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Federal Judge Rejects DOJ's Attempt To Charge Don Lemon

Former NFL defensive end Kevin Johnson, who played for the Eagles and Raiders, has died at 55, with tributes pouring in as his family confirmed the news and remembered his later Arena Football League championship run with the Orlando Predators. Blake Lively’s lawyer says her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni is strictly about alleged workplace sexual harassment, stressing the case is about accountability, not celebrity friends like Taylor Swift or leaked texts stealing focus. A federal judge rejected the DOJ’s first attempt to charge Don Lemon over his role in an anti-ICE protest at a Minnesota church, leaving prosecutors empty-handed for now despite questions about whether he was reporting or participating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Barron Trump Praised For Helping Stop Violent Domestic Assault

Barron Trump is being praised for helping stop a violent domestic assault in London after calling emergency services when a female friend FaceTimed him during the attack, a call later played in court. The 2026 Oscar nominations are out with “Sinners” leading with 16 nods, Timothée Chalamet earning another nomination at 30, Conan O’Brien set to host, and Keegan-Michael Key telling TMZ he’s open to reviving “Key & Peele” with Jordan Peele if the timing’s right. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

William Shatner Did WHAT?!

Timothy Busfield was spotted out for the first time since his release from jail, denying charges of criminal sexual contact and child abuse as his defense claims the allegations were retaliatory. William Shatner clarified his viral cereal-behind-the-wheel photo was staged for a Super Bowl commercial shoot, saying he found the reaction amusing. “Hannah Montana” creator Michael Poryes shut down comparisons to “Lizzie McGuire,” saying the series was independently developed while praising the earlier show’s impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Blake Lively Reconnected With Taylor Swift

Blake Lively quietly reconnected with Taylor Swift in late 2024 ahead of her Justin Baldoni lawsuit, but Taylor could now be called as a hostile witness if the case goes to trial. Kim Kardashian set aside past drama to praise Taylor Swift’s talent on Khloé’s podcast, years after their infamous “Famous” fallout. 50 Cent says artists should avoid politics and religion altogether, pointing to backlash faced by Kanye West and Nicki Minaj as cautionary tales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Actor Timothy Busfield Released From Jail

Newly unsealed texts show Taylor Swift privately backing Blake Lively and criticizing Justin Baldoni during the It Ends With Us dispute, undercutting claims she stayed on the sidelines. Actor Timothy Busfield has been released from jail without bail on child sexual abuse charges tied to two minors, as his defense attacks the prosecution’s evidence while the case moves forward. Plus, Lizzo stole the spotlight at the L.A. premiere of Paris Hilton’s Infinite Icon, debuting her dramatic weight loss in a pink mini dress and hinting a possible pop collaboration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]