Hey, Days of Our Lives fans, we have got your early edition spoilers for the week kicking off September 7th with EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) really on edge about Cat Greene (AnnaLynne McCord)’s ISA confession. And now he’s going to investigate and start digging up some dirt.

Plus, Joy Wesley (AlexAnn Hopkins) is heading into spinal surgery and a crisis may hit in the operating room or in recovery. Also, the week of September 7th through the 11th, there’s Holly Jonas (Ashley Puzemis) dealing with the new hater in her life.

Philip Kiriakis (John-Paul Lavoisier) risking everything and Chad DiMera (Connor Floyd) and Belle Black (Martha Madison) stepping into danger. Let’s dive right in. And as we always do on early edition day, we go over what’s happening the rest of this week and then we get into what is coming next week.

Days of our Lives Spoilers: Philip Blasts Joy

So, Wednesday, September 2nd on Days of Our Lives, we’ve got Philip confronting Joy. This week she is daydreaming, lying in her hospital bed. She’s picturing Alex Kiriakis (Robert Scott Wilson) marrying her and that he’s carrying Joy over the threshold in her bridal gown. So, looks like Philip stops by to see Joy before he takes off for Monte Carlo. Surely Philip knows that Joy’s heading into surgery. So, Philip may be confronting Joy about her not letting her sister Chloe Lane (Nadia Bjorlin) or her mom Nancy Mille (Patrika Darbo) or her dad Dr. Craig Wesley (Kevin Spirtas) know she’s getting major back surgery.

A special opportunity becomes available to Kayla Brady (Mary Beth Evans) and Steve Johnson (Stephen Nichols). Maybe another romantic night for Patch and his sweetness or maybe something more intriguing. Xander Cook (Paul Telfer)’s daughter, Victoria, shows off a hidden talent, and Sarah Horton (Linsey Godfrey) tells Victoria to spin for Xander and show off her dress now that Victoria is all ready to attend the Salem daddy-daughter dance at the club.

DOOL Spoilers: Stephanie & Alex Find Common Ground

Looks like lots of fun and cuteness. Stephanie Johnson (Abigail Klein) finds some common ground with Alex but once he finds out Stephanie spent the night platonically in bed with Theo Carver (Kyler Pettis), that ground they found in common may turn to unsteady turf. We also have Sarah and Brady Black (Eric Martsolf) getting suspicious on Wednesday. So Sarah’s getting Victoria ready for the dance. She may be helping Rachel get ready also since Brady’s taking his daughter to the dance as well. So, I wonder if they’re suspicious about a package showing up for Rachel.

Days of our Lives Spoilers: Rachel’s Gift from Kristen

Thursday, September 3rd on Days of Our Lives. The reason they may be suspicious comes out because we’re going to see that Kristen DiMera (Stacy Haiduk) has sent Rachel a surprise gift. So maybe it’s a dress for Rachel to wear to the dance or maybe a necklace to accessorize her dress.

At least Brady has the peace of mind knowing that Rachel knows it’s better that Kristen is not in her life. We also have the daddy-daughter dance in Salem officially kicking off. Brady is spinning Rachel around on the dance floor. We’ve got Chad and Charlotte boogieing around. Xander and Victoria are there with Xander holding Victoria up and twirling her around. It all looks really sweet. Hope it stays that way.

Days Spoilers: Marlena Uncovers a Memory

Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) has a mysterious memory pop-up on Thursday, and this may be another painful blast from the past tied to Stefano’s devious deeds. Marlena obviously doesn’t want Stefano on her mind, but it’s inevitable because Chad’s running off to Italy trying to crack this chess set mystery with Belle, and Marlena doesn’t like it. But they’re headed out of town right after the dance. EJ takes Chad and Belle by surprise.

So, EJ’s either going to show up at the DiMera private jet and hijack their trip or he may fly separately and show up to where they are. I feel like he’s going to hop on the jet. Either way, Chad and Belle are not excited that EJ has joined their trip. And after Cat’s confession, EJ seemed very stressed out, even though he convinced Cat that he was cool. I expect EJ’s going to head back to the Italian clinic on this trip looking for answers about Cat and he may put Rita Lesley (Maggie Carney) on high alert about his lying little assistant.

