Big Brother is on a countdown until the live feeds switch on tonight after BB Unlocked. No matter what market you’re in, the feeds come on at 9 pm EST after the 8 pm EST Unlocked episode. Once feeds are up, we’ll see the nominations.

We know Chuk Anyanwu, Rome Seymour and Jason de Puy are safe as winners of the three time tripping safety comps. And every scrap of evidence points to Dee Valladares as the new Head of Household, even though casual viewers won’t see her unless they tune into Unlocked tonight.

Be sure to stick around until the end for an update on a showmance from BB27 that had many fans freaked the heck out. Let’s talk about the premiere and the fallout. So, just to be clear, I said grain of salt on the Mallory Aurichio stuff and she didn’t win safety. The leaked info was correct about multiple safety comps, but wrong about who won what. So, as I said, grain of salt on leaks.

And then, on premiere night, after Angela Murray and Rick Devens, in walked Rachel Reilly and I knew immediately it was a fake out. First, she had a hard time missing her girls playing last summer. Second, having her back to back seasons would be a terrible choice by production. Third, it was clear it was all tongue in cheek from how she carried herself. The future floaters might have freaked, but I didn’t.

Big Brother: The Vets and HOH Competition

I knew the moment she walked in, what was what. Using Rachel as a fake out was odd and the velociraptor thing was over the top. The dinosaur throwing Rachel into a lava pit was campy and cringe. And that was on top of Enzo Palumbo’s godawful bad acting in the safety comp. Honestly, it was rough.

The saucy little minx playing 80s Angela did a pretty good job though. But I don’t get the cliffhanger and fuss acting like Dee is a reality icon. Don’t get it twisted – I am a fan of hers. But if you’re not in the Venn diagram intersection of Big Brother and Survivor, it’s going to be like – who is that? What’s the big deal?

I can see that much fuss for like a Boston Rob, sure. Or Mike White, creator of The White Lotus and Survivor alum. But if you’re doubting it’s Dee Valladares – don’t. The date Julie Chen Moonves is time traveling to is Dec 20, 2023 – that’s the date Dee won Survivor 45. Also, when she walks in as houseguest number 17, for the record, that’ll make 15 single houseguests – only Devens and Angela are married. I’m expecting shenanigans and goings on in the dark on live feeds. Just saying.

So, the three vets, Angela, Dee and Devens were the only ones to play HOH – we’ll see the comp on Sunday’s CBS episode – but every indication is Dee won it. There’s no surprise there – Devens is more of an idol finder than a comp winner. And Angela was never a comp queen.

I’m guessing production assumes the vets will shield each other from nomination at least for week one. And speaking of live feeds, we’re told they would start right after Unlocked, 9 PM EST, 8 PM Central. But if you look at the launch time, it’s 30 minutes later than what was promised. So, we’ll see if we get them a half hour later which the countdown indicates.

Big Brother: Pre-Game Boot and Early Winner Predictions

Also, some he-said / he-said action on pre-game booted Levi Banks. He insisted that he decided not to play BB28. Levi posted on social that he voluntarily pulled himself because he realized it was not the right fit for him personally. He called it one of the hardest decisions of his life. Meanwhile, CBS said he ran his mouth and got tossed. Last second exits are pretty rare. In BB25, Joseph Abdin got in as an alternate. BB21 reportedly had several alternates pulled in for various reasons. I think BB13 and BB18 also had a houseguest pulled. One for personal reasons and one medical.

Also, the BB28 finale is on October 1st and I was looking at early odds. Polymarket has Ashley Trail as the top choice to win. Several other polls have Haley Thogmartin as a top contender. Meanwhile, Dee and her Survivor counterpart Devens are also ranking in some polls.

And before we get into the BB27 showmance update, something funny about Rick Devens – if you guys don’t watch Survivor, trust me, you’re going to like him. He’s witty. Four years ago, he posted this tweet mocking Big Brother. It said Julie Chen in all her interviews when she’s asked did, she see what happened on the live feeds, and Julie says – I don’t watch that trash. Obviously, that’s not what Julie really said – it’s just Devens being funny. I hope he lasts a while in BB28.

