Bridgerton’s Ruth Gemmell admitted she cried over her character Violet Bridgerton’s sex scene in season 4.

In the latest installment of the hit Netflix drama, Bridgerton matriarch Violet finds herself at the center of her own love story with Lord Marcus Anderson (played by Daniel Francis). Midway through the season, the pair meet for a rendezvous in Violet’s boudoir as things heat up between them.

The scene came as a surprise to Gemmell, 58, because it’s usually her on-screen children who are in Bridgerton’s steamier scenes.

“I think I was a little bit shocked. I was in a costume fitting, and I realized I was being fitted for something I had no idea was going to happen. I went home and cried,” she said in a recent interview with Belgium’s Ciné-Télé-Revue.

Gemmell continued, “Thankfully, we tackled this one in a slightly different way to the kids of the show, because I don’t think anyone would want to watch that really,” joking that there was a lot of “low lighting” used to film the scene.

While the British actress had initial reservations about Violet’s tryst with Lord Anderson, she felt it was important to show that life does go on after losing a loved one. In the series, Violet is a widow following the death of her husband, Edmund.

“We don’t die after a certain age, so I think it’s quite nice to kind of represent that,” Gemmell said. “I think that’s important.”

“It’s really lovely to see young love and love for the first time, but it’s also very important and lovely to see somebody who has loved and lost and grieved and comes with a myriad of baggage,” she continued. “Because everyone can identify with that and I think that’s important to show.”

The latest season of Bridgerton largely focuses on the romance between Violet’s second son, Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson), and maid Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), who got their happy ending in the season 4 finale.

As is Bridgerton tradition, each season focuses on a different sibling’s love story, with seasons 5 and 6 set to focus on Eloise (Claudia Jessie) and Francesca (Hannah Dodd), though what order they’ll take the lead is yet to be confirmed.

Ha, meanwhile, hopes to return as Sophie in season 5.

“I would love to film as much as possible,” Ha, 28, told Us Weekly exclusively in February.

“I mean, it’s Bridgerton. I’m new and I don’t have years under my belt. So I’m still fresh and I’m still ready to go. I am eager,” she added.

Josh Duggar faced up to 20 years in prison after being convicted of possessing and receiving child porn in late 2021, which he was later officially sentenced to.

One day after news broke in April 2021 that the 19 Kids and Counting alum was arrested in Arkansas on the child pornography charges, Us Weekly confirmed that he was indicted on the counts.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Western District of Arkansas revealed the nature of the charges in a press release on April 30, 2021.

“A Springdale man was arrested yesterday for receiving and possessing material depicting the sexual abuse of children,” the release began. “According to court documents, Joshua James Duggar, 33, allegedly used the internet to download child sexual abuse material. Duggar allegedly possessed this material, some of which depicts the sexual abuse of children under the age of 12, in May 2019.”

Josh, the eldest child of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, was detained without bond. He was released from jail in May 2021 and was allowed to see his children with supervised visits — though he was not allowed to live with them. The news ​of Josh’s April arrest came days after his wife, Anna Duggar, announced that the pair are expecting their seventh child.

The twosome, who wed in 2008, share seven kids: Mackynzie (born October 2009), Michael (June 2011), Marcus (June 2013), Meredith (July 2015), Mason (September 2017) and Maryella (November 2019) Madyson Lilly (born October 2021).

​While the Duggars have acknowledged Josh’s behavior was wrong, multiple family members — including Anna, Michelle and Jim Bob — have publicly supported Josh and attended his trial. In May 2022, Michelle and Anna sent letters to the judge praising him and pleading that he get the minimum sentence of five years.

After delays, Josh was sentenced on May 25, 2022. Scroll through for everything we know about the case.

By Chris Snellgrove
| Published 9 seconds ago

For better or for worse, NuTrek shows like Strange New Worlds and Starfleet Academy have gone out of their way to get their characters laid. Back in the Golden Age of Star Trek, however, it was notoriously difficult for even the most important characters to get any onscreen action. In fact, when Patrick Stewart first met superstar TNG writer Ronald D. Moore, he gave him one piece of advice about scripting: “The captain doesn’t do nearly enough screwing and shooting on this show.”

