Cassie Ventura Breaks Silence Over Diddy Video, Train Bassist Charlie Colin Dead at 58, IndyCar Champ Josef Newgarden Announces Release of Children’s Book

Cassie Ventura shows gratitude for support received following release of Diddy assault footage
Ventura broke her silence nearly a week after footage of the assault went public. She took to Instagram to thank her friends, family, and everyone who has shown her support and expressed the importance of believing victims. She writes, “I offer my hand to those that are still living in fear. Reach out to your people, don’t cut them off. No one should carry this weight alone. This healing journey is never ending, but this support means everything to me.”

Former Train bassist Charlie Colin dies at 58
The musician’s death was reported as a “freak accident” having passed away after slipping in the shower. At the time of his death, Colin was house sitting for a friend in Brussels. He was later found when his friends returned to the home. Colin was a founding member of Train, which formed in the mid 90’s, and remained the band’s bassist until his departure in 2003.

IndyCar champion racing driver Josef Newgarden to release children’s book
The book titled “Josef’s BIG Dream” follows Newgarden in the realization of his own dream of racing through his success in winning the Indy 500. The book, which is now available for pre-sale, will encourage young readers to work hard in pursuing their own dreams. The champion racer collaborated with his wife Ashley, as well as author Andy Amendola to write the story, which will also feature illustrations by Wei Ren.

In today’s birthday news:
Actress Joan Collins turns 91, comedian/TV host Drew Carey 66, author Mitch Albom 66, singer Jewel 50, Jeopardy host Ken Jennings 50, actress Kelly Monaco 48, and director Ryan Coogler 38.