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Daily Mail
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Lil' shady! Eminem's grandson Elliot looks adorable dressed up as rapper by mom Hailie Jade
Eminem 's four-month-old grandson Elliot dressed up like his superhero alter ego Rapboy in an adorable Instastory shared by his daughter Hailie Jade McClintock on Monday. The 52-year-old rap legend - who originally wanted to become a comic book artist - first debuted the Robin-inspired costume in his Grammy-winning music video for Without Me in 2002. As recent as last year, Eminem (born Marshall Mathers III) reprised the masked character in his Houdini music video. Since June 13, the 15-time Grammy winner has been promoting his $35 Shady Baby 'Rapboy Baby Onesie,' which is currently available for pre-order on his official merchandise website. 'The grandfather is grandfathering!' Instagram user @chrafaela commented at the time. 'You know his grandson inspired this,' Instagram user @enrique_1sh0t agreed. It was Eminem who announced the impending birth of the 29-year-old nepo baby's first child by proudly holding up an ultrasound snap in his 2024 music video for Temporary (feat. Skylar Grey). Detroit-based Hailie gave little Elliot the middle name Marshall in honor of her famous father's first name. 'Over time, I've come to understand the struggle my father faced — wanting to protect our privacy while also feeling proud and wanting to celebrate his kids,' McClintock (born Mathers) told People on June 26. 'I feel the same way now. I want to share the proud, joyful moments that mean a lot to me, especially as a parent, but I'm also intentional about keeping certain parts of our lives just for us.' The Just a Little Reno star 'can't imagine doing any of it without' her husband of 14 months - Scout director of sales Evan McClintock - whom she originally began dating in 2016. Hailie - who boasts 6.9M Instagram/TikTok followers - hosts a podcast called Just a Little Shady and she's every bit the influencer with paid partnerships for brands like Revlon, NutriBullet, and Watersquare Residencies. In 2021, McClintock's mother Kimberly Scott was rushed to the hospital after 'taking a bunch of pills' and 'cutting herself' the day after her own mother Kathleen Sluck's funeral. Since June 13, the 15-time Grammy winner has been promoting his $35 Shady Baby 'Rapboy Baby Onesie,' which is currently available for pre-order on his official merchandise website It was the troubled 50-year-old's second suicide attempt after intentionally driving her Cadillac Escalade into a telephone pole back in 2015. Eminem famously divorced his Lincoln High School sweetheart twice, in 2001 and 2006, after less than three years of marriage. The Oscar-winning songwriter also adopted Kim's nonbinary 23-year-old child Stevie Laine as well as her late sister Dawn's 32-year-old daughter Alaina. Steven Leckart's fully-authorized documentary Stans - hitting theaters worldwide August 7-10 - centers on Eminem's relationship to his superfans affectionately nicknamed after his 2000 track Stan.
The Hindu
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Stars on the bookshelf: when celebrities write for children
On a chilly Sunday evening in January, I drove to Crossword at Mumbai's Kemp's Corner with my children to meet David Walliams. The celebrated British children's author and comedian was visiting as a part of his multi-city India book tour, and the bookstore had announced a meet-and-greet. I expected the whole affair to be a quick one — after all, how many people would want to meet Walliams in India? I could not have been more wrong. The large bookstore was filled with hundreds of children and parents buying books to sign, and queuing up to meet Walliams. He greeted them, signed books, posed for photographs, and encouraged them to continue reading. After all, the reason he writes books, he says, is to raise readers — a line that clearly resonated with parents eager to support anything that gets their child reading. The response Walliams got made me wonder — is this what a celebrity can do for the world of children's literature? Does fame guarantee sales? Celebrities-turned-authors are an all-too-familiar phenomenon in the U.K. and the U.S. From Meghan Markle to Jennifer Aniston, Natalie Portman to Jamie Oliver — celebrities have made it to bestseller lists with their children's books. These books are conveniently available as both hardcovers and ebooks. The topics they write about are as varied as their backgrounds. Actress and entrepreneur Reese Witherspoon wrote the Busy Betty series in 2022, modelling the heroine on a childhood version of herself. Tennis superstar and philanthropist Serena Williams' The Adventures of Qai Qai, in which a little girl learns to believe in herself with the help of a doll, is inspired by her experiences with her daughter. Actress Gabrielle Union wrote Welcome to the Party