Big Brother 27: Rylie and Katherine’s Showmance Update

And now the creeper update on Rylie Jeffries and Katherine Woodman. Remember the showmance from BB27 that had her family reaching out here in the comments section saying they were worried. Fans were worried. Rylie was controlling, gaslighting, giving all the red flags and ick. Telling Katherine they would be together, she had no choice. Rylie told her what houseguests she couldn’t talk to and was honestly so appalling on the live feeds but given a golden edit on the episodes for the casuals. Yet Katherine dated him anyway post-BB27. And it lasted six months. Then, it came out that she split from Rylie over lifestyle clashes and the strain caused by his personal life.

Her BB27 bestie Lauren Domingue posted a video of her and Katherine skipping down a snowy street. The caption was – what life sounds like when you and your bestie are single in New York. Katherine dumped Rylie in February of this year and sources said a big factor was that Rylie was way more into her than she was with him.

That was obvious from day one in the Big Brother 27 house. Katherine also said in an interview style chat with Ashley Hollis that she felt guilty for the amount of hate Rylie was getting post-season and so Katherine stayed with him longer than she should’ve. I mean honestly, even one date was longer than should’ve but it’s her life.

BB27 Alum Rylie Boasting BoomBall

As for the controversy over Rylie missing the birth of a child while in BB27, he claimed he’d been told he was not the father of the child. Then, post-eviction, told an interviewer there would be a paternity test to confirm. No word after that. Rylie is still in the public eye now, but in a new way. He’s playing BoomBall which is like baseball on steroids. The teams are co-ed and it looks wild. I’ve seen go-karts on the field. A flaming circle of fire and Rylie’s shtick is to come out on a horse and do a backflip off it.

Of interest is Rylie’s a longtime baseball player who played all through high school. His BoomBall team is the Chaos Crew. And Zach Cornell, who’s still tight with Rylie, is also playing BoomBall but for the Lucky Llamas. I’d never heard of BoomBall before researching the Rylie update and now I’m dying to see it in person.

One last thing, Katherine and Lauren just posted a TikTok joking about a Netflix documentary on what happened to their showmances. I’ll update you on Zach and Lauren’s volatile split next time. And we’ll be back with an update once nominations are locked in. Get ready – Unlocked has fan voting elements you don’t want to miss and you’ll get the confirmation that Dee’s in the game, in place of Rachel the lava queen.

Finding a dress that’s both flattering and comfortable isn’t always easy, but I’ve found that wrap dresses rarely disappoint. With an adjustable waist tie, a wrap dress instantly creates shape while camouflaging a belly pooch.

As a shopping writer, I was able to source 19 styles worth adding to your closet, including a breezy floral wrap dress and an office-ready wrap dress. Whether you’re shopping for vacations, weddings or everyday wear, every wrap dress I pulled comes in under $50.

Tummy-Control Wrap Dresses That Hide a Belly Pooch

1. Our Favorite: Between the adjustable tie, flutter sleeves and flowy ruffle hem, this floral midi dress is the kind of dress that helps me feel confident the moment I put it on.

2. Sunset Style: Warm evenings call for this vibrant wrap dress. I’d pair it with a woven clutch and espadrilles for a resort-inspired look.

3. Classic Pick: Few prints have stood the test of time quite like a polka-dot midi dress. The wrap silhouette makes it flattering enough for work events and dinner dates alike.

4. Pretty Pick: Blue and red florals never go out of style, especially on a ruffled wrap dress. The adjustable tie lets you tailor the fit for all-day comfort.

5. Feel-Good Fit: Slipping into a flowy wrap dress is one of the easiest ways to feel instantly confident. The stretchy smocked waist defines the midsection without tugging or squeezing.

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6. Wear Everywhere: If I could only pack one floral wrap dress for a weekend trip, this would be it. It works just as well sightseeing as it does for dinner afterward.

7. French Girl-Style: A polka-dot wrap dress never goes out of style. I’d wear it with ballet flats or ankle boots depending on the season. 

