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Lexi Hensler Joined Selena Gomez’s Gala for Kid’s Mental Health — Into Lexi’s Own Journey

Lexi Hensler is the huge advocade of mental health

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American internet personality Lexi Hensler recently attended Selena Gomez’s Gala, which is dedicated to raising funds and awareness for children’s mental health.

On October 6, 2023, Hensler posted a series of pictures from the Rare Impact Fund Benefit hosted by Gomez in Los Angeles, aimed at supporting youth mental health.

In the first picture, she was captured alongside Gomez, and in subsequent photos, the internet personality was seen with other well-known faces of the entertainment industry, such as Larsen Thompson, Kelsey Darragh, and Quigley Goode. 

Alongside the post, Hensler captioned, “13-year-old Lexi struggling so deeply with her mental health never would’ve imagined she’d one day be at Selena Gomez’s incredible gala to raise money and awareness for kid’s mental health.”

The social media personality added, “She was so sure things would never get better, but look how much they did,” along with a white heart emoji. 

She also thanked Catch for granting her this incredible opportunity. She then passionately conveyed her excitement about being part of the effort to create a better, kinder, and more supportive future for the kids.

Following the post, Eef Vicca commented, “One awesome and incredibly down-to-earth girl right there, being so impactful in all that she does. Way to go Lexi!.” At the same time, one social media user wrote, “So proud of you Lexi. Can’t wait for many great things to come!”

Along with the admiration for Hensler, many people also expressed pride for Gomez’s great initiative. The singer launched her cosmetics Rare Beauty brand in 2020, and one of the brand’s goals is to eventually raise $100 million in support of youth mental health.

In an interview with Forbes, Gomez stated, “I have been open with my mental health struggles and have seen myself affected by feeling less than. Through my openness, I have heard from many young people over the years struggling as well and so this is something very close to my heart.”

Lexi Hensler’s struggle with mental health 

Hensler first encountered a mental health issue at the age of seventeen, following a near-death experience that required her to spend an entire summer recovering.

During the process of recovery, she grappled with a pervasive feeling of dependency on her mother, a sensation she later recognized as stemming from her anxiety. Since then, she has struggled with depression, OCD, and panic attacks.

Likewise, the social media personality was severely bullied during high school, which compelled her parents to relocate her due to safety concerns. 

In an interview with Swagger, Hensler reminisced about a time when mental illness was often regarded as contagious. She mentioned that no one used to openly discuss it, which left her with a sense of isolation, believing that she was alone in her experiences. 

She was also afraid to open up about her mental health struggles with friends at that time because she worried they might find it weird and subsequently distance themselves from her.

Later, as the internet star grew older, she gradually learned to cope with her mental health challenges. One of the biggest steps in her healing process was the pursuit of self-education to understand the root causes of her mental health struggles. 

She also took proactive steps by seeking therapy and working towards her dreams, which helped her grow and recover. 

Now that Hensler had built her online career, she utilized it to raise awareness about mental health. She officially launched her mental health brand under the name Hugz on November 25, 2022.

Within Hugz, the social media personality introduced a range of therapeutic weighted stuffed animals like a duck, an elephant, a llama, and a sloth that possess the unique ability to be microwaved for warmth or placed in a freezer for a cooling effect to alleviate stress and depression. 

Lexi Hensler is the creator and founder of Hugz.

Lexi Hensler is the creator and founder of Hugz. (Source: Givehugz)

Hugz also maintains its dedicated website and social media presence. According to the company’s website, its mission is to actively contribute to normalizing mental wellness and prioritize attention to detail to ensure that every Hugz product is soft, perfectly balanced, and an ideal companion for tough days.

In an interview with Jana Letonja, Hensler shared her few intentions behind Hugz. She expressed her desire to offer comfort and relief to others, as well as her aim to break down the stigma surrounding mental health by using her ‘weighted friends’ as conversation starters.

Moreover, the social media star emphasized her commitment to giving back by donating 10% of all proceeds from her Hugz of the Month to mental wellness charities such as Your Mom Cares and other non-profit organization that provides resources and support for children’s mental health.

