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American film actress, Betsy Gay, who starred in a string of comedy films including Our Gang Comedies, which later became known as Little Rascals, has died aged 96

Little Rascals star, Betsy Gay, has sadly died aged 96. The celebrated actress, who was born in 1929 in Connecticut, starred in a series of comedy films in the mid thirties called Our Gang Comedies, which later became known as the Little Rascals. Betsy’s death was revealed by her friend, Bob Satterfield on June 13. No additional details about her passing were disclosed.

The late screen star appeared in several episodes of Our Gang Comedies before accepting the role of Alfalfa’s girlfriend, Effie. She stayed with the comedy group for more than four years before being cast in a number of other projects in 1938. Betsy made appearances in more than 40 feature films, including Tom Sawyer, Came the Brawn, Man of Conquest, A Day At The Circus and Mystery Plane.

In 1941, she had a yodelling scene in an Andy Clyde short, and after performing the peculiar singing skill, marked by rapid alternation between the normal voice and falsetto, in a handful of other movies, she started singing with country music stars of the time such as Stuart Hamblen and his Lucky Stars as well as Tex Williams.

Betsy was also California State Yodelling Champion two years in a row in the mid-1940s.

Per reports, Betsy was also the youngest entertainer to sing and yodel for the Hollywood Victory Committee Shows during World War Two.

Alongside her impressive music career, which involved touring and radio appearances on shows including The Jimmy Wakeley Show and The Don Amache Show, she continued pursuing acting opportunities.

At one point, she was a regular cast member of the ABC show Squeakin’ Deacon’s Country Store and in the 1960s was a regular on the Mike Douglas show, International Party Time, which ran for 13 weeks.

In 1954, she married Thomas Cashen and they shared five children – twins Mimi and Gigi, Tommy, Suzy and Cathy.

Although she had not been in the spotlight for several decades, Betsy uploaded a brief YouTube clip in 2019 celebrating World Yodel Day.

In the video, she says: “Happy International Yodel Day from Betsy Gay, California.”

Paying tribute to the star following the news of her death, many of Betsy’s fans flocked to X. One posted: “This was such a great show” as another replied: “Gone too soon” with a praying emoji.

Meanwhile, a third praised the child star for her early acting career, saying: “Imagine living to 96 and your remembered by something you did 90 years ago.”

Cruz and Romeo Beckham honoured David Beckham with a heartfelt Father’s Day message on social media picturing themselves with their football legend father

Cruz and Romeo Beckham led the way with paying tribute to their dad David Beckham for Father’s Day after posting touching messages on social media. The sons of David and Victoria Beckham took to social media and honoured their football legend father.

In Cruz’s picture, it’s unknown where the pair were basking in the sun but they appeared to be in their element as they laid down on what appears to be a yacht.

David is seen laying back, showing off his chest tattoos while Cruz looks back with his hair draped over his face, while sipping a soft drink.

He captioned the post saying: ” Happy Father’s Day, I love you x.”

Meanwhile, Romeo posted two pictures of him and his father. One was of him as a child with David and he captioned it simply saying: “love you.”

And the other was of both of them, present day, on what seems to be a yacht.

And wife Victoria was not too far behind when it came to praising David on his special day. She took to social media and wrote: ” Happy Father’s Day Sir @DavidBeckham!!! We love you so much.”

And in a video clip of David and his children, she penned: “Happy Father’s Day to the best daddy there is! You always lead with love and our four beautiful children are a reflection of that. We all love you so much.”

The caption was accompanied by a picture of David with all of his children including Brooklyn, in happier times.

She then honoured her own father Tony Adams. She shared a picture of David and her dad and captioned the post saying: “Happy Father’s Day to the best dads in the world. Kisses @davidbeckham.”

This comes after the alleged feud between David’s eldest son Brooklyn Beckham as he failed to congratulate the football legend when it was confirmed that he had been knighted.

