By Chris Snellgrove
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For better or for worse, we are living in the golden age of TV revivals. Some of the most beloved shows from the ‘90s just keep coming back, often to the delight of older fans. Frasier, for example, brought Kelsey Grammar back for a new show; it streamed on Paramount+, which also hosted the Star Trek: The Next Generation reboot, Picard. Beloved children’s sitcom Full House was brought back as Fuller House, and even the pioneering gay sitcom Will & Grace was rebooted for the enjoyment of a newer, more progressive generation. Amid all these revivals, some of us have been asking the same question for years: where the heck is Home Improvement?

Home Improvement was one of the most popular television series for almost the entirety of the ‘90s. With that kind of popularity, a reboot or revival seemed inevitable, and leading man Tim Allen has frequently discussed how much he’d love to make one happen. Recently, he was asked during an interview if there were any updates, and he offered a surprising response. He claimed that it would only make sense for a revival to focus on his onscreen sons, but “there are some personality problems right now with the boys.” This seems to mostly be an allusion to Zachery Ty Bryan, who is currently serving one of multiple scheduled stints in jail!

The Greatest TV Dad Is Back (Well, He Wants To Be)

Recently, Tim Allen gave an interview to Us Weekly, where he was asked about the status of a possible Home Improvement revival. “They keep talking about how it could move forward, but they get stuck [because] there are some personality problems right now with the boys,” he said. “They’ve got their own issues. I always thought it would be cool if it was a story about them. That’s a little challenging right now, to put it mildly.” It’s a good idea, really, one which worked for another ‘90s sitcom revival. When Fuller House came back, all of its primary dramas revolved around the grown-up versions of the child characters from Full House. 

So, what does Allen mean when he says “the boys” have “personality problems?” In Home Improvement, his character had three sons, played by Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, and Taran Noah Smith. Of these former child stars, Smith has stopped acting altogether; in fact, the last thing he did was voicework for a 1999 episode of Batman Beyond. Meanwhile, former teen heartthrob Jonathan Taylor Thomas is still interested in making art, but he prefers to write and direct these days. Because of that, it would be difficult to get either of them to come back for a Home Improvement revival.

Child Star Breaks Bad

The one who presents the biggest issue, though, is Zachery Ty Bryan. In 2020, he was arrested for allegedly strangling his girlfriend. He has also been repeatedly arrested for domestic violence and is currently spending 16 months in a California prison for a felony DUI violation. Once he gets out, he will then serve a 19-month prison sentence in Oregon for probation violations connected to one of those domestic violence arrests. Overall, his story is a sad one for all of us who enjoyed watching him on Home Improvement back in the ’90s. But Tim Allen isn’t wrong: it’s hard to star in a TV show when you can’t stay out of jail! 

Once upon a time, Tim Allen was the ultimate TV dad, and he’s in a pretty tough position now. He knows that Home Improvement is still popular; audiences love the conceit of that show so much that he was able to create two successful spiritual sequels (Last Man Standing and Shifting Gears). Now, he has the perfect idea to bring Home Improvement back, but it just can’t happen because producers would have to recast all of his onscreen children. As much as I empathize with Allen, though, it’s surreally funny to see him throw all of those actors under the bus and blame them for his revival never getting a green light.

Undeniably funny, weirdly jerky behavior that makes you cringe and laugh at the same time? This felt less like watching a major Hollywood star and more like watching his onscreen alter ego. We may never get more Home Improvement, but thanks to Allen’s interviews, one thing is clear: Tim “The Tool Man” Taylor never left!

Crowning the greatest video game of all time is like picking a favorite child; it’s basically impossible. Some fans choose based on their personal preference, while others decide through an intricate critique of the design and polish, and some use sales as a metric. While commercial success doesn’t determine the quality, some of the greatest video games ever are also the best-selling, such as Minecraft and Red Dead Redemption 2. Nintendo, in particular, is known for having some of the most well-known video game franchises that always deliver must-play titles, from The Legend of Zelda to Super Mario Bros. And when it comes to nostalgia and innovation, it’s hard to beat the Nintendo Wii.

