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Celebrity MasterChef Star Fires Back at Troll with Empowering Response to Appearance Criticism

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Celebrity MasterChef Star Fires Back at Troll with Empowering Response to Appearance Criticism

A star from Celebrity MasterChef has taken a stand against an online critic who disparaged her participation in the BBC One cooking competition. The critic described her appearance as ‘absolutely ludicrous’.

Ginger Johnson, renowned for her success on RuPaul’s Drag Race where she clinched the title in 2023, was a finalist on the cooking show. She responded to the spiteful comment through her social media, demonstrating her resilience against negativity.

Throughout her time in the MasterChef kitchen, Ginger, whose real name is Donald Marshall, embraced her drag persona, complete with a striking ginger wig and elaborate makeup. Her bold presence became a focal point of discussion among viewers.

Among the comments, one viewer chose to express disdain via social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. The comment harshly criticized Ginger, stating, “Ginger, you’re not a ‘woman’; you look absolutely ludicrous,” while using the show’s hashtag to draw attention to their remark.

‘Ginger, you’re not a “woman” you look absolutely ludicrous,’ the nasty commenter penned, including the hashtag for the Celebrity MasterChef series.

Underneath the comment, Ginger hit back: ‘Thank you, sweetheart! “Ludicrous” is exactly what I’m aiming for. Have a lovely Christmas.’

The RuPaul's Drag Race star, who made it to the final of the series last night, took to social media to hit back with a response to the nasty comment

The RuPaul’s Drag Race star, who made it to the final of the series last night, took to social media to hit back with a response to the nasty comment

Ginger, 36, the stage name for Donald Marshall, was branded 'ludicrous' by one cruel viewer, who took to X, formerly Twitter, to hit out at her appearance

Ginger, 36, the stage name for Donald Marshall, was branded ‘ludicrous’ by one cruel viewer, who took to X, formerly Twitter, to hit out at her appearance

Fans of the star were thrilled to see her clap back against the user, and flooded her with supportive messages telling her they ‘love her’. 

‘Well you’re succeeding beyond expectations dear, well done,’ one wrote, as another chimed in: ‘There’s something really funny about adding a hashtag to a hate post…’

Ginger made it to the final of Celebrity MasterChef alongside writer Dawn O’Porter, and rugby star Alun Wyn Jones, beating Uma Jammesh, Ashley Cain, Chris Hughes and Michelle Heaton. 

She shot to fame in 2023 when she won RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, and went on to co-present online breakfast show Wakey! and host her own BBC Three series, Ginger’s House the following year. 

Ginger has also written children’s short stories Glamorous Gran and Other Tall Stories, which she has performed at the Southbank Centre.  

Last night, the final three contestants of Celebrity MasterChef 2025 were revealed on Tuesday’s show after Alfie Boe bowed out of the competition. 

The tenor, 52, was eliminated after failing to impress with a cake that tasted a bit ‘eggy’, leaving Dawn O’Porter, Alun Why Jones and Ginger Johnson to sail through to Friday’s grande finale.  

After his exit, viewers took to X to reveal they were ‘gutted’ for Alfie as they wanted to see him go on through to the next round.  

Ginger, who won her series of Drag Race in 2023, took to the MasterChef kitchen in full drag, including her large ginger wig and glamorous make-up

Ginger, who won her series of Drag Race in 2023, took to the MasterChef kitchen in full drag, including her large ginger wig and glamorous make-up

Ginger made it to the final of Celebrity MasterChef alongside writer Dawn O'Porter, and rugby star Alun Wyn Jones

Ginger made it to the final of Celebrity MasterChef alongside writer Dawn O’Porter, and rugby star Alun Wyn Jones

The show started with judges Grace Dent and John Torode welcoming the final four and telling them to cook a dish dedicated to someone special.

Alfie created a two-layer cake in tribute to his late father, who died 28 years ago.

One half of it was a nod to his father’s favourite cake, Yorkshire ginger Parkin and the other was a nod to his incredible career as a tenor as he made a Belgian Le Misérable cake topped with ginger and cinnamon poached apricots. 

But the dish didn’t quite hit the mark with Grace, who told him: ‘The Le Mis part of it is undercooked and because of that, it tastes a bit of egg. But the Parkin is just incredible, it’s gingery and satisfying. Love it.’ 

Meanwhile, the judges were impressed with Dawn and said she showed her ‘very best’ after she made a kebab, which was in homage to the kebab she ate on the night she became her husband Chris O’Dowd’s girlfriend.

After the four lined up the judges announced Alfie would go home. 

Reflecting on his exit, the singer said: ‘This has been quite precious. These moments in life that come about are really special. I’m happy to be going home as a Celebrity MasterChef finalist.’  

Viewers were sad Alfie didn’t make it to through and wrote on X: ‘I’m gutted Alfie has gone. He’s done such good dishes (cook of the day three times) and it was great seeing him fight his nerves. He should still be there’. 

