Today in News History

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 1962, Joanna Shields, American-English businesswoman was born. In 1962, Luc De Vos, Belgian singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 2014) was born. In 1966, Annabel Croft, English tennis player and sportscaster was born. In 1969, Anne-Sophie Pic, French chef was born. In 1975, James Ormsbee Chapin, American painter and illustrator (born 1887) passed away. In 1980, Kristen Connolly, American actress was born. In 1988, Patrick Beverley, American basketball player was born. In 2020, Kelly Preston, American actress and model (born 1962) passed away. In 2024, Tonke Dragt, Dutch children's writer and illustrator (born 1930) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

June Diane Raphael talks about working with James Van Der Beek in 'Elle'

Associated Press

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July 1, 2026

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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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Sada Elbalad

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· Jul 3, 2026

"Elle" Pays Tribute to Late James Van Der Beek in His Final Onscreen Role

Prime Video’s Elle took a moment for a special dedication to the late actor, James Van Der Beek.

Us Weekly

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· Jun 30, 2026

Love Island USA's Jen Calls Out Gal for Not Complimenting Her Enough

Love Island USA‘s Jen Terry took issue with Gal Tshnieder not complimenting her enough. “I think you’re so attractive and I love talking to you. We get along but I don’t think we have sexual compatibility,” Jen told Gal during the Monday, June 29, episode of the show. Jen admitted she was questioning their connection, []

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· Jun 23, 2026

‘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.

Cosmopolitan

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· Jun 23, 2026

Time to Get Acquainted With Emma D’Arcy’s Rumored Partner, Thomas May Bailey

These two go waaaay back.

People.com

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· Jul 3, 2026

Ed Sheeran and Wife Cherry Seaborn Attend Taylor Swift's Wedding 11 Years After Their First Date at Her July 4th Party

The longtime collaborators have been friends for more than a decade, since hitting the road together for her Red Tour in 2012

Washington Free Beacon

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· Jul 3, 2026

REVIEW: 'The Invite'

Bob Carol Ted Alice, made in 1969, tells the story of two couples, best friends who are navigating the changing mores of the 1960s in Los Angeles. Bob and Carol (played by Robert Culp and Natalie Wood) have gone semi-hippie; they go to New Age retreats, smoke weed, and have decided to practice radical truth-telling. Bob tells Carol he's had a one-night stand with a Berkeley master's student but it was only physical; she says she's okay with it because he was honest. Bob gets offended that she doesn't care. Then Carol sleeps with her tennis instructor; Bob gets jealous but is assuaged by an offer of free tennis lessons. The post REVIEW: 'The Invite' appeared first on .

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Related coverage for "June Diane Raphael talks about working with James Van Der Beek in 'Elle'": Sada Elbalad — "Elle" Pays Tribute to Late James Van Der Beek in His Final Onscreen Role. Us Weekly — Love Island USA's Jen Calls Out Gal for Not Complimenting Her Enough. The Daily Beast — ‘Grease’ Star Revives Iconic ‘Beauty School Dropout’ Role at 74. Cosmopolitan — Time to Get Acquainted With Emma D’Arcy’s Rumored Partner, Thomas May Bailey. People.com — Ed Sheeran and Wife Cherry Seaborn Attend Taylor Swift's Wedding 11 Years After Their First Date at Her July 4th Party. Washington Free Beacon — REVIEW: 'The Invite'