Before Disney+ transformed Star Wars into a television powerhouse, George Lucas had plans for an ambitious live-action series that would have explored one of the franchise’s darkest stories: the rise of Emperor Palpatine.

During a recent appearance at Spacecon 2026, Ian McDiarmid, who portrayed Palpatine throughout the saga, revealed surprising new details about the long-canceled project. According to the actor, Lucas envisioned a series centered on the Emperor’s political ascent and the methods he used to seize control of the galaxy.

“[George Lucas] was talking about, I think I can tell you now, a television series,” McDiarmid said. “At the time we didn’t think about Star Wars in terms of television series. Very speculative. We had lunch one day, and he said I’ve got this idea, and I hope you might want to be involved. We could sort of follow the Emperor’s progress, like Hitler’s, some of that. There might be an assassination attempt, and of course it wouldn’t succeed. It sounded really exciting. And he also said that maybe you could direct one, and then I fainted. But sadly, that didn’t come to pass.”

While McDiarmid did not specifically name the series, many fans believe he was referring to Star Wars: Underworld, Lucas’ long-gestating live-action project that was set between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope. The series reportedly spent years in development, with more than 50 scripts written before its enormous production costs ultimately led to its cancellation.

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Star Wars: Underworld was intended to explore the criminal and political underworld of Coruscant during the early days of the Empire. Producer Rick McCallum previously described the show as a darker, grittier take on the franchise, focusing on the power struggles occurring as the Empire tightened its grip on the galaxy.

What’s especially intriguing about McDiarmid’s comments is the suggestion that Palpatine would have played a much larger role than fans previously believed. Earlier reports indicated the Emperor would remain mostly in the background, but Lucas apparently envisioned a deeper examination of his rise to power and the political maneuvering that allowed him to transform the Galactic Republic into an authoritarian regime.

The comparison to historical dictators isn’t entirely new. Lucas has previously spoken about Palpatine’s rise as a cautionary tale about how democracies can slowly become dictatorships, drawing inspiration from several real-world historical figures and political movements.

Although Star Wars: Underworld never made it to screens, its influence can still be felt throughout modern Star Warsprojects. Many of the ideas and technologies developed for the series eventually helped pave the way for shows like The Mandalorian, ensuring that Lucas’ ambitious vision wasn’t entirely lost to history.

Amanda Seyfried has opened up about the special relationship she shares with her pets, calling her longtime dog, Finn, her “soulmate.”

In a previous remark about Finn, the “Mean Girls” actress explained that he changed her life in a major way, making her realize that a part of her needed him and the joy he brought.

Seyfried also recently reflected on the backlash she faced over a controversial comment about Charlie Kirk, admitting that she feared for her safety and ended up with a bodyguard.

Amanda Seyfried has doubled down on how deeply connected she feels to her pet dog, Finn.

In an interview with British GQ that has been making the rounds online, the “Mamma Mia!” actress revealed that her beloved Australian Shepherd is undeniably her “soulmate” and opened up about her love for animals.

“I think I have about 50 animals at this point,” she began, adding that she recently lost an old horse but was not sad because the animal lived a “good, grateful life.”

“My soulmate is my dog, Finn,” she continued. “He’s 16½ years old. He was my first dog. I fell so hard in love with life when I met him.”

Seyfried went on to say that aside from Finn, her “favorite animal” is her horse, Herman, whom she noted used to be “an NYPD officer.”

She added that they have a “connection” and that she cannot imagine “not being able to have access to all kinds of animals.”

Social Media Weighs In On Seyfried’s ‘Soulmate’ Comment

Several social media users extended grace to “The Dropout” actress and shared encouraging words following the loss of her pet. Others took to the comment section to gush about her years-long relationship with Finn.

A Reddit user said, “Her relationship with Finn is iconic. Their photos are always so cute. I feel the same way about my dog. My partner and family basically accepts my true soulmate is my dog. We get each other.”