Dr. Bashir actor Siddig El Fadil felt the same way, and he spent the early days of Deep Space Nine jokingly asking writers and producers when his character would get a girlfriend. Forgotten Trek writer Evan Carlos Somers rose to the challenge by writing “Melora,” an episode in which the titular character would fall in love with the station’s handsome doctor. However, the young writer went the extra mile, later revealing that a primary reason for writing this script was to give the good doctor some kinky zero-gravity sex!

Computer: Defy Gravity

If it’s been a while since you have seen this less-than-beloved episode, here’s a recap: “Melora” is about a Starfleet officer (Melora Pazlar) who visits Deep Space Nine and has trouble moving around because she is from a planet with very low gravity. Her fancy anti-grav chair is incompatible with Cardassian technology, so Dr. Bashir replicates her an old-fashioned wheelchair. He also falls in love with her, and they eventually have some freaky sex in the special low gravity of her cabin on the station.

One of the writers of this episode was Evan Carlos Somers, and he told The Official Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Magazine about how one of his biggest goals with this episode was to give Dr. Bashir a particularly kinky sexual encounter. “The producers had always thought the wheelchair officer would be a man, but I always thought of her as a woman,” he said. He then dropped a hilarious bombshell: “’Zero-gravity sex with Bashir’ was a prime element to the story in my mind.”

Tossed In Space

Does this mean that “Melora” was about nothing more than two characters boldly hoeing where nobody has hoed before? Not exactly: in that same interview, Somers revealed that he wanted Melora’s relationship with Bashir (including those two defying gravity in an especially wicked way) to represent a major temptation for her character. You see, Bashir develops a “cure” for Melora that would allow her to walk around places like DS9, but it would preclude her from ever returning to her homeworld.

Meloa, Somers says, is someone tempted by the cure because it is “presented to her concomitant to a growing love affair,” and she eventually realizes she is considering accepting the cure because she doesn’t want to disappoint the man who created it. Bashir developed the cure because “he loves her, and he would never want to do anything wrong for her.” She eventually realizes that “she doesn’t have to be cured” because there is nothing inherently wrong with her, and fully accepting herself is more important than making her new lover happy.

In that way, this Deep Space Nine episode told a very progressive story, leaving the groundwork open for Bashir and Melora to hook up yet again. She never returned to the show, though, which is for the best. Even when they were together, these two had a particularly topsy-turvy relationship. Of course, their relationship began the same way as everyone with an “it’s complicated” tag on Facebook: with a night of really freaky physicality!

By Chris Snellgrove
| Published 43 seconds ago

Ever learn about someone for the first time and feel an immediate kinship with them? Recently, I learned about the late, great Evan Carlos Somers, someone who wrote for the best Transformers show ever made: Beast Wars. He also wrote the episode “Melora” for Deep Space Nine, which just happens to be the greatest Star Trek show ever made (I said what I said, haters!).

What intrigued me most about Somers is that he wrote “Melora” out of spite. Part of that spite was for the Paramount production offices and the DS9 set itself. As a man in a wheelchair, Somers discovered how tough it was to get around the studio, and he made sure the wheelchair-bound Melora faced the same difficulties navigating the most famous space station in the quadrant. On top of that, he wrote “Melora” largely to wave a middle finger at the writers of “Ethics.” That’s the TNG episode where a paralyzed Worf wants to (as the kids on Starfleet Academy might say) unalive himself with the help of Commander Riker.

The Best Parking Spot On The Station

This tale is gonna need a double dose of context, so buckle up. The most notable thing about the “Melora” is that even in the 24th century, the titular Starfleet officer must use a wheelchair to move around the station. This is because she comes from a low-gravity planet, and her fancy hoverchair is incompatible with the station’s Cardassian technology. The episode was pitched and originally written (it got later rewrites) by Evan Carlos Somers, who felt that his life as a handicapped person would help him more authentically write for a wheelchair-bound character.

