Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper has pleaded not guilty to domestic violence charges after multiple June arrests.

Cooper, 28, now awaits trial, scheduled to begin on Tuesday, November 10. A pretrial hearing is scheduled for Friday, October 30.

The sixth-year pro faces a felony charge of second-degree assault by strangulation and three misdemeanors after he was arrested on June 4 and again on June 11.

The first arrest came after an alleged altercation that occurred after Cooper’s then-girlfriend accused him of cheating and subsequently threw his phone against a wall.

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Both Cooper and his ex were arrested following the incident. An arrest affidavit obtained by ESPN revealed that a nurse who examined his girlfriend found she had been choked, leading to an injury that carried a “substantial risk of death,” including possible traumatic brain injury.

A week later, he allegedly violated a protection order by attempting to contact his ex, allegedly sending 20 text messages and calling her twice.

The weekend after his arrests, Cooper took to Instagram, where he posted a bible verse followed by a public statement.

“I apologize to my family and my friends and my community. … And so many others,” he wrote. “I realize positing a bible (verse) after something very serious happens does not just mean everything is okay.”

He added in another post, “I apologize. This situation is not who I am.”

Cooper could face between five and 16 years in prison if convicted.

The NFL placed Cooper on the commissioner’s exempt list on Sunday, August 30, meaning he cannot play in games or practice with the team, but will still be paid while the NFL reviews whether he violated the league’s personal conduct policy. A suspension from the NFL is also possible.

“’It’s part of the process,’ Broncos general manager George Paton told reporters. ‘We continue to take this very seriously. We’re going to continue to monitor all the legal developments and continue to support Jonathon. Jonathon’s worked very hard to better himself and it’ll be good to have him in the building, be in meetings and just be a part of the team.”

Head coach Sean Payton said that part of the conditions the team laid out for Cooper was for him to attend therapy. He added that while Cooper cannot play in games or practice, he is making the most out of still being able to use the team facility.

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“We wait on the league,” Payton, 62, said. In the meantime, the difference now is he’s in the facility, he’s lifting, he’s in the meetings. He can’t practice, and then we just wait for this process to play out.”

Prior to going on the exempt list, Cooper played in the Broncos’ preseason games, including against the Minnesota Vikings on Friday, August 28.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support. 

Actor Alec Baldwin is still making headlines over the fatal “Rust” shooting, which took the life of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in October 2021. A new documentary feature by Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning filmmaker Rory Kennedy will hit theaters in October 2026, five years after the fatal shooting.

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Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning filmmaker Rory Kennedy created a documentary based on years of footage following the accidental shooting of “Rust” cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in October 2021. The feature has been acquired by Abramorama for a North American release and awards campaign, as first reported by The Hollywood Reporter.

The documentary will include behind-the-scenes footage from “Rust,” along with footage of the police interrogation and the legal trial that followed. “The Trial of Alec Baldwin” will open in New York on October 1 at Village East by Angelika. It will then premiere in Los Angeles on October 15 at the Laemmle Monica before heading to Laemmle Noho 7 before its theatrical release.

The Documentary Does Not ‘Shy Away From Complexity Or Discomfort’

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Karol Martesko-Fenster, CEO of AB2 Media Group and Abramorama, told THR that the documentary “doesn’t shy away from complexity or discomfort,” adding, “Rory and her [life and producing] partner Mark Bailey have crafted a film that goes beyond the headlines to ask hard questions about how we assign blame, process tragedy, and judge public figures in real time. We’re honored to partner with them in bringing this story to theaters.”

Kennedy and Bailey went on to say, “We felt this was an important story for our times, a vital story about the state of our judicial system. Alec is an enduring and undeniably significant figure in Hollywood, and the trial surrounding Rust raised questions well beyond what transpired on set. Alongside Abramorama, we are eager to bring this documentary to theater audiences so that the broader public can grapple with the complex questions at the heart of the film.”

‘Rust’ Director Joel Souza Regrets Finishing The Movie

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In May 2025, Joel Souza spoke to The Guardian about the film. Although they finished production and released the film, Souza said he returned to the project only because Halyna Hutchins’ family wanted it completed.

“I’d been repelled by the thought of going back, but [then] it started to appeal. And I couldn’t live with the idea of someone else doing it,” he said at the time, although he did say that he wished he had never written the film.

“Talk about the butterfly effect — I wish I never wrote the d-mn movie,” he said. “You think about the chain of events that started that morning [of the shooting]. Bad decision after bad decision was made.”

When asked about his relationship with Baldwin, the director said that they were not “enemies,” but there is “no relationship” following the shooting. He was also not a fan of Baldwin’s reality show, “The Baldwins,” and had some pretty harsh words for the actor.

“I think I was busy hitting myself in the face with a frying pan that night [it aired],” Souza said.

