The Pitt always has a lot going on, which is probably par for the course whem it comes to the emergency room of a busy big city hospital, and that means nobody should be allowed to catch their breath for more than 4 seconds at a time. It’s full of intense pressure and chaos and each season makes you think the doctors involved lose three years off their lives by the time they finish a shift. And yet the thing that keeps us coming back again and again is probably the quieter connections forming between the doctors and staff. But one relationship above all else is a major talking point with the fandom, and Patrick Ball knows just why you love it.

Speaking with Collider’s Perri Nemiroff during an FYC Forces interview for The Pitt, Ball opened up about the special dynamic between his character, Dr. Frank Langdon, and Dr. Melissa “Mel” King, played by Taylor Dearden. While Langdon has distinct — and not altogether warm — relationships with the other veterans in the department, his spark with Mel has stood out to fans in a big way, and Ball thinks that’s really exciting to watch.

“It is an incredible relationship between Langdon and Mel, and it’s pretty awesome to see everybody get so excited about it, and sometimes, I won’t say too excited, but I’ll just say very excited about it. [Laughs] It’s great. Taylor [Dearden]’s amazing, and she kind of has a little bit of that Noah Wyle quality. She’s another one of these people who is just such a technician and just really knows what she wants to do and how she wants to accomplish it.

Ball explained that he began to lean on Dearden for her experience, and her uncanny ability of knowing exactly what to do, where to stand, even just how to project her presence. “I’m pretty different,” Ball explained. “Especially Season 1, where I had absolutely no idea what I was doing. I was just like, ‘I’m just going to do the thing my character is doing. I’m just going to get this tube down that pipe and hook it up to that bag.’ How that works on camera, I don’t know, but Taylor knows. Taylor knows. She knows how to find her shot because she’s done this.”

He continued, “So, we found this rhythm that we got in pretty early, where it’s like, ‘Okay, what are you trying to accomplish? How can I figure out how to do that?’ even whenever I felt much of the time that I was sort of over my skis and I didn’t know how to find my shot, I didn’t know how to do any of that. But figuring out how to listen to what the other person was trying to accomplish created a really specific way of paying attention to one another that I think then turned into the way Langdon and Mel paid attention to each other, and it ended up being this really useful thing.”

Why Do Langdon and Mel Have a Spark?

What makes this so interesting is that connection wasn’t forced into the show from outside, but rather the actors figuring it out as they went. As stated before, Ball described Dearden as a precise performer who understood the technical side of shooting in a way that helped him, especially during Season 1, when he was still finding his footing inside the show’s demanding pace, and as a result, that connection from off-camera made its way onto the screen.

“It’s sort of a very similar experience with Langdon and Mel, Langdon being like, ‘Okay, Mel, you see things a little different than everybody else. I like the way you see things. I think you see things correctly in a very cool way, but it is different, and I want to understand it. I want to figure out how to speak that language because I know I’ve got a lot to learn from it,’ which I think that’s true about Langdon and Mel, and I think that’s true about Patrick and Taylor, which has been another one of those great things. Talking about the alchemy of [an] ensemble, that’s something that we just kind of discovered for free.”

The cast of The Pitt includes Noah Wyle (ER) as Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch, Katherine LaNasa (Truth Be Told) as Dana Evans, Supriya Ganesh (Grown-ish) as Dr. Samira Mohan, Fiona Dourif (Chucky) as Dr. Cassie McKay, Isa Briones(Star Trek: Picard) as Dr. Trinity Santos, Gerran Howell (Catch-22) as Dennis Whitaker, Shabana Azeez (Birdeater) as Victoria Javadi, and Jalen Thomas Brooks (Walker) as Dr. Mateo Diaz.

The Pitt streams on HBO Max. Stay tuned for the full interview when it drops tomorrow.

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January 9, 2025

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R. Scott Gemmill

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Amanda Marsalis

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Joe Sachs, Cynthia Adarkwa

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Not every World War II movie has to sell itself on its visceral battle scenes, its explosions, or its impassioned speeches as the battalions face a do-or-die moment. What makes the latest movie in the genre so remarkable is that it finds its tension in the impossible choices behind D-Day, focusing not on the beach landings themselves, but on the momentous predictions made by one man that could have cost the Allied Forces the war at its most vital stage. After becoming one of the year’s strongest underdog movies at the box office, it’s time to feel the Pressure at home.

