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Netflix Makes Kevin Bacon’s 26-Year-Old Sci-Fi Monster Movie Disappear
Horror and sci-fi are a match made in heaven. Any movie that seamlessly blends these two often piques audiences’ interest with an interesting story, psychological turmoil, and sometimes jump scares. The Alien franchise, The Cloverfield Paradox, Cloverfield, I am a Legend, The Thing, and more are great examples. The 2000s were the best time for the sub-genre, which gave us some notable movies that still give us chills.
Among them is Kevin Bacon’s Hollow Man. It follows a mad scientist, Sebastian Caine (Bacon), who develops an invisibility serum for the military and volunteers to be its first human test subject. Things take a turn after the trial, when his fellow scientists are unable to restore him to normal, and he increasingly becomes unstable, eventually going on a killing spree. A commercial hit, it bagged an Oscar nomination for Best Visual Effects. Along with Bacon, the cast includes Elisabeth Shue as Linda, Josh Brolin as Dr. Matt, Kim Dickens as Dr. Sarah, and Greg Grunberg as Carter.
The Paul Verhoeven-directed movie has awesome visual effects, a story based on The Invisible Man, and Bacon’s chilling performance that keeps fans on the edge of their seats. His portrayal of Sebastian’s descent into madness was praised by fans and critics alike. However, the film received mixed reactions overall, with critics giving it a 25% Rotten Tomatoes rating. Nonetheless, it proved to be a box office hit, earning $190.2 million worldwide.
Sadly, Hollow Man left Netflix at the end of February 2026. For fans who haven’t seen the feature or want to revisit, time has officially run out. While the feature has less intellectual depth, the stunning visuals make up for it, and the biggest payoff is certainly Bacon’s performance. Now, it is only available to rent or purchase online until it appears on any other streaming platform.
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Where Else Can I See Kevin Bacon?
Bacon will next be seen in Family Movie, which he is co-directing with his wife, Kyra Sedgwick. Written by Dan Beers, the feature follows a filmmaking family who find themselves in a real-life horror movie when a body turns up on the set of their low-budget slasher, forcing them to cover up the murder to keep filming. He is currently seen in the rom-com The Best You Can, where he stars opposite Sedgwick.
Meanwhile, Hollow Man left Netflix at the end of February and is now available to rent or buy on VOD. Stay tuned to Collider for more such updates.
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August 2, 2000
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112 Minutes
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Paul Verhoeven
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One of the most important jobs of any fantasy story, irrespective of medium, is to provide its audience with an escape from the real world into one of great wonders. So, it’s no surprise that we keep returning to our favorite fantasy shows time and again, finding a much-needed escape from the pains of reality in their wondrous stories. This is also why the best fantasy shows also lend themselves to repeated watching, giving viewers a familiar yet fantastical place they can return to whenever they need.
From iconic classics to more modern fare, these shows take audiences on entertaining and mindbending journeys alongside relatable characters, sometimes even delivering some much-needed lessons about the real world along the way. Now, without further ado, here’s our ranked selection of the most rewatchable fantasy shows of all time, including some of the greatest ever made.
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‘Carnival Row’ (2019–2023)
A fantasy drama series set in a steampunk, Victorian-inspired world, Carnival Row was created by René Echevarria and Travis Beacham, and is based on Beacham’s unproduced film spec script, A Killing on Carnival Row. Orlando Bloom stars as Rycroft “Philo” Philostrate, a detective investigating murders connected to mythological beings who have arrived in human society as refugees, encountering his lost love, the faerie Vignette Stonemoss (Cara Delevingne), in the process. Simon McBurney, Tamzin Merchant, David Gyasi, Andrew Gower, Karla Crome, Arty Froushan, Indira Varma, Jared Harris, and more star in other significant roles.
Both seasons of Carnival Row were generally panned by reviewers, who criticized it for its overstuffed story that attempts to combine themes of class politics, sexism, elitism, race, immigration, and more. While that may have been more ambition than a show could rightly be expected to fulfill, the series is still a vibrant and beautiful watch that lends itself to rewatching, and though the critics may have hated it, audiences received it much better. Whatever flaws the series may have in its narrative are more than excused by the sheer wonder of its complexly crafted world, and it’s an enjoyable fantasy series that’s worth returning to.
