Born on this day!! Actor Paul Hogan is 85. Singer Fred Cash of The Impressions is 84. Actor-comedian Chevy Chase is 81. Author R.L. Stine (“Goosebumps”) is 81. Country singer Susan Raye is 80. TV personality Sarah Purcell (“Real People”) is 76. Singer Airrion Love of The Stylistics is 75. Actor Sigourney Weaver is 75. Singer Robert “Kool” Bell of Kool and the Gang is 74. Singer-guitarist Ricky Lee Phelps (Brothers Phelps, Kentucky Headhunters) is 71. Actor Michael Dudikoff (“American Ninja”) is 70. Comedian Darrell Hammond (“Saturday Night Live”) is 69. Actor Stephanie Zimbalist (“Remington Steele”) is 68. Actor Kim Wayans (“In The House,” ″In Living Color”) is 63. Singer Steve Perry of Cherry Poppin’ Daddies is 61. Actor Ian Hart (TV’s “Dirt”) is 60. Singer CeCe Winans is 60. Bassist C.J. Ramone of The Ramones is 59. Actor Karyn Parsons (“The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”) is 58. Singer Teddy Riley is 58. Actor Emily Procter (“The West Wing,” “CSI: Miami”) is 56. Actor Dylan Neal (“Blood Ties,” ″Sabrina, The Teenage Witch”) is 55. Actor-screenwriter Matt Damon is 54. Actor Martin Henderson (“Virgin River,” “Grey’s Anatomy”) is 50. Actor Kristanna Loken (“The L Word,” “Burn Notice”) is 45. Singer Byron Reeder of Mista is 45. Singer Noelle Scaggs of Fitz and the Tantrums is 45. Actor Nick Cannon is 44. Actor J.R. Ramirez (TV’s “Manifest”) is 44. Singer-songwriter Bruno Mars is 39. Actor Angus T. Jones (“Two and a Half Men”) is 31. Actor Molly Quinn (“Castle”) is 31. Actor Bella Thorne (TV’s “Shake It Up,” film “Midnight Sun”) is 27.
THIS DAY IN GENIUS HISTORY
1871 – The Great Fire of Chicago started. That same day in Peshtigo, Wis., the worst forest fire in U.S. history also began.
1869 – The 14th president of the United States, Franklin Pierce, died in Concord, N.H.
1934 – Bruno Hauptmannn was indicted for the murder of Charles Lindbergh’s baby.
1945 – President Harry Truman announced the U.S. would share the secret of the atomic bomb only with Great Britain and Canada.
1956 – Don Larsen of the New York Yankees pitched the first and only perfect game in a World Series.
2004 – Martha Stewart began her prison sentence at Alderson Federal Prison Camp.
2005 – A 7.6 magnitude earthquake centered in the Pakistani-controlled part of the Kashmir region killed more than 80,000 and injured 65,000.
Today Is: Ada Lovelace Day, Alvin C. York Day, International Face Your Fears Day, International Podiatry Day, Microwave Oven Day, National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day, National Pierogy Day, National Salmon Day, World Child Development Day, World Octopus Day
TODAY ON TV!
Primetime TV (All Times Eastern)
CBS – 8:00 – Oprah Special: The Presleys / 9:00 – Matlock / 10:00 – FBI
NBC – 8:00 – The Voice / 10:00 – The Irrational
ABC – 8:00 – Dancing With The Stars / 10:00 – High Potential
FOX – 8:00 – Murder in A Small Town / 9:00 – Accused
CW – 8:00 – WWE NXT
TV Talk Shows
Jimmy Kimmel: Harrison Ford, Evan Funke, Carly Pearce
Jimmy Fallon: Chris Pine, Nicholas Braun, Mary Mack
Seth Meyers: Nathan Lane, Rosemarie DeWitt, Amelia Dimoldenberg
After Midnight: Skylar Astin, Wayne Brady, Mary Holland (R 9/9/24)
Watch What Happens Live: Erin Lichy, Jake Shears
WHAT ARE YOU TALKIN’ ABOUT? Here are today’s PPM-Friendly Topics!
QUESTION: Wouldn’t YOU?? Lawyer representing Diddy’s victims say A-List pals are busy PAYING PEOPLE OFF to avoid seeing their names in print!!
QUESTION: How much is the price of GOLD BULLION going up?? Costco’s offering of gold bars SOLD OUT in its first day.. by charging just a bit less!!!!
QUESTION: Are Gen Z’ers really THAT lazy?? This employer claims they’re now having their PARENTS go look for work for them and do the interviews!!!!
QUESTION: Is she about to cut loose and DITCH THE DUKE?? Meghan Markle shows up w/o Harry in a recycled low-cut number!! Are they… OVER????
QUESTION: HOW bad is it?? We knew “Joker: Folie a Deux” was bad.. but social media says people are WALKING OUT! “What the f**k was THAT?????”