Days of our Lives Spoilers: Mystery Stalker in Italy

Friday, September 4th on Days of Our Lives, somebody’s spying on Belle, Chad, and his brother EJ as they touch down in Italy and start poking around in the chess set mystery. Chad and Belle have that Verde clue and they’ve got the LRA coin and the LRA note plus the hint from the Salem Symphony program and there’s some guy spying from a hidden camera as EJ, Chad and Belle are going through a room rifling it for clues.

So it looks like this guy watching is the DiMera minion who’s tasked with overseeing the chess set clues. Remember Chad said he expects these clues to keep coming. So, this may be the guy who orchestrated the thing with the program at the Salem Symphony event, and he may have followed them.

Chanel Dupree (Precious Way) questions Johnny DiMera (Carson Boatman)’s loyalty. This must be about Chanel not liking Johnny keeping secrets for EJ. Marlena started to confront Johnny this week earlier about what happened to Holly, as Xander encouraged Marlena to do, but we saw Johnny abruptly changed the subject and then he kind of shut down. Marlena was telling Johnny that he probably needs to get some things off his chest, but I don’t think he’s going to give up his dad EJ’s secrets. At least not right away. Now, long term, I do think Johnny will crack.

DOOL Spoilers: Holly Struggles

Holly’s leaning on Tate Black (Howard). She’s very upset about the attempted mugging that Lani Price (Sal Stowers) thwarted and also about Mason Whitfield’s (Brandon Butler) awful attitude towards her. We know he’s a Marine who’s going back to college on the GI bill. Now, he’s out of the service. So, we’ll find out soon why he dislikes Holly so much.

EJ’s henchwoman, Rita, isn’t strictly following his orders at the end of the week. So EJ has Rita trying to find out who bought the Kiriakis mansion. And EJ told Rita to take care of George O’Halloran, the DiMera Pharmaceuticals guy. Plus, EJ may want Rita to keep a close eye on Cat to try and figure out if she is still active with the ISA.

Days of our Lives Spoilers: Things Take a Turn for Sarah & Xander

Then the week of September 7th through 11th on Days of Our Lives, we may see the daddy-daughter dance outcome changing things for Sarah and Xander. We’ve heard some coming event shift Sarah’s attitude towards him, causing her to step back from Brady and for her and Xander to start creeping on the slow road towards reconciliation.

Javi Hernandez (Jacob Martinez) may change his mind about grabbing a drink with Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart). We saw Javi telling his ex Leo that getting together was probably not a good idea, but I think Javi’s going to change his mind. They’re soulmates. They just need to work through their issues.

After rejecting EJ’s deal, we likely see Gwen Rizczech (Emily O’Brien) pushing forward with the hospital purchase. EJ tried to sweeten the deal with a bribe, but Gwen still said no. And now EJ’s in Italy with Chad and Belle, who likely do not want his company. EJ is interested in the chess set suddenly, which is strange, but also he may want to visit the clinic and ask some questions about Cat and about his time there.

I’m also wondering if we may soon get a glimpse of Clyde Weston since his name’s been coming up. Also, actress Sydney Malakeh makes her day debut on September 9th. There’s a ton of speculation about her character and whether she is recast Sydney DiMera. If so, I would expect EJ to reconnect with his daughter, meet up with her in Italy, and bring Sydney back to Salem with him.

Days Spoilers: Sydney Malakeh’s Role Revealed

We will know next week if Sydney Malakeh is EJ’s darling daughter. Kate Roberts (Lauren Koslow) likely snaps up that job offer from Jack Deveraux (Matthew Ashford) about the Spectator. She’s been successful in the publishing world, but I wonder if Chad may not want to hire her because of the stunt Kate pulled with Bonnie’s book and targeting Johnny and DiMera. Maybe Chad will overlook it. Or since he’s gone, maybe Jack will override and Chad comes back to find Kate is already in place as the new local editor.

Holly’s got to face her new nemesis, Mason, in class, and he may make Holly’s life hard. Tate may even confront the guy. And I’m sure we’re going to find out what Mason’s grudge is about soon. Philip and Gabi Hernandez (Cherie Jimenez) try and win big in Monte Carlo to save the Kiriakis mansion and also save Titan. We’ll see if Philip’s gamble pays off. We may also soon learn the identity of Xander’s buyer for the house. I suspect it may be Sami’s fiancé, Dante Vitali (Actor to be Revealed), the guy we’ve never seen.

