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10 Most Perfect Horror Endings of All Time, Ranked
How do you end a horror movie? Shock? Mystery? The murder of all the children in the United States? All those and more feature in some of the best, most perfect horror movie endings. Unsurprisingly, these endings all mostly come at the end of some of the most beloved horror films ever made, or, at the very least, films that are undeniably cult favorites. Their endings aren’t what make them classics, but they definitely are a part of the alchemy that’s required.
There’s no one way to end a horror movie and these endings prove that. Even when some of them share similar apocalyptic outcomes, they approach them in vastly different ways. One ending will make you laugh, while the other will leave you stunned in silence. No matter how they leave you, though, you’re going to remember because of how perfectly they end their respective films. These are those ten most perfect horror movie endings, ranked.
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‘Saw’ (2004)
Regardless of how you feel about the Saw franchise as a whole and its influence on the rise of the so-called torture porn trend, there’s no denying that it’s a series that had audiences hooked for the better part of a decade. Part of that is definitely due to the gruesome death scenes that were a hallmark of the films, but equally responsible were the convoluted plots that always wrapped up with a twist ending. These reveals, set to composer Charlie Clouser’s iconic “Hello Zepp” music cue, are some of the most memorable in modern horror, and the first is still the best.
The original Saw’s plot is fairly straightforward in comparison to more complicated sequels. Two men awaken in a decrepit bathroom with their ankles shackled and a corpse between them. They’re captives of the infamous Jigsaw serial killer who subjects his victims to sadistic survival games. The plot is laid out as a non-linear procedural, revealing more about the two men and the reasons behind their captivity. By the end, one of them has made good on the film’s title by sawing through his ankle and crawling away to get help. The other is left to witness the twist ending; that the corpse in the room has been alive the entire time and is Jigsaw himself in the flesh, who leaves the man screaming as he locks him away. Even if the movie itself is derivative and doesn’t all hang together narratively, the ending is undeniably effective and helped launch the most successful horror franchise of the aughts.
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‘Halloween III: Season of the Witch’ (1982)
Halloween III: Season of the Witch was highly divisive when it was first released. As a standalone installment in the Halloween franchise that doesn’t feature its iconic slasher Michael Myers, audiences were understandably a little perturbed, especially since the film’s marketing failed to effectively explain the change in direction. The movie has since undergone a reevaluation and is often listed as a fan favorite thanks to its bonkers plot and downright ballsy ending.
Halloween masks play a crucial part in the plot of the film as B-movie icon Tom Atkins plays Dr. Challis who, after witnessing a murder-suicide at his hospital, begins investigating the connections to the seemingly sinister Silver Shamrock novelty company. His investigation reveals connections to witchcraft, Stonehenge, Celtic folklore and the celebration of Samhain, which in the film’s plot involves the ritual sacrifice of children. The masks made by the company, which have been sold nationwide, are installed with a chip designed to kill their wearers and activated by a commercial. Challis tries to prevent this mass pedicide by calling the television affiliates to have them pull the commercial, but is unable to convince them all as it begins to play and the film cuts to black on Challis’ screams. Love or hate the film, you will never forget that ending.
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‘The Cabin in the Woods’ (2009)
A mass genocide event as an ending is generally going to elicit shock from an audience, as it did in Halloween III, but, if pitched right, it can also earn some hearty laughter. The Cabin in the Woods is one of those special kinds of horror films that walks a tightrope between self-referential humor and genuine horror. Its subversion and acknowledgment of the genre’s tropes makes its climax all the more entertaining as it collides all its influences into one big monster mash. Even better is the denouement, where it’s not just the coed protagonists whose lives are put on the line, but the entire population of Earth.
Presented first as a standard cabin in the woods horror movie, albeit one where some middle management types are paying close attention and affecting the outcome of events from a control room, the movie slowly reveals its true nature. The archetypal characters are all meant to be sacrifices to ancient gods who demand blood, lest they come unleash hell on earth. When the protagonists emerge triumphant over their would-be killers, they effectively select the nuclear option, as made clear by the god-sized hand that erupts from the ground and crushes the titular location. Meta movies like this can sometimes falter in their third act by failing to effectively pay off their clever set-ups, but The Cabin in the Woods sticks the landing by sticking it to humanity in the most cosmically hilarious way possible.
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‘The Mist’ (2007)
In comparison to the deaths wrought at the end of Halloween III or The Cabin in the Woods, the ending of The Mist is downright paltry in terms of sheer numbers. It’s far more affecting though, for how it arrives at its violent end and for those lives that meet it. Stephen King, on whose novella Frank Darabont’s film is based and which ends with a more open-ended note, famously declared that Darabont’s emotional gut punch of an ending was more effective than his text. That’s a bold statement, but who are we to disagree with the master of horror?
The majority of The Mist follows a group of survivors trapped in a supermarket after a seemingly supernatural event covers their town in the titular natural phenomenon, which happens to be filled with monsters. There are also some very human monsters inside the supermarket as well, which leads a small group to make their escape out into the mist. Driving aimlessly, they find nothing but carnage until they run out of gas and are left with little options as they hear the monsters approaching in the distance. Armed with a gun with four bullets, the leader of the group, played by Thomas Jane, executes his companions as mercy, including his own eight-year-old son. He gets out of the car to face the monsters, only to be met by a military force, clearing the way to safety. There’s nothing to add to that, except that it’s brutal, and Stephen King was right.
