“Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Taylor Frankie Paul has made a shocking admission about her relationship with Mormonism. After enduring a challenging 4 weeks amid the fallout from her ongoing domestic violence investigation and canceled season of “The Bachelorette,” Paul said she’s stepping away to explore a world beyond the church.

Taylor Frankie Paul Makes A Surprise Admission About Her Relationship With The Mormon Church Amid ‘SLOMW’ Scandal

In her Instagram Stories, Paul shared a lengthy post admitting that she’s in an entirely new place with religion.

“Born and raised Mormon (LDS) and I’ll always have love and respect towards it,” the reality star wrote. “I’ll even continue to go with my family at times, with that being said, it’s time to detach myself from it.”

While Paul said she believes in Jesus Christ, God, and the Bible, she stated that she doesn’t need to be in a physical church building to be loved.

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“I’ve also experienced grace and love from amazing people that aren’t sure what they believe — if at all,” she added.

“Point being, there is more out there to learn. And I’m writing this out as a release,” Paul finished.

Taylor Frankie Paul Addresses Turmoil She’s Experienced Over The Last 40 Days

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In a separate post, Paul, 31, got candid about the disruption she’s experienced over the last month after some of her personal business was made public.

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“The last 40 days felt like hell on earth. Through every panic attack I prayed for strength as I could feel my body breaking down and out from the distress of it all,” Paul said. “And HE sent just that in various ways along with so many undeniable signs saying ‘I am with you’ which I can’t wait to share that part.”

Paul went on to say that she’s been an avid believer in prayer since she was a young girl and “never stayed away” because of the power she believes it holds. “However, instead of just asking I switched over to thanking him at the end of each day no matter how low I felt,” she said.

Taylor Frankie Paul Has Season Of ‘The Bachelorette’ Pulled By ABC And Disney Following Release Of Domestic Assault Video

According to a previous report from The Blast, Paul has been the center of negative attention over the last month following the release of a video showing a domestic dispute she had with her ex, Dakota Mortensen, in 2023.

In the shocking clip, Paul appears to punch and strike Mortensen before throwing metal chairs at him, which later hit her minor daughter.

“This is called physical abuse. This is all you do,” Mortensen cried out in the video. “It’s the only thing you know how to do is hurt me. You think this is OK? It’s not OK. Holy sh-t.”

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The video came to light after a source revealed the cast of Hulu’s “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” refused to film after learning another alleged domestic dispute occurred between Mortensen and Paul in February 2026.

Amid all of this, ABC and Disney canceled what would’ve been the 22nd season of “The Bachelorette,” which was supposed to feature Paul as the lead.

“In light of the newly released video just surfaced today, we have made the decision to not move forward with the new season of The Bachelorette, [starring Paul], at this time, and our focus is on supporting the family,” the network said in a statement.

TFP Gets Support From Her ‘SLOMW’ Co-Stars

Paul has faced public backlash over her reported trials; however, one of her “SLOMW” co-stars rushed to her defense during a recent media appearance.

Jessi Draper showed her support for Paul on “Call Her Daddy,” according to The Blast, revealing Paul has made “a lot of changes” that the audience doesn’t know about.

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“Seeing that video is so hard, because there’s so much pain underneath the surface for Taylor,” Draper shared. “It’s not who Taylor is. She got caught in a really bad cycle.”

Paul Wasn’t The Only Person Punished By Hulu

The Blast reported that Mortensen has also been punished by ABC and Disney over his role in the alleged dispute between him and Paul in February of this year.

Mortensen, a member of DadTok, was scheduled to appear in season 3 of “Vanderpump Villa”; however, Hulu has decided to cut his scenes due to the ongoing ordeal.

In an earlier statement, Mortensen said his primary focus at this time was on his son, Ever, and offering him stability during this difficult time.

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The Blue Bloods franchise has mourned the deaths of some cast members over the years.

The CBS show, which aired from 2010 to 2024, followed the lives of the Reagan family, many of whom work for the NYPD under the leadership of NYC police commissioner Frank Reagan (Tom Selleck). Frank’s father, Henry Reagan (Len Cariou), was also central to the show, alongside Frank’s children: daughter Erin Reagan (Bridget Moynahan) and sons Danny (Donnie Wahlberg) and Jamie Reagan (Will Estes).