Collider is delighted to exclusively reveal a new special feature clip from Pressure, just in time for the film’s digital release. Pressure will be available for purchase on all digital platforms beginning today, June 16, arriving just in time for Father’s Day — and we highly recommend this as a movie for all dads everywhere. It may be the definitive Dad movie. Our exclusive clip pulls back the curtain on one of the film’s more remarkable behind-the-scenes connections, explaining how the production coincidentally ended up working with the grandson of James Stagg, the real-life meteorologist whose weather forecast helped determine the timing of the D-Day invasion.

How Good Is ‘Pressure’?

Directed by Anthony Maras, Pressure was very well received by critics and viewers, unsurprisingly given how well it’s made and how good the cast is. The film currently holds an 86% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 95% audience score, which is hugely impressive given how crowded the World War II movie field actually is. What makes the movie stand out so much is how it doesn’t retell D-Day from the battlefield, but rather on the hours before the Normandy landings, when the weather was as vital as the soldiers themselves.

That different approach has also helped Pressure find momentum at the box office. The film recently overtook the domestic haul of Clint Eastwood’s Letters from Iwo Jima, another acclaimed WWII drama. That film earned nearly $70 million worldwide and four Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, but Pressure has now pushed ahead of its $13.7 million domestic total. The cast includes Brendan Fraser (The Whale) as Dwight D. Eisenhower, Andrew Scott (All of Us Strangers) as James Stagg, Kerry Condon (The Banshees of Inisherin) as Kay Summersby, Chris Messina (Air) as Irving P. Krick, Damian Lewis (Band of Brothers) as Bernard Montgomery, and David Haig (Killing Eve) as Trafford Leigh-Mallory. Haig also co-wrote the screenplay with Maras, adapting his own stage play.

Pressure will be available for purchase on all digital platforms beginning June 16. Stay tuned at Collider for more.

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May 29, 2026

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90 Minutes

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Anthony Maras

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Pierce Brosnan brought a perfect mix of charm, charisma and swagger to the iconic character James Bond in the 90s. It was a long six years between 1989’s Licence to Kill, which was Timothy Dalton‘s final bow as 007 and 1995’s GoldenEye, which marked Brosan’s debut. GoldenEye kicked off a Bond for a new generation and finally showed audiences that Brosnan was worth the wait.

It’s hard to believe that the Brosnan-era only consists of four movies, but each is filled with breathtaking action and mind-blowing stunts. These pre-title sequences are comprised of over-the-top moments, suspense, and action scenes that might make previous Bond opening scenes blush. Here is every Pierce Brosnan James Bond pre-title sequence, ranked.

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‘Die Another Day’ (2002)

Die Another Day is an often overlooked Bond film, but the opening sequence is a memorable and thrilling scene that keeps you on the edge of your seat. After the cringe-worthy intro of Bond surfing huge waves on the rocky North Korean shore, he hijacks a briefcase of diamonds and prepares to drop them on the North Korean side of the DMZ. Bond hides explosives in the diamonds and narrowly escapes thanks to a well-timed blast and jumps onboard a hovercraft and the fiery chase is on.

The explosive and action-packed scene features Bond getting “saved by the bell,” as he grabs a church bell to avoid falling into a waterfall as the hovercraft flies over the edge. In what is a departure for Bond’s pre-title sequences, it ends with 007 getting captured and tortured as the title credits begin over Madonna‘s dance and techno-heavy theme song. Die Another Day is the fourth and final time Pierce Brosnan portrayed James Bond.

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‘Tomorrow Never Dies’ (1997)

Tomorrow Never Dies features a poignant and exhilarating opening sequence. It opens at a Terrorist Arms Bazaar on the Russian border, where Bond is sent for reconnaissance. Meanwhile, M and a British Admiral watch from England via surveillance. When the Admiral learns that many of the world’s terrorists are there, he deploys a missile to wipe them out.

They soon learn that there is a jet onsite carrying nuclear warheads. Bond springs into action and destroys nearly everything in sight while stealing the jet and narrowly escaping just as the missile hits an enemy’s plane. Once airborne, he faces off against an angry co-pilot, while under attack from a Russian plane. In traditional Bond fashion, he finishes off his copilot, the other missile-loaded jet and calmly radios home to ask where the Admiral would like the nuclear bombs delivered.

