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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Finale Officially Sends Fans Back to ‘Game of Thrones’
After a roller-coaster third season, which managed to win back many fans after a divisive second, House of the Dragon‘s latest installment came to an explosive end this past Sunday with “The Treasons at Tumbleton,” which debuted on August 9. Written by Ryan Condal and Ti Mikkel, and directed by Andrij Parekh, the episode delivered plenty of jaw-dropping twists, satisfying ends, and set-up for the fourth and final season: Alys Rivers’ (Gayle Rankin) backstory got a big update, Ormund Hightower (James Norton) faced a gruesome end, and Helaena Targaryen (Phia Saban) tragically jumped to her death.
Called “stunning” in Aidan Kelley‘s review for Collider, the finale felt like the perfect culmination for a mammoth season of fantasy television that had many millions of viewers gripped, with the opener, “Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood,” even earning 21.5 million global viewers within its first three days. On IMDb, the Season 3 finale scored a massive 9.1/10 rating from users, making it one of the highest-rated episodes in the show’s three-season history. But being compelled to rate on IMDb isn’t the only way the finale has impacted viewers.
At the time of writing, the series that started it all, Game of Thrones, has staged a major streaming comeback, officially ranking as the most-streamed series on the Apple TV store in the world. The highest heights in this fantasy franchise, based on the works of George R.R. Martin, came in Game of Thrones, including Season 3, Episode 9, “The Rains of Castamere,” and Season 6, Episode 10, “The Winds of Winter,” just two examples. House of the Dragon Season 4 is predicted to air sometime in 2028.
What Else is Popular on the Apple TV Store?
So one of the best shows of all time is topping the Apple TV Store charts. But what else is popular? Other shows proving solid competition for Game of Thrones include Bruno Heller‘s 2014 crime drama Gotham, Taylor Sheridan‘s most recent returning series, Lioness, and even House of the Dragon. On the movie side of the charts, it’s no surprise that Spider-Man: No Way Home is the most-streamed title, considering that Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues to break records at the box office.
For more updates, make sure to stay tuned to Collider.
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Influencer Michiel Vandeweert With Rare Genetic Disorder Dies at 28
Influencer Michiel Vandeweert, who had a rare disorder, has died. He was 28.
His death was shared by Flemish news broadcast VRT NEWS, who shared a statement by production company Boundbreakers. The production company had previously featured Vandeweert on the documentary series How to Be Alive.
“Michiel leaves a deep impression and an indelible memory with everyone who knew him or followed his story,” a statement, which was translated to English, read. “We wish the parents, sister, family, and friends much strength during these difficult times.”
Vandeweert was diagnosed with the rare progressive genetic disorder progeria at a young age. The disorder causes children to rapidly age and has a life expectancy of about 15 years, per Mayo Clinic. There is no known cure.
Vandeweert, who was a big fan of soccer team KRC Genk, was also honored by the organization after his death.
“With deep sadness, KRC Genk bids farewell to Michiel Vandeweert,” a statement, translated to English, read via Instagram on Monday, August 10. “Michiel was a true bon vivant and a loyal Genkie. His courage and positivity were a source of inspiration to many. Our thoughts are with Amber, his parents, family, and friends. Rest in peace, Michiel. 💙.”
Vandeweert’s funeral is reportedly set to take place inside the stadium.
“We have had funerals in our stadium before, but until now they were always in the business seats section,” Erik Gerits, Head of Community at KRC Genk, said in a statement translated to English. “This will be the first time we organize the funeral on the field itself. The plan is to place Michiel somewhere near the center circle and seat the spectators in the stands. Everyone who wishes to come is welcome to say goodbye.”
“It is very difficult to estimate how many people will turn up,” Gerits continued. “Fortunately, we are quite flexible and are ready for a small group, but also for a large group of people. We also have screens that we can work with.”
In a separate statement, Rik Kriekels — the mayor of Diepenbeek, where Michiel lived — paid tribute to the content creator.
“People sometimes complain and nag a lot about small things,” a statement, which was translated to English, read. “When you look at how Michiel lived his life, you can only have admiration for that.”
The creator documented his life on his social media accounts, where he amassed more than 90,000 followers online. At age 15, Vandeweert published the memoir Ik Ben Michiel, which translated to I Am Michiel, and detailed how he navigated his life with the disorder.
Michiel and sister Amber, who also has progeria, were also featured in the documentary series How to Be Alive, which was released earlier this year. The pair chronicled their lives with the condition in the series, which followed them for several months.
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Marvel’s #1 TV Series Just Brought Its Biggest Fan Theory To Life
Editor’s Note: The following article contains spoilers for X-Men ’97 Season 2, Episode 9.
X-Men ’97 left no stone unturned in its Season 2 finale, “Survival of the Fittest.” Not only does this finale feature a free-for-all between the X-Men, X-Factor, and X-Force, but it also finally resolves the fate of Gambit (AJ LoCascio) after he was resurrected and possessed by Apocalypse (Ross Marquand). In true X-Men fashion, it’s a victory that’s both hard-earned and bittersweet, and will leave some fans heartbroken by the end. Yet it’s the mid-credits scene that’s truly shocking, as it pays off a long-running fan theory about one character.
