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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Famed reality TV star duo love to look alike, so can you tell which one is the mother?
Catherine Galasso-Vigorito, 58, and her daughter Gabriella, 25, hit the town over the weekend. The two attended the 12th Annual Luxury Luncheon in Southampton, New York with several other celebrities such as Jill Zarin from Real Housewives of New Yor, who was one of the hosts. The reality TV stars looked almost identical despite a 33-year age gap. The two are best known for their TLC series Smothered, which kicked off in 2019 and has lasted five seasons. The show is about outrageous mother/daughter duos: 'These inseparable, obsessed, loving women are a constant in each other's lives. They share their most challenging and exciting moments, including how they dress in matching outfits, get plastic surgery and injections, share the same bath water, and even share the same bed.' They boast uncanny physical similarities, and have further bonded over matching their outfits, wearing similar makeup and even entering the same beauty competitions. But their 'inseparable' connection has caused issues within their own family, with Gabriella's siblings, Lauren, 26, and Sophia, 20, often feeling less than enthused about their mutual 'copycat' style. It's even created problems for the Gabriella's love life, with many suitors 'intimidated' by her and Catherine's closeness. 'My mom is very protective over me, so it's caused some problems [in relationships] because she wants me to always be hanging out with her - no one else,' Gabriella, a cosmetologist and content creator, told 'My mom only wants me to love her,' she explained. 'When I have boyfriends, mom says we are in the "love triangle" … So the relationship is with me, my mom and my man.' Gabriella conceded, 'It's very unconventional, but this is how it is with us.' 'My mom only wants me to love her,' Gabriella explained of why their closeness has 'caused some problems' in her past relationships 'Boys have no idea what they are in for … Luckily, my ex-boyfriend was very accepting of our similarities and close relationship.' She recalled of a lighthearted moment with her ex: 'Once, he popped over to see me and had to do a double take when mom walked in wearing the exact same outfit as me, which was really funny.' 'My siblings don't like it and they won't join in at all - we call them the "simple sisters,"' Gabriella continued of the interpersonal conflicts resulting from her closeness with her mom. 'My mom and I like to stand out, but [my sisters] don't like pageantry and instead, try to blend in with everyone else.' The middle sis clarified, 'They don't support mom and me matching, but they do support my social media endeavors and modelling career.' The mother-daughter pair often go viral twinning for TikTok, where Gabriella has a 375,000-plus-strong following. One of their most popular posts has racked up more than 17 million views. In the clip, Gabriella can be seen dancing and squatting down, before she appears to transform into Catherine. Viewers regularly flock to the comments sections to share their reactions, often expressing shock. 'She could be your sister! You are both gorgeous!!!' one wrote. 'Oh my gosh… Mother daughter Twins !!' chimed in another. A third observed, 'Omg! I love this it's like you are looking at your future self.' 'Your mom looks so young,' echoed someone else. Others expressed a touch of envy, with one writing, 'I'm so jealous of how you and your mom are so close and cute.' 'When the mama shows up the numbers go up,' offered one keen observer. Gabriella reflected, 'We are excited when our videos do so well … and brands often ask my mom and I to model for them.' Now, Catherine, a former Miss Connecticut, is training her daughter to follow in her footsteps in hopes she'll be one day be crowned Miss USA and Miss Universe. While she's eager for her daughter to win the crown, she's also hoping that competing in pageants will teach Gabriella persistence in never giving up on her dreams and goals. Gabriella, who has been crowned Miss Shoreline in her home state of Connecticut, emphasized, 'I hope to follow in her legacy.' 'I have been competing since I was 19 and I've placed as a top five finalist, but I'm not giving up on my dream to follow in mama's footsteps and bag the same title she landed,' she elaborated. 'I was thrilled when mom became my coach and used her experience to help me prepare,' she continued. 'She was such a great support and gave me lots of tips … She is so beautiful and I look up to her - she's my biggest inspiration.' Catherine loves their special bond. She further confessed, 'I find it very complimentary, being confused as her sister.' The mom noted, 'We are both curly-haired girls and when we do photo shoots together, Gabriella always does my hair and makeup for me.' On her mothering strategy, Catherine declared, 'I've always matched outfits with the girls since they were born and it's helped build our bond. It brings us closer together and I would recommend it for any mother and daughter.' She added of Gabriella, 'She's my twin and my best friend.'
