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    What we know about the disappearance of Gabby Petito and how to watch the true crime doc on the murdered video blogger

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    WHEN Gabby Petito disappeared in 2021, the world was gripped by the mystery.Eventually a body was found and what really happened unfurled. A new documentary will air on ITVX revealing what happened.Brian Laundrie killed Gabby PetitoCredit: InstagramWho was Gabby Petito?Gabby Petito was a 22-year-old girl who went on a trip around America with her boyfriend.She and Brian Laundrie were due to travel around the county for four months but this is not how it went.On July 2, 2021 the pair embarked on their travels but it wasn’t long until Gabby’s family started to worry.Gabby was born and raised in Blue Point, New York.Read more on TVShe had six younger siblings and half-siblings.Gabby documented her life and travels on social media sites such as YouTube and Instagram.When did Gabby Petito go missing?Gabby and Laundrie set off on their four month trip at the start of July and Gabby documented their trip through her YouTube channel Nomadic Statik.They seemed to be having the time of their lives as they visited some of the most picturesque parts of the US.Most read in ShowbizGabby’s family stayed in touch with her until the end of August when communication stopped.Her parents started to worry and started their search for their daughter, with internet sleuths getting involved in the missing persons case.Laundrie returned to his home in Florida at the beginning of September in the van that he and Gabby had been travelling in, but he was on his own.Before this on August 12, 2021 a witness called the police to report that a couple, that was identified as Gabby and Laundrie, were seen fighting in Utah.The caller said they saw a man slap a woman before driving off together.Police approached the couple and body cam footage showed them both talking about the physical altercation.Petito told the officer that she hit Laundrie first.Gabby and Brian went on a road trip togetherCredit: APWhere was Gabby Petito’s body found?The search for Gabby came to a tragic end when a body was found on September 19, 2021.Her body was found at the Spread Creek Dispersed Camping area in Wyoming which is where the Ford Transit Connect was previously seen before Laundrie drove it home.An autopsy determined that the manner of death was homicide by “blunt-force injuries to the head and neck, with manual strangulation” which occurred three to four weeks before the body was found.What happened to Gabby Petito’s boyfriend, Brian Laundrie?Laundrie was described as a person of interest on September 15 by police after he returned home to Florida on his own as he was the last person to have seen Gabby before she disappeared.However just two days later his parents told police they had not seen their son since September 14.Police then announced that they were searching for the Carlton Reserve Laundrie.More than a month later on October 20 Laundrie’s body was found in a Florida park along with a notebook and backpack.It was confirmed on November 23 that Laundrie had taken his own life.I am ending my life not because of a fear of punishment but rather because I can’t stand to live another day without her. I’ve lost our whole future together, every moment we could have cherished.Brian LaundrieWhat did Brian Laundrie write in his note?In the notebook that was found with Laundrie’s body, a letter was found where he took responsibility for Gabby’s death.He claimed that he killed her after she injured herself in a fall in Wyoming, saying he thought it was “merciful”.He said that he loved Gabby and he apologised to “everyone who this will affect”.He ended the note by writing: “I am ending my life not because of a fear of punishment but rather because I can’t stand to live another day without her. “I’ve lost our whole future together, every moment we could have cherished.”What did Gabby Petito’s parents say about her disappearance?When Gabby was reported missing and her body had not yet been found, her family spoke out at new conferences.At one her father Joseph Petito said: “We ask you to put yourselves in our shoes.”We haven’t been able to sleep or eat.”And our lives are falling apart.”Gabby’s parents sued Laundrie’s parents and their attorney, pain and emotional distress due to Laundrie’s parents and their attorney withholding information regarding Petito’s death.They have since reached a settlement where Gabby’s family received $3millionREAD MORE SUN STORIESHow to watch The Disappearance of Gabby PetitoThe documentary The Disappearance of Gabby Petito will be able to stream on ITVX on Thursday May 9, 2024.The series will be made up of three parts which will explore the story of Gabby’s disappearance and death. More

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      Marc Anthony’s ex-girlfriends and wives: Who has he dated?

