Bold and the Beautiful indicates that Ivy Forrester (Ashleigh Brewer) is exposed at last and Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) and Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) learn the truth they deserve to hear.

So, Ivy is going to have to face the music and answer to Electra and Will and some other people because those two might just be the beginning. We’re going to talk about the epic fallout that Ivy is going to have to face and what might come next after her manipulations are all exposed.

Daphne Finally Tells The Truth on Bold and the Beautiful

All right, so this week Daphne Rose (Murielle Hilaire) already got into it with Ivy and told her it’s gone on too long. The truth needs to come out. But again, Ivy brushed her off, but Daphne said they are not done. And then after Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor) broke up the fight between Will and RJ Forrester (Joshua Hoffman), we had Daphne telling him it’s not fair.

She hates what’s happened between Will and Electra. And then Daphne circled back around to Ivy again when she saw her pressing RJ to pursue Electra. Now that Daphne’s seen that Ivy won’t come clean and won’t stop manipulating Electra until she gets what she wants, she’s tired of it. And with Ivy digging in her heels, Daphne’s going to feel like she has no choice.

She’s given her every chance to do the right thing. Ivy’s not doing it. So, Daphne is going to tell Electra later this week that she deserves to know the truth about what happened to her relationship with Will. And it sounds like Daphne spills the whole manipulation scheme, all of it, everything that Ivy has done.

And by Friday, a tearful Electra is asking her aunt Ivy, where is the letter that she wrote to Will? Now, I do expect Ivy to try and lie and deny, but then she’s going to have to give Electra the truth. And the letter, that letter Electra wrote, is likely still in Ivy’s purse.

Electra and Will Confront Ivy on B&B

And once the truth comes out, both Electra and Will are going to confront Ivy, and they are big mad. We also have Dylan making a heartbreaking decision this week. Could be about moving out of Will’s, but honestly, I think Electra is being extra on that. One paycheck as a receptionist does not mean you have enough to afford an LA rental. And she thinks Dylan can find a place to live in a day.

That lets you know how out of touch and spoiled that Electra is. You need first and last month’s rent. You need a security deposit and renter’s insurance. Also, you need some furniture. You know, and I don’t think Dylan is making bank answering phones at Forrester. I kind of think Will is actually way too nice for Electra, if I’m being honest.

Dylan Fesses Up on Bold and the Beautiful?

Anyway, Dylan may also come clean about Ivy telling her to make a move on Will after Ivy split them up. But the bottom line is that Electra is going to know exactly what her aunt Ivy did by the end of the week. Of course, Daphne knows and Will’s going to know soon. And I’m sure from there word is going to spread around Forrester Creations like wildfire about Ivy’s horrible and manipulative behavior.

And it was actually in RJ’s favor. But I don’t think he’s going to defend her if I’m being honest. And from there, I expect that we are going to get massive fallout headed in Ivy’s direction. And not just from Will and Electra. There’s a lot of other people who may be putting Ivy in the hot seat and it could be people in important positions, people she’s going to regret upsetting.

Electra May Cut Ivy Out of Her Life

So, first after the truth bomb drops, I think Electra may cut Ivy out of her life because Electra trusted Ivy over anybody else. She refused to believe or even listen to Will and Dylan because she thought her aunt Ivy would never mislead her or betray her trust.

So, Electra is going to be heartbroken. I think she may feel foolish for believing Ivy. And from there, I expect Electra to say she can’t work with Ivy. She can’t be around her. She doesn’t want to see her. And Electra thinks that Will is the love of her life.

And she has been bullying Dylan non-stop for a while. So, I’m actually hoping that Electra turns all that bully energy onto Ivy where it belongs. And I hope Electra also tells her dad, who of course is Ivy’s brother, exactly what she did so that she also faces consequences from that whole side of the family, not just Electra herself.

Will Steffy Fire Ivy?

Now, the next thing I expect is for Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) to fire Ivy. Cousin or not, Steffy hates Ivy, and she has for years. They’ve had many issues and a long-standing rivalry over Liam. And don’t forget, Wyatt was also in Ivy’s crosshairs at one point.

So, I think she is just being hateful to Will because basically Ivy got dumped by two Spencers. She’s just salty. And if you remember, Steffy accidentally electroshocked Ivy once at Forrester Creations in the middle of a fight down in the basement. That was wild. So, Steffy doesn’t like Ivy. She doesn’t trust her on Bold and the Beautiful.

And if you remember, she tricked Liam into basically green card marrying her when he was with Steffy. So, I’m sure she’s going to feel bad for Electra, but also Steffy might love a reason to kick Ivy out the door. She didn’t want her there to start with and Electra can just design on her own.

