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Longtime Scrubs fans are in for a treat—and so is actor Donald Faison's wallet! Faison reprises his role as Dr. Christopher Turk in ABC's upcoming Scrubs revival, which debuts with back-to-back premiere episodes on Wednesday, February 25 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

For Faison, it's the perfect time to revive the hospital-set comedy—which originally ran for nine seasons between October 2, 2001, to March 17, 2010—"because the fans want it!" the 51-year-old actor told ABC7 Los Angeles. "And we're all ready to do it again too. When 'Scrubs' ended, we all went and did a bunch of different things. But nothing was ever like what it was here, you know what I mean?"

While his return to Sacred Heart Hospital is definitely padding his bank account, Faison's wealth isn't just thanks to playing a surgeon on TV. From roles in iconic films like Clueless and Remember the Titans to his hilarious T-Mobile commercials with Scrubs co-star and real-life BFF Zach Braff, Faison continues to build a seriously impressive financial portfolio.

Here's a look at how the actor amassed his net worth as of 2026—including details from a Hollywood career that's spanned decades.

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What is Donald Faison's net worth in 2026?

As of February 2026, Faison has a net worth estimated at $12 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. That sum is the monetary result of Faison's 30+ year acting career as an actor, with much of his wealth generated by the star's leading role as Dr. Chris Turk in the ABC/NBC comedy Scrubs.

Faison has previously gone public with his financial struggles in the early days of his career. As host of PBS's Your Life, Your Money, the actor shared: "When I got my first big movie role, I took that paycheck and bought myself a shiny new Jeep. Man, I loved that car, but by the time the third payment came due, I was out of money and had to hustle to try to hold on to it ... It’s a jungle out there: a financial jungle. And it’s easy to get lost, unless you have the skills to find your way."

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Faison as Dr. Chris Turk on Scrubs

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How much did Donald Faison make per episode on Scrubs?

Exact stats about how much Donald Faison was paid for his ten-season journey on Scrubs have not been made public. However, due to a lawsuit lobbed against the actor by United Talent Agency in 2013, it was alleged that Faison was earning $75,356 per episode by the series' end, amounting to nearly $1 million for the final season, per reporting by TMZ. The suit, which revolved around unpaid commissions and was later settled, also claimed that the star made $60,000 for the pilot ep.

Who was the highest paid actor on Scrubs?

The highest-paid star among the Scrubs cast was Faison's close buddy Zach Braff who, by the end of the show's original run, was raking in $350,000 per episode.

Faison and Braff have maintained a close personal bond and professional relationship in the 25 years since Scrubs first premiered; the IRL pals cohost Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald, a weekly comedy podcast where they relive the hit TV show episode by episode.

“It just happened naturally,” Faison said of his enduring "bromance" with Braff, in a 2016 interview with Yahoo Celebrity. “It has to be real. The only way to have a real bromance is if you’re genuinely fond of each other. [Zach]’s my best friend. I’m really fond of that man, I’m not ashamed to say it. And to the supporters of our bromance, I’d like to say, thank you.”

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Donald Faison and Stacey Dash in Clueless

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How much was Donald Faison paid for Clueless?

Outside of Scrubs, the 1995 teen comedy Clueless remains one of Faison's most beloved roles, as Dionne's boyfriend Murray Duvall. While it has been reported that Clueless lead actressAlicia Silverstone was paid $250,000 for her career-defining performance as Cher Horowitz, information on the exact salary that Faison received as a member of the film's supporting cast is unknown.

What movies and TV shows has Donald Faison been in?

After his breakout role in the 1995 classic Clueless — along with the spin-off television series of the same name, which ran on ABC and later UPN from 1996 to 1999 — Donald Faison appeared in many popular films of the late '90s and early 2000s, including Waiting to Exhale, Can't Hardly Wait, Remember the Titans, Josie and the Pussycats and Uptown Girls, among others. His later movie roles include Next Day Air (2009), Pitch Perfect (2012), Kick-Ass 2 (2013), Wish I Was Here (2014, which was directed by his Scrubs pal Zach Braff) and The Perfect Match (2016).

On the small screen, along with his lead role on Scrubs, Faison has had recurring roles on Felicity, Robot Chicken, Ray Donovan and Star Wars Resistance, and was also part of the main casts of the TV Land sitcomThe Exes, the ABC thriller Emergence and the NBC comedy Extended Family.

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Everyone knows that not being able to satisfy a snack craving is the absolute worst — especially when it’s because that snack is no longer on the shelves. 

If you’ve been missing Trader Joe’s Spicy Cheese Crunchies, then you’re in luck! America’s No. 1 grocery store is bringing back the beloved item. 

Retailing for $2.49 for a 7-ounce bag, Trader Joe’s official website reads, “They’re made with a base of crunchy, craggy corn, flavored with a savory mix of seasonings that includes Cheddar Cheese powder, garlic powder, and chili pepper, while their signature red-hot hue is achieved thanks to a blend of paprika, vegetable juice, and turmeric.”

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The question remains, however, how do they stack up against Flamin’ Hot Cheetos?

According to shoppers across social media, the Spicy Cheese Crunchies, which are also gluten-free, lean “more into the cheese and less into the spice.” One TJ fan also referred to them as “healthy Takis.” 

Generally, though, most customers are excited. “Finally! It’s been SO LONG,” one user wrote via Instagram. “This better be a serious announcement, or I’m going to cry,” added another. 