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‘The Wicker Man’ (1973)
Most of these perfect endings also happen to be twist endings. A twist ending isn’t inherently better or worse than a more straightforward ending, but when it’s done right, it can feel like a magic trick. Like the dark magic at work at the end of The Wicker Man. This folk horror classic features slow-burning suspense and a rising tension over the course of its plot, which follows an English policeman Howie, played by Edward Woodward, investigating the disappearance of a young girl on a remote island populated by pagan worshipers. Their rituals rankle the devout Christian sergeant, and there’s an immediate unease that sets in, particularly when he meets their leader, played by horror icon Christopher Lee. It isn’t long before he determines that the missing girl is intended to be a sacrifice as part of their May Day celebration.
When the film does reach its May Day climax, Howie makes the horrifying discovery that the missing girl was never meant to be their sacrifice; he was. It pulls the rug out from under him just as it does the viewer, and leaves them nothing to do except watch in horror as Howie is placed in the titular statue, which is then set ablaze. The influence on films like Midsommar is obvious, but more than that, the ending is one of the most effective twists in horror history. The sounds of Howie saying a prayer as he burns, and the cultists sing a folk song will be burned forever into the brain of anyone who watches The Wicker Man.
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‘The Sixth Sense’ (1999)
When it comes to twist endings, no filmmaker has inspired more acclaim or vitriol than M. Night Shymalan. The writer-director’s penchant for third act plot revelations has retroactively ruined films like Signs or The Village for many of his fans, but when these twists work, they can pull his movies together like a magic trick. It worked in his best film, Unbreakable, and it worked in his modern horror classic The Sixth Sense. That was the twist that had audiences everywhere talking in 1999, and its success had many of them returning for repeat viewings, which made the film a bona fide blockbuster.
By now, everyone, even those who haven’t seen a single frame of the film, knows the twist that Bruce Willis’ character Dr. Malcolm Crowe has been dead for the entire movie. His interactions with the young Cole, played by Haley Joel Osment, are only possible because the young boy can see dead people. It’s a twist that has presented itself in plain sight, but one which almost no one saw coming, and anyone who says they did was likely lying. It’s a perfect resolution to the film, and it’s one of the reasons why audiences kept coming back to every Shymalan movie for years to get the rug pulled out from under them again and again.
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‘The Birds’ (1963)
Not all endings need to have a twist to be successful. Some of them can even end with simple, eerie silence, like Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds. It might seem like cinematic sacrilege to not put Hitchcock’s horror masterpiece Psycho here, but while that film does have one of the greatest final moments in horror history with Anthony Perkins staring down the barrel of the camera right into the audience’s soul, it’s immediately proceeded by a lengthy unnecessary scene of exposition that somewhat deflates its effect. It’s the one major flaw in that otherwise perfect horror film, whereas the unsettling ending of Hitchcock’s follow-up film is one of the best parts of the movie.
Set in the sleepy seaside town of Bodega Bay, where Tippi Hedren’s socialite Melanie has come to socialize with Rod Taylor’s lawyer Mitch, the movie takes a turn into the horrific when the titular avians begin to attack with warning or reason. It becomes a fight for survival as the attacks become more aggressive and the lead characters eventually barricade themselves inside a house. With severe injuries and few options left, they decide to try and make a run for it in their car out of town. What follows isn’t some spectacular attack, but a quiet, dread-filled moment where the survivors slowly get into their car and drive away, while hundreds of birds watch them in silence. It’s a perfect ending filled with an ambiguity and uncertainty thats more powerful than any bloodletting could ever be.
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‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ (1974)
Silence is certainly eerie, but how about a cacophony of madness and screaming? It wouldn’t have worked for The Birds, but it feels right at home in Tobe Hooper’s masterpiece The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. This backwoods horror classic is an endurance test, putting its characters through the wringer. It also keeps the audience constantly on edge. From the first moment we meet Gunnar Hansen’s iconic Leatherface, swinging a hammer into an unsuspecting home invader’s face, there isn’t a moment of reprieve from the tension or horror. It’s just a steady, sweaty ride into hell.
As the five Texas teens on a road trip each individually find their way to the decrepit farm house that Leatherface and the rest of the Sawyer clan call home, they endure unimaginable horror, but none more so than final girl Sally, played by Marilyn Burns. After the rest of her friends have been turned into barbecue, Sally is subjected to one of the worst dinners in cinematic history, tied to a chair while the Sawyer’s play murder-house. She escapes, of course, and Leatherface gives chase. They reach the road where a blood-soaked Sally finally escapes in the back of a passing truck, laughing madly as she puts some distance between herself and the dancing Leatherface swinging his chainsaw wildly. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is so unrelenting that it’ll get you laughing in relief right alongside Sally, if you aren’t glued to your seat in abject horror.
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‘The Thing’ (1982)
Master of horror John Carpenter has more than a few perfect endings in his filmography, whether it’s the sounds of Michael Myers breathing in the original Halloween, or Sam Neill laughing hysterically as he loses his mind In the Mouth of Madness. It’s hard to pick just one perfect ending of Carpenter’s, but there’s something particularly perfect with how he ends his greatest film, The Thing. While it was initially met with outright hostility and disgust from critics, The Thing has been reclaimed as one of the greatest horror films ever made, thanks to its combination of gory, practical effects, and perfectly paced plot of paranoia. Based on the novella Who Goes There? by John W. Campbell Jr. as well as the first film version of it, The Thing from Another World, Carpenter’s version is a vision of hell frozen over.
