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A Georgia mom is “appalled” after water park employees said she couldn’t breastfeed in a pool.

“I have never in my years of being a breastfeeding mother had one single negative comment made to me about breastfeeding while out in public … but today was a different day,” Tiffany Francis, a mother of two, wrote in a July 14 Facebook post.

Francis explained that she had gone to Rigby’s Water World, an aquatic park in Warner Robins, with her 11-month-old son, Landon, and her 4-year-old daughter, Olivia. Before Landon’s nap, they entered a lazy river so Francis could nurse while they floated in an inner tube, as she often did at Rigby’s.

“He likes motion to sleep,” she explained on Facebook. “He sleeps well in the car or swing so he will also sleep in the lazy river.”

According to Francis, a lifeguard approached her and said, “Ma’am you can’t breastfeed in the lazy river.”

“I kind of laughed because I thought he was just making a joke in very poor taste,” she wrote. “Then he got on the radio and had a lady come and tell me I wasn’t allowed. I was trying to pull the baby off but when (the) baby is latched, he’s latched.”

Francis said the second employee reiterated the breastfeeding rules, so she exited the water with Landon and Olivia to investigate.

“Of course there was nothing stating anything about children, except for (that) babies needed to wear swim diapers (which he was),” she wrote. Francis said she asked to speak to a manager, who told her, “No food or drinks in the water.”

“Imagine all the bodily fluids being excreted into the water but they’re worried about breast milk when the baby was latched, my breast was out of the water, and the milk was only going into baby’s mouth,” she wrote. “But really it wasn’t even about him eating in the water — it was about it making other guests uncomfortable.”

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Georgia mom Tiffany Francis said she was told to stop breastfeeding her 11-month-old son in the lazy river at Rigby’s Water World.Courtesy Tiffany Francis

“I’m just so upset and appalled and wanted to give a heads up to all the other moms out there that this is how breastfeeding moms are treated at Rigby’s Water World,” she wrote.

Francis wrote that she asked Rigby’s for a refund on her $92.99 season pass, which she was denied. She said she left the facility that day in tears.

Francis cited Georgia law which “allows a mother to breastfeed her baby in any location where the mother and baby are otherwise authorized to be.”

Fifty states, including Georgia, allow breastfeeding in public or private places, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures, which states that 31 of those states exclude breastfeeding from public indecency laws.

Francis tells TODAY.com that she often breastfeeds at Rigby’s — including earlier that day in another pool, and no one “batted an eye.”

“I was wearing a one-piece swimsuit and my son’s head covered more of my breast than just my suit did,” she says. “My top was pulled down enough for him to feed but it revealed nothing.”

The mom added that the park was packed with people that day, leaving little option for her to breastfeed elsewhere.

Francis says Steve Brown, vice president of operations at Rigby’s Water World, called her two days later to apologize.

Brown tells TODAY.com that Rigby’s revised its breastfeeding policy within hours of the incident, adding that staff has been re-educated about the law.

“We had a policy in place that didn’t allow breastfeeding in the river that was in line with the health department’s standard on no eating or drinking in the pools,” he says, adding that breastfeeding in other areas of park has always been permitted.

According to the Georgia Department of Public Health‘s rules and regulations for public swimming pools, spas, and recreational water parks, “Bathers shall not be allowed to eat or drink while in or partially in the water.”

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Georgia mom Tiffany Francis called out a local water park for preventing her from breastfeeding in a pool.Courtesy Tiffany Francis

Francis was invited to nurse on the pool deck, he says, preferably in the shade on a lounge chair, and added that she was never asked to leave the water park, departing on her own accord.

“When I was made aware of the law that mothers can breastfeed anywhere they’re allowed to be, we reviewed our policy, reaching out to other experts who operate aquatic facilities,” he says. “From there, we decided to allow our guests to breastfeed in the pools, should they choose.”

Brown said he called Francis to apologize for the “misguided” policy.

“We were under the impression it was a health code violation,” he says. “It was a misunderstanding … it was my mistake to misinterpret the law …. there are different opinions on this issue but we want to comply with the law.”

Brown confirms that Francis will not receive a refund on her seasonal pass, per Rigby’s policy.

“In this case, we didn’t tell (Francis) that she couldn’t come to the park or ask her to leave the park,” he says. “We have not issued a refund because she is more than welcome to return to the park and breastfeed anywhere she chooses.”