8. Dreamy Pick: There’s something so romantic about this watercolor floral dress. The wrap silhouette keeps it timelessly chic.

9. Mediterranean Mood: Every time I see a striped wrap maxi dress, I immediately think of the Greek islands. The wrap-style waist and vertical stripes create an effortlessly flattering silhouette.

10. Ladylike Look: Polka dots instantly make this wrap maxi dress feel polished and feminine. I’d keep the accessories simple and let the classic print do all the talking.

11. Textured Touch: It’s the subtle details that make this swiss-dot wrap dress stand out. The tie waist creates beautiful definition, while the textured fabric gives it a boutique feel.

12. Office-Ready: Nothing beats a draped wrap dress when I want to feel confident. The side tie naturally defines the waist, while the ruching softly skims over the midsection.

13. Designer Feel: Looking at this checked wrap dress instantly reminds me of something you’d find in a luxury boutique. The structured print gives it a rich, elevated feel.

14. Figure Flatterer: Finding a striped wrap dress that creates shape without clinging is always a win. The adjustable waist and elongating stripes create a beautifully balanced fit.

15. Everyday Essential: The tie waist on this striped mini dress creates shape, while the pockets make it even more practical for everyday wear. It’s one of those grab-and-go staples I’d buy in every color.

16. Instant Slimming: Whenever I want a sleek silhouette, I gravitate toward a black wrap dress. The gathered waist creates definition, while the draped fabric glides over the tummy.

17. Farmer’s Market: I’d happily spend a Saturday in this green wrap mini dress with a coffee in one hand and fresh flowers in the other. It’s equal parts comfortable and cute.

18. Forever Favorite: I never regret adding a Swiss dot maxi dress to my closet. Between the flattering silhouette and timeless navy shade, it never feels dated.

19. Summer Wedding: RSVP season practically calls for a ruffled wrap midi dress. It has all the elegance of a cocktail dress with the comfort of an everyday wrap silhouette.

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The late Sam Neill radiated warmth and a quiet authority that made him a perfect grounding point for audiences. In many sci-fi and thriller films, however, he would often turn this on its head to frightening effect, with unforgettable horror roles that transformed potentially schlocky material into genre classics. With Neill’s sudden death on July 13 at age 78, the world has lost not only a legendary screen presence, but a quiet horror icon who deserves recognition alongside the greats.

While much of his mainstream praise came for roles in dramas like The Piano and his charmingly gruff paleontologist in Jurassic Park, Neill was a force of nature when it came to horror. He even played the Antichrist himself in 1981’s The Omen III: The Final Conflict, coldly ordering the murder of dozens of newborns. Through a number of unforgettable roles in the genre since the 1980s, Neill proved that quiet dignity and a capacity for menace kept in reserve could be even more frightening than histrionics and make-up effects.

1981’s Horrifying ‘Possession’ Is His Most Fearless Role

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Polish art house director Andrzej Żuławski‘s 1981 film Possession was one of the original “video nasties” and remains a harrowing watch to this day. Much of the credit for this went to star Isabelle Adjani‘s legendarily unhinged performance, but a young Sam Neill, in one of his very first roles, not only held his own but matched her energy in the horror classic.

As a jealous, increasingly unhinged spy watching his wife disappear into madness amid the paranoia of Cold War-era West Germany, Neill’s cuckolded husband initially appears to be a cipher-like straight man to Adjani’s manic energy. However, he brilliantly modulates his character’s descent from quiet despair to paranoia to sweaty, bug-eyed madness and self-mutilation, proving a load-bearing part of the film. Neill’s eyes alone portray a soulful, bottomless sadness one moment and a complete surrender to insanity later, in the kind of fearless performance that was shocking for a young actor so early in his career. Even 45 years later, Possession remains a difficult film for many to get through, between its domestic violence and surreal, psychosexual gore. Adjani’s justifiably lauded performance often gets most of the credit — but Neill’s masterful work is equally responsible for its horrible, creeping power.

