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Sylvester Stallone is opening up about his mother, Jackie, including the fact that he wasn’t at her funeral when she died in 2020.

Stallone found out she’d passed in a pretty jarring way. “I was playing golf and someone called, ‘Your mother’s dead,'” he recently told Page Six. 

When asked why he skipped the service, he first replied, “No,” before teasing, “Now you’re getting the scoop.”

Stallone, 80, is currently making the rounds to promote his new memoir, The Steps, which digs into the rougher parts of his life, starting with his childhood. According to Stallone, his mother once told him, “The only reason you’re here is because the hanger didn’t work.”

He also spoke about how she handled being a mother. “Some people just shouldn’t have children. And I think she knew that. She was very, very immature and she wanted to be a star …”

He continued, “She tried to be this palmist, this astrologist, this rumpologist (someone who claims to read people’s fortunes from their buttocks), she was a trapeze artist, she played piano. But she never reached out for her grandchildren or her children.” 

Jackie Stallone and Sylvester Stallone

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Jackie had three kids and seven grandchildren, but by the end of her life, she and Stallone barely spoke. “It got to the point where she just didn’t want to talk to me,” he said. “So she died in isolation.”

Stallone doesn’t appear to hold much resentment over his childhood. If anything, he believes those experiences helped shape who he became. “It’s the ones that have all the issues that usually end up being the most creative,” he said.

That determination changed Stallone’s life. In 1976, he wrote and starred in Rocky, which became the year’s highest-grossing movie and earned 10 Oscar nominations. But the role also came with a cost.

Speaking to The New York Times, Stallone said the physical transformation he put himself through for Rocky, and later Rambo, led to an eating disorder after years of steroid use in the ’80s.

“It was my armor,” he said. “I looked at Rocky like a very smooth, normal-looking guy. Then we said, if we move on, I think the character would start to become a bit more vain. And for Rambo, you’re playing a warrior; you’ll be a little bit more animalistic. So I started to think, design your body like a jaguar, a cat.”

“And then it became an obsession, really bad,” he added.

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Just one day after the Pima County Sheriff’s Department announced an investigation into a possible ransom note, the department issued a warning to the public.

“On Monday, September 28, 2026, the PCSD/FBI Guthrie Task Force was made aware of a new possible ransom text message related to the Nancy Guthrie investigation. After further review, investigators determined the text message is not credible,” Sheriff Chris Nanos announced on Tuesday, September 29.

He added, “Anyone who receives a text message or other communication related to Nancy Guthrie is encouraged to report it to law enforcement. We also urge the public to remain vigilant, as scammers may attempt to take advantage of this situation. Do not send money or provide personal information in response to unsolicited messages.”

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Guthrie was last seen on January 31 at a family dinner hosted by her daughter Annie Guthrie. She was reported missing the following day after she failed to show up to her previously scheduled church service.

In the days that followed, investigators determined that she was taken from her home against her will in the early morning hours of February 1.

For months, investigators have been looking into leads regarding a masked, armed man seen on Guthrie’s front porch around the time of her disappearance after uncovering previously lost footage from Guthrie’s front doorbell camera.

Raegan Revord starred as Missy Cooper, Sheldon Cooper’s (Iain Armitage) twin sister, throughout the seven-season run of Young Sheldon, a spinoff series of the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory.

During an appearance on the September 28 episode of The Big Bang Theory Podcast, hosted by journalist Jessica Radloff, alongside the executive producer and showrunner of Young Sheldon, Steve Holland, Revord revealed that they’ve never watched The Big Bang Theory.

“Haven’t seen any [episodes]. I’ve seen clips,” said Revord.

Radloff, who wrote the upcoming book, Young Sheldon: The (Juicier-Than-Meemaw’s-Brisket) Inside Story of the Hit Comedy, interjected that she had Revord watch one Big Bang Theory episode that involved the older version of Missy, played by Courtney Henggeler. Holland also noted that Revord had been to tapings of The Big Bang Theory when they were first cast as Missy around the age of nine.

Revord then said that The Big Bang Theory isn’t the type of television they’re drawn to.

“Here’s the thing, it’s not my kind of TV,” said the Young Sheldon star.

Revord clarified that they enjoyed watching the one Big Bang Theory episode.

“I found it really funny. And I also think I have more of a love for it because I know, like, where that whole plot comes from, obviously. And so I think there is like a bit of love in me for the show even if I haven’t seen it,” said Revord.

Revord also said being on Young Sheldon, which ended in 2024, did make them curious about The Big Bang Theory.

“It is like a really fascinating thing to me, and like, whenever we were on the show, if there was ever like a storyline, I’d wonder if this is something that was derived from Big Bang or if it was just a separate thing,” explained Revord while recording the podcast episode.

Holland then said it was common for fans of Young Sheldon to end up watching The Big Bang Theory, which had a 12-season run until 2019.

“There was a whole audience that found Young Sheldon that had never seen Big Bang and then they watched Big Bang,” said Holland.

One Girl Scout is proving there’s plenty of room for a little goth energy in the troops.

The official Girl Scouts Instagram account spotlighted a member from the Sierra Nevada troop named Sicilia on Tuesday, September 29, and while the post celebrated her impressive Gold Award project, it was her unforgettable look that immediately caught the internet’s attention.

Sicilia was featured on Instagram for her Gold Award project, where she created educational videos about properly caring for bearded dragons after recognizing the problems that can arise when owners don’t have access to reliable information. She also gave presentations to younger Girl Scouts about responsible pet ownership, creating resources designed to continue helping reptile owners beyond the project.

In the photo, Sicilia appears to be channeling some serious Edward Scissorhands vibes, sporting dramatically spiked black hair with bangs and a massive chunky choker necklace. She completed the look with her brown Girl Scout vest covered in patches, creating a combination social media users clearly weren’t expecting.

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“As a former girl scout who was the only goth in the troop, this is iconic 💅 ,” one user replied, while a second said, “Ohhh this photo is legendary.”

“As the mom of a 9yo Goth Scout who loves animals I cannot wait to show her her new role model. 🖤,” another commented.

“Ok miss Edward Lizardhands! This is alt queen behavior! 🖤🖤🖤🖤 ICON!” a fourth said.

Hot topic chimed in, writing, “AN ICON 🦎🤘,” while Applebees said, “Serving conservation and style 👏.”

Sicilia even popped into the comments herself, excitedly writing, “THATS ME GUYS!!!!!” Her comment has since racked up more than 6,000 likes.

Girl Scouts just revealed new cookies

The organization recently revealed two additions coming to its 2027 cookie season. Sparkables, created with Partake, are crunchy oatmeal cookies with chocolate chips and colorful sprinkles. They’re also the Girl Scouts’ first cookie designed to avoid the nine major food allergens.

