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8 Most Divisive Shows Ever, Ranked
Television has always been a powerful vehicle for social development, sparking difficult yet important conversations and challenging long-held beliefs. That’s not an easy thing for everyone to handle, and this aspect of TV has caused polarized reactions for almost as long as the medium has existed. It’s a tricky situation, but in many cases, the controversies also end up becoming the selling points of the shows in question, bringing them recognition from a wider audience.
Some shows do cause controversy by playing up traumatic situations for shock value, but the majority of these series are truly groundbreaking productions that make crucial points about society. Interestingly enough, many of the most controversial shows over the years (the good ones, at least) have been comedies that used humor as a medium to communicate progressive ideas. Without further ado, here’s our ranked selection of some of the most divisive shows of all time, including both landmark classics and more modern fare.
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‘13 Reasons Why’ (2017–2020)
Based on Jay Asher’s eponymous 2007 novel, 13 Reasons Why is a teen drama series that stars Dylan Minnette and Katherine Langford as Clay Jensen and Hannah Baker, both students at the fictional Liberty High School. Two weeks after Hannah’s death by suicide, Clay finds a box of cassette tapes she left behind detailing the reasons why she chose to kill herself. Developed by Brian Yorkey and executive produced by Selena Gomez, the series also stars Christian Navarro, Alisha Boe, Brandon Flynn, Justin Prentice, Miles Heizer, Ross Butler, and more in key roles.
13 Reasons Why’s premise alone was a reason for controversy when it first premiered on Netflix in 2017, but it proved to be a popular watch among streaming audiences, becoming Netflix’s second-most-watched series at the time. The show’s first season was praised by critics and audiences for its themes, emotional depth, character development, and performance, but it was also criticized by mental health professionals and some viewers for its graphic depictions of suicide, sexual assault, and bullying. Subsequent seasons received significantly more negative reviews, especially for a brutal depiction of sexual assault at the end of Season 2.
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‘Beavis and Butt-Head’ (1993–2011)
An adult-animated sitcom, Beavis and Butt-Head was created by Mike Judge, who also voices the titular teenage slackers. The show follows its apathetic, unintelligent, and decidedly lowbrow stars as they find themselves on various misadventures and watch a lot of music videos (their favorites are hard rock and heavy metal). Judge voices most of the characters, but Tracy Grandstaff, Kristofer Brown, and Toby Huss also star.
Beavis and Butt-Head was a massive hit on MTV in the ’90s, with its title characters becoming pop culture icons to Gen X while also drawing conservative criticism for their alleged impact on adolescents. For a while, the show was blamed for practically any sort of violent incident involving children and young adults, but that didn’t stop it from having a successful seven-season run. And though the original series ended in 1997, the show has had two revivals, in 2011 and 2022, and was adapted into two movies, Beavis and Butt-Head Do America (1996) and Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe (2022).
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‘Murphy Brown’ (1988–1999)
Created by Diane English, Murphy Brown is a sitcom that stars Candice Bergen as the titular character, a famous investigative journalist and news anchor. Set in Washington, D.C., the show follows Murphy’s life as the star reporter of a television news magazine series, where she and her co-workers inevitably end up at each other’s throats. Besides Bergen, the series also stars Faith Ford, Pat Corley, Charles Kimbrough, Robert Pastorelli, Joe Regalbuto, Grant Shaud, and more in lead roles.
Murphy Brown’s original run lasted 10 seasons, airing 247 episodes from 1988 to 1998, and it ruffled a lot of feathers over that decade. Like its protagonist, the show was never scared to address complex issues, no matter how much it infuriated some sections of society. Its most notable controversy erupted during the 1991-1992 season, during which Murphy became pregnant and decided to raise the child as a single mother. As divisive as it was in its day, Murphy Brown is now hailed as one of the greatest sitcoms of all time, and a 13-episode revival premiered on CBS in 2018.
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‘Euphoria’ (2019–Present)
Created by Sam Levinson, Euphoria is a psychological teen drama based on the eponymous Israeli miniseries. The show follows a group of high school students as they struggle to navigate drugs, love, and social media. Zendaya leads the ensemble cast as Rue Bennett, a teenage drug addict struggling to get sober and navigate life after rehab. Other main cast members include Maude Apatow, Angus Cloud, Eric Dane, Alexa Demie, Jacob Elordi, Barbie Ferreira, Hunter Schafer, Sydney Sweeney, and Colman Domingo, among others.
