Brandon Lewis
December 23, 2025
Wednesday 24th December 2025
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Sports Illustrated says Tom Brady plans to indulge now that he’s retired. When asked what he plans to eat now that he is no longer training for an NFL season, he said, “You know I love key lime pies. That’s my dessert of choice. They will definitely be a few more of those”
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Reba McEntire will sing her favorite spiritual songs on “My Chains Are Gone,” out March 25 in both CD and DVD. The DVD offers fans a recording of McEntire’s 2017 first ever solo headlining show at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville Fans can watch a special broadcast premiere of the performance on UPtv on March 25 at 8 p.m. eastern and April 4 at 2 a.m. eastern Reba is currently out on the road as part of her Reba: Live in Concert tour.
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Mark Wahlberg stars with Tom Holland in Uncharted and Mark says his wife didn’t like the moustache he grew for the movie. “After the movie premiers, I’m going to shave it off and then hopefully I’ll be able to sleep in my room again.” He WANTED to keep the moustache for his next movie but the producers told him absolutely not!…so, ‘Uncharted’ opens in theaters on Friday, February 18th.
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Out of all the great Superbowl commercials one that is getting A LOT of feedback is the ‘Sopranos’ themed Chevrolet commercial. But Jamie-Lynn Sigler who played Tony Sopranos’ daughter Meadow was asked if there was a reboot in the works…”No, no talk. This was I think just an opportunity to have that little moment to do that. I think it was a real gift to fans on behalf of Chevrolet.”
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Lauren Alaina was officially inducted and welcomed as the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry Saturday by her friend/mentor Trisha Yearwood. The Opry was the first major stage Alaina played just a week after she was named runner-up on Season 10 of American Idol, making her Opry debut on June 10, 2011. She has appeared on the Opry more than 50 times since.
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A Quiet Place Part 3 has been officially announced by Paramount, coming after a spinoff movie that will debut in 2023. A Quiet Place Part 3 will premiere in 2025.
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Mike Tyson says he’s open to a rematch with Jake Paul after Jake’s recent loss to Anthony Joshua. Tyson claims this time he’s cracked the code on training, saying he went too hard before and “left most of the fight in the gym.” RadarOnline says Mike thinks a smarter camp would change everything. Which is wild, because the man is still Mike Tyson. If this happens, somebody hide the ear protection… literally.
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Taylor Swift reportedly used to be hesitant about dating athletes until Travis Kelce showed up. A source says her mom encouraged her to give Travis a chance, and now Taylor’s outlook has completely changed. Not only that, insiders claim the relationship has boosted the Chiefs’ global presence. Turns out the tight end also unlocked international brand expansion.
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Lainey Wilson told CMT she stays grounded by remembering where she came from. She said it’s about planting your feet, knowing who you are, standing up for what you believe in, and keeping your people close. Which explains why she can win everything, host award shows, and still sound like the most normal human in Nashville.
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Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are reportedly still neighbors in Nashville as they focus on co-parenting their daughters. Nicole stays in the family home, Keith lives nearby, and they’re even spotted shopping at the same stores…just separately. A source says their dedication to the kids is unwavering. Awkward? Maybe.
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Thanks for a great 2025!! I'll be back in 2026
Jacob Marley is the name of the of Ebenezer Scrooges's deceased business partner and the first of four ghosts that appear in "A Christmas Carol"
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Sad news from the NASCAR world. Greg Biffle, one of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers, has died at age 55 in a plane crash in North Carolina. Authorities say seven people were killed, including Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children. Beyond his racing success, Biffle was widely praised for his humanitarian work, especially helping communities after Hurricane Helene. The racing world is mourning a champion on and off the track.
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Tom Cruise is allegedly on a long, carefully planned mission to become Sir Tom Cruise. A source says this has been years in the making hosting events, shaking hands, embedding himself deep in the British film world. Apparently he knows exactly how the system works and he’s been playing the long game. At this point, don’t be shocked if the next Mission: Impossible ends with him bowing politely and accepting a sword tap on each shoulder.
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Miranda Lambert is developing a new TV series for Hulu inspired by her music and real-life friendships. The show centers on a messy female friendship, an escape from an abusive marriage, and a fresh start in a small Texas town that turns out to be full of secrets. So basically heartbreak, healing, strong women, and Texas drama which is already Miranda’s brand. Country music meets prestige TV.
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Jon Pardi says Christmas music is what keeps his household sane. He’s got two little girls with very big emotions, so songs like Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph are on constant rotation. Forget parenting books the real hack is letting a cartoon reindeer handle crowd control..
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