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Beyond the Gates Weekly Spoilers Jan 26-30: Vernon Gets the Boot as Joey Launches Vicious Attack
Beyond the Gates weekly spoilers for January 26th through the 30th hint that Vernon Dupree (Clifton Davis) is tossed out and Joey Armstrong (Jon Lindstrom) is attacking someone.
Monday Spoilers Beyond the Gates: Nicole Dupree Richardson’s Love Triangle and Anita Dupree’s Health Crisis
On Monday, January 26, it’s season 2, episode 16, and Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson (Daphnee Duplaix) catches up with Dani Dupree (Karla Mosley) and tells her what’s new. And what’s new is that she’s sleeping with Carlton Fitzgerald (Robert Christopher Riley). But hot on the heels of Nicole getting her groove back with Dr. Ted Richardson (Maurice Johnson)’s business partner, guess what? Nicole is also flirting with Dr. Kial Rollins (Greg Vaughan).
They get closer, and Nicole already warned Carlton Fitzgerald (Robert Christopher Riley) she’s not feeling monogamy right now. So, yeah, Kial may be the next guy. They’re both so handsome, you know, and I wonder if Dani’s going to tell her that she kissed Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett).
Naomi Struggles on BTG
Plus, Ashley Morgan (Jen Jacob) is there for Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne (Arielle Prepetit), and Ashley knows that Naomi is BRCA gene positive. This is a chat that’s going to continue from Friday about the risks and the fact that just having the gene doesn’t mean it will express and she’ll develop the cancer. There are risks and there’s things she can do to manage those risks.
Bill reams Tomas “Tom” Navarro (Alex Alegria) and puts him in his place. He just promoted him, so this may be pushback on the whole Dani issue. Plus, Anita Dupree (Tamara Tunie) is dealing with a difficult situation. She collapsed on Friday and obviously the chemo is taking a toll. Sharon Winger (Bonita Brisker) sticks around and she and Vernon are panicking over Anita’s post-chemo collapse.
Plus, Vernon contacts someone unlikely for assistance. Now, I don’t know if it’s a doctor or it’s somebody else. You know, we’ll see. The most unlikely person he could contact would be Bill since he hates him, and they do have scenes later this week.
Beyond the Gates Tuesday Spoilers: Boss Lady Vanessa McBride and Joey Armstrong’s Violent Lesson
Tuesday, January 27th, is season 2, episode 17 of Beyond the Gates. We’ve got Vanessa McBride (Lauren Buglioli) being a boss lady and she is taking care of business. When that guy Lance (Kovar McClure) came at her last week at Orphey Jeans, she wasn’t backing down at all and I applaud her. I think she’s a great little lady mobster. She definitely seems to have a knack for it.
Plus, Andre Richardson (Sean Freeman) surprises Dani Dupree (Karla Mosley) with something romantic. Hayley Lawson (Marquita Goings) is rejected and doesn’t like facing this truth. I’m sure it’s rejection from Bill. He is not liking how salty she’s being and the catty comments she’s making about Dani having that cancer gene because that means that his daughters might be at risk.
He thinks they’re both safe, but Naomi Hamilton really isn’t. So this week, Hayley tells Andre that he knows what’s up and what he needs to do, and he says, “Yeah.” So, I think Andre is now on board with Hayley about how they have to watch the risk of Bill and Dani and keep them apart.
Plus, Joey teaches somebody a hard lesson. I’m guessing it’s Lance, that guy that was hassling Vanessa. I am curious to see what he does. If Joey breaks the hand that that guy put on Vanessa—he left marks on her—and Joey’s a violent guy. We haven’t seen him getting too hands-on with people; usually, he has other people do his dirty work.
He’ll make threats and stuff, but I think he’s going to handle this one personally, and I think Lance is going to be very upset. Katherine “Kat” Richardson (Colby Muhammad) sees a couple of people getting frisky, so I think she’s going to get an eye of her dad, Dr. Ted Richardson (Maurice Johnson), at Uptown with Shanice Johnson (Ernestine Johnson). Then Kat grills Shanice and wants to know how long this has been going on and how long she has been seeing her dad.
Also this week, while Kat is with Tomas at Uptown, he’s looking at somebody else and her jaw drops. Kat’s mom, Nicole, comes into Uptown and looks like she’s meeting somebody. We’ll see if it’s Carlton or if it’s Dr. Kial, but she is wearing the sexiest dress. She is looking good.
Kat remarks that her mom is there and Tomas looks over and says, “Nicole looks fine as hell.” That makes Kat glare at her boyfriend. But I’m sure Nicole would find it very flattering, and she does look fine as heck. You guys will see.