“I’m so glad Finn is still around. I think he’s the celeb pet I’d legit be sad about passing lol,” another user wrote.

Others were puzzled that Seyfried would refer to the animal as her “soulmate,” even though she is married.

“As I was watching it, I wondered what her husband thinks about her dog being her soul mate LOL, hopefully he’s accepting, too,” one user joked.

How Finn Helped Amanda Seyfried Through Anxiety

For fans who follow Seyfried closely, her declaration of love for Finn comes as no surprise.

The furry pet has been a constant fixture by her side for well over a decade and has also appeared with her on late-night talk shows, in magazine shoots, and across her social media account.

In a previous chat with PEOPLE, she disclosed that she used to battle panic attacks and anxiety until she met “the one” on the set of the HBO show “Big Love,” which ran from 2006 to 2011.

“As soon as he was mine, like 24 hours after I got him, I realized something about me needed him,” Seyfried said. “He completely changed my life and helped me find my solitude and my independence. When you have a lifestyle like I did when I was in my early twenties, there were no constants.”

“It was just hard to know where I was going to be the next month because of my career,” she continued. “That’s why I got him.”

Seyfried Tries To Bring Finn To Set

Seyfried added that Finn was instrumental in helping her get her anxiety under control. Since then, she has made sure to negotiate it into her film contracts so Finn can be by her side on set as much as possible.

“My anti-depressant has been a lifesaver,” she said.

“I just can’t picture being anywhere without him,” she says. “Except England. Every time I do a movie over there, I have to leave him. I wouldn’t put him through that plane ride unless I was there for long enough to make sense because he has such a good life when he’s being babysat by my agent.”

Amanda Seyfried Feared For Her Safety After Charlie Kirk Backlash

Seyfried caught some flak last year when she replied to an Instagram Reel compilation of Charlie Kirk, calling him “hateful.”

The comment triggered backlash from Kirk’s supporters, who accused her of implying that his shooting death was justified.

She later shared an Instagram statement saying, “I can get angry about misogyny and racist rhetoric and ALSO very much agree that Charlie Kirk’s murder was absolutely disturbing and deplorable in every way imaginable.”

During her recent interview with British GQ, she admitted that she feared for her own safety after the barrage of backlash, revealing that she even had to hire a bodyguard.

“A, I’m allowed to f-cking voice my feelings, and B, do it in a way that’s not unkind necessarily,” she noted, adding that there is “an outsized fear and hatred and impulse to bash and to tear down,” and she did experience it a little.

“I want my kids to be able to feel safe to voice their opinions as long as they’re not harmful,” Seyfried continued. “So, I’m like, ‘What do I do? What do I say?’ And then all of a sudden I find myself with a f-cking bodyguard at the airport, and I’m like, ‘This is crazy.’”

Harlan Coben‘s stories are unmistakable: they’re emotional, fast-paced, and twisty. The mystery author has produced over a dozen stories for various streaming platforms, most of which are available on Netflix. Over ten of his shows are available to stream right now. The latest entrant is another crime thriller that follows a father on a mission to uncover the truth about his son’s disappearance. Many of Coben’s shows are hits with viewers, consistently appearing in the top ten in the period after their release. But the shows tend to divide critics, and this latest one has proven so.

Titled I Will Find You, the series follows David, played by Avatar‘s Sam Worthington. David has been serving a prison sentence after being convicted of the murder of his son. However, he has someone in his corner in the form of his sister-in-law Rachel (Britt Lower), who never believed David was guilty of the crime. While David has been imprisoned, Rachel, an investigative journalist, has unearthed evidence that her nephew Matthew is still alive. She brings the evidence to David, who decides to break out of prison and find his son. He must outsmart shadowy organizations and law enforcement in his quest to bring Matthew home.

Is ‘I Will Find You’ Worth Watching?

