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How Grey’s Anatomy Paid Tribute to Eric Dane After His Death at 53
Grey’s Anatomy‘s newest episode paid tribute to Eric Dane after his death at 53.
The hit ABC series returned on Thursday, February 26, and featured a montage at the end of the episode that highlighted Dane’s best moments as Mark Sloan (a.k.a. McSteamy) through the years. Snow Patrol’s “Chasing Cars” played in the background with a message that read, “In loving memory.”
News broke on February 19 that Dane died after a battle with ALS, which is a nervous system disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord and has no cure. The day of Dane’s death also marked 20 years since he made his debut on Grey’s.
After the medical drama premiered in 2005, Dane joined in season 2 in an episode titled “Yesterday,” which followed Dr. Sloan’s arrival at Seattle Grace that forced Derek (Patrick Dempsey) and Addison (Kate Walsh) to confront their past. Despite only being in one episode that season, Dane’s screen time was increased, and he remained on the show until 2012.
Dane later reflected on how his struggles off screen contributed to his character being killed off.
“I think I was let go,” Dane said on an episode of the “Armchair Expert” podcast in 2024 about how he was dealing with addiction issues at the time. Dane clarified that the show’s producers “didn’t” let him go specifically because of that.
“Although it definitely didn’t help. I was starting to become — as most of these actors who have spent significant time on a show, you start to become very expensive for the network,” he explained about his experience before entering a treatment center in 2011. “And the network knows that the show is going to do what it’s going to do irrespective of who they keep on it. As long as they have their Grey, they’re fine.”
Dane added: “I wasn’t the same guy they had hired. So I understood when I was let go. And [executive producer] Shonda [Rhimes] was really great. She protected us fiercely. She protected us publicly. She protected us privately. … But I was probably fired. It wasn’t ceremoniously like, ‘You’re fired,’ it was just like, ‘You’re not coming back.’”
Dane announced in April 2025 that he was diagnosed with ALS. Following his death, Rhimes, 56, released a statement reflecting on Dane’s legacy.
“Eric Dane was a beloved member of the Shondaland and Grey’s Anatomy families,” Rhimes said in a statement on February 19. “He was truly a gifted actor whose portrayal of Dr. Mark Sloan left an indelible mark on the series and on audiences around the world.”
She continued: “We are grateful for the artistry, spirit, friendship and humanity he shared with us for so many years. Our hearts are with his family, loved ones, and all who were touched by his work.”
Grey’s Anatomy airs on ABC Thursdays at 10 p.m. ET before streaming the next day on Hulu.
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‘RHOA’ Alum Marlo Hampton Blames Porsha for Firing
Marlo Hampton is one of the most talked-about cast members from “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” Most recently, she appeared on the show for its 14th and 15th seasons. Now, years after her exit, she’s slamming former costar Porsha Williams in a fiery new interview. Plus, she gave an update on where she stands with other “RHOA” ladies, such as Kenya Moore.
Marlo Hampton Slams ‘RHOA’ Star Porsha Williams

Hampton appeared on an April 2026 episode of Cam Newton’s “Funky Friday” podcast for an extensive interview. During a section of the conversation, the NFL icon asked the 50-year-old “RHOA” alum where she stood with some of her former costars.
When he mentioned Williams’ name, she said, “I don’t like her. She’s a hater, complicated.” After that, she continued, “But anyway, that’s just complicated because she was very against me coming back two seasons ago.”
Hampton then explained that when Williams was in talks to return to “RHOA” for season 16, “she was “one of the main people against me coming back.” She went on, “And one thing I don’t play with, I would never try to stop someone from getting their check.
The ‘RHOA’ Alum Explained Why Porsha Williams Didn’t Want To Film With Her

Hampton continued this line of discussion, revealing why she thinks Williams didn’t want her on “RHOA” season 16. She said, “I’m the one who will hold her accountable. I’m gonna ask the questions. She likes to run sh-t.”
From there, Newton asked why Bravo would go along with Williams’ demands. She stated, “I don’t know. She sold them a dream that she was coming on with a husband and gonna live this huge lifestyle and be in this expensive home.”
