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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
After Almost Losing Her Home in the Palisades Fire, Tara Lipinski Found Comfort in This Simple Sleep Ritual (Exclusive)
Tara Lipinski shares details about the emotional aftermath of the Palisades Fire, which damaged her home Currently, her family is staying in a rental home. As they begin to rebuild, Lipinski is embracing a new chapter: one focused on healing, rest and redefining what "home" means That mindset is reflected in her new partnership with Saatva, the official mattress provider of Team USA and the upcoming LA28 OlympicsTara Lipinski is opening up about the heartbreak, perspective and unexpected joys that have emerged in the wake of the Palisades Fire, which upended her family's life earlier this year. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the Olympic gold medalist, 43, spoke candidly about the fear and gratitude she's felt since the devastating blaze. The fires broke out in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Jan. 7, forcing tens of thousands of residents to flee as flames and smoke swept through the region. On Jan. 9, Lipinski shared a video on her Instagram Stories showing her family — including her 20-month-old daughter, Georgie, and her dog — evacuating their Los Angeles home, which was later damaged by the blaze. "It's definitely put so much in perspective," Lipinski tells PEOPLE over Zoom. "At the end of the day, yes, you have your home, you have material things that hold meaning and sentimental value, but what truly matters is the love of your family and the people in your life." Although the experience was unexpected and overwhelming, Lipinski says she's found peace in life's smaller, everyday moments. "This wasn't what we thought this year would look like," she admits. "But even in the midst of uncertainty, I've found joy in the little things. Whether it's dancing in the living room with my daughter or simply being present with my family, those are the moments that matter. It doesn't matter which living room we're in, as long as we're together and safe." She continues, "From day one, when this happened, I just kept thinking how lucky I am. Every single day I wake up feeling grateful that I have my husband, my daughter, my dog. We're all safe. We got to a safe place, and now we're navigating this transition together." Lipinski also notes that the people in Los Angeles have united in an incredible way since the fires, especially in Altadena and the Palisades, where many are still struggling to recover. "It is a time of rebuilding, but there's still a lot of loss and grief for so many. Everyone's situation is different, but within our community — through all the group chats we have in the Palisades — I feel like this is a time of hope and renewal." "The one thing I take away from it is the neighbors, the community. I love them so much. Almost everything I wear says Palisades or LA Strong, or something that ties back to what I think is one of the brighter lights in this tragic event — the connection and support, how everyone rallies and is there for one another." "It makes me emotional. I'm an emotional person, but when I read messages and see how people go out of their way to help neighbors and friends, it's remarkable." She adds, "What made me most emotional after the fires was seeing people in the neighborhood — and even those outside our immediate community — stepping up to help, giving essentials to those in need. It was incredibly moving to witness how many showed up for all the people affected." Currently, Lipinski's family is staying in a rental home. As they begin to rebuild the parts of their home damaged in the Palisades Fire, Lipinski is embracing a new chapter: one focused on healing, rest and redefining what "home" means. This mindset is reflected in her new partnership with Saatva, the official mattress provider of Team USA and the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Together, they're celebrating the launch of the brand's new Pasadena showroom. "As a new mom, I'm exhausted most of the time," Lipsinki admits. "We're trying to rebuild the comfort items we had for so many years, things that made our home feel like home. Saatva has helped