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Shirley MacLaine, 92, steps out in Malibu weeks after delighting fans with rare appearance

Shirley MacLaine, 92, steps out in Malibu weeks after delighting fans with rare appearance

Published by Daniella Wilson

Shirley MacLaine was pictured enjoying life at 92 as she stepped out for a relaxed lunch at Kirsty’s in Malibu on Friday. The legendary actress, whose extraordinary career has spanned more than seven decades, was photographed at one of her favorite local restaurants, looking comfortable in a simple black T-shirt, grey sweatpants and black slip-on shoes. Shirley was accompanied by a female companion, whose arm she held as she carefully made her way down a step from the restaurant’s outdoor terrace. The Terms of Endearment star appeared relaxed during the low-key outing, which comes just four months after she celebrated her 92nd birthday on April 24. © X17online.comLegendary actress Shirley MacLaine eating at her favorite restaurant in Malibu The Academy Award winner has largely retreated from the Hollywood spotlight in recent years, but she remains active and has been spotted enjoying lunches around Malibu on several occasions this year. She was photographed at Nobu in January and enjoyed another sunny lunch outing shortly before her birthday in April. Shirley Maclaine, 92, makes very rare public …

Strictly judge says Shirley Ballas ‘failed’ to replicate Len Goodman’s ‘magic’

Strictly judge says Shirley Ballas ‘failed’ to replicate Len Goodman’s ‘magic’

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Len Goodman brought “magic” to Strictly Come Dancing for 12 years – but, according to Craig Revel Horwood, his replacement has failed to match it. The Strictly judge was known for his one-liners and enthusiastic delivery of the score “seven!”, which is still often quoted by fans of the BBC dance programme. Shirley Ballas, 65, stepped in as head judge when Goodman left the show in 2016. He died years later, aged 73 in 2023. Judge Revel Horwood, 61, paid tribute to the star at a statue unveiling over the weekend – taking a comedic jab at Ballas in the process. Shirley Ballas replaced Len Goodman as ‘Strictly’s head judge in 2017 (BBC) “For me, he was Strictly Come Dancing,” he told an audience gathered at the Goodman Dance Academy in Dartford, according to The Mirror. “His sayings… ‘A 10 from …

The 2025 Shirley Jackson Award Winners

The 2025 Shirley Jackson Award Winners

Published by Jenni Sidey

The 2025 Shirley Jackson Awards were announced on Saturday night, July 11, at Readercon 35. The awards are presented to the best horror, dark fantasy, and psychological suspense books published in the previous year. This year’s hosts and guests of honor at the ceremony were P. Djèlí Clark and David Gerrold. Each year, the Shirley Jackson Awards are given to titles in seven categories: Novel, Novella, Novelette, Short Fiction, Single-Author Collection, and Edited Anthology. The judges in each are an array of professional writers, critics, editors, and academics. Here’s who took home the awards this year in each category. Short Fiction “Bitter Skin” by Kaaron Warren, from the collection Night & Day The Book Riot Newsletter Join over 300,000 readers who get the latest book buzz, smart commentary, and must-read picks delivered straight to their inbox. Subscribe to Selected No Thanks Single-Author Collection Edited Anthology–this year, there was a tie! Novel This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Source link

Meet Shirley, ‘Les Bleus’ 96-year-old World Cup house mate and number one fan

Meet Shirley, ‘Les Bleus’ 96-year-old World Cup house mate and number one fan

Published by Sam Flores

When France plays in the World Cup quarterfinals on July 9, one of their most dedicated fans and housemate will be cheering them on. She’s a 96-year-old American named Shirley, who became a fan thanks to her French caregiver and was even gifted a French football jersey by the team. Our colleagues at France television and Monte Francis introduce us to her. Keywords for this article Source link

Strictly’s Shirley Ballas says joyous life with mother is a stark contrast to past relationships

Strictly’s Shirley Ballas says joyous life with mother is a stark contrast to past relationships

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Shirley Ballas, the head judge of Strictly Come Dancing, has revealed that living with her 88-year-old mother, Audrey Rich, is “the most joyous thing,” a stark contrast to her experiences with past boyfriends whom she often found herself “having to take care of”. Speaking to The Telegraph from her south-east London home, Ballas described her mother as “self-sufficient,” highlighting her active role in their shared household. “Living with her is the most joyous thing, she does the washing and the ironing, and still stands on a stool to clean her ornaments – though I wish she wouldn’t,” Ballas said. “She puts the meals on the table, things like vegetable casseroles, and I take care of the rest. We are a bit like husband and …

