Chad Michael Murray is reacting to costar Scott Patterson’s shocking Sullivan’s Crossing exit.

“There are various, different things that transpire. You just never know,” Murray, 44, said of Patterson’s recent departure in an interview with Yahoo Canada published on Sunday, March 22. “And so it’s one of those situations where you go, OK well, just look at the show, what is the show? Where does it sit? And how do you hold it up and keep it true to itself? And that’s all on the text and the storytelling.”

The CW series, based on the Robyn Carr novel of the same name, follows Maggie Sullivan (Morgan Kohan) as she reunites with her estranged father Sully, played by Patterson, while returning to her hometown in rural Nova Scotia. Murray stars as newcomer Cal Jones. Murray explained that despite Patterson’s exit, his character’s presence is still felt.

“There’s no question in my mind that we did that. The show stays totally true to itself, and Sully is still a big part of it,” he continued. “He still exists in this world, and there’s still that relationship. And he built the Crossing, so it’s always going to be there, and that’s kind of the foundation that the show is built on.”

Us Weekly previously reported that Patterson, 67, officially exited Sullivan’s Crossing ahead of season 4. Executive producer and showrunner Roma Roth exclusively told Us that the next season would pick up immediately after Sully left for a trip to Ireland with his girlfriend.

“Season 3 of Sullivan’s Crossing ended with Sully leaving for Ireland, beginning a new chapter in his life. Season 4 picks up the next day, with Sully still overseas,” Roth explained. “While he isn’t physically present in this season, the character remains an important part of the world with the potential to be included in future seasons should that align with the ongoing creative.”

Patterson’s exit was a surprise to fans, as the actor consistently praised his time on the drama.

“It’s always exciting to go to a new place with a new project [and] with new expectations. Everybody’s lovely. The work is deep and the collaboration is real. You’ve got a built-in audience with [Gilmore Girls] and now we’ve got Robyn Carr’s book audience,” Patterson exclusively told Us in October 2023. “So it’s kind of exciting to come into something that’s kind of established — has already an established fan base — and I can bring mine in. They can join forces and watch the show together and compare notes.”

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Sullivan’s Crossing is going through a very big change with Scott Patterson‘s character Sully being written off — but what does the shocking exit mean for the show? Based on the book series by Robyn Carr, Sullivan’s Crossing centers around neurosurgeon Maggie (Morgan Kohan) after she moves back home to rural Nova Scotia to reconnect […]

Patterson also gushed about being able to collaborate with the writers about his character.

“I have a lot more freedom to create the role. I have a lot more input with what [Sully] says and what he does. I just love that about the show. I love that about the producers and the network and all the support they give. And [executive producer] Roma Roth is a very, very special showrunner,” he shared. “She really, really trusts her actors and she really listens. She just wants the best for the episode.”

He continued, “She wants the best for the scene [and] she wants the best for the show. To me, that is the sign of a true leader. So we follow her lead, but she’s open to suggestions, which makes this so much stronger.”

2026 is still young, at the time of writing, so whether Project Hail Mary ends up standing as the year’s best sci-fi movie… it’s possible. It’s the one to beat for now, maybe that much can be said comfortably. But if you’re looking back in time, as in the years preceding 2026, then there are a fair few works of science fiction that do beat it in quality, which might well go without saying.

Too bad. It’s being said here anyway. These films all belong to the science fiction genre, and they’re either classics that are hard to beat, or more modern releases that might well age even better than Project Hail Mary. And hey, Project Hail Mary is still very good. This whole thing is just a fairly silly excuse to talk about some other sci-fi movies, all of them arguably even better than 2026’s most noteworthy science fiction film (so far).

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‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ (2018)

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It feels sensible to start with Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, since it was co-produced by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, while the former was credited with co-writing it, and the duo did direct Project Hail Mary. It’s a very different sort of sci-fi movie, though, and a superhero one, too, exploring the idea of the multiverse in a way that does ultimately make it feel more science fiction-heavy than most superhero movies.

There’s a lot more tackled here genre-wise, and then it somehow also works as a surprisingly great (and never tedious) origin story, and telling an origin story interestingly in a landscape saturated with superhero movies is something worth celebrating. Further, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is easily up there with the best animated movies released in recent memory, and it’s got one pretty great sequel (Across the Spider-Verse) so far, too.

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‘Godzilla Minus One’ (2023)

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There’s an argument to be made that Godzilla Minus One is the best of all the Godzilla movies, being one of many films in a legendary sci-fi series (plus other genres; it depends on the movie), even if it’s the rare Godzilla movie that goes back in time, taking place immediately after World War II. There was also 1991’s Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah, which partly took place in the past owing to the plot there involving time travel, but that’s a whole other thing. The Godzilla series is pretty wild.

Godzilla Minus One, though, doesn’t get too silly or crazy with what it wants to explore and unpack, by any means, making it a very approachable film if you’re not particularly up-to-date with the whole kaiju sub-genre. Maybe Godzilla (1954) is the more logical starting point if you’re brand new to Godzilla, but if the age of that one is a turn-off for any reason, then Godzilla Minus One also makes a ton of sense as a way to test the waters (and what waters they are, once you’re in deep and drowning in Godzilla).

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‘Children of Men’ (2006)

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Dealing with global infertility in a bleak future where the future of the human race is at stake, Children of Men is an understandably heavy watch, maybe even heavier now, in 2026, versus how it felt to watch in 2006, since the film takes place in 2027 (oh no). It’s not like the specific and central problem here is also a literal problem in the 2020s, but the general state of the world depicted in Children of Men, and some of the chaos and turmoil? That side of things hits close to home, truth be told.

