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All 13 Star Trek Movies Are Free to Stream Starting This Week — Here's How to Watch
For anyone who grew up being, well, a Star Trek nerd like me, the price for watching all the Trek movies just dropped to zero . Beginning Friday, August 14, Pluto TV launches a dedicated Star Trek pop-up that turns the free, ad-supported service into a six-decade tour of the final frontier.
The pop-up brings together seven live channels timed to count down to Star Trek Day on September 8, the date the original series first aired on NBC in 1966 and the franchise’s official 60th anniversary. Five of the channels are dedicated to the classic broadcast series: The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, and Enterprise. Those series feeds have long served as free entry points to decades of episodes, from the 1966 original through the Scott Bakula-led prequel. Two more channels are built around the films.
The centerpiece for movie fans is Star Trek: The Motion Pictures, a channel streaming all 13 theatrical films live and on demand, from 1979’s Star Trek: The Motion Picture through 2016’s Star Trek Beyond. That run covers the six original-cast films led by William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy, the four Next Generation features with Patrick Stewart, and the three Kelvin-timeline reboots starring Chris Pine. A companion channel, Star Trek en Español, carries the identical slate in Spanish, widening access for a bigger audience.
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Those two new movie channels expand a Star Trek presence that already lived on the Paramount-owned service through the five series feeds. Because the films also stream on demand, fans can pick a single title instead of waiting for it to cycle on the linear channel. The service works through web browsers, iOS and Android devices, streaming sticks, PlayStation and Xbox consoles, and smart TVs from Sony, LG, Vizio, and Hisense.
Fans may be wanting to revisit old Trek just now. Star Trek has no new series or films in active production, and Strange New Worlds is moving toward a shortened final season, which leaves the anniversary leaning on archives rather than fresh episodes. The newer Paramount+ shows, including Discovery, Picard, Lower Decks, Prodigy, Strange New Worlds, and Starfleet Academy, are not part of the pop-up, and neither is The Animated Series. The focus stays on the eras that built the fanbase across broadcast television and the big screen.
There is one catch worth noting. The category is scheduled to run through Star Trek Day on September 8, though some reporting indicates the channels and content will linger later into the month before coming down. Fans who want to work through all 13 films, or leave a Star Trek channel running the way earlier generations left the show on after school, have a defined window to do it. Six decades of Starfleet history are free to stream for the length of the celebration.
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1972 Soft Rock Song, Covered by Johnny Cash, Became a Career-Defining No. 1 Hit
When Neil Young released “Heart of Gold” in 1972, he was already respected as one of rock’s finest songwriters. What he couldn’t have known was that the gentle acoustic ballad would become the biggest hit of his career and eventually earn the admiration of another music legend, Johnny Cash.
Written during sessions for Young’s landmark album Harvest, “Heart of Gold” came together at an unexpected moment.
After a back injury temporarily prevented him from playing electric guitar, Young turned to acoustic instruments and stripped-back arrangements.
“I was in and out of hospitals for the two years between After The Gold Rush and Harvest,” Young told Rolling Stone in 1975. “My discs slipped. I couldn’t hold my guitar up. That’s why I sat down on my whole solo tour. I couldn’t move around too well, so I laid low for a long time on the ranch and just didn’t have any contact, you know. I wore a brace [and] I recorded most of Harvest in the brace. That’s a lot of the reason it’s such a mellow album. I couldn’t physically play an electric guitar.”
It was during that time Young wrote Heart of Gold, a deeply personal song about searching for authenticity and connection, featuring memorable harmonica passages and harmony vocals from James Taylor and Linda Ronstadt.
“We were sat on the couch in the control room, but I had to get up on my knees to be on the same level as James because he’s so tall,” Ronstadt later told Mojo. “Then we sang all night, the highest notes I could sing. It was so hard, but nobody minded. It was dawn when we walked out of the studio.”
The recording resonated almost immediately.
Released as the lead single from Harvest, “Heart of Gold” climbed to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the only chart-topping single of Young’s career. It also reached the top of the charts in Canada and helped propel Harvest to become the best-selling album in the United States in 1972, firmly establishing Young as one of the defining singer-songwriters of his generation.
Its influence continued to grow long after its initial success.
Artists from a wide range of genres have recorded their own interpretations of “Heart of Gold,” but one of the most notable came from Johnny Cash, who covered the song during the later years of his remarkable career. Cash’s rich, weathered voice brought a different emotional perspective to Young’s lyrics, demonstrating how the song’s themes of hope and self-discovery could resonate across generations and musical styles.
That ability to connect with listeners has helped “Heart of Gold” remain one of Young’s signature compositions.
Its timeless melody, introspective lyrics, and universal message continue to make it a staple of classic rock radio and one of the most beloved songs in his catalog. More than five decades later, it remains the benchmark against which many of Young’s greatest recordings are measured.
“I’d happened to be in the right place at the right time to do a really mellow record that was really open because that’s where my life was at the time,” Young later recalled. “I was in love when I made Harvest. So that was it. I was an in-love and on-top-of-the-world type of guy.”
Fifty-four years after its release, “Heart of Gold” continues to shine as one of rock’s defining soft rock classics. From becoming Neil Young’s only No. 1 hit to being embraced by Johnny Cash, the 1972 song has proven that a heartfelt search for something genuine never goes out of style.
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Barnes & Noble Launches Massive Summer Sale With Hundreds of Books 50% Off
Barnes & Noble is giving readers a very good reason to make some extra room on their bookshelves before summer comes to an end.
The bookseller has officially brought back its popular Book Haul sale, offering 50% off hundreds of hardcover books both in stores and online for a limited time.
The massive summer sale is underway now and runs through Sept. 7, with bestselling fiction, fantasy favorites, celebrity memoirs and more included in the promotion.
“You’ve waited long enough: Book Haul is back,” Barnes & Noble announced in an email promoting the sale, adding that the discounted titles are available “while supplies last.”
Barnes & Noble’s Book Haul Sale Includes Hundreds of Books for 50% OffSome particularly big titles are included in this year’s Book Haul, with several recent bestsellers and Barnes & Noble exclusives marked down by half.
