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8 Near-Perfect Book-To-TV Adaptations Nobody Remembers
From literary classics to contemporary favorites, books have always served as a major inspiration for Hollywood. But while some books are perfect for film adaptations, some are better suited for the small screen. Television and streaming have seen some of the greatest works in contemporary and classic literature being translated to the screen, sometimes reimagined, and sometimes directly adapted.
From literary legends Leo Tolstoy to modern icons like Margaret Atwood and John le Carré, authors from different eras and genres have had their work take the shape of remarkable productions and great performances. Unfortunately, not all such shows remain timeless or become mainstream pop-culture sensations like The Lord of the Rings or The Handmaid’s Tale. Here’s our handpicked selection of near-perfect book-to-TV adaptations that sadly nobody remembers.
1
‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ (1979)
Directed by John Irvin and written by Arthur Hopcraft for the BBC, 1979’s Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy is the first visual adaptation of John le Carré’s novel, featuring the grizzled MI6 spymaster, George Smiley. The series follows the retired agent, who is brought back to MI6 after the death of the head of the British Secret Service, as he attempts to catch a Russian double agent. Alec Guinness stars as Smiley, with Michael Jayston, Anthony Bate, George Sewell, and Patrick Stewart in notable roles.
In its day, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy was considered a masterpiece of spy fiction on TV and was lauded for Guinness’s perfect depiction of Smiley and its faithfulness to the original story. Unfortunately, the 1979 series has since skipped audience memory, with the 2011 film adaptation taking its place as the more acclaimed and popular adaptation. However, with its intricate production and timely depiction of the 1970s Cold War-era sentiments, the seven-part BBC series will always remain a television landmark and one of the finest screen translations of John le Carré’s spy classics.
2
‘Alias Grace’ (2017)
Created by Sarah Polley and adapted from Margaret Atwood’s novel, Alias Grace follows Grace Marks, a 16-year-old Irish immigrant and housemaid in mid-1800s Canada, who is accused of killing her employer. Her case takes a new turn when a young psychiatrist, Thomas Jordan, is assigned to evaluate her mental state to determine if she should be pardoned. The series stars Sarah Gadon as the titular character, with Paul Gross, Anna Paquin, Edward Holcroft, Zachary Levi, and David Cronenberg in key roles.
The six-part Canadian drama miniseries brings life to Atwood’s remarkable interpretation of true events from 1843 and is a modern television masterpiece. The narrative beautifully blurs the lines between fiction and reality, leaving the audience with ambiguity, thus doing every bit of justice to the original historical fiction story. But despite its incredible production values, powerful acting, and engaging storytelling, Alias Grace has remained an underrated gem and an eclectic favorite, never achieving mainstream success.
3
‘Station Eleven’ (2021)
Based on Emily St. John Mandel’s novel, Station Eleven is a post-apocalyptic dystopian series by Patrick Somerville that centers on a devastating flu pandemic that causes the collapse of civilization. Twenty years after the catastrophic events, the story intertwines the lives of a group of survivors: a nomadic theater group, a famous actor, and an aspiring artist. Mackenzie Davis, Himesh Patel, Matilda Lawler, David Wilmot, Nabhaan Rizwan, Daniel Zovatto, and Lori Petty star in the main roles.
A story about a pandemic that upended life across the world, Station Eleven could not have been timelier, serving as a hopeful, reassuring approach to survival. A subtle, slow reflection on life, art, and memory, the series thrives on its balanced narrative of sci-fi elements, grim motifs, and artistic pursuits. One of the most perfect sci-fi miniseries to watch on HBO, Station Eleven earned critical acclaim and garnered a dedicated following during its run, but it was soon forgotten amid other mainstream shows and miniseries on the network.
4
‘Shetland’ (2013–Present)
A British crime drama by David Kane, adapted from Ann Cleeves’s novel collection of the same name, Shetland is set in the titular Scottish archipelago and follows local Detective Inspector Jimmy Perez and his loyal sergeants as they investigate all kinds of crimes within the community. The show’s later seasons center on DI Ruth Calder, who replaces Perez as the series lead. Douglas Henshall, Ashley Jensen, Alison O’Donnell, Steven Robertson, Julie Graham, and Mark Bonnar play the main roles.
While the first two seasons of Shetland are direct adaptations of four books in Cleeves’ The Four Seasons Quartet, the following seasons are exclusively original storylines, which largely change the overall impact of the show. However, the grim and gritty crime thriller appeals with its powerful characters, compelling performances, and distinctive Nordic Noir aesthetic. Since its premiere in 2013, Shetland has been widely acclaimed, earning several accolades, and yet, it has remained quite a niche show with a small but dedicated fan following.
