Prime Video is investing in love with a wide variety of steamy rom-coms, star-studded TV shows coming this year— and a fan event to celebrate the upcoming YA titles.

The streaming service announced on Thursday, April 30, that Prime Video was branching out with Obsessed Fest, which is described as “an inaugural summer tentpole event that brings the internet’s most passionate fandoms to life.” The event will take place on June 27 at nya Studios in Los Angeles with an “all-day immersive event” that “transforms online fandom into a live, participatory celebration where fans can connect, discover, and engage like never before,” according to the press release.

Obsessed Fest will celebrate highly anticipated YA titles including Every Year After, The Love Hypothesis, Elle, Off Campus, Overcompensating, Your Fault: London, Drawn Together and more. Fans who attend will get exclusive first looks, appearances from casts and creators and a range of fan-focused access to the talent and creators behind the stories they love.

The programming at Obsessed Fest will feature a central programming hub, a literary lounge, a suite of cinematic content studios and screenings, merch and concessions for attendees.

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In addition to announcing the fan event, Prime Video offered a glimpse at what is to come with first looks at shows such as Off Campus, Every Year After, Maxton Hall and Elle and new original movies including Clashing Through the Snow.

Keep scrolling to see everything coming to Prime Video:

‘Off Campus’

Based on the Off Campus book series by Elle Kennedy, the show follows an elite ice hockey team — and the women in their lives — as they “grapple with love, heartbreak, and self-discovery —forging deep friendships and enduring bonds while navigating the complexities that come with transitioning into adulthood.” (May 13)

‘Every Year After’

Based on Carley Fortune’s novel Every Summer After, Every Year After is told over the course of six years and one week in Barry’s Bay – a quintessential lake town. (June 10)

‘Elle’

A prequel to Legally Blonde, the series explores Elle Woods’ (Lexi Minetree) teenage years in the 1990s as a high school student. (July 1)

‘Sterling Point’

Created by Megan Park, the show follows a woman who’s life takes a turn when she inherits her mysterious grandfather’s island in Canada. (August 5)

‘The Last Sunrise’

The upcoming film centers on a young American woman with health issues, who follows her overprotective mother as her job takes her to Majorca.

‘The Love Hypothesis’

Ali Hazelwood‘s The Love Hypothesis was an overnight success when the book was published in 2021. According to the film synopsis, The Love Hypothesis follows Olive as she tries to convince her best friend into thinking her dating life is great. To help with the lie, she pretends to date her professor, Adam, and the twosome try to make everyone around them think they are in love. But soon, they start to forget that their feelings are supposed to be fake.

‘The Devil’s Mouth’

The survival horror film will follow a group of college friends whose Thailand adventure turns deadly when they become trapped in submerged caves.

‘Maxton Hall’

Season 3 of the hit TV series will continue to follow James (Damian Hardung) and Ruby’s (Harriet Herbig-Matten) love story.

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‘Drawn Together’

The Spanish-language thriller is based on a romantic suspense novel by Mercedes Ron about a New York heiress forced to live with a strict bodyguard after a kidnapping. (2026)

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‘Your Fault: London’

In the sequel to the hit film, Noah (Asha Banks) and Nick (Matthew Broome) will keep fighting for their forbidden love. (June 2026)

‘Perfectos Mentirosos’

The Spanish Original film is based on the Wattpad novel written by Alex Mírez.

‘Clashing Through the Snow’

Starring TSITP’s Christopher Briney and Michelle Randolph, Clashing Through the Snow follows two professional rivals stuck together on a chaotic cross-country road trip to New York, transforming from enemies to lovers.

When it comes to superhero stories, some of the best always come in the form of coming-of-age plots. To see a hero grow up as they manage being a superhero is always entertaining. People enjoy characters like Spider-Man so much because of this in particular. Coming-of-age stories have always been relatable, as everyone goes through growing pains and wish they could be a superhero.

Some of the best coming-of-age plots have been on television, because of the amount of time that audiences get to typically spend with the main characters. It gives people time to experience the issues of growing up as their life plays out, and the more time that they get to spend with a protagonist, the closer they grow to them. There have been some amazing superhero television series that perfectly adapt coming-of-age stories—animated or live-action—that make them unforgettable.

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‘Danny Phantom’ (2004–2007)

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Young Danny Fenton (David Kaufman) was just 14 when his parents built a very strange machine, designed to view a world unseen— you know the story. When this young man becomes a half-ghost—of which he can transform at will—he dedicates this secret side of himself to hunting down the many evil ghosts that escaped his parents’ machine when he was transformed.

Danny Phantom tells Danny’s story in such an entertaining way, with some incredibly unique powers in comparison to other heroes like Spider-Man. The hero’s middle ground existence between human and ghost acts as a perfect metaphor of the time between childhood and adulthood as a teenager. Having powers that can parallel a hero’s personal experiences always makes for good storytelling.