The star’s other son’s including Cruz rushed to social media to express their pride. Cruz wrote on Instagram: “I’m so proud dad I love you. Sir David Beckham, has a nice ring to it.”

Meanwhile, Romeo, who has followed in the footsteps of his father’s legendary football career, posted: “So so proud of you.”

And wife Victoria gushed: “You’ve always been my knight in shining armour, but now it’s official. Sir @davidbeckham!!! What an honour, I couldn’t be prouder of you.”

She added: “Your dedication to the things that matter most — your country, your work, your passion, and most of all, your family — has never wavered. “

The former Spice Girl added: “The way you’ve touched so many lives over the years with kindness and humility speaks volumes about the man you are and continues to inspire us every day. But above all else, I’m so, so proud to call you mine. I love you so much.”

And while the Beckham clan revelled in the hugely anticipated news, Brooklyn opted to post about Pretzel Pita Chips.

Posting on his Instagram Stories, Brooklyn posted an image of his snack along with whiskey, caviar and his branded hot sauce.

It has been reported that Brooklyn, who is married to the billionaire heiress Nicola Peltz, only found out about his father’s knighthood via social media.

A source told the US publication Page Six: “Brooklyn told his family he wants no contact and he’s not responding to those that try to connect.”

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David Beckham appears to have addressed his ongoing family feud as he spoke out on Father’s Day. The devoted dad is said to have been left devastated when eldest son Brooklyn did not show up at his 50th birthday celebrations last month.

There was more heartbreak for the former England captain when Brooklyn failed to congratulate him on his knighthood this weekend, in one of this proudest achievements to date.

On Father’s Day, both David and Victoria appeared to address the elephant in the room as they shared posts on social media.

David chose to reveal that he still reaches out to his kids every single day. He even offered an olive branch to Brooklyn as he said “I will be here for you no matter what.” It comes amid reports Brooklyn has now cut all ties after saying ‘I choose you’ to Nicola as battle lines have been drawn.

Reaching out on Father’s Day, dad David said: “My most important & favourite job in life is being a dad… I’m so proud of all of you and like daddy ( sorry boys ) tells you every single day I will always be here for you no matter what…

He went on: “Mummy thank you for doing the most important part and making me a father there is no greater gift in life than making me a dad… Happy Father’s Day.” Doubling down he continued: “I love you kiddies more than you could imagine.”

Victoria Beckham also appeared to send to a pointed message direct to her son Brooklyn on Father’s Day.

The fashion designer posted a video of David and his children in happier times singing along to Sherry by the Four Seasons. David was seen beaming as he cuddled up to Harper with Brooklyn and Cruz at his side.

Alongside the clip, Victoria wrote: “Happy Father’s Day to the best daddy there is!” She went on: “You always lead with love and our beautiful children are a reflection of that. We all love you so so much,” she added.

She then made sure to tag all of her children to remind Brooklyn he has not been forgotten. Victoria followed this up with photos of David and her children at various family parties over the years, including some that Brooklyn hadn’t attended.

A source close to the Beckhams revealed this week that “Brooklyn has told his family he wants no contact and he’s not responding to those that try to connect.”

This weekend will have been a double celebration with Father’s Day coinciding with the announcement David is to be knighted this year release of the King’s Birthday Honours, though it has no doubt been tinged with sadness following Brooklyn’s apparent estrangement from the once tight-knit clan.

David, who was formerly appointed an officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2003, said he wanted to thank all of his family members as he broke his silence on the news he was being made a sir.

While Victoria, Cruz and Romeo all paid tribute to the former England captain and charity ambassador, one person notably absent from the celebrations has been his eldest son Brooklyn.

As the feud appears to rumble on, fans were alarmed to see that Brooklyn has covered up his ‘mama’s boy’ tattoo this month, that was in tribute to his mum.

The doting inking is now gone and has been covered up by a dedication to wife Nicola, of which Brooklyn has over 100 now.

