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Tiffany Trump attended the annual Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn of the White House on April 6, 2026, with her husband, Michael Boulos, and their son, Alexander Trump Boulos. Naturally, many looked at the toddler’s adorable resemblance to his grandfather, but others couldn’t help but notice something strange in Michael’s expression.

A Sweet White House Family Moment

For the annual event, Tiffany, 32, stepped out in a black and white floral wrap dress and finished the look with silver sunglasses. Beside her, Michael, 28, wore a blue suit with a pink tie, while their son Alexander had a pastel-blue sweater with his blonde hair parted on one side.

According to Page Six, the family of three also posed with Eric Trump, Lara Trump, and their children, Eric “Luke” Trump, 8, and Carolina Dorothy Trump, 6.

Later on, the main group gathered with President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump to get a better view of the yearly Egg Roll festivities.

There was one notable absence. Barron Trump seemingly skipped the gathering, as he remains busy with his second year of classes at New York University.

Still, the outing felt bigger than a simple family walk across the lawn. It also gave photographers a string of moments that soon started drawing attention for reasons beyond the event itself.

The Details People Could Not Ignore

Alexander may be little, but he quickly became the star for many netizens. As photos from the day circulated, people zeroed in on one particular detail, and it was all about who they thought he resembled.

On Facebook, many reactions centered on the feature that some people felt immediately linked him to his grandfather.

One comment read, “Looks like he inherited grandpa’s hairdo!” Another wrote, “He’s got grandpa’s hair.” A third added, “Red hair like his grandfather.”

These kinds of comments were not surprising as the president’s family has long drawn public fascination.

Tiffany is Donald’s daughter with his second ex-wife, Marla Maples, whom he was married to from 1993 to 1999. He also shares Eric, Ivanka Trump, and Donald Trump Jr. with his late first wife, Ivana Trump.

But while Alexander inspired plenty of affectionate reactions, he was not the only one people were watching.

Another Part of the Photos Drew Attention

As the comments kept coming, some shifted away from the toddler and landed on Tiffany’s husband instead. Michael appeared polished in his sharp outfit, but several people looked straight at his face.

A few of the reactions were blunt. “Does her husband ever smile?” one person asked, while another wrote, “Husband looks grumpy 😠.”

Others were even more direct in the way they described his look in the family shots. “Alexander’s daddy doesn’t look thrilled,” one comment said, and another sarcastically echoed, “Her husband looks really thrilled to be there 😂.”

That split in the reactions made the photos of this event far more interesting. Some people were charmed by Alexander, while others were busy studying Michael’s expression and speculating on his mood.

And of course, Alexander’s previous appearances have also sparked buzz. On July 3, 2025, Tiffany gave her Instagram followers adorable glimpses of her then-newborn son.

The mom’s images of endearing family photos have fans swooning over the baby, with some people divided on which member of the Trump family he resembles most.

The Instagram carousel Tiffany posted is a tender visual tribute to early motherhood and the joy of new beginnings. Clad in soft white, the family of three exudes serenity in one of the shots — the parents gently cradling their son as light spills in from sheer curtains behind them.

Another frame captures a heartwarming close-up of Tiffany looking down at her baby boy with a soft, motherly gaze, her arm adorned with delicate gold bracelets.

A different standout image shows the then-newborn swaddled in a knitted teddy bear outfit. He is nestled in a wooden bowl, which has a plush blanket covering it.

In another striking picture, the baby lies peacefully on Tiffany’s shoulder, his bright blue eyes wide open and curious.

Other images in the series — a soft-focus photo of the then-newborn in slumber and another cozy family portrait — round out the set with an undeniable sense of calm and connectedness, painting a picture of a family both growing and glowing. “The love of our lives, ATB 🧸,” penned the doting mom in her caption alongside the captivating snaps.

The response to Tiffany’s post was immediate and affectionate, as followers flooded the comment section with warm congratulatory messages and striking observations about the then-newborn’s features. A common thread emerged as many couldn’t help but draw comparisons between the baby and his grandfather, the President of the United States (POTUS), and one of his uncles.

One fan remarked, “God bless what an adorable baby looks just like grandpa ❤️ [sic],” while another echoed, “He so [sic] cute and those blue eyes like grandpa 👴.”

A third person chimed in with, “He has his grandfather’s eyes.” Adding to the chorus of familial likeness, someone else expressed, “Congratulations Tiffany. 💙 […] Your son is the carbon copy of your dad President Trump [sic].”

Others fixated on the baby’s hair and adorable demeanor, with one admirer exclaiming, “Look at that hair! He is precious! 💙.” Alongside those sentiments, a different set of fans directed their attention to Tiffany’s youngest sibling.

One supporter opined, “Very cute baby […] I see more Barron his uncle [sic],” while another observed, “He looks like Barron as a baby, but with darker hair.” Yet another declaration followed, “He looks like Barron ❤️.”

Beyond those specific comments, other fans marveled at how strongly Trump family features seemed to carry through, calling the baby a “little Trump” and“so adorable.”

One viewer noted, “actually looks like Trump too! he has strong genes because all his kids look like him [sic]!” Someone else reiterated the take on his looks.“Oh my goodness! He looks like his granddaddy! 💙💙.”

