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10 Worst Video Games of All Time
Video games as an artistic medium have certainly earned their keep among the likes of novels, film, and the various other methods of storytelling as an exceptional, striking experience, complete with many masterful works of art that make of its use of player control and variance. However, for every truly great game that pushes the medium forward, there are also a handful of notoriously awful games, with some of the very worst being downright shocking in their complete lack of quality.
From awful relics from periods of growth and evolution for the medium to botched games with no budget or direction, several of these games manage to be nearly unplayable in their disastrous executions. The only legacy that they have achieved for themselves is that of downright failure, being arduous to play and completely going against everything that makes video games such a striking and long-lasting medium.
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‘Ride to Hell: Retribution’ (2013)
Following the continued success of games like Grand Theft Auto, there were a wide array of games that wanted to try their own hand at a vast open world for the player to explore. While Ride to Hell: Retribution originally had plans of being a vast, open world with grueling roads and biker gangs, the final product abandoned this idea to instead tell a basic, linear story of revenge. Not that an open world would have really done much to save Ride to Hell, as its shoddy execution completely undoes anything that the game was actually trying to achieve.
Plagued by lackluster visuals, bad shooting mechanics, and awful writing and voice acting, Ride to Hell’s only real enjoyment comes from a place of unintentional so-bad-it’s-good comedy. However, with so many disastrous glitches that hinder the player from actually progressing, as well as an array of tasteless, abrupt sex scenes (featuring fully clothed characters), any fun had while playing the game quickly goes away.
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‘The Lord of the Rings: Gollum’ (2023)
Licensed video games based on pre-existing pop culture can vary massively in terms of quality, as while it can result in exceptionally great games like Insomnia’s Spider-Man or Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, it can also result in absolute disasters like The Lord of the Rings: Gollum. While Gollum is far from the only licensed game to appear on this list, it’s a massive outlier in being the only game released within the past 10 years.
Gollum was an idea that seemed effective as a concept, but as release drew closer players came to realize that it’s hard to imagine actually having fun playing as the meek, shifty creature. It didn’t make things better that the actual execution proved to be laughably bad, with terrible visuals worse than the decades-old movies and terrible stealth mechanics. Glitches on release also made the game nearly unplayable, as a buggy mess that constantly crashed and made the entire experience extremely unstable.
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‘Shaq Fu’ (1994)
While Shaquille O’Neal is still widely celebrated as a beloved celebrity nowadays, his level of dominating star power as an NBA all-star was near inescapable in the 90s. This resulted in him being in a wide array of obnoxious, poorly-made pop culture films, and while films like Steel and Kazaam will forever be infamous as some of the worst 90s movies, Shaq Fu equally stands as one of the worst video games of the 90s.
Especially in an era where fighting games were arguably at their peak with the recent releases of Street Fighter II and Mortal Kombat, Shaq Fu is one of the most uncomfortable and sluggish fighting game experiences of all time. It reaches a point where difficulty doesn’t come from any real balancing, but from the pain of actually making sense of the controls and trying to play the game. This doesn’t even go into the chaos of the game itself, where Shaq has to fight a bunch of interdimensional warriors to save a child from an evil mummy.
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‘Bad Rats’ (2009)
Bad Rats has an interesting legacy as one of the most infamously well-known and surprisingly successful terrible games of the digital era, finding massive popularity as a gag gift for people to send to each other on Steam. The combination of its overwhelming lack of quality, shocking offensive material and bloody violence, and only costing $2 and frequently going on sale, many people bore witness to the complete failures of Bad Rats.
The game fundamentally fails at the structural elements of its core gameplay, being a physics-based puzzle game where the physics often don’t work at all. Without any actually functioning puzzles, the only thing the game has to fall back on is its visuals and presentation, which ironically manage to be even worse than the non-functional game itself. Between the low-quality 3D visuals and the array of racist caricature rats, Bad Rats is little more than a cheap gag whose comedy wears off quickly.
6
‘Bubsy 3D’ (1996)
While the jump from 2D to 3D gaming may have been massively successful for iconic franchises like Mario and Zelda, this massive leap in technological scope and scale wasn’t always met with success, as Bubsy 3D took an already middling platformer franchise and made one of the absolute worst platformers of all time. It features a sluggish, unintuitive method of character and camera control that makes even basic movement an arduous task to overcome.
If it were one of the earliest attempts at platforming in 3D, then maybe the game would have more legs to stand on, but the game is completely blown out of the water by Super Mario 64, which released in North America two months before Bubsy 3D. This direct comparison proved to make the glaring issues of Bubsy 3D all the more apparent, with its tank controls and laughably bad visuals most notably being picked apart by players of the era.
