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Paramount+’s Masterpiece Thriller Is Officially Moving Away From Its Winning Formula for Season 2
Most streaming services often rely on iconic franchises or breakout hits to maintain their success. In the case of Paramount+, it’s mostly been supported by two constants: Taylor Sheridan and Star Trek. Sheridan created a wealth of shows for Paramount+ following Yellowstone’s breakout success. At the same time, Alex Kurtzman and other creators delivered a variety of Trek shows that spanned nearly every era of the final frontier. Paramount+ is now facing a massive shift as Sheridan is set to depart for a lucrative deal at Universal, and the only remaining Star Trek series will be ending next year. A new spy thriller has proven itself to be the next big hit for Paramount+, thanks to a major shift of its own.
The series in question is The Agency, created by veteran screenwriters Jez & John-Henry Butterworth (Ford v Ferrari, Edge of Tomorrow). It stars Michael Fassbender as a CIA agent who’s pulled out of an undercover assignment, only for his life to be upended when his lover (Jodie Turner-Smith) follows him to London. Season 1 of The Agency was a moderate hit, sitting at 66% on Rotten Tomatoes; however, Season 2 shot up to a whopping 90%. What exactly is the reason for this major uptick in critical reception? The answer lies in The Agency shaking up its story and its schedule.
Season 2 of ‘The Agency’ Made a Massive Shift to Its Story
Throughout Season 1 of The Agency, most of the story was dedicated to Fassbender’s Martian struggling to acclimate to life in London, all the while dealing with the cost of a double life. It also featured a different release schedule, with the premiere consisting of two episodes, followed by one episode each at the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025. Season 2 has radically shaken things up by dropping all 10 of its episodes on a single day. It also marks a significant shift in the story, as Martian ends up leaking information within the CIA while battling the mercenary code-named ‘Viking’ (Chayne Crawford). The bingeworthy storyline, packed with plenty of twists and turns, blends the paranoia of the Jason Bourne franchise with the high-octane action of the James Bond movies. It also secured The Agency a place on Paramount+’s Top 10 TV shows.
While The Agency Season 2 does end on a major cliffhanger, there’s one piece of evidence that it could be renewed for more seasons. The series is an adaptation of the French-language spy thriller The Bureau, which ran for five seasons. The Agency is even closely adapting some of The Bureau‘s plotlines, including the fact that the latter’s protagonist would end up playing the role of double agent in one season. It wouldn’t be the first time an American adaptation of an international series was successful, and with Paramount+ needing more hit series outside Taylor Sheridan and the Star Trek universe, it wouldn’t be surprising if The Agency is renewed for a third season.
One of ‘The Agency’s Creators Is Working on Another Hit Series for Paramount+
The success of The Agency might make Jez & John-Henry Butterworth the next big creative minds for Paramount+, especially since one of them has contributed to another of the streamer’s hit series. Jez Butterworth is also serving as the showrunner for MobLand, the Guy Ritchie-produced crime drama starring Tom Hardy as a fixer for a prominent crime family. While MobLand was hit with rumors that Hardy might depart the series after its upcoming second season, those rumors were quickly put to rest as Paramount representatives said that his return was being “creatively worked through.” Should MobLand return to the same level of critical acclaim as its debut season, it could secure a future renewal for The Agency.
In a time when spy thrillers are starting to become more common on TV, The Agency stands out thanks to its ability to adapt between seasons. A potential third season could keep up the momentum and cement the series as must-watch TV in the vein of Yellowstone.
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Book-to-screen adaptations can be challenging. On one hand, you want to bring as much of the original text to life as possible. On another, a television series or feature film is simply not the same narrative medium, and thus things will have to be changed and adjusted to tell the story as best as possible. It may surprise you to learn that many Western features began as novels or short stories, and that same practice has been true of television programs as well.
Whether we’re talking about neo-Westerns that are essentially mystery novels or crime dramas, or classic, old-fashioned Western yarn that speaks to the issues of the wild frontier, there are plenty of great Western shows out there that build upon the foundation first set on the page. While there are more Western novels than you can probably count, there are a handful of popular (and lesser-known) horse operas out there that are pulled directly from them. So, if you’re looking for some riveting page-to-screen excitement, look no further than these Western television shows inspired by books.
‘Centennial’ (1978–1979)
Centennial is a 12-part miniseries that is about exactly what it sounds like. Released a few years after America’s 200th birthday, the television adaptation of James A. Michener’s Centennial novel has been considered a cult classic. As one of the most expensive miniseries productions at the time, the NBC drama ran for over a month on the network, chronicling the founding and expansion of the fictional town of Centennial, Colorado. This is a Western series that would’ve thrived in the streaming era.
With a robust cast and impressive visuals, Centennial is largely faithful to its source material, though it departs from the novel on occasion. The main difference is that while the novel uses contemporary magazine writer Lewis Vernor as a framing device, the miniseries sticks to a strict chronological ordering of events. Although the miniseries is 26 hours long, plenty was cut from the book for the sake of time.
