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These 8 Fantasy Shows Would’ve Thrived in the Streaming Era
Alongside the steady rise of streaming, fantasy television has also beautifully evolved, allowing countless stories to go beyond the restrictions of even network television. With this new freedom, fantasy TV has been able to deliver richer character development, deeper world-building, and much more cohesive storytelling. There exists quite a stunning list of fantasy epics that, whether through tightly constructed limited-series arcs or sprawling narratives, feel specifically designed for this thriving era of streaming.
Amazing fantasy watches, such as the character-focused show Merlin, with its enthralling slow-burning arcs of wizardry and friendship, and the creature-driven series Grimm, which is thrillingly ideal for one sitting, are two perfect streaming viewing experiences. Compiled on this list of fantasy shows that embody this recent era of masterful television—series that not only see success on streaming platforms, but feel as though they were built for them from the very beginning.
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‘Lucifer’ (2016–2021)
This once network television show, and now a streaming success, gradually became a true bingeworthy character study. Lucifer follows the Devil, Lucifer Morningstar (Tom Ellis), who is bored with his position in hell, and goes to Los Angeles to run a nightclub, only to unexpectedly become a police consultant.
Lucifer may have begun as a beloved network television series, but once cancelled and picked up by Netflix, the show instantly thrived on the streaming platform. The series was able to transfer its underrated TV success and expand it, which quickly proved that its character arcs and overall story were best experienced through continuous watches. Streaming allowed the show’s deeper storylines to truly shine, working so much better for on-demand watching. Lucifer also received a higher budget, fully embracing its streaming-era revival on Netflix, making it feel so much more like a cinematic experience that proved to be better suited for binge-watching.
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‘Lost Girl’ (2010–2016)
Lost Girl is an underrated good time that deserves a lot more attention and credit for its very bingeworthy storytelling that matches this vast streaming era quite nicely. The Canadian series centers on the butt-kicking succubus Bo (Anna Silk) as she navigates life as a creature who feeds on human sexual energy while trying to discover her origins.
Lost Girl isn’t the best hit fantasy series there is, but truthfully, it is one of the most addictive watches to ever exist. It’s perfect for a binge bender, as its serialized narrative with season arcs featuring missing artifacts, and ending Fae wars makes it ideal for continuous viewing. Lost Girl is the perfect mesh of long-term mysteries and standalone monster installments that is capable of keeping audiences thoroughly invested even when watching multiple episodes back-to-back, cementing its place among the rest of the series that feel practically built for streaming.
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‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ (2005–2008)
Though originally aired weekly, Avatar: The Last Airbender proves to be much more suited for the streaming shelf. The fantasy animated series is set in a world where most of the Earth’s population wields one of the four elements and follows Aang (Zach Tyler Eisen)—the last Airbender—and his friends’ journey to save the world from the tyrannical force known as the Fire Nation.
Avatar: The Last Airbender may have been an amazing weekly experience back when it was on air, but with it now sitting on streaming platforms, the series is thriving like never before. While streaming may not have been as prominent during its release, Avatar: The Last Airbender, so iconicly ahead of its time, feels like it was specifically built for modern-day streaming platforms. The show is much better taken in with its new bingable form. Not only does the story seem more cohesive, but it also showcases the growth of its characters and overarching narrative, making it an overall more satisfying viewing experience. Avatar: The Last Airbender‘s success on streaming platforms only proves that it was always meant for binge-watching during this addictive streaming era, despite its network TV origins.
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‘Merlin’ (2008–2012)
Merlin is a medieval fantasy reimagining of the Arthurian legend that hosts amazing character development that makes it feel perfectly suited for this era of streaming. The series focuses on a young Merlin’s (Colin Morgan) arrival in Camelot and his sometimes awkward but always touching friendship with Prince Arthur (Bradley James). At the same time, Merlin must make sure he hides an important part of himself from Arthur, all the while discovering an enchanting destiny that demands he protect the dashing prince.
Merlin is a truly magical watch. Despite its 2008 debut, the series’ exploration of friendship and destiny through a complex bond between a forbidden sorcerer and a prince makes for addictive TV no matter the year. The show has quite a few streaming-friendly aspects to it that inspire viewers to watch continuously. With intensely building episodes and high-stakes cliffhangers, Merlin is a steady encouragement for binge-watching. The show’s consistent tone of adventure and humor makes it easy to watch multiple episodes back-to-back, making Merlin the perfect fantasy great for this list of series built for streaming.
