For Chicago P.D. fans, Hailey Upton (Tracy Spiridakos) was not just another member of the Intelligence Unit. She was a fierce proponent of justice since she joined in Season 4 and worked her way up the unit to become a detective alongside Sergeant Hank Voight (Jason Beghe). The journey was not without scars, following numerous traumatic situations that tested her resilience and marriage to Jay Halstead (Jesse Lee Soffer). Spiridakos left the series in Season 11, citing an interest in pursuing other creative opportunities. Soon after, she landed a role in a movie and later in a crime series. That crime series now has a premiere date.

Spiridakos stars in USA Network‘s upcoming crime drama, likened to Yellowstone and True Detective. The show is one of the several that have been ordered at the network as it seeks to reclaim its place in the scripted content arena. Also coming to USA Network is the second season of The Rainmaker. In this new show, Spiridakos picks up another badge of a different kind as she works to keep parks safe.

Titled Anna Pigeon after the main character, the show is based on Nevada Barr‘s popular mystery book series. According to the show’s official description, Pigeon is “a former city slicker who became a park ranger after a devastating loss changed the trajectory of her life forever. While Anna tries to outrun her demons, her focus turns to solving crimes that have taken place within national park grounds, no matter who or what gets in her way.” Other cast members include Ronnie Rowe (as Frederick Stanton), Paulina Alexis (as Zoey Bear Child), and Melanie Scrofano (as Bethany Lopez), among others. USA Network released a trailer that previews events in the show.

Tracy Spiridakos Is on the Case in ‘Anna Pigeon’ Trailer

In the video above, Anna has already settled into her life as a park ranger after leaving the city. However, she keeps in touch with her sister, who is a practicing psychiatrist. We learn that Anna ran away after the murder of her husband. The tragedy amplified her sense of justice, so when a dead body is found in the park, she’s hellbent on solving it. A jurisdictional problem occurs between her and Stanton, an FBI agent tasked with bringing the killer to justice. Meanwhile, Anna is trying to find the way back to herself with a mentee and a romantic interest in tow. The trailer promises emotional arcs, gorgeous shots of the landscape, and plenty of mystery.

Anna Pigeon debuts on Friday, August 7 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on USA Network. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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Influencers Jessi and Alessio Pasini finally brought their baby boy home from the NICU — and have already received a hefty bill for their newborn’s life-saving treatment.

“It is $900,357.55,” Jessi said in a Friday, May 16, TikTok video, to which Alesso revealed the sum is “almost a million.”

“Lorenzo is a million-dollar baby,” Alessio quipped. “But it is more because we have $250K from [Jessi’s visit] … and here is missing the doctors.”

Jessi gave birth to the couple’s first baby, son Lorenzo Leone, prematurely at 26 weeks in February. Jessi had been diagnosed with complete placenta previa, which required medical supervision before her delivery. After Lorenzo’s arrival, he was transported to the NICU unit for months of treatment and observation.

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According to Jessi, the neonatologists in the unit cost $4,000 a day.

“He was there for 85 days, [which totals to] $340,000,” she said, noting that insurance has helped cover the financial cost of their baby’s treatment.

Jessi and Alessio’s son was discharged earlier this month, and the couple finally brought their newborn home.

“After 85 days in the NICU, you finally get to walk out with Dad,” the couple wrote via Instagram on Monday, May 11, alongside footage of Alessio holding Lorenzo’s car seat.

Lorenzo has been home for two weeks at the time of publication.

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“In the NICU, the nurses chart everything that they do and then they write it on a piece of paper and they plug it into the computer so they know when he ate, took his medicine, whatever,” Jessi recalled in a YouTube vlog posted on Saturday, May 16. “Alessio and I started doing that here ‘cause I’m using the little app to track everything.”

At home, she and Alessio can use their notes to figure out when their son last ate, slept or needed a diaper change.

“Day 1 rocked our world because we had expected Lorenzo to come home on his NICU schedule because, in the NICU, he had care times every three hours,” Jessi admitted. “Every care time, he would have his diaper changed, he would get his temperature taken and eat and then he would be awake a little bit and then he would go to sleep, and then this continued every three hours.”

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She continued, “We were thinking he was going to come home on that similar schedule because they said a lot of babies stay on that schedule. Not him.”

According to Jessi, her son likely recognized his “new environment” that needed more time to get used to.

