By Wonderwall.com Editors
6:45am PDT, Jun 23, 2021
Britney Spears has pushed to remove her father from conservatorship role for years: Report
New information about Britney Spears' conservatorship surfaced this week as she was preparing to speak directly to the judge overseeing her case. According to a June 22 report from the The New York Times, confidential court documents indicate the singer's been pushing to have her father's power over virtually every detail of her life — from who she dates to the color of her kitchen cabinets — curtailed. A court investigator monitoring her case wrote at one point that Britney "said she feels the conservatorship has become an oppressive and controlling tool against her," wielded primarily by her father, Jamie Spears. In fact, though she's avoided speaking out much publicly about her position, the documents show she's wanted her father removed from his role in the conservatorship for years, citing his "harsh" tactics for making her stick to his rules. Britney's grievances include that Jamie pays himself a nice salary from her earnings and investments while keeping her on a strict allowance. Under his leadership, she's said, the conservatorship "comes with a lot of fear." She's expected to appear remotely at her hearing on June 23.
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Ryan Reynolds shows some love for Hugh Jackman's tap dance skills in rare break from fake feud
Even Ryan Reynolds has to admit that when comes to tap dancing, Hugh Jackman's got moves. This week, Ryan pressed pause on his years-long, jokey social media feud with Hugh to show some love for the triple threat star, who's gearing up to play the lead in a Broadway revival of Meredith Wilson's classic musical, "The Music Man." "As much as I hate to love this….It's crazy good," Ryan wrote on his Instagram Story on June 22 alongside a clip of Hugh rehearsing a tap number, per JustJared. "I can't wait to see The Music Man," Ryan added. Hugh stars as Howard Hill opposite Sutton Foster's Marian Paroo. Performances at New York City's Winter Garden Theater begin Dec. 20.
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Sarah Paulson recalls awkward 'make-out party' moment with Matthew Perry
Oh, to be rejected by Chandler Bing! It's a feeling Sarah Paulson happens to know well. The actress stopped by "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on June 21, where she recalled having once attended what she called a "make-out party" at Gore Vidal's home alongside stars including Carrie Fisher, Shirley MacLaine, Queen Latifah and "Friends" star Matthew Perry. "I didn't see anyone make out," Sarah shared, per Entertainment Weekly, "but there was a hat with names and you were supposed to make out with whomever you pulled out of the hat." Matthew, it seems, got Sarah — "and then promptly left the room," according to the actress. She said she even offered to follow through, but he was … not feeling it. "We knew each other through one of my very best friends in the world, so it was awkward," she admitted. There was a happy ending though. She and Matthew went on to play lovers on the show "Studio 60" she finally locked lips with Matthew. "… I got my kiss … I got several kisses," she added, chuckling. "And boy did he regret not taking me up on it back at Gore Vidal's make-out party." Sarah is happily partnered up with award-winning actress Holland Taylor.
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Billie Eilish apologizes for lip-synced anti-Asian slur in resurfaced video
After a resurfaced video in which Billie Eilish can be seen lip-syncing along to an anti-Asian slur used in a song by Tyler, the Creator, went viral, the singer apologized for her past actions on her Instagram Story. "i mouthed a word from a song that at the time i didn't know was a derogatory term used against members of the asian community. i am appalled and embarrassed … the fact is that it was hurtful. and for that i am sorry," Billie wrote, in part, according to the New York Times. She went on to tell followers she was "13 or 14" when the incident was filmed. It landed on TikTok in recent weeks and Billie's fans expressed concern and confusion over the slur and what some perceived to be an insulting, fake Asian accent. In her apology on June 21, Billie explained that, "speaking in a silly gibberish made up voice … [was] … in NO way an imitation of anyone or any language, accent, or culture in the SLIGHTEST. anyone who knows me has seen me goofing around with voices my whole life." Before signing off, she added, "i not only believe in, but have always worked hard to use my platform to fight for inclusion, kindness, tolerance, equity and equality."
Katie Thurston reveals past sexual assault
"Bachelorette" star Katie Thurston threw suitors and fans alike for a loop on the June 21 edition of the show when she revealed her "sex-positive" outlook and confidence are relatively new qualities. In fact, Katie said she's been working for years to become more open and comfortable with sex and sexuality ever since she survived a sexual assault at a New Year's Eve party a decade ago. Calling the incident "a situation where there wasn't consent," Katie recalled (via Vulture) that she was "in denial about what happened" so she "tried to form a relationship with" the guy who assaulted her. "When that didn't work out," she continued, "for years I had a very unhealthy relationship with sex. I didn't want to have sex … I didn't like talking about sex." In fact, she said it took "a very long time" for her to be able to love herself the way she does today. Katie also admitted she "had been drinking" the night of the assault. Later in the show, she pointed out that she initially blamed herself for having been "too drunk" or "too irresponsible," before realizing it wasn't her fault. And that consent matters.
HGTV's Christina Haack finalizes divorce from Ant Anstead
"Christina on the Coast" star Christina Haack and British car show host Ant Anstead are officially done. A rep for Christina confirmed to USA Today this week that the pair's divorce was finalized on June 21. Christina, who still works with her first husband, Tarek El Moussa, on their show, "Flip or Flop," surprised fans when she announced she was separating from Ant in September 2020 so soon after they welcomed their first child, Hudson, together. Now 1, Hudson, along with Christina and Ant's children from previous relationships, are the former spouses' "priority" moving forward, Christina said in the Instagram post announcing their breakup. Following the split, Ant implied on social media that he'd hoped the two could make things work — and that Christina was "happy with her decision" to call it quits.
Olivia Rodrigo says goodbye to high school
"Bye, high school!!!!!" That's how Olivia Rodrigo, 18, captioned a gallery of pics on Instagram from her high school graduation ceremony over the weekend. The "Drivers License" singer — whose debut album "Sour" opened at the top of the Billboard 200 chart after its release in May — got plenty of support from her friends and "High School Musical: The Series" co-stars in the comments beneath her graduation post, too. "CONGRATULATIONS QUEEN!!!" Dara Renee gushed. Julia Lester, Joe Serafini and Frankie Rodriguez also sent congrats to the singer, with Frankie telling Olivia he was "PROUD."
Alex Rodriguez has no plans to date right now: Report
Following his split from Jennifer Lopez, Alex Rodriguez may be spending time with friends, but he's not wading back into the dating pool. A source tells ET that despite being spotted at producer Lindsay Shookus' Hamptons home recently, he's not involved with Lindsay other than being an old friend of hers. "He was at her house for an hour," says the source. "He is friends with a lot of women." The insider also claimed that after he and J.Lo called off their engagement — and she moved on with her ex, Ben Affleck (who previously dated Lindsay, ahem), Alex "isn't going to be dating for a while."
Ronnie Ortiz-Magro is engaged!
Is that wedding bells we hear in the distance? Yep, "Jersey Shore" alum Ronnie Ortiz-Magro confirmed his engagement to Saffire Mattos on June 21. Ronnie, 35 popped the question to Saffire, 30, on the beside what appeared to be a romantic champagne picnic, complete with a sign in the sand that read, "Marry Me." According to People, Ronnie's 3-year-old daughter and other family members were on hand for the proposal. "I love you," he wrote beneath a photo of his hand holding Saffire's ring-clad hand. "Thank you for sticking by my side through thick and thin! Til death do us part! #SheSaidYes." Congrats!
