Stevie J is speaking out as the conversation surrounding his daughter Bonnie Bella and her mother, Joseline Hernandez, continues to make waves online. After recent comments involving the father-daughter relationship sparked plenty of reactions, Stevie appears ready to share his side of the story — and he’s coming with some serious allegations of his own.

RELATED: Bonnie Bella Keeps It Real With Joseline Hernandez About Stevie J’s Parenting & What She Wishes He Would Do More Often (VIDEO)

Stevie J Addresses Joseline’s Claims And Brings Receipts

In a new video shared to Instagram Wednesday, Stevie J appeared shirtless, wearing shades and seemingly fresh from a run or walk as he addressed Joseline Hernandez directly. He accused her of pushing a “fake narrative” and said he wanted to get to the facts, insisting, “I love and take care of all my kids. I do anything for all my kids.” Stevie then referenced a court order he said the two have in place, claiming neither he nor Joseline pays child support. He also took several shots at his ex, calling her a “musk rat” and saying, “looks like the cabaret is drying up.” Stevie further alleged that he won’t allow Joseline and her partner, seemingly referring to Ballistic Beats, to have Bonnie “bad mouthing” him for subscriptions, warning that they would “have another thing coming.”

Stevie J Makes More Claims And Promises Legal Action

Stevie continued by making additional claims about Ballistic and Joseline, including alleging that Ballistic used to call him when Bonnie was two years old. He also appeared to reference accusations about Joseline’s parenting before claiming, “that’s why I got custody of her.” Stevie then addressed what he described as an “unfortunate” situation in Los Angeles, saying their was an “episode” but insisting it wasn’t “as bad” as Joseline has allegedly made it seem. He went on to say that he plans to “find” Joseline and serve her with “paperwork,” before ending the video with a simple message: “Free Bonnie.”

Wait, What Exactly Has Him So Upset?

The question comes after a candid conversation between Joseline Hernandez and Bonnie Bella, where the nine-year-old opened up about how she feels about her father. When Joseline asked whether Bonnie ever tells Stevie what she thinks he needs to work on, Bonnie said she doesn’t because she believes he already knows, adding that she’s sure “people tell him A LOT!”

The conversation got even more pointed when Joseline asked Bonnie if she considers Stevie a good dad. Bonnie answered, “yes and no,” explaining that she appreciates that he makes an effort to talk to her and wants to see her, but said she sometimes feels he lies about meetings and his availability. Joseline then shared her own criticism, telling Bonnie that she feels Stevie falls short financially and doesn’t ask whether they need money for school or other expenses. Bonnie appeared to agree, saying, “That is the problem!” and claiming her father doesn’t give them “a dollar.” Those comments appear to be the backdrop for Stevie’s latest response and his references to a court order, custody, and the “fake narrative” he says is being pushed about him.

RELATED: Joseline Hernandez Sparks Reactions After Opening Up To 9-Year-Old Daughter Bonnie Bella About Her Past As A Stripper (WATCH)

Hey, Beyond the Gates fans, we have got your early edition spoilers for the week starting September 7th, including Andre Richardson (Sean Freeman) having a paranoid spiral as the pressure is causing cracks that Dani Dupree (Karla Mosley) is sure to notice. Plus, Bradley ‘Smitty’ Smith (Mike Manning) won’t let go of the Impaler issue, and Lia Whitmore (Cecelia Specht)’s alleged suicide has him digging in even deeper.

This also includes Doug McBride (Jason Graham) pushing his agenda on Deanna McBride (Angela Fairley), Hayley Lawson (Marquita Goings) on the defensive, Dana ‘Leslie’ Thomas (Trisha Mann-Grant)’s life taking another turn, and Chelsea Hamilton (RhonniRose Mantilla) in a panic as things in her life crumble.

But first, as we always do on early edition day, we check out what is happening the rest of this week and then we get into next week’s action.

Beyond the Gates Spoilers: Smitty Suspicious of Lia’s Death

With that in mind, on Wednesday, September 2nd’s episode of Beyond the Gates, we’ve got Smitty’s suspicions growing. Likely, he does not believe Lia’s death was a suicide. Grayson Perez (Jordie Vilasuso) doesn’t believe it either, and he already went to Jacob this week with his concern. So, we could see Smitty also circling around to Jacob.

But Elon Hawthorne (Malachi Malik), who’s the police chief, seems to want Lia’s death to stay classified as self harm. Vernon Dupree (Clifton Davis) supports Anita Dupree (Tamara Tunie) when she decides she can’t do the concert or the album because chemo wrecked her voice and it isn’t coming back yet. So Anita’s telling Vernon she needs to worry about her voice long term and not push it now.

BTG Spoilers: Anita Gets an Idea

So, Sharon Winger (Bonita Brisker) and Tracy come over to see Anita and they talk about what this means for the two of them. So, Anita has an idea and she calls Leslie and Anita says she needs to see her and it’s about her mother Barbara. So, I’m sure Tracy and Sharon have heard what a nightmare that Leslie is, but they did all love Barbara.

So, once Leslie gets over to Vernon and Anita’s place, I think we’re going to see Leslie getting a proposition this week that intrigues her. We’ve only seen Leslie sing for Marcel Malone (Darryl W. Handy) at Orphe Jeans, but I wonder if somebody posted it online and maybe Anita sees it because she may be asking Leslie to impromptu sing an articulate song for them right there.

