Hilaria Baldwin, media personality and wife of actor Alec Baldwin, has been a pop culture fixture thanks to appearances on shows like “Dancing with the Stars” and her career as a yoga expert. However, the 42-year-old recently opened up about her decades-long battle with various eating disorders, admitting she experimented with multiple extreme ways to lose weight.

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Baldwin appeared on “Page Six Radio” in July 2026 to promote her new show, “Nation’s Dumbest.” While on the program, the topic of eating disorders came up, with the “Dancing with the Stars” alum admitting that she had a 20-year battle with various extreme eating habits.

She shared, “I had a really bad eating disorder for 20 years, and I realized that I just didn’t know when I was hungry and when I was full. I did all of it. I did anorexia, I did bulimia, I did overeating, I did undereating.” When discussing how bad things became, Baldwin mentioned not being able to go to restaurants with loved ones and also being “afraid of how many calories might be in toothpaste.” 

Regarding healing from the way she viewed dieting, Baldwin recalled saying to herself, “I don’t want to live this way; I’m miserable. I can’t have good relationships, I can’t have good friendships, I can’t eat out to dinner with people. It’s just so, so, so stressful.”

The Reality Star Says She Started Dieting Early

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As the interview continued, the hosts asked Baldwin if she had tried to conceal her battle with eating disorders. According to her, “When I was younger, yeah. I started dieting when I was five.” From there, the mom of seven reflected on how she once saw herself in regard to body image.

She said, “I look back, and I looked fine. But I thought I was a whale [back then]. I just thought there was something broken inside of me.” Baldwin also discussed her kids and how she “didn’t want to pass” her struggles with food onto them.

She added, “What I try to do with my kids is empower them, talk about strength, talk about, ‘How does the food make you feel?’” Baldwin also says she doesn’t “shame” her kids for wanting snacks such as chips.

Hilaria Previously Opened Up About Suffering From An Eating Disorder

Baldwin first opened up about her experience with various eating disorders in her 2016 book, “The Living Clearly Method.” Two years later, the yoga expert took to her official Instagram account to share an unretouched bikini photo of herself with one of her children.

She said in the caption, “In my book, ‘The Living Clearly Method,’ I opened up about growing up with an eating disorder. I turned to yoga, health, and wellness to heal my body and my mind.”

Baldwin then reflected on motherhood, saying, “I think back to my old self and how much I would have struggled with gaining weight during pregnancy and being patient with healthfully losing it. I’m so happy I can be a strong and happy mommy now, completely accepting of my body.”

According to PEOPLE, she shared further thoughts on the topic of eating disorders via her Instagram Stories. She said, “Eating disorders are founded in realty [sic]. Those of us who have struggled or who are still struggling use eating, not eating, bulimia, etc. as coping for when we feel ungrounded or out of control.”

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Baldwin continued, “I have found that being healthy is about not focusing on weight and rather on how I feel, how strong I am, and how healthy I am. Weight and how you look are side effects. Not the main focus. When I started focusing on health, my obsession with weight went away. They should not be confused.”

‘Nation’s Dumbest’ Premiered Recently

Fox’s newest celebrity competition series, “Nation’s Dumbest,” premiered on July 15, with comedian Jake Whithall serving as the show’s host. The new Fox series features various celebrities competing in games to test their smarts, with the goal of not winning the show.

In additon to Baldwin, “Nation’s Dumbest” stars Carmen Electra, ICE-T, Anthony Michael Hall, Jon Heder, JoJo Siwa, and more.

Hilaria Isn’t Saying ‘No’ To ‘Housewives’

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In additon to her “Page Six Radio” interview, Baldwin also appeared on the outlet’s “Virtual Reali-Tea” podcast in July 2026. During the interview, she was asked if she would ever consider joining “Real Housewives.” This comes after Andy Cohen stated that he approached her about joining “The Real Housewives of New York City.”

According to her, “I never say no to possibilities.” After that, she tilted her head, saying, “Who knows where this little life is going to go next?”

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The fantasy genre is among the most popular and enduring in literature. Few things amaze us more than fantastical worlds full of magic, danger, mysticism, and valerous characters on larger-than-life quests. Indeed, there’s no shortage of great fantasy stories, going back to the early days of classical literature, all the way to today. However, a great book stands out from a mere good one from the very beginning — in fact, it does so from the opening line.

In the last decade, no fantasy book has a better opening line than Mark Lawrence’s 2017 science-fantasy Red Sister. The first entry in the Book of the Ancestor trilogy, Red Sister is among the best entries in the genre of the last decade, yet it doesn’t have nearly half the recognition it deserves. It’s only a matter of time, though, as any reader will undoubtedly be hooked in the action from the first line, a pretty killer sentence that’s as witty as it is striking. The rest of the book is equally impressive, but coming up with a great opening line for a book is an art in and of itself, and Red Sister is the prime example.

