Marvel Studios has managed to pull off something that feels almost impossible in today’s internet age: keeping one of the biggest casting secrets completely under wraps.

As Spider-Man: Brand New Day swings into theaters this week, fans are still asking the same question they’ve been debating for more than a year:

Who is Sadie Sink actually playing?

The speculation reached another level after Sony released a new promotional clip featuring Sink, where her answer about her character is intentionally bleeped out, instantly sending social media into detective mode once again. While the clip offers no definitive answers, it is the latest example of Marvel leaning into one of the film’s biggest mysteries.

Marvel Isn’t Hiding It by Accident

Director Destin Daniel Cretton recently explained that the secrecy is completely intentional and for good reason.

“There is a very real reason” the role hasn’t been revealed, Cretton said, adding that audiences will understand why once they have seen the movie. He also noted that while some fans enjoy knowing every detail ahead of release, preserving surprises is part of the experience.

That comment alone has convinced many fans that Sink’s character is not simply another supporting role, but someone whose identity could reshape the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The Biggest Fan Theories

Gwen Stacy

Perhaps the safest prediction is Gwen Stacy.

Peter Parker is beginning a brand new chapter following the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, making this an ideal opportunity to introduce one of Spider Man’s most iconic comic book characters.

With MJ and Ned moving on with their lives and no longer remembering Peter, a new relationship could naturally fit into this next phase of the franchise.

Jean Grey

For months, the internet was convinced Sink would make her MCU debut as Jean Grey, finally bringing one of Marvel’s most powerful mutants into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The theory made sense on paper. Sink has the look, the acting range, and Marvel is steadily building toward introducing the X Men.

However, Tom Holland recently appeared to pour cold water on that idea, saying, “Well, she’s not in this movie, but it would be pretty cool.” Whether fans believe Holland, or think he is simply protecting another Marvel secret, is another story entirely.

Jean Grey [Marvel Comics]

Mayday Parker

Another increasingly popular theory suggests Sink could be playing Mayday Parker, Peter Parker’s daughter from an alternate universe.

Given Marvel’s continued use of multiverse storytelling, introducing Mayday now could open the door for future Spider Man stories while expanding the Parker family legacy beyond Peter himself.

Rachel Summers

Some fans have gone even deeper into Marvel lore by predicting Rachel Summers, the daughter of Jean Grey and Cyclops from an alternate timeline.

If Marvel plans to merge Spider Man’s street level adventures with the arrival of mutants, Rachel could serve as an unexpected bridge between those worlds.

Rachel Summers [Marvel Comics]

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Why the Secret Matters

Marvel has spent years trying to preserve genuine surprises in an era dominated by leaks and spoilers.

The studio has kept Sadie Sink largely absent from trailers, TV spots, and promotional materials, making her one of the few major MCU characters whose identity has remained completely unknown leading up to release.

With Brand New Day positioned as a fresh beginning for Peter Parker after the world forgot his identity, introducing a significant new character makes perfect narrative sense.

Whether that character is Gwen Stacy, an X Men icon, or someone fans have not even considered yet, Marvel clearly believes the reveal is worth protecting.

The Wait Is Almost Over

Fortunately, fans will not have to speculate much longer.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day arrives in theaters July 31, meaning the internet’s biggest MCU mystery is only days away from being solved. Until then, every new promotional clip, including the latest bleeped out interview with Sadie Sink, is only fueling the excitement.

One thing is certain: if Marvel has gone to these lengths to keep her character secret, the reveal is likely to be one of the film’s biggest moments.

Trina‘s husband, Swurv, reportedly performed during his wife’s set at the Taco and Tequila Festival on Saturday, July 25, in Cleveland, Ohio, and a clip of his performance and a rumored booking contract have sparked chatter online.

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Trina’s Husband Swurv Performs At The Tacos And Tequila Festival

Trina performed at the Taco and Tequila Festival in Cleveland over the weekend, and she seemingly surprised her fans with a performance by her husband, Benjamin “Swurv” Kearse Jr. The rapper, whose real name is Katrina Laverne Taylor, gave Swurv the microphone during her set, and a clip of the performance is going viral.

Swurv sported a red cap with matching shorts and a white T-shirt as he delivered some verses. His on-stage energy was good, but his tone seemed flat.

A clip of the performance is making the rounds on social media, and folks are sharing their unfiltered opinions.