The tenor, 52, was eliminated after failing to impress with a cake that tasted a bit 'eggy', leaving Dawn O'Porter, Alun Why Jones and Ginger Johnson to sail through as the finalists

The tenor, 52, was eliminated after failing to impress with a cake that tasted a bit ‘eggy’, leaving Dawn O’Porter, Alun Why Jones and Ginger Johnson to sail through as the finalists

Alun, Dawn and Ginger then each had to cook one of Liam¿s modern British dishes for six chefs who are also at the top of their game

Alun, Dawn and Ginger then each had to cook one of Liam’s modern British dishes for six chefs who are also at the top of their game

‘Ginge shouldn’t still be in #celebritymasterchef if you miss a major team challenge you should be gone. Alfie should have stayed!!’

‘Just caught up on #celebritymasterchef @AlfieBoe I feel as if I went through every step that with you , as did all of your fans. Thankful and proud of you’.

The final three then headed straight to Lichfield in Staffordshire for their next assignment, the daunting Chef’s Table.

It was held at The Boat, a three-rosette restaurant led by chef patron Liam Dillon.   

Alun, Dawn and Ginger each had to cook one of Liam’s modern British dishes for six chefs who are also at the top of their game: Lisa Goodwin-Allen, Sat Bains, Paul Ainsworth, Chet Sharma, David Taylor and Chantelle Nicholson. 

After the round, no one left the competition.

John said: ‘All the lessons are over. It’s back to the MasterChef kitchen because there’s three cooks and only one that can be our winner.’

The Celebrity MasterChef 2025 Final takes place on Friday December 19, 2025 at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. 

Dancing With The Stars Judge Hospitalized Following In-Flight Medical Emergency

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Dancing With The Stars Judge Hospitalized Following In-Flight Medical Emergency

Carrie Ann Inaba, the cherished judge from Dancing With The Stars, recently experienced a distressing medical situation during a flight that resulted in her being hospitalized. Since joining the show as a judge in its inaugural season in 2005, she has candidly shared her struggles with various health issues, including Sjögren’s syndrome. This autoimmune disorder causes the body to attack its moisture-producing glands, leading to symptoms like dry eyes and mouth.

Beyond Sjögren’s syndrome, Inaba has been diagnosed with several other conditions, such as Lupus, chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and spinal stenosis. Her openness in discussing these health challenges aims to raise awareness and provide solace to others navigating similar journeys. Recently, she recounted a particularly frightening episode that unfolded during a flight.

In a heartfelt Instagram update, Inaba detailed the unexpected health scare she experienced while en route to New York City for an event close to her heart. She explained, “I was on my way to NY for something I am very passionate about. But had a small ‘medical emergency’ on the plane. I very suddenly felt quite ill.”

Dancing With The Stars Judge Carrie Ann Inaba Had An In-Flight Medical Emergency

In an Instagram post, Carrie Ann revealed that she had a medical emergency on a flight to New York City. She wrote, “I was on my way to NY for something I am very passionate about. But had a small ‘medical emergency’ on the plane. I very suddenly felt quite ill.”

Carrie Ann shared that “it seemed like food poisoning,” but she also suddenly broke out into a cold sweat, got dizzy, and her arms went numb. She stated that she usually tries to deal with her health issues on her own, writing, “Normally I handle most of my health things on my own. Like many people who live with autoimmune disease, I travel with a health tool kit and am prepared for the worst, but this scared me.”

Carrie Ann also stated that while she was locked in the restroom, the plane was experiencing turbulence, so the flight attendants had been asked to sit in their seats. However, a particular physical symptom made her realize that she needed aid. Carrie Ann wrote, “I didn’t want to have anyone else put themselves at risk… but when my arms went numb, it was time to ask for help.”

Although Carrie Ann experienced such a harrowing ordeal, she was feeling grateful after the emergency. She stated, “I’m always thankful for the moments that scare or challenge me especially with my health. They remind me that while I often face my health challenges alone, I am not alone. None of us are. The helpers are everywhere.”

Carrie Ann then went on to thank everyone who helped her during her medical emergency, including the flight attendant who answered when she pushed the call button in the restroom, even though the plane was experiencing some turbulence, and she was supposed to be sitting in her seat. She said, “She immediately knew I was in trouble and needed medical attention.”

The Dancing With The Stars judge also thanked the medical professionals who came to her aid, writing, “Thank you to JD and Dr Shin who answered the call of ‘is there a doctor on board’ who helped put me at ease, checked me out while we were about to land and got me safely back to my seat before landing. They also told me to go to the ER.”

Carrie Ann then showed gratitude to several other people who helped in her time of need, writing, “Thanks to the Delta liason who stayed with me and organized the paramedics to meet me at the gate. Thank you to the kind woman sitting beside me who offered me a mint and gently patted my back when we landed. Thank you to the passengers who had to wait for me before they could disembark for their patience.”

