Love Island USA‘s Caleb McDaniel is just as confused by the villa’s code words for sex as the audience is.

During the Tuesday, June 30, episode of the Peacock show, Caleb asked what “French fry” means and Trinity Tatum replied that it was “Deejaying.” No more information was provided for Caleb after multiple Islanders were caught hooking up on the night cameras.

Earlier this month, Trinity said she heard someone performing “French fries,” which sounded “too wet” to just be a kiss. In a confessional, Kenzie Annis confirmed she shared a heated exchange with Corbin Mims.

“I was definitely getting some French fries. Feeling good,” she gushed. “We were probably doing a bit much, honestly, but I feel a strong connection with Corbin. We probably got a little bit carried away.”

Based on the footage, French fries hinted at manual sex acts such as a hand job. Viewers, meanwhile, pointed out that it likely meant an appetizer ahead of a full meal.

Love Island USA originally premiered in the U.K. in 2002 before it expanded worldwide with various spinoffs, including Love Island USA on Peacock. The series follows a different group of singles every season who have to pair off in order to stay in the show’s luxury villa.

The contestants — referred to as Islanders — live in isolation in a villa and are under constant video surveillance. They must be coupled up to remain on the show and stand a chance at receiving the $100,000 prize.

While finding a connection that you want to explore more intimately isn’t out of the question, season 7 of Love Island USA seemed to set some sort of record with the number of times Islanders were caught hooking up — until season 8.

From Hannah Fields and Pepe Garcia to Huda Mustafa and Jeremiah Brown, the reality stars found ways around having to address their sexual encounters for all of America to hear.

“We had a code name for intimacy,” Hannah exclusively told Us Weekly in June 2025. “We would say, ‘How was your journey? What was this journey like?’ Huda [started it when she] said something like, ‘Oh, I had a journey. My journey went all the way.’”

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Season 8 escalated the sex that took place in the villa with multiple couples going all the way while sharing a bedroom in the villa. The potential has only escalated with Casa Amor being introduced halfway into Sunday’s episode.

New episodes of Love Island USA are released six days a week — except for Wednesdays — on Peacock.

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Conor McGregor appeared on Jimmy Fallon‘s NBC late-night talk show in June 2026. However, due to the fighter’s past sexual assault case, the host received a ton of backlash both for including him on the show and for not addressing the controversy during their conversation. Now, comedian Kathy Griffin is weighing in, revealing she’s been banned from the show for quite some time.

Griffin released a new episode of her YouTube series “Talk Your Head Off” at the tail end of June 2026. In it, she addressed the Fallon/McGregor situation by saying, “Now I have not done the Jimmy Fallon show since it was on at 12:30 Eastern and Pacific.”

She went on to speculate, “So I guess I’m banned from the Fallon show or inappropriate or too controversial.” From there, she stated that when a celebrity is banned from a talk show, they’re typically not informed but are simply never invited to appear.

Regarding McGregor, the 65-year-old said, “I do think it was a bad move to have convicted rapist Conor McGregor on.”

Griffin continued her commentary of Conor McGregor’s interview on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” by discussing how his continued inclusion in popular culture impacts women. According to her, “I think the Fallon folks made a mistake by having Conor McGregor on.”

She continued, “I think it sends yet another message to women and marginalized folks everywhere that we’re not equal and you can do anything to us and the perpetrators are still gonna be out there being glorified.” After that, Griffin stated that it reminded her of when Fallon interviewed Donald Trump on his show and “petted his hair.”

The comedian also likened the situation to Trump’s hosting “Saturday Night Live” during his first presidential run. She added, “I think it’s time we kind of make up our minds about who we’re gonna cancel and who we’re not.”

Griffin concluded, “As the kids say: do better.”

Fans Are Still Slamming Jimmy Fallon Over The Interview

Fallon, like most late-night talk show hosts, is no stranger to controversy. However, for many, his decision to feature Conor McGregor on his show was a bridge too far. Now, following Griffin revealing she’s more than likely banned from the show, many are calling out the host’s morals.

One person wrote, “Conor McGregor is a welcome guest, but Kathy Griffin is not? Jesus, Jimmy Fallon, do better.” Someone else said about Griffin, “You have always been on the right side; it’s just taken everyone else a little longer to catch up.”