After ten or so shows, the story sounds like typical Harlan Coben, and that’s the exact problem critics found with the show. I Will Find You has debuted with a 71% score on Rotten Tomatoes, signaling a divisive story. This is not Coben’s worst-rated show, but with hits like Run Away, it’s his lowest-rated show this year. Most critics weren’t impressed, and others were downright disappointed by the story’s mediocrity. Collider’s Taylor Gates noted that a missing-person story is not new on TV, but I Will Find You‘s biggest problem is its characters, who make viewers feel like they’ve seen them before in a dozen other shows. “There is ultimately a genericness [in the characters] that permeates, leaning into tropes and archetypes — the persistent reporter, the shady benefactor, the rogue cop, etc. — instead of creating more well-rounded, fleshed-out individuals,” she wrote in her review of I Will Find You Season 1.

Other critics shared similar sentiments, noting that even with flaws such as weak characters and pacing issues, I Will Find You delivers an engaging story. ScreenRant‘s Cher Thompson said the show “makes a concerted effort to ensure that its mystery makes sense and comes to a satisfying conclusion.” Meanwhile, Nick Schager of The Daily Beast compared the show to junk food that “makes viewers crave additional servings (no matter how bad they feel afterward).”

All episodes of I Will Find You are available to stream on Netflix. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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June 18, 2026

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Robert Hull

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Adam Davidson, Maggie Kiley, Maja Vrvilo, Brad Anderson

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Jamie Lynn Spears is opening up about the terrifying day she thought she had lost her daughter forever. 

Nearly a decade after Maddie Aldridge’s near-fatal ATV accident, the actress and her now-18-year-old daughter are reflecting on the ordeal that left their family fearing the worst. 

From desperate prayers to what Spears describes as a miracle recovery, the mother-daughter duo is sharing how the life-changing experience strengthened their faith and forever changed the course of their family’s story.

In a new interview with PEOPLE, Jamie Lynn Spears looked back on the 2017 accident that nearly claimed Maddie’s life. 

“That was the day I thought I’d lost my daughter. Against all odds, this baby girl fought to be here,” the actress revealed.  

Maddie was only eight years old when she was riding an ATV on the family’s property in Fluker, Louisiana. According to Spears, the frightening incident happened in an instant.

“We were watching her, and we still don’t quite know if she was dodging a dog or what it was,” she shared, adding, “She went in the water and me, my father-in-law and my husband [Jamie Watson] ran as fast as we could to go jump in to get her out, but she was stuck under the ATV.”

As family members rushed to help, Spears’s mother-in-law called 911. Emergency responders arrived within minutes to assist in rescuing Maddie from beneath the vehicle.

Spears Thought Her Daughter Was Gone

The situation became even more devastating once Maddie was pulled from the pond.

“When Maddie was pulled out of the water, it was really not a sight anybody wants to see,” Jamie Lynn Spears recalled. “At that point, she was not breathing. We thought that she had passed.”

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Then came a moment the doting mom says she will never forget. A firefighter suddenly announced they had found a pulse.

Maddie was immediately airlifted to a hospital, where doctors placed her in intensive care. She remained in a coma for two days as loved ones waited and prayed for signs of improvement.

The family’s fear grew so severe that a priest was called to administer her last rites. For Spears, the experience was almost impossible to process as she watched her daughter fight for survival.

Jamie Lynn Spears Believes A Miracle Happened In The Hospital

While Maddie remained unconscious, Spears shared that an extraordinary moment unfolded in her hospital room.

“He comes in, and she physically sits up in all her restraints and tubes,” the 35-year-old said while recalling the priest’s visit. “I’m screaming for the doctors, like ‘Come in here now!’”

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The experience left everyone stunned. “Even the priest was like, ‘I’ve never seen anything like what’s happening,’” Spears explained.

For the “All That” actress, that moment strengthened her belief that her daughter could hear the prayers surrounding her.

