Roomies, Rihanna has fans gushing after dropping the most adorable photos of her and A$AP Rocky’s baby girl, Rocki Irish Mayers. Rih shared the precious flicks on social media following Rocki’s first birthday, and chileeee, the cuteness has fans in their feels! Now, folks are saying their baby fever is officially through the ROOF! 

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A Whole Heart-Stealer! Baby Rocki Has The Internet “Awww!”

Rocki Irish Mayers officially turned one on Sept. 13, and Rihanna celebrated the milestone by reflecting on just how fast those 365 days flew by. The Fenty Beauty mogul hit Instagram with a sweet carousel packed with adorable moments featuring her baby girl, and heart-eye emojis quickly flooded her comment section. Rih included everything from precious photos of Rocki shortly after her birth to cute clips of lil’ mama eating breakfast, catching some Z’s and enjoying some time out with Rihanna. But chileeee, one video completely stole fans’ hearts! Rihanna tried to take her Louis Vuitton bag away from Rocki, and baby girl was NOT having it. Rocki immediately turned on the tears and didn’t let up Rih handed the designer bag right back. Okay, expensive taste already! 

Too Cute For The Timeline! Baby Rocki Has Fans Melting

Once The Shade Room reposted Baby Rocki’s adorable flicks, the Roomies kept the heart-eye emojis coming in the comment section. Some folks said they couldn’t handle the cuteness, while others kicked off a whole debate over who lil’ mama favors more — Rihanna or A$AP Rocky.

Instagram user @nah.realist wrote, “lol aww look at lil ASAP 🤣🥰” 

Instagram user @nikkistclair wrote, “A real life cabbage patch kid 😍” 

While Instagram user @courtneyy.danielle wrote, “She wasn’t gone stop until she got that daughter.” 

Then Instagram user @satiraa_j wrote, “She is such a pretty baby 😍”

Another Instagram user @misstve wrote, “She SO STINKIN CUTE and Rih Rih seems like such a GREAT MOMMY!!! 🥰🥰” 

Instagram user @iamamiofficial_ wrote, “Imagine being Rihanna’s daughter? She is blessed! 😍” 

Then another Instagram user @48niya wrote, “She’s a fashion killa already 🥰” 

Lastly, Instagram user @rmb_estate wrote, “My ovariesss😍😩🥰 not her cryinngg💔😂 She’s absolutely perfect like her mama” 

The Cutest Plus-On! A$AP Rocky Steps Out With Baby Rocki

Lil’ Rocki has been stealing hearts ever since she entered the world! Back in May, lil’ mama had fans gushing when she stepped out for a daddy-daughter date with A$AP Rocky in New York City. Rocki stayed cozy in a carrier, all swaddled up in a pink blanket like the lil’ princess she is. A$AP popped out looking fly as per usual, but baby girl stole the show. Peep the adorable flicks below.

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Rose McIver revealed why she will be “absent” from several episodes when Ghosts returns for season 6.

McIver, 37, shared a photo of a baby’s hand, writing via Instagram on Friday, September 25, “Keen eyed viewers will notice that Sam is a little absent at the start of this season of Ghosts — I’ve been a wee bit preoccupied but will be back to join everyone soon!”

She continued: “Huge thanks to everyone for your patience. I love both my jobs and feel really fortunate to be supported in both.”

McIver’s post appeared to confirm that she welcomed baby No. 2 with husband George Byrne. The couple, who got married in 2023, previously expanded their family with a daughter in 2024. As a result, Ghosts went out of their way to hide McIver’s baby bump in season 3.

Related: Which Network Shows Won’t Air in Fall 2026? ‘Shifting Gears,’ ‘The Rookie’

The fall 2026 TV schedule is overflowing with new and returning shows — but some of your favorite programs are being held until the new year. CBS announced its schedule in April 2026, and viewers couldn’t help but notice some substantial changes. Ghosts, Matlock and NCIS: Sydney received a shakeup by having their premieres moved […]

“We’re not writing it in. Currently, Jay and Sam aren’t going to have kids,” showrunner Joe Wiseman told TV Insider in February 2024. “That is something that could happen down the line.”

