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Ruby Rose announces split from Veronicas singer Jess Origliasso

the couple started dating on the set of the ‘On Your Side’ music video

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Ruby Rose and Jess Origliasso in The Veronicas’ music video ‘On Your Side’ (Photo courtesy of Instagram)

Ruby Rose announced that she and longtime girlfriend Jess Origliasso, one half of the duo The Veronicas, have parted ways in an emotional social media post on Sunday.

“Break ups are always incredibly hard on the people involved,” Rose writes. “But I can only be grateful for the experiences we shared. It’s with a heavy heart to share that Jess and I parted ways a few months ago.”

Rose posted the news on April Fools Day which caused some fans to think the breakup announcement was a prank. The “Orange is the New Black” actress immediately made it clear the split was serious.

“I understand it’s ‘April 1st’ but I would never use something so personal as an April fools joke,” Rose tweeted.

Rose, 32, and Origliasso, 33, were friends for years but began dating after starring together in The Veronicas’ music video “On Your Side” in 2016.

Fans began to speculate that the couple had split months ago after Origliasso unfollowed Rose on social media in December. In November, Rose had accussed Jess’ twin sister and The Vernonicas bandmate, Lisa, of making insentitive remarks regarding Australia’s same-sex marriage vote.

“So glad to see Lisa Origliasso screaming in excitement about the yes vote after telling us she thinks we should feel ‘lucky’ we don’t get stoned to death like they do in other countries and to get over it a few months ago. Really warms my heart,” Rose wrote in the since-deleted tweet.

Lisa denied she made “intolerant statements” and pledged her support to the LGBT community.

“I did not make those statements and I do not hold those views. Sexuality has never played a factor in my acceptance of people or their relationships,” Lisa wrote in a statement.“I have and always will continue to show my unwavering support for the LGBTI community with pride and continue to celebrate love, acceptance and tolerance within our country and community.”

 

 

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‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay

Games to take place next month in Italy

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January 23, 2026

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“Heated Rivalry” stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will participate in the Olympic torch relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics that will take place next month in Italy.

HBO Max, which distributes “Heated Rivalry” in the U.S., made the announcement on Thursday in a press release.

The games will take place in Milan and Cortina from Feb. 6-22. The HBO Max announcement did not specifically say when Williams and Storrie will participate in the torch relay.

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Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans

Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance

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January 23, 2026

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Spark Social Events will host “Ru Paul’s Drag Race S18 Watch Party Hosted by Local Drag Queens” on Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.

Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.

This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday

DC Center to host event

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Members of the cast of 'Queer Eye' speak at an event at Crush Dance Bar in August. (Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Center is hosting a watch party for an episode of the 10th and final season of “Queer Eye,” which was filmed in D.C. The screening will be held on Friday, Jan. 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Center.

The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.

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