Jennifer Aniston marked her 57th birthday with a public display of affection from boyfriend Jim Curtis, who shared a romantic tribute to the actor on Instagram early Thursday morning. Curtis' post featured two intimate photographs of the couple, underscoring their romantic relationship. The main image, captured in black and white, shows Aniston and Curtis sharing a passionate kiss as they lean over a floral arrangement. Aniston is seen wearing a dark sleeveless top paired with a long necklace. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jim Curtis (@jimcurtis1) The second photograph offers a lighter moment, the pair laughing arm-in-arm while relaxing on the deck of a boat. Keeping his message brief and affectionate, Curtis captioned the post, "HBD MY [love]". The birthday tribute serves as a continued public confirmation of the couple's romance, which first sparked attention in July 2025 when they were spotted together on a trip to Spain. Aniston later made the relationship Instagram official in November 2025 on the occasion of Curtis' 50th birthday. On November 2, 2025, the Friends star shared a black-and-white photograph of the couple, in which she is seen wrapping her arms around Curtis from behind as he smiles at the camera. "Happy birthday, my love," she wrote at the time, adding, "Cherished." The post was met with an outpouring of support from fans, many expressing happiness at seeing the actor in a new relationship. Since first being linked, Aniston and Curtis have made several public appearances together. They attended The Morning Show season 4 premiere in September and were also seen at a dinner with Aniston's longtime friend Jason Bateman and his wife, Amanda Anka, in August. Curtis, a hypnotherapist, wellness expert, and author, has worked in the health and wellness space for over two decades. He is also set to release an upcoming book titled The Book of Possibility. In a late January 2026 appearance on the 'Today' show, Curtis described his relationship with Aniston as a "slow build" that developed over nearly a year after they were introduced by mutual friends. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
13 February,2026 11:33 AM IST | Washington DC | ANIActress and talk show host Drew Barrymore is embracing the final days of being 50 with gratitude and excitement as she prepares to turn 51. The Hollywood star took to Instagram to share her thoughts as she stepped into a new year of her life, posting two pictures that showcased her natural, makeup-free look. She is seen looking out of the window and smiling as she takes a selfie. For the caption: “Soaking up my last days of 50. I am so ready for 51!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Drew Barrymore (@drewbarrymore) Barrymore has been feted with several honours, including a Golden Globe Award, an Emmy Award, and a BAFTA. The actress rose to prominence as a child star in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, and established herself as a Hollywood leading actress with roles in Firestarter, Poison Ivy, Boys on the Side, Scream, Ever After, Never Been Kissed, Charlie’s Angels, and Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle. She has starred with Adam Sandler in The Wedding Singer, 50 First Dates, and Blended. Her other notable film credits include Batman Forever, Donnie Darko, Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, Music and Lyrics, He’s Just Not That Into You, and Going the Distance. She won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Film for her portrayal of Edith Bouvier Beale in Grey Gardens, played Sheila Hammond on the series Santa Clarita Diet, and hosts the daytime talk show The Drew Barrymore Show. The actress made her directorial debut with Whip It in 2009. The actress was last seen in The Stand In in 2020, a romantic comedy film directed by Jamie Babbit, written by Sam Bain. It also stars Michael Zegen, T.J. Miller and Holland Taylor. It was released on December 11, 2020. She will next be seen in Influenced by Rachel Israel. It also stars Kargman, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jason Biggs, David Krumholtz, Christine Taylor, Jessica Capshaw and Justin Bartha. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
13 February,2026 11:24 AM IST | Los Angeles | IANSBlake Lively and Justin Baldoni have failed to reach a settlement in Lively's sexual harassment lawsuit following a daylong, court-mandated mediation in federal court, bringing the high-profile dispute closer to a potential trial. As per Variety, the co-stars of It Ends With Us arrived at a New York courthouse on Friday morning and spent much of the day in separate courtrooms on the 14th floor. At the end of the session, both exited the building without addressing the media gathered outside. Bryan Freedman, Baldoni's attorney, confirmed to reporters that no agreement had been reached. While he acknowledged that a deal could still be possible, he indicated that it was unlikely. Asked whether he expected the case to proceed to trial, Freedman responded, "I do. We're looking forward to it," as quoted by Variety. The mediation, overseen by Magistrate Judge Sarah L. Cave, is a routine step in federal legal proceedings. Although both parties had previously participated in in-person sessions with Judge Cave, there was no public indication that Friday's talks were expected to produce a resolution. Lively has accused Baldoni of harassing her on the set of It Ends With Us and of collaborating with his publicists to orchestrate a smear campaign against her after she raised concerns. Baldoni has denied wrongdoing. His legal team has argued in a summary judgment motion that the allegations amount to minor grievances that do not meet the legal threshold for harassment. Meanwhile, Lively's attorneys have maintained that other actors also raised concerns about Baldoni's conduct on set and that the claims warrant a jury's consideration. A trial in the case is currently scheduled for May 18. Judge Lewis Liman is also weighing whether to dismiss or significantly narrow Lively's complaint ahead of trial. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
