The Bachelorette Stars: Ranked By (Super Short) Relationship Length!

As predicted by The Bachelorette spoilers, this season’s leading lady, Michelle Young, did in fact find The One!

Of course … whether he’s The One for right now or just the won who became her first fiance remains to be seen.

Sounds harsh, we know. But it’s true.

A lot can happen in a few short months, let alone years. Remember how Katie and Blake Moynes broke up?

Yes, making love 30-46 times soon after they met was a great place to start, but real life quickly took its toll.

Michelle Young and Nayte Olukoya are no Katie and Blake. We’re not saying that. But they are all too human.

Even in the best circumstances, it’s tough out there for a couple that meets in the bubble of Bachelor Nation.

This is a dating competition throwing people together under a pretense that is literally impossible to sustain.

Can they transition into a new normal? Grow together? Make it work? Sure, but often times, they fall short.

Which stars made their true love last?

Which ones fell in love so hard, yet flamed out so hilariously fast you can barely even call it a relationship?

And what about everyone in between?

Below, we’ve ranked the Bachelorettes based on who was most successful at finding love in her stint as queen.

See how they stack up from worst to first, and say a prayer that it works out for Michelle and Nate

1. Hannah Brown

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One of the most recent (and most notorious) Bachelorettes, Hannah Brown a.k.a. Hannah Beast a.k.a. Alabama Hannah a.k.a. Beast Mode, comes in first, or last, depending on your point of view. Hannah got engaged to Jed Wyatt on The Bachelorette, but that was over by the time we got to the After the Final Rose special, at which point she asked out runner-up Tyler Cameron. (That short-lived romance fizzled also.) On the plus side, she sets a very low bar for all who follow in her footsteps.

2. Jen Schefft

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Bachelorette Jen Schefft broke up with winner Jerry Ferris on the After the Rose special because she just “wasn’t feeling it.” Not even making it to the day after the finale? As we saw with Hannah Brown, if nothing else, Jen set very low expectations for everyone else to clear.

3. Katie Thurston

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The train wreck that is Greg Grippo aside, Katie’s season was a hit, as Thurston ended up engaged to Blake Moynes. Unfortunately, but not surprisingly, it was all over after a few months. It’s almost like not living in the same city or having any shared interests other than banging isn’t a recipe for lasting love.

4. Michelle Young

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Michelle Young, whose Bachelorette season just wrapped, literally could not have had a worse go of it than Hannah and Jen, or even Katie for that matter, unless she decides to peace TF out of her storybook romance with Nayte Olukoya within the next couple of weeks. We’re assuming Michelle outlasts not only Katie, but many more women on this list as well. Of course, only time will tell.

5. Emily Maynard

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Emily Maynard and Jef Holm broke up just a few months after his proposal in 2012. He was never the right guy anyway. Should’ve picked Sean Lowe. Not that she or Sean (who is happily married to Catherine Giudici, who he met on The Bachelor) are overthinking it right now. Sean and Catherine are about as happy as a couple can be, while Emily has since married and had a bunch of kids with Tyler Johnson (pictured). Not the NHL player Tyler Johnson, but another good looking one to boot.

6. Andi Dorfman

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Andi Dorfman found love with Josh Murray on The Bachelorette, a move that she seemed destined to make from the start despite a lot of red flags. The heart wants what it wants, we suppose … including ugly and prompt breakups. Their engagement ended after only six months or so.

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Celebrities Who Passed Away In 2021: In Memoriam

We’re only a quarter of the way through the year, but some truly beloved, noteworthy public figures have already left us here in 2021.

Each of these artists, athletes, politicians, and pop culture icons may be gone from this world. But they will never be forgotten. Ever.

For their fans and loved ones alike, true legends never die.

Their legacies live on; their stars will never fade; and their work will be cherished for generations to come, as those whose lives they touched pass the love and admiration on to future generations.

Join us as we pay tribute to the stars we’ve lost in 2021.

May they rest in eternal peace, and/or power.

1. DMX

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DMX passed away on April 9 from an accidental drug overdose that he suffered several days prior that left him in a vegetative state. The iconic rapper, who rose to fame with his gritty style in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and remains an influence on the genre to this day, was just 50 years old.

2. Prince Philip

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Prince Philip, lifelong companion of Great Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II and the longest-serving consort of any British monarch, passed away on Friday, April 9. He was 99 years old. A statement posted on the official Buckingham Palace website confirmed the news, saying: “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle. The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.” Having led a truly remarkable life for a century, Philip is survived by his wife, four children, eight grandchildren and ten grandchildren.

3. Cicely Tyson

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What an actress and pioneer. Legendary actress Cicely Tyson, a Tony and Emmy winner who was perhaps best known for her Oscar-nominated role as a sharecropper’s wife in the 1972 film “Sounder,” died on January 28. She was 96 years old. There will never be another like her.

