Young Thug debuted colorful new dreads at Coachella, and internet users are goin’ IN with reactions.

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Young Thug Debuts Colorful New Dreads At Coachella

According to HotNewHipHop, Young Thug took the stage at Coachella over the weekend. Furthermore, he performed some of his hits. This reportedly included ‘Check’ and ‘Digits.’ But the apparent star of his show was his colorful, new dreads.

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Internet Users Are Goin’ IN With Reactions

Internet users immediately gathered in TSR’s comment section, goin’ IN on Young Thug’s new look.

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As The Shade Room previously reported, before Young Thug turned heads with his colorful dreads, he turned heads amid the Offset shooting. Last week, footage showed Thug being asked about Offset getting shot at the Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida. In turn, Thug appeared shocked and confirmed that he was just hearing the news for the first time. Ultimately, his reaction went viral.

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Vice President JD Vance — a Catholic convert — has weighed in on President Donald Trump’s feud with Pope Leo XIV, suggesting the religious leader should “stick to matters of morality.”

“When it comes to the disagreements with the Vatican, we’re going to have disagreements from time to time,” Vance, 41, told Fox News on Monday, April 13. “I think it’s a good thing actually that the Pope is advocating for the things that he cares about. But we’re always going to have disagreements on matters of public policy.”

The Vice President went on, “The Pope has been critical of our immigration policy but ultimately the immigration policy of the United States is set by Donald Trump. The Pope is going to have disagreements on other issues. We certainly respect the Pope, we certainly have a good relationship with the Vatican.”

Vice President Vance said it was “totally reasonable” for the Vatican and the White House to disagree on “substantive” issues, though he also suggested it may be best if Pope Leo, 70, stayed out of U.S. foreign policy.

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“[President Trump] has to look out for the interests of the United States of America,” the politician argued. “That inevitably means that when the Vatican comments on issues of public policy, sometimes there’s going to be agreement and sometimes there’s going to be disagreement. … I certainly think that, in some cases, it would be best for the Vatican to stick to matters of morality, to stick to matters of what’s going on in the Catholic Church. Let the President of the United States stick to dictating public policy.”

He added, “When they’re in conflict, they’re in conflict. I don’t worry about it too much … I think it’s a natural thing. I’m sure it will happen in the future.”

Us Weekly has reached out to the Vatican for comment.

Vance converted to Catholicism at age 35 in August 2019 after growing up in an evangelical family.

Earlier this month, Pope Leo XIV came out strongly against the U.S. war in Iran during his Easter speech on April 5, calling the military conflict a “delusion of omnipotence” and a “discourse of death.”

President Trump fired back via Truth Social on Sunday, April 12, calling Pope Leo XIV “weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy.” He also claimed that the only reason Leo was selected as Pope in March 2025 was that the Vatican sought better relations with the White House by choosing an American.

“[The Pope] talks about ‘fear’ of the Trump Administration, but doesn’t mention the FEAR that the Catholic Church, and all other Christian Organizations, had during COVID when they were arresting priests, ministers and everybody else, for holding Church Services, even when going outside, and being ten and even twenty feet apart,” Trump, 79, complained on Sunday.

His social media rant went on, “I don’t want a Pope who criticizes the President of the United States because I’m doing exactly what I was elected, IN A LANDSLIDE, to do, setting Record Low Numbers in Crime, and creating the Greatest Stock Market in History.”

Pope Leo responded on Monday by telling reporters that he had “no fear of the Trump administration or speaking out loudly of the message of the Gospel.”

That same day, President Trump stood by his criticism of the religious leader during a White House press conference.

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“[The Pope] was very much against what I’m doing with regard to Iran, and you cannot have a nuclear Iran. Pope Leo would not be happy with the end result,” Trump told the assembled press. “I think he’s very weak on crime and other things so I’m not [going to apologize].”

Meanwhile, President Trump faced another religious backlash for posting an AI photo depicting himself as Jesus Christ on Sunday. The post was later removed from Truth Social when it sparked outrage from both political allies and opponents.

Trump attempted to downplay the controversy on Monday, telling the White House press pool that he thought the AI photo showed him “as a doctor and had to do with [the] Red Cross.”

Simone Ashley addressed her loyalty to Bridgerton despite her character Kate’s decreased screen time.