Fall may just be my favorite season. Cozy candles, delicious pumpkin-spice drinks and nostalgic films just do something to me — but the seasonal fashion tops it all. From plaid scarves to chunky cardigans, autumnal style is a step above. While I usually reach for fall-ready boots this time of year, I’m trading them in for elegant low-profile loafers.

This slim footwear style creates a sophisticated aesthetic that pairs effortlessly with denim, sweaters, and skirts. When I’m feeling extra playful, I even layer a printed sock underneath, creating a two-in-one look. But my favorite part? Retailers like Amazon and Nordstrom have tons of fresh styles that start at just — wait for it — $17.

Discover my top picks below, and achieve your best fall style yet.

13 Low-Profile Loafers for Fall 

1. Most Comfortable: On sale for $33, the Fitory slip-ons offer a sleek, black silhouette, including a chain-link detail across the vamp. Better yet, the flexible construction keeps you comfortable all day long.

2. On Trend: Modern and trend-forward, Coutgo’s sock-like penny loafers feature a pull-on design. The chocolate hue effortlessly pairs with fall colors, taking the guesswork out of getting ready.

3. Feminine and Elegant: If you’re in the market for more feminine loafers, consider the Birdies Starling slip-on flats. A soft almond toe, notched edges and luxurious velvet create an elevated option that will have everyone asking where you got them.

4. Make a Statement: Your closet deserves a pop of color, and orange is your best bet this time of year. The Aerosoles Day Drive loafers feature a vibrant, mango hue and gold-tone hardware.

Related: 13 Low-Profile Shoes That Look Expensive, but Are All Under $40

It’s the season for snuggly sweaters, cinnamon-scented candles and pumpkin spice lattes. Well, it’s almost time for the aforementioned, inspiring me to get a head start on fall dressing. Alongside slouchy leather totes, cozy pullovers and classic denim, I’m turning my attention to autumn-ready footwear — and Walmart has a surprisingly good lineup. The affordable […]

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5. It’s All in the Details: Slip into Bandolino’s glossy Lindio loafers, a pointed-toe pick with a charming bow accent. The subtle block heel adds just the right amount of height.

6. Slip On and Go: Suiara takes a classic loafer and combines it with a mule-like design, offering a silhouette that’s both easy and refined. These relaxed penny loafers are at the top of my wishlist.

7. The Best of Both Worlds: $17 for loafers? Yes, you read that right. The Finiwor pointed-toe dress shoes bridge the gap between comfort and polish, offering a sleek black design and cloud-like insole.

8. ‘It’-Girl Loved: Fashion spheres are obsessed with the pinched-loafer look, and Free Assembly masters the trend without costing you hundreds. Luxe-looking details include polished tassels and a round toe.

9. Like Slippers but Better: If you’ve ever wished you could wear your slippers around town, then these are the loafers for you. Complete with a scrunched design, the Scenario shoes stretch without sacrificing style.

10. Editor Favorite: It doesn’t get more sophisticated than Sam Edelman’s Loraine loafers. You’ll reach for them on repeat thanks to the chain bit, elongated toe and patent leather material.

11. Seeing Green: Who said loafers had to be onyx? Grab an olive-green variation from Nordstrom, featuring a stacked heel and intricate stitching.

12. Timeless and Refined: It’s not every day you find a loafer with a flared heel. These Italian penny loafers from Quince were made for an elevated wardrobe.

13. Sightseeing-Approved: The plush, cushioned insoles in these soft leather loafers seal the deal, making them perfect for sightseeing while traveling.

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As a fashion editor in her 30s, I can confidently say I’ve cracked the code on wedding guest attire. I’ve attended dozens of ceremonies over the past 10+ years, where I quickly learned what not to wear — including sky-high stilettos (although chic, my feet end up aching long before it’s acceptable to slip my shoes off). […]

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Chris Brown reportedly filed court documents claiming he’s too busy performing in ‘The R&B Tour’ to appear at a courthouse in Van Nuys, California. The filing comes after Brown was ordered to pay his former housekeeper, Maria Avila, a $13 million settlement following a dog attack.