4. Dustin Diamond

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This one hits particularly hard for a generation of people who grew up watching him on Saturday morning television. Dustin Diamond, the former Saved by the Bell star, died of lung cancer at age 44 on February 1. His death comes just a couple of weeks after his diagnosis was made public, making the news all the more surprising and saddening. Diamond’s death also came following a period of estrangement from his former co-stars; Dustin and his character Samuel “Screech” Powers were not included in the recent revival of Saved By the Bell.

5. Christopher Plummer

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On February 4, 2021, Christopher Plummer passed away at the age of 91. The legendary Canadian actor racked up more than 200 (!) theater, film and television credits over the course of his storied career, winning Tony, Emmy and Academy Awards along the way. A household name ever since he co-starred in the Sound of Music with Julie Andrews more than half a century ago, Plummer became known to another generation of fans with recent standout roles in works such as All the Money in the World and Knives Out.

6. Olympia Dukakis

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Olympia Dukakis, the acclaimed, award-winning actress, director, producer, teacher and activist, passed away on May 1. She performed in over 130 stage productions, over 60 films and in 50 TV series over the course of an iconic career. She was 89.

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The Bachelorette Stars: Ranked By (Very Short) Relationship Length!

As predicted by The Bachelorette spoilers, this season’s leading lady, Katie Thurston, did in fact find the one!

Then, as predicted by The Hollywood Gossip, and just about everyone else, Katie and Blake Moynes broke up.

Yes, already! 

Sure, making love 30-46 times soon after they met was a great place to start, but real life quickly took its toll.

Even in the best circumstances, it’s tough out there for a couple that meets in the bubble of Bachelor Nation.

This is a dating competition throwing people together under a pretense that is literally impossible to sustain.

Can they transition into a new normal? Grow together? Make it work? Sure, but often times, they fall short.

Which stars made their true love last?

Which ones fell in love so hard, yet flamed out so hilariously fast you can barely even call it a relationship?

And what about everyone in between?

Below, we’ve ranked the Bachelorettes based on who was most successful at finding love in her stint as queen.

See how they stack up from worst to first, and say a prayer that it works out for Michelle Young and … [redacted]:

1. Hannah Brown

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Our most recent Bachelorette, Hannah Brown a.k.a. Hannah Beast a.k.a. Alabama Hannah a.k.a. Beast Mode, comes in first, or last, depending on your point of view. Hannah got engaged to Jed Wyatt on The Bachelorette, but that was over by the time we got to the After the Final Rose special, at which point she asked out runner-up Tyler Cameron. (That short-lived romance fizzled also.) Hopefully Clare can clear this very low bar.

2. Jen Schefft

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Bachelorette Jen Schefft broke up with winner Jerry Ferris on the After the Rose special because she just “wasn’t feeling it.” Not even making it to the day after the finale? As we saw with Hannah Brown, Jen set a low bar set for everyone else at least.

3. Katie Thurston

Katie thurston and blake moynes engaged
The train wreck that is Greg Grippo aside, Katie’s season was a hit, as Thurston ended up engaged to Blake Moynes. Unfortunately, but not surprisingly, it’s all over after a few months. It’s almost like not living in the same city or having any shared interests other than banging isn’t a recipe for lasting love.

4. Michelle Young

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Michelle Young, whose Bachelorette season is currently underway, literally can’t have a worse go of it than Hannah and Jen, unless she decides to peace out of the show altogether at some point during her quest for love. Given how unlikely that scenario is, and how badly things ended for Jen and Hannah, we’re slotting Michelle in above them already – and given how fast Katie and Blake flamed out, we’re assuming Michelle outlasts her as well.

5. Emily Maynard

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Emily Maynard and Jef Holm broke up just a few months after his proposal in 2012. He was never the right guy anyway. Should’ve picked Sean Lowe. Not that she or Sean (who is happily married to Catherine Giudici, who he met on The Bachelor) are overthinking it right now. Sean and Catherine are about as happy as a couple can be, while Emily has since married and had a bunch of kids with Tyler Johnson.

6. Andi Dorfman

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Andi Dorfman found love with Josh Murray on The Bachelorette, a move that she seemed destined to make from the start despite a lot of red flags. The heart wants what it wants, we suppose … including breakups. Unfortunately, their engagement ended after only six months or so.

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Celebrities Who Passed Away in 2021: May They Rest in Eternal Peace

We’re only a quarter of the way through the year, but some truly beloved, noteworthy public figures have already left us here in 2021.

Each of these artists, athletes, politicians, and pop culture icons may be gone from this world. But they will never be forgotten. Ever.

For their fans and loved ones alike, true legends never die.

Their legacies live on; their stars will never fade; and their work will be cherished for generations to come, as those whose lives they touched pass the love and admiration on to future generations.

Join us as we pay tribute to the stars we’ve lost in 2021.

May they rest in eternal peace, and/or power.

1. DMX

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DMX passed away on April 9 from an accidental drug overdose that he suffered several days prior that left him in a vegetative state. The iconic rapper, who rose to fame with his gritty style in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and remains an influence on the genre to this day, was just 50 years old.