‘Joe Pickett’ (2022–2024)
Although a neo-Western, Joe Pickett is about as old-fashioned as a contemporary take on the West can get. Based on the popular (and ongoing) novels by author C. J. Box, the series follows the adventures of the titular Wyoming-based game warden (Michael Dorman) as he wrestles with keeping his family afloat and stumbling upon every new mystery that makes his way into his backyard. Sometimes quite literally.
A two-season Western series perfect for a quick binge, Joe Pickett tackles a novel or two each season. The first season, in particular, is quite true to Box’s debut Pickett adventure, Open Season, though the series does depart from the source material in certain ways (namely in its depiction of Nate Romanowski). Still, fans of Box’s novels (and newcomers alike) will enjoy this refreshing take on the neo-Western that couldn’t be more different than something like Yellowstone.
‘Justified’ (2010–2015)
While there is some debate regarding whether Justified can actually be considered a neo-Western, the Kentucky-based crime drama certainly carries with it the spirit of the Old West. As U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens (Timothy Olyphant) finds himself back in his home state, he makes waves across the urban frontier as each new threat makes itself known — almost always connecting in some way to Walton Goggins‘ outlaw Boyd Crowder.
Justified was based directly on the Elmore Leonard short story/novella “Fire in the Hole,” though the Raylan Givens character appeared in two of the author’s crime novels before that. Aside from the pilot, which is almost a 1:1 adaptation of “Fire in the Hole,” Justified grew into its own. The best episodes of the show have nothing to do with Leonard’s literary work, though the show’s success would directly inspire his final novel, Raylan.
‘The Sacketts’ (1979)
When you consider author Louis L’Amour’s best Western novels, it’s likely you’ll end up revisiting The Daybreakers or some other installment in The Sackett Family series. If that sounds like you, then there’s no better time to return to The Sacketts miniseries. Told in two parts by NBC, the miniseries was essentially a made-for-TV movie, but we’ll give it a pass here on account that it feels more like a TV production.
The miniseries combines both The Daybreakers (the first released installment of the Sackett books) and the next novel Sackett, following brothers Orrin (Tom Selleck) and Tyrel (Jeff Osterhage) as they head off to New Mexico to start anew. In conjunction with that second novel, it also chronicles the story of their older brother, Tell (Sam Elliott), a mountain man who ventures his way all across the west. Eventually, the trio all end up together, which is perhaps the biggest change from the books (though certainly a welcome one).
‘Dark Winds’ (2022–Present)
There’s something about neo-Western mystery/crime novels that are just ripe for television adaptations. That was the case with Dark Winds, which is inspired (though quite loosely) by the Leaphorn and Chee series by Tony Hillerman. Hillerman’s daughter, Anne Hillerman, has taken to continuing the novels in recent years, which run parallel to the AMC series. However, the show couldn’t be more different — and for the most part, it actually works.
Yes, Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon) and Sgt. Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) still work alongside each other, with Sgt. Bernadette Manuelito (Jessica Matten) by their side, but each season is almost more of a remix of the books than a proper adaptation. Some seasons pull from two novels at once, mixing the plots and character arcs together, while others pull from a single installment. Fans of the Hillerman books will likely still enjoy this underrated neo-Western drama, but expect some serious departures from the novels.
‘Little House on the Prairie’ (1974–1983)
Speaking of television programs that are considerably different than the source material, Little House on the Prairie only departed further from the Little House novels by Laura Ingalls Wilder the longer it aired on NBC. What began with a television pilot film that was quite an accurate adaptation of the novel of the same name quickly turned into a family-friendly adventure that stuck to its moralistic guns and ran out of material to adapt. While elements of the books still find their way into the later seasons, Little House is very much its own thing.
That said, the original Little House television series remains one of the most beloved long-running dramas of the 20th century. Michael Landon‘s Charles Ingalls defined the role for generations, and nobody played young Laura quite like Melissa Gilbert. While the novels have been adapted more faithfully on other occasions, the nine-season Little House is the perfect cozy drama. If you want to revisit the series before catching Netflix’s latest reboot, give these Little House episodes a go — they’re a bit more faithful to the text.
‘The Virginian’ (1962–1971)
Though not the first adaptation of the famed novel, The Virginian: A Horseman of the Plains, by Owen Wister, The Virginian television series is the most well-known by far. Another incredibly loose adaptation, the NBC program featured James Drury in the title role opposite Doug McClure‘s Trampas and Lee J. Cobb‘s Judge Garth. Each episode chronicled its own new adventure, largely leaving the novel behind in favor of becoming another high-riding Western drama.
Perhaps the biggest change from Wister’s novel was turning Trampas from his villainous ways and making him essentially the Virginian’s sidekick. Still, although the screen versions of these characters were little like what folks read in the book, The Virginian is still considered one of the best classic TV Westerns ever made. The episodic nature was quite common for horse operas in its day, and Drury and McClure headline the series with that flawless cowboy charm. For a more proper adaptation of Wister’s masterwork, we’d recommend one of the many feature film adaptations instead.
‘The Son’ (2017–2019)
For a book-to-screen adaptation that stays true to the novel, look no further than The Son. Unlike Dark Winds, this AMC drama was in part developed by author Philipp Meyer himself, alongside Lee Shipman and Brian McGreevy. The trio reworked Meyer’s novel into a two-season Western epic that follows Texan cattleman Eli McCullough in both the past (played by Jacob Lofland) and his early 20th century present (played by Pierce Brosnan). This Western series will hook you from start to finish.