Diddy’s Mom Speaks Out About Allegations
****Wow… SHE must be proud!!
*******Here statement, through her attorney: “I come to you today as a mother that is devastated and profoundly saddened by the allegations made against my son, Sean Combs. It is heartbreaking to see my son judged not for the truth, but for a narrative created out of lies. To bear witness what seems like a public lynching of my son before he’s had the opportunity to prove his innocence is a pain too unbearable to put into words.”
********Well.. what do you expect her to say??
*******Meanwhile, it’ll be interesting to see what the celebs say when THEIR names start coming out!! (If they ever do)
Madonna Pays Tribute To Her Brother Christopher Ciccone
*****The brother who died is the one she was close to.. not the other one that she hated!!
*******Christopher died from cancer at the age of 63.
*******He was the creative director of many of her tours, and danced in her early videos!
Country Singers Unite For Hurricane Helene Relief
*******Since the destruction is in MAGA country, you won’t be seeing Springsteen raising money!!
*******North Carolina natives Luke Combs and Eric Church will headline the show, called “Concert for Carolina.” Billy Strings and James Taylor will join in.
*****The concert is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 26 at Bank of America Stadium. Tickets go on sale Thursday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m.
Taylor Swift Passes Rihanna On The Billionaire List
*********She’s now worth $1.6 billion to Rihanna’s $1.4 billion!!
********Her tour pulled in $600 million and her songwriting and publishing is worth another $600 million.
*****Then there are lot of odds and ends like a $125 million in real estate.. and of course, she bought a couple of small countries!!
********She’s still got a ways to go… she only ranks 2,545th on the billionaires list!!
Ben Affleck’s Electric Bronco Breaks Down
*****Of course it did!!
****Ironically, he was on his way home to watch a “Chargers” game!!
*******He’s been seeing quite a bit of his kids with Jennifer Garner.. and also running into J Lo here and there!!
****Meanwhile, she’s hoping she won’t be a witness in the case against Diddy!!
TABLOID FODDER
Sour Notes-(Star)
Las Vegas, Sept. 20
Clad in plaid, Gwen Stefani performed her new single, “Somebody Else’s,” for the very first time at a music festival. Fans are convinced ex-husband Gavin Rossdale served as the inspiration for the “narcissistic” ex the 54-year-old references in the song. (The parents of three boys split in 2015 after 13 years of marriage.) “I don’t know what a woman like me was doin’ with a man like you,” Gwen snipes before seemingly giving husband of three years Blake Shelton a sweet shout-out on the track. “But now I got a love so true!”
STUPID NEWS
Couple Reunited With Long Lost Wedding Video
****They were married 57 years ago in Scotland, moved to Australia, and thought they’d lost their wedding video forever!!
********It had actually been shot on Super 8mm, and gotten mixed up with another guy’s film! He was transferring those films to DVD when he came across a wedding he didn’t recognize, so he posted a still on a Facebook page!!
****That’s where it came to the attention of Aileen Turnbull in Australia!!
******They reached out.. and there was a happy ending! Except that they’re still married!
Woman Finds 84-Year-Old Frozen Biscuit In Mom’s Freezer
*****Speaking of 84-year-old frozen biscuits.. how’s Joy Behar doing??
*****A Virginia woman was cleaning out her dead mother’s freezer when she came across a petrified frozen scone, and it had a dated note of explanation!!
******The note read: “Biscuit made by Mrs. Dara L Chambers in August 1940 at the Blankenship home.”
*******It was baked for a guy who was about to go off to WWII!!
Treasure Hunt That Took Over 30 Years To Complete
********It was called “On the Trail of the Golden Owl,” was based on a book of riddles published in 1993.
********11 puzzles needed to be solved.. and it took this long to do it!!
*******There was also a 12 hidden puzzle that revealed the location of a Golden Owl token.. which was finally deciphered and unearthed!!
********The owl made of 3 kilograms (6 pounds, 10 ounces) of gold and 7 kilograms (15 pounds, 7 ounces) of silver with diamond chips on its face.
****Value: $165,000!!
****You could never do this in the US.. people won’t wait 30 minutes, let alone 30 years!!
Fast Food Chains Getting Ready To Battle Over Halloween Items
****Burger King has the Addams Family menu starting this weekend!!
*********The leading item is “Wednesday’s Whopper!!”
*******Also, “Thing’s Rings,” onion rings with new packaging; “Gomez’s Churro Fries,” which a news release billed as “deliciously crispy, fried churros coated in cinnamon sugar and paired with chocolate dipping sauce”; and “Morticia’s Kooky Chocolate Shake,” featuring “creamy soft serve mixed with chocolate cake batter fudge and topped with black and purple cookie pieces.”
****At Dunkin’ you’ll find The “Spider Specialty Donut”
STUFF THAT’S COOL AND VIRAL
VIDEO: YOUTUBER CRASHES $200,000 SPORTS CAR DURING LIVE STREAM.
