Hollywood couples Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman, and Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso were among the stars who attended this year’s Met Gala. Their matching looks garnered strong reactions from the public. While some were unimpressed with how the couples looked, others showered them with compliments.

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Luciana Barroso and Matt Damon at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Nicole Kidman at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Luciana Barroso and Matt Damon at the 2024 Met Gala Celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Luciana Barroso at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Luciana Barroso and Matt Damon at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Keith Urban at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Much like how fashion critics were unafraid to express their opinions on Urban and Kidman’s looks, many did the same when it came to Damon and Barroso. “Anna should ban him from the Met Gala for wearing that 🤡🤮,” stated an Instagrammer.

Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Continuing to speak on the event’s dress code and how the couple chose to incorporate it into their outfits, another social media user expressed, “There needs to be a rule about not letting people in who aren’t incorporating the theme.”

Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

“You have this much money and you wore this? 😡” questioned another unimpressed Instagrammer. Remarking on the minimalistic nature of Barroso and Damon’s looks, another person said, “Great… a little too simple for the MET… 🤷‍♀️.” “How boring,” remarked another.

Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

However, in contrast to the aforementioned comments, others complimented Damon and his wife. “I love this couple. They always look happy together,” swooned a fan. Another admirer praised, “Love the minimalism omg. I wanna see more like this 😘.”

Luciana Barroso and Matt Damon at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

From the varying comments posted by onlookers and fans alike, it’s clear that this year’s Met Gala has caused a commotion on online platforms. From Kidman’s extravagant gown to Barroso’s chic and simple gown, and both of their husbands’ elegant suits, many stars continue to provoke conversations with their Met Gala looks.

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman at the 2024 Met Gala celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York City on May 6, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Much like how Nicole Kidman, Urban, Damon, and Barosso garnered varying reactions from spectators, Jennifer Lopez sparked a flurry of strong opinions from social media users concerning her Met Gala ensemble.

Attending as one of the co-chairs of the Spring 2024 exhibit, the 54-year-old was a show-stopper while posing for pictures at the event. Lopez wore a gorgeous, slightly sheer couture gown designed by the iconic fashion house of Schiaparelli, which was adorned with crystal embellishments and showcased her curvy figure.

Jennifer Lopez posing for a picture in her Schiaparelli gown, posted on May 7, 2024 | Source: Instagram/marielhaenn

She complemented her ensemble with pristine silver jewels including dangling earrings, rings, and an extravagant diamond necklace. With the beautiful dress as her look’s main focal point, Lopez opted for neutral makeup.

A close-up of the Tiffany & Co. jewels Jennifer Lopez wore for the Met Gala, posted on May 7, 2024 | Source: Instagram/marielhaenn

Lopez used a combination of brown, pink, and caramel tones, and cheekbone bronzer with glossy lips. Complementing the look, she fashioned her hair into a top knot bun, leaving only a few wisps of hair loose to frame her face. The “Can’t Get Enough” artist’s appearance garnered a lot of attention from the public.

“The hair and makeup is terrible! She looks tired,” wrote an unimpressed social media user. In response to this comment, another person said, “It looks like she tossed up a messy bun after a day at the beach.”

Jennifer Lopez posing for a picture at the Met Gala, posted on May 7, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jlo

Similarly, someone on Facebook commented, “Love the dress but this looks like my everyday mom bun 😂.” Continuing to criticize her hair and makeup, another user expressed, “That highlighter on the inner eyes is only highlighting the wrinkles under her eyes! First time I’ve ever noticed them. She has great makeup artists so????”

Jennifer Lopez posing for a picture at the Met Gala, posted on May 7, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jlo

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“Lookin like Jenny did her own hair and makeup […] too old for see thru,” reprimanded a social media user. “What’s going on with the hair? Love everything else,” pondered another person.

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Commenting on her dress, someone else chastised, “She’s beautiful but dress decent it’s getting old and so is she, wonder what her kids will think when [they are] older.” Referring to Lopez’s overall look, another simply noted, “No class,” while someone else stated, “That neck don’t lie.”

Although many criticized Lopez’s appearance, what may not be appreciated is the amount of work that went into its conception. According to fashion designer Mariel Haenn, the star’s gown “took over 800 hours of work” to make.