“I think he was needing extra comfort,” she said. “He wanted to be in our arms constantly because, I think, he was adjusting. You know, I would feel the same way.”

Taylor Swift shimmered in a golden ensemble worth almost $6,000 while on an outing with fiancé Travis Kelce.

The “Style” singer, 36, stepped out with the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, 36, to attend a private event in Bushwick, Brooklyn on Saturday, May 16, per a viral social media video. The couple held hands as they walked past a small crowd gathered outside the venue where the private event was held.

Kelce looked effortlessly chic in a dark pinstriped suit and black sunglasses while Swift wore a golden Maria Lucia Hohan allar cutout silk mousseline gown ($2,280). The singer-songwriter accessorized her glittery look with Aquazzura’s flaxen Tequila Sandal 105 heels ($1,635) and a sparkly Ari Clutch bag ($1,795) with a modern art aesthetic, per What Taylor Wears.

Of course, Swift was also wearing her massive engagement ring, an old mine brilliant cut diamond on a gold band, which was designed by Kindred Lubeck at Artifex Fine Jewelry.

Saturday’s outing was the second night in a row that Swift and Kelce stepped out in New York City. On Friday, May 15, they were spotted holding hands as they had dinner at Or’esh, a Mediterranean eatery where meals are prepared over a live-fire stove.

For Friday’s date night, Swift paired an off-the-shoulder cream dress with a floral pattern alongside Aquazzura’s Twist Sandal 95 heels and a straw shoulder bag with a chain strap. Kelce went for a light blue and white pinstriped button-down emblazoned with patchwork artwork of a wolf on one panel, plus black pants and shoes.

The couple are also fresh off a visit to London, with Kelce recently opening up on his “New Heights” podcast about how much fun they had across the pond.

“For the most part, [I] had some really good food, enjoyed some plays,” Kelce shared. “[We] saw Sadie Sink and, I believe, Noah Jupe is his name [in Romeo & Juliet in the West End]. He was f***ing phenomenal as Romeo. Sadie is phenomenal as Juliet, as well.”

Having got engaged in August 2025, fans of both Swift and Kelce are anticipating their upcoming wedding. On a recent “New Heights” episode, Kelce got some unexpected wedding advice from his guest, Rory McIlroy, while the golfer was sharing stories from the prestigious Masters Champions Dinner.

“It’s an incredible night to be sitting in that room,” McIlroy, 37, told him. “It’s a bit like — and Travis, you’ll feel this this year whenever you’re sitting at your wedding — you have all the people in a room … it’s amazing to have all these people in the same room. You’re just sitting there and it’s surreal. It’s unbelievable.”

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were all loved up while enjoying a date night in London. Swift and Kelce, both 36, were spotted leaving the Indian restaurant Gymkhana on Thursday, May 7, according to photos obtained by TMZ. The couple held hands as they walked out of the London hotspot. The pair donned coordinated outfits […]

The golfer went on, “The only thing I can compare it to is your wedding day because it’s this collection of people in the same room. It’s wild.”

“I can’t wait,” Travis beamed.

Swift and Kelce are expected to tie the knot this year, though exact details and dates have been kept under wraps.

Former Melrose Place and Days of Our Lives star Patrick Muldoon was laid to rest nearly one month after his death at age 57.

“Tough Day saying goodbye to my friend Pat Muldoon!!! He was my Teammate, My Brother, My Friend🙏🏾 miss you already brotha,” his former USC Trojans teammate Rodney Peete announced via Instagram on Saturday, May 16.

While Muldoon was best known for his acting work, he was a star football player as a teenager and even played tight end for USC in the 1980s.

Mulddon’s ex-girlfriend Denise Richards‘ daughter Sami Sheen was also in attendance at the celebration of life service and shared the handout via Instagram.

“Miss u so much Patrick,” Sheen, 22, captioned the photo.

Muldoon’s family had previously announced that a memorial service would be held for the late actor at St. Monica’s Catholic Church in Santa Monica.

The entertainment world was rocked on April 19 when news broke that Muldoon had died from a heart attack. (A death certificate obtained exclusively by Us Weekly indicated that there were multiple underlying causes in Muldoon’s death, including a pulmonary embolism and coagulopathy disorder, a genetic condition that impairs the blood’s ability to form clots properly.)

“With his poetry, his humor, and his unmistakable presence. [Patrick] loved animals and people alike, gave unforgettable hugs, and possessed a rare quality of making others feel safe and seen,” read a statement released to the media. “Stylish, charismatic, and full of life, he embraced each day with a full-tilt, rock ’n’ roll spirit.”

