By Steven Nelson
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If you’ve ever wondered where the “disaster film” genre really took flight, look no further than Airport. Streaming now on Netflix, this ’70s classic offers a blend of over-the-top drama, impressive-for-its-time special effects, and a cast more packed than your last overbooked flight. Get ready to buckle up and enjoy some in-flight entertainment that doesn’t involve tiny screens or questionable headphones!

A Multi-Layered Disaster Flick With A Stacked Cast

Airport gives us a 24-hour peek into the chaotic world of a fictional Chicago airport (which, let’s be honest, sometimes doesn’t feel all that fictional when you’re waiting at an actual airport). Directed by George Seaton, the film is based on Arthur Hailey’s 1968 novel of the same name.

The story revolves around Mel Bakersfeld (played by Burt Lancaster), the weary, duty-driven airport manager. On one snowy night, he’s juggling runway closures, irate passengers, a wife who’s had it with his job, and oh, did I mention a bomb on an airborne plane? Yep, Mel’s got his hands full.

Our lead man Lancaster is ably supported by Dean Martin, who slips into the shoes of playboy pilot, Vernon Demerest. Vernon’s got his own share of problems, mainly an unplanned pregnancy with a flight attendant (the iconic Jacqueline Bisset).

However, the real tension in Airport boils down to a distraught bomber on board the flight. He’s schemed up a plan to blow up the plane, hoping his wife will get the insurance money (talk about going to extremes, right?). Enter Joe Patroni (George Kennedy), a sassy and tough chief mechanic, tasked with getting a stuck plane off the snowy runway and playing an unexpected hero in the climax.

As for our supporting cast, it’s an ensemble to write home about. We’ve got Jean Seberg as Tanya Livingston, Mel’s sidekick and chief customer relations agent. There’s also the Oscar-nominated Helen Hayes playing the cunning little old stowaway, Ada Quonsett. She’s an absolute scene-stealer, weaving in and out of the story, scoring free flights with her wits.

Through gripping narratives, the film, in a rather dramatic manner, showcases the underbelly of 1970s air travel. From technical dilemmas, personal dramas, to the palpable tension of an impending disaster, the movie paints a turbulent (pun intended!) picture of the aviation world. All in all, Airport is a joyride filled with drama, suspense, romance, and a bit of old-school airport glamour. They sure don’t make ’em like this anymore!

Airport Cleaned Up At The Box Office

The ’70s began with a bang for Universal Pictures, as Airport soared high on the box office charts. The movie grossed a whopping $128 million, making it one of the top grossers of 1970. That’s a lot of tickets and probably a ton of popcorn. Considering the film had a budget of around $10 million, Universal must’ve been throwing some pretty swanky office parties that year.

“Brace for impact!”—is probably what the producers thought when the reviews started pouring in, because, let’s face it, critics can be a tricky bunch. The film garnered mixed reviews, but even the harshest critics couldn’t deny its entertainment value.

While some found it a touch melodramatic (it is a disaster flick, after all), others appreciated the film’s meticulous production design and multi-layered narrative. The highlight? Helen Hayes snagged an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role as the sprightly stowaway, Ada Quonsett. I mean, come on, a cheeky old lady outsmarting airport security? Who wouldn’t give her an award?

Airport also earned nine other Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. It may not have been the darling of every critic, but the Academy sure showed it some love. The film’s success also spawned a slew of sequels and arguably gave birth to the “disaster film” genre of the ’70s. So, while Airport had its fair share of turbulence with critics, its legacy is undeniably grounded in cinema history.

Alright, let’s land this plane! Airport might be packed with dramatic moments, campy scenes, and iconic performances, but it’s these exact qualities that make it a must-watch. Whether you’re in for the nostalgia trip or just curious about the roots of the disaster genre, hopping aboard this cinematic flight on Netflix is a journey worth taking. Airport is streaming now. 

Soulja Boy is heating up the timeline following Kai Cenat’s Streamer University 2 announcement. As applications are officially open, Soulja has made it clear that he wants a spot in the class. As he awaits a response, the rapper has been going off online, reigniting his beef with another fellow rapper and streamer. Now, the silence seemingly has Soulja considering a different route. The rapper is teasing the idea of creating his own content university. 

