After such a long wait, Euphoria coming back was always going to be a moment. The real question was whether the show would still have the same pull after four years away. Turns out that answer is very much yes. HBO’s drama returned on April 12, 2026, and within days it had climbed right to the top of HBO Max’s worldwide chart, overtaking The Pitt in the process. That’s a pretty loud comeback.

FlixPatrol’s chart for April 17 shows Euphoria at No. 1 on HBO Max worldwide, ahead of The Pitt, while the April 18 chart has the two shows flipped again with The Pitt at No. 1 and Euphoria at No. 2. Either way, the bigger point is clear: the series came back swinging and immediately re-entered the platform’s top tier.

That tracks with the scale of the return. Season 3 premiered four years after the previous run and pushes the story forward with a major time jump, bringing Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Hunter Schafer, Jacob Elordi, and more back into the chaos. Love it or hate it, Euphoria has never exactly done subtle, and that shock-factor reputation is part of why the comeback landed so hard.

Is ‘Euphoria’ Worth Watching?

Collider’s review stated that Euphoria Season 3 still delivers the things the show is known for, but it no longer feels like it has much purpose. Even with the five-year time jump and an older version of these characters, the series does not seem to have grown in any meaningful way. According to the review, it falls back on the same formula of striking visuals, strong performances, and nonstop ugliness, but this time without much depth behind it.

“The fact that these characters were in high school for the first two seasons made all of Euphoria‘s risqué moments that much more shocking and uncomfortable, but in a way, it also sort of felt like the whole point. The show’s five-year time jump inherently strips it of its central thesis of ‘look at all the adult things kids have to deal with nowadays,’ making it difficult to pinpoint why Season 3 exists at all. Is it beautifully shot? Yes. Does it feature excellent performances? Many. Does it have anything interesting to say? It doesn’t, really — in fact, it amounts to a whole lot of well-crafted, weakly-written nothing.”

Euphoria is streaming now.

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2019 – 2026-00-00

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Sam Levinson

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Jennifer Morrison, Augustine Frizzell

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There’s a reason some shows become background noise, and others become ritual. NCIS, now in its 23rd season, has managed to be both. It’s a comfort watch, a character drama, a crime procedural, and, somehow, still a ratings and streaming force in an era where even younger, louder franchises burn out fast. On Paramount+, where legacy library viewing drives real value, few titles have proved as durable.

That durability — and consistent ratings, according to FlixPatrol — is the result of a series built to evolve without losing its center. Cast members leave as others step in; people like Gibbs exit as Alden Parker arrives. NCIS has managed, over the years, to get the rhythms right and keep its audience.

‘NCIS’ Built a Formula That Still Works

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If by now, viewers don’t know about NCIS, a team of agents with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service investigates crimes tied to the Navy and Marine Corps, such as murders, espionage, terrorism, cybercrime, and internal corruption. Some cases are ripped from the pages of military bureaucracy; others edge toward political thriller territory. Despite similar shows doing the same, what keeps NCIS alive after more than two decades isn’t the cases alone.

Mark Harmon’s Gibbs gave the show its steel as Michael Weatherly’s DiNozzo brought swagger and comic timing. Pauley Perrette’s Abby made forensic science feel punk while David McCallum gave the series soul. Then there were later additions that didn’t imitate what came before, but added a different flair to the series. For instance, Gary Cole wisely didn’t play Parker as Gibbs 2.0. Wilmer Valderrama, Katrina Law, Sean Murray, Brian Dietzen, Diona Reasonover — the current team works because the show lets new rhythms form.

NCIS has always understood something many procedurals miss, which is that formula only works when it has texture. That’s why the show makes room for grief, running jokes, office rituals, old wounds, even absurd little signatures like Gibbs’ head slaps and those famous black-and-white “phoof” transitions. Tends to stick.

Where To Start With ‘NCIS’ if You’ve Never Watched

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Twenty-three seasons can look intimidating, but one would beg to differ. Start at the beginning if you want the full Gibbs era; early NCIS has a crackling energy, and seasons two through nine are widely considered a golden run for good reason. Episodes like “Kill Ari,” “Shiva,” and “Twilight” still hit just right.

Alternatively, you can start with season 19 and the Parker era because it functions, in many ways, as a soft reset, and you’ll catch up easily. A secret third option is to do what many viewers do (i.e., drop into standout episodes and let the show pull you along).

