Felicity Huffman could avoid jail time in college admissions scandal: report - Fox News

Actress Felicity Huffman arrives at federal court in Boston on Wednesday, April 3, 2019, to face charges in a nationwide college admissions bribery scandal. (Associated Press)

Felicity Huffman's remorse, lack of criminal history and the relatively lower amount she bribed a Harvard graduate could help her avoid jail time in the college admissions scandal, according to a report. She was also one of the first parents ensnared in the scandal to announce she would plead guilty.

Huffman allegedly paid a Harvard graduate $15,000 to correct her daughter’s SAT, giving her a 400-point boost from an earlier test. Some of the parents charged in the scandal allegedly paid as much as $500,000 to get their kids into elite schools, the Los Angeles Times reported.

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Under 2019 federal sentencing guidelines, Huffman could face four to 10 months, a defense attorney told the Times. Since her recommended sentence is on the lower end, she could end up serving her sentence at home while wearing an ankle monitor.

She will also likely have one year of probation, her daughter’s test score will be adjusted and she will reportedly have to forfeit the $15,000 and pay a $20,000 fine, USA Today reported.

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"I am in full acceptance of my guilt, and with deep regret and shame over what I have done, I accept full responsibility for my actions and will accept the consequences that stem from those actions," Huffman said in a statement obtained by Fox earlier this month.

Huffman is reportedly due back in court on May 21.

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2019-04-21 07:34:26Z
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John Singleton, 'Boyz n the Hood' director and writer, hospitalized after stroke - CNN

Singleton, 51, was at the facility Wednesday when he had the stroke, the family said in a short statement that included no details.

Hollywood celebrities took to social media to send Singleton well wishes.

Rapper Snoop Dogg posted an image of himself and Singleton on Instagram saying, "Pray 4 my brother."

Movie director Guillermo del Toro, a two-time Academy Award winner, wrote on Twitter, "Get well, John Singleton! Such a generous spirit."

Mark Wahlberg, who has been friends with Singleton for years and appeared in Singleton's 2005 film "Four Brothers," wrote: "Saying prayers for my brother John Singleton today."

Singleton was nominated for best director and best screenplay for "Boys n the Hood," which was released in 1991.

Film critic Roger Ebert praised the film as a "human drama of rare power."

"Singleton is a director who brings together two attributes not always found in the same film: He has a subject, and he has a style," Ebert wrote. "The film is not only important, but also a joy to watch, because his camera is so confident and he wins such natural performances from his actors."

Singleton was the first African-American nominated for an Academy Award for best director.

His most recent work includes the FX show "Snowfall," about the rise of crack in Los Angeles. Singleton is one of the creators and executive producers of the show. According to the Internet Movie Database, Singleton directed three episodes.

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2019-04-21 00:40:00Z
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Director John Singleton suffers stroke, Snoop Dogg and more stars send their support - USA TODAY

Sara M Moniuszko USA TODAY

Published 5:08 PM EDT Apr 20, 2019

Oscar-nominated director and screenwriter John Singleton suffered a stroke, his family confirmed in a statement provided to USA TODAY Saturday by spokesperson Shannon Barr.

The "Boyz n the Hood" director, 51, suffered the stroke while at the hospital earlier this week, but is under "great medical care" his family says.

"On Wednesday, April 17th our beloved son/father, John Singleton, suffered a stroke while at the hospital. John is currently in the ICU and under great medical care," the statement read. "We ask that privacy be given to him and our family at this time and appreciate all of the prayers that have been pouring in from his fans, friends and colleagues."

On Saturday, fellow celebrities took to social media to wish the star a speedy recovery, including Snoop Dogg who shared a photo of him and Singleton.

"Pray 4 my brother," he captioned the photo.

Fellow director Guillermo del Toro wrote, "Get well, John Singleton!  Such a generous spirit"

Neil deGrasse Tyson wished Singleton "a speedy recovery."

"An occasion, perhaps, for the rest of us to be amazed that human physiology works at all," he added along with a photo of them together.

"Pose" co-creator and executive producer Steven Canals also sent a positive message.

"I recently met John Singleton, who has been an inspiration from afar for decades. Sending prayers and healing vibes for a swift recovery. Keep him in your thoughts."

Actress Nia Long said, "Praying hard this morning for my friend @johnsingleton PULL THROUGH BABY"

More: 'This Is Us' star Chrissy Metz details mom's stroke: 'Doctor said her prognosis was grim'

More: Was Luke Perry too young to have a fatal stroke? Not really

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2019-04-20 20:45:00Z
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'Boyz n the Hood' director John Singleton suffers stroke - NBC News

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John Singleton, the Academy Award-nominated director of iconic films like "Boyz n the Hood," has suffered a stroke, according to his family.

"On Wednesday, April 17th our beloved son/father, John Singleton, suffered a stroke while at the hospital. John is currently in the ICU and under great medical care," a statement from Singleton's family read. "We ask that privacy be given to him and our family at this time and appreciate all of the prayers that have been pouring in from his fans, friends and colleagues."

FX Network, which airs "Snowfall," a show that Singleton executive produces, called him a "fighter" in a statement.

"The thoughts and prayers of everyone at FX and his Snowfall family are with him and we are hopeful for a complete and speedy recovery," the statement read.

Several celebrities, including Snoop Dogg, Omar Epps, and Nia Long have sent Singleton well wishes for a speedy recovery via social media.

