Pamela Anderson Explains Her Decision to Go From ‘Baywatch’ to Bare-Faced
Pamela Anderson captivated the world with her striking beauty and glamorous persona. From her iconic role in Baywatch (1989-2001) to her bold appearances in Playboy, she became a symbol of the time’s excess and allure.
Many might not realize, however, that there’s more behind her dazzling image.
In recent years, Anderson has embarked on a deeply personal journey of self-discovery and transformation; she’s chosen to step away from the limelight, embracing a simpler, more authentic life.
In the 1990s, Pamela Anderson became a cultural phenomenon, embodying the quintessential image of Hollywood glamor. With her platinum blonde hair, striking blue eyes and signature makeup look, she was the main face of a period that celebrated excess and beauty standards defined by boldness.
Her role as C.J. Parker on Baywatch catapulted Anderson into international stardom, making her one of the most recognizable figures on television. Her appearances in Playboy magazine further solidified her status as a sex symbol, a title she carried with both pride and complexity.
Anderson’s image was meticulously crafted, both by herself and the media, turning her into an icon whose influence extended beyond her on-screen roles. She became a fixture in pop culture, with her look emulated by fans and admired by millions.
However, behind the glamorous facade, Anderson was grappling with the pressures and expectations that came with maintaining such an image. The persona she’d projected to the world was, in many ways, a character she played – a “cartoon character,” as she would later describe it.
This image, while powerful, became a double-edged sword, trapping her in a role that eventually no longer reflected who she truly was…
December 31st, 1904: The First New Years Celebration Held in Times Square
On December 31, 1904, a new tradition began in New York City: the first-ever New Year’s Eve celebration at Times Square.
Today, the Times Square ball drop is watched by millions of people worldwide, but it all started over 100 years ago, in a much smaller, simpler way.
The event took place in Times Square, which was originally called Longacre Square. The name was changed when The New York Times moved its headquarters to the area.
Adolph Ochs, the newspaper’s publisher, wanted to celebrate the move by organizing a public event. Three years later, they would add the main feature of the celebration, the first ball drop, which was a simple iron and wood ball weighing 700 pounds and covered in 100 light bulbs.
At midnight, the ball was raised up a flagpole at One Times Square and dropped to signal the arrival of the new year.
The first celebration was attended by about 200,000 people who gathered in Times Square to ring in 1905. It included fireworks and live entertainment, though the event was much smaller than the huge spectacle it is today…
Trump Urges GOP to Pass ‘One Powerful Bill’ to Advance His Agenda
President-elect Donald Trump has called on Republican lawmakers to pass “one powerful bill” to advance his policies on border security and tax cuts as he prepares to return for a second term.
In a social media post on Sunday, Trump said members of Congress will work on a single bill that is packed with policy items aimed at making America “greater than ever before.”
“We must Secure our Border, Unleash American Energy, and Renew the Trump Tax Cuts, which were the largest in History, but we will make it even better – NO TAX ON TIPS,” the president-elect stated.
Trump suggested that he plans to offset the taxes by imposing tariffs on imports from countries that “have taken advantage of the U.S. for years.”
“Republicans must unite, and quickly deliver these Historic Victories for the American People. Get smart, tough, and send the Bill to my desk to sign as soon as possible,” he stated.
His remarks came after House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) unveiled a plan to pass Trump’s legislative policies through a reconciliation bill, which would enable the policies to be passed with a simple majority, bypassing the Senate’s 60-vote threshold…
Donald Trump Jr. and MAGA financier Omeed Malik team up to take online firearms seller public
GrabAGun complies with all federal standards that require retailers to perform comprehensive background checks and keep records of all purchases.
“We are looking to invest in great businesses that aren’t impaired by ESG mandates,” Malik told The Post.
“This is a continuation of building out the EIG ecosystem leading to further synergies amongst its members”… we’re running towards those opportunities.”
The deal values the online firearm retailer at $150 million — the company made more than $100 million last year and is already profitable, a company spokesperson says.
Malik will take the company public through his special purpose acquisition company Colombier Acquisition Corp. II, which will enable the firearms seller to list on the public stock exchange.
Malik and Trump both believe although they may face backlash for the deal, but say their priority is supporting companies that encourage Americans to exercise their second amendment rights….
Retaliation or Retribution: Examining Trump’s Claims Against the J6 Committee
Critics of the January 6th Committee have made serious claims. They say some testimony was left out on purpose because it didn’t fit the narrative.
Other accusations include failing to explain why National Guard support wasn’t used even after being offered before the Capitol riots and throughout the ordeal.
Some say the committee focused on damaging Trump politically rather than giving the full truth about January 6th. Leaving a trail of broken families, and individuals incarcerated without due process, in the wake of what has been described as a political persecution.
Kennedy’s speech reminds us that transparency is essential to democracy. He said, “No President should fear public scrutiny of his program. For from that scrutiny comes understanding, and from that understanding comes support or opposition, and both are necessary.”
Trump’s presidency has definitely faced some of the most intense scrutiny in recent times. This attention hasn’t been limited to him alone. It has extended to his cabinet members, his family, and now even his supporters. While the media, political opponents, and other officials lead the charge.
Is it now time that the public is finally allowed to know what happened on January 6th and the actions of the committee?
Are we now allowed to decide for ourselves what to think about the populist movement, the establishment, and Trump’s policy results without the spin of the media or political fervor? Without the unfiltered truth can anyone even make any real decisions about such matters?
Investigating the J6 Committee should be about facts, not revenge. If mistakes were made or laws were broken, those responsible must be held accountable. It is not only right, it should be the American way.
