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Jack Black’s Raunchy, R-Rated Netflix Comedy Is A Midlife Crisis Waiting To Happen
By Robert Scucci
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I’ve never been to a high school reunion. The biggest reason is that I don’t live in the same state, and if I’m going to use my time off, I’m going to do something cool with my family or friends. More importantly, and I think we’re all on the same page here, I know what everybody’s been up to over the last 20 years thanks to social media. Class reunions are pointless in this day and age because I can get anybody’s life story, or at least the parts they share publicly, with a few keystrokes. It’s no longer hot goss if it’s not privileged information, so why bother?
Jack Black’s 2015 effort, The D Train, on the other hand, treats the 20-year high school reunion with the same amount of reverence as Romy and Michele did in the 90s. That movie made sense because the internet wasn’t in every household, and you could totally show up, lie about who you are and what you’ve accomplished, have everybody think you invented Post-Its until you get outed, and then the real humiliation ritual begins. I’d totally show up to that.

The D Train tries to capture that same energy, but then it veers into increasingly dark territory as Jack Black’s Daniel Gregory spirals into the worst kind of midlife crisis. It’s a funny movie. Everybody does what they’re supposed to do. It’s just that everything would have landed a lot harder if this movie came out in 2005, because that’s where all the humor lives.
It’s Not 2015 Funny, But It Is 2005 Funny
In The D Train, Daniel Gregory is the unofficial chairman of his Pittsburgh high school’s alumni committee. He fancies himself a powerful man in this position, but everybody beneath him knows he’s a joke. He writes long newsletters, often signing off with nicknames he gives himself, like “The D Man,” “D Money,” and, as the title suggests, “The D Train.” Desperate to prove his worth, Daniel is hellbent on making sure his 20-year reunion has the best turnout possible.

While channel surfing one night, he spots former classmate Oliver Lawless (James Marsden) in a Banana Boat commercial, and in his infinite wisdom decides that having a commercial celebrity show up will draw a crowd. Daniel flies out to Los Angeles using company resources after lying to his boss, Bill Shurmur (Jeffrey Tambor), about closing a deal with Oliver. Bill is the kind of boomer boss who “doesn’t do emails,” so he’s incredibly gullible and puts all his trust in Daniel. Certainly this won’t blow back later. Also, it’s 2015, and this whole setup belongs in 2005. It gives off the same vibe as 2013’s The Internship. It’s kind of funny, but it would have been really funny about 10 years earlier.
During his trip to LA, Daniel has a sexual encounter with Oliver, who hooks up with anybody. It’s not that Oliver is actually gay. He’s just promiscuous and takes what he can get, which just so happens to be Daniel, who just so happens to catch feelings.

Oliver comes back to Pittsburgh with Daniel, and their bromance blossoms as they prepare for the reunion. Oliver doesn’t understand Daniel’s infatuation with him. Oliver is the kind of guy who peaked in high school, and I don’t mean that as a jab. Oliver knows he peaked in high school. He lives in a crappy apartment, occasionally lands commercial work, but mostly scrapes by while putting on a brave face.
Daniel is the kind of guy who didn’t peak in high school. In fact, he hasn’t peaked yet. This isn’t a jab either. Daniel has a well-paying job, a nice house, a wife (Kathryn Hahn) who loves him, and he does his best with his teenage son Zach (Russell Posner). He just can’t appreciate any of it because he never left his hometown, which to him feels like something he should be ashamed of. That makes Oliver the coolest guy in his eyes, because he got out and tried to do things his own way. Whether Oliver is successful or not is irrelevant. Daniel feels trapped, and now he’s romantically mixed up with the cool kid from school because he thinks it will give his life meaning.
Jack Black Is Reliably Jack Black In The D Train

The D Train is an effective comedy, but it feels like a “too little, too late” kind of movie. Jack Black is clearly having fun riffing on the material, but the material itself, even in 2015, feels like it’s from a different era. The out-of-touch boss stuff would work better in small doses, but the many misdirects about how CCing on emails works, and how the internet works in general are so heavy-handed that it doesn’t seem real. No guy running a successful company with dozens of employees under him is that clueless, even if he is technologically inept.
The whole high school reunion angle doesn’t work for me either. Grosse Pointe Blank and Romy and Michelle’s High School Reunion made sense because people actually fell out of touch back then. The D Train feels like it’s trying to tap into that same idea without realizing it missed the bus.