Dan Brown’s “The Secret of Secrets,” the latest installment in his Robert Langdon series, is currently marked down from $38 to $19, while Thomas Schlesser’s “Mona’s Eyes,” Barnes & Noble’s 2025 Book of the Year, is $15, down from $30.
Other deals include Jon Meacham’s “American Struggle: Democracy, Dissent, and the Pursuit of a More Perfect Union,” also marked down from $38 to $19, and the deluxe limited edition of Callie Hart’s “Brimstone,” available for $16.50 instead of $33.
Lauren Roberts’ Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition of “Fearful: A Powerless Story” is $8.49, down from $16.99, while the exclusive edition of “Puzzle Mania!: Wordle, Connections, Spelling Bee, Minis and More!” from The New York Times Games and Joel Fagliano is half price at $19.
And books aren’t the only things getting major markdowns during Book Haul.
Barnes & Noble’s Summer Sale Includes NOOK, LEGO, Magazines and MoreBarnes & Noble is offering several additional promotions alongside the hardcover sale, including $50 off any NOOK tablet.
Shoppers can also buy one Collectible Edition and get another for 50% off, while select LEGO sets are 25% off.
In Barnes & Noble stores, all magazines are part of a buy-one-get-one-50%-off promotion, and select CDs are 30% off.
Barnes & Noble Rewards and Premium Members can earn Stamps on qualifying purchases during Book Haul as well. Every 10 Stamps earns a $5 reward.
The retailer notes that the 50% hardcover Book Haul discount cannot be combined with the Premium Member discount.
With hundreds of books included and several additional promotions running at the same time, the sale gives shoppers plenty to browse before fall reading season arrives. But anyone eyeing a particular title may not want to wait until Sept. 7, as Barnes & Noble says Book Haul deals are available only while supplies last.
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’80s Supergroup Behind ‘Heat of the Moment’ Returns With New Rock Song From First Album in 12 Years
Legendary rock supergroup behind some of the ’80s biggest hits, including “Heat of the Moment,” “Don’t Cry,” and “Only Time Will Tell,” Asia is back with more new music. Following the release of the leading single, “The Traveler (Into the Light),” from their forthcoming album, the band is giving fans another sneak peek at the color of Indigo.
Dropped Aug. 12, “Echo of You” is a spacey, electronica-focused production, initially written by keyboardist Geoff Downes and bassist Harry Whitley. An uplifting tune with a twist, the track taps into a deep personal connection and preserves the group’s nostalgic arena rock sound while adding modern polish.
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View this post on Instagram“Echo of You” follows the lead single, “The Traveler (Into the Light),” released July 6. An energetic arena rock anthem, the track captures the spirit of ’80s rock while standing out as a melodic progressive rock gem.
“The first track off the album is a high-energy piece, with a few elements of prog trickery but retaining the accessible chorus block, which was always a signature of Asia’s music,” Downes, who also wrote this song with Whitley, said, per the band’s official website. “It’s a song of great optimism, mainly about looking forward to the future and traveling ‘into the light.’ Play it loud!”
According to the band, their 14th studio album, Indigo, bridges the future, present, and past, honoring the iconic supergroup’s legacy while also crafting a new chapter over 15 tracks and one bonus song. Featuring the supergroup’s new lineup, consisting of Downes and Whitley, alongside Virgil Donati and John Mitchell, the album is set for a Nov. 6 release through Frontiers Music Srl. Pre-order is now available.
Writing the forthcoming album began in 2015, following the release of Gravitas in 2014. Downes shared that he and John Wetton, one of the band’s founding members and former lead vocalist, started putting ideas together before Wetton became ill. Tragically, Wetton passed away in 2017, with Downes planning to finish the record in Wetton’s name.
Tributes to the late rocker are seen and heard throughout Indigo, notably in “Tattoo Indigo (Parts 2 & 3)” and “Chesapeake Bay,” which grew out of the final writing sessions between Downes and the late Wetton. His presence is further celebrated in the tonsils of Harry Whitley, whose lead vocalist sound and phrasing evoke Wetton, according to the band.
Formed in 1981, Asia brought together members and former members of Yes, The Buggles, King Crimson, and Emerson, Lake & Palmer, creating one of rock’s most celebrated supergroups. Making their debut in 1982 with their self-titled album, they hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and sold more than 4 million copies.
Asia remains one of the most iconic supergroups of all time—and longest-standing. The band is still active, touring and performing shows. Though, currently, there’s no standard global or regional tour scheduled, Asia is confirmed to perform live on the Cruise to the Edge, sailing April 2 to 8, next year.
'Batman' Legend, One of Two Surviving Stars of the '60s Series, Turns 93
In 1966, Batman exploded onto television and turned its colorful cast of heroes and villains into pop culture icons. Six decades later, only a handful of the stars most closely associated with the beloved series are still alive.
On Aug. 16, Julie Newmar, who originated the role of Catwoman on the series, celebrates her 93rd birthday.
Newmar appeared as the feline villain in 13 episodes of Batman across its first two seasons, opposite Adam West’s Batman and Burt Ward’s Robin. She became so closely identified with the character that her take on Catwoman remains one of the defining portrayals of the DC Comics villain.
Today, Newmar and Ward, 81, are the only two last surviving major stars of the 1966 series. West died in 2017 at 88, while other familiar faces from the show, including Yvonne Craig, Cesar Romero, Burgess Meredith and Frank Gorshin, have also died.
Newmar was already an accomplished performer long before she slipped into Catwoman’s famous catsuit.
Born Julia Chalene Newmeyer on Aug. 16, 1933, in Los Angeles, Newmar began dancing as a child and was performing as a prima ballerina with the Los Angeles Opera by age 15.
She appeared as a dancer in films including The Band Wagon and Demetrius and the Gladiators before landing the role of Dorcas in the 1954 musical Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Broadway followed, including appearances in Silk Stockings and Li’l Abner.
In 1958, Newmar originated the role of Katrin Sveg in The Marriage-Go-Round, winning the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play. She later reprised the role for the 1961 movie and earned a Golden Globe nomination.