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      GLOBAL SUPERSTAR Marc Anthony has been married four times.His latest marriage is to model and Miss Universe contestant Nadia Ferreira.Marc Anthony attends the 10th Annual Maestro Cares Foundation Changing Lives, Building Dreams Gala at Cipriani Wall Street on December 05, 2023, in New York CityCredit: Roy Rochlin/Getty ImagesWho has Marc Anthony dated?Marc Anthony is an American singer and popular Latin artist.He has dated and even married multiple women during his life.His first wife was Puerto Rican actress Dayanara Torres, to whom he was married from 2000 to 2004.Following his marriage to Torres, he moved on and married megastar Jennifer Lopez in 2004.Lopez and Anthony were married for 10 years, but the former couple divorced in 2014.The ex-couple met while working together as they collaborated on the song No Me Ames in 1999, Insiderreports.After his long marriage to Lopez, the singer moved on and eventually married Shannon De Lima, in 2014.De Lima and Anthony were married for a total of three years before they officially divorced in 2017.Most read in CelebrityAnthony also dated Debbie Rosado for some time back in the 1990s, US Weekly reports.Although Rosado and Anthony never married, they do share two children.How many kids does Marc Anthony have?The famous singer has had six children with the many women in his life.He welcomed his first two children with his ex Rosado, in 1994.Rosado and Anthony’s children include Ariana and Chase.Following his split with Rosado, Anthony went on to have another two children with his first wife Torres.Torres and Anthony have two children Cristian and Ryan, born in 2001 and 2003.In February 2008, Anthony and Lopez welcomed their twins into their family. The twins are named Emme and Maximilian Muñiz.Nadia Ferreira and Marc Anthony attend the FGI Night of Stars 39th Annual Gala at The Plaza on October 17, 2023, in New York CityCredit: Dia Dipasupil/Getty ImagesOn Valentine’s Day 2024, Anthony and his current wife announced they were expecting a child together.The baby will be her first and the singer’s seventh child.Who is Marc Anthony’s wife, Nadia Ferreira?Marc Anthony and Nadia Ferreira revealed the news of their engagement on May 12, 2022.Anthony’s then-fiancée posted her engagement ring on her Instagram story.Ferreira was born on May 10, 1999, in Villarrica, Paraguay, and is known for representing the country in the 2021 Miss Universe pageant.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnthony and Ferreira, who are 31 years apart, are often pictured together on their Instagrams.The two made it official on January 28, 2023, in a star-studded Miami ceremony. More

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      Who is Aman Vyas and where is he now?

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      AMAN Vyas was convicted of the rape of three women and murder of a fourth in 2020 and is now in prison.It took a decade for Vyas to be put away for his crimes, but how did he evade capture?Aman Vyas was seen on CCTVCredit: PAWho is Aman Vyas?Aman Vyas is a convicted murderer and rapist.The serial rapist was dubbed the “night stalker” but it took a decade for him to be found guilty of his crimes and be sent to prison.His crimes covered a small area of Walthamstow, Greater London, centred around Markhouse Road.Between March 24 and May 30 in 2009 Vyas committed multiple crimes.Read more on newsHis first crime took place on Tuesday March 24, 2009 when he followed a woman back to her flat and went into her property.Vyas punched her repeatedly in the face, raped her and left.Just a few weeks later on April 22 he approached a woman looking to buy drugs.She agreed to take him somewhere to buy them but he pulled out a knife and forced her down an alleyway.Most read in The SunHe then punched her, raped her and left the scene.A week later on April 29 another woman was found injured by police.She said she cannot remember her walk home that night.What happened to Michelle Samaraweera?Vyas’ last attack was the murder of Michelle Samaraweera.Michelle was a 35-year-old widow who lived on her own in Hainault but had a boyfriend in Walthamstow.On May 30, 2009 she was captured on CCTV at a shop in Markhouse Road before Vyas entered the same shop.Michelle then walked along Queens Road where there is a small park.Members of the public heard screams coming from the park at 1:30am but it was around 5.15am when a dog walker found Michelle’s partially clothed body.A post-mortem examination revealed that she had been strangled and sexually assaulted.Michelle Samaraweera was murderedCredit: PA:Press AssociationHow long will Aman Vyas spend in prison?Vyas was sentenced to life in prison.The judge recommended he would serve 37 years for the murder of Michelle.With time served already served in custody, both in England and in India, Vyas will serve 34 years and 312 days from the day of sentencing in 2020.He was sentenced at Croydon Crown Court on Thursday August 20, 2020 for the murder as well as five counts of rape, causing grievous bodily harm with intent, ranging from 14 to 18-and-a-half years for each count.How did Aman Vyas get caught?In November 2010, 60,525 posters showing the CCTV image of the suspect from a shop in the area were dispatched to addresses in the Walthamstow area.A man who received a poster recognised the suspect and informed police.Vyas worked with the man’s family member.A water bottle that the family member had drank from was given to police and used to link Vyas to the crimes.Police found that a month after Michelle’s murder, Vyas purchased a one-way ticket to India.A manhunt was launched to find Vyas and extradite him back to the UK.READ MORE SUN STORIESOn October 4, 2019 Met Police officers escorted him from India Ghandi Airport in New Delhi to London Heathrow.Enquiries revealed that Vyas was staying in New Zealand and Singapore over the ten years before going back to India where he was caught. More

