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slaviclore · 1 year ago

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thanks to everyone who responded to last week's translation challenge (which you can see here, or under the cut below)! All your answers have been really fantastic and useful. 303 people voted, of which 119 are Polish speakers. I tallied up the votes from the Polish speakers (i changed your vote if u expressed regret in the tags after voting), and I summarize under the cut the various takes on this question and add my 2 cents (or possibly more like 2 dollars, as this is a Long Post). Read on to learn some things about the Polish language and Chopin history. :]

context again:

This is the opening sentence of a letter written by Fryderyk Chopin (who I'll refer to as FC for convenience) to his friend and/or boyfriend Tytus Woyciechowski (TW) in 1829. He's 19/20 years old (we're not sure about his DOB), and he's been spending some time with Prince Antoni Radziwiłł and his family at their palace in Antonin (near Poznań). Radziwiłł is a huge music nerd, and Chopin is having a great time over there. The mood of the letter is mostly positive and upbeat, and you can probably expect him to be at his cheekiest.

There are 3 published English translations of this letter, which I included as options in the poll. None of the 3 professional translators are native Polish speakers. They are: EL Voynich (option 1), David Frick (option 2), and Arthur Hedley (option 4). Option 3 is my own take on the translation (I am a native Polish speaker but not a professional translator).

why is this important?

1) it's an interesting grammar problem where the combination of a referred statement (FC is summarizing what TW said), a command, and a reflexive (się) makes it unclear who is to kiss who. Can we figure out what TW's original statement was based on how FC referred to it? Did he say some version of "kiss me", or "kiss yourself", or something else?

2) We have 22 letters from FC to TW, but we don't have any from TW to FC, so it's useful to piece together the way he may have written to him -- especially since we're not sure what their relationship actually was.

3) FC has a habit of teasing TW for not liking to be kissed, which historians have taken a bit too seriously, if you ask me -- this was some inside joke between the two of them. But if this short exchange was part of that joke, it gives us a chance to understand them a little better.

4) Arthur Hedley was a prominent Chopin scholar in the 20th century. His translations are the ones that are usually quoted to this day, and the choices he made in his translations and biographies have had a huge impact on the field. Some were good choices, and some were bad. Today, he's a controversial figure. I don't think he can be dismissed or blindly trusted, but rather critiqued point by point... we can take on one such point here.

The full original sentence from Chopin's November 14 1829 letter:

Ostatni twój list, w którym mi każesz się ucałować, odebrałem w Antoninie u Radziwiłła.

here's some definitions:

Ostatni twój list -- your last letter

w którym -- in which

każesz -- a command word in the second person present tense: you tell/you command

ucałować -- to kiss

mi -- me

się -- a reflexive to indicate the self, non-specific for gender or person (can be me, you, him her, etc)

odebrałem -- I received/I picked up; first person past tense

The main issues of this translation are:

the order of the 3 phrases (separated by 2 commas)

word choice, especially what to call the kiss

word order of the middle phrase, i.e., who is to kiss who

Several of you mentioned that this sentence is weird. Yeah. Sigh. Unfortunately, Chopin is very dead and has made that everyone's problem. No one specified why it's weird, but I guessed that it's the order of "mi" and the reflexive "się" in the middle phrase, so I asked you in a separate poll if another order would be better. 25 people voted on that one, of which just over half were Polish speakers. No one said that the sentence was weird for some other reason, which explains why the available translations could not agree on how to interpret the directionality of the commanded action (who is to kiss who). Voters were also split pretty evenly among those who preferred an alternative word order (especially "...w którym każesz mi się ucałować..."), and those who said that there's nothing wrong with the sentence or that changing it would change the intended meaning even if it does sound better. I therefore propose that we give Chopin the benefit of the doubt and assume that he said what he meant to say, even if it was awkward.

Some poll responders were not concerned about the kiss at all, and focused almost entirely on the order of the phrases in the sentence. They argued that starting the sentence with the "I received" fragment rather than the "Your last letter" fragment shifts the emphasis away from the location (Antonin), which is the main point of the sentence, and that the kiss is only a secondary point. Those who mentioned the kiss agreed that calling it anything but a kiss is not helpful, but the second most popular translation was the only one that replaced this word. Arthur Hedley's preservation of the sentence order, and maybe his dampening of the kiss subject, is likely what earned him second place -- 20 people voted for this translation (option 4), or 16.8% of the Polish-speaking voters.

Arthur Hedley, Selected Correspondence of Fryderyk Chopin (1962), pg 36:

Your last letter, in which you send me your warmest greetings, reached me at Radziwill's place at Antonin.

