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The Best Line In Independence Day Was Written To Save The Movie’s Title
By Chris Snellgrove
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The 1996 summer blockbuster Independence Day is full of iconic moments that absolutely thrilled audiences. This includes the sight of alien vessels blowing up the White House and thrilling dogfights between American fighter jets and smaller extraterrestrial ships. Arguably, though, the most iconic thing in the entire film is Bill Pullman’s rousing “Today, we celebrate our Independence Day” speech. Onscreen, his powerful words rallied the entire world together in defiance of an alien invasion; offscreen, those words cemented Independence Day as the most patriotic movie of the ‘90s. Long story short? It’s impossible to think of this movie without remembering this amazing line.
Because of this, you may be shocked to discover that the movie’s script did not originally have this legendary line. Instead, it was added at the last minute to convince 20th Century Fox that the movie should be named Independence Day; Warner Bros. owned the rights to this title, and Fox wanted to name the movie Doomsday in order to avoid paying a rival studio. Fortunately, two weeks after Dean Devlin and Roland Emmerich snuck the line into the film’s dailies, Fox approved using the title Independence Day.
Sneaking In The Perfect Line

When Independence Day premiered in 1996, many fans thought it was the first film with this title. However, they were wrong: in 1984, Warner Bros. released a movie of the same name. That earlier film didn’t feature invading aliens. Instead, it focused on a small-town artist (played by Kathleen Quinlan) trying to make her dreams come true. It got mixed reviews, and very few people saw the movie because it was only available on VHS until 2015. However, its success (or lack thereof) didn’t matter. Because WB already had a movie with this title, 20th Century Fox wouldn’t be able to name their own blockbuster Independence Day without paying for the rights.
As you might imagine, Fox didn’t want to pay if they didn’t have to. Therefore, they used ID4 as a working title during production; for the theatrical release, they wanted to name the movie Doomsday to match the disaster vibe of other ‘90s films. However, writer Dean Devlin and director Roland Emmerich really, really wanted to name this movie Independence Day, so they hatched a plan. He knew that Fox executives were regularly viewing dailies from the film to ensure that their money (it had a $75 million budget) was well spent. Because of this, he teamed up with Bill Pullman to secretly convince those execs of the need for a name change.

The original script for Independence Day did have the big Bill Pullman speech, which his character used to rally the nations of the world together against the alien threat. However, it didn’t have the iconic “Today, we celebrate our Independence Day” line. Devlin and Emmerich conspired with Pullman, pulling him aside to add this new line. Their goal was simple: they wanted the Fox executives watching the dailies to be so moved by the end of the speech that they approved naming the movie Independence Day. Incredibly, the strategy worked: two weeks after execs viewed the dailies, 20th Century Fox negotiated a deal with Warner Bros. for the rights to the name.
All of this adds a wonderfully meta dimension to the ‘90s biggest blockbuster film. In the context of Independence Day, the end of the speech is used to rally the world together in the name of a righteous cause. In the real world, the end of the speech was used to rally studio executives into making the smartest name change in Hollywood history. It was a great call, really; like, can you imagine if this crowdpleasing movie had a name as generic as Doomsday? Fortunately, two men making a movie about out-of-this-world invaders were able to do the impossible and bring a bunch of stubborn studio executives back down to Earth.
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Lena Dunham Pops in Green Two-Piece for Taylor Swift Wedding
Lena Dunham brought plenty of color to her best friend Taylor Swift’s highly celebrated wedding to Travis Kelce.
Dunham, 40, opted for two custom looks when attending Swift’s wedding weekend to the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, starting with a cropped lime green blazer from Amber Doyle featuring a row of bows dotting the zipper and a matching skirt.
The Famesick author accessorized her show-stopping ensemble with matching pointy-toed heels and a ballet pink handbag.
Dunham later changed into a bespoke Christian Cowan creation featuring a black maxi skirt tucked into a plunging, long-sleeved magenta blouse with billowing sleeves. She also pinned an oversized periwinkle fabric flower onto her lapel.
Dunham toasted Swift, 36, on her marriage to Kelce, also 36, beginning Thursday, July 2, during an intimate rehearsal dinner before a large-scale wedding ceremony held the next day on Friday, July 3, at New York City’s famed Madison Square Garden arena.
Swift and Kelce, for their parts, each wore bespoke Christian Dior outfits when they said “I do.”
“The bride and groom’s wedding ceremony looks have been created by Christian Dior Haute Couture. They are designed by Jonathan Anderson, Creative Director of Dior Women’s, Men’s and Haute Couture Collections, in close collaboration with the Bride and Groom,” a press release shared with Us Weekly read. “This is the designer’s first couture wedding dress for a world-renowned celebrity. Their shoes were custom made by Christian Louboutin and the bride wore Cartier jewelry.”
The newlyweds exchanged vows in front of a star-studded crowd of nearly 1,000 famous faces. In addition to Dunham, stars including the Girls creator’s ex Jack Antonoff, Bradley Cooper, Jessica Alba, Baker Mayfield, Selena Gomez and Chiefs head coach Andy Reid came out to toast the happy couple.
“They cried and they laughed and they danced and they hugged and they kissed,” Swift’s aunt, Robin, told LBC News from her car after leaving the venue, revealing that there was “lots” of food.
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Food Menu At Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding Revealed
On July 3, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tied the knot at New York City’s Madison Square Garden in front of at least 1,000 guests, including family and famous friends. Although phones were not allowed inside the star-studded event, small details have begun to leak as celebrities opened up about the fairytale wedding. One hot topic of conversation among many fans was what food the couple served at the reception.

