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On April 4, 1964, the Beatles accomplished something extraordinary that no band had ever done before, and rarely since. Not only did the Fab Four top the Billboard Hot 100 with "Can't Buy Me Love," but it had a monopoly on all of the top five spots. "Twist and Shout" was No. 2, "She Loves You" was in the 3rd slot, "I Want to Hold Your Hand" held No. 4, and "Please Please Me" occupied No. 5.

In total, Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison had 12 songs on the chart on April 4. "I Saw Her Standing There" sat at No. 31 and "Thank You Girl" was the furthest up, at No. 79. At that point, the British band was still at the very beginning of Beatlemania, after having made their first of three appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show on Feb. 9, 1964.

That year, Beatlemania and the Hot 100 were so inextricably linked that the Beatles knocked themselves out of the No. 1 spot twice. First, when "She Loves You" took over from "I Want to Hold Your Hand," and then when "Can't Buy Me Love" took over from "She Loves You."

In 2019, Billboard listed the "top 125 artists of all time" based on chart history, and unsurprisingly, the Beatles came out on top. "The Beatles have tallied the most No. 1 hits in the 61-year history of the Hot 100, with 20," Billboard acknowledged. "Their closest competitor is Mariah Carey, with 18."

The Beatles maintained the only act to achieve the illustrious feat for 57 years. But the week of Sept. 18, 2021, Drake broke their record thanks to the release of Certified Lover Boy 15 days earlier. The Canadian rapper not only occupied Billboard's Hot 100 top five spots, but the entire top ten. The only slot he didn't occupy was No. 6, which held "Stay," by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber.

Drake's feat didn't last long, though. The following year, Taylor Swift bested both musical acts. Her tenth studio album, Midnights, debuted on October 22, 2022, and by November 2, 10 of the 13 tracks occupied the top ten spots on Billboard's Hot 100.

Many devout Christians spend the week between Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday attending a variety of services. We also know from Scripture a number of things Jesus did during his last week on Earth—who he spent his time with and where he visited.

But what about when the church goes dark, and everything falls silent after the Good Friday service? The hustle and bustle of Holy Week stops. When the body of Christ is taken down from the cross, and Joseph of Arimathea wraps the body in a clean linen cloth and lays Jesus in the tomb meant for him.

Three days. That's how long Jesus stayed in that tomb, lifeless. Friday. Saturday. Sunday. We know details about the crucifixion on Friday and the resurrection on Sunday. But let's take a closer look at Holy Saturday. 

Related: What Are the 7 'I Am' Statements of Jesus?

What Is Holy Saturday and Why Do We Celebrate It?

Its traditional Latin name is Sabbatum Sanctum. A few other names include "Easter Eve" and the "Great Sabbath." This is the day the Lord rested, and the church, too, refrains from activity. It's a time of fasting and mourning, symbolically seated near the tomb, grieving alongside Mary and the disciples.

According to Catholic Culture, "It has been called the 'Second Sabbath' after creation." Silence and reflection are encouraged.

Some Orthodox Churches, including Coptic, Ethiopian and Eritrean, call this day "Joyous Saturday," and some others, "the night of light and joy."

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What Do Christians Celebrate on Holy Saturday?

For Christians, Holy Saturday marks the day that Jesus's body was in the tomb. As a result, it's considered a day of "anticipation" as followers eagerly await Easter sunrise and His triumph over death.

Related: 75 Holy Saturday Blessings for Easter Weekend

When Is Holy Saturday 2026?

For those who use the Western (Gregorian) calendar, Holy Saturday falls on April 4 in 2026. Christians using the Julian calendar observe Holy Saturday on April 4 as well.

Related: History of Easter Traditions and Easter Celebrations

What Happens on Holy Saturday? 

On Holy Saturday, there isn't a liturgical service, and the sacraments—with the exceptions of Penance and the Anointing of the Sick—are not practiced.

In homes, the Easter feast is prepared. Around the world, some churches offer blessings over Easter food. We are a people who know death is defeated, but there's a pensive, serious nature to this day as well. And in the Bible, the scriptures tell us that the women prepared spices and ointments so that they could give Jesus a proper burial after the Sabbath (Luke 23:56).

Related: When Is Good Friday 2025?

Is Easter Saturday the Same as Holy Saturday?

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The two are the same in that they refer to the same day. Holy Saturday is part of the Easter Triduum, along with Holy Thursday and Good Friday. It lines up with the Jewish Sabbath before the Christian Resurrection Sunday.

Holy Saturday is the last day of Lent and the conclusion of Holy Week. It's followed immediately by the Easter Vigil, which begins just before nightfall and must conclude before daybreak. This service is known as a time of "waiting for the Lord" in the church.

Easter Vigils can include lighting of the "new fire," a blessing of the font, the baptism of new converts (if there are any) and the reminder for all Christians to remember their baptism.

Related: Renew Your Strength in the Lord With These 130 Bible Verses

History and Origins of Holy Saturday

The Eternal World Television Network: Great Britain (EWTN) states that the Catholic church catechism has historically taught two main teachings about Holy Saturday. First, "Scripture calls the abode of the dead, to which the dead Christ went down, 'hell'–Sheol in Hebrew or Hades in Greek–because those who are there are deprived of the vision of God" (Catechism 633).

Secondly, "Jesus did not descend into hell to deliver the damned, nor to destroy the hell of damnation, but to free the just who had gone before him" (Catechism 633).

Historically, it has been a final day of fasting and penance. As recorded on Catholic.com, a document by Rabanus Maurus (a church writer from the ninth century) offers details about the Holy Saturday service:

"The congregation remained silent in the church awaiting the dawn of the Resurrection, joining at intervals in the psalmody and chant and listening to the reading of the lessons."

This matches up with records of how the earliest church observed Holy Saturday as well.

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A 1961 country hit that helped redefine the genre has been ranked among the greatest songs of all time by Rolling Stone, cementing its place as one of the most enduring recordings in music history.

“Crazy,” recorded by Patsy Cline, remains a defining example of the Nashville Sound and one of the most recognizable songs of its era.