With an unorthodox controller, an imaginative premise, family fun, and magnificent games, the Wii became a household staple for millions of families. And if we’re talking about the Wii, no game is more iconic or emblematic than Wii Sports, which was bundled in with the console at launch and went on to become one of the best-selling video games of all time, at around 83 million copies. Beyond its commercial success, though, Wii Sports is truly one of the all-time best video game experiences, a trailblazer that redefined the medium and became synonymous with the Wii. Today, twenty years after its launch, Wii Sports remains one of Nintendo’s greatest triumphs, a seminal title that marked an entire generation and made us appreciate video games beyond the classic genres and stories.

What is ‘Wii Sports’ about?

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Back in 2006, the Nintendo Wii launched, using its iconic Wii Remote and motion controls to completely reinvent the way games are played. While the console had a few launch titles, including The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, Wii Sports was packaged with every console of the Wii. This game is technically one of the best-selling of all time, but that is mainly because everyone who bought a Wii got it for free, matching the sales of the console. Still, that only meant it became even more accessible, getting into the hands of everyone.

This multiplayer video game features five different sport-focused modes, including boxing, bowling, golf, tennis, and baseball. Using the Wii Remote and sometimes the Nunchuk, players can intuitively play these sports by using similar actions and pressing buttons — you swing the remote as you would a golf club or a baseball bat, you aim it on the bowling lane, you throw punches during the boxing matches. Whether they want to play against the computer AI with infamous challengers such as Matt, or go toe to toe with friends and family, players have a range of modes and options to play. It may seem like a small game, but it was a genuine sensation; after all, it was given to everyone for free, plus you could spend hundreds of hours replaying the same games over and over again. There was a genuine thrill in playing it, too, especially during the boxing matches. You literally felt as though you were actually doing sports, even though you were in the comfort of your home. Many a jokes played on the fact that “nerds” could finally be good at sports, which got old pretty fast, but it wasn’t exactly incorrect.

Nintendo recently revealed Nintendo Switch Sports, one of the best video games on the Nintendo Switch and a spiritual successor to Wii Sports. While it was met with mixed reviews, it is still a modernized version of a classic game. Back in the Wii era, Nintendo also released Wii Sports Resort, which offers more mini-games, sports, and other modes to play. Many consider it superior to the original, with much more content and fleshed-out games. Still, it is hard to beat Wii Sports considering how iconic it is.

‘Wii Sports’ is The Pinnacle of Multiplayer Gaming

There are many great video games on the Wii, but none are as legendary as Wii Sports. Titles such as Super Mario Galaxy and Super Smash Bros. Brawl are great, but there is a certain feel to this game that is unmatched. The vibe and aesthetic were closely connected to the Wii, creating a bit of synergy between game and console that we seldom see in modern gaming, thus enhancing the brand value and recognizability. As soon as the music starts, players know they are in for a good time, especially since that tune is still ingrained in pop culture and memes to this day.

Outside of just being a fun video game, Wii Sports is among the best multiplayer games. Sure, there are titles like Minecraft or Fortnite, but Wii Sports stands alongside those, or maybe even above, for many reasons. The main appeal of multiplayer games is to share a bonded sense of entertainment and simply enjoy good company, and this game embodies that perfectly. It can get gamers riled up with a competitive spirit or have them rooting for each other against a common enemy. Wii Sports evokes a similar nostalgic feeling of playing sports with friends after school; it has that laid-back vibe while also having the traditional stakes that accompany a typical sporting event; there is a winner and a loser. By combining video games with physical activity, it is not only emotionally, but also physically stimulating, and in the presence of friends and family, it is even more memorable.

Players can also enjoy Wii Sports by themselves, keeping the game’s thrilling aspects while also making it a more personal experience. However, Wii Sports is best known for being played with friends and family, purely because of the sense of competition, camaraderie, and entertainment value. Being able to put as much or as little time into it was a huge bonus, letting the player not feel hostage to the game. As opposed to many multiplayer games now, where gamers play online with each other, Wii Sports thrived on closeness; playing in the same room only added to the immersion. Wii Sports is a 2000s staple; in a way, it was already nostalgic from the get-go, and played with friends and family in the same room, it easily established itself as an iconic video game and multiplayer landmark.

