Meghan Markle is reportedly upset over a joke made about her on “Saturday Night Live,” with insiders saying the comment will make her distance herself from NBC.

The sketch, delivered by Colin Jost, sparked claims of public humiliation and renewed scrutiny of how she perceives media treatment.

Despite the brutal joke, Meghan Markle has been focused on family life, recently celebrating son Archie’s seventh birthday with cute images of the young prince.

Meghan has seemingly been left displeased after “Saturday Night Live” roasted her in their latest episode.

The comment, delivered during “Weekend Update” by Colin Jost, reportedly referred to Meghan as an “American terrorist” in a royal-themed sketch involving King Charles III and Prince Harry, with an image of the couple shown during the joke.

According to sources, Meghan viewed the moment as more than comedy, seeing it as a public humiliation rather than satire.

One insider claimed she felt the joke was personal and disrespectful, adding that she tends to withdraw from media relationships when she feels unfairly targeted.

“She sees this as deliberate, cheap, and personal — and once she feels mocked, she shuts the door,” the source shared.

Those close to her also suggest the incident fits a broader pattern in how she perceives media treatment, saying she is sensitive to what she sees as repeated public ridicule of both herself and Harry.

The Duchess Might Distance Herself From NBC Over The Joke

Regarding the “SNL” incident involving Meghan, another source noted that the duchess would likely give NBC the same treatment she has given other media outlets that have seemingly covered her negatively.

“This is what Meghan does,” the insider told journalist Rob Shuter. “When she feels attacked, she doesn’t confront — she cuts off access.”

They added, “She distanced herself from Vanity Fair after coverage turned, and now NBC is getting the same treatment.”

Meghan Markle Shares Rare Birthday Tribute To Prince Archie

Despite the controversy, Meghan recently shifted focus to family life, sharing a rare birthday tribute for her son, Prince Archie of Sussex, who turned seven on May 6.

The post included the caption “7 years later…happy birthday to our sweet boy,” alongside intimate family photos, including one of Harry holding a newborn Archie and another showing Archie walking on the beach with his sister, Princess Lilibet of Sussex.

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Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, Meghan and Harry have been raising their children in California, where they’ve aimed to build a more private and grounded family life.

Meghan has previously described their routine as intentionally “normal,” including simple outings like lunch dates with Archie and everyday family activities away from public pressure.

A source also told People Magazine that both Meghan and Harry are focused on allowing their children to develop their own identities.

“They give their kids space to be themselves,” the insider said, adding that Harry’s own experience growing up in the spotlight strongly influences his approach to parenting.

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Prince Harry Opens Up About Raising His Kids With Meghan Markle

Harry has previously spoken about how his own upbringing continues to influence his approach to parenting, saying his experience growing up in the public eye has shaped the way he raises his children with Meghan.

During a Movember event in Australia held in April, Harry reflected on fatherhood and the changes he hopes to make in comparison to how he was raised as the son of Charles III and the late Princess Diana.

He said parenting is constantly evolving and emphasized the importance of growth, noting that children today require a different approach than previous generations experienced. Harry also stressed that there is no blame in how people parent, but that improvement is always possible.

The Duke of Sussex further highlighted the role therapy has played in his personal development, explaining that he began working through past challenges before becoming a father to Archie and Lilibet.

He added that his focus is on becoming the best version of himself for his children, saying that addressing unresolved issues from his past was an important step in preparing for parenthood.

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Meghan Markle Makes Quiet Solo Trip To Chicago For Godson’s First Communion

Meanwhile, Meghan recently made a quiet solo trip to Chicago to attend a meaningful family milestone for someone close to her from her university days.

A photo shared on X by reporter Natalie Martinez showed the Duchess at a First Communion service held at Holy Name Cathedral on May 2, where she was seen smiling among attendees as children processed through the church.

Sources confirmed to People that Meghan was in town for the First Communion of her close college friend’s son and that she is the child’s godmother. The visit was kept low-key, with Meghan traveling alone and returning to Montecito, California, shortly after the ceremony.

According to a source, the duchess arrived early and sat with other families in the pews without special arrangements or private access, blending in with other guests throughout the service.

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Allie Eklund has closed the book on her relationship with ex-boyfriend Steven McBee Jr. after he accused her of cheating on him at Stagecoach Music Festival last month.

