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Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Kylie Jenner:IT’S MY TIME!BELIEVE it or not, Kylie Jenner is the first in her family to grace the cover of British Vogue. “I am?” the shocked 27-year-old told the mag, marveling that her supermodel sis hadn’t beat her to it. “Not Kendall?” In the revealing interview that followed, the makeup mogul opened up about the challenges of becoming a mom at 20 (she shares Stormi, 6, and 2-year-old Aire with rapper ex Travis Scott, 33). “I feel like I’ve been in full mommy mode in my early 20s,” she said, adding that it’s time “to do something more for me.”Not that she’s slacking, the Kardashians star has built her brand into a reported billion-dollar empire. But she admitted she struggled. “I was 19 when I got pregnant, 20 when I had her,” she…2 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024BRITNEY NOT BACKING DOWNBritney Spears’ father’s health issues aren’t softening her heart. An insider says the 42-year-old is still furious that Jamie Spears controlled her life — and allegedly profited — during her 13-year conservatorship. In December, the 72-year-old had to have an infected leg amputated and has had serious kidney and colon issues over the years. “She’s sad for him but it’s not that simple to just forgive and forget the way he destroyed her life,” says an insider. “It’s an extremely complicated and painful situation.”Complicating the situation, the pop star’s estranged sons, Sean, 18, and 17-year-old Jayden, with ex Kevin Federline, have made peace with their grandfather. Despite the fact that Jamie was banned from seeing the kids for three years after he busted down a door and shook Sean during…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024ANGELINA’SSECRET CRUSH!She played his mom in 2004’s Alexander, but rumor had it that Angelina Jolie’s feelings for Colin Farrell were more than maternal. The pair were said to have had a steamy fling at the time (she divorced Billy Bob Thornton in 2003; he split from model Kim Bordenave that same year). Now sources tell Star Angie, 49, still has a crush on the 48-year-old — especially since the onetime bad boy has cleaned up his act. “They were a great match, but the timing wasn’t right, they both had a lot of growing up to do,” says an insider. “She’s very impressed with the work that he’s done on himself and the man that he’s become.”The mom of six (with ex Brad Pitt) was particularly moved to see the Irish…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Star NORMAL OR NOT?NORMALRibbon ceremonySandra Lee stayed on-brand while promoting her new Netflix show, Blue Ribbon Baking Championship, in New York City.NOTBreast dressedAddison Rae paid homage to Madonna’s cone bra look at Variety’s Power of Young Hollywood event.NORMALScan PlanJamie Chung rang herself up as she bought Bloom Energy Drinks in the self checkout line at Target.NOTHorsing aroundWearing riding hats, Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg looked like they were ready to come off the bench at an Olympic equestrian event.NOTLiving largeSofía Vergara joked that she was doing some “light summer reading” in this throwback photo from Greece.NORMALHelping handTeresa Giudice fixed Jill Zarin’s dress at MEND Skincare’s luncheon at the Southampton Inn.NOTWhere’s the real Lily?Emily in Paris star Lily Collins posed among her own cardboard clones while revisiting some of her favorite looks.…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024JFK Jr.’sLoversTELL ALL!DURING the 1980s and early ’90s, John F. Kennedy Jr. was America’s most eligible bachelor. Blessed with smoldering good looks, the athletic 6-foot-1 Kennedy heir (son of slain U.S. President John F. Kennedy and his socialite wife, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis) had his pick of the litter before he eventually settled down with fashion publicist Carolyn Bessette in 1996.The Brown University grad — who tragically died at the age of 38 alongside his wife and her sister when their small plane crashed while en route to a family wedding in Martha’s Vineyard, Mass., in July 1999 — certainly took advantage of his charmed position, romancing the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker, Daryl Hannah, Brooke Shields, Sharon Stone and Madonna. Now Star can reveal, using his famous exes’ own words, what it…3 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024A-list Wardrobe ESSENTIALS1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Star SCOPESOUT THE SCENEWearing DIFFEmily in Paris fans, channel your inner French girl with one of the brand’s limited-edition sunglasses influenced by the beloved Netflix show and its characters. Our favorites: the Camille Black Grey Gradient Sunglasses and the Emily Amitie Grey Sunglasses. $98 each, diffeyewear.comUsing MeritPamper your complexion with the beauty brand’s Great Skin