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NBC News Helicopter Crashes in Los Angeles Leaving 3 Dead
NBC News Los Angeles has confirmed that one of its news helicopters has crashed in Chatsworth and killed three people.
KNBC Channel 4 news anchor Colleen Williams confirmed the news via a live broadcast on Tuesday, September 15. “We knew it was a news chopper, we knew we’d lost contact with our people out there and we’ve just received the confirmation that, in fact, News Chopper 4 went down just before 7 o’clock tonight in Chatsworth,” Williams, 71, told viewers.
A subsequent report published by NBC News late on Tuesday night stated that the chopper had crashed in the suburban neighborhood “while it was covering a bus collision Tuesday evening, killing three people.”
Per the report, the helicopter crashed either “in a parking lot at or near a self-storage facility in the community,” which is located in L.A.’s Fernando Valley. The Los Angeles Fire Department attended the scene and no fatality identities were confirmed at the time of publication.
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“We’re going to take a couple of minutes to think about that, to process, and to regroup,” Williams, a veteran news anchor, said on-air.
In addition to the three fatalities, another person “was taken to a hospital in unknown condition,” per information received from the fire department. The report also noted that “at least one” of the deceased people “appeared to be a pedestrian on the ground” when the crash occurred.
NBC Los Angeles shared developments on the news via its Instagram account on Tuesday night, with one eyewitness recalling that she saw “sudden smoke” coming from the crash.
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Another interviewed witness told the outlet, “I happened to look over my shoulder and I saw a certain news helicopter, oddly, just coming straight down. I looked at it and I go, ‘That’s weird.’ No helicopter comes down like that, and then two seconds later the smoke. It came just straight down.”
The first eyewitness, who was being interviewed out the front of a storage facility, then jumped in, recalling that she heard “everybody started screaming.”
According to NBC News’ published report, the fire department confirmed that the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration “will be involved” in investigations.
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The bus crash that the helicopter had been covering reportedly left two separate people dead and others injured after “a Los Angeles Metro bus and a passenger vehicle” collided.
News Chopper 4 was one of several helicopters hovering above the scene as “firefighters worked to free the trapped people and assess the bus passengers” below.
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A performance does not need an entire movie to leave an impression. Sometimes, an actor receives only a few minutes to establish who a character is, make the audience believe in a lifetime that happened offscreen, and provide the missing piece of a much larger story. Mike Flanagan says Carl Lumbly accomplishes all of that in his upcoming Exorcist movie. Plot details for Flanagan’s take on the legendary horror property remain heavily guarded. The filmmaker has assembled an extensive cast that includes several actors from his previous projects, continuing his tradition of finding new roles for trusted collaborators. Lumbly is among those returning performers after appearing in Doctor Sleep and The Fall of the House of Usher.
During an interview at the Toronto International Film Festival, Collider’s Perri Nemiroff asked Flanagan whether one of those familiar actors had reached a level he did not know they were capable of reaching. He could not reveal much without spoiling the movie, but one scene immediately came to mind. It involves Lumbly, lasts approximately four minutes, and apparently holds an important key to understanding the story.
“There’s an incredible scene, one scene with Carl Lumbly,” Flanagan told Collider. He described Lumbly as one of his favorite people to work with and said he loves the actor “to pieces.” Although Flanagan remained careful about spoilers, he revealed that the scene occurs toward the end of the movie and is crucial to understanding what’s going on, suggesting he may provide information that helps the movie’s central characters understand the supernatural events unfolding around them. Flanagan did not disclose the character’s identity or explain precisely what needs to be solved, but he told Nemiroff:
“Carl appears for one scene toward the end of the film that’s crucial as a key to kind of solving what’s going on, and manages to embody a character with decades of understandable backstory in just four minutes of screen time. Lumbly just shows up and runs with it, and that stuff always makes my heart sing.”
Carl Lumbly Is a Beloved Member of the Flana-Fam
Lumbly previously played Dick Hallorann in Doctor Sleep, Flanagan’s adaptation of King’s sequel to The Shining. He later portrayed C. Auguste Dupin in The Fall of the House of Usher, appearing opposite Bruce Greenwood throughout the Netflix series. His role in The Exorcist may be considerably smaller, but Flanagan’s comments suggest it will be no less significant. The director also characterized the movie itself as intense and said there is “a lot going on,” although he stopped before offering any broader story details.