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‘Once Upon a Time’ (2011–2018)
This modern twist on fairytales is often hailed as a fantasy gem that sparked an entire new era for network television. Once Upon a Time centers on bail bondswoman Emma Swan (Jennifer Morrison), who finds herself in the town of Storybrooke, where fairy tale characters unknowingly live as simple, ordinary citizens of modern time without knowing their true identities due to a powerful curse.
Once Upon a Time‘s serialized nature, featuring family heritage reveals and ongoing curse mysteries, makes it the ideal binge-watch. Its interconnected stories and layered timelines make it downright perfect for back-to-back viewing. The story itself was designed as an ongoing epic, with each season introducing new worlds and more dastardly villains. Each episode frequently ends on an extremely dramatic note, prompting viewers to addictively search for more. While the series debuted on network television, Once Upon a Time‘s complex story threads that pick up in subsequent episodes without requiring any breaks make it perfect for streaming consumption.
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‘Grimm’ (2011–2017)
Grimm is a dark crime drama with a fantasy twist that explores folklore and fairytales in an extremely captivating way. The show follows Detective Nick Burkhardt (David Giuntoli), who discovers that he is a “Grimm,” an individual destined to keep the balance between humanity and the mythological creatures known as Wesen.
With a blend of ongoing mythology and case-of-the-week TV good times, Grimm delivers a watch that truly thrives in a binge format. The show’s deeper lore and character arcs are free to fully unfold in a way that perfectly aligns with what is often seen in modern streaming storytelling. Grimm‘s hybrid approach to its storytelling allows for both casual viewership of individual episodes and also rewards marathon fans following the big picture, solidifying the series as a consistently dark and serialized fantasy gem that is perfect for consecutive episode viewing on demand platforms.
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‘Charmed’ (1998–2006)
This defining witchy series fantastically blends growing supernatural mythology with captivating episodic storytelling. The ’90s fantasy series icon, Charmed, focuses on three sisters—Prue (Shannen Doherty), Piper (Holly Marie Combs), and Phoebe (Alyssa Milano) Halliwell—as they make the discovery that they’re powerful good witches who are destined to fight the forces of evil as “The Charmed Ones.”
The supernatural hit series, Charmed, is a classic that is a seamless fit for modern streaming platforms. The series’ balance of overarching plots and standalone episodes makes for some pretty bingeworthy TV. Continuous viewing of the iconic drama is only rewarded, as viewers are able to fully experience the story’s evolving power-ups and interesting lore that aligns quite well with today’s streaming-friendly format. Charmed may have had network beginnings, but it stands as a fantasy series that truly feels as if it were built perfectly for on-demand success.
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‘Sleepy Hollow’ (2013–2017)
Sleepy Hollow is the reimagining of a classic legend that mixes mythology and history, delivering to viewers a truly captivating supernatural thriller. The time-bending fantasy follows Ichabod Crane (Tom Mison), a Revolutionary War soldier, who awakens in present-day Sleepy Hollow, NY, after mysteriously surviving execution centuries ago.
With evolving mythologies and serialized mysteries, Sleepy Hollow feels so much more than its network roots; in fact, it feels quite ideal for streaming platforms. Even with a network-level budget, the show’s gothic style and action sequences of magic fights and creature effects were still realized quite nicely. During its time on air on Fox, Sleepy Hollow would sometimes use mid-season breaks, which in the streaming era translates into a continuous flow that makes it easy to invest in watching multiple episodes, marking it as a fantasy watch ideal for streaming audiences.
Sleepy Hollow
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Mark Goffman, Clifton Campbell
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Phillip Iscove, Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, Len Wiseman
Potential jurors in Kanye West’s ongoing Malibu mansion trial are well aware of his wife’s fashion style and have expressed their disapproval.
West is married to Bianca Censori, who has become known in recent years for her bold and often provocative style, even during public appearances.
Jurors also reportedly took issue with West’s social media behavior, and both he and Censori expected to testify as the case moves forward.
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A Juror Called Bianca Censori’s Grammy Outfit ‘Disgusting’
During a jury selection hearing for Kanye West’s $57 million Malibu mansion lawsuit against a construction worker, things got a bit personal when they were asked whether “they had formed opinions” about the rapper and his wife, Bianca Censori.
According to the New York Post, the majority of the proposed pool raised their hands to affirm they had, and for Censori, those opinions appeared to center on her fashion choices.