In Antarctica, an American research team discovers an alien lifeform that can imitate any living organism. It’s already made mincemeat out of a Norwegian camp, and it’s looking for a new place, and people, to hide inside. The men soon realize the apocalyptic scenario that would play out if this alien were to ever make it to civilization, so they systematically destroy its ability to escape and blow their entire research station sky-high. At the end, as everything burns around him, only Kurt Russell’s MacCready is left, until he’s approached by Keith David’s Childs, who had disappeared during the fireworks. Neither man trusts the other, because neither man can be sure the other isn’t a Thing. So they sit, freezing to death in the cold. That’s as bone-chilling as horror movies get.
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‘The Shining’ (1980)
Cold, remote locations just lend themselves to horror so perfectly. The Shining is just as much in contention for the greatest horror movie ever made as The Thing. While its ending takes some liberties from the novel that upset author Stephen King, there’s no doubting the haunting power of it. Stanley Kubrick isn’t the sentimentalist that King is, and his film doesn’t even rub shoulders with the redemption glimpsed in the novel, which was a more personal story to King. The story of Jack Torrance slowly going mad and attacking his wife and son, while serving as the caretaker of the Overlook Hotel, reflected King’s own insecurities and struggles with alcoholism and success. It’s only natural he’d want to end that story on a warm redemptive note instead of the cold-blooded one that Kubrick did.
In King’s novel, Jack is momentarily able to overcome the supernatural influence of the Overlook to tell his family to run. The hotel explodes thanks to its neglected boiler. In Kubrick’s movie, Jack, played with absolute malice by Jack Nicholson, never regains his humanity even for a second, and he freezes to death in the hedge maze chasing after his son Danny. There’s a lot of backstory and character details that have been excised in mass from the novel, which makes the film a much colder and nastier piece of work, but it is a masterwork of atmosphere and sustained dread. The final shot shows Jack in a photograph, among the many that hang on the walls of the Overlook, taken decades before he had first stepped foot in the hotel. He’s become a part of it, absorbed into its evil like all of its other victims, doomed to haunt its halls forever. That’s a perfect horror ending.
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Karol G didn’t just headline Coachella. She made it a moment. Taking over the main stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California, the global superstar delivered a high-energy, visually stunning performance that brought together music, culture, and a deeper message about identity and resilience.
Karol G Uses Coachella Stage To Uplift Latino Fans
During her set, Karol G took a moment to reflect on the significance of the night, reminding the crowd that her achievement was bigger than just a personal milestone. “It’s not just about me. It’s about my Latino community, my people,” Karol G told the sold-out crowd.
She also acknowledged the historic nature of the moment, becoming the first Latina woman to headline the festival after nearly three decades. “For my Latinos that have been struggling in this country, we stand for them,” she said. “Don’t feel fear.”
She continued, “We do this because we want everyone to feel welcome to our culture, to our roots, to our music. I just want everyone to feel proud of where you come from please. Feel proud.”
Opening Up About Risks Of Using Her Platform
Leading up to the performance, Karol G had hinted that she wanted to go beyond surface-level statements, while still being mindful of the platform she holds.
“I know my team would kill me, but I am willing to say it. If I’m being honest with you, there are real boundaries and responsibilities I have to be mindful of,” she said. “A lot of people. People will say, ‘It’s better that you don’t.’ Because if you say the thing, maybe you become bait. Some people want to show their power.”
Still, her intention remained clear. “Through my music and this show, I want to continue building love and understanding for our community, a resilient, hardworking community that has contributed so much,” Karol G said. “I understand that countries have laws, but when things cross the line of basic human dignity, that’s when it becomes difficult to process.”
Karol G Owns Stage With High-Energy Coachella Set
Despite arriving 30 minutes late, Karol G wasted no time owning the stage. She opened in a gold metallic bra-top and matching mini-skirt, running through a medley of hits including “Latina Forever,” “Un Gatito Me Llamó,” “Oki Doki,” “Tá OK,” “S91,” “Ivonny Bonita,” “Bandida Entrenada,” and “Gatúbela.”
“I am Carolina Giraldo from Medellin, Colombia, and today I am the first Latina woman to headline Coachella,” she said toward the end of her set. “And I’m very happy and very proud about this, but at the same time, it feels late. I just want to say that before me there were so many legendary Latina artists that gave me the opportunity to be here tonight.”
The set was packed with elaborate visuals, pyrotechnics, and multiple costume changes, turning the performance into a full-on production.
Becky G’s Surprise Coachella Moment
Karol G elevated the show even further with surprise appearances from Mariah Angeliq and Becky G, who joined her onstage for “El Makinón” and “Mamiii.”
One of the most memorable visuals came when Karol G performed “Papasito” atop a giant parrot-shaped prop, wearing a bold blue look paired with a dramatic feathered headpiece.
Karol G Reveals Pressure To Stay Silent On ICE
Karol G has also opened up about the pressure she faces behind the scenes when it comes to speaking out on political issues, particularly surrounding immigration enforcement.
In a recent interview, the singer revealed that she’s been repeatedly warned about the potential consequences of criticizing ICE, including threats to her career. “People will say, ‘It’s better you don’t,’” she shared. “Why? Because if you say the thing, maybe the next day you’ll get a call: ‘Hey, we are taking your visa away.’ You become bait, because some people want to show their power.”
