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Meghan Markle Accused Of Using Family For Clout
Meghan Markle’s latest brand promotion is getting roasted online, with critics accusing the Duchess of Sussex of leaning too heavily on her family life to sell her business.
Meghan marked Memorial Day by promoting a jam from her As Ever brand while sharing a rare detail from inside her and Prince Harry’s Montecito home. In the post, the mother of two revealed the family nicknames used by Harry and their children, and named which flavors they apparently love most.
However, the personal touch is not landing well with everyone, as several social media users accuse her of using Harry and the kids to generate attention for the product.
Meghan appeared in a recent video shared on her As Ever brand’s Instagram page to promote the company’s Strawberry Spread and Orange Marmalade.
In the caption, the brand noted that the spreads were “inspired by the jams Meghan has created in her own kitchen and shared over the years.” However, her personal touch did not land well with everyone, as critics quickly took to social media to accuse her of using her husband and children to promote the jams.
“I know very few Americans who like orange marmalade, but it’s very British, so she has to say that it’s her favorite,” one X user wrote. “I have no idea why she continues to try to align herself with a country that is so terribly racist (per her), but here we are.”
Others focused on the setting of the video, with one user claiming, “She can’t film in her own kitchen anymore because y’all made fun of it.”
Meghan And Harry Share Kids Online But Hide Their Faces
Although Meghan has continued to reference her children in some of her social media posts, she and Harry have largely avoided showing Archie and Lilibet’s faces.
Earlier this month, the Duchess of Sussex shared a rare family post from a trip to the Magic Kingdom with Harry, their children, and her mother, Doria Ragland.
In the video shared on Instagram, Meghan was seen kissing her mother on the cheek as they both wore playful costume ensembles. Archie and Lilibet also appeared in the post, but their faces were kept hidden.
One snap showed Harry and Meghan holding their children as they walked through the park, while another featured Lilibet meeting a Disney princess.
“They were celebrating the kids’ birthdays together,” a source told People. “The kids did lots of rides, and it was a special way to extend Mother’s Day for Meghan and her mom.”
Prince Harry Reportedly Left Off Cousin’s Wedding Guest List
Harry and Meghan may also be dealing with another royal snub, as reports claim they will not be attending Peter Phillips’ upcoming wedding.
Phillips, the son of Princess Anne and Harry’s cousin, is set to marry his fiancée in June. However, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly not expected to receive an invite amid concerns that their presence could overshadow the big day.
Harry and Phillips were once said to be close, but their relationship has reportedly cooled since the Duke stepped back from royal duties with Meghan in 2020 and relocated to the United States.
“It’s a royal snub; it’s the royal wedding of the year, and it is Princess Anne’s son, Peter … and the bottom line is that Harry has not been invited,” TalkTV host Mark Dolan told Sky News.
“Palace officials feel that Harry and Meghan are toxic and they would ruin the special day,” Dolan continued.
Meghan Markle Reportedly Becomes Sussex Breadwinner
Meanwhile, Meghan’s As Ever push comes amid reports that she and Harry are facing growing financial pressure.
Sources recently claimed that the Montecito-based royals have seen their income tighten following several media and business ventures that failed to take off as expected. Meghan is now said to be expanding As Ever more aggressively, with one insider describing her as “basically the breadwinner,” per Page Six.
The couple’s expenses are reportedly more than $6 million per year, with nearly half of that amount allegedly going toward security. Other costs, including travel, food, staff, and day-to-day operations, are also said to be adding pressure.
Meghan Markle Denies Ties To Controversial Politician
Meanwhile, Meghan is pushing back after a selfie from a recent trip to Geneva sparked even more controversy online.
The photo showed the Duchess smiling beside Wille Rydman, Finland’s Minister of Social Affairs and Health, who has faced past allegations of inappropriate conduct.
Following the fallout on social media, Meghan’s team denied any association, saying she did not know Rydman, was unaware he would be at the event, and had no knowledge of the allegations against him before the photo was taken.
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Leah Remini reunited with her ex-husband Angelo Pagán to celebrate “the family we chose to remain.”
“In a world where so much feels curated and performative, I have come to appreciate the rare beauty of families that change shape, but never lose the love that is real,” Remini, 55, wrote in an Instagram birthday tribute to Pagán, 58, on Tuesday, May 26. “Some may not understand it. But I am incredibly proud of the family we built — and even more proud of the family we chose to remain. Happy birthday [Angelo].”
Pagán playfully responded to his ex by quoting Al Pacino in The Godfather Part III, writing, “Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in ! You best believe I’m Michael Coleone in this movie!”
The former couple were married for 21 years before divorcing in 2024. (Remini and Pagán share a daughter, Sofia Bella Pagán, 21, and he has three older sons — Angelo Jr., Alex and Nico — from a previous relationship. The family left the Church of Scientology together in 2013.)
In August 2024, Remini announced her separation from Pagán in a statement, explaining that they “no longer fit” as husband and wife.
