Prince Edward and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh Share Rare New Portrait Ahead of Overseas Visit

A new portrait of Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie was released ahead of their upcoming visit to Portugal

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• The couple’s trip will celebrate the U.K. and Portugal’s 640-year-old Treaty of Windsor

• The portrait was taken by Millie Pilkington, a photographer who has worked with the royal family multiple times

Prince EdwardandDuchess Sophieare stepping into the spotlight with a newly released portrait that has royal fans excited.

The striking new image of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh was shared ahead of the couple’s upcoming visit to Portugal, where they are set to celebrate the longstanding relationship between the U.K. and Portugal, the British Embassy Lisbon said in a social mediaposton Thursday, May 21.

The trip will also include celebrating the 640th anniversary of the Treaty of Windsor, the social media post said.

“From Lisbon to Porto, Their Royal Highnesses will meet students and community organisations, visit historic sites, and showcase shared priorities including youth opportunity, sport inclusion, and Women, Peace and Security,” the post continued.

Ahead of the three-day trip that is scheduled to begin on Monday, June 1, the portrait shows Sophie leaning against Edward as the couple smiles softly for the camera.

The new photo was taken by a photographer, Millie Pilkington, who has worked with the Royal Family on several occasions.

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Their new portrait comes after the couple was seen in a rare group portrait to honor what would have beenQueen ElizabethII's 100th birthday.

At the center of the image stoodKing Charles, 77, alongside 78-year-old wifeQueen Camilla.

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Also featured werePrince WilliamandPrincess Kate, with William standing as the only one of Queen Elizabeth’s eight grandchildren currently serving as a full-time working royal. Charles’ siblings,Princess Anneand Edward, appeared in the portrait as well, joined by Sophie.

Former Prince Andrewwas absent from the lineup as he was stripped of his royal duties in 2019 amid controversy surrounding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

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Phil Collins gives rare update on his health struggles, reveals if he'll ever tour or release new music again

Phil Collins has given a rare update on his debilitating health struggles, which have left him unable to play the drums.

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• The British musician — who'll be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in November — revealed if he plans to release new music or ever tour again.

• In January, Collins said he has a 24-hour live-in nurse to help him manage his medications after years of health setbacks.

Phil Collinshas struggled with debilitating health issues in recent years, but his days of performing may not be over.

The legendary singer and drummer offered a rare update on his physical condition this week, specifically addressing how it has affected his plans to release new music and tour again.

Though he'll be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for his solo work in a ceremony this November, Collins won't be celebrating the honor with a set of his greatest hits. "They asked me if I would perform," he said in aninterview with the U.K.’sBBC Breakfaston Friday. "And I said no. You've gotta be match fit to do something like that. You can't just go on stage. You're gonna have to rehearse, and then by that point, if you've not been singing your voice is gonna be shot, and then that's not gonna be good. So I'd rather not do it."

Collins hasn't played live since hisGrammy-winning prog-rock band, Genesis, wrapped their Last Domino Tour in March 2022. This past January, he revealed thathe has a live-in nurse to assist with his medications and is under 24-hour care, partly due to complications from a 2007 spinal injury that caused lasting nerve damage, leaving him unable to play the drums (his son Nic filled in for him during the Genesis tour while he handled vocals). He also said he'd undergone five surgeries on his knee, making it difficult for him to walk, and that he'd gotten sober after he'd developed kidney problems because of his heavy drinking.

If the British musician hasn't recovered enough to perform at the Rock Hall ceremony, Collins hasn't totally ruled out returning to the stage one day. "I can't really see it happening,” he toldBBC Breakfast, "but I'm healthier now than I have been for quite a while."

Upon further reflection, Collins was more optimistic. "Whether or not I would go out again… I would contemplate, yeah," he said. "I mean, I'm constantly saying to myself, 'I've got to go back down into my studio at home.'"

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A new album would mark Collins' first release of original music since his 2002 record,Testify. While he has nothing concrete on the horizon, he does have some material brewing. "I've got lots of lyrical ideas that I write down, and there are things that are half-formed and a couple of things that are finished," he said. "So, you know, there's things that I can get my teeth into to start working on."

While he has kept a low profile since wrapping the Genesis tour, Collinsmade a rare public appearancein London last weekend. His ex-wife Jill Collinsshared a photo on Instagram of themwithRod Stewartand his wife, Penny Lancaster, at Buckingham Palace as they celebrated the 50th anniversary of the youth charity The King's Trust.

In an interview earlier this month, Collins said he was surprised to learn he'd beeninducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, especially considering Genesis had already been inducted in 2010. "I've always followed up after [Genesis was inducted] — the results of who got in and who didn't," he told host Eddie Trunk on the SiriusXM showTrunk Nation. "But I'd kind of thought that that was it for me. I didn't expect it. And I'm very, very flattered and pleased that I was thought of… It’s very nice to be there."

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Collins — along with Oasis, Sade, Joy Division/New Order, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan — will officially be inducted into the Rock Hall on Nov. 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Fans can watch the telecast of the ceremony in December on ABC and Disney+.

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Lupita Nyong'o responds to racist criticism of her being cast as Helen of Troy in “The Odyssey”

Actress Lupita Nyong'o will portray Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's upcoming retelling of The Odyssey.

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• She has faced racist criticism from Elon Musk and others.

• The Oscar-winning actress explained that "you can't perform beauty."

Lupita Nyong'ohas responded to the racist criticism about her being cast in the iconic role of Helen of Troy in directorChristopher Nolan's upcoming version ofThe Odyssey.

And her take is quite simple: "This is a mythological story," she said in an interview published Thursday onElle.

