Netflix premiered streaming television as we know it today. The company went from being a physical media rental service to a streaming hub, and finally a studio and hosting platform. Netflix is known for rigid rules around its content, with binge releases as its preferred method for new shows and seasons. And when it comes to movies, the streamer prefers to make them available to all subscribers globally at once. The problem is that it does submit some of its movies to the Academy for consideration, and the Academy also has its rules.

One of them is that a movie must have been released theatrically to be eligible for an Oscar. On some occasions, the streamer relaxes its rules and gives some movies a limited theatrical release. Marriage Story, All Quiet on the Western Front, and The Irishman are Netflix movies that first premiered in theaters before becoming available for streaming. The Academy requires that eligible movies be released in commercial theaters for at least seven consecutive days in their countries of origin.

One of the buzziest films this year at Cannes is the Spanish epic La Bola Negra (The Black Ball), which won the Best Director Award. Directed by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, the film was acquired by Netflix, and the streaming service has been pushing it for numerous award categories. To make it eligible for some of the major categories it is being submitted for, Netflix has given La Bola Negra an unprecedented 47-day exclusive U.S. theatrical window, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The last film to get such a long release was Marriage Story in 2019, at 31 days. La Bola Negra officially hits US theaters on October 16 before being available to stream on Netflix globally on December 2.

What Is ‘La Bola Negra’ About?

Spanning nearly a century, the film “tells the story of three men whose lives are intimately connected through desire, pain, and inheritance, across three different eras — 1932, 1937, and 2017.” The queer drama was directed by the Spanish directing duo nicknamed Los Javis because they were romantic partners with the same first name. They co-wrote the screenplay with Alberto Conejero. The 157-minute musical drama stars newcomer Guitarricadelafuente, Miguel Bernardeau (Elite), Glenn Close (Hillbilly Elegy), and Penélope Cruz (The Invite), among others. Critics seem generally impressed with the film, giving it an 88% score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Watch La Bola Negra in theaters beginning October 16 before it hits Netflix on December 2. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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September 25, 2026

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Javier Ambrossi

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Victoria “BroRilla” Woods shared her opinion after Claressa Shields said that she’d like Angela Bassett to portray her in a biopic. Woods shared a video on Instagram on Wednesday, September 2, and the clip is spicy.

RELATED: Riding For Her Man! 5 Times Claressa Shields Stood By Her Relationship With Papoose (VIDEOS)

There is already one movie based on Shields’ life, the 2024 film ‘The Fire Inside,’ and she was asked about a future biopic during an interview with The Shade Room.

The boxing pro was asked if she could have any actress play her in a hypothetical movie based on her next chapter, who would she prefer? Shields admitted that she didn’t watch many movies, but she listed the Academy Award-winning actress, Angela Bassett.

Shields also listed Keke Palmer, and for Papoose, she named Morris Chestnut, Taye Diggs, and Jabari Banks.

BroRilla Pops Off Following Shields’ Interview

BroRilla shared a video on Instagram, and it would appear that she didn’t agree with Shields’ imaginary movie cast.

Woods delivered a passionate monologue with her unfiltered opinion on the matter, and she admitted that she was trolling Shields in the clip for talking about her relationship with her sister, GloRilla.

“You think Angela Bassett would play you?” asked BroRilla, in part.

See the full video below.

Fans Defend Shields After BroRilla’s Critique

After BroRilla’s video was shared on TSR’s Instagram page, Roomies took to the comment section to defend Shields’ imaginary cast.

User @faithdonna.z wrote, “Y’all acting like she submitted the casting budget to Hollywood 😭 She was asked who she WANTS to play them, not who y’all approved. Let sis have her dream cast 😂.”

While @sway_thepro added, “Damn she can dream big. That’s the goal. Think and dream BIG! Crazy that people make fun of it. Smh That’s why she’s a goat and some people stuck in life because they don’t dream big enough. Like why do we have to tear each other down? Sh*t is sad.”

Additionally, user @teeteeswivae added, “Why are y’all upset that she mentioned she’ll luv if her fav actress & actor play in her biopic. People really just be mad about anything now in days 🤦🏾.”

BroRilla may not think Chestnut looks enough like Papoose for a non-existent biopic, but several fans thought of someone they think who does.

Furthermore @kichainz had another suggestion that several users co-signed. “Well Brorilla you look like a good fit to play Pap 🤷🏾‍♀️.”

