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Psychologists Say Retirement Loneliness Is Different From Regular Loneliness—and Much Harder to Fix

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:12pm

While people can experience a range of emotions in retirement—excitement, relief, financial concerns—there's an unexpected feeling that psychologists say is also common: loneliness.

And unlike traditional loneliness, loneliness in retirement can feel more overwhelming and be harder to fix. The good news is that harder does not mean impossible, and these psychologists say that there are a few things you can do to stop that loneliness in its tracks...and maybe prevent it from ever even starting in the first place.

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Why Do People Feel So Lonely in Retirement

People often assume loneliness in retirement happens simply because retirees spend less time around other people. But according to Rachel Loftin, a psychologist with Prosper Health, retirement often involves the loss of much more than daily social interaction.

"Work provides structure, routine, purpose, belonging, and opportunities to contribute," she says, adding that it gives people places to be, goals to pursue, and a community where they feel known and valued. "When those things disappear all at once, people can feel disconnected, even if they still have family and friends in their lives."

Retirement can also coincide with other major life changes, which Loftin says can include:

  • Children leaving home
  • Health challenges
  • Loss of friends and partners

"Together, these changes can make someone's social world feel much smaller."

Related: The Quiet Marriage Problem That Starts the Day You Both Retire

How Does Retirement Loneliness Differ from Regular Loneliness

If you're thinking that some of those things can make you feel lonely at any age, Stephen Benning, Professor of Psychology at the University of Nevada, says that there are a few things that make it especially challenging during the retirement years, since it stems from a change in life status.

"Someone experiencing loneliness at another stage of life may just need more opportunities for connection," Loftin adds. "Retirees, however, are often adjusting to the loss of a role that basically organized their daily lives. They may miss not only their coworkers, but also feeling needed, competent, and productive."

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How Can You Fix Retirement Loneliness

Loftin says that for some people, the primary issue is social isolation. "They simply have fewer opportunities to connect with others after leaving the workforce," she says. "In those cases, joining community groups, volunteering, taking classes, or reconnecting with friends and family can help rebuild social connections."

For others, the loneliness is less about being alone and more about losing a sense of purpose or contribution, according to Loftin, and she says that this can make people miss feeling needed, productive, or valued. "In those cases, meaningful activities such as mentoring, volunteering, advocacy, caregiving, creative pursuits, or part-time work may be more helpful than simply increasing social contact."

As for those who want to prevent retirement loneliness before it starts, Benning says that sometimes taking a phased approach to retirement can be beneficial, allowing you to adapt to that reduced connection before it disappears entirely. "Picking up new activities and groups can likewise help a person fill their time and make new social connections."

Of course, if you're feeling lonely, and none of the steps provided by these experts have helped at all, you may want to consider reaching out to a therapist for a more targeted approach. While it can be hard to adjust to this new part of your life, and all of the emotions that come along with it, there are trained professionals who can help you navigate these feelings so that you can enjoy this next chapter of your life—after all, you've worked so hard to get here.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.

This Florida Hot Spot Was Named the Best Big City To Retire In— And It Has Stunning Beaches, Scenic Views, and No State Income Tax

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:10pm

When most people picture a Florida retirement in a major city, they think of Miami's waterfront high-rises or Naples' manicured golf courses. But Jacksonville has been climbing up the rankings to challenge popular metro areas as one of the best places to retire in Florida.

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Jacksonville's Affordability Stretches Your Retirement Budget

Jacksonville offers retirees many of the tax advantages that have made Florida one of the nation's most popular retirement destinations, including:

  • No State Income Tax: Retirement income, like Social Security, pensions, IRAs, and 401(k) distributions, is not taxed at the state level.
  • Sales Tax: State sales tax is about 6%, plus a 1.5% city rate, for a combined 7.5% sales tax for Jacksonville residents.
  • Property Taxes: Florida Property Taxes are based on the market value on January 1st of that year.In Duval County, rates are moderate for Florida, with many parts of Jacksonville ranging between 1.1% to 1.3%.

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In terms of housing, the beachside city's below-average housing costs ($313,862) compared to national rates ($359,870) can give retirees options for more space or amenities compared to expensive cities like Miami or Tampa. Qualifying seniors also may be eligible for a $50,000 senior homestead exemption to further ease the financial burden retirees on fixed incomes.

Healthcare for Retirees in Jacksonville

One of Jacksonville's major draws for retirees is its access to high-quality healthcare. The city is home to a Mayo Clinic campus and several large healthcare systems that offer a wide range of medical services and specialists. Seniors benefit from convenient access to advanced care in areas such as cardiology, oncology, neurology, and orthopedics, reducing the need to travel to other major Florida metropolitan areas for treatment. Combined with the city's relatively affordable cost of living and growing retiree population, Jacksonville offers peace of mind for those who want quality healthcare resources close to home throughout retirement.

Year-Round Outdoor Living

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Jacksonville's climate supports year-round recreation. Average seasonal temperatures net out to 61°F in winter, 72°F in both spring and fall, and 82°F in summer. The city's year-round weather allows seniors to enjoy golf, tennis, biking, kayaking, fishing, and beach walks.

For those seeking a more lively beach experience, Jacksonville Beach offers a vibrant atmosphere with a dining and nightlife scene, frequent events, and a popular oceanfront area that attracts both residents and tourists. If you're looking for something quieter, Little Talbot Island State Park provides a more secluded coastal setting, with miles of shoreline, dunes, and fewer crowds.

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Retirement is about finding the right balance of comfort, convenience, and quality of life— and Jacksonville delivers on all three. As retirees look beyond Florida's traditional hotspots, Jacksonville is emerging as one of the state's most well-rounded and affordable retirement destinations to offer residents big-city amenities, world-class healthcare, and year-round sunshine without draining their retirement budget.

Related: Want to retire somewhere with a cooler climate?

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Joey McIntyre’s Son Griffin Is Completely Bewildered by His Dad’s Handwritten 1989 ‘Teen Beat’ Questionnaire

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:03pm

Being a "Blockhead" was a foundational part of my tween and teen years. My bedroom walls were plastered with New Kids on the Block posters, and my daily style consisted of a steady rotation of NKOTB t-shirts, pins, and hats. So, in 2008, when NKOTB officially reunited and began touring again, my inner fangirl never felt so seen. The New Kids were all grown up—now the "New Men on the Block," if you will. They had families, wives, and acting careers. Remarkably, NKOTB’s youngest member, Joey McIntyre, was a brand-new father to his barely one-year-old son, Griffin.

In a blink, NKOTB fans watched Griffin McIntyre grow up right before their eyes. At just 7 years old, he was already joining NKOTB on stage at Madison Square Garden. At 12, he was starring on Netflix’s Country Comfort. Now 18, Griffin is launching a serious solo music career with the help of a classmate’s mom who just happens to be producer extraordinaire Linda Perry. With his debut single "Risk It All" and his brand-new song "Type of Love" out on June 12th—both created entirely from the comfort of his own bedroom—Griffin is stepping into the pop spotlight completely on his own terms.

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"Surreal" doesn’t even begin to describe the feeling of interviewing the son of one of your childhood pop idols. As a lifelong NKOTB fan who grew up studying every single issue of Teen Beat and Bop before later becoming a teen magazine editor myself, I have always taken the magic of fandom seriously. There is a beautiful, full-circle moment happening right now as a new generation takes part in this massive burst of '80s and '90s nostalgia.

So, when I sat down with Griffin to talk about his solo music career for The Teen Mag Time Machine, I knew I had to put him to the ultimate pop-culture test first.

I dug up a vintage, handwritten questionnaire from a July 1989 issue of Teen Beat where a 16-year-old Joe McIntyre shared his deepest secrets with adoring fans.

I read the categories to Griffin to see how well he really knows his superstar dad.

The result? A hilarious generational disconnect that left Griffin completely blown away by his dad's late-80s choices.