Alec Baldwin Is Thinking About Retirement

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In April 2026, the “30 Rock” alum said he was thinking about retiring after the shooting. At the time, he appeared as a guest on this episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast, which was recorded in front of an audience at the Boulder International Film Festival.

“We had this incident, this tragedy, in New Mexico, where Halyna Hutchins was killed on the set of the film, and that was unspeakably difficult to deal with … Because of the situation in New Mexico, which was very painful, I wound up staying home a lot,” Baldwin said at the time.

“I was home with my kids for three-and-a-half years — I hardly worked at all — and that’s just changing now. I’m going to go off and do a bunch of things,” he continued. “But I was home, and I got used to it, and I don’t want to leave my house anymore. I don’t. I don’t want to work anymore. I don’t. I really don’t. I want to retire and stay home with my kids.”

He later said that he felt that he was being “edged out” of Hollywood, saying, “The offers just aren’t there.”

If there’s one bag color that deserves more credit, it’s white. Heidi Klum’s latest designer pick shows just how easily it can freshen up an outfit, whether you’re wearing head-to-toe neutrals or your favorite fall basics. The quilted texture and gold hardware only make it feel that much more special.

On August 27, Klum was spotted in Berlin carrying an $8,300 white designer bag with an oversized blazer, matching trousers, a simple T-shirt, aviator sunglasses and sneakers. The bag added a dressier element to an otherwise relaxed monochromatic outfit. Luckily, we found a similar Amazon option for just $24.

Get the Diuy Quilted Leather Crossbody Bag for just $24 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, September 1, 2026, but are subject to change.

The eye-catching details on the Diuy Quilted Leather Crossbody Bag are what make it a close match to Klum’s option. Think diamond quilting, a structured flap and gleaming gold chain hardware, all wrapped up in a compact everyday silhouette. Beyond white, the same purse comes in beige, burgundy, black and several other colors.

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And don’t let the smaller shape fool you — this vegan leather bag has two main compartments and a zippered pocket to keep your phone, wallet, keys and other essentials organized. An adjustable chain strap also lets you switch between crossbody and over-the-shoulder wear.

With more than 450 five-star ratings, the budget-friendly bag has plenty of fans on Amazon. One shopper called it the “ideal accessory to elevate any outfit” and praised the “classic diamond pattern,” while another buyer said it looks “classy and elegant,” feels “high quality, sturdy and well-made” and earned them “so many compliments.”

For $24, it’s an easy way to add a little more oomph to outfits without trying too hard. Take a cue from Klum and pair it with crisp neutrals, or throw it on with jeans, knits and dresses all season long. It’s one of those accessories that can make getting dressed feel just a little easier.

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Leaves are falling, and according to Travis Ogletree, a few old-school hair rules can go with them.

The celebrity hairstylist, who’s worked with Shay Mitchell, Miranda Kerr, Lana Del Rey, January Jones, and more, is telling ET which beauty beliefs are worth holding onto, plus the ones that deserve a seasonal shake-up.

First up: the idea that fall automatically calls for darker hair.

“The world has a much more relaxed approach to the idea of going lighter for summer and darker for fall now. I actually find myself going a bit lighter as my tan fades,” he reveals.

Whether you’re ready for a major color moment or just want something new this autumn, Ogletree says keeping your strands healthy should be at the top of the list.

“I use the Moroccanoil Color Calypso Demi-Permanent Glosses. They take roughly 20 minutes and last a bit longer than your average gloss. Because it’s a demi, you can add pigments to neutralize, warm up, or cool down your tone, as well as deepen the color, without the long-term commitment of a permanent shade, which makes it really useful for refreshing sun-faded color.”

“Moroccanoil also has ArganID technology behind its color lines, so they actually make the hair feel better and more conditioned,” he continues.

As for the urge to make the chop? Ogletree believes your face shape, not the trend cycle, should lead the way.

“A custom face frame tailored to accentuate your features is always in style for me, whether that’s minimizing the forehead with a longer fringe or softening a jawline with chin-length pieces.”

Once you’ve nailed your look, maintaining it goes beyond the salon chair.

“Using a hair mask, like the Weightless Hydrating Mask, once a week is a great way to make sure hair is feeling healthy and nourished. The scent is luxurious and familiar, and the lightweight nature of it makes it great for pretty much any hair type,” he shares.

If summer left your strands a little worse for wear, though, it may be time to bring in the heavy hitters.

“Try the Restorative Hair Mask, Intense Hydrating Mask, or the new Overnight Leave-In Mask. It’s a no-rinse formula that isn’t meant to replace anything in your routine, but instead, adds a boost of hydration and nourishment to make the hair softer and easier to detangle.”

But just because sweater weather is setting in doesn’t mean it’s time to turn your hot tools all the way up.

“No matter what you’re doing color-wise, make sure your hair is healthy and protected from heat styling once we move into colder months that aren’t as friendly to an air dry,” he suggests.

