See Frances McDormand and Joel Coen's Rare Family Photos as the Oscar-Winning Couple Celebrate 42 Years of Marriage

Frances McDormandandJoel Coenhave been a happy family for over four decades.

The power couple — with eightAcademy Awardsbetween them — married on April 1, 1984, a year after they met at her audition for his filmBlood Simple. In 1995, they adopted their son Pedro from Paraguay and raised him out of the spotlight.

"As a mother, you live on the edge of disaster," McDormand told theBelfast Telegraphin 2018. "You just do. I didn't give birth to my son, I met him at 6 months old, but from the minute I held him and smelled him, I knew it was my job to keep him alive."

Although the couple keeps their home life relatively private, the actress has brought Pedro to public events like film festivals and the Oscars afterparty (after she won her second Best Actress trophy).

As McDormand and Coen celebrate their 42nd anniversary, see the parents' rare photos with their beloved son.

To Your Benefit

Coen and McDormand had a family night out with Pedro in 2004 at the Calhoun School dedication and gala benefit in New York City.

The actress, looking at her husband and son with adoration, previously toldThe Tampa Bay Timesin 2000: "The reason I was born was to introduce Joel and Pedro together. The first time I saw them together I knew that's why I was born."

Got His Stripes

Prior to a 2005 event hosted by Coen and his brotherEthan, McDormand and Pedro were all smiles with producer Jay Allison and The Kitchen Sisters, Davia Nelson and Nikki Silva.

Yes, Chef!

Inside the event, Pedro donned a white chef's jacket as the mother and son prepped grilled cheeses.

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All Grown Up

At the opening night party for her 2011 Broadway playGood People, McDormand received support from Pedro, now a teenager.

When in Rome

The three made a rare public appearance as a family at the 2015 Rome Film Festival, where the couple was set to speak during an onstage conversation.

Thanks to the Academy

Following her second Best Actress win in 2018 forThree Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, she shared her trophy with Pedro at the Governors Ball.

She revealed in a 2017New York Timesinterview that Pedro, then 24, had become a personal trainer and an occasional grip on Coen's film sets. (As of 2020, he works in public relations.)

"He lives four blocks away from our apartment in New York," the star toldThe Timesin 2017. "I run into him on the street, which is so fantastic."

Rest Your Head

She brought Pedro as her plus-one to the 2018 Film Independent Spirit Awards, and though he might be out of the house, McDormand and Coen are never too far away from their son.

Speaking toVoguein 2020, she revealed that Pedro had inherited her love of fashion.

"It's kind of like a sport for us," she said. "Shopping is what he and I do together."

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HGTV Star Whose Show Hasn’t Aired New Episodes Since 2023 Reveals She Walked Away at the ‘Perfect Time’

Jenn Todryk is opening up about her decision to walk away from her HGTV show, No Demo Reno

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• Todryk hosted the home renovation series for three seasons from 2021 to 2023

• The former HGTV star says she "chose to walk away at the perfect time," but maintains a good relationship with the network

Jenn Todryk is opening up about her decision to walk away from her HGTV show.

On her Instagram Stories, the home reno guru, 37, revealed why she "walked away" fromNo Demo Reno, which aired on HGTV for three seasons from 2021 to 2023. On the series, Todryk worked with clients to "create beautiful renovations with no demolition required," per the network.

In the March post, which was captured byEntertainmentNow.com, Todryk shared a throwback photo of a camera crew filming her as she held up paint samples and one of her daughters clung to her legs on the floor. "I do think I chose to walk away at the perfect time," she wrote. "I didn't want my kids to spend their childhood on a 'set,' I didn't want their home and safe space to feel like a set or be at home while I was away."

"I see pictures like this and think, what a cool part of my story and not wishing it was my only story and for that I am SO grateful!" the mom of three continued.

Todryk further opened up about the show's stressful filming conditions in anepisode of herYou, Me & Mikepodcastreleased on March 4. During the show, which she hosts with her husband, Mike Todryk, she hinted at how unhappy she was with the way she was portrayed on the show.

"No one understands until your entire character, integrity and image as a person is in the hands of someone else," Jenn said. "And a rough edit can literally destroy [you] nowadays."

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Mike added that it was difficult for Jenn to work with different production teams from one season to the next, and said that would have to change if the show were to return.

"You would have new people, like, the second season wasn't the same editing team," Mike said while speaking to Jenn. "I think, you know, if you choose to keep going eventually, if you had the same consistency, it probably would have created a lot more trust."

