Cindy Williams Remembers ‘Laverne & Shirley’ Co-Star Eddie Mekka: “I Love You Dearly”

Tyrese Gibson's mother, Priscilla Murray Gibson, has died after a battle with COVID-19 and pneumonia. Tyrese announced the sad news Monday on his Instagram.He shared a sad video of him holding on to and rubbing his mother's hand as he tearfully said his goodbyes.«Rest in peace mom,» Tyrese can be heard saying through his tears. «You fought, mom.

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are soon-to-be first time parents, and while the couple are definitely one of the most successful celeb power pairs, a source tells ET that the Rihanna and A$AP are planning to be «very hands-on.»«This baby can have anything in the world, but more than anything this baby will be spoiled with love and attention,» the source shared, before adding that «they will be very hands-on parents.»With ties to New York, Los Angeles and Barbados the couple's child will likely travel the globe alongside their famous parents with the source telling ET that the baby is going to be «well-traveled.»But, in the little one's early days, the source said Rihanna is planning to keep a low profile.«Rihanna is a pro at staying out of the public eye when she wants to,» the source said. «L.A .will be home base, but they'll likely spend time in the Hamptons again this summer. And of course, she has very strong ties to Barbados, it's been several months since she's been there, but that will be one of their first trips with the baby.»ET's Rachel Smith spoke to the couple Friday night at Rihanna's Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin launch where they opened up about the «Love on the Brain» singer's pregnancy journey thus far.«It's a long nine to 10 months.

Mary J. Blige brought the drama, glitz, glamour and soul to the Super Bowl LVI halftime show!The queen of hip-hop and soul dazzled in a custom Dundas look as she performed alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar and 50 Cent during the halftime show at So-Fi Stadium.

UPDATED with sentencing: Zachary Horwitz, the Hollywood actor who pleaded guilty last fall for operating a Ponzi scheme that bilked $650 million from investors who thought their money would be used to acquire licensing rights to films, was sentenced to 20 years in prison Monday.

LeBron James is putting his fit body on display.

Melania Trump is flat-out denying a new report about her alleged non-nonprofit activity!

A 13-year-old girl was arrested for allegedly making a bomb threat against her school in November, but it has now been confirmed she was innocent all along. Police are now admitting they were outsmarted by a different seventh grader — after the innocent girl spent two weeks behind bars, that is!

school’s hallway, or holding the hand of the most beautiful woman you’ve ever seen in your life. Fictional authors are describing what it feels like to experience the flutters of falling in love through the lens of queer people, and non-fiction authors are penning the stories of how casual encounters can blossom into great love stories. Some have the dramatic flair of international incidents and major sports franchises while others are more low-key but they’re all filling us up with all the feelings this Valentine’s Day. Follow a burnt-out academic from the dance floor in Vegas to a random trip down the aisle, hear the stories of those who have been muffled, travel along for the hijinks of those who are down for a silly adventure, see how a broken-down car or a ride or the subway can switch up one’s relationship status, or saddle up next to two secret lovers who are finding a way in a sport that isn’t safe for them to love out loud.

Black Women In Sports Brunch in Inglewood. Presented by Coca-Cola® and hosted by Gia Peppers, the event honored sports journalists Cari Champion and Jemele Hill with additional remarks from ESSENCE CEO Caroline Wanga and Chairman of ESSENCE Ventures, Richelieu Dennis.Before teasing with a backstory about how she and Hill became friends, Champion told attendees, “The very first image of a Black woman in a position of power was this lady named Oprah Winfrey.” Through Oprah’s visibility, Champion first saw herself on TV, and it was later with support from Jemele Hill that she found deeper purpose. “She stood in the gap.

