There are very few actors out there who can sell a movie by their name alone, but Glen Powellis quickly proving that he’s in an elite club. Thanks to his work in movies like Anyone But You, Top Gun: Maverick, and Twisters, Powell’s combination of charm and dedication to his roles has made him an actor to watch. It’s also led movie fans to slowly discover his earlier roles, including a Netflix series that puts a fresh spin on a long-running science fiction franchise. What’s more, Powell isn’t the only recognizable face in the cast, as Jenna Ortegahas a major role in the series as well.
The series in question? Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous. As its name suggests, Camp Cretaceous is an offshoot of the Jurassic World movies, and follows six teenagers who’ve won a trip to Camp Cretaceous, a program that’s part of the Jurassic World theme park. However, once the events of the first Jurassic Worldkick off, the teens are stranded and have to learn to work together in order to survive the packs of wild dinosaurs and other threats on Isla Nublar. Running for five seasons, Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous not only manages to replicate the danger and spectacle of the Jurassic World movies, but exceeds them in one key way.
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‘Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous’ Thrives Thanks to Its Characters
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What makes Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous stand outis its focus on its human characters, particularly the six teens it follows. The differences between these teens are stark, as dinosaur fanatic Darius (Paul-Mikél Williams) initially butts heads with rich kid Kenji (Ryan Potter), while the athletic Yaz (Kasuar Mohammed) couldn’t be more different from vlogger Brooklynn (Ortega) or farm girl Sammy (Raini Rodriguez). As Camp Cretaceous progresses, the teens start to form a friendship and even put their skills to the test, whether it’s Darius’ dinosaur knowledge helping them survive or Yaz and Sammy forming a relationship. The character who changes the most is Ben (Sean Giambrone); once a shy and socially awkward teen, he grows into a more confident survivor and even forms a relationship with an Ankylosaurus he names “Bumpy.”
The same treatment is even given to Glen Powell’s character, Dave. Dave and his fellow camp counselor Roxie (Jameela Jamil) are polar opposites, with Roxie being hyper-focused on keeping strict schedules while Dave is more laid back. However, Dave does show flashes of humanity beyond his laid-back surfer boy persona, as he winds up saving Kenji and Darius early in the series; he and Roxie also try to save the teens in the back half of Season 1. The duo even reappears at the end of Camp Cretaceous to get the campers home, which gives the series a full circle moment and Powell a chance to flex his dramatic chops.
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Collider Exclusive · Sci-Fi Survival Quiz Which Sci-Fi World Would You Survive? The Matrix · Mad Max · Blade Runner · Dune · Star Wars
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Five universes. Five completely different ways the future went wrong — or sideways, or up in flames. Only one of them is the world your instincts were built for. Eight questions will figure out which dystopia, galaxy, or desert wasteland you’d actually make it out of alive.
💊The Matrix
🔥Mad Max
🌧️Blade Runner
🏜️Dune
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🚀Star Wars
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You sense something is deeply wrong with the world around you. What do you do? The first instinct is often the truest one.
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In a world of scarcity, what resource do you guard most fiercely? What we protect reveals what we believe survival actually requires.
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What kind of threat keeps you up at night? Fear is useful data — if you’re honest about what you’re actually afraid of.
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How do you deal with authority you don’t trust? Every dystopia has a power structure. Your approach to it determines everything.
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Which environment could you actually endure long-term? Survival isn’t just tactical — it’s physical, psychological, and very much about where you are.
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Who do you want in your corner when things fall apart? The company you keep is the clearest signal of who you actually are.
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Where do you draw the line — if you draw one at all? Every survivor eventually faces a moment that tests what they’re actually made of.
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What would actually make survival worth it? Staying alive is one thing. Having a reason to is another.
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Your Fate Has Been Calculated You’d Survive In…
Your answers point to the world your instincts were built for. This is the universe your temperament, your survival instincts, and your particular brand of stubbornness were made for.
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The Resistance, Zion
The Matrix
You took the red pill a long time ago — probably before anyone offered it to you. You’re a systems thinker who can’t help but notice the seams in things.
You’re drawn to understanding how the system works before figuring out how to break it.
You’d find the Resistance, or it would find you — your instinct for spotting constructed realities is the machines’ worst nightmare.
You function best when you have access to information and the freedom to act on it.
The Matrix built an airtight prison. You’d be the one probing the walls for the door.
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The Wasteland
Mad Max
The wasteland doesn’t reward the clever or the well-connected — it rewards those who are hard to kill and harder to break. That’s you.
You don’t need comfort, community, or a cause larger than the next horizon.
You need a vehicle, a clear threat, and enough fuel to outrun it — and you’re good at all three.
You are unsentimental enough to survive that world, and decent enough — just barely — to be something more than another raider.
In the wasteland, that distinction is everything.
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Los Angeles, 2049
Blade Runner
You’d survive here because you know how to exist in moral grey areas without losing yourself completely.
You read people accurately, keep your circle small, and ask the questions others prefer not to answer.
In a city where humanity is a legal designation rather than a feeling, you hold onto something that keeps you functional.
You’re not a hero. But you’re not lost, either.
In Blade Runner’s world, that distinction is everything.
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Arrakis
Dune
Arrakis is the most hostile environment in the known universe — and you are precisely the kind of person it rewards.
Patience, discipline, and political awareness are your core strengths — and on Arrakis, they’re survival tools.
You understand that the long game matters more than any single victory.
Others come to Dune and are consumed by it. You’d learn its logic and earn its respect.
In time, you wouldn’t just survive Arrakis — you’d begin to reshape it.
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A Galaxy Far, Far Away
Star Wars
The galaxy far, far away is vast, loud, and in a constant state of violent political upheaval — and you wouldn’t have it any other way.
You find meaning in being part of something larger than yourself — a cause, a crew, a rebellion.
You’d gravitate toward the Rebellion, or the fringes, or whatever pocket of the galaxy still believes the Empire’s grip can be broken.
You fight — not because you have to, but because standing aside isn’t something you’re capable of.
In Star Wars, that willingness is what makes all the difference.
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‘Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous’ Spawned A Sequel Series
Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous became a major hit, scoring the highest ratings of any entry in the Jurassic World franchise and a dedicated fanbase. Netflix capitalized on this success by releasing a sequel series, Jurassic World: Chaos Theory. While Chaos Theory still keeps the strong mix of characterization and spectacle that defines Camp Cretaceous, it takes a major leap forward in time and shows the characters six years later and how their experiences on Isla Nublar affected them. Showrunner Scott Kreamer said that the biggest draw of working on Chaos Theory was exploring the dynamic between man and dinosaur that was teased in Jurassic World: Dominion.
