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Ryan Lochte has responded to public criticism surrounding both his decision to sell several Olympic gold medals and recent comments about his estranged wife, Kayla Reid Lochte, as their divorce continues to unfold publicly.

The 41-year-old Olympian announced on Dec. 10 that three of the six gold medals he earned during the 2004, 2008 and 2016 Olympic Games would be auctioned through Goldin. Days later, Lochte addressed the move in a statement shared on Instagram, explaining that his career was never defined by medals alone.

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Kourtney Kardashian is opening up about why she has stepped away from cosmetic injectables, revealing that Botox is no longer part of her life, and never will be again. The reality star shared the personal reasoning behind her decision during a recent episode of The Kardashians, offering viewers a glimpse into how her views on beauty, wellness, and spirituality have evolved.

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Jelly Roll has been granted a pardon by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, bringing formal forgiveness for felony convictions tied to the country artist's troubled past. The clemency, issued on Dec. 18, applies to robbery and drug-related offenses stemming from cases in Davidson County before 2010.

Governor Lee described the decision as one rooted in long-term change rather than celebrity status. "His story is remarkable, and it's a redemptive, powerful story, which is what you look for and what you hope for," the governor said while addressing reporters. Jelly Roll was among 33 people who received pardons on the same day.

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David Harbour will not be attending the upcoming "Stranger Things: The Final Season Celebration" at New York City's Paley Center on Thursday, December 18, following reports of unusual behavior in recent weeks. The 50-year-old actor, who plays Hopper on the hit Netflix series, was originally slated to appear at the red carpet, screening, and cast discussion but is no longer listed on the event's website. According to a Paley Center spokesperson, Harbour will "not be present due to a scheduling conflict."

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American rapper Wiz Khalifa has been sentenced to nine months in a Romanian prison following a highly publicized incident involving marijuana use during a music festival. On Thursday, December 18, 2025, the Constanța Court of Appeal delivered the verdict, significantly escalating the legal consequences for the 38-year-old artist. The ruling overturned a previous, more lenient penalty, sparking international conversation about Romania’s stringent drug laws and their application to high-profile figures.

The legal battle stems from Khalifa’s performance at the “Beach, Please!” Festival in the coastal resort of Costinești in July 2024. During his set, the rapper, whose real name is Cameron Jibril Thomaz, was seen lighting and smoking a large, hand-rolled marijuana joint while performing his hit “Young, Wild & Free.” Following the performance, Romanian authorities intervened, taking Khalifa into custody. Prosecutors revealed that he was found in possession of more than 18 grams of cannabis, leading to charges of “possession of dangerous drugs, without right, for personal consumption.”

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Brad Pitt is in a positive place as he marks his 62nd birthday, with sources saying the actor is feeling fulfilled both personally and professionally.

An insider tells PEOPLE that Pitt is "doing really well" after what has been another strong year for the Oscar winner. While he remains enthusiastic about his career, the source says he is especially excited about his relationship with girlfriend Ines de Ramon. "She's perfect for him. They're great together," the insider adds.

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Frédéric Péchier, a former anaesthetist, has received a life sentence after being convicted of intentionally poisoning 30 patients, resulting in 12 fatalities. The 53-year-old was found guilty on Friday at the end of a four-month trial in Besançon, marking one of France's most significant medical malpractice cases. Péchier was determined to have deliberately introduced substances like potassium chloride or adrenaline into the victims' IV bags.

His youngest victim, a four-year-old child, survived two cardiac arrests during a routine tonsil surgery in 2016. The oldest victim was 89.

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The causes of death for Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner have been revealed.

According to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner, the pair died on December 14 from "multiple sharp force injuries," which means cuts or stabs from a sharp object.