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Meri Brown: Here’s to the Future, I’m Finally Moving On! on August 14, 2023 at 3:48 pm The Hollywood Gossip

It’s been seven months since Meri Brown terminated her spiritual marriage.
But it now sounds like the Sister Wives cast member is at last ready to move on.
On Sunday, Brown shared the following selfie… and including with it a lengthy caption that didn’t directly address her January 2023 split from Kody Brown.
But you scarcely need to read between any lines to understand what Meri was referring to via the inspirational message.
Meri Brown likes to post selfies on Instagram. This one went up in August 2023. (Instagram)
“This year has been a season of change for me,” wrote Meri to open the statement.
“A time to look inward, decide what is me now, what is not anymore.
“A time to cherish the past and the memories it holds, while also letting go and reaching for my future.”
Meri, as loyal celebrity gossip and Sister Wives fans know well, often shares posts such as these. She’s the master of cryptic, vague, sort of motivational memes and messages on Instagram.
Meri Brown is trying her best to move on after a failed marriage to Kody. (TLC)
About a month ago, for example, Brown cited potential changes on the way — but didn’t exactly elaborate on what this might mean.
She married Kody in 1994, but the father of 17 then filed to divorce Meri in 2010 so he could exchange vows with new spouse Robyn and legally adopt her kids from a previous relationship.
A few years later, Meri met someone on the Internet and fell victim to a catfishing scam.
Kody saw this as a form of cheating and cut off any kind of emotional ties to his ex-wife; they remained in some kind of non-romantic relationship for years… until the official split in January.
What does everyone think? Meri Brown debuted a new hairstyle in July 2023. (Instagram)
“It’s been a time to part ways with all the ‘stuff’ holding me back, holding me down, and what is holding on to me, that stuff that doesn’t serve me anymore,” continued Meri on August 13.
“Physical stuff, emotional stuff, all the unneeded stuff.”
This, we’d have to imagine, would include anything and everything related to Kody.
Brown added this is “a time to shed resentment, pain, hurt, even those same emotions of others that I’ve been carrying, that are not mine to carry.”
Meri Brown posted this photo for social media followers to see in summer of 2023. (Instagram)
Meri is clearly going through a lot these days.
She just visited her parents’ gravestones and posted a tribute to her late mom and dad.
“This is a time to explore new things, new places, new people, new environments, to discover what is my future,” the mother of one wrote on Instagram this latest time around.
Meri Brown is in London in this photo, and looking pretty darn happy about it, too. (Instagram)
She concluded as follows:
It’s a time to create the updated version of me, and in doing that I’m not afraid to retreat into myself at times while I learn, create, and become, all the new parts of me.
For in retreating, looking inward, and making a change, that is where my best and brightest self is created.
The one who can love fully, give insight where appropriate, inspire deeply, and have an impact on those around me who can benefit from my stories and what I have to share.
THIS is my evolution.
Let’s all hope Meri Brown finds the happiness she continues to seek.
We’ll hear a lot more from her when Sister Wives returns with new episodes on Sunday, August 20.
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Meri Brown: Here’s to the Future, I’m Finally Moving On! was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.
Meri Brown has made a bold statement about her future. She’s ready for a fresh start, Sister Wives fans!
Meri Brown: Here’s to the Future, I’m Finally Moving On! was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.
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Kim and Kanye’s Daughter North West Faces Criticism Over Her Tattoos

North West, the 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, is under the spotlight once again — this time for showing off a collection of tattoos that set social media on fire. In recent photos and videos circulating online, North was seen with several arm designs, including tributes to her parents and fashion-inspired symbols. While fans were quick to admire her bold style, not everyone was impressed.

Critics argue that the tattoos — even though they appear to be temporary — are another example of celebrity children being pushed into adult trends too early. Comments flooded social media platforms, with some users saying Kim allows North too much freedom, while others defended the reality star’s parenting approach, praising her for letting her daughter explore creativity and self-expression.
“Kids should be kids,” one commenter wrote, reflecting a broader sentiment among parents online. Meanwhile, supporters pointed out that North comes from one of the most fashion-forward families in the world and that experimenting with style is part of her upbringing.
Kim Kardashian has not directly addressed the controversy, but she has often spoken about encouraging her children to express themselves authentically. North, already known for her viral TikTok appearances and fashion collaborations, seems unfazed by the criticism.
At just 12, North West continues to blur the lines between youth culture and celebrity identity — reminding the public that in the Kardashian–West household, individuality isn’t just allowed, it’s celebrated.
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Jennifer Lopez’s Ex Fires Back: “You Are the Problem”