Before unveiling her son’s full features in the tender Instagram photo series, Tiffany first introduced her baby boy to the world in a heartfelt post shared on X. Accompanying her message is a powerful black-and-white image. Set against a backdrop of soft, heart-printed bedding, the baby’s tiny foot rests gently in his mother’s hand.

The image felt both intimate and timeless, offering followers an early, emotional glimpse into Tiffany’s transition into motherhood and the family’s newest addition, born May 15, 2025.

From her teary reaction to her floral dress and the family photos that had people talking, J.Lo’s appearance at the ceremony quickly became the internet’s newest obsession.

The singer and actress attended Max Muñiz’s graduation on the UCLA campus, where she was joined by her other child, Max’s twin, Oskar Jacob, also known as Emme Muñiz, as well as her parents, Guadalupe and David Lopez.

In the photos, Jennifer Lopez appeared visibly moved as she wiped away tears during the milestone day. The emotional moment gave fans a softer look at the superstar, who seemed overcome while watching her son celebrate such a huge chapter.

J.Lo Arrived for Max’s Big Day and the Photos Immediately Had Everyone Looking Twice

But, as often happens when Jennifer steps out, the conversation did not stay sentimental for long. The artist wore a pale green floral midi dress with a structured bodice, thin straps, and a thigh-high slit. She paired the look with nude heels, oversized sunglasses, a light blue cardigan, and a matching mint handbag.

The outfit was elegant, summery, and unmistakably J.Lo — but some viewers thought it was a little too scene-stealing for a high school graduation.

In one set of photos, Jennifer walked beside Max and other family members while holding her cardigan and handbag. In another, she appeared in tears, brushing her face with her hand as Max stood nearby in casual attire.

Social Media Questioned Whether the Day Had Become Too Much About Jennifer

A group photo later added even more fuel to the chatter. Jennifer was seen front and center, while Max appeared behind her with his diploma, prompting some commenters to wonder whether the proud mom had unintentionally taken over the moment.

The reactions came fast. Under one Instagram post, one user wrote, “The first picture where she’s standing in front of her son like it’s her day 😂.”

Another commented, “Congratulation to Max. But someone explain to me why she is the one in the very front, center stage, of the graduation photo and the proud graduate is the one standing in back. Seems self explanatory [sic].”

A third added, “As usual it’s all about her.” Meanwhile, someone else wondered, “Why isn’t her son in the front instead of her??? HIS GRADUATION, HIS MOMENT.”

Then Viewers Turned Their Attention to Her Dress…

While some people focused on the photo arrangement, others zeroed in on Jennifer’s outfit. In a separate Instagram comment section, one person asked, “What is she wearing? TO A GRADUATION?!?!” Another penned, “Can she not dress like a mom at least for this?” and yet another spectator reacted, “that’s [sic] what she wore???”

One more user questioned, “Why would you wear that to your kid’s graduation?” while another said, “THAT’S what she wears?” Someone else simply wrote, “Inappropriate.” And another commenter replied to the discussion with, “she [sic] was blocking him too 😂😂.”

Still, the photos also showed Jennifer doing exactly what many parents do on graduation day: showing up, getting emotional, posing for pictures, and celebrating a child’s major milestone. The drama, however, did not stop with her dress or her placement in the family photos…

As the Debate Grew, Another Question Took Over: Where Was Marc Anthony?

Some social media users also began asking about Max’s father, Marc Anthony, who was reportedly not in attendance at the graduation.

On Facebook, one commenter wrote, “Mark Anthony is too busy with his new family, to go to his kids graduation 😲 [sic].” That remark echoed another piece of the story: reportedly, Marc was absent because he was at wife Nadia Ferreira’s baby shower, celebrating their soon-to-arrive baby.

Nadia recently shared a carousel of dreamy baby shower photos, showing her and Marc surrounded by soft pink décor, lavish florals, family, and friends. The shower looked straight out of a fairytale, with a pastel garden theme, a huge “BABY” display, a carriage-style cake, and romantic portraits of the couple.

In several images, Marc was seen posing with Nadia, placing his hands on her baby bump, and joining her for tender moments during the celebration. That timing had people talking even more.

Under a Page Six Facebook post, one person wrote, “Meanwhile, the dad Marc Anthony, [sic] was busy celebrating with his pregnant wife at their baby shower.😬.” Another asked, “Where was daddy?” A third commented, “Where is his dad Marc Anthony? Did they have a fall out [sic]?”

Marc Was Also Notably Absent from Emme’s Graduation Days Earlier

The questions around Marc’s absence also came after another reported graduation no-show. According to Page Six, Marc also appeared to miss Oskar Jacob aka Emme’s high school graduation at the end of May.

The outlet reported that despite Marc seemingly skipping the ceremony, Jennifer attended to support Emme, alongside Emme’s grandma and former stepbrother Samuel Affleck.

Page Six also reported that Emme, 18, and Ben Affleck’s 14-year-old son were photographed chatting at the Los Angeles event. Max was also present at that ceremony.

Emme wore a tan suit, and Max wore an all-black ensemble, while reps for Marc and Jennifer did not immediately respond to requests for comment about Marc’s absence.

