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Matthew Lillard Just Called Out Marvel’s Biggest Actor
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The original Scream used a simple phone call to deliver what would become one of the creepiest lines in horror history: “What’s your favorite scary movie?” In the universe of the film, it’s a great way to introduce us to the psychology of masked killers whose minds were completely warped by their obsession with horror movies. In the real world, it’s a great question to ask fellow horror fiends because it reveals plenty about their personality. Do they prefer slashers, psychological thrillers? Ghost stories or possessed dolls? Once you know what makes them scream, you know what makes them tick.
For fans of that first Scream movie, there’s no use asking who their favorite horror icon is. While Skeet Ulrich had his bloody, broody charm, most prefer Matthew Lillard, whose over-the-top performance instantly cemented his reputation as a legend of scary cinema. Later, he became an accomplished voice actor, bringing characters like Shaggy from Scooby-Doo to brilliant life. Recently, Lillard appeared at a fan convention and went off on Hollywood hiring generic celebrities for big animated films rather than voice actors. While he didn’t name any names, most interpreted these words as a swipe at Marvel veteran Chris Pratt, whose voice acting is the worst part of the Super Mario Bros. movies.
Living The Scream
Recently, Matthew Lillard was a guest at FAN EXPO Denver, and he appeared on a panel in which fans could ask him questions. One fan asked the Scream actor why it is so much easier for traditional actors to become voice actors rather than voice actors becoming traditional actors. It’s a provocative question, and one that Lillard is uniquely suited to answer. After all, he is a man who effectively straddles two worlds. He was a traditional actor who became a voice actor and, like many before him (including Mark Hamill and JK Simmons), has continued to perform in both spaces.
Lillard surprised the audience with his answer: “I think Hollywood has made a huge mistake by hiring actors that are not able to carry a part with [their] voice,” he said. “As an actor, you have full function, your face, your body, you have all these things that you can play on when you’re on the screen, but a voice actor has only their voice to work.” Summing up his thoughts on the matter, Lillard said, “The ability to carry a film, as the lead of a film with only a voice, is a power very few people have. And the idea that they keep hiring crappy celebrities to carry huge films is killing us.”
The Face Of The Problem
Understandably, that last part has fueled some serious discussion among animation fans online. Just who are the “crappy celebrities” who are being hired “to carry huge films” rather than traditional actors? The most obvious answer would be Chris Pratt, the former Parks and Recreation actor who became a cinematic superstar thanks to the Guardians of the Galaxy films. The success of his Marvel movies soon made Pratt Hollywood’s go-to choice to play generic action heroes. Later, he was inexplicably chosen to voice Mario in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, something many Nintendo fans thought was a slap in the face to longtime actor Charles Martinet.
Martinet is a veteran voice actor who served as the voice of Mario for over 30 years. Instead of giving the role of Mario to the guy who spent decades voicing him, though, Illumination and Nintendo gave it to Chris Pratt so they could have a more famous name attached to the part. It was, frankly, a disastrous decision. Pratt seemingly put no effort into actually voice acting, and he just sounds like a slightly more chipper version of Star-Lord. The same can be said of Seth Rogen, who played Donkey Kong; he made no effort to do an actual voice, so this intimidating ape sounds just like a bored stoner.
Not Another Shaggy Dog Story
Honestly, this was the perfect year for Matthew Lillard to speak out against Hollywood hiring recognizable actors who are terrible at voice acting for their big-budget animated features. 2026 has already seen the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Hoppers, and Animal Farm, all of which are filled with generic celebrity names. The same thing will happen later this year with Toy Story 5, The Cat in the Hat, and even The Angry Birds Movie 3. Obviously, some actors are better than others (Tom Hanks and Tim Allen are perfect in Toy Story), but Lillard’s point remains: whenever there’s a blockbuster cartoon, professional voice actors never get the big parts.
It’s worth noting that Lillard isn’t saying this from a place of professional bitterness. With his reappearance in the latest Scream, a strong role in Daredevil: Born Again, and an upcoming part in Superman: The Man of Tomorrow, his career is hotter than ever. Additionally, he’ll be voicing Shaggy again next year in Yokoso Scooby-Doo! He’s established himself as an acting legend in two different worlds, and he worked his butt off to do so. Lillard is understandably angry at Hollywood dismissing experienced voice actors in favor of bland marketing and blatant cronyism. Here’s hoping his speaking out resonates as much with studio execs as it did with fans.
Until something changes, though, we’ll all have an honest answer to a very Scream-like question. “What’s your favorite cartoon movie?” The answer: nothing with Chris Pratt in it, that’s for damned sure!
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Lindsay Hubbard is once again “activated” after former pal West Wilson admitted he hoped fans avoid watching an upcoming bonus episode of Summer House.
After West, 31, revealed during a Friday, June 12, podcast appearance that he hoped a potential Game 6 of the NBA finals would clash with the “Aftermath” episode of his reality TV show, Lindsay, 39, took to Threads to slam her costar.