Daily Mirror
21-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
'I flew to Greek island known for beautiful views - it was hell and a total scam'
A popular tourist destination in Greece has often been known as an idyllic escape during the summer holidays, but for one traveller, it became a holiday from hell A summer getaway to Greece is about immersing yourself in the culture, soaking up the sun-soaked rays, indulging in the local delicacies and wandering around the enchanting cobbled streets. But for one traveller, their luxury holiday to Santorini left them less than impressed as they battled the crazy crowds taking over the Greek island. Gabriella Barras, 27, visited Santorini on holiday earlier this year this month after scenic images of the island caught her attention on social media. The four-day trip cost her £2,200, but it wasn't anything like she imagined, with an "overflow of tourists". "I expected Santorini to be a picturesque, relaxing and gorgeous holiday," Gabriella, who lives in Dubai, told Luxury Travel Daily. "I wanted to experience Greek culture and food. "Photos of it looked incredible. While it was indeed picturesque and the views were phenomenal, I didn't think that there was much old school tradition and culture. It's so commercialised to the point where I didn't necessarily find it relaxing at all." She added: "The overflow of tourists at every given spot we went to was overwhelming and definitely not the gorgeous, relaxing retreat I was expecting. There were hundreds of people trying to see the sunset at once." In addition to the overcrowding, Gabriella found it tricky when it came to the stairs on the island. She explained: "We rented a car, so getting around wasn't difficult; however, a lot of the accommodation is up a whole load of stairs up the mountain. "At some places, getting your luggage to and from your room or even just getting yourself up can be strenuous and maybe not possible for everyone." Gabriella isn't the only traveller to have slammed Santorini. Claire Smith, 25, stayed in the popular tourist destination for six nights just a few weeks ago, which set her back £600. However, instead of admiring the crystal clear waters through the iconic white and blue buildings, her main view became the overcrowding of tourists. Claire, who hails from Sydney, Australia, stayed in Fira, the capital of Santorini, but caught buses to Oia, one of Santorini's most popular towns, and Kamari, a village on the east coast of the island, for the day. "Trying to get on a bus was animalistic mayhem," she explained. "I wanted to explore beaches and relax. I expected the stunning views and the classic pictures of the caldera that you see all over Instagram, the blue dome buildings and for it to be very hot. "Oia was the most crowded and jam-packed in reality. That made it hard to enjoy. It was beautiful, but the main streets in the town were so jam-packed that it took ages to walk through, and it was also super hot with no shade anywhere. That was probably the worst part. "We walked the steps down to Ammoudi Bay, which were covered in donkey poo, so it smelled pretty bad. I had to squeeze up against a wall on the way back up, as there were donkeys on their way down. I was kind of worried they'd squash me. "We were getting the bus back from Kamari to Fira, and the bus stop had heaps of people all scrambling to get on it. There was no line at the bus stop to make it orderly, so it was a free-for-all. "We luckily got on the bus, but I heard an Australian family saying that one American couple didn't manage to get on the bus and they'd also missed the previous one, so I felt really bad for people like that. "Fira was easier and accessible for walking around. It was crowded but not to a crazy extent, where it makes it hard to appreciate anything." Following her experience, Claire advises other holidaymakers to avoid Santorini during the peak season. She shared: "I would still recommend it to people because I think it's a pretty unique island with the incredible views, the caldera, white buildings and sunsets. "My advice would be to probably not stay in Oia, and to avoid July and August if you hate the crowds and peak summer heat. I'd aim for the slightly calmer months when you can probably appreciate it a bit more." Meanwhile, Gabriella said she's not in a hurry to return and recommended visiting quieter destinations in Greece, such as Milos, Koufonisia and Amorgos. "I wouldn't go again. I've been to much better islands and don't feel the need to see Santorini again," she said. "I'd recommend people to go see it as a bucket list trip, but two to three days is more than enough, and I'd highly recommend other less commercialised islands."