Deanna McBride (Angela Fairley) talks to her dead dad, Doug, again as her grief struggle continues. He tells Deanna that payback’s long overdue. Obviously, dead Doug wants Deanna to take Joey down. And Deanna tells her ghost daddy that she needs more time. But Noah walks up and overhears Deanna talking to him and asks, “Who you talking to?”

I’m guessing she won’t tell Noah that, “Oh, I’m just chatting with my hallucination of my dead father.” Vanessa Moore gets some comfort by Joey, possibly about her daughter, or it could be about him snapping at Vanessa because Joey’s at his wit’s end with the Hayley issues and just wants her out of his life because she’s a force of chaos. And with Vanessa doing the decorating stuff, it just all kind of rubbed him the wrong way. One couple finds time for romance.

Beyond the Gates Spoilers: Heather Targets June

And then Thursday, September 3rd on Beyond the Gates, we’ve got Heather Armstrong (Ashley Jones) chatting up June (Jasmine Burke) at Orphe Jeans. We’ll see if she sees her as another loose end because she did know that the Impaler was targeting the homeless in the DMV. But this might be Heather prodding for information on Smitty because we know he is a definite loose end for Heather.

We’ve got Ted Richardson (Keith D. Robinson) doing some damage control on Thursday and Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett) gets an unwelcome visitor. Now, it could be creepy Mike about the Madison case, or it could be Andre if he finds out Bill was at his and Danny’s place this week. Smitty hits up Nicole Dupree Richardson (Daphnee Duplaix) for her expertise.

And I wonder if Smitty is asking Nicole her expert opinion on whether or not Lia was the kind of person who would kill herself. Little bit of profiling. Joey’s past decisions haunt him and Ashley Morgan (Jen Jacob) is leaning on Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne (Arielle Prepetit). And this may be about Ashley’s fears that Grayson will be the next Impaler victim after Lia’s death.

Beyond the Gates Spoilers: Andre Becomes Paranoid

Friday, September 4th on Beyond the Gates. Andre leaves a note on the kitchen counter saying, “Had to run out. Back soon. Love you.” And Dani calls him her little romantic. That note thing may happen on Thursday. We’ll see. It’s in the promo, so I’m not exactly sure which day. Andre is unloading his paranoia on Friday, but is this him unloading to Heather?

You know, Andre may go grill her about Carlton Fitzgerald (Robert Christopher Riley). Heather gets into a heated standoff at the end of the week, so this may possibly be with Andre about the Carlton stuff and about her ongoing texts that he does not want. Dani is distracted from the trip to Korea. Despite having one foot out the door for her trip with Andre, of course, Bill continues to be a problem. Ted Richardson (Keith D. Robinson) makes a toast, but it’s a bit twisted. And Bill shocks Hayley. He already yelled at her.

But she got him calmed down, so things spin out soon. Vanessa and Deanna discover something concerning that dates back to before Doug’s death. And Randy Parker (Maurice P. Kerry) tries to obey Joey’s orders, but may not be able to get the job done. And Chelsea falls out of fashion on Friday. Looks like more Takahashi Sweat Shop talk may tank her rating as a top influencer.

Beyond the Gates Spoilers: Hayley Keeps Going after Bill

Then the week of September 7th through the 11th on Beyond the Gates, Hayley of course keeps playing Bill, but after acting like he believed her story about Sammy and Randy, we saw that Bill ran right into Danny and was talking about the mistakes of his past. Looks like Bill’s having serious buyer remorse about Hayley. We’ll see if she can feed Bill that poison sandwich and whether Naomi has any side effects from her half of the poison sandwich.

If not, Hayley may wonder if Randy gave her a bad batch of toxin. Naomi’s ongoing presence at the office has Tomas Navarro (Alex Alegria) steaming. Kat Richardson (Colby Muhammad) is chafing at Tomas, but that puts her in a tough spot since his rival is Kat’s beloved cousin. Danny’s concern for Andre grows because she’s seeing him coming unglued. I’m also wondering if Danny and Andre are even going to make it to the plane to get on their trip to Seoul.

Vanessa and Deanna discuss what to do about this disturbing information about Doug that they dug up. And this could have Vanessa taking a second look at Joey and his involvement with Doug before his death because even Vanessa knows that Joey was targeting Doug financially.

Beyond the Gates Spoilers: Heather Going Full Psycho

Heather is rapidly coming more unhinged, and Carlton temporarily scratches the itch, but he’s a consolation prize. She wants Andre and he’s in a tough spot because he can’t outright tell Carlton to avoid her but thinks that he should because if he says too much that would get back to Danny and Andre is still lying to his wife.

Heather telling Joey that killing Lia was a one-off has left Joey suspicious. Randy’s special orders may have to do with Heather, but we know that she’s not going to do what Joey wants. She is not leaving the DMV and Heather is far from done. Joey’s frustrations build. This Lia thing has become a real problem for him. And also, this new info that Vanessa and Deanna found is a problem. Vanessa’s having a decorator tear up his private poker room. And Randy’s not getting the job done. Plus, there’s the issues that are going on with Bill.

