Gavin Rossdale Fondly Recalls Having Britney Spears as a Neighbor: "How Could You Forget That?"

Gavin Rossdale revealed that he used to be next-door neighbors with Britney Spears.

The Gist

• He spoke fondly of the pop star in a new interview on Tuesday, April 7.

• At the time, Rossdale was married to Gwen Stefani.

Gavin Rossdaleis sharing what it's really like to be neighbors withBritney Spears. In an interview with SiriusXM's"Page Six Radio"on Tuesday, theBush frontmandished on his "amazing" day with the pop star.

Rossdale was asked about an old interview where Spears recalled swimming with the musician.

“Of course, how could you forget that?” Rossdale shared. “We were neighbors and so she came around when the kids were small and she was a real character and I got on really well with her.”

“She was lovely. She was amazing,” Rossdale added. “She’s a great swimmer.”

At the time, Rossdale was married to Gwen Stefani, though they divorced in 2016. They share three children, who are around the same age as Spears's sons, Sean and Jaden. The "Lucky" hitmaker welcomed her boys with Kevin Federline, her husband from 2004 to 2007.

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Last month, Rossdale discussed co-parenting with his ex-wife.

"It is an interesting kind of [relationship]. It’s a two-lane highway, you know, but they don’t ever seem to merge, which is fine," the guitarist toldFox News Digitalin March. “[She’s] probably doing zthe best she can, and I’m doing the best I can. And the kids are growing up, so I’m a proud proponent of the system. It’s fine.”

Rossdale and Stefani have three sons: 19-year-old Kingston, 17-year-old Zuma, and 12-year-old Apollo.

“I think that if you’ve got kids that are unlikable, they’ve got a tough life ahead," Rossdale added. "Life is hard enough without being a jerk, without being kind of aware of other people, mindful of other people, considerate of other people, empathetic.”

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Gavin Rossdale Fondly Recalls Having Britney Spears as a Neighbor: "How Could You Forget That?"

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Taylor Swift’s Label, UMG, Receives $64B Bid From Bill Ackman

BillAckman‘shedge fund has made a bold move, proposing a $64 billion merger deal withUniversal Music Group (UMG), the world’s largest music label. The merger would unite UMG’s impressive roster of artists, includingTaylor Swift, Billie Eilish, and Kendrick Lamar, with Pershing Square’s investment expertise.

Billionaire Bill Ackman bids for Taylor Swift’s label, UMG

Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital Management is making waves with a $64 billion proposal to merge with UMG. The deal values UMG at around $35 per share, a 78% premium to its last closing price, and would see the company listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

The proposed merger would involve Pershing Square’s SPARC Holdings uniting with UMG, with its shareholders receiving $10.85 billion in cash and 0.77 shares in the new company for every share held. Michael Ovitz, former Disney president, would join as board chair, and Lucian Grainge would remain UMG’s CEO.

Interestingly, UMG shares jumped 11% on the news of Bill Ackman’s $64 billion takeover proposal, reflecting the market’s enthusiasm for the deal. Additionally, Vivendi and Bolloré also rose 11% and 6.3% respectively, on news of the proposal.

For those unaware, UMG was spun off from Vivendi SE in 2021. It debuted on Euronext Amsterdam with a $53.18 billion valuation.

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As reported on Bloomberg News, UMG’s stock remains below Bill Ackman’s proposed buyout price despite the initial surge, raising doubts about the deal’s feasibility. Getting key shareholders like Vincent Bolloré on board is crucial, as he holds over 18% of the company.

However, analysts aren’t optimistic about the proposal’s chances. Without Bolloré’s support, Ackman’s “proposal looks very much dead from the start,” says Nicolas Marmurek, an analyst at Square Global.

Meanwhile, Bill Ackman claims he has already spoken with Bolloré. He said that the proposal has “intrigued” the media mogul, but it’s unclear if he’ll back it. Ackman also thinks UMG’s stock remains undervalued due to non-music-related issues that the deal could fix.

As of now, UMG and Bolloré have not responded to comment requests. Vivendi, on the other hand, has declined to comment.

Originally reported by Sibanee Gogoi onMandatory.

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Audrey Hepburn’s Former LA Mansion Sells for $9.4 Million

The only thing better than breakfast atTiffany’s? Breakfast at Audrey Hepburn’s former Brentwood rental home—which hit the market last summer for the first time in 34 years. The price? $10.9 million. Now, a buyer (and presumably a fan of thesilver screen legend) purchased the Los Angeles hideaway for $9.4 million, a nearly 14 percent discount. Jennifer Montague and the Larson Burmester Group of Sotheby’s International Realty handled the sale.

The house was first owned by Mildred and Edwin Knopf, relatives of Alfred Knopf who owned the renownedpublishing house, in the early 1950s. That was before British actress Deborah Kerr and her husband, Peter Viertel, snagged it.Hepburnleased the house twice from Kerr while she was abroad shooting films. According to several Sotheby’s International Realty listing agents, Hepburn was there in the spring of 1950, during a screen test ofQuo Vadis(Hepburn was considered for the part of Lygia, but the role, in fact, went to Kerr), and again while preppingThe Children’s Hourthe next year (Hepburn played Karen Wright).

The 31,163-square-foot estate, tucked behind gates on one of Brentwood’s most coveted streets, still exudes the understated elegance Hepburn was known for. Manicured rose gardens frame the property, while a covered lanai—outfitted with a fireplace, built-in ceiling heaters, and views of the expansive front lawn—feels tailor-made for early mornings with croissants and coffee.

