The Bold and the Beautiful has Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) absolutely crushed because Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig) turned down his marriage proposal. And it looks like he might be questioning everything and wondering if he made the right choice when he left Sheila to get with Taylor because the rejection is hitting him hard.

We’re going to talk about how Deacon Sharp may realize that he made a mistake and he may dump Taylor Hayes and then go running back to Sheila Carter (Kimberlin Brown). And now let’s talk about how things are shifting and where we’re going.

Bold and the Beautiful: Taylor Shoots Deacon Down

We just saw Deacon get down on one knee and he asked Taylor to be his wife. And poor Deacon did not get the response that he was hoping to get. It looked like he really thought Taylor was going to say yes. And she didn’t. She told Deacon no. But she says not because she doesn’t love him.

Taylor told Deacon she loves their relationship just the way it is and she doesn’t see any reason at all to get married. Taylor thinks at their age and because she and Deacon have both been married and divorced before that things are different and Taylor was saying, “Oh, you know, we don’t need a ceremony.” Plus, she said she’s afraid that if she and Deacon get married, it will change their relationship for the worse.

But Taylor also told Deacon there are just too many complications because of Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) and Sheila. And honestly, that shouldn’t even be a factor for Taylor because at this point, Sheila’s leaving them alone. And right now, all Deacon’s ex cares about is having a relationship with Finn Finnegan (Tanner Novlan) and her grandson Hayes.

But as we know, the drama is off the charts where Sheila, Finn, and Steffy are concerned right now. Sheila gave Deacon a divorce and she’s leaving him and Taylor in peace. So, she’s really a non-issue for them. And as far as Steffy goes, she has mostly accepted Taylor’s relationship with Deacon. And of course, it would be a little of a bit of a shock if Steffy found out that Taylor and Deacon were getting married. But Steffy would accept that eventually as long as her mom’s happy.

Deacon’s Proposal Rejection and Sheila Comparison on B&B

So, it sounds like Taylor is just coming up with every excuse in the book to not marry Deacon, to not say yes. And he told Taylor, “It’s okay. They don’t have to get married as long as they’re still together.” But you could see the heartbreak. Poor Deacon was crushed. So much so that he asked Taylor if he made a mistake by divorcing Sheila to be with her because Deacon definitely thought they were going to have a future as husband and wife. And now Taylor’s telling him that’s not going to happen. And it sounds like she meant never. So Deacon’s taking it hard.

I absolutely don’t blame him at all for getting his feelings hurt like this because if Taylor really loved him, you know, if she truly cared about Deacon, she would let nothing stand in the way of marrying him. And Taylor tried to say if they were in their 20s, it’d be different. No. Love is love and Deacon loves her and it looks like he loves her a lot more than Taylor loves him. And of course, she still wants to be with Deacon, but the fact that she’s not willing to legally commit to them as a couple might be something that Deacon can’t get over.

Taylor’s kind of reminding me of how Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) was with Will Spencer (Crew Morrow), where she always put her family and others ahead of Will, whereas Melissa Dylan (Sydney Bullock) is the person who puts Will first. And Deacon definitely puts Taylor first. I mean, he risked a lot divorcing Sheila for her. Deacon could have lost half of Il Giardino. And if Sheila went berserk, Deacon might have lost his life. But Taylor’s putting her anxiety over Sheila and Steffy before her love for Deacon.

Bold and Beautiful: Taylor Worried About Backlash

I also suspect Taylor’s worried about how Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) will react because, you know, he won’t take it well if he hears that Deacon and Taylor got engaged. I’m sure Ridge and Steffy are hoping Taylor and Deacon would eventually fizzle out. So, they’ll be happy that Taylor said no to Deacon. By comparison, Sheila would have done anything to stay with Deacon.

Yeah, she overstaffed when she kept the Luna Nozawa (Lisa Yamada) secret from him, but that wasn’t about Sheila not loving Deacon. That was her also loving her granddaughter and trying to protect her. I mean, really, Sheila worshiped Deacon. And now we’ve got Taylor rejecting something that Sheila would jump at the chance to have.

