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National Retail Federation forecasted that the estimated 53 percent of American adults who planned to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year would spend $23.9 billion. Yes, that’s a couple of bags!Some of our favorite celebs showed up and showed out for Valentine’s Day, spending big on roses, designer bags and fine dining to make it an unforgettable day for loved ones. Here’s a little bit of the romance that was on display to leave you feeling lovey-dovey.

Megan Thee Stallion turns 26 years old today! The multi-Grammy award winner and recent HBCU graduate’s unique brand of raunchy, braggadocious, girl-power hip-hop is a go-to favorite for turning up, working out, or simply a little easy listening on a commute or in the home for an instant injection of energy and self-affirmation.Megan’s innate sex appeal and southern-bred curves keep eyes ogling, her hard-hitting rhymes and rapid-fire delivery keep fans listening, and her unapologetic self-assuredness always inspires praise and revelry (and a dash of hate) in the comment section. The vibranium-kneed rap goddess has also graced our cover and pages exuding timeless Black beauty, style, and wisdom beyond her years. As she celebrates another year around the sun, take a look at some of the self-proclaimed Hot Girl Coach’s finest, flyest, most fun-filled moments over the last few years as our favorite Savage dominated the industry and won the hearts of millions by being effortlessly classy, bougie, and ratchet.TOPICS:  birthday Black Celebrity Megan Thee Stallion

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Alec Baldwin's lawyer released a statement regarding the wrongful death lawsuit filed against him by Halyna Hutchins' family Tuesday. "Everyone’s hearts and thoughts remain with Halyna’s family as they continue to process this unspeakable tragedy.

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The family of Halyna Hutchins, the cinematographer shot and killed on the set of "Rust" on Oct. 21, announced the filing of a wrongful death lawsuit at a press conference Tuesday. The lawsuit, which was filed on behalf of Halyna's husband, Matthew Hutchins, and their son, Andros, in New Mexico, names Alec Baldwin and others who "are responsible for the safety on the set" and "reckless behavior and cost-cutting" that led to the death of Hutchins, according to Hutchins' lawyer.

Sami Sheen seems to be celebrating her independence just days after her mother, actress Denise Richards, spoke about her heartache over their strained relationship.The burgeoning model posted three bikini pictures on her Instagram page on Tuesday.The 17-year-old beauty - whose father is Charlie Sheen - wore a green bikini with a straw hat as she sat on a beach in Malibu. Life's a beach:Sami Sheen seems to be celebrating her independence just days after her mother, actress Denise Richards , spoke about her heartache over their strained relationship.

Another member of the K-Pop supergroup BTS has tested positive for COVID-19 making five cases in just three months.V, whose real name isKim Tae-hyung, was experiencing symptoms on Tuesday and went to the hospital to get a PCR test the band's label told People.The 26-year-old, who is double vaccinated, tested positive for the virus and is only suffering from a 'mild fever and sore throat', however, thehashtag #GetWellSoonTaehyung is already trending on social media. Coronavirus: BTS member V, whose real name is Kim Tae-hyung, was experiencing symptoms on Tuesday and tested positive for COVID-19, the band's label told People.'He is currently undergoing treatment at home while waiting for further guidelines from the health care authorities,' the statement from Big Hit read.The label went on to explain that V was around other members of his boyband prior to the positive test result but everyone was masked and socially distancing.

Kim Kardashian looked tense as she emerged on Valentine's Day while her ex Kanye West was causing her heartache and fear with social media attacks and the delivery of unwanted roses to herLA home.The 41-year-old did her best to put on a brave face in Los Angeles on Monday while accompanied by her daughter North, 8, and niece Penelope, 9.The mother-of-four was dressed in head-to-toe pink and her daughter the same color in honor of the day.Kim had just jetted back from New York following a romantic weekend with her new boyfriend Pete Davidson. Tense: Kim Kardashian was pictured in LA on Valentine's Day as her estranged husband Kanye West wascausing her heartache and fear with unwanted romantic gestures and social media attacks Heartache: The star was seen clutching her phone on the same day the rapper was posting 'scary' threats towards Pete Davidson and delivering an truckload of roses to her home Focused on family: The reality star was joined by her daughter North, 7, who was dressed in matching pink in honor of the dayBut she was showing the strain of a difficult few days with her ex which reached a new low on Monday when he sent her dozens of roses in a truck and posted threatening messages about Davidson.On TuesdayKanye admitted that his recent behavior towards estranged wife'came off' as him 'harassing' the reality star.In an Instagram post on Tuesday, the 44-year-old rapper pledged to work on his communication after he posted a series of screenshots that contained threats directed at Kim's boyfriend.'I know sharing screen shots was jarring and came off as harassing Kim.