The Son may depart in some ways from the novel-of-the-same-name, but it does so only with the blessing of the author. Meditating on themes of legacy, loss, and the high price of violence, this series puts Yellowstone to open shame. It chronicles the settling of the west, the foundation of modern cattle ranch operations, and the great pains it took to preserve them.
‘Longmire’ (2012–2017)
As arguably the most popular neo-Western drama outside the Yellowstone Universe, Longmire is so beloved that fans still celebrate the show (and the novels that inspired it) annually by gathering in Buffalo, Wyoming, for Longmire Days. Based on the Walt Longmire Mysteries series by author Craig Johnson, the A&E-turned-Netflix drama follows Sheriff Walt Longmire (Robert Taylor) as he fights to preserve the peace of the fictional Absaroka County and the neighboring Cheyenne Reservation. That said, it’s quite different from the books.
While some episodes are based on specific novels — “Unfinished Business” is The Cold Dish, while “Unquiet Mind” feels like a direct riff on Hell is Empty — the show honored certain elements of the larger Absaroka world while blatantly ignoring others. But don’t let that turn you off to this highly intelligent neo-Western drama. Johnson not only blessed the show, but continues to promote its return as he churns out new novels each year. It’s a Western series that will satisfy your inner cowboy.
‘Lonesome Dove’ (1989)
As if there was any doubt? Not only is Lonesome Dove the miniseries a powerful television epic that deserves high marks for its brilliant performances and sweeping visuals, but Lonesome Dove the novel by Larry McMurtry is often considered the Western novel. Following former Texas Rangers Augustus “Gus” McCrae (Robert Duvall) and Woodrow F. Call (Tommy Lee Jones) as they lead their Hat Creek Outfit from the Lone Star State all the way to Montana, it’s an exceptional undertaking that has been cited as the best Western ever made.
Lonesome Dove is essential Western TV viewing, not to mention reading if we’re talking about the book. This CBS adaptation succeeds where so many book-to-screen operations fail by essentially using the novel as a roadmap. Every major bit is accounted for, and while it would have been impossible for this four-part miniseries to tackle every scene, it does its darnedest to bring the pages to life.
Y’all! Joseline Hernandez’s daughter Bonnie Bella is showing that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree when it comes to standing out. The young star recently had social media doing a double-take after showcasing a skill that left fans impressed and applauding her dedication.
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Bonnie Bella Shows Off Her Mandarin Skills
In a video circulating online, Joseline Hernandez is seen sitting alongside Bonnie Bella during what appears to be a family dinner. Wearing a white long-sleeved top, wavy hair, and a natural makeup look, Joseline smiles beside her daughter, who rocks glasses, necklaces, a polka-dot shirt, and a cozy cardigan. The clip captures Bonnie Bella singing in Mandarin Chinese, showcasing her language skills after reportedly taking Mandarin lessons for 3 years. The nine-year-old has apparently been learning Mandarin while also speaking English and Spanish, and we are here for it.
Roomies Show Love To Joseline & Bonnie Bella
Folks wasted no time running to The Shade Room’s Instagram comment section and showing Bonnie Bella some love. While many praised the young star for exploring another culture and learning a new language, others pointed out that Joseline Hernandez clearly doesn’t play when it comes to pouring into her daughter. And, of course, a few commenters joked that with skills like these, Bonnie is definitely the type of kid who’s bringing home straight A’s.
One Instagram user @richauntytv said, “I love when we allow our children to learn other cultures!!! It creates a well rounded human being 🔥🔥🔥🔥”
This Instagram user @destinconrad wrote, “me”
And, Instagram user @stylesbynailahalnisa claimed, “That baby look like she go to school and get all good grades 😍”
Meanwhile, Instagram user @shadesofmahagoni added, “This baby speaks Chinese, Spanish and English??? Wow, that’s amazing!”
While Instagram user @dramaqueenb__ commented, “Her and Mimi don’t play about raising they girls 👏 ..”
Lastly, Instagram user @mzinfamousquani said, “I immediately thought of Mulan … this is actually impressive though 👏”
Bonnie Bella Keeps Proving She’s That Girl
Bonnie Bella Jordan is proving once again that she’s got the personality and confidence to match her talents. Before going viral for her Mandarin skills, the young star already had fans calling her one of the coolest kids on the internet after sharing an adorable moment with her mom.
Joseline and Bonnie Bella joined TikTok’s viral “Best Friend” trend, with Bonnie taking the lead while her mom held the camera. As the audio played, Bonnie made it clear that nothing could come between her and her “best friend” — her mom. Joseline nodded along and reacted to her daughter’s words, showing off their close mother-daughter bond. While fans loved the sweet moment, some also pointed out Bonnie’s resemblance to Mimi Faust’s daughter, Eva Giselle Jordan, with a few commenters admitting they initially thought the two were the same child.
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Nicole Kidman had a heart-to-heart with mother Janelle Ann Kidman about allowing the actress’ teenage daughter Sunday Rose to pursue a modeling career ahead of the matriarch’s death.