Francis says she can’t imagine returning to Rigby’s.

“I don’t know what they expected — for me to lay down while they broke the law?” she says. “‘Especially for something that moms are shamed for all the time.”

A homeless and poor Brandon offers his last $2 to an elderly man in need at the gas station store and inherits his company the next day. Brandon thinks this is the start of a new life for his family, but a powerful enemy wants to take it all away.

Brandon clutched his paper cup with change as he shuffled into the gas station store. He was near an aisle when a loud voice distracted him. He craned his neck and noticed a queue of angry shoppers waiting behind an elderly man who had difficulty hearing.

“I’m sorry, young lady, what did you say about the water being funny?” the elderly man asked the cashier.

“Money!” she groaned. “I said you don’t have enough money, sir!”

“Yes, it was a sunny day!” replied the man with a frown.

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“You need more cash! For the water!” A younger guy standing behind the man grabbed him by the shoulder and yelled into his ears, causing him to recoil.

Brandon noticed everything. He was tempted to step in, but he didn’t want to attract the shoppers’ ire. Meanwhile, the elderly man explained he didn’t have enough cash, asking if he could get a smaller bottle of water as he needed to take his pills.

“If you can’t afford to pay, you’ll have to go!” shouted the cashier.

“I can go?” He smiled and turned to leave, but the cashier lunged across the counter and snatched the water bottle from his hand. “Just get out, old man!” she hissed. “You’re way too much trouble!”

“Yeah, get lost, old fart!” A woman standing in the middle of the queue yelled.

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The elderly man requested that he needed to take his pills, but his pleas fell on deaf ears.

Brandon had had enough. He marched to the cashier and offered to pay for the old guy.

“Have a heart, lady,” he said and emptied his cup on the counter. The woman looked at him in distaste before she counted the money.

“That’ll cover it,” she said, taking all the money, including his last $2. “Now step aside. You’re holding the line.”

Brandon abandoned his can of beans on the counter as he offered the water to the older man.

“Here you go, sir. I got you water,” he spoke slowly and clearly, ensuring the man could see his face if he needed to lip-read. And the man thanked him. They left the store together, and Brandon headed to his tent on the bare patch of ground adjacent to the station, but the man stopped him.

“Wait!”

Brandon turned around.

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“Why did you help me when you obviously needed the money?” asked the older man, noticing Brandon’s tent where Brandon’s eldest daughter was helping her two siblings wash up in a bucket.

“If there’s one thing I’ve learned from being homeless, sir,” said Brandon, “it’s that the world works when people are kind to each other. Sadly, nobody was going to help you at the store.”

“But what are your kids going to eat? I saw you leave the beans on the counter.”

“We have the last of yesterday’s bread, and there’s a good chance I’ll find some scraps at that fast food joint across the street,” Brandon replied. “We’ll get by.”

The man walked away but with a frown. Brandon noticed he got in a gleaming SUV and wondered why a man like him couldn’t afford a bottle of water.

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The next day, while Brandon was dividing cold fries among his three kids, a silver sedan pulled up near his tent. A man in a fancy suit got out and approached him.

“Morning, sir. Mr. Grives’s last wish was for me to deliver this to you,” he said, extending an envelope.

Brandon wiped his hands and took it. There was a letter inside.

“Dear sir,

Yesterday, you proved yourself to be a man of good character when you spent your last few dollars on a bottle of water for me. Your kindness and belief in doing good for others have inspired me to repay your goodness with the greatest gift I can give you: my business.

My time in this world is coming to an end. I have recently become apprehensive about leaving my company to my son, as I’ve come to see that he is a selfish, entitled man with a heart of stone. It would greatly ease my conscience if you inherited the company instead. All I ask is that you ensure my son is taken care of and can continue to live a safe, comfortable life.

However, I must warn you that my son will not readily accept my decision. In fact, he will probably do everything in his power to take control of the business. You will have to be on your guard.”

“Is this some kind of joke?” Brandon looked up at the man.

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The man produced a stack of printed papers and a pen. “Mr. Grives was quite serious. And the moment you sign these papers, it’ll be official. You’ll inherit his company as well as other personal assets.”

“But I just met the guy yesterday. And now he’s dead and leaving me everything?” Brandon asked as he studied the documents. He was no stranger to legalese and had managed several small businesses before he fell on hard times.

“I understand your concerns, sir, but these papers were drawn by the finest lawyers. Mr. Grives was quite clear in his intent. All we need to do is fill in your name, and the lawyers will proceed with the rest.”

