A vintage Dolly Parton performance is finding a new audience nearly four decades after it first aired.

The country icon’s unfazed delivery during a perilous-looking fire routine has left viewers marveling at her nerve and talent. Fans were especially struck by the fact that Parton was already 41 when she pulled off the unforgettable television moment.

A decades-old clip of Dolly Parton performing “Great Balls of Fire” has resurfaced online, with fans marveling at just how fearless the country legend looked onstage.

The footage, taken from her 1987 variety show “Dolly!,” shows Parton standing in place as performers hurl flames around her from all directions. Before the song begins, she is specifically warned not to move or flinch as the routine unfolds inches from her face.

Parton then launches into the Jerry Lee Lewis classic while the fire continues flying around her, barely reacting as the dangerous-looking choreography plays out. She finishes the number to loud applause.

Fans Can’t Get Over Parton’s ‘Bravery And Talent’

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Fans had plenty to say about the throwback, with many praising Parton for keeping her cool under some seriously nerve-racking circumstances.

One Reddit user joked about the combination of fire and Parton’s famously big hair, writing, “That amount of hairspray with all that fire,” before applauding the “bravery and talent” on display. Another was amused by the contrast between her delivery and expression, describing her as having a “steady voice and terrified eyes.”

The original poster was equally impressed, joking that Parton was “singing for her life.” They were also stunned to learn she was 41 during the performance, which they credited to the singer’s famously youthful spirit.

Dolly Parton Honored With Emotional Grand Ole Opry Tribute

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Parton received an emotional sendoff at the Grand Ole Opry over the weekend, where a sold-out crowd gathered to celebrate her life and music.

According to Page Six, Parton’s niece Jada Star made a surprise appearance and performed “The Orchard” in honor of her late aunt. Jelly Roll also unexpectedly joined Carly Pearce for a rendition of Parton’s classic “9 to 5.”

The lineup included Kathy Mattea, Molly Tuttle, Dan Tyminski, Channing Wilson, Belle Frantz and T. Graham Brown.

One of the night’s most moving moments came near the end, when footage of Parton performing “I Will Always Love You” at the Opry played for the audience. Performers and backstage guests watched together from the stage.

Parton Reportedly Left Behind Up To 200 Unheard Songs

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Parton’s musical legacy could continue to grow for years, as insiders claim the prolific songwriter left behind a secret collection of up to 200 unheard songs.

As The Blast reported, Parton stored the material in a secure archive known within her inner circle as “The Vault.” The collection reportedly includes songs with completed lyrics and melodies, along with demos that have yet to receive full production.

Parton is also said to have planned carefully for what would happen to the music after her death. One insider claimed she left detailed instructions for her family and appointed trusted people to oversee the catalog.

Dolly Parton’s Final Projects Will Move Forward After Her Death

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Parton’s death will also not stop several projects the country legend had already set in motion. Her team confirmed that plans she was developing will continue, including a home decor collection, a coffee line and a Broadway musical expected to debut in New York later this year.

Two major Nashville projects are even closer to completion. Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum are both scheduled to open next month. Dolly Dolls and a line of Dolly’s Dog Treats are also expected in the coming weeks.

Parton’s longtime manager, Danny Nozell, said the singer continued working right up until her death and made clear that her team intends to finish what she started. “As the leader of the team responsible for overseeing her legacy, we will ensure the many dreams she had yet to fulfill are brought to life,” he said.

Dancing With the Stars fans, get ready to see some familiar faces in the ballroom for season 35.

Judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli were on hand to usher in the new season during the Tuesday, September 1, episode of Good Morning America, along with cohosts Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro, all of whom will be back when DWTS returns this fall.

“You can expect what you know and love about Dancing With the Stars, but also an energized show … It’s going to be an incredible season,” Derek teased. “I cannot wait.”

As for themes throughout the competition, Julianne hinted there will be one night in particular with “really fun” fashion — but didn’t spill any other details.

GMA will also reveal the full cast of celebs and pros on Wednesday, September 2.

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Summer House star Ciara Miller and Traitors alum Maura Higgins were previously announced as two members of the sure-to-be star-studded season 35 cast, along with Savannah Bananas athlete Jackson Olson and Jimmy Kimmel Live! sidekick Guillermo Rodriguez.

Rodriguez, 55, will compete alongside pro Witney Carson, who took home the season 34 mirrorball trophy with Robert Irwin last fall.

