Kevin Hart is speaking out as Tony Hinchcliffe’s George Floyd joke continues to go viral. During an interview with ‘The Breakfast Club,’ Levin shared his thoughts on the backlash surrounding Hinchcliffe and kept it real about how he feels about the joke.

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Kevin Hart Shares His Thoughts On Tony Hinchcliffe’s Controversial George Floyd Joke

Okay, so BOOM! While chopping it up with The Breakfast Club crew, Kevin Hart made it really clear how he feels about the reactions to Tony Hinchcliffe’s George Floyd joke. He said he understands that the joke didn’t sit well with the Black community or culture, but he wasn’t shocked by it either. “It’s Tony Hinchcliffe. I don’t expect less. I don’t expect more.” 

From there, he went on to say that roasts come with wild jokes, and in his eyes, Tony still had one of the strongest sets of the night. “I hate to say this, but I’m going to because we’re being honest […] people are talking about that joke, talk about his set.” He continued, “Tony arguably had the best set or one of the best sets.” 

Hart also said he wants people to leave him out of the backlash since he didn’t make the joke. Furthermore, he said he thinks it’s really up to people to decide whether they vibe with that kind of content.

“It literally is either you’re a fan of this level of content, or you’re not,” Hart added. “My rebuttal is simplicity […] Remove me from it if I didn’t say it. The job at hand was to produce a successful roast, and that’s what I did. Stop talking as if I said it.”

Kevin Seemingly Doubles Down On Giving Comedians Room To Tell Jokes — Even When It’s Controversial

Shortly after his interview with ‘The Breakfast Club’ hit the internet, Kevin Hart hopped on Instagram to share a few more thoughts on the reactions to his comments and the roast. He dropped a clip from the interview alongside a lengthy caption, telling his followers to stop running with clickbait narratives and pay attention to the truth:

“We are living in crazy times…. Truth no longer matters and it’s pretty damn funny. Nobody does research…. Everyone just assumes and runs with the narrative of click bait. Even when the proof is right in front of your face…. Most will forever choose the lazy road of assumption….”

From there, he doubled down and made it clear that comedians do what they want on their own terms and nobody controls them”

“Even when I clearly say that comics are comics and comics operate on their own…. Nobody controls a comedian …. Comedians do what they want and how they want. It’s that simple… the rules to being a comedian are understood by all comedians.”

Here’s Why The Internet & Celebs Are Side-Eyeing Tony Hinchcliffe

Earlier this month, Tony Hinchcliffe had social media popping off after he brought up George Floyd while roasting Kevin. During his set, he said, “The Black community is so proud of you right now. George Floyd is looking up at us all, laughing so hard that he can’t breathe.” Folks on social media called the joke tasteless, and plenty of celebrities also spoke out, saying he went too far. See the full clip below.

Tony Hinchcliffe made a WILD George Floyd joke while roasting Kevin Hart 💀

“The Black community is so proud of you… right now George Floyd is looking up at us all laughing so hard he can’t breathe.” pic.twitter.com/33T2anzhja

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Good friends are there to help pick you up when life gets hard. Lasting friendships can endure grief, heartbreak, celebrations, and milestones — the changing seasons of life, which The Four Seasons embraces. Initially adapted from Alan Alda‘s film of the same name, the Netflix dramedy series, which stars the likes of Tina Fey, Will Forte, and Colman Domingo. explores a seasoned friend group made up of three married couples.

Although these friends seemed like they could survive Nick (Steve Carell) and Anne’s (Kerri Kenney-Silver) divorce after 25 years of marriage, nothing prepared them for Nick’s death in a car accident on New Year’s Eve, leaving his new, younger girlfriend alone and pregnant. In the wake of that loss, what does life look like for these friends moving forward? The Four Seasons Season 2 tackles this question and (mostly) succeeds.

What Is ‘The Four Seasons’ Season 2 About?

The Four Seasons Season 2 picks up in the spring, following Nick’s shocking death. In the wake of it, the core group of friends, which now includes Ginny (Erika Henningsen), continues their tradition of meeting up throughout the year for vacation, from upstate New York to a charming Italian village. Everyone is trying to figure out what the next chapter of life is going to look like, and each seasonal arc comes with its own personal and relational obstacles between partners and friends.

Just like the first season, The Four Seasons‘ return explores the complexities of life with heart and humor. Picking up with the core group is effortless, even with a sizable loss, and Season 2 honors where they’ve been, what they mean to each other, and where they’re going from here. Domingo once again assumes a spot in the director’s seat — this time, for the season premiere. Fey, too, embraces directing duties alongside her role as co-showrunner. There are still new corners for the series to explore, like what Ginny and Anne mean to each other after losing a man they both loved. Despite an increased familiarity with the characters and story structure, there’s an imbalance in Season 2, and it lacks the same emotional depth that the first season carried.