This was his chance to provide his kids with a better life, so Brandon signed the documents. Then, the man drove him and the children to their new home.

As they arrived, Brandon stared up at the massive, colonial-style mansion at the top of the driveway.

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“Can we put up a tent under that tree with pink flowers?” little Derrick asked.

“We’re going to live inside that house, silly! Right, Dad?” Kelly asked.

Brandon nodded, although he could barely believe it himself. But the moment he pushed the double doors open, he sensed something was wrong. The house was a mess—a table lay on its side in the hallway, a painting was impaled on the banister, and a closet had been toppled over.

Brandon dumped the luggage on the top step, ran after the car, and told the driver to call 911. A few hours later, he stood among slashed sofas and broken furniture, speaking to the cops.

“We’ve examined the entire perimeter of the house and found no sign of forced entry, sir,” the officer said. “This, combined with the fact that the security system appears to have been overridden using the correct code, suggests that whoever vandalized this place had a legitimate means of gaining entry.”

“Like a key? You’re telling me the person who did this just walked in here?”

“I’d suggest you change the locks, sir,” the officer nodded. “Whoever did this was looking for something and got very angry when they didn’t find it.”

As the cops left, Brandon suspected the elderly man’s son was behind everything.

Paris Hilton showed off her toned legs during Paris Fashion Week.

Fans were amazed by the actress’s great legs and gorgeous physique.

Paris, who is a mom of one, went through abuse in her teens and has been to prison.

Paris Hilton is a successful actress, model, and businesswoman. However, before she held all these titles, the actress used to be rebellious. Paris was raised by parents, Richard Hilton and Kathy Hilton, in New York City and Los Angeles.

The actress said her parents were so strict that it pushed her to be a rebel. She would sneak out and go to parties in New York City. Paris’ parents punished her by taking her cell phone and credit card away, but she still rebelled.

Eventually, Paris’ parents took her to Provo Canyon School, a boarding school in Utah. In her documentary “This Is Paris,” the actress noted that she endured horrific abuse and was constantly bullied at the school.

The school administration didn’t help as they focused more on instilling fear in kids than teaching. The staff would physically abuse, strangle, and hit students. The actress felt like a prisoner in the school, developed panic attacks, and hated life.

Paris Hilton walks the runway during Paris Fashion Week in Paris, France on October 02, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

After her teen years in these schools, Paris had an awakening at 26 when she was sentenced to 45 days in jail for alcohol-related charges and driving with a suspended license. Paris’ sentence was shortened to 23 days due to good behavior.

The actress said she took time in prison to know herself and that she decided to eliminate bad elements and bad friends from her life. She also read letters from fans in prison, meditated, journaled, read the bible, and spoke to other inmates.

Paris said prison was hard, especially when her parents visited her on her first Father’s Day, and she couldn’t even give her dad a hug. When she got out of prison, Paris vowed to change her life. That decision has seen her become the successful woman she is today.

Paris said her priorities shifted ever since she welcomed Phoenix.

The “House of Wax” star is now an incredible model who stuns fans when she walks the runway. On October 2, 2023, during Paris Fashion Week, the icon showcased her long, gorgeous legs in a black mini dress on the runway. The dress, which had a thigh-skimming design, showed off her toned thighs.

Paris catwalked on the runway in simple black heels, with her face showcasing dramatic black eye makeup and her blond hair pushed and held at the back. She also had a small, cute leather bag. The model’s appearance stunned fans, who said she had “good legs” and was “gorgeous.” “Wow, she is very toned,” a fan commented.

Fans were amazed by Paris’ body and legs, which they called “hot” and “beautiful.” “Wow, what legs ❤️ super cute, ” a fan wrote. Fans said Paris’ great legs motivated them to join the gym. “Wow, great legs, Paris Hilton, with all the respect. Look like our Brazilians models,” a fan concurred.

Aside from her professional life, Paris is also a wife and mother. The actress and her husband, Carter Reum, knew each other for 15 years before they started dating. They exchanged vows on November 11, 2021, and welcomed their first child in January 2023.

Paris shared a sweet picture on Instagram announcing the birth of her first child. The model and Carter welcomed their baby via surrogacy. The mom of one said she already loved her baby beyond words when she shared the picture of her son’s hand holding on her finger.