Flanagan’s new Exorcist movie is scheduled to arrive in theaters March 12, 2027. Stay tuned at Collider for the rest of Nemiroff’s interview with Flanagan and Carrie star Summer H. Howell, and don’t miss the series when it premieres on October 7 on Prime Video.
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For nearly a decade, the Paris robbery that left Kim Kardashian bound, terrified, and convinced she might not survive has remained one of the most shocking celebrity crime stories of the century.
The case involved millions in stolen jewelry, elderly robbers who became notorious in France, and years of legal proceedings.
Yet when the final chapter arrived, it wasn’t marked by a massive financial payout. Instead, Kardashian made a decision that transformed the meaning of the verdict entirely.
When people think about the 2016 Paris robbery, the numbers are usually the first thing that come to mind.
Approximately $10 million worth of jewelry disappeared during the raid, including the $4 million engagement ring Kanye West had given Kim Kardashian. Much of what was stolen was never recovered.
However, the reality star’s latest legal victory shows that recovering money was never the point.
According to the Daily Mail, after a Paris court found eight people guilty for their roles in the robbery, Kardashian requested just one euro ($1.15) in compensation.
In a joint statement with stylist Simone Harouche, who was present during the ordeal, Kardashian explained why the ruling mattered.
“The experience was deeply traumatic, and its impact has stayed with us. Today´s decision is not about the compensation, but about accountability and recognition,” she said.
The socialite added, “We are thankful to the Court and everyone who supported us throughout this process, and we hope to now move forward and continue to heal.”
Kardashian Was Not The Only Victim Seeking Recognition
Although Kim Kardashian’s name dominated headlines throughout the case, others affected by the robbery were also waiting for the court’s decision.
One of them was the former receptionist at the Hôtel de Pourtalès, the luxury residence where Kardashian was staying during Paris Fashion Week when the gang struck.
According to the employee’s lawyer, his client had been deeply traumatized by the events of October 2, 2016. Unlike Kardashian, he sought substantial damages, requesting €550,000 ($634,510) in compensation and interest. The court ultimately awarded him €109,516 ($126,329).
His attorney, Mohand Ouidja, described the outcome as a victory. The hotel itself also received compensation, with the court awarding €50,000 ($57,674).
Harouche, Kardashian’s stylist, who endured the terrifying night alongside the mom of four, was awarded the same symbolic amount as her longtime friend: one euro.
Kim Kardashian Says The Case Will Always Stay With Her
Long before the compensation ruling, Kardashian had made it clear that the robbery permanently changed her life.
Following the convictions, she publicly reflected on the lasting impact of the attack, describing it as “the most terrifying experience of my life.”
Despite that trauma, Kardashian also emphasized forgiveness, accountability, and healing.
According to her, “While I’ll never forget what happened, I believe in the power of growth and accountability and pray for healing for all. I remain committed to advocating for justice and promoting a fair legal system.”
Her legal team echoed that sentiment after the latest ruling, sharing, “Kim appreciates the court’s decision and once again thanks the French authorities for treating her with great respect throughout the process.”
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Kardashian Reveals Why She Stopped Wearing Expensive Jewelry
The Paris court may have finally delivered its verdict, but for Kim Kardashian, the robbery’s most lasting consequence was never the missing jewelry or the years of legal proceedings.
It was the way the crime fundamentally changed how she lived. In the years following the 2016 heist, Kardashian repeatedly admitted that the experience forced her to rethink her relationship with luxury, security, and public visibility.
The turning point became even more poignant when she later revealed that one of her most treasured possessions had survived only because of advice Kanye West gave her weeks before the robbery.
According to PEOPLE, during a March 2025 episode of “The Kardashians,” Kardashian recalled that after she posted both of her engagement rings on social media, West warned her, “Are you looking to get robbed?”
She ultimately left her original engagement ring at home before traveling to Paris, while the newer 20-carat ring was stolen during the attack. The robbery also led Kardashian to largely abandon the habit of showcasing expensive jewelry online or wearing large collections in public.
