New York City was the place to be this week, but it was a rare family moment that truly stole the show and sent social media into a tailspin.
Julia Roberts and her niece Emma Roberts turned heads on Sept. at the Veuve Clicquot x Simon Porte Jacquemus event held at the iconic Central Park Boathouse. The duo took “family resemblance” to a whole new level, twinning with matching fiery red hair that had fans on social media buzzing instantly.
TikTok and X (formerly Twitter) were quickly flooded with side-by-side shots of the two, with one fan’s comment going viral: “The Roberts genes are simply elite!”
But the Roberts women weren’t the only ones making waves in the Big Apple. The city was practically a playground for the A-list this week, with romance and red carpets around every corner.
Just a few days earlier, on Sept. , Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles continued to fuel romance rumors. The pair was spotted stepping out hand-in-hand, keeping it cool in shades as they navigated the N.Y.C. streets together.
Meanwhile, over at the season world premiere of The Morning Show, costars Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Marion Cotillard shared a sweet embrace on the red carpet.
Aniston looked effortlessly sleek, while fellow cast members Karen Pittman, Nicole Beharie, and Jon Hamm—who was joined by wife Anna Osceola—added to the night’s high-wattage star power.
Broadway fans also got a major treat as Leslie Odom Jr. made his triumphant return to the role that made him a household name. He stepped back into the shoes of Aaron Burr in Hamilton, smiling alongside costars Trey Curtis and Morgan Anita Wood.
Backstage at the theater, Law & Order: SVU star Mariska Hargitay was seen treating her daughter, Amaya Josephine Hermann, to a special behind-the-scenes visit.
Across the pond, Prince Harry stayed busy with his philanthropic efforts. On Sept. , the Duke of Sussex visited Imperial College’s Centre for Blast Injury Studies in London. He followed that up with an appearance at the WellChild Awards, where he was seen giving an inspiring speech and meeting with families.
Back in North America, the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) was also in full swing with some heavy hitters.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Emily Blunt showed off their undeniable chemistry for their new project The Smashing Machine, while Jacob Elordi captivated the crowd at the Frankenstein premiere. Amanda Seyfried also made an appearance, keeping it simple and chic for The Testament of Ann Lee.
And we can’t forget the high energy of the MTV VMAs! Sabrina Carpenter pulled out all the stops for a breathtaking performance of “Tears,” later celebrating at an after-party in a stunning vintage Bob Mackie costume.
Lady Gaga also made a major splash, accepting the Artist of the Year award before rushing off to her own show at Madison Square Garden.
Whether it’s a stylish family reunion in Central Park or a royal visit in London, our favorite stars are definitely keeping us on our toes!
Unexpected Team-Up: Prince William and Emma Watson Unite for Change
Prince William had plenty to celebrate this weekend, but his latest public appearance quickly turned heads for a very different reason. After marking his 44th birthday and Father's Day with his family, the future king returned to royal duties—and made a surprisingly personal confession about the emotional toll of climate change.
William joined Hollywood stars Emma Watson and Benedict Cumberbatch at a United for Wildlife forum in London, an initiative he launched with the Royal Foundation in 2013. The organization works around the world to combat wildlife trafficking, environmental crime, and the destruction of endangered species.
But it was William's candid admission about his own fears that stole the spotlight.
The Prince of Wales revealed that climate change has caused him "sleepless nights," admitting he has struggled with anxiety about what the future could look like. Yet instead of allowing those fears to overwhelm him, William said seeing real progress through conservation efforts has helped keep his environmental anxiety under control.
He also delivered a powerful message to business leaders, urging them to become the kind of leaders they admired when they were children. With technology and innovation transforming the world at an incredible pace, William challenged CEOs to use their influence to create meaningful change.
The event launched London Climate Action Week, with more royal appearances expected, including the Earthshot Prize assembly.
Emma Watson also delivered a surprising revelation of her own. The Harry Potter star highlighted the fashion industry's enormous environmental impact, pointing out that it produces more emissions than aviation and ranks behind only oil among major polluting industries.
Watson, who is also pursuing a doctorate in philosophy at Oxford, shared a hilarious story about mistakenly believing paparazzi were following her. After spotting photographers with telephoto lenses, she arranged a distraction and escaped through another exit. The twist? They weren't photographing her at all. They were waiting to capture a red kite.
Meanwhile, Benedict Cumberbatch praised William as "a great guy" and urged businesses and individuals to recognize that they can still make a difference, even when global environmental challenges appear overwhelming.
With William, Watson, and Cumberbatch joining forces on the issue, the London forum delivered a clear message: the fight against environmental destruction is becoming impossible for the world's biggest names to ignore.
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