There’s also a misconception that NCIS is only for procedural devotees or older broadcast loyalists, which also undersells what the show does well. At its best, this is an ensemble drama disguised as a case-of-the-week machine. The investigations pull you in, and the relationships keep you around. Frankly, there’s pleasure in watching a show so comfortable in its own skin.

The “Lone Wolf & Cub” template, where a complex older man seeks redemption by dedicating his life to protecting a child, has inspired perhaps the most resilient of sub-genres. The template has been used in films as diverse as Logan, the Oscar-nominated superhero blockbuster starring Hugh Jackman, to Children of Men, the dystopian sci-fi classic directed by Alfonso Cuarón. More recently, it was explored in the HBO video game adaptation The Last of Us, starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey. However, there’s another movie in this group that is currently enjoying massive streaming success.

The movie was released in 2025 to mostly positive reviews but negligible box-office success. It was directed by Bryan Fuller, best known for the television shows Pushing Daisies and Hannibal. He reunited with his Hannibal star, Mads Mikkelsen, on the film, a fantasy in which a young girl approaches a hit-man to kill the “monster” under her bed. The movie premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2025, before debuting theatrically in December.

Here’s Your New Favorite Fantasy Movie

We’re talking about Dust Bunny, which features Sophie Sloan as Mikkelsen’s young co-star, along with Sigourney Weaver and David Dastmalchian. Dust Bunny holds a “Certified Fresh” 86% score on the aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, where the critics’ consensus reads, “Elevated by Mads Mikkelsen and Sophie Sloan’s magnetic chemistry, Dust Bunny is a dazzlingly imaginative and stylish feature debut from director Bryan Fuller.”

In his review, Collider’s Ross Bonaime compared the movie to the dark fantasies of Tim Burton and the surreal dramas of Jean-Pierre Jeunet. He described Dust Bunny as “a film that’s both an assassin story and a movie that feels tame enough for kids, which is a perfect fit for Fuller’s aesthetic.” The positive reception appears to be working in the film’s favor. According to FlixPatrol, Dust Bunny was the number one movie on HBO Max domestically this weekend, beating out The Mummy, From the World of John Wick: Ballerina, and The Devil Wears Prada.

Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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December 11, 2025

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Blake Lively commended Justin Bieber’s Coachella performance, describing it as a powerful return to the stage despite facing criticism. The actress’s post comes weeks after she spoke about experiencing “digital violence” in connection to her legal battle with Justin Baldoni.

The ongoing case between Lively and Baldoni continues to draw public attention, with both parties presenting competing claims as the trial date approaches.

Blake Lively Discusses The Price Of Fame

Blake Lively is lauding Justin Bieber’s Coachella performance, the singer’s first major live appearance since canceling his tour in 2022. The actress reposted an analysis by user Django Degree, who called the “Baby” singer a “living embodiment of the ‘Truman Show’,” referring to the 1998 film in which Truman Burbank, played by Jim Carrey, lived his life not knowing he was the subject of a reality show.

Degree juxtaposed Bieber’s life with Burbank’s, explaining that the singer got more than he bargained for after his rise to superstardom. “What followed was basically us watching them grow up and watch a bunch of adults treat that child like they live in a petting zoo,” he said.

Lively agreed with Degree’s sentiment and expanded on the point. “So many people have been hurt and never come back to themselves. We watch it happen every time,” the actress wrote.

The Actress On Being Under Public Scrutiny

Lively continued to write that people are quick to judge and often only reflect on a situation after it has already happened, saying, “And the collective looks back when it’s too late with empathy that was missing at the time. Shocked everyone treated someone’s most painful days as entertainment.”

The actress wrote that it still happens today, adding, “It makes money. It gets clicks. Followers. Virality.” Because of this, the actress noted that an entertainer’s health may be affected even when people do not intentionally cause harm.

Lively then tagged Bieber, writing, “Seeing @lilbieber meet that with healing was stunning.” Fans looked forward to Bieber’s comeback, but many were left confused or disappointed after the first Coachella weekend. Per The Blast, the singer’s set was described as “lazy,” especially since Bieber was reportedly paid $10 million for the gig.

Blake Lively’s Fight Against ‘Digital Violence’

Lively’s comments about public scrutiny come two weeks after she posted about “digital violence.” After most of her claims against Justin Baldoni were dismissed, the actress urged her followers not to be distracted by “the digital soap opera.” “The constant packaging of this lawsuit as a ‘Celebrity Drama’ is not only irresponsible, but it is by design: to keep you from seeing yourselves in my story. The physical pain from digital violence is very real,” the actress wrote.

