ANY sincere fan will, at times, display what may seem like an inordinate amount of emotional attachment and angst over sports celebrity gossip. Whether it’s a megastar of music or film spotted in the stands at a game, a social media viral moment or a star athlete fighting back tears over a crushing injury, celebrities bring a certain level of intrigue to sports that boosts viewership and ticket sales. But as fans, it’s important to find a balance between entertainment and responsible engagement that prioritizes more substantial issues and fosters a critical mindset.
This week, Charlotte and Madeline dive into the latest in sports celebrity gossip. We find out why a former WWE star lost her job over Coldplay cheating drama, why surfing superstar Billy Kemper is battling a gruesome injury and more. Plus, Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard dishes on his Subaru lifestyle, WNBA star Suni Lee and NBA player boyfriend OG Anunoby make their relationship official and a teen powerlifter obliterates a world record that had the athletics world losing its mind.