"I'm very supportive of Chris's intention with it and with the version of this story that he is telling. Our cast is representative of the world," she said. "I'm not spending my time thinking of a defense. The criticism will exist whether I engage with it or not."

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In just one example, Tesla co-founderElon Muskcommented on and shared opinions that Nyong'o shouldn't be part of the cast. He even claimed on social media that Nolan did it because he "wants the awards."

Musk also said the director had "lost his integrity."

The hosts ofThe Viewthenhit back. "I don't know if you realize this," Whoopi Goldberg said, "Lupita is also considered one of the world's most beautiful women. So, I'm not sure what you're trying to say. You don't actually have to go to the movie."

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In the new interview, the Oscar winner explained her philosophy on playing the character described as the most beautiful woman in Greece in the tale adapted from Homer's ancient Greek poem.

"You can't perform beauty. I want to know who a character is," Nyong'o said. "What is beyond beauty? What is beyond looks? That's the thing about doing such a well-known text, which has been studied and interpreted and derived from. The research could be endless. The good thing about working with a writer like Chris is that it's on the page. The investigation starts with the pages you're given. That's what I based it on."

Nolan, the director of epic stories such asOppenheimer,Inception, andInterstellar, has put Nyong'o in good company, with a cast that also includes Matt Damon; Anne Hathaway; Tom Holland; Zendaya; Robert Pattinson; Charlize Theron; and Elliot Page.

That wasn't lost on Nyong'o, whose own credits include12 Years a Slave(for which she won her Oscar),Us,Black Panther, andStar Warsfilms.

"It's quite something to be a part ofThe Odyssey, because it is so grand. It spans worlds," the actress said. "So that's why the cast is what it is. We're occupying the epic narrative of our time."

The Odysseyarrives in theaters July 17.

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What to Know About Late NASCAR Driver Kyle Busch's 2 Kids

Kyle Busch and his wife, Samantha Busch, welcomed two kids: son Brexton and daughter Lennix

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• Brexton was born in May 2015 and Lennix was welcomed in May 2022 via surrogate

• The NASCAR driver, whose death was announced on May 21, often shared photos of his family life

Kyle Buschwas not just a legendary NASCAR driver — he was also a proud dad.

The two-time NASCAR champion, whose death was announced on May 21, became a dad in May 2015 when he and his wife,Samantha Busch, welcomed their son Brexton. Years later, they became afamily of fourwhen Kyle and Samantha welcomed daughter Lennix via surrogate in May 2022.

On May 21, NASCAR announced his death just hours after Kyle's family said he was hospitalized for a "severe illness."

"On behalf of the Busch family, everyone at Richard Childress Racing and all of NASCAR, we are devastated to announce the sudden and tragic passing of Kyle Busch," the jointstatementfrom NASCAR, the Busch family and Richard Childress Racing read.

The news came just a few days after Kyle celebrated Brexton's 11th birthday onInstagram, writing, "Your mom & I are so proud of who you’re turning out to be!"

Here's everything to know about Kyle Busch's kids.

Brexton, 11

Kyle and Samantha's son Brexton was born on May 18, 2015.

Brexton has followed in his father's footsteps as a young race car driver. In October 2023, the proud parents shared a jointInstagrampost congratulating their son after a race at Millbridge Speedway.

"Congrats Brexton we are so proud of you!" they wrote. "For being so young you put in so much effort watching film, testing, asking questions, siming and it’s paid off! We love to watch you accomplish your dreams!"

More recently, Samantha celebrated Brexton's 11th birthday with anotherInstagrampost, in which she described him as a "driven, funny, kind-hearted little man."

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Kyle's Instagram post also touched on his racing skills. "You’re the best kid on & off the track, you amaze us every day. Keep doing what you’re doing and there is no limit to what you’ll accomplish! Love you buddy!" he wrote.

Lennix, 4

Lennix was born via surrogate on May 10, 2022. Kyle and Samantha had previously gone through a journey with infertility, including an unsuccessfulpregnancy attempt via embryo transfer, as well as a miscarriage.

The couple announced her arrival in a jointInstagrampost, writing, "We’re beyond overjoyed that God has blessed us with our beautiful girl."

"Our tiny little peanut has a head full of crazy hair and a big brother waiting at home who can’t wait to meet her!!!" the caption continued. "Thank you everyone who has followed our journey and prayed along side of us."

As she's grown older, Lennix has followed after her mom in some ways. In April 2026, Samantha shared anInstagramphoto of her and Lennix in Mexico wearing matching bikinis, writing that she is raising her "mini twin."

"Matching swimsuits today… matching personalities way too soon 😅," she wrote of Lennix. "My mom keeps telling me from her crazy hair to her sass she’s me all over again! I’m hoping she meant that as a compliment 😂💕."

On May 10, Samantha shared a birthday tribute to Lennix onInstagramand called her the "little miracle God gave us."

Lennix also had a sweet bond with her dad, as Samantha shared anInstagram videoof the father-daughter duo dancing together together in their home in February 2026 after she asked Kyle a special question.

"My daughter came upstairs with my late grandmother's ring and asked her daddy to marry her," text over the video read. "He said, 'Yes, now we need a first dance.' "

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Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Donald Jr., reveals cancer diagnosis

Vanessa Trump, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr.,revealed on Instagramthat she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

"While this isn't news anyone expects, I'm working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan," Trump, 48, posted.

She said that she had "a procedure earlier this week" and thanked her doctors.

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"I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me," Trump said.

She also thanked her followers for their kindess and support, while asking for privacy as she focuses on her recovery.

Vanessa Trump and Donald Trump Jr. had five children together. They were married in 2005 and divorced in 2018. She has been dating pro golfer Tiger Woods.

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