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      Steve Wright’s BBC Radio 2 replacement revealed as new Pick of the Pops host announced after DJ legend’s tragic death

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      THE BBC has confirmed who will take over one of its top shows following the death of iconic DJ Steve Wright.BBC legend Steve tragically died aged 69 in February after bringing joy to listeners for more than 40 years.Steve passed away at the age of 69Credit: AlamyMark will be hosting the popular showNow it has been confirmed Wright’s much-loved show Pick of the Pops will continue, with veteran broadcaster Mark Goodier taking over from July each Saturday lunchtime.Mark will continue to count down two charts from two different weeks from the past seven decades.Speaking about his new gig, Mark said: “It’s an honour to host the iconic Pick of the Pops, although I wish it were in happier circumstances as I was friends with Steve for almost 40 years.“I can’t wait to reminisce with Radio 2 listeners as we revisit two years in their lives, playing some of the best records ever made.”Read More on Steve WrightMark began his broadcasting career as a mobile DJ in Edinburgh in the late 1970s, kicking off his illustrious radio career shortly after at his local station Radio Forth. Mark has since worked extensively across the BBC and commercial radio, presenting the celebrated UK Top 40 on BBC Radio 1 from 1990–1992 and 1995-2002. On Radio 2, Mark has presented various programmes and specials from 2001, including deputising on The Radio 2 Breakfast Show.Radio 2 movesSteve took over Pick of the Pops from Paul Gambaccani last year. Most read in CelebrityHe was replaced on his weekday show in 2022 after 23 years by Scott Mills.Speaking about the shock move, the DJ said at the time: “Sometimes people want you, sometimes they don’t.”Sometimes there are changes and they give you another offer – and that’s OK. I understand that, I really understand that.”Radio 2 listeners in tears as Steve Wright’s Sunday Love Songs returns to the air just days after legend’s sudden deathSteve joined the BBC in the 1970s and spent four decades hosting his beloved afternoon shows.He also fronted TV programmes for the broadcaster, including Top of the Pops.Meanwhile Michael Ball is to present a new Sunday Love Songs show on BBC Radio 2.Steve was the long-time host of the Love Songs show on the radio station and continued to present it even after he stepped down from his weekday afternoon show on Radio 2 in September 2022.Tragic death His family announced his death earlier this year, with a statement that read: “It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright.”In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard.”Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great pleasure of allowing Steve into their daily lives as one of the UK’s most enduring and popular radio personalities.From bullied schoolboy to BBC legendBy Jane Matthews
      STEVE Wright went from being a bullied schoolboy cruelly dubbed ‘Big Nose’ to a BBC radio legend.
      Wright was born in Greenwich, London and attended Eastwood High School in Southend-on-Sea, Essex.
      It was there that he was cruelly nicknamed Big Nose and Concorde.
      His first job after leaving school was in marine insurance but after three years he realised it wasn’t for him.
      It was then that Wright left to become a local newspaper reporter.
      This led him to BBC, as a record librarian, which then went on to his own shows – and the rest was history.
      But in 2022 he announced he was stepping back from his Afternoon show after more than two decades.
      He said at the time: “Before we start the show proper, if I may, I’d just like to say thank you ever so much for all the messages that have come in, over the weekend after I announced on Friday on the afternoon that we are leaving the afternoon show.”
      The axing saw him take another step towards his Sunday Love Songs show – which he last appeared on just days before his death.

      “As we all grieve, the family requests privacy at this immensely difficult time.”It later emerged that Steve Wright had been struggling with his health although his death was still a “huge, huge shock to colleagues”.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt is not currently clear what the radio legend’s health battle was.He was also due to be part of BBC Radio’s plans to launch four new stations over the airwaves.Mark Goodier and Steve were pals for yearsCredit: PA:Press Association ArchiveSteve was upset when his show was pulled by the BBCCredit: Alamy More

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      Who is Roberto Cavalli’s girlfriend, Sandra Nilsson?