While some fans wanted to know who performed at Swift and Kelce’s wedding, others were wondering what they ate! One source told PEOPLE magazine that Taylor’s mother invited guests into the reception room after the ceremony, where a stage was set up so artists like Paul McCartney and Stevie Nicks could perform.
The insider revealed that there were food stations loaded with Italian cuisine, sushi, and trays being passed around. They also revealed that “there were bars everywhere,” says the source, and, despite the venue’s size, noted, “It was very crowded!”
Bradley Cooper May Have Helped Cater The Wedding

Actor Bradley Cooper attended the wedding with his girlfriend, Gigi Hadid, who is a longtime friend of Swift. A truck from Cooper’s restaurant, Danny and Coop’s, arrived at Madison Square Garden just before 10 PM, according to Us Weekly.
Cooper, along with famed restaurateur Danny DiGiampietro, founded Danny and Coop’s, which specializes in Philly cheesesteaks, as a pop-up food truck in 2023. They opened a brick-and-mortar restaurant in New York two years later.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Might Have Dined On Lobster Meat & Fries
The publication also noted that a delivery truck for Mama’s TOO! Pizzeria was seen near the venue. Page Six reported that a truck from Sartiano’s, one of Swift’s favorite NYC restaurants, was seen outside the venue on July 1, the day before the rehearsal dinner.
They also obtained photos of delivery boxes containing lobster meat, fries, onion rings, and various kinds of chicken. Since none of the guests were allowed to bring their cell phones into the venue, no photos of the dishes have appeared online. There are also no photos of Swift’s wedding cake, although Swift might share these herself at a later date.
Travis Kelce’s Family Is A Big Fan Of Cooper’s Food Truck