Wiseman noted that they weren’t ruling out a baby in the future — just not right now, adding, “Yeah, we’re definitely open to it. It just felt a little early in the series to make such a big change.”

Showrunner Joe Port, meanwhile, showed support for the idea of Sam and Jay becoming parents later. “We’re not writing [the pregnancy] in, but that doesn’t mean they can’t have [a baby] in future seasons,” he added. “It would be fun to see all the ghosts’ perspectives on parenting.”

Ghosts, which premiered on CBS in 2021, follows married couple Sam (McIver) and Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) after they inherit a country estate. Their plan to convert the historic home into a bed and breakfast doesn’t pan out when a near-death experience in the house causes Sam to suddenly see the ghosts who live there.

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The fall 2026 lineup is going to look a little different for CBS after some shows went through surprising changes. CBS announced its schedule on Wednesday, April 15, with viewers noticing some substantial changes. Ghosts, Matlock and NCIS: Sydney received a shakeup by having their premieres moved to 2027 for midseason. They will join the […]

The comedy is expected to return for holiday specials in 2026 before making an official return midseason.

CBS announced its schedule in April, and viewers couldn’t help but notice some substantial changes. Ghosts, Matlock and NCIS: Sydney received a shakeup by having their premieres moved to 2027 for midseason. They will join the new show Einstein, which is finally premiering in 2027 as well.

Matlock‘s time slot will be given to Elsbeth to allow Cupertino to premiere on the same night. NCIS: Sydney, meanwhile, is moving to midseason as NCIS: Origins — which received a shorter episode order — takes over to pair off with NCIS: New York.

Rihanna sent the internet into a frenzy after taking to social media to share a rare post featuring her daughter Rocki, who recently turned one. Along with the cute photos, the “Diamonds” singer shared a hilariously relatable caption: “Who let me have a daughter, bro?”

Fans took to the comments section to gush over the toddler, while others joked that Rihanna is already turning Rocki into a “mini diva.”

Rihanna, who shares two other children with her partner A$AP Rocky, previously opened up about her experience as a mom and her desire to create a family that “breaks generational curses.”

Rihanna Jokes ‘Who Let Me Have A Daughter?’ In Adorable Rocki Post

Rihanna took to Instagram on Saturday to share a post capturing some cute mother-daughter moments with Rocki, who turned 1 two weeks ago.

The photo carousel features the toddler showing off undeniable charm, already taking after her mother’s unmistakable flair and style.

In one post, Rocki is seen innocently sporting a wig, while another shows her crying after being denied a designer handbag. In a third clip, she struggles to take off a pair of sunglasses and a baseball hat her famous mom wore while being fed eggs.

But Rihanna’s relatable SOS-style caption warmed the hearts of many users. “Who let me have a daughter, bro?” she wrote.

Baby Rocki’s Designer Taste Has Rihanna Fans In Stitches

Fans flooded the comments section with sweet reactions, with others noting that Rihanna may have another star on her hands.

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“No, seriously, who done let the diva have a mini diva?!!” an Instagram user wrote, while another said, “Please make sure you save all them bags for her. She’s coming for everything.”

Someone else wrote, “Rih, she’s so precious! I know you two will be besties.”

“Girl, you did… you really said ‘let me casually create a whole mini-Rihanna’ and look at her,” a different person penned before wishing Rocki a “happy first birthday.”

Rihanna Said She And A$AP Rocky Weren’t ‘Planning Against’ A Baby

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Aside from Rocki, Rihanna also shares sons RZA Athelston and Riot Rose with her partner, A$AP Rocky.

The two superstars have been together since 2020, and while they weren’t actively planning to start a family, she previously said they were “certainly not planning against it” either.

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“I don’t know when I ovulate or any of that type of sh-t. We just had fun,” she told Vogue. “And then it was just there on the test. I didn’t waste any time. I called him inside and showed him. Then I was in the doctor’s office the next morning, and our journey began.”

“I always thought it would be marriage first, then a baby, but who the f-ck says it has to be that way,” she said at the time. “I’m certainly not gonna let that get in the way of me being a mom.”

Rihanna Wants Her Family To ‘Break Generational Curses’

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Meanwhile, Rihanna was recently spotted enjoying some alone time in Paris as she attended Celine Dion’s residency before heading to her longtime favorite restaurant, César, per Vogue.