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Tributes came pouring in from many of Muldoon’s friends and former costars, including former Days of Our Lives castmate Lisa Rinna, his ex-girlfriend Tori Spelling and numerous soap stars.

Muldoon’s former girlfriend Richards wrote that she was “deeply heartbroken & devastated” to lose him via an Instagram tribute on April 21. (The former couple dated in the late 1990s, during which they also worked together on the 1997 science fiction classic Starship Troopers.)

“You were my best friend & my family. We met in our first acting class, I was 19 never had an acting job and you were 21 a student at USC doing a recurring role on who’s the boss,” she remembered. “And here we are. 36 years later. My whole adult life & I don’t know it without you. The friendship, love, support, respect & loyalty we had was unconditional and rare. You lit up every room you walked into. You are larger than life & Everyone was drawn to you. So talented & most underrated actor. And most humble.”

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Richards vowed that she’d always remember Muldoon for “your laugh, your kindness, your wit, your strength, your loyalty, your passion, and your zest for life.”

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“We’ve been each other’s rock. Our memories together are endless. You’ve had my back and protected me more than anyone. I don’t know what I’m going to do without you here,” she went on. “You’re my voice of reason & pillar of strength. Especially during this last year of pain & heartache. And now I need you more than ever, for this pain and heartache losing you. Schweetbabe we’ve had those conversations.”

The RHOBH alum concluded, “We thought we’d live forever or at least into our 90’s. Schweetbabe I will be looking for those signs. I need to know you’re still here with me. I love you so much & miss you dearly schweetbabe.”

Muldoon was survived by Miriam Rothbart, his longtime girlfriend.

Oscar-winning actor Adrien Brody is embracing method acting for his Broadway debut, sharing that he has chosen to isolate himself to get into character. As the production continues its run, the actor is stepping away from distractions to help maintain the emotional depth and focus required for the demanding live performance.

Award-winning actor Adrien Brody has gone to extremes, immersing himself completely into his characters for past roles. For his Broadway debut, the 53-year-old actor has chosen isolation and solitude to play the role of wrongfully convicted inmate Nick Yarris in “The Fear of 13.”

In a conversation with Interview magazine in April, published on May 15, the actor shared that he chose to live in a hotel room for months to get into the mind of Yarris, who spent more than two decades on death row before being exonerated.

Brody said the isolation made him lonely, but explained that it was necessary for him to get into character. “I’m playing a man who has lived far deeper in that isolation. What I experience is only scratching the surface,” he noted.

The Actor Said Taking On A Role Takes Sacrifice

Brody shared how acting takes up emotional and mental space, adding that sacrifices must be made to be fully committed. While he is used to method acting for his film roles, taking the stage is a different experience, something he said he hadn’t done since he was a kid. “It pushed me beyond my own boundaries, really, and made me yearn to tell the story and be brave enough to step into relatively uncharted territory for me,” Brody said.

The actor said he wasn’t worried about being alone for months, adding that he understood what he needed to do to take on the role. “It’s not the first time I’ve done it, and it won’t be the last,” he noted, adding that his preparation leads to “better work.” Brody shared that he pours as much of himself into the role as he plays it and then lets it go afterward.

The Real Story Of Nick Yarris

In 1982, Nick Yarris was convicted of murder, rape, and abduction, and he was sentenced to death. He maintained his innocence through the years and demanded DNA testing to prove his innocence. In the 90’s, however, DNA technology wasn’t as advanced, and results were inconclusive.

In 2003, a final round of DNA testing was conducted on pieces of evidence collected at the crime scene, which resulted in a profile that exculpated Yarris. His conviction was vacated, and he was exonerated by the DNA evidence. Yarris was released from prison in 2004 after fighting for his innocence for 22 years while on death row.

Yarris’ story was the subject of the 2015 documentary “The Fear of 13.” It was adapted into a stage play in 2024 and ran on the West End before debuting on Broadway in April 2026.

Adrien Brody On His Method Acting For ‘The Pianist’

In 2003, 29-year-old Brody received an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Polish-Jewish Władysław Szpilman in the 2002 Holocaust film “The Pianist,” making him the youngest actor to ever win the award in that category.

