Ben Affleck is opening up about one of the hardest moments of his life. The actor spoke publicly for the first time about losing both of his parents, Chris and Timothy, who died just two months apart this spring. Appearing on the“Streets We Grew Up On”podcast, Affleck described the combined loss as“sort of a big thing”and reflected on his childhood and the sacrifices his mother made for him. It’s a rare, vulnerable moment from someone who usually keeps his personal life close to the vest.
Across the country, Farrah Abraham is in the middle of a difficult recovery. The Teen Mom alum underwent double-disc jaw surgery, and her manager told the Daily Mail that her jaw is wired shut for two months. She’s on a liquid diet, unable to speak, and experiencing severe pain along with diminished hearing in her right ear. The update has sparked conversation about the physical toll and risks that come with major elective procedures.
And Pete Davidson is making headlines for standing up for ex-fiancée Ariana Grande. He called the ongoing criticism of her weight“f***ed up”and praised her as“a really strong person,”as Grande steps back from the spotlight following her Eternal Sunshine Tour. The moment is a reminder that even after a relationship ends, some people still show up for each other.
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