“I have no plans to speak to him ever again,” Eklund, 29, told TMZ on Wednesday, May 6, while in Los Angeles for work. “We just aren’t speaking. There’s nothing else to say.”

The model claimed that she “tried to encourage” McBee, 33, to “get help a while ago” for his anger issues “and he declined.”

Eklund noted that she is “happy that he’s seeking it out now,” referring to The McBee Dynasty star’s recent voluntary stay at a trauma retreat following their explosive breakup in April. (Eklund denied the allegations of cheating after McBee accused her of getting cozy with a man at the music festival the moment he flew home. The man also denied the claims.)

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When it comes to her own mental health, Eklund told the outlet on Wednesday, “I’ve had better days for sure, but I’m hanging in there.”

The influencer shared that she’s been “spending a lot of time with my family and my support system, so I’m very thankful for them.”

Eklund then teased that “what’s next” for her was “a martini” as she was in West Hollywood for a birthday dinner.

“A martini is what’s next for me. Maybe a couple martinis,” she said with a laugh.

Eklund’s decision to cut McBee out of her life completely comes just weeks after the rancher publicly accused her of cheating at Stagecoach, which took place from April 24 through April 26.

“I still don’t know exactly what happened,” McBee said in a since-deleted Instagram video posted on April 27. “I just know there was hand holding, grinding, dancing, drunken stupor at an afterparty.”

McBee claimed in a series of Instagram Stories that after he left California for Missouri, he got “two calls” about Eklund’s alleged infidelity. He also alleged he had video proof that she was getting cozy with “one person at the gym” and being “drunk and cheating at an afterparty.”

Eklund, who started dating McBee in fall 2025, denied the allegations in her own Instagram Story statement on April 27.

“Posting everything online before we talked is extremely disheartening and extremely unfair, considering l’ve protected Steven many times during the course of our relationship,” she claimed. “I chose not to respond to [Steven] immediately because he has a history of verbally abusing me while he’s in a heightened emotional state, and I felt it was more appropriate to have a private, level-headed conversation once emotions had settled.”

Eklund then shared a series of alleged text messages McBee sent to her in a his fit of anger, including one calling her a “f***ing hooker.”

McBee accused Eklund of taking her “tits out for literally everyone at Stagecoach” and called her “slutty” before allegedly texting her to come pick up her stuff from his place.

Eklund, for her part, noted in her Instagram Story that despite McBee’s actions, she just wanted to move forward and leave the relationship in the past.

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“I’m not looking to escalate things any further. I’d like this to end here,” Eklund concluded. “I’ve said what feels necessary in response to his actions and I plan on taking time to process and move forward.”

The next day, a source exclusively told Us Weekly that although McBee and Eklund had “only been dating for about seven months,” the pair had talked about “getting engaged this year.”

The insider noted they were “very serious” before the Stagecoach scandal.

McBee, meanwhile, issued another statement on April 29 apologizing for the “cruel and degrading” text messages he sent Eklund. “No level of personal hurt and betrayal justifies the language I used and I am ashamed of those messages,” he wrote.

McBee exclusively told Us on Friday, May 1, that he’d checked himself into a trauma retreat and was taking responsibility for his regretful actions toward Eklund.

“I am embarrassed, humiliated for myself, my family,” McBee said. “I handled it poorly, without a doubt.”

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The Bravo personality admitted that he does have “an anger problem,” and the six-day retreat would hopefully help him break the “family cycle of trauma” he carries with him.

“The anger, the high-intensity emotions that I have, it’s something that I’ve experienced growing up. I hate to say it’s genetic or passed down, but I saw it growing up,” McBee explained. And I don’t want to say it became the norm because I know that’s not OK. But it’s harder to break the cycle than I thought.”

Season 3 of McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys premieres this summer on Bravo and will be available to stream next day on Peacock.

Fans are revisiting a surprising chapter in pop culture history after reports resurfaced claiming Michael Jackson once wanted to buy Marvel Studios, all so he could step into the role of Spider-Man himself.

A clip of the claim has recently resurfaced online featuring the late, acclaimed Stan Lee, who co-created the iconic Spider-Man character. However, Michael’s reported attempt to purchase the studio never came to fruition, as his offer was ultimately rejected.

Years after the King of Pop’s death, his nephew confirmed the claims were true and also revealed that Michael had been a major Marvel fan.

