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Game of Thrones' Kit Harington and Rose Leslie Are Married. Kit Harington and Rose Leslie's wedding isn't coming -- it's officially here! The Game of Thrones actor, who plays Jon Snow, and his former co-star, who played his Wildling lover Ygritte, tied the knot on Saturday in a church service near the Wardhill Castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, according to reports. Leslie, who has been with Harington for four years, is a descendant of King Charles II and the 12th-century castle, which is now a popular wedding venue and private hotel, has been owned by her family for the past 900 years. The bride wore a long sleeve ivory lace wedding dress, a white flower crown and cathedral veil and carried a bouquet of white roses. Her father Sebastian Leslie, an Aberdeenshire councilor and the chief of the ancient Leslie Clan, dressed in a traditional Scottish kilt, escorted her. Harington wore a long black jacket over a cream vest, white shirt, black tie and gray pinstriped pants. Guests cheered and tossed confetti on the happy couple as they made their way back up the aisle and drove off in a Land Rover adorned with "Just Married" signs en route to a reception on the castle grounds. "We are absolutely thrilled for Kit and Rose to be marrying today," Leslie's father Sebastian Leslie told reporters before the ceremony. "It's an absolutely lovely day for us." Family and friends attended the private ceremony, including Game of Thrones stars and other celebs. While the couple has kept their off-screen romance on the private side, news of their wedding date and engagement were first revealed through local media. While the couple has kept their off-screen romance on the private side, news of their wedding date and engagement were first revealed through local media. Rewind to September 2017 when the couple's official announcement was made in The London Times. "The engagement is announced between Kit, younger son of David and Deborah Harrington of Worcestershire, and Rose, middle daughter of Sebastian and Candy Leslie of Aberdeenshire," the announcement read. BBC News would later report that, "A 23 June date has been posted at the Huntly registration office in Aberdeenshire" confirming their wedding was scheduled for this weekend. Although the twosome didn't make their red-carpet debut as a couple until the Olivier Awards in April 2016, both Kit and Rose have expressed their love for each other at special times in their relationship. When recalling their love story, Kit couldn't help but look back at shooting season two in Iceland with his special co-star. Because the country is beautiful, because the Northern Lights are magical, and because it was there that I fell in love," he shared with Vogue Italia. "If you're already attracted to someone, and then they play your love interest in the show, it's becomes very easy to fall in love." And when speaking to The Telegraph, Rose couldn't help but admit that she was "very happy" in her relationship. "He's not a confrontational person so we don't ever blow off steam," she shared. "[He's] a great man. I'm very proud of him." Congratulations to the couple on their special day. "Because the country is beautiful, because the Northern Lights are magical, and because it was there that I fell in love," he shared with Vogue Italia. "If you're already attracted to someone, and then they play your love interest in the show, it's becomes very easy to fall in love." And when speaking to The Telegraph, Rose couldn't help but admit that she was "very happy" in her relationship. "He's not a confrontational person so we don't ever blow off steam," she shared. "[He's] a great man. I'm very proud of him." Congratulations to the couple on their special day. (Eonline)

Brigitte Nielsen Gives Birth to Baby No. 5. Brigitte Nielsen is officially a mom of five at the age of 54! The model, actress and reality TV star has given birth to her fifth child and first daughter, a baby girl named Frida, on Friday, People confirms. The 54-year-old actress and her husband Mattia Dessi welcomed their daughter, who weighed 5 lbs. 9 oz. at the time of her birth, in Los Angeles, reports the outlet. "We are overjoyed to welcome our beautiful daughter into our lives," the twosome told the publication. "It's been a long road, and so worth it. We've never been more in love." Last month, Brigitte shared photos to her Instagram account which highlighted her prominent baby bump. "Family getting larger #me #family #brigittenielsen #babybump," she captioned the first shot of herself cradling her bump. "Happy time positive vibes #happyness #positivevibes," the star described the second similar snap. The proud mama times five has been married to Italian model and fifth husband since 2006. Prior to her relationship with Dessi, she was married to Kasper Winding, with whom she welcomed her first child, a son named Julian. Nielsen later famously wed Sylvester Stallone, though the marriage lasted less than two years. During her relationship with ex-fiance Mark Gastineau, Nielsen gave birth to her second son, Killian Marcus Gastineau. She welcomed two more sons, Douglas Aaron and Raoul Jr. with fourth husband Raoul Meyer. Her current pregnancy news has inspired fans and followers who are also looking to have children later in life. "Nobody has the rights to lead your own decision unless you allow them to do so," Nielsen responded to one fan who called her an inspiration. "You're the only one in charge of yourself and your own happiness. Best of luck!" Well it looks like that luck went a long way. Congrats! (Eonline)