Eric May Be Disappointed In Ivy on Bold and the Beautiful

I’m sure another thing is Eric Forrester (John McCook) may lay into Ivy for what she did to Electra and that would crush Ivy because she adores her uncle Eric and she wouldn’t want to disappoint him or upset him. If you remember, Ivy was the only one who attended Eric and Quinn’s wedding and Ivy treasures Eric.

But Ivy’s recent antics have been way, way out of line. And I can’t see Eric condoning that. He might give Ivy a piece of his mind and tell her how appalled that he is. And this might be one more family member who reads her for filth after the Electra plot comes out.

Now, even though Ivy swears she did all this for Electra and everything was in her best interest, that is no defense. I mean, heck, Eric himself may fire Ivy and tell her she’s no longer welcome at Forrester Creations. She’s not welcome at Eric’s home, at least until everything calms down. Now, I’m sure Ivy would be crushed if that happened.

Will Ivy Be Sent Back To Australia?

And another consequence Ivy might face is she might be sent back to Australia rather than offered other options. So, we could see Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and Steffy agreeing not only does Ivy need fired from Forrester Creations main office in LA, but they won’t let her go hide out at Forrester International in Paris like they let black sheep do sometimes.

So, the Forresters may decide that Ivy needs cut off from everybody. And we know that she is going somewhere because Ashley Brewer, I think, is probably already out on maternity leave. So, I suspect she may have wrapped filming as Ivy. We’ll know for sure soon.

Bold and the Beautiful: Ridge May Lose it on Ivy

And last, but not least, Ridge may chew Ivy out for ripping the Forrester Creations office apart. She’s the one to blame for RJ and Will brawling in the CEO office. Even though RJ’s attitude was a big part of it. You know, Ivy ratcheted things up. She was actively pitting RJ and Will against each other by tricking Electra. So, if Steffy says Ivy’s fired, she may turn to Ridge and ask him to override Steffy and let her stay.

But, I suspect Ridge would agree with Steffy and say that Ivy’s got to go because her antics have set up RJ for heartache. That’s one thing. And we know that Electra is going back to Will. So, RJ is going to end up hurt by what Ivy did and Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Ridge aren’t going to tolerate that. So, watch and see how Ivy has to pay for her awful behavior.

Days of Our Lives has Alex Kiriakis (Robert Scott Wilson) trying to keep his new wife Stephanie Johnson (Abigail Klein) happy and safe, but she thinks Alex is meddling and treating her like a kid. So, will Stephanie walk away for good because he’s too controlling? And we’re going to talk about this because it’s not the first time.

And of course, we know Alex is worried sick about Stephanie after her kidnapping ordeal with Owen Kent (Wes Ramsey). But Alex is failing miserably at making Stephanie happy and their marriage may wind up over and done soon because of a pattern of his behavior. Let’s get into it!

Stephanie’s PTSD After Kidnapping on Days of Our Lives

So, Alex and Stephanie are having a really rough time. She has serious PTSD after being kidnapped by creepy Owen and held captive in that hospital storage room. And the only person who gets it is Jeremy Horton (Michael Roark). Everybody else sympathizes, but Stephanie and Jeremy have a trauma bond.

They went through this together. And you know, Stephanie did suspect him of stalking. And of course, Alex and Steve Johnson falsely accused Jeremy. Yet, even in the face of all that, he still risked his life for her. He followed Owen to find Stephanie and then Jeremy wound up attacked and captured as well.

And right now, even though it’s not fair, Stephanie feels like Alex didn’t protect her from Owen. I mean, that’s cruel to think, much less say, because Alex did everything he could to keep Stephanie safe.

He even let her dad Steve move into their tiny apartment to help protect her. And even though Steve, Alex, and Jada Hunter (Elia Cantu) were on the lookout for the stalker, Stephanie was still taken by Owen, basically because they had their eyes on Jeremy. They were looking the wrong way. Credit where it’s due though. Owen did an impressive job of framing Jeremy Horton as an obsessive stalker.

Stephanie Trying to Heal on DOOL

So now Stephanie is reeling from the aftermath of Owen holding her captive. The same creep who kept her in a morgue drawer all those years ago. As Stephanie’s been having nightmares, she can’t stand to be touched. She wants a gun. She’s keeping the front door deadbolted all the time.

Meanwhile, Alex is trying his level best to make her feel better, but Stephanie won’t let him in. And Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) encouraged Stephanie to talk to Alex, and Stephanie also opened up to Chanel Dupree DiMera (Raven Bowens) about her anxiety. But Stephanie didn’t tell Alex and sort of blames him for Owen grabbing her.

Alex Meddling In Stephanie’s Business on Days

And Stephanie’s also upset when she found out that Alex was prying things out of Chanel that she told her in confidence. So, it’s more than just the kidnapping that has Stephanie so riled up with her husband. It’s the meddling. Alex told his cousin Philip Kiriakis (John-Paul Lavoisier) that Stephanie wanted to give back the advance. She doesn’t want to be an author anymore, at least for now.