Horror Let Neill Weaponize His Natural Charm

In both Paul W. S. Anderson‘s Event Horizon and John Carpenter‘s In the Mouth of Madness, Neill starts out as a sort of everyman character similar to his iconic Jurassic Park role, serving as an audience surrogate ready to face down the horrors waiting in the rest of the film. Neill masterfully weaponized that natural charisma and audience familiarity, however, to intensify his characters’ descent into madness or capacity for pure evil.

As Dr. Weir in the Ridley Scott and Clive Barker-inspired Event Horizon, Neill starts off as a grieving scientist haunted by visions of his wife, but soon is consumed by the malevolent energy of a lost spaceship itself. Although the shot has been meme-ified to death today, the slow reveal of Neill’s Weir grinning maniacally after gouging out his own eyes was a downright traumatic moment for audiences who had been watching him in Jurassic Park just three years earlier.

Neill also turned some of the cheese in Phillip Eisner’s script into two of the most iconic lines in ’90s horror through the sheer power and gravity of his delivery: “You can’t leave — she won’t let you” and “Where we’re going, you won’t need eyes to see.”

As an insurance investigator in Carpenter’s In the Mouth of Madness, Neill affected a perfectly seen-it-all attitude, remaining skeptical of the Lovecraftian nightmares springing up around him in the town of Hobb’s End until it’s too late. Neill’s cynical performance is the perfect counterpoint to the murderous, tentacled old women and dog-eating children Carpenter populates the town with, and once he’s institutionalized, Neill goes all in on the titular madness. Disturbing as the film’s meta-conclusion is, there’s a maniacal thrill to watching Neill stuff his face with popcorn while watching a version of himself on a movie screen and cackling as the apocalypse descends on the world around him.

Neill’s charisma and talents went far beyond what was evinced in his most popular roles. If there’s any justice in the world, he’ll be equally remembered for the magic and madness he brought to the horror genre.

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August 15, 1997

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95 minutes

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Andrew Kevin Walker, Philip Eisner

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Even with the year still getting prominent releases week after week, 2026 has already been an exceptional year when it comes to filmmaking of all genres and styles. From massive high-budget blockbusters like Project Hail Mary to exceptional low-budget hits like Obsession, the year has continuously found ways to deliver outstanding cinematic experiences one after another. However, the year isn’t only defined by its most popular of successes, as there are also a number of amazing hidden gems released during the year.

Working outside of the traditional blockbuster or streaming avenues of marketing and release, many of these great films largely rely on word of mouth from critics and audiences in order to gain notoriety and success. While these films may be in a state of complete obscurity for general audiences nowadays, one can hope that after months of success and praise, more people can place these films on their own personal best-of-2026 lists where they truly belong.

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‘Saccharine’

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Abstract psychological horror has been a prominent trend in recent years, not just in the biggest horror blockbusters but also in the array of horror hidden gems of the 2020s. Taking it a step further with themes of body dysmorphia and the mental toxicity inherent to diet culture and eating disorders is Saccharine, which acts as the psychological horror response to rising interest in quick weight loss drugs. The dynamic body horror story brings together its elements with enough fun camerawork and paranormal concepts to make for an exceptionally impactful time.

The film follows a medical student who, on her quest to lose weight, ends up succumbing to an obscure weight-loss craze involving eating literal human ashes. While it seems to have great success at first, she begins to be in over her head when the ghost of the person she’s eating begins haunting her, forcing her to eat more and more food and eating away at her body.

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‘Jinsei’

Jinsei is a passionate and deeply personal feat of animation from its opening scene to the very end, telling a man’s 100-year life story as his life evolves and changes between struggles, friendships, betrayals, and worldwide fame. Almost entirely brought to life by director, writer, and sole animator Ryuya Suzuki, Jinsei is a glorious example of perseverance and dedication within the craft of animation. With so many different eras and styles that it tackles, the lofty film experience is at the very least worthy of respect for its craft.

While the hand-drawn style of animation may seem strange at first, its overwhelming sense of character and charm quickly wins over the audience. As the story changes and evolves throughout different styles and genres, it reaches a point of enlightened reflection upon the intricacies of life in its many changes. The film is everything one would want out of a wild, unrestrained passion project, being a massively ambitious artistic vision that consistently delivers.

