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‘The Bear’ Stars Celebrate Comedy Series Win With Onstage Makeout on January 16, 2024 at 4:27 am Us Weekly

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The Bear took home the Best Comedy Series trophy at the 2023 Emmy Awards.

While accepting the award on stage at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, cast member Matty Matheson shared a long and passionate kiss with costar Ebon Moss-Bachrach while launching into his speech.

“I love you, Ebon,” Matheson, 41, began on Monday, January 15. “I just love restaurants so much, the good, the bad, it’s rough. We’re all broken inside, and every single day, we got to show up and cook and make people feel good by eating something and sitting at a table. And it’s really beautiful. And all of us here, we get to make a show together and we get to make people feel good or filled with anxiety or triggered.”

Matheson continued by giving thanks to the cast and crew, noting that there are “so many people that make this show happen every single day.” He added that it’s “hard work” and “early hours,” joking that they “don’t see the sun for three months.”

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After much anticipation and a postponement, the 2023 Emmy Awards are almost underway at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on Monday, January 15. The Television Academy announced in August 2023 that the 75th annual ceremony was pushed to January 2024 amid actors, writers and other entertainment workers going on strike. Both the Writers Guild […]

He concluded the speech by exclaiming, “Restaurants forever!”

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Several popular series were nominated in the category, including Abbott Elementary, Barry, Jury Duty, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Only Murders in the Building and Ted Lasso.

Ted Lasso’s third and final season had more nominations than any show at this year’s ceremony with a total of 24. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel had 14 nominations and The Bear’s debut season had 13 nominations.

The Bear had a super-successful evening at the Emmys, with Ayo Edebiri, Jeremy Allen White and Moss-Bachrach, 46, all taking home acting trophies. Creator Christopher Storer, who was not in attendance, also won awards for outstanding writing and directing.

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The 2023 Primetime Emmy Awards brought out some of TV’s biggest stars after months of anticipation. A-listers flocked to the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Monday, January 15, for the 75th annual awards show, hosted by Anthony Anderson. Nominations were announced in July 2023, two months before the Emmys were initially set to be […]

Ted Lasso previously took home the award for Best Comedy Series at both the 2021 and 2022 Emmy Awards.

The Apple TV+ series, which was cocreated by and stars Jason Sudeikis, was one of only seven other comedy series to win the prestigious award in its first two seasons.

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“This show is about good and evil,” Sudeikis, 48, shared in his acceptance speech at the September 2022 event. “This show is about the truth and lies. This show is about all the stuff, but it’s mostly about our response to those things. And your response to our show has been overwhelming.”

Although the show was wildly successful, the Ted Lasso cast and crew previously shared that season 3 would likely be the last.

“This story is done,” Sudeikis explained on the “Fly on the Wall” podcast in May 2023. “It sounds like such a political answer, but it’s the truth. We only conceived these three [seasons], then this thing became this big old thing.”

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While a fourth season may not be in the cards, Sudeikis noted that the Ted Lasso team has “thought about” working on potential spinoffs based on the original series.

“Whether it’s [a book], whether it’s doing podcasts about the episodes to offer those audio commentaries … just to talk through things and the themes,” he explained at the time. “And also it would explain the show in a much more cerebral way than I ever would have been able to explain it to anybody. Yeah, there’s opportunities, I think, for spinoffs.”

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Director Declan Lowney has also touched on continuing the series in some other way.

“Everybody knew it was the end, but it’s also the end for now,” Lowney, 63, told The Hollywood Reporter in August 2023. “It’s going to be two or three years before anything happens — if anything happens — so let’s try and tie up all these stories properly. I think that it [could have] kept going, but it had done its thing — the three-season arc, that was the deal, that was what [Jason] wanted. But, I feel there’s something else … There will be other things.”

The Bear took home the Best Comedy Series trophy at the 2023 Emmy Awards. While accepting the award on stage at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, cast member Matty Matheson shared a long and passionate kiss with costar Ebon Moss-Bachrach while launching into his speech. “I love you, Ebon,” Matheson, 41, began on Monday, 

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Kim and Kanye’s Daughter North West Faces Criticism Over Her Tattoos

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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”

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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.”

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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

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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?

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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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