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‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ (1997–2003)
Based on the 1992 film, Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a supernatural drama series that’s easily one of the most iconic fantasy shows of all time. The series stars Sarah Michelle Gellar as Buffy Summers, a young woman chosen by fate to battle the forces of darkness as the latest in a long line of Vampire Slayers, following her adventures and attempts to balance monster hunting with her normal life. The show also stars Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, Anthony Stewart Head, David Boreanaz, and more in key roles.
While the show has become somewhat controversial in recent years due to accusations of workplace harassment by creator Joss Whedon, there’s no denying the fact that Buffy the Vampire Slayer is one of the greatest fantasy shows ever to hit television. Acclaimed by both critics and audiences during its original broadcast, the series is an evergreen favorite and a pop culture landmark that continues to entertain new generations of fans today. And even though some elements of the show certainly haven’t aged well, it’s still a generally fun watch every time you revisit it.
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‘Supernatural’ (2005–2020)
A fantasy adventure-drama procedural, Supernatural was created by Eric Kripke and stars Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles as the monster-hunting Winchester brothers, Sam and Dean. The story begins when their father disappears during a hunting trip, forcing the brothers to travel the country in search of him and face off against various supernatural threats along the way. Besides Padalecki and Ackles, the series also stars Misha Collins, Mark A. Sheppard, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Alona Tal, Jim Beaver, and more in supporting roles.
With a whopping 15 seasons to its name, Supernatural is the longest-running American live-action fantasy show ever made. Of course, with so many seasons, the series has had its share of problems, but it’s an entertaining series overall that continues to enjoy the adoration of a huge global fan base. The first five seasons are decidedly the best, but every season makes for a fun rewatch, especially if you’re a fan.
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‘What We Do in the Shadows’ (2019–2024)
Created by Jemaine Clement, What We Do in the Shadows is a horror comedy mockumentary show based on Clement and Taika Waititi’s 2014 film. The series follows four vampires who live together on Staten Island as roommates, exploring their various clashes with other supernatural beings, the unfamiliar modern world, and each other. The show stars Kayvan Novak, Matt Berry, Natasia Demetriou, Harvey Guillén, Mark Proksch, and Kristen Schaal in main roles.
What We Do in the Shadows premiered on FX in 2019 to positive reviews, earning praise for its performances, writing, and humor. And it’s only gotten better since then, delivering six successful seasons over the course of its run that are all wildly entertaining and endlessly rewatchable. It’s a hilarious series with great characters and an absurd narrative (in a good way). The show has also received several accolades, including 35 nominations for Emmy Awards, four of which are for Outstanding Comedy Series.
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‘Stranger Things’ (2016–2025)
One of the most successful shows of recent years, Stranger Things is a genre-bending coming-of-age adventure series created by the Duffer Brothers. Set in the 1980s in the small town of Hawkins, Indiana, the show follows a group of young children who investigate strange paranormal events that are plaguing the town, eventually unearthing a connection to secret government experiments involving an alternate dimension. The series’ ensemble cast includes Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Natalia Dyer, Noah Schnapp, Sadie Sink, Joe Keery, and more.
Consisting of five seasons released over a nearly 10-year period, Stranger Things was extremely successful during its original run, though there were excruciating waits between seasons. Now that it’s ended, the series makes for an excellent rewatch for fans, and an uninterrupted binge for newcomers to the franchise. Almost universally acclaimed and hugely popular, the show is an entertaining, nostalgic mystery-adventure that blends fantasy, drama, sci-fi, and horror to create an immersive, enjoyable journey.
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‘The Magicians’ (2015–2020)
Developed by Sera Gamble and John McNamara, The Magicians is a fantasy show adapted from Lev Grossman’s titular trilogy of books, exploring the world of Brakebills University for Magical Pedagogy. Essentially a more mature Harry Potter, the series follows a graduate student who enrolls at the university and learns that his favorite childhood book series is based on real and dangerous truths. Simultaneously, his friend, who was denied entry to the school, finds her own path, creating even more danger. Jason Ralph and Stella Maeve lead the cast, which includes Olivia Taylor Dudley, Hale Appleman, Arjun Gupta, Summer Bishil, Rick Worthy, Jade Tailor, Brittany Curran, and Trevor Einhorn in key roles.