RELATED: Okay! Usher And Chris Brown Extend “R&B” Tour Dates And Fans Are Cuttin’ Up

Brown Claims Tour Schedule Keeps Him From Court As Housekeeper Tries To Collect $13 Million Settlement

Singer Chris Brown is currently touring nationwide with Usher in ‘The R&B Tour,’ and the duo has been making headlines for their risqué fan interactions during the shows. The tour is so popular that it was recently extended. According to documents obtained by TMZ, the performer claims the tour schedule is keeping him from appearing at court in Van Nuys, California. Not only that, but the docs state that ‘The R&B Tour’ may be extended again.

Brown owes his ex-housekeeper, Maria Avila, a $13 million settlement after she won a lawsuit against the singer. Avila sued Brown after she was mauled by his 200-pound dog at his home in Tarzana.

Furthermore, Avila intends to review his bank statements and finances to determine how she’ll collect her $13 million settlement after a judge ruled she could be paid from Brown’s tour profits. However, the documents claim Brown’s tour schedule prevents his appearance in court.

Singer Shares Cryptic Post Amid Filing

Brown also shared a cryptic message with fans on his Instagram Stories on Wednesday, September 2. The post was made mere days after the news about the court filing was reported. However, it’s unclear if the post is related to the filing.

“A n*gga in motion don’t have time to explain his direction.”

The ‘Loyal‘ artist also shared pictures from ‘The R&B Tour’ with fans on the platform.

Brown performed three shows in the San Francisco Bay area on August 28, August 29, and September 1, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

Fans React To Brown’s Post By Cuttin’ Up

Fans reacted with jokes on TSR’s Instagram page, while others noted that the singer should just pay his debt.

User @gravityyfallz1 clapped-back, “He better be in motion to paying that lady.”

User @__shaniyahh added, “Period boo! Tell em again 😛.”

@_styledbythornedrose concluded, “Listen we all got some splaaiinngg to do to somebody… you ain’t exempt 🥴.”

RELATED: Wayment! Chris Brown Reacts After Lionel Richie Takes Jab At Him & Usher Over Their “R&B Tour” (VIDEO)

Do you feel that? The weather is finally starting to turn, with the summer heat slowly making way for cooler temperatures and sweater weather. And while we’ll still have to wait a little longer for the Fall anime season to arrive with a fresh batch of new series, that doesn’t mean Summer is done giving us plenty of reasons to keep watching. September is bringing the final stretch of new episodes and returning favorites continuing to fill out the weekly schedule. From the historical romance of Red River to the latest adventures in Pokémon Horizons, there’s still plenty of variety for anime fans to enjoy.

Meanwhile, Netflix is also getting ready to bring the highly anticipated STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: 2nd-3rd STAGE, while Crunchyroll continues releasing new episodes of Clevatess, Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World, The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You, and You and I Are Polar Opposites. With some of the biggest shows of the season heading toward their final episodes, now is the perfect time to catch up before the Fall lineup takes over. Whether you’re following these series week by week or still have a few episodes to binge, there’s no reason to put away your anime watchlist just yet.

‘Red River’ (Cour 2)

Release date: September 29 | Studio: Tatsunoko Production | Streamer: Crunchyroll

Cast: Mirai Tachibana, Wataru Katou, Souma Saitou, Aya Uchida.

Chie Shinohara’s Red River has been around for decades, but anime fans had to wait a surprisingly long time to see the beloved manga brought to life. The historical fantasy follows Yuri, a pretty Japanese teenager whose life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious hand pulls her beneath a puddle. When she emerges, she’s no longer in modern-day Japan but in the Hittite Empire of the 14th century BCE, where she’s immediately caught up in a dangerous battle for the throne.

With assassins targeting the royal family and political conspiracies unfolding around her, Yuri joins forces with Prince Kail and quickly finds herself playing a much bigger role in the kingdom’s fate than she ever could have imagined. As her courage and accomplishments earn her the reputation of the goddess Ishtar, Yuri must navigate a world of war and intrigue while trying to figure out where she truly belongs. The second cour arrives on Crunchyroll on September 29, bringing the series to a total of 24 episodes and continuing Yuri’s journey.

‘Pokémon Horizons’ Season 3—Rising Hope Part 4

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Release Date: September 18, 2026 | Studio: OLM | Streamer: Netflix

Cast: Minori Suzuki, Yoshino Aoyama, Ikue Ootani, Taku Yashiro, Megumi Hayashibara, Daiki Yamashita.