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“What’s great about Dominion is it tells this big story about what it looks like with dinosaurs in the world. Well, what does that look like for an everyday person?”
Those who watched Dominion know that the final result left a lot to be desired, but Jurassic World: Chaos Theory leaped at the chance to show how living among dinosaurs affects Darius and his friends. While Glen Powell didn’t return for Chaos Theory, his role in Camp Cretaceous shows that the trick to making a great Jurassic movie isn’t big dinosaurs and cutting edge effects but having actual characters the audience grows to care about.
POSTER FOR AVENGERS DOOMSDAYImage via Marvel Studios
This last weekend was an exciting one for Marvel fans, when Marvel Studios took the stage at Hall H late Saturday Night to announce some exciting updates about the future of the franchise. Arguably the most exciting announcement of the evening came when Marvel turned out the lights, only to turn them back on and confirm that Ryan Gosling had been cast as the next Ghost Rider in a Shawn Levy-directed film coming to theaters in 2028. Marvel also brought out Ryan Coogler to promote the next Black Panther movie, which is coming to theaters Christmas 2028, around one year after the premiere of Avengers: Secret Wars. Coogler also announced that David Jonsson, famed for his roles in Alien: Romulus and The Long Walk, will portray the son of T’Challa, the next Black Panther.
Marvel also brought out Anthony and Joe Russo to promote the next Avengers movie, Avengers: Doomsday, which is coming to theaters later this year on December 18. Not only was new footage from Doomsday released, but nearly the entire cast of the film (minus a few) were brought out on stage to talk about the movie, which is expected to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the year. In partnership with Marvel Studios, Hasbro has officially unveiled a stacked lineup of figures inspired by the many heroes and villains in Avengers: Doomsday, with various members of the X-Men, Fantastic Four, and Avengers all getting new figures, along with the featured villain, Doctor Doom (played by Robert Downey Jr). The first-look images of the many new figures can be found below.
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Collider Exclusive · Marvel Personality Quiz Which MCU Hero Are You? Spider-Man · Daredevil · Iron Man · Punisher · Thor · Cap
Six heroes. One destiny. Answer 10 questions to discover which Marvel Cinematic Universe hero shares your personality, values, and fighting spirit. Will you swing, fly, or thunder your way to glory?
🕷️Spider-Man
😈Daredevil
🤖Iron Man
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💀Punisher
⚡Thor
🛡️Cap
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What drives you to do what’s right? Choose the answer that feels most like you.
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It’s 2 AM. Where are you? Your answer says more about you than you’d think.
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How do you handle a villain who keeps escaping justice? Every hero has a method. What’s yours?
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How do you feel about keeping a secret identity? The mask — or the lack of one — says everything.
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You’ve lost someone important because of your heroism. How do you carry that? Every hero pays a price. The question is how they pay it.
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What’s your role when working with a team? Who you are under pressure is who you actually are.
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Where do you draw the line between justice and revenge? The answer defines what kind of hero you really are.
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When you’re not saving the world, what does life look like? The person behind the mask is always the more interesting story.
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What keeps you up at night? Fear is useful data — if you’re honest about what you’re actually afraid of.
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The battle is lost. You’re outnumbered, outgunned, and exhausted. What do you do? This is your tiebreaker — choose carefully.
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Your Hero Has Been Identified Your MCU Hero Is…
Based on your answers, the Marvel hero who matches your spirit, values, and instincts has been revealed.
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Queens, New York
🕷️ Spider-Man
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You carry the weight of the world on shoulders that are younger than they should have to be — funny, loyal, and endlessly self-sacrificing.
You do the right thing not because it’s easy, but because no one else will.
You understand that responsibility isn’t a burden you choose — it’s one that finds you.
Whether it’s a neighbourhood mugging or a multiverse crisis, you show up.
Peter Parker’s lesson — that great power demands great responsibility — isn’t a slogan to you. It’s the code you live by, even when it costs you everything.
Hell’s Kitchen, New York
😈 Daredevil
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You fight in the shadows between law and chaos, guided by a fierce moral compass that refuses to let the guilty walk free.
You use every tool available — your mind, your body, your faith — to protect those the system overlooks.
You’ve looked into the darkness and chosen not to become it, though the line has never been easy.
Matt Murdock’s duality — champion in the courtroom, devil in the alley — mirrors your own.
Relentless, conflicted, and unwilling to stop. That is exactly you.
Stark Industries, Malibu
🤖 Iron Man
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Brilliant, driven, and occasionally insufferable — but always the person who solves the unsolvable problem.
You lead with your mind and back it up with resources, innovation, and a stubbornness that borders on heroic.
You started out looking out for yourself, but somewhere along the way the world became your responsibility.
Tony Stark’s arc — from ego to sacrifice — is your arc too.
You build, you plan, and when the moment comes, you’re willing to give everything. Because in the end, you’re Iron Man.
New York City
💀 The Punisher
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You’ve been through fire that would break most people — and it did change you, completely. What’s left is unyielding, relentless, and operating by a code forged in grief.
You don’t ask for forgiveness, and you don’t expect gratitude.
You see a corrupt, broken world and you’ve decided to do something about it, consequences be damned.
Frank Castle’s war is born from love twisted by loss — and so is yours.
Uncompromising and unflinching — the world may not agree with your methods, but your conviction is absolute.
Asgard · Protector of the Nine Realms
⚡ Thor
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Powerful, proud, and on a lifelong journey to become worthy of the legend you carry.
You lead with strength but have learned — sometimes painfully — that true greatness comes from humility and growth.
You’re larger than life, yet more vulnerable than you let on.
Thor’s story is one of transformation: from arrogant prince to worthy king, from isolated warrior to beloved protector.
You bring the storm when it’s needed — and the warmth when it matters just as much.
Brooklyn, New York · The Avengers
🛡️ Captain America
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You believe in something bigger than yourself — and you fight for it even when the world has moved on and nobody else will.
You don’t bully the small guy, and you never stop when it gets hard.
Steve Rogers didn’t become a hero when he got the serum — he was always one. So were you.
Your strength isn’t in your fists; it’s in your refusal to compromise what’s right, no matter the cost.
In a world full of people taking the easy road, you’re the one who picks up the shield and stands up — every single time.