5
‘Little Fires Everywhere’ (2020)
Created by Liz Tigelaar from Celeste Ng’s novel of the same name, Little Fires Everywhere centers on Elena Richardson, a perfect suburban mother and landlady, and Mia Warren, a single mother with a teenage daughter and a mysterious past who moves to an Ohio suburb. When Elena offers Mia a home and a job as her housekeeper, their lives and those of their children become a complicated entanglement, upending the Richardsons’ seemingly perfect lives. Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington star as the central characters, with Joshua Jackson, Rosemarie DeWitt, Jade Pettyjohn, Lexi Underwood, and Megan Stott in key roles.
Anchored by fiery performances by Witherspoon and Washington, Little Fires Everywhere is as perfect as a miniseries can be, where every episode is deep and thoughtful. A powerful and incisive show, it raises and addresses tough questions about identity, race, and class dynamics, not to mention the complexities of motherhood. While the show made waves during its 2020 premiere and became Hulu’s most-watched series at the time, Little Fires Everywhere has since become quite niche and has not been a subject of mainstream pop-culture conversations.
6
‘The Shannara Chronicles’ (2016–2017)
A post-apocalyptic fantasy created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, The Shannara Chronicles is a series adaptation of the novel trilogy The Sword of Shannara by Terry Brooks. The series, set in the fictional Four Lands, centers on three heroes who embark on a perilous quest with the help of the last druid to save a magical, dying tree and stop an army of demons from destroying the world. Austin Butler, Poppy Drayton, Ivana Baquero, Manu Bennett, Aaron Jakubenko, and Vanessa Morgan star in the main roles.
With magic, elven races, and the classic conflicts between good and evil, peace and war, The Shannara Chronicles is a well-made high fantasy show that fans would love. It nicely weaves two parallel plotlines with ample action and adventure, making it an exciting genre gem that is worth watching. Unfortunately, the show’s lower viewership and ratings led to its cancellation after two seasons, making it relatively obscure.
7
‘The Little Drummer Girl’ (2018)
Directed by Park Chan-wook, The Little Drummer Girl is a spy drama series based on John le Carré’s 1983 novel of the same name and the second screen adaptation of the book after the 1984 film starring Diane Keaton. Set during the Cold War, the six-part BBC show follows Charlie, a young and radical left-wing English actress who is recruited by a Mossad agent to stop a terrorist plot planned across Europe. Florence Pugh, Michael Shannon, and Alexander Skarsgård star as the main characters, with Charles Dance, Simona Brown, and Max Irons in supporting roles.
The Little Drummer Girl is a near-perfect adaptation of le Carré’s complex espionage drama and stays faithful to the original 1970s setting, tense atmosphere, and complicated nuances of spycraft. On its release in 2018, the series was highly acclaimed and became one of the most celebrated spy shows of the 2010s, with praise for Chan-wook’s directorial vision and the invested performances of the lead cast. Despite its ardent genre following, The Little Drummer Girl has remained heavily underrated and has gotten lost in the never-ending stream of new content.
8
‘War & Peace’ (2016)
Directed by Tom Harper and written by Andrew Davies, War & Peace is a historical drama miniseries adapted from Leo Tolstoy’s 1896 novel and the second major English-language TV series and BBC adaptation of the literary classic. Set during the Napoleonic Wars of the early 1800s, the series follows the interwoven tales of five Russian aristocratic families and their young members as they navigate love, loss, and the meaning of life amid a raging war. The show’s ensemble cast includes Paul Dano, Lily James, James Norton, Jessie Buckley, Brian Cox, and Gillian Anderson in main roles.
War & Peace is elevated by its passionate drama, sprawling visuals, and luxurious costumes, balancing humor and heart at various stages. While it cannot capture the complete depth of Tolstoy’s genius, the six-part series largely stays faithful to the original material and makes the complex literary classic more comprehensible for modern audiences. At the time of its premiere in 2016, War & Peace garnered critical acclaim, but it has remained a hidden gem ever since, though it is more than worth rediscovering.
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If there’s one fashion girl staple that seems like a worthy investment, it’s a red sweater. The piece was a mainstay on our social media feeds throughout the winter (long after the holidays were over!), and while we recently wondered whether it was too late to shop one, Tina Fey proved the style works for summer, too.
In early June, the comedian, writer and producer popped up at the Tribeca Film Festival wearing a fiery polo sweater, turning the piece into a summer-friendly look with light gray trousers and eye-catching white heels. While we loved everything about her elevated, expensive-looking outfit, her bold collared top remained on our minds, tempting Us to find a similar style on Amazon.
Get the Yucolen Long Sleeve Polo for $17 (originally $25) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.