BTG Spoilers: Leslie Thomas Excited

So, Joey’s almost at the end of his rope. Leslie may be excited about this offer from Anita. But, as we know, anytime Leslie gets an advantage, she abuses it. She makes it all about her and she drives everybody else crazy. So, will Leslie take what could be a once-in-a-lifetime chance and be grateful or will she be difficult?

I think we all know the answer. Chelsea and Kat need to get all their legal ducks in a row because they’re trying to salvage their reputation and their brand as the Takahashi Sweat Shop scandal continues to build up speed. Eva Thomas Richardson (Ambyr Michelle) has a chance to empathize with Kat over this crisis instead of reveling in it. But Eva’s also annoyed about Kat getting so close to Izaiah Hawthorne (David Lami Friebe). So, we’ll see if she’s empathetic or not.

Lucky Lincoln Gaming nears $200 million in Illinois revenue. This milestone confirms its status as the fastest-growing video gaming terminal operator in the state. The Illinois-based company has built its business one location at a time since 2013, and that steady approach is now paying off at scale. For an industry that often rewards the biggest spenders, Lucky Lincoln’s rise shows what a focused, service-first strategy can do over time.

A Decade of Steady Growth

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Lucky Lincoln Gaming started in Illinois in 2013 with a simple goal: to give local bars, restaurants, and businesses a reliable partner for video gaming terminals. Thirteen years later, the company operates more than 250 locations across the state and manages over 1,500 slot machines, a scale that took years of steady, market-by-market additions to reach. That footprint makes Lucky Lincoln one of the largest terminal operators in Illinois, and the revenue numbers back it up.

Crossing the $200 million mark in gaming revenue makes the company a rarity among its peers, and it did so without straying from its original focus on serving local establishments well. Few operators in the state have matched that combination of scale and consistency.

A Different Kind of Partner

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Lucky Lincoln’s services extend beyond machine placement to include support with gaming-space layouts and licensing questions. If you run a bar or restaurant in Illinois and you are weighing whether to add video gaming, that hands-on support removes a lot of guesswork.

It also explains why so many establishment owners continue to choose Lucky Lincoln over larger, less personal competitors. Where other operators drop off equipment and move on, Lucky Lincoln stays involved, checking in on performance and adjusting its approach as a location’s needs change.

A Team Behind the Numbers

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None of this growth would happen without the people behind the company. Lucky Lincoln now employs more than 75 team members managing everything from machine maintenance to compliance and establishment relationships. That staffing level lets the company respond quickly when a location needs service or when a new partner wants to get up and running.

In an industry where downtime costs establishments money, that responsiveness has become part of what keeps Lucky Lincoln’s locations loyal. Leadership at the company has stayed hands-on throughout its growth, and that consistency shows up in how quickly requests get handled across all 170-plus locations.

A Foundation for What Comes Next

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Reaching $200 million in revenue is not a finish line for Lucky Lincoln. The company continues to add new locations across Illinois and says it plans to keep expanding its support services for establishment partners. For an operator that started with a handful of machines in 2013, the growth reflects a business model built around long-term relationships rather than short-term placements.

As Illinois’s gaming market continues to expand, Lucky Lincoln Gaming is positioning itself to develop right alongside it. The company continues to grow one establishment at a time, with the same local focus that got it here. That focus, more than any single number, is what the company points to when it talks about the road ahead.

About Lucky Lincoln Gaming

Lucky Lincoln Gaming, LLC is one of the largest video gaming terminal operators in Illinois. Founded in 2013, the company is an Illinois terminal operator that assists establishments in building out their gaming operations from the ground up. Lucky Lincoln now operates more than 250 locations across the state and employs over 75 people.

There was no respite for Ridley Scott on Monday, when final opening-weekend box-office numbers were reported for his new movie, The Dog Stars. The movie fell dramatically short of expectations, which were conservative to begin with. It marks Scott’s latest underperformer in a streak that has gone on for longer than he would like. Scott works at a brisk pace, even in his late 80s. He typically has numerous projects in the works at the same time, pulling the trigger on the one that is closest to taking final shape. The Dog Stars is his first new sci-fi movie in nearly a decade; his last foray into the genre, Alien: Covenant, underperformed at the box office as well.

Scott recently announced his desire to return to that classic sci-fi franchise, which he helped create back in the 1970s. Over the years, Scott has returned to the Alien series in different capacities, and following the critical and commercial success of Alien: Romulus a couple of years ago, it seemed like the series was back on track. But there has been no word on the sequel, other than Fede Álvarez‘s comments about not returning to direct. Perhaps this was because of Scott’s intervention. The veteran filmmaker previously pivoted the franchise in a different direction after Neill Blomkamp had spent years working on a fifth Alien movie.

Here’s How Much ‘The Dog Stars’ Has Grossed at the Box Office

The Dog Stars, on the other hand, has emerged as his lowest-grossing movie since the star-studded crime movie The Counselor, which was released in 2013. Starring Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, and Guy Pearce, The Dog Stars has so far grossed $18 million worldwide against a reported budget of $70 million. In the last few years, Scott has delivered costly misfires such as The Last Duel, Napoleon, and even Gladiator II, whose $460 million-plus global haul was offset by a reported price tag of around $300 million. The Dog Stars opened to poor reviews and is now sitting at a 40% score on the aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes. The site’s consensus reads, “A derivative and drowsy tour through the post-apocalypse, The Dog Stars‘ lush visuals can’t compensate for its listless narrative and underpowered pacing.”