Brody said that his preparation for that role was “on a much greater scale.” He placed his belongings in storage, sold his car, moved out of his house, and could only be reached through voicemail. Furthermore, he stopped listening to modern music and stuck to classical pieces to fully immerse himself in the character. After filming the movie, Brody said he had to start his life “from scratch.”

“I had spent months immersed in the horrors of war, oppression, smoke, and ruin, and then returned to a city that carried some of that same weight,” he noted, adding that 9/11 happened after he finished filming “The Pianist.”

“It was important to me to go that far, to fully honor the responsibility of that role,” he explained.

Adrien Brody Celebrated His Broadway Success

Brody has received largely rave reviews for his Broadway debut, and the actor celebrated by hosting an intimate dinner with castmates and friends, as reported by Page Six. “The whole night felt incredibly celebratory,” an insider said about the event.

The source said Brody made a toast, commending his “Fear of 13” co-star Tessa Thompson. “Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for sharing this special experience… It’s been a profoundly enriching experience,” the actor said. Toward the end of the night, Brody and his castmates smashed a chocolate leg to honor the saying, “break a leg.”

“The Fear of 13” will conclude its limited Broadway run in July 2026.

Another couple from Netflix‘s popular reality show, “Love Is Blind,” has announced they are divorcing after four years of marriage.

Kwame Appiah and Chelsea Griffin, who met and married on season 4 of the headline-making dating series, shared a heartfelt and lenghty message about the status of their relationship after months of speculation.

While fans haven’t been privy to what’s gone on behind the scenes since leaving the show, during their season of “Love Is Blind,” Appiah and Griffin had a rocky start, leaving fans with more questions than answers.

Appiah and Griffin announced their plans to split with a joint post on Instagram. “Last week would have marked our fourth wedding anniversary,” Griffin wrote. “Out of respect for the life we shared, I wanted to address this moment directly with the community that has supported us over the years.”

She called the end of her marriage to Appiah “heartbreaking,” adding that the outcome wasn’t what she hoped or planned for. “I entered this relationship with deep love, commitment, and the intention of building a lasting life together,” she said.

Griffin explained that she and Appiah noticed that they were drifting apart, and while they have love for one another, they needed more.

“My mantra going forward is that I am strong, I am resilient, and there is still so much ahead of me,” she added.

Appiah Said His Divorce From Griffin Has Been ‘One Of The Hardest Decisions’ Of His Life

Appiah, meanwhile, shared a similar sentiment and added that their decision to split has “been on the hardest” he’s ever had to make.

“We built a life filled with memories, laughter, and love that I’ll always be grateful for,” he added. “We will always have respect and care for each other in everything we shared.”

According to Appiah, it was in the couple’s “best interest” to go their separate ways after realizing they weren’t aligned with their “life goals.”

The ‘Love Is Blind’ Couple Appeared To Deny Rumors That They Were Splitting In April 2026

Griffin and Appiah’s announcement comes just weeks after the pair appeared to shoot down rumors that they had broken up.

According to Cosmo, Griffin shared an image to her Instagram Stories in April 2026 of herself and Appiah enjoying the sun on their patio.

Appiah reshared the post to his own page and added the caption, “Sitting in what once was a pile of dirt & wood chips.”

Speculation surrounding the couple’s union ramped up over the past few months after users noticed that Griffin had stopped using Appiah’s last name and was missing her wedding ring in some photos.

Appiah And Griffin’s Story On ‘Love Is Blind’ Wasn’t Sunshine And Rainbows

While Appiah and Griffin’s split might be hard to hear, social media users seemed to believe it would eventually come.

For those who may be unfamiliar, Appiah and Griffin’s journey toward each other on “Love Is Blind” wasn’t the traditional love story.

According to Us Weekly, Appiah was involved in a love triangle with Griffin and Micah Lussier. His heart was set on the latter; however, when she connected with someone else, Appiah ran back to Griffin.

After asking Griffin to be his wife, Appiah said that he made the right decision. “I think no matter what, especially when you start looking at the life that you have now, but when you think about the connection I have with Chelsea — the pod relationship you have with someone [is] completely different from the actual relationship you have with someone,” he said.

He added, “Like, when I went past the pods with Chelsea, I was just like, ‘OK, this is almost a reflex for us, the way we interact, the way we understand each other.’ I just don’t believe that would’ve ever been the case with Micah, and I can respect that.”

Other ‘Love Is Blind’ Couples Have Divorced

Griffin and Appiah aren’t the only couples from “Love Is Blind” to divorce, according to TODAY.

