differences” at the time.

At a later stage, Markle’s half-brother Thomas told Express that Trevor “worshipped the ground she walked on.”

“Trevor was devastated at the split,” an insider told The Sun in 2017.

“She suddenly had no more time for him. Meghan broke Trevor’s heart, pure and simple. He is still in love with her and so the revelation of her new relationship with Harry has hit him hard.”

Royal biographer Andrew Morton suggested that the split shocked Trevor – and that Meghan even posted her engagement and wedding rings to him as a sign that their marriage had ended.

Meghan Markle
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“As Toronto was becoming more her home than LA, the dynamics in their relationship subtly altered. She was her own woman now, earning a steady income, making new friends on set and off, no longer dependent on her husband’s connections.”

SEPARATED IN 2013

Indeed, the spit between Meghan and Trevor seems to have been quite dramatic. Meghan’s former childhood friend Nikki Priddy and author Lady Colin Campbell seem to think so, in any case.

In the book Meghan and Harry: The Real Story, Campbell wrote that after moving to Toronto, Meghan began hanging out with celebrities, including celebrity stylist Jesica Mulroney.

It led the former Suits star to distance herself from her then-husband.

“Trevor had always been laidback where she was controlled and controlling,” Lady Colin Campbell wrote.

“He would arrive for appointments slightly late and disheveled, his shirt out of his trousers and maybe a spot of food on his lapel, while the perfectly contained and self-possessed Meghan was always immaculately turned out.”

Meghan Markle and Trevor Engelson went their separate ways in 2013. So what happened after that? We know what Meghan went on to do, but for Trevor, even though he still is in the spotlight as a well-known producer, he didn’t appear in any interviews or made headlines.

After splitting from Meghan, Trevor dated Bethenny Frenkel, known from Real Housewives of New York.

Trevor Engelson
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In an interview with the Australia Kyle and Jackie O Show in April 2018, she revealed that they were dating – and knew about his history with Meghan.

“I met him in Chicago, and we were supposed to go out, and I ended up seeing him one time, and he’d been texting me. He’s a producer in LA. He told me that he was married before, he’s divorced [now]. He was married to this girl named Meghan Markle from the TV show Suits.”

THIS IS TREVOR ENGELSON TODAY – WIFE, CHILDREN

“We bypassed the romantics and went into the business,” she added. “But I don’t know there’s something there. There’s something salacious about doing a TV project with Meghan Markle’s ex.”

Even though it had been some years since he and Meghan split, something appeared still present. In 2017, Fox reported that Engelson was to be a co-producer on a show about a man who must share custody of his child – after his ex-wife married a British prince.

The second part seems quite familiar, right? According to Deadline at the time, “the lead characters are not based on Markle or Engelson.” Until this day, the show has not gotten past any pilot viewing.

Engelson and Frankel didn’t last. However, not long after, Meghan’s ex-husband found the love of his life.

Four years after splitting from Meghan, he began dating Tracey Kurland. The couple tied the knot on May 11, 2019 – a little more than a year after Harry and Meghan’s grand wedding at St George’s Chapel.

Although Harry and Meghan have earned themselves a lot of money through their Netflix deal and the inheritance from Harry’s mother and Meghan’s previous jobs, the Duchess isn’t anywhere close to how much Trevor and his wife have in the bank.

Trevor Engelson
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Tracey Kurland’s father made around $500 million in the mortgage industry. Sadly, he passed away in 2021. At the time, reports suggested that Tracey inherited around $250 million.

MEGHAN CRUSHED HIM WHEN SHE DEMANDED A DIVORCE, FRIEND SAYS

Since tying the knot, the couple have welcomed two daughters: Ford Grace Engelson, born in August 2020, and Sienna Lee Engelson, born in November 2021.

The way Meghan and Trevor’s marriage ended was., of course, not what any of them wanted. They have never really spoken about what happened. However, a friend of Trevor, who’s chosen to be anonymous, now reveals that Meghan’s former husband was absolutely devastated afterward.