Moisturizer! Infused with nutritive ingredients like hyaluronic acid and oat extract, the new launch is favored by celeb esthetician Biba de Sousa, who says it also serves as “a great primer for makeup.” meritbeauty.comRelaxing with Kopari Beauty x CanopyThe two brands have joined forces on a limited-edition Aroma Kit, which includes tropical-scented diffusers that are meant to be used with Canopy’s humidifiers, filtered showerheads and diffusers. The aroma oil blends are inspired by Kopari Beauty’s new fragrance mists…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024StarThe Juice Is LooseMexico City, Aug. 13Jenna Ortega, Michael Keaton, Justin Theroux, and Monica Bellucci made our millennium with a Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice photo-call.A Perfect MatchHollywood, Aug. 13Twinning! John Cena and wife Shay Shariatzadeh coordinated their fits for the Jackpot premiere.You’re WelcomeAnaheim, Calif., Aug. 9Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson dropped a new trailer for Moana 2 at the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. “Wait til you see the villains we have in this one,” he said.Sitting PrettyNew York City, Aug. 13Jessica Biel kicked up her heels in between takes on the Brooklyn set of her new series, The Better Sister.Forever DateBeverly Hills, Aug. 13Just the two of us! Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas enjoyed a kid-free evening at the premiere of his comedy-drama, The Good Half.Star PAYS FOR SCOOPS!FAST PAYMENT ALWAYS…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024JULIANNE’S DARK DAYSThings aren’t always what they seem. In a shocking new interview, Julianne Hough opened up about the devastating effect of fame. The Dancing With the Stars vet said she wasn’t prepared for the pressure once she moved off the dance floor and into feature films. The 36-year-old, who had her first major film role in 2010’s Burlesque, said the Hollywood pressure led her into a loop of addictive behavior. “Nicorette gum was part of it, alcohol was part of it, diet pills was a part of it and online shopping,” she told Armchair Expert podcast host Dax Shepard. “The loop.” The Mormon dancer also revealed that she’d had her first drink at age 11, but things didn’t get really bad until she launched her country music career. “Everybody drinks on…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Star SHOTSPutting on the RitzNew York City, Aug. 8Dressed in head-to-toe tan, Kim Kardashian matched her bag — and her Pomeranian pooch — as she exited the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.Look of LoveLos Angeles, Aug. 8Director Zoë Kravitz raved about working with boyfriend Channing Tatum at the premiere of their thriller, Blink Twice. “It’s really cool to get to make a movie, but when you get to do it with the love of your life, it’s even cooler,” Zoë gushed.Fresh-FacedCopenhagen, Aug. 8Pamela Anderson headed into Copenhagen Fashion Week after claiming that she’s gained fans since going makeup-free. “I have people stop me on the street now and say, ‘I never liked you before, but I do now,’” said the Baywatch alum, 57.Patriotic PrideParis, Aug. 8Emma Roberts wore Ralph Lauren as she cheered on…4 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Best Of The WeekRachel BilsonA vision in pink! The TV star was decked out in Valentino for the O.C. x 21 Seeds Campaign Launch Party. Her lewk included a flirty minidress and wow-worthy platform pumps.TylaAt the BET Awards, the songstress hit the blue carpet in an impossible-to-miss studded vintage Versace creation complemented by Jared Atelier diamonds.Alexa ChungRadiant in green! Clad in a slinky Nensi Dojaka number, the fashionista arrived in one of fall 2024’s hottest hues to the Serpentine Summer Party.Elizabeth BanksThe actress wore a charming David Koma design for her Good Morning America appearance. She accessorized with Roger Vivier sandals and Anita Ko gems.Jamie ChungJamie turned heads at the HollyShorts Film Festival in a vibrant Raisa Vanessa frock. She styled the summery ensemble with crisp-white heels.Adria ArjonaFor the Blink Twice premiere, Adria…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024J.Lo to Ben:DON’T EMBARRASS ME!As buzz swirls about Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s marriage woes, a source reveals that J.Lo is worried about her soon-to-be ex moving on too fast. “Even before they separated, Ben complained about the state of their intimacy, so there’s no doubt he’s raring to get back out there and date,” says the source. “But J.Lo has put Ben on notice that if he reactivates his Raya profile or goes too far down the path of chasing tail, the gloves will come off.” No wonder: Jennifer, 55, who reunited with the 52-year-old 20 years after their original romance, revealed that their 2004 split was her biggest heartbreak, saying, “It sent me on a spiral for the next 18 years where I just couldn’t get it right.” Now that the duo…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Inside Blake’sHOLLYWOOD FEUD“To Blake, it’s her name and career on the line.”