to celebrate babies becoming a part of families through surrogacy and adoption. She also collaborated with her husband, basketball star Dwayne Wade, on Shady Baby — a book about standing up to bullies — inspired by their daughter Kaavia. Friends star Aniston recently released a picture book, Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life, about self-discovery and self-confidence, inspired by her pet dog Clyde. Books by celebrities garner attention, but do they guarantee sales? Sohini Mitra, who heads Penguin Random House India's Children and Young Adult division, says, 'Celebrity books don't guarantee high sales, as success still depends on the quality of the content and audience engagement. However, a celebrity author can boost the book's visibility, help it reach a broader audience, create buzz, and generate media attention.' Celebrity-authored books aren't always a success. In 2021, the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, released The Bench, a love poem for new fathers, which was slammed by critics and parents alike. The New Statesman said, 'It was mind-boggling how bad the book is,' while others called it a 'literary atrocity'. The Indian scene In India, a few celebrities have turned authors. Actress Soha Ali Khan and her husband, actor Kunal Khemmu, wrote Inni and Bobo, a series about a little girl and her dog. Actress and entrepreneur Alia Bhatt wrote Ed Finds a Home, a picture book, launched as an extension of her children's clothing line, Ed-a-Mamma. The book was illustrated by the award-winning Tanvi Bhat who admits, 'The exposure it got because of the involvement of Alia Bhatt and her brand was unmatched.' One cannot deny that visibility has its perks. Grandma's Bag of Stories, authored by Sudha Murty, was the best-selling children's book in India, with 97,000 copies worth more than ₹18 million sold by 2021. Normalising ghost writing But does the success of a few titles justify the broader industry trend of commissioning celebrity authors? Lubaina Bandukwala, children's author and curator of literature festivals such as Peekabook, says, 'Celebrities usually have time only for their books. Seldom have I seen them use the platform to promote reading. It is a question of mindset — children's authors and those working in the children's literature space are more concerned about wanting kids to read, exposing them to newer themes, etc.' News and commentary platform The Conversation published an article by senior lecturer and author Penni Russon, who critiques how celebrity-authored books often undermine the craft. She highlights the 'derivative nature' of such books, which rely on tired tropes and rarely offer something original to children. Ashwitha Jaykumar, freelance editor and author of The Book of Emperors: An Illustrated History of the Mughals, finds the trend of celebrity authors disheartening. 'The worst outcome of publishers commissioning celebrity authors is that they normalise ghost writing or mediocre writing. If all it takes to be published is a pre-existing fan base, then what message does it send to people like us who spend years honing our craft? It's like saying the quality of your writing doesn't matter as much as the number of Instagram followers you have,' she says. But publishers continue to see value in commissioning celebrities to write children's books. Himanshu Giri, CEO, Pratham Books, explains, 'When influential voices from outside the traditional children's publishing space — whether economists like Esther Duflo, athletes, or artists — enter this world, they bring insight, purpose, and passion. Duflo, for instance, offers an economist's perspective on fairness, poverty, and inclusion, ideas that can be conveyed to children through age-appropriate storytelling.' The presence of a known name increases a book's discoverability and uplifts everyone connected to the project, from illustrators to publishers, especially in the 'independent' space. As Giri puts it: 'When respected and inspiring voices write for children, they lend credibility to the idea that children's books are serious, transformative work, drawing in new audiences, and shining a light on all those who are working quietly but powerfully to shape young minds.' However, for celebrity authors, the vibrant world of indie bookstores, where passionate readers and curated selections thrive, might still be out of reach. Vidya Mani, curator and co-founder of Funky Rainbow, a popular independent bookstore in Bengaluru, says, 'When people walk into our store, they are keen for us to recommend books that their children will enjoy. We have sold more books by Ashok Rajagopalan, Roopa Pai, Pika Nani, Priya Kuriyan, Rohan Chakravarty, and Asha Nehemiah than by any celebrity author. In our world, it is these authors and illustrators who are the real celebrities.' The writer is founder of Mother of Readers, a platform championing Indian children's literature.