Ojani Noa Accuses J.Lo of Cheating After “Never Been Loved” Comments
Jennifer Lopez is once again at the center of a media storm — but this time, it’s her first husband, Ojani Noa, turning up the heat. Following Lopez’s recent Howard Stern Show interview, in which she claimed she has “never been truly loved” by any of her exes, Noa has publicly accused the superstar of cheating and playing the victim.
In the viral Instagram post that has now spread across major outlets like TMZ and New York Post, Noa didn’t hold back.
“Stop putting us down. Stop putting me down with your victim card,” he wrote. “The problem is not us. Not me. The problem is you. You’re the one who couldn’t keep it in your pants.”
“You Chose Fame and Lies Over Love”
Noa and Lopez were married briefly from 1997 to 1998, before her rise to Hollywood superstardom. In his explosive statement, he accused her of being unfaithful during their marriage, claiming she prioritized fame over their relationship.
“You have been loved a few times. You’ve been married four times. And have had countless relationships in between,” Noa continued. “You decided to lie, to cheat on me. You begged me to keep the marriage intact to avoid bad press.”
Noa described himself as “faithful, honest, and loving,” saying he uprooted his life and career to support Lopez at the beginning of her entertainment journey. “I left my family, my friends, everything behind for you,” he wrote, “but once fame came calling, you left me behind.”
Lopez Silent Amid Growing Backlash
As of now, Jennifer Lopez has not publicly responded to Noa’s allegations. During her Howard Stern interview, the singer and actress claimed her former partners “weren’t capable” of loving her, saying, “It’s not that I’m not lovable… it’s that they’re not capable.”
Her remarks were widely interpreted as referencing all of her ex-husbands — including Marc Anthony, Cris Judd, and Ben Affleck — but it was Noa who reacted first and most forcefully. His comments have ignited widespread debate online, with many questioning whether Lopez’s honesty came at the expense of others’ reputations.
Public Response and Media Fallout
The online reaction has been intense, with social media users split between defending Lopez’s right to share her truth and blasting her for allegedly rewriting history. Meanwhile, entertainment analysts note that the controversy adds to an increasingly turbulent year for the singer, following canceled tours, underperforming films, and ongoing scrutiny over her marriage to Affleck.
This latest backlash has also reignited conversations about Lopez’s highly publicized romantic history. As tabloids and fans speculate whether more exes might respond, the situation underscores an old truth in celebrity culture — that every candid confession comes with consequences.
For now, Jennifer Lopez remains silent. But in the court of public opinion, the debate about who’s really at fault in her love story is only just beginning.
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Selling Your Soul in Hollywood: The Hidden Cost of Fame

By all appearances, Hollywood is a dream factory — a place where charisma, talent, and luck collide to create stars. But behind the camera lights and red carpets lies a conversation few inside the industry speak openly about: the spiritual and moral price of ambition.

For actor Omar Gooding, the idea of “selling your soul” in Hollywood isn’t a metaphor — it’s a moral process that begins with tiny compromises. In an October 2025 interview, Gooding explained that no one in Hollywood makes a literal deal with the devil. Instead, it’s the quiet yeses, the moments when comfort overrides conviction, that mark the beginning of the trade. “They don’t say, ‘Take this or you’ll never make it,’” he said. “They just put it in front of you. You choose.”
Those choices, he argues, create a pattern. Once you show that you’ll accept something you once resisted, the industry notices. “Hollywood knows who it can get away with what,” Gooding said. “One thing always leads to another.” The phrase “selling your soul,” in this context, means losing your say — doing what you’re told rather than what you believe in.
That moral tension has long shadowed the arts. Comedians like Dave Chappelle, who famously walked away from millions to preserve his creative integrity, often serve as examples of where conviction and career collide. In resurfaced interviews, Chappelle hinted that he felt manipulated and silenced by powerful figures who sought control of his narrative, warning that “they’re trying to convince me I’m insane.”
This isn’t just about conspiracy — it’s about agency. Hollywood runs on perception. Performers are rewarded for being agreeable, moldable, entertaining. Those who question the machine or refuse the script risk exile, while those who conform are elevated — sometimes beyond what they can handle.
“We see the ‘collections’ all the time,” Gooding explained. “When the bill comes due, you can tell. They made that deal long ago.”

But the story doesn’t end in darkness. Gooding also emphasizes that in today’s entertainment landscape, artists have more control than ever. With streaming, social media, and creator‑driven platforms, performers don’t have to “play the game” to be seen. Independent creators can build their own stages, speak their own truths, and reach millions without trading authenticity for access.
Still, the temptation remains — recognition, validation, quick success. And every generation of artists must answer the same question: What are you willing to do for fame?
As Gooding put it, “You just make the best choices you can. Because once it’s gone — your name, your peace, your soul — there’s no buying it back.”
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