“As a mother, I’m just, like, ‘OK.’ My mother let me do my passion that I wanted when I was 14,” Nicole, 59, told Entertainment Tonight in an interview published Friday, July 31, discussing Sunday, 18, recently slaying multiple couture catwalks and fashion campaigns. “Actually, before my mumma passed, she was there and I said, ‘Oh, should I let her? She wants to model.’”
Nicole revealed that her mom simply replied, “Well, you did it.”
“I went, ‘OK,’” the Babygirl star continued. “That was sort of my mumma’s parting gift to Sunny was [that] she encouraged me to let her be able to follow her bliss and follow her passion and what she wanted. That’s exactly what she said, ‘You, kind of, have to let her because I let you.’”
Nicole Kidman, who announced the death of her mother Janelle on Saturday, September 7, referred to her mom as “my mentor, my guide and my nurturer” in a past interview. Speaking to the Sydney Morning Herald in 2020, Kidman, 57, described her mother glowingly and emphasized the important role Janelle played in shaping her career […]
Nicole announced in September 2024 that her mother had died.
“Today I arrived in Venice to find out shortly after, that my beautiful, brave mother Janelle Ann Kidman has just passed,” she wrote in a statement read aloud by Babygirl director Halina Reijn during a Venice International Film Festival panel. “I am in shock and I have to go to my family, but this award is for her, she shaped me, she guided me and she made me.”
The statement concluded, “I am beyond grateful that I get to say her name to all of you through Halina, the collision of life and art is heart-breaking, and my heart is broken.”
In addition to the Oscar winner, Janelle is survived by daughter Antonia, 56, and multiple grandchildren. (Nicole shares Sunday and Faith, 15, with ex-husband Keith Urban, as well as Bella, 33, and Connor, 31, with ex-husband Tom Cruise. Antonia, for her part, is a mom of six.)
JC Olivera/WireImage Nicole Kidman is opening up about her mom’s profound final words to her before her death. The Babygirl star mourned the death of her mother, Janelle Ann Kidman, in September, and recalled her last words during an interview on CBS Sunday Morning on Sunday, December 15. “The final words my mama said, which […]
Nicole had traveled to Venice for the film festival but left before her movie’s panel.
“I was about to go out on stage, and I found out that my mother had passed,” Nicole recalled to Variety in April of the heartbreaking moment she learned the news. “I went right back to my room in Venice, was getting into bed, and I was completely devastated. [I thought], ‘I’m not sure how I’m going to move forward or function now.’ She was so much a part of my existence.”
According to Nicole, it was “harrowing” hastily trying to leave Italy to reunite with her family.
“I remember getting into a boat in the canal, literally at night, trying to find my way to the airport, and then turning around going, ‘I can’t even do this,’” she said at the time. “Then I went back to bed. And I was alone. [Keith] wasn’t there, my children weren’t there. I was there to win an award, which should’ve been a beautiful thing. That there is the contrast of life.”
As the summer comes to an end, fans of beloved network TV shows can look forward to the returns of their favorite series this coming fall. This week, ABC officially announced the premiere dates for the new seasons of the scripted shows that will be airing as part of its Fall 2026 lineup, including R.J. Decker, Scrubs, Abbott Elementary, Grey’s Anatomy, 9-1-1, and 9-1-1: Nashville.
9-1-1 will return for Season 10 on Thursday, October 15, a little over five months after the conclusion of its ninth season. Season 9 of the hit procedural marked a number of major shifts for the show, transitioning 9-1-1 into a new chapter in the wake of Bobby Nash’s (Peter Krause) death the previous season. Now, as 9-1-1 officially moves into the double-digits, Season 10 will mark the beginning of a new era of the series when it premieres this October.
‘9-1-1’ Season 9 Was An Era of Transition for the Extended 118 Family
The central theme of 9-1-1 Season 9 was adjusting to change, and by the end of the season, the extended 118 family have all settled in for the beginning of the next chapters of their lives. Chimney (Kenneth Choi) is finally comfortable in his role as Captain of the 118, and he’s figured out how to balance his new position with his personal relationships. Harry (Elijah M. Cooper) is now officially a member of the 118, and he’s gone through the basic growing pains that come with being a rookie. Ravi (Anirudh Pisharody) has continued to become more vital to the 118, and Hen (Aisha Hinds) is now back at work after taking some time off due to her chronic illness.
Meanwhile, Buck (Oliver Stark) is now fostering Theo (Lincoln and Theodore Sykes), the child that he biologically fathered for Connor (Colin McCalla) and Kameron (Chelsea Kane) four years before their deaths. Eddie (Ryan Guzman) just survived another near-death experience. Athena (Angela Bassett) has come to terms with her grief and moved on to a new chapter in her career, leaving her job as a sergeant to become a detective. Maddie (Jennifer Love Hewitt) had to adjust to a sudden promotion at work and all that it entailed. May (Corinne Massiah) decided to become a nurse after considering different career options going forward. Now, Season 10 will see how all of these changes come into play, and it will mark the next step forward in this new era for the show.