On a number of occasions, Censori has appeared in public wearing a variety of risqué outfits, with some going as far as putting her privates on display.
At last year’s Grammys red carpet, she pushed boundaries even further by dressing nearly naked in a skintight, fully see-through dress, which she had initially covered with a long black fuzzy coat.
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The attire was referenced specifically by juror #37, who described it as “disgusting.”
“I saw it on Facebook,” said the individual. “I don’t know if his wife? I didn’t like the way she presented himself. I don’t want to look at it. It’s disgusting!” she stated, before adding she could still remain unbiased during the trial.
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The Rapper Was Criticized For His Social Media Antics
As for West, some jurors pointed out that they had issues with his social media antics, which had already garnered him negative traction over the years.
One retired school teacher, who is #45 in the pool, even revealed that his low opinion of West is shared by his relatives.
“I don’t like what he supports. My relatives are very against this guy,” the juror said.
Another juror, who is an IT specialist, pointed out that they had read about his rants on Reddit, which “shifted negatively” their opinion of the rapper.
One more juror, a female, referenced West’s rants against Jewish people, saying that not only did she dislike what he said about them, but the rapper also has a poor understanding of how to approach such issues.
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“He simplifies things. This guy doesn’t analyze things properly,” the individual noted.
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All About Kanye West’s $57 Million Malibu Mansion Case\
For the case, West is being sued by Tony Saxon, a construction worker who worked on the remodeling of the rapper’s $57 million Malibu Mansion years ago.
Originally designed by star architect Tadao Ando for financier Richard Sachs, the 4,000-square-foot home was purchased by Kanye West in 2021 for $57.25 million during his divorce from Kim Kardashian. The rapper has since offloaded it to Bellwood Investment for under half of what he paid.
Now, according to court documents, Saxon claims that West withheld his wages and subjected him to unsafe working conditions during the renovation. He also alleges that he was wrongfully terminated by the rapper.
Saxon is seeking more than a million dollars in damages from the court and is expected to testify at the trial, alongside West and Censori.
The Rapper’s Attorney Refuted Tony Saxon’s Claims About Payment During Opening Statement
On Tuesday, opening statements for the Malibu mansion case were delivered by the lawyers representing both sides.
West’s attorney, Andrew Cherkasky, came out strong to quickly deny Saxon’s allegations about payment, per Rolling Stone.
He claimed that Saxon was well paid for the six weeks of work on the “architectural gem” and that while he was hired for “renovation prep work,” he instead “destroyed the Ando house.”
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Kanye West’s Attorney Accused The Alleged Victim Of Setting ‘An Impossible Standard’ For Himself
West’s attorney also dismissed Saxon’s claim that he was forced to live in the building during the renovation, insisting that the decision was entirely his own.
“It was Saxon who set for himself an impossible standard. He wanted to work 24/7. He wanted to camp at the house. He wanted to be the guy in charge,” Cherkasky told the jurors.
The attorney continued, “Ye will tell you he was shocked hearing there was no bathroom there. … Nobody asked [Saxon] to stay there, certainly not overnight.”
Selena Gomez is standing firmly by husband Benny Blanco after his “Friends Keep Secrets” podcast debut sparked online debate over his candid hygiene comments and on-camera antics.
Rather than address the backlash directly, the pop star shared a sweet Instagram video of the couple kissing, writing that she falls “more and more in love” with him each day.
The show of affection comes as the newlyweds celebrate five months of marriage.
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Selena Gomez Shows Unwavering Love For Benny Blanco Amid Podcast Controversy
Selena Gomez is making it clear that nothing, not even a viral overshare, is shaking her feelings for Benny Blanco.
Just one day after Blanco sparked online chatter with some eyebrow-raising comments about his personal hygiene during the launch of his new “Friends Keep Secrets” podcast series, Gomez shared a playful video on her Instagram Story.
In the clip, the couple is seen laughing together in a park before she leans in for a kiss.
She captioned the post with a heartfelt message, writing that she falls “more and more in love” with him every day.
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Benny Blanco Sparks Online Reactions Over Barefoot Moment And Hygiene Confessions On Podcast
Benny Blanco debuts his new podcast by farting with his dirty feet on his and Selena Gomez’s couch.
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Blanco’s podcast’s debut episode sent fans of Gomez into a frenzy. During the February 24 premiere, the music producer appeared lounging barefoot on a couch in an orange-and-yellow T-shirt and tan pants, with viewers quickly pointing out that his feet looked visibly dirty as they rested on the cushions.