The big emotional thrust of the episode comes when Dr. Bashir develops a “cure” for Melora that would allow her to easily walk in Earth normal gravity. However, it would keep her from returning to her homeworld. It would also fundamentally change who she is, and she eventually decides not to go through with it just to make Bashir happy. In this way, the handicapped Somers wrote a quintessential Star Trek episode in which a character refuses to be defined by her disability and, instead, fully embraces it.

Today Is A Good Day To Die

While he was motivated to write “Melora” largely out of his desire to honestly portray the lived experience of a handicapped person, Somers also wanted to write a response to the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, “Ethics.” This is the episode where Worf gets paralyzed by some falling barrels, and he considers committing ritual suicide because of Klingon cultural customs. They believe if you can’t walk, you can’t fight, and if you can’t fight, you might as well be dead. Worf is unable to convince Riker to help with his assisted suicide and is unwilling to ask his son, so he reluctantly agrees to an experimental medical procedure that allows him to walk again.

In an interview with The Official Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Magazine, Evan Carlos Somers revealed that “Ethics” was an episode that “had gotten a little under my skin.” While acknowledging that Klingons have their own cultural values, he still felt that “we’re making statements with Star Trek” and that “messages and values are being broadcast loud and clear.” In this case, he “reented the message in ‘Ethics’–that Worf is worthless now that he’s disabled and therefore must kill himself.” This motivated the writing of “Melora” because “I always thought it would be nice to create a disabled character who’s accepted for what she is and doesn’t have to change.” 

In retrospect, “Melora” did have a nice message, but I find it personally hilarious that this progressive episode was written out of spite for the writers of an earlier TNG episode. Even funnier, “Ethics” was written by Ronald D. Moore, the Klingon expert who later went on to create the acclaimed Battlestar Galactica reboot.

He’s considered one of Star Trek’s best writers, but that didn’t keep a young intern-turned-writer from calling him out with one of DS9’s craziest episodes. Somers was powered by spite the same way the Enterprise is powered by the warp core, and like Scotty, he was giving it all he’s got with “Melora.” Real talk? As a cranky writer myself, that’s the kind of motivation I can get behind.

Nearly two decades after the death of Heath Ledger, the spotlight that once surrounded him has largely faded from one person’s life: his daughter, Matilda. 

Despite being born into Hollywood fame, the 20-year-old has grown up far from the chaos typically associated with celebrity families. 

Living quietly in New York and rarely seen in public, Matilda has built a life that feels intentionally normal, shaped by privacy, close family ties, and a path that looks very different from the industry her parents once dominated.

Heath Ledger’s Daughter Matilda Lives A Quiet Life Away From Fame

Heath Ledger’s daughter has managed something rare, growing up largely out of public view despite her famous background. 

Now 20, Matilda lives in Brooklyn Heights with her mother, Michelle Williams, in a multi-million-dollar townhouse, but her daily life remains surprisingly low-key.

Those close to her describe someone who enjoys simple routines, spending time with friends, and exploring her neighborhood. 

She’s often out grabbing coffee or trying new restaurants, earning a reputation as a “foodie,” while also being deeply immersed in books, sometimes reading multiple in a day.

Rather than embracing a high-profile lifestyle, she has leaned into anonymity. A source told the Daily Mail that her lifestyle reflects years of careful protection, saying, “Matilda has been protected by her mom for so long that she lives as normal and natural of a situation as possible.” 

That sense of normalcy is something she values deeply, choosing authenticity over visibility.

Ledger And Michelle Williams’ Early Decisions Shaped Matilda’s Upbringing

Matilda’s life today is closely tied to the choices made by her parents early on. Heath Ledger and Williams met in 2004 while filming Brokeback Mountain, quickly forming a relationship that led to Matilda’s birth the following year.

After their separation in 2007 and Ledger’s death in 2008, Williams made a major change to protect her daughter from public attention. 

She relocated them to a quieter, rural setting in upstate New York, focusing on creating stability away from media scrutiny.

Reflecting on that time, Williams described a childhood centered on freedom and exploration, recalling to Vanity Fair, “[It was] getting on a bicycle and being out and coming back for meals… and having that sense of freedom and safety in the world.”

