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San Francisco Chronicle
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Bay Area radio legend denies diverting GoFundMe donations to pay daughter's legal bills
Bay Area radio personality Ronn Owens has denied using donations meant to assist with his mounting medical expenses to pay off his daughter Laura Owens' legal bills. 'Laura has not received, requested, or accessed any of the GoFundMe contributions, and none of them have been — or will be — used for her legal matters,' the former KGO on-air host wrote in a Facebook post shared on Sunday, June 29. A GoFundMe campaign was launched by friends and family on New Year's Eve to help Owens overcome financial challenges from his ongoing struggle with Parkinson's disease and other 'health battles.' As of Tuesday, July 1, Owens has raised more than $129,000 of his $140,000 goal. Though he is listed as the beneficiary, many have grown skeptical after Laura was indicted in an unrelated high-profile paternity case in May. '(S)ome individuals have made defamatory claims suggesting the fund was created to support my daughter, Laura, and her legal expenses,' Owens wrote over the weekend. 'Those claims are completely false and deeply hurtful.' Laura faces seven felony charges, including fraud and perjury, tied to a 2023 lawsuit during which she claimed she had become pregnant with twins after meeting Clayton Echard from Season 26 of 'The Bachelor.' The reality TV star denied the allegations, stating that their sexual interactions didn't involve intercourse. Though Laura later said she had a miscarriage, officials eventually learned that she had fabricated evidence, including altering an ultrasound image. She has pleaded not guilty to the charges. 'Let me make it clear that I stand with Laura 100% and am disheartened by the online efforts to discredit us both,' Owens wrote. The former radio host was a fixture on Bay Area airwaves for five decades, and retired in 2021 just before KGO discontinued its longtime news-talk format. He has since been open about his financial and physical hardships online. Owens reupped his fundraising efforts last month by resharing the link to his GoFundMe campaign, noting that it 'remains a crucial source of support.'
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
9-1-1 Season 9: Everything We Know About the ABC Drama's Fall Return
Even if math isn't your strong suit, you should know that 9-1-1 fans minus the 118 equals one very long summer. Season 8 marked a major turning point for the ABC procedural, with the death of Captain Bobby Nash (played by Peter Krause) thrusting the firehouse into uncharted, uncertain territory. With the pain of his loss still fresh, along with the myriad changes that follow such an unexpected event, fans are eager to see how the 118 will navigate this strange new world in Season 9. More from TVLine Eva LaRue Leaving General Hospital The Bachelor (Finally) Renewed at ABC, Gets New Showrunner Wimbledon 2025: How to Watch the Tennis Matches Live Online Aside from Krause, however, the show's entire roster of series regulars is expected back for Season 9, including Angela Bassett as Athena Grant, Oliver Stark as Evan 'Buck' Buckley, Aisha Hinds as Hen Wilson, Kenneth Choi as Chimney Han, Jennifer Love Hewitt as Maddie Han, Ryan Guzman as Eddie Diaz and Gavin McHugh as Christopher Diaz. So, what new drama awaits those familiar faces? Read on for a complete breakdown of everything we know about 9-1-1 Season 9 so far, then drop a comment with your own hopes for the 118's return this fall. Though an official premiere date has not yet been announced, we do know that new episodes of Season 9 will air Thursdays at 8/7c on ABC this fall. 9-1-1 will be followed by spinoff 9-1-1: Nashville at 9 pm, then Grey's Anatomy Season 22 at 10 pm. Production on the procedural's ninth season is expected to begin sometime in mid-to-late July, according to Oliver Stark, who said in a June 24 interview that he's returning to set 'in about a month.' Ryan Guzman had 9-1-1 fans concerned in May when he posted a farewell story to Instagram, fueling speculation that Eddie's time on the show was coming to an end. 'Well, it officially happened,' Guzman said. 'It's the last day on this lot. Stage 6, I'll miss ya. Seven years. That's crazy.' But this turned out to be much ado about nothing. Guzman was merely saying goodbye to the Fox lot, where 9-1-1 has filmed since it premiered in 2018; the show is relocating to Burbank for Season 9. Following Bobby's untimely demise, the 118 is in serious need of new leadership. Hen was the logical first choice, but when she turned down the promotion, the fandom's collective attention shifted to Chimney, whose inspiring finale speech all but guaranteed him the gig. If you were hoping to spend more time in the home that Bobby and Athena built, you're out of luck. Despite initially balking at the idea, Athena ultimately put the house up for sale in the Season 8 finale, leaving curious fans to wonder where she'll be putting down roots next. And could Athena's major life changes also apply to her career? Only time will tell. Best of TVLine Summer TV Calendar: Your Guide to 85+ Season and Series Premieres Classic Christmas Movies Guide: Where to Watch It's a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, Elf, Die Hard and Others What's New on Netflix in June
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Reality star shocks fans with startlingly frank revelation about self-pleasure: 'I immediately felt free'