“My personal recommendation is to never set your hot tools over 360 degrees and don’t avoid using a heat protectant because you’re worried it will weigh your hair down. If you like something really lightweight with a glossy finish, try the Perfect Defense Heat Protectant.”

While the seasons are changing, Ogletree is holding onto one styling staple.

“People have been loving a spray-in oil in the studio lately. I’ve been using the Treatment Mist as a finishing touch to my end results for a style you can run your hands through with ease.”

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If the title doesn’t give it away, American Horror Story is a meditation on what it means to be American, but viewed through a horror lens. The hit anthology horror series has commented on many things in American culture, pulling from different eras to build a truly unnerving experience that leaves viewers scared and contemplative. Meanwhile, the HBO hit teen drama Euphoria has proven that teen shows can go beyond crushes and simple coming-of-age topics. They can be dark and stylish. FX‘s new hit thriller combines these elements, and the show is already a hit — at least on streaming.

Set in the 1980s, this drama is a nostalgic ride back to an era defined by excess and beauty. It is also an era infamously known for giving birth to numerous serial killers, and for the show’s main character, there’s something more than meets the eye regarding a new student. That show is The Shards, the new horror-thriller created by Ryan Murphy (who created American Horror Story) for FX. Based on Bret Easton Ellis’ book of the same name, it stars Igby Rigney (Bret Ellis), Homer Gere (Robert Mallory), Kaia Gerber (Susan Reynolds), Hayes Warner (Debbie Schaffer), and Graham Campbell (Thom Wright).

The Shards has been releasing new episodes for the past four weeks and has managed to crack into the top ten of Disney’s most-watched shows. New episodes air on FX on Wednesdays at 9 pm and stream on Hulu domestically and Disney+ internationally. In its fourth week on Disney+, The Shards is ranked third globally on the platform, according to FlixPatrol. On Hulu, it is the fifth most-watched. This is a drop in rankings because the show shot to number one at premiere but has been overshadowed by hits like Furious. It means viewers may be abandoning the drama, which is reflected in the show’s reception.

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The Shards has elicited a polarizing experience among viewers and critics. Those who love it do so wholeheartedly, and those who don’t, well, hate it. The first season managed a 56% critic score and a 44% audience score, signaling generally negative reviews. Reviewing the show for Collider, Gabrielle Moss was surprised by how restrained the show was, given that the source material is intentionally shocking. Graeme Guttman of ScreenRant echoed Moss’ sentiments, calling the adaptation “sanitized”, while Chris La Vigna of CBR had a totally different experience and described the show as masterful.

New episodes of The Shards air Wednesdays, with the season finale set for September 9.

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AJ Pritchard‘s fiancée’s feud with Rylee Arnold has taken a turn from backlash to apology.

The “DWTS: The Next Pro” contestant’s partner, Zara Zoffany, took a jab at the 21-year-old professional ballroom dancer online after she was paired with Pritchard during a guest appearance in the show’s semifinal episode.

AJ Pritchard’s fianceé’s comments sparked a lot of criticism, with many rising to Rylee Arnold’s defense. The diabetic dancer first appeared on “DWTS: Juniors” at the age of 13 before landing a spot on the main show’s pro lineup in 2023.

Zoffany took the high road after recently bringing down the heat over her fiancé’s partnering with Arnold. She took to social media to apologize for her earlier critiques of the pro dancer in the semifinal episode of “Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro.”

Dancing the cha-cha, Pritchard was paired with Arnold, who made a guest appearance on that episode. She later told the judges that she felt Pritchard was too critical during their rehearsals. Little did anyone know that Arnold’s remarks would be the spark that ignited the viral drama.

Zoffany said that she was overwhelmed by the “constant online videos” of her man where internet users raise dust over their relationship and his sexuality with overly negative comments.

“So when I got to the Riley edit, I was already up to here with how they’ve perceived him with the villain edit, with all the criticism, all the comments, all the TikToks,” she explained.

She went on in the TikTok video explaining that she never meant to imply Arnold was not a qualified dancer, stressing that she believes she “earned her spot on “DWTS.” 

“So I just want to say, if you are watching this, Riley, from the bottom of my heart, I am truly sorry if I made you feel like a certain type of way. That was never my intention,” Zoffany said.

What Did Zara Zoffany Say To Ignite The Feud?

After the semifinal episode aired, Zoffany made a lengthy comment addressing Arnold’s feedback to the judges on her partner. “[Rylee] — @aj11ace wouldn’t have had to critique you in the first place if everything had been right,” her comment began.

She went on to highlight that Pritchard had danced with social media influencer Bailey McKnight the previous week, who is “an amateur & their dance was amazing.” 

As reported by US Weekly, Zoffany further alleged that Arnold hit her fiancé in the head during rehearsals, leaving him with a slight concussion that he even had to see a doctor for.

