Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
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E.L.F. Tapped Iris Beilin to Make the Perfect Lip Palette - and It's Only $10
What seems like the perfect palette can often be foiled by one feature: the "wild-card shade." You know what we mean! It's that one out-of-place color that doesn't vibe with the rest of the colors, and it seemingly appears in all palette types. However, influencer Iris Beilin has teamed up with affordable fan favorite E.L.F. to manufacture a lip compact that features six shades you'll actually wear - even the purple.
The limited-edition Mis Amores compact, which contains pigmented, creamy formulas made with conditioning grapeseed and coconut oil, primarily contains tones in varying neutrals and reds. (Iris wanted options for all kinds of moods.) But while the unexpected orchid hue might appear to be the "wild-card shade" to the untrained eye, it's actually an indispensable blending option.
You see, the compact comes with a brush so you can mix up an unlimited number of bespoke lip colors. Use the purple shade to add blue undertones to any of the other shades or to deepen or brighten them. Or, of course - if you're into bright lips! - just wear it straight. The possibilities are endless, making this palette a must buy.
Buy the Mis Amores Lip Palette ($10) starting Jan. 24 in E.L.F. stores and on elfcosmetics.com, or head to the brand's site to buy the cute pouch and palette set for $16.
Superbug resistant to all antibiotics killed Nevada woman, doctors say
A Nevada woman in her 70s who'd recently returned from India died in September from a "superbug" infection that resisted all antibiotics, according to a report released Friday.
Superbug resistant to all antibiotics killed Nevada woman, doctors say
A Nevada woman in her 70s who'd recently returned from India died in September from a "superbug" infection that resisted all antibiotics, according to a report released Friday.
18 Recipes That Prove Tyler Florence Is King of Game Day
If anyone knows how to make game day food, it's chef Tyler Florence. With roots in Greenville, SC, and a popular restaurant called Wayfare Tavern in San Francisco, the Food Network host and chef has tried-and-true recipes for everyone's favorites, from buttermilk biscuits to homemade potato chips and fried chicken. Take a page out of Tyler's book and fuel the inspiration for your own game day get-together with the following 18 crowd-pleasing recipes that will earn you the MVP title.
10 Celebrities With Lookalike Sisters
Besides the obvious, such as twins Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, there are other celebrities that have lookalike sisters. Take Jennifer Garner, for instance, whose older sister Melissa is a dead ringer for the dark-haired beauty. Are you the spitting image of your female sibling(s), or anybody else, for that matter? Take a peek at these celebrity sister lookalikes, and tell us all about it at the end.
These Devoted Pets Supporting Their Breastfeeding Humans Will Make Your Heart Explode
When a newborn enters the home, that love doesn't instantly replace the relationship between mom and her first "baby." These devoted furry companions are still there offering their constant companionship, protection, and support for their mamas even while she is fueling another life. Oftentimes, women can feel alone while breastfeeding but whether it's late at night or in the middle of the afternoon, some lucky women can always count on having their dedicated pet by their side.
Plot Twist! Abigail Spencer's Character on Timeless May Not Be Who You Think She Is
Timeless certainly left us on the edge of our seats during the Winter finale, and this Monday, the show is coming back. After Lucy is kidnapped by Flynn, the rest of the team will do everything they possibly can to get her back - but the rescue won't happen without a few snags. POPSUGAR recently had a chance to sit down with the show's star, Abigail Spencer, and she let us in on some crucial details about the rules of time traveling, the fate of Lucy and Wyatt's relationship, and how Lucy may not be the person we think she is. Keep scrolling as she answers your burning questions about the second half of the season.
POPSUGAR: A lot happened during the Winter finale. How will David Rittenhouse's death effect the present?
Abigail Spencer: That's going to be part of the journey, trying to figure out what did it effect and what did it not? Lucy is going to make a lot of callbacks to the fact that other people had already subscribed to David Rittenhouse's philosophies and how that will carry on, and also, the fact that his son did not die and how that will carry on. We'll pick back up with that exploration.
PS: How will the team function differently now that Lucy is missing?
AS: Wyatt and Rufus are going to have a very distinct mission, which is get Lucy back. There's still the time travel component of it, but Flynn wants Lucy to go do a very specific task, because now, he's even more ignited. Now that David Rittenhouse is dead, and we come back and find out that not everything has changed, he's even more ferocious about his mission. He really needs Lucy. The episode has a really nice twist.
"[Wyatt and Lucy's relationship] is definitely a slow burn. It takes place over a long period of time and you're very invested."
PS: How will Lucy and Wyatt's relationship be tested this season?
AS: What I really appreciate about the show is that it's dealing with the reality that regardless of what Wyatt and Lucy are starting to feel for each other, Wyatt has a very real thing in trying to avenge his wife's death. He wants to bring her back. So, until Wyatt fully explores that, it's very difficult for Wyatt and Lucy to really move beyond that. And also, Lucy still kind of has this pseudo-fiancé floating around. Both of them have to deal with those things and their personal issues before anything can take place with them. It is definitely a slow burn. It takes place over a long period of time and you're very invested.
PS: Last season we saw the team work together with Flynn for the first time. Will that change their dynamic now that they've been on the other side of things?
AS: I think so. Flynn and Lucy's relationship is one of the most interesting to me because it's so complicated. I don't find them to be enemies, even though they're enemies. I don't find them to be friends, even though they're friends. They have a connection. It's funny because Goran [Višnjić] and I were talking about it on set yesterday about how it feels familial, and yet it feels romantic, and yet not romantic. It's a really, really interesting dynamic. And it's totally different than Wyatt. I don't feel like anyone is rooting for Lucy and Flynn to be together, but there is something where we're rooting for them to work together and be on the same side.
"I don't feel like anyone is rooting for Lucy and Flynn to be together, but there is something where we're rooting for them to work together."
PS: This is something I've been wondering for the whole season, but with all this time traveling and changing the present, is it possible for one of the main characters to come back to a reality where they never existed?
AS: Here's the thing, I think anything is possible. We have some really, really simple rules, but what's great about rules is when you can break them. So, I'm looking forward to why, when, and how, those start to get broken. But I really feel that season one is all about establishing rules. We have to introduce Rittenhouse, what is Rittenhouse, who is a part of Rittenhouse, who are our characters, and who is Lucy Preston? The back six episodes are really uncovering and exploring that because what we may find out is that she's not who we think she is.
PS: What other eras will the team travel to and which historical figures will we meet?
AS: We have some really amazing guest actors coming up. In the first episode back, we meet Houdini at the Chicago World Fair, and he's played by this wonderful actor named Michael Drayer, who I just adore. And then, we go to when Jesse James was alive and we meet Bass Reeves, who the Lone Ranger was based on, and what you find out is that the Lone Ranger was actually black and they never reported that in the documents. And then after that we go to the '80s.
PS: What was your favorite episode to shoot, so far?