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Soulja Boy Threatens To Beef With Kai Cenat If He Doesn’t Get Into ‘Streamer University 2’

On Tuesday, Soulja Boy took to X after Kai Cenat revealed that applications for Streamer University 2 were officially open. The rapper tweeted, “If you don’t let me in Streamer University @KaiCenat we beefin. I let u slide the first time.” However, Soulja didn’t stop there. He later hopped on a livestream with more words for Kai and even brought DDG into the conversation. During the stream, Soulja said:

“If I don’t make it into Streamer University this year, I’m on yo a** for the whole year, Kai Cenat. Imma feel like you linking up with my opps. Imma feel like you don’t like me n****, and if you don’t like me, I don’t like your b**** a** either. So what you wanna do?”

As he continued to sound off, Soulja warned Kai that linking up with DDG again could become an issue. DDG attended Streamer University last year, where he served as a professor and even took home the MVP title. DDG and Soulja Boy have also had some public beefs on net. Soulja went on to call DDG his “enemy,” repeatedly referring to the fellow streamer as “Doo Doo Garbage.” He also claimed Kai previously reached out to him through a DM, but suggested he would not let the situation slide if he doesn’t receive an acceptance into this year’s class.

Soulja Unveils ‘Rappers University’ After Calling Out Kai Cenat

While Kai Cenat and DDG haven’t responded to Soulja Boy’s latest comments, the rapper appears to have changed course and come up with a plan of his own. After spending the day applying pressure online over Streamer University 2, Soulja revealed that he is now launching what he calls ‘Rapper University.’

In a post shared to social media, he wrote, “Never mind we doing Rapper University hit my DM if u wanna come it’s about to be a movie. Comment Rapper University if u wanna be apart of history!”

This isn’t the first time Kai Cenat has run into a similar situation. Last year, rumors circulated that Natalie Nunn was planning her own version of Streamer University through her ‘Baddies University’ concept. At the time, Kai revealed that he had taken legal steps to trademark the name ‘Streamer University.’ He also shared that his team was working to protect similar concepts. 

Social Media Reacts 

Folks quickly gathered under The Shade Room Teens to react to Soulja Boy’s latest post. Some were laughing and said they really wanted to see Soulja Boy at Streamer University. Others didn’t agree with how he went about calling out Kai Cenat online. Many felt he should focus on creating his own idea instead.

Instagram user @brasi.bfrlola wrote, “Him & Blueface for sure need to be on there and funny mike. Those would be my 3 top pics and Rakai. Almost forgot nephew.”

Instagram user @yanasamiaa added. “😂😂😂😂 so entitled to everything”

While Instagram user @mxco.1 wrote. “U finna be First rapper to get rejected 😂”

Instagram user @xgoat_456x wrote, “He was just dissing Kai couple months ago.Stay on that side 😭”

Instagram user @the_rickslyn_myers added, “Asking for a favor and cussing him out at the same time is insane 😂”

While Instagram user @ayokaine_ wrote. “I’m honestly not mad at this, it can definitely be a hit If it’s done right.”

Instagram user @jay.lanai wrote, “Always biting somebody else swag”

Instagram user @keepupwdadon_ifucan added, “Kai gon get that shut down just like he did w Natalie”

While Instagram user  @vonn2wavy wrote, “First rapper to be sued by a streamer 🤣🤣”

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By Jessica Goudreault
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It’s time to brush up on your sleuthing and detective skills, because the greatest black comedy of all time, Clue, is available to stream for free on YouTube. The classic film from 1985 is based on the board game of the same name, an entertaining whodunit that will keep you guessing until the very end, when three alternate endings reveal who the killers are.

The Ultimate Mystery Comedy

In Clue, six guests with dark secrets are invited to a New England mansion for a mysterious purpose. They are welcomed by Wadsworth, the butler, and Yvette, the maid, who give each guest a pseudonym to try and conceal their identities: Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, Mrs. Peacock, Mr. Green, Professor Plum, and Miss Scarlet. Mr. Boddy, a man who has been blackmailing each of the other guests, arrives at the house as the seventh guest.

The evening really kicks off when Mr. Boddy is found dead, and no one knows who did it. Each guest, armed with a specific weapon (rope, dagger, wrench, pistol, candlestick, and lead pipe), must try and survive. The bodies and lies begin piling up, leading the guests and viewer to try and figure out who the killer is before it’s too late.