A hit Syfy fantasy show, The Magicians was widely acclaimed by critics and fans throughout its five-season run, earning praise for its maturity, weirdness, and unique approach to magic. All five seasons were nominated for Saturn Awards, and the show is widely acknowledged by fantasy fans as one of the best series ever made in the genre. It’s a visually stunning and brilliantly performed show with likable characters, mindbending adventures, and a dark sense of humor.
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‘His Dark Materials’ (2019–2022)
Written by Jack Thorne and adapted from Philip Pullman’s book series, His Dark Materials is a fantasy drama set across multiple worlds of a multiverse, linked by an invisible cosmic substance called Dust. On one of these worlds, where souls manifest outside the body as animal companions and a corrupt theocracy rules all, a young girl named Lyra (Dafne Keene) sets out to find her missing friend, uncovering a complex conspiracy involving Dust and discovering her own destiny in the process. Ruth Wilson, Jame McAcoy, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Anne-Marie Duff, Clarke Peters, James Cosmo, and more star in supporting roles.
The novels that inspired His Dark Materials are among the most thematically complex and intricately crafted fantasy series of all time, and the show masterfully adapts its source material for the screen as a gorgeous visual journey. Widely praised by critics and fans for its visual effects, music, performances, and story, the series is an immersive watch full of strange and fascinating phenomena that you could return to time and time again. It’s easily one of the best fantasy shows of the 21st century so far, and worth watching multiple times just to soak in all the details.
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‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ (2005–2008)
Created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, Avatar: The Last Airbender is an animated fantasy action series set in a world where certain people can control each of the four classical elements: water, earth, fire, and air. After the Fire Nation wages war against the other nations, 12-year-old Aang, the current Avatar with the power to wield all four elements, sets out on a journey to stop their plan for world domination. Zach Tyler Eisen leads the voice cast as Aang, with Mae Whitman, Jack De Sena, Dante Basco, Jessie Flower, Dee Bradley Baker, Mako, Greg Baldwin, Grey Griffin, and Mark Hamill voicing key characters.
Arguably the most enduringly popular shows ever to air on Nickelodeon, Avatar: The Last Airbender is a hit animated series that combines anime influences and a Chinese-inspired world with classic cartoon action. Universally acclaimed for its animation, themes, performances, and story, the series commands an international fan following and is easily among the most popular fantasy shows of all time. The series continues to be a perennial comfort watch for its fans, and it has inspired a massive franchise that includes comics, novels, a sequel series, and a live-action remake.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
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2005 – 2008
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Nickelodeon
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Michael Dante DiMartino
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Giancarlo Volpe, Ethan Spaulding, Lauren MacMullan, Dave Filoni, Joaquim Dos Santos, Anthony Lioi
Rapper Quavo
IRS Says He Owes $3M in Back Taxes
Published
Rapper Quavo allegedly failed to pay a massive seven-figure tax bill … and now the IRS has hit him with a massive lien over the unpaid amounts, TMZ has learned.
According to docs filed in January, Uncle Sam hit Quavo — legal name Quavois Marshall — with a federal tax lien for money they say he owed for 3 separate years.
The IRS claims Quavo owes $915,660 for 2021 … $887,486 for 2022 … and $1,109,497.79 for 2023 … bringing his total debt to $2,912,644.33.
The tax lien comes months after Offset, Quavo’s Migos band mate, paid off his own 7-figure debt with the IRS. In December 2025, the IRS released a lien after saying the rapper of owed $1,575,266.73 for the year 2022.
Two years after suffering a stillbirth, Jill Duggar Dillard has once again chosen vulnerability over silence, honoring her daughter’s memory while laying her grief open for the world to see.
She and her husband, Derick Dillard, who had kept the pregnancy private before the loss, later opened up to fans.
Although the Duggar family carried the weight of profound loss, there were also glimmers of joy as Jill’s sister, Jana Duggar, recently welcomed a baby, ushering in a bittersweet chapter for the family.
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Jill Duggar Openly Talked About Grief As She Visited Her Late Daughter’s Grave
In a heartfelt Instagram post, the “19 Kids and Counting” alum shared a tender glimpse into how their family continues to honor the memory of their daughter, Isla Marie, including a recent visit to her gravesite.
The first photo showed Jill standing at her daughter’s graveside. The headstone read, “ISLA MARIE DILLARD, MARCH 19, 2024. Born into the hands of Jesus,” offering context about her passing.
