It was a moment 57 years in the making. On the final day of competition at the Tokyo Olympics, the US women’s volleyball team — the most decorated volleyball squad never to win Olympic gold — finally made the top of the podium after defeating Brazil in three straight sets. The final point came courtesy
Month: August 2021
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are back in the U.S. following their yacht trip around Europe, but that doesn’t seem to mean the summer 2021 Bennifer PDA tour is over. Per TMZ, the two were seen out last night in Beverly Hills, where they shared a romantic date night. The site captured an image of
Women’s basketball has struggled for years to be taken as seriously as the men’s sport, and although there are many reasons that shouldn’t be the case, Team USA’s track record at the Olympics may be the most compelling argument yet. The US women’s basketball team has won more Olympic gold medals than any other nation,
While promoting her new Hulu show, Only Murders in the Building, Gomez talked about how her acting life now compares to that when she was on Wizards of Waverly Place, which began on Disney Channel in 2007. Per Entertainment Tonight, during the TCA Summer 2021 Tour, Gomez shared her thoughts on those days. “I signed
With every Olympic Games, athletes seem to keep us on the edge of our seat, patiently waiting to witness history. And somehow, despite the mounting pressure, Team USA continues to deliver, not just in terms of their athletic ability, but also in their spirit, resilience, and pure determination. From powerful protests to unbelievable comebacks, there
We all know by now: Rihanna is a billionaire. Per Forbes, she is estimated to be worth $1.7 billion. That sum makes her the wealthiest female musician in the world and the second-wealthiest female entertainer (Oprah tops the list). When a paparazzo came up to her on the street and asked what it meant to
Photography courtesy of La CanadienneIncluding a new genderless cashmere brand. By Sarah Mariotti Date August 7, 2021 Facebook Twitter It’s August and while we love summer, that can only mean one thing: fall fashion is on our — and many brands’ — minds. Come fall, several new retail spaces (including the beloved Montreal-based footwear mecca
A squad of American women, led by veteran Allyson Felix, raced to the top of the podium in the women’s 4x400m relay during the final day of competition at the Tokyo Olympics. Team USA has now won the event in seven consecutive Olympics, starting with the 1996 Games in Atlanta. Sydney McLaughlin, who won gold
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West share four kids, which means, even though they are no longer together, they are co-parents. A source tells E! that the two have a “healthy” co-parenting relationship, adding: “They have been communicating more and more.” Kardashian attended West’s “Donda” listening party last month in Atlanta and attended the second one
Photography via instagram.com/burberrybeautyPlus, Sephora Canada carries its first supplements brand, a stylish sanitizer gets a makeover, and more. By Melissa Perdigao Date August 7, 2021 Facebook Twitter Burberry Hero has arrived Unless you’ve been living under a (social media-free) rock, you’ve likely been acquainted with Burberry’s new men’s fragrance launch, Hero, which dropped on August
There have been a lot of moments to celebrate at the Tokyo Olympics, but this one is particularly historic. Quinn, a midfielder for the Canadian women’s soccer team, is now the first openly transgender and nonbinary athlete to medal at the Olympics. Even before Canada’s final match against Sweden, Quinn was set to make history.
Jemal CountessGetty Images On the off chance Jennifer Aniston was accepting friendship applications anytime soon, there’s one requirement to being her friend that’s absolutely non-negotiable: getting vaccinated for COVID-19. Vaccinations are strongly encouraged to help folks resume their outside activities and interests safely, and Aniston explained in her recent InStyle cover story why she co-signs
Spectrum Cropped Tank Core 10 amazon.com $28.90 In the world of workout wear, there are often two facts that sometimes seem diametrically opposed: Your gear is going to get sweaty (and twisted and rubbed and stretched), and it’s probably going to cost a lot. It’s so different from every other part of the closet, where
Molly Seidel just made her third career marathon count. The 27-year-old American shocked a stacked field by winning bronze at the 2021 Olympics, becoming the third American woman to medal in the Olympic marathon as she finished behind gold medalist Peres Jepchirchir and silver medalist Brigid Kosgei, both of Kenya. In extremely hot and humid
Lady Gaga is making a solid case that the season’s most versatile accessory is a pair of 8-inch lace-up platform boots. Earlier this week, the singer sported her favorite Pleaser Shoes boots with a chic baby-blue bandeau top and high-waisted bike shorts on the streets of New York City, only days after she wore a
Photography courtesy of KnixThe supermodel is Knix’s first-ever global ambassador — and face of their brand-new, 30-piece activewear collection. By Annika Lautens Date August 6, 2021 Facebook Twitter It’s fair to say we could all use a bit of a confidence boost. As it turns out, 18 months of binge-drinking, -eating, -watching, and -sitting doesn’t
Six-time Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix, 35, won a bronze medal in the 400-meter final on Friday at the Tokyo Olympics, with a time of 49.46 seconds. Shaunae Miller-Uibo of the Bahamas took gold with a time of 48.36 seconds, and silver medalist Marileidy Paulino of the Dominican Republic finished just ahead of Felix with
Getty Images In ELLE.com‘s monthly series Office Hours, we ask people in powerful positions to take us through their first jobs, worst jobs, and everything in between. This month we spoke with Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House principal deputy press secretary and member of the Biden administration’s historic all-female senior communications team. Jean-Pierre is used
Photography by Getty Images. Design by Kayleen Dicuangco. We spoke to an expert about DaBaby and Matt Damon’s recent comments about HIV and the “f-slur” — and how they perpetuate harmful stigmas about the LGBTQ+ community. By Natalie Michie Date August 5, 2021 Facebook Twitter Carmen Logie remembers the very first time she heard of
It’s beach volleyball gold for Team USA’s April Ross and Alix Klineman! The “A Team” defeated Australians Mariafe Artacho del Solar and Taliqua Clancy in a match they controlled from the start, looking every bit the dominant competitors who went undefeated in seven matches in Tokyo. In fact, Ross and Klineman only dropped one set
Nikki Glaser has found a home on FBoy Island, and if Hollywood is smart enough, they’ll let her stay there. As host of the new dating show from HBO Max and Bachelor producer Elan Gale, the 37-year-old comedian lends a genuine enthusiasm—and a magnetic self-awareness—to the reality TV gig. In her pursuit, she also joins
Photography by Getty ImagesOn July 31, Penny Oleksiak became Canada’s most decorated Olympian ever, but some say the victory didn’t get the fanfare it deserved — and this points to deeper issues regarding women’s representation in sports. By Natalie Michie Date August 5, 2021 Facebook Twitter On July 31, Canadian history was made at the
Image Source: Getty / Amy Sussman/KCA2021 / Contributor Tiffany Haddish is getting ready to play Florence Griffith Joyner in an upcoming biopic that we are very excited about, and it sounds like the comedian and actor understands what a responsibility the role will be. Flo Jo remains a track icon; her 100-meter and 200-meter records
Years ago, I lived in a charming Harlem walk-up with lots of exposed brick and not much of a decorating budget. Sifting through my own stuff for a low-cost way to fill the void, I found just the thing: a set of fifty vibrant postcards featuring midcentury book covers by legendary graphic designer Alvin Lustig.