AS: It's tough, because what I find about the show is that every episode becomes my new favorite. It's a completely new era, a completely new costume, and for me, completely new hair and makeup. Every time that I walk on stage, they call me "the woman of a thousand faces" because I look completely different. Right now, we're shooting 1927, Paris and the makeup and hair is pretty to-die-for. It's hard because when I was doing the Jesse James episode, I was like, "oh, this is my favorite," because it was Western and really rugged and handsome, but now I'm in 1927 and I'm like, "oh this is my favorite episode," because we meet Hemingway and Lindbergh and Josephine Baker. I will say, it's hard to beat 1927, Paris.
PS: Which celebrity would you love to make a guest appearance and which historical figure would you like them to play?
AS: I would love Tatiana Maslany to come on and play Lucy, because she's so amazing. I would love to see what she would do with it. Or, you know what, I would love Leslie Odom Jr. to come on the show. I don't know who I would want him to play, but I want him to come on. There are just so many moments in history that we haven't explored yet, but he has to come on the show and he has to play some incredible unknown singer from the past.
PS: Or he could just play Aaron Burr.
AS: Oh my gosh! Leslie Odom Jr. comes on and plays Aaron Burr.
PS: And then, it's the musical number of the season and everybody sings.
AS: There you go. And then all of a sudden, we're like My Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and we have a hybrid of La La Land.
PS: Oh my gosh, I would love it!
AS: Me too!
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's Contentious Divorce Has Been Finalized
In late May, news broke that Amber Heard had filed for divorce from Johnny Depp, whom she married in a lavish island ceremony in February 2015. Although the couple had seemed happy and the news came out of left field, Amber, 30, also filed a restraining order against the 53-year-old Alice Through the Looking Glass actor, which included allegations of domestic abuse. After much back-and-forth, the former couple finally finalized their divorce in Jan. 2017. Keep reading to see the most important information about their relationship and the events leading up to their settlement.
This post has been updated with new information.
- Amber files for divorce from Johnny. Three days after Johnny's mother passed away, Amber filed for divorce on May 25 and cited irreconcilable differences in her petition. The couple has been married for 15 months and has no prenuptial agreement.
- Johnny speaks out about the ordeal. A short statement given through his representative to Us Weekly on May 26 that said: "Given the brevity of this marriage and the most recent and tragic loss of his mother, Johnny will not respond to any of the salacious false stories, gossip, misinformation, and lies about his personal life. Hopefully the dissolution of this short marriage will be resolved quickly."
- Amber is granted a restraining order from Johnny. The Magic Mike XXL actress filed a domestic violence restraining order accompanied by graphic photos of her bruised face on the morning of May 27. A source told People that the bruises aren't a rare occurrence, saying, "This was not an isolated event" and that "this was only the latest incident." Later that day, Amber was photographed coming out of court after a judge granted her request for temporary order.
- Johnny was photographed fitting an elderly woman with a hearing aid on the afternoon of May 27, during a visit to Lisbon, Portugal, with his band, The Hollywood Vampires. Later that evening, Johnny performed at the Rock in Rio festival and was pictured with his bandmates ahead of the show. While he has yet to release a statement about Amber's claims or the restraining order against him, a judge denied Amber's request for sole possession of their dog, Pistol, stating that there was "insufficient showing of need to protect pet dog."
- Vanessa Paradis and Lily-Rose Depp come to Johnny's defense. Upon hearing about Amber's domestic violence allegations against Johnny, both the actor's ex-partner and daughter penned notes in his support. On May 27, Vanessa wrote, "I believe with all my heart that these recent allegations being made are outrageous," claiming, "In all the years I have known Johnny, he has never been physically abusive with me and this looks nothing like the man I lived with for 14 wonderful years." Likewise, Lily took to Instagram and shared a childhood photo of her and her dad, along with a note that read, "My dad is the sweetest, most loving person I know, he's been nothing but a wonderful father to my little brother and I, and everyone who knows him would say the same."
- Comedian Doug Stanhope claims Amber is blackmailing Johnny. In a guest column for The Wrap, Doug - who has been friends with Johnny for years - wrote at length about how he believes Amber isn't as innocent as she seems. "Amber was now going to leave him, threatening to lie about him publicly in any and every possible duplicitous way if he didn't agree to her terms," he said. "Blackmail is what I would imagine other people might put it, including the manner in which he is now being vilified."
- Amber's lawyer slams blackmail accusations. Attorney Peter Sample was quick to shut down Doug's article about Amber with a follow-up statement to The Wrap that reads: "[The] allegations against Ms. Heard are absolutely and unequivocally false," adding that the claim she's blackmailing Johnny "has no basis in reality and is nothing but the typical celebrity muckraking for profit."
- The legal team for Amber speaks out against Johnny. Lead attorney Samantha F. Spector and cocounsel Joseph P. Koenig provided an in-depth statement to Just Jared on May 31 defending the Magic Mike XXL actress. "As the result of Amber's decision to decline giving an initial statement to the LAPD, her silence has been used against her by Johnny's team. Amber did not provide a statement to the LAPD in an attempt to protect her privacy and Johnny's career," they began, before ending the lengthy statement with, "We took the high road. Unfortunately, Johnny's team immediately went to the press and began viciously attacking Amber's character. Amber is simply a victim of domestic violence, and none of her actions are motivated by money. Amber is a brave and financially independent woman who is showing the courage of her convictions by doing the right thing against Johnny's relentless army of lawyers and surrogates. The Family Law Court is not going to be influenced by misinformation placed in the social media based on anonymous sources. Amber is the victim. Amber is a hero."
- People reveals new photos of a battered Amber. A photo of a bruised Amber appeared on the cover of People's June 13 issue (which was released on June 1). In its exclusive photos, she has both a bruised eye and a cut lip. In its cover story, People also revealed details from the court papers, in which Amber alleges that Johnny showed up at her birthday party "inebriated and high" and "violently shoved me to the floor." She also states that Depp hit her with a cell phone.
- Police are called to Amber and Johnny's home. According to reports, Amber's attorney called law enforcement on June 13, when Johnny's representative showed up to their home to retrieve his belongings. Officer Tony Im of the Los Angeles Police Department told Us Weekly that the move wasn't in violation of Amber's restraining order as neither one of the parties were home at the time. The officers simply stood by to "ensure that only the items listed in the court order were being removed."
- Amber retracts her petition for spousal support. The actress's attorney filed a declaration to withdraw her request for spousal support from Johnny, saying the only reason she requested it was because she thought it was standard procedure in a divorce case. Amber, who wanted $50,000 per month from the actor, says the request is being "used against me to distract and divert the public away from the very serious real issue of domestic violence."
- Amber plans to testify in court. "As of now, the plan is for Amber to testify on Friday," a source told Us Weekly on June 15. According to court documents, Amber stated she "could and would competently testify" if called as a witness. However, Johnny's attorney, Laura Wasser, also filed documents requesting that the court deny Heard's testimony if she failed to "appear for deposition" or did not "produce the requested documents at her deposition." There is no word yet on whether Johnny will attend the hearing.
- Johnny files to keep divorce details private. On July 20, the actor's legal team asked a judge to order that his financial records be kept private throughout the rest of divorce proceedings. His attorney, Laura Wasser, argued that although Amber has the right to see his finances, the media does not. "Johnny is merely trying to protect the documents and information Amber seeks from unwarranted disclosure to the media and other individuals not involved in the case," she said in the official documents.