The history of the Kelce family and Cooper’s food truck goes way back. The actor was spotted serving cheesesteaks at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, as previously reported by Entertainment Weekly. Unfortunately, the Kansas City Chiefs ultimately lost to the Philadelphia Eagles, whom Cooper supported.
In 2024, PEOPLE magazine reported that Cooper served a cheesesteak to Kelce’s mom, Donna, at an event in Las Vegas. At the time, Donna revealed that Kelce and Swift had joined Cooper and Hadid on vacation in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, shortly before the event.
Cooper and Hadid were also seen with Kelce in a private suite during Swift’s Eras Tour stop in Paris that same year.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Donated $26 Million Ahead of Their Wedding
Many charities received a surprise donation from the couple ahead of their wedding. A rep for the singer told PEOPLE magazine that the couple had made $26 million in donations to various charitable organizations that supported animal welfare, education, food insecurity, and more.
The Rhode Island Community Food Bank was one of the charities that received a substantial donation. They thanked the couple in a lengthy Instagram caption, writing, “In honor of their upcoming nuptials, @taylorswift and @killatrav made an extraordinary donation of $1 million to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank!”
“We were THRILLED to learn of this unexpected gift, which comes at a time when the need for food assistance in our state is at an all-time high,” they continued. “Every dollar of this generous donation will be put to work to source food for distribution across our statewide network of 137 member agencies.”
They also received a special thank-you video from country legend Dolly Parton after donating $2 million to her Imagination Library.
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Forget ‘Reacher,’ Denzel Washington’s Brutal Action Masterpiece Is Now on HBO Max
With the largely male audience for action movies featuring brutal anti-heroes having moved seamlessly from theaters to streaming, there could be no better time for Denzel Washington to return to his most successful franchise. Washington previously confirmed that he was doing exactly that when he announced not one but two new sequels to his hit trilogy of action movies. However, recent developments might throw a wrench in those plans. Washington’s franchise was helmed by Antoine Fuqua, who recently delivered the biggest hit of his career with Michael, the Michael Jackson biopic that’s on track to hit the $1 billion mark at the global box office. A few weeks ago, Lionsgate confirmed that a long-rumored sequel was being fast-tracked. One would assume that the studio wants Fuqua to return, which may keep him busy for the next couple of years.
Meanwhile, Washington isn’t getting any younger. He’s now 71, and if he begins shooting the next couple of installments once Fuqua is done with the Michael sequel, he’ll be closer to 75. The action franchise could continue with a new filmmaker, but this hasn’t been confirmed. We’re talking, of course, about Washington’s The Equalizer series, which began in 2014 and delivered its third installment in 2023. The franchise was green-lit not long after the success of Taken, which turned Liam Neeson into an action star. Taken‘s success inspired several other older male actors to try their hand in the genre.
Here’s When You Can Watch ‘The Equalizer’ Trilogy
Washington remains arguably the most successful. The three Equalizer movies have grossed nearly identical amounts at the box office, for a combined global haul of more than $570 million. The latest installment, The Equalizer 3, made $191 million worldwide against a reported budget of $70 million. The first movie grossed $192 million worldwide against a reported budget of $55 million. It holds a 61% score on the aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, where the consensus reads, “The Equalizer is more stylishly violent than meaningful, but with Antoine Fuqua behind the cameras and Denzel Washington dispensing justice, it delivers.” All three movies in The Equalizer series are now streaming on HBO Max. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
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September 24, 2014
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132 minutes
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Richard Wenk, Richard Lindheim, Michael Sloan
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Alex Siskin, Denzel Washington, Ezra Swerdlow, Jason Blumenthal, Mace Neufeld, Michael Sloan, Richard Wenk, Steve Tisch, Todd Black, Tony Eldridge, Ben Waisbren
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‘Star Trek’ Is Bringing Fan-Favorite Characters and Alien Worlds Back Together
There’s a lot to love about Star Trek, particularly its concept of how humanity sets aside its petty differences to explore the stars. 60 years later, it’s a concept that’s led to some of the best stories in science fiction, especially when it comes to the various alien races that Starfleet encounters. Whether it’s the warlike Klingons, the logic-seeking Vulcans, or the alluring Orions, the Star Trek universe has plenty of distinct cultures throughout it. Now, a new comics collection is set to dive deep into these cultures, giving more depth to the “final frontier” in the process.
IDW Publishing is slated to release its Star Trek: Aliens–IDW Classic Collections paperback next week. A pocket-sized collection of comics, the Star Trek: Aliens paperback features stories from the Star Trek: Alien Spotlight miniseries and the Star Trek: Aliens one-shots that were released in 2022. As their names suggest, both series focus on the various aliens within and beyond the Federation of United Planets, highlighting the true scope of the Star Trek universe. Whether you’re a longtime Trekkie or new to the franchise, these comics are worth checking out.
The ‘Star Trek: Aliens’ Comics Highlight What Makes Each of Star Trek’s Alien Races So Unique
The beauty of Star Trek: Alien Spotlight and Star Trek: Aliens lies in their deep exploration of the customs of various alien cultures. Why are Klingons so driven to seek honor in combat? What pushes Vulcans to seek logic above all else? Do Tribbles actually have thoughts? The answers to these questions might surprise fans, but they also make these species feel fleshed out in ways that the different Star Trek series only briefly touch upon. Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry never shied away from speaking about how he created the series to serve as a message that humanity should strive to accept each other, no matter their differences:
“Star Trek was an attempt to say that humanity will reach maturity and wisdom on the day that it begins not just to tolerate, but take a special delight in differences in ideas and differences in life forms. If we cannot learn to actually enjoy those small differences, to take a positive delight in those small differences between our own kind, here on this planet, then we do not deserve to go out into space and meet the diversity that is almost certainly out there.”
Star Trek: Alien Spotlight and Star Trek: Aliens honor Roddenberry’s words by exploring different aliens and continuing the franchise’s trend of aliens who seek their own paths. Spock (Leonard Nimoy) often had to deal with being torn between his Vulcan and human heritages. Worf (Michael Dorn) was one of the first Klingons to join Starfleet, and proved that he could honor his culture while also bringing peace to the stars. Jadzia Dax (Terry Farrell) slowly found her identity, both as a Starfleet officer and as part of a symbiotic bond with a Trill. These characters are a prime example of Star Trek choosing to explore what makes us different rather than running away from it, and it’s only fitting that the comics explore a similar path.
IDW Publishing Has Been Delivering Unique Star Trek Stories
While it might be a surprise to learn that some of the best Star Trek stories are in comic form, rather than being televised, it’s a trend that IDW Publishing isn’t stopping anytime soon. IDW’s covered nearly every era of Trek, with a Star Trek: Lower Decks series that picks up immediately where the fan-favorite series left off, and a Star Trek ongoing featuring a crew of fan-favorite characters led by Star Trek: Deep Space Nine‘s Benjamin Sisko on a quest to stop godlike beings from being murdered. Writers Colin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing continue to pen Trek stories with Star Trek: The Last Spaceship, which sheds light on the mysterious “Burn” introduced in Star Trek: Discovery and features a resurrected James T. Kirk.
While the recent era of Star Trek shows might be coming to an end, there are still great Trek stories worth checking out, and the Star Trek: Aliens collection is proof of that. If Paramount is looking for new paths to take the Star Trek franchise, it should look at these comics.
Star Trek: Aliens – IDW Classic Collection will be available to purchase on July 7, 2026.
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1966 – 1969-00-00
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Gene Roddenberry
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Marc Daniels, Joseph Pevney, Ralph Senensky, Vincent McEveety, Herb Wallerstein, Jud Taylor, Marvin J. Chomsky, David Alexander, Gerd Oswald, Herschel Daugherty, James Goldstone, Robert Butler, Anton Leader, Gene Nelson, Harvey Hart, Herbert Kenwith, James Komack, John Erman, John Newland, Joseph Sargent, Lawrence Dobkin, Leo Penn, Michael O’Herlihy, Murray Golden
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D.C. Fontana, Jerome Bixby, Arthur Heinemann, David Gerrold, Jerry Sohl, Oliver Crawford, Robert Bloch, David P. Harmon, Don Ingalls, Paul Schneider, Shimon Wincelberg, Steven W. Carabatsos, Theodore Sturgeon, Jean Lisette Aroeste, Art Wallace, Adrian Spies, Barry Trivers, Don Mankiewicz, Edward J. Lakso, Fredric Brown, George Clayton Johnson, George F. Slavin, Gilbert Ralston, Harlan Ellison
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Travis Kelce’s Sweet Reason For Accepting Taylor Swift’s Prenup
Taylor Swift reportedly put extensive measures in place to protect her fortune before marrying Travis Kelce, with sources revealing the couple agreed to an “ironclad” prenup ahead of their wedding.
Insiders say the agreement was designed to safeguard the singer’s vast business empire and was developed with input from her legal team and family.
The reports have also sparked fresh discussion about the influential role Taylor Swift’s father, Scott Swift, has played in helping manage and protect her career over the years.

