Photo: Vincent Thian/AP/Shutterstock It’s ayear-end tradition! Former PresidentBarack Obamais sharing his favorite books, movies and music of the year onhis social media channelsonce again. (And he’s got taste!) “Art always sustains and nourishes the soul. But for me, music and storytelling felt especially urgent during this pandemic year — a way to connect even when we were cooped up,” Obama, 70,wrote on Instagram Wednesdayto kick off his 2021 list of recommendations....

Ilana Volain standing in front of part of her collection of loose and boxed dolls in her home.Photo:Noah Volain Noah Volain Barbieis having a hot pink moment thanks to the release of theblockbuster film—and Barbie collectors are reaping the benefits! On Tuesday,Marl Davidson, sold a vintage, hand-painted first edition Barbie for $20,000—and the last collection she sold on consignment went for $600,000. (Her cut? 40% of the sale.) Davidson, who started collecting Barbies 36 years ago and has “hundreds” to her name, tells PEOPLE she got into dealing vintage dolls “to support my habit....

Bebe Rexha.Photo: Dennis Leupold With a new album out and a world tour around the corner,Bebe Rexhais at the top of her game. On Friday, the singer-songwriter released her third albumBebe, a high-energy project that showcases her talents with a ’70s flare and collaborations withDavid Guetta,Snoop DoggandDolly Partonthat nod to the massive success she’s had across genres throughout her career. Earlier this month, the “Meant to Be” hitmaker opened up to fans about seeing commentary about her weight on social media,revealing she felt “discouraged” afterward....

Photo: Facebook Emma’s aunt, Claudia Stapleton, told WDIV that Emma’s father, Armando Hernandez, asked the dogs’ owner to install better fencing to keep the dogs enclosed instead of allowing them to roam around the neighborhood. “They didn’t do anything,” Stapleton told the station. “This is her neighborhood. She should be able to be free and do what every kid does — walk around, ride their bikes — they shouldn’t be afraid to be in their own neighborhood,”Stapleton continued....

(Left to right:) Annette Bening in “Nyad,” Diana Nyad in 2013.Photo:Liz Parkinson/Netflix; D Dipasupil/FilmMagic Liz Parkinson/Netflix; D Dipasupil/FilmMagic A decade ago, Diana Nyad completed a historic feat, solidifying her reputation as one of the world’s most accomplished marathon swimmers. The new Netflix movieNyad, starringAnnette Beningin the title role, recreates the real-life story of the swimmer’s obsession, upon turning 60, with the “Mount Everest” of ocean swims: the 110-mile trek from Cuba to Key West, Florida....

01of 17Hello from the InsideKevin Mazur/GettyAdeleand her beauRich Paulsmiled for the camera from their cozy table.02of 17Bottle Poppin’Kevin Mazur/GettyIt was a big night forBeyoncé, who celebratedher historic winwith husbandJAY-Z,as well as Adele and Rich Paul.03of 17New BestiesAdele and Dwayne Johnson.Kevin Mazur/GettyDwayne “The Rock” Johnsonand Adele showed off their fresh best friendship after Trevor Noah introduced them in his monologue.04of 17Red HottiesJohn Shearer/GettyShania Twainshared a laugh withSam SmithandKim Petras. The country legend’s fiery red tresses even matched with Smith and Petras' red ensembles!...

01of 11 Wakeup and Makeup Nicolette Lambright 02of 11 03of 11 The Beauty Breakdown 04of 11Pucker UpNicolette Lambright"My custom red lipstick from YSL Beauté!" 04of 11 Pucker Up “My custom red lipstick from YSL Beauté!” 05of 11Seeing RedNicolette Lambright"Today’s look! I chose this piece from Fendi’s Lunar New Year capsule collection, satin Roger Vivier pumps and a classic Hermès Kelly bag. The color red is special to our culture as it symbolizes luck, joy and happiness....

Prince Laurent of Belgium is under fire for an inappropriately-timed phone call. Seated on a golden throne and wearing his naval uniform, Prince Laurent appeared to take a phone call during the song — much to the dismay of his wife, seated beside him. King Philippe and Queen Mathilde also appeared to shoot him looks from their position on a different stage, yet the call didn’t end until Princess Claire tapped her husband on the arm....

Ted Lassoseason 3 is almost here — and fans can hardly believe it! The fan-favorite characters — including Roy Kent (Brett Goldstein), Jamie Tartt (Phil Dunster), Keeley Jones (Juno Temple), Rebecca Welton (Hannah Waddingham) and Sam Obisanya (Toheeb Jimoh) — are seen writing on a piece of yellow paper in blue ink before each holding up their design to reveal the word: Believe. As fans know, the “Believe” sign is quite important to the show as it’s what Ted Lasso (Jason Sudeikis) hangs above his office door to inspire his AFC Richmond players to never give up....

Bella Thorneis officially single.TheFamous in Lovestar announced in an Instagram post on Monday afternoon that her relationship with rapper Mod Sun has come to an end.“I will always love you,” she captioned a photo of the pair.“All good things must come to an end,” Thorne, 21, wrote alongside a broken heart emoji.Gregg DeGuire/WireImageHer split from her musician boyfriend comes nearly two months after she broke up with YouTube starTana Mongeau.After dating for a little over a year, Thorne revealed on Twitter at the end of February that the two wereno longer an item....

Ben Afflecksays his biggest preoccupation in life is being a good dad to his three kids with exJennifer Garner.In a candid interview alongside hisTriple FrontiercostarCharlie Hunnamon Monday’sToday, Affleck opened up about his life as a dad and how thankful he is to have Garner, 46, as a co-parent for their childrenSamuel Garner, 7,Seraphina Rose Elizabeth, 10, andViolet Anne, 13.“I hope I’m a pretty good dad,” he said. “I certainly try very hard....

Ben Affleckflashed a big grin while leavingJennifer Lopez’s house on Wednesday morning.The 48-year-old actor was seen in his car appearing happy as he was photographed after spending time with theHustlersstar.Rumors of Lopez, 51, and Affleck’s relationship first ignited in late April, when they werespotted outside her L.A. homefollowing her split fromAlex Rodriguez. The two laterenjoyed a getaway to Montana, where they were photographed driving together on May 8.Since then, Lopez and Affleck have been seeing each other in Los Angeles, where Affleck lives, and Miami, where Lopez has her home base....

Photo: Benjamin MooreBenjamin Moorejust revealed its paint color of the year for 2019, and they want to set the tone asneutral as possible.The brand’s color of choice was acool gray, dubbed Metropolitan AF-690. The selection is meant to emphasize the “calming role gray plays in society,” a company spokesperson tells PEOPLE in a statement.“Comforting, composed and effortlessly sophisticated,Metropolitan AF-690exudes beauty and balance,” Ellen O’Neill, Benjamin Moore Director of Strategic Design Intelligence, said....