Television ultimately brought Newmar her most famous role. She first appeared as Catwoman during Batman’s debut season in 1966 and returned for the second season.
Newmar revealed in a June 2026 interview with The Guardian that she hadn’t even heard of Batman when the opportunity came her way. She was preparing to go to dinner when she received a call about playing Catwoman, and it was her younger brother, then visiting from Harvard, who convinced her to take the job.
“‘Batman!’ he said. ‘We stop all our studies and watch that every Wednesday … Hey, sister, out the door, get on the plane, get the script, do it.'”
Newmar also put her own stamp on Catwoman’s look. Her background as a dancer helped her develop the character’s feline movements, and she told The Guardian that she “adopted two cats in order to watch their physical behaviour.” She also altered the costume herself, lowering the belt to her hips and taking in the outfit until, as she put it, “it was like liquorice poured over the body; it fit that well.”
The costume eventually became part of the Smithsonian Institution’s collection.
Lee Meriwether stepped into the role for the 1966 Batman feature film, while Eartha Kitt portrayed Catwoman during the show’s third and final season.
But Newmar wasn’t finished with Selina Kyle.
A remarkable 50 years after first playing Catwoman, she returned to voice the character in the 2016 animated movie Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders. She reprised the role once more in 2017’s Batman vs. Two-Face, reuniting with West and Ward for another adventure inspired by their original series.
Newmar accumulated an impressive list of television credits outside Gotham City.
She appeared on The Twilight Zone, The Beverly Hillbillies, The Monkees, Get Smart, Bewitched, Columbo, The Bionic Woman, Fantasy Island and The Love Boat, among many others. She also played Eleen in the 1967 Star Trek episode “Friday’s Child.”
In 1992, she appeared in the music video for George Michael’s “Too Funky.” Three years later, her place in pop culture was immortalized right in the title of the movie To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, in which she made a cameo as herself.
Newmar’s interests also extended well beyond acting. In the 1970s, she became an inventor, receiving multiple U.S. patents for designs involving pantyhose and bras. She also studied real estate at UCLA and became a successful real estate investor, following in the footsteps of her parents.
More than 70 years after her earliest screen appearances and 60 years after she first prowled onto television screens as Catwoman, Newmar remains indelibly connected to one of the most famous characters in the Batman universe.
And at 93, she’s one of the precious few remaining links to the television phenomenon that first brought Gotham City into millions of American living rooms.
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Adam Scott Says His Daughter’s Acting Class Watched His Failed ‘Office’ Audition
Parents can teach you what to do and what not to do. In the case of Adam Scott’s daughter, it’s the latter. Turns out, even famous parents can mortify their kids just like the rest of us.
The Severance star recently shared a hilarious story about his daughter, who was taking part in an acting program in New York this summer while Scott was in the city filming Season 3 of the series. As reported by PEOPLE, during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Scott explained that one of his daughter’s teachers decided to show the class his audition for The Office. There was just one problem: Scott didn’t get the part.
The teacher followed Scott’s audition with John Krasinski’s successful audition for the role of Jim Halpert and asked the students to discuss why Krasinski got the job and Scott didn’t. “He had no idea,” Scott said. Although he could appreciate the absurdity of the situation, his daughter apparently wanted to disappear. “She was mortified,” he said.
Things got even more awkward when after class, the teacher stopped her and asked whether she knew either actor. He eventually put together the connection between her last name and Scott and realized exactly whose audition he’d just used as an example. According to Scott, the teacher “felt terrible.”
But perhaps his daughter can take some comfort in knowing that her dad’s career turned out well anyway. Krasinski went on to play Jim on The Office from 2005 to 2013, while Scott found another beloved workplace comedy in Parks and Recreation, where he played Ben Wyatt alongside Amy Poehler.
And Scott has apparently experienced another very relatable parent problem: his own kids aren’t particularly interested in watching some of his biggest shows. He’s previously joked that his children watched The Office and Brooklyn Nine-Nine but somehow skipped Parks and Recreation, despite his repeated assurances that they’d love it.
They eventually started watching Severance, giving Scott the consolation that he could “at least” count them as viewers. So yes, even when your dad is Adam Scott, he can still embarrass you in front of your classmates. Maybe that’s the great equalizer of parenthood.
‘I’m an Oncologist—This Is the First Symptom I’d Never Ignore in Someone Under 40'
Cancer is often considered something that “only” affects the elderly. The median age for a first cancer diagnosis is 67 years, though averages vary by cancer type. However, cancer can strike anyone of any age. Sobering recent data showed that the rate of people under 50 developing cancer increased nearly 80% from 1990 to 2019, and deaths from these cancers rose by almost 28% over the same period.
Enough doom. The good news is that modern medicine has come a long way in recent decades, and early detection can be life-saving. But one oncologist stresses you’ll want to be aware of common cancer symptoms, such as a lump, unexplained weight loss, ongoing fatigue or changes in bowel or bladder habits.
“Some cancers cause symptoms, while others don’t, especially in their earliest stages,” states Dr. Joshua G. Cohen, MD, FACOG, FACS, the medical director of the Gynecologic Cancer Program at City of Hope Orange County. “This is true for several types of gynecologic cancer, including ovarian cancer and early-stage cervical cancers. Pay attention to unusual changes in your body, and keep up with routine gynecologic exams and recommended cancer screenings.”
Dr. Cohen emphasizes that early screenings are more effective for catching cancer early than watching and waiting for symptoms to develop. Common cancer screenings include mammograms, cervical cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening or lung cancer screening for people at higher risk. But eligibility depends on age and risk factors, and not every cancer has a screening test.
“So, let your healthcare provider know about symptoms that are persistent, unexplained or simply don’t seem right,” he tells Parade. As an oncologist, Dr. Cohen stresses that there’s one symptom he tells people under 40 to never ignore. Here’s what to know.
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The First Symptom an Oncologist Would Never Ignore in Someone Under 40Dr. Cohen is begging people under 40 not to brush off unexplained bleeding, as it can be a symptom of several types of cancer.
“Cancer can cause bleeding in several ways,” he tells Parade. “A tumor may grow into nearby tissue or damage blood vessels, and some tumors develop fragile blood vessels that bleed easily.”