For many players, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is the go-to example of one of the worst video games ever made, being so disastrous in its execution that it nearly killed the entire video game industry. It is often touted as one of the biggest commercial failures in video game history and is the defining cautionary tale of rushed development and studio interference. The failure of the game has proven to be so large-scale and infamous that it inspired its own documentary on the topic, going into how unsold copies of the game were buried in the desert to save space.
It’s so ironic that this notoriously terrible game is an adaptation of a notoriously amazing movie, but it’s this exact excitement and beloved nature of the original movie that made the failure of the game that much more catastrophic. The game was confusing in its execution and far from the traditional, simple fun games that made Atari successful in the first place. With only five weeks of development time and all of the expectations in the world placed on it, the game was destined for failure more than any other game in history.
4
‘Superman: The New Superman Adventures’ (1999)
More commonly known as Superman 64 by gamers, Superman: The New Superman Adventures is one of the most glaring, annoying to play games ever made, almost feeling like it was meticulously made to annoy and enrage the player in its failures. For all of the high-flying action and prowess that Superman is capable of doing in the comics and the animated series this adapts, the overwhelming amount of content in Superman 64 is simply flying through rings in a barren, lifeless city full of fog.
This would be bad enough as is, but with unresponsive controls and overwhelming glitches that make the game near-unplayable at times, Superman 64 becomes a grueling test of patience and the absolute worst licensed video game ever made. It’s a game whose failures are not only overwhelmingly apparent and constantly in the player’s face, but these issues frequently and consistently get in the way of playing the game and actually progressing, making the entire experience a repetitive nightmare.
3
‘Action 52’ (1992)
One of the most classic styles of bootleg and unlicensed video gaming to draw in players throughout 20th century gaming was that of the multicart, a cartridge containing the files for multiple games, oftentimes previously released games, or in the case of unlicensed carts, pirated games. While it’s rare for a multicart in itself to attain notoriety, Action 52 has grown infamous thanks to its absolute failure of function and quality in all 52 of its attempted video games.
At best, games were incredibly generic vertical shooters that were indistinguishable from one another, yet at its worst, many of Action 52’s games were completely unplayable and crashed within minutes of booting them up. Made worse is that even though none of these games were worth even a 52nd of the quality of a traditional NES game, the game cost a staggering $199 when it was released, which was overwhelmingly high in price compared to every other game of the era.
2
‘Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing’ (2003)
One would hope that, as video games as an art form had grown throughout the 20th century, the style of bare-bones games completely lacking in care or content would be a thing of the past in the 21st century. However, Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing spits in the face of the inherent quality of racing video games in creating one of the cheapest, most non-existent video game experiences possible. Every aspect of the game screams being incomplete, from basic text graphics to a lack of any physics to some of the worst graphics possible.
Initial releases of the game didn’t even have any real racing, as the opponent truck driver didn’t even begin driving to race and left the player to their own devices to drive on the track as they pleased. With no penalty for going out of bounds and no collision detection, the only bit of fun to be had with the game is by abusing its lack of fundamental features. However, by the time players are done having fun reaching infinitely increasing speeds by going backwards, the finish line treats players with the hilariously inept message of “You’re winner”, a message that is emblematic of the entire game.
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‘Custer’s Revenge’ (1982)
The go-to example of a terrible video game is usually something with bad graphics and gameplay that is actively unfun to play and interact with as a player. While Custer’s Revenge certainly shares this level of bad, uncompelling gameplay, the real factor that makes it the worst video game of all time is its overwhelming offensive and disgusting content, with the very concept of the game feeling vile to even talk about. This pornographic game sees the player controlling General Armstrong Custer in the nude, with the goal of the game being to dodge obstacles to rape a Native American woman tied to a post.
It’s a clear relic of this early, unfiltered era of video game history that Custer’s Revenge was even allowed to be made, but even for the 80s, this type of gross, offensive content was too much for critics and players of the era to sit through. Some may be quick to write off the game’s content due to it being in seemingly innocuous pixels, but this degrading piece of digital sickness doesn’t deserve to be played by anyone, as its existence helped entirely ban many X-rated video games from many regions across the U.S.
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Former Disney CEO Bob Iger denied that Jimmy Kimmel was suspended from his ABC late-night show last year to prove the network’s allegiance to President Donald Trump.
“That was not the case,” Iger, 75, told the Financial Times in an interview published on Saturday, June 20. “We thought [Kimmel’s joke] was in bad taste.”
Iger pointed out that Kimmel’s suspension lasted less than a week, noting,“We just wanted him to acknowledge that it was an ill-timed and probably inappropriate comment.”
(Iger stepped down as Disney CEO in March, turning over the role to successor Josh D’Amaro.)