In August 2022, Danielle Ruhl and Nick Thompson from season 2 announced their separation, while Jarrette Jones and Iyanna McNeely shared a similar statement days later.

Season 3 stars Alexa Alfia and Brennon Lemieux split in December 2024, and Colleen Reed and Matt Bolton divorced in 2025.

And that’s not all. Lydia Velez Gonzalez and James “Milton” Johnson IV, and season 7 contestants Tyler Francis and Ashley Adionser, also split in 2025.

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Some war epics are built around sweeping battlefields, huge speeches, and sheer awe — the kind that makes you feel the weight of history. This movie, instead, is a more intimate look, locking in on the tension of bomb disposal units, the physical weight of the suit, the dirt, the sweat, and the terror and knowledge that each second could be your last. Not exactly a comfort watch, but it’s one of the most gripping American war movies of the 21st century, and now it’s streaming for free.

The Hurt Locker is available to stream for free this month on Fawesome, which means it’s time for people to rediscover — or come across for the first time — Kathryn Bigelow’s Oscar-winning Iraq War thriller. Released in 2008, the film follows a U.S. Army bomb disposal unit working through the final weeks of its rotation in Baghdad. Bigelow doesn’t turn this war into a spectacle though, because it’s a tightly wound, introspective anxiety attack of a movie that focuses on the unique addiction of being close to danger.

The cast includes Jeremy Renner (The Town, Wind River) as Staff Sergeant William James, Anthony Mackie (Captain America: Brave New World, The Banker) as Sergeant J.T. Sanborn, Brian Geraghty (Flight, Boardwalk Empire) as Specialist Owen Eldridge, Guy Pearce (Memento, L.A. Confidential) as Staff Sergeant Matt Thompson, Ralph Fiennes (Schindler’s List, The Menu) as a private military contractor, David Morse (The Green Mile, Contact) as Colonel Reed, and Evangeline Lilly (Lost, Ant-Man) as Connie James.

Was ‘The Hurt Locker’ a Success?

By all metrics, it’s fair to say The Hurt Locker was a success, being a massive hit among critics and audiences. The film earned a nearly perfect 96% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, and even the Popcornmeter, which measures audience response, sits at an 86%. It only grossed $49 million at the global box office, but this was enough to make it a financial win due to its very modest $15 million budget. Oh, it also won six Oscars at the 2010 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director, which both went to Bigelow. Yep, this one was a success.

The Hurt Locker is streaming for free this month on Fawesome.

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There are a lot of detective TV shows, both in the past and present. Some of them are admittedly corny with writing that doesn’t give the actors much to work with in terms of depth. Some are designed to be silly, campy, even on purpose. In these instances, overacting is actually appreciated, even applauded.

There are some great detective shows, however, from the last few decades, some of which are still on television, that highlight really great acting. This is thanks to the fantastic actors and great writing, as well as, in many cases, the overall tone of the show.

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High Potential (2024–Present)

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High Potential isn’t necessarily a serious detective show, but it is one of the best police procedurals of the 2020s. It’s a network TV crime drama that follows the usual procedural, case-of-the-week format with an overarching story involving interpersonal relationships among the main characters. But the acting is spot-on. Kaitlin Olson is so convincing as Morgan Gillory, an eccentric, “doesn’t-play-by-the-rules” single mother with a bold fashion sense and an incredibly brilliant mind. Daniel Sunjata, meanwhile, is absolutely perfect as the straight man to her quirkiness, detective Adam Karadec. He’s reluctantly forced to partner with Morgan once she’s hired as a consultant for the major crimes division of the local police department and the way they play off one another is beautiful.

The show shifts its tone from comedy to drama from one episode and moment to the next, meaning the actors have to move in kind, and they do so brilliantly. This isn’t a serious show like some of the others, but the acting is on par.

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Bosch (2014–2021)

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Titus Welliver is one of those actors fans recognize from so many projects but just can’t quite place him. He has had supporting roles in high-profile shows like Lost, Deadwood, and Sons of Anarchy, and appeared in movies like Gone Baby Gone and Argo. But it’s Bosch that really showed fans he could lead a show and a cast. And boy, could he do it well.

