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Best: Ellen DeGeneres announced her engagement to Portia De Rossi in 2008 Neilson Barnard/Getty Images It wasn’t all that long ago that same-sex marriage wasn’t legal in the United States — it only became legal on a national level in 2015, as noted by The New York Times. However, in 2008, California legalized same-sex unions on a state level, something that Ellen DeGeneres celebrated with good reason. To that end, one of the best moments in the history of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” was when DeGeneres made a big announcement about her love life....

The Best Brands To Look For At Ross Dress For Less Bloomberg/Getty Images By Agnes Erickson/March 19, 2021 2:41 pm EST Who doesn’t love a deal? Hunting for clothes at discount retail stores like Ross Dress for Less (often abbreviated to just Ross) can leave you feeling like the deeply discounted pants suit, cocktail dress, and pajama set you just bought were more of a steal then an actual purchase. That’s because Ross is known for carrying designer brands and selling them for a fraction of their original cost....

The Big Cost Of RuPaul’s Drag Race That The Queens Don’t Talk About Ethan Miller/Getty Images By Lindsay Cronin/May 10, 2021 12:56 am EST Upon looking at just about any scene from “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” it is quite clear that a lot of thought and creativity is involved. However, what viewers of the VH1 series may not know is that appearing on the show is also quite costly for its contestants and the network does not provide them with a budget....

The Lie That Got George Clooney His Big Break Shutterstock By Hope Campbell/May 26, 2021 10:26 am EST There was a time when mega-star and Oscar winner George Clooney would have done anything to break into show biz and make his mark on Hollywood. Yes, he grew up with a famous aunt in singer Rosemary Clooney and a famous dad in television host and journalist Nick Clooney (via Biography.com), but young George had to make it on his own — even if it meant lying....

Tyrion Shutterstock Tyrion Lannister, played by Peter Dinklage, is a dwarf on HBO’s smash hit, Game of Thrones. According to Nameberry, author George R. R. Martin (who wrote the books on which the show is based) envisioned Tyrion as both the most intelligent and least attractive being in the world, which may or may not be what you hope for your child. This extremely unique name, invented by Martin, has undoubtedly experienced a boost since Game of Thrones premiered on televisions worldwide....

The Truth About Gabrielle Union’s Skin Care Routine Shutterstock By Maria Faller/June 2, 2021 10:19 am EST Skincare has evolved tremendously over the past century, from the Coco Chanel inspired tanning oil trend of the twenties to the Preparation H beauty hack of the ’70s, which had people rubbing hemorrhoid cream under their eyes for depuffing purposes (via Allure). Living through nearly five decades, actress, author, and activist Gabrielle Union has learned a lot of what works, and what doesn’t, when it comes to her own glowing, youthful skin....

This Is What Chanting Can Do For Your Health Shutterstock By Paige McBride/March 25, 2021 12:23 pm EST As spiritual practices continue to permeate the wellness world due to their mental health benefits, many have noted the soothing properties of chanting mantras. The simple act of repeating a set of syllables creates positive impacts on the nervous system that can soothe anxiety and feelings of unease. Indeed, Healthline reports that the Sanskrit word “mantra” translates to “release” — not a bad way to unwind....

What A Psychic Medium Noticed About William And Harry At Prince Philip’s Funeral Wpa Pool/Getty Images By Kate Hagan Gallup/April 17, 2021 11:57 am EST Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was the longtime Windsor family patriarch before his death at the age of 99. While the Queen may have been the head of the English royalty, the duke was clearly part of the glue that united the senior royals as family....

What Princess Margaret’s Relationship With Princess Diana Was Really Like Georges De Keerle/Getty Images By Christine-Marie Liwag Dixon/March 30, 2021 5:24 pm EST It’s no secret that there was friction between Princess Diana and the royal family, but she did have an ally in Prince Charles’ aunt, Princess Margaret. The princess took her niece-in-law under her wing, revealed royal biographer Andrew Morton in his new book, Elizabeth & Margaret (via Town & Country)....

Everything You Need To Know About The Drama Surrounding Sharon Osbourne John Shearer/Getty Images By Louisa Marshall/April 2, 2021 2:20 pm EST So many of us have known Sharon Osbourne as an America’s Got Talent judge, as the wife of famous rocker Ozzy Osbourne (who famously yells “Sharon” at the top of his lungs), and as a co-host on the ever popular daytime show The Talk. She’s a staple in pop culture as a TV icon, at least until her career and reputation took a hit in March 2021....

