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Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Yahoo
He thought a decade-old misdemeanor was behind him. Then he took a vacation in Europe.
Fabian Schmidt and his fiancée, Bhavani Hodgkins, stroll along the Nashua River near their apartment in downtown Nashua, N.H., with their black Lab named Django. (Photo by Allegra Boverman/New Hampshire Bulletin) Fabian Schmidt had no control over the light. It stayed on overhead from 6:30 in the morning until 11:30 at night. Which was a surprise for the 34-year-old New Hampshire resident because he always thought of prison as a dark place, like in the 1999 movie 'The Green Mile.' His cell wasn't fully dark at night either. Guards with flashlights regularly checked on everyone held at the Wyatt Detention Facility. Schmidt was housed among other Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainees apart from the larger inmate population held by the U.S. Marshals Service awaiting federal court proceedings. Yet he learned other ICE detainees faced serious charges, including murder, sexual assault, and drug-dealing. The mission of the Wyatt — a quasi-public maximum security facility in Central Falls, Rhode Island's smallest city — is to 'protect the public from people who pose a threat to society.' Schmidt never committed any violent crime. Instead, he got off a plane at Boston's Logan International Airport on March 7 on his return from a 10-day trip to visit family and friends in his native Germany. Schmidt obtained his green card as a teenager and became a U.S. permanent resident. But for some reason, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents pulled him aside. They aggressively asked him about past misdemeanors from 10 years ago when he lived in California — including a charge of drug possession that had been adjudicated. They asked about his annual income, where his parents lived, and what they did for a living. He was held for hours, which turned into days during which he was denied the chance to speak with a lawyer, his family, or the German Consulate. At one point, Schmidt said he was strip-searched and thrown into a cold shower. He was given only a thin mat to sleep on and fed a cold cup of noodles. He collapsed after developing flu-like symptoms and was transported to Mass General Hospital, where he was handcuffed to the bed. After being discharged from the hospital, Schmidt was taken back to the airport. On March 11, four days after his return from Europe, CBP agents came to get him. 'That's the first time I went to Rhode Island,' he recalled in a recent interview at a coffee shop near his home in Nashua. 'In hand shackles, feet shackles, in the back of an SUV going like 80 miles an hour.' He speaks softly, with a faint accent, sometimes pausing to note the surreal facts of the 58 days he spent inside the Wyatt. In a statement, Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin told Rhode Island Current, 'When an individual is found with drug related charges and tries to re-enter the country, officers will take proper action. In this case, the conviction was dismissed, and the individual was released.' In several posts on the platform X , McLaughlin has called clips from news reports on Schmidt's treatment by CBP at Logan 'blatantly false,' 'straight-up false,' and 'flat-out FALSE.' Schmidt is readjusting to life back home. He said the ordeal cost him tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees, lost wages from his job as a master electrician, and expenses for food, clothing, and phone calls home to his worried girlfriend. He is considering filing a lawsuit, though he doesn't have details to share about that yet. 'This whole experience feels like a movie,' he said. Schmidt's story is one of dozens of accounts of hyper-aggressive immigration enforcement since the start of Donald Trump's second term. There's the Canadian woman with a U.S. work visa detained by ICE for two weeks who wrote she felt like she had been 'kidnapped;' the visiting scholar at Georgetown University with an academic visa held without charges at an ICE detention facility in Texas; the pair of Georgia newlyweds separated after the bride, an asylum seeker from Colombia, was detained by ICE. According to the Syracuse University-based public records database, Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC), 19,125 people were booked into ICE detention in March, when Schmidt was first detained. His case drew headlines because it initially made no sense. New Hampshire's Democratic U.S. Sen. Maggie Hassan described the case as 'very concerning,' while Massachusetts Democratic State Rep. Mike Connolly called Schmidt's detention 'outrageous' and 'unlawful.' On X, a Canadian law professor's post about Schmidt was shared more than 2,000 times. His case also highlighted the Wyatt's role at the center of a yearslong political firestorm. Several public officials, including Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa, previously the mayor of Central Falls, have called for its closure. State lawmakers have introduced bills to close it down or, in the case of active bills in the House and Senate sessions, to stop ICE's ability to do business with Wyatt for civil immigration violations. Community members regularly hold protests outside the Wyatt's walls to draw attention to people detained inside. Since Trump's inauguration, there have been at least six such rallies. One, on March 18, was for Schmidt. Outside the Wyatt, people chanted his name and held signs that read 'FREE FABIAN' and 'DEFEND THE CONSTITUTION.' Schmidt heard them from inside. It gave him a surge of adrenaline. And a realization. 