After Blue Bloods came to an end, CBS announced spinoff Boston Blue, which follows Wahlberg’s character taking a position with the Boston P.D. He is then paired with detective Lena (Sonequa Martin-Green), the eldest daughter of a prominent law enforcement family.

Since Blue Bloods became a household name, the cast has mourned numerous costar deaths. The CBS show often featured tribute cards at the end of episodes with executive producer Leonard Goldberg and star Treat Williams receiving dedications.

In March 2026, news broke that Alex Duong died from a rare form of cancer after previously playing criminal and gang leader Sonny Le.

“We are overwhelmed with gratitude — because of you, we have already reached the original goal. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts,” a message read on a fundraiser page for Duong. “At the same time, with Alex passing, Christina’s situation has become more serious and the financial needs ahead are much greater than we could have anticipated. Alex’s memorial service, Everest ‘s education needs, ongoing care, daily support, and what lies ahead for his family mean we must continue raising funds beyond this initial goal.

The statement continued: “If you’ve already given, thank you — truly. If you’re able to share or contribute again, it would mean everything right now. Please keep Alex and his family in your prayers. Your support is carrying them through the hardest time of their lives. We will update you with respect to details of his ‘Celebration of Life.’”

Keep scrolling for the most heartbreaking Blue Bloods tragedies over the years:

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The comedian Alex Duong died in March 2026 at age 42 after battling a rare form of cancer.

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Ed Wheeler, who played Councilman Welsh, died in October 2024 from complications of pneumonia at age 88.

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After playing Lenny Ross in season 7, Treat Williams died at the age of 71 in a motorcycle accident in June 2023.

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If you were upright and outside back in 2014, you almost certainly heard buzz about a little critical darling called Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance). The film, which managed to sweep the Academy Awards with wins for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography, is perhaps best known today for its visual gimmick. The gimmick in question, is the elaborate stitching technique used to make Birdman appear as though it was captured in a single, continuous take.

Superhero Shame Leads To Broadway Game

In case you missed it, Birdman was written and directed by legendary Mexican filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu. The film stars Michael Keaton in the lead role, as a washed-up actor best known for portraying a winged superhero decades earlier. This is obviously a thinly-veiled nod to Keaton’s history portraying Batman back in the 1980s, and a commentary on how the industry viewed superhero films before the Marvel Cinematic Universe made them the most mainstream thing on the planet.

In present day, Keaton’s Riggan Thomson is trying to restart his career, by directing and starring in a Broadway play. To get the show off the ground, he enlists the help of his girlfriend Laura, his daughter Sam, a recovering addict, and an insufferable method actor named Mike Shiner. Shiner is portrayed by Edward Norton in the film, in a role that some have theorized is based on his own behind-the-scenes behavior.

As the gang prepares for opening night, numerous issues arise, causing the show to go off the rails. At different moments, light fixtures fall from the ceiling, endangering the cast, Riggan clashes with his pompous co-stars, and at one point, he even finds himself locked out of the building in nothing but his tighty whities, forcing him to navigate through a crowd of gasping New Yorkers. All the while, the camera moves in extremely long shots, which make the film appear to play out in a single continuous take.

A One-Shot Like No Other

The camera work on Birdman is nothing short of spectacular. On an initial viewing, you might not be able to spot where the takes are stitched together at all. The presentation makes the whole film play out like a live stage show, effectively giving the viewer a window into what Riggan is trying to create with his Broadway play. Meanwhile, the frenetic drum-centric score cranks the chaotic energy to the max, forcing your heart to thump with excitement.

The score and visual presentation of Birdman became so popular after the film’s release that it was parodied by several well-known TV shows like BoJack Horseman, Sesame Street, and one especially memorable episode of It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia titled “Charlie Work.” They even opened the Razzie Awards with a parody skit of Birdman the year after the film premiered.

Though it’s best known for the visual gimmicks today, Birdman is well worth watching for its story alone. Iñárritu managed to weave the themes and concepts central to the film into a meta-narrative about the nature of performance itself, in a masterful display of writing and direction. There are a few mind-boggling visual effects present in the movie that will drive you crazy trying to figure out how they pulled it off, too.

Birdman Isn’t Easy To Stream

Unfortunately, Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is not currently part of any major streaming library. It’s well worth the price to rent or buy through VOD services, but the film really should be placed on one of the major streamers, to ensure it gets the viewership it deserves.

As of this writing, Birdman can be viewed on-demand through YouTube, Apple TV+, Prime Video, and Fandango at Home.

