The last few years have been a roller-coaster for Stephen King fans, who have been treated to both beloved and underwhelming adaptations. One of the first retellings of King’s novels that immediately comes to mind is The Running Man, which also served as a remake of the popular 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger action film of the same name. Despite the combined star power of Glen Powell, Josh Brolin, and Colman Domingo, The Running Man bombed at the box office before going on to dominate Paramount Plus. However, 2025 did bring on a beloved King adaptation with IT: Welcome to Derry, the HBO Max prequel series that earned solid scores of 80% from critics and 82% from audiences on the aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes. The first season was so well-received that HBO had no choice but to greenlight another season.

Fans who weren’t happy with the latest Stephen King adaptation usually don’t have to wait long for the next one, and the acclaimed author has officially set a new horror series coming to streaming before the end of this year. Mike Flanagan is adapting King’s Carrie, and while it has not yet received an official release date, it has been confirmed that the show will arrive before the end of this year, with several cast members hinting at October. It will be the first Stephen King original series to stream on Prime Video since Haven, the five-season horror show loosely based on King’s novel, The Colorado Kid. Flanagan has experienced adapting King’s novels, too — just last year he teamed up with Tom Hiddleston for The Life of Chuck, and back in 2019 he guided Rebecca Ferguson to one of her more underrated performances in Doctor Sleep, which is a Shining sequel.

Who Stars in ‘Carrie’?

The two biggest, eye-popping names that stand out on the Carrie call sheet are Matthew Lillard and Amber Midthunder. Lillard is a horror icon best known for his work in the Scream franchise, and Midthunder broke out a few years ago with her blockbuster performance in Prey. Heather Graham and Katee Sackhoff will also have key roles in Carrie. An official synopsis for the Carrie novel, which was published in 1974, reads as follows:

“Carrie White is a shy, bullied teenager tormented by classmates and controlled by her fanatically religious mother. When a cruel prank at her senior prom pushes her past the breaking point, Carrie unleashes a terrifying telekinetic power she can no longer control. What begins as an act of humiliation ignites a night of catastrophic, unstoppable revenge.”

Stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of Carrie, which is coming to Prime Video before the close of 2026.

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Whew! Tyler Perry is showing up for 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells’ family as they search for answers following his tragic death. The mogul quietly rallied behind the Wells family in a meaningful way, according to reports. And, the support comes as questions continue to surround the Mississippi teen’s disappearance and death following a Fourth of July boating trip to Horn Island. His mother also shares their final moments together before his tragic passing.

RELATED: Mom Of Teen Who Was On Horn Island With Nolan Xavier Wells Speaks As Ben Crump Alleges 18-Year-Old Was Involved In “Argument”

Tyler Perry Covers Nolan Xavier Wells’ Funeral Costs

According to Ben Crump, Tyler Perry covered the full cost of Wells’ funeral, offering financial support as the family navigates an unimaginable loss. During a Friday press conference, Crump publicly thanked Perry for stepping in, saying the filmmaker made sure the family didn’t have to carry the burden of funeral expenses while they continue seeking answers. Perry has not publicly commented on the situation, but the gesture has drawn attention as the Wells family pushes for transparency in the investigation surrounding the 18-year-old’s death.

Nolan Xavier Wells’ Family Pushes For Answers After Tragedy

Crump also shared that the family requested an independent autopsy because they do not have confidence in the official investigation being conducted by Mississippi authorities. While Colin Kaepernick helped pay for the independent autopsy, Crump emphasized Perry’s role in helping the family through one of the most difficult moments by covering the funeral costs. Xavier Nolan Wells disappeared during a Fourth of July boating trip to Horn Island after traveling there with a group of friends from a private dock in Ocean Springs.

Mom Shares Last Words From Nolan Wells

As Xavier Nolan Wells’ family continues searching for answers, his mother, Christine Wonsley, is holding onto the final moments they shared. Speaking during Friday’s press conference, Wonsley revealed that before leaving to spend the night with one of the friends who later joined him on the Fourth of July boating trip, Nolan made her dinner and told her, “Hey mom, I’m about to go, love you,” before giving her a hug and kiss. Authorities recovered the 18-year-old’s body from the waters near Horn Island just days later. His family continues to mourn while seeking answers about the circumstances surrounding his death.

RELATED: Family Of Nolan Xavier Wells Retains Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump As Investigation Into His Death Continues (UPDATE)

Mikayla Matthews isn’t backing down from Taylor Frankie Paul ahead of season 5 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.” In a new social media post, Matthews, 26, replied to Paul’s earlier post, in which she seemed to hint that she was the sole reason her co-stars had been rewarded with additional opportunities, such as “Dancing with the Stars” and Broadway shows. Matthews claimed that Paul’s need to remind people she’s the star of the popular Hulu series stems more from her insecurities than anything else.