“Are they coming back for good?” a third user inquired, while a fourth echoed, “These better stay on shelves.” 

At this time, it’s unclear whether or not the Spicy Cheese Crunchies will be available permanently, but it certainly sounds like that’s what the people want. 

Aimee Lou Wood will continue to take the TV by storm following her standout roles in Sex Education and The White Lotus.

The Emmy nominee, 32, will portray the eponymous heroine in Jane Eyre, a new small-screen adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's's classic 1847 novel of the same name, Deadline reports.

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Next year will mark the 80th anniversary of the source material's release, a story that centers on an orphaned young woman who overcomes a difficult childhood to become governess at the mysterious Thornfield Hall. As fans — and those who were required to read the iconic book in school — might recall, Jane then falls in love with her employer, Mr. Rochester, and ultimately discovers he hides a dark secret.

The O.G. novel has spawned a number of film and TV adaptations over the decades, such as:

• a major TV version in 2006 starring Ruth Wilson
• Cary Fukanaga's 2011 movie starring Mia Wasikowska and Michael Fassbender
• Franco Zeffirelli's film from 1996 with Charlotte Gainsbourg in the lead role

Wood was also nominated for SAG and Golden Globe awards for her scene-stealing role in season 3 of The White Lotus. She remains red-hot in the biz, as Deadline also noted on Tuesday, Feb. 24, given that her movie Anxious People opposite Angelina Jolie is in post-production. Oh, and let's not forget she was recently cast as George Harrison's wife Pattie Boyd in Sam Mendes' highly anticipated Beatlesmovies.

Wood is expected to attend the 32nd Actor Awards — formerly known as the Screen Actors Guild Awards — on March 1 in Los Angeles. Janelle James (Abbott Elementary) and Connor Storrie (Heated Rivalry) announced the nominees Jan. 7 on Netflix’s official YouTube Channel.

In the past, the Screen Actors Guild Awards always aired on U.S. cable television. However, in 2024, the annual show began streaming exclusively on Netflix, which enabled global audiences to tune in. 

Erin Murphy has a new project in the works, and fans are speculating about what she’s up to. The former child star, who played Tabitha Stephens on the ABCsitcomBewitched from 1966 to 1972, posted a teaser to Facebook on Feb. 24.

In her post, Murphy, 61, shared a photo as she posed in a green outfit. “Signing contracts and wardrobe fitting!” the actress and entrepreneur wrote.

Fans hit the comment section to ask Murphy about what she was working on.

“SPOKESWOMAN for a new PROJECT ??” one fan asked.

“Best of everything to you Erin you got this it would be great seeing you acting again 🙏💕,” another wrote.

“We need you in the dc universe or marvel, let's make it happen,” a third chimed in.

"Can’t wait to hear about your new project!” another wrote.

When one fan asked, “What’s more gratifying signing the contract or the wardrobe changes?," Murphy replied, “Contract.”

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In addition to acting, Murphy has worked as a stunt double, casting director, motivational speaker, and more. The mom of six is also active with volunteerism, she revealed on the Media Path podcast in late 2025.

Murphy’s teaser about a "contract” and a “wardrobe fitting” comes a few months after it was announced that there will be a remake of Bewitched. In November, Deadline reported that a “reimagining” of the beloved classic sitcom was in the works with Sony Pictures Television and Fox Entertainment.

In a February 2026 interview with the Australian magazine New Idea, Murphy said she was “excited” about the reboot and shared that she is friends with the screenwriter for the new series. When asked if she would ever consider an appearance on the long-awaited revival, she said, “If they asked me to appear on the show, absolutely I would! I’d love to be included in some way, and I know fans of the original Bewitched would enjoy that fun reference to the past.”

Murphy also told Celebrity Drop that nostalgic Bewitched fans “yearn for the days of yesterday.” “I don’t think there’s been a year since we went off the air that there hasn’t been some buzz about redoing Bewitched in one format or the other. And it sounds like one of these may get off the ground," she said.

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Admittedly, as a millennial who cut their teeth downing Taaka Vodka in college with reckless abandon, I long considered gin a more sophisticated drink meant for people twice my age. The juniper-heavy, botanical elixir was far too advanced for my inexperienced palate, and honestly, it took a while for me to really appreciate it for what it was. It was domineering in a way that rejected the notion that you're supposed to be on your third drink within 30 minutes before realizing you've actually already had plenty. Fortunately, I've seen the error of my ways and have since become that old man who loves gin and subscribes to a two-drink maximum (sometimes). 

Regardless of my own experience with the deep brooding spirit, gin is experiencing quite the resurgence or "gin-aissance" if you will, and as a newly minted gin enthusiast, I couldn't be more excited. But beyond seeing more people reach for tried-and-true favorites, distillers are eyeing ways to introduce bold new expressions of the mysterious liquor, and Hendricks is leading the charge with its first new flavor in over nine years. 

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Hendrick's Gin Launches Permanent New Addition Featuring Flavors of Chocolate and Orange

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The latest release from the 25-year-old brand, aptly named Another Hendrick's, takes the expected Hendrick's bouquet of cucumber and rose and layers on the flavors of cacao bean and orange blossom. The result is a gin that still tastes very much like Hendrick's, but with the added depth of chocolate and the bright lift of orange. Although chocolate and orange are very much at the forefront, the new iteration also uses Hendrick's original 11 botanicals, including elderflower, coriander, chamomile and, of course, juniper.