Brooklyn, 27, first got the inking in 2018, but appears to have had a change of heart over the past year, obscuring his original body artwork with a bunch of flowers that echoed his wife Nicola’s bridal bouquet from their 2022 wedding.

While tensions are said to have soured even further in recent months – with Brooklyn even swerving his dad’s 50th birthday celebrations, the ‘feud’ is said to have kicked off during Brooklyn and Nicola’s nuptials.

Nicola is said to have upset Victoria by refusing to wear a dress her team had designed for the ocassion. Speaking to Grazia USA, Nicola said: “We connected to start designing the dress, and then a few days went by, and I didn’t hear anything. Victoria called my mom and said her atelier couldn’t make it.”

She went on to say that David and Victoria were “great in-laws” and added that it “hurt her feelings” when it emerged that she had “never planned” to wear a gown by Victoria.

In 2023, in an interview with the Sunday Times, when Nicola was questioned about the alleged feud with Victoria she said: “No family is perfect.”

The following year, Romeo started dating model Kim Turnbull – who was previously linked to Brooklyn before he started dating Nicola. The new romance is said to have caused upset between the brothers with Brooklyn failing to show at numerous family events that follow.

The Beckhams seemed to respond by failing to acknowledge Brooklyn and Nicola’s third wedding anniversary. The couple then did not attend mum Victoria’s 51st birthday party and didn’t send any tribute to her on social media, as they have in the past.

At David’s lavish 50th birthday celebrations in London the whole family got together for multiple events but Brooklyn and Nicola were again no-shows.

Days later, David posted an Instagram story from a fishing trip with sons Cruz and Romeo. He captioned the story: “You were missed @brooklynpeltzbeckham.”

In a huge blow to David and Victoria, Brooklyn then appeared to cement the rumours by saying ‘I choose Nicola’ in a damning Instagram post after missing his dad’s birthday.

Filming himself and Nicola on a motorbike ride through Beverly Hills, Brooklyn snapped: “My whole world x I will love you forever x I always choose you baby x you’re the most amazing person i know xx me and you forever baby.”

Insiders have since suggested that those nearest to the Beckhams now dub David and Victoria’s eldest son as ‘the hostage’, speculating that Brooklyn might be under his wife’s sway.

An anonymous source disclosed to MailOnline: “Brooklyn is now being referred to as ‘the hostage.’ He is in a situation where those who love Brooklyn fear that he is being controlled by Nicola and it is heartbreaking.”

If you’re wondering what product the Love Island star turned beauty influencer, Molly-Mae, has been loving recently, not only do we know where you can shop your own, but it won’t break the bank

Molly-Mae Hague is always sharing her beauty tips and favourite products, recommending them to fans. Whether it’s skincare, makeup, or haircare, some products Molly-Mae loves aren’t always within the realms of your average budget. Recently, she’s been raving about one moisturiser that’s earned a spot in her top three favourites “of all time.” And the best part? It won’t break the bank.

Sharing her skincare routine with followers, Molly-Mae took to YouTube to tell her subscribers about one of her favourite moisturisers that she’s been swearing by for nearly a year. The cream that’s captured Molly-Mae’s heart? The Aveeno Face Calm and Restore Oat Gel Moisturiser, which is currently selling for £13.50 at Lookfantastic. It is also available at Boots and from select supermarkets like Sainsbury’s.

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The gel moisturiser Molly-Mae loves is a lightweight, fast-absorbing cream that provides soothing and hydrating benefits, so it’s no surprise Molly-Mae (a well-known dry skin sufferer) loves this gem’s nourishing benefits.

This moisturiser is formulated for sensitive skin and is set to instantly hydrate your complexion. Its lightweight and fast-absorbing formula is infused with antioxidant-rich feverfew and nourishing prebiotic oat, which work in conjunction to quench dry skin and lock in moisture for up to 24 hours, making it an ideal choice if your skin is suffering in the summer heat or if, like Molly-Mae, your skin is on the drier side.