Pokémon Horizons introduces a brand-new generation of heroes and gives the long-running franchise a fresh start, following Liko as she leaves home to attend Indigo Academy and begin her journey as a Pokémon Trainer. What she doesn’t expect is for her grandmother’s mysterious pendant to become the key to a much bigger adventure. After the heirloom attracts the attention of the shadowy Explorers organization, Liko finds herself caught in a dangerous chase and is eventually rescued by the Rising Volt Tacklers, a group of adventurers led by Pokémon Trainer Friede.

Alongside Friede, Roy, Dot, and their Pokémon companions, Liko sets out to uncover the truth behind her pendant while learning what it really means to become a Trainer. By Season 3, the group is preparing for an inevitable confrontation with the Explorers, leading them to Blueberry Academy, where they face new challenges and continue developing their skills. Now, the adventure continues with Season 3: Rising Hope Part 4. The Rising Volt Tacklers find themselves racing against the Explorers once again as a dangerous new plan threatens to change the future of Pokémon and the bond between Trainers and their Pokémon. With Liko, Roy, Dot, and Ult facing another high-stakes challenge, the latest batch of episodes promises to push their journey into an exciting new chapter.

‘STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: 2nd-3rd STAGE’

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Release Date: March 19 | Studio: David Production | Streamer: Netflix

Cast: Shogo Sakata, Yohei Azakami, Kaito Ishikawa, Rie Takahashi, Kenta Miyake, Masaaki Mizunaka, Kenichirou Matsuda.

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure has become one of anime’s most recognizable franchises, thanks to Hirohiko Araki’s iconic manga, dramatic poses, and larger-than-life battles, not to mention fashion. Each of its nine arcs follows a different member of the Joestar family, all carrying the nickname “JoJo,” while introducing new settings, stories, and supernatural abilities. One of the series’ most distinctive elements is the Stand, a physical manifestation of a person’s spiritual energy that can fight alongside, or sometimes on behalf of, its user.

STEEL BALL RUN takes the franchise in a new direction, introducing Johnny Joestar, a former jockey who was once considered a genius in the sport before becoming paralyzed from the waist down. Set in 1890, the story follows Johnny as he enters a brutal cross-country horse race across America, initially drawn by the mysterious Gyro Zeppeli. But what begins as a competition quickly turns into something much more dangerous as the racers encounter strange incidents and hidden agendas along the way. Now, Johnny and Gyro are entering the 2nd STAGE, a grueling 750-mile journey through the desert. With the race becoming increasingly unpredictable and the true motivations of those involved beginning to surface, simply reaching the finish line may be the least of their problems.

‘Clevatess’ Season 2

Episodes 9 to 13

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Release date: July 8 | Studio: Lay-duce | Streamer: Crunchyoll

Cast: Haruka Shiraishi, Yuuichi Nakamura.

If you’re looking for an anime that mixes fantasy adventure with a surprisingly unusual premise, Clevatess is one to keep on your radar. The series follows Alicia, a young woman who has dreamed of becoming a hero since childhood. Armed with a legendary sword, she joins a group of chosen warriors on a quest to defeat the powerful Demon King Clevatess. But their heroic mission quickly takes a disastrous turn, unleashing a catastrophe that puts the survival of humanity itself at risk.

The last hope for humanity is an orphaned humanoid baby who ends up in the care of Clevatess himself. Suddenly, the very Demon King Alicia and the other heroes set out to defeat become responsible for protecting the future of the species that tried to destroy him. As the story continues, the fate of the human world rests in some very unexpected hands. Clevatess continues its second season with Episodes 9 through 13 arriving on Crunchyroll in September, giving fans more of the fantasy action and mystery as the story moves into its next chapter.

‘Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World’ Season 4

Episodes 4 to 8

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Release Date: August 12 | Studio: White Fox | Streamer: Crunchyroll

Cast: Kazuya Kamenashi, Takuya Satou, Maaya Uchida.

