Brandon Lewis
December 23, 2025
Thursday 25th December 2025
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Tom Hanks just launched a packaged goods company called Hanx for Our Troops. And he’s giving 100% of its profits to organizations that provide aid to U.S. military veterans and their families. Their first product is coffee. It comes in three different flavors. Tom said, quote, “By choosing our coffee, you help support those who chose to commit their time and efforts in defense of our liberties for the good cause that is the American Way . . .
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Gabby Barrett is an addicted…and her drug of choice is SHOES!! “I feel like I collect shoes but I just haven’t admitted it to myself yet. I have quite too many shoes… some that I have not even worn yet but swear I would have by now…so I think shoes.” It could be worse…it could have been Back Scratchers…
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BuzzFeed put together a list of surprising jobs celebrities had before they were famous…can you imagine Whoopi Goldberg as a morgue beautician, Megan Fox working at a smoothie shop in Florida, which included dressing up as a giant banana. Or Christopher Walken He was a lion tamer trainee when he was 16. Matthew McConaughey Cleaned out chicken coops.
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Here’s a quiz – Who said, “Before I go on stage, I smoke a Marlboro and drink a cup of coffee.” If you guessed Trace Adkins, you’d be right!! Sharing his process before he goes on stage, with Rob Lowe on his podcast. He added; “I took voice when I was in college, so I know the way you’re supposed to do it. I know all the warm-up and breathing techniques, and things you do to loosen up and everything but like a lot of other things in my life . . . I just don’t do it.”
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Tracy Lawrence celebrated “Giving Tuesday” by donating $60,000 to fight homelessness across Middle Tennessee. It involved him hand-delivering $10,000 to six different charities through his “Mission: Possible” organization. On top of that, Tracy’s annual Turkey Fry and Benefit Concert fed over 9,600 of those in need and raised more than $250,000.
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The new trailer for “The Super Mario Brothers Movie”. It introduces Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, and Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong!!
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Welcome to The List,
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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