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      ITALIAN fashion designer Roberto Cavalli was known for his bold clothing line.At the time of his passing, he was in a relationship with former model Sandra Nilsson.Roberto Cavalli attends his fashion show on June 10, 2013, in the Montenegrin coastal town of BudvaCredit: SAVO PRELEVIC/AFP via Getty ImagesWho was the late fashion designer Roberto Cavalli?Roberto Cavalli was an Italian fashion designer who was known for his clothing line that often featured bold animal prints.Born on November 15, 1940, in Florence, Italy, Cavalli became known for developing and patenting a leather printing technique.He earned commissions from Hermès and Pierre Cardin and, in 1972, he opened his first eponymous boutique in Saint-Tropez, France.Cavalli passed away in his Florence home on April 12, 2024. He was 83 years old.Who is Roberto Cavalli’s girlfriend, Sandra Nilsson?Sandra Nilsson is a Swedish model who was in a relationship with the late fashion designer since 2014.She is 45 years younger than her long-term partner, according to DailyMail.The outlet also reports that Cavalli bought Sandra a private island in Sweden in 2015.Sandra was Playboy magazine’s Playmate of the Month in January 2008.Most read in CelebrityRoberto Cavalli was in a relationship with Sandra Nilsson since 2014Credit: Instagram/ nilsson_sandra_Did Roberto Cavalli and Sandra Nilsson have any children?Roberto Cavalli, who was twice divorced, had six children.In March 2023, Cavalli and Sandra Nilsson welcomed a child together. Their son is named Giorgio, after Cavalli’s father.He told the Italian magazine Novella 2000, “His name is Giorgio, like his grandfather, my father whom the Nazis shot in the Cavriglia massacre when I was four years old.”Cavalli had two other children from his first marriage and shared three children with his second wife. More

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      When did Kurt Cobain die and what did the Nirvana singer’s suicide note say?