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‘Power Ballad’

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Few filmmakers understand the emotionally charged power that music can hold in the cinematic medium quite like John Carney, whose career, including the likes of Sing Street and Begin Again, has made amazing emotional strides thanks to the deeply personal power of music. Power Ballad is simply his latest exceptional music-based comedy that makes use of his magical understanding of music. With charming comedy and compelling characters, Power Ballad is the year’s best cinematic music experience so far.

The outstanding musical sees the unlikely meeting of Rick (Paul Rudd), a past-his-prime wedding singer, and Danny (Nick Jonas), a fading boy-band star looking to kickstart his solo career. The duo ends up having a great night of playing music and writing songs together, yet things go awry weeks later when Danny ends up stealing one of Rick’s songs and turning it into the biggest song in the world.

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‘Mile End Kicks’

A quirky, feel-good rom-com full of personality and charm as it brings to life a distinct era and culture not too long ago, Mile End Kicks is one of many great Canadian films released in 2026. The film sees Euphoria star Barbie Ferreira as a young music critic moving to Montreal as inspiration so that she can write a book on Alanis Morissette‘s Jagged Little Pill. However, her plans quickly get complicated when she ends up being romantically involved with two members of an indie band that she begins covering, becoming their publicist in the process.

There’s a genuine earnestness to the characters and their chemistry that makes Mile End Kicks an exceptionally fluid and uncompromising rom-com experience. It cuts to the heart of the dumb decisions of young 20-somethings looking to throw caution to the wind, follow their dreams, and make as many friends as they make mistakes. Ferreria absolutely brings it for a killer lead performance, but the two male leads, Devon Bostick and Stanley Simons, also do a great job.

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‘Rose of Nevada’

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It’s easy for a time travel movie to largely focus on the hard science and intricacies of its concept, although Rose of Nevada is much more interested in how this concept can be utilized for themes of collective trauma and the living beating heart of a community. The film sees a mysterious boat returning to a fishing village 30 years after initially vanishing. When two young men (George MacKay and Callum Turner) join the crew looking for money, they end up being transported back in time and mistaken for the original crew.

With an intricate premise at its center, it would certainly be easy for Rose of Nevada to take a more traditional approach in terms of logic akin to other sci-fi films. However, the brilliance of Rose of Nevada instead comes from its psychological examination of these characters now thrust into this situation, how they adapt to taking over the roles and lives of people of the past, and losing touch with their original time. It’s a soft sci-fi masterpiece that will assuredly grow into a classic once more people witness its greatness.

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‘Faces of Death’

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Releasing 36 years after the previous entry of the cult classic horror franchise, as well as being the only film that isn’t a documentary, 2026’s Faces of Death instead builds off of the exploitative nature of the original films to comment on desensitization in the social media era. Especially considering that the original film was little more than a shocking display of real-life death and gore that was banned in many countries, this takes a much more insightful and layered approach to the concept with both a fun execution and an important message at its core.

The film follows a website content moderator tasked with removing overly violent and sexual videos from a social media platform, as she soon comes across a series of videos recreating the death scenes from the classic Faces of Death films. While initially debating with herself whether these recreations are real or not, she soon goes down a rabbit hole once they go viral, looking to take down the serial killer responsible. It’s a perfect mix of intelligent storytelling and gnarly and gory kills that makes it one of the year’s best slashers as well as feeling tailor-made for the social media era.

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‘Buffet Infinity’

Analog horror has been bigger than ever in recent years, from prominent original feature films like Skinamarink to one of the biggest analog horror series, Backrooms, becoming a massive blockbuster success. However, Buffet Infinity is arguably one of the most unique approaches to analog horror to date, adding in a heaping dose of comedy and working exceptionally well in the feature-length format. The film acts as a collection of cheap, locally produced TV commercials, telling a story of a mysterious new buffet business growing more successful, taking over competition, and with a sinister conspiracy unfolding all the while.