So, things are out of balance with Deacon and Taylor. They were not with him and Sheila. When Deacon was with Sheila, she loved Deacon completely and unconditionally. And there was nothing that Sheila wouldn’t have done for Deacon. Nothing that I can think of. Aside from Finn, we know that Deacon is and was Sheila’s everything. She even loved Deacon enough to let him go when he said he wanted Taylor.

Sheila didn’t like it, but she agreed because in the end, she wanted Deacon to be happy, even if that was with Taylor. And Sheila really didn’t interfere a lot in his relationship with Taylor. After some initial begging, you know, please don’t do this. Sheila did hold back the divorce papers and was trying to negotiate, but in the end, she signed them because it’s what Deacon wanted.

Deacon Second-Guessing Himself on B&B?

After Taylor rejected him, Deacon may be having some buyer’s remorse about giving up Sheila. And of course, being with Taylor looks better for Deacon. He’s not with the town pariah like Sheila, somebody who everybody’s scared of. Deke Sharpe (Harrison Cone) even told his dad Deacon that the Il Giardino staff didn’t like her. And of course, Sheila shouldn’t have lied about Luna. However, Sheila never did anything malicious to Deacon and she never wanted to hurt him. And she never would have rejected him like this. And all of this might be on his mind when it comes to Taylor and her rejecting his proposal.

How long ago was she engaged to Ridge? It wasn’t that long. About a year. Not only that, but it was Taylor who proposed to Ridge. A little over a year ago. It was June 2025. Taylor asked Ridge to marry her. She was only a year younger than she is now when she’s saying that they’re too old to be getting engaged and married. So, I wonder if that’s weighing on Deacon. It should be.

And then a couple of months after Ridge accepted Taylor’s proposal, he turned around and dumped her for Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang). So, all this may have Deacon reconsidering being with Taylor. You know, why is it okay for her to get engaged to Ridge and plan to marry Ridge, but not Deacon?

Bold and the Beautiful: Taylor’s Not Giving Deacon Her All

And honestly, Taylor has to know Deacon would never do her like Ridge did her when he dumped her and ran off and married Brooke. Except now that she has, you know, rejected him, maybe he will. In the end, Deacon may decide what Taylor’s offering isn’t enough. Why should Deacon settle for Taylor’s non-committed love when he could go back to Sheila, who saw Deacon as her everything?

And yeah, Sheila came with some baggage, but she absolutely adored Deacon. And Taylor seems to have a bunch of priorities that she puts before Deacon. Meanwhile, he’s totally smitten with Taylor. So maybe Deacon’s in that mindset of seeing Taylor as somehow above him and that Deacon’s lucky to be with her because he’s got her on a pedestal. But how long can he live like that? Right?

Seems like Sheila might actually wind up getting another shot with Deacon before all is said and done because at this point Taylor is in control of their relationship. She’s clearly not giving Deacon everything that he needs. And I doubt that he is going to accept this in the long run. I’m looking forward to seeing him in scenes with Sheila once she’s back from Monte Carlo. And I wonder if Deacon will tell his ex-wife that he proposed and Taylor said no. And I wonder if Sheila will tell him, “Come back to me.” I kind of hope so.

Netflix‘s been having a rough run lately. Its flagship franchise, Stranger Things, ended with a finale that left fans unsatisfied. Original series are seeing a decline in viewership due to prolonged production cycles and increasing subscriber costs. The “second screen” approach to structuring storytelling has turned away a lot of viewers, as it leads to repetitive plot points that drag down some genuinely inventive approaches. That’s not even counting other streaming services, which are finding their own ways to stand out in a crowded landscape. However, Netflix’s salvation might lie in one of its upcoming science fiction series.

Said series is The Future Is Ours, which is based on Philip K. Dick‘s novel The World Jones Made. The World Jones Made is set squarely in a dystopian future, where the fallout of World War III has led to an authoritarian government taking over America. A young man, Floyd Jones, starts receiving visions of the future, including an alien race called the Drifters coming to visit Earth. The Future Is Ours will be adapting the same story, but it’s taking a unique approach that’ll hopefully make it stand out in Netflix’s catalog, and the television landscape as well.