Performance Prompts Fans To Question If Swurv Is Included In Trina’s Booking Contract

Fans reacted after the clip was shared on TSR’s Instagram page, and several Roomies gave kudos to the couple while others joked about Swurv’s performance. One fan claimed that Swurv performing is a condition of Trina’s appearance at shows.

@Persway82 wrote, “Booking agents are saying that if you want Trina to perform… you have to let her man perform!  Aye… it’s nothing wrong with that.”

@muniraanisa noted, “I meannnn the crowd said yea yea so they were responsive. That’s a positive sign yall lol.”

Trina and Swurv Went Viral Before

“I was NOT checking my husband! I was making sure he was good due to an altercation that took place on stage.!! Too many ni**as with bad energy… So l made everybody back up. I’m gonna always protect mine. Stop with the false narrative and lies. Sh*t so wack,” she wrote.

Ryan Murphy confirmed that season 13 of his FX series “American Horror Story” was in the works in October 2025. Now, as filming on the new installment of the anthology series is ongoing, he’s opening up about what fans can expect and revealing why theories that the season will be centered around “Coven” are misguided. This comes ahead of the premiere of his new show, “The Shards.”

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Murphy attended the premiere event for his upcoming show, FX’s “The Shards.” While on the red carpet, he spoke to Entertainment Tonight and was asked about “American Horror Story” season 13, with the reporter noting that she was excited to see “Coven,” which was the third season of the show, make a comeback.

Murphy responded, “Well, everybody thinks it’s a coven season, and it’s not.” After that, the “Glee” producer confirmed another rumor about the show, saying, “It’s all the seasons.” He then discussed the cast, stating that Sarah Paulson will play “six or seven roles.” Regarding Jessica Lange, Murphy said she’s “playing all four of her iconic characters.

He continued, “Evan Peters is playing five characters. And of course, Kathy Bates, Emma Roberts, and Billie Lourd.”

Ryan Called The Upcoming ‘AHS’ Season ‘Fun’

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Murphy continued his Entertainment Tonight interview by teasing a bit of the plot before returning to the cast of the upcoming season, with the reporter calling what he had previously described “like the Avengers.” According to him, “It is like the ‘Avengers.’ They all come together to defeat the ultimate evil.”

He continued, “So, it’s very fun, and as soon as I pitched it to them, many of them had said ‘no’ over the years, and they were like, ‘Well, okay, we’ve got to come back for that.” After that, he discussed Lange signing on for the season after leaving the show after the fourth season and vowing that she would never return.

Murphy shared, “But I pitched Jessica Lange, she was like, ‘Oh, sh-t, now I have to do it.” He added, “It’s all of them in one season, and it’s 13 episodes because it’s called 13.”

Toward the end of the interview, Murphy explained that he “spent many, many months and many years writing it. I wanted to do 13 in a special way. So, it’s cool. It’s fun.”

Ariana Grande Recently Dropped Out

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As mentioned, season 13 of “American Horror Story” was announced in October 2025. According to USA Today, the cast, in addition to those previously named, included Angela Bassett, Gabourey Sidibe, Leslie Grossman, and Ariana Grande.

However, according to Variety, the singer dropped out of the season due to scheduling conflicts with her ongoing tour and upcoming studio album, “Petal.” Her role would have been her “AHS” debut, serving as a reunion for her and Murphy following their work on “Scream Queens.”

Additionally, there have been other cast changes, with the additions of Paul Anthony Kelly, Joey Pollari, Berto Colon, and former “AHS” actors John Carroll Lynch and Mat Fraser.

Evan Peters Previously Discussed The Season

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Evan Peters last appeared in “American Horror Story” during the show’s 10th season. Months after it was revealed that he’d be returning, he spoke to The Hollywood Reporter in January 2026 while promoting another Murphy show, “The Beauty.”

The 39-year-old told the outlet, “First of all, it’s working with Ryan [Murphy] again, but second of all, he’s assembled the cast from all the different seasons.”

He continued, “It’s sort of an alumni, and we’re all getting back together to do this greatest-hits season. So we’ll see what he writes and what it brings. But just the chance to be able to work with Sarah [Paulson], Jessica, Kathy [Bates], Angela [Bassett] again and everybody involved. I’m interested to see what the scenes are and how it all plays out.”