Ever since its premiere in June 2019, Euphoria has generated acclaim and criticism alike. The criticisms have been largely about the amount of nudity and sexual content, which some critics find excessive and problematic, considering it’s supposed to be a high school show with teenage characters. Despite the backlash, however, the show enjoys a sizable following and has earned consistent praise for its cinematography and performances. The series has also received several accolades, winning Zendaya two Emmy Awards, a Critics’ Choice Television Award, and a Golden Globe.
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‘Maude’ (1972–1978)
Created by Norman Lear and Bud Yorkin, Maude is a TV sitcom that was the first spin-off of All in the Family. Bea Arthur stars as the outspoken, politically liberal title character, who lives in suburban New York with her fourth husband, Walter Findlay (Bill Macy). Besides Arthur and Macy, the show also stars Adrienne Barbeau, Conrad Bain, Rue McClanahan, Esther Rolle, Hermione Baddeley, J. Pat O’Malley, and Marlene Warfield in key roles.
Maude aired six seasons on the CBS network in the 1970s, developing a sizable fan following. Though primarily a topical comedy, the show incorporated a lot of dark humor and drama as well, which attracted controversy. The series became a national talking point in 1972, when it showed Maude deciding to have an abortion in the two-part episode “Maude’s Dilemma,” which aired two months before the Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion across the country. And that was just the first season. Later storylines deal with more taboo themes of its time, like suicide, drug abuse, and alcoholism.
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‘Skins’ (2007–2013)
Euphoria is hardly the first show to explore the sex lives of teenagers. Created by father-son duo Bryan Elsley and Jamie Brittain, Skins is a British teen drama series that follows a group of teenagers in Bristol, England, as they navigate dysfunctional families, mental illness, sexuality, gender, substance abuse, bullying, and even death. The show’s ensemble cast includes Nicholas Hoult, Hannah Murray, Joe Dempsie, Dev Patel, Daniel Kaluuya, April Pearson, Kaya Scodelario, and more.
At the time of its original broadcast in the late 2000s, Skins was, depending on your perspective, either the most infamous or most revolutionary show on British television. While its mature themes attracted controversy, it was also praised by critics and fans for its accurate representation of the contemporary youth experience. The show launched a number of careers and has developed into a cult favorite, and though it originally ended in 2010, a special seventh and final season was released in 2013.
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‘Dear White People’ (2017–2021)
Created by Justin Simien, Dear White People is a comedy-drama series based on Simien’s eponymous 2014 film. A continuation of the film’s story, characters, and themes, the show follows a group of black college students at a fictional Ivy League institution, exploring modern American race relations from a critical progressive perspective. Logan Browning, Brandon P. Bell, DeRon Horton, Antoinette Robertson, John Patrick Amedori, Ashley Blaine Featherson, Marque Richardson, Jemar Michael, and Courtney Sauls star as lead characters, with recurring roles played by Giancarlo Esposito, DJ Blickenstaff, Caitlin Carver, Ally Maki, and more.
Dear White People caused quite a stir even before its premiere, with the trailer attracting angry responses from certain social media users who felt the show was racist towards white people. Ironically, the backlash brought the series wider recognition, and it also proved the show’s point in many ways. The series is undeniably provocative and smartly funny — an entertaining work of social commentary that asks hard questions and contemplates difficult answers.
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‘South Park’ (1997–Present)
Created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, South Park is an animated sitcom that revolves around the misadventures of four foul-mouthed boys in and around South Park, Colorado. Parker and Stone also voice the four leads, Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, Eric Cartman, and Kenny McCormick, and the series follows their bizarre stories, satirizing practically everything. The show’s voice cast also includes Mary Kay Bergman, Isaac Hayes, Eliza Schneider, Mona Marshall, April Stewart, and Adrien Beard.