While @raquellashaun added, “im deadd🤣🤣🤣.”

Additionally, user @sky_nina220 replied, “lol I always put lol’ but this right here made me laugh FORREAL 😭😭😭😭.”

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Boston Blue Season 2 premieres in just over a month, and fans will finally get answers to the major questions left hanging after the Season 1 finale. Among the biggest developments, as teased by the newly unveiled plot details, is the return of a familiar Blue Bloods face, coming two years after the 14-season legal drama came to an end. As fans may recall, Blue Bloods, comprising 293 episodes, concluded on December 13, 2024, just a few months before CBS greenlit Boston Blue, the spin-off centered on Danny Reagan (Donnie Wahlberg), which premiered on October 17, 2025.

Having aired earlier in May, the Boston Blue Season 1 finale ended on a major cliffhanger for Detective Brian Rodgers (Ryan Broussard), who was attacked and seemingly left for dead in a river. Season 2 is expected to shed light on his fate while expanding the Reagan family’s presence in the series with the return of Henry Reagan. Portrayed by Len Cariou, Henry is the Reagan family patriarch and a former New York City Police Commissioner. He is Frank Reagan’s (Tom Selleck) father and Danny’s grandfather, making his return particularly significant as Boston Blue continues to build its connection to the original series.

Boston Blue Season 2 premieres October 9, 2026, at 10/9c on CBS, with the episode titled “The Crash.” Per TV Insider, CBS has released the first plot details, along with two first-look images confirming the returns of Wahlberg and Sonequa Martin-Green as Danny and Lena, respectively. Lena appears to have recovered from the gunshot wound she suffered in the Season 1 finale. Meanwhile, the premiere synopsis doesn’t reveal Rodgers’ fate, but it does confirm the investigation into the attack against him remains ongoing.

“When a series of murders begins mirroring the infamous Boston Strangler killings, Danny and Lena race to stop a copycat killer before he strikes again. As panic grips the city, Jonah and Sean, fresh off their rookie year, as well as Henry Reagan, jump in to help Danny and Lena track down and arrest the killer. Also, Danny faces a career-defining promotion while Lena uncovers a lead that could link the attack on Detective Rodgers to a powerful figure.”

Who Stars in ‘Boston Blue’ Season 2?

In the upcoming Boston Blue season, Wahlberg and Martin-Green will be joined by Gloria Reuben, Ernie Hudson, Maggie Lawson, Mika Amonsen, and Marcus Scribner. Marisa Ramirez is also set to return as Maria Baez, reprising her Blue Bloods role. Another Blue Bloods alum, Will Estes, is alsoset to return as Jamie Reagan, though CBS has not yet confirmed which episode will feature his return. Additionally, Erik King and Alisha Wainwright, who joined the series late in Season 1 as Lena’s biological father, Chris, and half-sister, Kristina, are expected to return; however, their Season 2 appearances have not yet been officially confirmed.

Boston Blue Season 2 premieres next month on CBS. Stay tuned to Collider for the latest network TV news.

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October 17, 2025

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Terri Kopp, Pam Veasey, Rebecca Perry Cutter, Brandon Margolis, Brandon Sonnier

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Jennifer Aniston‘s new relationship is already causing tongues to wag, and the latest whispers are coming from her own circle.

Her romance with Jim Curtis has attracted plenty of attention, but reports that some friends aren’t fully sold on him add a surprising twist. More than a year into the romance, Curtis has become an increasingly visible part of her life, making the latest concerns about their relationship even more intriguing.

Jennifer Aniston and Jim Curtis first sparked romance rumors in July 2025 after being photographed together in Mallorca, Spain, before Aniston made their relationship Instagram-official in November of that year.

Jennifer Aniston’s romance with Jim Curtis may be going well for the couple, but some of the people closest to her are reportedly still taking a wait-and-see approach.

“Some of Jen’s friends aren’t totally sold on Jim yet,” according to a source, adding that “they worry he could be an opportunist” and sometimes comes across as “a bit performative.” Still, the hesitation does not appear to come from a lack of love for Aniston.

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As another insider put it, “Everybody adores Jen and just wants the best for her because she absolutely deserves the world,” making the reported concerns sound less like an attack on Curtis and more like friends simply wanting to protect someone they care about.