When asked if he was surprised by Lange finally agreeing to return to the series, Peters said, “Yes! Yeah, Ryan knows how to have those dinners. He will get you in a second. I was definitely shocked, but thrilled, honestly.” Season 13 of the show premieres on September 24.

Ryan Murphy’s ‘The Shards’ Premieres In August

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Murphy is one of the most prolific names in television, with several shows premiering each year. Now, his newest, “The Shards,” is set to debut on FX and Hulu on August 5. According to Deadline, the series comes from 20th Century Fox and Ryan Murphy Productions.

Notably, the new show is based on Bret Easton Ellis‘ 2023 novel of the same name. Its logline states, “Set against the vivid backdrop of 1980s Los Angeles, the series follows a group of privileged high school seniors at an elite prep school as they navigate identity, sex, jealousy, obsession, and the dangers lurking beneath the surface of American adolescence.”

Forget chasing the latest skincare trend. According to Dr. Steven Gundry, one of the best things you can do for a glowy complexion starts long before you reach for your moisturizer.

The cardiac surgeon believes radiance begins by focusing less on taking collagen and more on helping your body make its own.

“Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. Think of it as the rebar that holds you together: your skin, joints, bones, and even the lining of your blood vessels,” he explains.

While it’s natural for collagen production to slow down with age, Gundry says the bigger challenge is that our bodies become less efficient at soaking up the nutrients needed to create it in the first place. 

“As we age, the surface area of the gut where we absorb those building blocks shrinks from the size of a tennis court to a ping-pong table. That shows up as wrinkles, achy joints, and fatigue. But the hopeful part is that your body already knows how to make collagen beautifully. It just needs the right tools.”

For Gundry, those tools include his Gundry MD Phyto Collagen Complex, which contains vitamin C, biotin, organic baobab fruit powder and Vollagen® Complex.

“Swallowing collagen doesn’t deliver collagen to your skin. It’s far too big a molecule to absorb intact, so your gut breaks it down into amino acids like any other protein. That collagen shake isn’t marching to your face; it’s becoming generic protein fuel. You don’t need to eat collagen to look or feel younger. You need to make it.”

Instead, mix one scoop of the strawberry lemonade flavored Phyto Collagen Complex into water once a day. 

“It’s ideal for any adult who wants support for healthy aging, firmer skin, joint comfort, an active lifestyle, and stronger hair and nails.”

And the rest of your diet is just as important. 

“Your skin is a mirror of what’s happening inside you. You can use the fanciest cream in the world, but if your gut is leaky and inflamed, that inflammation shows up on your face, and no cream fixes that from the top down,” he notes. 

That’s why he tells his patients to “eat their sunscreen.”

“Those colorful compounds in dark berries and greens are your edible sunscreen against UV and oxidative stress. Feed your gut buddies and beautiful skin follows. Then sleep, hydrate, and keep moving.”

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Kelly Rowland turned 45 in February 2026, and since hitting that pivotal milestone, the Destiny’s Child alum says she’s been more focused than ever on taking care of her body and doing things that make her feel “So Good.” In a new interview with Women’s Health, the mother of two opened up about the changes she’s made to her fitness routine and also revealed the one thing she’s cut out of her life that’s helped her feel energized like never before.

On the Women’s Health podcast, Rowland said she’s made changes to her day-to-day routine, which now includes heavy lifts and rigorous fitness activities, such as HIIT, Pilates, and boxing. “I love how I’m tightening and leaning the muscle out,” she said. “That’s what I like always strive for. And a good sweat. A good dry sweat.”

That’s not the only change Rowland has made since turning 45. The “Dilemma” singer has also cut out alcohol, revealing that while she still misses white wines, she’s avoided the alcoholic beverage for over a year. “But I feel good. I feel really good,” she said about the change, noting that she wakes up feeling refreshed and sleeps much better.

How Has The Definition Of Strength Changed For Kelly Rowland Over The Years?

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Elsewhere during the conversation, Rowland spoke about how her definition of strength has changed as she’s gotten older.

“In my 20s, I thought strength was cute,” she said. “In my 30s, I said I want to be strong.”

Now, the singer and actress says she’s focused on being strong physically and mentally, especially for her two children.

“I think that you feel really proud of your accomplishment and your body,” she said. “And you feel strong in your body.”