2. Prince Philip

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Prince Philip, lifelong companion of Great Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II and the longest-serving consort of any British monarch, passed away on Friday, April 9. He was 99 years old. A statement posted on the official Buckingham Palace website confirmed the news, saying: “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle. The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.” Having led a truly remarkable life for a century, Philip is survived by his wife, four children, eight grandchildren and ten grandchildren.

3. Cicely Tyson

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What an actress and pioneer. Legendary actress Cicely Tyson, a Tony and Emmy winner who was perhaps best known for her Oscar-nominated role as a sharecropper’s wife in the 1972 film “Sounder,” died on January 28. She was 96 years old. There will never be another like her.

4. Dustin Diamond

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This one hits particularly hard for a generation of people who grew up watching him on Saturday morning television. Dustin Diamond, the former Saved by the Bell star, died of lung cancer at age 44 on February 1. His death comes just a couple of weeks after his diagnosis was made public, making the news all the more surprising and saddening. Diamond’s death also came following a period of estrangement from his former co-stars; Dustin and his character Samuel “Screech” Powers were not included in the recent revival of Saved By the Bell.

5. Christopher Plummer

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On February 4, 2021, Christopher Plummer passed away at the age of 91. The legendary Canadian actor racked up more than 200 (!) theater, film and television credits over the course of his storied career, winning Tony, Emmy and Academy Awards along the way. A household name ever since he co-starred in the Sound of Music with Julie Andrews more than half a century ago, Plummer became known to another generation of fans with recent standout roles in works such as All the Money in the World and Knives Out.

6. Olympia Dukakis

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Olympia Dukakis, the acclaimed, award-winning actress, director, producer, teacher and activist, passed away on May 1. She performed in over 130 stage productions, over 60 films and in 50 TV series over the course of an iconic career. She was 89.

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Celebs Who We’ve Lost in 2021: In Memoriam

We’re only a quarter of the way through the year, but some truly beloved, noteworthy public figures have already left us here in 2021.

Each of these artists, athletes, politicians, and pop culture icons may be gone from this world. But they will never be forgotten. Ever.

For their fans and loved ones alike, true legends never die.

Their legacies live on; their stars will never fade; and their work will be cherished for generations to come, as those whose lives they touched pass the love and admiration on to future generations.

Join us as we pay tribute to the stars we’ve lost in 2021.

May they rest in eternal peace, and/or power.

1. DMX

Dmx image
DMX passed away on April 9 from an accidental drug overdose that he suffered several days prior that left him in a vegetative state. The iconic rapper, who rose to fame with his gritty style in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and remains an influence on the genre to this day, was just 50 years old.

2. Prince Philip

Prince philip rip
Prince Philip, lifelong companion of Great Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II and the longest-serving consort of any British monarch, passed away on Friday, April 9. He was 99 years old. A statement posted on the official Buckingham Palace website confirmed the news, saying: “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle. The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.” Having led a truly remarkable life for a century, Philip is survived by his wife, four children, eight grandchildren and ten grandchildren.

3. Cicely Tyson

Cicely tyson
What an actress and pioneer. Legendary actress Cicely Tyson, a Tony and Emmy winner who was perhaps best known for her Oscar-nominated role as a sharecropper’s wife in the 1972 film “Sounder,” died on January 28. She was 96 years old. There will never be another like her.

4. Dustin Diamond

Dustin diamond on gram
This one hits particularly hard for a generation of people who grew up watching him on Saturday morning television. Dustin Diamond, the former Saved by the Bell star, died of lung cancer at age 44 on February 1. His death comes just a couple of weeks after his diagnosis was made public, making the news all the more surprising and saddening. Diamond’s death also came following a period of estrangement from his former co-stars; Dustin and his character Samuel “Screech” Powers were not included in the recent revival of Saved By the Bell.

5. Christopher Plummer

Christopher plummer photo
On February 4, 2021, Christopher Plummer passed away at the age of 91. The legendary Canadian actor racked up more than 200 (!) theater, film and television credits over the course of his storied career, winning Tony, Emmy and Academy Awards along the way. A household name ever since he co-starred in the Sound of Music with Julie Andrews more than half a century ago, Plummer became known to another generation of fans with recent standout roles in works such as All the Money in the World and Knives Out.

6. Olympia Dukakis

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Olympia Dukakis, the acclaimed, award-winning actress, director, producer, teacher and activist, passed away on May 1. She performed in over 130 stage productions, over 60 films and in 50 TV series over the course of an iconic career. She was 89.

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Meghan Markle: The Best Pics of Her (Former) Royal Hotness … EVER!!!

In 2018, Meghan Markle married Prince Harry in front of an international TV audience, captivating billions across the world.

Then they had a baby. Then they peaced the f–k out of the royal family. Maybe you heard about all of this at some point.

Despite the controversy and criticism she faces, the 40-year-old former actress remains the envy of millions of women.

But the road to royalty wasn’t an easy one.

Nor has it been easy after she got there.

Hopefully, maybe, now that she’s living back in her native California, Meg will return to Hollywood, where she got her start.

Of course, we don’t imagine she’d be taking on some of those early gigs – ones she’d probably rather forget about now.

And we’re not talking about Suits, which was actually a fun show and made it past the coveted 100-episode threshold.

