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He Played Cooper in “Center Stage.” See Ethan Stiefel Now at 49. <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/07/cooper-main.png?strip=1&resize=640%2C360&quality=82" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Ethan Stiefel in “Center Stage” - 1”> Columbia Pictures READ THIS NEXT: See ’90s Teen Idol Mark-Paul Gosselaar Now at 48 . <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/07/cooper.png?w=500" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Ethan Stiefel in “Center Stage” - 2”> Columbia Pictures During the time that Stiefel made Center Stage , he was a principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre. Stiefel....

Heath Ledger & Jake Gyllenhaal “Clashed” on “Brokeback Mountain” Set, Director Says Vince Bucci/Getty Images Brokeback Mountain was one of the most acclaimed movies of 2005, and the roles of Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist remain two of the most memorable performances by Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal . The actors starred opposite each other as two cowboys having a decades-long affair in the film adapted from a short story of the same name....

Here’s Why Your Dog Is Really Spinning in Circles, According to Experts Puleo / iStock Most dog parents have seen their pooch spin around in a circle at least once or twice. We usually chalk it up to our pet being silly, and we think it’s cute, maybe even taking a video of the funny behavior. But when this starts occurring frequently, you might find yourself wondering if it’s something to be concerned about....

Home Depot Is Selling Tiny Homes for $6,000—Are They Worth It? iStock / felixmizioznikov Over the past decade, the idea of giving up a traditional house in favor of a more compact tiny home has become a booming subculture. Proponents of the fun-sized living quarters say the smaller square footage can help reduce the stress of upkeep and make it easier to live a minimalist lifestyle. The boom in popularity has even made it less complicated to find pre-fab units for anyone looking for an even easier transition, with big box stores like Home Depot selling tiny homes for about $6,000 each....

How to Get Rid of Possums in Your Yard, According to Pest Experts mtruchon/iStock Some appreciate possums for their unique appearance and status as the only marsupial native to North America. And unlike other nocturnal mammals, such as raccoons , they play a role in natural pest control by eating cockroaches, snails, slugs and small rodents, according to the Humane Society. But if you’re dealing with an infestation on your property that might be getting too close for comfort, you may prefer that possums do their thing somewhere other than your yard....

How to Safely Store Fruit to Keep It Fresh and Tasty Olena Ivanova / Shutterstock Wasting food never feels good, but it can be especially frustrating when you’ve just spent a fortune on it. This is often the case with produce, which tends to drive up the shopping bill and lose freshness fast. Since fruit is typically among the first things to spoil once you’ve brought your grocery haul home, it pays to learn how to lengthen its shelf life and avoid premature rotting....

Hugh Hefner’s Widow Reveals His Last Words Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic via Getty Images Despite Hugh Hefner telling his third wife, Crystal Hefner , to “only say good things” about him, she’s telling her story—including what it was like to be married to the Playboy founder —in her new book. She writes in Only Say Good Things: Surviving Playboy and Finding Myself about her relationship with the magazine publisher, who died in 2017 at the age of 91....

I “Tracked” My Kid. Here’s Why You Should Too. Shutterstock Lifestyle journalist and television commentator Trae Bodge wanted a way to keep tabs on her 12-year-old daughter as she learned to enjoy her independence—so she downloaded an app to track her location. Ultimately, doing so increased the level of trust between mother and daughter. This is her story, as told to Best Life. The spring before my daughter graduated fifth grade, she and her friends asked if they could hang out by themselves in the downtown area of our New Jersey suburb....

I Married a Younger Woman. Here’s Why I Regret It. Shutterstock Mark, 57, met Sarah, 45, at a conference when he was 33 and she was 22, and they hit it off immediately in spite of an 11-year age difference. At the time, they were living on opposite coasts, so they did long-distance for several years before deciding to get married. For a long time, their age gap didn’t seem to be an issue....

If You Get a Call From These Numbers, “Don’t Believe Your Caller ID,” FBI Says in New Warning pikselstock / Shutterstock If you’ve never been called by a scammer or gotten a robocall , consider yourself very lucky. Most of us are plagued by near-constant calls from fraudsters, all looking to make a quick buck off of unsuspecting victims. You’re probably aware of some common scams conducted through text and email, but when someone tries to trick you over the phone, it can be more disorienting....

If You Have Any of These Meat Products, Do Not Eat Them, USDA Warns stockcreations / Shutterstock When you go grocery shopping, you trust that the items on the shelf have been properly vetted to ensure safety. That’s true, of course, but sometimes products do fall through the cracks and become subject to recall . For those of us who purchase meat and poultry products, food safety is particularly concerning, as tainted meat can contain harmful bacteria such as Salmonella , Listeria , and E....