Later in the same interview, when Letonja asked her to share some advice on coping with mental health challenges, she emphasized the importance of regular exercise. She highlighted how going to the gym makes her feel better and significantly reduces her anxiety.

Additionally, Hensler mentioned the therapeutic value of listening to music with headphones, which has a positive impact on her mental well-being. She also added that she finds comfort in placing Hugz’s weighted stuffed animal on her chest.

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Myha’la Herrold Is As Conscious About Her Dental Health As Parenting Her Cats

“…your individuality, the thing that makes you different, is going to be the thing that people love about you the most.”

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Myha'la Herrold Is As Conscious About Her Dental Health As Parenting Her Cats

Ever-smiling Myha’la Herrold, who finds joy in the littlest of things, such as parenting her two cats, is the kind of inspiration the world needs right now.

The actress has starred as Harper Stern in the British television drama Industry – and her performance has touched the hearts of many. Through her role, she has represented the unheard voices and overlooked faces of our regular workspaces.

She has also been seen in the recent Netflix drama Leave The World Behind alongside Julia Roberts and Mahershala Ali.

If her onscreen performances were not inspiring enough, she has also been part of some meaningful campaigns that aim to spread positivity amongst the people. Mainly targeting Gen Z, Myha’la has now collaborated with Colgate for its My Smile is My Superpower campaign.

The campaign “aims to show everyone once and for all that, all smiles are beautiful smiles, no matter their size, shape, or shade.”

To pick Myha’la’s brain on what she thinks about the Colgate campaign, dental health, cats, and keeping positivity in life, we had a brief conversation.

Can you elaborate on how you manage the balance between your personal and professional commitments amidst your demanding work schedules, particularly with the recent release of “Leave the World Behind” in 2023 and the upcoming season of HBO’s “Industry” this year?

Myha’la: Well, yes! I have found it essential to prioritize certain aspects of my life to manage the balance between my personal and professional commitments. Whether it’s blocking out specific time for family and friends, scheduling regular breaks for relaxation, or delegating tasks where possible, I strive to maintain a sense of equilibrium.

Additionally, staying organized and focused during work hours allows me to make the most of my time and avoid unnecessary stress.

However, the biggest thing I do for myself is my self-care routine. My skin care, my dental hygiene, and my sleep routine, all of those things, are super important for me.

Beyond your involvement in film and television, you have been engaged in various meaningful endeavors, including the Colgate campaign, “The Beauty of Gaps.” Could you share your perspective on this initiative and its significance?

Myha’la: Yeah! I was so excited to be included in this campaign because I am super passionate about my dental health. Particularly, in this campaign, they are focusing on celebrating and maintaining the health of your unique smile. And I have two abnormal teeth – they are called peg lateral incisors.

COURTESY: Myha'la Herrold, "My Smile Is My Superpower" event

COURTESY: Myha’la Herrold, “My Smile Is My Superpower” event

So many times throughout my life, dentists and random people have approached me, given me their cards, and said, “When you are ready to fix your teeth, use my card.”

And I was like, “What the heck! I did not ask for this. I love my smile.”

Partially because I felt violated by those people and also because I really do love my smile, I have really focused on the health of my teeth. I am really, I am a prolific flosser, and I brush my teeth twice a day, if not more. I also have really sensitive teeth; I am really prone to getting cavities regardless of how often I brush. I guess I just have naturally weakened enamel.

So, I use Colgate Total Plaque Pro Release, which is really good for sensitive teeth and helps to keep that plaque away, which is how I get so many cavities. I use that so that I do not have to have someone else’s teeth or some other kind of fake teeth in my mouth.

Therefore, I was really excited about this campaign because this one spoke to me personally which you don’t really get from a campaign for toothpaste. I don’t ever feel like they are speaking to me [referring to other campaigns], so that is a really special thing about this campaign.

It is encouraging people to maintain the health of their own smile, their unique smile, and I wanted to do that. So, I was really excited to being included in this campaign.

