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Paul Manafort: Your $15K Ostrich Coat Will Be Your Downfall - Just Ask Joseph!
Laura E. Adkins Paul Manafort, historically well-dressed “Enough is enough.” US District Judge T.S. Ellis III, the judge in Paul Manafort’s highly publicized criminal trial, has been expressing frustration regarding the angle prosecutors have taken with their case. Federal prosecutors have chosen to stress to the jurors Manafort’s wildly lavish lifestyle, fixating on his extravagant purchases.
14 Moments That Kept Our Faith In Humanity This Past (Jewish) Year
GETTY IMAGES/FORWARD MONT... (Clockwise from upper left:) Sacha Baron Cohen, Karlie Kloss, Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey, Aly Raisman, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Pete Davidson We’re only just past the halfway point of 2018, but the Jewish year 5778 is drawing to a close. And man, oh Manischewitz, it has truly been a whirlwind. As Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, rapidly approaches, we feel compelled to share some of our favorite moments from the past year.
‘Clueless’ Creator Amy Heckerling Makes It Official: Cher Horowitz Is Not Jewish
The Schmooze December 31, 2018 By Tamar Skydell It is almost 2019, and we have just been let down by Amy Heckerling, creator of the 1995 “Clueless” film. Cher Horowitz, the universal ‘90s icon for spunky tweens, has just wrecked our Jewish childhood dreams. Amy Herckerling, the film’s director, revealed to JTA that Cher Horowitz is not Jewish.
Gal Gadot Wraps Up Production Of ‘Wonder Woman’ Sequel With A Gushing Instagram Post
Production for the highly-anticipated “Wonder Woman 1984” has ended, Gal Gadot revealed on Instagram. The Israeli actress uploaded a few shots from the filming of the “Wonder Woman” sequel on Sunday, along with a touching message for the cast, crew, and fans of the box office hit. Gal Gadot’s “Wonder Woman” was the 2017’s highest-grossing film of the summer, garnering enthusiasts across the globe, and Gadot made sure to praise them in this Instagram post.
Gwyneth Paltrow Hangs Christmas Stockings With Her Jewish Kids
The Schmooze December 22, 2018 By Tamar Skydell Getty Images Brad Falchuk and Gwyneth Paltrow Gwyneth Paltrow enhanced our dull little lives by letting us peek into her holiday celebrations with her family. For Paltrow, who famously “consciously uncoupled” from then-husband Chris Martin in 2014, “family” includes Martin, her new husband Brad Falchuk, and her two children, Apple and Moses. The only way I’d hang a stocking for an ex is if I had Goop’s $40 herbal calming spray.
Pete Davidson’s Terrifying Note Should Remind Us - Cyberbullying Can Be Deadly
The Schmooze December 17, 2018 By Tamar Skydell Getty Images Pete Davidson Pete Davidson, SNL comedian and former fiancee to pint-sized popstar Ariana Grande, uploaded a concerning message on Instagram page on Saturday, but quickly deleted it. “i really don’t want to be on this earth anymore. i’m doing my best to stay here for you but i actually don’t know how much longer i can last. all i’ve ever tried to do was help people. just remember i told you so,” he wrote.
‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ Cast Reunites After 25 Years
Getty Images It’s been 25 years since “Mrs. Doubtfire” splashed onto the big screen and into our hearts. The star-studded cast, minus the late Robin Williams and legendary Sally Fields, recently gathered for a group interview on the Today Show to honor the milestone and remember the beloved Williams.
Adam Levine, Feminist: ‘Men Should Be Pillars of Support To Women’
Getty Images Adam Levine, growing up Adam Levine is almost 40 years old and he doesn’t need a babysitter. The tatted up, smoldering Jewish frontman of Maroon 5 opened up in an interview with Variety about his unyielding respect and value for women, his pop-music ideology, and his future. Levine, despite whatever you may have thought or heard about him, is ready to be your feminist crush.
William Shatner Is Nostalgic For His Childhood Hanukkahs
Getty Images William Shatner Do you remember the smell of the first latkes of the season in your childhood home? David Anton’s upcoming PBS documentary is all about the Chanukah. The movie dives into the history of the holiday’s celebration and the rise of its beloved traditions. The film, aptly titled Hanukkah: A Festival of DeLights, interviews Jewish historians, rabbis, and celebrities about their experiences with the holiday.
