By Robert Scucci
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Adam West has always been best known for his legendary dry humor, and it’s one of the reasons the 1960s Batman series is so much fun to watch. It’s equal parts camp and deadpan, and Adam West was born to play this version of the Caped Crusader. Most of the Golden Era Simpsons writing staff celebrated the guy for being so easy to write bits for, which is why he voiced a fictionalized version of in the Season 4 episode, “Mr. Plow.” One of those Golden Era writers was Conan O’Brien, and his adoration of West’s on-screen persona manifested in a one-off TV pilot that never got picked up: 1991’s Lookwell.

The series was conceptualized and produced by O’Brien and Robert Smigel, with Lorne Michaels serving as executive producer. For a show with as much potential as Lookwell, we only ever got the one episode, which at the time ended up becoming the “second-lowest-rated television show of all time.” Thankfully, Lookwell’s legacy has long surpassed its initial reputation and rightfully secured cult status over the decades.

There are copies of Lookwell floating around online, lifted from broadcasts on the now-defunct Trio network, but it’s incredibly difficult to find clean versions of the original pilot. While the versions we have easy access to are pretty much the real deal, there are some alternate jokes and soundtrack changes that were likely made because of rights issues after the show was unceremoniously shelved.

He’s Not A Detective, But He Played One On TV

Lookwell centers on titular character Ty Lookwell, portrayed by Adam West, and he couldn’t be more perfect for the part. Ty is a washed-up actor best known for his work on Bannigan, not to be confused with Brannigan, another, more popular show that he has nothing to do with. He waxes poetic about Shakespeare and teaches an acting class to pass the time while showing up to auditions dressed like Fonzie, even though nobody is interested in casting him. He’s completely delusional and justifies his dry spell by suggesting that “these things take time.” Meanwhile, his nephew Matt, who’s merely visiting to try the whole Hollywood thing, is receiving countless voicemails from Kevin Costner, Francis Ford Coppola, and Steven Spielberg, begging for a callback. He’s an exceptionally gifted actor, and we never see him on screen.

What truly drives Lookwell’s personality is his inflated sense of self. He played a detective on TV and was even given an honorary badge by the local precinct in 1972. He carries the badge, which is encased in acrylic, everywhere he goes and uses it to try solving real crimes, much to the chagrin of every officer on duty. More often than not, his instincts lead him to the wrong places in silly disguises as he inadvertently ruins planned sting operations orchestrated by actual officers who know what they’re doing. When things somehow work out in his favor, he smugly pats himself on the back, making it known that the police would be helpless without his invaluable sleuthing skills.

Characters like Ty Lookwell, who lack any semblance of self-awareness, are difficult to portray because the actor has to fully commit to the bit without ever breaking the illusion. Adam West, a former superhero actor, understood the assignment and brought his signature deadpan delivery to the premise. He’s stone-faced and stoic even when he’s dressed like a homeless man at a fundraising event, loudly declaring that the sidewalk is his bed even though everybody in the room knows he’s actually failed actor Ty Lookwell wearing a silly costume. He never cracks a smile or looks inward for even a second. He simply lounges around his house watching reruns of Bannigan while eating “Firm Pops,” the frozen treats that “tighten your skin.”

What Could Have Been

Had Lookwell been pitched at a different time, it might have had a fighting chance. It was simply too ahead of its potential audience, one that would be molded by the Simpsons mania that was slowly consuming the world. It’s profoundly stupid, but also incredibly cerebral. Like Golden Era Simpsons, there are plenty of sight gags and visual jokes you’ll miss if you blink, and it boasts the kind of quick-witted exchanges Conan O’Brien has built an entire career around since the pilot was shelved after airing its only episode.

That lone episode is still incredibly difficult to find in its original form, and the versions circulating online have abysmal playback quality. Presently, there’s an HD upscaled version available on YouTube that looks surprisingly great, and it’s absolutely worth 23 minutes of your time if you’re a diehard fan of The Simpsons and everything Conan O’Brien has brought to the table since first showing up on the scene in the late 1980s as a writer for SNL. It’s a relic from another era, and it’s a shame we never got a full series out of Lookwell, but at least it still exists for us to enjoy decades later.