Fans are divided after resurfaced claims revealed that Michael once attempted to buy Marvel Studios so he could play Spider-Man.

The claim first emerged years ago from Lee, but is now being revisited by fans imagining what the franchise might have looked like if the singer had achieved his goal.

On X, one fan believed it would have worked perfectly, writing, “Thriller-era Michael would have made a great Peter Parker.”

Another echoed the sentiment, saying, “He definitely had the Spider-Man build, I’ll give him that.”

However, others pushed back against the idea, with one person arguing that Michael “wouldn’t have been a good fit for Spider-Man, though.”

Stan Lee Recounted Spider-Man Conversation With Michael

Lee first made the claim about Michael back in 2009 while attending the annual San Diego Comic-Con.

“He wanted to do Spider-Man,” Lee revealed, per The Telegraph. “I’m not sure whether he just wanted to produce it or wanted to play the role. Our conversation never got that far along.”

According to Lee, Michael approached him with the proposal because he believed the comic legend could make it happen. However, the comic book creator recalled telling the singer that he didn’t have the authority to make such a deal happen himself.

“He would have to go to the Marvel company,” Lee remembered telling Jackson at the time. “But we did become friendly, and he was a great guy.”

Lee Claimed Marvel Would Be Less Successful If Michael Jackson Bought It

Lee doubled down on the claims three years after first making the remarks. At the time, the comic creator said Michael wanted to purchase the then-struggling movie studio because he believed it was the only way he could ultimately play Spider-Man.

However, unlike some fans celebrating the idea online, Lee suggested Marvel’s future may not have turned out as successfully if the “Thriller” star had taken over the company, particularly given the singer’s history with business ventures.

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“I can’t imagine it would have been totally different, of course, but maybe not as successful,” Lee said. “Michael was not a great businessman.”

Michael’s Nephew Confirmed The Marvel Rumors

“He wanted to [buy Marvel] with Stan Lee, and they had been talking and discussing that. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen. They were shut down from doing that,” Taj said during a sit-down with “Popcorned Planet.”

Sharing more details about Michael’s plans, Taj admitted he never learned exactly why the singer failed to secure the deal, but recalled that board members were firmly against making it happen.

Taj Says Michael Jackson Was Obsessed With Marvel

By any measure, wanting to buy Marvel Studios just to play a character is an unconventional move, and only someone with Michael’s level of wealth could realistically consider it. However, his nephew explained that the motivation was not purely financial, but also rooted in the singer’s genuine love for Marvel stories and characters.

“Besides Spider-Man, he was a huge Marvel fan. He knew all the characters. So it was not only Spider-Man [he wanted to buy]. But yeah, he probably wanted to be Spider-Man,” Taj added.

He also shared that he believes the late performer “would love” the way Marvel has since evolved its characters into a massive cinematic universe where different superheroes can appear together in the same film.

“He would be so excited about it,” Taj said. “He was such a movie buff in that way that I think he would have thought this is the greatest thing since sliced bread, all these characters coming together.”

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Bold and the Beautiful puts Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) with one foot out the door at Forrester Creations, and it seems like her move over to Logan is going to be locked down very soon.

Just based on what we’re seeing on episodes these days. And Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) kind of got a hint of what’s coming for her from her son-in-law Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton).

We’ll talk about all that. We’re going to discuss Brooke’s explosive reaction when and if she finds out Hope is going over to work with Katie Logan (Heather Tom), Liam, and Bill Spencer (Don Diamont).

Hope Pushing Back On Steffy on Bold and the Beautiful

All right. So, this week we saw Hope pushing Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) and Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) asking if Hope for the Future was going to be shelved indefinitely. You know, I think that is a fair question. You know, is it on hold or is it just dead? Steffy told Hope she was in no position to make demands, but she clapped back on Steffy saying that without Hope for the Future, there’s no point in her being at Forrester Creations.

Steffy said, “Couture takes priority.” And then Hope said she felt unwanted. Ridge was trying to assure Hope that that’s the furthest thing from the truth. She didn’t believe it. And I see why she didn’t because Steffy was getting increasingly aggressive.

Steffy Goes Too Far on B&B

She actually laughed at Hope kind of right in her face at the idea that she might be able to leave and find work elsewhere. And when she asked Steffy about other lines being in production like jewelry and fragrance, you know, they pushed back and explained why those were an exception and Hope for the Future is not.