What Is ‘Red Sister’ About?

Red Sister is part of the larger Book of the Ancestor trilogy, and it has some of the best worldbuilding in fantasy. The action is set on the planet Abeth, home to four types of people: hunska, gifted with superspeed; gerant, gifted with superstrength; marjal, who can do elemental magic; and quantal, who can perform even more powerful magic. The planet is almost fully frozen, thanks to its dying red sun. The man-made moon reflects what little sunlight remains to the Corridor, a narrow strip of land that circles the entire globe. The Corridor is populated by several kingdoms, each one vying for control.

Our protagonist is Nona Grey, a peasant with hunska blood purchased as a slave by a trader. Following an incident where she attacks a nobleman, Nona escapes execution thanks to the intervention of Abbess Glass of the Sweet Mercy Convent, who recognizes her abilities and invites her to become a novice. At Sweet Mercy, Nona trains alongside other novices, stumbling upon a plot to steal a powerful item from the convent, all while the nobleman’s family brews a revenge plot against her. A frame story set in the future follows an adult Nona and her companion, Sister Thorn, as they fight another threat.

Lawrence, perhaps best known for writing the acclaimed fantasy trilogy, The Broken Empire, cleverly subverts expectations and traditional tropes with Red Sister. The book operates on a structure of deception, with an unreliable narrator and multiple other characters acting out of self-interest and self-preservation. Without entering into spoiler territory, it’s safe to say Red Sister is not a traditional “Chosen One” story. It has all the classic elements of a great fantasy narrative — prophecies, magic, political stakes, and multiple factions operating at once — but the main action is defined by misdirections, false expectations, and a sense of perpetual danger that ultimately shapes the whole thing.

The Opening Line of ‘Red Sister’ Instantly Hooks You

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“It is important, when killing a nun, to ensure that you bring an army of sufficient size.” Those are the opening words of Red Sister, and it’s hard to imagine a more effective, creative, or memorable way to start your story. In fewer than 20 words, Lawrence has already established the nuns of this world as formidable opponents capable of claiming victories against numerous enemies. There’s also a humorous quality to the sentence that makes it all the more engaging, a morbid irony that spells doom for both parties. Lastly, it sets up what will undoubtedly be a bloody conflict without the need for exposition or info dumps; it’s incredibly economical writing on Lawrence’s part, and the fact that he makes it seem so easy is nothing short of impressive.

All these ideas are perfectly conveyed by the next sentence: “For Sister Thorn of the Sweet Mercy convent, Lano Tacsis brought two hundred men.” Now, we have a clear protagonist, Sister Thorn, and a clear antagonist, Lano Tacsis. Of course, we don’t exactly know who these characters are — and we won’t know for quite a while longer — but the opening lines are no less effective. They have instantly hooked us in the action, immersing us in Sister Thorn’s plight from the get-go without doing an ounce of character work beyond offering us her name and her profession. From there, Red Sister throws us directly into Abeth’s chaos. It jumps back and forth in time via flashforwards and flashbacks, all while keeping the narrative drive going.

‘Red Sister’ Is a Terrific Start to a Great Trilogy

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Red Sister is a near-perfect fantasy story set in a grimdark world that stands out thanks to its all-female cast and fascinating exploration of familiar themes like corruption, maturing and self-discovering oneself, and the inevitability of fate. Lawrence’s writing is assured and ambitious, setting up plot points here that don’t get a proper payoff until the third book, Holy Sister. In that way, Red Sister rewards patience and commitment, which makes it a challenging but rewarding read. Lawrence’s writing is grim but filled with hope (which can, again, be felt from the opening line), crafting a tale that will undoubtedly resonate with many a fantasy lover.

Joe Amabile is refusing to let an unexpected health crisis stop him from looking toward the future. The “Bachelor in Paradise” alum revealed that he has been accepted into the 2026 New York City Marathon, even as he prepares to undergo brain surgery next week for what doctors believe could be an early-stage tumor. While Joe Amabile has not committed to running the race, sharing the acceptance appeared to signal his determination to remain hopeful amid an emotional and uncertain period.

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Amabile posted a screenshot of his marathon acceptance through his Instagram Stories on Tuesday, July 28. “We’ll see,” the 40-year-old wrote alongside the image, adding a crossed-fingers emoji.

The 2026 TCS New York City Marathon is scheduled for November 1. That would give Amabile approximately three months between his planned surgery and the 26.2-mile race. However, his brief message made it clear that his participation remains uncertain as he focuses on his upcoming procedure and recovery.