The YouTube comments section was filled with reactions. Some fans playfully called him out, with one writing, “Good podcast, wash your feet, Benny, and wash the floors.”
At another point in the episode, Blanco leaned into the shock factor by intentionally passing gas near the microphone, telling listeners to see if it would register on audio.
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The video of Blanco’s feet quickly went viral on social media, prompting serious backlash from fans of Gomez, with many going as far as begging her to divorce her husband.
One person wrote on X, “LITERALLY WHY would she marry him out of all the men in the world?”
Another commented, “He’s absolutely DISGUSTING. What is Selena even doing??? sis wake up. He’s gross.”
However, going by Gomez’s latest post on her Instagram stories, she doesn’t seem to be bothered by Blanco’s viral dirty feet.
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Why Benny Blanco Started A Podcast Series
Blanco said the inspiration behind his new digital series was rooted in positivity.
Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter in an interview published February 24, he explained that he wanted to create a space centered on friendship and humor.
“For all the Andrew Tates and terrible people in this world, I saw an opening because I love hanging out with my friends, and it just so happens that my two best friends are the funniest people that I know and maybe the funniest people in the world,” Blanco said.
Amid the backlash over his dirty feet and hygiene, it is worth noting that Blanco’s relaxed approach to hygiene isn’t entirely new.
In a 2024 interview with People Magazine, Blanco admitted he doesn’t shower daily and avoids frequently washing his hair.
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He explained that he believes natural oils need time to restore themselves, noting that some people shower multiple times a day, but he prefers a less frequent routine.
Selena Gomez And Benny Blanco Open Up About Their Deep Bond And Early Certainty Of Marriage
Through it all, Gomez has remained openly affectionate. The couple has consistently spoken about their admiration for each other.
In a joint interview with Rolling Stone last March, Blanco said he knew early on that Gomez would be his wife.
“I was so sure that I was gonna marry her,” he said, adding that their relationship felt unlike anything he had experienced before. He explained that they both wake up thinking about how to make the other’s day better.
The “Emilia Perez” star shared a similar perspective in her March 2024 cover story with Vanity Fair, calling Blanco a “light” in her life and her best friend.
“I’ve never been loved this way,” she said at the time, “He’s just been a light. A complete light in my life. He’s my best friend. I love telling him everything.”
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Selena Gomez Shares Loved-Up Yacht Photos With Benny Blanco As He Calls Her ‘My Angel’
More recently, Gomez gave fans another glimpse into their relationship with photos from a yacht getaway shared on Instagram.
The 33-year-old beauty mogul looked radiant in a white bikini, lounging on a deck chair with her hair pulled into a sleek bun. In one image, she leaned down to talk to Blanco as he relaxed nearby; in another, he kissed her forehead while she held a mug between them.
She captioned the post simply, “Randoms,” alongside additional photos of friends, uplifting messages, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of her Rare Beauty brand.
Blanco quickly chimed in within the comments, writing “My angel,” a reply that drew thousands of likes. Fans also flooded the section with supportive messages, praising the couple and celebrating their affection for one another.
Shia LaBeouf
Cops Called To NOLA Home For Alleged Fight Between Exes
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Cops were called out to Shia LaBeouf‘s New Orleans home a few times prior to his Mardi Gras arrest — including once for an alleged fight between exes that allegedly included a punch below the belt … according to police records obtained by TMZ.
Docs show a call for service at a NOLA home belonging to Shia for an alleged incident in early February between an unnamed man and the man’s ex-girlfriend.
According to the police report, obtained by TMZ, cops say the man told police he was inside his home Feb 8. around 11:30 PM showing the place to his girlfriend when he heard a knock at the door and saw his ex-girlfriend entering the home and running toward them.
Police say the man told them he told his GF to run from his ex and he got between the women … and that’s when he claims his ex punched him in the groin area, making him “slump over and grimace due to the pain.”
Cops say the man told them he dated the ex in November but broke the relationship off in December. Police also say the man told them he was not injured during the incident and refused medical services.
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Police say the man was asked five risk questions about domestic violence … and he told them he wasn’t sure if his ex would seriously injure or kill him … he told cops he knew “she was arrested for stabbing someone” in the past. The man also told police the ex threatens him in “every interaction” and that things were only “getting worse.”
The report says an arrest warrant was issued for the ex-girlfriend.