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‘GoldenEye’ (1995)

The pre-title sequence in GoldenEye has a moment that is a bit over the top, but what an epic way to introduce Pierce Brosnan as Bond. The suspenseful scene features two huge stunts, a huge explosion and an incredible one-liner. Bond makes a grand entrance by bungee jumping off the top of a Russian dam to infiltrate a military base. He sneaks into the building and is hiding above a bathroom. A Russian soldier is doing his business and reading a newspaper. When he moves the paper, Bond appears hanging upside down and says, “Beg your pardon, I forgot to knock.” A classic first quote for the new Bond.

It’s one of the few times we see Bond working with a fellow agent with a “Licence to Kill.” Bond teams up with 006 Alec Tevelyan, played by Sean Bean, who gets captured and is “killed” by a Russian Colonel. Bond sets up a bomb and hides behind a wheeled rack loaded with fuel. He slowly makes his way from one end of the room to the other with about 40 guns pointed at him. Bond escapes in grand fashion via a conveyor belt that leads outside the warehouse. After 007 lays a few Russians to waste, he steals a motorcycle and races towards an unmanned plane racing down the runway. As the plane falls off the runway, located on the edge of a huge cliff, bond shoots off on the motorcycle right after it. 007 free falls until he gets into the plane and pulls it up to altitude, just before crashing into a mountain. He turns around to watch the Russian base explode in an epic blaze of glory.

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‘The World is Not Enough’ (1999)

The World is Not Enough won’t be topping many best of Bond lists, but the opening sequence of the film is absolutely breathtaking. The classic scene has incredible moments, including a slick escape in Spain, a huge explosion at MI6 and one of the most exhilarating chase scenes in franchise history. The 15-minute opening sequence feels like a mini-movie and sets up Bond’s next mission.

In Bilbao, Spain, Bond escapes a harrowing encounter with a briefcase full of cash. When he returns to MI6, the cash goes into a vault and has been rigged with an explosive device. After the intense explosion rips a hole through the wall, Bond sees a woman with a sniper rifle and races after her in the Q Boat, an armed experimental speed craft loaded with gadgets. He chases the woman all over the River Thames, including the iconic moment the boat dives underwater while 007 adjusts his tie, and up a hot air balloon in a thrilling scene that comes to an emphatic conclusion with an explosion that sends Bond falling onto London’s 02 Arena, with a thud. The River Thames chase is one of the best Bond sequences and highlights the best pre-title scene from the Brosnan era.

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November 19, 1999

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128 minutes

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Michael Apted

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Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, Bruce Feirstein, Ian Fleming

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I run hot. Like, fan-on-all-year-round hot. As such, after years of living in Pennsylvania (where July humidity hits like a wet wool blanket), I’ve gotten ruthlessly picky about what I’ll put on my body when it comes to summer clothes.

The good news? I spend most of my days perusing Amazon, and the online mega-retailer has quietly become my go-to for breathable basics that don’t sacrifice style for survival. I’m talking airy linen pieces, flowy silhouettes, moisture-wicking fabrics and shoes that let your feet actually breathe. I love these picks because they’re as stylish as they are comfortable, and they don’t leave me red-faced and miserable by 2 p.m. If you’re the friend who’s always asking to sit by the AC vent, add these picks to your summer wardrobe!

Summer Fashion Finds for Anyone Who Runs Hot All Summer Long

1. Breezy Blouse: This shopper-loved cotton-linen blend top has 3/4 sleeves, meaning airflow without baring your whole arm. The khaki color and button-down fit give a polished look that stays light when the humidity rolls in.

2. Cool Cotton: The chest pocket on this sky blue blouse adds a little structure to the boxy shape. Short sleeves and a cotton-linen weave keep this under $15 pick breezy in 90-degree heat.

3. Easy Effort: A pleated front, fold-over hem and real pockets give these high-waisted linen shorts a tailored look. The black color reads work-appropriate when denim cutoffs won’t fly.

4. Very Versatile: These khaki vacation shorts move with you instead of pinching when you sit on a beach chair. I love an elastic high-waisted wide-leg because it means zero waistband digging after you’ve eaten.

5. Boho Beauty: A V-neck, short sleeves and an A-line skirt make this ivory floral maxi flattering without clinging anywhere. The lightweight fabric lets a breeze through on muggy afternoons.

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6. Girly Girl: Floral embroidery and lace detailing dress this beige bohemian maxi up past the usual sundress territory. I’m a sucker for an A-line because the flow keeps it from clinging when humidity spikes.

7. Flowy Formal: A halter neck, backless cut and ruffle-layered skirt put this yellow wedding guest dress in the dressier lane. Maximum skin exposure means maximum airflow at hot summer ceremonies.