“Well, here we are. After 28 years together and 21 years of marriage, we have decided to file for divorce,” she wrote via Instagram at the time. “This decision came after a lot of thought and care, and as hard as divorce is, we are approaching this with a positive outlook because we know it’s what’s best for us.”
Remini acknowledged that the end of her marriage was “sad,” adding that she and Pagán had some “figuring out to do as we continue to move forward into our new normal.”
“But here’s the thing: we’ve been best friends for so many years,” she insisted. “We are still celebrating holidays together, watching our favorite tv shows together, and gathering as a family.”
Us Weekly reported in October 2024 that Remini and Pagán had finalized their divorce. (The terms of their divorce were kept private since they reached a settlement through mediation outside the court.)
Remini exclusively opened up to Us in June 2025 about how she and Pagán came to the decision to separate.
“You become friends, but there’s more to marriage than that. I saw that Angelo wanted something different,” she told Us. “When you’re giving what you give in a relationship, but it’s not what the person wants, it’s like, ‘So you don’t appreciate what I’m doing? Well, I don’t appreciate what you’re doing because that’s not what I want.’ When I met him, I was in Scientology as a different person. Living in the same household, you’re acting out your roles, and if we’re not changing those roles as our needs change, you’re just growing apart. We just decided we should file for divorce and do a clean slate so nobody feels obligated to do this or that.”
Remini took a pause when she was asked whether her departure from the Church of Scientology in 2013 contributed to the breakdown of her marriage.
“I don’t know,” she confessed to Us. “I just think I was fighting for a life that I never fully had autonomy over. Tomorrow’s not promised. I don’t know how much time I have left. I didn’t want to waste [time]. It’s hard to be the breadwinner, a wife and a mother, the one who does all the holidays, and then wants to rub your husband’s feet. That’s not something that I’m going to do. And it’s something he deserves.”
That same month, Remini confirmed to Us that she’d bonded with longtime pal Jennifer Lopez over both of their recent divorces. (Lopez, 56, and her most recent ex-husband, Ben Affleck, finalized their divorce in January 2025.)
“Right after the divorce, we’d text each other loving messages of support,” the King of Queens actress recalled.
Season 3 of Netflix’s live-action One Piece series has been confirmed and is scheduled to come out next year, with filming already taking place. But before anyone could get a glimpse of what’s to come, its creator, Eiichiro Oda, had begun hyping the next installment, even though the show is still in production. Given how hands-on Oda is with the Netflix adaptation, this could be an early sign of how the series will fare as it continues.
One of the reasons for Netflix’s One Piece‘s success is that Oda is involved in the production, which sets it apart from other live-action Netflix adaptations like Cowboy Bebop and Death Note. Whether it was the set design or the casting of the iconic characters, the author would give his approval before it ended up on screen. This strategy worked, as One Piece‘s live-action adaptation received high praise from fans and critics alike and achieved massive viewership.
Recently, it was reported that Oda went to Cape Town to visit the One Piece Season 3 set. According to Instagram user @pewpiece, the author gave the show high praise for where it’s going and shared excitement about Season 3’s release on Netflix, saying:
“I went to Cape Town!! It looks like Season 3 of the live-action series is going to have some incredible visuals too!! I’m looking forward to it!!”
Why Now Is a Good Time To Be a ‘One Piece’ Fan
One Piece is a Japanese media franchise that started as a manga and was first released in 1997. Since then, what started as an ongoing story about Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat pirates ended up as a phenomenon, spanning an anime series that’s still ongoing like the manga, a live-action series, video games, films, spin-offs, and soon an anime reboot produced by Wit Studios that’s scheduled to come out next year, and a LEGO One Piece special, where it will adapt the first two seasons but as LEGOs, and it’s scheduled to come out this September.
This year, in celebration of One Piece‘s milestone of printing 600 million copies, Oda released a video in which he wrote down what One Piece is, a point that had never been shown or revealed in any official capacity. In true One Piece fashion, this highly sought-after secret was placed in a small treasure chest and was sent to the bottom of the ocean. It didn’t take long for fans to analyze the video and predict where the secret was buried, concluding that it was in Suruga Bay, Shizuoka, Japan, due to logistical constraints for performing the stunt and because it’s near where Oda lives.
Season 3 of the live-action adaptation of One Piece is scheduled for release in 2027.
In the meantime, Seasons 1 and 2 are available on Netflix. Follow Collider for more updates.
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August 31, 2023
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Netflix
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Matt Owens, Steven Maeda, Joe Tracz
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Tim Southam, Marc Jobst, Josef Kubota Wladyka
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Tiffany Greshler, Diego Gutierrez, Allison Weintraub, Lindsay Gelfand
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Khloé Kardashian prioritizes her health every single day. Along with working up a sweat at the gym, the star takes five different vitamins daily — including one for hair growth that her mom Kris Jenner also swears by.
In a recent Instagram video, Kardashian gave fans a special peek into her health routine.
“I take this baggie of vitamins every day on an empty stomach,” she revealed in the clip, holding up a bag filled to the brim with capsules. “People think it’s insane I don’t eat before [taking these], but I guess my body is just trained.”