Prayers up for @SHAFT6816 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Pull thru brother! The world needs your voice and vision. Prayers up for your family as well 🙏🏾🙏🏾

— OMAR EPPS (@omarepps) April 20, 2019

Singleton is most notably known for films that examine the complexities of inner-city life and coming of age for African American youth. At 24, he was the youngest filmmaker to receive an Oscar nomination for best director and best original screenplay for his 1991 debut film "Boyz n the Hood."

He is responsible for several successful films such as "Rosewood," "Poetic Justice," and "2 Fast 2 Furious."

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2019-04-20 19:52:00Z
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Seagram Heiress Clare Bronfman Pleads Guilty in NXIVM Sex Slave Case - Rolling Stone

Clare Bronfman, the 40-year-old billionaire heiress to the Seagram Company fortune, pleaded guilty to creating sex slaves for Keith Raniere, the self-anointed leader of NXIVM, a cult-like group based in upstate New York. In a federal court in Brooklyn on Friday, Bronfman said she harbored someone who was living in U.S. illegally for unpaid “labor and services.” Bronfman also admitted to committing credit card fraud on Raniere’s behalf, according to the Associated Press.

Bronfman is the daughter of billionaire-philanthropist and former Seagram chairman Edgar Bronfman Sr. Her apology to the judge touched on her family’s wealth and privilege that enabled her grievous deeds. “I was afforded a great gift by my grandfather and father,” Bronfman said in court. “With the gift, comes immense privilege and more importantly, tremendous responsibility. It does not come with an ability to break the law … For this I am truly sorry.”

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Bronfman agreed to forfeit $6 million from her $200 million fortune, per AP.

NXIVM’s accountant, Kathy Russell, also pleaded guilty on Friday to a fraud charge. Russell and Bronfman join three other NXIVM defendants who have pleaded guilty, including former Smallville actress Allison Mack. According to the initial New York Times report exposing the group in 2017, Mack was the lead recruiter in NXIVM’s all-female sect called DOS. This sect supplied “slaves” who were blackmailed into engaging in sexual activity with Raniere and required to brand themselves with Mack’s and Raniere’s initials.

NXIVM operated under the guise of offering self-improvement classes, which Bronfman bankrolled with tens of millions of dollars. Per AP, she also paid for the NXIVM’s legal counsel when the group was served.

Though Bronfman faces more than two years in prison, her plea prolongs her sentencing to July 25th – nearly two months after Raniere’s sentencing in early May. Raniere faces conspiracy charges alleging that people such as Bronfman created a ring of women who were forced to have sex with him. Because Russell and Bronfman pleaded guilty, Raniere will face a jury alone.

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2019-04-20 19:41:00Z
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NFL's Amendola posts cryptic message after rant about ex Olivia Culpo - Fox News

Danny Amendola is back on social media after deleting his bizarre rant about ex-girlfriend Olivia Culpo.

The 33-year-old Amendola, of the NFL, posted a cryptic new photo and message on Instagram on Saturday. It featured Kenny Chesney and Old Dominion’s Matthew Ramsey on stage together, along with this caption: “People won’t often remember what you said. They will remember how you made them feel.”

The new post came just a day after he slammed Culpo, 26, and spoke very candidly about their relationship.

“Olivia chooses and wants to be noticed on the Internet and in Hollywood to make money,” he said in captioning a video that's since been deleted.e deleted. “Which was hard for me to understand but quickly had to learn. Where as [sic] the cost of fame in this world doesn’t appeal to me. I play ball for one reason and that’s RESPECT.”

“Olivia and I had some amazing times together … jus [sic] like any other loving relationship we fought,” Amendola continued. “A lot of the time it was my fault bc let’s be honest I can be an idiot. But! Yup! She’s f–ked up too! and if you cross me I’m a hard mfer to deal with.”

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The post drifted into explicit territory when he wrote that “the sex was f–king crazy,” and slightly threatening terrain when he said he has “a whole cellphone of funny, embarrassing, sexy pics IG would love to have."

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Amendola's rant followed news on Friday that Culpo was spotted canoodling with Zedd at Coachella music festival even though he and the former beauty queen broke up in October.

They reconciled in December but went their separate ways again.

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2019-04-20 19:26:01Z
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Jussie Smollett's Brother Says He's Suffering Night Terrors Over 'Attack' - TMZ

Jussie Smollett Brother Says He's Telling the Truth ... 'Empire' Star Has Night Terrors

4/20/2019 10:31 AM PDT

Jussie Smollett is the victim of an out of control media and social media storm and the "Empire" star is suffering profound emotional issues from simply telling the truth about the "attack" ... so says his brother.

Jojo Smollett says Jussie is "violently awakening from night terrors, following the assault" ... so he says in an op-ed piece for BET.

Jojo calls claims that Jussie staged the attack "ludicrous," adding he has been insanely successful and didn't need a phony reason to boost his career opportunities or salary.

Jussie's brother says there are plenty of people who support the actor and the problem lies with the "bandwagoning and tyranny of the 'perceived' majority."

Jojo says Jussie didn't even want to contact the police following the incident in Chicago and says it was his choreographer who insisted he do so and it was actually the choreographer who called the cops. 

The message ... "What if Jussie is telling the truth?"

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2019-04-20 17:31:00Z
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