Fortunately for all of us, the acting and modeling work Markle took on to pay the bills has yielded unforgettable images.

For us. And Harry, most likely.

But don’t take our word for it. Scroll down for some Meg career highlights (in a manner of speaking) through the years … 

1. Meghan at Age 22

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This photo of Meghan when she was a 22-year-old aspiring model has been making the rounds online lately. Obviously, she looked great then, but is it us, or has she only gotten hotter with age?

2. The Role Suits Her

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You probably already know that Meghan made a name for herself as an actress on the USA Network legal drama Suits. But if you never watched the show, you may not realize how risqué some of her scenes were.

3. Meghan as Rachel

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Meghan frequently delivered the corporate hotness playing a paralegal on the long-running series. Of course, the show sometimes followed her out of the boardroom, as well…

4. Showing Some Leg

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Yes, Suits frequently delved into Meghan’s character’s sex life. And for that, we are eternally grateful.

5. Topless Meg

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Meg occasionally stripped down for her role. The show was on basic cable, so she never went fully nude, but still … a lot more skin than we’re accustomed to seeing from royals.

6. Nude on Suits

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At one point, Meghan did strip down entirely. She was covered by a blanket, but she didn’t skimp on the side-nudity.

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Bachelor Nation: Which Couples Are Still Together?

The Bachelor and The Bachelorette are TV shows with a goal that you don’t need Bachelor spoilers to figure out:

Set up a man or woman with his/her soulmate.

Heck, nearly every season ends with a proposal, right? Yet, over time, almost no proposals end in actual marriage.

By the numbers, few duos from Bachelor Nation last months; let alone years; let alone an entire lifetime together.

Have there been exceptions to this rule?

Oh yeah, look at Jason and Molly. Or Sean and Cat. Rachel and Bryan. Even Arie and Lauren … or JoJo and Jordan.

Nevertheless, it’s an arduous, uphill battle.

See Hannah Brown and Jed Wyatt. Oof. Or Peter Weber and Hannah Ann, or Peter and Madison, for that matter.

Their engagements lasted … days? Hours?

These are unique cases, and yet … not. Heck, Peter and Kelley Flanagan broke up too. Dude was 0-for-3 in 2020!

The fact is, it’s hard out there for duos spawned by this franchise to make it work, as we saw repeatedly last year.

If you recall, Colton and Cassie broke up last summer. Followed by Becca and Garrett. Then even Ashley and J.P.

Such a brutal year, 2020.

Fortunately, 2021 is looking up Clare and Dale back on, Tayshia and Zac going strong, and now Katie and Blake.

Heck, even Matt and Rachael are giving it another go after his disaster of a season. Perhaps there is hope yet!

Looking back now, which duos are still living happily ever after after the final rose was bestowed?

Take a look at notable couples from The Bachelor and Bachelorette and see if they’re still a romantic item now.

1. Katie Thurston and Blake Moynes

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Katie Thurston and Blake Moynes are engaged after The Bachelorette finale and banging each other senseless in the honeymoon phase of their surely happy relationship. Will it last is the question. While doubts persist, particularly after the controversial departure of suitor Greg Grippo, and that may make for great gossip fodder, it’s way too early to know – and we don’t count Blake and Katie out. They are clearly very into each other and seem to have the same shared goals and dreams. Here’s hoping they continue the recent hot (or at least lukewarm) streak from the franchise’s pairings.

2. Clare Crawley and Dale Moss

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Where to begin with Clare Crawley and Dale Moss? These two got engaged after like two weeks, peaced out of the show, and were head over heels in love before a host of usual suspects – cheating allegations, long-distance relationships, conflicting priorities, the stress of the spotlight, the honeymoon phase wearing off – derailed their romance in spectacular fashion in early 2021. Is it possible for a breakup to be surprising and yet not at all? Not as surprising as the fact that they quietly reconciled after that and appear to be making it work. Honestly, did anyone see that coming?

3. Tayshia Adams and Zac Clark

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Tayshia Adams and Zac Clark, on the other hand, appear happy as can be – at least for the time being. Almost boringly so, from a gossip standpoint! After she took over The Bachelorette when Clare bounced with Dale, she went on to enjoy a relatively conventional season, culminating in an engagement to Zac. We wish these two all the best, as they certainly do seem like a great fit. You just never get your hopes up too high as a fan these days.

4. Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell

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What a mess. What a complete and utter mess. An unmitigated disaster that the show will take a long time to recover from, if it ever does, no one can take away the fact that it was, truly, the most shocking season in Bachelor history. (Ironically, Chris Harrison stepped down at the end of it.) Of course Matt James, hyped for months as the first Black Bachelor, would end up giving Rachael Kirkconnell – who came under fire for racially insensitive photos and comments – his final rose. He never even proposed to her (no promise ring, no nothing) on the finale, which is probably the only good news producers could’ve hoped for, as their Valentine’s Day breakup (a month before the season finale even aired) was relatively quick and painless. Yet, after all that, we’re here eating our words in August 2021, as these two are back together again, living their lives, and seemingly oblivious to criticism. Who would’ve ever guessed?