— a friend tells StarIT should have been a huge win. In its opening weekend, It Ends With Us — the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling 2016 novel that debuted in theaters on Aug. 9 — earned a jaw-dropping $50 million domestically and $80 million worldwide against a $25 million budget, exceeding all expectations. News of such an epic success for the project, its movie studio, Sony, and the film’s stars and producers, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, who also directed, should have dominated headlines. But instead of basking in great press, the movie’s main players and their camps have been doing damage control.Whispers of a feud between the costars have been growing for weeks. First the two raised eyebrows…6 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Preparing for the EndITS code name is “Operation Menai Bridge.” Named after a suspension bridge in Wales — a nod to King Charles III’s long-time role as the Prince of Wales — it’s a minute-by-minute plan that will begin to unfurl the moment of the 75-year-old’s death. First the prime minister of the United Kingdom will be informed, followed by key personnel, setting the plan into motion. What will follow is the official announcement of his demise, the period of official mourning and the details of his state funeral. “The business of planning his funeral has already begun,” says an insider. “Unpleasant as it seems.”In fact, as viewers of The Crown have seen, the monarch’s funeral prep begins almost as soon as he ascends the throne. But with Charles battling cancer, insiders tell…3 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Star ENTERTAINMENTTELEVISIONONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDINGSelena Gomez, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Meryl Streep, Eugene Levy, Eva Longoria, Zack Galfianakis, Melissa McCarthy, Molly ShannonPremieres Tues., Aug. 27, on HuluWhodunit — and why? The feisty fourth season of the mischievous mystery-comedy finds Charles (Martin), Oliver (Short) and Mabel (Gomez) trying to find out who killed Sazz (Jane Lynch). Was Charles the intended victim of the bullet that went through his apartment window and into the chest of his stunt double? What message was Sazz writing on Charles’ kitchen floor? Meanwhile, our tragedy-prone trio of crime solvers will also be dealing with a movie being made about their podcast — with Levy, Galifianakis and Longoria (playing themselves) taking on the roles of Charles, Oliver and Mabel. As if the cast needed to be more…3 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Celebrity CROSSWORDCELEB PUZZLE #6ACROSS1 “Limitless” actor Cooper7 Actor Dan13 Went by car14 Oscar winner Berry16 Away from the wind17 Dentist’s grp.19 Emcee Sajak21 Between one and million22 Dillon or Damon24 Actress Goldie27 “— Dolce Vita”28 Actress Ryan30 Compass pt.32 Unhappy34 Food maven Rachael36 Actress Mendes38 Pontiac muscle car40 Director Kazan42 Actor Arkin43 “Honey” star Jessica44 Not here45 Actress Suvari47 Kendrick or Faris49 Actor Vigoda50 Fast flyer, for short52 “Captain Phillips” star Hanks54 Zilch55 Baseball abbr.56 U2 hit58 Monkees hit: “— A Believer”61 Singer McCartney62 Actress Gilbert65 Pub drink67 Chest bone69 Train unit71 Lease73 “Seven Psychopaths” star Farrell75 Actor LaBeouf76 President John77 Comedian GottfriedDOWN1 “World War Z” star Pitt2 Musician Stewart3 “Grown Ups” star Sandler4 Olivia — Havilland5 What?6 Sharp bark7 Fashion model Carol8 Olden you9 Egyptian sun god10 Actress Lena11 Yearning12…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024TAKE-A-BREAKSUPER-7 CHALLENGEAnswer all seven questions — and use the circled letters to unscramble the Super-7 Challenge solution. Answers below.1 On Better Things, Pamela Adlon’s Sam worked as an …2 Where is The Good Wife -- and The Good Fight -- set?3 Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon co-star on this series.4 Name the fictional building from Only Murders in the Building.5 Veep’s Mike McLintock served in this role for President Selena Meyer.6 Where is the vampire-centric What We Do in the Shadows set?7 Before Abbott Elementary, Tyler James Williams appeared on Everybody __ Chris.SUPER-7 CHALLENGEBefore turning to the meth biz, teacher Walter White had a side gig at a …ANSWERS1) ACTRESS (R)2) CHICAGO (A)3) THE MORNING SHOW (W)4) THE ARCONIA (C)5) PRESS SECRETARY (A)6) STATEN ISLAND (S)7) HATES (H)SUPER-7 CHALLENGE: (RAWCASH)…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024BRAD LEANS ON GEORGEThough he’s been going through a very public, very bitter, very long divorce, Brad Pitt seemed sunny sitting for an interview alongside old pal and Wolfs costar George Clooney for GQ magazine. As he surveyed Château