Kim Kardashian’s Paris Robbery Forced ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians’ Into Crisis Mode
The fallout from the robbery extended far beyond Kardashian’s personal life. In the days after the attack, one of television’s biggest reality franchises faced an unprecedented situation.
As concern for Kardashian’s well-being grew, E! made the rare decision to halt production on “Keeping Up With The Kardashians.”
Fox 5 NY reported that filming was immediately placed on hold as the family focused on supporting the television personality in the aftermath of the traumatic ordeal.
Network representatives emphasized that “Kim’s well-being is our core focus right now” and confirmed that no decision had been made about when production would resume.
Weeks later, Kardashian gradually returned to filming, but the incident would eventually become one of the most emotional storylines the series had ever explored.
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Pamela Anderson has dreamy dressing down to a formula, and her latest fall style is no exception. Instead of a stuffy knit or tight top, Anderson wore the chicest, flowiest ‘poncho’ blouse. We’re copying the look for only $12!
In Venice for the Venice Film Festival, Anderson wore a lilac-colored poncho blouse paired with a matching maxi skirt and clutch in the same soft purple. Her blouse style skims the body in all the right places, sweeps over the arms without clinging and lets the fabric do the work. A little boho and a lot glamorous, it screams ‘Italian rich mom.’
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This Hotshawl Chiffon Cape Top is nearly identical to Anderson’s, right down to the elegant lilac shade and loose, floaty sleeves. It’s drapey everywhere, with a curved hem that hits at the perfect spot and sleeves that move when you do.
Better yet, the airy chiffon fabric gives it that expensive feel without the corresponding price tag. One five-star shopper wrote, “Very good quality, flows nicely and adds elegance to an outfit.”
Another happy fan shared, “I had a sleeveless long dress I wanted to wear to a wedding. This covered my arms and dressed up the plain black dress. I was very pleased.”
Style it like Anderson with a matching lilac maxi skirt, or throw it on over a neutral tank and jeans and let the color pop. At only $12, this billowy top is the easiest way to steal a little Venice magic for your own fall wardrobe.
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Let’s face it: Jeans aren’t the most polished. But Celine Dion‘s latest denim style is incredibly luxe, hence why it’s dominating rich mom wardrobes this fall. We found Dion’s classy look on sale for only $37, and it’s selling out as we type!
Leaving her Paris hotel, the songstress proved that the right denim pants can instantly elevate an outfit. She wore a sharp blazer, simple block heels and sleek straight-leg jeans that made Us rethink all the frumpy wide-legs hanging in our closet. With clean lines and a tailored silhouette, this chic Amazon pair hits every note.
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These Sidefeel Straight Leg Jeans skim the hip, fall cleanly to the ankle and pair with heels like they were born to. Like Dion’s, they have a trendy raw hem for that lived-in edge.
Finding your go-to jeans that fit correctly (and comfortably) is challenging enough, but the hunt gets even harder when you want them to be stylish and flattering, too. For fall, we’re ditching pants that dig in or cause that dreaded tummy spillage situation — and luckily, these high-waist jeans nail it. Our top tummy-hiding wonders […]
To make things sweeter, these denim wonders have a stretchy waistband that feels more like leggings than jeans — and it works tummy-control magic behind the scenes. One happy shopper raved, “Love the fit, the fabric is soft yet strong feeling, the length is perfect and the two-button closure has a comfortable and smoothing effect over the tummy area.”
Another five-star fan wrote, “I am a short girl and almost as round as I am tall. Love how they are high-waisted and cover my belly. I have three pairs so far.”
Rock these straight-leg stunners with a blazer for lunch in the city, ballet flats for weekend errands or block heels for dinner reservations where you want to channel Celine Dion’s European energy. With three lengths and plenty of sizes to choose from, you’re destined to find your match.
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ESPN’s Pat McAfee has revealed details from inside Taylor Swift’s private Arrowhead Stadium suite, including how enthusiastic she is while watching her Chiefs tight end husband, Travis Kelce.
“She is all in. She is, every snap, [it] was the most into-it suite we’ve ever been in,” McAfee, 39, said during the Tuesday, September 15, episode of The Pat McAfee Show. “Everybody in there was all in, I mean … then he had that 59-yard catch, oh my God, that is what being a football fan is like. Watching them experience the game was fantastic.”