Being divisive and infamous is basically what South Park is all about. The show has been controversial ever since its premiere in 1997, and today, over 20 seasons later, it’s still as dark, provocative, and unfiltered as ever. The series regularly draws criticism from both conservative and liberal members of society, which has done nothing to bring down its acclaim in the eyes of critics and fans. The show has also earned numerous accolades, including five Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award. An Academy Award-nominated movie, South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut, was released in 1999.
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August 13, 1997
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Comedy Central
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Adrien Beard
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David A. Goodman, Nancy M. Pimental, Kenny Hotz, Philip Stark, Dave Weasel, Dan Sterling, Susan Hurwitz Arneson, Trisha Nixon, David R. Goodman, Tim Talbott, Pam Brady, Robert Lopez, Dani Michaeli, Kyle McCulloch, Karey Dornetto, Jonathan Kimmel, Jane Bussmann
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“The Jeffersons” star Marla Gibbs hits the gym at 94: 'At my age it's easy to just lay in bed'
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The beloved actress is showing no signs of slowing down, as she just released her memoir, “It’s Never Too Late.”
Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen have quietly decided to end their marriage after nearly two decades together.
While the news is sure to surprise many longtime fans of the couple, insiders insist there is no major feud or messy fallout behind the separation.
Instead, sources say the two remain deeply connected and committed to keeping their family bond strong as they move forward separately.
A representative for the couple confirmed to PEOPLE on Thursday, May 14, that Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen have officially separated after 18 years of marriage.
Despite ending their relationship, the former couple reportedly remains on “great terms” while prioritizing the well-being of their two sons, Sid, 12, and Lazlo, 8.
According to a source close to the pair, the split has not created hostility between them.
“They are very much connected,” the insider said while discussing Biggs and Mollen’s future as coparents. “I have no doubt that they will remain on excellent terms.”
The source also shared that the two recently spent time together as a family for Biggs’ 48th birthday on May 12.
Mollen and Biggs reportedly “are doing great” despite deciding to go their separate ways romantically.
Jason Biggs And Jenny Mollen Built A Private Family Life
Biggs and Mollen first met while working together on the 2008 film “My Best Friend’s Girl.”
Their romance moved quickly afterward. The pair became engaged in January 2008 and quietly eloped only a few months later, in April.
Later that same year, they celebrated again with a second wedding ceremony in Napa, California, attended by roughly 40 guests.
Over the years, the couple largely avoided turning their marriage into a public spectacle.
Unlike many celebrity families, they rarely placed their children at the center of social media attention and kept much of their personal life away from headlines.
Still, Mollen occasionally shared glimpses into their relationship online. In November 2025, she posted a photo alongside Biggs and jokingly captioned it, “A totally approachable couple not trying to seduce you.”
Months earlier, she celebrated Biggs’ 47th birthday with another heartfelt Instagram tribute featuring a black-and-white photo of them embracing.
“We were married and yet I still knew practically nothing about you. Like for example, the fact that you hate surprises. Luckily, we made it past that hurdle,” she wrote at the time. “Happy 47th, I promise I planned nothing.”
Biggs And Mollen Celebrated Their Anniversary Months Ago
Only weeks before news of the split surfaced publicly, Jenny Mollen had also shared a touching anniversary post celebrating their years together.
In April 2025, she uploaded a collection of playful family videos showing Jason Biggs spending time with their children and acting goofy around the house.
“17 years of this. Happy Anniversary @biggsjason,” she captioned the post.
At the time, there were no public signs suggesting the couple had already begun drifting apart.
For years, fans viewed Biggs and Mollen as one of Hollywood’s more unconventional but stable celebrity marriages.
Their relationship often blended humor, honesty, and chaotic parenting moments that many followers found relatable.
‘American Pie’ Fame Changed Jason Biggs’ Career Forever
While Biggs’ personal life is now back in the headlines, the actor recently made news for revisiting one of the most iconic moments of his acting career.
Earlier this year, Biggs appeared on the “Pod Meets World” podcast and reflected on filming the famous pie scene from the 1999 comedy “American Pie.”
In the movie, Biggs played awkward teenager Jim Levenstein, whose disastrous encounter with a warm apple pie became one of the most recognizable comedy scenes of its era.