Steve Carell’s Nick Haunts ‘The Four Seasons’ Narrative, for Better and Worse

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Nick’s death was one of Season 1’s most shocking moments — which, alongside Ginny’s pregnancy, also recontextualized previous scenes and conversations. His loss from the series’ core group is a massive blow to both the characters and the audience. Nick drove Season 1’s plot with his decision to leave his wife after 25 years of marriage, which impacted not just Anne and his daughter Lila (Julia Lester), but also his closest friends. Plus, Carell expertly captured the humor, pathos, and complexity of the type of character that suited him in both this series and later HBO’s Rooster.

Despite Nick’s death, his presence is felt for much of Season 2, with the premiere picking up months later as the group reunites in upstate New York to spread his ashes. What this season does so well is make the audience feel that loss, too, as Nick’s absence brings its own complications. Because he continues to drive the plot from beyond the grave, with his friends and loved ones left to navigate the aftermath, it leads to some beautifully heartfelt storylines. At the same time, something is missing from this show without Carell. The group’s core chemistry is still present, but it feels off without him there. In a way, Nick was the glue, and Season 2 both reflects his absence and suffers for it.

Will Forte’s Performance Stands Out in ‘The Four Seasons’ Return

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With The Four Seasons Season 2 exploring the aftermath of Nick’s death, one of its core themes is grief and how it manifests differently for every member of the friend group. The performance that proves most poignant is Will Forte’s Jack. Season 2 does explore Jack’s friendship with Nick and how his grief evolves, but what makes this storyline work so well is how Jack’s depression is written with subtlety and nuance. He’s not just defined by sadness; there’s anger simmering under his attempted optimism.

For those familiar with the enneagram, Jack is the textbook definition of a Type 9. He is a peacemaker who cares about the harmony of the group, while internally holding on to his own emotions; when he tries to hold that anger internally, he often directs it towards himself and profusely apologizes when it surfaces indirectly. Jack believes he’s a nice guy, but Season 2 reveals that he harbors a lot of anger. He’s even angry at Nick for not being there anymore. Many of the core group’s storylines hit hard in different ways, but Jack’s stands out the most.

While Jack’s depression permeates over the course of this year, Kate’s grief takes a backseat until the end of the season, with her darker thoughts pushed down in her efforts to keep Jack afloat. Although the conflict between Kate and Jack is stronger in Season 1, the second season does give their marriage its own interesting challenges. Should the series be renewed for a third season, there’s a hope that Kate is given more depth to examine her own existential crisis.

Certain Arcs Work Better Than Others in ‘The Four Seasons’ Season 2

Certain episode arcs are stronger than others in The Four Seasons‘ return. If there’s a weak part of the season, it belongs to the summer arc at the Jersey Shore. While there are important plot beats that happen, these two episodes ultimately slow the momentum compared to the spring and fall arcs, which are easily the strongest. Fall trades out college family weekend for a typical chaotic Thanksgiving episode you’d find in sitcoms. While Episode 5 falls into the usual trappings of these holiday episodes, even ending with another strain between Kate and Danny similar to Season 1, Episode 6 saves it with a brilliant reminder of why The Four Seasons works in the first place. The winter finale brings it home, but the ending itself lacks the emotional depth of the previous season.

Overall, The Four Seasons Season 2 is more uneven, yet still holds together thanks to the cast’s chemistry and its exploration of grief, depression, and moving forward. Carell’s absence both helps and hurts the series, especially since he’s gone on to work with Bill Lawrence, a creator and showrunner who arguably tackles these subjects better. While The Four Seasons doesn’t quite reach the emotional heights of a show like Shrinking, there’s still a warmth to the story that makes it easy to breeze through and be moved by along the way, resulting in a vacation I wouldn’t mind going on again next year.

The Four Seasons Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix.

Influencer boxer and streamer DeenTheGreat has been taking over the internet following his linked-up streams with boxer Adrien Broner. From matching fits to funny moments, many people have been tuning into Kick daily to see what the two would get into next. However, it looks like one of Deen’s latest streams may have landed him in some legal trouble

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DeenTheGreat Arrested In Miami-Dade Following Alleged Yacht Incident On Stream 

According to TMZ, Deen, whose real name is Nurideen Shabazz, was booked Wednesday morning and is currently being processed at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center in Miami.