“I knew she was in there and felt all of us praying. We were given a miracle, and I don’t take it for granted,” she said

Although Maddie has no memory of the accident itself, she believes the ordeal had a lasting impact on the family’s faith.

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According to Spears, “I feel like our faith got a lot stronger. In the end, I think such a negative experience affected us positively.”

Spears Says Maddie’s Recovery Led To A Special Promise

Before the accident, Maddie had often talked about wanting a younger sibling. According to Jamie Lynn Spears, those conversations took on new meaning while her daughter remained in a coma.

“I was bargaining with God, like, ‘Take my arm, take my leg. I don’t care. Just give me my baby back,’” she recalled, adding, “I was like, ‘I’ll have a baby. I’ll have whatever you want.’”

When Maddie finally regained consciousness, Spears immediately remembered one thing. “You going to give me that baby?” she asked her mother.

Spears laughed while remembering her response. “I was like, ‘Oh, He’s already calling in,’” she shared. Only a few months later, the singer became pregnant with her second daughter, Ivey, who was born in 2018.

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Jamie Lynn Spears Celebrates Maddie’s Bright Future

Despite the grim predictions that followed the accident, Maddie made a full recovery and is now preparing for an exciting new chapter.

“Seeing everybody rally around me, it made me realize how blessed I am. It really made me so grateful for every day,” Maddie said during the interview.

The teenager is set to attend the University of Southern Mississippi this August, where she plans to study health sciences while continuing her softball career.

Watching her daughter thrive remains something Spears says she never takes for granted. “I just was so happy to have her, but how in the world did God give her back?” she said.

The actress reflected on everything Maddie has accomplished since that frightening day, saying, “And then He gave her back in a way that she’s succeeding, she’s beautiful, she’s kind, she’s smart…”

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Season 16 of “The Real Housewives of New York City” is expected to premiere sometime in 2026. However, as filming has wrapped, Erin Lichy is dishing on the season and teasing what fans can expect from Carole Radziwill, who is returning as a friend of the show.

This comes after a new report claimed that the fan-favorite “RHONY” star had a feud with Sai de Silva, who first joined the show in season 14 following the full-cast reboot.

Lichy attended The One Party by Uber in New York City in June 2026. While at the event, she spoke to Us Weekly, previewing what viewers can expect from season 16 of “The Real Housewives of New York City.” Notably, the series has been off the air since early 2025.

She teased, “It’s gonna be good. We have some new people that really mesh well with us. They bring some spice. I feel like I found some besties.” Regarding Radziwill’s return to the show, Lichy called her “amazing,” saying she “mixes well” with the other ladies.

The “RHONY” star added, “She brings a whole other element, and seeing her sort of overcome what happened with ‘Love Story,’ while our show was being filmed, was really interesting.”

The Bravo Star Says Carole Radziwill Gets ‘Messy’ In New Season

Lichy continued discussing the upcoming season of “RHONY” by going into specifics about some of her costars. Regarding Radziwill, she revealed that fans will see her get “a little messy” when the series returns. She added, “We love it.”

The 38-year-old also dished on Daisy Toye, who is new for the season, stating, “Daisy’s bringing it. I love her. Daisy and Carole are my girls, but we all really love each other.”

Lichy’s comments come after TMZ reported in June that Radizwill and de Silva maintained a contentious relationship throughout the course of filming. Per the report, this was the case, as Silva noted on camera that Radziwill was mentioned in the Epstein files due to her association with Ghislaine Maxwell.

Some of their interactions were described as de Silva “grilling” Radziwill, stating that she felt the need to do so as she has children.

‘RHONY’ Fans Are Weighing In On The Rumored Carole Radziwill And Sai de Silva Beef

Following Lichy’s comments and the report about Radziwill’s upcoming on-screen drama with de Silva, fans are weighing in. For the most part, social media users feel that, if true, de Silva had a right to question the “RHONY” legend. However, others question whether the 45-year-old may have taken things too far, given Radziwill’s previous explanation of her connection to Maxwell.