13 February,2026 10:05 AM IST | Washington | ANISinger Charlie Puth and his wife Brooke Puth are counting down to parenthood. The couple shared pictures from a heartfelt maternity shoot on Instagram. The post features a series of black-and-white and colour images, with Brooke showcasing her baby bump in solo portraits and intimate photos with Charlie. The couple captioned the post as, "Baby Puth on the way!!!!" followed by a music note emoji. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Charlie Puth (@charlieputh) This announcement follows their initial, subtler reveal in October 2025 through the music video for Puth's single Changes, where fans first noticed Brooke cradling her bump. The couple, who married in September 2024, has since marked the pregnancy with a private baby shower in November 2025, sharing glimpses of the celebration with friends and family. While Charlie has expressed his excitement publicly, he confirmed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon that they are keeping the baby's gender private for now, as per People magazine. Alongside this personal milestone, Charlie Puth is preparing for a significant professional moment. His fourth studio album, Whatever's Clever!, is scheduled for release on March 27, 2026, just weeks before the couple's due date in March. The album, co-produced with BloodPop, features a polished 1980s-inspired pop sound and collaborations with artists ranging from Kenny G and Hikaru Utada to Kenny Loggins and Jeff Goldblum. Puth has described the project as his most honest and therapeutic work, emphasizing life experiences over radio perfection. The album's tracklist includes the lead single Changes, which features Brooke in the music video, alongside other collaborations such as Cry with Kenny G, Home with Hikaru Utada, and Love in Exile with Kenny Loggins and Michael McDonald. A major Whatever's Clever! World Tour will follow, beginning April 22, 2026, across North America and Europe, with support from artists including Lawrence and Daniel Seavey. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
13 February,2026 09:49 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIJames Van Der Beek, best known for his role as Dawson Leery in the 1990s hit teen drama Dawson’s Creek, has passed away at 48. The actor’s death was confirmed via a statement on his verified Instagram, describing his final days as marked by courage, faith, and grace. James was battling stage 3 colorectal cancer since 2024. As soon as the news broke, celebrities penned heartfelt messages mourning his demise. James Van Der Beek passes away Van Der Beek is survived by his wife and their six children. His death was confirmed early Thursday morning in a statement posted to his verified Instagram account. "Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace. There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity, and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now, we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend," the statement read. View this post on Instagram A post shared by James Van Der Beek (@vanderjames) In November 2024, Van Der Beek publicly revealed that he had been living with stage 3 colorectal cancer. In the months that followed, he was open about the physical and financial toll of his treatment. After his death, his wife Kimberly, with whom he shared six children, posted a link to a GoFundMe campaign seeking support for the family, as per CNN. Celebs pay tribute Following news of his death, tributes poured in. Costar Busy Philipps wrote that Van Der Beek was "one in a billion, and he will be forever missed," adding, "I am just so, so sad. He was my friend, and I loved him." Actress Hilary Duff wrote, "Oh, Kimberly. Sending all the love I have." Actress Jennifer Garner also sent her condolences to the bereaved family and wrote, "What a heartbreaking loss. So much love to you, Kimberly, and to your kids, as you navigate this tender time." Indian filmmaker Karan Johar also mourned the loss of the actor and said this was very sad information to wake up to. About James Van Der Beek Born in 1977 in Cheshire, Connecticut, Van Der Beek was the eldest of three children. He developed an interest in acting in middle school and began auditioning professionally at 15, with his mother's support. His career changed dramatically when he was cast as Dawson Leery in Dawson's Creek, which ran for six seasons from 1998 to 2003. The series, created by Kevin Williamson, also starred Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson, and Michelle Williams, and became a defining teen drama of its era. His film credits include Varsity Blues, Texas Rangers, The Rules of Attraction, Formosa Betrayed, Labor Day, and Bad Hair.