What’s really unfortunate about The D Train is that Jack Black is hilarious. He’s reliably Jack Black, and that’s all he needs to be. He’s also more complex than his usual screwball roles because Daniel is working through some seriously heavy emotions. He feels trapped in his life, unfulfilled in his marriage, experiences a confusing sexual awakening in middle age, and just wants to be somebody people talk about. It’s a sad story that’s made funny through over-the-top, and often clueless, characterization.
What’s even sadder is that these very funny people are trying to do very funny things in a world that no longer exists. It didn’t exist when this movie came out, and anybody under 30 watching it today probably won’t understand why a high school reunion matters this much to some people.


The D Train is streaming on Netflix.
Entertainment
Blake Lively Faces Another Legal Setback
Blake Lively’s courtroom war with Justin Baldoni may officially be settled, but the legal drama surrounding “It Ends With Us” is far from over.
Just days after both sides reached a surprise agreement, the actress was hit with another setback when a judge rejected her latest request tied to legal fees and damages.
The ruling comes as tensions continue to boil between the two camps, with Baldoni’s attorneys celebrating the settlement as a major win while Lively’s team insists the actress succeeded in exposing retaliation tactics against her.

Blake Lively suffered another courtroom disappointment on Monday after a judge denied her request to submit additional briefs and evidence connected to her legal fees fight with Justin Baldoni.
According to TMZ, the actress had hoped to provide further arguments before the court finalized any ruling tied to damages or attorney costs following the pair’s recent settlement.
The legal development arrived only days after Lively and Baldoni ended their nearly two-year battle connected to “It Ends With Us.”
Despite the settlement, Lively is still aggressively pursuing compensation tied to Baldoni’s failed $400 million defamation lawsuit against her.
The actress claims she should be awarded legal fees because Baldoni’s countersuit was retaliatory and ultimately dismissed.
Lively is also requesting “compensatory damages tripled, and punitive damages,” according to court filings.
Her legal team had already filed motions earlier in the case but wanted permission to present even more supporting material before the judge shut the request down. The filing itself landed in New York court just three days after the settlement agreement became official.
Lively Continues Pushing For Legal Fees From Baldoni

Blake Lively’s attorneys have remained firm in arguing that the “It Ends With Us” director should face financial penalties for filing the defamation suit against her.
Michael Gottlieb, one of the Hollywood star’s lawyers, argued the court should impose “severe and mandatory penalties against any party who files unsuccessful retaliatory defamation actions against sexual harassment and retaliation complainants.”
He also argued that Lively’s original allegations were protected under California law because they were made through the California Civil Rights Department.
Judge Lewis Liman, who handled both cases, previously sided with Lively on that argument and dismissed Baldoni’s defamation suit last year.
Gottlieb pointed specifically to California Civil Code Section 47.1, saying the law exists to ensure people can “share their experiences with courts, agencies, the press, and others without fear of suit.”
The attorney also requested permission to submit a five-page brief explaining exactly how Lively should receive the money she seeks.
The legislation itself was passed in 2023 following the MeToo movement and remains relatively new within the court system. Meanwhile, Baldoni’s lawyers strongly rejected the idea that their client should pay Lively anything extra.
Blake Lively And Justin Baldoni Continue Trading Public Shots

Even after settling, Lively and Baldoni’s camps are still publicly attacking each other over who truly won the case.
Baldoni’s attorneys called the “Gossip Girl” actress’s effort to recover legal fees “draconian” and argued the director had every right to defend himself in court.
They also accused Lively of attempting to make herself “immune from any culpability for her wrongful acts.” Bryan Freedman, Baldoni’s attorney, described the settlement as a “win and total victory” for his side.
“The court had already dismissed 10 of Ms Lively’s 13 claims, including every sexual harassment claim, every defamation claim, and all claims against the individual defendants,” Freedman said per the Daily Mail, adding, “Ms Lively voluntarily dismissed the rest.”
He also claimed the actress settled because she feared losing at trial, noting, “In our view, they settled because they knew they were going to lose in court.”
Freedman added that the only remaining issue involves “a pending request for fees based on a very narrow issue.”
Lively’s Team Calls Settlement A ‘Resounding Victory’