During the Monday, April 13, episode of “The Louis Theroux Podcast,” Ashley, 31, credited Jonathan Bailey for teaching her some important lessons about making Bridgerton a priority, adding, “He set a great example of — for lack of a better word — the loyalty to the show. It is a show about family and returning home and returning to the family. I think a lot of people follow that suit.”

Ashley “learned a lot” from Bailey, 37.

“Now when we go back, there is that environment of coming home and feeling like we’re part of a family,” she added. “I can only comment on what me and Johnny have done. We just really make sure that our schedules can just make it work.”

Ashley continued: “He flew between Toronto and London back and forth whilst he was filming Wicked. Thank God I’ve not been filming during the start of this year. I’ve done like eight cities in one month. So that would have been a bit nuts to figure out. But I would have done it. I would have scheduled it.”

Kate’s romance with Anthony (Bailey) was the focus of Bridgerton season 2. Since most of the season was focused on Anthony getting out of a courtship with her sister, Edwina (Charithra Chandran), before getting together with Kate, viewers were expecting the pair to play a large role in season 3.

Season 3, however, featured Anthony and Kate sharing only a handful of scenes before disappearing on a second honeymoon. They returned toward the end of the season to announce Kate’s pregnancy, which is when the pair decided to take a trip to India. Season 4, meanwhile, explained Anthony and Kate’s continued absence by keeping them in India after the arrival of their first baby.

“I think the strength of sending them off to India for a little while is that it does leave the door open for them to come back, schedules allowing,” Brownell told Teen Vogue of the characters in June 2024. “I think, understandably, when any of our lead actors have given over their lives for their season, in future seasons, we want to be supportive of the fact that they do have other projects coming in, and to ask actors to come back just to be in the background is not really fair to them.”

At the time, Brownell explained the planned vision for Kate and Anthony.

“I think after all they went through in their season, obviously, the focus for us this season was just showing them in a more loving place. But we also wanted to underscore how they’re still the Kate and Anthony you know,” she continued. “They still banter with each other and get annoyed at each other. We wanted them to show up in that way … They’re in a much wiser place, both of them, in their relationship to relationships.”

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Brownell clarified why Anthony and thus Kate were barely in season 4, telling People, “I think for [Luke Thompson’s] Benedict in particular, it was important for Anthony to be elsewhere in part 1, to give Benedict a moment to struggle with the weight of being the second son who’s filling in for the viscount.”

She added: “For Anthony to be in India — or later in Aubrey Hall — it allows Benedict the chance to rise or to fail. It also felt incredibly important to bring Anthony back, because the relationship with Benedict is so key between the first and the second [parts of season 4].”

Bridgerton is currently streaming on Netflix.

Jennie Garth reveals the straw that broke the camel’s back during her previous marriage.

The actress met her second ex-husband, Peter Facinelli, in 1995, and they said their vows six years later. The union faced its ups and downs until it finally called it quits in 2012. Seeing the end of her marital bliss took a toll on the movie star as she turned to harmful substances, which almost cost her life.

Jennie Garth has since found love again and worked through her differences with her ex. The former couple now navigate around their blended family, which includes their current partners, Facinelli’s son, and the three daughters they welcomed during their 11-year marriage.

Jennie Garth Saw The End Of Her 11-Year Vows In Two Minutes 

Garth recently described the moment the scales fell from her eyes concerning her marriage. She revealed that all it took for her to realize her marriage was over was a message from a marriage therapist. Looking back, the actress was hit with the hard truth about her relationship with Facinelli within two minutes of a counseling session. The union, which began in 2001, had been going through a rough patch, and in the bid to work things out, the pair agreed to look into professional help.

The former couple paid a visit to a marriage counseling expert in Phoenix, Arizona, and in a single session, Garth received the harsh reality check that dwelt behind the curtains. The actress recalled the moment in a recent episode of the “Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard” podcast, sharing the question the counselor asked that has lived rent-free in her mind all these years. The expert asked her why she would want to love someone when they dont love her, just two minutes into the session, and that was her wake-up call to realize the relationship had gone past fixing.

“Why would you love someone who doesn’t love you? Like, it’s echoing, I’ll never forget it. That just gutted me. And I was like, ‘Yeah. No sh-t. Give up. It’s time,’” the TV star shared. Apparently, Facinelli did not reciprocate the feelings she had for him; it took two special minutes in a marriage therapist’s office to see eleven years of love go down the drain.