There’s even something new for four-legged Girl Scout Cookie fans. Patch Pals, created through a collaboration with BARK, are blueberry muffin-inspired dog treats.
Both products will be sold exclusively online during the 2027 Girl Scout Cookie season, which generally runs from January through April.

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Julia Stiles has been a familiar face in Hollywood for nearly three decades, but the actress is stepping into the spotlight in a whole new way in 2026.

Stiles, 45, is currently competing on Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars, introducing her to a new generation of viewers while longtime fans remember her from movies like 10 Things I Hate About You, Save the Last Dance and the Bourne franchise.

So, how much is Julia Stiles worth in 2026?

What Is Julia Stiles’ Net Worth?

Julia Stiles has an estimated net worth of $12 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

In addition to her iconic teen films, Stiles has earned her fortune through television roles in Dexter, Riviera, and later The Lake. She made her feature-film directorial debut in 2025 with the romantic drama Wish You Were Here, which she also co-wrote and produced.

Now, she’s adding another credit to her résumé as a contestant on Dancing With the Stars, marking a return to the spotlight for the actress who has largely kept her personal life private in recent years.

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Salary

Ahead of the season 35 premiere, a report from The U.S. Sun reveealed exactly how much celebrity contestants earn on Dancing With the Stars.

“Every celebrity who is tapped to be on DWTS is guaranteed $125,000,” the outlet claimed, explaining that the first paycheck is for pre-season rehearsals and opening night. “For those who survive into Weeks 3 and 4, they pocket another $10,000 per week. Week 5 comes with a $15,000 bonus, while making it through Weeks 6 and 7 adds another $20,000 per week.”

Contestants who reach weeks 8 and 9 earn a reported $30,000 each week, followed by $50,000 for reaching the semifinals and finals.

“The winner gets the same finale bonus as the other finalists simply for making it to the end,” the outlet added.

According to these numbers, Stiles stands to add an estimated $360,000 to her net worth if she makes it to the finals. However, The U.S. Sun added that Mirrorball champions do not receive an extra payday.

“In addition to their DWTS salary, the celebs can earn even more with social media posts and various Hollywood or business opportunities that arise due to their popularity boost from the series,” the outlet stated.

Daryl Hall is not a fan of yacht rock. The Hall & Oates legend, known for penning smooth music hits such as “Sara Smile” and “Kiss on My List,” once blasted the genre. Now, three of his songs are featured on Dancing with the Stars’ yacht rock theme night.

As previously reported by Parade, Daryl Hall and John Oates’ “Maneater,” “You Make My Dreams Come True,” and “I Can’t Go for That (No Can Do)” will be part of Dancing with the Stars’ Week 3 theme night for performances by Tatyana Ali and  Jan Ravnik, Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson, and Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa, respectively.

No other group or singer has more songs featured during the cheesy theme night than Hall & Oates. (Toto has two songs.)

Merriam-Webster defines “yacht rock” as “rock music from the 1970s/1980s that is usually mellow, polished, and jazz-influenced.” That definition could certainly apply to many Hall & Oates tunes.

But in May 2025, Hall told the Broken Record podcast that he doesn’t “get” the whole yacht rock thing. The phrase was spawned by the Yacht Rock web series in the early 2000s featuring comedians JD Ryznar, Hunter Stair, Dave Lyons and Lane Farnham.

“This is something I don’t understand,” Hall, now 79, said. “First of all, yacht rock was an f–ing joke by two jerk—s in California, and suddenly it became a genre. I don’t even understand it. I never understood it. It’s just R&B with maybe some jazz in there. It’s mellow R&B, smooth R&B. I don’t see what the yacht part is.”

“People misjudged us because they couldn’t label us,” he added. “They always came up with all this kind of crap, soft rock and yacht rock and all this other nonsense. And none of it, none of it really describes anything that I do, really.”

Hall’s former partner Oates once agreed. When asked about yacht rock in an interview, the 78-year-old musician replied, “I don’t care for it. I’ve never been on a yacht. I don’t wear one of those stupid hats.”

But Oates once credited the Yacht Rock series for renewed interest in the duo’s music.

“I think Yacht Rock was the beginning of this whole Hall & Oates resurrection,” he told Seattle Weekly in 2007. “They were the first ones to start to parody us and put us out there again, and a lot of things have happened because of Yacht Rock.”

Hall and Oates’ musical partnership dissolved following a legal dispute in 2023.

Related: ‘70s Pop Rock Legend Reveals the One Song He ‘Has’ to Play at Every Show

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Diana Jenkins is planning a major life change.

It was revealed last Friday that Jenkins will be selling her mansion in the Hidden Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles for $23 million. The estate is more than four acres and includes a saltwater infinity pool, home theater, wine wall and a four-car garage. The seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom mansion was created in 2019 by architect George De La Nuez and designed by Meg Turner. She originally bought the home in 2021 for $13 million.

Jenkins originally put the house up for sale three years ago for $20.5 million. At the time, she was expecting her fourth child and had stepped away from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills due to the high-risk pregnancy. The 52-year-old businesswoman had two children with her first husband, Roger Jenkins of Barclays Bank, and has two other kids with actor Asher Monroe.

The listing agent, Sandeep Dhariwal, also mentioned that Jenkins has spent the last two years in Europe taking care of her father, who recently passed away, so the house was mostly empty. Now, she is planning to move full-time to Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, to be closer to family.

Diana Jenkins celebrates Elton John’s 70th Birthday and 50-Year Songwriting Partnership with Bernie Taupin benefiting the Elton John AIDS Foundation and the UCLA Hammer Museum at RED Studios Hollywood on March 25, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.

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Born Sanela Diana Jenkins, she was raised in Bosnia and Herzegovina, but left in the 1990s during the three-year siege of Sarajevo and immigrated to London, where she studied at City University and graduated with a degree in computer science and economics.

After graduation, she acquired the swimwear line Melissa Odabash, and in 2009, immigrated to the United States to start Neuro. She is also the founder and CEO of D Empire Entertainment, a music label.

In 2021, Jenkins joined the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills for the twelfth season, but only stayed on the reality TV show for one season. Airing on the Bravo network, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills followed the personal and professional lives of affluent, high-society women living in and around the LA neighborhood of Beverly Hills.

On top of her businesses, Jenkins has multiple philanthropic endeavors, including the Irnis Catic Foundation that honors her late brother who died in the Bosnian War; the Sanela Diana Jenkins Human Rights Project at UCLA; the Jenkins-Penn Haitian Relief Organization with actor Sean Penn that delivered hospital supplies and provided medical care to displaced Haitians during the 2010 earthquake; and the Sanela Foundation, which raised $100,000 for the victims of Lion Air Flight 610.