In Zoffany’s recent apology video, she mentioned that the message she wrote slamming the 21-year-old pro does not deserve the hate and death threats she has been receiving from online users.

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‘DWTS’ Pro & Judge Stuck Up For Rylee Arnold

Arnold’s best friend and fellow pro, Ezra Sosa, fired back at Zoffany’s initial comment, writing that her claims made him “sick to his stomach.”

“Rylee is my best friend, I love her, and I will speak up for her. Rylee is more than qualified to be a pro, and one dance with a completely different partnership does not erase the years of training, talent, and work that earned her that title,” Sosa’s comment read.

He further described Arnold as an incredible dancer who holds high values like honesty and trust. One of the “DWTS: The Next Pro” judges, Shirley Ballas, also addressed the issue, sharing that the young pro-ballroom star had earned her place on the show through hard work and intense dedication to all dance styles.

Ballas warned against shaming other people after revealing that she has great respect for Arnold and her skills.

Inside The ‘DWTS: Junior’ Finalist’s Previous Stance On Online Negativity

In a last-year interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Arnold discussed the bright side of introducing TikTok night to the dance show and integrating social media influencers as stars on the show. During the interview, she was asked to pinpoint ways in which “TikTok has negatively impacted the show and competition.”

In response, Arnold said, “I don’t think there has been a negative impact.” She added that it has been fun so far to build a social media presence and get the younger demographic interested in watching the dances.

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Arnold also touched on the ballroom dance critiques that pros receive from netizens about their choreography. She explained that they have to remember the show is designed for dances to be judged and scored. The pro dancer admitted that sometimes the criticism is hard to take, especially after a long day of giving it their all in rehearsals.

Nevertheless, they have to be professionals and not take things to heart or dive deep into the comments. Rather, Arnold advised that her fellow pros focus on the fun parts and enjoy their time on the dance floor.

Rylee Arnold Previously Thought Her Dance Career Was Over Before It Began

The Blast previously covered that Arnold opened up about a time when she thought she would not have a professional dance career. The fear stemmed from when she received her type 1 diabetes diagnosis at age 15, just two years after her first TV appearance on “Dancing with the Stars: Juniors.”

She revealed that she was so scared to have to give up an important part of her life due to the health challenge. Fortunately, that was not the case, and the TV personality learned to adjust and find a healthy balance for her life.

Arnold disclosed that it took years for her to finally understand her body, including the way she reacts to certain things. Learning from other people battling the same health challenge through TikTok and other social media platforms was an added advantage for the dancer.

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While she has many years of dancing ahead of her, Arnold took a step back from the “DWTS” tour last year to prioritize her health. 

Will Rylee Arnold respond to AJ Pritchard’s fiancée’s apology?

Hey, General Hospital fans, we have got a new leak about Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna)’s death and how it may impact Carly Spencer (Laura Wright). So, right now, it looks like Jack stumbled into the pool.

And unfortunately, the wrong person might take the fall for what may at first look like murder. But may not be that at all. Today we’re going to talk about a leak hinting that Carly could end up accused of Jack’s murder.

General Hospital: Ava Drugs Jack

So, let’s talk about what happened after Ava Jerome (Maura West) drugged the WSB station chief. I’m not sure how smart it was to give Jack a sleeping pill because it made him groggy, and he headed upstairs to just lie down. Seems like Drew Cain Quartermaine (Cameron Mathison) offering a party pill, some of the same kind of stuff that was used on Willow Tait (Katelyn MacMullen) would have worked better and made Jack run amok.

You know, instead he staggered into the elevator and hit a bunch of buttons trying to get to his room. Meanwhile, Drew was in Jack’s room searching it at the same time that Carly and Valentin Cassadine (James Patrick Stuart) were searching Drew’s office. And this week, Carly turns to Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) for help when she realizes all her security cameras at the Metro Court are down, and the alarms were deactivated.

 Ava Warns Drew on GH

Jason says something is off. And then Ava showed up to Jack’s room and told Drew they’ve got to get the hell out of there because she has lost track of Jack. And Ava tells Drew there’s no way she’s taking the fall for this by herself. So, we had heard for a while that Brennan was going to die. And then more recently, another outlet also had a leak saying Chris McKenna was leaving General Hospital. And now it’s happened.

So, the assumption at this point is Jack staggered off the elevator by the pool, stumbled, and tripped in and drowned. Too groggy to swim. However, there could be more to it. Charlotte Cassadine (Bluesy Burke) had Danny Morgan (Asher Jared Antonyzyn) with her, and they decided to take a night swim in the closed Metro Court pool, and she found Brennan in the water. He certainly looks dead. I mean, we’ll see if they can do CPR after pulling him out.