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‘Smallville’ (2001–2011)

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Everyone pretty much knows Superman as a character that is an adult, as it’s all he’s really been depicted as (for the most part). What Smallville does that makes it so special in comparison is putting Clark Kent (Tom Welling) in high school and following his life far before he officially became Superman.

Smallville has the huge advantage of following pretty much every single year of his life prior to his adult years as Superman, thanks to the fact that the show got to go on for an entire decade. This gave the writers numerous years and episodes to put Clark through significant growth, explore his many friendships and enemies, as well as show how he developed his powers.

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‘Ben 10: Alien Force’ (2008–2010)

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Everyone who’s anyone knows who Ben Tennyson (Tara Strong and Yuri Lowenthal) is. The young boy who discovered the Omnitrix—an alien watch that can turn him into any one of 1,000,912 alien heroes—has grown up quite a bit since he was 10 years old by the time people meet him again in Ben 10: Alien Force, the second series in the franchise. After Grandpa Max Tennyson (Paul Eiding) disappears, Ben decides to put the watch on again after taking it off many years ago, which incites an adventure with new aliens, new villains, and an all-new Ben.

Being 15 years old now, the young man has matured quite a bit, with lots of room for growth. He may have had some good evolution in the first show, Ben 10, but he gets way more opportunities to grow in Ben 10: Alien Force. With the storytelling maturing quite a bit since the first installment, the character arcs Ben gets to experience are a lot more compelling in how much growth they allow for him as he begins to go from a boy to a man.

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‘Invincible’ (2021–Present)

Based on the hit Robert Kirkman comic book, creator of The Walking Dead, Invincible has pretty quickly become one of the most popular shows on streaming at the moment. The iconic animated show has taken over the planet, and with Season 4 having just wrapped up, the hype for the show is greater than ever. When Mark Grayson (Steven Yeun) gets powers and discovers he’s half-Viltrumite—a species that is pretty much the definition of evil—he must juggle becoming a man while being the one and only— cue title card.

Invincible sometimes struggles in the animation department, which is where most complaints come from, but that doesn’t stop it from being an excellently-written coming-of-age series. Part of what makes this story so compelling is the fact that Mark is depicted as a far-from-perfect guy. He struggles with some intense things that many would genuinely struggle with, like whether killing is okay or not, if it benefits the greater good. The relatability that Invincible brings forth helps people understand the hero even more than most.

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‘Gen V’ (2023–2025)

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One of the biggest shocks of 2026’s TV space, so far, is the cancellation of Gen V. Fans truly adored this coming-of-age show, taking place in the universe of The Boys. Gen V was so well-written that some genuinely consider it to be better than The Boys, at times. The characters in this college-based show are excellently executed, and keep audiences wishing they could see more of them. Taking place at the college, Godolkin University, it manages to relate to a demographic that often doesn’t get depicted in major superhero coming-of-age stories: the college years of one’s life.

Much like The Boys, this series is raw, real, and doesn’t hold any punches. What sets the story of this project apart, though, is that, much like Smallville, it depicts these young people attempting to learn about and master their powers as they grow into themselves, using their powers as metaphors for their journeys and character arcs.

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‘Batman Beyond’ (1999–2001)

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Everyone loves Batman, but nobody could have expected to see the character in a coming-of-age environment. With the Caped Crusader’s story always featuring him leaving Gotham City to train himself after his parents’ deaths, it feels almost impossible to do a coming-of-age Batman story without changing the origin quite a bit. However, Batman Beyond made the smart choice of providing one that doesn’t feature Bruce Wayne (Kevin Conroy) as the protagonist, but a newer, teen hero, Terry McGinnis (Will Friedle) taking on the mantle after Bruce decides he’s grown too old to continue his crime fighting.

With a high-tech suit and the entire futuristic Gotham City at his fingertips, Terry becomes Batman with enthusiasm and spunk. He’s headstrong and lighthearted, which makes it feel super special in comparison to all other Batman media. Watching a Dark Knight with a coming-of-age story is unlike any other media featuring the character, which makes this show more than worth a watch.

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‘My Hero Academia’ (2016–2025)

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In recent decades, anime has begun to truly take over the West and prove itself to even be better than Western media a lot of the time, too. Shows like My Hero Academia are proof of this. This show—based on the manga brought to life by Kohei Horikoshi—is a spectacular watch with gorgeous animation, incredible character writing, and a story that is the definition of a good coming-of-age tale as the young Izuku Midoriya (Daiki Yamashita and Justin Briner) gets everything he’s wished for when the world’s greatest hero, All Might (Kenta Miyake and Christopher Sabat) passes his power down to him.

My Hero Academia may have Izuku as its primary protagonist, but it follows the entire class of young heroes, Class 1-A. So not only does his coming-of-age story get depicted, but so do the ones surrounding his awesome, diverse classmates. Most notable of the bunch is Katsuki Bakugo (Nobuhiko Okamoto and Clifford Chapin), who arguably has one of the best redemption arcs in modern television. The variety of characters in his class makes for a variety of coming-of-age arcs.