So, maybe it’s a relief to know that Children of Men is also… well, not entertaining. It’s too intense to be entertaining, and its intensity does make it gripping and never boring, for what that’s worth. It’s all very relentless, gritty, and unapologetically visceral, perhaps even being one of the most suspenseful and anxious movies ever made, science fiction or otherwise.

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‘Threads’ (1984)

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Threads is all about what would happen to the world if a nuclear war broke out, to break it down in the simplest terms possible. It remains science fiction because it’s speculative, but it’s the sort of thing that would cease to feel like sci-fi if the thing it’s about ever did happen. Not many people would mind, though. There would surely be more pressing concerns than reclassifying the genre of a TV movie from the 1980s.

So, it’s sci-fi for now, and it’s also a war movie forever, even if the conflict intentionally lasts for such a short time. Threads spends a bit of time on the prelude to war, then most of the planet’s destroyed, and those left are forced to survive in continually worsening circumstances. It’s simultaneously one of the best and most miserable movies ever made, and is apparently being reworked into something potentially even more intense, so everyone has that to look forward to!

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‘Metropolis’ (1927)

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If you like sci-fi movies, you should probably be thankful for Metropolis, as even if it didn’t invent the genre out of thin air or anything, it did redefine what was possible to do, in a movie, specifically relating to the sci-fi genre. Metropolis was perhaps the first great dystopian movie, too, being about a city very directly divided between the rich and the poor, the former thriving because of the latter, all the while living literally above them.

There’s an unpacking of class conflict and revolution here that still feels relevant, somehow, nearly 100 years later, and the filmmaking on offer here is also still impressive, if you’re purely talking about its technical qualities. Metropolis might well hold up the best of any silent movie, or at least of the non-comedic silent movies, and there really aren’t enough praise-worthy things that can be said about both it and its overall influence.

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‘Until the End of the World’ (1991)

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So, Until the End of the World sort of lives up to its title, because everyone’s grappling with the idea that the world might be ending, all in a panicky way that foreshadowed the whole Y2K thing very well, with the movie even taking place right at the turn of the millennium. Also, what it eventually has to say about technology and how people use it feels oddly prophetic, in terms of how people have found it easier to lose themselves in devices more and more as the years have gone on.

Before all that, though, Until the End of the World has quite a bit of fun as a not-quite-post-apocalyptic movie that’s maybe pre-apocalyptic, or possibly pre-apocalyptic. It’s fun because it’s also a road trip movie done on an epic/international scale, and it’s further helped by the fact that it has one of the most impressive soundtracks ever compiled in cinema history.

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‘2001: A Space Odyssey’ (1968)

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It feels a bit silly to include 2001: A Space Odyssey here, because of course it’s better than Project Hail Mary, and could well be better than just about any sci-fi movie released in the 21^st century so far. Maybe that’s funny, considering the film’s title, but it’s really held up in the years since it was actually released (1968), so if anything else released more recently is still breathtaking five or more decades from now, then perhaps it can engage in a fair fight of sorts with 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Famously, what you have here is a sci-fi epic that’s about almost everything, unpacking so much by way of the evolutionary history – and possible future – of humanity. And 2001: A Space Odyssey also has one of the best villains of all time, even though it only shows up in one of several sections of the overall film, and it’s just a menacing red dot, basically. Plus lots of other stuff. It did everything everywhere all at once before it was cool.

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‘On the Silver Globe’ (1988)

It would be a stretch to call On the Silver Globe perfect, given it’s intentionally very messy and was also infamously unfinished, meaning it couldn’t technically be all it wanted to be, but what remains is impressive and maybe even near-perfect in terms of quality. The premise will probably make it sound a bit ordinary, since it’s about traveling off Earth and finding a new planet to start a civilization on.

Well, it’s a bit beyond that when things get interesting, because it’s less about finding the planet (that happens early) and more about what happens to that civilization over many generations, so it’s ambitious in terms of the timespan covered in a way that’s reminiscent of aforementioned films like Threads and 2001: A Space Odyssey. The whole thing is also very surreal and even oddly anxiety-inducing at times, with it also being impressive just how beautiful and ugly the film is, simultaneously.

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‘Star Wars’ (1977)

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Another obvious pick, even if it’s a space opera and thereby kind of a fantasy movie with a space setting, here’s Star Wars, as in the first one (throw “A New Hope” onto the end of the title, if you feel so inclined). You surely know the story by now, because it’s about a young man going on a quest to rescue a princess, in turn getting wrapped up in a massive conflict that escalates further following the end of this first movie.

Yes, it’s got sequels, and at least one of them might be even better and more emotionally powerful, but Star Wars (1977) nabs the spot here for being the first of the bunch, and for paving the way for that excellent sequel and then all the other follow-ups that are a bit more divisive. Few people agree about anything Star Wars-related beyond the first two movies; that you’ll learn after being on the internet for about five minutes, maybe six, tops. But those first two movies, you know? Wow.

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‘Blade Runner’ (1982)

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Blade Runner is another untouchable movie and about as obvious a pick as they get, not to mention also being a science fiction movie that proves particularly rewarding if you’re willing to rewatch it. At its most basic, it’s about a pretty dreary human being (seemingly) being tasked with taking down a bunch of replicants that have all gone rogue and are running around in human society, not that there’s much society left to run around in.