However, today, the friend says, he has gotten his “revenge:”

“For a long time, things were difficult for Trevor. He’s a good guy, but Meghan crushed him when she demanded a divorce. When she took up with Prince Harry, he was crushed all over again because he was constantly reminded of her because of the publicity around the marriage and then the drama of the Oprah interview. But that’s all in the past now,” the friend told the Daily Mail.

“When I saw him recently, he kept going on about how he’s the happiest he’s ever been, how he loves being a dad, and how he’s never felt more fulfilled.”

Engelson’s friend added, “Everyone in Trevor’s life knows not to mention the ‘M’ word. He’s moved on and, in some ways, you could say he’s having an even better life than Meghan. He probably has more money than she does now; he’s doing what he loves, and he’s out of the spotlight. It’s the ultimate revenge.”

According to the Daily Mail, Trevor Engelson and his wife live in a “wealthy” Los Angeles neighborhood. He is said to “adore” his wife and children, and when he’s with them, he “never stops smiling,” his friend told the news outlet.

  • Matthew McConaughey saw his father as his “hero” despite their difficult and often complicated relationship.
  • After his father’s death, McConaughey grieved him a lot. He assumed responsibility for his widowed mother by moving to her state before completely taking her into his own home to live with him.
  • Recently, his mother revealed to him that there’s a possibility his dad is not his biological father. She then reveals she once had an encounter with Woody Harrelson’s dad, making it possible that they’re siblings.

Matthew McConaughey’s childhood was like many other kids in America. He had to deal with the pains of growing up and had a strict father who disciplined him whenever he did something wrong.

Despite everything he and his dad went through, Matthew wanted nothing more than to please him. He had a fear of letting his dad down, and this fear helps him become the man he aspires to be.

“He’s my hero,” he once admitted. However, the admiration the actor has for his dad also comes with some pointers on what he doesn’t want to be. Matthew’s parents often fought when he was younger, and it would get violent.

His parents, Mary Kathlene McCabe and Jim McConaughey, were married thrice and divorced twice. When it comes to his own marriage to Camila Alves, he doesn’t plan on following the same path as his parents once did when it came to the way they handled their marriage.

The actor noted how his parents were violent at times and likened it to “the pacific ocean in a storm,” he described. However, one thing he doesn’t deny is the amount of love he and his brothers received growing up despite their chaotic household.

Whenever their parents scolded one of the McConaughey brothers, they always made sure not to end the day on a bad note. The difficult moments were always overpowered by the good times, especially the love and the humanity that their parents showed them.

After punishing one of their children, the disciplinarian parents would always try to make it up to them. They’d go to their favorite diner and have dinner together, making sure nobody went to bed angry.

Most of Matthew’s time was spent with his mother, making him a self-proclaimed mama’s boy. His dad worked hard to make a living around town, so he wasn’t as present in Matthew’s life as compared to his brothers.

His brothers saw his dad more often on a daily basis which meant he was able to do father-and-son stuff like coach them and take them places. Matthew didn’t have this growing up, but that didn’t mean his father wasn’t a stable presence in his growing-up years.

Meanwhile, Matthew and his wife Camila have chosen a different approach to marriage. The actor rarely raises his voice at his wife – he doesn’t even remember the last time he did!

They’ve also chosen a more gentle approach to parenting, where they have open conversations with their kids about discipline. This is something Matthew could only imagine because he grew up in a “because I said so” environment with his own parents.

He and Camila also choose to have a more stable, peaceful kind of love, growing together instead of growing apart like his parents. Growing up, Matthew didn’t know about his parents’ divorces.

During one divorce, everyone thought his mom was on an extended vacation to Florida until she later revealed they were actually divorced. During that “extended vacation,” she met Woody Harrelson’s dad.