During the podcast interview, Biggs explained that the production team experimented with multiple versions of the scene during filming.
“It was scripted, I think, standing up, but we said, you know what? What if I was actually on the countertop, mounting the pie? Like, that would be funny. Why don’t we try that too?” he recalled.
According to Biggs, early versions of the scene repeatedly triggered an NC-17 rating from the Motion Picture Association.
Biggs Reveals What Saved ‘American Pie’
Jason Biggs explained that filmmakers struggled to avoid the restrictive rating despite attempting several edits to the sequence.
Even changing the setup of the scene reportedly failed to solve the problem.
According to the actor, the final issue came down to one surprisingly specific detail.
“So ultimately, that was the big fight. It wasn’t over f words… It was the number of thrusts into the pie,” Biggs shared.
He revealed that reducing the number of thrusts from three to two was ultimately what allowed the movie to receive an R rating instead of NC-17.
The film went on to become a massive cultural phenomenon and turned Biggs into one of the biggest comedy stars of the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Chris Brown just can’t catch a break. A man accused of trying to break into his Tarzana home was arrested not once, but TWICE in less than 24 hours. Yes, Roomies, y’all read that right! According to the New York Post, the suspect reportedly pulled back up to the singer’s crib just hours after getting out of jail.
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Cops Reportedly Arrested The Same Suspect TWICE For Trespassing At Chris Brown’s Home
On Wednesday, May 13, security at Chris Brown’s San Fernando Valley home spotted a man lurking near the property and told him to leave. The man reportedly listened at first, but later pulled back up just before 7p.m. and tried to climb the fence and start a fire. Security quickly stopped him before he could get onto the property and held him there until cops arrived. Officers later arrested him for suspected trespassing. Reports also claim that Chris wasn’t at home during all of the chaos.
The trespassing incident didn’t just happen once. The suspect was reportedly released from custody around 4:30a.m. on Thursday morning, then came right back to Chris’ home AGAIN. Security stepped in and held him down until authorities arrived, and police ended up arresting him a second time.
Fans React After Police Arrest Suspect For Repeated Trips To Breezy’s Home
After The Shade Room dropped the details about the trespassing incident at CB’s crib, the comment section went OFF with reactions. A lot of fans said Chris needs protection at all costs, while others called it straight up crazy to pull up to his home twice!
Instagram user @keeyyanaa wrote, “He should’ve been moved! Something always going on at that house.”
Instagram user @jbrytni wrote, “Oooooh boy! Let that man live his life ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️”
While Instagram user @ohb_blackpyramid wrote, “They better keep away from him !!!! Praying for his safety.”
Then Instagram user @itsninahoney wrote, “Smh what is wrong with ppl.”
Another Instagram user @alluring_ashlee wrote, “They not gon learn until he pops someone. Then yall will call him a villain again ”
Instagram user @stone_gem14 wrote, “‘RETURNs’ ikyfl 😮”
While another Instagram user @itstreyvone wrote, “Somehow they’ll try and blame it on Chris. 🤡”
Finally, Instagram user @yomamahoedf wrote, “This is concerning ‼️‼️‼️ the fact that he WENT BACK says a lot. Please lock him up 🔐”
Chris Addresses Previous Shooting Near His Home
The latest incident at Chris Brown’s home comes follows previous reports of a shooting near his residence earlier this month. Per TMZ, a man and woman were reportedly arguing, and the situation escalated when the woman drove over the man’s foot, which led him to fire shots at her vehicle. After the news surfaced, Breezy stepped in and set the record straight. He told fans he was confused because he was at home and never heard police sirens or gunshots. In an Instagram Story message, he said he was tired of the narratives, but refused to let anything distract him from his craft.
“AT THIS POINT THIS PATTERN IS OLD. I’m looking at the news like the rest of yall wondering when and where the hell this happened. I been in my crib this whole time.” He continued, “Ain’t heard a gunshot, police car, or anything. DONT ATTACH MY NAME TO NONE OF THE BULLS**T. I got s**t to do!”
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What Do You Think Roomies?
Another clue about what Taylor Swift could wear for her upcoming nuptials to Travis Kelce may have just surfaced.