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      Does Ryan Seacrest have children?

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      MEDIA personality Ryan Seacrest has often been tight-lipped about his personal life.The popular host has never been married but has dated a few celebrities in the past.Ryan Seacrest has dated a few celebrities in the pastDoes Ryan Seacrest have children?Ryan Seacrest, 49, does not have any children yet.The longtime American Idol host had confessed to wanting kids on numerous occasions. In October 2020, while recording On Air with Ryan Seacrest, Ryan recalled his change of heart on the topic.He said: “It was weird because you know Halloween changed me. I said a few weeks ago I’m not so into it and then I saw some of my friends’ kids get excited about it and then I see my niece.“And she’s so beautiful and then I see you, [Sisanie], [with] twins, and I see how happy you are, and I would never in a million years — actually if you asked me when I was 40 a few years ago ‘Do you want kids?’ [I’d say] ‘I don’t know’ — and now, all of a sudden, all I can think about is, ‘Wow, how do I do that? I’m getting older. Most recently, Seacrest’s thoughts on kids remain the same but he is in no rush.On an episode of Live with Ryan and Kelly in August 2022, guest co-host Lisa Rinna asked about Ryan’s plan for children down the line. Ryan shared: “I think having kids at the right time would be great. I have a fantastic family, a very small family. I have a niece, [my sister] Meredith has a daughter. My parents have been married 52 and a half years, so that’s a high bar. So that’s in my head.”Most read in CelebrityIn regards to having kids at this very moment, Ryan replied: “I’m happy. I’m happy in the present moment. I don’t think about anything else. Why push it?”Who has Ryan Seacrest dated?Ryan Seacrest has been romantically linked to a number of stars.In 2021, Seacrest began dating model Aubrey Paige.The two had sparked rumors in May 2021 and have been spotted numerous times on vacation with one another.On June 8, 2022, Paige and Seacrest made their red carpet debut during the premiere of Jennifer Lopez’s documentary Halftime at the Tribeca Festival. The two dated for three years before going their separate ways in April 2024.A source close to the couple confirmed the split, telling People, “They plan to stay in each other’s lives as good friends and support one another’s endeavors.”Aubrey Paige Petcosky and Ryan Seacrest make their red carpet debut as a couple at the Halftime premiere on June 08, 2022In 2013, Seacrest dated wellness influencer and chef Shayna Taylor. The two were on and off before officially ending things in 2020.Before Taylor, Seacrest dated actress Julianne Hough from 2010-2013.Between 2003 and 2006, the television personality also dated actress Teri Hatcher and television host Shana Wall.Seacrest’s reported net worth is said to be around $450 million.Is Ryan Seacrest leaving Live with Kelly and Ryan?On February 16, 2023, Ryan announced he was leaving Live with Kelly and Ryan after six seasons on the air. The presenter has been replaced by his former co-host Kelly Ripa’s husband, Mark Consuelos.On June 27, Ryan revealed he would take over Pat Sajak’s Wheel of Fortune hosting gig after the legendary presenter announced his retirement.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak,” he wrote in a statement. “I can’t wait to continue the tradition of spinning the wheel and working alongside the great Vanna White,” he concluded. More

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      Who was Lord Shaftesbury Anthony Ashley-Cooper, when was he murdered and where was his body found?

