Katie Bates and her family have opted for a permanent change of scenery following her husband Travis Clark’s admitted affair and subsequent scandal.

“Life has looked different lately, but I’m really excited for what’s ahead!” Bates, 25, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, May 16, sharing a video diary highlighting her family’s impending move.

“The last few months have honestly been a lot heavier and more life changing than I ever expected them to be,” she continued. “There’s been a lot of hard conversations, a lot of therapy, a lot of praying, and a lot of figuring out what is healthiest for our family moving forward.”

She added, “While some parts of my life have been public, there are also deeply personal things I’ve been walking through privately that have impacted this decision in ways people may not fully know or understand. I know from the outside this movie might not fully make sense to everyone, but it’s something we’ve spent a lot of time praying through and processing together. It’s not about running or pretending a new place magically fixes everything… life doesn’t work like that.”

Related: Katie Bates Is Doing ‘Therapy Intensive’ After Husband’s Cheating Scandal

Bringing Up Bates star Katie Bates is seeking professional help navigating husband Travis Clark‘s cheating scandal. “I’ve wanted to come on here and say something for a while but I honestly haven’t really known how to put words to any of this,” Bates, 25, wrote via her Instagram Story on Sunday, February 22. “This year […]

In January, Clark, 24, revealed he had cheated on Bates, just several hours after the reality TV alum announced she had experienced a miscarriage. (Bates and Clark have been married since 2023 and share two children.)

“This is hard to write, but I owe the truth and I owe an apology,” Clark wrote at the time. “I was unfaithful to my wife. I had an affair and repeatedly broke her trust. There is no excuse for what I did.”

Months later, the Bringing Up Bates alum’s husband gave an update on the status of his marriage, admitting that he is fighting for his wife following his infidelity.

“I’ve been sitting in what I did for a couple months now, and I feel so much inside but it’s hard to find the right words,” Clark wrote via Instagram in March. “At the end of last year, I made decisions I deeply regret. I’m disappointed, ashamed, and honestly, disgusted with myself.”

He continued at the time, “The last couple months have been humbling. A lot of hard work, therapy, time with God. I know I’m not owed anything, but I am desperately fighting for my wife and my family every single day.”

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Bringing Up Bates star Katie Bates is putting in the work to save her marriage after husband Travis Clark‘s cheating scandal. Bates, 25, took to her Instagram Story on Monday, March 2, to offer an update after seeking professional help, writing, “Just wrapped up a four day therapy intensive. At some point I may share […]

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On Saturday, Bates said that “more than anything” the pair have been “trying to make decisions” and choices that can only facilitate “healing, peace, spiritual growth, and a healthy environment” for their family.

“We still have things we’re working through and learning through, but I’m really excited for what’s ahead and everything this next chapter could hold for our family,” Bates concluded in the post’s caption. “Prayers for our family as we step into this new chapter are always appreciated.”

In the accompanying video, Bates revealed that her family purchased another house in an undisclosed location and — with the help of some moving boxes — will be moving in 30 days.

2026 has been a relatively quiet year for Brad Pitt so far, but 2025 was anything but low-key for one of the biggest stars in Hollywood. Pitt starred in one of the most successful blockbusters of the year last year with F1, which grossed over $630 million globally, earned a Best Picture nod, and even won the Oscar for Best Sound. After debuting in theaters early last summer, F1 was added to Apple TV, and it’s become one of streaming’s biggest juggernauts of 2026. Pitt is in line to reunite with director David Ayer for a new action-adventure film, Heart of the Beast, which also stars J.K. Simmons and is expected to be released sometime later this year. Pitt previously worked with Ayer on the 2014 WWII tank thriller, Fury, which is currently streaming for free on Tubi.

It’s hard to pinpoint what Pitt’s most famous movie is — each of his fans would likely have a different answer on this subject. While many would undoubtedly cling to Fight Club as the most iconic work of his career, it’s hard to deny that Se7en would have a spot near the top of the list as well. The film is perfect for fans of other crime thriller TV shows like Bosch and Dexter, as it shows a hard-boiled detective hunt for a deranged serial killer. It’s now been over 30 years since Se7en was released, and although the film is absent from streaming, it’s still one of the most popular VOD purchases on platforms around the world like Apple TV and Prime Video. The film co-stars Oscar winners Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kevin Spacey.

What Is ‘Se7en’ About?

Se7en follows a young detective, Mills (played by Brad Pitt), and his veteran partner, Somerset (played by Morgan Freeman) as they hunt for a serial killer using the Seven Deadly Sins as his method for choosing his targets. The film was written by Andrew Kevin Walker, and David Fincher stepped behind the camera to direct. Fincher has given the world some of the greatest crime thrillers of all time in addition to Se7en, such as Zodiac. He also famously directed The Social Network, and he’ll direct the Quentin Tarantino-penned Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood spin-off, The Adventures of Cliff Booth.