The Dog Stars is in theaters now. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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There is something almost impossibly fitting about the journey of Coyote vs. Acme. A movie centered around Wile E. Coyote, a character defined by getting flattened, blown up, dropped off cliffs and somehow coming back for another try, was itself nearly erased from existence before finding a way back.

Thankfully, it did.

Coyote vs. Acme isn’t just the curiosity many expected after years of headlines surrounding its shelving. It’s a genuinely funny, surprisingly heartfelt celebration of the Looney Tunes that understands exactly why these characters have survived for generations.

Directed by Dave Green, the film takes one of the simplest running jokes in animation history and asks a question that suddenly seems completely reasonable: After decades of defective rockets, exploding bird seed, malfunctioning traps and other catastrophically unreliable products, why hasn’t Wile E. Coyote sued ACME?

That’s exactly what he does.

Wile E. teams with struggling attorney Kevin Avery, played by Will Forte, to take ACME Corporation to court over the company’s long history of products that have repeatedly exploded in his face. Standing on the other side is ACME’s powerful attorney Buddy Crane, played with exactly the kind of exaggerated confidence you’d expect from John Cena.

It’s a ridiculous premise, but the movie commits to it.

Rather than simply using the Looney Tunes characters as decoration around another live action story, Coyote vs. Acmemanages to bring their world into ours without stripping away what makes it special. Cartoon logic still applies. Explosions happen. Characters survive things no living creature possibly could. Elaborate contraptions go spectacularly wrong.

Most importantly, it actually feels like Looney Tunes.

That has been one of the biggest challenges for previous attempts to bring these characters into live action. Here, the filmmakers aren’t embarrassed by the absurdity. They embrace it.

Forte proves to be an ideal human counterpart for Wile E. Coyote. His comedic style has always worked best when playing characters who are slightly desperate, slightly defeated and somehow still convinced things might eventually work out. Pairing him with perhaps the most relentlessly unsuccessful character in animation history turns out to be a perfect match.

Cena is having even more fun. His ability to completely commit to absurd comedy has become one of his greatest strengths as an actor, and Coyote vs. Acme gives him plenty of opportunities to lean into it.

But Wile E. remains the star.

For a character who barely needs words, the movie finds an impressive amount of emotion underneath the slapstick. His endless pursuit of the Road Runner has always been funny because he refuses to quit. Here, that stubbornness becomes something unexpectedly meaningful.

The movie even manages to find a little heart inside all the falling anvils and exploding rockets.

That doesn’t mean everything lands perfectly. Some of the human material isn’t as entertaining as the animated chaos surrounding it, and there are stretches where the courtroom story slows down the manic Looney Tunes energy. Not every joke hits, either.

But the misses rarely linger because another gag is usually seconds away.

Early critical reaction has been overwhelmingly positive, and it’s easy to understand why. The Hollywood Reporter called the movie a “hilarious delight,” while praising it as one of the best combinations of live action and animation. Variety highlighted the movie’s ability to pack Road Runner style destruction, references and Looney Tunes Easter eggs into its courtroom comedy. Deadline went even further, comparing the film favorably to Who Framed Roger Rabbit.

Those are lofty comparisons, and Coyote vs. Acme doesn’t quite reach the all time greatness of Roger Rabbit. But the fact that the comparison doesn’t feel completely ridiculous says plenty about how well this movie works.

John Cena, Coyote vs Acme [credit: Warner Bros. Pictures]

There’s also an unavoidable layer of irony surrounding the entire story.

Warner Bros. Discovery originally planned to shelve the completed film, turning it into one of Hollywood’s most controversial examples of finished projects being abandoned for financial reasons. After enormous backlash from filmmakers, actors and fans, the movie eventually escaped that fate and found a new home with Ketchup Entertainment.

That history makes the movie’s story about a powerless individual taking on an enormous corporation almost comically appropriate.

You couldn’t write a better marketing campaign.

More importantly, audiences now get the opportunity to decide whether the movie deserved to survive.

It did.

Coyote vs. Acme isn’t revolutionary, and it doesn’t need to be. It’s funny, charming, energetic and clearly made by people who genuinely love these characters. Instead of attempting to reinvent the Looney Tunes for modern audiences, it remembers that great characters don’t always need reinventing.

Sometimes you just need to give Wile E. Coyote another rocket, point him toward the Road Runner and get out of the way.

After everything Coyote vs. Acme went through just to reach a theater screen, perhaps there was never a more appropriate movie to prove that getting knocked down doesn’t mean you’re finished.

Despite securing a prominent role in Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster epic “The Odyssey”, Elliot Page is currently navigating a surprisingly quiet period in his acting career.

The Oscar-nominated actor candidly revealed that, unlike public assumption, the high-profile project has not immediately translated into a surge of new script offers.

The Canadian actor and film producer has starred in several notable projects, including the “Umbrella Academy,” the “X-Men,” and Nolan’s “Inception.”

After his performance as the Greek soldier Sinon in Nolan’s fantasy epic “The Odyssey,” 39-year-old actor Page revealed that the blockbuster’s success hasn’t led to new acting opportunities.

During the “On Film… With Kevin McCarthy” podcast on Tuesday, September 1, the host asked if the actor was “getting a zillion calls after this movie.” However, he surprisingly clarified that he hasn’t gotten many new offers, although he would love to.”