While confirming her return to the ballroom earlier this month, Carson, 32, also revealed that she is pregnant with her third baby. (The choreographer shares two sons with husband Carson McAllister.)

“I was telling Guillermo, like, I feel exactly the same physically,” Carson exclusively told Us while reflecting on her early days in rehearsal with Rodriguez. “I’m just more out of breath … but I really feel physically, like, I don’t feel like I’m pregnant at all. I feel like I can do all the same things, which is such a blessing.”

Carson added that she’s “starting to have a little bit more energy” now that her nausea is subsiding.

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“I know [it will] start to get a little bit harder once I get a little bit bigger, but you know, I can still lift Guillermo. I can still toss him up in the air,” she quipped. “No, but I suspect that it should go pretty smoothly, and obviously, the health of the baby is the most important thing. And Guillermo understands that, as well. But we’re just gonna try and have fun.”

Also bringing her signature style back to the ballroom is Sharna Burgess, who will compete as a pro for the first time in five years.

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“I’m back!” she gushed on GMA earlier this month. “Some of you guys guessed it … I’m back on Dancing With the Stars, baby. I’m gonna be competing for that Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. I can’t wait to be back in the ballroom with my dancing family. And mostly, it feels so good to be coming home. I’ll see you all soon.”

Ahead of the official cast reveal, Us reported that Bachelor Nation’s Tyler Cameron and Step Up star Jenna Dewan are expected to appear on season 35. Whitney Leavitt‘s husband, Connor Leavitt, and Brooks Nader‘s sister Sarah Jane Nader are also in the mix.

Dancing With the Stars premieres with a two-night event on ABC and Disney+ starting Tuesday, September 15, at 8 p.m. ET.

Dolly Parton’s longtime creative director, Steve Summers, is opening up about the special bond he shared with the country music icon for over three decades.

Summers worked closely with the legendary singer until her recent death at age 80. He recalled how an interesting encounter at a Christmas festival helped shape the next 35 years of his life.

The creative director also shared a touching glimpse into Parton’s personality, away from the spotlight, including one particular memory involving the superstar and his young son.

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In a new interview with People, Summers took a trip down memory lane, reflecting on the time he spent with Dolly Parton. He revealed that his first meeting with the singer happened under fairly unusual circumstances.

The pair met back in 1991 at a Christmas festival. At the event, Parton had to deliver a speech while standing on top of a six-foot drum, so she needed help maintaining her balance. Summers, 26 at the time and standing at a good height, fit the role perfectly.

“I can remember her taking to me as we were walking up there,” Summers recalled. According to him, Parton repeatedly looked at him and asked, “You’re not gonna let me fall, are you?”

Although it may have been a simple question at the time, Summers said it took on a much deeper meaning for him. He remembered thinking for the rest of his career, “I will not let you fall. No matter what it is, I will not let you fall.”

The creative director added that he spent his entire adult life “making sure that she always felt supported.”

Dolly Parton’s Creative Director Lost A Friend, Mentor And ‘Muse’

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Summers’ relationship with Parton eventually extended far beyond simply deciding what the “Jolene” crooner would wear. He became the creative director at Dolly Parton Enterprises in 2006 and designed a plethora of looks for the singer each year.

In the interview, Summers admitted that processing the loss has involved some conflicting emotions. He described it as a “Juxtaposition between pain and joy” because he is grieving someone who occupied several important roles in his life.

“It hurts. I lost my friend. I lost my coworker. I lost my mentor. I lost my muse,” he reportedly said. However, Summers also said witnessing the reaction to Parton’s passing has also reminded him of just how huge an impact she had on the world.

For him, the legacy is not primarily about her awards, hit records, businesses or other accomplishments. “It’s about her soul. What a miraculous legacy to leave for any human, her heart, her soul, her ability to love and spread joy and compassion; not just her accomplishments,” he said.

Dolly Parton Helped Steve Summers Build His Career

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Long before Summers became the person behind hundreds of Parton’s outfits, he had been fascinated by her distinctive appearance. He recalled first noticing the singer in 1974 when he was just 10 years old. He saw her face on record covers that his grandfather had displayed.

“I can remember being fascinated by her,” he told the outlet. Years later, after entering her orbit through his work at Dollywood, his responsibilities gradually expanded.

On her part, Parton apparently recognizes Summers’ potential and invested in his development directly. She sent him to study fashion at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York.