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Manon leaving KATSEYE? Fans break down signs of HYBE allegedly phasing her out of the global girl group
If you've been following the K-pop side of X, you've probably read the ongoing rumours around HYBE's girl group KATSEYE. Fans are convinced that something's off when it comes to member Manon. Some believe she's being deliberately sidelined from group activities, while others think she might be on her way out of the group altogether. While the entire situation remains rooted in rumours and speculation, here's a breakdown of what's unfolded so far and why fans believe Manon may be getting unfair treatment within KATSEYE. What's up with KATSEYE, and why do fans think Manon is being sidelined? BTS' label HYBE and Geffen Records' global girl group KATSEYE, made up of Sophia, Manon, Daniela, Lara, Megan, and Yoonchae, has quickly risen to global fame since their 2024 debut. With bangers like Gnarly and Gabriella, the group has carved out a space that blends pop swagger with K-pop discipline. But their charm goes beyond the music. KATSEYE has become known for their carefree social media energy, chaotic live streams, and most of all, the close-knit bond they openly share. So when Manon began missing from several group activities, even if it was reportedly due to health reasons, fans couldn't help but take notice. KATSEYE fans question Manon's absence from group events The conversation picked up steam earlier this week after a viral tweet pointed out Manon's absence from several group promotions. Fans quickly compiled instances where she was either missing entirely or visibly sidelined, fuelling speculation. One major example is the group's billboard celebration for their Glossier partnership. While the other members posed together in front of the ad, Manon was notably missing, and her face on the billboard was partially covered by another member. The following day, Manon visited the billboard alone, sparking more questions. Many fans wondered why the group couldn't have waited just one more day for her to recover so they could appear together as a full unit. dreamiest collab, thank you Glossier!! billboard locations: 🩷Sunset Blvd & Alta Vista🩷Melrose Ave & Harper Ave 🩷Venice – Pacific Ave (between Windward Ave & Zephyr Ct) Adding to the frustration, fans noticed that in the group's promotional video for their Monster High collaboration, where the members reacted to their custom dolls, Manon had barely any screen time. Unlike the others, she was given little to no solo focus or commentary, which only fuelled suspicions of her being sidelined. idk maybe i'm reaching but i smell an agenda being pushed…. Fans also pointed out that Manon's individual photo was missing from KATSEYE's recent group interview with Hypebae, further fuelling concern that she's being excluded from key promotions. while were at it, hypebae didnt post a pic for manon When fans questioned Manon's absence, a Hypebae staff member shared, "To the EYEKONS: I am not in charge of what photos were sent for the article; they didn't send me a solo photo of Manon to be included, otherwise there would be one! I wouldn't purposely exclude her, guys." What's more concerning, per fans, is that the comment has now been deleted. For a growing number of fans, the signs are too frequent to ignore. Many are starting to suspect that Manon—the only Black member of KATSEYE—is being pushed to the sidelines. With her absence showing up in promo after promo, some now fear she might be gearing up for an unexpected exit. So, is Manon leaving KATSEYE? So far, neither HYBE nor Geffen Records has addressed the speculation about Manon's future in KATSEYE. Manon herself has stayed silent on social media. For now, the group still follows each other, but the silence is only adding to the unease. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Hypebeast
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
KATSEYE Announces First-Ever North American 'Beautiful Chaos' Tour