Between the Tears, the Dress, and Marc’s Absence, Max’s Graduation Became a Full-Blown Talking Point

Between the graduation tears, the floral dress, the family photo debate, and the baby shower timing, the internet found plenty to dissect.

But at the center of it all was still Max’s big day, and Jennifer Lopez, whether praised or picked apart, appeared to be there as a very proud mom.

One thing is certain: these photos had people zooming in, choosing sides, and asking plenty of questions.

Julia Roberts and her daughter, Hazel Moder, appeared relaxed as they strolled side by side along a sunny sidewalk. Other pedestrians, including cyclists and people pushing strollers, could be seen in the background, suggesting they were enjoying a quiet day outdoors.

Julia wore a loose-fitting black long-sleeved midi dress paired with black flip-flops. She completed the look with oversized dark sunglasses, carried a large olive-green shoulder bag, and wore her signature auburn hair in loose waves.

Hazel walked beside her mother in a black cardigan layered over a black top featuring a pink floral graphic. She paired it with black-and-white checkered cropped pants and black flats, along with oversized sunglasses and a black shoulder bag.

Her long blonde hair was styled straight, and one photo captured her briefly raising a hand near her face while Julia looked ahead.

The Rare Photos Sparked Conversations About Hazel

Many of the online reactions centered on who Hazel resembles most.

On Facebook, one commenter wrote, “Doesn’t resemble Julia at all.” Another user shared, “All her father, guess that’s where she gets her genes from 😉,” expressing the opinion that Hazel takes after her dad, Daniel Moder.

A different person remarked, “Her mom’s hair, dad’s face.” One person wrote, “I zoomed in and see she looks ALOT like her father more but got her moms lips [sic].” Someone else noted, “She looks like her dad, nothing like mom…”

On Instagram, some netizens also offered their own observations.

One admirer wrote, “Beautiful and beautiful hair.” Another focused on Julia’s outfit, writing, “Why do rich people dress so badly? I’m not talking about the price of the clothes. I’m sure they’re expensive. But the cut and fit of Julia’s dress is embarrassing.”

A different individual questioned the outfits, writing, “Why would they wear black long sleeved clothes, and a cardigan on her daughter in July? It’s summer and these look like winter clothes.” Another commenter simply observed, “She looks like her.”

Julia Roberts Steps Out With Her Son in Another Rare Family Outing

According to Page Six, the Oscar-winning actress was seen walking through Manhattan on June 25, with her son during a casual afternoon stroll. The pair appeared relaxed as they walked side by side.

Julia dressed casually for the walk in denim shorts, a loose blue blouse, white sneakers, and black sunglasses. She completed the look with a burgundy crossbody bag, while her long blond hair was pulled back.

The young man she was with opted for a laid-back outfit, wearing green shorts, a blue T-shirt, striped socks, green loafers, and dark sunglasses. During part of the walk, he added a baseball cap. The photos also showed that he now stands noticeably taller than the actress.

One series of images captured Julia linking her arm through her son’s as they continued their walk together. The gesture became one of the most talked-about moments from the outing after the photographs were shared online.

Who Was Walking Beside Julia? Online Comments Quickly Turned to His Resemblance

Because Roberts has kept her family life largely private, many people who saw the photos wanted to know more about the young man walking beside her.

According to the same publication, he is Phinnaeus “Finn” Moder, Roberts’ 21-year-old son. Phinnaeus is the twin brother of Hazel, and the couple also has a younger son, Henry.

Once his identity became clear, many commenters turned their attention to another question: Which parent does he resemble?

Several people thought Phinnaeus closely resembled his father. On Instagram, one user wrote, “He looks just like his dad.” Another commenter echoed that view, “I thought that was Danny. He looks like his dad here.”

Others pointed to similarities with Julia instead. One person commented, “Looks like his mom with red hair,” while another wrote, “Lips like his mother! 💕”

Not every comment focused on family resemblance. Someone else reacted to the photos of Julia linking arms with her son, asking, “does she need his support to walk? she isn’t that old.”

The discussion continued on Facebook after the images were reposted there. One commenter wrote, “She does not look like Julia Roberts,” while another focused on Phinnaeus’s first name instead of his appearance, writing, “Lovely family, love it that Julia’s son has an ancient Greek name 😀.” A third simply added, “What a name lol.”

Julia Roberts Attends Her Niece’s Private Idaho Wedding

Julia’s recent family moments were not limited to outings with her children. She was also among the relatives who gathered to celebrate her niece Emma Roberts’ marriage to Cody John in Sun Valley, Idaho.

Emma and the “Midsommar” star are officially husband and wife after exchanging vows during an intimate outdoor ceremony on Saturday, July 25.

Held at the groom’s family estate, the wedding brought together relatives and close friends for a celebration surrounded by towering trees, mountain views, and late-summer sunshine.

Although the couple kept the ceremony private, recently released photos offer a closer look at the day. They capture quiet family moments, emotional embraces, and the first images of the newlyweds after they said “I do.”

Page Six reported that the ceremony lasted about 45 minutes despite temperatures climbing to roughly 95 degrees. Guests gathered along a flower-lined aisle as Emma made her entrance beneath a clear Idaho sky.

Emma was joined by her 5-year-old son, Rhodes Hedlund, who held her hand as they made their way down the aisle together.