Check out Se7en on VOD platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV, and stay tuned to Collider for more streaming updates and coverage of Brad Pitt’s future projects.

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Cher has reportedly put a pause on other areas of her life to focus on her son, Elijah Blue Allman, amid his alleged struggles with addiction and financial mismanagement.

The “Strong Enough” singer unsuccessfully sought for Elijah to be placed under temporary conservatorship, which happened to be her second failed attempt at securing the order.

Elijah Blue Allman also has multiple criminal charges he must answer to, including felony burglary, criminal mischief, breach of bail, simple assault, and criminal trespass.

Cher’s relationship with her son, Elijah, may have become strained, but the singer isn’t ready to throw in the towel just yet and give up on him.

According to a report, sources say the legendary singer and actress remains “fully hands-on” amid Elijah’s series of complex personal and health-related issues.

“Nothing else matters right now,” an insider told a news outlet. “It’s all about her son.”

She’ll understandably be prioritizing Elijah at this time over her entertainment career and even her relationship with much-younger boyfriend Alexander Edwards.

“She’s fully hands-on — every call, every decision, every step. She’s not leaving his side emotionally,” a source said, while another noted that “She’s fierce when it comes to family — protective, focused and completely devoted.”

The Singer Cut Off Her Son Financially

While Cher remains supportive of her son, she seems to be taking the tough love route, as a recent filing revealed she had cut off Elijah financially.

The claim was made in court documents filed by Elijah, requesting that a judge reduce the amount he pays in spousal support to his estranged wife, Marieangela King.

According to People Magazine, the musician said he no longer receives “recurring gift income” from his mother and now only gets “$10,000 per month from his father’s trust.”

The move by Cher to stop sending her son “gift” money reportedly started all the way back in August 2021, and now, without this, Elijah claims his income sits at around $6,790 after taxes.

Cher Sought To Secure Conservatorship Over Elijah

Mother and son have been at loggerheads over how his affairs should be managed as Cher sought to secure a temporary conservatorship over his finances.

She initiated the move out of concern for his safety and financial stability, claiming he is “gravely disabled” and can’t be trusted with money amid alleged substance abuse and mental health issues.

However, a judge denied her petition in an April 24 court hearing in L.A., saying she didn’t see “sufficient urgency” in the pop icon’s request, per People.

During the hearing, Elijah, who was undergoing treatment at a psychiatric facility in Connecticut, phoned in on a video call, but the judge ruled that his outstanding criminal charges mean he’ll likely not have access to the money he receives from his late father’s trust.

“A lot of people don’t show up to court and get a default judgment and don’t need a conservatorship,” the judge said. “I am going to deny the temporary conservatorship without prejudice.”

Cher Previously Filed For Conservatorship

It remains unclear what the exact state of Cher’s relationship with Elijah is, but a source previously shared that the 49-year-old guitarist is “disappointed” following her decision to file for conservatorship.

“Elijah is disappointed, but not surprised, by this latest attempt to gain control over his finances,” his lawyer Avi Levy said, per Rolling Stone. “We have spoken with Elijah several times this week, and he remains in good spirits despite the circumstances. Elijah does oppose the latest petition.”

Cher previously filed for conservatorship in 2023, but Elijah fired back, claiming he’d stopped using drugs and was going to hire a business manager.

Judge Jessica A Uzcategui also denied her request at the time, stating that she didn’t think that a conservatorship was needed.

In her revived petition, she claimed that she was in a dire situation as Elijah has been “living wildly beyond his means,” bouncing between “expensive hotels he cannot afford” and short-term rental homes.

She also claimed he owed a huge amount to drug dealers and had an unpaid tax bill topping $200,000 at the time.

Elijah Blue Allman To Face The Music

Meanwhile, Allman still has to answer for several criminal charges he’s currently facing following back-to-back arrests earlier this year.

He was arrested in late February after an alleged trespassing incident at a New Hampshire school. According to local news outlet WMUR, the case is set to head to trial on June 16.

At the time, authorities were alerted to an “unwanted guest” that was disturbing the peace at St. Paul’s School. Reports suggest he slipped into the school, claiming he was a prospective parent, turned belligerent, and poked a student with his cane.

However, he was slammed with two counts of simple assault, criminal trespassing, criminal threatening, and disorderly conduct, per People.

Although he was released shortly after, he was arrested the following month again after allegedly breaking into a couple’s New Hampshire home. He was charged with burglary, two counts of criminal mischief, and breach of bail.