The police procedural follows detective Hary Bosch (Welliver) as he investigates various cases while simultaneously dealing with his own personal issues, including, in the first season, being tried for shooting a suspect in alleged self-defense. He tackles the clashing of his dedication to work and the annoyance of personal troubles that get in the way with on-screen ease. The story and writing are impeccable; the series is based on Michael Connelly novels, adding a level of grit. Welliver really brings it home alongside the supporting cast that includes the late Lance Reddick, Amy Aquino, Jason Gedrick, Jeri Ryan, and others.

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Mare of Easttown (2021)

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A crime drama miniseries, Mare of Easttown follows Marianne “Mare” Sheehan (Kate Winslet), a police detective investigating the murder of a teenage mother in her small Pennsylvania suburb while dealing with her own personal troubles. Earning 16 Emmy nominations and winning four, including one for Winslet, it’s no surprise this series was praised for its acting.

In fact, alongside Winslet, a revered A-list movie actor, Julianne Nicholson and Evan Peters also won for their main roles. With the amazing, gripping script, the series presents like a movie.

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True Detective (2014–Present)

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Every season of True Detective is different since it’s an anthology crime drama. But they all have one thing in common: they involve detectives investigating a case and an incredibly talented cast of A-listers. The first season stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, while Season 2 counts Colin Farrell, Rachel McAdams, and Vince Vaughn among its cast. Mahershala Ali and Stephen Dorff head up the cast for Season 3, and Jodie Foster mesmerizes in Season 4, equally matched by Kali Reis.

Once again, the stories in all four seasons of True Detective present like movies as viewers follow the emotional, sometimes terrifying, plots from start to finish. Featuring a range of themes and varying styles, including actors having to play themselves in multiple timelines in several seasons, each one is like a masterclass in acting.

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The Fall (2013–2016)

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Put Gillian Anderson and Jamie Dornan together and there’s no doubt the acting would be impeccable. Anderson convincingly puts on a British accent for the role of Metropolitan Police Superintendent Stella Gibson in The Fall, who is investigating a series of murders, believing them to be connected to a serial killer. Dornan, meanwhile, will give viewers the creeps as Peter Paul Spector, a grief counselor and family man who moonlights as a sick and twisted killer.

The cat and mouse game in the series is compelling, thanks in large part to these two leads carrying the plot along so smoothly. While the supporting cast is just as wonderful, these two undoubtedly shine whenever they’re on-screen, even more so when the pair is together in a scene.

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Mindhunter (2017–2019)

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Mindhunter is easily considered one of the best psychological crime thrillers of this decade. While both Jonathan Groff and Holt McCallany nail their roles as two special agents in the Behavioral Science Unit of the FBI who coined the term “serial killer,” it’s the supporting cast that will blow viewers away.

The story is loosely based on the real story of the origin of this term and features interviews with actors playing some of the most notorious real-life serial killers in history, some dialogue taken right from the actual transcripts. The actors who take on the personas of killers like Ed Kemper (Cameron Britton), David Berkowitz (Oliver Cooper), and Charles Manson (Damon Herriman) fully capture the essence of these figures. It’s evident they studied everything from vocal inflection to mannerisms for months to slink so convincingly into the roles. It’s both fascinating and terrifying how good they are.

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Dexter (2006–2013)

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Arguably one of the most underrated crime dramas of the 2000s and 2010s when it comes to acting, it was like Michael C. Hall was born to play Dexter Morgan in Dexter. He beautifully weaves from awkward family man to menacing killer with such ease, convincing fans that he really does harbor a darkness inside him that he has become a master at hiding.

It’s not just about Hall, though. In all the best episodes of the later seasons, Jennifer Carpenter will give viewers chills with her emotionally charged performance. From grappling with the realities of who her adoptive brother is to reaching rock bottom after the death of a friend and mentor, her emotions flow through the screen right into viewers’ souls. It’s a travesty she was never nominated for an Emmy for her role.

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Fargo (2014–2024)

Another TV show that has featured a cast of movie actors, Fargo is based on the 1996 movie of the same name. The black comedy crime drama follows an anthology format, with each season covering a different case in a different setting, time, and characters. With actors having to capture the essence of everything from the 1950s to the American Midwest, it’s entertaining and thought-provoking.

Actors like Billy Bob Thornton, Martin Freeman, Kirsten Dunst, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart, Ted Danson, Ewan McGregor, Juno Temple, and Jon Hamm are all at the top of their games, adding their unique talents to the scripts across all five seasons. There isn’t a bad cast member among the bunch.