The Award-Winning Actress Turned To Alcohol After The Reality Check

Garth further shared that she left the office with overwhelming emotion, filled with the realization that she had to say goodbye to the love she once knew. She later found out that her ex-husband and the therapist had started driving around looking for her. After they found her in a distorted state, Facinelli and the marriage expert had to do a lot of convincing to get her into the car and back to a hotel. She shared, while speaking on the podcast, that she refused to get into the car initially, but somehow, they found a way to make her cooperate.

“I’m talking, walking, angry, crying, all the things, just like out of my mind. They are just like kind of keeping up with me in the car and saying, “Get in the car, you know, let’s let us take you to a hotel. Jen, come on, get in the car.” Like a friend. And I was like, why would I get in your car? What, what, no!” she recalled. When they got to the hotel, Garth recalled that her then-husband checked into a separate room, and with that, she got the memo once again; it was over.

Once she got into her room, the “Beverly Hills, 90210” star revealed that she started mixing alcohol with medication she had for flying to deal with the pain. Garth recounted that she called her best friend while at it and was on the phone with her till she passed out. She awoke in a hospital and realized she “could have died” in the hotel room had a friend not intervened. After that episode, the desire to forget the pain did not leave, so she started taking benzodiazepines.

Jennie Garth Sought Professional Help 

The pain did not go away amid the drug use, alcohol consumption, and self-medication. Garth recalled that after taking so much alcohol and several pills, she ended up in the hospital. The Blast shares that while shedding light on a chapter of her new memoir, “I Choose Me,” she revealed that it got to a point where her stomach had to be pumped to flush the toxins out.

Turning to harmful substances was the only way she knew to deal with the pain, but after the actress landed in the hospital, she made the decision to tun her life around. Garth checked herself into the Canyon Ranch rehab center, where she got sober and learned to stop self-medicating. 

The pain she was feeling about the end of her marriage did not stem from worry about how she was going to survive on her own, but according to the TV star, she was broken. At the rehab center, Garth realized that the lack of positive energy around her contributed heavily to her sadness, so she decided to make a conscious effort to change the situation. Ultimately, the actress decided to let go of the pain, forgive Facinelli, and move forward with her life. 

The TV Personality And Facinelli Now Have A Good Relationship

Garth can look back and smile as she has since put the past behind her, fostering a beautiful co-parenting and friendly relationship with her ex-husband. According to the actress, she and her ex are now friends and are back to following each other on social media. Facinelli welcomed a son, Jack, with his partner, Lily Anne Harrison, and even invited his ex-wife to his son’s christening.

Last year, the “Twilight” actor also offered a roof to Garth and her family after the widespread Pacific Palisades wildfire forced them out of their homes. The Blast reported that Garth, her daughters, her current husband, and her dogs took shelter in Facinelli’s home until they were able to work out their living arrangements.

“I wanted to let you know that we are safe. Peter and his family took us in and have been so kind,” she wrote on her socials, updating her fans. Thankfully, their home was spared from the wildfire, and the actress was able to return shortly. She also expressed sadness for members of her community who lost their homes and property in the disaster.

Jennie Garth Found Love Again

The “Beverly Hills 90210” star found love again about a year after her divorce from Facinelli was finalized. She met her current partner, Dave Abrams, on a blind double date in 2014, and three months later, he put a ring on her finger. The lovers then tied the knot officially on July 11, 2025, and began building a future together. A few years into their marriage, the lovers went through a rough patch, resulting in a brief separation, but came back together, determined to make things work.

They spent 10 months apart, and Abrams filed for divorce in April 2018 but later had the petition dismissed the following year. The separation helped to strengthen their bond and made Garth and Abrams realize they wanted to put in the work to “continuously” improve their connection as a couple. The lovebirds had to figure out certain things as individuals, which were initially pushed aside by their “rushed” relationship timeline.

“We both had separate learning to do, and then coming back and sharing that growth was kind of the fiber that connected us back together like, ‘I see you differently now,’” the actress told PEOPLE in an interview. Garth boasts of how great Abrams is as a husband, life partner, and stepfather to her daughters. The award-winning actress also noted that their marriage to him has taught her patience, love, understanding, and made her a better person overall.

HBO’s “Euphoria” returned with an emotional Season 3 premiere that paid tribute to late stars Angus Cloud and Eric Dane.