Despite the fierce statements from Justin Baldoni’s side, Blake Lively’s attorneys painted a very different picture of the outcome.
As reported by The Blast, her lawyers insisted the settlement represented a major success for the actress and her wider mission.
In a statement, her attorneys called the agreement a “resounding victory” for Lively. “By agreeing to this settlement, and waiving their right to appeal, Justin Baldoni and every individual defendant now face personal liability for abusing the legal system to silence and intimidate Ms Lively,” the statement said.
The legal team also argued the settlement destroyed claims that Lively fabricated her allegations, stating, “And by admitting that Ms Lively’s concerns ‘deserved to be heard’ the defendants have ended once and for all the fiction that Ms Lively ‘fabricated’ claims of sexual harassment and retaliation.”
The statement continued, emphasizing Lively’s broader goal throughout the legal war. “From day one Blake Lively’s mission was clear: expose and hold accountable those who weaponize smear campaigns and retaliatory lawsuits to intimidate and silence survivors. That mission continues,” it read.
Blake Lively Walks Away Without Financial Settlement

One of the biggest surprises surrounding the settlement is that Lively reportedly received no direct financial payout.
Earlier this week, reports revealed that no money changed hands despite Lively previously claiming the controversy had devastated both her reputation and business ventures.
The actress alleged in court filings that she lost as much as $40.5 million after being labeled a “mean girl” and a “bully.”
She also claimed she missed out on up to $87.8 million in acting and endorsement opportunities.
According to filings, another $143.5 million was allegedly lost due to reduced profits from her haircare and alcohol brands.
Justin Baldoni’s legal team dismissed those numbers as “pie in the sky” estimates and argued Lively’s damaged reputation stemmed from her own actions.
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Below Deck Down Under Teases 2nd Cast Exit After Mike Is Fired
Below Deck Down Under just lost Mike Durrant — and it doesn’t look like the cast exits stop there.
During the sneak peek for the Monday, May 18, episode of the hit Bravo series, Captain Jason Chambers appears to be fed up with Jenna Woudberg‘s love triangle with Ben Robinson and Eddy Hounsell. The trio are at odds before Jason steps in to fix the ongoing conflict aboard the Katina.
“I have a second stew that created a s***storm,” he tells Daisy Kelliher. “Something has got to change.”
Jenna is then asked to “speak” with Jason and her future on the show remains unclear. Her potential exit would come after Mike was fired for not contributing enough in the interior, which allowed Barbie Pascual to return to the franchise.
“It was a long time coming and a lot of my behavior was unacceptable,” Mike exclusively told Us Weekly earlier this month about his departure. “I feel like this was probably just the icing on the cake. When I had back chatted to Daisy — especially since she is someone who is a superior — and I never meant it in a disrespectful manner.”
Mike said he knew there “wasn’t any chance of winning the job back.”
“I was out of luck. For me, I was actually more disappointed. I hadn’t just let myself down, I had also let everyone else down. I was actually upset about how things went down,” he continued. “I was just having fun and I didn’t mean any harm by it and I was just enjoying the ride. Then it reality hit — and the crew were a man down when they obviously had to put the extra effort in.”
The deckhand and stew went on to defend the comment he made to Alesia Harris about not doing anything wrong.
“We had this banter where we would go back and forth with each other. I would wind Alesia up. I wasn’t playing dumb,” he clarified. “I knew deep down that I had made a mistake — as well as various other mistakes. Looking back now, I hold accountability of what I did and for me it’s more I have to learn from that. I have to learn where I went wrong and not let anyone down again. Now is just learning from those mistakes and moving forward — and understanding where I went wrong.”
At the time, Mike wanted to clarify a misconception viewers may have about him, saying, “I had obviously seen a lot of comments about me having issues with the women onboard. Something I wanted to clear up is if it had been a male chief stew and male stews, I would have been exactly the same. It was more about the department rather than about who I was working with. I didn’t enjoy working in that department and I was 90 percent working in that department.”
Below Deck Down Under airs on Bravo Mondays at 8 p.m. ET. New episodes stream the next day on Peacock.
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Dina Manzo and Husband David Cantin Call Off Divorce
Former Real Housewives of New Jersey star Dina Manzo and her husband, David Cantin, took steps to get a divorce before seemingly reconciling.
According to California court documents exclusively obtained by Us Weekly, Manzo, 54, secretly filed for a legal separation from Cantin in March 2025 after nearly eight years of marriage.
In her filing, she stated the pair tied the knot in June 2017 and split the same day she filed for separation on March 4, 2025.
Cantin filed his own paperwork for divorce six days later, on March 10, 2025, in Florida. In his petition for divorce, Cantin claimed they married on June 28, 2018, in Malibu, California, and the marriage was “irretrievably broken.”
He alleged that his wife had been permanently residing in Florida since 2021 and they last lived together as husband and wife in the Sunshine State.
At the time of his filing, Cantin asked the court to equitably distribute their marital assets with an unequal distribution in his favor, citing the “duration of the marriage and [his] extraordinary contributions to the acquisition, enhancement and production of income or the improvement of both the marital assets and the non-marital assets.”
He also asked that the court award his attorneys’ fees and costs to the “extent the wife engages in unnecessary… or vexatious litigation.”
In her own separate filing in California, Manzo also cited irreconcilable differences and requested spousal support and attorneys’ fees, but did not want him to be awarded spousal support. She stated in docs that she would address any assets and debts at a later date.