Amid her busy schedule juggling several sprawling businesses and a successful music career, the nine-time Grammy winner has consistently balanced it all with family life.

After welcoming her second child in 2023, she gave an interview to “Access Hollywood,” where she was asked what surprised her most about motherhood.

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The singer revealed the kind of mother she hoped to be while noting that she wanted to create a family that “breaks generational curses.”

“You don’t have an idea,” Rihanna said at the time, per TODAY. “You just hope, ‘I can have kids one day, and I hope I can have them in love, and I hope that I can be a part of a family that breaks generational curses and moves forward and does new things and raises our kids better than we were raised and all the beautiful things.’”

A$AP Rocky Lets Slip That Rihanna Is ‘Cooking’ In The Studio

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At the same time, fans may soon hear Rihanna sing again, as A$AP Rocky revealed she’s in the studio working on a new project.

During his wide-ranging interview with Jason Lee in August, the host asked whether he was the reason she hadn’t released a new project since 2016’s “Anti.”

But the “Praise The Lord” rapper told him “she’s in the studio” and is “cooking.”

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“Yeah, I said it, sorry babe,” he continued, adding that he would “get in trouble for this,” per the BBC.

Well, this story certainly has a bone to pick with the definition of a happy family! Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story takes us back to one of America’s most infamous murder cases, where family drama gets very bloody and the question of “who did it?” comes with an axe-load of suspicion. With Lizzie Borden at the centre of the story, I was curious to see how the Monster series would put its own spin on this notorious case.

One of the things I enjoyed about this chapter of the Monster series is that it doesn’t simply focus on the famous “Lizzie Borden took an axe” story that most people already know. It tries to look beyond the headlines and explore Lizzie as a person, as well as the circumstances surrounding the murders of her father and stepmother.

I also enjoyed the appearance of Aileen, who provides another connection to the wider Monster universe. Her inclusion was an interesting touch and reminded me that this series is not only interested in the crimes themselves, but also in the infamous people behind them and the stories that have developed around their cases.

The comparison between Lizzie and Aileen is also interesting. Their stories are very different, but both demonstrate how notorious murder cases can become larger than the people involved. Their appearances add another layer to the series and its exploration of some of the most infamous names in true crime.

Unfortunately, this is where I started to feel that the series didn’t quite reach its full potential.

Lizzie Borden’s story is fascinating enough to carry a compelling series, but I found the pacing to be quite uneven. There were moments where the story had me interested and wanting to know what would happen next, but there were also sections that felt slow and dragged the overall experience down.

I also wanted more depth from some of the characters and storylines. There is plenty of material to work with, but at times it felt like the series was only scratching the surface. I would have liked to see more exploration of the relationships, motivations and circumstances surrounding Lizzie.

The atmosphere, however, works well. There is something naturally unsettling about watching a story based on real murders, particularly when the question of guilt has remained part of the fascination surrounding the case for so long.

The performances also help keep things together, and there were definitely moments that stood out. But for me, the series didn’t have the same impact that I would have hoped for from a Monster story.

The cast is definitely one of the stronger parts of Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story. Ella Beatty does a good job as Lizzie, especially in showing the character’s more troubled and complicated side. She brings a quiet intensity to the role that works particularly well during the darker moments. Vicky Krieps is also impressive as Bridget Sullivan, bringing plenty of personality and emotion to a character who becomes an important part of Lizzie’s story.

Rebecca Hall and Charlie Hunnam also make an impression as Abby and Andrew Borden. Their performances help create the tension within the Borden household and make the family dynamics feel increasingly uncomfortable. Billie Lourd brings a different energy as Emma, Lizzie’s sister, and adds another layer to the complicated family relationships.

And then there is Sarah Paulson as Aileen Wuornos. Paulson is always someone who knows how to completely disappear into a character, and her performance here is another reminder of that. Even though Aileen’s story is separate from Lizzie’s historically, Paulson gives the character a strong presence and helps connect the two stories thematically.

For me, the performances are one of the reasons I continued watching even when the pacing started to drag. The cast brings enough intensity to the material to keep the story moving, even when the writing doesn’t always hit the mark.