Wednesday Spoilers: Leslie Thomas’ Trap and Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne’s Web of Lies
Wednesday, January 28th, Nicole has some choice words for Kat. This may be about her being annoyed that Tom was checking her out, or maybe some more about Kat badmouthing Eva Thomas (Ambyr Michelle). Basically, Nicole thinks that Kat is just fixating too much and letting the negative take over and not appreciating what she has.
I can see that. It’s hard, you know, family stuff, but I do think that Kat is going to have to have an attitude adjustment at some point. I know fans are very divided on this subject. Leslie baits a trap for somebody. She’s either plotting against Shanice or plotting to trap Ted and try to get him alone with her to mess up his relationship with Shanice.
Leslie was very clear on telling Shanice that she had just had Ted in her bed not that long ago and she’s not going to stop. I don’t think she’s going to stop banging Marcel Malone (Darryl W. Handy) either. So, Leslie wants to have her cake, eat it too, and go back for seconds.
Elon Hawthorne (Malachi Malik) is bickering with his son, Jacob Hawthorne (Jibre Hordges), and it’s probably about the plasma undercover case, I am certain. Plus, Naomi keeps on lying to Jacob about her positive BRCA gene. Naomi is out with Jacob at Orphey Jeans this week, and Naomi tells him she’s been at the hospital looking at pre-cancer preventative measures.
Of course, Jacob wants to know why. So maybe she’ll say it’s for her mom, Dani. I think she’s going to keep lying for a while longer. Plus, Vernon gets tossed out of his house on Wednesday. I wonder if Anita has him leave for a while because he’s hovering after her collapse. Bradley “Smitty” Smith (Mike Manning) was out all night and Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) wants to know where he was. I think it’s Smitty trying to get a scoop from Jacob’s undercover red market plasma ring case.
Thursday Beyond the Gates Spoilers: February Sweeps and a Potential Soap Crossover
Thursday, January 29th, is season 2, episode 19 of Beyond the Gates. This is the first day of February sweeps, which carries on through the 25th of February. Derek Baldwin (Ben Gavin) and Grayson Perez (Jordi Vilasuso) get into it and Ashley Morgan (Jen Jacob) is stuck mediating. Derek was already a jealous a-hole at Orphey Jeans last week. He’s just not going to stop butting in, and Ashley is just about tired of it. I think there’s going to be a “come to Jesus” between the two of them soon.
Chelsea Hamilton (RhonniRose Mantilla) and Kat have a shot to get into Fenmore’s department stores and they’re preparing for the meeting. I wonder if that means we’re going to be getting a Lauren Fenmore (Tracey E. Bregman) crossover from The Young and the Restless. Plus, Bill is trying to bond and reminisce with Vernon, but his ex-fiancée interrupts it. Dani also has a proposition for Izaiah Hawthorne (David Lami Friebe); she wants him to do some modeling.
Friday Spoilers: Bill Hamilton’s Lab Results and Anita Dupree’s Emotional Loss
Friday, January 30th, is season 2, episode 20 of Beyond the Gates. We have Bill up at the hospital talking to Madison Montgomery (Kenjah). She’s run some lab tests on him and she says there’s an issue. Bill wants to know what’s going on because things have been fine for months.
I’m very curious if that drug Hayley’s been using on Bill is detectable or not. Meanwhile, Hayley is not happy that Bill hasn’t up and died yet. She’s impatient and Randy Parker (Maurice P. Kerry) keeps having to talk her down. Plus, her con-woman friend is amping up the pressure.
There’s a lot on Hayley right now. Plus, she’s paranoid Dani’s going to take her man before she can, you know, cash that death check. Plus, Kat and Eva Thomas (Ambyr Michelle) get into it again, and that leads to some issues with Izaiah Hawthorne (David Lami Friebe).
Anita is upset by a loss, and I wonder if it’s her hair falling out because of the chemo. If you guys haven’t ever had anybody in your family go through chemo, my mom did it, my sister did it, and I had another friend that went through it. When they all had chemo, that’s when their hair came out.
My mom lost a couple of teeth, too. It was kind of awful. So, we’ll see what’s going on with Anita. I doubt they’re going to take any of her teeth; they wouldn’t do something like that. But I definitely think we’re going to see her having to have a shaved head or something like that. It’s typical cancer stuff because they’re doing a very true-to-life story and I appreciate that. It’s good writing.
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Laurie Hernandez Says Her 2016 ‘Final Five’ Olympic Teammates Are Ready for Her ‘& Juliet’ Broadway Debut
Best friends forever! Laurie Hernandez made her Broadway debut in & Juliet at the Sondheim Theatre in New York City on March 17, and don’t be surprised if her 2016 “Final Five” Olympic teammates are in the audience.
The two-time Olympic medalist joined the show’s musical ensemble in the featured dance role of Charmion for performances through June 14, 2026, and Madison Kocian, Simone Biles, and Aly Raisman can’t wait to grab a seat.
“The moment my Broadway debut was announced, Maddie, Simone, and Aly texted our group chat to see when they could come,” Hernandez told ET.
“We haven’t landed on dates yet, but there’s been a lot of support there. It’s felt really nice.”
From the gym to the stage, some things never change, including the athlete’s pre-show mindset.
“Growing up, I had a lot of performance anxiety, so early on I had to learn so many different tools to cope with that and understand the way my brain works,” she shared.
“I gained a toolbox, so whenever I was nervous or feeling like the pressure was on, I knew what tools to turn to, and I’m using those same things for my Broadway debut.”
That routine still includes a little pre-show hype.
“When I was competing, before any competition, I’d always sit with my teammates and blast music,” she dished. “That’s what we do backstage at the theater too, so the process is actually kind of similar.”
Luckily, the author has a whole new team behind her this time.
“Everyone has been celebrating the fact that it’s my Broadway debut, and even if they’ve been in two, three, or four shows before this, their excitement about getting to do this every night is contagious,” Hernandez revealed.
“Once I have that support and energy from my peers, I’m ready to try anything I’ve never done before. … I love new environments and trying new things when I know there’s a support system there to catch me if I take a left turn.”
Of course, not everything translates from her Olympic life.
“As a gymnast, I had 11 years to train for something that was essentially only a couple minutes long,” she explained. “For & Juliet, I’ve had about three weeks to train for something that is 2.5 hours long, so I’m trying to figure out how I know when I’m ready.”
As Hernandez finds her rhythm, she’s taking care of her body.
“I’ve been using a travel-size Theragun muscle massager and that’s been changing my life,” she revealed. “It’s small enough to slip into my purse, so I’ve been able to use it to warm up and cool down. It’s literally been saving my muscles. That, and a really good moisturizer, since I’m sweating a lot more than I have in a long time.”
From there, the season 23 Dancing With the Stars winner feels ready to take the stage.
“At the end of the day, I’m so excited to get out there and keep the energy moving. … I think it’s going to be a lot of fun connecting with audiences every single night,” she spilled.
Created by David West Read, & Juliet imagines what would happen if Juliet hadn’t ended it all over Romeo and instead got a second chance at life and love on her own terms. The story comes to life through a playlist of pop songs by Max Martin, including “Since U Been Gone,” “Roar,” “I Want It That Way,” “Confident,” and more. The production is direction by Luke Sheppard, with choreography by Jennifer Weber.
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Reality TV Contestants Who Revealed They Were Virgins
From Colton Underwood to Madi Prewett to Ashley Iaconetti, reality TV contestants have opened up about choosing to remain a virgin while looking for love.
Netflix’s Age of Attraction, which premiered in March 2026, followed a group of people who explored connections without knowing each other’s ages. This led to multiple pairings with significant age gaps as each couple attempted to see if they had a future together.
Contestant Ashley Marie later took to social media to reveal that her love story didn’t make the final edit. She reflected on her decision to participate in the show — before revealing she was a virgin at age 39.
“Nervous about sharing what I did at the end. Spilling some tea about my time on Age of Attraction, the new dating show on Netflix,” Ashley captioned the post. “Going on a dáting show isn’t exactly something I thought was in my future but life tends to take us down unexpected paths. I was very prayerful about the decision and trusted that God would take me where he wanted me to go.”
Other contestants who were candid about their lack of sexual experience include participants from The Bachelor, Are You My First and more.
Keep scrolling to see which reality TV stars have opened up over the years:
Ashley Marie (‘Age of Attraction’)

