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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Jimmy Kimmel Says Those Who 'Pushed Out' Stephen Colbert Should Be 'Ashamed' as He Goes Dark 'Out of Respect' for “Late Show”

Jimmy Kimmel is saying goodbye to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

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• Jimmy Kimmel Live! will air a repeat episode on ABC Thursday, May 21, out of solidarity for Colbert's final show on CBS

• "I hope the people who did the pushing feel ashamed of themselves tonight although I know they probably won't," Kimmel said on his own show Wednesday, May 20

Jimmy Kimmelis wishing a "fond farewell" toStephen ColbertbeforeJimmy Kimmel Live!goes dark during the final episode ofTheLate Show.

During his Wednesday, May 20monologue, the host, 58, reminded viewers that he'll "be off tomorrow night out of respect" for Colbert, 62, and his staff atThe Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The CBS staple's final episode airs on Thursday, May 21, during the same time slot asJimmy Kimmel Live!, while ABC will run a repeat episode of Kimmel's show.

"I think you know how I feel about the fact that they're being pushed out. I hope the people who did the pushing feel ashamed of themselves tonight, although I know they probably won't," Kimmel said.

He added, "That being said, I think it is most important to congratulate Stephen and the team atThe Late Showfor all the great work, all the great work he will continue to do in other venues. I have no doubt. Everyone at that show has always been gracious to us. We never felt like we were competing against. It was nothing like the old days of late night. I always loved being on Stephen's show, I loved having him here on ours. I hope we're able to do that again. I hope he comes to visit as many times as possible."

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Kimmel then emphasized that "it has been a pleasure to work alongside you" and encouraged viewers to tune in for Colbert's curtain call.

"I will be watching tomorrow night. I hope that those of you who watch our show will also tune in to CBS for the last time. Don't ever watch it again," he said. "But watch tomorrow night to wish Stephen and our friends atThe Late Showa fond farewell."

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Kimmel moved into his next topic by joking that he wanted to discuss the "a--holes who forced them off the air," referring to "our dear old Uncle Scam," or PresidentDonald Trump.

Colbert announced in July 2025 that CBS had canceled his show in a move that the network called "purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night." The decision came after Colbert criticized the network's parent company, Paramount, duringhis July 14 episodeover its$16 million settlement with Trump. Paramount was also in the middle of a merger with the entertainment company Skydance at the time, which required approval from the White House.

ABCannounced on May 11that Kimmel would be airing a repeat episode in an apparent show of solidarity with the fellow late-night host on Thursday, May 21. Kimmel has long supported Colbert following the news of the cancellation, even putting up a billboard in Los Angeles to encourage Emmy voters to vote for Colbert in the Outstanding Talk Series category in 2025. NBC'sThe Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallonwill also air a rerun on Thursday night.

Colbert teased what fans can expect from his "simple" signoff and how he'd like the show to be remembered in PEOPLE'slatest cover. "I hope they laughed. I hope they felt better at the end of the day," he said of viewers.

"I mean, that's it. We're there. We're the last thing you see. A lot of things happen in a day, but we bat last, and so we get the last take that people hear before they go to bed, and I hope it made their day better."

Thefinal episodeof Colbert's long-running program is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 11:35 p.m. ET.

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Vanessa Trump, 48, Announces Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Reveals She Underwent Procedure Earlier This Week

Vanessa Trump announced she has been diagnosed with breast cancer

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• She shared that she underwent a recent procedure in her announcement

• She expressed gratitude for her medical team and support from her family including her five children

Vanessa Trumprevealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Vanessa, who shares five children with ex-husband Donald Trump Jr., announced her diagnosis in a "personal health update" she shared onInstagramon Wednesday, May 20.

"I've recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. While this isn't news anyone expects, I'm working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan," Vanessa, 48, wrote.

She shared her gratitude to the doctors who performed a procedure on her "earlier this week."

"I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me," she wrote. Vanessa sharesfive childrenwith her ex-husband: Kai, 19; Donald, 17; Tristan, 14; Spencer, 13; and Chloe, 11.

"Thank you for your kindness and support it truly means more than I can express. I kindly ask for privacy as I focus on my health and recovery," Vanessa wrote.

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The news of the diagnosis comes after her boyfriend,Tiger Woods,completed a six-week treatmentstint out of the countryto seek treatment after hiscar crash and DUI charge. Woods was charged with DUI charge and a charge for refusal to submit to a urine test. He pleaded not guilty to both charges on March 31, according to documents obtained by PEOPLE on April 1.

The professional golfer, 50, returned to his home in Jupiter, Fla., on Wednesday, May 13.