- Amber accuses her ex of stalling their divorce. In documents obtained by Us Weekly on July 26, it was revealed that Amber has accused Johnny of stonewalling their split. "[Depp] and his counsel's demand for the execution of these two non-disclosure agreements which impose undue financial hardships and burdens on [Heard] are nothing but blatant threats by [Depp] and are illustrative of his continued attempts to thwart real progress in this case," they read.
- The domestic violence hearing gets pushed back. A status hearing was held on Aug. 9, which resulted in Depp and Heard's domestic violence hearing being delayed. The reason for the delay seems to be that neither Depp nor Heard has completed their depositions. Depp's lawyer is requesting that Heard do hers first, and that there be time between hers and his. The hearing is now scheduled to take place on Aug. 17.
- A disturbing video allegedly showing Johnny arguing with Amber leaks. A day before the actress was set to be deposed, a clip surfaced of Johnny throwing a fit over an unknown incident. In the footage, Johnny is seen slamming kitchen cabinets, breaking objects, and yelling at Amber as she appears to record everything on her phone. While many speculated that Amber leaked the footage, she denied those reports on Saturday.
- Johnny and Amber settle their divorce. "Our relationship was intensely passionate and at times volatile, but always bound by love," the two said in a joint statement to TMZ on Aug. 16. "Neither party has made false accusations for financial gains. There was never an intent of physical or emotional harm." According to TMZ, the actress also withdrew her request for a domestic violence restraining order with prejudice, meaning she cannot refile the case.
- Amber's lawyer retracts her statement. After resolving the divorce on Aug. 16, Amber Heard's attorney, Samantha F. Spector, took back her client's previous statement about the settlement. "The statement is untrue and we retract it, without qualification," she told ABC News. "My assertion that Amber Heard has been vindicated in the court of public opinion is not true. We regret the error and apologize to Johnny Depp."
- Amber donates her $7 million divorce settlement to charity. In a statement to People on Aug. 18, the actress revealed that the money would be divided amongst charities with "a particular focus to stop violence against women," including the ACLU and the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles, where she has volunteered for over a decade.
- Johnny refuses to finalize the divorce and donate the settlement. Their divorce hit another snag on Dec. 14 when it was revealed that Johnny still hasn't donated all of the money he owes Amber. In legal documents obtained by E! News, it appears the Pirates of the Caribbean actor is not only pushing back against finalizing the agreement, but has violated a court-allotted timeline of requirements that includes "the division of personal property, shipping [Amber's] belongings from his private island in the Bahamas, transferring a Range Rover into [Amber's] name and Johnny's outstanding debts incurred from cars, Neil Lane jewelry, and stylist fees." So far all he's done is pay the initial $200,000 donation, so Amber and her legal team are fighting back.
- Johnny wants Amber to pay legal fees toward his attorneys' fees and costs. In new court documents filed by Johnny's divorce attorney, Laura Wasser, on Tuesday, the actor is asking that the court order Amber to pay $100,000 toward his attorneys' fees and costs. He also wants that amount deducted from his next divorce settlement payment if Amber fails to pay within 10 days of the court's order.
- Amber's attorney hits back with a spirited reply. In response to Laura Wasser's filing, Amber's attorney Pierce O'Donnell gave a statement to Us Weekly about how they intend to proceed. "After his string of recent setbacks at the box office, I'm glad that Johnny Depp seems to have rediscovered his comic touch with this laughable motion," he said. "It is just another lame attempt by Mr. Depp and his team to not pay my client the money she is owed. We look forward to prevailing in court - and to getting sick children and women in need the money that Mr. Depp is denying them."
- Johnny's team claims Amber just wants her 15 minutes of fame. In new documents obtained by E! News in December 2016, Johnny's team states that Amber is using their divorce to seek more fame. "Her request is entirely unnecessary under the law and suggests a last-ditch effort to garner media attention and somehow further her public persona by virtue of proximity to Johnny Depp. From the inception of this dissolution Amber has sought to build a case in the court of public opinion," the documents state. "Amber is now courting renewed media attention with this unnecessary Request for Order. Her application is not only a blatant attempt to extend her fifteen minutes of fame but also a waste of the Court's limited time and resources and an embarrassing grab for addition and unwarranted attorney's fees."
- Amber fires back. In response to Johnny's statement, the 30-year-old actress claims Johnny and his team "seem to wish to prolong this proceeding as a means of punishing me." Amber, who is asking the court to deny Johnny's request and award her $36,475 in attorney's fees, says, "I want to be divorced from Johnny now." Amber's attorney, Pierce O'Donnell echoed her response, stating that his client "wants the prompt dissolution of marriage." He also alleged that Johnny has "frustrated the final settlement of this matter at every turn through his relentless, mean-spirited campaign against Heard."
- Their divorce is finalized. After months of contentious arguing, TMZ reports that Amber and Johnny will officially be single by the end of the day on Jan. 13. Johnny has agreed to pay Amber $7 million to settle the divorce, and both will foot their own legal bills.
25 Makeup Ideas That Prove Your Dedication to #TeamUnicorn
While we know you're a member of the unicorn tribe all day, every day, it's time you really let the world know it. So up the ante! In addition to your go-to iridescent highlighter and dreamy rainbow hair, top off your look with a horn (which you can actually braid yourself!), then draw inspiration from one of the following fabulous styles.
Britt Robertson LOVES Dr. Phil, and More Tidbits From The Space Between Us Set
Britt Robertson and Asa Butterfield come from two different worlds - at least they do in the new movie The Space Between Us. Coming out on Feb. 3, the sci-fi romance tells the tale of Tulsa (Robertson) and Gardner (Butterfield), teens who begin a friendship online. What Tulsa doesn't know is that Gardner is from Mars. (Now is the time for any "Men are from Mars, women are from Venus" jokes you want to toss out.) We visited the film's Albuquerque set back in October 2015 and chatted with the down-to-Earth actors . . . see what I did there? Because it's a movie about space. Here's what we learned from the budding* superstars!
- Robertson loves Dr. Phil: "Today I watched a really crazy episode of Dr. Phil that I recorded yesterday. It was about the Subway guy, Jared, and the tapes. They play all the recordings of when he was speaking to this woman who was recording it for the FBI. And listening to these tapes was fascinating. Anyway, so that's what I've been doing, getting super depressed and freaked out . . . It's always really fascinating stories. I think as an actor you're constantly observing human behavior and that show is just so good for the actor's mind I guess. You wouldn't meet these people otherwise, that are going through these crazy circumstances. So it's like news, but better."
- Meanwhile, Butterfield passes the time on set by playing Super Smash Bros.: "I play Pikachu most of the time," he said. "It's one of the best. That's my in-between-scenes entertainment."
- He's also into a ton of bands you've never heard of: "I listen to a lot of hip-hop and reggae dance music. Garage, jungle, drum and bass. Have you heard of Gramatik?" (Nope.) "Flying Lotus, J Dilla are cool."