Jimmy Kimmel made his late-night return on September 23, 2025, after serving a weeklong suspension that sparked a public debate on free speech. The Jimmy Kimmel Live! host was pulled off the air “indefinitely” by ABC on September 17 for comments he made about the suspect in the shooting death of conservative political pundit Charlie […]
Controversy erupted last fall over Kimmel, 58, discussing the murder of Charlie Kirk while the conservative activist was delivering a speech on the campus of Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, on September 10, 2025.
(Tyler James Robinson was later charged with aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm and violent offense in the presence of a child, as well as two counts of obstruction of justice and witness tampering. Robinson, 22, has not yet entered a plea.)
During his Jimmy Kimmel Live! monologue on September 15, 2025, Kimmel ignited a firestorm of controversy while discussing the political fallout of Kirk’s death at age 31.
“We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them with everything they can to score political points from,” Kimmel said. “In between the finger-pointing, there was grieving.”
Kimmel then showed footage of Trump, 80, discussing his White House construction plans in the wake of Kirk’s death.
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“He’s at the fourth stage of grief, construction,” Kimmel joked. “It’s demolition, construction.”
The Jimmy Kimmel Live! host added, “This is not how an adult grieves the murder of someone he called a friend. This is how a 4-year-old mourns a goldfish.”
Days after the jokes originally aired, numerous conservative groups called for a boycott of ABC and multiple station owners, including Nexstar Media and Sinclair, vowed not to air Jimmy Kimmel Live! until he publicly apologized. ABC eventually confirmed to Us Weekly on September 17, 2025, that the comedy show would be “pre-empted indefinitely.”
Kimmel was off the air for a total of six days before ABC reinstated Jimmy Kimmel Live! into its weeknight lineup on September 22, 2025.
“Last Wednesday, we made the decision to suspend production on the show to avoid further inflaming a tense situation at an emotional moment for our country,” the company’s statement to Us read. “It is a decision we made because we felt some of the comments were ill-timed and thus insensitive. We have spent the last days having thoughtful conversations with Jimmy, and after those conversations, we reached the decision to return the show on Tuesday.”
Kimmel told viewers in his return monologue, “I’ve been hearing a lot about what I need to do and say tonight, and the truth is, I don’t think what I have to say is going to make much of a difference.”
“If you like me, you like me, if you don’t, I have no illusions of changing anyone’s mind, but I do want to make something clear because it’s important to me as a human: It was never my intention to make light of the murder of a young man. I don’t think there’s anything funny about it,” Kimmel clarified.
ABC ultimately signed Kimmel to a one-year contract extension in December 2025, despite Trump’s repeated demands for the network to fire him.
Kimmel has continued to spar with Trump in the months since his on-air return, most recently picking the president’s longtime nemesis Rosie O’Donnell to guest-host Jimmy Kimmel Live! during his summer vacation.
“As a special treat for our commander-in-chief, I asked one of his all-time favorites, Rosie O’Donnell, to be here to keep the hits coming. So, you’re welcome,” he told viewers on Thursday, June 18. “All I ask in return, Mr. President, is that you don’t do anything stupid while I’m gone!”
Jimmy Kimmel Live! airs every on ABC weeknights at 11:35 p.m. ET.
Who knew that all Apple TV needed to establish itself as a streaming giant was a fish-out-of-water soccer series featuring Jason Sudeikis as a wise, optimistic coach? Well, as the first three seasons of Ted Lasso have proven, this was a huge formula for success, with the show becoming one of the world’s most famous and earning millions of fans worldwide. Despite most thinking it had ended in 2023, the temptation to return to AFC Richmond proved too much to handle, with a hotly anticipated fourth season set to debut on August 5.
Ted and Coach Beard (Brendan Hunt) will start their journey as coaches of a new women’s division at AFC Richmond, following the former’s bittersweet departure from the club at the end of Season 3, as he moved back to Kansas to spend more time with his son. The men’s team will now hunt for glory under new no-nonsense manager Roy Kent (Brett Goldstein), in a fourth season that promises to be just as life-affirming as ever before. But this won’t be the first acclaimed returning project from Bill Lawrence this year, and fans are diving back into his catalog to get in the mood for more Ted Lasso.
At the time of writing, the comedy-drama Shrinking is back among the top ten on Apple TV, ranking as the ninth-most-watched show on the platform in the U.S., via all Amazon channels. Jimmy (Jason Segel), Paul (Harrison Ford), and co returned earlier this year with a hugely successful third outing, which proved a hit with both fans and critics. “Shrinking Season 3 lovingly nudges us back to the real world, ready to face whatever lies ahead,” wrote Collider’s Meredith Loftus in her review.
Will ‘Shrinking’ Return?
Unsurprisingly, Shrinking has already been renewed for a fourth season. But will this be the last? Although that has yet to be confirmed, the choice to incorporate somewhat of a thematic reset into the plot suggests Apple plans for the show to run for much longer. This reset is coming via a time-jump, with Lawrence previously saying, “People shouldn’t be surprised if there’s a time jump and it feels like we’re telling a completely different story,” when asked about what fans can expect from Season 4.