As we first reported … Shia was arrested last week in New Orleans after allegedly punching a bar employee, sparking a brawl before cops arrived. He was later charged with two counts of simple battery.
The arrest came months after Shia’s split from estranged wife Mia Goth. We broke the story … following the breakup, Shia relocated from Los Angeles to New Orleans in December, purchasing a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath Uptown cottage for just over $1 million.
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Shia hasn’t been shy about going out in NOLA since the arrest … and we got video of him packing on the PDA with a mystery brunette Saturday night at a bar just off Bourbon Street.
We reached out to Shia’s camp … so far no word back.
According to a new report, the future king insisted that Andrew shouldn’t have anything to do with the royal family after he gave a disastrous interview in 2019 about Epstein victim, Virginia Giuffre.
Prince William’s prolonged protest against his father’s brother is also said to have “caused huge rows” with King Charles.
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Prince William Told King Charles That Andrew Should Be ‘Banished’
Prince William told his father, King Charles, that former Prince Andrew should be “banished” after his train wreck interview with the BBC in 2019, royal author Russell Myers revealed.
The interview, which Emily Maitlis hosted, addressed the former Duke of York’s friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and accusations of sexual assault made by Virginia Giuffre.
Andrew refused to show remorse for his friendship with Epstein, nor did he acknowledge the trauma of his victims, causing William to tell his father that he needs to be “banished” and placed far away from the monarchy.
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“William was absolutely adamant after seeing that BBC Newsnight interview with his uncle and the disastrous explanations that he gave for being friends with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein,” Myers told Us Weekly. “Refusing to apologize for his relationship and refusing to acknowledge the actual trauma of Epstein victims was an absolute red line for William.”
“He actually said to the late queen and his father [King Charles III], ‘He has to be banished. Andrew has to be rid of both the public and the private royal family,’” the expert added.
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The Prince Of Wales Would Have Taken Stricter ‘Measures’ Against His Uncle If He Were King
Myers, the author of “William and Catherine: The Monarchy’s New Era: The Inside Story,” went further to share that the monarchy has been grappling with the bad rep Andrew has given it.
However, William understands he really can’t do much to turn things around.
Following the recent release of more Epstein files, Andrew raised eyebrows as he was pictured in several compromising positions.
After that, law enforcement arrested him on suspicion that he shared sensitive information with Epstein during his time as part of the U.K. trade envoy.
He had previously been accused of sexual assault by Virginia Giuffre, which he denied, but later reached an out-of-court settlement with her.
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Considering this, the royal author, Myers, noted that William would have done more to prevent this if he were king, but understands the situation of things and is focused on supporting his father, King Charles.
“The Andrew scandal has been a stain on the royal family,” Myers shared. “William [if he were king] would have taken certain measures to have Andrew completely out of the picture. William understands that his father needs to take the lead on this, and he’s willing to support him in any way he can.”
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Prince William And Kate Middleton Are ‘Deeply Concerned’
However, the future king isn’t just folding his hands and has since taken a public stand with the victims.
He and his wife Kate Middleton shared a statement in a bid to distance themselves from Andrew, saying they were “deeply concerned” following the latest batch of documents linked to the Epstein investigation.
“I can confirm that the Prince and Princess of Wales have been deeply concerned by the continued revelations,” the palace said in a statement. “Their thoughts remain focused on the victims.”
Myers seemingly suggested that the couple is laying a precedent and fighting for their future.
“We’ve already heard from both William and [Princess Kate Middleton] saying how deeply concerned they were, and they are, of course, because this is their future on the line as well,” he shared.
The Future King’s Stand Has ‘Caused Huge Rows’ With His Father, King Charles
It appears William’s prolonged protest against his disgraced uncle caused a strain with his father, King Charles.
According to Fox News Digital, royal expert Ian Pelham Turner acknowledged that the future king has remained adamant about his uncle’s banishment since 2019, and it has “caused huge rows with his father.”
“In reality, William has been ferociously driving the total banishment of Andrew since 2019, after the ‘Newsnight’ car crash interview. This has caused huge rows with his father,” Turner said.
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Prince William ‘Will Take The Lead In Due Course’
British photographer Helena Chard also echoed the same claim that William has long been against Andrew, but may have to wait till he ascends the throne before he can “work his magic.”
“For years, Prince William, behind the scenes, has been pushing his father to sort the Andrew problem once and for all… He is not slow in coming forward and very much reads the room of the general public and younger generation,” Chard explained.
