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Bad Bunny Used to Make Mix CDs for His Family and to Please His Father
Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Bad Bunny shared a heartwarming childhood memory about his father and how it influenced his love for music. During an…
Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Bad Bunny shared a heartwarming childhood memory about his father and how it influenced his love for music.
During an interview with People, he reminisced about spending summers in Puerto Rico, specifically in his family’s house on the west side of the island.
Born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, he fondly recalled creating mix CDs as a young boy, using them as a way to curate playlists before digital platforms made it easier.
Bad Bunny. (Source: badbunnypr/Instagram)
The ‘Me Porto Bonito’ singer revealed that his motivation behind making these CDs was to please his dad, Tito Martínez.
“I would buy the CDs and I would create playlists on the CDs and I would collect different types of music. And it was always about pleasing my dad,” the 29-year-old artist said to the outlet.
Alongside songs for himself, he would carefully select tracks for his parents and siblings. The artist explained how these CDs became an integral part of his memories, evoking nostalgia whenever he drives through the same highways in Puerto Rico.
He said, “I have so many memories through those highways, listening to these CDs and these playlists that I would create. And still, every time I go to the west of Puerto Rico, I get flashbacks from those moments and it feels good.”
Bad Bunny’s parents are proud of him
Bad Bunny was born on March 10, 1994, in Almirante Sur, Puerto Rico, to his father, Tito Martínez or Martínez Ocasio, and his mother, Lysaurie Ocasio.
His father worked as a truck driver, although specific details about his birth and background are currently unknown.
Bad Bunny’s father is originally from Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic and did his best to provide for the family, even though they experienced poverty. The family resided in a small house on Almirante Sur in Puerto Rico.
Despite the challenges they faced, his dad Ocasio, whom Bad Bunny affectionately refers to as “Papi,” is a big music enthusiast.
The singer’s father would often listen to the radio and took great pleasure in hearing his eldest son’s music. In an interview, he shared that his father turns up the volume and listens to his music with an open heart.
Similarly, Bad Bunny’s mother is a retired schoolteacher. She had a strong influence on his early exposure to music, frequently playing genres like salsa, merengue, and ballads while he helped her with household chores.
As a child, Bad Bunny attended church regularly with his devoutly Catholic mother and even sang in the church choir until the age of 13.
While his mother initially hoped he would become an engineer, she is incredibly proud of her son’s monumental success in the music industry, just like his father.
Bad Bunny has two younger brothers
Bad Bunny has two younger brothers named Bernie and Bysael. He considers them not only family but also close friends via Sportskeeda.
Growing up, he described his upbringing as being in a happy home and emphasized that he was not the type of kid who got involved in street activities; instead, he preferred spending time at home with his family.
Bad Bunny’s brother Bernie. (Source: )
Bernie, born in 1997, actively works with his brother, assisting him with tours and managing his professional endeavors. He has made appearances in his brother’s music videos, including a cameo in the video for ‘Yo Visto Así.’
Similarly, Bysael, born in 2001, the youngest of the siblings, recently graduated from the Beltrán Baseball Academy. He has a passion for baseball and is determined to pursue a career in the sport, aspiring to become a professional player.
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The reality star shuts down Maura Higgins romance rumors and reveals he is currently building a private woodworking project for his new love.
Rob Rausch has a lot to celebrate this February. Just one day after pulling off the ultimate deception to win Season 4 of Peacock’s The Traitors, the 27-year-old reality star has confirmed that his heart is officially taken. During the highly anticipated The Traitors reunion, which aired Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, the professional snake wrangler revealed that he has been in a committed relationship for two months.
The news comes as a blow to “shippers” who were hoping for a real-life romance between Rob and his Love Island alum and The Traitors co-star, Maura Higgins. Throughout the season, the pair’s “flirty faithfulness” was a central storyline, culminating in a shocking finale where Rob betrayed Maura’s blind trust to claim the entire $220,800 prize pot for himself. When host Andy Cohen asked during the reunion if there was any chance for a romantic spark between the two now that the game is over, Rob was quick to shut it down, confirming his status with a new, private partner.
While Rob is keeping his girlfriend’s identity under wraps for now, eagle-eyed fans have already begun the investigation. DeuxMoi recently shared a grainy photo of the reality star out and about in Kansas City with a mystery woman, sparking rumors that his new flame may be a non-celebrity from the Midwest.
In a new profile for The Cut published alongside his win, Rob gave a rare glimpse into how he’s spending his time away from the cameras. The feature noted that the Alabama native is “currently working on a woodworking project for his girlfriend,” though he declined to share her name or how they met. This “private but not secret” approach is a departure from his highly publicized flings on Love Island USA Seasons 5 and 6, where his “villain era” and breakup with Leah Kateb became viral sensations.
Maura Higgins, who was left “gobsmacked” and jokingly called Rob a “snake” after his Traitor reveal, seems to be taking the relationship news in stride. During the reunion, she teased Rob about his “good lying skills,” telling him, “You’re never going to have a girlfriend after this.” Rob countered with a laugh, noting that his current partner actually finds his strategic mind “impressive” rather than terrifying.
