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Halle Bailey shares postpartum depression experience
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Halle Bailey shares postpartum depression experience

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Halle Bailey thinks it’s important she discusses her experience of postpartum depression.

Halle Bailey has opened up about her experiences

The 25-year-old star – who has son Halo, 22 months, with ex-partner DDG – is keen to share her experiences with other women who are facing similar challenges in their own lives.

During an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Halle explained: “I felt like, wow, I have to speak up about this — not only for, you know, the older women, but the younger generation of women. There’s a lot of girls my age, like around 24 [and] 25, having children, and we kind of are like, ‘Oh my goodness.’

“When we give birth, we’re like, wow, the emotions, the hormones, everything. You realise that you need a strong support system with you. You need help. You need people to love on you and make sure that you’re okay.”

Halle thinks she can ultimately help other women to feel less isolated.

She said: “I just think it’s amazing to just be open about it because it can help so many people and make you not feel alone. That’s necessary because then they know what’s ahead and not surprised by it and know they’re not alone.”

Meanwhile, Halle previously suggested that motherhood has given her a “new level of maturity”.

The actress also confessed to being “obsessed” with her baby boy.

Halle said during a GRAMMY U Masterclass talk: “I feel like I’ve reached this new level of maturity, especially being a mother now, which is so crazy to say.

“It has opened up a whole new can of worms for me, honestly. I am obsessed with my baby. It’s insane.”

Halle – who is perhaps best known for starring in the 2023 Little Mermaid movie – suggested motherhood has given her a “greater purpose” in life.

She said: “It’s literally like your heart is in your hands in this beautiful being.

“I just feel like I have such greater purpose and so much more to do for him and so much more that I want him to be able to experience. It gives me a new motivation and drive and passion for myself, for my family, for my life.”




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Neurosurgeon with 33 years of experience explains why you can’t sleep even when tired, shares 4 tips to rest better
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Neurosurgeon with 33 years of experience explains why you can’t sleep even when tired, shares 4 tips to rest better

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Are you counting sheep as you lie in bed, super exhausted, yawning, but for some reason, sleep continues to evade you? You toss and turn, checking how much time you have left before the morning alarm rings. It may feel ironic that despite being worn out, your mind is anything but that, buzzing and rather frustrated with the inability to sleep on time. This association that exhaustion automatically means quicker sleep may not always work. If exhausting yourself to sleep was your tactic, maybe, from the mental fatigue of reading a boring academic book, you need a more well-rounded strategy to fix this issue.

If you are unable to sleep despite being exhausted, your daytime habits are to blame. (Picture credit: Shutterstock)

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Dr Prashant Katakol, a neurosurgeon with over 33 years of experience, shared in an Instagram video, posted on October 22, addressing this common challenge of sleep. He shed light on an interesting root cause. “Why do you find it difficult to fall asleep even when you are exhausted? As a neurosurgeon, I will tell you how your daytime habits are ruining your nights,” he said. This means your choices during the day determine how well you sleep at night. The neurosurgeon suggested 4 tips for modifying daily activities which make you sleepy at night.

1. Walk more

One of the culprits is prolonged inactivity. Many people sit for long hours during the day, whether at the office on weekdays or lounging on the couch bingewatching over the weekends. Dr Katakol shed light on this aspect, saying, “Walk more than you sit during the day.”

2. Dim the lights

“Once the sun sets, lower the lights around,” the neurosurgeon advised. It’s important to dim the light before bedtime. This involves switching from bright overhead lights to warm bedside lamps.

3. No screens before bedtime

Life is hectic, rushing in the morning, grabbing anything within reach for breakfast, grinding it out at the office, pushing for deadlines and attending meeting after meeting. The chase is simply relentless. So often, people consider evening as their downtime, catching up on TV shows or vapid doomscrolling. But this stretches all the way up to bedtime or even beyond.

The neurosurgeon flagged this habit and emphasised, “Put your screens away 3 hours before your bedtime.”

4. Early dinner

The last fix Dr Katakol recommended was having an early breakfast.“Finish your dinner early, ideally before sunset and take a 20-minute walk subsequently,” he advised. This habit lowers digestive discomfort. What happens is that when one eats dinner too close to bedtime, the digestive process is disturbed. To improve digestion, as the neurosurgeon shared, it’s vital to go for brief walks so that the stomach doesn’t feel bloated in bed. And when your stomach is heavy, you are likely to toss and turn more.

Neurosurgeon Dr Katakol’s advice is to continue these habits ‘sincerely’ to see the results. In others, you will have to be consistent with these healthy changes to sleep better.

Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them. This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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Stadium Experience Unites Industry Together at Etihad Stadium in Manchester

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Stadium Experience brought together leading industry figures and UK stadium venues for an inspiring full-day event at Etihad Stadium, home of Manchester City FC. More than 100 representatives from stadia across the country gathered to network with peers, hear from top industry speakers, explore innovative supplier solutions, and enjoy exclusive tours of the Etihad Stadium. Following the success of the inaugural session at Edgbaston Stadium in March, this second event reaffirmed the industry’s appetite for collaboration and innovation across all areas of stadium operations.

The programme featured dedicated sessions tailored to key areas of the stadium business including; non-matchday events, hospitality and retail kiosks and public catering managers. The day began with a breakfast networking session, followed by presentations from an impressive lineup of industry speakers representing Boxbar Tech, Edge Venues, GoTo Events, Ivvy, Kappture and Venue Performance.

Delegates then enjoyed a networking lunch, a fun-filled ‘Cube’-style team challenge, and the opportunity to connect with leading suppliers showcasing the latest innovations for the events and retail sectors. Participating suppliers included; Beer Saver, Boxbar Tech, Bramble Foods, The Branded Items Group, Creventa, Diversified, Edge Venues, GoTo Events, Meadow Vale Foods, Multi-Flow Dispense Ltd, Options Great Hire, Racing Snake Media and Target Response.

As part of the event, the guests experienced the non-matchday event offerings at Etihad Stadium, with the meetings held in the most exclusive areas of the venue – The Tunnel Club and The Chairman’s Club. The day concluded with a full private tour of their retail spaces and the venues 15 unique event spaces. See a snap-shot of the day in our event video.

About Etihad Stadium

Etihad Stadium offers a versatile range of multi-functional event spaces, each featuring stunning views of the iconic pitch. The venue can accommodate up to 480 delegates, making it the ideal setting for everything from intimate board meetings to large-scale conferences and exhibitions.

Rebecca Pickard, Head of Local Partnerships and Venue Sales for Manchester City Football Club, commented: “Today was another wonderful gathering of sporting venues from across the UK, further re-enforcing our collaborative co-operation in sharing best practise to drive forward and innovate the non-matchday visitor experiences in our stadiums. It was an honour to host so many clubs at the Etihad Stadium, and a pleasure to show them around our unique conference and event spaces.”

Jackie Kavanagh, CEO at Edge Venues, gave an update on the latest agency trends. She said: “This event was just amazing with a real thirst for excellence fuelled by learnings and collaboration! as no event experience is successful without a whole team effort of suppliers, venues and event specialists. Our industry is changing as more event planners and delegates are looking for so much more than a classroom experience and no one is better to deliver this than our perfectly placed stadium community.”

Caroline Dawson, Director of International Sales at Ivvy, spoke about the Digital Remix and how to evolve hard and elevate fast. She added: “Another fantastic event by the Stadium Experience team. It was great to connect and discuss how venues can move beyond traditional boundaries, lean into the change and set themselves up for the future. Change isn’t the challenge – It’s an invitation to lead, innovate, and redefine what’s possible.”

Reshad Hossenally, Co-founder & CEO at Boxbar Tech, spoke about the latest automation developments. They commented: “This was our first time attending a Stadium Experience event, and it certainly won’t be the last! Automation is transforming how stadiums manage their bars, kiosks and general operations and I was honoured to be asked to present to the members on the latest developments. Events like this are invaluable for sharing ideas and innovations that help venues embrace technology in a practical way and it is always really motivating to see the industry coming together like this.”

Debbie Rigney, Director of Stadium Experience, added: “We would like to express a massive thank you to the team at Etihad Stadium for hosting our Stadium Experience Industry Meeting and to our industry speakers for providing their latest insights. It was invaluable to meet up with our colleagues face-to-face again to hear the very latest trends, learn about new opportunities available and explore another fabulous stadium venue, which has developed significantly in recent years. Following such positive feedback from our members, the event is now a firm fixture in the Stadium Experience calendar, with the next gathering planned for March at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham.”

About Stadium Experience

Stadium Experience was established in 2002 for football venues, and evolved in 2013 to welcome rugby stadium venues too. In 2022, the association expanded further to include cricket venues for the very first time. Some examples of their activities include; sharing best practice and ideas with regular networking events each year, joint exhibition opportunities, meeting event buyers and key agencies as a consortium, regular newsletters and blogs, an annual recognitions awards celebration; The Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards and much more.

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Amy Duggar King on 19 Kids and Counting Experience 
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Amy Duggar King on 19 Kids and Counting Experience 

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Jessa Duggar (m. Ben Seewald)

Jim Bob and Michelle’s fifth child, Jessa Duggar, was born Nov. 4, 1992.