Ashley Marie took to TikTok in March 2026 to share how there is “probably one thing about me that has really affected my dating life,” adding, “I’m gonna start to talk about it more but it’s something that I haven’t really talked about in a really long time outside of my close circle. That is that I’m a virgin, [and] waiting for marriage. I know. Take it in. I am going to continue to share my story — both in my personal and dating life — because I feel like it’s such a lonely time to be 39 and single and no kids. Hopefully it will help people feel like you’re not alone in this phase.”
‘Are You My First’ Cast

Hulu released a show in August 2025 that was described as a new dating experiment “where virgins navigate love, lust and losing it.”
“In this groundbreaking new dating experiment, the largest, hottest group of virgins ever assembled search for intimacy, love — and maybe their first — in a tropical paradise designed just for them,” the synopsis read. “For the first time, they’re free to explore their connections without judgment, allowing these sexy young singles to embark on a heated yet heartfelt journey packed with romantic dates, revealing challenges, and new love interests eager to find ‘the one.’ Who will find that special someone? And who will go home hot, bothered and heartbroken?”
Hosts Colton Underwood and Kaitlyn Bristowe helped each contestant on their journey, which involved exploring connections, pairing up and even eliminating each other in what the show referred to as “virgin sacrifices.”
The Bachelorette‘s Mike Planeta — more on him below — participated in the show.
Colton Underwood (‘The Bachelor’)

During his time as The Bachelor, Colton Underwood was candid about his virginity, sharing in the 2019 premiere, “It was a conscious decision at first then I really started diving deep into my professional football career and my personal life took a backseat. It’s not like I’m going to lose it on a one-night stand … it’s just very important to me.”
Mike Planeta (‘The Bachelorette’)

The contestant from Katie Thurston’s season revealed in a 2021 episode that he was a virgin, saying, “Most people when they see me, they think I’m a huge player. But that’s not morally where I’m at. So I’m waiting for marriage, I’ve never had sex. The stigma is, like, ‘Oh you can’t connect with that.’ But I disagree with that.”
He continued: “I want Katie to understand that I don’t think there’s anything wrong with being sex-positive. I personally want to share that in within marriage, that’s me. I mean, if I fall in love with Katie, maybe that’s something that we can, you know, take that road together.”
Madi Prewett (‘The Bachelor’)

Madi Prewett said in a 2020 episode of The Bachelor that she was saving herself for marriage while vying for Peter Weber’s affection.
Ashley Iaconetti (‘The Bachelor’)

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Ashley Iaconetti appeared on season 19 of The Bachelor where she revealed to Chris Soules that she never had a boyfriend and was a virgin.
“I dreaded being asked how I ended up being a virgin in my mid-20s because the reasoning was hard to pinpoint,” she wrote in an essay for Good Morning America in 2019. “The main explanation was that I was a hopeless romantic waiting for a committed relationship with someone I felt comfortable with and attracted to.”
Becca Tilley (‘The Bachelor’)