5. Colton Underwood and Cassie Randolph

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Colton Underwood and Cassie Randolph, as we mentioned and you probably heard if you’re reading this, broke up in late May 2020. By all accounts, Cassie was The One for Colton from the start, and it appeared that she was along for the ride long after he busted the inaugural nut. Whether they actually make it to the altar was always suspect, however, given the hesitation we’d seen on the show … and some of the bombshells he dropped in his recent memoir … and just the overall odds of reality TV relationships actually lasting. Not good. But hey. They made it over a year and as they said in their joint statement, some people are just meant to be friends instead. No shame in that truth. Of course, given her recent accusations and the restraining order she filed, there may be plenty of shame we’ve yet to learn about.

6. Peter Weber and Madison Prewett

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Peter Weber was an iconic disaster on The Bachelor. So much so that it’s hard to decide which of his relationships to even include here. He began his season needing “closure” with Hannah Brown, who returned to the show for multiple episodes … then got engaged to Hannah Ann Sluss on the finale and dumped her a month later (long before the finale actually made it to air). Then Chris Harrison flew to Alabama to set Peter up with runner-up Madison Prewett, who he went public with on the After the Final Rose special. They broke up two days after. Then he got together with Kelley Flanagan, another contestant on his season who didn’t even make it to hometown dates. Good luck to her.

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Celebrities We’ve Lost in 2021: May They Rest in Eternal Peace

We’re only a quarter of the way through the year, but some truly beloved, noteworthy public figures have already left us here in 2021.

Each of these artists, athletes, politicians, and pop culture icons may be gone from this world. But they will never be forgotten. Ever.

For their fans and loved ones alike, true legends never die.

Their legacies live on; their stars will never fade; and their work will be cherished for generations to come, as those whose lives they touched pass the love and admiration on to future generations.

Join us as we pay tribute to the stars we’ve lost in 2021.

May they rest in eternal peace, and/or power.

1. DMX

Dmx image
DMX passed away on April 9 from an accidental drug overdose that he suffered several days prior that left him in a vegetative state. The iconic rapper, who rose to fame with his gritty style in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and remains an influence on the genre to this day, was just 50 years old.

2. Prince Philip

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Prince Philip, lifelong companion of Great Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II and the longest-serving consort of any British monarch, passed away on Friday, April 9. He was 99 years old. A statement posted on the official Buckingham Palace website confirmed the news, saying: “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle. The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.” Having led a truly remarkable life for a century, Philip is survived by his wife, four children, eight grandchildren and ten grandchildren.

3. Dustin Diamond

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This one hits particularly hard for a generation of people who grew up watching him on Saturday morning television. Dustin Diamond, the former Saved by the Bell star, died of lung cancer at age 44 on February 1. His death comes just a couple of weeks after his diagnosis was made public, making the news all the more surprising and saddening. Diamond’s death also came following a period of estrangement from his former co-stars; Dustin and his character Samuel “Screech” Powers were not included in the recent revival of Saved By the Bell.

4. Cicely Tyson

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What an actress and pioneer. Legendary actress Cicely Tyson, a Tony and Emmy winner who was perhaps best known for her Oscar-nominated role as a sharecropper’s wife in the 1972 film “Sounder,” died on January 28. She was 96 years old. There will never be another like her.

5. Christopher Plummer

Christopher plummer photo
On February 4, 2021, Christopher Plummer passed away at the age of 91. The legendary Canadian actor racked up more than 200 (!) theater, film and television credits over the course of his storied career, winning Tony, Emmy and Academy Awards along the way. A household name ever since he co-starred in the Sound of Music with Julie Andrews more than half a century ago, Plummer became known to another generation of fans with recent standout roles in works such as All the Money in the World and Knives Out.

6. Olympia Dukakis

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Olympia Dukakis, the acclaimed, award-winning actress, director, producer, teacher and activist, passed away on May 1. She performed in over 130 stage productions, over 60 films and in 50 TV series over the course of an iconic career. She was 89.

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The Bachelorette Stars Ranked By Relationship Length: Who’s #1?

As predicted by The Bachelorette spoilers, this season’s leading lady, Katie Thurston, did in fact find the one!

But as far as finding lasting love after the show?

Well, let’s just say she has her work cut out. 

Sure, making love 30-46 times since they’ve met is a great place to start, but real life has a way of taking its toll.

Last season, Tayshia and Zac Clark ended up engaged, while Clare and Dale Moss may be back together.

This was a much better year than most. It’s just hard to bank on a romance stemming from a reality TV show.

Why? It’s just the nature of the beast.

If Ashley Hebert and J.P. Rosenbaum split, after starting a beautiful family together, that’s all you need to know.

Even in the best circumstances, it’s tough.

This is a dating competition throwing two people together under a pretense that is literally impossible to sustain.

Can they transition into a new normal, grow together, and make it work? Sure, but often times, they fall short.

Which stars made their true love last?

Which ones fell in love so hard, yet flamed out so hilariously fast you can barely even call it a relationship?