Jessa met Ben through church and he began courting her in 2013—the old-fashioned approach to romance coming as a brand-new notion to a lot of viewers. The kids never talked about their romances pre-engagement, so Jim Bob explained to People, “Courting is getting to know each other in a group setting, both families spending time together and the couple setting goals together to determine if they are meant to marry. With dating, a couple will often pair off alone and that sometimes leads to a more physical relationship.”

Ben asked for Jessa’s hand and then proposed in August 2014—sealing the deal by holding her hand for the first time. They married on Nov. 1, 2014. Jessa was pregnant with their first child when 19 Kids and Counting was canceled and TLC subsequently aired a special about sexual abuse, featuring Jill and Jessa, to further educate viewers on the subject. The sisters would end up the stars of their own show, Jill and Jessa: Counting On, that winter; the show then evolved to become Counting On, featuring other Duggar siblings as well.

Meanwhile, Jessa and Ben welcomed son Spurgeon on Nov. 5, 2015, son Henry on Feb. 6, 2017, daughter Ivy Jane on May 28, 2019 and daughter Fern in July 2021. In February 2023, Jessa shared that she suffered a miscarriage over the 2022 holiday season. She gave birth to son George in December 2023.

In August 2025, Jessa announced the birth of son Edward.

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George Clooney pulls from personal experience to play filmstar in ‘Jay Kelly’ 

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By Hanna Rantala

George Clooney pulls from personal experience to play filmstar in ‘Jay Kelly’ 

LONDON, – Two-time Oscar winner George Clooney drew from his own life to play a Hollywood legend in his new movie “Jay Kelly.”

The comedy-drama stars Clooney as ageing global superstar Jay Kelly and combines humour with contemplation on the cost of celebrity and fame.

“There are elements certainly about the experience that I’ve had, but not so many regrets, which I think is ‘thank God’,” Clooney, 64, said while attending the movie’s London Film Festival premiere on Friday.

“It’s personal, but I’m not as unhappy as that guy. I have a family that I love and kids who I think still love me. They’re eight, there’s time to screw it up. And I have friends that I don’t pay.”

Directed by Noah Baumbach, who co-wrote the screenplay with actress Emily Mortimer, “Jay Kelly” sees the titular character reflect on his past and present as he travels to Europe with his large entourage.

As the group, including his publicist Liz, played by Laura Dern, and hair and makeup artist Candy , slowly disintegrates along the journey. Kelly’s loyal manager Ron, portrayed by Adam Sandler, stays by his side and takes stock of his own life.

“You see somebody who, when they make a movie, it takes a lot of time away from your family. I’ve always tried to bring family around as much as possible,” said Sandler. “And like anyone who works for a living, you’re away from some stuff you wish you weren’t missing. It’s dealing with that pain and finding out the best balance.”

Baumbach, whose previous films include “Marriage Story” and “White Noise” and who co-wrote the hit movie “Barbie” with his wife Greta Gerwig, said he set out to make a movie about an actor in crisis.

“I think it was a way to tell a story about all of us in some way,” said Baumbach. “An actor was a kind of stand-in for all of us who are trying to figure out the gap between how we present ourselves to the world and who we may actually be, and as we get older, also how we contend with that.”

“Jay Kelly”, which features a starry supporting cast including Billy Crudup, Riley Keough, Louis Partridge, Isla Fisher, Jim Broadbent and Gerwig, receives a limited theatrical release in November and starts streaming on Netflix on December 5. Netflix Inc

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Identity and Smyle unite to reinvent client experience and disrupt the industry with unmatched expertise

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Two of the UK’s most celebrated experience and event agencies, Identity and Smyle, are today announcing their strategic decision to unify under a single brand: Identity, launching in November.

While consolidation in the events and experiential industry often signals increased costs and disruption for clients, this unification is designed to do the opposite: deliver greater creative and experiential capabilities at better value, while maintaining the same teams and culture. It will position the new organisation as one of the world’s most comprehensive independent agencies.

The move brings together the award-winning talent, creativity, and delivery expertise of both agencies under one name, providing clients with a broader, deeper, and more efficient suite of services.

Smyle is renowned for creating insight-driven, memorable experiences for brands including Amazon, TikTok, Adobe, and Salesforce, while Identity brings extensive capabilities in large-scale event management and a strong heritage delivering high-profile public sector and major international events, including COP26 and COP28, the King’s Coronation, and London’s New Year’s Eve celebrations. The transition will culminate in the unveiling of a refreshed Identity brand in November 2025.