so much with that. I'm doing a new mattress, all new bedding. I'm really excited about creating a new little sanctuary." "Moms are athletes in their own way," she says with a smile. "Rest is essential. When I put Georgie to bed at 7 p.m. last night, I ended up falling asleep right there in her room. I looked at the clock, and it was only 7:30. I was that tired." When it comes to her sleep, she adds how she cherishes the simple nighttime rituals that help her unwind. "I love the ritual of winding down at night, lighting a candle, dimming the lights, and snuggling into bed," she says. "That's my time to recharge. When I get into bed, it feels like a treat. I just want to rest, relax, and hopefully sleep through the night." "I'm always the person who wakes up at 3 or 4 a.m. with my mind racing," she adds. "And then I remind myself, Georgie's asleep. This is my time to rest. That little bit of peace is something I've come to treasure." Read the original article on People
CBS News
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Inside the addictive world of "The Traitors" and Alan Cumming's viral style
Behind the scenes of "The Traitors" with Alan Cumming Behind the scenes of "The Traitors" Behind the scenes of "The Traitors" Inside the stone walls of Ardross Castle, reality television contestants are plotting betrayals, forming alliances and committing metaphorical murder, all while host Alan Cumming orchestrates the chaos in increasingly outrageous outfits. The Scottish castle serves as the backdrop for Peacock's hit reality series "The Traitors," which is currently filming its fourth season with a star-studded cast that includes Olympic figure skating icons Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir, NFL mom Donna Kelce, and favorites from "Big Brother," "Survivor" and "The Real Housewives" franchise. The Emmy-winning competition show's unique blend of deception and strategy has made it one of the most popular unscripted series on television, with Cumming's dramatic hosting style becoming a viral sensation. The production team uses the entire castle estate for elaborate missions designed to test contestants and provide opportunities to win money and immunity. "I think the way we do deceit is popular," said Ben Archard, the show's director. "It's just like a safe space. Right? It's a safe space for murdering. It's a safe space for deceit." The 2,000-acre estate provides the perfect setting for the backstabbing, betrayal, mystery and mayhem that define the series. Executive producer Sam Rees-Jones said the castle functions as "another character" in the show. "It has that feel of a murder mystery … For the players it gives that," Rees-Jones said. The castle's breakfast room has become particularly iconic as the location where contestants learn which players the traitors have "murdered" overnight. Cumming relishes the dramatic moment of smashing framed photos of eliminated contestants. "Like when I first started to do it, they're like, 'Oh no, that's too much.' And now it's like one of my things," Cumming said. Over three seasons, Cumming's wardrobe has evolved from "nice little tartan suits" to what he describes as "insane capes and weird dresses." Stylist Sam Spector creates intricate, "creepy glam" looks inspired by each episode's mission, including a pocket square made from a doll's head with bloody rhinestone eyes. "There has to be a little bit of kitsch and also glamour in each episode," Spector said. The show's most dramatic moments occur during the selection process, where Cumming taps chosen traitors on the shoulder in what he calls "full on psychological warfare." "I do a thing where I make sounds with my [sleeve] and like go past their ears and make sounds," Cumming explained. "It's very, very like [gentle tap]." The ritual has become so iconic that Cumming said people regularly ask him to demonstrate "the tap." Many of the show's catchphrases have entered popular culture, particularly Cumming's declaration: "You have received the most votes and are banished from the game." "It's great to have a catchphrase though," Cumming said. "And like when people say, 'I love the show,' I just leave them a little message: 'You have received the most votes and are banished!' And people are like 'Ahhhh!'"