Matthews rushed to Instagram on Thursday, July 9, to share her thoughts on Paul’s recent post, which seemed to call out her co-stars.

“It’s honestly crazy that we’re even arguing about who created what or who’s more relevant. This show was pitched to us, by the way (me, Mayci, Whitney, and Taylor, about stay-at-home moms providing for their families and, of course, ‘MomTok,’ which we all know was started by Miranda, Camille, AND Taylor,” Matthews wrote.

According to the mother of four, “SLOMW” was pitched to them because of Paul’s swinging scandal, and she said that they’ve all been offered amazing opportunities as a result. However, she said that each cast member has worked hard to secure their own since the show’s start.

Matthews Hints That Taylor Frankie Paul May Be Obsessed With Being In Control More Than Anything Else

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Over the last several months, Paul has been in explosive back-and-forth feuds with her co-stars. It all began when Hulu shut down production on season 5 of “SLOMW” due to Paul’s domestic violence cases with her ex, Dakota Mortensen.

During those fights, Paul has also shared her feelings about her castmates, implying that they were jealous of her success. She’s also claimed to air out their dirty laundry—something Matthews doesn’t appreciate.

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“Constantly reposting things and repeatedly pushing the narrative of, ‘I’m the reason you have this, you only got it cause I turned it down, I’m a star and you’re not as interesting. Don’t forget it,’ seems like weaponizing and manipulating your following to keep yourself in that power position to intimidate the people around you over and over,” she wrote.

Matthews’ post was a direct response to Paul’s recent post calling out her co-stars. On Wednesday, July 8, Whitney Leavitt shared a video of the current “SLOMW” cast members, Miranda Hope, Jessi Draper, Jen Affleck, Mayci Neely, Layla Taylor, and Matthews, celebrating the end of filming season 5.

“We’re surviving,” the video said, which many believe to be a play on the show’s tagline, “Will MomTok survive this?”

Paul clapped back, “Looks like thriving to me, I’ll show you surviving.” She then shared an Instagram reel of herself dancing to Chris Brown’s “Look At Me Now” and included screenshots of messages she’s received about taking part in major opportunities, such as “DWTS” and writing a book.

Matthews And Paul Clashed Earlier This Year

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Matthew’s latest post comes months after the pair clashed over social media comments earlier this year. According to a previous report from The Blast, Paul took issue with Matthews saying she wanted to be “as removed as possible” from her and Mortensen during the height of their legal woes.

“I STILL have ‘friends’ kicking me while I’m already down and calling it ‘setting a boundary’ and then BLAMES ME for being upset and responding. That’s called shaming and attack while I had a moment to breathe and she knew that,” Paul replied. “What a snake friend just did to me in the public eye after everything she just witnessed…the lack of empathy and silence was loud enough.”

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In June 2026, Matthews spoke with reporters about where she stood with Paul, revealing they were in a “good” place. While Matthews revealed there was still more she wanted to say, she said she felt she shared the most important messages at the time.

“This is what I need to do to protect myself and my relationships and my mental health,” she said.

Paul Will Be Featured In Season 5 Of ‘SLOMW,’ But Not How People May Expect

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Season 5 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” will return to Hulu later this year; however, a source told PEOPLE that it’s likely Paul won’t be featured as much as the other women. During the height of her legal woes, a majority of the cast refused to film with her, causing a major production roadblock.

Paul will reportedly appear in the first half of the season’s episodes, but she will not film confessionals for the upcoming season. She will also be included in the season’s opener, but it’s very likely that she’ll shoot her segment separately from the other women.

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Raven-Symoné has the internet on fire after confirming ‘The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen.’ The actress teased fans that she was working on ‘Cheetah Girls 4’ with an Instagram video as she confirmed the news.

Symoné will return as Galleria, and the film is set to begin production later in July, according to Variety.

RELATED: She Said, Who? Raven-Symoné Reveals Her Disney Mount Rushmore And Fans Are Debating (VIDEO)

Raven-Symoné Confirms ‘Cheetah Girls 4’

Simone confirmed ‘Cheetah Girls 4’ with an Instagram video, and she was walking to the song from the franchise’s second movie, ‘Strut.’

The post was captioned, “🐆 It’s happening, and it’s CHEETAHLISHIOUS!”

In addition to the caption, text over the video read, “POV: strutting to the set of The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen.”