Carrie Ann continued, “And @marylinmakeup [makeup artist Marylin Lee Spiegel] for being the friend you are. I’m so glad you were on the plane with me. Thanks to the paramedics that took me to the hospital, Wil and his partner who treated me with care and respect in a scary moment even when my blood pressure dropped on the ride to the ER, And then to the nurses and staff, especially Althea who had welcoming smile on her face even amidst all that was happening in this emergency room. (And there was a lot happening) I ultimately left the ER to go back to my hotel when I felt stable enough.”

Carrie Ann concluded by saying, “And thank you to @iv_king_joseph and @gdjelin for hooking me up with IV fluids and all the things I needed to help me recover. I also want to thank the outlets who had to reschedule because of what happened. Please know I’m so looking forward to speaking with all of you about something I am so passionate about. And to Sam, and the Octagon team, and of course the incredible Novartis Team who were so incredibly caring the CAA team (Ben and Stephanie) Jay Schwartz who scrambled to rearrange the schedule, and of course @marylinmakeup and @rhondaspiesstylist [fashion stylist Rhonda Spies] who are with me on this trip and who have been through so much with me over the years. I’m so grateful….”

In her Instagram post, Carrie Ann also included a video of her traveling by ambulance to the hospital, and wearing a bandage on her arm and a hospital bracelet once she got there. She captioned it, “So this happened…”

Carrie Ann Is Now Recovering From Her Medical Emergency

Carrie Ann Inaba on the red carpet
Via: Instar

In an interview with USA TODAY, Carrie Ann shared that she was “resting up” after her in-flight medical emergency. The outlet reported that she was flying from Los Angeles to New York on April 15 for a campaign with pharmaceutical company Novartis to raise awareness for Sjögren’s disease.

However, during the flight, Carrie Ann began to feel “very unwell.” She said in a statement, “I was dizzy, nauseous, very warm and my arms started feeling numb. I received some assistance on the plane from the flight crew and a doctor onboard, which I am very thankful for, and went to the hospital upon landing, as well as received fluids.”

Carrie Ann stated that once she was stable, she left the hospital and went to her hotel, where she was administered IV fluids. She shared that the medical emergency was not related to her Sjögren’s disease. However, her diagnosis has “taught me the importance of listening to and trusting my body when something doesn’t feel right.”

Carrie Ann concluded by saying, “I’m resting up and looking forward to getting back into my advocacy work soon. I’m so grateful to the people who took care of me and helped me through such a scary experience.”

USA TODAY reported that authorities confirmed that at about 2:37 p.m. on April 15, Port Authority Police and EMS responded to a medical emergency aboard a Delta flight that was parked at Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy Airport. The person was transported to the hospital.

Dancing With The Stars judge Carrie Ann went through such a frightening situation, but she came out on the other side expressing gratitude. She’s a wonderful person, who’s used her own health struggles to help raise advocacy for others, and help to make them feel less alone in their medical journeys. Carrie Ann is wished all the best for a speedy recovery.

Sources: Carrie Ann Inaba/Instagram, USA TODAY

NYC Schools Face Challenges with New Grading Equity Approach

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NYC Schools Face Challenges with New Grading Equity Approach

As someone deeply embedded in the New York City public high-school system, I’ve witnessed firsthand the troubling decline in our grading standards.

However, I was genuinely taken aback when I learned about a student at a colleague’s school who managed to receive credit for all his classes despite not attending a single day for an entire semester. Remarkably, he was awarded an English credit solely on the strength of a few poems he penned at home.

While this case might seem extreme, it is far from unique.

The integrity of our schools is being compromised by lenient policies. These measures, supposedly designed to make grading more “equitable,” actually serve as a guise to inflate graduation rates artificially.

In response to these challenges, Kamar Samuels, appointed as the new schools chancellor by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, has offered vague assurances about reintroducing “rigor” into the city’s education system.

If that’s true, he must undo the attendance and grading mess his predecessors have left him.

Ever since the COVID pandemic, the Department of Education has essentially made attendance optional, by forbidding teachers from factoring it into students’ grades. 

It’s a policy that somehow remained after students returned to the classroom, even though it no longer made sense.

Meanwhile, many schools have eliminated zeros and imposed an artificial minimum grade — usually 55% — for all assignments and assessments. 

Some have even eliminated late penalties, allowing work to be turned in months after the due date for full credit.

Taken alone, each policy is damaging.

Combined, they are disastrous. 

Students now can skip months of class and still pass with a minimum of work, especially if they rely on artificial intelligence to complete missed assignments (as many, many do). 

And with no minimum attendance requirement, teachers lack an important check on administrative pressure to inflate passing rates.

Class-cutting has exploded under these perverse incentives, as students pick and choose which classes they feel like attending.

But you’ll have to take my word for it: The DOE-released data shows only the percentage of students present during each school’s daily “attendance” period.

We simply don’t know how often they attend their actual classes.

Just this week I heard from a student I’d never met before, a senior on my roster since the semester began in January, inquiring about doing “makeup” work so she could pass. 

She has an official attendance rate over 90% — so she’s in the building almost every day — but never felt the need to show up in my classroom.