Shrinking is available on Apple TV. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
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Brooke Shields has spent decades in front of cameras, so she knows exactly what works when it comes to eye makeup. Not every mascara delivers the kind of definition that shows up on film, and even fewer can create noticeable length without clumping or smudging. That’s why we took notice when Shields revealed the tubing mascara she relies on for full-looking lashes.
The product in question? Tarte’s Tartelette Tubing Mascara, which is currently 40% off for Amazon Prime Day. During an interview with Harper’s Bazaar UK, Shields named the mascara as one of her beauty essentials, praising the formula for making her lashes appear “thicker and longer.” It’s an impressive endorsement from someone whose beauty routine has been under the spotlight for decades.
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Shields isn’t the only fan. The mascara has earned over 3,600 five-star ratings from shoppers, including one customer who said it creates a “‘lash extensions’ effect while still looking natural and separated.” Another reviewer called it their “holy grail mascara,” praising the formula for delivering “incredible length and volume.”
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More than 10,000 shoppers purchased the mascara in the last month alone, and with the current 40% off discount, it’s a great time to try the formula for yourself. If a beauty icon like Shields trusts the Tarte pick for her lashes, it’s certainly worth a closer look.
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Love is in the air for Kim Kardashian, and her friends couldn’t be happier for her.
The reality TV star is currently enjoying a blissful romance with Lewis Hamilton. They are reportedly having such a great time together thanks to their similar ambitions.
A source recently weighed in on Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton’s relationship, revealing how her inner circle felt about their highly publicized romance.
According to a source, Kardashian and Hamilton are head over heels for each other. They described the duo as “such a chill couple,” noting they acted as though “they’ve been together for years.” As for how they got along so well, the source said:
“Everything feels very easy and light. The fact that they knew each other before helps, but they both align in terms of ambition, life goals, and making things easy.”
The source told PEOPLE that Kardashian and Hamilton’s feelings for each other have only grown stronger with time, noting the F1 driver always gushed about his lover. He frequently praised the TV personality’s beauty and showered her with attention.
‘The Kardashians’ Star’s Friends Are On Board With Her Relationship
The source continued that the love between Kardashian and Hamilton was so evident that even her friends could see it. They labeled the duo’s romance “very cute,” stating that after some of the reality TV star’s past relationships, her pals “think this is just what she needs.”
“She’s always at peace with him,” the source added about Kardashian’s feelings for Hamilton. As for the athlete, he made his love for the entertainer clear during a post-race press conference on June 8, marking the first time he had addressed their relationship.
Hamilton thanked Kardashian for her support, claiming it felt “amazing” to have “good people” stand by his side and credited the socialite for making him feel that way daily. Days before his touching confession, an insider revealed his relationship with Kardashian had reached new heights.
The F1 Driver Was Introduced To The TV Personality’s Children
Earlier this month, the outlet revealed that Kardashian and Hamilton had strengthened their bond with a family introduction. An insider shared that the racecar driver was allowed to spend time with the media personality’s four children.
According to the insider, Hamilton receiving permission to be around Kardashian’s kids showed how much she cared and trusted him. “Kim’s very selective when it comes to the people she allows around her kids. She’s very protective of them,” the insider explained.
They reiterated that she “doesn’t take new introductions lightly,” which proved Hamilton had given her many reasons to say yes. A separate source revealed in March that the couple had vacationed together in Tokyo along with Kardashian’s four children.
Body Language Expert Notices Possible Red Flags In The Couple’s Romance
The claims of Kardashian and Hamilton’s blossoming romance come weeks after a body language expert noticed possible signs of trouble in their relationship. The Blast covered the story, reporting that Judi James had dissected the couple’s body language at the Monaco Grand Prix.
James highlighted the duo’s post-race celebration, where Hamilton blew his lover a kiss before making his way over for a hug. The expert pointed out that their “rom-com moment” seemingly captured Kardashian pushing for a romantic energy.
Another moment that caught James’ attention was Hamilton’s champagne celebration, which she stated could be “a red card moment” for some women. “Kim’s styling, her hair, and her expensive designer dress would not have been worn to be soaked in sticky alcohol,” the expert mused.
Kim Kardashian’s Dating History Before Lewis Hamilton
Kardashian’s friends being happy for her romance with Hamilton is understandable, given her past controversial relationships. At 19, the socialite eloped with music producer Damon Thomas and claimed she was high on ecstasy during their wedding ceremony.
Their marriage ended on a sour note, with Kardashian accusing Thomas of being too controlling. She moved on with rapper Ray J, with whom she gained infamy for a leaked sex tape. Another famous relationship was the entertainer’s brief marriage to Kris Humphries.