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‘Teen Titans’ (2003–2006)

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One of the greatest DC Comics animated series ever made is, without a doubt, Teen Titans. This group of teenagers taking on some amazing stories and villains makes for a show unlike any other. Following the likes of Robin (Scott Menville), Starfire (Hynden Walch), Cyborg (Khary Payton), Raven (Tara Strong), and Beast Boy (Greg Cipes), Teen Titans shows the Titans facing many villains like the ever-iconic Deathstroke (Ron Perlman)—known in the series as “Slade”.

What makes Teen Titans so entertaining and effective is the fact that it balances tone so dang well. It maintains a lighthearted, anime-inspired tone and art style, while still managing to jump into deep, heavy, and emotional tones and stories when it needs to. Despite being so fun, it tackles ideas like the likes of PTSD—via Robin’s issues with seeing a Slade that isn’t there after his issues facing him.

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‘Young Justice’ (2010–2022)

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Much like Teen Titans, Young Justice follows a group of teenage sidekicks—some of DC Comics’ greatest—as they come together to form a team. Made up of the likes of Robin (Jesse McCartney), Kid Flash (Jason Spisak), Artemis (Stephanie Lemelin), Aqualad (Khary Payton), Miss Martian (Danica McKellar), and Superboy (Nolan North)—with more coming in as the series goes on—the team is absurdly well-written, with each of the team members representing a part of growing up. They take on some great foes and stories from across the DC Comics mythos, which makes this such an entertaining show.

Unlike Teen Titans, though, Young Justice takes a far more mature approach to storytelling. While it does have a lot of fun and includes lighthearted moments, Young Justice takes itself a lot more seriously than the previous sidekick-based show, and that leads to a lot of phenomenal character development as they continue to grow up out of their high school years and into their young adult years.

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‘The Spectacular Spider-Man’ (2008–2009)

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Ask any superhero fan, and they will tell you that The Spectacular Spider-Man is not only one of the greatest adaptations of the Web-Slinger, but one of the greatest superhero series ever made. Following Spider-Man (Josh Keaton) in his high school years, The Spectacular Spider-Man shows just how hard it is to be a superhero and a teenager. His two lives continuously get in the way of each other, which is part of what has made the character of Spider-Man so compelling over the years.

Spidey not only struggles with the concepts of identity, nature vs. nuture, and more, but Peter Parker also struggles with things like relationship issues, money troubles, and the all-around depression of having his two lives so contradicting of each other. The way all of these issues are handled, despite being a show meant for younger audiences, is with grace and seriousness. The showrunners don’t doubt the audience’s intelligence and that makes the stories told beyond engaging and engrossing.

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2008 – 2009-00-00

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Victor Cook, Jennifer Coyle, Dave Bullock, Troy Adomitis, Dan Fausett, Kevin Altieri, Michael Goguen

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Greg Weisman, Kevin Hopps, Matt Wayne, Andrew Robinson, Randy Jandt, Nicole Dubuc

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Kirsten Storms‘ claim that her phone has been hacked is reportedly being investigated by police.

According to a TMZ report published on Thursday, April 30, the General Hospital star’s allegation that her device has been compromised will be looked into by authorities.

“I can confirm that there is an active investigation as it pertains to her case,” a rep for the Franklin Police Department in Tennessee told the outlet.

The actress, 42, made the phone hacking claim via an Instagram post shared on April 9.

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The update comes after Storms’ ex-husband, Brandon Barash, was recently granted a restraining order amid concerns for her mental health.

TMZ previously reported Barash, 46, filed for an emergency restraining order after claiming that Storms was showing concerning behavior. He claimed he was concerned for their 12-year-old daughter, Harper Rose’s well-being.  Barash was married to Storms from 2013 to 2016.

In the legal papers, Barash alleged his concerns started after they moved separately to Tennessee after their divorce. Storms’ landlord went on to sue her for eviction, and “instability with housing” went on to become a “recurring theme” for the actress.

Barash claimed via his filing there were several issues that caused him “great concern of [Kirsten’s] ability to adequately care for the minor child.”  He also claimed Storms has had “repeated episodes of melting down, being triggered, hearing things/voices that weren’t there.”

In his request, Barash asked for the court to order Storms to undergo a mental health evaluation. Storms is currently allowed supervised visitation with their daughter. A judge is scheduled to review the status of the restraining order.

Us Weekly has reached out to Franklin Police Department and Storms for comment.

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Kirsten Storms and Brandon Barash met on the set of General Hospital, eventually sparking a real-life romance. Storms began playing Maxie Jones on and off in 2005, while Barash brought Johnny Zacchara to life from 2007 to 2013. The pair kept their offscreen romance private until August 2013, when news broke that they had secretly […]

Storms announced via Instagram in July 2025 that she was stepping back from General Hospital, where she had played Maxie intermittently since 2005, due to health and personal issues.