After Ashley Iaconetti got emotional about being a virgin, Becca Tilley notably revealed she also never had sex prior to the show.
“I hadn’t told anyone because I didn’t want it to be like the focus and I just casually was like, ‘Oh, I’m a virgin too. And I just totally forgot that there were cameras and a mic on me,” Tilley explained to Us Weekly in 2022 of her Bachelor Nation debut. “I don’t regret it in the sense that I think there were a lot of people who were able to relate to me in that decision. I still to this day feel like if you make that decision for yourself, it’s something you should be proud of and stand strong in.”
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Taylor Frankie Paul Speaks On DV Allegations In ‘GMA’ Interview
Taylor Frankie Paul made her first televised comments regarding the current domestic violence allegations against her stemming from an incident with her ex-boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen.
In an exclusive interview, the star of the upcoming season of “The Bachelorette” addressed the allegations and also the reported production shutdown of her hit reality series, “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.”
Taylor Frankie Paul Speaks With ‘GMA’ Amid Domestic Violence Allegations, Says It Feels Like ‘The End Of The World’
On Wednesday, March 18, Taylor Frankie Paul sat down for an exclusive interview with “Good Morning America” to address the domestic violence allegations against her, as well as promote the March 22 premiere of “The Bachelorette” that is still set to air as planned.
Speaking with ‘GMA’ co-host Lara Spencer, Paul shared that at the moment things for her feel like “the end of the world.”
“It’s hard to see past this — I’m not going to lie — in this moment, it’s just so heavy,” Paul said. “When your life is broadcasted out there in these headlines, it’s like the end of the world, that’s what it feels like — I’m not going to lie. I will say I’ve been here before and I got through it, and I’ve shared my story and my light, and I’m hoping I can do that again.”
Paul admitted that things are “heavy” right now despite her being mere days away from her “Bachelorette” debut.
“Honestly, it’s been a heavy time to see the headlines, especially during this time of ‘The Bachelorette’ being released, and it’s supposed to be a really exciting time,” she added, while also stressing that her children come first.
“I’m a person that will always speak my truth and that’s what I’m known for and so when the time is right, I will be. But right now just trying to be in the present moment and focus on this.”
As for what prompted her to agree to find love on the long-running reality show, Paul said her “Mormon Wives” cast members, Whitney Leavitt and Jen Affleck, had a lot to do with it.
“I looked at that, and I was like, you know, ‘They can do it, and they have kids, and they are going out and chasing their dreams, why can’t I?’ ” she said. “So for me, dating as a mom of three is extremely difficult, so I get to go out, get away from my toxic cycle here in Utah, go date, and then also have my kids come out and visit me. That to me seemed like ‘why not,’ right?”
Paul also confirmed the “Mormon Wives” shut down, but said she was not aware of when it would resume production.
Paul Broke Her Silence On The Allegations Hours Before ‘GMA’ Visit

Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE during a press preview of “The Bachelorette” in New York City on Tuesday, March 17, Paul addressed the domestic violence allegations against her for the first time.
“Honestly, just like, my heart hurts to see it, to go through it, especially at this time,” Paul told the outlet. “Just the timing is hard, and it’s a big deal. I feel like every premiere that I’ve experienced, I’ve never enjoyed fully, so this is another one… It’s extremely hard, and it took everything to get me here today.”
“It’s just heavy. It’s a heavy time, and it’s unfortunate,” she continued before sharing that she is currently “struggling” as the details and fallout of the incident continue to unfold.
“I’m struggling for sure, but also at the same time I feel like if I don’t show up, then I’m just giving these opportunities away and not enjoying what we’ve worked on and something super exciting that’s coming. I just feel like it was the right thing to do… show up even though it’s hard,” Paul said.
‘Bachelorette’ Cast Members Described The ‘Mormon Wives’ Star As ‘Pleasant To Be Around’ On The Show
Several members of the season 22 cast of “The Bachelorette” recently spoke with TMZ and sang Taylor Frankie Paul’s praises, notably pointing out how different she was on the show, in stark contrast to what “Mormon Wives” fans see, and to the current domestic violence allegations against her.
The contestants told the outlet that while filming, Paul was “kind, genuine, and well-intentioned,” and displayed “a softer, more authentic side.” They also added that overall, she was “consistently pleasant to be around.”
Regarding the recent domestic violence allegations, they said that while the claims are “troubling,” they believe there are many misconceptions about Paul and want the public to refrain from rushing to judge, and that the full truth of what happened during the incident will be revealed in time.
‘Mormon Wives’ Production Shut Down And Psych Evaluations Ordered For Taylor Frankie Paul And Dakota Mortensen

Per TMZ, Mortensen has made calls to the Utah Division of Child and Family Services multiple times, alleging Paul has been physically abusive to their son, which Paul firmly denies.
According to the outlet, in late February, the former couple got into a verbal altercation while inside Mortensen’s car after Paul reportedly spilled a drink. Inside sources shared that Mortensen became “enraged” and “got physical” with Paul; however, he called the police and told them that she was the one who assaulted him.
Following the incident, a source close to Paul told TMZ that Mortensen disappeared for weeks and ditched filming, which led to production being put on pause. However, sources with “Mormon Wives” said that filming stopped because cast members refused to film amid the domestic violence and child abuse allegations, despite production wanting to continue filming season 5.
Additionally, due to Mortensen repeatedly calling DCFS on Paul, alleging abuse, both are now required to undergo psychological evaluations.
When production on “Mormon Wives” resumes, it has not been decided what capacity, if any, Mortensen will be in.
Domestic Violence Allegations Were ‘Made In Both Directions,’ Per Authorities