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How the Curious New Flavor Came to Life

To bring Another Hendrick's to life, master distiller Lesley Gracie took inspiration from a trip she took to Mexico, where she was served a cocktail that had a strange flower on top, and shared her thoughts in a recent interview for Robb Report. "It was a cacao flower. Very hygienically, I took the flower out of the drink and played with it. But cacao has always been a really interesting flavor to me." She then took that stroke of genius and played around with adding it to Hendrick's gin. 

 "If I put cacao into Hendrick's on its own, it was too deep," Gracie explained. "I was playing with other things in my Mediterranean greenhouse [at the distillery]. The blossom on orange is intense as well, but when I put those two together, it just lifted the cacao and it sat really nicely in the Hendrick's flavor profile." It's also worth noting that Hendrick's already uses orange and lemon peel as botanicals in the original recipe, so the orange blossom likely further accentuates that flavor profile. 

Ways to Use Another Hendricks

To further differentiate Another Hendrick's from the original, the new permanent offering swaps the typical black glass bottle for a striking white bottle. When it comes to ways to use the new expression, it's very much worth trying on its own, but you can also easily blend it into cocktails that feature similar notes, like a Chocolate Orange Martini or a Jaffa Old Fashioned. You can also try the Another Hendrick's Spritz, created by Hendrick's National brand ambassador Vance Henderson. To make it, you'll need:

Ingredients:

• 1.5 ounces Another Hendrick's Gin
• .75 ounces part lemon juice
• .75 ounces simple syrup
• 1 ounce soda water
• 2 ounces Sparkling Rosé Wine
• 3 cucumber rounds and an orange twist for garnish 

Once you've gathered your ingredients, combine everything in a large wine glass filled with ice and lightly stir. Garnish with the 3 cucumber rounds and a twist of orange. Now that sounds undeniably peculiar and utterly delicious. If your curiosity is piqued ​​like ours is, you can find Another Hendrick's Gin at retailers around the country for around $35 a bottle.

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Hoodies are a year-round staple, but during these colder months, it’s nice to have something on the warmer side. It’s also nice when your hoodie is built to last, and Columbia has a ton of durable picks, like this Aldermore hoodie that’s 50% off on Amazon. 

The $79 Columbia Aldermore Hoodie is down to as little as $34 at Amazon, and the best deal is for the classic black hoodie seen here in size XS, along with the light pink and red hoodies. Keep in mind the price varies by size. 

Columbia Aldermore Hoodie, From $34 (was $79) at Amazon

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A layer-friendly hoodie backed by Columbia’s reliable quality, this fleece hoodie is made using a soft 60/40 cotton-poly blend. The relaxed fit keeps it loose and easy to layer, with an adjustable drawcord hood and a classic kangaroo pocket on the front. Ribbed cuffs and hem lock in warmth and maintain shape, and it’s machine washable for low-maintenance care. 

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A helpful reviewer wrote that this hoodie is “really warm, soft, and well-made,” and another said that they love “the oversized look” and “appreciate how warm and cozy it is.” That second reviewer also noted that while Columbia’s clothing can be a bit pricer, the quality is always top-notch, and “you get what you pay for.”

Another shopper also commented on Columbia’s consistency, writing, “Cannot dispute the elite, consistent quality of Columbia sportswear.” This same reviewer also wrote, “The fabric is sturdy and warm, the stitching, meticulous, and the sizing, as usual, is on point.” With oversized hoodies like this, you may want to size down if you prefer something more true to size, which is something a handful of reviewers commented on. 

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The Columbia Aldermore Hoodie is available now for as little as $34, and just like the rest of Columbia’s clothing, you’ll have it for years. There’s no guarantee that this deal will be around for much longer, which means now’s the time to jump on it. 

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Kate Hudson knows what she wants in a relationship, and she's not willing to settle for less.

The Something Borrowed star opened up about her dating philosophy during a recent appearance on The Howard Stern Show, where she made it clear she has no interest in convincing someone to choose her.

It all started when Howard Stern asked Hudson if she'd ever had her heart broken. She replied, "Yes. Of course, yeah. But my thing was always, Howard, and still is, if a guy says they don't want it, they're not into it — I'm out."

The 46-year-old actress continued, "And I'm never the kind of girl that goes like, 'I want to talk about this, what are you talking about?' I just say 'Okay!'"

Hudson, who has been engaged to Danny Fujikawa since September 2021, shared a dating anecdote to drive home her philosophy on romance.

"I remember one time a guy broke up with me and he said, 'I just don't think I can do this anymore,' and I said, 'Okay,' and he went 'Well, do you want to talk about it?" Hudson explained. "And I was like, 'No. Not really.'"

She continued, "He kept wanting to talk to me about talking about the relationship and I was like 'No, it's done. We're over. Now you want to connect with me about us not being together? No. We're done connecting.'"

It's hard to imagine anyone dumping the Oscar nominee, but she does have an impressive dating history that includes Muse frontman Matt Bellamy, with whom she shares a son, and The Black Crowes lead singer, Chris Robinson, whom she was married to from 2000 to 2007, and with whim she also shares a son.

Hudson has also notably dated Derek Hough, Nick Jonas, Alex Rodriguez, Dax Shepard, and Owen Wilson.