- She still counts Life Unexpected as her favorite experience: "I saw Shiri [Appleby] a couple weeks before I came out here," she said, of her former costar. "She has a baby now so I went and hung out with her, and she's pregnant with her second one so it's good to see her. And Liz [Tigelaar], the creator, she has a baby now too. So lots of babies! And lots of hangout time."
- They had to avoid each other before they could meet: "The first time I met Asa was when I came in for rehearsals early on," said Robertson. "We got to the later part of the day and they were like, 'Oh, Asa's arriving,' and I was gonna go back to my trailer and they were like, 'No, you can't go back to your trailer because Peter, the director, really wants to introduce you two.' So the first part of him being on set was us avoiding one another so that Peter could introduce us, which was a little anti-climactic because he's just a person and I'm a person and we said 'hi' and shook hands and then I was like, 'How's it going?' and he was like, 'good.'
- The movie is right up his alley: "I'm a big science fiction fan," he said. "I think what's great about sci-fi is that everything that you sort of see, it all comes from technology that we already have, but just it's far more advanced. So they are almost giving glimpses into our future, whereas fantasy is totally, totally made up. But this is almost believable, which I think is pretty cool."
*Butterfield's upcoming projects include a WWI drama with Sam Claflin, Departures with Nina Dobrev and Maisie Williams, and The House of Tomorrow. Robertson is starring in A Dog's Purpose and the upcoming Netflix comedy series Girlboss.
1 of Rogue One's Most Badass Sequences Wasn't Even Supposed to Be in the Film
Rogue One has been universally hailed as one of the best movies in the Star Wars franchise. This had a lot to do with the unique, diverse story and the sassy new droid, but the bigger reason is that Rogue One pays homage to A New Hope in beautiful and wonderful ways. Even the last few minutes of prequel film tie seamlessly into to original. Perhaps one of the craziest new factoids to come out about the film, though, is that the final sequence initially looked way different.
Remember what happens at the end? An angry, vengeful Darth Vader intercepts a rebel spaceship and picks off soldiers one by one with his lightsaber and some pretty impressive Force work. Then, of course, we catch a glimpse of Princess Leia. Here's the thing: according to a new interview with Yahoo!, that Darth Vader sequence almost didn't happen. Or, more accurately, it wasn't added until postproduction. "That was something conceptualized a little later," editor John Gilroy revealed. "It was a fantastic add . . . a really great punch in the arm and something I think fans wanted to see." In fact, that scene was added so late in the game that a different actor stepped into the Vader suit. While Spencer Wilding played the villain for most of the movie, it was Daniel Naprous who was recruited for this final part. Can you image if the scene hadn't made it in?!
This Is Already Turning Out to Be Selena Gomez's Sexiest Year Yet
Selena Gomez is back from her 2016 hiatus with a vengeance. Not only is the singer working on a new album (and collaborations with Paulina Rubio and possibly Maluma), she also teased a Wizards of Waverly Place reunion, made out with rumored new boyfriend The Weeknd in the streets of Los Angeles, and posed for a now-deleted topless and thong-clad photo - wow, right?
If all of that is any indication, Selena will surely have her hottest year ever. We predict she'll show off an even more revealing sense of style, give us more sultry Instagram selfies and magazine spreads, and probably come out with the most sensual album cover she's yet to give us. Scroll ahead for her sexiest moments so far.
Opera singer Rhonda Head overcame brain tumours to reclaim her voice
Opera singer Rhonda Head has had a life much like the music she loves, full of adventure, trials and triumphs. The mezzo-soprano from Opaskawayak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba discovered opera when she left her small community to go to school in Toronto.
Opera singer Rhonda Head overcame brain tumours to reclaim her voice
Opera singer Rhonda Head has had a life much like the music she loves, full of adventure, trials and triumphs. The mezzo-soprano from Opaskawayak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba discovered opera when she left her small community to go to school in Toronto.
Kate Mara and Jamie Bell Are Engaged!
Kate Mara and Jamie Bell are taking a huge step in their romance, as E! News confirms the two are engaged. Kate and Jamie, who starred together in the 2015 reboot of Fantastic Four, were first spotted showing PDA at a Met Gala afterparty in May 2015. Since then, they've been photographed on a number of sweet outings together, including a cuddly stroll in New York in October 2015. This will be the first marriage for Kate, while Jamie shares a 3-year-old son with his ex-wife, Evan Rachel Wood, whom he was married to from 2012 until 2014. Congrats to the happy couple!
The 1 Thing Miguel Wanted His Fifty Shades Darker Cover of Beyoncé's "Crazy in Love" to Accomplish
It's not always easy to make the transition from musician to movie star, but judging from his acting debut in the new movie, Live by Night, Miguel just might have what it takes. The 1920s American crime drama, written and directed by Ben Affleck, chronicles the rise of relentless gangsters throughout the United States following the prohibition of alcohol in the country and is based off of the 2012 novel of the same name.
We recently caught up with Miguel during a busy press day ahead of the release of the movie to get his thoughts on acting in a major role for the first time, bonding on set with Zoe Saldana, and what it took to truly transform himself into a savvy Cuban businessman on screen. Keep reading to see all the juicy tidbits Miguel shared about his movie-making experience ahead.
Is There a TV Costar Curse? 33 Couples That Couldn't Make It Work
Remember how bummed we were when The Vampire Diaries' Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder broke up? Luckily they've been able to remain friends, but they certainly aren't the first TV costars to strike up (and then end) a romantic relationship - small-screen duos like Rachel Bilson and Adam Brody, Blake Lively and Penn Badgley, and Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron also hooked up during their downtime, and leading ladies like Jennifer Garner, Emily VanCamp, and Sophia Bush were lucky enough to find love on more than one set. Scroll through to see 33 couples that took their love off screen - and even worked together well past their demise.
If You Love The Chainsmokers' New Song, "Paris," It's Probably Because of This Singer
The Chainsmokers released their new single "Paris" on Friday, and the song is already taking the top spot on many a weekend party playlist. The upbeat track, which is a follow-up to the duo's 2016 hit "Closer," doesn't feature Halsey, or Selena Gomez, or French singer Luane (as was previously reported), but instead an uncredited singer named Emily Warren. The Chainsmokers' manager, Adam Alpert, confirmed the news to Billboard on Friday; the 24-year-old NYC-based singer-songwriter also co-wrote the The Chainsmokers' top 10 hit "Don't Let Me Down" and lent her vocals to 2015's "Until You Were Gone." She's also written songs for Fifth Harmony, Sean Paul, and Shawn Mendes.
After "Paris" was released, Emily posted a snippet of the song on Instagram and poked fun at the Selena Gomez rumors, writing, "Haters will say it's Selena." In addition to hearing her stunning voice on "Paris," you can also enjoy this recent collaboration with Frenship - which you definitely don't be able to get out of your head.
These Cute Photos of Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth Will Slap a Smile on Your Face
There's no denying that Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth have hit a few bumps in the road over the course of their on-again, off-again relationship. After dating for four years, getting engaged, and then calling off their engagement back in September 2013, they got back together a little over two years later, and it seems like their adorable romance is now stronger than ever. In between all the ups and downs have been some pretty memorable moments, so click through to relive every sweet second Miley and Liam have shared together in the spotlight.