With months away from the reported date for the “Blank Space” hitmaker and the NFL star to tie the knot, speculation surrounding the ceremony has continued to grow, especially over what gown Swift will choose for the big day.
As fans keep guessing which fashion house the Grammy-winning artist may wear, her bodyguard may have accidentally revealed a major hint.
On Thursday, a member of Swift’s security team was spotted outside her home carrying a large Stella McCartney garment bag along with a matching designer tote, per The Daily Mail.
The sighting would undoubtedly fuel more speculation about the 36-year-old singer’s bridal outfit. However, while the designer behind the gown for her special day has not been confirmed, insiders claim the look is inspired by the dress worn by Elizabeth Taylor when she married Conrad Hilton in 1950.
The pop star was said to have become fascinated with Taylor’s timeless Hollywood elegance while working on a song inspired by the late actress for her latest album, “The Life Of A Showgirl.”
According to insiders, Swift admired the gown’s classic shape, fitted waist, and delicate lace details, which she found elegant and flattering.
Could Taylor Swift’s Bodyguard Be Carrying A Decoy?
While Swift’s security team was spotted with the dress bag from the British fashion house, it remains unclear whether the sighting was a mistake, considering the lengths the singer has gone to keep her bridal looks private.
A source familiar with the arrangements claimed the “Bad Blood” singer commissioned six different gowns.
Although that may seem like Swift simply wanted multiple options, another insider alleged the move was actually part of a strategy to prevent details from getting out before the big reveal.
“Some of the dresses are deliberate decoys,” the insider said, per The Blast. “The goal is to confuse people, stop leaks, and make sure nobody figures out the real look ahead of time.” They added that the designers contracted were under strict NDA’s.
Inside Taylor Swift’s Unconventional Wedding Arrangements Amid Security Concerns
As part of Swift’s emphasis on privacy amid leaks of her plans, she reportedly wants to hold two separate events for her nuptials.
According to The Blast, the couple wants one large, highly protected public celebration in Rhode Island and a second, far more intimate ceremony away from public attention.
The reported change in plans is said to arise from growing security worries and constant disclosures surrounding the event. In an effort to protect their privacy, the pair reportedly even left the venue off invitations sent to guests.
“There’s a date – but no venue,” one insider revealed, stressing that the left-out detail is all part of the plan.
How Taylor Swift Reportedly Felt On ‘Edge’ About Wedding Plans Leak
Despite carefully guarding details of her celebration, the fact that the plans have still found their way into the public eye has reportedly left Swift feeling unsettled.
At one point, she was even said to have considered scrapping the arrangements entirely and starting over.
Those close to the artist revealed she was thrilled at the thought of finally sharing the day with the love of her life, but the planning of the event, while under scrutiny, has her on “edge.”
They added that the singer has always been meticulous and fiercely protective of her private world, so seeing her choices exposed before she’s ready has “shaken her confidence,” per The Blast.
The Lovebirds Recently Enjoyed A Romantic London Getaway
Ahead of their walk down the aisle, Swift and the Kansas City Chiefs star have continued making time for romantic trips, including a recent visit to London.
As The Blast recently reported, Travis spoke about the trip during an episode of his podcast with brother Jason Kelce. The NFL player gushed about the city, saying, “London is fun,” and added that the trip included great food and nights at the theater.
He recalled that they attended a performance of “Romeo & Juliet” before praising the film’s cast. Their London adventure didn’t stop there, as reports disclosed they also joined Poppy Delevingne’s 40th birthday bash and dined at Gordon Ramsay’s Lucky Cat restaurant.
Laguna Beach alum Stephen Colletti is officially a dad after his wife, Alex Weaver, welcomed their first baby.
The couple announced their son’s arrival via Instagram on Thursday, May 14, revealing his name is “Rhodes August Colletti 🤍.”
Weaver, 32, shared a black-and-white photo of the newborn grasping her finger as she held hands with Colletti, 40.
The sweet moment also served as both Laguna Beach and One Tree Hill virtual reunions, as cast members from both of Colletti’s past shows replied with well wishes in the comments section.