In addition, Jenkins also produced a photography book called Room 23 with photographer Deborah Anderson. Many of the celebrities in the book are friends of Jenkins, including George Clooney and Elton John, and proceeds from the sale of the book benefit several philanthropic programs.

Diana Jenkins attends Elton John AIDS Foundation’s 31st annual academy awards viewing party on March 12, 2023 in West Hollywood, California.

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As of now, Jenkins is prepping for a huge international move to her motherland, and her $23 million Hidden Hills mansion is looking for its new owner.

“The home has been upgraded and meticulously maintained over recent years,” confirms Dhariwal, noting it’s been “transformed into an architectural sanctuary.”

“The owner worked with the home’s original architect to develop an expanded landscape plan that takes full advantage of the acreage, which was approved by the HOA and includes a sports court, lap pool with wood deck, pizza kitchen, sunken fire pit and natural water feature and cold plunge,” the listing continued. “With today’s construction costs and the time and complexity involved in creating a property of this scale, the combination of more than four acres, architectural pedigree, privacy and HOA-approved additions is increasingly difficult to replicate.”

Related: In 2012, ‘Glee’ star Dianna Agron paid $1.05 million for a 1920s Hollywood Hills house; she sold it in 2016, and it is now listed at $2.7 million

One scene from this 1995 film still haunts Kyle MacLachlan.

The 67-year-old actor, known for his collaborations with the late David Lynch as well as projects like Sex and the City, Fallout, and Desperate Housewives, is no stranger to dark subject matter. Yet, MacLachlan described a scene from the 1995 film Showgirls as the most horrifying to watch back.

The star spoke about the scene while promoting his memoir, Fictional Selves, in New York City on Monday, Sept. 28. Ethan Hawke moderated a discussion about the book at Symphony Space’s Peter Jay Sharp Theatre.

A fan asked the Twin Peaks star if he ever watched a scene that “was totally different than what you experienced when you were doing it.” MacLachlan immediately knew his answer.

“Yeah, the scene in the pool in Showgirls,” MacLachlan responded, alluding to his iconic scene between his and Elizabeth Berkley‘s characters. In new memoir he describes it writing, “Elizabeth flops around as if in distress, and I hold on for dear life.”

The well-known scene sparked laughter and cheers from the crowd. Hawke, who has worked with MacLachlan in projects such as Rich in Love (1992), Hamlet (2000), Tesla (2020), and The Lowdown (2025), teased his repeat co-star.

“I’ve sat at those first screenings where it’s just you and your agent and you watch a movie,” Hawke said. “Sometimes it’s a nice experience, sometimes it’s not. But the idea of watching you watch Showgirls for the first time— ”

Hawke began laughing as MacLachlan jumped in, “Sheer horror. Oh my God.”

“I could imagine people saying to you, ‘Why didn’t you turn Showgirls down?’ A lot of the best films you do are things everybody tells you to turn down,” Hawke shared. “You have to follow audacious spirit. Until you jump off that cliff, you don’t know what’s going to happen.”

The Golden Globe winner agreed with Hawke and used a quote attributed to fellow Lynch collaborator Isabella Rossellini.

“I can describe working with David as: one, two, three — ­leap into the void,” the quote from Rossellini reads as featured in MacLachlan’s memoir.

Fictional Selves is out now, wherever books are sold.

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If sunlight has started bleaching a hardwood floor, fading a sofa or changing the color of artwork near a window, the glass may be part of the problem. Ultraviolet radiation passes through ordinary window glass and contributes to fading over time.

Low-E glass reduces that exposure while still allowing natural light into the home. The right coating can also improve window energy performance, making it a practical upgrade for homeowners replacing aging or inefficient windows.

If you are noticing faded furnishings alongside drafts or high energy costs, upgrading your window glass can help. Schedule a free in-home consultation with Renewal by Andersen for a full window assessment and custom project quote.

Does Low-E glass stop UV damage on floors?

Low-E glass does not eliminate every source of fading, but it significantly reduces UV exposure through windows. Some Low-E coatings are designed to block a high percentage of harmful UV rays while allowing visible light into the room. This can slow fading of hardwood floors, furniture, rugs, drapes and artwork.

Why does sunlight fade floors and furniture?

Sunlight contains ultraviolet radiation, visible light and infrared radiation. UV exposure is one contributor to fading and deterioration of interior materials, although it is not the only one.

Renewal by Andersen‘s glossary defines ultraviolet light as solar radiation that can contribute to “fading of wood, fabrics, and other surfaces.” It also notes that Low-E coatings can be added to glazing to moderate or eliminate unwanted UV wavelengths.

That distinction is useful when evaluating replacement windows. A window with UV protection can reduce exposure, but it cannot guarantee that hardwood, fabric or artwork will never fade.

How does Low-E glass protect against UV damage?

Low-E coatings are extremely thin layers applied to glass that alter how radiation passes through the window. Their primary purpose is controlling heat transfer, but certain coatings also provide substantial UV protection.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) says low-emissivity glass coatings can reflect ultraviolet light away from the home and protect furnishings from UV-induced fading. A DOE guide states that this protection can reduce UV-related fading by as much as 75%, depending on the window and coating.

The National Fenestration Rating Council similarly says Low-E coatings reduce damage to interior surfaces such as rugs and furniture from UV light.

That means Low-E glass serves two purposes homeowners often consider separately: energy performance and interior protection.

Related: Double-Pane vs. Triple-Pane Windows: Is Argon the Sweet Spot for Energy Savings?

What does Low-E actually do?

Low-E coatings control radiant heat while allowing visible light to pass through. The exact performance depends on the coating and window configuration.

Window feature

Primary function

Potential effect indoors

Low-E coating

Controls heat and radiation

Reduces heat transfer and UV exposure

Double-pane glass

Adds an insulating glass layer

Improves insulation compared with single-pane glass

Triple-pane glass

Adds another glass layer

Provides additional insulation

Low SHGC glass

Reduces solar heat gain

Helps limit unwanted heat from sunlight

UV-blocking Low-E glass

Filters more harmful UV radiation

Helps slow fading of furnishings

The DOE notes that low-E coatings are available with different solar-gain characteristics. Choosing the right combination depends partly on climate and how much solar heat a home receives.

Which Low-E glass blocks the most UV rays?

Renewal by Andersen‘s glass options have different levels of UV protection. Its High-Performance Low-E4 SmartSun glass is advertised as blocking 95% of harmful UV rays, while its Low-E4 glass blocks 84%.

That difference is worth considering if UV protection is a major reason for replacing your windows.

Renewal by Andersen describes SmartSun glass as an option that can protect drapes, artwork and furniture from damaging UV exposure while still allowing natural light into the home.