The loving couple named their baby Phoenix Barron Hilton Reum. They shared a cute picture on February 23, 2023, of Paris holding her baby to her chest and Carter kissing his wife’s forehead. The pair have enjoyed beautiful sunsets together, and from their photos are a lovely family.

Paris said her priorities shifted ever since she welcomed Phoenix. Her son is now her priority. The actress said Phoenix had transformed her and that she was “becoming a new person.” “Just feel like this is a whole new phase in my life,” she explained.

The 42-year-old’s heart is so full now that she is a mother. Paris said she is obsessed with her son and called him her “little angel.” The actress said her son is already a great traveler and she can’t wait for him to get a little bigger so that she can take him everywhere.

Artificial intelligence already has a very important place in our society. There are so many great applications of it in daily life, however, it can be used for entertainment purposes as well.

While we can’t show the future with 100% accuracy, AI can still show us something close to what our beloved stars would’ve looked like nowadays.

1. Marilyn Monroe

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2. Diana, Princess of Wales
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3. Steve Irwin
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4. Brittany Murphy

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5. Kobe Bryant
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6. Paul Walker

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7. Heath Ledger

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8. Elvis Presley

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10. Whitney Houston

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11. Robin Williams

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12. Anna Nicole Smith

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13. Cory Monteith
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14. Aaliyah
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15. Bob Marley

he death of a spouse is one of the hardest things you can deal with in life, especially when they pass away relatively young.

John Travolta and his family have been through a couple of very tough years. In 2020, his wife and mother to the couple’s children, Kelly Preston, passed away from breast cancer.

As always, John has focused on being the best father he can be since then.

Through the years, Travolta evolved into one of the greatest actors of the century. Along the way, he met the love of his life, and together they created a wonderful family.

In 1992, following a proposal at the Palace Hotel restaurant in Gstaad, Switzerland the year before, John Travolta married Kelly Preston.

The couple tied the knot on September 5, 1991, in a secret ceremony at the Hotel de Crillon in Paris.

Kelly was born on October 13, 1962 in Honolulu, Hawaii, and like John, she worked in the film industry. She studied acting at the University of Southern California, and in 1985, she started her acting career, appearing in several major movies such as Mischief, Twins, Jerry Maguire, and For Love of the Game.

Preston had some minor television roles during the course of her career as well. In 2018, she starred in the film Gotti, which would be her final film role. In July 2020, Kelly died after being diagnosed with breast cancer.

She was 57.

“On the morning of July 12, 2020, Kelly Preston, adored wife, and mother, passed away following a two-year battle with breast cancer,” a family representative told People at the time.

“She was a bright, beautiful, and loving soul who cared deeply about others and who brought life to everything she touched. Her family asks for your understanding of their need for privacy at this time.”

It turned out that Kelly had kept her diagnosis private. Speaking on the British talk show Loose Woman, her co-star in Off the Rails – which was her last film role – Sally Phillips, said that they didn’t know anything while filming.

“That’s what people do—they go through it on their own because of worries about insurance for the film, and working again afterward,” Phillips said, as reported by the Mirror.

“We’ve had a couple of high profile examples of that recently, haven’t we? Chadwick [Boseman] and Helen McCrory didn’t tell anyone,” she added.

“She fought a courageous fight with the love and support of so many,” Travolta wrote. “Kelly’s love and life will always be remembered.”

John Travolta wrote on Instagram: “My family and I will forever be grateful to her doctors and nurses at MD Anderson Cancer Center, all the medical centers that have helped, as well as her many friends and loved ones who have been by her side. Kelly’s love and life will always be remembered.”

In the same post, Travolta said he would be taking time to be with his family during the mourning process, particularly his children, 22-year-old  Ella and 11-year-old Ben. His first child with Kelly Preston, Jett, died of a seizure at 16.

Travolta and Preston were married for 19 years before her death and had three children together. Less than a year after her death, it’s very understandable that he would not be ready to move on so soon.

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For his part, Travolta isn’t ready to start seeing anyone quite yet.

“John’s had no shortage of friends wanting to set him up and there are a lot of women who would love to go out with him,” an insider told OK! Magazine.

“John is flattered, but he just isn’t interested.

“No one wants to push him because they understand he’s torn between opening himself up to love again and staying single and being the best father he can be. Until John can figure things out, everyone is giving him the space he needs.”

While maintaining a low profile, Travolta opened up about his grieving process in an interview with Esquire Mexico.