The former NFL player shared further memories from inside the Kansas City venue when he and Swift, 36, watched the Chiefs win their Monday, September 14, NFL opener against the Denver Broncos, 31-10. He noted that while he did attend the Madison Square Garden wedding of Travis, also 36, and Swift in New York CIty on July 3, Monday offered McAfee his first chance to properly engage with the pop star.
“I got a chance to chit chat with Ms. Taylor Swift last night. Huge day,” he said before sharing a selfie he snapped with her with his show’s viewers. “[I said] ‘Ms. Taylor, is there any way I can get a selfie with you?’ and she said ‘Absolutely.’ She was so kind, so hospitable. Her mom [Andrea Swift] brought sugar-coated bacon strips, candied bacon.”
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McAfee also recalled how Swift ushered him in for a warm hug when he entered the exclusive suite. “It was a thousand degrees so we walk all the way up there, shout to Jason Kelce, I’m dripping in sweat, my shirt is just drenched [and] we open the [door, and the] first person I see: Ms Donna Kelce and Taylor Swift,” he shared. “I look at Ms. Donna, I go ‘Legend, how are you?’ I go to Taylor, ‘Ms. Taylor,’ [and] she goes, ‘Pat, how are you,’ big hug she wants and I’m drenched. This is how I’m meeting Taylor Swift for the first time really … just sweat all over her.”
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A production member of The Pat McAfee Show also added that the vibe inside the room was “absolutely rocking … so loud, hitting the roof every time.”
Swift was joined by Tom Cruise on Monday night, whom McAfee also recalled interacting with. “I potentially talked to Tom Cruise last night. I’ll tell you, I was dripping in sweat and he had a leather jacket on and didn’t have a single drop or bead of sweat anywhere. He doesn’t sweat. I had a big hearty laugh at that,” he said.
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ESPN cameras had captured Swift chatting with Cruise, 64, another guest at Swift and Travis’ wedding, within the suite late in the first quarter.
James Ransone’s widow, Jamie “Skipper” McPhee, has slammed the Emmys for omitting her late husband from its “In Memoriam” segment.
“I didn’t watch the Emmys, so I only now understand how much of a snub this truly was. I am incredibly disappointed @televisionacad,” McPhee wrote in a Tuesday, September 15, Instagram Story shared one day after the event aired. “James Ransone was an incredibly gifted actor and it simply is not right to now acknowledge him and his work.”
The post followed an earlier Instagram Story that first revealed McPhee’s surprise over the omission of Ransone, best known for his roles in HBO’s The Wire and Generation Kill, who died at age 46 in December 2025.
“My husband James Ransone was not acknowledged in memoriam at tonight’s Emmys. He was also not at the Oscars earlier this year,” she wrote via Instagram Stories on Monday, September 14, per a report by Entertainment Weekly. “PJ [Ransone] was impossible, loveable, intolerable and incredible – depends on who you ask. But without question – he was a great actor.”
James Ransone’s wife, Jamie McPhee, broke her silence after the actor’s death at the age of 46. The Wire and It: Chapter Two actor died by suicide on Friday, December 19, per County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner records viewed by Us Weekly. Ransone leaves behind his wife, McPhee, and their two children: son Jack, […]
McPhee concluded in her first post, “But good news is PJ wouldn’t care. He’d actually think it’s funny.”
A spokesperson for the Television Academy, whom McPhee had tagged in her second Instagram Story, shared a statement regarding Ransone’s omission with the outlet on Tuesday. “Every year, the Emmy Awards presents an In Memoriam video for all three ceremonies. Given only a few minutes to honor those who have passed, there is a limit on how many people can be acknowledged on the broadcasts,” the statement read. “The Academy presents a more extensive video, listing the hundreds of names of television colleagues we’ve lost in the past year, on their website.”
McPhee has spoken about her late husband in the wake of his untimely death via social media on several occasions. In May, she shared a candid message about solo parenting as she celebrated her son’s birthday without his father. “Baby king Jack is 7 today,” McPhee captioned a May 5 Instagram post. “I can’t believe it. The most handsome, stubborn, funny, affectionate, strong boy and we wouldn’t want it any other way. Love you to the moon and back! To all of our friends and family — it takes a village indeed. We love everyone so much. Thank you for all your support, love, kindness, food, tears, and laughs these last 5 months. I can finally see that every day is a gift so on this one we celebrate Jack together. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”
Ransone died by suicide last December. He is survived by McPhee, Jack and the couple’s daughter, Violet.