A LIST FOR TUESDAY
10 Things You Should Buy at Discount Stores (And 6 Things You Shouldn’t)
Office Supplies
If you’re anything like us, perhaps you abscond almost immediately to the back of a T.J. Maxx or Marshalls, searching for office supplies. There’s no such thing as too many pencil containers.
Reading Glasses
Having trouble reading the fine print? It may be time for you to get reading glasses and we know where to get a stylish and inexpensive pair. You can generally find pairs between +1.0 and +3.25 diopters, the measurement used for a prescription.
Phone Cases
I can personally vouch for T.J. Maxx and Marshalls’ phone cases — I’ve bought many a case there, and they are nearly identical to what you might find at the name brands. A search of the store’s website reveals phone case options from designers as luxurious as Gucci and Bottega Veneta, with prices from $24 to $134. But an in-store search will certainly yield cheaper options and other brands.
Pet Supplies
Need to stock up on some items for man’s best friend? Discount retailers have you covered. Blogger Krazy Coupon Lady (as reported in Business Insider) notes that the pet section has toys as cheap as $2 and dog beds under $25. She even says their prices are frequently cheaper than Walmart. Online, we spy cat scratchers, dog chews and pet gates for competitive prices.
Towels
Who doesn’t want to spruce up their towel collection and introduce a new member to the linen family? At T.J. Maxx, you can buy sets of towels from Vera Wang, Laina and Brooks Brothers for prices between $29.99 and $39.99. The Budget Babe suggests buying Egyptian cotton—you’ll get it for the best price there, she says.
Storage Containers
You know when you’re trying to organize your winter sweaters or your old papers and can’t stand the sight of yet another plastic bin? Discount retailers are the place to get decorative baskets and storage containers to keep everything housed in the right place—and looking stylish while doing so. We’re a fan of this $24.99 storage basket.
Pillows
Aside from towels, The Budget Babe loves getting her pillows at T.J. Maxx and Marshalls. She says consumers can get a high quality pair of pillows for as little as $20. Whether you want decorative pillows that read “Good Vibes Only” or an extra set for your guest bedroom, you’ll likely be able to find something that doesn’t break the bank.
Frames
Picture frames are a staple in any home and a great way to house either art or your family’s favorite photos. But they can be pricey. That’s why buying a frame from a discount retailer is a good way to get a high-quality item without paying the market price. Frames online start as low as $7.99.
Clothes Hangers
Many of us have gotten to that point where you buy a new article of clothing and realize you have nowhere—and nothing on which—you can hang it. At Marshalls or T.J. Maxx, you can find a wide range of aesthetically pleasing—and better for your fabric—velvet hangers at low prices, per The Budget Babe. A better product for less? Sign us up!
Notebooks
For all those addicted to office supplies and elegant stationery, we implore you: get your notebooks at a discount retailer. Not only will you have a cute selection to choose from, but the prices will surprise you.
What Shouldn’t You Buy at Discount Stores?
Heavy-Duty Furniture
For avid fans of HomeGoods, TJX’s home-themed outpost, this one might upset you. But experts caution not to buy heavy-duty furniture like nightstands or dressers from T.J. Maxx and Marshalls. Some products may end up at the store because of reduced quality, like failed inspections, according to USA Today’s Reviewed.
Kitchen Supplies
The kitchen section at these stores is usually extensive and full of all the objects your kitchen lacks. Beware the cheap price tags: while you don’t need to buy the absolute best whisk, you probably don’t want to buy the absolute worst one. And since you’ll be using these tools almost every day, it may make more sense to invest.
Yoga Mats
Yes, there may be a section full of charming yoga mats, but don’t get tempted. Much like kitchen supplies, if you are a card-carrying yoga practitioner, you’ll be using your yoga mat most weeks—most days, even. Based on USA Today’s Reviewed, T.J. Maxx’s yoga mats simply won’t last and are too flimsy for a regular yoga practice.
Bed Sheets
Although towels are a good buy from discount retailers, that other popular linen — you know, bed sheets — may not be. If you want sheets with natural fibers like cotton and linen, you won’t find them easily at T.J. Maxx, according to Business Insider. While the name-brand sheets may cost less and look good on the shelf, they won’t have the longevity you need.
Swimwear
The problem with discount retailers like T.J. Maxx and Ross is that the merchandise always looks good. But that doesn’t mean it can go the distance. As The List explains, a bathing suit needs to be made of durable material to tough it out in the sun and the sand. You may want to shell out full price for that.
Beauty Products
The beauty section at discount retailers can be so tempting—how do they have the entire MAC special edition palette or Lancome mascara? But there’s so much we don’t know about who has handled the products and where they have come from. As USA Today’s Reviewed says, previous customers may have already used the products as a sample. Do you want to be slicking on lipstick every day that’s already been worn by someone else?
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