Either way, it looks dire, and Charlotte and Danny are freaking out. If they find a head injury on Jack, you know, that could indicate foul play. It may look like he was struck by something. But then again, because he was so drugged, he might have hit his head falling into the pool at Carly’s hotel. So, it might look like he was hit, and then later comes out to be, oh, just missed a chance. The sleeping pill may trigger some red flags. I’m assuming they’ll do a tox screen on him, and unless Jack’s got a prescription for that particular drug, that is a red flag.

General Hospital: Drew & Ava to Blame

Ultimately, unless he was physically attacked and shoved in the pool, Drew and Ava seem like the actual culprits in his death, unintentionally because Drew provided the drug and Ava administered it. Even if they didn’t intend for Jack to die, they’re still to blame. And that could send Drew and Ava to prison. But our leakers said Carly may be the one that Jack’s death is pinned on. If Charlotte and Danny confirm that Jack’s dead, they may leave him in the pool and take off. We also have General Hospital spoilers saying Danny reassures Charlotte this week, and Danny may be telling her no one saw us. Nobody would know we’re at the pool because he works at the Metro Court.

Danny may find out about the security feeds, the cameras, and the alarms being down, and he’d be able to tell Charlotte nobody could have seen them there. And then later this week, Danny comes clean to Jason, so he may tell him he and Charlotte found Jack. So, the teenagers shouldn’t be suspects. But I’m sure Jason will want to know all the details.

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And that brings us to this new leak from our behind-the-scenes source at GH who said Carly is arrested for Brennan’s death.

Now, at a glance, it seems like, how would that work, you know? But Carly has threatened Jack repeatedly for recruiting Josslyn Jacks (Eden McCoy) into the WSB. And Carly’s made no bones about how much she hates Jack. Plus, it’s her hotel and the cops might find it pretty convenient that her security feeds just happened to go down. But also, there’s another reason Carly could be implicated. Here’s why. Willow just secretly recorded Brennan confessing to erasing footage of her the night that she shot Drew.

And then Willow told Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros) that she did it, and she demanded Willow erase the recording. But she refused. So, a desperate Nina went to see her honey, Jack, and then got mad when he told her to just back away from Willow before she takes Nina down with her. But Nina got upset at Jack and said, “Get Willow what she wants, or you’ll be the one going down.” And Carly overheard this little heated interaction. So, here’s what I wonder. When word spreads that Jack died, Nina may worry that Willow did it.

General Hospital Leak Teases Carly’s Arrest

That she got upset, lashed out, and hurt Jack. Wouldn’t be the first time like she did the night she shot Drew. And Nina may want to pin this on somebody else to protect Willow. And since Nina hates Carly, well, she’s a top choice. So Nina may tell the cops that Carly hated Jack, even though Nina doesn’t know exactly why Carly hates him because of the Joss thing.

But Nina and Jack discussed Carly’s hatred of him. So, Nina may throw shade at Carly about being his disgruntled ex, about her cheating and then dumping Jack, and things being contentious because Nina also knows Valentin’s with Carly now. So, why not kick her, right? And Jack was harmed at Carly’s hotel. I wouldn’t be surprised if they finagle around to have her arrested.

I mean, heck, Drew might also help implicate Carly since he hates her, too. And if Drew sees that his file of secret plans that, you know, he printed out in hard copy, like it’s 1985, is missing, the same day that a package was delivered, he may suspect Carly accessed his office and ransacked it. Drew might even have his own private camera in the office. Later this week, he’s enraged, and that may be when he finds out that his office was gone through and his super secret files are missing, and so he may try and implicate Carly.

General Hospital: Drew’s Vengeful Move

Another spoiler this week says Drew does something vengeful, and that could be a frame job on Carly, which would help him and Ava because Drew knows they’re the reason that Jack wound up losing that game of Marco Polo at the Metro Court.

So Drew and Ava may give each other an alibi. Scout Cain (Kayden Brenna Tokarski) wasn’t at home because she was hanging out with Rocco Falconeri (Finn Carr). So Drew and Ava could say they were at his place in bed.

But there’s another suspect who actually seems more viable than Carly. For instance, Nina was arguing in public with Jack, and Carly saw. So did others.

Plus, Kai just told Alexis Davis (Nancy Lee Grahn) that he suspects Willow pushed Drew into the lake and tried to kill him again. So Alexis may go to the cops. But Willow has a very clear alibi for when Drew went into the lake: Willow was at the Metro Court having drinks with Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud). So she was nearby when Jack died.

Carly in Trouble on GH

And if Alexis says, “Look, I know she shot Drew, but going from Drew, who’s her jerk gaslighting husband, to killing the WSB chief, it doesn’t necessarily make sense.” Fortunately, nobody but Nina knows that Willow taped Brennan. And it also wasn’t in Willow’s best interest to kill Jack because she wanted him to get evidence against Michael. Also, Drew was drugged.