She added, “His father, King Charles, is head of state and as such holds the lead baton. Prince William will take lead role in due course, and at this time, he will further work his magic.”
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The battle for day 1 dominance is officially on!
NBA YoungBoy has made it clear time and time again that he doesn’t play about his wife, Jazlyn Mychelle. The rapper recently returned to the internet with a warning for anyone mentioning her. While he was addressing that, fans on the other side of the net noticed that one of the tattoos on his head appears to have changed.
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NBA YoungBoy Releases A PSA For Anyone Mentioning His Wife
On the heels of welcoming his 13th child, his third with his wife, NBA YoungBoy returned to the internet with a message. On Monday, the rapper took to Instagram with a warning for the haters while also showing love to his partner. He even shared a little relationship advice, letting the world know how married life has been treating him. He stated, “Stop that b**** a** s***! Stop hating on me. Keep Jazlyn’s name out your mouth.” He went on to say, “Why you think I’m so lit? Why you think I’m so motivated?”
YoungBoy made it clear that it all comes down to the partner you choose, telling people they better choose wisely.
Fans Notice That NBA YoungBoy’s “Jania” Tattoo Now Says “Jazlyn”
While some fans reacted to his message, others tuned in to his latest music video, ‘Another Episode.’ After its release, photos began circulating online, including a zoomed-in image of his face. Many noticed that one of his “Jania” tattoos, referencing his ex and the mother of one of his sons, now appears to say “Jazlyn.”
That left many on X in a frenzy, as some couldn’t believe their eyes. One person tweeted, “YB done replaced Jania’s name on his face, now I gotta really let my ex go. We in this together.” Another wrote, “This can’t be the end of Kentrell n Jania broooo.”
Some fans even referenced his lyric from his 2018 song “Changes,” where he raps, “No, I won’t never take her name off my face,” while reminiscing on the past. Still, others were happy to see him moving on. One user tweeted, “I’m so happy YB finally letting Jania go for 4life!!! Ik Jania happy tooo!! They both happy,” while another added, “Some people just have to get over YB and Jania.”
Jania previously addressed the chatter, urging fans to stop linking them romantically. She clarified that they’ve both moved on and only co-parent their son.
Social Media Reacts
Fans flooded the comments as they caught up on what NBA YoungBoy has been up to under The Shade Room Teens. Many loved his message about Jazlyn and said they’re happy to see him happy. As for the tattoo change, some didn’t know how to feel about it. A few admitted it’s hard to let go of him and Jania, while others said it’s time to move on since he’s married. Still, some fans aren’t ready to let it go just yet.
Instagram user @_queennnn_ wrote, “He defending her in public. I love it!”
Instagram user @igobywest added, “He’s really saying that he has a strong woman behind him and that’s the reason why he’s on top the way that he is and he feels amazing by the way 🔥”
While Instagram user @prettysituation_ wrote, “We really want yaya to understand he’s talkin about her”
Instagram user @noiglexus wrote, “they weird dab 😂 nih is married nb worried about Jania & yb nm ts so overrrr with 😂”
Instagram user @dazannanco_ added, “Welp they both did move on but what a timeeee tho”
While Instagram user @beautynlashed.bychas wrote, “’turning a bihh name into another one’ is sooo funny 😂😂😂
Instagram user @2buckzdgaf wrote, “Please be so fr, he’s not done with her. He just covering it to ‘respect’ his wife”
Instagram user @missingkyra added, “remove the other 4 tattoos so we can know you over her free”
While Instagram user @diana_twin534 wrote, “Say wat yall want, he Love his wife. Behind closed doors we don’t know wat the discussion is bout other Females. This is a message bout having a PARTNER.”
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What Do You Think Roomies?
Aaron Carter’s Mom
Claims Pop Star’s Ex Took Money From His Accounts
Melanie Martin Denies Allegation
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Aaron Carter’s mom is embroiled in a legal battle with the late pop star’s ex-fiancée, Melanie Martin, over what she claims are “illegal withdrawals” from his accounts … TMZ has learned.
Jane Schneck filed court docs opposing the final accounting for Aaron’s estate. She said she had various issues with the accounting report submitted by the court-appointed estate administrator.
In her filing, Jane said she believed Aaron’s name, image and likeness were worth more than listed. Aaron died on November 5, 2022.
Jane claims in early 2023, Melanie activated a website under her name to sell Aaron Carter-themed merchandise promoted with his name and likeness.