The hopeful update arrived weeks after the reality television personality disclosed that doctors had discovered a lesion in his brain during a preventative full-body scan.

Doctors Discovered A ‘Blueberry Size Lesion’ In His Brain

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Amabile explained that the lesion was unexpectedly detected after he underwent a Prenuvo scan. “So a little medical update. I didn’t share my Prenuvo results because they ended up finding a lesion in my brain, so then I had to go get a brain MRI, and there was a blueberry-sized lesion in my brain that looks to be a glioma, which is a tumor,” he said in an Instagram video.

The reality star initially stated that the surgery would happen the following week before correcting the timeline with text placed over the video. “So I now need to get brain surgery next week to get it removed and get it tested,” Amabile continued, while the added message read, “(Surgery is in two weeks … my bad).”

The procedure will allow doctors to remove and test the lesion. Amabile stressed that the process remained in its early stages and expressed hope that surgeons would be able to remove it entirely. “And then we’re going to go from there,” he shared. “So it’s been a wild couple weeks. I definitely wasn’t expecting this. I think it’s one of those things where you’re like, ‘Oh, something like this will never happen to me.’ And here I am.”

The ‘Bachelor In Paradise’ Alum Prepares For A Craniotomy

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Amabile later provided further details about his diagnosis and the procedure he is expected to undergo at Memorial Sloan Kettering. “After multiple scans and MRIs, I have what looks to be an early-stage brain tumor,” he captioned his video. “In two weeks I’ll be undergoing a craniotomy to have it removed, yeah brain surgery, @memorialsloankettering.”

Despite the frightening discovery, the former “Bachelorette” contestant said he was working to maintain a positive outlook with help from the people closest to him. “I’m doing my best to stay positive during this time and am lucky to have a lot of support from family and friends,” he wrote.

Amabile admitted that he initially struggled with whether he wanted to discuss the situation publicly. He ultimately decided that hiding such a significant development from his followers no longer felt necessary. “I’ve gone back and forth about what I wanted to share on social media but ultimately this is now part of my life now, so might as well,” he explained. “Onto a new journey.”

Joe Amabile Says Waiting For Surgery Has Been ‘Tough’

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Amabile’s procedure had originally been scheduled for Tuesday, but switching hospitals resulted in it being delayed by one week. The postponement created another emotional challenge for Amabile, who acknowledged feeling caught between wanting the surgery completed and recognizing the seriousness of the operation.

“Alright so today was supposed to be my original, was my original, surgery date. But when I switched hospitals, I got pushed back a week,” he said in a subsequent Instagram video. “The waiting game has been, it’s been tough. It’s been tricky.”

He continued, “Because like, on one hand, I’m like, ‘Alright let’s get this over.’ On the other hand, I’m telling myself, ‘Why are you rushing to have brain surgery?’ Type of thing. So yeah, little update. Surgery is next week.”

Amabile further addressed the delay in the video’s caption. “I’m someone who likes to just rip the band-aid off, so the waiting game has been tough, to say the least,” he wrote. “A lot of ups and downs, but I’m almost there… Surgery is next week.”

Serena Pitt And Bachelor Nation Rally Around Joe Amabile

Amabile’s wife, Serena Pitt, immediately made it clear that he would not face the difficult journey alone. “You’re so strong, and we’re going to get through this together. I love you,” she wrote.

Numerous members of Bachelor Nation and other reality television stars also filled the comment section with messages of encouragement. “Love you brother. You got this and we’ve got you!” Wells Adams commented.

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Former “Bachelor” lead Joey Graziadei shared his hopes that the two could reunite after Amabile’s recovery. “Sending all the love and support brother, can’t wait to play a round of golf when you’re all better,” Graziadei wrote.

For now, Amabile remains focused on making it through surgery. However, his marathon acceptance gives him another potential milestone to pursue once he reaches the other side of his recovery.

One of the advantages of streaming is that you can always go back to a show and watch it, even years later. It’s always “on,” meaning it’s available to stream 24/7. But this isn’t necessarily actually the case. Netflix, like other streamers, licenses non-original shows for streaming, and eventually, those licenses expire, and the show is removed. Meanwhile, even some Netflix originals are removed from the service from time to time.

This means you might find that one day a show you bookmarked ages ago has suddenly disappeared. Consider, for example, that Dexter was removed from Netflix in the U.S. in 2025 and left Netflix in other countries in 2026. In July 2026, Netflix removed Between, a short-lived co-production with Canada that originally streamed a decade ago. Gilmore Girls also recently left the streamer, along with classics like The Bernie Mac Show and Prime Video original series Sneaky Pete. Lots more shows are leaving soon, so make sure to watch them before they’re gone.