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      THIRTY years have passed since rock music icon Kurt Cobain died in what was legally ruled as suicide.Here’s everything we know about the legendary Nirvana frontman’s passing and what the note he left said. Kurt Cobain died in 1994How old was Kurt Cobain when he died?Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain was found dead in his Seattle home on April 8, 1994, after dying from a gunshot wound to the head on April 5.The beloved singer, who suffered from heroin addiction and mental illness, was discovered by electrician Gary Smith, who had arrived to install a security system.Coming up to a room above the garage, Gary thought Kurt was asleep until he saw how a gun was pointing at his chin.The coroner ruled that Kurt — 27 at the time and father to one-year-old daughter Frances Bean Cobain — had killed himself.A high concentration of heroin and a small amount of diazepam were found in Kurt’s body.The death came at the height of his fame, after the band he’d formed in 1987, Nirvana, had hit the big time with their track Smells Like Teen Spirit, and were all over MTV.A public vigil for Kurt was held on April 10, 1994, at which his widow Courtney Love read sections of his suicide note to the gathered 7,000-strong crowd.She later gave some of Kurt’s clothing to mourners and attended a second funeral with Kurt’s ex-girlfriend Tracy Marander.On March 3, just over a month before his death, Kurt had attempted suicide in Rome by overdosing on champagne and Rohypnol. Kurt Cobain performing on MTV’s Unplugged in New YorkCredit: Getty – ContributorAfter that, he was taken back to Seattle by his wife Courtney, but she was soon calling the police to tell them that Kurt had locked himself in his room with guns and bottles of pills.When police asked him if he’d been threatening to kill himself, he claimed he was merely hiding from Courtney.Kurt then agreed to go to a Los Angeles rehab facility, where he spent his last moments with daughter Frances – but he escaped the compound by climbing over a wall at the end of March.He was thought to be missing for several days but had secretly flown back to Seattle, where his body was found.Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl said of the death: “I remember the day after that I woke up and I was heartbroken that he was gone.”I just felt like, ‘Okay, so I get to wake up today and have another day and he doesn’t’.”What did Kurt’s suicide note say?A suicide note — found near Kurt’s body — was addressed to his imaginary friend Boddah, but bore messages for his wife, daughter, and fans.It read: “Speaking from the tongue of an experienced simpleton who obviously would rather be an emasculated, infantile complain-ee. This note should be pretty easy to understand.”All the warnings from the punk rock 101 courses over the years, since my first introduction to the, shall we say, ethics involved with independence and the embracement of your community has proven to be very true.”I haven’t felt the excitement of listening to as well as creating music along with reading and writing for too many years now. I feel guilty beyond words about these things.”For example when we’re back stage and the lights go out and the manic roar of the crowds begins, it doesn’t affect me the way in which it did for Freddie Mercury, who seemed to love, relish in the love and adoration from the crowd which is something I totally admire and envy. Kurt performing in January 1994, three months before his death”The fact is, I can’t fool you, any one of you. It simply isn’t fair to you or me. The worst crime I can think of would be to rip people off by faking it and pretending as if I’m having 100% fun.”Sometimes I feel as if I should have a punch-in time clock before I walk out on stage. I’ve tried everything within my power to appreciate it (and I do, God, believe me I do, but it’s not enough).”I appreciate the fact that I and we have affected and entertained a lot of people. It must be one of those narcissists who only appreciate things when they’re gone.”I’m too sensitive. I need to be slightly numb in order to regain the enthusiasms I once had as a child.”On our last 3 tours, I’ve had a much better appreciation for all the people I’ve known personally, and as fans of our music, but I still can’t get over the frustration, the guilt and empathy I have for everyone.”There’s good in all of us and I think I simply love people too much, so much that it makes me feel too f***ing sad.”The sad little, sensitive, unappreciative, Pisces, Jesus man. Why don’t you just enjoy it? I don’t know!”I have a goddess of a wife who sweats ambition and empathy and a daughter who reminds me too much of what i used to be, full of love and joy, kissing every person she meets because everyone is good and will do her no harm. Kurt with his baby daughter Frances”And that terrifies me to the point to where I can barely function. I can’t stand the thought of Frances becoming the miserable, self-destructive, death rocker that I’ve become.”I have it good, very good, and I’m grateful, but since the age of seven, I’ve become hateful towards all humans in general. Only because it seems so easy for people to get along that have empathy. Only because I love and feel sorry for people too much I guess.”Thank you all from the pit of my burning, nauseous stomach for your letters and concern during the past years. I’m too much of an erratic, moody baby! I don’t have the passion anymore, and so remember, it’s better to burn out than to fade away.”Peace, love, empathy. Kurt Cobain.”Frances and Courtney, I’ll be at your alter. Please keep going Courtney, for Frances. For her life, which will be so much happier without me.”I LOVE YOU, I LOVE YOU!”What was the last concert before Kurt Cobain died?Nirvana’s last concert was on March 1, 1994.The gig was at Terminal 1 in Munich, Germany.Here’s the setlist for their final show:
      My Best Friend’s Girl (The Cars cover)
      Radio Friendly Unit Shifter
      Drain You
      Breed
      Serve the Servants
      Come as You Are
      Sliver
      Dumb
      In Bloom
      About a Girl
      Lithium
      Pennyroyal Tea
      School
      Polly
      Very Ape
      Lounge Act
      Rape Me
      Territorial Pissings
      The Man Who Sold the World (David Bowie cover)
      All Apologies
      On a Plain
      Blew
      Heart-Shaped Box
      Who announced Kurt Cobain’s death on MTV?Kurt Loder announced the news of the Nirvana legend’s passing on MTV.He was one of the first people to break the news of Kurt’s death.Loder started his report: “Hi, I’m Kurt Loder with an MTV News special report.“The body of Nirvana leader Kurt Cobain was found in house in Seattle on Friday morning dead of an apparently self-inflicted shotgun blast to the head.“Police found was is said to be a suicide note at the scene but have not yet divulged its contents.”He went on to say Kurt had been missing “for several days” and that the LA Times had reported earlier in the week that Nirvana was “breaking up” and Cobain was “planning to undergo drug rehabilitation”.Where is Kurt Cobain buried?Kurt wasn’t buried.He was cremated and his ashes were scattered to the Pacific winds near the Wishkah River, Washington.Therefore anyone wishing to to pay tribute to Kurt cannot visit a gravesite.What was Kurt Cobain’s net worth when he died?Kurt’s wealth at the time of his death is debated.An estimate of his wealth in 2014 was $450million (£355million.) It was also estimated that he would earn approximately $4.4million (£3.4million) a year from album sales alone. Kurt Cobain with his daughter Frances Bean Cobain and wife Courtney LoveCredit: GettyWho inherited Kurt Cobain’s fortune?Most of Kurt’s fortune was inherited by his widow Love and daughter Frances.In 2013, Frances inherited 37 per cent of her father’s estate and had a net worth of over $11.2 million before turning 30, according to reports.After celebrating her 30th birthday, Frances then reportedly inherited an even vaster sum from the Nirvana estate.According to CelebrityNetWorth, as of October 2023 her fortune was $200million.Nirvana’s biggest UK hits