Baylen Out Loud star Baylen Dupree just sent a bold message in response to the BAFTA racial slur incident involving Tourette syndrome advocate John Davidson.

On Feb. 22, the BAFTA Film Awards were held in London. Davidson attended to promote the biopic I Swear, which is based on his Tourette syndrome journey.

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As Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented the award for best visual effects, Davidson yelled the N-word—an involuntary vocal tic that is a symptom of Tourette syndrome. The BAFTA host has since apologized to Jordan and Lindo and for airing the racial slur. Additionally, the BBC edited out the slur from iPlayer.

On Monday, Feb. 24, Dupree—who also has Tourette syndrome and is an advocate on TikTok and through her TLC show—took to Instagram to share her thoughts on the BAFTA incident.

"I need to speak on this as someone who lives with Tourette's," Dupree began her update. "When you live with this disorder, you lose control of your own voice sometimes. And that is a terrifying thing."

The reality TV star continued, "Tics are not thoughts. They are not opinions. They are not secret beliefs hiding underneath the surface," she continued. "They are involuntary neurological impulses—like a sneeze or hiccup, except sometimes they attach themselves to words that carry weight, history, and pain."

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Dupree also asked her fans to think about how "heartbreaking" it is to say something "you don't mean."

"People think if a slur comes out, it must reflect what's in your heart," she explained. "But Tourette's doesn't pull from hatred — it often pulls from anxiety, from fear, from the very thing you're most scared of saying. The brain misfires on what feels charged or taboo."

At the same time, Dupree acknowledged the "hurt" the N-word causes. "Words matter. History matters. Pain matters," she pointed out. "But so does neurological reality. There is a difference between intent and impulse."

"Living with Tourette's means constantly apologizing for something you didn't choose," she added. "It means living with the fear that one moment could define you forever," she went on. "It means knowing that no matter how kind you are, no matter what you believe, one tic could make the world decide who you are."

To conclude her thoughts on the BAFTA slur incident, Dupree shared, "You can hold space for the harm of a word while also holding space for the reality of a disorder. Compassion doesn't cancel accountability—but education matters. Please understand this: when someone with Tourette's says something offensive as a tic, it is not coming from their heart. It's coming from a brain that sometimes doesn't give them a choice."

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One name keeps coming up in Paradise Season 2, and viewers are trying to figure out exactly what it means.

Across the first three episodes of the new season, characters repeatedly reference someone or something called “Alex.” The problem is that the show hasn’t clearly identified who Alex is or whether Alex is even a person. The mystery has already sparked online discussion as fans look for answers.

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The Directive to 'Kill Alex' in 'Paradise' Season 2

Early in Paradise Season 2, a group of surface survivors led by Link (Thomas Doherty) set out with a specific mission: kill Alex.

That directive immediately stands out because there was no major character named Alex in Season 1. The order suggests Alex is a threat significant enough to mobilize a coordinated effort. However, the series doesn't clarify who Alex is at that point in the story.

Because the name is introduced in such a high stakes context, many viewers assumed Alex would quickly appear onscreen. Instead, the mystery deepens.

A Flashback Complicates Things

In Episode 3, the show introduces a woman named Alex in a flashback. She’s the wife of Henry Miller (Patrick Fischler), a figure who teaches a class on “Advanced Wave Functions, Superposition, and Quantum Entanglement.” In that timeline, Alex is suffering from Huntington’s disease and eventually dies after Henry gives her a lethal injection shortly before he’s killed by Billy Pace (Jon Beavers).

That reveal raised an obvious question. Is the present day Alex the same person from the flashback, or is the name being reused for something else entirely? Because in this timeline, Alex is dead.

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Plus, as if things weren’t already confusing enough, Henry mentioned a boy in his class who understood the lessons on quantum physics better than his other students. Henry said that he essentially considered this boy “like his own son” and shortly before Billy shoots Henry, that “boy” shows up.

Viewers learn that Link is who was in Henry’s class, which makes the comment about killing Alex in episode 1 even more curious.

Is Alex Part of Sinatra’s Project in 'Paradise' Season 2?

Another key piece of the puzzle unfolds in episode 3 when the story returns to inside the bunker.

Samantha “Sinatra” Redmond (Julianne Nicholson) is revealed to be diverting power to a confidential side initiative. In episode 3, Sinatra and her housekeeper (who is clearly more than just a housekeeper), Carmen, discuss “Alex” in a context that appears tied to that project. At one point, Carmen (Maria-Elena Laas) reports that Alex is “getting closer,” but she doesn’t clarify whether she’s referring to a person, a program or something else entirely.

The series never explicitly states that Sinatra’s project is named Alex. Instead, the name surfaces alongside conversations about the initiative, intentionally confusing viewers on whether Alex is a potential human target or a technological endeavor.

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In another flashback scene, Sinatra meets with Dr. Louge (Geoffrey Arend) pre-apocalypse at a convention discussing a potential future environmental disaster. While Sinatra searches for a way to stop the inevitable disaster, Louge tells her the only way to avert the problem is with the one thing she doesn’t have – time.

That line stands out, and it’s making fans wonder if there’s a time travel plot point bubbling under the surface.

Thankfully, with a weekly release schedule viewers won’t be kept in the dark for too long. The next episode of Paradise Season 2 premieres on Monday, March 2.