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Is Deadpool in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’?
Ryan Reynolds also showed up in costume this weekend at San Diego Comic-Con as Deadpool, even grabbing a mic and asking if there was any additional photography or room for any more stars. Doctor Doom actor Robert Downey Jr shut this down, but many fans are still convinced that he’s going to have a role in the film, especially after the colossal success of Deadpool & Wolverine. With both Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars confirmed to be the final chapter in the Multiverse Saga, it’s a safe bet that there will be plenty of heroes who have not yet been announced. Even so, the lineup as it stands is as stacked as it’s ever been for a superhero movie.
Check out the new Avengers: Doomsday figures and stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of the movie.
Bold and the Beautiful 2-Week Spoilers for July 27 – August 7, 2026 see Finn Finnegan (Tanner Novlan) really struggling as he’s drawn towards his biological mother versus his wife’s unwavering ultimatum to stay away. Plus, Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) gets a warning that hits close to home.
Also, in the two weeks of July 27th through August 7th, we’re going to see those Monaco remote episodes. Plus, Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) shows up to harass Hope Logan (Annika Noelle). We got all that, lots more. Let’s get right to it.
Bold and the Beautiful: Dylan and Will’s Night Together
On Monday, July 27th, Melissa Dylan (Sydney Bullock) wakes up blissed out in Will’s arms on his sofa. Dylan made bold moves to try and make Will her man about five minutes after he and Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) broke up and Dylan is unapologetically going after what she wants. She and Will swap awkward good mornings and then it’s time for them to get to work.
Dylan’s going to head to Forrester Creations and Will heads to work at Logan. He runs into his big brother Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) who takes a look at Will and wonders if he’s moved on from Electra with somebody else already. And Will may confide in Wyatt and tell him that Dylan wanted to help him forget what happened.
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Up at Logan, Allison tries to warn Hope that she couldn’t stop Steffy from barging in. Hope isn’t happy to see her stepsister, and Steffy tells Allison she doesn’t bite, but the receptionist tells Steffy that’s not what she heard about her. And then Steffy wants Hope to admit that what she’s doing at Logan is wrong.
Steffy’s ranting about her collection, about Hope coming over to Logan. Steffy saying all of it was wrong. And Hope says she’s at Logan now where she is actually wanted. But Steffy won’t let up and says that Hope pulled the grenade pin and started a war. She’s not interested in anything that Steffy has to say and is going to push back hard.
B&B Spoilers: Finn’s Conflicted Loyalties and Sheila’s Persistence
Then on Tuesday, July 28th, Finn makes a promise to Steffy that his loyalty will always be to her. Finn makes it clear she comes before Sheila Carter (Kimberlin Brown) and he won’t break the ultimatum that Steffy’s given him. Will gets a reality check from Wyatt. I’m sure he doesn’t like that Will punched Eric Forrester (John McCook), but I’m also sure that Wyatt is going to believe it was an unfortunate accident, but he knows that Will needs to rein in his temper.
Jessica’s back, so I’m sure that means she and Dylan are talking up at Bikini Bar. Jessica encouraged Dylan to go for it with Will. And boy did she do that. Wednesday, July 29th, we’re going to have Electra bossing Dylan around about Will. Even though Electra says she’ll never be with Will again, she’s not okay with Dylan pursuing him. I expect threats and ultimatums like Electra has done in the past with Dylan.
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But this time, I think she’s not going to hold back with Electra. I am fully expecting that she will threaten Dylan’s job and that Electra will say, “If you want to be my friend, you can never be with Will.” And we’re also going to see Dylan looking sexy with a smoky eye and a whole new determined look because one night with Will and she’s a whole new woman. Apparently, these scenes last for a couple of episodes.
Bold and Beautiful Spoilers: Sheila Desperate to Win Steffy Over
Sheila tries to argue the point of why she should be allowed into Steffy, Finn, and Hayes Forrester Finnegan’s (Bryan Garlick) lives. So, we’ll see if Sheila is doing this face to face with Steffy or if she’s talking to her roommate or if Sheila has gone back over to try and convince Finn to get her some facetime with Steffy to talk about it.
Then on Thursday, July 30th, Dylan confesses about her night of passion with Will because Dylan says something that totally shocks Electra. In the Forrester design office, she is furious and raging at Dylan. We’ve got Electra saying, “Tell me that you didn’t.” Oh, yes. Dylan did do it and maybe more than once if she got the chance.
Electra and Dylan’s friendship is likely done after this. And I wouldn’t be surprised if Electra fires Dylan since she is her boss. And Electra knows the Forresters will back her up on the firing because Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and the rest of them all despise Will for what he did to Eric, which they all think was not an accident.
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Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig) and Finn have an intense talk at the Malibu house. And as they talk, Taylor begins to see that Finn’s walls are coming down about Sheila. So Taylor may warn Steffy that Finn is feeling very conflicted about his biological mom.
B&B Spoilers: Steffy Considers the Risks
Friday, July 31st, after Taylor talks to Finn, we’re going to see Steffy pondering the risk of giving Sheila a chance to be in their lives. We also have Sheila pouring her heart out to Li Finnegan (Naomi Matsuda) about how desperate she is to get back into Finn’s life and Hayes’s life, too. And we’ll find out at this point if Sheila and Li are really roommates.
Finn and Li both really think Sheila’s changed, but I doubt that Steffy’s stance is going to soften without something changing. But things are going to change soon. We also have Sheila sitting and talking to herself, saying, “Why won’t you open your heart and let me in, Steffy? Why?”
Bold and the Beautiful: Monaco Drama and Strategic Maneuvering
We also know the scenes from the Monaco location shoot are going to air soon. Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Ridge head to Monte Carlo for Forrester business. Steffy’s there too and she decides to bring Finn along maybe to make sure Sheila can’t get to him if he stays back in LA. Monte Carlo is a place of great importance for Steffy and Finn.
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If you remember, that’s where Steffy first saw that Finn wasn’t dead and rushed into his arms. And with them shooting scenes at a church, I do wonder if Steffy and Finn might renew their vows or Brooke and Ridge since they got married in an office and not in a church at all. Brad Bell said that the Monte Carlo scenes will be in a church and on the beach. Called it a secret story that ties into a game-changing plot.
Once she realizes Steffy and Finn left the country, Sheila decides to follow them, hops on a plane, and stalks them to Monaco. Things get heated when Steffy spots Sheila on the beach and Steffy comes over to rant and rage at Sheila for following them. But it looks like Steffy or Finn might be in danger and Sheila may save one or both of them.
