This Week’s Stir: Kathy Bates & Wynonna Judd ‘Lost Too Much Weight,’ Kelly Ripa & Sandra Bullock Used ‘Too Much Botox,’ and More

This week’s buzz centers around the latest celebrity transformations and controversies. Kathy Bates’ dramatic weight loss before her “Matlock” return raises health concerns, while Wynonna Judd’s new slender look prompts debates over whether she’s lost too much weight. Dive in for these and other trending stories.

New ‘Matlock’ with ‘So Thin’ 76-Year-Old Kathy Bates Is on Everyone’s Lips: ‘OMG, What Happened to Her?’

Award-winning actress Kathy Bates is gearing up to dazzle in CBS’s highly anticipated series, “Matlock,” and the buzz is palpable. Fans are eagerly awaiting her return to the screen with this exciting new role.

A recent Instagram video offers a sneak peek into the action. At 76, Bates, looking poised in a navy blue suit, joins her co-stars for a playful teaser about the show. The cast’s playful banter includes the tantalizing tease, “More twists coming your way.”

The clip ends with Bates revealing that the series will premiere on September 22. The news of Bates starring in “Matlock” has certainly stirred up a lot of reactions. Fans are excited, with many eager to see her in action.

One person on X shared their enthusiasm, “Matlock is returning? Kathy Bates is a great actress too. Playing Matlock’s daughter.” Another chimed in, “Kathy Bates is Matlock. I’m very intrigued.”

Others had trouble recognizing her. “Wow. I didn’t recognize her.😮,” one fan wrote. Questions like, “OMG, what happened to her? I love her but is this even her? She was fine before????” popped up as well.

There were also speculations about her weight loss, with some suggesting she might be using Ozempic, “Ozempic got Kathy Bates too,” said one person. Despite this, some fans still admired her. One wrote, “She’s one of those who ages beautifully.”

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Fans Notice Wynonna Judd, 60, ‘Lost Too Much Weight’ as She Flaunts ‘Skinny’ Look in Black Plunging Outfit

Country icon Wynonna Judd, 60, set Instagram ablaze on August 7 with the photo she shared of herself looking beautiful and vibrant, with her fiery signature hair and rockstar guitar. While many certainly noticed the star’s beauty, they couldn’t help but pinpoint something distinctly different about Wynonna’s physicality.

Footage of the country star showed her belting out a powerful rendition of one of her beloved hits, “No One Else On Earth,” with the accompaniment of her talented band.

Upon seeing the picture and TikTok fan video, many took to social media platforms to point out how much weight they think the musician has lost recently, with some believing it to be too much. “You have lost too much weight,” asserted an Instagrammer.

While Wynonna has yet to confirm her recent weight loss publicly, looking back at some of her past pictures and videos, they indicate a marked difference in the star’s physicality.

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Kelly Ripa, 53, Stirs up Buzz as Users Notice Her ‘Cheeks Are Melting’ in Recent Appearance: ‘Yikes!’

Talk show host, Kelly Ripa, known for her infectious energy, has once again captured the public’s attention—but this time for reasons beyond her usual charm.

In a recent Disney event, Ripa who looked stunning talked about living her dreams and meeting esteemed actors like Harrison Ford, Angela Bassett, and John Cameron.

Despite opting for a minimalist makeup look and subtle accessories, her cheeks sparked a lively debate among viewers.

Critics were quick to suggest that Ripa might have had plastic surgery, with comments ranging from, “Yikes!!!! another victim of Plastic Surgery,” to, “Kelly, grow old gracefully.”

While Ripa’s recent public appearance sparked a flurry of online chatter, the day was marked by a significant accolade for the TV host.

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Catherine & William Record Video for Olympics: Her ‘So Different’ Look, Sweater & His Unshaved Beard Ignite Discussion

As the 2024 Paris Olympic Games set hearts racing and spirits soaring, Prince William and Princess Catherine have joined the global cheer squad. They are lending their royal endorsement to Team Great Britain.

Their heartfelt video message, however, has sparked quite a stir, blending regal support with a touch of Hollywood flair. The video kicks off with a surprise guest appearance from American rapper Snoop Dogg, who sets the stage with his signature charisma.

But the real show-stealer comes next: Catherine and William make their grand entrance. In a casual white shirt adorned with black stripes, the Princess of Wales radiates effortless elegance as she showers praise on the athletes.

“From all of us watching at home, congratulations to Team GB!” she declared, her words brimming with pride and admiration.

“Well done @teamgb, what an incredible journey!” they wrote. “Every athlete showed immense dedication, heart, and passion. You made us all so proud! Here’s to celebrating every triumph at @paris2024 and looking forward to more from @paralympicsgb_official later in the summer.”

Others took a closer look at Catherine’s appearance, with comments such as, “Catherine looks old and tired,” and, “Kate’s face looks so so different! Wow 😮.” Some even questioned, “This mark on Kate’s neck. Scar or AI?”

Another commented, “WOWWW! I’m at a loss for words, I was not expecting this! so great to see you Catherine and WILLIAMS BEARD[sic]????” Yet another fan eagerly pleaded, “William please keep growing that beard!! ❤️”

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‘Hardly Recognized Her’: Sandra Bullock Looks ‘Different’ after Turning 60 in Latest Appearance That Sparked Buzz

Celebrated actress, Sandra Bullock added a star-studded touch to Hoda Kotb’s 60th birthday celebration, which aired on the “Today with Hoda and Jenna” show on August 12.

In the video, Bullock, dressed in a chic black outfit, delivered a touching message to Kotb. Although the actress initially planned a host of clever and amusing comments, she humorously admitted to being a bit worn out.

The Oscar-winner began with, “Hoda, Hoda, Hoda, Hoda. I had so many brilliant and funny things prepared for you, for this message…but you know, girl, I’m just too tired!”

Bullock added, “It’s weird, because people seem to want us to be afraid of what it might look like when we get there. It turns out it’s pretty damn great, it’s pretty awesome.”

She credited Bullock with inspiring her decision to adopt her two daughters. Kotb explained that when she was contemplating motherhood later in life, Bullock’s example was a guiding light.

Bullock had told her that becoming a mom was the best decision she had ever made. This led Kotb to follow suit and adopt her daughters, Haley and Hope.

One fan praised Bullock’s appearance, writing, “Sandra, your hair looks terrific—I’ve never seen it like that; it looks great!” Another admirer echoed this sentiment, expressing amazement at Bullock’s age and style, “I am mind blown that Sandra is 60!!”

Bullock marked her 60th birthday on July 26, and the celebration was filled with heartfelt tributes and moments of reflection. Her sister, Gesine Bullock-Prado, took to social media to celebrate the milestone.

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And that brings to an end this week’s celebrity buzz! From Kathy Bates’ weight loss to Sandra Bullock’s youthful appearance, it’s been a whirlwind of transformations and controversies. Stay tuned for next week’s digest for more headlines and hot takes!