8. Summer Sundress: The boho shape is another option that skims the skin during the summer rather than cling, which means it’s a must in your summer wardrobe. I love this navy floral sundress for the spaghetti straps, eyelet lace and sleeveless cut. It’s one of the coolest dresses you can wear in the heat.

9. Versatile Set: Moisture-wicking seamless fabric in a crop and high-waisted short combo, all for just $15? Count me in. This purple workout set handles a sweaty walk without turning into a wet sponge.

10. Biker Babe: Just because it’s a workout set doesn’t mean I solely wear it to work out in. More often than not, you’ll find me in biker shorts with pockets and a racerback tank during the summer. That’s because a built-in bra means one piece less to wrestle with in the heat and humidity.

11. Trusty Trousers: Drawstring elastic waist! True wide leg! Real linen feel! These summery bottoms move air around your legs the way jeans never will on an 85-degree day.

12. Perfect Pants: These black-white palazzo pants read dressy enough for the office without the heat of slacks. The floral print on a flowy, wide-leg silhouette with an elastic waist and pockets makes these a summertime must.

13. Wear-Everywhere Sneaker:  These white mesh sneakers keep feet cool on long walks without that swampy-shoe feeling. A mesh upper with a removable insole means actual airflow, plus the mesh look is totally trending right now! They come in multiple colors and patterns, and at $34, you might be tempted to grab a few pairs.

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Open a channel and prepare for impact, because the five-year mission continues in season 4 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. The worlds get stranger and stranger for Captain Christopher Pike (Anson Mount) and his intrepid USS Enterprise crew in the new trailer for the upcoming season, which will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ on July 23.

As they attempt to recover from the cataclysmic events of the last season, the Enterprise‘s crew is back on track; we see them riding horses, encountering dinosaurs, and even facing off against fire-breathing space dragons. The trailer also features Enterprise captains of the past, present, and future; in addition to Pike, Admiral Robert April (Adrian Holmes), who formerly occupied his seat, is there to send the ship on a mission he insists is “a fun one,” while future captain James T. Kirk (Paul Wesley) is there to exchange pointed words with Spock (Ethan Peck) about how he’ll have some future captain to torment with his logical mind. As the series races towards its conclusion, what will be the fate of its crew? You can find out starting next month, only on Paramount+.

How Did Season 3 of ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ End?

All through the season, Pike’s colleague and lover Captain Marie Batel (Melanie Scrofano) had struggled with the impromptu treatment that had saved her from being devoured from the inside by Gorn embryos; while it had left her alive, her DNA had been intermingled with that of the rapacious reptilian aliens. That proved to be the galaxy’s salvation, as she found herself uniquely able to combat the Vezda, a race of bodiless and unfathomably evil aliens. Unfortunately, it required her to sacrifice herself to keep them imprisoned forever; however, she left Pike with a parting gift: a vision of the decades of happiness they could have had together. Pike, facing down his own inevitable doom, found little solace in it, as he and the Enterprise crew resumed their mission.

Season 4 of Strange New Worlds will be the series’ penultimate season; a truncated fifth season of six episodes will conclude the series. That season is also set to introduce classic Original Series characters Hikaru Sulu (Kai Murakami) and Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy (Thomas Jane). Several of the show’s cast members, including Paul Wesley, are prepared to continue the mission and chronicle new adventures for the post-Pike Enterprise, but the future of the Trek franchise in the wake of the Paramount-WB merger is as opaque as the Mutara Nebula.

Season 4 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds premieres on Paramount+ on July 23. Stay tuned to Collider for future updates.

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2022 – 2027-00-00

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Henry Alonso Myers, Akiva Goldsman

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Dan Liu, Amanda Row, Maja Vrvilo, Akiva Goldsman, Dermott Downs, Eduardo Sánchez, Jeffrey W. Byrd, Jonathan Frakes, Jordan Canning, Leslie Hope, Valerie Weiss, Sydney Freeland, Christopher J. Byrne, Rachel Leiterman

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Onitra Johnson

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After a hugely popular first season, the steamiest show on streaming returned on Hulu last month to even more acclaim, following the loss of original author Jilly Cooper in October last year. Rivals Season 2 has been packed with filthy debauchery, high drama, and sordid affairs aplenty, and that’s only in the first six episodes. In the June 5 finale of Season 2, Part 1, viewers were left gobsmacked as a fan-favorite character tragically lost their life, and David Tennant‘s dastardly Lord Tony Baddingham seems to have escaped the crumbling of his empire once more.