Designed by using four enlarged butterfly wings to make up the dress’ entire surface area, in addition to using “2,500,000 silver foil bugle beads,” the inspiration behind the dress was the butterfly.

• From poverty to prodigy: This star’s journey began in a tough neighborhood.
• He earned global success and has won multiple Grammys and an Oscar.
• After living in a poor neighborhood, this public figure now resides in a mansion worth millions.

A portrait of the child prodigy | Source: YouTube/WatchMojo

The child prodigy and his mother | Source: YouTube/WatchMojo

A photo of the child prodigy | Source: YouTube/WatchMojo

Eminem at the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards on September 9, 1999 | Source: Getty Images

Debbie Mathers during a portrait session at her house in September, 2005 in Detroit, Michigan. | Source: Getty Images

Eminem during 2004 MTV European Music Awards at Tor di Valle on November 18, 2004 in Rome, Italy. | Source: Getty Images

Elton John and Eminem end their duet performance at the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center on February 21, 2001 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Pictures of Eminem from childhood | Source: YouTube/WatchMojo

Eminem pictured behind the wheel driving around his hometown Detroit | Source: YouTube/WatchMojo

Eminem’s former childhood home | Source: YouTube/WatchMojo

Eminem’s arriving at his childhood home | Source: YouTube/WatchMojo

The vacant abode had been up for auction through the Michigan Land Bank for months before the fire. It had a minimum bid of $1 million at the time.

Eminem’s outside his former childhood home | Source: YouTube/WatchMojo

The home that the Mathers family once lived in no longer stands to date. The State of Michigan demolished the property at 19946 Dresden on Detroit’s east side in November 2016.

Eminem’s mother Debbie Mathers during a portrait session outside her house in September, 2005 in Detroit, Michigan. | Source: Getty Images

Eminem’s narrative is punctuated by personal trials, from brutal encounters that could have ended fatally to a childhood disrupted by constant mobility and family disputes.

Such encounters were not isolated, but rather part of a pattern of hostility that shaped his perspective and lyrical themes. Eminem’s ability to survive and reflect on these experiences contributed to the authentic, gritty realism that characterizes his music.

Eminem performs onstage during the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center on January 31, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

In a July 2000 interview, the world-famous star commented on his childhood, saying, “Whenever something good happens, the bad always follows. That’s the story of my life since the day I was born.”

Eminem has since rose to worldwide fame. His breakthrough came on the MTV debut with the 1999 release of “My Name Is” It captured the nation’s attention not only because of his unique voice in rap but also due to the stark authenticity and rawness he brought to the genre.

Eminem, 50 Cent, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg at the star ceremony where Dr. Dre is honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on March 19, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

His debut album, “The Slim Shady LP,” quickly earned critical acclaim, setting the stage for a career that would see him become one of the most influential figures in hip-hop.

Eminem’s influence extended beyond music; the term “stan,” popularized by his song of the same name, was added to the Oxford English Dictionary. The word “stan” is defined as an overzealous or obsessive fan of a particular celebrity.

Eminem attends a ceremony honoring Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on January 30, 2020 in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

Despite the turbulence that marked his rise to fame, Eminem has accumulated prestigious awards. Known as one of the best-selling artists, his accolades include multiple Grammys, Billboard Music Awards, and an Academy Award.

Eminem accepts a Grammy for Best Rap Album at the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center on February 21, 2001 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Eminem accepting his Grammy Awards at the 45th Annual Grammy Awards at Madison Square Garden on February 23, 2003 in New York City, New York. | Source: Getty Images

Additionally, the “Not Afraid” hitmaker has also built considerable wealth through shrewd real estate investments. These properties not only reflect his financial success but also a life far removed from his modest beginnings.

Eminem’s foray into the luxury real estate market began in 2003 when he purchased a mansion in Rochester Hills, Michigan, for $4.75 million. This estate is an expansive 17,500-square-foot property set on a lush 5.7 acres.

Eminem attends the rag & bone X Eminem London Pop-Up Opening on July 13, 2018 in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

The property grounds feature a front terrace and a stone front face at the entrance. On the inside, the abode features a spacious kitchen which has more cabinet space and a breakfast nook beside several windows. There is wood paneling and wood ceiling in the room.