But one thing they’ve not mentioned is the fact they’re letting RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) start up a brand new men’s line out of nowhere, while Zende Forrester (Delon de Metz) and Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) have completed the designs for Hope for the Future’s next collection, and they’re ready to be put right into production.

So, why is RJ’s brand new men’s line okay to pursue, but Hope for the Future is not? That’s a valid question, and I haven’t seen Hope asking it. Ridge promised that they do want Hope there, but I think we all know Steffy would love to see her gone. And Hope said, “If they don’t want her, somebody else will.” And she stormed out. So, Ridge told Steffy, “Please stop causing problems with Hope.” But Steffy said, “Eh, Hope’s not going anywhere.” I think Steffy might have a rude awakening along with Brooke.

Hope Complains To Brooke About Steffy on Bold

So, that’s the point when Hope went over to Brooke’s to complain about Steffy and she tells Brooke that she thinks she ought to be running Forrester Creations with Ridge and Hope said the only thing Steffy’s created is a toxic work environment. Hope is wondering if she can really leave the company, of course, knowing it’ll upset Brooke.

That’s what she’s talking to Liam about and Katie Logan (Heather Tom) about and her own internal dialogue. But I don’t think Steffy’s going to let up until she pushes Hope right out the door. I think Steffy expects that Hope is probably going to stay around and put up with it, you know, but I don’t think she will. And so she’s going to push, push, push, and she’s going to go.

Bold and the Beautiful: Brooke Offers an Olive Branch

So this week, Brooke went over and sort of tried to make peace with Katie, but really just kind of snarked about Logan being lost without Eric Forrester (John McCook). So Brooke still feeling smug and like Katie’s going to fail. But I do expect she has a blind side coming.

I do think Hope’s going to go to Logan because she’s so salty about Steffy. And assuming Hope officially joins Logan, I think Brooke will lose her whole mind. Her reaction to Hope defecting to the enemy will be explosive if it goes that way. And I think several people will be in Brooke’s line of fire if Liam convinces Hope to join team Spencer.

Brooke Will Explode at Katie on B&B

First of all, I expect Brooke to explode at Katie. We’ve seen Brooke rage at Katie over the family name and over Eric. So, if Hope joins Logan, I think Brooke will react in an even bigger way. I would expect her to accuse Katie of stealing Hope like she stole the Logan trademark and Eric’s designs. And you know, Brooke, Ridge, Steffy, and RJ have all been calling Katie a thief. Brooke accused Katie of manipulating and using Eric even though he’s the one that came to Katie demanding to be her designer. And if Hope goes to Logan, that’s not on Katie either because it’s Liam pushing for it. But, you know, Brooke will still blame Katie on Bold and the Beautiful.

And this week, Donna Logan (Jennifer Gareis) is freaking when Katie mentions Logan needs a fashion icon like Hope. And Donna is warning Katie that Brooke would lose it. Even so, I don’t think Katie would let her fear of Brooke’s reaction stop her from bringing Hope on board, because it would be good for Logan.

And Katie understands feeling unappreciated at Forrester. I also think Brooke will blow up at Steffy and accuse her of intentionally driving Hope away. You know, Brooke taking Steffy to task would, I think, be more accurate than attacking Katie for Hope leaving Forrester because Steffy, it feels like she is trying to punish Hope. I think she’s punishing her because she can’t do anything to Katie or Brooke.

Brooke May Demand Ridge Reinstate Hope For The Future on Bold and the Beautiful

So, Brooke knows that Hope for the Future has a collection ready to put into production. And the thing is, styles change. You can’t just sit on a fashion collection. If Steffy shelves Hope’s collection for too long, they’ll have to scrap all the design work that Zende and Thomas did that the company has already paid for. Another thing is Brooke may demand that Ridge reinstate Hope for the Future and bring her daughter Hope back to Forrester Creations.

You know, Brooke may play the wifey card and nag Ridge to get Steffy in check and stop attacking Hope on a personal level. And of course, Steffy claims it’s just business. But like I said, if Couture is the focus, why greenlight RJ starting a whole new line from scratch instead of carrying on with an existing line? Now, Hope for the Future had a little slump, but they seem to be doing better.

Bold and the Beautiful: Brooke Hounds Ridge?

