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The women of The View had a lot to say concerning Travis Kelce following the football player’s recent Wall Street Journal interview about Taylor Swift.
On the Tuesday (Nov. 21) episode of the talk show, hosts Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines and Alyssa Farah Griffin took turns calling out “red flags” they found in Kelce’s candid interview, in which he gave details how he and the “Anti-Hero” singer first started dating, and shared he worries about how his relationship with the media might make Swift uncomfortable.
“Some of the things he said raised some red flags for me,” said Hostin. “He said, ‘The biggest thing to me: Make sure I don’t say anything that would push Taylor away.’ What is he hiding? … He’s sending in his representative so he doesn’t offend her in any way — that’s not real life. People offend you sometimes.”
“My red flag is this,” added Griffin, who wondered whether the Chiefs tight end is simply a “palate cleanser” for Swift following her longterm relationship with Joe Alwyn. “My only concern is she got out of a seven-year relationship and really jumped into this. You tend to want to give some time to get over the previous relationship. I root for them, I want to see her happy, I think she’s one of the most talented musicians of my lifetime by far, but it seems like a little bit of a rush.”
Haines, however, suspected that Kelce is using his newfound fame from the relationship as a stepping stone to a post-NFL career. “He is huge in the football world, and then you go to Taylor Swift Land, and I think that if you were thinking about next chapters, this would be lovely,” she theorized. “I think he’s looking for his second act.”
The new View segment comes about a week after the ladies discussed Kelce’s decade-old tweets, many of which recently resurfaced as fans and brands alike started combing through his Twitter account. While many of the Ohio native’s (often misspelled) posts were innocent musings about Taco Bell or feeding bread to squirrels, the View hosts took issue with a few in which Kelce reportedly insulted girls for being “ugly.”
“He’s illiterate,” Behar said at the time, adding that she didn’t want Swift to be “stuck with this idiot.”
Not all of the hosts had negative things to say about Kelce, though. On the Tuesday episode, Griffin pointed out how it can be “hard at that level of celebrity to find people with the right intentions.” “He seems like a very nice guy and I root for them,” she added. “But I do think [Taylor] has to be careful.”
Watch The View hosts’ takes on Travis Kelce’s “red flags” above.
It was a love story dedicated to Taylor Swift on Dancing With the Stars Tuesday (Nov. 21). ABC’s long-running ballroom bash featured a night of cha-chas, tangos, rumbas and more set to the pop superstar’s vast category of hits. Before the competition kicked off, Swift herself sent in a video message to encourage the contestants.
“Hey guys! It’s Taylor! I just wanted to say thank you so much for having this me themed night on Dancing With the Stars!” she began happily. “I so wish I could be there to see what you and your amazing choreographers and my friend Mandy Moore have put together. I wish I could be there, but I’m on tour in Brazil, but I’m sending you guys all my love, and best of luck to all the contestants!”
Moore, who is Swift’s lead choreographer for her ongoing Eras Tour, was the guest judge for the evening, joining regulars Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough.
Six remaining pairs competed on Taylor Swift Night. Actress Alyson Hannigan and pro partner Sacha Farber showed off their cha-cha moves to “You Belong With Me” and earned a score of 29 out of 40. Vanderpump Rules star Ariana Madix and pro Pasha Pashkov did a rumba to “Cruel Summer,” and despite battling back pain, she impressed the judges and got a 37. Singer-songwriter Jason Mraz and Daniella Karagach tangoed to “Don’t Blame Me” and redeemed themselves for last week’s lackluster performance, this time snagging a perfect 40. Too Hot to Handle‘s Harry Jowsey rumba’d with Rylee Arnold to “August” for a 30; The Bachelorette’s Charity Lawson tangoed with Artem Chigvintsev to “Look What You Made Me Do” for a 38; and Xochi Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy did a quickstep to “Paper Rings” and earned a 38.
After the competitors delivered a few relay dances for potential extra points, the judges’ scores were combined with fan votes to determine who would be out. The unlucky hoofer this week was Jowsey.