“West Wilson: you are trash. Trying to get people to not watch our show that I brought you on, you should move immediately,” she wrote on Sunday, June 14, via the social media platform. Lindsay expanded in a later post, “Brother, you get paid for that episode. Just be thankful you still have a paycheck from our show.”
West, who is in the entire cast’s bad books after failing to disclose his romance with fellow costar Amanda Batula, said during his “Show me Something” podcast that he had hoped the New York Knicks would lose Game 5 of the NBA finals to ensure that a potential follow-up game would draw extra viewers. “This could be the best f***ing thing ever,” West told his cohost Sophie Cunningham on the end of Bravo’s Summer House season 10 reunion series. “I thought [by] Tuesday … I thought I was going to get to catch my breath and we were all moving on, and they were like, ‘Bonus episode next week.’ I was like, ‘Motherf***ing f***.” (The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 to secure their first NBA championship in 53 years.)
“If the Spurs win Saturday and they go back to MSG and they play game 6, it will be Tuesday night [at] the same time they air this f***ing, goddamn bonus episode,” West continued on the podcast. “Give me f***ing Knicks in 6 at the same time as this s*** on TV. I will be the happiest person in the motherf***ing world.”
West then concluded, “I swear to God, give me the Spurs Saturday and the Knicks on f***ing Tuesday night, and we will pop champagne on this f***ing podcast Wednesday.”
Lindsay Hubbard Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for DSW
Bravo’s three-part reunion wrapped on Tuesday, June 9, before the network greenlit a special bonus episode titled “The Aftermath,” which is set to air on Tuesday, June 16. The episode will turn cameras back on to capture the reunion fallout amid the cast’s ongoing drama.
Lindsay commented on “The Aftermath” in her Thread post, admitting that while she hadn’t seen the episode, she’s positive about its airing. “I feel it in my bones, it is GOOD GOOD,” she wrote. “Even though we know some people didn’t listen, [it’s] still good!”
West Wilson Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for SiriusXM
The Summer House reunion focused on West’s relationship with Amanda, 34, who both announced in a joint Instagram post on March 31 that they’d acted on romantic feelings toward one another. The news shocked fans, and their Summer House costars, as West had been involved in an on-and-off relationship with Ciara Miller, and Amanda had announced her separation from husband Kyle Cooke about two months prior.
Although Amanda and West attempted to quell accusations of relationship overlap during the show’s reunion, the couple sat down with Kyle, 43, and Lindsay, respectively, on “The Aftermath” to discuss further details of their relationship.
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Be honest: are you someone who hates frou-frou art films? Does the term “independent movie” make you frown because all you can think about are characters having boring conversations about their equally boring lives? Most of all, do you think the filmmakers behind these movies are pretentious young idiots who are way too full of themselves? In that case, I’ve got the perfect indie film for you: I Blame Society (2020). This is a movie where a young filmmaker is struggling to get her first real film off the ground before she finds her new focus…murder. Specifically, making a movie about what it would take to become a great serial killer.
This is prompted by a “compliment” she once received that she’d make a great killer (director Gillian Wallace Horvat once received the same compliment). She takes the subject a little too seriously, though, because in her mind, pulling off a perfect murder and making a perfect film require very similar skills. Thus, she engages in an increasingly unhinged, darkly funny descent into madness. Of course, the film explores the intersection between madness and genius as it skewers everything about modern moviemaking. Now that scary films Obsession and Backrooms are tearing it up at the box office, this is the perfect time to watch I Blame Society, the ultimate satire of modern horror moviemaking.
Sex, Drugs, And Doc’n’Roll
The basic premise of I Blame Society is that a character (played by writer/director Gillian Wallace Horvat) is trying to make a movie about how to become the perfect serial killer. What we are watching is the documentary she has created, making the whole thing feel caught somewhere between found footage horror and creative confessional. The character chronicles her increasingly transgressive crimes, like shoplifting and stalking. Eventually, she kills someone more or less accidentally. Instead of repenting and turning herself in, however, she leans in, perfecting the art of moviemaking by perfecting the art of murder, one victim at a time.
On paper, I Blame Society has many of the hallmarks of traditional indie movies: a crazy premise, an ongoing gimmick, and a young auteur at the center, holding it altogether. If you’re not a fan of indie films, though, why should you give this one a shot? The first reason is that its unconventional premise makes for a fairly compelling horror movie. Your mileage may vary, but I always find it scarier when a cinematic killer is completely nonchalant about the lives they are destroying, like Joe Keery in Spree. Horvat is the same in I Blame Society, and her performance alternates between amusingly deranged and utterly chilling.
Lights, Camera, Slashing
Additionally, I Blame Society is interesting because it relentlessly skewers many of the stupider things about Hollywood. For example, our protagonist has a meeting with two male producers who try to pass themselves off as woke but are soon revealed to be idiotic hypocrites. This scene, like many others, works because it tackles a hot-button issue in a way that different groups will find engaging. For example, progressive audiences will like this scene because it portrays the difficulties female filmmakers must navigate in a male-dominated industry. Conservative audiences, meanwhile, will enjoy this scene for how it portrays wokeness as a cynical marketing technique rather than a sincerely held belief.