And what about everyone in between?

We’ve ranked the Bachelorette stars based on who was most successful at finding love in her stint as queen.

See how they stack up from worst to first, and see if Katie can still succeed where others failed …

1. Hannah Brown

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Our most recent Bachelorette, Hannah Brown a.k.a. Hannah Beast a.k.a. Alabama Hannah a.k.a. Beast Mode, comes in first, or last, depending on your point of view. Hannah got engaged to Jed Wyatt on The Bachelorette, but that was over by the time we got to the After the Final Rose special, at which point she asked out runner-up Tyler Cameron. (That short-lived romance fizzled also.) Hopefully Clare can clear this very low bar.

2. Jen Schefft

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Bachelorette Jen Schefft broke up with winner Jerry Ferris on the After the Rose special because she just “wasn’t feeling it.” Not even making it to the day after the finale? As we saw with Hannah Brown, Jen set a low bar set for everyone else at least.

3. Michelle Young

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Michelle Young, whose Bachelorette season is set to begin later in 2021, literally can’t have a worse go of it than Hannah and Jen, unless she decides to peace out of the show altogether at some point during her quest for love. Given how unlikely that scenario is, and just how badly things ended for Jen and Hannah, we’re slotting Michelle in above them already.

4. Katie Thurston

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The train wreck that is Greg Grippo aside, Katie’s season was a hit, as Thurston ended up engaged to Blake Moynes. Sure, the odds are still against them, but it sure seems like a good fit, so let’s take the glass half full attitude for now. Good luck to these lovely sexy people!

5. Emily Maynard

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Emily Maynard and Jef Holm broke up just a few months after his proposal in 2012. He was never the right guy anyway. Should’ve picked Sean Lowe. Not that she or Sean (who is happily married to Catherine Giudici, who he met on The Bachelor) are overthinking it right now. Sean and Catherine are about as happy as a couple can be, while Emily has since married and had a bunch of kids with Tyler Johnson.

6. Andi Dorfman

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Andi Dorfman found love with Josh Murray on The Bachelorette, a move that she seemed destined to make from the start despite a lot of red flags. The heart wants what it wants, we suppose … including breakups. Unfortunately, their engagement ended after only six months or so.

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Britney Spears: See Her Most Iconic Photos of All Time

Britney Spears has been an icon for two decades.

From her glory days to her dark days to the present day and every phase in between, it’s been a wild, wild ride – one that’s taken a surprising and possibly troubling turn of late.

With the Free Britney movement gaining momentum, many fans are wondering if their hero may finally be set free from the conservatorship set up to control her every action.

We can’t speak to that. We certainly have our strong opinions, and urge the powers that be to #FreeBritney immediately. But it’s out of our hands, sadly. We just know this:

She’s still a goddess, and that will never change.

Let’s all wish her the best, and relive some epic moments – past and present – of Britney Spears via the following gallery of her most memorable (read: stunning) photos …

28. Vintage

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Britney Spears, vintage edition. So, so unbelievable.

27. Best. Kiss. Ever.

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Britney Spears lays one on Madonna. Yes, that’s Madonna and Britney Spears (who appears to be waring a lace teddy) in an open-mouthed kiss. Let’s take a long, long, LONG look at this one, shall we? Yes. Let’s.

26. Spears Gets Low

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If Britney Spears has shown us anything through the years, it’s that her ability to maneuver her body interestingly on stage has never wavered.

25. Britney in Rolling Stone

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Britney Spears in Rolling Stone, from way back in the day. The HOT day.

24. Britney Spears, Baby

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Britney Spears rides a bike in that infamous Rolling Stone spread from back in the day.

23. Gorgeous Poster

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A Britney Spears poster more than a few dudes probably hung up back in the day.

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Farrah Abraham: The Iconic, Cringe-Worthy Moments We Can Never Unsee

At THG, we’ve seen a lot of of cringe-worthy pics of Farrah Abraham over the years … and not just from Backdoor Teen Mom.

Seriously, this girl is one serious piece of work.

And we don’t just mean how she has work done on her frequently-changing appearance, though that is some work, to be sure.

Anyway, we thought to ourselves, let’s make a special gallery, ’cause there is something about her that must be immortalized.

From car crashes on the highway, to an athlete’s leg breaking, to Farrah Abraham (in general), we can’t look away sometimes.

Even from things that make us cringe and squirm.

So experience the glory, meshed with uniquely OMG-style oddness, that is Farrah Abraham, summed up in iconic moments.

Moments frozen in time. Ones we can never unsee.

We dare you to start scrolling. Go forth.

1. The Vag Costume

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Farrah Abraham dresses up like a vagina. You cannot make this stuff up.

2. Let Us Mullet Over

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Farrah Abraham rocks the mullet like it’s her job. What a great look for her honestly.

3. YIKES

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Seriously. Yikes.

4. We’re Gonna Do …

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Yeah. Farrah Abraham does not mince words. Never has.