The scene involves Val Cooper (Catherine Disher) going over files at her desk until the door opens…and reveals another Cooper, who’s shocked to see someone who looks like her. The Cooper at the desk shoots her duplicate through the stomach and then transforms into Mystique, who reveals that she intends to take Cooper’s place and destabilize the United States. Fans had long speculated that Mystique would show up at the end of the season or was secretly masquerading as Cooper, and this scene brings those theories to life. It also gives more context to the events that will play out in X-Men ’97 Season 3.
Mystique’s Presence Means The X-Men and the Brotherhood of Mutants Will Clash in ‘X-Men ’97’
The first look at X-Men ’97 Season 3 was revealed during a panel at San Diego Comic-Con this year, which features the Brotherhood of Mutants wreaking havoc before being chased off by red, white, and blue-themed Sentinels. It hints that Mystique will be stoking chaos by pitting the Brotherhood against the X-Men, while also using her newfound disguise as Cooper to command X-Factor to round up any mutants who might oppose her. Further complicating matters is the fact that Mystique’s son, Graydon Creed, is now the President of the United States; Creed’s made no secret of how much he hates mutants due to his upbringing, which introduces more of the personal dynamics that drive the best X-Men stories.Ironically, X-Men ’97 is actually tapping into a long-forgotten part of Mystique’s comic book history with its big plot twist. In Uncanny X-Men #199 by Chris Claremont and John Romita Jr, the shape-shifting villainess offers her services to Val Cooper, alongside the rest of the Brotherhood. Rechristened “Freedom Force,” they’re tasked with arresting threats to American citizens — starting with their former leader, Magneto. It remains to be seen how the Brotherhood plays into X-Men ’97, but an episode could see them donning their Freedom Force moniker and hunting down the X-Men, especially as Season 2 established the mutant heroes were outlawed from operating on American soil.
‘X-Men ’97’ Continues To Be Marvel’s Biggest Show
The Mystique plot twist all but ensures that audiences who’ve been tuning into X-Men ’97 will return for Season 3, and continue to make the series one of Marvel’s biggest hits. Not only has X-Men ’97 constantly stayed in the Top 10 charts for Disney+ during its run, but it also remains one of Marvel’s highest-rated television series. Marvel Animation head Brad Winderbaum also told Collider that Season 3 will mark the beginning of a yearly release for X-Men ’97, which will no doubt continue the series’ rapid momentum.
“Season 3 is going to come out next year and Season 4 the year after that…X-Men was a constant element of my life growing up, and I just want to make as many [seasons] as fast as possible for people to see.”
What makes X-Men ’97 such a hit is that it continues the story of X-Men: The Animated Series while also tackling deeper themes and staying true to all the elements that make the X-Men some of Marvel’s most popular characters. Introducing Mystique continues that trend, especially considering her own dynamic with the X-Men; it also adds an element of suspense to the mix. This is a character who can be anyone and everyone she wants, and like Val Cooper, you’d never know until it was too late.
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Teen Drowns In Rip Current At Rockaway Beach
A tragic incident has left a mother holding onto the few belongings her son left behind. ABC News reports that Patrice Thompson is clinging to the final memories of her son, Sir Audley Sykes, after he drowned at Rockaway Beach in Queens, New York. Sykes reportedly urged lifeguards to save his friend first.
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Details On 17-Year-Old’s Tragic Death At Rockaway Beach
Sir Audley Sykes tragically died at Rockaway Beach in Queens on Sunday, August 9. Sykes reportedly drowned after a rip current caught him. Around 7:30 p.m. local time, lifeguards rushed into the water after spotting two swimmers struggling. Sykes and his best friend had got caught in the rip current together along the notoriously dangerous stretch of the shoreline. The incident happened after swimming hours, when lifeguards had reportedly already left their chairs. However, they remained nearby and had stayed late since were temperatures were hot that day. As the lifeguards moved in to help, Patrice said Sykes urged them to save his friend first.
“His best friend said he got tired and when he got tired […] that’s when the lifeguard got to him and he told the lifeguard to go to his friend and my son said, ‘no, go and pull my best friend out of the water,’” Thompson continued, “He would save someone else before he thought about himself and that’s the thing I appreciated about him the most.”
Teen’s Mother Is Clinging To His Memory After Tragic Swimming Incident
Sir Audley Sykes reportedly became the first person to drown at Rockaway Beach this summer. As his mother reflected on his final moments, she said she had to announce his passing just two days after celebrating her birthday. “I saw my baby on a stretcher, unresponsive, his heart beating on a machine,” Thompson said. Now, she’s holding onto the memories and the good times they shared. Thompson said those memories with her baby boy help her feel like everything “wasn’t just ripped away.” Patrice also shared that Sir was a great football player, adding that his teammates were “a great family to her and Sir.”
Sir’s Mom Says His Selfless Act Will Be A Part Of His Legacy
Funeral arrangements for Sir Audley Sykes remains private. However, an alleged GoFundMe page says he was his mother’s eldest son and he leaves behind six brothers. While speaking with ABC News, Patrice Thompson said losing Sir feels unimaginable, but she believes his desire to save his friend first shows the kind of person he was. “They always say the good die young,” Thompson said. “It’s gotta be for a reason.”