According to Karol G, the concern isn’t just hypothetical; even those close to her have urged caution. “My team would kill me,” she admitted, referencing the risks tied to making a statement as direct as “ICE Out.”
Still, she made it clear she’s not backing down completely. “But I’m willing to say it,” she insisted.
In 2025, some movies stood out for the wrong reasons. At a time when even the biggest projects aren’t guaranteed box office success, some flop harder than others. From the mediocrity of Dwayne Johnson‘s The Smashing Machine‘s run in theaters and an underwhelming performance from Bong Joon-ho‘s Mickey 17, to the biggest franchises releasing major letdowns, including Disney’s live-action Snow White remake and the MCU’s Captain America: Brave New World 2025 cinema was a mixed bag.
But of all these failures, few flopped quite as hard as Sydney Sweeney‘s boxing biopic Christy. Released in November 2025 at a time when some were quietly predicting Sweeney for an Academy Award nomination, Christy debuted and failed to demand audience attention, despite the lead being one of the most well-known actors in the world. After a $1.2 million opening, the film quietly ran out of steam in just two weeks, concluding its U.S. theatrical run after only 14 days. In total, Christy earned $2.09 million in global revenue, against a fairly small budget of $15 million.
Looking at these numbers, you’d be forgiven for thinking this movie was terrible. On the contrary, many reviews for Christy were positively glowing, especially when commenting on Sweeney’s lead performance. On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film earned a 67% score from critics and a near-perfect 94% from audiences. The consensus on the site reads, “While Christy falters in tonal cohesion and emotional impact, it remains a compelling showcase for Sydney Sweeney’s transformative performance, grounding a mythic genre in raw, personal storytelling.” In Ross Bonaime‘s review for Collider, he wrote:
“As a platform for Sweeney to show her broad talents as an actress, Christy is undoubtedly successful, as she finds the heart and sadness within Christy Martin. But Michôd’s film doesn’t make that life story quite as riveting as it should be, which is what Martin deserves.”
‘Christy’ Has Bounced Back
On April 10, Christy made its way to a new streaming site, becoming one of many fresh arrivals on HBO Max. Five months on from its disastrous theatrical run, Christy has found redemption in America, officially becoming the most-watched movie on HBO Max, at the time of writing. This instant success has knocked another 2025 theatrical underperformer from the top spot on HBO Max: From the World of John Wick: Ballerina.
Christy is streaming now on HBO Max. Make sure to stay tuned to Collider for all the latest streaming stories.
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November 7, 2025
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135 minutes
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David Michôd
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Mirrah Foulkes, David Michôd
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Brent Stiefel, David Michôd, Justin Lothrop, Kerry Kohansky-Roberts, Sydney Sweeney, Teddy Schwarzman
Miss J Alexander is stepping out months after revealing the debilitating effects of his previous stroke. The former “America’s Next Top Model” runway coach and judge recently made a rare red carpet appearance.
While attending the premiere of Broadway’s “Titanique,” Miss J showed his signature fashion style and bold personality as the latest step in his commitment to returning to his past life.
Miss J Alexander Hits The Red Carpet Following Stroke For Broadway Premiere
According to PEOPLE, on Sunday, April 12, Miss J Alexander attended the New York City premiere of Broadway’s “Titanique,” which marks his first red carpet appearance since suffering a stroke in 2022.
Despite still being unable to walk and using a wheelchair, Miss J still showed off his fashion sense.
Per the outlet, the long-time fashion fixture wore a button-up shirt with wide-leg jeans, a scarf, and a black beanie. He completed his ensemble with one Converse shoe on one foot and a medical boot on the other.
Miss J Previously Shared His Determination To Walk Again
“I spent five weeks in a coma … I couldn’t walk, and I couldn’t talk, and I thought to myself, ‘What was I going to do?’ After spending five weeks in a coma and one year, five months in the hospital, I’m alive to tell it as I lived it, and no dreams of the afterlife, not one,” he said.
Despite still being unable to walk, the famed former runway coach is determined to get back to his roots.
The Famed Runway Coach Revealed Which ‘ANTM’ Co-Stars Visited Him After His Stroke
In the much-talked-about docuseries,” Miss J discussed his stroke and shared that Tyra Banks initially reached out via text message.
When asked if Banks was among those who visited him alongside fellow “ANTM” stars Jay Manuel and Nigel Barker, Miss J offered an update. “She just sent me a text that she wants to come and visit me, but no, not yet.”
A Friend Created A GoFundMe For Miss J After The ‘ANTM’ Documentary Was Released
Steven Grossman, a talent manager and producer, shared a throwback photo on Instagram of himself with Miss J Alexander, Jay Manuel, and Kelly Cutrone, paired with a lengthy caption about his health struggles before asking his followers to contribute to the GoFundMe.
“I started a @gofundme to help @miss_jalexander with the overwhelming financial burden of medical bills and long-term care,” Grossman’s caption read in part. “So if Miss J ever made you smile or laugh – I hope you will consider donating or sharing with your community. Let’s all come together for someone who has inspired so much joy, confidence, and individuality in all of us.”
In the comments of the post, an Instagram user asked Grossman why he was starting a GoFundMe if he was so close to Alexander, also alluding to his financial status as a Hollywood manager and producer, and Grossman offered a defense.
“Because he kept it private for years until the Netflix documentary came out, and it wasn’t my news to share,” he wrote in response. “For clarity, though, I’ve never repped Miss J. He’s just a friend.”