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Written by Willie Nelson, the song nearly didn’t become the classic it is today. Early on, some artists passed on it, and Cline herself was unsure about recording it at first. But after hearing the demo and working through its unusual phrasing, she ultimately made it her own.

Released in 1961, “Crazy” became a major crossover success. It reached No. 2 on the Billboard country chart and climbed into the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Cline’s biggest pop hit and expanding her audience beyond country music.

Related: 1971 Classic Ranked No. 1 ‘Best Album of the 70s’

The song’s emotional core also helped set it apart from other country hits of the time. Its lyrics capture the quiet confusion and heartbreak of a fading relationship, with a sense of vulnerability that felt more in line with pop and jazz standards than traditional country storytelling. That blend of styles made “Crazy” stand out on radio and helped introduce a broader audience to country music at a time when crossover success was still relatively rare.

The recording also stood out for its smooth, polished production. Under producer Owen Bradley, Cline’s version blended traditional country storytelling with pop-influenced arrangements—an approach that helped define the Nashville Sound and opened the door for broader crossover success in the genre.

Related: 1962 Connie Francis Classic Made History When It Hit No. 1 64 Years Ago Today

Beyond its chart performance, the song’s legacy has only grown over time. It has been widely recognized as a country standard and, decades after its release, was named the most-played song on jukeboxes in the United States. It was also inducted into the Library of Congress’s National Recording Registry, further solidifying its cultural impact.

Cline’s vocal performance remains at the center of the song’s lasting appeal. Her delivery—controlled yet deeply emotional—transformed the lyrics into something timeless, setting a standard for generations of artists who followed.

Though her career was tragically cut short in 1963 at the age of 30 when she was killed in a plane crash, Cline’s influence has endured. Songs like “Crazy” continue to resonate across generations, not just as hits from another era, but as defining moments in the history of country music.

Related: 26 Years Ago Today, Buddy Holly’s Long-Lost Glasses Were Found 21 Years After Deadly Plane Crash

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Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie‘s mom, Nancy Guthrie, is still missing more than eight weeks after the abduction from her Tucson, Ariz., home—and a retired FBI agent recently weighed in on how Savannah's return to Today could impact the case.

On April 6, Savannah will return to the NBC morning show for the first time as co-anchor since her 84-year-old mother went missing. Retired FBI special agent Jason Pack spoke with Parade about the decision, making a hopeful prediction in the process.

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"What Savannah is doing by returning to Today on April 6 is something I have seen families do in cases like this more times than I can count," Pack, who is not involved in the case, told Parade. "You get up. You put one foot in front of the other. You trust the authorities to do their job. And you keep living."

He continued, "Because the alternative is letting whoever did this win twice. It just so happens that in this case, the person doing that is the anchor of the Today show, and her office is a national television studio."

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Additionally, Pack pointed out, "Across America right now, there are mothers and fathers, and brothers, and sisters of missing persons who are doing the exact same thing Savannah is doing. They are going back to waiting tables. They are going back to job sites. They are going back to offices and classrooms and driving routes. They are watching the news on their phones between customers. They are holding it together in public because life does not stop and bills do not stop and the world does not stop. Savannah’s situation is more visible. The grief is not more or less than theirs."

The retired FBI agent also speculated that Savannah's Today return will generate more coverage of Nancy's case. "And that coverage will reach people who have drifted away from this story," he predicted. "Some of them will remember something. Some of them will finally make that call. The reward is still out there. Decisions get made."

To conclude his thoughts on the topic, Pack shared, "I said it early in this case, and I will say it again. You can kidnap somebody’s mama. You cannot kidnap their backbone."

Nancy was last seen at her Catalina Foothills residence on the evening of Jan. 31. Despite a $1 million reward offer from Savannah, no one has come forward with information leading to her recovery. No suspect has been named in the case, as of writing.

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In 1981, Stevie Nicks stepped away from Fleetwood Mac to record her first solo album, Bella Donna. The album became a massive hit, and her second single from the record played a pivotal part in its success.

The song, “Leather and Lace,”  was a duet with Nicks’ ex, Eagles legend Don Henley, whom she dated in the late 1970s following her split from bandmate Lindsey Buckingham. The single peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in January 1982.  Decades later, Ultimate Classic Rock ranked “Leather and Lace” one of the greatest rock duets of all time.

Nicks and Henley beautifully traded verses in “Leather and Lace” as they intimately described the give and take in a romantic relationship between two musicians.

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In the liner notes to her Timespace compilation album, Nicks described the soft rock ballad as “one of the most special love songs that I would ever write.” She credited Henely for coming over every day to make her finish the song.

Nicks had originally penned the song for her good friend, country music pioneer Waylon Jennings, to record with his wife Jessi Colter.

“Then I found out that Waylon and Jessi were breaking up, and Waylon wanted to just sing it by himself,” she revealed. “After all the work I had put into the philosophy of two people dealing with this problem, I told Waylon that only four people in this world could sing this song: he and his wife, or myself and Don Henley. Bless his heart, Don did sing it with me.”

Stevie Nicks spent a lot of time perfecting ‘Leather and Lace’

Nicks detailed her long writing process for “Leather and Lace" in a 1982 interview with High Times magazine. When asked about Jennings and Colter, who ultimately remained married until Jennings’ death in 2002, Nicks confirmed, “I wrote it for them, and I wanted them to do it.”

She also shared that it was Jennings who actually pitched the title of the song to her.

 “Waylon Jennings asked me to write a song called ‘Leather and Lace.’ That’s his title,” Nicks said. “So I did, and I spent a lot of time on the psychology of the man and the woman in the music business both being stars in their own right and trying to live with each other and work and give Waylon a break and let him be a little weaker for a minute and let Jessi be a little stronger for a minute.”

“I mean, I was writing about Waylon Jennings and Jessi Colter, but I was writing about me and Lindsey. And I was, at that point, going out with Don Henley and I was writing about Don and me,” she added.

Noting that "Jessi and Waylon sort of broke up around then," Nicks explained, "I felt in my heart that either I had to do this song with Don, or Waylon had to do it with Jesse, or Waylon and I had to do it."

"Those were the only three possibilities for that song to be done," Nicks said. "It was the most disciplined song I had ever written.”

