Janet Charlton's

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Donald Trump’s trip to China aboard Air Force One with his former friend turned enemy Elon Musk was big news this week,  and here’s what we know.  Although the two egomaniacs had a very public and nasty falling out last year (among other things Elon tweeted that Trump was linked to the Jeffrey Epstein files and called for his impeachment) they found their way back to each other – thanks to JD Vance who played peacemaker.  My source says that Vance somehow persuaded Trump that it was in his best interest to mend fences with the wealthiest man in the world and likewise convinced Elon it would serve him best to play nice with the president.  My source says that the men now coexist, but it’s hardly the bromance it once was.

Speaking of JD Vance, he also made the news when during a press conference on May 13 he joked that Trump was planning an Apprentice style show to decide who he should endorse as the Republican nominee for president in the 2028 election.  Here’s what we know.  Although Vance meant it as a joke, my source says that Trump (the eternal showman) actually loved the idea of turning his potential endorsement into a reality show.  Trump feels there shouldn’t be a primary and the contest should only be between Vance and Marco Rubio.  Laugh now, but my source insists Trump is serious about the idea.

Noah Wylie made the news when he appeared to promote his series, The Pitt.  Here’s what we know.  While Noah was dropping some hints about the next season, the one thing he didn’t reveal is that he has been trying to persuade his former ER costar, George Clooney, to make a rare guest appearance on the medical drama.  My source say that while George no longer does TV, he’s actually considering it since he has always been friendly with Noah – even after he left ER.  If the details can be worked out, expect to see George, even briefly, in season 3.

Britney Spears’ son Jayden Federline was in the news when he made a rare public appearance at the Dior Cruise 2027 fashion show in Los Angeles on May 13.  We can tell you this.  Tall, lean, and handsome Jayden was there for a reason.  He’s been tapped to model in an upcoming Dior menswear campaign.  The fashion line invited Jayden to walk in the show, but he decided he’s more comfortable doing print work as opposed to runway modeling.  Expect to see his ads before the end of the year.

Jason Biggs and his wife Jenny Mollen made headlines when they announced they were calling it quits after 18-years of marriage.  We just heard this.  The split was mutual and it basically came down to the pair (who have both been very public about their once sizzling sex life) felt the spark between them had diminished. They went from off the charts chemistry to basically roommates.  Privately the pair turned to therapy, and came to the conclusion that their marriage’s shelf life was expiring and they both wanted to explore new partners. So this truly is the ultimate “conscious uncoupling” as they remain the best of friends.  Long story short, they love each other but the passion is no longer there.

Former reality star turned LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt was all over the news when TMZ reported that he wasn’t living in a trailer (as he alluded to in his TV ads) but was holed up at the swanky Hotel Bel-Air.  Spencer, who cried poverty after losing his home in the tragic Pacific Palisades fires of 2025, is somehow affording the hotel where rooms basically start at an average of $1,500 per night!  We can tell you this.  Spencer’s lavish lifestyle is being financed by a few very wealthy and well connected Hollywood types.  We aren’t naming names, but these aren’t campaign contributions ( which would have to be publicly disclosed) but private benefactors who are only covering his living expenses.  Hmmm…

Gwyneth Paltrow was in the news when it was announced that she was laying off part of her staff at Goop and leaning more into AI.  Here’s what we know.  Gwyneth’s once popular lifestyle brand has been plagued with lower sales, and it just isn’t appealing to the younger generation ( no surprise here since Gwyneth is 53-years-old).  My source says that in addition to the layoffs, Gwyneth is being urged to consider teaming up with a younger star, like Hailey Bieber, in order to appeal to that generation.  Behind very closed doors, a list of potential celebrities to partner up with is being compiled, and my source says that while Gwyneth is not yet 100% onboard, she is keeping an open mind if the right partner can be found.