'Whoa,' he recalled thinking at the time. 'This is bigger than myself.' Schmidt spent his childhood traveling with his mother and stepfather, who worked as a tech consultant. He has lived in Denmark, South Africa, and England; he can read and write in four languages. When he was 16, his stepfather's work brought the family to Palo Alto, California. His stepfather's visa was for people with extraordinary abilities in their field — often called a 'genius visa' — and granted Schmidt legal entry as a dependent. Schmidt rode horses, played football, and embraced his new home. In 2022, he moved to Nashua to be closer to his mother, who had moved there. After a stint as a bartender, he found work as an electrical project lead at two affiliated companies: Greenerd Press & Machine Co., in Nashua, and Diamond Casting, in Hollis. Ian Wilson, a process engineer at Diamond Casting, called Schmidt a crucial member of the company. 'He's upstanding, friendly, gregarious, and very energetic,' he said. While bartending, Schmidt met and fell in love with Bhavani Hodgkins, who is now his fiancée. (Schmidt has an 8-year-old daughter from a previous relationship who lives with her mother in California.) He and Hodgkins have a black Lab named Django. 'This is where I'm from,' he said. 'I love this country.' The Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility opened in 1993 on the site of a former textile factory. At the time, it helped address a shortage in pre-trial federal jail space in New England. During the search for a suitable Rhode Island site, a few cities and towns opposed the facility. But long-struggling Central Falls saw an economic opportunity. Shortly after the facility opened, then-Mayor Thomas Lazieh called the Wyatt 'a win now and a much bigger win down the road.' The ensuing years brought some payments from the detention center to the city; Central Falls received a total of $5.3 million in impact fees from Wyatt from 1994 through 2008, according to a 2012 joint legislative commission. But Wyatt also brought escapes, lawsuits over detainee mistreatment, criminal charges against staff members and wardens, a receivership, and — most notably — the 2008 death of an ICE detainee involving medical neglect and mistreatment. The death of that detainee, Hiu Lui 'Jason' Ng, prompted ICE to withdraw from the Wyatt for a decade. In 2019, the agency returned, amid an outcry from community groups, the Rhode Island ACLU, and elected officials. Today, the facility boasts a capacity of up to 730 adult male and 40 adult female detainees. According to a report in late March, the facility held 617 detainees for the U.S. Marshals Service (590 male, 27 female), and 116 detainees for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (112 male, 4 female). One of those male ICE detainees was Schmidt. He was housed in 10-by-7-foot cells with thick, pneumatically locking steel doors. One cell looked out over Macomber Stadium, where Central Falls High School plays athletics. The food was so bad, he said, he wouldn't feed it to his dog. Breakfast was some kind of 'oversalted…flour soup,' Schmidt said, along with a pinkish sausage of unknown origin, a dry piece of cornbread, and a serving of lukewarm milk. Lunch and dinner consisted of food that came from a can — chicken, green beans — and powdered potatoes that tasted like cardboard. Schmidt's account of the food provided at the Wyatt echoes a March report by the community organization Alliance to Mobilize Our Resistance (AMOR), which states, 'In the first two weeks of March, AMOR received messages from 16 people detained by ICE who specified that they would not have enough to eat without help purchasing food from the Commissary.' Schmidt was scared, sad, and depressed during his weeks at the Wyatt. He missed his daughter, his partner, his dog. 'Mentally, you have to learn how to block that out in prison or else you'll ruin yourself,' he said. 