Hampton went on to note that Williams was unable to deliver what she seemingly promised for season 16 of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” noting that she was going through a divorce and couldn’t show her home at the time.
Elsewhere in the interview, Hampton also slammed Moore, calling her a “hater” and “disgusting.” The “RHOA” alum also claimed that Moore “goes too far.” However, she also admitted that many on the cast, including herself, went too far, leading Bravo to make changes to the show.
‘RHOA’ Fans Are Divided

As mentioned, Hampton is one of the most revered former cast members from “RHOA.” However, her appearances in seasons 14 and 14 left many fans of the hit Bravo show with sour tastes in their mouths. Because of this, some are calling her latest comments hypocritical.
One person said on Instagram, “Marlo, this is how we feel about you.” Another fan wrote, “Marlo, you have always been a Porsha hater.”
A different social media user said, “Kenya goes too far? They act like they never did anything to Kenya. Apollo literally lied on her, and the whole world believed it when Pheadra co-signed that lie. Marlo said Kenya didn’t give birth to Brooklyn and called her a test tube baby. Like, let’s be for real. But when Kenya claps back, it’s too far.”
Someone else wrote, “Porsha has not hated on Marlo at all. Marlo on the other hand was always hating on Porsha. Nobody wanted you to come back.”
Marlo Announced Her Exit In 2024

Hampton made her first appearance on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” during the show’s 4th season as a friend of. After that, she was featured on multiple seasons of the show in this capacity. It wasn’t until season 14 that she became a full-time housewife, a role she maintained through the following installment.
However, in February 2024, she announced she would not be returning for the show’s 16th season. Hampton told PEOPLE, “My contract with ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ ended when season 15 wrapped. This break from ‘RHOA’ is a fresh start, allowing me the space to participate in new creative entertainment projects focused on my future, and not reliving my past.”
She concluded, “I look forward to my continued relationship with Bravo and NBC Universal.”
Hampton Recently Sent Her Nephew Off To College

“RHOA” fans know that a significant part of Hampton’s storyline for her last two seasons involved her taking custody of her two nephews. After her time on the show ended, she provided updates on the boys via social media, including the college admission process for the older of the two, Michael.
According to Bravo, she confirmed in April 2025 that he was preparing to go away for college. She said in a social media post, “Michael and William, I love you more than words can say. We’ve grown so much together—through the challenges, the joy, and all the little moments in between. Becoming a family under one roof wasn’t always easy, but I wouldn’t change a thing.”
The “RHOA” alum added, “Watching you both grow into incredible young men fills me with so much pride. As we step into this next chapter with Michael heading to college, I’m ready for all that’s to come—together, always.”
He is now a student at Hampton University.
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Kristy Sarah Turns Heads At Coachella With Look, Fans Are Shook
Coachella Day 1 already brought the heat, but one look in particular has everyone doing a double-take, and all eyes are on Kristy Sarah as she stepped into the desert serving straight-up ethereal baddie energy. And let’s just say… the timeline is NOT being quiet about it, because this look has folks stopping the scroll in real time.
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Kristy Sarah Turns Heads At Coachella
On Saturday, Kristy Sarah took to social media to show off her Coachella Day 1 fit, and let’s just say she understood the assignment and then some. In a series of Instagram posts, she shared photos and videos of herself posted up in the desert surrounded by dirt, cactus, and friends while rocking an off-white cream ensemble featuring a corset-style top with a lace neck detail paired with matching satin or silk shorts. She topped it off with a textured cream cowboy hat, gold wrist jewelry, and cow-print knee-high cowboy boots, while her glam was fully beat with gem accents around her eyes giving full ethereal festival vibes.
The Comments Said “We’re Staying Right Here”
Fans wasted no time running to Kristy Sarah’s Instagram comment section—and they filled it UP real quick. Some were jokingly asking how anyone could ever fumble her, while others were fully hyping her Coachella Day 1 look and calling her fit a whole moment. And of course, plenty of ladies were just happy to see her glowing, happy, and fully in her element out in the desert.