So, Drew might tell the police that Carly got someone to drug him, even though it was actually Nina because the drug dealer’s gone and can’t cooperate, and Nina wouldn’t come forward and go, “Oh no, I’m the one who paid the hooker to drug the congressman.” Plus, Carly’s a repeat offender. She drugged AJ back in the day. She drugged Rick.

And of course, Carly owns the hotel. She had access and motive because she hates Jack for recruiting Josslyn. And I think Anna Devane is pretty clear she knows this, and she’s the police chief. But it could have been somebody else entirely. And maybe Jack didn’t just accidentally drown. Maybe he was attacked, you know, while he was groggy, and Jack couldn’t fight the person off, and it was a crime of opportunity. We’ll know more soon.

‘Wicked” star Jonathan Bailey has announced that he will be stepping down from his role in the upcoming West End revival of “Sunday in the Park With George.” Notably, this comes after the show’s other lead, Ariana Grande, announced her exit roughly one month ago. Now, the question becomes: will the show go on after the two major exits?

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Bailey took to Instagram Stories to announce that he would no longer be starring in the planned production of “Sunday In the Park With George.” He did so by first referencing Grande’s exit from the show, noting their deep bond after they appeared in both “Wicked” films.

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He stated, “Ari is one of my dearest friends, and my support for her is unwavering.” After that, he mentioned the show’s director, Marianne Elliott, writing, “Marianne is extraordinary and one of my longest collaborators and friends. After much consideration, I have decided to also step back from Sunday in the Park with George.”

The “Bridgerton” actor continued, “This brilliant, introspective musical has been a real passion project for me, and I feel incredibly lucky to have shared in its journey with this team. Among many things, the story explores the deep connection between George and Dot, a beautiful, devoted pairing, and I so look forward to seeing what the team, and the two actors who will now take on these roles, will create with it.”

The ‘Wicked’ Star Wished The Production Well

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Currently, the West End revival of “Sunday in the Park With George” is set to debut in Summer 2027 at the Barbican Centre in London. However, now that both of its leads have exited, it’s unclear whether this will still happen or whether the show will need to be postponed or canceled altogether.

Still, Bailey offered kind thoughts to the production. He said, “I wish the very best to the entire company with what will no doubt be an incredible production, and I will be cheering them on as they continue this journey.”

Ariana Grande Announced Her Exit In Early August

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Grande and Bailey were first announced to lead “Sunday in the Park With George” in January 2026. After this, both expressed excitement about reuniting following the success of “Wicked.” However, following the release of her latest album and the continuation of her tour, Grande’s representative revealed she’d be stepping down from the role on August 2.

The statement, per “Good Morning America,” began, “Ariana will be taking a step back from visibility after she completes the Eternal Sunshine Tour.”

It continued, “She looks forward to finishing the tour and ending it on a high note, both healthily and happily, and then taking a much-deserved break from public-facing work and appearances, which has led to endless, ongoing public scrutiny.”

The statement then said, “This tour has been a beautiful experience for her. She loves her fans and has loved every minute of this tour so much.”

Jonathan Bailey Recently Discussed His Upcoming Projects

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Before exiting “Sunday in the Park With George,” Bailey spoke to Esquire about his upcoming projects, including a Netflix film, “Monsanto,” set for release in 2027. The actor shared, “When I read the ‘Monsanto’ script, I was thinking a lot about how you can show up with meaning and find something that takes you out of your life again. I love legal dramas, and the story itself is extraordinary.”

In discussing his co-stars, he said, “It’s got an amazing cast, and John Lee Hancock, who directed, tells the story so clearly and succinctly.”

Additionally, he spoke about the play, saying, “And then I’ll be back onstage again next year, in ‘Sunday in the Park with George.’ So I feel very, very excited and sort of recalibrated. It’s been a great time.”  

The Actor Is Expected To Appear In ‘Bridgerton’ Season 5

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“Bridgerton” remains one of Netflix’s most popular original series, with Bailey having appeared alongside the cast since season one despite being in fewer episodes during season four. Production, which takes place in the United Kingdom, began in March 2026 and is expected to conclude in October. Bailey is expected to return for the upcoming season.

It’s unclear when the series will return; beyond that, it will arrive sometime in 2027.

The Bold and the Beautiful shows that RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) is thrilled that his pitch for the youth line with Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) got the green light from Eric Forrester (John McCook). And when RJ talked to Electra about it, he pitched her as the muse and the face of the line while he and Zende Forrester (Delon de Metz) would be the two designers.

But this week, it looks like RJ may be grabbing control of the line, and he could push Zende aside in a kind of sneaky power play. We’re going to talk about how RJ might infuriate Zende if he plays dirty games with this new line.

Bold and the Beautiful: RJ’s Big Idea

So, while Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) were still in Monaco with Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood), we saw RJ talk about this new line with Zende and he was really excited about it and we know he’s been down in the dumps ever since Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) went over to House of Logan because when she walked out on Forrester Creations that left Zende’s hope for the future design stuck on the shelf and then RJ and Electra presented this new line concept to Eric and he was thrilled at the idea of Electra being the face and especially about using this new line to get revenge on Katie Logan (Heather Tom) and Hope.