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      WITH champagne on tap and wild parties in the South of France, the late Lord Shaftesbury Anthony Ashley-Cooper lived life to the full.However, all that came to an end when the aristocrat was murdered by his wife and her brother.Lord Shaftsbury Anthony Ashley-Cooper disappeared in 2004Credit: AFPThe Earl with wife Jamila M’Barek before she had him murderedWho was Lord Shaftesbury Anthony Ashley-Cooper?Born on May 22, 1938, Lord Shaftesbury Anthony Ashley-Cooper was the 10th Earl of Shaftesbury.He was known for his love of wild parties, which reportedly included plenty of booze and drugs flowing.The party loving Earl was also said to have a fondness for call girls.He was said to pay £4K a night for sex workers after boozing in South of France bars.Read more on royal scandalThe 10th Earl of Shaftsbury’s lifestyle was in stark contrast to some of the past Earls.The most illustrious of the Shaftesbury dynasty was the 7th Earl, who campaigned against child labour and was in favour of education in the 19th century.Both Shaftesbury Avenue in London and the Eros statue, which was officially called the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, were named after him.The 10th Earl of Shaftesbury was the grandson of the 9th Earl.Most read in ShowbizHis father was the heir apparent, but died before his own dad, which meant his son was next in the line of succession.The Earl with his second wife Christina Montan and their two childrenCredit: RexLord Shaftsbury married Jamila M’Barek in 2002Credit: AFPWho was Lord Shaftesbury Anthony Ashley-Cooper married to, and did they have children?During his life, the Earl was married three times.His first two wives were Bianca de Paolis, who was 12 years his senior, and Christina Montan, who he had sons Anthony and Nicholas with.In 2002, the Earl met and married female escort and former Playboy model Jamila M’Barek.However, it would be this marriage that would ultimately lead to his murder.How did Lord Shaftesbury Anthony Ashley-Cooper die?In April 2004, Anthony told third wife Jamila that he wanted a divorce.On November 3, 2004, Lord Shaftesbury arrived in Nice, South of France to meet with his estranged wife.He later checked into the £130-a-night, four-star Noga Hilton on the Cannes seafront. However the following day, after checking out of the hotel, Shaftesbury vanished without a trace.I feel sorry for his family because Anthony was a very nice person, really generous. I regret what happened.Jamila M’BarekHis disappearance became global news, with theories that he had massive debts or the Mafia could be to blame.It was later uncovered that he had been murdered, with his cause of death being strangulation. In a shock turn of events Lord Shaftsbury’s heir, his son Anthony, died aged 28 of a suspected heart attack in 2005 – just one month after his father’s body was found.Jamila M’Barek stands in court after being found guilty of being involved with her husband’s murderCredit: AFPWhere was Lord Shaftesbury Anthony Ashley-Cooper’s body found?Lord Shaftesbury skeletal remains were found in a ravine in a forest near Cannes five months later in April 2005.His estranged wife Jamila M’Barek was arrested and charged with arranging his murder, while her brother Mohammed M/Barek was charged with carrying the killing out.A jury found the M’Barek siblings guilty of the Earl’s murder and both were jailed for 25 years.Jamila spent just nine years behind bars before being released, while Mohammed is still locked up.Jamila’s brother Mohammed M’Barek was found guilty of carrying out the killing outCredit: AFPIn Channel 5 documentary A Very British Sex Scandal: The Earl & The Escort, Jamila talks about the shocking case.Still able to use the title the Dowager Countess of Shaftesbury, she denies wanting Anthony dead.But she said of his family: “I would like to explain to them everything. I would tell them, ‘Sorry for the pain you had.’“I feel sorry for his family because Anthony was a very nice person, really generous. I regret what happened.”How to watch A Very British Sex Scandal: The Earl & the EscortA Very British Sex Scandal: The Earl & the Escort airs April 24, 2024 at 9pm on Channel 5.The documentary follows the investigation into his disappearance and subsequent murder.Jamila M’Barek speaks for the first time about her involvement in the murder.READ MORE SUN STORIESPlus there are interviews with Jamila’s lawyers, detectives, and reporters that worked on the case.If you miss it, viewers can also catch up with the doc on the streaming site My5.Timeline of Lord Shatfsbury’s murderHere we take a look at the events leading up to an after the Earl’s murder:

      Lord Shaftsbury arrives in the South of France on November 3, 2004.
      The Earl goes to visit his estranged wife Jamila M’Barek.
      He checks into the Noga Hilton on the Cannes seafront.
      Lord Shaftsbury checks out of the hotel on November 4, 2004 and vanishes.
      The body of the Earl is found in Cannes in April 2005.
      In 2009, Lord Shaftsbury’s wife Jamila and her brother Mohammed M’Barek are found guilty of his murder. More

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      Who was Zoe Ball’s mum Julia Peckham and what was her cause of death?

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      ZOE Ball has announced the death of her mother, Julia Peckham.The radio presenter had previously taken time away from her Breakfast show to care for her mother following her cancer diagnosis.Julia had been suffering from pancreatic cancerCredit: Instagram/@zoetheballZoe shared this touching snap of her motherZoe when she was a child with her late mother JuliaCredit: InstagramWho was Zoe Ball’s mum Julia?Julia was born in August 1949.She is the mother of BBC Radio 2 star Zoe Ball.In March 2024, the presenter announced Julia’s cancer diagnosis in an Instagram post.She told fans: “Heartbreakingly our beautiful Mama Julia has been diagnosed with Cancer.Read More on Zoe Ball”As many of you know from experience, these are extremely tough times. Mum is being incredibly brave.”My brother Jamie and I are completely in awe of the brilliant Doctors, Nurses and support teams looking after Mum.”Thank you. Gratitude to our families and our extended family and friends at home and at work for their support at this time.”Zoe then revealed that she would be taking some time out of her job to support her mum through her diagnosis. Most read in ShowbizOn April 17, 2024, Zoe confirmed her beloved mum had been moved into a hospice following her return to her Breakfast show.She dedicated a Bon Jovi song to the paramedics who had taken care of Julia.She explained on-air: “Mum’s in hospice now, pretty tough at the moment for the family.Gaby Roslin gives update on Zoe Ball and her return to BBC Radio 2 after stepping in at the last minute”I just want to say thank you to John, Scarlett and Charlie, both Charlies, actually, and Sophie and Laura who are really looking after mum.”Things are really tough for my mum at the moment, just sending out loads of love.”Love you Mum.”What was Julia Peckham’s cause of death?On April 24, 2024, Zoe announced the death of her mother Julia, 74, after a battle with pancreatic cancer.She posted a message in tribute on social media, telling followers of her death.She shared a photo of Julia with the caption: “Sleep tight dear Mama.We are bereft without you but will hold so tight to each other”Zoe Ball“Thank you for teaching us how to love unconditionally, to always show courage and empathy, and how, even in the darkest of days, laughter is the greatest of gifts.“We are bereft without you but will hold so tight to each other.”Zoe’s son Woody Cook added: “Today I say goodbye to Granny J, thank you for being a wonderful woman.”The only person who always sent me a Valentine’s card.”Symptoms of pancreatic cancer
      Pancreatic cancer may not have any symptoms, or they might be hard to spot.