Kisses are thrown around left and right in Chopin's letters, regardless of who is writing or receiving them (friends, family, any informal context). While "ucałować" is literally "to kiss", Hedley's goal was probably to remove the ambiguity with which a kiss might be interpreted by an English-speaking audience and instead give you (the suspiciously British) "warmest greetings". This is something he did regularly in his translations and has made himself rather unpopular for it. Even if he is basically correct and the fundamental goal of the kiss is just to offer a warm greeting, replacing the word removes your ability to make the following 2 arguments, should you choose to do so:

Though a kiss is indeed a common greeting/sign-off, when FC refers to the **whole letter** as the one where you tell me to kiss you(/myself/send me a kiss), this creates emphasis not generally afforded to greetings and sign-offs. Presumably, TW wrote other stuff in that letter (if he literally only wrote "kiss me" and nothing else, holy shit i'd have fainted) -- but FC has relegated the rest of the letter as less important than the kiss, even if TW himself didn't give that bit a second thought. It's like if Harry wrote you a whole email with a bunch of stuff in it and signed off with "love, Harry", and then you wrote back, "Harry, i got your email where you say you love me". I'm not going to argue whether this is flirting or not, but I hope you see how it might be.

(watermelon sugar is playing as I write this, but u can have any harry u want in this simulation)

FC's emphasis may also be a reference to whatever inside joke these two seem to have that makes him insist (in other letters) that TW doesn't like to be kissed. So FC's intention may be the very troll-like: i got your letter where you tell me to kiss you(/send me a kiss) but i **thought** you don't like kisses?? interesting!!??

🤔🤔🤔

Either way, Hedley robs us of the TW eye-roll we deserve, so I think he blew it on this one, even if similar choices worked well in other contexts.

For me, the main difficulty in the translation was whether TW's original command was "kiss me/give me a kiss" or "kiss yourself/give yourself a kiss", with FC's rephrasing therefore being either "...to kiss you" or "...to kiss myself", respectively. So who gets this imaginary kiss? TW or FC? and which of them is supposed to give it? David Frick takes the most ruthless route to this answer (option 2), and 17 of you agreed with him, or 14.3% of the Polish-speaking voters, giving him 3rd place.

David Frick, Chopin's Polish Letters (2016), pg. 143:

I received your last letter, in which you tell me to give myself a kiss, in Antonin at Radziwiłł's.

Some of you said that this is the most grammatical choice -- while others brought up the very valid point that... why would anyone be told to kiss themselves? and how does one go about doing that?? Maybe Frick imagined TW's original command as something along the lines of: since I'm not there, give yourself a kiss for me.

I think this is a good take, even if FC made it weird and Frick refused to save him from his own grammar. In a stark contrast to Hedley's method, Frick tends to stay close to Chopin's wording and syntax. Though I do find some over-interpretation in Frick's translations and annotations, some of which I think is incorrect, his translations are very good, and I defer to his choices unless I have a good reason not to.

One poll responder brought up the alternative interpretation that actually TW's original statement was hostile. After I read Frick's translation, this did also cross my mind, and I imagined the exchange as something like this:

FC: kiss me

TW: oh ffs, kiss yourself

FC: i got the letter where you tell me to kiss myself

😔😔😔

hilarious. If TW really is as allergic to being kissed as FC insists, this interpretation is a viable option. Unfortunately for my personal amusement, I don't think he's really so allergic to it. Also, if this were the case, I would expect FC to emphasize "himself" with something like 'sam się ucałowac'. Here "sam" is a type of "self" you use to say you're doing it (by) yourself/oneself.

In this scene from Borat 2 (with which I have a conflicted emotional relationship that belongs in a different post, but I did laugh my ass off at this scene) Borat's daughter says, in reference to the monkey that was dead in the crate (in their fake language that mixes Hebrew, Slavic and Near and Middle Eastern languages), something like "sam się zjad" which is probably meant to be a Slavic "he ate himself", when it was clearly she who ate the monkey:

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I think the commenter had something even harsher in mind for the interpretation of TW's letter, though, like where kiss yourself is a euphemism for fuck yourself. I don't know how people told each other to fuck off in 19th century Poland, but now I'm desperate to find out. Dearest Tytus, your last letter, in which you tell me to go fuck myself, I received in Antonin...

oh my lord this is sending me. I suspect this Bieber-esque usage is modern though, but I'm not sure! Either way, the rest of FC's letter is very affectionate so it doesn't seem super likely that he just got told to fuck off, unless he absolutely cannot take even a single hint

Since FC frequently signs off his letters with kiss me/give me a kiss, it's reasonable that TW might do the same. My translation was option 3, which keeps the structure of the sentence and assumes that FC's rewording is meant to say "kiss you/give you a kiss". This was the most popular option, with 68 votes or 57.1% of the Polish-speaking voters.

Me, tumblr, 2023:

Your last letter, in which you tell me to kiss you, I received in Antonin at Radziwiłł's.

I can't tell if Frick's "kiss myself" or my "kiss you" is the more grammatical interpretation -- if u have an answer for this from the depths of Polish grammar, I'd love to see it. But! I think it doesn't really matter! Since this is a personal letter, all we can safely assume is that FC is being rational, not necessarily that he's being fully grammatical.

On my first reading of the letter, I didn't consider Frick's "kiss myself" possibility at all. I just assumed it was "kiss you", and some of you echoed that sentiment. After I read the published translations, I ran the sentence through google translate (the least reliable of all our translators but still useful for comparisons), which agreed with me. As GT is trained on modern content, I was concerned my translation may be a modern artifact... which may also explain why many of you voted for it -- the professional translators may have simply known better.