So, Brooke may hound Ridge to undo what Steffy did. Another thing Brooke may do is demand that Eric and Ridge appoint her as co-CEO because between the two of them, they do have enough voting power to do it. Brooke may want to push Steffy aside because she feels like she’s driven Hope away. And this week, Brooke agrees when Hope tells her that, you know, Brooke should be co-CEO with Ridge rather than Steffy.

So, I think Brooke’s next step may be to bring it up to Ridge that Steffy’s abusing her power. You know, I’m not saying she is. I’m saying this is how Brooke would approach him and that Steffy’s using Forrester to settle personal scores and doesn’t have Forrester’s best interest in mind. And of course, we know if Brooke got more power, she would use it to reinstate Hope for the Future and try to bring her daughter back.

Brooke May Try to Convince Bill Not to Hire Hope

Now, one last thing I could see Brooke going to Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) and trying to convince him to not let Hope be part of Logan. You know, Brooke may think she can still work some of that mojo magic on Bill like she always has and get him to do what she wants. If Brooke did that, if she approached Bill, given her sketchy history of cheating with Katie’s husband, I think that would be so disrespectful. But Brooke may think Katie hiring Hope is equally as disrespectful. However, I think Bill is finally over Brooke. I don’t think she has any hold over him anymore. I think he’s totally devoted to Katie finally.

So, if Brooke tried to manipulate Bill into doing what she wants, I don’t think Brooke would get very far with it. And I do think he would probably tell Katie what Brooke tried to pull. So, we’ll see how it goes. But it sure looks like Hope is going to feel like she has no option but to walk out of Forrester and go over to Logan, at least if she wants to keep pursuing fashion as her career. And I don’t think Brooke’s going to handle this very well at all.

The saga between General Hospital alum Steve Burton and ex-wife Sheree Gustin continues.

While it appeared that the contentious dispute between the two exes came to an end when their divorce was finalized in 2023, Burton and Gustin continue to make headlines. Their custody battle over youngest daughter Brooklyn reignited in May 2026, when Burton alleged Gustin was manipulating him over custody.

Burton and Gustin announced in 2022 that they had split after 28 years of marriage. Along with Brooklyn, they are also parents to two adult children, Makena and Jack. Keep scrolling for a breakdown of their ongoing drama:

Steve Burton and Sheree Gustin’s Shocking Split

In May 2022, Burton shocked fans with an Instagram Story statement offering an update on his personal life.

“I wanted to clear something up. Sheree and I are separated. She recently announced that she’s expecting her 4th child. The child is not mine,” he wrote at the time.

Burton filed for divorce that July in Orange County, California, citing “irreconcilable differences” and listing March 1, 2022, as their separation date.

Steve Burton and Sheree Gustin’s Divorce Settlement

Burton and Gustin finalized their divorce in December 2023, agreeing to share joint legal and physical custody of their minor children. Per settlement details, Burton agreed to pay Gustin $12,500 per month in child support through April 2024, after which payments dropped to $10,000 monthly.

Both parties waived spousal support, though Steve was ordered to pay Sheree a one-time $50,000 sum at $2,500 per month. He also retained three investment properties in Tennessee.

Their New Relationships

Gustin welcomed daughter Izabella with new partner Jason Amador in February 2023, followed by another daughter, Addy. Sheree and Amador tied the knot in February 2025.

Burton, meanwhile, married Michelle Lundstrom in May 2025.

Inside the Custody Battle

According to Burton’s filings, Gustin convinced him to move to Tennessee post-divorce, then relocated back to California herself. He followed to be near Brooklyn and claimed Gustin refused to coordinate a coparenting schedule.

In a May 2025 filing, Burton alleged Gustin was “gatekeeping” Brooklyn because of his relationship with Lundstrom. “

Early on in my relationship with Michelle, Sheree began to refuse to call Michelle by her name and instead referred to her as ‘the girl’ in an effort to downplay her role in my life,” he wrote. “Sheree has seemingly forgotten how our family ended up in this situation. It was Sheree who had an extramarital affair, became pregnant with another man’s child and immediately moved him into her home after our separation, without informing me she would be doing so.”

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Gustin alleged that Burton had been “harassing” her in a separate filing.