I wouldn’t say I disliked it. There is enough here to keep fans of true crime and the Monster series interested. However, I found myself wanting more from the story, especially considering how fascinating the real-life case is.

⭐ Rating: 3/5

Final verdict: Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story had all the ingredients for a killer story, but unfortunately it didn’t always chop it up into the most gripping television. The axe has fallen, the mystery remains, and Aileen adds an interesting connection to the Monster universe — but for me, this one was more “what the axe?” than “what a killer season!” It certainly has its moments, but ultimately, it left me wanting a little more bite.

Take a swing and watch Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story on Netflix.

Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg are gearing up for a big move!

After listing their Illinois home, rumors were swirling that they are headed to California to be closer to Wahlberg’s sons. When McCarthy saw that PEOPLE shared the news that the house is on the market, she dropped into their Instagram comments to set the record straight on just where they’re headed; and it’s not California.

Jenny McCarthy And Donnie Wahlberg Are Making A Big Move

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Earlier this week, news broke that McCarthy and Wahlberg had listed their 7,236-square-foot St. Charles, Illinois home, with a listing price of $2.8 million. The home boasts 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, a “private backyard resort,” and is located on a cul-de-sac.

According to the listing, “An extraordinary St. Charles estate, transformed through extensive renovations and exceptional resort-style amenities. Set on approximately 1.26 professionally landscaped acres and backing to acres of open space in prestigious Woods of Fox Glen, this stately brick residence offers more than 10,000 square feet of beautifully updated living space designed for everyday comfort and unforgettable entertaining.”

When the news first broke, PEOPLE reported that the couple was possibly moving to California, but when McCarthy saw that, she wanted to set the record straight.

Sin City Or Bust!

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Seeing the PEOPLE story on Instagram, McCarthy took to the comment section to clear up any rumors about moving to California.

“Going to Vegas. Not Cali,” she simply wrote in the comment section.

And while some may think this move came out of nowhere, it makes sense since the couple has been spending more time in Vegas during Wahlberg’s NKOTB residency. While his shows are happening at Park MGM’s Dolby Live, McCarthy has been known to set up a pop-up shop for her cosmetics brand, Formless Beauty. Her pop-up has been a part of the Blockhead HQ experience, where she also does meet-and-greets.

It Looked Like The Couple Could Be Headed To California

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During an interview with PEOPLE back in December 2025, Wahlberg briefly discussed a possible move to California to be closer to his sons.

“I have a 24-year-old son, and I can’t tell you how many times he’s asked me in the last two years to move back to California to be close to him,” he said. “Probably the only thing that could ever get me back to California is my two sons. And if they keep asking, Jenny and I are probably going to start going on realtor.com and figuring things out.”

Wahlberg is dad to two adult sons, Xavier and Elijah, from his first marriage to Kim Fey, and McCarthy has one son, Evan, from her marriage to John Asher.

Jenny McCarthy Often Visits Desert Moon Wellness When In Vegas

McCarthy has been known to visit Desert Moon Wellness; a wellness center located in Las Vegas. The center offers “Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, PEMF, Light Therapy, and Vibroacoustic Therapy,” according to their website.

McCarthy has made cameos on the wellness center’s Instagram page multiple times.

One recent video is captioned, “Looking for the best wellness center in #lasvegas? Found it! @desertmoonwellnesslv has it all. IV therapy, HBOT, red light beds and more. The staff is so knowledgeable and kind! Maybe I’ll see you there. I usually go mid week for my IVs.”

Earlier this year, the wellness center also posted videos with McCarthy celebrating her Formless Beauty cosmetics line, as well as promoting some of her favorite therapies.

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Mark Wahlberg’s Flecha Cantina Is In Vegas

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Wahlberg’s brother, actor Mark Wahlberg, also has a house in Las Vegas, as well as a restaurant, Flecha Cantina.

Mark opened Flecha a few years ago in Town Square, located on the south end of the Las Vegas Strip. Flecha offers an extensive menu of authentic Mexican dishes, Sunday brunch, a margarita menu that will keep you coming back for more, and of course, they serve Mark’s tequila brand — Flecha Azul Tequila.

Could there be some family dinners in the future at Flecha? Sounds like there could be! Welcome to Sin City, Jenny and Donnie!