Barbara Streisand and Billy Eichner Spent Thanksgiving Together
We don’t know about you, but we’d happily sell our souls to partake in an intimate thanksgiving feast with Barbara Streisand and Billy Eichner. Allow us to set the scene: twinkling candles are scattered across the dining table. Pine cones rest rustically on each exquisite piece of china. Dim lights set a cozy yet enigmatic mood. And an exclusive guest list includes our favorite Jewish superstars: Barbra Streisand and Billy Eichner. Together. Giving thanks.
Trevor Noah Mocks Trump’s Response to Damning Federal Climate Report
Trevor Noah bashed President Trump on the “Daily Show” for his lukewarm response to the explosive climate report that was released by thirteen federal agencies last week.
Zoe Kravitz Opens Up About Feeling ‘Like A Freak’ As A Black, Jewish Teen
Zoe Kravitz, the swanlike actress and style icon we’re seriously crushing on, revealed to Elle Magazine that she was severely insecure during her childhood.
Michael Cohen Reportedly Saves Elderly Man In Swanky Restaurant
Some hailed Michael Cohenan American hero after he flipped on turbulent President Trump earlier this year, and some saw him as a no goodnik turncoat. Either way, you have to salute his quick thinking in reportedly saving an elderly man in an NYC restaurant this week. Once again, the news is much, much stranger than fiction.
Haim Sisters Demand Equal Pay
The uber cool singing sister trio HAIM is speaking out about gender pay disparity, and, as usual, they are not holding back. The girls fired their booking agent back in 2017 after discovering that they were receiving ten times less payment than another male singer who worked under the same agent at a music festival.
San Francisco’s Salesforce Tower Turned Into The Eye of Sauron On Halloween
The quirkiest reason to say “Thanks, Jews!” this week: the Salesforce Tower in San Francisco treated “Lord of the Rings” fans to a fiery surprise on Halloween. Salesforce, the hulking brainchild of Jewish entrepreneur Marc Benioff, initially didn’t see eye-to-eye (if you will) with a petition crafted by diehard fans requesting that the skyscraper turn itself into the Eye of Sauron.
Ariana Grande And Pete Davidson’s Relationship Is, Predictably, In Flames
All good things must end. And some good things must end in flames. Pete Davidson was just eviscerated by his former pop-star fiancee Ariana Grande on Twitter, and we have two things to say: we are here for it, and we are not surprised. Earlier this year, Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson sent the Internet into a tailspin when announcing their shock engagement after dating for a period of weeks.
Pharrell is Not ‘Happy’ — May Sue Trump Over Music Use At Rallies
Pharrell Williams is not “Happy” with President Trump right now. The President incongruously played the Williams’ song “Happy” at a rally that occurred shortly after the tragic and deadly shooting in a Pittsburgh synagogue on Saturday. Though this is not the first time the producer’s music has been used at Trump events, this was apparently the last straw.
Karlie Kloss And Jared Kushner’s Wedding Photos
Our lives were upended earlier this month when supermodel and entrepreneur Karlie Kloss married the blue sheep of the Kushner family in a top-secret and intimate ceremony. Kloss and Joshua Kushner’s nuptials included only 80 privileged attendees, so baruch hashem photos have been released for those of us who didn’t make the cut.
‘Wonder Woman 2’ Will Be Released 7 Months Later than the Initially Announced
Sorry to be the bearer of ghastly news, friends. We’re here to report that the highly anticipated sequel to the blockbuster hit “Wonder Woman” will now be released on June 5, 2020 instead of its original date of November 1, 2019. Footage of the Schmooze staff preparing to march against Warner Bros. President of domestic distribution for Warner Bros.
Cardi B Made A Rumored $500K For Playing Glitzy Bar Mitzvah Party
Picture the scene: a slew of teenyboppers fist-pumping and thundering the words of “Bodak Yellow” as they toast the bar mitzvah boy with Kedem grape juice shots. Cardi B was hired to attend and perform at a lavish extravaganza for one Jake, a bar mitzvah boy — nay, man — who celebrated his call to the Torah in Manhattan last weekend. Jake made his grand party entrance, Page Six reports, surrounded by Knicks City dancers, strutting to the glorious sounds of Cardi B’s chart-topping tunes.
“Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret” is Coming to the Big Screen 50 Years Later
“Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret” is becoming a movie and our sixth grade selves are clutching our Lisa Frank stickers and the Silly Bandz coiled around our wrists in joyous celebration. The endearingly raw young adult novel was released in an age when the concept of accumulating a certain amount of likes on Instagram was nonexistent and one was unable to see what their crush from science class posted on Snapchat last Thursday night, yet the lessons and values that “Are You There God?
‘Orange is the New Black’ Will End After Season Seven
Say goodbye to those beloved orange jumpsuits on your TV screen. The cast of “Orange is the New Black” has announced that their upcoming seventh season, which will debut on Netflix in 2019, will be their last. Members of the OITNB cast released a tearjerking video on Wednesday evening regarding the cancelation of their show. Characteristically, the castmembers dropped the announcement on their frenzied fangirl following complete with the foreboding warning “this might make you cry.” Why?
Drake Says It Would Have Been A ‘Fairytale’ To Have Kids With Rihanna
Drake is the quintessential Jewish romantic of our generation. If you’ve read any Schmooze’s coverage of the rapper, you’ll know we have a penchant for his velvety lyrics, soft brooding eyes, tender soul and lack of self-awareness. Drake has made us swoon once again with his recent confession on Lebron James’ “The Shop,” where he revealed that he used to secretly yearn to start a family with Rihanna.
Ariana Grande Returns her $93K Engagement Ring and We Have a Lot to Say
Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson are kaput in case you haven’t heard (and if you haven’t, you’ve clearly been stripped of your wifi because this revelation has been absolutely plastered across the web) and she is over it. All good things must end…is kind of a crazy generalization. All insane, spur-of-the-moment, clearly bolstered by internal strife things must end…is something we feel perfectly comfortable saying. And now, the fallout.
Stephen Miller’s 3rd Grade Teacher Suspended After Revealing He Ate Glue, Was A ‘Loner’
Many of President Trump’s White House appointees have had their names plastered across headlines throughout his presidency. Some for tawdry personal affairs, others for misbehavior in the workforce. Their appearances have been scrutinized and their actions inspected. But with Stephen Miller, things tend to get really personal — his family started the job, and now his elementary school teacher is back to finish it.
Helena Bonham Carter Describes ‘Chilling’ Encounters with Harvey Weinstein
Just a year after the New York Times broke the watershed story about Harvey Weinstein’s now-infamous alleged behavior, Bonham Carter told The Guardian her thoughts on the #MeToo movement. “It is definitely a good thing that #MeToo has happened,” said the cult-favorite actress. “Any kind of abuse is not on. But I think one has to be careful. You have to be absolutely rigorous about what somebody has done to stand up and accuse them.
Busy Phillips Says that James Franco Was Physically Violent With Her Once On Set
Busy Phillips describes a terrifying encounter with James Franco in her upcoming memoir, “This Will Only Hurt a Little.” Recalling the traumatizing incident, she refers to Franco as a “f***ing bully.” This is one in a long series of serious accusations by women against James Franco — five women have accused the actor of various forms of sexual misconduct.
Meghan Markle ‘Idolized’ Ivanka Trump Before 2016 Election, Says New Biography
Back when Meghan Markle was simply known to the public as Rachel Zane from “Suits,” rather than her current title — Duchess of Sussex and wife of the impishly charming Prince Harry — she revered Ivanka Trump. Andrew Morton, a biographer who covered the former actress in “Meghan: A Hollywood Princess,” explains that Meghan “idolized” Ivanka Trump and even devoted a post solely to celebrating the blonde socialite in her now-discontinued blog, The Tig.
Netflix’s ‘Sierra Burgess’ Is A Backwards Take On Feminism With No Concept of Consent
“Sierra Burgess is a Loser” is the type of movie that fills us with a longing for simpler times when we weren’t condemned to follow a clichéd underdog of a protagonist as she embarks on an emotional awakening that leads her to discover herself, fall in love, and skip into the sunset. “Jaws,” where you at?
Donald Trump’s Divorce Lawyer Sells Tell-All Book
This one’s for the books! Jay Goldberg, the president’s lawyer in two of his wildly dramatic marital splits, has reportedly sold his vicious gossip-fest, tell-all book to Post Hill Press. Jay Goldberg’s book, “The Courtroom is My Theater”, is titled pertinently for the prominent lawyer known for his splashy flair.