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Ray J Issued Loss In Legal Battle With Kim Kardashian
Ray J might be feeling down on his luck today, as he was issued a massive loss amid his legal battle with Kim Kardashian and her mother, Kris Jenner. Legal documents released by various outlets confirm that a judge tossed out his request to block Kim and Kris’ defamation lawsuit against him.

New court documents obtained by TMZ and Us Weekly state that a Los Angeles Superior Court judge denied Ray J’s request to dismiss the defamation allegations brought forward by Kim and Kris some time ago.
In his filing, Ray J rejected the allegations that he defamed both Kim and Kris, stating that the comments heard on his Twitch livestream were “hypothetical statements” and that they were made when he believed he was off camera.
The LA judge didn’t buy into Ray J’s claims, noting that “a reasonable person” could conclude that Ray J made the statements about Kim and Kris as fact. The judge also said that Ray J knew the livestream camera was still on.
Ray J will face off against Kim and Kris in court; however, they won’t meet face-to-face and in front of a judge until May 2028.
Kim Kardashian And Kris Jenner Sued Ray J In October 2025

Kim and Kris sued Ray J in October 2025, claiming in their lawsuit that the singer’s then-remarks have created “substantial and ongoing harm to their personal and professional reputation.”
Kim’s lawyer, Alex Spiro, also noted in the court documents that Ray J, who had a highly publicized relationship with the reality star in the early 2000s, was “unable to accept the end of his fleeting relationship with Ms. Kardashian over 20 years ago.”
For those who may be unaware, Kim and Kris filed the lawsuit just weeks after the “One Wish” singer made headlines for suggesting the iconic mom and daughter duo took part in serious crimes.
“The federal RICO I’m about to drop on Kris, and Kim is about to be crazy,” Ray J said about them. “I’m talking about, I’m on the news every day. I’m gonna say a lot of sh-t. Anybody that is cool with Kim, they need to tell her now, the feds is coming. There’s nothing I can do about it.”
To make matters worse, Ray J said that Kim and Kris’ alleged legal woes would be “worse” than Sean “Diddy” Combs, who is currently serving a 50-month sentence after being convicted in federal court of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.
Ray J Countersued Kim Kardashian And Kris Jenner A Month Later

In a dramatic turn of events, Ray J turned around and countersued Kim and Kris, accusing them of breach of contract for allegedly violating a $6 million settlement agreement they reportedly signed in 2023.
Ray J said in his documents, first reported by TMZ, that the two “Kardashians” stars were suing the 45-year-old to feed their ego and garner more attention to “support their various media enterprises.”
In addition to asking that Kim and Kris’ suit be tossed out, the “Sexy Can I” singer asked for $1 million in damages plus interest, attorneys’ fees, and additional relief that might be “just and proper.”
Kim Was Previously Accused Of Invading Someone’s Privacy Over Past Social Media Post

Kim has had her fair share of legal troubles over the last few years. According to a recent report from The Blast, the mother of four was previously sued by a man after Kim wrongly posted a picture of him on her Instagram and claimed he was on death row.
“Social media is a powerful force. It can be used for good: to spark social change, to warn of danger, and to foster relationships. But, when abused, social media can also inflict pain, suffering, and tragedy,” Ivan Cantu’s lawyers said in the suit.
“As a result of the Kardashian abuse, Mr. Cantu’s privacy was destroyed at a most critical and sensitive time, and he has suffered very real trauma that will last a lifetime,” they continued.
Kim Did Cantu A Solid After A Judge Sided With The Reality Star

A judge sided with Kim in the legal matter just weeks ago and actually ordered Cantu to pay Kim’s $167,000 legal bill. After Cantu told Kim’s team that paying such a huge fine would crush him, the SKIMS founder decided to spare him by waiving his debt.
“This is a lawsuit that should never have been filed. The court agreed and threw it out and ordered that [Cantu] pay Kim’s legal fees. Kim agreed to waive those fees and so [Ivan] has dismissed his case with prejudice,” Kim’s rep revealed.
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Russell Westbrook Retires From The NBA After 18 Seasons (Video)
Russell Westbrook, the NBA’s career leader in triple-doubles and the 2017 MVP, is hanging up his jersey for good. He announced on Wednesday that he’s retiring after 18 seasons.
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The two-time scoring champion shared his decision on social media in a post featuring a video narrated by actor Michael B. Jordan where the guard never says a word.
“Sometimes you don’t even know when you’ve already watched the end,” Westbrook wrote. “You had to be there. And now it’s over.”
Westbrook was the No. 4 pick in 2008 out of UCLA by the Seattle SuperSonics, just before they moved to Oklahoma City. He played his first 11 seasons with the Thunder and spent this past season with the Sacramento Kings.
Westbrook led the NBA in assists three times and was a two-time MVP of the All-Star Game. He won an Olympic gold medal in the 2012 London Games.
Westbrook leaves with 209 triple-doubles, the last on March 15. Nikola Jokic ranks second in that category with 198 going into this season. Westbrook also holds the NBA mark for most triple-doubles in a season with 42 in 2016-17, when he earned his only MVP award.
He averaged double figures for points and assists in five of six seasons starting in the 2015-16 season.
