The nominees for the 2026 American Music Awards were announced yesterday, and Taylor Swift leads with eight.  She’s currently the most-awarded artist in AMA history with 40 wins. Morgan Wallen and Ella Langley are the most nominated country artists at the American Music Awards.  Morgan has seven and Ella has five.   The show airs May 25th on CBS and Queen Latifah is the host. For this award show, the fans decide the winners.  Voting is currently open. (You can see all the nominees here.)

News Nation says Taylor Sheridan’s new show “The Madison” has been renewed for a third season. The second season has already been filmed

WDIV says former Bachelorette and Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Taylor Frankie Paul  will not be charged in a pair of February fights with her ex-partner. Prosecutors said the incidents did not rise to criminal offenses and the rest lacked enough evidence to file charges.

The Wrap says Bradley Cooper will write, direct, produce and star in the Ocean’s 11 prequel led by Margot Robbie. The film follows the parents of Danny Ocean and is set for a June 25, 2027 release.

Dr. Sandra Lee . . . AKA, Dr. Pimple Popper . . . suffered a stroke last November while filming the upcoming season of her show, “Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out”.  Initially she thought she was just having a hot flash.  But after filming, she experienced shooting pain in one leg, and by morning she had a tough time speaking and using the left side of her body.  After a visit to the ER, an MRI confirmed that Dr. Lee suffered an ischemic stroke, which is when there’s a blockage in the blood vessels in the brain. Dr. Pimple says her blood pressure and cholesterol weren’t under control, and she was under a lot of stress.  She’s 55.  After the stroke, she had to pause filming for two months to regain her balance and motor skills. The new season of “Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out” premieres April 20th on Lifetime.

Riley Green is releasing a new song on Friday called “My Way”.  It’s featured in a new clip teasing his Yellowstone spin-off ‘’Marshals’’  debuting this Sunday. Green will portray a Navy SEAL with a troubled past who stops by Kayce’s ranch. (You can hear a longer preview of “My Way” here.)

Titanic Gold Watch Could Fetch $135,000 At Auction: The BBC says a Titanic hero’s gold pocket watch could fetch $135,000 when it is auctioned off. The timepiece was awarded to engineer John Richardson for helping save more than 700 passengers. Richardson’s watch stayed in his family for almost a century before it was offered for sale. It goes under the hammer in England later this month.

We now know . . . or we SUPPOSEDLY know . . . where and when Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married. PageSix.com says that the save-the-dates have gone out, and the wedding is going down July 3rd in New York City.  There’s no word on the actual venue, though. Up to now, rumors had placed the ceremony in Rhode Island, where Taylor owns a huge estate next door to a hotel.  But a source says they wanted a larger venue that could accommodate more people. Other celebrities who’ve tied the knot in New York include Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Hailey and Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey and Tommy Mottola, Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick, and Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas.

Jelly Roll’s wife, Bunnie XO, tells Playboy magazine that people should not date or marry for looks. “Looks are not everything. I’ve never dated a man for their looks. I’ve always dated a man for how he made me feel. If a woman is only dating you for your looks, you need to find another woman because looks fade, especially when you get older. If you’re going to grow old with somebody, not everybody’s going to be hot when they’re old.”

Ella Langley tells Fox News that a terrifying Alabama church haunted-house experience led to her getting saved again. “It’s like they do it around Halloween; it’s like a haunted house for Christians, I guess, very scary; I remember our youth group took us; you get in there, and it’s like this car crash scene, and it’s pretty much like convincing you that you could die the second you walk out of here, so you better settle up; you better get saved.”

The Daily Mail says Keith Urban is allegedly heading back to the studio to work on a revenge album. A source tells the newspaper, ‘Move over Taylor Swift and Lily Allen, Keith’s been charting his emotional journey since his breakup with Nicole through songwriting and it turns out he has a lot to say. Nicole’s freaking out. Even though Keith’s limited with what he can and can’t say under the terms of the divorce, she was never able to make stipulations about his music. It’s the only outlet he has to express himself and she’s right to be worried.’

The National Enquirer says Keith Urban is watching from the sidelines as Nicole Kidman steps into the spotlight. Kidman has allegedly invested in her looks since their break-up. She may have had a laser procedure to smooth and tighten her skin. A source says, “Nicole’s been having a real moment … and it hasn’t gone unnoticed by Keith.’’