      Heart-Shaped Box, from the album In Utero, released in 1993, reached No.5 in the UK charts — their biggest hit in the UK
      Smells Like Teen Spirit, from the album Nevermind, released in 1991, No.7 in the UK charts — but has since been certified four times Platinum in the UK
      Lithium, from the album Nevermind, released in 1991, reached No.11 in the UK charts
      Puss/Oh, the Guilt, a double A-side split single, reached No.12 in the UK charts
      In Bloom, from the album Nevermind, released in 1991, reached No.28 in the UK charts
      All Apologies/Rape Me, from the album In Utero, released in 1993, reached No.32 in the UK charts
      Something In The Way, from the album Nevermind, released in 1991, reached No.76 in the UK charts More

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      Caitlyn Jenner makes dig at OJ Simpson with ‘good riddance’ tweet after cancer death at 76

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      CAITLYN Jenner has addressed OJ Simpson’s death in a scathing new post on social media.The former NFL player died on Wednesday at the age of 76 after a battle with cancer.Caitlyn, 74, spoke out with a biting post regarding OJ’s death, shortly after the news broke.The Olympic gold medalist penned on X, “Good Riddance #OJSimpson,” leaving fans to flood the comments with controversy.”Not the pot calling the kettle black,” one slammed.”Now Bruce….Hold up now,” a second joked in all caps, referencing Caitlyn’s former name.”You’re next boo,” a third ripped.”It’s funny how things changed,” a fourth reminded, sharing a throwback photo from when Caitlyn and OJ were friends.”You both in the same category,” another claimed.More to follow… For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos.Most read in CelebrityLike us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X (formerly Twitter) at @TheUSSun More

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      OJ Simpson trial ‘tore apart’ Kardashian family after Kim’s lawyer dad Robert brought her to court as he defended star

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      KIM Kardashian spoke about the brutal aftermath of the infamous OJ Simpson trial on her family years before the disgraced athlete died following a battle with cancer.Kim’s father, Robert Kardashian, was a close friend of Simpson and was part of his legal defense team when Simpson was charged with the double murder of his wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ronald Goldman.Kim Kardashian said the OJ Simpson trial tore her family apartCredit: NetflixHer father, Robert Kardashian, was part of Simpson’s legal team during his trial for double murderCredit: AFPKim said she and her sister, Kourtney, were torn between their parents who had chosen a different side during the trialCredit: InstagramMeanwhile, her mother, Kris Jenner, was Nicole’s best friend and believed Simpson committed the murder.In a 2020 episode of David Letterman’s Netflix show, My Next Guest Needs No Introduction, Kim revealed that the trial “tore my family apart.”Kim and her older sister, Kourtney, were teenagers at the time and were torn between which divorced parent they would side with.”We didn’t really know what to believe or whose side to take as kids, because we didn’t want to hurt one of our parents’ feelings,” she said.”It tore my family apart, I’d say, for the whole time of the trial.”Decades after the “trial of the century,” Kim said she’s tried not to publically share her thoughts on whether or not she believed Simpson was innocent.”I’ve never expressed how I’ve felt about that because I just respect his children,” she told Letterman at the time.After the case, Kim’s father, who died from esophageal cancer in 2003, expressed doubts over Simpson’s innocence and eventually cut all time with him.Most read in EntertainmentHe added that if he had known that he and his family would have received death threats for their involvement in the case, he would have never taken it on.’NOT FUNNY’However, in 2021, Kim was slammed by Nicole’s sister, Tanya, over a “distasteful” joke about Simpson during her opening monologue for Saturday Night Live.Kim, who was studying to be a lawyer at the time, mentioned her father during the monologue. She said: “My father was and is still such an influence and inspiration to me and I credit him with really opening up my eyes to racial injustice. OJ Simpson dead at 76: Infamous ex-NFL great acquitted of killing wife and her friend in 90s dies after cancer diagnosis”It’s because of him that I met my first Black person. Want to take a stab in the dark at who it was?”I know it’s sort of weird to remember the first Black person you met, but OJ does leave a mark. Or several! Or none at all. I still don’t know.”Tanya told TMZ that the jokes related to her sister’s death were in “poor taste” and “beyond inappropriate and insensitive.”Because of Kris’ history with Nicole, Tanya argued that Kim should’ve gotten rid of the jokes in her monologue.THE JUICE IS GONESimpson’s family confirmed that he died surrounded by his children and grandchildren in Las Vegas at the age of 76.”On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer,” a tweet from Simpson’s official account on X, formerly known as Twitter.OJ Simpson’s football careerOJ Simpson played for 10 years in the NFL with the Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers from 1969 to 1979.
      After starring in college for the University of Southern California in 1967 and 1968, he was drafted No 1 overall by the Bills in 1969.
      Simpson spent nine of his 11 seasons in western New York and was named NFL MVP in 1973.
      He was also a five-time Pro Bowler and led the league in rushing four times.
      The former running back had two seasons with the 49ers before retiring in 1979.
      Simpson scored 75 touchdowns during his career – 61 rushing and 14 receiving.