Adrienne Bailon will also return for ‘The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen’ as Chanel. Sabrina Bryan, Lynn Whitfield, and Lori Alter will also return. Kiely Williams is not currently set to appear in the film.

The film will feature Galleria and Chanel as they travel to Africa with Galleria’s daughter and three of her friends. The group volunteers at a wildlife sanctuary, and the teenagers reportedly “discover the true Cheetah spirit” along the way.

Fans Express Excitement As ‘Cheetah Girls 4’ Is Green-Lit

Roomies reacted on the TSR Teens‘ Instagram page to the news.

User @giftedhands_krystal  replied, “I can’t wait to go to the movies in my cheetah girls outfits BOBO.”

@thialynnn added, “okay ill rewatch them Imaoooo.”

User @thereinaaa wrote, “@brittney.sheree ITS HAPPENING SISTAAA!! We definitely gotta dress like them lol,” and “Oh yeah I’m here for it I still watch cheetah girl til this day.”

@bleuhunnidss added, “if we don’t have the original cheetah girls keep it in the production studio thanks 🐆💋.”

@khiasimone simply replied, “LETS GOOOO.”

User @_._chanti added , “little girl me is screaming🥹🥹.”

@llmousey4ever replied, “I’m here for it 😍😍😍😍😍 it’s cheetah-liciousss ❤️.”

@ added, “briannablackwood12, “Wow! I thought it was a joke when it was announced.😭 I’m so excited.😍😍❤️.”

Cast Announced For ‘The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen’

Leah Sava’ Jeffries will play Galleria’s daughter, Faith, in ‘The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen.’

Faith’s friends include Carmen Sanchez as Dior, Kaileen Chang as Ruby, and Sophie Lennon as Brooklyn. Kamogelo Ramashala and Sophia Bush are also joining the cast.

Symoné is executive producing the film along with executive producer Debra Martin Chase.  The film will be directed by Bille Woodruff, and Bailon is a co-producer.

RELATED: Raven-Symoné And Adrienne Bailon-Houghton Discuss A ‘Cheetah Girls’ Reboot: “It Would Smash”

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I’ve never been a fan of the whole Airbnb thing. If I’m throwing down my hard-earned cash to go on vacation, I don’t want to be up-charged by some overbearing property owner because they didn’t like how I touched the thermostat. I’ve also heard a bunch of horror stories from my friends about how they thought they were being recorded with a hidden camera while trying to have an unforgettable weekend. The Rental takes the idea of an overbearing property owner and makes it so believable that you’ll probably start booking hotel rooms again instead of looking for a remote cabin in the middle of nowhere.

Next Time, Just Book A Hotel

The Rental starts out like your typical “cabin in the woods” kind of horror flick but attempts to offer so much more because its tension doesn’t just come from some unknown outside source of terror but also the pair of couples (and their dog) who party just a little too hard during their stay.

When husband and wife, Charlie (Dan Stevens) and Michelle (Alison Brie), decide to bring Charlie’s brother, Josh (Jeremy Allen White), and his girlfriend, Mina (Sheila Vand), along for a weekend getaway, they’re immediately rubbed the wrong way by Taylor (Toby Huss), the property owner.

Taylor is one of those suspicious property owners who show up at inopportune moments, suggesting he’s keeping a close eye on his tenants during their weekend stay. Mina has reason to believe that Taylor will be an unwelcome presence because he enters the rental property to deliver a telescope so they can look at the stars while the group isn’t present.

Getaway Turned Nightmare

After partying while indulging in a healthy amount of recreational drugs, Charlie and Mina have a romantic rendezvous in the shower, which they immediately regret. The next morning, after swearing they’ll never engage in such an unfaithful activity again, we learn what’s truly at stake in The Rental. Mina discovers that there are cameras hidden in the shower heads, and Charlie decides that it’s best if they find and destroy the footage before Michelle and Josh find out.

Josh, on the other hand, is distracted because his dog, Reggie, goes missing on the second day. Josh, who is so hotheaded that he was once in prison for his violent tendencies, plans to confront Taylor because the rental property has a strict no pet policy, and he suspects foul play. Mina also has her own plans to confront Taylor about the cameras, which results in a violent altercation between Taylor and Josh, who is unaware of Mina’s one-night stand with Charlie.

A Must-Watch For Fans Of The Bear

The Rental is an effective horror thriller that will make you think twice about whether booking a place with a hot tub for a weekend getaway is a good idea. If you’re a fan of The Bear, you’ll appreciate Jeremy Allen White’s ability to convincingly portray a man on the verge of a nervous breakdown when tensions run high. Though he later masters the craft of epically melting down in the award-winning FX on Hulu series, his innate ability to convey such raw emotions at the drop of a hat is evident in this film.