‘The Future Is Ours’ Is Putting Its Unique Spin on Philip K. Dick’s Work

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What makes The Future Is Ours stand out is that the entire production is based in Latin America, including its cast and crew. Some of Netflix’s biggest hits, particularly Squid Game, have been foreign language series; it’s proof that a great story can resonate with its audience no matter where it might take place. Filtering Philip K. Dick’s work through another cultural lens could also bring a fresh take to the story, especially as Floyd Jones has been reimagined as a priest named Jonás Flores. How will Jonás be able to reconcile his visions with his faith? How will the government respond to a leader who’s able to see every move they make? The setting might have shifted, but the rich themes that permeate Dick’s work remain.

The Future Is Ours also stands out from other Philip K. Dick adaptations by having one of his family members involved in the creative process. Dick’s daughter, Isa Dick Hackett, will serve as an executive producer on the series under her Electric Shepherd Productions banner. Electric Shepherd previously brought another one of Dick’s books to life with Prime Video’s The Man in the High Castle, and Hackett expressed her desire to make sure that The Future Is Ours would be a series of the same caliber.

“It’s an honor and a privilege to collaborate with Netflix, Francisco Ramos, and this stellar creative team on the first Spanish-language adaptation of my father’s work for the screen. Mateo’s adaptation of the novel is inventive and bold while retaining the essence of the original. I have long believed that the rich culture and incredible talent in Latin America provide an extraordinary setting for this sort of ambitious project, and the passion expressed by the entire team is truly inspiring.”

Netflix Could Retake its Streaming Crown With ‘The Future Is Ours’

The Future Is Ours comes at a perfect time for Netflix, as the streamer is leaning more into science fiction shows. In addition to returning hits like 3 Body Problem and Black Mirror, Netflix is also bringing original content like the sci-fi thriller Human Vapor to its library this year. It’s a smart move, as some of Netflix’s biggest hits have been in the sci-fi space, and a timely one as more streamers are starting to lean heavily into the genre. Disney+’s biggest franchises, particularly Marvel and Star Wars, provide plenty of science fiction adjacent series while Apple TV remains one of the most reliable services to find good sci-fi series.

Netflix could also use a win in the sci-fi space, particularly after The Boroughs was unceremoniously canceled. Many loved The Boroughs for its star-studded cast, including Alfred Molina, and for the fact that it was willing to put older characters at the center of a sci-fi story rather than having them be supporting characters. Its absence created a glaring hole in Netflix’s library, and that’s a hole that The Future Is Ours can fill.

The Future Is Ours is slated to premiere on Netflix in 2027. Stay tuned to Collider for future updates.

Young and the Restless hot new spoilers for next week include Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) acting out and burning bridges. And when he does, Cane Ashby (Billy Flynn) is furious. Plus, Nate Hastings (Sean Dominic) takes a big risk to change his future. We’ve also got a huge return and lots of family drama and infighting.

We’ve got your latest Y&R spoilers for the week of August 17th through the 21st. Plus, next week we’re going to have more scenes of Traci Abbott (Beth Maitland), who is back on the scene, as well as more drama with Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) in rehab. Let’s start with Abbott family drama.

Young and the Restless Spoilers: Traci Gets a Happy Surprise

So, next week’s Y&R spoilers have scenes with Christine Blair Romalotti (Lauralee Bell). She’s hanging out at the Shadow Room, of course, where her hubby Danny Romlalotti (Michael Damian) is now the manager and Traci is there. And we’re going to talk in just a second about why she’s back on the scene. But Christine says she knows the Abbott family has had a lot going on and just a lot of drama in their household lately. And Traci says that’s another reason why she really needs a night out.

And then the big return for next week happens in this scene. Trisha Cast is back as Nina Webster and she sneaks up behind Traci and says about needing a night out, you and me both. And Nina and Traci share a big hug. So, the reason they need the Abbott sister on the scene, is because of what Billy is up to. In the final episode of this week, he is with Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) and Kyle Abbott (Michael Mealor) at the cafe and Billy tells them he found the big secret that he suspected Jill Abbott (Jess Walton) was keeping and says it was buried deep.

And of course, Billy has been on this obsessive scavenger hunt at Chancellor, going through the archives and he found it. And then he drops a bomb on Jack and Kyle. Billy says the Abbotts actually own Chancellor and Billy says he can prove it. He found paperwork about a loan. Basically, John Abbott (Jerry Douglas) loaned Chancellor money to keep it out of bankruptcy. And if the loan wasn’t repaid within 20 years, then Jack’s dad John or his heirs would get ownership of Chancellor. And Billy had the paperwork he found authenticated, and he said that loan was never repaid to John.