Low-E4 vs. SmartSun Glass

The choice is not simply about selecting the highest UV-blocking number. Glass performance also involves U-factor, solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC), visible light transmission and climate.

Glass option

UV protection

Best consideration

Low-E4

Blocks 84% of harmful UV rays

Balanced heating and cooling performance

Low-E4 SmartSun

Blocks 95% of harmful UV rays

Stronger UV and solar protection

Triple-pane with Low-E

Depends on coating

Additional insulation in colder climates

The right glass depends on the window’s orientation, climate and the room’s exposure to direct sunlight. A south- or west-facing room with large windows may have different needs from a shaded north-facing room.

Related: How Long Does It Take New Windows To Pay for Themselves? A Realistic ROI Timeline

Can Low-E windows prevent hardwood floors from fading?

Low-E windows can reduce UV exposure and slow fading, but they cannot completely prevent color changes.

Hardwood, carpets, rugs and furniture are exposed to more than UV radiation. Visible light and heat can also contribute to changes in materials over time. The National Fenestration Rating Council specifically notes that Low-E coatings reduce UV-related damage to interior surfaces, while Renewal by Andersen identifies floors among the surfaces that can experience fading from harmful UV rays.

Homeowners can further reduce exposure by using interior shades, curtains or blinds when direct sunlight is strongest and periodically moving rugs and furniture so one area does not receive all of the exposure.

If you are seeing fading alongside drafts, cold spots or high heating and cooling costs, a professional assessment from Renewal by Andersen can determine whether replacing the glass alone is practical or whether the entire window needs to be replaced.

When should you consider replacing the windows?

UV protection is only one reason to consider replacement. Older windows may also have drafts, deteriorating seals, inefficient glass or poor insulation.

If your windows are difficult to operate, have visible seal failure or create noticeable temperature differences around the room, replacing the entire window may provide benefits beyond protecting furnishings.

Energy-efficient windows combine several technologies rather than relying on Low-E coating alone. The DOE identifies multiple panes, Low-E coatings, insulating gas and improved frames as features that can reduce heat transfer.

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Are energy-efficient windows worth it for UV protection?

For homeowners concerned about fading, Low-E glass offers a way to reduce UV exposure without giving up natural light. The amount of protection depends on the specific coating and window configuration, so comparing the glass specifications is more useful than simply looking for a “Low-E” label.

Renewal by Andersen‘s current glass information identifies Low-E4 and SmartSun as options with different levels of UV protection, while DOE and NFRC guidance confirms that Low-E coatings can reduce UV-related fading.

If your floors, furniture or artwork are already showing uneven fading, replacing windows with higher-performance glass may be one part of a broader strategy to limit additional exposure.

Renewal by Andersen offers a free in-home consultation and custom window assessment. A design consultant can evaluate your existing windows, discuss glass options and provide a project quote based on your home.

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Say it with me: Life gets better after 50. In fact, you can thrive in your fifties (and beyond). While being young is nice, it has its challenges. From figuring out who you are to navigating breakups to making friends to working for the job you actually want, young people face many obstacles that take time, effort and brain power. The instability can be overwhelming and exhausting.

In the midst of all that, while growing up, you may have heard a parent or grandparent say that “it gets easier as you get older.” They claim you’ll become more confident about who you are and what you want. Your relationships, income and life in general will be more stable. And according to psychologists, they have a point (thank goodness!).

When Parade asked three psychologists about this, they shared one main thing that gets easier pretty universally after you reach 50, and it affects multiple areas of your life. Ahead, they reveal what that thing is, the psychological shifts that get you there, the neuroscience behind it and how to tap into that mindset faster. (Spoiler alert: You don’t have to wait until you’re 50.) Prepare to feel some comfort and encouragement from their insights.

Related: We Asked 3 Psychologists What They Wish More People Over 50 Would Stop Doing—They All Said the Same Thing

The Science of Midlife Clarity: What Psychologists Say Improves After 50

Psychologists say after 50, you care less about what others think and “perform” less. 

“One of the greatest psychological freedoms of getting older is realizing that you don’t actually need everyone to like you,” says Dr. Karen Stewart, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in sex and relationship therapy. “By midlife, many things start mattering considerably less, and the seeking of validation diminishes.”

Rejection doesn’t feel as catastrophic, she tells Parade. Saying “no” becomes easier and people-pleasing feels exhausting rather than rewarding.

“Many adults (especially those over 50) find they feel much more at home in their own skin, with less need to measure every aspect of their lives by societal standards,” agrees Dr. Wildaliz Caro, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist and medical contributor at The Healing Center Cherry Hill. Whether it’s physical appearance, work accomplishments or parenting, you’re less concerned with external judgment.

If you haven’t reached 50 yet and this surprises you, that’s fair. 

“Turning 50 is typically articulated through a narrative of physical decline, yet it actually offers a great opportunity for relief,” says Dr. Navvab Tadjvar, PsyD, a clinical psychologist in Beverly Hills who specializes in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy. 

Research notes that, too. A 2021 article in Perspectives on Psychological Science suggests that the “midlife crisis,” or “U-shaped curve of happiness” that claims happiness decreases in midlife, may not be real.

“You start to notice that the rigid expectations you tried so hard to meet were largely imaginary, and that no single achievement holds the key to lasting peace,” Dr. Tadjvar explains. “Accepting that time is limited and that we can’t do or be everything doesn’t narrow our world—it frees us.”

Related: 6 Truths About Midlife Most People Learn Too Late, According to a Lifespan Development Expert

The Major Psychological Shift: Releasing External Validation

Psychologists explain some psychological shifts and habits that contribute to this change.

You stop comparing and caring about what others think

When you were in your 20s (and 30s and 40s), you may have struggled with comparison and feeling not good enough. After 50, you probably won’t experience that as much.

“After 50, the invisible scoreboard we use to compare ourselves to others starts to take a backseat,” Dr. Caro tells Parade. “It becomes easier to recognize that trying to justify our choices and satisfy everyone is not only emotionally exhausting, but futile most of the time.”

Many habits can help with this shift. She lists letting go of people-pleasing, overexplaining, catastrophizing, comparison and being quick to see yourself as a “failure.”

You gain perspective

How you think about challenges also changes, thanks to your experiences.

“You’ve had enough life experience to know that not every opinion or person deserves your attention, not every relationship is worth keeping or deserves access to you and definitely not every problem deserves your anxiety,” Dr. Stewart states.

You focus more on your needs and inner peace

Rather than pleasing everyone else, you realize the value in pleasing yourself. 

“Energy preservation becomes more of a priority, relationships that have consistently drained you become less important and the fear of disappointing people becomes considerably less,” Dr. Stewart says. 

She points out the “real psychological freedom” in realizing it’s okay to say “no” and not feel guilty.