The replicants all have a finite lifespan anyway, and they seem more human than the guy tasked with killing them, which could seem like poor writing at first, with a flat protagonist, but that’s all the point, and it feels more like the point after you sit with Blade Runner for a while. There’s a lot more to unpack beyond that, and, truth be told, you can also enjoy this one for its aesthetics alone (it looks and sounds incredible throughout).

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Blade Runner

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Release Date

June 25, 1982

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118 minutes

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David Webb Peoples, Hampton Fancher, Philip K. Dick

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Since Yellowstone debuted in 2018, the story of the Dutton family has had enough potential to inspire six spinoffs (and counting) to add to the Paramount Network roster — but with that has come delays.

Yellowstone focuses on a powerful family that runs the largest contiguous ranch in the United States. Amid their success, the ranchers must deal with attacks coming from land developers, a Native American reservation and the first national park in America.

The critically acclaimed series quickly inspired several spinoffs from creator Taylor Sheridan. Even though the Yellowstone universe is growing, Sheridan has continued to focus on his original vision. After the premiere of 1883, the producer explained that he was satisfied with the singular season.

“I’m not someone who likes to tie everything up in a bow and explain how everyone lived happily after, or didn’t,” the Texas native told Deadline in February 2022 after the 1883 finale concluded with the characters ending up in Montana. “I also wanted to create something you could watch and be completely enthralled and fulfilled, having never seen Yellowstone. Let it live on its own merits.”

At the time, Sheridan broke down why he made a “close-ended” finale that allowed him to explore new timeframes in future Yellowstone shows. “[It is a] peek through a different window into a different era. Again, I don’t think of any of these as spinoffs, but rather as complete stories that have common roots,” he said. “My goal with the next one would be that you could never have seen 1883 or Yellowstone, and still have a fully realized experience as a viewer.”

In October 2025, it was confirmed that Sheridan signed a five-year overall deal for film, TV and streaming with NBCUniversal, which is set to begin January 1, 2029, after Sheridan’s TV deal with Paramount — which goes through 2028 — officially ends.

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Bethenny Frankel has more to say about the ongoing drama surrounding the cancelled season of “The Bachelorette.”

After initially applauding ABC for shutting down the new season just days before it aired, “The Real Housewives of New York City” alum is slamming the network for negligence in their background checks.

Bethenny Frankel and many more have weighed in on the controversy surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul. The latter was set to become the next Bachelorette until a video of a 2023 domestic abuse incident resurfaced.

Bethenny Frankel Slams ABC For Failing To Investigate Taylor Frankie Paul’s Past

Over the weekend, Frankel updated her Instagram page with a video of herself outdoors. She killed two birds with one stone, promoting her dating membership community while slamming ABC for allowing someone as controversial as Paul on their set.

“So word on the street is that five contestants from The Bachelorette want to sue,” Frankel began. She noted that in her dating membership community, The Core, they prioritized vetting people and have kicked people out for aligning with their values.

Frankel explained that people were let go for offenses such as love bombing or ghosting love interests, but never anything as serious as domestic violence. “I mean, like that would be, that’s, that’s insane,” she declared, slamming ABC for casting “someone who has a problematic past.”

The TV Personality Believes The Network Can’t Avoid A Lawsuit From Upset Contestants

Frankel noted that she understood that people were capable of changing, but it was still “insane” to cast someone like Taylor on a popular dating series. On that note, Frankel argued that the contestants considering a lawsuit had every right to sue ABC.

“Those people do have a case because they theoretically went onto this show to find love. I mean, you can’t have it both ways,” Frankel said. She explained that the network could not promote the series for entertainment purposes like “The Hills” and then want people to think its primary purpose was “finding true love.”

“So they are kind of f-cked because there’s no way that the most high-profile matchmakers on the globe would cast someone like that and set those people up to meet that person. That’s f-cked,” Frankel concluded. Her words sparked interesting reactions from fans in the comments.

Fans Have Varying Reactions To The Possible Lawsuit

Fans had different opinions about the possible lawsuit, with reality TV alum Jessica Furtado Nickson against legal action. “Are the guys wanting to sue because the show isn’t airing? Because that’s them just screaming ‘I only did this to be famous,’” she argued.

However, some fans shut down her theory, pointing out that the contestants must have invested a lot into the show only to have it canceled. On the other hand, a few supported Nickson’s stance, believing the men were upset their “5 minutes of fame” got canceled.

The reactions continued, with IG users loving Frankel’s take on the subject and the points she raised in her video. Entrepreneur and coach Heidi Cortez agreed that the men had a case, writing: “Many of those contestants may have lost their jobs, taken time off work, or put themselves in debt to cover finances while they were filming too.”

Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘The Bachelorette’ Suitors Allegedly Suing For Negligence

As Frankel and some fans pointed out, the male contestants of the now-canceled season of “The Bachelorette” are angry at the showrunners for failing to investigate Paul’s past. The Blast covered the story, reporting that sources claimed these men believe their time and efforts were wasted.

According to sources, some contestants had paused important engagements, quit their jobs, or even rejected financial opportunities in exchange for the visibility the show would provide. Their sacrifices would have been worth it if the showrunners had properly vetted Paul’s background.

The five contestants contemplating a lawsuit against ABC and Warner Bros. Discovery, which produces the show, believe they were placed in a toxic work environment due to Paul’s past arrest on domestic violence allegations in 2023.

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Bethenny Frankel Initially Applauded Showrunners For Canceling The New Season

ABC’s decision to cancel Paul’s season of “The Bachelorette” followed the release of a video that captured her attacking her ex-boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen. The incident occurred in the presence of Paul’s daughter from her past marriage, leading to harsher charges.