The show’s debut episode honored both actors during a star-studded premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre, with creator Sam Levinson revealing that Cloud’s death forced him to scrap and rewrite the original script.

As fans celebrate the long-awaited return, reports of behind-the-scenes tension persist. Insiders claim lead star Zendaya had grown increasingly frustrated over prolonged delays ahead of the launch of the third season.

‘Euphoria’ Premiere Pays Tribute To Angus Cloud And Eric Dane

The highly anticipated third season of HBO’s hit series “Euphoria” finally premiered on Sunday, April 12, much to the delight of fans worldwide.

The celebration carried an emotional weight, however, as the show took a poignant moment to honor Cloud and Dane, as well as executive producer Kevin Turen.

According to Rolling Stone, the episode opened with a solemn title card featuring Dane’s image alongside the words, “In remembrance of Eric Dane.” The tribute continued at the end of the premiere with an “In Memoriam” screen that recognized Cloud and Turen.

Cloud died from an accidental drug overdose in July 2023 at the age of 25, while Dane passed away in February at the age of 53 after he was diagnosed with ALS.

Sam Levinson Worked Out A Way To Feature Eric Dane

Although Dane did not appear in the Season 3 premiere, he is set to feature later in the eight-episode run, thanks to a last-minute effort by Levinson.

Levinson revealed that the “Grey’s Anatomy” alum personally called him ahead of filming to share his ALS diagnosis, prompting the team to quickly adjust production and shoot his scenes in a single day.

The show writer revealed that Dane showed up ready to perform, even as symptoms began to surface.

“I could tell he had a slight slur in his voice,” Levinson said, according to Extra. “I said, ‘Don’t worry. We’ll just put, like, five beer bottles in front of you and you’ve been drinking all night.”

Angus Cloud Was Supposed To Play A Bigger Role

Cloud does not appear at all in Season 3, although his presence is still deeply felt across the new installment. The actor passed away long before filming began in 2025, forcing a total rethink of the storyline from Levinson.

Speaking during the premiere, the director became emotional as he reflected on their bond.

“When Angus died, it was tough. I loved him deeply, and I fought hard to keep him clean,” he admitted.

Levinson had originally written Cloud’s character, Fezco, into a major arc for the season. However, following the tragic loss, he said he had to scrap the scripts entirely and start over.

Zendaya Was Frustrated With Levinson Over Series’ Delay

While “Euphoria’s” return has fans buzzing, reports suggest tensions may still be lingering behind the scenes, particularly involving Levinson and lead star Zendaya.

Several signs at the premiere raised eyebrows. Cast members, including Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, and Jacob Elordi, did not join the series creator on stage. The stars also skipped traditional red-carpet moments, opting out of interviews and group photos. Zendaya herself arrived late and reportedly missed the afterparty at the Chateau Marmont.

Fans further speculated about behind-the-scenes friction after noticing “Dune” star was not credited as an executive producer this season, despite holding the role in previous installments.

Levinson Explains What Delayed Season 3

Levinson has shed more light on why “Euphoria’s” third season took so long to arrive, pointing to a mix of industry setbacks and deeply personal circumstances.

Speaking at the premiere, he said, “The fact that we’re actually here and we’re able to pull this season off. That’s nothing short of a miracle.”

He also cited the impact of Hollywood strikes and the challenge of coordinating a cast whose schedules have become increasingly packed, according to Vanity Fair.

“There were obvious factors, Levinson said. “The strikes, trying to make a schedule work with our very in-demand cast, but the real time was in trying to figure out how to find a way to pay respect to those who we lost.”

Beyond that, Levinson was also tied up working on HBO’s “The Idol,” which stars The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp.

Selena Gomez celebrated the kickoff of Demi Lovato’s latest tour, marking their first public reunion in nearly a decade.

“I am in tears, [Demi Lovato],” Gomez, 33, wrote via her Instagram Story on Monday, April 13. “This was hands down one of the best shows. Oh and the VOCALS? Psh *blown away*.”

In addition to her rave review, a photo showed the two former Disney Channel costars sharing a hug backstage, with Gomez including a heart emoji over the image.

Gomez posted several other photos from opening night of Lovato’s It’s Not That Deep Tour at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. Earlier in the night, fans captured videos showing Gomez enjoying a support set from Adéla before Lovato, 33, took the stage.