Dr. Cohen notes that where the bleeding occurs can be an important clue for oncologists. For instance, in colorectal cancer, blood appears in the stool. Black, tar-like stools can also be a sign of stomach or esophageal cancer, which can also cause a person to vomit blood.
“Colorectal cancer often shows up as blood in or on the stool or black, tar-like stools,” he says. “With bladder or kidney cancer, blood in the urine may appear pink, red or brown. In cervical or uterine cancer, you may notice abnormal vaginal bleeding, especially between periods, after sex or after menopause. Lung cancer can cause a person to start coughing up blood or blood-streaked mucus.”
Blood cancers, such as leukemia, can cause unexplained bleeding for different reasons. “They can reduce healthy platelets, the blood cells that help stop bleeding, leading to easy bruising, bleeding gums or frequent nosebleeds,” Dr. Cohen reports.
While routine screening saves lives—and you should attend any that you are eligible for—Dr. Cohen says that if you notice blood in the stool before age 45, you should get a colonoscopy rather than wait for the recommended age.
“Many cancers are first discovered because the patient notices that something just isn’t right,” he explains. “I encourage patients not to dismiss a symptom simply because they think they’re too young to have cancer. While cancer is less common in younger adults, it can occur at any age. Abnormal bleeding always deserves an explanation, and you should seek this out with your medical team.”
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Is Unexplained Bleeding Always a Cancer Sign?No, unexplained bleeding could ultimately have many causes, and not all of them are cancer. In fact, Dr. Cohen says cancer is not the most likely cause. Depending on where the bleeding occurs, it could be due to:
- Hemorrhoids
- Urinary tract infections
- Kidney stones
- Stomach ulcers
- Hormonal changes
- Fibroids
- Blood-thinning medications
That said, these causes of unexplained bleeding also warrant attention from a medical doctor. A good rule of thumb: “Persistent or unexplained bleeding should always be evaluated,” Dr. Cohen says.
Related: ‘I’m an Oncologist—This Is the First Body Change I’d Never Ignore’
What To Do if You Notice Unexplained BleedingWhile most cases of abnormal bleeding aren’t cancer, Dr. Cohen stresses it’s important to speak with your medical team. “Bleeding that is associated with symptoms such as pain, fatigue or unexplained weight loss are especially concerning,” he says. “Your doctor will review your symptoms, perform an examination and may order tests.”
The good news is that cancer treatment has come a long way, and the earlier you catch it, the better. “In cases of gynecologic cancer, earlier diagnosis often means more treatment options, and today’s treatments are more personalized than ever, with gynecologic oncologists carefully tailoring care to each patient,” Dr. Cohen points out. “Treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy or hormone therapy.”
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Sources:- Age and Cancer Risk. National Cancer Institute.
- The rising tides of cancers among young adults. ESMO Open.
- Dr. Joshua G. Cohen, MD, FACOG, FACS, the medical director of the Gynecologic Cancer Program at City of Hope Orange County
1977 Rock Song, Produced by Todd Rundgren, Is Still a Powerful Hit 49 Years Later
At nearly 10 minutes long, “Bat Out of Hell” broke just about every rule for a hit rock song. Yet the Todd Rundgren-produced epic became the defining track of Meat Loaf’s career and helped launch one of music’s biggest-selling albums.
The song’s path to the studio was anything but straightforward.
Written by Jim Steinman, “Bat Out of Hell” combined theatrical storytelling, hard rock, and grandiose arrangements into a style unlike anything else on the radio. Many record labels rejected the project, unsure how to market its operatic scope. It wasn’t until Rundgren heard the material that the album finally found a champion.
Rundgren immediately understood Steinman’s vision.
“I knew who Meat Loaf was; I’d seen him in the Rocky Horror show on Broadway,” Rundgren told Billboard. “So I said ‘Okay, interesting enough, let’s listen to [the demo]’ — and the only way that they would demo the material was to do it live. They didn’t have a demo tape, or they didn’t want me to have a demo tape, because they thought that was not representative of what they were trying to do”
The producer agreed to work on the record and assembled many of the musicians who brought the songs to life, including members of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band. His energetic production embraced the album’s oversized sound rather than trying to scale it back, helping turn “Bat Out of Hell” into a cinematic rock spectacle.
“Meat Loaf was just plain weird. By the standards of the time, he was just a plain weird act,” Rundgren told Guitar World. “And every producer couldn’t figure out what to do with them because the songs were so long.”
Rundgren’s willingness to take a risk paid off in spectacular fashion.
Released in October 1977, Bat Out of Hell initially built momentum through relentless touring and word of mouth before becoming a worldwide phenomenon. The album has since sold more than 40 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling albums in history, while the title track became one of Meat Loaf’s signature performances and a staple of classic rock radio.
“One of the most mind-blowing moments in my life was watching Todd Rundgren play the guitar and do it in one take, and one take only,” Meat Loaf told Classic Rock Magazine in 2000 interview. “In 15 minutes he played the lead solo and then went back and did the harmony guitars at the beginning. The whole thing didn’t take him more than 45 minutes! Then Todd mixed the record in one night. He started at six o’clock and finished about four o’clock in the morning.”
The song’s influence has endured across generations.
Its thunderous guitars, dramatic vocals, and unforgettable storytelling have inspired countless artists, while its larger-than-life production helped redefine what a rock album could sound like. Decades later, “Bat Out of Hell” remains the song most closely associated with Meat Loaf’s remarkable career and with Steinman’s singular songwriting style.
Forty-nine years after its release, “Bat Out of Hell” continues to captivate listeners with the same theatrical energy that made it an instant classic. Guided by Todd Rundgren’s visionary production, the 1977 epic proved that taking creative risks can sometimes result in rock history.
Unseen ‘Big Brother’ Moment Goes Viral as Fans Lose It Over Mallory's Wild Performance
The Big Brother live feeds have delivered another viral moment.
Big Brother 28 houseguest Mallory Aurichio (aka Pipe Queen) is getting attention for an elaborate—and increasingly chaotic—improvised New York City sightseeing tour that was captured on the show’s live feeds and shared on Instagram Thursday, August 13.