“I had a procedure done that weekend, where the doctor [threaded] a camera from my leg up to my brain,” she explained, recalling how her doctors discovered an aneurysm on the right side of her brain. “Aneurysms, obviously, can be caused [by] stress. Brain cysts? I believe that is possible too.”

Storms continued: “It was clear I needed [to] change some things in my life ASAP. For my personal reasons, no longer living in Los Angeles was very important to me. The biggest reason for the move was Harper, but a lot of it was for my physical and mental health, and my overall happiness.”

Tubi’s May 2026 lineup is turning into a strong landing spot for big, easy-to-watch action movies, and this one fits the platform almost perfectly. It has recognizable stars, a legacy TV hook, a huge budget, a broad PG-13 spectacle, and the kind of “why didn’t this become bigger?” reputation that often plays better on free streaming than it did in theaters. Tubi lists the film among its May action arrivals, with most May titles beginning free streaming on the first day of the month.

The context is what makes the move more interesting than a routine catalog drop. The remake earned $177.2 million worldwide, including $77.2 million domestically and $100 million internationally, against a reported $110 million budget. Those numbers were respectable for a standalone action movie, but rough for something designed to restart a major 1980s brand. A sequel depended on bigger theatrical momentum, and once the math cooled, the franchise plan stalled.

The movie is The A-Team, the 2010 reimagining starring Liam Neeson as Hannibal Smith, Bradley Cooper as Face, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson as B.A. Baracus, and Sharlto Copley as Murdock. The plot follows elite operatives framed for a crime, breaking out and using oversized tactical chaos to clear their names while Jessica Biel’s Charissa Sosa closes in. Although the film is available to stream on Starz as well, Tubi has given it a cleaner free-streaming runway as of May 1, 2026.

‘The A-Team’ Became Available on Tubi in 2025 as Well

The interesting part is that this is not The A-Team’s first Tubi life. The 2010 remake debuted on Tubi on July 1, 2025, roughly 10 months ago. That repeat placement is worth noting because Tubi’s catalog strategy often rewards familiar, low-friction movies that can be dropped back into rotation when they fit a seasonal action push. No public Tubi performance data is proving it overperformed, but the timing suggests the platform sees renewed value in it. In theory, that makes sense for a movie whose appeal is less prestige and more Saturday-afternoon momentum: big set pieces, loud banter, familiar IP, and a cast that was stronger than the franchise future it received.

The A-Team is available to stream on Tubi for free. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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June 11, 2010

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Brian Bloom, Joe Carnahan, Skip Woods, Stephen J. Cannell

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In a tough and competitive business like the entertainment industry, sometimes it takes major swings to find success. And, just a few years ago, that’s exactly what Prime Video did when they hired MCU’s Russo brothers, aka Joe and Anthony Russo, to develop an international, multiseries spy franchise from scratch. Getting started with the six-episode series Citadel, starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Richard Madden, the project was coming out with a bang, and had plenty of exciting plans for the future.

With that said, however, Prime Video’s history-making hopes didn’t exactly pan out like they predicted. While the flagship series was plagued with production problems and reshoots, making it one of the most expensive television series ever made at $300 million, the spinoff series, Citadel: Honey Bunny from India and Citadel: Diana from Italy, never reached enough traction and were both cancelled after Season 1. Nevertheless, Prime Video is powering through the bumps, with the second season of Citadel just a few days away.

What ‘Citadel’ Season 2 Means for the Franchise

While the cancellations of Citadel: Honey Bunny and Citadel: Diana, were certainly indicative of a flailing franchise, Prime Video has persisted with its plans and moved on with production for Season 2 of Citadel, which is set to premiere on May 6, 2026. The second installment, of course, is a clear indication that Prime Video is still betting on the franchise, using its upcoming rendition as a last-ditch effort to salvage the flagship. As a reminder, while Citadel: Honey Bunny served as a prequel to the series as it followed Citadel agents Raahi “Bunny” Gambhir (Varun Dhawan) and Hanimandakini “Honey” Raj (Samantha), who turn out to be Nadia’s (Chopra Jonas) parents, Citadel: Diana was a sequel that took place in the near-future of 2030.

But before assuming the decision to continue with Season 2 of Citadel was unfounded, Prime Video has an unique opportunity to learn from their mistakes and better the series for Season 2. After all, the series scored a divisive 51% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics, with reviews calling out the series for prioritizing universe-building over compelling storytelling. In other words, when Season 1 of Citadel was underway, so were the other two spinoff series, so world-building and mythology was an integral part of the narrative. Now, however, with both series being shot down, Citadel has the opportunity to reframe and prioritize character investment and emotional stakes, and leave the franchise world-building as a thing of the past.

What Can Viewers Expect From ‘Citadel’ Season 2?