This dermatologist-recommended cream is designed to be used in the morning and evening for a visibly supple, smooth, and radiant result. It soothes and repairs the skin by restoring its moisture barrier. It also calms sensitive skin, leaving your complexion feeling comfortable and soothed.

This gel moisturiser retails for £13.50 and hasn’t just received Molly-Mae’s stamp of approval; it’s also amassed plenty of 5-star reviews from Lookfantastic customers. One thrilled shopper shares: “Love this cream. A little goes a long way, soaks into skin quickly, and leaves skin feeling soft and well moisturised.”

Another buyer raves, “This is the best moisturiser for sensitive skin. It keeps my skin hydrated without breaking me out.”

A third raves: “Lovely moisturiser. Really does calm your skin and help keep it moisturised. It leaves skin feeling so soft. It’s not thick and creamy; it’s like a nice gel that leaves your skin silky soft and not sticky.”

Liam Gallagher has leapt to the defence of Oasis fans after Edinburgh Council officials were reportedly less than complimentary about them

Liam Gallagher has hit back at a local council after they reportedly branded Oasis fans ‘fat, drunk, lairy and old’ ahead of the band’s much-anticipated comeback reunion tour, which kicks off later this year.

The indie frontman took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to have his say on what some Edinburgh Council officials had allegedly said in safety briefings, as Oasis are set to play three sell-out gigs at the 67,000 capacity Murrayfield Stadium in Scotland’s capital city in August.

According to reports, the council said some punters at the shows will mainly be “middle-aged men” who “take up more room:” They were also said to be concerned acts could pull out of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, which also takes place in August, due to possible clashes with ‘rowdy’ Oasis fans heading to gigs nearby.

In an outburst on social media, a fuming Liam ranted: “To the Edinburgh council, I’ve heard what you said about OASIS fans and quite frankly your attitude f***ing stinks. I’d leave town that day if I was any of you lot.” He then added: “I’d love to see a picture of all the people on the Edinburgh council, bet there’s some real STUNNING individuals.”

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Outraged Oasis fans were quick to comment underneath with one writing: “Good on you for calling this out Liam.” Another said: “Thanks for standing up to this lot!” A third commented: “Well said.” A fourth joked: “Little do they know oasis fans are actually sexy, sober and well-behaved.”

Stating there will be lots of younger fans too, a fourth said: “Just trying to get gossip spreading and s**t stirring for the Oasis reunion. They have nothing better to do than to try and be hateful. So many youngsters will be attending.” While a fifth pointed out: “Absolutely ridiculous comments from @Edinburgh_CC. When Liam did Knebworth solo, it was a brilliant, relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with parents bringing their kids along. Rugby fans at Murrayfield cause more drunken trouble than a music-loving Oasis crowd ever could.”

Other said the band should move their gigs to Glasgow instead in retaliation if they aren’t welcome in Edinburgh. One fan posted: “Move it to Glasgow, its a 2nd home for you @liamgallagher.” Another wrote: “You should have played Glasgow Liam. I saw Oasis twice in 4 weeks in 2000, Murrayfield and Glasgow Green – and the Glasgow Green Crowd were well and truly mad for it.”

The Sun reported secret planning briefings from Edinburgh Council warned: “Concerned about the safety of the Fringe and its performers. Many performers are considering not attending for that weekend. There is concern about crowds… as they are already rowdy… and the tone of the band.’

In an apparent dig at the weight of punters set to descend on Edinburgh for the iconic gigs, it added: “Middle-aged men take up more room. Consider this when working out occupancy.”

Officials are also said to expect “medium to high intoxication” from fans attending the gigs on the 8, 9 and 12 of August.

In a statement, City of Edinburgh Council Culture and Communities Convener, Councillor Margaret Graham hit back at the claims and told the Mirror: “We’re very proud to host the biggest and best events in Edinburgh throughout the year, which bring in hundreds of millions of pounds to the local economy and provide unparalleled entertainment for our residents and visitors.