Bold and the Beautiful Spoiler: Finn Finnegan – Will Spencer
Bold and Beautiful Spoilers: Will Tries to Make Amends
Meanwhile, back in LA, Will’s making an effort to smooth things over with Electra. I had hoped that now that he and Dylan got close that Will would just not talk to her again. Everybody has said it’s not going to work out and he needs to put Electra behind him. But let’s face it, Will is a sucker for her. But I bet Electra is going to rage at him over spending the night with Dylan.
Then the week of August 3rd through the 7th, we’ve got Steffy, Finn, Brooke, Ridge, and Sheila having these few episodes in Monaco before they head back to LA. We’ll find out more about this dramatic life-changing event that Brad Bell promised us and whether Sheila can finally earn Steffy’s trust.
B&B Spoilers: Will May Lash Out
Will may be upset that Dylan told Electra about their night of passion, but Dylan will probably justify and tell Will, “Look, this was for the best. She was never going to take you back anyway.” The Forresters also will never let Electra be with him. And also, I think Dylan may tell him, “Look, Will, you deserve better than Electra. She’s selfish. She always puts others before you.”
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We also may see Electra looking for revenge on Dylan anf if Electra doesn’t already fire her in week one, I think she will in week two. She’s not going to like it that Dylan got intimate with Will. And R.J. Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) is going to be right there cheering Electra on and definitely encouraging her to forget Will. R.J. will probably be saying stuff like, “Will’s like all the Spencers, liars and cheaters.” And R.J. may try and say, “Will cheated with Dylan” when that’s not the case at all. Not even a little.
Katie Logan (Heather Tom) still reeling from Brooke kicking her out of the family. And Eric and Donna Logan (Jennifer Gareis) not telling the truth is totally cowardly on both their parts. I’m sure that Hope is going to catch Katie up on the nastiness that Steffy spewed at her and she and Katie are going to renew their plans to put Forrester Creations behind them and make Logan a smash success.
Ms. Rachel Shares Her Thoughts On Investigation Into Death Of Nolan Xavier Wells
On Sunday, July 26, Ms. Rachel took to Threads to share a message with her more than 2.3 million followers. “We know the investigation and everything that followed would have been different if Nolan Wells were white and his friends were black. Nolan and his family deserve justice,” she wrote.
Instagram user @authorjon wrote, “Ms. Rachel said she educates adults too”
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While Instagram user @rifineasss added, “This Is Why We Love Ms. Rachel!!”
Instagram user @r0832t wrote, “I knew Rachel SharKeshia Johnson was going to step!”
While Instagram user @_kee_shuh_ added, “Now icky sticky icky sticky bubblegum that! We love Ms Rachel! 🩷”
Instagram user @1jhead wrote, “You know what, Ms. Rachel marathon for my nieces today”
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While Instagram user @nikkifrankly added, “Let me turn on Ms. Rachel for my pets while I’m at work…”
Instagram user @nezzy_hairkreationz wrote, “She Will lose some viewers for this but Her BLESSINGS WILL Continue to overflow!!!!!!!! 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽🙏🏽”
While Instagram user @laydinelle added, “Risking her livelihood to speak up is why the brown babies gonna run those numbers up”
Instagram user @minimix.studio wrote, “We call her BIG RACH in our house! 👏🏾”
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While Instagram user @alexes_ciarra added, “Can you say J U S T I C E? Justice! ✊🏽”
More On The Investigation Into Death Of Nolan Xavier Wells
As The Shade Room previously reported, Ms. Rchael’s comment arrives amid comments from Nolan Wells’ “best friends” Warren Hudson and Tracestin Shepherd. Most recently, Hudson alleged that no content was deleted from Wells’ phone, despite his parents feeling otherwise. Additionally, Shepherd spoke on feeling backstabbed by the Black community, and feeling “blamed” for what happened to Wells.
Meanwhile, Benjamin Crump responded to Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, saying that he and Rev. Al Sharpton stoked division. This, while a report has asserted that Wells’ friends have been served with spoliation letters.
After his breakout role in a vertical microdrama, Nick Skonberg is opening up about his decision to make his next film his last.
“There was definitely a moment after that viral tweet [about my role on Loving My Brother’s Best Friend] blew up that I was like, ‘OK, maybe this is just my full time thing for the next little bit while I’m auditioning for other things,’” Skonberg, 23, exclusively told Us. “Then I think I was kind of taking a step back and looking at the microdrama industry as a whole.”
“How can I form my own kind of voice within this? Because the vertical timeline moves fast. Audiences are expecting an actor to come back every month or every month and a half, which is very different from a traditional acting career,” he noted. “Most actors on a certain level, you’re going to see them once a year. You’ll see them for the two months before that film comes out and then you’ll see them during that film.”
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After filming his second vertical film, The Cheer Scandal, Skonberg chose to make a change, adding, “I was looking at what can I do to stand out a little bit. Maybe if I can approach this more like a traditional Hollywood career and am a bit more specific with the [microdramas] that I do and I have a delay in between projects, I can build some anticipation with that.”
He continued: “I’m specific about the movies I do and I feel good about [that]. Especially because there’s some great actors in the vertical scene but you’re expected to do a lot of films. I thought it would be interesting for what I’m trying to do if I kept my numbers small.”
The choice came with some pressure. “But I was also thinking that if there’s a way to make that opportunity really a launch point then that means I have to play it smart and specific,” he explained. “There is definitely pressure. But I really hope people are excited. I’m cooking something that I think will make up for my absence.”
Many TikTok users are familiar with ads popping up on their For You Page for fanfiction-esque shows. From age-gap romances to forbidden love stories, each miniseries feels like a mix between a soap opera and a Lifetime movie. The point of the ads is to drive users to download applications such as ReelShort, CandyJar and DramaBox that host the short shows, which usually last a minute or so per episode and are designed for mobile viewing.
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CandyJar
CandyJar’s content — including Skonberg’s Loving My Brother’s Best Friend — went viral as mostly female viewers tuned in to get their romance fix. Skonberg, meanwhile, got his start doing short films. His collaboration with CandyJar marked his first role out of college and paved the way for more opportunities — including him being more involved in his third and final project with the company.
“We’re not officially greenlit yet but we’re pipelining to an official green light for the third and final vertical that I am going to do with CandyJar. I’m writing and producing on this one as well, which is exciting,” he told Us. “I’ve been prepping hard for that the past couple months.”
