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Maren Morris, Lana Del Rey and More Speak Out About Texas Floods
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- Some of music’s biggest stars are taking to social media with statements about the devastating Texas floods
- The death toll has risen to at least 94 people from the Texas floods since Friday, July 4, according to officials
- Maren Morris, Lana Del Rey and more are speaking out
Musicians are raising awareness about the deadly Texas floods.
As the death toll has risen to at least 94 people from the Texas floods since Friday, July 4, according to officials, some of music’s biggest stars — from Maren Morris to Lana Del Rey — are taking to social media with statements about the devastating natural disaster.
The floods were spurred by nearly unprecedented rainfall that swelled the Guadalupe River, drowning portions of the state’s Hill Country.
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Camp Mystic, in Hunt, Texas, is a major site of the devastation so far, with 10 of its campers and one counselor still missing, Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said, according to CNN.
Morris, 35, a Texas native, posted to Instagram on July 5 with photos from throughout her time in the region. “thinking of my home state right now. the floods are devastating and people are still missing,” she wrote in the post’s caption.
“there are several places to donate but i’ll be donating to an incredibly impactful fund called the Texas Hill Country Community Foundation,” continued the “My Church” artist. “they’ve set up a specific fund to support local efforts (nonprofits, local government, first responders and local shelters).”
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Del Rey, 40, posted a note to the social media platform as well. “I want to say how sorry I am for so many people’s losses in Kerr County and beyond in Texas,” began the singer, who isn’t from the Lone Star State but has drawn inspiration from the region for songs including 2023’s “Paris, Texas.”
“We’ve been thinking of you every day since the floods,” she wrote. “All of my prayers are with you every moment of the day this week and may all the angels be with you as you search for even more lost loved ones.”
The “Ride” artist continued, “I’m so sorry for everyone who’s going through this. It’s truly unprecedented and I can’t even imagine it. All my love.”
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Billie Eilish reposted a video of the floods that was originally shared by the official account of Texas Parks and Wildlife to her own Instagram Stories. “this is so sad,” she wrote. “sending love to Texas.”
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Shakira posted to her X account ahead of a July 5 performance at the Alamodome in San Antonio and wrote, “Our hearts and prayers are with those affected by the flood in Central Texas.”
“We are donating a portion of tonight’s show proceeds to Catholic Charities of San Antonio, who are providing disaster relief to the families impacted,” she added. “If you would like to join me in donating, please click on the link below. Your help is important and appreciated.”
Hilary Duff, who originally hails from the Houston area, posted to Instagram with a lengthy note about the floods.
“Heartbroken doesn’t begin to cover it. Consumed. Obsessed. Praying for even a shred of a miracle — to find a child alive in the wake of this boundless disaster,” she began. “Tears fall every time I imagine one of these families receiving bad news… waiting… or entire families lost. Just gone. It’s too much to comprehend.”
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She continued, “Beautiful Texas, I love you. To all the boots on the ground — I love you. To those facing tremendous, impossible loss — we are looking at their beautiful faces, embossing them in our minds. We will remember them. Bright lights, gone far too soon.”
The “Sparks” singer, 37, added, “I was — and will forever be — that girl with a wild hearted, fierce love for my barefoot summers at camp in the Texas Hill country. It imprints on your soul. It changes your identity. It’s a realm of true magic. You could never imagine an ending this tragic.”
“I’m just so deeply, absolutely sorry,” said Duff. “Your loss is felt across the world.”
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Miranda Lambert, a Texas native, posted on Instagram that she and her nonprofit MuttNation are working on supporting the pet community affected by the unprecedented rainfall and subsequent flooding.
“Hey y’all. Just wanted to jump on here and say how devastated we are to hear about the floods in south and central Texas. I can’t even come up with any words for the loss that everybody’s suffering,” Lambert, 41, began in the video.
“MuttNation Foundation is working really closely with Kerrville Pets Alive as we speak to try to get more info and figure out where the needs are to support the pet community and pet owners in the disaster. We will have more info as it goes, but I’ll post everything that I know to post right now.”
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“So y’all join with us and try to help out as much as you can and keep sending prayers and I’ll keep you posted,” concluded Lambert.
She also shared ways to help the animals impacted by the floods on her Instagram Stories, such as fostering, volunteering with transporting supplies and remote data entry, dropping off supplies at shelters, reporting missing and found pets and donating.
Fans can donate through MuttNation’s website and Instagram with a goal of raising $15K. As of publishing, the foundation has raised over $14K.
To learn how to help support the victims and recovery efforts from the Texas floods, click here.
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Actor who played The Gimp in ‘Pulp Fiction’ dead at 68

Stephen Hibbert, best known for playing The Gimp in “Pulp Fiction,” has died at 68.
The actor and writer died of a heart attack in Denver, CO., on Monday, according to TMZ.