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‘Home Improvement’ (1991–1999)

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This classic ’90s sitcom will be leaving Netflix on August 1. Home Improvement stars Tim Allen as the grunting handyman dad who spends his days on his fictional home improvement show Tool Time and his nights with his wife and three sons. It’s a traditional heartwarming sitcom that highlights family, parenting, and all its challenges, told through a humorous lens, as per Allen’s signature style.

The highlights of every episode are Tim (Allen) and his interactions with his sons, as well as the advice he gets from his wise neighbor Wilson (the late Earl Hindman), whose face is never seen above their backyard fence. The show is relatable, nostalgic, and cleverly written, with plenty of jokes to keep you laughing all the way through.

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‘The Game’ (2006–2015)

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Only the first three of nine seasons of The Game have been streaming on Netflix, but they will be leaving the streamer on August 15. The comedy drama is a spin-off of Girlfriends that originally aired on The CW, after which it was cancelled, then revived for BET. There was also a revival that aired for two more seasons on Paramount+. The show centers around Melanie Barnett (Tia Mowry), a medical student who abandons her studies to move to San Diego with her boyfriend Derwin (Pooch Hall), who is pursuing his rookie football career. While there, she meets other women who help her balance her medical education with her boyfriend’s rising sports stardom.

Fans love the focus on strong female characters in The Game, along with how it portrays complicated relationship dynamics. Sharp, witty, and tackling serious topical issues in later seasons like mental health and the pressures of fame, The Game is one of those underrated series you probably haven’t even heard of. But if it sounds like it’s up your alley, watch now before it’s gone. Along with the talented cast, the special guest appearance cast list is huge, too, including names like Tichina Arnold, Rob Base, Morris Chestnut, Terry Crews, Cuba Gooding Jr., Tiffany Haddish, Jason Momoa, and more.

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‘Better Than Us’ (2018)

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If you’re looking for a hidden sci-fi gem, Better Than Us is Netflix’s first Russian original show. With dialogue in Russian (you can watch with subtitles or dubbing), it tells the story of Arisa (Paulina Andreeva), an advanced android who exists in the future year 2029, at a time when androids live alongside humans. When Arisa accidentally kills a man who tries to use her as a sex robot, she goes on the run. If the leaders discover that she went against Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics, it will be the end of her.

It’s easy to see how Better Than Us is so relevant, showcasing a future world that isn’t so far off from today, both in date and in the rise of humanoid AI robots doing menial jobs. The story takes a more touching turn when Arisa meets a young girl named Sonya (Vita Kornienko) and acts as her guardian, protecting her and becoming part of a family. The 16-episode season is worth a watch before it’s gone on August 16. You get a clever mix of fast-paced, futuristic thriller with family drama, which makes Better Than Us oddly relatable, too.

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‘The Venture Bros.’ (2003–2018)

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If you have been meaning to watch this highly rated adult animated action-adventure series, check out The Venture Bros. before August 16, as that is when it will reportedly be removed from Netflix. The show, which originally premiered on Adult Swim, follows the Venture family, led by their scientist father, as they go on all their adventures. From the world-building to the blending of comedy and drama, The Venture Bros. has been a hit since it debuted.

With seven seasons under its belt, the series ties traditional superhero and supervillain stories with the boy adventurer satire of the 1960s. You get a subversive story with compelling characters and plots that intentionally lean into tropes. While The Venture Bros. starts and ends as a satire, the character development and unique narrative sometimes make you forget that’s the intent.

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‘Fear the Walking Dead’ (2015–2023)

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It’s possible that an extension deal can be made with AMC before the license for Fear the Walking Dead expires on August 19, but if not, that’s the day that all eight seasons will no longer be available to binge. So, if you stopped halfway through and have been meaning to catch up, now is the time. The post-apocalyptic horror drama is the longest-running The Walking Dead spin-off, existing in the same world but telling the story from a different perspective and location.

You get to see the onset of the outbreak for the first time in this must-watch zombie show, something The Walking Dead skipped over by only beginning when Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln) woke up from his coma. There’s the stunning backdrop of Los Angeles and eventually Mexico, and a different mix of characters, even some crossover ones in later seasons. While Fear the Walking Dead admittedly lost its way in the final seasons (I’d recommend even skipping the final season altogether), its first seasons tell a strong story with characters you will adore, like Colman Domingo‘s Victor Strand, and ones you’ll mourn as they depart one by one.