Avocados Are in Every Dish at This Restaurant and It Feels So Ripe
Prepare all your toast - it's about to meet some delicious avocado magic. Three avoca-bros have come together to create a place where all your avocado-based fantasies will become reality.
Laurie Hernandez's 2017 Goals Are Downright Adorbs - and Perfect For a 16-Year-Old
Just when you thought Puerto Rican gymnast Laurie Hernandez couldn't get any more adorable, she goes on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and basically melts your entire existence with her cuteness.
The Olympian and Dancing With the Stars champ - that was all last year, by the way - chatted with Ellen on Jan. 12, opening up about her 2017 goals. "I think I want to go on a date," she told Ellen. "I've never been on a date before. And I want to get my driver's license." Two fab goals for any 16-year-old, right? As far as what kind of guy Laurie's looking for, she quipped, "As long as he looks like Dave Franco, then it's fine." Preach! Watch the adorable full-length interview above, then relive Laurie's glorious 2016.
Dad Starts Adorable Tradition With His Daughter to Go on Monthly Dates
"My husband decided once a month he will take our little girl out on a 'date' where she gets all dressed up and gets taken out for cake and ice cream," wrote Caitlin Fladager in a post to Facebook featuring photos of her daughter and husband, Noah, prepping for their first outting together. The photos show the pair picking out what to wear, her daughter all dressed up for her evening out, and one of Noah holding the door open for her as she struts through.
Not only are these sweet dates a way for her little girl and dad to bond outside the house, but Fladager says they're a way for Noah to set an good example. "She loved it was so happy when she got home," Fladager wrote. "She will always know how she deserves to be treated because her dad sets such a high example."
The People's Choice Awards Have Always Been One Big Party
The People's Choice Awards are right around the corner, and in honor of the fun show, we've rounded up some of the best moments from years past. From Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez's BFF moments to a then-married Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson joking around with their statue, the PCAs are always one big party. Here's hoping this year's show, which airs at 9 p.m. EST on CBS on Jan. 18, will be just as good.
17 Amy's Staples Every Busy Person Needs
Vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free folks, and health-conscious eaters alike turn to Amy's Kitchen for convenient canned soups and frozen dinners. The organic, non-GMO company offers dozens of items, but which ones are truly the best? Our editors weighed in on their favorites, so on your next grocery run, you can rest assured the $6 meal you just picked up is bound to be comfort food at its finest.
17 Amy's Staples Every Busy Person Needs
Vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free folks, and health-conscious eaters alike turn to Amy's Kitchen for convenient canned soups and frozen dinners. The organic, non-GMO company offers dozens of items, but which ones are truly the best? Our editors weighed in on their favorites, so on your next grocery run, you can rest assured the $6 meal you just picked up is bound to be comfort food at its finest.
Why Didn't Anybody Tell Me: Wispy, Shedding Hair
I lived for the luxe locks I sported during and immediately after my pregnancies. I paraded around like a supermodel, tossing my hair from side to side as if everyone in the world were mesmerized by my thick, shiny strands that seemed to grow by the second. I was even prepared for the postpartum hair loss many women experience once their pregnancy hormones subside.
What I wasn't prepared for was the wispy bangs that seemed to appear overnight around my face. I awoke one morning, about five months after delivering my son, and as I stood there blow drying my hair, I couldn't get the lion's mane of wisps to stay down. I tried different hair serums, headbands, and hats before I just gave into the baby-fine hair that seemed to stay with me for months. In fact, I would marvel in the fact that my tot was ready for his first haircut around the same time my wisps finally blended in with the rest of my hair!
So what should women know about that postpartum shedding and wispy new bangs? Dr. Alan J. Bauman, board-certified hair restoration physician, explained to POPSUGAR exactly what moms need to realize about their changing post-baby hair.
- How common is postpartum hair loss?
Although it may not be one of the most discussed postpartum topics, Bauman explained that hair loss is much more common than many women realize - and has been shown to negatively affect between 40 and 50 percent of women who were recently pregnant. - What actually causes it?
Fluctuating hormones during pregnancy can cause many women to experience a surge in hair follicles, leading to thicker and more luscious hair. However, when the hormones decrease after you give birth, so can your hair. "Because of natural hair growth cycling, every day, a certain percentage of hair follicles on the scalp are 'resting' and therefore not producing hair," Bauman explained. "While pregnant, many women see a surge in their estrogen and progesterone levels, which is believed to shift many of the resting follicles into the natural 'growing' phase. After the baby is born, these hormone levels, along with the resting and growing ratios, return to the pre-pregnancy level. It is this sudden change that often causes the hair to noticeably shed and hair volume to decrease." - Is it permanent?
This type of hair loss is usually only temporary, however Bauman explains that how long and how severely a woman sheds following pregnancy depends on the individual. - When does it start?
Postpartum hair loss isn't immediate. "Loss usually occurs between three and six months postpartum, and varies in severity for each woman," Bauman said. - When does it stop?
According to Bauman, the excessive shedding usually stops as the growth cycles return to normal. This typically occurs anywhere from six to twelve months after delivery. - How long does it take your hair to recover?
Depending on the hair length that you started with, it can take a year or more for your hair to"feel" back normal but there is no guarantee. "Unfortunately for some women, especially those at high risk for hereditary hair loss, their head of hair never seems to regain its original volume," Bauman said. - Could this be a sign of something bigger?
The severe shedding that occurs after pregnancy could be indicative of things to come later in life. "Many women with significant hereditary female pattern hair loss during menopause often tell me that their shedding and hair loss after pregnancy was severe and that their hair unfortunately never returned to its normal pre-pregnancy state," Bauman said. "If there is a hereditary hair loss history (mother's or father's side and either gender), and postpartum hair loss is severe, this warrants tracking by a hair restoration physician who can create a 'master plan' for intervening if necessary." - What can women experiencing excessive shedding do to treat it?
There are several options for women who are experiencing worrisome postpartum shedding. To help maintain hair follicles and stimulate healthy hair growth, Bauman advises talking to your doctor about nutritional supplements. "Keep in mind however, that these are not going to change the rate of hair growth or the amount of follicles in a growth phase. In order to favorably influence hair growth cycling, after childbirth I usually recommend low-level FDA-cleared laser light therapy, because it is non-chemical and has absolutely no side-effects," he said. "We could also consider applying an effective prescription topical medication to the scalp or performing a 'Vampire' PRP Platelet Rich Plasma treatment, as long as the new mom is not nursing."
- Additional reporting by Lauren Levy
17 Amy's Staples Every Busy Person Needs
Vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free folks, and health-conscious eaters alike turn to Amy's Kitchen for convenient canned soups and frozen dinners. The organic, non-GMO company offers dozens of items, but which ones are truly the best? Our editors weighed in on their favorites, so on your next grocery run, you can rest assured the $6 meal you just picked up is bound to be comfort food at its finest.
