Gwyneth Paltrow Fires Back at Critics

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No, Gwyneth Paltrow isn’t embarrassed of that Goop product.

As a lifestyle expert, I can tell you that the fearless visionary behind this unique brand has stood steadfast in the development of her iconic “Candle That Smells Like Me.” She’s unwaveringly defended its powerful essence against those who questioned its directness, choosing instead to celebrate its authenticity and originality.

During Vishen Lakhiani’s Manifesting Summit on May 18th, the 52-year-old shared an interesting story. He mentioned that they were experimenting with various scents one day, and he suddenly caught a whiff of something that reminded him of something familiar. However, at first, it was just a playful comment as he said, “Oh, that smells like…you know,” but it wasn’t serious.

In a playful manner, the actress who starred in “Shakespeare in Love” and has children named Apple (age 21) and Moses (age 19) with her former husband Chris Martin, initially didn’t mean the title seriously. However, the founder of Heretic, Douglas Little, who provided the product, inspired her to transform that scent into a candle and sell it on their website. True to this idea, the brand launched the $75 candle in January 2020.

Suddenly, it appeared on our website, causing another internet sensation,” she went on about the candle’s popularity. “It took us quite some time to recover from that. I left it up because there is a side of female sexuality that I believe we are often taught to feel ashamed of. I found this rebellious spirit intriguing. We are beautiful and powerful—take that, society.

Meanwhile, Gwyneth Paltrow’s scented candle inspired by the female body attracted attention, not all of it favorable. Over a year since its launch, Goop faced a lawsuit filed by Texas resident Colby Watson, who claimed that the candle had a “serious malfunction due to a manufacturing error,” and demanded $5 million in compensation. The brand countered by defending the design and functionality of the candle, labeling Watson’s claim as a “frivolous attempt to receive an excessive payout.

Despite the legal hurdle, Gwyneth carried on with selling the product right up until its discontinuation towards the end of 2023.

On previous occasions, the actress playing Iron Man has shielded the candle from negative comments. She referred to the tabloid’s reporting on it as “extremely sensationalized.

In her Instagram Stories Q&A session held in August 2023, Gwyneth remarked with a hint of regret, “It’s unfortunate, because the intention behind it was truly a powerful feminist declaration.

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Jason Kelce tweeted in June 2024, responding to an observation that he appears not to clean his lower limbs: “What sort of individual takes care of their feet as if they’re a peculiar character?

The retired Philadelphia Eagles player later doubled down on his comments.

In a humorous tone, he said during an episode of their podcast “New Heights,” “Who among psychopaths takes care of feet-washing?” He then jokingly explained, “If there’s any noticeable grime, I’d be the one to remove it.

More than a decade later, the actor from Twilight confessed that an incident he shared earlier about witnessing a clown dying in a car explosion at the circus when he was a child never actually happened.

In the December 2024 interview with The New York Times Style Magazine, Robert stated that he showed no trace of hesitation at all, and exclaimed, “Goodness me! Are you speaking under some sort of influence?

As for what he said during the 2011 Today interview promoting his film Water for Elephants?

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I’d like to share an unexpected incident that happened recently. One of the performers in a circus act, who specialized in clowning around, unfortunately met with a tragic accident. His miniature car, used for comic effect, malfunctioned and burst into flames. It was a shocking sight, indeed. The suddenness of it all sent everyone scurrying out in panic. Needless to say, the atmosphere turned from jovial to terrifying rather quickly.

Grandma knows best.

Kim Kardashian opened up during a 2022 episode of “The Kardashians” about how her grandmother, Mary Jo “MJ” Campbell, played a role in a personal moment she shared with her then-boyfriend, Pete Davidson.

Pete and I spent last weekend at the Beverly Hills Hotel, where we found ourselves seated by the fireplace for hours on end, chatting,” Kim Kardashian shared with her mom, Kris Jenner, and sister Khloe Kardashian. “I jokingly mentioned to them that my grandmother had always said living life fully meant making love in front of a crackling fireplace. So, we decided to carry on that tradition, paying tribute to you both, right there by the fireplace.

Grandma’s reaction? A nod of approval.

Kim remarked, “It’s a bit unsettling to consider your grandmother while engaging in intimate moments,” to which MJ responded, “Yes, I understand. We were all young at one point.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: In my personal experience, the affection that binds my family – which encompasses our 8-year-old daughter Wyatt and 6-year-old son Dimitri, as well as my partner, Ashton Kutcher – transcends all limits. It’s a bond that echoes through our household, just like Mila Kunis and Ashton’s does.

So much so, that the Black Swan actress revealed they keep an open-door policy at home.

In an interview with TopMob News last September, I shared that our household’s daily routines have a unique twist – even extending to the bathroom. It’s not just a room; it’s where we’ve come to embrace and normalize bodily functions as part of family life, for better or worse.