That period helped shape Matilda’s perspective, reinforcing a lifestyle centered on privacy and simplicity rather than public attention.

The pair eventually returned to New York City years later, but that early foundation continues to influence how Matilda approaches life today.

Heath Ledger’s Daughter Matilda Is Exploring Her Own Future Path

While many celebrity children follow their parents into entertainment, Matilda appears to be taking a different route. According to sources, she has no interest in entering the entertainment industry.

“She still is trying to figure out what she would like to do for a career,” a source shared, adding, “But it isn’t going to be acting. She wants to leave that to her mom.”

Instead, she is still figuring out what direction to take, with a strong interest in animals shaping many of her potential plans. 

Those close to her say she enjoys being around animals and could thrive in an environment that allows her to work closely with them.

There are also hints that she may share some of her father’s talents. Heath Ledger was known for his skill in chess, and Matilda reportedly developed an early interest in the game as well.

Ledger’s Daughter Matilda Maintains Strong Ties To His Family

Even with her life based in the United States, Matilda remains closely connected to Heath Ledger’s side of the family in Australia. 

She keeps in regular contact with his parents and sister, maintaining a relationship that continues to honor her father’s memory.

“She is very close with Heath’s family and is eager to visit them and vice versa as often as possible,” a source revealed.

Those connections go beyond occasional conversations. Sources say she frequently checks in with them, staying updated on family matters and maintaining consistent communication across continents.

There are also plans being considered for the future. “She is very interested in going to Australia to study but also to experience life out there,” the insider added, noting that she may spend time abroad after taking a gap year.

Despite living in New York, that link to her father’s roots remains an important part of her identity, and it continues to influence the decisions she is making about her future.

Heath Ledger’s Legacy Continues To Shape Matilda’s Life Today

Matilda’s life is also shaped by what she inherited from her father, not just emotionally, but materially. 

Following Ledger’s death, his entire estate was transferred to her, ensuring she would carry forward what he left behind.

She is also set to receive personal items tied to his legacy, including his Oscar for “The Dark Knight,” which had been placed in a museum with plans to return it to her.

At home, her life continues to evolve as part of a growing family. She lives with her mother, stepfather Thomas Kail, and several younger siblings, including a new addition welcomed via surrogate. 

“The family keeps things very secretive, very tight knit, but one thing is for sure, Matilda is excited for her mom and Thomas,” the insider said.

Even though she was only two when Heath Ledger passed away, his presence still resonates. “She was only two when Heath passed away but she still feels his presence and love,” the source explained. “She knows he was a very special person and is proud that he is her father.”

By Jennifer Asencio
| Published 32 seconds ago

The announcement of a new Firefly season at AwesomeCon on March 15, 2026, was eagerly anticipated by fans of the show. When Firefly was canceled in 2002, it was abrupt and even traumatic because we had all quickly grown attached to the quirky crew of the Serenity. The movie, named after the smuggling starship, delivered both excitement and heartbreak, giving fans what we all thought was one last look at Malcolm Reynolds and his associates. So when lead actor Nathan Fillion started teasing a cast reunion, Browncoats took notice.

On the surface, the cast announcement, made via Zoom, sounds awesome. There’s a new season in development and it’s going to be animated. It’s going to take place between the end of the single television season and the movie. This means Alan Tudyk’s wisecracking Wash is still alive, and also that Shepherd Book, previously played by deceased actor Ron Glass, can be taken “out to the black” and live on.

Same Cast, Different Style

Some fans are happy because the rest of the cast is reuniting for this project and finally answering their hopes. An animated version also avoids trying to explain why the characters look older than they did in the Serenity movie, while providing the fan service we’ve all been asking for.

The animation is being produced by award-winning studio ShadowMachine, which also inked BoJack Horseman, Guillermo del Toro’s Oscar-winning Pinocchio, the vanished Final Space, and a fair portion of Adult Swim’s content, including Robot Chicken. The animation style isn’t to everyone’s taste, though. Some people, beyond just those who only wanted something live action, aren’t warming up to the artistic concepts shared so far.