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The Wire (2002–2008)

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Raw, real, and written by a former police reporter and former homicide detective and public school teacher, the type of show that The Wire is wouldn’t have worked without a top-notch cast of brilliant actors. And that it has. The crime drama focuses on crime, law enforcement, and other related social issues within Baltimore, each season tackling a different pressing issue that plagues the city and impacts peace and order.

The late Michael K. Williams is a stand-out among the cast, along with Dominic West. They’re joined by a stellar lineup that includes the late Lance Reddick, Sonja Sohn, Seth Gilliam, Idris Elba, Michael B. Jordan, Amy Ryan, the list goes on and on. It’s no surprise many of the actors from this show had a long history in similar series or went on to achieve great success after their role in this show. The performances were gripping, emotional, and convincing, making viewers feel as though they were truly seeing a day in the life of whomever they were following.

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Broadchurch (2013–2017)

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The British crime drama Broadchurch is set in a fictional town and centers around detective inspector Alec Hardy (David Tennant) and detective sergeant Ellie Miller (Olivia Colman) as they investigate various cases, beginning with the murder of a child.

Earning rave reviews for all three of its seasons, one of the universally praised aspects of Broadchurch is the phenomenal cast. While it might be a typical police procedural, the superb acting elevates the concept, principally from the two leads but from the supporting cast as well, including Jodie Whittaker and Jonathan Bailey.

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2013 – 2017

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ITV1

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Euros Lyn, James Strong

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Ronda Rousey scored a stunning 17-second victory over Gina Carano in both MMA legends’ return to the combat sport for Netflix.

The heavily-anticipated fight took place on Saturday, May 16, at the the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, under the banner of Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions. (Carano, 44, last fought in August 2009 when she lost by TKO to Cris Cyborg in the first round. Rousey, 39, most recently competed in December 2016 when she lost via TKO to Amanda Nunes in 48 seconds.)

In Saturday’s fight, Rousey quickly trapped Carano in an arm-bar to score the submission victory less than 20 seconds after the fight officially started. The two MMA icons shared a tearful hug after their brief fight.

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“Gina is the person who brought me into MMA and is the only person who could have brought me back into MMA,” Rousey told Ariel Helwani after the bout. “She’s my f***ing hero, man. She brought me back home when no one else could … You changed my world and we changed the world.”

Asked whether there is any chance she will fight again, Rousey replied, “There’s no way I could have ended it better than this. I want to have some more babies and get cooking.”

Netflix’s MVP MMA 1 featured a stacked card where former Ultimate Fighter winner Nate Diaz lost to UFC veteran Mike Perry and ex-UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou defeated Philipe Lins in a five-round heavyweight fight.

Rousey announced her surprise return to MMA in February after spending the last decade competing on and off in professional wrestling for WWE.

“Been waiting so long to announce this: Me and Gina Carano are gonna throw down in the biggest super fight in women’s combat sport history!” she said in a statement. “And we’re partnering with the fighter-first promotion MVP as well as the biggest and baddest streamer on the planet Netflix. This is for all MMA fans past, present and future. More to come… much more.”

At the time, Carano said that a long-awaited dream match against Rousey was the only offer intriguing enough to bring her out of a near 17-year retirement.

“Ronda came to me and said there is only one person she would make a comeback for and it has been her dream to make this fight happen between us,” Carano said in February. “She thanked me for opening up doors for her in her career and was respectful in asking for this fight to happen. This is an honor. I believe I will walk out of this fight with the win, and I anticipate it will not come easy, which I welcome. This is as much for Ronda and me as it is for the fans and mixed martial arts community. What a time to be alive.”

Speaking exclusively to Us Weekly in April, Rousey opened up about how her fight training has changed since becoming a mom. (Rousey and her husband, Travis Browne, share two daughters: La’akea Makalapuaokalanipō, 4, and Liko’ula Pā’ūomahinakaipiha, 17 months.)

“It’s definitely more fun because we’ve made having fun the priority, instead of just making it all about the result, experience be damned,” she explained. “It’s leading to better results than I ever could have had otherwise. Every day is fun. I feel like I have energy, and I’m not digging deep every single second of the day. It’s really a great time to share with them.”

Rousey went on, “Pō loves being on the mat. She’s gonna be so sad when we take the cage out, because it’s like a gigantic playpen for them, and she loves to watch me train. … She’s usually such a hyper kid. When I was a kid, my mom said the only way she would be able to sit down was if she put me in a box and sat on it. That’s how my daughter is.”