We don’t know where Fey scored her polo, but it appears to be somewhere in the sweatshirt family rather than a heavy knit, which is why the Yucolen Long Sleeve Polo is a worthy alternative. Made from a cotton blend, this pick is lightweight and airy and, much like the star’s version, includes a collar and buttons at the top. Sizing ranges from small through XXL, and since Fey’s sweater is a bit oversized, we’d recommend sizing up to copy her laid-back-luxe look.
Spring dressing gets tricky when mornings feel cool, afternoons warm up and you still want to look polished through it all. That’s where Hamptons-style sweaters come in. They feature lightweight knits, elegant neutrals and timeless patterns that instantly make an outfit feel more elevated. In fact, our favorites strike that rare balance of looking relaxed, […]
It’s easy to write off basics as boring, but this Amazon find is anything but. Aside from that eye-catching color, it’s something that can be worn on repeat, complementing elaborate statement pieces like printed pants or acting as the star of the show. Fey provided plenty of styling inspiration with her sleek, light-colored slacks, but we’re also imagining it worn with denim shorts and sandals for a somewhat nautical vibe, or teamed with a white maxi skirt for a patio date night. Plus, while the under-$20 price tag pretty much makes the shirt the opposite of an investment piece, it’ll still behave like one. After summer is over, this polo will look just as great with jeans, leather bottoms and fall-coded plaid skirts.
Amazon shoppers point out that the Yucolen piece is also “comfortable and cute,” even calling it the “softest” polo they’ve owned and labeling it a “daily essential.”
One reviewer, who was surprised at how “slimming” the design was, said the style looks “just plain rich” layered under a blazer, which is a bonus given the price.
“Frankly, I know I will be wearing this often!” they continued. “Seeing myself in it makes me feel confident. For that reason, the price is great, and I’ll be buying more color variations as soon as I can.”
Red sweaters have really solidified their spot as the ‘It’ girl piece of 2026, with everyone from Gigi Hadid to Victoria Beckham wearing one. Fey proved the trend is secretly seasonless and totally appropriate for summertime — although it is worth noting she’s been rocking similar styles for decades. After rediscovering her 2001 Gap campaign, in which the star wore a very similar top, we’re doubly convinced the Amazon alternative belongs in our carts. Snag it now and keep it in rotation for seasons — and years! — to come.
Get the Yucolen Long Sleeve Polo for $17 (originally $25) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.
Looking for something else? Explore more red summer sweaters here and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!
Cindy Crawford has long been a master of effortless style, and her latest look is proof that jeans aren’t always the answer. Instead of reaching for denim, the supermodel stepped out in a pair of tan high-waisted trousers that looked equal parts relaxed and sophisticated. It’s the kind of anti-denim trend that never goes out […]
Savannah Bananas star Jackson Olson never thought he’d meet a woman like Maggie Sajak — and now the athlete believes she’s The One.
“Last year, I had kind of given up on finding a girl I wanted to be with,” Olson, 28, wrote via Instagram on Thursday, June 18. “I remember thinking to myself that if I’m gonna date someone I want them to have the same morals I have and to have a kind soul. To like me for me and not for what I post on social media. To love their family and enjoy spending time with them. To not take life so seriously and not care what other people think.”
According to Olson, “somehow” he found all of that — “and more” — in Sajak, 31.
“I’ve never met someone I thought I could spend every day with until I met her, and a major reason why is because we can be our true selves around each other,” he gushed on Thursday. “If you think you haven’t found The One yet and that it’s ‘too late,’ trust me it’s not.”
When Jackson Olson takes the field during some of his biggest games to date, he’ll have an extra special cheerleader in the stands. Just a couple of weeks after hard-launching his relationship with Maggie Sajak, daughter of famed gameshow host Pat Sajak, the Savannah Bananas baseball player was able to have his girlfriend attend one […]
Olson continued, “Sometimes life only gives you what you truly want when you’ve been patient enough. So the moral of the story? Don’t rush it, and never settle. And yeah … loving Disney was an added bonus for us both🤩.”
Olson and Maggie, the daughter of Wheel of Fortune icon Pat Sajak, revealed in April that they were dating.
“I’m a very weird person, I’m a very out there person. I’m not going to hold back who I am as a person, and people seem to enjoy that company,” Olson exclusively told Us Weekly last month, addressing his whirlwind romance. “I’m happy that I’m able to be myself truly in every aspect now. … It’s really cool because we’re obviously living very different lives right now on the opposite side of the country, but we’re able to come together and just have an awesome relationship.”
Olson further revealed that both he and Maggie were committed to making their relationship work despite long distances.