The “snags” in our lives help foster this, believe it or not.

“As time reveals our limitations, the frenzy of treating every unmet goal as a personal failure starts to fade,” Dr. Tadjvar shares. “Instead of fighting who we are, we drop the inherited expectations and may finally feel comfortable in our own skin.”

Related: Psychiatrist Says People Over 50 Have 1 Social Advantage Younger Adults Often Don’t

How the Aging Brain Handles Emotion and Stress Differently

You’ve probably heard that the brain doesn’t fully develop until age 25 (which is a myth, by the way). In reality, the brain continues changing. Research suggests older adults can regulate their emotions better, engage in more positive experiences and focus more on meaningful relationships. 

This isn’t just a biological phenomenon. All three psychologists point to life experience as well. 

“In earlier decades, stress tends to hit hard because every setback feels like an existential test, a direct threat to who we are and where we’re going,” Dr. Tadjvar explains. 

But by 50 or so, Dr. Stewart says, “you’ve survived heartbreak, career disappointments, difficult relationships or even a considerable loss of a loved one and have survived… You now have evidence that discomfort and pain are temporary, and you are going to be okay.”

How To Tap Into This Post-50 Mindset Shift Early

Not 50 yet but want to practice cultivating midlife confidence? No worries: You can still tap into this mindset. Keep reading for psychologists’ advice for midlife and tips for embracing turning 50.

Reflect on how you want to define your self-worth

Whose opinions do you value most, and whose opinions deserve less weight? How can you feel worthy internally? Dr. Caro recommends considering this.

Related: People With ‘Quiet Confidence’ Often Use These 17 Phrases, According to Psychologists

Analyze and curate your relationships

Which relationships feel most meaningful and least draining? Which ones deserve more time or less time?

“Midlife confidence isn’t about becoming selfish or cutting everyone off; it’s recognizing that access to your time and emotional energy should not be unlimited simply because someone has always had it in the past,” Dr. Stewart clarifies. “By 50, some of those ‘lifelong friendships’ might not be as valuable as the history you have created.”

Reframe disapproval 

Receiving others’ disapproval doesn’t stop—even at 50—and you might still struggle to hear it.

“Practice treating other people’s disapproval as neutral feedback rather than an emergency, and shift your focus from collecting achievements to investing in what brings you personal fulfillment,” Dr. Tadjvar suggests.

Focus on your goals and values

What do you (not your family and friends) want and find important?

“Think about how many of your choices are driven by obligation, validation or fear of disappointing others opposed to your genuine desire,” Dr. Stewart says.

Then, make small decisions to reach those personal goals, and don’t worry about justifying your process. 

“In many ways, this newfound awareness will allow adults to realize that accepting ourselves does not mean we are abandoning our dreams, but rather it provides us with the confidence and clarity to pursue them in a more intentional manner,” Dr. Caro adds.

Say “no” without overexplaining

As the saying goes, “no” is a complete sentence. There are things you should never apologize for.

“Stop automatically apologizing when you haven’t done anything wrong, but actually might be doing something right for yourself by prioritizing what you actually want,” Dr. Stewart states.

She encourages noticing when you’re changing your behavior to avoid someone else’s disappointment. Remind yourself that it’s okay to disappoint them. 

Last but certainly not least, it’s important to clarify that life and self-esteem don’t become “perfect” by any means after 50. You’ll still struggle with emotions and situations, but less so. 

“They’re just often less intense, less consuming and less likely to dictate their behavior,” Dr. Stewart says. What a relief, am I right? 

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Sources:

• Dr. Karen Stewart, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in sex and relationship therapy.
• Dr. Wildaliz Caro, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist and medical contributor at The Healing Center Cherry Hill. 
• Dr. Navvab Tadjvar, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist in Beverly Hills who specializes in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy.
• The U-shape of Happiness Across the Life Course: Expanding the Discussion. (2021) Perspectives on Psychological Science.
• Brain development may continue into your 30s, new research shows. (2026) ScienceDaily.
• What do we know about aging and emotion regulation? (2022) Perspectives on Psychological Science.
• Emotion dynamics across adulthood in everyday life: Older adults are more emotionally stable and better at regulating desires. (2021) Emotion.

A’ja Wilson has been dominating the WNBA for years, and now, so is her bank account.

The Las Vegas Aces star entered the league as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 WNBA Draft and has since become one of women’s basketball’s most decorated players. In 2026, she was named AP WNBA Player of the Year for a record third consecutive season and fourth time overall.

Her success extends well beyond the basketball court, too. Between her WNBA salary, major endorsement partnerships, and growing Nike signature line, Wilson has developed several sources of income.

What is A’ja Wilson’s net worth in 2026?

Wilson has an estimated net worth of $8 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

Of course, celebrity net worth figures are estimates rather than confirmed financial disclosures. But Wilson has plenty of known income streams contributing to her wealth, with her basketball salary becoming considerably more lucrative in 2026—more on that below.

What is A’ja Wilson’s WNBA salary?

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Wilson signed a historic new contract with the Las Vegas Aces in April 2026. According to ESPN, the three-year, $5 million supermax contract is fully guaranteed and was the largest deal in WNBA history at the time it was signed.

The outlet reported that Wilson will earn $1.4 million in 2026, with her salary increasing during the following two seasons based on her receiving 20 percent of the Aces’ salary cap. That’s quite the jump from earlier in her career.

How much is A’ja Wilson’s Nike deal worth?

Wilson’s exact earnings from Nike haven’t been publicly disclosed, but the partnership has become an important part of her growing brand.

Wilson joined Nike after turning pro in 2018 and was officially named a signature athlete in 2024. Her first signature shoe, the A’One, arrived in 2025 alongside her own apparel collection. She followed it up with the A’Two and a second apparel collection in 2026.

While it’s unclear exactly how much Wilson pockets from the partnership, it’s safe to say it’s another major revenue stream for the athlete.

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The coziest time of the year is here, and that means you have the green light to add some new sweaters to your wardrobe. If you’re looking for something that’s simultaneously classic and current, you couldn’t ask for more than a Fair Isle sweater. Known for its distinctive pattern bands and rich fabric, the style nails cabincore-chic without looking like you tried too hard. And thanks to the Cogild Fair Isle Cardigan, you don’t have to spend a fortune to achieve it, either.

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Right now, the beige version of this cardigan is marked down from its usual $33 to just $19 at Walmart. You can also snag it in seven other colors, including navy, brown, cream, red, pink, camel, and crimson, for only $20. Available in sizes small to XL, the sweater brims with homey, heritage-inspired charm, yet feels fresh enough to pair with sleek jeans, corduroy skirts, and wide-leg pants.

