Melissa Willets
WriterLocation: Florida, USAMelissa is a Florida-based writer and mom of 5 (no that's not a typo). When she isn't in front of her computer, she enjoys doing yoga and sipping coffee, but typically not simultaneously.
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Why Does Florida Softball Wear Sunflowers? The Gators Are Honoring Someone Special
"She would just be ecstatic. She would be thrilled with what they’re doing. It’s making people ask questions, which will hopefully in turn bring awareness."
Why Is What Donald Trump Did Illegal, and Will He Serve Jail Time?
The 12-person jury that unanimously found former President Donald Trump guilty of all 34 felony charges. What does that mean?
Who Died in the 'Station 19' Series Finale? (SPOILERS)
Fans who may have worried that the creators of 'Station 19' would kill off multiple characters in its series sendoff can breathe a sigh of relief.
Lainey Wilson Has Been Open About Her Dad's Health Struggles — "He Shouldn't Be Here"
“It was really, really bad. All the doctors had told us, ‘This is not looking good,'" Lainey said.
What Does It Mean to DFA a Professional Baseball Player? It Isn't Good
Read on for the answer to this pressing question. Spoiler alert: When a team DFAs a player, it isn't good.
Grayson Murray's Parents Didn't Mention His Fiancée Following His Death — Did They Break Up?
"I have a beautiful fiancée now that I love so much and who's so supportive of me," Grayson told reporters in January 2024.
Nick Arrington Was Dating Tasia Money Burroughs, but They Have Since Broken Up (EXCLUSIVE)
Before the breakup news broke, Nick told 'Distractify' there will be "no surprises" about his devotion to his partner in Season 2.
Indiana Pacers Star Tyrese Haliburton Has Found His "Forever Date"
"Love you girl, so thankful for you," Tyrese Haliburton sweetly said about his girlfriend.
Who Is NBA Star Jayson Tatum's Mom? She's His "Best Friend"
Jayson adorably admitted he was "the biggest mama's boy ever," and referred to Brandy, a former volleyball player, as his "best friend."
Is Richard Dreyfuss Related to Julia Louis-Dreyfus? Inquiring Minds Want to Know
When Julia announced her dad's passing, Richard's social media was flooded by concerned fans who thought he was dead.
What's Going on With Laurel and Nicole From 'The Challenge'? A Look at Their Feud
Laurel snapped in a now deleted comment, “Hope you’re not secretly cheating on her too.”
DuckDuckGo Is Dealing With an Outage and Users Aren't Happy
"We're currently experiencing an issue with DuckDuckGo Search that might prevent you from getting results. Thanks for your patience."
Who Won 'Jeopardy! Masters' 2024? (SPOILERS)
“I was pretty certain I had it once I hit that last Daily Double. And I did the math, like, four times.”
Kourtney Kardashian Allegedly Urged Scott Disick to Seek Help Amid Weight Loss Concerns
Sightings of Scott Disick in Los Angeles have fans buzzing about his weight loss, with rumors suggesting Kourtney Kardashian urged him to seek help.
James Kennedy Says He Would Wait "Forever" for Ally Lewber To Be Ready for Marriage
During the 'Vanderpump Rules' Season 11 reunion, James says he wants to have kids by the time he's 35.
Tom Schwartz and Sophia Skoro's "Almost" Relationship Timeline
“If I was a lecherous old man trolling bars, seeking out young women, I think I would feel gross. But we just bumped into each other; we hit it off.”
What Is Candy Salad on TikTok? It's a Sweet Trend
Candy Salad might not be good for your body, but it's good for your soul. TikTokers can't get enough of the sweet trend.
Why Was Amy Schneider Sitting During the 'Jeopardy! Masters' Semifinals?
"Each of the other three contestants, I'm sure, had some kind of outside circumstance going on that they were having to fight against," Amy tweeted.
Meet Ricky Stenhouse Jr.'s Wife Madyson, a True Country Girl
"I grew up going to Lake Cumberland in Kentucky, so the water is very special to me. We knew we wanted to get married on the water."
Why Did Seal and Heidi Klum Divorce When They Seemed so in Love?
"People don't need to know who did what. I don't want to talk positive or negatively about the ups and downs that we had," Heidi said.
What Happened to Billy Sparks' Sister on 'Young Sheldon'?
"Since she isn't really that integral to the story, they just don't show her."
Kids' Learning Platform Noggin Shut Down and Parents Want Answers
"Subscriptions are no longer available to new customers. Active Noggin subscribers can continue enjoying Noggin for a limited time."
Morgan Wallen Wasn't at the ACM Awards and Fans Have Some Theories
Morgan Wallen's recent legal woes may have played a part in the singer's choice to stay away from the ACM Awards.
Bumble's New Anti-Celibacy Ads Spawn Major Backlash
After teasing a new marketing campaign, Bumble's ads saying "celibacy is not the answer" have landed flat with people everywhere.