Savannah Bananas star Jackson Olson can conquer the baseball diamond — and handle meeting girlfriend Maggie Sajak’s famous father. “I have [met Pat Sajak], he’s a great guy,” Olson, 28, exclusively told Us Weekly on Friday, May 1, when asked about meeting the retired Wheel of Fortune host, 79, while promoting his new BZZR platform. […]
“It’s just about planning and making sure you’re setting aside time to see each other and make really cool experiences happen because a start of a relationship never happens again,” he told Us. “You only get one chance at a start of a relationship.”
The Dancing With the Stars season 35 competitor has even earned the approval of his girlfriend’s dad, 79.
“He’s a great guy,” Olson told Us in May, revealing that he’s met Pat in person. “Everybody’s nervous to meet the father of the person they’re dating, or mother or both.”
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If your summer wardrobe could use a one-and-done outfit, the Anrabess T-Shirt Midi Dress deserves a spot in your cart. The breezy style combines comfort and polish with a flattering silhouette, eye-catching print and thoughtful details that make it look far more expensive than its $40 price tag. The relaxed fit allows for easy movement, while the waist detail prevents the shape from feeling oversized and adds a fashion-forward twist.
Made of a lightweight T-shirt material, this dress features a sleeveless cut and comes in a wide range of colors, including white and light blue stripes, black, burgundy and leopard print (just to name a few). One of the standout features is the tie-front design, which adds visual interest while gently drawing the eye inward for a more defined silhouette. Unlike bodycon styles that cling, the front tie creates shape without sacrificing comfort. The lack of sleeves also ensures the dress is cool and easy to wear during hot weather, whether you’re headed to brunch, vacation or a casual summer gathering.
Get the Anrabess T-Shirt Midi Dress for $40 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.
We’re partial to the striped printed pattern, which gives the dress a playful, vacation-ready feel while still being versatile enough for everyday wear. It’s essentially the definition of statement-making and wearable — easy to dress up with wedges and jewelry, or keep casual with flat sandals and a tote bag.
Finding a go-to summer dress can feel like a full-time job. The piece can’t be tight, fancy or fussy, but rather comfy, flattering and expensive-looking. Well, the search is over! We found the Goldilocks of dresses, one that screams “I summer in Capri” even when you’re just running to brunch. It’s only $30! This Anrabess […]
Amazon reviewers can’t help but share their love for the midi, highlighting how flattering it looks on.
“The tie on the side helps camouflage any tummy issues, the two slits on the sides make it more airy and cool, “one reviewer raved. Another shopper agreed, noting that it “fits really nicely” and “covers stomach imperfections.”
Whether you’re packing for a getaway or simply looking for an easy summer dress you’ll reach for again and again, this T-shirt midi is the ultimate find. Grab it now and nail the chic, throw-on-and-go look all season long.
Get the Anrabess T-Shirt Midi Dress for $40 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.
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Swimwear trends are always extremely nuanced. It’s rare for silhouettes to change from year to year, but small changes — like contrasting trim, unique embellishments and loud patterns — separate each season’s top styles. This year, the hottest swimsuits are playful by design. We’re seeing plenty of patterns, including gingham and polka dots, that spark joy the moment you open your drawer.
The best part about summer 2026’s top swimsuit trends is that they’re more classic than of-the-moment, meaning each bikini and one-piece you buy will stand the test of time and be wearable for years to come. Below, you’ll find our favorite summer 2026 swimsuit trends with tons of shoppable options from Amazon, Nordstrom, Anthropologie and more. That cannonball into the pool has never looked cuter!
4 Major Swimsuit Trends to Wear for Summer 2026
Contrast Trim
1. Modern Retro: The iconic black and white one-pieces from the ‘50s got a 2026 upgrade with this flattering swimsuit that features a thin contrasting trim at the top and bottom.
2. All in the Details: Want a boho-chic swimsuit that will truly never go out of style? This triangle pick features dainty white lace trim that’ll still look incredible years down the line.
3. Feel the Rainbow: Go bright or go home! The trim on this magenta one-piece feels like a kaleidoscope, featuring bold colors such as blue, orange and yellow.
4. Take the Plunge: The deep-V silhouette makes this one-piece more daring, while the contrast bust panel also adds more support so you’ll always feel secure.
The time has come to add a new swimsuit (or two) to your summer wardrobe, but you can skip the scary dressing room altogether. Instead, Walmart’s Swim Shop is filled with flattering one-pieces, bikinis and more that are specifically appreciated by women over 40. That’s because they offer more support and just the right amount […]
Gingham Dreams
5. Extra Support: Beyond looking absolutely adorable, this gingham one-piece was expertly designed with a full cup, underwire and tummy smoothing technology to keep you comfortable whether you’re at the beach or pool.
6. Elegant and Elongating: This strapless gingham swimsuit hugs you in all the right places and makes your legs look miles long thanks to the high cut.
7. More to Love: Get two suits in one with this saucy tomato and gingham print one-piece that comes with removable straps.
