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Kelsea Ballerini won't go down without Chase Stokes. The "Cowboys Cry Too" singer and Outer Banks actor announced their reconciliation three months after their more than two-year relationship ended.

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Jimmy Kimmel is reflecting on one of the most turbulent periods of his career after winning Best Talk Show at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards. The longtime Jimmy

Kimmel Live! host took home his second trophy in the category on Jan. 4, a moment that came after months of controversy, public scrutiny, and uncertainty surrounding his show.

Speaking to reporters backstage following the ceremony, Kimmel described the emotional toll of the past year, which included a six-day suspension of his late-night program in September. While emphasizing that the experience was not physical, he compared the situation to watching his own legacy unfold from the outside.

"It was almost a near-death experience for me," Kimmel said, adding that the situation felt like "watching your own funeral" as events spiraled publicly.

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Nicole Kidman is entering 2026 focused on family and what lies ahead.

The Oscar-winning actress welcomed the New Year by sharing a quiet, reflective moment with her daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 15, while spending the holidays in her native Australia. In a photo posted to her Instagram Stories, the trio stood arm-in-arm with their backs to the camera, overlooking the water in Sydney as fireworks lit up the sky.

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Timothée Chalamet had an emotional and memorable moment at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, where he won Best Actor for his performance in Marty Supreme. The actor appeared visibly shaken as he accepted the award at the ceremony held at Santa Monica's Barker Hangar, taking his time as he gathered his thoughts onstage.

"Damn, I'm more nervous than I thought I'd be," Chalamet admitted early in his speech, drawing warm laughter and applause from the audience. He went on to thank his fellow nominees, acknowledging the strength of the category and singling out Michael B. Jordan, whose recent performance he praised after rewatching Sinners.

Chalamet also credited Marty Supreme director Josh Safdie for crafting a story that resonated deeply with him. He described the film as one centered on ambition and human flaws rather than moral instruction. "You made a story about a relatable dream and didn't preach to the audience about what's right and wrong," he said, urging filmmakers to continue telling stories rooted in authenticity.

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For more than forty years, Gus Van Sant has built a body of work that reflects lived experience with unusual sensitivity and restraint. From Drugstore Cowboy to Good Will Hunting and now Dead Man’s Wire, his films often draw from real events or personal histories while resisting easy sensationalism. Instead, Van Sant focuses on emotional truth, character and atmosphere, allowing stories to unfold in ways that feel both intimate and unsettling.

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Timothée Chalamet is stepping confidently into awards season with strong support from Kylie Jenner as he celebrates the success of his latest film, Marty Supreme. The actor attended the Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards Gala on Saturday, Jan. 3, just days after turning 30, where he was honored with the Spotlight Award for his performance.

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Nick Jonas is stepping into 2026 with honesty, vulnerability — and new music.

The singer rang in the New Year by releasing his latest solo single, "Gut Punch," while also sharing a heartfelt message with fans about self-doubt, pressure, and learning to show yourself grace.