A former porn addict has proudly opened up about not masturbating for the past ten years—after she got hooked on adult content when she was still at school. Madison Prewett Troutt, 29, who starred in reality show The Bachelor, was barely in her teens when she was first exposed to explicit content while visiting a friend's house. Raised in a strict Christian household, she had never encountered anything remotely sexual, and remembers she was left confused and overwhelmed by the new sensations in her mind and body. It sparked an obsession which ravaged her teenage years, describing herself as being 'enslaved' to porn. She said: 'My body started feeling things that I had never felt before and I started wondering things that I'd never wondered before and then desiring it and then wanting it and and so I left that time with my friend like genuinely so curious about that and wanting it more.' It wasn't long before the young Prewett was searching online for more X-rated content—marking the start of a dark period of her life. Until the age of around 20 she admits she sought out sexual thrills both on and off line, admitting that when she had a boyfriend she 'pushed so many boundaries physically'. She said: 'That was something that enslaved me and marked me for so long. That was something I felt like I could not break free from. 'No matter how much I loved Jesus, I could not shake that sin. 'I could not break free from porn and masturbation. And I would beat myself up and I would be bound by shame.' Ironically, Prewett said that there were parallels between the show which sparked her sex addiction and The Bachelor—the show which shot her to fame in 2020. She was runner-up on series 24 of the US reality programme, which sees a troupe of women compete for the love and attention of a good looking hunk. 'Literally everyone was naked and it was like The Bachelor but, like, way worse and everyone was naked and everyone was trying to like fight for this like one woman's attention and and it was all about like sex and sexual relationships,' she said. Prewett cites the power of prayer and the support of the worshippers at her church for giving her the strength to finally kick her addiction. Ten years on she still remembers how it felt to 'confess to God' about her 'addiction to sexual sin' and how church elders and other members of the congregation rallied around her as she vowed to clean up her act. Speaking on her Stay True Podcast on Monday, she said: 'As soon as I said the thing that I was so scared to say, I immediately felt free. 'Immediately, something shifted. Something happened when I spoke what was in the dark, and I brought it into the light. 'Something shifted, something happened. Obviously that doesn't mean I went from that moment and never struggled again - absolutely not. I continued to struggle. 'But as I brought it into the light and I brought other people into it, I then created an atmosphere where my sin was brought into the light, people were aware of it, and they then could hold me accountable.' She continued: 'Thankfully, by the grace of God and by the power of Godly community and people around me, I have been free from porn and masturbation for — I don't even know — 10 years. But that was something that enslaved me and marked me for so long.' The mum-of-one, who married her church pastor after failing to find love on TV, added that she believes that the dangers of 'sexual sin' don't just lurk around those watching porn. She said: 'It's not about just sex - it's anytime you orgasm, it's anytime you get worked up, it's anytime you lust. 'Any time I gave into sexual sin, it never ever ever gave me what I was looking for. But every single time I resisted sexual sin and I pursued God with all of my heart, it always delivered everything my heart desired. 'Sin is sin, and the enemy is crafty and he wants to destroy your life. 'And so he will use whatever he has to to take your soul - so many of us are stuck in sexual sin because we're dealing with the fruit and not the root. 'He's not keeping you from pleasure, he is protecting you from the things that want to rob you of the life that he died to give you.' Prewett and her husband of two years, pastor Grant Troutt, welcomed their first child, five-month-old daughter Hosanna Rose Troutt, on January 20.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Bachelor (Finally) Renewed at ABC, Gets New Showrunner
The Bachelor will be handing out more roses on ABC: The primetime reality staple has been renewed for Season 30, TVLine has confirmed. (Our sister site Deadline first reported the news.) The long-running dating competition is also getting a new showrunner: Scott Teti, who serves as showrunner for spinoff Bachelor in Paradise, will take the reins on The Bachelor next season as well. Teti takes over for Claire Freeland and Bennett Graebner, who exited as co-showrunners in March following accusations of fostering a 'toxic' work environment. More from TVLine Wimbledon 2025: How to Watch the Tennis Matches Live Online Doctor Odyssey's Cancellation Fits Right Into Our Fever Dream Theory (Just Let Us Have This One) Doctor Odyssey Cancelled at ABC After One Season There was some concern about The Bachelor's future when a renewal wasn't announced as usual at ABC's May upfront presentation. But the delay was due to the search for a new showrunner, Deadline says, and the new season 'is believed to be targeting its usual midseason window' of January. A specific premiere date — and a star — will be announced at a later date. Bachelor Nation has seen some major shake-ups lately: In February, it was reported that The Bachelorette would skip the summer season for the first time since 2007 (not counting 2020, when COVID delayed it until the fall). Plus, the most recent season of The Bachelor — with Grant Ellis handing out the roses — was down 25% in the ratings versus 2024, averaging 3.3 million total viewers and a 0.6 demo rating (with Live+7 playback). That 0.6 demo rating, though, only trailed Dancing With the Stars, Survivor and The Amazing Race among all reality/game shows that aired on broadcast TV this past season. (Grant's engagement to Juliana, alas, fizzled out after just three months.) Are you happy to hear is coming back? Who should be the star next season? Join us in the comments below to share your thoughts! Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' Season 2 Reunion: Date, streaming details & full cast lineup
Reunion Special Marks First in Series' History When and Where to Watch the Reunion Episode Live Events Basic (with ads): $9.99/month Ad-free plan: $18.99/month Hulu + Live TV bundle: ranges from $82.99 to $95.99/month Who Will Be Featured in the Special? Jen Affleck (@jenniferaffleckk) and husband Zac Affleck Taylor Frankie Paul (@taylorfrankiepaul) and ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortenson Whitney Leavitt (@whitneyleavitt) and husband Conner Leavitt Mikayla Matthews (@mikaylamatthews) and husband Jace Terry Miranda McWhorter (@miranda__mcw) Mayci Neeley (@maycineeley) and husband Jacob Neeley Jessi Ngatikaura (@_justjessiiii) and husband Jordan Ngatikaura Layla Taylor (@laylaleannetaylor) Demi Engemann's Controversial Absence—and Surprise Appearance Looking Ahead: What's Next for the Series? FAQs When does the reunion episode of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2 premiere? Where can I watch the reunion episode? (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Fans of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2 will not have to wait much longer for fresh revelations, dramatic moments, and unresolved tensions to resurface. The much-anticipated reunion episode of the controversial reality docuseries is slated to premiere July 1 on Hulu, giving viewers a deeper look into the intertwined lives of the Mormon mom influencers who've captured national attention, as mentioned in a report by USA as Hulu's response to the explosive popularity of the "#MomTok" subculture, the reality show has delved into personal relationships, religious identity, and social dynamics — all wrapped in a narrative complicated by the so-called 'soft swinging' scandal that initially brought the cast into the marks the first-ever reunion special for The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, a clear indication that the series has struck a chord with audiences far beyond the influencer sphere. Hulu has confirmed the reunion will feature 'secrets and scandals, never-before-seen footage, and a surprise announcement,' promising an emotional rollercoaster for both the cast and the second season, which premiered in May, followed the lives of the women after the fallout from Season 1's revelations. It focused on how the cast navigated new romantic partnerships, broken friendships, and family scrutiny under the harsh glare of the public reunion episode of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2 will be available to stream exclusively on Hulu beginning July currently offers multiple subscription plans:New subscribers are eligible for a free trial, offering a cost-free opportunity to catch the reunion reunion brings back nearly all major cast members and their significant others. According to Hulu promotional materials, the episode will be hosted by Nick Viall, best known for his tenure as a star on The Bachelor and current podcast participants include:This ensemble, familiar to millions on social media, is expected to re-engage in discussions surrounding faith, parenting, viral fame, and the moral expectations within their close-knit missing from most promotional content is Demi Engemann, who ended Season 2 on strained terms with several fellow cast members. While she initially stated she had to skip the reunion due to scheduling conflicts, Hulu later confirmed that Engemann will appear in the reunion in some June 9, Engemann posted an Instagram story stating she was invited but 'couldn't swing it' because the shoot was scheduled on short notice. 'I tried to have production move it to another day and they couldn't swing it sadly,' she her brief cameo in the reunion trailer has sparked speculation that she may have submitted a remote segment, or perhaps filmed a separate sit-down interview. Either way, her involvement will likely add another layer of tension and has confirmed that additional episodes of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives are set to arrive later in 2024, although a precise release date remains under wraps. The series's strong social media following and cultural relevance — particularly around the intersection of Mormon culture and influencer fame — continue to drive viewership and online the 4th of July weekend approaches, Hulu is strategically timing this reunion drop to capitalise on the holiday streaming surge. Viewers seeking high drama, emotional showdowns, and insight into one of America's most viral friend groups will find plenty to reunion special premieres on July 1, 2025, exclusively on reunion episode is available to stream only on Hulu. Viewers can access it through various Hulu plans including Basic (with ads), Ad-Free, and Hulu + Live TV bundles.