Buffet Infinity’s greatest strength is from its fundamental understanding of the inherent absurdity and silliness of analog horror, utilizing the abstract nature of the horror subgenre for comedy and lighthearted fun. However, its lighter moments don’t take away from when the film decides to go all in on horror and thrills, as it starts off subtly before growing to all-encompassing dread and destruction. It’s a wild swing for the fences in all the best ways and is easily one of 2026’s most creatively distinct experiences yet.

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‘The Furious’

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A high-energy Hong Kong action film that doesn’t hold back in terms of the ruthlessness and catharsis of its action sequences, The Furious is easily the year’s best action movie and one of the most stylishly entertaining action experiences in years. The film sees Xie Miao as a mute man fighting to save his daughter after she has been kidnapped by a local trafficking ring, taking down anyone and everyone who stands in his way. He soon ends up teaming with a journalist (Joe Taslim) who is on his own quest of revenge, as his wife went missing while investigating this trafficking ring.

It harkens back to films like The Raid in terms of its over-the-top brutality and satisfaction in its action, with the film oftentimes going to absolute extremes and constantly leaving the audience in awe of its craft. When so many of the year’s other prominent action films are quick to rely on large CGI setpieces and pre-existing properties, The Furious is a great reminder that satisfying, top-of-the-line action is all it takes to create a masterpiece action thriller.

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‘Blue Heron’

Sophy Romvari‘s powerful story of perseverance and grief’s continuous conversations with memory is one whose mastery speaks for itself while watching the film. Blue Heron is the type of masterpiece that easily could have become a major award-winning icon if released during the fall months, but seems doomed to be little more than a cult classic loved to death by die-hard film fans, never scratching past the surface of popularity. However, the sense of deep personal connection in every frame of the film simply wouldn’t be possible without this smaller scale and underground energy that the film exudes.

The film follows the memories of Sasha, the young daughter of a Hungarian immigrant family who relocate to Vancouver Island and deal with the increasingly dangerous behavioural issues of their oldest son, Jeremy (Edik Beddoes). It’s one thing to simply tell a story of a painful family experience, but the brilliance of Blue Heron is how it plays with the rose-tinted nature of memory, and how we often blind ourselves to the truth of painful situations to make for more uplifting memories. Similarly to one of 2020s other dramatic masterpieces about memory, Aftersun, Blue Heron only gets better and better upon rewatch and is an emotional tour de force from beginning to end.

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March 21, 2026

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91 minutes

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Sophy Romvari

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If you’ve ever dealt with that uncomfortable, overly full feeling after a meal, you’ve probably searched for a solution. You’re definitely not alone, and that’s why Physician’s Choice Digestive Enzymes have become such a hot topic lately. The doctor-developed supplement has even inspired a viral TikTok trend that lets shoppers watch the enzymes in action in real time before they ever take a capsule.

The so-called “Viral Pudding Challenge” involves opening a Digestive Enzyme capsule over pudding and watching its contents get to work breaking it down, a simple visual demonstration of enzyme activity. While the challenge isn’t meant to replicate human digestion, it offers an easy way to understand how the product’s blend of 16 digestive enzymes is designed to help break down proteins, carbohydrates, fats, dairy and more when taken before or during meals.

Get the Physician’s Choice Digestive Enzymes for $20 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

Beyond the viral videos, Physician’s Choice Digestive Enzymes were developed with doctors and formulated to support comfortable digestion after meals. Along with 16 digestive enzymes, the formula also includes probiotics and prebiotics to help support digestive enzyme health, making it a convenient addition to everyday wellness routines, especially before heavier meals or foods that don’t always agree with you.

It’s easy to see why the digestive supplement has become both an Amazon bestseller and a TikTok favorite. Just take one capsule 30 minutes before your meal and let the formula do the rest of the work. Each bottle comes with a one-month supply, and it’s safe to take any time you need it.

Shoppers say it doesn’t take much time at all to feel the difference after taking the enzymes. “It has helped me improve digestion and feel less heaviness after meals,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “The capsules are easy to take and the results were noticeable in a short time.”

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Whether you’re curious about the viral pudding challenge or you’re just looking for a little extra digestive support after meals, Physician’s Choice Digestive Enzymes might become your favorite new daily staple. At just $20 on Amazon, it’s an easy and affordable wellness upgrade that has already earned thousands of devoted shoppers.