Joey McIntyre's Original 1989 Teen Beat Page

Here is exactly how Griffin fared when forced to step inside a 1989 time machine:

PETS: Griffin had absolutely no idea that his dad used to have a dog named Bowe!

FIRST RECORD BOUGHT: Griffin assumed it would be Frank Sinatra, but it turns out his dad actually began his record collection with Twisted Sister’s rock anthem, “We’re Not Gonna Take It.”

FAVORITE SPORT: Griffin guessed football, which is exactly what Joey wrote down. Some things never change!

FAVORITE BAND: Griffin confidently guessed his dad's iconic R&B peers: "New Edition!" When it was revealed that Joey had actually handwritten The Fat City Band, Griffin lost it, laughing, "What the f?"*

FAVORITE MUSIC: Once again, Griffin guessed "whatever style of music that Frank Sinatra made." But Joey actually wrote down "funk." "I don't know what he was on..." Griffin laughed.

FAVORITE MOVIE: Griffin guessed, "Some weird movie, probably?" But he nodded in instant agreement when told his dad’s answer was Midnight Run. "Oh, yeah. I need to watch that," he said.

FAVORITE ACTOR: Griffin nailed this one, knowing his dad’s favorite actor was—and still is—Robert DeNiro.

FAVORITE ACTRESS: This one initially stumped Griffin as he tried to recall which Hollywood starlets his dad admired back then. He was incredibly touched to find out that Joey actually wrote down “Judith McIntyre.” Joey’s sister (and Griffin’s aunt) appeared on Guiding Light and had roles in films like Far and Away.

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Griffin hit a wall when it came to television. He guessed Full House as Joey's favorite show, only to find out his dad wrote down Monday Night Football. "That's not a TV show!" Griffin protested.

FAVORITE VACATION SPOT: Griffin assumed his dad would enjoy the warmth and beaches of The Bahamas. But no, Joey answered his hometown of Boston. (One must assume that with his rigorous global tour schedule back then, just heading home felt like the ultimate vacation!)

FAVORITE COLORS: Griffin was correct in saying his dad’s favorite color was blue, though technically it’s a trio: Joey wrote down red, white, and blue.

FAVORITE CAR: Griffin assumed his dad's teenage dream car would be a classic Mercedes. Joey's actual answer was a total monument to late-80s luxury: A 3.25 BMW with a phone. Stunned by the era of the car phone, Griffin smiled, "I need to write this down."

FAVE TYPE OF CLOTHES: Griffin didn't know what his dad might have said, but he wasn’t at all surprised to learn the answer was simply, “comfortable.”

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT PLAYED: Griffin didn’t think his dad played any instruments back then, guessing, "Maybe piano?" As it turned out, Joey’s actual answer was close: “a little keyboard.”

PASTIMES/HOBBIES: Griffin guessed "golf," which may be true today, but in the ‘80s, his dad was all about “bowling.”

BIGGEST LIKE: Griffin immediately answered Boston’s beloved NBA team, The Celtics. But Joey’s real answer was much sweeter: “nice girls.” To which Griffin replied, "Oh my God!"

BIGGEST DISLIKE: It was a logical guess for Griffin to go with “mean girls.” But his dad had actually answered with something much deeper: “homelessness.”

IF YOU HAD ONE WISH, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Again, it made perfect sense for Griffin to think his dad’s ultimate wish was "For the Celtics to win or something?" But keeping in line with his previous answer, Joey wrote: “to end homelessness.”

Related: NKOTB Members Reveal Their Favorite Songs Ahead of 2026 Las Vegas Residency: ‘I Can’t Pick Just One’

PERFECT WAY TO SPEND A DATE: Griffin hilariously cringed at this category, saying, "I don't really want to know what he says!" But I made sure he knew it was a totally benign, PG answer: “movie, walk, and dinner. Alone!”

WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR IN A GIRL?: Griffin was sure it would be a "nice personality," but he liked his dad’s actual response: “independence, good looking and charm.”

MOST PRIZED POSSESSION: Griffin guessed his dad's "car," but he was happy to hear that Joey’s answer was actually “family.”

FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MEMORY: Griffin thought his dad’s favorite memory would involve playing football. Instead, he was genuinely touched to learn that Joey’s favorite childhood memory was "taking a walk with my sister in the snow." "Oh, wow," Griffin said softly.

DESCRIBE YOURSELF? Without missing a beat, Griffin answered “funny.” He got a major kick out of his dad’s full response: "Funny. Somewhat of a wise guy, worried and chill." "Worried and chill. That's hilarious," Griffin laughed.

When I asked Griffin how he would describe himself today in comparison to his pop icon dad, he saw the family resemblance instantly. "Funny, sometimes a wise guy. Worried and... No, I'm not worried. I'm just a funny, wise guy, excited, and I think a lot."

While Griffin might not have inherited his dad's 1989 taste in car phones or funk bands, he has undeniably inherited the McIntyre charisma.

Editor's Note: Want to know what Griffin is listening to today, what it was like having rock icon Linda Perry push him to produce his own music, and get an exclusive scoop on his next single? Head over to Lauren's Substack, The Teen Mag Time Machine, for the full, exclusive Q&A with Griffin McIntyre and more deep dives into the vaults of teen mags and pop culture nostalgia!

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‘Black Chyna’ Promises Fans She’s Entering a ‘New Chapter,’ and Everyone Has the Same Reaction

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:02pm

Angela White is entering a new era of transformation. The model, television personality, rapper, entrepreneur, and socialite, formerly known as Blac Chyna, is no longer defined by headlines and controversy but by growth, healing, and purpose. Rewriting her own narrative, White has been actively sharing her reinvention journey with her fans every step of the way.

Leaving fans with a cryptic message this morning, White hinted at the next phase of her evolution through social media. In a recent Instagram post, she wrote: 

"So excited to share my story and let you in on this new chapter ~ Angela."

She shared a message with her fans, saying they “deserve to know what’s going on in my life… thank y’all for making me feel comfortable even doing this… I am excited for this journey, and hope you follow along, feel inspired, and empowered. Just know that you can become a better version of yourself, can learn, can change,” ending with “Christians can have some fun?”

The vague post is most likely a reference to her completing a year in her Christian Leadership and Management program.

Her profile currently identifies her as Angela White and focuses heavily on fitness, wellness, faith, sobriety, family, and business projects, rather than on the celebrity drama she was known for years ago. Her social media features an “Access the real Angela White” subscription option, with highlights including Fitness, Living Life, Jump Rope, What I Eat, and more.

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Reclaiming Angela White

Angela has been proactively reshaping her public image and personal life over the past several years, shifting away from the Blac Chyna moniker as she focuses on her faith, sobriety, and a healthier lifestyle. She appears genuinely happy on her wellness path, proudly celebrating her sobriety journey with her children as she has opened up about her past struggles with alcohol.

Recent media coverage has increasingly focused on Angela White rather than the celebrity drama that once dominated headlines. Discussions now center on her faith, sobriety, co-parenting relationship with ex Rob Kardashian, business ventures, and personal development.

One of the most significant aspects of White’s transformation has been her commitment to sobriety. She has openly discussed her past struggles with alcohol and frequently shares messages about wellness, self-discipline, and personal growth. In recent social media posts, she has described sobriety as giving her life back, celebrated milestones alongside her children, and encouraged followers who may be facing similar challenges. Fans have responded positively, praising her honesty and the authenticity she brings to her recovery journey.

White’s spiritual growth has also become a central theme of her public life. She has spoken openly about her Christian faith and has been studying Christian Leadership and Management. Her message is one of transformation, emphasizing that growth and faith can coexist with joy and self-expression. She promotes the idea that “Christians can have fun,” encouraging followers to embrace both spirituality and authenticity.

While her personal transformation remains a major focus, White is also revisiting her creative ambitions. She recently dropped a new music video, Blac Chyna - AI COVER GIRL.