8. Tankini Queen: Tankinis are making a comeback. Embrace the trend with this darling gingham suit that features a feminine ruffle neckline.
Beached Mermaids
9. She Sells Seashells: What if you were the treasure found at sea? With the golden seashell accents on this high-rise swimsuit, you certainly could be.
10. Little Mermaid: Embody Ariel with this fun bikini top shaped just like a shell. The black colorway even has pearl accents.
11. Coolest Texture: Knitted to look like fish scales, this metallic navy one-piece shimmers in the sun.
Dots Galore
12. Extra Cute: Polka dots and bows are a match made in heaven with this red and white tankini suit. The style reminds us of the ’50s and ’60s.
13. Ruffle Me Up: The expertly placed ruffles along the hips and neckline of this one-piece accentuate your curves and give the illusion of an hourglass figure.
14. Cut It Out: Just because you’re wearing a one-piece doesn’t mean you can’t show some extra skin. The front cutout on this dotted style lets you show off your chiseled abs.
15. Total Classic: You can’t go wrong with a polka dotted high-waisted bikini. The triangle top and full coverage bottoms on this one will earn you plenty of compliments.
Summer swimsuit shopping can feel surprisingly overwhelming when you’re trying to find a style that flatters rather than fights your figure. Between bottoms that dig in, fabrics that cling in the wrong places and silhouettes that offer little support, it’s easy to end up frustrated before you even make it to the beach. The good […]
Gordon Ramsay shared his excitement over his daughter Holly Ramsay’s announcement that she is expecting her first child with her husband, Olympian Adam Peaty.
“Congratulations to you both, sending lots of love Dad,” the Hell’s Kitchen host, 59, commented on his daughter’s Instagram pregnancy announcement on Saturday, June 20. “I’m going to be a very over excited Grandad especially this Christmas 🤶 😍”
Holly, 26, unveiled her bump in a sweet Instagram post on Saturday, which showed her embracing the British Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer, 31.
“Baby Ramsay-Peaty coming December 2026,” she revealed. “We can’t wait to meet our baby girl 🩷”
The couple were showered in congratulations from many of the Ramsay family’s famous friends, including Victoria Beckham and her son Romeo.
Holly’s younger sister, TV chef and host Matilda Ramsay, heartwarmingly called her sibling’s baby announcement the “best news ever.”
Gordon has been a supportive dad through Holly and Peaty’s relationship. The couple went public with their engagement in September 2024 after Peaty popped the question during a vacation in Greece.
“I am marrying my best friend. I truly cannot put into words how I am feeling right now. I still [remember] how big my smile was the morning I got home from my first date with you,” Holly announced via Instagram at the time. “Thank you for letting the little girl inside of me feel loved, seen and happier than ever. I love you & I cannot wait to be your wife.”
Brooklyn Beckham has seemingly replied to Gordon Ramsay’s comments on his ongoing family feud. Page Six confirmed on Saturday, February 14, that Beckham, 26, unfollowed Ramsay, 59, on Instagram. Ramsay, however, still follows Beckham on the social media platform. Ramsay made headlines on Friday, February 13, when he shared his opinion on the Beckham family […]
Ahead of the couple’s wedding in December 2025, Gordon shared how excited and honored he felt to be a part of their nuptials.
“I’m truly so lucky being able to walk this beautiful bride down the aisle and gaining an incredible son-in-law @adam_peaty,” the chef wrote via Instagram at the time. “I love you so much @hollyramsayy and couldn’t be a prouder dad.”
Holly and Peaty tied the knot at the historic Bath Abbey in Bath, England, on December 27, 2025. Gordon wore a classic black tuxedo as he walked Holly — who was adorned in a white ballgown with a capelet and a flowing veil — down the aisle during the ceremony.
Gordon Ramsay and Tana Ramsay have a full house of eight after recently welcoming their sixth baby. “What an amazing birthday present please welcome Jesse James Ramsay, 7lbs 10oz whopper!!” the TV chef, 57, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, November 11. “One more bundle of love to the Ramsay brigade!! 3 boys, 3 girls … […]
Gordon later joked on This Morning in the U.K. that delivering a speech at his daughter’s wedding was a “tough gig.”
“It’s tough, honestly,” he recalled. “Being the dad with three daughters, you dream of that moment, and that moment arrives, and you’re just like a hot mess. But the speech was perfect, it went well … You’ve got to be warm, emotional … It’s a tough gig.”
Gordon and his wife, Tana Ramsay, have been married for 29 years and share six children: Megan, 28, Holly, Jack, 26, Matilda, 24, Oscar, 7, and Jesse, 2.
Million Dollar Nannies introduced the world to NannyTok, so does this mean they will cross over with MomTok from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives?