John Wheeler, a character actor and singer known for his roles on Star Trek, The Dukes of Hazzard and more TV shows, has died. He was 95.

The Hollywood Reporter broke the news of his death on Tuesday, February 24. His daughter, Johanna, told the outlet that Wheeler died on February 6 at his home in Claremont, California.

Wheeler made his television debut as a guest star on the NBC series Star Trek in the season 2 episode “Journey to Babel,” which aired in November 1967. He was unrecognizable in heavy makeup as Tellarites politician Ambassador Gav, who had a memorable run-in with Vulcan adversary Sarek (Mark Lenard).

Wheeler went on to land a recurring role on The Dukes of Hazzard during seasons 4 and 5 in 1982, portraying Hazzard County general store owner Mr. Rhuebottom in four episodes.

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Wheeler also appeared in multiple episodes of Green Acres from 1969 to 1971, Bonanza from 1968 to 1971, The Brady Bunch from 1970 to 1974 and The Odd Couple from 1971 to 1975. His single episode TV credits included Mission: Impossible and Columbo in 1972, Happy Days in 1974, Gunsmoke in 1975, The Waltons in 1976, The Rockford Files, CHiPs and Rhoda in 1978, Dallas in 1982, Simon and Simon in 1983, The Golden Girls in 1988, Night Court in 1989, ER in 1994 and Beverly Hills, 90210 in 1998.

Wheeler’s film credits included 1969’s Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here, 1971’s Support Your Local Gunfighter, 1974’s Mame, Newman’s Law and Big Bad Mama, 1978’s Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, 1979’s The North Avenue Irregulars and The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again and 1995’s Apollo 13.

Wheeler’s final onscreen role was the 2005 TV movie Meet the Santas, in which he played Mr. Claus.

Wheeler also appeared on Broadway, making his debut in 1961 in the musical comedy The Happiest Girl in the World. He went on to star in musicals such as 1962’s Kean, 1964’s Café Crown and I Had a Ball and 1966’s Sweet Charity.

In addition to his film, TV and stage roles, Wheeler was known for his 1971 choreographed musical commercial for McDonald’s titled “Grab a Bucket and Mop.” Portraying a manager at the fast food restaurant, Wheeler sang alongside John Amos, Robert Ridgely and more.

Outside of acting, Wheeler was a singer who performed with the New York City Opera and was a member of the Grammy-winning Belafonte Singers and the DeCormier Singers.

Born in Corsicana, Texas, in June 1930, Wheeler graduated with a music degree from California’s University of the Pacific in 1952 and served in the U.S. Army before pursuing acting.

Wheeler was preceded in death by his wife, Helen. The couple were married from 1959 until her 2013 death.

Wheeler is survived by his daughter, sons Christopher and Timothy, and grandson Brandon.

Whether you’re a fan of the Kansas City Chiefs or not, the prospect of Travis Kelce’s retirement from the NFL has become mainstream news. The three-time Super Bowl champion has yet to announce his decision — even with his contract ending come March. 

The latest person from the Chiefs’ camp to comment on Kelce’s retirement is GM Brett Veach. "I think we’ve kind of taken a different approach with Travis in the sense that I think we’ve kind of prepared for either scenario,” Veach, 48, said in a press conference on Tuesday, February 24, per NBC Sports.

"Coach [Andy Reid] had mentioned on Friday that he’s had great dialogue with Travis on our end, myself, Chris Shea, Travis’ crew, we’ve had some good dialogue there — and I’m sure we’re going to see him here just like we will all the other players’ agents and we’ll continue that dialogue," Veach continued. 

Travis Kelce (#87) of the Kansas City Chiefs runs onto the field prior to the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on January 04, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images)

Veach concluded by showing Kelce, 36, some praise for his dedication to the Chiefs over the last 13 years, saying, "Travis is the best, he’s an icon, hopefully he comes back and we’ll just kind of let that process play out. 

It’s unclear exactly when Kelce will share his final decision, but rest assured, it’s coming. 

Though his fiancée, Taylor Swift, has never publicly commented on the possibility of his retirement, Kelce’s mom, Donna Kelce, has said, “I just want him to do what he feels comfortable doing. He’s gotta talk to people in his life to decide what he wants to do. So I’m not sure. We’ll see what happens!”

This is not a drill: you can finally get feta on your salads and bowls at Sweetgreen whenever you want! 

Though the salty Greek cheese has been available for limited-time stretches at Sweetgreen in the past, it has come and gone to fans’ frustration, prompting them to beg the company to make it a permanent part of the menu. 

Sweetgreen has finally conceded, making it available as an add-on to all custom orders. It’s also now part of the reimagined hummus crunch bowl, which in addition to the tangy, creamy cheese and hummus, features tomatoes, shredded cabbage, cucumbers, chickpeas, basil, garlic breadcrumbs, and Napa cabbage slaw on a bed of greens, all tossed in a pesto vinaigrette. 

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“Feta is an ingredient our guests have asked for more than any other ingredient and we’re excited to deliver on those requests, adding it as a permanent menu item, " said Nicolas Jammet, co-founder and Chief Concept Officer at Sweetgreen, in a statement shared with Parade. 

The brand quietly announced the news on Instagram with a video of a stack of feta blocks atop a salad bowl alongside the caption, “your bowl gets betta with feta.” 

