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Eddie Van Halen’s death is a passing of a true legend Ethan Miller/Getty Images Eddie Van Halen was born in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and moved to the U.S. in 1962 (via New York Post). In the early ’70s, he and his brother formed their eponymous band with lead vocalist David Lee Roth and bassist Michael Anthony. The band was a mainstay of the ’80s and beyond (their last studio album was released in 2012, according to AllMusic), and sold 80 million records around the globe....

You can also make your own collagen ice cream Shutterstock Collagen has been a wellness buzzword ever since the paleo diet hit the scene; this lifestyle, sometimes known as “the caveman diet,” encourages the intake of collagen, because it’s hard to find this nutrient in the modern diet, yet our ancestors feasted upon it (per Paleo Leap). For that reason, you’ll find many DIY ice cream recipes that include a boost of collagen in paleo blogs....

The Meaning Of Andra Day’s Inauguration Song Explained Jason Mendez/Getty Images By Melissa Willets/Jan. 20, 2021 3:28 pm EST Singer and songwriter Andra Day is one of the many artists slated to perform at Joe Biden’s inauguration, including Jennifer Lopez and Garth Brooks. The West coast native, who sang in church growing up and is known for her jazzy, soulful delivery, plans to perform “Rise Up” Wednesday for the nation’s swearing in of the 46th president and the first female VP, Kamala Harris (via All Music)....

The Most Common Baby Myths You Need To Stop Believing Shutterstock By Jorie Mark/Jan. 10, 2021 6:01 pm EST Having a new baby can be overwhelming, and well-meaning, veteran parents are often quick to swoop in with advice when you’re not sure what to do. It can feel like such a gift to get confident words of wisdom on the right way to feed, diaper, or calm your baby from someone who’s been there, done that … many times....

Billie Eilish fans have a range of reactions to the cancellation news Amy Sussman/bbma2020/Getty Images People notes the concert dates were originally postponed in the wake of the virus outbreak. At that time, the 18-year-old said in a statement, “I’m so sad to do this but we need to postpone these dates to keep everyone safe.” Now, the reaction to the indefinite postponement of the tour was met with mixed reactions by fans....

The Real Reason Lisa Vanderpump Is Closing Villa Blanca Paul Archuleta/Getty Images By Christine-Marie Liwag Dixon/July 14, 2020 1:17 pm EST While many restaurants are re-opening across the country, Lisa Vanderpump’s Villa Blanca will not be one of them. The former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star recently confirmed that the iconic restaurant will be permanently closing after more than a decade. Like most restaurants, Villa Blanca temporarily closed its doors in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic....

Dakota Fanning has always handled rejection well J. Emilio Flores/Getty Images Rejection isn’t easy for anyone, especially a young child. Just hearing the word “no” can send a toddler into a tantrum. But for Dakota Fanning, rejection has always been pretty easy to deal with, even as a young girl. In an interview with The Guardian, Fanning recalled how she would go on a ton of auditions when she was younger, and she got pretty used to not getting the part....

The Surprising Item Flying Off The Shelves At The Gap After The Election Joshua Blanchard/Getty Images By Hope Ngo/Nov. 12, 2020 10:47 am EST If you’ve ever taken the time to wonder whether Gap would ever be cool again, we’re here to tell you that that day has come. Because thanks to MSNBC’s Steve Kornacki and the marathon Election Night that began last Tuesday and should have ended over the weekend, Gap Khakis are now flying off the shelf....

The Surprising Way Raphael Warnock Just Made History In Georgia Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/Jan. 6, 2021 12:31 pm EST Raphael Warnock, a Democrat and the senior preacher at Georgia’s Ebenezer Baptist Church, where Martin Luther King, Jr. once also delivered sermons, has just been elected the first Black senator of the state of Georgia, per CNN. This is a significant accomplishment in its own right, but The Guardian points out that when Warnock was born, Georgia’s senators were both segregationists, including Democratic Senator Herman Talmadge, who actively opposed the push for civil rights legislation....

The Trump Policies Biden Just Reversed On His First Day In Office Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images By Hope Ngo/Jan. 20, 2021 10:26 pm EST Just about every elected president is allowed to catch a breath on Inauguration Day, but newly minted President Joe Biden didn’t seem to want to do that, as he signed 17 executive actions, with the intent to set the course for his new administration as soon as he was off the block....

