Wedding season continues for Taylor Swift, as she and Travis Kelce attended NFL player JuJu Smith-Schuster and Laura Kruk’s ceremony in Orange County, California, just a week after the singer’s big Madison Square Garden celebration in New York City.
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Smith-Schuster is a wide receiver for the New York Giants, but previously played for the Kansas City Chiefs alongside Kelce; Kruk is known for her lifestyle and beauty content on social media. Smith-Schuster and Kruk were seen at Swift and Kelce’s wedding event last week before getting married in Orange County, California, at the oceanside Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel on Friday (July 10). Though they haven’t shared any wedding photos yet (nor have Swift and Kelce), Kruk did post an Instagram Story showing the Southern California coast with the text “let’s get you married” in the early morning hours on Saturday.
Swift and Kelce were seen in paparazzi footage from Smith-Schuster and Kruk’s wedding circulating online, strolling hand-in-hand in a video clip and seated during the service and festivities in photos.
The Life of a Showgirl star chose a strapless, pink floral gown by Markarian, the Laila Floral Brocade Gown, as her wedding guest look.
For her own wedding on July 3, Swift opted for custom Dior. Her wedding dress — which is still yet to be publicly revealed — was by Jonathan Anderson, creative director of the design house’s Women’s, Men’s and Haute Couture Collections. “It was a joy to work with her. We became very good friends,” Anderson told WWD post-nuptials. “It’s an emotional thing doing someone’s wedding.”
In music news, last week the Toy Story 5 soundtrack, featuring Swift’s original song “I Knew It, I Knew You,” debuted in the top 10 on three Billboard charts: No. 1 on the Kid Albums ranking, No. 2 on the Soundtracks chart and at No. 9 on Independent Albums.
Meanwhile, Swift currently holds four spots in the top 10 on the Adult Contemporary songs chart, with “Elizabeth Taylor” sneaking in at No. 10, “I Knew It, I Knew You” holding onto No. 9, “Opalite” shining at No. 8 and “The Fate of Ophelia” finding itself at No. 7.
And in other milestone moments of 2026 for Swift, on July 8 she received a Primetime Emmy nomination for Taylor Swift/The Eras Tour/The Final Show. The nod is for her work as as both performer and producer in the category of outstanding variety special (pre-recorded), one of five categories the Disney+ special was nominated in.
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After a five-year hiatus, Conor McGregor returns to the octagon, as the Ultimate Fighting Championship heads to “Sin City” for UFC 329. Two top fighters face off against each other in a welterweight rematch main event, with Irish fighter Conor McGregor (22-6-0) taking on American Max Holloway (27-9-0) on Saturday (July 11).
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UFC 329: McGregor vs. Holloway takes place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, with a start time of 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT. The main card begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT, with the main event starting around 11:59 p.m. ET/8:59 p.m. PT.
The biggest draw of the event is the return of Conor McGregor, who’s now 37 years old, to the UFC after five years away. McGregor’s last match was in July 2021, which was a TKO loss to Dustin Poirier, so the Irish fighter is looking to show the world that he can compete at a world-class level again. McGregor’s last win in the octagon came during UFC 246 back in January 2020.
However, after their first match in August 2013, Holloway is looking for a little payback after losing to McGregor in an unanimous decision during UFC Fight Night 26 nearly 13 years ago.
What Is McGregor’s and Holloway’s Walkout Music for UFC 329?
Although the UFC has yet to announce each fighter’s walkout songs for UFC 329, both usually go out to the octagon to the same songs during their matches. McGregor has walked out to a remix mashup of “The Foggy Dew” by Sinéad O’Connor and “Hypnotize” by The Notorious B.I.G., while Max Holloway prefers to walk out to “Hawaiian Kickboxer” by Moke Boy.
How to Watch UFC 329 Live Online
Want to watch UFC 329 online? This event is streaming on Paramount+.