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dwyane Wade's different approach to his relationship with Gabrielle Union sparked intense fan debate
Dwyane Wade's different approach to his relationship with Gabrielle Union sparked intense fan debate (Image Source: Gabrielle/Instagram) Dwyane Wade shares a beautiful relationship with Gabrielle Union . Both collaborated on a book, Shady Baby, and promoted it together in 2021. One of the interviews done for promotions surfaced recently. In this interview, Wade revealed that he has deviated from the norm, 'Man leads woman follows,' while explaining his equation with Gabrielle. His different approach did not sit well with the fans. They came down heavily on Dwyane Wade and posted negative comments. A few questioned the hate towards the former NBA star and appreciated his feminist views. An angry fan even asked if Gabrielle even paid the bills. The debate primarily revolved around the fact that men need not give away too much in the name of equality. Fans' reactions, mostly quite scathing, were quite shocking and showed their biased perception of masculinity. Dwyane Wade advocated giving command to woman in a relationship, faced backlash — NewsToter (@NewsToter) Dwyane Wade joined Gabrielle Union in one of the interviews with ExtraTV, where he shared his progressive side with fans. Wade shared that he initially played the role of a controller, but soon he realized that Gabrielle was doing an equal amount of hard work as him. It led to a change in his perspective. Talking about changed dynamics in his relationship with Gabrielle, he said: 'It's not 'the man leads and the woman follows.' That's not what we live in this house, you know?' He continued, 'So for me, I have a wife that works — just, not just as hard — harder than I do. And she had her own career, she had her own life before I came along. So from my perspective, how can I be a part of the growth and the evolution of who she is — and not trying to change her, or stunt her growth, or make her in the way that I see fit?' Dwyane Wade's 'Different Approach' to His Relationship with Gabrielle Union The statement opened the floodgates of opinions from fans at X. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 노벨상성분 ''이것' 바르는순간 ''기미·주름'' 싹~ '도자기피부' 비결 효과 난리! 노벨상성분 MS2골드 더 알아보기 Undo They did not agree at all with Wade's thoughts. A user, @Steppin Wolf, remarked, ' Dwyane Wade is a woman' Another user, @Kay commented, 'That goes without him saying we been knew who wear the pants in his house hold something is gravely wrong with today men rich and poor no real woman should want a man who she can boss around.' X user @Eddie's comment was, 'Dwyane Wade is a black Bruce Jenner' Fans criticized Dwyane Wade for his feminist opinion However, some fans reserved their opinion and wrote that they had nothing to say. A fan suggested he should stop projecting. Another fan asked why he had such an opinion previously. Dwyane Wade has a blended family to look after. The couple has been vocal about the challenges they faced while managing two families and the pressure that came with that. Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade's relationship has seen lots of ups and downs. In 2023, the couple was on a relationship break. During this tenure, Dwyane fathered a son, Xavier, with a long-time friend, Aja Métoyer, as per a report by the Los Angeles Times. It almost ended their relationship, but the two decided to move on and have included Xavier in their blended family. Also Read: Gabrielle Union explains why she won't trust Dwyane Wade 100% with her money Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
"Giving back to the people" - Dwyane Wade's life after NBA is masterclass on turning pain into power
Dwyane Wade retired from the NBA in 2019, playing for the Miami Heat as his last team. What will Dwyane Wade do after retirement? More than anyone, it was the man himself who needed an answer to this question. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now However, he did not have to wait for the answer for long. Sooner than anticipated, he put himself together, and what followed thereafter was a calendar full of activities, mostly dedicated to the causes dear to him. Dwyane Wade, indeed, had the power to make a difference in the world around him. He called his multiple activities a way of 'giving back to the people.' Here is how he achieved the unthinkable with his sheer power and empathetic approach. Dwyane Wade suffered major setback right after leaving NBA While Dwyane Wade's NBA career was decorated with achievements, his life right after the retirement didn't turn as he wanted. Wade started