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I still remember the first time I realized travel didn’t have to be a blur of airports, iconic photo ops, and two‑day city blitzes. I watched the sun spread pink light over a quiet New England harbor, listening to fishermen chat over nets and gulls wheeling overhead. A calm washed over me. That moment grounded the idea that travel could mean getting under a place’s skin instead of sprinting between highlights.

Instead of checking boxes you return home with memories stitched from deep experiences and unexpected moments. In the United States, there are countless places that reward this pace, from peaceful small towns to regions that practically demand you slow down and breathe.

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Hidden Gems and Quiet Classics Across America1. Mackinac Island, Michigan

Imagine a destination where cars are absent, bicycles and horse‑drawn carriages rule the roads, and each sunrise feels like a new chapter of calm. That’s Mackinac Island, a quintessential slow‑travel destination in the Great Lakes. Walkable roads, historic buildings, and shoreline trails invite you to measure time in footsteps rather than rush hours.

2. Asheville, North Carolina

Tucked in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville offers a blend of serenity, art, and nature without pressuring you to rush. Its craft breweries, vibrant art galleries, and calm mountain vistas make it ideal for slow discovery. Spend your days hiking or driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway, dive into the local food scene at a leisurely pace, or find a cozy cafe to watch life unfold.

3. Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts

A short ferry ride from Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard feels like an intentional escape. With six distinct towns, coastal walks, salt‑tanged breezes, and no rush to go anywhere fast, it’s a perfect slow travel backdrop. Rent a bike or simply walk through hidden beaches and quiet neighborhoods, and soon you’ll understand why visitors often extend their stays.

4. Door County, Wisconsin

The picturesque small towns hugging Door County’s shores are ideal for unwinding. Quiet ferry rides, cherry orchards, scenic bike paths, and cozy inns beckon travelers to slow down. Slow travel here means afternoons spent on a porch watching sailboats, evenings at local wineries, and mornings strolling farmers markets.

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5. Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea, California

Along California’s Central Coast lies Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea, a poetic seaside town of fairytale cottages, hidden gardens, and fog‑kissed beaches. This is a place to take long beach walks at sunset, sip local wine, and explore art galleries at a gentle pace.

6. Ann Arbor, Michigan

If you love slow mornings and leafy streets that invite exploration on foot, Ann Arbor might steal your heart. Walk riverside paths, browse independent bookstores, and linger over coffee in cozy cafes. More than a college town, it’s perfect for slow travel that makes you think, reflect, and unwind at once.

7.  Cape May, New Jersey

With elegant architecture and gentle shoreline breezes, Cape May is the kind of place you can visit for a weekend and end up staying a week. Cobblestone paths, brunch spots that take their sweet time, and a historic vibe that whispers stories make this town perfect for lingering.

8. San Juan Islands, Washington

Off the coast of Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands offer sea views, kayaking, whale‑watching, and picnic‑style afternoons that tempt you to stay longer. Quiet harbors and local artisans make each day feel like a curated experience, not a rushed itinerary.

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Across Oregon, Bend has grown famous for its outdoor culture, craft breweries, and volcanic landscapes that ask you to slow down and explore them with intention. Whether you’re mountain biking along forest trails or sipping a local stout while stargazing, Bend rewards those who savor experiences rather than dash between highlights.

10. Cannon Beach, Oregon

For those whose soul is soothed by ocean views and wide sandy beaches, Cannon Beach is a sanctuary. Quiet residential stretches and cozy spots to simply watch tides rise and fall make it ideal for slow discovery. Spend your mornings strolling to Haystack Rock at low tide, afternoons browsing galleries, and evenings sipping wine by a fireplace.

Related: Why More Travelers Are Ditching Packed Itineraries for Slow Travel (And Loving It More)

Why Slow Travel Matters

Slow travel isn’t a trend, it’s a return to a richer way of exploring. In an era where many vacations feel like a blur, choosing to stay longer, talk with locals, and let routines form makes for travel that resonates long after you unpack the suitcase.

Some practical tips for slow travelers include:

• Plan with seasons in mind: Many slow destinations have defined rhythms. Islands like Mackinac are quieter and more meaningful outside peak rush.
• Choose walkable bases: Towns with compact centers let you explore on foot, which leads to more authentic experiences.
• Engage locally: Visit farmers markets, talk with workshop owners, and join community events to feel at home rather than visiting as a spectator.

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I’ve found that some of my most enduring travel memories weren’t about ticking off landmarks, but about the tiny, unplanned moments. These moments belong to slow travel, and these destinations invite you to discover them.

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Purchasing a large bedding bundle as opposed to buying each linen separately can save you a ton of time and energy. Generally, these sets cover all of your bedding bases, and they can provide some fun extras from time to time. If you want to revamp the look of your bedroom with just one click, our recommendation is to order the Sunham Isabella 8-Piece Comforter Set. 

This expansive bedding set is 62% off at Macy's. Originally $100, you can now score it for only $38, and it's currently available in five of the most popular mattress sizes! 

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According to shoppers, this comforter set comes with absolutely everything you need for your bed. This includes the comforter itself, a bedskirt, two classic pillowcases, two pillow shams, one fitted sheet, and one flat sheet. The only exception to this item list is the twin-sized version, which comes with just one less pillowcase and sham. Otherwise, the full, and queen versions of the comforter set come with all eight pieces. 

The comforter comes pre-stuffed with a hypoallergenic polyfill material, and is described as having a medium weight. Shoppers said that they felt super warm while sleeping underneath it, but didn't feel overheated either. The quality of the sheets was also lauded by shoppers, but what they loved the most is the set's intricate dark-toned damask print. It's on one side of the comforter and decorative pillow shams, while the other side features a simple striped pattern that uses complimentary navy blue hues. 

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Shoppers said that this comforter set "is a great look for any bedroom," and that "the colors explode at first sight." They love its reversible construction, and said that both sides are equally "wonderful." Shoppers were "extremely pleased" with the quality that this bedding bundle offers, and said it looks "elegant" and "stylish."  