“I have learned that mourning someone, mourning, is personal,” Travolta told the magazine. “Mourning is individual and only your own journey can heal you.”

“This is different from someone else’s journey. The most important thing you can do to help another when they are in mourning is to allow them to live it and not complicate it with yours. That’s my experience.”

Travolta is no stranger to grief. In 2009, he suffered an even more tragic death in the family: Jett, his oldest child with Preston, died of a seizure at the age of 16.

Jett was autistic and suffered from Kawasaki disease, and was prone to seizures. His son’s death devastated Travolta.

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Life after Kelly

Today, three years after Kelly’s death, Travolta focuses on his family and being a father. After his wife’s passing, Travolta said he would be taking time from his career to focus on family, and he’s kept true to his word.

One of his most prominent on-screen role in the past year was a Super Bowl commercial, which also starred his daughter Ella. The ad gave Travolta a chance to bust out some of his famous dance moves, and have some fun with his family.

For Ella Bleu, losing her mother was heartwrenching, as it would be for everyone. However, she’s been following in her father’s footsteps in the acting business, and her father has been very supportive over the years.

When Ella, 22, landed a role in a reimagining of Alice in Wonderland named Get Lost, John Travolta bragged about his lovely daughter. Through Instagram, he shared a picture of her daughter dressed as Alice in Wonderland.

“I’m a very proud dad!,” he wrote in the caption.

The 68-year-old single dad also often posts pictures of his blonde-haired son Ben, 11. On Father’s day, the Saturday Night Fever star shared his feeling about being a dad.

’”It’s privilege to be a father. I love you my babies. Happy Father’s Day to everyone,” he wrote alongside photos of his children.

Travolta said that he’s looking to help his kids as much as he can.

“I will ensure the future of my children, help them with what they want to do with their lives,” Travolta said.

“The legacy is created by all the people who have loved and helped me over the years,” he told Esquire. “Life is movement and a journey; what you leave behind in people, I guess that’s your legacy.”

Airport mansion

Recently, John Travolta decided to sell his family vacation home in Maine, where he, the children, and Kelly spent a lot of time together.

Travolta bought the Maine estate in 1991, after his wedding to Kelly. The 10,000-square-foot property went on the market in 2021 for $5 million. It was built in 1903, and the remarkable home includes 20 bedrooms, a beach and open ocean access, and an in-ground pool.

But apparently,  the price tag proved to be too pricey but it’s clear that Travolta wants to let go of their vacation home. In 2022, it went on the market again.

Today, it looks like The Pulp Fiction star spends the majority of his time at his home in Florida. The most famous and spectacular estate owned by Travolta is located in Ocala, Florida. The 550-acre property, with six bedrooms, comes with some very special features – two aircraft runways that lead directly to his front door.

Travolta, a flight enthusiast and certified pilot with the license to fly a 737 airplane, was one of the first to purchase land in the exclusive gated community in 2001.

“We designed the house for the jets and to have at our access the world at a moment’s notice, and we succeeded at that. I was five years old when I fell in love with aviation. This is in my blood”, John Travolta told Australia’s Today.

This summer, he shared a glimpse of his family life as he went globe-trotting with Ella and Ben.

The question is, how long Travolta will keep his beloved aircraft estate, which also includes a banquet hall with seating for up to 400 guests. In 2019, it went on the market for $10.5 million.

Listing agent Bartow McDonald said:

“It’s what’s beyond the runway that makes Jumbolair so special. It is the ability to go anywhere in the world from your backyard.”

We’re so sorry for everything the Travolta family has been through lately, but we’re glad John is doing well and has found some peace in the mourning process.

It is so important to be given the time to grieve and heal. It’s important to be by yourself and it’s also important to be surrounded by special people

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Richard Gere and his wife Alejandra Silva captured hearts and headlines as they gracefully walked the New York street to a gala championing a noble cause. The couple, a blend of Hollywood royalty and Spanish elegance, drew the gaze of many, with some commenting on their looks.

Richard Gere and his wife Alejandra Silva, have taken the internet by storm after they were spotted walking hand in hand in New York. Silva wore an elegant sheer gown with thin straps over the shoulders, supporting the fitted bodice.

Alejandra Silva and Richard Gere at City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic of Motown held at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

Alejandra Silva and Richard Gere at City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic of Motown held at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

It then transitioned into a full, layered tulle skirt. She complemented her look with a pair of open-toe heels and a small clutch. Her hair was styled in loose waves. Gere wore a classic, dark blazer, completing the look with matching suit pants and a crisp, open-neck light-blue shirt.