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Tara Lipinski Opens Up About Her 'Anxious Dog Mom' Journey and How She Found Peace (Exclusive)
Tara Lipinski admits to PEOPLE she used to be anxious about her dog's health following the death of a past pet The Olympic gold medalist has found relief by working with a pet care service called Dutch Lipinski is a mom to her 19-month-old daughter, Georgie, and her flat-coated retriever, SullivanTara Lipinski grew up surrounded by dogs. At one point, her family had five running around the house. "It was a hoot," the Olympic gold medalist, 42, tells PEOPLE exclusively. "Just us with all these dogs, sometimes traveling to different training centers around the country and bringing them along." But for Lipinski, her first real dog was Dublin, a brown flat-coated retriever gifted to her by her parents several years ago. So when she revealed in February 2020 that Dublin was battling two aggressive forms of cancer, she was devastated. As Dublin underwent treatment, Lipinski and her husband, Todd Kapostasy, welcomed Sullivan — "Sully" — another brown flat-coated retriever, into their home. Though the two dogs overlapped for a time, Dublin eventually died. The loss marked the beginning of a deeply emotional journey for Lipinski, which further cemented her identity as a devoted dog mom. "That was my son," Lipinski says. "Obviously, we went through a huge medical journey with Dublin, and I've just been very, very conscious of Sullivan's health," she continues. "You can't always prevent something, but I really want to take every precaution and stay on top of everything to make sure he has a long and healthy life." To do that, Lipinski — also a mom to 19-month-old daughter Georgie — began taking extra precautions, including working with Dutch, an online pet care service. While she still values her longtime vet in Los Angeles, Dutch has offered a different kind of support when she says "life gets busy" and she becomes a "little bit of an anxious dog mom." That anxiety flared when she recently noticed a bump on Sullivan's tongue. "Because of everything I went through with Dublin, I immediately thought, 'Oh my goodness, what is this?'" she recalls. "I called the vet but couldn't get in for two weeks because it wasn't an emergency. I was like, 'I don't know how I'm going to sit with this and worry that it's maybe something like Dublin had.'" "I have spent many nights worrying about something, or the dog's whimpering, or he might've jumped off the bed wrong — and I'm sitting at the vet for six hours while I wait to get my name called," the dog mom adds. "And then I go in and, of course, everything's fine. But still, the process of it all can be difficult." "I'm sure vets are so in demand with so many emergencies and things that happen, but that's why I really love Dutch. It's given me a lot more control and peace of mind, and I'm also able to tackle things that I probably wouldn't have before." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. With Sullivan's health under control, Lipinski says she can now focus more time and energy on being present with her growing family. Lately, it's been especially rewarding to watch the bond between Sullivan and her daughter Georgie blossom. "He loves to be part of the bedtime routine," Lipinski says. "He'll cry and scratch at the door if he isn't. He has to be in there — every part of her day. It's like we have a second baby. He needs to sit right at her table when she has breakfast." "She loves him so much, and he is so gentle. He's so great with her," she adds. "When we do a bath and he's a big 95-pound dog in her little bathroom, he has to be lying right by the tub while we do it. If we're playing with the toys, he's looking — he's in on everything." "The dropping of the food, too — I think he's in heaven," she continues. "He is like, 'This is what life is meant to be.' Those moments are really cute. He is so big and cuddly, and she's still so small. So to see her curled up next to him and how she says his name with her little baby talk — it warms my heart." Read the original article on People
New York Times
07-02-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
As figure skating honors victims, it also readies its youth for ‘a lifelong process'
'Tight-knit.' 'Togetherness.' 'Resilience.' These are just some of the words we've been hearing from the figure skating community in the aftermath of last week's midair collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and an Army helicopter over the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Of the 67 people killed in the crash, 28 of them were members of the figure skating community — athletes, parents, coaches — who were returning from a development camp in Wichita, Kan. Advertisement But already we are learning that the figure skating community is so much more than words. Clubs in the affected communities have established funds and held support programs. Individual memorial services and funerals have been held or planned. A benefit will be held March 2 in Washington, D.C. — co-hosted by 1988 Olympic champion Brian Boitano and including such Olympic champions as Tara Lipinski, Kristi Yamaguchi and Scott Hamilton — to support the victims' families. One development, announced on Wednesday, is that the remains of all 67 people who were killed in the crash have been recovered. And that's important, said Kenneth J. Doka, senior vice president for grief programs for the Hospice Foundation of America. 'Certainly we want to have permanent markers where we can go to remember them and honor them,' Doka said. 