George Santos entered Fox’s “Special Forces” season 5 knowing he’d struggle on the competition reality show. Before being cast, the former politician was convicted of fraud and identity theft and sentenced to 87 months in prison.

Joining a show with established celebrities, George Santos thought it’d be difficult to connect with his co-stars, but according to him, it was quite the opposite. In fact, he connected with “Full House” star Candace Cameron Bure and gushed about how “awesome” a person she is.

George Santos Knew ‘Special Forces’ Would Be An ‘Uphill Battle’

Speaking with Us Weekly, Santos said he knew filming the series would be an “uphill battle” because of his complicated past. “These are celebrities — people with very public lives — and they’re trying to do the job, get the next job, and brand safety is a big thing,” he said.

According to Santos, he’s like a “nuclear football,” so he knew some cast members would try to avoid him whenever possible. He even said that there were “some cold initial introductions that evolved later” before revealing that he was “humbled by that.”

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“The conversations post-show were very positive. My fellow cast members have been amazing and phenomenal to interact with and build relationships with,” he said.

George Santos Talks About His ‘Favorite’ Co-Star

Elsewhere during the interview, the former New York politician opened up about who he connected with most while filming the show.

“My favorite person in the cast — I know we shouldn’t do these things, but I’ll just say it, I don’t care — it was Candace,” Santos said, talking about the “Full House” star. “She’s such an awesome person, I genuinely love her. I mean, DJ Tanner [from Full House] — how could you not?”

George Santos Wasn’t Mad That Some Of His Castmates Tried To Keep Their Distance

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Santos did share his thoughts on some of his co-stars trying to keep their distance from him. According to him, he brought the isolation “to myself,” and he said that he knows he has to prove to people that he’s more than what they read in the media.

He continued, “So it’s fine, I’m OK with that. I’m OK with people having that opinion and then at least getting to know me, which is what a lot of people in this cast did.”

Why Was Santos Sentenced To Prison?

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According to The Blast, Santos was sentenced to 87 months in prison in 2025 after being convicted of fraud and aggravated identity theft.

The FBI charged Santos in 2023 after accusing him of leading a credit card fraud scheme and lying about his credentials.

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During that time, Santos also made headlines after being accused of stealing money from a disabled war veteran.

The veteran, Richard Osthoff, claimed Santos promised to help him and his sick dog with $3,000 by setting up a GoFundMe. After successfully raising the money, Osthoff accused Santos of shutting down the page, fleeing, and becoming “increasingly difficult to contact.”

Santos Said Filming ‘Special Forces’ Was Harder Than His Time In Prison

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Santos only served 12 weeks behind bars before President Donald Trump commuted his sentence, seemingly acknowledging Santos’ reported crimes while also offering grace. “There are many rogues throughout our Country that aren’t forced to serve seven years in prison,” Trump posted online, according to NPR.

And while some might assume life as an inmate would be Santos’ hardest challenge, think again. “You know, prison was hard. This was harder,” he said to Us Weekly. “This challenges you. I mean, prison tortures you … [but] this really demands you to actually show up all the time, whereas in our broken incarceratory system in this country, you’re just meat.”

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Olivia Rodrigo turned a lyric into a show-stopping visual during the opening night of her “The Unraveled Tour.” While performing “The Cure” in Hartford, Connecticut, on September 25, the 23-year-old singer stood beneath pouring artificial rain as her white dress appeared to dissolve before the audience’s eyes. The dramatic transformation exposed a bold red look underneath, bringing the song’s “I’m unraveled” lyric to life and delivering one of the concert’s most memorable moments.

Olivia Rodrigo’s White Dress ‘Melts’ Beneath The Rain

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Rodrigo did not disappear backstage for a traditional costume change when it came time to perform “The Cure.” Instead, she remained in full view as rain began falling across the stage. The white material covering her red costume gradually came apart, leaving strips of fabric hanging from the outfit as the transformation unfolded.

The striking effect made it appear as though Rodrigo’s dress was melting directly onto the stage. With her hair soaked and the artificial rain pouring around her, Rodrigo stretched out her arms and allowed the theatrical reveal to become part of the performance.