Livingston Alves McConaughey, Camila Alves, Levi Alves McConaughey, honoree Matthew McConaughey, Vida Alves McConaughey, and Kay McConaughey attend the 2019 Texas Medal Of Arts Awards at the Long Center for the Performing Arts on February 27, 2019 in Austin, Texas.| Source: Getty Images

Livingston Alves McConaughey, Camila Alves, Levi Alves McConaughey, honoree Matthew McConaughey, Vida Alves McConaughey, and Kay McConaughey attend the 2019 Texas Medal Of Arts Awards at the Long Center for the Performing Arts on February 27, 2019 in Austin, Texas.| Source: Getty Images

Matthew McConaughey rose to fame in the 1990s on the cult classic “Dazed and Confused.” The movie catapulted him to stardom, and for eight consecutive years, he had successful romantic-comedy movies under his belt.

Personally, these romantic comedies weren’t fulfilling for him. So, he took a hiatus for two years before coming back to star on hits that he resonated with. From HBO’s “True Detective,” to “The Wolf of Wall Street,” to “Dallas Buyers Club,” he took on artistic roles that showcased his stellar acting prowess.

Matthew McConaughey (C), his wife Camila Alves (L) and his mother Mary Kathlene McCabe (R) attend the premiere of "The Beach Bum" during the 2019 SXSW conference and Festivals at the Paramount Theatre on March 9, 2019 in Austin, Texas. | Source: Getty Images

Matthew McConaughey (C), his wife Camila Alves (L) and his mother Mary Kathlene McCabe (R) attend the premiere of “The Beach Bum” during the 2019 SXSW conference and Festivals at the Paramount Theatre on March 9, 2019 in Austin, Texas. | Source: Getty Images

Jim McConaughey’s Sudden Death

When Matthew and his brothers were younger, their father would tell them how he’d one day die. In true Jim McConaughey fashion, it somehow became a reality for him.

Jim passed away while he was in bed with his wife. Matthew got the dreaded call from his mom, and he froze. Speaking about the moment he found out, he said:

“My knees buckled. I couldn’t believe it. He was my dad. Nobody or nothing could kill him. Except for mom. He’d always told me and my brothers, ‘Boys, when I go, I’m gonna be makin’ love to your mother.’”

Matthew McConaughey looks on before kickoff between the Texas Longhorns and Iowa State Cyclones on October 18, 2014 at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. | Source: Getty Images

Matthew McConaughey looks on before kickoff between the Texas Longhorns and Iowa State Cyclones on October 18, 2014 at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. | Source: Getty Images

Referencing his memoir “Greenlights,” Matthew said that Jim’s death was a “red light,” and it took him a while to move on. When he began to cope, however, many other “green lights” entered his life.

Matthew made sure to be available to his mom after his dad passed away. He moved his family to Austin, Texas, so that they could be closer to her, and eventually, she moved in with them.

While Matthew and his wife have taken primary responsibility for his mom Kay’s everyday life, his two brothers make sure to visit her as often as possible. Kay has adjusted to life with Matthew and his family and is enjoying herself quite a lot.

When it comes to Camila adjusting to life with Kay, it’s been quite an uncomplicated adjustment. Camila tries to engage her as much as possible, making her join in on the kitchen and helping her around the house.

With Kay already 91 years old, she wants nothing more than to be close to the people who matter to her most – her family. During her 90th birthday, her only wish was to be with her three sons. Matthew made sure that happened, and they rang in her birthday with a family celebration.

Matthew McConaughey and His Relation to Woody Harrelson

Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson first met in the late 1990s on “EDtv.” They were doing a wardrobe test, and Matthew remembers his co-star showing up in a full bike outfit.

Matthew revealed that one time, while Matthew was in Greece with his family and with Harrelson, his mom said: “Woody, I knew your dad.”

After the movie, they worked together on HBO’s “True Detective” and remained good friends through the years. However, a revelation by Matthew’s mom might change their relationship from good friends to brothers.

While guesting on Kelly Ripa’s “Let’s Talk Off Camera” podcast, Matthew revealed that one time, while Matthew was in Greece with his family and with Harrelson, his mom said: “Woody, I knew your dad.”