Taylor Swift reportedly took significant steps to safeguard her vast fortune before marrying Travis Kelce, with sources claiming the couple agreed to a comprehensive prenuptial arrangement ahead of their July 3 wedding.
The agreement is said to have been carefully structured to protect the singer’s extensive business interests, including her music catalog, intellectual property, and various companies built throughout her career.
With Taylor’s estimated fortune reportedly nearing $2 billion and Kelce’s wealth largely derived from his NFL career, endorsements, and media ventures, insiders say the arrangement was viewed as a practical financial decision.
According to OK! Magazine, insiders revealed that the arrangement was developed with the guidance of Taylor’s legal advisors and family members, particularly her father, Scott Swift, who has long played a key role in overseeing aspects of her business affairs.
One source described Scott as “what you hope a father will be,” claiming “he has dedicated his whole adult life to shielding Taylor, while still stepping back enough for her to grow into herself.”
Sources Claim Scott Swift Is ‘Utterly Uncompromising’ When It Comes To His Daughter’s Brand

Another source suggested Scott has carefully balanced being both a protector and an advisor throughout Swift’s career.
“He has always stood between Taylor and the worst of the industry, yet he’s been careful not to smother her or dictate who she should be,” the insider said. “His instinct is to protect, but he also understands that Taylor had to build her own identity and career on her own terms.”
Several sources also emphasized Scott’s reputation as a savvy businessman, noting that while he is known for being warm and approachable, he becomes intensely focused when decisions involving his daughter’s career or financial interests are involved.
“People sometimes underestimate him because he is so warm on the surface,” one source explained. “But underneath that, he is utterly uncompromising about his daughter’s career and her business.”
Travis Kelce Reportedly Had No Problem With Taylor Swift’s Prenup And ‘Snapped Up’ The Deal Without Hesitation

Despite the reported scale of the agreement, sources close to Kelce insist the NFL star had no issue with it, viewing the prenup as a sensible safeguard rather than a test of his “loyalty.”
“Travis has a very clear sense of what Taylor has created and how many years went into it,” a source said. “He views the prenup as basic common sense on her part, not some kind of loyalty test, and snapped up the deal when it was put in front of him and his lawyers.”
According to one insider, Kelce has long respected Scott’s role in helping build and protect Taylor’s brand and understood why such measures were important.
“Right from day one, he made a point of acknowledging Scott’s involvement and judgment,” the insider claimed. “He told people, ‘Scott has spent years safeguarding one of the most powerful brands in entertainment — why would I try to get in the way of that?’”
Expert Reveals The Prenup Will Reflect The Singer’s Desire To Protect Her Brand And Art