The sentiment was echoed what Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jacksontold PEOPLE in October 2025after their series,Married to Real Estate, was canceled by HGTV. The married hosts went through production changes during their final season and, as a result, there was a noticeable shift behind the scenes, including dark weeks.

Those delays eventually led to season 4 taking "almost double the amount of time" to complete. "For us, this is our business and our reputation," Sherrod said at the time.

AlthoughtNo Demo Renohas been off the air for three years, Todryk says returning to the network is not out of the question.

"I am super grateful that I have a really awesome relationship with HGTV. I know that the door is open so whenever I want to make content, I can. That's something I'm really grateful for," Todryk toldTV Insiderin March 2025.

She added, "But life is so busy right now, I'm just trying to survive with all the home life stuff now. But HGTV is great and I really have loved working with them."

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Eddie Cibrian Makes Appearance in Surprise Role on ‘High Potential’ Before Season Finale

Eddie Cibrianmade a surprise appearance in the newest episode ofHigh Potential— but did everyone catch his scenes?

During the Tuesday, March 31, episode of the hit ABC series, Cibrianhad a cameo as the mayorof Los Angeles. He originally resisted having Morgan (Kaitlin Olson) on the case but eventually shared evidence with her to help with the investigation.

According to the synopsis, "Wagner joins Morgan and the team on a hunt for the crew behind a series of heists ripping through elite private vaults." They then "uncover a far more dangerous endgame a looming cyberattack that could cripple Los Angeles' core infrastructure."

The police procedural, which premiered in September 2024,follows a high-potential intellectual— Morgan — who teams up with the LAPD to help solve murders. She gets paired up with a police officer, who is initially skeptical about Morgan's involvement with the Major Crimes unit but ultimately starts to rely on her.

Which 'High Potential' Stars Are — And Aren't — Returning for Season 2 After Several Plot Twists

Season 2 picked up with the confirmation that Morgan's ex Roman was still alive after going missing for more than a decade. The only information Morgan — and all ofUs— have is that her ex worked as an FBI informant and doesn't trust the LAPD.

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"It's a pretty bumpy ride. We're going to start unpacking some pretty intense things with Morgan, as it relates to all things Roman. There are all kinds of trials and tribulations that are going to happen with the kids at home," showrunner Todd Harthan teased to Us Weekly at the time. "It's just going to get messy and complicated — hopefully in all the best ways so that the audience stays on the edge of their seats."

He continued: "Our job now as we get to the back half of the second season is to fill in some of the big blanks and progress some of the relationships. You're going to see some intense things happen between Steve Howey's character and Captain Wagner really starts to bloom in the back half. That causes some good soapy messes on multiple fronts. It's just our normal MO of just trying to mix things up and keep the audience engaged and keep them guessing."

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Harthan also expressed excitementat more guest stars.

"One of the wonderful things about this particular season is now that the show is doing really well, the choices we've had for casting have been incredible," he shared. "In the back half, you're going to see some really exciting guest stars."

Harthan concluded: "We have this wonderful main cast and we're trying to recruit — just like with Steve Howey. These actors have been just incredible. They can come into our show and hang with our wonderful cast and just add their own flavor to our world. It's been exciting and you'll see there's some really cool people popping in."

High Potentialreturns to ABC Tuesday, January 6, at 9 p.m. ET. The show is streaming on Hulu.

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“Brady Bunch” star Mike Lookinland says he went 'off the rails' after the show ended

Mike Lookinlandneeded a break after playing youngest brother Bobby on five seasons of the squeaky clean family sitcomThe Brady Bunch. And he took it.

"I lived my childhood in my 20s, because I couldn't when I was a child," Lookinland said Monday onThe Real Brady Brospodcast. "And in my 20s, I had a car and money and freedom. I was fully off the rails."

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The actor was all of eight when the sitcom premiered on ABC in 1969. When it ended five seasons and five years later, he was just beginning his teenage years.

"I'm just thankful that not every man, woman, and child had a high-def camera in their pocket when I was 25, like they do now," Lookinland said, "because it would have ruined my life."

Christopher Knight, who portrayed middle brother Peter, said that their TV parents — actors Robert Reed, who played Mike, and Florence Henderson, the actress behind Carol — were a deterrent to the cast in behaving badly.

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'We didn't wanna disappoint Florence and Bob," he said. "I mean, that was the beginning of it. It's like there's certain people that you just don't wanna disappoint. I think that was stronger with me with those two than it was my own parents."

And yet at least some bad behavior has come to light in the more than 50 years since the first incarnation of the Bradys went off the air. For instance, actress Maureen McCormick, who played elder sister Marcia, infamously wrote about struggling with drug addiction and an eating disorder in the years after the show.