Dina Manzo, David Cantin Courtesy of Dina Manzo
In April 2025, both parties decided to halt the cases “in an effort to resolve all issues in a dignified, private and cooperative manner” and “attempt to reach a mutually agreed upon resolution of all issues,” without the court’s involvement, according to docs.
Nearly one year after they filed for divorce and separation, respectively, court documents obtained by Us reveal both Manzo and Cantin requested that their petitions be dismissed just over a month ago on March 27.
Us Weekly has reached out to Manzo’s team for comment. Cantin’s lawyer told Us, “We do not comment about our clients or cases.”
And just one day after voluntarily dismissing their court cases, Manzo shared happy memories from a tropical — and romantic — getaway with Cantin.
“D&D 2.0 ❤️ {paradise edition},” she wrote via Instagram on March 28.
Just weeks earlier, Manzo also praised “my husband” for setting “the birthday bar dangerously high this year” after she appeared to receive a special Studio 54-themed birthday party on March 7.
Fans met Dina when she helped launch The Real Housewives of New Jersey in 2009 with Teresa Giudice, Jacqueline Laurita, Caroline Manzo and Danielle Staub.
She stepped away from the show after season 2 and made brief appearances in season 4 before returning full-time for season 6. Although she was asked to continue with the show, Dina chose to step away for good and enjoy a more private life in California. (The reality star didn’t publicly confirm her 2017 wedding to Cantin until two years later.)
“Of course, they asked me back,” Dina recalled to Fox 411 in May 2016. “I thought about it for a minute, and I thought, ‘How am I supposed to do this? I don’t live there.’ … I’m kind of the person that if it’s not comfortable and it doesn’t fit who I am, I walk. You have to be happy and if it doesn’t sit well with your soul, you have to listen to that.”
As for Cantin, he never appeared on Bravo but found himself in the headlines when Dina’s ex-husband, Thomas Manzo, was convicted of hiring a “reputed mobster” in 2015 to assault her then-boyfriend.
After Thomas was found guilty in June 2024, Dina shared a photo of herself raising her hands up to the sky while the sunshine rained down on a large monument.
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13 Slimming Swimsuits to Look Like a Hamptons Rich Mom
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There’s a very specific kind of swimsuit that just reads expensive — the kind you’d spot at a Hamptons beach club, paired with oversized sunglasses and a chilled drink in hand. It’s polished, flattering and never over-the-top. The best part? You don’t need a country club membership (or a designer budget) to get the look.
Below, we found 13 slimming swimsuits that channel that effortless Hamptons rich mom energy without trying too hard. Think: mornings at the beach, long lunches in linen pants and afternoons spent lounging poolside. They flatter, smooth and elevate your entire summer wardrobe — and start at just $21.
Hamptons Rich Mom-Inspired Swimsuits
1. Our Favorite: Adjustable tie straps on the top and a classic blue-and-white stripe pattern make this striped bikini set the closest thing to a customizable fit at this price point.
2. Coastal Elegant: The fabric of this gathered one-piece softens the midsection while the deep neckline elongates the upper body for a more sculpted look. Paired with gold hoops and a woven tote, it practically begs for a beach club lunch.