Some online creators pushed back against Lively, especially those who received subpoenas for their personal data after extensively reporting on the actress’s case against Baldoni. Per The Blast, one creator said that the actress’s statement about digital violence was “disingenuous,” and another opined that she was “gaslighting everybody.”

The Actress Is Seeking Millions In Reputational Damages

As reported by TMZ, Lively is seeking more than $40 million in reputational damages in her case against Baldoni. She is also reportedly asking for hundreds of millions in compensatory and punitive damages. In documents obtained by the outlet, the actress noted that there were about 176 million online impressions about her, with descriptions such as “bully,” “mean girl,” and “tone deaf.”

Lively is alleging that Baldoni’s team orchestrated a smear campaign against her, resulting in the loss of future earnings and income from her hair care and beverage companies. Baldoni’s team has vehemently denied the allegations, saying that the backlash against Lively was organic. “That Lively’s reputation may have suffered is a result of her own ill-advised public statements and actions… This is a dispute about Hollywood reputations, not genuine legal wrongs. It does not belong in court,” a document filed by the Baldoni camp in 2025 read.

What Remains Of Blake Lively’s Lawsuit?

In early April, the judge presiding over the case dismissed 10 out of Lively’s 13 claims, including allegations of sexual harassment and defamation. The surviving claims are breach of contract, retaliation, and aiding and abetting in retaliation.

As the trial date draws near, there are no signs of either side settling, with both parties continuing to stand firm in their positions and prepare for the court proceedings. The trial is scheduled to begin on May 18 in New York.

A shocking criminal case involving rising music star D4vd has drawn widespread attention after authorities formally filed charges tied to the death of a teenage girl.

The allegations stem from a months-long investigation that began with a disturbing discovery in Los Angeles and has since unfolded into a complex legal battle.

D4vd Charged With Multiple Serious Offenses

Singer D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, is now facing a series of serious charges in California following his arrest on April 16.

Prosecutors have accused the 21-year-old of first-degree murder with special circumstances, along with additional allegations including continuous lewd acts with a minor under 14 and mutilation of human remains.

According to a Daily Mail report, officials from the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office outlined the nature of the charges, explaining that the special circumstances tied to the murder count include “lying in wait, committing this crime for financial gain or murdering a witness in an investigation.”

These enhancements significantly increase the potential penalties if a conviction is secured.

At present, D4vd is being held without bail in a Los Angeles jail. Authorities have indicated that a decision regarding whether to pursue the death penalty will be made later in the legal process.

Investigation Began With Disturbing Discovery

The case first came to light in September last year after employees at a Hollywood tow yard noticed a strong odor coming from a Tesla that had been impounded.

The vehicle had reportedly been left on a public street for more than 72 hours before being towed.

When authorities inspected the car, they discovered human remains inside the front trunk.

Investigators later identified the victim as 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.

According to officials, the remains were found in a cadaver bag and had undergone severe decomposition.

The county medical examiner described them as “severely decomposed,” noting that the victim likely died well before the discovery was made.

D4vd Linked To Vehicle And Ongoing Probe

Law enforcement sources say the Tesla was registered to an address associated with D4vd in Texas.

This connection became a key part of the investigation, eventually leading to him being named a suspect in February.

Authorities later secured a search warrant for a residence in the Hollywood Hills where Burke had reportedly been staying.

During that search, a computer was seized, though officials have not disclosed what, if anything, was found on the device.

A grand jury investigation began in mid-November, with prosecutors presenting evidence and calling multiple individuals to testify.

Among those reportedly involved were D4vd’s associates, including his managers and a friend identified as Neo Langston.

Timeline Of Victim’s Disappearance Raises Questions

Family members of Rivas Hernandez said she was last seen in spring 2024 after leaving her home in Lake Elsinore at the age of 13.

They noted that she had run away before, which initially complicated efforts to determine her whereabouts.

Her mother reportedly filed missing person reports on three separate occasions throughout 2024.

During that time, the family became aware that their daughter may have been involved in a relationship with someone named “David,” whom they had never met.

Reports also suggested that the two shared matching tattoos reading “Sshhh” on their right index fingers.

Friends of D4vd later told TMZ that the pair had been “frequently” seen together, though authorities have not publicly confirmed the nature of their relationship.

D4vd’s Career And Lyrics Draw Renewed Scrutiny

The case has also brought renewed attention to D4vd’s music career, particularly the themes present in some of his songs.

His 2022 track “Romantic Homicide” has been widely discussed in light of the allegations.

