Not to be the Paul Revere of country music news, but something big is definitely coming. Yesterday, Eric Church, Morgan Wallen, Hardy, and Tim McGraw all posted cryptic images on Instagram. They all posted a photo with different names of men in the “McArthur” family, along with birth and death dates. Fans are now in full detective mode. Eric’s said: “Junior McArthur born September 2nd, 1945, died April 4th, 1967.” Hardy’s said: “Jones McArthur born June 5th, 1968, died January 5th, 2025.” Tim’s said: “John McArthur born November 2nd, 1920, died November 22nd, 1963.” And Morgan posted to his story, “Hunter McArthur May 13th, 1993.” Fans were quick to notice that Tim’s character dies the same day as JFK. Does that mean anything? And Morgan’s the only one still alive? Plus, the date Morgan used is his birthday in real life, too. Basically, what is going on? Most people are guessing that they’re dropping a new song soon.
Naughty But Nice says Chris Pratt is allegedly facing a career crisis because of his new movie ‘’Mercy’s’’ disappointing box office. A source says, “Chris genuinely didn’t see this coming. He believed his name alone could open a movie. Now? He’s spiraling. The franchises protected him. Without them, he’s exposed. The everyman charm may be gone. This is the first time Chris feels… replaceable. And it’s terrifying.”
The Star says Travis Kelce must prove himself if he wants an entertainment career after football. A source tells the magazine, “No matter how high his profile is, nobody is just going to hand him anything. Nobody is getting on TV or into action movies unless they really want it and can prove they can handle that kind of responsibility. To branch out, Travis has to show that he can do more than a goofy appearance in Happy Gilmore 2. If he really wants this second career, he’s going to have to dance for it like everyone else!”
The Globe says Billy Bob Thornton is basking in the success of “Landman.” A source reveals, “He’s got his swagger on and is really loving playing the role of the big boss — on screen and off! He’s being treated like a king because everybody knows if they lose him there will be no show at all. Execs don’t want another Kevin Costner/Yellowstone situation where they piss off the star and lose the show in the process. That’s why they’re rolling out the red carpet and Billy Bob’s happy to dance on it! Paramount and the producers know that if Billy goes, so do the viewers — and so do his costars. So they’re willing to do whatever it takes to keep him happy.”
The News-Journal says Kurt Russell has been named the honorary pace car driver for the 2026 Daytona 500. Russell expressed his excitement for the role, stating he can’t wait to get behind the wheel. The Daytona 500 is scheduled for February 15th, with country music star Miranda Lambert set to perform the pre-race concert.
The Daily Mail says Justin Bieber was allegedly cited by the police for illegal parking in Aspen. Bieber was seen indulging in local snowboarding and preparing for his headlining performance at Coachella in April.
TMZ says Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have pulled their Beverly Hills mansion off the market after failing to sell it for over a year. The ex-couple had been playing a pricing game, cutting $16 million off the original selling price of $68 million. The home has 12 bedrooms and 24 bathrooms
TMZ says Sydney Sweeney recently climbed the Hollywood Sign. She adorned it with bras to promote her new lingerie line. The actress did not have permission to touch or climb the sign. She could be charged with trespassing and vandalism. The bras were eventually removed
The Globe says Timothée Chalamet allegedly refuses to star in Kylie Jenner’s reality series because he believes he’s above it. A source says, “Doing reality TV is a hard no for him. He thinks he’s above it. He’s more than happy to use this relationship for publicity when it suits him. Doing photo ops with Kylie for the movie’s premiere in matching outfits or making a big point to thank her during his Critics’ Choice Awards speech generates so much press for him and his movie — it’s all very strategic. He’s not willing to help promote their brand by taking part in the show or doing a ton of cheesy photo ops. And there’s no way he would ever do some TV wedding special like her sisters have done. Timmy’s terrified of getting swallowed up by the Kardashian curse. Everyone has seen what happens to men who get too close to that family. If Kylie wants to be with him, it’s going to be on his terms, and that means very little involvement with her family.”
RadarOnline.com says Kylie Jenner has allegedly been using hand signals to draw Timothee Chalamet’s attention to her body. An insider reveals she does this to keep him from looking at other women. “She knows other girls are throwing themselves at him and figures the best way of keeping his interest is to boost her bra size. It’s no secret she knows how to grab Timmy’s attention – and if she ropes in half the planet in the process, well, that’s just part of the family business.”
George Birge was doing a recent interview with CMT when he said he prioritizes family even while on the road. “When I’m away we FaceTime every day, and I try to chime in and check in on how they’re doing school-wise and sports-wise. Then any time I am home we just try to make the time so much more intentional.”
Morgan Wallen tells CountryNow.com that he’s taken up hunting. “I’ve taken up hunting so much I think. It’s nice to get outside for a while when I’m not out on the road.
Shaboozey tells CMT that despite his success, he still sees himself as a regular guy who came from a small town. “It’s cool to see people just really, you know, really get excited when they see me and see what we’re doing, because, to me, it’s just the same message and I’m a regular guy.”
ABC says Carrie Underwood won’t be touring in 2026. She is prioritizing family life in Nashville
Woman’s Day magazine says Nicole Kidman’s daughter, Sunday Rose, is allegedly planning to move to New York to escape rumors surrounding her dad, Keith Urban, and his alleged new girlfriend, Karley Scott Collins. A source says, “These rumours have upset everyone, but no one more than Sunday and Faith. Sunday’s particularly unhappy, and she’s counting the days until she’s fully independent – and moving to the Big Apple is just the start. He’s already been linked to a few women. It’s not just embarrassing for the girls, but they’re actually grossed out by it. That’s why they’ve been sticking like glue to their mum lately, and Nicole’s thriving because of it. Keith is worried the girls are pulling away from him due to the noise, but there’s nothing he can do. He’s unhappy about Sunday’s plan to live in New York, but he senses his opinion isn’t as relevant as it was before the divorce.”
Jelly Roll tells People magazine how he explains his face tattoos to young children. “I love telling kids my face tattoos are fake and just drawn on. I lean down and tell them “You won’t believe this, I only draw this on when I come see y’all so y’all are excited about it.””