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Lovato’s reunion with Gomez was just one that evening. The singer also reunited on stage with her ex-boyfriend and Camp Rock costar Joe Jonas to sing a duet of “This Is Me” and “On the Line.”

Gomez and Lovato first met when they were both working as child actors on Barney & Friends in the early 2000s. A few years later, they both rocketed to fame as teen stars and even costarred in the 2009 Disney Channel movie Princess Protection Program.

In a 2010 interview, Lovato admitted it was difficult to bicker with Gomez in some Princess Protection Program scenes because they always got along so well off-camera.

“It was really hard because we’ve never really gotten into arguments before,” she said at the time. “We never antagonize each other like that. But it was fun at the same time.”

The pair reportedly grew apart as adults. Rumors of a feud between them began to swirl in 2010, when Lovato was asked by a fan how Gomez was doing, and she replied, “Ask Taylor [Swift].” (Gomez and Swift, 36, have been close friends since they were both dating members of the Jonas Brothers — Nick Jonas and Joe, respectively — in the late 2000s.)

Lovato confirmed her estrangement from Gomez in a Harper’s Bazaar interview in April 2020, saying that they were “not friends” anymore.

“I will always have love for her, and I wish everybody nothing but the best,” Lovato added.

That same month, Us Weekly exclusively reported that Demi had “no beef with Selena and there is no animosity between them” after falling out of touch.

“They’re just not friends at this point,” a source told Us in April 2020.

More recently, Gomez told the “Therapuss” podcast in August 2025 that it was great to see all of her former Disney Channel friends — including Lovato, the Jonas Brothers and Miley Cyrus — “do their thing” as adults.

In September 2025, Lovato called Gomez’s support “really, really sweet” during an interview on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen. The “Sorry Not Sorry” singer also congratulated Gomez on her impending wedding to Benny Blanco. (Gomez and Blanco, 38, tied the knot on September 27, 2025, at the Sea Crest Nursery in Santa Barbara, California.)

“I couldn’t be happier for her,” Lovato said. “She’s engaged. I just wish her the best.”

Lovato looked back on the pressure of living up to her Disney costars’ early success in March, telling the “Baby, This Is Keke Palmer” podcast that she “will always be grateful for the friendship that I have and continue to have” with Gomez.

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“You naturally have insecurities at a young age,” she acknowledged. “So you start comparing yourself to other people.”

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The singer added, “But one thing my mom instilled in me was, ‘There’s room for everyone. It’s not a competition.’ That’s what I really stuck by. That’s what kind of got me through that period. I was always rooting for everybody.”

Lovato’s It’s Not That Deep Tour shows are her first full-scale arena concerts since 2018. She is set to be on the road throughout the rest of the spring, with the tour wrapping up in Houston on May 25.

Karol G didn’t just headline Coachella. She made it a moment. Taking over the main stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California, the global superstar delivered a high-energy, visually stunning performance that brought together music, culture, and a deeper message about identity and resilience.

Karol G Uses Coachella Stage To Uplift Latino Fans

During her set, Karol G took a moment to reflect on the significance of the night, reminding the crowd that her achievement was bigger than just a personal milestone. “It’s not just about me. It’s about my Latino community, my people,” Karol G told the sold-out crowd.

She also acknowledged the historic nature of the moment, becoming the first Latina woman to headline the festival after nearly three decades. “For my Latinos that have been struggling in this country, we stand for them,” she said. “Don’t feel fear.”

She continued, “We do this because we want everyone to feel welcome to our culture, to our roots, to our music. I just want everyone to feel proud of where you come from please. Feel proud.”

Opening Up About Risks Of Using Her Platform

Leading up to the performance, Karol G had hinted that she wanted to go beyond surface-level statements, while still being mindful of the platform she holds.

“I know my team would kill me, but I am willing to say it. If I’m being honest with you, there are real boundaries and responsibilities I have to be mindful of,” she said. “A lot of people. People will say, ‘It’s better that you don’t.’ Because if you say the thing, maybe you become bait. Some people want to show their power.”

Still, her intention remained clear. “Through my music and this show, I want to continue building love and understanding for our community, a resilient, hardworking community that has contributed so much,” Karol G said. “I understand that countries have laws, but when things cross the line of basic human dignity, that’s when it becomes difficult to process.”

