Jas Waters, ‘This Is Us’ and ‘Kidding’ writer, dead at 39

Shanna Moakler has spoken out for the first time since her boyfriend Matthew Rondeau was arrested for domestic violence.

Chaney Jones, 24, is enjoying her time under the Miami sun and is looking a lot like Kim Kardashian while she does it! The influencer, who has recently been linked to Kanye West, looked every bit the rapper’s estranged wife on Wednesday in photos you can see here, as she frolicked in the ocean in Florida, sporting a long sleeve black bathing suit which had a cut-out in the back and a thong showing off her derrière.

Clayton Davis Jessica Chastain’s nod as Tammy Faye Bakker in “The Eyes of Tammy Faye” marks her Oscar third nomination — yet she says this awards season is a bit of a refreshing experience. That’s because the award is no longer overshadowed by some of the ugly campaign tactics employed by the likes of Harvey Weinstein — the disgraced studio head convicted in 2020 of multiple counts of rape and sexual assault (whom Chastain doesn’t reference by name).On this episode of Variety’s award-winning Awards Circuit Podcast, we talk to Chastain about “The Eyes of Tammy Faye” and her approach to portraying the controversial televangelist. She reveals what lies ahead via upcoming film roles including playing Tammy Wynette in the forthcoming “George and Tammy” limited series, Tobias Lindholm’s “The Good Nurse” and Rawson Marshall Thurber’s “The Division.” The actor also discusses her friendship with fellow Julliard classmate Oscar Isaac, whom she’s worked with on several films and tv projects.

Dennis Harvey Film CriticSome movies endure as a treasured soundtrack to which the film itself becomes a mere footnote. That seems likely to prove the case with “Creation Stories,” a biopic of Creation Records’ founder Alan McGee that duly draws sonic fuel from the stellar array of Britpop bands he was involved with.

signaled his support for the bill.Under the bill, sponsored by Rep. Joe Harding (R-Williston), teachers would be prohibited from “encouraging discussion” about sexual orientation or gender identity in primary grade levels — which in Florida, is defined as preschool through third grade — or broaching the topic “in a manner that is not age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students.” The bill also allows parents to sue school districts for failing to consult them regarding “critical decisions affecting a student’s mental, emotional, or physical health or well-being.”While supporters largely intend for the bill to discourage teachers from affirming a child’s gender identity or acknowledging sexual orientation without first consulting the parents, during a Senate hearing on a nearly-identical bill proposed by Sen.

Russia has began a war on Europe by crossing the Ukrainian border and targeting key parts of the country, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said.

Peta Murgatroyd revealed that her husband and Dancing With The Stars professional Maksim Chmerkovskiy is currently in Ukraine, where Russian troops are attacking Kyiv and other cities and invading the country. The attacks started in the early hours of Thursday, Feb. 24 and have been threatening the lives of the citizens who live there, including Maks. Peta took to social media to seek comfort during these tough times.

“The Crown” has reached a setback as a major theft took place on set.

The Weeknd apologized just two hours after the “horrible timing” of his latest tweet amid the Russian attacks in Ukraine. The 32-year-old “Blinding Lights” singer took to Twitter on Feb. 23 and sent a message of support as Russian President Vladimir Putin continues the country’s assaults on Ukraine.

In her thoughts. Peta Murgatroyd asked fans to “please pray” for her husband, Maksim Chmerkovskiy, to return from his native Ukraine safely following the Russian invasion.

Alicia Witt's parents has been revealed. According to death certificates obtained by, the cause of death for Robert Witt, 87, and Diane Witt, 75, was «probable cardiac dysrhythmia» due to the cold.ET has reached out to Witt's rep for comment.The news comes just two months after  actress announced that her parents were found dead in their Massachusetts home in December. The tragic discovery came after Witt had asked a cousin who lived near by to check on them after not hearing from them for some time.«I reached out to a cousin who lives close to my parents to check on them,» the 46-year-old star said in a statement to ET at the time.

The Centers For Disease Control today shared with clinicians newly-revised Covid-19 vaccination guidelines for those ages 12-64, people who are moderately to severely immunocompromised and those who had the Janssen vaccine.

Longtime TV performers and former "ER" costars Anthony Edwards and Mare Winningham are married after secretly tying the knot last year following nearly 40 years of friendship. The "Inventing Anna" actor, 59, revealed to Esquire that he and the "Dopesick" star, 62, got hitched in an intimate ceremony that saw the pair exchange vows to each other while a friend bared witness and officiated.

Dancing with the Stars professional Cheryl Burke has broken her silence following the news she is divorcing her husband Matthew Lawrence.Exclusive: Cheryl Burke admits Dancing with the Stars could 'take a few notes' from Strictly Come Dancing"I know I have always said I’m an open book with you guys, I do strive to be, and in writing this I’ve realized there really isn’t an easy way to announce that my marriage is ending," the 37-year-old shared on social media with fans, a day after the news broke.WATCH: Cheryl Burke reveals she will be dancing remotely with Cody Rigsby"I hope you can understand that I will not be commenting any further at this time and am asking for understanding and privacy.