The Truth About Barack Obama’s Relationship With Cicely Tyson Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images By Nicole Width/Jan. 29, 2021 2:50 pm EST Since her death was announced on Thursday, January 28, celebrities have taken to social media to pay tribute to Cicely Tyson. Most notable was an Instagram post by former President Barack Obama, whose heartfelt words of admiration for the actress he described as “a trailblazer whose legacy couldn’t be measured by her Emmys and Tony and Oscar alone, but by the barriers she broke and the dreams she made possible” spoke of his respect for the 96-year-old artist, who also happened to be the final Medal of Freedom recipient of his presidency....

This Is How Annie LeBlanc Winds Down After A Stressful Day Charley Gallay/Getty Images By Joey Keogh/Jan. 11, 2021 12:48 pm EST If you’ve got a cousin, sister, daughter or niece in your life who’s a certain age, then you’ll definitely have heard of Annie LeBlanc. As The Sun notes, in spite of the fact she was only born in 2004, LeBlanc is a millionaire who probably won’t have to work another day in her life if she doesn’t want to....

This Is The Best Cut Of Steak Shutterstock By Megan Scott/Aug. 17, 2020 12:26 pm EST When you’re on the hunt for the best cut of steak, what you really should be looking for is fat. Or, marbling, to be exact. According to Masterclass, marbling in steaks is identified by the white flecks of intramuscular fat running throughout the red meat. We’ve all heard fat equals flavor and, in this case, marbled fat not only adds flavor to your steak, but it also contributes to its juiciness and tender mouthfeel....

What Happened To Josh Kaufman From The Voice? Walter Mcbride/Getty Images By Sophie McEvoy/March 3, 2021 4:33 pm EST In 2014, Josh Kaufman won the season 6 of The Voice as well as the nation’s hearts. However, after the show, his career path didn’t go “exactly as planned,” the singer’s official site notes. So what exactly happened to Josh Kaufman? Instead of going the usual route and signing with Republic Records (the show’s record label), Kaufman, instead, landed the lead role in the Broadway musical Pippin....

What It Looks Like Inside Christina Anstead’s Pantry Instagram By Melissa Willets/Oct. 20, 2020 7:28 am EST Every busy parent knows the pantry can be the bane of a family’s existence. When you’re in a rush in the morning, finding breakfast and snacks for the day, quickly, is essential. That’s why we are super impressed with HGTV star Christina Anstead’s super-organized pantry. Although, the mom of three admitted on her Instagram that this storage area wasn’t always as put-together as it is now....

You Should Still Smile When You Have A Face Mask On. Here’s Why Shutterstock By Jorie Mark/Oct. 14, 2020 4:24 pm EST Once upon a time, in our pre-pandemic lives, we kissed hello, tightly packed ourselves into concert arenas, and shared bites of chocolate cake with our besties, all crouched around a single plate. Now, of course, social distancing has rendered these behaviors obsolete. But what about smiling? With masks covering our mouths these days, is a smile also a relic of the past?...

Here’s What Margot Robbie’s Real Hair Looks Like Amy Sussman/Getty Images By Stephanie Kaloi/Dec. 21, 2020 10:09 am EST Australian actress Margot Robbie is perhaps best known for her role as Harley Quinn in Suicide Squad and 2020’s Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey. Many people identify the actress by her blonde locks, but it turns out that Robbie’s natural hair color is actually quite different. In 2014, Robbie surprised many by showing up at the Oscars sporting very dark brown hair....

Here’s Why Jake From Sweet Home Alabama Looks So Familiar George Pimentel/Getty Images By Melissa Willets/Feb. 23, 2021 10:53 am EST The year was 2002, and the adorable Reese Witherspoon would star opposite the gorgeous Josh Lucas in Sweet Home Alabama (via IMDb). Fast forward to nearly 20 years later, and this film is still a classic that tugs on our heartstrings and, um, how hot is the relationship between Witherspoon’s Melanie and Lucas’ Jake?...

How Kanye West thinks he changed Presidential races Kevin Mazur/Getty Images Kanye West followed up his announcement with a series of interviews. He spoke to Forbes for four hours, and revealed that he didn’t think Joe Biden, who ultimately won the election, was really standing in his way. “I’m not saying Trump’s in my way, he may be a part of my way. And Joe Biden? Like come on man, please....

Kelly Preston and Kevin Gage featured in a movie together Manny Carabel/Getty Images Wed in Hawaii, Preston and Gage were both cast in the 1986 film, SpaceCamp; Gage placed “Counselor #2” in the 1986 film, and Preston was a headliner in the role of Tish Ambrosei. While Gage’s scenes didn’t make it into the movie, there’s no doubt that Preston stole the show. Notes the blog on Kevin Gage’s website, “One can see how vivacious young Kelly Preston would be irresistible to the males on the set,” Gage is better known for larger roles in the 1989 movie, The ‘Burbs, and 90s flicks Heat and G....