Summary KATSEYEhas officially announced their first-ever North American tour, aptly titled the 'Beautiful Chaos' Tour, named after their recent EP. The tour will kick off in Minneapolis on November 15, marking a major milestone for the rising group as they step into a new era of live performance and fan engagement. Since their debut in July 2024, KATSEYE has taken the music world by storm, blending their diverse musical backgrounds into a distinctive and genre-fluid sound. In just a year, they've amassed a loyal fanbase and impressive chart success — with standout tracks like 'Gnarly' and 'Gabriella' landing spots on the Billboard Hot 100, and their debut EPBEAUTIFUL CHAOSdebuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200. Though this will be their first official tour, KATSEYE has already earned a reputation for commanding the stage with fierce presence and polished, emotionally charged performances. The 'Beautiful Chaos' Tour offers fans a chance to experience that energy live — and to witness, up close, the evolution of one of pop's most exciting new acts. Check out the official tour schedule below. The Weverse Artist pre-sale, available exclusively to paid Weverse subscribers, begins Wednesday, July 9 at 9:00 a.m PT (12 p.m EST). The artist pre-sale will follow on Thursday, July 10 at 10 a.m PT (1 p.m EST). General on-sale opens to the public on Friday, July 11 at 10 a.m PT (1 p.m EST). VIP packages will also be available with full details and ticketing information, available viaKATSEYE official website. KATSEYE: The Beautiful Chaos Tour11/15 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory11/18 – Toronto, ON – The Theatre at Great Canadian Toronto11/19 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway11/22 – New York, NY – The Theater at Madison Square Garden11/24 – Washington, DC – The Anthem11/26 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy11/29 – Sugar Land, TX – Smart Financial Centre11/30 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory12/3 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre12/6 – San Francisco, CA – The Theatre at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium12/9 – Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater12/12 – Inglewood, CA – YouTube Theater12/16 –Mexico City, MX – Teatro Metrópolitan
Forbes
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Katseye Rises Higher Than Ever With A Brand New Single
Katseye's 'Gabriella' debuts at No. 42 on the U.K. Official Singles chart and No. 64 on the ... More streaming list, giving the girl group its highest-charting release to date. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 21: (L-R) Lara Raj, Yoonchae, Daniela, Manon, Megan and Sophia of KATSEYE attend the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards 2025 at Barker Hangar on June 21, 2025 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo byfor Nickelodeon) After being created on the reality series Dream Academy, Katseye, which was formed as a joint effort between K-pop giant Hybe and Geffen Records, released its first EP SIS (Soft Is Strong) in the summer of 2024. The girl group, which includes members from several different nations but which is based in Los Angeles, made fans wait almost a year before sharing its new short project, Beautiful Chaos. The EP arrived on June 27, and its second single, which was pushed just days before the project dropped in full, brings the still-rising band to new heights on several rankings in the United Kingdom, where the musicians have found a solid fanbase. Katseye's Single 'Gabriella' Debuts on the U.K. Charts 'Gabriella' debuts on a pair of tallies in the U.K. The Beautiful Chaos track enters the Official Streaming chart at No. 64. The song almost breaks into the top 40 on the Official Singles ranking, which lists the biggest tunes of any style or language in the country by blending several forms of consumption. On that roster, it opens at No. 42. In both instances, 'Gabriella' brings Katseye to a never-before-seen peak, although the girl group is still just getting started in the U.K. 'Gnarly' Debuted Only a Few Weeks Ago The band has only landed a pair of hits on those rankings, as its debut smash in that nation, 'Gnarly,' arrived only a few weeks ago. 'Gnarly' peaked at No. 52 on the Official Singles chart and No. 93 on the Official Streaming list, barely becoming one of the 100 most played cuts throughout the U.K. for just one frame. Both of Katseye's Singles Chart Together Katseye's entire charting discography, which at the moment is made up of only 'Gabriella' and 'Gnarly,' appear together on the Official Singles list as 'Gabriella' opens at No. 42 and 'Gnarly' rises nine spaces to No. 74 in its eighth week on that ranking. Beautiful Chaos May Be a Big Win for Katseye There is a very good chance that Beautiful Chaos will also bring Katseye to new peaks when it reaches the U.K. charts in a few days. SIS (Soft Is Strong) stalled just underneath the top 40 last summer when it arrived, and as the new EP includes two hit songs, the girl group may be headed for some special highs.
