White Lotus

Jamie Foxx was in the news for a few reasons. First, he finally admitted it was a stroke that landed him in the hospital last year. Loyal readers will know we hinted at that, and it was being talked about around Hollywood. He also made the news for an incident at Mr. Chow in Beverly Hills where he got into a brouhaha with some of the crew members of Johnny Knoxville’s Jackass franchise over a penis shaped laser pointer. Here’s what we know. The entire fracas was filmed and if it is cleared by the company’s legal team, it could wind up in an upcoming Jackass special! My source says that Jamie was NOT in the joking mood that night, and overreacted to the gag. Now he is trying to make peace with Johnny’s team – as the LAST thing he wants of for the footage to be part of a movie!

Wendy Williams made the news after she was photographed on an electric mobility scooter in Miami while attending her son Kevin’s college graduation. We just heard that Wendy recently underwent an experimental (and expensive) medical treatment for her dementia which involves altering the temperature of the brain. My source says that the results were impressive and that’s why Wendy, who’s been a recluse for awhile, was able to get out and watch her son walk with his cap and gown. You can expect to see more of her as her treatment continues and condition hopefully improves.

Kylie Kelce made the news when the debut episode of her podcast, Not Gonna Lie, topped Joe Rogan in listeners. Here’s what we know. While we were pleasantly surprised when Kylie expressed her political views on the podcast (many assumed she was a Trumper, and that couldn’t be further from the truth) we won’t be surprised if Taylor Swift pops up on an upcoming episode – yes, people, it’s happening! For those who have been living under a rock, Kylie is married to retired pro footballer turned sportscaster Jason whose brother Travis is Taylor’s boyfriend. My source says that now that her Eras tour is over Taylor has agreed to appear on Kylie’s podcast and discuss her tour, her cats and of course Travis.

Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr were a big story this week when they reunited for a few songs during Paul’s concert in the UK. We can now share this. The surprise duet was only the beginning, and the former band mates are teaming up for the first time in decades to release a new single with all proceeds going to charity. My source says that this has been in the works for many years and it will be their gift, and a swan song to their legion of Beatles fans. If all goes according to their plan, the anticipated song should be released next summer.

The third season of White Lotus was in the headlines as its February 16 debut date and trailer were released. Here’s what we know. The star of season one and two, Jennifer Coolidge secretly filmed her cameo for season 3. Even though she died in the finale of the last season, she’s coming back in a flashback scene which will either be included in the season opener or final episode. The producers are debating on the final edit of the season and haven’t decided on where to include Jennifer’s surprise appearance. Unless something crazy happens in the editing room you can expect it.

Finally, Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Garner were a big story as they were photographed together attending their kids’ school play. Here’s what we know. Loyal readers aren’t surprised that the Jens are friends, but we just heard that they are cohosting a Christmas party so that their respective children -who are all very close- can exchange gifts and celebrate together. As we previously reported, their kids have become siblings since their families were blended and just because J.Lo’s marriage to Ben Affleck didn’t work out, doesn’t mean their kids still aren’t close. It was both Jens who decided to put together a joint holiday celebration and while it might not happen on a Christmas Day, the entire crew will be spending at least part of the holiday celebrating together as a family.

Janet Charlton’s Hollywood wishes you a very Merry Christmas filled with good health, laughter, enough cookies and cocoa for Santa, and of course a juicy turkey dinner -and even juicier gossip!