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No matter which color you choose, each one has an inherently festive feel that sets it apart from the other cardigans in your closet. It’s the sweater you’ll see in every holiday movie — one of the few pieces that indicates Christmas really is just around the corner. Even if you aren’t quite thinking holiday just yet, the Cogild cardigan stands out because it’s surprisingly versatile. There are varieties adorned with zigzags, others with hearts, and others with decorated trees. 

The plush fabric alone makes this sweater a go-to choice for cooler days. It has a simple button-front closure, a crisp crew neckline, and slightly dropped shoulders, with a decorative band complementing the bold pattern along the top. The effect is eye-catching, but still reserved enough not to overwhelm your entire look. The pattern is really the star of the show, and it exudes the quintessentially nostalgic vibe for which Fair Isle is so widely loved.

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It’s easy to maintain, too — simply toss this sweater in the washing machine or hand-wash if you prefer. One reviewer noted that the “quality is perfection,” adding that they’d “give this 10 stars.” Another shopper praised the “timeless” design and versatility, and several people noted that it’s easy to dress up or down.

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If you’re in the market for a new sweater or two, you can’t beat the Cogild Fair Isle Cardigan for its combination of luxe style and comfort. It bridges the gap between the two, offering something that looks rich, yet doesn’t come with the matching price tag. Pick it up while it’s on sale in the size and color of your choice at Walmart!

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Actress Candace Cameron Bure is relishing becoming a first-time grandma now that her grandson Bond Leo Bure, born to her son Lev and his wife Elliott, is safe and sound at home. The couple announced on Sunday, September 27 that baby Bond arrived 10 weeks early and weighed just three pounds.

Candace, who rose to fame as a child star on Full House and now stars in Great American Family movies after many years at Hallmark Channel, shared her own post on September 29, revealing that Bond was born on August 4.

Candace Cameron Bure’s son, Lev Bure, in the NICU with his newborn son, Bond Leo, shared via Instagram on September 29, 2026.

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Candace, 50, included precious photos of little Bond in the NICU, with pics of Lev standing over his incubator and one of Elliott holding her newborn, with them both wrapped in blankets.

“Baby Bond was born 10 weeks early weighing 3 lbs,” Candace wrote in her caption. “For the next 6 weeks NICU doctors, nurses and mom and dad were amazing in their care and love for him. He’s thriving and is finally home.”

She continued, “I had no idea the love I would have for my grandchild. It’s a love like no other, beyond anything I imagined. My heart is so full 💗. Bond is surrounded with so much love, by his devoted and incredible parents, aunt and uncles and his 2 sets of grandparents. Not to mention allllll of his extended family and friends. To those who knew, thank you for all your prayers 🙏🏻 and love. 💝 What a blessing we’ve been given.”

Candace Cameron Bure’s daughter-in-law, Elliott Bure, holding her newborn son Bond Leo Bure in the NICU, shared in an Instagram post on September 29, 2026.

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Friends and fans flooded Candace’s post with notes of congratulations, including former The Wonder Years star Jason Hervey, who wrote, “You know my grandson Shia is now two and it’s the greatest joy in my life being “Papa J”!!! Welcome to the club my friend!!!!! ❤️”

Candace currently stars on the current season of FOX’s Special Forces and will star in two Great American Family Christmas movies this holiday season.

In 2004, The Swan premiered on Fox. A controversial makeover series that put “ugly ducklings” through extreme, 90-day physical and cosmetic transformations before sending contestants into a beauty pageant, the reality TV show drew about 9 million viewers on average during its first season.

But while viewers watched the contestants on their screens undergo dramatic metamorphoses, the women on the show were actually put through far more than what was shown, particularly when it came to their dental work.

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The Dental Work Was Part of the Transformation

In The Swan: Behind the Mirror, a new Hulu documentary directed by Erin Lee Carr (pictured above), former contestants revisit the experience and describe their dissatisfaction with the long-term results, including lasting dental problems and corrective procedures they say they needed after the show.

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The original series assigned each contestant a team of specialists, including a cosmetic surgeon, dentist, trainer, therapist, and stylist, who designed an individualized transformation over roughly three months.

Former celebrity cosmetic dentist Sherri Worth of Newport Beach, California, performed extensive dental work on some of the contestants. The women interviewed for the documentary now say some of that work left them with serious long-term problems.

“I had to have a bunch of teeth pulled,” former contestant Kristy Garza said. “My gum tissue is destroyed.”

Kari Bravata, another participant on the show, said that her “temporary teeth” fell out “constantly.”

The documentary details contestants’ accounts of rotting teeth beneath veneers, temporary teeth falling out, gum problems, and extensive dental work they say they needed after their time on the show.

“We’ve all had extreme leftover problems from what Dr. Worth did to our teeth,” Gina Bravata, Kari’s sister, said in the documentary. “And let’s face it, she’s no longer practicing for a reason.”

What Happened to Sherri Worth?

Worth did, in fact, surrender her California dental license in February 2017, but the circumstances are more specific than simply saying she was “stripped” of her license.

According to the Los Angeles Times, the Dental Board of California suspended Worth’s license on Feb. 3, 2017, pending a disciplinary hearing. The board had filed a complaint against her on Feb. 1 based on disturbing allegations from six patients. Worth then surrendered her license effective Feb. 17, according to state documents.

The allegations were serious, too. The board accused Worth of, among other things, negligence and incompetence, overdiagnosing healthy teeth, and recommending expensive treatments, billing patients for laser surgery they allegedly did not receive, falsifying dental records, and altering digital X-rays.

That disciplinary action came after years of complaints about Worth’s work. The Times reported in 2017 that one former patient alleged Worth’s dental work left her with an improper bite, headaches, and severe jaw pain, and that otherwise healthy teeth required root canals after the treatment.

The Women Are Still Living With the Results

The documentary also revisits other controversial aspects of the series, including the contestants’ lack of control over their transformations and the nude photo shoots they were asked to participate in. But the issue isn’t simply what happened during those 90 days in 2004. It’s what they say happened afterward.

The women entered the show trusting a team of doctors and producers to transform their appearances. More than 20 years later, The Swan: Behind the Mirror gives them a chance to describe what that transformation looked like after the cameras left. For Garza, revisiting the experience has involved some uncomfortable self-reflection.

“I had an epiphany a couple months ago,” she says in the documentary. “Maybe I’m not mad at them. Maybe I’m mad at me, because I bought the dream they sold me.”

The Swan: Behind the Mirror is now streaming on Hulu and Disney+.

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Conan O’Brien revealed that fellow comedian Larry David is more like the fictionalized version of himself on Curb Your Enthusiasm than fans of the HBO comedy may realize.