A Bona Fide Cult Classic

When Clue first hit theaters back in 1985 it was not very successful, failing to even earn back the $15 million spent on its production. The film offers three alternate endings, and audiences across the country would see different outcomes and killers. While the concept is interesting and unique, it must have made it hard for friends to chat about the movie and compare notes, which is part of the fun of seeing a movie in theaters.

Years later, Clue has become a cult classic that fans can’t get enough of. While some people can’t stand the wacky performances from the eccentric characters, others absolutely love it. Part of what makes the film so great is its ensemble cast that includes Eileen Brennan, Tim Curry, Madeline Kahn, Christopher Lloyd, Michael McKean, and Colleen Camp.

Tim Curry plays Wadsworth, the outlandish butler who is responsible for inviting all the guests to the mansion, and he has a personal vendetta against Mr. Boddy. Eileen Brennan puts on a hilarious and entertaining performance as Mrs. Peacock, the chatty wife of a senator who is accused of bribery. Madeline Kahn portrays Mrs. White (a widow to five different men) who gives a famous “flames” speech that she improvised on set.

The script for Clue was co-written by John Landis and Jonathan Lynn, with the latter going on to direct the movie. Originally, John Landis wrote a fourth alternate ending, but felt that it was not good and that three alternate endings would suffice.

Clue’s Lasting Legacy And Impact

To achieve the 1950s aesthetic of the film, the production used authentic furnishings from the 18th and 19th century and even used the estate of the late President Theodore Roosevelt. Nearly all of the filming took place at Paramount Pictures in Hollywood, except for the ballroom scene and shots of the driveway gate which were filmed at a mansion in South Pasadena, California.

Clue has gone on to create quite a legacy, and has been referenced in TV shows like Psych, Family Guy, CSI: NY, and Vagrant Queen. Fans are so fascinated by the film that Who Done It: The Clue Documentary was released in 2022.

There have been talks of a Clue remake since 2011, though the details of the development have changed quite a bit over the past 15 years. The director of the remake has changed hands several times, from Gore Verbinski to Jason Bateman to, most recently, James Bobin.

Supposedly, Ryan Reynolds is on board to star in the remake while Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick (who wrote Deadpool, Deadpool 2, and Life) were set to write the script. However, in 2022, Oren Uziel, who is best known for writing Escape Room: Tournament of Champions, took over the script. As of 2024, Hasbro Entertainment sought new rights arrangements, but there’s been no new updates on the project since.

Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth time seeing it, you can watch Clue for free on YouTube or Pluto TV. All of the alternate endings play in succession at the end, so you can enjoy all three.

Sydney Sweeney is making one thing clear: just because her “Euphoria” character turned to OnlyFans does not mean she would make the same choice herself. The actress recently opened up about Cassie Howard’s controversial season three storyline, which saw the fan-favorite character launch an OF account, sparking intense debate among viewers and backlash online. Some fans even criticized the plotline as a “humiliation ritual,” accusing the HBO series of taking Cassie in an unnecessarily sexualized direction.

Speaking with Vanity Fair, Sweeney explained that while she’s fully committed to Cassie’s storyline, she does not personally agree with many of the character’s decisions.

Discussing conversations with “Euphoria” creator Sam Levinson, Sweeney revealed the filmmaker shared the scripts with her ahead of filming and made sure to discuss the direction of Cassie’s arc. “He sent me all the scripts, and it already had all of Cassie’s scenes in it, the OnlyFans scenes, and he called me afterward, and he was talking about it, and we were talking through it all,” Sweeney explained.

Levinson also reportedly checked in to see how she felt about the storyline before moving forward. “He asked me how I felt about it, and I told him, ‘Look, I’m playing a character,’” Sweeney said. “Do I agree with all of Cassie’s decisions? Would I personally make these choices? No, of course not.”

Still, the actress made clear she views the role through the lens of performance. “But I’m an actor and that’s my job and this is Cassie’s life and to be able to do her justice and play her how she’s to be played is to bring Sam’s vision to life and to play Cassie in the most vulnerable and insane way possible,” she added.

Why Sweeney Thinks Cassie Turned To OF

While some viewers questioned the dramatic turn in Cassie’s story, Sweeney said the character’s emotional journey made sense to her. “From the very beginning, you can see that Cassie has this need to be loved,” the actress explained. “She has a need to be validated by other people. She doesn’t know how to love herself unless someone else loves her.”