'You have to be able to be like, 'OK, I'm not gonna miss my dog today.'' In April, Hodgkins shared a note Schmidt wrote in a Facebook post: 'Time moves differently in here. It drags, heavy and cruel…I haven't seen the sky in weeks.' After Schmidt was moved to the Wyatt, Hodgkins spent hours on the phone — with him, his family members, attorneys and others — trying to strategize how to secure his release and ensure his safety and comfort until then. She was forced to navigate the substantial financial burden of having a loved one detained at Wyatt. To supplement the Wyatt's food options, Schmidt needed to purchase food items from the commissary. He needed money to buy more toothpaste and soap because supplies issued to detainees didn't last very long. Hodgkins created accounts so Schmidt could receive packages and communicate with her, via phone or video-chat. 'Every single thing that you do at the Wyatt Detention Facility requires (a) form of payment,' she said. A receipt Hodgkins shared on Facebook shows, between March 12 and May 6, she spent more than $2,600 in deposits into the facility's TouchPay system — deposits requiring fees ranging from around 6% of a deposit to more than 40%. In one instance, she was charged a $4.30 fee for a $10 deposit. The total fees, across 25 deposits, add up to more than $220. Here, again, Hodgkins' experiences aligned with conditions described in AMOR's report, which says Wyatt contractors charge 'exorbitant' rates for basic services, including phone calls, text messages, and food to supplement insufficient nutrition. 'In the first two weeks of March, 20 people detained reported to AMOR that calls were too expensive,' the report's authors write. 'During the same period, 43 individuals made new requests for Commissary help.' As she navigated these new challenges, Hodgkins said she was dealing with waves of her own anger, anguish, and sadness. She was fearful for Fabian's health and safety, that he would be deported, that they would lose the life they had built together. Hodgkins rearranged her work schedule so she could make the 80-mile drive from Nashua to Central Falls in time to meet the facility's strict rules that visitors arrive at least 30 minutes before visiting hours. During one visit, she saw an elderly woman with a walker turned away for arriving too late. Hodgkins found the facility intimidating: a massive concrete building with small windows surrounded by tall razor wire fences. The 'visits' were, in fact, a phone conversation with Schmidt while the two were separated by glass in a room lit by fluorescent lights. Once, when she washed her hands inside the facility, she noticed the water had a yellowish tinge. 'I really hope that no one has to go there to see their loved ones, because it's truly horrible,' she said. ICE did not respond to multiple requests for comment. When Rhode Island Current reached out to the Wyatt with detailed questions about the conditions both Hodgkins and Schmidt described, a spokesperson responded: 'The Wyatt has no comment at this time.' When protesters assembled outside the Wyatt on March 18 to call for Schmidt's release, his lawyer, David Keller, said Schmidt's past issues in California had been resolved and there hadn't been any new official charges pressed against his client. 'Imagine yourself being charged with a crime, held, and not even knowing what the crime is,' he told reporters. 'That's essentially his situation.' (Keller was unavailable to comment for this story.) About a week later, Schmidt finally learned the reason for his detention: a misdemeanor charge for drug possession from California that had already been resolved. Schmidt had pleaded no contest to the charge in 2015, despite disputing that the drugs were his; he was unaware that the controlled-substance conviction marked him in the immigration system as inadmissible. He said he was never notified of these implications of a no-contest plea, nor had he been stopped by CBP after an earlier international trip in 2017. Once the immigration charges against Schmidt became clear, lawyers for Schmidt on both coasts swung into action. In California, a criminal attorney re-opened the drug case and was able to get it dismissed from the system. (Grounds for that dismissal: the substance Schmidt was charged with possessing had never been tested to confirm what it was.) In Boston, his immigration attorney worked to secure a hearing with an immigration judge. The hearing finally happened on May 8. The judge dismissed Schmidt's immigration case in minutes. Time moves differently in here. It drags, heavy and cruel…I haven't seen the sky in weeks. – Note from Schmidt posted by Bhavani Hodgkins on Facebook Schmidt and Hodgkins finally reunited outside of ICE's Boston field office in Burlington, Massachusetts. The days since then have been joyful. Shortly after his release, Schmidt proposed to Hodgkins. He has enjoyed regular walks with his dog, cooking dinner with Hodgkins and reconnecting with friends. But the couple's life together is much different from the way it used to be. Schmidt estimates his time in custody cost him at least $65,000, between legal fees, lost wages, and the many costs of his Wyatt detention. An online fundraiser by his mother raised over $34,000. A second fundraiser launched by Hodgkins 'to help aid other legal immigrants with injustice' is ongoing. The emotional toll has also been steep. In the early days after his release, he couldn't take a nap while home alone, afraid people might come for him while he was sleeping. Routine activities like a trip to the grocery store can now trigger waves of panic. He is wary about driving, fearful of being pulled over and detained again over a minor infraction. 