338,000 Clicks: Taylor Swift’s Endorsement Drives Massive Traffic to Government Voting Site

Tyler Kent | 12 September 2024
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Celebrity Interviews
Joan Rivers' Most Shocking Celebrity Interviews: A Look Back

Joan Rivers' career spanned over 50 years, including stints from comedy clubs to QVC, but her talk show hosting was truly unique. From her guest-hosting on "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" to becoming the first female late-night host with "The Late Show Starring Joan Rivers," and even her final show, "In Bed with Joan," Rivers hosted seven different talk shows, including web series. She was always authentically herself—chatty, self-deprecating, and boundary-pushing.

Although Rivers was known for her sharp critiques of celebrities, most of her interviews followed conventional formats, with standard questions and charm. To celebrate her legacy ten years after her death, it's worth remembering the moments when Rivers broke TV taboos, showcased her irreverent humor, and engaged in unforgettable antics, like sitting in kitty litter (which will make sense once you see the clip).

Beauty
New York Fashion Week Beauty Highlights: The Trends Taking Center Stage

Fashion month is a time to reset and get inspired for the new season, especially with beauty trends that elevate the overall look. New York Fashion Week kicked off with a range of emerging trends, from sweet blushes at Phillip Lim and frosted lips at Sandy Liang to face-framing baby bangs at Diotima and sculpted glitter S-waves at Christian Siriano. Fresh, glowing skin was also prominent, seen at Ulla Johnson and Prabal Gurung.

Highlights include:

- Pretty in Pink: Sandy Liang’s pastel pink lips and Phillip Lim’s lavender-hued blush for a modern pop of color.

- Whimsical Braids: Ulla Johnson’s fishtail updos and geometric cornrows inspired by Lee Krasner’s art.

- Goth Glamour: Wiederhoeft’s "slept-in" hair and "quiet grunge" makeup, and Area’s punk lips and lived-in hair.

- Statement Hair: Sculptural S-waves at Christian Siriano and baby bangs at Diotima.

- Fresh, Sculpted Skin: Ulla Johnson’s plump base with Sisley Paris products and Prabal Gurung’s glass skin look with Peach and Lily’s hydrating essentials.

For ongoing updates, check back for more beauty trends throughout fashion month.

Entertainment
338,000 Clicks: Taylor Swift’s Endorsement Drives Massive Traffic to Government Voting Site

Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris in an Instagram post drove nearly 338,000 visitors to Vote.gov, the government site for state-specific voting information, according to a U.S. General Services Administration spokesperson. Swift's post, made right after the first debate between Harris and former President Trump, directed her followers to Vote.gov and urged early voter registration. Swift announced her support for Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 election and provided a link for registration and early voting details. As of Wednesday afternoon, her custom link had significantly boosted traffic to the site. Swift’s influence on Vote.gov isn’t new; her similar post last year resulted in a 1,226% traffic increase, NPR reported.