Which is it’s all accurate info that Alex gave Philip, but he was talking out of school. The problem is Stephanie wanted to talk to Philip and Kate Roberts (Lauren Koslow) herself. She didn’t need Alex taking care of her professional obligations for her. That is Stephanie’s responsibility and her right. And it’s her agency. And this isn’t the first time Alex has tried to limit Stephanie’s autonomy, saying that he was protecting her.

If you recall, a few years ago, before Stephanie and Alex were dating, he stepped in as interim CEO of Titan after Sonny Kiriakis (Zach Tinker) was stabbed. And back then, Alex used his position to get closer to Stephanie, who was doing PR for Titan, and she basically was forced to collaborate with Alex. And that was back when he had been a playboy doing threesomes, and then decided Stephanie was who he was meant to be with.

Alex’s Pattern of Controlling Behavior on Days of Our Lives

Also, if you remember, Alex acted out because he was jealous that she was dating Chad DiMera (previously Billy Flynn). And then when he got a chance with her, Alex did a bad thing. That was when Kayla Johnson (Mary Beth Evans) was sick and Alex turned off Stephanie’s phone when they were about to make love.

And that’s because Alex saw Chad’s name on the caller ID. And he was calling Stephanie to tell her that her mom, Kayla, was about to die. So, Stephanie missed being at her deathbed because of Alex being controlling. Now, fortunately, Kayla came back from the dead, as one does in Salem.

But that was a devastating betrayal for Stephanie and a huge mistake on Alex’s part. And a lot of fans saw him being really controlling back then because he basically prioritized getting Stephanie into bed over respecting a family emergency.

Days of our Lives: Alex’s Pushy Behavior Causes Problems

And let’s not forget how Alex pushed Stephanie when she was writing One Stormy Night. She was reluctant to have her book published at all, but Alex pushed it forward and then he promised to make sure the mile high sexy scene was cut from the book, but it stayed in and that’s how Jeremy ended up in the book and he realized Stephanie was Anastasia Sans.

So, Alex basically pushed Stephanie to publish and then he dropped the ball on the important edit that she wanted because Alex was fast-tracking the project. He was prioritizing its success over Stephanie’s need to remain anonymous.

And of course, we know EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) was the one who told Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart) she was Anastasia and it wasn’t Jeremy. But if Alex had listened to Stephanie and cut that scene, she and Jeremy wouldn’t have even been on Owen’s radar in the first place.

The Canceled Book Tour on DOOL

And then, of course, we have the canceled book tour. Alex interfered with Stephanie’s book tour. And basically, Alex canceled the dates without checking with Stephanie first. Again, Alex insisted he was protecting her and it was in her best interest because of the stalker.

And maybe it was, but again, he took her agency. He took Stephanie’s decisions away from her. The bottom line is Alex oversteps a lot. And he makes decisions for Stephanie instead of with Stephanie. And that was even before they were married on Days of our Lives.

All of this, plus then Alex went all alpha macho psycho when Stephanie told him about the trauma that she experienced while she and Jeremy were dating because Alex threatened Jeremy. He was looming. He was, you know, being pretty much psycho. But that’s not what Stephanie wanted.

She told Alex to share something from her past, not so he could go out being toxic on her behalf. And after Jeremy literally saved Stephanie, then Alex told Jeremy, “Stay away from Stephanie and leave Salem again” without a conversation with her to find out where Stephanie’s head was about that.

Will Alex Freak Out This Week on Days of Our Lives?

So, this week, spoilers say that Alex is going to freak out. And it may be because he sees Stephanie in Jeremy’s arms. So, Stephanie just stormed out on Alex after she found out he basically quit on her behalf at Titan. So, she felt foolish in hindsight because she was giving Philip info he already had.

And after Stephanie ran out on Alex, she runs into Jeremy and she’s crying on his shoulder and he’s holding her right there in town square. I expect Alex will go ballistic if he walks up on Jeremy comforting Stephanie after she raged and walked out on him. Basically, Alex refuses to accept that Stephanie has forgiven Jeremy for their messy past.

And she is grateful to Jeremy for being there during the kidnap ordeal when nobody else was. And Alex doesn’t think that’s okay. It’s not his choice. It’s Stephanie. And Alex does love Stephanie, but there is a thin line between being protective and being controlling. And he has crossed it as far as Stephanie is concerned.

So, the question is, are we about to see Alex and Stephanie’s marriage implode and it’s over before it really starts? Plus, of course, there’s still the issue that Stephanie doesn’t want kids, and Alex does, and he’s soon going to find out he already has one when Joy Wesley (AlexAnn Hopkins) comes back to town next week.