experiencing digestive and urinary issues, which were later diagnosed as Stage 1 cancer in right kidney. In 'The Why with Wade' podcast, he opened up about the same: 'That moment was probably the weakest point I've ever felt in my life. The moments I was by myself, I was struggling.' Dwyane Wade tears up while reflecting on kidney cancer diagnosis Dwyane Wade emerged victorious from the medical challenge after getting his tumor removed in December 2023. On his podcast, Wade used his experiences to influence people and helped them find positivity even in situations when everything went against them. Dwyane Wade donned writer's hat in 2012 to talk about parenting Dwyane Wade, while struggling through his cancer, kept his mind at work. He talked about struggles as a single father. Later, Wade and his wife, Gabrielle Union, opted for surrogacy. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They found it useful to talk about the challenges people face and chose books as a way to normalize issues parents refrain from talking about. Wade wrote the book 'A Father First' to talk about the challenges he faced while raising his sons as a single father. The book was published in 2012 and became a bestseller. Wade and his wife co-authored another book, which was a children's picture book. The book was titled Shady Baby. Through this book, they shared how to convert shade into power, and normalized methods like surrogacy and discussions around the same. Dwyane Wade had to tackle another challenging situation when their daughter, Zaya, came out as transgender. Talking about that phase and how they protected their child from hate around, he shared: 'I'm such a proud father, and I try to post my kids. So, as my child got older and got confident and comfortable with us talking more about her and talking more about her situation, that's when we did.' His push to accepting the identity and instilling confidence led to launch of a digital platform, Translatable, which went on to become a valuable resource for LGBTQ+ community. Dwyane Wade invested in NBA, WNBA, and NHL franchises Dwyane Wade used his financial footing and love for sports to stay closer to the games. He acquired stakes in NBA, WNBA, and NHL teams to pump in money and resources for the betterment of these sports. Apart from investing in franchises, he has agreed to be a studio analyst for Prime Video's coverage of the 2025-26 season. Wade made it a point not to let his ailment get the better of him. He channelized his energy into meaningful causes and built an empire out of his ability to connect to people and express himself with no reservations. Dwyane Wade's other notable ventures in food, wine, beauty, fashion, and luxury accessories industries Whatever Dwyane does comes from the space of pushing his community to the forefront of things. He started a beauty products line aimed at providing cosmetic solutions to people of color. His successful wine venture, Wade Cellars, partnered with the Jones sisters, who owned an Inglewood, Calif., establishment, to enable the expansion of the Black-owned wine community. One of the Jones sisters, Leslie, commented, as per an Athletic's report: 'Every time I get to speak about him in the wine space, I love to do it. I think that he, better than anyone, has used his platform and used his celebrity (status) to push the Black wine community along.' 'He brought on all Black-owned wine brands to be the vendors.' Another fixation of Dwyane Wade is fashion and accessories. He struck deals with Versace and rolled out an eyewear line. His association with luxury watch brand Hublot gave birth to a luxury watch line, King Power D-Wade, launched in 2011. They collaborated again for the second edition and introduced the Classic Fusion Dwyane Wade. Wade partnered with Chinese sportswear company Li-Ning and rolled out the clothing line Way of Wade. It further diversified into shoes, apparel, and accessories, too. The most noteworthy contribution of Dwyane Wade is in the field of food and culinary sciences. He supported his manager's hairstylist, Richard Ingraham, who was a culinary expert too. With Wade's support, Ingraham started Chef RLI, which went on to become a connecting platform for chefs and celebrities. Also Read: Dwyane Wade's journey after the NBA is indeed no less than a masterclass on how to make your pain your power. He identified opportunities in all the challenges he faced and used his experiences and interests to positively touch the lives of people around him. In the process, he has built himself an estimated net worth of $170 million (as per Forbes), which continues to grow with his sheer dedication and relentless work.