In the accompanying caption, the reality star poured out her heart, writing:
“Anyone who has experienced loss knows that it’s often in the quiet moments when the waves come stronger and we are reminded more of the hole left by a loss. Or sometimes it’s felt deeper at a place that just gives you the space to feel. I’m so grateful to have a place to go to remember our daughter.”
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The remaining slides captured tender family moments with her children. She expressed gratitude for those brighter days as well, gushing about enjoying her kids’ cooking.
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How Jill Duggar And Husband Shared The Tragic Stillbirth News
While Jill is honoring her daughter’s memory now, she has been open about the loss since 2024. The former 19 Kids and Counting star and her husband announced the heartbreaking news of their first daughter’s stillbirth in a joint Instagram post.
“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the stillbirth of our beautiful baby girl, Isla Marie Dillard. Jill was 4 months pregnant (due in August) when we found out that our baby died in utero,” the couple shared.
According to The Blast, the announcement marked the first time the public learned of the pregnancy, as they had previously kept the news private. They also expressed appreciation for the continued prayers and support from fans as they navigated their grief.
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Jill Duggar Released Never-Before-Seen Photos From Her Pregnancy
After announcing the loss, Jill shared intimate moments with fans that had remained private until then.
Per The Blast, the 32-year-old poured out her heart on Instagram, posting a series of photographs that captured tender milestones from her pregnancy journey.
In one image, she wore a white shirt tucked into a long skirt while gently cradling her baby bump. Another poignant snapshot showed her forming a heart over her belly with her hands.
“The baby bump photos we were so excited to share, but didn’t get to before she was gone,” she wrote in the caption, adding that Isla will always be daddy’s little girl.
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Jill Duggar Opened Up About The Toll The Loss Took On Her Family
Although the couple had been vocal about the stillbirth, they did not fully discuss the emotional weight it carried until nearly two years later.
They revisited the experience during an appearance on the “Jinger and Jeremy” podcast.
Reflecting on that period, Derick admitted, “It was difficult, and I couldn’t take off like that much time because we had a lot going on that I had been the one to prepare for…And I just kind of kept on going. And we were both grieving, but in different ways.”
As The Blast reported, Jill recalled feeling unwell throughout her first trimester and said she had “just started feeling better” before the devastating loss.
As the grief intensified, she revealed that she was “crying every single day,” while Derick felt “torn” between his professional responsibilities and his family.
Still, she acknowledged that her husband was doing his best to balance his many obligations during that painful season.
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Jana Duggar Stepped Into Parenthood With Husband
Even in the shadow of loss, the Duggar family experienced a moment of celebration as Jana stepped into motherhood with the arrival of her first child with her husband, Stephen Wissmann.
As reported by The Blast, she shared the joyful news weeks after giving birth. “Archie Gerald Wissmann arrived on December 30, 2025, and our hearts have been completely changed,” she wrote, alongside photos of herself and her husband cradling their baby.
The announcement was met with warm reactions online, as fans joined the family in celebrating the new addition.
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Jennifer Aniston has been serving effortless airport style since the ‘90s — and somehow, it still feels fresh a decade later. One of her most underrated staples? A sleek, minimalist mule clog that quietly elevates even the simplest travel outfit. With slip-on footwear in rotation for spring 2026, we found a $50 lookalike that channels the same celeb off-duty vibe.
In true ’90s fashion, Aniston kept things simple with the mules, pairing together sharp trousers, a gray long-sleeve and sleek sunglasses. Fast forward to now, the same open-back silhouette is dominating street style again — and trendsetters like Hailey Bieber are fully on board. While luxury label versions cost upward of $1,020, this chic alternative channels that same timeless appeal without the high markup.
Get the Cushionaire Genuine Suede Leather Clogs for $50 (was $80) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.
Enter the Cushionaire Genuine Suede Leather Clogs — a chic, minimalist style that delivers the understated appeal at an affordable price. The genuine suede finish and rounded toe echo Aniston’s timeless look, while the backless design make the shoes easily wearable. Psst, people wear these comfy shoes around the house and out and about.