Kardashian filed for divorce from Humphries just 72 days after their union, per Page Six. The list continues with controversial Hip-Hop star, Kanye “Ye” West. The former couple tied the knot in 2014 and welcomed four children before the reality TV star filed for divorce in 2021.
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If Sarah Jessica Parker‘s chic lifestyle has taught Us anything, it’s that the little rituals matter. One bedtime essential the actress swears by is This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray, a cult-favorite mist that helps create a calming atmosphere before bed.
The actress gave fans a glimpse of her bedside table on Instagram, and followers immediately spotted the pillow spray. Even better, it’s 30% off for Amazon Prime Day, making now the perfect time to see what all the fuss is about.
This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray contains a blend of naturally soothing essential oils, including lavender, chamomile and vetivert. Lavender is widely known for its relaxing aroma, while chamomile helps promote a sense of calm after a long day. Vetivert adds an earthy, grounding note that makes the fragrance feel sophisticated rather than overly floral. Together, they create a spa-like scent that transforms your pillow into a more inviting place to unwind.
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Beyond the fragrance itself, This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray can help elevate your entire nighttime routine. Creating consistent bedtime rituals can signal to your brain that it’s time to relax, and simple habits like spritzing your pillow before bed can make the transition from a busy day to a restful evening feel more intentional.
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One Amazon reviewer said it “helps tremendously” for anyone “with chronic sleep issues,” while another shopper called it an “absolute game-changer” for “achieving a restful night’s sleep.”
If you’re looking for a small upgrade that can make your bedtime routine feel more luxurious, this Sarah Jessica Parker-approved pillow spray is worth a closer look. Get it before it goes back to full price!
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Lionel Richie’s highly anticipated summer tour got off to a frightening start after the music icon was forced to abruptly stop his opening-night performance due to an unexpected health issue.
Fans packed into the Grand Casino Arena expecting a night of timeless hits, but instead watched the legendary singer struggle through his set before the concert was ultimately canceled.
The unsettling moment has now sparked concern as audiences await updates on the remainder of his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire.
Lionel Richie launched his latest tour on Wednesday night at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minnesota, where he was set to headline after Earth, Wind & Fire opened the evening.
The concert appeared to be progressing as planned until the 77-year-old unexpectedly paused the show after performing “Three Times A Lady” from behind the piano.
It initially seemed like a brief break, but quickly turned into something much more serious. Richie announced an unscheduled intermission before leaving the stage, and members of his band followed him off just minutes later.
More than 40 minutes passed before saxophonist Dino Soldo returned to address the anxious audience. “Unfortunately, Lionel is not feeling well,” Soldo announced per the Daily Mail, adding, “He won’t be able to continue. Additional information will be available.”
Richie’s team has yet to publicly explain what led to the abrupt end of the concert, leaving fans searching for answers after the disappointing opening night.
Richie Showed Signs Something Was Wrong Before The Cancellation
Although the announcement surprised many inside the arena, concertgoers later revealed there had been warning signs throughout the performance that Lionel Richie was not feeling his best.
Videos shared on social media showed the legendary performer repeatedly stopping to sit down during his performance of “Dancing On The Ceiling.” Witnesses also claimed Richie admitted he was feeling “dizzy” while still trying to finish the show.
Despite the obvious discomfort, the singer continued singing rather than relying on a guide vocal. One clip showed him carefully making his way across the stage before suddenly sitting on the edge of a large stepped platform.
He remained seated for less than 10 seconds before standing again and attempting to continue. However, less than half a minute later, he sat down once more on the opposite side of the stage while continuing the song.
According to reports, saxophonist Soldo eventually joined Richie by taking a seat beside him during the performance, possibly hinting that something was clearly amiss.
Lionel Richie Tried To Reassure Fans While Battling Dizziness
Even as he struggled, Richie attempted to reassure the audience with humor and honesty. After sitting at the piano for what became his final song of the evening, Richie reportedly acknowledged what he was experiencing.
One fan recalled that the Grammy award winner reminded the crowd to listen to their bodies. “He said he has been in this business long enough, if you feel dizzy you sit down! And if you don’t feel right, you sit down!” the fan explained.
Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Jon Bream quoted the music icon delivering the same message with a little more edge, telling concertgoers, “When you’re feeling dizzy, sit your *ss down.”
Richie Fans Left The Arena Worried And Disappointed
As it became increasingly clear that Lionel Richie would not return, the atmosphere inside the arena shifted dramatically.
Audience members reportedly began filing out of the venue shortly after the band exited the stage, roughly 15 minutes after Richie first announced the unexpected intermission.
Many expressed concern for the star’s health, while others admitted they were heartbroken that the concert ended so abruptly.