By Chris Snellgrove
| Published 12 seconds ago

When Lucasfilm began landing Star Wars projects on Disney+, we saw the return of a few familiar faces that it seemed like we’d never see again. One of them was Boba Fett, the fearsome bounty hunter who popped up on The Mandalorian before headlining his own show. Another was Obi-Wan Kenobi, whose solo show saw the return of Prequel Trilogy veterans Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen. To everyone’s surprise, Christensen returned in Ahsoka to seemingly impart some last bit of Jedi wisdom upon his titular Padawan.

But this wasn’t Christensen’s last appearance in our favorite galaxy far, far away. He’s already confirmed to return for Ahsoka Season 2, and Star Wars scooper Daniel Richtman recently dropped a bombshell report that Christensen will be appearing in at least two more projects for the franchise. While he doesn’t yet know what these projects will be, one thing’s for sure: the return of everyone’s favorite Darth Vader actor may breathe new life into a franchise that has been going through the motions for way too long.  

Somehow, Anakin Returned

While Daniel Richtman has reported that Hayden Christensen would be appearing in at least two more Star Wars projects, he doesn’t have any info as to exactly what those projects could be. There is an entire galaxy of possibilities, some of which may be more exciting for fans than others. Even though the first season was pretty “meh” and stretched the boundaries of canon, plenty would be happy to see a second season of Obi-Wan Kenobi, even if (or maybe especially if) it was just another excuse to get McGregor and Christensen onscreen together again.

If Disney is feeling a bit more ambitious, we might get the opposite: a Darth Vader solo show. While there was only so much for Kenobi to do between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope (he was supposed to be a hermit guarding Luke Skywalker, after all), Vader was doing plenty of interesting things: getting used to his new body, establishing the Imperial status quo, hunting Jedi, training Inquisitors, and so on. It would be tough to pull off, but a Vader-centric show with the pathos and gravitas of Andor could easily become the best Star Wars series ever made. 

The Man, The Myth, The Sith

However, it’s far likelier that Hayden Christensen will continue making minor, Ahsoka-style cameos in other shows rather than stepping fully into the spotlight. Personally, I’d love to see him play a supporting role in a Doctor Aphra series. In case you’re unfamiliar, Aphra is a canonical comics character who is like a fem-swapped cross between Indiana Jones and Han Solo. In the comics, she ends up working for Vader before faking her death to gain her freedom. Seeing her and her murderbot sidekicks onscreen is likelier than you might think. After all, her comic book frenemy, Krrsantan, already popped up in The Book of Boba Fett.

Without the clairvoyance of the Force, it’s impossible to know exactly where Hayden Christensen will pop up in this galaxy far, far away. But he’s a beloved actor playing a fan-favorite character, so it’s a sure bet that whatever Star Wars show he appears on is going to be a hit. Personally, I’m hoping Disney will finally accept my pitch: a workplace comedy where Admiral Motti and Darth Vader work aboard the Death Star and have a relationship akin to Jim and Dwight from The Office. My working title? Imperial Entanglements.

Come on, Dave Filoni, you can’t ignore my phone calls forever!

British detective dramas have become increasingly popular with American viewers, with the likes of Shetland, Death in Paradise, Patience, Blue Lights, and even the latest Sherlock Holmes adaptation garnering consistent attention. Among the highest-rated is this three-part series, which premiered in 2021 to positive reviews and whose future fans have eagerly awaited news about, especially since its third season ended two years ago. Now, there’s exciting news, as the crime series is set to return to screens — but with a twist.

Created and written by Helen Edmundson as an adaptation of the best-selling Adam Dalgliesh novels by P. D. James, Dalgliesh is an intriguing detective drama that sees Bertie Carvel star as the title character, a mysterious detective–poet. The series premiered on Acorn TV on November 1, 2021, in the U.S., followed by a Channel 5 premiere three days later in the U.K. Seasons 2 and 3 then came about in April 2023 and December 2024, respectively, with a fourth season appearing uncertain at the time.

