DAILYCALLER (Leena Nasir) - Judge Orders Prince Harry And 6 Other Celebrities To Pay Media Outlet Millions
‘The conduct was unreasonable to a high degree’
YOUTUBE (CNN) - Prince Harry and other celebrities ordered to pay Daily Mail publisher $13M
CNN's Max Foster reports on the legal battle between UK tabloid publisher Associated Newspapers and six high-profile celebrities, including Prince Harry, Elton John and Elizabeth Hurley. The celebrities have been ordered by a UK court to make an initial payment of $13 million toward Associated Newspapers' legal costs for making unproven claims about its reporting. Read more at the link in our bio.
AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - Prince Harry and co-claimants ordered to pay millions after judge condemns failed Daily Mail lawsuit as 'unreasonable to a high degree'
A High Court judge has ordered Prince Harry and six fellow claimants to begin paying millions in legal costs to the Daily Mail's publisher after ruling their failed hacking case was conducted in a manner "unreasonable to a high degree", a rare rebuke that could leave the group facing a bill approaching £50 million. Mr […] The post Prince Harry and co-claimants ordered to pay millions after judge condemns failed Daily Mail lawsuit as 'unreasonable to a high degree' appeared first on American Almanac .
A High Court judge has ordered Prince Harry and six fellow claimants to begin paying millions in legal costs to the Daily Mail's publisher after ruling their failed hacking case was conducted in a manner "unreasonable to a high degree", a rare rebuke that could leave the group facing a bill approaching £50 million. Mr Justice Nicklin handed down the costs ruling on August 17, 2026, granting Associated Newspapers an indemnity costs order, a measure reserved for cases pursued improperly, and directing the claimants to make a first payment of £9,544,355 within seven days. The judge declined to cap the total amount the publisher can claim, and he found that the claimants had pressed serious criminal allegations against Mail journalists even…Open
NEWSNATIONNOW (Steph Whiteside) - Prince Harry, Elton John, others ordered to pay Daily Mail publisher £9.54m
A group of seven high-profile claimants lost a case against the Daily Mail's publisher, alleging unlawful information gathering.
AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz vacation at Elton John's French Riviera villa while dodging his estranged parents
Brooklyn Beckham and wife Nicola Peltz traded yacht life for a stay at godfather Elton John's $20 million villa in Nice, just days after narrowly crossing paths with David and Victoria Beckham on the same stretch of French coastline. The 27-year-old Beckham heir and his 31-year-old wife shared photos from the estate on Instagram, showing […] The post Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz vacation at Elton John's French Riviera villa while dodging his estranged parents appeared first on American Almanac .
Brooklyn Beckham and wife Nicola Peltz traded yacht life for a stay at godfather Elton John's $20 million villa in Nice, just days after narrowly crossing paths with David and Victoria Beckham on the same stretch of French coastline. The 27-year-old Beckham heir and his 31-year-old wife shared photos from the estate on Instagram, showing the couple lounging on the grounds, posing with the 79-year-old music legend, and taking in the property's lily pond and outdoor tennis courts. Elton John's husband, David Furnish, 63, left comments on both Brooklyn's and Nicola's posts confirming the visit. The villa stay came after a stint aboard Elton John's super yacht off St. Tropez, the same waters where David and Victoria Beckham were anchored on…Open
AMERICANALMANAC (Alex Tanzer) - Jim Gilstrap, voice behind the 'Good Times' theme and Stevie Wonder's 'Sunshine,' dead at 79
Jim Gilstrap, the R&B singer who opened Stevie Wonder's "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" and sang the theme to the landmark sitcom "Good Times," died Saturday of natural causes in Los Angeles, he was 79. Gilstrap's nephew and family spokesperson, Geoffrey "Geoff Gil" Gilstrap, confirmed the death to The Hollywood Reporter and Billboard. […] The post Jim Gilstrap, voice behind the 'Good Times' theme and Stevie Wonder's 'Sunshine,' dead at 79 appeared first on American Almanac .
Jim Gilstrap, the R&B singer who opened Stevie Wonder's "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" and sang the theme to the landmark sitcom "Good Times," died Saturday of natural causes in Los Angeles, he was 79. Gilstrap's nephew and family spokesperson, Geoffrey "Geoff Gil" Gilstrap, confirmed the death to The Hollywood Reporter and Billboard. No specific illness or condition was disclosed. Representatives for the singer could not be reached for comment at the time the news broke. For millions of Americans, Gilstrap's voice was the sound of two cultural touchstones: a No. 1 pop hit and a television theme song that defined an era. His career spanned decades, from Vietnam-era military service to studio sessions with artists ranging from Aretha…Open
YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - "I am NOT a bank!": Why Elton John cut off Prince Harry
The bank of Elton John is officially closed for business. After Prince Harry’s devastating loss in court, the bills are coming due—and they are massive. Today, we break down why Elton John is reportedly furious over being hit with legal fees, and how Harry’s toxic brand audit led to a massive blowout with Sentebale chairwoman Sophie Chandauka. How much longer can the Sussexes fund their ultra-luxury lifestyle when the cash flow is completely drying up? Follow Paula Froelich: Substack: https://substack.com/@paulafroelichuncensored Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pfro —-------------------------------- FOLLOW STEFANIE JONES: https://www.instagram.com/steffrjones #PrinceHarry #MeghanMarkle #RoyalFamily #EltonJohn #TheScoop…
YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - Elton John CUTS OFF Harry? The 'pilgate' accusations, Meghan’s sudden absence explained | The Scoop
What a week for the House of Sussex. Prince Harry’s highly publicized UK trip has ended in what can only be described as a catastrophic fallout — and the ripples are spreading fast. Today on "The Scoop," royal and entertainment correspondent Stefanie Jones joins @PaulaFroelich to break down the massive ramifications of Harry losing all 97 accounts in his court case against the Daily Mail. From Elton John allegedly shutting down his "ATM" after being hit with massive legal bills, to the shocking "Pilgate" allegations involving Charlotte Griffin, we dive into the truth behind the headlines. Plus: why did Meghan Markle skip all of her planned public outings, leaving Harry to face his worst public relations week alone? Follow Paula…
YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - Prince Harry: Court went lengths to exonerate Daily Mail in lawsuit
Prince Harry lost the lawsuit he brought against the Daily Mail along with celebrities Elton John and Elizabeth Hurley. In a joint statement with Baroness Doreen Lawrence, of Clarendon, a fellow claimant in the case, he called the defeat "a complete and obvious whitewash." NewsNation's senior story editor Paula Froelich explains why the lawsuit was lost. Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
NEWSNATIONNOW (Jesse Weber) - Prince Harry Daily Mail lawsuit loss could cost him $67M
Elton John was among the other plaintiffs who joined Harry in the lawsuit against Associated Newspapers.