“Actually, there is a video that Hulu posted about introducing all the cast and Taylor Frankie Paul — out of nowhere — commented on it,” star Taylor Hayward exclusively told Us Weekly. “She’s Team Taylor and I love her so much.”
Hayward already found herself relating to Paul, adding, “I would love nothing more than to do a crossover and nanny for her and just to meet her in general. She ended up following me so maybe something will be there for me.”
Hayward’s fiancé, Mitchell Bienvenue, also held out hope.
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives fans have watched the cast change on and off screen before the series even debuted. Season 1 of hit reality series, which follows a group of Mormon mom influencers, debuted on Hulu in September 2024 following star Taylor Frankie Paul‘s “soft swinging” sex scandal. “We’re not all swingers,” Whitney […]
“We met some of them at an event,” he recalled. “If we found ourselves in a situation down the road where there’s a potential crossover, I think it’s a great opportunity.”
Million Dollar Nannies, which is streaming now on Hulu, follows a young group of elite nannies as they head to Ibiza to launch an agency built for nannies.
“They’re promised VIP families, life-changing money, and a shot at something bigger than any of them could build alone,” read the official synopsis. “But fierce competition, personal drama, and a scandal from the past threaten to derail the dream before the summer sets.”
“I have watched a lot of reality TV before but [going into this I was concerned about] the vulnerability about being so vulnerable and alone,” Hayward shared with Us. “I just didn’t have high hopes for it. Honestly, I didn’t know what to expect out of it.”
For Bienvenue, the hope behind doing the show was showing a different side to being a nanny, adding, “When you’re in this industry and you’re working with these families, you never know what requests might come through. But at the end of the day, you have to stay true to who you are and to not overextend yourself in situations you don’t want to.”
Looking ahead, Bienvenue teased where the cast stands now.
“Things ended in a little bit of a rocky place in certain situations amongst us. There’s definitely tight friend groups within all eight of us,” he hinted. “Now, it’s been interesting to see new friendships form and we all stay relatively close. But I think there’s definitely stronger friend groups amongst the overall cast than others.”
He continued: “There’s a lot of things that are still to be spoken about and there’s a lot of things that can still find its way of clearing the air.”
Million Dollar Nannies is streaming on Hulu now.
Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo are publicly discussing the end of their nearly 10-year marriage — and they’re doing it together.
Us Weekly confirmed on June 15, 2026, that Jelly Roll quietly filed for divorce from Bunnie in Tennessee one month earlier, citing “irreconcilable differences.” Days later, the country star and the “Dumb Blonde” podcast host both broke their silence on the split, addressing everything from the Mother’s Day argument that triggered the filing to swirling rumors about new romances.
Scroll below for the most candid things Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo have said about their divorce:
Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo‘s divorce comes as a shock to many — but there were clues about their split leading up to the news. The pair got married in 2016 before Jelly Roll became a household name. Amid his rise to stardom, Bunnie supported Jelly Roll as he used his platform to candidly address […]
Jelly Roll Breaks Silence on His Divorce
During his Saratoga Springs, New York, tour stop on June 18, 2026, Jelly Roll told the crowd he wanted to set the record straight.
“I wasn’t going to talk about this tonight, but while we’re talking about liars… the internet is a liar,” Jelly Roll said at the time. “Me and my wife are best friends. We will always be best friends. We just got off the phone earlier today. Nobody cheated on nobody. She just did a whole podcast about it. You can go watch it. Every word of it is the truth.”
The singer ended his stage message by directly addressing his estranged wife, “Bunnie, I love you baby. Thank you for those 10 years. They were incredible. Thank you for the next 10 years of friendship and 20 beyond that.”
Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo Broke Up After an Argument on Mother’s Day
On her “Dumb Blonde” podcast, Bunnie explained that she and Jelly Roll had a fight before the singer filed for divorce.
“On Mother’s Day, we had a little bit of an argument, which I don’t think the details are necessary,” she alleged in June 2026. “And, in that argument, I was so fed up and so tired that I just looked at him and said, ‘Well, then file the f***ing divorce papers.’”
According to Bunnie, the couple stopped having difficult conversations over the past year and a half, which created a “recipe for disaster.”
“Was I blindsided? And was this divorce mutual? No, it was not mutual,” she said.
Bunnie Claims Jelly Roll Has Started Dating
While shutting down rumors that Jelly Roll is dating singer Jessie Murph, Bunnie confirmed that her estranged husband is back on the market.
“Daddy Roll is probably in his finest season. He looks so good. He is healthier than he’s ever been,” she said on her June 2026 podcast episode, referring to Jelly Roll’s 200-pound weight loss. “He’s even started dating, which is great. I love that.”