The ceremony photos show Rhodes dressed in a dark suit as he proudly escorted his mother, whose flowing veil trailed behind her across the grass. The touching moment set the tone for the ceremony before Emma and Cody exchanged vows.

Other images capture the celebration’s biggest moments, including the couple’s first kiss as newlyweds, an embrace immediately after the ceremony, and their walk back up the aisle hand in hand as guests applauded.

Julia Roberts Was Captured in an Emotional Moment

Among those attending the wedding was Emma’s aunt, Julia, who appeared visibly emotional as the celebration continued.

One image shows Julia wiping away tears while talking with another guest shortly after the ceremony. In another, she smiles through the emotional moment as she continued greeting family members, offering a rare glimpse into a private family celebration.

She wore a black-and-white polka-dot ensemble with oversized sunglasses and appeared relaxed as she congratulated the newlyweds and spent time with relatives throughout the afternoon. Julia’s appearance also sparked discussion online.

On Instagram, one commenter questioned the guest list, “Invited her aunt but not dad? Isn’t that weird or it’s just me?” Another focused on Julia’s outfit, commenting, “Strongly dislike Aunt Julia’s attire.” A third user responded, “Her aunt was the one who raised her so she would obviously be there.”

On Facebook, one commenter also weighed in on Julia’s attire, writing, “Polka dots?!?! That’s what she chose to wear to a wedding??! 🙄 Congratulations to the bride and groom ❤️.” Another admitted, “I just found out her and Julz are related.”

Eric Roberts Publicly Supported Emma’s Wedding

While Julia celebrated alongside family members in Sun Valley, Emma’s father, Eric Roberts, was noticeably absent from the ceremony. Neither Emma nor Eric has publicly commented on why he did not attend the wedding.

Despite his absence, Eric publicly expressed his support for his daughter’s marriage in a statement to Page Six, saying, “I love my daughter, always have, always will.”

He added, “It is perfectly wonderful for her to celebrate however she wants, with whomever she wants.”

In 2022, Emma and Cody made their romance Instagram official after Cody shared a black-and-white photo of the couple relaxing together on a boat, simply captioning it, “sweet sweet.”

Emma announced their engagement in July 2024 with another intimate Instagram photo. In the image, she leaned into Cody while holding up her left hand to show off her engagement ring, joking in the caption, “putting this here before my mom tells everyone ❤️.”

Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen was found dead in her home on April 1, 2026, Wednesday, in a case authorities are investigating. A man was later taken into custody.

The discovery followed a welfare check after concerns were raised earlier that morning, setting off an investigation that quickly intensified.

A Family Announcement

A public acknowledgment came through a Facebook statement shared by her family. They described Nancy as a devoted public servant and beloved sister who dedicated her life to helping others, highlighting her leadership, compassion, and lasting impact.

The family asked for privacy as they mourned. But the statement did not address how she died, a question investigators were already working to answer.

What Police Say Happened Inside the Home

As reported by Coral Springs News, Nancy had missed both a city commission meeting and a charter school board meeting earlier Wednesday morning.

According to Florida Politics (FP), concern began when a friend was unable to reach her. When the friend instead contacted Nancy’s husband, Stephen Bowen, his response “sounded suspicious” and prompted a call to the police.

Officers arrived at the home around 10 a.m. for a welfare check and discovered Nancy dead inside. By that time, Stephen Bowen was no longer at the residence.

License plate readers later detected his vehicle along State Road 7. He was taken into custody shortly afterward at a residence in Plantation. According to sources, he was found at a friend’s home.

At a 5:45 p.m. press conference, Police Chief Brad Mock confirmed the case is being handled as a domestic violence investigation but did not provide details about her cause of death. FP, citing sources, reported that Nancy was killed in a shooting.

By the time those pieces came together, the news had already begun to ripple far beyond Coral Springs.

Shockwaves Across Florida Politics

News of Nancy’s death prompted widespread reaction from local and state leaders.

U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz, who represents Florida’s 23rd congressional district, expressed his shock on X, noting he had seen her days earlier and referencing both her recent personal loss and future political plans.

On the same platform, Oliver Larkin, a Democratic candidate for Congress in Florida’s 23rd district, said he had recently spoken with her at a Ramadan event and described her as a dedicated public servant.

More colleagues also shared their reactions to Nancy’s death.

As reported by the same publication, Coral Springs Commissioner Joshua Simmons said he was heartbroken, while City Manager Catherine Givens described the moment as a dark day for the city.

Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried highlighted Nancy’s role as a trailblazer and noted they had embraced just days earlier. House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell described the death as horrific and emphasized its human impact.

State Sen. Shevrin Jones, State Sen. Rosalind Osgood, State Rep. Angie Nixon, and South Miami Mayor Javier Fernandez also issued statements describing her as a leader, advocate, and friend.

In a statement posted on the city’s Facebook page, Coral Springs officials said her impact on the community was profound and lasting.

But beyond the tributes, her record in public service tells a deeper story.

What We Know About Nancy Metayer Bowen

According to the city’s official website, Nancy was an environmental scientist and public official whose career spanned government, advocacy, and community leadership.

She made history in 2020 as the first Black and Haitian American woman elected to the Coral Springs City Commission and was re-elected unopposed in 2024.