Authorities say the alleged situation started after a woman named Destiny Aleman accused Deen of trying to take her phone after she was kicked off a yacht. The woman told police that Deen allegedly became upset after other men attempted to talk to her, despite him warning her not to entertain anyone else. She claimed that once she got off the yacht, Deen grabbed her arm and attempted to take her phone, leaving a minor scratch.

The alleged incident was also reportedly captured during a livestream. Police also say Ring camera footage from the yacht allegedly showed Deen yelling for someone to grab the woman’s phone while trying to stop her from recording as she attempted to get away. At this time, records show Deen was arrested on a felony attempted strong-arm robbery charge, with his bond still listed as “to be set.

Here’s What DeenTheGreat Was Doing Before His Arrest

Kicking off the week, DeenTheGreat was outside with Adrien Broner as the two linked up with rapper Sexyy Red. The trio appeared to have a good time together, with Sexyy even helping dye their hair red. Then, on Tuesday, Deen and AB later linked up with streamer Deshae Frost and rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine. The group rocked matching fits while enjoying a night out surrounded by women. Another intense moment from the night later went viral across social media after Deen appeared visibly upset upon finding out a girl allegedly lied about her age to be around them.

DeenTheGreat KICKED OUT a girl from his van and dropped her off in the middle of the road after finding out she lied about her age 😳

Deshae Frost got in a HEATED argument with Deen over leaving her outside by herself while she was crying 👀 pic.twitter.com/yBMxQZwmrO

— Slime🐍 (@ItsKingSlime) May 27, 2026

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Folks gathered across social media to react to DeenTheGreat’s arrest. While some people are still trying to figure out exactly what happened, others shared their thoughts on the viral situation 

Instagram user @kingturnupp wrote, “He’ll stop crashing out soon not everything need a reaction”

Instagram user @lilmaris3 added, “They see ya doin some wit yo life and they immediately try to strip you of everything black king hold your ground…..people don’t know how to handle certain shit so don’t let your reaction be your setback”

While Instagram user @thatgirlyannaa_ wrote, “did they break his nose too?😭😭”

Instagram user @yologanprice wrote, “Bro huh??? I damn near watched the whole stream yesterday… WHEN TF THIS HAPPEN??”

Instagram user @hollyhood_prince added, “ She definitely cap 🧢 😂”

While Instagram user @private.pluggg  wrote. “Karma for how he treated that girl on the bus trying to kick her out and calling her all types of names”

Instagram user @kaylawayla_worldpt2 wrote, “I hate the way he acts because he’s actually handsome”

Instagram user @_jailorel added. “Punishment yes but those charges are outrageous

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Roomies, social media users are side-eyeing Jayda Cheaves after she dropped gems and got vulnerable in her latest YouTube vlog. Now, folks online keep bringing up Lil Baby and wondering if her comments are aimed at him.

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Jayda Cheaves’ Vulnerable Vlog Moment Sparks Reactions Online

Folks online keep dropping comments and questions left and right, wondering if Jayda Cheaves subbed Lil Baby in her recent YouTube vlog. A now-viral clip shows Jayda doing her skincare routine while dropping motivational gems about leaving situations and people behind if you aren’t on the same page. “Please listen to me when I say if you are in a situation that has once hurt you before and y’all aren’t both mutually working to make things work leave!” 

From there, she encouraged viewers to walk from anything that doesn’t serve them and stop forcing things just because of history. “Just leave situations that you know don’t serve you. Stop trying to force stuff because of history and comfortability.” 

@waydaposts #jaydawayda #lilbaby #jayda #relationships ♬ original sound – JAYDA CHEAVES

Jayda’s New Video Has Fans Mentioning Lil Baby

Jayda’s comments had social media users popping off online, speculating she was subliminally talking about Lil Baby, but she still hasn’t confirmed who or what she was referring to. Peep some reactions from the Wayda Posts comment section below.

TikTok user @Flolike_them wrote, “I really want them to work out 🥲 one day.” 

TikTok user @💱EDENS ALGORITHM💱 wrote, “people don’t appreciate how transparent and vulnerable she has been with her personal and business life.” 

While TikTok user @MelaninLuuu wrote, “I don’t think she’s always talking about Lil baby though 😂” 

Then TikTok user @Bree-Elizabeth 🎀 wrote, “They never broke up bruh i’m convinced.” 

Another TikTok user @joshuaking wrote, “The fact that she has expectations from Lil Baby is crazy.” 

TikTok user @_tawanahjoy wrote, “I lowkey think she not talking about baby.” 

Then another TikTok user @Shaeyslay_ wrote, “She finally saying what we been telling her.” 

