JFK’s Niece Vows to Use ‘Pickax’ to Remove Trump’s Name From Kennedy Center

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The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. is one step closer to being called the Trump-Kennedy Center.

On December 18, 2025, the White House confirmed the board of the Kennedy Center voted to rename the building that is in honor of President John F. Kennedy.

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“I have just been informed that the highly respected Board of the Kennedy Center, some of the most successful people from all parts of the world, have just voted unanimously to rename the Kennedy Center to the Trump-Kennedy Center, because of the unbelievable work President Trump has done over the last year in saving the building,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt wrote via X at the time. “Not only from the standpoint of its reconstruction, but also financially, and its reputation. Congratulations to President Donald J. Trump, and likewise, congratulations to President Kennedy, because this will be a truly great team long into the future! The building will no doubt attain new levels of success and grandeur.”

Soon after the news broke, several Kennedy family members spoke out against the board’s decision.

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Maria Shriver questioned why Trump has been so interested in having his name be part of the cultural center.

“Next thing perhaps he will want to rename JFK Airport, rename the Lincoln Memorial, the Trump Lincoln Memorial. The Trump Jefferson Memorial. The Trump Smithsonian. The list goes on,” she wrote via Instagram. “Can we not see what is happening here? C’mon, my fellow Americans! Wake up! This is not dignified. This is not funny. This is way beneath the stature of the job. It’s downright weird. It’s obsessive in a weird way. Just when you think someone can’t stoop any lower, down they go…”

According to NBC News, Trump told reporters at the White House that he was “surprised” and “honored” by the board’s vote.

Keep reading to see how other Kennedy family members reacted to the news:

Jack Schlossberg 

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JFK’s only grandson vowed to fight back against the Kennedy Center’s new name.

“SEND ME TO CONGRESS TO SMOKE THESE FOOLS — MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD LOUD AND CLEAR,” Schlossberg, who is running for New York’s 12th Congressional District, said via Instagram on December 18, 2025. “I won’t back down or be drowned out.”

Joe Kennedy III 

After seeing Leavitt’s announcement about the Kennedy Center, JFK’s nephew decided to speak out on social media.

“The Kennedy Center is a living memorial to a fallen president and named for President Kennedy by federal law,” he wrote via X on December 18, 2025. “It can no sooner be renamed than can someone rename the Lincoln Memorial, no matter what anyone says.”

Maria Shriver

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The journalist and niece of JFK expressed her disappointment at the Kennedy Center being renamed to the Trump-Kennedy Center.

“The Kennedy Center was named after my uncle, President John F Kennedy. It was named in his honor. He was a man who was interested in the arts, interested in culture, interested in education, language, history,” she wrote via Instagram on December 18, 2025. “He brought the arts into the White House, and he and my Aunt Jackie [Kennedy Onassis] amplified the arts, celebrated the arts, stood up for the arts and artists.”

Shriver continued, “It is beyond comprehension that this sitting president has sought to rename this great memorial dedicated to President Kennedy. It is beyond wild that he would think adding his name in front of President Kennedy’s name is acceptable. It is not.”

After workers installed Trump’s name to the Kennedy Center building, Shriver spoke out again.

“This will always be the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts,” she wrote via Instagram later that month. “A great man would have said to his hand picked board, ‘Thank you, but the building already has its name. Let it stand. Let it be. I don’t need that.’ But then again…”

Kerry Kennedy

“President Trump and his administration have spent the past year repressing free expression, targeting artists, journalists, and comedians and erasing the history of Americans whose contributions made our nation better and more just,” JFK’s niece Kerry wrote via X on December 18, 2025. “President Kennedy proudly stood for justice, peace, equality, dignity, diversity, and compassion for those who suffer. President Trump stands in opposition to these values, and his name should not be placed alongside President Kennedy’s.”

One day later, Kerry reacted to Trump’s name being installed on the building.

“Three years and one month from today, I’m going to grab a pickax and pull those letters off that building, but I’m going to need help holding the ladder,” she wrote via X. “Are you in? Applying for my carpenter’s card today, so it’ll be a union job!!!”