Including a five-day free trial, the streaming service DirecTV comes with free access to Paramount+ with its “Premier” package, which goes for $129.99 for the first month of service ($169.99 per month afterward). It features more than 185 channels, as well as access to ESPN Unlimited, HBO Max, Disney+, Hulu and other streaming services, unlimited DVR storage and the ability to stream on three devices simultaneously. Once the five days are up you’ll be charged the subscription price based on what package you choose at checkout.
Although it doesn’t offer a free trial anymore, you can get access to Paramount+ for just $1 if you sign up for Walmart+. The retailer’s rewards program offers access to Paramount+ at no extra cost, while Walmart+ also offers a 30-day trial to take the service out for a test drive.
Shoppers can receive access to Paramount+ included with any Walmart+ subscription, the retail giant announced last September. A Walmart+ subscription is $98 for the annual plan (about $8.17 per month) after the 30-day trial.
The Paramount+ Essential Plan, which gives you access to tons of TV shows and movies with limited commercials, increased a dollar to $8.99 per month (or $89.99 per year). The ad-free plan got a small price bump as well to $12.99 per month (or $129.99 per year), but it now includes Showtime, along with everything in the Essential Plan and access to your local CBS station.
After the free trial ends, your plan will automatically renew at the regular rate, but you can cancel any time.
Check out the full UFC 329 fight card below.
Main Card, 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT — Paramount+
- Welterweight: Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway — Main Event
- Lightweight: Benoît Saint Denis vs. Paddy Pimblett
- Bantamweight: Cory Sandhagen vs. Mario Bautista
- Flyweight: Brandon Royval vs. Lone’er Kavanagh
- Lightweight: King Green vs. Terrance McKinney
Prelims, 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT — Paramount+
- Light Heavyweight: Robert Whittaker vs. Nikita Krylov
- Heavyweight: Gable Steveson vs. Elisha Ellison
- Bantamweight: Cody Garbrandt vs. Adrian Yañez
- Featherweight: Luke Riley vs. Kai Kamaka III
Early Prelims, 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT — Paramount+
- Women’s Flyweight: Tracy Cortez vs. Wang Cong
- Middleweight: Damian Pinas vs. César Almeida
- Bantamweight: Farid Basharat vs. John Garza
- Middleweight: Ryan Gandra vs. Zachary Reese
- Flyweight: Alessandro Costa vs. Cody Durden
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For You Fest is turning the feed you scroll through into a festival you can stroll through, announcing this week that its inaugural event will take place in November with programs led by social-media stars such as Quenlin Blackwell, Tana Mongeau, Trixie Mattel, Trisha Paytas, Drew Afualo, Caleb Hearon, Meg Stalter and more.
Kicking off Saturday, Nov. 14, at Great Park in Irvine, Calif., the two-day festival will open with a live taping of Superfans, a new podcast hosted by Billboard executive editor Lyndsey Havens, featuring fans and a surprise guest. That’s one of several in-person recordings coming to the podcast stage, which itself is one of three main divisions of the event. There will also be a music stage as well as a fashion and beauty stage, plus dedicated areas for meet-and-greets and various workshops on the grounds that attendees can add on to their tickets.
Blackwell and Owen Thiele are two more of the podcasters lined up for the first day of the festival, while Afualo and Hearon, Tana Mongeau, Stalter and more will bring their pods to the festival on day two, which is Nov. 15. Mattell, Paytas, Rebecca Black, Absolutely and others will perform on the music stage over the course of the weekend, while Chappell Roan collaborator Ramisha Sattar and makeup artist Patrick Ta are locked in to lead some of the many fashion and beauty offerings over the weekend.
Beyond the live installations, guests will be able to explore the For You Fest Trend Market — featuring a selection of the buzziest current brands to sample and shop — as well as dine and drink at the Food & Bev Village.
Tickets for the festival first became available in a presale on Friday (July 10), featuring options such as general admission for one or both days, pit viewing and VIP, plus “Bestie” and suite packages. Anyone can now purchase the remaining tickets on the For You Fest website.
See the full lineup of events below.