Miraval, the French winery where he and his ex, Angelina Jolie, were wed — and which is the subject of a legal tussle — he appeared above the fray. “I really enjoy the people that I love around me and just living,” said the 60-year-old. “I don’t know how to not sound cheesy about it, but just the air is fresh and grass is green and I’ve just kind of become that guy a little bit.”It’s a surprising outlook, considering. In the years since his shocking split, the Oscar winner has been the subject…2 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024KATIE’S NEXT STEPLet’s hear it for book clubs! Contemplating being an empty nester as her only child heads off to college, Katie Holmes said she knows who she’ll turn to if loneliness creeps in. “The members of my book club are going to get annoyed hearing from me,” the 45-year-old joked in a recent Town & Country profile. “I’ll be like, ‘Let’s meet once a week.’”It’s going to be a big change for the Dawson’s Creek alum, who has brought up 18-year-old Suri as a single mom since her 2012 divorce from husband of five and a half years, Tom Cruise. (The actress famously used a burner phone to hire lawyers to extract her from her marriage to the devout Scientologist; he’s had virtually no contact with his youngest daughter since.) “I…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024BLANKET STATEMENTSNo-Guilt QuiltMarch 30“How your email finds me,” quipped Kacey Musgraves, enjoying some well-deserved rest and relaxation (as well as co*cktails and cake!) at a picnic in the park.Peace OfferingMay 26Kate Hudson and her 5-year-old daughter, Rani Rose, had a pet-friendly party on a long weekend, complete with a charcuterie board and dog guests!Coming in SandyJuly 16Kourtney Kardashian Barker had a beach blanket bash during a getaway filled with sound baths, frozen bananas and “lots of Frank Ocean.”It’s a Family AffairJuly 25Dolly Parton and her sister Rachel Dennison toasted the release of their cookbook Good Lookin’ Cookin’. “No matter what month, you’ll have the perfect menu,” declared Dolly.A Full PlateSun Valley, Idaho, Aug. 6Demi Moore cuddled with her Chihuahua, Pilaf, during a family outing at the Sun Valley Music Festival while…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Kate’s Sweet MessageWearing a favorite striped top, the duch*ess of Wales joined her husband, William, and other celebs to thank Team Great Britain for its performance at the Olympics in Paris. “From all of us watching at home, congratulations Team GB,” said the 42-year-old, who’s been undergoing treatment for an undisclosed cancer.But eagle-eyed royal watchers spotted an unusual piece of jewelry in the social media clip. The mom of three was wearing a promise ring William gave her in 2005 when they were both students at the University of St. Andrews. “It’s seen as a symbol of their enduring love,” says the insider. “They’re stronger than ever.”…1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024BrightenYour Skin!1 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024YOUR STARSVIRGOAUG. 23–SEPT. 22New moon energy in your sign makes this a perfect week to review goals. Take stock of where you are in life and where you want to be — then devise a plan to get there!LIBRASEPT. 23–OCT. 22Evaluate goals and craft a plan for success. Seek advice from those you trust to resolve financial matters and propel yourself forward.SCORPIOOCT. 23–NOV. 21There are new beginnings in your relationships. Let go of control to welcome love with open arms while reconnecting with old friends.SAGITTARIUSNOV. 22–DEC. 21Embrace new career opportunities under the new moon’s influence. Keep an eye out for unexpected good fortune, but remember to still spend wisely!CAPRICORNDEC. 22–JAN. 19Your career is on fire thanks to Venus sending lucky connections your way! Collaborate with supportive colleagues and take advantage of…2 min
Star Magazine|September 2, 2024Star CrosswordACROSS1 Paint thinner9 Math18 Opera solo19 Top notch21 Actress Shawkat22 Dupe23 Kissers24 Music group27 Greek cheese28 Auctions off31 Kite end33 Forest path34 Hook’s mate36 Out of kilter40 Stratagem41 Vagrant42 Guilty one44 Door curve45 Healthy46 TV network48 Sprint49 Lennon’s lady50 Espy51 First aid bag53 Pen point54 Subway coins57 Dining site60 Wild fling62 Rodeo ropes64 Married66 Brit bath67 Ocean69 Listen here70 Warning72 Choir props74 Ed Norton actor77 Ancient Mexicans79 Comedian Kevin81 Legend83 Medium meetings84 Wagers85 Land unit87 Distant88 Massage90 Put faith in91 Deity92 Pig places93 Smell94 Scooped out97 Nun covers100 Sicily volcano101 Singer Cooke102 Talk wildly103 Oil burner106 Winter wear108 Folding beds110 Affirmative111 Hair stuff112 Farm machine113 Held title115 Posterior116 UK broadcaster119 Multifaceted122 Paid no attention124 Choose127 Greek god129 Big hotel room130 Encountered132 Elder citizen133 Orchestra piece134 Taxonomy group135 Trudge along136 Knighted…3 min