Seated in an office chair, Mallory welcomed her fellow houseguests to “Mallory’s bus tour” before promising stops in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island. What began with some surprisingly legitimate Statue of Liberty trivia quickly went off the rails.
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While “driving” through Brooklyn, Mallory suddenly instructed her passengers, “Everybody get down,” before acting out a shooting and warning them about broken glass. The imaginary excursion continued and included a bank robbery, a stop for chopped cheese, a hurricane that became a tornado, dangerously sharp turns, and a passenger seemingly becoming infected with something.
“Thank you guys so much for joining the tour,” she eventually announced, finally bringing the three-minute journey to an end.
Fans of the show online were cracking up over the clip.
“It’s honestly so refreshing to see adults play like this. Screens have really robbed us of a lot of joy in life,” one Instagram user wrote.
“Mallory slowly turning the house into an improv troupe,” another said.
A third replied, “sad they didn’t show it in the episode, prob to make sure she doesent beat an icon for afp….”
“i love whatever’s wrong with her,” the official Big Brother account wrote.
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The 24-year-old New Jersey native works as a rocket scientist, though she entered the house planning to keep her impressive career a secret from her fellow contestants. “I think it puts a little bit of an unnecessary target on my back,” she said per the Big Brother wiki.
Six weeks into Big Brother 28, Mallory has managed to stay off the block during Yash Patel’s first reign as Head of Household. He instead nominated Angela Murray, Dee Valladares, and Haley “Thog” Thogmartin for eviction.
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Hobby Lobby's $12 Porch Decoration Adds a Sweet Welcoming Touch to Your Space
A cozy porch can be the perfect little respite to slow down, grab something cold to drink and stay awhile. And no, you don’t have to go full “Live, Laugh, Love” to create that kind of welcoming outdoor nook. A comfortable chair, a little table for drinks and snacks and maybe a few plants can go a long way toward making even a small porch feel like an extension of your living space.
Still, a touch of rustic charm never hurt anyone. I’m not saying you need to turn the space into a Cracker Barrel porch, but weathered wood, vintage-inspired accents and signs with a little personality can give the space that easygoing, come-on-over feeling. That’s part of the appeal of a cozy porch: It doesn’t have to be perfect to be inviting. A few thoughtful touches can make it the spot where friends naturally gather, neighbors stop to chat, and you somehow end up spending an hour longer than planned.
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If you have a little wall space to fill, the Porch Wood Wall Decor from Hobby Lobby might be just the thing to pull it all together. It has the right amount of rustic charm to make your outdoor space feel a little more welcoming without going overboard. Measuring 20.75 inches high by 16 inches wide, it has an easygoing, vintage-inspired shape and hangs from a scrolled metal hanger, which adds a little decorative detail that makes it feel right at home on a porch wall.
There are two hole cut-outs that make it easy to hang, and the relatively compact size means it can add personality without taking over the whole space. Just keep in mind that it’s recommended for use in a dry, covered or sheltered area, so it’s better suited to a protected porch than somewhere exposed to the elements.
While keeping in mind that everyone’s home design tastes are different, this sign has gone over big with Hobby Lobby shoppers.
“Perfect addition to my porch,” says a reviewer on the store’s website. “This is the second time I’ve purchased this item. The first one held up through many storms over the years.”
Again, this wall decor is meant to be hung in a covered area, but it’s nice to know it can withstand some interaction with rough weather, even if by accident.
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1960 Ballad, Covered by The Guess Who, Launched a 15-Year-Old Singer’s Career
Kathy Young wasn’t waiting for the stars to align. Just shy of 15 and still in ninth grade, she approached Indigo Records’ Jim Lee after a taping of Wink Martindale’s local television dance show in Los Angeles and introduced herself.
A week later, she was auditioning.
“Frankie Avalon was the star that day,” Young said in an interview via Classic Bands. “I saw this gentleman walking around, talking to all the artists, but he wasn’t actually with someone. … I walked straight up to him and said, ‘How do you make a record if you don’t know anyone and you don’t have any connections?’”
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That man was Lee, and that fateful chat in August 1960 set off a chain of events that led directly to Young recording and releasing “A Thousand Stars” weeks later.
A quintessential doo-wop ballad, the song featured Young’s soft and airy vocals backed by the polished sounds of The Innocents. By December, the track had climbed the Billboard Hot 100 all the way to the No. 3 spot, solidifying the 15-year-old as a bona fide star of her own and earning her the moniker the “Cinderella of Show Business.”
“Because I went from being a 14-year-old girl in the ninth grade in high school to overnight being a star on American Bandstand, I was Cinderella,” she said. “I went from one thing to another in a matter of weeks.”
Young traveled with Roy Orbison, The Everly Brothers, The Shirelles, Bo Diddley, Connie Francis, and so many more. Appearing on American Bandstand four times, she also received a Gold Record for “A Thousand Stars.”
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But Young wasn’t the only artist to find something special in “A Thousand Stars.” The song had already traveled a long way before it found its way into the hands of a teenager in Los Angeles, and its journey was far from over.
The track was first recorded by The Rivileers, a pioneering doo-wop group from New York, led by 18-year-old Eugene Pearson, who hoped his newly penned “A Thousand Stars” would be their big break. After recording a demo, Sol Rabinowitz, the future owner of Baton Records, heard it and believed in it so much that he invested his own money to get it recorded.
Released as a single in early 1954, the track was a gritty R&B street-corner ballad featuring Pearson’s soulful tenor, a heavy bassline, and professional jazz backing.
Though limited distribution kept The Rivileers’ original from becoming a national hit, “A Thousand Stars” became a regional success and major radio staple in major music hubs like Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago. Not to mention, caught the ear of Lee and Young six years later, whose cover was immensely successful.
More than a decade later, “A Thousand Stars” found an entirely different audience.
Following covers from several musicians, from Billy Fury and Linda Scott to Arthur Alexander and The Daughters of Eve, who all saw success with their own versions of the romantic ballad, The Guess Who delivered their own take on the ballad.