      “He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.”During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace.”TRIAL OF THE CENTURYNicole Brown-Simpson and Ronald Goldman were found brutally stabbed to death outside Nicole’s condo in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles.Simpson learned of the murders while on a business trip to Chicago and returned back to Los Angeles, where he was eventually taken in for questioning by police.Before he was officially arrested, Simpson fled from Robert Kardashian’s home and led police on an infamous chase along the Los Angeles freeway while riding in the back of a white Ford Bronco driven by his friend, Al Cowlings.He was eventually arrested and charged with the double murder in one of the most widely publicized events in US history.Simpson was represented by a high-profile defense team, dubbed the “Dream Team” which included Robert Shapiro, Robert Kardashian, Alan Dershowitz, and Johnnie Cochran.Cochran coined the phrase “if it doesn’t fit, you must acquit,” after Simpson’s hand didn’t fit into the blood-stained glove found on his property the day he was arrested. The defense argued that the DNA evidence in the case wasn’t properly handled by lab technicians and claimed the Los Angeles Police Department tainted the investigation.READ MORE SUN STORIESOn October 3, 1995, after less than four hours of deliberation, a jury found Simpson not guilty of two counts of murder.However, he was found liable for the deaths in a civil case brought by Nicole and Goldman’s families in 1997.Kim said she respected Simpson’s children too much to share her thoughts on his innocenceCredit: GettyBefore his arrest, Simpson led cops on an infamous police chase in Los AngelesCredit: CorbisRobert Kardashian Sr. died from cancer in 2003Credit: Instagram More

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      Who is O.J. Simpson’s ex-wife, Marguerite Whitley?