Swift — who is a big fan of the ballroom bash and has previously performed on the show — is currently wrapping up the South American leg of her megahit Eras Tour. She has three remaining shows in Sao Paolo, Brazil, happening Nov. 24-26. After that, she’ll take a quick break before kicking up the international leg of her tour again, starting with concerts in Tokyo in early February.
The 12-time Grammy winner also recently won big at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards, earning 10 trophies, including top artist and top female artist. The victories put her in a tie with Drake for the title of winningest artists at the BBMAs, with 39 each. She has also been named Billboard‘s top artist of 2023.
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The Voice has reached the Playoffs phase and Huntley is, well, very much in the hunt.
The Fredericksburg, Virginia-native impressed when he stepped onto The Voice last month for the Blind Auditions, showcasing a voice with depth and character, a rare blend that could power its way through country, blues, rock and grunge.
From the opening notes of that audition, when he sang “She Talks To Angels,” Huntley caught a four-chair turn. Niall Horan went on to secure his services.
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Heading into Tuesday night’s episode, Huntley had a lot to live up to. Pressure, no pressure.
Huntley put on his game voice, and hit a full-throated rendition of David Kushner’s “Daylight”.
The coaches loved it. “I just can’t believe how amazing you are, every single time,” was Gwen Stefani’s immediate response. “Your actual vocal ability, especially in the lane of music that you do, your style of singing, it is masterful.” If she had a label, she’d sign him up. “You’re so amazing.”
John Legend was also blown away. “What you’re giving us on stage is well beyond a competition,” he enthuses. “You’re already a star. You carry yourself that way with confidence, with that distinctive voice.” The execution, flawless. Huntley could go on to be a Grammy winner someday, he reckons.
The performance was “just insane,” Horan remarks. The rocker’s coach challenged him with the song, something he felt Huntley wouldn’t pick, and the result was “the best you’ve ever sung here.”
“You’re one of the people that’s got something to say to the world, and you’ve got a voice like that, it’ll be one hell of and album, and I’d buy it.” So would Reba McEntire. So would many others.
The Irishman had the challenge of cutting three of his six artists. Ultimately, he selected Huntley, Nini Iris and Mara Justine to progress in the competition.
The Voice airs Mondays and Tuesdays on NBC and streaming next day on Peacock.
Watch Huntley’s performance below.
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Hulu isn’t messing around with its 2023 Black Friday deals! Whether you’re a new subscriber or eligible returning member, the platform is offering one of its most affordable streaming options to date: a year of its ad-supported plan for just $0.99/month (regularly $7.99/month). Yes, you read that right. Less than a dollar a month.
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Hulu officially launched the new promotion on Tuesday (Nov. 21), but it won’t last forever. From now until next Tuesday (Nov. 28), you can take advantage of 88% of savings and get ready to stream your favorite holiday movies, TV shows and more for the entire holiday season.
All you have to do is sign up for Hulu’s ad-supported plan and you’ll automatically receive the discount, as well as instant access to the entire Hulu library. Click here or the button below to redeem the offer.
Holiday films and series won’t be the only content you have access to: The Hulu library is filled with original and exclusive TV shows and movies from FX, ABC and more, such as Not Okay, Sex Appeal, White Men Can’t Jump, American Horror Story: Delicate, American Idol, Bachelor in Paradise, Only Murders in the Building, The Handmaid’s Tale, Normal People, How I Met Your Father, What We Do in the Shadows, Little Fires Everywhere, The Great, Shrill, Pen15 and The Bear.
You’ll also be able to create six profiles under one account, watch programs on up to two devices at once, and stream content on any smart device.
Hulu also offers other plans to personalize to your needs, like its ad-free premium plan ($17.99/month) that gives you everything in the ad-supported plan as well as the ability to download and watch eligible programs offline. Want live TV options? Hulu + Live TV gives you access to the entire Hulu library as well as hundreds of live TV channels to watch your favorite shows and sports the day and time it airs — and all starting at $70/month. Did we mention you’ll also get a 30-day free trial when you sign up?