Chip and Joanna Gaines Welcome Baby No. 5. The Gaines family has expanded! Fixer Upper star Chip Gaines announced on Saturday that his wife and co-star Joanna Gaines gave birth to their fifth child. "And then there were 5," he tweeted. "The Gaines crew is now 1 stronger! 10 beautiful toes and 10 beautiful fingers all accounted for, and big momma is doing great! #blessedBeyondBelief." The Fixer Upper stars had announced in January that they were expecting baby No. 5. Chip revealed in March that Joanna was pregnant with a boy. She has said her pregnancy was not planned. Chip and Joanna, who last month celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary, have not revealed the name of their fifth child and third son. Chip and Joanna's new addition joins big siblings Drake, 13, Ella, 11, Duke, 9, and Emmie Kay, 8. "The best thing about all of this is the excitement that my kids have shown for their new baby brother," Joanna wrote on her company Magnolia's blog in April. "Since I had our first four babies so close to one another, none of them actually remember me being pregnant. They love my growing belly (and boy is it growing), and they cannot wait to meet him. I truly believe this baby is a gift from God for our family in this season." (Eonline)

Chanel Iman and Sterling Shepard Are Expecting A Baby Girl. Think pink! Chanel Iman took to Instagram on Saturday to reveal that she and her new hubby Sterling Shepard were expecting a baby girl. This is the couple's first child. The supermodel, who wed the footballer in March, posted a photo of the duo on Instagram lovingly sitting atop a pink and gold couch on a lawn with the caption, "It's a GIRL." The image also had a series of joyful emojis in celebration of their little lady. Following the big reveal, Chanel and Sterling then enjoyed a baby shower with their friends and family in Oklahoma, where Sterling is from. For the baby bash, the model donned an off-the-shoulder frock and lace-up sandals. Guests enjoyed an array of pink cakes and desserts and sat atop plush pink furniture. The party was decorated with heaps of pink roses, all in celebration of the baby girl-to-be. After a whirlwind four month engagement, the Victoria's Secret Angel tied the knot with New York Giants' Sterling Shepard in front of 300 friends and family members at the Beverly Hills Hotel on March 3. The blushing bride wore two gorgeous gowns by Zuhair Murad. Back in December, the 25-year-old wide receiver popped the question with a stunning rose gold sparkler on Iman's 27th birthday. She later posted a photo to her Instagram account sharing the news: "A night full of tears of happiness. I'm beyond excited to spend the rest of my life with you @sterl_shep3 you are my soulmate, my best friend, my everything! Can't wait to be your Mrs." After meeting at Victor Cruz's birthday party in November 2016, the supermodel began dating the NFL star. "When I first met him, he was in a suit and looked so sharp," she revealed to People in August 2017. Shepard added, "I walked up to her and bought her a drink and it was over after that." Yes, it was. Congrats to the growing family! (Eonline)

Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Were 'Set Up' By Her Mom Maria Shriver, Source Says. Chris Pratt was spotted spending Father's Day with Katherine Schwarzenegger, but that wasn't their only date. A source tells PEOPLE the actor, who turned 39 on Thursday, has been on "multiple dates" with the eldest daughter of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver. In fact, Shriver, 62, played matchmaker! "Maria helped set them up," the source says, adding, "It's still new." During an outing together in Santa Barbara, California on Sunday, the Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom star enjoyed a picnic with the great-niece of the late president John F. Kennedy. During their lunch date, they shared sandwiches, potato chips and apples on a park bench and were seen smiling and laughing. Pratt was back on the market following his split with Anna Faris in August 2017 after almost nine years of marriage. The exes share a 5-year-old son named Jack. Meanwhile, Faris, 41, has been dating cinematographer Michael Barrett, 47, since at least October, when they were first seen out together. "Divorce sucks. But at the end of the day, we've got a great kid who's got two parents who love him very much," Pratt told Entertainment Weekly when he opened up about how he handled the split. "We're finding a way to navigate this while still remaining friends and still being kind to one another. It's not ideal, but yeah, I think both of us are actually probably doing better," he said. (People)

Nick Jonas ain't the only one dating up ... add DJ Flume -- one of the hottest EDM artists in the world -- to the list because the 26-year-old is now dating 40-year-old and best-selling author, Kelly Oxford!! Sources tell TMZ ... Flume and Kelly have been dating for several months. They met at a house party last fall and they've been going strong ever since. The Australian DJ -- with more than 1 mil followers on Instagram -- shows up on her IG as far back as November 2017. Kelly -- who has 3 children -- was shamed earlier this year after posting pics from a sexy photo shoot. Unclear where the hate's coming from ... she's a smoke show and she's also a badass who can hold it down in her own right. Kelly's written 2 books -- including the New York Times Best Seller "Everything is Perfect When You're a Liar" -- and a couple screenplays. She's also on powerhouse William Morris Endeavor's speakers circuit roster. Again, total badass. Get it, Flume. (TMZ)

Joe Jackson is in a hospital with terminal cancer, TMZ has learned, and his family has been flocking to his bedside. Family sources tell us, Joe has been battling the illness for some time, but it is at the end stages. We're told his wife, Katherine, has been at his bedside recently. We're also told some of Joe's children and grandchildren have also made the trip to the hospital. We don't know how much time Joe has left -- doctors have talked to the family -- but our sources say the cancer cannot be treated. Joe, who is 89, has battled a variety of illnesses in recent years. As you know, he was the architect of The Jackson 5 ... and managed with a heavy hand. (TMZ)

Michael Rapaport sprung to action and stopped a guy who was trying to open the emergency door on an airplane mid-flight ... according to another passenger. Fox Sports director Ted Kenney says he was on a flight to L.A. from Houston early Saturday morning when he heard a commotion several rows ahead and saw the "Atypical" actor jump out of his seat and rush toward a guy yelling, "What the f*** are you doing?!" Kenney says by the time he and a couple BIG3 players who were also on the flight ran up, Michael had the guy by the collar and pulled him away from the emergency door. He told the crew the guy was trying to open it. The man's excuse -- allegedly -- was he thought it was the bathroom door. Rapaport took to Twitter to joke about the scary incident, giving a shout-out to ballers, Glen 'Big Baby' Davis and Baron Davis for helping diffuse the situation, as well. The crew was returning from Houston from the opening night of the second season of the BIG3 league. And Rapaport comes away from the trip with a couple new nicknames -- Air Marshal Mike ... and Michael Rapaport Authority. (TMZ)

Roseanne Barr broke down in tears after posting her racist tweet, saying she may be a loud mouth but she would never knowingly call a black person a disparaging term ... despite comparing Obama's adviser Valerie Jarrett to an ape. Barr's comments came just 2 days after her infamous tweet in late May, on Rabbi Shmuley's podcast. The Rabbi did not immediately release it. Barr says she knew what the fallout would be ... that she would lose everything. She admits she was wrong but insists she would never "wittingly" say such thinks about African Americans. TMZ broke the story, almost immediately after Barr was fired by ABC and the show was cancelled, there were discussions about bringing the show back without her. That's what happened last week, when ABC announced the re-re-boot, "The Connors." (TMZ)