The way his mom put an emphasis on the word “knew” made him curious about how exactly she and Harrelson’s dad were connected. What they discovered blew their mind.

Through the years, McConaughey and Harrelson were always told they looked alike. They’ve been mistaken for one another multiple times, and so they wondered if there was any possibility they were related.

Even their families are already interconnected. They have a “bromance” where Harrelson’s kids call Matthew “Uncle Matthew,” and Matthew’s kids call Harrelson “Uncle Woody.”

McConaughey and Harrelson discovered that during Kay’s second divorce from Jim, Harrelson’s dad was on furlough. They might have connected somewhere in west Texas, where they could have had a moment.

The interesting story makes a great show, and that’s exactly what’s coming for fans of both actors. They’re set to star on an Apple TV+ comedy show titled “Brother from Another Mother,” where they play fictional versions of themselves living together in Texas.

While at first glance there is no harm in taking a DNA test to find out once and for all if they’re brothers, it’s not an easy decision to make for McConaughey, who might have to deal with the discovery of his dad not actually being his biological father.

Woody Harrelson chums with Matthew McConaughey at the table in a scene from the film 'Edtv', 1999. | Source: Getty Images

Woody Harrelson chums with Matthew McConaughey at the table in a scene from the film ‘Edtv’, 1999. | Source: Getty Images

“It’s a little harder for me because he’s asking me to take a chance to go, ‘Wait a minute, you’re trying to tell me my dad may not be my dad after 53 years of believing that?’” he said.

Despite many people urging him to take the test, McConaughey hasn’t made a final decision. Instead, he’s taking things one day at a time and working on his projects.

Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey attend the HBO Winter 2014 TCA Panel at The Langham Huntington Hotel and Spa on January 9, 2014 in Pasadena, California. | Source: Getty Images

Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey attend the HBO Winter 2014 TCA Panel at The Langham Huntington Hotel and Spa on January 9, 2014 in Pasadena, California. | Source: Getty Images

Apart from Matthew’s acting career, his main priority is raising his children well alongside his wife Camila. They recently volunteered for a good cause in France, where they cooked, cleaned, and served with their proud mom.

Friends of Kate Middleton have expressed their concern over the way the Princess of Wales had to go public with her cancer diagnosis. After enduring weeks of conspiracy theories about her wellbeing and whereabouts, Kate decided it was time to address the situation herself. In a heartfelt video released on Friday evening, she shared her heartbreaking news, emphasizing that she wanted to first explain everything to her children.

It’s truly disheartening to see the Princess being subjected to unfounded speculation during such a vulnerable time. Since her hospitalization for a “planned abdominal procedure,” outrageous claims have been circulating about Kate. Finally, the truth is out, and we hope that such distasteful conjecture will come to an end.

In the video, Kate demonstrated her strength and resilience as she bravely announced her cancer diagnosis. She revealed that follow-up tests from her January procedure had detected cancer, although the specific type and stage remain undisclosed. The timing of the video’s release coincided with the end of the school term for her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. This allows the Waleses to spend the Easter break together as a family.

However, reports suggest that Kate’s decision to share her diagnosis was partly influenced by the relentless storm of rumors surrounding her recovery. The Princess has undoubtedly been under intense media scrutiny, but it’s the public’s relentless focus that has burdened her the most. With no recent sightings or public appearances since Christmas, people grew restless, and the lack of information from the Palace only fueled speculation that the royals were hiding something.

Now, Kate’s courageous admission has provided answers to most of the questions the public had, and it is our hope that it will also put an end to the incessant gossip. The Princess’s friends reveal that this was her ultimate goal all along. “Catherine’s message was so honest,” said one close pal. “It’s unfortunate that she had to be so transparent due to all the nonsense that has been circulating. The whole world seemed to be gossiping about her and her family. It was almost as if she had no choice.”

Another friend shared that Kate felt compelled to go public with her cancer diagnosis because of her position as a public figure. “She knows she has a wider leadership responsibility,” they explained. “She also wants to be able to continue with as active and normal a routine as possible.”