Citadel Season 2 will once again follow Mason Kane (Madden), Nadia Sinh (Chopra Jonas), and Bernard Orlick (Stanley Tucci), as elite operatives after the fall of the legendary Citadel agency at the hands of Manticore, the shadowy network backed by some of the world’s most powerful families. In the new batch of episodes, the trio will be pulled back into action after receiving a terrifying new threat. The official synopsis follows:

When a terrifying new threat emerges, the three are pulled back into action. Now they must recruit an unlikely team of skilled new operatives and launch a globe-spanning mission to stop a conspiracy that could reshape humanity. With blockbuster action, shocking betrayals, and an expanded ensemble of mysterious agents, the stakes have never been higher – and anyone could be friend or foe.

Returning cast members this season include Lesley Manville and Ashleigh Cummings, alongside an expanded ensemble cast featuring Jack Reynor as Hutch, Matt Berry as Franke Sharpe, and Lina El Arabi as Celine. Newcomers to the show include Merle Dandridge, Gabriel Leone, and Rayna Vallandingham.

With all that said, the second season of Citadel has a lot to prove. With two cancelled spinoff series behind it, and a divisive reception from Season 1, the Russos-led thriller is not only trying to prove its place in streaming, but attempting to justify the massive investment Prime Video once made to get the project up and running. Now with no world-building to establish, the series has a real shot of hitting its grove, but only time will tell.

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April 28, 2023

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Emily Blunt seems to have hit a huge miss on this one, courtesy of her fans’ feedback!

The actress seemingly urged people disgruntled at their jobs to pull the plug and find solace in a field where fulfillment comes before the need for any financial compensation.

Emily Blunt made the news in 2023 when she shared that she was taking a break from acting to focus on spending more time with her children.

The media personality hopped on an interview with Betches, as part of her press run for the promo of “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” where she sent out rather controversial advice for women who were no longer happy at their jobs.

The actress was asked the question in reference to a memorable scene from the first movie where her character blurted out a sarcastic “I love my job” at a moment she felt so frustrated. Blunt then responded that anyone who is not frustrated like her should quit and find something they deeply want to do.

Blunt described the scene from the first installment of “The Devil Wears Prada” as a tragedy. She then emphasized that people should find something they deeply want to do, even if it does not bring any income, and try to be happy at it because they love it.

Fans Did Not Hold Back On The Clapbacks Against The Actress

Blunt’s golden advice was not taken with a pinch of salt by internet users, who mostly called her out for being out of touch with the reality of ordinary people. This X user declared: “Someone should probably point out to this out-of-touch retard that most people aren’t millionaires and that working for a living isn’t optional for them.”

Another commenter expressed their displeasure at how people love giving women terrible advice, but often forget that everything costs money, and happiness cannot be achieved when necessities go out of reach.

“This is terrible advice because you can’t pay your bills with happiness. Find a job that pays the bills, then while employed, you can find something you enjoy or at least doesn’t make you miserable and change jobs,” this commenter advised. They also urged their fellow internet users to never quit a job without having another job already in place.

Emily Blunt’s Net Worth Referenced By Unimpressed Fans

Another X user reminded the actress that her net worth, which is currently in the tens of millions, has made her address things from a place of privilege. The commenter noted that reality begs to differ and requires one to work as hard as they can for a life they want and support their families, which in turn brings happiness.

“Easy for a f-ckng rich person to say, Goddammit, Emily, I like you. STFU. Come out here and act in Albuquerque for free since you love it so much. Let’s see how happy you are,” another upset commenter declared.

The actress’s background as someone who grew up in a wealthy home and found acting as a calling through her professional acting profession was also reviewed by one more critic in a bid to teach her some restraint.

Another X subscriber slammed famous people as some of the most disconnected people in the world, who had no idea that quitting a job that pays well for one that does not pay a lot, on the basis of finding happiness, was a poor life decision.

Inside The ‘Oppenheimer’ Actress’ Struggle With Work-Life Balance

Blunt appeared on the “Table For Two” podcast in 2023 to discuss how it was difficult to balance the scales when it comes to work and family life. She had announced her decision to step away from acting during the writers’ strike to help her focus on raising her kids.

Blunt confessed that whenever the question of how she is faring comes up, there is an inner voice in her head repeating that she is not finding any balance in the actual sense of it. She mentioned that being away from her children due to work has caused her to miss significant milestones that are important to them as they grow.

She expressed her desire to always be there for school runs, bedtime stories, and early morning wake-ups. Blunt and her husband, John Krasinski, share two daughters after they tied the knot in 2010 and now live in Brooklyn as a happy family.

Emily Blunt Apologized For Insensitive Statement About A Waitress’ Weight

As 2023 prepared to wrap up, the actress was haunted by the ghost of an uncomfortable conversation she had with a waitress in 2012. As stated by The Blast, the actress admitted on “Jonathan Ross Show” in September 2012 that she had called a waitress enormous while she grabbed food at a local Chili’s restaurant. Blunt emphasized on the show that the conversation also included her thoughts on the American eating culture.