That investment eventually paid off as Summers went on to oversee the elaborate wardrobe that became inseparable from Parton’s public persona. Speaking on their work together in an interview revisited by Vogue, Summers explained that Parton’s many different roles made dressing her particularly interesting.

“Designing for Dolly is great, because there are so many [Dollys],” he said. “I’ve got the philanthropist, the singer, the actress, the theme park owner. The canvas is always very broad.”

Summers Once Found Dolly Parton Playing With His Young Son

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Some of Summers’ fondest memories of Parton have little to do with clothing or celebrity. During the interview, he recalled one moment in particular that occurred after he moved to Nashville.

Parton had helped Summers get settled into a new apartment and was showing him around when he realized he didn’t know where his son was. He began searching the apartment before eventually looking outside.

“And we look outside,” he recalled. “And him and Dolly are running around in the backyard around the fountain playing with each other.”

That experience made him look at the 11-time Grammy winner in a different light. “I went, ‘Man, she doesn’t care if the room’s full or if there’s one person. She’s gonna take care of them and entertain them.’ And she did,” he said.

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Parton’s death on August 25 has sparked an enormous outpouring from fans, friends and fellow entertainers. For Summers, however, the lesson worth preserving isn’t simply about her success.

After spending more than three decades alongside her, he believed people can learn from the way she remained true to who she was and used that to connect with others.

“It’s unbelievable how she touched the world through her being her authentic self and not by what she did, because one person can make a difference. One person can change the way that the world sees love, and she did,” Summers said.

He argued that adopting even a fraction of Parton’s approach to compassion could have a very meaningful impact. “If all of us would do that, can you imagine if we would take one tenth of what she offers and apply it? We would change the whole world.”

Miley Cyrus is returning to music with a brand-new album and a new show to go along with it. On Tuesday, September 1, the “Hannah Montana” alum announced her 10th studio album, “Bass Persuades,” and shared more about what themes the project will explore. In a separate post, Cyrus teased her return to the main stage, sharing more information about two new shows occurring later this year in Los Angeles. All of this comes a day after Cyrus dropped her last name from her Instagram, going by first name only, “Miley.”

Cyrus revealed the name and release date of her new album on September 18. While she hasn’t shared details about what type of music her 10th studio album will include, the actress and singer told fans a little about what to expect.

“Music takes hold of us. We feel it, sing it, sometimes dance to it, let it out and carry on. It is powerful, vulnerable, sweet and strong,” she said. “Heart full, heartache, every part of life in between. That’s what the title means to me. Thank you for being a part of making my wildest dreams come true. I sincerely hope you love this album. [heart emoji] Miley.”

Miley Cyrus Is Performing Her First Solo Show For The First Time Since 2022

In addition to releasing new music, Cyrus is also returning to the mainstage to headline her first solo show since 2022. In a separate post, the 33-year-old announced two shows at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles in mid-October 2026.

“It’s been a while,” she teased. “The Hollywood Bowl is my favorite place to experience music and see my favorite artists. I’ve sat in those seats many times, but I’ve never taken the stage. LA is my heart and I’m bringing it home. See you there. Miley.”

Cyrus’ last studio album, “Something Beautiful,” was released in May 2025 and succeeded her wildly popular 2023 project, “Endless Summer Vacation,” which featured the award-winning single “Flowers.”

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Miley Cyrus Said This Album Is A ‘Love Story’

Cyrus previously opened up about her upcoming album during an interview, per The Blast.

At the time, she called the project a “layered love story.” She added, “There is definitely a romantic thread weaving through it because, like all my records, it’s a reflection of where I am in my life. But this one feels especially meaningful because this feeling has stayed with me through multiple eras.”

According to Cyrus, her new album is like something she’s never experienced before. “A peaceful kind of love has become a theme across my last three records. Not just the love I share with someone else, but the love I’ve found for myself,” she shared.

Cyrus became engaged to her fiancé, Maxx Morando, in December 2025.

Cyrus Drops Last Name From Instagram Ahead Of New Album

All eyes were already on Cyrus this week after the singer dropped her last name from her social media username, going only by “Miley.”

It’s unclear whether the name change will follow her throughout the rest of her career or is just part of a creative rebrand for her album. Regardless, some of Cyrus’ most loyal fans seem to love the switch.

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“SHE’S JUST BEING MILEY,” someone wrote, while another called it “iconic.” They added, “Everyone knows who she is by just being MILEY. This is HER brand. She doesn’t need her last name to be recognizable; she’s just being MILEY.”