Westbrook also played for Houston, Washington, the Lakers and Clippers — splitting the 2022-23 season between the Los Angeles teams and Denver.
Last season, Westbrook started 58 of the 64 games he played for Sacramento. He averaged 15.2 points and 6.7 assists.
In 2021, the NBA selected him for the league’s 75th-anniversary team.
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Chelsea Freeman Called 911 in Panic Before Hospital Stay
UPDATE — 8/12/26, 12:55 p.m. ET: Chelsea Freeman, the wife of Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman, explained why she was admitted to the hospital with a “health scare” earlier this month.
“Woke up in the middle of the night with really sharp, intense chest and back pain,” she shared via her Instagram Story on Tuesday, August 11. “Thought I was having a heart attack so I called 911. It was honestly really scary, especially because Freddie was on the road.”
Chelsea, 35, said her troponin levels were elevated, so she underwent “a heart CT, chest X-rays and an echo.” Troponin is a group of proteins found in heart and skeletal muscle cells that help control muscle contraction.
“I saw a cardiologist for a follow up today and he thinks it may have been pericarditis or myocarditis,” she said.
Pericarditis is the swelling and irritation of the pericardium, the thin, two-layered sac surrounding the heart, while myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle usually caused by a viral infection.
“He’s having me do another echo next week to follow up,” Chelsea added. “Thankfully I’m feeling much better now 🤍.”
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Chelsea Freeman, the wife of Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman, shared a photo after suddenly being admitted to the hospital.
“Had a little health scare yesterday…” Chelsea, 35, wrote via her Instagram Story on Thursday, August 6. “But thankfully I’m home & doing okay. So grateful for the amazing EMTs, nurses, doctors & my family who took such good care of me.”
She added, “A good reminder that health really is everything & if something feels off, getting checked out is always the right choice. Taking it easy for a few days 🤍.”
While Chelsea did not go into detail about what she was dealing with, she shared a picture of her arm hooked up to an IV.
Earlier this year, Chelsea updated her followers about another trip to the hospital.
“Real life today,” she wrote via her Instagram Story on April 9. “Had a colonoscopy this morning. Was so nervous…but the actual procedure was really easy. The prep was my least favorite part. Worth it for the peace of mind. If you’ve been putting something off…this is your sign to get checked.”

Less than two weeks later, Chelsea and Freddie, 36, welcomed their fourth baby via surrogate.
“London Rosemary Joy Freeman 💕,” the couple wrote via Instagram on April 21, with the first photo of the newborn. “April 19, 2026.”
The pair announced in February that they were expecting their fourth child.
“Worth the wait. Baby No. 4 is on the way and our hearts are already so full,” the Freemans wrote in a joint Instagram post. “We are incredibly grateful for the amazing woman helping bring our baby into our lives, and we’re choosing to honor her privacy as we walk this chapter.”
Chelsea and Freddie, who got married in November 2014, also share three sons: Charlie, 9, Brandon, 5, and Maximus, 5.
After experiencing fertility issues, Chelsea and Freddie decided to use a surrogate for their second child. However, just days after undergoing the embryo transfer, Chelsea found out she was pregnant. Thus, Brandon and Maximus were born within less than two months of each other.
In 2024, Chelsea and Freddie revealed that Maximus had been diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare nerve condition that left him temporarily unable to stand, walk or talk.
Chelsea spoke exclusively with Us in March 2025 about his “miracle” recovery.
“He’s been so resilient,” she said. “It’s been amazing to see. He’s still in [physical therapy] two times a week. It will be a full one-year recovery before he’s back to complete normal.”
Chelsea added, “It was very, very, very intense. It obviously taught us that health is everything. It was awful. He was fully paralyzed on a ventilator. Seeing him able to play outside, it’s really a miracle for how sick he was.”
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Tom Segura Sets The Record Straight On ‘Awful’ Divorce
Tom Segura is finally letting fans in on his feelings about his bombshell divorce.
The comedian opened up about coming to terms with the end of his marriage to Christina Pazsitzky after being together for about two decades. This comes after she addressed the elephant in the room, highlighting their dedication to their kids despite the split.
Tom Segura met his estranged wife in the late 90s while they were building careers in the same niche. The pair became friends before love came into the picture. They tied the knot in 2008 and welcomed two sons before their eventual split.

Segura finally addressed the surprising news of his split from Pazsitzky on a recent episode of their joint “Your Mom’s House” podcast. During the Wednesday episode, titled “Your Dad’s House,” the comedian described the breakup as a “horrible experience.”
He told listeners that the “awful” split happened “many months” ago before it became public knowledge, and the whole situation has been an emotional “rollercoaster” for him. “Your emotions change many times a day,” Segura explained, adding, “You don’t feel the same all the time. It’s really tough on you.”
The news of their split after 18 years of marriage broke the internet last month; however, insiders noted that the former couple has remained “completely amicable” and would continue to co-host their successful comedy podcast.

Viewers noticed that the pair had been releasing individually hosted podcast episodes rather than featuring each other, as they had previously. Segura claims that his absence is not due to the split but rather because he has been out of town recently.
His estranged wife backed up the claim on a July 15 episode of the show, telling viewers that “Tom Segura is in L.A.” and later explained that the episodes were pre-recorded and not released in real time.