In 2016, the MCU may have dominated theaters, but thanks to the Arrowverse on The CW network, DC’s presence on television was markedly more pronounced. So named after the initial series, Arrow, which centered around Stephen Amell‘s Oliver Queen/Green Arrow, the shared universe gave life to DC heroes outside the blessed trinity of Wonder Woman, Superman, and Batman. It did so with a reverence for the source material, decent special effects, and much-better-than-expected performances, most notably Grant Gustin‘s Flash, the definitive depiction of the speedster. The first three series — Arrow, The Flash, and Supergirl (which moved from CBS to The CW in 2016) — all utilized that second tier of heroes. The Arrowverse’s fourth series, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow did not. But after a spectacular 7-season run, Legends of Tomorrow stands as the best of the Arrowverse lot, and it deserves a second chance.

In ‘DC’s Legends of Tomorrow,’ Misfits Start From the Bottom

The series kicks off in the future, where Time Master Rip Hunter (Arthur Darvill) vows to prevent the immortal tyrant Vandal Savage (Casper Crump) from conquering Earth, killing his wife and son in the process. To that end, the rogue Time Master returns to the present, where he recruits heroes Ray Palmer/The Atom (Brandon Routh), Sara Lance/White Canary (Caity Lotz), Martin Stein (Victor Garber) and “Jax” Jackson (Franz Drameh), who together create Firestorm, Kendra Saunders/Hawkgirl (Ciara Renée), and Carter Hall/Hawkman (Falk Hentschel). He also brought on villains Leonard Snart/Captain Cold and Mick Rory/Heat Wave (played by Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell respectively, reuniting the actors from Prison Break).

Not exactly renowned names (told you), but there’s a reason for it: Hunter specifically selected them because they were insignificant to the timeline, misfits who, if they failed, would cause minimal disruption to history. Of course, he doesn’t tell them they’re nothing more than pawns, but instead tells them that if they’re successful, they’ll become “legends.” They join him aboard the Waverider, a time ship that Hunter has “borrowed” from the Time Masters. They hop from time period to time period in pursuit of Savage, dealing with bumps in the timeline along the way, and ultimately succeed, but at the price of one of their own.

Legends of Tomorrow was a curious choice for an Arrowverse series, clearly banking on the success of the first three series to carry it. Arguably, the only hero known by the public-at-large was Hawkman, and the use of obscure characters like Rip Hunter, who debuted in 1959, and Vandal Savage, who debuted in Green Lantern #10 in 1943, didn’t help. Legends of Tomorrow was the worst of The CW’s stable of DC shows, but it had potential.

Better yet, it had four characters that stood out. Routh brought a charming, optimistic innocence to genius scientist Palmer, ultimately justifying his selection as Superman in Superman Returns. Lotz brought strength and a hint of the leadership that would define her in later seasons to Lance. Purcell and Wentworth stole the show, with the former a surly antisocial who prefers to act first and think eventually, and the latter a sarcastic and ruthless evildoer, as cold with his quips as he is with his freeze gun. The series earned a second season, where it began to separate itself from its kin… in a good way.

‘Legends of Tomorrow’ Loses Its Self-Seriousness and Finds Its Groove

Arguably, the two factors that contributed to Legends of Tomorrow‘s lackluster first season were its self-seriousness, inherited from its parent series, and Rip Hunter. Season 2 remedies that right off the bat, with Rip going missing, and with the addition of goofy historian Nate Heywood/Citizen Steel (Nick Zano). With Rip no longer around to captain the ship, it falls to Sara Lance to become the leader, a move that pays off in spades, while Heywood brings a much-needed dose of fun. They are also up against a far better antagonist in Reverse-Flash (Matt Letscher) and his Legion of Doom.

The series starts to really find its groove with Episode 9, “Raiders of the Lost Art,” where they inadvertently scare a young George Lucas away from making films altogether, altering the backstories of fanboys Palmer and Heywood in the process. The season continues on the trajectory well into Season 3’s ninth episode, “Beebo the God of War,” and any semblance of taking itself seriously is all but abandoned. It leans on the time-travel trope of something in the future being sent to the past, i.e., the Sports Almanac from Back to the Future: Part III, that alters the timeline. Only the object is a Beebo, a toy in the Tickle-Me-Elmo vein that gets sent to 1000 AD, where Leif Erikson (Thor Knai) and his crew of Vikings mistake it for a god, and his “I luh-luh-love you!” is a call for them to conquer the world. It’s utterly ridiculous, but in the context of the show, it works.