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Fans flocked to the comments to give their take, writing, “Yay feta,” “Omg I would die for feta god bless you,” and “omg i loveeeee feta!!! period!!!!”

More agreed, commenting, “Wow I REALLY love feta,” “That’s not enough feta TRIPLE IT,” and “ok sickkkkk I’m here for this feta fiesta.”

One went the all caps option, enthusiastically proclaiming, “FINALLY MY FAVORITE CHEESE.” 

While feta is available on menus nationwide at Sweetgreen, not all newbies are available everywhere or forever. Sweetgreen announced today that it is currently testing wraps in certain markets, including parts of New York, the Midwest, and select Los Angeles locations. The portable new item comes in three varieties: classic chicken Caesar, chicken jalapeño ranch, and chicken saladbacon club. 

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Robert Carradine's concerning behavior before his death was revealed by Connie Lamothe, the director of a film titled The Driver, on which the actor had been working.

On Monday, Feb. 23, Carradine—known for his roles in Revenge of the Nerds, Lizzie McGuire, The Long Ride and more—died by suicide at 71.

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“It is with profound sadness that we must share that our beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and brother Robert Carradine has passed away," a statement from his family to Deadline read. "In a world that can feel so dark, Bobby was always a beacon of light to everyone around him."

The message continued, “We are bereft at the loss of this beautiful soul and want to acknowledge Bobby’s valiant struggle against his nearly two-decade battle with Bipolar Disorder. We hope his journey can shine a light and encourage addressing the stigma that attaches to mental illness.”

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At the time of his death, Carradine had been working on a film called The Driver, also known as Driving Into Darkness. He was set to play a mob boss in the movie, but went MIA before a table read this week.

Lamothe told TMZ in an article published on Feb. 24 that Carradine went "radio silent" in January.

Additionally, the director said that one of Carradine's friends, "who is also in the cast, knew of his struggles with mental health." Lamothe explained, "So, they decided to give him some space... and hoped he would return."

The director told TMZ that Carradine was "delightful" and "cheerful," even when she teased that he would need to cut his hair and shave his beard for the role in her film.

Carradine is survived by his three kids, Ever, Ian, and Marcia, and his grandchildren.

If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or struggling with suicidal thoughts, help is available 24 hours a day through the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

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Great British Bake Off host Alison Hammond has been putting in the work to get healthy, and she's looking better than ever after dropping 150 pounds naturally.

Hammond, 51, joined the cast of the beloved baking competition in 2023 and instantly won the hearts of viewers across the globe with her tremendous sense of humor and genuine kindness. But as her time on the series has gone on, it's become clear that Hammond has slimmed down significantly. That's why it was shocking to see the beauty hit the red carpet at the UK BFI Screening of Bridgerton Season Four Part Two at BFI Southbank in London, England, looking more svelte than ever. Dressed in a leopard print gown with a scoop neck and princess sleeves, the fan favorite showed off her dramatic weight loss and stunning smile.

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Her Incredible Transformation

In 2020, Hammond had a discussion with her mom about her weight shortly before her mother passed away.

“Mum said to me: ‘If you can, sort out your weight, Alison,’ and that really set it in my head. My mum had type 2 diabetes, and she was worried for me, so when I then found out that I was pre-diabetic, that was frightening,” Hammond told Good Housekeeping.

Hammond got to work focusing on her health and decided to be more careful with sweets and fatty foods. She started seeing a personal trainer twice a week and does home workouts, including weights, walking, and stretching. Now, she's no longer pre-diabetic.

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Deciding to Skip Weight Loss Injections

While many celebrities decide to use Ozempic or other popular injectable drugs to achieve the weight loss they desire, Hammond decided that option just wasn't right for her.

"I think that, for people who need to use them, they’re a good thing - but for me, as soon as I hear any scare story, I get frightened," Hammond continued. "So I haven’t wanted to use them, but that’s not to say I wouldn’t in the future, and I certainly wouldn’t look down on anyone who did."

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A story about a young goat named Will is taking over the box office.

It was announced on Monday by Rotten Tomatoes that the new animated movie, Goat, took the No. 1 spot at the box office, making $17 million this past week. The sports comedy has now reached $58.3 million domestically after 10 days in movie theaters, making it the second-highest-grossing film of 2026 so far. Goat is projected to surpass $90 million in domestic earnings, with a potential $100 million milestone that would make it the first film of the year to reach that mark.

Released on Feb. 13, Goat (Caleb McLaughlin) follows Will Harris, a goat who had the opportunity to join a professional league of "roarball" — an intense, violent and full-contact version of basketball — but gets ridiculed by his teammates who are much bigger and stronger than him. The film also stars NBA superstar Stephen Curry, Aaron Pierre, David Harbour, country pop singer Jelly Roll and Nicola Coughlan.

Ayesha Curry and Stephen Curry attend the Los Angeles premiere of Columbia Pictures' and Sony Pictures Animation's "GOAT" at AMC Century City 15 on February 06, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.

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This sudden surge from Goat came as a surprise, as many expected that Emerald Fennell's highly-anticipated film, Wuthering Heights, released on Valentine's Day, would be the first movie of the year to reach $100 million. The drama opened at No. 1 at the box office with a $32.8 million debut weekend, but momentum dropped the following week, with the film falling 56.8% to $14.2 million.