With that said, fans will be delighted to know that producers Acorn TV and New Pictures announced on May 18, 2026, that Dalgliesh will be back per new reports. However, the series sadly won’t be broadcast on the U.K.’s Channel 5 anymore. Instead, Dalgliesh Season 4 will premiere on Acorn TV in the U.K., U.S., and Canada. “It’s a real pleasure returning to the world of Dalgliesh, brought to life by the brilliant Helen Edmundson and Bertie Carvel,” Elaine Pyke, co-founder and creative director, New Pictures, and executive producer of Dalgliesh, said of the renewal. An official premiere date has yet to be announced, but that should be expected in due course.

‘Dalgliesh’ Is An Underrated British Detective Drama

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Boasting a 75% average rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Dalgliesh is an excellent watch that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The series follows Adam Dalgliesh, a published poet and recent widower who is also Detective Chief Inspector, later Commander, in the Metropolitan Police at New Scotland Yard. The character employs his empathy and insight to plumb the darker depths of the human psyche while investigating complex crimes in mid-1970s England. Also starring in the series are Jeremy Irvine as DS Charles Masterson in Season 1, Carlyss Peer as DS, later DCI Kate Miskin, Alistair Brammer as DS Daniel Tarrant in Seasons 2 and 3, Claire Goose as Dr. Emma Lavenham in Season 3, and David Pearse as Pathologist Miles Kynaston.

Dalgliesh returns with a new season in 2027.

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John Travolta opened up about why he’s been sporting a specific look during the Cannes Film Festival.

“The old school directors wore berets and the glasses and I thought, ‘That’s what I’m doing,” Travolta, 72, explained while chatting with CNN on Monday, May 18, about his accessories at the star-studded event.

“I’ve been around for over 50 years doing movies but I can’t tell when I look back the difference between the events,” Travolta added. “And I said, I’m a director this time. You’re an actor, play the part of a director. Look like an old school director.”

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The Grease star went on to say that he researched photos of directors in the “20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s,” and wanted to “do an homage to being a director,” he said. Travolta added, “So I’m gonna play the part of being a director and then when I look back, I’ll know, ‘Oh that was Propeller One-Way Night Coach, that was Cannes, that’s when I won the Pale d’Or. I will have vividness of it.”

Travolta debuted his first beret and pair of eyeglasses on Friday, May 15, during the Karma premiere. He wore a white cap and thin gold-rimmed glasses. The Cash Out actor styled his look with a white dress shirt and matching tie, a black vest, a blazer and pants. He completed his ensemble with leather shoes and a white pocket square.

He wore another beret the following day, during the Propeller One-Way Night Coach photocall on Saturday, May 16. He rocked a black version of the soft cap, which he matched with dark-rimmed circular glasses. He also wore a black suede top with buttons lining his chest and white stitching. He paired the piece with charcoal jeans and leather Chelsea boots.

Galaxy Quest’s original director’s cut was an R-rated version complete with naughty words and other shenanigans.

By Henry Hards
| Published 35 seconds ago

Galaxy Quest was one of the last great PG-rated movies. It was completed before Hollywood abandoned the more family-friendly rating in favor of skewing its movies towards a PG-13. So the last thing you’d expect is for there to be a raunchier, more adult version of Galaxy Quest out there, but apparently a fully R-rated version exists.

Galaxy Quest‘s original director’s cut was an R-rated version complete with naughty words and other shenanigans. That’s according to John Carter producer Lindsey Collins, who told corporate media that she learned of the film’s more adult origins from Sigourney Weaver herself.

Here’s what Collins had to say:

We had lunch with Sigourney [Weaver] who was telling us that there actually used to be an R-rated version of that movie which was awesome. It was the director’s cut and it was R-rated and everybody was swearing and there were sex scenes, and the whole thing.

They didn’t know what to do with it, so they had to re-edit the whole thing and made it what it is today. We were like, ‘How do we get our hands on the R-rated version of Galaxy Quest?’ She said ‘I don’t know!’ and we were like, ‘Come on, Sigourney!’

Multiple cast members have now confirmed that an R-rated cut of the movie exists, but it’s still not available out there to watch. Below are just some of the changes present in the R-rated version.