Cyrus Honored Her Godmother Dolly Parton After Her Death

The feeling of losing my Aunt Dolly is beyond what feels right to share. Our most sacred moments were private and they’ll stay there behind the stage, beneath the glamour & between our hearts.

What I KNOW is Dolly would want me to feel it, write a song about it, and then… pic.twitter.com/VFV6MohLto

— MILEY (@MileyCyrus) August 26, 2026

Days before announcing her new album, Cyrus honored her godmother Dolly Parton with a moving post after the “Jolene” singer died at 80.

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“The feeling of losing my Aunt Dolly is beyond what feels right to share. Our most sacred moments were private and they’ll stay there behind the stage, beneath the glamour & between our hearts,” she wrote.

“What I KNOW is Dolly would want me to feel it, write a song about it, and then continue on and be strong. I have an angel by my side. I always have. One of our last conversations was about music and metamorphosis,” Cyrus added.

Jennifer Aniston has been wearing cargo pants since the ’90s, so when she finds a new way to make the longtime staple feel fresh, we pay attention. Her latest pair trades the trend’s traditionally utilitarian feel for something much sleeker, thanks to a flowy silhouette and luxe-looking satin finish. They might just be the chicest cargos we’ve seen her wear yet.

The former Friends star recently shared an Instagram post wearing a taupe satin pair with a relaxed wide-leg silhouette and signature cargo pockets. While we don’t know the exact brand behind Aniston’s pants, the silky fabric and neutral shade give the casual style a much more polished feel. Even better, we found a similar option on Amazon for just $36.

Get the Perfashion Satin Wide Leg Cargo Pants for $36 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

The Perfashion Satin Wide Leg Cargo Pants are an easy way to recreate Aniston’s elevated take on the decades-old trend. They come in a similar taupe shade, along with black, blue and pink, so you can channel her look or switch things up. Sizes range from XS to XL.

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The details make these feel more dressed-up than your average cargo pants. The satin fabric adds a subtle sheen, while a low-rise waist, wide-leg cut and multiple pockets keep the relaxed cargo look intact. Adjustable buttons at the hem even let you wear the legs loose and flowy or cinch them for more of a jogger-style shape.

Shoppers are just as into the combination of comfort and polish. One reviewer called the fabric “soft and luxurious,” adding that the pants are “perfect for nights out, concerts or casual brunch looks.” Another buyer said they “literally could live in them” because they’re “so comfy” and “looked good” on their frame.

Aniston has spent decades proving cargo pants deserve a permanent spot in the closet, and her latest pair gives the staple a decidedly chicer spin. Style the $36 Amazon lookalike with a fitted knit and loafers now, then add a sweater and heeled boots once temperatures dip. It’s an easy way to get her relaxed, quietly luxe look heading into fall.

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Nevaeh Akira linked up with two of Blueface‘s other women for a “3 retriever date night” as internet users tell her to stop tolerating disrespect.

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Nevaeh Akira Links Up With Blueface’s Other Women For “3 Retriever Date Night” As Internet Tells Her To Stop Tolerating Disrespect

Over the weekend, a new stream hit Blueface’s Kick account with the title, “3 RETRIEVER DATE NIGHT… !!!! AIN’T BIGGER THAN THE PROGRAM !!!!!!!!!!!…” Furthermore, the stream began by showing Blueface and Nevaeh Akira preparing for a night out. Once in the car, two of Blueface’s other women, Ashley and Lyric, were seated and seemingly tagging along for the night.

Ultimately, the trio even sang the lyrics to SZA’s ‘The Weekend’ as Akira responded to those saying she should stop tolerating disrespect.

Social Media Reacts To Clip Of Nevaeh Akira Linking Up With Blueface’s Other Women For “3 Retriever Date Night”

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Days before Nevaeh Akira stepped out for an outing alongside Blueface and two of his other women, she was turning heads on his livestream. As The Shade Room previously reported, last week, Akira popped into Blueface’s streaming room and seemed to leave him mesmerized at her appearance. To note, Akira recently welcomed her second, Blue’s third child — their first together — on August 18, per The Shade Room.

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Disney’s long-awaited attempt to bring Gargoyles into live action has officially come to an end.

The planned Gargoyles live-action series is no longer moving forward at Disney+, according to Deadline. The project had been in early development with Gary Dauberman and James Wan’s Atomic Monster attached.

Original Gargoyles co-creator Greg Weisman revealed the fate of the project during a recent interview with Comics Online.