An adaptation of Emily Brontë's novel of the same title, Wuthering Heights, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, follows the intense and destructive love between Heathcliff (Elordi) and Catherine Earnshaw (Robbie) in Yorkshire, North England during the 18th century. Though the film generated strong buzz in the weeks leading up to its release, it failed due to many critical reviews and significant plot changes from the original novel.

Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi attend the "Wuthering Heights" Australian Premiere at State Theatre on February 12, 2026 in Sydney, Australia.

Goat is expected to hit Netflix on June 13, following its theatrical run. Meanwhile, an official date for Wuthering Heights has not been announced, but Forbes is predicting the film would be available to rent on platforms such as Apple TV or Prime Video anytime between March 17 and April 7, while a streaming release on HBO Max is expected between May 9 and 19. This prediction is based on the typical 75-85 day theatrical window Warner Bros. films adhere to before releasing movies on streaming platforms.

Both Goat and Wuthering Heights can be seen in theaters nationwide.

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Beatles fans will get to watch Paul McCartney look back at his solo career in the documentary, Man on the Run. Of course, he'll address the tense moments with his bandmates, like when John Lennon claimed the only thing he did was "Yesterday."

Paul McCartney addresses suing The Beatles

"How Do You Sleep?" has Lennon's jab at McCartney. "The only thing you done was ‘Yesterday’/And since you’re gone you’re just another day," he sang. The tension came from McCartney suing the bandmates because they hired manager, Allen Klein against his wishes. "Basically, John had hired a manager who I didn’t like. I saw through it. The way things were going, Allen Klein would just swallow up all the Beatles’ fortune," McCartney said in the documentary, according to PEOPLE.

"'The only thinking you did was ‘Yesterday’ was apparently Allen Klein’s suggestion," he said. "But in the back of my mind, I was thinking, ‘If all I ever did was ‘Yesterday,’ ‘Let It Be,’ ‘Long and Winding Road,’ ‘Eleanor Rigby,’ ‘Lady Madonna’... F--- you, John. How do I sleep at night? Well, actually quite well.’"

Lennon addressed the dig in 1980, according to American Songwriter. "It was like Dylan doing ‘Like a Rolling Stone,’ one of his nasty songs," he said. It’s using somebody as an object to create something. I wasn’t really feeling that vicious at the time, but I was using my resentment towards Paul to create a song. Let’s put it that way. It was just a mood."

McCartney's lawsuit successfully distanced himself from Klein. The documentary will focus on the legends' time with the Wings with his wife, Linda McCartney. Fans will listen to different versions of his songs and some are already available to stream on Amazon.

Man on the Run will be released on Netflix on February 27.

Taylor Swift’s latest nod on American Idol is drawing mixed reviews after viral TikTok shower singer Bryant Thomas took on her beloved Evermore track, “Champagne Problems.”

The 26-year-old earned a Golden Ticket to Hollywood Week and a fiancée all at once, as he dropped to his knee and popped the question to then-girlfriend Alyona immediately after earning the approval of the judges. However, his first performance following his audition has earned mixed feedback from viewers—especially hardcore fans of the Eras Toir superstar.

A popular update account dedicated to the songstress, The Swift Society, shared the snippet from this week's edition of the ongoing competition series on X, showing the singer decked out in a very countrified look, from his mullet to his camo shirt with the sleeves ripped off paired with denim cut-offs.

His raspy voice put a surprisingly rock-inspired sound to the track, though it didn't always sound matched up to the more laidback instrumentals that accompanied him, creating a dissonance that feels unintentional. While some fans loved his vibe and the energy he put into the performance, others were decidedly "not a fan of this cover."

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— The Swift Society (@TheSwiftSociety) February 24, 2026

While many weren't too enthralled with the rendition, they still appreciated his energy.

One admitted that while they were "not a fan of this cover," they still "like the song," and another Swiftie agreed, "a mess but we cheered."

"obsessed with his commitment to the bit and energy," another applauded, while other, more harsh critics, begged, "Never let him cook again please omg."

"u didn't have to update us on this," someone else quipped at the poster.

However, others pointed out that the "song really wasn’t made for a guy to sing," not to mention that many of Swift's compositions "are really hard to sing in these types of shows" because they tend to be very "wordy," which leaves those tackling them "fight[ing] for their lives running out of breath."

It makes it a difficult task, and some felt that Thomas was actually "kinda cooking" with "champagne problems the country version."

Plus, even Swift has her off days, and Thomas earned high praise from Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan during her first appearance on the show.

“Your voice is outrageous,” Underwood said at the time. “You can feel so much emotion and life in your voice, so well done.”

“I think we’ve got a hit record here,” Richie added, noting, “You’ve got star-power vocals.”

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Although you couldn't tell based on the blanket of snow piling up in the Northeast right now, grilling season is just around the corner, and that means it's time to start outfitting our backyard with everything we need to grill and chill this summer. Whether you're a certified pit master known for making the best brisket in town or you're a novice grill dad who prefers to stick to burgers, there's nothing quite like enjoying food cooked over an open flame—grill marks non-negotiable. Of course, when it comes to choosing the right equipment for the job, it can be tough to determine what you do and don't need.

Do you necessarily need a double-wide smoker big enough to fit an entire roast pig? Probably not, but it can't hurt to have something that can do multiple grill jobs without taking up an entire section of your backyard. Whether you're looking to make legendary smoked mac and cheese, mouthwatering pizza or an award-winning rack of ribs, you can't go wrong with a Big Green Egg. It's decidedly compact, endlessly versatile and according to Margot Robbie, it makes "steak better than any restaurant."