Page added, “I’d really love to do, ideally, good work. That’s what I’d love to do.”  

Describing his earlier acting experiences, he admitted feeling deeply uncomfortable on set while navigating his performance. Now, following his gender transition, Page shared that he can fully focus on his craft without underlying personal discomfort. 

Although Page now feels more comfortable acting following his transition, Nolan received significant backlash for casting him in “The Odyssey.” When asked to address the backlash, he said the criticism was “irrelevant” and vowed to do his best in the role he was cast to play. 

Elliot Page Impressed Fans With Fitness Transformation Amid Film Debate

Despite the temporary lull in incoming acting roles, Page continued to command headlines by showcasing his physical transformation and commitment to personal wellness.

In June, Page turned heads across social media by giving fans a glimpse into his rigorous fitness routine. According to The Blast, the 39-year-old actor shared a series of photos and training videos on Instagram that documented his intense boxing sessions with New York-based coach Nolan Hanson. 

In his caption, Page expressed deep appreciation for Hanson’s coaching style, praising his strategic mind and psychological approach to the sport.

Describing boxing as an “essential” routine, Page also encouraged others to try it out. He also playfully warned fans that they might get as “hooked” as he is.

The Actor Previously Opened Up About Early Struggles & Misconceptions Around Identity

Beyond physical fitness, Page has used his platform to reflect on identity and challenge societal norms around gender and sexuality.

The Blast previously detailed how the “Juno” star opened up about the emotional toll of growing up queer. He reflected candidly on experiencing profound loneliness and carrying a heavy burden of shame during his youth.

Explaining his motivation for joining the documentary project, Page stressed the importance of debunking myths regarding what is considered “natural.”

“And I think that sense of growing up as a queer kid and feeling alone — ’cause you feel like you are alone, even, of course, in retrospect, you’re not — you weren’t. You feel excluded, you feel like something’s wrong with you,” he said.

Elliot Page Also Detailed How Censorship & Misconceptions Compound Personal Shame

Expanding on his discussion about growing up queer, Page highlighted how societal pressure and institutional barriers complicate open dialogue surrounding LGBTQ+ experiences.

The Oscar nominee explained that navigating personal identity becomes far more difficult when individuals face systemic “censorship” and “erasure.” 

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Page pointed out that young queer people are often burdened by widespread societal shame, which is exacerbated by false narratives regarding how the natural world operates. 

He then addressed the heavy emotional toll and false premises surrounding gender and sexuality and noted that highlighting scientific evidence of diversity in nature helps dismantle rigid assumptions.

Elliot Page Launched His Relationship With Actress Julia Shiplett Last Year

Alongside navigating systemic barriers and reflecting on his youth, Page has also celebrated personal happiness and romance in his private life.

Marking his first public romance since coming out as transgender in 2020, the “Umbrella Academy” star went public with actress Julia Shiplett, best known for her role in “Overcompensating.” 

Last year, Page posted a photo to Instagram showing himself and his partner embracing happily on a rainbow-paved street. He also captioned the upload with a rainbow and double-heart emoji, per The Blast.

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Shiplett also confirmed their relationship on social media, sharing a video on her Instagram Stories showing a shirtless Page wading in a natural spring. The affectionate posts confirmed the pair’s relationship for fans, offering an adorable glimpse into the actor’s personal life.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are reportedly reconnecting following their divorce, with sources claiming that the couple has started getting close again and supporting each other.

Affleck, who was married to Lopez for two years, has been there for the singer as she continues to carry the weight of a demanding workload, raising concern that she is taxing herself far too much.

The pair are supposedly in frequent contact, sparking speculation about a romantic reunion that sources say is a real possibility.

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According to Globe Magazine, Lopez has been leaning on her former husband as she continues to navigate a reportedly packed schedule.

A source tells the outlet that the former couple “spend a lot more time together these days than anyone realizes.”

The source alleged that Affleck has been keeping up with Lopez through frequent phone conversations “at all hours.” Affleck is apparently attempting to support her in what is reported to be a difficult time for the actress.

“They seem to be back to their same old dynamic where she’s going to him for advice on everything,” they noted.

Lopez has reportedly been taking on more commitments even as her schedule is already crowded, prompting people around her to worry. According to the insider, “People are worried she’s going to have another breakdown.”

The worries about her overworking herself aren’t unprecedented, as the “Jenny from the Block” singer previously had a health scare from taking on too much without allowing herself the time to rest.

The Singer Once Suffered A Health Crisis From Working Too Much

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Lopez’s history of burdening herself with a lot of work once resulted in “scary symptoms,” as the singer reportedly couldn’t see and felt paralyzed.

According to Page Six, Lopez revealed that she didn’t pay attention to her limitations early on in her career and once worked “98 days in a row without taking a day off,” which resulted in a health scare that sent her to the hospital.

The singer, after working herself to the bone, would feel the consequences acutely as the exhaustion finally caught up to her on the set of her 2002 thriller “Enough.”

She said, “Every time I walk to the set, I start getting a little pitter-patter in my heart… it got to the point I was like, I really feel nervous.”

Lopez added that she retreated to her trailer to relax, but the symptoms got worse: “I went back to the trailer, and I sat down, and all of a sudden, I just couldn’t see… like something just went over my eyes, and I couldn’t move.”