Most of the tablets in her bag are for energy and brain health, but she takes one specifically for aesthetic purposes: Omi Hair Growth Peptides.
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“These actually do work,” one Amazon shopper wrote. “My hair is becoming thicker. At first, you could see straight through to my scalp. Now it’s filling in with hair growing everywhere. They aren’t paying me to say this. I’m on my second bottle.”
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Apple TV bets on ideas, whether original or adapted. The streamer has seen significant success with book-to-screen adaptations of shows like Silo and Foundation, while some of their biggest shows are original ideas like Severance or Pluribus. And even outside sci-fi, Apple TV’s strong slate of shows like Your Friends & Neighbors and Widow’s Bay prove that with the right idea and execution, something entertaining can emerge. Now, the streamer is betting on spin-offs, and the first arrives in less than two days.
This new show is not like your regular spin-off that focuses on a favorite character or takes the premise to a new location. It takes events explored in the flagship series and narrows its focus to expand on details that have never been explored before. The series does not seek to rewrite established history, even though it must show the evolution of characters whom viewers have met before. That show is Star City, the new spin-off of Apple TV’s longest-running sci-fi series, For All Mankind.
Events in the 2018 series explored the heated moon race between the Americans and the Soviets, which the Soviets win. Future seasons dealt with even more ambitious undertakings. However, viewers glimpsed what it took for the Soviet cosmonauts to achieve that major feat. In Star City, the full picture unfolds as the show pulls back the iron curtain to reveal the innovation, sacrifice, and struggles endured by many people under an authoritarian regime bent on winning at all costs.
Who Is Behind ‘Star City?’
The series was created by the masterminds behind For All Mankind — Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert, and Ronald D. Moore. The “propulsive paranoid thriller” blends the daunting science of launching mankind to the stars with the scrutiny of a ruthless, controlling regime. House of the Dragon star Rhys Ifans leaves the Iron Throne behind for the Iron Curtain as the chief architect of the Soviet Space Program. Fans will also meet some iconic characters from For All Mankind. Before she became a cold, calculating force, Irina Morozova, played by Agnes O’Casey, was just a secretary for the regime’s spy program. Meanwhile, Sergei Nikulov, played by Josef Davies, was still ironing out the kinks of his genius before his awe-inspiring inventions. Viewers will also meet Alice Englehart as Anastasia Belikova, the first woman on the moon. And to make sure everyone sticks to their assigned roles, Anna Maxwell Martin plays the cold and ruthless Lyudmilla Raskova, a KGB agent from whom Irina learns the least humane parts of her job.
The first two episodes of Star City premiere on Friday, May 29. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
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Teen Mom star Ryan Edwards’ wife, Amanda Conner, is breaking her silence days after she was arrested for an alleged DUI and child abuse.
Conner, 35, took to social media on Wednesday, May 27, to apologize for her actions and confess to relapsing after three years of sobriety.
“I relapsed. After three years of me busting my ass and getting my life together, I relapsed. I think I got too comfortable, let my guard down and it happened,” Conner shared via TikTok while sitting on the floor curling her hair. “I do know addiction does not care how long you’ve been clean, how much you’ve built, it doesn’t care how many people believed in you, it doesn’t care about none of that.”
Conner noted that she wanted to start off by “apologizing” for disappointing the people who “believed” in her.
Teen Mom alum Ryan Edwards’ wife, Amanda Conner, was reportedly arrested and booked on a DUI charge. TMZ was first to report the news on Sunday, May 24, citing a spokesperson for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Jail in Tennessee who confirmed that Conner was taken into custody. The report also claimed that she was […]
“You all ride so hard for me and I appreciate the f** out of that,” she said. “I have let you all down and I’ve let my family down. Just saying that out loud, just letting it be known, it’s just so uncomfortable, it’s shameful, I’m disappointed, I feel guilty, scared. I’m not perfect. I’ve never come to be perfect.”
She added that while “life happened” and she “fell hard,” she knows she’s a “fighter” who isn’t going to let relapsing be her “whole story.”
“I’m going to bring you all on my journey to recovery. And it’s not going to be fun, it’s not going to be pretty, it’s going to be real, it’s going to be raw and it’s going to be hard,” she continued. “But, like I said, I’m a fighter and I refuse to let a relapse define me or be my story.”
She then admitted that she is currently dealing with the “consequences’ of her actions, something her followers will witness themselves in the upcoming months.
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“It’s not going to be polished, it’s going to be authentic, real and what happens in my life when you relapse and do stupid s***, there’s consequence,” she said before concluding, “We’re not going to give up, we’re going to fight and we’re going to get back on track. So with that said, we’re going to get ready to go meet the lawyer, so stay tuned.”
Conner’s video comes shortly after TMZ released audio on Sunday, May 24, of a husband calling the cops with concerns that his wife had been using narcotics. The caller, who was not identified by name, alleged that his wife would not take a drug test before leaving in the car with their 15-month-old daughter, Presley.