In November 2025, her colleagues appointed her to a second one-year term as vice mayor. Her work focused heavily on environmental justice, public health, and community resilience.

Before joining the commission, she led environmental initiatives across Florida and contributed to disaster response efforts tied to major hurricanes, including Irma, Michael, and Dorian.

She also served in roles connected to water conservation, sustainability, and climate policy at both the local and county levels. Her involvement in public service began early, dating back to her time as a student government leader in high school.

In Coral Springs, she served on multiple advisory boards and committees, including those focused on affordable housing, education, environmental sustainability, and climate change. She also worked with regional and national organizations advancing sustainability and public policy.

Nancy held a Bachelor of Science from Florida A&M University and a Master of Health Science from Johns Hopkins University. Her work earned recognition from organizations including the Haitian American Chamber of Commerce and the United Nations for her advocacy on clean water and public health.

She supported initiatives tied to sustainability, small-business growth, and economic development in Coral Springs. Sources cited by FP said she was preparing to run for Congress.

Yet as her public profile continued to rise, her personal life had been marked by loss just months earlier.

She Lost Her Brother Just Three Months Earlier

On December 21, 2025, Nancy shared a message on Facebook about the loss of her younger brother, Donovan Metayer, who died on December 15 after a years-long battle with schizophrenia.

She thanked the community for its support and announced plans to establish a fund in his name.

“This fund will expand access to mental health services and support for individuals and families who need it most. Your generosity, compassion, and continued support mean more than words can express during this time,” the post read.

Additional details shared on a GoFundMe page described him as a survivor of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting whose life was shaped by the trauma of the 2018 attack.

The page outlined years of mental health challenges, including hospitalizations and ongoing treatment. It also noted that he had recently begun rebuilding his life, earning an IT certification and working at an office supply company, where he was promoted.

As the investigation continues, the circumstances surrounding Nancy’s death remain under review, leaving a community mourning both a public servant and a life cut short.

The Dorgan family’s story of violence didn’t begin on February 16, 2026. While the world searches for a motive behind the rink shooting, a major piece of the puzzle is currently sitting in a federal prison cell 1,500 miles away.

It turns out that violence was a family affair long before this week’s heartbreaking events. Years ago, Robert Dorgan’s son was involved in a calculated attack that eerily foreshadowed the hatred that would later explode in Pawtucket.

The Night the Church Burned

Just after midnight on February 11, 2024, a woman dialed 911 to report a fire at Shiloh Gospel Temple on Charles Street in North Providence. What she described to the dispatcher was not an accident.

She had seen a man holding a gas can, walking back and forth near the rear of the building, looking at the flames. North Providence firefighters arrived and knocked down the blaze, but not before it caused significant damage to the building.

The church served a congregation of roughly 100 people, predominantly Black members, and was empty at the time, a small mercy in what was clearly a deliberate act.

The scene was disturbing enough on its own. But what investigators uncovered in the hours and days that followed made it far worse.

A $10 Purchase That Gave Everything Away

Police traced the suspect to a gas station less than half a mile away on Mineral Spring Avenue. An employee told investigators that a man had walked in just before midnight carrying a gas can, bought $10 worth of gasoline and a lighter, and left.

Surveillance footage captured his face clearly.

Investigators then stitched together his exact route using video from homes and businesses between the gas station and the church. A coffee purchase made days earlier — paid for with a bank card — confirmed his identity beyond doubt.

The suspect was Kevin Colantonio, then 36 years old. His arrest, however, was only the beginning of what this case would reveal.

Journals of Extreme Hatred

When police executed a search of Colantonio’s home, they weren’t just looking for evidence of arson. What they found went far deeper than an accelerant and a lighter.

Inside were notebooks filled with hate-fueled writings targeting racial and religious groups. Among the entries: “Eliminate Rich Snob global Elite Pastors, burn churches down to ground,” “hunt them down,” and most chillingly, “gun everyone down that isn’t white, if one is white spread the gospel. Always give our bloodline a chance.”

The morning after the fire, Colantonio texted a family member complaining that no one seemed to care about the attack. He referred to Shiloh Gospel Temple as “Atheist God mockers,” a message that revealed no remorse, only irritation that the act hadn’t drawn more attention.

In court, he admitted he had “intentionally selected the church as the object of the arson because of the actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, and/or ethnicity of the congregants.”

Prosecutors acknowledged his mental health history but were firm: it neither excused the attack nor “adequately explain[ed] his actions targeting a group of people because of their race and religion.”

Six Years Behind Bars, but That’s Not All

In June 2025, Colantonio was sentenced to 78 months in federal prison — just over six years — followed by three years of supervised release.

He had pleaded guilty to malicious damage by means of fire, obstruction of free exercise of religious beliefs, and two counts of assault on a federal officer. That last charge came from a separate incident while awaiting trial.

At the Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility, Colantonio threw a mug containing bodily waste and fluids at two federal correctional officers, a detail that said as much about his temperament as anything written in those notebooks.

He is currently serving his sentence at a federal prison in Fort Worth, Texas, with a scheduled release date of December 2029. But the most disturbing part of his story has nothing to do with the sentence itself.