That episode would also bring Matt Ryan‘s Constantine into the fold, a brilliant move that brings a supernatural element to the series, not only providing fodder for broad, imaginative storylines, but also redeeming the actor and his character after the (undeservedly) short-lived Constantine series on NBC. While the show did still have poignant, serious moments – the death of Professor Stein, for one – but with plotlines like Mick writing romance novels under a pseudonym, an episode where the Legends are trapped on TV, and the return of Beebo as a giant, power-bombing a large winged demon into oblivion, Legends of Tomorrow had found its niche. Over seven seasons, Legends of Tomorrow balanced comedy, action, and heart spectacularly, making the series the best of the Arrowverse and well worth watching time and time again.

Is Kendall Vertes done with dance? She doesn’t think so.

During a new interview, the “Dance Moms” alum opened up about her desire to become a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader.

However, there’s one thing about the team driving Kendall Vertes away.

According to PEOPLE, Vertes recently discussed her future as a dancer on her podcast, “Not So Little with Kendall Vertes,” and said she’s interested in becoming a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader.

Elsewhere during the episode, however, she said the team being the subject of a new reality show, “America’s Sweethearts,” has turned her off.

“I thought about doing NFL dancing, but again … now that there’s reality television shows surrounding it, do I really want to go back down that alley?” she said.

For those who may be unfamiliar, Vertes spent several years on reality TV as a star of Lifetime’s “Dance Moms.”

While Vertes had some highs on the show, the veteran reality star wants to stay as far away from being on unscripted television as possible.

“Like, I want to enjoy dance without that intertwined into it again,” she said.

Kendall Vertes Said She Was ‘Destined’ To Be A Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader

While speaking with PEOPLE on May 13, Vertes, 24, said that despite the show, she sees herself in a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader outfit in the future.

“I feel like I’m destined to be a DCC cheerleader one day. You know my mom would love that too,” she said.

But in order to make the team, Vertes admitted she’d need to “get back in the studio” to brush some of the dust off.

And while appearing on the final roster will take hard work, Vertes revealed she’s more than willing to take on the challenge.

“I don’t think I’m done with dance just yet. That would be my closure,” she said.

Kendall Vertes Says She’s ‘Used’ To Filming Reality TV

Regarding her worries about the Texas-based cheer team still being followed by Netflix cameras when it’s her turn to perform at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Vertes said she’d consider signing on because her love for dance outweighs everything else.

“I’m used to [reality TV],” Vertes said. “I just wouldn’t want the viewers to think that I’m doing it to stay in the spotlight. It would be for me and my love for dance. And of course it just so happens to be that there’s a TV show around it.”

Vertes Opens Up About Starting Her Podcast

In November 2025, Vertes got candid about her decision to start her podcast, stating that it stemmed from her desire to create a more “mature” look.

“I felt like now’s a great time to share my life again with my followers who basically grew up with me, because we’re all going through this weird transition phase of going from being a college student into adulthood,” she said, per PEOPLE.

Additionally, Vertes said her podcast gives her the opportunity to speak directly to her followers, updating them on details of her personal life.

“I totally want to use this podcast obviously to emphasize my life after Dance Moms and what I am up to now and what career path I’m going to go on, but I also wanted to use this to kind of let people see who I really am because all they saw was 45 minutes of me basically crying on the TV show,” she said. “They didn’t get to see my full personality.”

Vertes Gets Real About ‘Past Trauma’ From Filming The Show

According to Vertes, her “Not So Little” show also allows her to work through challenges she faced growing up in front of the cameras.

“A lot of my experiences as a child have kind of woven their way into my adulthood, and sometimes I’m like, ‘Why do I feel like this?’ And it’s like, ‘Oh, maybe it’s my past trauma speaking,’” she said.

Speaking of trauma, the TV personality said she’s never spoken to a mental health professional about her upbringing, but admitted she feels comfortable speaking about things online, especially because most of her followers grew up watching her.

“I think a lot of people just want to know what really went on behind the scenes,” she said. “Now it’s kind of our time to navigate those emotions and kind of shed light to it in a positive way and move on as well.”

Relishing the extended storytelling nature of television drama while still delivering narratives that can be resolved in one digestible sitting, miniseries present something of a happy middle ground between the succinct, two-hour tenure of cinema and the sprawling, years-spanning expansiveness of traditional TV. The very best limited series have executed this balancing act to perfection, conjuring engrossing long-format drama that hooks viewers in from the opening moments and doesn’t relent until the last minutes of the finale.

The past ten years have been something of a golden era for the form, and recent miniseries are well represented on this list, but so too are the defining hits of decades long past that helped establish television as a medium for prestige drama. From historical epics and grandiose war dramas to true crime thrillers and Western gems, these miniseries make every second count and stand among the finest titles in the format because of that.