By Chris Snellgrove
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One of the most unappreciated members of any given Star Trek show is the science consultant. This is the guy who is in charge of making all of the crazy sci-fi adventures of our favorite characters sound relatively realistic. At the end of the day, that’s what separates this franchise from Star Wars, which explains its wildest plot points by simply saying that the Force moved in mysterious ways.

On one occasion, a scientific consultant effectively saved the most important episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation. After the rocky second season ended with a crappy clip show, Season 3 began with “Evolution,” a banger episode that proved that TNG was about to become must-see TV. The episode prominently featured nanites, futuristic machines straight out of our wildest sci-fi fantasies. But without consultant David Krieger, this episode wouldn’t have had nanites. Instead, it would have had dust mites flying tiny planes around the Enterprise!

Good Boys And Bad Science

For context, the plot of “Evolution” involved the Enterprise crew helping a cranky genius study a stellar explosion that happens every 196 years like clockwork. Meanwhile, teenage wunderkind Wesley Crusher was conducting experiments involving nanites, and he accidentally let a couple of the critters loose. Soon, they replicate and evolve, threatening the big experiment and everyone aboard the ship. The scientist clashes with the nanites, but Picard reaches a diplomatic solution by securing these new life forms their very own homeworld.

“Evolution” is an excellent episode, and it was written by Michael Piller, the man who ultimately became TNG’s showrunner and turned it into one of the best shows in television history. Plus, the nanites are one of the coolest creatures ever introduced into Star Trek. However, Star Trek science consultant David Krieger revealed on his personal website that this episode was nearly very different. According to him, the original pitch didn’t include nanites. Instead, it featured dust mites that gained intelligence and flew around the Enterprise in miniature aircraft.

A Shocking Development

Fortunately for all of us, Krieger found this idea deeply stupid. In fact, he claims that he laughed out loud when he read the original premise for the episode. Once he stopped chuckling, though, he spoke to the producers and firmly objected to the idea of dust mites turning into tiny flying gremlins. Instead, he proposed using nanites instead, which was a great call: not only are nanites based on actual scientific theories, but they looked far less goofy onscreen than flying dust mites ever would.

If David Krieger hadn’t stepped in and shut down the dust mite plot, “Evolution” would have joined the ranks of “Spock’s Brain” as one of the worst episodes in all of Star Trek history. Thanks to this science consultant’s intervention, though, this episode helped transform The Next Generation into what many fans consider the gold standard of the franchise. It also helped Michael Piller become showrunner, and he was so successful in the role that he would later help create both Deep Space Nine and Voyager. In that way, this humble consultant did more than save a single episode; he may have saved Star Trek as we know it!

By Brian Myers
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Director and screenwriter Bob Clark did such a masterful job with the 1983 movie A Christmas Story that it’s hard to imagine the man creating anything that wasn’t wholesome. But two years before little Ralphie gets his Red Ryder gun, Clark wrote and directed a comedy so lewd and outrageous that modern audiences are still shocked by it. 1981’s Porky’s was one of the raunchiest comedy movies ever released by a major studio and served as an important milestone in shock comedy.

A Filthy, Iconic Revenge Arc

The story arc of Clark’s semi-autobiographical movie follows a group of high school basketball players who live in Angel Beach, FL in the 1950s. Their hormones raging, they conceive a plan to lose their virginities to an older sex worker, not realizing that they are being set up for a humiliating (and pretty darn funny) prank set up by one of their older brothers.

Determined to follow through with the plan of getting their first times out of the way, the boys believe that their dreams can be fulfilled at a strip club located deep in the Everglades. The seedy establishment is the film’s namesake, owned and operated by an older, hefty character named Porky Wallace. The team makes their way to the strip club, makes an arrangement with Porky for a handful of ladies, and are guided to a darkened room to await their fates.

Unfortunately, it’s a trap. A literal one. Porky pulls a lever from the outside the room the boys are waiting in, springing open a hatch in the floor. The boys plummet down and into the swamp water below.

Enraged, the team storms back in to get their money back and to take a crack at the source of their collective humiliation. Outnumbered and outwitted, they decide to leave while they are still in one piece. They make the long drive back to Angel Beach, still virgins.