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Jail later confirmed that Conner had been taken into custody and charged with child abuse/neglect for allegedly driving under the influence with a baby in the vehicle. She was also charged for allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road. Her bond was set at $16,000 and she was ordered not to contact the alleged victim following her release.
In the hours after her arrest, Edwards — who also shares son Bentley, 16, with ex Maci Bookout McKinney, and son Jagger, 10, and daughter Stella, 5, with ex MacKenzie Standifer — seemingly reacted to the incident, writing via Facebook, “I will NOT be answering any questions. Please keep us in your prayers.”
The following day, The Ashley’s Reality Roundup reported that Conners called authorities on Edwards, alleging that she wanted to pick up her belongings but her ex had an alleged history of “physical abuse.” While cops were sent to the residence, no arrests were made. The pair were later spotted together outside a gas station, according to the outlet.
Conners’ hearing is currently scheduled for June 3.
Barry Manilow is getting real about what cosmetic surgery he has gotten over the years.
“I look fantastic, but I’m 100 years old, right?” the singer, 82, joked during an interview with the Los Angeles Times published on Wednesday, May 27. “I don’t know how that happened, by the way.”
Manilow revealed he doesn’t get “Botox or anything,” which prompted the outlet to ask if he had any previous “work done.”
“I must say, there was one time when we lived in L.A. that I did do a facelift,” he revealed. “But after that it’s just been a little here, a little there.”
Barry Manilow is on the mend after undergoing surgery to remove cancerous tissue on one of his lungs. “I want to share an update with you all. I’m doing great and recovering very well after my surgery,” Manilow, 82, wrote in a Wednesday, February 4, statement shared via social media. “I’ve been getting exercise and […]
Manilow clarified that he considers getting “work done” as going under the knife for something extreme like a facelift.
“I only had one of those,” he continued of his previous facelift. “The rest of it — I see something falling down, sure, I’ll do that. I’m as vain as anybody else. One of my old friends, his mother said, ‘I always knew he was talented, but when did he get so handsome?’”
Manilow’s cosmetic confession comes five months after he revealed his lung cancer diagnosis.
“As many of you know, I recently went through six weeks of bronchitis followed by a relapse of another five weeks. Even though I was over the bronchitis and back on stage at the Westgate Las Vegas, my wonderful doctor ordered an MRI just to make sure that everything was OK,” he wrote via Instagram in December 2025. “The MRI discovered a cancerous spot on my left lung that needs to be removed. It’s pure luck (and a great doctor) that it was found so early. That’s the good news.”
The “Mandy” singer shared that he needed to undergo surgery to remove the cancerous spot. He did not need chemotherapy because it was caught early.
Barry Manilow has been open about his long history with cigarettes. “I smoked for 30 years. I started when I was 9 years old,” the “Copacabana” singer told The Standard in 2012, revealing that he later quit before starting the habit again. Manilow eventually shifted to vaping. In December 2025, Manilow announced that he had […]
“The doctors do not believe it has spread, and I’m taking tests to confirm their diagnosis. So, that’s it. No chemo. No radiation,” he continued. “Just chicken soup and I Love Lucy reruns.”
Amid his recovery, Manilow postponed his concerts. Three months later, Manilow shared that he is cancer-free.
“You just don’t even think about [how fragile life is]. And suddenly, you have lung cancer. But I’m still here,” Manilow told People in March. “I’m still here. I’m not all here — there’s part of me that isn’t here — they took out a part of me, and now I’ve got to figure out, ‘What do I do?’”
The entertainment world is mourning the loss of veteran French actor Pierre Deny, who died at 69 following a battle with ALS.
The actor, best known recently for his role in Netflix’s “Emily in Paris,” passed away just months after “Grey’s Anatomy” star Eric Dane also succumbed to the devastating disease.
Deny’s death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from colleagues and friends who remembered him not only as a gifted performer but also as a warm and deeply generous presence behind the scenes.
Pierre Deny became familiar to Netflix viewers through his appearances in Seasons 3 and 4 of “Emily in Paris.”
The French actor portrayed Louis de Léon, the CEO of fashion powerhouse JVMA and the father of Nicholas de Leon, played by Paul Forman.
His character became closely tied to the storyline involving Ashley Park’s Mindy Chen, who dated Nicholas during the series.
Deny’s death was confirmed Monday by his daughters, who revealed the actor died after complications connected to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS.
“It is with deep emotion that we announce the passing of Pierre Deny, which occurred this Monday following a sudden and severe case of ALS,” the family said in a statement per the Daily Mail.
ALS is a progressive nervous system disease that attacks nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, eventually leading to paralysis and loss of muscle control. According to the Mayo Clinic, there is currently no cure for the condition.
Deny Earned Praise Throughout His Long Television Career
Long before joining Netflix’s glamorous Paris-set drama, Pierre Deny had become a respected figure in French television.
He appeared in more than 500 episodes of the soap opera “Demain nous appartient” (“Tomorrow Belongs To Us”), earning a loyal fan base through the years.
Following news of his death, several co-stars and colleagues shared emotional tributes online. Bulgarian-French singer and actress Sylvie Vartan reflected on the moments they shared onstage.