“Rivals Season 2 surpasses Season 1 on nearly every front​​​​,” wrote Therese Lacson in her review for Collider, with this one of many gushing critical responses that helped the NSFW series to a near-perfect 97% Rotten Tomatoes rating. Just as we’re picking up our jaws from the floor following the shocking end to Season 2, Part 1, the announcement we’ve all been waiting for has arrived: Rivals has been officially renewed for a third season, with twelve episodes confirmed.

After the stakes have risen alongside the show’s softer side for Season 2, expectations will be higher than ever for a third season of the Happy Prince production. But what will it be about? “As the dust settles post the scandalous revelations in Season 2, we see the stakes become higher and the alliances more fragile, with nothing staying buried for long,” the logline for the third season reads. “New romances blossom, old flames rekindle and shocking secrets will be spilled in this third series which takes everyone’s favourite rivalries to the next level. In a world of power, passion and betrayal, everyone has something to lose.” Rivals Season 2 continues this November.

Who Will Star in ‘Rivals’ Season 3?

Many favorite faces are expected to return for the third season of this unmissable, indulgent series, including the aforementioned Tennant, Aidan Turner‘s Declan O’Hara, Nafessa Williams‘ Cameron Cook, Alex Hassell’s Rupert Campbell-Black, Bella Maclean’s Taggie O’Hara, Danny Dyer‘s Freddie, Katherine Parkinson‘s Lizzie, and more. After Rupert Everett and Hayley Atwell joined the cast of Season 2, fans hope to see them again in a third installment. Lee Mason, Disney+ EMEA VP for scripted, said of the renewal:

“The phenomenal response to ‘Rivals’ is a credit to the bold, irreverent and endlessly entertaining world created by Dame Jilly Cooper, our cast, creative team and production partners at Happy Prince. We’re delighted to be bringing audiences a third season on Disney+/Hulu. Expect more ambition, more romance, more rivalries and, of course, more scandal as we return to Rutshire for another irresistible chapter.”

Rivals is streaming now on Hulu and Disney+. For more updates on the latest shows, stay tuned to Collider.

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October 18, 2024

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Dee Koppang O’Leary, Alexandra Brodski, Elliot Hegarty

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Clare Naylor, Mimi Hare, Kefi Chadwick, Dare Aiyegbayo, Dominic Treadwell-Collins, Laura Wade, Marek Horn, Sophie Goodhart

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Ariana Grande’s latest stop on her Eternal Sunshine Tour turned into an emotional night that neither the singer nor her fans will soon forget. 

While performing in Los Angeles, the pop superstar was overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the crowd, leading to a tearful exchange that revealed her deep connection with fans. 

The touching moment arrived amid a busy chapter in Grande’s life, one that includes a recent breakup and several high-profile projects on the horizon.

Ariana Grande broke down in tears during her Los Angeles concert on Saturday after the crowd erupted into cheers and applause shortly before she performed her song “Hampstead.”

The emotional scene unfolded inside Crypto.com Arena as the 32-year-old paused to take in the reaction from thousands of fans.

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A video later shared to her Instagram showed Grande visibly emotional as bright stage lights illuminated the venue. Struggling to hold back tears, she addressed the audience directly.

“You can’t do this to me, you know what I mean, because you know what’s going to happen,” Grande said. “You know I’m a Cancer. This is going to happen.”

The response from fans only intensified as the “God Is A Woman” singer reflected on the support she has received throughout her career. 

Grande admitted the moment felt overwhelming, but in the best possible way. “This is so overwhelming in the most beautiful way ever,” she told the crowd, adding, “Thank you so much for being so loving.”

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Grande Reflects On Seven Years Away From Touring

The concert carried extra significance because it marked Ariana Grande’s first tour in seven years. The Grammy winner last embarked on a major tour in 2019 with the Sweetener World Tour, which included 97 dates across North America and Europe.

Speaking to fans in Los Angeles, Grande expressed gratitude to those who have stayed by her side at every stage of her career.

She thanked concertgoers for being there “throughout all these chapters and all of these years” and for “always being such a loving, safe presence in my life.”

The former Nickelodeon star added, “It’s been seven years since I’ve been on stage in front of you all and you’ve stood by my side and supported me. I just have so much gratitude. And wow. Holy sh-t. Holy f-ck. Thank you.”