5. That Bathrobe in Paris

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This shot from 2019 shows Farrah in a bathrobe in Paris, basically with her chest spilling out for all the world to see. At face value, this photo could be pretty nice – if you were the woman’s husband, and it wasn’t broadcast onto the Internet, and her 10-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER WEREN’T THE ONE TAKING THE PIC. Seriously, this happened.

6. Hut … HUT!!!

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Farrah Abraham bends over and hikes a football in the best/worst photo of all time.

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Leah Messer: I Had Sex With an Older Guy During "Spin the Bottle" … My Mom MADE ME!

The release of Teen Mom 2 star Leah Messer’s memoir has been jarring, to say the least.

Fans have become aware that Leah’s past is even more painful than they ever realized.

The mother of three daughters also revealed for the first time publicly that she aborted Jeremy Calvert’s baby and nearly took her own life afterward.

Heavy stuff, to put it mildly. And that wasn’t even all of it.

In the book, Leah opens up about her addictions, stating that there were times when she was so high she didn’t even realize she was on camera.

Leah also says that as a young teen, she was put in situations that most of us could never fathom. Like beating up some girl in a real-life fight club.

Or performing sex acts with an older boy, with her mom’s knowledge, and even encouragement. Yes, this is the kind of upbringing the MTV star had.

Please be warned that the following article contains graphic descriptions of childhood sexual trauma. But it’s important that her story be heard.

1. A Painful Past

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Leah Messer has always had a complicated relationship with her mother, Dawn Spears.

2. Worse Than We Thought

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Now, Leah is opening up for the first time about the abuse she endured during her harrowing upbringing.

3. Sharing Her Pain

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Leah’s book won’t be published until May 5, but The Ashley has obtained an advance copy and is the first to report on a traumatic childhood incident Leah describes in her debut memoir.

4. A Tumultuous Home Life

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Leah sets the stage by revealing that she had already lost her virginity at age 13, and her mother was going through a rough patch in her marriage with her husband Lee.

5. A Lack of Boundaries

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Messer says that on the nights when Lee would go out drinking, her mother would stay behind and hang out with Leah and her friends.

6. A Painful Memory

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Leah says she was often embarrassed by Dawn’s behavior, particularly on the night that she suggested the group of teens engage in a game of spin the bottle.

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Sister Wives Ranked: Who is Kody Brown’s #1 Woman?

Throughout the last couple of seasons of Sister Wives, Kody Brown clashed with all his Sister Wives. This was blatantly obvious really.

At various points, Kody took issue with Meri, Christine, Robyn and Janelle – the four spouses he has taken to date.

He’s been upset because he wanted to build one big house on their land in Flagstaff, Arizona, and his idea was shot down, and he’s been mad about how some of his wives handled the pandemic.

He’s also not too fond about them, like, doing things or even proposing doing things that don’t benefit him explicitly.

Despite arguing with all four of his spouses over the course of these recent seasons, astute viewers could read between the lines.

They could tell who Kody loved, despite the occasional disagreement, and who he seemed truly sick and tired of at this point.

This got us thinking here at THG: Is there a clear favorite for Kody among the aforementioned better halves?

How would he rank Meri, Christine, Robyn and Janelle; from Kody’s most-hated to his most-loved? How would we?!

Your response to this loaded question may be different from ours, and his, but consider the rankings below.

1. For the Record…

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… we think Kody is selfish and sexist and all four wives should leave HIM. We just wanna go on record with that opinion because we know how it would be interpreted, this ranking, as if the wives are somehow not worthy of Kody.

2. Let’s Get To It Then, Shall We?

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Kody married Meri in 1990, Janelle in 1993, Christine in 1994 and and Robyn in 2010… although one the latter marriage is legal and legitimate, so Kody could officially adopt Robyn’s kids.

3. Who is His Least Favorite Wife?

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This is sadly easy. The answer is Meri. And we’re very confident that both Meri and Kody would agree.

4. Why Do We Say This?

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Well… Meri posted just one photo of Kody on Instagram in 2020, and none so far this year. They went on exactly one “date” last year to celebrate their 30th anniversary, but they called it a “non-anniversary” because “we’re not a couple.” On top of that, Meri is constantly sharing cryptic quotes about finding herself and about how one deserves to be with someone who seems value/worth in him/her.

5. Also?

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“The relationship between he and I is gone, it’s dead, it’s over,” Meri told a therapist on a Sister Wives episode that aired last year.

6. Kody Doubled Down, Too

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In his own confessional, Kody said that “Meri and I had a very fast courtship. I didn’t know who I was marrying.” He then confessed to basically regretting having ever married Meri. So… yeah. She comes in last.

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Kate Middleton: The Royally Hot Pics She Doesn’t Want You to See!

You will never see Kate Middleton, a.k.a. the Duchess of Cambridge, in a bikini, or clubbing in the shortest of skirts, ever again.

For the rest of your life. This is reality. Given her status as wife of the future king, one can’t blame her or expect anything different.

Which we get. We really do. It’s just part of growing up.

Moreover, after her private vacation images were published, you knew Middleton’s “minder” would shut ’em down going forward.

Given the unique circumstances Catherine has found herself in, her less restrained days of yore may as well be another lifetime.

