Gisele Bundchen Celebrates V-Day ... No Tom This Year, But I Love My Dogs!!!

It's Gisele Bundchen's first Valentine's Day without Tom Brady in over a decade -- but she's still showing love for the romantic holiday nonetheless ... shouting out her doggos in a sappy IG post.

The supermodel -- who used to write about her love for TB12 every Feb. 14 -- switched up her message in the wake of her recent divorce from the NFL legend ... this year, choosing to pen a note to her pups.

"Pure love!!" said Gisele, who officially filed to split from Tom in October. "I am convinced they are little angels on Earth. Happy Valentine's Day to all! ❤️❤️❤️"

She added three photos to the post as well -- showing her getting some lovey kisses from the pets.

Of course, on this day just 12 months ago -- before trouble in paradise with the couple brewed -- Gisele and Tom swapped mushy messages about each other on their social media pages.

Bunchden even revealed she was planting trees in his honor to show him love.

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The couple had dated since 2006 -- and were married for 13 years.

For his part, Tom also posted a message for V-Day on his IG on Tuesday morning ... sharing a quote that read, "Love is not a transaction; it is a certain exuberance and sweetness of your emotion."

Paris Hilton Decked Out In Valentine's Day Fit For Date Night with Hubby

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Paris Hilton's wearing her heart on her sleeve, leg, chest and everything in between -- so, basically, repping hard for Valentine's Day in a red and pink get-up on the eve of the holiday.

The reality star/entrepreneur and hubby Carter Reum kicked off their love celebration Monday night ... hitting up celeb hot spot Craig's in WeHo for dinner. And, her outfit certainly created quite a moment.

Paris's knee-length red dress was covered in pink hearts, and she accessorized with a red heart-shaped bag ... which had "Taken" plastered on it. Shout out to Carter!

The couple posed for pics and she briefly talked about her new metaverse dating show "Parisland" ... promising others they could find love in the virtual world.

As we reported, Paris and her husband announced they had a brand new baby last month ...  something the 2 have desired since their lush wedding weekend back in 2021.

BTW, "Parisland" launched on The Sandbox gaming system on Monday for anyone wanting to see Paris getting her matchmaking on ... or just find love themselves.

'Cause we all know how successful reality show couples have been. 😜

Happy V-day!

Red-Hot Ladies In Lingerie Guess Who!

It's Valentine's Day and love is in the air ... so go on and settle your cupid curiosity and see if you can uncover these red-hot baes!

Most lovebirds might be having a candlelit dinner, or perhaps a little breakfast in bed?? Well, these glorious gals have opted for dressing down to their finest lingerie, and they're setting quite the mood. They're really just missing their other half, aka YOU!

Swipe through this alluring gallery of red-hot ladies in lingerie and see if you can guess who is ready to take things to the next level this Valentine's Day!

XOXO!

Bill Maher Women Have Been Played by Tinder But In-Person Dating Coming Back

Bill Maher is OLD-SCHOOL -- he says men as a group are like heat-seeking missiles when it comes to sex, whereas women prioritize communication as an entry point. He thinks women got the short end of the stick over the last 10 years, but it's changing.

The "Real Time" host delivered his Valentine's Day message Friday night, grousing that the phone has been used by men to satisfy their basic instinct ... and women have played along.

Bill generalizes that women like communication ... something that just doesn't happen when the options are either "yes" or "next."

But he says there's a new/old trend -- courting people in person -- and it's kinda hilarious. Markets that have narrow isles so people can feel each other's energy.  His Home Depot story may piss off lots of people, but in fairness, it's really funny.

Oh, and there's this. He says the evidence was there all along. If any guy took notice of "The Bachelor" and 1,000 other dating shows, they'd know there's still a market for meeting at the market.

Punxsutawney Phil Groundhog Day Prediction No Love, Just Parkas and Gloves

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If you were thinking moving your spring clothes to the front of the closet, not so fast ... because a famous rodent may have torpedoed your plan.

Punxsutawney Phil emerged from the dirt Thursday morning at Gobbler's Knob, PA for Groundhogs day ... and this time around he saw his shadow ... which means 6 more weeks of winter.

Thousands of folks gathered for this year's celebration. Fact is ... this year it doesn't take a groundhog to tell you it's frickin' cold with no end in sight!

BTW, Tom Brady announced his retirement almost exactly a year ago before taking it back a week later, soooooo ....