But it’s the house itself, built in 1939 by an unknown builder, that warrants such a hefty price tag. The 6,099-square-foot Georgian-style gem features five bedrooms, six-and-a-half baths, and a look that marries old-Hollywood grace with updated modernity. There's hand-painted Gracie wallpaper in the dining room, a conservatory fit for cocktail hour, and a chef’s kitchen with sun-soaked garden views.

Kitchen

The kitchen is a maximalist haven, with arched ceilings original to the house.

Living Room

The living room features a gorgeous fireplace and plentiful natural light.

Primary Bedroom

The upstairs primary suite boasts dual spa-like bathrooms, massive walk-in closets, and a balcony.

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Primary Bathroom

The primary bathroom is almost as large as most New York bedrooms.

Backyard Porch

A covered porch features a fireplace, built-in ceiling heaters, and views of the expansive front lawn.

Backyard

To the side of the porch, there's a small putting green.

Backyard

A modernized pool graces the house's backyard.

The upstairs primary suite is practically a home in itself, with dual spa-like bathrooms, massive walk-in closets, and a balcony that overlooks the estate’s verdant-green front lawn. Downstairs, there’s a family room and a guest suite perfect for your live-in help—or your very lucky in-laws. Oh, and did we mention the swimming pool and a small putting green in the backyard?

Sure, Tiffany’s has diamonds. But this house has Hepburn, history, and a front lawn fit for a film still.

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Watch the Artemis II crew reenact the “Full House” opening credits: 'We are cracking up up here'

The Artemis II crew was apparently nostalgic for Earth on Sunday, as they did their own version of the opening credits of '80s TV comedyFull House.

They looked at paperwork only to look up and smile right on time, gave the camera a smile or a wave, even shared a laugh with others, with their name underneath, just like TV audiences of yesterday were used to seeing in a video shared by the official account of NASA. There was even a cameo by Rise, the zero-gravity indicator.

But in case anyone was confused, Commander Reid Wiseman explained.

"We were doing scenes from bad '80s sitcoms when they introduce the cast of characters," he said. "So that’s why we all did those, and we are cracking up up here.”

The video was given a cheeky caption.

"Everywhere you look, everywhere you go—there’s the Artemis II crew," it read. "These four astronauts are currently on their way to fly around the Moon in NASA's Orion capsule, which is roughly comparable to two minivans. You could say it's a full house!"

After all, commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, mission specialist Christina Koch, and mission specialist Jeremy Hansen from the Canadian Space Agency wanted to have some fun during their very serious mission of flying around the moon. Sunday marked the astronauts' fifth day of 10 total they are expected to spend on their journey.

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The originalFull Houseaired for eight seasons, from 1987 to 1995. The ABC sitcom, a cornerstone of its TGIF lineup, which also included shows such asFamily Matters,Step by Step, andBoy Meets World. Sequel seriesFuller House, which starred the grown-up Tanner women, ran for five seasons, from 2016 to 2020.

Starring the late Bob Saget, as well as Dave Coulier, John Stamos, Candace Cameron Bure, Jodie Sweetin, and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, the comedy depicted a non-traditional family living under one roof.

Stamos, for one, appeared amused to have been included.

"Honestly?" hewrotein a repost. "If aliens make contact now, they're gonna think our entire civilization is just hugs, life lessons, and Uncle Jesse fixing everything in 22 minutes."

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Official versions of the opening credit sequence featured Bure's D.J. Tanner talking on a landline, Sweetin's Stephanie dancing, and the family gathering at the kitchen table and at the park near their San Francisco home.

Officially titled "Everywhere You Look," the very catchy tune was co-written by Jesse Frederick and Bennett Salvay. The musicians also came up with the tracks for other sitcoms of the era, too, includingFamily MattersandPerfect Strangers, another TGIF title.

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No Swift-Kelce wedding at Ocean House, wedding planner shuts down rumor

A celebrity wedding planner is shutting down one of the most persistent rumors surroundingTaylor Swiftand Travis Kelce.

Amid online speculation that the couple planned to marry on June 13 at the Ocean House inWatch Hill, luxury event designerTara Guérardsaid the claims are false.

On April 4, theWedding Chicks postedon Instagram linking the couple to the coastal venue, writing, "Taylor Swift’s alleged wedding date has the bridal internet in full detective mode. From rumored Rhode Island whispers to possible bridesmaids and wedding aesthetic predictions… if true, this may be the celebrity wedding mood board of the decade."

Guérard, who is scheduled to oversee a wedding at the Ocean House that day, commented: "I am the wedding planner for June 13th at the Ocean House in Rhode Island! Sorry to let you all know, Taylor is not my bride this weekend! Boo!"

The rumors stemmed from the venue's proximity to Swift’s Rhode Island home and the date’s significance, as 13 is her favorite number.

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More:Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged. Here's everything we know.

Proposing in a secret garden

Since Kelce popped the question, the couple's eventual wedding has been one of the most closely watched events in pop culture. The proposal took place in a flower-filled setting, the couple revealed in a jointInstagram postshared Aug. 26. The five-photo carousel includes images of the Kansas City Chiefs tight end on one knee, a close-up of Swift’s old mine brilliant-cut diamond ring, and a picture of the couple embracing.

The paircaptioned the post, "Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married."

The engagement marks a new milestone in the couple's high-profile relationship, which began in 2023 shortly after Kelce attended Swift's Eras Tour stop in Kansas City.

The two went public later that year when Swift attended a Kansas City Chiefs game. No official wedding date or location has been announced.

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