Paul was arrested and charged with one felony count of aggravated assault and two felony counts of domestic violence in the presence of a child. The Blast reported that the network noted they wouldn’t move forward with the new season and focus on supporting Paul’s family.

Frankel’s initial reaction saw her praising ABC for not profiting from Paul’s controversy, which she described as “reality gold.” She noted the right move was to take a financial loss and not give Paul a platform while slamming the latter and Mortensen as “toxic.” 

Two years after Celine Dion last took the stage, something more is now reportedly brewing for the iconic singer’s return. 

The “I’m Alive” hitmaker shifted away from singing since her diagnosis with Stiff Person Syndrome. 

Amid her health battle, she made a powerful appearance at the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony. Since then, she has remained offstage, but new reports suggest that fans can now start counting down until her return.

Celine Dion Is Reportedly Planning Concerts Across France

Fans have every reason to stay excited, as Dion is reportedly gearing up for a major return to the stage in France. Over the weekend, French-Canadian outlet La Presse first broke the news of her anticipated comeback.

By Monday, the buzz had intensified, with teaser posters popping up across the city, featuring some of her most iconic hits, including “Pour que tu m’aimes encore” and “The Power of Love.”

According to Variety, Dion is expected to headline a series of performances at the Paris La Défense Arena, a venue with a capacity of up to 40,000. The shows are reportedly scheduled for fall, September, and October, with two performances each week, reviving the concerts that were originally planned for 2020.

However, it was delayed by COVID-19 and further postponed following her Stiff Person Syndrome diagnosis in 2022. 

The news follows Dion’s last appearance in 2024, where she delivered a rendition of Edith Piaf’s “L’Hymne à l’Amour” in Paris. The emotional performance captivated millions worldwide, with fans later showering her with flowers in admiration.

Fresh off the stage, Dion was spotted on the streets of Paris in a casual yet stylish denim hoodie layered over a long-sleeved shirt. As fans gathered around, one admirer handed her a single rose, which the singer accepted, appearing to hold back tears as she clutched it close.

Inside The Reason Behind Celine Dion’s Zero-Fee Olympic Performance

After delivering a one-of-a-kind performance, the singer was soon rumored to have been paid $2 million for the single song. However, the organizers debunked the speculation, revealing the performers at the event did not receive any remuneration. 

“Contrary to information relayed in the media, the performers who will perform during the Paris 2024 Games ceremonies will not receive a fee for their performance,” a statement from the Olympic Committee read, per The Blast.

They further emphasized that the artists’ participation was voluntary, reflecting their desire to be part of a historic global event. Dion, on her part, took to Instagram after the event, sharing that she was honored to be involved in the sports event. 

Celine Dion Was Making More Music Plans After Olympics

While the Olympic moment was special for Dion, that night at the Eiffel Tower also reignited her desire to continue performing. 

According to The Blast, a source close to the singer said she is motivated to “prove everyone wrong” by continuing to take the stage despite her health issue. The insider also added that she has something in the works. 

The insider noted that the singer felt triumphant afterwards, and even though her condition was still present, she intends to keep fighting for her fans and anyone going through the same health issue.

As she prepares for what lies ahead, Dion is said to be drawing strength from her three sons and from the memory of her late husband, René Angelil, whose presence she still feels close to her.

‘The Power of Love’ Singer Honored Her Husband on His 9th Death Anniversary 

Angélil passed away in 2016 after battling throat cancer. In January last year, Dion marked the ninth anniversary of his passing with a heartfelt tribute.

Per The Blast, Dion shared a photo of herself and her boys posing outdoors, and in the caption, she reflected on fond memories of her husband. 

She called Angelil her “biggest supporter,” and the “one who always believed in me.” She added, “I honor you, and you will always be deeply missed, mon amour… We love you. —Celine xx…”

Celine Dion and René Angélil’s Marriage Looked At Through The Eyes Of A Close Insider

Dion and Angelil married in 1994, in what many have long viewed as a story of deep devotion and loyalty. However, that narrative is now being revisited following the release of the memoir “It’s All Coming Back To Me” by longtime collaborator Vito Luprano.

As The Blast reported, the book revealed behind-the-scenes details of the couple’s bond, suggesting that their relationship may have begun earlier than publicly acknowledged, when Dion was 17. 

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According to Luprano, Angelil took deliberate steps to hide it. Luprano added that there were also controlling signs, as it was rare for the singer to be alone with anyone without her husband. 

The drama surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul has taken another sharp turn, but this time, the focus isn’t just on the viral video. 

As speculation spread about who leaked the explosive footage, “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Miranda Hope found herself pulled into the chaos. 

Instead of staying quiet, she responded head-on, shutting down rumors and defending her circle while the controversy continues to ripple through friendships, filming, and legal fallout tied to the situation.

Taylor Frankie Paul Video Sparks Leak Accusations Within MomTok

As the fallout from the resurfaced footage intensified, attention quickly turned toward the people closest to Taylor Frankie Paul, particularly her fellow MomTok creators.

Online speculation suggested that someone within the group may have provided the video to TMZ, with Miranda Hope becoming a central target due to her past tensions with Paul.

She wasted no time addressing the claims directly. “Haha, the first time I saw that video was the same day you all did,” she wrote in the comments section of a video from digital creator Dana Bowling, who accused her of leaking the clip. 

Hope added, “None of us girls have ever been in possession of it or any other evidence.”

Her response made it clear that, despite ongoing drama within the group, she was drawing a line when it came to accusations about betrayal or involvement in the leak.

