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Cynthia Erivo Receives Royal Honor From Prince William at Windsor Castle

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Cynthia Erivo received a royal honor for her contributions to musical arts on May 19, 2026, where she was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. The award was presented to her by Prince William.

When the honor was first announced at the end of 2025, Erivo spoke about the news in a statement. She said “To be given this recognition to celebrate the work that I love to do within the arts, specifically music and drama, is an honor I could never have thought would happen. I hope it shows that I care deeply about the work and will continue to do so to the best of my abilities.”

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For the ceremony, she wore a black Givenchy outfit by Sarah Burton, featuring a structured blazer with heavily padded shoulders and a peplum-style hem, paired with a pleated skirt. The look was styled with a cap and silver jewelry.

Erivo has won an Emmy, Grammy, and Tony, alongside multiple Oscar nominations. She became widely known for her role in “The Color Purple in 2015, which earned her a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album. She has continued to receive major industry recognition, including a second Grammy for her performance of “Defying Gravity” alongside Ariana Grande from the Wicked soundtrack.

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This is not her first connection with the royal family. Erivo was among a group of alumni who welcomed King Charles and Queen Camilla to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in May 2024 as part of the school’s 120th anniversary celebration.

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The MBE is one of the United Kingdom’s recognized honors, awarded to individuals who have made notable contributions in areas such as the arts, science, public service, and charitable work. Erivo was not the only recipient at Windsor Castle. Matt Lucas and Luke Littler were also presented with an award by Prince William during the ceremony.

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Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi Join Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet for a Double Date

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Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi made another public appearance together in Los Angeles on May 17, joining Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet for a night out. The group was photographed leaving a Fanatics party, with Elordi driving and Kendall riding in the front seat. Kylie, Chalamet, and photographer Renell Medrano sat in the back ,all attempting to avoid cameras as they left the venue.

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The appearance comes just days after Kendall and Elordi were photographed together on a beach in Hawaii during a trip the previous weekend, according to TMZ. The photos showed the two sitting together on the beach with Kendall wearing a bikini and Elordi dressed in a cap and shorts. The beach photos captured the pair in a private coastal setting, carrying the feel of an intimate, low-key date away from the public eye.

Rumors about the two first began circulating during Coachella in April, At the time sources told People and Entertainment Tonight that Kendall and Elordi had been seeing each other privately for several months. One insider noted they had “run in similar circles for years” but had only recently developed an attraction, describing their connection as “easy” due to shared low-key personalities and focus on their careers.

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In January 2026, Kendall spoke on Owen Thiele’s podcast “In Your Dreams” about being in her ‘me era’ after turning 29 in November 2024. She said she wanted a “me year” to focus on herself, while remaining open to what came her way.

The double date with Kylie and Chalamet marks another public outing together, further fuelling relationship speculation, adding another chapter to a rumored relationship that has unfolded gradually over the spring.

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Bella Hadid Brings Brother Anwar as Her Plus-One to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival

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Bella Hadid returned to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on May 17 in one of the season’s most anticipated appearances. She showed up at the premiere of Jeanne Herry’s Garance, accompanied by her brother Anwar . Their entrance at the Palais des Festivals set a more relaxed, family-oriented tone for the evening.

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For the premiere, Bella wore a custom white strapless Prada gown with a structured jeweled bust and an ankle-length hem and a trailing train. She completed the look with a satin shawl, pointed pumps, and sparkling Chopard diamonds. Next to her, Anwar wore a classic black tuxedo with a white tie, keeping the look clean and understated.

Photographers caught the siblings walking together at the event, and their low-key coordination stood out against the usual red carpet activity. Earlier that day, Bella was spotted arriving in Nice ahead of the premiere, dressed in relaxed sportswear with no immediate indication she would later appear on the red carpet that evening . It’s classic Cannes for her.

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On May 17, Bella was also seen with her mother, Yolanda Hadid, during a relaxed boat ride along the French Riviera. She opted for relaxed off-duty looks that matched the coastal mood, moving away from red carpet styling.

This marked Bella’s first major Cannes red carpet appearance of the season. She Continues her consistent presence at the festival. Year after year, the festival remains a consistent stage for her, where she moves between couture statements and relaxed off-duty style.

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Bella Hadid Spotted Doing Yoga in Metallic Bikini Aboard Luxury Yacht

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During the on going Cannes Film Festival in the South of France, Bella Hadid was photographed aboard a luxury yacht off the French Riviera, where she spent a full day on the water away from scheduled festival appearances. The outing included moments of swimming, sunbathing, and yoga, captured during daylight hours with friends on board.

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The model wore a metallic silver string bikini featuring a triangle-cut top with thin straps and matching low-rise bottoms tied at the sides. The swimwear was styled with dark sunglasses, while her hair appeared worn back during portions of the outing as she moved between different areas of the yacht deck.

Photographs from the day showed Hadid stretching through yoga poses on the open deck before transitioning into time spent in the water. She was later seen returning to sunbathing on board, continuing the relaxed daytime outing anchored along the South of France coastline during the festival period.

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The yacht appearance followed her red carpet attendance at the Garance premiere with her brother Anwar Hadid during the Cannes Film Festival. Their appearance at the screening formed part of her scheduled festival presence.

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The Cannes Film Festival period has also seen Hadid attend official events across the city, alongside a series of public appearances throughout the week. Her time on the French Riviera has alternated between formal festival commitments and private downtime along the coast.

 

 

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