A Toxic Family Legacy

Colantonio was not just a convicted arsonist with a history of hateful writings. He is the biological son of Robert Dorgan, the man who opened fire at Lynch Arena on February 16, 2026, killing his ex-wife, Rhonda, and their son, Aidan, before dying from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Robert, who also used the name Roberta Esposito, fathered six children with three different women. Colantonio was one of them — and the half-brother of Aidan Dorgan, one of the rink shooting’s victims.

People with close ties to the family, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told Target 12 that Robert directly influenced Colantonio’s fixation on race. The notebooks, the fire, the carefully chosen target — those who knew the family say none of it emerged in a vacuum.

Whether that influence was deliberate or absorbed over years of proximity, the pattern is impossible to ignore. A father who turned a family celebration into a massacre.

A son already imprisoned for a racially motivated attack, driven by writings about bloodlines and guns. Two crimes, two generations, and a thread of hatred running through them both.

The rink attack that claimed Rhonda and Aidan Dorgan’s lives, and left three others fighting for theirs, is a story with layers that continue to surface. For the full picture of what unfolded that afternoon and the fractured family history behind it, read on.

What Happened on February 16, 2026?

Just before 3 p.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026, gunfire erupted inside Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, during a youth hockey game, according to a report by WHDH.

Authorities confirmed that three people, including a child, were killed. The suspected shooter was also killed, and three others were rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves told reporters the suspect died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police were not involved in the shooter’s death, and the investigation remains ongoing.

“It appears that this was a targeted event, that it may be a family dispute,” Chief Goncalves said. She did not initially release the ages of those killed but noted that it appeared the victims were adults.

Later reports would reveal even more devastating details.

Chaos Inside the Arena

The shooting happened at the arena on Andrew D. Ferland Way, just outside Providence. Unverified videos circulating on social media showed players diving for cover as fans scrambled from their seats.

Outside, tearful families embraced. High school players, some still in uniform, were seen hugging before boarding buses to leave the area.

Roads around the arena were shut down as police vehicles flooded the scene and helicopters hovered overhead.

A Daughter Speaks Out

As stunned families gathered at the police department, a woman emerged with a heartbreaking claim. According to WCVB 5, she identified herself as the shooter’s daughter. “My father was the shooter,” she said. “He shot my family, and he’s dead now.”

“He has mental health issues,” said the woman who said the shooter was her father. She went on to say that he struggled with his mental health for some time and was “very sick.” She told reporters she did not yet know who had been killed and was heading to the hospital.

WCVB 5 also reported that hockey players and their families were taken by bus to the police department as the investigation unfolded. Some athletes were still in uniform, while parents clutched flowers meant for a senior night celebration that never came.

The shooting at Dennis M. Lynch Arena didn’t happen in a vacuum. Behind the gunfire was a complicated history of a divorce filing, police reports, allegations, and strained relationships that now feel impossible to ignore. Here are five key facts that paint a fuller — and more disturbing — picture of the shooter, Robert Dorgan.

1. The Divorce Filing

The unraveling of Robert’s marriage was documented in court filings. According to those court records first detailed by WPRI, his then-wife, Rhonda Dorgan, initially listed the grounds for divorce as “gender reassignment surgery, narcissistic + personality disorder traits.”

Those reasons were then crossed out and replaced with “irreconcilable differences which have caused the immediate breakdown of the marriage.” The divorce was finalized in June 2021.

At the time, paperwork showed Robert was living in Jacksonville, Florida, and working as a truck driver, geographically and emotionally distant from the Rhode Island family life he once shared. That legal language, quietly amended on paper, now reads like a warning sign of deeper fractures.

2. A Family Feud That Escalated

The tension inside the family home didn’t stay private…

In early 2020, Robert went to the North Providence Police Department claiming he had recently undergone gender-reassignment surgery and that his father-in-law wanted him out of their North Providence home because of it, as reported by WPRI.

According to court documents, Robert told police his father-in-law threatened to “have him murdered by an Asian street gang if he did not move out of the residence.” Robert said he had lived in that home for seven years.

He also alleged that his father-in-law used a derogatory term for transgender individuals and insisted that no such person was “going to stay” in his house. Authorities charged the father-in-law with intimidation of witnesses and victims of crimes and obstruction of the judicial system. However, prosecutors later dismissed the charges.

But the conflict didn’t stop there. Around the same time, Robert accused his own mother of assaulting him and acting in a “violent, threatening or tumultuous manner,” according to police records. His mother was charged with simple assault and battery, and disorderly conduct.

That case, too, was later dismissed. According to court records, Robert told police his father-in-law warned him that if he did not drop the assault charges against his mother, “further retaliation could be expected and that was another reason to have [him] killed.”

It was a family dispute tangled in accusations, counter-accusations, and criminal complaints, none of which ultimately resulted in convictions, but all of which revealed a deeply fractured dynamic.

3. The Alleged Intention Behind His Brutal Act

After the gunfire echoed through the rink, one voice cut through the shock. Robert’s daughter, Amanda Wallace-Hubbard, spoke to 12 News in a phone interview, and her words were unmistakable:

“I just want to make sure people understand this was one person’s vendetta against their family. We were targeted. This was very specific. It wasn’t random.”

Tragically, her mother, Rhonda, was killed at the rink, while her brother, Aidan Dorgan, died at the hospital.