“It comes from my genuine love of the coming-of-age genre. There is a little bit of Risky Business in there. There’s a little bit of American Graffiti and Rebel Without a Cause. There is a forbidden romance,” he teased. ”I was trying to figure out how to add spectacle to this. These characters are like 17 but I think we pulled off some cool stuff. I’m just looking at how we can really make something that feels a little definitive for verticals at this early stage. How can we really like — as a collective — create something that the audience has been wanting?”
Looking back at his time at CandyJar, Skonberg couldn’t be more grateful.
It is never easy to unexpectedly say goodbye to your favorite characters — and 2026 has featured an influx of shocking departures on our TV screens from Grey’s Anatomy to Virgin River. Virgin River fans were surprised when showrunner Patrick Sean Smith confirmed multiple characters were written off the show after season 7. Marco Grazzini addressed […]
“I’m really excited that the industry at large is taking a look at it. That makes me really confident coming into this third one. It makes me just really happy for all the people there,” he added. “I can’t say enough how good the people at Candy Jar are. It’s just really good people doing hard work.”
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Skonberg, for his part, is hoping to do more feature films, sharing, “There’s so many interesting things with the landscape films that are going out right now. There’s a lot of parts that I want to play and a lot that haven’t been written that I wanted to play that’ll hopefully come my way.”
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Later this year, Skonberg will appear in his first feature film titled Bloodstained Ivory. He is also hoping to explore more of every genre — including rom-coms — while also expanding into directing in the future.
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“I lost 15 pounds [for this role]. I played piano for five months. It was a long process but it’s a film I think that means a lot to me,” he teased. “I also really wanted to play with my height in this role. Something that I wanted to explore was the danger that can exist in a guy that you go to class with or a guy that lives next door. It was about making him really unassuming until he needed to be. It also just made me feel like not myself and I think that was what I wanted for this guy.”
He concluded: “Part of the reason I fell in love with acting was it felt like I was able to have a voice that didn’t have any responsibility to Nick. I love a transformation role. I think it’s where I feel the most comfortable.”
Marvel Studios has managed to pull off something that feels almost impossible in today’s internet age: keeping one of the biggest casting secrets completely under wraps.
As Spider-Man: Brand New Day swings into theaters this week, fans are still asking the same question they’ve been debating for more than a year:
Who is Sadie Sink actually playing?
The speculation reached another level after Sony released a new promotional clip featuring Sink, where her answer about her character is intentionally bleeped out, instantly sending social media into detective mode once again. While the clip offers no definitive answers, it is the latest example of Marvel leaning into one of the film’s biggest mysteries.
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Marvel Isn’t Hiding It by Accident
Director Destin Daniel Cretton recently explained that the secrecy is completely intentional and for good reason.
“There is a very real reason” the role hasn’t been revealed, Cretton said, adding that audiences will understand why once they have seen the movie. He also noted that while some fans enjoy knowing every detail ahead of release, preserving surprises is part of the experience.
That comment alone has convinced many fans that Sink’s character is not simply another supporting role, but someone whose identity could reshape the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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The Biggest Fan Theories
Gwen Stacy
Perhaps the safest prediction is Gwen Stacy.
Peter Parker is beginning a brand new chapter following the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, making this an ideal opportunity to introduce one of Spider Man’s most iconic comic book characters.
With MJ and Ned moving on with their lives and no longer remembering Peter, a new relationship could naturally fit into this next phase of the franchise.
Jean Grey
For months, the internet was convinced Sink would make her MCU debut as Jean Grey, finally bringing one of Marvel’s most powerful mutants into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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The theory made sense on paper. Sink has the look, the acting range, and Marvel is steadily building toward introducing the X Men.
However, Tom Holland recently appeared to pour cold water on that idea, saying, “Well, she’s not in this movie, but it would be pretty cool.” Whether fans believe Holland, or think he is simply protecting another Marvel secret, is another story entirely.
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Mayday Parker
Another increasingly popular theory suggests Sink could be playing Mayday Parker, Peter Parker’s daughter from an alternate universe.
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Given Marvel’s continued use of multiverse storytelling, introducing Mayday now could open the door for future Spider Man stories while expanding the Parker family legacy beyond Peter himself.
Rachel Summers
Some fans have gone even deeper into Marvel lore by predicting Rachel Summers, the daughter of Jean Grey and Cyclops from an alternate timeline.
If Marvel plans to merge Spider Man’s street level adventures with the arrival of mutants, Rachel could serve as an unexpected bridge between those worlds.
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Why the Secret Matters
Marvel has spent years trying to preserve genuine surprises in an era dominated by leaks and spoilers.
The studio has kept Sadie Sink largely absent from trailers, TV spots, and promotional materials, making her one of the few major MCU characters whose identity has remained completely unknown leading up to release.
With Brand New Day positioned as a fresh beginning for Peter Parker after the world forgot his identity, introducing a significant new character makes perfect narrative sense.
Whether that character is Gwen Stacy, an X Men icon, or someone fans have not even considered yet, Marvel clearly believes the reveal is worth protecting.
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The Wait Is Almost Over
Fortunately, fans will not have to speculate much longer.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day arrives in theaters July 31, meaning the internet’s biggest MCU mystery is only days away from being solved. Until then, every new promotional clip, including the latest bleeped out interview with Sadie Sink, is only fueling the excitement.
One thing is certain: if Marvel has gone to these lengths to keep her character secret, the reveal is likely to be one of the film’s biggest moments.
We’re only halfway through 2026, and Prime Video has already built an outstanding lineup of shows. Historically, the streamer takes pride in offering a variety to meet different viewing demands. While certain viewers prefer easy one-night binges like Daisy Jones & The Six and My Lady Jane, others love a good sprawling series like The Expanse or Boschthat demands your full attention.
This year’s releases have largely been worth watching. From romantic drama book adaptations to fresh original series, the streamer continues to push out shows in different genres. Some shows stumble with uneven scripts or underwhelming chemistry, but others excel across the board. As Prime Video continues to expand its 2026 slate, here are the best original Prime Video series of the year so far.
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‘Elle’ (2026–Present)
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In 2001,Reese Witherspoon gifted the world with Legally Blonde, changing the way audiences saw law school. This time around, Elleserves as a prequel, following a teenage Elle Woods (Lexi Minetree) in 1995. Her world comes crashing down after a career scandal forces her family to move to rainy Seattle, where she’s introduced to grunge, Nirvana, and plenty of plaid shirts.