To emphasize its dismissiveness about class attendance, the DOE has removed the comments “Excessively Absent” and “Excessively Late” from the report-card options available to teachers, and eliminated the PupilPath program that once let parents track their kids’ attendance for themselves.

If Samuels is serious about rigor, he needs to turn this around — and fast.

Attendance must return as a component in grading. 

Schools need to stop giving near-passing grades for missed assignments, and ban end-of-semester “makeup” packets for students we barely see.

Samuels should also add transparency: The public deserves to know how many classes students are cutting at each school, and how many kids receive credit for classes they hardly attend.

Stuck in an upside-down world, teachers are deeply frustrated by the lack of public discussion of the policies I’ve described.

But there’s cause for optimism.

After years of ignoring teachers’ complaints about cell phones in the classroom, the public demanded action when noted psychologist Jonathan Haidt publicized the many ways electronic devices harm young people. 

Soon schools around the country, including here in New York, were enacting phone bans.

We may be nearing a similar breakthrough regarding performance expectations in our high schools.

Witness New York Times columnist Nicolas Kristof’s February item blaming “equitable grading” policies as a reason that blue states have fallen behind in public education. 

Red states like Mississippi are taking the opposite tack — and seeing results.

In stating the obvious from a position of prominence, Kristof validated teachers’ longstanding complaints.

A colleague recently told me that at her previous school, the culture of nonchalance growing from these lax policies meant typical class attendance of just 50%. 

Tragically, that school served mostly low-income students of color — cheated out of the education they deserved by administrators’ reluctance to set higher standards.

Samuels has pledged to promote “equity” as well as “rigor” in our schools. 

Let’s demand, at the very least, that he ensures our disadvantaged students show up for class.

Mike Dowd is a social studies teacher in Brooklyn.

BEDS Plus Transforms Cicero Avenue Motel into Transitional Housing to Combat Homelessness

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BEDS Plus Transforms Cicero Avenue Motel into Transitional Housing to Combat Homelessness

A new transitional housing initiative is set to transform the southwest suburbs of Cicero, Illinois. BEDS Plus, a local organization dedicated to combating homelessness, is spearheading this effort by converting a former motel into a welcoming shelter.

The project boasts 55 rooms, aiming to provide temporary refuge for nearly 600 individuals striving to rebuild their lives. This transformation involves comprehensive renovations, including the installation of a modern laundry facility, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a refreshing green space. These enhancements mark just the initial steps in addressing the broader housing needs of the area.

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Tyneshia Giles, a recipient of BEDS Plus’ services, reflected on her experience, noting the overwhelming feeling of being trapped in a challenging situation. Yet, with the organization’s support, she found a way to move forward.

“Everything just felt like you’re just never going to get out of the situation that you’re in,” said Tyneshia Giles, who has used BEDS Plus.

With help, Giles made it through.

“Once I got a room here, then everything just started falling into place,” Giles said.

Giles found herself on hard times, living out of her car, when she first contacted BEDS Plus for help. After a few months in the program, she’s now happy in her own apartment.

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“They help you with housing. They even help you get the information that you need. Like, if you don’t have your ID, your birth certificate, different things like that, they’ll go through the process to help you get that,” Giles said.

Her story is one of thousands of those looking for housing support. With an $80,000 check, BEDS Plus is renovating a motel on 85th Street and Cicero Avenue into the BEDS Plus Cicero Avenue transitional shelter.

“We’ve been able to have 600 people be helped in this way. But we’re not getting close to the overall demand,” BEDS Plus CEO Tina Rounds said.

Rounds says the program will get nearly 1,000 walk-ins a month, forcing them to lean on renting hotel rooms for those in need.

“You need more program space. You want to take care and provide a dignified space for people that allows them to heal and allows them to independently operate,” Rounds said.

Now, the 55-room facility will include private accommodations for individuals, couples, families and people with disabilities. Each room includes a private bathroom, microwave, refrigerator and personal storage.

“I just thank God every single day that he brought these amazing people in my life. Because without them, I really don’t know where (I’d be),” Giles said.

BEDS Plus Cicero Avenue transitional shelter will open around December of this year.

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Unexpected Caterpillar Invasion Crawls into RBC Heritage Golf Tournament, Fans React

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Unexpected Caterpillar Invasion Crawls into RBC Heritage Golf Tournament, Fans React


HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — Fans attending the RBC Heritage tournament have been dealing with an unexpected and painful nuisance, according to officials on Friday.

The source of the discomfort is the tussock moth caterpillar. Despite their small size and furry appearance, these caterpillars are causing quite a stir at Harbour Town Golf Links, and they’re not being celebrated for their cuteness.

Attendees described the sensation of the caterpillars seemingly dropping from the sky, prompting them to establish a buddy system to stay vigilant against these falling pests.

One security guard recounted his unpleasant experience, explaining how a caterpillar landed on him, resulting in a rash that felt like a burning sensation.

“I was just sitting down to eat lunch,” he shared. “It was so painful, I had to put my sandwich down, which is something I rarely do.”