When it comes to Taylor Swift’s fashion, we’re used to paying close attention — especially when she wears something new. Whether it’s a street-style outfit or a full on-screen moment, her looks always give Us something to talk about. The latest style detail we couldn’t miss? A pair of $75 retro sneakers she wore in […]
Beyond the celeb-approved design, these mules clogs deliver on comfort and functionality, too. The supportive cork footbed is flexible and nicely cushioned, which makes the shoe feel so good when you walk through TSA or stand in long lines at the coffee shop. Additionally, the shoes have a grippy EVA sole, which prevents slips when spring showers make an appearance.
The Cushionaire mules come in a neutral sand shade that’s similar to Aniston’s pair, along with equally ’90s-coded hues like black, taupe and chestnut.
If you couldn’t guess, A-listers and shoppers are cosigning the look. One buyer raved about their “quiet luxury style,” while another customer noted their “very comfortable” feel. They even said, “Honestly, within the first day they were conformed to my feet.” Read: No break-in period!
From ’90s getaway fashion to today’s fashion revival, the minimalist mule has officially stood the test of time. It instantly elevates jeans, trousers and even leggings while staying comfortable all day. Grab this now-$50 pair while it’s 38% off (and before the throwback trend sells out).
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Jennifer Aniston’s airport style always strikes the perfect balance between relaxed and polished. No matter where she’s headed, a comfortable pair of sneakers is a non-negotiable in her travel wardrobe. And lucky for Us, her exact $75 pair is still available, so we can easily copy her first-class style. Which style does the Friends star swear by? Aniston has […]
Former “RHONY” star Dorinda Medley said she’s “surprised” about Carole Radziwill‘s unexpected return to the series. According to a previous report from The Blast, Radziwill, who left the series in 2018 after a tumultuous few years on the air, will rejoin the NYC ladies as an official “friend of” the group.
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Dorinda Medley Sounds Off On Carole Radziwill’s Return To ‘RHONY’ After Eight Years Away
Speaking with Kate Chastain on a recent episode of her “Reality Checked” podcast, Medley said she was taken aback to learn of Radziwill’s role on the upcoming season of “RHONY.”
“I’m surprised I knew nothing about it, and we’re quite close,” she said. “So she kept it very — her cards very close to her chest.”
Radziwill will star in the series alongside many of the show’s new era women, including Jessel Taank, Sai De Silva, and Erin Lichy. Newcomers Hailey Glassman, Erika Hammond, and Daisy Toye will also join the group.
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Medley Says Radziwill Could Be The ‘Bridge’ Between Old School ‘RHONY’ And The New Version
Bravo TV confirmed in early March 2026 that production on season 16 of the series would begin imminently. She also shared her thoughts on how Radziwill’s role in the upcoming season could help “bridge” the gap between old school “RHONY” and the revamped series.
“I think that Carole’s just a New York character, and she’s very close to Andy [Cohen] and she had such a great comeback on Watch What Happens Live and BravoCon, and I think the show needs a character, something to sort of unify it back to the old a little bit,” Medley said.
While excited, Medley stated that Radziwill’s position as a “friend of” the show wasn’t sufficient. “I think she should be full-time,” she said.
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“But a ‘friend of,’ that’s too little. She should be … I don’t know if I could as a full-time Housewife go back and be a ‘friend of’ with these new girls,” she added.
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Radziwill Announced Her Exit From ‘RHONY’ In 2018 After Five Seasons On The Show
Radziwill initially joined the series in 2012 before leaving in July 2018 after five seasons.
“After six seasons on Bravo’s RHONYC, I have decided to return to what I do best — journalism and producing,” she announced. “I am sure this does not come as a surprise to any of the viewers, all of whom have been supportive, encouraging, and kind.”
Radziwill added, “My original curiosity about reality television has waned over the years, and I am focusing on TV and writing projects that better suit my more steady temperament.”
On her podcast, Medley doubled down on being surprised by Radziwill’s return. “I didn’t see that coming because, you know, after she left, she didn’t seem to like it anymore. You know what I mean?” she told her co-hosts.
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Medley hasn’t spoken with Radziwill since the news of her surprising return broke the internet. “I mean, if she wanted to tell me, she would tell me, right? … Someone else texted,” she said.
“I think it’s going to be interesting to see because the girls are a lot younger. And it’s a different world than the world she was [in]. She really kind of knew us. But I just don’t know. I don’t know the new show anymore.”