If you like psychological thrillers, it’s also bizarrely compelling to watch our main character’s descent into madness and murder. Because we are watching the documentary, she is in charge of the narrative, and the movie trusts the audience to decide for themselves how increasingly deranged the protagonist is getting. This transforms her into the unreliable narrator of her own story; again, your mileage may vary, but I loved this because it challenged me to separate objective truth from her subjective self-perception. Plus, it’s wonderfully meta: I Blame Society is Gillian Wallace Horvat’s feature film debut, and she created a story about how getting away with murder is easier than getting a movie deal.
First Degree Auteur
It helps that Horvat gives such a great performance in the film. It’s convincing because it’s based partially on lived experiences: not only does she know all about the difficulties of getting a movie off the ground, but she actually received the “you’d make a great killer” comment in real life. She made a movie about how difficult it is to make a movie, featuring herself as a deranged person who thinks she’s actually a creative genius. Along the way, she dragged Hollywood with some of the most hilariously satirical caricatures this side of Dante’s Inferno.
I Blame Society isn’t a perfect film: it relies perhaps too much on its premise, and it will grate on anyone who hates found footage horror or the caricatures she populates the movie with. However, those caricatures help her create the freshest cinematic satire in years, all while Horvat gives a powerhouse performance both in front of the camera and behind it. Plus, you get to watch her stalk and slaughter her way through Los Angeles in what had to be a bleakly cathartic release for the filmmaker. If you’re looking for your own catharsis, it’s just a click away: I Blame Society is currently streaming for free on Tubi.
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Singer-songwriter Oliver Tree tragically passed away in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro along with five others. Just over a month before his death, the artist offered a candid look at how he wanted his affairs to be handled after his passing.
Tree was in the middle of “The World’s First World Tour” supporting his fourth studio album when the tragedy occurred. Tributes from the entertainment community continue to pour in as more details about the accident are revealed.
On June 14, several news outlets reported that two helicopters crashed in Rio de Janeiro, resulting in the death of six people. According to CNN Brasil, one helicopter was traveling with only the pilot, Charles Marsillac, while the other had five people: pilot Alexandre Souza and four passengers, including 32-year-old Oliver Tree, Lucas Vignale, Gaspar Prim, and Lucas Brito Chaves.
Reports indicate that the two helicopters collided mid-air before crashing in an electric vehicle yard, setting several vehicles ablaze. An investigation is currently ongoing to determine the cause of the accident.
Tree was in Brazil for “The World’s First World Tour” and last performed in São Paulo on June 6.
The Artist Talked About His Will In April
In late April, just over a month before his untimely death, Tree was on the “Zach Sang Show” to talk about his career and travels. Toward the end of the episode, Tree shared what he wanted his legacy to be after he passes.
Dressed in a Shrek costume with green makeup, the eccentric artist said of his music, “I don’t believe that any of the wealth or the things that get made from it is mine.” He continued to say that when he passes, “no one’s going to get a penny” among his family members, and that’s the way he set up his will. Tree said that if he ever had children, he would put them through college, “but they’re not going to be a silver spoon.”
“The idea is when I die, all the money’s going to go back to artists. So, I’ve set up a foundation. It’s called Doctor Oliver Tree’s Art Grants for Baby Geniuses. And it’s set up so that basically the interest generated from my music will take mostly that,” Tree said, adding that his work will probably be worth more after his death.
“People will finally appreciate my stupid f-cking videos, my f-cking stupid songs. That’s when people appreciate you, when you’re not there anymore,” Tree said.
Oliver Tree’s Rise To Fame
Tree developed an interest in music at an early age and studied Music Technology at the California Institute of the Arts, writing his thesis on how to make himself a viral meme.
Tree released some songs in the years following and signed with Atlantic Records in 2017. The next year, “Alien Boy” and its music video became a major hit, which propelled his mainstream success. His first studio album, “Ugly Is Beautiful,” was released in 2020, and it reached the top spot on Billboard’s Top Alternative Albums Chart.
He also collaborated with other artists, including Whethan, Robin Schulz, David Guetta, Getter, and Diplo.
Tree’s last album, “Love You Madly Hate You Badly,” was released on April 24, and he planned a massive global tour spanning more than 30 countries on all seven continents. He kicked off his tour on May 30 in Mexico, and he was scheduled to perform next in Lisbon, Portugal, in July before tragedy struck.
The Singer Left His Record Label
Tree’s last album was self-produced and released under his own record label, Alien Boy Records. He parted ways with Atlantic Records after eight years due to creative differences. The artist claimed that the label no longer supported his work and gave him a limited marketing budget because he “was not making songs for TikTok.”
