Founding Journey Guitarist George Tickner — Who Left Band to Become a Doctor — Dead at 76

George Tickner in 1981.Photo:Johnson/Mediapunch/ShutterstockGeorge Tickner, rhythm guitarist and co-founder of rock band Journey, is dead at 76, his former bandmate announced Wednesday.Guitarist and vocalist Neal Schon shared the news ina Facebook postalongside photos of Tickner, writing, “Journey Junkies, I have some very sad news. George Tickner, Journey’s original rhythm guitarist and songwriting contributor on their first three albums, has passed away. He was 76 years old. Godspeed, George…thank you for the music....

March 16, 2025 · 8 min · 1515 words · Jerry Freeman

Four 100-Year-Old WWII Veterans Will Be Honored at Super Bowl LIV by Participating in Coin Toss

Four 100-year-old World War II veterans will play a special role duringSuper Bowl LIV. “As we culminate the NFL’s 100th season, we’re extremely proud to honor four World War II veterans celebrating 100 years of life, Goodell said. “These four men deserve our gratitude for their tremendous contributions to the United States of America and we’re thrilled to recognize their service on the country’s largest stage.” According to the NFL’s press release, McGee was born in 1919 in Cleveland, Ohio, and enlisted in the U....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 440 words · Jack Garner

Frances McDormand Jokes 2021 Oscars Should Have Had a 'Karaoke Bar' as She Wins Best Actress

This nomad found a home at the 2021Academy Awards:Frances McDormandwon Best Actress during Sunday night’s ceremony for herstarring role inNomadland. “Look, they didn’t ask me but if they had, I would have said karaoke,” McDormand joked while accepting the honor. “Because when you’ve got voices likeLeslie [Odom Jr.]and Marcus [Mumford], we should have had a karaoke bar.” Listen below to the episode ofour daily podcast PEOPLE Every Dayfor more on the 2021 Oscars....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 287 words · Jessica Edwards

French Montana 'Can't Believe' He Once Met the 'Tinder Swindler' — and Has the Photo to Prove It!

French Montanais in awe after realizing he’s met the so-calledTinder Swindler. The “Pop That” rapper, 37, revealed via his Instagram Stories that he previously met Simon Leviev, a.k.a. theTinder Swindler, the subject of Netflix’s true-crime documentary of the same name. French Montana shared a snapshot posing with the serial fraudster aboard a private jet. “I can’t believe I met the swindler [laughing Emoji],” French Montana wrote. He reposted the same photo, this time changing the caption and seemingly mocking Leviev....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 456 words · Brian Stevens

Friends Finally Meet in Person After Connecting Over Call to Wrong Number 20 Years Ago

It was a moment decades in the making.More than 20 years ago, Gladys Hankerson misdialed a number and was mistakenly connected to a man from Rhode Island. As the man recalls toWPBF, it wasn’t the first time Hankerson accidentally dialed his number.“Finally I just grabbed it and said, ‘Wait, wait, wait, before you go, who are you, where are you from, what are you trying to do?'” Mike Moffitt, 46, recalled to the news station....

March 16, 2025 · 4 min · 768 words · Derek White

From 'Fresh Prince' to 'Footloose' — See the Today Show Hosts' Dance-Themed Halloween Costumes

The hosts ofTodayhave dominatedHalloweenonce again. On Thursday, the anchors of the NBC morning show pulled out all the stops to celebrate the spooky holiday with their dance-themed epic costumes. Al RokerandCraig Melvinwent asThe Fresh Prince of Bel Air‘s Carlton and Will, respectively,Hoda Kotbas Tony fromSaturday Night Fever, Dylan Dreyer asSeinfeld‘s Elaine,Savannah Guthrieas Sandy andCarson Dalyas Danny fromGrease,Sheinelle Jonesas Janet Jackson, and Peter Alexander as Kevin Bacon’s character inFootloose. NBC News’ TODAY...