While another TikTok user @2DaMoneyMarket wrote, “Lil baby need to keep this One.” 

TikTok user @Mike White wrote, “Very Powerful Message….. ALL FACTS 💯” 

Finally, TikTok user @ipostlives wrote, “She not wrong at all.” 

Wayda Previously Sparked Reactions After Showing Off Her New Hairstyle

Jayda keeps going viral, whether it’s her relationship tea or a new look. Most recently, she had fans reacting to her new hairstyle. In a viral TikTok clip, the entrepreneur flexed her new look, rocking four-stitch braids with sleek straight hair flowing in the back. The hairstyle immediately sparked a debate with some folks questioning whether she’s really Mrs. Trendsetter or if the look has been popping and rocked before. Peep the clip of Jayda below.

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After Star Trek: The Original Series aired its last episode on June 3, 1969, with “Turnabout Intruder,” creator Gene Roddenberry turned his attention to other projects like The Questor Tapes, a TV movie released 8 years later that was meant to be the pilot for a new series. Of course, he wouldn’t find that level of Star Trek success again in his lifetime until Star Trek: The Next Generation. But after his lifetime? Roddenberry still wouldn’t find that level of success outside the Star Trek franchise, but he did enjoy moderate success with two projects he left behind: Earth: Final Conflict and Andromeda (aka Gene Roddenberry’s Andromeda), and the latter, finally, is available on streaming, 20 years after it aired its final episode.

‘Andromeda’s Systems Commonwealth Mirrors ‘Star Trek’s Federation

Roddenberry’s widow, Majel Barrett, came across the two series in Roddenberry’s archives, and gave the green light for both to be developed into series. Earth: Final Conflict hit airwaves first in 1997, and its success paved the way for Andromeda‘s release three years later, in 2000. Kevin Sorbo, best known as the titular hero of Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, was brought on as the lead character, Captain Dylan Hunt of an intergalactic government known as the Systems Commonwealth. If the idea of a collective governing body whose membership consists of representatives across the known universe sounds familiar, it should. It mirrors Star Trek‘s Federation, and is a concept Roddenberry would visit time and again throughout his proposed projects.

In Andromeda‘s case, the Systems Commonwealth is a constitutional monarchy established thousands of years in the future. The Commonwealth, with its capital in Tarn-Vedra, consists of representatives from three galaxies: our own Milky Way, Triangulum, and Andromeda. The backstory, as we learn in the pilot episode “Under the Night,” is that the Commonwealth was at war with a parasitic species, humanoid in appearance, known as the Magog.

To prevent the Magog from spreading into the galaxy under its umbrella, the Commonwealth begrudgingly relents during peace talks, and allowed the Magog access to a key planet. That planet just so happened to belong to the Nietzscheans (and yes, that’s purposeful — they religiously follow the works of one Friedrich Nietzsche), who are none too pleased and secretly attempt to sabotage the Commonwealth and seize control in retaliation.

Dylan Hunt Wakes Up in the Long Night in ‘Andromeda’

With the series now in context, “Under the Night” sees Dylan in command of the starship Andromeda Ascendant, which harbors a powerful artificial intelligence he calls “Andromeda” that controls the computer systems aboard. It isn’t long before the ship is left severely damaged after a surprise attack from the Nietzscheans. Dylan orders his crew to evacuate, choosing to go down with his ship as any good captain would, only he’s attacked by his first officer, a Nietzschean known as Gaheris Rhade (Steve Bacic), who tries to kill him. Dylan thwarts the attempt on his life and kills Gaheris, just as the Andromeda Ascendant becomes stranded on the edge of the event horizon of a black hole.

They become frozen in time until 303 years later when the Andromeda Ascendant is pulled from the event horizon by the crew of a salvage ship, the Eureka Maru (Roddenberry isn’t terribly imaginative when it comes to names, with this echoing the Kobayashi Maru, while the name “Dylan Hunt” was used not once but twice before by Roddenberry, in Genesis II and Planet Earth). The crew consists of pilot and con-artist Beka Valentine (Lisa Ryder); engineer Seamus Zelazny Harper (Gordon Michael Woolvett); Dr. Trance Gemini (Laura Bertram); and Rev Bern (Brent Stait), science officer, among others.

They rescue Dylan and the ship’s AI android avatar Andromeda (Lexa Doig) and bring him up to speed on what’s happened over the last 300+ years, primarily that the Systems Commonwealth is no more, and they now live in the era known as “The Long Night,” a period marked by lawlessness, conflict, and great instability. Aghast, Dylan calls on the crew to join him and bring justice back to the galaxies, looking to “rekindle the light of civilization.”