At the same time, Trump’s legal cases and accusations of wrongdoing should be judged fairly. It might seem strange that recently, many of the charges against him have been dropped without prejudice by judges and special prosecutors like Jack Smith. Could it be that they fear what Trump might do as President-Elect?
Or is there a bigger risk of the public finding out about a dangerous conflict—a battle between the establishment and those who dare to speak out against its corrupt actions?
This moment may be the ultimate test of whether America’s institutions can apply justice without bias.
Whether people see Trump’s comments as retaliation or retribution will likely depend on the outcome. The real goal should be transparency and fairness, ensuring no one is above the law.
The fight over the J6 Committee is not just about Trump or his critics. It’s about whether Americans can trust their government and its processes.
As Kennedy once said, secrecy undermines democracy. By focusing on truth and accountability, Trump’s actions may actually help to restore faith in the system for many of whom it has felt absent for so long…
Rarely spotted sea creatures seen off California coast. Check out the cool pictures
During whale watching trips on Jan. 2, onlookers saw a fin whale and a minke whale, which are “rare sightings for this time of year,” according to a Jan. 3 Facebook post by the Monterey Bay Whale Watch.
Minke whales are the smallest baleen whale in North American waters and can reach lengths of up to 35 feet and weigh up to 20,000 pounds, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
They usually are spotted alone or in groups of two or three and use side-lunging as a way of feeding on schools of fish, the NOAA said.
Fin whales are hunted by commercial whalers, which has dwindled their population, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration…
Zelensky proposes spending $300B in frozen Russian assets on US weapons
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wants to spend up to $300 billion in seized Russian assets on US weapons purchases, which would grant a hearty boost to the American defense industry, he said in a new interview with podcaster Lex Fridman.
The US and its allies banned any transactions with Moscow’s central bank and finance ministry following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, freezing roughly $300 billion of Russian government assets in financial institutions in the West.
In the interview posted to YouTube on Sunday, Zelensky suggested that Ukraine could use those funds to purchase additional weapons from the US instead of waiting for donations.
“We don’t need gifts from the United States,” he said. “It will be very good for your industry, for the United States. We will put money there. Russian money, not Ukrainian, not European. Russian money, Russian assets. They have to pay for this.”
The Ukrainian president explained that such an endeavor would amount to a “security guarantee” to help push Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiation table…
The January 6th Story Doesnt Add Up
Four Tren de Aragua members tried to blend in with migrants and sneak across Texas border: cops
The gangbangers — including a suspected high-ranking member — illegally crossed into Eagle Pass with about 22 migrants from Colombia, Mexico, Peru and Venezuela, telling state police they were bound for San Antonio, authorities said.
They were held as officials checked their backgrounds, and within days, state troopers were able to identify the four as TdA members through interviews, their gang tattoos and searches of their social media accounts, authorities said.
One of the men, Segundo Ocando-Mejia, 39, had star tattoos that indicated his possible high rank within TdA, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement Friday.
The quartet has since been charged with criminal trespassing at the state level. If convicted, they would be sentenced and then likely be held by the feds and eventually potentially released back into the US, since other countries have yet to agree to accept Venezuelans in these circumstances.
Texas Department of Public Safety Lt. Chris Olivarez said on X that the gang “remains an existential threat to public safety,” adding that state authorities are exhausting “every resource to track down and arrest” their members….
Parler’s Vindication: From Silencing to Rising on the 4th Anniversary of the January 6th Event
The Department of Justice’s recent report on the January 6th events omitted any mention of Parler as a provocateur or conspirator. This omission is not just a footnote; it’s a resounding validation of Parler’s innocence and a clear rebuke to those who hastily labeled us. This document serves as a testament to our assertion that Parler was never about inciting violence but about providing a space for voices to be heard, especially those marginalized by mainstream platforms.
However, the aftermath of that day revealed something more sinister than reputational damage: it was an attack on the freedom of millions. Apple, Google, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) colluded to silence us, abruptly cutting off access to over 20 million users. This was not merely a business decision; it was an act of censorship, executed without accountability. No executive from these corporations has faced legal consequences for this coordinated suppression, underscoring a troubling disparity in how tech giants operate.
But from the ashes of this adversity, Parler has not just risen; we’ve soared. We’ve reconstructed our platform to be fully autonomous, now supported by our very own Parler Cloud. Unlike platforms that boast of owning their cloud but rely on third-party infrastructures, Parler Cloud is genuinely ours, ensuring our independence from the whims of Big Tech.
Our journey from defeat to victory is a truly American story, rooted in Texas with over 135 employees all based in the US, embodying the spirit of resilience, innovation, and freedom. Here’s how we’re redefining the social media landscape: …
Kamala Harris Certifies Donald Trump’s 2024 Presidential Election Victory in Historic Joint Session
The certification of Electoral College votes, a constitutional requirement, lasted just under 30 minutes and proceeded without significant objections or disruptions.
Vice President Harris, who had been the Democratic presidential nominee in the 2024 election and was defeated by Trump, announced the final Electoral College tally, formalizing her own loss alongside that of her running mate, President Joe Biden.
In a rare moment of bipartisan acknowledgment, lawmakers from both sides of the aisle applauded the peaceful and orderly process.
The final count reflected Trump’s decisive victory over Harris, marking his return to the presidency after a four-year hiatus….
I’ll be thinking about Ashli Babbit: Sebastian Gorka | Newsline
On Monday’s “Newsline,” Sebastian Gorka outlined what is on his mind on the four-year anniversary of the Jan. 6th Capitol breach and the Trump election certification.
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