But still, The Rental is a film that somehow doesn’t feel whole when you sum up all of the parts that should, in theory, make this an excellent film. While there is a considerable amount of tension throughout its tight 88-minute runtime, I felt like writer and director Dave Franco had the intention of starting a new franchise without first seeing if his directorial debut was a suitable proof of concept in the first place. Given how open-ended the film’s conclusion is, I smell a sequel in the works, but nothing has been officially announced as of yet.

That is to say, if The Rental turns out to be a stand-alone film, you may find yourself wishing there was a little more to it than what it ultimately offers.

Despite its shortcomings, The Rental is well-acted and has great production values. It’s just not enough to make it the memorable film that I wanted it to be. If a potential sequel picks up where it left off, I may have to reassess my feelings, but for now, I’m left wondering how much better this movie could have been if it fully explored its setting and characters.

As of this writing, The Rental is streaming on Hulu.

Julie and Todd Chrisley are getting honest about how their bond has transformed following their release from prison. 

The pair shared insights into their updated family dynamic during a recent broadcast appearance hosted by their daughter, noting that there’s a significant difference in how they relate to each other.

The pair, who originally wed in 1996, share three adult children: Chase, Grayson, and Savannah, along with their adopted teenage daughter, Chloe.

Todd and Julie candidly discussed how their long-standing union has evolved since they reunited following their time away. Appearing on a recent episode of their daughter’s podcast, “Unlocked with Savannah Chrisley,” Todd revealed that their day-to-day interactions have actually become significantly more lighthearted. 

He explained that a greater sense of comedy has entered their connection, noting that he now finally views their partnership as an individual, standalone bond between just the two of them.

‘I think [our relationship] is funnier,” Todd said. 

This shifting perspective follows a turbulent chapter for the former television personalities, who were convicted of financial fraud and tax evasion charges in 2022.

While they continuously maintained their innocence, they were both sentenced to prison before receiving executive clemency from President Donald Trump that brought their sentences to an abrupt conclusion last year. 

Julie reflected on the immense relief of their current situation, explaining that for a decade leading up to their departure, the ongoing legal pressure felt incredibly heavy on a daily basis. However, now, she notes that a real sense of ease has returned to their lives. 

“I think there’s just a lightness 1783753232,” Julie said. Both partners expressed a strong commitment to continually strengthening their connection, with Julie emphasizing that she never wants to stop putting effort into their bond, her role as a parent, or her duties as a grandmother.

The Couple Blamed Their Former Legal Representative For Their Time In Prison

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While the couple is focused on moving forward personally, their past legal battles continue to follow them.

The Blast reported that Todd and Julie filed a massive federal lawsuit against their former defense attorney, Chris Anulewicz, and his previous law firm, Balch & Bingham. The complaint seeks more than $25 million in damages for alleged legal malpractice and breach of contract. 

The couple claimed that their previous 19-year combined prison sentence could have been completely avoided if their legal team had provided competent representation. They also argued that the manner in which the defense team managed the prosecution’s evidence during the trial was unlawful. 

Todd & Julie Chrisley’s Return To Television Was Met With Heavy Backlash

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While Todd and Julie are actively engaged in fierce legal battles behind the scenes, the couple also attempted to make a grand return to the spotlight.

Earlier this year, they made their first joint television appearance since their prison release, but the project failed to win over a significant portion of the viewing public. 

The Blast reported that the former reality stars shocked audiences when they were revealed as the contestants hidden inside a giant croissant costume on “The Masked Singer.”

Although the immediate studio audience greeted the pair with enthusiasm, the overall reception on social media was overwhelmingly negative. Viewers swarmed the comment sections to voice their disapproval, with many expressing frustration that individuals who received a presidential pardon were being given a mainstream platform.

The Couple Expressed Their Commitment To Their Parental Style

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While Todd and Julie’s return to public platforms sparked debates online, the couple didn’t let the heavy backlash distract them from their roles at home. 

A few months ago, they vigorously defended their approach to raising their youngest daughter, Chloe, emphasizing that their core values have kept the family grounded.

The pair pushed back against outside skepticism by speaking candidly about the parenting techniques they use to guide their 13-year-old daughter, Todd’s grandchild, whom they adopted shortly before going to prison. 

The Blast reported that Todd supported this assertion by pointing directly to the glowing reports they received from school administrators regarding the teenager’s behavior. He stressed that these consistent descriptions of her kindness and consideration provide validation that their structured parenting choices have produced a well-adjusted, empathetic young woman.