The Legacy of ‘Wii Sports’

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Wii Sports might not be a Game of the Year type video game, but it is still a behemoth of a title because of its legacy, firmly cementing itself into the groundwork of multiplayer games. Wii Sports is over 20 years old, yet it remains relevant because of its popularity, quality, and iconic value, amounting to a staying power that’s nothing to be laughed at. The customizability of Miis made it more personal, tying in that nostalgic feeling and personal connection and making it more memorable, even decades later. The Miis themselves became icons in their own right, due to their distinct appearances and their peculiar way of moving. Today, you can easily find numerous videos of people imitating the Miis’ movements accompanied by the game’s iconic music. Moreover, Wii Sports still has a place in modern gaming, despite its more modern sequels. YouTubers still play this game, and since so many grew up with it, they love to see new content that emerges from every second of gameplay. Each game is something new, even if fans have played for hundreds of hours.

The Wii didn’t invent motion controls, but it made it simple and mainstream, with Wii Sports utilizing them to their fullest capacity. This unprecedented success paved the way for other consoles, such as the Xbox, to follow suit, but never as successfully. The motion controls also made active gaming a thing, making it healthy to play video games and helping market the console and game to a new demographic, widening its reach and creating new gamers. Whether it was families, grandmas, or little children, everyone could play Wii Sports because of its intuitive controls and widespread appeal. Its influence was far-reaching, too. Wii Sports is more than just a game; it also had a real-world impact on retirement communities, which set up bowling leagues where the elderly could play their favorite sports without physical strain. Another example of the game’s real-life implications was in physical therapy, where it helped rehabilitate patients by improving motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and balance. The financial footprint alone helped save Nintendo after the disaster with the GameCube, bringing the company back on top.

Wii Sports is a cultural icon that had millions of gamers competing, and twenty years later, it is still undefeated as an immersive experience that effortlessly captures the thrills of real-life competition. From its distinct and recognizable style to immersive controls and emergent gameplay, it was so easy to fall in love with it. Every time someone picked up the game, something new happened, and every time it was an absolute blast from start to finish. In a time when attention spans are short, and people have small memories, Wii Sports is a rare breed of video game that has stood the test of time through something other than nostalgia.

Mirrorball champs or not, Dancing With the Stars has featured some impeccable professional dancers in the years since the ABC competition series premiered in 2005. Derek Hough, Cheryl Burke and Maksim Chmerkovskiy are among the talent who have lit up the ballroom.

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Both Derek and his sister Julianne Hough, however, are perhaps two of the biggest names to come out of the show. After winning six mirrorball trophies, Derek became a DWTS judge in 2020. He also married DWTS troupe dancer Hayley Erbert in 2023, and two years later, the pair welcomed their first baby — adding to the DWTS cast legacy.

Julianne, meanwhile, was named cohost of the reality show in 2023 after being a pro from season 4 through season 8 and sitting at the judge’s table from seasons 19 through 24 (with the exception of season 22.)

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2025 gave us a queer sports romance that had everyone swooning over a suave Russian hockey player who knew exactly when to drop a flirty comment to leave everyone flustered. Heated Rivalry shot Connor Storrie into stardom and showcased his potential for versatility, as he not only mastered Ilya’s teasing and tough side but also the raw vulnerability that simmered beneath. However, it is his latest guest star role in Criminal Minds: Evolution that cements the actor’s range, as he steps into the BAU without a Russian accent and a dangerous glint in his eyes. Season 4, Episode 4 brings Storrie into the fold as a stalker ex-boyfriend named Lance, who plays an integral part of the season’s larger storyline about the elusive Fan, and his scenes are chillingly and humorously memorable.