Alejandra Silva and Richard Gere at City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic of Motown held at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

Alejandra Silva and Richard Gere at City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic of Motown held at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

The footage has since sparked lively discussions among fans. One fan, taken aback by Silva’s youthful appearance, remarked, “I thought that’s his daughter 😊.” Another, seeking clarification, posted, “It’s not his daughter?” The disbelief at the age difference was evident as another user added, “She’s young.”

Alejandra Silva and Richard Gere at City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic of Motown held at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024 in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Alejandra Silva and Richard Gere at City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic of Motown held at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024 in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

However, many comments showed admiration for both Gere and Silva. They praised the couple’s appearance with comments like, “He looks amazing, and so does his wife! Great clip! ” Still, others expressed more pointed sentiments, “That’s a shame” and jesting “Who’s that girl? He needs a woman😂.

The video began with the couple walking hand in hand along a New York City street. It then showed them turning into the building hosting the City Harvest’s Annual Fundraising Gala. The event honors supporters who’ve helped the organization feed people experiencing food insecurity.

Later, the pair joined other celebrities as they posed for pictures. Among the celebrities present at the event were music icon John Legend, his wife Chrissy Teigen, Sandra Ripert, and Eric Ripert, among many others.

Geoffrey Zakarian, Richard Gere, Sandra Ripert, Alejandra Silva, Eric Ripert, Alexandra M. Cohen, Chrissy Teigen, Jilly Stephens and John Legend at City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic of Motown held at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

Geoffrey Zakarian, Richard Gere, Sandra Ripert, Alejandra Silva, Eric Ripert, Alexandra M. Cohen, Chrissy Teigen, Jilly Stephens and John Legend at City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic of Motown held at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

Even though the two are used to Hollywood’s sparkle, their love story started in a quiet spot, far from the celebrity world’s flash and excitement. They met in Positano in 2014, at a hotel Silva was managing.

They reconnected after a friend introduced them. Silva said they felt a strong connection from the first time they looked at each other. “We couldn’t stop looking at each other all night, and since then we haven’t been apart,” she revealed.

And while she was not sure about being with him, Gere was pretty convinced. For the “Pretty Woman” actor, Silva was his forever after. He sent her flowers on the regular to woo her, until she agreed to go on a date with him. Gradually, the actor cleared any doubts Silva might have had in the beginning.

His romantic proposal, in St Paul de Vence in the South of France, only added to their story-book-worthy tale. In 2018, they walked down the aisle in a fairy-tale wedding attended by 39 of their closest family and friends.

Speaking about Silva, Gere revealed he was the happiest man alive to have been married to a beautiful, smart, fun, and patient woman. And the icing on the cake? He says she’s “a great cook, who makes the best salads in the world!”

Gere praised his wife with unending kind words. But the praise was mutual as Silva also felt she’d found the perfect man for her. “I have no words to describe my happiness,” she shared.

She delved into how lucky her husband made her feel each day. She considered him the most generous, sensitive, funny, attentive, and affectionate man she ever met. And the fact that he told her every day how special she was to him further fuelled her affection toward him. “I feel very lucky,” she declared.

Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva attend 'Time Out Of Mind' photocall during 64th San sebastian Film Festival on September 24, 2016 in San Sebastian, Spain | Source: Getty Images

Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva attend ‘Time Out Of Mind’ photocall during 64th San sebastian Film Festival on September 24, 2016 in San Sebastian, Spain | Source: Getty Images

Banderas showed his long-legged blonde girlfriend for whom he left his wife!

This is what the woman who could steal the macho’s heart looks like!

See how she appears in this article!

PREMIOS OSCAR 2023: El look de Antonio Banderas en la gala de los Oscar 2023 | Mujer Hoy

It was back in 2014 that A. Banderas officially announced his relationship with N. Kemper. Interestingly enough, the long-legged beauty is 21 years younger than the legendary actor which, as one can see, failed to prevent them from building a relationship.

There surface rumors according to which the blonde ruined the marriage of Banderas and M. Griffith given the fact that their romance began just after the ex-couple’s scandalous divorce. However, there are those who are more than sure that Nicole had nothing to do with their separation.

