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Elizabeth Smart discusses her new bodybuilding journey on CBS Mornings, calling her debut terrifying but liberating and framing it as a celebration of her body tied to her advocacy for women and children affected by sexual violence.
Lizzo says her June 5 album release, titled Bitch and featuring a title track that samples Meredith Brooks and Missy Elliott, is meant to empower women as she addresses a yearslong lawsuit from former backup dancers over alleged harassment; she denies the accusations and says she’s not afraid to testify if the case goes to trial, adding that the truth will come out. She also discussed pausing a separate Love in Real Life project last year while focusing on making music and touched on her weight loss journey and plans to tour soon.
Elizabeth Smart says her first bodybuilding competition was terrifying, but she now feels liberated and sees herself as more than one thing: a bodybuilder and an advocate for women and children who survived sexual violence. She placed first in her category, has three children, and describes bodybuilding as a celebration of her body that has carried her through the darkest days since her 2002 abduction.
Elizabeth Smart, the kidnapping survivor, revealed on Instagram that she has begun competing in bodybuilding, attending Wasatch Warrior in Salt Lake City as part of her fourth competition. She said she wouldn’t have imagined this a couple of years ago, initially feared judgment, but now embraces bodybuilding as a way to empower herself and inspire other survivors to live boldly.
Elizabeth Smart revealed on Instagram that she competed in a bodybuilding show, sharing a stage photo in a bikini and heels. She says bodybuilding has been physically and mentally empowering, helping her celebrate her body after trauma, and pushed her to pursue new experiences despite fears of judgment as she continues her advocacy; the coverage coincides with attention to the upcoming Netflix documentary Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart in 2025.
A Glamour profile of four women who called off engagements shows that ending a wedding can be a brave act of self-respect, detailing their reasons, the stigma they faced, and how they rebuilt their lives after choosing themselves over social expectations.
Heidi Klum, 52, told Glamour Germany she has an ADHD form she treats as a “superpower,” claiming she can juggle many projects at once. The interview discusses ADHD’s basics and Klum’s busy career on projects like Project Runway and America's Got Talent, while noting her long history of advocacy for female empowerment.
Teyana Taylor won the Golden Globes for Best Supporting Actress for One Battle After Another, marking her first Globes win; she cried on stage, thanked Paul Thomas Anderson, and used her acceptance to tell Black women they belong in every room and to cherish moments with loved ones, as she addressed her daughters and called for space for Black voices.
Paul Feig's 'The Housemaid' is a twisty psychological horror-thriller that explores themes of power, privilege, and manipulation, featuring nudity and dark humor, with standout performances by Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, and it delivers a satirical look at the ultra-rich with unexpected turns and a satisfying ending.
During a Miss Universe preliminary event in Bangkok, contestant Miss Mexico Fatima Bosch and several others walked out after a pageant official insulted her and ordered her to be quiet, sparking controversy and discussions on respect and empowerment. The incident, captured on video, led to public apologies and ongoing pageant preparations for the upcoming final.
Sydney Sweeney attended a Variety event in Los Angeles wearing a sheer silver gown, going braless for a bold red carpet look, while also speaking about female empowerment and self-expression through fashion.
Starting September 11, 2025, three zodiac signs—Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces—enter a powerful new era marked by self-discovery, bravery, and major breakthroughs, as astrological energies encourage them to embrace their true selves and seize new opportunities.
Lizzo is redefining her life and body on her own terms, emphasizing empowerment and self-reinvention, though specific details are not provided in the article.
The author shares her journey from disliking to embracing oral sex, overcoming childhood trauma, societal taboos, and personal fears through self-reflection, boundary-setting, and trying new approaches like latex undies, ultimately transforming her relationship with her sexuality and herself.
Kathryn Hahn discusses feeling more powerful in her career now than in her twenties, attributing this to having more control and say in her roles. She reflects on personal life transitions, including her son's growth and her own experience with menopause, which she describes as unexpectedly challenging but empowering. Hahn's current role in the Marvel series 'Agatha All Along' is seen as an affirmation of her power and complexity as an actress over 40, challenging Hollywood's typical perceptions of aging women.