Re -Starting Life in Another World- is back with Season 4 Part 2, continuing Subaru Natsuki’s increasingly dangerous journey through a world where every victory seems to come with a devastating price. After the chaos that unfolded in Priestella, Subaru and his allies may have managed to survive the battle, but they are far from being able to celebrate. With Rem, Crusch, and Julius still facing uncertain futures, Subaru refuses to accept that their fates are sealed. His search for a solution eventually points him toward Shaula, a mysterious figure known as the “Wise Woman,” who is believed to possess knowledge capable of helping them.

However, Shaula resides in the remote Pleiades Watchtower, and reaching her means crossing one of the most dangerous regions they’ve encountered yet. Subaru and his companions must venture across the unforgiving Auguria Dunes, an enormous desert where deadly creatures, hidden threats, and long-buried mysteries stand between them and the watchtower. As they push deeper into unfamiliar territory, Subaru will once again have to rely on his allies and his ability to keep moving forward when everything seems determined to stop him.

‘The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You’ Season 3

Episodes 10 to 12

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Release Date: July 5 | Studio: Bibury Animation Studios | Streamer: Crunchyroll

Cast: Miyu Tomita, Wataru Katou, Maria Naganawa, Asami Seto, Kaede Hondo.

If you’re a fan of over-the-top romantic comedies, it doesn’t get much more chaotic than The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You. The series follows Rentaro Aijo, a teenager whose terrible luck in love has resulted in 100 straight rejections. Things take an even stranger turn when he learns that he’s destined to meet 100 soulmates during high school. But if any of those relationships fail, the soulmate he was meant to be with will die. With that terrifying responsibility on his shoulders, Rentaro does everything he can to make sure every one of his girlfriends feels equally loved, no matter how complicated his increasingly crowded love life becomes.

Season 3 continues Rentaro’s journey as his group of soulmates keeps growing, bringing with it plenty of new personalities, ridiculous situations, and unexpected romantic moments. For all its absurdity, the series isn’t simply interested in piling on new girlfriends for the sake of the joke. Each character gets a distinct personality, quirks, and relationship with Rentaro, giving the comedy a surprisingly sincere emotional core.

‘You and I are Polar Opposites’ Season 2

Episodes 10 to 13

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Release Date: July 5 | Studio: Lapin Track | Streamer: Crunchyroll

Cast: Sayumi Suzushiro, Shougo Sakata, Wataru Katou, Cocoro Oomori.

You and I Are Polar Opposites quickly won over fans when it premiered earlier this year, and now the charming romantic comedy is back for another season. Based on Kōcha Agasawa’s popular manga, the series stands out for its refreshingly grounded take on young love, finding humor in the awkward moments while also giving its characters room to deal with insecurity, vulnerability, and the emotional ups and downs that come with navigating a first relationship. The story revolves around Miyu Suzuki and Yuusuke Tani, two classmates who seem like they couldn’t be less compatible.

Suzuki is bubbly, social, and constantly conscious of how other people perceive her, while Tani is reserved, direct, and perfectly comfortable ignoring everyone else’s expectations. Despite their differences, the two gradually grow closer and discover that their contrasting personalities might be exactly what makes their relationship work. Season 2 continues exploring Suzuki and Tani’s relationship as they figure out what it means to be together, but their romance isn’t happening in a vacuum. Their friends are also beginning to navigate their own crushes and relationships, bringing new romantic complications and plenty of opportunities for the series to explore the messy, funny, and sometimes surprisingly sweet reality of being a teenager in love.

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Jacob Elordi’s latest movie, “The Dog Stars,” has failed to make an impression at the box office during its opening weekend.

Despite the actor’s growing popularity following movies like “Wuthering Heights” and “Frankenstein,” his star power couldn’t help boost the film’s performance.

“The Dog Stars” earned just $8 million during its opening weekend, falling far short of its more than $80 million production budget.

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“The Dog Stars” failed to attract a large audience during its opening weekend, despite being led by one of Hollywood’s rising stars, Jacob Elordi.

The film was shown in about 3,330 theaters across North America but brought in only $8 million during its first weekend in cinemas. This placed it fifth on the domestic box-office chart, behind several competing releases, including “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” and “Coyote vs. Acme.”

Expectations were higher given its $80 million budget and the fact that it was helmed by Ridley Scott. However, Scott’s presence, like Elordi’s, failed to translate into strong box-office numbers.