“It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Pierre Deny,” she wrote on Instagram. “I shared many wonderful moments with him on stage in Isabelle Mergault’s play.”
She continued by describing the actor as “a generous actor and a sensitive and funny man” before offering condolences to his family and loved ones.
Deny’s “Demain nous appartient” co-star Luce Mouchel also posted a lengthy and emotional message remembering their years together on set.
“Pierre, 7 years of filming together, taking the train together, having lunch at the canteen together,” she wrote.
Pierre Deny’s Co-Stars Remembered His Kindness And Humor
Luce Mouchel’s tribute gave fans a deeper picture of the friendship she shared with Deny during nearly a decade working side by side.
“Sometimes confiding, inviting each other from time to time and congratulating you for your hidden cooking talent, meeting our girls, clapping at the theater, calling each other ‘Doctor’ usually, and I forget,” she continued.
Mouchel admitted Deny’s death felt painfully sudden. “A short decade of shared life that should not have ended so quickly and so brutally,” she revealed.
She also praised Deny’s daughters as she reflected on one of their final meetings.
“I’m thinking of your daughters and their exceptional courage. Thinking of you, my last visit and your sparkling eyes, rest in peace, Dr. Dumaze,” Mouchel wrote.
French Producer Raphael Beloliel Pays Tribute To Deny
As tributes continued to pour in, French producer Raphael Benoliel, who said he was a friend of Pierre Deny’s, remembered the late actor as both a “great artist” and a “magnificent person.”
In a heartfelt tribute shared on X, Benoliel explained that the two shared a deep passion for soccer, which he said Deny loved “above all else.”
He recalled that they were still playing together “just a year ago like a couple of kids,” describing Deny as a “true enthusiast” who found joy in the game, friendship, and life itself.
Benoliel added that Deny always carried “the joy of being together” and a strong love for effort and competition.
He ended the emotional message by lamenting that “that goddamn Charcot’s disease took him away far too soon,” adding that the loss felt deeply unfair.
Pierre Deny’s Death Comes Months After Eric Dane’s ALS Battle
Deny’s passing arrives only months after “Grey’s Anatomy” actor Eric Dane died from the same disease at age 53 on February 19, 2026. Dane first publicly revealed his diagnosis in April 2025.
“I have been diagnosed with ALS,” he told PEOPLE at the time, adding, “I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter.”
Two months later, the Hollywood star opened up about the emotional toll of the illness. “I wake up every day, and I’m immediately reminded that this is happening,” he said. “It’s not a dream,” Dane said during an interview on “Good Morning America.”
His wife, Rebecca Gayheart, later described the diagnosis as “heartbreaking” while discussing how their family was coping. “My girls are really suffering, and we’re just trying to get through it,” she told PEOPLE, adding, “We have some professional therapists who are helping us, and we’re just trying to have some hope and do it with dignity, grace and love.”
Josh Johnson is making waves with an unexpected stance on his live comedy shows. “The Daily Show” host recently shared how he feels about secondary ticket markets and why he would rather perform to empty seats, and fans are praising him for his candid thoughts.
The comedian has been vocal about keeping his shows accessible and authentic, even if that means turning away from the typical sell every seat at any cost mindset. For Johnson, it’s less about packing the house and more about who’s in the seats.
His surprising take has sparked conversation online among fans, with everyone praising his approach as a refreshing pushback against industry norms that often prioritize profit over the audience experience.
During a recent chat with Vladimir Duthiers of CBS Mornings, Johnson shared his thoughts on resale ticket sites and why he would prefer to have empty seats than fans price gauged.
“I was someone who couldn’t afford tickets for a really long time,” he said. “It’s just really important to me that the show is as much of a spectacle as possible and as affordable as possible, because I want people that were in my situation to be able to see a show that I think is going to be really unique and really special.”
Johnson said he looks at the second market as the “capitalist manifesto” that “squeezes you for everything that you’re worth” versus what he’s trying to do – give fans a show that’s affordable.
He followed that up by explaining that he would prefer to add an additional show “than have people buy these insane tickets.”
“If there’s an empty seat there, that let’s me know that there’s something that I could be doing even better,” he continued. “I could be trying to get around the scalpers even better, and I think so many people in America have to choose between like affording their life and enjoying their life.”
Fans Of ‘The Daily Show’ Host Praised His Take On Secondary Ticket Markets
A clip of the interview was shared on TikTok and many fans dropped into the comment section to offer their thoughts on Johnson’s approach to selling tickets for his live comedy shows.
“He’s grounded in his values. I appreciate him looking out for others,” one viewer wrote. Another said, “I continue to be so impressed with this young man. I really enjoy his comedy and he seems like such a genuine person.”
One other viewer reiterated his thought, saying, “Affording vs Enjoying=most of us.”
Another viewer doubled down on the secondary sites and what they are doing, “Resale sites have ruined the live entertainment industry and drive up prices.”
Many of the other comments share how much fans appreciate his take and love that he’s sharing his thoughts on the matter.