Reflecting on your career, could you recall a particular moment when you realized the impact your work had in bringing joy to people’s lives?

Myha’la: I think one of the most significant moments that moved me was when the first season of Industry premiered. I had a huge number of Black people, especially Black women, reach out to me, saying, “I work in finance, I am young, a person of color, and I haven’t ever felt represented on screen particularly in movies or media about the finance world.”

So, they just were like, “Thank you for doing this. I am so happy that this exists, and I feel really seen.”

And I was even surprised by the number of people of color or other people in the finance industry – because what did I know about that. All I saw was headlines, which was mostly CEOs and COOs, and all of them are old white guys. So, I was like, “There is none of us there.”

But when the show aired, there were so many people who reached out and said thank you for doing this. And that is the greatest gift I think I have received: someone saying, “I saw myself in your work or I felt seen by your work, and it brought me joy.”

That is what really does it for me.

What typically brings a smile to your face?

Myha’la: Cats (laughs)!

I have two cats at home and I really love cat videos. My mom and I are like cat people and we would send cat videos to each other, and that really makes me smile.

Cats and dogs!?

Myha’la: Oh yeah, animals. All animals. I love animals. They are the purest, most special things on this earth.

Expanding on the “The Beauty of Gaps” campaign, which aims to raise awareness among Gen-Z about the uniqueness of their smiles, could you share a personal lesson you’ve embraced that you wish to pass on to your younger self?

Myha’la: I would want my younger self to know that your individuality, the thing that makes you different, is going to be the thing that people love about you the most. Because I think when you are young, or at any age, there is a real need to fit in and be accepted – and of course, who would not want to be accepted and to fit in? But the thing that I have discovered is the thing that makes me different or special has ended up being the most relatable.

Human beings are genetically different. Twins are special case but there is still something that makes them different. So, really, your uniqueness is the thing that makes you a part of a whole, which is kind of a weird thing to think about.

But I would want my younger self to know that the thing that makes you different, your little teeth in the front, that is the thing that is gonna make people love you.

Finally, do you have any messages you’d like to convey to your fans and viewers regarding the importance of maintaining a positive outlook and embracing the power of smiling in life?

Myha’la: I would say, smiles are infectious, and the unique ones are the most exciting. So I would say, however you can, whenever you can, find a way to smile or share a smile, and don’t be afraid to share your own. Because someone else might feel inspired by it. 

A smile is very powerful, so use yours.

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Gabrielle Egan Is Arrested for Headbutting The Police

Gabrielle Egan was reportedly very drunk and was abusing servers before getting arrested.

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Gabrielle Egan Is Arrested for Headbutting The Police

Gabrielle Egan is an American social media star and entrepreneur best known for sharing her everyday experiences, humorous skits, and entertaining memes on her TikTok profiles, @bbyegan_ and @gabbieegan, and her friendship with Teen Mom 2 star Jenelle Evans.

She and Evans previously co-hosted the Girl S#!t podcast. She later launched her tie-dye clothing store Dicey Dyes in Kentucky in 2023.

Gabrielle Egan arrested for battery case

Egan, a TikToker with more than 4 million followers, was arrested this past week for reportedly assaulting both a waitress and a police officer while on Lower Broadway. The social media influencer was visiting Nashville and was “out on the town” with friends when the alleged altercation occurred.

According to arrest records, she and her friends were at Rippy’s Honky Tonk when the TikToker allegedly hit one of the establishment’s servers in the face. Police were told that the waitress was trying to deliver food to a table and bumped into Egan, which almost caused the server to fall.

She allegedly then said, “You need to watch out,” before smacking the waitress on the side of the head. The server then notified Rippy’s security, and Egan was detained until police could arrive. Others that witnessed the TikToker’s actions say that she pushed another server and was threatening others within the Honky Tonk.