The first season garnered less-than-spectacular reviews, with a review from SciFiNow summing up the consensus as “It’s a cliché but decent enough… but the problem is that Andromeda falls into Star Trek: Voyager territory by playing it safe and not doing enough to develop its characters.” Andromeda would stay in production for five full seasons before airing its last episode, “The Heart of the Journey (Part Two),” on May 13, 2005, the victim of a change in viewer interest away from its syndicated kin to more serious fare (per Collider). Nevertheless, Andromeda is worth checking out, a chance to see the last of Roddenberry’s original creative output at work, now made easier than ever thanks to streaming.

Andromeda is now streaming for free in the U.S. on Tubi.

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Ashley Miller, Zack Stentz, Larry Barber, Paul Barber, Robert Engels, Ethlie Ann Vare, Naomi Janzen, Emily Skopov, Gordon Michael Woolvett, John Whelpley, Gillian Horvath, Scott Frost, Alfredo Septién, Lawrence Meyers, Steven Barnes, Turi Meyer

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Birthday girl Royalty Brown has the internet in a frenzy after clips from her big day started circulating, with Chris Brown and Nia Guzman setting the tone for a celebration that had everybody doing a double take. From the over-the-top décor to the nonstop picture-perfect moments, social media couldn’t stop talking about the full-on main-character energy she brought all weekend long.

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Royalty Brown’s 12th Birthday Was A Movie

In a cute video shared to Nia Guzman’s Instagram account, Royalty Brown’s 12th birthday was clearly UP! The party, which appeared to have been thrown at a mansion was decked out fit for a princess. The Coachella, or “Rochella”-themed celebration featured disco balls, sunset and paradise-inspired visuals, popcorn stations, face painting, birthday balloons, and even Jellycat-themed areas. Royalty’s multi-tier cake included a ferris wheel along with animals and cactus decorations sitting on top. Her mom, siblings, and a bunch of friends also appear throughout the clips showing love and celebrating alongside her.

Lil’ RoRo Stays In Her Main Character Era

Royalty herself was serving looks too, rocking a navy ‘EDIKTED’ top while enjoying the festivities with her friends, who were seen taking shots from mini Solo cups — apple juice, of course! The celebration also included a bounce house, pool party vibes, giant splash buckets, what appeared to be a show-and-tell station, and loved ones singing “Happy Birthday” to lil’ RoRo. And while she’s only 12, one thing is clear — Royalty is literally THAT girl.

The Comments Went UP Over Royalty Brown’s Party

Folks quickly flooded The Shade Room’s Instagram comment section with reactions after clips from Royalty’s birthday party started making rounds online. Plenty of users filled the comments with sweet birthday wishes for lil’ RoRo, while others couldn’t stop laughing at the kids taking “shots” from mini Solo cups filled with apple juice. Meanwhile, many people said they were happy watching a little girl enjoy herself and have fun surrounded by family and friends.

One Instagram user @goldiies_world said, “Wooooo!! Happy birthday my little munchkin!!!!!! I hope you have the time of your life!!! Love you!! ❤️❤️”

This Instagram user @iamjessmarquez commented, “Can’t believe how big she is omg!!! 😫🥹 happy bday roro!!!!“

And, Instagram user @cbreezyyboo said, “Happy birthday roro!!! 🥳💕🥰 the coolest kid ever ❤️”

Meanwhile, Instagram user @shehasheart joked, “😂😂😂 them drinking shots of Gatorade and apple juice is so tween coded 😂😂😂”

While Instagram user @chechebabe99 added, “🎂🎂🎉🎉😂😂 Its The shots For Me OMG So cutee“

Finally, Instagram user @misssassy815 wrote, “So age appropriate 😍🎊🎂🥳🎉”

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Book-to-series adaptations continue to be the rage in the modern streaming era, especially in the romance department. Over the past couple of years, everything from Tell Me Lies to The Summer I Turned Pretty has earned the small screen treatment, but there’s one show that’s currently heating up the streaming charts. Based on Elle Kennedy’s book series, the new Prime Video series Off Campus is an instant streaming sensation.

Now, after one triumphant season, the series is already gearing up for production on Season 2, borrowing the adaptation blueprint that Bridgerton established while building on the viral sensation that made Heated Rivalry an instant hit. Kennedy’s series, like the aforementioned shows, has even more romances that future seasons can follow. An addictive binge-watch in its own right, Off Campus is rightly wielding its predecessors’ successes to its advantage.

What Is ‘Off Campus’ About?