Roy Moore Demands Millions From Sacha Baron Cohen For “Extreme Emotional Distress”
Looks like someone hurt Roy Moore’s feelings. After being tricked and mortified on national TV by Sacha Baron Cohen, Roy Moore has attempted to salvage his tarnished reputation by slapping a $95 million lawsuit on the comedian.
Hey Mark - Millennials Are Moving On From Facebook - The Forward
Can you blame us for being over Mark Zuckerberg? The Pew Research Center has released an updated study on Facebook users after the havoc that ensued from the Cambridge Analytica scandal. It reveals that young professionals (a sleek term for your run-of-the-mill millennials) have become wary of the social media app. Surprise, surprise. Facebook faced backlash after it emerged that the company allowed users’ private information to be accessed by Cambridge Analytica.
Kim Kardashian Denies Rumors Of Her Romance With Drake
PSA: Kim Kardashian has never been romantically entangled with Drake and she wants everyone to know it. Hushed gossip of the glamorous kind flooded the Twitterverse over the weekend, with fans determined to uncover the truth behind the impish hints that Drake has slung at Kim Kardashian. He’s woven innuendo throughout his rap lyrics about an affair, and fans are sure that they are a direct reference to the queen of reality TV, Kim Kardashian.
Roseanne Barr Plans To Take Refuge in Israel During Premiere of ‘The Connors’
What better way to flee your troubles than by heading off to the Holy Land? Just ask Roseanne Barr - she plans on spending some time in Israel when “The Connors” premieres this fall, she told her mentor and confidant Rabbi Shmuley Boteach on his recent podcast episode. Barr was axed from the highly anticipated ABC spinoff of “Roseanne” after making racist remarks on Twitter earlier this year.
Troye Sivan’s New Album Is Sultry Bubblegum From A Pop Princeling
Troye Sivan fiddles with his romantic desires throughout his newly released album, “Bloom.” The proudly gay, Australian pop-princeling peppers the ballads with soft beats and gentle murmurs. Gone are the days in which artists would insert sly innuendos about their sexual preferences. Sivan does not shy away from discussing his queerness and, in fact, centers the album around his experiences and emotions.
Michael Cohen Makes $7M Flipping Apartments — While Crying Broke On GoFundMe
Michael Cohen is raking it in — as a “truth-fund” set up by Cohen’s lawyer Cohen continues to successfully solicit money, it has come to light that Cohen sold his stake in two apartment buildings for $13 million. It is fascinating to note the way that the tables (and our feelings) have turned for Mr. Cohen. America’s favorite turncoat will face steep legal fees in the coming months after pleading to multiple charges of felony.
Troye Sivan’s New Album Is Erotic Bubblegum From A Pop Princeling
Troye Sivan fiddles with his sexuality and his romantic desires throughout his newly released album, “Bloom.” The proudly gay, Australian pop-princeling peppers the ballads with soft beats and gentle murmurs. Gone are the days in which artists would insert sly innuendos about their sexual preferences. Sivan does not shy away from discussing his queerness and, in fact, centers the album around his experiences and emotions.
Michael Cohen Sold Apartment Shares For Millions As GoFundMe Donations Rolled In
Michael Cohen is raking it in — as a “truth-fund” set up by Cohen’s lawyer Cohen continues to successfully solicit money, it has come to light that Cohen sold his stake in two apartment buildings for $13 million. It is fascinating to note the way that the tables (and our feelings) have turned for Mr. Cohen. America’s favorite turncoat will face steep legal fees in the coming months after pleading to multiple charges of felony.
Lea Michele’s Favorite Beauty Product is Four Dollars
Why eat your veggies if you can wear them instead? We live in a slightly disturbing age in which carbs are scorned and spinach is hailed as a deity. Prioritizing health and wellness is violently trendy these days, especially among millennials, to the point that it has become commonplace to slather one’s face in a mixture concocted of elements that are typically found in a salad.
‘Don’t Worry,’ Says Matt Lauer, ‘I’ll Be Back On TV’
“Don’t worry,” Matt Lauer told a group of admiring fans. “I’ll be back on TV.” Um, Matt…that’s not what we were worried about. The former golden boy of “The Today Show” was accused by multiple women of sexual harassment and was fired by NBC last November due to “inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace.” An investigation by Variety found that more than 10 women, many of whom had complained to the network, said that Lauer had sexually harassed them in the workplace.