After his neck broke out in a rash, he ended up needing hydrocortisone cream and a shot.

Novant Health Dr. Shelly Graupner said they are causing rashes dozens of fans a day.

“I don’t know where they’re coming from that I’ve already had about five of them on me today,” Graupner said.

Graupner recommended that fans don’t touch them with their bare hands and instead flick them off with a fingernail or a piece of paper.

The caterpillars aren’t trying to hurt people with their hair. The orangish brown hairs are a defense mechanism called urticating hair which is designed to ward off predators.

The caterpillar is a South Carolina native and goes through a beautiful transformation later in the season.

If you notice a rash forming after a caterpillar falls on you, you can treat it with cortisone cream yourself or visit the Novant Health tents on hole one or 18 for help.

Discover the Latest on the ‘American Pie’ Cast: Catch Up with Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan, and More!

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Discover the Latest on the ‘American Pie’ Cast: Catch Up with Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan, and More!
'American Pie' Cast: Where Are They Now? Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan, Jennifer Coolidge and More

Natasha Lyonne, widely recognized for her role as Jessica in the iconic film “American Pie,” has built an impressive career in both film and television. Her diverse filmography includes roles in movies such as “Dennis the Menace,” “Slums of Beverly Hills,” “But I’m a Cheerleader,” “Plan B,” “Scary Movie 2,” “Kate & Leopold,” “Girl Most Likely,” and “Sleeping With Other People.” On television, she captivated audiences as Nicky Nichols in Netflix’s “Orange Is the New Black” and as Nadia Vulvokov in the critically acclaimed “Russian Doll.”

Natasha Lyonne

In her personal life, Lyonne began a relationship with former “Saturday Night Live” cast member Fred Armisen in August 2014. However, after eight years together, the couple decided to part ways, a split Lyonne confirmed in April 2022.

Lyonne has been candid about her battles with addiction throughout her career. In January 2026, she openly discussed a relapse, but by April the same year, she shared with her fans that she was “back on her feet.” The actress found herself in the headlines again in April 2026 when she was reportedly removed from a flight for not adhering to the flight attendants’ directions.

Following the incident, Lyonne took to social media platform X to explain her side of the story. “I took a Lunesta once seated, to ensure some shut-eye on the Delta One red-eye flight to NYC,” she wrote. She described boarding the plane with minimal luggage, looking forward to a restful nap before heading to a scheduled appearance with Drew Barrymore. “I was looking forward to seeing Drew & an in-depth convo, but I guess ICE had other plans & I was detained instead. Sign of the times, I guess,” Lyonne commented on the unexpected turn of events.

“I took a Lunesta once seated, to ensure some shut eye on the Delta One red eye flight to NYC,” Lyonne wrote via X after the incident. “Boarded seamlessly with just a backpack and sneakers, eager for a nap. Plan was to be bushy tailed & beauty rested, as I was meant to head straight to glam for a slot with our beloved @DrewBarrymore, upon landing. Was looking forward to seeing Drew & an in depth convo, but I guess ICE had other plans & I was detained instead. Sign of the times, I guess.”

Brooke Hogan Opens Up About Deep Regret Following Father Hulk’s Passing: ‘A Heartbreaking Experience

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Brooke Hogan Opens Up About Deep Regret Following Father Hulk’s Passing: ‘A Heartbreaking Experience


Brooke Hogan has expressed her disappointment over not being included in her late father Hulk Hogan’s will, not due to financial concerns, but because it excludes her from having a say in how his legacy is managed.

The “About Us” singer shared her thoughts with Page Six on Friday while promoting her new venture, a wine brand called House of Stars. She aimed to clarify misconceptions after her earlier remarks about Hulk’s will were “twisted.”

“Everyone knows I was fiercely protective of my dad and loved him deeply,” Brooke explained. “My regret stems from the fact that I now have no means to seek answers.”

Brooke, who has previously questioned the reported cause of her father’s death, noted her inability to influence decisions regarding the iconic wrestler’s legacy.

“I’m powerless to assist my dad posthumously, to seek out the truth, or to defend him in any capacity,” she lamented, pointing out that the very individuals she wished to distance from are now in charge, intensifying her distress.

Brooke, 37, explained that at the time, she decided to remove herself from the will for her own “sanity” and “safety.”

“I didn’t think after the fact this is who was going to be in control,” she said. “The people that I didn’t trust are now all controlling it, and it’s terrible.”

Last year, Brooke confirmed that she wasn’t surprised her dad wrote her out of his will, with Nick being listed as the sole beneficiary of Hulk’s estate and Hulk’s widow, Sky Daily, listed as a surviving spouse.

“His decision is no surprise to me,” she told TMZ at the time. “It’s what I asked for, I stand by it with no regrets.”

Brooke told Page Six that she regrets not taking the money and donating it all to charity or splitting it with her brother, with whom she is currently not on speaking terms.