If You Shop at Walmart, Prepare to “Get What You Want” With This Major Change Sundry Photography / Shutterstock The idea of “getting what you want” feels somewhat synonymous with Walmart. After all, there’s a reason that Walmart reigns as the largest retailer in the U.S., and it’s the company’s varied departments and different ways to shop online and in-store. Walmart has shown itself to be effective as keeping up with the times, and now another change is on the horizon: The retailer is working on a significant upgrade....

If You Want to Lose Weight, “Avoid These Foods Like the Plague,” Fitness Expert Says Joni Hanebutt/Shutterstock Trying to lose weight this summer? You’re not alone—and the supermarket can be one of your biggest obstacles. While loading up on fresh produce and lean proteins is a great start, navigating the rest of the grocery aisles gets tricky fast. That’s because many packaged foods marketed as “healthy” or “weight-loss friendly” are actually working against you....

IRS Extends Tax Deadline for 12 States—Do You Qualify? NoDerog / iStock Tomorrow is April 15, National Tax Day—the deadline for most Americans to pay their federal and state taxes. But for some people living in certain areas throughout the country, that deadline has been extended by the IRS . Anyone who is in a state that has been struggling with the effects of natural disasters has until May 1, 2025 to file their 2024 taxes—and three states have until the fall....

Is Sorghum the Next Quinoa? Meet the Superfood You’ve Never Heard Of The United Sorghum Checkoff Program Quinoa, barley, bulgar, farro—While these whole grains might not be in your regular dinner rotation, you’ve likely heard of them. But what about sorghum? This grain has a pleasant nutty flavor, and it’s high in protein and packed with antioxidants. But most Americans are unaware of the superfood . RELATED: This Superfood Can Help Prevent Heart Disease, Weight Gain, and More—But You’re Probably Not Eating It ....

Jane Fonda Says She Was “Very Shy” Filming “Barbarella”: “I Had to Get Drunk” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/06/barbarella-main.png?strip=1&resize=640%2C360&quality=82" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Jane Fonda in “Barbarella” - 1”> Paramount Pictures In 1968, Jane Fonda starred in the cult sci-fi movie Barbarella as a human who is sent on a mission into space in the far future. Rather than being a serious take on science fiction, the film—which is based on a French comic series—is campy and sexy....

Jeremy Renner’s Trainer Shares Details of Actor’s “Excruciating” Pain and Recovery Jon Kopaloff / Getty Images Despite facing “excruciating” pain and discomfort, Jeremy Renner is miraculously on the mend following his harrowing snow plow accident that nearly left him dead. In a new interview with People , Renner’s chiropractic sports physician and trainer, Christopher Vincent , MD, opened up about the actor’s “drive and determination” as he embarks on a challenging road to full recovery....

Katy Perry to Quit “American Idol” Over Producers Making Her Look “Nasty,” Source Says <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/katy-main.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Katy Perry on “American Idol” in May 2023 - 1”> ABC / Eric McCandless After six seasons of consistency, it sounds like the American Idol judging panel could be changing again. Ever since the singing competition showed moved from Fox to ABC in 2018, the contestants have been judged by music stars Katy Perry , Lionel Richie , and Luke Bryan ....

Ken Jennings Breaks Silence on Mayim Bialik’s “Jeopardy!” Exit <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/mayim-ken.png?strip=1&resize=640%2C360&quality=82" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Mayim Bialik and Ken Jennings in a September 2022 “Jeopardy!” video - 1”> Jeopardy! / YouTube After two years of sharing hosting duties with Ken Jennings , Mayim Bialik announced on Dec. 15 that she would no longer be hosting syndicated Jeopardy! The news came after a year in which Bialik was mostly away from the podium. In May, the actor stepped down from her hosting duties in solidarity with the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike, and she didn’t return after the series’ summer hiatus when filming resumed in August, or when the WGA strike ended on Sept....

Measles Now Spreading in 4 States: “A Relentlessly Increasing Threat” CHBD/iStock It’s not uncommon to worry about viruses including COVID-19 or the flu each winter, when seasonal conditions make outbreaks somewhat more likely. But occasionally, we’re reminded that those familiar foes aren’t the only potentially serious pathogens that can pop up. Health officials in a handful of states now say they are monitoring for spreading measles cases after more than a dozen were reported, U....