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      OJ SIMPSON made history as an NFL running back, broadcaster, and actor, but his success was overshadowed by his controversial personal life, including a trial – and acquittal – for the murders of his second wife and her friend, Ron Goldman. Simpson passed away from prostate cancer on April 10, 2024, surrounded by family and friends, including his children from his first marriage to Marguerite Whitley. NFL star OJ Simpson poses for a portrait with his wife Marguerite (Whitley) Simpson, daughter Arnelle, and son Jason on January 8, 1973, in Los Angeles, California (Photo by Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)Who is OJ Simpson’s ex-wife, Marguerite Whitley?Marguerite Whitley may not be a household name, but she is best known as being OJ Simpson’s first wife.Not much is known of Whitley’s early life, only that she was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She attended Galileo High School before earning a degree at the University of Southern California in 1967. Whitley and Simpson had met in high school, and were first introduced as a result of her dating Simpson’s close friend, Al Cowlings. The duo began dating in 1965 and wed while they were both still college students.They got married on June 24. 1967, when Simpson was just 19 years old. Whitley, born on March 20, 1949, was just 18 years old at the time of their nuptials. In 1968, Simpson, a senior, earned the Heisman Trophy, the Walter Camp Award, and the Maxwell Award, becoming one of the most decorated collegiate football players at the time.Most read in CelebrityHe was drafted by the Buffalo Bills and signed what was then the largest contract in professional sports history: $650,000 over five years. For his career, Simpson, Whitley, and their family moved to New York, settling in the Amherst neighborhood. While the couple lived a lavish lifestyle, their relationship had its fair share of ups and downs.OJ Simpson looked frail and unrecognizable using walking stick in final pictures before dying from cancer aged 76Simpson’s infidelity, ego, and overall immaturity led Whitley to file for divorce in the mid-1970s, but she eventually called it off for the sake of their children. However, once Simpson reportedly met his second wife, Nicole Brown, while he was still married to Whitley in 1977, their relationship began to crumble.Whitley and Simpson ultimately separated and began living in separate homes in 1978. Whitley filed for divorce again, and the duo finalized their divorce in March 1979.Whitley reportedly received a $26,000 settlement annually, along with alimony and $1,500 monthly child support payments. While Whitley has cited numerous reasons for ending their marriage, Simpson also went on record during a 1979 interview with People magazine.“The price of fame was our biggest problem,” O.J. said, as reported by Vogue. “My wife is a private person, yet we can’t walk down the street without causing a commotion,” he added, referring to Whitley.Did they have any children together?Marguerite Whitley and OJ Simpson were only married for 12 years but managed to welcome three children during their relationship.The couple were parents to:
      Arnelle L. Simpson, born on December 4, 1968
      Jason Lamar Simpson, born on April 21, 1970
      Aaren Lashone Simpson, born in September 1977
      In a tragic turn of events, the couple’s youngest child, daughter Aaren, died on Monday, August 27, 1979, at just 23 months old.She passed away at the UCLA Medical Center eight days after she was initially pulled out of the family’s swimming pool, unconscious. Arnelle remained close to her father and even managed his finances until his death in April 2024.She’s also appeared in several documentary series, including the 2014 series OJ: Trial of the Century, and reportedly encouraged her father to write his infamous book, If I Did It.Jason trained in the Army and Navy Academy and made a living as a professional chef.Simpson later had two children with his second wife, Nicole Brown, including daughter Sydney Brooke, born in 1985, and son Justin Ryan, born in 1988. (L-R) Marguerite Simpson, OJ Simpson, Jason Simpson, and Arnelle Simpson at home (Photo by Walt Disney Television via Getty Images)Credit: GettyWhere is Marguerite Whitley today?Like OJ Simpson mentioned, Marguerite Whitley preferred a life out of the spotlight.After the duo divorced, Whitley ended up marrying a transit supervisor named Rudolph Lewis.The couple tied the knot in 1986, though their marriage was relatively short-lived, and they divorced in 1991.On April 3, 1992, Whitley married a furniture sales representative named Anthony Thomas. Still, she couldn’t escape the shadow of her first husband, at least during interviews with the media. Whitley shot down rumors of abuse or aggression – on OJ’s part – during a January 1995 interview on 20/20, as reported by Vogue. Whitley told Barbara Walters that she would be “willing to testify” that OJ had never hit her during their relationship.“If he did, he would have got a frying pan upside his head,” she said.”There was just no way that I would allow that to happen to me,” she added.During that same interview, she also stated that she believed Simpson to be innocent of murdering Nicole Simpson and Ron Goldman.”He’s just not like that,” she said.Whitley did notably attend OJ’s trial, sitting next to their surviving children.Aside from the 20/20 interview, she never publicly spoke about OJ or their relationship, and all but disappeared from the public eye following the trial.Whitley currently resides in California and has a home in Fresno. READ MORE SUN STORIESOver the years, she’s amassed a hefty net worth, thanks in part to her settlement, investments, and inheriting a family business.Her net worth is currently in the $3 million range. More

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      Relief as George Gilbey’s family raise funds for Gogglebox star’s funeral after sudden rush of donations

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      GENEROUS strangers have rushed to send in donations for Gogglebox star George Gilbey’s funeral.The Sun revealed yesterday that a GoFundMe page had failed to reach its £5,000 target.George Gilbey died last monthCredit: GofundmeThe Gogglebox star passed away after falling through a skylightCredit: Channel 4George starred on Gogglebox with Linda and his now-late stepdad Peter McGarryCredit: Channel 4Just 24 hours later more than £3,000 was raised to bring the total to £5,517.The fundraising page had been set up by his family’s chosen funeral director on behalf of his mum Linda McGarry, 74, following George’s sudden death.The electrician and former Celebrity Big Brother star passed away last month following a shocking 80ft plunge through a skylight. George had been scaling a roof at a warehouse in Essex when the tragedy unfolded, friends have said. READ MORE ON GOGGLEBOXReality star Ricci Guarnaccio — who starred with George on CBB in 2014 — said at the time of the fundraiser going live: “It is amazing so many people are doing what they can to help, especially for Linda who is beside herself.“The family were blind-sided and she is understandably struggling to process the awful news.”George leaves behind his eight-year-old daughter Amelie.A message on the fundraising page reads: “I know his passing has come to a shock for a lot of people, he was such a big character in life and is going to be sorely missed by friends, family and all who knew him.Most read in Celebrity”I think I can safely say we all enjoyed watching him on Gogglebox, Big Brother and all his other TV appearances.”Anything you can donate would be a great help to the family so thank you in advance, all money will go to Linda to pay for his funeral costs and any funds that are left over after will be given to George’s 8 year old daughter Amelie.”George was at work when he tragically died on March 27. Gogglebox fans in tears as Channel 4 show pays emotional tribute to George Gilbey days after his deathA man was arrested on suspicion of ‘gross negligence manslaughter’ after the tragedy in Shoebury, Essex. He was released while police investigate.The horror comes three years after the death of George’s stepdad Pete McGarry, who starred with George and Linda on Gogglebox.Pete died suddenly in 2021 at the age of 71 from bowel cancer.George’s mum Linda is yet to reach her fundraising target for his funeralCredit: Instagram More