Come for the hockey, stay for the romance. That game-winning formula for Heated Rivalry is working just as well for Off Campus, which, unlike Tell Me Lies, highlights the non-toxic aspects of college relationships. Season 1 follows the fake-dating pact between music major Hannah Wells (Ella Bright) and legacy hockey player Garrett Graham (Belmont Cameli), but as any romance fan will tell you, what begins as something fake gradually becomes genuine.

When the relationship between “Wellsy” and Garrett becomes something more serious, it emphasizes strong communication, enthusiastic consent, and mutual respect. Any drama they face is rarely between them, but rather stems from external circumstances. When they do have a momentary fallout, no emotional games are being played. While certain individuals do have red flag moments on Off Campus, they’re used as moments of growth. Rather than the show villainizing Hannah’s best friend, Allie Hayes (Mika Abdalla), for her post-breakup decisions, we watch her struggle with the fallout, inwardly debating whether to make a fresh start with Garrett’s teammate, Dean Di Laurentis (Stephen Kalyn). Emotional validation is just as sexy as hot and steamy hookups!

Like ‘Heated Rivalry,’ ‘Off Campus’ Love Story Is Organically Heating Up

With Off Campus finding its viral moment, more details about the show’s future are emerging. As the internet picks its new boyfriends, showrunner Louisa Levy essentially told the New York Times that there will be more hockey and more sex moving forward. It worked for Heated Rivalry, and with that expectation, it’s logical to want to head in that direction.

“There is something really appealing about taming the bad boy,” Levy said — but does Off Campus truly have a genuine “bad boy” among its fan-favorite characters? What makes Off Campus exciting to watch is that the men in the story are relationship goals who are genuinely interested in developing something organically. Next to Tell Me Lies‘ Stephen DeMarco (Jackson White), the members of the Briar U hockey team are green flags galore — yes, even Dean, who, despite his insistence that he wants to stay a ladies’ man, seems to be developing feelings for the last person he ever expected to have them for.

Like ‘Bridgerton,’ ‘Off Campus’ Has a Deep Roster of Beloved Characters

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Given Off Campus‘ sprawling ensemble cast and the fact that Season 1 sweetly wraps up Hannah and Garrett’s love story, seeds have already been planted for the future, including the blossoming of Allie and Dean’s potential relationship. While it seems like the Prime Video series is borrowing the Bridgerton formula and focusing on a new central couple for Season 2 — John Logan, played by Antonio Cipriano, and Grace Ivers, soon to be portrayed by India Fowler — Off Campus is also putting its own spin on adapting Kennedy’s books. Focusing on a new couple every season gives the series legs, but Season 1 also sprinkles in early story breadcrumbs to make the switch to a different romance less jarring. Like Bridgerton, previously prominent couples will be present, even if they’re not dominating the spotlight.

Off Campus certainly has shades of Bridgerton and Heated Rivalry, given that they’re all based on beloved romance series, but what they all share is their bingeable nature. With a big cast that lends itself to a different love story every season, as well as an even more prominent focus on the sport of hockey, Off Campus is so addictive that you can finish it in a day. Diehard fans are already rewatching it in anticipation of the next season, which is scheduled to begin production soon. With so much potential in Kennedy’s original books to pull from, Off Campus is already well on its way to becoming streaming’s next big romance success story.

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Amanda Kloots’ unbreakable bond with her 6-year-old son, Elvis, isn’t complete without a little bit of faith.

“We just started reading a little children’s Bible every night,” Kloots, 44, exclusively shared with Us Weekly while celebrating the grand opening of Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks & Caicos on May 16. “We get into bed, and we read a chapter of his Bible together.”

Before a new week begins, the former cohost of The Talk also celebrates “family day” each and every Sunday.

“It always has been since he was a baby and didn’t know what family day was, but we finally found a church in L.A. that I love,” Kloots shared. “We go to church every Sunday, and then go out to the beach, and we always say our prayers.”

Perhaps the greatest habit Kloots hopes to pass on to her son is the importance of gratitude.

While the best-selling author continues to navigate life after the death of her husband, Nick Cordero, in July 2020 following a lengthy battle with COVID-19, Kloots tries her best to look on the bright side of things.

“I just try to encourage [my son to] always count his blessings, because we’re so grateful,” she shared. “I mean, we’re living such a beautiful life, and we have to appreciate that.”

Back in February 2022, Kloots revealed she went to church for the first time in two years. After listening to Churchome Pastor Judah Smith speak live, the TV host was reminded of her faith.

“I didn’t know how much I missed and needed it,” she wrote via Instagram at the time. “Tonight was so beautiful, so inspiring and life thrilling for me. … All I can say is that tonight filled my heart and soul with so much happiness that I was pretending not to need.”