12 February,2026 12:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAquaman star Jason Momoa will be seen in the action-adventure Helldivers, a movie version of the popular video game. Backed by Sony Pictures and PlayStation, the film is set to hit theatres on November 10, 2027. Justin Lin, best known for the Fast & Furious franchise, is directing Helldivers. Although the plot hasn't been confirmed, the shooter-style video game follows an elite unit of soldiers - known as Helldivers - who battle alien creatures that are threatening to destroy the fictional planet of Super Earth, as per Variety. This marks the latest big-screen collaboration between Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions following 2022's video game adaptation Uncharted. That film, starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg, became a box office winner with USD 407 million globally. On the small screen, Sony and PlayStation have worked together on Peacock's series Twisted Metal and Emmy-winning show The Last of Us for HBO. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
12 February,2026 11:18 AM IST | Los Angeles | ANIHollywood actress Jennifer Garner has spoken about the last text she sent to ex-husband Ben Affleck after their split. The actress shared that it was a simple message about their children, reports ‘Female First UK’. The 53-year-old actress opened up while promoting Season 2 of The Last Thing He Told Me, offering a glimpse into her co-parenting dynamic with Ben, also 53, nearly a decade after their divorce. Speaking with Extra, Jennifer was asked about the most recent message she had sent to her former husband. She said, “I texted a kid thing to Ben, a pick-up/drop-off, kid-information to Ben”. The former couple share three children, Violet, 20, Seraphina, 17, and Samuel, 13, and have consistently prioritised co-parenting since their split in 2015 after 10 years of marriage. When asked what she last said to her son, Jennifer said, “That I’ve loved him and I’ll see him tonight. Have a great day at school”. As per ‘Female First UK’, the actress has previously reflected on how time has helped heal the pain of her divorce from Ben in 2018. Speaking with Marie Claire, she said, “It doesn’t serve me to take in gossip about myself or anyone else, much less my kids, so I don’t do it. You have to be smart about what you can and can’t handle, and I could not handle what was out there. “But what was out there was not what was hard. The fact of it is what was hard. The actual breaking up of a family is what was hard. Losing a true partnership and friendship is what was hard”. Jennifer has since spoken warmly about the friendship she and Ben have rebuilt. She said, “That I’m able to co-parent at this point in time with peace and equanimity and a partnership that I didn’t know I would ever get back to. I think it’s important for women to know, time is the opportunity. Time is the opportunity to heal. Time is the opportunity to forgive, to move on and to find a new way to be friends”. She shared, “So much about my life surprises me. That I’m still working, that I’m still alive, that my kids are healthy, that my work relationships, which are more like familial friendships, are still the same as they were 25 or 30 years ago, but richer and deeper and stronger. It’s all a gift”. “I just feel so grateful to my job for giving me these people. And then, yeah, that I’m able to co-parent at this point in time with peace and equanimity and a partnership that I didn’t know I would ever get back to”, she added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
12 February,2026 11:10 AM IST | Los Angeles | IANSSinger Katy Perry's latest post with former Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau has been creating a buzz on social media. On Instagram, Katy Perry shared a winter-inspired photo series that fans have described as the duo's most intimate look so far. Shared by Perry, the holiday-themed album featured the pair in matching black outfits amid snowy mountain scenery, fueling discussion about their relationship and its growing visibility in the public eye. In another photo, in black and white, Perry was seen sitting with Trudeau at a restaurant. While sharing the picture, the singer wrote, "let love be the revolution." View this post on Instagram A post shared by KATY PERRY (@katyperry) Trudeau and Perry made their first public appearance as a couple on October 25 in Paris for Perry's birthday. The couple was first spotted together in July during a walk with their dogs in Canada. Speaking to People, a source shared that Trudeau had "been pursuing" the singer since their Montreal dates. "He even flew to California to see her during a tour break. They have an easy connection. She finds him attractive. He's been very respectful," the source added. Besides being spotted together, Trudeau also attended Perry's Lifetimes Tour concert at Montreal's Bell Centre, reported People. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