Jane claims that from November 7, 2022 — two days after Aaron’s death — to November 29, 2022, Melanie made “illegal withdrawals” totaling $24,530.57 from the singer’s accounts.
Aaron’s mom said she informed the estate admin about the matter and offered to buy the rights for her late son’s name and likeness for $30,000 … but she says her offer was summarily rejected over the phone by the estate administrator.
Jane claims the administrator is “partial to Melanie.”
Jane does say she believes “[Melanie] is a good mother to” Aaron’s son “and that she takes care of his daily physical and emotional needs.” She also says she “fully accepts her fair share of blame for creating the bad relationship between her and Melanie.” She adds she has not responded to alleged online attacks by Melanie for over a year.
Aaron’s mom said she does not wish any “legal harm” to Melanie and is “willing to believe that [Melanie] truly believed she was entitled to the money she took from the estate.”
Jane said her primary concern is safeguarding the financial future of her grandson, Prince. To ensure that, Jane wants to disqualify Melanie from acting as trustee of Prince’s trust and insists she should not be put in control of Aaron’s name and likeness rights.
Melanie tells TMZ … “Jane is uninformed on Aaron’s financials.” Melanie said Aaron gave her the LOVE business, “which he said on Instagram Live in the past.” She says the couple also had joint accounts.
A clip of Natalie Nunn clocking Claressa Shields‘ boxing moves during her match against Franchón Crews-Dezurn has internet users crackin’ UP.
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More On The Clip Of Natalie Nunn Clocking Claressa Shields’ Boxing Moves During Match Against Franchón Crews-Dezurn
On Monday, February 23, a user on X, formerly known as Twitter, took to the platform to share a clip from the stands at Shields’ match against Crews-Dezurn. Furthermore, the clip was captioned, “Natalie Nunn was taking notes at the Claressa shields fight…”
Additionally, it showed Nunn intently watching Shields while recording her jabs against Franchón Crews-Dezurn. The clip ultimately gained 1.7 million views and even caught a reaction from Shields, who appeared amused by Nunn.
Peep the clip and Claressa Shields’ reaction below.
Internet Users Are Crackin’ Up As Natalie Nunn Reacts
Internet users were crackin’ UP in reaction to the clip in TSR’s comment section.
Instagram user @okaynadj wrote, “She’s so unintentionally funny”
While Instagram user @josephhamir added, “THE LITTLE SMIRK YO I’M FRIED 😂 She’s plotting on somebody”
Instagram user @themeganbaca wrote, “😂 Me after saying ‘It ain’t really our business.’”
While Instagram user @__nosila added, “She gon show that to the baddies and tell them to act it out 😂”
Instagram user @bryce.x.o wrote, “Nat be so funny without even trying sometimes 😂😂😂”
While Instagram user @iamshabba_ added, “Not playing no games 🤣 nobody about to come for her at no more reunions 🤏🏾 lol”
Instagram user @thatboyflossy wrote, “She knows how to become a meme without even trying💀💀”
While Instagram user @stephonchristopher added, “Nat was locked tf in she must’ve put a bet in 😂😂”
Instagram user @thereallexi3_ wrote, “😂😂😂😂😂she put money on shields that’s all !!”
While Instagram user @_amberiaaaa added, “who tfuck recorded her 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭”
Instagram user @msvictoriacherie wrote, “That takes 20+ years of training Natalie 😅”
Additionally, even Natalie Nunn stepped in to provide more context:
“😂😂😂😂 🤦🏽♀️ I had money on the fight”
Furthermore, Chrisean Rock even dropped a reaction to the clip:
“😂😂😂😂😂”
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As The Shade Room previously reported, Claressa Shields and Franchón Crews-Dezurn faced off at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan, on Sunday, February 22. Ultimately, Shields defended her heavyweight champion title and won the match at a reported 100-90 score.
Afterwards, Shields continued to make headlines as she and Papoose stepped out to celebrate her big win.
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Ray J has sparked concern after sharing now-deleted messages about allegedly being targeted, accusing someone of “trying to kill” him.