In a video, Tree said he wasn’t in the entertainment business to create songs for TikTok. “The label doesn’t want to support the vision. Well, guess what? I don’t give a sh-t,” he said. The singer then shared that he was able to reach an agreement with Atlantic Records, and he could release his album on his own and leave the record label.
Tributes Pour In For Oliver Tree
Many entertainers, comedians, and artists paid tribute to Tree after hearing news of his passing. Singer Melanie Martinez, who was in a relationship with Tree for several months before their split in 2020, shared a heartfelt post on Instagram Stories.
“He was so dedicated to his art which I admired and respected so deeply. I think everyone who knew him will look back at those moments of laughter and joy he so easily sparked. His laugh was so contagious and warm, she wrote, adding that Tree had a “soft heart” and was a “true artist in every way.”
Kid Cudi also paid tribute to the singer, describing Tree as a “really amazing and beautiful human.” Bebe Rexha honored the late artist on X, saying he was a passionate and kind person. Comedian Whitney Cummings praised Tree’s talents, while also commending him as a person, writing, “Oliver is pure love and the best version of what an artist and person can and should be.”
Every Year After has plans for more seasons — with different leads — but is everyone from the cast coming back for a potential season 2?
Based on Every Summer After by Carley Fortune, Every Year After follows Percy (Sadie Soverall), who grew up vacationing in Barry’s Bay and spending all her time with the Florek brothers: Sam (Matt Cornett) and Charlie (Michael Bradway).
In addition to introducing new characters, Every Year After surprised Us with some massive book shakeups.
“I think there’s less of things changing and more of things just being added. But I think you’re getting the actual bones of the book and the love story. I think all of the themes and the tone are the same,” Aurora Perrineau, who plays Percy’s friend Chantal in the series, exclusively told Us Weekly.
Fans of Off Campus and The Summer I Turned Pretty should be tuning into Prime Video’s Every Year After — but where will they recognize the cast from? Based on Every Summer After by Carley Fortune, Every Year After follows Percy (Sadie Soverall), who grew up vacationing in Barry’s Bay. After spending all her time […]
The book also wrapped up everyone’s story more while the show focused on introducing Charlie as the next lead.
“I really would love to see a second season of the show. They’re not quite there yet and I think because Sam is still kind of getting his head around what’s happened, that makes a lot of sense,” Fortune told Us of the ending. “I love how the show ends with a very clear set up for bringing One Golden Summer into the second season, which I’m most excited about.”
Scroll down to see who is — and isn’t — expected to return in season 2:
Sadie Soverall
While Soverall is expected to reprise her role as Percy, she would no longer be front and center on the show.
Matt Cornett
The same goes for Cornett, who would be back as Sam but not as the main character.
Michael Bradway
Bradway has been positioned as the season 2 lead after Charlie’s onscreen heart attack. His story was originally explored more in Fortune’s follow-up novel, One Golden Summer.
Every Year After ended with a massive change — and shocking cliffhanger — but how is book character Alice Everly related to the twist? Warning: Spoilers below for season 1 of Every Year After. The Prime Video series, which premiered on Wednesday, June 10, concluded with Charlie (Michael Bradway) being estranged from brother Sam (Matt […]
Abigail Cowen
Cowen’s role as Delilah was expanded — and with plans for the show to have five seasons — there is more than enough room for her in season 2.
Aurora Perrineau
Perrineau’s Chantel is expected back on the show.
Joseph Chiu
As is Chiu a.k.a Jordie, who is now caught in his own love triangle.
It’s no secret that Steven Spielberg is a renowned filmmaker. His name is attached to many projects and was nominated for numerous Academy Awards for Best Director or Best Picture. But there was one film where the famous director was not involved, except for story origin credits, that people have been revisiting on streaming services.
Ever since Spielberg began his career in 1959, he has worked on many projects, some of which are still beloved to this day, such as Jurassic Park and the Indiana Jones franchise. Earlier this week, Spielberg released a new film called Disclosure Day, starring Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth, Colman Domingo, and Wyatt Russell. Also attached to the project is Jurassic Park writer David Koepp. As Disclosure Day inched closer, fans have been revisiting this nostalgic ’80s classic.
The Goonies was a 1985 adventure comedy film based on a story written by Spielberg and produced by the filmmaker’s production company, Amblin Entertainment, and recently, it found a place on the streaming charts. The Goonies landed at #6 on Pluto TV’s Top Movies in the United States, sitting between Men in Black and Scary Movie. The Goonies follows a group of boys who call themselves “The Goonies” as they come across a map that leads to treasure that belonged to the pirate “One-Eyed Willy.” The boys embark on this adventure in hopes that this hidden fortune could save their homes. Since its release, The Goonies has grossed over $65 million worldwide and has been praised by many, earning a 77% critics’ score and a 90% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
What To Watch If You Like ‘The Goonies’
Years after The Goonies release, there were talks about a possible sequel. In 2024, Spielberg revealed that there were conversations about bringing The Goonies back together, and reports indicated that the project would move forward. However, it’s likely that a Goonies sequel may not see the light of day, so if you’re after something with a similar plot and feel, there are other titles worth watching that bring that child-whimsy feeling to your screens.