“That’s dead,” Weisman said when asked about the live-action project. “I have no idea about animation, but there are no current plans for live-action.”

A source close to the project subsequently confirmed to Deadline that the series was no longer moving forward.

The live-action adaptation was first reported in 2023, with Dauberman, whose credits include It, Annabelle Comes Homeand The Nun, set to write, executive produce and serve as showrunner. Wan and Michael Clear were attached as executive producers through Atomic Monster.

The proposed series would have centered on Goliath, the legendary gargoyle warrior who awakens from a centuries-long curse and finds himself protecting modern-day New York City alongside police detective Elisa Maza.

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The original Gargoyles animated series debuted in 1994 and followed a clan of ancient gargoyles who turn to stone during the day and come alive at night. After spending roughly a thousand years trapped in stone, the group awakens in modern-day Manhattan and becomes a team of nighttime protectors.

The series developed a passionate following thanks to its darker storytelling, mythology and serialized approach, which helped distinguish it from many other Disney animated shows of the era.

Its voice cast included Keith David as Goliath alongside Salli Richardson, Jonathan Frakes, Marina Sirtis, Ed Asner, Jeff Bennett, Bill Fagerbakke and others. The original show ran from 1994 through 1997.

For years, fans have hoped Disney would revisit the property, with multiple potential adaptations and revival rumors surfacing without ultimately reaching the screen.

While the live-action version is now officially off the table, that doesn’t necessarily mean Gargoyles will remain dormant forever. Weisman specifically said he does not know what Disney may have planned on the animation side, leaving open the possibility that the franchise could eventually return in another form.

For now, however, fans hoping to see Goliath and the Manhattan Clan make the jump into live action will have to keep waiting.

Sylvester Stallone isn’t surrendering his criminal empire anytime soon. Tulsa King has given the Academy Award-nominated actor one of the biggest television roles of his career as New York mafia capo Dwight “The General” Manfredi. Today, Paramount+ has officially revealed exactly when viewers will be able to see the next chapter of his story. But it’s not going to be the same Tulsa that we’ve come to know and love, and the times? They are a-changin’.

In Season 4, Dwight fights to legitimize his empire and protect his crew as corrupt politicians, dangerous new enemies, and a crushing personal loss hit from every direction. However, every hard-won gain comes with even harder truths: about loyalty, leadership, and the cost of ambition. Each move drags Dwight deeper into the street instincts he left behind in New York – turning Tulsa into a battleground and Dwight into the one threat no one can afford to underestimate.

Tulsa King has been one of Paramount+’s biggest series since its debut four years ago, and has given Stallone a new lease of life along with the latest “role of a lifetime” for such an iconic actor. Dwight’s battles with New York may never go away, and he’ll need to use every last bit of his wits to see them off.

Who Stars in ‘Tulsa King’?

Season 4 will featureMartin Starr(Silicon Valley),Jay Will(It Doesn’t Matter),Vincent Piazza(Boardwalk Empire),Annabella Sciorra(The Sopranos),Chris Caldovino(Boardwalk Empire),Frank Grillo(The Purge: Anarchy), andNeal McDonough(Justified). Garrett Hedlund and Dana Delany will also return, whileGretchen Mol(Boardwalk Empire) has officially joined the cast as a new series regular. Mike “Cash Flo” Walden, James Russo, Kevin Pollak, and McKenna Quigley Harrington have rounded out the ensemble announced by Paramount+.

Terence Winter (The Sopranos) will serve as head writer and executive producer. Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan will executive produce alongside Stallone, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, Bob Yari, Thomas Kelly, and Keith Cox. The series has been produced by Paramount Television Studios and 101 Studios.

Tulsa King Season 4 premieres Friday, October 16, exclusively on Paramount+. The first three seasons are streaming now.

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November 13, 2022

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Dave Erickson, Terence Winter

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Allen Coulter, Benjamin Semanoff, David Semel, Guy Ferland, Joshua Marston, Kevin Dowling, Lodge Kerrigan, Jim McKay

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Joseph Riccobene, David Flebotte, William Schmidt, Taylor Elmore, Tom Sierchio, Regina Corrado, Stephen Scaia, Terence Winter

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Wake up! America, Lori Loughlin is back like she never left!

The actress who played Rebecca Donaldson on the popular ABC sitcom, “Full House,” had stepped away from Instagram for about seven years since her infamous school admissions scandal.