Radziwill Has Kept Herself Busy Since Leaving ‘The Real Housewives Of New York’ After Season 10
Radziwill has kept busy since she last appeared on “RHONY” in 2018. During an August 2025 “Watch What Happens Live” guest spot, the reality star and author said she’s continued writing on her Substack, often posting about “cultural observations” and sharing “unsolicited opinions.”
“It’s sort of like my life with Carole Radziwill, and a lot of unpublished work I’m gonna put up there,” she described her newsletter. “I like interacting with the fans, and the Bravo fans are so incredible, even all these years later…and so I want to give them something to read and think about.”
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Medley Is Joining The NYC Revival On A Rival Network
According to PEOPLE, Radziwill isn’t the only original “RHONY” cast member returning to TV. Medley, along with Ramona Singer, Sonja Morgan, and Kelly Bensimon, will appear in a new series on E!, titled “The Golden Life.”
The docuseries will follow the veteran reality stars as they navigate their new lives and dynamic relationships in Florida.
“Well, the rumors are true! I will be joining the women on The Golden Life in Palm Beach,” Medley said in a statement. “After decades of friendship, and navigating life’s ups and downs together, it will be nice to reconnect with my ‘sisters.’ I am so excited to celebrate and share the next chapter of our lives!”
Tucker Carlson
ALP Nicotine Shipment Rollout Up in Smoke …
After Hijackers Steal Truck
Published
Tucker Carlson‘s dealing with a stressful situation, and he’s got no nicotine pouches to calm him … because hijackers stole a whole shipment of his product … TMZ has learned.
We’re told the former Fox News host’s brand ALP Pouches was set to sell a limited-edition nicotine pouch line called “ALP Drifters” … but a shipment containing 378,000 tins was stolen last week — less than 24 hours after the company publicly announced the product.
The shipment of ALP Drifters — which is said to be worth millions — was picked up in Southern California logistics facility by someone who “presented what appeared to be legitimate operating credentials,” the company told TMZ in a statement. Cameras caught the truck driving out of the facility.
Tracking down showed the truck heading toward Kentucky before communication was lost/ Investigators are searching for the lost goods … and ALP has offered $100K for credible information leading to convictions of those who allegedly took the truck.
A spokesperson for ALP says this will delay the rollout of ALP Drifters … but the company’s already working to replace the lot inventory.
Fullerton Police tell us a report was taken on February 23 … while cops are on the case … it might be time for Tucker to put his investigative journalist hat on and find that shipment!
Entertainment
Netflix’s 3-Part Action Thriller Is a Perfect Weekend Binge That Makes ‘Reacher’ Look Soft
In Reacher, retired Military Police Officer Jack Reacher (Alan Ritchson) gets sucked into a deadly conspiracy after being arrested for a murder he did not commit. In The Night Agent, a 2023 thriller series that just released its third season, the main character, FBI agent Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso), has been running from false accusations himself when he uncovers a web of lies he could’ve never predicted.
The series, which released its third season on February 19, 2026, is a must-watch for Reacher fans, not only for its similar plot, but for its heart-thumping action too. Since the Season 3 premiere, the Shawn Ryan-created series has been topping the Netflix streaming charts and is currently in the #4 position worldwide, per FlixPatrol. The series is a riveting roller-coaster ride for viewers, and its sharper Season 3 has kept the show’s magic going.
What Is ‘The Night Agent’ About?
Season 1 of The Night Agent kicked off with Peter as a naive yet dedicated FBI agent who spends most of his night shifts parsing through reports next to an emergency landline that never rings. In Episode 1, however, he gets an unexpected call from Rose (Luciane Buchanan), a tech expert whose aunt and uncle are in danger. Their call leads to Peter taking Rose under his protection, and together they trace a greater conspiracy in the White House that goes all the way up to the Vice President.
By Season 3, Peter is no longer the naive, fresh agent undergoing baptism by fire. Now an experienced Night Agent himself, he has sharpened his instincts and found an inner philosophy that is not reliant on basic survival instincts or emotions. The mission this season feels simple at first: track down FinCEN employee Jay Batra (Suraj Sharma), a man accused of murdering his boss after uncovering sensitive government intel. But when Peter locates Jay in Istanbul, it quickly becomes clear that nothing about this case is simple. What begins as a manhunt spirals into a sprawling investigation involving dark money, political influence, and paid assassins determined to eliminate anyone who gets too close.