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‘Under Fire’ (2021–2024)

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One of the rare Netflix originals that will be removed from streaming, the Belgian drama Under Fire will no longer be available to stream starting August 24. The story follows a team of firefighters and their daily work saving people in danger while also dealing with their own internal conflicts. At the heart of the story is the risk of the fire station being closed following a fatal error.

Under Fire doesn’t offer anything markedly different from other dramas that focus on first responders, but if you’re looking for something with a perspective from another country, it might scratch an itch while you wait for your favorite American procedural shows to return or new episodes to come out.

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‘Undercover Law’ (2018)

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You have until August 31 to binge the extra-long first and only season of this Colombian drama about a group of women who form their own special police force to infiltrate the local drug cartels. What makes Undercover Law, called La ley secreta in its native language, especially compelling is that it’s inspired by a real story about a police intelligence unit in Colombia made up entirely of women.

Undercover Law follows these women as they manage their double lives, working as wives, mothers, and caretakers while also keeping their dangerous jobs a secret from the people they love. The high-stakes action is gripping and exciting in this Netflix show no one remembers today. If you’re looking for a good female-led series, Undercover Law is a worthwhile watch.

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‘A Discovery of Witches’ (2018–2022)

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Another show with the potential for renewal, if that doesn’t happen, A Discovery of Witches will be leaving Netflix on August 19. The British fantasy series is based on Deborah Harkness‘ All Souls Trilogy and centers around Diana Bishop (Teresa Palmer), a historian and witch who reluctantly heads back into the world of magic. She gets help from Matthew Clairmont (Matthew Goode), a biochemist and vampire.

The series is smart, romantic, and brings you into a wonderful world of magic, monsters, and fantasy. You see witches, vampires, and demons living among humans. The plot weaves in historical themes, science, and political tensions as various factions come together to fight evil forces.

Rebecca Luna‘s daughter, Maya Findlay, is addressing the TikTok personality’s death by medical aid following a battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease.

“Homesick for my mom who will never exist in this lifetime again,” Findlay wrote in a Sunday, July 26, TikTok video.

The clip included a screen recording of a FaceTime call between Findlay and her late mother. Viewers could see Luna conversing with her grandchildren as the song “Sand Drawing” by Judah Earl played in the background.

“I miss my mom in a way that feels like homesickness. Like I just want to go home, but home was her🐞🤍,” Findlay added in the caption.

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Luna died on Saturday, July 25, at age 49.

“Rebecca passed away July 25th at approximately 1:15 p.m. surrounded by her loved ones,” a post read via TikTok at the time. “Thank you for your support and privacy.”

Prior to her death, Luna was diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease last year.

“I am in the very early stages of a diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer’s. I am 48 years old. It feels really weird and vulnerable to put myself out there right now like this. But since I’ve been exploring this with my neurologist, I realized there’s not a lot of resources out there for young people facing this terrible disease,” she said in an April 2025 TikTok video, adding that she has “been able to connect with a few people” but felt like the disease was “isolating.”

Luna’s condition deteriorated quicker than expected, prompting the influencer to announce her wish to use medical aid in dying (MAID) to end her life. (According to the National Library of Medicine, MAID is a practice in which a physician provides a patient suffering from a terminal illness with a prescription for a lethal drug dose, allowing them a purposeful and peaceful death.)

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“Hi, as a lot of you know I was diagnosed at age 48 with Young Onset Alzheimer’s. I’m 49 and I will be accessing MAID as my decline has come faster than I had hoped,” Luna wrote via GoFundMe. “I’ve been a single mama (proudly) all my life so my lovely followers suggested I do a go fund me for the end of life expenses so I don’t leave my loved ones behind with that responsibility [on top] of their own grief. All blessings and well wishes are warmly appreciated and I love you all. I couldn’t have come this far without you.”

Luna shared in her final TikTok video, uploaded on July 22, that she had moved her MAID date to Friday, July 24.

“Prior to the dates changing for the last year and a half has been legally and medically not my choice, OK? But for the last two weeks I’ve been making the decision,” Luna said in the video. “And it’s a hard decision to make, I have to tell you, because I’m living in a body that doesn’t feel comfortable, safe, good, nothing. It feels terrible. And so the idea of waiting two weeks felt like too much.”

Mare of Easttown premiered on HBO five years ago, but it is still being lauded as one of the best limited series in recent memory. It won four Emmys (and was nominated for a total of 16), including awards for Kate Winslet and Julianne Nicholson. Their performances (along with stellar turns from Evan Peters and Jean Smart) helped create an intense and realistic portrayal of a town and a family torn apart by the recent murder of a young woman in a suburb of Philadelphia. The series is a thrilling mystery, yet also serves as an honest look at how grief and trauma can have a ripple effect on entire communities.