Related: Pete Davidson Praises Ex Kim Kardashian's 'Crazy Good' Acting Skills, Calls Her 'Superhuman'

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Amazon's 'Sleek and Stylish' $26 Adjustable Floor Lamp Looks 'High-End' and Adds Instant Ambiance

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:01pm

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The right lighting can make or break a space. When it's so dim that you can't see what you're doing, but overhead lights are too harsh, adding a lamp can help strike the perfect balance. Notably great for giving you light exactly where you need it, a perfectly positioned floor lamp can make any room cozy and inviting. If you know exactly which corner of your home could use some illumination and just haven't found the right fit yet, there's an excellent option on sale at Amazon that's worth checking out. 

Now just $26, the Lalisu Floor Lamp rivals more expensive styles with a highly adjustable design that's basically like having multiple lamps in one. You can reposition the lamp to direct light wherever you need it, and the height can also be adjusted to achieve a precise fit for your space. At under $30, this lamp's modern look and versatility make it a standout compared to similarly priced options. 

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Whether your space leans more industrial, modern, or rustic, this lamp should fit right in. The standard 57-inch-tall metal style with brass accents is available in two black styles, white, gray, and green. While the white is priced lowest at $26, all five colors are currently under $30. There is also a taller black version of this same lamp on sale for $35. 

This lamp's post can be extended from 34 inches to a full 57 inches, giving you plenty of height flexibility to adapt the lamp to your space's needs. The flexible lamphead can rotate a full 180 degrees, which makes it much more versatile than lamps with a fixed light. You can direct it toward the ceiling for moody uplighting, shift it down to spotlight decor, or use it to illuminate a workspace.

The included 60-watt LED bulb emits a soft light that's perfect for reading nooks, offices, and any room you want to make feel a bit cozier. To keep the lamp stable, it features a substantial base measuring 14 inches in diameter, so you shouldn't have to worry about it toppling over. 

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Describing this floor lamp as "sleek and stylish," reviewers raved that it looked "beautiful" in living rooms, bedrooms, and beyond. Several shoppers were pleased by the "space-saving" design, noting that the "size is perfect for a tight space." A reviewer also said this lamp's versatility was "phenomenal."

One shopper noted that this lamp has a "comparable look" to more expensive European styles, for half the price. Another customer who compared the lamp to "high-end" styles noted that "the brass touches give it an expensive look."

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You won't want to miss the chance to upgrade your home's lighting for just $26 while the Lalisu Floor Lamp is on sale. Add it to your Amazon cart now while you still can!

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Wyatt Russell, the Son of Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn, Looks Just Like His Parents on the Red Carpet

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:46pm

Wyatt Russell, the son of beloved actors Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn, looks exactly like his parents on the red carpet.

Wyatt, 39, who previously scored success as a hockey goaltender, has made waves lately for his acting career in roles in the Disney+ series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and the film Thunderbolts*. He also teamed up with his dad in Apple TV’s Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, which follows members of the Monarch organization as they encounter Godzilla and several other monsters known as Titans. But now, the star is heading out on his own, appearing in director Steven Spielberg's latest project, Disclosure Day, alongside Emily Blunt,Eve Hewson, Josh O'Connor, and Colman Domingo. The handsome actor hit a photocall for the film at Rose Court in Southwark, London, and looked like the perfect fusion of his famous parents. With the blonde hair and blue eyes of his mom and the facial features of his dad, there's no doubt who his parents are.

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Wyatt is Now a Parent, Too

Wyatt, who shares two boys with his wife, Meredith Hagner, has bonded even more with his famous parents since becoming a father. Last year, he opened up about his own journey to parenthood.

“When you become a parent, you realize what your parents feel about you,” he told PEOPLE. “And so you realize that all they want you to be is happy. They want you to live a fulfilled life, and that’s all you care about for your kids. And so I’m imagining that’s all my parents care about.”

After welcoming their second baby, Boone, in 2024, Hagner took to Instagram to share a sweet post of herself and Russell with their newborn in the delivery room.

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After welcoming their first son, Buddy Prine, in 2021, Russell told Entertainment Tonight that becoming a dad changed his entire way of life.

“It’s everything you didn’t know it was going to be,” he shared. “I think everything you hope it’s gonna be is like a mish-mash in your mind before it really happens and then after it happens, whatever happened before is almost like [it never happened].”

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Paramount+ Drops First Look at 'Lioness' Season 3 Ahead of August Premiere

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:31pm

When Special Ops: Lioness premiered last July on Paramount+, it broke records for the streamer at the time for the most-watched worldwide premiere. Even so, it took Paramount almost a year to announce a second season pickup. Now called Lioness, the Taylor Sheridan-created show recruits a new Lioness for its latest mission. 

Here's everything we know so far about season 3 of Lioness.

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What is Lioness about?

Lioness is a fact-based drama series about two agents in a U.S. undercover female operative program. Zoe Saldana stars as Joe with Nicole Kidman as Kaitlyn Meade. Both actresses take on the added role of executive producer.

The show also added Yellowstone and 1883 alums. Dave Annable, who played John Dutton's eldest son Lee on Yellowstone, plays Joe's husband, Neil. LaMonica Garrett from 1883 plays CIA operative Tucker while frequent Sheridan-verse actor James Jordan took on the role of CIA operative Two Cups. Jordan's previous roles include TV series 1883, Yellowstone and Mayor of Kingstownand several of Sheridan's feature films.

Frequent-Hallmark Channel actress Jill Wagner also serves as executive producer and will star in the show.

Related: Everything You Need to Know About Yellowstone, Including When Season 5 Returns

Is Lioness based on other material?

Lioness is based on a real-life CIA program.

What happened in the first season of  Lioness?

In the first season of Special Ops: Lioness, Marine Cruz Manuelos (Laysla De Oliveira) is recruited by the CIA with a mission to befriend the daughter of a terrorist financier.

What happened in season 2 of Lioness?

In season 2 of Lioness, the CIA’s fight against terror moved closer to home, Joe (Zoe Saldaña), Kaitlyn (Nicole Kidman) and Byron (Michael Kelly) enlisted a new Lioness operative to infiltrate a previously unknown threat. With pressure mounting from all sides, Joe was forced to confront the profound personal sacrifices she made as the leader of the Lioness program.

What will happen in Season 3 of Lioness?

In Season Three, hidden networks, foreign operatives, and personal betrayals collide. Joe walks the line between duty and home as unseen forces circle her world. Patterns appear where they shouldn’t, names vanish, and paths rearrange. Guided by Kaitlyn and Westfield, Joe confronts enemies operating in the shadows, leaving her to reckon with a war that now reaches into every part of her life.

Meet the Lioness cast Zoe Saldaña. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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Zoe Saldana as Joe

Joe is the station chief of the Lioness program tasked with training, managing and leading her female undercover operatives.

Saldana also serves as one of the show's executive producers. She is best known for her roles in popular film franchises such as Star Trek, The Guardians of the Galaxy, Marvel films and Avatar.

Fun fact: Saldana's first professional acting role was on Law & Order!

Nicole Kidman. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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Nicole Kidman as Kaitlyn Meade

Meade is the CIA’s Senior Supervisor who has had a long career of playing the politics game. She must juggle the trappings of being a woman in the high-ranking intelligence community, a wife that longs for the attention she can’t give and a mentor to someone veering suspiciously close to the same rocky road she’s found herself on.

Kidman is best known for her roles in Moulin Rouge!, Cold Mountain and The Hours for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress.

Morgan Freeman. Photo Credit: Lauren Smith/Paramount+.

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Morgan Freeman as Edwin Mullins

Morgan Freeman moves up to series regular for Season 2 of Lioness where he plays U.S. Secretary of State Edwin Mullins. Freeman has had a storied career beginning with TV roles on The Electric Company, Ryan's Hope and Another World. He would go on to receive Oscar nods for Driving Miss Daisy, The Shawshank Redemption and Million Dollar Baby, winning the Academy Award for the latter.