Still Looking For A Proper Platform

Another source of dissatisfaction is that the show doesn’t actually have a home. It has almost everything else it needs: a studio, a returning cast, and creator Joss Whedon’s blessing, but no streamer or network. The cast announcement struck some viewers as begging for help, and others as a false promise, since a show without a network is no good to fans.

The biggest red flags about the show for some fans have surrounded the show runners, both past and present. Whedon may have given his blessing, but he is not involved. Many believe that he is the heart of the show’s tone and humor, and that it wouldn’t be the same without his involvement.

Fans Approach With Guarded Enthusiasm

This has been amplified for a lot of viewers by the involvement of Marc Guggenheim and wife Tracy Butters, both alums of superhero shows but also outspoken activists. Guggenheim, responsible for the CW Arrowverse, has never shied away from using Arrow or Legends of Tomorrow to make political statements favoring specific talking points, and has already been noted for attacking Firefly fans who voted for President Trump. Such fans are concerned that yet another beloved property they enjoy will be used to attack and scold them with political messaging rather than good storytelling.

Every fandom has its slop eaters who will eat up a show, no matter how bad, just because it exists and bears the name of their favorite franchise. The Firefly fandom has hope that the combination of the cast reuniting and the show being animated compensates for its physical limitations. But a lot of fans, who have spent the past decade being burned by bad reboots, sequels, and spinoffs from their favorite franchise, are wary that Firefly is about to do it again.

If you want to go to Europe this spring, same. But if dropping thousands on a ticket isn’t in the cards, you can at least look like you did with these 19 spring pieces that nail the aesthetic. Aside from channeling the effortless style that European women have mastered, whether they’re heading to the farmers market or the school pick-up line, these chic finds start at just $8.

Our favorite outfit sets, dresses, blouses and more channel Paris and Milan at the same time, with hints of Santorini thrown in. Whether you need a wardrobe overhaul or a simple refresh, these wardrobe essentials go above and beyond. They’re also mega versatile, pairing well with whatever’s already hanging in your closet. So, go ahead. . . grab a few!

19 European-Looking Spring Pieces — From $8

Parisian-Style Outfit Sets

1. Vacation Mode: Packing for a trip — or getting ready for your typical day-to-day — gets easier when a two-piece outfit has you covered from sightseeing to dinner. The sleeveless mockneck style keeps you cool, but not too cool, ensuring you’re well prepared for whatever the weather is doing.

2. Classy Act: This classy knit lounge set combines a cap-sleeve top with pleated pants, making it look double the price. Aside from the luxe appearance, it’s also super soft, so you’ll have no issue wearing it on repeat.

3. Lounge in Luxury: Want to feel like you’re rocking loungewear, but look like you’re in real clothes? This knit tee and pants combo delivers. We especially love the contrast hems, which add a bit of flair to this easy, elevated ensemble.

4. Yacht Wife: Loose and luxurious, Tankaneo’s two-piece set checks every box. We love the nautical stripes that channel serious coastal energy — a vibe you’ll definitely want to channel this season.

5. Effortless Elegance: Wear this crewneck and midi skirt pairing to daytime appointments or a nice dinner, and people will ask where you got it. Made of quality knit material and featuring chic stripes, it looks like a $200 outfit. . . but costs under $50!

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Uma Thurman is looking back on a prime desire she never saw come to reality.

The iconic actress spent time recollecting her days in the industry, noting decisions that helped shape her career over the years. While building a top industry status, she focused on raising her three children and trying to build a family with her previous partners.

Uma Thurman raves about how proud she is of her kids and their achievements. Her older two, whom she shares with her ex-husband, Ethan Hawke, have walked in their mom’s footsteps, making a name in Hollywood.

Uma Thurman Never Got The Chance To Live In Hollywood

Thurman keeps fans up to speed with the happenings in her life, both personal and professional, as she chatted in a recent interview. She shared how life was very different for her growing up and the phases she went through before and after her big break in the industry. 