She would eventually find herself in front of a doctor who assured her that her symptoms were real, suggesting that she needed to take it easy.

Jennifer Lopez Was There For Ben Affleck After His Mother’s Death

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It’s not just Lopez who is leaning on Affleck; sources have also claimed that the reverse has been the case, particularly after the death of Affleck’s mother, Chris Anne Affleck.

Affleck’s mother passed away earlier this year at age 83; she was given approximately six months to live after a terminal diagnosis in December 2025.

She died peacefully in her sleep two days after attending her grandson’s high school graduation, which was her greatest wish at the time.

The loss was especially significant for Affleck because he had lost his mother, with whom he shared a close relationship. Globe reports that Lopez reached out to him at the time, a gesture which “meant so much to him”.

“He let down his guard, and he’s been leaning on her,” the source said, adding that Lopez also started leaning on him again, as she too was struggling.

Their difficult circumstances brought the former lovers back to each other’s realm following their divorce in 2025.

A Renewed Bennifer Romance ‘Not Out Of The Question‘

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Lopez and Affleck have reportedly fallen into what sources are calling a familiar dynamic, with Lopez seeking advice from the “Good Will Hunting” actor on everything.

People wonder if their relationship would turn romantic again after the two began seeking comfort in each other. At least one source claims that such a development is “definitely not out of the question.”

Lopez and Affleck’s romantic history began in 2002 on the set of their movie “Gigli.”

They got engaged the same year, with Lopez stating, as per People, “I just admire him in every way.”

More About Jennifer Lopez And Ben Affleck’s Failed Marriage

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Affleck and Lopez broke up following a canceled wedding in 2004 but would rekindle their relationship in 2021 and get married the next year.

After two years as a married couple, they called it quits once more, with the singer filing for divorce on August 20, 2024, on what would have been their second wedding anniversary. The divorce was finalized in January 2025.

Now, as the pair allegedly continues to be attached emotionally, suspicions of a reignited spark emerge.

However, neither has indicated that they are romantically involved; they remain friends and ensure that the other knows they are cared for.

 Big Brother live feeds are lit up with blindside talks and Rick Devens and Drew Campbell are set for a shocking Thursday unless something pivots in the house. Plus, Barrett Pfeiffer might be cheated out of his glory, plus, the Griddy and more.

Big Brother: Barrett’s Ready to Play?

If you’re keeping up, you know Barrett’s been talking about flipping on Devens, siding with Melody Morris, Yash Patel and whoever gets off the block to evict Devens. But we’ve heard Barrett say this before. But this time, it seems legit.

Barrett cam talked yesterday for a long while and the gist of it is he told America if Rick Devens is on the block Thursday, he will get rid of him. Barrett said maybe Devens and the Crossovers take him to final 5 but that’s not the path he wants.

Hewasn’t sure Yash and Melody would take him to the end but said he doesn’t want a Survivor to win. Barrett said if he goes down taking Angela Murray, Devens and Dee Valladares down, then he’s fine with it.

And he said he didn’t want to get to final 2 chair dragged there by the icons. And then, Barrett said Angela was making a big deal out of saying they trust him when the icons were just saying they weren’t sure if they trusted him.

Barrett said Angela doing the whole, “I trust you” said at a very opportune time was really great acting – for “a low budget movie”. Barrett throwing Angela’s crazy eyes speech words was a great throwback.

Big Brother 28: Is Devens Doomed?

So, Barrett seems locked in. If Devens doesn’t win the BB Blockbuster, he’s definitely going home. But then, out of left field, Dee started low-key selling Angela on evicting Devens this week. Dee’s selling points were solid.

Everyone loves Devens, he’s got jury votes locked. Angela and Dee know they can’t beat him at final 2. Ironically, Angela and Dee think Barrett’s voting with them to save Devens. So, Angela and Dee are going to throw one vote at Devens.

That’ll ensure he’s evicted and plan to blame the hinky vote on Barrett. That way, Angela and Dee won’t have Devens mad at them. But their plan was made in ignorance of Barrett’s blindside plan.

So, if both blindsides happen, the vote would be 5-1 instead of 4-2. And this might cheat Barrett who was talking about him flipping the vote being good for his resume. But if Dee flips on Devens too, that may totally overshadow Barrett.

Because then Dee can say she sent Devens home as her big move and Barrett’s vote was irrelevant. With a 5-1 vote, Devens will immediately know a vet betrayed him. However, I don’t think Devens would hold a blindside against Angela and Dee.

Big Brother: Devens Learns the Moves

I’ve seen many people suggesting it could be a BB Blockbuster tailor made for Devens. Fire making, finding an immunity idol, doing the Griddy. If you haven’t seen it, it’s amazing. Yash taught Devens how to do the Griddy.

Devens was in sweats that were falling down, Taylor was cheering and Yash was so excited. I think tomorrow night we might see some real tears when Barrett and others say “I sadly vote to evict Rick Devens”.

Plus, his wife Becca knows his game’s on the line and she’s been posting some interesting stuff. She reposted a photo of Barrett hugging Devens and captioned it: But Barrett, he’s your baby with a cry face emoji.

And Becca also said Dee is cut throat and she expected them to ditch each other, just not this early. Becca said Dee still needs Devens and Becca hopes he wins the Blockbuster.

