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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1886, Jean Hersholt, Danish-American actor and director (died 1956) was born. In 1928, Imero Fiorentino, American lighting designer (died 2013) was born. In 1932, Monte Hellman, American director and producer (died 2021) was born. In 1938, Eiko Ishioka, Japanese art director and graphic designer (died 2012) was born. In 1962, Joanna Shields, American-English businesswoman was born. In 1970, Lee Byung-hun, South Korean actor, singer, and dancer was born. In 1971, Loni Love, American comedian, actress, and talk show host was born. In 1974, Stelios Giannakopoulos, Greek footballer and manager was born. In 1978, Topher Grace, American actor was born. In 2011, Sherwood Schwartz, American screenwriter and producer (born 1916) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
‘Grease’ Star Revives Iconic ‘Beauty School Dropout’ Role at 74
CBS Photo Archive / CBS via Getty ImagesGrease’s resident beauty school dropout is finally revealing the real-life beauty advice she’s relied on for decades to maintain her youthful-looking skin.Didi Conn, best known for playing Frenchy in the 1978 musical classic Grease, revived her iconic role—and the earworm that went with it, “Beauty School Dropout”—for a new campaign with Laura Geller Beauty. While promoting the campaign in a People interview published Tuesday, she shared the surprisingly simple skincare rule she’s followed for years.The 74-year-old actress said she became interested in skincare early in her career, but the advice that stuck with her came from a chance encounter with a fellow performer she spotted before an audition.Read more at The Daily Beast.
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Hello Magazine
· Jul 2, 2026
Hollywood bombshell Lily James unveils summer blonde hair transformation in plunging halterneck crop top
Hollywood bombshell Lily James has shown off her strikingly glamorous blonde summer hair transformation.
Vogue
· Jun 22, 2026
25 Years Later, Look Back at the 2001 Premiere of ‘Legally Blonde’
Revisit the 2001 ‘Legally Blonde’ premiere, from Reese Witherspoon’s mermaid Marc Jacobs dress to Ali Larter’s boho-chic moment.
The Daily Beast
· Jul 6, 2026
Actor, 56, Reveals His Secret to Losing Weight Without Medication
Ian West/Pool via ReutersActor Rick Hoffman revealed the secret to his dramatic weight loss.The 56-year-old Suits star showed off his transformation with a selfie on Instagram, shocking fans with his slimmed-down figure and thick head of hair.“Wow, I didn’t recognize him for a [second],” read one comment with over 5,000 likes.Read more at The Daily Beast.
The Hollywood Reporter
· Jul 1, 2026
Original ‘Supergirl’ Star Supports Milly Alcock Amid Box Office Setback: “Fierce, Strong and Great Comic Timing”
Helen Slater was just 18 when she scored her acting debut for the 1984 movie before reprising the role as a de-aged version for 2023's 'The Flash': They could have just put a Barbie doll in, she quips of her return.
Out Magazine
· Jul 1, 2026
Meet the handsome hunks starring in the 'Legally Blonde' prequel series 'Elle'
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Associated Press
· Jul 1, 2026
June Diane Raphael talks about working with James Van Der Beek in 'Elle'
June Diane Raphael says working with James Van Der Beek on "Elle" was "one of the great honors of my professional life." The "Legally Blonde" prequel marks his last on-screen role before his death in February. #JuneDianeRaphael #JamesVanDerBeek #Elle #LegallyBlonde
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Related coverage for "‘Grease’ Star Revives Iconic ‘Beauty School Dropout’ Role at 74": Hello Magazine — Hollywood bombshell Lily James unveils summer blonde hair transformation in plunging halterneck crop top . Vogue — 25 Years Later, Look Back at the 2001 Premiere of ‘Legally Blonde’. The Daily Beast — Actor, 56, Reveals His Secret to Losing Weight Without Medication. The Hollywood Reporter — Original ‘Supergirl’ Star Supports Milly Alcock Amid Box Office Setback: “Fierce, Strong and Great Comic Timing”. Out Magazine — Meet the handsome hunks starring in the 'Legally Blonde' prequel series 'Elle'. Associated Press — June Diane Raphael talks about working with James Van Der Beek in 'Elle'