Peter Andre has opened up about a terrifying experience during his time living in Australia.The 48-year-old was left scared to return to nightclubs until his thirties after a racially motivated incident.The dad-of-four was enjoyed a night out in Sydney during his youth when racist thugs pulled a knife on him.Writing in his new! magazine column, the singer looked back on his incredible career before recalling the traumatic incident.He said: "A lot of incredible things have happened over the past 30 years, from winning awards to world tours, to the ultimate blessing of having my children."But there have been some challenging times, too."Peter went on to explain the terrifying incident and how his would-be attackers threatened to end him "there and then."He said: "When asked about the bullying and racism that I and my siblings suffered as kids in Australia, I recalled a horrific incident in a nightclub in Sydney."A group of guys cornered me and one of them put a knife to my throat and threatened to finish me there and then."He continued: "That night really scared me and put me off going to places like clubs for a while. I did go to them again in my thirties, but I always felt very wary and uncomfortable."Peter who was born in London and relocated to Australia at the age of six.

Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady had the same idea for their Valentine's Day gifts to one another. Bündchen, 41, took to social media on Monday to share that she gifted her husband a "green" gift: trees. "Happy Valentines day hubby! Hope you like your gift.

Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion, Elsa Hosk and Tommy Dorfmanturned heads while arriving tothe Coach runway show during New York Fashion Week on Sunday afternoon in the Big Apple.As the women arrived to get a first look at theluxury brand's fall 2022 ready-to-wear collection, they made sure to make an entrance in theirattention-grabbing ensembles, which were flawlessly accessorized from head to toe.The Hot Girl Summer rapper, who will be turning 28 on Tuesday, oozed glamour as she showed up in a long black leather coat, matchingbustier top and miniskirt with a silver belt toaccentuate her waist. Glamorous: Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion, Elsa Hosk and Tommy Dorfman turned heads while arriving to the Coach runway show during New York Fashion Week on Sunday afternoon in the Big AppleAfter exiting her car, she posed with her sunglasses in her mouth for photographers, before taking a selfie with a lucky fan.

Despite confirming her split from rapper Kanye West this morning, Julia Fox was all smiles as she took a stroll in Manhattan on Monday.The Uncut Gems star, 32, showed there was no bad blood between her and the musician, 44, as she sported his $200 blue Gap jacket, from theYeezy Gap collection.The self-proclaimed '#1 hustler' also gave glimpse of her ample cleavage with a very tight-fitting denim corset, which she wore underneath the puffer coat. No tears: Despite confirming her split from rapper Kanye West this morning, Julia Fox was all smiles as she took a stroll in Manhattan on MondayThe star paired her outfit of the day with chic denim floor-grazing pants that created an elongated silhouette, as well as black booties.

Eddie Mekka has sadly passed away.

Facebook post by his longtime friend, Pat Benti, the actor died on Nov. 27 in his Newhall, California, home.

Eddie Mekka, the actor who played Carmine Ragusa, the high school sweetheart of Cindy Williams’ Shirley Feeney on the hit ’70s sitcom Laverne & Shirley, died Saturday, Nov. 27, at his home in Newhall, California. He was 69.

Jordan Moreau Eddie Mekka, an actor on “Laverne & Shirley” who played Carmine “The Big Ragoo” Ragusa, died on Saturday, Nov. 27, at his home in Newhall, Calif.

Eddie Mekka was an actor who played Carmine “The Big Ragoo” Ragusa on “Laverne & Shirley.”“Laverne & Shirley” was Mekka’s first major on-screen role. “The Big Ragoo” was Shirley’s off-and-on boyfriend, a dancer and singer as well as former Golden Gloves boxing champion.

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Laverne & Shirley star has Eddie Mekka died at the age of 69.The actor was most famous for playing Carmine Ragusa on the hit television sitcom.His brother Warren Mekjian confirmed the news to TMZ on Thursday. The actor is said to have been found dead at his home in Newhall, California, on Saturday.Per the report, friends and neighbors have become concerned over Mekka, after they hadn't heard from in a few days.

tribute on Facebook.Asking that all inquiries into Mekka’s death “be withheld during his family’s time of grief,” Benti also said, “We welcome you to share your memories of Eddie and your condolences to his family on his fan page.”He added, “Rest In Peace Eddie. We had some fun.”Mekka played Shirley Feeney’s crooner boyfriend known as “The Big Ragu” on the “Happy Days” spinoff starring Penny Marshall and Cindy Williams, which aired between 1976 to 1983 on ABC.