As for herself, Bunnie said she’s not interested in another relationship. “I’m sorry to break your heart, guys. I’m about to be a player.”
Bunnie Shuts Down Chad Kroeger Rumors
Elsewhere on her podcast, Bunnie addressed speculation that she is dating Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger after posting a throwback clip of him from a 2025 Las Vegas concert.
“I am not with Daddy Chaddy. There’s no f***ing way in hell that that would even be a thing. And no, I did not cheat on my husband and leave him for Chad, and like, none of that. Like, please,” she stated. “This is so wrong. I am not dating Chad Kroeger. I am so sorry to Chad and Nickelback for this happening. It’s embarrassing.”
Bunnie Xo Addresses Stepdaughter Bailee’s Reaction
Bunnie also spoke about Jelly Roll’s daughter, Bailee Ann, on her podcast in June 2026. (Bunnie helped raise Jelly Roll’s daughter, in addition to his son, both from previous relationships.)
“The only woman she has had consistently in her life, she feels, is being taken from her and it’s a weird transition that we’re gonna have to navigate,” Bunnie said of Bailee. “Of course she’s mad at me, because I was always the f***ing disciplining parent in the relationship because he’s f***ing fun dad all the time.”
She added, “That’s my baby. I love her. If she wants to be mad at me for f***ing two years, I’ll deal with it. But when she’s ready to come back, I will always be there for her.”
Bunnie Xo and Jelly Roll Still Plan to Have a Baby Together
Despite the divorce, Bunnie revealed she and Jelly Roll are continuing their IVF journey.
“You guys are going to be shocked to hear this but we’re still having a baby,” Bunnie said on her podcast in June 2026. “We’re still having a baby together, we’re going to coparent together. J has been so great about us still having a baby together and he wants the same thing. We’re just going to raise little Nugget as one big happy family.”
Jelly Roll’s ‘Divorce Vlog’ Plot Twist
On June 19, 2026, Jelly Roll posted a YouTube video titled “The Divorce Vlog,” in which he called Bunnie to plug her podcast episode.
“Yeah, y’all thought we were going to hate each other didn’t you?” Jelly Roll joked. “Plot twist, bitches!”
This story was compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists.
Jennifer Aniston is mourning the death of legendary TV director James Burrows.
“Oh boy … 💔Papa Burrows. The hardest thing about writing this is that you spent a lifetime making people feel loved, and now it feels impossible to put all of that love into a few paragraphs,” Aniston, 57, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, June 20. “He called us his ‘kids’ — ‘Where are the kids?’ ‘Let’s see if the kids can make the joke work.’ No pressure. ❤️”
Burrows died on Friday, June 19, after a brief undisclosed illness at age 85. James is survived by his wife, Debbie Easton Burrows, and their four kids.
“His own incredible children were generous enough to share him with all of us who were lucky enough to experience his unicorn presence,” Aniston added on Saturday. “He was a father figure to me. He always checked in on me. He worried about me, celebrated me, taught me, guided me and held me through the hardest times and the best of times. He spoiled us rotten.”
Hollywood is in mourning after TV legend James Burrows died at the age of 85. According to Deadline, the celebrated director passed away in his sleep on Friday, June 19, after a brief illness. “Jimmy was the greatest comedic television director in the history of the medium,” Burrows’ longtime agent Rick Rosen said in a […]
She continued, “Most of all, he taught us — the kids — how important it is to love and respect one another. To take care of each other. To have each other’s backs and support each other, no matter what. And we did just that.”
Burrows, who co-created Cheers, also directed numerous Friends episodes during the late-90s, early-aughts TV series’ heyday. Aniston, for her part, notably starred on the sitcom as Rachel Green, opposite Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer and Matthew Perry. (Perry died in 2023 of an accidental ketamine overdose. He was 54.)
“On that show, [the test audience ratings] was through the roof,” Burrows said on the “Conan Needs a Friend” podcast in 2022, hinting Friends would end up a massive hit. “They loved those characters.”
He added, “I [directed] the first, I think, three or four [episodes] and there’s a story about me taking the cast to Vegas because I knew there was something special about this show. You know that happened on Will & Grace, that happened on Cheers. You can sense, in doing the shows, whether the audience reacts to it and I knew then and there how good that show was.”
Three decades after she waltzed into viewers’ lives as Rachel Green, discussing the legacy of Friends still hits Jennifer Aniston like a ton of bricks. During a Variety Actors on Actors conversation between Aniston, 55, and Abbott Elementary creator and star Quinta Brunson, a producer offscreen suggested Brunson, 34, ask Aniston about what it’s like […]
As for Aniston, she will always hold her memories of Burrows dear.