But when RJ showed Eric the designs, if I recall correctly, RJ was only showing off his designs that he had sketched, and Zende wasn’t involved in that meeting. And then when RJ and Electra pitched to Ridge, guess who wasn’t in that meeting either? Yeah, Zende. And he should be in that meeting, right? As one of the designers.

 RJ Takes Over on B&B?

So, there’s a spoiler photo for this week of Ridge, Eric, Brooke, RJ, and Electra all having a meeting in the CEO office. And I’m sure they’re talking about the youth line that RJ wants to launch to replace Hope for the Future. So, this might be an official pitch to the whole team or them making the launch plan, stuff like that. But Zende doesn’t have a seat at the table. Like literally, you know, maybe he came in later. But at a glance, it looks like RJ’s running the show in this meeting with the executive team and only Electra is there at his side.

So, what I’m wondering is, did RJ just take over and cut Zende out of everything? Because RJ’s acting like he’s in charge of the line and Zende is a designer that’s working for him. And to be fair, this was RJ’s big idea. But he has minimal design experience, certainly not as a lead designer. Zende has way more experience as co-lead with Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) on Hope for the Future.

And we all know RJ’s determined to make a name for himself. In his mind, he’s the new Ridge and Electra is the new Brooke. And they’ll be side by side. You know, RJ’s envisioning them on the runway together, getting applause like his parents. And it’s all part of his plan to keep Electra at his side long term. Plus, there’s an official The Bold and the Beautiful spoiler for this week that says RJ owns his actions.

Bold and Beautiful: RJ’s Big Plans

So, I’m thinking he’s pushing forward with no regard to Zende having the role that he should on this line. And he might be asked about it by Eric, by Brooke, by Ridge. And he goes, “Yeah, well, I want this project to be mine. I thought of it.” And RJ may say, “This is for me and Electra.” He may even say, “We’re like the new Brooke and Ridge.”

So, you know, RJ may even tell Eric and Ridge that Zende can work on the line, but RJ may say he wants to run with it. And since he’s Ridge and Brooke’s Golden Boy, whom Eric also likes to pet, they might actually let RJ do this. After all, they’ve not heard from Zende during any of this pitch process. But that may be because RJ’s not telling Zende these meetings are happening. He may be leaving him in the dark on purpose. And I don’t think Zende is going to agree to answer to RJ.

Zende Pushed Too Far on B&B

Zende already hated it when he was stuck consulting on RJ’s men’s line. And if you recall, before Hope’s betrayal was revealed, Ridge just appointed Zende as the sole lead designer on Hope for the Future. Plus, he’s been at Forrester Creations for many years, designing for a long time. RJ’s brand new. And in fact, because RJ named Zende as lead on Hope for the Future, he may assume Ridge will name him lead on this new youth line, but I don’t think it’s going to happen that way. If RJ is named lead designer, I think Zende will be furious.

And I think he should be. He was already devastated that his work on Hope for the Future was scrapped after Hope left, and her exit left Zende at loose ends. And then RJ came along with this idea for Electra being the face of this line. And Zende was thrilled. But if he finds out that RJ is edging him out, obviously, Zende is going to hate that. And if Ridge announces that RJ will be the creative director or the lead designer and Zende will be reporting to RJ, honestly, I could see Zende snapping.

Bold and the Beautiful: Zende Packs Up and Goes to Logan?

I’ve been wondering for a while if he might leave Forrester Creations, and he might be so mad at RJ and Ridge that he goes over to Logan. I have wondered for a while if Zende was going to end up working with Katie and Hope. And if Zende does go over to Logan, I’m thinking instead of joining Hope’s line that Katie might use Zende in a different way. Picture this. He’s so mad he walks out of Forrester after RJ’s power grab. And then Zende goes over to see Katie and Hope, and he reveals that Forrester Creations has a new youth line that’s going to be done by RJ and Electra, and they’re planning to use it for revenge on House of Logan.

So then Katie might reward Zende and offer him the chance to do a youth line for Logan to compete directly with RJ. And if Zende’s furious at RJ, yeah, I think he would jump at that opportunity. What would be doubly interesting is if Melissa Dylan (Sydney Bullock) is fired from Forrester, which seems inevitable, and she winds up working with Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) at Logan, which also feels inevitable. And since Dylan is an artist with really good taste, she might wind up as Zende’s muse. It would be amazing if we had a youth line at Logan designed by Zende and with Dylan as the face of it.

