‘View’ hosts criticize environmental activists for defacing Monet painting: ‘Respect the sanctity of art’

ABC’s “The View” hosts vehemently criticized climate activists who attempted to vandalize a Monet painting in Sweden. The co-hosts, including Joy Behar, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Whoopi Goldberg, condemned the protestors for ruining everyone’s experience, even those who share their concern for the climate. They deemed the climate stunt “annoying” and “counterproductive.” During a discussion …

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Creating a Post-MeToo Brand: Playboy’s Departure from Hugh Hefner

Editor’s Note: The following content reflects the personal opinions of the authors. CNN is proud to feature the work of The Conversation, a collaboration between journalists and academics that aims to offer news analysis and commentary. The content is created exclusively by The Conversation. The Conversation — Hugh Hefner introduced Playboy Magazine to the world …

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A Surprise Concert by Kelly Clarkson Entertains LA Shoppers with Serenading Tunes

Kelly Clarkson, the renowned American singer and former American Idol winner, surprised LA residents at the Platform shopping center on Thursday with a spontaneous concert to promote her upcoming album “Chemistry.” The video of her performances inside a coffee shop, salad bar, and bakery went viral, featuring Clarkson’s powerful voice and backup singers. Patrons of …

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The Hidden Valley Ranch Sketch on ‘SNL’: Melissa McCarthy Discloses What She Drank

Actress Melissa McCarthy recently shared a surprising revelation about a famous 2011 “Saturday Night Live” sketch that had audiences in stitches. Instead of chugging Hidden Valley Ranch dressing as her character Linda in the sketch, McCarthy revealed to Entertainment Weekly’s “3 Rounds” host Alexis Wilson that she actually guzzled a probiotic drink called Kefir. She …

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A Romantic Tale of John Travolta and Kirstie Alley

CNN  —  Kirstie Alley and John Travolta were never romantically involved, but that wasn’t how she initially wanted it. Alley, who died Monday at the age of 71 after a brief illness, often talked of her feelings for Travolta, whom she called the “greatest love” of her life. The pair starred together “Look Who’s Talking” …

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