I wondered if I could find historical precedent for this sentence structure being used to refer to the giver of the command (kiss TW) rather than the one being commanded (kiss FC). I found this in a prayer called "Litania o Milosci Bozej" or "Litany about God's Love". here is a fragment with the relevant grammar in bold:

Boże, któryś mnie sam wprzód umiłował, zmiłuj się nad nami.

Boże, który mi każesz się miłować, zmiłuj się nad nami.

My translation:

God, you who loved me first, have mercy on us.

God, you who commands me to love you, have mercy on us.

I haven't been in a church in a thousand years, so someone who goes to Polish church, pls tell me if I'm getting this wrong. Here, God commands the individual saying the prayer to love Him (not to "love yourself"). The grammar is the same as in FC's sentence. The last word is the specific verb (love for the prayer, kiss for Chopin), 'każesz' is 'you command/tell', 'mi' is 'me', and 'się' is the reflexive:

the prayer: który mi każesz się miłować

-- you who commands me to love you

chopin: w którym mi każesz się ucałować

-- in which you tell me to kiss you

I don't know how old this prayer is or how long it's used this specific wording, but I found a version of it from the early 20th century -- it might be a lot older. While this doesn't tell you what FC meant in his letter, it does offer precedent for the "kiss you" translation and argues that TW having asked for a kiss is, at least, a viable take that's not necessarily modern.

EL Voynich, Chopin's Letters (1931), pg 73:

I received your last letter, in which you send me a kiss, at Antonin, at the Radziwiłłs'.

Though it may not seem like it, Ethel Voynich's translation (option 1) actually comes to the same conclusion as Frick's -- Voynich was first by 80 years, tho, and the first person to translate Chopin's letters into English -- but she got the fewest votes: only 14, which is 11.8% of the Polish-speaking votes. Like Frick, Voynich switched the phrase order, which may have put some of you off. She also packaged her interpretation in a simpler way that may have felt false to poll responders. In her translation, like in Frick's, FC is the recipient of the kiss. It's just that, here, the kiss is sent to him, rather than administered by virtue of his own action, as Frick would have it. The same is true for Hedley, actually, where FC is the recipient of the greetings. Most of you, and I (and the robot), thought it was TW who should be getting the kiss instead.

One poll responder suggested a hybrid option, which agrees with my interpretation of the middle phrase but Hedley's choice to rename the kiss: "Your last letter, in which you tell me to send you greetings, reached me in Antonina".

So what do you think? Was TW's original statement something like "kiss me/give me a kiss", or more like "give yourself a kiss for me", or even "kiss yourself (hostile)"? Or did TW always intend FC to be the passive party in receiving the kiss or greeting? Was this flirting? Was it part of the "TW hates being kissed" inside joke? There's no right answer to these questions, and a consensus doesn't mean the winning answers are true. We will probably never know for sure what TW really wrote... the best we can do is guess.

Some of my takeaways:

it's useful to look at multiple translations to see where translators have disagreed and where the uncertainty lies

if you remove ambiguity in the translation of a Chopin letter (like Hedley did) or complexity (like Voynich), you're in danger of removing nuance, which Chopin stuffs into his writing like it's build-a-bear.

but if you go with the direct meaning (like Frick), you may end up trying to convince the world that Chopin was asked to kiss himself somehow for some reason

and if the only one who agrees with you is a robot, you'll probably have to dig up an ancient prayer to justify your possibly modernized take (like me).

This is the curse in a nutshell.

Thanks for reading! hope you had as much fun with this poll as i did

#translation challenge #polish langblr #languages #polish #chopin #fryderyk chopin #my translations

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lucisaphiraarchive · 1 year ago

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⏤ 　　𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑑𝑢𝑐𝑖𝑛𝑔 … 𝐋𝐔𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐀 𝐒𝐀𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐀 .

( ─── )cindy kimberly. she/her. cis woman. ›spotted at the met steps , luciana saphira , most likely listening to dollhouse by melanie martinez with their airpods pro . the twenty-four gained quite a reputation , known to be -pushover yet +giving to anyone who knows them . you'll easily spot them when you hear about freshly painted acrylic nails tapping against piano keys , soft curls tied up by ribbon , lip gloss in a pink purse , and warm brown hues, followed by rose gold by tiffany & co. latest nepoupdates article talks about healing goat retreat or the latest victim of new york's unplanned pregnancy epidemic : the case of luciana saphira , but i guess any reputation is good reputation .

❛ ─── 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲 » 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 » 𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 . ( biography coming soon … )

❛ 𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐂 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 !

name : luciana saphira . nicknames : luci , lu or ana . birthday / age : november 20th , 1998 & twenty - four . gender / pronouns : ciswoman & she / her . hometown : manhattan , new york . career : model & ghost artist . positive traits : giving , creative , trustworthy , humble & gentle . neutral traits : stylish , introverted , self - conscious , curious & sensitive . negative traits : pushover , self - destructive , reckless , stubborn & perfectionist .

𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐑𝐀 ,

𝑝ℎ𝑦𝑠𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑙 𝑎𝑡𝑡𝑟𝑖𝑏𝑢𝑡𝑒𝑠 ;

hair color : brunette . eye color : hazel / brown . height : five foot , seven inches . tattoos : currently 5 various tattoos . piercings : 9 on ears . faceclaim : cindy kimberly .

𝑚𝑖𝑠𝑐 ;

artists streamed : marina , lana del rey , melanie martinez , sabrina carpenter , ariana grande , taylor swift , lizzy mcalpine , justin bieber , oliva rodrigo , heart , jeremy zucker , alec benjamin , the wrecks , saint motel , panic ! at the disco , hoizer , miley cyrus , dominic fike , shawn mendes , becky g , shakira , ava max , ashnikko , dua lipa , royal & the serpant , madison beer , the pussycat dolls , selena gomez , selena , katey perry , justin timberlake , gwen stafani , no doubt , rihanna , chloe adams , chandler leighton , harry styles and so many more my brain can't think of at the moment . . .

❛ 𝐁𝐔𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐓 𝐏𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐒 !

　　QUICK PERSONALITY CHECK …

a quick little personality check ⏤ luciana is very kind ( but dont get her wrong . she can hit her limit and that kindness can slip up . ) she grew up in a family that strived for something picture perfect and that turned her into a perfectionist . as much as she doesn't want to live with that same kind of pressure , she can't help it . on the outside she can seem like everything is perfectly fine but on the inside she has this very deep seeded loneliness and sadness she carries onto . she can be bubbly when she wants to but she can hit her social limit and at that point it just becomes too much . she is prone to meltdowns . . . she's a senstive person . feels things really hard but also throws up barrers with herself and pushs down 99 % of her emotions when they become too much . she's a loyal person to her friends and the people she cares about . really , she would do anything for anyone . to the point where it could get a bit toxic and she drowns herself in it . as much as she loves the universe and the stars , as much as she likes to dream . . . she also has this fear of it all as well . and although positive outwardly , she can be a bit negative inwardly . but the way there's this endlessness of the world and life , that scares her . . . she has trouble with her own self and identity . and as much as a hopeless romantic she can be she's also unable to hold onto relationships for long . has a fear of getting too close to people and is one of those people that craves affection but flinches at it at the same time . pretty much she's a soft little baby . she just wants to make people feel good but also . . . she's deeply sad . . . even though she's a sweet little contradictory romantic type girl . . . she also can be a bit reckless in her own way . throwing herself down potholes for some kind of sign of life . ( rip , i have a theme to uphold . long live the emos . )

triggers : neglect , parental neglect , parental mental abuse , trauma , adulatory and addiction .

ever since the moment luciana was born her life was orchestrated , almost like performance art . there wasn't a time she could remember when eyes weren't on her and her family . her parents had always been the type of people that wanted it to seem as though they had the picture perfect family . pristine , almost to the point where the family seemed plastic . and that's just how they wanted it to seem . the wealthy and elite family all smiles and handshakes . all fancy parties and sucking up to all the right people . all the people that could get them further into that life of wealth and fame .

luciana and her older brother were dragged along to anything and everything their parents could get them into . a way to show the world they had something they didn't . . . that their family had everything . the perfect little family , the riches , the fame . . . it was everything the money and fame hungry parents wanted , even if it was anything but the truth .

a question , was the life they lead really all that perfect or great ? not at all . luciana knew at a young age how dysfunctional her family was . the way they said one thing to the world but everything was completely opposite or different inside . . . it confused her . the constant distrust in the people around her and this loneliness she had never been able to let go of began to creep onto her until it swallowed her whole .

the moment she was able to be put in front of a camera , luciana's parents made sure of it . putting her in the hands of any and every person in the industry . no real safety net despite having her so - called mom - ager there to protect her . if anything , luci felt as though she was less protected when her mother was around . the way the woman would throw her to the wolves just to get the attention she desired . wanting to live through her daughter . playing puppet master and treating her own child as if she was a little doll she could bend and control anyway she wanted to .

when the cameras weren't on the family , the issues came in swarms . luciana watching as her mother abused different pills and alcohol , her brother drowned himself in anything he could get his hands on , trying to silence the noise of heated arguments and his father cheating with various different woman . luciana seeing things she shouldn't but felt she had to hold onto and keep secret . they were a broken family behind closed doors but the moment they had eyes on them , everyone would pretend nothing was wrong . a smile forming on what was once a miserable face .

as much as luci doesn't want to be under her mothers control or her parents . . . she is . unable to really get out from under their grasps . at a young age she had went through something traumatic . no help in the way she was thrown to the wolves and that began the spiraling that luci began to go through .

a little reckless in her behavior , although under the radar . then again , she'd always felt like she could be screaming for help in front of the people in her life and no one would see or hear her . after an episode that was too catastrophic to ignore , her parents sent her off to a nature retreat . . . a way to be calm and become one with the earth . although , they didn't want to address the situation of not only what their daughter had been through and the secrets she held onto but they also didn't want to believe that there could be something actually wrong with her . or something she could actually be struggling with . instead sending her off on a pointless journey that didn't take away all the hurt and pain she had been through .

once back , she was thrown back into her work . back to playing the part of the perfect untouched and lovely daughter her mother wanted her to be . back to being the little doll her mother wanted to control .