Grande also joked about a new addition to her tour routine. After wearing contact lenses for the first time during the tour, she said she could finally see the audience more clearly than ever before.

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“It’s so nice to see you for the first time in my life and to be able to connect. It’s so powerful,” she said as the crowd responded with another wave of applause.

Ariana Grande’s Emotional Moment Comes After Ethan Slater Split

The heartfelt exchange with fans comes at a time of major personal change for the songstress. Just days before the Los Angeles show, reports emerged that she and Ethan Slater had ended their relationship after three years together.

According to a source, the pair decided to go their separate ways several months ago after significant consideration. Despite the breakup, they have reportedly remained friends.

The source also indicated that Grande has been pouring her energy into the Eternal Sunshine Tour as she moves forward. Notably, Slater was not seen at the singer’s opening weekend performances.

The pair first met while filming the movie adaptation of “Wicked.” Their relationship became public in July 2023 shortly after news broke that Grande had separated from her ex-husband, Dalton Gomez. 

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At the same time, Slater had also separated from his wife, Lilly Jay, with whom he shares a son born in August 2022. Sources maintained Grande and Slater did not begin dating until after both had separated from their spouses.

Grande’s Relationships Have Often Played Out In The Spotlight

Before dating Slater, Ariana Grande was married to real estate agent Dalton Gomez. The duo was first linked in March 2020, became engaged later that year, and married in May 2021. 

Their separation became public in July 2023, and their divorce was finalized in March 2024. Prior to her marriage to Gomez, she had a highly publicized relationship with Pete Davidson that lasted from May to October 2018.

She also dated rapper Mac Miller from late 2016 until April 2018. Four months after their reported breakup, Miller died from an accidental drug overdose at age 26.

While much public attention has centered on her personal relationships, Grande has repeatedly shifted focus back to her work. 

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Her current tour launched earlier this month in Oakland and will continue across the United States with stops in cities including Inglewood, Austin, Chicago, Atlanta, and Brooklyn.

The tour will eventually head overseas, where the star is scheduled to perform ten shows at London’s O2 Arena between August 15 and September 1.

Ariana Grande Balances Touring, New Music, And Acting Projects

Beyond touring, Grande is preparing for one of the busiest periods of her career. In 2024, she released the album “Eternal Sunshine,” which included hits such as “Yes, And?” and “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait For Your Love).”

She is now gearing up for the release of her eighth studio album, “Petal,” which arrives on July 31. Earlier this year, Grande shared insight into the project’s themes through an Instagram reel.

According to the Daily Mail, she explained that the album is “basically about something that is full of life growing through the cracks of something that is cold and hard and challenging.”

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The actress elaborated, “It’s kind of about breaking up with all different kinds of negative attachments, whether it’s my own monsters in my own head, external voices, things that no longer serve me.”

Meanwhile, her acting career continues to expand following her role as Glinda in “Wicked” and “Wicked: For Good.”

Grande recently appeared in a trailer for the upcoming film “Focker-In-Law,” scheduled for release on November 25, and she remains attached to a starring role in “Sunday In The Park With George” in London next summer.

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Jewel is getting brutally honest about one of the most painful betrayals of her life. During a deeply personal conversation on “No Magic Pill with Blake Mycoskie,” the singer-songwriter reflected on her difficult childhood, struggles with anxiety, homelessness, and the shocking moment she realized her mother had financially mismanaged her money, leaving her millions of dollars in debt despite her success. For Jewel, however, the revelation ultimately became part of a much larger journey toward healing.

While discussing some of the most difficult chapters of her life, Jewel revealed that one of the biggest emotional blows came after fame.

The Grammy-nominated singer said she eventually discovered her mother had mishandled her finances, leaving her in staggering debt. “I realized my mom wasn’t who I thought she was. It was a deep betrayal,” Jewel shared.

According to the singer, the financial fallout was devastating. Despite reaching major success in the music industry, Jewel said she found herself $3 million in debt because of years of financial mismanagement.

Rather than allowing the experience to define her, however, the singer said she eventually reframed how she viewed hardship. “I am not broken. I don’t have to fix myself. I have to uncover myself,” she explained.

A Childhood Marked By Addiction And Violence

Long before finding fame, Jewel said she grew up surrounded by instability in Alaska. The singer recalled witnessing addiction, violence, and deep hardship from a young age, experiences that shaped how she came to understand suffering.

“I realized nobody outran pain,” Jewel shared. “I saw people die so broke and alcoholic they couldn’t afford a coffin. I realized my job is just to figure out what to do with pain.”