Apple TV’s Lady in the Lake is similar to Mare of Easttown in that both center around a young woman who is found murdered, although Lady in the Lake is loosely based on real-life events. Each of these deaths sparks a feverish investigation and provides a catalyst for the main characters to reevaluate their lives. Both shows also lean on impressive cinematography and striking imagery to convey the story of individuals who have been heavily impacted by crime and violence. Although Lady in the Lake often uses dream sequences and symbolism to express the journeys of the characters, both dramas have the same dark yet engrossing themes that make for an exciting and fulfilling viewing experience.

Tragic Acts of Violence Are the Focus of ‘Lady in the Lake’

Like Mare of Easttown, Lady in the Lake (which was based on a bestselling novel) picks up with the disappearance and murder of a young girl, this time in 1960s Baltimore. The event has a major effect on Maddie Schwartz (Natalie Portman), who views it as a way to escape her own predictable and stifled life. She decides to leave her husband and teenage son and strike out on her own, earning a position at a local newspaper where she is determined to report on the case. In the process, Maddie becomes obsessed with another murder: that of Cleo Johnson (Moses Ingram), a young Black woman whose body is found at the top of a fountain in the lake (thus earning her the nickname of the ‘Lady in the Lake’). These two unrelated acts of violence serve as a common thread throughout the series. The way the stories of the two victims are told (and the different responses their deaths receive) is a representation of racism and misogyny in society, and the fallout from these crimes creates a sustained tension for the entire series.

Aside from the painful effects of violence, one of the most heart-wrenching themes of both Mare of Easttown and Lady in the Lake is the challenges of motherhood. Just as Mare constantly feels like she’s not living up to her own standards of what a “good” mother should be, the main characters in Lady in the Lake also struggle with these same high expectations. Maddie feels she’s failing her son by not reaching her own potential, while Cleo works tirelessly to provide a better life for her two sons but constantly feels like her efforts are in vain. She’s enmeshed in the criminal underworld because that’s the only place she can get work, and because of her finances and her face, she’s unable to provide the best medical care for her younger son, who has sickle cell disease. Both mothers love their children immensely, but can’t seem to get past the obstacles that the world keeps placing in front of them.

Apple TV’s ‘Lady in the Lake’ Features an Incredible Cast

Just like Mare of Easttown, Lady in the Lake boasts two extremely talented actors in the lead roles. Portman, an Oscar winner for Black Swan, is known for playing intense and determined characters. As Maddie, she conveys a wild passion that often leads to her making poor choices and putting herself in danger. She goes to visit a suspected murderer in jail and starts up an affair with a police officer, but her ambition and her desire to pursue what she wants often blind her to the precariousness of her situation. She’s also fiercely committed to carving out a path for herself, which wasn’t always the norm for women in that time period, and Portman portrays this effectively with a steely focus and drive.

Cleo serves as Maddie’s foil; she has the same perseverance that Maddie does, but life is much harsher towards her, and she never benefits the way Maddie does as a result of her whiteness and her wealth. Ingram, an Emmy nominee for The Queen’s Gambit, depicts Cleo with tragic vulnerability and hopelessness; as hard as Cleo fights for her and her sons’ future, it’s like she already seems to know that her heartbreaking fate is sealed.

It’s not just Portman and Ingram who shine in Lady in the Lake. The series also features several strong supporting characters who help to create a more authentic and realistic world. Maddie’s boyfriend, Ferdie, is played by Y’lan Noel, another character who seems destined for tragedy, even as he tries his best to follow his heart. Noel portrays him with a softness, yet also a quiet strength, which adds heightened emotions to Maddie’s interactions with him. Another standout is Josiah Cross, who plays Reggie Robinson, a right-hand man to Cleo’s boss, Shell Gordon (Wood Harris). Reggie is directly tied to Cleo’s death, so the flashback scenes with him contain an eerie foreshadowing of what his character will be involved in.

Similar to Mare of Easttown, Lady in the Lake was billed as a limited series, but it’s unclear whether more episodes could be in store; HBO has frequently faced the question of whether Mare of Easttown Season 2 will become a reality, but has already confirmed one crossover thanks to Nicholson’s casting in the upcoming return of HBO’s Task. Regardless of whether there are any more episodes to dig into going forward, Lady in the Lake is a captivating series to binge all on its own, thanks to its dark themes and intense performances.

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Lady in the Lake

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2024 – 2024-00-00

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Alma Har’el

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It’s time for theBig Brother veto comp results for Week 3 after HOH Kamuela “Kamu” Kirk nominated Mallory Aurichio, Lyric Medeiros and LaTrice “Lala” Verrett, with a stated target of backdooring Jason de Puy after the veto.