The first title that comes to mind is Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, which has been compared to The Goonies for its coming-of-age adventure. The series follows a group of children who accidentally leave their home planet aboard a mysterious starship and become lost. As they search for a way back home, a Force-sensitive user, Jod Na Nawood, played by Jude Law, aids them in their journey as they face pirates, soldiers, and other dangers in a galaxy far, far away.
But if you’re looking for a Spielberg film, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is well worth watching, or re-watching. Released in 1982 and directed by Spielberg, the film follows 10-year-old Elliott (Henry Thomas), who befriends a stranded alien and helps him find a way home before government agents can take him away.
The Goonies is available to stream on Pluto TV. Follow Collider for more updates.
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June 7, 1985
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114 minutes
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The Kardashian klan are celebrating Kim’s boyfriend, Lewis Hamilton’s, first Formula 1 victory for Ferrari.
After claiming the win at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix in Montmeló on Sunday, June 14, the race car driver’s girlfriend, 45, took to her Instagram Stories to share a photo of her man being cheered on by his team. She stamped her support on the image by pasting a gold trophy emoji next to a red heart emoji.
Over on Khloe Kardashian’s Instagram Stories, Kim’s daughter Chicago West, 8, was seen jumping up and down while squealing in front of the TV screen with her cousin, Khloe’s daughter, True, also 8, as they watched Hamilton, 41, take out the win. (Kim shares daughters Chicago and North, as well as sons Saint and Psalm with ex-husband Kanye West.)
Another Instagram Story shared by Khloe, 41, captured Chicago and True posing for a photo together in front of the TV, both winking for the camera as they smiled.
Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton recently stepped out together in Tokyo, Us Weekly has learned. Kardashian, 45, and Hamilton, 41, were spotted walking side by side on a crowded sidewalk in Japan on Sunday, March 22, according to social media footage. The Skims mogul rocked a gray dress with over-the-knee heeled boots, while Hamilton kept […]
Khloe, who attended the Monaco Grand Prix with Kim to support Hamilton earlier this month, also shared footage of Hamilton addressing his victory during a post-race press conference. “Let’s goooooooooo,” she captioned the clip before adding a photo of the athlete standing atop a podium.
Us Weekly confirmed in February that Kim and Hamilton had evolved their long-time friendship into a romance. While sources at the time revealed that the pair had been on “a few dates,” the couple got more serious by the beginning of this month when Kim went Instagram official with Hamilton.
Chicago and True Courtesy of Khloe Kardashian/Instagram
On Sunday, June 7, a social media clip showed Hamilton walking toward a group of Monaco Grand Prix spectators before finding Kim and kissing her on the cheek and pulling her in for an embrace. The PDA-filled moment was later followed by Hamilton’s first public comments regarding the relationship.
Kim Kardashian Mark Sutton – Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images
“It’s amazing to have her come this weekend and have the support,” he told reporters at the time. “But, you know, with my friends, incredible turnout, just overall, the people. It’s amazing to have good people around you and good people supporting you, and she does that for me every day.”
After Hamilton finished second in that race, Formula 1’s official Instagram account shared a video of Kim filming him during his trophy presentation. The clip caught Hamilton appearing to blow Kim a kiss after he received his award.
Lewis Hamilton Clive Mason/Getty Images
Kim shared glimpses of her experience in Monaco via her Instagram grid, capturing several outings with Khloe trackside, on a luxurious vessel and along the French Riviera. In one carousel, the sisters wore matching Ferrari-red earmuffs, while another photo showed Kim puckering up to kiss one of Hamilton’s race helmets. “Monaco memories,” Kim captioned the carousel, which attracted an “I love us” comment from Khloe.
Though it’s been almost a decade since Game of Thrones wrapped up its phenomenally successful run, the universe it launched has continued, primarily through its acclaimed successor, House of the Dragon. Created by George R. R. Martin and Ryan Condal, the Game of Thrones prequel is the second television series adapted from Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire novels and is based on the fictional history Fire & Blood, beginning a century after the Targaryen conquest unites the Seven Kingdoms, and chronicling the rise and fall of House Targaryen, from its golden age to a catastrophic civil war called the Dance of the Dragons.
Since its premiere in 2022, House of the Dragon has become as popular and acclaimed as its predecessor, sometimes more, and the franchise has recently expanded to include the new series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. The series has also spawned a podcast that has developed a community of its own, and in June 2026, House of the Dragon will debut new ASL versions of its latest seasons, beginning with Season 2. Read on to discover everything the Game of Thrones universe has in store for fans in June 2026.
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‘House Of the Dragon’ Season 2 (ASL Version)
Release Date: June 15, 2026
House of the Dragon opened to great success when it premiered in 2022, often surpassing the initial rankings of its parent show. The Game of Thrones prequel was instantly greenlit for a second season, which premiered in 2024, a third season, premiering in 2026, and an upcoming fourth and final season, arriving sometime in 2028. The second season of House of the Dragon explores the beginning of the Targaryen civil war, aka the Dance of the Dragons, and what it costs the people of Westeros.