Mass Shooting 11 Killed in Massacre During Lunar New Year ... Suspected Gunman Dead

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1:23 PM PT -- 1/23 -- The death toll rises to 11 after one of the hospitalized victims has died, according to hospital officials.

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5:37 AM PT -- The police confirmed the man in the van is the suspected gunman. He died by suicide.

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4:59 PM PT -- A man was found dead Sunday in a white van that police had reason to believe may be connected to the mass shooting in Monterey Park -- this after shooting himself.

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The van had been surrounded by law enforcement in a standoff down in Torrance, and a loud noise could be heard inside. After a tactical team approached and looked inside, they found a dead body. It's unclear if this man is, in fact, the suspect who'd been on the run.

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Some reports have indicated it may be him, but the official word isn't out yet. A motive has yet to be ascribed to the massacre.

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9:25 AM PT -- Sheriff's officials say ... the 10 people found dead at the scene were 5 women and 5 men.

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One suspect, described as an "Asian male," fled the scene. It's still unknown if this and a possibly related incident in nearby Alhambra are connected.

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The Sheriff's Office says they have not ruled out a hate crime. They also stated they do not believe at this time that an assault rifle was used in the shooting.

A gunman killed 10 people and wounded 10 others in a mass shooting at a popular dance studio in Monterey Park.

The assailant went on his bloody rampage late Saturday night near where people had been celebrating the Lunar New Year Festival in Monterey Park. Thousands of people had attended that event about an hour earlier ... organizers later canceled festivities scheduled for Sunday.

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After the attack at the dance hall, the shooter fled. Police have not disclosed a motive and have no description of the suspect. No weapon was found either.

CNN interviewed a witness who said people usually hang out at the ballroom on weekends, but they were also marking the Chinese Lunar New Year ... "So as these celebrations were going on, these shots rang out."

L.A. Sheriff's Department Captain Andrew Meyer described a chaotic scene after police responded to a "shots fired call" around 10:20 PM.

"When officers arrived on scene, they observed numerous individuals, patrons of the location pouring out of the location, screaming," Meyer said. "The officers made entry to the location and located additional victims."

Meyer said the fire department also responded to the scene and treated the injured before transporting them to area hospitals. The victims were listed in various conditions ranging from stable to critical.

The Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation with assistance from the FBI. Investigators are looking into a possibly related incident in nearby Alhambra.

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Allen Lazard $10K Taunting Fine Rescinded ... Packers Star Gloats

Allen Lazard's wallet won't be 10 Gs lighter after all ... the NFL rescinded the $10,609 fine it hit him with after he appeared to taunt Dolphins players in a Christmas Day game -- and the Packers star couldn't have been happier about it.

The league initially forced Aaron Rodgers' favorite target to shell out the big bucks after he counted to three following a vicious block that took out three Dolphins defenders on one play back in Green Bay's 26-20 win over Miami on Dec. 25.

Lazard delivered the hit -- which allowed his running back, Aaron Jones, to get loose -- and then celebrated afterward, pointing out how many bodies he knocked to the ground. The NFL didn't like it, and fined him days later.

But, the league changed its tune Friday ... saying in a letter to the receiver, "After reviewing the arguments and video presented to me during the appeal, I have concluded that the evidence does not warrant a fine for this violation."

The announcement was music to Lazard's ears ... who tweeted, "Guys, they aren’t going to fine me anymore for counting to 3!!!"

He added, "#JusticeIsServed."

Stars In The Snow Celebs Enjoying The Cold Weather! ❄

Even on a cold winter's day ... these celebrities are always ready to strike a pose and still manage to look hot showing off that winter glow! Check out some of your favorite stars snapping pics in the snow!

Five-time Olympic snowboarder Shaun White is used to those freezing temps, as if the bare feet weren't proof enough ... and model Jordyn Woods is bundled up, posin' for the camera in her snow gear.

Kylie Jenner might not be that close with Jordyn anymore, but that ain't gonna stop the billionaire from getting dolled up for a frozen outing, too.

Soccer star Romeo Beckham isn't just into the international sport like his pops ... because it looks like he's taken up snowball chucking as a hobby!

Good thing these celebs properly layered up for the cold -- frostbite ain't worth it, ya snow bunnies!!! ❄

MLK & Coretta Scott 'The Embrace' Statue Unveiled ... Gets Mixed Reactions Online

A statue honoring Martin Luther King Jr. and his wife, Coretta Scott King, was unveiled this week -- depicting a famous hug they gave each other ... but not everyone sees that.