In the song, the artist sings, “In the back of my mind, I killed you… And I didn’t even regret it… I can’t believe I said it… But it’s true… I hate you,” lyrics that have since been revisited by fans and critics alike.

D4vd rose to prominence in 2022 after gaining traction on TikTok, eventually collaborating with major artists including SZA and Kali Uchis.

At the time the remains were discovered, he was reportedly on tour, though those plans were later canceled.

As the legal process unfolds, many details remain unclear. Authorities have not released full information about the evidence collected, and the case is expected to move through the courts in the coming months.

Haylie Duff and fiancé Matthew Rosenberg have split after 14 years of dating.

Duff’s spokesperson confirmed to TMZ on Monday, April 20, that the Napoleon Dynamite actress, 41, and Rosenberg ended their relationship earlier this year. Duff has asked for privacy amid the breakup to protect her daughters. (Duff and Rosenberg share daughters Ryan, 10, and Lulu, 7.)

Us Weekly has reached out to Duff for comment.

Duff and Rosenberg started dating in 2012 and they got engaged two years later.

“This week has seriously just become the best week of my life!” she wrote via her Real Girl’s Kitchen blog. “As if announcing The Real Girl’s Kitchen tv show wasn’t enough, Matt just took me by total surprise and proposed … on April Fool’s Day of all days! The moment was genuine and sweet (like him!) and I couldn’t wait to say yes!”

Duff continued, “We are so excited and happy to share our wonderful news with everyone! We both feel so blessed to have the love and support of our family and friends and can’t wait to start this new adventure!”

Nearly a decade after getting engaged, Duff exclusively opened up to Us about why she and Rosenberg weren’t in a rush to tie the knot.

“We’re busy with both of the kids and jobs, and we always say, ‘We will at some point,’ and then life continues to be busy, and we still really like each other, which is good, I guess,” she told Us in April 2020. “At some point we will, but certainly now is not the time to have a wedding.”

News of Haylie and Rosenberg’s split comes a few months after her sister, Hilary Duff, confirmed that they had a falling out. (Hilary confirmed that her estrangement from Haylie inspired her song “We Don’t Talk.”)

“Absolutely the most lonely part of my existence is not having my sister in my life at the moment,” Hilary told CBS Mornings in February 2026. “It’s my truth, and so many people are [also] having this experience. It’s hard because I am me, and people know everything about my life since I was a child. I didn’t necessarily choose that part, but it’s my reality. It was honestly, like, healing to say.”

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The following month, Hilary shared that she received a lot of support after speaking out publicly about her and Haylie’s strained dynamic.

“My sister and I don’t speak. And I think in my adulthood I’ve come across more and more people that are having this experience,” Hilary said during a March episode of the “On Purpose With Jay Shetty” podcast. “And as painful as it feels to share, when I decided to make this record, I could only talk about the things that I’ve gone through.”

Haylie has not publicly addressed her estrangement from Hilary.

Taylor Frankie Paul politely responded to a fan’s advice to step away from social media amid her ongoing personal struggles, revealing she’s staying true to herself and her brand.

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star, 31, shared a comment on Monday, April 20, from a fan that advised her to “do your healing off of social media.” Paul took to her Instagram Story to give her response.

“That sounds like the reasonable answer, however, I will be doing the opposite,” she replied. “I’ll continue sharing on social media showing how ugly healing can truly be. Making and editing videos is my way of processing just like people who like to write into a journal.”

Paul continued, “This is my way and I choose to share it. Saying this with love, most people would need to get off and [that is] so understandable. I’m not most.”

The reality star added that she shared the interaction to serve as a “friendly reminder” to fans of how she deals with her personal highs and lows.

Paul has had her fair share of ups and downs in the past few months. Earlier this year, news broke that Mormon Wives halted production on season 5 due to an alleged domestic violence incident between Paul and her ex Dakota Mortensen in February. Following news of the domestic violence investigation Paul’s season of The Bachelorette — which was slated to premiere in March — was also pulled by ABC.

Earlier this month, Us Weekly confirmed that Paul would not be charged in the February incident involving her and Mortensen, 33.

“After reviewing reports and evidence submitted to the Draper Police Department and West Jordan Police Department, the Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office has declined to file charges against Taylor Frankie Paul,” District Attorney Sim Gill’s office said in a statement obtained by Us at the time.

Following the DA’s decision, Paul took to social media to react to the good news.

“Cried when I got the call. THANK YOU to those that have stood with me,” she wrote via her Instagram Story.