However, when it resurfaced about 13 years later, the actress was slammed for body-shaming the waitress, which prompted her to apologize. “I’ve always considered myself someone who wouldn’t dream of upsetting anyone, so whatever possessed me to say anything like this in that moment is unrecognizable to me or anything I stand for,” the actress declared in her apology statement.

She added that such insensitive and hurtful terms were unrelated to whatever story she was trying to tell on the show. The actress apologized for any pain she might have caused, while insisting that she was old enough to know better and stop herself from using those words.

Is an apology on the horizon from Emily Blunt on this one, too?

Blake Lively’s legal battle with Justin Baldoni is drawing wider scrutiny as PR and legal experts warn that comparisons to the Johnny Depp versus Amber Heard case could potentially complicate her position.

Analysts say the reference may shape how audiences interpret the dispute, especially as both sides prepare for trial after key claims were narrowed by the court.

The case also includes allegations involving coordinated PR strategies and has prompted speculation about Blake Lively’s next career and personal moves.

PR Experts Have Raised Concerns About Blake Lively’s Latest Move To Invoke The Amber Heard And Johnny Depp Case

As Lively’s legal dispute with Baldoni continues, public relations experts and legal analysts have cautioned that comparisons to the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard case could backfire and reshape public perception in unexpected ways.

Several PR professionals told Fox News Digital that referencing the highly publicized Depp-Heard trial may be a double-edged strategy for Lively, potentially reminding audiences how quickly public opinion can shift once courtroom evidence comes into focus.

Branding expert Doug Eldridge noted that while Lively initially gained an advantage by speaking out early, Baldoni’s response has gradually shifted momentum in his favor by challenging key aspects of her claims and narrative.

Eldridge argued that although “Lively was the first to go on the offensive with the splashy (and inflammatory) feature in The New York Times. Baldoni’s subsequent response not only undercut Lively’s intended ‘emotional high ground’ but began to systematically undercut her position and claims, as well as her character (and Q score) on a personal level.”

He added that if the Depp-Heard case becomes the primary comparison point, it could ultimately work against Lively depending on how the evidence unfolds.

Blake Lively And Justin Baldoni Clashed Over PR Tactics

In an April 17 court filing, Lively’s legal team alleged that Baldoni’s representatives hired a crisis PR strategist with ties to Depp’s legal battle with Heard, arguing it reflects a coordinated media strategy rather than a coincidence.

Her attorneys claim the connection is relevant to intent and accuse the PR firm of publicly downplaying the link while privately relying on similar tactics.

Baldoni’s side, however, dismissed the argument as an attempt to sway public perception and inflame potential jurors rather than as evidence of any organized campaign.

Legal Experts Claim That Invoking The Depp-Heard Case Could Damage Vlake Lively’s Position

Both Lively and Baldoni have continued filing extensive motions ahead of a May trial date, with the case now narrowed after a federal judge allowed only the actress’s retaliation claim and a breach of contract allegation to proceed.

Most of her original accusations, including sexual harassment and defamation claims, were dismissed.

Legal analysts remain divided on the strategy. One attorney, Jordan Matthews, warned that linking the case to Heard’s widely publicized loss to Depp could damage Lively’s position, especially in shaping juror perception.

According to Fox News Digital, he argued that while smear campaigns do exist, “they are often used to discredit parties and witnesses, especially those who lack power and resources, which is clearly not the case for Blake Lively.”

Experts Say Depp-Heard Comparison Unlikely To Be Used In Court Despite Blake Lively’s Legal Moves

Another legal expert, Trey Lovell, argued that references to the Depp-Heard case are unlikely to be admitted as evidence, describing them as unrelated to the current dispute and potentially prejudicial in front of a jury.

He added that courts typically avoid material that could unfairly influence judgment rather than clarify the facts of the case.

Public relations professionals, however, say the earlier trial can still serve as a useful context for understanding how celebrity legal battles play out in the media, though they caution it must be framed carefully to avoid shaping the case as a direct comparison.

Crisis and reputation management expert Dave Quast noted that while the Depp-Heard case is widely recognized and often used as a reference point for media-driven litigation, it should only be invoked as background rather than a parallel.

“From a PR standpoint, referencing Depp-Heard is useful only if Lively uses it as context, not as a direct analogy,” Quast said. He explained that the case has become a common example of how public opinion can influence legal narratives, particularly in disputes involving high-profile figures.

However, he warned that leaning too heavily on the comparison could backfire, reducing a complex legal matter to another celebrity-driven media feud.

Instead, he suggested the stronger framing focuses on the specific allegations in Lively’s case, particularly claims that outside professionals may have deliberately shaped online backlash.

Blake Lively And Ryan Reynolds Reportedly Consider A UK Move Amid Ongoing Legal Battle With Justin Baldoni

Meanwhile, reports have also emerged that Lively and Ryan Reynolds are considering a potential move to the United Kingdom as the case continues to attract attention.