“Tiger took his trip seriously and is all about continuing his recovery and putting this chapter behind him,” a source in Jupitertold PEOPLE on May 17.

“Vanessa and Tiger are in love, still serious, and happy to see each other,” the source told PEOPLE, adding that Vanessa “is eager to help him continue with his progress and move beyond any more public scandals — which they both dislike intensely.”

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Linda Perry Says She Didn't Think Christina Aguilera Was Right to Sing 'Beautiful' at First: 'No, You're Like, a Hot Chick'

Linda Perry doubted Christina Aguilera was the right fit for her song "Beautiful" — until she heard her sing it

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• "That's when I discovered... 'Oh, beautiful people are actually insecure and just as damaged as I am,'" she said

• "Beautiful" was featured on Stripped and won a Grammy in 2004

Linda Perrydidn't thinkChristina Aguilerawas the right fit for her song "Beautiful" — but the pop star quickly proved her wrong.

During an appearance on theZach Sang Showon Friday, May 8, Perry opened up about how she felt when Aguilera first sang her song "Beautiful," which was eventually featured on Aguilera's 2002 recordStripped.

Shortly after Perry, 61, wrote "Beautiful," Aguilera, 45, visited her in the studio and she played her a demo of the song.

"She was like, 'Okay I want that.' And I'm thinking in my mind, 'No, you're like, a hot chick. I'm not giving you this song. No way. Are you kidding me?'" Perry recalled.

Then, Perry's manager suggested she let the pop star sing it. When she did, the song took on a whole new meaning for the singer-songwriter.

"It made sense," Perry said. "That's when I discovered... Oh, beautiful people are actually insecure and just as damaged as I am."

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She continued, "She's just as f---ed up as I am. Okay. And then it broke the ice between the both of us when I saw that."

Perry said that she then forced Aguilera to keep the demo they recorded because of how raw it was — even after the "Genie in a Bottle" singer begged her to re-record.

"That's the version that sold me [and] made me believe she had emotions. That she was insecure, that she was lacking in confidence in certain places, that she needed acceptance and approval," she said. "I said, 'Christina, what is wonderful about this vocal is you didn't know what you were doing. That's why it's going to be huge, because so many people are going to relate to this imperfect vocal. That's what this song is about. Not being perfect... I think that's an art that needs to come back.'"

In 2004, "Beautiful" won Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards, and was nominated for Song of the Year. The song also peaked at No. 2 on theBillboardHot 100.

On the 20th anniversary ofStripped, Aguilerareleased an updated music videofor the hit song featuring young children tied to their phones. The pop star didn't appear in the video but she did share a message about the anniversary at the very end.

"In the last 20 years, sinceStrippedwas first released, social media has transformed our relationship with our bodies, and in turn our mental health," the message read. "Research suggests that time spent on social networking sites is associated with body image issues, self-harm and disordered eating in children and teens. This needs to change."

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Former NBA player Jason Collins' official cause of death revealed after brain cancer battle

The official cause of death for Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in the NBA, has been revealed.

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• Collins, 47, was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer, in September 2025.

• Glioblastoma ultimately was one of the contributing factors of his May 12 death, which was attributed to respiratory failure.

A week after the passing of NBA playerJason Collins, the official cause of his death has beenrevealed.

The 47-year-old athlete died of respiratory failure with underlying contributing conditions including a pulmonary embolism, hydrocephalus (buildup of fluid in the brain), and glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer.

Collins, who made history in 2014 as thefirst openly gay NBA player, announced hisglioblastoma diagnosisin September 2025, only four months after hemarriedThe HelpproducerBrunson Green.

The 7-foot center, who played for the Boston Celtics andBrooklyn Nets, died on May 12, two weeks before what would have been his and Green’s first wedding anniversary.

According to Collins’ death certificate, his body was cremated on May 15.

“Jason changed lives in unexpected ways and was an inspiration to all who knew him and to those who admired him from afar,” his heartbroken family said in astatement. “We are grateful for the outpouring of love and prayers over the past eight months and for the exceptional medical care Jason received from his doctors and nurses. Our family will miss him dearly.”

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Collins played 13 seasons in the NBA, after being drafted in 2001 along with his twin brother Jarron, who is currently an assistant coach with the New Orleans Pelicans.

Jarron, his wife Elsa, and their three children remembered Jason at a memorial event over the weekend, each sharing the impact he made on their lives.

“I just saw something online that made me really put everything into perspective,” said one of his nieces in a video posted on Elsa’s Instagram. “My uncle said when he came out, ‘if not for me, then for someone else.’ I saw a video today and in the comments section somebody said, ‘I came out today.’ He didn’t even know them, but he already made such a big impact on their life. And I think that really sums up who he was as a person.”