One X user said, “Sai is angry and loud every season with someone, and she is never fun or interesting. She’s the sole reason I won’t be tuning in.” Someone else stated, “Sai needs to get some new material if she’s going to come for The Princess Carole.”

However, a different person reacted, saying, “Now I’m interested in watching. I think Carole does need to be grilled on this subject. She shouldn’t even be back in the show. Very disappointed in Andy and company for casting her.”

Lastly, a different “RHONY” fan said, “I believe Carole has explained this. She was in the same circles, so she knew Ghislaine, and she did take her picture. I don’t know how well they knew each other. Not defending Carole, but if people are willing to believe the Clintons didn’t know her, I wouldn’t jump on Carole.”

Sai de Silva Seemingly Confirmed Carole Drama

Following reports of a feud, de Silva took to her Instagram Stories to post a cryptic message, hinting that the rumors about her issues with Radziwill were true. She did so by posting a mirror photo of herself while in a makeup chair.

She captioned the photo “Just out here asking the questions that everyone wants to know…” Naturally, most “RHONY” fans assume she used the post to confirm that she did, in fact, ask the 62-year-old about her inclusion in the Epstein files.

Erin Lichy Previously Discussed The Upcoming Season

Lichy appeared on “Watch What Happens Live” in April 2026, roughly a month after the “Real Housewives of New York City” cast had begun filming. During the episode, host Andy Cohen teased, “If y’all knew all of the insanity that Erin is in the middle of right now, shooting the ‘Housewives of New York,’ you would understand why she needs a night off tonight.”

She responded, “Yes, correct.” The rest of the “RHONY” season 16 cast includes returner Jessel Taank and other newbies Hailey Glassman and Erika Hammond.

A family vacation takes a devastating turn in New York City this week after a sightseeing trip ended in tragedy. Eighteen-year-old Romanch Mahajan visits Central Park with family members when a frightening chain of events unfolds. And, it’s leaving witnesses in shock and his loved ones facing an unimaginable loss.

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Mahajan’s Family Sightseeing Trip Turns Into Terrifying Ordeal

According to reports, an 18-year-old tourist identified as Romanch Mahajan was riding in a horse-drawn carriage with family members on Wednesday afternoon when the horse suddenly became startled and bolted through Central Park. Authorities say the carriage operator had stepped away from his position near the horse to take a photo of the passengers when the animal took off. Witnesses described seeing the horse race through the park as the carriage sped out of control before ultimately colliding with another carriage and overturning. During the incident, the crash reportedly threw Mahajan from the carriage, causing him to suffer a severe head injury.

Bystanders Rush To Help As Tragedy Unfolds

Emergency crews rush to the scene as shocked bystanders call 911 and try to help. Mahajan is taken to a nearby hospital, where he later dies from his injuries. Witnesses describe the scene as chaotic, with family members visibly shaken as emergency teams work to provide aid. Officials later confirm that the horse, a 7-year-old named Sampson, does not suffer any injuries during the incident.

Critics Renew Push To End Horse Carriages

The tragedy has since reignited debate surrounding New York City’s horse-drawn carriage industry. Transit Workers Union officials criticize the driver’s actions, saying carriage operators are not supposed to leave their horses unattended to take photos. Meanwhile, activists, lawmakers, and animal welfare advocates have renewed calls to ban horse-drawn carriages altogether, arguing that recent incidents involving carriage horses highlight ongoing safety concerns for both passengers and animals. The accident comes just days after another carriage horse reportedly collapsed and died in Central Park, adding even more scrutiny to the long-running controversy.

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It looks like Toosii‘s football chapter has come to an end. According to LSU head coach Lane Kiffin, the rapper has stepped away from the university’s football program and returned his focus to music after attempting to balance both careers.