❛ 𝐖𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 !

WANTED :

can't really think of anything right now but i'm down and ready for anything at all ! but i have a section on her pinterest for potential connections if you want to look and possibly a few on her inspiration blog . she probably has some songs on her playlist as well that can be potential connection vibes !

#( * introduction . )#klfjdskajfd sorry this is extremely bad #i never write woman ... so pls be gentle with me fkldjsa

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behind-the-screen-of-bangtan · 2 years ago

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Jimin (지민)

Real name: 박지민 (Park Jimin)

Birth date: 13 October 1995

Home city: Busan

Instagram account

BU character: Park JiMin

BT21 character: Chimmy

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Biography

As a kid, Jimin used to have lots of hobbies, following anything that piqued his interest. However, when he discovered dance, he realized this was his calling and took lessons for two years while in middle school before getting into Busan High School of Arts. He interrupted his scolarity once he got recruited by Big Hit. He’s the last member to have joined BTS, two years before their debut. Always hard-working, Jimin has illustrated himself through his dance and his acrobatic figures but he also know for his kindness towards the members and the fans.

For a more complete biography, you can check these ressources:

biography from the volume 5 of the Japan Official Fanclub magazine (trans by kocchi, Kimmy Yang)

interview with Kim Ki-yoon, the owner of the dance school in Busan, where Jimin used to go to (English translation)

Jimin has also shared tidbits of his daily life:

[VLOG] Let's take a picture of Paris and go to Hawaii (2019)

팔찌��방 VLOG (Bracelet workshop) (2022)

Birthday albums: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

Recommendations

Music

Spotify playlist

You can find Youtube playlists of the songs he shared on Spotify and on Twitter or during interviews.

Books/Movies/Series/Anime

Google sheet of his recommendations

Solo activity

Music (discography)

Jimin & V - “95 graduation” (2014)

Jimin & Jung Kook - “Christmas Day” (Origin. Justin Bieber - Mistletoe, 2014)

Jimin, JK - “We don't talk anymore” (gift for the Festa, 2017)

“ 약속 (Promise)” (2018)

“Christmas Love" (2020)

지민(Jimin) X 하성운(Ha Sung-Woon) - “With you” (우리들의 블루스 (Our Blues) OST, 2022)

--- Chapter 2 ---

TAEYANG - 'VIBE (feat. Jimin of BTS)' (2023)

FACE (2023) (see this post) (2023)

NLE Choppa, Kodak Black, Jimin of BTS, JVKE, & Muni Long - “Angel Pt. 1″ (FAST X OST) (2023)

JVKE, Jimin of BTS, Charlie Puth, Muni Long - “Angel Pt. 2″ (FAST X OST) (2023)

MUSE (2024) (see this post)

For more details about the songs that don’t have their own post, I listed all the info I had here. For Chapter 2 songs, please check here.

Shows

구오즈 만다꼬 (95z Mandaggo) (2015, anchor)

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ㅡㅅㅡ

Pixid (2023, guest): teaser, show

Brand endorsement

Global ambassador for Dior (2023): tweets, Jimin’s Instagram post, #2

House ambassador for Tiffany & Co. (2023): tweets, Jimin’s Instagram post, Youtube video, TikTok video, WWD: “EXCLUSIVE: Tiffany & Co. Releases Jimin’s First Campaign, Costarring Zoë Kravitz and Gal Gadot”

Magazines

W Korea 2023 Vol.2 (January 2023): tweets, Q&A, Behind the scene

Daman magazine February/March issue: tweets, interview

L’Officiel Malaysia March issue: tweets, interview

ELLE Hong Kong March issue: Instagram reel, interview in Cantonese

Vogue Korea April issue N°321: tweets, interview

AERA magazine No.16: tweets, interview translation

GQ Korea November Issue: tweets

Harper's Bazaar JP 2024 March issue: tweets, Youtube video, interview (in Japanese)

Interviews

BE comeback interview: “I’m the kind of person who likes to be loved”

Butter release interview: “There’s people who’ve been rooting for us throughout this difficult time”

Proof release interview: “I want to be better, and cooler”

Trivia

Due to his round cheeks, Jimin earned the nickname of Mochi or Manggaetteok, which is a rice cake wrapped in manggae leaf.