Woah! Things are getting VERY serious between Jana Kramer and new boyfriend Ian Schinelli!

A 15-year-old girl died after accidentally shooting herself with a submachine gun while recording a video for TikTok.

Why is Pete Davidson back on social media? Do U agree with our cohost’s theory??? This and much more on our latest podcast! CLICK HERE to watch this episode of The Perez Hilton Podcast with Chris Booker!

Sean Penn is currently in Ukraine filming a documentary about Russia's invasion.The 61-year-old actor appeared during Thursday's news conference at the Presidential Office in Kyiv, the nation's capital, and sat in the front row as senior government officials spoke about the attack. A spokesperson for VICE tells ET, «All we can add at this time is that the doc is a Vice Studios production in association with VICE World News and Endeavor Content.»According to multiple reports, Penn visited the country as far back as November 2021 to prepare for the documentary.

Sean Cusick from Glasgow has found himself in an unimaginable situation, stranded in Eastern Ukraine with his wife and their two-year-old son.The family have "no money" for food and are spending their time hiding in a bunker after "waking up to huge explosions." Due to travel document issues, Sean and his family have no means of escaping back to Scotland where they desperately want to be. Here, Sean tells OK! his account of things amid Russia's "full-scale" invasion of the country... Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter The atmosphere here in Kharkiv, Ukraine, is scary.Tension can be felt everywhere, and a lot of people are desperately trying to find shelter, my neighbours included.

Weeks after Victoria Police arrested six teenagers for a series of gay-bashing attacks in the parklands in Ashwood, the Monash City council on Tuesday passed a motion condemning homophobia.Trigger Warning: This story has details of homophobia and homophobic slurs, which might be distressing to some readers. For 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For Australia-wide LGBTQI peer support call QLife on 1800 184 527 or webchat.The councillors unanimously passed a motion in a council meeting on February 22 to fly the Pride flag across the municipality till March 7, in solidarity with the LGBTQI community. “One of the worst things about these sorts of incidents is the isolation and vulnerability that people feel. Everyone needs to feel secure and needs to feel that they belong.

Cardi B keeps her finger on the pulse of politics and other world events, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that she has something to say about the current Russia-Ukraine crisis.As Russia President Vladimir Putin ordered troops into Ukraine’s two pro-Russia breakaway regions, one of Cardi’s fans tweeted that she was wondering what the rapper thought of the ongoing affairs. In response, the former Love & Hip Hop star tweeted, “Wish these world leaders stop tripping about power and really think about whose really getting affected (citizens) besides the whole world is in a crisis.War,sanctions,invasions should be the last thing these leaders should worry about.”Wish these world leaders stop tripping about power and really think about whose really getting affected (citizens) besides the whole world is in a crisis.War,sanctions,invasions should be the last thing these leaders should worry about.

EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy couldn't have looked more smitten as she enjoyed a rare date night with her fiancé Marc Humphries.The 38 year old, whose daughter took part in Junior Bake Off, checked into a London hotel for a romantic night away from the children with her other half. Smiling for the camera, the soap star was seen with a glass of wine while Marc enjoyed a pint of beer. Continuing on with their romantic evening, Natalie revealed they were heading out to see a show, as she wrote in an Instagram Story snap: "A very rare night away! Off to the theatre ain't I..." Natalie looked sensational for the evening, as she wore an oversized white chunky atop matching white bottoms and comfortable trainers.

This is Us” and “Kidding” writer Jas Waters’ cause of death was revealed as a suicide.Representatives for Waters confirmed the news of her death to Fox News on Wednesday explaining that she died “within the last week.” Now, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s office has publicly disclosed its findings on her cause of death.The coroner officially deemed that the 39-year-old died from suicide by hanging. The case is now listed as closed.After her death was confirmed, many took to social media to share both their shock and condolences.“It is with extremely heavy hearts that all of us at RMG mourn the life of our client and friend, Jas Waters,” a statement from her reps at Rain Management reads.

Jas Waters' cause of death has been disclosed. ET can confirm that based on the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner records, Waters died of suicide by hanging. She was 39.Waters wrote on 18 episodes of , and also worked on Jim Carrey's, as well as the film .

#ThisIsUs family was devastated to learn of Jas Waters passing. In our time together, Jas left her mark on us and ALL over the show," the account wrote alongside a photo of Waters. «She was a brilliant storyteller and a force of nature.

Jas Waters, a writer on Showtime's Kidding and NBC's This Is Us, has died. She was 39.

Mandy Moore and Dan Fogelman have paid tribute to This Is Us writer Jas Waters after her death at the age of 39.

The cast and crew of NBC's This Is Us was in for a rude shock on Thursday when one of their team members writer Jas Waters breathed her last. Jas passed away at the young age of 39 and the news of her death was confirmed by the This Is Us official Twitter account.

This Is Us writer Jas Waters has died. She was 39.  The news of her death was confirmed by the This Is Us writers via their Twitter account on Wednesday afternoon.

This Is Us and Kidding, has died. She was 39.The news was confirmed by the NBC series.