In the September 28 episode of his podcast, Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend, O’Brien shared that he saw David and his wife, Ashley Underwood, at a restaurant. He said he decided to “walk up to the table to say, ‘Hi,'” to the couple before he realized David was in the middle of an argument with the waiter over his meal.

“The waiter brought him a turkey sandwich with no mustard. And he’s like, ‘In the history of sandwiches, when has mustard not been part of the equation?'” recalled O’Brien with a laugh.

O’Brien then noted that the situation felt like something the fictional David, known for getting into arguments and making social faux pas, would do on Curb Your Enthusiasm.

“I said to him, ‘Larry, there’s no cameras,'” said O’Brien on his podcast.

Larry David Said He Loves His ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Counterpart

During an appearance on a 2024 episode of Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend, David shared that he appreciates when he is compared to his Curb Your Enthusiasm counterpart.

“I take that as a tremendous compliment. Yes. Because I got to tell you something. I love that guy. That guy. Oh my god. I am so in love with that guy. He’s my hero,” said David to O’Brien while recording the podcast episode.

David clarified that not everyone appreciates when he acts like his Curb Your Enthusiasm character. He then explained that he “got invited to a dinner party” and offended the host because he inquired who else was attending the event.

“I wound up not going. So there you go. I tried to be Larry, and it didn’t work,” said David, who starred on Curb Your Enthusiasm throughout its 12-season run.

David then doubled down on his belief that dinner party guest lists should be made available before RSVPing to the event.

“But by the way, as long as we’re on the subject, is it such a terrible question to ask who’s going to? Why is it such a secret? Why is that a secret? I don’t understand the big secret,” said David, causing O’Brien to laugh.

There are very few prolific writers who were able to step away from the initial work they were known for. However, Evan Hunter, born Salvatore Albert Lombino, managed exactly that. In fact, he became a dominant force across multiple literary scenes without the majority of people realizing.

Think back to the 1950s, a time when the sound of typewriter keys clacking made it clear that writers were hard at work. Hunter would find himself thrust into mainstream Hollywood with The Blackboard Jungle, but that wouldn’t be his biggest masterpiece.

Most will remember him working with Alfred Hitchcock on the 1963 movie The Birds. Working with a masterful director was one thing, but learning that he had free rein over the script was another. Hunter didn’t have to worry about budgets and how to film something. Hitchcock wanted a screenplay that was terrifying — and the only two elements that were the same as the Daphne du Maurier story that it was based on were the title and the idea that birds would suddenly attack out of nowhere.

How could a Hollywood icon break from that mold, though? Well, through pen names, of course, he crafted the pseudonym Ed McBain, and that is surely a name that crime drama book lovers will know. McBain was the mind behind the 87th Precinct series, which covers 55 books, revolutionizing the police procedural where the team of detectives was the main protagonist instead of one lonely hero.

The first in the series was titled Cop Hater and released in 1956. He would break the mold of many authors at the time, releasing three books that year, with The Mugger and then The Pusher following. While Fiddlers would end up being the last in the series, published in 2005, there was a 1998 release from his Matt Hope series, which had a crossover with the 87th Precinct team, The Last Best Hope.

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It was through this literary name that he influenced some of the great writers of today. Stephen King, Michael Connelly, and David Baldacci have all become modern-day titans in the crime fiction world. Some of these authors, along with many others, have opted for pen names to move into new genres.

However, you won’t just know Hunter under the name of McBain. Like many authors today, he created other pseudonyms so that he could branch out into other genres. With names such as Richard Marsten, Hunt Collins, Ezra Hannon, and Curt Cannon, Hunter had a world of literature around him. He could jump between gritty crime, science fiction, and juvenile fiction without alienating his audience. Under these names, he was able to release the likes of Runaway Black, Cut Me In, Doors, and I’m Cannon—For Hire.

Not only did he have the ability to jump between genres, but he could even publish more than publishers wanted at the time. In the mid-20th century, it was unheard of for authors to publish more than one or two books a year, but Hunter had more ideas, and he wanted the freedom to write. And so, the pen names opened that universe without people even knowing. Thanks to the lack of the internet, he was able to keep his writing aliases separate from each other.

With the reveal of his pen names, many of his books have been republished, either under his McBain name or his real name. It takes some of the allure out, but it doesn’t change the master of literature he was throughout the 20th century.

Following their resentencing, Erik and Lyle Menendez have become eligible for parole.

The Menendez Brothers were convicted after shooting and killing their parents, José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menendez, in their home in Beverly Hills on August 20, 1989. The couple was watching The Spy Who Loved Me when their sons snuck up on them and fired multiple shots. Detectives initially investigated Lyle’s suggestion that the murders were a result of mob-related activity, due to its heinousness and José’s business connections.

Lyle and Erik were charged with two counts of first-degree murder with special circumstances for lying in wait, making them eligible for the death penalty. Following the murders, police grew suspicious after they discovered both of them had constant extravagant spending sprees and they hired a computer expert to delete their father’s will. Eventually, Erik confessed to the murders in sessions with his psychologist, citing the desire to be free of their controlling father.

During their first trial, the defense argued that the brothers killed their parents in self-defense after years of alleged sexual, emotional and physical abuse; but the prosecution argued that the murders were premeditated, allegations of sexual abuse were fabricated and that the brothers were motivated by hatred and a desire to receive their father’s multimillion-dollar estate after being disinherited from his will. The juries were unable to reach a verdict, resulting in mistrials for both brothers. In a second trial that took place a year later, the brothers were convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.

Parole is the supervised and early release of a prisoner before they finish their full sentence, allowing them to serve the rest of their time in the community.

Erik Menendez and his brother Lyle are pictured on August 12, 1991, in Beverly Hills. They are accused of killing their parents, Jose and Mary Louise Menendez of Beverly Hills, California.

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Earlier this month, it was reported that the Menendez Brothers’ second appearance before the California Board of Parole was moved up to March 2027, a year earlier than expected after both men were denied parole at their first hearing before the parole board last year. The two were re-sentenced to 50 years to life, automatically making them eligible for parole consideration because they were younger than 26 when the crime occurred. It also led to a three-year denial of parole, which is the shortest denial length under California law. They were officially convicted of murder in 1996 and are able to apply for a parole suitability hearing in August 2028.

“For almost 40 years, Erik and Lyle have worked to take responsibility for their actions, confront and heal from the unimaginable abuse and trauma they endured, grow as individuals, and dedicate themselves to serving others,” their family said in a statement. “They have sought to build an environment that reminds people serving life sentences that their lives still have meaning and that, regardless of their circumstances, they can choose each day to grow, heal, accept accountability, and contribute something of value to the world around them.”

Erik Menendez with his attorney, Leslie Abramson, and his brother Lyle Menendez. Los Angeles, 9th March 1994.

