Us Weekly’s Top Stories: Patrick Muldoon’s Death, Christina Applegate Breaks Silence on Health, More

Here’s a rundown of Us Weekly‘s top stories making headlines in celebrity news, sports and entertainment on April 20, 2026. Here are key takeaways:

• Patrick Muldoon dies at 57: Actor Patrick Muldoon, known for his roles on Days of Our Lives and in Starship Troopers, died following a heart attack on April 19, 2026. Friends described him as “endlessly generous,” and at the time of his death he was executive producer on the upcoming film Kockroach, starring Chris Hemsworth and Taron Egerton.

• Christina Applegate speaks out after hospitalization report: Christina Applegate broke her silence on Instagram on Monday, writing, “Health issues are a constant for me, but I’m a strong chick and I’m getting stronger and better every day.” TMZ had reported on April 16 that the actress, who went public with her multiple sclerosis diagnosis in August 2021, was admitted to the hospital in late March.

• Joseph Duggar’s wife Kendra sides with his family after arrest: A source told Us Weekly exclusively that Kendra Duggar is “totally” siding with the Duggars and “not her family” after husband Joseph Duggar was arrested in March amid accusations of sexual abuse. Kendra’s parents, the Caldwells, posted a statement saying they are “devastated for the young girl” and have launched a GoFundMe to cover moving and housing costs.

Edited by Samantha Benitz. Story produced with AI assistance