Karol G Owns Stage With High-Energy Coachella Set

Despite arriving 30 minutes late, Karol G wasted no time owning the stage. She opened in a gold metallic bra-top and matching mini-skirt, running through a medley of hits including “Latina Forever,” “Un Gatito Me Llamó,” “Oki Doki,” “Tá OK,” “S91,” “Ivonny Bonita,” “Bandida Entrenada,” and “Gatúbela.”

“I am Carolina Giraldo from Medellin, Colombia, and today I am the first Latina woman to headline Coachella,” she said toward the end of her set. “And I’m very happy and very proud about this, but at the same time, it feels late. I just want to say that before me there were so many legendary Latina artists that gave me the opportunity to be here tonight.”

The set was packed with elaborate visuals, pyrotechnics, and multiple costume changes, turning the performance into a full-on production.

Becky G’s Surprise Coachella Moment

Karol G elevated the show even further with surprise appearances from Mariah Angeliq and Becky G, who joined her onstage for “El Makinón” and “Mamiii.”

One of the most memorable visuals came when Karol G performed “Papasito” atop a giant parrot-shaped prop, wearing a bold blue look paired with a dramatic feathered headpiece.

Karol G Reveals Pressure To Stay Silent On ICE

Karol G has also opened up about the pressure she faces behind the scenes when it comes to speaking out on political issues, particularly surrounding immigration enforcement.

In a recent interview, the singer revealed that she’s been repeatedly warned about the potential consequences of criticizing ICE, including threats to her career. “People will say, ‘It’s better you don’t,’” she shared. “Why? Because if you say the thing, maybe the next day you’ll get a call: ‘Hey, we are taking your visa away.’ You become bait, because some people want to show their power.”

According to Karol G, the concern isn’t just hypothetical; even those close to her have urged caution. “My team would kill me,” she admitted, referencing the risks tied to making a statement as direct as “ICE Out.”

Still, she made it clear she’s not backing down completely. “But I’m willing to say it,” she insisted.

In 2025, some movies stood out for the wrong reasons. At a time when even the biggest projects aren’t guaranteed box office success, some flop harder than others. From the mediocrity of Dwayne Johnson‘s The Smashing Machine‘s run in theaters and an underwhelming performance from Bong Joon-ho‘s Mickey 17, to the biggest franchises releasing major letdowns, including Disney’s live-action Snow White remake and the MCU’s Captain America: Brave New World 2025 cinema was a mixed bag.

But of all these failures, few flopped quite as hard as Sydney Sweeney‘s boxing biopic Christy. Released in November 2025 at a time when some were quietly predicting Sweeney for an Academy Award nomination, Christy debuted and failed to demand audience attention, despite the lead being one of the most well-known actors in the world. After a $1.2 million opening, the film quietly ran out of steam in just two weeks, concluding its U.S. theatrical run after only 14 days. In total, Christy earned $2.09 million in global revenue, against a fairly small budget of $15 million.

Looking at these numbers, you’d be forgiven for thinking this movie was terrible. On the contrary, many reviews for Christy were positively glowing, especially when commenting on Sweeney’s lead performance. On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film earned a 67% score from critics and a near-perfect 94% from audiences. The consensus on the site reads, “While Christy falters in tonal cohesion and emotional impact, it remains a compelling showcase for Sydney Sweeney’s transformative performance, grounding a mythic genre in raw, personal storytelling.” In Ross Bonaime‘s review for Collider, he wrote:

“As a platform for Sweeney to show her broad talents as an actress, Christy is undoubtedly successful, as she finds the heart and sadness within Christy Martin. But Michôd’s film doesn’t make that life story quite as riveting as it should be, which is what Martin deserves.”

‘Christy’ Has Bounced Back

On April 10, Christy made its way to a new streaming site, becoming one of many fresh arrivals on HBO Max. Five months on from its disastrous theatrical run, Christy has found redemption in America, officially becoming the most-watched movie on HBO Max, at the time of writing. This instant success has knocked another 2025 theatrical underperformer from the top spot on HBO Max: From the World of John Wick: Ballerina.

Christy is streaming now on HBO Max. Make sure to stay tuned to Collider for all the latest streaming stories.

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November 7, 2025

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135 minutes

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David Michôd

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Mirrah Foulkes, David Michôd

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Brent Stiefel, David Michôd, Justin Lothrop, Kerry Kohansky-Roberts, Sydney Sweeney, Teddy Schwarzman

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