Elle retains the bubbly, endearing spirit that made Legally Blonde so iconic, but that’s also where the prequel struggles. Instead of becoming a unique story, it relies on callbacks to the original film, even recreating some of its biggest moments. Rather than exploring who Elle was before Legally Blonde, it simply drops the same character into a different setting.
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‘Steal’ (2026)
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Somebody’s workday is about to go horribly wrong in Steal. Trade processor Zara Dunne (Sophie Turner) arrives for another ordinary day at Lochmill Capital, only for armed thieves to storm the office and take employees, including Zara and Luke (Archie Madekwe), hostage. All they want is access to £4 billion in pension funds as part of an audacious heist.
Steal has all the ingredients of an entertaining thriller, featuring a robbery with government conspiracies. Zara isn’t a typical action hero. She’s a burned-out employee who ends up in the wrong place at the wrong time, relying on her intelligence to survive. The downside is that the series is so focused on maintaining its adrenaline-fueled pace that several promising emotional storylines are pushed to the sidelines.
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’56 Days’ (2026)
Avan Jogia as Oliver Kennedy and Dove Cameron as Ciara Wyse in ’56 Days.’Image via Prime Video
Keep your friends close, and your suspect closer. In 56 Days, Oliver (Avan Jogia) and Ciara (Dove Cameron) meet by chance at a grocery store. The two hit it off from the get-go, and they get sucked into a whirlwind romance. But just as they’re in their honeymoon phase, 56 days since their meet-cute, a shocking murder leaves both of them as prime suspects.
Although the series doesn’t spend much time building Oliver and Ciara’s initial emotional connection, their physical chemistry is undeniable. Their verbal chemistry, however, feels less convincing in the early episodes, and several key plot points may confuse viewers unfamiliar with the original novel. Still, the dual unreliable narration keeps the mystery engaging, as it’s never clear who’s lying and who’s telling the truth.
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‘Every Year After’ (2026–Present)
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Fans ofThe Summer I Turned Prettyhave a new small-town romance to obsess over. Every Year After follows Persephone “Percy” Fraser (Sadie Soverall), who spends her teenage summers in the lakeside town of Barry’s Bay, Ontario. There, she befriends the Florek brothers and slowly falls for the quiet but witty Sam Florek (Matt Cornett).
While it starts like a predictable coming-of-age romance, Every Year After isn’t afraid to get heavier. The story jumps between Percy and Sam’s teenage years and adulthood, where Percy returns carrying the regrets that drove her away from Barry’s Bay. As old mistakes resurface, it becomes clear she’s not the only one haunted by the past. The show makes a strong case that moving on isn’t possible until you’re willing to face what you’ve been running from.
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Collider Exclusive · Action Hero Quiz Which Action Hero Would Be Your Perfect Partner? Rambo · James Bond · Indiana Jones · John McClane · Ethan Hunt
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Five legends. Five completely different ways of getting out alive — with style, with muscle, with charm, with luck, or with a plan so intricate it probably shouldn’t work. Ten questions will reveal which action hero was built to have your back.
🎖️Rambo
🍸James Bond
🏺Indiana Jones
🔧John McClane
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🎭Ethan Hunt
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You’re dropped into a dangerous situation with no warning. What do you need most from a partner? The first few seconds tell you everything about who belongs beside you.
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You have to get somewhere dangerous, fast. How do you travel? How you get there is half the mission.
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You’re pinned down and outnumbered. What does your ideal partner do? This is when you find out what someone is really made of.
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The mission is paused. You have one evening to decompress. What does your partner suggest? Who someone is when the pressure drops is who they actually are.
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How do you prefer your partner to communicate mid-mission? Good communication is the difference between partners and a liability.
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Your enemy is powerful, well-resourced, and has the upper hand. How should your partner approach them? The approach to the enemy defines the partnership.
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Things go badly wrong and you’re captured. What do you trust your partner to do? Who someone is when you need them most is the only thing that matters.
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What does your ideal partner bring to the table that you couldn’t replace? A great partner fills the gap you didn’t know you had.
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Every partnership has a cost. Which of these can you live with? No one comes without baggage. The question is whether you can carry it together.
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It’s the final moment. Everything is on the line. What do you need from your partner right now? The last question is the most honest one.
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Your Partner Has Been Assigned Your Perfect Partner Is…
Your answers have pointed to one action hero above all others. This is the person built to have your back — for better or considerably, spectacularly worse.
Rambo
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Your partner doesn’t talk much, doesn’t need to, and will have assessed every threat in your immediate environment before you’ve finished your first sentence. John Rambo is not a man of plans or politics — he is a force of nature shaped by survival, loyalty, and a capacity for endurance that goes beyond anything training can produce. He will not leave you behind. He has never left anyone behind who deserved to come home. What you get with Rambo is the most capable, most quietly ferocious partner imaginable — one who has been through things that would have broken anyone else, and who chose to keep going anyway. You’ll never need to ask if he has your back. You’ll just know.
James Bond
Your partner will arrive perfectly dressed, perfectly briefed, and with a cover story so convincing it’ll take you a moment to remember what’s actually true. James Bond is the most professionally dangerous person in any room he enters — and the most disarmingly charming, which is the point. He operates in a world of layers, where nothing is what it appears and every advantage is used without apology. You’ll never be bored. You’ll occasionally be furious. But when it matters — when the mission is genuinely on the line and the margin for error has collapsed to nothing — Bond is exactly the partner you want. He has survived things that have no business being survivable. He does it with style. That is not nothing.
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Indiana Jones
Your partner will know the history, the language, the cultural context, and exactly why the thing everyone else is ignoring is actually the most important thing in the room. Indiana Jones is brilliant, reckless, and occasionally impossible — but he is also one of the most resourceful, most genuinely knowledgeable partners you could find yourself beside. He approaches every situation with a scholar’s eye and a brawler’s instinct, which is an unusual combination and a remarkably effective one. He hates snakes and gets personally attached to objects of historical significance, both of which will slow you down at least once. It doesn’t matter. What Indy brings is irreplaceable — and the adventures you’ll have together will be the kind people write books about. Assuming you survive them.