Savannah Chrisley Opened Up About Her Mystery Partner

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As one Chrisley daughter is being praised for her upbringing, the other, Savannah, recently spoke openly about her relationship dynamics. 

According to The Blast, Savannah recently confirmed that she is involved in an age-gap relationship. However, she didn’t reveal the identity of her partner. 

The 28-year-old shared that her mystery partner is quite a bit older than her, though still younger than her 57-year-old father, Todd. While she admitted that her father is not entirely comfortable with the notable age gap, she revealed that he has ultimately grown fond of her new boyfriend.

It’s been a few months since Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker finalized their divorce, but Riley Burruss is still adjusting to her mom and stepdad’s split. Recently, Riley opened up about navigating through the major life change and how she’s been handling the transition.

RELATED: Back On? Fans Shocked To See Todd Tucker On Kandi Burruss’ Vacation, Question Their Relationship Status (VIDEO) 

Riley Burruss Reveals How She’s Been Coping Since Kandi Burruss & Todd Tucker’s Divorce

In a recent interview, Riley Burruss got candid about Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker’s divorce. She said she knows the breakup is usually tough on the couple, but it also takes a toll on the people who love them. Riley also admitted that she’s still figuring out how to adjust to her family’s new normal.

“So it is really hard for me,” Riley said. “It’s just been a year of adapting. It’s tough at times, it’s easy at times, it’s confusing. I’m still learning honestly.”

Riley also reflected on the lessons she’s learned from her mom during the transition. She said Kandi’s strength inspires her, and she appreciates how her mom goes above and beyond to protect her. “She wants to protect me the most she can  […] so being able to do that for your children I think is just a powerful thing.” 

Todd Tucker Keeps It Real About Coparenting & The Challenges That Come With It

It looks like Riley isn’t the only one adjusting to her family’s new chapter. Todd Tucker also hopped online and asked his followers for advice on navigating co-parenting. He said whenever he drops his kids off on Fridays, he’s immediately popping out, but he’s still trying to figure out whether it’s because he doesn’t like being home alone or because he misses having his kiddos around. Todd asked his followers who share custody every other weekend what do they do when their kids head back to the other parent. “I just get out of town. I just be like I’m out.” Todd added in his caption, “I feel lost! So I just leave!” 

So… Where Does Kandi & Todd Stand Now?

Kandi and Todd haven’t spilled too much tea about where they stand currently. However, they did have fans thinking that rekindling a romantic relationship could be a possibility after they reunited for a blended family vacation back in June. The family getaway came just a few months after they finalized their divorce in March following 11 years of marriage. Even with the good vibes, Kandi wasted no time shutting down the speculation that they were getting back together. After a fan dropped a comment on another video of them hopping on the viral jiu-jitsu trend set to Drake’s ‘Shabang,’ Kandi quickly set the record straight writing,  “Nah… I am not healed. We’ll be getting along & then the convo goes left.  doing good today tho,”

RELATED: The Internet Claps For Todd Tucker After He Sends Sweet Message To Kandi Burruss On Her 50th Birthday (PHOTO) 

Whew! A woman named Martina Moss is speaking out after seeing the recent viral videos involving Big Tigger and his wife Alicia Brown. Moss says the footage immediately brought back memories of a 2015 case involving her son’s father, Ramon Joyner, and she’s now asking for help as she seeks a closer look at his conviction.

RELATED: Lil Scrappy, Lil Duval & King Harris Weigh In On Leaked Footage Of Big Tigger & Alicia Brown’s Confrontation Over His Phone

Big Tigger’s Wife Faces New Claims Online By Moss

Moss claims Brown accused Joyner of serious crimes in Delaware, which led to his conviction and a 25-year prison sentence. While Moss says she was not present for the events surrounding the case and acknowledges that Joyner had his own past mistakes, she says recent public moments involving Brown have raised questions she believes deserve further review.

After reposting a video of the dispute between Big Tigger and Brown inside their home, Moss took to Instagram with a lengthy message directed toward anyone connected to Tigger or his team. She asked for help getting her story seen and requested that someone take another look at Joyner’s case, saying her main focus is her son, who has grown up without his father, which she believes resulted from Brown’s alleged actions.