Connor Storrie Plays a Deceptively Major Role in ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Season 4

In Episode 4, the Fan is firmly on the BAU’s radar, and he sends a series of photographs to the bureau, leading them down a rabbit hole to Lance, the ex-boyfriend of the woman in the pictures. At first, it seems like Lance is the Fan, as he possesses the same obsessive qualities that lead him to stalk his ex-girlfriend, and he is intelligent enough to maneuver around J.J.’s (A.J. Cook) questions without giving too much away. But upon Lewis’ (Aisha Tyler) test with a leaky pen, they realize that Lance doesn’t have the same level of obsessive compulsion as the Fan, as the real unsub would have lost their head if their writing was anything less than perfect.

In this way, Storrie’s performance becomes an integral aspect of the episode and this major storyline. He teeters on the line of ambiguity, delivering us enough sharpness that the team can organically suspect he may be the unsub, but also has enough emotional volatility bubbling beneath the surface to make us doubt the theory. It is the first time we’ve seen the Fan make a substantial play against the BAU, using Lance as a Trojan horse to access the team’s bag of tricks, thereby making Storrie’s brief role in the series a major turning point. It is the first time we’ve seen the team this rattled in a long time, as the Fan defies being pigeonholed into a copycat profile by taunting Voit (Zach Gilford) and the inclusion of Lance.

Connor Storries Showcases His Range in ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’

It’s also exciting to witness another side to the actor’s range, where there is a borderline homicidal glint in his eyes, and a deadpan face as Lance truly believes he is doing nothing wrong by stalking his ex-girlfriend. However, Storrie’s strongest scene arrives when Lance is facing off against Alvez (Adam Rodriguez), where the agent threatens and manipulates Lance into putting an end to his extracurricular activities. Alvez does so through a mix of his intimidating persona and by using Lance’s abandonment issues against him. Here, Storrie switches from furious and offended to a subdued vulnerability that is haunting to watch. It is almost reminiscent of the latter episodes of Heated Rivalry, where Storrie delivered some raw performances, but in Criminal Minds, it feels more like Lance is a rabid animal that just got broken in by Alvez.

We may have fallen in love with Storrie’s Ilya in the rink, but Criminal Minds delivers us another version of the actor that indicates his stardom will not end there. While playing a pivotal role in the season, Storrie flexes his range through an emotionally volatile performance, but he also demonstrates his capability to switch his emotions in a split second when he shares the screen with Rodriguez. He not only makes an impact on Criminal Minds, but also shows promise for his future career.

Country music star Zac Brown defended his decision to perform at the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House.

“Man, I’m there for the troops, man. I’m there to honor America,” Brown, 47, insisted on the Wednesday, June 10, edition of The Pat McAfee Show. “This is patriotism, not politics for me.”

The “Thank You for Loving Her” singer is slated to perform the national anthem for the first time at a UFC event since September 2001.

The seven-match card will be held in a specially-constructed fight arena on the South Lawn of the White House on June 14 as part of President Donald Trump and his administration’s 250th anniversary celebrations for the U.S.

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Trump, 79, is expected to attend UFC Freedom 250, which will be headlined by a lightweight championship bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje.

UFC Freedom 250 has been tremendously controversial, with Trump’s opponents criticizing the appropriateness of staging an MMA fight at the White House.

For his part, Brown — who is also expected to headline a fan fest during Freedom 250 weekend — insisted that his sole focus is honoring the “8,000 active service members” expected to attend.

“I mean, f*** all the division. I don’t believe in that,” Brown told host Pat McAfee. “I love this country. I love all the people that have sacrificed so that I can live my American dream and that everyone that lives here gets a chance to do that if they work hard and make the right decisions. So it doesn’t have a place in politics for me.”

Brown said that he’s excited for the event on a personal level too as he’s a “massive UFC fan” who has watched “every single UFC [event] probably multiple times.”

“It’s my favorite sport,” he added. “I’m honored that [UFC CEO Dana White] is giving me the chance to do this … Getting to do the anthem for this, with the Marine Band, is going to be sick. We’ve been working up some arrangements with them. It’s an honor, man.”

The musician concluded, “I’m so excited for this weekend. And it’s history, man, getting to be part of American history, man. Having the first sporting event that’s on the lawn of the White House. I mean, it’s an honor.”