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For Kevin Costner, a simple grocery run has turned into the latest Hollywood mystery. The Oscar-winning actor was recently photographed alongside a blonde companion during a shopping trip near his California estate, sparking widespread speculation about whether the outing was merely friendly or something more.
Now, the woman at the center of the attention has been identified, and the discovery has revealed an intriguing connection to one of Costner’s favorite places, while also spotlighting a 31-year age gap that has only fueled further curiosity.
The most surprising detail about the mystery blonde woman, Jennifer Milburn’s connection to Kevin Costner may not be their supermarket outing at all. Instead, it appears the answer could lie hundreds of miles away in Colorado.
Milburn has spent years building ties in Aspen, the exclusive mountain enclave where Costner owns his sprawling Dunbar Ranch.
Before becoming director of partnerships for Simon Sinek’s The Optimism Company, Milburn worked for nearly six years at celebrity-favorite western retailer Kemo Sabe.
The former Delta flight attendant also established herself in the community through local modeling work and has embraced the area so fully that she uses the Instagram handle “@theaspenjenn.”
Her social media presence showcases life among horses, ranches, and luxury mountain properties, a lifestyle that mirrors the world Costner has cultivated at his famous Colorado retreat.
The “Yellowstone” actor’s 160-acre Dunbar Ranch has become one of Aspen’s most recognizable celebrity compounds, featuring 12 bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and enough space to accommodate 27 guests.
Costner’s Grocery Outing Sparked Questions Neither Side Is Answering
What transformed an ordinary errand into a headline-making moment was not what Kevin Costner and Jennifer Milburn bought, but how they appeared together while doing it.
The pair were photographed shopping at an Albertsons near the 71-year-old’s Santa Barbara-area property, loading up on everyday items including steaks, vegetables, grapefruit juice, and cereal.
Speaking to the Daily Mail, witnesses described the two as being “extremely affectionate,” a characterization that immediately fueled speculation about the nature of their relationship.
Photos from the outing showed the duo moving comfortably through the store, with Milburn taking charge at times, including pointing out selections at the meat counter.
Afterward, they headed back to Costner’s gray Mercedes-Benz, with the movie star returning the shopping cart before leaving.
Milburn has done little to clarify the situation. When contacted by the Daily Mail, she confirmed that she was the woman photographed alongside Costner. However, when asked directly whether she and Costner were romantically involved, she abruptly ended the conversation.
Kevin Costner’s Dating Life Is Facing New Scrutiny
The attention surrounding Milburn arrives at an interesting moment in Costner’s personal life.
Just last year, reports linked the twice-divorced filmmaker to filmmaker Kelly Noonan Gores, the former wife of billionaire Alex Gores.
Sources described that relationship as “private and casual,” with the two reportedly spending time together in Aspen after meeting through mutual friends.
One source told Us Weekly in January, “After such a public and expensive divorce, he’s being cautious.”
The insider added that the pair would “see each other when schedules allow, often spending time at his Santa Barbara estate” and “love dinners at home, walks on the beach and quiet nights in.”
Another source suggested Costner had little interest in rushing toward anything serious, claiming he was “not looking for a serious relationship or marriage any time soon.”
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Costner Admitted Divorce Remained An Emotional Daily Battle
Before Kevin Costner’s name was linked to Kelly Noonan Gores the actor was still grappling with the emotional fallout from the end of his marriage to Christine Baumgartner.
In his candid 2024 GQ cover story, Costner made it clear that the divorce was not something he had simply moved past, describing it as one of several major challenges weighing on him while he fought to bring his passion project, “Horizon: An American Saga,” to life.
While discussing the personal and professional pressures he was facing, Costner admitted, “So much. Very serious stuff. And those things are very important. I have to deal with them. And I have to deal with them on a daily basis, emotionally, historically almost.”
He also rejected suggestions that his decision to mortgage property and finance “Horizon” contributed to the breakdown of the marriage, saying, “No, they’re not related.”