Some criticism arose regarding the GoFundMe, specifically as it relates to recent Hollywood figures having fundraisers on the platform, such as late actors Eric Dane and James Van Der Beek.
Miss J Worked With Documentary Producers To Share His Health Struggles Publicly
President Donald Trump raised more than a few eyebrows after getting DoorDash delivered to the White House mid-press conference.
“Dude I cant. Tell me this is AI. LMFAO,” one user wrote via Twitter after seeing a clip of a woman delivering McDonald’s to the Oval Office before Trump, 79, asked her if she wanted to “do a little new conference with me?”
The president then spoke about the United States and Israel’s ongoing war with Iran and other topics.
“She’s a paid prop? Omg. 🤣🤣,” a second user replied to the viral social media video. A third person replied, “Yall are shameless.🙄.”
A separate user trolled the whole interaction, writing, “I wonder how many background checks, metal detectors, and Secret Service screenings this DoorDash Grandma had to go through just to hand-deliver McDonald’s to the Oval Office. 😂.”
President Donald Trump received a hero’s welcome while attending a recent UFC fight amid failed U.S. peace talks with Iran. Trump, 79, attended UFC 327 on Saturday, April 11, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, alongside CEO Dana White, Ivanka Trump, Tiffany Trump, Donald Trump Jr, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, U.S. ambassador to […]
While many fans were confused why Trump had someone drop off food to the White House during such an important meeting, the president discussed the topic of his “No Tax on Tips” policy and the so-called “One Big, Beautiful Bill” passed into law in 2025.
“I heard you picked up an extra $11,000. Because the tax bill was so big, the refund was the biggest you’ve had,” Trump asked the woman, identified as Sharon Simmons, who has been vocal in the past about working at DoorDash to help pay for her husband’s cancer treatments.
“It definitely was,” she responded, after giving the president two bags of McDonald’s.
DoorDash worker Sharon Simmons and President Donald Trump. Win McNamee/Getty Images
When Trump accepted the food at the door he joked, “This doesn’t look staged, does it?” before giving the company a shout-out for “doing a good job.”
While the initial interaction between the delivery woman and the president caused a stir online, it was the fact that Trump kept her there by his side as he spoke to reporters about the war in Iran that had most people surprised.
Conservative provocateur Candace Owens is criticizing President Donald Trump for failing to keep his many campaign promises. “Donald Trump has very clearly betrayed the American people,” Owens, 36, said in a Monday, March 9, YouTube video. “You need to accept that. I’ve had to accept that.” Owens added that Trump, 79, “has betrayed every last […]
Trump told reporters on Monday that Iran “called this morning” and expressed that they’d “like to work a deal” to end the war overseas as oil prices continue to soar in the U.S.
“[The sticking point] was over nuclear, yeah […] Iran will not have a nuclear weapon,” Trump explained while the delivery woman, wearing a red DoorDash polo, continued to stand next to him. “And we agreed to a lot of things but they didn’t agree to that. And I think they will agree to it, I’m almost sure of it. In fact I am sure of it, if they don’t agree there’s no deal, there will never be a deal. Iran will not have a nuclear weapon. And we’ll get the dust back. We’ll get it back either way; we’ll get it back from them, or we’ll take it.”
DoorDash worker Sharon Simmons, President Donald Trump. Win McNamee/Getty Images
In addition to answering reporter questions, Trump kept the DoorDash worker in the mix, teasing her about whether she voted for him. “Ah, maybe,” she replied.
Trump also tried to get the woman’s opinion on the “men in women’s sports” issue, referring to the idea of transgender girls and women being able to compete in leagues based on their preferred gender as opposed to the one assigned at birth.
“I really don’t have an opinion on that. No, no, I’m here on no tax on tips,” she responded.
Us Weekly has reached out to the White House for comment on the interaction.
Britney Spears has taken a major step after months of growing concern about her well-being, but the decision to enter rehab reportedly did not happen without a push from the people who matter most to her.
The singer’s recent DUI arrest and past troubling incidents had already alarmed her inner circle.
Now, a new report claims Spears’ sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James, played the biggest role in getting her to finally accept help.
Britney Spears’ Inner Circle Reportedly Pushed For Help For Months
Britney Spears’ latest stint in rehab may have been described publicly as voluntary, but according to the Daily Mail, those closest to the singer had been urging her for some time to take meaningful steps toward recovery.
An insider told the outlet that the 44-year-old had been hesitant despite repeated pleas from family and loved ones.
“She was dragging her feet. Saying that she’d go but then not really taking any actual steps to do anything,” the source said.
That hesitation reportedly left those around her deeply frustrated and worried.
The source explained that everyone in Spears’ circle had tried to support her in the gentlest way possible, but nothing seemed to stick.
“Everyone was telling her that she needed to do something, as encouraging as we could possibly be. Nothing,” they shared.
That changed when the concern became impossible to push aside any longer, especially after her legal trouble earlier this year.
Spears’ DUI Arrest Became A Major Wake-Up Call
One of the biggest turning points in Britney Spears’ recent struggles came in March when she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Ventura County, California.
Authorities said the “Toxic” crooner had been weaving in and out of lanes on Highway 101 and appeared to be “driving under the influence of a combination of drugs and alcohol.”
The March 4 arrest quickly became headline news and intensified concerns about her health and safety.
At the time, a representative for Spears called the incident “completely inexcusable” and suggested that the singer understood changes needed to be made.
The rep said Spears was “going to take the right steps and comply with the law, and hopefully this can be the first step in the long-overdue changes that need to occur in her life.”
