Ellen DeGeneres tests positive for COVID-19
Ellen DeGeneres announced yesterday that she has tested positive for COVID-19. She wrote on Twitter, "Hi everyone, I want to let you all know that I tested positive for COVID-19. Fortunately, I'm feeling fine right now. Anyone who has been in close contact with me has been notified, and I am following all proper CDC guidelines... I'll see you all again after the holidays. Please stay healthy and safe." Her tweet also implies that her daytime talk show will go on a hiatus. Ellen DeGeneres made this announcement just after BuzzFeed’s latest writeup on her talk show, which has reportedly suffered a dip in ratings, sponsors, and support from A-listers following accusations of a “toxic” workplace.
Kelly Clarkson says her estranged husband defrauded her out of millions
Things are getting ugly between Kelly Clarkson and her estranged husband, Brandon Blackston. She's claiming that he defrauded her out of millions of dollars! Kelly Clarkson filed legal docs with the California Labor Commission, claiming that Brandon Blackstock, who also served as her personal manager, defrauded her by charging exorbitant fees, and she wants all of that money back! Kelly Clarkson is also claiming that Brandon Blackstock wasn't legally allowed to operate as a talent agent, because he never obtained a license. Yikes! While the exact amount that she is trying to get back is unknown, it's definitely a large number. Kelly Clarkson has been one of the top money earners in the music business for a while, so she paid big commissions while she was with Brandon Blackstock's company for 13 years.
Beyonce & Rihanna make Forbes' most powerful women list
Congratulations to Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Oprah Winfrey! They are all included on Forbes' annual list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women. Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Taylor Swift were the only musicians who made the list. Rihanna ranked the highest at #68. Beyoncé came in at #72, and Oprah came in at #20 for her multi-million dollar media empire. Kamala Harris was #3 on Forbes' list. The number-one most powerful woman: German chancellor Angela Merkel. Congratulations!