Segura, while speaking on the recent episode of the podcast, noted that he has been “bothered” by comments bashing his absence and raising claims that he made her “address this alone.”
He explained that they have been “recording episodes separately for a long time,” and since “her episode was first, she addressed it first.”
The Former Couple Still ‘Talk Every Day’
A relationship that lasted nearly two decades is not one to fizzle out so quickly. According to Segura, they still maintain a cordial relationship despite their breakup and are focusing on co-parenting their sons, Ellis and Julian.
When news of their split first made waves last month, a source told news outlets, “They had a special and productive relationship, creating one of the most successful comedy podcast networks in the industry and, more importantly, two kids.”
Segura stressed that they continue to support each other’s endeavors while trying to give their sons the best life they can. “We talk every day. Just so people know, I support Christina in everything she does. She supports me,” the 47-year-old author shared with his podcast listeners.
The entertainer further clarified that he does not wish to keep talking about the terrible experience; hence, he will not do any interviews, podcast episodes, or talk to the press about his divorce from Pazsitzky.
Inside Christina Pazsitzky’s Narrative On The ‘Very Sad’ Split
Pazsitzky addressed her breakup from her husband of almost 20 years last week on the divorce episode of their comedy podcast. She chatted with guest host Duncan Trussell, saying she wanted to voice their latest reality formally.
The businesswoman was brought to tears as she said, “Yes, Tom and I are divorcing, and it is extremely sad,” before revealing that the divorce came as a last resort. She shared that they had tried to make things work for several years for the sake of their kids and family to no avail.
Pazsitzky then reflected on their journey as a couple, recalling how they built their comedy careers, a successful comedy podcasting empire, and a family in the years they spent together. They saw the highs and lows yet remained at each other’s sides through tragic accidents, births, deaths, cancer, and COVID.
The mom of two also recalled how they started from nothing, navigating the wild ride of being poor together, and disclosed that they tied the knot with just $200 to their names. She assured listeners that it was not an “ugly divorce,” urging them not to take sides.
A Glimpse At Tom Segura And Christina Pazsitzky’s Love Story
The pair met as young comedians in the late 1990s and became friends. They started performing stand-up comedy at open nights together. Segura had taken a liking to Pazsitzky, who was in a long-term relationship at the time, so he remained in the friend zone until she broke up with her then-partner.
When he confirmed that her relationship had ended, the author made his move and asked her out on a date, which she declined. Pazsitzky later asked Segura out, and they became official. Their relationship faced phases of long-distance due to their respective careers, but their commitment and love for each other trumped all hiccups.
PEOPLE shared that the pair said their vows on November 8, 2008, and continued to work together chasing their goals. In 2016, they welcomed their first child, Ellis, and in 2018, they became a family of four after Julian was born.
Hoping Tom Segura heals from the hurt of his “horrible” yet “amicable” divorce.
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Bold and Beautiful Early Spoilers Aug 17-21: Finn Panics Hard While Brooke Erupts in Fury
The Bold and the Beautiful early spoilers for the week of August 17th bring suspense with Finn (Tanner Novlan) terrified as something unexpected and scary happens with his wife Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood).
Plus, Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) is amped up and continues to spiral about what Katie Logan (Heather Tom) has done. Also, the week of August 17th through the 21st, we’ve got R.J. Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) making his big youth line pitch, and Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) bringing Brooke home to LA in a really bad mood.
And as we always do on early edition day, we’re going to go over what’s happening the rest of this week on The Bold and the Beautiful and then we get into what is coming next week. So, let’s get right to it.
Bold and the Beautiful: Steffy & Finn Reunite
On Wednesday, August 12th’s episode of The Bold and the Beautiful, we’re gonna pick right back up where we left off on Tuesday’s episode where Finn is happily reunited with Steffy in Monaco and they’re smooching in front of the church. But while they’re getting romantic, Sheila Carter (Kimberlin Brown) is lurking nearby and her watching them kiss is kind of creepy. This is very special because they’re celebrating the anniversary of when Steffy learned Finn was alive after Sheila shot and nearly killed them both.
The Bold and the Beautiful also filmed at the beach. So, it looks like Steffy and Finn might head over to enjoy the warm sand along the Mediterranean Sea. Unfortunately, Sheila follows. She has the same driver taking her around and may have him tail them. And Steffy spots Sheila on the beach in Monte Carlo. Steffy thinks Sheila will fly under the radar since Sheila is hiding under a towel.
But Steffy yanks it off, recognizes her, and then starts raging at Finn’s mom. So, he may have to explain that yes, Sheila was on the plane, but he told her to go back to the States, but she didn’t. Finn heard Sheila bought a return ticket, but then she decided she had time to spare and sightseeing led Sheila to outright stalking. So Steffy’s going to be totally infuriated.
Also picking up from Tuesday, Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) is on one knee asking Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig) to marry him. And she asked Deacon if he is serious. He is. But Taylor thinks getting married at their age is ridiculous and not necessary. And furthermore, she’s afraid getting married will ruin them.
B&B Spoilers: Danger in Monaco and Business Battles
Thursday, August 13th on The Bold and the Beautiful. Ridge is romancing Brooke. She’s very upset that Fanny Greyson (Elsa Esnoult) inked a fragrance deal with Katie. And Fanny told Brooke, “Look, I came to Forrester first and y’all turned me away.” So that’s the issue. Katie’s working with someone the Forresters know but aren’t working with.