The Verdict On This Romance Is Far From Unanimous

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Interestingly, not everyone in Jennifer Aniston’s world shares the doubts. Other people in her inner circle reportedly have a completely different opinion of Curtis and have embraced the relationship.

Sources told Page Six that some friends “absolutely adore Jim” and feel he fits seamlessly into their circle. They also reportedly believe the couple complements each other on several levels, making the split opinions around the romance even more striking.

Those supporters reportedly see something especially positive in the relationship, saying they “haven’t seen Jen this happy in a long time.” With some friends raising concerns while others could not be happier for the pair, the romance is clearly inspiring very different reactions behind the scenes.

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Jim Curtis Says He Feels ‘Blessed’ To Be With Jennifer Aniston

While some of Jennifer Aniston’s friends are reportedly still watching Jim Curtis with a little skepticism, Curtis has been offering a much warmer account of where he stands with the actress.

Rather than talking only about their romance, he recently opened up about the people around Aniston and the welcome he says he’s received from them.

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As reported by The Blast, Curtis described Aniston’s longtime friends as a “group of best friends that are like family,” saying he feels “incredibly blessed” to have become part of that tight-knit circle.

He also praised the community around her as “such a beautiful community and group of people,” suggesting that being accepted into her world has become an important part of their relationship.

Curtis was just as complimentary when he spoke about Aniston herself, saying their relationship was “going really well” and describing her as “open and caring and kind and loving.”

He ultimately said he feels “blessed to be in a relationship with someone that is so open-hearted and kind and loving,” giving his version of the romance a notably sincere tone as questions about his intentions continue to swirl around the couple.

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Behind The Confidence Is A ‘Deep, Deep Fear’ 

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Behind the polished public image, Jennifer Aniston recently admitted that she is still working through a fear that has followed her for years. The revelation came during an appearance alongside Jim Curtis, turning what was supposed to be a conversation about his new book into a surprisingly personal moment for the actress.

During a fan Q&A, Aniston was asked about a possibility she was choosing in her own life. She revealed that she was “choosing to overcome a very deep, deep fear of public speaking,” despite having just spent the evening onstage interviewing Curtis in front of a packed audience.

The Blast reported that Aniston also opened up about how she handles pressure, saying she relies on meditation and “five deep, deep breaths” to stay grounded.

The candid admission offered a rare glimpse behind the confidence fans usually see, especially as the actress continues navigating a relationship that is drawing increasing attention.

Jennifer Aniston’s Past Relationships Make This Romance Even More Intriguing

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Jennifer Aniston’s relationship with Jim Curtis is unfolding against a long history of high-profile romances, making the actress’s current approach to love especially interesting. After years of attention surrounding her personal life, this chapter appears to be taking a very different shape.

Her marriage to Justin Theroux lasted only three years before they filed for divorce, although the former couple has remained friends. The Blast also noted that Aniston’s relationship history includes her highly publicized marriage to Brad Pitt, as well as several earlier romances that kept her love life firmly in the spotlight.

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Now, with Curtis repeatedly describing how secure and happy their relationship feels, the contrast with Aniston’s past makes the romance even more compelling.

The Young and the Restless indicates that Phyllis Summers (Michelle Stafford) is fixated on the new man in her life, Matt Clark (Roger Howarth). But he just considered running away because of his dark side. So, Phyllis is now cooking up one of her harebrained schemes. It’s sure to blow up in her face, and it could actually get somebody hurt.

She promised Matt that she was going to make him the most respected person in Genoa City. But Phyllis’ big plan could get Sharon Newman (Sharon Case) hurt. Today we’re going to talk about Phyllis’ scheme. And all the ways this could blow up in her and Matt’s faces.

Young and the Restless: Phyllis Panicking over Matt

So, this week, Phyllis was freaking out. She was worried about Matt. And when he called Phyllis in tears, of course, she went running to the Riverside Motel. To pet and cuddle Matt after he had that terrible visit with Patty Williams. It made Matt feel like he is doomed to fall back into darkness. And we saw before he called, Phyllis was asking everybody, “Where’s Matt? What did the Newmans do?”

But now that she knows, she’s not letting on that she found him. So, it sounds like Phyllis may want people to think Matt took off and left Genoa City. Of course, while they do some plotting. And Phyllis was telling Matt that they just need a plan to redeem him. And that way, Phyllis and Matt can prove to everybody in town that he is truly a changed man.