• Sigourney Weaver’s famous “Well, screw that!” line was originally “Well, fuck that!” and was awkwardly dubbed over on purpose because she hated the censorship.
• The original script had darker and more adult material, including:
  • Gwen DeMarco attempting to seduce aliens.
  • More bizarre Alan Rickman/Dr. Lazarus material.
  • A much gorier convention crash sequence where people were reportedly decapitated.
• Several Rickman scenes were cut because DreamWorks thought they were “too kinky” or strange for the softer rating they wanted. Tim Allen described one deleted Lazarus set as looking like “a proctologist’s dream and nightmare.”

It’s believed a more complete R-rated Galaxy Quest cut still exists in Paramount/DreamWorks archives, but no credible source has ever said there’s a finished director’s cut ready for release. There probably never will be.

As much as we’re all curious to see this cut of the film, I am actually glad that they went with the more family-friendly version for release. Galaxy Quest is one of those rare movies that is equally enjoyable for all age groups. Adults will love the sly references to the SF shows they grew up loving, while kids will love the silliness and the adventure.

Kendall Jenner is reportedly taking her relationship with Jacob Elordi to the next level following an intimate tropical vacation with the popular actor.

The supermodel is said to be entering a much more meaningful phase of her love life after their recent travels significantly strengthened their connection. 

This development comes after the duo was spotted enjoying a cozy moment during a getaway in Hawaii. 

The 30-year-old reality television star and 28-year-old actor Elordi have experienced a major shift in their relationship following a romantic getaway to Hawaii.

An insider revealed to Page Six that the tropical trip completely accelerated their bond, making their connection significantly stronger and much more serious than the model had originally anticipated.

According to sources, Kendall did not expect to develop such deep feelings so quickly, but the vacation changed everything for the couple. 

“They got super close on that trip, and it definitely made their connection stronger. It’s becoming a lot more serious than she expected,” the source noted, adding that she is “really happy right now and loves how easy things feel.” 

A major highlight of this blossoming romance for Kendall has also been the opportunity to share these experiences with her younger sister, Kylie Jenner. The reality star has thoroughly enjoyed navigating her personal life alongside her sibling while getting to know the men in their respective lives together. 

Kendall Jenner And Jacob Elordi Recently Enjoyed A Cozy Hawaiian Vacation

The effortless connection they shared during their double date was on full display during their intimate getaway, where the couple was recently spotted relaxing along the Hawaiian coast. An eyewitness told TMZ that Kendall and Elordi appeared to be on a cute little date while spending a laid-back afternoon together on a private beach in Kauai. 

A photograph obtained by the outlet captured the reality star lounging in a bikini while holding a bottle of Avaline rosé as she sat closely beside the actor on the sand. Elordi kept his look casual for the oceanside outing, wearing blue shorts and a green baseball cap.

This quiet sighting adds further fuel to the dating rumors that first began circulating at Coachella earlier this year.

The Model And Jacob Elordi Went On A Double Date With Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet

The private beach date in Kauai directly contributed to the couple feeling much more comfortable together back in California. Kendall and Elordi also spent their Saturday evening on a star-studded double date with Kylie and Timothée. 

Photographs obtained by Page Six showed the foursome driving around Los Angeles after leaving a private Fanatics party. The “Euphoria” actor took the wheel with Kendall next to him, while Kylie and Chalamet, who have been together since 2023, snuggled in the back next to friend Renell Medrano. 

Although the group tried to block their faces from the flashing paparazzi cameras, they could not hide their laughter from inside the vehicle. Interestingly, Kendall and Elordi first sparked romance rumors last month when reports surfaced that they were making out at Justin Bieber’s Coachella afterparty.

Kendall Jenner And Jacob Elordi Have Reportedly Been Dating Secretly

A few weeks before Kendall’s double date with her sister, an insider revealed that the couple had already been together for a few months before their public debut, noting that everything was going very well between them. 

The source added that they had been an official item since early February, explaining that their frequent presence in Los Angeles gave them a great opportunity to bond quietly. Interestingly, this successful relationship might never have happened without a helpful push from Kendall’s younger sister, per The Blast. 