The Hollywood star acknowledged that the divorce, combined with responsibilities to his children and mounting public scrutiny, had left him carrying a heavy emotional burden.
Despite that, Costner insisted he would not lose himself amid the turmoil, choosing instead to keep moving forward even as he privately dealt with what many outlets later described as a “crushing” chapter in his life.
Kevin Costner And Jennifer Lopez Rumors Refuse To Go Away
The emotional struggles Costner described in his GQ interview also help explain why so much attention was paid to his love life following his divorce.
While he was trying to adjust to a new chapter personally, fans and media outlets were busy looking for signs that he might be ready to move on romantically.
One of the biggest stories to emerge during that period involved Jennifer Lopez. According to The Blast, the rumors began during the 2024 holiday season.
Lopez had just split from Ben Affleck, while Costner was adjusting to life after his divorce from Baumgartner. When the pair were spotted at Aspen hotspot Kemo Sabe, the internet immediately went into overdrive.
Witnesses described the atmosphere as relaxed and friendly. Photos showed the two spending time in the celebrity-favorite western store, which has become something of an institution among Aspen’s elite visitors.
Social media amplified the rumors even further. Some fans became convinced there was more to the encounter than a chance meeting. One report noted that the pair appeared to be “having a merry time drinking and laughing” alongside friends at the venue, which only intensified the speculation.
However, the excitement quickly ran ahead of the facts. Follow-up reporting suggested there was little evidence of an actual romance.
Multiple outlets later characterized the encounter as largely innocuous, with no confirmation that the two were dating. In fact, subsequent reports indicated Costner moved on to his relationship with Gores, while Lopez focused on her own post-divorce life.
Scott Speedman has made the move from Grey’s Anatomy to a more permanent appearance on RJ Decker — but who does the actor and the rest of the cast play?
Based on Carl Hiaasen‘s novel Double Whammy, RJ Decker focuses on a disgraced newspaper photographer and ex-con who “starts over as a private investigator in the colorful-if-crime-filled world of South Florida, tackling cases that range from slightly odd to outright bizarre, with the help of his journalist ex, her police detective wife and a shadowy new benefactor — a woman from his past who could be his greatest ally … or his one-way ticket back to prison.”
Speedman plays the titular role while Jaina Lee Ortiz, Kevin Rankin, Adelaide Clemens and Bevin Bru round out the rest of the cast. Before RJ Decker, Speedman won over Grey’s Anatomy fans as a guest star, playing Nick on season 14. He then appeared as a main cast member during seasons 18 and 19 before taking a break from the show.
Speedman rejoined the cast as a recurring character for season 20 and has remained on Grey’s Anatomy since. His commitment to the medical drama hasn’t impacted his ability to also be front and center on RJ Decker.
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“Scott is great. He’s such a professional. He shows up, he has all his lines memorized and he is just so great,” Ortiz gushed exclusively to Us Weekly earlier this month. “He’s present and I love that every scene is different and it’s very unexpected and unanticipated. There’s something new that happens in every take and that’s what I love the most.”
Clemens had a similar reaction to sharing the screen with Speedman, saying, “He’s so fun. We have a great time and there’s a lot of unspoken stuff that happens. It’s really fun with our characters where they make each other laugh and even just the little things. When you’ve known someone so well, you know what they’re going to say and what a little twitch of their eyebrow means. Things that irritate you also charm you.”
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Scott Speedman
The actor portrays the titular role of a disgraced newspaper photographer and ex-con who solves cases in Florida.
Jaina Lee Ortiz
Jaina Lee Ortiz plays Emilia “Emi” Ochoa who is responsible for sending R.J. to prison at the order of her corrupt father who is a state senator.
Scott Speedman is making the move from Grey’s Anatomy’s Seattle to RJ Decker‘s South Florida — but where is his show actually filmed? Based on Carl Hiaasen‘s novel Double Whammy, RJ Decker, focuses on a disgraced newspaper photographer and ex-con who “starts over as a private investigator in the colorful-if-crime-filled world of South Florida, tackling […]
Kevin Rankin
Aloysius “Wish” Aiken, played by Kevin Rankin, is R.J.’s former cellmate and a current bar owner.
Adelaide Clemens
R.J.’s ex-wife and journalist Catherine Delacroix is played by Adelaide Clemens.