In May 2026, as a celebration of Global Awareness Day, HBO Max announced the streaming debut of the House of the Dragon ASL (American Sign Language) version. An ASL version of Season 1 was released soon after, which will be followed by Season 2’s ASL version on June 15, 2026. The ASL dubbing is performed by Sophia Morales and Justin Jackerson, with the latter serving as the Director of ASL across all seasons. The ASL debut of House of the Dragon adds to the streamer’s ASL initiative that began in 2023 with Barbie.
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‘The Official Game of Thrones Podcast: House Of The Dragon’ Season 3
Release Date: June 21, 2026
The Official Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon debuted alongside the prequel show, taking the Game of Thrones franchise in yet another new direction. Since 2022, the podcast has become a go-to audio destination for fans to discuss and debate all aspects of the eponymous franchise, with a focus on House of the Dragon, and it serves as a companion to the hit series. After two successful seasons, the podcast will be back with House of the Dragon Season 3 on June 21, 2026.
Hosted by pop culture experts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen, each podcast episode features interviews with cast members, writers, and directors, including the likes of George R.R. Martin, Olivia Cooke, and Kit Harington. The new season of the podcast, running simultaneously with the TV season, will unpack the massive battles, anticipated events, and character arcs. The Official Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon Season 3 marks the first time that the podcast will be available to stream in video format, streaming simultaneously with the television series.
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 (with ASL Version)
Release Date: June 21, 2026
Following the success, acclaim, and popularity of the first two seasons, HBO’s House of the Dragon is all set to debut its third season this June, with greater accessibility. The prequel’s new season explores the next chapter of the brutal war of succession, featuring dragon battles and relentless bloodbaths. Matt Smith, Emma D’Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Rhys Ifans, Fabien Frankel, and Sonoya Mizuno reprise their main roles from the last two seasons.
House of the Dragon Season 3 is expected to feature one of the biggest battles in the Game of Thrones franchise — the Battle of Gullet, a naval conflict — followed by more explosive consequences that collectively shape the Targaryen civil war. The season will premiere on Sunday, June 21, 2026, accompanied by an ASL version, becoming the first season of the hit show to have ASL episodes running concurrently. And even after the eight-episode third season, fans still have plenty to look forward to, like the show’s fourth and final season, expected to debut in 2028, and new seasons of the franchise’s latest hit, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. The entire Game of Thrones universe, including all seasons of Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, is currently streaming on HBO Max.
House of the Dragon
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August 21, 2022
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HBO
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George R.R. Martin
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We all know that men are notoriously difficult to shop for — and dads certainly fall into the mix. Now that Father’s Day is one week away, you’re probably struggling to think of something to buy your dad, husband or another father figure in your life. Fortunately, we did the work for you by finding thoughtful, practical and exciting Father’s Day gifts on Amazon that’ll arrive in just two days with Prime shipping.
From sleek and comfy running shoes to an electric meat thermometer to a luxe sleep mask, there’s something here for everyone. You’ll even find seemingly boring yet practical items, like a set of minimalist cotton T-shirts for the dad who just isn’t into gifts. And even though you’re shopping last-minute, these Father’s Day gifts don’t feel like an afterthought. Start shopping now before it’s too late!
Last Minute Father’s Day Gifts
$130
For The Tech Obsessed
For the dad who is constantly juggling multiple tech items at a time, this wireless charging pad is a practical and thoughtful gift. It has space to charge an iPhone, AirPods and an Apple Watch all at the same time. The slim profile hides cords and makes a cluttered space feel more organized.
$40
For The Foodie
Let’s be honest: anyone would be thrilled to receive this umami-packed condiment trio, thought up by the chefs behind the popular Momofuku brand. The set includes a soy sauce, chili crunch and seasoned salt, and all three can be used in so many different dishes and cooking methods. Plus, they’re made of impressive ingredients and come in attractive jars.
$130
For The Car Lover
This scanning tool is perfect for the dad who never wants to ask anyone else for help – even if he needs it. It quickly reads a car’s trouble codes to diagnose exactly what’s wrong with it. It then gives unlimited repair reports and even monitors the health of the vehicle while you’re driving. Think of it like having a little car mechanic by your side, telling you what to do.
$38
For The Overworked Dad
If he needs a little extra sleep, this luxe sleep mask is designed to help them get their beauty rest. The weighted feel adds just the right amount of pressure to calm you down, while the fabric has a blackout effect that prevents any light from waking you up.
You save: 10%
$45$50
For the Gardener
If they’re regularly in the yard gardening and weeding, this garden kneeler is a must. The cushioned base is much more comfortable than the ground and acts as both a spot to kneel and a seat so you don’t have to bend over, depending on which way it’s flipped. It also has sturdy handles to grab onto and comes with removable side pouches for stashing gardening tools.