As compassionate individuals, we can only hope that the Princess will now be able to focus on her recovery in relative peace.

Clint Eastwood rose to indelible fame in the 60s after appearing in “Dollars Trilogy” as the man with no name. Since then, he has acted and directed numerous other films, and despite his advanced age, he still has not hung his acting coat.

While the “Changeling” actor is famous for his decades-long work in the industry, he is also known for his numerous public romances. In his tenure, the actor has been with many women, with all his romantic ventures ending up in breakups.

He has had many serious and casual relationships, which have varied in intensity and length with some overlapping. But who are these women who fell for his charms?

Eastwood first dated model Maggie Johnson in 1953. Unfortunately, despite their marriage lasting thirty years, they divorced in 1984. Nevertheless, their marriage was not all roses.

In between their thirty-year union, Eastwood had many other flings and forbidden romances with the likes of stuntwoman Roxanne Tunis between 1959 and 1973.

After ending his affair with Tunis, he met model Sondra Locke, and the two began living together in 1975. Nine years into their cohabiting situation, Eastwood officially divorced Maggie Johnson. However, during his relationship with Locke, he also dated flight attendant Jacelyn Reeves.

In the early to mid-1990s, Eastwood had a relationship with actress Frances Fisher. In 1996, the “Unforgiven” actor married his second wife, Dina Ruiz. Of all his relationships and marriages, Eastwood thought Ruiz was the woman who would truly make him settle down for good. He told The Independent, as ABC News reports:

“As far as I’m concerned, this is the woman I like monogamy with.”

Sadly, the couple split up in 2013 after 17 years of marriage. However, Eastwood would meet hotel restaurant hostess Christina Sandera a year later, and the two have been together since.

Meet the Girlfriend He Loves but Will Not Marry

After his numerous failed relationships, Eastwood was lucky to find love again with Christina Sandera, 33 years his junior. For the first time, Eastwood chose to date someone that did not share his fame and constant spotlight.

Eastwood and the vivacious blonde met at Eastwood’s Mission Ranch Hotel, where Sandera worked as a hostess. They fell in love shortly after meeting in 2014 and have been together since.

While she was once involved in a messy divorce with her ex-husband, one that included domestic violence claims, there hasn’t been much drama in her life since she started dating Eastwood. The lovebirds are just over nine years of dating, and Sandera has won over the Eastwood children’s hearts. An insider told Closer Weekly:

“He’s truly happy with her. She’s fun and easygoing, and his kids like her, too. She’s on an even keel like he is.”

However, despite the mutual love and respect they share, Eastwood has openly declared that he won’t be officially marrying Sandera because, as a source would disclose, “Clint doesn’t see any point in marrying again. He loves Christina, but marriage isn’t something he needs.”

Where Does Eastwood Call Home?

Unlike many Hollywood stars who choose to make Los Angeles their home, the “Cry Macho” star decided to live “out there when he’s got all those acres.” He made the Mission Ranch, Carmel, his home and lives there with his girlfriend.

The ranch, built in early 1850, was almost falling apart when Eastwood purchased it. He has since done numerous renovations on the property, boasting thirty-one luxurious guest rooms, a renovated restaurant and bar, and the most scenic views in California. It also has a workout room and a tennis court.

But the ranch is not just someplace the actor found and purchased. When he was 21, and a recruit at the nearby Fort Ord, he was looking to grab a quick, cheap meal and a soda when he came across the ranch. However, it was not the breathtaking place it is today.

Before becoming a lowkey restaurant and hotel, it was a dairy farm and the Fort Ord officers’ club. And when he saw the place, he thought he’d like to make it his home. He recalled: “The first time I saw the place, I thought it was terrific. Visually it was something else, and I thought it was the place I’d like to call home. So I kind of adopted Carmel.”

After becoming a big movie star, he returned, bought the ranch, and began renovating the property, making it a home for himself and those who wished to take several days off their busy schedules to enjoy the scenery. It is also crucial to note that Eastwood was once the Carmel town mayor.