Of course, Phyllis comes up with cockamamie schemes because that’s what Phyllis does. She comes up with wild plans that rarely ever work out. Her plan to trick Danny Romalotti to (Michael Damian) thinking he was Daniel Romalotti’s (Michael Graziadei) dad blew up in her face. The stuff with Summer Newman’s (Allison Lanier) paternity and when she was cheating on Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) with Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) and lying all went bad.

Phyllis Never Learns on Y&R

But I think the worst Phyllis scheme in recent years was when she faked her own death with help from Jeremy Stark (James Hyde). Because if you remember, Phyllis wound up killing him, her husband. Because she had married him. Then Daniel and Summer hated Phyllis for a long time for this sketchy move because they were grieving her death.

And even more recently, we had Phyllis scheming with Cane Ashby (Billy Flynn) and the whole AI thing that wound up blowing up in her face also. And now Phyllis is scheming again. I think we all know it’s not going to end well. But despite all her past failures with insane plots, Phyllis has not learned her lesson. And this time, she has roped Matt Clark into it. And of course, he has no idea how badly that all of Phyllis’s past schemes have backfired on her because he doesn’t know her history.

But at the same time, Matt doesn’t want to be a town pariah. So, he’s going to try Phyllis’s plan. She’s falling in love with Matt. She thinks he’s totally changed. So, Phyllis thinks she and Matt need to target Sharon to prove it. Not to harm her. But Phyllis wants to set up a situation to put Sharon at some sort of fake risk, and then Matt saves her. So the question is how will they do it?

Young and Restless: Phyllis Traps Sharon

Well, first of all, Phyllis could redo a blast from the past. Remember a few years back, Adam caused a blackout at Chance.com while plotting against Billy and the elevator got locked down with Chelsea Lawson (Melissa Claire Egan) inside of it. She tried to climb out. She conked her head and it led to a bunch of messy stuff. So, Phyllis could make sure that Sharon is in an elevator, maybe at Newman Towers, maybe the GCAC. And then she rigs the elevator.

And if Phyllis traps Sharon, it might actually trigger some of her trauma from the whole Martin Laurent (Christopher Cousins) kidnap stuff. Then Matt could swoop in, pry the doors open, and pull her out. And Sharon would be really grateful and would probably tell everybody Matt saved her. Phyllis could spread the word of his daring deed. Matt could pretend to even risk his own safety to save Sharon to make it look even more believable. Like as soon as Matt pulls her out, the elevator could plummet.

Young and the Restless: Phyllis & Matt Rig Sharon’s Car

Another thing that we could see is Matt and Phyllis could stage a car accident with Sharon. They could rig her car, maybe loosen a tire so it falls off or mess with the brakes when Phyllis knows that Sharon’s driving home to the Newman Ranch or something. Not on like a dangerous windy cliff road. And Phyllis could make sure that Matt is following in his car. So when Sharon has her crash, then he can save her. Phyllis could even tamper with things so that maybe there’s a fire in the wreck and that Matt saved Sharon from something that seems really scary and dire but was actually cleverly orchestrated.

Another idea is they could stage a mugging or an attempted kidnapping. Phyllis could hire somebody to go after Sharon. I mean, heck, it could even be Phyllis in a mask because she’s pretty tall and she or somebody else pretends to attack Sharon and steal her purse and then Matt swoops in and saves Sharon.

You know, Phyllis could also hire some thug to target Sharon for a mugging or a kidnapping and then Matt saves her, punches the guy who runs off and somehow gets away. Phyllis can afford to pay somebody to do this and that way she would have an alibi, and Matt would look super heroic.

Phyllis Stages a Fall for Sharon on Y&R

So another option for this scheme based on what Phyllis says to Matt this week is we could see something more perilous. It was a bit of a red flag when Phyllis said at one point she’d have been happy to see Sharon dangling off the top of Newman Towers. So maybe dangling is going to be part of this terrible plan.

You know, Phyllis could lure Sharon out somewhere and stage a fall or a near-fall. You know, maybe Phyllis gets Sharon to meet her at the Chancellor Overlook and sets it up for her to trip and be dangling by her fingertips and then Matt’s conveniently there to pull Sharon up from the brink of death or serious injury. That would be out in public so lots of people could see Matt saving Sharon because the more public eyes on Matt playing hero, the better for Phyllis scheme to redeem Matt in everybody’s eyes.