Sweeney added that she understood how Levinson ultimately brought Cassie to her season three breaking point. “I think she was more excited by the idea of all these people loving her and knowing who she is and feeling like her world isn’t small,” she said.

Sam Levinson Says Sydney Sweeney Pushed Back On Less Nudity

Sweeney’s comments come just days after Levinson addressed backlash surrounding Cassie’s highly sexualized storyline.

During an appearance on The New York Times’ “Popcast,” Levinson revealed he initially considered toning down the nudity in season three and finding ways to shoot around some of Cassie’s more revealing scenes. “Well, it’s funny. When I first wrote it, I thought, ‘Well, maybe we shoot all of this and we don’t have any nudity,’” Levinson recalled. “Maybe there’s ways to shoot around certain things?”

But according to the writer and director, Sweeney was not interested in softening the reality of portraying an OnlyFans creator. “She looked at me, and she was like, ‘Are you kidding? It’s like, I’m playing an OnlyFans model. You’re telling me you’re going to, like, skirt around it?’”

Levinson admitted Sweeney changed his perspective. “And I was like, ‘Yeah, OK, it’s a fair point,’” he said, adding, “So there’s always a discussion of what works best for the character.”

He later praised Sweeney as a “totally fearless actor” who is “wonderfully professional” and always “show[ed] up game every day.”

Sweeney Clapped Back At Critics Of Her Raunchy Scenes

Ahead of the “Euphoria” finale, Sweeney also appeared to respond directly to criticism over the show’s increasingly explicit scenes. The actress shared behind-the-scenes photos from filming, including images from Cassie’s provocative performances, and seemed to shut down critics questioning the storyline.

In one Instagram Stories post, Sweeney shared a snap from a pole-dancing scene and wrote a simple message aimed at critics: “It’s called… acting.”

Experts Warn Sydney Sweeney Could Risk Being Typecast

Despite praise for her performance, some industry experts have warned that Sweeney could face long-term challenges if sexualized roles begin dominating public perception of her career. Speaking to Fox News, crisis and reputation management expert Dave Quast suggested the actress may need to carefully balance future projects.

“’Euphoria’ clearly helped establish Sydney Sweeney as a fearless performer, physically and emotionally, and that’s part of why she broke through,” Quast said. However, he warned that repeated attention on her most provocative scenes could begin overshadowing her work.

“The risk is that when the public conversation focuses more on the sexualized aspects of the role than on the performance, the same work that made her seem daring can start to narrow the brand,” he explained. “Sexuality on screen is not inherently unserious. The problem is when it becomes the dominant shorthand for the actor.”

Like mother, like daughter! Khloé Kardashian’s new XO Blue perfume has already earned the approval of daughter True Thompson.

Ahead of the launch party in Malibu, California on June 16, The Kardashians star shared that Thompson, 8, is already taking after her in one unexpected way.

“She doesn’t wear fragrance on a daily basis, but she has the Squishmallows fragrance, which is so cute and age-appropriate, and then she has all of mine on her counter, and sometimes she sprays herself, and sometimes she doesn’t, but they’re into scents, these kids,” she explained during a virtual press day.

When Kardashian’s daughter does decide to borrow one of the reality television star’s favorites, she has her own way of doing things.

“I do let her use it, but it’s everything in moderation and she’s so great. She sprays her clothes and not herself, which I’m like, ‘Okay, elevated.’ I love when kids are smarter and more creative than we are. So, she doesn’t spray her body, which I’m fine with.”

It’s a far cry from Kardashian’s own spritzing habits growing up.

“When I was younger, it was Bath and Body Works. … I mean, we doused ourselves in the most potent of stuff.”

These days, though, Kardashian is chasing vacation vibes with her signature scent. 

“XO Blue is very tropical, in my opinion. I think when you put it on, you immediately get this woody coconut. I feel very transported onto a beach with a piña colada. … It’s still something that you can wear, but I just love where it transports me to.”

And for the Khloé In Wonder Land podcast host, the appeal goes beyond an island getaway.

“I just want you to feel the sexiest at your core, and that doesn’t have to be this aesthetic thing.”