Bevin Bru
Bevin Bru brings Melody “Mel” Abreu to life. The character is Catherine’s current wife and a detective at Fort Lauderdale Police Department.
Melissa McCarthy is taking on a dramatic new role in Netflix‘s upcoming scripted series about the JonBenét Ramsey case. The actress will portray JonBenét’s mother, Patsy Ramsey, bringing a different character to the screen than many fans may be used to seeing her play. The series will revisit one of the most widely known and scrutinized cases in true crime that remains unsolved to this day.
On September 15, Netflix gave a first look at Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen as Patsy and John Ramsey in the upcoming limited series “The Murder of JonBenét Ramsey.”
The comedic actress looked almost unrecognizable as she transformed into Patsy, JonBenét’s mother who was thrust into the spotlight following her daughter’s murder.
The series will explore the unsolved case of 6-year-old JonBenét, who was discovered deceased in the basement of her Boulder, Colorado home on December 26, 1996.
Apart from McCarthy and Owen, other cast members include Emily Mitchell, Garrett Hedlund, Alison Pill, Shea Whigham, Owen Teague, Clifton Collins Jr., Angus Caldwell, and Jaime Ray Newman. The series will premiere on December 10, 2026, nearly 30 years after the murder.
The Actress Takes On A Challenging Role
McCarthy is best known for her comedic roles in movies such as “Bridesmaids,” “The Heat,” and “Identity Thief,” making her portrayal of Patsy Ramsey a notable departure from the types of characters she typically plays.
In an interview with Entertainment Tonight at the 2025 Golden Globes, McCarthy said “it was quite a challenge” to step into the shoes of JonBenét’s mother. She also spoke about the media circus that surrounded the case, saying the Ramseys were treated like “blood sport” as their lives became the subject of intense public scrutiny.
McCarthy believes they did a “great version” of the story, and she hopes it gives JonBenét’s family their humanity. “It’s been rewarding and challenging at the same time,” she said of the series.
Melissa McCarthy Earned An Oscar Nod For A Dramatic Role
Just watched ‘Can You Ever Forgive me?’ Melissa McCarthy is outstanding as literary fraudster, Lee Israel. Quirky and brilliant. pic.twitter.com/wI0ZIbxkBk
— Neil Alexander (@neilalexander_) January 19, 2020
While McCarthy has built much of her career around comedy, she has also taken on some serious roles.
In 2018, she played real-life celebrity biographer Lee Israel in the biopic “Can You Ever Forgive Me?” for which she was nominated for Best Actress at the Academy Awards.
Other serious roles followed, including tough ’70s hosewife Kathy Brennan in “The Kitchen,” struggling romance novelist Frances Welty in “Nine Perfect Strangers,” and grief-stricken Lilly Maynard in “The Starling.”
“I started in standup, and then did all dramatic work, so I really love it. I gravitate towards it. I think the joy of doing both is kind of heaven,” McCarthy said about taking on projects comedic and dramatic roles.
John And Patsy Ramsey Faced Public Scrutiny After Their Daughter’s Murder
JonBenét’s parents became the target of police investigation after the murder. The Boulder Police Department worked on a theory that the murder was an inside job staged by John and Patsy. The District Attorney’s office and private investigators, however, believed an intruder committed the crime.
In 1999, a grand jury voted to indict the couple, but the DA refused to sign the indictment, citing there was not enough evidence to prove a case against John and Patsy.
In 2008, Boulder County District Attorney Mary Lacy officially cleared John, Patsy, and their son Burke, in JonBenét’s murder after uknown male DNA was found on the victim’s clothing.
Prosecutors also apologized for what the family went through in addition to losing JonBenét. “No innocent person should have to endure such an extensive trial in the court of public opinion,” the DA wrote.
JonBenét Ramsey’s Case Is Still Open
Patsy died in 2006 after battling ovarian cancer. John is 82 years old and continues to search for answers about his daughter’s murder. He actively participates in documentaries about the case and has direct communication with authorities.
The Boulder Police Department releases annual updates about JonBenét’s case, and in a statement in 2025, they reaffirm that it “remains a top priority” and shared they conducted new interviews and re-interviewed others.
“It is never too late for people with knowledge of this terrible crime to come forward,” they noted.
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