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Calling all soccer fans! With 2026 FIFA World Cup in full swing, fans from all around the world are flocking to cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico to cheer for their favorite teams and to watch matches together in celebration of all things soccer. Throughout the international tournament, DoorDash, an Official Tournament Sponsor, is offering massive savings to make your World Cup watch-parties memorable and fun with the ordering and delivery company’s “Summer of DashPass” campaign.
From right now until Wednesday, July 22, DashPass members can get exclusive deals at restaurants and retailers with savings up to 50% off orders on meals, groceries, tech and more. The deals, retailers and restaurants change up every week through the tournament, so sign up for DoorDash’s DashPass to get the most out of your World Cup summer and save big on popular brands, such as Pepsi, Burger King, Taco Bell, Best Buy, Cheesecake Factory, Starbucks and others, as well as more than 100,000 local businesses.
What is DashPass? It’s DoorDash’s subscription service that features additional perks for members, like reduced delivery and service fees, exclusive deals for restaurants, retailers, grocers and more, earn 5% DoorDash credits on eligible pickup orders, up to 10% off rides from Lyft, and other benefits. DashPass is a way to save big on deliveries and services.
Not a member? New subscribers can Sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of everything DashPass has to offer, including perks during “Summer of DashPass.” After the trial is over, the subscription service goes for $9.99 per month, or $96 per year. Going with the annual plan would also save you some money with a monthly cost of just $8 throughout 12 months of service. That’s about a 20% savings yearly.
Learn more about DoorDash’s “Summer of DashPass” here.
Nene Royal has a name, and a voice, that you just might hear again.
Hailing the Phuket, Thailand, the teenager stepped onto the America’s Got Talent stage, for the latest round of Auditions, airing Tuesday night (July 7). And she immediately made everyone in the place stand up and take notice.
Royal, like so many AGT hopefuls, the performance was the first stride in a lifelong dream. Picking up the guitar at age seven, she has always dreamed of being a “superstar on tour,” she told the judges at the top. Well, she came to the dream factory.
Performing a day prior to her 16th birthday, Royal shook off any lingering nerves, hoisted an electric guitar, cranked up her amp and tore through a cover of The Cranberries mid-‘90s protest anthem “Zombie,” a song that logged six weeks at No. 1 on Billboard‘s Alternative Songs chart.
Make no mistake. The kid can rock.
With her proud dad watching on, Royal had the room in raptures, jaws on the floor. “That was spectacular. You have a very big chance to do really good in this competition,” enthused Sofía Vergara. “I loved it.”
Howie Mandel got a much-appreciated wake up. “You are such a surprise (with your) energy and the rock ‘n’ roll. You are a rock star, young lady, you really are,” he enthused.
Mel B praised the youngster’s vocal control. And she can “kill it” on the guitar. “You’re like a match made in heaven. You’re brilliant.”
Simon Cowell, as he so often does, spoke last. “The tone of your voice,” he remarked, “it was like really authentic and even the fact it was all a bit messy actually made, for me, the audition really good.”
Each judge voted, each gave a resounding yes. And Royal continues on her dream run in this 21th season of NBC’s AGT. Watch below.
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Lizzie McGuire fans have a new reason to relive the early aughts, thanks to a refreshing summer body care line.
Hilary Duff has partnered with Bath & Body Works to launch Fruit Fusion, a new body care line inspired by the early 2000s. The collection includes hand sanitizers, lip oils, perfume mists, and hand and body lotions formulated with hyaluronic acid, an ingredient known for helping skin retain moisture.
Fruit Fusion offers four scents: Watermelon Whirl, Tangerine Twirl, Berry Bliss and Banana Blend. The fragrances are modeled after the fruity body splashes that were popular at Bath & Body Works during the early 2000s.
And right now, you can mix and match to buy three items and get one for free when ordering online. It’s one of the best ways to save and try out the collection for yourself.
The collection’s release reflects a broader resurgence of Y2K-inspired culture, seen in projects like the Devil Wears Prada sequel and the Marc Jacobs Beauty relaunch, as well as renewed interest in early-2000s trends, such as low-rise jeans and the return of camcorders.