“For me, that’s all energetically. I just want you to feel just super sexy and feminine and that you can manhandle anyone and do whatever you want to do, and you’re just that girl. … You want to be in a summer dress or a tank top. It’s so silly that that’s how I feel when I’m wearing it, but I feel like the less clothes, the better.”

The Khloud founder is just as passionate about what goes into her body as what goes on it.

“I love peptides. I don’t know if that’s a secret. I feel like everyone takes a peptide. … I take injections, which I love, and they just make you feel good and you look good. … I’m also a big vitamin girl and just staying active. There’s not one thing that’s gonna make anything all better.”

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2025 was a somewhat quiet year for Ridley Scott, but 2026 is going to be anything but quiet as the legendary director finally returns to the world of sci-fi for his new film, The Dog Stars. Scott has recruited an all-time ensemble to star in his first sci-fi film since Alien: Covenant in 2017, with Jacob Elordi, Margaret Qualley, and even Josh Brolin all being recruited for key roles in the film, which is coming to theaters on August 28. Scott has been particularly invested in TV shows of late — just last year, he served as an executive producer on Alien: Earth, and he also produced and directed episodes of the Apple TV crime thriller, Dope Thief (starring Brian Tyree Henry and Wagner Moura). Scott has also been heavily involved in another horror series, The Terror: Devil in Silver, which is set to come to a close this Thursday.

Scott is one of the head producers on The Terror: Devil in Silver, which was written and created for TV by Chris Cantwell and author Victor LaValle. The first two seasons of The Terror premiered all the way back in 2018 and 2019, but it wasn’t until earlier this year that the anthology series officially returned under a new banner, Devil in Silver. Dan Stevens leads the final season of the show, and before the last episode arrives later this week, Collider is thrilled to partner with AMC+ to exclusively preview a new sneak peek at the series finale. AMC’s official description of the final episode reads as follows:

“A big storm is coming, and the attacks don’t stop. Flashback: Arnold sacrifices everything to save Dorry. The power goes out, everyone is trapped. Pepper must confront the evils here. He and Dr. Walter face off. Miss Chris looks out for Loochie.”

What Is ‘The Terror: Devil in Silver’ About?

Past seasons of The Terror focused on a British naval expedition stuck in the ice while searching for the Northwest Passage, but Devil in Silver turns everything on its head with a gripping new story. In the third and final season, which is also produced by leading star Dan Stevens, Pepper finds himself wrongfully committed to New Hyde Psychiatric Hospital, a place full of people society would rather forget. Pepper quickly realizes that the only path for his escape means going straight through the demon that thrives on the chaos unfolding between the walls of this hellscape.

Check out The Terror: Devil in Silver on AMC+ and stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of Ridley Scott’s future projects.

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If you dream of having a wardrobe filled with Aritzia clothing pieces, same. But why drop your entire paycheck if you don’t have to? We found 13 Aritzia-style gems hiding in Amazon’s Hot New Releases section, and we seriously can’t tell the difference. Somehow, they’re all under $30!

With clean lines, rich neutral colors and sleek fabrics, these chic dresses, blouses, pants, sets and more nail Aritzia’s minimal-but-expensive aesthetic. Better yet, these new Amazon finds are ready to ship before your next rooftop dinner or Charleston weekend. Scroll on to see what luxe-loving fashionistas are scooping up in droves!

13 Aritzia-Style Summer Drops — Under $30

1. Our Favorite: Skip the wrinkled linen and reach for this polka dot midi dress when you want a coordinated and comfy look. Throw it on, add sandals and you’re out the door in minutes.

2. Could Be Linen: With crochet detailing running down the sides, these wide-leg palazzo pants have a bohemian-like texture that makes a $20 pair look closer to $200. The apricot shade flatters every skin tone.

3. Country Club: A solid white top and blue striped pants give this two-piece set an East Coast yacht club look without the membership fee. Wear the pieces together or separate.

4. Chic Shorts: If denim shorts feel too young and tailored shorts look too business-like, these classy pull-on shorts hit the sweet spot. They bring the comfort of loungewear with look of something intentional.

5. Boutique Find: This boutiquey short-sleeve top is incredibly flattering, thanks to the peplum design that shapes without squeezing. Pair it with white jeans and you’re done.

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6. Silky Satin: Skip the delicate silk and grab this sophisticated satin top for the same liquid drape at a tenth of the cost. It tucks cleanly into trousers.