Related: Morgan Freeman Talks Faith, Afterlife and The Story of God

L-R: Laysla De Oliveira, Genesis Rodriguez. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+.

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Laysla De Oliveira as Cruz Manuelos

Cruz is a rough-around-the-edges but passionate young Marine recruited to join the Lioness Engagement Team to help bring down a terrorist organization from within.

De Oliveira, a Canadian-born Brazilian, started modeling at 14 but always wanted to be an actor. She has had notable roles in Locke & Key, In the Tall Grass and Maid of Honour.

Fun fact: De Oliveira has been in a long-term relationship with Reign star Jonathan Keltz.

Genesis Rodriguez as Capt. Josephina Carrillo

Rodriguez joins the Lioness team on their latest missions. Rodriguez has previously appeared in The Umbrella Academy, The Fugitive and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.

Jill Wagner. Jill Wagner as Bobby

Bobby is a CIA Special Activities Division operative.

Wagner is best known for her roles in Hallmark Channel and Great American Family movies. She also serves as an executive producer on this series.

Related: Jill Wagner and Paul Greene Reunite in Great American Family's Bringing Christmas Home

Dave Annable as Neil

Neil is Joe's husband and the father of their two daughters.

Annable made his acting debut on NBC's Third Watch, but is probably best known for his role on ABC's Brothers & Sisters.

Fun fact: Annable played Lee, the eldest son of John Dutton (Kevin Costner) on the popular Paramount Network series, Yellowstone.

LaMonica Garrett. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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LaMonica Garrett as Tucker

Tucker is an experienced CIA Special Activities Division operative on Joe's team.

Garrett is best known for his roles on Sons of Anarchy, Designated Survivor and the Yellowstone prequel series, 1883.

Fun fact: Garrett was named after former Oakland Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica.

Michael Kelly. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+ Michael Kelly as Bryon Westfield

Emmy-nominated Kelly joins the cast in the recurring role of CIA Deputy Director Byron Westfield who manages Kaitlyn Meade and her team of Lioness special operatives.

Kelly is best known for his role as Doug Stamper on all six seasons of Netflix's House of Cards. Other credits include Unbreakable, Law & Order, Criminal Minds and the Max series, The Penguin.

Martin Donovan as Errol Meade

Donovan will have a recurring role as Errol Meade, Kaitlyn's whip-smart financial wheeler dealer husband.

Martin Donovan is probably best known for his role as Peter Scottson on Weeds. His other credits include Tenet, Nancy Drew and Firefly Lane.

L-R: Austin Hébert, James Jordan. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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James Jordan as Two Cups

Along with Tucker, Two Cups is also an experienced CIA operative on Joe's team.

If Jordan looks familiar, then you've probably seen him on several other Taylor Sheridan shows. On Yellowstone he played Livestock Agent Steve Hendon. He played prison guard Ed Simmons in Mayor of Kingstown and Cookie in 1883. He'll also appear in the upcoming Taylor Sheridan series, Landman. Previous credits include 24, Justified, Bloodline and True Blood.

Austin Hébert as Randy

Randy is a tech specialist in charge of surveillance and gathering intelligence within Joe's counter-terrorism team. 

Hebert's credits include Yellowstone, True Blood and Ray Donovan.

L-R: Zoe Saldaña, Hannah Love Lanier, Celestina Harris. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+.

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Hannah Love Lanier, Celestina Harris as Kate, Charlie

Lanier and Harris play the daughters of Joe and Neil.

Is anyone new joining the cast for Season 3 of Lioness? L-R: Ian Bohen, Sandi Todorovic, LaMonica Garrett. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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Ian Bohen as Grady

Ian Bohen joins the cast as Grady, a by-the-book Delta Forece operative and an experienced K9 handler. He brings with him highly skilled battlefield tactics from his days as a Delta Force operative.

Like James Jordan, Bohen is quite familiar with the Taylor Sheridan universe, having appeared in several of Sheridan's shows including Yellowstone and Wind River.

When does production begin on season 3 of Lioness?

Lioness began filming Season 3 in October 2025 and wrapped in late March 2026.

Related: The Complete List of Taylor Sheridan's Many Paramount Series

Where did Lioness film in Season 3?

Lioness literally filmed all over the world for the first season with locations in Spain and Africa as well as the U.S. in Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Texas. Season 2 and 3 filmed mainly in Texas including locations in and around Fort Worth and Dallas.

When does Lioness premiere?

Season 3 of Lioness will premiere on Sunday, Aug. 2. Following episodes will drop weekly on Sundays on Paramount+.

Where can I watch Lioness?

Lioness will stream exclusively on Paramount+.

Is Lioness airing on Paramount Network?

Lioness will only stream on Paramount+ at this point. Other Taylor Sheridan streaming shows have ended up on the broadcast network or have simultaneously aired the premieres so we can't rule out a move to the linear network after its initial streaming run.

Are there any images from Season 3 Lioness?

Yes! Check out these images from Season 3 of Lioness in the gallery below.

Lioness - Season 3Paramount+ Zoe Saldaña as Joe in Lioness, episode 1, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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Nicole Kidman as Kaitlyn in Lioness, episode 2, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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L-R: Zoe Saldaña as Joe, Thad Luckinbill as Kyle, Laysla De Oliveira as Cruz in Lioness, episode 3, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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LaMonica Garrett as Tucker in Lioness, episode 1, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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L-R: Zoe Saldaña as Joe, Laysla De Oliveira as Cruz, Ian Bohen as Grady, episode 1, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Lauren Smith/Paramount+.

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Zoe Saldaña as Joe in Lioness, episode 1, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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L-R: Austin Hébert as Randy and James Jordan as Two Cups in Lioness, episode 1, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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Nicole Kidman as Kaitlyn in Lioness, episode 2, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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Elizaveta Neretin in Lioness, episode 4, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Lauren Smith/Paramount+.

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L-R: Laysla De Oliveira as Cruz and LaMonica Garrett as Tucker in Lioness, episode 1, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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Morgan Freeman as Edwin Mullins in Lioness, episode 4, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Lauren Smith/Paramount+.

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L-R: Zoe Saldaña as Joe and Dave Annable as Neal in Lioness, episode 4, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Lauren Smith/Paramount+.

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L-R: Laysla De Oliveira as Cruz, Austin Hébert as Randy, Jill Wagner as Bobby, James Jordan as Two Cups, Jonah Wharton as Tex, LaMonica Garrett as Tucker, Thad Luckinbill as Kyle in episode 4, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Lauren Smith/Paramount+.

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L-R: Ian Bohen as Grady, Sandi Todorovic as Alex, LaMonica Garrett as Tucker, in Lioness, episode 5, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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Thad Luckinbill as Kyle in Lioness, episode 1, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+.

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L-R: Michael Kelly as Byron Westfield and Nicole Kidman as Kaitlyn in Lioness, episode 5, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+.

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L-R: Morgan Freeman as Edwin Mullins, Michael Kelly as Byron Westfield, Nicole Kidman as Kaitlyn, Zoe Saldaña as Joe, in Lioness, episode 5, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+.

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L-R: Zoe Saldaña as Joe, Hannah Love Lanier as Kate, Celestina Harris as Charlie, in Lioness, episode 6, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+.

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L-R: Morgan Freeman as Edwin Mullins and Zoe Saldaña as Joe in Lioness, episode 6, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+.

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L-R: Zoe Saldaña as Joe and Nicole Kidman as Kaitlynin Lioness, episode 8, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+.

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L-R: Laysla De Oliveira as Cruz and Genesis Rodriguez as Josie in Lioness, episode 1, season 3, streaming on Paramount+, 2026. Photo Credit: Ryan Green/Paramount+.

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These Are the Twenty-Three States Where the Northern Lights Will Be Visible Tonight

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:28pm

It’s time to get outside tonight and look up at the sky. The Northern Lights should be visible in several states. It’s all due to a G3 geomagnetic storm. These storms happen when there is a strong disturbance in the Earth’s magnetic field.