A different person stated, “Jimmy’s show should be canceled. An apology is not enough.” Another social media user also referenced Trump’s appearance on Fallon’s show, saying, “He had Trump on his show, laughing and smiling and having a good time. Did you all miss that?”

Someone else chimed in, writing, “Jimmy is not as cool as we used to think he was. Not a fan. Used to be.” Lastly, another person said, “He needs to give an explanation of why he thought McGregor was a good guest for the show? It’s embarrassing.”

The Conor McGregor Sexual Assault Case Stemmed From A 2018 Incident

According to Complex, McGregor was accused of sexual assault by Nikita Hand, stemming from an incident from 2018. In 2024, an Irish court found him liable, and she was awarded damages. He later released a statement on X.

He said, “People want to hear from me, I needed time. I know I made mistakes. Six years ago, I should have never responded to her outreaches. I should have shut the party down. I should never have stepped out on the woman I love the most in the world. That’s all on me.”

McGregor added, “As much as I regret it, everything that happened that night was consensual.” The fighter then tried to appeal the decision, but the motion was later denied.

Kathy Griffin Isn’t The Only Celebrity To Call Out Fallon For The McGregor Interview

According to The Daily Beast, actress Christina Ricci also made her feelings known about Fallon hosting McGregor on his show. She did so by sharing a viral post on social media. It began, “Conor McGregor r-ped a woman so brutally that the EMT who saw her commented on the severity of her bruising.”

The post continued, “She also had to have the tampon she was using when he r-ped her surgically removed, as it had been shoved so far inside her. Why the ABSOLUTE F— is this piece of human garbage being given a platform on Jimmy Fallon’s show? Shame on you, Jimmy.”

The caption read, “We need to stop pretending like r-pe is OK. Men. What the f— are we doing here?”

We’ve seen celebs wear cutoff, patch-pocket and even purple jeans, but Mariska Hargitay‘s embroidered pair are a new level of chic. The pants style simply screams ‘Hamptons boutique,’ and we found a similar summer look hiding on Amazon — for only $35.

Spotted walking through New York City with a coffee mug in hand, Hargitay traded her usual sleek tailoring for something far more playful: a soft T-shirt, a Knicks baseball cap and khaki wide-leg pants covered in floral embroidery. The combo was cute yet elevated, and her fun pants choice definitely added whimsy to tried-and-true basics.

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Fab Factory Studios has taken a strategic stake in Milkyway Brands, the Los Angeles-based merchandise and fulfillment company, and moved the operation into dedicated warehouse space on its North Hollywood campus. The investment signals a broader shift in entertainment economics: creators now view merchandise as a real business line, not an afterthought.

Fab Factory has spent the past decade building one of Los Angeles’ largest privately held production ecosystems. The company operates more than 120,000 square feet of production, post-production and event infrastructure across North Hollywood and East Hollywood. Its client roster spans SZA, will.i.am, The Chainsmokers, Post Malone and Hit-Boy in music, plus film and television projects including Joker, Venom and The Rings of Power.

The Milkyway investment extends that infrastructure into a new revenue stream. By housing Milkyway’s design, manufacturing and fulfillment operations under the same roof as Fab Factory’s studios and post-production bays, the companies have created what amounts to a vertical merchandise pipeline. An artist recording in Fab Factory’s studio can move directly into Milkyway’s production space to manufacture apparel bearing their brand.

The Merch Gap

Milkyway Brands was founded by Franco Infante, who scaled the company from a phone-case startup into a full-service merchandise operation serving artists, creators, sports properties and brands. His client roster has included Jhené Aiko, A$AP Rocky, Kevin Hart, Anderson. Paak, the LA Clippers and Jordan Brand.

The company identified a clear market gap. Most artists outsource merchandise to third-party vendors scattered across multiple supply chains, creating delays, quality inconsistencies and higher fulfillment costs. Milkyway controls the entire process in-house: apparel design, manufacturing, decoration and drop-ship fulfillment.

In 2025, Infante launched Prjct Blanks, a proprietary line of premium blanks manufactured and finished on Milkyway’s own equipment. The company is also building Prjct Merch, a Shopify-connected platform that allows customers to upload artwork, receive instant pricing and route jobs directly into production.