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Paul’s History With Miranda Hope Fuels Ongoing Speculation

The accusations gained traction partly because of the complicated history between Taylor Frankie Paul and Miranda Hope. 

Past drama involving relationships and mutual connections had already created friction between them.

Still, Hope made it clear she was not trying to escalate anything further. “My intent with my statement was not to shade Taylor, but to simply address that I do not support nor condone that behavior from either party,” she explained.

She also revealed that things between them had improved in recent times. “Taylor and I have been in a good place, and she has apologized for both the Shinia and Chase stuff!”

Even while acknowledging she has her own suspicions about the situation, she firmly defended the group. 

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“I have my theories on who leaked the video, but I can promise you it wasn’t any of the women,” she said.

Taylor Frankie Paul Video Fallout Leads To Emotional Cast Reactions

The resurfaced footage has not only sparked speculation but also emotional responses from those within Taylor Frankie Paul’s circle.

Hope admitted she struggled to process what she saw, saying she had been “at a loss for words.” 

She later added per E! News, “Everything has been really tough to see,” emphasizing how seriously she views situations involving harm. “Domestic violence and abuse of any kind is something I take very seriously. As a human, and especially as a mother, I cannot support that kind of behavior.”

Another cast member, Layla Taylor, also spoke out on her Instagram Story, sharing, “My personal history as a survivor makes it impossible for me to stay silent. I stand firmly against domestic violence in any form. I keep her children in my thoughts, hoping for their safety above all else.”

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Paul Controversy Halts Filming And Raises New Legal Questions

The fallout has now moved beyond social media and into real consequences for the show itself. 

Production on “ A Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” has been paused as new allegations and ongoing investigations continue to develop around Taylor Frankie Paul. 

Reports indicate that a separate alleged incident earlier this year has added to concerns.

According to cast member Mikayla Matthews, the decision to stop filming came directly from the cast. 

“It was a decision that all us girls came up with and agreed on. We didn’t feel comfortable filming with everything that was happening,” she told fans in a Q&A on Instagram per the Daily Mail.

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At the same time, legal complications appear to be growing. Prosecutors are now reviewing whether the latest allegations could impact Paul’s probation tied to her earlier case. 

Officials confirmed they are assessing how new developments may affect the existing charges.

The resurfaced video itself has also intensified scrutiny. In the footage, Paul’s ex-husband, Dakota Mortensen, can be heard saying, “This is called physical abuse,” followed by, “Your daughter just got hit in the head by a metal chair.”

Taylor Frankie Paul Breaks Silence As Conflicting Claims Emerge

As the viral video resurfaced, Paul responded through her representative, offering a very different account of events.

In a statement to PEOPLE, her rep stated she was “grateful” for the support she had been receiving while she “prioritizes her family’s safety and security.” 

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The statement also claimed she had been “silently suffering extensive mental and physical abuse as well as threats of retaliation” and was now “gaining the strength to face her accuser.”

The representative further alleged that Paul had remained quiet “out of fear of further abuse, retaliation, and pubic shaming” but was now “seeking support” and “preparing to own and share her story.”

Meanwhile, Mortensen strongly denied those claims in a statement to the Daily Mail, stating, “As anyone who has seen the video will understand, this is a deeply upsetting situation.”

“I am, unfortunately, used to these baseless claims about me and our relationship, which I categorically deny. I am focusing on our son and his safety, and hope that Taylor will do the same,” he added.

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Valerie Perrine, best known for her unforgettable role in the “Superman” films alongside Gene Hackman, has passed away at 82.

The Oscar-nominated actress leaves behind a remarkable legacy shaped by talent, resilience, and grace, with tributes pouring in as details of her long and courageous health battle come to light.

Valerie Perrine Dies After Long Health Battle

Valerie Perrine died on March 23 at her home, where she was said to be surrounded by loved ones. The news was confirmed by her close friend Stacey Souther, who shared the announcement publicly.

According to Souther, Perrine had been battling Parkinson’s disease and severe tremors for years. He described her final chapter as one marked by quiet strength and dignity.

“It is with deep sadness that I share the heartbreaking news that Valerie has passed away,” he wrote. “She faced Parkinson’s disease with incredible courage and compassion, never once complaining.”

Souther added, “She was a true inspiration who lived life to the fullest—and what a magnificent life it was. The world feels less beautiful without her in it. I love you, Valerie. I’ll see you on the other side.”

He also launched a fundraiser to honor her final wishes, urging support from fans and the public.

“Please consider donating, sharing, and helping spread the word for her funeral GoFundMe. Her final wish is to be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Cemetery, but after more than 15 years of fighting Parkinson’s, her finances are exhausted. Let’s come together to make her last wish a reality—she truly deserves it,” he concluded.

Perrine’s Career And Hollywood Legacy

Valerie Perrine built a career that blended bold choices with an undeniable screen presence.

She became widely recognized for portraying Eve Teschmacher, the loyal assistant and love interest to Lex Luthor in the “Superman” films.

Her performance alongside Gene Hackman brought charm and emotional depth to the iconic franchise, helping her stand out in a cast that included Christopher Reeve.

Beyond “Superman,” Perrine’s work earned critical acclaim. Her portrayal of Honey Bruce in “Lenny” secured her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, cementing her place among Hollywood’s most respected performers of the time.

She also appeared in films like “Slaughterhouse-Five” and “The Electric Horseman,” showcasing her versatility across genres.

Her ability to move between dramatic roles and lighter performances made her a memorable figure on screen.