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John McClane
Your partner was not supposed to be here. He does not have the right equipment, the right information, or anything approaching the right odds. He has a sarcastic remark and an absolute refusal to accept that the situation is as bad as it looks. John McClane is the greatest accidental hero in the history of action cinema — a man whose superpower is stubbornness, whose contingency plan is improvisation, and whose capacity to absorb punishment and keep moving would be alarming if it weren’t so useful. He will complain the entire time. He will make it significantly more chaotic than it needed to be. And he will absolutely, unconditionally, without question come through when it counts. Yippee-ki-yay.
Ethan Hunt
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Your partner has already run seventeen scenarios by the time you’ve finished reading the briefing, and the plan he’s settled on involves at least two things that should be physically impossible. Ethan Hunt operates at the absolute edge of human capability — technically, physically, and intellectually — and he brings the same relentless precision to protecting his partners that he brings to dismantling organisations that shouldn’t exist. He is not easy to know and he will never fully tell you everything. But he will carry the weight of the mission so completely, so absolutely, that your job is simply to trust him — and the remarkable thing is that trusting him always turns out to be the right call. The mission will be impossible. He will complete it anyway.
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‘Ride or Die’ (2026)
Debbie (Octavia Spencer) and Judith (Hannah Waddingham) in ‘Ride or Die’Image via Prime Video
The stakes are high when your best friend is about to be killed. In Ride or Die, assassin Judith (Hannah Waddingham) is offered one last chance to keep her job, but her mission unexpectedly revolves around MP David (Jamie Parker), who’s caught in a major scandal. David also happens to be married to Debbie (Octavia Spencer), Judith’s best friend, who has no idea she’s a professional assassin.
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The female buddy-cop formula isn’t new, but Ride or Die gives it a fresh spin. Unlike the typical “hardened fighter and inexperienced sidekick” dynamic, Ride or Die makes both Judith and Debbie highly capable in their own right. As the danger escalates, their friendship becomes the show’s biggest strength. Their bond feels genuine, and because they’re true friends, they’ll risk everything to protect each other.
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‘Young Sherlock’ (2026–Present)
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Adapting Sherlock Holmes while straying from Arthur Conan Doyle‘s work is a gamble, but Guy Ritchie makes it pay off. Young Sherlock serves as a non-canonical prequel, following a young Sherlock (Hero Fiennes Tiffin) who arrives at Oxford not as a student, but as a scout and cleaner. Even more surprising, James Moriarty (Dónal Finn) isn’t his greatest enemy, but his partner in crime.
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True to Ritchie’s style, Young Sherlock is fast-paced, energetic, and full of gumption. Sherlock and Moriarty are already brilliant, often playing “mind games” together as they solve a mystery. However, their youth also makes them impulsive and inexperienced. The arrival of the mysterious Princess Shou’an (Zine Tseng) exposes their blind spots, adding a fresh nuance that humanizes the future detective and his eventual nemesis.
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‘Scarpetta’ (2026–Present)
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It takes a woman to do a man’s job properly. Scarpettafollows Virginia Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Kay Scarpetta (Nicole Kidman), one of the country’s leading forensic pathologists. Told across two timelines — 1998 and the present — the thriller sees her revisit a decades-old serial murder case after a new victim is found bearing the same disturbing signature.
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The murders aren’t the only horrors Scarpetta faces. The series also illustrates a bleak picture of workplace sexism, where even someone as accomplished as Scarpetta is treated as a liability, with male colleagues actively undermining her. Despite her brilliance, her personal life is equally complicated. While her stubborn refusal to confront her flaws can be frustrating, it ultimately leads to a shocking breaking point and a twist few viewers will see coming.
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‘Off Campus’ (2026–Present)
In Off Campus, straight-A student Hannah Wells (Ella Bright) is blindsided when funding for her scholarship is suspended. Meanwhile, star hockey player Garrett Graham (Belmont Cameli) is struggling academically, putting his place on the team at risk. They strike a deal: Hannah tutors Garrett, while he pretends to date her to help her catch the attention of a fellow student musician.
While fake dating is a familiar TV trope, Off Campus surprises viewers by tackling heavier themes, including sexual assault and its impact on relationships and intimacy. It’s also a refreshing portrayal of healthy masculinity, with Garrett and his teammates openly discussing consent, vulnerability, and respect without relying on outdated patriarchal stereotypes. Although their future at Briar University is uncertain, the chemistry between the two — be it physical or emotional — is obviously there.
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‘Bait’ (2026)
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There’s a struggling actor, and then there’s Shah Latif (Riz Ahmed) in Bait. It’s not every day that a nobody lands an audition to become the next James Bond — a nod to the real-life rumors that once surrounded Ahmed. But Bait is really about a man consumed by impostor syndrome, and how that anxiety slowly turns him into someone he no longer recognizes.
Shah’s fears are understandable. As a British Pakistani man cast in a role traditionally played by white actors, he faces both subtle and overt racism. While the series tilts into psychological thriller territory, it’s balanced by Shah’s lovable, meddling family and authentic cultural touches, from Eid celebrations to Urdu, making Bait an easy binge that leaves viewers reflecting on the price of chasing external validation.
In 2026 so far, Chloe Bailey has clocked social media trolls at least four times. After this weekend, that number went up to five! On TikTok, Bailey went diss-for-diss with critics who spoke on her appearance without makeup.
In the last week alone, Chloe Bailey has been sharing what appear to be vacation videos in St. Lucia. She’s shown herself rocking carnival costumes and hopping off yachts into clear beach waters. This past weekend, one of the TT videos she shared was a voiceover about loving life. In the video, Chloe is lip-syncing the audio while holding the camera above her face, cheesing and dipping her bead-adorned locs into the water. Her caption says “happiness.”
As of Monday, the video has over 3.4 million views and upwards of 2,700 comments. While some are praising Chloe Bailey’s happy glow, others are sharing not-so-nice opinions about the singer’s appearance, including her smile and facial expression. Rather than let the trolls drag her down, Bailey stepped into the comment section with them.
After one user commented, “Celebs without makeup…,” the singer replied, “Y’all see me without makeup all the time stfu” and added laughing emojis. Another user commented a photo of Kermit the Frog with oversized white teeth. To that one, Chloe responded, “and you giving ET phone home with that head.”
TikToker @callmemaw001 wrote, “Wait this ain’t a filter,” adding a GIF of a woman laughing in bed. Bailey responded, “Nope but you should put one on next time, it’d help a lot.” Another user commented, “Idkkkk sum ain’t right sistaaa,” and Bailey replied:
“Let’s try to figure it out together & then we’ll try to figure out why yo bored a*s wasting time posting on my page sista.”
