Taylor Swift Drops The Life of a Showgirl; *NSYNC Reunion Arena Tour Reportedly in Talks, But Justin Timberlake Yet to Join; National Boyfriend Day

Taylor Swift drops new album. The Grammy-winning artist has released her highly anticipated 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl , out today. The 12-track record marks her first collection of original material since 2024's The Tortured Poets Department and sees her reuniting with acclaimed producers Max Martin and Shellback. The album's lead single, 'The Fate of Ophelia,' has garnered critical praise for its haunting depiction of emotional rescue and self-reclamation. Other standout tracks, including 'Opalite' and 'Wood,' are already sparking conversation for their lyrical references believed to nod to Swift's fiancé, NFL star Travis Kelce. *NSYNC reunion arena tour reportedly in works. The iconic boy band is in advanced negotiations to celebrate their 30th anniversary with an eagerly awaited reunion tour. However, sources reveal that Justin Timberlake has yet to participate in these discussions. Having wrapped up his solo 'Forget Tomorrow World Tour' in July 2025, Justin is currently focusing on recovery from Lyme disease. Despite his absence, bandmates Lance Bass, Joey Fatone, JC Chasez, and Chris Kirkpatrick remain committed to moving forward with an arena tour, determined to mark the milestone with or without him. Today's holidays: National Boyfriend Day and National Body Language Day. In today's birthday news: Singer Chubby Checker turns 84, Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham 76, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee 63, actor Clive Owen 61, singer Gwen Stefani 56, actress Neve Campbell 52, actor Seann William Scott 49, actress Tessa Thompson 42, actress Alicia Vikander 37, A$AP Rocky 37.