3. Resort Ready: The wrap silhouette on this blue floral one-piece cinches at the waist while skimming over the midsection. Tummy control panels do the smoothing without the squeeze of heavy shapewear.
4. Minimalist Muse: With its barely-there detailing and streamlined fit, this ruched one-piece swimsuit leans into that quiet, polished aesthetic. It hugs the body just enough to shape without ever feeling restrictive.
5. Top-Rated: Crisp white, deep V-neck, hidden tummy control. This white one-piece swimsuit has earned thousands of shopper raves for fitting like something three times the price.
6. Figure-Flattering Floral: The vibrant floral print adds a playful touch while subtly camouflaging through the midsection. The ruched waist and ruffle neckline create shape and softness in all the right places.
7. Coastal Classic: Side cutouts plus a high-waisted bottom give this blue striped one-piece the look of a two-piece with the coverage of a full suit. Tummy control lining smooths everything in between.
8. Rich-Looking: It reads like something from a high-end resort boutique, but it’s under $40. Wear this color-block swimsuit poolside with a wide straw hat and oversized tortoise sunglasses.
9. Floral Find: The high-waisted bottom on this blue floral bikini hits at the natural waist, covering the midsection while showing just enough skin. The top has classic triangle coverage with tie straps.
10. Nautical Stripes: Classic navy stripes, plunging V-neck, hidden tummy control panels. The vertical lines on this striped V-neck swimsuit elongate the torso while the structured cups add lift.
11. Gorgeous Gingham: Imagine a Hamptons farmers’ market run after a swim. This black gingham two-piece reads more sundress than swimsuit under a denim jacket, with the skirted bottom doing the heavy lifting.
12. Expensive-Looking: Tie the sarong at the hip for a beach club lunch, then drop it for the water. The tropical print monokini has a deep V that’s secured enough for actual swimming, not just posing.
13. Flirty and Fun: Ruffled hems on the top and high-waisted bottom add movement and softness to this ruffle hem bikini. The ruffles also break up the silhouette in flattering places along the bust and hip.
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Terry Crews Told To Make Hollywood Pay Over Treatment
Terry Crews has gone viral after an old clip showed him opening up about how he was allegedly abandoned by Hollywood. The actor claimed the cold treatment came after he spoke out about being reportedly assaulted by his former agent.
Internet users have since shared mixed reactions online, with many calling for him to be protected at all costs, while others insisted he should have made Hollywood pay for how he was treated.
The renewed attention also comes as Terry recently opened up about how he and his wife, Rebecca, endured years of her battle with Parkinson’s disease before he stumbled upon a post about a cutting-edge treatment.
An old clip of Terry’s appearance on the “Soul Boom” podcast with Rainn Wilson is making the rounds online. In the clip, the “Norbit” actor reflected on the backlash he faced after going public with allegations that his former agent, Adam Venit, assaulted him.
Terry recalled that people initially struggled to believe him because of his size and pressed him about what he was trying to achieve by speaking out. He went on to say that while he stood his ground, the decision cost him financially, as the checks stopped coming in.
Terry revealed that he reported the said assault to the agency and was told it was being handled. However, according to him, the only thing he received afterward was silence.
Terry Claimed He Was ‘Abandoned’ By Hollywood