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LSU Coach Opens Up About Toosii’s Decision To Leave Football

On Wednesday, June 17, reports surfaced that Toosii had stepped away from LSU’s football program and returned to pursuing music full-time, according to head coach Lane Kiffin.

During a recent appearance on Tyrann Mathieu’s podcast, Kiffin said Toosii decided to step away from football after struggling to balance college athletics with his music career. The coach also revealed that the rapper had signed a promotional deal with a gambling company. According to Kiffin, the partnership created additional challenges due to NCAA rules and restrictions.

“He signed with one of the gambling companies where you do commercials and promotional work,” Kiffin said on the podcast, which was released Tuesday.

According to WBRZ, Toosii informed the team that he wanted to return to focusing on music after pursuing football at the collegiate level. Kiffin also pushed back against claims that Toosii’s time with the program was merely for publicity.

“I really enjoyed being around him. It wasn’t a stunt at all,” Kiffin said. “He really wanted to see if he could do it.”

Social Media Reacts

The news quickly sparked reactions across social media, with many users weighing in on Toosii’s decision.

Instagram user @mermaidvibezz2 wrote, “lol Toosii just be doing stuff 😂”

Another Instagram user @ashaximan wrote, “They must got that man doing drills 😂”

While Instagram user @alliyahtc wrote, “lmaooo playing in them people establishment”

Instagram user @respectfullykween wrote, “Toosii…. please stay out these ppl schools and get in the studio 😂😂”

Another Instagram user @tymaniiii wrote, “And that position could’ve been given to someone who really wanted it and was gon take it serious”

While Instagram user @superthrowedddd wrote, “He going through a mid life crisis at 26”

Instagram user @Elise.j_ wrote, “They money was drying up 😂”

Another Instagram user @44everkey wrote, “Da,mn he must’ve gotten knocked out on the field and said heeellll naww back to the music”

While Instagram user @s.boujee_ wrote, “He did it for the plot yall knew he wasn’t serious when he kept switching schools 😂

Toosii & Samaria J Recently Sparked Relationship Speculation Online

The football news comes shortly after Toosii made headlines for a viral Threads post that left fans questioning the status of his relationship. The 26-year-old rapper sparked conversation after asking followers, “Is love cooked these days?” The post quickly gained traction online, with many fans wondering whether Toosii was hinting at issues in his own relationship. Some users questioned why he would ask the question while reportedly engaged, while others pointed out that his engagement photos with fiancée Samaria J appeared to have been removed from his Instagram account.

The speculation also followed a viral post from Samaria J, the mother of Toosii’s children and his longtime fiancée. In the post, she shared that she loves her partner and wants to be married to one person forever. However, she admitted she does not want to share a room or live with a man. The post quickly went viral and sparked major reactions online. It also led to a public response from Toosii, adding even more fuel to the ongoing relationship speculation.

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For celebrity aesthetician Jess Bowers — who has worked with numerous notable stars including Pamela Anderson — keeping it simple is the answer.

“Less is more has always been my approach to beauty,” she tells Us.

The NYC-based facialist is known for her fast, intuitive results, calming aggravated complexions and delivering a noticeable glow. Her minimalist, no-nonsense approach has earned her a loyal following seeking solutions for a range of skin concerns. The issue she’s hearing about most right now? The area around the eyes.

“The biggest complaints are dark circles, puffiness and eye bags,” she says, as well as “sagging and fine lines.” Bowers has a theory as to why the eye area is receiving more attention.

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“For a while, the focus has been on achieving ‘glass skin’ or finding the best skincare routine in general, but not so much on the eyes,” she explains. “So even if your skin is glowing, discoloration, crepiness or visible volume loss can throw everything off.”

The age of clients coming to her with these trouble spots has gotten increasingly younger.

“For a while, it was people in their 30s and older. Now, I have clients in their early 20s asking about eye treatments,” she notes. “I think increased screen time plays a role. All that late-night doomscrolling can also contribute to more creasing from squinting, as well as side sleeping.”