The dining room has wood floors, wood walls, and a wood ceiling. The five-bedroom house has a bathroom with blue accents. There are floor-to-roof windows. There is also a cabana, a tennis court, a pool, a bucolic pond on the six-acre grounds, and a guest house with several floor-to-roof windows.

The estate boasts various high-end amenities including a guest house, a tennis court, and a private pond. Eminem listed the mansion for sale at $2 million in 2017, a significant drop from his purchase price. The estate eventually sold for $1.9 million, marking a substantial financial loss.

Currently, Eminem resides in Clinton Township, Michigan, where he owns a lavish mansion that he purchased in 2000. Valued at around $1.5 million at the time of purchase, this home has been the center of his life and work.

An exterior view of what is believed to be Eminem’s current house is seen October 19, 2002 in Clinton Township, Michigan. | Source: Getty Images

The mansion sprawls over 8,900 square feet and is nestled in a gated community, emphasizing privacy and exclusivity. The residence features an array of luxurious amenities that cater to both comfort and security.

Jimmy Kimmel interviewing Eminem at the rapper’s home in Michigan

The property has a gourmet kitchen with a large island, a comprehensive security system, and a layout of multiple entertainment areas, from a home theater to a well-equipped gym.

This property also includes a stunning outdoor area, complete with a pool, a basketball court, and a cabana, making it not just a home but a personal retreat. The architectural style blends modern design with classic touches, creating a timeless elegance.

An overview of Eminem’s home in Michigan | Source: YouTube/TheRichest

An overview of Eminem’s home in Michigan | Source: YouTube/TheRichest

This home serves as a contrast to Eminem’s tumultuous early life. It symbolizes his journey from a struggling artist to a global music icon and a savvy investor in luxury real estate.

On Friday night, a medical emergency struck Sharon Osbourne, leading to her urgent hospitalization. TMZ disclosed that the incident unfolded while Sharon was in the midst of filming a television show in California. Responding swiftly, EMS workers swiftly transported the 70-year-old star to Santa Paula Hospital for immediate medical attention.

Insider sources informed TMZ that Sharon fell ill while on the set of the undisclosed show, located at the historic Glen Tavern Inn in Santa Paula, California. It remains uncertain whether the cameras were rolling at the time of the emergency. Interestingly, this very establishment was featured in an episode of “Ghost Adventures” on the Travel Channel, adding an eerie layer to the unfolding events.

As of now, no further details have emerged regarding Sharon’s condition, leaving fans and well-wishers concerned for her well-being. This distressing health emergency comes on the heels of Sharon’s positive COVID-19 diagnosis in May 2022, coinciding with similar battles fought by her husband, Ozzy Osbourne, and daughter, Kelly. It’s a sobering reminder of the ongoing threat posed by the pandemic, especially considering Sharon’s previous hospitalization due to COVID-19 back in 2020.

In a recent interview, Meghan Markle was reportedly left “furious” over an unexpected question that caught her off guard. The incident has sparked widespread media coverage and public discussion, highlighting the pressures and challenges Meghan continues to face in the public eye.

Leslie Uggams has had a fascinating career as an actress on the big screen and on the stage.

Probably best known for her role in the Deadpool series the Harlem-born singer and actress has had a successful career spanning seven decades.

But behind the scenes, her personal life could be the subject of a movie after she tied the knot with White Australian man Grahame Pratt in 1965 as their love affair throughout the ages has defied all the odds of interracial love…

Leslie was a talented singer and in 1953 when she was just 10 years old she made a record for MGM. Encouraged by her aunt singer Eloise Uggams she attended the Professional Children’s School of New York and prestigious New York music school Julliard.

But her musical career was only the start of her journey and by 1969 she had her own TV variety show “The Leslie Uggams Show”, the first network variety show to be hosted by a black person since “The Nat King Cole Show.”

But behind the scenes she had met and fallen in love with actor Grahame Pratt. After first meeting him at Professional Children’s School of New York, where they were both students, the couple then ran into each other while she was performing in Sydney during one of Leslie’s celebrity tours in Australia.

Leslie knew what the repercussions would be of dating a white man as she’d done so in her teens and her aunt had told her not to entertain the idea of a future with him.

“I remember the shock I got once when I was dating a white boy,” Leslie said in a 1967 interview with Ebony.

