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Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind’ Experiment Is Completely Broken After 10 Seasons
Evolution in reality television is natural. In fact, it’s necessary. To establish longevity in the industry, shows need to evolve to avoid staleness while maintaining their integrity. For the hit Netflix series Love Is Blind, the evolution of the reality TV genre has been on full display within its ten seasons, as it’s gone from a fascinating experiment to mindless entertainment.
The Ohio season marks Season 10 of Love Is Blind. When it began in 2020, it served as a groundbreaking series that not only shaped reality TV dating shows but also how we examine dating in the real world. The premise of the experiment was to truly test whether men and women could remove sex and attraction and find their person through emotional connection. At first, we learned it was possible. But 10 seasons later, we’ve learned the experiment is broken. Between Jessica Barrett dumping Chris Fusco because he tends to go for “pilates girls” to Priyanka Grandhi and Alex Henderson knowing each other pre-pods, it’s just not the same anymore. Love Is Blind needs a hard reset.
‘Love Is Blind’s Participants Are Missing the Point of Netflix’s Experiment
Like in any reality show, casting is key. Not only do we have to care about the characters, but they have to be engaging. For a show like Love Is Blind, finding genuine individuals who want to explore the depths of the dating experiment is crucial. Recruiting via LinkedIn to fill a gap will destroy the experiment. While each season is geographically specific, the casting appears to detract from the series’ mission.
Maybe the casting team is being snowed by the prospective Pod Squad, who claim they’re all in on the experiment, but the number of individuals who prove to be looks-only and deal-breakers ruins the optimism the show once had. In the first two episodes, it was shocking to hear Chris tell Jessica that he needed more in the bedroom and explain how her physical attraction didn’t match the women he would be into. Jessica, a beautiful woman, cut ties because Chris’ admission was a slap in the face. But Chris wasn’t alone. Other participants doubled down on their shock when meeting their match based on physical appearance. It’s a trend that is taking over more and more each season.
‘Love Is Blind’s Mission Has Been Completely Lost
Not every couple is as fixated on physical appearances, thankfully. We have some incredible characters this season, including Emma Betsinger, who felt like her scarred arm from precancerous birthmarks on her body may have hurt her with dating in the past. She revealed to Mike Gibney that, as someone who was adopted, she was unsure of having kids because she didn’t know if her health history would affect them. Mike and Emma have had strong conversations about the family matter, which makes this experiment work. But the overwhelming chatter online continues to be about how the men on Love Is Blind this season are very fixated on appearances.
‘Love Is Blind’ Season 9 Is Incredibly Cringey for Many, Many Reasons
‘Love Is Blind’ Season 9’s couples are giving very strange energy.
While we have a celebratory couple in Christine Hamilton and Vic St. John — the most promising pair to head to the altar, who had a random solo honeymoon — the focus is not on the promise, but on the drama of the other couples. The Pod Squad’s meet-up once again led to individuals who did not pair up trying to break up established couples. (At least Bri McNees shut Chris down, even after he slid into her DMs.)
Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind’ Needs One Stellar Season ASAP
Love Is Blind has a brilliant premise, but the show that it used to be is no longer what is being presented. The individuals the casting department pick must be pre-compatible. We know hard conversations about politics, faith, and family occur, but that part of the social experiment has become second fiddle. Gone are the days of our perfect couple, Lauren Speed-Hamilton and Cameron Hamilton.
Perhaps, instead of two seasons per calendar year, the focus should be on generating one solid season where “I do” actually happens. Coming off of Season 9’s marriage-less season, our anticipation of success is waning. Season 10 is once again leaning on the drama rather than the excitement of how we, as a society, can find our person sight unseen.
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Marc Maron bombed a comedy show so hard, he was sent home from Australia: 'I felt myself leave my body'
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“I’d been sober for about a year, and on that plane ride back, totally f—in’ got s—faced. Totally relapsed,” the comedian said.
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Prized Electric Guitar Goes Up For Auction …
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When you think of legendary rock guitarists, Eddie Van Halen immediately pops into your mind … and so do his equally famous Kramer Guitars — and one of them can now be all yours … but only if you have some very deep pockets!
That’s right … the late music virtuoso’s striped 1985 Kramer studio guitar is hitting the auction block on GottaHaveRockAndRoll.com starting today, through March 13.
And the piece of guitar history is expected to fetch between $1,000,000 and $1,500,000, with a starting bid of $700,000.
