Bee Gees Original Drummer Colin Petersen Dead at 78, Cher: The Memoir Part 1 is in Stores Now, Podcaster Claudia Oshry is Pregnant

Colin Petersen, original drummer for the Bee Gees, dies at 78. Colin Peterson, also nicknamed 'Smiley' for his role in the 1956 film of the same name, joined the legendary music group in 1966 alongside Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb, as well as Vince Melouney. He played on six of the band's original albums, including 1966's Spicks and Specks , 1967's Bee Gees' 1st , 1968 records Horizontal and Idea , 1969's Odessa , and 1970's CucumberCastle . Peterson departed from the band in 1970 after a conflict with manager Robert Stigwood. His passing was confirmed by the 'Best of the Bee Gees' Facebook page on Monday, writing 'It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our dear friend Colin 'Smiley' Petersen. He enriched our lives and bound our group with love, care and respect. Not sure how we can go on without his glowing smile and deep friendship.' A cause of death has yet to be confirmed. Cher releases part one of her self titled memoir. Part one of the pop icon's highly anticipated memoir has officially hit the shelves. The book is already shocking fans with its first hand revelations, including closer looks into her relationships, past marriages, and more. Fans can pick up a copy of Cher: The Memoir in stores now, or order it online via Amazon or your local bookstore. The book's second edition is set to release in 2025, with an exact release date yet to be announced. Claudia Oshry, podcast host of The Toast , expecting first child with husband Ben Soffer. The 30-year-old podcast host revealed the exciting news on social media, posting an Instagram reel which features the moment she read the positive result as well as footage from a doctor's appointment. Oshry captioned the sweet post, which was in collaboration with husband Ben Soffer, 'I'M HAVIN' HIS BAAABY!' and set the clip to an instrumental track of Taylor Swift's popular song 'Never Grow Up.' Oshry and Soffer, who have been married since 2017, expect to welcome the new baby in Spring of 2025. International Men's Day is celebrated around the globe. Recognized annually on November 19, International Men's Day celebrates all the hard work and accomplishments of men all around the world. The holiday also serves as an opportunity to reflect on men's mental health and the stigmas surrounding it. Studies have shown that men are less likely to seek treatment for mental health issues than women, due to worries of how they may be perceived. Take a moment to observe the holiday by checking in on the men in your own life. Encourage them to open up about their day, uplift their accomplishments, and remind them that you are there for them every day of the year. National Entrepreneurs' Day is also recognized in the U.S. Celebrated annually on the third Tuesday of November, National Entrepreneurs' Day honors all the business owners, leaders, executives, and creators who have built on a vision from the ground up. No matter the nature of a business, entrepreneurs have helped build a better future for workers and consumers alike all around the globe. From creating new business models for future generations, to adapting to the everchanging needs and demands of society, entrepreneurs have the power to inspire and make the world a better place. In today's birthday news: TV personality Dick Cavett 88, entrepreneur Ted Turner 86, fashion designer Calvin Klein 82, actress Allison Janney 65, actress Meg Ryan 63, singer Crystal Waters 63, actress Jodie Foster 62, actor Adam Driver 41.