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Tim Shriver

“Perhaps the board isn’t aware that the Kennedy Center is 𝗧𝗛𝗘 memorial to the president of the United States, John F. Kennedy.  Would they rename the Lincoln memorial? The Jefferson? That would be an insult to great presidents. This too is an insult to a great president,” JFK’s nephew Tim wrote via X in December 2025. “ Notwithstanding their short-sighted action, it is and will remain the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.”

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A Guide To Your Best Holiday Hair In Cape Town

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Ladies love getting their hair done while on holiday, so we’ve compiled a list of some of the best places in the city to get it all done – from braids and weaves to balyage and blow outs.

Here are a few of our favourites places:

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For Braids, Wigs, and Extensions

Afro Corner

This City Centre hair salon is your one-stop shop for braids, hair colouring, natural hair styling, and extensions. Professional stylists treat your hair with the care it deserves, ensuring you leave looking and feeling amazing!

Location: 33 Strand St, Cape Town City Centre
Website: www.afrocorner.co.za

ASANA Beauty

ASANA is a high-end dreadlocks and natural hair salon founded in 2019 by friends Gugu Nonjinge and Nomahlubi Hewu. But it’s more than just a place for hair; it’s a community and a safe space where you can relax. Treatments include hot oil and scalp treatments for dreadlocks, deep cleans, and protein treatments for natural hair.

Location: The Herringbone, 44 Yew St, Salt River
Website: www.asanabeauty.co.za

Ester Hair Salon

Looking for a wig supplier and expert installations? Ester Hair Salon offers that and more. It’s the spot for ladies to treat themselves, upgrade their looks, and leave feeling fabulous. Hair extensions and quality products complete your perfect style.

Location: No 32 St Georges Mall, Cape Town City Centre
Website: EsterHairSalonSA

Afrosundae

Afro Sundae is all about natural hair done right. This Table View salon specialises in coils, curls, and kinks, giving every strand the love it deserves. Kids are welcome too, with gentle, fun treatments that make hair time a breeze.

Location: 14 Merlot Avenue, Table View,
Website: instagram.com/afrosundae/

For A Luxe Pampering

Excentric Hair Salon

With locations in Kloof Street and Sea Point, Excentric Hair Salon is all about pushing the boundaries. Living by the motto ‘Dare to be different,’ the team specialises in everything from precision cutting and advanced colour techniques to results-driven treatments. They’re constantly exploring the latest trends, like balayage, contouring, geode, rainbow, and unicorn hair.

Location: 39 Kloof Street and 73 Regent Road, Sea Point
Website: www.excentric-hair.co.za

Sorbet

With branches across Cape Town, Sorbet’s hairbars handle it all: cuts, colour, treatments, styling, extensions, and straightening. And with an in-salon nail, lash, and brow menu, you can get the full pampering experience and walk out with that unbeatable, ‘just-been-treated’ feeling. Location: Various locations in the city. Details here.
Website: www.sorbet.co.za

Blue Lemon Hair & Beauty

“Good Hair Days, Every Day!” That’s the motto at Blue Lemon Hair & Beauty in Green Point. Step in and treat yourself to a full range of hair and beauty services, from blow dries and tints (parting, hairline, and roots) to highlights, Brazilian treatments, perms, and even gents’ cuts and colour.

Location: Shop 3, Portside, 41 Main Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
Website: www.bluelemonhair.com

Snippets Hair Salon

Balayage specialists in Claremont, Snippets Hair Salon turn every appointment into an experience. They’re warm, welcoming, and happy to accommodate German-speaking travellers. While you’re there, kick back with free Wi-Fi, and if hunger strikes, they’ll happily order from the sushi bar or Jack’s Bagel next door.

Location: 22 Dreyer St, Claremont, Cape Town, 7708, South Africa
Website: snippetshairsalon.co.za

Marios Hair Atelier

One of Cape Town’s top hair salons, Marios Atzemoglou and his team have built a true hair sanctuary. Women, men, and kids are all welcome. The menu includes quick blow dry, balayage-Ombre, Bio-Ionic Japanese straightening, and Brazilian Keratin treatments.