But there are so many things that can go wrong with any and all of these plans. So, another thing that she might consider similar to the kidnapping or mugging plot is Phyllis could hire somebody to stage a fake armed robbery at Crimson Lights. So, Matt could be in there having a latte and Phyllis sends in a hired henchman with a fake gun or a gun that’s not supposed to be loaded to make Sharon think she’s being robbed.

And then Matt could pounce on the gunman, punch him, and the guy, you know, runs off out of the coffee shop while Matt comforts Sharon and calls 911 to report this fake robbery. That way, it would be a matter of public record that Matt almost took a bullet to save Sharon. It could be impressive on Young and the Restless.

Phyllis & Matt Doomed Young and the Restless

But no matter what scheme Phyllis chooses, I don’t see any of it working because first of all, her plots always end up blowing up in the end. Second, Sharon may smell a rat and realize the dangerous event with some sort of setup because she knows what a schemer that Phyllis is and things just seem off. And third, it might not work because Phyllis’ plan goes awry and Sharon actually gets hurt when she’s not supposed to. Like the robber accidentally left a bullet chambered in his gun and a shot is fired and maybe Sharon is grazed.

Or the mugger Phyllis hires decided to be opportunistic and really mug Sharon and she winds up harmed. Or in a dangling scenario, if Matt doesn’t get to her and grab her in time, Sharon could take an actual tumble and break an arm or a leg or somebody else runs over and saves her and then Matt’s implicated because he was nearby and blamed for shoving her or something. I absolutely think this is going to blow up in Phyllis and Matt’s faces and they’ll wind up looking even worse because honestly it’s classic Phyllis to wind up a complete disaster.

Roomies, the legal situation surrounding Kroy Biermann Jr., the eldest son of reality TV stars Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann, is reportedly getting more serious as the case continues to make its way through the Georgia court system. New court filings are shedding more light on what prosecutors are alleging — and the latest development means Kroy Jr. is now facing multiple charges stemming from accusations made by a female classmate.

RELATED: Kim Zolciak Claps Back Amid Reports Of Temporarily Losing Custody Of Her Kids With Kroy Biermann (UPDATE)

Kroy Jr. Faces Seven Charges In New Indictment

According to court documents, a Georgia grand jury reportedly indicted Kroy Jr. on Thursday in connection with allegations involving a female classmate. The indictment reportedly contains seven charges tied to an alleged incident that took place inside a gym changing room. The charges reportedly include aggravated child molestation, aggravated sodomy, aggravated sexual battery, three counts of aggravated sexual battery involving a child under 16, and false imprisonment.

One of the aggravated sexual battery allegations reportedly accuses Kroy Jr. of making unwanted physical contact with the alleged victim. It’s important to note that these are allegations contained in the indictment. Kroy Jr. is presumed innocent unless and until he is proven guilty in court. The latest development comes after Kroy Jr. was arrested last month following a months-long investigation into the allegations. His mother, Kim Zolciak, has publicly denied that her son did anything wrong and has continued to stand by him as the legal process unfolds.

Kroy Jr. Previously Appeared In Court Seeking Bond

Before the indictment was reportedly issued, Kroy Jr. appeared before a judge as his attorneys sought bond while the case moved forward. His legal team reportedly highlighted several factors they believe should weigh in the court’s decision, including Kroy Jr.’s academic record, scholarship opportunities, and ties to the community. His attorney also reportedly told the court that Kroy Jr. had taken a polygraph examination and answered two questions related to the allegations.

However, the specific questions asked during the examination were not disclosed. The reported results were also not made public. The bond request is part of the broader legal process now underway. Attorneys on both sides are preparing for the case to continue through the Georgia court system. A bond decision would determine the conditions under which Kroy Jr. could remain out of custody while the case continues.

Kim Zolciak Has Spoken Out

The case has also drawn attention because of Kroy Jr.’s well-known family background. His parents, Kim Zolciak and former NFL player Kroy Biermann, have spent years in the public eye through reality television and their highly publicized family life. Kim has previously spoken out in defense of her son and denied that he committed the alleged conduct. Her comments come as the family continues to deal with the legal situation privately while the case remains pending.