Big Brother 28: Pranks and Pillows

So, Friday night, Drew Campbell pranked Kamu by stripping down to small shorts and put a pillow on his crotch so he looked naked. Then, Drew struck a sexy pose on the HOH bed. He was waiting in the bed.

And when Kamu walked in from the bathroom after his shower, Drew gave a sexy look and said ‘sup – but of course they cut off the feeds. So that scene may be earmarked for an upcoming CBS episode.

Taylor Brown asked Haley Thogmartin a question that’s on everyone’s minds about the veto player draw. Taylor asked how do we know all the names are in there? How do we know, indeed? It’d be nice to see them get to look them over before they shuffle and draw.

Haley said if it was a digital image, she wouldn’t trust it. Back in BB7 All-Stars for a couple of weeks, they had a wheel they’d spin with the names on display. But it had some mechanical issues and houseguests tried to game the spins to choose or avoid certain players.

Big Brother 28: Power of Veto Results & Veto Strategy

So, when Kamu did the draw, he drew Lala’s chip and as a nominee, she got to make a houseguest choice and she chose Jason. And what’s funny is Lala knew Kamu’s plan, knew he wanted to backdoor Jason. And Lala named Jason anyway. I mean he’s a strong competitor.

But what Lala doesn’t know is Jason was trying to pitch Taylor on them evicting Lala this week. Taylor rejected it. Jason in the mix is problematic for Kamu’s plans. But Haley was also chosen which is good for Kamu.

Angela Murray is going to be hosting the comp. Before we get to the comp results, something fun about the Time Capsule power that Rick Devens won. So far, he only told Dee Valladares and they agreed not to tell Angela.

So, Barrett Pfeiffer was telling Devens about the Coup d’Etat from BB11 and how he thought production screwed Chima Simone with it. Two of her noms were taken down and replaced by Jeff Schroeder. That was how Jesse Godderz was evicted.

Chima was ticked, refused to change her mic when told. Then dropped her mic into the pool. And then, Allison Grodner (Executive Producer) had to come on the loudspeaker demanding Chima had to go to the DR.

Production escorted Chima out, ejected her from the game and notified the other houseguests. Funny because Barrett doesn’t like that level of advantage and Devens is sitting there with it, as he nods and listens.

Big Brother 28: POV Winner and Paranoia Takes Over

So now let’s talk about the POV results. We had HOH Kamu playing with noms Lyric, Mallory and Lala. Haley and Jason also played. And little Lyric won it. Rome Seymour would be so proud. You know Lyric’s going to take herself off the block no matter what.

And that means Kamu’s plan to backdoor Jason is wide open. However, Haley and Dee want him to backdoor Drew who they’re blaming for the hinky vote Taylor made for Rome. We’ll know the renom on Monday.

And there’s lots of time for everyone to badger Kamu about who they want on the block to replace Lyric. Things really could change overnight because Dee and Angela want to have a meeting tonight to stir things up.

Dee and Angela think Chuk Anyanwu is being messy with Haley and that Drew’s been doing too much and should be a target. They want to let Kamu know he’s being played by Drew. Angela and Dee are feeding each other’s paranoia like emotional vampires in a frenzy.

Angela and Dee did a little song and dance about how happy they are that they both see these things. And Angela said “we see it and we’re not paranoid either.” That is a total lack of self-awareness. Because paranoia is her fatal game flaw and Dee’s neck deep in it too.

By the way, whatever the veto comp was, Kamu was in a cute little blue ballet dress with a tutu. Very MMA coded. Jason also had a little rant to Lala and Taylor saying Dee’s an idiot, a little slow, and will never win Blockbuster, & she’s already a millionaire so she can go home.

Big Brother 28: Crushes, Language and Loose Cannons

Plus, Kamu still seems to be crushing on Taylor. She was hanging out upstairs listening to his HOH music and Kamu’s gone looking for her a few times. Barrett’s about ready to run from the big alliance – maybe. Seems he’s getting tired of the icon side of the house.

He was cam talking and said, “F-ck the Tool Shed” then added the caveat, “unless it’s advantageous for me in which case, I love the Tool Shed,” but that’s not as fun. Also, apparently Barrett speaks Spanish. He dropped some foreign language.

Then, Lala screamed then went to get Dee. But Barrett played dumb until she left then did it again. And Lala finally harassed Barrett into speaking Spanish with Dee. What Barrett said translated was that he’s nervous to speak Spanish in front of Dee.

Big Brother 28: Fake Calls and Tweet of the Day

Melody Morris faked another phone call with her mom saying she’s not funny in the house and needs to amp up the antics. Meanwhile, Drew’s alternating between flirting with Melody and negging her to keep her interest. Full props since a lot of Gen-Z can barely talk to people.