Kylie reportedly played a key role in orchestrating the match after spending time around the actor earlier in the year. The source explained that Kylie was frequently around Elordi during Chalamet’s extensive awards season run. 

Kylie quickly took a liking to the actor and immediately recognized that he would be a perfect match for her older sister. She was reportedly direct with her advice, telling the model to act quickly and start dating him right away.

Jacob Elordi’s Absence From The Cannes Film Festival Raised Some Eyebrows

Elordi’s presence on those high-profile dates has now triggered a completely different kind of attention regarding his recent professional decisions. He is facing intense online scrutiny after pulling out of the Cannes Film Festival earlier this month under the claim that he was recovering from a broken foot. 

As reported by The Blast, at the time, the public believed the actor was dealing with a legitimate medical issue that kept him from flying to France. However, skepticism grew rapidly once photos emerged of him vacationing comfortably in Hawaii with Kendall.

Observers quickly pointed out that Elordi showed absolutely no signs of an injury, completely lacking any protective cast or medical boot while relaxing on the sand.

The online doubt only worsened after he was seen driving a vehicle during his recent Los Angeles double date with Kendall, Kylie, and Chalamet. 

Hayden Panettiere is opening up about deeply disturbing experiences she says she endured while navigating Hollywood at a young age.

In her memoir “This Is Me: A Reckoning,” the actress revisits painful moments involving older men in the industry, including one shocking incident at a private party that left her horrified.

The “Heroes” actress shared details about an unsettling experience she says happened when she was 19 years old.

According to Panettiere, she attended a private party with a friend and quickly began feeling uneasy while interacting with a group of older men.

In her memoir, she explained that the men were “in their forties and fifties” and that she “sensed these men’s eyes on me and it made me uncomfortable.”

The actress said the atmosphere at the gathering changed the way she viewed herself in that moment. Per the Daily Mail, she described feeling like a “young commodity ripe for the picking in that moment” before deciding it was time to leave the party.

As she was preparing to go, one of the men approached her. Panettiere described him as a “well-respected” Oscar-winning actor and director.

According to her account, the man attempted to get her attention by claiming he had a “big wad of gum on his pants.”

The situation immediately turned disturbing. “I looked down and recoiled. This well-respected, award-winning actor’s testicles were hanging out from his unzipped fly,” Panettiere wrote in the memoir.

The actress said she left immediately afterward and did not even stop to tell her friend goodbye before leaving the party behind.

Hollywood No Longer Felt Safe

Hayden Panettiere admitted that the incident left a lasting impression because, until then, she had largely felt protected around the powerful men she encountered in Hollywood.

“Up to that moment, men in Hollywood had always been kind and respectful around me. There may have been a peck on the lips here and an inappropriate comment there, but nothing had crossed a line,” she wrote.

Even though the encounter disturbed her, the actress said she chose not to discuss it with her friend afterward. Instead, she convinced herself the experience was something she should simply move past.

According to Panettiere, she assumed “some older men had just grown up with no manners.”

The revelation arrives as the actress continues speaking candidly about traumatic experiences from earlier in her career. Panettiere, who recently came out as bisexual, has been discussing several painful chapters from her life while promoting her memoir.

Her latest claims come shortly after she emotionally revisited another shocking incident she says happened when she was just 18 years old.

Hayden Panettiere Opens Up About Boat Incident

Earlier this month, Panettiere appeared on Jay Shetty’s “On Purpose” podcast, where she discussed another encounter detailed in “This Is Me: A Reckoning.”

During the interview, Shetty referenced a moment from the book involving a boat trip and a much older celebrity.

“You write about a moment in your career where a friend of yours takes you onto a boat. You’re led to a room which has an older man in it and then basically told to perform sexual acts,” Shetty said.

Panettiere reflected on how young and inexperienced she truly was at the time, despite believing she understood the world around her.

“The fact that I was 18, even though I’d lived such a huge life and I thought I was oh so mature at 18… scientifically, your frontal lobes don’t develop until we’re what, 25, 26?” she said. “So even though I felt like I could make healthy decisions, safe decisions, I wasn’t capable of being fully aware of what was going on around me.”