One Instagram user @alexismvondeak said, “😍😍🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️happiness looks beautiful on you Kristy🫶🏼”
This Instagram user @glopunzo commented, “Can we see the back too😍😍😍👀👀”
And, Instagram user @theanithamaputsi shared, “she ate , she the main birthday meal.😍🔥”
Meanwhile, Instagram user @yobhrissy wrote, “You BETTTERRRRR“
While Instagram user @_clevelands_finest said, “Imagine fumbling this woman and she gets finer day after day😍😍😍😍😍”
Finally, Instagram user @datopbreagain2 added, “Kristyyyy, you’re so mfing fine.🥶😍”
Mama Puts Growth In Motion After Speaking Out
Y’all! It seems like Kristy Sarah is truly walking in everything she said she would. After previously opening up about feeling like she was building her social life “from scratch” and struggling with stepping back out into social settings, Kristy is now showing herself actively pushing through that discomfort and making more intentional appearances. She had explained that motherhood and life routines had pulled her into a different phase, and transitioning back into prioritizing herself hasn’t been easy—but she’s been committed to changing that.
In her earlier message to fans, Kristy admitted that even just leaving the house can trigger anxiety, not because of getting ready, but because of actually stepping out the door. However, she shared that forcing herself to show up has been paying off, and she’s now focused on saying yes more, leaning into hobbies, and prioritizing experiences for herself. She also noted that post-pandemic habits contributed to her social anxiety, but she’s actively working through it by attending more meaningful events—and now fans are watching as she puts that growth into action in real time.
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Dax Shepard reflects on befriending Eric Dane after almost fighting each other at an AA meeting: 'I hated him'
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“I ended up loving him so much,” Shepard said of the late actor, who died at 53 in February following a battle with ALS.
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Son Melts Hearts With Reaction To ‘Boys 4 Life’ Tour
Roomies, Bow Wow’s son, Stone Moss, got the surprise of his life when he realized his dad was one of the performers at the ‘Boys 4 Life’ tour. Bow’s mom, Teresa Caldwell, shared a video of Stone’s reaction on social media, and the cuteness is next level!
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Bow Wow’s Son Goes Viral For His Sweet Reaction To ‘Boys 4 Life’ Tour
Recently, Bow Wow’s mom, Teresa Caldwell, shared footage from the ‘Boys 4 Life’ tour on Instagram. The quick clip shows Bow Wow’s son Stone, whom he shares with model Olivia Sky, sitting near the stage, trying to get a peek at what’s about to go down. Stone was chilling with his grandma in a black Champion T-shirt, looking confused as he tried to connect the dots and figure out how his dad ended up onstage. As soon as Bow Wow’s mom dropped the video, fans flooded the comments with reactions, calling him Lil’ Bow Wow for real.
Peep the video here.
The Internet Can’t Stop Talking About Stone’s Adorable Reaction
Folks online kept flooding Teresa’s comment section with reactions to the video of Stone. Some admitted they didn’t even know the rapper had a son, while others couldn’t believe how fast he’s grown up.
Instagram user @allandra_leann wrote, “He looking like i know that’s not my dad up there ❤️”
Instagram user @iamshaunie wrote, “He’s adorable 😍😍😍😍”
While Instagram user @afrovocative wrote, “When bow wow said how old his son is, I literally gasped because I still thought he was only like 2 years old. 😮”
Then, Instagram user @her_libra_t wrote, “wow Daddy’s twin ❤️❤️”
Another Instagram user @yellowgoldgoddess wrote, “Awww….🐾 Little-Lil Bow wow 🐾 😂 they look exactly alike.”
Instagram user @breewill_iam wrote, “He said wait a minute 🤣🤣🤣🤣”
While another Instagram user @_mutti wrote, “I had no idea Bow wow had a son, so handsome!”
Then another Instagram user @msdeefnp wrote, “I feel like I hear his little mind saying ‘wait what?’”