As he battled brain cancer, Collins chose radiation along with Avastin, a drug used to stop the tumor’s growth, a combination he hoped would save the lives of others with glioblastoma in the future.

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“The average prognosis is only 11 to 14 months. If that's all the time I have left, I'd rather spend it trying a course of treatment that might one day be a new standard of care for everyone,” he toldESPNin December. "After I came out, someone I really respect told me that my choice to live openly could help someone who I might never meet. I've held onto that for years. And if I can do that again now, then that matters."

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Nicholas Galitzine Ate 5,000 Calories a Day to Bulk Up for He-Man Role

Nicholas Galitzine followed an intense training regimen to play He-Man in Masters of the Universe

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• The actor says that each day he ate up to 5,000 calories a day and lifted weights for three hours

• He maintained workouts on set, squeezing in exercises between scenes during the five-month shoot

Masters of the UniversestarNicholas Galitzineate 5,000 calories a day to "pack on as much size as possible" to play muscular '80s icon,He-Man.

“It was an everyday a week thing,” Galitzine, 31, toldE! Newsabout his intense training routine. “It was a pretty short amount of time. You kind of would love to live in this character for a year beforehand, but the training very much changed as the movie went on.”

“We started out really trying topack on as much sizeas possible,” he explained. “You know, having up to 5,000 calories sometimes, weightlifting for three hours a day and then we streamlined it.”

Galitzine shared that they added workouts whenever possible: “You're shooting a scene [and] they say, ‘You have 10 minutes until the next setup,' you run outside, you hop on the assault bike, run back in, shoot a scene again, and that kind of goes on for about five months.”

TheRed, White & Royal Blueactor shared that the regimen was "something I had to really work through on a day-to-day basis,” but noted, "I really enjoyed the challenge.” But as the actor toldPEOPLE, his first meal after filming wrapped was "a combination of sushi and pizza."

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"I just was like, 'Give it. Give it all to me,' " Galitzine said. "Food is everything to me. It truly is."

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"Straight away" afterMasters of the Universefilming ended, Galitzine started a different kind of prep to play a World War II soldier inThe Mosquito Bowl,he toldE! News.“The director said, ‘I've got terrifying nightmares that you're gonna show up on set on day one looking like He-Man. Can you just do nothing for the next three weeks?' ”

“So, it was kind of music to my ears,” he said. “I'd lay on a couch, I ate potato chips and I said, ‘This is the kind of prep I love.' ”

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The Red Clay Strays Say They 'Almost Died' After Their Private Jet Malfunctioned on the Way to the 2026 ACMs

The Red Clay Strays experienced a private jet malfunction en route to the 2026 ACM Awards

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• The band previously faced extreme turbulence on a flight to a music festival, sharing the ordeal on Instagram

• The group won Group of the Year at the ACMs and performed their song “Demons in Your Choir”

The Red Clay Strays had a rocky road getting to the2026 ACM Awards.

The musicians said on the red carpet that they “almost died” while en route to the show after their private jet suffered technical difficulties.

The band was asked byYahoo Entertainmenton May 17 what the “most country thing” they'd done that week was, and guitarist Zach Rishel was quick to answer.

“We almost died in that private jet. Part of our engine cowling flew off during takeoff,” he explained.

Bassist Andrew Bishop said the jet circled above Mobile, Ala. for about two hours in order to lose enough fuel to land again and get the band onto a different plane to Las Vegas.

Drummer John Hall then showed a photo of the broken engine, and emphasized that the issue happened “in the air.”

“It was terrifying,” Hall said.

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The Red Clay Strays won Group of the Year at the ACMs, and also performed “Demons in Your Choir.”

The ACMs incident is not the first time the band has had trouble in the skies. In October, they shared video of extreme turbulence on a flight taking them to a country music festival in Salt Lake City, Utah.

In the clip, which was shared toInstagram, the frightened band members held on tight as the plane shook due to extreme winds.

At one point, Bishop played the Lynyrd Skynyrd song “That Smell” from his phone, quipping that if the plane was going to go down, “It's gonna go down to Skynyrd.”

Lynyrd Skynyrd was famously involved in a 1977 plane crash in Mississippi that killed six people, including band members Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines and Cassie Gaines.

Elsewhere in the video, band members can be heard saying they'll be “drinking to that, boys!” and that someone threw up due to the turbulence.

“Apparently we hit an over 40 degree bank while trying to land in Salt Lake😬 Naturally as we thought the plane was going down, @good_time_andy thought it was a good time to play some Skynyrd,” the group captioned the post. “Seriously though, very thankful to our pilots @james_pruitt56 @pruittjlr45 for their quick-thinking and coolness under pressure. Y'all rock!”

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