‘9-1-1’ Season 10 Will Mark a New Chapter for the 118
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Season 9 of 9-1-1 started to bring May, Harry, and Ravi into the fold more, and it is likely that Season 10 will continue with this shift. At this point, Ravi and Harry are integral to the core unit of the 118, and May’s job as a nurse will likely factor into a number of emergencies this coming season. After a season of transition, 9-1-1 Season 9 has the opportunity to continue to give these three characters more focus, as well as to continue to give attention to their dynamics with the other characters. Last season, it was great to see Buck serve as a mentor to Harry, and to see more of Ravi’s friendship with Buck. Now, 9-1-1 still has plenty of untapped dynamics to explore with these characters. Maddie used to work as a nurse before she was a dispatcher, so it would make sense for her to act as a mentor to May next season. Eddie and Hen also work closely with Ravi and Harry, so it would be nice to see their dynamics with these characters, in addition to Buck’s.
When 9-1-1 returns alongside the rest of ABC’s fall lineup this October, it will kick off with the show’s annual tradition of its large-scale opening emergency. When the season settles into its new normal, though, 9-1-1 will have the chance to embrace this new era for the 118. This could look like the show leaning into the new storylines that will come with Athena working as a detective and May working as a nurse. This will also give 9-1-1 the chance to lean back into the found family aspect of the show that it has been rebuilding since the loss of Bobby. Whatever happens, 9-1-1 is officially set to return in less than three months, and it will be interesting to see how last season’s changes are implemented moving forward.
9-1-1 will return to ABC on Thursday, October 15 at 8:00 P.M. EST. In the meantime, it is available to stream on Hulu.
Michelle Francine Edwards, a Cincinnati woman, has reportedly been arrested and charged after allegedly making bomb threats to Mississippi officials and Jackson County officers amid the Nolan Wells investigation.
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Cincinnati Woman Reportedly Charged After Allegedly Making Bomb Threats To Mississippi Officials & Jackson County Officers Amid Nolan Wells Investigation
According to the Sun Herald, Michelle Francine Edwards was charged in a federal court. This, for allegedly making bomb threats to “two Mississippi government offices.” Per the outlet, Edwards is charged with “transmitting in interstate commerce a threatening communication to kill or injure another person and to damage or destroy a building.”
Per the outlet, the charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison. Additionally, Edwards could be fined up to $250,000 and ordered to serve up to three years of supervised release upon her conviction.
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According to the Sun Herald, on July 23, Edwards made several threatening phone calls to the George County Chancery Clerk’s Office and the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. To do so, she allegedly concealed her identity by blocking her phone number.
Per the outlet, Edwards allegedly called the George County Chancery Clerk’s Office eight times between 1:34 p.m. and 1:42 p.m. During these calls, she allegedly threatened employees. Allegedly, telling them not to go outside and that the “clock” was “ticking.”
But that wasn’t all. Edwards allegedly also called the George County courthouse. This, with a bomb threat.
Furthermore, shortly after Edwards began calling the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office from her blocked number. In a series of eight calls, she allegedly told them they had a “bomb outside.” This led to the building being placed on lockdown.
🚨 BREAKING: Second Federal Threat Case Emerges in Nolan Wells Investigation
The federal investigation surrounding threats tied to the Nolan Wells case continues to expand.
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A California Man Was Recently Arrested For Threats Amid Nolan Wells Investigation
As The Shade Room previously reported, Joseph Alfredo Vasquez Dumarce, a California man, was arrested days ahead of Michelle Francine Edwards. This, for allegedly threatening Chancery Judge Ashlee Cole and her family amid the investigation into Nolan Wells’ death. As The Shade Room previously reported, Cole disclosed that her family was receiving death threats. This, weeks after her son, Warren Hudson, traveled out to Horn Island with Wells, who did not return home and was ultimately found dead on the island.
At the time, Cole shares screenshots of the alleged threats online. The shots showed threats of bombs, strangulation, and “slow” and “painful” deaths.
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At this point in the summer, we’re practically done with sundresses. We simply want to look polished with zero effort, and thankfully, Jennifer Lopez has the easiest formula. Her wide-leg pant style makes even a tank top look chic, and we found the look for only $40.
Lopez turned a casual Parisian shopping trip into a full-blown style moment; she was caught wearing a white tank top, beige trousers and a matching handbag. The tank is cute, but her wide-leg pants are the real showstopper. Not only did they elevate her look, but they also elongated her legs, and these flowy wonders have the same effect.
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These Willit Wide-Leg Dress Pants nail Lopez’s breezy, put-together vibe. Made from a linen-blend fabric, they have a subtle cooling effect, which is a major perk during the dog days of summer. The elasticized waistband (at the back) gives the pants a stretchy edge, making them perfect for brunches, in-office days and beyond.
When you want to wear a T-shirt but still look put together, Jennifer Lawrence has the formula. Her satin skirt style makes any outfit appear expensive, and we found the sleek look for only $35! Lawrence was spotted in New York City wearing a vintage Stevie Wonder T-shirt with a long, glossy satin skirt. She […]
To top it off, the wear-everywhere trousers come in four inseam lengths, so tall women aren’t stuck with ankle-grazers and petites aren’t drowning in extra fabric. And if Lopez’s beige isn’t your thing, these elevated trousers come in enough colors to justify buying a few. Reviewers sure are getting them in bulk!