Valerie Perrine’s Private Struggles Behind The Spotlight

While her career brought success, Perrine’s later years were shaped by a long and difficult health journey.

Details shared through the fundraiser revealed how her condition gradually affected her life and work.

“Around 2011, Valerie began experiencing the first signs of essential tremors; involuntary shaking that slowly began to steal the very instrument she’d built her life around: her body, her presence, her ability to perform. She laughed it off in public. But behind closed doors, the reality was devastating,” the GoFundMe read.

“The tremors were accompanied by the relentless progression of Parkinson’s disease. The career that had defined her life was no longer possible. As roles dried up, so did the financial security that should have come with a lifetime of extraordinary work. Valerie spent what she had on medical care, determined to fight. She fought for fifteen years. She never complained. She kept smiling,” it added.

These details painted a picture of resilience, revealing how she continued to face adversity with quiet determination.

Perrine Remembered For Her Early Rise

Valerie Perrine’s path to Hollywood was far from traditional. Before becoming an actress, she worked as a showgirl in Las Vegas, a decision that would unexpectedly change her life.

During a chance encounter at a dinner party, she met an agent who introduced her to the opportunity that would launch her career. That moment led to her role in “Slaughterhouse-Five,” marking her entry into the film industry.

Reflecting on that turning point years later, she once said, “That’s how I became an actress,” according to Deadline.

Her rise was swift. Within just a few years, she went from a newcomer to an Oscar-nominated actress, proving her natural talent and ability to captivate audiences.

Valerie Perrine’s Career Highs And Lasting Impact

Like many in Hollywood, Perrine experienced both triumphs and setbacks. While her performance in Lenny earned widespread praise, not every project met the same reception.

Her role in “Can’t Stop the Music” brought criticism and ultimately impacted her career. Looking back on that time, she admitted, “It ruined my career. I moved to Europe after, I was so embarrassed,” per The Hollywood Reporter.

Despite that setback, she continued working in film and television, later appearing in projects like “What Women Want” and the 2016 comedy “Silver Skies, “which marked her final credited role.

Perrine also maintained a connection to her “Superman” legacy. Following Gene Hackman’s passing, she paid tribute to her former co-star with a heartfelt message.

“The great Gene Hackman has passed away,” she wrote. “He was a genius & 1 of the greatest to grace the silver screen. I had the honor of working with Him on Superman. His performances are legendary. His talent will be missed. Goodbye, my sweet Lex, till we meet again. Valerie.”

Her words reflected the deep respect she held for those she worked with and the era of filmmaking she helped define.

Bold and the Beautiful 2-week spoilers for March 30 – April 03, 2026 expose Hope Logan’s (Annika Noelle) big lie and Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig) involved in cheating.

Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers Monday, March 23rd: Ivy Confesses to Dylan

Monday, March 23rd, Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) and Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace) have an emotional confrontation. So, I wonder if Will is going to finally blast Electra about the RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) ) kiss because she hasn’t admitted to it even though he came clean about Dylan (Sydney Bullock).

And Ivy Forrester (Ashleigh Brewer), of course, is going to find out that other people know about that kiss. Of course, she’ll be happy about it. And speaking of miss inappropriate improper, Ivy makes a confession on Monday and it’s likely to Dylan as she confronts Ivy about her ending Electra’s relationship with Will for her.

Ivy claims that she was protecting Electra and says she would do it again. A broken heart can mend and Ivy thinks that RJ is the medicine to heal Electra. Dylan also wants to know if Ivy’s the one who set up Electra kissing RJ. And Ivy is really surprised that Dylan knows. She tells Ivy that Will saw it and it wrecked him.

But Ivy says she didn’t force Electra to kiss RJ. But thinks it’s going to happen again. And Dylan is absolutely disgusted with Ivy. It looks like Ivy is going to advise Dylan to keep Ivy’s secret and go ahead and use this opportunity to seduce Will and try to hold on to him. And that way it leaves Electra with RJ.

B&B Spoilers Tuesday, March 24th: Will and Dylan Celebrate at the Beach House

On Tuesday, March 24th, we’ve got Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor) and Daphne dreaming about the future they’ll have. She and Carter are in the bedroom with Daphne saying he’s not going anywhere. She has big plans for Carter. And it looks like those are baby making plans and the newlywed Waltons are going to have a little bit of sexy time.

Will and Dylan celebrate her first day on the job at Forrester Creations at his place. And it may be celebrated with more kisses because this week Will and Dylan are extremely close at the beach house. Will’s hands are on Dylan’s waist. Her hands are on his chest. They are all smooshed up together.

Looks like sparks are flying. And Will may be heartbroken. But after his confrontation with Electra on Monday, it looks like he may lean into whatever the possibilities are with Dylan, who may take Ivy’s advice to get with him as soon as possible.

Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers Wednesday, March 25th: Electra and RJ Go Public

On Wednesday, March 25th, we have got a big date thing happening. Electra has RJ over for dinner at the Forrester Mansion. They’re all dressed up really nice and he’s got a bouquet of orchids for Electra and says that every flower is supposed to represent a kiss. They also change into swimsuits

I guess they’re going to go out to the pool as well. And Electra and RJ pose for selfies. They’re all smiles and Ivy is fully interfering in all this. She tells Electra that RJ has a lot going for him. Ivy is creeping on them and later she posts a photo of them onto social media. And I’m betting it’s to let Will know that Electra has moved on.

RJ tells Electra she looks amazing and she says so does RJ as she’s smiling at him. I’m sure he’s going to start collecting on those orchid kisses. Plus Finn (Tanner Novlan) and Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) are looking forward to an overnight vacation. They are taking Kelly Spencer (Sophia Paras McKinlay)  and Hayes Finnegan (Bryan Garlick) out of town.