      The whites of your eyes or your skin turn yellow (jaundice), and you may also have itchy skin, darker pee and paler poo than usual
      Loss of appetite or losing weight without trying to
      Feeling tired or having no energy
      A high temperature, or feeling hot or shivery
      Feeling or being sick
      Diarrhoea or constipation, or other changes in your poo
      Pain at the top part of your tummy and your back, which may feel worse when you’re eating or lying down and better when you lean forward
      Symptoms of indigestion, such as feeling bloated

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      Was Julia Peckham married and how many children did she have?Julia married TV presenter Johnny Ball in 1969.She was 21 when she gave birth to Zoe on November 23, 1970.Her marriage to Johnny ended in 1972 after Julia walked out when Zoe was two years old.Zoe previously spoke about her complex relationship with Julia after her parents separated.She said in the past: “I didn’t see my mum Julia for a few years – she was very young when she married my dad and had me.”When they parted I lived with my dad and my other ‘mum’, his wife Diane.”However, the pair grew very close in recent years and Zoe supported her mum after her husband Richard died in 2013.READ MORE SUN STORIESZoe referred to her brother Jamie Clark when talking about her mother’s care.He was born in February 1977.Zoe and her mother at The Dorchester Hotel in 2011Credit: Rex More

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      Who is Alison Hammond’s ex-boyfriend Ben Hawkins?

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      ALISON Hammond has become a familiar face on our screen thanks to her top job on This Morning.But despite her huge fame, she has managed to keep her relationships out of the public eye – until now.Ben Hawkins was previously dating Alison HammondCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdShe has now moved on with David PutmanCredit: InstagramWho is Ben Hawkins?Ben Hawkins was reportedly Alison Hammond’s former boyfriend.Unlike the This Morning host, his career is not in TV, nor is he a celebrity.The Sun exclusively revealed how he is a landscape gardener.He has been jailed on separate occasions for driving under the influence of cocaine and dealing cannabis.READ MORE ON ALISON HAMMONDHe was also sent to prison for attacking a cabbie but sources have previously insisted that he is now “a changed man”.It was reported he lives with his parents at their Worcestershire home, where the former Big Brother star was spotted with him.Who is Alison Hammond’s new boyfriend?Alison is now dating David Putman.He works as a model and dancer and frequently shares snaps of his career with his social media followers.Most read in CelebrityDavid is thought to be around 20 years younger than Alison who is 49.Despite the age gap, the This Morning star is said to be “happier than ever” with her new partner following a “turbulent love life”.This Morning star Alison Hammond’s mystery new man revealed as she cosies up to hunk and pals say she’s ‘never been happier’ Why did Alison Hammond and Ben Hawkins split up?It is not known why the couple split.They were together for around two years before they went their separate ways in 2023.The couple managed to keep their romance low profile while they were an item, only being pictured together a handful of times.They’re both down to earth and get on like a house on fire”A close pal of Alison How long were Alison Hammond and Ben Hawkins together?Friends told The Sun that the pair hit it off when Alison hired him to tend to her Midlands property in 2021.A pal said: “They love to hang out and have been for meals and down to the pub.“They’re both down to earth and get on like a house on fire.“She makes him laugh and Alison thinks it’s cute he still lives with his parents.”Alison previously teased fans about her love interest and has told them that she is willing to marry her “mystery man”.She described him as “lovely” and said on ITV’s This Morning how she “had him hidden for a year and a half . . .  and no-one knew”.Show co-host Dermot O’Leary was first to reveal Alison’s romance in June 2022, letting slip that she was a “taken” woman.Giggling Alison joked: “Can you believe Dermot outed me on the TV?” READ MORE SUN STORIESSpeaking about her fella, she said: “He loves me to bits. He absolutely worships me and massages my feet every single day.”Then in November 2022 she told a podcast it was “a little bit” love at first sight for her, adding: “I don’t think it was love at first sight on their front.” More

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      What happened in the Arnold Schwarzenegger car accident?