Viewers Share Mixed Reactions To ‘The Dog Stars’

Online, some viewers who reviewed the movie shared their disappointment with its plot.

“It just didn’t really go anywhere, first hour I was in, but the second hour it lost complete control. If anything, it was a post-apocalyptic love story,” one wrote.

“I don’t know how a decent story from the book can be so poorly represented in a film,” another individual shared.

“DOG STARS is the kind of post-apocalyptic flick you’ll instantly forget,” someone else stated. “Despite being one of my favorite genres, it makes a series of underwhelming choices and has absolutely nothing new to say. Ridley Scott is on cruise control.”

Jacob Elordi Fights To Survive In ‘The Dog Stars’

“The Dog Stars” is adapted from Peter Heller’s 2012 novel and follows a lone survivor living with his dog at an abandoned airport after an apocalyptic event. His isolated existence takes a turn when he discovers a mysterious radio signal and sets out to find its source, all while struggling to secure food and other essential supplies.

While the film explores familiar post-apocalyptic themes, it takes a different approach by leaving out the zombies often seen in the genre.

Elordi leads the cast as the film’s central character, with Margaret Qualley, Josh Brolin, Guy Pearce, Allison Janney, and Benedict Wong also appearing in key roles.

Ridley Scott’s ‘The Last Duel’ Suffered A Similar Fate

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“The Dog Stars’” weak debut also draws comparisons to Scott’s 2021 historical drama “The Last Duel,” which opened with just $4.7 million in October that year despite a production budget of roughly $100 million.

At the time, Scott claimed that Disney had done a fantastic job promoting “The Last Duel.” He then blamed millennials for the movie’s poor performance, citing their alleged ignorance of history.

“I think what it boils down to [is] what we’ve got today [are] the audiences who were brought up on these fucking cell phones. The millennials do not ever want to be taught anything unless you are told it on the cell phone,” Scott said.

Will Jacob Elordi And Ridley Scott Work Together Again?

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“The Dog Stars” marks the first collaboration between Elordi and veteran director Scott. For now, there is no indication that the two intend to work together again, and the film’s disappointing box-office performance could make another collaboration even less likely.

However, both are already moving on to other projects following their first collaboration.

Elordi is in talks to take on a lead role in A24’s upcoming thriller “Scapegoat.” If he joins the project, he is expected to star alongside former Marvel star Scarlett Johansson.

Meanwhile, Scott recently revealed that he is “rewriting the next Alien film,” which will likely serve as the last installment in the iconic sci-fi franchise.

Pedro Pascal was arguably the first big star to emerge from Star Wars’ Disney+ era as he took on the role of Din Djarin in The Mandalorian, primarily providing the voice of the titular helmet-wearing character. Pascal has played Din since 2019, across three seasons of the series before making the jump to the big screen with The Mandalorian and Grogu. However, Disney+ is already bringing the beloved character back for another adventure, without Pedro Pascal.

Disney has confirmed that Gavin Hammon will replace Pascal as the voice of Din Djarin in LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian, which arrives on Disney+ today. The animated special will offer a comedic LEGO retelling of memorable moments from all three seasons of The Mandalorian, with Hammon providing the voice of its helmeted hero. What makes this particularly notable, though, is that Pascal seems to be the only member of the main cast who isn’t actually reprising their role from the television series. Katee Sackhoff (Battlestar Galactica), Emily Swallow (Supernatural), Ming-Na Wen (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), Rosario Dawson (Ahsoka), Temuera Morrison (The Book of Boba Fett), and Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad) are all reprising their roles for the special.

Does Pedro Pascal Still Want to Play The Mandalorian?

Hammon taking over the LEGO version of Din Djarin doesn’t mean Pascal has finished playing the character in live action. During the press tour for The Mandalorian and Grogu press tour earlier this year, Pascal made it clear that he was willing to continue for as long as audiences wanted him: “You know, age is a real thing… Whatever my body can do, and however long people want to experience these stories with these characters, is how long I want it to last.”

Pascal separately said that he hoped there would be a “next chapter” for Din and Grogu, arguing that there was still plenty of potential left in the characters and the corner of the Star Wars universe created by Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni. His absence from the LEGO special also isn’t entirely unprecedented for the character. During The Mandalorian, stunt performers Brendan Wayne and Lateef Crowder regularly wore Din Djarin’s armor for action sequences and when Pascal wasn’t physically available, with Pascal providing the character’s voice.

LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian and The Mandalorian and Grogu arrive on Disney+ today. Stay tuned at Collider for more.

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Alexandra Grant is facing questions over whether her latest museum project really benefited the female writers whose work it featured. Critics have questioned whether the exhibition gave those writers a bigger platform or drew more attention to Keanu Reeves‘ longtime girlfriend herself. The scrutiny grew after several participating writers reportedly said the project was less collaborative than they expected and raised concerns about the fees they were initially offered.

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Keanu Reeves’ longtime partner, Alexandra Grant, is facing criticism over an art project that was promoted as amplifying female writers’ voices.

German art magazine Monopol questioned whether Grant’s “One Star Is Enough to Believe in the Light” exhibition at Neues Museum Nürnberg actually empowered the writers whose work it incorporated. The outlet argued that several of the contemporary German-language authors featured were already established figures who hardly needed Grant’s introduction to an audience.

That framing became a central point of contention because the project positioned Grant as someone helping bring overlooked female voices into the museum space. Monopol pushed back on that idea. The outlet pointed out that Fatma Aydemir, Rasha Khayat, Olivia Wenzel, and Pauline Füg were already accomplished writers with established careers, major publications, and industry recognition.

Grant’s Exhibition Draws Scrutiny Over Fees And Collaboration

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Monopol’s criticism of Grant went further. According to the publication, Füg, Khayat, and Wenzel said the dialogue, or “ping-pong,” process they expected with Grant never materialized.

The authors also reportedly said Grant characterized the exhibition as a low-budget project and initially offered only small fees for use of their texts.

The magazine contrasted those claims with the exhibition’s high-profile opening, which Reeves attended, and questioned whether his star power ultimately drew more attention to Grant than the participating writers. Monopol reported that she later increased the authors’ fees and secured additional usage rights following negotiations.

Alexandra Grant Discussed The Women’s Voices Behind Her Exhibition

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Months before Monopol published its criticism, Grant had already outlined the thinking behind the Nuremberg exhibition.

In a June interview with ELLE, she said the show would feature eight women connected to the German language, spanning from a medieval nun to contemporary writers. Grant described the project as an examination of how women had shaped themselves through literature and writing over time.

She also said the exhibition would present their voices through her paintings on paper and spoke broadly about the struggles women faced across different eras.

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Grant’s own description of the exhibition offers a broader view of what she appeared to be trying to do.

In her chat with ELLE before the show opened, she described a project spanning centuries of women’s writing, with each voice interpreted through her visual work. That framing suggests the exhibition was not simply about introducing unknown writers to the public.

An author need not be obscure for an artist to bring her work to a different audience or to explore it through another medium. Grant also openly acknowledged Aydemir’s stature before the controversy emerged, calling her a distinguished novelist and playwright.

Alexandra Grant Reveals The Key To Her Relationship With Keanu Reeves

Rebecca Louise has revealed that after a year of marriage, she and Blueface‘s dad, Johnathan Porter, are getting a divorce.

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After A Year Together, Rebecca Louise Reveals She & Blueface’s Dad Are Getting A Divorce

Earlier this week, Rebecca Louise took to her Instagram account to share an apparently AI-generated flyer showing her and Johnathan Porter. Furthermore, the flyer featured the headline, “DIVORCED.” In addition, the flyer read, “SOMETIMES ENDING A CHAPTER IS THE ONLY WAY TO START A NEW ONE… AFTER CAREFUL THOUGHT & PRAYER, WE HAVE MADE A DECISION TO GO OUR SEPARATE WAYS… WE REMAIN RESPECTFUL OF ONE ANOTHER AND WILL CONTINUE TO FOCUS ON OUR INDIVIDUAL GROWTH AND PEACE.”

Social Media Reacts To Divorce News

Social media users slid in Rebecca Louise’s Instagram comments with reactions to the divorce news.

More On The Marriage Of Rebecca Louise & Blueface’s Dad

As The Shade Room previously reported, in February 2025, Johnathan Porter tied the knot with Rebecca Louise in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the Lucky Little Wedding Chapel.

In a circulating social media post, Blueface’s dad seemed to allude to speculated infidelity being the cause of their split.

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