What are the Northern Lights?

When electrically charged particles from space enter the Earth’s atmosphere and collide with molecules and gases, particles in the atmosphere gain energy. To return to their normal state, they release energy as light. That’s how the northern lights are born.

All of this is what has prompted the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center to issue a G3 geomagnetic storm alert for tonight, June 5, 2026. This means people in several states have a pretty good chance of seeing this natural light show.

The northern lights usually appear faint at first. They may also look pale green. During strong geomagnetic storms, they burst out with shades of neon green, pink, or purple that shoot across the night sky.

Related: Alaska Airlines Debuts 1st-Ever Transatlantic 737 MAX Flight to the Land of Geothermal Lagoons and Northern Lights

Where Can I See the Northern Lights?

While everyone may want to try to catch a glimpse, the northern lights are not visible everywhere in the U.S. According to NOAA, these are the states where you can try to see them tonight:

  • Alaska
  • Connecticut
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Maine
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • New Hampshire
  • New York
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • South Dakota
  • Vermont
  • Washington
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

According to NOAA, the peak times to catch a glimpse are between 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. on June 5th. They say that people in Alaska, Idaho, Maine, Michigan, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, and Washington have the best chance of seeing the northern lights. 

Related: Scientists Capture Mysterious Green Lights in Hawaiian Sunset Sky, and They're Totally Stumped

How to See the Northern Lights

Seeing the northern lights isn’t a case of just going outside and looking up. You want to head somewhere dark with clear views of the northern skies. Don’t go anywhere with city lights. 

Once you find your viewing spot, give your eyes time to adjust. You might not be able to see the aurora right away. Tools like NOAA’s aurora dashboard and apps like Aurora Now can be helpful in pinpointing the lights as well.

If you want to photograph the northern lights, you can try to do it with your smartphone. 

Turn your phone to night mode so the shutter stays open longer. Keep it steady and don’t zoom in. If your phone has a “pro” or “manual” mode, this can also be helpful. Of course, you can also use a professional camera.

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Bono’s Daughter Eve Hewson, 34, Is an Absolute Red Carpet Stunner

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:25pm

Eve Hewson, the daughter of U2 legend Bono, is absolutely stunning on the red carpet.

The Irish actress, 34, has snagged coveted acting roles in projects ranging from The Knick to Bad Sisters. Now appearing in director Steven Spielberg's latest project, Disclosure Day, alongside Emily BluntJosh O’Connor, and Colman Domingo, the beauty worked the red carpet with a haunting gaze in a black silk dress. While she may not be a dead ringer for her musician father, Hewson is a true beauty who's likely to go far in Hollywood.

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What Has Eve Hewson Said About Being Bono's Daughter?

Hewson, whose real name is Memphis Eve Sunny Day Iris Hewson, has certainly come into her own as an actress in recent years. In a 2024 New York Times piece, Hewson opened up about growing up in the shadow of her father’s unparalleled success. Constantly questioning whether people wanted to be her friend because of her dad’s fame, she took solace in acting and found tremendous comfort in pretending to be somebody else. These days, she’s earned acclaim for roles on Bad Sisters and The Perfect Couple, and said it’s a nice change from worrying that people want to be her friend because she has a swimming pool, as she feared as a kid.

“When people come up to me and say, ‘You’re the crazy wife from that show on Netflix,’ I’m like, ‘Oh, you’re actually recognizing me and my work,’” she explained. “They probably have no idea of the connection or don’t even care. It’s a nice feeling.”

What's Next for Eve Hewson?

Back in April, Deadline reported that Hewson is set to star opposite Channing Tatum in Isle of Man for Amazon MGM Studios. The film is about the Isle of Man TT, the world’s oldest continuously running motorsport event.  

"The TT represents the pinnacle of sporting endeavor and the relentless pursuit of glory," the piece notes.

Related: Bono's Daughter Eve Hewson, 33, is a True Beauty in Blue at Wimbledon

Disney+ Has Made It Harder To Search for the Show or Movie You Love

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:19pm

App updates happen all the time, and they’re usually done to help improve functionality. However, a quiet update to the Disney+ app has removed a key function that users have had from the very beginning when it launched in 2019.

Users can no longer use the A-Z search function, making it harder for anyone to find the movies and shows that they love the most. Disney+ didn’t even announce that this was happening, with many users finding out from the end of May that everything had changed.

What’s not clear is whether this was a mistake. At the time of writing this, the functionality wasn’t available. It’s possible that it’s some bug as Disney+ and Hulu start to merge, but Disney hasn’t mentioned anything to clarify.

Disney+’s Search Makes It Harder to Find Content

The removal of the A-Z search function makes it much harder to find anything. When users search for a show or movie, the list will populate based on Disney+’s own metrics. Sure, if you type in the full name of something, anything related to that specific name should pop up first.

However, what if you don’t know the full name of a movie? What if you only have a vague idea based on something that people have suggested? If you knew the first word, you could search alphabetically and find it.

There is also the problem of going past the more well-known entities. Now, the only option is to search one by one, but before, it was possible to search through the catalogue, based on the title. This could help rediscover older shows and movies that have been forgotten about.

The Homepage Only Shows What’s Popular

As with all streaming platforms, the homepage is limited. It brings up the newest shows and movies to hit a platform, or it will show some of the highest-rated options based on your previous viewing history. If you have friends or relatives visiting and they watch on your username instead of a guest one, that quickly changes the suggested offerings.

It doesn’t help to find some of the less obscure pieces of content. It makes the A-Z function more and more important. This could be just a mistake, though, as the function did disappear and was re-added in 2022. If Disney+ is removing it, the idea needs to be reexamined.

'70s Rock Legend's Greatest Hits Album Surges on Billboard Charts Over 30 Years Later

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:19pm

One of Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band's "Greatest Hits" albums is climbing up the Billboard 200 over three decades after its initial release.

Seger's iconic 1994 compilation album surged on the Billboard 200 albums chart this week, rising to the No. 134 spot in new chart standings for the week of June 6. It marks an impressive jump for the 32-year-old album, as it moved up 18 spots from last week's placement at No. 152.

The latest chart appearance extends the album's total weeks spent on the chart to 617, more than any other album in Seger's catalog. The Greatest Hits album previously peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard 200 the same week of its release in November 1994.

As promised in the album's title, the track list features some of the biggest chart-toppers released between 1972 and 1994, like the 1976 hit "Night Moves" and 1978's "Old Time Rock and Roll."

The Greatest Hits album Seger's best-selling record, earning a Diamond certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying 10 million units sold.

Seger and The Silver Bullet Band later released another compilation album, Greatest Hits 2, which came out in 2003 and featured more fan-favorite tracks like "Shakedown," which was featured in the hit film Beverly Hills Cop II. Seger's second Greatest Hits album has spent just 26 weeks on the Billboard 200, and reached its peak position at No. 23.

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Here's the full track list for Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band's 1994 Greatest Hits album:

  1. "Roll Me Away"
  2. "Night Moves"
  3. "Turn the Page - Live"
  4. "You'll Accomp'ny Me"
  5. "Hollywood Nights"
  6. "Still the Same"
  7. "Old Time Rock & Roll"
  8. "We've Got Tonight"
  9. "Against the Wind"
  10. "Mainstreet"
  11. "The Fire Inside"
  12. "Like a Rock"
  13. C'est La Vie"
  14. "In Your Time"

Related: 1971 Rock Classic, Never a Major Chart Hit, Became One of the Greatest Guitar Songs Ever

Sharon Stone Reveals Traumatizing '90s Role Made Her Sleepwalk

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:17pm

The erotic thriller Basic Instinct holds a special place in pop culture. Crime novelist Catherine Tramell (Sharon Stone) is the prime suspect in a murder case, which Detective Nick Curran (Michael Douglas) investigates.