If you're tired of your current bedding and want an affordable one-stop shop deal, Macy's shoppers highly recommended checking out the Sunham Isabella 8-Piece Comforter Set. Everything you need to transform the look of your bedroom is included, and its sale price is unbeatable!

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If you’ve ever looked at the "all-inclusive" resorts in Mexico or the Caribbean and wished you could find that same stress-free value on the Las Vegas Strip, your luck just changed. Starting April 2, 2026, Caesars Entertainment is rolling out a first-of-its-kind Inclusive Summer Package at three of its most iconic center-Strip resorts: Harrah’s Las Vegas, The LINQ Hotel, and Flamingo Las Vegas.

Available for stays through August 2026, the bundle aims to solve the "hidden cost" headache of a Vegas vacation by wrapping everything from your room and resort fees to your meals and drinks into one nightly price.

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What’s Actually Included?

The package starts at $200 per night for one guest (with each additional guest adding $100). For that price, you aren't just getting a bed; you’re getting a full day-to-night itinerary:

• The Room: A standard king or double queen room at any of the three participating resorts, with taxes and resort fees already included (no checkout-day surprises here).
• Celebrity Chef Dining: Two meals per day at a massive variety of outlets. We’re talking full-service meals (appetizer, entrée, dessert) at heavy hitters like Gordon Ramsay Burger and Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen & Bar, or quick-service stops at Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay.
• Bottomless Drinks: Unlimited well drinks, house wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages (including Red Bull and coffee) at signature spots like the 3535 Bar and Bugsy’s Bar.
• The Perks: You’ll also get two anytime tickets to the High Roller Observation Wheel, free daily self-parking, and a 20% discount on those coveted cabanas at The Pool at The LINQ.

“As travelers look for more value options, we are proud to introduce an incredible offer in the center of the Las Vegas Strip,” said Dan Walsh, SVP and General Manager of the resorts.

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Pro-Tip for Booking

This package is limited to four guests per reservation and a maximum stay of four nights. If you’re traveling with a group of friends, the "additional guest" fee of $100 is an absolute steal when you consider that it covers two full meals (including dessert and drinks) plus bottomless beverages at the bars.

The most "bang for your buck" move? Use your meal credits at the full-service spots like Fulton Café or Gordon Ramsay Burger. In a city where a single dinner and a few cocktails can easily hit $150 per person, this package essentially pays for itself before you even factor in the room.

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It’s April, and while some of us may be craving springtime fun in our movies of choice, others are obsessed with thrills, secrets and suspense year-round. If you’re among those who enjoy a good nail-biter film no matter the month, Prime Video has added some great mysteries and thrillers to its April lineup, and we’re rounding up the finest of the bunch.

This list of the best thrillers and mysteries on Prime Video in April 2026 includes heart-pounding (and confounding) films such as Sherlock Holmes (starring Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law), as well as crime dramas and classic whodunits. Whether your preference is for the puzzling or the pulse-racing, this month’s Prime selection has something for every kind of mystery lover.

So grab the popcorn, pull a blanket up to your chin and get ready to press play on the best thriller and mystery movies on Amazon this month. 

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Best Thrillers To Stream on Prime Video in April

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5. The Mothman Prophecies (2002)

Based on the book of the same name by John Keel and said to be inspired by true events that took place in the 1960s, The Mothman Prophecies follows John Klein (Richard Gere), a reporter who seeks to uncover the mysteries of the Mothman, a huge, moth-like figure with red eyes that has been witnessed by people in the Point Pleasant, West Virgina area, including Klein’s own wife before her death.

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4. Sherlock Holmes (2009)

Robert Downey Jr. won the Golden Globe for Best Actor for his portrayal of the eccentric detective in Guy Ritchie’s 2009 mystery adventure flick. Jude Law plays Dr. John Watson, Holmes’ companion and fellow investigator, and Rachel McAdamsstars as his professional rival and love interest, Irene Adler. A sequel to the popular film was released in 2011, with a third installment reportedly still in development.

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3. Limitless (2011)

Based on the 2001 novel The Dark Fields by Alan Glynn, Limitless centers on a struggling author (Bradley Cooper) who samples a new drug he hopes will help with his writer’s block, but finds that it does much more, sharpening his mental acuity to the extreme. Becoming a financial superstar attracts attention from a powerful business mogul (Robert De Niro), but the drug, NZT-48, comes with unforeseen side effects and dangerous consequences.

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2. The Boondock Saints (1999)

This late-nineties cult classic offers non-stop, fast-paced thrills. It follows fraternal Irish-Catholic twins Connor and Murphy MacManus (Sean Patrick Flanery and Norman Reedus) who inadvertently become vigilantes when they take out two members of the Russian mafia in self-defense during a St. Patrick’s Day brawl. The brothers take cleansing Boston’s criminal underworld into their own hands—all while being hunted by a relentless FBI agent (Willem Dafoe).

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1. Knives Out (2019)

Topping our list of the best mysteries and thrillers on Prime Video is Knives Out. This movie features an Agatha Christie-inspired, classic murder mystery setup: There’s a bunch of people (Michael Shannon, Chris Evans, Jamie Lee Curtis, Don Johnson, Toni Colette, Ana de Armas) in a fancy house with a dead body (Christopher Plummer), and they’re all possible suspects. The detectives (including Lakeith Stanfield) believe they’re investigating a suicide, but Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) thinks there’s more to the case.

This mystery/thriller won three Golden Globes, a British Academy Film Award and an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. It also spawned two direct sequels. If you missed Knives Out when it first released in 2019, this is one movie you don’t want to miss!

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If you're looking for that affordable summer vacation that doesn't involve the usual suspects, there's a whole world of incredible regional parks that offer world-class thrills without the corporate footprint.

Since the 2024 merger, many fan favorites like Knott’s Berry Farm and Canada's Wonderland are now technically under the Six Flags umbrella, so we've scouted the best independent and family-owned gems that still have that unique, soulful charm.

Here are 8 regional theme parks with amazing coasters that deserve a spot on your 2026 bucket list:

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1. Silver Dollar City (Branson, Missouri) Silver Dollar City, Missouri, USA - October 14, 2012: People on a pretty fall day at Silver Dollar City amusement park. This theme park is in the Ozark mountains of southwest Missouri.