We've Never Seen Jason Momoa Having as Much Fun as He Is in This Interview
It's always hard to pull our eyes away from Jason Momoa, but it's especially impossible to stop watching him in this adorable video interview about his upcoming Netflix show, Frontier. In it, Momoa tells The Hollywood Reporter all about doing his own superhero stunts, why he's passionate about his latest project, and who would win in a fight between Khal Drogo, Aquaman, and Declan Harp (his Netflix character). Trust us when we say you'll want to watch him over and over . . . and over and over and over again.
My Sister and I Got Tested For the Breast Cancer Gene - and Only 1 of Us Was Negative
It was hard to believe that, at just 25 years old, I needed to see a breast-cancer specialist. As I waited on the exam table, all I could think about was my mom's battle with breast cancer and the fight my stepmom lost to the disease. Memories flooded my mind. Clumps of hair on my stepmom's pillow. The sound of my mother sobbing the night following her mastectomy. I was all too familiar with what a woman's battle with breast cancer can look like, and I knew it wasn't something I was prepared to face myself.
At my routine gynecological checkup just a few weeks earlier, my doctor asked about my family's medical history. It was my first time seeing this ob-gyn, so while getting her up to speed, I mentioned that my mom is BRCA1 positive. BRCA is the "breast cancer gene," and I knew there was a 50/50 chance I'd inherit it from her. I could tell this new information caught the doctor's attention. She lifted her head from my medical records, looked at me intently, and asked, "What were your test results?" When I admitted I hadn't been tested yet, her concern was clear. She told me about her patient who had inherited the BRCA gene from her mother. She was in her late 20s and had already been diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. "When young women are diagnosed with breast cancer, it is often very aggressive and fast spreading," she warned me. The message was clear: I could not afford to wait any longer. I needed to get this test as soon as possible.
On my way home from that appointment, I called my older sister, Holly, to spill everything my doctor told me and urge her to get tested, too. It was a wake-up call for both of us. We had known for years that our mother was a carrier of the BRCA1 gene, but it didn't seem like we should worry ourselves with the test until we were at least in our 30s. Holly, who is two years older than I am, promised to make an appointment the next day.
At the specialist's office, they gave me a robe with a little pink breast-cancer ribbon to wear. I wondered if hospital gowns and needles would soon become a "normal" part of my life. My anxiety began to spike. What if I do carry the breast cancer gene? Do I have to get my breasts and ovaries removed? What about my chances at having children one day? How the heck will I afford the treatments?
The appointment started with a breast exam, followed by a detailed account of my family medical history and a quick cheek swab to gather a saliva sample to send to the genetic testing lab. The doctor told me what being BRCA positive would mean for me and what the next steps would be should I carry the gene. I could opt for a double mastectomy with or without reconstruction. Alternatively, we could stick to breast exams and internal ovarian ultrasounds every six months to monitor for any developments. She didn't go into too much detail; she told me we would discuss my options in depth when the results were in. I was doing my best to stay calm, but my head was already spinning. My mind kept going back to my 10-year-old self, sitting next to my mom in the hospital, a chemo drip in her arm. Even as a kid, I was in awe of the strength she showed. I wasn't sure I could be as strong.
There was a real possibility that my body - so closely tied to my identity as a woman - could literally kill me.
That night, I tortured myself by reading article after article on the breast cancer gene. I learned that women who carry either BRCA1 or BRCA2 have a 40 to 65 percent risk of developing breast cancer by age 70 vs. an average woman's lifetime risk of 12 percent. Carriers of the mutated genes also have about a 11 to 39 percent chance of developing ovarian cancer vs. a less than two percent risk for an average woman. The facts were overwhelming. By the time my boyfriend arrived home, I'd been researching BRCA for an hour and had sufficiently scared myself. I began to cry as soon as he hugged me. For the first time in my life, I was scared about my future and my health. There was a real possibility that my body - so closely tied to my identity as a woman - could literally kill me.
It would be two weeks until I received my results. I often found myself anxiously counting down the days until I would get the call. I didn't allow myself to do any more research after that first night; it just wasn't making me feel any better. My mom would check in every few days to see if I had received my results. "I feel so guilty, Sarah," she told me during one of our weekend phone chats. She knew firsthand the battle that my sister and I might have ahead of us. "I don't want for you both to go through what I did."
While I waited for my results to come in, my sister, who lives in England, also started the testing process. There was a sense of comfort in knowing that I wasn't in this alone, and it was a huge help to have someone to compare notes with. For example, we were both surprised to find that, beyond the emotional cost of getting the test, it was relatively affordable. I have a PPO health-insurance plan through work, and due to the prevalent history of breast cancer in my family, my medical insurance covered the cost of the test. In total, I paid less than $100 for the doctor's visit and lab fees, and my sister's testing was completely covered by England's National Health Service.
I was at my desk at work when I finally received the call with my results. I saw the caller ID and I immediately wished I was somewhere more private. "Sarah? It's Dr. Amersi. I'm calling with the results." Once I heard her say the word "negative," everything that followed was a blur. The sense of relief brought me to tears. But as I put down my phone, that relief was eclipsed by another wave of anxiety. Holly still hadn't received her results. She hadn't always had the best luck in life, and I couldn't help but worry that she could be positive for BRCA1.
When my sister did call weeks later, she confirmed our worst fear. "I don't have the best news, I'm afraid," she said in her typically soft, calm voice. My heart sank. "I'm completely terrified, but I feel lucky to I know before it's too late," she admitted.
Holly is still deciding how she wants to proceed now that she knows she has the gene. It's likely she'll undergo a double mastectomy, and she's considering her family planning options for the future. A few weeks after she got her diagnosis, as she mulled over the difficult choices she was faced with, I asked if she regretted getting tested. She said absolutely not. While I might never understand exactly what she's going through, I completely understood her answer. Holly and I have seen the devastation that breast cancer can cause up close, and the test literally gave her the power to save her own life. I hope our story can convince young women who have a family history of breast and ovarian cancer to get tested and find out if they carry the BRCA gene. My family knows all too well that having that knowledge is a luxury so many women do not have until it's too late.
My Sister and I Got Tested For the Breast Cancer Gene - and Only 1 of Us Was Negative
It was hard to believe that, at just 25 years old, I needed to see a breast-cancer specialist. As I waited on the exam table, all I could think about was my mom's battle with breast cancer and the fight my stepmom lost to the disease. Memories flooded my mind. Clumps of hair on my stepmom's pillow. The sound of my mother sobbing the night following her mastectomy. I was all too familiar with what a woman's battle with breast cancer can look like, and I knew it wasn't something I was prepared to face myself.
At my routine gynecological checkup just a few weeks earlier, my doctor asked about my family's medical history. It was my first time seeing this ob-gyn, so while getting her up to speed, I mentioned that my mom is BRCA1 positive. BRCA is the "breast cancer gene," and I knew there was a 50/50 chance I'd inherit it from her. I could tell this new information caught the doctor's attention. She lifted her head from my medical records, looked at me intently, and asked, "What were your test results?" When I admitted I hadn't been tested yet, her concern was clear. She told me about her patient who had inherited the BRCA gene from her mother. She was in her late 20s and had already been diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. "When young women are diagnosed with breast cancer, it is often very aggressive and fast spreading," she warned me. The message was clear: I could not afford to wait any longer. I needed to get this test as soon as possible.