By the way, there’s a whole story behind this Van Halen guitar … Eddie presented his prized possession to a gentleman named Michael Gutierrez, who entered a 1985 contest during the NAMM guitar show.
The contest was titled, “One lucky winner will win one of Eddie Van Halen’s personally owned Kramer Guitars.”
More than 100,000 people signed up for it, and, guess what … Gutierrez was the lucky winner! And get this … he’s also the consignor in the auction, meaning he will deliver the guitar right to the highest bidder.
As the death of Robert Carradine continues to shock Hollywood, colleagues privileged to work with the late actor in his final moments said they saw some concerning signs.
The “Lizzie McGuire” alum was announced dead on Monday, January, in a heartbreaking statement by his family.
Carradine battled bipolar disorder for two decades before finally succumbing to the condition at 71 years old.
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Robert Carradine Went Missing From Table Read Shortly Before Death
Before his demise, Carradine was working on what would be his last project, titled “The Driver,” AKA “Driving into Darkness.”
According to director Connie Lamothe, she felt something was wrong with the actor when he was absent from a table read days earlier.
Lamothe told TMZ she began seeing signs as far back as January when Carradine went “radio silent,” sparking great concerns from producers. No one knew about his whereabouts.
However, given his mental health struggles, a close friend in the cast suggested the late actor be given some space in the hopes he would return to the set. Unfortunately, that never happened.
Lamothe, who is devastated by the loss, recalled how excited the Hollywood veteran was about the crime drama where he played a mob boss.
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Nevertheless, the director continues to remember Carradine for his cheerful spirit, recounting how she often joked about cutting his hair and beard for the role.
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Robert Carradine Found Dead At 71
A family statement confirmed Carradine took his own life on Monday, with loved ones praising his strength throughout his battle with bipolar disorder.
“In a world that can feel so dark, Bobby was always a beacon of light to everyone around him. We are bereft at the loss of this beautiful soul and want to acknowledge Bobby’s valiant struggle against his nearly two-decade battle with bipolar disorder,” it read, per Deadline.
Loved ones of the “Revenge of the Nerds” actor hope that his life and legacy bring awareness to the mental health condition and the stigma attached to it.
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Hilary Duff Leads ‘Lizzie McGuire’ Co-Stars In Heartfelt Tribute
Following Carradine’s passing, his former “Lizzie McGuire” co-star honored his memory. Hilary Duff, who starred as his on-screen daughter in the Disney sitcom, penned a moving tribute on social media.
As The Blast reported, alongside throwback pictures from the show, Duff wrote, “This one hurts. It’s really hard to face this reality about an old friend.”
The actress gushed about the “warmth” in the McGuire family, confessing that she “always felt so cared for by my on-screen parents.”
Referencing Carradine’s mental health struggles, Duff expressed sadness at the actor’s “suffering.” She concluded her post, writing, “My heart aches for him, his family, and everyone who loved him.”
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More Co-Stars Speak Out About Carradine’s Legacy
Jake Thomas also joined Duff to remember the on-screen patriarch in an Instagram post.
Showering praises on Carradine’s legacy, a heartbroken Thomas wrote, “I was fortunate to know Bobby for most my life. And he was one of the coolest guys you could ever meet. Funny, pragmatic, sometimes cranky, always a little eccentric.”
He recalled always looking up to the “Bonanza” actor while growing up and having Carradine respect him as a colleague later in life.
“Rest easy, Bobby. Love you, ‘Jaker,’” the conclusion read.
Fans Flood Robert Carradine’s Final Post With Condolences
In the aftermath of “The Cowboys” actor’s passing, die-hard fans took to his final Instagram post to leave their heartwarming condolences.
Carradine’s last post was a promotional poster for the latest installment of his “Party Nerds Pop-Cast” featuring Christopher Atkins. Fans wasted no time turning the comments section into a digital memorial, as reported by The Blast.
Many shared touching memories of how Carradine’s movies impacted their lives.
One fan wrote, “Revenge of the Nerds was a big movie for me as a very young teen. I liked the sequels too. I’m sorry you had more pain than you could handle. Rest now.”
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Another heartwarming comment read, “Rest in heaven! No longer suffering. Thank you for being a dad to all of us on Lizzie McGuire, but most importantly, being the multi-talented, amazing person that you are!”
Carradine’s daughter, Ever Carradine, also broke her silence on her father’s passing, opening up about her childhood.