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“I was cursed to raise a child with as much energy as me, but man, when I’m training, she just sits there and watches, transfixed,” she joked. “She definitely wants to fight and has been asking me to. She saw some kids doing jujitsu and said, ‘I want to do that.’ I was like, ‘You will.’ I don’t want to push her in it too early.”

Rousey also touched on what could come next in her life and career now that she has stepped back into the MMA world.

“Me and my husband want to try for two more kids. I just want to make more little people. … Professionally, I feel like there’s nothing else I could really do that is worth taking time away from my family ever again,” she told Us in April.

Megyn Kelly has no sympathy for Stephen Colbert. In fact, the former NBC personality slammed the CBS mainstay on Friday, claiming he’s thrown a “hissy fit” as he begins the final week of his popular series, “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.”

On the most recent episode of her podcast, “The Megyn Kelly Show,” the former Fox News host seemed thrilled that Colbert’s time on the late-night program was coming to an end.

For those who may be unfamiliar, Colbert announced that his show was being canceled by CBS in July 2025.

Earlier this week, Colbert had former “Late Show” host David Letterman on the program, and during the episode, they went to the top of the CBS headquarters building and threw props off it into the street.

Kelly seemed incensed by Colbert’s actions and, on her show, praised “Jesus,” saying that his “bizarre goodbye to late night is finally almost over.”

“It’s gone on forever, but not before he throws a hissy fit temper tantrum with the former host of the CBS program,” she said. “He and Letterman got together to just express how very, very angry they are about poor Stephen Colbert’s show getting canceled. Cry me a river, would you take it like a man? Honestly, where are your testicles? This is so humiliating. We know you got canceled.”

Megyn Kelly Continues To Unleash On Stephen Colbert During His Final Week As ‘Late Night’ Host

Kelly implied that her frustrated response to Colbert and Letterman’s actions stemmed from the response she received from the public when she was axed from NBC and “The Today Show” after making comments many deemed to be racist.

“When I got canned from NBC, everyone was calling me a racist. They were humiliating me everywhere. Yes, I got a little teary the day after, because it was overwhelming,” she said.

Kelly went on to say that she handled her business amid the backlash instead of seeking sympathy from the public.

“Take it like a man. Stop it. Stop this. Put your big boy pants on and exit with grace. You’re humiliating yourself. Truly, you’re humiliating mankind. I don’t want my sons to see this behavior. This is so embarrassing. You didn’t get cancer, you got canceled! It happens. Grow up,” she said.

Letterman Blasts CBS For ‘Lying’ About The Reason The ‘Late Show’ Was Canceled

Weeks ago, Letterman spoke with The New York Times about the end of “The Late Show” and accused CBS’ owners of being dishonest about the beloved late-night series.

“He was dumped because the people selling the network to Skydance said, ‘Oh no, there’s not going to be any trouble with that guy. We’re going to take care of the show. We’re just going to throw that into the deal. When will the ink on the check dry,’” Letterman said.

CBS is replacing “The Late Show” with Byron Allen’s “Comics Unleashed,” and, according to Letterman, it’s so they can make money by charging Allen “some unreasonable price” to air.

“I’m just going to go on record as saying: They’re lying. Let me just add one other thing, Jason. They’re lying weasels,” Letterman said.

According to a previous report from The Blast, Kelly understands what it’s like to be removed from the air.

In 2018, NBC pulled her hour from “The Today Show” after she made critical comments about blackface regarding costumes.

“But what is racist? Because truly, you do get in trouble if you are a white person who puts on blackface at Halloween or a black person who puts on whiteface for Halloween. Back when I was a kid, that was okay as long as you were dressing up as like a character,” she said.

Kelly Apologized Days Later After Being Called Out By NBC Colleagues

Kelly faced immediate backlash from the public and her NBC colleagues, including Al Roker and Craig Melvin, for her comments.

While Kelly’s show was canceled, she apologized for her comments, admitting she was “wrong.”

“I learned that given the history of blackface being used in awful ways by racists in this country, it is not okay for that to be part of any costume, Halloween or otherwise,” she said.

She added, “This past year has been painful for many people of color. The country feels so divided, and I have no wish to add to that pain and offense. I believe this is a time for more understanding, more love, more sensitivity, and honor. I want to be part of that. Thank you for listening and for helping me listen too.”