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In 2003, Molly Ringwald shares that her daughter Mathilda Gianopoulos was conceived in Studio 54’s dressing room.
Molly Ringwald, the iconic actress known for her roles in films like “Pretty in Pink” and “The Breakfast Club,” recently shared a surprising revelation about her daughter, Mathilda Gianopoulos. In an interview with the Times, Ringwald disclosed that Mathilda was conceived in the dressing room of Studio 54 in 2003 while Ringwald was starring as Sally Bowles in the Broadway play, “Cabaret.”
The now 20-year-old Mathilda is the daughter of Ringwald and her husband, Panio Gianopoulos. Reflecting on her journey to motherhood, Ringwald shared that she always knew she wanted children but felt the pressure of the “biological clock” as she approached her mid-30s. She welcomed Mathilda into the world on October 22, 2003, and described her immediate bond with her daughter as “enchanted.”
Despite her success as an actress, Ringwald acknowledged the challenges of balancing motherhood with her career. She also has fraternal twins, Roman and Adele, with Panio Gianopoulos, whom she married in 2007. Ringwald’s dedication to her children is evident, as she strives to create stability and prioritize their well-being.
In addition to her family life, Ringwald continues to make appearances in the entertainment industry alongside Mathilda. The mother-daughter duo recently attended the premiere of Ringwald’s show, “FEUD: Capote vs. The Swans,” in New York City. Mathilda is also making a name for herself as a model and aspiring actress, following in her mother’s footsteps.
Ringwald’s candid revelation about Mathilda’s conception adds a unique and memorable chapter to their family story. As they navigate the challenges and joys of motherhood together, Ringwald and Gianopoulos remain committed to providing a loving and stable environment for their children. Their journey serves as a reminder of the enduring bond between a mother and her child, shaped by love, laughter, and shared experiences.
Through her honesty and vulnerability, Ringwald continues to inspire fans with her authenticity and grace. As she embraces the complexities of motherhood and celebrates the milestones of her children, Ringwald’s presence in the spotlight remains a testament to the enduring power of love and family.
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Simone Biles Emerges Victorious over Suni Lee and Gabby Douglas at Gymnastics Classic
Simone Biles is a champion — again! Just over seven months after becoming the most decorated gymnast of all time, the 27-year-old Texan took home another title on Saturday, May 18, at the 2024 Core Hydration Gymnastics Classic in Hartford, Connecticut. She racked up an impressive all-around score of 59.500, topping the score she earned at last year’s classic (59.1).
Biles dominated the event, which also saw a return to the competition for Suni Lee and Gabby Douglas — marking the first time that three former Olympic all-around gold medalists competed at the same event, according to NBC Sports.
Tokyo Olympics floor exercise gold medalist Jade Carey and team silver medalist Jordan Chiles also competed, as well as Shilese Jones, Skye Blakely, Kayla DiCello, Joscelyn Roberson, Leanne Wong, and Lexi Zeiss.
According to USA Today, Biles’ scores for each event never dipped below 14.55. She posted her highest scores for the vault and floor events, scoring a 15.600 with her self-named Biles II move on the vault. For the first time since the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she also completed a triple-twisting double salto on the floor.
“I was just happy to be back out there, get through those nerves again, feel that adrenaline,” she told NBC Sports. “I can’t really complain how the first meet back was.”
Jones, 21, solidified her status as a gymnast-to-watch at Saturday’s event, coming solidly in second place overall, less than two points shy of Biles’ score with a 57.650. She even surpassed Biles on the uneven bars with a score of 15.250.
Douglas, 28, had a difficult night. After competing in just one event — the uneven bars, where she fell twice, and finished with a score of 10.1 — she sat down for a few minutes and then left the floor. She later withdrew from the competition with no reason given.
This meet marked one of Douglas’ first returns to major competition after eight years. Before her appearance at the 2024 American Classic last month, she last competed in 2016, where she won gold at the Rio Olympics.
Lee, meanwhile, completed three events — vault, beam, and floor. The 2020 Olympic all-around champion took home the highest score on beam and finished with a 40.75 total score, qualifying her for the all-around at nationals.
For the 21-year-old Lee, her participation comes more than a year after being diagnosed with two different types of kidney diseases.
According to USA Gymnastics, 2020 Olympians Chiles — who roused fans with her performance on the uneven bars — came in third place all-around with a 55.450. Carey came in fourth with a 54.400, and Blakely, 19, finished just shy of her with a 54.350.
The event also saw some injured athletes — 2022 U.S. all-around champion Konnor McClain withdrew from the meet after injuring her Achilles as she was warming up for the floor.
The classic is one of the last lead-up meets before the U.S. team is selected. One of the next meets, the 2024 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships, is set to take place May 30-June 2 in Fort Worth, Texas. At the competition’s conclusion, the USA Gymnastics national teams will be named, and those athletes will advance to compete at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Gymnastics later in June in Minneapolis.
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