By just 8 years old, Jewel said she was already performing in bars and learning difficult lessons about the world around her. “I have so many stories like that, but again, it taught me before I was sexually active to really mind myself to be aware of people,” she explained. “It taught me a lot of good skills.”

Homeless At 18, Jewel Says She Hit Rock Bottom

Jewel also reflected on living out of her car in San Diego at 18 while battling crippling anxiety, agoraphobia, and compulsive shoplifting. The singer described one moment in particular as a turning point.

“I saw my reflection in the mirror and realized: I’m a statistic,” Jewel recalled. “I’m a homeless kid shoplifting and I’m going to end up dead or in jail if this keeps going.”

Determined to change course, Jewel said she began developing unconventional ways to cope with anxiety long before she could afford therapy. One surprising method involved carefully tracking her physical actions.

“I realized I hadn’t had a panic attack in two weeks,” she said after spending weeks writing down everything her hands did. “What I stumbled on was radical presence. I was so present, I forgot to worry about a future that hadn’t happened yet.”

Jewel Says Healing Is About ‘Uncovering’ Yourself

Throughout the conversation, Jewel emphasized that healing is not about fixing what is broken but rediscovering who you already are.

The singer even reframed anxiety as something more complex than simply a problem to eliminate. “What if anxiety isn’t the problem? What if it’s the side effect of consuming something that doesn’t agree with you?” she asked.

At one point, Jewel compared anxiety to food poisoning. “Throwing up isn’t the problem. It’s the side effect of eating something bad,” she explained. “Anxiety became my body’s way of saying: ‘You just consumed something that didn’t agree with you.’”

Ultimately, Jewel described healing as “an archeological dig” back to one’s authentic self. “Healing is gritty work,” she said. “But being dysfunctional is much harder work.”

Jewel Says Survival Led Her To Purpose

Looking back, Jewel said many of the coping tools she developed came from necessity at a time when she had little support and few resources. Without access to therapy or financial stability, the singer turned to journaling, meditation, self-awareness, and boundary-setting to help navigate some of her darkest moments.

Now, she hopes sharing those experiences might help others feel less alone in their own struggles. Rather than viewing healing as a destination, Jewel described it as an ongoing process of understanding yourself more deeply.

Listen to Jewel’s confessions on Blake Mycoskie’s new podcast, “No Magic Pill.”

Tom Holland has finally put months of speculation to rest by confirming that he and Zendaya are officially married. 

The actor made the revelation while discussing viral AI-generated wedding images that had fueled rumors online for months. 

Beyond confirming the marriage, Holland opened up about finding lasting happiness with his longtime partner, reflecting on their relationship, their careers, and what makes their bond so unique as they continue working together on some of Hollywood’s biggest projects.

After months of speculation surrounding their relationship status, Tom Holland finally revealed that the wedding had already taken place.

The confirmation came during an interview with Esquire UK, in which he was asked whether family members had been fooled by realistic AI-generated wedding photos of the couple that circulated online.

His answer left little room for doubt. “No, because they were all there… That’s all you’ll get on that,” Holland said. 

The comment effectively confirmed that the couple had tied the knot after years of keeping their relationship largely private.

Wedding rumors first gained momentum when Zendaya’s longtime stylist, Law Roach, appeared at the 2026 Actor Awards in Los Angeles and casually revealed, “The wedding has already happened. You missed it!” 

At the time, neither Holland nor Zendaya addressed the claim publicly. 

Holland Calls Zendaya His ‘Person’

While confirming the marriage grabbed headlines, Tom Holland spent much of the interview discussing the strength of their relationship.

The “Spider-Man: Far From Home” actor explained that sharing life with someone who understands the pressures of fame has been invaluable.

“Our business can present very stressful situations, and it’s really nice to have a bedrock of a relationship that will stand the test of time,” he said.

“We can support each other in ways that only we can, because only we understand really what it’s like to live this life.” Holland described that understanding as a rare luxury.

According to him, “I think that is such a luxury, because I just don’t understand how I would be able to have anything like that with anyone else.”

The Hollywood star then delivered perhaps his most heartfelt comments yet about Zendaya. 

“So, for me, I found my person. She’s my best friend, and I’m the happiest I have ever been when I’m with her, but I have also never felt so supported and safe, ever. Period,” he shared.

Tom Holland Recalls First Meeting Zendaya

Holland also reflected on the early days of their connection while filming “Spider-Man: Homecoming.” 