Also shot were Rhonda’s parents, Linda and Gerald Dorgan — who share the same last name as her ex-spouse — and Thomas Geruso, a family friend. All three remained in critical condition at Rhode Island Hospital as of Tuesday afternoon, February 17, 2026.

Amanda’s message was clear: this was not an indiscriminate act. In her view, it was deliberate.

4. The Unthinkable: His Son Was Skating Just Feet Away

The horror deepened when details emerged about where Robert’s surviving son was at the exact moment shots rang out. As reported by the New York Post, 17-year-old Colin Dorgan — a team captain and standout defenseman for Blackstone Valley Schools’ hockey team — was on the ice in his No. 17 jersey when the deadly attack began.

Video shows him skating backward at center ice when the first cracks of gunfire echoed through the arena. He momentarily whipped his head around toward the sound, just feet from where his father was allegedly firing from the stands.

Moments earlier, authorities say, Robert had shot and killed Colin’s mother, Rhonda, and brother, Aidan. Colin then immediately began skating toward the rink exit, fleeing alongside teammates and a referee.

In the stands behind him, his father — who also identified as Roberta Esposito — allegedly fatally turned a gun on himself after killing two family members. The image of a teenage captain unknowingly skating toward chaos as his world collapsed behind him is one that will haunt this story forever.

In a heartbreaking contrast, a 2021 Facebook photo shared by Robert shows the family beaming at a hockey event.

They stand close together, posing with a framed jersey and flowers, the atmosphere celebratory. The caption reads, “MY UNIVERSE.” The smiling faces in that snapshot now feel almost impossible to reconcile with what unfolded at the rink.

5. A Tense Professional Past

Robert’s background included a short-lived chapter in the Marine Corps. According to the Associated Press (AP), he enlisted on April 26, 1988.

Less than three months later, on July 13, he was separated from the service with the lowest military rank. Marine Corps Spokesperson Maj. Jacoby Getty said the rapid discharge indicated Robert’s character “was incongruent with Marine [sic] Corps’ expectations and standards.” Jacoby declined to elaborate further.

In recent years, Robert worked at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works in Maine, which is a shipbuilding facility that contracts with the U.S. Navy. Co-workers told the AP that he often used the first name Roberta at work.

One colleague, Destiny Mackenzie, recalled that Robert frequently talked about family, especially his hockey-playing son, but never about his ex-wife.

“What was supposed to be some seniors’ only chance at playoff games is now ruined,” she penned in a message to the AP. “Images that these kids and family’s now have to live with. That’s who I send my condolences to is those families [sic].”

Destiny also said Robert had a bad temper that sometimes led to screaming matches with colleagues.

Another co-worker, who spoke anonymously for fear of workplace reprisals, said Robert seemed conflicted about transgender acceptance, proud of transitioning one moment and embarrassed the next. That same co-worker said they knew Robert owned guns, though they were unsure how many.

The shooting at the rink came nearly two months after Rhode Island was rocked by another deadly shooting at Brown University that left two students dead, nine wounded, and an MIT professor killed. Authorities later found the Brown University suspect dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Community Reaction

Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien reportedly addressed the tragedy, emphasizing that the incident was not connected to the separate shooting at Brown University nearly two months ago.

“The fortunate thing is that the two incidents are not related, but it is very tragic,” Don said. “These are high school kids. They were doing an event, they were playing with their families watching, a fun time, and it turned into this.”

The Coventry School District also reportedly confirmed that all of its Boys Hockey team players present were accounted for and safe. In a statement, the district said:

“The Coventry School District confirms that all students from the Boys Hockey team who were present during a reported incident at Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, RI have been accounted for and are safe. District officials were notified of the situation while the team was at the arena and immediately began coordinating with event staff and law enforcement.”

“An officer from the Coventry Police Department is on scene and remains with the students. School staff are also present and supervising the team. The district is continuing to monitor developments and is working with authorities as reunification and transportation plans are finalized,” the statement reportedly continued.

“At this time, the district’s focus is on student safety, family communication, and ensuring a calm and orderly return home. We are grateful for the swift response of first responders and arena personnel. Additional updates will be shared if appropriate as more verified information becomes available,” it concluded.

At this time, we wish to extend our most heartfelt condolences to Amanda, Colin, Linda, Gerald, and their entire family, friends, community, and all impacted by this tragedy. We hope for their healing as they grieve the significant losses of Rhonda and Aidan. RIP to all the lives lost.

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They had made the journey countless times before, never imagining this trip would end before they reached their family. What placed Dale and Reinette Schultz in the path of a gunman was so ordinary that, in hindsight, it feels almost unbearably cruel.

On Saturday afternoon, August 1, 2026, the shooter opened fire at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, killing three people and injuring seven others in an attack that quickly spread into the restaurant’s parking lot.

Opened on July 24, the Twin Falls restaurant had welcomed customers for just over a week before the shooting, according to a KMVT News Facebook post covering its grand opening.

Authorities said he was armed with an AR-style rifle, and video recorded from a nearby vehicle appeared to show him firing toward a blue Tesla before moving across the lot with the weapon.

