All articles tagged with #absence
After 92 days away, 84-year-old Mitch McConnell returned to Capitol Hill, participating in one vote but largely remaining out of view on camera, renewing questions about his health and ability to perform Senate duties.
Sara Haines returned to The View after revealing that her father-in-law died following a week in hospice, explaining that the family's loss contributed to her prior absence and praising her husband during the difficult time.
Whoopi Goldberg will be away from The View for two weeks to film a new project, and will still be on Monday episodes while former co-hosts Lisa Ling, Star Jones, Sherri Shepherd and Debbie Matenopoulos fill in on other days; Joy Behar will moderate Hot Topics during her absence. The project is the film Women Like Us, produced by Barack and Michelle Obama and starring Vivica A. Fox, Vanessa Williams and Jennifer Lewis. Goldberg has been on The View for nearly two decades and has previously taken leaves to pursue other roles.
The Senate is returning after a five-week recess, but McConnell has not announced when he will return after a June hospitalization for a fall and rehab at home; his office has offered no definite date, while supporters say his staff hopes he’ll be back when the Senate reconvenes, fueling a broader debate about transparency and health privacy in Congress.
The piece notes that Pete Hegseth, the former Fox host who joined the Trump administration as defense secretary, has not appeared on Fox News for almost a year, a conspicuous absence given Fox’s history of featuring Trump officials. MediaObservers from Media Matters, Poynter, and Charlie Sykes weigh possible reasons—from the Pentagon role being demanding to accountability concerns with MAGA audiences—while acknowledging there’s no definitive explanation yet.
Sasha Farber says he didn’t leave Dancing with the Stars Season 35 by choice, explaining he wasn’t selected for the season; he suggested future cameos could occur and publicly acknowledged fan disappointment, according to Us Weekly reporting.
Gleb Savchenko reacted to not being part of DWTS Season 35 by posting an Instagram message telling fans not to apologize and to move forward, as the season’s cast was announced. Savchenko, a longtime DWTS pro, had hinted at a future with the show and previously appeared on Season 34 and DWTS: The Next Pro, while also navigating personal matters, including an ongoing custody battle.
Derrick Hall said he’d forgive Marte if he explains why he didn’t show for Monday’s game, as Marte heads to Phoenix for an MRI and a meeting with GM Hazen; the unexplained absence remains a mystery, with Arizona still chasing a Wild Card.
Jimmy Fallon starts his show joking about Melania Trump’s apparent absence from public life in 2026, joking that she’s been “missing” as Trump faces headlines. The Daily Beast notes Melania has appeared publicly only a fraction of the year, with her last public sighting at the World Cup final in July, and reports suggest changes in the Trump White House dynamics, including separate bedrooms, highlighting a markedly lower public profile for the first lady.
Savannah Guthrie returned to Today after taking time off to be with family amid her mother Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, but she has since missed several broadcasts; co-anchor Craig Melvin said she’s on assignment and Sheinelle Jones filled in. The piece also references unverified claims about a breakthrough in Nancy Guthrie’s case involving a wrench attack by proxy connected to a bitcoin ransom, with authorities not confirming those details, and notes an active investigation.
Rep. Lauren Boebert told TMZ that Rep. Tom Kean Jr.'s months-long absence from the House is 'embarrassing,' noting he has missed more than 100 votes and hasn’t appeared since March while he recovers from a health issue and plans to disclose more.
The article notes that Rep. Frederica Wilson has been absent from appearances or votes for several weeks without offering a public explanation, prompting scrutiny from colleagues and constituents about her availability and duties in Congress.
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been out of the House for more than two months due to a serious but undisclosed illness, his father says he’s under a doctor’s care and is expected to return soon. House leadership has offered little detail about his whereabouts, signaling anxiety within the GOP as the narrow majority tightens and Democrats eye his New Jersey 7th District seat in the 2026 cycle; his primary is June 2, with Democrats competing for the seat.
Dolly Parton will not attend her 80th birthday celebration at the Grand Ole Opry but has expressed her love and gratitude, with other artists set to honor her through performances and tributes. Her absence is due to health challenges, and the event will feature themed drinks, cupcakes, and special messages.
Alyssa Farah Griffin was absent from 'The View' for three days due to a stomach virus and announced her illness on social media, mentioning her pregnancy and hoping to return to the show soon.