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The countdown to Easter Sunday is on, and many in Hollywood are celebrating their faith out loud. Whether through social media and podcasts or TV shows and films, several celebrities aren’t afraid to share a glimpse into their spiritual journey with fans. For some religious leaders, it’s a decision that should be met with love […]

Kloots experienced new joyful memories when she traveled to Turks & Caicos for a special mother-son trip this month.

While experiencing the grand opening of Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks & Caicos, the duo enjoyed everything from snorkeling and swimming to dance parties and game nights.

“Elvis snorkeled for the first time, and he kept giving me hugs. He was like, ‘Mom, I did it! I snorkeled! I went into the ocean!’ Kloots recalled to Us. “I mean, the ocean in L.A. is not like this, so he was so proud of himself. It was a core memory being made, and it was so special.”

Chicago Fire‘s Season 14 finale ended with a bang. Literally. An explosion caught almost the entirety of Firehouse 51 off-guard: some were engulfed in its fury while trying frantically to scurry back down the ladder, and others were trapped inside the basement of the building, their desperate cries of “Mayday” coming across the radio. It’s events like these that rarely end well for at least one character. The Season 7 finale, in similar circumstances, prompted the death of firefighter Brian “Otis” Zvonecek (Yuri Sardarov) in the line of duty at the start of Season 8.

But if so, who? The only sure bets to survive are Violet (Hanako Greensmith), Novak (Jocelyn Hudon), and Chief Pascal (Dermot Mulroney), who could only look on in horror from the sidelines. Both Taylor Kinney and Miranda Rae Mayo have signed on for Season 15, so it seems unlikely that “Stellaride” is done. That leaves every other member of Firehouse 51 as a potential victim, but all the signs point to one character: David Eigenberg’s Christopher Herrmann. And it shouldn’t be.

‘Chicago Fire’s Season 14 Finale “Thank You” Drops Hints About Herrmann’s Fate

The finale, titled “Thank You,” begins in the moments just prior to the explosion before flashing back to the days leading up to it. For Herrmann, it means that the family’s home is about to be reconstructed on the original site after having burned down earlier in the season. In a sense, the Herrmann’s are on the precipice of a new beginning, and to that end, Christopher proposes a renewal of vows with Cindy (Robyn Coffin), his long-time wife. They plan on having the vow renewal at Molly’s with the theme of gratitude, with Cindy, Novak and Violet working out the details. It’s a beautiful moment, but one that later has Herrmann pondering retirement, recognizing the strain that is placed upon Cindy and their kids every time he goes out on a call.

And there it is, a big old moment that might as well be decked out in neon and singing, “I’m an obvious hint! Look at me!” It is, for all intents and purposes, a retirony, the trope that seals the fate of a character in a dangerous job who’s only a few days away from retirement, i.e. Colonel Henry Blake dying on his flight home in M*A*S*H. Furthermore, as the inferno rages, the camera cuts to the unsuspecting wives of three possible victims: Mouch’s (Christian Stolte) wife Trudy (Amy Morton); Cruz’s (Joe Minoso) wife Chloe (Kristen Gutoskie); and Cindy.

The Cruz’s just found out they’re having twins, so that should rule Cruz out, being far too tragic and hard to justify. That leaves Mouch and Herrmann, but with the heavy focus on Herrmann this episode, it leaves him the odds-on-favorite. Finally, “Thank You,” the episode name, could be as simple as acknowledging the “gratitude wall” set up at Molly’s, but could also be interpreted as a “thank you” to Herrmann for his presence in all 14 seasons to date. Cue the Reaper.

Herrmann’s Death Opens Some Interesting Storyline Possibilities for ‘Chicago Fire’, But Doesn’t Mean It Should Happen

If Chicago Fire‘s “Thank You” does spell the end of Herrmann, it opens up some very intriguing storyline possibilities. For Mouch, Herrmann’s death would be particularly devastating, having been long-time partners and friends, and likely would push him to get his book “Brothers-in-Arms” published sooner than later. For Severide, Herrmann’s death could push him down one of two paths. If the fire was started by an arsonist, that may very well push him toward the position with the OFI. Likewise, seeing Herrmann’s family struggle with his death would add a poignancy to Isaiah’s (Hero Hunter) musings about how the OFI would be safer and ensure he comes home every night. Or, if it was “just” a tragic event, Severide could decide to become the chief of 51, unable to stand by and watch his firehouse family fall apart.