Capital and Speed as Competitive Advantages

The Fab Factory investment brings both capital and creative adjacency to the Milkyway operation. Tai Savet, who led the business acquisition, joined as an investor alongside Ketrina “Taz” Askew, longtime manager of Grammy-nominated artist Jhené Aiko, and Chris Cyre, a music and merchandise veteran.

For Fab Factory chairman Steven Fabos, the strategy builds on a proven playbook. Before founding Fab Factory, Fabos started Steven Charles, a gourmet dessert company that became the private-label supplier behind Starbucks’ cake pops and was later acquired by Bain Capital-backed DessertHoldings. He has consistently pursued vertical ownership across his business ventures.

“Quality becomes defensible when you own the infrastructure,” Fabos said. “Milkyway has the same DNA: own the product, own the process and build something that can scale without losing its standard.”

The Creator Economy Gets Serious

The deal reflects a maturation in how artists view merchandise revenue. Creators are no longer treating product as a peripheral brand extension. Apparel, blanks and limited-edition merchandise are now core business lines with real margin potential.

Infante said creators increasingly demand that merchandise quality match the quality of their content. An artist with a global fanbase cannot afford to sell low-quality apparel bearing their name; it damages the brand. By controlling manufacturing, Milkyway ensures every product meets the production standard the brand requires.

Savet, who led the acquisition, framed the partnership in those terms. “Fab Factory sits at the source of culture. Milkyway gives that culture a product engine. When those two businesses operate under one roof, every recording session, campaign, fan moment and brand activation has a direct path to commerce,” he said.

The Economics of Ownership

From a business standpoint, the investment addresses a structural problem in creator monetization. Artists have historically ceded merchandise revenue to third-party operators in exchange for outsourcing operational complexity. By moving that function in-house, Fab Factory and Milkyway are capturing margin at multiple points: manufacturing, decoration, fulfillment, and potentially platform licensing through Prjct Merch.

The campus consolidation also improves operational efficiency. A brand can now shoot content, produce video, design merchandise and manufacture apparel without coordinating across multiple vendors and supply chains. That speed translates to faster time-to-market for limited-edition drops and faster inventory turns.

For Fab Factory, the investment extends its role beyond studio operator into a comprehensive entertainment infrastructure platform. The company now owns the full creator pipeline: content creation, post-production and commerce fulfillment. That ownership structure increases customer switching costs and makes Fab Factory a more valuable strategic asset for entertainment companies and management firms seeking integrated production services.

Terms of the investment were not disclosed.

The gangster genre has been an enduring genre for nearly a century, evolving to reflect the times, from the Prohibition era to the modern age. Some of these movies have been staples in cinema, not only the best of the genre. They have a common theme: they reveal the human drama behind the violence, whether it’s set in Las Vegas or Hong Kong. This universality has made them favorites for cinephiles and casual audiences alike.

The gangster movies on this list have little to no flaws, featuring unforgettable performances, masterful direction, and stories that remain just as compelling decades after their release. You’ll find the usual suspects on this list, like Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci (The Irishman is not included, though), but also there are movies that you may have missed or underappreciated before. These are the gangster movies that are perfect in all senses of the word.

‘Donnie Brasco’ (1997)

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Based on a true story, Donnie Brasco follows FBI agent Joseph Pistone (Johnny Depp) as he infiltrates the New York mafia under the alias Donnie Brasco. His mission is to gain the trust of aging mobster Lefty Ruggiero (Al Pacino) and gather intelligence on the operation from the inside. While he tries to stay committed, Donnie develops a genuine friendship with Lefty and struggles to maintain his double identity.

Unlike many gangster films that focus on powerful crime bosses, Donnie Brasco explores organized crime from the perspective of smaller people in the organization. Its greatest strength lies in the relationship between Donnie and Lefty, which becomes increasingly tragic as the story progresses. Both men are ultimately victims of circumstances they cannot fully control. Depp and Pacino gave nuanced and emotional performances, making Donnie Brasco one of the most rewatchable gangster movies in recent memory.