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‘Adolescence’ (2025)

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Marking one of the more recent sensations in Netflix’s pantheon of classic miniseries, Adolescence excels as both a technical marvel and a timely story of profound urgency. Every single episode of the four-part miniseries unfolds in one continuous shot, an arduous approach that is executed with such perfection and craftsmanship that the series engulfs viewers from its opening moments and holds their attention right up until its poignant and tragic ending.

The series revolves around the arrest of a 13-year-old boy for the murder of his classmate, with its episodes covering the arrest and the immediate aftermath, the police’s investigation at the school, a viscerally intense meeting between Jamie (Owen Cooper) and a psychologist, and, 12 months on, how the Miller family struggles to live in the wake of Jamie’s crime. Adolescence is a stunning display of technical ambition and powerhouse acting, but it is also a story of immediate importance that addresses the intersection between the toxicity of internet culture and the festering wave of misogynistic angst among youths.

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‘Roots’ (1977)

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Almost 50 years have passed since Roots aired on ABC, and yet it is virtually impossible to name a miniseries that has had a more pronounced and enduring cultural impact. Simply stunning, albeit incredibly confronting, the eight-part limited series illustrates the history of slavery and racism in America through the perspective of Mandinka warrior Kunta Kilte (LeVar Burton and John Amos), an African native condemned to slavery, and his descendants.

Spanning from the mid 1700s through to the events of the American Civil War and its aftermath, Roots delivers a multi-generational tragedy of the dehumanizing effects of slavery that is as absorbing in nature as it is epic in scope. Even as elements of its storytelling have become slightly dated and the feeling of realism it flaunted in 1977 has been surpassed by more recent depictions of slavery, Roots’s arresting scale and overlapping story of lineage and generational trauma remain compelling. Its legacy and importance are irrefutable, while its enduring quality is largely intact, making it one of the most impressive and admirable miniseries ever made.

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‘Pride and Prejudice’ (1995)

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The allure of period piece drama and class commentary in cinema, especially in recent decades, has largely been defined by adaptations of Jane Austen’s defining literary works. Among the very best of them is the BBC’s six-part realization of Pride and Prejudice in 1995, with the miniseries using the full breadth of its six-hour runtime to revel in every detail and nuance Austen conceived while leaning on the strength of its lavish production and two sublime lead performances from Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth.

It follows the complex yet tender romance between Elizabeth Bennet, a strong-willed though socially attuned young woman, and Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy, a mysterious and initially aloof suitor who is said to possess a vast wealth. Bolstered by its faithfulness to Austen’s novel, the miniseries shines as a simmering slow-burn of passion and class that works wonderfully in concert with the restrained control and enthralling subtleties of the performances. Also excelling at combining Austen’s romantic intrigue with her witty satire on social status, Pride and Prejudice is a defining triumph of the limited series format as it ensnares viewers in 1800s England with ravishing artistry and craftsmanship.

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‘Generation Kill’ (2007)

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Marking a rare example of an HBO production being criminally underrated by the masses, Generation Kill thrives on its basis on Evan Wright’s experiences as an embedded reporter and co-creators David Simon and Ed Burns’s trademark adherence to gritty, detailed realism. The seven-part miniseries documents true events as it follows the U.S. Marine Corps’ 1st Reconnaissance Battalion in the early stages of the Iraq War, following the obstacles and combat experiences the soldiers face during the first three weeks of the invasion of Iraq.

Grounding its military drama in a distinctly observational air of camaraderie, the series is able to ask pressing questions about the psyche of soldiers while using their bonds as an emotional catalyst for the story. It works remarkably well, using relatability and absurdity in equal measure while exploring the impact such issues as communications errors, bureaucratic red tape, and the monotony of waiting for action have on the troops. Both a piercing dissection of military psychology and a skewering question of the validity of the Iraq War, Generation Kill is among the greatest illustrations of modern warfare film and television have ever seen.

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‘I, Claudius’ (1976)

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Agelessly captivating and incredibly fascinating, I, Claudius is something of a forgotten gem of British television. A historical epic, based on Robert Graves’ historical novels, the 12-episode miniseries analyses the political maneuverings and deadly betrayals of Ancient Rome from the perspective of an aging Claudius (Derek Jacobi), who is sure he himself is soon to be assassinated. With Claudius’s meditations spanning back to 24 BC and leading up to his demise in 54 AD, the series navigates the vicious viper’s pit of greed, corruption, and power that the Roman Empire was.

Intricately weaving a narrative thread that blends engrossing storytelling with historical accuracy, all while flaunting a litany of exceptional performances, I, Claudius is an icon of television ambition that was years ahead of its time. Even its low-budget, theatrical-style production design contributes to its spectacle, presenting something that is unique and serviceable, especially as it allows the storytelling and character drama to soar.