As part of this next chapter, the group’s specialist brands – gaming and e-sports agency NJ Live, content creation specialists Dreamlike Studio, employee experience agency Powered by Humans, and sporting event experts The Sports Presentation Company – will also be joining the new-look Identity’s journey, strengthening capability while driving smarter delivery for clients.

“Both Identity and Smyle are performing exceptionally well in their own right,” said Michael Gietzen, CEO of Identity. “But the market is evolving, and clients expect more. With this unification, we’re combining talent, technology, and global reach to deliver more for clients, without compromise on cost or creativity. It’s about disrupting the expectation that scale means expense and showing that unification can unlock real value.”

Olivier Vallee, Managing Director of Identity, said: “This is a moment of strength. By unifying now, we combine scale with specialism, delivering enhanced experiences for clients in a more efficient and effective way. Our teams’ talent remains the cornerstone of everything we do.”

Dominic Thomas-Smith, Managing Director of Smyle, added: “We’ve always shared a belief in the power of experience. This alignment is not just strategic, it’s disruptive. Together, we’re challenging industry norms and creating something greater than the sum of our parts, for clients and for our people.”

The newly unified Identity will continue to expand its international footprint. While headquartered in the UK, the agency already operates globally, with an established presence in the UAE and Saudi Arabia and a new office opening on the US East Coast in October.

This announcement is a statement of intent: to lead the global experience and events industry into a new era, while remaining deeply connected to what makes them meaningful: people, creativity, and impact.

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Neurosurgeon with 33 years of experience shares 3 rules to control body weight: ‘For 21 days…’
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Neurosurgeon with 33 years of experience shares 3 rules to control body weight: ‘For 21 days…’

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When trying to manage your body weight, your primary focus typically centres on adjusting your diet to support fat loss and incorporating regular gym workouts. However, it is also important to train your mind by taking other simple steps, because that will ensure you have a sustainable weight loss journey.

Start simple, not with what you eat, but when you eat. Eat only when the sun shines. Sundown, hands down. (Picture credits: Freepik)

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In an Instagram post shared on October 6, Dr Prashant Katakol, a neurosurgeon with 33 years of experience in preventative healthcare, highlighted the importance of training your mind and developing sustainable habits to manage body weight. Let’s find out what he said:

How to manage your body weight in 3 steps?

Dr Katakol shared stage 1 of weight loss in his post. According to the neurosurgeon, in stage 1, if someone is trying to control their weight, they should start with three important rules that will help them lead a healthy and happy lifestyle, in their best shape.

Here are the 3 steps the neurosurgeon suggested:

Step 1: Start simple, not with what you eat, but when you eat. Eat only when the sun shines. Sundown, hands down.

Step 2: Fix the number of meals you have in a day: 1, 2, or 3—your choice. But no snacks in between.

Step 3: Don’t change what you eat just yet. Just focus on maintaining the timings. Maintain the same meal timings every day for 21 days.

What happens when you follow these rules for 21 days?

According to the neurosurgeon, when you follow these rules for 21 continuous days, your brain will lock them in as a habit. Dr Prashant Katakol stressed, “These 3 rules train your brain and metabolism, not just your body. These are the rules for stage 1.”

Wondering what a healthy plate of food looks like? Recently, in an interview with The Lallantop, Dr Naveen Bhamri, director and HOD (Interventional Cardiology), Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, with 26 years of experience, shared what a truly “perfect Indian thali” looks like. Find out the portion of protein, complex carbs, and vegetables that should be on your plate here.

Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.

This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.

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Fortis gastroenterologist with 10 years of experience reveals power of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's favourite moringa
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Fortis gastroenterologist with 10 years of experience reveals power of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s favourite moringa

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Moringa, also known as drumstick or sahjan, is a favourite of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Often consumed for its beneficial properties, the drumstick and its leaves gained popularity during the Covid-19 pandemic. Even the PM praised its benefits, saying, “This drumstick, moringa, is very important from a nutritional standpoint; I’ve often heard so. So I used to make parathas myself.”

Whether it’s bloating after meals or recovering from antibiotics, moringa can do wonders for your digestion and immunity.(adobe stock)

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But how beneficial is its consumption? In an Instagram post shared on September 13, Dr Shubham Vatsya, a gastroenterologist and hepatologist from Fortis Vasant Kunj with over 10+ years of experience, detailed the many benefits of adding moringa to your daily diet.

Power of Narendra Modi’s favourite moringa!

Sharing the post, Dr Vatsya highlighted that moringa, also known as drumstick leaves, is rich in nutrients and powerful compounds that help soothe acidity, combat inflammation, and protect the body from long-term damage. He added, “Whether it’s bloating after meals or recovering from antibiotics, this humble leaf can do wonders for your digestion and immunity. Truly, a superfood hiding in plain sight.”