According to PEOPLE, the Draper City Police Department confirmed to the outlet that an open “domestic assault investigation” exists between Paul and Mortensen. Per the police department’s spokesperson, “allegations have been made in both directions” and “contact was made with involved parties on [Feb] 24th and 25th.”
An inside source connected to “Mormon Wives” confirmed the production pause. “They are not filming,” the source said. “Taylor [Frankie Paul] has some pretty serious stuff happening regarding her past, and they will see what happens. Until that resolves, they are off.”
Things are reportedly so serious that Paul’s fellow MomTok members have all distanced themselves from her. “None of the women want to be associated with her,” the source told the outlet.
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17 Chic, Rich Mom-Worthy Finds in Amazon’s Early Spring Sale
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There’s a certain kind of outfit that always looks expensive — soft knits, tailored layers, effortless neutrals — but recreating it usually comes with a steep price tag. Spend five minutes in a department store and suddenly everything you touch is $150 and up. The good news? You don’t have to shop there to get the same effect — you can get the same look for as little as $14.
Amazon’s Early Spring Sale officially starts March 25, but the under-the-radar deals are already rolling in. Right now, the site is filled with rich mom-worthy pieces that look like they came straight from a high-end boutique, not a Prime delivery. Below, we sifted through hundreds of options to find 17 polished styles that deliver that luxury look — without the high-end spend.
Rich Mom-Worthy Finds in Amazon’s Early Spring Sale
Polished Tops
1. Our Favorite: This wool blend crew neck comes in a quiet-luxury beige that looks way more than $14. The short sleeves make it a solid three-season layering piece.
2. Low-Key Luxe: The contrast black and white V-neck detail gives this knitted short-sleeve sweater a designer feel. Dressy enough for lunch, casual enough for errands.
3. Pretty Polka Dots: Lightweight chiffon, a flattering V-neck and short flutter sleeves make this polka dot blouse incredibly wearable. The black and white print keeps it classic.
4. Silky Stunner: This collared satin blouse has a V-neck and long sleeves that transition straight from the office to dinner. The silk-like fabric drapes beautifully.
Chic Dresses
5. Our Favorite: Slip on this eyelet embroidered maxi for a garden party or brunch and watch the compliments roll in. The A-line swing shape is forgiving and breezy.
6. Parisian-Chic: A good wrap dress flatters nearly every body type, and this V-neck flowy maxi does it in a chic polka dot print. The Parisian vibe is unmistakable.
7. Resort-Ready: You’ll reach for this blue and white floral dress every time you pack a suitcase. It works poolside, at a seaside dinner or just running around town.
8. Pretty In Pink: Walk into a spring brunch in this Peach Spritz-toned dress and you’ll set the mood for the whole table. The floral print is pretty without going over the top.
Effortless Outfits
11. Our Favorite: This top-rated travel matching set pairs a relaxed top with wide-leg crop pants for a casual-chic vibe. It’s one of the best-reviewed spring sets on Amazon.
9. First Class Style: Wear this two-piece travel set through the airport and you’ll look like you fly first class. The lapel half-zip top and wide-leg pants feel as comfy as sweats.
10. Designer-Looking: Contrast hem details give this knit sweater and wide-leg set a designer look without the markup. The long-sleeve top and matching pants work as a full outfit instantly.
Lightweight Layers
12. Our Favorite: Throw this lapel trench coat over jeans and a tee, and suddenly you look like you have somewhere important to be. The belt cinches the waist beautifully.
13. Tailored Classic: Layer this one-button twill jacket over a white tee and dark jeans for an instant rich-mom look. The beige tone goes with practically everything in your closet.
14. Luxe Layer: An open-front blazer is one of the most versatile pieces you can own. This tailored black blazer layers over dresses, tees and blouses without adding bulk.
Elevated Accessories
15. Our Favorite: Slide these big square sunglasses on at school drop-off or poolside, and you instantly look like you summer in the Hamptons. They give you that rich-mom look for just $14, so losing them wouldn’t ruin your day.
16. Quilted Queen: You don’t need to spend four figures to get the quilted bag look. This gold chain crossbody reads designer at a glance and holds your essentials without added bulk.
17. Timeless Timepiece: A good watch elevates any outfit, and this gold-tone square watch by Nine West does exactly that. The mesh bracelet sits flat and comfortable on the wrist.
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Ridley Scott’s ‘Alien’ Franchise Hits New High as ‘Romulus’ Dominates Streaming
In 1979, filmmaker Ridley Scott reimagined the sci-fi genre with an added touch of brutal terror when he unleashed Alien on cinema-goers around the world. The film not only launched a franchise and gave us a new kind of final girl in Sigourney Weaver’s Ellen Ripley, but also earned the bragging rights of being a favorite among its peers. While so often, films of the like are looked over during the award circuit, Alien stood out enough to not just land the Academy Award nomination for Best Visual Effects, but also secured the bag and took the trophy home.
In the years since Alien’s initial success, the franchise has grown to a whopping seven titles — nine if you count the Alien vs. Predator crossover flicks as part of the lineup. What started with Scott quickly branched out to include some other incredibly talented filmmakers, with names like James Cameron and David Fincher picking up the reins and putting their own spin on things. Sadly, by the time the new millennium rolled around, it seemed like new and exciting ideas were beginning to fall by the wayside, and the film series was hit with a handful of less-than-savory releases.
That all shifted in 2024, when Fede Álvarez stepped out of the dark and chilly expanse of space to deliver Alien: Romulus. Shifting the focus from Weaver’s Ellen Ripley, the film introduced a brand-new lineup of stars to the extraterrestrial universe with Cailee Spaeny stepping into the role of Rain Carradine and stealing the hearts of viewers everywhere alongside her android brother, Andy (David Jonsson). Not only did the film breathe new life into the franchise, but it expanded on what could be achieved in the genre, all while raking in a staggering $350.9 million at the global box office. And, even though it’s been almost two years since Romulus graced the screens of local cinemas, it’s still a fan-favorite hit as, according to FlixPatrol, the movie sits at the top of HBO Max’s global Top 10 chart.
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Following the success of Alien: Romulus, 20th Century Studios was quick to push forward a plan for a sequel. While Álvarez might not be attached to helm the production, things are still moving at a decent pace for the upcoming installment. Beyond the big screen, FX and Noah Hawley struck gold late last year with the arrival of Alien: Earth, which scored big with critics and fans alike. Now moving towards a second season, the series looks like it has plenty of running power left.
Head over to HBO Max now to stream Alien: Romulus.
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August 16, 2024
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119 Minutes
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Fede Alvarez
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Fede Alvarez, Rodo Sayagues, Dan O’Bannon, Ronald Shusett
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The Channing Tatum Action Movie On Netflix That Blew Away The Competition
By Phillip Moyer
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White House Down stars Channing Tatum as Marine Corps veteran John Cale, who is working as a Capitol Police officer who applied for a job in the Secret Service before getting rejected as unqualified. However, after a paramilitary group seizes the White House, it’s up to Cale to save the president and stop the terrorists from starting a nuclear war.
While not seen as a bad movie, per se, White House Down wasn’t warmly received by critics when it was released in 2013, leaving the film with a 52 percent Tomatometer rating. The film, directed by Independence Day and Moonfall director Roland Emmerich, was praised for the chemistry between Channing Tatum and co-stars Jamie Foxx and Maggie Gyllenhaal, but derided for its overuse of action movie tropes.
Some critics noted the level of self-awareness the movie had, leading them to consider White House Down a parody rather than a straightforward action thriller.
A Box Office Disappointment

