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Michael Douglas and Scarlett Johansson Theo Wargo/Getty Images / Lionel Hahn/Getty Images Michael Douglas was left stunned after discovering that he’s related to fellow Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson. The 79-year-old actor was told on the Tuesday, April 2, episode of the PBS series Finding Your Roots, hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr., that the 39-year-old star is his “DNA cousin.” “Are you kidding?” asked a shocked Douglas on learning the news. “Oh, that’s amazing. Alright. This is cool. This is so cool.” According to Gates and his “book of life,” which contains research from professional genealogists, Douglas and the Black…

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If you’re on the hunt for a stylish yet practical shoe, you can’t go wrong with slip-on sneakers. And if you act fast, you can snag a pair from one of Oprah’s favorite brands on sale. Oprah is a fan of Dearfoams’ cozy slippers, but the brand’s outdoor shoes are just as rave-worthy. In fact, the Sophie Slip-On Sneakers, which are up to 25 percent off at Amazon right now, are “comfy like slippers,” according to one reviewer.  The sneakers have a contoured footbed with impressive arch support. Plus, their thick, cushioned outsole is durable and shock-absorbing, which makes the…

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David Lee Roth’s solo project has put together six studio albums so far. The albums were successful, and the first two of them included Billy Sheehan, Steve Vai, and Gregg Bissonette. But the former Van Halen rocker had another guitarist in mind before forming his solo band — Billy Idol’s guitarist. In an interview with Ryan Roxie, Roth’s bandmate Sheehan revealed why Roth had Idol’s guitarist in mind instead of Steve Vai: “Steve [Stevens] was the guitarist Dave had his sights on. I think they spoke a little bit. But Steve was in solid with Billy Idol and wanted to…

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Metallica’s producer, Greg Fidelman, shared a story from the recording of ‘Lulu’ with Lou Reed in The Metallica Report. Lou Reed and Metallica released their collaborative album ‘Lulu’ on October 31, 2011. They made the album after playing together at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 25th Anniversary Concert. But many fans didn’t like it. Lou Reed’s Feedback To Kirk Hammett Fidelman revealed that the project was spontaneous without a clear plan. He explained how they started by just jamming together, and this kind of music-making was new to Metallica. He then recalled: “I remember, at one point, like…

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A fresh manicure can make you look and feel more put-together, whether it’s for a special occasion or part of your everyday look. But let’s face it: Heading to the nail salon every couple of weeks costs substantial time — and money. To save some cash, you might try your hand at DIY gel nails. Light-cured manicures used to be something you could only get at a salon, but with the right products and tools, you can do it yourself in the comfort of your own home. We tried out several at-home kits, complete with prepping products, lacquers, top and…

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Charlie Benante has spoken up about the Pantera reunion and slammed the haters. During a recent interview with Heavy, the new Pantera drummer addressed the hate comments the band has been getting. He also told the haters to ‘shut up’ and give the reunion a chance. Benante explained the importance of the reunion: “It’s more important to — again, like I said a little while ago about hearing these songs again… Some of these people who were negative at the at the start of this whole thing, my whole thing was just, please shut up for a minute and just…

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Tony Curran dazzles as the alluring King James I in the new series ‘Mary & George.’ The Scottish actor opens up about his intriguing role as the monarch at the center of the series. Image Credit: STARZ King James I is the grand prize in the ultimate game of scheming and power. Mary & George premieres April 5 on STARZ. The magnetic Tony Curran effortlessly steps into the role of King James I, who is seduced by the charismatic George Villiers, played by Red, White & Royal Blue’s Nicholas Galitzine. With his mother’s influence, George becomes King James I’s lover…

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