Ridge tries to get Brooke into a better mood, but I’m sure she’s already planning to go attack Katie once they’re back in LA. I can see Brooke calling her names again over this fragrance deal. And of course, this will have Ridge and Brooke ready to embrace R.J.’s idea about a new youth line.
Also, Daphne Rose Walton (Murielle Hilaire) tells Carter how much she loves him. And then Daphne confides in Carter that she feels like it’s really unfair that she’s been cheated by this early menopause diagnosis. And Carter tells Daphne that she can still carry a child, so they may start talking about IVF. Steffy may offer Daphne one of her frozen eggs. That way, she can experience pregnancy and birth, even if it’s with a borrowed egg.
Bold and Beautiful: Carter Determined to Start a Family with Daphne
Friday, August 14th, on The Bold and the Beautiful, Carter is doing everything he can to help Daphne. So, she and Carter might start looking into in vitro options, egg donors, and just how the whole process would work to educate themselves. Steffy is extremely emotional on Friday. This may be during her confrontation with Sheila.
Or when Steffy finds herself in danger and Sheila saves her life. So, we may get an actual cliffhanger as the week ends. Something happens and Steffy supposedly in danger with Sheila riding to the rescue. And it looks like Steffy may take a fall and she’s dangling and about to plummet to her death. But then Sheila saves her and they hug.
It definitely looks like we’re getting life and death in Monaco. That’s what Brad Bell teased about what goes on there that is going to change everything forever. So, after their nasty showdown on the beach, Steffy may storm off angry and take a misstep and then Sheila follows and saves her. So, looks like Ridge and Brooke are flying back to LA without Steffy.
There’s extras that are playing flight attendants on Thursday and Friday, and that may be to get Ridge and Brooke on the private jet back to LA. So, with the business meetings done, Ridge is probably going to take Brooke home. That way, Steffy can enjoy her time in Monte Carlo with Finn. But, of course, they have no idea that Sheila is there with them.

B&B Spoilers: Willow Sheila’s Dream Finally Come True?
Then the week of August 17th through the 21st, I expect some carryover from the Friday cliffhanger as we see this life-changing event unfold in Monte Carlo. So, it looks like Sheila may finally get the place she wants in Finn and Steffy’s lives on probation probably. But if Sheila is welcomed into the family, Christmas is going to be awkward with Deacon and Taylor also there.
But if Sheila can see Finn and Hayes, I bet she would suck it up and say, “Okay.” And if Sheila does save Steffy, as we expect, we know Finn will be forever grateful. And honestly, Ridge might have to let up on Sheila. Yes, she shot Steffy before, but then Sheila saved Taylor’s life. And if she now saved Steffy’s life, reasonably, that’s a game changer.
I expect we’re going to see Brooke confront Katie over the fragrance deal. Brooke feels like Katie’s stealing every page out of the Forrester Creations playbook. And to some extent, she is. But also, most major clothing brands have accessories and fragrance and jewelry and lots more.
Bold and the Beautiful: R.J. and Electra Get Closer
Meliss Dylan (Sydney Bullock) and Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) heat up and they have a night of passion soon. Dylan finally gets what she wants from Will. And I do wonder if Dylan’s going to overhear R.J. getting amped up about pitching Electra’s youth line and realizes she can leverage that information.
R.J. and Electra get closer professionally and personally. And with Brooke and Ridge back to LA first, they may be the first ones to hear R.J.’s big idea that the new youth line features Electra as the face and also the muse behind the dresses with R.J. and Zende Forrester (Delon de Metz) being the designers working with her.
If R.J. pitches this line not just as a much-needed youth line, but also as a way to clap back at Katie and Hope for their betrayal, that’s one more reason for Ridge to jump all over this without hesitation. And as we predicted a while back, Forrester is facing financial trouble. Eric’s couture line was costly and it didn’t sell as well as they hoped.
Ridge just told Steffy and Brooke about the disappointing sales figures. So, they need something big and they need it fast or Forrester might be in serious trouble. Also, Darcy Dylan (Kelly Sullivan) debuts as Dylan’s mom in about two weeks. It’ll be right at the end of this month, and I’m really excited about it.
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Beyond the Gates Early Spoilers Aug 17-21: Joey Explodes in Rage as Vernon Grows Anxious
Beyond the Gates early spoilers for the week of August 17th are going to see Vernon Dupree (Clifton Davis) really worried that Dani Dupree (Karla Mosley) is going to let Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett) blow up her life all over again. Plus, Joey Armstrong (Jon Lindstrom) is furious about his sister Heather Armstrong (Ashley Jones) targeting Vanessa McBride (Lauren Buglioli). Worst yet, she’s falling for it.
We’re also expecting to see Haley Lawson (Marquita Goings) busted at last. But if you’ve seen photos of her getting arrested, I’ve got some things to tell you about these alleged spoiler photos. And as we always do on early edition day, we talk about what is happening the rest of this week and then we get into what is happening the week ahead.