Financial experts have also weighed in on the reported agreement, noting that it aligns with Taylor’s long-standing focus on ownership, branding and control over her creative work.
Jesica Ray, a senior lead advisor at financial consultancy Brighton Jones, told USA Today that Swift’s business decisions throughout her career suggest she would approach marriage with the same level of careful planning.
“If you just even think about Taylor Swift and her relationship with Spotify and releasing her own versions of things, branding is important to her,” Ray explained.
She continued, “Making sure she retains that identity and individual recognition will likely carry into the way she approaches things within her marriage as well.”
Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Say ‘I Do’ In Grand Madison Square Garden Ceremony

The reports surfaced shortly after Taylor and Kelce officially tied the knot during a lavish ceremony at New York City’s Madison Square Garden.
According to a statement from the singer’s representative, the couple, both 36, exchanged vows surrounded by family and close friends in a celebration that brought together two of the entertainment and sports worlds’ most recognizable families.
For the occasion, the newlyweds wore custom Christian Dior Haute Couture creations designed by Jonathan Anderson, who worked closely with the couple on their wedding-day looks.
The bridal gown marked Anderson’s first couture wedding dress designed for a celebrity of Taylor’s stature. Both Taylor and Kelce completed their ensembles with bespoke Christian Louboutin footwear, while the bride accessorized with jewelry from Cartier.
Rather than opting for a traditional bridal party, the couple gave special roles to their siblings. Taylor’s brother, Austin Swift, served as her Man of Honor, while Travis’ brother, Jason Kelce, stood beside him as Best Man. The ceremony was officiated by longtime friend Adam Sandler.
Following the exchange of vows, giant screens outside Madison Square Garden lit up with a celebratory message for fans gathered nearby, announcing the newlyweds’ union with the words: “JUST&T MARRIED!”
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Bravo Exec Recalls Knowing ‘Real Housewives’ Was A Hit
Bravo executive Frances Berwick can’t believe that the “Real Housewives” franchise is turning 20. That’s right. The series that started as a single-camera production following a group of affluent women in Orange County, California, has grown legs and taken on a life of its own, spawning hit series in cities across the country, including Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, and yes, Rhode Island. Heck, the franchise even expanded beyond the U.S., previously following glamorous women in Dubai. Ahead of the franchise’s 20th-anniversary special, “The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th,” Berwick is reflecting on the program’s legacy and opening up about the moment the network knew it had a hit on its hands.
Speaking with Deadline at the season 20 premiere of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” Berwick expressed gratitude that the series is still running 20 years later. (The first episode aired March 21, 2006.)
“Just feels incredibly gratifying and fun and joyous,” she said. “The fact that it’s still making people really happy to watch the show, that they love being part of this Real Housewives community, it just makes you feel good.”
When Did The Network Realize They Had A Hit On Their Hands?

Regarding the first season of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” or “RHOC” for short, Berwick recalled the moment the network realized the series would be bigger than they imagined.
“The viewership had gone up with every episode,” she said. “We were like, ‘Oh my God… we’re going to do a Season 2.’ We had not thought that we would be franchising it, and it was only really as we started to see other casts like ‘Manhattan Moms’ that we thought this could be a ‘Real Housewives’ show too. They don’t have to be housewives. This is sort of like a modern interpretation of what a Real Housewife is.”
The season 1 cast of “RHOC” included Vicki Gunvalson, Jeana Keough, Lauri Peterson, Jo De La Rosa, and Kimberly Bryant. (Gunvalson is still part of the cast today.)
Berwick Remembers Being Nervous To Turn ‘The Real Housewives’ Into A Franchise