The moment was especially fitting because “The Cure” features the lyric “I’m unraveled,” a line that connects directly to the tour’s title and its broader visual concept.

‘The Unraveled Tour’ Moves Through Four Seasons

Rodrigo’s opening-night wardrobe was designed around the four-season concept that shapes the production. The singer reportedly wore six distinct looks and completed five costume changes throughout the concert, with each outfit helping introduce a different chapter of the show.

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The performance began in Spring, placing Rodrigo inside a colorful, garden-inspired environment filled with flowers, bright imagery, and vibrant lighting. The Spring scene kicked things off on a high before Rodrigo cranked up the heat and pushed the show into Summer.

The Spring colors gave way to sun-soaked Summer visuals as Rodrigo slipped into another look and kept the party going. But the bright mood did not last, with the stage eventually fading into a purple twilight that signaled a darker emotional turn.

Rodrigo then emerged in a purple leather dress and moved into a more intimate acoustic portion of the show. The quieter section allowed her to slow down and connect more directly with the Hartford audience.

‘The Cure’ Delivers The Show’s Winter Climax

The mood grew darker when the concert entered its Autumn chapter. The stage’s brighter colors disappeared as the production adopted a more melancholic atmosphere, preparing the audience for Winter and the night’s biggest costume reveal. That was when the rain began falling during “The Cure.”

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Rodrigo’s white dress slowly fell apart under the rain, revealing a bold red look hiding underneath. Against the dark stage, the jaw-dropping switch gave Winter its biggest visual moment and cranked up the song’s emotional drama. The reveal also allowed Rodrigo to complete a wardrobe transformation without interrupting the performance or breaking the audience’s immersion.

Once the rain-soaked climax ended, the production began moving toward Spring again, completing the concert’s seasonal circle. The return to Spring suggested renewal after the darker Autumn and Winter sections, allowing the show to finish its visual journey where it began.

Fans Praise Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Genius’ Dress Transformation

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Rodrigo’s dramatic costume reveal quickly earned praise from viewers, who applauded the way she brought the tour’s central theme to life onstage. One fan compared the transformation to something out of “The Hunger Games,” writing, “Oh wow, she is giving real-time ‘Hunger Games.’ A genius move by her stylist! Mother.”

Another viewer celebrated the imperfect, rain-soaked look of the dissolving dress, writing, “I love the way it turned out. I think it’s very raw and cool and punk rock of her.” Others were particularly impressed by how the costume change connected to the meaning of “The Cure” and the name of “The Unraveled Tour.” “She did not just perform the visual concept. She turned ‘unraveled’ into a live special effect,” the user said.

Olivia Rodrigo Launches A Massive 65-Date Tour

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“The Unraveled Tour” will take Rodrigo across North America, Europe and the United Kingdom over 65 scheduled dates. The tour supports her third studio album, “You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,” which was released through Geffen Records on June 12.

The project reportedly reached No. 1 in more than 20 countries and received praise for its confessional songwriting and Rodrigo’s continued artistic growth. “Drop Dead,” the album’s lead single, was released on April 17 and serves as the tour’s opening number.

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The tour is currently scheduled to conclude on May 10, 2027, at London’s O2 Arena. With dozens of performances still ahead, the ambitious production will give audiences around the world a chance to experience its elaborate staging and transformative costumes.

The Hartford show marked the first time Rodrigo performed the full production in front of a live audience, making the dissolving dress reveal one of the tour’s earliest viral-ready moments.

If you’re already knee-deep in your latest re-read of Bram Stoker‘s famed horror novel (speaking from experience here), you may be craving some extra Dracula as the weather changes and “spooky season” commences. If that sounds like you, then you’ve come to the right place. There are plenty of films out there that highlight the vampiric count, and for those looking for some traditional and out-of-the-box entries in his vast filmography, welcome.

No matter if your favorite incarnation comes from the Classic Universal Monsters franchise, the Hammer horror films, or a more modern depiction, fans of Count Dracula will find that there is something out there for everyone. From live-action to animated, stories for mature audiences or for all ages, spooky season is the time to revisit Dracula in earnest. So, without further ado, get those crucifixes and wooden stakes ready, because these are the Dracula movies you ought to revisit this fall.