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Sidney Poitier, a trailblazing figure in Hollywood renowned for breaking barriers and paving the way for diversity, had a tumultuous personal life until he found solace in his marriage to Joanna Shimkus.

Poitier’s journey to stardom began with his breakthrough role in “No Way Out” and culminated in his historic Oscar win for “Lilies of the Field.”

Yet, it was his role in “The Lost Man” that changed his life forever, leading him to meet his future wife, Joanna Shimkus.

Tragically, Poitier passed away at the age of 94, leaving behind a legacy of achievements and a loving marriage of 45 years to Shimkus. His death certificate cited heart failure, dementia, and prostate cancer as contributing factors.

Throughout their marriage, Shimkus remained Poitier’s steadfast companion and confidante. Their daughters described him not as a star but as a devoted husband and father, whose love and laughter filled their lives with warmth and joy.

Joanna Shimkus, a Canadian actress, married Poitier in 1976 after his divorce from his first wife, Juanita Hardy. Despite their contrasting backgrounds, they built a lasting bond that endured over four decades.

While Shimkus temporarily stepped back from acting to focus on family life, she eventually returned to the screen, driven by her passion for the craft rather than financial necessity.

Poitier and Shimkus, despite facing challenges and rumors of infidelity, maintained a loving relationship characterized by mutual respect and daily expressions of affection.

Shimkus fondly recalled their wedding day, where their daughters played a central role, and emphasized that their interracial relationship was never a point of contention for them.

Meanwhile, Poitier’s illustrious career spanned acting, directing, and producing, earning him numerous accolades, including an honorary Academy Award in 2001 and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009.

In his final years, Poitier cherished moments spent with his extensive family, expressing pride in his daughters and gratitude for the love and support of his wife.

Sidney Poitier’s passing marked the end of an era in Hollywood, but his legacy as a pioneering actor and devoted family man continues to inspire generations.

Hollywood Legacy: Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones’ Children

The Fascinating Lives of Dylan and Carys

Growing up in the limelight as the children of renowned Hollywood actors Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones must be quite an experience.

Dylan Michael and Carys Zeta Douglas’ lives have undoubtedly been exciting, with the media following their growth and development closely. Many have speculated whether they will follow in their famous parents’ footsteps and pursue careers in the entertainment industry.

Carys’ Promising Future

It appears that at least for Carys, the answer is becoming clear. Catherine Zeta-Jones has expressed her desire for both of her children to venture into the world of acting or at least give it a try. In an interview with Hello! Magazine, the 49-year-old actress shared that her son is interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, while her daughter has shifted her interest from becoming a pediatrician to acting.

People are eager to see how both children will develop, especially since they both wish to emulate their parents. Carys, who has been garnering attention for her striking resemblance to her mother, made her runway debut at New York Fashion Week last season, drawing significant media coverage.


Breaking the Silence


Although she has maintained a low profile since then, which is understandable given her young age, Carys recently stepped back into the spotlight alongside her mother. The mother-daughter duo attended the Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda women’s couture event at the New York Metropolitan Opera House, where they were the center of attention. Dressed in coordinated outfits, the pair posed for numerous photos, highlighting their striking resemblance.

Carys is undoubtedly growing into a beautiful young woman, much like her mother, and she seems to have a charming personality to match.

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In Hollywood, a lot of couples don’t manage to make it through the years.

I can imagine it must be challenging to live your life in the public eye while having the world and his wife follow your every step, not to mention the negative comments on social media.

Pierce Brosnan, a well-known actor who frequently co-stars with stunning leading ladies as the ultimate charmer, is frequently described as quite the Casanova. He is a dedicated husband and the ideal family man behind the scenes, though.

We can all hope to have a relationship like that of Bond actor Pierce Brosnan and his wife Keely Shaye Smith, a journalist, novelist, and television host.

After more than a quarter of a century together, the passionate duo still only have eyes for each other. Their marriage shows that despite fame, age, and all the physical changes that accompany it —  true love never dies.

For for 30 years, Pierce and Keely have been each other’s closest friends, confidantes, and lovers. After first meeting at a Mexican bar in 1992, the pair started dating in 1994 and were wed seven years later.

When Keely was assigned to interview Ted Danson, she instead became friends with Pierce.

Their very first date is like anything from a love story.

They “sat down under the stars and he held my hand. There were fireworks going off over our heads, and Kenny Loggins was singing. We talked until 3 in the morning.”

“He was captivating,” Keely explained in 2001.