“He was convicted and has now spent 11 years in prison. My son has grown up without his father. I wasn’t there, and I can’t speak to everything that happened between them. But seeing recent reports has left me with questions that I never thought l’d have to ask. If anyone connected to Big Tigger or his team sees this, I’m simply asking that they look into my son’s father’s case. If there is information that deserves another look, then my son—and every family affected-deserves the truth, whatever that truth may be. My child father was no where near a saint and had done his dirt. But my son did nothing and has never gotten to hug his father in his life. Based on what seem to be a lie from the beginning…I’m not big on putting my business out but this woman needs to be stopped. Cause she really ruined a lot of people’s lives including my own. If anyone has anymore information on this woman it would be helpful as well,” Moss shared.

Moss Searches For Legal Support In Joyner’s Case

Moss later shared a public plea looking for a Delaware attorney, pro bono legal assistance, innocence organizations, or investigative journalists who could review Joyner’s case records. She said she is not asking people to ignore the court’s decision but wants to know whether any new information could support a post-conviction review.

Moss continued sharing her concerns online in the days that followed, posting screenshots of court documents she says are connected to Joyner’s case. She alleged that the records show Brown used the name Amanda Brooks and also shared an old photo of Brown, where she captioned the post, “This woman is a monster!!!!” In another post featuring Joyner, Moss defended her son’s father, saying he has made mistakes but does not deserve to spend more than a decade behind bars based on what she believes were false allegations. Moss accused Brown of causing lasting harm to her family and said she believes the case deserves another look.

Moss Continues Seeking Answers As Claims Remain Unverified

The claims made by Moss and Joyner have not been independently verified, and Alicia Brown has not publicly responded to the allegations. Moss has continued speaking out online, most recently sharing details she says highlight additional hardships Joyner faced while incarcerated, including a severe tuberculosis diagnosis that resulted in major health complications. As Moss continues calling for legal professionals to review the case, she says her goal is to find answers for her son, who she says has spent most of his life without a relationship with his father.

RELATED: Social Media Users Point Fingers Following Leaked Video Of Big Tigger & Alicia Brown’s Physical Struggle Over His Phone (UPDATE)

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s lavish New York wedding generated headlines for its celebrity guest list, spectacular décor, and extraordinary privacy.

Now, another detail has emerged that sheds light on the enormous logistics behind the event.

New York City officials have confirmed that the couple, not taxpayers, covered the cost of the permit tied to the massive security operation that surrounded their July 3 celebration at Madison Square Garden.

As questions continued to swirl over the extensive police presence outside Madison Square Garden, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed one of the biggest mysteries surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding.

Speaking during a July 10 press conference, the mayor was asked whether Swift would reimburse the city for police overtime associated with the event.

His response put the speculation to rest. “Taylor Swift has paid already the cost of the permit that was lodged, which was over $160,000 for that event and for the response to that event,” Mamdani said per C-SPAN.

He added that the permit was finalized only days before the wedding itself.

The clarification answered lingering questions after thousands of fans noticed extensive road closures, heavy NYPD deployment, and heightened security surrounding Madison Square Garden during the ceremony.

Although exact police overtime figures were not disclosed, the mayor confirmed that the permit payment covered the city’s response connected to the event.

Taylor Swift’s Wedding Required Security On A Massive Scale

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The extraordinary security measures reflected the unique challenge of hosting one of the world’s most recognizable celebrities in one of New York City’s busiest venues.

Rather than choosing a secluded estate or luxury resort, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce exchanged vows inside Madison Square Garden, an arena more commonly associated with sold-out concerts and championship sporting events than private weddings.

Guests reportedly entered through tightly controlled access points while surrounding streets were temporarily closed to minimize disruption and prevent crowds from gathering near the venue.

Phones were reportedly prohibited inside the ceremony, and attendees were said to have signed non-disclosure agreements designed to keep details of the celebration private.

Those precautions largely worked. Despite widespread media attention before and after the wedding, very few images from inside the event have surfaced, allowing the couple to celebrate one of the biggest moments of their lives largely away from public view.

The mayor’s comments now offer one of the clearest explanations yet for the scale of planning required to protect both guests and the surrounding area.

Experts Estimate A Wedding Worth Up To $30 Million

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The newly revealed permit cost represents only a small fraction of what industry experts believe the celebration ultimately cost.

Esther Lee, editorial director at The Knot Worldwide, estimated that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding likely carried a total price tag between $20 million and more than $30 million.

According to Lee, simply securing Madison Square Garden for multiple days while crews transformed the venue into a luxury wedding destination likely cost between $5 million and $10 million.

Decor accounted for another enormous expense.

“We estimate the decor and florals to be, at minimum, $5 million,” Lee explained to Page Six. “Not to forget that custom draping and carpet installation had to transform the space entirely.”

Hosting roughly 1,100 guests also dramatically increased costs.