The remainder of the film’s primary plotline involves subsequent attempts at revenge on Porky Wallace by one of the group, who only gets severely beaten. Finally, with the help of one of their older brothers (a local policeman), the boys hatch an elaborate vengeance plot that they hope will ruin Porky forever.

But Wait, There’s Sidequests!

The film’s main story is compelling enough. The initial visit to the strip club is equal parts funny and cringy, and the final 20 minutes showcase one of the greatest revenge ideas ever. But it’s all of the side stories that spring up along the way that really make Porky’s a raunchy comedy well worth the time. One subplot involves the new gym coach wondering why one of the younger girls’ coaches (played by Kim Cattrall) has the nickname “Lassie.” No spoilers, but it has nothing to do with her love of collies.

Another sub-plot concerns several of the basketball players discovering that there are ways to view the girls while they shower after practice. Tommy Turner, Pee Wee Morris, and Billy McCarty try and fail several times, mistiming when the girls would be there. But one time, they get lucky and then get caught. No spoilers here, either, but an unnamed appendage of Tommy Turners accidentally winds up in the hands of a woman that the girls call “Kong,” the cranky old Coach Ballbricker.

Porky’s is a mashup of sophomoric pranks, full frontal nudity, hilarious sex scenes, and satisfying revenge. The Movie somehow manages to capture the nostalgic feeling of the 1950s, making the Angel Beach high school and its student body part of Rockwell illustration that is then caked in phallic jokes and bare-breasted women. If Happy Days and late 70s soft-core pornography gave birth to a film that was narrated by a group of 17-year-old boys, the finished product wouldn’t be that far from the film written and directed by Clark.

Porky’s went where no other major release had gone before. Multiple scenes of full-frontal nudity, lewd discussions about quests to lose virginities, and one character’s hilarious obsession with the size of his manhood (he measures it every morning and actually keeps a “growth chart” and pencil next to his bed) paved the way for even raunchier comedy movies throughout the remainder of the 80s and forward. Where Animal House didn’t dare to go, Porky’s said “hold my beer” and delivered shock, awe, and tear-jerking laughter. To be sure, without Porky’s, there would be no Revenge of the Nerds or American Pie.

From Progressive To Perverse

Clark would go on to direct the first sequel, Porky’s II: The Next Day two years later, the same year that he directed the timeless Christmas movie that so many people watch each holiday season. This was certainly the filmmaker’s peak, as the entries later in his career included the bombs Loose Cannons, Turk 182, and Rhinestone.

In case you thought that Porky’s might be an aberration in Clark’s career as a family-friendly filmmaker, guess again. The New Orleans native began making exploitation movies in the late 1960s, beginning with the cult classic She-Man. The plot centers around a former GI that discovers that he enjoys wearing women’s clothing, giving audiences a look at the trans community.

Clark followed that work up with a documentary titled Queens at Heart in 1967. This piece centered around the lives of four transwomen, each of whom dresses to match their genders assigned at birth by day but live as women after work. Both of these early films by Clark are considered ground-breaking, given that they provide a candid and honest glimpse into the lives of a community that was scarcely represented during that era.

From there, Clark shifted his focus to horror. His first genre film was the gruesome zombie movie Children Shouldn’t Play With Dead Things (1972). Shot with a budget of $50,000, the cult classic was the result of Clark’s tireless diligence and the participation of a group of the director’s friends from college. It helped to cement his reputation as one of the best B-horror filmmakers of the decade and quickly became a late-night drive-in favorite.

In 1974, Clark directed two additional horror films. The first, Death Dream, was a reimagining of the W. W. Jacobs tale “The Monkey’s Paw.” Though a low-budget feature, it starred future multi-Emmy Award nominee Richard Backus (One Life to Live, Ryan’s Hope), as well as Academy Award nominee Lynn Carlin (Faces). Horror fans will recognize the special effects makeup work of master artist Tom Savini, who would soon go on to work with George Romero.

The second horror entry that year was, ironically enough, Clark’s first Christmas movie. Black Christmas is regarded by many as the first slasher film and has been remade twice (2006 and 2019). The original stars future Superman and Amityville Horror actress Margot Kidder, Olivia Hussey, and John Saxon.

Bob Clark’s Legendary Run

Rounding out the decade for Clark was a leap to yet another genre of film. In 1976, he filmed Breaking Point, a low-budget crime drama starring Bo Svenson and Robert Culp. Three years later he brought to life Sherlock Holmes and Watson in the mystery thriller Murder by Decree. The plot follows the British duo as they track the Whitechapel killings committed by the notorious Jack the Ripper. It was his biggest budget film by far at that point, and boasted a cast consisting of James Mason (Salem’s Lot, Lolita), Christopher Plummer (Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country), and Donald Sutherland (Invasion of the Body Snatchers).