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Former child actor Blake Garrett’s official cause of death has been revealed.

According to documents from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Tulsa, Oklahoma exclusively obtained by Us Weekly on Monday, July 13, Garrett’s probable cause of death is listed as acute fentanyl toxicity. His death was ruled an accident.

The summary report also stated that Garrett was residing in a sober living house in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the time of his death.

Garrett’s mother, Carol, confirmed to TMZ in February that the How to Eat Fried Worms actor had died. He was 33. Carol told the outlet that Garrett visited an emergency room in Tulsa one week before his untimely death. Garrett experienced “intense pain” before he was later diagnosed with shingles, per the outlet.

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How to Eat Fried Worms actor Blake Garrett has died. He was 33. The former child star died on Sunday, February 8, Blake’s mother, Carol Garrett, told TMZ on Monday, February 9. According to the outlet, Blake’s family is waiting for autopsy results from a medical examiner in Oklahoma to determine his cause of death. […]

According to Carol, Garrett moved to Tulsa to focus on his sobriety, adding that she believed her son had “truly turned things around.”

Garrett started acting professionally as a child, appearing in local productions of Aladdin and His Magical Lamp and Peanuts: A Charlie Brown Tribute. He later joined the touring cast for Barney’s Colorful World International Tour. Garrett later made his on-screen debut at age 11 in 2004’s Barney’s Colorful World, Live!, a straight to VHS production.

Two years later, Garrett appeared in his first and only feature film, How to Eat Fried Worms, as Plug, a friend of classroom bully Joe, portrayed by Adam Hicks. The children’s movie also starred Luke Benward, Hallie Kate Eisenberg, Kimberly Williams-Paisley and Tom Cavanagh.

“I play the bully’s henchman,” Garrett said of his on-set experience during an August 2006 interview with The Oklahoman. “But everybody got along on the set.”

Garrett also recalled a fun on set moment where he and the cast got to ride bicycles for a scene.

“There was one scene where we were riding on a gravel road and got to slide to a stop. The guys who could ride worked on that scene. They had a camera on the ground, and in one scene I slid and gravel hit the camera,” he said. “They really liked that shot, and that’s the one they used in the movie.”

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Garrett’s performance in How to Eat Fried Worms earned him a 2007 Young Artist Award. The entire cast also won Best Young Ensemble in a Feature Film that same year.

After working on the film, Garrett returned to Edmond, Oklahoma, to complete his schooling at Summit Middle School. Garrett opted to live the rest of his life out of the spotlight.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

Madonna is celebrating milestones in her decades-long career as “Confessions II” continues to make waves on the Billboard charts. The music icon took to social media to thank her fans for their unwavering support, sharing a heartfelt message of gratitude as the new record reached new achievements. Her latest release marks yet another successful chapter for the singer, whose influence continues to span generations.

Madonna’s latest album, “Confessions II,” the sequel to 2005’s “Confessions on a Dance Floor,” was released on July 3. The highly anticipated record was met with widespread critical acclaim, with critics praising how it blended infectious dance music with heartfelt, introspective themes.

On July 13, the 67-year-old singer took to social media to express her gratitude to the people who worked on the project with her and, most importantly, to her fans, for their unwavering support.

“Words cannot express how Grateful and Surprised I am By the incredible reception… Thank You – to everyone who has been a part of this and who has helped make this dream come true. Especially my Fans,” the singer wrote, adding that she was still “pinching” herself.

“Confessions II” is Madonna’s 15th studio album.

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The Queen Of Pop Makes Billboard History

“Confessions II” debuted at the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart, marking Madonna’s first No. 1 album in the 2020s. While that in itself was impressive, the achievement also made the singer the only music artist to have No. 1 albums in four different decades: 1980s, 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s.

Her latest release launched with 134,000 equivalent album units in the first week alone, with a significant share attributed to physical copies, including a vinyl record that sold 59,000 units. The metric is computed using a modern industry formula that includes streaming, digital downloads, and physical copies, per Billboard.