The partnership also comes as Duff embarks on her first world tour since 2007, marking a notable return to touring after almost two decades.
Infused with watermelon and aloe, this body wash is clinically tested to hydrate your skin all day long.
This whipped banana and smooth vanilla body cream leaves skin feeling soft and is a top seller at Bath & Body Works.
Notes of blackberry, frozen acai and pineapple can be found on this shea butter and coconut oil-infused body lotion.
Spiked with mango pulp and fizzy tangerine notes, this quick and easy mist is reminiscent of a Y2K summer.
Dewy watermelon and juicy berry notes make this pocket-friendly size hand sanitizer perfect for a refresh while traveling.
This banana-infused lotion fights dry skin with 48-hour moisture defense, powered by shea butter and coconut oil.
Inspired by early-aughts lip glosses, Berry Bliss lip oil gives you shine, minus the stickiness, with a coconut oil formula.
Nourish and soothe your skin with this rich, cushiony body cream infused with juicy watermelon.
Portable and fragrant, this Tangerine Twirl hand cream offers the same 48-hour moisture defense in a compact tube.
Fruit Fusion is available now online and in-store at Bath & Body Works.
In the meantime, watch the body care collection’s introduction video below:
A seasoned RuPaul’s Drag Race star is ready to sashay into the Big Brother house, with the reality show announcing Tuesday (July 7) that Jason De Puy — aka Salina EsTitties — is joining the season 28 cast.
The news comes alongside a larger cast announcement for the upcoming installment of the program, which involves the nonstop surveillance of a group of strangers living together in a remote house as they undergo a series of votes to determine who is eliminated over time. Melody Morris, Barrett Pfeiffer, LaTrice Verrett and more are also part of the next season.
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De Puy is most well known for his alter ego Salina, previously competing on season 15 of Drag Race in 2023 before joining the ongoing 11th season of Drag Race All-Stars this year. He has also released a handful of songs under the EsTitties name, including the 2026 single “Pek Pek.” Last year, De Puy was featured on “My Guy” by fellow Big Brother alum/Ariana Grande’s older brother Frankie Grande.
The performer shared a video on Instagram introducing himself to the Big Brother fanbase, exclaiming that he’s “low-key a superfan” of the show.
“I’ve been watching since season 16, so I’ve been around,” De Puy said before giving a preview of what his strategy for the competition will be. “I’m gonna say that I’m a professional drag queen, and I’m going to read the room to see if anyone clocks my tea. If they clock me, I’m just going to be like, ‘Yeah, I was on Drag Race.’”
“The perfect blindside’s gonna get them, and they’re gonna be so gagged, but baby, at that point it’ll be too late,” the San Francisco native added. “Sorry, goodbye.”
The next season of Big Brother will premiere July 9 on CBS.
Watch De Puy’s intro clip below.
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The minions are back for another chaotic adventure, and this time, they’re sharing the spotlight with a whole new cast of monstrous newcomers. Minions & Monsters introduces new minions like James, Henry, and Ed, as well as quirky new monsters like Goomi, Howard, and Phillip, expanding the franchise with even more mayhem and wonderfully weird personalities.
The movie’s delightfully oddball cast has inspired a playful lineup of new toys and collectibles, and brings the franchise’s wacky humor off the screen — queue the fart noise. Fans can recreate favorite scenes from the film or prank family and friends with minion-approved stinky scents.
Here are the merch picks every Minions & Monsters fan should check out with links to purchase the toys and collectibles online.
TOP NEW RELEASE
Minions & Monsters Fart Blaster Pro
The minions have always had a soft spot for bathroom humor, and this oversized Fart Blaster Pro fully embraces it.
Packed with 15 hilarious fart sounds, adjustable “stink” settings, scented fart rings that float through the air, and two brand-new vials of “stinky smells,” it’s exactly the kind of ridiculous toy that the minions would play with. Just slot in six AA batteries to get started.