The actress explained that the person who brought her into the situation was someone she trusted deeply at the time.

Hayden Panettiere Says Trusted Friend Betrayed Her

According to Panettiere, the individual who arranged the meeting was someone she viewed as a “protector.” She said that trust made the experience even more devastating.

The actress claimed the friend “physically put me in the bed next to this undressed man who was very famous.”

She recalled being led downstairs into a smaller room before being placed in bed beside the unidentified celebrity. Panettiere said the older man behaved “like this was just an average day for him.”

That realization immediately triggered panic.

Panettiere described becoming “ferocious” as she processed what was happening around her.

“That lion in me, that fire in me… my hair stood on end…” she recalled.

The actress said she instantly knew she needed to escape the situation.

She added, “I was like, ‘This is not happening’” before running out of the room and trying to hide.

Fame Came Fast For The Young Actress

Hayden Panettiere admitted that the terrifying moment made her realize how powerless she felt at the time. Because the incident happened aboard a boat, she said there was no easy way to remove herself from the situation entirely.

“There was no jumping off and swimming away,” she explained. “And there was nobody who was going to be empathetic to my situation. I realized that this was nothing new to them.”

The actress rose to fame in 2006 after landing the role of Claire Bennet in “Heroes” at just 17 years old. Her portrayal of the cheerleader with regenerative powers quickly turned her into one of television’s biggest young stars.

Now 36, Panettiere is revisiting some of the darkest moments from her early years in Hollywood as she shares her story publicly for the first time.

Hilary Duff may have landed the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2026, but the actress and singer made one thing clear from the start. She wasn’t doing bikinis. The 38-year-old mother of four recently opened up about setting boundaries for the shoot and why feeling comfortable in her own skin mattered more than baring it all.

During an appearance on “Not Gonna Lie” with Kylie Kelce, Duff reflected on her early conversations with the Sports Illustrated team and revealed she had one major request. “It was great to have conversations with them and be like, ‘Hey, I’m not going to wear a bikini,’” Duff explained.

The former Disney Channel star said motherhood played a big role in how she approached the shoot. “Like, I have had four kids. I feel comfortable showing this. I don’t feel comfortable showing this,” she continued, adding that the magazine team was immediately understanding. “And they’re like, ‘Got it. Got it. Got it.’”

Duff Admits Her First Reaction Was Panic

While the cover ultimately became a confidence boost, Duff admitted her first reaction to the opportunity was far less glamorous. The actress said she found out she landed the cover while driving to pick up her kids from school, and instantly began second-guessing herself. “My first reaction was like, ‘Sh-t. I thought I’d get in, like, rip-roaring shape,’” Duff admitted. “And I’m also like, I’m not a model. I’m 5’2. I’ve had four kids.”

What ultimately eased her nerves, however, was the environment on set. According to Duff, the shoot was largely female-led, and she was surrounded by a trusted glam team that helped her feel comfortable throughout the experience. “The editor-in-chief is incredible. The photographer was who I wanted. It got to be my whole styling team, my hair and makeup,” she said. “They wanted me to feel my best.”

Hilary Duff Says Motherhood Changed How She Sees Her Body

Duff posed for the cover in a plunging white one-piece swimsuit while shooting in South Caicos for photographer Kat Irlin. Though the shoot was fast-paced, taking place during a whirlwind one-day trip on the night of the Super Bowl, Duff described the experience as freeing.

“My body’s worked really hard for me and produced an entire family,” she said, before also admitting that each pregnancy has helped her find more peace with the physical changes that come with motherhood, saying she’s found “a little bit more ease” in the process.

Duff shares the 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover alongside Alix Earle, Tiffany Haddish, and Nicole Williams English.

Duff Is Also Entering A New Era Of Music

The Sports Illustrated milestone comes during a major comeback year for Duff. Earlier this year, the actress released her sixth studio album, “Luck … Or Something,” marking her first new album in more than a decade.

Next month, Duff is set to launch her global “The Lucky Me Tour,” where fans can expect a mix of nostalgic favorites and brand-new tracks. “I’m so excited for the scale to change,” Duff told PEOPLE. “There is something so sweet about getting to see everyone’s face, and being so intimate and close with everyone, and it was really a great way for me to start and build confidence.”