Meanwhile @jus_tianna said, “I was trying to figure out who this was until I saw the name.” Bailey responded, “With or without seeing your name or face, no1 would know who the hell you are.” After another user asked “Is that you,” the ‘Grownish’ star said, “Yes! But let’s invest in some Cecred for that hairline.”
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One TikToker spoke of how society is used to using filter so much “that we forget our natural skin.” In her reply, Chloe Bailey said, “Not me ma’am, I post all the time with & without filter. Both versions are beautiful!”
When someone else called out the video’s angle, Bailey responded, “These lips…get some chapstick.” Then someone asked her whether she’s the same Chloe on Instagram. She responded with a zoomed in selfie, writing, “Yes hi hello how are you.”
Call Her The Clap Back Queen!
As mentioned, it’s not Chloe Bailey’s first time poppin’ off on critics. In January, she addressed shade about her weight and reminding the haters that her “body TEA.”
Just a few months later, in April, she checked another social media user for trying to shut down her “baddie energy” but saying she’s only “a cute lil lovely girl.” To that, she said, “Yes. I am a cute lil lovely girl and a bad b*tch. Don’t put me in a box just bc you’re boring & have no fun.”
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Then, a month later, she again cleared rumors about her physique and shut down pregnancy talks. Finally, earlier this month, she had words for a TikToker who slammed her BET Awards look.
“You don’t have to like my hair and you don’t have to like my outfit, but you would never get a chance with me brother man,” Chloe Bailey said in a clap back video aimed at the TikToker.
Margot Robbie was recently photographed enjoying a low-key shopping excursion through Paris alongside her mother, Sarie Kessler, over the weekend.
However, the Hollywood star appeared to display a prominent bruise on her right thigh, prompting speculation regarding its origin.
The European outing arrives amid continued interest in Margot Robbie’s life, ranging from her record-shattering real estate acquisition on Australia’s Gold Coast to her views on fitness and body image.
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Robbie turned heads during a weekend outing in Paris, where the actress was seen sporting a noticeable bruise on her leg while spending time with her mother.
The Australian star appeared relaxed and cheerful as she strolled through the French capital alongside Sarie Kessler on Saturday evening.
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According to the Daily Mail, while enjoying the casual shopping trip, a large “bruise” could be seen on Robbie’s right thigh, visible beneath the hem of her skirt. Despite the mark, the actress looked completely at ease, smiling and chatting throughout the outing.
Robbie embraced understated elegance in a pale yellow two-piece ensemble featuring delicate lace accents. She completed the look with black ballet flats, oversized sunglasses and a matching leather handbag, while wearing her blonde hair down.
Robbie’s bruise drew some reactions online, with many noting that it may not be a wound, and instead just an “indentation” due to the actress holding something heavy on her lap.
“Looks like a pressure crease, not a bruise. She probably had a bag or something sitting on her lap,” a person said.
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The sighting comes as the Oscar-nominated actress continues to make headlines away from the screen.
Robbie was recently identified as the owner of a luxury estate in Currumbin Valley on Queensland’s Gold Coast, a purchase that reportedly set a new benchmark for residential property sales in the state.
Margot Robbie Reflects On Gold Coast Childhood After Record-Breaking Property Purchase
The expansive ranch-style residence sits on several acres and features six bedrooms, six bathrooms, a swimming pool, tennis court, horse stables and extensive vehicle storage, offering a private retreat in one of the region’s most sought-after locations.
The purchase also reflects Robbie’s enduring connection to her Australian roots. The actress has previously spoken about her childhood memories of growing up in the Gold Coast area, describing a carefree upbringing surrounded by nature.
“I’ve said that to friends now who grew up in New York City or London, and they have no idea what I mean. And I say: ‘Well, there were camphor laurel trees down the back past the paddock, and Mum could yell out the window when dinner was ready,” she recalled. “You realize how lucky you are to have grown up on the Gold Coast.”
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Since leaving Australia after her breakout role on “Neighbors,” Robbie has built an impressive international career, earning acclaim for performances in films such as “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” “Mary Queen of Scots” and the global phenomenon “Barbie.”
The Actress’s Trainer Reveals The Fitness Philosophy Behind Her Healthy Lifestyle
While Robbie is now one of Hollywood’s biggest names, dividing her time between Australia, London and Los Angeles, the actress has remained committed to a balanced approach to health and fitness.
Robbie, who married filmmaker Tom Ackerley in 2016 after they met on the set of “Suite Française,” welcomed her first child in 2024. Despite the demands of her career, those who work closely with her say she has never been driven by unrealistic appearance goals.
Her longtime trainer, David Higgins, recently revealed that Robbie’s fitness routine has always centered on wellbeing rather than achieving a specific look. According to Higgins, the actress views exercise as “nothing more than being strong and healthy, physically, and mentally.”
That mindset reportedly remained unchanged during preparations for “Barbie.” Higgins explained that he was not given instructions to help Robbie achieve a particular aesthetic for the role. Instead, his focus was simply on keeping members of the cast active and in good condition throughout filming.
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The trainer’s comments align with Robbie’s own views on body image and representation. Ahead of the release of “Barbie,” the actress spoke about the importance of avoiding narrow beauty standards, arguing that no single version of Barbie should be presented as the ideal that women are expected to resemble.
“I don’t think you should say, ‘This is the one version of what Barbie is, and that’s what women should aspire to be and look and act like,’” she told the Telegraph.
Margot Robbie Says ‘Wuthering Heights’ Romance Scenes Were No Different From Any Other
Robbie’s commitment to authenticity extends to her acting work as well. Earlier this year, she addressed the attention surrounding the romantic scenes in her film, “Wuthering Heights,” insisting they were approached no differently from any other part of the film.
Speaking at the movie’s Los Angeles premiere in January, Robbie explained that the emotional demands of playing Catherine Earnshaw proved far more challenging than the story’s intimate moments.
“No different to all the other scenes that we do. The movie kind of demands a lot of all of us,” she said, per People Magazine, noting that her “character essentially cries in every single scene, but no, it was a joy. I loved playing a character who kind of swings from one wild emotion to the other in an instant.”
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The highly anticipated adaptation, directed by Emerald Fennell, paired Robbie with “Saltburn” star Jacob Elordi, who took on the role of Heathcliff.
It drew mixed reviews after its release in February, with critics slamming the movie for its “exhausting sex scenes.”
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