Stone, 68, revealed the Oscar-winning movie took a toll on her mental health. But it also taught her something important about herself.

Sharon Stone Says 'Basic Instinct' Was Traumatizing

The actress talked about one of her most iconic roles in Variety's Actors on Actors with Keke Palmer. Stone said playing Catherine pushed her mentally.

"This is what Basic Instinct did for me because I had to dig into every dark corner until I was--I literally was sleepwalking when I was making this movie," she said. "I woke up three times in my car fully dressed [because] it was so traumatizing to play such a heavy character, such a dark person."

Related: Sharon Stone Addresses Criticism of ‘Euphoria’ and That Ending

Stone said she's actually a goofy person. She learned from the role that she's a "light" person and it set her free.

The actress previously revealed to Vanity Fair that she had nightmares while filming. She also freaked out during the stabbing scene because the actor playing the victim didn't respond after they cut.

"I thought that the retractable fake ice pick had failed to retract and that I had in fact killed him," she explained. The actor passed out because of the number of times she hit his chest.

The iconic role got a strong reaction from the public. That made her realize people were projecting their darkness onto her because of her character.

"I understand that," she said. Stone said she's used to people coming up to her and treating her as one of her characters rather than herself. But the role solidified that she wasn't full of darkness to herself.

Related: ‘Sex and the City’ Star Addresses Samantha and Smith’s Controversial Ending

 'Dancing With the Stars' Judge Bruno Tonioli Reveals Exactly How Long He Plans to Stay on the Show

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:16pm

Dancing with the Stars returns to ABC this fall for its 35th season and, happily, Bruno Tonioli, one of the two remaining OG judges along with Carrie Ann Inaba, shared that he will be returning for another season.

"The thing with me, I'm kind of the least planning person," Tonioli told TVLine in an interview shared on Thursday when asked if he's given any thought on how long he wants to continue judging the dance competition. "I love my job. I really, really enjoy it. That's really the reason. I enjoy the public. It is almost like doing a Broadway show. There is such instant feedback you get from the audience."

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A big part of his enjoyment in the job is watching and critiquing the work done by the pro dancers, who each week choreograph a dance for their celebrity partner.

"The kids really excite me, I'm not making it up," he continued. "They deliver work of the highest standard and I'm always excited about watching what they're going to do."

And so, Tonioli reiterates that "until they [don 't] want me, I'll be there. Because I really love the show. I really do."

Related: Dancing With the Stars Launching New Spinoff to Crown the Next Pro

Tonioli also spoke to TVLine about this summer’s new spinoff show Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro, which premieres on July 13 and will feature 12 young ballroom dancers who will compete for a permanent position in this fall’s DWTS pro cast. Season 34 champ Robert Irwin will host with pro Mark Ballas and his mom, Shirley Ballas, aka "the Queen of Latin," serving as permanent judges, along with as yet unnamed guest judges.

“I am not in the spinoff but friends of mine are,” Tonioli said. “I can’t give too much away but it’s very exciting to see potential new talent. “

As for how the new pro may fair next season on DWTS, Tonioli says, “Imagine a football team. We always push for the best. We always want the best. Judges always push them, ‘Give me more!’ So, they have to get in and prove themselves but it is friendly competition. Knock me out.”

Dancing With the Stars returns this fall on ABC, Disney+ and Hulu. Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro premieres on July 13 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. Streams next day on Hulu.

Next, Will Dancing with the Stars Return for Season 35?

Walmart’s 'Lightweight' $27 Floral Comforter Set Is 'Perfect for Summer' and 'Feels Heavenly'

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:15pm

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Want to give your bedroom a little update? Your bedding is a great place to start. As a focal point of your room, the aesthetic of your bed can make all the difference. If you’re looking for something that looks and feels summer-ready, Walmart’s bestselling Exclusivo Mezcla 3-Piece Floral Comforter Set is a fantastic choice. Right now, you can score it on sale for over 50% off! 

Normally retailing for $55, the queen comforter set in the light blue style is currently marked down to just $27. You can also snag it in a twin or king set. Those normally retail for $51 and $60, and are now on sale for $24 and $29, respectively. The twin comforter set includes one pillow sham, while the queen and king sets each come with two. 

Exclusivo Mezcla 3-Piece Queen Floral Comforter Set, From $27 (was $55) at Walmart

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The comforter features a nature-inspired design with swirly branches with heart-shaped leaves and yellow and white flowers, set against a light blue background. The matching pillow shams create a cohesive look, tying everything together. Summery and vibrant, this comforter set will instantly brighten up your room and add a pop of color. If you prefer a different style, this comforter set comes in seven other versions. Those typically retail for $59 in the queen size, but are now on sale for just $33. 

Lightweight and breathable, this comforter is ideal for all-season use, keeping you cozy without overheating on warm summer nights. Many reviewers raved that this comforter finds the perfect balance between light and heavy. Some shoppers also mentioned that it’s “perfect for summer.”

Filled with polyester, this comforter will feel like a snuggly cloud draped over you. It’s a great affordable alternative to down feathers, designed to mimic the plush and fluffy feel. Polyester is also hypoallergenic, which is ideal for those with sensitive skin and allergens. The exterior features brushed microfiber fabric, which is also made of polyester. The brushed finish gives this comforter a velvety texture.

Exclusivo Mezcla 3-Piece Queen Floral Comforter Set, From $27 (was $55) at Walmart

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“The fabric is incredibly soft against the skin, making it a joy to snuggle up in,” one reviewer said. They added that they appreciate the “lightweight feel.” Another shopper raved that “sleeping on it feels heavenly." They described the design as “vibrant and gorgeous” and commented that it makes their space feel “cozy and inviting.” 

Polyester is also much easier to care for compared to down feathers. Whenever you need to give this comforter a refresh, you can just toss it into the washing machine in cold water on a gentle cycle. Afterwards, tumble dry it on low heat. Many shoppers noted that it washes wonderfully. The fabric is subtly stitched in various places, ensuring that the filling stays evenly distributed and doesn’t clump up. 

Related: Amazon's 'Wonderful' $15 Pajama Set Is 'Wicked Comfortable,' and Comes in 14 'Really Cute' Colors'

For size reference, the twin comforter is 68 inches by 88 inches, the queen is 90 inches by 90 inches, and the king is 90 inches by 104 inches. The twin and queen pillow shams are 20 inches by 26 inches, and the king sham is 20 inches by 36 inches. They have an envelope closure,  which prevents your pillows from falling out. 

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Looking to replace your heavy-weight blanket for something that feels a bit more summer-ready? If so, don’t hesitate to snag the Exclusivo Mezcla 3-Piece Floral Comforter Set at Walmart while it’s still on sale for as low as $27! 

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Dua Lipa and Callum Turner's Three-Day Italian Wedding Sparks Backlash From Local Residents

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:14pm

While fans are eager to get any glimpse ofDua Lipaand Callum Turner's three-day nuptial celebrations in Sicily, Italy, not everyone is excited. Multiple reports claim that residents have expressed anger towards the two celebrities for closing down the city.

The "Training Season" singer recently wed the Masters of the Air actor in an intimate court ceremony during the week before jetting off to Italy. Details of their wedding have been kept under wraps, with paparazzi photos confirming they are in Sicily leading up to saying "I Do."

Recent photos show Lipa and Turner arriving at their welcome dinner in the city, in what appears to be a closed-off square or outside dining experience. According to The Daily Mail, a heavy police presence was seen around Palermo, with a ring of steel going around a Sicilian square where the two celebrities will hold their wedding celebrations. The closed-off areas appear to be around the multiple town squares, like the Piazza Sant’Anna and Piazza Croce dei Vespri.

With local areas closed off for three days, residents have shown signs of protest. Posters in both Italian and English have been posted, reading, " Palermo is not for rent. Public spaces belong to everyone," "We reclaim the right to live them (sic), free from private profit," and "Our square is not your living room," "Palermo is not for the rich."