“Tall, dark and handsome, everything that everybody would immediately be attracted to. He had this mischievous sparkle in his eyes. I thought, ‘Wow! Wow!’”

Pierce immediately knew Keely was something very special.

“I love her vitality, her passion. She has this strength that I wouldn’t be able to live without. When Keely looks at me, I go weak,” he said.

In 2001, Pierce and Keely exchanged vows in Ireland.

The plan was for the couple to get married in 2000, but Pierce’s 16-year-old son was injured in a car accident in the United States before that could happen. He thus sustained a spinal injury, and his father decided to postpone the wedding.

But in the end, Pierce and Keely were married in the majestic Irish stronghold Ashford Castle, fulfilling their dream wedding. The newlyweds had reserved 120 rooms at the fantasy hotel for their close friends and family, but Pierce had paid for a hefty security operation to keep the public and journalists at bay

Raising sons together

The couple has two sons and shares a passion for nature, working to prevent whaling and the destruction of our oceans’ inhabitants.

Pierce and Keely were without a doubt a marriage made in heaven because their two sons were born not long after they began dating.

Since then, Keely has maintained a rigorous work schedule for her own career while simultaneously providing excellent care for the children. Pierce’s children from a previous marriage to Cassandra Harris, who passed away from cancer in 1991, have also been lovingly cared for by Keely.

Weight of Keely Shaye Smith

Keely had a modeling career and had previously worked as an actor before she met Pierce. Keely’s weight has received a lot of attention lately, particularly in gossip publications.

Everyone can probably see that she put on some weight, but who doesn’t when you get a little older? Some media reports say that Keely may have had problems with the thyroid gland, but I think she is radiantly beautiful.

Sadly, Keely is often the target of cruel trolls over her changing shape. Meanwhile, the OO7 star says he still adores his “passionate” wife, who makes him “weak at the knees.”

”I found a great woman in Keely Shaye,” he said. ”Not if I searched a million times over would I find one as good.”

Some tabloids estimated that Kelly gained about 70 pounds after her marriage to Pierce. These speculations have also got people and media to speculate that Pierce would leave his wife. Still, the couple never attracted rumors of cheating and are constantly caught in public kissing and holding hands.

Of course, it’s not easy to handle trolls who have an opinion about Keely’s appearance and fat-shame her. But Pierce has always had his wife’s back, and he often shows his love for her in public – a testament to how much he loves Keely

And it’s also so refreshing to have a woman in Hollywood who doesn’t use surgery to look younger. Keely seems confident in herself, and Pierce loves her wife for who she is.

The years have passed, and the two have changed physically, but the love, respect, and affection they both feel for each other remains the same.

They are not shy about showing their love for each other. Both Pierce and Kelly are active on social media and use Instagram to show their love.

For example, In 2021, Brosnan took to Instagram and wrote a touching post to his wife to celebrate her 58th birthday:

Today a lot revolves around the physical and the material things. That’s why it’s comforting to see how Pierce and Keely’s love is permanent and real.

Throughout his star-studded career appearing alongside some of Hollywood’s most beautiful women, Brosnan preferred to fly his wife to his filming locations so he could devote even more time to her.

“Wherever I went in the world I missed her, and I’d send her tickets to come so we could be together. We just seemed to fit,” he recalls.

Pierce Brosnan has just finished playing the role of Dr. Fate in a sci-fi action movie Black Adam. In this role, the actor plays a superhero and sorcerer in the DC Universe.

However, the 69-year-old actor made sure to keep some things from his personal life the same as his role. He wore his wedding ring and a watch his wife Keely Shaye Smith had gifted to him many years ago.

He explained in an interview saying, “This is our wedding ring and this is a watch that Keely bought me many years ago with an inscription that [reads], ‘Time flies on love’s wings,’” He further added, “I decided to wear it for this character. It seemed appropriate.”

He explained that it was appropriate for his character as he had a wife too, which is why Brosnan decided to keep these personal items on during filming. He said,  “The man [has] traversed the ages of time. He’s one of the most powerful sorcerers in the DC comic book world. He did have a wife called Enza, and she was even more powerful than him I hear.”

His wife was obviously thrilled at the subtle yet sweet tribute her beloved husband gave to her in his latest film project. She said, “I love those emblems, that he took those with him into the superpower, superhero realm.”

I love seeing these two together and wish them many more happy years and beautiful moments; they are a shining example to us all.