A few weeks ago, it was announced that a new “Air Bud” is in the works called “Air Bud Returns”.  Well, now the search is ON to find the new Air Bud . . . which sounds like the most ADORABLE casting call ever. Keeping with the legacy of the character, the search is for a purebred golden retriever only.  If you think your fur baby could be the next star, you can submit an application online. Even if your goldie isn’t chosen, you are still eligible to win prizes like Air Bud jerseys, signed movie merch, or a trip to premiere in Los Angeles. “Air Bud Returns” is expected to hit theaters next summer. (Interesting Fact:  The original Buddy was a dog named Buddy who was trained to play basketball.  He was on “America’s Funniest Home Videos” and “Letterman” even before the movie.)

If you heard that a NASCAR driver broke his collarbone, you’d assume that it happened during a crash . . . not while CELEBRATING a win. But NASCAR driver Connor Zilisch won a race on Saturday, but slipped and fell while CELEBRATING the win, and broke his collarbone. Here’s video of Connor’s fall.  It’s not easy to watch.  Connor made an appearance at the track yesterday, and was feeling good enough to talk about it.  He isn’t sure yet when he’ll be cleared to race again.

Amy Schumer is taking recovery and comedy in stride after undergoing spinal surgery on Friday for an old surfing injury!  Amy also overheard someone at the hospital say ‘pickleball keeps this place in business.’ So if you’re swinging paddles out there—consider this your public service warning!

Morgan Wallen just tied Elton John for 39 nonconsecutive weeks at the #1 spot on the Billboard Album 200 chart.  The Beatles still hold the record for most weeks with 132, followed by Taylor Swift with 86, and Elvis Presley with 67.

Did you know Morgan Wallen had a sister and she’s a good singer, too? Morgan Wallen’s sister, Mikaela Wallen, just posted a video of her singing the Animals’ song “House of the Rising Sun” . . . and she sounds great.  One fan said in the comments, “You should be on tour with your brother and dropping an album.” (You can check out Mikaela singing, here.)

People magazine says Cole Swindell and his wife Courtney have welcomed their first baby. Rainey Gail Swindell was born on August 7th.  The couple shared the news on Instagram.  Courtney calls Rainey their “greatest blessing”

Kathy Griffin got her third facelift. 

Jim Lovell, the commander of the Apollo 13, passed away at age 97.  Check out Tom Hanks’ tribute to him.  He played Lovell in “Apollo 13”. 

Luke Combs is a man of his word.  The other day he said he was thinking about letting his fans choose the songs that would go on his next album.  Well, he just uploaded 14 brand-new demos on Instagram, under the handle “lcombs77”. (You can check out Luke’s “secret” Instagram and all 14 demos, here.)

TMZ says the state of Florida will not perform an autopsy on Hulk Hogan. Brooke Hogan questioned her father’s death and offered to pay for a private autopsy. Hulk’s wife, Sky, will ultimately decide on an autopsy. The Clearwater Police confirmed no foul play in Hogan’s passing.

Tinsel Town Talk –Mon 08/11/2025