Things remained the same until about a year later, when Terry teased what had been going on in a tweet. Shortly afterward, he received a call from the agency looking to iron out the situation. However, the matter had seemingly escalated by then, as many others had also come forward to share similar stories.
Terry explained that the agency still would not take action against the “predator in [the] hallway.” However, he noted during the interview that his vulnerability resulted in him being pushed out by Hollywood, as many industry bigwigs allegedly turned away from him.
“Abusers protect each other in Hollywood,” he said.
Terry Crews’ Viral Clip Sparks Mixed Reactions

Internet users have taken to social media to share mixed reactions to the resurfaced clip, with many praising Terry for being vulnerable, while others were less sympathetic to his plight.
“Can you believe the man is violated and they want Him to shut up!!!!! That’s just sick,” one X user wrote, while another added, “Wow, they tried to act like his case wasn’t successful. I’m glad other people also confessed, and he won the case.”
Others had a more critical take.
“If you’re assaulted in front of your family and a room full of white people, you should have beaten his -ss in front of all those witnesses in self-defense and sued him for millions of dollars!!!” one user penned.
Terry And Rebecca Open Up About Health Scare

Terry and his wife, Rebecca, recently opened up about the storms and trials they’ve had to endure in their home, particularly with her Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2015.
In an interview with PEOPLE Magazine, they spoke about the ordeal of dealing with the health scare. Rebecca recalled reaching a breaking point after going three days without sleep. Terry later walked in to show her a post about a groundbreaking, noninvasive treatment known as focused ultrasound, which he believed could help her.
“I’d been reading about this and researching it for ten years,” he recalled. It turned out he was right, and she was able to start getting better.
Terry’s Daughter Narrates Incident With ‘Creepy’ Actor
Meanwhile, Terry and Rebecca’s daughter Azriél took to social media earlier this year to narrate how a “creepy” actor hit on her when she was just 16. At the time, she explained that she met the famous star at a “pre-wedding yacht party” but refused to mention his name.
“He was very well aware of my age,” she recalled in the clip. “He was friendly at first, and I was a fan of his work, so I was actually really excited to meet him.”
Azriél said the actor later sat beside her at the ceremony despite seats being unassigned, which she described as her “first official red flag.” She claimed he then touched her back, smiled “creepily” at her, and made an uncomfortable remark while pressing his knee against hers.
Entertainment
Who Won American Idol Season 24? Meet Hannah Harper
The latest American Idol winner has been revealed.
During the Monday, May 11, season 24 finale, host Ryan Seacrest announced that Hannah Harper received the most votes from viewers. Jordan McCullough was revealed to be the runner-up, with Keyla Richardson coming in third place.
“After a nationwide vote and an incredible season, the winner of American Idol 2026 is Hannah Harper,” Seacrest announced in the finale’s climactic moment.
The Idol finale started off with the final three each singing a track in honor of guest mentor Alicia Keys. Harper performed Keys’ 2007 hit “No One,” while Richardson covered 2009’s “Un-Thinkable (I’m Ready)” and McCullough took on the 2003 song “If I Ain’t Got You.”
“Your voice sound beautiful and tender and like a lullaby,” judge Luke Bryan told Harper. “Your voice is like walking in the outdoors. It’s like walking through a beautiful garden. You’re true artist.”
The second round was a salute to each finalist’s hometown, with Harper opting for the original track “Married Into This Town.”
“Congratulations on songwriting, congratulations about being that authentic person,” judge Lionel Richie told her.
The hometown round continued with Richardson’s rendition of “I Love The Lord” and McCullough’s version of “Dear God.” At the conclusion of the second round, Seacrest revealed that Keyla finished in third place overall.
The stage was set for a dramatic showdown between the final two, as each got a chance to perform their potential winner’s single — Harper’s “String Cheese” and McCullough’s “Goodness of God.” When the votes were totaled, Harper was revealed as the 2026 Idol winner.
Harper, 25, is a stay-at-home mom of three from Willow Springs, Missouri. The singer has captivated American Idol fans since she auditioned with an original song titled “String Cheese,” which explores postpartum depression.
McCullough, 27, is a worship director at Zeal Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, which is less than an hour away from Nashville. He previously auditioned for The Voice in 2019 but did not receive any chair turns.