12 February,2026 10:54 AM IST | Washington DC | ANIZayn Malik and Gigi Hadid were once one of pop culture’s most talked-about couples, with their romance and eventual breakup drawing intense public scrutiny. Years after their split, the singer has now made candid confessions about their relationship and shared that while he respects Gigi, he was not in love with her. He also admitted to cheating on her. Zayn Malik on not loving Gigi Hadid During his appearance on the podcast Call Her Daddy, the singer reflected on their relationship and said, “Yeah, because my understanding of love is always developing. At that moment in time, I might have thought it was love, but as I’ve got older, I’ve realised maybe it wasn’t. Maybe it was lust. I don’t feel like it was love.” He admitted cheating and confessed, “I tended to get in trouble in relationships, ’cause I was young, did certain things and spoke to other females when I shouldn’t have been. You live and learn from it, but this way, there’s no guilt.” Zayn added, “And to be fair, just to say this on record, I will always love G [Gigi] because she’s the reason my child is on this earth. And I have the utmost respect for her. I will always love her. But I don’t know if I was ever in love with her. Because even when I said it, I think people took it a type of way. So I’m just like, ‘Yo, I have so much respect for this woman, and I do love her, a crazy amount.’ But yeah, no, but I don’t think I was in love with her at that point. Otherwise, I would have been a better version of myself.” While Zayn is currently single, he is not looking forward to being in a public relationship again. Malik added, “Just out of experience. No offense to anybody that I have been in public relationships with before. I've just learned from it that it don’t work for me, you know?” About Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid were in a relationship for almost six years before they decided to part ways in 2021. The former couple welcomed their daughter, Khai, in September 2020. They continue to co-parent their daughter. Gigi Hadid is now dating Bradley Cooper and went Instagram official with him in 2025. The supermodel shared a series of photos from her 30th birthday party on Instagram, and among them was a photo of Hadid kissing Cooper. To note, the couple has a massive age gap of 20 years.
12 February,2026 10:18 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentDev Patel had planned a month-long schedule when he kicked off The Peasant’s Mumbai leg last week. However, the actor and director called off the movie’s shoot — which was being conducted in Film City, Goregaon — on February 10 after learning of a death in his family. The bereaved actor immediately rushed to London. A source close to the production said, “The moment Dev received the news, everything else became secondary. The team understood that he needed to be with his family during this difficult time. The shoot has been paused.” The unit is expected to regroup after three weeks. The Peasant, a revenge drama set in 14th century India, is Patel’s second directorial venture after the widely acclaimed Monkey Man (2024). He not only stars in it, but has also co-written it.
12 February,2026 07:29 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuJaafar Jackson has opened up about portraying his late uncle, pop icon Michael Jackson, in the upcoming biopic Michael, saying he had to "really earn the role," according to People.A behind-the-scenes look at the film debuted on February 10, offering a glimpse of Jaafar's transformation into the King of Pop for the big screen."I never dreamed to be an actor or even thought of playing him. But I knew it was a calling," Jaafar, 29, said in the video. "Embodying Michael, I really had to earn the role and prove to the filmmakers that I was capable of becoming Michael. Essentially, it was starting at the roots and finding the authenticity," as quoted by People.Jaafar is one of seven children of Jermaine Jackson, Michael Jackson's older brother. He shared that the experience on set was deeply emotional and filled with admiration for the late singer."I felt that love for Michael every day on set from the crew and the cast. Everybody had that love and wanted to put their heart and soul into it," he said.Producer Graham King reflected on the challenge of casting the global music legend. "Going through this process of who can play Michael, how do you even start with that? And then, of course, I meet Jaafar Jackson," King said in the clip.Director Antoine Fuqua admitted he initially had doubts but was quickly convinced. "Day one, all I could think of was, 'Can Jaafar really pull this off?' Man, when the music started and he hit those first few moves, I mean, this guy killed it. I looked at Graham and Graham looked at me, I was like, 'Who is this guy?!'" Fuqua said, adding that Jaafar "has the desire -- like Michael -- to be the best."The film also stars Nia Long as Katherine Jackson, Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, Laura Harrier as Suzanne de Passe, Juliano Valdi as young Michael and Miles Teller as John Branca.According to Lionsgate, Michael is a "cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known." The film traces his journey from his early days as the lead singer of the Jackson Five to becoming a global superstar driven by creative ambition, according to People.Among the producers are John Branca and John McClain, co-executors of the Michael Jackson estate.Michael Jackson died on June 25, 2009, at the age of 50. He is survived by his three children -- Prince, Paris and Bigi, according to People.Michael is set to release in theatres on April 24. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
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