Dads are notoriously difficult to shop for, but the last thing we’re going to do is resort to a run-of-the-mill coffee mug. So, I gathered the best Father’s Day gifts — under $50! — that he would be thrilled to receive. Whether he is into grilling, travel, fitness or, well, doesn’t really have any hobbies […]
$129
For the Commuter
With a minimalist design and overall sleek look, this backpack is both stylish and rich-looking. Multiple compartments make the large interior space super organized, while the straps allow it to convert from a backpack to a tote bag. This can be used for commuting, traveling and everything in between.
$115
For the Chef
There’s a reason Caraways Nonstick Ceramic Pans are a favorite among celebrity chefs, food influencers and the like. They’re durable, they make cleanup easy and they look nice enough to leave out on display. This mini fry pan is perfect for everyday cooking, whether they’re making some eggs or sauteeing vegetables. It’s a go-to option for home cooks.
$90
For the Tailgater
Perfect for the dad who likes to be able to grill his favorites on the go, this charcoal grill is portable enough to be used when tailgating, at the beach or on the boat. It has a steel cooking grate for easy cleaning and charcoal goodness, with a sturdy porcelain-lined bowl and lid. Plus, the handle on top makes it easy to tote around.
$53
For the Golfer
Golfing comes with a lot of stuff, and if the dad in your life is a fan, chances are good that their car is full of accessories taking up space. This trunk organizer features multiple pockets for organizing tees, balls, sunglasses and more, along with a large bottom compartment with adjustable dividers for clothing. There’s even a separated shoe compartment with space for three pairs of shoes and a pouch for your phone. Sturdy handles make it easy to carry around and it collapses flat when not in use to make more space in the trunk.
You save: 31%
$18$26
For the New Dad
Let the new dad in your life show their pride for their little one. Perfect for the dad who wants everyone to know about the newest blessing in his life, this baseball cap proudly announces his title of “dad.” It also has a comfortable fit and lived in feel that will make a daily go-to on casual days.
You save: 10%
$18$20
For the Handyman
The dad who is constantly fixing things around the house or at work probably already has so many tools that they don’t need anymore. But something like this magnetic wristband can be a clever and thoughtful option. This can be worn around their wrist and is the perfect spot for stashing tiny nails, screws and nuts that could otherwise get lost in seconds. It keeps everything within easy reach and has an adjustable and comfortable fit.
You save: 25%
$75$100
For the BBQ King
This hi-tech meat thermometer will make anyone feel like a pro in the kitchen, even if they’re just grilling up some hamburgers. Unlike regular thermometers, this connects to a phone via Bluetooth and works alongside an app full of helpful information. When you get the temperature read on a piece of meat, the app will tell you how much longer it needs for the best results. It can also handle up to 1000 degrees Fahrenheit, so it can stay stuck in the meat the entire time you’re cooking, ensuring you can’t forget about it.
$35
For the Busy Dad On The Go
If your dad doesn’t already have an Owala water bottle, now is the time to get them one – even if they don’t realize just how trendy they are. This FreeSip option allows you to drink through a straw or by tipping it back, you can lock it so it won’t leak, and it fits in most cup holders. Plus, it comes in lots of really nice colors.
$110
For the Reader
The classic frames of these reading glasses make them feel incredibly cool and on-trend. The hard coating on the lens helps to prevent scratches, and they’re super comfortable to wear because they’re so lightweight. They’re so cool, in fact, that they’ll want to wear them even when there’s no reading being done.
$168
For the Active Dad
Upgrade his old gym sneakers with these sleek On sneakers. Cushioning absorbs impact and feels good and a bouncy sole makes these feel like you’re walking on clouds. They’re super lightweight and they require zero breaking in. They’re perfect for running or hitting the gym, but they’re so stylish that they can be worn on an everyday basis too.
You save: 40%
$15$25
For the Stylish Dad
Make the dad in your life look chic for the summer with this rich-looking polo shirt. It’s an inexpensive find that looks and feels so luxe, made from a lightweight and soft fabric. The texture, the cut and the v-neck collar give this Euro-summer vibes in the best way possible.
$30
For the Tool Hoarder
Buying for someone who has so many tools they don’t even know what to do with them? This roll-up tool bag is an excellent and space-saving storage option. It’s super spacious, with four large zippered pockets and two smaller removable pockets for tiny items you don’t want to misplace. It rolls up to a much more compact size with handles, so it’s perfect for taking on the go.
You save: 25%
$18$24
For the Practical Dad
Stick with the basics if you’re buying for a dad who is too practical to really enjoy anything that could be considered frivolous. This pack of Hanes t-shirts comes with six neutral-colored options, all of which are lightweight, breathable and versatile. They can be worn as undershirts or on their own on casual days.