“Steve maintains that Sheree’s allegations are categorically false,” his attorney said in a statement at the time. “He has, and will continue to, act in the best interests of the parties’ daughter, Brooklyn, which includes ensuring there is frequent and continuing contact with both parents.”

The Custody Battle Continues After a Resolution

In August 2025, an Orange County judge resolved the dispute, according to court documents obtained by Us Weekly. Steve scored custody of Brooklyn on alternating weekends and one weekday, with Sheree keeping custody otherwise.

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However, court documents obtained by Us in May 2026 reveal that they amended the agreement that January. Burton claimed that Gustin is not following the new arrangement. He further alleged Gustin of manipulation in a series of texts discussing the situation.

“You signed an order two months ago and now you’re going against it. and then you try to put it on me and Brooklyn,” the texts read, in part. “We will not be in California. And please stop telling Brooklyn her life is here. It’s gonna be in both places .. and you can choose to be supportive for Brooklyn.”

This story was compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists.

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If you had the smarts to design the most sophisticated AI possible at this point in our technological timeline, what would you use it for? Personally, I’d make a 3D-printed pizza that tasted just as good as the real thing but didn’t give me heartburn. I know it’s because of the tomatoes, but that’s a non-negotiable ingredient, and I’m a pretty low-maintenance person when it comes to the finer things in life. Give me a pizza printer, and you’ll never hear from me again. Taylor (Lilly Bell), our protagonist in 2025’s Prompt, has something wilder in mind.

Prompt is basically smut masquerading as a philosophical conundrum. What is the conundrum, you ask? Something along the lines of, “How many times could I boink myself into submission while some weird guy living in my computer screen ogles me?” That’s the whole movie, but let’s get into why this is such a fascinating piece of work.

Crushing At Work, Smashing At Home

As the movie’s title suggests, Prompt is about a woman named Taylor, the sole proprietor of a successful marketing startup. She uses an AI chatbot of her own creation to belt out campaign videos for her high-paying clients and lives quite comfortably doing so. The operation is simple: write a prompt, generate slop, pass it off to the client, ???, profit.

But Taylor has a problem. She loves making her own AI spicy content and then going to town until her hands go numb and she needs to bust out the heavy-duty artillery.

After her bajillionth solo trip to the pleasure dome, Taylor notices that an unidentified man (Jax Cody) of unknown origin shows up in every single one of her videos, watching her and urging her to continue.

Caught in some sort of unbreakable cycle with no escape, Taylor can’t help herself. She starts flaking out at work. She hooks up with her on-again, off-again boyfriend after ghosting him for months, and she can only get intimate with him in her office, in front of her many glowing monitors.

She wants to do the dirty deed while watching her homemade videos, hoping the mystery man will continue to show up and continue driving her libido to previously uncharted territory. The power this AI-generated man wields over her is what takes her real-life exploits to the next level, and she can’t get enough of him.

So much so that she invites her oldest, dearest friend Sara (Elliot Woods) over for advice about what to do, but really she just wants to smash with her own kind, and by golly she does. It’s all framed like one of those adult parodies you’d see on a sketch comedy show.

Think along the lines of, “I’m half naked and stuck in the dryer, if only somebody else who was also scantily clad could help get me out of it, wink wink.” That’s the level of production we’re talking about here.

I don’t think anybody’s going to watch this movie, so here’s the spoiler: Taylor is actually an AI creation living in the mystery man’s computer. She’s the mystery man’s ultimate AI fantasy. Let that settle in for a second while I tee up the next subheader.

A Steamy, Slop-Driven Fantasy 

That’s right, the protagonist in Prompt is just that: a prompt. It’s a whole Deus ex machina kind of deal. Here’s why this is incredibly stupid and gratuitous, both real and AI-generated, notwithstanding.

Just follow me here for a second. Taylor, who owns a successful marketing startup, creates fantasy movies with her own custom-made AI chatbot. The mystery man pushes her to drop trou and pounce on her ex-boyfriend and oldest friend, despite the fact that she’s living in LA and could literally hook up with anybody she wants without ruining her only somewhat meaningful long-term relationships. The mystery man is actually the architect behind this entire thing, and he states that he’s living out his ultimate fantasy.

So, to be clear, Prompt is telling the story of a man who likely works for a marketing startup and has his own custom-built generative AI system. His deepest, darkest fantasy is to watch a female version of himself hop on Zoom calls, talk about growth metrics, conversion rates, and KPIs, then go wild on herself while he watches, only before she brings other “humans” in to watch AI-generated content while he watches them watch him watch them.

