WhenJessi Combs tragically diedthis week, the professional racer andMythbustersstar was doing what she loved most. On Tuesday, Aug. 27, Combs, born Jessica (Jessi) Michelle Combs, died at age 36 after being involved in a crash in Oregon. But just days before her death, Combs wasn’t letting the criticism of others hold her back from achieving her dreams. In an Instagram post shared over the weekend, Combs thanked those who called her “crazy” and explained her choice to “walk directly into the line of fire....

Photo: Jessica Alba/Instagram On Tuesday, the actress, 41, celebrated daughterHonor Marie’s 14th birthday with an adorable video montage onInstagramfeaturing photos and clips of the teenager throughout the years. “I am so proud of who you are - so kind, intelligent, wise beyond your years, confident, silly, independent, creative and artistic - you are all of the things and so much more my Angel,” she continues. “I’m honored 😇 you chose me to be your mama - you have been one of my greatest gifts in this life!...

Jessica Chastain.Photo: Chelsea Lauren/Shutterstock Jessica Chastainis a showstopper on the red carpet at the94th Academy Awards. The actress, 45, arrived for Hollywood’s biggest night in a sparkling gold-and-violet Gucci gown with dramatic, ruffled tulle hem. She completed the look with gold Stuart Weitzman platforms, a silver bracelet and chandelier earrings (showcased with a high ponytail). Chastain also posted about the look onInstagram, writing, “Gucci’d out for Oscar Night 💖✨ Excited to celebrate with all the nominees....

Five years ago,Jessica Simpsonhad an offer to write a motivational book “to living your best life.” But in her heart, she knew she couldn’t go through with it. “I didn’t feel comfortable talking about myself in a way that wasn’t honest,” says Simpson, 39. “I’m a horrible liar.” With the upcoming publication of her powerful memoir,Open Book, excerpted in this week’s PEOPLE, Simpson reveals for the first time that she was sexually abused as a young girl....

Photo: Dave J Hogan/Getty Jessie Jis officially a mom! “A week ago my whole life changed,” she wrote across a black background. “My son entered this world and my heart grew twice the size. The feeling is indescribable. I am flying in love.” “He is magic,” she continued. “He is all my dreams come true. He is my whole 🌍 He and I are both doing great ☁️ I am soaking up every second and still can’t believe he is real, mine and here happy tears For all of you that have followed my journey to this moment, thank you for all your continued love and support....

After three pregnancies,Jessie James Deckerknows how hard it is toget back in shape— and she isn’t about to sugarcoat it for her followers. The country singer and South Beach Diet spokesperson, 30, opened up about managing her self-esteem and expectationsduring the weight loss process, and shared a “real” photo of her body before and after. “I’m a little nervous about showing y’all that before [picture] because I was pretty uncomfortable but I want to keep it real with you guys!...

Almost exactly 20 years ago,John F. Kennedy Jr.‘s plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean just off the coast of Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts — killing him, wifeCarolyn Bessette Kennedyand her sisterLauren Bessette. An unbearable loss of three lives. Gillon met John at Brown University in 1981 when he was a teaching assistant in a history class John attended. The two became friends, based on their mutual love of history and racquetball, which they often played together....

Jill Biden.Photo: Dia Dipasupil/Getty Jill Bidensays it’s the “honor of a lifetime” to serve as the First Lady of the United States — but she cherishes dropping the moniker in the classroom where she’s Dr. Biden, an English teacher. Biden, 70, was in New York City Wednesday to chat with MSNBC’sMika Brzezinskiduring an event to honor the impressive women onForbes' “50 Over 50” list. During the Q&A, whichaired onMorning JoeThursday, she spoke about herfirst day of classesat Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) in Alexandria, Virginia, since her husband, PresidentJoe Biden, took office....

Jill Zarinwill be back onThe Real Housewives of New York Citynext Wednesday, May 1 — and she’s coming with some tough questions for her palLuann de Lesseps.The originalRHONYstar, who left the show full-time following season 4, has returned again as a guest this season. In a clip of the episode, she sits with de Lesseps to talk about the Countess’ drinking after a match of tennis.As fans know, de Lesseps has been sober since her second stint in rehab....

Jimmy Fallonthinks PresidentDonald Trumpneeds to work a little harder to “Be Best.” The generally genial late night host fired back at the president during his monologue Monday evening, afterTrump targeted Fallon on Twitter Sunday night.Trump called theSaturday Night Livealum “whimpering” after Fallon recently expressed regret about an infamously lighthearted interview with the then-presidential candidate in 2016. “.@jimmyfallon isnow whimperingto all that he did the famous ‘hair show’ with me (where he seriously messed up my hair), & that he would have now done it differently because it is said to have ‘humanized’ me-he is taking heat,” Trump wrote on Sunday evening....

In a sneak peek from this week’s episode ofCounting On, Jinger, 24, heads to the hospital in order to induce labor. “The doctor recommended I come into the hospital and start the induction process,” she says. Jinger says she didn’t want to wait another minute to become a first-time mom. “I’m not nervous or anxious for her, I know she’s strong and she’ll be fantastic,” he says. “If anything, I’m anxious for myself....

Jinger Duggar Vuolois showing her support for her older brotherJosh Duggar’s wifeAnna. The former TLC reality star, 29, tells PEOPLE in this week’s issue, “I am always here for Anna and the kids at any point that they would want to talk, or in any way I could help and love on them.” “I know that they’ve just been through so much and so I just always am here for them whenever they need help,” she adds....

Joanna Gaines’son Drakeis officially a high school graduate! On Saturday, theFixer Upperstar commemorated her and husbandChip’s firstborn graduating from high school with an Instagram video showing moments from hischildhood captured on camera. “It feels like just yesterday that we were cheering him on as he took his first steps…but last weekend, as he walked across the stage to receive his high school diploma (!!) we were cheering him on as he took his first steps into a world beyond what he’s known,” Joanna, 45, said of her 18-year-old....