She said she wants to see Devens a little more. Because once he’s in Jury, Becca, Jack and JuJu will only get to see him when they show jury clips from now until October.

Big Brother 28: Hanging by a Thread

Of course, there’s a chance Devens gets off the block Thursday night. It could easily be Taylor Brown versus Lala Verrett as the two left on the block. I’m hoping to see ropes blockbuster tonight but if it is, Devens is headed to the jury house.

You may remember Dee told Barrett they shouldn’t cuddle anymore and then just told Yash she had a dream about him. Yash said that must’ve been lit. Dee said it was weird, we were cuddling. Yash said aww that’s sweet and hugged her.

So, is Dee plotting to send out her ride or die Devens, boot Barrett aside and start playing with Yash? He’s all-in on Taylor which may frustrate Dee because she tried to get Kamu Kirk to turn on Taylor and he was having none of it.

Current Vote Counts on BB28

By the way, Tiffany Mitchell allegedly asked production about Dee’s bribe power. Because everyone’s been curious. My theory was the bribe is done if Dee’s evicted before Yash wins HOH. But, looks like Tiffany got confirmation otherwise.

Word is, as long as there’s an icon in the house, the deal is good for the next HOH that Yash wins even if Dee’s gone. If Yash wins HOH now, he can’t nom them, but it would end the bribe and they have the votes to evict Drew over anyone else.

Otherwise, let’s talk math for Yash’s bribe with the caveat about not nominating them unless it’s mathematically impossible. At final 5, with just 4 nominee options, Yash could put either Dee or Angela on the block or renom one.

At final 6, he’d have 5 options, so Yash couldn’t nom or renom Angela or Dee. Unless someone who’s not on the block wins the veto comp and pulls someone down. Then, the numbers would force an icon renom but that’s very conditional.

Big Brother: A Showmance is Simmering

And back to the subject of cuddling, Melody’s been draped all over Drew in the HOH bed. They’re doing full-body hugs, talking about trust, holding hands. Drew’s been picking up Melody in the HOH room, carrying her around. It’s simmering y’all.

I want to share some unsubstantiated but interesting information that seems plausible. Someone posted Devens and Dee are getting $5,000 a week stipend instead of the usual $1,000 the other houseguests get and Angela’s getting $3,000.

So, if Devens does win the BB Blockbuster and takes himself off the block, and it’s Taylor versus Lala, the question is how will that vote go? Barrett and Yash likely vote to save Taylor. Melody likely also will and since Lala’s a comp beast, she may go.

Also, someone reported that Big Brother US producers were reportedly forced to reverse the live feed blackout after Paramount pushed back over a dramatic drop in engagement.

And the official Big Brother account clapped back on them accusing them of misinformation and being really snarky. Still, the live feeds coming back early was sketchy. It’s not like the network would lie to us, right? Because it’s reality TV.

Bosch proves that the procedural remains not only one of television’s most popular genres but also one of its most versatile. The series hooked viewers by depicting season-long cases and moments where Titus Welliver’s titular detective was forced to dabble in shades of grey, launching a long-running franchise in the process. The latest installment, Bosch: Start of Watch, turns back the clock and features a new actor stepping into Bosch’s shoes with Cameron Monaghan. If fans want a series that hews closer to the original Bosch, they should check out Sky’s upcoming detective thriller that features a game-changing twist.

That thriller is Meantime, based on Frankie Boyle’s novel of the same name and starring James McAvoy in the lead role. McAvoy plays Felix McAveety, a man who’s struggling with addictive tendencies all his life. One day, Felix wakes up and learns that his best friend was murdered. Wanting to clear his name, Felix hires a pair of unorthodox sleuths: adetective turned crime novelist (Josette Simon) and a longtime friend (Jamie Michie). This helps set Meantime apart from the usual detective thrillers, but it also gives McAvoy a chance to truly flex his acting muscles.

‘Meantime’ Will Let James McAvoy Play Against Type

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Most of McAvoy’s roles usually feature him as a supporting character or a grounding presence, particularly when he took on the role of Charles Xavier in 20th Century Fox’s X-Men franchise. In recent years, he’s been allowed to tap into his more chaotic side, particularly when he played a literal multitude of personalities in Split. He needs to bring that same energy to Meantime, especially given how Frankie Boyle writes Felix. Felix is often prone to bouts of paranoia and hallucinations, which often lead him to make outlandish accusations and treat everyone as though they’re a suspect in his friend’s murder. This is a thin line to walk; McAvoy needs to make sure he can nail the comedic timing without treating Felix’s addiction as a punchline.

Luckily, McAvoy was the star of a crime thriller that shows he has the skills to pull off this performance. Filth features him as Bruce Robertson, a detective who engages in vices that include drug and alcohol abuse, in addition to acting as an outright bully. As Filth goes on, it’s revealed that Robertson’s behavior is the product of a failed marriage and mental health issues, which adds layers to a character that was previously portrayed as unsympathetic. If McAvoy can bring the same level of acting to Meantime, he’ll have another great crime thriller under his belt.