“It’s not about money. It’s about doing the right thing and making sure that [Hulk] is represented in the correct ways, and his legacy lives on in the most positive way,” she said. “So, you know, there’s things I would definitely be doing differently if I were back in that seat.”

Brooke appeared on an episode of the “Hollywood Raw Podcast with Dax Holt and Adam Glyn” this week, in which she revealed her regret about being kept off the will.

“Something that is already getting twisted, which is annoying the absolute hell out of me, is that I said I regretted taking myself off the will. And to clarify, yeah, it’s not about money, and I’m so sick of people immediately becoming trolls and making it about that,” she told us.

Hulk — who died from a heart attack at age 71 in July 2025 — left behind nearly $5 million in assets.

While Brooke doesn’t care about her father’s fortune, she is asking for some meaningful family momentos.

“I asked for a couple things of my dad’s. I asked my brother if I could have one of his crosses he wore,” she told us. “And it was like, ‘Here’s a pair of flip-flops and a couple T-shirts he never wore,’ you know? So I had to go back and ask again.”

“It’s feeling more like a slap in the face as each day goes by,” she added.

Brooke — who has said she is not open to reconciling with her brother or mom, Linda, noted that she has experienced “a lot of bad” with her immediate and extended family.

“I’ve been tracing things back and, you know, having empathy for my mom and having empathy for my dad and their upbringings and, you know, trying to, at this point, be a cycle breaker and not participate in what doesn’t feel true to me,” she said.

Brooke added that she is holding herself accountable while also “expecting accountability from other people.”

Aside from working on herself and launching her wine brand, Brooke is also creating new music.

“I just got back with my label…We’ve got a whole album loaded and ready to rock, and we’ve been steadily releasing music,” she shared.

She’s also starring in a new HGTV show, “Rock The Block,” alongside Canadian entrepreneur, Scott McGillivray.

Brooke has her hands full, juggling her bustling entertainment career with being a mom to her 1-year-old twins, Oliver and Molly, whom she shares with husband Steven Oleksy.

“[Steve is] the best dad that ever existed,” Brooke gushed. “He runs circles around me…I am so
lucky.”

She described the hockey player as the most “loving, doting, wonderful husband.”

“I think being a father has brought out an even better side of him,” she said. “I call him Saint Steven because he just is an absolute savior. He changed my life. He’s just such a good guy.”

Video Captures Teen’s Abduction at Bus Stop; Ingenious SOS at Gas Station Leads to Escape from Alleged Repeat Offender

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Video Captures Teen’s Abduction at Bus Stop; Ingenious SOS at Gas Station Leads to Escape from Alleged Repeat Offender

Chilling surveillance footage has emerged, capturing the dramatic moment a Michigan teenager was reportedly abducted at gunpoint by a man with a history of offenses, as she and her peers awaited their school bus earlier this week.

The incident is said to have occurred shortly after 7 a.m. on Monday, April 13. Authorities report that a 16-year-old girl was standing by to catch her school bus near Edwin and Brombach streets in Hamtramck when the alleged kidnapping took place, according to a press release from law enforcement.

As she waited at the bus stop, surveillance cameras captured a man purportedly approaching her, pressing a handgun against her back, and compelling her to enter a van.

Donald James Fields allegedly abducting a 16-year-old student at gunpoint in surveillance footage

The footage, provided by the Hamtramck Police Department, allegedly shows Donald James Fields executing the abduction of the high school student at gunpoint on April 13, 2026, while she stood at her bus stop in Hamtramck, Michigan.

One of the student’s classmates witnessed the harrowing event and promptly alerted the authorities. Officers collaborated with students at the school, utilizing the victim’s cellphone location to track her.

The victim was tracked to a nearby gas station, where she had signaled to a cashier that she was in danger after the suspect sent her inside to purchase cigarettes. 

Donald James Fields standing in a police mugshot photo

Donald James Fields is charged as a third-time habitual offender with kidnapping, two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, felonious assault, three counts of felony firearm and felon in possession of a firearm, according to police. (Hamtramck Police Department)

Officers subsequently arrived on the scene and took the suspect, later identified as 48-year-old Donald James Joseph Arthur Fields, into custody, authorities said.

Surveillance video from the gas station shows the moment authorities confronted Fields, according to FOX 2. 

Donald James Fields being arrested by police officers in Hamtramck Michigan

Police arrested Donald James Fields after he allegedly abducted a 16-year-old girl at gunpoint while she waited for her school bus in Hamtramck, Mich., on April 13, 2026. (Hamtramck Police Department)

“You’re being detained right now,” the officer can be heard saying.

“For what?” Fields asked. 

“We’ll tell you in a second,” the officer replied.

The investigation also revealed the victim had allegedly been sexually assaulted by Fields before authorities were able to intervene, according to authorities. 

Fields is charged as a third-time habitual offender with kidnapping, two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, felonious assault, three counts of felony firearm and felon in possession of a firearm.

He is currently being held at the Wayne County Jail after the judge deemed him the “ultimate” risk to the community, according to FOX 2. 