Other reports state that the wedding organizers removed the posters before the protesting residents wrote the same phrases on the walls in graffiti. Due to the star-studded wedding event, it's said that locals have even been asked to sign non-disclosure agreements.

Related: Sharon Stone Reveals the Health Scare That Ended Her Marriage: 'He Was Done With Me Then'

It's also been reported that some businesses have been rented out and black screens leading to the Piazza Croce dei Vesperi have been put up to block off the area. Local business owners are also angered over having to close their shops early, with the weekend being one of their busiest and most profitable times of the week.

One business owner even commented to The Guardian that, "For example, for three days we’ve been forced to park miles away and walk to work. It’s not right to block the city – I could understand if it was for the pope, but not for a singer.”

Lipa and Turner began dating in 2024 after being spotted together on multiple occasions, and by 2025, rumors circulated of the two being engaged. The singer was spotted with an engagement ring, with her revealing the two connected over reading the same book.

New York Times Best-Selling Novel 'Meet Me in the Margins' Comes to Life on Great American Family

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:02pm

While I love the convenience of my Kindle with its ability to store hundreds of books on my "must-read" list, it will never compare to a good-old fashioned real, tangible book. The feel of the pages, the smell of the paper and the ink, even the weight of the tome, nothing beats it. In Great American Family's newest film, Meet Me in the Margins, two individuals have a mysterious slow-burn romance through the shared pages of a manuscript.

Read on for more about Meet Me in the Margins below and don't forget to check out the Parade exclusive sneak peek!

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What is Meet Me in the Margins about?

Meet Me in the Margins follows a hopeful writer whose dreams of becoming a novelist feel
increasingly out of reach – until a mysterious editor begins leaving notes in the margins of her manuscript. As the anonymous feedback challenges, encourages, and transforms her work, she begins to discover that the story unfolding off the page may be the one her heart has been waiting to write.

Related: Hallmark Star Diagnosed With Cancer at 44: ‘I Promise to Persevere

Is Meet Me in the Margins based on other material?

Yes! Meet Me in the Margins is based on the New York Times best selling novel of the same name by Melissa Ferguson.

Who's in the Cast ofMeet Me in the Margins? Merritt Patterson

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Merritt Patterson as Melissa Ferguson

Fan favorite Merritt Patterson starred in two of the most popular movies on Great American Family – One Perfect Match and Twas the Text Before Christmas. She previously starred in Catering Christmas and Jingle Bell Princess for the network. Last year she starred in their Christmas film, A Vintage Christmas opposite When Hope Calls star Christopher Russell. Patterson is best known for her role on The Royals.

Related: Fan Favorites Merritt Patterson and Christopher Russell Star in Great American Family's 'A Vintage Christmas' (Exclusive Sneak Peek)

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Liam McIntyre as William Pendleton

The Australian McIntyre is best known for his voiceover work and roles in shows such as Spartacus and This Little Love of Mine. His voiceover work includes roles on Family Guy, American Dad!, Justice League, and Star Trek: Lower Decks.

When Does Meet Me in the Margins on Great American Family?

Meet Me in the Margins premieres on Saturday, Jun. 13at 8 p.m.ET on Great American Media. Subscribers to Great American PureFlix can get early access to the film on Thursday, Jun. 11.

Related: Nikki DeLoach Heads to Greece for a Contract Marriage in Hallmark’s ‘The Greek Aisle’

Does Parade have a sneak peek of Meet Me in the Margins?

Yes! Check out this Parade exclusive sneak peek of Meet Me in the Margins below:

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Who Won ‘Jeopardy’ Today? (June 5, 2026) Plus, the Final Jeopardy Answer

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:00pm

There are three things guaranteed in the world today: Death, taxes, and Jeopardy! being on. Believe it or not, the iconic game show has been on the air for over 60 years (though the modern incarnation we know and love technically debuted in 1984). Under the watchful eye of Ken Jennings (who himself was a record-breaking champion), Jeopardy! puts three people's trivia skills and reflexes to the ultimate test. And so many of the greats to grace those podiums started by simply watching the show as it aired on weekdays, as millions have done for over half a century.

Here's a spoiler-filled recap of who won Jeopardy! today, plus the answer to Final Jeopardy.

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Who won Jeopardy today?Peter McFerrin

Peter McFerrin won his fifth consecutive game with $19,201, bringing his 5-day running total to $116,198 and qualifying for the Tournament of Champions.

Who are the Jeopardy contestants today?Seth McElroy

Seth McElroy is a registered nurse from Charlottesville, Virginia.

Jackie Goncalves

Jackie Goncalves is an art department coordinator from Brooklyn, New York.

Peter McFerrin

Peter McFerrin is an energy industry professional from Corona, California.

Related: Sam Heughan Surprises ‘Jeopardy!’ Fans With an ‘Outlander’ Category — Can You Answer the Clues?

What was Final Jeopardy today?

Final Jeopardy today was in the category "MILITARY HISTORY."

The clue: "At the U.S. Naval Academy, a 19th c. memorial inscribed 'Commerce laments their fall' honors heroes of this conflict."

The answer: "What are the Barbary Wars?"

McFerrin entered with a pre-FJ score of $23,000, and his smart wager of $3,799 meant that even if he got it wrong, he’d still finish above the max possible score for second place, which was held by Gonclaves, with $9.600.

After a wrong response (“War of 1812”), he dropped down to $19,201, while Goncalves won the internet with a refreshingly honest response of “Literally, idk Ken,” wagering $600 and getting a final score of $9,000. McElroy wagered $47 an dropped to $4,353, without responding. 

Despite missing FJ, McFerrin ended the week with his fifth consecutive win

McFerrin will be back on Monday for his sixth attempt.

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When is Jeopardy on next?

Jeopardy! will come back on Monday, June 8, with a new episode. Check your local listings to find out when to watch

Where is Jeopardy streaming?

Jeopardy! is available on both Hulu and Peacock. Subscribers can enjoy watching new episodes the next day, as well as access a vault of many classic episodes to enjoy at a moment's notice.

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Jessie James Decker Reveals the One Strict Condition Under Which She Would Return to Reality Television

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 2:59pm

Jessie James Decker is not completely ruling out another reality show, but she has a very clear boundary.

The singer, entrepreneur, and former reality star said in a new interview with Page Six that she would be open to returning to television, but not in the same way she did with Eric & Jessie: Game On, the E! series she starred in with her husband, Eric Decker, from 2013 to 2017.

This time, Decker said she would want to protect what happens inside her home, especially now that her children are older.

"What I'm so proud of for our family is how we keep things so normal and safe for our kids," Decker told the outlet.

Decker and her husband share four children: daughter Vivianne, 12, and sons Eric Jr., also known as "Bubby," 10, Forrest, 8, and Denver, 2.

Jessie James Decker Says Her Family Life Is "Private and Sacred" Eric Decker, Jessie James Decker at Fox's "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test" Red Carpet Event held at the Fox Lot on September 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/Variety via Getty Images)

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Decker said she enjoys sharing parts of her life online, including funny videos and social media moments with her husband, but she wants to remain in control of what the public sees.

"I give what I want to give on social [media]," she said. "I love being able to give little bits here and there of fun stuff that we're in charge of and in control of."

A full reality show about her home life would be different.

"My family's just too precious for me to open that up to that whole world again," Decker said. "And we did that before we really had our kids at this age and point in time."

She also said she wants her children to feel normal, adding that having cameras around them constantly could "throw them off."

It's worth noting this isn't the first time the Deckers have been in front of cameras together in recent memory. Both Jessie and Eric competed on Season 4 of Fox's Special Forces: World's Toughest Test last fall.

However, Eric was medically withdrawn after injuring his back on day six, and Jessie chose to withdraw alongside him. That kind of appearance, a competition show they opted into on their own terms, seems to be exactly the type of TV project she's open to.