There’s a reason rich moms flock to Martha’s Vineyard every spring — and totally dress the part. Their outfits are preppy, billowy and luxe, channeling coastal chic and country club vibes at the same time. Fortunately, these elevated spring pieces mirror the aesthetic despite starting at just $5.

Whether you’re brunching with the girls, planting hydrangeas or simply running errands, these classy pieces make you look like an East Coast millionaire. With these 19 seasonal dresses, blouses, bags and sandals, you’re sure to find luxe-looking wardrobe staples worth buying below — including options from brands like Caslon, Tory Burch and Free People. See our favorites from Nordstrom, Amazon, Abercrombie & Fitch and more!

19 Martha’s Vineyard-Style Rich Mom Pieces — From $5

1. Transitional Season: Spring mornings are usually chilly. This puff-sleeve cardigan bridges the gap without adding bulk. Throw it over a tank or dress, and you’re instantly polished.

2. Sassy Slides: Slip into these raffia-style slides for a boardwalk stroll or a casual lunch. They look put together for both! Oh, and the soft lining means no blisters.

3. Could be Longchamp: This packable nylon tote has the same clean, preppy look of a Longchamp Le Pliage bag, but at a fraction of the price. At $30, you won’t stress about tossing it on the sand.

4. Picnic Party: Gingham print is a staple in Martha’s Vineyard, and this button-front blouse nails it. You’ll wear it for everything from in-office mornings to afternoon picnics.

5. Sporty Edge: Whether you’re meeting friends for coffee, exploring a new city or simply grabbing groceries, this two-piece outfit delivers comfort and style.

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6. Everyday Outfit: Frills, stripes and puff sleeves make this boutiquey blouse look straight off the island. You get a $200 look for $20.

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13. Luxe Alert: Once you try on these linen-blend capris, you’ll ditch your tight pants indefinitely. Rich moms wear them with flip-flops, sandals and sneakers.

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16. Tory Burch: Save up to 40% on these classic cork sandals that shoppers wear instead of sneakers. The contoured footbed adds arch support.

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Roomies, Nia Long recently posed for Playboy and opened up about where she’s at with dating, and more.

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Nia Long Poses For Playboy & Opens Up Where She’s At With Dating

On Monday, April 13, Nia Long took to Instagram with a joint post with Playboy, teasing her recent sitdown and cover with the outlet.

Then, later that day, Long returned to the platform to share a shot from her feature.

Furthermore, in her interview with the platform, Long got candid and discussed her career, her upcoming role in the Michael Jackson biopic, ‘Michael,’ as Katherine Jackson, her life as a mom, and if she’s dating.

“I can’t even answer that question. I probably shouldn’t answer that question. Am I ‘dating?’ I don’t like that word,” she said.

When asked why she isn’t dating, Long explained:

“I feel like that requires me to go out and do something. I do think that if you’re looking for a partner, you have to be actively out there in order to meet. But I am not in that space right now. I’m really focused on my kids, my work, and my girlfriends, and going out and having a good time. … I like to get up and do what I want to do when I want to do it. It’s not that I don’t want to have a partner, but I was in a relationship for a very long time, and I’m enjoying getting to know myself without feeling the need to be of service to a relationship. I want to be of service to myself, to my children, and to my career. And when the right man comes along [whom] I choose to commit to, then perhaps he will be of service to me,” she said.

Here’s What Else She Said About Dating

In addition, Long explained that her biggest turn-off about dating is people talking “too much.”

“I need them to shut up. If we’re going to have a one-night stand, I almost feel like I need to have them sign NDAs,” she said, later adding. “The new way of dating is so—I don’t even understand what’s happening! First of all, if I text you and you take a day, I’m never talking to you again. Never talking again.”

Before concluding on the topic, she added that she’s a “big fan” of dating younger because they “also go home.”

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Sauron is the primary antagonist throughout The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, and for a significant portion of the universe that author J. R. R. Tolkien outlined. He is the eponymous Lord of the Rings, as he is responsible for distributing the rings of power to the elves, dwarves, and humans. Of course, everyone knows that Sauron lied to them all and secretly forged a ring of his own, one that was infinitely more powerful than the others. One Ring to rule them all.

It is this One Ring that Sauron uses to dominate Middle-Earth, and to wage war against its people, which is why the trilogy revolves around the ring being destroyed. Though Sauron is a powerful force that few could ever hope to stand against, he rarely works alone. Indeed, the Dark Lord of Mordor has had many servants and allies throughout his reign of terror. Many are clumsy and oafish, like the orcs and trolls, but others are much more dangerous. This list will discuss Sauron’s most powerful allies, but they won’t be ranked in any particular order.