Known for chart-topping hits “American Woman,” “These Eyes,” and “No Time,” The Guess Who gave the song a decidedly rock ’n’ roll afterlife when they worked it into a live medley at a show at the Mobile Municipal Auditorium in August 1971. After rocking through “American Woman,” they transitioned into a loose cover of “A Thousand Stars,” before wrapping up with “Come On” and again “American Woman.”
One of the most famous homages, the live rendition has since become a legendary piece of classic rock history. And it all began with a ninth-grader who had the nerve to chase a dream.
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‘Brady Bunch’ Star Wanted to Be a Rock Star—And It’s Not Who You Think
When The Brady Bunch aired in the 1970s, eldest brother Greg Brady (Barry Williams) dreamed of being a rock star. Several episodes showcased the character’s songwriting and performing skills—and he even auditioned for a rock star act under the pseudonym Johnny Bravo.
But while Williams went on to perform in musical theater, in real life it was the littlest Brady who aspired to be a rock star.
In a new interview with Remind magazine, Susan Olsen, who played youngest sibling Cindy Brady on the ABC sitcom, revealed that she wanted to be a rock star more than an actor.
“[Becoming a rock star] was really what I was dreaming of,” Olsen, 65, told the outlet. “I did more dreaming than practicing. I think in my head I didn’t even consider being a filmmaker because I knew I was going to horrify my mother by becoming a rock star. So that was my ulterior motive. … So yeah, I was in bands and stuff when I was younger.”
In the interview, Olsen noted that she started as a guitar player but switched to bass. “And this was before bass became the token female position in the band,” she clarified.
Olsen noted that Emerson, Lake & Palmer and Chris Squire of Yes were her influences.
“I went to see Led Zeppelin in 1977 at the Forum and accepted Jimmy Page as my lord and savior,” she cracked. “I had not yet figured out that I was better off with bass, so I was still trying to be a lead guitarist. And oddly enough, when I go to learn other people’s stuff, it’s Chris Squire that I call. I don’t know any Led Zeppelin songs. It’s like my favorite band, but it’s just when it comes to actually playing, there are things that feel comfortable and things that don’t.”
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Olsen, who struggled with being typecast as a Brady, once credited rock stars for helping her realize that being part of The Brady Bunch was “cool.”
In 2025, she told People magazine that Black Crowes singer Chris Robinson was excited to meet her at an MTV event, while late Stone Temple Pilots singer Chester Bennington once told her his blended family reminded him of The Brady Bunch.
“Sebastian Bach set me straight,” Olsen added of Skid Row’s former lead singer. “He said to me, ‘Dude, you’re a part of people’s childhood, and you’re a good part. How could that ever be bad?’ He’s right. What could ever be bad about that?”
Olsen eventually found a career in graphic design and as a teacher at an acting school for kids.
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Legendary Music Critic and Author Who Chronicled Bruce Springsteen and Elvis Presley Dies at 76
Dave Marsh, the influential rock critic and biographer best known for his definitive account of Bruce Springsteen’s rise, died Friday, August 14, at his home in Norwalk, Connecticut. He was 76. A cause of death has not been reported, though he had reportedly been in declining health in recent years.
Born in Pontiac, Michigan, in 1950, Marsh grew up immersed in Detroit’s music scene, an influence that shaped his entire career. He became one of the founding editors of Creem magazine in 1969 after dropping out of Wayne State University, working alongside fellow critic Lester Bangs. He later moved to Newsday before landing at Rolling Stone, where he served as associate editor.
Marsh’s most lasting work came in 1979 with Born to Run: The Bruce Springsteen Story, the first major biography of the artist and a New York Times bestseller. He was an early champion of Springsteen’s music, writing about him in Creem before much of the critical world caught on, and he went on to write Rolling Stone‘s first Springsteen cover story. He revisited and expanded the book multiple times over the following decades.
Springsteen wasn’t his only subject. Marsh authored more than two dozen books over his career, including biographies of Elvis Presley and The Who, along with The Heart of Rock & Soul: The 1001 Greatest Singles Ever Made. In 1993, he shared a Grammy Award for his album notes on Aretha Franklin’s Queen of Soul.
In 2004, Marsh joined SiriusXM, hosting Kick Out the Jams for 19 years and helping launch E Street Radio. His longtime co-host, Jim Rotolo, confirmed his death in a social media post, writing simply, “Rest easy, Dave. Thank you for everything, my friend.”
Marsh’s influence reached beyond music criticism into activism, where he spent decades advocating for health care access, cancer research and social justice. Musician Tom Morello once called him “a tireless advocate of justice, human rights and rock ‘n’ roll.”
Marsh is survived by his wife, Barbara Carr, Springsteen’s longtime co-manager. He was predeceased by his daughters, Kristen Ann Carr and Sasha Carr.
Five Below's $5 Throwback Disney Channel Movie Tee Will Make You 'Strut Like You Mean It'
Early 2000s Disney Channel kids—assemble! If you watched the cable channel between 2000 and 2010, you know the chokehold its shows and original movies had on pop culture. The music, the dances, the clothes and the somehow relatable (albeit candy-colored) storylines made us all want to be a Disney Channel star at some point. I mean, if you currently don’t have FOMO over Hilary Duff’s recent tour, were you even a tween in 2001?
Now, in my humble opinion, The Cheetah Girls walked so High School Musical and Hannah Montana could run. A controversial opinion? Perhaps. But Galleria, Chanel, Aqua and Dorinda made a huge impact on Disney Channel audiences, first back in 2003, three whole years before the Wildcats stormed East High School in High School Musical. And, come to think of it, cheetahs and wildcats are both in the same biological family. So, yeah, there’s also that.
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The Cheetah Girls Graphic Tee, $5.55 at Five BelowFive Below
So let’s all take a minute to fawn over Five Below’s Cheetah Girls Graphic Tee, which features all four of the original stars—Raven-Symoné, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, Kiely Williams and Sabrina Bryan. Now you can find other throwback Cheetah Girls T-shirts at places like Target and Kohl’s, but they’re at least twice as expensive as Five Below’s $5.55 version (sometimes even three times that price).