However, that was not the first troubling incident tied to Spears’ driving. Months earlier, in October 2025, she had reportedly been seen driving erratically after a night out at the upscale Thousand Oaks restaurant Red-O.
Witnesses reportedly saw Spears accelerate sharply, tailgate other drivers, and even swerve into the wrong lane.
On top of that, reports earlier this year claimed Spears had fired her sobriety coaches, raising even more questions about whether she was receiving the right support.
Britney Spears’ Sons Stepped In With A Loving But Firm Approach
While friends and family had reportedly been unable to convince Spears to act, her sons are said to have finally gotten through to her.
According to the Daily Mail source, Sean Preston Federline and Jayden James Federline became the driving force behind the Grammy Award winner’s decision to enter a treatment facility for 30 days.
“The boys started to get involved. They’re the only ones she listens to, and they were so loving, so kind, but also so firm. This was non-negotiable to them,” the insider said.
That direct involvement appears to have made all the difference.
The source added that Spears understood just how serious her sons were about wanting her to get better, noting, “She needed to get help and they told her that they wouldn’t take no for an answer.”
Even then, Spears reportedly did not rush to take action. According to the insider, she still delayed the process, even though she was not actively fighting them.
“So she didn’t fight them, but she dragged her feet. She will do this for them: she wants to please them,” the insider explained.
Spears’ Sons Gave Her An Ultimatum To Protect Their Future
Ultimately, Britney Spears’ rehab stay appears to have been motivated by one thing above all else: preserving her future with her sons.
According to the source, Sean and Jayden made it clear that their relationship with their mom could not continue in the same way unless she made real changes.
“It was like, ‘Mom you have to go if you want us coming around,’ and that was all the incentive she needed,” the source said.
That ultimatum reportedly landed in exactly the way her family hoped. “She wants a relationship with them, which would have been jeopardized if she didn’t go,” the source added.
For now, those closest to Spears believe she made the right call. The insider said her sons feel encouraged by what they have seen so far and that Spears herself seems to be embracing the process.
According to them, “So she made the right move and they say she seems happy about it.”
Britney Spears’ Bond With Her Sons Has Always Been Deeply Emotional
Britney Spears’ decision to listen to Sean Preston and Jayden James makes sense given how important her relationship with them has always been.
In her 2023 memoir, “The Woman In Me,” the mom of two opened up about how much motherhood has shaped her life.
She revealed that during her highly publicized conservatorship, she agreed to the arrangement partly because it meant she could still spend time with her sons.
That conservatorship lasted 13 years before ending in 2021, but her connection to her children remained central throughout.
Spears shares Sean Preston and Jayden James with ex-husband Kevin Federline. Following their split, Kevin was granted sole custody in 2008.
In 2023, he relocated with the boys to Hawaii, creating even more physical distance between Spears and her sons. Still, recent months suggested the family had been growing closer again.
Last month, Spears posted a photo of herself with Sean and Jayden while they were aboard a yacht, signaling a more positive chapter in their relationship.
While U.S. presidents have historically attempted to refrain from personal business dealings while assuming the highest office in the land, the Trump family’s business expansion could potentially reshape the presidency as we know it.
According to a Monday, April 13, report published by the Associated Press, President Donald Trump’s “family real estate business is undergoing the fastest overseas expansion since its founding.”
Per the report, these overseas ventures are being helmed by some of the president’s children, Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., which includes an expansion “into cryptocurrencies with ventures that brought in billions of dollars.”
“The brothers have also joined or invested in a number of companies that aim to do business with the government their father runs,” the report, written by Bernard Condon, continued. “Last month, they struck a deal giving them stakes worth millions in an armed drone maker seeking contracts with the Pentagon and with Gulf states under attack by Iran.”
Us Weekly has reached out to the White House for comment regarding the Trump family’s business dealings.
The Trump family’s reported overseas business deals are one of many issues plaguing the president’s second term as he navigates a war with Iran, rising gas prices, the ongoing fallout from the Department of Justice’s handling of the so-called Epstein Files, the controversial renaming of the iconic Kennedy Center and the president’s current — and public — feud with Pope Leo XIV.
US President Donald flanked by his sons Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. Getty Images
Adding fuel to the controversy fire, Trump, 79, shared an AI image depicting himself as Jesus Christ on Sunday, April 12, sparking intense backlash among critics and fans alike.
“Why? Seriously, I cannot understand why he’d post this,” conservative and anti-trans commentator Riley Gaines — an avid Trump supporter — wrote via X. “Is he looking for a response? Does he actually think this?”
The former collegiate athlete added, “Either way, two things are true. 1) a little humility would serve him well 2) God shall not be mocked.”
The commander-in-chief later deleted the image, claiming he was not likening himself to the Christian Jesus but was instead depicting himself as a “doctor.”
“I did post it, and I thought it was me as a doctor and had to do with [the] Red Cross,” the president claimed while speaking to reporters outside the White House on Monday. “There’s a Red Cross worker there, which we support.”
Trump then blamed the media for the overwhelmingly negative reaction to the post.
“Only the fake news could come up with that one,” he continued. “I just heard about it, and I said, ‘How did they come up with that?’ It’s supposed to be me as a doctor making people better, and I do make people better. I make people a lot better.”
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Never underestimate the power of a top. Martha Stewart‘s striped blouse style gives any wardrobe a taste of the Hamptons or Capri, lending coastal-inspired sophistication for just $22. The spring look works for errands, in-office days and beyond.