Netflix’s Perfect 3-Part Weekend Binge Crime Thriller Claims Top Spot Immediately
A new season is already in the works.
‘The Night Agent’ Flipped the Script With Season 3
While Season 1 of The Night Agent established the series as one of the most-watched TV shows in Netflix’s history, the thriller has been reinventing itself ever since. In Season 2, The Night Agent not only gave Peter a new position, but sent him across the globe as it introduced new characters, international threats, and a more tangled political conspiracy. In Season 3, which holds the series’ best Rotten Tomatoes score to date at 85%, a new mission unlocks another cast of characters, while shining a light on some Season 1 favorites. “By tightening its storytelling, deepening its characters, and delivering deliberate, hard-hitting action sequences, The Night Agent has officially delivered its strongest season yet,” wrote Jen Vestuto in her review of Season 3 for Collider.
Among the biggest changes in Season 3, in addition to the sharper and more focused writing, is the absence of Season 1 main character Rose. Instead of tagging her along for another one of Peter’s missions, Rose remains Peter’s moral compass while giving space for the rest of the ensemble to shine. Plus, her absence makes way for another unlikely ally to Peter, relentless journalist Isabel De Leon (Genesis Rodriguez). Much like Rose’s tech expertise, Isabel’s investigative skills become a secret weapon to Peter in his mission, leading them to a conspiracy that turns out to hit much closer to home.
With that said, while Reacher is certainly one of TV’s most enticing and gripping action thrillers, The Night Agent is another unmissable show. With non-stop action, shocking revelations and the rare ability to get better season after season, the series has become an all-around home-run for Netflix, for critics reviews and streaming numbers alike.
Fictional U.S. Presidents From Film — The Collider Movie Quiz!
An assortment of movie Presidents so fictional, Bob Woodward wouldn’t stand a chance.
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March 23, 2023
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Netflix
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Adam Arkin, Guy Ferland, Millicent Shelton, Ramaa Mosley
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Seth Fisher, Munis Rashid, Corey Deshon
Some sitcom revivals have been hits (King of the Hill, The Conners), while others have been misses (Murphy Brown, Frasier). Thus, ABC’s decision to violate the DNR order on medical sitcom Scrubs may have seemed like a risky move. However, one week after the show returned with a two-episode premiere, it’s clear that there was instant Guy Love between the revived show and ABC’s viewers.
According to reports, Scrubs debuted to ABC’s best comedy streaming ratings in over a year, with 11.36 million viewers tuning in on ABC, Disney+, and Hulu. The last premiere to hit those heights was Shifting Gears; while not a revival, that series marked the return of onetime Home Improvement star Tim Allen to the ABC fold. It’s a sign that there was an appetite for more of the long-running medical sitcom, which premiered on NBC in 2001 and ran for seven seasons there before migrating to ABC for its final two seasons. Can it maintain such lofty results? We’ll find out soon when Scrubs airs its next new episode this Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET.
What’s Changed at Sacred Heart Hospital?
While Sacred Heart Hospital may look the same (even though it’s not; North Hollywood Medical Center, the former home of the series, was demolished in 2011, and the new show is filmed on a recreated set in Vancouver), a lot has changed since J.D. (Zach Braff) last walked the halls. He’s become a concierge doctor, and happens to drop into Sacred Heart while checking up on an elderly patient’s grandson. He ultimately decides to stay, and ends up becoming the hospital’s new Chief of Medicine, replacing his old mentor Dr. Cox (John C. McGinley). Plus, in a shocking reveal from the premiere, he and Elliot (Sarah Chalke), who were married at the original series’ end, have now divorced, and are co-parenting their two children. Turk (Donald Faison) and Carla (Judy Reyes), a little older and grayer, are still married, and busy parenting a brood of four children in addition to their duties at the hospital. Plus, there’s a new crop of interns to mentor, and a new head of HR (Vanessa Bayer) who isn’t going to let the old gang get up to their old shenanigans.
Scrubs was created by Bill Lawrence (Ted Lasso). He executive produces with Jeff Ingold and Liza Katzer for Doozer Productions. Aseem Batra serves as executive producer and showrunner; Randall Winston also executive produces, as do stars Braff, Faison, and Chalke.