Meet Bargain Hunt star David Dickinson’s famous wife who’s ‘just like Shirley Bassey’

Meet Bargain Hunt star David Dickinson’s famous wife who’s ‘just like Shirley Bassey’

Published by Daniella Wilson

If you think antiques, it’s highly likely that your mind will go to David Dickinson. The legendary presenter has been a feature of our TV screens since 1995, fronting the likes of The Antiques Show, Bargain Hunt and Dickinson’s Real Deal. David began his TV career working for the BBC and starred in a two-part documentary about his preparations for an antiques show at London Olympia. From this, David went on to be the resident antiques dealer for daytime shows such as This Morning. The star’s catchphrases have become as equally iconic as the presenter, including the likes of a ‘real Bobby Dazzler’, for things of great value, a ‘bit of a duffer’ for the exact opposite. Fans of reality television have also seen the star compete on the likes of I’m a Celebrity and Strictly Come Dancing, performing on the latter show’s debut season, even though he ended up being the second person voted off of the show. However, the star isn’t the only famous face in his family as the star’s wife is …

Garbage singer Shirley Manson honoured to curate Teenage Cancer Trust shows

Garbage singer Shirley Manson honoured to curate Teenage Cancer Trust shows

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the inside track from Roisin O’Connor with our free weekly music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Garbage frontwoman Shirley Manson has expressed her profound honour at being appointed curator for the Teenage Cancer Trust’s annual series of fundraising concerts, describing it as an “immense privilege”. Manson is the second guest curator of the week-long series, following Robert Smith of The Cure, who helmed this year’s successful run in March, which notably featured Garbage among its performers. The prestigious event, initiated by Teenage Cancer Trust honorary patron Sir Roger Daltrey in 2000, saw him curate the artists until 2025. To date, the concerts have collectively generated over £36 million for the charity. Manson’s curated series is scheduled to take place from March 15 to 21 next year, with her chosen line-up still awaiting announcement. The 59-year-old Scottish singer rose to prominence in the 1990s with Garbage, achieving success through hits like “Stupid Girl” and “Only Happy When It Rains”. The …

California Lawmakers Introduce The “Stop Nick Shirley Act”

California Lawmakers Introduce The “Stop Nick Shirley Act”

Published by Jenni Sidey

It would appear that independent journalist Nick Shirley’s expose on medical subsidies fraud in California, largely perpetrated by immigrants, was more devastating to Democrats than anyone could have guessed.  After making waves in Minneapolis by revealing rampant daycare fraud run by Somali migrants feeding on millions in government subsidies (and likely funneling some of that cash to Democrat politicians), Nick Shirley traveled to the Golden State only to find more fraud, including voting scams and medical care scams.  🚨 California is the breeding ground for voter fraud in America, as millions of people vote with no ID, month-long election processes, inaccurate voter rolls, dead people caught voting, even a dog successfully registered to vote, and voter verification is all based on your… pic.twitter.com/7nOIZe5x9D — Nick shirley (@nickshirleyy) February 16, 2026 The investigation has apparently led to at least 21 arrests associated with medical fraud just after Shirley published his report, though no official sources have confirmed a direct connection. This brand of taxpayer theft is an ever present problem within blue states where Democrats and …

Shirley Raines: Cause of death revealed for TikToker known for feeding people on Skid Row

Shirley Raines: Cause of death revealed for TikToker known for feeding people on Skid Row

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Shirley Raines’s cause of death has been revealed nearly one month after the TikToker’s death. Known on social media as “Miss Shirley,” Raines’ death was announced last month in a statement by her non-profit organization, Beauty 2 the Streetz. Her daughter, Danielle Williams, has now confirmed how her mother died. Speaking to TMZ, it was revealed that Raines had hypertensive heart disease, which is damage to the heart caused by unmanaged high blood pressure, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Williams noted that at the time of her mother’s passing, she had a family history of high blood pressure and was being treated for it. While a private service will be held for the TikToker February 23, a date for a public service has not …