The pair first met in 2016 during production on the Marvel film and were romantically linked shortly afterward, though they spent years keeping their relationship largely out of the spotlight.

However, long before they became one of Hollywood’s most beloved couples, he was immediately impressed by Zendaya’s talent.

“Obviously, I was super excited at the prospect of working with her and getting to know her,” he said. According to Holland, the actress’s audition left producers convinced she was perfect for the role.

“She smashed her audition out the park and got the part before she’d even left the room,” he said. 

Holland also remembered producer Amy Pascal’s instant reaction after Zendaya finished reading for the role. He recalled, “I remember when she closed the door to leave, Amy Pascal was immediately like, ‘Well, she’s getting the job.’”

Holland And Zendaya Continue Working Together

Although they have kept much of their personal life private, Tom Holland and Zendaya recently made a rare public appearance together.

The newlyweds attended a photocall in Madrid for “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” marking one of their first joint promotional appearances in years.

Although fans rarely get to see the duo share the red carpet, they will still have plenty of opportunities to see them together professionally. 

In addition to starring in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” the lovebirds also appear in Christopher Nolan’s upcoming epic “The Odyssey,” which is scheduled for release next year.

Meanwhile, Holland has already given fans a heads-up on what to expect from the latest “Spider-Man” installment. 

“The movie is already the best Spider-Man movie that we’ve ever made,” he said. “This movie is a real mystery and for a large portion of the film, even Spider-Man is a little bit at odds and lost and is like, ‘What is going on?’”

Tom Holland Reflects On Future Goals And Viral Fame

Beyond discussing his marriage and career, Holland also shared thoughts on his long-term ambitions. The actor revisited a goal he first revealed years ago, winning an Academy Award.

“It is truly a vote of our community,” Holland revealed, adding, “So I’m in no rush, but there is still obviously ambition and desire to one day stand up there and thank my mum.”

He also looked back on one of the most memorable moments of his career: his viral performance of Rihanna’s “Umbrella” on “Lip Sync Battle.”

“I did that Lip Sync Battle show when I was 20 or 21 and I didn’t think twice about it,” Holland said. 

Looking back, he believes fame has changed the way he approaches public moments.

“I would really overanalyse doing something like that,” the star shared, further noting, “I just think, as you get older, you get a little bit more cynical. The downsides of something might be a little bit more obvious than the upsides of something.”

2026 has been a big year for Prime Video already, with new seasons of The Boys and Invincible showing up for fans of superhero content. The streamer also expanded its arsenal of original movies with a pair of big new releases, The Wrecking Crew and The Bluff. The former is a Hawaii-set crime thriller starring Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista, and the latter is a swashbuckling epic starring Karl Urban and Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Prime Video also dipped into the detective department for a brand-new thriller show, Young Sherlock, which hails from legendary action writer and director Guy Ritchie. The show has already been picked up for Season 2. Like any good streamer, though, Prime Video is always looking to grow its library of originals, and it will do just that soon with the premiere of Bloodaxe.

Bloodaxe has been hailed as a Vikings replacement series, and while the show has yet to set a release date for Season 1, Prime Video has just made a big decision regarding the future of the series. This morning, Prime Video confirmed that Bloodaxe has been renewed for Season 2, proving that the streamer has supreme confidence that the first season of the show is going to be a massive hit. The show was written and executive produced by Michael and Horatio Hirst, creators of Vikings, who also confirmed that the second season begins shooting in Ireland in just a few weeks. Not only is the show going to be perfect for fans of the popular Vikings series, but gamers who enjoyed spending time in Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla may yet find a new favorite TV show with Bloodaxe.

What Is ‘Bloodaxe’ About?

Prime Video describes Bloodaxe as an “epic historical drama that tells the true story of legendary Viking warrior Erik Bloodaxe and his formidable wife, Gunnhild, Mother of Kings.” Xavier Molyneux has been cast in the lead role of Erik in the new historical epic series, and Jessica Madsen will play his wife, Gunnhild. Additional cast members include Karlis Arnolds Avots, Levi Miller, Rod Hallett, Alina Tomnikov, Sisse Marrie, Rune Temte, and Jesper Christensen. Although an official release date for Season 1 has yet to be announced, with the team scheduled to begin production on Season 2 in August, it likely won’t be long before more information about the premiere is made available.

Stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of Bloodaxe, which has two seasons confirmed to be coming to Prime Video.