Anthony Bourdain had no narcotics in his system when he died ... this according to French investigators. As we reported ... the beloved chef died by suicide earlier this month after he was found hanging in a hotel bathroom in France. It was initially unclear if he had ingested any narcotics before his suicide, but The New York Times says a French official has ruled that out. The report says the only thing found in his body was a trace of a non-narcotic medicine in a therapeutic dose. Anthony was in a small village in France, filming his show, 'Parts Unknown,' when he was found dead. He was 61. (TMZ)

"Storm Chasers" star Joel Taylor died from an ecstasy overdose while on a cruise ship earlier this year ... according to his toxicology results. The Bureau of Forensic Sciences of Puerto Rico tells us, based on Taylor's lab results, it was determined his cause of death was MDMA poisoning. They also found traces of ketamine in his system. TMZ broke the story -- Taylor was found unresponsive in his room back in January -- witnesses told us he was seen earlier in the night being carried off the dance floor by two other men. We were told he'd consumed multiple substances. The cruise Taylor was on was full of celebs, with performances from Olivia Newton-John and Galantis. Several people had been arrested prior to boarding the ship in Ft. Lauderdale for drug possession. Taylor was 38 years old. (TMZ)

The person or persons who gunned down XXXTentacion likely knew who he was, and XXX struggled for his life. According to police documents, there were 2 men who jumped out of the passenger side of an SUV armed with guns and demanded property from XXX. The documents say there was a "brief struggle." He was then shot multiple times ... the killers removed a small bag from XXX's car and then fled the scene. TMZ broke the story ... X was gunned down leaving a motorcycle shop in Pompano Beach, Florida Monday. The document says, as XXX was leaving to get into his car, the SUV pulled in front of him to block him from leaving, and that's when the gunmen jumped out. According to the documents, there's surveillance video in the motorcycle store showing the 2 gunmen enter and walk past XXX. The rapper was extremely famous, especially in that area where he lived, so it's highly likely the gunmen either knew who he was beforehand or knew when they saw him. They left the store and waited for 10 minutes for XXX to leave. Dedrick Williams has been arrested for the murder. TMZ broke the story ... cops have arrest warrants for 2 others. It's interesting ... according to the document, it appears Dedrick may not have been the actual shooter. It says he "had an active part in the murder of [2 words redacted] by blocking in the victim's vehicle so that the two gunman (sic) could rob the victim at gun point." The Medical Examiner ruled the cause of death as multiple gunshot wounds. There is surveillance video and, according to the warrant, Dedrick was wearing a white tank top and bright orange-colored sandals. Dedrick's Instagram and Facebook accounts show a photo of him wearing orange sandals. The other gunman was wearing dark clothing and a red mask. Cops also have surveillance video from a store prior to the murder, showing Dedrick purchasing a black, neoprene mask. (TMZ)

Vinnie Paul, a drummer and one of the original members of Pantera, is dead. Paul was a founding member of the metal band, which formed in the '80s. His brother, "Dimebag" Darrell Abbot, was also a founding member. The band was huge in its day ... nominated for Grammys in 1995 and 2001. Their album, "Far Beyond Driven," hit #1 in 1994. The group fell apart in 2003 ... by all accounts band members were feuding. Vinnie's brother, Dimebag, was shot and killed a year later during a concert, after a man ran up on stage and began shooting ... killing a total of 4 people. Megadeth's Dave Mustaine said, "I just woke up in Belgium to the news that my friend Vinnie Paul has passed away. Another metal hero taken too soon. Say hello to Daryl for me. Rest in Peace, my dear friend." The cause of death is unknown. Vinnie was 54. UPDATE: Vinnie's family tells TMZ ... he died in his sleep at his home in Las Vegas. His body's been turned over to the medical examiner to determine a cause of death, and after that he'll be flown back to his home state of Texas to be buried between his mom and brother. (TMZ)

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