One disappointed attendee described the experience as “horrible.” “I’m super bummed. This was my first time [seeing Richie] and I’m old,” the concertgoer said.
Across social media, attendees echoed similar sentiments, sharing videos from the performance and hoping Richie would make a speedy recovery.
Many pointed out that, despite appearing uncomfortable, the singer continued performing as long as he could before ultimately putting his health first.
Lionel Richie Reveals The One Rule He Lives By When Meeting Fans
Over the years, Richie’s interaction with fans has left many talking. The television personality believes genuine kindness is one of the biggest secrets to surviving decades in the spotlight.
Speaking on the “Artist Friendly” podcast with his son-in-law Joel Madden in March, the music icon explained that fame only works if celebrities truly enjoy interacting with people.
“I hope you like people,” Richie said per The Blast, noting that many stars spend years begging for attention before becoming famous and then suddenly wanting to be left alone.
Richie revealed he intentionally acknowledges fans because he remembers what it felt like to be “invisible” before success.
Rather than ignoring someone who was nervous to approach him, he would make an effort to smile, say hello, or stop for a conversation.
The Grammy winner also revealed that small gestures toward staff and crew members go a long way, insisting it takes only seconds to thank someone.
Love Island USA‘s Kenzie Annis certainly has a scene-stealing presence in season 8 — largely because of her unfiltered confessions about her sex life.
The hit Peacock series follows a group of singles who must pair off in order to stay in the show’s luxury villa. The contestants — referred to as Islanders — live in isolation in a villa under constant video surveillance. They must be coupled up to remain on the show and earn a shot at the $100,000 prize. However, there is constant temptation with new bombshells making their debut and a batch of new singletons hitting the scene at Casa Amor.
While the islanders are filming nonstop for weeks, viewers are watching daily episodes and casting votes that affect the couples and the fate of the contestants.
Kenzie was introduced in the season 8 premiere as an OG Islander. She originally had a tough time finding a connection after forming a bond with Zach Georgiou. She recoupled with Corbin Mims — but then America stepped in and switched her partner to Caleb McDaniel. She and Corbin both chose to recouple shortly before their time at Casa Amor began.
Keep scrolling to see Kenzie’s red hot confessions::
Favorite Sex Position
While connecting with Corbin, Kenzie mentioned she likes to “do 69” with past partners.
Her Last Time
In a June 2026 episode of the Peacock show, Kenzie told the other Islanders that she hadn’t had sex “in a year and a half” ahead of season 8.
Love Island USA introduced a new code word when “French fries” was used to describe a sex act between Kenzie Annis and Corbin Mims. The Sunday, June 21, episode briefly showed Kenzie and Corbin hooking up in bed. The next morning, Trinity Tatum said she heard someone performing “French fries,” which sounded “too wet” to […]
Hooking Up in Plain View
After recoupling with Corbin, the duo took things to the next level despite sharing a room with everyone else. The next morning, Kenzie laughed it off when Trinity Tatum called her out for engaging in “French fries,” which appeared to be a code word.
“That is not kissing,” Trinity joked. “That is too wet.”
Kenzie stood by their behavior, adding in a confessional, “I was definitely getting some French fries. Feeling good.”
She continued: “We were probably doing a bit much honestly but I feel a strong connection with Corbin. We probably got a little bit carried away.”
Doing the Splits
In a June 2026 episode, the villa and Casa Amor were involved in a challenge where each half had to compete against the other. That involved doing some sexually suggestive moves — with Kenzie going all out.
“I was splits on the d***, splits on his head and backbends,” Kenzie said. “I even sucked a man’s foot. I will do anything to f***ing win.”
The guys at Casa Amor won the challenge with their new partners but it wasn’t for a lack of effort at the villa.
West Wilson broke his silence about leaving Summer House ahead of season 11.
“I wanted to tell it on my own but that [exit rumor] is true,” West, 31, revealed during The Broadcast Boys’ Wednesday, June 24, Instagram breakdown of the Summer House scandal. “In [Bravo’s] defense, I don’t think it would have been a fun summer.”
Us Weekly exclusively reported on June 15 that West will not return to Summer House after he faced a hostile interrogation from castmates at the recent season 10 reunion over his relationship with costar Amanda Batula. (West previously dated Amanda’s best friend Ciara Miller while Amanda announced her separation from estranged husband Kyle Cooke in January.)
“West isn’t coming back,” a source told Us at the time. “He could still make an appearance on Summer House or [Amanda’s spinoff show] In the City in the future, especially if things with Amanda progress, but he’s not a cast member this season.”
West Wilson. Rich Polk/Bravo
An insider later revealed exclusively to Us that West’s departure from Summer House was a mutual decision between him and the network.