Ahead of the event, Trump has hinted that an MMA arena on the South Lawn of the White House could become a permanent fixture.

“Many don’t know that in Paris, France, the Eiffel Tower — 1889 it was built — was supposed to be taken down immediately after the World’s Fair,” Trump said in a TikTok video on June 2. “And then they said, ‘You know, we sort of like it, let’s leave it up a little bit longer.’”

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He then teased, “We’re building something in front of the White House that’s quite attractive to a lot of people. It’s going to have a big UFC fight on June 14, and I’m looking at it, and maybe we’ll never ever take it down.”

The UFC event is one element of the Trump administration’s plans to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday. A series of concerts were due to be held under the “Freedom 250” banner before headliners Martina McBride, Bret Michaels and more all backed out over questions about whether the shows were truly nonpartisan.

Trump later suggested cancelling the concerts outright, instead scheduling a MAGA rally in Washington, D.C on June 24, featuring music from Lee Greenwood and Christopher Macchio.

By Jonathan Klotz
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They don’t make movies like they used to. The complete lack of romantic comedies in movie theaters is proof that the genre has fallen from the heights it reached in the late 90’s and 2000’s. That didn’t stop George Clooney and Julia Roberts, two of the most popular stars in history, from doing their damndest to bring it back by sheer force of will. 2022’s Ticket to Paradise did the impossible by earning over $150 million at the box office, and now it’s available on Netflix for everyone who misses a lost era of cinema. 

An Excuse For Clooney And Roberts To Go On Vacation

Clooney and Roberts play David and Georgia, a divorced couple, forced back into each other’s lives when their daughter Lily (The Last of Us star Kaitlyn Dever) has a whirlwind romance in Bali with Gede (French model Maxime Bouttier), resulting in a sudden destination wedding. David and Georgia both agree that this marriage is a mistake and work to sabotage it while pretending to be supportive of their daughter. If you think you know every single plot beat from that two-sentence description, congratulations, you’ve seen a romantic comedy before, because you’re right. 

Ticket to Paradise throws a few complications at the family, including Georgia’s pilot boyfriend, Paul (Emily in Paris star Lucas Bravo), deciding he should come along for the ride, and Lily’s best friend, Wren (Billy Lourd) is sticking around for the wedding. The plot is a loose excuse to show the gorgeous Bali countryside, even if it’s actually Hamilton Island, Australia, and to give Clooney and Roberts an excuse to work together on-screen again. 

This is the type of film where the reviews don’t matter. Ticket to Paradise isn’t a great film. This is the cinematic equivalent of popping bubble wrap: a brief moment of fun where all the terrors and responsibility of the world melt away, combined with the nostalgia of being young again. You don’t need a review score to tell you how, in 2026, you’ll feel about a George Clooney and Julia Roberts romantic comedy. You already know. 

Ticket To Paradise Is The Best Rom-Com Of The Decade

Ticket to Paradise was never intended to be a box office success, though it was, easily clearing its budget of $60 million. The movie was destined to be a streaming hit. As part of Universal’s new partnership with Netflix, the film has left Peacock behind to find a new audience on a streaming platform people actually use. Since debuting on Netflix, it’s been in the top five, proving that George Clooney and Julia Roberts can still bring in an audience like no one else. 

Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell tried to bring back the rom-com a year later with Anyone But You, and again, it was a hit, bringing in over $220 million in theaters. If established Hollywood megastars and the young, up-and-coming stars of tomorrow can both find success with romantic comedies, why aren’t more coming to theaters? Where’s the constant stream of light-hearted, low-stakes storytelling that defined so much of the 90s and 2000s? 

Instead of kicking off a rom-com revival, Ticket to Paradise is an anomaly. It’s a film with no villain, the lowest stakes imaginable, and coasts entirely on the raw chemistry of its two leads. It’s also one of the best rom-coms of the decade and the perfect watch when you’re with and need something that everyone will love or at least, tolerate.

Ticket to Paradise is now on Netflix.