New episodes of Scrubs premiere weekly on Wednesdays on ABC, and stream on Hulu the next day. Stay tuned to Collider for future updates.
- Release Date
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February 25, 2026
- Writers
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Aaron Lee, Amy Pocha, Aseem Batra, Mathew Harawitz, Michael Hobert, Seth Cohen, Tim Hobert
Cast
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Donald Faison
Christopher Turk
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Meadows, a deckhand, died Feb. 25 while working the dangerous job. He was 25.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are hitting power couple goals and appearing to be carving out a stronger presence in Hollywood.
The Amazon founder and his wife are now playing two major roles at the forthcoming Met Gala. Initially unveiled as sponsors, the pair have now been named members of the prestigious committee.
Their donor status has since fueled speculation that the pair are leveraging wealth to cement influence in fashion.
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Met Gala 2026 Names Bezos And Sanchez Honorary Co-Chairs
Vogue quietly confirmed that Bezos and Sanchez will serve as honorary co-chairs for fashion’s biggest night. The announcement accompanied the reveal of the 2026 dress code, “Fashion Is Art.”
The couple will join an impressive lineup of co-chairs, including Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour. Sánchez openly celebrated the opportunity during an appearance on Tuesday’s episode of “Today,” revealing that the two positions were presented to her from the beginning.
“When Anna called me and said, ‘Do you want to co-chair and also be the sponsor of the Met?’ I was so honored,” she shared, according to Page Six. “And then she told me the theme — fashion is art. These designers are true artists.”
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She added that she is eager to see how attendees interpret the theme and looks forward to celebrating the creativity behind the designs.
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Anna Wintour Supports Jeff Bezos’s And Lauren Sanchez’s Role In The Forthcoming Met Gala
Before their honorary titles were disclosed, Bezos and Sánchez had already been announced as primary donors to the Costume Institute in November, as The Blast reported.
While the exact amount of their financial support was not stated, Wintour gushed about how beneficial the couple’s participation would be.
“I think Lauren is going to be a wonderful asset to the museum and to the event,” the icon said during an interview.
The former Vogue Editor-in-Chief also thanked Sanchez for her generosity and passion towards art and costumes, adding that she was excited to work alongside her.
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Fans Accuse Bezos and Sanchez Of Trying To Buy Their Way Into The Fashion World
Wintour’s open support of the couple’s position soon sparked backlash from critics who claimed they used their wealth to get that influential spot.
As The Blast reported, one user bluntly commented, “Everyone has a price.” Another added, “So tired of Anna. So tired of the rich thinking they can buy class and style.”
Some internet users argued that Wintour’s approval of the pair was particularly because of their status. “So now it’s all about money, not anymore about fashion, style, and creativity, as we all know money does not buy style and fabulousness,” one user remarked.
Others directed their attention to the businessman and his wife, alleging they wanted a spot in Hollywood badly, so they had to use their money.
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Jeff Bezos And Lauren Sanchez Face Backlash Over Flashy Date Night
As the tech mogul continues to spark criticism over his expanded role at fashion’s most exclusive night, he and Sánchez are no strangers to public scrutiny.
In December, the couple made tongues wag during a lavish night out in Saint Barthelemy, where they were vacationing ahead of the New Year.
As The Blast reported, the duo was welcomed with an over-the-top bottle service display. A staff member hoisted and vigorously shook an oversized champagne bottle while women in bikinis marched through the venue waving sparklers,
Sanchez appeared captivated by the spectacle, standing on her seat to record the scene while her beau clapped beside her.
In no time, their video gained attention online, with some fans suggesting the display was inappropriate for their age. One other individual mocked the pair’s taste, writing, “I wish taste and money were correlated.”
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The Tech Entrepreneur Reportedly Struggles To Recruit A-Listers For Next Spaceflight
While Bezos may have secured a coveted role at the Costume Institute benefit, he is allegedly facing difficulties in getting celebrity passengers for another Blue Origin spaceflight.
The multimillion-dollar project previously launched an all-female crew that included Katy Perry and Gayle King for an under-11-minute trip, which sparked heavy criticism as environmental concerns were raised.
According to The Blast, insiders now claim that potential high-profile participants who once expressed interest are backing out, as no one wants to make the headlines.
Bezos, who envisioned celebrity involvement as a way to boost excitement and visibility, is said to be stunned by the sudden reluctance.
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