Expert Reveals Why Exposed Brick Is A Concerning Decor Trend Shutterstock By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/March 25, 2021 6:49 pm EST When people renovate older homes, they often choose to expose pieces of the original structure that were walled up or covered over during previous renovations in order to restore the house to its original charm. One such trend is exposing brick or beams that were once covered with drywall or plaster....

Here’s What It Means When You Experience A Brain Freeze Shutterstock By Christine-Marie Liwag Dixon/May 24, 2021 5:17 pm EST There’s nothing like a cold drink on a hot day, but nothing ruins that treat quite like drinking it too fast and experiencing that sharp burst of pain in your head known as a brain freeze. A brain freeze is a not-so-scientific name for the stimulation of a group of nerves behind your nose called the sphenopalatine ganglion....

Prince Charles helped break the ice between Prince William and Prince Harry Twitter Several tabloid reports are crediting Prince Charles for engineering the circumstances that allowed Princes William and Harry to speak to each other. Queen Elizabeth’s former press secretary Dickie Arbiter told Good Morning Britain that he would have been surprised if the brothers hadn’t spoken to each other after the funeral, but also that: “It was probably Charles’ initiative sending the cars away so that everybody could walk 200 metres back to the castle as a good ice breaker....

Here’s What Type Of Person A Cancer Should Marry Shutterstock By Cassandra Rose/March 15, 2021 8:49 pm EST Astrology lovers, rejoice. You can finally skip the bad dates and find your right partner. Turns out that your zodiac sign says a lot about your love life, particularly when it comes to your compatibility with a future significant other. In fact, different aspects of your life are influenced by your birth chart, including your personality and relationships, according to Tarot....

Britney will appear in court in summer 2021 Isaac Brekken/Getty Images Britney Spears has been under a conservatorship for over a decade, and she’ll finally speak out about her situation in court this summer. Page Six reports that the pop star is set to appear before the court to address the situation during a scheduled hearing on June 23, 2021. Britney’s lawyer reportedly asked for the hearing specifically to address the conservator case....

Here’s Why The Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Is Back In Use Shutterstock By Stephanie Kaloi/April 24, 2021 2:38 pm EST Health authorities in the United States paused the use of the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine for 10 days after a small number of people suffered unusual and scary side effects. According to NBC, the pause came after six people developed cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) in the days that followed their shot; CVST happens when blood clot forms in the brain, and Johns Hopkins has noted that it typically occurs in roughly 5 people per 1 million annually....

Is This Why Reese Witherspoon And Ryan Phillippe Really Got Divorced? Frazer Harrison/Getty Images By Olivia Jakiel/March 23, 2021 12:20 am EST Ah, young love — there’s truly nothing like it. And while some relationships stand the test of time no matter what, other relationships turn out to be nothing more than painful (albeit valuable) lessons learned. It’s no secret that celebs often date one another — and it makes total sense, seeing as the day-to-day life of a celebrity is typically much different and often more fast-paced than the average Joe....

Marvin Gaye: A Look Inside His Final Year Of Life Gie Knaeps/Getty Images By Felicia Lee/June 7, 2021 11:48 am EST Marvin Gaye’s life was cut tragically short — but he managed to leave behind an impressive musical legacy during his brief 44 years. From his humble start as a preacher’s son through his rise into a defining figure in Motown, he experienced it all: fame, chart-topping hits, and a jet-setting lifestyle but also crushing debt and heartbreak....

The Blended Bunch’s Erica Shemwell Has A Major Worry About Her Kids Instagram By Lucille Barilla/May 4, 2021 3:18 pm EST TLC’s newest hit series, “The Blended Bunch,” features two families who have overcome numerous obstacles in their search for happiness. The Shemwell family and the Means clan were united through mom Erica and dad Spencer who married in November 2018, thereafter becoming “The Blended Bunch” and raising 11 children (via People)....

The Real Reason Mindy Kaling Said No To A Writing Job On SNL Shutterstock By Samantha Coulter/May 28, 2021 5:16 pm EST Since Mindy Kaling first stepped into the comedy scene in the early 2000s, the comedian has had a long and successful career. She’s appeared in classic comedies such as “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” “No Strings Attached,” and This is The End," as well as critically acclaimed films like “Inside Out” and “Ocean’s Eight,” (via IMDb)....