7. Bye, Jeans: An elastic waistband and breezy wide-leg shape make these light blue palazzos the pants you’ll reach for every July. It does away with buttons and zippers for a seamless appearance.

8. Luxe Linen: A cotton-linen blend gives this simple purple shirt a lived-in texture without the deep wrinkles that pure linen pulls. We also like the front buttons, which keep it polished.

9. Easy Outfit: Skip the matching duo and grab this faux two-piece dress for the same layered look in one easy piece. The drawstring waist lets you customize the fit.

10. Long Black Dress: When the invite says ‘cocktail’ and your closet says ‘nothing,’ this black maxi dress rises to the occasion. It’s a wardrobe staple you’ll wear for seasons to come.

11. Rich Mom Alert: If you’re ready for your soft-girl era, this romantic pink skirt is the only piece you need. The high waist creates an effortlessly hourglass silhouette when worn with a fitted tank.

12. Corporate Queen: Stretchy fabric, a pull-on waist and real pockets make these professional trousers the work pants you’ll actually want to wear. The straight leg keeps them current.

13. Elevated Loungewear: Throw on this easy travel outfit for a red-eye flight and step off the plane looking like you actually slept. Add gold hoops and slides at baggage claim and you’re ready for dinner.

It’s been more than two years since Kandi Burruss announced her exit from “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” Since then, much has changed in her life, including adding to her Broadway resume and divorcing her longtime husband, Todd Tucker. Now she’s opening up about what led her to leave “RHOA.”

Burruss interview with RNB Philly in June 2026. In a clip from the full interview, the topic of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” arose, with Burruss noting that her name had been mentioned multiple times during the show’s current season. This then led the host to ask when she knew it was time to leave.

She replied, “That season that the whole dungeon, when they said that I was taking people to a dungeon.” The Grammy winner then stated that she was “over it then” but decided to remain on the show for a few seasons afterward.

For context, she was referring to season 9 of “RHOA,” in which Phaedra Parks allegedly made up a rumor about Burruss wanting to take advantage of Porsha Williams sexually. Initially, Williams mentioned the rumor to Burruss but didn’t reveal where she heard it until the show’s dramatic reunion.

Kandi Says She Considered Leaving For Multiple Seasons

The former “RHOA” star continued discussing her exit from the show during her interview with RNB Philly. Specifically, she stated that she spent the next few years after the season 9 incident wondering if she should leave.

Burruss shared, “Probably the last three years of me being on the show, I kept saying to Todd, like, ‘Do you think we need to leave now? What do you think?’”

She continued, “If you do something for so long, it’s almost like a crutch. You’re kind of like scared to walk away from the crutch. It’s like, ‘Should I leave? Should I not?’” After that, Burruss shared her “only fear”: that fans might not support her other endeavors if she left the show.

‘RHOA’ Fans Are Reacting

Following Burruss’ most recent comments about leaving “RHOA,” fans are weighing in, with many noting that she remained on the show for six seasons following the season 9 drama. For context, the “No Scrubs” writer left ahead of season 16 of the show.

One person said, “But she stayed for several more seasons.” Someone else stated, “But filmed six whole seasons after that…” In support of Burruss, a different fan wrote, “Kandi made the right decision, and her fan base has still remained loyal.”

Lastly, another “RHOA” watcher chimed in, writing, “I’m really proud of Kandi! I know it was hard, but it is for the best. Please don’t let Phaketra hook you up with a date again. Listen to your mom and aunties. At the end of the day, your mom and aunts have your best interests at heart.”

The Music Icon Previously Addressed Her Exit From The Show

Burruss announced her exit from “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” in February 2024. Following her initial statement, she spoke to Variety about her reasoning. At the time, she, in part, blamed the show’s extended hiatus between seasons 15 and 16 as the reason.

She said, “I already said it, so I’ll tell you. I decided I’m not coming back this year. It’s been 14 seasons, and they allowed us to sit around for a little too long, but during that time, I had started working on a lot of other things, and I got some nice big projects coming soon, so I’m super excited about those things.”

The mom of three continued, “But it’s not just that. It’s just like, after you really have time to think, and a friend of mine was like, ‘Why do you keep doing it?’ And I was like, ‘Well, I think because I’ve just been doing it for so long, it feels weird to think not to do it?’”