Jordan Davis tells CountryNow.com that he worries that he’s not doing enough as a father. “You know, I think that you’re always kind of in the thought of, ‘Am I doing enough? Am I here enough? Am I being a good dad? That can keep you up at night and make you lose some sleep.”

Chris Janson tells People magazine that many people are surprised when he tells them he’s a fan of heavy metal music. “I love old school country, but most people don’t know I’m a fan of punk rock and heavy, heavy metal. A lot of people are surprised when they find out I’m a Pantera fan.”

The Daily Mail says Taylor Swift’s wedding dress is allegedly inspired by one of Elizabeth Taylor’s gowns. The dress is old fashioned and fitted at the waist with lace details. A source says, “Taylor spent so much time looking at old photos of Elizabeth Taylor when she was making her music video for that song that she became enamored with the movie queen’s style. So when she started thinking about her wedding dress, she looked up Elizabeth’s old gowns online. Taylor said she liked how it was old fashioned and came in at the waistline, plus the lace detailing. She loves Elizabeth’s jewels so she may just wear one of her pieces, something on the smaller side for when she walks down the aisle, but she would need to ask Taylor’s estate.”

OK! magazine says Jennifer Aniston and wellness guru Jim Curtis  are allegedly planning a simple beach wedding. They want a Malibu ceremony that is small and intimate. She wants the day to be about them. A source tells the magazine, “Those that know Jim say he’s very deep and meaningful. So expect the ceremony to be emotional and intimate. And happening really soon. Jim is the dream guy. He’s what every girl would wish for – he’s very spiritual, but very kind. He’s really loving and supportive. And crucially, he doesn’t want the fame. That was always really important for Jennifer, to have someone that wanted her for her.”

Page Six says Meghan Markle landed in Melbourne, Australia for a four-day tour with Prince Harry. She served lunch at a homeless shelter while wearing a Cartier Tank Française watch  worth $26,200. It is believed to have been passed on from Princess Diana. She also wore a Cartier Love bracelet and Real Fine Studio earrings

Gossip Cop says Rosie O’Donnell is denying rumors she is joining ‘’Dancing With The Stars.’’ The rumors started after someone posted a picture of Rosie with a perm while wearing a sparkly green dress. The picture was captioned with: “Rosie O’Donnell, 63, makes Dancing with the Stars debut. She returns to the US in an epic comeback.” Rosie posted,  “This made me laugh. Reminds me to never get a perm!!!! Completely untrue but funny.”

Cinemablend says Ryan Reynolds played a birthday prank on his business partner Rob McElhenney. Reynolds posted a urinal plaque on a toilet. The joke is a nod to 2022, when Reynolds first unveiled a urinal plaque for Robert

RadarOnline.com says Kris Jenner’s $300,000 facelift allegedly may be slipping. A source says, “Kris Jenner’s facelift is already slipping. She is not happy with the results and is desperate to get a revision – she feels it has not held the way she expected. Kris is mad as hell that Denise Richards and Lori Loughlin both look so good, and she feels hers is already fading in comparison.”

TMZ says the famous Los Angeles mansion belonging to the late Richard Simmons is back on the market for $5.8 million. The fitness guru lived on the property for four decades before his untimely death. It contains four bedrooms and is situated on a half-acre. Realtor Rachelle Rosten says, “Originally celebrated for its connection to former owner Richard Simmons and the private sanctuary he created, the property is now being reintroduced as a compelling canvas for transformation. Set high above the Sunset Strip with sweeping panoramic views, this iconic estate presents a rare opportunity to reimagine and build something truly remarkable in one of Los Angeles’ most coveted enclaves.”

Naughty But Nice says Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are allegedly ready to spend millions to have a baby. A source tells the magazine, “This isn’t just talk. They are actively looking at every possible path to make this happen. They can afford the best doctors in the world. Private labs, experimental treatments — you name it. She’s determined. If there’s a way, they’ll find it. They’re speaking to specialists, funding research, and looking at options most people don’t even know exist. This is emotional. They want to build something together — a family that’s theirs. For Jeff and Lauren, this is the next chapter. And they’re not letting anything stop them.”