Location: 2nd Exhibition building, 81 Main Rd, Green Point, Cape Town
Website: marioshairatelier.com

Head Spas

Plush Head Spa

Inspired by viral trends and growing demand, Plush combines traditional head spa techniques with modern treatments and premium products. The treatment aims to bring deep relaxation, enhance scalp health, and promote overall rejuvenation.

Location: Unit A5, Office Park, Heron Crescent, Century Dr, Century City
Website: www.plushheadspa.co.za

Headspace SA

Blending ancient Chinese techniques with modern wellness, this head spa in Claremont promotes deep relaxation and scalp rejuvenation. Guests can choose between a Mini Experience (perfect for those short on time) or the Complete Ritual for a full pampering session. The treatment includes two luxurious washes: one with a clarifying shampoo to cleanse, followed by a nourishing shampoo and hydrating hair mask. This is paired with a head massage, hydro steam therapy, and other calming elements.

Location: Shop 12e, 11 Warwick St, Claremont.
Website: headspacesa.co.za

KITANA Japanese Head Spa

The Claremont Head Spa is by appointment only, and it’s a treat for the whole family! Their Asian-inspired head and scalp treatments cater to women, men, teens, and kids. Whether you’re popping in for a simple blow dry, a dandruff detox scrub, or a traditional hair-growth scalp oil, they’ve got you covered. Guys swear by the Alpha Ritual.

Location: 223 Imam Haron Rd, Claremont
Website: kitana_asian_headspa_capetown

Stylist Tip for Cape Town Hair

Book ahead! Cape Town is in peak season (November to February) and can get busy. Reputable salons, especially those specialising in intricate work like braiding or complex colour, get booked up weeks in advance. Secure your spot before you arrive to avoid disappointment!

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Khloe Kardashian Slams ‘Gross Commentary’ About Tristan Thompson’s Brother

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Khloé Kardashian is not here for any mean-spirited remarks about her ex-boyfriend Tristan Thompson’s 19-year-old brother, Amari.

“Last time I posted Amari in his dance class, I heard some ridiculous commentary about how, ‘How is this dance? Does he even know what’s going on?’” Kardashian, 41, said in a video posted to her Instagram Stories on Saturday, December 13. “All of this gross commentary that I don’t need [and] no one needs.”

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The reality TV star continued, “So, if you don’t know or you have never had someone with special needs in your life and you don’t know what their interests are or what makes them happy, don’t comment. If you don’t like this type of content, you don’t have to watch it. We’re all good over here.”

Amari is the younger brother of Thompson, 34, whom Kardashian dated on and off from 2016 to 2021. Amari is nonverbal and has Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and epilepsy. Thompson was granted legal guardianship of his sibling after their mom’s 2023 death. In that time, Kardashian has helped her now-ex take care of Amari.

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On Saturday, Kardashian specifically wanted to highlight one of Amari’s extracurricular activities.

“I’m going to post a few videos from Amari’s dance class, and I just want to say that I was given permission to post,” the Good American founder said. “I know there’s other students in the class, but I got permission. I want to highlight such an amazing dance academy that does so much for special children. It’s so beautiful and it’s so special, and these kids are so happy.”

She added, “I don’t know how someone wouldn’t cry, but being in these classes, it’s so beautiful. So, I just had to leave this little note that I’m not doing anything without permission — and just [sharing] how happy everyone is. If you want some feel-good content, stay tuned.”

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Kardashian uploaded several videos of Amari moving with the instructors and other students to songs from High School Musical, the Spice Girls and more at Carousel Dance Studio in West Hills, California.

“The sweetest students and teachers,” the Kardashians star captioned a follow-up slide of rehearsal footage. “I’m so thankful for places like this and for human beings like this!”

According to Kardashian, she found it to be “such an honor” to attend Amari’s class.

“The dance academy does amazing things for these magical children,” she wrote on Saturday. “Such an honor to be a witness to such great souls. The academy gave permission for me to post the [videos] I posted, and I know it goes a long way for their business to be highlighted. God bless all of these angels.”

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Kardashian has previously advocated for Amari’s well-being on numerous occasions — before and after her split from Thompson. (Kardashian and Thompson share two children: True, 7, and Tatum, 3.)