One happy shopper shared, “These pants are so comfortable, I considered canceling all my jeans. Soft, breathable and loose in all the right places — they’re basically pajamas pretending to be real pants.”
Another Amazon reviewer wrote, “If you want to look like an off-duty model, get these pants. They are lightweight enough for all weather and not heavy at all . . . they have become my go-to for everyday wear.”
This comfy-chic pants style borrows the sophistication of designer without the price tag or the stiff waistband. People will think you dropped quadruple digits while shopping on Rue Saint-Honoré, but we won’t tell!
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Aht aht! Boston Richey is letting the internet know he’s heard the chatter surrounding his recent weight loss. After the Florida rapper showed off his slimmer look in a new video, social media users quickly began sharing theories about what may have caused the change. Some even linked his weight loss to stress following his recent public breakup with Tatiana Chanell. Now, Richey is seemingly shutting down the speculation and letting fans know they shouldn’t believe every narrative they see online.
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Fans Notice Boston Richey’s Apparent Weight Loss In Latest Video
Boston Richey’s latest appearance has the internet talking! Following his public split from Tatiana Chanell, the rapper has continued to pop up on social media. However, it wasn’t his relationship status that caught fans’ attention this time. Instead, viewers quickly noticed Richey appeared noticeably slimmer in a recent video.
It didn’t take long for the comment section to fill up with reactions. While some fans complimented his new look and suggested he may have been putting in work at the gym, others began speculating about what could be behind the change. Many social media users connected his apparent weight loss to the stress of his recent breakup
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Boston Richey Responds To The Weight-Loss Chatter
Boston Richey must’ve seen the comments and speculation about his new look because he took to social media with a few questions of his own. On Friday, July 31, the Florida rapper shared a tweet questioning why people automatically assumed his weight loss meant he was stressed rather than simply that he was hitting the gym:
“Why losing weight getting in the gym got to be me stressing…”
And he didn’t stop there. Richey followed up with several more posts addressing the narratives surrounding his appearance.
“Top player I let yall run with whatever narrative yall want f*** ya idc to clear sh**,” he wrote in another tweet. Richey also appeared to react to speculation that he may have used Ozempic, writing, “ain’t gone bap ozempic is crazy 😂.” In another post, he seemingly reminded fans that he wasn’t significantly heavier before his recent weight loss, writing, “B**** act like I was 300 pounds…”
Social Media Reacts
Instagram user @idessdeor wrote, “He look good not gunna yieee 😍😍😌”
Another Instagram user @ruchanelll_ wrote, “no shade brother but I looked just like you when I was getting stressed out to the MAX 😂”
While Instagram user @royalty._ny wrote, “Ik Ozempic when I see Ozempic”
Instagram user @bandzz._m wrote, “Gah damn I wish I could lose weight this fast”
Another Instagram user @_iiamgen wrote, “Nah but yall acting like he was big af 😂”
While Instagram user @aayaniaa._ wrote, “I hate how yall make assumptions abut how HE losing weight… lmao what if he is in the gym? How yall just tell HIM what HE doing?
Instagram user @kay.harvey_ wrote, “Some people just look better with they weight I ain’t gon lie”
Another Instagram user @_shuntiiii wrote, “Cuz we se bones not muscles baby”
While Instagram user @_alazedoss_ wrote, “Sometimes heart break will have you in a 2t yall should know that 😭😭😭😭😭😭”
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What Do You Think Roomies?
Antony Antoniou, Paul “PK” Kemsley’s friend, is detailing the reality TV star’s fractured relationship and financial hardships with his estranged wife, Dorit Kemsley.
Antoniou claims he learned that the estranged couple were experiencing cash flow issues back in March 2022, per a new declaration regarding the potential sale of their Los Angeles mansion filed on Wednesday, July 29, and obtained exclusively by Us.
In the docs, Antoniou claims he started to advance substantial sums of money to PK, describing the money transfers as loans meant to help PK and his family. Antoniou claims he was aware of the “fractured and stressed relationship” PK had with Dorit during this time.
“PK expressed concerns about the family finances, especially following their separation in May 2024, including his inability to keep up with their living expenses, with little contribution from [Dorit] who refused to make reasonable adjustments to her spending,” Antoniou alleges in the docs.
Dorit Kemsley is happy to address estranged husband PK Kemsley’s “unfortunate” claims about her spending habits. “I can tell you that what’s been put out there is not entirely accurate,” Dorit, 49, told Us Weekly exclusively while promoting her Unburdened memoir. “However, now it’s going to be more headlines, because I have to come back […]
Antoniou also claimed he discovered that the estranged couple’s house was mortgaged with two separate loans and, as both PK’s friend and a financial and real estate expert, he advised the reality TV star to allow the loans to default and for the property to be forcibly sold by administrators for the lender.
“However, PK wanted to try to preserve this asset for the family and its equity,” Antoniou claimed, per the docs. “With regret, but understandably from a human perspective, he would not heed the advice … Despite not having the funds readily available, he would borrow or use whatever means were at hand to try to save the house, his rationale being it was for his children.”