Young and the Restless: Billy’s Chancellor Ownership Discovery and Family Drama

So, Jack says he believes that that is something that their father John would have done, set up something like that. But Jack’s wondering if Katherine Chancellor (Jeanne Cooper) knew about it. Jack assumes she didn’t because she would have paid John back. But Billy is so excited to drop this bombshell on Cane, of course, because you know, Billy wants to yank Chancellor away from his sort of brother and away from Lily Winters (Christel Khalil). This is all back to Billy’s mommy issues where Cain and Jill are concerned.

So, Jack thinks Billy needs to slow down and he says, “If Victor still had Chancellor, of course, go for it. Take it from him.” But since Lily owns it, Jack isn’t so sure. So, Billy pushes back and he’s griping about Jack trying to kill the dream. Billy also said he’s not going to accept some kind of offer from Cane to back off. Billy wants Chancellor. He wants to run it. And he tells Jack that the company is rightfully theirs. And Kyle points out this could drag out years in court.

Young and the Restless Spoilers: Billy Pops Off

Billy insists the contract that was made with Chancellor and John must be honored. And then Jack accuses Billy of deluding himself. Jack doesn’t think this is what Billy needs. And of course, he gets mad. Doesn’t like Jack telling him what he needs. And Jack tells Billy this could be an expensive fight. Billy doesn’t care. And then Kyle asks how Sally Spectra (Courtney Hope) feels about this Chancellor thing.

Well, as it turns out, Billy hasn’t told Sally yet. And Kyle reminds Billy he’s supposed to be putting Sally and the baby she’s having first. Billy thinks he can do both. And he’s certain that Sally is going to support him in this. But Jack doubts it because Sally almost left Billy once before and it was about Chancellor and his fixation. That’s the point on Friday where Billy’s tantrum is going to reach fever pitch and he stomps away from them. But Kyle checks out the documents that Billy found and he actually agrees they look legit. Kyle says, “Maybe Billy’s right. Maybe we do actually own it.”

Young and the Restless Spoilers: Kyle on Board

So, Jack and Kyle talk about how to handle this, but they don’t think it’s up to just them. Jack and Kyle think they need to bring Traci and Ashley into this conversation because Chancellor would belong to all of John’s kids, not just Billy. But of course, he’s going to rush over and tell Cane and Lily. So, at the end of this week on Young and the Restless, Lily is talking to Cane over breakfast, and she asks how Billy’s doing at Chancellor. Cane says he doesn’t want to talk about Billy. And that makes Lily way more curious and nervous.

And Cane tells her that Billy has been stirring things up because he thinks there is a secret in the Chancellor records. Cane says it’s something that Billy thinks Jill didn’t want Billy to know about. And then Cane says Billy thinks that it’s something that will give him control of Chancellor. And Lily’s annoyed and says over my dead body. But Cane is confident. He says Billy won’t find anything and this will all blow over. But Lily wants Cane to just fire Billy now. Lily wants him gone before Billy can cause any trouble. And Cane asks for more time. He’s really advocating for his brother. And Lily caves and finally says, “Fine, it’s up to you.”

So, Cane thinks that Billy will be different because of the baby on the way. But then he walks up on Cane and Lily and she asks Billy about him doing all this digging in the archives. And Lily tells Billy he just needs to stop that and focus on Chancellor’s future. And Billy says, “No more digging because he found what he was looking for and now he has the keys to the kingdom.” and he tells Lily he admires and respects her, but Chancellor belongs to him and he can prove it. I’m sure this is going to blow up in a big bad way.

Young and the Restless Spoilers: Audra in the Mix

Next week on Young and the Restless, presumably with Sally still out of the loop, we’ve got Audra Charles (Zuleyka Silver) approaching Billy at the bar and asks what amazing thing he’s celebrating and he tells Audra, “Join me and I’ll tell you about it.” Now, it seems like a bad idea for Billy to tell Audra before he tells Sally. But again, we’re back to Billy being Billy. And I’m curious if Audra will immediately phone Sally. You know, Audra may give Sally a warning that Billy is fixated on Chancellor and now thinks he owns it.