Lee estimated catering, staffing, guest transportation, and hospitality services totaled between $2.5 million and $3 million, while bridal fashion, entertainment, and other production elements added another estimated $2 million.

The celebration reportedly also featured customized gifts for guests, including personalized candle collections inspired by the couple’s favorite fragrances, exclusive “T&T” branding, and interactive entertainment throughout the evening.

Taken together, Lee concluded, “We estimate the total cost sits in the $20 million to $30+ million range, cementing it as a massive economic engine for the local NY economy and broader wedding industry at large.”

Privacy Shaped Every Major Wedding Decision

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According to wedding experts, the event’s defining feature was never the flowers or celebrity performances.

Instead, privacy drove virtually every planning decision from the beginning.

“For a high-profile celebrity wedding, privacy and logistics are more likely to dictate the first stages of planning,” Lee explained. “For Taylor and Travis, that meant finding an environment that allowed for total street closures and direct, private vehicle access, which is why Madison Square Garden was a prime choice for the couple on this momentous occasion.”

Only after the venue, security plans, and transportation logistics were finalized could designers begin creating the atmosphere inside.

“Top designers do not just pick a generic theme,” Lee said. “Instead, they start with spatial design and figure out how to make a cavernous space feel intimate.”

Bridebook founder Hamish Shephard similarly estimated the celebration cost between $20 million and $25 million, placing it among the most expensive celebrity weddings ever staged.

The scale of the production required months of planning, multiple design presentations, food tastings, wardrobe fittings, and coordination among dozens of vendors before guests ever arrived.

The Wedding Continues To Generate New Headlines

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Although Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have remained largely silent about their wedding, new details continue emerging more than a week after they said “I do.”

Jason Kelce recently became one of the first family members to publicly discuss the celebration, describing it as “a good time” before joking that he drank “way over” 15 beers during the festivities.

Former NFL quarterback Michael Strahan also praised the event as “amazing,” while reports have revealed that Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony and Paul McCartney performed during the reception.

Together, those glimpses have gradually filled in the picture of what has become one of the most talked-about celebrity weddings in recent memory.

General Hospital delivers Drew Cain Quartermaine (Cameron Mathison) gaining mobility as Willow Tait (Katelyn MacMullen) just mentioned when she was in a panic and she told Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros) and Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna) that she saw Drew twitching his fingers and that means he’s about to be talking, moving and that means he’ll be ready to expose Willow and ruin her.

We’re going to talk about Drew’s recovery and Willow running out of time and about what is coming next for Drew for his recovery, his seat in Congress, his love life, and lots more.

General Hospital: Drew’s Recovery and Willow’s Exposed Secrets

So, this week, Elizabeth Webber (Rebecca Herbst) and a very hungover Lucas Jones (Van Hansis) talked about the improbability of Jack Brennan and Drew both having strokes in the same house and then Jack recovering. But Drew not. So Liz thought there must be something in the house that’s keeping Drew from getting better. Meanwhile, Jack was at Turning Woods and managed to recover.

So, Liz and Lucas think it’s really odd that Jack is better and Drew is still locked in. Plus, Liz mentioned it was strange that Willow didn’t schedule communication services for Drew. And it’s just not all adding up for Elizabeth. So after her chat with Lucas at her house, we saw Elizabeth taking those unanswered questions, and she went over to Willow’s to talk about it. So, Liz was absolutely stunned when she saw that Jack was in the house. And Liz isn’t going to let this go. So we’re right on the cusp of seeing Drew’s recovery begin.

GH Spoilers Hint Drew Causes a Scene

And there’s a bizarre incident coming soon. In the General Hospital summer spoilers, it says that Willow’s good wood floors are ruined. Another spoiler said Drew makes a big splash and that Kai Taylor (Jens Austin Astrup) is unnerved by Drew getting back his mobility. And finally, one last spoiler said there is a disturbing incident with Drew and that Kai and Trina Robinson (Tabyana Ali) make a bad assumption about it.

As Willow said, Drew’s hand has been twitching, and he’s been flexing his fingers. So, in terms of kicking off his recovery, it sounds like he is going to get wet in a dramatic way. So, maybe he knocks over his water, maybe something bigger, like a vase. Maybe when Kai is there, Drew knocks his whole food tray over. He might make a really big mess that ruins the floor while trying to get somebody to help him.

General Hospital: Drew Makes a Move

Obviously, he’s not going to get back his fine motor skills for a while. But Drew may be able to slap his hand around enough to make a disturbance and slop something. And with Liz asking questions and Drew getting physically twitchy, I think he might wind up taken from their house. I suspect that Liz insists that he needs to get checked out at General Hospital or at Turning Woods since she thinks there’s something in the house preventing Drew’s recovery and that’s keeping him locked in.