'We like to know the person is where we want them to be … that whatever's being done, there's a permanent resting place. And we like to go to those places. We keep a continuing connection, what we call a continuing bond with the person who died. Sometimes it's nice to have a place where that connection can be acknowledged.' One of the challenges facing the figure skating community as these services are planned is that many of the mourners will be young people who are likely dealing with the grieving process for the first time. Among the victims from The Skating Club of Boston were 16-year-old Spencer Lane and 13-year-old Jinna Han. Lane's mother, Christine Lane, and Han's mother, Jin Han, were also killed in the crash. Edward Zhou, 16, and his parents, Kaiyan Mao and Yu Zhou, were described by The New York Times as 'an inseparable unit of three.' They died in the crash. Skating duo Ilya 'Sean' Kay and Angela Yang, two 11-year-olds who trained at the University of Delaware Figure Skating Club, lost their lives. Sean's mother, Julia Kay, and Angela's mother, Zheheng Li, also died. Advertisement Olivia Eve Ter of ION Figure Skating Club was 12. A post at described Olivia as 'always being cheerful with an infectious laugh.' Her mother, Olesya Taylor, was killed in the crash. The site describes Brielle Beyer, 12, as 'spunky, polite and talented.' Brielle and her mother, Justyna Beyer, were among the victims. The site noted that Cory Haynos, 16, landed a clean triple Axel on the final day of development camp, 'a feat he had been working on for months.' Haynos and his parents, Stephanie and Roger Haynos, were killed in the crash. Sisters Everly Livingston, 14, and Alydia Livingston, 11, and their parents, Peter and Donna Livingston, were killed in the crash. Franco Aparicio, 14, and his father, Luciano, also perished. And then there are the coaches. Alexandr Kirsanov of the University of Delaware Figure Skating Club. Inna Volyanskaya of the Ashburn Ice House of Ashburn, Va. Vadim Naumov and his wife Evgenia Shishkova from The Skating Club of Boston. That's 28 people, all of them members of the figure skating community. And they are being mourned by kids who until last week were busying themselves with the joys and challenges of figure skating and the many social groups that existed in the figure skating community. Away from the rinks they no doubt enjoy the same activities as other kids. Clothes. TV shows. Sports. Video games. It appears the figure skating community is up to the task of preparing these kids for all the tears and tributes that'll be interrupting their young lives over the next several weeks. The Skating Club of Boston, to offer one for-instance, made several of its young skaters available to the media the day after the crash. While it was important to have former Olympians Tenley Albright and Nancy Kerrigan on hand to answer questions, the younger skaters could speak about their fallen friends as nobody else could. And they spoke eloquently and anecdotally. Advertisement 'Those whom we lost dedicated their lives to perfecting the sport of figure skating, many with the goal of one day becoming Olympians,' Samuel Auxier, interim CEO of U.S. Figure Skating, wrote in a statement. 'We will never forget them.' Figure skating will go on. These young skaters will go on. 'But we also have to remember that grief is a process,' Doka said. 'And it's a lifelong process … you're always dealing with a sense of loss.' For those offering up prayers for those killed in the crash and for their families, there's an entire generation of young figure skaters trying to sort all this out.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Olympic figure skaters to honor DC plane crash victims in tribute show
Champion figure skaters are coming together for a tribute show called "Legacy on Ice" to honor the victims of the American Airlines plane crash. The event will be on Sunday, March 2, at 3 p.m. at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Olympians Tara Lipinski, Kristi Yamaguchi, Scott Hamilton and Johnny Weir are among those participating. The show will raise funds to support victims' families, first responders and aviation professionals, U.S. Figure Skating said. MORE: DC plane crash victims: Kansas City Chiefs superfan among the 67 killed More than a dozen of the victims killed in the Jan. 29 plane crash were young skaters, their parents and coaches returning home from a national figure skating development camp in Wichita, Kansas. The plane, which departed from Wichita, was about to land at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Washington, D.C., when it collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, sending both aircraft plunging into the Potomac River. Sixty-four people were on board the plane and three soldiers were on the helicopter. No one survived. MORE: DC plane crash live updates: All 67 bodies identified, wreckage recovery continues "As we begin to heal from this devastating loss, we look forward to honoring the enduring memories of these athletes, coaches and family members who represented the best of the figure skating community," U.S. Figure Skating interim-CEO Samuel Auxier said in a Wednesday statement announcing the tribute show. "We can think of no better way of celebrating their legacies than through the sport they loved," Auxier said. Tickets will go on sale on Monday, Feb. 10, on Ticketmaster. Click here to learn more about the victims. Olympic figure skaters to honor DC plane crash victims in tribute show originally appeared on