The latter, however, has a very 9-1-1 Bobby Nash death feel to it, and it would definitely draw parallels between the two if Herrmann died. Both characters are very much the beating heart of their respective series, and if Nash’s death offers any lessons, it’s this: be prepared. Nash’s death caused ratings for 9-1-1 to plummet, and Herrmann is at least as beloved, arguably even more, as Nash. From that point of view alone, killing off Herrmann is a bad idea, so if they’re going to do it, there’s going to be unavoidable blowback. And so there should be. Herrmann is an engaging, wholly delightful character, and from a purely selfish place, yours truly would hate seeing him written off. There’s absolutely no problem if “Thank You” is chalked up to a really, really close call, one that everybody walks away from safely. Anything else? “Thank You,” but no thanks.

Robert Pattinson is stepping into the role of journalist and TV presenter Chris Hansen for the upcoming A24 film, “Primetime.” Hansen is most known for hosting the controversial reality series “To Catch a Predator,” which ran from 2004 to 2007.

The teaser trailer for the movie recently dropped, showing Pattinson in yet another new role that highlights his versatility as an actor.

The teaser trailer for A24’s upcoming crime drama film, “Primetime,” dropped on May 27, offering a first look at Robert Pattinson portraying TV host and journalist Chris Hansen.

Hansen hosted “To Catch a Predator,” a true crime series that was part of “Dateline NBC” from 2004 to 2007. The controversial show featured Hansen exposing adults accused of attempting to meet minors for sexual interactions through online decoys posing as underage teens. Upon arriving at a staged location, the suspects would be confronted by Hansen before being taken into custody by law enforcement.

The film’s storyline isn’t revealed in the teaser, but what viewers noticed was Pattinson’s narration, channeling Hansen to mimic the host’s voice and cadence of speech. “I’m Chris Hansen with ‘Dateline NBC, and you’re able to be a part of television history,” Pattinson says.

Viewers Praised Robert Pattinson’s Range

Apart from starring in the film, Pattinson also served as a producer on “Primetime.” It was directed by Lance Oppenheim and also features Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Matthew Maher, Bokeem Woodbine, Anna Faris, and Phoebe Bridgers.

Pattinson is highly regarded for taking on a wide variety of roles, and his portrayal of Hansen has people talking. The comments section for the movie’s trailer is flooded with comments about the actor, with many saying that they are looking forward to seeing the film, despite the role being an unexpected choice.

“Pattinson’s range will be studied for decades to come, genuinely insane how talented this guy is,” one wrote. Another added, “Pattinson is on a generational run, bro. His range is honestly amazing, and he’s slowly becoming one of the GOAT of this generation.”

The Controversy Over ‘To Catch A Predator’

Despite its short run, “To Catch a Predator” was a commercial and cultural success. However, the show was also marred by controversies. Many claimed the show sensationalized justice and blurred the lines between journalism and vigilantism. There were also allegations that the show used aggressive entrapment tactics to lure suspects.

The show was canceled in 2007, following a tragic end to a sting operation. In 2006, Texas Assistant District Attorney Bill Conradt was the subject of a sting operation for allegedly soliciting sex with a minor. Authorities worked with Perverted-Justice and “To Catch a Predator” on the case.

The show’s camera crew and a SWAT team surrounded Conradt’s home to serve an arrest warrant. Before they could do so, however, they heard a gunshot. Conradt was rushed to the hospital but later died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Chris Hansen On The Show’s Cancellation

Following Conradt’s death, his sister filed a wrongful death lawsuit against NBC, alleging “To Catch a Predator” prioritized ratings over safety and pushed law enforcement to arrest Conradt at his home. Conradt’s family sued for $109 million.

In 2008, the lawsuit was settled out of court, with an attorney for the Conradt family saying, “the matter has been amicably resolved to the satisfaction of both parties.” The settlement amount was not revealed.

“To Catch a Predator” was canceled in 2007, with both the network and Hansen saying the show had “run its course.” In an interview with TIME in 2015, Hansen said, “At the end of the day, we had proved our point.”

Robert Pattinson’s Role Sparks Awards Predictions

Pattinson’s portrayal of Hansen already has industry predictors, critics, and fans buzzing. “I feel like this might be his best shot at an Oscar in his career so far,” one fan noted, which was echoed by many others.

The 40-year-old actor has a massive slate of films for 2026. In April, he starred opposite Zendaya in “The Drama,” which will be followed by Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” scheduled for release in July. Pattinson is also set to appear in the third installment of the “Dune” franchise, premiering in December. The actor will also reprise his role as Bruce Wayne in the “Batman” sequel, though it won’t come out until next year.

“Primetime” is scheduled to hit theaters sometime in September 2026.