According to the Daily Mail, the couple has discussed spending more time abroad, with Reynolds’ ties to the UK through his ownership stake in Wrexham AFC playing a role in the idea.

One insider suggested the “Gossip Girl” star may also see an opportunity to “rebrand” her career in the UK film industry, where she believes “there are top of the line filmmakers who could give her a second chance.”

However, the report notes that the couple’s decision is far from final, as their primary focus remains their four children’s education and social lives in the United States.

Some unnamed sources allege that industry interest in Lively has cooled amid the controversy, while others say she is focused on her family and future professional opportunities regardless of public speculation.

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel have emerged stronger after years of relationship struggles, with sources claiming the singer’s Lyme disease diagnosis helped explain many of the issues that plagued their marriage.

Insiders say the revelation changed the actress’s perspective on her husband’s behavior, leading to greater understanding between the couple.

Now said to be “in a good place,” Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel are focusing on family, healing, and moving forward together after a difficult period behind the scenes.

The power couple has weathered years of public scrutiny and personal challenges, but sources close to the couple say Timberlake’s Lyme disease diagnosis ultimately brought a new level of understanding to their marriage and strengthened their bond.

According to insiders, the singer had been struggling with unexplained symptoms long before receiving a diagnosis, which reportedly created tension in the relationship.

“Before Justin knew he had Lyme disease, he was suffering from a lot of symptoms, and they were having more serious problems then,” a source told Us Weekly, adding that “There were trust issues and behavior issues,” and only after figuring out what he was going through did things start “making more sense to the both of them.”

Recent reports suggested that “The Better Sisters” actress had grown frustrated with some of Timberlake’s actions and had issued an “ultimatum,” demanding he change or risk losing the marriage.

However, insiders say the couple is currently “in a good place.”

Jessica Biel Started To View Her Husband’s Actions Differently After His Lyme Disease Diagnosis

Over the course of Timberlake’s decades-long career and nearly 14-year marriage to Biel, whom he tied the knot with in 2012 in Puglia, the pair have faced several controversies.

These include fallout from the 2004 Super Bowl incident involving Janet Jackson, allegations tied to Britney Spears’ memoir, and his 2024 DWI arrest in Sag Harbor.

Despite the setbacks, sources say Biel approached the relationship with “patience and compassion” while still holding her husband accountable, helping them slowly rebuild trust over time.

The singer’s Lyme disease diagnosis also gave Biel a deeper understanding of many of the struggles they had faced behind closed doors.

“A lot of their issues had to do with communication, and a lot of it was due to things out of his control,” a source explained. “When Jessica learned more about it, it completely changed how she viewed his actions. Jessica became more understanding.”

The Actress Stopped Being ‘Upset By The Things That Upset Her In The Past’

The shift in Biel’s perspective reportedly eased long-standing tensions in her marriage to Timberlake,

“A lot of stuff that used to be problematic was viewed differently because Jessica was looking at it from a different lens,” the source noted. “Jessica is very understanding of all of that now. She is not upset by the things that upset her in the past.”

Insiders claim the couple has grown closer than ever, with Biel focused on supporting Timberlake as he manages his health.

The source also dismissed speculation about substance abuse issues, saying his struggles were connected to Lyme disease rather than alcohol or drugs.

Timberlake and Biel, who divide their time between Tennessee and Montana, are raising their two sons, Silas, 10, and Phineas, 5, both of whom reportedly became an important source of strength for Timberlake during his recent tour.

What Justin Timberlake Said About His Lyme Disease Diagnosis

The “Mirrors” hitmaker first revealed his Lyme disease diagnosis in July 2025, shortly after wrapping up his “Forget Tomorrow World Tour.”

In an emotional Instagram post, he described the experience as “the most fun, emotional, gratifying, physically demanding, and at times grueling” of his life. Timberlake then emphasized that his post wasn’t meant to elicit sympathy, but to raise awareness about the disease.

“If you’ve experienced this disease or know someone who has — then you’re aware: living with this can be relentlessly debilitating, both mentally and physically,” he wrote.

Reflecting on opening up about his health, Timberlake admitted he had been hesitant because of how he was raised, but wanted to be honest so people wouldn’t misunderstand his situation.

He ended his message with a heartfelt note: “To Jess, Silas, and Phin, nothing is more powerful than your unconditional love. You are my heart and my home. I’m on my way.”

Justin Timberlake Makes Surprise Coachella Shoutout

Meanwhile, Timberlake recently showed support for Justin Bieber after the pop star performed a rendition of “Cry Me a River” during the second weekend of Coachella.

Taking to Instagram on Monday, April 20, Timberlake reflected on Bieber’s journey by sharing a throwback video from when they first met, which featured a surprise appearance from Biel.

Alongside the clip, he posted a heartfelt message praising Bieber’s growth and resilience over the years.