Kim Zolciak has previously spoken out about the matter, sharing in a statement: “The allegations being made against my son are nothing short of reckless and deeply troubling. He categorically denies ever being involved with this woman or engaging in the conduct she has alleged.”

What Happens Next?

The next stages of the case are expected to play out in a Georgia court. With the reported indictment now in place, Kroy Jr.’s attorneys can continue working on his defense. Meanwhile, prosecutors are expected to move forward with the case. Additional hearings could provide more information about the bond, potential restrictions placed on Kroy Jr., and other procedural matters. If the case ultimately goes to trial, prosecutors would be required to prove the charges against him. They would have to establish his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

For now, Kroy Jr. remains legally presumed innocent, and the allegations have not been proven in court. Any future court rulings or filings could provide additional insight into the case. They could also shed light on what comes next for the reality TV family’s eldest son.

RELATED: Kim Zolciak Temporarily Loses Custody Of Children With Estranged Husband Kroy Biermann Amid Ongoing Divorce

Former Dancing With the Stars host Brooke Burke was initially caught off guard when she was let go from the ballroom competition show.

“My times in the ballroom were epic and amazing. I have such great memories and relationships. It’s really the industry,” Burke, 54, recalled on the Thursday, September 3, episode of Tamsen Fadal’s eponymous podcast. “I mean, my contract was up. It was being renegotiated, but it was happening; my dressing room was being painted. It wasn’t, like, we were waiting for a negotiation.”

Suddenly, Burke received a call from production that “they were making a change” and she “wouldn’t be returning.”

After competing and winning DWTS season 7 in 2008, Burke joined longtime cohost Tom Bergeron in the skybox for eight seasons from 2010 to 2014. (Burke was replaced by fellow former contestant Erin Andrews, who was ousted alongside Bergeron, 71, in 2020 due to ABC going in a “new creative direction” before Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough took over hosting duties.)

Related: Brooke Burke Recalls ‘Really Disappointing’ Exit as ‘DWTS’ Cohost

Brooke Burke did not hold back while sharing her true feelings about her exit from cohosting Dancing With the Stars. When asked whether she “had enough” of her hosting gig, Burke, 52, replied on the Sunday, July 7, episode of the “Getting Grilled With Curtis Stone” podcast, “I probably had enough, but then when you […]

As for Burke, she was plagued with self-doubt after being axed from the ABC competition series.

“There was a change that was taking place, and I did go through that inner dialogue … ‘Was it me? Nobody that loves you breaks up with you,’” she admitted. “I was like, ‘If they really loved me so much, was I good enough? What kind of work was I really bringing to the ballroom? Was it my age? Are they looking for a change? Was it culture? Was it ethnicity?’ There’s all kinds of things that happened.”

Burke continued, “Because I had such a great experience, that makes it even more complicated. So, I had to chalk it up as, ‘That’s the industry and sometimes it’s time for change.’ Maybe there was a bigger reason, unknown to me, which is the hard part of navigating the industry.”

For Burke, she acknowledged that she’s a person who will “accept whatever’s coming [her] way” and propel herself forward.

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Former Dancing With the Stars host Brooke Burke won’t be making a return to the ballroom for the show’s 20th birthday special after her 2014 exit. Burke, 54, explained why she won’t be attending the highly anticipated event during the Tuesday, November 4, episode of Jennie Garth’s “I Choose Me” podcast. “A redo is hard […]

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“In [the] best case scenario, I was sort of like, ‘Ooh, I’ve been here for eight years. I won Dancing with the Stars somehow, [which was] amazing. I had the privilege and the blessing to host the show, now what am I going to do?’” the TV personality recalled. “‘Am I going to New York? Am I going to go do talk [shows]? What’s my next step?’ I had four children at home … and my commitment as a mother, I wasn’t gonna really explore a lot of the opportunities because I wanted to be home, first and foremost. My priority was to be a mother.”

Burke, who shares Neriah and Sierra with Garth Fisher and Heaven and Shaya with David Charvet, further claimed that she never got a definitive reason about why she was cut from the ballroom.

“There really wasn’t an answer other than that they wanted to make a change,” she said. “I think the host that they chose was very relevant at the time … with Erin, she did an absolutely fine job. Change is hard though in an industry [and], kind of, being a princess of the ballroom and having the trophy and hosting and having great relationships and loving the pros.”