On my way home from that appointment, I called my older sister, Holly, to spill everything my doctor told me and urge her to get tested, too. It was a wake-up call for both of us. We had known for years that our mother was a carrier of the BRCA1 gene, but it didn't seem like we should worry ourselves with the test until we were at least in our 30s. Holly, who is two years older than I am, promised to make an appointment the next day.
At the specialist's office, they gave me a robe with a little pink breast-cancer ribbon to wear. I wondered if hospital gowns and needles would soon become a "normal" part of my life. My anxiety began to spike. What if I do carry the breast cancer gene? Do I have to get my breasts and ovaries removed? What about my chances at having children one day? How the heck will I afford the treatments?
The appointment started with a breast exam, followed by a detailed account of my family medical history and a quick cheek swab to gather a saliva sample to send to the genetic testing lab. The doctor told me what being BRCA positive would mean for me and what the next steps would be should I carry the gene. I could opt for a double mastectomy with or without reconstruction. Alternatively, we could stick to breast exams and internal ovarian ultrasounds every six months to monitor for any developments. She didn't go into too much detail; she told me we would discuss my options in depth when the results were in. I was doing my best to stay calm, but my head was already spinning. My mind kept going back to my 10-year-old self, sitting next to my mom in the hospital, a chemo drip in her arm. Even as a kid, I was in awe of the strength she showed. I wasn't sure I could be as strong.
There was a real possibility that my body - so closely tied to my identity as a woman - could literally kill me.
That night, I tortured myself by reading article after article on the breast cancer gene. I learned that women who carry either BRCA1 or BRCA2 have a 40 to 65 percent risk of developing breast cancer by age 70 vs. an average woman's lifetime risk of 12 percent. Carriers of the mutated genes also have about a 11 to 39 percent chance of developing ovarian cancer vs. a less than two percent risk for an average woman. The facts were overwhelming. By the time my boyfriend arrived home, I'd been researching BRCA for an hour and had sufficiently scared myself. I began to cry as soon as he hugged me. For the first time in my life, I was scared about my future and my health. There was a real possibility that my body - so closely tied to my identity as a woman - could literally kill me.
It would be two weeks until I received my results. I often found myself anxiously counting down the days until I would get the call. I didn't allow myself to do any more research after that first night; it just wasn't making me feel any better. My mom would check in every few days to see if I had received my results. "I feel so guilty, Sarah," she told me during one of our weekend phone chats. She knew firsthand the battle that my sister and I might have ahead of us. "I don't want for you both to go through what I did."
While I waited for my results to come in, my sister, who lives in England, also started the testing process. There was a sense of comfort in knowing that I wasn't in this alone, and it was a huge help to have someone to compare notes with. For example, we were both surprised to find that, beyond the emotional cost of getting the test, it was relatively affordable. I have a PPO health-insurance plan through work, and due to the prevalent history of breast cancer in my family, my medical insurance covered the cost of the test. In total, I paid less than $100 for the doctor's visit and lab fees, and my sister's testing was completely covered by England's National Health Service.
I was at my desk at work when I finally received the call with my results. I saw the caller ID and I immediately wished I was somewhere more private. "Sarah? It's Dr. Amersi. I'm calling with the results." Once I heard her say the word "negative," everything that followed was a blur. The sense of relief brought me to tears. But as I put down my phone, that relief was eclipsed by another wave of anxiety. Holly still hadn't received her results. She hadn't always had the best luck in life, and I couldn't help but worry that she could be positive for BRCA1.
When my sister did call weeks later, she confirmed our worst fear. "I don't have the best news, I'm afraid," she said in her typically soft, calm voice. My heart sank. "I'm completely terrified, but I feel lucky to I know before it's too late," she admitted.
Holly is still deciding how she wants to proceed now that she knows she has the gene. It's likely she'll undergo a double mastectomy, and she's considering her family planning options for the future. A few weeks after she got her diagnosis, as she mulled over the difficult choices she was faced with, I asked if she regretted getting tested. She said absolutely not. While I might never understand exactly what she's going through, I completely understood her answer. Holly and I have seen the devastation that breast cancer can cause up close, and the test literally gave her the power to save her own life. I hope our story can convince young women who have a family history of breast and ovarian cancer to get tested and find out if they carry the BRCA gene. My family knows all too well that having that knowledge is a luxury so many women do not have until it's too late.
Listen to Halsey's Steamy Contribution to the Fifty Shades Darker Soundtrack
With mere weeks to go until the release of Fifty Shades Darker, our Winter is getting a whole lot steamier. And no, we're not just talking about the film's hot trailers and handful of teaser pictures. We're referring more to the full soundtrack, which is packed with high-profile names from Sia to John Legend. Up until this week, we'd only really gotten a taste of Taylor Swift and Zayn Malik's collab, but now Halsey has added her song, "Not Afraid Anymore," to the mix. Check it out below.
HBO's Documentary About the Paris Attacks Looks Deeply Affecting
Unless you're a metalhead, the first time you heard of the band Eagles of Death Metal was probably on Nov. 13, 2015, when terrorists attacked the Bataclan theater in Paris. The band was playing a sold-out show when gunmen opened fire in the venue, killing 89 people. Months later, U2 invited the group to return to Paris and join them at their concert, in a show of solidarity with their fans - and the country. Colin Hanks (who met the band when he made 2015's All Things Must Pass: The Rise and Fall of Tower Records) documented their journey and has turned it into a movie for HBO: Eagles of Death Metal: Nos Amis, meaning "Our Friends." It will premiere on Feb. 13.
Issa Rae Assures You: She Is as Insecure and Awkward as Ever
Issa Rae is rolling up to a cocktail party on Sunset Boulevard to celebrate the HBO show she created and where signature cocktails inspired by the character she earned a Golden Globe nomination for playing on it are being raised in her honor. But the star of HBO's Insecure insists the title of the series still describes her to a T.
Issa built a name for herself with her YouTube series Awkward Black Girl, which led to Insecure. Clearly, she has made it, is envied by millions, and is an independent, self-made woman. So I can't help but ask her if she worries about straying too far from the authenticity of those adjectives that made her shows - and her - connect with audiences. She doesn't even blink before answering. "Not at all. It's not going anywhere," she shakes her head. "Even at the Golden Globes, I was like, 'Oh. I'm never gonna feel like this is like a normal thing, and I'm never gonna feel comfortable, and that's OK with me.' [Insecure] is about a journey to growing confident in your insecurities, and I feel like I'm further along on that journey than that character is currently . . . but it's a journey, nonetheless."
I sat down with Issa, a group of fellow writers, and one of those aforementioned cocktails (the "Drunk AF," which is billed as a cocktail to order when you'd rather be at home with a bag of Flamin' Hot Cheetos and ranch dip) at the LA bash. Issa talked about feeling pressure to speak on behalf of the black community, the audience divide over Insecure's first season finale, and how she learned to operate like a "boss-ass b*tch." Read on for highlights from our conversation.