Why Josh Johnson Feels He Could Never Be A Traditional News Reporter
Another segment from the interview was shared on TikTok and this one is all about why Johnson feels he’s not cut out to be a traditional news reporter.
After telling Duthiers that he’s “fascinated” by how he “delivers the news,” he shared why he thinks he could never do it that way.
“If I had your job, every day, I would look down the barrel of the camera like, y’all, it’s bad, oh it is bad,” he said with a terrified look on his face. “And I feel like that, I’m amazed that y’all can deliver the thing based on what’s happening but take yourselves out of it.”
He added that if he was doing Duthiers job, he would struggle with delivering the news with a straight face. Fans could totally relate to what Johnson was saying, but also said it’s typically Johnson who’s giving them the news.
“Funny enough Josh is how i get most of my news,” one person said. Another wrote, “Being a news anchor at this point in time I’d be worn out man.” And another shared, “I actually do need him to deliver the news now.”
Josh Johnson’s New Comedy Special ‘Symphony’ Released Last Week
Johnson recently stepped more into the spotlight with his recently released HBO Comedy special, “Symphony.” The special blends Johnson’s signature storytelling style with live musical elements, creating a performance that’s slightly different than what fans are used to.
He shared information about the special on his TikTok page. On Tuesday, he shared how the comedy special is doing so far.
“Symphony has climbed again and is now #4 on @HBO Max Friends!! Thank you to everyone who has watched and rewatched,” he wrote in the caption of his TikTok post. “Thank you for proving that you can release weekly stand up on YouTube and still have an audience for a larger scale special on a traditional/streaming platform.”
One fan wrote in the comment section, “Great show! Here’s to reaching #1.” Another added, “It is brilliant. I didn’t want it to end!! You are a bright star. Well done!” And one other said, “Watched this Saturday, and I was thoroughly impressed! So much to the point, where I plan on watching it again this week! Excellent job, and classy musical performance at the end!”
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle recently marked their eighth wedding anniversary, with the Duchess of Sussex taking to Instagram to share never-before-seen images from their special day.
However, while friends and fans of the couple wished them a happy anniversary, they did not get a notice or shout-out from any member of the royal family.
Insiders now claim this move from the palace stunned Prince Harry and Meghan as their rift with the monarchy continues to grow.
On May 19, Harry and Meghan took a trip down memory lane as they celebrated their wedding anniversary on social media by releasing new images and videos from the special event.
But despite how huge the milestone was for the Montecito-based royals, their family members in the UK did not acknowledge their anniversary, completely snubbing the couple.
According to a royal source who spoke with InTouch, this decision left Harry and Meghan feeling disappointed, especially with King Charles in particular, whom they were allegedly hoping would use the opportunity to extend a public olive branch, amid the duke’s calls for reconciliation.
“In an ideal world, they would have gotten a public message from the king,” the insider told the news outlet. “They never would have expected anything from the Waleses, but they were hoping Charles might extend some sort of olive branch to signify to everyone that they are back in the fold.”
Charles is said to have been warming up to the idea of Harry and Meghan rejoining the royal family, but his latest move to ignore them seems to signal a change of heart toward the Sussexes.
“The fact that he not only ignored their big day publicly but also privately was a massive slap in the face,” the insider continued, noting that “it has left Harry completely shocked and depressed.”
The Snub From The Royal Family Reportedly Has Meghan Markle Questioning Their UK Return
It’s since been rumored that Harry and Meghan might make a major return to the UK this summer as the Duke of Sussex seeks to reconcile with the royal family.
However, the recent cold shoulder they received from senior royals on their wedding day is said to have left Meghan especially concerned about their trip due to how “awkward” things might end up being.
“He’s now got Meghan questioning him on just how awkward their trip to the U.K. will be,” a source told the news outlet. “She’s taking this as proof they aren’t wanted, and it’s got Harry wondering the same thing, which has just gutted him.”
While the Sussexes may be disappointed with the lack of a shout-out from the royal family, Prince William, on the other hand, is allegedly “thrilled” that Charles “swerved” the couple by ignoring them.
“He’s bragging that it’s a sign he’s one step closer to getting Harry booted,” the source added.
Prince Harry Signals Willingness To Rebuild Ties With King Charles
After Harry and Meghan’s recent successful trip to Australia, sources share that the couple felt deeply encouraged about their value and star power due to the positive reception they got from the public.
Now, there are stronger indications that Harry is open to rebuilding ties with his father, Charles.
According to The Express, sources claim Harry believes “the royals need him and Meghan flying the flag for the monarchy, especially with all the negativity they’ve endured from the Andrew scandal.”
The insider added: “He believes it’s time to embrace this new chapter together and he’s ready to sit down with his father and make that happen, hopefully in a couple of months when he next returns to the UK.”
During their time in Australia, the couple focused on issues such as mental health, community resilience, and support for veterans and their families. Meghan also attended a high-profile women’s retreat at InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach, where attendees paid premium prices for access to the event.