“[West was] already feeling like his time on the show was coming to an end,” the source added. “It became even clearer that there wasn’t a long-term fit anymore. He is at peace with the decision and is focusing on his podcast and other business ventures.”
West and Amanda announced that they were dating in March, despite both previously publicly denying that there were any romantic feelings between them.
“We’ve seen the growing online speculation, so while this is still very new, we wanted to provide some clarity,” they said in a March 31 joint statement. “It was never our intention to purposely hide anything. Given the complicated relationship dynamics involved and the scrutiny that comes with being on a reality show, we needed a little space to process things privately before speaking on it.”
West Wilson is speaking out about his controversial relationship with Summer House costar Amanda Batula after receiving backlash from fans and costars. “There was no overlap. I know there’s a thousand different theories on the internet right now but that is one thing that for sure did not happen,” West, 31, said on the Monday, […]
The couple added, “We’ve shown up for each other as friends over the years, through all the highs and lows, and what’s developed recently was the last thing either of us expected. Our connection grew out of a genuine, longstanding friendship, which made it especially important for us to approach this with care.”
“As our feelings evolved, we wanted to take time to understand exactly what we were feeling,” they concluded. “We also recognize that this has had an impact beyond just us and never wanted our actions to cause any hurt or be perceived as careless. We truly appreciate the understanding and respect as we navigate this.”
During his interview with ‘The Broadcast Boys’ podcast, West shared details about how his and Amanda’s controversial March announcement led to the couple being intimate for the first time.
“We f***ed after the statement but we’d been like making out and having sleepovers for a long time. … I was still doing the wrong thing but I was like … I’m not committing a crime,” he said.
West also addressed speculation that he and Amanda released their public statement in March because of the existence of an apparent video of them “canoodling.”
Summer House stars West Wilson and Amanda Batula’s relationship is still going strong — even with the public backlash. “West and Amanda are still dating,” a source exclusively tells Us Weekly, revealing that “the cast doesn’t think they’re going to last.” Despite their costars’ doubts about the romance, West, 31, and Amanda, 34, are moving […]
“I haven’t seen [the video] but I’ve heard from credible sources it does [exist],” he told ‘The Broadcast Boys’ hosts Lucas Brody and Nelson Vergara. “It’s very illegal, I’d like to note.”
He clarified, “From what I’ve been told it was Amanda and I canoodling in my apartment from one of my neighbors across the street. That’s what kinda kicked off everything into panic, rush mode.”
“I guess I’ve always thought in New York there’s an unspoken rule that we can all see each other across our f***ing windows and balconies, like, don’t film each other,” he later argued.
Summer House airs on Bravo. Old episodes can be streamed on Peacock.
Jennifer Lopez has been speaking candidly lately about embracing her single life, and even claims that none of her past partners have been “capable” of loving her.
During a recent interview, she also seemingly took a swipe at her ex-husband, Ben Affleck, stating that she should have stopped chasing relationships “sooner.”
Now, sources claim that people close to Jennifer Lopez aren’t “buying” her talks about being over the actor, claiming that the singer even wants to remain close with Ben Affleck.
Lopez has made it a point in some of her post-divorce interviews to emphasize how much better she feels now that she’s no longer in a relationship.
The popular actress has made comments, which have sometimes been considered to be a swipe at her past partners, particularly her recent ex-husband, Affleck.
However, according to a new report, no one close to Lopez believes that she’s truly over the Oscar winner.
“To be clear, nobody in J.Lo’s world is buying this talk that she’s happy to be single and totally over Ben,” an insider told Globe Magazine.
“She’s been on this mission to show him what he’s missing and still has this delusional belief that he’ll come crawling back at some point for another shot,” the source continued, adding, “The fact she’s still griping about Ben and the impact of the divorce while he stays totally silent and just tries to move on with his life kind of says it all.”
The insider further insisted that a reunion is “so not happening” between the former lovers, and Lopez has to “get her head around that.”
The Singer Said None Of Her Former Partners Were ‘Capable’ Of Truly Loving Her
Lopez has not shied away from speaking about her love life after her divorce. In fact, she has made bold comments that have taken aim at her past romances.
During a candid conversation with Howard Stern on his show, the 56-year-old singer appeared to take a jab at her ex-husband Ben Affleck, along with virtually every man she has ever dated or married.
When asked if she had ever felt “truly loved,” Lopez responded bluntly, “No.”
The singer then clarified: “What I learned, it’s not that I’m not lovable — it’s that they’re not capable…They don’t have it in them! And they gave me what they had, right?”
“They gave me all of it, every time – all the rings, all the things I could ever want, right? Tried to give me the houses, the rings, the marriage – all of it,” she added, hinting that they made efforts, but never really loved her properly.
Jennifer Lopez Said Spliting From Ben Affleck Was The ‘Best Thing’
Reflecting on the end of her two-year marriage to Affleck, Lopez claimed that it was “the best thing that ever happened to me.”