Ever gushed about her late father always having her back, adding that she always thought of him as her “partner.”
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David Bowie and Iman's daughter opens up about being forced into treatment at 14, not being at her father's deathbed
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The daughter of the late rocker remembered speaking to her dad two days before he died.
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Looking to reach a new level in your gaming experience? You won’t need cheat codes … as we’ve rounded up some must-have products to upgrade your setup!
From accessories like comfortable headsets with mind-blowing sound … to high-definition consoles and modernized arcade machines, turn any room into a professional gaming station with these items from Amazon!
Upgrade to an epic new gaming system with the Sony Playstation 5 Pro Console.
The Playstation 5 Pro features PlayStation’s Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), bringing sharp image clarity on 4K TVs by using AI-enhanced resolution, optimized console performance, advanced ray tracing, and more.
The box comes with a PS5 Pro console, DualSense wireless controller, 2TB SSD, two horizontal stand feet, a HDMI cable, a AC power cord, printed materials, and a pre-installed game: ASTRO’s PLAYROOM.
A five-star Amazon reviewer said the PlayStation 5 Pro is “worth the price,” while another called the PS5 Pro “the best experience that console gaming can give you,” similarly noting that the price is “worth it.”
HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset
Take your gaming experience to the next level with the HyperX Cloud Alpha wireless gaming headset!
These headsets feature up to 300 hours of wireless gaming with only a single charge along with DTS Spatial Audio, which will improve your audio advantage and immersion in gaming. The headphones also provide optimal comfort as it’s crafted with plush signature HyperX memory foam and breathable leatherette.
There’s a reason why it’s an Amazon’s Choice product!
“I’ve had these headphones now for 10 months, and I can honestly say I will never go back to wired headphones,” a happy Amazon customer wrote, adding that the headphones “exceeded all expectations.”
Immerse yourself into gaming like never before with the Xbox wireless gaming headset.
These over-the-ear headphones feature spatial auto technologies, including Dolby Atmos, Windows Sonic, and DTS Headphone:X, for exceptional sound. The headset has a flexible, lightweight design for hours of gameplay and an adjustable headband for a customized fit, so you’ll be comfortable throughout your gaming experience. It also features up to 20 hours of battery life!
The Bluetooth Xbox headset is compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PCs. You can also connect it to mobile devices via Bluetooth.
PULSE Explore Wireless Earbuds
Attention Playstation gamers who are looking for a new set of wireless headphones!
The PULSE Explore wireless earbuds are a great choice for lifelife sound for your gaming experience … and beyond.
These earbuds — which feature a modern and unique white and black design with the Playstation logo — bring next-generation gaming audio that make it so you can immerse yourself in games just as developers intended.
And while these are Playstation headphones, they are compatible with multiple devices beyond a PS5 and can also be wirelessly connected with PC and Mac computers and mobile devices.
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Vroom, vroom! Get ready to race with the HORI Racing Wheel for Xbox.
This full-size racing well and pedals are optimized for authentic racing simulation. The wheel provides a 270-degree turn radius with adjustable output options, and includes mount security with a sturdy clamp system.
The wheel and pedals set is compatible with Xbox series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10.
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Next Level Racing F-GT Racing Simulator
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This racing simulator brings an authentic racing experience, throwing you into the cockpit and allowing you to sit in true racing positions used in both formula and GT racing. The simulator features a premium racing seat with lumbar support, an adjustable wheel, high end pedals, and more.
As for compatibility, this simulation is compatible with a wide variety of platforms, including Playstation and Xbox devices. It can be used for sim racing and even professional driver training!
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Turn your home into an arcade with the Arcade1Up Marvel Vs. Capcom arcade machine!
This machine — which is a X-Men ’97 deluxe edition — is online multiplayer, and features a light-up marquee and dual speakers for dynamic sound. It comes with eight arcade games, including X-Men vs. Street Fighters, Marvel Superheroes War of the Gems, Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighters, X-Men Mutant Apocalypse, Marvel vs. Capcom, and more.
The arcade machine also connects to an app, so you can join the arcade community and challenge online leaderboards.
Take your game on the go with the Capcom Super Pocket!
This hand game console makes it so you can carry arcade classics in your pocket. While it comes with a handful of preloaded Capcom games, it’s also Evercade compatible, and can feature over 45 cartridges and more than 500 games!
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The family of former New York Rangers legend Ron Duguay have launched a GoFundMe to raise funds amid the ice hockey player’s battle with cancer.