The art piece is called "The Embrace," and it was shown off in public for the first time Friday ... with a large crowd on hand in the Freedom Plaza of the Boston Common to help ring in the new addition to the space. Some King family members were also there for the honor.

Sculptor Hank Willis Thomas is the man behind the monument -- and he says he designed "The Embrace" after a 1964 photo of MLK wrapping Coretta up after hearing he'd won the Nobel Peace Prize that year. However, he decided to just show off their arms interlocking.

While the sculpture is being praised by many, it's being questioned by others -- especially on Twitter, where some can't understand why the creator didn't include their heads.

Even more people online are doing double takes ... saying they interpret the piece in different ways, especially from certain angles. For instance, some say it looks like one of the arms is holding onto a thigh -- which comes across as inappropriate for the select few who see it that way.

Of course, there are those who are outright mocking it, despite the seriousness of the subject. Everybody's a critic, we suppose -- and this one's in the eye of the beholder. 🤷🏽‍♂️

MLK Day is on Monday, BTW. Enjoy the holiday!

Equinox Shuts Out New Members On Jan. 1 ... Snub to Short-Term Clients

Fitness company Equinox is catchin' heat online after launching a day-long campaign to lock out newcomers, blasting that all too common New Year's resolution -- hit the gym, and then quickly give up.

Those looking to start 2023 off with a bang would've been met with a message to stop you in your tracks ... that is, if you tried getting an Equinox membership -- because the company's "We Don't Speak January" campaign was plastered all over its site.

Equinox said it wasn't signing up new clients on January 1, calling the month a "fantasy delivered to your door in a pastel-colored box."

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The company says life doesn't start at beginning of the year -- and neither does Equinox, apparently.

An interesting concept ... but one that was met with negativity online. One potential client called the campaign "super cringe and pointless," and another said, "I hate equinox for many reasons, but this is definitely a new low."

The point of the campaign was to drive dedication to the brand, according to Brian Collins -- who worked on the concept ... as a way to "snub short-term resolutions."

Clearly a polarizing ad campaign, but hey -- it ain't Jan. 1 anymore, so get that sweat on!

Nick Cannon Scoffs at Vasectomy Question ... 'My Body, My Choice!

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Nick Cannon has words for anyone who thinks he's had too many kids ... "My body, My choice!"

Nick appeared on CNN's NYE show and the ever-inquisitive Andy Cohen asked him if he'd consider getting a vasectomy. Nick's response was essentially ... not anyone's biz but mine.

Andy pressed the father of 12 ... "Do you want to hit 20?"

Nick was honest, even if the answer wasn't especially satisfying ... "Clearly, I don't have a plan. That should've been clear from the jump."

As we reported, Nick welcomed baby #12 last month. Another great name -- Halo, the little girl he had with Alyssa Scott.

A month before that, Nick welcomed another baby girl, Beautiful Zeppelin with Abby De La Rosa. And in September, he welcomed son Rise Messiah with Brittany Bell.

Two weeks before Rise was born, Nick welcomed daughter Onyx Ice with LaNisha Cole, a 'Price is Right' model.

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And in June, he and Bre Tiesi welcomed their first child together, Legendary.

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J Lo, Khloe, Bad Bunny and More Here's How We Rang in 2023!!!

Jennifer Lopez rang in the new year in traditional fashion, sippin' the bubbly as the clock struck 12, and she was not alone.

Tons of celebs put on their Saturday/Sunday finest and mugged for the cam.  Khloe Kardashian rocked 2023 shades, in case anyone forgot what year we were entering.

Bad Bunny stripped it all down to the essentials ... partying with a red solo cup.

David Beckham and fam celebrated with fireworks, while Gwyneth Paltrow escaped L.A.'s cement jungle for a tropical vacay with her brood.

Courteney Cox got all sentimental, planting a big smooch on BF Johnny McDaid, and Nick Carter dined with friends at Carbone in Vegas.

There were more ... Kylie and Kendall Jenner grabbed some grub with pals Hailey Bieber and Stassie Karanikolaou in Aspen after a day of skiing.

Happy New Year!!!

Ryan Seacrest on NYE I'm Takin' It Easy on the Boozin' ... No Shade to CNN Crew!!!