Okay so obviously, Lyric will use the veto on herself at Monday’s veto meeting then if the paranoid duo of Dee and Angela don’t get their way with Kamu, he’ll renom Jason. But a plan’s afoot to evict Lala instead. So, Kamu may not hit his target anyway.

By the way, I looked up Drew on Beast Games Season 1 and he looks like the nerdy sidekick from any Disney tween show. He literally looks 13. And finally, our tweet of the day. So, Mallory for some reason was eating on the floor. Alone. Behind a closed door.

It’s her go-to freak out spot where she’s been doing a lot of raging, crying and plotting. So, BB Nutters tweeted – “Mallory’s just casually eating on the storage room floor for some reason. I have so many questions but honestly at this point, I’m not even surprised.” Me either.

IShowSpeed has allegedly turned his internet success into a major business investment with a multimillion-dollar warehouse purchase in South Florida. The property is expected to be converted into a dedicated content creation studio and would add the YouTube star to a growing list of high-profile influencers investing in the Miami area.

Speed’s reported warehouse purchase would be the latest indicator of the rapid growth of a business that now spans major brand partnerships, music, merchandise, and global content creation.

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IShowSpeed is reportedly taking his content empire to the next level with a major real estate investment in South Florida.

The 21-year-old YouTube star, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., has supposedly purchased a 26,600-square-foot warehouse near Miami’s West Little River for nearly $11 million. The industrial property is expected to serve as a dedicated content creation studio, a significant expansion of his current production operations, per The Real Deal.

The warehouse sits on a 1.8-acre site and was originally completed in 1969. According to reports, the building has since been transformed with an all-black exterior, including blacked-out windows, giving it a distinctive look suited to large-scale filming and streaming.

The acquisition also reflects South Florida’s growing appeal past traditional business investors, with influencers increasingly establishing long-term bases in the region as their online brands evolve into full-scale media businesses.

Speed’s Viral Fame Has Become A $30 Million Business Empire

Speed’s reported real estate investment comes as the creator’s business continues to generate tens of millions of dollars above traditional livestreaming.

Forbes recently ranked the youngster among the world’s highest-paid content creators, estimating he generated about $30 million in gross earnings over a one-year period through March 2026.

His income now extends well beyond YouTube ad revenue, however. Speed has secured major partnerships with brands including Beats by Dre, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Doritos, and Expedia. The streamer has also been branching into music, live appearances, merchandise, and international travel content.

This growing commercial portfolio has also mirrored the evolution of his content, which has expanded from gaming livestreams into sports, entertainment, and global broadcasts.

How Soccer Helped Turn IShowSpeed Into A Global Star

One of the most pivotal drivers of Speed’s global success has been his passion for soccer. After launching his YouTube channel in 2016 and breaking through with high-energy livestreams, the creator broadened his reach by embracing the popular sport.

Speed’s passion for football helped open new doors, resulting in collaborations with major stars and an increasingly visible role around FIFA events. He reached another milestone during the 2026 World Cup, where he performed his song “World Cup (Champions)” at the closing ceremony after it became part of the competition’s official soundtrack.

The streamer has also established a strong connection with the fanbase of soccer GOAT Cristiano Ronaldo. Speed has, in fact, built part of his online persona around a firm admiration for the Portuguese legend, often traveling across countries for the chance to watch him play.

Miami Continues To Draw Some Of The Internet’s Biggest Influencers

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Speed is far from the only digital creator seemingly putting down roots in South Florida. The city has become increasingly attractive to influencers drawn by the business opportunities, as well as year-round climate and high-profile social scene.

Among the recent arrivals is controversial livestreamer Clavicular, who allegedly rented a penthouse at Paramount Miami Worldcenter this summer after building an audience around “looksmaxxing” content. Investor and social media personality Grant Cardone has also maintained a major presence in the region through his multifamily real estate ventures.

Industry observers have also pointed to neighborhoods such as Brickell as emerging hubs for creators, with influencers increasingly choosing the area as both a place to live and a base for producing content.

Why Top Creators Are Trading Mansions For Warehouses

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Dedicated production studios are also becoming an increasingly common investment for the biggest digital creators as their businesses outgrow traditional filming spaces.

YouTube giant MrBeast runs much of his sprawling operation from a dedicated headquarters that houses production teams, offices, and massive custom-built sets, while Dude Perfect recently unveiled an 80,000-square-foot campus complete with filming studios, sports facilities, and joint workspaces to support its growing media business. The common thread is efficiency. Instead of renting locations or juggling scattered teams, creators can film multiple projects and develop new ideas from one location.