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      Iconic DJ Mister Cee dies at 57 after decades in radio and working with Biggie Smalls and Big Daddy Kane

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      ICONIC New York DJ Mister Cee has died at age 57.The Brooklyn-born DJ, real name Calvin LeBrun, was a staple in the hip-hop world, working with rap icons like Big Daddy Kane and the Notorious BIG, as known as Biggie Smalls.Iconic rap DJ Mister Cee has reportedly diedCredit: GettyMister Cee worked with fellow Brooklyn rap legends Big Daddy Kane and The Notorious BIG, better known as Biggie SmallsCredit: GettyThe hip-hop icon was the host of the Throwback at Noon program on Hot 97Credit: GettyHot 97, the radio station where LeBrun hosted the Throwback at Noon program in New York City, announced his death on Tuesday.”He wasn’t just a DJ; he was a pillar of our stations, bringing joy to countless listeners with his legendary Throwback at Noon and Friday Night Live sets.”Mr. Cee’s influence stretched far beyond the airwaves, shaping the very fabric of NYC’s DJ culture.”Our hearts are heavy as we send our love and condolences to his family and the fans whose lives he touched through his music. Rest easy, Mr. Cee. Your legacy will live forever.”Fellow DJ Peter Rosenberg mourned LeBrun’s passing in an X, formerly Twitter, post, “We have lost the iconic Mister Cee.”I listened to him yesterday and am in complete shock.”He was a dear friend to all of us, a wonderful man, and one of the most important and impactful DJs of all time. I love you Cee.”Rap legend MC Lyte mourned LeBrun’s death, writing, “I’m heartbroken. Wasn’t expecting this at all.Most read in Celebrity”God bless his soul. Mister Cee Rest in power & peace!”BROOKLYN BORN AND RAISEDLeBrun was born on August 17, 1966, in Brooklyn’s rugged Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood.He attended high school with fellow rap icon Antonio Hardy, better known as Big Daddy Kane.Together, the rap duo worked on Big Daddy Kane’s debut album, Long Live the Kane, in 1988.Kane’s raw style, mixed with his fast rhyming, helped catapult the duo to the top of the rap world.His work on Kane’s album played a huge role in LeBrun’s partnership and eventually success on Biggie Smalls’ 1994 debut album, Ready to Die.LeBrun recalled his first encounter with Biggie on Hot 97, “The first time I met him was when his DJ 50 Grand, rest in peace, brought Big to my house.”The plan was we were going to redo the basement demo that he and 50 Grand put together. Big was very shy.”He would always talk with his head down and say, ‘Yo man, don’t be promising me nothing, man. If you say you’re going to do something, do it.'”And I’m like, ‘Nah, we’re going to redo the demo.'”In 2014, he told XXL Magazine that if Biggie were still alive, he’d be proud of his accomplishments.”If Biggie was alive and I still was doing tributes to him, he would probably be like, ‘Yo, man top that s**t, what the f**k are you doing.'” LeBrun told the magazine.”He probably would want me to stop going so hard for him. As far as what I went through, the unfortunate circumstances that I went through, he would definitely be behind me but he would be clowning me all day.”READ MORE SUN STORIESLeBrun also helped launch the careers of many legendary hip-hop musicians such as Jay Z, Alicia Keys, 50 Cent, and many others.Years after his departure from Hot 97, LeBrun continued his career in radio on Radio 103.9 and Rock the Bells on SiriusXM. More