She continued, “But I just feel like I know what I’m doing and kind of got my reps in. Now I’m ready for more. I’m ready for my set list to change. I’m ready to surprise people with some of the songs that I’m going to be singing and my new music.”

Hilary Duff Says Her Old Hits Still Mean Everything To Fans

During her “Small Rooms, Big Nerves” tour, Duff performed fan-favorite hits like “Wake Up,” “So Yesterday,” “With Love,” “Why Not,” and “Come Clean.” She also performed “What Dreams Are Made of” from “The Lizzie McGuire Movie” live for the first time.

“What’s been so fun about the live shows is realizing how much the old songs mean to people,” Duff said. “A lot of those songs just live rent-free in my head, so it’ll be nice for the other music to catch up and join the mix.”

Bold and the Beautiful recently saw Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) manipulate her mom into trying to steal Steffy Forrester‘s (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) job. And it turned out to be a big old bust. Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) backed right down when Steffy pushed back on him. And very soon, Hope finds out that her big move failed. But she is not going to stop there.

So, we’re going to talk about an upcoming confrontation between Steffy and Hope. It could change everything at both Forrester Creations and Logan. Now, let’s talk about an upcoming tantrum from Hope.

Brooke Backed Down Surprisingly Well on Bold and the Beautiful

This week, after Ridge reported back to Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) that he couldn’t get Steffy to step aside. And he doesn’t think it’s fair to push. Because she’s done such a good job, surprisingly, Brooke just backed down immediately. She took the bad news from Ridge that she wasn’t going to be co-CEO surprisingly well. So well, in fact, that I am now wondering if Brooke even ever wanted to be co-CEO in the first place.

She might have been running a two-stage manipulation on Ridge because Brooke‘s no dummy and she’s been playing him like a fiddle for decades. So, after Ridge told Brooke that Steffy is an excellent co-CEO. And it wouldn’t be fair to kick her out when she’s done nothing to deserve it, Brooke started to tear up.

My question is, are these crocodile tears? Because at that point, Ridge felt bad. But Brooke said no. She was crying for Ridge. Because she hates that she put him in such a terrible position. I mean, come on. And then Brooke admitted that she’s fine with not being co-CEO. She doesn’t need a title.

Brooke May Have Had a Secret Strategy on B&B

So, it could be if this is a multi-stage effort, that stage one was asking Ridge to make her co-CEO, which was kind of an insane over-the-top ask. Brooke had to know that there was no way Steffy would ever step aside and just hand her job to her stepmom.

So now we’re seeing stage two. Brooke agreed with Ridge and then asked him to intervene with Steffy to get Hope for the Future reactivated. And at that point since Brooke backed down so graciously, of course, Ridge had to agree to try. Plus, Brooke locked in stage two, I think, by sending Steffy that very nice text saying she’s a great co-CEO and nobody does it better.

This is honestly a great negotiating tactic by Brooke. She asked for something so big that it was absolutely impossible for Ridge to deliver it. And then Brooke asked for what she really wanted, Hope for the Future, to be reinstated for her daughter, Hope. And that seems now like a much more reasonable request. Because the co-CEO thing was way out of line.

Steffy is On to Brooke’s Manipulation

But the thing is I think Steffy’s on to Brooke and she already told Finn she felt like this was all manipulative. Steffy suspects that Hope had a heavy hand in this and she is right. And this week Steffy is in the CEO office and she’s talking to Brooke and Ridge who are standing side by side facing her and I’m sure Hope’s line is the topic of discussion. The thing is, nothing has changed. Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor), Steffy, and Ridge all agreed to focus on Eric Forrester‘s (John McCook) upcoming couture collection.

That is why Hope’s line was shelved. That part was not personal. The personal part came in when Steffy got tired of Hope calling her decision into question and fighting her on it. When the executive team was all in agreement, that’s when Steffy kind of snapped and laughed in Hope’s face.