The sister park to Dollywood, this 1880s-themed park is built atop a massive natural cave. It’s home to Time Traveler, the world’s fastest and steepest complete-circuit spinning coaster. The park’s focus on craftsmanship (you can watch blacksmiths and glassblowers at work) makes it feel more like a cultural experience than just an amusement park.

Related: Dollywood Has Some Big Changes Planned for 2026

2. Holiday World & Splashin' Safari (Santa Claus, Indiana)

This is a hidden gem in the truest sense. It’s famous for The Voyage, often voted the best wooden coaster in the world, and Cheetah Chase, a first-of-its-kind launched water coaster. The best family-style perk? They offer free unlimited soft drinks and sunscreen to every guest.

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If you want to talk about a true "travel hack," this is the ultimate comeback story that belongs on every 2026 bucket list. After nearly closing for good in 2020, this beloved lakeside park was saved by a private owner who has spent the last few years restoring its vintage charm while adding serious firepower. It sits right on Lake Shafer, with the rides literally built out over the water on stilts, giving it a nostalgic boardwalk atmosphere you won't find at a corporate mega-park. And you can ride the All American Triple Loop, a legendary coaster featuring three back-to-back vertical loops and intense G-forces that turn this regional gem into a legitimate thrill destination. For the best experience, take a sunset ride on the Shafer Queen, the park's iconic paddlewheel boat, to see the neon lights of the coasters reflecting off the water—it’s pure Americana without the corporate price tag.

4. Lagoon Amusement Park (Farmington, Utah) Farmington, Utah and Lagoon amusement park seen from high above .

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If you find yourself in the Salt Lake City area, Lagoon is a must. It’s an independent, family-owned park with some of the most unique coasters in the country. Cannibal features a 116-degree "beyond vertical" drop into an underground tunnel, and their newest dark ride Primordial, is a massive interactive 3D dark ride that is unlike anything else in the West. Amusement park enthusiasts from around the country have kept their eye on Nutracker, their just-opened S&S Screamin' Swing ride with 4.67G force.

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While many parks are being swallowed by giant mergers, Kentucky Kingdom is doubling down on its identity as a family-focused alternative under the Herschend family umbrella (the same folks behind Dollywood and Silver Dollar City). For 2026, the park is unveiling its first new roller coaster in six years: Flying Fox, a high-flying family coaster themed around Kentucky’s agricultural heritage that marks the centerpiece of a multi-year, $33 million investment in the park. It’s the perfect middle-ground destination, offering world-class thrills like the 100-foot drop on Lightning Run alongside a massive water park that’s included with your admission.

6. Knoebels Amusement Resort (Elysburg, Pennsylvania) Elysburg, PA June 24 2018: Knoebels is a free-admission amusement park for families.

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Knoebels is officially America's largest free-admission amusement park, meaning you pay exactly $0 to park and walk in. It has a "carnival that never left town" soul, with gravel paths winding through a wooded valley that feels like a step back in time. You’ll find the Phoenix, a relocated 1947 wooden masterpiece that consistently ranks as the best in the world for its legendary "airtime," and Twister, a custom wooden coaster that wraps its massive double-helix structure right around the station. The food here may be the real headliner—Knoebels has won "Best Park Food" more times than any other park in history. Do not leave without trying the pierogies or a slice from Cesari’s Pizza, and make sure to catch a ride on the 1913 Grand Carousel, where you can still reach out and grab a brass ring for a free ride.

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If you’re looking for the ultimate "two-for-one" summer travel hack, Waldameer is the gold standard for independent parks. Perched on the edge of Lake Erie, this family-owned gem has been around for 130 years and famously still offers free admission and free parking, meaning you only pay for the rides you actually want to experience. The star of the show is the Ravine Flyer II, a world-class wooden coaster that actually crosses over a four-lane highway, offering a breathtaking view of the lake before plunging back into a wooded ravine. For the 2026 season, the park is doubling down on its "destination" status with a massive waterpark expansion, debuting a brand-new Endless River and two high-capacity five-person raft slides—the Big Water Bend and Presque Isle Plunge. It’s a rare spot where you can get state-of-the-art thrills during the day and catch a stunning Lake Erie sunset from the ferris wheel by evening, all without the corporate "gate fee" culture.

8. Canobie Lake Park (Salem, NH)

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If you want a park that perfectly blends nostalgia with modern thrills, this family-owned "trolley park" is a New England essential. Canobie maintains a classic lakeside atmosphere with shaded, pine-tree-lined walkways that make it feel 10 degrees cooler than a standard asphalt park, but it continues to evolve for the 2026 season with a talked-about possible debut of its newest spinning coaster. This high-energy addition would join the park’s eclectic lineup, which includes the legendary Yankee Cannonball—a 1936 wooden classic famous for its smooth "airtime"—and the grizzly-bear-themedUntamed, a steel Euro-Fighter with a terrifying 97-degree vertical drop. For the ultimate local experience, grab a slice of their famous park pizza and head to the Boston Tea Party "shoot-the-chutes" for a legendary splash that is guaranteed to soak everyone on the bridge.

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If you're looking to create your dream outdoor space this summer, you'll need a few key items. Firstly, a great outdoor side table to hold your lemonade, a patio umbrella to keep you cool, and a rug to pull it all together. But what's the most important addition?A comfortable chair. Luckily, Wayfair is selling so many patio options on a budget that will upgrade your outdoor space without clearing your bank account. The Westin Outdoor Laguna Foldable Adirondack Chair is up to 59% off right now, and it's selling fast. 

The furniture is Wayfair's no.4 bestseller in the retailer's outdoor seating category, with the price being marked down from $269 to $109 in the red and turquoise colorways. You can shop the chair in 14 total colors, all on sale at varying costs, ranging from a classic white to a vibrant orange. This deal is a part of the retailer's 5 Days of Deals initiative, so you'll want to take advantage of it before it disappears.

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The chair consists of a plastic frame with stainless steel hardware that can support up to 450 pounds. Due to the material, it's advised to wipe the piece with a damp cloth and mild soap to ensure that it's long-lasting. The best part about this chair is that it's weather-, UV-, rust-, fade-, and rot-resistant, so it should last you years. The design features a low seat height that allows you to lay back with ease (similar to a beach chair). 