#Jimin #Park Jimin

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scottbennett · 6 days ago

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｡･:*:･ﾟ[Austin Butler / cis male / he/him] ——— Hey, is that [SCOTT BENNET] from Saltmere Bay..? They’re the talk of the town for being notoriously [RESENTFUL] & [OVERBURDENED], though some swear they’ve glimpsed a softer side with hints of [PROTECTIVE] & [HARDWORKING]. If you ask me they remind me of [PURPOSE - JUSTIN BIEBER]— it’s no wonder everyone knows them as the [the spitfire ] around here. Keep an eye out; in a place like Saltmere, the tides have a way of revealing people’s true colors…[kat, 29, she/her, gmt+1] 。·:*:·ﾟ

Full name: Scott David Bennett Nicknames: Scotty, Bennett Pronouns: he/him Birthday: July 3rd Age: 30 Sexual/Romantic Orientation: Heterosexual Occupation: Co-owner and lead mechanic at Bennett Auto Repair Family: Father (deceased), mother (estranged), sister (Sawyer Bennett)

BIOGRAPHY:

Scott Bennett has always been a steady, reliable force in the small coastal town of Saltmere Bay. As the older sibling, Scott grew up under the watchful eye of their father, who owned and operated the best auto repair shop in town. From a young age, Scott was drawn to the intricacies of engines and machines, spending hours at his father’s side learning the trade. His bond with their father was unshakable, built on shared passion and mutual respect.

Everything changed when Scott was a teenager. Their mother left the family, unable to cope with the demands of their life, leaving Scott to step into a more protective role. While his younger sister, Sawyer, dreamed of escaping Saltmere Bay, Scott doubled down on his responsibilities. He became his father’s right hand at the auto shop, sacrificing his own dreams in the process. For Scott, it wasn’t just a job—it was a commitment to keep the family together and support Sawyer in pursuing the life she wanted.

Over the years, Scott watched Sawyer grow into a determined, ambitious young woman. He was proud of her when she left for New York City to chase her dreams in fashion marketing, even though it came with its own challenges. The distance between them grew, but Scott always made an effort to check in, updating her on their father’s health and the state of the business.

When their father’s health began to deteriorate, Scott hoped Sawyer would come back, even just for a little while. Despite his attempts to convey the seriousness of the situation, Sawyer, caught up in her career, kept delaying her return. Scott carried the weight of their father’s illness alone, managing the shop, their father’s care, and the growing realization that the man he looked up to wouldn’t be around much longer.

The day their father passed before Sawyer made it home was the hardest day of Scott’s life. Grief was compounded by resentment—Sawyer had always had the freedom to pursue her dreams while Scott stayed behind to ensure their family and business didn’t fall apart. Still, he couldn’t bring himself to fully blame her. He knew she cared in her own way, even if her priorities had led her down a different path.

Now, with their father gone, Scott is left holding the pieces of their shared legacy. The auto shop is at a crossroads, and Scott isn’t sure how to move forward. His relationship with Sawyer is strained, and her return to Saltmere Bay has stirred a mix of emotions—grief, frustration, and faint hope. Part of him wants her to stay and help rebuild what they’ve lost, but he knows her heart is still tied to the glamorous life she built in New York.

Scott struggles to communicate his feelings, harboring unspoken resentment for the sacrifices he made to ensure Sawyer could chase her dreams. But he also sees her grappling with guilt and uncertainty, and it stirs his protective instincts. More than anything, Scott wants them to find a way forward—whether it’s together or apart—and to honor their father’s memory in a way that feels right for both of them.

For Scott, this journey is about rebuilding not just the business, but the bond with his sister. While the shop may keep him grounded, he knows Sawyer’s heart is torn. His hope lies in finding common ground and rediscovering what it means to be family, even as their paths seem destined to diverge.

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Selena Gomez - Bio, Top 20 Best English Songs

Selena Gomez has established a unique reputation in the English pop music world. From humble beginnings in Grande Prairie, Texas, to international sensation, Gomez's journey is one of perseverance, talent, and adaptation This article delves into her life, exploring her early career, fame, and influence in the music industry.