Amazon says this is the number-one new gag gift release on the site, with more than 800 units sold in the last few weeks alone.
MINI VERSION
Minions & Monsters Mini Fart Blaster
Small enough to stash in a backpack (you didn’t read it here!) but big on laughs, the Mini Fart Blaster is perfect for aspiring pranksters.
The compact gadget features eight goofy fart sounds inspired by the movie and only requires two AAA batteries to start pranking. Sometimes the funniest surprises really do come in the smallest packages.
2-IN-1 SET
Minions & Monsters Quest for Monsters Playset & Spell Book
After watching the movie, you know how important the spell book is to the plot.
With this interactive game, fans can pour the spell book contents onto the playset to reveal a hidden mystery monster (will it be Howard or Phillip?), while mini Goomi and James the minion figurines embark on the adventure. This set features two mini figures, a plastic playset and a separate spell book.
BUILD YOUR OWN SET
Monsters Backlot Studio Set
Lights, camera, monsters, action! The Minions & Monsters Backlot Studio Set lets fans create their own movie magic with two themed sound stages, six cast and crew mini figures, six stage props, and a camera cart.
Featuring exclusive figures and connectable studio backdrops, this playset inspires imaginative storytelling and expands even further with additional figures, props, and sound stages (each sold separately).
SQUISHABLE COLLECTIBLE
Minions & Monsters x Heroes of Goo Jit Zu Goomi Action Figure
If squeezing stress balls isn’t cutting it anymore, meet Goomi, the newest character in the Minions franchise.
This stretchy action figure is filled with gooey swirl material that lets fans squish, stretch, and twist the lovable monster up to three times its original size before it snaps right back into shape. You can also find a squishy James figure here.
NEW CHARACTER
Minions & Monsters Goomi Squooshy Plush Toy
The evil, but super cute, new character in the Minions & Monsters movie has his own cuddly plush toy.
The seven-inch Goomi is designed for nonstop squeezing with its soft fabrics, bean filling, and embroidered details. It’s an easy pick for collectors, dorm décor, or villain fanatics who secretly love a cuddle.
WEIGHTED TOY
Minions & Monsters Comfeez Ed Weighted Plush Toy
Ed may look like all the other little, yellow creatures in the franchise, but he actually made his debut in Minions & Monsters as the adorable Minionese native and the first deaf minion.
The weighted Ed Comfeez Plush is 10 inches tall and combines ultra-soft fabric with a gentle two-pound weight, making him an extra comforting cuddlebug. Similar to weighted blankets or a weighted heating pad, this weighted plush toy offers just a little bit of pressure to mimic a gentle hug.
PLUSH TOY
Minions & Monsters Ed Squooshy Plush Toy
Ed was such a beloved character that Illumination made two sensory plush toys in his honor.
This one features a bean-filled design that makes every squish satisfyingly soft, while his compact size of seven inches fits perfectly on a shelf, bed, or office desk. The most charming feature? His adorable long tufts of hair, making him a sensory haven.
FAN FAVORITE
Minions & Monsters James Squooshy Plush Toy
Sporting his Western-inspired outfit, cowboy boots, and signature uni-goggle, James, the protagonist of the 2026 film, has received an adorable plush makeover.
Like the rest of the Squooshy collection, the seven-inch sensory collectible is made with super-soft fabric and bean filling. Whether you’re building out your collection or gifting a young fan, James is ready to ride into the lineup.
SENSORY TOY
Minions & Monsters Henry Squooshy Plush Toy
Enjoy endless squishy fun with the Minions & Monsters Henry Squooshy Plush Toy.
Measuring seven inches tall, Henry’s ultra-soft plush collectible features embroidered details, playful hair accents, and a satisfying bean-filled design that’s ideal for squeezing, fidgeting, and cuddling. Henry makes a fun collectible for fans and pairs perfectly with Ed, James, and Goomi (each sold separately).
FURBY COLLABORATION
Furby Furblets Minions Collectible Mini Plush
And for a complete different type of Minions plush toy, Amazon is selling this Minions-edition Furby.