“Andrea was the sole caretaker for Amari and they lived in Canada,” Kardashian said on a July episode of her eponymous podcast, referring to the brothers’ mother. “Tristan’s mom passed away a few years ago, we — me, Tristan, my whole family — took Amari back with us to the [United] States. Tristan is in the NBA and he is in a different state, literally, every other day or every few days, and it’s just not conducive for Amari to be on that many planes.”

To accommodate Thompson’s athletic schedule, Kardashian chose “to take care of” and “be there for” Amari.

“California weather is so good for Amari, and I just love having Amari be a part of my family,” Kardashian explained, noting that she also employs two caretakers to help her. “We just want to provide Amari with the best, most beautiful life that we know how. And he deserves that.”

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Late Selena Quintanilla’s Father, Abraham Quintanilla, Dead at 86

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Abraham Quintanilla, the father of late singer Selena Quintanilla, has died. He was 86.

“It’s with a heavy heart to let you guys know that my Dad passed away today…,” the late singer’s brother, Abraham “A.B.” Isaac Quintanilla, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, December 13, announcing his father’s death. Abraham’s son also shared a photo of his father, wearing rose-colored sunglasses.

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The cause of death has not been made public.

Selena’s father married her mother, Marcella Quintanilla, in June 1963. In addition to their famous daughter and A.B., the pair also welcomed daughter Suzette.

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Abraham took on the role of Selena’s manager as her music career took off. Her musical rise was truly a family enterprise, as A.B. played the bass and Suzette played the drums in her band.

In 2021, Abraham shared excerpts from his memoir A Father’s Dream: My Family’s Journey in Music with 3News. He also told the news station of the book, “It has a lot of things in there the public wants to know. Because there’s always been, and now it’s grown even more curiosity about Selena.”

He added, “You have to understand that people have sometimes the wrong image of musicians. But they forget one thing: that being involved in music is also a business, and for me it was a business, it became a business.”

While speaking about the beginning of Selena’s career, Abraham reflected on what the experience was like for the entire family. “At first it was a dream and then within time it became a reality because Selena became one of the leading female artists in the world,” he said

Selena was shot dead in Corpus Christi, Texas, at the age of 23 by her former friend and business associate Yolanda Saldívar, who was also accused of embezzling money from the singer’s business in the months that preceded the shooting.

Coroners ruled the death a homicide despite Saldívar’s claim it was accidental.

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Us Weekly obtained the original 1995 report that confirmed that Selena died from a bullet wound to her lower right shoulder. The coroner further confirmed Selena died from “exsanguinating internal and external [bleeding] due to [a] perforating gunshot wound.”

“It is my opinion that Selena Quintanilla Pérez, a 23-year-old woman, came to her death as a result of an exsanguinating internal and external hemorrhage, in other words massive bleeding, due to a perforating gunshot wound of the thorax (chest),” coroner Lloyd White wrote.

Saldívar was charged with first-degree murder and was convicted in October 1995. Despite making a parole request in December 2024, as of November 2025, Saldívar has not been released from custody. Saldívar has served her sentence at a women’s prison in Gatesville, Texas.

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“It was the parole panel’s determination to deny parole to Yolanda Saldívar and set her next parole review for March 2030,” the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles confirmed via a statement obtained by Us.

“While nothing can bring Selena back, this decision reaffirms that justice continues to stand for the beautiful life that was taken from us and from millions of fans around the world far too soon,” the Quintanillas said via Instagram at the time. “Selena’s legacy is one of love, music, and inspiration. She lived with joy, gave selflessly, and continues to uplift generations with her voice and her spirit.”

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‘Game of Thrones’ Star Maisie Williams Skinny Dips in Italy, on Video

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Maisie Williams let loose during a vacation in Italy … stripping down to nothing to take a dip in the Mediterranean Sea! Check out the “Game of Thrones” star’s recent Instagram clip — she seems to be in pure bliss as she flashes the camera with…

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Model & Plastic Surgery Enthusiast Mary Magdalene Dead

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Mary Magdalene — the Canadian-Mexican Instagram model who got 38J breast implants — has reportedly died. According to Daily Mail, Mary — whose real name was Denise Jarvis — was in Thailand when she fell from the ninth floor of a high-rise…

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