Madonna Joins Elite Group Of People With Another Recognition

“Confessions II” also marks Madonna’s 10th No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart. Her first record to achieve the top spot was her sophomore album, “Like a Virgin,” released in 1985. Moreover, she has 12 No. 1 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, which tracks an individual song’s popularity.

Madonna is the latest to join the elite club of artists who have achieved at least 10 No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 and at least 10 No. 1 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, which includes only three others: The Beatles, Taylor Swift, and Drake.

The Singer Has The Most No. 1 Songs On The Billboard Dance Club Songs Chart

In 2020, Madonna’s song “I Don’t Search I Find,” from the album “Madame X,” climbed from No. 2 to the top spot of Billboard’s Dance Club Songs chart, marking her 50th song to reach No. 1 on the chart. She tops other artists including Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Janet Jackson.

With the achievement, she became the only artist to have at least one No. 1 song on the Dance Club Songs chart in five different decades. Furthermore, Madonna was the first artist to have 50 top songs on any Billboard chart.

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With the release of another dance album, Madonna could soon add to her record-setting tally of chart-topping dance club songs.

Madonna’s Failed Biopic Led To Her Latest Album

There was a seven-year gap between “Confessions II” and Madonna’s last album, “Madame X.” The singer said she had been working on a biopic for a few years, but in the end, her deal with Universal Studios fell through. Netflix then reached out to work with her on a series, but it didn’t move forward either.

“Good thing I have another job because I need to work, I need to create, I need to do what I was put on this earth to do,” Madonna told Interview Magazine. That was when she decided to create a dance album, specifically, a sequel to “Confessions on a Dance Floor.”

Madonna said she wrote some songs about “family trauma,” adding that her daughter, Lola, also approached her to write a song together, which the singer said helped heal their relationship. That also reinforced the idea of releasing a new album. “I thought the world is in a very dark place and people need to dance,” Madonna said.

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A major Marvel rumor is making waves online, with reports claiming that Adam Driver is being lined up to play Magneto in Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated X-Men reboot.

The casting rumor quickly gained traction after surfacing through industry scoopers before spreading across social media, Reddit, and several entertainment news outlets. While Marvel Studios has yet to confirm the report, Driver’s name has rapidly become one of the most talked about possibilities for the iconic mutant leader.

If the rumor proves true, Driver would become the third major actor to portray Erik Lehnsherr on the big screen, following legendary performances by Sir Ian McKellen and Michael Fassbender. The role is widely considered one of Marvel’s most complex characters, requiring an actor capable of balancing both villainy and sympathy, something many fans believe Driver has consistently demonstrated throughout his career.

Adding even more excitement to the speculation is the timing. Marvel Studios is expected to return to Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con later this month, and many insiders believe the presentation could serve as the stage for the studio’s first official X-Men casting announcements. While rumors continue to point toward Hall H as the place where Marvel could unveil its new mutant lineup, the studio has not confirmed that any X-Men casting announcements are planned, making the speculation just that for now.

Recent reports have suggested Marvel is assembling a fresh roster of mutants following the events of Avengers: Secret Wars, with younger actors reportedly being sought for characters like Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, and Nightcrawler. Veteran actors are still believed to be in the mix for legacy characters such as Magneto and Professor X, making Driver’s rumored involvement a believable fit if Marvel chooses to go that route.

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Driver is no stranger to blockbuster franchises, having portrayed Kylo Ren throughout Disney’s Star Wars sequel trilogy while also earning Academy Award nominations for Marriage Story and BlacKkKlansman. His ability to portray emotionally layered characters has made him a longtime fan favorite for several Marvel roles.

For now, however, fans should approach the rumor with caution. Marvel Studios has remained silent regarding its X-Mencast, and numerous names have been linked to the reboot over the past year without becoming official.

With San Diego Comic-Con just around the corner, fans may not have to wait much longer to learn who will lead the next generation of Marvel’s mutants. Whether Adam Driver ultimately dons Magneto’s iconic helmet remains to be seen, but if the Hall H rumors prove accurate, the official reveal could be just days away.