On Her Night at the Golden Globes
"I was so glad to experience them, but I'm just so glad they're over. It hit me on that week . . . I was like, 'Oh, holy sh*t! This is like, a worldwide thing! People are gonna be watching.' And people in my family started hyping it up like, 'Oh my God! What's the dress?' It hit me in a major way. But being there, I felt like I was just surrounded by all the people that I love. Heroes. And of course I always feel out of place, so it was just like, a voyeuristic experience if anything.
"I loved Tracee Ellis Ross's speech. That was also like, 'Thank God!' 'cause she knew I didn't have anything prepared. I wasn't gonna be able to do that. And then I love Meryl [Streep], hands down. I think that she's just such a responsible artist and I admire that."
On the Women Who Taught Her to Be a "Boss-Ass B*tch"
"I was at dinner with Shonda Rhimes, Ava DuVernay, Debbie Allen, and Mara Brock Akil; these women that I shared an Essence cover with. I was in a pivotal [career] moment, where I was just trying to decide whether I should put my foot down. And they each told their individual stories about being in my exact position and how putting their foot down is what led them to being where they are today.
"It was just like, I'm sitting at this table with these boss-ass women and I'm being hesitant about whether I should put my foot down about something that clearly isn't right for me. If I'm even questioning this, then I don't deserve to be at this table, and I'll never get to their level. So it was just a very enlightening moment for me, where I was like, if I wanna be a boss-ass b*tch, I have to do boss-ass b*tch things!"
On Whether She Feels Pressure to Represent Black Stories
"I didn't feel the pressure because I made it clear that we're telling a very specific black story. I was kinda alleviated of that pressure because there were so many other shows out there. I was like, 'Oh, this won't be an issue, because if people aren't messing with our show, then they'll watch Queen Sugar, or Being Mary Jane.' Still, despite me saying that this is a specific story, despite there being other options, I did get some backlash. How me and my friends are, and what is this saying about black women. You can't win either way."
On the Current State of Diversity in Movies and on TV
"It's such a small world and such a small community, but it does feel like we're taking the reins ourselves in so many ways. And that seems promising. Even just the changing of the guard behind the scenes that feels, first of all, inevitable. It feels so necessary, and people are demanding alternative stories at this point, so it feels refreshing. Whereas before, I was a little bit hesitant and skeptical - like, 'Oh, is this just gonna be a trend?' But you're really seeing a shift happening, and I think in this political climate now, people more than ever are demanding those new voices."
On Whether the Show Will Get More Political Post-Election
"I think it'll get as political as real conversations do. That's as far as we'll go; like, how you talk to your friends about it. We also don't want it to feel dated in a way. We want to be topical without being, like, we watch this 10 years from now - four years from now! - and we're like, 'Remember when Trump was president? That was crazy.'"
On How Split Fans Were Over the First Season Finale
"I love how divided people were, I wasn't expecting that, and I love, love, love it. That's real life. When anybody makes a decision, people are split. That is something that we want to continue to embrace moving forward."
Season one of Insecure, and the show's soundtrack, are both available for download now.
Bet You Forgot About Angelina Jolie's Other Famous Flings
Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt last year, and the news has been met with millions of dropped jaws (including George Clooney's). While Brad and Angie's romance began on the set of Mr. and Mrs. Smith back in 2004, the stunning actress has a list of ex-lovers that includes Billy Bob Thornton, Colin Farrell, and model/actress Jenny Shimizu, whom she worked with on the movie Foxfire in 1996. Keep reading to see who Angelina has loved (and lost) over the years.
Gina Rodriguez Reminds Us Why She's a Body-Positive Role Model With 1 Twitter Exchange
Gina Rodriguez is known for her body positivity. The Jane the Virgin star has been super open about her battle with Hashimoto's disease, a thyroid disorder, and its effect on her weight, but she doesn't let it get her down. She's confident. She's fierce. And she's spreading that message of self-love like wildfire with her fans on social media.
Enter her recent Twitter exchange with a fan who loved her Naeem Khan dress at the Golden Globes (same). Twitter user babie2006 commented that she wanted a similar tinsel-inspired number but felt like she'd need to "lose weight to rock it like you girl."
Gina wasn't having any of that self-doubt and responded with the most epic, uplifting words of encouragement, ultimately reminding us why she's a body-positive role model. Read what she had to say below.
Girl you ain't gotta lose nothing! Trust me. Fierce is fierce no matter what size. Remember it. Write it down. Then walk with your goodness. https://t.co/oGcOD5V6Xq
- Gina Rodriguez (@HereIsGina) January 10, 2017
Needless to say, Gina totally made this fan's day.
@HereIsGina I gotta be honest, I'm feeling great after reading your tweet. Thank you for schooling me but in an inspiring way.
- babie89 (@babie2006) January 11, 2017
5 Things You Need to Be the Ultimate Fifty Shades of Grey Fan
If you count Fifty Shades of Grey among your favorite movies and you can't wait for the upcoming release of Fifty Shades Darker, we have the perfect gift for you. Behold, the five things that you need to know to step up your game from fan to superfan. Assuming you already bought handcuffs, burlesque candles, and all the other Fifty Shades accoutrements, you need to buckle down and get the basics. Take a look!
Olivia Palermo's Secret to Beating Winter Chill Is in These 7 Coats
Olivia Palermo has one of the strongest coat collections we've ever seen. Based on her street style looks, we found a good mix of statement fur pieces and dressed-down options like puffers, too. Naturally, Olivia pulls off all these outerwear styles with ease. That's probably because she has a knack for zeroing in on what makes a coat special, whether it's the buttons or pockets, and she pays attention to the fit on her silhouette.
Though we know Olivia has more coats than we can count, we've narrowed down the seven most practical and stylish ones for Winter. You also don't have to look far for similar shopping picks, since we took the inspiration from her closet and included some cool coat selections below.
The Show Is Over, So Let's Talk About the Globes Afterparty Dresses
Right after getting a glamorous dose of red carpet gowns at the 2017 Golden Globes, we're hit with some pretty fantastic afterparty looks. In Hollywood, the fun doesn't start until there is an outfit change, so you best be ready for some more eye-catching dresses and jumpsuits. Read on to see which afterparty ensembles were the crème de la crème.
How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex at Every Age
Hearing the phrase "sex talk" probably reminds you of the embarrassing conversation you had with your own parents about the birds and the bees when you were a teenager, but the truth of the matter is that we should be discussing sex with our kids from a much younger age. You likely just had a thought flash through your head about your child's innocence and how ridiculous it would be to try to explain reproduction to a toddler, but sex is multifaceted and the actual act of sex isn't the only topic to cover when it comes to this sensitive subject (think back to when your 3-year-old took his penis out in the grocery store that one time, which could have been avoided - maybe - if you had discussed appropriate times to whip it out beforehand).
We know, we know, this stuff is AWKWARD, but read through for a few easy tips to help you figure out how to talk to your child about sex at every age.
8 of the Best Weight-Loss Programs For Women
Looking to drop some pounds? These fitness and nutrition programs are focused on losing weight and toning up - created by women, for women. With different approaches to fitness and food, these programs are customizable to your needs. Pick a program based on your desired length, from three weeks to 12.
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