Police Identify the Suspect

The New York Post reported that police identified the suspect as Chad Williams, 24, during Sunday’s press conference. Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks said investigators are confident the gunman acted alone. He also commended an off-duty state trooper and an armed citizen who confronted the shooter during the shooting.

Additionally, authorities said Chad died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after the attack. Investigators have not announced a motive, and Matthew said Chad’s family has been fully cooperative as detectives continue examining what led to the shooting. “Their hearts are also broken at this time,” the police chief added.

The Moment a Familiar Journey Took a Horrifying Turn for a Couple

Husband and wife, Dale and Reinette, had left Utah and were traveling to a family reunion in Idaho when the violence erupted near the new In-N-Out Burger on Blue Lakes Boulevard North. Dale, 66, was fatally shot, while his wife survived but suffered severe injuries.

The attack also claimed the lives of 23-year-old Ashley Garibay of Stockton, California, and 59-year-old Christopher Claunch of Hagerman, and at least seven other people were injured.

Along with the loved ones of the other victims, the Schultz family can not begin to explain the sudden and devastating absence left behind. “We didn’t know how severe they were hurt,” Dale’s brother, Jackson Schultz, said. “Several texts and calls from family [came in], and that’s when we found out that Dale didn’t make it.”

Adding another sorrowful layer to the news is the fact that relatives were unable to see him. “It’s still hard to wrap my head around that he’s gone,” Jackson reflected.

Dale and Reinette had been together since they were both 15 years old. They were not simply husband and wife; they were high school sweethearts whose lives had remained intertwined for more than five decades. “They were sweethearts,” Jackson said. “And you always saw it.”

The Man Dale’s Family Called Their ‘Rock’

Relatives remember Dale as the “rock” of the family — a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother who quietly made himself available whenever someone needed help. Jackson and his wife, Brenda, described him as humble, hardworking and deeply loyal to the people he loved.

“I would have said that he was the best of the Schultzes,” Jackson declared. “He was a man’s man and the best father that I know to his kids.” To his daughters, Dale was a hero, and to his grandsons, he was a role model.

He was also an Air Force veteran, a sculptor, a gardener and a beekeeper — a man whose list of talents seemed nearly as long as the list of people who relied on him. “All they had to do was call and ask him. He was there, always,” Brenda said.

Retirement had given Dale and Jackson more time together, and the brothers had spent the past year reconnecting. They played cornhole every week and talked about future trips they hoped to take.

“We were talking about vacations we could go on,” Jackson told KTVB 7 through tears. “And that’s gone.” On Tuesday, their brother Glenn took Dale’s place during their usual cornhole game. People who gathered there shared story after story about how much Dale had meant to them.

The Ordinary Stop That Changed Everything

Yet amid the tributes, one painful question lingered: How did a familiar family journey bring Dale and Reinette so close to the gunfire? They had not stopped near the restaurant for a celebratory dinner or a planned night out; they were there because their car needed power.

The couple had pulled into a Tesla charging station near the In-N-Out while traveling to the family reunion. It was supposed to be a routine pause on a route they knew well — the sort of stop most travelers would barely remember once they were back on the road.

Instead, Chad fired directly into their vehicle, killing Dale and leaving Reinette with extensive injuries. Had their car not needed to be charged, the high school sweethearts may never have been near the restaurant at all.

‘It Will Take an Entire Village’

Now, Reinette faces a long physical recovery alongside a loss that her family fears may become even more painful once she begins rebuilding her life without Dale.

She was transferred to the University of Utah Hospital, where she is receiving treatment for extensive shoulder injuries. The family plans to hold a memorial for Dale after Reinette returns home, where she will continue to recover. Relatives are also raising money to help cover her medical treatment and Dale’s funeral expenses.

Brenda said Dale’s absence will be felt far beyond his immediate household because he had been the person so many others called when they needed support.

“You look at the downline of how many people this truly impacts,” she said. “It will take an entire village to help Reinette, her daughters, her grandsons… it’s going to take a village to remotely even come close to helping to do what Dale just did all the time.”

In-N-Out Mourns Those Affected

Following the shooting, In-N-Out Owner and President Lynsi Snyder shared a public statement expressing grief over the tragedy and its impact on employees, customers, and their families. The Twin Falls restaurant was the company’s 441st location.

Lynsi confirmed on Instagram that one of the company’s associates was among those killed during the shooting:

“She was taking care of our most important asset – our Customers, and her life was taken by a disgusting human who doesn’t value the lives of others or his own. He shot both on our property and off, and ended his life shortly after he took the precious lives of our Associate and Customers, innocent people who never saw it coming.”

She said the company will mourn alongside the victims’ families while supporting employees and customers who witnessed the violence. Lynsi described the loss as heartbreaking and encouraged people to seek comfort and strength rather than respond with anger.

She also pledged that In-N-Out will stand together with those affected and “do everything we can to learn from this situation.”

Police Warn Against False Claims Online

According to KTVB 7, Matthew warned the public not to share another name that had begun circulating online, stressing that the individual has no connection to the shooting.

Before taking questions, the police chief urged the public to rely on verified information rather than online speculation. “This information is absolutely false. This gentleman has no involvement in this incident whatsoever,” Matthew said.

Police also said an active-duty service member who shares the suspect’s name has become the target of online harassment and false accusations despite having no involvement in the case.

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