Created on Tuesday, February 24, by Duguay’s two daughters, Shay Thomas and Amber Stavros, whom he shares with ex-wife Robin Bobo, the GoFundMe page detailed that Duguay, 68, is flying from Florida to Orange County “every two weeks for ongoing” cancer treatment.
Speaking to Page Six on Tuesday, Duguay revealed that he “has been battling cancer for a year” after being diagnosed with “Stage 4 cancer which started in the colon.”
Us Weekly has reached out to Duguay for comment.
David Livingston/Getty Images Since going public with stage III non-Hodgkin lymphoma in November 2024, Dave Coulier has been candid about his illness, treatment and prognosis before his second diagnosis. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the patient’s lymphatic system, with “white blood cells called lymphocytes [that] grow abnormally and can form growths […]
According to the GoFundMe page, which lists Duguay as a “Co-organizer,” the athlete did not initiate the crowdfunding exercise. “Our dad has never been someone who asks for help … especially when it comes to money. He has always tried to handle everything on his own and didn’t want to burden anyone else with what he’s going through,” a description on the page read. “But after many conversations as a family, we decided to create this fundraiser for him because we’ve seen firsthand the weight this battle has placed on him, both physically and financially.”
At the time of publication, the initiative had raised nearly $21,000 from 114 donations. Its target was listed as $26,000.
The description also shed light on what Duguay has experienced in the wake of his diagnosis. It stated, “Because of his cancer, he hasn’t been able to work the way he normally would, yet he continues to fight with everything he has. Earlier in his treatment journey, the care he received in Florida nearly cost him his life. That led us to bring him to Orange County, where my sister and I live, so he could receive treatment here … and thankfully, it has helped him so far.”
John Stamos’ wife, Caitlin McHugh, is sharing a message of support for Dave Coulier amid his cancer battle. “While I do love how you use your experiences to help others, I sure hope God/the universe gives you a well-deserved break from it in the new year. ❤️❤️,” McHugh, 39, wrote in the comments section of […]
As for what the funds would specifically go towards, Duguay’s daughters provided further insight. “The cost of constant travel, along with medical care, holistic therapies, supplements, and alternative healing approaches he has committed to, has become extremely overwhelming financially,” the description continued, before noting that Duguay’s diagnosis is not slowing down.
“Recently, his cancer numbers have started to rise again, and while he continues his current treatments, we are now exploring additional treatment options outside of the United States in hopes of giving him the best possible chance,” the description read. “These treatments are very expensive and add another layer of financial strain during an already difficult time.”
Duguay, who played 12 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) including six seasons with the Rangers across two separate stints, told Page Six on Tuesday, “I find it extremely hard asking for funds for all these costs I’m going through.” He added, “Normally I’m helping others.”
Duguay, who is currently dating former Alaskan governor Sarah Palin, also told the outlet that cancer “sucks the life out of you” and has proven “so freaking costly” before offering an update on his battle.
“I am going to do all the alternatives, along with the Western medicine,” Duguay said. “What I am learning I will be able to share with others … I need to get better so I can help others.”
Duguay has been dating Palin, 62, since around 2022, with the athlete including glimpses of her in his social media posts over the years.
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‘The Pitt’ Just Showed Us a Completely Different Side of the ER’s Most Polarizing Doctor in 2 Minutes
Editor’s note: The below contains spoilers for The Pitt Season 2 Episode 7 and mentions sexual abuse and self-harm.
Trinity Santos (Isa Briones) contains enough layers to rival the world’s largest onion. Her rocky first impression — blunt, arrogant, rushing into grisly procedures — contrasts with her strengths, which The Pitt dispenses over time: superb intuition, an eagle eye for valuable details, and staying level-headed during a crisis. It’s ironic that her abrasive demeanor divides The Pitt‘s viewers, since Santos wields that half-hostile, half-cavalier exterior as a shield. Season 1’s finale draws her painfully sensitive interior and innate tenderness into the open; by embracing the terrifying vulnerability she’s been habitually avoiding, Santos summons enough courage to open her home to Dennis Whitaker (Gerran Howell) and bare her heart to patient Max Wilcox (Aidan Laprete).