Beyond the Gates Spoilers: Kat Watching Haley Like a Hawk
On Wednesday, August 12th’s episode of Beyond the Gates, we’ve got Kat Richardson (Colby Muhammad) continuing to focus on Haley. She’s got her cat’s undivided attention up at the hospital and she’s very suspicious not just about what happened to Bill and what Haley’s been up to, but also why Leslie Thomas (Trisha Mann-Grant) is snuggled up to that little tiny toxic woman.
And when Haley notices Kat’s eyes on her, she might target Kat because Haley is definitely not going down without a fight. And of course, she’s afraid that one of the tests on Bill might show the toxin she’s been giving Bill, but Randy Parker (Maurice P. Kerry) assumes the guy who gave it to him was right and it won’t show up on the test.
Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne (Arielle Prepetit) heads over to Bill’s law office and to his house. And Naomi is looking for his prenup with Haley. And Naomi is also planning to pack up some things to bring back to Bill. But things get spicy at the law firm because Tomas Navarro (Alex Alegria) is confronting Naomi and he says, “Bill’s not even gone and you’re here marking your territory.” And Naomi is angry and she claps back at Tomas. What the hell did you just say to me?
Also, Dani goes to Vanessa for advice. So Dani may also have to answer some hard questions from Vanessa before she shares her thoughts with her. I think she’s going to ask her, “Seeing Bill going through this life and death ordeal, surgery, almost dying, did that change anything for you?”
BTG Spoilers: Andre Blindsided by Dani
Andre Richardson (Sean Freeman) of course was stunned to find out Dani was in with Bill when he got up to the hospital. And Andre is looking for advice from Ted Richardson (Keith D. Robinson), and it may be about the Dani and Bill situation. Also, Ted and Kat are chatting up at the hospital, and Ted’s asking his daughter how the cousins are holding up. And Kat says they’re nervous about their dad. She says Chelsea’s unraveling. Naomi is lawyering to distract herself and says, “Don’t get me started on Aunt Dani.”
So, I wonder if she will tell Ted about the husband remark that Dani made. Also, Samantha Richardson (Najah Jackson) tells something to Jessica that’s hard for her to hear. And we’re going to see Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) and Smitty Smith (Mike Manning) trying to help Tyrell Richardson (Jaden Lucas Miller) who’s going through this heartbreak after Jessica has dumped him. So, I think the dads may be secretly relieved because then Tyrell won’t be thinking he should fly to California every week.
Beyond the Gates: Hospital Crisis and Deceptions
Thursday, August 13th on Beyond the Gates. Joey and Vanessa are not on the same page about Heather. Not at all. Vanessa thinks they bonded, but Heather was playing her. Also, Smitty considers an interesting new opportunity, and you are not going to want to miss it when Andre visits Bill up at the hospital on Thursday. And things get tense.
I wonder if somebody’s told Bill by then that Dani called him her husband, and Andre might hear some upset things from Bill. I do wonder if there’s a chance he spills the sexy elevator secret to Andre. Ashley and Grayson Perez (Jordie Vilasuso) are worried about Naomi. The stress over Bill’s getting to her. And I do hope Naomi finds that prenup.
But Jacob Hawthorne (Jibre Hordges) is planning a surprise for Naomi with Grayson and Ashley’s help to distract his wife. Caroline Lee (Ellie Wang) and Haley are playing each other. So, Caroline may have figured out some things. And of course, she literally saved Bill’s life. And I’m sure that Haley wishes Caroline had just let him die on the floor.

BTG Spoilers: Vanessa Shocked & Joey Blasts Heather
Friday, August 14th on Beyond the Gates, Vanessa meets Noah while he’s out with her daughter Deanna McBride (Angela Fairley). And I’m sure Vanessa will be intrigued to find out that he is Kial Rollins (Greg Vaughan) son since she’s so close to Nicole. Plus, Joey confronts Heather. He knows she’s in the DMV to start something and doesn’t want her using Vanessa as a pawn in her agenda. Of course, Heather won’t stop, and Joey’s not going to like that at all.
Chelsea has an update for Kat, and it may be about Haley. Plus, all eyes are on Dani after her emotional declaration about Bill still being her husband. So, Anita Dupree (Tamara Tunie), Vernon, and Nicole Dupree Richardson (Daphnee Duplaix) all face off with Dani, and they’re asking her some really tough questions the last day of the week because she’s on the brink of ruining her marriage to Andre, which is very healthy for the sake of Bill, who ruined her life.
One couple reaches a new understanding. Maybe Dani and Andre. Scary. It may be Bill and Haley. Also, Andre played down this stalker as just somebody who’s going to go away if he doesn’t respond. But by the end of this week, his stalker lures Andre to a rendezvous. And I am so curious if his stalker is psychotic Heather Armstrong.
Beyond the Gates Spoilers: Randy in Trouble
Then the week of August 17th through the 21st, we have Madison Montgomery (Kenjah McNeil) due back to the DMV soon. And I do wonder if she’s going to be the one to crack the case and figure out that Bill was poisoned. So Randy, of course, is worried that he might be dragged down if Haley’s busted. And Joey’s got a close eye on this.