For those who don’t know, “Manhattan Moms” was the working title of what’s since become “The Real Housewives of New York City.” And while the latter has given Bravo viewers 15 seasons of excellent TV, thanks to stars like Bethenny Frankel, Luann de Lesseps, Dorinda Medley, and Sonja Morgan, Berwick and the rest of the crew were hesitant about turning it into a “Real Housewives” series.
“We were quite thoughtful about it, but then it felt like this could be a good thing,” she said. “And since ‘Orange County’ had resonated, perhaps this was a good way to sort of attract a different audience rather than the same audience and expand it.”
“The Real Housewives of Atlanta” had a similar beginning to “RHONY,” according to Berwick. “Ultimately, it was all about the cast. There were so many women who had amazing stories to tell who had these incredible bonds and friendships and were going through all sorts of life challenges and dealing with different things in their life. It just felt like a natural extension,” she said.
“RHOA” included breakout star NeNe Leakes, Shereé Whitfield, and Kim Zolciak.
Bravo Is Honoring 20 Years Of The Franchise With An Epic Special!
According to a previous report from The Blast, Bravo is planning to honor the 20th anniversary of “The Real Housewives” series with a special edition of “Ultimate Girls Trip.”
The show will feature “a group of beloved Housewives from across the years embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, making their way through some of the most memorable locations in the franchise’s history.”
Throughout the episodes, more than 80 housewives from the past and present will appear, including Porsha Williams, Kyle Richards, Lisa Barlow, Teresa Giudice, and Gizelle Bryant.
Leakes Will Be Part Of The Series
Leakes will also make a special appearance when the main cast stops in Atlanta. It will mark her grand return to Bravo after she left “RHOA” in 2020 and sued the network in 2022.
“This has been a really long, long journey, and gosh, I’m happy, overjoyed to say that I will be returning to Bravo,” Leakes said in an emotional Instagram video. “I almost can’t believe the words that are coming out of my mouth. I’m so happy. I’m excited to see all of you girls. It’s going to be a time. Yes! B-tches, I am back. Now pick your faces off the floor. OK!? See you on Bravo. Love you.”
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Apple TV Officially Found the Perfect ‘Wheel of Time’ Replacement for Fantasy Fans
Prime Video’s The Wheel of Time quickly gained attention as it adapted Robert Jordan‘s massive fantasy book series, but since the show’s premature cancellation, fans have been left wanting more. Luckily, Apple TV is already working on the perfect replacement. Anyone who enjoys fantasy books has undoubtedly heard of Brandon Sanderson, and The Wheel of Time fans certainly have, as he completed the book series after Jordan’s death. Now, Apple TV has acquired the rights to adapt Sanderson’s Cosmere universe, which includes one series that is especially perfect for this audience: The Stormlight Archive.
The popular book series has been begging for an adaptation, and with the growing interest in epic fantasy TV series, now is the perfect time for it. The Stormlight Archive is an ongoing series, currently consisting of five books, which tells a sprawling story of bloody war, mysterious magic, and complex characters that will interest any fans of the genre. Better yet, with a wide range of detailed cultures, ancient history to uncover, and an unassuming hero, Apple TV’s Stormlight Archive adaptation will be the perfect thing to fill that The Wheel of Time-shaped hole, as long as fans can wait for it.
The Stormlight Archives’ Worldbuilding is Perfect for ‘The Wheel of Time’ Fans
The Stormlight Archive tells an epic story full of history, unique cultures, and ancient magic set in a harsh world ravaged by lethal supernatural Highstorms. While their country is at war, the series follows Kaladin, an enslaved soldier, Dalinar, a once-revealed highprince seeking redemption, and Shallan, a clever young scholar, as they each become involved in the reemergence of ancient powers. While fantasy fans of all kinds will be able to enjoy Apple TV’s series, The Stormlight Archive adaptation will appeal to those missing The Wheel of Time, in particular. Besides the two book series briefly overlapping authors, the most notable thing they have in common is the sprawling size of their respective worlds. Each story introduces unique cultures and ancient history that shape the story and make the fantasy world complex.
Like The Wheel of Time‘s Dragon Reborn and Aiel storylines, the series relies on the cycle of history, as the powers of the legendary Knights Radiant continue to impact the world. This ancient and largely forgotten history becomes vital to the story, allowing the audience to discover the truth. Additionally, the series features a huge world, just like The Wheel of Time. Throughout its three seasons, the Prime Video show explored several cultures, from the brutal Seanchan to the peaceful Tuatha’an, and Apple TV’s upcoming series has the chance to do the same. The Stormlight Archive features a class system based on eye color and different cultures, including 13 distinct peoples. This creates an expansive world that the audience can get lost in, providing a new fantasy obsession for fans to enjoy.
Apple TV’s The Stormlight Archive Adaptation is in the Works
It may not be here yet, but Apple TV is already working on an adaptation of The Stormlight Archive. However, fans will have to wait a while yet. The series is part of Sanderson’s wider Cosmere universe, which the streamer acquired the rights to in January of this year. With the author’s own supervision, Apple TV is planning an interconnected universe, providing plenty of stories for fans of the genre. Yet, as thrilling as it is, The Stormlight Archive isn’t the starting point. Apple TV first plans to create a film adaptation of the Mistborn series, which serves as a more natural entry point.
Though Sanderson is reportedly working on this script now, the writer has confirmed that the pilot for The Stormlight Archive adaptation is next, placing the series early in Apple TV’s exploration of Cosmere. While this isn’t a concrete timeline, fans should be comforted by Sanderson’s prolific writing habits, which suggest the series will begin moving forward soon. Though it is still early in the project’s development, the adaptation of The Stormlight Archive is something to look forward to for any fans of the fantasy genre.
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Apple TV
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Mistborn
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How Adam Sandler Family Reacted to Taylor, Travis Dating
One year before he officiated their star-studded wedding at the iconic Madison Square Garden, comedian Adam Sandler opened up about how his famous family reacted to the news that pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce were officially an item.
“You being together. You guys… I mean, when you guys first started dating, my god was my family like, ‘Yes! Look how good they are together! He’s a gentleman and she’s having so much fun with it!’” Sandler, 59, said during his July 2025 appearance on Travis and his brother Jason Kelce’s season 3 premier episode of their hit “New Heights” podcast.
“Every time Taylor is laughing with you, my whole f***ing family is high-fiving,” the legendary Saturday Night Live alum continued at the time. (Sandler shares daughters Sadie Sandler and Sunny Sandler with his wife of over 20 years, Jackie Sandler.)
After announcing their engagement in August 2025 following two years of dating, Travis, 36, and Swift, also 36, said “I do” at MSG on Friday while surrounded by 1,000 of their closest friends and family members. Sandler, for his part, served as the officiant for the highly anticipated ceremony.
“The bride and groom’s wedding ceremony looks have been created by Christian Dior Huate Coutour,” a press released shared by Swift’s rep shortly after the pair wed revealed. “They are designed by Jonathan Anderson, Creative Director of Dior’s Women’s, Men’s and Haute Coutoure Collections, in close collaboration with the Bride and Groom. This is the designer’s fist couture wedding dress for a world-renowned celebrity. Their shoes were custom made by Christian Louboutin and the bride wore Cartier jewelry.”