$70
For the Dad Who’s Hard to Shop For
No idea what to buy? Stick with a tried and true favorite for everyone: a super soft hoodie that can be worn over and over again. This half-zip Carhartt is comfy and cozy, and is perfect for chilly summer nights or sunsets on the beach, but can also be worn all year long. Pick between an array of colors, like plain neutrals or more bold hues.
Celebrating dad is easy, but shopping for him can be difficult — especially when the fathers in your life have their own distinct interests, personalities and ways they like to spend their time. In 2026, Father’s Day lands on June 21. Now is the time to start shopping for those Father’s Day gifts that are […]
Glen Powell and Landman actress Michelle Randolph’s romance keeps, quite literally, heating up.
Powell, 37, and Randolph, 28, were seen packing on the PDA in New York City, according to photos obtained by online gossip site DeuxMoi on Sunday, June 14. The two actors twinned in white T-shirts as they passionately embraced on a street corner in the Big Apple. Powell also donned a pair of sunglasses as he bent his head to make out with Randolph.
Us Weekly broke the news in December 2025 that Powell and Randolph had started seeing one another.
“They started seeing where things would go around October and have been trying to keep it under the radar for almost two months now,” a source exclusively told Us Weekly at the time, noting that the pair were “having fun” in their casual romance.
While Powell and Randolph have since been spotted together on multiple occasions, the duo have kept quiet about the details of their whirlwind fling.
“I think, for peace of mind, those are really important for me to keep separate,” Randolph told InStyle in a January profile. “How people perceive you publicly is not who you are. It’s hard to not [read the comments] because it’s so in our face, and everyone’s online, so you see things that you don’t necessarily want to, and then it puts you in a bad mood for the rest of the day or hurts your feelings. It’s not smart to let that define you because that’s not real.”
Randolph previously dated Disney Channel alum Gregg Sulkin from 2018 to 2023, later deciding to keep quiet about her love life after watching her sister Cassie Randolph’s experience on The Bachelor unfold. (Cassie, now 30, appeared on Colton Underwood’s season in 2019 and they dated for more than a year before he publicly came out as gay. Cassie and Underwood, now 34, are each married to new partners.)
“I don’t want to share what it is I’ve probably learned,” Michelle told the magazine about Cassie’s reality TV stint. “I don’t think anything good comes from that because it’s your personal life. It should be personal and reserved for yourself and those who are close to you. So, ironically, I think I’ve learned that I want to keep it private.”
Instead of fans hyperfixating on her relationship status, Michelle hopes that her acting work can speak for itself.
“I love my job. I’m well-intentioned,” she stressed at the time. “I just love what I do, and I hope I get to do it forever.”
As for Powell, he has been single since 2023 after ending his three-year relationship with model Gigi Paris.
“I will always have nothing but love for her and respect for her,” the Top Gun: Maverick star told GQ in September 2025 about his breakup. “Everybody’s always going to have their own narrative on things and all that, and she’s welcome to it. Relationships are really hard. And when two people break up, they each go to their own brunch, and they will each tell their own narrative.”
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Cindy Crawford has set the cool-girl style standard for decades, and her latest swimsuit style proves why. Forget trendy cutouts and barely-there strings. She reaches for a sleek one-piece that flatters, sculpts and lets her natural confidence shine, and we found a similar option on sale for just $36!
The supermodel posted a photo on Instagram wearing a black one-piece swimsuit, elevated with luxe hardware details, layered under a drapey cover-up and topped with oversized sunglasses. The vibe? Old Hollywood meets modern beach club — which is exactly what you’ll get with the B2prity One Piece Swimsuit.
Get the B2prity One Piece Swimsuit for $36 (was $38) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.
This affordable find delivers serious flattery, thanks to ruched tummy-control fabric that smooths in all the right places. The push-up cups and V-neckline add lift and shape, and the U-shaped hardware detail gives it that designer-inspired edge Crawford clearly loves.
If you love vacation, but stress about finding something chic and flattering to wear, Jessica Alba has you covered. She’s always been pro at dressing trendy without looking too juvenile — a.k.a. the perfect mix for a 45-year-old, cool mom of two — leaning into pieces that elevate yet still seem effortless. Her Miami getaway […]
Better yet, the straps stay put when you’re actually swimming. This one-piece is your new summer uniform for cruise days, resort vacations or that backyard pool party where you want to look and feel like a model. Reviewers rave that this swimsuit actually delivers on its tummy-control promise without feeling like a corset.
One happy shopper called it “a win for moms.”
“So comfortable and cute!” they wrote. “True to size, soft material, very flattering on a mom body! Just the right amount of ruching to hide my mom pooch without looking like a maternity suit. Great for feeling pretty while also chasing kids around!”
Pair it with a flowy cover-up, gold hoops and the biggest sunglasses you own or add a wide-brimmed sun hat for an even richer look. Regardless, this black swimsuit makes you appear classy, slim and Cindy Crawford-cool, and your wallet barely feels it. Sold!
Get the B2prity One Piece Swimsuit for $36 (was $38) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.
Looking for something else? Explore more one-piece swimsuits and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!
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