Bold and Beautiful: Zende & Dylan the Perfect Pair

You know, Zende is an adopted orphan with a fascinating backstory. Pair him with a fresh-faced Midwestern girl who’s living a Cinderella story in LA. A lot of young girls might find that really inspiring because it’s a life that they could see themselves achieving. Picture that versus RJ and Electra, who are nepo babies with silver spoons in their mouths that a lot of people can’t identify with. That could be a really interesting fashion rivalry. Honestly, I’ve been low-key wanting Zende to go to Logan because he’s underappreciated at Forrester just like Hope and Katie were.

And if Zende leaves, this could cause huge PR problems for Forrester Creations. Remember, Carter said they were taking a beating online, with people talking about culture problems driving away employees like Hope and Katie. And there were so many questions about Eric’s short-term exit also on Bold and the Beautiful. So for Forrester to wind up over at Logan, for Zende to leave them and go over to Katie, that would hit Forrester hard in a way that even a new youth line couldn’t make up for.

FC in Trouble on Bold

Ridge already said their sales numbers aren’t what they need to be, and when they were in Monte Carlo, they found out they’ve been losing customers. So, Zende leaving could wreck them, and it would all be down to RJ. It’s hard to imagine how Ridge could explain that another Forrester left them and went to Logan, but their company culture is just fine, and they’re not to blame. This could be financially devastating. It could take the legs out from under their youth line, especially if Zende rushed his youth line out with Katie, you know, smoothing the way. So, all of this could start because RJ has a mega crush on Electra and is shoving Zende aside.

Hours after Dolly Parton was laid to rest, her longtime friend and co-star Jane Fonda reflected on their relationship and spoke about how dear she holds Parton. 

The “Queen of Country” died on August 25 following a brief battle with cancer, leaving fans and fellow entertainers mourning her loss.

 Amid the grief, those closest to Parton have been keeping her legacy alive by sharing stories of the woman behind the legend.

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Fonda became emotional as she looked back on her years with Parton, describing the singer’s deep care for others. The pair first grew close while working together, but their connection extended far beyond the screen. 

When Fonda was asked what Parton meant to her, she was tearful before summing up the country legend in one word. “She meant love. She loved everyone,” the “Grace and Frankie” star told “Democracy Now.” 

Fonda continued, remembering Parton’s deep affection for people and visits they made to poor communities in Tennessee and Arkansas. 

According to Fonda, the “Steel Magnolias” actress never treated those she met as though they were beneath her. Instead, dressed in her “full regalia,” she approached them with genuine respect and warmth, and because of Parton, they also accepted Fonda. 

“They loved her so much that they accepted my presence, and it was so clear that she absolutely respected them,” Fonda said. “That was why there was so much love. She never played down. She was always who she was, out of respect for her fans.”

For Fonda, those experiences were a lesson to her on how important it is to appreciate the people who support you.

Reba McEntire Opened Up About Moments With Parton She Will Always Treasure 

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Fonda is not the only star reflecting on the time she spent with the country music star. Reba McEntire has also reflected on the deceased icon’s impact, holding on to two particular encounters that remain very close to her heart.

As The Blast reported, in McEntire’s tribute to Parton, she noted she would “never forget” their first meeting and their last conversation. “I hold it with love in my heart,” McEntire shared. 

She also celebrated the eleven-time Grammy Winner’s extraordinary talent, describing her as someone whose place could never truly be filled.

Cher Praised The ‘Jolene’ Singer’s Positivity As She Battled Health Issues

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Cher, another longtime companion of Parton, also offered glimpses into her friendship with the 80-year-old and her approach to life. 

During a recent appearance on “CBS News,” Cher spoke about Parton’s ability to remain hopeful while dealing with the health struggles she kept largely away from the public eye.

“No matter what was happening, she was either going to go with it, or it was going to get better,” Cher said, according to The Blast. “She just had a spirit, and it was a spirit that was always thinking the best was happening, the best was going to happen.”

Dolly Parton Was Honored With An Intimate Farewell Ceremony 

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While Parton’s pals and colleagues have been reflecting on her life, her family gathered privately in Nashville to say their final goodbyes.

According to The Blast, about a dozen relatives, including Parton’s nephew Bryan Seaver, arrived at the cemetery carrying flowers for the intimate gathering.

Insiders reported heavy police presence before their arrival, with one officer on scene adding that Seaver appeared to be “in charge” of the private gathering. 

The “Dumb Blonde” singer was interred beside her husband Carl Dean, who passed away in March 2025 at the age of 82.

Dolly Parton Scored a Major Posthumous Milestone

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Even after her death, Parton’s music continues to live on, with one of her most recognizable songs now closing in on a big UK chart achievement.

The Blast recently reported that “9 to 5” is projected to reach No. 1 on the UK singles chart after a surge in interest over the past week.

The Official Charts Company predicted the song to remain at the top of the chart through the week and potentially claim the coveted No. 1 position on Friday.

The 1980 hit previously earned her an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song and three Grammy nominations. Now, more than four decades after its release, the track could give the country icon another remarkable milestone.