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That’s right, the beloved egg-shaped ceramic grill recently received a cosign from the Margot Robbie not once, but twice. The infinitely charming, award-winning actress has been making the rounds to promote her newly released film, Wuthering Heights, and outside of absolutely slaying the red carpet and hitting the late-night circuit, she's also made time to appear on a few podcasts to share her thoughts on everything from what inspired her to start acting to renting cars from sketchy characters as an up and comer in the biz. 

As if she weren't already endearing enough, the Saltburn producer stopped by SmartLess with Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes for an hour-long conversation about what ultimately led her to become the household name she is today. Aside from musing about being a hockey fan and sharing that her favorite movie as a kid was The Fifth Element, she also dished about her husband's skills on the Big Green Egg and even went so far as to joke, "It's his other mistress."

After being asked by Jason Bateman what "knocks her off balance," because she seems so charming (as expected), Robbie replied that she isn't charming when she's hungry, which is almost all the time. Her husband, Tom Ackerley, even playfully calls her "Dragoon" when she gets hangry—and honestly, it makes us love her even more. When it comes to what he likes to whip up on his prized Big Green Egg, according to Robbie, he can cook a really mean steak, and if they were having guests over, he'd make an entire spread.

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In another appearance on the Table Manners podcast with Jessie and Lennie Ware, Margot dished that beyond making legendary steaks, when it comes to entertaining, her husband loves to make lamb kebabs with a variety of chili jams all on the Big Green Egg. "He'll crawl into bed at 3 a.m. sometimes, and I'll smell like I'm like, 'You've been with the Egg, haven't you?'" At least it's a tasty love affair. When it comes to her own culinary skills, on the other hand, Margot shared that "she's never found that zen space in the kitchen." 

Luckily, when you're an in-demand multi-hyphenate like Margot Robbie, cooking is the least of your worries. Despite her personal aversion to spending hours alone with the kamado-style grill, we can totally relate to her husband's borderline obsession with the Big Green Egg. It's one of the most versatile outdoor cooking essentials you'll ever own, and thanks to the vast array of sizes it comes in, you can choose one that perfectly fits your needs. Best of all, a batch of chargrilled oysters or perfectly smoked chicken wings sounds so much better than the jellied fish aspic from Wuthering Heights—unless you're into that sort of thing.

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Tahitian Treat Fruit Punch Soda is officially making its way back to store shelves after a long hiatus. But can you find it?

The beloved fizzy beverage, which first launched in 1964 (originally marketed as Canada Dry Tahitian Treat), is now owned and manufactured by Keurig Dr Pepper—and it's making a grand comeback, per reports.

According to All Recipes, the fruit punch-flavored, caffeine-free sip has been spotted at some Dollar General locations, with shoppers on Reddit even claiming they drove "over an hour" just to get their hands on it earlier this month. One such user shared a photo of a cart filled with three 12-packs of Tahitian Treat, causing others to chime in on the find. "i hardly drink sodas, but by far my favorite! $9 a piece," they captioned the upload.

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"I can’t buy cases of this. I won’t drink anything else until it’s gone. Zero self control around this pop 😅 this and big red are my favorite," one admitted in the comments thread, while another called it "the best soda" and a third added, "Yummm blast from the past."

"I'm jealous! One of my favorites," a separate person exclaimed.

Someone else reported of the drink, "I loved it. My boss originally bought it back in 1992 and I have loved it ever since. Your right is definitely ice cold and sugary. Being diabetic I can drink once a month."

More Reddit users dropped comments like, "Worth it! It was special if we were able to get those when I was a kid. Still love it," "I can drink that all day ! Haven’t seen that in ages," and "I remember them being like Hawaiian Punch in a pop can. Very underrated."

As for specific flavor profile, one drink reviewer described it as "heavy on the cherry flavor with a little bit of orange, tasting like maraschino cherries."

Currently, the beverage is known to be somewhat hard to find, though liters (vs. cans) seem to be available online for shipping via retailers like Amazon and Walmart. In 2016, Vice even called it a "much-loved but impossible to find soft drink."

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Savannah Guthrie announced that her family is offering a $1 million reward for anyone who supplies information that leads to the recovery of her mother, Nancy Guthrie. Nancy, 84, has been missing since Sunday, Feb. 1, and authorities believe that she may have been abducted from her Arizona home in the middle of the night.

On Tuesday, Feb. 24, Savannah posted a video on social media sharing the family's decision to up the reward money. So far, the FBI has offered $100,000 and an attorney from Milwaukee offered another $100,000. The total reward for the return of Nancy, dead or alive, sits at $1.2 million.

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Shortly after Savannah shared the update, NBC News reported that the family actually wanted to offer a big reward early on, but were advised not to.

"The Guthrie family was prepared to offer a cash reward from the beginning of the investigation, but they were advised that doing so might overwhelm the infrastructure set up to field leads, according to a source close to the family," the outlet reported.

NBC News' source also said that the family consulted with law enforcement before offering the reward, which can be split if more than one person comes up with valid information that leads to Nancy. Moreover, the source said that the money "does not hinge on an arrest," the family simply wants closure in this case, one way or another.

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