Lori Loughlin and her then-husband, Mossimo Giannulli, served time after pleading guilty to paying half a million dollars in bribes to secure admission spots for their daughters into the University of Southern California.

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Loughlin made her first Instagram post in seven years after previously deleting her account and staying away from the spotlight. The actress announced her highly anticipated return to social media with the help of her “Full House” co-stars. Each entertainer had their moment in the video, delivering an iconic line from the show.

The video featured John Stamos, Scott Weinger, Jodie Sweetin, Candace Cameron Bure, Andrea Barber, and Dave Coulier all holding a cup of coffee as they said Loughlin’s famous line, “Wake up, San Francisco,” from the sitcom.

The actress appeared after the clips of her co-stars lip-syncing a different line from “Full House.” “Hi, I’m Rebecca Donaldson, and I’m welcoming myself back to the show,” she lip-synced. “Welcome back, Becky. Why, thank you, Becky,” she said, followed by the iconic background audience laughter.

Loughlin’s post ended with a clip from the 80’s sitcom featuring Bob Saget, who played one of the show’s lead roles. “Wake up, San Francisco, I’m Danny Tanner,” Saget said, iconically introducing his character. Present-day Loughlin reappeared on screen to introduce herself alongside a round of applause, “And I’m Rebecca Donaldson.”

Fans Were Thrilled To Have The Actress Back Online

Loughlin’s new account already has over 40,000 followers, and her grand return post has received reactions from more than three times that number.

Many fans took to the comments to express that they were happy about the TV star’s return to Instagram. “Welcome back! We’ve missed you!” a fan wrote while another added, “YAAASSS! Aunt Becky is back!”

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Several fans wondered if this was a subtle announcement that another season of “Full House” was coming. “I thought this was a video to say there was a new season coming out,” a netizen’s comment read.

Others wrote compliments about the actress’s looks, noting that she looked good even after all these years, while the clip of Saget in the reel tugged at the heartstrings of some users. Saget passed away in 2022 at the age of 65 in his Florida hotel room.

Lori Loughlin Remained Friends With Her ‘Full House’ Love Interest

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John Stamos, who played Jesse Katsopolis on the ABC sitcom, was Loughlin’s character’s love interest, whom she later married and had twin boys with on the show. The co-stars, despite giving fans a view of a realistic budding romance and playing a couple on-screen, kept their real lives separate.

Stamos, during a last year appearance on a podcast, was asked if he would ever leave his wife, Caitlin McHugh, for his “Full House” partner, to which he gave a resounding no. He maintained his commitment to McHugh and clarified that there is “No f-ucking way!” that he would leave his wife.  

The Blast shared that Loughlin and Stamos have maintained a platonic friendship over the years. The actor described his co-star as a “good person,” adding that he and McHugh have been pillars of support for her during her legal troubles and divorce from Giannulli.

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Mossimo Giannulli Reportedly Had Doubts About Her Friendship With Stamos

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In that same interview, Stamos gave a piece of his mind about his friend’s husband. He explained that he cut ties with Giannulli, whom he also labeled a “terrible narcissist.” 

According to reports from insiders, Giannulli wasn’t a fan of Stamos either. He felt the actor’s relationship with his then-wife went beyond friendship and was “too flirty for comfort.” The Blast shared that the fashion designer did not hide his frustration with Stamos in public, though they never got physical.

“Mossimo never believed it was just acting. He thought John’s charm didn’t stop when the cameras did,” an insider previously revealed, adding that “he saw John as competition- not Uncle Jesse.” 

Lori Loughlin’s Estranged Husband Does Not Have Many Fans On The ‘Full House’ Set

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Stamos is not the only one who has aired his feelings about Giannulli and his “negativity” fueled relationship with Loughlin. A few months ago, Sweetin, who played Stephanie Tanner on the show, also complimented her-costar’s youthful glow amid throwing subtle shade at her ex.

Sweetin noted that the mom of two looked gorgeous in her recent red carpet outings, adding “there’s nothing like dropping some dead weight to get you back out there looking cute.”

The ex-couple were married for almost three decades before they pulled the plug on their marriage. According to insiders, the admissions scandal drove a wedge into their union, and their marriage never recovered from the fall. 

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The Blast shared that Loughlin has reportedly started dabbling in the dating pool once again. She is focused on enjoying this new chapter of life and spending time with her daughters, Bella and Olivia.

Welcome back to Instagram, Lori Loughlin!