What Happened to George Cooper Sr. on 'Young Sheldon'? (SPOILERS)
“I imagine this whole thing will be polarizing. Some people will not like it because it’s hard, and some people will appreciate it because it’s hard," said actor Lance Barber.
These Grandparents Just Might Be the Perfect Babysitters — "We Follow Our Daughter's Rules"
"If my kids need a break, bring on the other kids." Grandparents share their philosophy on babysitting.
A Woman Was Found Living Inside Grocery Store Sign in Michigan
She ran an extension cord to an HVAC unit and was able to utilize a Keurig coffee maker, a printer, and a computer in the small, triangle-shaped space.
Dave Portnoy Wants to Erase the Stigma Around Hair Transplants
“Big news, I had hair transplant surgery today. You’re not going to have that bald spot to kick around anymore.”
Is OG Anunoby Dating Anyone Special? Details on the Knicks Player's Love Life
OG is such an enigma, that he was called "Toronto's man of mystery" in a 2019 piece about him. He keeps his personal life private.
What Are Barron Trump’s Politics? He Will Serve as a Delegate for His Dad
Barron Trump's selection as a delegate-at-large to the Republican National Convention is mostly "symbolic," but people are intrigued.
Thomas Jefferson University Graduation Announcer Messes Up Very Common Names
"How do you get Elizabeth wrong three times?" Just ask the announcer at the Thomas Jefferson University graduation ceremony.
Jonathan Adams Left 'Bones' After Season 1, but It Wasn't His Choice
"We loved Jonathan and his performance; we just couldn't use him as a series regular. We were prying him into stories."
Who Is Jack Damon on 'Chicago Fire'? Meet the New Firefighter
"That isn't the only reason why I'm here. No, no, nobody here knows. And I'll keep it that way for as long as I want."
A Bartender Wouldn't Serve Woman With Neuromuscular Disorder — "He Didn't Care to Understand"
"Yeah, I'm not going to serve you," the bartender informed her, claiming to have watched her stumble back from the bathroom.
Everything to Know About 'Jeopardy' Winner Yogesh Raut
There was only a 1/27 chance he'd take home the top prize on 'Jeopardy!' Tournament of Champions.
5 Alternatives to Boy Scouts as the Organization Rebrands and Struggles
After years of losing members due to sexual assault accusations, and having to declare bankruptcy, Boy Scouts is rebranding to Scouting America.
Why Did Beautycounter Close? Thousands of Advocates Left Out in the Cold
"We are currently working to build a new company but don’t worry, we’ll be back later this year with the safer, high-performing products you know and love, as well as some other surprises."
What Really Happened to Mica Miller? An Investigation Is Underway
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins asked "for everyone to please await the full timeline of events before making assumptions and coming to conclusions."
Why Did Jimmy Get Shot on 'Degrassi: The Next Generation'?
“All my friends in the rap game say I’m soft because I’m in a wheelchair."
What Happened to Ahna Mac's Face as 'Baddies: Caribbean' Kicks Off Season 5?
Rollie shouts at her castmate, “Where you injured at though, what happened?” Ahna says, “In my face, it’s fractured in three places.”
Here's What "BBL Drizzy" Means — All About the Metro Boomin Drake Beef
Metro Boomin sampled a beat and then took to X to announce a giveaway to the person who submits the best verse to go along with it.
GK Barry Is Dating and in Love — Who’s the Mystery Person?
GK says she is "glowing" and has a spring in her step — commenters agree. "I don't like men anymore. I will never go back to a man."
Where is Kelly Fisher Now? An Update, Plus Details on Her Alleged Engagement to Dodi Fayed
Kelly claimed that she and Dodi were set to wed on Aug. 9, 1997, though he denied their engagement.
Why Did Yolanda Saldívar Shoot Selena? It Depends on Who You Ask
“My emotions were running so high, and I was hurting,” the convict recalled.
Why Is Sam Ash Closing? Musicians Everywhere Mourn End of an Era
"Thank you for allowing us to serve musicians like you for 100 years," the brand said.
The 'Dance Moms' Reunion Is Finally Here — How to Watch It
'Dance Moms: The Reunion' was filmed in the fall of 2023, but it's just now available for our viewing pleasure.
What Happened to James Campbell From 'Dave and Chuck the Freak'?
"I'm not happy about it. That's the industry. I'm no longer a part of [the show]. It's a bummer," James said.
Why Was 'Good Morning America' Meteorologist Rob Marciano Fired? What We Know
“He was found to have done something … that was improper, but he was punished for it, and they still haven’t let him return."
Why Is May 1 Called May Day? There's Actually a Lot to Know
While the October 31 holiday is about death, May Day is about fertility, birth, and life. The occasion is usually celebrated with flowers.
Jeannie Mai Jenkins and Jeezy Have a Complicated Relationship Timeline
“The decision to end this chapter in my life was not made impulsively and comes with a heavy heart."