When treating the eye area during her sessions, Bowers relies on a unique massage technique that uses an incredibly light touch to stimulate circulation.

“I focus on increasing blood flow in a way that mimics the circulatory boost you get from an ice bath,” she explains. “Then, I incorporate cryotherapy, which is the cherry on top.”

If you’re unable to visit Bowers in person at the intimate skin speakeasy where she practices in the West Village, don’t fret: she shared her easy-to-follow daily recommendations with Us for keeping the delicate eye area moisturized, smooth and refreshed all season.

And while skincare certainly plays a role, Bowers also swears by a few on-the-go tools she keeps in her purse for a well-rested appearance. Read all about it:

THINK BEYOND TOPICALS

While Bowers stresses to always consult a doctor before beginning a new supplement, she praises BioAstin Hawaiian Astaxanthin for its potent antioxidant properties that help boost the skin’s defense against UV-induced oxidative stress.

INSTANT FIX

One nonnegotiable in her routine is the Adapt Cream from Pamela Anderson’s clean, vegan skincare line, Sonsie. She applies it all over her face and neck, but especially loves the healthy, hydrated glow it gives her under-eyes.

POWER DUO

Guys care about their under-eyes too! The pro recommends Harry’s Cooling Eye Kit, which includes a stick packed with feel-good aloe vera, seawater and caffeine, plus a weighted zinc tool to quickly bring down puffiness.

FOR A MORE CONTOURED APPEARANCE

She uses Jillian Dempsey’s Gold Sculpting Bar “to gently de-puff and lightly sculpt the eye area before a big event.”

BYE-BYE, TIRED EYES

Too much screen time and squinting in the sun? Bowers swears by Clarins Total Eye Lift, a sustainable product that’s formulated with organic white horehound to help combat the negative effects of blue light and organic horse chestnut escin to target dark circles.

SLEEP SAVIOR

“One easy way to support the eye area is switching to a silk pillowcase or silk eye mask,” she says. “For side sleepers, it can help reduce creasing around the eyes.” Try Slip’s Pure Silk Pillowcase.

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Dehydration is a top skincare concern during the summer, so Us Weekly spoke with NYC-based aesthetician Jess Bowers to discover the best solutions for scoring super-moisturized, glowy skin. The celebrity facialist — who sees clients from around the world from a private skin speakeasy in the West Village — believes less is always more when […]

A CULT-FAVORITE

“They are the only under-eye masks that truly work,” she says of Goop Beauty’s Lift + Depuff Eye Masks. “I like to keep them in the fridge for an extra cooling effect.”

ORGANIC APPROACH

“Use chilled eye compresses, like tea eye pads — it’s a simple, more natural way to help inflamed or tired-looking skin appear more awake,” says the NYC-based expert. (Her go-to is Baudelaire’s Eyes Tea.)

FRENCH PHARMACY FAVORITE

Bowers touts Embryolisse’s Intense Lift Eye Cream for its ability to leave the eye area soft and radiant, thanks to evening primrose oil and organic chestnut blossom extract.

ON-THE-GO RESET

Summer travel can lead to a fatigued appearance, so she suggests packing True Botanicals’ stainless steel De-Puff Under Eye Roller. It’s lightweight and compact, making it easy to keep on hand for a quick massage that can help enhance the absorption of your favorite eye products.

BAG ESSENTIALS

A STYLISH SHIELD

Guard against hours of screen time — or disguise tired eyes in an instant — with blue-light-blocking glasses like Good In Bed’s KAI in Dark Tortoise.

EYE-OPENING HACK

Draw attention away from fine lines and shadows by lifting and curling lashes with the Hermès Le Courbe-Cils Eyelash Curler.

FLAWLESS COVERAGE

Effortlessly conceal dark circles, redness and other imperfections with Dior Forever Skin Perfect, a sweat and water-resistant foundation.