Because if Drew makes a disturbance in front of Liz or Kai, they would likely call an ambulance. And Liz might even suggest to Willow that he should be taken to Turning Woods since Drew is not getting better. But Jack recovered fast. And it would look really suspicious if Willow doesn’t follow medical advice. The problem is she needs more time to get leverage over Drew.

Drew’s Future and the Evidence Race on GH

So, the second thing to talk about is with Drew on the road to recovery, he’s going to want revenge on Willow, but I think Jack and Nina’s scavenger hunt out at Wyndemere and Spoon Island is going to turn up Jack’s black box. And of course, there is evidence in there that Drew was doing campaign finance fraud, and Willow wants to use that to make sure that Drew stays silent about her crimes.

I suspect we could see Drew either at General Hospital or Turning Woods soon, recovering, and it’s going to be a race against the clock. I could see Nina running in with the evidence. She and Willow may run in there right as Drew is about to tattle to Liz or to the police about Willow shooting him, causing his fake stroke and the locked-in state. And then at the last minute, Drew might have to bite his tongue so he doesn’t wind up arrested for financial fraud. I mean, as much as everybody despises Willow, it’s not like people are cheering for Drew to get revenge on her. He’s toxic, and it’s kind of understandable what Willow did to him.

General Hospital: Drew Goes after Aurora?

All right, next let’s talk about what Drew is going to do for a job once he is recovered from being locked in. I don’t think Drew is going to get his congressional seat back for a couple of reasons. First, Willow has the GH WSB on her side pushing for more funding for them in Congress. Or maybe because of this Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) and Jordan Ashford (Tanisha Harper) thing, she could wind up booted out of office. But since there’s also proof of Drew’s financial malfeasance, I don’t think he’s going to wind up back in Congress either.

So, he may try and get back into Aurora Media. There is a summer General Hospital spoiler saying a corporate shakeup has Michael Corinthos (Chad Duell) taking action. So, Drew might try and get back in there and take control. With Curtis facing prison time and refusing that plea deal, there is a chance that he is in breach of contract with Aurora.

If you remember, Curtis got a five-year CEO deal from Michael, which really ticked off Drew. But a lot of executive contracts come with a morality clause. So, Curtis assaulting Isaiah and then the arrest and now him facing prison time for a felony might invalidate that CEO deal. So Drew might fight Michael for the CEO spot. He and Drew hate each other, and with Curtis sidelined, it could go that way.

Drew’s Family and Love Life on GH

Now let’s talk about Drew’s family life. So Scout Cain is getting SORAS (Soap Opera Rapid Aging Syndrome). She’s going to debut as a teenager in July episodes. No air date yet, though. She’s going to be in that same teen scene with Danny Morgan (Asher Jared Antonyzyn) and Rocco Falconeri (Finn Carr), and Charlotte Cassadine (Bluesy Burke). Plus, there’s a summer spoiler saying Danny tries to take the high road with Drew after Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) returns.

So, as a teenager, I expect Scout is going to insist to Drew that she be allowed to see her brother Danny. So, Drew is going to have to deal with all her teen angst. Plus, in terms of other family, the Quartermaines will still hate and reject him. And with his brother Jason back on Monday, that’s going to be important as well. We may see Drew and Jason trying again to find a smoother path forward because of Danny and Scout. This time, last time it was because of Sam. So, they’ll have to work things out for the teens.

General Hospital: New Romance for Drew

And the last thing I want to talk about is Drew’s post-recovery love life because he will eventually need a romantic partner. Cameron Mathison is too hot for them not to have him with some lucky lady. So, I don’t think any of his past partners would give him a second look. Nina hates him. So, does Carly Spencer (Laura Wright) and Willow. Elizabeth wants to help him, but is otherwise happy.

Plus, Dante Falconeri (Dominic Zamprogna) has his eye on Liz, so Drew is definitely not going to be on her radar. Now, we’ve heard from our leaker that Serena Baldwin might be intended as Drew’s love interest. She’s coming back recast with Kelly Krueger in the part very soon.

And if it’s not Serena, he could end up with Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud), another person that most people in Port Charles really hate. And we fully expect that Jason’s big life changes when he returns are going to include walking away from Britt. Plus, Drew tends to go after Jason’s sloppy seconds like he did with Sam McCall (Kelly Monaco), Liz, and Carly. So, why not Britt? Make it four for four. Or GH could just cast somebody new for Drew’s next lover.