Lookinland and many of his costars were part of the show's many reunion projects, including the psychedelicBrady Bunch Variety Hour(1976-1977) andThe Bradysseries in the '90s. Other appearances, such as when he, Knight, and Barry Williams, who played eldest brother Greg, were onThe Masked Singerin 2022, have been rare.

Lookinland married Kelly Wermuth in 1987, and the couple shares two children. He struggled with alcoholism, but said in 2013 that hehad gotten sober.

He now leads a small business that makes decorative countertops, fireplaces, benches, and other concrete items.

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Five of the best used EVs you can get for dirt cheap, according to Edmunds

With volatile gasoline prices rising in recent weeks, Edmunds has seen increased shopper interest in hybrids, plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles. If you're thinking about going 100% electric, there's a way to save even more money: Buy used. While new EVs are more expensive than similar gas-powered vehicles, steep depreciation can actually make a 3-year-old EV more affordable than its gas counterpart. ​

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This price downturn doesn't just apply to outdated EVs either. Some of Edmunds' favorite models can be found for cheap on the used market. We included the average pricing of 2022 to 2024 models to give you an idea of what you might have to pay. Note that the range figures listed below are for when the vehicles were new. Maximum range decreases slightly as an EV's battery is used over time.

Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV

If affordability is your top priority, then you might not need to look any further than the Bolt EV and its SUV-inspired sibling, the Bolt EUV. They are the best used EVs you can get for a killer price. It's also a great value considering the Bolt's generous list of tech features, spacious cabin and easy-to-park size. The Bolt EV gets up to an EPA-estimated 259 miles of range on a full charge, while the EUV can go up to 247 miles.

Tip: The Bolt EV debuted for the 2017 model year and remained in production until 2023. (A revised Bolt is set to debut for 2027.) If your budget allows, get a 2022 or 2023 Bolt EV or EUV for the updated styling and improved technology features. The Bolt is best for people who can charge at home. Charging at public charging stations can be tediously slow.

Average 2021-2023 pricing: about $18,000

Hyundai Kona Electric

The Kona Electric is the electric version of Hyundai's pint-size crossover SUV. Like the gas-powered standard Kona, the Kona Electric is surprisingly nimble. Couple that with the instant acceleration of an electric motor and you have a small SUV that's fun to drive. Other highlights include comfortable seating and a max EPA-estimated range of more than 250 miles.

Tip: Hyundai redesigned the Kona Electric for the 2024 model year, adding more interior space and improved technology features. But we think the better value is to focus on getting a 2022 or 2023 Kona Electric. In Edmunds' testing, it was quicker than the newer model and went farther in our real-world range test.

Average 2022-2024 pricing: about $19,000

Hyundai Ioniq 5

The Ioniq 5's combination of comfort, quick charging and user-friendly interior design has consistently made it one of Edmunds' favorite electric SUVs. It's not one of the most affordable EVs when new, but used ones can be purchased at a bargain price, especially considering the long list of standard features it offers. The Hyundai also boasts a distinctive design that sets it apart from other SUVs.

Tip: Avoid the Standard Range version. It's the least expensive but is limited by its EPA-estimated 220 miles of range. All other Ioniq 5s have more range, topped by the single-motor version that can go up to 303 miles.

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Average 2022-2024 pricing: about $25,000

Tesla Model 3

Your best pick for an electric sedan is the Tesla Model 3. It has a spacious interior and available advanced driver assistance systems that can make driving in traffic less fatiguing. Easy charging at Tesla's vast network of Supercharger fast-charging stations is a key bonus, and the popularity of Telsas means there are plenty of used Model 3s to choose from.

Tip: Tesla updated the Model 3 for 2024, so if it's within your budget, aim for a 2024 model or newer to take advantage of the Model 3's latest interior and exterior styling, new features and improved comfort. The Model 3 is typically offered in a base version that has the least range, a long-range version and a powerful Performance model.

Average 2022-2024 pricing: about $26,000

Audi E-tron

The Q8 E-tron debuted for the 2019 model year as Audi's first mass-produced EV. This Audi isn't a class leader, but it's still a good choice if you want a luxury electric SUV at a non-luxury price. It offers standard all-wheel drive and a lot of upscale features, including leather upholstery, ventilated front seats and a premium sound system.

Tip: The most significant drawback to the E-tron is range. A 2023 model can only go an EPA-estimated 226 miles. If you can, spend more to get a 2024 version. Renamed the Q8 E-tron, it gets a big increase to 285 miles.