While Paul is no longer facing domestic violence charges, she is still embattled in a custody dispute with Mortensen. Both Paul and Mortensen have filed temporary restraining orders against each other, with Mortensen gaining custody of their 2-year-old son, Ever.

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Paul has been granted supervised visits for at least six hours per week until their protective hearing later this month. The judge will reevaluate Paul’s parenting time restrictions at the hearing. (Taylor is also the mom of daughter Indy, 8, and son Ocean, 5, whom she shares with ex-husband Tate Paul.)

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Earlier on Monday, Taylor shared that she was diagnosed with PTSD “two years ago,” once again being open and honest with her followers.

“How many of us are masters of smiling through it? I cry a lot and [there is a] high chance someone next to you does this and you have no idea. I just want to heal so I can try and help people in this,” Taylor wrote via Instagram alongside a photo of herself smiling at the TIME100 Creators event in 2025.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support.

Zayn Malik is hitting pause on his comeback plans after a concerning health scare. The singer was forced to cancel a scheduled appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” where he was set to promote his new album “Konnakol,” following a recent hospitalization.

Zayn Malik Shares Hospital Update

Malik broke the news himself, posting a photo from a hospital bed and updating fans on his condition. He said he was “unexpectedly recovering” after a “long week,” though he did not disclose the cause of his hospitalization.

“Heartbroken that I can’t see you all this week, I wouldn’t be in the place I am today without you guys and am so thankful for your understanding,” he wrote, also thanking the “incredible” hospital staff caring for him.

A source recently spoke to PEOPLE, telling the outlet, “He’s still working through his health issues. He was supposed to appear on Fallon but isn’t able to due to [the] doctor’s recommendations.”

Malik Hits Pause On Comeback

According to TMZ, Malik is stepping back from multiple commitments while focusing on his health. In addition to canceling his late-night appearance, he’s also pulled out of fan meet-and-greets tied to the album rollout. Sources say the decision was made following medical advice, as he continues seeking treatment, reportedly with a leading cardiologist.

The setback comes at a critical moment for Malik, who recently released “Konnakol” and was gearing up for a major promotional push ahead of his first solo headline arena tour, set to kick off in North America this June.

“I have always drawn on my heritage for inspiration since I first started making my own music, this album is a development of that understanding, knowing more now than ever, who I am, where I come from and where I intend to go,” he previously said of his new work.

Zayn Malik’s Health Scare Comes Amid Ongoing Feud With Louis Tomlinson

The health scare also arrives amid renewed headlines involving Malik’s reported fallout with former One Direction bandmate Louis Tomlinson. As The Blast previously reported, the two were allegedly involved in a physical altercation while filming a now-scrapped Netflix docuseries about a reunion. Neither has publicly addressed the claims, but Tomlinson seemingly “unfollowed” Malik on Instagram.

Reports of a tense altercation between Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik first surfaced in December 2025, just months after their three-part Netflix docuseries was announced, with insiders at the time describing a similar sequence of events.

Malik Reflects On 10 Years Since ‘Mind Of Mine’

Amid the ongoing scandal, Zayn Malik took a moment to reflect on his journey.

In a recent interview with Elle India, the singer looked back on the 10-year anniversary of his debut solo album “Mind of Mine,” which marked his first project after leaving One Direction. “It’s been 10 years, and I’m still here doing it, and people are still listening,” he said. “I feel like I’m progressing.”

Malik added that the milestone has come with personal growth, explaining he’s now “at a different place and point as a human; I’m developing, growing, and learning from life experiences.”

Zayn Malik ‘Beyond Devastated’ Over Liam Payne’s Death

Zayn Malik has also spoken out about the devastating loss of his former One Direction bandmate, Liam Payne. Payne died at age 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina on October 16, according to authorities.

In an emotional tribute, Malik shared a heartfelt message reflecting on their history together. “Liam, I have found myself talking out loud to you, hoping you can hear me, I can’t help but think selfishly that there was so many more conversations for us to have in our lives. I never got to thank you for supporting me through some of the most difficult times in my life,” he wrote.

He went on to recall their early years in the band and the bond they shared. “When I was missing home as a 17 yr old kid you would always be there with a positive outlook and reassuring smile and let me know you were my friend and that I was loved,” he continued.

Malik also reflected on Payne’s personality, adding, “Even though you were younger than me you were always more sensible than me, you were headstrong, opinionated, and gave no f—s about telling people when they were wrong. Even though we butted heads because of this a few times, I always secretly respected you for it.”