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‘Dracula: Prince of Darkness’ (1966)

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The third entry in the Hammer Dracula series and often cited as one of the genre’s best, Dracula: Prince of Darkness is Christopher Lee at his finest. A decade after he was last defeated, the titular Prince of Darkness is revived to find that his castle is now occupied by two sets of English couples on holiday in the Carpathian Mountains. Unsurprisingly, this does not go well for the outsiders, whose only hope is Father Sandor (Andrew Keir).

Prince of Darkness is unique among all these Dracula entries in that the titular villain doesn’t speak a single line of dialogue. Reports vary as to why Lee never spoke in the film, but it certainly adds to the menacing effect of this monster. As one of the best Christopher Lee-led Dracula pictures, Dracula: Prince of Darkness is a must-see for fans.

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‘Renfield’ (2023)

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One of the strangest modern takes on the villainous count, Renfield is a gore-filled take on Dracula’s relationship to his human thrall (played by Nicholas Hoult) that is not for the faint of heart. Indeed, the toxic relationship between Renfield and Dracula (played perfectly by Nicolas Cage) is an inspired take on the sinister dynamic that emphasizes the true evil of the “Prince of Darkness” beyond the usual blood-sucking. It’s also wildly entertaining, though you’d have to excuse the overuse of blood and Awkwafina.

Renfield is all about the titular character’s hopes for a new life beyond the horrors he’s committed in aid of Dracula. With clever references to previous Dracula pictures and plenty of irreverent humor, Renfield is a stylistic take on the vampire that succeeds due to Cage’s boisterous (but committed) performance. Just be warned, it’s perhaps the most violent entry on this list.

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‘The Batman vs. Dracula’ (2005)

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If your kids are interested in discovering Count Dracula for themselves, one of the most original takes on the story comes in the form of The Batman vs. Dracula. A feature film spin-off of the animated The Batman series, this one-and-done tale brings the Prince of Darkness (Peter Stormare) to Gotham City as he plans to turn every citizen he can into a member of his undead posse while resurrecting the lost soul of his former bride. With Batman (Rino Romano) between him and Gotham, the Count doesn’t stand a chance.

The Batman vs. Dracula is one of those forgotten vampire action movies that deserves some love. Sure, it’s made for younger viewers (though not too young, because vampire Joker is terrifying), but it still feels like a Dracula film with Batman added in for good measure. As one of the most original DC Comics-inspired animated movies out there, it will make you wish that they made a sequel where Dracula returns from the dust.

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‘Hotel Transylvania’ (2012)

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For a Dracula tale even more kid-friendly, Hotel Transylvania is a great pick. As one of Adam Sandler‘s best-rated movies on IMDb, this animated monster flick deals with mature themes of prejudice and fear of “the other” while doubling as a heartfelt fantastical adventure. No, Sandler’s Count Dracula may not be the blood-sucking villain we’re used to, but there are still plenty of monster antics to be had.

Hotel Transylvania ended up spawning several sequels, each further challenging old “Drac” to better embrace humanity — and not in a hungry way. Of course, this all-ages take isn’t what most Dracula fans will likely be in search of, but if you’re hankering for some monsters but have little ones in the room, it’s a great middle ground. It’s also just really funny.

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‘The Monster Squad’ (1987)

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Another comedic take on Dracula (Duncan Regehr) and his supporting cast of monster fiends, The Monster Squad is an ’80s horror-comedy that’s essentially what happens if you mash The Goonies or Stand By Me with the Universal Monsters franchise. When a group of monster-obsessed pre-teens search for an amulet left behind by Dr. Abraham Van Helsing, Dracula gets wind of its location and brings a host of ghouls with him. Unsurprisingly, chaos ensues.

Easily one of the best monster comedy movies out there, The Monster Squad is perfect for fans of ’80s horror, monster icons, and the sorts of “kids on bikes” movies popular at the time. Dracula is quite devilish here, but the whole film works because of the inclusion of the rest of his monstrous counterparts. If you haven’t given The Monster Squad a try, it’s a bit different as far as Dracula interpretations are concerned, but if you like monster movies already, there’s no better place to start.