Plus, I’m sure Cane and Lily are going to dig in and find out if Billy’s assertion is true. I expect Cane to call Jill and get verification. That’ll probably happen offscreen. But Billy is skipping over a very important part. that Chancellor belongs to the Abbotts, not to him. Also, next week, it looks like Nate is ready to take a big step towards returning to his career in medicine.

He told Lily and Devon Hamilton (Bryton James) recently about a new procedure that might help. So, in next week’s Young and the Restless spoilers, Nate is talking about it to Stephanie, and Nate asks what happens if the surgery on his hand works. And Stephanie Simmons (Vivica A. Fox) says Nate will be back in the operating room wowing people with his talents once again.

When The Ninth Jedi first debuted as one of the standout episodes of Star Wars: Visions, fans immediately wanted more. Thankfully, Lucasfilm and Production I.G. delivered. Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi expands that original concept into a full eight-episode adventure, and for the most part, it’s a thrilling addition to the galaxy far, far away.

Rather than relying on familiar faces or endless callbacks, The Ninth Jedi confidently tells its own story. Lah Kara continues her journey to become a Jedi while searching for her missing father, the legendary lightsaber smith Zhima. The series builds on the fascinating mythology introduced in the original short, particularly the concept of lightsabers that change color based on their wielder’s connection to the Force, giving the franchise one of its most unique Force-related ideas in years.

Visually, the series is stunning. Production I.G. delivers fluid action sequences, cinematic camera work, and expressive character animation that often rivals theatrical anime. Lightsaber duels feel fast, impactful, and beautifully choreographed, while the environments help create a galaxy that feels both familiar and refreshingly original.

The biggest strength, however, is its sense of adventure. Kara is an easy protagonist to root for, and the supporting cast develops naturally throughout the season. The series embraces classic Star Wars themes of hope, mentorship, and choosing one’s own path without becoming weighed down by decades of continuity.

Star Wars Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi

Not everything lands perfectly. A few middle episodes slow the pacing, and some supporting characters could have benefited from additional development. The story occasionally feels like it’s setting up future installments rather than fully resolving every thread by the finale.

Still, those are relatively minor complaints in what is one of the franchise’s strongest animated offerings in recent years. Critics have similarly praised the series for bringing fresh energy to Star Wars, with outlets like The A.V. Club calling it “a breath of fresh air” and early reviews earning it an 84 Metascore with universal positive reception.

Final Verdict

Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi succeeds because it remembers what made the original short so compelling while expanding its world in meaningful ways. It’s imaginative, beautifully animated, and confident enough to tell a Star Wars story that stands on its own.

If this is the future of the Visions Presents banner, it’s a direction Lucasfilm should continue exploring.

‘Slippers’ may sound casual, however, Julia Roberts wore them in a way that makes them anything but. The star’s latest shoe style kept the cool-mom ease but gave the silhouette an incredibly luxe upgrade. We found her classy flats look on Amazon, and although it appears expensive, the $23 price tag says otherwise.

Roberts ran errands in New York City while wearing a white blouse, navy cardigan and baggy blue jeans. She tied it all together with cream-colored ‘footie’ flats, a shoe style that turned heads from supporters and skeptics alike. This sleek version has the same low profile without going full footie, so it’s a universally stylish way to dip into the trend.

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Like Roberts,’ these delicate flats are designed with a rich beige hue, cute bow tie and an understated silhouette. But instead of hugging your toes, they have a polished round shape, making them ideal for upscale occasions.

With such a plush, pillowy insole, you’ll want to wear these timeless flats everywhere from everyday errand runs to fancy fall weddings. According to one happy shopper, they’re even comfier than trainers!

They wrote, “This pair arrived right before a cruise, so no time to break them in. I figured they would be okay for evening. They are so comfortable and fit so well that I even wore them home on the plane, because honestly they felt better than my sneakers!”

Clearly, you don’t have to choose between comfort, polish and trendy style. These beige beauties hit all of the above with the added perk of versatility. They pair just as well with dresses as they do with trousers, skirts and jeans, as Roberts showed Us. If you’re thinking what we are, you’ll do all of the above. Nail the NYC cool-mom trend below!

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