Metro Nashville Police Officers deemed Egan a “danger to the public,” so they decided to take her in on charges of disorderly conduct. While she was being detained by the police, Egan reportedly lunged forward and head-butted one of the officers, and also kicked another officer in the thigh.  Following the outburst, the TikToker was arrested by the police on assault charges.

Gabrielle Egan Career

Egan has been active on TikTok since 2018 and became known for sharing her everyday experiences, life story, and dancing and lip-sync videos on her profile@bbyegan. Gabbie, who was a 19-20-year-old stay-at-home mother to four kids.

Gabrielle Egan Career

Gabrielle Egan Career. (Career: Instagram)

For about a year during the Covid-19 pandemic, started posting more consistently on TikTok in 2020 out of boredom. She further gained recognition for her close friendship with Teen Mom 2 star Jenelle Evans, with whom she co-hosted the now-defunct Girl S#!t podcast in 2021. On the podcast, they connected over their shared experience of being teen moms.

She has always loved to tie-dye and regularly wore tie-dye pieces. One day, she and her mother-in-law made tie-dye shirts for fun, which she shared on her TikTok. However, many of her viewers became interested in buying the pieces which profited from her business.

She sought out the best dye brands and sorted out the best way to pursue this venture, following which she turned her garage into a tie-dye studio and started selling her products online. After completing over 30k orders within a year-and-a-half, she rented a place in Ludlow, Kentucky, and opened the Dicey Dyes storefront on March 10, 2023.

She also holds a professional role as the Director of Technology Solutions at Global Impact, a leading nonprofit organization supporting humanitarian causes worldwide. In this capacity, she provides strategic leadership, oversees project management, and contributes her expertise in the field of technology.

She is a social media influencer who has worked with BYTE dental aligners and Gratsi wine. She sells items with a portion of her witty idioms on her site and also has a sticker shop on Etsy. She is indifferent to any overt reaction to her capture. She was in the military before becoming a TikTok star.

Gabrielle Egan’s relationships, early life, parents

Egan, who attended a public school, fell for a 16-year-old at the age of 13. When she was in the seventh grade, she became pregnant. She shifted to homeschooling in eighth grade and gave birth to a boy in January 2014.

She worked in the evenings and weekends and returned to public school for the 9th grade. She later worked in the United States Army as a diesel mechanic for a little over two years.

Regarding her parents, she has not revealed her father’s name. It’s the same case with her mother as well. She has mentioned her parents on some social media posts but has not decided to reveal them. If and when she does we will update you about it.

There is also no information about her siblings or if she was an only child of her parents.

Gabrielle Egan’s child and boyfriend

Egan became a mother at the tender age of 13. Her son, who is now almost eleven years old, was born when she was just a child herself.

Despite the challenges, she has raised him with love and care. The father is no longer in the picture, and she has full custody of her son. She later dated Cody whose information is not available on social media. He used to serve in the military. After dating for a few years, the couple got married.

After becoming pregnant with her daughter, she left the military and moved to Northern Kentucky. She gave birth to a daughter Zelma. In addition to her children, she is a stepmother to two kids whose names she has not disclosed.

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Dr Dre Announces Eminem Is Releasing a New Album in 2024

Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, and 50 Cent appeared in Jimmy Kimmel show.

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Dr Dre Announces Eminem Is Releasing a New Album in 2024

During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Dr Dre discussed the slate of the projects he’s currently working on. He began with Eminem’s next solo outing, which he said is in its finishing stages.

Dre told Jimmy Kimmel he had Em’s blessing to announce the news while sitting next to Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent.

“Let me tell you something, let me explain something to you right now: Eminem is working on his album which is coming out this year,” Dre told Kimmel and the audience.

Dr Dre with Eminem, 50 Cent and Snoop Dogg

On the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Dr Dre with Eminem, Snoop Dogg, and 50 Cent. (Credit: Instagram)

“And I talked to him and he told me it was okay for me to make that announcement right here on this show. So he has an album coming out, I’ve got songs on it and it’s fire. I’m gonna hear the entire album for the first time tomorrow,” he added.