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‘Van Helsing’ (2004)

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Our last mash-up of iconic movie monsters in an attempt to honor the classic Universal villains that came before, Van Helsing came about after director Stephen Sommers had previous success rebooting The Mummy. Hoping to lean further into the on-screen monsters that informed him, he re-imagined Van Helsing as a Hugh Jackman-looking action hero who is hired by the Catholic Church to take down creatures like Wolf Man (Will Kemp), Frankenstein’s Monster (Shuler Hensley), and, yes, Count Dracula (Richard Roxburgh) himself. And it’s a blast.

Sure, it’s probably one of the bigger departures from Dracula on this list, but the way that Sommers creatively takes what made many of the old Universal Monsters flicks great and reworks it into an action-adventure comparable to The Mummy is an underrated delight worth sinking your teeth into. Van Helsing, if taken at face value, is loads of fun. The way Sommers combines several monster plots together into one cohesive world almost makes us wish there had been a sequel…

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‘Nosferatu’ (1922)

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Sometimes known as Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror, the original Nosferatu is a cinematic masterpiece of German expressionism that has become foundational to modern horror. Directed by F. W. Murnau, the production was an unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker’s novel that changed many of the names and plot details to bring the vampire to the screen. Count Dracula is now Count Orlok (Max Schreck), and his horrible, grotesque appearance is perhaps the most well-known thing about this depiction.

Although there are several versions of Nosferatu specifically, the original is undoubtedly the best of them all. With Murnau’s dark creative vision and striking visuals that still stick with us over a century later, there are few Dracula adaptations that will make your skin crawl quite like this one. Schreck’s Count Orlok is the stuff of nightmares, and although not technically Dracula, he has become one of the defining depictions of the vampire for a reason.

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‘Horror of Dracula’ (1958)

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Perhaps the most famous of all of Christopher Lee’s Dracula films, Horror of Dracula (or simply Dracula in non-U.S. markets) was the first vampire movie to be made in color — and what a feature to start with. Lee first mesmerized audiences with his powerfully seductive take on the Count, as the film loosely adapts the novel with plenty of changes to the source material (most Dracula adaptations get things wrong though, so what else is new?). Horror of Dracula is only his first outing, but it’s among the most memorable.

As far as Christopher Lee Dracula films are concerned, some will cite the aforementioned sequel, Prince of Darkness, or even Dracula Has Risen From His Grave as the best of the Hammer-made pictures. Even still, others consider Lee’s Count Dracula to be the most accurate to the book (at least at first). But Horror of Dracula boasts the first (and most epic) confrontation between the Count and Abraham Van Helsing (Peter Cushing), which is enough of a reason to choose this entry over some of the others.

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‘Bram Stoker’s Dracula’ (1992)

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“Love never dies” — that’s the famous tagline for director Francis Ford Coppola‘s distinct Gothic horror flick, Bram Stoker’s Dracula. A romantic and at times explicit adaptation with Gary Oldman front-and-center as the titular vampire. Despite the name, the film takes some serious liberties with the source material, but it also delivers riveting performances from its leading stars. Considered by some to be the definitive Dracula work, it certainly deserves its place here.

Of course, of all the Dracula films listed here, this is probably the most “hard R” take on the character, so be warned. Coppola leaves little to the imagination with this overly sensual take that rewrites the Count’s historical origins. Considered one of Coppola’s cinematic masterpieces, Bram Stoker’s Dracula elevated the character for ’90s viewers hoping for something a bit more psychologically diverse.

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‘Dracula’ (1931)

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The most iconic on-screen depiction of Count Dracula has always been the part played by Bela Lugosi in the 1931 Dracula film. One of the flagship entries in the Universal Monsters franchise, the film is a direct adaptation of the stage play that was inspired by the novel, and so it, too, is quite different from the novel. However, Lugosi’s haunting eyes and distinct vocal range, combined with the iconic look crafted by director Tod Browning, have always been most synonymous with the character.

As the first sound adaptation of the Dracula book, the 1931 flick is a wonderful horror film that speaks to all our fears and highlights that sometimes less is more. Lugosi is striking on the screen, and opposite his nemesis Van Helsing (Edward Van Sloan), he’s the sort of cinematic antagonist that you can’t help but be drawn to. If you haven’t seen the original Dracula, there’s no better time than “spooky season!”