‘Eastern Promises’ (2007)

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Eastern Promises begins when a midwife named Anna (Naomi Watts) investigates the identity of the woman she helped give birth to. The clues lead her into the Russian mafia and its trusted driver, Nikolai Luzhin (Viggo Mortensen). As Anna digs deeper, she finds a darker conspiracy that leads the mafia boss to threaten her to stop.

Directed by David Cronenberg, Eastern Promises is one of the best modern gangster films because of its detailed character work and moral complexity. Cronenberg avoids many of the genre’s familiar clichés, and follows the story through the eye of an outsider, making it more immersive. Mortensen’s Nikolai is one of the most fascinating characters in the genre for his layered and enigmatic character. With its unforgettable sequences, particularly the bathhouse fight sequence, Eastern Promises is one of those films that’s just perfect in all aspects.

‘Miller’s Crossing’ (1990)

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Set during the Prohibition era, Miller’s Crossing follows Tom Reagan (Gabriel Byrne), the trusted adviser to Irish mob boss Leo O’Bannon (Albert Finney). When tensions escalate between O’Bannon and rival Italian gangster, Tom finds himself caught in the middle. Complicating matters further is Verna (Marcia Gay Harden), a woman romantically involved with both Leo and Tom, whose connections to the conflict make everything more dangerous.

Miller’s Crossing is one of the most underrated gangster films. Directed by the Coen Brothers with stunning cinematography by Barry Sonnenfeld, the film is an intricate and dense chess match. While other gangster films focus on the action and violence, Miller’s Crossing focuses on grounded conflict about loyalty and trust. The Byrne/Finney duo deliver astonishing performances, while being supported by a quirky and memorable set of characters filled with the Coens’ friends. The film was a box office failure, which hampered its impact. Nevertheless, that doesn’t stop some critics and audiences from raving and even comparing it to The Godfather trilogy.

‘Infernal Affairs’ (2002)

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Infernal Affairs centers on two men: Chan Wing-yan (Tony Leung) is an undercover police officer who has spent years infiltrating a powerful triad organization, while Lau Kin-ming (Andy Lau) is a gang member secretly working within the police force as a mole for the criminal underworld. As both of their bosses realize they have a mole in their respective organizations, the two men desperately try to uncover the other’s identity before their cover is blown.

Infernal Affairs is one of the best imports from the vast library of Hong Kong gangster cinema. The premise might sound common, but the execution is simply extraordinary. Rather than focusing primarily on crime itself, the film examines the emotional toll of living a double life for years. Both protagonists are trapped between their identities, while also showing what could have been if they were on the other side. The relentless pacing and expertly crafted suspense make it a must-see. It famously inspired Martin Scorsese‘s The Departed, yet many still regard the original as the sharper and more emotionally resonant film.

‘The Untouchables’ (1987)

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The Untouchables follows Treasury agent Eliot Ness (Kevin Costner) as he attempts to bring down notorious crime boss Al Capone (Robert De Niro). Frustrated by widespread corruption within law enforcement, Ness assembles a small team of trustworthy officers, which includes Irish-American vet James Malone (Sean Connery) and ace trainee George Stone (Andy Garcia), to challenge Capone’s criminal empire.

Blending historical drama with the thrills of a classic Hollywood thriller, The Untouchables was a critical hit upon its release. Brian De Palma directs the film with suspenseful and memorable sequences, particularly the famous train station shootout. The film also benefits from larger-than-life performances from the all-star ensemble cast that elevate the story while remaining emotionally engaging. As a result, Connery was awarded a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his performance. Rounded out by a beautiful score by Ennio Morricone and great production design, The Untouchables is one of the best gangster films of its decade.

‘Casino’ (1995)

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Casino follows the rise and fall of Ace Rothstein (Robert De Niro), a gambling expert chosen by the mob to oversee a major casino operation in Las Vegas. Ace becomes one of the most influential figures on the Strip, while his volatile friend Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci) enforces the mob’s interests through violence. At the same time, Ace’s troubled marriage to Ginger (Sharon Stone) spirals out of control, creating personal problems that affect the evolving empire.