In the 80s, Eastwood wanted to renovate a different property he owned, but the city council denied him permission. Realizing that many other residents had the same problem, he took the City Council to court and won. A year down the line, he ran for mayor, winning by a landslide.

The ranch holds numerous memories for Eastwood. It was where he directed his first movie and fell in love with the place. In 1980, the property was about to be torn down to pave the way for another irksome condominium development. Luckily, Eastwood swooped in, and, after parting with $5 million, he became the new owner. He shared:

“I had always loved the place, and they were just going to flatten it. They said it was obsolete. I thought it should be preserved as what it was.”

He has since done numerous renovations and developments around the ranch, putting up a “seedy refuge for traveling salesmen and illicit couples.”

The ranch features lush wetlands, a dramatic view of the sea, the beach’s gleaming curve, and the rocky Monterey coastline. There are also assorted farm animals on the ranch, including sheep, goats, and horses.

As one drives into the property, one can see old buildings that have been redone to become hotel structures surrounded by beautifully tended flowers, with cypress and eucalyptus trees shading the area.

The restaurant is a vast, bustling place with an active bar. A night at one of the ranch’s guest houses dawns into beautiful views of the Carmel River and a sandy beach.

Although the “Mystic River” actor is famous and a familiar figure, not only at the ranch but also in Carmel town, he prefers a more reclusive and private life. He describes himself by saying:

“I’m not the jolly host type.”

Those that know him in person say he is often eager to heap praises on others while he happily downplays his numerous achievements.

Eastwood Is Not Slowing Down

Eastwood hit the 93-year mark in May 2023 but is not slowing down. He directed and acted in his latest film, the 2021 “Cry Macho,” and reflected on his age and legacy, saying:

“I don’t look like I did at 20, so what? That just means there are more interesting guys you can play.”

In 2019, when appearing on “The Ellen Degeneres Show,” Eastwood recalled how as a kid, he would hang out with his 90-year-old grandfather and often wondered to himself who would want to live that long. Ellen hilariously replied, amid a burst of laughter from the crowd:

“Turns out you do!”

The nonagenarian, despite his age, is still working. He told Ellen that even as a looming fire consumed the hill near his office and everyone else had been evacuated, he still went in and continued working, never once intending to stop.

Clint Eastwood’s Life Now

Despite his age, Eastwood has not stopped working. He has been captured severally on the set of a movie he is currently working on.

He has been spotted filming in downtown Savannah, and during this time, many fans have run into the legendary actor and shared wonderful stories about their encounters.

The actor has met many of his fans on his off days, enjoying a meal and the local restaurants. One that he filmed and eventually ate at with his crew was La Scala, and the manager, Elena Hugley, was ecstatic to see him walk in.

Hugley described her pleasant encounter with him and said, “He was just very quiet, very sweet, very humble. Every once in a while, he would throw out a funny joke that no one expected, which was hilarious.”

The photo that Hugley shared with Eastwood warmed a lot of fan’s hearts. “Priceless photo,” gushed a commenter, and another one praised him for being a “living legend” and one of the “all-time greatest” actors.

Eastwood has reportedly been working on the film “Juror #2,” which follows a high-profile murder. According to one of the people who helped cast a few extras for the film, Bill Marinella, this was not the first time the actor visited Savannah.

He was also there while directing “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil,” and having him back there in his element has been exciting and overwhelming for many of his fans.

Although fans have loved seeing Eastwood back in action, they have also been worried that the actor looked “frail with old age” but still hoped he lived till he was a hundred.

Others also worried about “The Mule” star’s health, and whether it still allowed him to work at this rate. Fans of Eastwood would also love for someone to invent technology to reverse his age so the world does not lose the legend.

Another commenter added, “Clint looks so thin and haggard these days, but for 93, he’s still going strong,” while others thought he had lost weight. “So sad,” reiterated another fan. Despite fans’ concerns, Eastwood continues making magic on screen.