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The Kind of Show Jessie James Decker Would Do

While Decker may not want another show centered entirely on her marriage and kids, she is interested in a different kind of TV project.

The cookbook author said she would be open to filming a cooking, lifestyle or travel series with her sister, Sydney Rae Bass, and their mother, Karen Parker.

The three are collaborating on the upcoming cookbook Secret Sauce: A Family Cookbook Seasoned with Love. The book draws on their family's Sicilian and Cajun roots, with recipes passed down through generations alongside beauty and wellness tips.

"I would do a cooking show. I'd do a cooking/lifestyle show. I'd love to do something like that," Decker told Page Six.

She said the show could include small moments with her immediate family, such as dinner scenes, but the focus would be on food, travel, and her dynamic with her mom and sister.

Decker even described a possible version of the show as the three women traveling through Europe together, doing food and wine tastings and learning new things along the way.

"It's just silly and unhinged and crazy, and I just think we would have so much fun," she said.

Jessie James Decker Has Plenty Going On Off Camera

Decker is not exactly waiting around for a TV offer.

She recently launched her Just Feed Me cookware line at Walmart, continues to run her Kittenish clothing company and has a Casa del Sol capsule collection with Cupshe. Secret Sauce marks her third cookbook and her first co-written with family members.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - APRIL 11: Jessie James Decker attends the 2022 CMT Music Awards at Nashville Municipal Auditorium on April 11, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

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She also told Page Six that she has been focused on fitness and feeling strong. "I've been on a new kick," Decker said. "I've always worked out, but I'm definitely on a super intense kick right now where I'm getting obsessed with it, and I'm just feeling really good. I'm feeling really strong. I can feel my energy getting better."

Decker also spoke about beauty and health in the interview, including her interest in downsizing her breast implants and her experience dealing with migraines.

She recently partnered with AbbVie on the company's Love in Mind initiative, which focuses on the emotional impact migraines can have on romantic relationships. Decker said she used to feel like she had to push through migraines, but now she advocates for herself.

Eric, with whom she will celebrate her 13th wedding anniversary later this month, has also played a major role in helping her navigate her health.

"Thank God for my husband," Decker said. "He has been such a help and such an encourager."

For now, Decker seems open to TV again, but only if it fits the life she has built now. A family-centered reality show may be off the table, but a cooking, lifestyle and travel series, especially one tied to an upcoming cookbook, could be a very different story.

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Remembering Anthony Head’s Underrated 2008 Rock Opera

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 2:57pm

While the late Anthony Head is best known for his roles in Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Merlin and Ted Lasso, he was also a musical theatre star. In 2008, he appeared in a rock opera called Repo! The Genetic Opera as a repo man of human organs.

While the film never became mainstream, it's a cult classic still beloved by fans of gothic musical movies. As we remember the much-loved actor after his passing, we think back on this hidden gem.

In the film, Anthony plays Nathan Wallace, a deadly organ repossession for a dystopian medical company. But, he leads a double life, as he is also a fiercely protective father for a sheltered daughter. The film co-stars Paris Hilton, Paul Sorvino, and Alexa PenVega.

Why the film didn't set the box office alight, nor did it earn critical acclaim, it did become a cult classic. Fans loved the gothic aesthetic, campy shock value and anticapitalist sensibilities.

In an Instagram post from 2022, the director wrote how he always wanted Head to play the Repo Man, but the studio wanted someone more famous. A little-known fact is that Patrick Swayze was originally cast as Nathan before pulling out due to health concerns.

"I went online and bought a dozen DVD’s of Buffy The Vampire’s musical ONCE MORE WITH FEELING. I hand delivered all the DVD’s. A few hours later I got a call from our producer’s, everyone agreed!!!! ASH was our man!" he excited wrote, in a post honouring this musical," director Darren Bousman wrote on social media.

"We flew him in town and quickly got him into the studio… It was fucking magical. It was like hearing a rock ‘n’ roll angel sing!!! He made me weak in my knees. And with that - The final actor was placed. In the end, I was able to cast 100% of my number 1 choices in the film." he added in the post.

Today, Bousman paid tribute to the late actor, who passed away from pneumonia at 72. "I’ve been staring at this man’s face for the last few months as we celebrate the rerelease of Repo," he wrote on Instagram.

"It was an honor to witness his craft on the big screen last weekend. Watching how he was able to command the screen with such humor, horror and humanity as Nathan Wallace is a master class in acting."

"…but my favorite memories of working with Tony was not the acting or the singing, it was the infectious love he had for his family and his two daughters. He would sit behind video village and regale us with proud father moments non stop," he added.

If you've never seen Repo! The Genetic Opera, the soundtrack has recently been added to Spotify and the film is currently showing in select theatres after a 4K remastering.

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A Former 'Summer House' Star Who Left Reality Television Behind Has Officially Reached a Massive New Career Milestone

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 2:56pm

Hannah Berner is having another big post-Bravo moment.

The former Summer Housestar's new comedy special, Hannah Berner: None of My Business, premieres today, June 5, on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.

The special is Berner's second stand-up special and her first for Hulu. It was filmed at the Bluma Appel Theatre in Toronto and is part of Hulu's Hularious stand-up comedy lineup. The title comes from her live touring show, where she first developed and honed the material before taping the special. She wrapped a 70-show stand-up run in April before filming.

Hulu describes the special as Berner's "most vulnerable material yet," in which the comedian questions her future, discusses her unconventional career path, shares dating stories, and jokes that she is "part-time hot."

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Berner first became known to Bravo viewers as a cast member of Summer House, but her career has since shifted heavily toward comedy since she left the show in 2021. In a recent interview with Variety, she described stand-up as a healing process after reality TV, saying she felt her voice was "shrunk" during her time on the show.

She shared with the outlet, "I'm so proud of the special — I can't wait for people to see it. It feels like you’ve been painting something for a long time — I don't know why I’m using paint as an example, but the masterpiece is finally dotted, and I'm ready to show it to the world."

Her first comedy special, Hannah Berner: We Ride at Dawn, premiered on Netflix in 2024. Now, None of My Business gives Berner another major streaming platform and places her inside Hulu's growing slate of stand-up specials.

The move also comes as Berner remains closely tied to the Bravo world through her friendship and creative partnership with Paige DeSorbo. The two co-host the Giggly Squad podcast, which has become one of the most recognizable parts of both women's careers outside of Summer House.

The podcast was named podcast of the year at the iHeartRadio Awards and has surpassed 130 million downloads, a milestone that also landed Berner and DeSorbo on The Hollywood Reporter's list of the most powerful people in New York media.

Berner also co-hosts a second podcast, Berner Phone, alongside her husband, comedian Des Bishop.

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A Bigger Picture: Netflix, Amy Poehler, and The Devil Wears Prada 2

The Hulu special is far from the only major project in Berner's pipeline. Amy Poehler has signed on to produce a scripted Netflix comedy co-written by and starring both Berner and DeSorbo — a significant development that signals the pair's growing influence well beyond the podcast world. The two also recently made cameos in The Devil Wears Prada 2.

Why 'None of My Business' Is a Big Hulu Moment NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 26: Hannah Berner attends Day 3 of the 2025 US Open Tennis Championships at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 26, 2025 in Flushing Meadows, Queens, New York City. (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images)

Hulu announced in January that Berner was joining its Hularious comedy banner. The special streams on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ are available in the U.S. and internationally on Disney+. It was directed by Jeff Tomsic and produced by Rotten Science, with Berner serving as an executive producer.

For Berner, the special is another sign that her career is no longer defined only by reality TV. Between stand-up, Giggly Squad, a book, a scripted Netflix project, and streaming specials on two major platforms, she has built a path that looks very different from the one many Summer House viewers first met her on.

How to Watch the Special

Hannah Berner: None of My Business is streaming now on Hulu and on Disney+ for eligible bundle subscribers in the U.S.

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