The dude could potentially create an infinite number of hypothetical scenarios with his creation. He could cure world hunger. Instead, he just wants to be a chick, go to work, and smash. Even worse? Not a single 3D-printed slice of pizza in sight. Disgusting.

That said, Prompt gets pretty steamy, but its plot is so profoundly stupid that it might as well be radio. If I had to venture a guess, this whole thing was director Charles Band’s way of sneaking a softcore onto Tubi, where it’s currently streaming for free, so people like me could see its alluring thumbnail, click on it, expecting something resembling a modern Twilight Zone episode about AI. Instead, we get this. You can stream it, or whatever, just make sure the wife and kids are asleep, or you’ll most certainly get a talking to. 

Following his scene-stealing role in Gladiator II and the Spike Lee joint Highest 2 Lowest, two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington will next star opposite the likes of Twilight‘s Robert Pattinson and Normal People star Daisy Edgar-Jones, in the upcoming Netflix project, Here Comes the Flood. A heist thriller described as “unconventional”, following “a bank guard, a teller, and a master thief in a deadly game of cons and double crosses,” Here Comes the Flood is sure to be a major hit for Netflix when it finally debuts sometime this year.

Ahead of Washington’s next movie, one of his most iconic action roles has found its way back to the streaming charts. First released in 2014, and based on the 1980s TV series of the same name, The Equalizer shot onto global screens and immediately became a favorite action flick of many. Likened to the likes of John Wick and Reacher, this ass-kicking masterclass from a veteran like Washington remains one of his best roles of the past 20 years, and was followed by two sequels released in 2018 and 2023, respectively.

At the time of writing, The Equalizer is one of the ten most-streamed movies on Prime Video in the U.S., a list currently topped by the Mark Wahlberg and Paul Walter Hauser-led soccer comedy Balls Up. You shouldn’t miss out on this first outing for Washington as retired black-ups commander Robert McCall, who is joined in the movie by a captivating Chloë Grace Moretz, under the veteran directorial eye of Antoine Fuqua.

One of Denzel Washington’s Best Movies Is Back as a Hit Netflix Series

As Washington’s 2014 effort takes over Prime Video, one of his best-ever movies has been reimagined as a hit Netflix series. Based on the same novel that inspired a 2004 smash starring Washington and a young Dakota Fanning, Man on Fire has returned as a seven-episode series starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, which is proving an instant hit with Netflix subscribers. Following a quick journey to the upper echelons of the streaming charts, it has now been revealed that Man on Fire has earned an impressive 11 million views in just four days since its premiere.

Denzel Washington’s The Equalizer is currently among the 10 most-streamed movies on Prime Video. Make sure to stay tuned to Collider for all the latest streaming stories.

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September 24, 2014

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132 Minutes

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Richard Wenk, Richard Lindheim, Michael Sloan

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Mr. Fantasy is this year’s breakout star but why are some fans convinced that the artist is actually actor KJ Apa in disguise?

For many of Us, Mr. Fantasy appeared seemingly out of nowhere. His first TikTok video was posted in August 2025, and three months later he was at nearly 1 million followers on the social media platform. His first single, “Mr. Fantasy,” quickly became a viral sensation, which paved the way for follow-up track “Wayuwanna” and a multitude of opportunities, including a fun cameo on Dancing With the Stars.

But while Mr. Fantasy was enjoying his overnight success, his fans were questioning if he was the modern-day Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus by offering Apa an alter ego to channel his musical talents into.

Apa, for his part, has largely stuck to acting since his role as Archie on Riverdale, which ran from 2017 to 2023. The actor branched out into film with The Hate U Give and I Still Believe. He even ventured into music with his 2021 debut solo album, Clocks.

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Despite the comparisons — and conspiracy theories — Mr. Fantasy maintained that he isn’t familiar with Apa.

“I mean, I think I am a good actor. If I was given the right opportunity, I would be quite good. I think I’m honest enough to be an actor,” he told The Hollywood Reporter in September 2025. “Often the best performers, like James Franco, they seem to have honesty. It exudes off of the screen, and so yeah, of course I’d be very interested, you know. I’d love to work with James Franco, if I haven’t already mentioned that. If I was to do it, I don’t think I’d do it without him.”