Average 2022-2024 pricing: about $34,000

Edmunds says

Buying a used EV makes a lot of financial sense. If you're on the fence because of battery replacement costs, keep in mind that EVs offer an eight-year/100,000-mile battery warranty. Some brands also offer additional coverage.

This story was provided toThe Associated Pressby the automotive websiteEdmunds.

Michael Cantuis a contributor at Edmunds.

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German growth forecast cut as Europe scrambles to contain price shock from Iran war

BERLIN (AP) — German growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027 were cut by experts on Wednesday as governments across Europe implement measures aimed at reducing the price impact of theIran war.

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A group of five economic institutes predict German gross domestic product will expand by 0.6% this year — less than half the 1.3% they forecast in September — and by 0.9% in 2027, down from 1.4%. The economic outlook was below the government's own forecast, issuedtwo months ago, of 1% and 1.3% growth, respectively.

The Iran war has created an unwelcome new obstacle to growth across Europe. The annualinflation ratein the 21-nation euro area sped up to 2.5% in March from 1.9% the previous month. It was powered by a 4.9% increase in energy prices as the war and the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz sent fuel costs higher.

"This energy price shock is hitting a German economy in which a recovery set in last year after a several-year downturn," said Timo Wollmershäuser, an expert with the Munich-based Ifo institute, one of those that issued the joint forecast for Europe's biggest economy.

It "will dampen this recovery in Germany, but should not completely stop it," he added, pointing to plannedgovernment spendingon defense and infrastructure as one stabilizing factor. Germany's output grew 0.2% last year after shrinking for the two previous years.

Wollmershäuser argued against "short-term activism," in particular a government-mandated cut to fuel prices, which he argued would be "costly, benefit many people who don't need relief, distort the signal of scarcity from the price and keep up demand for crude oil."

Germany's response so far has been relatively cautious. On Wednesday, legislation took effect that allows gas stations to raise prices only once a day, at midday, an attempt to end cost gyrations at the pump. It also gives the national antitrust authority more powers to act against excessive fuel prices.

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Some European countries have already gone further, even as the European Union's executive commission urges members to "consider the promotion of demand saving measures" and "refrain from taking measures that may increase fuel consumption."

Poland has this week implemented temporary measures including maximum fuel prices set daily by authorities, with the threat of fines ranging up to 1 million zlotys ($268,000) for companies that sell above the price cap. It also is temporarily cutting taxes on fuel.

Cuts to taxes on fuel were due to go into effect Wednesday in Austria, reducing prices at the pump. Sweden's government is proposing lower taxes on gasoline and diesel starting May 1. It already took action on another front Wednesday, halving value-added tax on food and drinks in stores or bought to take away from restaurants from 12% to 6%.

Latvia and Lithuania plan to cut duties on diesel. Non-EU Norway on Wednesday implemented temporary cuts in fuel tax that the country's parliament forced in a vote last week.

Still, the EU's energy commissionerwarned on Tuesdaythat oil and gas prices won't return to normal levels soon even if peace comes quickly in the Middle East.

Wollmershäuser said the German forecast was based on an assumption that the Strait of Hormuz will be passable again in the second quarter and energy prices will drop from summer onward, "but without reaching the prewar level."

The disruption comes as Chancellor Friedrich Merz's governing coalition mulls far-reaching reforms to overcome Germany's deeper problems — such as high production costs, lagging private investment and increasingly costly health and pension systems — and boost long-term growth.

Economy Minister Katherina Reiche said the message from the latest growth forecast is clear: "The conflict in the Middle East is increasing the pressure on German politicians to tackle structural reforms forcefully."

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Zendaya Pairs Sheer Crop Top With Skirt Ahead of Movie Release

Zendayaturned up the style during a recent appearance at an event in Italy ahead of the release of her film, The Drama, stepping out in a sheer crop top paired with a black skirt. The look strikes a perfect balance between bold and elegant, as she continues to make fashion statements.

Zendaya stuns in black outfit

Take a look at Zendaya's stunning outfitbelow:

Zendaya made a striking appearance at a special program in Rome, Italy.@patrick__mcdowellshared clips from the event and wrote in the caption, "The sensational @zendaya wears look 13 AW26 in Rome this weekend."

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Her entire look, featuring a sheer crop-top and a skirt with carefully curated details, elevated the aesthetic. Fans took to the comment section to praise the actress and her outfit. One user wrote, "Zendaya is super of everything and the best," while another added, "Such a great look love love love ?."

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