Her star role in “Kill Bill” in 2003 propelled her career as an actor to greater heights, winning her nine individual awards amid several nominations. The actress’s achievements came without the conventional move to Los Angeles, and although she wished she had planted solid roots in the city, she ultimately chose family.

The stakes were high as she had successfully built an A-list career and become an action star without possibly having a deeper connection to the industry. She told InStyle during the cover interview, “I actually always wished I had moved to Los Angeles.” She stayed in New York instead, shuffled back and forth to L.A. for work, and perhaps relatedly never felt fully at home in Hollywood.

Why Thurman’s Wish Never Came True

The star revealed that with her rise to fame, she nearly moved fully to California, but a personal change stopped her in her tracks. In her words, “I even got an apartment there at one point because I was working there really frequently, and as soon as I signed the lease, I got pregnant with my daughter within, like, six weeks.” 

Ultimately, she had to choose between Hollywood and family, and she chose the latter. Her decision, although practical, came at a cost that still nags at her as she had to pay out months of rent. The other downside was the effect that not residing in L.A. had on her career. “I never did time in Los Angeles, and because of that, I kind of never integrated into the community of my own profession, and I think that’s too bad,” the A-list actress said.

She spent those years building connections and a community with other moms at pickup on 16th Street and Rutherford Place rather than in Hollywood circles. Even though she stressed that she does not regret her decision as happiness was more important, Thurman said, “I wish I’d had that chapter. I think I really would have liked it.”

The ‘Kill Bill’ Star Has Built A Bloodline Of Stars

Thurman’s success extends to the children and family she gave up her wishes for. She married Ethan Hawke in 1998, whom she met the previous year while on set for “Gattaca.” The pair welcomed two children, Maya and Levon, while they were together before finalizing their divorce in 2005. The star previously told PEOPLE:

“I’m madly in love with all of my children and very proud of them. I think they conduct themselves with a lot of dignity and respect for others. It’s all a parent could dream of.”

Maya has followed her mother’s footsteps, building a career in Hollywood after landing her breakout role as Robin Buckley in the third season of the hit series “Stranger Things.” In addition to these, she is a singer-songwriter too. Before pursuing acting, Maya started off as a teen model, where she worked with a number of brands such as AllSaints and Calvin Klein.

The 27-year-old collaborated with designers such as Zac Posen and has also appeared in various fashion publications such as Vogue. Levon also has an interest in fashion, like his sister, and has pursued a career in acting, too. His on-screen debut was for a role in “Blackout,” which aired in 2018. He was also an extra in season four of “Stranger Things.”

The Award-Winning Actress Had Reservations About Maya Joining The Industry

Like every other parent, Thurman had fears about her children’s future. Seeing her daughter had chosen the Hollywood path, she expressed that she had some reservations about the life of fame. The “Kill Bill” star noted the fact that industry stars thriving amid the complicated career are always in the public eye. 

“She’s a sensitive person. Any protective parent would be anxious for their child to go into the public arena, not because they want to be in the public arena, but because they’re so creative. You just wish they’d find any other way to be creative,” she said of Maya.

As shared by The Blast, the “Pulp Fiction” star also advised her daughter on the gender bias in the entertainment world and how women’s looks are often judged. “Because this industry is so much tougher on women, my mom had reservations about me not becoming an actor, but becoming a public figure,” Maya recalled in a previous interview.

Uma Thurman Starred With Her Daughter In 2023

A 2023 comedy crime thriller brought the mother-daughter together on screens. “The Kill Room” starred Thurman as an art gallery owner, Patrice Capullo, working with a hit man and his boss to organize a money-laundering scheme. Maya’s character, Grace, is a fixture in the New York art world who is intensely curious about the true identity of the hitman.

This project marked the first for the mother-daughter duo. However, The Blast reported that there are prospects of future collaborations. Filmmaker and author Quentin Tarantino previously explained that for a future “Kill Bill: Vol. 3,” Maya could be cast as Thurman’s daughter if the plot goes decades into the future.

Maya has also worked with her father in “The Good Lord” in 2020. Recalling the experience in an interview, the star shared that working with Ethan was an unforgettable experience.

Is it too late for Uma Thurman to fulfill her wish?