Many stars grew their families in 2026. In March, Riverdale alum Charles Melton, Carly Rae Jepsen and Charlie Puth all became parents for the first time. Hailee Steinfeld also welcomed her first baby, a daughter, with husband Josh Allen before the end of the month. Thank You! You have successfully subscribed. Subscribe to newsletters Enter […]
“🥰Congrats you two!!!!!! Can’t wait to meet little Rhodes!!!!” Dieter Schmitz, who costarred on MTV’s Laguna Beach with Colletti in the early 2000s, wrote via Instagram.
James Lafferty, who played Nathan Scott on One Tree Hill for three seasons ahead of Colletti joining the show as Chase Adams in 2007, was quick to reply as well.
“That’s one lucky little human. Congratulations you two. Best news ever ❤️❤️❤️,” Lafferty, who is also Colletti’s cocreator and costar on Hulu’s Everyone Is Doing Great, commented.
Baby Rhodes. Courtesy of Alex Weaver/Instagram
Lafferty’s wife, Alexandra Park, who also works on the Hulu comedy, added, “The world is so ready for you, Rhodes August !!! Love you 3 🥹🩵🫶🏼 🫶🏼🌙♥️🩵🌙🫶🏼.”
Robbie Jones, who played Quentin Fields on OTH, sent his own sweet message, writing, “CONGRATULATIONS Daddy Colletti!! Blessings on blessings! ❤️🥂.”
Kate Voegele, who portrayed Colletti’s love interest Mia Catalano on The CW series, added, “So sweet!! Congratulations friends!!”
Any teen drama from Laguna Beach is water under the bridge for Stephen Colletti, Kristin Cavallari and Lauren Conrad. “We’re always rooting for each other, and it’s so great to see everybody go off and do these amazing things,” Colletti, 40, exclusively told Us Weekly on Thursday, March 26, while promoting Roku’s upcoming The Reunion: […]
“What a week! Congrats guys!” Bryan Greenberg, who played Jake Jagielski on the hit drama, responded in the comments section.
Ashley Wahler, who is married to Colletti’s former Laguna Beach costar Jason Wahler, added, “Congratulations! LOVE the middle name ❤️.”
Ashley Rickards, who played Samantha “Sam” Walker on OTH, replied, “Congratulations!! 🎉.”
Colletti also commented on his wife’s post, sharing emojis that describe their current life status. “👶🏻👸🏼😊,” he replied.
James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti’s show, Everyone Is Doing Great, was already a One Tree Hill reunion — but the pair are bringing on more fan-favorites from the beloved teen series for season 2. Bryan Greenberg, who played Jake Jagielski on OTH, and Robbie Jones, who played Quentin Fields, are among the guest stars joining […]
Colletti and Weaver, a NASCAR reporter and host, tied the knot in October 2025 after getting engaged in November 2023.
The couple announced in January that they were expecting their first child. Ahead of Rhodes’ birth, Colletti exclusively told Us Weekly that he was looking to Lafferty, a new dad himself, for tips. (Lafferty, 40, and Park, 37, welcomed their first baby, son River, in December 2025.)
“I have been leaning on him,” Colletti said in May. “I’ve been watching him forge the path of fatherhood, and I’ve been so impressed with what he and [his wife] Alex together have been doing. It’s just so cool to see your best friends go through that journey and to be right behind them and getting excited here for my wife and I.”
Michael Jackson‘s nephew, Taj Jackson, opened up about father Tito Jackson’s self-esteem struggles as a member of the Jackson 5.
Taj, 52, replied to a fan via X who asked why the other members of the Jackson 5 were “not successful” after Michael went solo.
“I’ll answer since this is a very sensitive subject to me,” Taj wrote on Thursday, May 14. “Imagine since you were a teenager being told by everyone that you are worthless without your younger brother and you should thank him for everything you have.”
Taj continued, “That’s exactly what my dad had to deal with his whole life. He told me that personally on multiple occasions. What do you think that does to your self-esteem and life?”
Michael Jackson’s kids Prince and Paris Jackson are remembering their Uncle Tito. “Rest in transition, Uncle Tito ❤️,” Paris, 26, wrote over a photo of Tito and her late father shared via her Instagram Story on Monday, September 16. Prince, 27, meanwhile, shared a recent family photo of the Jackson clan via his Instagram on […]
Tito was a founding member of the Jackson 5 alongside brothers Michael, Jackie, Jermaine and Marlon. Tito’s passion for music inspired the group to get together in 1964 under the management of their father, Joe Jackson.