Adam Sandler, his wife Jackie Sandler and his their daughters Sunny and Sadie Getty Images
The release continued, “Taylor and Travis did not have bridesmaids or groomsmen. Instead, her brother Austin Swift served as Taylor’s Man of Honor and Jason Kelce was Travis’ Best Man. The ceremony joined both families together and was officiated by friend Adam Sandler.”
During his July 2025 “New Heights” appearance, Adam opened up to the NFL star about what his now-wife and her music means to his family — particularly his daughters who, like their father, have pursued careers in entertainment.
“By the way, what a girl. What a girl. I mean, she means so much to our house,” the comedian revealed at the time. “I think I was shooting, like, Grown Ups or That’s My Boy or something in Massachusetts, and the kids were little and we were listening to Taylor Swift and listening to every song. It was one of the first times that you listen to every song on a record. When I was a kid, I think The Beatles you did that with, maybe Elton John, when you knew every tune.”
He continued, “Taylor in our house, every tune, they knew every word. I love listening to her in the car. I loved what she has to say. Every message. Every melody. The production. How cool she was. What she means to young girls and what she means to women, what she means to guys doing the right thing in life.”
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Marvel Icon Punished For Having A Huge Bulge
By Chris Snellgrove
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Have you played Marvel Rivals? If you can get over the fact that it’s basically a reskinned version of Overwatch, it’s a lot of fun. This is a hero shooter where you take control of a character from the wide world of Marvel. There are a variety of team-based multiplayer modes; this variety, along with the fact that the game is free-to-play, keeps players coming back for more. How do the developers make money, though? Simple: they charge players for “skins” which completely change the look of the character. Many skins are modeled after famous outfits from the comics, and others are modeled after character designs in the MCU.
Whatever their original inspiration was, though, all of these skins have one thing in common: they are way hornier than you’d expect them to be. There are plenty of revealing outfits that pair perfectly with thirsty character designs that players can’t stop drooling over. Unfortunately, players recently discovered that the game had gone a little too far with Captain America’s latest summer skin. You see, the skin gave Cap a bulge so big that it messed up some of his in-game animations. This caused the Chinese developer to do the unthinkable: they shrunk Captain America’s penis, and they waited until the Fourth of July to do it!
The Battle Of The Bulge

Every year, Marvel Rivals developer NetEase Games releases skimpy summer swimwear outfits for various characters. This may seem like just a cheap way to appeal to gooner gamers, but it’s arguably a throwback to the ‘90s, when Marvel similarly appealed to horny comic book nerds with thirsty swimsuit specials. Captain America got an especially scandalous skin this summer, one that was basically short shorts and a skimpy tank top that showed off his hairy, muscled chest. Normally, fans would be panting about Cap’s thick legs and arms, but this skin made them fixate on something else: the comically huge bulge of the character’s penis.
Seriously, this thing wobbled with its own physics. While fans were both excited and scared (scaroused, if you will), some wondered if Captain America having such a huge package was an accident. Like, maybe the character model got tweaked in such a way that its pelvis was extending outward, giving the appearance of a much larger bulge. At any rate, it definitely seemed to be a mistake. In the game, Cap has an emote that echoes the recording in Spider-Man: Homecoming where he pulls out a chair and then sits in it. Previously, players activating this emote with the summer skin encountered a bug: Cap’s big, floppy unit clipping right through the chair!