If you’re looking for even more savings, you can bundle Hulu with Disney+ and ESPN+ starting at $14.99/month, which will triple your library of offerings.
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Britain’s popular reality competition show I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here is back for its 23rd series. If you’re new to the show, it combines Survivor-inspired challenges with stars to see who is the ultimate champion of the jungle. The first episode aired on Sunday (Nov. 19) at 9 p.m. GMT, and just like with most competition series, you can expect suspense, thrills, humor and drama, of course.
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Each season comes with a new slew of star-studded guests who must compete in challenges that’ll win them additional food, resources and advantages over other players. They’ll want to avoid getting voted out by their fellow competitors until the finale when the group will vote on who they believe to be the jungle champion.
This season features a mix of singers, TV personalities, politicians and more, including Jamie Lynn Spears as well as radio DJ Sam Thompson, morning host Josie Gibson, TV presenter Fred Sirieix, YouTuber Nella Rose, ex-politician Nigel Farage, food critic Grace Dent, singer Marvin Humes, EastEnders‘ Danielle Harold and Hollyoaks‘ Nick Pickard. BAFTA-award-winning stars Ant & Dec are back to host the series as well.
New episodes will drop every Sunday at 9 p.m. GMT until the finale, which will air sometime in December. While it’s available to view exclusively in the U.K., there are still a few ways to watch the show online from the U.S. and other parts of the world.
Keep reading to learn the available streaming options.
How to Watch I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!
I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! is a British-made reality competition show that airs exclusively on the broadcasting network ITV. Since most streaming platforms check your IP address, the easiest way to stream online from the U.S. and other parts of the world is through a VPN.
We recommend Express VPN as it offers a range of affordable plans and discounts such as its current Black Friday deal that gets you 48% off for 12 months and three months free, which means you can watch the series for no cost. Click here or the button below to launch the free trial now.
Another wallet-friendly option is NordVPN, which is offering plans for 69% off as well as three extra months for free. Plans start as low $2.99/month and come with malware protection, fast load times, data breach scanners, cloud storage and more. Each plan also comes with a 30-day risk-free trial.
Once you download your chosen VPN, you’ll need to connect it to one of its U.K. servers in order to get access to ITV. Then, you’ll have to make a free ITV Hub account and enter a valid U.K. postal code (ITV doesn’t verify them, so any Britain postal code should work). Once you’ve set up your account, you should be able to watch live TV and programs from ITV at your leisure.
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Introducing the Shop 100! With the holidays coming soon, Billboard put together a comprehensive gift guide featuring 100 shoppable and perfectly giftable items to snag this season — like our flagship Hot 100 chart, but for the hottest gifts.
Finding the perfect gift can be stressful, but our list goes a bit deeper than your average music lover’s gift guide to ensure that you make the best choice — no matter how large or small your budget might be.
According to a recent shopping poll, more than half of those surveyed plan to start holiday shopping in November or December. If you fall into that category, you’re right on time to snag Black Friday deals before and after Thanksgiving on Thursday (Nov. 23).
There’s still about a month before Christmas, and whether you’re searching for the best earbuds, best Bluetooth speakers, or the best blanket to snuggle up in while you listen to your favorite music, the Shop 100 has you covered.
In the spirit of giving, we’re offering up a variety of gift ideas for you to consider this holiday season. You’ll find a few different headphones, earbuds and Bluetooth speakers on our list, along with a viral record player that needs to be under your Christmas tree! Plus, the coolest consoles for the gamers in your life, must-read books, stylish shoes, jackets and cute collectibles. The Shop 100 features dozens of must-haves, including many of our personal favorites and items tested by our e-comm team.
From fun to flashy, budget-friendly to expensive, check below for a list of thoughtful, affordable, cozy and downright epic gifts in tech, beauty, home, fashion and more.
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A lot of things happened on Monday (Nov. 20) when President Biden participated in one of the weirdest annual White House fall traditions: the National Thanksgiving Turkey pardoning ceremony. As you’ve probably already read, Biden — who was also celebrating his 81st birthday that day — pardoned the cluckers named “Liberty” and “Bell” and then […]