“I know this has been a long road,” Timberlake wrote. “And I know it’s not always a smooth ride. I’m proud of you — and you should be proud of you too. Sending love @lilbieber.”

Westerns can be exciting. Not all of them, and some are kind of old-fashioned in ways that may alienate certain viewers. Not that Westerns are like musicals, but they’re two genres that people sometimes swear off on principle. In either event, such people are missing out. Focusing on Westerns specifically, if you want to convert someone to the genre overall, and say this person might be able to get around Tombstone or No Country for Old Men, but not other Westerns that are significantly older… well, you should make them start with the Dollars trilogy, since they’re some of the most thrilling and entertaining Westerns ever made.

A Fistful of Dollars was the first, though The Good, the Bad and the Ugly seems to take place first chronologically, so you’ve got a bit of a Star Wars situation on your hands in terms of being like, “Hey, where do I start?” Continuity doesn’t really matter, and it’s, like, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly shows where Clint Eastwood’s character got his poncho that he wears in the other two, so that’s about as deep as it gets. Eastwood is in all three as the Man with No Name, but this man has a different nickname each time, and all the films are self-contained while each proves approachable, engaging, and thrilling in its own particular way.

What Happens Throughout the ‘Dollars’ Trilogy

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As mentioned before, A Fistful of Dollars (1964) was the first, and it comes the closest to being a proper thriller out of the three films in the Dollars trilogy. This is due to it being an unofficial remake of Yojimbo, which was an Akira Kurosawa samurai film that had more of an emphasis on suspense than action. The plot there had a lone warrior coming into a town torn apart by warring gangs, and then he puts himself in the middle of the conflict, claiming to ally himself with both sides so that he can play them against each other.

It being an unofficial remake meant there was a lawsuit (it’s just Yojimbo, but with an Old West setting and, obviously, no samurai), but it was still a net good that the film came about, because it was improved upon immensely by Sergio Leone when he directed For a Few Dollars More one year later. This one wasn’t an unofficial remake, and it also had a more emotionally engaging story that involved the Man with No Name going after a notorious bandit, simultaneously clashing with another man (played by Lee Van Cleef) after the same target, but for very different reasons. Then, in order of release, at least, came The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, which was a full-on epic, not to mention perhaps the most broadly entertaining of the bunch.

What Makes the ‘Dollars’ Trilogy Movies So Thrilling

There’s a tension to A Fistful of Dollars that makes it feel sort of in line with the thriller genre, but The Good, the Bad and the Ugly feels like it’s the most thrilling, if that makes sense. Lee Van Cleef’s also in this one, but in a villainous role, being the titular “Bad.” Eastwood’s the “Good,” though he’s not all that good, he’s just not as bad as the “Bad” is bad. And then in between is the “Ugly,” played by Eli Wallach, who’s probably the most endearing, even if he’s also not a great guy.

He’s more just the underdog, or a wild card, and watching these three men try to play each other as they all pursue the same goal (a buried fortune somewhere in the desert) is exceptionally entertaining. You get a mix of emotions and genres here, compared to the other Dollars movies, because The Good, the Bad and the Ugly successfully balances suspense, comedy, adventuring, and action, all the while being a Western, an epic, and even something of a Civil War movie. It’s got it all, and it’s got the time to do it, since it’s nearly three hours long, all up. The three movies do share in common great finales, which is naturally where things get the most suspenseful and thrilling in each one.

How the ‘Dollars’ Movies Prove Unique as a “Trilogy”

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If it weren’t for Clint Eastwood being (probably) the same character across all three movies, the Dollars trilogy would be a thematic one at most. Even if you’re willing to classify it as such, then it still feels like the sort of trilogy where each movie is quite different, though not in a bad way, by any means. There’s something satisfying about seeing the scale grow from film to film, and the progression from the scrappy, brisk, and self-contained A Fistful of Dollars to the more sprawling and sometimes bombastic The Good, the Bad and the Ugly makes a weird amount of sense (For a Few Dollars More is the perfect middle-ground, too, it should be stressed).

Sergio Leone didn’t make any movies with Clint Eastwood after The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, which is something of a shame, but he did make another trilogy of sorts that’s also very much worth checking out. Once Upon a Time in the West begins that thematic trilogy, and it signifies Leone moving away from more thrilling and pulpy territory, since it’s a good deal more restrained and quietly tense. Duck, You Sucker is the most underrated of the bunch, and remarkably bleak, while Once Upon a Time in America jumps forward in time, out of the Western genre entirely, being a gangster movie set across decades (with a good chunk of the story taking place during the Prohibition era). But the Dollars films are where it’s at, if you want exciting Sergio Leone movies, and if you want thrilling Westerns more generally, since they all hold up well and prove truly enthralling in their own unique ways. Few trilogies are as satisfying to binge, truth be told.

The Dollars trilogy movies are available to stream on Tubi.