“As with any major event which takes place in the city, we prepare extensively alongside our partners to ensure the safety and best possible experience of everyone involved – and Oasis are no different.

“No two events are the same in terms of requirements or planning and our multi-agency approach reflects this appropriately. We’re also working closely with residents in the local area to make sure these concerts pass off as smoothly as possible.

“Over the past few years, we’ve hosted many similar events and managed to strike the right balance between communicating well with residents and fulfilling the needs of major events and I have no doubt we can do so once again. We always look to learn lessons from previous years to update and improve on our plans.

“We’re all looking forward to seeing Oasis take to the stage this August and I’m sure that they’ll ‘live forever’ as some of the most memorable concerts ever performed at Murrayfield.”

The legendary Manchester-based band will be on stage together for the first time in 16 years next monthfor their mammoth Oasis Live ’25 tour. It comes as previously warring brothers Liam, 52, and Noel, 58, patched up their differences to get the band back together last year.

After almost two decades of arguing, the brothers left fans in a state of disbelief when they announced their sensational return – almost 15 years to the day of their split in August 2009.

In just a matter of weeks, they will take to the stage at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on July 4 for their first comeback show. This will be followed by a string of homecoming gigs in their native Manchester at Heaton Park and London’s Wembley Stadium. They then play Edinburgh and Dublin before turning it into a world tour with dates in Chicago, Mexico, Tokyo, Melbourne, Sydney and Sao Paulo.

Though things appear to be fine between the brothers now, Liam recently opened up to reveal what his one major regret about the band was. A fan asked him on social media: “How does it feel singing songs with ur brother again? Like old times?” Liam responded: “You know what it’s spiritual, but I can’t help think about all those wasted years, what a waste of PRECIOUS time.”

But could fans see the once-warring brothers again after their upcoming tour? Replying to a fan, Liam teased: “Let’s see how this tour goes and if we still love each other after it.”

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JoJo Siwa has blindsided fans by postponing all the dates of her upcoming US tour. The Dance Moms star, who is currently dating Chris Hughes, hinted in a statement that she will be spending the summer in Europe instead.

The website detailing her live shows now reads: “I’ve got some news that breaks my heart to share… my US tour has to be postponed.

“I promise I’ll be back before you know it to perform for all the beautiful people in the US!… Announcements will be coming soon, including some Europe shows!:)

“Thank you so much for your understanding and support. I can’t wait to see you all soon! To my Dream Guest VIPs, my team will be reaching out to you individually to plan something special. Refunds will be issued at point of purchase.”

It’s been a whirlwind few weeks for JoJo who was also dropped by her record label. The reality star had been signed to the record company Columbia in 2024, and she released her single Karma and EP Guilty Pleasure with the label.

But less than a year later, the US reality star is no longer working with the label with her latest single Bulletproof released independently.

However, in better news the star has reportedly bagged her own ITV2 reality show with boyfriend Chris Hughes. The pair are in talks for their own series documenting the early stages of their romance.

The romance between the pair has been going from strength to strength since they met on Celebrity Big Brother.

After stunning viewers with their flirty antics in the show, the pair did not wait long to go public.

The news unravelled after JoJo’s heartbroken partner Kath announced on social media the morning after the afterparty that JoJo had dumped her. Kath was particularly hurt as she’d jetted to meet JoJo and was left alone in London after the snub.

In an interview with Capital Radio, JoJo confirmed that she and Chris were now exclusive. She announced: ‘I’m sure it’s no secret to people, I am in a lovely relationship with a sweet boy named Christopher Hughes.’

She also gushed about her feelings for the Love Island star in an interview with The Guardian when asked whether things between them were still platonic.

‘It’s not platonic anymore, and it’s been a beautiful development, a beautiful connection, and I’m absolutely head over heels for him and he’s the same way,’ she told them.