Hilary Duff announced that How I Met Your Father had been renewed for a second season through a post that was shared to her Instagram account on Tuesday morning.The 34-year-old performer was seen posing for a photo with several of her castmates, such as Christopher Lowell and Francia Raisa, while they worked on the program in the snap.She also wrote a short message in the post's caption that partially read: 'You'll be seeing more great chapters in this love story because #HIMYF has been renewed for Season 2!' Back for more!Hilary Duff announced that How I Met Your Father had been renewed for a second season through a post that was shared to her Instagram account on Tuesday morningHow I Met Your Father serves as a spinoff from the wildly popular sitcom How I Met Your Mother, which ran from 2005 until 2014.The program, which starred performers such as Neil Patrick Harris and Jason Segel and was narrated by the late Bob Saget, was centered on a group of friends navigating their lives in New York City. A pilot entitled How I Met Your Dad, which was co-written by and starred Greta Gerwig, was produced shortly after the original show ended, although it was ultimately not picked up by any network.It was later reported thatIsaac Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger, who co-created the new series, would be working on a new version of the spinoff.

He finished in fourth place in his fifth and final Olympics bid last week in Beijing, China, and retired from a 20-year snowboarding career that saw him not only change the game of the sport, but also create millions of inspired fans and athletes along the way.And Shaun White looked happy to be back home in warmer weather as he took a brisk, shirtless bike ride in Los Angeles on Monday afternoon.The 35-year-old Olympian caught a few endorphins as he cycled around town before boasting about the No. 1 lady in his life as he took to Instagram with a Valentine's Day tribute to girlfriend Nina Dobrev.

Chevy Chase broke his silence four years after Pete Davidson called him a 'bad person'.The 78-year-old comedian said in a new interview with CBS The Morning that he doesn't pay any negative remarks attention.'I guess you'd have to ask them,' before laughing and adding, 'I don't give a crap!' Breaking his silence:Chevy Chase broke his silence four years after Pete Davidson called him a 'bad person'; seen in 2010'I am who I am,' Chevy said. 'And I like... who I am.

Lindsay Lohan shared a loved-up Valentine's Day snap with her fiancé, Bader Shammas, to her Instagram account on Monday.The 35-year-old actress and her partner appeared to be enjoying each other's company while together in the shot, and she described him as 'my forever Valentine' in the post's caption.The happy couple has been together ever since 2019, and they announced their engagement last year. Lovebirds:Lindsay Lohan shared a loved-up Valentine's Day snap with her fiancé, Bader Shammas, to her Instagram account on MondayLohan sported a black shirt and accessorized with small earrings.The Herbie: Fully Loaded star's lovely red hair remained free-flowing and fell onto the sides of her face as she posed for the shot.

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson shared his condolences to his Fast & Furious co-star Tyrese Gibson after his mom passed away.Tyrese announced his mom Priscilla Murray died following a battle with COVID-19 and Pneumonia with an emotional video to his Instagram on Monday.Dwayne, 49, took to the comments and wrote: 'So so sorry about this brother. She was so proud of all you are have become. Deepest condolences & love sent your way to you and your family.' Thoughtful:Dwayne Johnson shared his condolences to his Fast & Furious co-star Tyrese on Monday after his mom passed away on Monday From the heart:Dwayne took to the comments and wrote: 'So so sorry about this brother.

Joe Gatto and his estranged wife Bessy sparked rumors of a potential reconciliation as they attended an Imagine Dragons concert with their six-year-old daughter Milana on Valentine's Day.The former Impractical Jokers star, 45, beamed as he posed for a cozy snap with Bessy and Milana at the UBS Arena in Belmont Park, New York.'What an amazing night,' Joe wrote in the caption of the post that he shared with his 1.9million Instagram followers. Back together?:Joe Gatto and his estranged wife Bessy sparked rumors of a potential reconciliation as they attended an Imagine Dragons concert with their six-year-old daughter Milana on Valentine's DayHe continued, 'Thanks to the Imagine Dragons for giving our daughter her first concert experience.

He was rumoured to be trying to make his estranged wife Kim Kardashian 'jealous' when he began his brief romance with Julia Fox.Now, the Uncut Gems star has thrown some validity behind that claim.In an unearthed Instagram comment from Fox, 32, that was captured by HollywoodUnlocked, the rising star explains how the rapper had encouraged her to reveal details about their relationship.A fan had blasted Fox in a comment telling her: 'You talked about the man in the press like you all were married. Just desperate for the attention.

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Choosing what brings her joy. Garcelle Beauvais is breaking down why she chose to unfollow Erika Jayne after a post on social media from her Real Housewives of Beverly Hills costar rubbed her the wrong way.

queued outside Primark in the early hours of Monday morning, eager to stock up on underwear and fresh summer t-shirts, another cohort was preparing for a more significant post-lockdown splurge. Harrods reopened its Knightsbridge store with a one-way system in place and a limit of 4,500 customers at a time - compared to the usual 80,000.Videos of long queues snaking around the building quickly surfaced on YouTube, with Twitter users reporting that the longest queues inside were at the Dior and Louis Vuitton concessions.“People are bored of lockdown and want to get back to leisurely pursuits,” says McKinsey partner Anita Balchandani.