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George Clooney says ‘history is repeating itself’ when it comes to Meghan Markle

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know that the tide has changed for Meghan Markle since becoming an official member of the British royal family.

Prior to her wedding to Prince Harry, Meghan was seen as the breath of fresh air the monarchy so desperately needed, but since becoming the Duchess of Sussex, the narrative has dramatically shifted.

And as far as George Clooney is concerned, it’s not a million miles away from Princes Diana’s story.

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Speaking to Who magazine, the actor condemned the press’s treatment of the former Suits actress.

They’re just chasing Meghan Markle everywhere. She’s a woman who is seven months pregnant and she is being pursued and vilified and chased in the same way that Diana was.

“It’s history repeating itself. And we’ve seen how that ends,” he added.

A heartwrenching letter Meghan wrote to her father regarding his relationship with the media has recently been shared with the press.

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Lady Gaga has called Cardi B ‘brave’ in light of Grammy backlash

Ever since Cardi B became the first female solo artist to win Best Rap Album at this year’s Grammy Awards, the backlash has been coming thick and fast.

After facing a torrent of abuse from social media users who didn’t deem of her worthy of the accolade, the rapper posted a video reminding her critics how hard she has worked in the industry.

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I’m seeing a lot of bulls**t today and I saw a lot of s**t last night and I’m sick of this s**t. I work hard for my mother f**king album.

Cardi then deactivated her Instagram account which boasts more than 40 million followers.

Coming out in defence of the 26-year-old, Lady Gaga posted a photo of herself with the Bodak Yellow singer, and wrote: “It is so hard to be a woman in this industry.”

What it takes, how hard we work through the disrespectful challenges, just to make art. I love you Cardi. You deserve your awards. Let’s celebrate her fight. Lift her up & honor her. She is brave.

Gaga’s post has been liked almost 100,000 times since its upload earlier today.

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Miley Cyrus stood in for Liam Hemsworth at his movie premiere

Miley Cyrus confirmed that she attended the premiere of Isn’t It Romantic? – her husband’s latest release -  in his place this week.

In an Instagram post Miley shared yesterday, she confirmed that Liam wasn’t in a position to attend due to ill health, but she was ‘proud to represent him’.

So proud of my hunky hubby @liamhemsworth & his newest movie #IsntItRomantic He unfortunately wasn’t able to attend due to health reasons… but he is recovering and taking this time to rest / heal.

“It’s hard for entertainers to put themselves before the project but this time it was crucial …. I am proud to represent him and his incredible work,” she continued in the post which has been liked more than 1.7 million times.

So happy to see him shining in this comedy! He is the funniest person I know, and the world now gets to see the Liam I wake up to every day…. luckiest.

Christ, if the rest of us mere mortals could send our partners into the office in our place. No honest to God I’m proud to represent her.

And in the rest of the day’s dirt

• Professor Green has fractured his neck and been forced to cancel his upcoming tour as he recovers. (huffingtonpost.com)

• Megan Barton Hanson apparently liked a comment which branded her former Love Island co-star, Laura Anderson, ‘a mess’. (closer.co.uk)

• Storm Keating admitted she found it difficult when Ronan Keating – in the early days of their relationship – told her he wasn’t sure if he wanted any more children. (irishmirror.ie)

• Rich the Kid was reportedly attacked during an armed robbery in LA. (independent.co.uk)

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