Audiences seemed to enjoy the White House Down, with CinemaScore giving the film an A- audience rating. However, those who took to the internet to share their reviews were similarly lukewarm towards the film, as demonstrated by the film’s 62 percent Popcornmeter score.
Regardless of how audiences felt about White House Down, the movie ended up with disappointing box office returns. The film made $205 million worldwide and only $73 million domestically. With a production budget of $150 million, these numbers were probably not enough for the film to break even after marketing and distribution costs are taken into consideration.
Another Film Hurt White House Down’s Chance Of Box Office Success

One thing that probably didn’t help White House Down was the fact that it was released three months after Olympus Has Fallen; another movie about a terrorist attack on the White House. Olympus Has Fallen starred Gerald Butler as a secret service agent tasked with rescuing President Benjamen Asher (played by Aaron Eckhart) after North Korean terrorists take over the White House.
When raw numbers are taken into account Olympus Has Fallen actually performed slightly worse than White House Down. While both films received an A- CinemaScore, Olympus Has Fallen received a 49 percent Tomatometer score and made $170 million at the box office. However, Olympus Has Fallen only cost $70 million to make, making the less-watched film yield a higher financial return.

While White House Down quitely left theaters, never to be heard from again, Olympus has Fallen spawned two sequels, London Has Fallen (2016) and Angel Has Fallen (2019). Neither sequel ended up selling more tickets than White House Down, but each sequel in the Has Fallen film series cost less to produce than the previous film making each entry into the series a box office success.
Channing Tatum’s Career After White House Down
Channing Tatum went on to receive top billing in a wide variety of films after the moderate failure of White House Down.

This includes reprising the role of the undercover cop Jekno in 22 Jump Street, the villainous Jody Domergue in Quentin Tarantinos The Hateful Eight, and the American spy Tequila in Kingsman: The Golden Circle. He also reprised the role of the male stripper Mike Lane in the sequels Magic Mike XXL and Magic Mike’s Last Dance.
Magic Mike’s Last Dance, coincidentally enough, is another poorly-performing movie that has proved its staying power on streaming. The film only made $57 million off of a $45 million budget. However, after being released on Max, the conclusion of Channing Tatum’s stripper trilogy spent several days in the streaming service’s top three films.