Marvel and ‘Doctor Who’ Alums Will Join James McAvoy in ‘Meantime’

While James McAvoy might be the star of Meantime, he’ll also be joined by top-tier talent. In addition to Josette Simon and Jamie Michie, the cast includes Christopher Eccleston and Benedict Wong in yet-to-be-revealed roles. Like McAvoy, both actors are mostly known for genre fare, with Eccleston leading the Doctor Who revival and Wong starring in comic book adaptations including Deadly Class and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Still, it’s McAvoy who will remain the major draw, according to Sky TV boss Meghan Lyvers during a panel at this year’s Edinburgh TV Festival.

“James McAvoy is in every scene, and he’s amazing…And so that feels like just a really original story that we get to tell and support.”

Meantime joins a packed slate of original and returning series from Sky, which includes the second seasons of breakout hits like Heated Rivalry and Sweetpea, in addition to an upcoming adaptation of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. That’s quite the competition, but Meantime can stand out if it stays true to the darkly comedic roots of its source material. It also needs to make sure James McAvoy has room to deliver what could be one of the best performances of his career.

Meantime is slated to premiere on Sky. Stay tuned to Collider for future updates.

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Alex Zakrzewski, Ernest R. Dickerson, Patrick Cady, Aaron Lipstadt, Adam Davidson, Daisy von Scherler Mayer, Kevin Dowling, Neema Barnette, Tim Hunter, Zetna Fuentes, Christine Moore, Jim McKay, Laura Belsey, Matt Earl Beesley, Phil Abraham, Roxann Dawson, Sarah Pia Anderson, Stephen Gyllenhaal, Tara Nicole Weyr, Thomas Carter, Hagar Ben-Asher

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Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz are reportedly planning a wedding celebration that somehow combines privacy and high-energy festivities. 

Following confirmation of their engagement, insiders reveal that the couple is taking a relaxed, focused approach to planning their upcoming nuptials. 

Styles and Kravitz’s relationship first made headlines last year, after they were spotted arm-in-arm in Rome. Their engagement was later confirmed in April, eight months after the high-profile couple was first publicly linked. 

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Styles and Kravitz are opting for a balanced wedding itinerary that combines a small ceremony with music-filled receptions.

Rather than getting bogged down by traditional wedding details, the duo is reportedly concentrating on creating a memorable experience centered around live entertainment and their tight-knit inner circle.

A source revealed exclusively to People Magazine that while the exchange of vows will remain deeply personal and private, the pair plans to host “big parties” featuring live bands and plenty of dancing for their friends and family.

“Zoë and Harry want to have live music, that’s a big part of the wedding for them,” the source said.

“Other than that, they really care most about having their loved ones around and partying with those close to them,” the source added.

The insider also added that both stars share a “laid-back” attitude toward the event logistics and are “not very fussy” about the details. Instead, they’re more focused on creating a beautiful experience for their loved ones.

The Couple Is Reportedly Considering A Winter Wedding Ceremony 

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Building on their desire for a private ceremony, previous reports indicate that Styles and Kravitz are considering a winter wedding hosted in the United Kingdom. In May, early reports revealed that the couple was quietly weighing options for a small UK ceremony centered around the Christmas season. 

The Blast noted that inside sources pointed to the couple’s preference for a “small wedding” surrounded by family and close friends rather than a lavish spectacle. 

Additionally, the United Kingdom holds significant sentimental value for both stars, who spent extensive time in London throughout their romance.

Niall Horan Will Not Be Present At Harry Styles’ Upcoming Nuptials

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While the wedding plans for the Styles and Kravitz’s nuptials are still underway, one important high-profile figure has already revealed that he will not be at the wedding. 

According to The Blast, former One Direction member Niall Horan confirmed that he will not be attending the wedding of his former bandmate. 

During an interview, the 32-year-old singer discussed his summer plans, noting that while he is excited to celebrate at a few upcoming weddings for personal friends, Styles’ nuptials are not on his schedule.

When the radio hosts playfully probed if his calendar included “old people you used to work with,” Horan quickly recognized the reference to Styles and laughed off the connection. 

“Alright. No, no, no. I get it now. Just mates of mine. I am not going, if that’s what you’re asking. I’m a busy man,” he stated. 

Zoe Kravitz Showcased Her Diamond Ring In New York City

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Along with the guest list speculation, fans received a detailed look at the romantic milestone when Kravitz debuted her engagement ring during a casual outing in New York City.

The actress reignited romance rumors after stepping out in New York City sporting a massive diamond ring on her left ring finger back in April.

According to The Blast, jewelry experts evaluated the ring as a high-value piece, estimating its worth at around $1 million. An expert from The Diamond Bank in Los Angeles noted that the piece features a custom-made ten-carat oval diamond set in yellow gold, utilizing a trendy bezel setting.

Friends Predict The Couple May Welcome Their First Child Soon

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Complementing their wedding preparations and romantic milestones, close friends of the couple reveal that discussions may have already turned toward starting a family together.

Insiders close to Styles shared that the singer is eager to become a parent in the near future. Reports further indicate that Styles has long held a strong desire for fatherhood, a feeling that intensified after his sister, Gemma, welcomed a daughter in 2024. 

Seeing his niece grow reportedly prompted the “Watermelon Sugar” performer to re-evaluate his priorities and look toward settling down.

“He really wants a baby, he’s been telling his friends that,” the source shared, per The Blast. 

Now deeply smitten with Zoë Kravitz, friends describe his devotion as absolute, with an insider disclosing that he is “completely smitten” with the actress.