Mr. Fantasy noted that he wasn’t trying to box himself in when it came to potential projects.

“I’m not trying to define myself, do you know what I mean? I sort of just am me. That’s how I’m trying to inspire people, by just being who they are, because that’s the biggest gift that we have,” he added. “I’m sorry to say it, but we were born all very different, and I think it’s very important to inhabit this thing that you are, instead of trying to be someone else. It’s very difficult now. We’re in a time where we all want to be like the big star, Austin Butler, or these other amazing people like James Franco. I’m guilty of it, aren’t I? Shoot me.”

He continued: “But I’m not trying to actually define who I am to people, do you know what I mean? What you see is what you get. Me sitting right here with you drinking this Guinness, Carly, is in fact who I am. And it doesn’t change when I go to sleep at night. I’m just me. And I love being me. The best part of my life is that I get to walk outside and I get to scream, “I am Mr. Fantasy!”

While Mr. Fantasy won’t play into the possible connection to Apa, his listeners have done deep dives to prove their theory. Keep scrolling for an explanation on Mr. Fantasy’s rise to fame — including his continued association with Apa:

Who Is Mr. Fantasy?

The TikTok singer blew up in August 2025 when he released his debut single titled “Mr. Fantasy,” which reached over 5 million streams (and counting) on Spotify. Not much is known about Mr. Fantasy except that he has a British accent, an abundance of love for actor James Franco and an eclectic style that has transformed over into his music.

What Signs Point to KJ Apa and Mr. Fantasy Being the Same Person?

Besides the quirky personality that might feel familiar to Riverdale fans who watched years of interviews with Apa, Mr. Fantasy’s appearance has made some wonder whether he is wearing a wig and fake teeth. Other eagle-eyed fans noticed that Apa and Mr. Fantasy have the exact same tattoos. There is also the fact the no one has yet to see Apa and Mr. Fantasy together in the same room.

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Has Mr. Fantasy Addressed the Theories?

The Hollywood Reporter, which did a profile on Mr. Fantasy in September 2025, noted that they asked his manager, John, if they could ask about Apa. In response, John asked over email that the “silly actor boy TJ Apple” not be brought up during THR‘s interview with Mr. Fantasy.

“[I’m] not bothered by it, not bothered by it. Things bother me sometimes, but I keep my eyes upward, and I keep trudging the happy road of happy destiny,” Mr. Fantasy told the outlet of the comments about Apa. “You know, things can be hurtful, sure, but I focus on the positive. I focus on the people whom I love and who love me and that have a positive influence on my life, like James Franco.”

What Has KJ Apa Shared About the Speculation?

Apa’s former Riverdale costars have shown their support for Mr. Fantasy. Camila Mendes shared a TikTok in September 2025 of her working out to the musician’s hit song, writing, “We need more @iamtherealmrfantasy.”

Lili Reinhart, meanwhile, told Entertainment Tonight one month later that she is “a big fan” of Mr. Fantasy — even if he claimed not to know her.

“He doesn’t know who I am,” she noted. “I was like, ‘I am not relevant enough, I guess.’ Maybe one day he will know who I am.”

In May 2026, Mendes, Reinhart and Madelaine Petsch starred in Mr. Fantasy’s music video for “Do Me Right” — and Apa wasn’t happy.

“There has been something going on for a long time that I haven’t addressed because I didn’t think it was even worth addressing, but now because of how it’s impacted my life personally, I feel like I have to talk about it,” he said in an Instagram video days later. “I have to do it now because it’s hurting me and my career.”

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Apa continued, “There was recently a music video that was released that included a bunch of people who are really close to me by a guy who’s completely and utterly stolen my image and misappropriated my image and my likeness. And I think we all know who we’re talking about. It’s f***ed up. It’s f***ed up because I just lost out on a huge job and can no longer go in for serious work because people think that I’m a joke because of this guy.”

The Riverdale alum then told viewers, “If anyone out there thinks that it’s OK to take someone’s image, literal tattoos, and use it for their own success, [you are] completely wrong. I can’t just sit back and watch it happen and see my life, literally everything that I’ve worked hard for, now come to a halt because of this f***ing idiot.”

Apa concluded by calling Mr. Fantasy a “liar and a thief.”