Richardson, 29, is a gospel singer born and raised in Pensacola, Florida. Her single “So Good” became her first No. 1 on Billboard‘s Gospel Airplay chart in 2021.
After making the Top 5 during the April 27 episode, Harper and Richardson exclusively told Us Weekly that they were grateful to be able to share their faith with America throughout the season.
“We both have grown up in church and had the opportunity to share our testimony, and it was nice to be able to have it on this platform,” Harper said. “It was an honor.”
Richardson added, “I grew up in the church. I know so many songs, so it was kind of hard to pick, but I wanted to pick something everyone could relate to. I wanted everyone to worship with me. That’s my heart right there. That’s where I find myself in worship a lot of times. When they said ‘songs of faith,’ that was right up my alley.”
The musician continued, “I’m glad that we can be open about our faith. I’m glad that everybody is OK with it, and we’re OK with it. … I love God, and that’s who I love.”
Harper, McCullough and Richardson were voted into the Top 3 during last week’s semi-finals.
Monday night’s three-hour season finale saw Keys serve as a guest judge alongside Carrie Underwood, Richie and Bryan. The evening was also filled with musical performances from Brad Paisley, Blues Traveler, Cameron Whitcomb, Clay Aiken, En Vogue, Gin Blossoms, Jason Mraz, Lee Ann Womack, Nelly, Shinedown, Tori Kelly and more.
Braden Rumfelt and Chris Tungseth, who were eliminated in the Top 5, also returned to perform.
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“RuPaul's Drag Race” icon Katya gives health update after emergency surgery and hospitalization
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“Drag Race” stars Monét X Change, Shea Couleé, Bosco, and Michelle Visage replied to Katya’s update online: “Sending healing recovery vibes!”
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Savannah Guthrie announces new hosting gig from Jimmy Fallon and NBC: 'This is something that's full of joy'
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The news comes three months after the “Today” co-host’s mother, Nancy Guthrie, was abducted from her home and remains missing.
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Russell Crowe’s Action Thriller Lands a Surprising Rotten Tomatoes Score After Its Release
Sports movies love a comeback, and honestly, so do moviegoers. There’s something very hard to resist about a broken fighter getting one last shot, a trainer barking from the sidelines, and a final showdown where the emotional stakes are doing as much heavy lifting as the punches. Add mixed martial arts into the mix, and you’ve got the kind of bruising underdog story that feels designed to leave everyone sweaty, stressed, and quietly rooting for one more round.
Beast, the new MMA action drama starring Russell Crowe (Gladiator) and Daniel MacPherson (Foundation), has debuted with a strong score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film currently holds an 80% critics’ score, alongside a 78% audience score on the Popcornmeter, making it one of the better-received MMA dramas in a genre that has not exactly been overloaded with modern classics. Aside from films like Warrior and The Smashing Machine, the world of MMA has remained surprisingly underused on screen.
Directed by Tyler Atkins and written by Crowe and David Frigerio, Beast follows Patton James, a former MMA champion who has spent years away from the cage, but when his younger brother is put in danger, Patton is pulled back into the fight world and reunites with the trainer who once helped make him a legend. From there, he commits to one final showdown against the reigning champion, because apparently retirement in sports dramas is just a plot device before the big battle scene.
The cast includes Crowe as Sammy, MacPherson as Patton James, Luke Hemsworth (Westworld, The Terminal List: Dark Wolf) as Gabriel Stone, Mojean Aria (The Correspondent, See) as Malon, Kelly Gale (Plane, The Enforcer) as Luciana, George Burgess (Land of Bad, Locusts) as Neal, Saphira Moran (It Will Find You, Beast) as Nadine James, and Bren Foster (Life After Fighting, Deep Blue Sea 3) as Xavier Grau.
Is ‘Beast’ Worth Watching?
The appeal seems to be that Beast knows exactly what kind of movie it is. This is a classic underdog sports drama, and early reviews suggest it is not trying to reinvent the cage. RogerEbert.com awarded the film 3 out of 4 stars, hailing it as a sports movie that understands the formula and delivering on it. Other reviews have highlighted the fight scenes, with critics pointing to the physicality of the action and the impact of the blows inside the cage, with MacPherson’s performance carrying much of the emotional and physical weight.
Beast is now available on digital. Stay tuned at Collider for more.
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