Meghan has not properly returned to the UK since attending Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in 2022, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, have not visited since the Jubilee celebrations that same year.
Harry, however, is expected to travel to the UK in June ahead of the Invictus Games Birmingham countdown, and is likely to make the trip solo.
The Duke’s Hopes For Family Reunion Face Hurdles Amid Security And Royal Protocol Challenges
Looking ahead, Harry is also said to be hoping for a more personal reunion with the royal family, potentially bringing his children to see their grandfather at Sandringham Estate during the summer.
However, this is also in doubt, as Charles did not meet with the Sussexes during his recent visit to the United States.
Royal editor Emily Nash has pointed out that “however much the King may want to be reunited with his youngest son and his grandchildren,” practical barriers remain.
According to Hello! Magazine, she explained that any potential reunion in the UK is complicated by ongoing issues, including Harry’s security arrangements and his legal case against Associated Newspapers, which continue to complicate any potential reunion.
Nash added that the structure of the monarchy also plays a role. Even if the Sussexes were granted full-time security in the UK, their position outside official royal duties “could prove to be a headache the King doesn’t need right now.”
Prince William Reportedly Maintains Distance From Prince Harry Amid Ongoing Rift And Trust Concerns
Meanwhile, Harry’s relationship with his brother, Prince William, appears to remain strained. Reports suggest that attempts to reconnect have been met with a “wall of silence,” with little communication between the two since 2022.
Commentators describe William’s approach as deliberate, with British broadcaster Helena Chard telling Fox News Digital that it has become more of a “permanent Royal reset” in how he handles the relationship as he “regards his brother as totally untrustworthy.”
Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams has also suggested that issues of trust remain central to the divide, while Roya Nikkhah noted that William is known to remember where loyalties lie.
As he prepares for his future role, William is believed to be focused on stability and preserving the structure of the monarchy.
While some have described his stance as firm or even “ruthless,” others view it as a reflection of his commitment to accountability and the long-term direction of the institution.
Crime shows are a dime a dozen. At any given time, you can turn on the TV and find one on linear network TV during the primetime hours or via streaming. From the classics to new ones, you have your pick of the litter. This is also precisely why some of the best crime shows from decades past have been totally forgotten.
These crime shows weren’t just great when they originally aired or streamed, however. They are still worth watching today. Whether it’s thanks to the great acting and storytelling or the relatable premise, they are worth the investment of time throughout a single season or many.
‘Terriers’ (2010)
Back at the beginning of the 2010s, FX aired a fun crime comedy drama that people loved but have since forgotten all about. Terriers follows Hank Dolworth (Donal Logue), an ex-police officer and recovering alcoholic who decides to start his own private investigation firm with his best friend Britt Pollack (Michael Raymond-James), who also happens to be a former criminal.
It’s wonderfully entertaining to watch the pair do their thing with the sunny setting of Ocean Beach, San Diego as a fitting backdrop. The show maintains a 93% Rotten Tomatoes critic score, leaving fans wondering why it was cancelled so soon. Dubbed one of the best one-season wonders, Terriers was fueled by the great chemistry between the leads. The witty writing and buddy comedy story with an element of mystery kept viewers glued to the screen.
‘The Following’ (2013–2015)
You can’t go wrong with Kevin Bacon on screen in any capacity, and when you pair him with James Purefoy in a cat-and-mouse story, it’s on-screen magic. The Following centers around Ryan Hardy (Bacon), a former FBI agent who took down one of the most notorious serial killers, Joe Carroll (Purefoy). Joe still has it in for Ryan, especially since he later took up with Joe’s ex-wife. Joe is charming and convincing, and amassed a cult of followers, even while behind bars, who continue to do his dirty work.
The game between these two men is frightening and mysterious and filled with edge-of-your-seat tension. The acting is superb, with actors like The Boys‘ Valorie Curry playing Joe’s most devout follower, Emma, and X-Men‘s Shawn Ashmore as agent Mike Weston. The Following is one of those shows that is better than it gets credit for.
‘Prodigal Son’ (2019–2021)
Another crime show cancelled too soon, Prodigal Son explores the dynamic between Malcolm Bright (Tom Payne), an FBI profiler, and his serial killer father Martin Whitly (Michael Sheen). Martin was once a revered heart surgeon, but once his extracurricular activities caught up with him, he was arrested, tried, and sent to an asylum. The impact of what he did, however, still traumatizes Malcolm. He entered the field to study people like his father, but suffers from debilitating nightmares.
What’s so interesting about Prodigal Son is the hold Martin still has over Malcolm, and Malcolm’s fears that he may have the same sociopathic tendencies as his father. A cheesy procedural at times as Malcolm taps into the minds of killers, analyzes cases no one else can, and gets out of odd jams, the show was so intriguing that you couldn’t help but be drawn to the story. It has a bit of a Hannibal feel to it at times.
‘Defending Jacob’ (2020)
Arguably one of Apple TV’s most forgotten shows, the miniseries Defending Jacob has an incredible cast led by Chris Evans and Michelle Dockery. They are parents to 14-year-old Jacob (Jaeden Martell), who is accused of murder. The story follows the investigation as the pair grapple with what’s happening and the horrifying thought that their son could possibly be guilty.