“Our young survivor in this case was simply walking in broad daylight when she was viciously attacked and sexually assaulted,” Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy said in a statement. “Despite what she had just gone through, her quick thinking and mental toughness saved her life. We cannot reverse what happened to her, but we can work hard to bring justice to her.” 

Julia Bonavita is a U.S. Writer for Fox News Digital and a Fox Flight Team drone pilot. You can follow her at @juliabonavita13 on all platforms and send story tips to julia.bonavita@fox.com.

Midwife Accused of Severely Injuring Newborn: Spine Nerve Damage Sparks Investigation

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Midwife Accused of Severely Injuring Newborn: Spine Nerve Damage Sparks Investigation

Main: Victoria Vasser with her son, Dylan Davis, during an interview with WTSP (WTSP). Inset: Sizzly M. Auer (Birthgodsway.org).

A midwife in Florida is under scrutiny following accusations that her actions during a home birth resulted in permanent injury to a newborn. The allegations, included in a newly filed administrative complaint, claim she used excessive force and did not adhere to fundamental safety protocols.

The complaint by the Florida Department of Health targets Sizzly Maria Auer, who has been a licensed midwife since 2010. She is charged with unprofessional behavior and various recordkeeping and licensing infractions related to a November 2021 delivery, which purportedly left the infant with lasting disabilities.

As detailed in the complaint, Auer was managing the home birth of Victoria Vasser’s baby, Dylan Davis, when complications arose due to shoulder dystocia. This condition occurs when a baby’s shoulders become lodged during delivery, constituting a medical emergency.

The state asserts that instead of utilizing established methods to address the situation, Auer “failed to employ one or more recognized maneuvers that could have released Infant D’s shoulder(s) and enabled Infant D to be born while mitigating injury.”

According to the complaint, Auer resorted to pulling repeatedly on Dylan’s head and neck with undue force, rather than implementing the appropriate techniques.

“The pulling of Infant D’s head and/or neck by Respondent was excessive and/or aggressive,” the complaint states, adding that she “pulled continuously and forcibly” with both hands in an attempt to complete the delivery.

Investigators also allege Auer instructed Vasser to push during the shoulder dystocia — a move the complaint says can worsen the situation and increase the risk of injury.

“Licensed midwives should not instruct patients to ‘push’ during a shoulder dystocia,” the document says.

The delivery took place in a birthing pool, and the complaint further alleges that after Dylan’s head emerged and he gasped for air, Auer allowed his head to go back underwater — a dangerous scenario that can lead to aspiration.

After multiple attempts in the water, the mother moved to the floor, where the delivery was ultimately completed. But the infant was born with severe injuries.

According to the Department of Health, the child suffered a “right global brachial plexus palsy due to trauma” sustained during birth — a devastating nerve injury affecting the arm. Subsequent surgeries revealed multiple ruptures and avulsions of critical nerves, the most severe type of nerve damage in which the nerve root is torn from the spinal cord.

Despite multiple surgeries and ongoing treatment, the child is expected to have “permanent and severe deficits” in the affected arm for life.

Beyond the delivery itself, state officials allege Auer failed to meet basic professional requirements before, during, and after the birth. The complaint says she did not complete or maintain required informed consent forms or an emergency care plan and failed to properly document the care she provided.

The state also accuses Auer of misrepresenting her licensure status over several years. On multiple license renewal applications, she claimed she was not practicing midwifery in Florida — a designation that would exempt her from carrying liability insurance — despite records showing she was actively seeing patients and performing deliveries.

Between 2017 and 2023, the complaint alleges, Auer failed to provide proof of required professional liability coverage while continuing to practice.

The state is seeking disciplinary action that could include revocation or suspension of her license, fines, probation, or other penalties.

Auer has the right to contest the allegations and request a hearing.

Auer previously lost a $12 million lawsuit to the victim via default judgement because she failed to respond to the complaint or appear for the proceedings, the victim told St. Petersburg, Florida, CBS affiliate WTSP. However, because Auer was not carrying insurance, the victim said she has been unable to collect on the judgment.

Decades-Old Mystery Solved: Oregon Family’s 1958 Disappearance Unraveled

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Decades-Old Mystery Solved: Oregon Family’s 1958 Disappearance Unraveled

After nearly seven decades of uncertainty, detectives have finally unraveled the mystery surrounding a family that disappeared in their car while on a quest for Christmas decorations in Oregon. This enduring enigma captured the attention of America back in December 1958, when the family of five simply vanished.

Initially, the discovery of two of the children’s bodies months after their disappearance only deepened the mystery, as the whereabouts of the remaining family members remained unknown. However, recent developments have brought closure to this cold case.

Authorities have identified the remains of parents Kenneth and Barbara, along with their daughter, Barbie Martin, which were recovered from the Columbia River. This breakthrough allows the Hood River County Sheriff’s Office to finally close its investigation into this haunting case.