That means they’re leaving Taylor home alone. And with Steffy gone, it looks like Taylor is going to have a boy over like a teenager does when their parents are out of town because Steffy is definitely treating Taylor like she’s the parent in this situation. Of course, that boy is Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) and he is hot and he is ready to come over and hang out with a woman that he loves.

Thursday, March 26th on B&B: Hope Covers for Deacon

Thursday, March 26th, we’ve got Hope opening up to Liam Spencer about her concerns about Deacon’s marriage to Sheila Carter (Kimberlin Brown). And Hope may be telling Liam how much she wishes her dad would leave Sheila and get with Taylor.

We haven’t really seen Hope and Liam discussing Hope and Deke Sharpe’s (Harrison Cone) matchmaking efforts where Deacon and Taylor are concerned. And Liam may immediately see the Sheila danger that has Steffy so concerned. But I’m sure Hope’s not going to want to hear about it.

Deacon asks Hope if she can cover for him so he can sneak out and see Taylor because she is alone. And you know, Hope’s going to jump at the chance to go behind Steffy’s back. So Deacon’s going to tell Sheila some sort of lie about where he’s going for the evening on Bold and the Beautiful.

Looks like Hope is also participating in the lie. Maybe Deacon says he’ll be spending it with Hope and her kids, knowing Sheila is not allowed at Hope’s. That way Sheila won’t show up looking for him.

Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers Friday, March 27th: Taylor and Deacon Make Love for the First Time

On Friday, March 27th, for the first time, Deacon and Taylor are going to make love. I kept saying that spoiler was about them, and it is manifesting by the end of this week. And since she thinks Deacon is with Hope, looks like Sheila decides to go see Taylor.

We’ve got Sheila knocking on Steffy’s door calling out to see if anybody’s home. Deacon is upstairs with half-naked Taylor. They’re in her bed. Deacon tells Taylor they have fought it, but nothing is going to keep them apart now. And Sheila is peering into the window in the front door. We’ll see if she gets in.

Deke turns to Hope for advice by the end of the week. And I wonder if it’s about splitting from Remy Pryce (Christian Weissman) or if this is some kind of professional advice, you know, whether it’s to do about his job situation now that he lost his position at Forrester.

Hope and Liam also make some time for romance and they’re getting kissy over at the Logan estate. And Sheila is going to take a situation into her own hands. So, we’ll see if she finds a way into Steffy’s place.

Li Finnegan (Naomi Matsuda) is back this week. And with Finn out of town, I assume that Li is chatting with her new bestie, Sheila. So, I wonder if Li is suspicious at all about Taylor and Deacon because she’s not seeing things through the same lens as Sheila.

Week Two on Bold and the Beautiful: March 30th-April 3rd Spoilers

The week of March 30th through April 3rd, we’ve got Deacon and Taylor closer than ever. But everything is risky. They finally make love, but Sheila may learn the truth about them since she’s at Steffy’s house while Steffy and Finn are gone, and she seems desperate to get inside.

We know that Sheila has spied before when she was basically stalking and trying to see Finn and Hayes. If the front door is locked, Sheila may go around and try the backslider. So, we do know that she’s very close to finding out the truth. And with Finn and Steffy gone, there’s nobody to run interference.

Will Pushed Closer to Dylan on B&B

Will is crushed by Electra and RJ going public on social media. Will’s getting closer to Dylan and he may just feel like he’s been done dirty. RJ is making good progress with Electra. Now, I’m sure that she’s attracted to RJ and impressed by him, but Electra still loves Will. But if she confides that to Ivy, she will shove Electra at RJ with both hands.

Katie Logan (Heather Tom) and Brooke Logan‘s (Katherine Kelly Lang) war heats up and we may see them and Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) and Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) taking center stage with less of Eric Forrester (John McCook), who really should be front and center in this.

If you haven’t seen it, John McCook did a recent interview basically critiquing the low amount of screen time that he gets. He said that Brad Bell approached him with the story about ageism and John thought it was great. Here’s where it’s interesting. It’s ironic that Brad Bell didn’t see his own hypocrisy because John McCook has basically been put out to pasture at B&B.

He said he’s not getting near as many episodes as he would like and said he’s just had to suck it up, kind of like Ridge putting Eric out to pasture. I do feel bad for John McCook, but he also said he was grateful at his age to still be working on soaps at all.

Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for The Rookie Season 8, Episode 12.One of the best things about procedurals is bringing back familiar characters over the course of several seasons. It can be fun for long-term fans of the show to spot people they know. However, The Rookie, now in Season 8, seems to be utilizing past characters a little too much for my taste. Episode 12 is chock-full of minor characters we’ve already met, which results in the episode feeling stale, despite depicting several exciting plotlines.

‘The Rookie’ Takes on a Dangerous Sting Operation

The episode opens with John Nolan (Nathan Fillion) giving testimony in a debrief for the FBI on a sting operation carried out by his team. We then flash back to seeing the mission unfold. The plan is to smoke out Heath Everett’s (Jeffrey Vincent Parise) co-conspirators inside the military and Department of Defense. They set up a mission called “Spy Game,” where Bailey Nune (Jenna Dewan) is the bait. Quickly, they’re able to see that the mysterious woman from the Pentagon is named Regan (Chantal Thuy), and she’s definitely following Bailey. The best part of this operation is that we have all the main characters working together, which creates a fun dynamic. The cops trick Regan and her team into meeting at the hospital, where the police learn that Regan’s objective is to “cancel tickets,” a.k.a. kill Bailey.

