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Drake Hogestyn, long-running ‘Days of Our Lives’ star, dies at 70

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Drake Hogestyn, long-running ‘Days of Our Lives’ star, dies at 70

The soap opera community is mourning the loss of Drake Hogestyn, the iconic actor who played John Black on Days of Our Lives for 38 years.

Hogestyn passed away on September 28, 2024, just one day shy of his 71st birthday, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

The Hogestyn family shared a heartfelt statement on social media:

“It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Drake Hogestyn. He was thrown the curve ball of his life when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, but he faced the challenge with incredible strength and determination. After putting up an unbelievable fight, he passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones.”

The statement continued, “He was the most amazing husband, father, papa and actor. He loved performing for the ‘Days’ audience and sharing the stage with the greatest cast, crew, and production team in the business. We love him and we will miss him all the Days of our Lives.”

Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Hogestyn initially pursued a baseball career, signing with the New York Yankees and playing for one of their farm teams until an injury in 1977.

His acting career took off in the early 1980s with the CBS series Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.

Hogestyn joined Days of Our Lives in 1986 as “The Pawn” and became a fan favorite as John Black.

His on-screen pairing with Marlena Evans, played by Deidre Hall, won a Soap Opera Digest Award for Favorite Couple in 2005.

Off-screen, Hogestyn cherished his 37-year marriage to childhood sweetheart Victoria Post, with whom he shared four children: Whitney, Alexandra, Rachael, and Ben.

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From ‘La La Land’ to ‘Big Eden’: Top 10 romantic movies on Netflix

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From ‘La La Land’ to ‘Big Eden’: Top 10 romantic movies on Netflix

As October approaches, I’m gearing up for a horror movie marathon, but I’m still reeling from an amazing romance I recently watched on Netflix. 

Here are ten unforgettable romantic movies on Netflix, ranging from comedies to dramas, that celebrate the beauty of love.

1. Falling in Love Like in the Movies (2023)

This meta-narrative film follows Bagus, a scriptwriter pitching a black-and-white rom-com based on his high school love, Hana. Directed by Yandy Laurens, this movie explores the blurred lines between cinema and reality.

2. La La Land (2016)

Damien Chazelle’s timeless romance stars Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling as Mia and Sebastian, aspiring actress and jazz musician, navigating love and ambition in Hollywood.

3. Blue Jay (2016)

Alex Lehman’s black-and-white film follows Jim and Amanda, high school sweethearts rekindling their emotions after a chance encounter.

4. Us and Them (2018)

Rene Liu’s realistic movie captures the ups and downs of Xiaoxiao and Jianqing’s complex relationship over a decade.

5. Muriel’s Wedding (1994)

P.J. Hogan’s offbeat comedy stars Toni Collette as Muriel, a small-town Australian woman seeking happiness through marriage.

6. Carol (2015)

Todd Haynes’ elegant drama follows Therese and Carol, two women navigating love amidst 1950s social prejudices.

7. Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)

Nikkhil Advani’s Bollywood musical tells the story of Naina and Aman’s poignant love affair.

8. On Body and Soul (2017)

Ildikó Enyedi’s poetic film explores the ethereal romance between Endre and Mária, connected through shared dreams.

9. Don’t Go Breaking My Heart (2011)

Wai Ka-fai and Johnnie To’s glossy rom-com follows Yen, torn between two suitors, Sean and Kevin.

10. Big Eden (2000)

Thomas Bezucha’s warm drama follows Henry, reconnecting with his past and discovering love in rural Montana.

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Jennifer Aniston sets record straight on iconic ‘Friends’ dress colour

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Jennifer Aniston sets record straight on iconic ‘Friends’ dress colour

Jennifer Aniston, beloved for her iconic role as Rachel Green in the hit show Friends, has put an end to the debate surrounding the color of a famous dress worn by her character.

The confusion began when Max shared images celebrating the 30th anniversary of Friends, featuring a screenshot from the iconic episode The One Where No One’s Ready

In the episode, Rachel wears a dress that appeared mint green in the original broadcast, but in the new 4K version, it seemed baby blue.

Fans were stunned, with one commenting, “Ok what’s the real color of that dress?” Another added, “Wait, the dress wasn’t green, was my life a lie?”

Jennifer Aniston sets record straight on iconic Friends dress colour

Aniston swiftly addressed the issue in an Instagram Story, which has since expired. “For the record, the dress was mint green,” she stated, as quoted by Entertainment Weekly.

As Rachel Green, Aniston’s character became a fashion icon during Friends‘ ten-season run from 1994 to 2004. 

Her stylish outfits, particularly during her stints at Bloomingdale’s and Ralph Lauren, remain unforgettable.

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Royal family issues reassuring update about cancer-stricken King Charles

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Royal family issues reassuring update about cancer-stricken King Charles

Buckingham Palace released a major life update about King Charles, who has been undergoing cancer treatment. 

The monarch marked the 25th anniversary of the Scottish Parliament by delivering a meaningful speech on September 29. 

The royal family released delightful photos of Charles greeting the members of the parliament on their official social media handle.

In the shared pictures, King Charles was seen beaming with joy, hinting at his positive recovery from cancer. 

Alongside photos, the statement issued by the palace reads, “At today’s events to celebrate 25 years of the Scottish Parliament, The King and Queen met ‘community heroes’ – people who are making a huge difference in their local areas – as well as young people from the length and breath of the country.”

“Their Majesties were welcomed by the First Minister of Scotland, John Swinney, and other Scottish Party Leaders.”

It is pertinent to mention that Buckingham Palace left the world in shock by announcing King Charles’s undisclosed form of cancer in February 2024. 

Since then, the royal fans have been worried about the monarch’s health. However, in a recent public appearance, the King of England appeared healthy and determined to fight back from his disease.  

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Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck’s divorce takes ugly turn amid rising tensions

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Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck’s divorce takes ugly turn amid rising tensions

The divorce between Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck has taken a heated turn, with sources close to the couple revealing deep-seated resentment from Lopez.

Despite efforts to maintain a civil relationship for their children, tensions are escalating.

A recent outing at the Beverly Hills Hotel with Affleck’s children, Samuel and Fin, and Lopez’s twins, Max and Emme, turned tense.

Lopez appeared emotional, wiping away a tear, while Affleck remained stoic.

A source close to Lopez told In Touch: “Jennifer would never make a scene in front of the kids, but she’s made it clear she’ll never forgive Ben for being such a coldhearted jerk and giving up on their marriage.”

The couple’s fragile truce is wearing thin, with Lopez trying to finalise the divorce without public outbursts.

However, Affleck’s refusal to take responsibility for the marriage breakdown and dismissive gestures like rolling his eyes have fueled Lopez’s frustration.

The couple separated earlier this year, with Affleck moving into a $100,000-a-month rental before purchasing a $20 million Pacific Palisades home.

Lopez officially filed for divorce in August, marking the end of their two-year marriage.

Affleck has made it clear he won’t return to the relationship, leaving Lopez furious.

A source summed up the situation: “The sooner the ink’s dry on the divorce papers, the better it’ll be for everyone.”

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