So, the next time you and your family gather around the TV with the family and begin quoting along with Ralphie and the bunch, remember that the brain behind it was also the same fellow who orchestrated an on-screen tug-of-war between Coach Ballbricker and that rascal Tommy Turner, using the latter’s genitalia as sports equipment.

As of this writing, Porky’s is currently unavailable for Streaming.

From the heartbreaking modern classic Sound of Metal and the Jeffrey Wright-led American Fiction to the underrated One Night in Miami and Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista‘s The Wrecking Crew, Prime Video has quietly dropped some of the best streaming movies in recent memory. However, not all have been the enormous streaming successes of the likes of The Wrecking Crew, with some falling under the radar, as is the nature of streaming.

One of the more underrated entries from the Prime Video catalog is The Order, a based-on-a-true-story crime drama released less than two years ago. Directed by Justin Kurzel, 13 years after his debut, Snowtown, the film is set against the backdrop of a year of daring bank heists that have baffled law enforcement. As the violence escalates, FBI agent Terry Husk (Jude Law) becomes convinced that, instead of financially motivated attacks, the heists and robberies are instead the work of a domestic terrorist group.

Alongside Law, the film also featured the talents of Nicholas Hoult and Tye Sheridan, and was praised for its slick neo-noir execution and a Heat-esque tale that was triumphant in its ambition. Sadly, despite a positive response from critics and a near-perfect 93% score on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, The Order was limited to an uneventful theatrical run. In total, the film earned just $2.2 million from just 2.3 weeks on average in theaters. 16 months after its short theatrical run, The Order is proving a streaming success, officially placing inside the top ten most-watched movies on Prime Video in the world, at the time of writing.

What Did Collider Say About ‘The Order’?

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Ross Bonaime reviewed The Order for Collider, agreeing with the near-perfect response from Rotten Tomatoes critics with an 8/10 score. “With The Order, Kurzel takes on a more straightforward approach than usual, giving us a Mann-esque thriller that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats,” Bonaime said. He continued, “Yet the director also manages to keep that disturbing energy that has made his work up to this point so effective and unnerving. The Order is a solid crime drama that sometimes hits too close to home, but that’s what makes it so terrifying.”

The Order is currently one of the ten most-watched movies on Prime Video in the world. Make sure to stay tuned to Collider for all the latest streaming stories.

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Pooh Shiesty‘s dad, Lontrell Williams Sr., was reportedly granted a $250,000 bond and to be placed on house arrest as a new lawyer, John Helms, rolls out the rapper’s defense in his federal kidnapping case.

RELATED: Pooh Shiesty, His Dad, Gucci Mane & Keyshia Ka’oir Were Active On Social Media Around Time Of Alleged Robbery — Here’s What They Posted

Pooh Shiesty’s Dad, Lontrell Williams Sr., Reportedly Granted $250K Bond & To Be Placed On House Arrest

According to Localmemphis.com, prosecutors presented their case against Pooh Shiesty, his dad, and seven others to a federal judge in Memphis, Tennessee, on Friday, April 3. Furthermore, the event reportedly made way at a detention hearing for Williams Sr., Big30, real name Rodney Wright Jr., and three other defendants (not including Pooh Shiesty). Ultimately, the judge reportedly ruled that prosecutors have probable cause to pursue their case against the group.

Regarding Williams Sr., prosecutors reportedly argued that he printed the music release contract that Pooh Shiesty allegedly forced Gucci Mane to sign at gunpoint on January 10, 2026. Williams Sr. reportedly printed the paperwork at a Staples in Frisco, Texas. Additionally, it is believed that Williams Sr. made contact with the music studio owner hours before the kidnapping and robbery of Gucci and two others took place at the location.

Lastly, prosecutors argued that Williams Sr. was not a “primary participant” in the robbery. However, his criminal record shows that he has previously been hit with “kidnapping, drug, gun, and other violent charges.”

In response, a lawyer for Williams Sr. reportedly argued that he is simply his son’s business manager. Additionally, they alleged that it’s “unconfirmed” what he printed out at Staples. Furthermore, the lawyer argued that the search of Williams’ home was clean. And previously, Pooh and Gucci had only ever used a studio to record music together.