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While being held at the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego, the two brothers helped create the Green Space Project in 2018, which made the facility’s yard look like a park and was inspired by the Norwegian approach to incarceration, which believes rehabilitation in prisons surrounded by nature leads to successful reintegration into society, even for those who have committed terrible crimes.

Lyle, now 58, co-founded the group Rehabilitation Through Beautification (RTB), and helped raise more than $250,000 from local businesses and donors. He also assists in running self-help groups, trauma support groups and a service animal training program in the facility. Meanwhile, Erik, 55, served as the lead painter for a large landscape mural depicting San Diego landmarks as part of the yard transformation. The mural features work by incarcerated artists, as well as volunteers from the San Diego State University’s art students and faculty.

“This project hopes to normalize the environment inside the prison to reflect the living environment outside the prison,” Pedro Calderón Michel, the deputy press secretary for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, told the Associated Press in October 2024.

The Green Space Project is still actively underway and continuing its rollout, and is completely funded by the public.

“Erik and Lyle were once sentenced to life without the possibility of parole. We will always be profoundly grateful that they have been resentenced and that our family can now imagine a future in which they are once again part of our everyday lives,” the statement continued. “We are incredibly proud of the men they have become and deeply grateful to the Parole Board for recognizing their efforts and allowing them to advance their parole hearing.”

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When it comes to decorating, the biggest changes tend to get all the attention. A new sofa, a beautiful set of dinnerware, a colorful rug, or fresh bedding can completely change the look of a room. But sometimes, it’s the smallest details that make a house feel like home. Think a pretty dish towel hanging from the oven, a vase of flowers on the windowsill, or a soap dispenser that’s charming enough to double as decor.

And if anyone knows how to bring personality into a home, it’s Dolly Parton. Her Mason Jar Soap Dispenser at Wayfair takes an everyday kitchen or bathroom essential and gives it a country-inspired makeover. With its nostalgic silhouette and farmhouse appeal, it’s an easy way to add a little Southern charm to your sink without rearranging the entire room

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The mason jar-inspired design is already charming and “beautiful” according to shoppers, but it’s the colorful artwork that really makes this dispenser stand out. Its clear glass body is decorated with mosaic-style pink roses, bright blue and coral flowers, leafy green accents, and delicate butterflies in shades of blue and purple. Dolly’s signature adds a recognizable finishing touch for fans near the bottom.

Measuring 7.5 inches tall and 3.5 inches wide, it has a 16-fluid-ounce capacity, so you won’t have to constantly refill it. The stainless steel pump dispenses soap with a simple push, while the clear glass makes it easy to see when you’re running low. 

Of course, there’s no rule that says it has to hold hand soap. Fill it with dish soap and place it beside your kitchen sink or add lotion and keep it in the bathroom. You could even fill it with hand sanitizer and set it on an entryway table, giving family and guests a convenient place to clean their hands as soon as they walk through the door.

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It would also make a thoughtful housewarming gift, particularly for someone who loves country-inspired decor or happens to be a Dolly Parton fan. Pair it with a bottle of scented hand soap, a pretty dish towel, and a vanity display tray for a well-rounded present.

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Wash your hands of boring bathroom decor — shop the Dolly Parton Mason Jar Soap Dispenser at Wayfair!

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Hours before hitting the dance floor for a third week of competition on season 35 of Dancing With the Stars, celebrity contestant Tyler Cameron published a heartfelt letter to his partner on the show, longtime DWTS pro Sharna Burgess on Tuesday, September 29.

“Dear Sharna,” the Bachelorette alum and new HGTV star wrote, posting his note on social media with behind-the-scenes photos from their rehearsals. “We are back at it for week 3. This has been a tough week for me with a very challenging dance but you have just kept pushing me to be better and better every day.”

For the week’s theme, Yacht Rock, Cameron and Burgess will be dancing a jive to Still the One by Orleans, and one of the 13 remaining duos will be sent home at the end of the night.

“You have been a beacon of light for me this whole time but especially this week,” Cameron told Burgess. “You’ve dug me out of mental holes, and kept pouring confidence back into me every day. I am so grateful for every minute and every interaction with you. You keep pulling the best out of me!”

“Tonight’s a big night and the dance is in us,” Cameron concluded. “We just got to cut it loose and have fun like we always do! Let’s keep this party rolling!” He also encouraged fans to vote “Tyler to 21523” during the show.

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Sharna, who dyed her hair from blonde to red this week, had not replied to Cameron’s post at the time of publication, but plenty of fans had, encouraging the star to believe in himself.

One fan wrote, “Hugs to you both!!!! Seems like it’s just kinda been a week for you two in a lot of ways. I can’t wait to watch you crush it!! ❤️❤️🔥” That person may have noticed Burgess’ post about finally sneaking in some afterschool time with her kids between demanding rehearsals or the post from her fiancé, Brian Austin Green, sharing that he was feeling low and alone on Friday night.

Another person assured Cameron, “You guys have worked so hard! You have my vote 🙌”

Dancing with the Stars airs live each Tuesday night on ABC and Disney+, including on September 29 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood and his wife of 12 years, Sally Humphreys Wood, are a red carpet dynamic duo.

Ronnie, 79, joined the Rolling Stones in 1975, but had success with Faces and the Jeff Beck Group before that. Still, it was his turn with the Stones that gave the shaggy-haired Brit serious notoriety. Now, the star is happier than ever alongside his wife Sally, 48. The twosome attended the opening reception of “Ronnie Wood: The Jimi Hendrix Portraits” at Handel Hendrix House in London, England, and looked incredibly in love. With their arms around each other, the couple smiled for the camera.

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Wood Called the Stones “Naughty Schoolboys”

No matter their age, the Stones have a great time when they get together. This past summer, Wood appeared in an interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe and said the band goes off on their own when they’re not touring or in the studio. But when they reunite, all bets are off.

“Well, we don’t over-soak our hanging out. We lead our own lives,” Wood shared. “When we do get back together, it’s like no time has gone by.”

He went on to say that they revert to their younger years pretty quickly.

“We’re back in the playground like naughty schoolboys,” he said, noting that “Mick is still very driving to this day.”

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Wood’s Relationship With Amy Winehouse

 Earlier this year, Wood opened up to The Sunday Times about speaking candidly with Amy Winehouse about her addiction issues. The beloved singer, who died in 2011 at age 27 from alcohol poisoning, was struggling tremendously, and Wood was hoping to help.

“She would go: ‘Oh Ronnie, what am I going to do?’ I said: ‘Look, everyone knows you’ve got vodka in the water bottle. Get it together and get on stage.’ But if you could get her up there and she stayed there, it’d be great,” Wood told the publication. “I’m sad because she didn’t do her full span. It was like saying goodbye to Billie Holiday again.”

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