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      ARNOLD Schwarzenegger is a beloved Austrian-American actor who was also the 38th governor of California from 2003 to 2011. On January 21, 2022, it was revealed that he had been involved in a serious car accident.Arnold Schwarzenegger speaks during the 10X Growth Conference 2024 at The Diplomat Beach Resort on April 04, 2024, in Hollywood, FloridaCredit: Ivan Apfel/Getty ImagesWhat happened in the Arnold Schwarzenegger car accident?On January 21, 2022, Arnold Schwarzenegger, 76, was involved in a serious car accident that left one person “badly injured,” according to TMZ.Around 8:30 pm ET, Schwarzenegger’s SUV reportedly rolled over on top of another car after colliding with a red Prius.One eyewitness told the media outlet that it “looked like a stunt in a movie.” Ambulances reportedly took the injured driver to the hospital after she was seen “bleeding heavily from her head,” TMZ reports. Where was the accident? The Prius driver was reportedly trying to make a U-turn on Sunset Blvd when the collision occurred.Schwarzenegger was about a mile away from his home at the time. American actor, fitness personality, entrepreneur, and producer Jake Steinfeld was also pictured at the scene.At this time, it remains unclear if Steinfeld was with him in the car but Steinfeld and Schwarzenegger are reportedly close friends. Most read in CelebrityHe served as the Chairman of the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness when Schwarzenegger was in office.Arnold Schwarzenegger arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix’s “FUBAR” at The Grove on May 22, 2023, in Los Angeles, CaliforniaCredit: Steve Granitz/FilmMagicIs Arnold Schwarzenegger a Republican or Democrat?Schwarzenegger began his career in politics back in 2003 after he replaced Democratic governor Gray Davis during a recall election.He is currently a member of the Republican Party. Speaking at the 2004 Republican Convention, Schwarzenegger recalled the moment he became a Republican, which happened after watching Richard Nixon while he was giving a speech on TV.At the time, he said: “He was talking about free enterprise, getting the government off your back, lowering the taxes and strengthening the military. “Listening to Nixon speak sounded more like a breath of fresh air. I said to my friend, I said, ‘What party is he?’ My friend said, ‘He’s a Republican.’ I said, ‘Then I am a Republican.’ And I have been a Republican ever since.”During his time as governor, he made several efforts to address global warming.He signed the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 and negotiated the creation of a carbon emissions trading market with England.Since leaving office in 2011, Schwarzenegger has returned to acting. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe starred in sequels to The Terminator and will share the screen with longtime collaborator Sylvester Stallone in an upcoming film.The two are co-starring in TMZ Presents: Arnold and Sly: Rivals, Friends, Icons, which premieres on Fox on April 23, 2024. More

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      Who is Dance Moms star Maddie Ziegler’s ex-boyfriend, Eddie Benjamin?

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      MADDIE Ziegler has been in the spotlight for most of her life, first rising to fame on the reality show Dance Moms. She dated musician Eddie Benjamin for three years before the two broke up in February 2023. Maddie Ziegler and her ex-boyfriend Eddie BenjaminWho is Dance Moms star Maddie Ziegler’s ex-boyfriend, Eddie Benjamin?Eddie Benjamin was born on January 16, 2002, and grew up in Australia. The up-and-coming musician and producer moved to Los Angeles in 2019.He has written for and worked alongside Meghan Trainor, Sia, Shawn Mendez, and his mentor, Justin Bieber. Eddie is featured in Bieber’s 2021 YouTube documentary, Justin Bieber: Next Chapter. He also opened for Bieber’s 2022 Justice World Tour. How did Maddie and Eddie meet?Right before the global Covid-19 pandemic began, Eddie moved from Australia to California. Maddie had direct messaged the musician on Instagram, inviting him to meet up with her at The Grove, a mall in Los Angeles. The two hit it off and established a friendship before they moved their relationship to the next level. Most read in Celebrity”I was just so drawn to Maddie as a person,” Eddie said in a 2021 interview with Harper’s Bazaar Singapore.”She’s so warm and loving and artistic. There are certain people in this world who are just a little more colorful than others and she’s definitely one of them.”In an interview with Entertainment Tonight published on January 27, 2022, Maddie gushed about their relationship. “I feel very excited every day that I get to date him,” she said.Maddie Ziegler and Eddie Benjamin backstage at The Tonight ShowCredit: Instagram/@eddiebenjaminWhen did Maddie and Eddie break up?People reported that Maddie and Eddie broke up in February 2023.The outlet reported that a source close to the former couple said that the two split amicably after three years together.Fans began speculating that the couple had split after Eddie released his single All for Nothing, which references a breakup, earlier that month. More