The Witch-King of Angmar

The Witch-King of Angmar is the chief of the Nazgûl, also known as the Ringwraiths. The Ringwraiths were men once, who were given nine rings of power by Sauron himself, which warped them into phantom-like beings, neither living nor dead. The Witch-King, as his name implies, was once the ruler of the northern land of Angmar, a snowy, mountainous land full of antisocial people and misery.

In The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, the Witch-King is played by Lawrence Makoare, who gives the character a deeply imposing presence that lets the viewer feel the evil coming from him. With powers of sorcery behind him, poisonous blades, immortality, and superhuman strength, the Witch-King was among the most feared of Sauron’s lieutenants, especially when he rode astride his flying fell beast. Eventually, the Witch King is famously killed by Éowyn (Miranda Otto), Shieldmaiden of Rohan, aided by the Hobbit Meriadoc “Merry” Brandybuck (Dominic Monaghan).

Shelob

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Shelob is one of the Great Spiders and a daughter of Ungoliant, one of the most powerful beings in Middle-earth. While Ungoliant initially worked with Morgoth, Sauron’s master, she eventually betrayed him, acting independently, driven by her insatiable hunger. Shelob is mostly in the same vein: she is primarily interested in herself rather than in serving the Dark Lord.

However, Shelob and Sauron have developed a minor alliance that is shaky at best. The agreement is that Shelob has to guard Cirith Ungol, the hidden mountain pass into Mordor for Sauron. In exchange, Sauron feeds her prisoners and lets her feast on his orcs should they stray into his territory. While not as powerful as her mother, who actually defeated Morgoth, Shelob is still an immensely powerful being, with very few able to stand against her. In fact, Samwise Gamgee (Sean Astin) was the first living being to ever harm Shelob in centuries, possibly even millennia, though he was not able to kill her.

Saruman the White

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Saruman (Sir Christopher Lee) is the leader of the Istari, the five wizards of Middle-earth. He is the most powerful among them, and, like the others, is a Maia. The Maiar are sort of demigods, with both spiritual and human forms. In fact, Sauron is of this very same species. While the Istari are supposed to be dedicated to combating Sauron, Saruman eventually gave up his mission in favor of joining Sauron instead. However, their alliance is thin, and the two are always spying on each other.

Saruman actually plans to overthrow Sauron and rule Middle-earth himself, and Sauron is well aware of it. Still, their interests align enough that they are able to put their rivalry aside and focus on dominating the free people of Middle-earth. They communicate through the Palantir in their two towers, which is a crystal ball that serves as a direct line between them. Due to the fact that he is immortal and has the magic of the Istari behind him, Saruman is unquestionably one of Sauron’s most powerful allies.

Ancalagon the Black

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Ancalagon the Black has never been featured on screen, but his name is enough to strike fear in the hearts of many throughout Middle-earth. Ancalagon was an enormous dragon, the largest ever reported to have lived in Middle-earth. He wreaked havoc throughout the First Age, bringing low the hidden city of Gondolin and slaying countless with his fiery breath. Though he did not possess any magic, his sheer size was enough to make him the ultimate killing machine.

Ancalagon was eventually slain by Eärendil, the father of Elrond (Hugo Weaving), in the First Age. To get a real grasp of how massive Ancalagon truly was, it is said that when he fell from the sky, his corpse crushed an entire mountain range, reducing it to pebbles, which obviously means he was nearly impossible to kill in the first place — not a lot of Medieval-esque weapons can really damage something that big. For his sheer destructive power, Ancalagon is amongst Sauron’s most feared and powerful allies, though the two never interacted much. They were simply allies due to the fact that they both served the same master at the same time.

Morgoth

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Melkor, later known as Morgoth, is one of the Valar, a group of god-like beings that came into existence with the birth of Middle-earth. He is the only one to turn against the light, choosing instead to lead a path of darkness and death. He waged war against the other Valar and has been doing so for ages. When it comes to the villains of Middle-earth, Morgoth is actually the ultimate force of evil, not Sauron.

Put simply, Morgoth is a god, and Sauron is a demigod; thus, Morgoth is actually more powerful than Sauron, with the latter actually acting as a servant of the former rather than his own autonomous being. Sauron is always doing Morgoth’s bidding, even when Morgoth temporarily vanishes from Middle-earth. Because most of Arda’s problems are caused by Morgoth, if not all, he is obviously the most powerful ally Sauron has. While Sauron is more of a servant, being a servant and being an ally aren’t necessarily mutually exclusive, provided they have the same purpose.

Ahead of the film’s 25th anniversary, Selma Blair is reflecting on some of the memorable red carpet looks she wore during the press run for Legally Blonde.

“I remember styling myself only, like, it never occurred to me to have a stylist,” Blair, 53, exclusively told Us Weekly. “I do remember that about that time, I just liked something, and I’d go to the store and I’d buy it, or go to the store and be like, ‘Hi, can you dress me?’ It was just a different time. I thought it was wild when people put makeup on for [a] premiere or style it.”