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‘Brideshead Revisited’ (1981)

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A stunning adaptation of Evelyn Waugh’s 1945 novel of the same name, Brideshead Revisited excels as a visually divine and emotionally ensnaring exploration of social change in the aristocracy leading up to WWII. Jeremy Irons stars as Charles Ryder, a disillusioned Army captain who relocates his brigade to Brideshead, the former home of his past friends, the Marchmain family. As his recollections date back to the summer of 1922, Ryder is torn between nostalgic yearning and military pragmatism as he is forced to accept that the aristocratic lifestyle he once tasted is diminishing.

Faithful to the source material, with as much as 95% of the dialogue being taken directly from the novel, Brideshead Revisited matches Waugh’s investment in thematic ideas of nostalgia, class, sexuality, and faith. Complimented by its exceptional cast and gorgeous cinematography that immerses viewers in the idyllic allure of pre-WWII Oxford, Brideshead Revisited is a truly timeless period piece, an enduring gem of British television that captures the elegance, grandeur, and thematic weight of the genre in spectacular fashion.

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‘Dekalog’ (1989–1990)

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While it does cater more to the enjoyers of arthouse productions with its measured pacing, thematic overtones, and its international heritage, Dekalog is a trailblazing masterpiece of miniseries drama that holds a unique spiritual allure. The Polish series consists of ten one-hour films, each of them inspired by a decalogue of the Ten Commandments, that explore the lives and moral conundrums faced by different people living within the same housing complex in 1980s Poland.

With all 10 episodes being co-written and directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski, Dekalog benefits from evolving through the lens of one tight and concentrated creative vision, even as other creative leads, like cinematographers, change with each episode. The end result is a visually distinct and eerily haunting analysis of the overlapping stories of a community, with each character’s struggle being realized with such nuance and depth that the series as a whole becomes a stunning mosaic of existentialism and morality. It’s confounding and complex, but undeniably absorbing, making it an addictive, challenging miniseries that stands the test of time.

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‘Lonesome Dove’ (1989)

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Western cinema famously underwent a revisionist resurgence in the early 1990s, a trend seemingly spearheaded by the success of Oscar-winning films like Unforgiven and Dances with Wolves. However, the genre was arguably gaining popularity throughout the latter part of the 1980s through its television hits, with CBS’ four-part adaptation of Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry a spearhead in this genre revival. Graced with an ensemble cast, it thrives off the lead performances of Robert Duvall and Tommy Lee Jones, with the duo starring as two former Texas Rangers who set out on a journey to Montana with the hope of recapturing their adventurous spirit.

A traditional tale of the genre rife with Western grandeur, a rollicking sense of adventure, and a rewarding investment in character development, Lonesome Dove has come to be regarded among the greatest miniseries of the 20th century and as something of a cult gem of Western entertainment. It’s warm and inviting, yet avoids slipping into the glossy, idyllic fantasy of the Old West Hollywood productions sometimes indulge in, instead excelling as a touching story of friendship, mortality, and the complexity of love in a manner that is earnest, relatable, and entertaining.

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‘Chernobyl’ (2019)

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Standing as perhaps the greatest miniseries ever made, Chernobyl is a historical drama laced with a visceral sense of dread and terror that imposes itself in the opening minutes of episode one and never relents, even lingering long after viewers have finished the show. Starting on the night of the reactor meltdown, the five-part HBO release explores the immediate aftermath of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant disaster, the strenuous and sacrificial efforts to contain the radioactive fallout, and the eventual political ramifications of the Soviet Union’s deceit regarding sharing information about the catastrophe with the world.

Anchored by its litany of exceptional performances and Craig Mazin’s intense, detail-driven story that cascades from one heart-stopping calamity into another with propulsive urgency and near-unbearable tension, Chernobyl is as masterful a historical drama as has ever been made for television. Able to acknowledge the heroism of so many who risked their lives to reduce the impact of the fallout, while also condemning the institutionalized rot and political corruption that led to such a heinous incident taking place, the miniseries is as thematically precise as it is epic in scope, and it will stand among TV’s most captivating triumphs for many years to come.

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‘Band of Brothers’ (2001)

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Viewed by many as being the definitive accomplishment in the history of miniseries productions, Band of Brothers is a devastating yet enrapturing WWII drama that follows the campaign of Easy Company through the European Theater of the Second World War. Created by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, and bolstered by interview footage with the real-life soldiers whose experiences the series depicts, Band of Brothers excels not only as a masterful realization of the brutality of war, but as an illustration of the camaraderie and bond between soldiers as well.