Despite the long-standing intrigue and speculation surrounding the family’s fate, officials have confirmed that their findings reveal no evidence of foul play. The resolution of this case marks the end of a decades-long search for answers.

The Hood River County Sheriff’s Office finally concluded its decades-long investigation and, despite speculation, ‘found no evidence of a crime.’ 

‘The Martin family originally disappeared in December of 1958 while reportedly visiting the Columbia River Gorge to collect Christmas greenery,’ the force said on social media on Thursday. 

‘The remains of Virginia and Susan Martin were found downstream months later, but the parents, Kenneth and Barbara, and oldest daughter Barbara (Barbie) were never found despite extensive searching and diving.’

A Ford station wagon believed to be the Martins’ was discovered in the Columbia River in 2024 by independent diver Archer Mayo. 

The car was pulled from the river in 2025 with human remains in tow. 

Kenneth (second right) and Barbara Martin disappeared with their three daughters, Barbara, Virginia and Susan, in 1958. Their eldest child, Donald, was not with them in the car

Kenneth (second right) and Barbara Martin disappeared with their three daughters, Barbara, Virginia and Susan, in 1958. Their eldest child, Donald, was not with them in the car

Virginia and Susan were discovered floating in the river months after the family disappeared. Eldest daughter Barbara was missing, alongside their parents, for years - until now

Virginia and Susan were discovered floating in the river months after the family disappeared. Eldest daughter Barbara was missing, alongside their parents, for years – until now

The family had gone to the Columbia River Gorge to collect Christmas decorations

The family had gone to the Columbia River Gorge to collect Christmas decorations

Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office used DNA extracts from the remains and a profile of the Martin family’s relatives to confirm their identity. 

‘This identification reflects a sustained coordinated effort, scientific partnership, and continued advancements in forensic genetic genealogy,’ read the Oregon State Medical Examiner’s statement.

The medical examiner’s office had the help of the forensic genetics lab Ortham Inc, which specializes in processing evidence from cold cases. 

The company’s Chief Development Officer, Kristen Mittelman, told KATU this was a years-long process.

‘So many people worked for years to find and identify the Martin family and we are proud to have helped,’ she said. 

‘A mystery like this doesn’t just weigh on the family, it weighs on the entire community and hopefully this gives a lot of people the resolution they deserve.’

It is a bittersweet ending to a cold case that had gripped the nation for the better part of 60 years. 

The Martins were reported missing on December 9, 1958, after the parents failed to show up for work. 

In 2024, an independent diver located the potential car the family was driving when they disappeared in the Columbia River

In 2024, an independent diver located the potential car the family was driving when they disappeared in the Columbia River 

Rumors swirled for decades about what happened to the Martins, but no suspects were ever named in the case. Above, the Martins' family home in 1959

Rumors swirled for decades about what happened to the Martins, but no suspects were ever named in the case. Above, the Martins’ family home in 1959

Upon initial investigations, authorities believed their car had accidentally backed into the Columbia River.

Barbara, Virginia and Susan were just 14, 13 and 11, respectively.

But many, including the family’s eldest son, Donald, who was not in the car that day, suspect foul play.

The then-28-year-old, who was living in New York at the time, told detectives that he could not see how his parents’ and sisters’ deaths were an accident. 

Detectives even offered a $1,000 reward for those who could offer information, reported WMUR.

A month after their disappearance, a gun was found near where the Martins vanished. 

The sheriff’s office did not collect it as evidence, but decades later, the gun owner’s widow told local news that it had dried blood on it, the Daily Mail previously reported.

An autopsy report in 1959 cited a potential gunshot wound to the head for at least one of the daughters. The Medical Examiner had disputed the wound as a result of decomposition. 

No suspects were ever named in the case. 

The remaining three family members' bodies were identified after human remains were extracted from the alleged crash site

The remaining three family members’ bodies were identified after human remains were extracted from the alleged crash site

Donald Martin, the family's eldest son, was 28 and living in New York when the Martins vanished

Donald Martin, the family’s eldest son, was 28 and living in New York when the Martins vanished 

Human remains were found in the Martins' car, which was lifted from the Columbia River in 2025 (stock photo of a station wagon)

Human remains were found in the Martins’ car, which was lifted from the Columbia River in 2025 (stock photo of a station wagon) 

Independent diver Archer Mayo spent several years searching for evidence and eventually led police to the car

Independent diver Archer Mayo spent several years searching for evidence and eventually led police to the car

But diver Mayo, who spent years searching for the family in the Columbia River, believed their disappearance was simply the result of a tragic accident. 

‘I think that they turned around in such a way that they kind of got stuck against a curb, put the car in reverse, and it wouldn’t move, it wouldn’t move, it wouldn’t move,’ he told KATU.

‘And then all of a sudden jolted and it went backwards in an uncontrollable way into the water, and that’s what they all do.’

‘So, yeah, I have a theory,’ he added. ‘I mean, no one’s ever going to know if it’s right or not.’

The Daily Mail contacted the Hood River County Police Department and the Oregon State Medical Examiner’s office for comment. 
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