He continued, “And he holds his music close to his chest so I haven’t heard everything. I haven’t even heard everything that I’ve done, but I’m gonna hear it, and he’s putting out an album this year.”

When Kimmel brought up that he’s typically careful with his music, Dr. Dre replied, “Yeah, I’m hands-on. There are things that I have to mix that I’ve done, but I get the chance to hear the album in its entirety.”

Snoop Dogg And Dr. Dre Say Their New Album Is ‘Coming Soon’

Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre have given fans an update on their upcoming collaborative album, Missionary. Snoop shared a photo on Instagram of Dr. Dre and himself in the studio, captioning the post, “Coming soon.” Fans immediately flocked to the rapper’s comments section to express their excitement for the new project.

Snoop confirmed that Missionary was in the works last year during an appearance on Steven A. Smith’s podcast, Know Mercy.

“I’m to tell you this, you’re the first one to hear this: me and Dr. Dre have been working on an album for the past two months,” he revealed.

He went on to claim, “It’ll be done in November.” Snoop continued, explaining, “Dr. Dre produces it, it’s our 30th anniversary to Doggystyle. The name of the album is Missionary.

History of Dr Dre and Snoop Dogg

Dr. Dre was born on February 18, 1965, in Compton, California, and is a pivotal figure in the music industry, particularly in the genres of hip-hop and rap.

Growing up in Compton, a city known for its violent gang culture, he found solace and expression in music. He started his career as a DJ in the local club scene, where he adopted the moniker Dr. Dre, a nod to Julius Erving, his favorite basketball player, and his own first name, Andre.

His professional music career began with the electro group World Class Wreckin’ Cru in the mid-1980s. The group was known for its laid-back, dance-friendly tracks, a stark contrast to the harder-edged sound he would later help pioneer.

His career trajectory took a significant turn when he co-founded N.W.A (Niggaz Wit Attitudes) with Eazy-E, Ice Cube, DJ Yella, and MC Ren. Their album Straight Outta Compton (1988) became a landmark in the genre, despite—or perhaps because of—its controversy and explicit content.

Leaving N.W. due to financial disputes, he co-founded Death Row Records with Suge Knight. His debut solo album, The Chronic (1992), became a defining work of the 1990s, introducing the world to the G-Funk sound—a smooth, synthesizer-based take on hip hop, infused with slow, heavy beats and melodic synths. The album also helped launch the careers of several artists, including Snoop Dogg.

Dr Dre founded Eminem in 1996

In 1996, seeking a new direction, he established Aftermath Entertainment. While initial releases saw mixed success, the label’s fortune changed with the signing of Eminem, a rapper from Detroit.

His work has earned him multiple Grammy Awards, and his influence extends beyond music into the realms of culture, technology, and business.

Snoop Dogg, born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr. on October 20, 1971, in Long Beach, California, is a multifaceted entertainer known for his contributions to music, particularly in the genres of rap and hip-hop, as well as his ventures in acting, business, and media.

His early life in Long Beach was fraught with challenges, including brushes with the law and a brief period of gang involvement. Music served as a constructive outlet, and he began recording homemade tapes with his cousin Nate Dogg and friend Warren G. His talent caught the attention of Dr. Dre, who invited him to audition. This pivotal moment led to Snoop’s breakthrough in the music industry.

His introduction to the mainstream came through his collaboration with Dr. Dre on the latter’s debut solo album, The Chronic, released in 1992. Snoop’s smooth flow and distinct voice on tracks like Nuthin’ but a ‘G’ Thang captivated listeners, setting the stage for his own debut album.

In 1993, he released his debut album, “Doggystyle,” produced by Dr. Dre.

Over the years, he has released numerous albums, exploring different styles and collaborations, including Tha Doggfather (1996), R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece (2004), and Doggumentary (2011). His adaptability and willingness to explore new genres have kept him relevant in the music industry.

His charisma and popularity have led him to pursue various ventures outside of music. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including Starsky & Hutch, Training Day, and his own reality show, Snoop Dogg’s Father Hood.

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