James Gunn is back on social media once again, doing what he does best — interacting with fans. The DC filmmaker takes time out of his busy schedule to reply to comments, while also addressing rumors and speculation about upcoming DC projects, including this recent one involving the Blue Beetle animated series.

Recently, DC announced it would be scrapping some projects, some of which were initially announced when Gunn and Peter Safran took over DC in 2023 and announced “Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters”. So it comes as no surprise that people started speculating another DC project was added to that list of shelved projects, despite the filmmaker confirming in the past that it was still in the works.

On social media, a fan asked Gunn whether Blue Beetle was scrapped after a video by another content creator reacted to news that the animated show was cancelled. In response, Gunn reminded people that he had previously addressed Blue Beetle‘s status and that the cancellation rumors were not true. Responding to rumors has been a common thread in Gunn’s social media activity; in the past, he had to address misinformation about the upcoming Batman project, The Brave and the Bold, as well as rumors about a Teen Titans adaptation.

What Is ‘Blue Beetle’ About?

Blue Beetle is an upcoming DC animated superhero series that follows Jamie Reyes, aka Blue Beetle. In 2023, a live-action adaptation of the superhero’s origin story was released, starring Xolo Maridueña (Cobra Kai), and also featured Bruna Marquezine as Jenny Kord, Raoul Trujillo (Dutton Ranch) as Ignacio Carapax, Susan Sarandon (Rick and Morty) as Victoria Kord, and Becky G as the voice of Khaji-Da, the sentient entity that controls the Scarab that gives Jamie his powers. Blue Beetle made over $130.8 million worldwide and received a 78% critics’ score and a 90% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. The plot for the animated series has yet to be revealed, as well as a full cast list, but Maridueña will reprise his role in the show. Additionally, Maridueña will return as Blue Beetle in the upcoming DC film Man of Tomorrow, which features a team-up between Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) and Superman (David Corenswet) as they face a bigger threat: Brainiac, played by Lars Eidinger.

The Blue Beetle animated series has not yet announced a release date. You can stream the live-action adaptation on HBO Max. Follow Collider for more updates.​​​​​​​

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August 18, 2023

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are moving on to the next phase of their married life with a home purchase. The pair may have found the perfect place to call home for the foreseeable future.

As intense public attention continues to swirl around their relationship, it is only natural that they find a home with a mix of quiet and elegance.

The luxury home sits inside Bratenahl, a tiny Ohio village known for its population of millionaires, prominent business figures, and residents who do not shy away from protecting their famous neighbors.

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According to The Wall Street Journal, Kelce reportedly finalized the purchase of the Lake Erie property in March this year. The NFL star closed the deal about four months before his wedding took place at Madison Square Garden.

The audacious lakefront estate in Bratenahl, Ohio, sits on a 3.5-acre lot that measures about 21000 square feet.

Kelce reportedly purchased the property from Figurati Construction Group, which initially got the estate in 2023 for a whopping $1.95 million. However, the home underwent vigorous renovations before it was put on the market.

In 2024, when the company first listed the property, it was going for $6.99 million; however, when it fell to $5.99 million, Kelce decided to seize the opportunity to purchase it.

Reports suggested that Kelce’s new home became the highest recorded residential sale in the area. The listing agents David Ayers and Nick Zawitz celebrated the successful transaction, saying they were “so excited for Cleveland.”

Although this is a huge buy for the couple, it is unclear if the mansion will become their primary place of residence or just a vacation home.

The Newlyweds Have Yet To Reveal Their Plans For The Mansion

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While the purchase has been finalized and all parties are satisfied, Kelce and Swift have not spoken about their plans for the new place. There is still no news yet on when they will move into the home or how frequently they will reside there.

The newlyweds already boast of several amazing homes across the United States, making it difficult for anyone to know what plans they have for the property.

Kelce still maintains a home he purchased in 2023, shortly after his relationship with Swift became public. The mansion is situated in Leawood, Kansas. Swift, in turn, has a vast real estate portfolio with properties in Nashville, Rhode Island, New York City, and California.

For now, fans can only see this new property as another notch on the couple’s belt.

Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Will Reportedly Have ‘Privacy’ In Ohio

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Per Page Six, the residents of Bratenahl are supposedly elated about the newest addition to their area. The possibility of spotting Swift and Kelce has brought excitement to them, and they promise not to bother the newlyweds.