He already suspected Randy and Haley were up to no good. And with Vernon calling Joey about Randy, that raised another red flag. So, let’s talk now about these photos you might have seen of Haley being arrested by a couple of cops. I’ve seen them on Facebook. I’ve seen them on some sketchy YouTube channels that just do a lot of clickbait fanfiction stuff. So, I’m going to show you the pictures, but as I have put right on there, they’re fake. It’s AI.
These are not legit spoiler pics. Look at this. In one photo, it’s female cops. In the other, it’s two guy cops. You can tell it’s AI because there’s Caroline holding up a test tube. She is a paralegal, not a doctor. But the people doing these AI things were so sloppy. If you’ve seen these and are waiting for this scene, keep on waiting. These are deep fakes made by scammers looking for clicks.
BTG Spoilers: The Duprees Eager for Hayley’s Downfall
And now, of course, the Duprees would love to see Haley arrested. Dani in particular. So would the fans. Heck, I want to see her arrested, but these pics aren’t legit. I am going to keep fingers crossed that Haley faces real consequences soon. We may see Cat figure it out. Maybe Madison gets a clue. Either way, it’s long overdue time for Haley to go down.
Dani faces ongoing questions from her family. She really needs to come clean to Andre about the elevator incident and all of it, including why Dani so freaked out over Bill right now. She was kissing his hand when Haley burst into Bill’s room. This is so messy. So so soapy. I am loving it.
None of the Duprees want Dani back with Bill, not even their daughters, because he’s treated Dani like garbage, even years before horrible Haley came on the scene. Bill’s zipper can’t stay up, and he’ll probably be back to it even if Dani reunites with him. He may need one of those Tony Stark chest batteries for that pacemaker, as much as Bill likes to fool around.
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Harry Jowsey’s Let’s Marry Harry’Reunion Date, Host Revealed
Harry Jowsey’s quest to find a wife on Let’s Marry Harry has captivated audiences from start to finish — and now they’re getting a reunion!
Us can exclusively announce that the reunion will be hosted by Haley Baylee and air on Netflix Wednesday, August, 26, at 9 p.m. ET.
“I’m super excited for this opportunity because I’ve been watching closely and, trust, I have a lot of questions,” Baylee exclusively tells Us. “We’re getting into all the hookups, blowups and messy stuff in between that you guys can’t stop talking about.”
The host teases that fans can “expect some real answers and a few surprises along the way,” before warning, “Harry, you better come prepared!”
Baylee is a modern-day content creator, host and model, whose journey to stardom is anything but ordinary. She earned a degree in medical biology before switching career paths and being named Sport’s Illustrated Rookie in 2018.
The model has since covered major print publications, attended red carpets, led panels and collaborated with various celebrities, including Jacob Elordi and Courteney Cox.
Baylee’s social media following, amassing over 9.5 million followers, is one of the many reasons she’s the perfect fit to host the Let’s Marry Harry reunion as Jowsey, 29, is a social media and reality star himself. (Baylee was also named a Forbes Top Creator for three years in a row.)

Charlie Hare, Jade Innes, Emily Stone, Samantha Madsen, Juliana Melchor, Sam Kruse, Rickiyah McGrady, Elli Schryver, Dannelle Davidson, Faith Love Gonzalez, Harry Jowsey, Emma Piotrowski, Mya Benway, Abby Easterling, Lauren Hollinger, Maya Hirshman, Shaine Hinson, Debralee Tomberlin, Sammy Gotay, Lindsey Clark, Amber Mozo. Adam Rose/Netflix
When it comes to the reunion itself, Jowsey will come face-to-face with the women he let go while on the hunt for his forever partner.
Fans will also get to hear more from Jowsey’s two finalists Amber Mozo and Dannelle Davidson, whose fate will be revealed during the Wednesday, August 12, finale.
During the Unwell-produced series Jowsey attempted to trade in his bad boy reality TV persona and settle down with guidance from his closest confidants — who assisted in deciding which women would stay and who was sent packing.
“On Let’s Marry Harry, I’m locked in a house without my phone with these incredible women who signed up to marry me,” Jowsey exclusively told Us in his July cover story ahead of the show’s premiere. “They know everything about my life, and they’re like, ‘I want to stand ten toes down with this guy — and do it on Netflix.’ Why would I say no to that?”
The Too Hot to Handle alum revealed that during his dating show he became “better at communicating” his feelings and learned to “reevaluate relationships.”
“I haven’t shown up in the most respectful way in the past, and a big part of that is me being flirty or saying crazy things to get a reaction,” Jowsey said. “My level now is respectful. No being flirty and no being naughty.”

Harry Jowsey on ‘Let’s Marry Harry.’ Sara Mally/Netflix
When it comes to the finale — and the aftermath at the reunion — Jowsey teased that he had to “make the hardest decision” about his life.
“During the final nights, I couldn’t sleep. I didn’t want to hurt anyone or break anyone’s heart. I was spiraling,” he confessed to Us. “I was like, ‘This is meant to be the coolest thing ever, but it’s at the expense of someone else.’”
Despite feeling “heavy” with the pressure of the finale, Jowsey confirmed to Us that he’s “the best I’ve ever been.”
“Everything that I’ve dreamed of is happening,” he added.
Let’s Marry Harry’s reunion premieres on Netflix Wednesday, August, 26, at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT. All episodes are now streaming — including the season finale, which dropped on Wednesday, August 12.
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