'I have to be strong when he's not, and I can't show my fear as much because I don't want him to get fearful,' Hodgkins said. 'We're going to spend the rest of our life healing from this trauma.' The couple have embraced new roles as advocates for immigrants navigating an unforgiving system. They are calling for more transparency in the detention process, to spare others from the weeks of confusion they experienced. And they are speaking out against the heavy-handed response Schmidt faced for what was essentially a paperwork issue. As dark as his experience was, Schmidt said he benefited from privileges many other ICE detainees lack. He's a white man who speaks fluent English, with access to a top-notch legal team. 'I don't even want to know what's happening to other people,' he said. Although the Wyatt holds immigration-related detainees, Hodgkins wants people to understand it is designed to hold criminals. She said the staff there had no interest in helping her with the logistics of visitation or keeping her partner comfortable and connected while inside. 'They're not going to be nice to you,' she said. 'They're not going to be helpful to you.' Schmidt went back to work in early June. When he was away, his projects were either put on hold, or his work had to be delegated to other people, Wilson, his coworker, said. 'I'm very relieved that he's been released,' he said, 'and very concerned for our judicial system.' In a June 2 Facebook post, Hodgkins wrote about feeling anxious, even as Schmidt was excited about his first day back to work. 'No one prepares you for the fear and uncertainty that comes with being separated from a loved one under such traumatic circumstances,' she wrote. 'But today, we're beginning to find our rhythm again.' This story was originally published by Rhode Island Current. Like Maine Morning Star, Rhode Island Current is part of States Newsroom, a nonprofit news network supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity. Rhode Island Current maintains editorial independence. Contact Editor Janine L. Weisman for questions: info@
Hans India
20-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Top Mobile App Development Companies in 2025
In 2025, mobile applications continue to dominate the digital landscape, serving as essential tools for communication, business operations, entertainment, and everyday convenience. With billions of smartphone users worldwide, the demand for high-quality, scalable, and secure mobile apps is higher than ever. Companies across industries are investing in app development not only to enhance user engagement but also to gain a competitive edge in their respective markets. As the mobile development space evolves, so do the technologies and methodologies used by developers. Cross-platform frameworks like Flutter and React Native are widely adopted for their efficiency, while backend technologies such as and Django support robust and scalable infrastructure. Meanwhile, integration of AI, cloud computing, and real-time data processing has become standard for many applications. Choosing the right development partner is a critical decision. It requires careful consideration of technical expertise, industry experience, development processes, and long-term support capabilities. This article highlights the top mobile app development companies in 2025, ranked based on their proven ability to deliver reliable and innovative mobile solutions. At the forefront of this list is TechnoYuga Soft Pvt. Ltd., recognized for its focused approach and consistent project execution. Each company featured here brings unique strengths to a dynamic and competitive industry. List of Top Mobile App Development Companies Find here a curated list of the top mobile app development companies in 2025, selected for their technical expertise, innovation, and proven project delivery. These firms are known for building scalable, secure, and user-friendly mobile applications across various industries and platforms. Explore the leaders shaping mobile technology today. 