“They will have privacy,” an insider told the outlet, stating that LeBron James’ experience in the Cleveland area is more than enough proof that the residents know how to coexist, especially with their famous neighbors.

Another source admitted that residents would love to see Swift at the nearby Shoreby Club, but said people were mostly curious about whether the couple would spend significant time at their new property.

The quiet reaction from residents could be particularly appealing to Swift and Kelce, whose relationship, engagement and eventual wedding generated enormous international attention.

The New Home Brings The NFL Star Back Near His Childhood Home

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While Swift and Kelce have connections to several cities, this new home is dear to the NFL star’s heart because it is just a short drive away from Cleveland Heights.

Kelce grew up in the Cleveland suburb alongside his older brother, former Philadelphia Eagles player Jason Kelce. The siblings have continued celebrating their Ohio roots through their “New Heights” podcast.

The property gives the Chiefs tight end a luxurious base near the place where his football career began. It also offers the couple an alternative to larger celebrity hubs such as New York City and Los Angeles.

Although Kelce’s arrival in this quiet area has now put the community on the map for huge attention, the residents still appear to welcome them with open arms. They are also determined to preserve the sense of privacy that made Bratenahl an attractive place for prominent homeowners.

Travis Kelce’s New Estate Comes With Resort-Style Amenities

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Kelce’s new property reportedly offers much more than privacy, as advertised by the residents. Reports reveal that the mansion known as Moyenage was built in the 90s by a Chicago-based architect known as Harvis Hunt.

The key features in the mansion include eight bedrooms and 11 bathrooms. Other incredible attributes include a media room, fitness facilities, a wine cellar, fireplaces, and a five-car garage.

A former ballroom has been converted into a large entertainment space containing a game room and home theater. The property also reportedly features billiards and poker areas, giving the residence several places for hosting guests.

The estate is also conveniently located near Burke Lakefront Airport, which Page Six reported is approximately seven minutes away.

Tammy Rivera had a full-on mommy moment in the comment section of her daughter Charlie Rivera’s last social media post. Charlie shared some cute snapshots from her summer, but Tammy wasted NO time bringing a lil’ parental energy right on over to the pics.

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Not Mama In The Comments! Tammy Rivera Had A Lil’ Reminder For Charlie Rivera

Recently, Charlie Rivera dropped a lil’ summer recap on Instagram, sharing snapshots of moments with her friends, her mom Tammy Rivera, and Tammy’s boo, Kosher Oasis. One flick shows Charlie chucking up two peace signs while Tammy and Kosher look like they’re putting in work in the background during an event. Tammy slid into Charlie’s comment section with a lil’ joke of her own, writing, “Look at me and my man looking like help… oh we was my bad lol.” Charlie clearly got a kick out of her mom’s comment, responding with four laughing emojis.

Besties For Life! Charlie Doesn’t Play About Her Mom

Outside of their funny family moments, fans also love seeing Tammy and Charlie show each other some mother-daughter love on social media. Back in July, Charlie shared the sweetest post to celebrate Tammy’s 40th birthday on July 30. Charlie dropped a carousel filled with sweet snapshots, including a few throwbacks, and paired the pics with a heartfelt message calling her mom her best friend and thanking Tammy for standing by her through every chapter of her life.

“Happy Birthday to the woman who gave me life, my biggest supporter, and my best friend. 🤍 Thank you for always loving me, believing in me, and being there through every chapter of my life. I wouldn’t be who I am without you. I pray this year brings you as much happiness, peace, love, and success as you bring to everyone around you. You deserve the world and so much more. I love you forever. Happy Birthday, Mom! 🎂🎉✨”  Charlie captioned the post.

Forever Her Baby! Tammy Doesn’t Play About Charlie

Tammy doesn’t play about Charlie either! At the beginning of July, she celebrated Charlie’s birthday with a heartfelt post of her own. Tammy told fans that she and Charlie planned to be outside celebrating their birthdays together since her own big day was coming up on July 30. She also reminded Charlie that no matter how old she gets, she’ll always be her baby.

“Thank you for making me a mama. No matter how grown you get, you’ll always be my baby.” Tammy continued, “Keep chasing your dreams, keep being exactly who you are, and never forget that I’ll be cheering for you every single step of the way. I’m so blessed that God chose me to be your mom.
I love you forever, bookie.” 

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