Blair continued, “That’s a young girl’s idea, though, because you realize five years later, I need makeup. I did makeup for that premiere and I was like, ‘Oh my gosh, such a big deal.’”

Blair donned a red and navy striped halter dress to the Los Angeles premiere of the iconic Reese Witherspoon-led film in June 2001. She wore a black Ralph Lauren dress to the premiere in Southampton, New York, the following month.

Blair noted how much things have changed since those days, especially when it comes to fashion.

“Everyone has a stylist. Crazy. You don’t even get to keep the clothes,” Blair said. “Well, like a gown, that’s why you get a stylist or else I’d be able to afford to go into a store and buy the gown.”

Blair told Us that she has held on to some things from the Legally Blonde set.

“I hung on a long time to my wardrobe from Legally Blonde and Sweetest Thing,” Blair admitted. “I didn’t keep any from Cruel Intentions. But you know what I did, so stupidly, I gave it to people who were fans, or gave it to kids or teenagers that were, like, going through something that I met through years. So yeah, I don’t have any of it. I have one beret that’s like, beaded, but it’s fine. I have moths every once in a while in my closet, so it’s just as well.”

A current wardrobe staple for Blair is a bed jacket. She recently partnered with Kansas-city based lifestyle brand MERSEA to create the limited-edition pajama capsule collection, Sea La Vie, that “celebrates sleepwear as a modern self-care ritual.”

“I met this wonderful woman-owned business years ago, when I was really not doing great with MS,” said Blair, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2018. “I was in bed a lot, and I got this beautiful care package, and it made such an impression on me, and I obviously enjoyed it so much.”

“Bed is something that I’m in a lot,” Blair said. “So now I have more pajamas than the average bear, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. But I could also throw on my bed jacket and go out and look really, really chic.”

In the collection, which dropped Tuesday, April 14, Blair designed The Molly Bedcoat, with the help of the MERSEA team, which in part, pays tribute to her mother.

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Selma Blair shared an update on her battle with multiple sclerosis (MS), more than seven years after revealing her diagnosis. Speaking to Stellar on Saturday, November 22, Blair, 53, confirmed she had been relapse-free for a “couple of years” and shared her gratitude that her condition was not worsening. “That, of course, means the world […]

“[My mom] was pregnant four times and the bed jackets were very popular in the late ‘50s or ‘60s, so I inherited these bed jackets when I was little from all her pregnancies,” Blair said. “I loved them as a kid. And I remember when I first moved to New York, and I didn’t have any clothes, I was going out to a nice dinner, and I just packed one bag for this whole move to New York. One thing was the bed jacket that my mom had packed in the bag. So I wore it out to this kind of fancy night out just bare underneath, and a cool pair of pants and high heels. I never forgot it.”

For their bed jackets, Blair and MERSEA created two colorways, “Starry Navy” and “Ballet Pink.” Other items in the collection include: the Selma Jumper, the Runaround Button Down Top and matching Playground Pants, the Drive Thru Shirt and coordinating Chill Out Shorts, as well as the Boyfriend Button Up Shirt and matching Beddy-Bye Shorts.

There are also accessories and more matching sets available, with 10 percent of the profits benefitting the American Brain Foundation, where Blair is now a Global Ambassador and National Chair for Brain Health.

Marvel Studios hasn’t officially said much about Spider-Man: Brand New Day, but after the first trailer dropped, fans are already convinced it’s hiding some major reveals.

From a possible Man-Spider transformation to the long-rumored arrival of the X-Men, the internet is breaking down every frame for clues. While nothing has been confirmed, several theories have quickly gained traction and could hint at where the MCU is heading next.

A Darker Peter Parker Has Fans Thinking “Man-Spider”

One of the biggest talking points from the trailer is the noticeably darker tone surrounding Peter Parker.

Quick shots appear to show:

• A more aggressive Spider-Man

• Subtle physical changes in his appearance

• A loss of control over his powers

That has led many fans to speculate Marvel could be adapting elements of the “Man-Spider” storyline, where Peter undergoes a disturbing mutation tied to his spider abilities.

In Marvel Comics, the Man-Spider arc has been explored in several forms, often depicting Peter losing control as his powers evolve beyond what he can manage. While the MCU has never tackled this concept directly, the trailer’s tone suggests something more physical and unstable could be happening to him.

Symbiote Rumors Are Back Again

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Spider-Man theory cycle without talk of the black suit.

Following the ending of Spider-Man: No Way Home, where a fragment of the Venom symbiote was left behind in the MCU, fans have long expected that storyline to pay off. The Brand New Day trailer has only added fuel to that fire.