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Ray J Shares Now-Deleted Messages About Allegedly Being Targeted, Accusing Someone Of “Trying To Kill Him”
On Tuesday, February 24, Ray J took to his Instagram account to share a now-deleted reel with his more than 2.9 million followers. Furthermore, Ray J shared a clip of his face close-up in the camera’s view. Over the clip were various text captions, which read:
“I DONT EVEN TALK ABOUT YOU!! – until you try to illegally bribe and bully me!! — now you trying to kill me! , drugging me and setting up traps!! – I have kids too.!! — SMH — my family from MISSISSIPPI! – YOU CAN NEVER TEAR DOWN THE BLACK CULTURE!! Or me!! Or my mom or my sister or GOD!!! … JAYZ LAWYER CANT HELP YOU H@E… I ready to WALK YOU DOWN H0E… YOUR LAWYER IS SCUM! —HE DON’T KNOW ME BUT I KNOW HE REPRESENTS LYERS AND CON ARTISTS LIKE YOU AND YOUR WHOLE GIG!!!”
Furthermore, the post also featured a message where Ray accused his target of stealing from him and his family.
Peep the concerning post and the caption he included alongside it below.
Ray J’s Messages Sparked Concern
Social media users shared concern for the singer in TSR’s comment section.
Instagram user @twoshotsofadri wrote, “We have a mental health crisis in this country…”
While Instagram user @phenixrisin added, “The sad part is something is really going on and everybody making jokes.”
Instagram user @itskitsovain wrote, “I think we need Cam Newton to decode this.”
While Instagram user @igobyp.harris added, “He done gave me a headache trying to decipher that message”
Instagram user @jazz_didit_ wrote, “Kardashians? 🧐”
While Instagram user @impressive__t added, “He been around Ye or something???”
Instagram user @vvsyoni wrote, “lordt I knew this was about Kim K, even before I saw ‘canye’ 😭”
While Instagram user @body_n_building added, “@herxaurax all I can see is ‘truth can’t be altered. Alex Spel is a p*sy sucker __ is a thief…I got _____… ye won’t even support me … my momma and b got my back tho”
Instagram user @phillysmostwnted wrote, “I believe him !! But yall quick to call ppl crazy”
While Instagram user @greeneyedgyrl added, “Why is he so obsessed with KimK & her family? It’s been OVER 20 years since they dated!!!”
Instagram user @kennethmangalindan wrote, “He speaking hieroglyphics.”
While Instagram user @king.barbero added, “If he’s in trouble, he’s the cause.. I can almost promise you that.. sad.”
Instagram user @pusha.dee wrote, “Crazy because it actually makes sense. It’s a reason he prob wrote it like this….”
To note, about an hour after Ray shared the post, he wrote in his comment section:
“My momma said chill – I ain’t even started yet”
His Now-Deleted Messages About Allegedly Being Targeted & Accusing Someone Of “Trying To Kill Him” Arrived Amid Reports Regarding Kris Jenner
It remains unclear who Ray J’s message was intended for. However, it arrived amid new reports regarding Kris Jenner. As The Shade Room previously reported, in October 2025, Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner hit the singer with a lawsuit. This was for his appearance on TMZ in May of that year, where he said he would believe it if the Kardashians were “being charged for racketeering.”
The following month, Ray J reportedly hit Kim Kardashian and her mother with his own lawsuit, per The Shade Room. He reportedly accused them of violating a previous order forbidding them from speaking about his and Kardashian’s 2003 NSFW tape. Ray reportedly argued that he’s owed $1 million in damages and seemingly wanted to reiterate that the tape was not leaked against Kardashian’s will.
Earlier this week, TMZ reported that Jenner updated her and Kardashian’s defamation suit against Ray with a declaration page accusing Ray of harassment.
“To say that my daughter and I are being pursued for doing something worse than Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, is a horrific lie,” Jenner reportedly wrote in the declaration. “… [o]ver the past two decades, I have had to watch [Ray J] publicly terrorize my daughter by continually talking, and lying, about her in the press to try and keep himself relevant.”
Jenner reportedly argued that Ray’s actions have caused Kardashian emotional distress.
“My family is of the utmost importance to me. It is deeply painful to watch my daughter experience the stress brought upon her by [Ray J], and her feelings of hopelessness and his harassment will never end,” she reportedly added.
As for herself, Jenner reportedly wrote that she is “deeply angered, insulted, and shaken by the accusations,” and fears Ray’s statements will harm her businesses.
“I took this step because I could no longer bear [Ray J’s] campaign of harassment against my daughter and my family or to watch my daughter cry again over the lies he’s painted about us,” she noted.
TMZ reports that earlier this month, Kardashian also filed her own declaration, stating that she fears her dream of becoming a lawyer will be ruined by the singer.
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