Complimented by its astounding ensemble cast and the sheer magnitude of its production value—especially for its time—the HBO classic is still every bit as absorbing and addictive today as it was 25 years ago. It balances moments of humanity and hope with poignant and painful illustrations of the destruction of war, covering everything from the visceral horrors of combat to the subdued psychological strain of war, and even the utter evil of the Holocaust with profound maturity and ceaselessly compelling artistry.

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Could Taylor Swift’s highly anticipated 13th studio album already be on the way?

Swift, 36, and fiancé Travis Kelce attended a friend’s wedding on Saturday, May 16, where the pop star’s ensemble fueled fan speculation a new record is on the horizon. Swift glittered in a golden Maria Lucia Hohan gown, which she paired with opal drop earrings.

Eagle-eyed fans were quick to point out that Swift’s baubles featured 13 stones, which would match the number of her next album.

“There is just NO WAY she’s wearing an earring with 13 stones ????!!!!!” an X user wrote on Saturday night, positing that the choice is “fun teasing.”

Other fans thought the 13 gems were an update to the 12-stone ruby earrings that Swift rocked at the 2025 Grammy Awards, shortly before announcing 12th album The Life of a Showgirl that same year. It’s also possible that the 13 is a nod to Swift’s favorite number.

“TS13 easter eggs are going to be impossible [because] is it 13 because it’s Taylor Swift or because it’s TS13????” another fan tweeted.

Others, however, don’t think Swift’s jewelry is a clue to her future music at all.

“Taylor attending a wedding, she’s not Easter egging while attending her fiancé’s friend’s wedding,” another Swiftie wrote via X. “Use your brain.”

Swift has not publicly addressed any plans for a 13th album just yet, though she’s long denied that any of her cryptic clues are through hints about her relationship.

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“There are dos and don’ts. I’m never going to plan an Easter egg that ties back to my personal life,” the Grammy winner said on Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast in August 2025, detailing the art of planting Easter eggs. “It’s always going to be toward music or something that I have coming up. A plan I have coming together. Something that you don’t know I’m saying for a specific reason that you’ll hear later and go back and go, ‘Oh my god.’”

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Swift, who got engaged to Kelce that month after two years of dating, released Showgirl the following October. There were multiple love songs about Swift and Kelce’s romance and future hopes, including “Opalite” about the man-made version of the NFL star’s birthstone.

“‘Opalite’ is a song [where] that word is something I wrote down because I thought it was beautiful,” Swift said during her Release Party of a Showgirl screening in October 2025. “I came back to it when [Max Martin, Shellback and I] were writing to this really infectious, hook-y track. Opalite is man-made opal, so I’ve always loved opals [and] my mom has always loved opals.”

She added, “I loved the metaphor of, like, a man-made opal and you also have to make your own happiness in your life. You had to get yourself through some difficult times to get to the positive place you’re in now.”

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Chaos Breaks Out At AP x Swatch Launch Sites

At New York locations, including Long Island’s Roosevelt Mall and Times Square, foot traffic built into hours-long queues as the release tied to the Audemars Piguet x Swatch collaboration went live. Videos circulating online show dense crowds pressed up against barriers, with waves of people surging forward as doors opened. What started as anticipation quickly became a bottleneck situation. Many shoppers packed tightly enough to make movement inside and outside the store difficult to manage.

The situation wasn’t isolated. Across multiple cities, similar scenes unfolded, with some locations ultimately shutting down entirely after staff and security were overwhelmed by turnout. In a number of cases, police intervened as tensions rose inside packed stores and customers fought over access to limited inventory. Officials used crowd-control measures, including pepper spray and mace, to restore order in especially volatile moments.

 Young Thug & Plies Weigh In On The AP Frenzy

Plies and Young Thug were among celebrities who shared their thoughts on the chaos on social media.  Plies weighed in on the attention the drop was receiving, writing:

“It Seem Like We More Upset About $300 ‘AP’. Than We Are About What The Supreme Court/ White House Is Doing To Us! I’m Not Tryin To Tell Nobody What To Care About! But If The Roles Was Reversed & They Voting Rights Was Being Attacked. I Know Which One They’d Be Upset About!!!”

Meanwhile, Young Thug took a more dismissive, observational tone, reposting commentary on Instagram and adding, “Idk why n*ggas actin like they wasnt already payin $300 for them APs.” Nonetheless, the reactions reflected two different angles of the same moment. One pointing toward broader social priorities, the other cutting through the hype with a reminder that the price point itself wasn’t necessarily new territory for some consumers.

Y’all So Messy The Company Had To Speak Out

Furthermore, in response to the disruption, Swatch issued a statement acknowledging the “extraordinarily high demand.” They also confirmed that some stores had to close temporarily in coordination with local authorities to ensure safety. Additionally, they said the collection wasn’t limited edition and they planned to release more inventory despite the chaos around the rollout.