The list is entering the Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro territory now. The famed director is no stranger to gangster films, and with Casino, he dives into organized crime at its most glamorous and highest levels. Clocking in at over three hours, the film is remarkable for its attention to detail, offering a comprehensive look at how mob-controlled casinos operated at their peak. With its lavish visuals and energetic storytelling, it also plays out as a cautionary tale about power and self-destruction. Released so close to Goodfellas, the film did not enjoy the same love from critics and awards, but Casino surely has to be watched on its own merits because there are definitely plenty of them.

‘Road to Perdition’ (2002)

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Road to Perdition follows Michael Sullivan (Tom Hanks), an Irish mob enforcer whose idyllic life is threatened after his son (Tyler Hoechlin) witnesses a murder. Eager to tie up loose ends, the son of the mob family (Daniel Craig) targets Sullivan and his loved ones, which then forces Sullivan and his son to flee across the Midwest while being hunted by a contract killer (Jude Law).

Based on a graphic novel series from DC Comics, Road to Perdition is a stylish and solid gangster drama, anchored by a powerful father-son relationship. Sam Mendes approaches the story through its characters first, while also delivering the usual gangster-film thrills. The film features stunning, Oscar-winning cinematography that turns even moments of brutality into visual poetry, while its performances from heavyweight actors like Paul Newman, Tom Hanks, and Jude Law provide emotional weight and entertainment. Road to Perdition is a deeply moving crime epic that combines the grandeur of classic gangster cinema with a focus on family and legacy.

‘Goodfellas’ (1990)

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Inspired by real events, Goodfellas follows Henry Hill (Ray Liotta), a young man who has dreamed of becoming a gangster ever since he was a kid. Henry gradually earns the trust of mobsters Jimmy Conway (Robert De Niro) and Tommy DeVito (Joe Pesci). Enjoying the wealth and influence that comes with the job, Henry becomes consumed by the lifestyle until the consequences catch up with him.

Goodfellas is considered the best gangster saga and the best Martin Scorsese film. From its opening narration, it is iconic. The famous tracking shots, colorful, memorable characters, and soundtrack all come together to create this masterpiece. Scorsese’s direction makes the audience feel the allure of the criminal world before exposing its ugliness. Goodfellas strips away romantic notions about gangsters by revealing the pettiness and greed beneath the glamour. This exhilarating crime story won Scorsese his Silver Lion for Best Director when it premiered at the Venice Film Festival, and went on to be nominated for six Oscars, winning one for Pesci.

‘Once Upon a Time in America’ (1984)

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Spanning several decades, Once Upon a Time in America follows David “Noodles” Aaronson (Robert De Niro) and his friend Max Bercovicz (James Woods) as they rise from street criminals in New York’s Lower East Side to powerful gangsters during the Prohibition era. As the gang grows richer and more influential, their relationships become strained by greed and jealousy.

Sergio Leone‘s final film is often overlooked in the gangster genre because of its epic scale. The colossal runtime resulted in the American distributors cutting the film down from nearly four hours to just two hours and twenty minutes. As a result, many cinephiles and fans seek the European cut, which is more sweeping and immersive. Tackling three different timelines, the film is ambitious and sprawling, providing the allure of the gangster world and regrets. Its dreamlike storytelling, sweeping cinematography, and haunting score by Ennio Morricone create an atmosphere unlike anything else in the genre. It is a great swan song for an influential director like Leone.

‘The Godfather’ (1972)

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The Godfather follows the powerful Corleone crime family headed by the aging patriarch Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando) as he refuses to enter the narcotics trade, a decision that sparks a violent conflict with rival families. When Vito is nearly assassinated, his reluctant son Michael (Al Pacino), who initially wants nothing to do with the family business, is drawn into the criminal world and assumes his position as a leader.

What makes The Godfather arguably the greatest gangster film ever made is how it transcends the genre. Francis Ford Coppola crafts a story that functions as both a mafia saga and a Shakespearean family tragedy. The film itself showcases filmmaking at its best, where the lighting, blocking, music and performances all come together as a unit. Every character feels fully realized, from Vito’s quiet authority to Michael’s chilling descent into moral darkness. The film was nominated for eight Oscars and won three, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Brando. It is followed by two equally exemplary sequels that expand the Corleone family story in the underworld.