As for that $220,800 prize? Rob says he plans to be responsible with his winnings—but not before making things right with Maura. He confirmed during the reunion that he is officially buying her a Hermès Birkin bag as a “betrayal apology.” With a record-breaking reality TV win under his belt and a new mystery woman by his side, Rob Rausch is proving that 2026 is his most successful year yet.
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On Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, the entertainment community was struck by the devastating news of the passing of Katherine Elizabeth Short, the eldest daughter of comedy legend Martin Short. Katherine was discovered in her Hollywood Hills home following a welfare check initiated by a concerned friend who reported that the 42-year-old had not been heard from in over 24 hours. Upon arriving at the residence shortly after 6:00 p.m., Los Angeles law enforcement officers were forced to make entry into the home, where they found Katherine behind a locked bedroom door.
Law enforcement sources have since confirmed that Katherine died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Homicide detectives who responded to the scene recovered a firearm along with a note left by the clinical social worker. After a thorough investigation of the scene and the 911 audio obtained from the initial call, authorities have officially ruled out foul play. The loss marks a heartbreaking chapter for the Short family, who have navigated significant private trials despite Martin’s long-standing status as one of Hollywood’s most beloved and energetic performers.
In a statement released to the media, a representative for the family expressed their profound grief, describing Katherine as a “beloved soul” who was remembered for the “light and joy she brought into the world.” Katherine was the eldest of three children adopted by Martin and his late wife, Nancy Dolman, who passed away from ovarian cancer in 2010. Unlike her father, Katherine chose a life away from the cameras, earning a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California and dedicating her professional life to mental health advocacy and dual-diagnosis treatment at various prestigious Los Angeles clinics.
Her professional peers have been vocal about the “cruel irony” of her passing, noting that Katherine spent her career as a staunch advocate for Bring Change to Mind, a nonprofit dedicated to ending the stigma surrounding mental illness. Colleagues remember her as a deeply compassionate woman who used her father’s signature wit to put her patients at ease while maintaining a fierce commitment to the vulnerable populations she served. As of late February 2026, Martin Short has postponed several of his upcoming tour dates with longtime collaborator Steve Martin to remain in Los Angeles and grieve privately with his sons, Oliver and Henry.
The tragedy has reignited a national conversation about the silent struggles often faced by those in the “helping professions.” While the contents of the note found at the scene remain private, the family continues to ask for space as they process the “unimaginable heartbreak” of losing a daughter who spent her life fighting for the mental well-being of others. This latest loss for the 75-year-old actor, who has often spoken about the “resilience muscle” he built after the early deaths of his parents and brother, has led to an outpouring of support from his Only Murders in the Building co-stars and the broader Broadway and film communities.
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Born into Hollywood royalty, Harlow Jane once wanted to be a lawyer. See how Patricia Arquette’s daughter became a 2026 indie star in her own right.
In the “Nepo Baby” discourse of the mid-2020s, Harlow Jane stands out not for her famous lineage, but for her initial, fierce resistance to it. As the daughter of Academy Award-winner Patricia Arquette and action star Thomas Jane, Harlow’s entry into Hollywood was anything but a foregone conclusion.
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During her early school years, Harlow Jane did everything in her power to distance herself from the “family business.” In a now-famous interview with People, she recalled telling a career counselor in the first grade that she wanted to be a lawyer. “I definitely rebelled against it for as long as I could,” she noted. To a young Harlow, the sets and makeup trailers that her parents frequented were “mundane” and “boring.”
However, her perspective shifted during her time at an arts-focused boarding school. Surrounded by the “eccentric personalities” of fellow artists, she realized that acting wasn’t just a job her parents did—it was a calling she couldn’t ignore. “I can’t live a lie of wanting to be anything else,” she confessed.
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Harlow was born Harlow Olivia Calliope Jane in February 2003. Although her parents married in 2006 and divorced in 2011, they have remained exceptionally close as co-parents. In February 2026, as Harlow celebrates her 23rd birthday, she is often seen at industry events flanked by both parents, a testament to the healthy, creative environment they fostered.
Her father, Thomas Jane, has been particularly supportive. Coming from a family of scientists, he found it ironic and thrilling that his daughter shared his passion for the arts. Meanwhile, Patricia Arquette has praised Harlow as a “deep person” and a “serious actress” who doesn’t rely on her name to get through the door.
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Harlow’s professional journey hit a high note in the Apple TV+ series High Desert. In a meta-casting move, she played the younger version of her mother’s character, Peggy Newman. To ensure accuracy, Harlow even worked with a dentist to get artificial teeth that matched her mother’s specific dental structure—a level of dedication that earned her critical acclaim.
By February 2026, Harlow has moved into more experimental territory. Following her roles in the thriller Dig and the rom-com She Came to Me, she is currently developing her own independent projects under the mentorship of director Rebecca Miller. Her goal? To tell stories that reflect the “vibrant, weird, and beautiful” world of the artists who raised her.
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Harlow Jane is successful because she understands the “technical handshake” of the industry while maintaining the “unvarnished truth” of her own identity. She represents a new generation of Hollywood talent that acknowledges their roots while working twice as hard to prove their individual worth.