Circa Season 2, Santos remains her fluent-in-sarcasm self but boasts a smoother beside manner, a situationship of sorts with Dr. Yolanda Garcia (Alexandra Metz), and stable footing with her colleagues. That security vanishes thanks to an unrelentingly hellish day. As Santos nears her wits’ end in Episode 7, she stumbles into a touching stolen moment with a patient who, on paper, seems like the unlikeliest candidate to receive or provide comfort. The stolen moment spotlights her exemplary caretaker nature and reveals more wrenching context about why this woman moves through the world with wary, aching weariness.
‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Is Pushing Santos to Her Breaking Point
The Pitt‘s entire ensemble has positive qualities and flaws. Perfect heroes and evil villains need not apply, only messy humans who internalize their patients’ pain alongside their personal trauma. Trinity Santos, as tightly wound as a snapping rubber band on her best day, hasn’t exactly handled Season 2 with grace. Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi (Sepideh Moafi) isn’t privy to the fact Santos carries the humiliating bruises Dr. Frank Langdon (Patrick Ball) left, but it’s natural to assume a doctor in the trenches of her R2 year is overworked and overwhelmed. Even if Al-Hashimi’s motivations are well-meant, it’s unfair for Santos’ new superior to single her out with an unnecessary ultimatum.
Santos holds enough duality to sway between confidence and insecurity. Spiraling under pressure, it’s clearer than ever that her darkest enemies include perfectionism, self-hatred, and an acute fear of failure. Her private fears have been exposed under a microscope, and she can’t articulate this turmoil or channel it into an outlet. Her raw trauma responses keep her alive, but lashing out with incandescent fury is a habit to unlearn for the sake of her patients, her long-term health, and her loneliness — because, despite appearances, Santos longs for genuine connection. When she dares to cautiously reach out, she’s rebuffed back into an isolation born of her own making and people not bothering to look past her hidden daggers. She seems surprised when Dr. Robby (Noah Wyle) reciprocates her concerns about Whitaker, but once she receives his empathetic ear, Santos abandons her normal pretenses.
‘The Pitt’s Shawn Hatosy Explains How Abbot’s “Unexpected” Arrival Shakes Up This Season
Hatosy and co-star Sepideh Moafi also discuss Al-Hashimi’s clash with Robby and the Season 1 moment that did Abbot dirty.
Even when she’s stretched too thin, Santos profoundly cares about the people for whom she’s responsible. When she suspects a father (Patrick Mulvey) of molesting his 9-year-old daughter, Kylie (Annabelle Toomey), an automatic switch activates the sheer range of her care: attentive, protective, impulsive, and ferocious enough to fight tooth-and-nail for Kylie’s wellfare, the consequences be damned. Given the anguishing implication that powerful men have violated more than Santos’ trust, Kylie spears her to the quick. Once Mel diagnoses Phylicia Ronson (Nyaling Marenah) with bulimia, Santos drops her dismissive impatience and offers compassionate support. Conversely, her frustration over her communication barriers with Harlow Graham (Jessica ‘Limer’ Flores), a symptom of the wider infrastructure’s inadequate disability accommodations, could never justify Santos’ dehumanizing treatment of Harlow. Combine her urgent profession with personal stressors, and the collision affects certain patients to the point of near-negligence.
Santos Singing to Baby Jane Doe in ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Episode 7 Reinforces Her Kindness
As for the mysterious abandoned baby, she couldn’t care less. To be fair, while the nurses can ignore ear-piercing wailing, it’s one strain too many for Santos’ overstimulated nerves. Forced to problem-solve, her unconventional gamble works as well as her spontaneous emergency hunches. The Pitt‘s expert in soft-hearted cynicism didn’t have this on her bingo card — soothing an infant with the Hiligaynon lullaby, “Ili-Ili, Tulog Anay.” When Baby Jane Doe seeks reassurance, her innocent hand latching onto Santos’ finger, a begrudgingly charmed Trinity drops her walls without resistance. She has nothing to hide from a newborn. For once, she can rest, focus, and just be herself — a caretaker remembering her purpose.
Santos’ serenade expands her innate softness onto a defenseless human. What’s more, the pair briefly relieving each other’s distress occurs when Santos most needs an anchor. Her innocuous deflection about therapy earlier in the season feels harrowing after glimpsing her self-harm scars. She’s a survivor with bared teeth and a fierce heart, but rather than soldier forward in unnoticed silence, she deserves safety, healing, and steadying mentors whose positive reinforcement and corrective accountability will empower her into a truly magnificent doctor.
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Jennifer Garner is reflecting on her co-parenting relationship with Ben Affleck and the complexities that come with raising children after a divorce.
