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Author Frieda McFadden Unveils True Identity After 23 Years! New

Author Frieda McFadden Unveils True Identity After 23 Years!

Freida McFadden, known for the book "The Housemaid," has revealed that she is actually Sara Cohen, a doctor from New York who has been leading a dual life as an author. She disclosed her identity after many years to clear up speculation about her real persona. The Reveal Cohen, 45, expressed her fatigue with keeping her identity secret and publicly appeared in disguise to maintain privacy. She confirmed that while the glasses she wore were hers, the hair was a wig. Her journey started with the publication of “The Devil Wears Scrubs” in 2013, but fame increased with "The Housemaid" in 2022. Balancing Two Careers Cohen initially kept her writing secret to avoid any impact on her medical career. She aimed to reveal her identity once she stepped back from full-time medical duties. Despite this secrecy, her colleagues had already discovered her dual role and supported her. She realized maintaining both careers was overwhelming and scaled back her medical practice in late 2023, working only occasionally now. Speculation and Reality Cohen addressed numerous rumors about her identity in media appearances, dismissing outlandish theories, like being multiple people or having AI write her books. Despite enjoying writing alongside medicine, Cohen missed out on public events common among authors due to her need for privacy. Ultimately, Cohen emphasized that writing was a fun side pursuit rather than a replacement for her rewarding career as a doctor.

Apr 09, 2026
Kurt Russell on How 'The Madison' Stirs His Love Story with Goldie Hawn New

Kurt Russell on How 'The Madison' Stirs His Love Story with Goldie Hawn

Kurt Russell, star of the new show "The Madison," shared how Taylor Sheridan’s scripts resonated with him due to parallels with his real-life relationship with Goldie Hawn. In the Paramount+ series, Russell plays Preston Clyburn, whose death becomes the emotional focus as his family navigates their grief. Character Connections Russell found himself emotionally impacted by his character's love story with Stacy Clyburn, played by Michelle Pfeiffer. He related it to his decades-long relationship with Goldie Hawn and appreciated the authenticity of the writing. Russell and Hawn have been together for over 40 years after their romance began in the 1983 film "Swing Shift." Despite initial hesitations due to their age difference when they first met in 1966, their partnership blossomed over time. The Impact of Loss In the series, Stacy grapples with realizing the depth of her connection with Preston only after his passing. She moves to Montana with her family, discovering aspects of Preston's life she had not known. Russell emphasized how relatable these themes are, noting that regrets around unfulfilled potential in relationships resonate widely. Series Success "The Madison" became a major hit for Sheridan, garnering significant viewership shortly after its debut. The show was quickly renewed for a second season, promising further exploration of main characters' pasts through flashbacks featuring Russell despite his character's early death. The final episodes of season one were released on March 21, and though filming for season two has concluded, a release date has not yet been announced.

Apr 09, 2026
Olivia Munn Reveals Male Costar's Refusal to Let Her Save Him On Set New

Olivia Munn Reveals Male Costar's Refusal to Let Her Save Him On Set

Olivia Munn recently shared a challenging experience on a film set involving a male costar who objected to her character saving his. The incident was discussed on The Drew Barrymore Show. On-Set Disagreement Munn, appearing on the April 8 episode, recounted an altercation with an unnamed male actor. During a scene where her character was supposed to save his by shooting an attacker, the costar interrupted filming because he did not want a woman to save him. The actor seemed surprised by the script despite rehearsals and became combative, causing a 45-minute delay in filming. Munn eventually eased tensions by suggesting a minor change in the scene's framing while keeping her action the same. Munn's Career Choices In her conversation with Drew Barrymore, Munn mentioned she intentionally selects roles that break away from traditional stereotypes and do not portray women negatively. She stated that it is important for her to take parts where female characters can stand independently of their male counterparts' stories. Previous Experiences in Hollywood Earlier this month, Munn alleged that Alec Baldwin prevented her from joining 30 Rock. She claimed she was initially cast but ultimately replaced due to Baldwin's concerns about her age compared to his character's love interest. Despite this setback, Munn felt reassured by receiving an offer from influential figures such as Tina Fey and Robert Carlock. Munn also reflected on past offers to sign NDAs under significant monetary incentive after challenging situations on set but chose not to stay silent. For more details, read about Olivia Munn’s experience with set drama here.

Apr 09, 2026
Did Angel Marie Thompson Target Nicole Alston? Here's What We Know New

Did Angel Marie Thompson Target Nicole Alston? Here's What We Know

Identification of Remains The remains of Nicole Alston, found dismembered and burned in Hogansville, Georgia in 2007, were identified in 2023 using genealogy databases. Authorities discovered that her girlfriend, Angel Marie Thompson, had been living under Alston's identity for nearly 17 years. Exploitation of Identity Angel Marie Thompson accessed Alston's social security benefits, housing assistance, car, and job by impersonating her. The two first met in New York City before moving to Georgia, where Alston was isolated from acquaintances who might have noticed her absence. Sheryl McCollum from the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute noted that Alston's vulnerabilities made her a target for Thompson. Alston was legally blind and without close family ties, which facilitated Thompson's exploitation. Investigative Discoveries In December 2007, pieces of Alston’s body were discovered in garbage bags. Investigators faced challenges due to the lack of identifying features but managed to extract DNA from the remains. Troup County Sheriff Clay Bryant pointed out irregularities when no missing persons report matched the discovered remains. In time, investigators contacted Alston’s surviving relatives to confirm her identity. McCollum speculated that others might have fallen victim to Thompson and urged anyone with relevant information to come forward. Related: Debra Newton's Arrest Caught on Bodycam 40 Years After Daughter's Abduction

Apr 09, 2026