In a statement given to the outlet, Hibbert’s children — Greg, Ronnie, and Rosalind — said, “Our father, Stephen Hibbert, passed away unexpectedly this week. His life was full of love and dedication to the arts and his family. He will be dearly missed by many.”
A rep for the actor did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment.
Hibbert was best known for playing The Gimp in Quentin Tarantino’s 1994 classic “Pulp Fiction,” starring John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson and Uma Thurman. His character had no lines and was covered by a leather bodysuit. Bruce Willis’ character had a memorable run-in with him.
Born in Fleetwood, England, Hibbert wrote for TV in the ‘90s, on shows such as “Late Night with David Letterman” “Mad TV” and “Boy Meets World.”
He also acted as a script doctor for numerous iconic movies like “Shrek” and “Austin Powers,” and he appeared in a small role in “Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me.”
In a 2024 interview with AARP, he said he met Tarantino at the famous improv group, the Groundlings Theater.
Since The Gimp had no lines and was covered in leather, he said he got cast without talking. “Quentin and I acted out a master and slave scenario for the casting director. He bossed me around the office and I groveled. I felt like I’d been training all of my work life for an opportunity to audition for a role like that. Whee!”
He also recalled his sudden fame after the movie premiered. The actor said he got “two dozen messages” on his answering machine from men telling him they liked his performance and wanted to meet for coffee.
“Yikes! These fellas had to wait for the end credits to see who played The Gimp, then find a pay phone, call LA 411 and snag my number. I quickly changed my number and became unlisted,” he quipped.
He recalled his role fondly, however, noting that he thinks it’s “one of the greatest films of all time,” and “a great time capsule” of LA in the ’90s.
From 1989 to 1994, Hibbert was married to actress Julia Sweeney, who was also in “Pulp Fiction.”
In addition to writing and acting, he also taught a film theory course at Denver School of the Arts, and he taught improv at Chaos Bloom Theater in Denver.
Hibbert is survived by his three kids.
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Beach Boys icon Bruce Johnston steps away from band after 60 years
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After six decades with the Beach Boys, Bruce Johnston is taking a step back from the band.
However, Johnston said he’s far from done with music.
“It’s time for Part Three of my lengthy musical career!” Johnston told Rolling Stone. “I can write songs forever and wait until you hear what’s coming!!! As my major talent beyond singing is songwriting, now is the time to get serious again.”
The 82-year-old musician said the next phase of his career will lean heavily into songwriting and a new venture — speaking engagements.
“In addition, I’m currently working on developing a speaking-engagement chapter of my career — inspired in part by Cary Grant, who long ago made a similar move after his movie career,” Johnston explained.
“With a ton of help designing what I speak about from John Stamos, I’ll be doing appearances and events of my own. I might even sing ‘Disney Girls’ and ‘I Write the Songs!!’”
Johnston emphasized that he will still maintain ties with the group that helped define the California sound.
“I am excited to join the Beach Boys for performances on special occasions and will see everyone at The Hollywood Bowl as we celebrate our Nation’s 250th Birthday!!” he continued. “This isn’t goodbye, it’s see you soon. I am forever grateful to be a part of the Beach Boys musical legacy.”
Johnston marked the end of an era that spanned roughly 6,000 concerts and generations of fans. He joined the band in 1965 when Brian Wilson stepped away from the road to focus on studio work.
For nearly three decades — with the exception of the band’s 2012 reunion tour — Johnston had been the only original-era member regularly touring alongside Mike Love. His contributions extend far beyond the stage. Johnston penned several Beach Boys songs, including “Disney Girls,” “Deirdre” and “Tears in the Morning.”
During a brief departure from the group in 1972, Johnston wrote the smash hit “I Write the Songs,” famously recorded by Barry Manilow.
Johnston returned to the Beach Boys in 1978 and remained in the touring lineup until his final show in January.
Mike Love praised Johnston’s decades of contributions to the iconic band.
“Bruce Johnston is one of the greatest songwriters, vocalists and keyboardists of our time,” Love said in a statement to Rolling Stone. “We’ve had the honor of his performance and participation for many, many years with the Beach Boys. Change is always promised in life, today, we find ourselves in a chapter of change, but not an end.”
“Bruce shifts his focus on what he does so well, which is songwriting and recording,” Love added. “I personally look forward to collaborating in the studio with Bruce in the very near future. I am very supportive of Bruce and I have every confidence that he will produce great music.”
Meanwhile, a new voice is stepping into the touring lineup.
Chris Cron — frontman of the Beach Boys tribute act Pet Sounds Live — has begun performing with the band after sitting in on shows beginning in late February.
The Beach Boys originally formed in the early 1960s with brothers Brian, Carl and Dennis Wilson, alongside cousin Love and friend Al Jardine. Over the decades, the band became one of the most successful acts in music history, selling more than 100 million records worldwide and leaving an enduring imprint on American pop and rock.
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