Its wide arms are flat, so you can relax comfortably or place your food or drink on it if you prefer. Plus, the chair is foldable and lightweight for simple maneuvering, so you can store it in your shed or garage with no issue. Assembly is required upon the chair's arrival, but all tools are included in the purchase (note: it's recommended that you avoid power tools). Shoppers also said that it was "easy" to put together. 

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Other customers described the chair as "amazing," and "fantastic," adding that it's "beautifully painted" and "holds up" overtime. In inclement weather though, we recommend storing them indoors. Another reviewer said it's the "perfect addition" to their fire pit area, so you can really place them anywhere you need extra seating. 

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Michael Jackson was no stranger to musical success by 1988 – the prolific musician first rose to international fame as a child, precociously leading his family’s band, The Jackson 5. 

Their first venture to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart came in 1970 with “I Want You Back,” quickly followed by “ABC,” “The Love You Save,” and “I’ll Be There.” In 1972, Jackson’s first solo single topped the chart, “Ben.” More hits followed, and in 1988, Jackson made history with “Man in the Mirror.” 

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The soulful anthem about internal reflection resulting in positive changes for the world around you, with Jackson vowing to stop being selfish and focus on helping others, made it to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart on March 26, 1988, remaining there for two weeks, and spending a total of 17 weeks on the chart. It was also nominated for a Grammy Award for Record of the Year.

But what made the accomplishment such a stellar feat was the fact that Jackson had previously already hit the top of the chart three other times with songs from the same album. 1987’s Bad, a follow-up to the mega-hit Thriller, was edgy and fresh, showing fans a cooler side of the relatively clean-cut Jackson.

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With “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You,” “Bad,” and “The Way You Make Me Feel” preceding it, “Man in the Mirror” marked the first time an artist topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart with four separate songs from the same album. 

Jackson would go on to break his own record in July of 1988 when “Dirty Diana” also made it to the top of the chart. In 2011, Katy Perry tied with Jackson’s record after “Last Friday Night” hit the number one spot, her fifth single from Teenage Dream to do so. 

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Bianca Censori painted the town baby blue, cheering on her man at one of his concerts this week.

The brunette beauty who is known for her bold, barely-there style recently shared a photo to her Instagram Stories, offering fans a peek into her recent nightlife.

Ahead of Ye’s show at SoFi Arena in California, Censori posed for a photo with designer and stylist Gadir Rajab. Looking almost mannequin-like, Censori stands with her body stiff and gaze looking off-camera. The 31-year-old Australian architect wears a skintight baby-blue catsuit paired with stilettos and a sleek bun. 

Rajab is wearing a black shirt and shorts with boots, and he has his left arm around Censori’s waist. 

Recently, Censori has been trending in the headlines for making her music video directorial debut with visuals for West’s single “Father” featuring rapper Travis Scott, and dressing in head-to-toe conservative wear to appear in court for West's Malibu mansion court case, for which he was ordered to pay $140,000 to his former contractor.

Earlier this month, Censori debuted a spring look of pastels and micro shorts, looking confident outside a studio amid buzz about a potential separation from West.

Reports of Censori preparing to leave Ye have been circulating online, beginning for the second time in February of this year. The couple denied similar rumors in early 2025, with their representatives denying the claims, People reported.

There have also been rumors about Censori getting ready to release a tell-all memoir. But this is just gossip so far, as neither this rumor, nor the one about her leaving Ye a second time, has been confirmed.

Since then, the rapper has issued an apology ad in The Wall Street Journal, sat for an interview with Vanity Fair, and sought help in rehab for bipolar disorder.

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President Jimmy Carter has had such a positive legacy thanks to all of his humanitarian work and overall politics and ideals. Born in 1924, he went on to become the 39th president of the United States, serving from 1977 to 1981. He’s known very favorably for his life after his presidency—and because of his advocacy work in diplomacy, Carter was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace in 2002. He wrote many books and gave many speeches, letting people inside his brain with his words. That’s why one of his remarks makes for a great quote of the day.

Carter’s presidency itself was riddled with serious issues, such as the 1979 Iran hostage crisis and inflation. This led to disapproval that lost him reelection, according to Britannica. He did have successes throughout his time as president, but at the time, they were overshadowed by these bigger issues.

President Carter took up a lot of philanthropic and humanitarian causes. For example, per Britannica, Carter’s work with Habitat for Humanity International helped raise awareness and popularity for the organization. He and his wife, Rosalynn Carter, launched the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project in 1984, which was an annual weeklong building project through Habitat for Humanity. He and Rosalynn volunteered during this week every year until 2020.

Throughout his presidency and for the rest of his public life, he tried to be a man of the people. He was a family man and had several children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He died on Dec. 29, 2024, after choosing to spend his remaining days receiving hospice care at home with family starting in February 2023, according to The Carter Center.

Jimmy Carter was a lover of the outdoors, so today’s quote fits nicely with his passion for nature.

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“Like music and art, love of nature is a common language that can transcend political or social boundaries.”

The quote of the day comes from President Jimmy Carter’s 1988 memoir, An Outdoor Journal: Adventures and Reflections. And the book is exactly what the title says: President Carter’s reflections on nature, hunting, his time outdoors and more (along with a retelling of his childhood and life). 

Right before this quote, Carter states that contentedness can be achieved either alone or with others, and he’s happy that we don’t have to really pick between the two definitively. He describes that sometimes, like in the fall and winter, he prefers just to be alone with his two bird dogs. But then other times, he loves being with his wife and having "uninterrupted conversation about all kinds of things.” He also states that hunting can still be enjoyable with family and friends, with everyone sharing in the highs and lows of the activity. 

He then shares, “Outdoors people constitute a close fraternity, often international in its membership.” And then he follows up with the quote: “Like music and art, love of nature is a common language that can transcend political or social boundaries.”