“He sent me a color picture of himself. I showed it to my aunt. He was a good looking boy with beautiful hair. I thought he was gorgeous. But my aunt took one look and started in to lecture me. ‘Well he’s alright, I suppose,’ she told me, ‘but only for dates, huh, honey? When you’re thinking of settling down for keeps you’ll make sure you marry a nice [Black] fella, won’t you?’”

After her chance meeting with Grahame Leslie said she kept seeing him.

“I found myself really falling for him, which was quite a thing for me to realize as I was only 21.”

When she left Australia it would be 12 months before she saw him again.

The two had fallen in love, despite Leslie’s reservations over her family’s reaction and what it would mean for the two of them as Grahame would have to move to the U.S. for Leslie’s career. They got engaged for 5 months and Grahame visited her in New York.

“Knowing my family’s ideas about mixed marriages I wanted to know, too, whether they would really accept Grahame and not just tolerate him,” she said.

In the early 1990s, the world fell in love with the adorable Mara Wilson, the child actor known for playing the precocious little girl in family classics like Mrs. Doubtfire and Miracle on 34^th Street.

The young star, who turned 37 on July 24, seemed poised for success but as she grew older, she stopped being “cute” and disappeared from the big screen.

“Hollywood was burned out on me,” she says, adding that “if you’re not cute anymore, if you’re not beautiful, then you are worthless.”

In 1993, five-year-old Mara Wilson stole the hearts of millions of fans when she starred as Robin Williams’ youngest child in Mrs. Doubtfire.

The California-born star had previously appeared in commercials when she received the invitation to star in one of the biggest-grossing comedies in Hollywood history.

“My parents were proud, but they kept me grounded. If I ever said something like, ‘I’m the greatest!’ my mother would remind me, ‘You’re just an actor. You’re just a kid,’” Wilson, now 37, said.

After her big screen debut, she won the role of Susan Walker – the same role played by Natalie Wood in 1947 – in 1994’s Miracle on 34th Street.

In an essay for the Guardian, Wilson writes of her audition, “I read my lines for the production team and told them I didn’t believe in Santa Claus.” Referencing the Oscar-winning actor who played her mom in Mrs. Doubtfire, she continues, “but I did believe in the tooth fairy and had named mine after Sally Field.”

‘Most unhappy’

Next, Wilson played the magical girl in 1996’s Matilda, starring alongside Danny DeVito and his real-life wife Rhea Perlman.

It was also the same year her mother, Suzie, lost her battle with breast cancer.

“I didn’t really know who I was…There was who I was before that, and who I was after that. She was like this omnipresent thing in my life,” Wilson says of the deep grief she experienced after losing her mother. She adds, “I found it kind of overwhelming. Most of the time, I just wanted to be a normal kid, especially after my mother died.”

The young girl was exhausted and when she was “very famous,” she says she “was the most unhappy.”

When she was 11, she begrudgingly played her last major role in the 2000 fantasy adventure film Thomas and the Magic Railroad. “The characters were too young. At 11, I had a visceral reaction to [the] script…Ugh, I thought. How cute,” she tells the Guardian.

‘Burned out’

But her exit from Hollywood wasn’t only her decision.

As a young teenager, the roles weren’t coming in for Wilson, who was going through puberty and outgrowing the “cute.”

She was “just another weird, nerdy, loud girl with bad teeth and bad hair, whose bra strap was always showing.”

“At 13, no one had called me cute or mentioned the way I looked in years, at least not in a positive way,” she says.
Wilson was forced to deal with the pressures of fame and the challenges of transitioning to adulthood in the public eye. Her changing image had a profound effect on her.

“I had this Hollywood idea that if you’re not cute anymore, if you’re not beautiful, then you are worthless. Because I directly tied that to the demise of my career. Even though I was sort of burned out on it, and Hollywood was burned out on me, it still doesn’t feel good to be rejected.”

Mara as the writer

Wilson, now a writer, authored her first book “Where Am I Now? True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame,” in 2016.

The book discusses “everything from what she learned about sex on the set of Melrose Place, to discovering in adolescence that she was no longer ‘cute’ enough for Hollywood, these essays chart her journey from accidental fame to relative (but happy) obscurity.”

She also wrote “Good Girls Don’t” a memoir that examines her life as a child actor living up to expectations.