Now, without making any kind of official announcement, NetEase games seems to have fixed the issue. While Captain America still has an impressive bulge, it’s not as obscenely huge as it once was. Furthermore, it no longer clips through the chair when players use the aforementioned emote. All’s well that ends well, right? Sort of. While the timing could be a coincidence, many players couldn’t help but notice how the Chinese developer waited until Independence Day to shrink Captain America’s weiner down to size. Do y’all really think this will even slow down an aroused Cap, though? It’s like the man says: he can do this all day!
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The Secret Meeting Prince William And Kate Had With Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s wedding may have been packed with celebrities, athletes, and entertainment icons, but a new report suggests the couple also shared a special moment with royalty before their big day. The revelation surfaced on the same day Prince William made a surprise appearance on Travis and Jason Kelce‘s “New Heights” podcast, creating an unexpected royal connection to one of the year’s biggest celebrity events.

According to PEOPLE, Prince William and Princess Kate privately met with Swift and Kelce ahead of their lavish Madison Square Garden wedding celebration.
The meeting is believed to have taken place in May when Swift and Kelce were spending time in England. Around that same period, Prince William also discussed his appearance on the “New Heights” podcast, which Travis Kelce co-hosts with his brother, Jason Kelce.
Prince William Made A Surprise Appearance On The Kelce Brothers’ Podcast
The Prince of Wales joined the Kelce brothers for a special episode of “New Heights,” where Jason Kelce welcomed him with an introduction worthy of royalty.
“That’s right, the president of the English Football Association, the vice-royal patron of the Welsh Rugby Union, the Duke of Cambridge, the Duke of Cornwall, the Lord of the Isles, Prince and Great Steward of Scotland, Earl of Chester and the Prince of Wales … please welcome His Royal Highness, Prince William,” Jason said.
Laughing at the lengthy introduction, William responded, “That was quite an intro, guys, amazing!”
Jason quickly replied, “We had to do it big for you, had to do it big.”

During the conversation, William discussed his lifelong love of soccer and explained that it didn’t come from his father. When asked whether King Charles helped inspire his passion for Aston Villa, William immediately shut down the idea. “Absolutely not,” he said. “My father hates football.”
William explained that his love for the sport developed through friends rather than family traditions. “My family haven’t got a particularly long history with football,” he said. “My football love came from friends taking me to my first match.”
The royal recalled attending an Aston Villa versus Bolton match in 2000, which sparked a fandom that continues today.
Travis Kelce Calls Meeting The Royal Family One Of His Coolest Experiences
The private pre-wedding meeting wasn’t the first time Swift and Kelce crossed paths with the royal family. In 2024, Prince William attended Swift’s “Eras Tour” in London alongside Prince George and Princess Charlotte. Afterward, Swift shared a now-viral selfie featuring herself, Kelce, William, George, and Charlotte, writing “Happy Bday M8” in honor of the prince’s birthday.
Kelce later reflected on the experience during a “New Heights” episode. “They were an absolute delight to me. I wasn’t sure if I was supposed to bow to them or curtsy, or just be an American idiot and shake their hand.”
The NFL star singled out Princess Charlotte as the standout of the encounter: “She was a superstar.”
Jason agreed, saying, “She had fire to her, she was asking questions. That was the most electric part of it.”
Taylor Swift Has Long Shared A Special Connection With Prince William

William and Swift’s friendship stretches back more than a decade. In 2013, the future king famously joined Swift and Jon Bon Jovi on stage during a charity gala at Kensington Palace, where the trio surprised guests with a performance of Bon Jovi’s hit “Livin’ on a Prayer.”
More recently, William has spoken publicly about how much his children enjoy Swift’s music. During a May appearance on “Heart Radio,” the prince revealed, “Charlotte, my daughter, and Louis, to be fair, but Charlotte particularly, is obsessed with Taylor Swift.”
When asked whether he would attend Swift and Kelce’s wedding, William playfully dodged the question, saying, “No comment.”
He then joked, “That feels like a showbiz excuse, but it’s not. I’m hoping, and I’m sure there might be an invitation around, but we’ll see.”
Prince William Didn’t Attend The Wedding

Although PEOPLE reports that William and Kate met privately with Swift and Kelce before the ceremony, the outlet noted that the royal couple ultimately did not attend the wedding itself. Still, the reported meeting adds another notable chapter to the growing friendship between the Prince and Princess of Wales and one of the world’s most famous couples.
And while Americans may not be getting a royal wedding anytime soon, Swift and Kelce’s Madison Square Garden celebration apparently came with a touch of royal approval.
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