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— Swatch (@Swatch) May 16, 2026

Flau’jae Johnson is continuing to prove she can do it all. Just weeks after making her WNBA debut, the LSU basketball star officially crossed the stage and graduated from Louisiana State University.

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Flau’jae Johnson Graduates From LSU

On Saturday, May 16, Flau’jae Johnson received her degree from Louisiana State University. The athlete graduated with a degree in interdisciplinary studies and minors in business administration, communication studies, and entrepreneurship. The LSU women’s basketball team shared videos of Johnson walking across the stage in her purple cap and gown. In another clip posted to Instagram, Johnson celebrated the moment by saying it “feels great to be an LSU grad.”

Social Media Reacts

The TeaMates quickly flooded The Shade Room Teens’ comment section with congratulatory messages following Flau’Jae’s graduation. Many social media users reflected on watching her grow up on The Rap Game, while others shared how proud her late father, Camouflage, would be of her accomplishments.

Instagram user @iluvvvmyaaaa wrote, “been watching her since the rap game perioddd 😍😍😍.

Another Instagram user @iambrialexis wrote, “Definition of “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” Congratulations 🤏🏽🥳🥳”

While Instagram user @stephanielynnmal wrote, “Congratulations 💜💛💜💛”

Instagram user @mz_thickness02 wrote, “Congrats Queen and I know your father smiling down on u Queen and very proud u ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️”

Another Instagram user @wristworkmylk wrote, “Brains, Beauty, and Talent 🔥🔥🔥 Triple Threat”

While Instagram user @dadedivasmilez wrote, “I love when athletes get that degree 🔥”

Instagram user @ohhhsoyouahmad wrote, “Who y’all know that came from the Rap Game that got a DEGREE? Congratulations Flau’Jae ‼️‼️‼️”

Another Instagram user  @pictureperfectmarika wrote, “Now give her a Grammy for these bars she be spittin”

While Instagram user @11sapphire2013 wrote, “Camouflage will be so proud of his baby!”

Flau’jae Makes WNBA Debut Ahead Of Graduation

Johnson’s graduation comes just one month after officially entering the WNBA. On April 13, she was selected No. 8 overall by the Golden State Valkyries before being traded on draft night to the Seattle Storm. Earlier this month, Johnson made her WNBA debut and finished her first professional game with 12 points, two rebounds, and two assists.

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Ronda Rousey made her triumphant return back to the MMA octagon — and is ready to take on her next challenge.

After defeating fellow retired fighter Gina Carano in just 17 seconds via submission on Saturday, May 16, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, Rousey, 39, revealed what she plans to do in the wake of her dominant win.

“I said, ‘She’s my f***ing hero and just thank you for everything and thank you for bringing me back home,” Rousey told the in-ring reporter of what she said to her opponent after the live Netflix fight.

“It was so quick — is there any chance we can see more of this?” the reporter asked. “I think everyone wants to see more of you competing. You looked so good, so dominant out there. Listen to this crowd, look at the reception you’ve had since coming back to MMA. Is there any chance we’ll leave that door a little bit open?”

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Rousey quickly responded, explaining to the reporter and the crowd that she couldn’t have imagined a better way to walk away from the sport for good.

“There’s no way I could have ended it better than this,” she said. “I want to have some more babies and I gotta get cooking.”

Rousey retired from the sport of MMA in 2016 after back-to-back losses to fellow fighters Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes. After retiring, Rousey married former UFC star Travis Browne in 2017. In 2021, the pair welcomed their first daughter, La’akea Makalapuaokalanipō, followed by their second daughter, Liko’ula Pā’ūomahinakaipiha, in 2025. (Brown also shares two sons, Kaleo and Keawe, with a previous partner.)

Rousey announced her surprise return to MMA in February, officially ending her nearly decade-long retirement.

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“Been waiting so long to announce this: Me and Gina Carano are gonna throw down in the biggest super fight in women’s combat sport history!” she said in a statement at the time. “And we’re partnering with the fighter-first promotion MVP as well as the biggest and baddest streamer on the planet Netflix. This is for all MMA fans past, present and future. More to come… much more.”

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Carano, 44, said that a long-awaited dream match against Rousey was the only offer intriguing enough to bring her out of her own, near 17-year retirement.

“Ronda came to me and said there is only one person she would make a comeback for and it has been her dream to make this fight happen between us,” Carano said in February. “She thanked me for opening up doors for her in her career and was respectful in asking for this fight to happen. This is an honor. I believe I will walk out of this fight with the win, and I anticipate it will not come easy, which I welcome. This is as much for Ronda and me as it is for the fans and mixed martial arts community. What a time to be alive.”