What makes moringa beneficial for our bodies?

According to the gastroenterologist, if you experience burning or bloating after every meal, moringa can be your best solution.

But how? He said that moringa contains moringin, a stable isothiocyanate that:

  • repairs the gut lining,
  • neutralises acid,
  • and boosts digestion by activating your intestine’s bitter receptors.

Dr Vatsya highlighted that this leaf has been globally researched for its properties, including:

  • highly effective anti-inflammatory properties,
  • anti-cancer properties,
  • and anti-ulcer properties.

Additionally, moringa is rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, calcium, and potassium, which also protect against heart disease and cell damage. “Most importantly, moringa is stable; unlike many vegetables, its effects remain powerful even after cooking. So if you have gut issues, poor immunity, or are struggling with post-antibiotic recovery, moringa should be your ideal choice,” the gastroenterologist added.

Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.

This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.

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Stadium Experience Welcomes Watford FC as Its Newest Member

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Stadium Experience has announced that Watford Football Club has become the latest member of its not-for-profit association, joining a growing network of UK clubs working together to showcase stadium venues for conferences and events.

Watford FC’s addition follows a busy summer in which Birmingham City FC, Millwall FC, and Wrexham AFC also joined. The association now represents over 70 football, rugby, and cricket clubs nationwide.

Founded in 2002 by five pioneering clubs, Stadium Experience exists to share best practice, collaborate, and promote stadia as unique, high-quality venues. Members benefit from joint marketing opportunities, networking with like-minded venue professionals, exchanging ideas and solutions, and taking part in the prestigious Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards, now in its 19th year.

About Watford Football Club

Vicarage Road is the home of Watford Football Club in Hertfordshire.  The venue boasts 11 adaptable event spaces and 18 prestigious executive boxes for up to 200 guests and are ideal for a wide variety of occasions, from corporate conferences and meetings to private celebrations like weddings, parties, and festive Christmas events.  The stadium offers a diverse selection of flexible spaces—ranging from intimate suites to large function rooms boasting panoramic pitch views.  Guests benefit from exceptional catering options featuring locally and ethically sourced ingredients, often crafted in partnership with the London Larder. The stadium is also committed to sustainability and reducing environmental impact, aiming for Net Zero emissions by 2040 through comprehensive policies on waste, energy, water, and biodiversity.  Call 01923 496000 (option 3) or email [email protected].

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Debbie Rigney, Director of Stadium Experience, said: “We are delighted to welcome the team at Watford FC into the Stadium Experience family.  With more than 70 clubs across the UK now working together, our shared mission is to support one another, share ideas, and showcase stadia as inspiring venues for every type of event.  We’d love to hear from other stadium venues interested in joining us.”

Download the Stadium Experience free stadium venue guide which includes key stats and contact details for all of our unique stadium venues.

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Inside The Los Angeles Rams Fan-Forward VIP Tailgate Experience
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Inside The Los Angeles Rams Fan-Forward VIP Tailgate Experience

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The Los Angeles Rams welcome their fans at home with a top-notch tailgate. At their Inglewood, Calif., stadium, ticketholders can opt for the VIP experience to start game day with food, drinks, and community. A red carpet is laid out ahead of the entrance to CineVita at the SoFi Stadium, where the festivities take place. Ahead of home games, the tailgate opens four hours before kick-off, allowing those in attendance to indulge in the offerings.

VIBE visited the two-part tailgate on Sunday (Sept. 28) to get a first-hand take on the fan-forward affair. A spacious outdoor setting was filled with royal blue and gold swag as fans flocked to the various bars, food trucks, and activations. Guests mingled amongst one another, exchanging their favorite players, NFL statistics, and game projections as the Rams prepared to take on the Indianapolis Colts.

Taking a break from the blaring, yet beautiful SoCal sun, a walk inside led to additional bars, all you can eat food stations exclusively created by MasterChef Winner Chef Kelsey Murphy, seating, and a giant LED screen airing the games in real time. For those who could not be bothered with football until the Rams hit the field, DJ Shell provided a party atmosphere with a dance-ready playlist of pop, Hip-Hop, and R&B. Hot wings, loaded hummus, smash burgers, mimosas, and premium tequila shots were indulged and enjoyed before the “ramily” made their way inside to cheer their team to victory.

The all-inclusive CineVita welcomes fans from both the Rams and their visiting challengers. Tickets are available here. Take a look below at what the Los Angeles Rams’ VIP tailgate entails.

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