00:00Hayden Panettiere is opening up about the deeply uncomfortable dynamics she experienced with Connie Britton while filming Nashville.
00:06We've got more on her candid new memoir revelations in today's Page Six headlines.
00:11In her new memoir, This Is Me, A Reckoning, Panettiere explained that Connie Britton was originally meant to be the
00:16clear star of Nashville,
00:18while Panettiere's character, Juliette Barnes, was expected to play more of a supporting role.
00:23But after the pilot aired, Panettiere said her billing on the show quickly rose,
00:27making her feel like she was suddenly competing with Britton's lead character, Raina James.
00:32The actress admitted she felt deeply uncomfortable about the shift,
00:35especially because Britton was an established Emmy-nominated actress and a new mom at the time,
00:40while Panettiere was just 23 years old.
00:43Panettiere recalled trying to show Britton respect during scenes together,
00:47including intentionally grabbing a microphone underneath Britton's hand during one rivalry moment to signal she came in peace.
00:53She also revealed that she repeatedly apologized while filming tense scenes
00:58because she didn't want Britton to think she was trying to step on toes,
01:01later clarifying in the memoir that Britton was amazing and so supportive,
01:05despite the competitive storyline between their characters.
01:08Next, Bethany Frankel is revealing just how much money she makes from brand deals and influencer partnerships.
01:13The former Real Housewives of New York City star shared on Emma Greene's Aspire podcast
01:18that she earns more than $20 million a year from influencer contracts alone,
01:24not including her other businesses, licensing ventures, or real estate investments.
01:28Frankel admitted she's been hesitant to discuss the number publicly because she worries it could upset people,
01:33but she said she believes creators deserve to be paid when they help move products and influence sales.
01:38She also explained that she only promotes products she genuinely uses and trusts,
01:43saying major companies come to her specifically because audience believe her reviews are authentic.
01:48Frankel credited her TikTok success to speaking honestly rather than reading scripted endorsements,
01:53adding that her audience spans multiple age groups because she doesn't fit into one singular mold.
01:59The reality star also teased future plans for a possible Bethany Seal for products she endorses
02:04and said retailers could eventually feature dedicated sections, highlighting her recommendations and equity partnerships.
02:11Finally, Phil Collins has made a rare public appearance years after stepping away from music due to serious health issues.
02:18The former Genesis frontman attended the King's Trust 50th anniversary celebration
02:22at Buckingham Palace alongside his ex-wife, Jill Tavelman, who shared photos from the event on Instagram.
02:29Collins was seen using crutches during the appearance,
02:31as Tavelman revealed the pair also spent time privately with King Charles during the celebration.
02:37The musician has remained mostly out of the public eye since retiring in 2022
02:41after ongoing medical problems left him unable to play drums,
02:45including complications from neck surgery, drop foot, and multiple operations.
02:50In recent interviews and his Phil Collins drummer first documentary,
02:53Collins has spoken candidly about the emotional toll of losing the ability to perform,
02:57admitting that not being able to hold drumsticks properly has been a shock.
03:02He has also revealed that he now relies on a live-in nurse,
03:05while continuing to manage ongoing issues involving his mobility, knees, and overall health.
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