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If you shop at Five Below every so often, you know the retailer loves to immortalize nostalgic fan-favorite movies and TV shows in various ways (it sells a great Jaws tote bag), so this isn’t the first time it’s dropped Cheetah Girls memorabilia. That said, it is the latest graphic tee featuring the beloved Disney Channel franchise, and it looks to be selling out fast.
And, hey, the original Cheetah Girls may live rent-free in your heart, but clearly the fan love is still going strong because a new generation is getting its turn to shine. The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen was recently greenlit by Disney Channel, with the story following four friends as they travel to Africa with Galleria and Chanel to volunteer at a wildlife sanctuary. Between navigating friendship drama, finding their voices and working together to save the preserve, the girls discover what it takes to own the stage as the next incarnation of Cheetah Girls.
I’m calling it now—”strut like you mean it” all the way up to the premiere.
The Painful Truth Behind Wondermind: Selena Gomez Fights Back Against Investor Lawsuit
Selena Gomez is pushing back against allegations of fraud tied to Wondermind, the mental health company she co-founded alongside her mother Mandy Teefey and former business partner Daniella Pierson.
“The allegations that Selena Gomez engaged in any way whatsoever in any purported ‘fraud’ or other wrongdoing are completely meritless, both factually and legally. We will vigorously defend these false allegations and indeed are filing a motion to dismiss the baseless claims against her,” Gomez’s litigator, Mathew S. Rosengart, told People in a statement.
Earlier this week, Wondermind SRS 44 LLC and Bespoke Wondermind LLC sued Gomez, Teefey, and Pierson. They claimed they were misinformed about the company’s success and Gomez’s involvement.
The lawsuit labeled Gomez as the co-founder, “chief impact officer,” and head of marketing. The investors claim they were led to believe the actress and singer would use her fame and large social media following to grow the company.
Allegedly, five investors put almost $1.2 million into the startup. They say they weren’t told that Wondermind was struggling and instead watched “for three years, while the Company quietly collapsed around them, not one of its founders, officers, or directors said a word to the investors whose money was funding the collapse,” the lawsuit claimed.
The investors are suing for securities fraud, common law fraud, breach of contract, as well as other claims. They aim to recover their original investment, in addition to damages and attorneys’ fees. They allege, “The partnerships did not exist. The initiatives never materialized. The app was never built.”
Teefey has yet to comment on the lawsuit. Pierson, who served as co-CEO alongside Teefey told The New York Times that she “categorically denies the allegations against her and welcomes the opportunity to present concrete documentation and financial records that establish the facts.”
1987 Pop-Rock Hit, Recorded by an All-Female Band, Was Originally a Paul Simon Folk Song
One of The Bangles most successful chart hits was actually written by folk music legend Paul Simon.
Before The Bangles recorded “Hazy Shade of Winter” in 1987, the song was originally recorded by Simon & Garfunkel. It was released as a single in 1966, with the title “A Hazy Shade of Winter,” and it was later included on their fourth studio album, Bookends, in 1968.
The Bangles’ version of the song was featured in the 1987 film Less Than Zero, and was even nominated for the American Film Institute’s 100 Years…100 Songs list in 2005, which recognized the top 100 movie songs of the 20th century.
The Bangles brought the song to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, an improvement from the song’s original performance as a Simon & Garfunkel folk track, when it peaked at No. 13. Lead singer Susanna Hoffs has even said that “Hazy Shade of Winter” is a staple of the band’s entire catalog.
“‘Hazy Shade of Winter’ came on one day. I thought I was a Simon & Garfunkel aficionado, but I, somehow, had missed that badass folk-rock song of theirs,” Hoffs said in a 2021 interview with Vulture. “I ran to our band rehearsal that night and was like, ‘We have to cover this song.’ It became a staple in the Bangles set for years and years.”
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“There’s something about the energy of the song,” she added. “We did a more rock-and-roll version of it, and I like how our voices are all layered together. It’s one of those Bangles songs that stands out because it has a weird history to it, but also it never fails to be fun to play live. We often open our set with it.”
For The Bangles, “Hazy Shade of Winter” was one of their most successful songs on the U.S. charts, behind their Hot 100 No. 1 hits “Eternal Flame” and “Walk Like an Egyptian.” Their 1986 track “Manic Monday,” which reached No. 2, was also originally written by a music legend: Prince. Ironically, The Bangles were blocked from hitting No. 1 with “Manic Monday” by one of Prince’s own songs, “Kiss.”
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Aerosoles’ ‘Comfortable’ Slip-On Clogs Are 64% Off and a Stylish Summer-to-Fall Shoe for Wide Feet
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There’s always that awkward stretch between summer and fall when the weather can’t quite decide what season it is. Your sandals still work for warm afternoons, but those first cool mornings have you reaching for more coverage. Then there are the days when boots feel like too much, sneakers don’t quite work with your outfit, and you want something that feels more substantial than flip-flops without completely abandoning the ease of summer shoes.
That’s where a good clog comes in, and the Aerosoles Lucca Footbed Buckle Clog makes a particularly chic case for the transition. Right now, Walmart has them marked down 64%, dropping the price from $69 to just $25. The closed-toe silhouette gives your feet more coverage for cooler days, while the knit upper and easy slip-on shape keep them feeling far less heavy than a traditional fall boot. They’re also a particularly appealing option for wider feet, thanks to their roomier shape.
Aerosoles Lucca Footbed Buckle Clog, $25 (was $69) at Walmart Shop at WalmartIf you’re the type of person who can’t resist a cozy sweater, these clogs have a similar appeal. The upper has a soft, tightly woven knit texture with a ribbed effect that adds dimension across the toe and vamp. A wide strap stretches across the foot and is finished with an oversized gold-tone buckle, giving the otherwise relaxed design a polished touch. The open back makes them easy to slip into, while the rounded toe keeps the shape roomy — an especially important feature for those with wide feet.