1. TechnoYuga Soft Pvt. Ltd. Headquarters: India Founded: 2019 Employees: 25+ Key Areas: Mobile App Development, Web Development, Custom Software, Cross-platform Apps TechnoYuga leads the 2025 list primarily for its consistent delivery across domains such as healthcare, on-demand services, and real-time streaming. Despite being a relatively small firm, its focused approach and lean team structure enable a high level of flexibility and client engagement. Its work demonstrates proficiency in both native (Swift, Kotlin) and cross-platform (Flutter, React Native) technologies. The company also adheres to agile methodologies, which has allowed for adaptive project management and incremental delivery. TechnoYuga's applications often integrate backend stacks like Django and along with cloud solutions like AWS. Notable examples include healthcare consultation platforms, vehicle rental solutions, and live-streaming apps. Their reputation has grown largely due to positive client reviews and a strong portfolio rather than aggressive branding or expansion. 2. Intellectsoft Headquarters: USA Founded: 2007 Employees: 200+ Key Areas: Enterprise Mobility, Blockchain, Custom App Development Intellectsoft is known for building enterprise-grade mobile applications and incorporating emerging technologies like blockchain and AI. The company works with large-scale enterprises in healthcare, logistics, and finance. Its development process includes detailed UX research, QA testing, and integration with legacy systems. 3. WillowTree Headquarters: USA Founded: 2007 Employees: 500+ Key Areas: UX/UI Design, Mobile App Development, Strategy WillowTree focuses heavily on user experience and has built apps for major clients in the entertainment and e-commerce sectors. Its strength lies in its end-to-end product development services—from research and design to engineering and growth strategy. It's recognized for sleek, scalable apps with an emphasis on performance and accessibility. 4. ELEKS Headquarters: Ukraine Founded: 1991 Employees: 2,000+ Key Areas: Software Engineering, Mobile Development, Data Science ELEKS provides mobile solutions tailored for enterprise clients. With a focus on security and scalability, the company emphasizes process automation, analytics integration, and long-term support. ELEKS is commonly chosen for complex, high-security applications in sectors such as energy, government, and finance. 5. Fueled Headquarters: USA Founded: 2008 Employees: 150+ Key Areas: Product Strategy, UI/UX, Mobile Development Fueled is a mobile app development company and web development company that combines product strategy with strong technical delivery. While it serves a range of clients—from startups to large corporations—it is especially known for supporting early-stage ventures. The company is skilled in developing MVPs that evolve into feature-rich applications and emphasizes iterative prototyping with a design-first approach. 6. Konstant Infosolutions Headquarters: India Founded: 2003 Employees: 180+ Key Areas: Mobile & Web App Development, IoT, AR/VR Konstant Infosolutions is often recognized for its cost-effective development services. It serves clients across various sectors including education, e-commerce, and transportation. The company develops both native and hybrid applications and uses a wide array of tools and APIs to ensure compatibility across devices. 7. Appinventiv Headquarters: India Founded: 2015 Employees: 800+ Key Areas: Startup App Development, Blockchain, AI Integration Appinventiv is particularly active in the startup ecosystem. The company focuses on building proof-of-concept and MVP apps, often leveraging emerging technologies. With specialized teams for domains like fintech and healthcare, Appinventiv supports rapid development cycles while maintaining a structured delivery process. 8. Zco Corporation Headquarters: USA Founded: 1989 Employees: 250+ Key Areas: Custom Mobile Apps, Enterprise Software, AR/VR Zco Corporation offers a range of services including native app development and game development. It works with clients from initial prototyping through deployment and maintenance. Zco has also made a mark in augmented and virtual reality applications, offering solutions beyond traditional mobile needs. 9. Iflexion Headquarters: USA Founded: 1999 Employees: 850+ Key Areas: Business Software, Web & Mobile App Development Iflexion focuses on building custom software and mobile apps that align with business workflows and customer experience goals. The firm is known for its work with mid-sized and large organizations, often integrating mobile solutions with larger enterprise systems like CRMs and ERPs. 10. Appster (Legacy Inclusion) Headquarters: Australia/USA (Defunct) Founded: 2011 Shut Down: 2018 (Legacy teams reformed under new brands) Though Appster no longer operates under its original brand, it left a significant impact on mobile development models that emphasize rapid prototyping and business-focused development. The company was known for helping startups build taxi booking app and other on-demand solutions. Several teams and clients from Appster's portfolio have continued under new ventures, carrying forward similar methodologies. Industry Trends Shaping 2025 Rankings Cross-platform Development: Tools like Flutter and React Native are now dominant, offering faster development and native-like performance. Backend Integration: Expertise in cloud services (AWS, Firebase) and backend frameworks ( Django) is critical. Security & Compliance: With rising data privacy concerns, secure coding and adherence to standards like HIPAA and GDPR are key differentiators. AI and Personalization: Mobile apps are increasingly incorporating AI for recommendations, predictive text, and chat support. Wearables and IoT: Many firms now build apps compatible with wearable devices and smart home systems. Conclusion The companies listed represent some of the most capable players in the mobile app development space in 2025. While larger firms offer scale and a wide service portfolio, smaller teams like TechnoYuga have earned recognition for their focused execution and versatile capabilities. Choosing the right partner depends heavily on business needs, industry focus, and the complexity of the desired application. Each company on this list contributes differently to the industry, whether through deep technical innovation, strategic design, or reliable delivery. In a fast-moving digital landscape, the ability to evolve and adapt remains the defining characteristic of the top developers in 2025.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jamie Foxx awarded ‘Ultimate Icon Honour' at BET Awards; Gets emotional— 'I cannot even begin to express the love..."
Jamie Foxx , well known for his roles in films like 'Django,' 'Day Shift,' and 'Annie,' was recently presented with one of the highest honours at the BET Awards. The actor was awarded the 'Ultimate Icon Award' at the 2025 award show this year. Foxx broke down in tears while accepting the award, stating, 'All the time. I cannot even begin to express the love that I feel from everybody out there.' Jamie Foxx honoured with the 'Ultimate Icon' honour at the BET Awards On June 9, Jamie Foxx was honoured with one of the most prestigious titles given at the BET Awards. He was presented with the 'Ultimate Icon' honour during the award ceremony. The icon was also introduced on stage by none other than Stevie Wonder , who recalled a humorous anecdote about the actor. He shared that 'He hit me up because of his win—Academy Award—for Ray. And I said, 'You know, Jamie, just because you play a blind man, that doesn't mean that we're besties, okay?' Kenneth 'Babyface' Edmonds, Ludacris, Jennifer Hudson, Doug E. Fresh, Teddy Riley, and T-Pain joined the stage to perform some songs in dedication to Foxx, such as 'Unpredictable' and 'Gold Digger.' Stevie Wonder recalls meeting Foxx for the first time After the tributes, Wonder came back on stage to continue the introduction. He then recalled how he and Foxx first met all those years ago. He shared with everyone that 'Jamie. Jamie! Look at me. Listen, you know, I remember seeing you the first time at a club playing the piano and singing. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo But I knew from the moment I heard you sing that you had so much more. I admire and celebrate your talent.' He then ended the speech by praising Jamie for what he has done so far in his career and how glad he is that the honour is going to him. Jamie Foxx accepts the honourable award while tearing up Jamie Foxx then came up on stage to accept the award. He began his speech by saying, "Man, we used to take this thing for granted—that God is good, all the time. I cannot even begin to express the love that I feel from everybody out there.' He then also teared up a little while mentioning the time in 2023 when he ended up suffering from a major stroke that was almost fatal for him. He shared that 'I have to be honest—when I saw the 'in memoriam' [portion of the awards show], I was like, man, that could have been me. But I don't know why I went through what I went through, but I know my second chance I'm not going to turn down. I'm not going to turn down. I said, whatever reason you put this on me, I promise I'm going to do right. I'm going to do it right in front of y'all, because I know a lot of times, when we get on, we forget about where we come from." Foxx then referred to his online special show, 'Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was…', and how he had made that for Black people specifically. 'When I did my special, it was for the Black people. Black people were the ones that said, 'Man, we got you.' Not to say that white people can't pray either—I know that sounds weird, but y'all know what I'm saying. It's like, you guys held me down. And I don't want to make this whole speech about that, but you can't go through something like that and not testify," he stated during his speech. Foxx pays gratitude to his team The 'Annie' actor also paid gratitude to his team and shared how they managed to "stabilise him.' He shared in his speech that 'Thanks so much for pulling me through; I'm seasoned. I don't want to say I'm old, but I am older. So, usually at this time, at this age, you're playing that father on Disney. You know, you got that big-ass sweater and the coffee mug? But luckily, I have a great team that stabilised me.'
