Black WWII Veteran Who Helped Save 200 Lives Finally Honored After Decades-Long Campaign by His Family

Waverly Woodson Jr.Photo:AP Photo/Jeremias Gonzalez AP Photo/Jeremias Gonzalez ABlack World War II veteranis finally being honored decades after he saved 200 lives, thanks to his family. During a ceremony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, Sept. 24, Army Cpl. Waverly Woodson Jr. was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross — the second-highest military decoration for soldiers who display extraordinary heroism in combat with an armed enemy force. It was June 6, 1944, when U.

Blake Lively 'Exceeded All My Expectations' inIt Ends with Us, Raves Author Colleen Hoover (Exclusive)

Colleen Hooverhas enthusiastic praise forBlake Lively’s complex performance inIt Ends with Us. The upcoming romantic drama marks the first big-screen adaptation of one of Hoover’s blockbuster books. The author tells PEOPLE the process has been “absolutely incredible and surreal.” “Everyone involved has been so dedicated about making this adaptation as faithful and heartfelt as possible,” says Hoover, who is also an executive producer on the film. “It’s been a true team effort, and I can’t wait for those who loved the book to see the movie and experience the magic they’ve created on the big screen.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Put Their Own Unique Spins on Menswear for a Date Night in London

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds.Photo:SplashNews SplashNews Blake LivelyandRyan Reynoldsare a chic power couple. The actress added sparkling earrings and wore her long blonde hair in tousled beach waves with a deep side part. Reynolds, 47, opted for similarly muted tones in a cream and lime green color block sweater vest with multicolored stripes across the middle. He wore a white t-shirt underneath, khaki trousers and brown shoes. Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively.

Blake Lively Attends Michael Kors Show in Bold Look After Whirlwind Super Bowl Weekend with Taylor Swift

Blake Lively.Photo:Gilbert Flores/WWD via Getty Gilbert Flores/WWD via Getty Blake Lively made a lasting impression at Michael Kors' Fall/Winter 2024 runway show atNew York Fashion Week. The actress attended the event dressed in a modern giraffe trench coat and mini-skirt. Lively wore the chic design with a form-fitting brown shirt and leather boots. To spice up the look,the mom of fourwore large statement earrings and multiple rings. Stephen Lovekin/Shutterstock Apart from the sister duo, other celebrities in attendance includedKatie Holmes,Nina Dobrev,Brie Larson,Kelsea Ballerini,Gabrielle Union, andRachel Brosnahan.

Blake Lively Channeled This Iconic Rock and Roll Couple for a KeyIt Ends with UsWardrobe Moment (Exclusive)

Blake Lively in It Ends with Us. Note: This article contains spoilers forIt Ends With Us, in theaters now.Lily Bloom’s wedding look inIt Ends with Usis practically a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment, but that didn’t stopBlake Livelyand costume designer Eric Daman from making sure that every last piece of it was absolutely perfect.Lily and Ryle (Justin Baldoni) get married in a bit of a spur-of-the-moment decision, and audiences don’t actually see a wedding.