Ultimately, the judge set Williams Sr.’s bond at $250,000. However, the judge ruled that he must remain on house arrest and may travel only to Dallas, Texas, where the case will proceed. At this time, however, it remains unclear whether Pooh’s dad has been released from police custody.

New Lawyer For Pooh Shiesty Rolls Out His Apparent Defense In His Federal Kidnapping Case

According to the Dallas Morning News, last week, a lawyer named John Helms reportedly joined Pooh’s legal defense team. As The Shade Room previously reported, Bradford Cohen was cited as Pooh’s initial defense lawyer, and said he spotted “inconsistencies” in the claims against his client.

Now, Helms has reportedly added his thoughts.

“The government tries to characterize this as a dispute over money between Lontrell and his record label, but in this business, things are very often not what they seem, and people’s motivations are very often not what they seem,” he reportedly told the outlet.

Per the Dallas Morning News, Helms shared that he and Cohen will be representing Pooh.

“… As the case goes on… I think it’s going to be significantly different from what the government says,” Helms reportedly added.

Why Are The Rapper & His Dad Caught Up In A Federal Kidnapping Case?

As The Shade Room previously reported, the FBI raided Pooh Shiesty’s family home in Memphis last week. This led to the arrest of Pooh and his dad. Subsequently, it was revealed that the pair was arrested for allegedly kidnapping and robbing Gucci Mane. This reportedly took place at a studio in Dallas, Texas, on January 10, 2026. Furthermore, prosecutors alleged the incident involved seven other suspects and two other victims.

Prosecutors believe the group committed the crime to force Gucci Mane to release Pooh from a music contract. The incident reportedly included barricaded doors, gunpoint tactics, and the robbery of luxury goods. This, while some of the defendants also flossed the stolen goods on social media.

Now, a defense lawyer for Big30 is reportedly arguing that there’s no evidence his client had a gun during the ordeal. Additionally, a defense lawyer for another suspect is reportedly arguing that Gucci Mane never identified his client. Also, at the detention hearing, it was reportedly shared that no video surveillance evidence has been recovered of any suspects possessing guns.

At this time, Gucci Mane has not publicly addressed the incident. Additionally, it is believed that if convicted, the suspects could face up to life in prison.

RELATED: From A Staples Stop To Social Media Flexing, Here Are 7 WILD Allegations In Pooh Shiesty’s Kidnapping Case

HBO’s new Harry Potter series is promoting itself as the ultimate retelling of the story with lots of new info going on outside of the Golden Trio in the story, and for diehard fans, no amount of on-screen storytelling would be enough. That’s why this latest update may sting a little for longtime readers, because after weeks of excitement around the teaser, the behind-the-scenes special, and the Christmas 2026 release date, fans now know exactly how long the first season will be — and it’s not quite as big as some were hoping.

Last night, HBO Max — 8 months early — released a documentary entitled Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic, and within that documentary, the new actor playing Albus Dumbledore, John Lithgow confirmed that the first season of HBO’s Harry Potter adaptation will run for eight episodes.

That means Season 1, titled Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, won’t be the 10-episode run some fans had been hoping for. For viewers who wanted a really expansive adaptation of the first book, eight episodes may feel a little tighter than expected, especially since HBO has spent so much time talking about making this version more faithful and more detailed than the films. At the same time, eight hours is still a lot more space than the 2001 movie had to work with, and recent comments from HBO have suggested the first season will cover the book in roughly eight hours.

Who Stars in ‘Harry Potter’?

The cast is led by Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley, with John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid. The wider cast also includes Rory Wilmot as Neville Longbottom, Lox Pratt as Draco Malfoy, Warwick Davis as Filius Flitwick, Sirine Saba as Pomona Sprout, Daniel Rigby as Vernon Dursley, Bel Powley as Petunia Dursley, Johnny Flynn as Lucius Malfoy, Bertie Carvel as Cornelius Fudge, Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell, Katherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley, Amos Kitson as Dudley Dursley, Gracie Cochrane as Ginny Weasley, Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch, Louise Brealeyas Rolanda Hooch, Bríd Brennan as Poppy Pomfrey, Leigh Gill as Griphook, and Anton Lesser as Garrick Ollivander.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone will premiere at Christmas this year​​​​​​​.

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