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Biography and Early Life Born on July 22, 1992, in Grand Prairie, Texas, Selena Mary Gomez was destined for stardom. Raised by her mother, a former stage actress, Gomez quickly fell in love with acting. Her big break came when she was cast in the children's television show "Barney and Friends" with future star Demi Lovato. This role marked the beginning of her long and successful career. Getting into the Disney Channel Gomez’s talent immediately caught the attention of Disney Channel executives. She guest-starred on shows like "The Suite Life of Jack and Cody," before landing in "Wizards of Waverly Place." As Alex Russo, she became a household name, charming audiences with her wit and flair. This role not only solidified her status as a Disney star but also laid the groundwork for her future endeavors in music and acting. Switching to music While working on Disney projects, Gomez began to explore her musical talent. She contributed to various Disney musicals before forming Selena Gomez and the Scene in 2009. The group's first single, "Kiss and Tell," was a commercial success, followed by hits like "A Year Without Rain."," and "When The Sun Goes Down ." The music came down.” These albums showcased her versatility and ability to captivate listeners with her voice. Solo Music Career In 2013, Selena Gomez launched her solo career with her debut album, "Stars Dance." The album's lead single, "Come & Get It," topped the charts and marked a milestone in her career. Follow-up albums like "Resurrection" and "Rare" re-established her as a pop music superpower. Songs like "Good For You," "Hands to Myself," and "Lose You to Love Me" received critical acclaim and commercial success. Acting Career Highlights Gomez continued to act, taking on more mature roles outside of Disney. She starred in films like "Spring Breakers," where she shed her Disney image, and "The Fundamentals of Caring," which showcased her range as an actress. Her performance was well received, showing she could successfully transition from child actor to serious actress. Private Life and Public Image The media often scrutinize Selena Gomez's personal life. Her high-profile relationships, especially with fellow pop star Justin Bieber, have attracted much attention. Despite societal and personal challenges, including a battle with lupus and a kidney transplant, Gomez has persevered. She speaks openly about her struggles, advocates for mental health awareness, and inspires many with her honesty. Charity and advocacy Outside of her entertainment career, Gomez is known for her philanthropic efforts. She has supported many projects including UNICEF, the Lupus Research Alliance, and the Step Up Foundation. Mental health advocacy, especially through her involvement with the Rare Impact Fund, underscores her commitment to making a positive difference in the world. Recent projects and accomplishments Gomez continues to evolve as an artist. Her recent releases, including the Spanish EP "Revelación," showcase her versatility and willingness to explore new genres. Outside of music, she has taken on a variety of production roles, most notably as a lead actor in the hit Netflix series "13 Reasons Why." Pop musical heritage Selena Gomez’s influence on pop songs and culture is undeniable. She inspired a new generation of artists with her energy, authenticity, and talent. Her journey from Disney Channel star to global pop icon is a testament to her dedication and passion for her art. Conclusion Selena Gomez’s story is one of incredible achievement and resilience. From her beginnings on "Barney and Friends" to becoming a pop sensation, she has continuously reinvented herself while staying true to her roots. As she continues to break boundaries and explore new avenues, Selena Gomez will undoubtedly remain a key figure in the entertainment industry for years to come. FAQs Who is Selena Gomez? Selena Gomez is an American singer, actress, and filmmaker, best known for her work in pop music, television, and film. She became famous for her role in the Disney Channel series "Wizards of Waverly Place" and later launched a successful music career. What is Selena Gomez’s most popular song? Selena Gomez's most popular songs include "Come & Get It," "Good for You," "Hands to Myself," "Bad Liar," and "Lose You to Love Me." Has Selena Gomez won any awards? Yes, Selena Gomez has won numerous awards throughout her career including the American Music Awards, the Billboard Women's Music Awards, and the MTV Video Music Awards. What are some of Selena Gomez's philanthropic efforts? Selena Gomez is known for her philanthropic work with UNICEF, the Lupus Research Alliance, and her rare impact fund that focuses on mental health initiatives. What are the recent projects of Selena Gomez? Recently, Selena Gomez released a Spanish-language EP, "Revelación," and served as executive producer on the Netflix series "13 Reasons Why." She continues to work on new music and plays. Read the full article

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Who is Kym Herjavec? Discover her Wiki, Height, Family, Husband, Net Worth, Facts & More

Kym Herjavec , Body Measurement, Age, Movies, Husband, Family, Net Worth, Facts & More

Biography/Wiki

Kym Herjavec is an Australian professional ballroom dancer and choreographer who has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry through her talent and hard work. She is known for her stunning performances on the hit TV show "Dancing with the Stars" and has won the competition twice. Kym has also choreographed for various productions and music videos, showcasing her versatility and creativity. Her passion for dance and dedication to her craft has made her a household name, inspiring countless individuals worldwide to pursue their dreams and never give up on their aspirations.

Quick Info

Real NameKym Johnson HerjavecNick NameKymProfessionDancer, Choreographer, Model, Tv PersonalityDate of Birth4 August 1976Age (as of 2023)46 years old Birth PlaceSydney, AustraliaZodiac SignLeoNationalityAustralian

Birth And Early Life

Kym Herjavec was born in Sydney, Australia, on August 4, 1976. She grew up in the suburb of Cronulla and began dancing at a young age. Her love for dance was instilled in her by her mother, a ballroom dancer. Kym trained in ballet, jazz, and tap before discovering her passion for ballroom dancing.

Family

Kym Herjavec's parents are Croatian immigrants who moved to Australia before she was born. She has two siblings, a brother and a sister. Kym is also a proud mother to twins, a boy and a girl, born in 2018. FatherNot knownMotherNot knownHusbandRobert Herjavec (m. 2016)Children2

Education

Kym Herjavec completed her schooling in Sydney, Australia, and pursued a degree in dance at the University of New South Wales.

Career In Dance

Kym Herjavec's career in dance began when she was only 13 years old. She competed in various dance competitions and won several titles, including the Australian Ballroom Championships. In 2001, she moved to London to further her career and began dancing with the prestigious dance troupe "Burn the Floor." She toured with the group for several years, performing in countries worldwide. In 2006, Kym Herjavec was invited to join the cast of the American television show "Dancing with the Stars." She debuted in the show's third season and quickly became a fan favourite. Kym has since appeared in 14 seasons of the show, winning the competition twice, in seasons nine and twelve. She has also appeared as a professional dancer and judge on the Australian version of the show "Dancing with the Stars Australia." Kym has also worked as a choreographer for various productions, including the hit Broadway musical "Burn the Floor" and the music video for Justin Bieber's hit song "Somebody to Love."

