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Awful news this week out of the world of social media:

Aldo Miranda, a popular presence on TikTok who amassed over 10.2 million followers on that platform, was found dead at his home in La Paz, Baja California Sur, on Tuesday, July 8.

He was 32 years old.

We are still gathering information about what happened.

According to reports from the local Center for Control, Communication, Command, and Computing, however, Miranda’s corpse was found hanging from a cable in a second-story room at his house.

The investigation into his death is still ongoing. But the suspected cause of death is suicide, this outlet reports.

Miranda had established a VERY significant community online by posting humorous videos across both TikTok and Instagram; he had 486,000 on the latter service.

In addition to his social media success, he was also a teacher at the Ministry of Public Education, per People en Español.

Miranda’s management team, the Albe Group (co-founded by Mario Aguilar and Jesica Gerbautz), uploaded an emotional tribute shortly after this news broke. It reads as follows:

“Having a hard time writing this today… Aldo Miranda was one of those people that life gave me thanks to social networks, but over time it became a true friendship, one of those that feel genuine, close and valuable

“Sometimes the internal battles are silent and we fail to see everything someone carries inside. Aldo decided to leave early, and though that hurts deeply, I want to remember him with the love, light, and joy he left in us. We are going to miss you like you have no idea.”

Separately, Aguilar and Gerbautz wrote of the influencer:

Aldo Miranda was one of those people that life gave me thanks to social networks, but over time it became a true friendship, one of those that feel genuine, close and valuable. Meeting him was amazing. He had a talent that caught, moved, and inspired.

He was also one of the first people who believed in me when I told him about Albe Group. Without thinking, he showed me his unconditional support and so we began working together, but beyond the job, a friendship was born that I will always cherish.

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Aldo Miranda Cause of Death: TikTok Star Gone at 32 was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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Back in May, Britney Spears was confronted by airport authorities after allegedly getting drunk, smoking cigarettes, and generally behaving erratically on a flight.

Now, we have video of the incident.

And while some people might think it incriminates Brit, others will argue that it vindicates her.

Britney ‘didn’t take her meds,’ officer claims

In the clip, which was obtained by TMZ, an officer arrives on the scene shortly after the plane’s arrival.

A customs officer can be heard telling the cop that while Britney appears to be having a tough time, there’s no immediate for the law to get involved.

“We get her all the time, today she obviously didn’t take her meds. She’s being very compliant; she’s very nice, so to me right now, it’s all good,” he says.

Now, the authorities probably have no idea if Britney took her meds or not.

It’s probably just an insensitive joke about her past mental health struggles.

But some folks are focusing on that comment and taking it as evidence that Britney was a bit loopy on the flight.

Others are pointing out that the officer described Britney as “nice” and “compliant.”

Whichever side you’re on, it’s clear that Britney created a mild disturbance on the plane, but all was well by the time she was back on the ground.

(And it’s worth noting that Britney says she was told that smoking was permitted on the flight, which is why she lit a cig.)

According to TMZ, Brit got “a stern talking to” from the officer, but it seems there were no hard feelings.

In fact, the pop icon even waved to the customs agent as she walked past him on the tarmac.

Some rare, positive(-ish) Britney coverage

The video marks a welcome change of pace from the sort of coverage we’ve seen of Britney in recent months.

Most of the recent headlines have to do with Spears “spiraling out of control” or worrying fans with her latest Instagram video.

Now, to be fair, some of those Instagram videos are pretty bizarre, and it’s natural to feel a bit concerned when Britney dances with knives.

But there’s a difference between eccentricity and mental illness of the variety that requires a grown woman to be placed under a conservatorship.

And the fact that Britney was able to smile and make nice with the authorities in that airport video seems like proof that she belongs in the former category.

Britney Spears ‘Didn’t Take Her Meds Today,’ Says Customs Officer … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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When Kate Middleton announced that she was in remission from cancer, many fans assumed that she would promptly resume her busy work schedule.

But Kate has wisely decided to ease her way back into public life.

Doctors have reportedly told her that it’s imperative to rest when she feels overwhelmed (good advice for anyone, really), and Kate seems to have taken that guidance to heart.

Of course, every time Kate takes a break, she’s forced to contend with rumors and speculation about the state of her health.

It happened last month, when Kate canceled a planned appearance at the Royal Ascot horse races.

And it’s happening today following Kate’s absence at the annual Out-Sourcing Inc. Royal Charity Polo Cup, in which Prince William competes each year.

Supporters express concern for Kate following two conspicuous absences

While Kate’s absence has sparked concern, it’s important to note that she has made several public appearances in the weeks between last month’s Ascot and Friday’s polo match.

According to Page Six, William appeared to be in good spirits during today’s event, which was held at the Guards Polo Club in Windsor, UK.

Still, fears about Kate’s well-being persist on social media.

And we suppose that’s not surprising, given how internationally beloved she is, and the fact that Kensington Palace has been secretive about her condition since the beginning of her treatment.

Kate breaks her silence

Kate might have been discouraged from offering too much in the way of detail (the royals have a long history of maintaining their privacy with regard to health matters).

Still, she’s spoken publicly about her health battles on numerous occasions, most recently while visiting Colchester Hospital last week.

“You’re not necessarily under the clinical team any longer, but you’re not able to function normally at home as you perhaps once used to,” Kate said, adding:

“And actually, [having] someone to help talk you through that, show you and guide you through that sort of phase that comes after treatment, I think is really valuable.”

Functioning “normally” looks different for everybody. Kate’s idea of a normal week likely involves a lot of work and numerous public appearances.

But she’s made the decision to prioritize her health, and we applaud her for that.

With any luck, Kate will be able to return to Wimbledon for this weekend’s finals. But if that’s not possible, we’re sure her supporters will understand.

Kate Middleton Cancels Another Appearance, Struggles to ‘Function Normally’ … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

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