Dorit Kemsley and Paul “PK” Kemsley Getty Images
Antoniou further claims that PK rented a home that “would be a very good fit for children to live in” and offered for Dorit to move into the residence as well. According to Antoniou, Dorit turned down PK’s offer.
“He even offered to allow Dorit to move into the home he had rented so that she had comfortable accommodations in close proximity to the children’s schools,” Antoniou alleges. “She declined his offer.”
PK’s friend alleges that he conditionally advanced $100,000 to PK to go towards his mortgage payments in an attempt to prevent a potential foreclosure — only under the condition that the money would not be released until Dorit signed a formal document agreeing for the house to be sold and for Antoniou’s loan to be paid back in full with the proceeds of the sale.
“I loaned PK $100,000 to assist him in curing the delinquencies in reliance on Dorit’s representation that she would sign a stipulation agreeing that PK would be reimbursed from the sale proceeds so that I could promptly be repaid,” Antoniou alleged. “Based upon Dorit’s representation that she would sign the stipulation, I agreed for the funds to be released. Ultimately, Dorit reneged on their agreement and refused to sign the stipulation.”
He further claims, “It is my understanding that Dorit is objecting to PK being reimbursed for the funds he paid to the lender in the sum of $300,000 on account of the arrearages which included those funds he borrowed from me.”
Us has reached out to Dorit for comment.
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Dorit Kemsley is clearing things up after a recent report claimed that her home is at risk of foreclosure. During a Thursday, March 19, appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Dorit, 49, was asked about a recent RadarOnline report alleging that she and estranged husband PK […]
Dorit and PK, who share two children, separated in May 2024, one year before the Bravo star filed for divorce. The estranged couple have since gone back-and-forth in court about finances. Dorit, who has not addressed PK’s legal accusations, previously defended her spending habits.
“I can tell you that what’s been put out there is not entirely accurate,” the Unburdened author exclusively told Us in June. “However, now it’s going to be more headlines, because I have to come back with what the reality is. It’s just a snowball. As far as his opinions on what I spent — whether it’s $50,000, $1 million, $25 — it’s money that I’ve earned. I’m supporting our children.”
She continued, “I had asked him from pretty much the get-go for us to sit down and to discuss things and work it out together. In marriage, he was taking care of the finances and the bills. He was making decisions, and there was not a lot of transparency. … That led to a lot of unfortunate circumstances. I think if one person is looking to paint someone in a bad way, or create a false narrative, they’re going to do various things that they don’t work out for anyone,” she said. “I really hope that we can eventually move away from that and into better times.”
Emma Roberts shared one of the most emotional moments of her wedding day with her five-year-old son, Rhodes. The “American Horror Story” actress married Cody John during an outdoor ceremony in Idaho on July 25, with her son proudly accompanying her down the aisle. While Rhodes played a special role in the ceremony, Emma’s father, actor Eric Roberts, did not attend. He has since defended his daughter’s right to celebrate the wedding exactly as she wanted.
Photographs published by Vogue show Rhodes holding hands with his mother as they made their way toward the groom. The five-year-old looked dapper in a white suit while Emma wore a flowing custom Monique Lhuillier gown in a vintage-inspired pink shade.
One image captured the mother and son from behind as they walked toward Cody. Their closest friends and family watched from outdoor seats, with several guests using umbrellas to protect themselves from the sun. The intimate aisle moment gave her son an important role in the celebration and produced some of the most memorable photographs from the day.
Emma welcomed Rhodes with her former partner, Garrett Hedlund, in December 2020.
Actress Wanted Her Wedding Dress To Feel Vintage
Emma collaborated with Monique Lhuillier on two custom looks for the wedding. For the ceremony, she wore a gown created in a specially developed shade called Vintage Rose. The flowing design was paired with a sheer shawl and a long white veil.
During her final fitting, Emma admitted that she initially had difficulty determining exactly what she wanted to wear. “I didn’t really know what I wanted,” Emma told Vogue. “I just knew that I wanted it to feel very vintage-inspired. I’m obsessed with antique books and treasure hunting, and I love collecting old ephemera, so I really wanted that to shine through in the dress.”
The custom color referenced Emma’s middle name while also contributing to the aged, romantic quality she envisioned.
To create the gown’s “tea-stained effect,” 25 yards of pink fabric were reportedly dipped into an ecru shade. The process gave the material an antique appearance rather than the bright white traditionally associated with bridal gowns.
Eric Roberts Did Not Attend His Daughter’s Wedding
Emma’s father confirmed before the ceremony that he would not be among the guests in Idaho. “I love my daughter, always have, always will,” Eric told Page Six in a statement. “It is perfectly wonderful for her to celebrate however she wants, with whomever she wants.”
The 70-year-old actor welcomed Emma with his former partner, Kelly Cunningham, in 1991. He later lost custody of her when she was a baby amid his past struggles with drug addiction. Eric has acknowledged that he was not emotionally prepared to be a dependable parent at that point in his life. During an April appearance on “Really Famous with Kara Mayer Robinson,” he described himself as “not to be depended on emotionally whatsoever” when Emma was born.
