Alison Sweeney is an actress, reality TV show host, and author with an estimated net worth of $9 million. Sweeney is best known for her long-running role as Samantha “Sami” Brady on the popular daytime soap opera “Days of Our Lives,” a character she initially portrayed from 1993 to 2015 before returning as a series regular in 2021. Alongside her acting career, Sweeney gained further recognition as the host of the reality competition series “The Biggest Loser” starting in 2007. Alison Sweeney Net Worth $9 Million Date of Birth September 19, 1976 Place of Birth Los Angeles, California Nationality American…
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Alex Smith, a retired American professional football player, has accumulated a net worth of $95 million. During his career in the NFL, Smith played for the San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, and Washington Redskins. Known for his resilience, he led the 49ers to the NFC Championship Game in 2011 and guided the Chiefs through four playoff runs from 2013 to 2017. Smith’s journey is remarkable not just for his athletic achievements but also for his incredible comeback after a life-threatening leg injury with Washington, leading the team to a division title. After 16 seasons, Smith announced his retirement in…
Alex Borstein, an American actress, writer, producer, and comedian, has an estimated net worth of $20 million. She is widely recognized for her long-standing role as Lois Griffin on the animated television series Family Guy (1999–present) and her work as a cast member on the sketch comedy series MADtv (1997–2009). Since 2017, Alex has also starred as Susie Myerson in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, a role that has earned her two Primetime Emmy Awards. Beyond television, Borstein has built a successful film career, featuring in movies such as The Lizzie McGuire Movie (2003), Catwoman (2004), and Dinner for Schmucks (2010),…
Alejandro Fernández, a renowned Mexican singer, boasts a net worth of approximately $20 million. Known for his dynamic range and emotional depth, Fernández has made a significant impact in both Mexican folk music and Latin pop genres. His career has been marked by the sale of over 30 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling Latin music artists of all time. Additionally, Fernández has earned several prestigious awards, including Latin Grammys, and was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2005. Alejandro Fernández Net Worth $20 Million Date of Birth April 24, 1971 Place…
Alec Baldwin, an American actor and producer, has amassed a net worth of $70 million. Known for his versatility, Baldwin has enjoyed a distinguished career across film, television, and stage that spans several decades. He rose to prominence in the 1980s and quickly became a household name, adeptly taking on both dramatic and comedic roles. Alec Baldwin Net Worth $70 Million Date of Birth April 3, 1958 Place of Birth Amityville, New York Nationality American Profession Actor, Producer Early Life Alexander Rae Baldwin III was born on April 3, 1958, in Amityville, New York. He grew up in a Roman…
Morrissey has claimed his former bandmate Johnny Marr “ignored” a “lucrative offer” to reform The Smiths for a global tour in 2025. The band, who formed in Manchester in 1982, produced four albums which arguably redefined British guitar music before an acrimonious split in 1987. A statement on Morrissey’s website, titled “war is old, art is young”, said the singer “said yes” to an offer by AEG Entertainment Group to tour as The Smiths throughout 2025, but “Marr ignored the offer”. The guitarist has not responded, but dismissed a suggestion The Smiths should reform in the wake of the Oasis…
Swedish pop superstars Abba have complained after their hits like The Winner Takes it All were played at one of Donald Trump’s presidential campaign rallies. The group’s songs and videos, also including Money, Money, Money and Dancing Queen, were also played at the event in Minnesota in July, according to Swedish newspaper Svenska Dagbladet. In a statement to the Reuters news agency, the band’s record label Universal Music said: “Together with the members of Abba, we have discovered that videos have been released where Abba’s music has been used at Trump events, and we have therefore requested that such use…
President William Ruto has announced that teachers will receive a salary increase this month. Speaking at the Presidential Town Hall Meeting in Kisumu, Ruto confirmed that the government has already disbursed the funds. “We have already provided the money. In fact, by today or tomorrow, every teacher will receive their salaries with all arrears paid, in line with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) that was signed,” he said. The government released Sh13 billion to fully implement the second phase of the teachers’ pay deal. This increase means that the lowest-paid teachers will receive a raise of up to Sh2, 570,…
President William Ruto has announced a Sh450 million grant to support fish farmers in the Lake Region. Speaking at the Presidential Town Hall Meeting in Kisumu on Thursday, Ruto said the government is currently working on the best way for farmers to access these funds. “We are also working on a grant of Sh450 million shillings targeting fish farmers,” Ruto said. Construction of the Sh2.5 billion Kabonyo Kanyagwal Fisheries Aquaculture and Training Center of Excellence in Kisumu County began earlier this year. This center aims to promote training, research, innovation, and best practices in fisheries and aquaculture through demonstrations and…
President William Ruto sidestepped a question about whether he would consider teaming up with former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga for the 2027 general elections. The question was posed during a presidential town hall meeting in Kisumu. In response, President Ruto said: “2027 is going to sort itself out. Just watch this space,” implying that the future political landscape will reveal itself in due time. He emphasized that his current focus is on making tough decisions to develop the country, rather than on upcoming elections. “Politicians often think about the next election, but I am ready to make unpopular choices…
Ex-Samburu Governor Lenolkulal Fined Sh85 Million After Conviction On Graft Charges Former Samburu Governor Moses will have to pay a mandatory fine of Sh83 million to secure his freedom. This is after he was found guilty of corruptly enriching himself while he was in office. Lenolkulal will also be required to part with another Sh2 million in default spend eight years in prison. Magistrate Thomas Nzyoki imposed the sentence after taking into consideration his mitigation before court. He was sentenced on conflict of interest and unalwful acquisition of property charges. Lenolkulal’s proxy Hesbon Ndathi was also ordered to pay a…
The CIA and other US intelligence agencies provided intelligence to Austrian law enforcement that allowed them to disrupt an ISIS-inspired plot to attack a Taylor Swift concert earlier this month, CIA deputy director David Cohen confirmed on Wednesday. CNN and others had previously reported the role of US intelligence in disrupting the plot, which Cohen said was “quite advanced” and threatened to kill “tens of thousands of people at this concert, including I am sure many Americans.” “The Austrians were able to make those arrests because the agency and our partners in the intelligence community provided them information about what this ISIS-connected group…
Four residents of Nyamira County have formally petitioned for the suspension of the county government, alleging multiple instances of misconduct and neglect of voter interests. The petitioners, through their lawyer, notified the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of their intent to gather signatures to support their demand for the county government’s suspension. “Our clients, residents of Nyamira County, wish to notify you of their intention to collect signatures to petition for the suspension of the county government of Nyamira pursuant to Article 192 (1)(b) as read together with Section 123 of the County Governments Act No. 17 of 2012,”…
Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has completed a loan transfer to Bournemouth for the upcoming season. Meanwhile, teammate Djordje Petrovic is reportedly on the verge of joining Strasbourg on loan for the 2024-25 season. With Chelsea’s current goalkeepers Robert Sanchez and summer signing Filip Jorgensen competing for the starting spot, head coach Enzo Maresca has decided to loan out Kepa. Kepa became the world’s most expensive goalkeeper when he joined Chelsea from Athletic Club in 2018 for £72 million He will spend this season with Bournemouth under manager Andoni Iraola. This move follows a loan spell at Real Madrid last season.…
Newcastle United’s Kieran Trippier has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 33. Trippier has been a vital part of the England national team since making his debut in 2017 under coach Gareth Southgate. Over the past seven years, he earned 54 caps and played in four major tournaments, including helping England reach the final of Euro 2024. Trippier shared his retirement news in an Instagram post, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to represent his country. “I never thought as a young lad from Bury that I would play for my country, let alone achieve 54 caps,”…