While it’s probably far too late for a White House Down sequel to ever materialize, it remains to be seen whether the recent surge in White House Down’s popularity on streaming will lead to Channing Tatum being given more lead roles in straightforward action films.
White House Down is streaming on Netflix.
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“Survivor 50” cast members select who should play them in a “Survivor” movie (exclusive)
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See their picks and if you agree!
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Damien And Biannca Prince Welcome Their Fifth Child
YouTubers Damien and Biannca Prince have been very open about their family life since stepping onto the YouTube scene. Over the years, fans have watched them welcome their children, DJ, Kyrie, Nova, and Ayla. As the couple prepared to welcome another bundle of joy, their journey faced a difficult time as they opened up about experiencing a miscarriage. Now, it’s a celebratory moment as the couple adds a new chapter to their story with the arrival of their fifth child.
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Biannca Opens Up About Expecting Baby Number 5 After Suffering A Miscarriage
In February 2025, Biannca Prince took to the internet in tears as she revealed that she had suffered a miscarriage on Damien Prince’s birthday. The couple shared that they had been trying for their fifth child and had kept the pregnancy a secret. Sadly, during a doctor’s appointment, she was devastated that they could not find the baby’s heartbeat.
Biannca later wrote, “Even though we never got the chance to meet, I’ll love and remember you forever, my angel baby… This has been one of the hardest things I’ve had to face, and I don’t wish this pain on anyone. I love you, my angel…”
Damien & Biannca Reveal They Welcomed A Baby Girl
Despite the heartbreaking moment, the couple didn’t give up. They returned to the internet in October 2025 to reveal that they were officially expecting their fifth bundle of joy. They opened up about pushing through the tough times and shared how grateful they were that God blessed them with their new addition. Damien and Biannca kept supporters along for their journey, sharing baby bump updates and family pics along the way. Under one of the posts, Damien even stepped into the comments joking, “I guess I’ll get you repregnant after this baby comes.”
Biannca later reflected on the experience while sharing more maternity photos, writing, “Crying because this is my last pregnancy, my last belly bump, my last baby… I’ll never get to experience this again, and I thank God for giving me this opportunity.”
The couple took to social media on March 15 to share that they have officially welcomed their third baby girl and fifth bundle of joy. Despite their baby girl arriving a month early on February 19, the parents shared that she is healthy.
Social Media Users Flood D And B Nation With Congratulations
Supporters flooded the comments as they congratulated Damien and Biannca on their baby girl. Many expressed happiness for the couple as they welcomed their rainbow baby, while others couldn’t help but debate whether the couple needed any more children.
Instagram user @aaliyaaaah._ wrote, “i’m crying on beyonce internet 🥹🥹🥹 her rainbow baby i’m sooo happy for her”
Instagram user @ms_adee added, “So glad her & the baby are safe 🙏🏾 💕”
While Instagram user @rawestt.lexii wrote, “I love how they’re the last couple still remaining so strongly”
Instagram user @7mile.ro_3 wrote, “They been making kids since I was a kid, what’s this they 8th one by now ? Gah damn give her a break gang”
Instagram user @keilahhh added, “ok no more kids pleaseeeuuhuhhj”
While Instagram user @juju21x wrote, “Awn I’m happy she got her rainbow baby congratulations 💕”
Instagram user @ayoowhap wrote, “I’m glad they’re building on the foundation they want to create. If I could, I would’ve had 30 kids”
Instagram user @cjae._ added. “they’ve matured so much together. i love this for them so bad!”
While Instagram user @skyysznn_ wrote, “🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺 how the hell they gon judge us when we came from the bottom ” !!! ahhhh”
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Timothée Chalamet Takes Cover After Awkward Oscars Defeat
Timothée Chalamet seems to be making a conscious effort to stay away from the spotlight.
After going home empty-handed from the Oscars on Sunday night, the actor is trying to avoid the media frenzy surrounding his loss and comments during interviews at the event. The swift rise of internet scruity seemingly prompted his decision to lay low till the awards wave sweeps over.
Timothée Chalamet was nominated for Best Actor for his role in “Marty Supreme.” The trophy went to Michael B. Jordan instead, leaving him obviously disappointed.
Timothée Chalamet Sits Out His Recent Movie Launch

Chalamet was unequivocally absent from a trailer launch for his new movie “Dune: Part Three” on Tuesday in Los Angeles. The star-studded event was graced with a number of his co-stars for the movie, including Zendaya, Javier Bardem, and Robert Pattinson. The stars gathered at the AMC Century City to share snippets of the sci-fi picture.
Although the trailer launch was just two days after the Academy Awards, for which the star was in town, he did not attend the event in person; instead, he sent in a pre-recorded video message. “After two impactful films with an in-development process that started in the [mid-2010s], a production process that started in 2018, and over 150 production days across the three films at large, today we are debuting the trailer to Dune: Part Three,” he said in the recording.
Chalamet then praised the director Denis Villeneuve, calling him the master of cinema and hailing him for achieving the true act of cinema with the movie. The actor concluded his message by saying he hoped viewers enjoyed the sneak peek into the upcoming movie. “I’m not alone in saying thank you to Denis for his dedication in bringing the Dune films to life and now the Dune trilogy to life. I hope you enjoy this first sneak peek at Dune: Part Three.”
What Happened At The 2026 Oscars?

The “Call Me by Your Name” star was up for the best actor, along with other talented stars in the industry. His role as Marty in “Mart Supreme,” which, according to The Daily Mail, is a picture based on the life of a real underground ping-pong player in New York in the 1950s, was well applauded by many.
Ultimately, the star did not go home with the trophy but lost to Jordan for his outstanding role in “Sinners.” Chalamet reportedly could not conceal his disappointment all night, even though he managed to clap for the winner of his category. The heat from the media came after the 30-year-old movie star made a comment about ballet, which raised eyebrows as both his mom and sister were trained in the performing art.
“No one cares about opera and ballet,” he said, apparently adding fuel to the fire and igniting backlash from viewers. Exclusive sources have revealed that his behavior, words, and tone during the interviews have helped the public paint an opinion of him in a different light. Reportedly, a “Stop Timmy” campaign against the actor has already been in the works.
Timothée Chalamet Tried To Keep His Head Held High