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Deeper Meaning of Jimmy Carter’s Quote—Connection and Love of Nature 

President Carter not only loved the outdoors but also was a supporter of the arts. As the National Gallery of Art posted on Jan. 9, 2025, he was an oil painter and worked to support artists through legislation and advocacy. So it makes sense that he’d put his love of both the arts and nature together to make a (pretty good) point.

While everyone has different tastes and opinions, especially when it comes to music and art, you can still connect with people through those mediums, having debates, long conversations and experiencing shared admiration. And similarly, a love of nature can create a mutual bond. Where politics or society can—and often does—effectively split us up, a shared enjoyment of nature can bring people together. 

So with that said, Carter is noting that appreciating the outdoors is something that can be healing to the individual self, but can also “transcend” those divides and connect people. Nature can really be healing, just like other forms of entertainment, and more people should take note of that.

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More Quotes from Jimmy Carter

• "We are, of course, a nation of differences. Those differences don't make us weak. They’re the source of our strength."
• "We have learned that ‘more’ is not necessarily 'better,' that even our great nation has its recognized limits, and that we can neither answer all questions nor solve all problems."
• "America did not invent human rights. In a very real sense, it’s the other way around. Human rights invented America."
• "To me, faith is not just a noun, but also a verb."
• "The greatest challenge we face is how to reduce the growing disparity between the rich and poor people on earth."
• "The abuse of women and girls is the most pervasive and unaddressed human rights violation on Earth."
• “War may sometimes be a necessary evil. But no matter how necessary, it is always an evil, never a good. We will not learn how to live together in peace by killing each other's children.”
• “We become not a melting pot but a beautiful mosaic. Different people, different beliefs, different yearnings, different hopes, different dreams.”
• “We cannot be both the world's leading champion of peace and the world's leading supplier of the weapons of war.”

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Jenna Ortega is getting mixed up in past controversies concerning a band’s frontman named Elias Rønnenfelt. 

So, who is Elias Rønnenfelt? He’s the lead singer of a punk rock group called Iceage and, apparently, Ortega’s rumored boyfriend. So, what is all this neo-Nazi garbage? It’s related to Rønnenfelt’s past, which is reportedly coming back to haunt him and, now, Ortega.

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Here’s the deal.

Dating rumors began swirling around the Wednesday actress, 23, and the Danish musician, 34, back in October 2025. Following Ortega’s appearance in the frontman’s music video for "Mona Lisa," the two have been seen on multiple occasions, including getting “lovey-dovey” in Denmark, making out in Copenhagen, and chilling at a pub in Dublin.

That would be all fine and well if the musician hadn’t been linked to Nazism. History, aka a Pitchfork interview from March 2021, reveals Rønnenfelt used “quasi-fascist imagery” in the start of his career and “curated a festival that included an act with a racist name.” 

He told Pitchfork he regretted those actions, saying that he and his band have no “sympathies or leanings” toward right-wing ideologies. “When a lot of these allegations came out we were dumbfounded,” he said. “Now I understand that we hold a responsibility on our shoulders to make it clear what we stand for.”

Beyond the interview, Reddit users claim Rønnenfelt enacts physical violence on fans at his shows, breaking their phones and kicking them in their chests. Because of such alleged actions, fans on social media are calling out the Death of a Unicorn star, pointing to possible hypocrisy. 

In late 2023, Ortega walked away from the Scream franchise following co-star’s Melissa Barrera’s firing for remarks she made about the Israel-Hamas war, per The Hollywood Reporter. Now, seemingly dating a guy whose past is shrouded in Nazi imagery and violence, the actress is facing severe backlash.

At this point, nothing, from the relationship between the two to the allegations concerning Rønnenfelt, has been confirmed. 

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Bon Jovi released their passionate power ballad “I’ll Be There For You” 37 years ago today, on April 4, 1989. The timeless classic appearing on the glam metal band’s 1988 album, New Jersey, which followed 1986's Slippery When Wet, added momentum to their previous smash hit, “Bad Medicine.” 

The Lyrics

Written by lead singer Jon Bon Jovi and the band’s lead guitarist Richie Sambora, “I’ll Be There For You” sounds like a romantic love song, but it’s actually a breakup tune, with the vocalist singing about parting ways with someone they care about deeply. 

Admitting he’s suffering from a broken heart due to a breakup, Jon Bon Jovi sings the words, “You left me drowning in my tears / And you won't save me anymore.” He then begs for a second chance, hoping to swoon his love interest by delivering promises throughout the high-powered sing-along chorus.  

“I'll be there for you / These five words I swear to you / When you breathe / I wanna be the air for you / I'll be there for you / I'd live and I'd die for you / I'd steal the sun from the sky for you / Words can't say what love can do / I'll be there for you,” the chorus, which features mesmerizing harmonies, goes. 

Enjoying success, “I’ll Be There For You” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and also rose to No. 5 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart. It also made waves in Canada, landing at No. 2 on the Top Singles Chart and in Ireland, where it reached No. 6. 

“I’ll Be There For You” served as the third single from the band’s fourth album and became the longest-running song to hit No. 1 in the U.S. in the year of its release, lasting five minutes and forty-one seconds, according toStereogum.

The Circle Tour

Though Jon Bon Jovi is known for his frontman role and signature vocals, Sambora actually took over the singing for “I’ll Be There For You” during some of the shows for the band’s run of The Circle Tour. 

“I’ll Be There For You” was Bon Jovi’s final Billboard Hot 100 hit of the ‘80s, but the band as well as the lead singer, who went on to pursue a solo career, continued to release many hits in the years following such as “Bed of Roses,” “Keep the Faith,” “It’s My Life,” and many more. 

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39 years ago today, on April 4, 1987, Starship’s soft rock classic “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” became a No. 1 hit on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart, where it stayed for two weeks. 

Co-written by Diane Warren and Albert Hammond, the successful power ballad served as the band’s third and final No. 1, following hits “We Built This City” and “Sara.” Before that, Starship had earned success under its previous two names, Jefferson Starship and Jefferson Airplane. 

“Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” was performed as a duet between original band members Grace Slick and Mickey Thomas, and released a year before Slick — who, at 47, became the oldest woman to earn a No. 1 in the U.S. — left the group. The recording finds the two bandmates taking turns singing a verse before coming into a soaring chorus. 