Burruss went on to imply that her exit wasn’t a permanent decision. According to her, “So I was just like, ‘You know what? I’m going to take a break, I’m going to take a moment… I’m not coming back this year.”

Kandi Settled Her Divorce From Todd In March

Burruss announced her separation from Tucker in November 2025 after 11 years of marriage. Following that, the two remained mostly respectful of each other in public, as they continued to co-parent their two young kids.

According to PEOPLE, they then settled their divorce in March 2026. Previously, Burruss stated publicly that she’d decided to divorce Tucker in July 2025.

Everybody remembers Lt. Data. Mention androids in Star Trek, and sooner or later, somebody starts talking about the pale guy trying to figure out why humans insist on making everything so complicated. What most people don’t realize is that Data wasn’t Gene Roddenberry‘s first android searching for answers. In 1974, Roddenberry handed the spotlight to an android named Questor and built an entire television movie around him. The similarities to Data are impossible to miss. The difference is that one character became a legend, while the other became one of science fiction’s most fascinating “What happened there?” stories.

Questor Was Asking Data’s Questions Years Earlier

The movie, The Questor Tapes, gets right to the point. The eponymous Questor (Robert Foxworth) knows a lot, but he doesn’t know himself. Huge pieces of his past are missing, leaving him with plenty of knowledge and very few answers. So he hits the road with scientist Jerry Robinson (Mike Farrell) and starts searching for the person who might finally explain who he is and why he exists.

It’s impossible to watch the pilot today without seeing pieces of what would eventually become Star Trek: The Next Generation’s Lt. Cmdr. Data (Brent Spiner). Not the yellow eyes or the Starfleet uniform, but the curiosity. The constant search for answers. The feeling that Questor is less interested in what he can do than in understanding where he belongs. Even people connected to the production noticed the connection. Director Richard Colla later described Data as a combination of Questor and Spock, which makes a lot of sense once you’ve seen the pilot. Data would eventually spend seven seasons learning about humanity, one awkward interaction at a time.

Questor was taking a similar journey years earlier. Instead of exploring strange new worlds, he was exploring people, hoping that somewhere along the way he might finally learn something about himself as well. The scenery may have changed from American highways to the final frontier, but the appeal was remarkably similar. Both characters were outsiders trying to make sense of the human race. The only real difference is that Data got seven seasons to figure it out, while Questor barely got out of the starting gate.

NBC Never Understood What Roddenberry Was Selling

If The Questor Tapes sounds like the beginning of a successful science-fiction series, that’s because it almost was. NBC reportedly ordered thirteen episodes, and for a brief moment, it looked as though Questor would become Roddenberry’s next major television project. Then the network got involved. That’s usually where these stories start getting interesting.

The executives understood the basic concept of an android. What they struggled with was everything else. Roddenberry had built an elaborate mythology around Questor and a hidden group of advanced artificial beings who had quietly guided humanity for centuries. To Roddenberry, it was just part of the story. To network executives, it raised questions they weren’t comfortable dealing with. Suddenly, there were concerns about religion, metaphysics, and whether audiences would accept a story suggesting that mysterious beings had been influencing human history.

One proposal would have removed Jerry Robinson from the series entirely. Another would have ignored much of the pilot’s ending and turned Questor into a fugitive constantly running from people trying to capture him. Instead of a story about discovery, identity, and human potential, the series started drifting toward a familiar chase formula that executives felt more comfortable selling. Not everyone agreed with the changes though. Mike Farrell couldn’t understand why anyone would want to break apart the partnership between Questor and Jerry. Roddenberry felt the same way. In his mind, the relationship between the android and the human was the entire point. Once that started disappearing, so did his enthusiasm.

Roddenberry had already lived through one long war over creative control. By the time the arguments over The Questor Tapes reached a boiling point, he decided he wasn’t signing up for a sequel. Instead of compromising further, he left the project behind. The funny part is that Roddenberry never really abandoned Questor. He just came back to him later, wearing different clothes. More than a decade after The Questor Tapes fizzled out, he introduced Data to the world, and suddenly millions of viewers were falling in love with an android asking some very familiar questions.

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Release Date

January 23, 1974

Runtime

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100 minutes

Director

Richard A. Colla

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Writers

Gene Roddenberry, Gene L. Coon

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Producers

Howie Horwitz

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  Jerry Robinson

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