Chalamet attended the Academy Awards with his long-time girlfriend, Kylie Jenner. After the ceremony, the pair attended the Vanity Fair Oscars Party and tried to hide their disappointment of going home without a single award for themselves or the movie amid nine nominations. The Blast reported that one time, the cameras caught a moment between the movie star and Kris Jenner, who was also present at the event.
They were seen to be in a deep conversation where Kris appeared to offer her daughter’s partner some form of reassurance. An insider shared their thoughts on the moment, they said, “I am sure she put the loss in perspective… I am sure she told him he is super young and he will get his Oscar later.” Kylie and the actor tried to maintain smiles as they had the cameras in their faces, which she found uncomfortable.
Another source shared that the weight of this loss rested heavily on his shoulders, and as such, he was going to take some time off. “He would have loved to have won, so he’s going to take this time to lay low,” the source shared. “He is going to enjoy the next few days away from it all to decompress.”
More Awkward Interactions Went Down At The Event
Fans’ eyes caught at the chances of an awkward interaction between Chalamet and his girlfriend’s ex, Travis Scott, at the Vanity Fair Oscars party. More noticeably, the movie star’s sister, Pauline Chalamet, reportedly gave Kylie the cold shoulder.
A viral video showed the brother and sister hugging before the event began and exchanging pleasantries. At the time, Kylie had already gone to take her seat, but when she saw Pauline, she smiled widely and tried to hug her. Pauline was hesitant about the hug gesture and brought it in after the “Keeping Up With The Kardashians” star rose from her seat.
A body language expert, Susan Constantine, analyzed the video, stating the “impersonal,” “disingenuous,” and “nonverbal smug” in Pauline’s physical reactions. The expert also pointed out that the hug lacked warmth and how the actor’s sister quickly dismissed Kylie after the “faux hug.”
Timothée Chalamet Reportedly Thinks He’s Caught ‘The Kardashian Curse’

Insiders claim that the actor is blaming his partner and her family for his loss at the recent Academy Awards. Tensions are rising between the lovebirds who have been together for almost three years, as “Timothée believes the Kardashian circus cost him the Oscar.”
As a result, Kylie is reportedly angry at the actor for blaming her family for his defeat, and the couple is already facing friction in their relationship. According to Reality Tea, the pair have been at the verge of calling it quits for months now, with swirling rumors that Chalamet was just using the internet sensation’s name for attention.
A lip reader suggests that at one point in the evening, Timothée whispered to Kylie, “I hate this.” The Kylie Cosmetics founder has also been telling friends that her lover’s loss had nothing to do with her, while he allegedly thinks his ties to the Kardashian-Jenner clan have hurt his image with older voters.
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The 2nd Longest-Running British Mystery Series Ever Just Received a Major Filming Update
Fans of cozy crime dramas ended last year on a high note thanks to the milestone 25th season of Midsomer Murders. Arguably British TV’s best-loved crime procedural, the return of DCI Barnaby (Neil Dudgeon), DS Winter (Nick Hendrix, Captain America: The First Avenger), and Ted Lasso alum Annette Badland‘s pathologist, Dr. Fleur Perkins, delivered plenty of twisting puzzles to Acorn TV, ranging from death by javelin to a fatal cuckoo clock. Across four gripping episodes, fans in the U.S. were reassured that, even after almost three decades, there are still many more innovative murders to be solved in the cursed village of Midsomer.
Almost three months after the final episode of Season 25 debuted, Midsomer Murders fans have been rewarded with the news they were anticipating, as it has been confirmed that production on Season 26 has officially begun. In a post to the ITV Instagram account showing Barnaby and Winter holding a clapperboard, the caption reads, “DCI Barnaby and DS Winter are officially back on the case! Filming for Series 26 of Midsomer Murders has officially begun, starting with a brand-new mystery.”
ITV’s Drama Commissioner Huw Kennair Jones said of the Season 26 renewal, “We’re thrilled to be returning to Midsomer with Barnaby and Winter. Series 26 promises to deliver four brilliant brand new cases for the legion of Midsomer Murders fans to enjoy.” Executive producer Michele Buck added, “We are so pleased to be able to bring viewers more tales from the fascinating world of Midsomer Murders with this series 26 commission.”
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What is ‘Midsomer Murders’ Season 26 About?
Boasting four new exciting mysteries to solve, the upcoming 26th season of Midsomer Murders will take the long-running show‘s episode count to 148, with ITV dubbing Barnaby as “the most hard-working TV detective.” Although exact plot details are yet to be announced, a vague tease for the upcoming season via ITV reads, “Series 26 will invite viewers back to the picturesque yet surprisingly lethal English countryside for four new feature-length mysteries. Starring Neil Dudgeon as DCI Barnaby and Nick Hendrix as his trusted sidekick DS Winter, the series will also see the return of Annette Badland as pathologist Dr Fleur Perkins and Fiona Dolman as Barnaby’s wife Sarah.”
Midsomer Murders Season 26 will be available on Acorn TV. Make sure to stay tuned to Collider for the latest updates.
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March 23, 1997
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ITV1
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Peter Smith, Sarah Hellings, Richard Holthouse, Renny Rye, Jeremy Silberston, Alex Pillai, David Tucker, Roberto Bangura, Paul Gibson, Matt Carter, Gill Wilkinson, Moira Armstrong, Baz Taylor, Audrey Cooke, Simon Langton, Nick Laughland, Toby Frow, Leon Lopez, Peter Cregeen, Charles Palmer, Luke Watson
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Caroline Harker
Tamsin Proctor
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Christopher Timothy
Ned Barnaby
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Claudia Harrison
Eleanor Preston
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