Awards And Recognitions

Kym Herjavec has received several awards and recognitions throughout her career, including: - Two wins on "Dancing with the Stars" (seasons nine and twelve) - A nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Choreography for her work on "Dancing with the Stars." - The Dance Award for Best Choreography for her work on "Burn the Floor" in 2008

Brand Endorsement

Kym Herjavec has endorsed several brands throughout her career, including Skechers, Lady Foot Locker, and Venus Swimwear.

Kym Herjavec's Net Worth

As of 2023, Kym Herjavec's net worth is estimated to be around $6 million.

Physical Stats & More

Kym Herjavec is known for her stunning physical appearance. She stands at 5'7" (170 cm) tall and weighs around 123 lbs (56 kg). Her body measurements are 35-25-36 inches (89-64-91 cm), and she has a slim and toned body type. Kym has blonde hair and blue eyes, which complement her overall look. Height (approx.)5 ft 7 in / 170 cmWeight (approx.)123 lb / 56 kgBody Measurements 35-25-36 inches (89-64-91 cm)Breast Size 35 in / 89 cmWaist Size 25 in / 64 cmHips Size36 in / 91 cmBra Size40BCup SizeBFigureHourglassEyes ColorBrownHair ColorBlondeNatural Breasts or Implants NaturalShoe Size 7 US

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Kym Herjavec has been married twice. Her first marriage was to Australian cricketer Shane Watson, which ended in divorce in 2008. In 2016, she married Robert Herjavec, a businessman and investor known for his appearances on the TV show "Shark Tank." The couple met when Kym was a contestant on "Dancing with the Stars," They have been together ever since. In 2018, Kym and Robert welcomed twins, a boy and a girl, into their family.

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Kym Herjavec is active on Instagram and has over 300k followers. She often shares photos and videos of her family and behind-the-scenes glimpses of her life as a dancer and choreographer.

Things Kym Herjavec Loves

- Favourite colour: Pink - Favourite food: Sushi - Favourite movie: Dirty Dancing - Favourite holiday destination: Hawaii - Favourite dance style: Cha-cha

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20 Amazing Facts About Kym Herjavec

- Kym Herjavec is fluent in Croatian. - She started dancing at the age of three. - Kym's mother was her dance teacher when she was young. - She has a degree in dance from the University of New South Wales. - Kym has won several dance competitions throughout her career. - She has appeared in 14 seasons of "Dancing with the Stars." - Kym has choreographed for several productions, including the hit Broadway musical "Burn the Floor." - She has worked with several famous musicians, including Justin Bieber and Jennifer Lopez. - Kym has been featured in several magazines, including Maxim and People. - She has her own line of dancewear. - Kym has a passion for fitness and regularly works out. - She is a trained pilates instructor. - Kym has been a judge on the Australian version of "Dancing with the Stars." - She is a proud mother to twins, a boy and a girl. - Kym has been married twice, first to Australian cricketer Shane Watson and then to businessman and investor Robert Herjavec. - She and Robert met when Kym was a contestant on "Dancing with the Stars." - Kym and Robert appeared on a "Celebrity Family Feud" episode in 2019. - She is an ambassador for the charity organization Endometriosis Australia. - Kym has her own podcast, "Burning Up with Kym Herjavec." - She is an advocate for mental health awareness.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kym Herjavec

Who is Kym Herjavec?Kym Herjavec is an Australian professional ballroom dancer and choreographer who has appeared on the American television show "Dancing with the Stars."How old is Kym Herjavec?Kym Herjavec was born on August 4, 1976, which makes her 46 years old as of 2023.Has Kym Herjavec won "Dancing with the Stars"?Yes, Kym Herjavec has won "Dancing with the Stars" twice, in seasons nine and twelve.Who is Kym Herjavec married to?Kym Herjavec is married to businessman and investor Robert Herjavec.How many children does Kym Herjavec have?Kym Herjavec has two children, a boy and a girl, who were born in 2018.What is Kym Herjavec's net worth?As of 2023, Kym Herjavec's net worth is estimated to be around $6 million.What other television shows have Kym Herjavec appeared on?Aside from "Dancing with the Stars," Kym has also appeared on "So You Think You Can Dance Australia," "Australia's Got Talent," and "Strictly Come Dancing."What is Kym Herjavec's dance background?Kym Herjavec started dancing at three and trained in various styles, including ballet, jazz, and ballroom. She has won several dance competitions throughout her career and has a degree in dance from the University of New South Wales.What is Kym Herjavec's podcast about?Kym Herjavec's podcast, "Burning Up with Kym Herjavec," covers various topics, including dance, fitness, mental health, and motherhood.Has Kym Herjavec ever been a judge on "Dancing with the Stars"?Yes, Kym Herjavec has been a guest judge on several episodes of "Dancing with the Stars" in both the Australian and American versions of the show. Read the full article

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