OJ Simpson High Fived Sacha Baron Cohen Since They’re Both ‘Lady Killers’
People doubted him, but in the first season of his new TV show, Sacha Baron Cohen brought the fire week after week. His sensational show “Who is America?” continues to fill us with immeasurable nachas (and anxiety.) He strategically chose notorious figures to target with sly barbs and sharp-edged guile. Baron Cohen has honed his comedic chops throughout the show’s first season and, so far, his guest list never disappoints.
Ivanka’s Website is Officially Shut Down
This is the end for Ivanka…or, for the time being, her fashion brand’s website. Her entrepreneurial spirit was doused earlier this summer, when the brand announced that they would discontinue in order for Ivanka to concentrate solely on her political work in Washington.
Michael Cohen Dines In Ritzy UES Restaurant Hours After Pleading Guilty
Michael Cohen, Trump’s former lawyer and confidant, has transformed into our country’s unexpected saving grace and he knows it. He can do no wrong in our eyes after executing the ultimate betrayal: pleading guilty to assisting a certain “candidate” in the 2016 election by illegally paying hush money to women that he allegedly slept with in order to influence the election in his favor.
‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’ Shows Male Vulnerability Is Sexy
We’re here to discuss the phenomenon that is quietly reentering movies: the male romantic. Banished are the days of clichéd, yawn-inducing romances in which the protagonist yearns for the broody, angsty guy. You know what we’re referring to — the kind of tough jock who’s painfully good-looking (and mysterious, naturally!) He shoves his way through the high school hallway with a black leather jacket slung over his shoulder and a sneer curled on his lips.
What Will Become Of Paul Manafort’s Hideous Ostrich Coat?
The American public anxiously awaits the verdict of Paul Manafort’s hot-button trial, but we at The Forward have heavier matters on our minds. Don’t get us wrong, we are feverishly refreshing our Twitter feeds to check if the jury has come to a decision, yet we can’t help but fixate on a certain aspect of this judicial rigmarole. What happens to Manafort’s ostrich coat if he is sent to jail?
Trevor Noah Scoffs at Strzok’s Shameless GoFundMe Attempt
Nothing gets us like an adulterous rendezvous between two high-powered government officials. It sounds like the kind of cheesy rom-com that would tank at the box-office, but we are nonetheless stupefied and enthralled by Peter Strzok’s lack of stealth and, quite frankly, brain cells. Peter Strzok was fired from the FBI last Monday, months after it was discovered that he had texted Lisa Paige, FBI lawyer and Strzok’s lover, regarding his animosity towards President Trump.
Omarosa: Ivanka Couldn’t Stop Whining About ‘Complicit’ Sketch
Ivanka Trump has remained largely unscathed by the verbal missiles that Omarosa Manigault Newman has lobbed at the White House…until now. Despite her impeccable image, we have always suspected that Ivanka Trump is not as indifferent to the scandals that envelope her father’s presidency as she seems. As Jewish women and students of the human condition, how can we not be invested in uncovering the truth behind Trump’s impassive facade?
15 Moments That Inspired Faith In Humanity This Past (Jewish) Year
We’re only just past the halfway point of 2018, but the Jewish year 5778 is drawing to a close. And man, oh Manischewitz, it has truly been a whirlwind. As Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, rapidly approaches, we feel compelled to share some of our favorite moments from the past year. Biblically, Rosh Hashanah is called “Yom Teruah,” or “the day of the blast.” So, let’s go off.
Starbucks To Launch Notorious Pumpkin Spice Lattes…In August
Rumors have been swirling that Starbucks plans on blessing us with an early launch date of the Pumpkin Spice Latte, the drink that we love to hate and hate to love. Business Insider uncovered documents (yes, intrigue!) that confirm Starbucks plans on launching the seasonal drink on August 28 instead of during September, as the corporation typically tends to do. The last time that Starbucks decided to initiate fall early with a summertime PSL drop was 2014, and we wish them luck.
Gal Gadot Will Voice A Race Car Driver In Disney’s ‘Wreck It Ralph 2’
Disney fans, meet the newest character on the block: she’s not a princess, she’s a leather-wearing race car driver. Gal Gadot is slated to star in Disney’s “Ralph Breaks The Internet”, the sequel to the box office hit, “Wreck It Ralph”. She will provide her voice for the character Shank in the upcoming movie. Shank is a powerhouse female, a tenacious and skilled driver. Gadot has spoken out about the role, saying, “Shank is amazing at driving cars and has this bad-girl vibe to her.
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