The Lyrics

Lyrically, the song is all about finding that one romantic love interest that takes your breath away. So much so, you’re willing to fight for them through thick and thin.   

“… Let them say we're crazy, I don't care about that / Put your hand in my hand, baby, don't ever look back,” the lyrics go before the chorus hits with: “… And we can build this dream together / Standing strong forever / Nothing's gonna stop us now / And if this world runs out of lovers / We'll still have each other / Nothing's gonna stop us / Nothing's gonna stop us now, oh-whoa.”

Clocking in at four minutes and twenty-seven seconds, “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” served as Warren’s first No. 1 hit. She would go on to secure more hits throughout her career, with credits behind songs like Celine Dion’s “Because You Loved Me,” Aerosmith’s “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing,” and Cher’s “If I Could Turn Back Time,” among others. 

According to Stereogum, the inspiration behind “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” came from Hammond, who had gone through a divorce and felt that his prior marriage was keeping him from being with someone else.   

Made for the Movies

Along with its success as an ‘80s anthem about love, “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” also served as the theme song to the cult classic film, Mannequin, starring actors Andrew McCarthy, who played the role of the character Jonathan Switcher, and Kim Cattrall, who played the role of Emmy Hesire.

The accompanying music video for “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” features members of Starship as well as select footage from the 1987 Michael Gottlieb-produced movie. The film earned a nomination for Best Original Song at the 60th Academy Awards for “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now”. 

In addition to taking the No. 1 spot on the Hot 100 chart, “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now,” which appears on Starship’s 1987 album, No Protection, went on to become the band’s best-selling single, also topping the chart in several other countries, including Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. 

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Dee Freeman, an actress who appeared on The Young and the Restless and Tyler Perry’sSistas, has died. She was 66.

A statement shared via Freeman’s Instagram account on Friday, April 3, confirmed that she died the day prior following her battle with stage 4 lung cancer.

“On behalf of her family, it is with deepest sadness that we share this update with you,” the statement read. “Dee passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, after a brave and fearless fight with cancer.”

The statement went on to express gratitude to Freeman’s supporters during her cancer journey.

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“Thank you to everyone who supported Dee during her battle,” the statement continued. “It blew her away to know how many people cared about her and were pulling for her.”

The statement concluded: “We know Dee is up there in heaven being the force of nature she always was. Now she’s doing it with her angel wings on. Rest in peace, Dee.”

Born in Louisiana on June 6, 1959, Freeman served in the United States Marine Corps for six years and worked as a radio DJ in Japan before pursuing her acting career. She made her TV debut on a 1995 episode of Craig T. Nelson’sABCsitcom, Coach.

Freeman went on to appear on many popular shows, notably portraying a judge and a nurse on three episodes of The Young and the Restless between 1997 and 2009 and Valerie Barnes—Andi Barnes’ (KJ Smith Black) mother—on Sistas during seasons 9 and 10. She also starred on the comedy Pretty the Series from 2010 to 2015 and made guest appearances on 3rd Rock From the Sun, Seinfeld, The X-Files, The Hughleys, ER and Shameless.

In October 2025, Freeman announced her lung cancer diagnosis while asking for financial assistance via a GoFundMe campaign.

“I need help covering the whopping medical expenses I’m incurring (outside my medical insurance),” she wrote via Instagram at the time. “I’m fighting this with not only western medicine but alternative medicine as well. Whether your donation is big or small, every cent helps.”

Freeman also requested that casting directors help her find work, noting, “I am available for your one or two liners. Sistah gotta make that medical insurance!”

She concluded her post with a message of hope, writing, “Muhammed [sic] Ali is my favorite boxer of all time, so I’m channeling his spirit and strength. I’m about to put on my boxing gloves and knock this cancer out. I thank you for being in my corner to help me do it.”

Freeman shared what would become her final update to her Instagram followers in December 2025.

“In the last few weeks I’ve run the gamut of emotions: denial, anger, fear, all the above. However, I’ve never felt defeated,” she noted. “There has been some tough days (two rounds of chemo down … YUCK! However, I still looked pretty. Teeheehee).”

Freeman is survived by her children, Amber and Shane, as well as her mother, brothers and sisters.

Adam W has spent nearly a decade making people laugh with a smartphone. Now he’s building the tools that go inside it.

The 33-year-old award-winning content creator, who has amassed over 65 million followers across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, just entered the tech space with Double View, a dual-camera app that captures vertical and horizontal content in a single take.

"I've filmed the same sketch twice in one day more times than I can count," Adam W said in a press release shared Thursday, April 2. "Once vertical, once horizontal. Same setup, same performance, twice the time. At some point, I just thought, why is this still the process? That's why I made Double View."

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But the app wasn't built with just creators in mind. "My mom films everything sideways and then wonders why it looks off," he said. "People at concerts are flipping their phones around the whole time. Parents at their kid's game are just trying to get one good clip. None of those people should have to think about format. That's who Double View is really for."

It’s a natural move for someone who learned every part of content creation by doing it himself. In a 2021 interview with Casting Networks, Adam W said he started out with no team, no budget, and no auditions coming his way. His first viral sketch racked up 400,000 views overnight and convinced him to go all in. He moved to L.A., worked side jobs for five months, and bet everything on his phone.

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That phone has since turned into a serious business. Forbes reported in June 2025 that Adam W earned $16.5 million over the previous year, with major brand deals including T-Mobile, Old Spice, and the NFL. The outlet placed him on its Top Creators list alongside MrBeast, Addison Rae, and Druski — and his YouTube channel currently has more subscribers than Saturday Night Live.

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He's also created viral sketches with big names like Jack Black, Terry Crews, and Jason Derulo, starred in and produced a short film that was accepted at Cannes, appeared on Club Random with Bill Maher, and helped launch education programs in Bali through a partnership with Karmagawa and the Bali Children's Project.

"I'm known for comedy," Adam W said. "But if I'm also the guy who made 'shoot it twice' a thing of the past, I'm cool with that."

The app is available now on the App Store with a free trial. Unlimited access costs $1.99 per month or at a discounted annual rate.

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