“Being cute just made me miserable,” she writes in her essay for the Guardian. “I had always thought it would be me giving up acting, not the other way around.”

“Give Me Just a Little More Time” is an upbeat, disco-pop song recorded by Australian singer Kylie Minogue.

It was released in 1997 as the lead single from her sixth studio album Impossible Princess.

The track features a lively, uptempo disco-inspired beat, funky bass lines, and layers of synthesizers that create a vibrant

danceable sound. Kylie’s vocals are playful and emotive, conveying a sense of longing and desperation as she pleads with her lover to “give me just a little more time.”

Lyrically, the song explores the theme of a relationship in jeopardy, with Kylie’s character begging for more time to try and salvage the connection before it’s too late. The lyrics are both catchy and poignant, with lines like “All I’m asking is for one more chance / To prove my love, to make romance” resonating with listeners.

“Give Me Just a Little More Time” was a commercial success for Kylie, reaching the top 10 on the UK Singles Chart and becoming a club/dance hit. Critically, the song was praised for its infectious, retro-tinged sound and Kylie’s assured vocal performance.

The track is considered one of the highlights of Kylie’s Impossible Princess era, showcasing her ability to blend dance-pop, disco, and electronic influences into a cohesive and highly listenable single. It remains a fan favorite and a staple of Kylie’s live shows.

Overall, “Give Me Just a Little More Time” stands as an excellent example of Kylie Minogue’s versatility as a pop artist, blending her signature style with more dance-oriented production to create an upbeat, melodic, and emotionally resonant disco-pop anthem.

Bruce Springsteen had a difficult relationship with his father, Douglas Springsteen, who never expressed his love to the singer.

Bruce’s wife, Patti Scialfa, and their kids helped him overcome the “destructive behavior” that resulted from his relationship with his dad.

Bruce and Patti’s only grandchild recently celebrated her first birthday.

Bruce Springsteen is a singer-songwriter who has been open about the difficult relationship he had with his father, Douglas Springsteen.

Bruce, 73, struggled to survive depression in his sixties partly due to identity issues brought on by his relationship with his father.

The singer spoke of his dad when he approached his seventies in celebration, thanks to his successful career. Bruce was also on a healing journey that involved making peace with the past.

Bruce noted that it’s been hard for him to find peace with his true self and identity due to his father, who almost destroyed him in several ways. The singer said he wanted his dad’s love so much, but he never got to experience it because Douglas didn’t love him.

Douglas hated that Bruce was kind and compassionate like his mother. He wanted Bruce to be as hard as him because he saw the singer’s qualities as weaknesses. “He was very dismissive of primarily who I was,” said Bruce.

Later on in life, Bruce came to learn that his father had paranoid schizophrenia, which helped the singer understand some of Douglas’ behavior. He understood why his father mostly brooded, was silent, and would sit alone in a dark kitchen; he was a lost man.

The 73-year-old, who finally understood his dad, also found purpose in his two sons, a daughter, and a wife. Bruce worked hard to let go of the anger and hurt he had for Douglas. These were aspects of himself that he called “the worst of my destructive behavior.”

Bruce had lived a life scared of having his own family because his dad once sent him a message that said a woman and a family weaken a man. Luckily, the singer overcame the fears brought by these words and promised himself not to lose his kids the way his dad lost him.

The singer’s inner peace also came from a memorable visit from his father. Douglas visited Bruce when he and his wife, Patti Scialfa, were a few days from welcoming their first child.

It was during that visit that Douglas admitted to Bruce that he was never a good father to him. Bruce described this moment as the greatest in his life because it released him from his dad’s sins and mistakes and gave him a chance to be his own person.

The father of three, who said his dad was his hero and his greatest foe, went on raise his kids with love and take care of his family, which he truly treasures.

How Did Bruce’s Wife and Kids Change Him?
Bruce’s wife of 32 years, Patti, saved the singer and changed him. She helped the singer move away from his dad’s words that family would weaken him.

Instead, Patti used her intelligence and love to show Bruce that their family was a sign of strength. The 69-year-old helped her husband understand they were formidable and could take on the world and enjoy much of it.