Stewart showcased a new signature apparel collection, and while the whole line was chic, her refined blouse style made Us do a double-take. Equally nautical and luxe, it’s the easiest ‘yes’ for our year-round wardrobes.
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Like Stewart’s, this classy sweater top features a crew neckline, a relaxed yet tailored fit and a beige-and-white color palette. The refined silhouette stuns with linen pants and jeans alike. However you style it, you’ll look like a rich yacht wife.
As a quintessential L.A. cool mom, Margot Robbie sets the standard for effortlessly chic style. Her recent street-style outfit has Us rushing to recreate her look, and if anything, it proves that the right pants can nail that elevated aesthetic. Enter: These cargo pants which, like Robbie’s, give any outfit a trendy yet laid-back twist. […]
Lightweight knit fabric makes this blouse wearable across seasons. With a construction that feels like spring cashmere, it’s cozy enough for April afternoons and breathable enough for August nights.
“This sweater not only looks nice, but it’s also soft and comfortable,” one reviewer wrote. “It’s lightweight, so fall and spring are the perfect time to wear it. It pairs nicely with jeans but would also look good with a pair of slacks or leggings, too.”
Another shopper wrote, “The knit is smooth and incredibly soft, with a tight weave. It looks much more expensive than the price would suggest, and can easily pass as cashmere or merino wool.”
Martha Stewart teaches Us that looking put-together doesn’t require a complicated formula. Sometimes it’s a perfectly striped sweater — and in this case, it is.
The piece comes in over a dozen chic varieties, all channeling Stewart’s effortlessly stylish look, so go ahead . . . grab one for every season.
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Pastels have their place, but Kate Middleton is swapping hers for something much more timeless. Her gemstone dress style is giving faded spring colors a rich upgrade, and we’re copying the look with this hidden gem on Amazon — pun intended. Carrying out her royal duties, Middleton attended a state banquet wearing a dark green […]
Legendary ESPN announcer Dick Vitale announced he has been diagnosed with cancer for the fifth time.
“Today, my oncologist, Dr. Brown, informed me that my biopsy results have confirmed a diagnosis of melanoma in my lung and liver cavity,” Vitale, 86, said in a statement to ESPN on Monday, April 13. “I will be starting immunotherapy shortly and I plan on winning this battle.”
The sports commentator continued, “I’ve beaten melanoma. I’ve beaten lymphoma. I’ve beaten vocal chord cancer. I’ve beaten lymph node cancer. I’m four-for-four and I’m fully confident I’m going to make it five-for-five.”
Vitale added that he felt “truly overwhelmed by the love, support, prayers and messages” he’s received from family, friends, colleagues and fans.
“Their support has inspired me to keep fighting and I will do everything in my power to win another battle,” he wrote. “The best news I can share today is this: I feel fantastic.”
Vitale also shared that in addition to focusing on his cancer battle, he is raising money for children who have also been diagnosed with cancer and who likely do not have the same access to vital healthcare.
“At 86 years young, I’ve lived a hell of a life, and I’m more motivated than ever to raise money for kids battling cancer,” he reflected. “No child should ever have to go through what I’ve experienced.”
Vitale revealed that $105 million has been raised ahead of the gala for his Dick Vitale Gala on May 1. The fundraiser supports pediatric cancer research, with the goal of raising an additional 12 million.
Longtime Detroit sports reporter and radio personality Pat Caputo revealed a dire medical diagnosis in explaining his recent absence from the airwaves. “For those wondering where I’ve been: I have been diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer, commonly referred to as a ‘death sentence’ and had two other serious ailments which put me in ICU […]
In 2021, Vitale was treated for melanoma and lymphoma. He also underwent surgery for precancerous dysplasia and ulcerous lesions the same year. The following year, Vitale was declared cancer free. He was diagnosed with vocal cord cancer in 2023 and subsequently stepped away from his role as an ESPN announcer. One year later, Vitale underwent another surgery to remove cancerous lymph nodes from his neck.
In December 2024, Vitale announced he was cancer-free. The sports icon made an emotional return to the booth two months later to call the Duke-Clemson basketball game at Clemson’s Littlejohn Coliseum in South Carolina.
“I want to say thanks to all the people,” Vitale told the crowd, who gave him a loud standing ovation. “The reception here has been really off the charts. I’m so sorry for being so emotional — I can’t tell you how excited I am to be here. This is like my Super Bowl.”
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For the Euphoria Season 3 premiere, Sydney Sweeney turned heads with ultra-glossy, cascading waves that delivered the ultimate blend of bombshell glamour and modern polish. Created by celebrity hairstylist Glen Oropeza using a full Kérastase routine, the look was defined by luminous shine, soft, brushed-out curls and voluminous length. The glass-like finish caught the light from every angle — proving that high-impact shine is officially back and entirely shoppable.
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Ever wondered how supermodels get that glossy, light-reflecting, off-duty hair that somehow always looks good? It’s the kind of shine that looks smooth, healthy and effortlessly perfect in a way that feels almost unattainable. But as it turns out, Gisele Bündchen’s signature shine trick is surprisingly simple (and very affordable). A source told Us that […]
After blow-drying to smooth the cuticle and create a reflective base, he brushed out the hair to form loose, voluminous waves with natural movement. To finish, Oropeza polished the look with Kérastase Gloss Absolu Glaze Drops Anti-Frizz Hair Oil for a silky, high-shine effect, then misted Gloss Absolu Le Parfum Hair Perfume for a final touch of softness and a delicate, luxurious scent. The result: a radiant, red carpet–ready style that’s easy to recreate at home.