The electronic toy measures just over three inches in size and comes with 45 built-in sound effects when you press its head, mouth or heart (three A76/LR44 button cell batteries are included). You can also press the top of the head to pop the ears open or fold them back down. And the denim-inspired overalls and googles are removable.
PHYSICAL RELEASE
Minions & Monsters (4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital)
Minions & Monsters opened in theaters on July 1, racking up $68 million dollars in its opening weekend at the box office.
Though the animated film is still in theaters, Amazon already has a pre-order link available for the Blu-ray edition of the movie. The physical release gets you the latest Minions film in 4K Ultra HD edition with a bonus code for a digital download that you can watch online.
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2026 has been a big year for concerts, from Rosalía‘s Global Lux tour, to Ariana Grande‘s Eternal Sunshine tour to Olivia Dean‘s first-ever headlining North American arena tour. If you’re itching for great live music to experience in the new year, there may be no place hotter than Las Vegas.
Some of music’s biggest stars, including the Backstreet Boys, continue to extend their Sphere residency with new dates. BLACKPINK’S Lisa, Jennifer Lopez, No Doubt, Zac Brown Band and Zayn Malik are also heading to Sin City in 2026, and The Eagles are back for one last run.
Regardless of whether you’re a fan of country, pop, R&B, hip-hop, alternative or other genres, Vegas has enough live entertainment for all kinds of music lovers to enjoy. And what better excuse to travel to Vegas than to see your favorite musician?
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Because there are so many music tours, festivals and Las Vegas residencies on the roster for this year, keeping track of when and where to see your favorite artists live can be a bit overwhelming. To make your search easier, we’ve compiled a list of current Las Vegas residencies, where they’ll be taking place and, of course, where to buy tickets.
Keep scrolling to see a roundup of Las Vegas residencies to check out through the rest of 2026 and check back as we update this list with the latest concert and tour announcements.
July 2026:
- Feb 14 – 28: New Kids on the Block: The Right Stuff (Buy tickets here or here)
- July 10 – 17: Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story (Buy tickets here or here)
- July 16 – 31: Backstreet Boys: Into the Millennium (Buy tickets here or here)
- July 17 – 31: Kelly Clarkson: Studio Sessions (Buy tickets here or here)
- July 24-31: Marc Anthony: Vegas… My Way (Buy tickets here or here)
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Travis Garland has already proven his vocal chops in the Dancing With the Stars‘ ballroom, and now, he’s taking the America’s Got Talent stage. While fans of the ballroom bash may recognize his voice if not his face, the singer is ready to change that, and Billboard has an exclusive clip of his audition set to air on NBC Tuesday (July 7).
In the clip, Garland powerfully belts out the chorus to Aerosmith’s 1970s classic “Dream On,” which peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in April 1976, and was a chart staple for 29 weeks. As he lets the lyrics soar with his rich voice, judge Howie Mandel turns to look at the audience members behind him, who are clapping and banging their heads along to the hit rock song.
Just before Garland reaches for frontman Steven Tyler’s ultra high notes from the chorus followed by the iconic scream, judge Mel B smiles and praises “Niiiice!” before raising her arm to cheer and rock with the beat.
Though Garland has been sharing his vocal talents mostly behind the scenes as a live vocalist with Dancing With the Stars since 2015, the singer — who is from West Texas (Lubbock, Texas, to be exact) — has been singing for much of his life, he tells judges Mandel, Mel B, Sofia Vergara and Simon Cowell on the Tuesday episode that he’s now ready to reach for his ultimate goal and go solo.
He also opens up about the struggles of pursuing music as a career, even if he’s achieved highlights such as touring when he was only 17. But, he reveals, competing with his singing abilities on America’s Got Talent has been — fittingly for his song choice — a dream.
Watch Billboard‘s exclusive clip of Travis Garland’s AGT audition below:
America’s Got Talent airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. on NBC, and streams on Peacock the next day.