The “comfortable” details make these clogs just as practical as they are “stylish,” according to shoppers. A padded, molded footbed cushions the bottom of the foot while providing more structure than a basic mule, giving you a supportive base for everyday wear. The interior has a smooth synthetic lining that helps keep the foot comfortable and reduces rubbing. The raised 1-inch platform also makes these feel more like a true out-of-the-house shoe than a throw-on slide or slipper.
Aerosoles Lucca Footbed Buckle Clog, $25 (was $69) at Walmart Shop at WalmartUnderneath, the diamond flex outsole is made of flexible rubber and textured tread intended to provide traction without making the clog feel stiff or heavy. The combination of a cushioned footbed and flexible sole makes these particularly easy to reach for on days when you want the convenience of a slip-on without sacrificing support. And at $25, both the milky white and black options are a no-brainer for adding one — or, honestly, both — to your wardrobe.
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Walmart shoppers shared plenty of praise for this pair, with one reviewer noting that the insoles “form to your feet.” They also recommended the style for wider feet, while pointing out that “the strap can be tightened for narrower feet,” making the fit more flexible for different foot shapes.
Don’t put your sandals away just yet — but make room for one more fall-ready pair. Shop the Aerosoles Lucca Footbed Buckle Clog for $25 at Walmart while they’re 64% off!
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Popular Dog Food Recalled Due to Bacteria Causing Nausea and Bloody Diarrhea
Oma’s Pride is voluntarily recalling one lot of its dog food due to the potential risk of Salmonella contamination.
The Connecticut-based pet food company has taken Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe (Lot BB012729) off the shelves, according to a recall announcement posted to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration website on Wednesday, August 12.
The company initiated the recall after the FDA received a complaint and took a sample of the dog food that tested positive for Salmonella. Oma’s Pride is “continuing with their investigation to determine the source and root cause of the contamination,” according to the FDA website. So far, three illnesses have been reported.
The affected frozen raw dog food came in 6-pound gusseted bags, each with 12 individually wrapped, 8-ounce vacuum-sealed portions. The product was distributed to retailers and wholesalers in Arizona, California, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
Salmonella can affect animals through consuming infected products, but humans are also at risk of illness from handling contaminated food. According to the FDA, the risk is greater if humans do not thoroughly wash their hands after touching the contaminated product.
Salmonella is a bacterial illness that affects the intestinal tract, according to the Mayo Clinic. Humans are most often at risk after ingesting contaminated water or food. Common symptoms include fever, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), nausea, vomiting, headache, chills, and abdominal pain.
Infected persons typically develop symptoms within 8 to 72 hours of exposure. Healthy people’s symptoms usually improve after several days to a week on their own.
Animals with Salmonella experience similar symptoms. Pets may be lethargic, have diarrhea (sometimes bloody), fever, and vomiting, according to the FDA. They may also not show signs of illness but be carriers and infect other animals or humans.
If your pet has consumed the Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe and has any signs of infection, the FDA urges you to contact your veterinarian.
Lamar Odom Walks Back Comment He Married Khloe Kardashian for Clout
Lamar Odom’s Netflix documentary Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom exposed a few revelations from the NBA champion’s point of view that left some viewers giving him the side-eye. One major area of discussion was his whirlwind courtship and marriage to Khloe Kardashian. In one scene, one of Odom’s friends alleged that Odom confessed he married Kardashian for clout, as her family’s empire was expanding and afforded him access that even being a Laker did not.
Kardashian slammed him in an episode of her Khloe in Wonder Land podcast, vowing to never speak of her relationship with Odom again, and reminding him that she did him a favor by participating in the documentary overall. In a recent appearance on the Nothing’s Off the Table podcast, Odom said the idea that he married Kardashian for clout is untrue.
“That wasn’t it at all. I fell in love with a young, beautiful woman,” Odom insists. “At the time, I can’t really help it that our lives, the way they emerged, were so glorious that people can’t really understand how I fu–ked it up. But I was thinking and moving like an addict.”
Odom also received backlash for saying Kardashian didn’t save him and help nurse him back to health after his near-fatal 2015 overdose. In an interview with Today, Odom said boldly, “God saved me.”
Fans will recall that Odom and Kardashian met and married within 30 days. Odom was heavily featured on the family’s reality show, and they even had a two-season spinoff. But after four years of marriage riddled with infidelity, trauma, and drug use on Odom’s part, Kardashian filed for divorce. Their divorce dragged on and was halted once Odom nearly died of a near-fatal overdose. Following Odom’s relapse in 2017, she filed for divorce a final time, and they didn’t speak for nearly a decade.
'Bachelorette' Fan Favorite Engaged to Girlfriend After 2 Years of Dating
Bachelorette star Tyler Cameron is engaged to Tate Madden after two years of dating!
“Better late than never they say,” Cameron, 33, wrote on Instagram on Saturday, Aug. 15, sharing photos from his proposal to Madden, 32, on the beach at Florida’s Little Palm Island.
View this post on InstagramSeveral members of Bachelor Nation were quick to congratulate the couple in the comment section.
“🥹 YAYYYY! Congrats to you both!!!!! Perfect match!!! 💗🙌🏾,” wrote Tayshia Adams.
“congrats you two ❤️ sending so much love,” said Colton Underwood.
“CONGRATULATIONS!!!! So happy for y’all! ❤️❤️❤️,” added Becca Tilley.
Cameron and Madden began dating in 2024 after meeting through a mutual friend. Madden was initially hired to work for the reality star on social media before their professional relationship turned romantic.
“I think she is everything that I’ve ever wanted in somebody,” Cameron told Us Weekly in May 2025, hinting that a proposal may be on the horizon. “She is also my best friend on top of that. I think that’s all a good recipe right there.”
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Cameron first rose to fame on Hannah Brown‘s season of The Bachelorette in 2019, where he placed second. Brown got engaged to Jed Wyatt during the season finale, but the pair ultimately called it quits after it was revealed that Wyatt had a girlfriend back home.
Brown and Cameron briefly gave their relationship a second chance after the season ended, but their romance came to a screeching halt after Cameron was spotted with supermodel Gigi Hadid. The former couple later reconnected as friends during the COVID-19 pandemic, when they quarantined together with a group of friends at a home in Florida. Brown married Adam Woolard in July 2025.
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