Bruce and Patti celebrated their only grandchild’s first birthday on July 11, 2023. Patti shared a cute picture of their granddaughter, Lily Harper Reph Springsteen, on her birthday.
Bruce, who was a nocturnal creature, also became a morning person for his kids. His wife told him if he kept on sleeping in, he would miss having beautiful mornings with his kids, a time when they needed him the most.

The singer began waking up early to make breakfast for his kids. He noted that feeding his children became an act of intimacy. Bruce went from being a broken son to a father of abundance. His kitchen went from one of darkness to one filled with brightness, lots of talking, joy, sounds of life, and laughter.

The singer is now a grateful and proud father to his kids. His two sons, Evan Springsteen, 32, and Sam Springsteen, 29, are sensitive and know how to show and receive love.

Bruce’s daughter, Jessica Springsteen, 31, has a roaring independence, is physically and mentally tough, and is very strong, thanks to her loving and caring parents. The singer revealed:

“The funny thing is . . . if you’re present from when they’re young and if you comport yourself even reasonably well, they pick up a lot of healthy habits.”

In January 2020, Bruce’s youngest son, Sam, was sworn in as a Jersey City firefighter. His dad and mom were there at the event and said they were proud of their courageous son. “He was very dedicated for quite a few years, and we’re just excited for him today,” Bruce noted.

Sam, who didn’t have much to say on this day, looked handsome in his uniform and received a huge hug and a big smile from his mom.

Bruce and Patti have raised successful and talented kids, and now they enjoy the gift and happiness of being called grandparents.

Bruce and Patti celebrated their only grandchild’s first birthday on July 11, 2023. Patti shared a cute picture of their granddaughter, Lily Harper Reph Springsteen, on her birthday.

Lily, who looked gorgeous in a pink dress, was all smiles and was seated in a baby-feeding chair with a stunning cake in front of her. The cake was decorated with roses and had a sign written on it. Patti captioned the photo, “one year old today.”

Bruce and Patti became grandparents for the first time when Lily was born on July 11, 2023. The couple’s youngest son, Sam, welcomed Lily with his partner.

When Lily was born, Patti shared the news on Instagram. Bruce also posted the first picture of the newborn in an adorable pink hat and matching gloves. The pair were excited to become grandparents.

Bruce and his wife have the cutest family, which they dedicated themselves to building. The singer’s career has also been successful over the years, but being a father took priority over everything else.

The Prince of Wales has received an esteemed new title from the King of England. This bestowment comes at the same time his secondborn son, Prince Harry, is visiting the U.K. for the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.

King Charles III and Prince William ahead of the Committal Service for the late Queen Elizabeth II in Windsor, England on September 19, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Prince William during a visit to the Mercian Regiment in the South West, U.K. on November 23, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Prince William and King Charles III at the National Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication for King Charles III and Queen Camilla in Edinburgh, Scotland on July 5, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Prince William and Prince Harry during the Committal Service for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Windsor, England on September 19, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry gathered with other British troops for a Remembrance Sunday service at Kandahar Airfield in Kandahar, Afghanistan on November 9, 2014 | Source: Getty Images

Queen Camilla and King Charles III visiting members of the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards on peacekeeping duties in Banja Luka, Bosnia on March 1, 2007 | Source: Getty Images

King Charles III, Prince William and Prince Harry during the annual Remembrance Sunday memorial in London, England on November 11, 2018 | Source: Getty Images

King Charles III and Prince Harry at the “International Year of The Reef” 2018 meeting in London, England on February 14, 2018 | Source: Getty Images

King Charles III and Prince Harry at the “International Year of The Reef” 2018 meeting in London, England on February 14, 2018 | Source: Getty Images

King Charles III and Prince Harry chatting during the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Gallipoli event in Gallipoli, Turkey on April 25, 2015 | Source: Getty Images

King Charles III and Prince Harry ahead of the Committal Service for the late Queen Elizabeth II in Windsor, England on September 19, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

King Charles III and the Prime Minister of Fiji Sitiveni Rabuka during an audience at Buckingham Palace in London, England on May 7, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Like his father, Prince Harry is also booked and busy. His time in the UK has been spent on the Invictus Games’ anniversary which kicked off with a panel yesterday. Today, St. Paul’s Cathedral will host a service where Prince Harry is expected to give a reading.