The “13 Going On 30” actress explained that she has had to play both roles as mom and dad, while also admitting that co-parenting with her ex-husband brings “a little bit of loss.”
Jennifer Garner previously opened up about how “hard” her split from Ben Affleck was, noting that the transition was particularly difficult but for the help of her family.
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Jennifer Garner Says Co-Parenting Made Her Become Both ‘Mom And Dad’ To Her Kids With Ben Affleck
Garner has pulled back the curtain on the bittersweet reality of raising children, Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel, with her ex-husband Affleck.
The “Elektra” actress made the candid revelation in a recent episode of Bustle’s “One Nightstand” YouTube series, where she and host Charlotte Owen discussed the book, “Anne of Green Gables,” by Lucy Maud, and dove into the relationship between siblings Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, who adopted Anne Shirley by mistake.
Similar to the siblings, Owen asked Garner how she managed to find the balance in raising her children with intentionality and conscientiousness.
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“I think that I do a bit of both,” she explained. “And I think my kids’ dad does too. Especially when your kids grow up in two separate households, I become mom and dad, and he becomes dad and mom.”
She continued, “You kind of can’t help it, right? Because you don’t have the benefit of both sides of the yin and yang being in the same house.”
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The Actress Speaks On The ‘Loss’ Of Co-Parenting With Her Ex-Husband
Garner and Affleck first met on the set of “Pearl Harbor” but didn’t get involved with each other until a couple of years later. They struck up a close friendship by the summer of 2004, and got married in June the following year.
The former couple went on to welcome their three children and shared so many sweet memories until they decided to separate in 2015, before finalizing their divorce in 2018.
In an apparent bid to make up for the absence of the other partner, Garner explained that she had to “have a bit of both” upbringing qualities and appreciation “in the way” she and the “Accountant 2” actor parent.
“There’s a little bit of loss in that, but there’s also something gained in that,” she noted. “You also just learn. It’s made me let go and not focus so much on bringing up.”
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Jennifer Garner Made A Rare Comment On Her ‘Hard’ Divorce From Ben Affleck
During a January interview with Marie Claire UK, Garner made a rare comment about her difficult split from Affleck.
“You have to be smart about what you can and can’t handle, and I could not handle what was out there,” she told the news outlet. “But what was out there was not what was hard. The fact of it is what was hard.”
“The actual breaking up of a family is what was hard,” Garner continued. “Losing a true partnership and friendship is what was hard.”
According to the news outlet, she explained that the transition was quite difficult, but she stayed through it, thanks in part to the support of her family and friends.
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“I make a big, concerted effort to see my people as much as I can, because that’s what matters,” she shared. “That’s where your resilience is: it’s in your relationships and in the people who carry you through.”
The Actress Says She’s Able To Co-Parent With ‘Peace’
Despite their divorce, Garner and Affleck have kept their relationship cordial as they continue to co-parent their children.
The ex-couple has been seen out and about on several occasions with their children, and even sparked speculations that they were getting back together.
She has since opened up about co-parenting with Affleck with “peace” despite the difficulty of their divorce.
“I’m able to co-parent at this point in time with peace and equanimity and a partnership that I didn’t know I would ever get back to,” Garner shared with Marie Claire UK.
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Jennifer Garner Says That ‘Time’ Heals Even The Pain Of Divorce
Speaking more on the matter of co-parenting with her ex-husband, Garner addressed the feeling of disdain that may arise due to a divorce, noting that some women may tell themselves they would never be friends with an ex-partner again.
However, according to the actress, “time” gives a person the opportunity to grow and heal from even a bad breakup.
She continued, “I think it’s important for women to know, when they think, ‘Oh, I’ll never see that, I’ll never have that feeling, I’ll never be friends with this person again,’ [that] time is the opportunity.”
“Time is the opportunity to heal. Time is the opportunity to forgive, to move on, and to find a new way to be friends,” Garner added.
For Rachel “Raquel” Leviss, the best days of her life may be far away from the world of reality TV.
The former Bravo star made quite the splash on Vanderpump Rules when she was a full-time cast member for seasons 9 and 10. Ultimately, Leviss chose to walk away from the show ahead of season 11 after her role in Scandoval.
Although season 11 proved to be the final season of Vanderpump Rules for the original cast, a new group of SURvers decided to share their lives with the world for season 12, which premiered in December 2025.
Through all the changes, Leviss chose to stay away from West Hollywood, California, and create a new reality for herself in Arizona.