Kelly Rowland Talks Modeling Healthy Habits For Her Children

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As a mother of two, Rowland spoke about the importance of modeling healthy behavior for her children, saying that the only way to do it is just to do it. While speaking with Women’s Health, she reflected on a funny story about her son turning down a can of soda after her friend informed him of how much sugar was in it.

Even then, she said it’s not a terrible thing for her children to indulge every now and then, adding that having things in moderation is the most important part of it all. “He’s a kid,” she said. “He’s got the rest of his life to drink water.”

Rowland Is Learning More About Herself

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Aside from her new fitness routine, Rowland recently opened up about her close friendship with major stars such as Beyoncé, Ciara, Michelle Williams, and Lala Anthony.

According to a previous report from The Blast, the “Relationship Goals” actress praised her crew of close friends for not only always being there for her when she needs them, but for helping hold her accountable when things get ugly.

“I’ve known them for so long,” Rowland said. “They hold me accountable when I am figuring things out. They love me through my ugly. We laugh together, we experience joy together, we experience honesty together, life together, and that’s the best part.”

Before that, Rowland gushed about her close relationship with Ciara, saying that while the pair were still growing close, she’s found their connection to be good for her soul.

“We really became tight when our children were born. And now they’re both 11 years old. It’s a beautiful thing, I’m so grateful for my girlfriend-hoods, It’s just amazing. My she-cosystem,” Rowland added.

Rowland Teases A New Role…

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In another interview, Rowland reflected on her passion for acting, highlighting some of her favorite past roles, and teased the possibility of portraying the iconic Donna Summer in a future biopic.

“I would love nothing more than that role. That’s all I can say,” Rowland hinted after being asked about an Instagram picture of her appearing to sport the late singer’s signature hairstyle. “That’s all I can say for now.”

“I’m hoping you won’t be waiting long,” she added. “All of us have our fingers crossed, toes crossed. We’re just totally crossed out.”

Justin Hartley takes his role as a leader on Tracker very seriously — especially when it comes to the environment on set.

“The feeling that we had on This Is Us was where everyone was there for the baby. The baby was the show,” Hartley, 49, recalled on a recent episode of the “I Am an Actor” podcast. “I said, ‘I want to keep that for the rest of my career.’”

Hartley mirrored that approach on CBS’ hit series.

“I want to make sure that that comes with me to Tracker and we’ve managed to do that,” he noted. “There’s no yelling and none of that kind of weird stuff that tends to happen sometimes on sets.They get high stress, and we try not to do that.”

It was important for the actor that Tracker approached things differently. “We try not to do that. That doesn’t help,” he continued. “It doesn’t help people very much.”

Hartley concluded: “[We try to] just protect it. Stick up for yourself and all that kind of stuff. Things can get heated, but we’re grown-ups. We still [have] respect, and all this is very, very important.”

Hartley serves as both the lead and an executive producer on the show, which found its audience as soon as it premiered. After making its debut following the Super Bowl in February 2024, Tracker became the most-watched broadcast premiere in three years. The show that previously held the title was NCIS‘ final episode with Mark Harmon in September 2021.

The viewership only increased from there, with CBS revealing in December 2024 that Tracker averaged 18.2 million viewers per episode, according to their Paramount+ and broadcast measurements.

As Tracker continued to set TV records and raise viewership numbers, Hartley credited the storytelling for setting the show apart.

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When it comes to breaking TV records, there is no denying that Justin Hartley knows what America wants — just look at his hit show Tracker. Based on Jeffery Deaver‘s novel The Never Game, Tracker follows a survivalist named Colter (Hartley) who travels the country helping people and law enforcement tackle a variety of mysteries. […]

“One of the things I really love about [my character] Colter and the way we’ve built him is that he doesn’t apologize for his masculinity,” he told Men’s Journal in August 2025. “I think that’s what people are looking for. You’re asking yourself, ‘What kind of people do I want to hang out with?’ And particularly: ‘What kind of male friends do I have in my life that I really value?’”

Hartley was thrilled with the example they are able to set with Colter.

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“I think we’ve crafted a character that is so emotionally evolved, and he really does want to get to the root of why people do things,” Hartley continued. “The facts are that [executive producer] Ken Olin and I set out to do a show that was in fact a throwback. We wanted a new spin on a procedural, meaning our character would evolve over time.”

Hartley added: “He would not just remain the same exact person every single week. We were hopeful people would like it. People ended up loving it. I think there’s a huge appetite for this kind of show.”

Tracker is streaming on Paramount+.