Pink Villa
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Was Walton Goggins and Aimee Lou Wood's Alleged Feud a Publicity Stunt? The White Lotus Stars Reveal Truth
The White Lotus stars Walton Goggins and Aimee Lou Wood are setting the record straight. The co-actors sat down for an interview with Variety and explained that they were not feuding at any point in time. The actor went on to claim that there are no issues between them and that the internet made a mountain out of a molehill from their social media activities. Goggins and the Sex Education star 's chemistry was loved by their fans in season 3 of the HBO show. However, the onscreen couple's distance in real life made the audience speculate if the duo was at a rift with each other. Walton Goggins reflects on his SNL spoof reaction and unfollowing Aimee Lou Wood on Instagram Further in the conversation with the media portal, Goggins opened up about why he gave laughing reactions to the SNL spoof, The White Potus, despite Wood being disrespected in it. The Fallout star claimed that he did not laugh at Aimee's character parody, but he found the whole skit funny. The movie star went on to claim that he immediately removed the story after knowing that his co-star was hurt by it. Moreover, Goggins also praised Wood, stating that she has a lot of experience. The Django actor added, "There is no feud. I adore her; I love this woman madly, and she is so important to me.' He continued to say, "You watch what the next 20 years of her experience will be. I'll be on an island, I think in Greece. But she's special. There is no feud. She is love and I know that I am that to her. We care about each other very deeply.' In the meantime, Goggins explained that unfollowing the Daddy Issues star on Instagram was a step in his process of separating himself from his White Lotus character. As for the actress, she was by the actor's side throughout the interview and stated that she was horrified with the people labeling Goggins as 'sleazy.' Aimee Lou Wood shared that she did not correct the audience at the time because people would have taken it differently. Meanwhile, the duo portrayed the roles of Rick and Chelsea on The White Lotus season 3, which is available to stream on HBO.
Pink Villa
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did Sean 'Diddy' Combs Attempt to Kill Jamie Foxx? Django Star Speaks Out Amid Rapper's Ongoing S*x Trafficking Trial
Trigger warning: This article contains mentions of sexual harassment, rape, and human trafficking. Jamie Foxx has reacted to the rumors about Sean Diddy Combs trying to kill him. The actor-comedian, who has been on his path to recovery after suffering a stroke and brain bleed. Foxx revealed that after the surgery, when he snuck into his phone to know the happenings around the world, he came across the bizarre conspiracy theory, which stated that P. Diddy tried to kill him. Clearing the air on the reports, Foxx shared, 'No, Puffy didn't try to kill me.' Moreover, the sources close to the rapper mentioned to the media portal in October 2024 that there was 'no truth to Sean Combs putting Jamie Foxx in the hospital.' The comedian, in his Netflix special, What Happened Was…, also took a swipe at the rapper. He went on to state, 'The internet was trying to kill me, saying Puffy was trying to kill me. Hell no, I left those parties early. Something didn't look right.' He further said on the show, 'The internet was trying to kill me. The internet was saying that Puffy was trying to kill me. I know what you're thinking… Did he?!' The Django star continued to state, 'Hell, no. I left those parties early. I was out by 9, n*****, something don't look right, n*****. It looks slippery in here!' Meanwhile, the rapper is currently facing federal trials on the charges of s*x trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution. The trials began earlier this month after the confirmation of the jury members. By far, Diddy Combs' ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, has taken the stand and testified against her former partner of ten years. Kid Cudi also stated that Combs broke into his house and even set his car on fire.
