Theintense scrutiny and body shamingthatJessica Simpsondealt with as a young star made her “want to be a recluse,” the singer’s mother, Tina Simpson, said.Watching Jessica struggle with the criticism was difficult for Tina as a parent.“I have to be honest: To me the hardest thing with Jessica has been the weight. Because the way people judge her, it’s unbelievable,” Tina, 61, told Sheinelle Jones onToday. “Body shaming is a terrible thing, and no girl should have to go through that — or guy....

Photo: Jessica Simpson/Instagram Jessica Simpsonis thanking her daughterMaxwellfor using her birthday wish on a selfless cause. Themom of three, 42, discussed Saturday on Instagram howher now 11-year-old wished for Jessica’s father’s bone cancer treatments to work. Alongside a joyful photo of Maxwell holding up her mother, Jessica began her caption, “On May 1, 2012,my firstborn, Maxwell Drew Johnson, arrived into this life as a sentient being seemingly not of this world....

Jessica Simpson with Maxwell Drew and Ace Knute.Photo: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images Jessica Simpson’s daughterMaxwell Drewhad a “magical” birthday weekend to celebrate turning 10. “How is my first born,best news of my life, and best friend already 10yrs old?!? We had a magical weekend following her lead of rotating friends and family. She begged God to not grow up and to wake up 5yrs old again,” Simpson — who shares Maxwell with husbandEric Johnson— began in her lengthy tribute....

Jet Li‘s manager is speaking out on behalf of his client after a photoshowing the action star looking frail and unrecognizablewent viral over the weekend, prompting concerns for the 55-year-old’s health.“He has hyperthyroidism that he’s been dealing with for almost 10 years,”Steven Chasman told theWashington PostMonday. “It’s nothing life-threatening and he’s dealing with it.”In a snap taken of Li with a fan in Tibet that surfaced Saturday, according toThe Hollywood Reporter, the martial art star smiles for the camera but looks weak....

Their storybook wedding on Cumberland Island on Sept. 21, 1996 made many believe in their fairytale romance — but the true story aboutJohn F. Kennedy Jr. andCarolyn Bessette‘s marriage was always much more complicated. “John and Carolyn loved each other,” saysTaraborrelli,“but their struggles were much more real than people realize.” When John first met the beautiful Calvin Klein fashion publicist in the mid-nineties, he confided to a close friend, “You know how you hear about meeting a girl and knowing instantly she’s the one?...

Photo: Shutterstock Dr. Jill Bidenis showing her support for Ukraine. On Monday, the first lady, 70, wore a face mask embroidered with a sunflower, the national flower of Ukraine, during a White House event celebratingBlack History Month. White House officials said the first lady wore the mask to show support for the Ukrainian people amidRussia’s ongoing invasion. During the East Room event, a reporter asked PresidentJoe Bidenif Americans should be concerned about nuclear war amid the Russia-Ukraine crisis....

Jill Duggar Dillardis clarifying her decision to read the Kama Sutra on her recent anniversary trip. Last week, theCounting Onstar, 28,opened up about her weekend getaway to Branson, Missourifor her five-year wedding anniversary to husbandDerick Dillard. While their weekend was filled with many activities, it was the couple’s time in the bedroom that particularly stood out to many of her fans. One of the photos in Jill’s Instagram slideshow last week included a snap of their sexy setup, which featured the Kama Sutra, a massage oil candle, a plate of Skittles, and a game scorecard that had “Bedroom Edition” written across the top....

Jill Duggar Dillard and Derick Dillard.Photo: Jill Dillard/ instagram Jill (Duggar) Dillardhas been spending quality time with her loved ones. The formerCounting Onstar, 30, has been “soaking up family time” during a social media hiatus, which seemed to end with a post on Sunday. “👋🏻 Hey peeps!” Jill began. “🌱 I took a little break on here to start the year and it has been super nice!” Jill, who hasn’t been seen on social media since her brotherJosh Duggarreceived a guilty verdict in his December child pornography case, gave a little glimpse of what she’s been up to....

After appearing on the past couple seasons onTheReal Housewives of New York Cityas a guest, original Housewife Jill Zarin may be ready for a real comeback. “All I can say is the they’ve started filming and I’m here,” Zarin, 55, told PEOPLE exclusively as she prepared to play in a tennis match with pro John Isner at the Brookfield Place Open in New York City. “I’m at the tennis event today....

Jillian Michaels and fiancée Heidi Rhoadeswon’t be headed down the aisle.The fitness trainer, 44, announced Friday that they have broken up, and have been “for awhile now.”“You’ve been with me through it all so I’m sharing some news with you…Heidi and I have been split for awhile now,” Michaels wrote on Instagram. “We’ve found we’re better friends and parents living apart than staying together.”The longtime couplegot engaged during an episode of Michaels’ E!...

Alexis and Jimmie Allen in April 2022.Photo: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Jimmie Allenis prioritizing family time. “As of right now, Jimmie and Lexi are focused on their new bundle of joy,” says the rep. “He’s currently splitting his time between Delaware with the family, along with Florida and California, working on finishing his new music which should be out later this fall.” Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories....

Jimmie and Alexis Allen.Photo: Amy Sussman/Getty The singer, 37,shared the newswith fans on Instagram on Friday, adding that he and Gale, 27, will also be welcoming their third child together later in 2023. “After much thought and reflection in recent months, Lex & I have made the decision to separate,” Allen wrote. “As we navigate this life change, we can also share that we will be welcoming another child together later this year....

Jimmy Hayeswill be remembered as a hockey star in the NHL and his hometown, but first and foremost, he was a loving father. “His greatest accomplishment without question was being a dad,” Kristen wrote on her Instagram Story along with the resurfaced tweet. “Can’t wait to show this to Beau one day,” added the mother of two, who welcomed their son Mac on May 5. In a separate Instagram Story post on Friday, Kristen wrote, “This isn’t fair....