Jacklyn Zeman, the beloved screen actor who portrayed Barbara “Bobbie” Spencer across more than 800 episodes of ABC’s “General Hospital,” has passed away at the age of 70 after a short battle with cancer. Her death was announced by “General Hospital” executive producer Frank Valentini, who praised her positive energy and professional attitude. Zeman was remembered fondly by her co-stars and fans alike, and her career spanned over five decades.
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Tom Holland, star of the upcoming Apple TV+ mini-series "The Crowded Room," has revealed that his role in the show has helped him to recognize his own mental health triggers and stressors. He hopes that the series will help to destigmatize mental health issues and encourage people to seek help. The series follows Danny, a teen whose mental health is called into question after he is arrested for a crime he may not have committed, and premieres June 9 on Apple TV+.
Heather Armstrong, pioneering mommy blogger and founder of Dooce.com, has died at the age of 47. Her death was confirmed by her boyfriend, Pete Ashdown, who said she had died by suicide at their Salt Lake City home. Armstrong was known for her honest and open approach to motherhood, her struggles with depression and alcoholism, and her popular website Dooce.com, which she began in 2001. Her death is a tragic loss for the blogging community.
MGN, the publisher of the Daily Mirror, has admitted to unlawfully gathering information about Prince Harry and other celebrities and apologized for its actions. The trial, which began Wednesday, will determine if the Mirror Group is liable for damages for the alleged phone hacking. The case is being closely watched by the British media, as it could set a precedent for how the press is regulated in the U.K.
At the 154th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen named Buddy Holly won the prestigious Best in Show award, marking the first time a PBGV has won the award. Co-owned and handled by Janice Hayes, Buddy Holly beat out six other finalists, including a Pekingese aiming to bring home the third trophy in 11 years for its breed. Buddy Holly's win is a major accomplishment for the PBGV breed, and a testament to the hard work and dedication of Hayes and her team.
Rapper Tory Lanez has been denied a motion for a new trial by a Los Angeles judge on Tuesday, and is now facing sentencing for the three felonies he was convicted of in December for shooting hip-hop star Megan Thee Stallion in the feet and wounding her. The maximum sentence for the charges is 22 years and 8 months in state prison, but the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has said that it will not seek the maximum sentence. The sentencing hearing is scheduled for April 23, 2021.
Controversial TV anchor Tucker Carlson has announced his return to the public eye with a new show on Twitter, claiming the Elon Musk-owned social media platform is one of the few that supports free speech. The move follows Fox's agreement to pay nearly $800 million to Dominion Voting Systems and Don Lemon's firing from CNN, with whom Carlson had a long-running feud. It remains to be seen how Carlson's show will fare on Twitter, but it is sure to be closely watched by those who have followed his career.
Robert De Niro has welcomed his seventh child into the world, surprising fans with the news during an interview to promote his upcoming film "About My Father." He discussed his parenting style, emphasizing his commitment to being a good listener and being there for his children. The 79-year-old two-time Oscar winner is set to return to the big screen this month in the comedy “About My Father.”