After a thrill-inducing elevator fight, Tim Bradford (Eric Winter) takes down one of Regan’s goons. Regan escapes, but FBI agent Matthew Garza (Felix Solis) and Nyla Harper (Mekia Cox) interrogate the suspect they’ve caught. They learn that these men served under General Adam Pressman, who was involved in a kickback scheme with Everett. When Everett was caught, the general instructed Regan to scrub his name from all the Pentagon files. The evil AI bot, Zuzu, from last season resurfaces and offers Nolan a recorded conversation from Regan’s burner phone that provides clear evidence of a conspiracy. This feels a little too convenient; instead of the police having to do more work to solve the case, but it does help wrap things up pretty nicely. Of course, things aren’t completely over until there’s a car chase in the pursuit of Regan. There’s some action next to the La Brea Tar Pits (an iconic Los Angeles location), but the crew is finally able to apprehend Regan. The most frustrating part is that they’re not sure what will happen to the general, even though he took millions of dollars in kickbacks, he could just retire quietly so that the DOD isn’t publicly embarrassed by his actions.

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‘The Rookie’ Season 8 Episode 12 Threatens Wesley’s DA Campaign

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Wesley Evers (Shawn Ashmore) was already experiencing some major problems in his campaign for District Attorney, namely him not being able to successfully prosecute serial killer Liam Glasser (Seth Gabel). But then we see that there are also some serious accusations surfacing regarding Wesley’s personal life. The way this storyline is told in this episode is actually super confusing. There are shifts in the timeline that don’t make sense (especially because the rest of the episode is told chronologically). We see Wesley sitting for an interview, but it would have made more sense for the whole narrative to be told more straightforwardly. Wesley is offered a tape of his opponent, Vivian Eckert (Necar Zadegan), berating her staff, but Wesley doesn’t want to stoop to her level by releasing the tape. Wesley’s troubles truly kick off when his former enemy, Elijah Stone (Brandon Jay McLaren), pops up on the courthouse steps, calls Wesley a liar to the press that’s gathered there, and states that Wesley and Monica Stevens (Bridget Regan) had an affair.

Wesley decides that the only way to squash the lie and save his campaign is to have Monica refute the accusation herself. Monica meets with Angela Lopez (Alyssa Diaz) and says that the only way she’ll deny the affair is if Wesley comes to her himself. Then, Zuzu calls Angela and offers an untraceable link that would “destroy Vivian” for good. She ultimately decides to erase the file, proving she’s still an honorable person. Monica and Wesley meet, and we learn that Wesley did cheat, but it was on Monica during their relationship, not during his marriage to Angela. Wesley apologizes to Monica, and Monica ultimately releases a video clearing Wesley of wrongdoing. She even goes so far as to name Vivian as the true enemy of the people of Los Angeles. But we’re left with the question: is it too late to salvage Wesley’s campaign now?

Most Relationships Are in a Good Place in ‘The Rookie’

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Wade Grey (Richard T. Jones) and Luna (Angel Parker) are still talking through their fractured marriage, but I’m getting sort of tired of the same narrative being played out for the past several episodes. These two need to either work it out or move on at this point. However, aside from this relationship, our other favorite couples are doing well. Tim confesses to Lucy Chen (Melissa O’Neil) that he’s bored being Watch Commander, and Lucy encourages him to make the job his own. It’s nice to see them working out their professional issues in a healthy way with each other. And by the end of the episode, Bailey and Nolan have mended their conflict, because Bailey admits that the job at the Pentagon wasn’t what she thought it would be. She even decides to move back home to LA for good. I’m frustrated that The Rookie writers aren’t following through with this storyline, and I’m not sure what the point of the narrative was if it doesn’t change anything with Bailey’s character.

The episode ends with Zuzu calling Nolan to say goodbye. The Indonesian police are taking down his server, and it does seem like a positive thing to wrap up this plot for good. The AI bot was being used to give the police valuable information, but I’d rather see them work through their investigations with real police work, instead of utilizing this futuristic plot device. Overall, this episode is not as captivating as others have been because it felt too bogged down by the use of old characters to move the storytelling along. I’m hoping that The Rookie will head through the rest of the season with an eye on the future, instead of the past.

New episodes of The Rookie air on Monday nights on ABC, with episodes available to stream on Hulu in the U.S.

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Release Date

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October 16, 2018

Showrunner

Alexi Hawley

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Directors

Tori Garrett, Chi-Yoon Chung, Michael Goi, Sylvain White, Lisa Demaine, Lanre Olabisi, Bill Johnson, David McWhirter, Liz Friedlander, Daniel Willis, Toa Fraser, Anne Renton, Jon Huertas, Cherie Nowlan, TK Shom, Rob Seidenglanz, Valerie Weiss, Barbara Brown, Charissa Sanjarernsuithikul, SJ Main Muñoz, Nelson McCormick, Marcus Stokes, Adam Davidson, Anna Mastro

Writers

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Corey Miller, Bill Rinier, Zoe Cheng, Mary Trahan, Ally Seibert, Liz Alper, Nick Hurwitz, Racheal Seymour, Madeleine Coghlan, David Radcliff

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Pros & Cons

• The episode shines when all the cops are working together on a mission.

• The jumping back and forth with Wesley’s storyline feels confusing.
• Wade and Luna’s conflict feels played out.
• Why did we even do the Bailey Pentagon storyline if it doesn’t change anything?

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