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Ryan Seacrest will be sober as a bat when the clock strikes midnight later this evening -- a rule he's imposing on himself amid CNN's widely-reported alcohol ban for their NYE hosts.

We ran into the 'AI' alum Saturday on the streets of NYC -- this as he was getting ready to go through the marathon that is his annual gig with ABC ... namely, emceeing "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" and helping Disney ring in 2023, which he's done for a while now.

Of course ... we had to ask the guy about his drinking regimen for the night, especially after he publicly sided with CNN brass this week about limiting the network's on-air boozing.

In light of that, Ryan tells us he won't be imbibing heavily while working. In fact, he says he's gonna save the good stuff 'til well after 12:00 AM, presumably when he's off camera. It's interesting he says that ... it would seem Ryan firmly believes in keeping things professional.

It's a bit ambiguous whether that's a shot at Anderson Cooper/Andy Cohen and the rest of the CNN team -- who have a rep for downing shots during their broadcast -- but when we asked RS if there was any shade ... he suggested it was all love for everyone in his position.

While Ryan will be steering clear of booze through most of tonight, all eyes will be on CNN to see if they follow the orders they've been given ... or if they cut loose like years past.

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Happy New Year!

Tristan Thompson I Wanna Dance with Somebody ... True!!!

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Tristan Thompson and Khloe Kardashian have their differences, but something clearly binds them ... their daughter, True.

Tristan posted this video of 4-year-old True, dancing up a storm in a kitchen. It's unclear if this was shot in Tristan or Khloe's house, but either way ... pretty cute.

They're dancing to "There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back." Watch ... True shows off her vocals!

It's unclear what the child custody arrangement is ... but clearly Tristan was able to spend some holiday time with his daughter.

Our sources say Tristan and Khloe are getting along ... despite the fact she learned he had gotten another woman pregnant while lobbying her to go for a second child via surrogate -- which they did.

And, speaking of that other woman, as we reported, Maralee Nichols and Tristan settled their bitter custody case ... he's paying her $9,500 a month in child support.

Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sanchez Ski-Son's Greetings! ❄ ... Hit Aspen Slopes

Jeff Bezos and his boo Lauren Sanchez are living their best lives this holiday season ... tacklin' the slopes in the snow as a couple!

Jeff and Lauren strapped on some ski boots and took to Aspen, CO Tuesday -- enjoyin' each other's company, no doubt ... as they tried their luck on some of the many slopes in the area.

We're told the couple was on the slopes for about an hour and a half before comin' back down around lunchtime. JB and LS were also a part of a big group with an instructor -- unclear if any of Jeff's high-profile pals tagged along, though.

As you know, Jeff and Lauren have been inseparable for the last 3 years, traveling the world and essentially living together. Lauren even revealed she's planning on blasting into space on Bezos' Blue Origin rocket next year, and it's gonna be an all-female crew.

Sounds like this is another trip for the books ... BTW -- unclear what's bein' passed out on the ski lift here, but Lauren's making it look like her card just got pulled out of a deck! What a magical time.

Southwest Airlines Still Cancelin' Tons Of Flights ... CEO Attempts To Rally Employees

It's lookin' like hell on Earth this holiday season for Southwest passengers, and cancelations still aren't easing up -- but it looks like the CEO is hoping to encourage his employees to get the job done during this nightmare.

The Dallas-based air transport company nixed another 2,500 flights Tuesday, according to CNBC ... or roughly 63% of its flights. For those unaware, Southwest also killed 70% the day before.

CEO Bob Jordan reportedly sent a message to his employees after customers were getting stranded at airports ... saying, "We’ve got to get out of this. We’ve got to get to the point where we’re reliable and we get our Customers, our Crews, our aircraft, everything on track."

Southwest is gunning to fly on a third of its schedule throughout the week -- with the goal of simply getting planes and crews where they're needed. Jordan says, however, "Obviously that will have even more impact on our Customers."

The company says it'll "honor reasonable requests for reimbursement for meals, hotel, and alternate transportation,” according to its website ... as long as passengers can provide a receipt to match.

FYI -- the U.S. Department of Transportation announced an investigation into Southwest Monday ... saying it's going to look into the "unacceptable rate of cancellations and delays & reports of lack of prompt customer service."

Hundreds of bags stranded, 5-hour waits at customer service desks -- walking home ain't soundin' so bad anymore.