March 16, 2025 · 1 min · 166 words · Jeffrey Long

From Broken Toilets to Swollen Ankles: Jessica Simpson's Pregnancy Woes

01of 12 Bronchitis Jessica Simpson.Jessica Simpson/Instagram Being sick isn’t fun, butbeing sick while pregnantis something else. 02of 12Broken Toilet SeatsJessica Simpson/Instagram"Warning…Don’t lean back on the toilet when pregnant," she wrote ina helpful PSAto fellow expectant moms. 02of 12 Broken Toilet Seats Jessica Simpson/Instagram “Warning…Don’t lean back on the toilet when pregnant,” she wrote ina helpful PSAto fellow expectant moms. 03of 12Acid RefluxJessica Simpson.Jessica Simpson/InstagramIn February,the singer sharedthat “severe” reflux “led to the purchase of my very own sleep recliner....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 470 words · Joshua Bass

From Eminem to Dolly Parton, Meet the 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees

Photo: Kurt Krieger/Corbis via Getty Images; Sebastian Smith/FOX for Blockchain Creative Labs via Getty ImagesDolly Partonwill make rock and roll history this fall!The country icon, 76, will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame alongside other musical greats after initiallyattempting to declinethe nomination earlier this year.Parton will be honored in the performer category alongsideLionel Richie,Duran Duran, Pat Benatar,Eminem, Eurythmics, and Carly Simon, according to a newannouncementfrom the Hall of Fame....

March 16, 2025 · 9 min · 1741 words · John Chambers

From Loss to a Love Triangle in 'Boy Heaven' — Watch the Trailer for Netflix'sMy Life with the Walter Boys

Jackie Howard will face her fair share of trials of the heart as she deals with new love and loss inMy Life with the Walter Boys. According to the show’s official synopsis, 15-year-old Jackie (Nikki Rodriguez) is forced to leave Manhattan after a tragic accident causes her to lose her parents and make a cross-country move to rural Colorado. Nikki Rodriguez as Jackie in ‘My Life with the Walter Boys’.Courtesy of Netflix...

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 549 words · Joseph Logan

Ga. Man Charged with Murder After Initial Report Suggested His Wife Died by Suicide, Police Say

Photo: Jones County Sheriff’s Office Troy Newton Scarborough, of Gray, Ga., has been charged with felony murder following the March death of his partner Shyanne Schroeder, according toa statement from Sheriff Butch Reeceof Jones County Sheriff’s Office. Scarborough has also been charged with possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and “multiple counts” of aggravated assault in connection to Schroeder’s death. “After leaving no stone unturned, it has been determined Scarborough caused Schroeder’s death,” Reece alleged on Friday....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 260 words · Tiffany Lyons

Gabby Petito Died from Strangulation, Medical Examiner Says

The full autopsy results come more than three weeks afterher body was foundin Grand Teton National Park, ending a grueling search for the 22-year-old woman, whose mysterious disappearance during a road trip with her fiancé sparked nationwide conversation. Blue told members of the media on Tuesday that under Wyoming state law, he is unable to divulge many details of the autopsy. He declined to share whether Petito was manually strangled or if an item was used, however, he confirmed that her body was outside for three to four weeks....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 540 words · Sandra Jenkins

Gabrielle Union Jokes Dwyane Wade Chooses Anniversary Trips Based on Where He Can Be Shirtless

Photo:Dwayne Wade/Instagram Dwayne Wade/Instagram Every day is a festive occasion forGabrielle UnionandDwyane Wade! During an appearance onLive with Kelly and Markon Tuesday,Mark Consuelosasked the actress, 41, if she and her husband had to plans to celebrate their upcoming ninth wedding anniversary. “Oh, do we celebrate. We’ll celebrate a Wednesday just because! So our anniversary, we usually go big on a big trip with a few other couple friends who are married around the same time,” she explained....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 469 words · Jennifer Lang PhD

Gayle King Announces Positive COVID Results from Workplace: 'Got the 'Rona'

Photo: Gayle King/Instagram Gayle Kinghas tested positive for COVID, she announced Monday morning onInstagram. “Okay, the thing I’ve been dreading has finally happened,” King said in the video. “I just tested positive for — I got the ‘rona.” King added that another test would be administered to make sure she wasn’t given a false positive. “We’re gonna take one more just to be sure, but, in the meantime, I’ve been asked to leave the building and go home....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 231 words · Bruce Crawford