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Demi Moore’s hair has always been the blueprint for glossy, ultra-healthy lengths — but lately, it’s been hitting a whole new level of shine. Think: reflective, glassy strands with zero frizz in sight. The secret? Celebrity hairstylist and colorist Dimitris Giannetos recently revealed he prepped Moore’s hair with the Kerastase Gloss Absolu Anti-Frizz Glaze Milk […]
Brandi Glanville’s latest attempt at a home remedy ended with a trip to urgent care after a TikTok health hack went badly wrong.
The former “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star said she was trying to fight off a cold when she followed viral advice involving garlic, only for the clove to get lodged in her ear.
The bizarre mishap comes after years of serious health struggles that Glanville says have already cost her hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Brandi Glanville’s TikTok Cold Remedy Quickly Backfired
Brandi Glanville recently revealed that a seemingly harmless TikTok trend landed her in urgent care after a clove of garlic got lodged in her ear.
Speaking candidly on her “Brandi Glanville Unfiltered” podcast, the 53-year-old said she was trying to shake off a cold she caught from her 18-year-old son, Jake.
Like many people looking for fast relief, Glanville said she came across videos claiming garlic could help clear congested sinuses. However, her experiment quickly spiraled.
Instead of helping, the garlic clove slipped farther into her ear canal than she expected. “It really went down further and I had to go to urgent care the next day and get it taken out,” she admitted.
Glanville explained that she had first tried placing the garlic in her nostril, but it quickly became too painful due to recent cosmetic work. “It was burning too much so I moved it to my ear. It was like burning my skin because I’d just lasered it,” she said.
Looking back, Glanville said the whole ordeal was a reminder that not every online trend is worth trying. “I was just trying to clear my sinuses. It’s online. Don’t listen to people online or TikTok or Instagram or Twitter or Facebook,” she said
Glanville Has Been Fighting Major Health Issues For Years
The urgent care visit is just the latest setback in what has already been a long and exhausting health journey for Brandi Glanville.
Over the past few years, the former Bravo star has been vocal about dealing with serious medical problems that she says have affected nearly every part of her life.
One of the biggest battles involved a severe facial condition that she initially believed was caused by parasites she contracted while filming “The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Ex-Wives Club 2” in Morocco in 2023.
According to the 53-year-old, the infection led to major facial swelling and disfigurement, forcing her to seek answers from specialist after specialist.
Glanville said she spent about $200,000 trying to understand what was happening and to repair the damage.
“I went to 21 doctors and I’m telling you, $200,000 … the people at my insurance … let’s just say sucks,” she said on the “I Do Part 2” podcast per the Daily Mail.
Glanville explained that she consulted nearly every type of specialist possible, including infectious disease experts and rheumatologists, in search of answers.
Brandi Glanville Says Ruptured Implants Nearly Cost Her Everything
Earlier this year, Glanville learned that another hidden issue may have been making her health crisis even worse.
The former model underwent surgery in early February with Dr. Ariel Ourian to remove and replace her ruptured breast implants, which she had reportedly had for about 18 years.
According to Glanville, doctors discovered that the leaking implants had caused silicone to spread into her lymph nodes, which may have been blocking her body’s ability to heal.
Speaking about the situation, Glanville revealed the issue was far more serious than she first realized. She explained that she definitely had a parasite, but said her implants were also completely ruptured and had left her with silicone in her lymph nodes.
She later revealed that a technician explained the connection between the implants and her facial swelling. “Whatever’s going on in your face, it can’t drain because your lymph nodes are clogged with silicone,” she recalled being told per The Blast.
For Glanville, the surgery was not just cosmetic, it was necessary. “It’s something that I could die from if I hadn’t figured it out,” she said. Though she now says she feels much better after the procedure, she still believes the parasite issue also played a major role in her ongoing symptoms.
Glanville Says Her Health Struggles Changed Her Entire Life
Beyond the physical pain, Brandi Glanville says her health battle has deeply affected her confidence, relationships, and career.
She has been open about how emotionally difficult the past few years have been, especially while trying to deal with public scrutiny.
On the “I Do Part 2” podcast, Glanville admitted that the constant health issues left her feeling like her life had been turned upside down.
“I haven’t had sex in three years. The whole time I’ve been sick because I’ve lost my confidence,” she shared. The reality TV star said the fallout stretched far beyond just her appearance.
In her words, “And I felt like I lost everything at once in a weird way. Like I lost my job, I lost my reputation, I lost my looks.”
Brandi Glanville Reacts To LeAnn Rimes Video
Glanville recently sparked reactions after weighing in on LeAnn Rimes’ viral jaw massage video, and she clearly wasn’t impressed.
Reacting on the April 3 episode of her “Brandi Glanville Unfiltered” podcast, the TV personality said she was confused by Rimes’ decision to share such a raw moment online.
“I don’t understand why I saw it,” Glanville said per The Blast, explaining that she had undergone the same deep jaw release treatment “a million times” because of her TMJ.
She added that while the procedure was painful, “it’s just not that big of a deal.”
When co-host James Maas pointed out that Rimes had been openly documenting her health journey, Glanville fired back with a pointed remark, “Oh, like me. So weird.” She then added, “I just don’t know why you share that.”
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