Some viewers believe the darker visuals and Peter’s behavior could hint at early symbiote influence. Others think Marvel may combine elements of the symbiote storyline with a Man-Spider-style mutation, creating a new hybrid take on Spider-Man’s transformation.

While there’s no direct confirmation of Venom appearing, the groundwork has clearly been laid.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day [credit: Marvel Studios/Sony Pictures]

Sadie Sink’s Role Is Already a Mystery

Another major topic of discussion is Sadie Sink’s casting.

Marvel has yet to reveal who she’s playing, but that hasn’t stopped speculation from running wild. The most popular theory right now is that Sink could be portraying Jean Grey, which would mark a massive step toward introducing mutants into the MCU.

The idea has gained traction online, especially as Marvel continues to build toward a post-Secret Wars future that likely includes the X-Men.

However, not everyone is convinced.

Other theories suggest she could be:

• Firestar

• A version of Mary Jane Watson

• A completely original MCU character

• Or another lesser-known Marvel figure being reimagined

At this point, her role remains one of the film’s biggest mysteries.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day [credit: Marvel Studios/Sony Pictures]

A Possible Turning Point for the MCU

If even part of these theories prove true, Spider-Man: Brand New Day could be more than just another Spider-Man sequel.

The film appears to pick up with Peter completely isolated following the events of No Way Home, where the world forgot his identity. That emotional reset creates the perfect setup for a darker, more vulnerable version of the character.

It also opens the door for larger changes in the MCU, whether that’s the introduction of the symbiote storyline, a new phase of Spider-Man’s evolution, or even the early stages of mutant integration.

Nothing Is Confirmed… But That Hasn’t Stopped Fans

As with most Marvel trailers, it’s important to note that none of these theories have been confirmed.

Still, the reaction online shows just how much anticipation is building around Brand New Day. Whether it delivers on these ideas or takes things in a completely different direction, one thing is clear:

Marvel has everyone paying attention again.

By Charlene Badasie
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One of the most overlooked movies of the past decade is the 2021 dystopian sci-fi film Night Raiders. Written and directed by Danis Goulet, with Taika Waititi serving as executive producer, it stars Elle-Maija Tailfeathers as Niska, Brooklyn Letexier-Hart as Waseese, Alex Tarrant as Leo, Amanda Plummer as Roberta, Violet Nelson as Somonis, and Gail Maurice as Ida.

Set in 2044, Night Raiders depicts North America as a war-torn, environmentally decaying land. Cities have been abandoned, and the people are ruled by a harsh military government known as the Regime. Children into state-run academies, and the movie follows a Cree mother who lives off the grid to keep her daughter hidden, until she’s forced to infiltrate one of those institutions to get her back, uncovering a system built on control and the quiet erasure of identity.

An Anti-Hollywood, Dystopian Sci-Fi

Night Raiders exists because Danis Goulet spent years building it from the ground up as a deliberate counter to the kinds of dystopian stories Hollywood usually tells. Developed through Canada’s indie system with backing from Telefilm Canada and Indigenous Screen Office, the film was shot in Manitoba on a tight budget, leaning on practical locations and atmosphere instead of spectacle.

Casting prioritized authenticity over star power, with Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers leading a largely Indigenous cast, reinforcing the film’s focus both on-screen and behind the camera. It premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival, where it checked all the right prestige boxes, but like a lot of carefully assembled indie productions, those prestige boxes didn’t help it find an audience.

Positive Reviews Didn’t Help

The movie received generally positive reviews from critics, with reviewers applauding its cast and story. However, some critics didn’t care for its reliance on young adult fiction themes. Still, Night Raiders currently holds an 83 percent rating on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes based on 53 reviews. The audience score is significantly less favorable at 46 percent.

Unfortunately, the film wasn’t pushed as an event; it was positioned like homework. And the audience score reflects that. Audiences didn’t reject it as much as they never noticed it at all. With no major stars, minimal marketing, and a release strategy that buried it in the streaming churn, Night Raiders became exactly what its tone suggested: something distant, somber, and easy to ignore.

Similarities To Children Of Men

The general consensus hails Night Raiders for drawing parallels between its dystopian world and contemporary society, serving as a stark reminder of lingering historical atrocities. Director Goulet has directly stated that the film draws inspiration from Alfonso Cuarón’s Children of Men and the military actions during the Dakota Access Pipeline protests at the Standing Rock Indian Reservation in 2016.

Last week was filled with exciting moments for Bruno Mars. He kicked off his tour, had a parade in his honor on the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, and had a street naming ceremony to unveil Bruno Mars Drive. But it’s what he revealed during the ceremony that has many Las Vegas residents talking. 

During the celebration on Friday, April 10, Mars made an unexpected and impactful announcement to the crowd. What began as a tribute to Mars’ influence and connection to Sin City quickly turned into a powerful act of generosity, drawing attention to not just his legacy in entertainment, but to his commitment to giving back to the community.