However, he challenged the perception that he and his daughter are estranged or that their relationship can be easily understood by people outside the family. “It’s only complicated through outside eyes because they don’t get any of it,” Eric said.
Julia Roberts And Celebrity Friends Supported The Bride
Although Eric was not present, Emma was surrounded by other relatives and friends during the outdoor ceremony. Her aunt Julia Roberts attended with her husband, Danny Moder. Several of Emma’s famous friends also traveled to Idaho for the wedding, including “American Horror Story” co-star Sarah Paulson and Demi Moore.
Emma and Cody were first romantically linked in 2022. The couple kept much of their relationship private before announcing their engagement in July 2024.
Emma Roberts Broke Bridal Tradition With Black Reception Look
Emma exchanged her romantic ceremony gown for a dramatically different outfit at the reception. The actress wore a black two-piece ensemble inspired by a design from Lhuillier’s Fall 2004 collection.
The “boudoir saloon” look featured a custom strapless corset made from Chantilly lace and a tea-length skirt constructed with layers of black silk organza. “I love the idea of wearing black for the afterparty,” Emma explained.
The unconventional color allowed her to move away from bridal tradition while maintaining the vintage aesthetic that shaped her ceremony gown. “We love doing something that’s a little unexpected,” she added. “This looks like it could be totally vintage from 100 years ago, or from now.”
Still, the most personal detail from the wedding had nothing to do with Emma’s two custom dresses. By walking his mother down the aisle, Rhodes became an unforgettable part of the day as she began her marriage to Cody.
WWE superstar Nikki Bella is opening up about her dating and sex life like never before. In a new interview, the “Total Divas” star revealed she hasn’t been sexually intimate with anyone in quite a long time despite her sister, Brie Bella’s, best efforts.
A year ago, Nikki Bella was linked to NFL star Cooper DeJean after the pair were seen getting cozy during her trip to the City of Brotherly Love last fall. After their alleged romance made headlines, Nikki added fuel to the fire when she uploaded pictures of herself in front of the Philadelphia Eagles star’s locker.
Speaking with Us Weekly, Nikki said she’s not been sexually active with anyone in quite some time. “I’m pretty much like a nun at this point,” she said about her love life. “Super celibate. I should just put on a ring.”
But just because she’s getting any action, it doesn’t mean she isn’t interested. “I wish I was out there getting wild. I just don’t have energy for it,” she said.
Nikki Bella’s Sister, Brie Bella, Is Trying To Set Her Up With Someone Special
Nikki’s twin sister, Brie, is fighting for her, though, telling Us Weekly that she’s tried her hardest to connect her sister with someone special. Despite her efforts, things just haven’t worked out.
“She’s too busy, and I get it,” Brie said. “Matteo is her world right now. She’s like, ‘I have no time between being on the road, our wine company and our podcast, and then Matteo. I try. But she’s like, ‘No, no.’ This is the thing with her: If she has a free night, she wants to Netflix and chill. She’s like, ‘I don’t want to go on a date. I don’t have to dress up.’”
Brie, who rose to fame alongside her sister as one of WWE’s most notable Divas, said that even if things aren’t going Nikki’s way right now, she would always keep her head on the swivel for her twin.
“I still keep my eyes open,” she said. “There’s been some prospects.”
Nikki Bella Was Linked To A Super Bowl Champion Just Last Year
Nikki was recently linked to Super Bowl champion Cooper DeJean. The 23-year-old plays for the Philadelphia Eagles.
According to a previous report from The Blast, speculation began swirling around the pair last fall after Nikki shared pictures of herself with DeJean merch on in Philly.
A source shot down the rumors, though, saying Nikki was keeping things casual between the pair. The source went on to say that while Nikki was “smitten” by DeJean, she was simply having fun and living her best life.
In June 2026, DeJean confirmed his romance with Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Abby Summers, and responded to critics who claimed their relationship was a conflict of interest.
“I don’t really think it’s a conflict of interest,” he said, according to PEOPLE. “I mean, it’s not like we both play football. She’s a cheerleader. There is going to be no insider information given either way.”
Nikki Bella Divorced Her ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Ex-Husband
Nikki’s alleged fling with DeJean came a few years after her divorce from “Dancing With the Stars” pro Artem Chigvintsev. Amid their divorce proceedings, Chigvintsev was arrested on an alleged felony domestic violence charge, something Nikki addressed on her podcast, “The Nikki & Brie” show.
“The past few months, I disconnected from social media, from the world. And I just knew that I needed to disconnect, because first things first, I’m a mom and my son’s protection and privacy is the most important. So I was going to do whatever it took for that, most importantly, and then just needing space, for healing, for facing trauma, head on, all of that. So it’s been tough. It’s been really tough. I’ve been heartbroken, sad,” she confessed.
Nikki And Brie Are Back In The Ring
When she’s not thinking about dating, Nikki is spending time with her sister in the WWE ring. They made their comeback to the company earlier this year after stepping away in 2023.
“We love to wrestle,” Brie said, adding that their desire to throw down is what fueled their decision to return. “I feel like people have really felt our love and passion for the business because we don’t have to be doing it. We have thriving companies and we do very well. But we love it. And we missed it so much,” she concluded.
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