“I miss your voice. I miss your laugh. I miss your brilliance,” she concluded in her social media tribute. “Wherever you are, I hope someone is asking, ‘Where are the kids?’ ❤️.”
Blake Horstmann and Giannina Gibelli both Looked for love on reality TV before sparking their romance off camera.
Bachelor Nation met Horstmann when he competed for Becca Kufrin’s affections on season 14 of The Bachelorette. After finishing as the runner-up on the 2018 season, Horstmann came under fire during season 6 of Bachelor in Paradise after his pre-show hookups with Caelynn Miller-Keyes and Kristina Schulman were revealed on the beach. While the 2019 season was airing, Horstmann took to Instagram to share his text messages with Miller-Keyes.
Gibelli, for her part, appeared on season 1 of Love Is Blind, and got engaged to costar Damian Powers. While the pair split on their wedding day, they reconnected after the cameras stopped rolling. The duo called it quits for good in 2021 after he was accused of cheating on Gibelli with Too Hot to Handle’s Francesca Farago, which he denied.
Gibelli found love again by the end of the year, however, when she met Horstmann while filming season 1 of All Star Shore. In June 2026, the pair officially said “I do” while flanked by alums from their respective reality TV dating series.
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Blake Horstmann and Giannina Gibelli have officially found their happily ever after beyond and away from the reality TV cameras.
The Bachelorette alum, 37, and the Love Is Blind alum, 33, tied the knot during an intimate wedding in Croatia on Saturday, June 20, surrounded by alums from both reality franchises, including Jason Tartick, Astrid Loch, Alexa Lemieux, Colleen Reed and Raven Ross.
Horstmann and Gibelli began dating in December 2021 after costarring on season 1 of the Paramount+ series All Star Shore. Us Weekly confirmed in January 2022 that the couple were officially an item, though they initially had to keep their romance under wraps since the reality show hadn’t premiered yet.
“We had to first keep basically six months of our relationship private, so that was fun in a sense because we didn’t have the public pressure, we didn’t have all the eyes on us, we could just kind of be ourselves,” Horstmann exclusively told Us in October 2022. “But it was hard too because it’s never fun to hide the person you love.”
Blake Horstmann and Giannina Gibelli both Looked for love on reality TV before sparking their romance off camera. Bachelor Nation met Horstmann when he competed for Becca Kufrin’s affections on season 14 of The Bachelorette. After finishing as the runner-up on the 2018 season, Horstmann came under fire during season 6 of Bachelor in Paradise […]
Horstmann also revealed one of the keys to his and Gibelli’s relationship was their ability to communicate.
“We both handle conflict incredibly well,” he explained. “I’ve never had a relationship where, you know, if you’re in a fight … or conflict, instead of holding grudges or doing whatever, we talk it out. Or even if it’s, we’re not able to talk [it] out now, we go to separate rooms, we cool down and we come back and we talk it out. It’s kind of the first time too where we don’t have the same fight over and over because we’re able to talk it out and we get over it and we come to a conclusion, if you will.”
After nearly two years together, Horstmann and Gibelli announced in November 2023 that they were expecting their first baby. The duo welcomed their son, Heath, in March 2024.
Reality TV brings people together with many personalities finding love (or at least a hookup) with other reality TV stars. Bravolebrities, for example, are no strangers to crossover hookups. In August 2019, Southern Charmers Craig Conover, Shep Rose and Austen Kroll visited the cast of Summer House at their Hamptons home. During their visit, which […]
Later that year, Gibelli hinted at the couple’s plans to eventually expand their family.
“I want the whole basketball team. I really do,” she exclusively told Us in August 2024. “I literally popped him out and I was like, ‘Let’s do it again!’”
Horstmann ultimately proposed to Gibelli during an October 2024 trip to Madrid, Spain.
“Our love story has been everything I’ve always dreamt it would be and more,” she told People the following month. “As soon as I met Blake, I knew he was my soulmate and I know the universe was always leading me to him. Being together forever and creating our family is literally the joy of my life.”
Some Bachelor and Bachelorette stars had more luck in the love department outside the reality dating series, finding their forever without the prying eyes of cameras. Ali Fedotowsky and Peter Kraus are among the alums who found The One after appearing on the show. “I went on the show for a good time. I didn’t […]
Horstmann, for his part, gushed: “We are over the moon and we can’t wait to be married in front of our loved ones.”
Gibelli and Horstmann confirmed in July 2025 that they were planning a destination wedding for the summer of 2026.
“I’m a very small and intimate kind of gal. Also, it’s far away,” she exclusively told Us at the time. “So you know who your people are. Whoever’s going to show up, I know you’re my people!”
Horstmann chimed in, “I think we’re going to invite a decent amount, but I think it’s going to end up being kind of an intimate, intimate [thing], it’s going to be fun.”
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