And I don’t think it would have gone that far if Steffy didn’t have Hope continuously pecking at her. I’m certain that Ridge and Brooke are going to talk to Steffy about Hope for the Future. And she may even ask Brooke whose idea it was for her to reach for the co-CEO seat. And if Steffy asks, I am wondering if Brooke would admit that Hope inspired her to think about it.

Brooke’s Gesture Impressed Steffy on Bold

And we saw that Steffy was touched by Brooke’s sweet text. But it may get her wheels turning and Steffy may feel like Brooke is now trying to work both her and Ridge to get what Hope wants basically without a lot of regard for the bottom line at Forrester Creations. I think Steffy may realize that Brooke’s ultimate goal wasn’t even to ever get the co-CEO job. But to give Hope what she wants.

And I think Brooke wanted to appease Hope. And it’s understandable that Brooke wants to make her daughter happy. But at what cost? Forrester Creations is a fairly smallish company. There’s not a bottomless budget or manpower to do everything all at once. And Brooke agreed with them. Eric agreed. Ridge, Carter and Steffy all agreed that they need to hustle out an Eric Forrester couture line to try and make the fashion press forget about his work over at Logan.

Steffy Has to Deal with Another Hope Tantrum on B&B

So, I expect that Steffy’s going to thank Brooke for her kind message, offer her some additional chances to go out and be the face of Forrester Creations, raise her profile that way. But I think she’s going to have to remind Ridge and Brooke both that Eric’s collection has to be the focus, which they all already agreed on. And, you know, Steffy may say once that’s locked down and we do this, then we’ll revisit Hope’s line again at that point. And really, what can Brooke say to that?

Nothing has changed for Forrester Creations other than Hope stomping her feet and trying to make something happen. By the end of this week, Steffy’s got to deal with another tantrum from Hope, who I’m sure is going to try and say Steffy is attacking her personally by pausing Hope for the Future temporarily.

Brooke Tells Hope What She Doesn’t Want to Hear

I can see Brooke then telling Hope that she agrees with Steffy and Ridge and the others for business reasons and Brooke may advise Hope to be patient and that her line will definitely be reactivated just not right this moment. And I can imagine if Brooke tells her this that Hope would have zero chill and would come in hot at Steffy and say a bunch of things.

It’s like Hope has forgotten that she’s a paycheck earner and not an owner at Forrester Creations. Most employees don’t come in and start laying into their boss that way, questioning them, nagging them relentlessly the way that she does. Steffy, in most companies, Hope would have already been fired, especially after she pulled a coup, was fired, and then actually got her job back.

You’d think she’d be on better behavior. She’s not. Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Friday say that after Hope demands answers from Steffy that Hope’s career at Forrester Creations hangs in the balance. She might even tell Steffy that Brooke deserves to be co-CEO and that Steffy should have been demoted. You know, yada yada yada, provoking her. I think Hope may push too far and Steffy may literally remind her who’s boss.

Hope May Walk Out and Go to Logan on Bold

I think it would be really interesting if Steffy showed Hope the text from her mom, Brooke, saying, “What a great job Steffy’s done.” Because I think that would stun Hope and anger her. And something obviously has to push her to the very brink for her to either annoy Steffy into firing her or for her to walk away. What I’d like to see happen is for Hope to follow through on her snarky comments and her veiled threats to go and she just quits and marches over to Logan.

Obviously, Katie Logan (Heather Tom) worried about Brooke being upset and so is Hope. But if she sees the text Brooke sent to Steffy, then Hope might feel like she’s got nobody on her side at Forrester Creations and that Brooke’s not even there fighting for her and that could be the catalyst to get Hope to walk out.

It’s definitely what Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton) wants and Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) and Katie would be absolutely thrilled. And if Hope tells them that Brooke is now on team Steffy and Ridge, then I think Katie would embrace the chance to work with Hope whether Brooke likes it or not.

We’ll see what happens. But I definitely feel like Hope is going to throw a career changing tantrum that Steffy will not tolerate after Brooke’s two-pronged plan fails to deliver what Hope wants. And I can’t wait to see it. May Sweeps ends this Wednesday, May 20th. But the big fireworks may not come until the end of the week when Steffy and Hope have that major showdown, and I’m here for it.