Celebrity News: Hayek Becomes Grandmother, Shakira Aids Earthquake Victims, Klitschko Mourns Ex-Fiancée, Headey Reflects on Early Career
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- Actress Salma Hayek, 59, became a grandmother with the birth of her stepson's child, a boy she will call 'Panchito'.
- Pop star Shakira, 49, visited the earthquake-stricken Chocó region in Colombia with philanthropist Howard Buffett to aid in rebuilding efforts.
- Former boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko, 50, expressed deep sadness over the death of his ex-fiancée Hayden Panettiere, 36.
- Actress Lena Headey, 52, reflected on her early acting job at 18 with Jeremy Irons and Ethan Hawke.
Salma Hayek, the 59-year-old actress known for her roles in 'Without Blood' and 'Frida,' has welcomed a new addition to her family: she is now a grandmother. The Mexican-born star shared a video on Instagram holding her step-grandson, speaking to him in Spanish. She expressed her joy at welcoming the fourth generation of men named François into the family, though she plans to call the baby 'Panchito,' meaning 'little Francisco.' The child is the son of Hayek's stepson, François Pinault Jr., and Lara Cosima Henckel von Donnersmarck, 23, daughter of Oscar-winning director Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck.
It is a blessing to welcome the fourth generation of men named François into the family, but I will call the little one 'Panchito,' meaning 'little Francisco.'
Meanwhile, pop star Shakira, 49, has been actively involved in supporting the earthquake-ravaged Chocó region in Colombia. Accompanied by US philanthropist Howard Buffett, 71, the Colombian singer visited the area to assess damage and plan reconstruction. Her foundation, 'Pies Descalzos' ('Barefoot'), has been active in the region for over two decades. Shakira announced that her foundation will help rebuild schools and establish ten new educational institutions following the devastating earthquake that claimed nearly 300 lives and damaged over 2800 schools nationwide.
We will help rebuild schools and a technical college after the disaster, which claimed the lives of almost 300 people, and establish ten new schools.
In other news, former world boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko, 50, shared his profound grief over the sudden death of his ex-fiancée, Hayden Panettiere, who passed away at 36. Klitschko posted on Instagram, stating, "The news of Hayden's tragic death deeply saddens me." He acknowledged her significant role in his life and as the mother of their daughter, Kaya, vowing to ensure Kaya always remembers her mother respectfully. Panettiere was found deceased in her South Carolina home, with no immediate signs of foul play indicated.
The news of Hayden's tragic death deeply saddens me. She left this world far too soon. Although she was no longer my partner, Hayden was an important part of my life and the mother of our daughter Kaya.
Actress Lena Headey, 52, known for her role in 'Game of Thrones,' recently reflected on her early career experiences. She shared in 'The Guilty Feminist' podcast that her first acting job at age 18, alongside Jeremy Irons and Ethan Hawke in the drama 'Waterland,' was a "great" experience, despite its challenges.
We will always speak with Kaya about her mother with respect and ensure that she remembers the person she was.
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Originally published by Süddeutsche Zeitung in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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