The Jackson 5 made history as one of the first African American performers to become popular in the mainstream. After signing with Motown Records, they achieved multiple No. 1 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 charts including “I Want You Back,” “ABC,” “The Love You Save” and “I’ll Be There.” The group became one of the best-selling artists of all-time as they sold 150 million records worldwide. In 1997, the Jackson 5 was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Amid their popularity, several members of the Jackson 5 attempted solo careers, but Michael’s effort was the most fruitful, resulting in 13 Grammy Awards.
Jermaine left the group first in 1976. While Michael was releasing solo music while still performing with the band, he decided to leave the Jackson 5 in 1984 after the success of “Thriller.”
Following Michael’s departure, Marlon left shortly after. Tito and Jackie released one final album as a group in 1989. In 2003, Tito went solo and earned three Grammy nominations.
Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images Joe and Katherine Jackson’s famous brood extended way beyond the Jackson 5. While the late Michael Jackson was perhaps the most famous member of the talented family, and his sister Janet a close second, most of their eight siblings worked in music and entertainment since childhood. Joe and Katherine — who […]
After Michael’s death in 2009, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon got back together with the hopes of planning a reunion tour. The tour came to fruition in 2012.
Tito died in September 2024 after suffering a heart attack. Tito’s sons confirmed the death of their father via an Instagram statement.
“It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Tito Jackson is no longer with us,” the siblings wrote alongside a series of photos of their father over the years. “We are shocked, saddened and heartbroken. Our father was an incredible man who cared about everyone and their well-being.”
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David Letterman blasts CBS in parting words on Stephen Colbert's “Late Show”: 'Good night and good luck, motherf—ers'
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Letterman returned to bid farewell to the late-night talk show he originated in 1993 before handing over the reins to Colbert in 2015.
One year after the success of Fox’s The O.C., MTV took a look at the actual town, launching Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County in 2004.
The reality show focused on the personal lives of then-high schoolers Stephen Colletti, Lauren Conrad, Kristin Cavallari, Lo Bosworth and more. Laguna Beach was originally set to be a high school drama but was not allowed to film inside the actual high school, meaning that it was completely shifted to focus on the cast’s home life.
Conrad led the first season as the narrator, as the main storyline focused on a love triangle she found herself in with Cavallari and Colletti. In season 2, Conrad went away to college, with Cavallari taking over as the narrator. When her season ended, a new group was introduced but fell flat without the series’ original cast.
Scroll down for an update on where the cast is today, including who is married:
Whew, Roomies! Angelica Torrez, the mother of Robert Rushing’s son hopped online to call him out over alleged unpaid child support. Torrez dropped a series of messages on social media accusing him of falling behind on payments and even threw a lil’ shade at the content he makes with Toya Johnson.
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Mother Of Robert Rushing’s Son Drops Child Support Claims Online
Recently, Angelica Torrez aired out Robert Rushing in a series messages on Instagram over alleged missed child support payments. In a now-deleted post, Angelica tagged Robert and told him she was still waiting on his payment while he focuses on posting content on social media.
“@therushingsworld @mrrushStill waiting on that child support… but don’t worry, at least there’s content to post while your responsibilities stay pending,” Angelica wrote.
In another post, Angelica dropped a screenshot of a text exchange between her and Robert. The image shows Robert sending her a photo of his tooth as he asks, “Can I pull this out with no problems?” Angelica replied with three eye-roll emojis and said, “I wouldn’t, you don’t know if there’s an infection.” Moments later, she posted another screenshot showing money hitting her Zelle account. She didn’t name Robert directly, but folks online knew she was talking about him as she wrote, “iigh y’all. He’s up to date! I’d like to thank you all for the support.” Angelcia continued, “Sometimes you gotta get out of character to be heard. Logging off, until next time. Remember! Brush and floss.”
As of right now, neither Robert Rushing nor Toya Johnson has responded to Angelica’s claims.