Prince Harry during The Invictus Games Foundation Conversation titled “Realising a Global Community” in London, England on May 7, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

The public has reacted with shock and outrage to the news that Prince Harry and King Charles III will not see each other during this time, with many people expressing disappointment in the King. “That’s absolutely unforgivable, that a Dad can’t prioritize his son. King or not!!!” chastised a social media user.

King Charles III and Prince Harry attending a memorial service marking the 100th anniversary of the start of the Battle of Gallipoli on the Gallipoli peninsula, Turkey on April 24, 2015 | Source: Getty Images

Similarly, someone else expressed, “Harry deserves better. Shame on #KingCharles. He treated #PrincessDiana terrible as well. #TheWholeWorldIsWatching.” “Shameful… but Prince Harry can sleep well at night. He has reached out numerous times,” commented another.

King Charles III and Prince Harry having a conversation during the the Opening Ceremony of the Invictus Games in London, England on September 10, 2014 | Source: Getty Images

Continuing to highlight the tumultuous nature of the late Princess Diana’s relationship with King Charles III, another user noted, “Charles is who Diana said he was .” Another King Charles III critic called him “petty.”

The late Princess Diana and King Charles III during their Canadian tour in October, 1991. | Source: Getty Images

A Facebooker wrote, “As a parent I can’t imagine not being able to pencil my child into my schedule.” “I can’t imagine anything more important than getting to spend some time with a child that you really don’t see very often,” added another.

King Charles III and Prince Harry during the Invictus Games in London, England on September 11, 2014 | Source: Getty Images

Someone else who felt particularly strongly about the matter stated, “Sadly, his father chooses his position over his family. His father has made it very clear where his love is. If he really wanted to see his son he would and could. This whole situation clearly shows that it is all about him and his ‘control over others.’”

Although King Charles III may not currently have the best relationship with his youngest son, with the recent news of Prince William receiving a new title from him, it would appear as though he remains in good standing with his eldest.

Prince William and King Charles III at the Invictus Games in London, England on September 11, 2014 | Source: Getty Images

Furthermore, he also reportedly shares a great relationship with his daughter-in-law Princess Catherine. Like Prince William, the King had also conferred a new title on the Princess, which we previously reported on April 24, 2024.

Catherine Middleton, Princess of Wales, during the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla in London, England on May 6, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

On April 23, King Charles III announced that the Princess of Wales would become the Royal Companion of the Order of the Companions of Honour. This was the first appointment for any royal.

This prestigious appointment places her among an elite group recognized for their significant contributions across various fields, including the arts, sciences, and public service.

Catherine Middleton, Princess of Wales, during the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla in London, England on May 6, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

The Order of the Companions of Honour was established by King George V in 1917. It is an exclusive society limited to 65 members at any given time. However, additional honorary members from outside the Commonwealth are allowed.

Notable figures among its ranks include Sir Elton John, Sir David Attenborough, Anna Wintour, Dame Maggie Smith, and Dame Judi Dench.

Queen Camilla, King Charles III, Prince William, and Princess Catherine after watching a fly-past by the British Royal Air Force’s (RAF) aerobatic team from the Palace of Holyroodhouse, in Edinburgh, Scotland on July 5, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

The announcement of Princess Catherine’s new role raised eyebrows. It prompted a flurry of online comments expressing confusion and concern. Thoughts from the online community ranged from skeptical to supportive.

Catherine Middleton during a public engagement in Fakenham, United Kingdom on June 18, 2020 | Source: Getty Images

“Definitely a distraction as to what is really happening but okay,” one comment read, hinting at underlying royal dynamics. “But where is she?” asked another, highlighting the Princess’s noticeable absence from public engagements. “A Royal Companion never heard of that role,” a person noted.

Newspaper headlines about Princess Catherine in March 2024 | Source: Getty Images

“She still hasn’t been seen in public since Dec 25th, and no one seems concerned with this at all?” another person expressed. “I hope she is getting better,” a Facebook user shared. “Ermm what kind of title is that?” questioned another, puzzled over the significance of the new title.

Princess Catherine at the National Service of Remembrance at The Cenotaph in London, England on November 12, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

It’s clear that while the honor is significant, it also casts a spotlight on Princess Catherine’s recent low profile. This has stirred public curiosity and concern about her well-being and the circumstances surrounding her new royal duties.