Finally, Instagram user @tricey630 wrote, “His handsome self have no idea how his daddy is that man 🥰”
Twin Energy Runs In Bow Wow’s Family
At this point, Bow Wow and his kids are triplets. While some fans are just getting introduced to his son Stone, plenty already know his daughter Shai Moss, whom he shares with Joie Chavis. Bow and Shai stay taking over social media with their viral daddy-daughter moments. Most recently, they had TikTok on lock when they hopped on a viral dance challenge that had fans living for the rapper in daddy mode. See the video below.
@.shaimossHes acting like he dont got rhythm smh😭🙄♬ Dumb wit it (get in dea) – Geaux Teezy
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John Nolan, “Batman Begins” actor and uncle of Christopher Nolan, dies at 87
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He also appeared in his nephew Jonathan Nolan’s CBS series “Person of Interest.”
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Harrison Ford opens up about dealing with depression: 'I was socially ill, psychologically not well'
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The iconic star recently explained how discovering acting during college helped him overcome his struggles.
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Drew Sidora To Move Out Amid Custody Ruling With Ralph Pittman
One Instagram user @chachipaulino wrote, “primary custody during the school year ? Ok basically SHE WON 🥳”
This Instagram user @the.jee.spot claimed, “I can’t wait until the reunion now, cuz K is gonna drag this 😂😂😂”
And, Instagram user @tevin92bk added, “When the man get CUSTODY you know you MESSED UP 😫😮”
Meanwhile, Instagram user @_goodie2shoez shared, “Baby she about to have the best year of her life!! Normalize these men being full time parents!“
While Instagram user @d0pesince commented, “What kind of attorney did she hire!?“
Lastly, Instagram user @__destinialexis said, “Damn praying for her!!!“
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Katseye's Manon shares message to fans after group makes Coachella debut without her
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Manon Bannerman announced her hiatus from the K-pop group in February.
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Netflix Price Hikes Are So Outrageous That They’re Actually Illegal
By TeeJay Small
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Netflix subscribers have been subject to numerous price hikes in recent years, as the streaming giant continues squeezing every possible droplet of profitability out of their audience. If you feel that these price hikes are so outrageous that they should be outlawed, you’re not alone. Apparently, the government of Italy is taking action against Netflix, with Variety reporting that Italian customers may be entitled to millions in refunds. While this bears little immediate relevance to U.S. audiences, the ongoing legal case could set an important precedent for streaming practices in the future.
Per Variety, a Rome court has sided with a consumer advocacy group against Netflix. The filing argues that exponential price hikes, which took place from 2017 through 2024, are in direct violation of Italy’s national consumer code. Specifically, the Movimento Consumatori claims that corporations cannot unilaterally raise their rates on subscription-based services without offering advanced notice and a valid reason for the change. Since Netflix has made no major sweeping changes to its service and offered no such notice, they are alleged to be in violation of Italy’s consumer protection laws.
Netflix Fights Back
Reps from Netflix have already announced an intention to appeal this ruling, though it’s unclear what grounds they have to argue. The streamer has 90 days from the initial April 1 ruling to make their case, or they’ll be subject to daily $800 penalties. Meanwhile, lawyers Paolo Fiorio and Riccardo Pinna have demanded Netflix offer refunds of hundreds of dollars to individual subscribers.
Specifically, the legal team articulated “A Premium subscriber who has paid for Netflix continuously from 2017 to the present day is entitled to a refund of about €500 ($577), while a standard subscriber is due a refund of about €250 ($288).” Netflix boasted a subscriber base of over 8 million monthly users in Italy back in 2024, so these payouts could range into the hundreds of millions if they come to fruition.
Will Netflix Actually Have To Pay Up?
For now, it’s hard to say with any certainty that Netflix will pay up, or that this legal case will have sweeping ramifications for the streaming industry. Individual cases have been brought against streamers in European nations such as Germany, Poland, and the Netherlands, though they have yet to cause any major ripple effect. But, if Netflix does seek to continue raising its rates, it bears asking, what exactly are we paying extra for?
To paraphrase one proud Italian-American from the small screen, Netflix subscribers may soon be informing the streamer, “You’ve got 90 days to give me my money.” If Netflix wants to respond with a Tony Soprano quote of their own, I’d suggest “with all due respect, you got no f-ing idea what it’s like to be number one.”
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