While Meghan Markle’s personal Instagram may one day come back, now that she’s found freedom, Middleton’s never existed.

Nor will it. And that’s fine. You have to respect it.

Unless your name begins with “Kard” and ends with “ashian” you prolly don’t want these kindsa pics on the web, ideally.

Yet it’s kind of a shame, because Kate has it goin’ on!

Seriously, check this out …

1. At the Club

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A photo of Kate Middleton enjoying the nightlife in London, before she was the celebrity she is today. Can you imagine her partying like this nowadays?!

2. Where’s the Rest of the Outfit?

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Once again … can you imagine Kate Middleton going out to the bars like this in 2009 or 2014 … let alone right now?!

3. Get a Leg Up

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Kate showing some leg while out and about and enjoying the hot nightlife scene back in the day when she could get away with that. Heavy is the head that wears the crown, as they say.

4. With a Bonus Middleton

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Pippa Middleton and Kate Middleton both looking gorgeous as ever in a bikini photo from 2006. The sisters have some quality DNA.

5. Natural Beauty

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Kate Middleton looking gorgeous as ever in a bikini photo from 2006. The future Queen is a true beauty.

6. White Hot

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Kate Middleton looking gorgeous as ever in a bikini photo from 2006.

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Farrah Abraham: Her Iconic, Cringe-Worthy Moments We Can Never Unsee

Here at THG, we’ve seen a lot of of cringe-worthy pics of Farrah Abraham over the years … and not just from Backdoor Teen Mom.

Seriously, this girl is one serious piece of work.

And we don’t just mean how she has work done on her frequently-changing appearance, although that is some work, to be sure.

In any case, we thought to ourselves, let’s make a special gallery, ’cause there is something about her that must be immortalized.

From car crashes on the highway, to an athlete’s leg breaking, to Farrah Abraham (in general), we can’t look away sometimes.

Even from things that make us squirm.

So experience the glory, meshed with uniquely OMG-style oddness, that is Farrah, summed up in moments we can never unsee.

We dare you to start scrolling. Go forth.

1. The Vag Costume

Farrah abraham vagina costume
Farrah Abraham dresses up like a vagina. You cannot make this stuff up.

2. Let Us Mullet Over

Farrah abraham mullet
Farrah Abraham rocks the mullet like it’s her job. What a great look for her honestly.

3. YIKES

Yikes farrah
Seriously. Yikes.

4. We’re Gonna Do …

Were gonna do
Yeah. Farrah Abraham does not mince words. Never has.

5. That Bathrobe in Paris

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This shot from 2019 shows Farrah in a bathrobe in Paris, basically with her chest spilling out for all the world to see. At face value, this photo could be pretty nice – if you were the woman’s husband, and it wasn’t broadcast onto the Internet, and her 10-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER WEREN’T THE ONE TAKING THE PIC. Seriously, this happened.

6. Hut … HUT!!!

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Farrah Abraham bends over and hikes a football in the best/worst photo of all time.

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Where Do the Duggars Live? Inside Anna’s Warehouse on the Compound

Where do the Duggars – specifically Josh – live?

It’s a frequently asked question, especially lately.

For many fans of the famous family, the Duggar homestead is a familiar sight, dating back to simpler, less controversial times.

Jim Bob and Michelle built a 7,000-square foot Arkansas pad with the proceeds from their first TLC specials way back in the day.

Many years, kids and scandals later, the house serves as the setting for two reality shows – and some large family gatherings. 

Of course, much of the younger Duggar generation has grown up and moved out … some more successfully than others.

Before he got nabbed by the feds, Josh Duggar’s living arrangement in particular had been the subject of much debate.

His accomodations, along with wife Anna and their many children, were not what you’d expect given his parents’ wealth.

The confines of the main house have also been under renewed scrutiny, given that it’s where Josh’s first scandal arose.

Below, we go inside the compound and the modest digs where the 33-year-old spent (possibly) his last days as a free man.

1. The Compound

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Every Counting On fan is familiar with the massive Tontitown property known as the Duggar compound. But these days, several of Jim Bob and Michelle’s kids have left the nest to establish homes of their own.

2. The Beginning …

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The Duggars’ story begins here, in this much more modest home in nearby Springdale, Arkansas. Not the kind of place in which you would want to raise 19 kids.

3. A Humble Start

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When the Duggars made their TV debut on Discovery Health, the network helped them with construction costs for their new home in Tontitown. Execs also filled up the family’s pantry, something Jim Bob and Michelle had difficulty doing in those days.

4. The Living Room

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The Duggars love the great outdoors (especially their big backyard) but when they’re inside the compound, this sprawling living room – with its sky-high ceilings – serves as the site of more Counting On scenes than any other.

5. The Master Bedroom

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And this – as they used to say on MTV’s Cribs – is where the magic happens. Jim Bob and Michelle’s bedroom has been the site of an awful lot of baby-making.

6. The Master Bath

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And this is the bathroom off of Jim Bob and Michelle’s room. We’re guessing this was roughly the size of the living room in their first house.

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