More About Robert Rushing’s Family Life & Children
Fans know Robert Rushing is currently married to Toya Johnson. The couple shares one daughter together, Reign Rushing. Toya also has her eldest daughter Reginae Carter, from her past relationship with Lil Wayne. Robert also reportedly shares a son with Angelica Torrez. Details about Robert and Angelica’s past relationship is unclear.
Social Media Weighs In After Angelica Blasts Robert
After The Shade Room dropped Angelica’s messages, the comment section was lit UP. Some folks said she needed to take her issues to the court instead of posting it online, meanwhile others felt she moved shady with some of her remarks.
Instagram user @juleskenneth wrote, “Run to the courthouse sis instead of social media 😰”
Instagram user @officialwarriorprincess wrote, “Very much uncalled for 🙄”
While Instagram user @shantaai_ wrote, “She really just wanted Toya to see that he texted her. That’s all this was about.”
Then Instagram user @tori.nichelle wrote, “Did we really need to see that text ? 😂”
Another Instagram user @1yeezyy wrote, “mentioning the content him and Toya do for ????? it’s giving jealous lol but ok man.”
Instagram user @_dazia.michelle wrote, “She obviously been waiting for a moment 🤣 your a dentist he can’t ask about his tooth 😩”
Then another Instagram user @t.tesfaye wrote, “I really hate messs…..”
While another Instagram user @lycreciaaa wrote, “Him and Toya be having too much fun for her 🥱”
Finally, Instagram user @im_me_365 wrote, “I mean, he couldn’t be that far behind if it only took one payment! Yall do anything for attention.”
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What Do You Think Roomies?
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‘Lincoln Lawyer’ Fans Turn to Nearly 30-Year-Old Legal Thriller 1 Day After Cancellation News
This summer is stacked with great movies. From Tom Holland’s return to the web in Spider-Man: Brand New Day to the fifth installment in the beloved Disney and Pixar franchise Toy Story, there is something for everyone. However, no more is more hotly anticipated — in spite of its divisive trailer — than The Odyssey. Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s classical epic is scheduled to hit theaters on July 17, 2026, earning over 23,000 tickets for IMAX 70mm screenings almost a year ago in an unprecedented early haul.
After first appearing in Nolan’s 2014 effort Interstellar, Matt Damon played a crucial role in the multi-Academy Award-winning Oppenheimer in 2023. Now he is set to lead one of the great director’s movies in his most ambitious project yet. Damon is joined in a stacked Odyssey line-up by the likes of the aforementioned Holland as Telemachus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Robert Pattinson as Antinous, Charlize Theron as Calypso, Jon Bernthal as Menelaus, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya, Mia Goth, Elliot Page, Himesh Patel, and Benny Safdie.
Before The Odyssey sails onto our theatrical shores, another Damon-led adaptation, albeit one that was first released almost three decades ago, is a surprise streaming hit. The 1997 adaptation of John Grisham‘s novel The Rainmaker starred the likes of Damon, Mickey Rourke, Danny DeVito, Dean Stockwell, Jon Voight, and more, and was the legendary Francis Ford Coppola‘s last movie of the 21st century. The movie was a hit with critics, returning almost universal positive praise and even earning a Golden Globe nomination. At the time of writing, The Rainmaker is one of the ten most-streamed movies on the free streaming site Tubi in the U.S. The timing feels appropriate, given that one of TV’s best legal thrillers, The Lincoln Lawyer, was just cancelled by Netflix.
‘The Rainmaker’ Disappointed at the Box Office
Despite featuring an eye-catching cast and being based on a popular novel, The Rainmaker ultimately underperformed at the box office. Against a reported budget of $40 million, the movie earned just over $45 million worldwide, which was particularly disappointing, given that another Grisham adaptation, 1993’s The Firm, earned more than $230 million worldwide against a similar budget. Of course, The Firm benefited from a Tom Cruise at the peak of his powers in the lead role, as opposed to a fresh-faced Damon.
The Rainmaker is streaming for free on Tubi. Make sure to stay tuned to Collider for all the latest streaming news.
- Release Date
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November 18, 1997
- Runtime
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135 minutes
- Director
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Francis Ford Coppola
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