With shows like Adolescence taking streaming and awards season by storm, Defending Jacob may not have approached the topic in the same way, but it’s in the same orbit. It was criticized for its ending and slow pacing, which is why the murder mystery legal drama might have fallen off the map once it concluded its eight-episode run. But it’s an interesting, different perspective to a story about the challenges of parenting and the emotional weight that responsibility carries when your worst nightmare comes true.
‘Mr Inbetween’ (2018–2021)
Hailing from Australia, Mr Inbetween quietly aired on FX for three seasons, but largely went under the radar, despite how good it was. The dark comedy/crime drama dives into the life of Raymond “Ray” Shoesmith (Scott Ryan), a hitman by night and family man by day. Navigating these two lives is a challenge, especially when his violent persona begins to impact his behavior as a loving father, boyfriend, brother, and friend.
There are a few similarities to the premise of the new show Memory of a Killer, but Mr Inbetween tackles the concept of a vicious hitman living a double life in a much more compelling way. Every episode is a masterpiece. The show builds tension and suspense while offering lighter moments to soften the mood in between. It’s arguably one of the best crime dramas you haven’t watched yet, earning a solid 95% Rotten Tomatoes critics score.
‘Remington Steele’ (1982–1987)
Going all the way back to the ’80s, Remington Steele was Pierce Brosnan as James Bond before he was actually James Bond. In this detective fiction series, Laura Holt (Stephanie Zimbalist) creates a fictional boss named Remington Steele to help her private investigation company get clients. It appears no one is willing to hire a woman.
The situation becomes murky, however, when an unnamed former thief and con man capitalizes on this fake persona and adopts it as his own. Once he inserts himself into her business, there’s no getting rid of “Steele.” The show, one of the great ’80s shows you probably haven’t seen, was both progressive and regressive at the same time. While it shone a spotlight on sexism, its response was also to bring in the handsome, male savior. That said, its social commentary was also bold for the time, and the character of Holt ended up serving as inspiration for many strong female detective characters who have come since.
‘Cagney & Lacey’ (1982–1988)
Even today, most buddy cop comedies, crime dramas, and procedurals that involve women still have a woman paired with a man. It’s rare to have two women as the leads, and Cagney & Lacey was among the first shows to do it. Far ahead of its time, the police procedural stars Christine Cagney (Sharon Gless) and Mary Beth Lacey (Tyne Daly) as two police detectives with very different lives. Cagney is single and focused on her career while Lacey is a wife and mother.
Considering that today, more than 40 years later, we have still yet to see a crime drama with two females beyond a few outliers like Killing Eve, Unbelievable, and Rizzoli & Isles, the dynamic between Cagney and Lacey remains a benchmark to which shows continue to aspire.
‘Psych’ (2006–2014)
One of the most beloved and long-running detective comedy dramas outside of Supernatural, Psych had an interesting premise that has been followed by so many shows of its kind since. At the heart is Shawn Spencer (James Roday), a crime consultant who has an eidetic memory and heightened observational skills. He uses this to make others believe he’s psychic, and it works. He enlists his best friend Burton “Gus” Guster (Dulé Hill) and his former detective father Henry (Corbin Bernsen) to help him solve cases.
With amazing chemistry between the leads and a fun angle that has been replicated to some degree with other shows like High Potential, Psych was not the first to offer a story with a detective who has special skills. But it is one of the most loved and long-running with eight seasons under its belt. Others have gotten more attention, from Monk to The Mentalist, so it’s easy to forget just how good Psych is.
‘JAG’ (1995–2005)
Overshadowed by the franchise it spawned, NCIS, JAG is actually where it all started. The legal drama is a police procedural that uniquely takes place within the U.S. Navy, centering only on judge advocates handling cases involving military individuals. Unlike others that focus on traditional criminal cases, JAG exclusively covered those that pertain to military operational law.
After the first few seasons, the United States Marine Corps became more involved in helping with storylines, making the show raw, real, and believable while also entertaining. The show was cancelled by NBC but picked up by CBS to continue its run, after which it started to focus more on action than legal drama. Once NCIS blew up, however, everyone forgot about JAG.
‘Bored to Death’ (2009–2011)
Skewing more towards comedy, Bored to Death has an impressive cast led by Jason Schwartzman as Jonathan Ames, a writer who spends his nights moonlighting as a private detective. The show also stars Ted Danson and Zach Galifianakis as his friends George and Ray, respectively. The cancelled comedy series worth watching leans into the idea that Ames isn’t necessarily great at his job, but he has a passion for solving crime.
Lasting three seasons, there’s no denying the comedic talents of the main cast members. But beyond that, Bored to Death is also a well-written show that’s a charming and different entry among a sea of cookie-cutter procedurals. The show was so popular, fans petitioned to bring it back following its cancellation. There was talk of a potential movie revival but nothing ever materialized, a story itself that fits perfectly with Ames’ character.
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