The new Vanderpump Rules cast isn’t focused on the haters who have their doubts about the Bravo show’s reboot. “Honestly, the amount of negativity has just been overshadowed by all of the love, and it’s been so surprisingly overwhelming to feel that,” Audrey Lingle exclusively shared with Us Weekly at the Vanderpump Dog Foundation Gala […]
As Vanderpump Rules wraps its season 12 finale on February 24, 2026, Us Weekly decided to check in and see what Leviss is up to now. Keep reading to learn more about her life outside of the spotlight:
What Does Rachel Leviss Do Now?
On her Instagram page, which has more than 586,000 followers as of February 2026, Rachel Leviss proclaims to be a mental health advocate in her bio.
When it comes to work, the former reality star is a certified sound bowl practitioner who is part of wellness retreats and various workshops.
“Last night we welcomed the Lunar New Year: the year of the Fire Horse 🔥🐎,” Leviss wrote via Instagram in February 2026. “A year of bold, aligned action… while staying grounded and rooted in integrity. We set intentions to call in vibrant health, deep strength and true abundance.”
Where Does Rachel Leviss Live Now?
It appears Rachel Leviss’ sound bowl business is based out of Arizona. In August 2024, the Bravo star explained what it was like living outside of Los Angeles.
“It was almost like I had to reach this unhealthy level of toxicity in order to make a change in my life. I’m grateful that I’ve been able to step out of that,” she told Us. “I don’t think L.A. is all bad, but being in certain environments could bring out the worst in a person. So now when I go visit Santa Monica, I have new friends and there’s a common theme [such as] spirituality and not drinking. It’s a much healthier social circle that I’m in in L.A.”
Is Rachel Leviss Dating?
Jason Boucher and Rachel Leviss Courtesy of Rachel Leviss/Instagram
In October 2024, Rachel Leviss confirmed that she was in a new relationship with a “normal” person. The man’s identity was later revealed to be Jason Boucher.
In April 2025, Leviss went Instagram official with Boucher when she posted photos of them cozying up at the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio, California.
While the couple tries to keep their relationship away from social media, Boucher posted a photo of his girlfriend in November 2025 while on vacation in Mexico.
“Every time I describe him to my friends, I say that he’s normal and I show them a photo of him. They’re, like, ‘Wow, he does look normal.’ It’s such an accomplishment,” Leviss shared on an October 2024 episode of iHeartRadio’s “Rachel Goes Rogue” podcast. “Given my dating history, normal was not necessarily something that I was looking for in somebody else. He’s just such a supportive person and I just feel really happy.”
What Happened to Rachel Leviss’ Podcast?
Initially, Rachel Leviss teamed up with executive producer Bethenny Frankel to create the “Rachel Goes Rogue” podcast. Every week, Leviss promised to explore a spectrum of topics with authenticity.
“She will passionately cultivate candid conversations, breaking the fourth wall in reality TV and frankly discussing living her entire dating life on camera,” iHeartRadio said in a press release. “Leviss will aspire to inspire, bring awareness to mental health issues and challenge the stigma surrounding treatment. Every topic is on the table with Rachel confronting her truths, exposing secrets and drawing strength from her continued transformations.”
After 65 episodes, Leviss chose to step away from the show in October 2024.
“I would like to thank my team and partnership with iHeart,” she wrote via Instagram at the time. “A special thanks to all the incredible guests who came on to share their expertise. Most importantly, I would like to thank everyone who gave the podcast a listen and hopefully had a positive experience.”
Rachel Leviss has found love with Jason Boucher. After her infamous affair with Vanderpump Rules’ Tom Sandoval in 2023 and a short-lived romance with Matthew Dunn, Levis shared in October 2024 that she was in a healthy relationship with a “normal guy.” “It’s very healthy and he’s very normal,” Leviss revealed on an episode of […]
What Does Rachel Leviss’ Friend Group Look Like?
In August 2024, Rachel Leviss acknowledged that building a new social circle as an adult can be difficult. Fortunately, she found a great group of friends through yoga.
“There’s just so much love there and it’s so easy to get along with everybody. [It’s] so drama-free and everyone has just been super welcoming,” she told Us. “This is how it should be like. It should be healthy friendships. It shouldn’t really be people tearing each other down in order to get power over one another. I feel like I was in that dynamic and that dysfunctional friend group for so long that that did feel normal to me. Now I have these new friends that have been friends for years and they have such a close connection.”
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