Billy Joel reveals suicide attempts amid love triangle fallout
In a Tribeca Festival documentary Billy Joel recounts two self harm attempts after an affair with his best friend's wife Elizabeth Weber. He describes a period of guilt, drinking, and homelessness that culminated in a coma from sleeping pills, followed by a second attempted overdose after drinking furniture polish.
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Billy Joel and Jonas star in midlife comeback and Kiss biopic
A documentary on Billy Joel details his recovery after a suicide attempt, his 1971 Cold Spring Harbor breakthrough, and reconciliation with his first wife and manager. Nick Jonas is tapped to play Kiss frontman Paul Stanley in Shout It Out Loud, with production set for late this year or early next, while Joel postpones shows due to hydrocephalus diagnosis.
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Amazon Prime
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Will Ferrell
Adrienne Warren
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Letter writer seeks answers on friend's death and closure
A reader laments lack of obituaries or public records for Mary, a friend of about 60 years, and asks for guidance on learning how she died. The columnist suggests possible privacy by heirs and emphasizes honoring the relationship over the details, proposing personal remembrance.
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Widower questioned on timing after wife's death in Dear Abby column
A widower, 62, who cared for his ill wife for years begins dating a longtime friend and faces disapproval from his late wife's family. The columnist explains the "one year" guidance aims to protect emotionally vulnerable widowers from hasty decisions, noting grieving started during caregiving.
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Lilo & Stitch Reigns With Third Weekend at Box Office
Disney hit remains No 1 as Lilo & Stitch earns 32.5 million in North America for a domestic total of 335.8 million and global 772.6 million. John Wick spinoff Ballerina debuts softer at 25 million. Mission Impossible Final Reckoning, Karate Kid Legends, and Final Destination Bloodlines follow in top five.
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