She explained that the split forced her into a period of intense self-reflection and personal healing, which greatly helped her find herself again.
“It really made me go on a journey,” she told Stern. “I had a religious coach, a therapist, a couples therapist, an individual therapist, and even a coach to understand addiction. I had everything.”
Lopez added, “I told myself, ‘I’m gonna figure this out if it kills me.” According to the singer, the intensive inner work led to a profound breakthrough for her as she learned that the “core of it all is you. It’s nobody else.”
The Singer Says She Is Now More ‘Self-Aware’
Looking forward, Lopez explained that she has evolved to become deeply appreciative of her own identity, leaving her feeling far more confident in her own skin.
She explained to Stern that she can now reflect on her life with much more confidence and clarity. This includes processing everything from her childhood relationship with her parents to her personal struggles with love and feelings of neglect, ultimately allowing her to truly understand and appreciate who she has become.
According to the singer, she is now more “self-assured” and “self-aware,” noting that this growth has brought her a sense of peace.
Lopez said, “[I] feel really comfortable and good in being myself, all the good parts and all the kind of complicated things.”
Ben Affleck Gifted Jennifer Lopez His Share Of Their Marital Property
While Lopez has made multiple comments about her divorce from Affleck, the actor has barely talked about the separation and once branded it as “embarrassing” to talk about.
“For one thing, you start going, ‘Okay, clearly this person has got these issues. Clearly, they have these issues.’ And the reason I don’t want to share that is just sort of embarrassing. It feels vulnerable,” he told GQ Magazine.
Despite settling their divorce amicably, Affleck and Lopez were still linked due to their marital home in Beverly Hills, for which they were unable to find a buyer after months on the market.
In what insiders are calling an attempt to completely cut ties with his ex-wife, the actor gifted Lopez his share of the property, making her the sole owner.
Speaking to Star Magazine, a source noted that the shocking move made Lopez reconsider their divorce as she “can’t help but see it as proof he’s the good guy she fell in love with, and she’s back to hoping that somehow, they might be able to work it out.”
Second lady Usha Vance poked fun at how her budget-friendly pregnancy fashion has garnered national attention.
“Now that we know the political significance of my $8.75 coral maternity dress from Old Navy, can’t wait to hear what the New York Times has to say about my elastic-waistband pants and compression socks!” Vance, 40, wrote via X on Wednesday, June 24. “In the meantime, enjoy my pregnancy fashion (or lack thereof) and a good story with your kids on Storytime with the Second Lady.”
Usha also included a link to a video of herself sitting next to her husband, Vice President JD Vance, while wearing the asymmetrical off the shoulder dress in question.
In a subsequent tweet, Usha shared the screenshot of the purchase, which she got on sale.
Vice President JD Vance’s wife, Usha Vance, is opening up about the couple’s decision to expand their family. “People have asked me if we’re going to have a fourth baby, and I’ve never closed the door on that,” Usha, 40, said in an interview with NBC News airing on Monday, March 30. “I grew up […]
“And here’s the receipt!” she captioned the image.
Usha’s quip was directed at a recent article in the New York Times that highlighted the pregnancies of multiple women affiliated with President Donald Trump’s administration. (In addition to Usha, both Karoline Leavitt and Katie Miller are expecting babies with their respective husbands.)
The article highlighted how all three women have showcased their baby bumps during their various public appearances with their eye-catching fashion choices.
“Forget the maternity muumuu. Forget body-con. This is baby-con. In case you missed it, the hand serves to focus the eye,” journalist Vanessa Friedman wrote in the piece.
Earlier this year, Usha and JD, 41, announced they were expanding their family. (The couple are also parents to Ewan, 9, and Vivek, 6, and daughter Mirabel, 4.) .
“We’re very excited to share the news that Usha is pregnant with our fourth child, a boy,” read a statement shared via Usha’s Instagram in January. “Usha and the baby are doing well, and we are all looking forward to welcoming him in late July.”
Vice President JD Vance and his wife, second lady Usha Vance, have offered a candid window into their 11-year marriage, their growing family and the unconventional path that has shaped their relationship before and throughout his political career. JD and Usha met in 2010 while they were students at Yale University’s School of Law, ultimately […]
The statement continued, “During this exciting and hectic time, we are particularly grateful for the military doctors who take excellent care of our family and for the staff members who do so much to ensure that we can serve the country while enjoying a wonderful life with our children.”
Since revealing her pregnancy, Usha shared that she was giving her maternity wardrobe an upgrade this time around.
“I have to dress up a lot more. I enjoyed my last pregnancy — there were a lot of sweatpants,” she said in a March interview with NBC News. “I was working from home and sometimes put a blazer on over what was under.”
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