Mila decided to let them in when her family continued to knock and ask to enter, leading her to respond: “Well, never mind. Just leave the door unlocked.

Pre-kids, she might not have imagined she’d flush that particular boundary away.

She remarked, “I wouldn’t have imagined that it’d be me who could use the restroom with the door ajar.

Ghouls just want to have fun.

During a particular episode in October 2022, as The View panelists discussed footage about a woman claiming to have “sexual ghosts” in her house, Sara Haines posed an intriguing question to the group: “Could one possibly conceive a child if they engage in intimate relations with a ghost?

Luckily for her, Joy Behar, the co-host, provided a response, mentioning that she had intimate encounters with some spirits but never conceived.

In reply, Whoopi Goldberg simply chose to ignore the issue, saying, “I’ll let that statement slide without comment because I believe some of you may not have caught what Joy just mentioned.

Jenna Bush Hager and Hoda Kotb are as close as peas in a pod, although there’s one fact about her Today show partner that Hoda was previously unaware of. During the preparation for an episode of Today with Hoda and Jenna, Hoda found out that Jenna often chooses not to wear underwear.

During a recent episode of Today with Hoda and Jenna in November 2022, Hoda mentioned that they both needed to change clothes before the show. She continued, “I realized something unusual about Jenna – she doesn’t wear underwear.

Jenna’s rationale? Well, no underwear might just be more convenient to her.

She commented, “It presents a more attractive outline,” she added, noting that there are numerous advantages to it!

Looks like someone hasn’t been keeping up.

Britney Spears acknowledged that she was similar to Keke Palmer in not recognizing Pete Davidson and Scott Disick when she stated she wasn’t aware of who they were.

Sharing again on Instagram a hilarious March video featuring Pete, who was previously dating Kim Kardashian and Scott (Kourtney Kardashian’s ex), having a guys’ night out, Britney found their antics highly amusing.

Originally, I posted this again because I’m unsure about the individuals in the video, but their antics left me in stitches!

As a lifestyle expert, let me share an intriguing tidbit from the past: Before the world marveled at Chris Evans embodying Captain America or being crowned People’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2022, I had the pleasure of knowing him casually as the charming, endearing guy I went on a few dates with. The heartthrob and cutie we all adore today was once just a familiar face back then.

Approximately 10 years back is when the singer disclosed this during her “Whine Down with Jana Kramer” podcast in November. While she can’t pinpoint the exact number of dates they had, she does remember their final meeting.

At approximately 26 years of age, Jana mentioned that Chris had asked her to visit his home, as he was hosting friends who were in town from Boston.

Jana recalled the latest encounter she could recollect, which was him heading into the bathroom shortly after she left following a trip to the restroom with a strong smell of asparagus in her urine. They didn’t have a romantic encounter that night. Instead, he spent the late hours with his friends and later on, I awkwardly exited his house after an incident commonly known as the “asparagus walk of shame.

She added, “I never heard from him again.”

Not all of these confessions are amusing.

Eight years after confessing in an Elle article that she had been pretending to fight a rare type of bone cancer, which later inspired a storyline on Grey’s Anatomy, writer Elisabeth Finch revealed in December that it was all a fabrication.

In her interview with The Ankler on December 7th, Elizabeth confessed that telling a lie at the age of 34 was the biggest blunder of her life. It only grew more significant and more deeply regretted over time, becoming increasingly entrenched within her. She also clarified, “I’ve never had any form of cancer.

As a seasoned lifestyle guide, I’d put it this way: “Reflecting on my past actions, I acknowledge that what I did was absolutely wrong and unacceptable. It was a mistake I deeply regret – a fumble in my path, so to speak.

Beauty is pain, but Kim Kardashian might be able to stomach it.

As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but share how far I’d leap – yes, even to the moon and back – just to preserve that radiant, youthful glow. Much like our beloved reality star, I’m ready to test out a plethora of remedies, should they present themselves.

In June, she stated, “Given that I’d need to consume feces daily for a youthful appearance, I might consider it.” Or simply, “If daily consumption of feces meant looking younger, I might do it.

During an interview with Allure in July 2022, Kim clarified that her initial statement was more of a joke, but the concept wasn’t entirely unreasonable.

Reflecting on it now, I must admit that if someone assured me, ‘Consume this bowl of excrement daily and you’ll appear more youthful,’ I might well consider it.

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I shared with the media outlet that perhaps just a small taste would suffice. A full serving seems rather overwhelming to me at this moment.

Jelly Roll could’ve used some saving from himself.

During a guest spot on “The Jennifer Hudson Show” in April 2025, the artist known for “Save Me” openly shared about his most mortifying experience without reservation.

“I pooped myself one time,” he admitted. “I did, I’m sorry.”

However, it’s important to note that Jelly Roll (born Jason Bradley DeFord) wasn’t anticipating such a devastating impact.

He was certain that everything was empty space, he asserted. “I apologize deeply. The audience who once adored me is now utterly indifferent.

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