Bruno Mars Was Celebrated In A Big Way In Las Vegas Last Week

While the glitz and glam doesn’t ever seem to slow down in Las Vegas, last Friday had an added layer of excitement. Mars was honored with a street named after him and a parade to get to the ceremony where thousands upon thousands of people lined the Strip to catch a glimpse of the popular singer. 

Friday, April 10 was officially declared “Bruno Mars Day,” recognizing his deep Las Vegas roots and connection. The day began with a parade down the Strip that led to Toshiba Plaza for a ceremony and surprise performance. During the ceremony, Mars was presented with a key to the Las Vegas Strip. 

Park Avenue Is Now Bruno Mars Drive

In a rare and exciting move, Park Avenue was officially renamed Bruno Mars Drive. This move joins the tradition of streets dedicated to iconic Vegas entertainers, such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin. Mars has performed in Vegas for more than a decade, including his residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM, and he even owns his own cocktail bar inside Bellagio called Pinky Ring. 

“Bruno Mars isn’t just a global superstar – he’s one of the most electrifying performers of our time, and over the past decade he’s become an integral part of Las Vegas,” Bill Hornbuckle, CEO & President of MGM Resorts International said.

“From his early performances at Bellagio and MGM Grand to his record-setting residency at Dolby Live, Bruno has drawn hundreds of thousands of visitors and has created the kind of unforgettable, ‘only in Vegas’ moments that define this city. It’s only fitting that we help launch his world tour here today as we honor his extraordinary impact on Las Vegas and the energy he brings to our community.” 

Bruno Mars Donated $1 Million To A Las Vegas Children’s Hospital

During the ceremony that drew excited fans to Toshiba Plaza, Mars made an announcement that shifted the focus of his achievements to what he’s giving back to the city of Las Vegas. He revealed that he made a $1 million donation to Intermountain Children’s Health to support the development of a new children’s hospital in Las Vegas. 

Intermountain Children’s Health shared a post on LinkedIn about the donation.

“On April 10 in Las Vegas, during the citywide celebration at Toshiba Plaza, Bruno Mars presented Intermountain Health Foundation with a $1 million gift to support the future Intermountain Health Nevada Children’s Hospital. Philanthropy at this scale does more than fund a building. It strengthens a community’s ability to deliver lifesaving pediatric care; advancing programs, and expanding access for children and families across Nevada,” they wrote.

“This moment is a direct reflection of the leadership and relationship our Nevada Campaign for Kids co-chairs, Bill Hornbuckle and Wendy Hornbuckle, are driving every day. Their advocacy, credibility, and connections continue to open doors and bring new partners into this vision in meaningful ways. We’re grateful to every donor and community partner who invests in what’s possible for kids – and to the caregivers who bring clinical excellence, empathy, and teamwork to families every day.” 

See the LinkedIn post here.

Kicking Off ‘The Romantic Tour’ In Vegas With Two Shows

After an exciting day filled with fans, a parade, surprise performance, and ceremony honoring Mars, he kicked off his record-breaking global run, “The Romantic Tour,” with the first of two sold-out shows at Allegiant Stadium in Vegas. This marked his first full-scale headlining tour in nearly 10 years. 

Fans attending any of his tour dates can expect a career-spanning set that mixes favorites with fresh material from his Billboard No. 1 album “The Romantic,” released just a few weeks ago via Atlantic Records. 

The Vegas shows kicked off with three standout tracks from the new album – “Risk It All,” “Cha Cha Cha,” and “On My Soul.”  Mars also reworked hits such as “24K Magic,” “Perm,” and “Finesse” to fans’ delight. A theatrical highlight came during “Why You Wanna Fight,” complete with a staged thunderstorm, lightning, and a lowrider cruising down “Bruno Mars Drive.” 

Joking About Paying His Debts

For any longtime fans of Mars, you’ve likely heard rumors swirling around about a huge debt that he owes the casino (allegedly a $50 million debt). During his opening night in Vegas, he made sure to clear those rumors up once and for all.

During the show, Mars’ Silk Sonic bandmate Anderson .Paak joined him on stage for a surprise performance and said, “I hate to make this about me, but when I think about how much debt, I mean how many steps it took to get here, I get emotional.”

Mars replied with a laugh, “Andy, I’m sorry you’re going through all that. See, I’m debt-free. I paid the casino off a long time ago.”

Long before Mars put an end to those rumors at the show, MGM Resorts International shared a statement (back in March 2024) to the New York Post that cleared up any confusion still circulating.

“MGM and Bruno’s partnership is longstanding and rooted in mutual respect. Any speculation otherwise is completely false; he has no debt with MGM,” they wrote.

For more information about “The Romantic Tour,” visit the website.