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‘The Last of Us’ Showrunner To Adapt One of the Greatest Video Games of the Decade
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After redefining what a video game adaptation can look like on TV, Craig Mazin is officially taking on his next challenge — and it’s a big one. The Baldur’s Gate series is in development at HBO, according to reports, with Mazin attached to create, write, executive produce, and showrun the project. This may also mean that The Last of Us will indeed end with Season 3, despite speculation it could go further.
Baldur’s Gate 3 has been a genuine pop culture juggernaut since launching in 2023, pulling in more than 15 million players and quickly earning a reputation as one of the greatest RPGs ever made. Set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, the game is known for its morally messy choices, deeply written characters, sharp humor, and willingness to let players completely break (or save) the world in wildly personal ways. Mazin is clearly not approaching the adaptation as a casual hire.
“After putting nearly 1000 hours into the incredible world of Baldur’s Gate 3, it is a dream come true to be able to continue the story that Larian and Wizards of The Coast created. I am a devoted fan of D&D and the brilliant way that Swen Vincke and his gifted team adapted it. I can’t wait to help bring Baldur’s Gate and all of its incredible characters to life with as much respect and love as we can, and I’m deeply grateful to Gabe Marano and his team at Hasbro for entrusting me with this incredibly important property.”
Why Is Craig Mazin Making Baldur’s Gate?
The series will extend beyond the original Baldur’s Gate games, expanding the larger universe created by Hasbro Entertainment. Jacqueline Lesko, Cecil O’Connor, and Hasbro Entertainment’s Gabriel Marano will executive produce alongside Mazin. Marano emphasized just how long fans have been waiting for this moment:
“The fans have been eagerly awaiting an adaptation of Baldur’s Gate, and we could not ask for better partners than HBO and the incomparable Craig Mazin to build this world with.”
For HBO, this fits squarely into its prestige genre lane. Francesca Orsi, head of HBO drama programming, highlighted why Mazin is such a natural fit:
“His deep and long-standing passion for the source material paired with his remarkable talent for building immersive worlds filled with rich, compelling characters promises groundbreaking results.”
This project also continues Mazin’s deep relationship with HBO. His overall deal with the network and HBO Max was extended for four more years in 2024.
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Farrah Abraham Unapologetic Over Egyptian Vacation Outfit Backlash
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Freak Out Over My Sexy Egypt Pics All You Want …
I’ll Wear What I Want!!!
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Farrah Abraham’s brushing off the backlash over rocking a revealing outfit at Egypt’s Great Pyramids — telling TMZ she’s not about to live in fear just because some critics got offended.
The ex-“Teen Mom” star, who’s in Egypt celebrating daughter Sophia’s 17th birthday, tells us if her outfit had actually been an issue, someone there would’ve said something — and if anything, she tells us local women were kind and even complimented their style.
Farrah adds she respects everyone else’s clothing choices, so she expects the same energy back. In her view, people should be free to wear what they want — whether it’s for a photoshoot, religion, or personal style.
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Bottom line for Farrah — she’s not here to police anyone else’s fashion narrative, and she doesn’t think anyone should be policing hers either.
Farrah also got her first tattoo in Egypt… a matching Egyptian hieroglyphics back tattoo with Sophia.
Clearly, Farrah’s clearly not losing sleep over the outrage … she’s still proudly posting pics in a skin-baring gold top and black bottoms in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza along with daughter Sophia. Haters be damned!
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Karen Gillan’s Raunchy, R-Rated Netflix Comedy Is A Mega-Budget Lockdown
By Robert Scucci
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After watching 2022’s The Bubble and then taking a peek at the reviews for the Netflix Original over at Rotten Tomatoes, I’m thoroughly convinced that people don’t know how to have fun. Having been absolutely punished with a 20 percent critical score and a 30 percent audience approval rating, you’d think that The Bubble is a complete failure on every level. My takeaway is that, while disjointed at times, it’s meant to be when you consider the film’s subject matter.
It’s about a bunch of entitled actors, most of whom are past their prime (except for the TikTok girl), locked up in a mansion during the COVID-19 pandemic while trying to make an epic CGI dinosaur movie in the vein of Jurassic World Dominion, with exceedingly disastrous results. While I admittedly haven’t seen a ton of pandemic-era movies that operate on this level of meta commentary, the framework works perfectly as a way to trap all of this talent in one place.

That talent, including Karen Gillan, Pedro Pascal, Fred Armisen, Iris Apatow, Leslie Mann, David Duchovny, Keegan-Michael Key, and Kate McKinnon, clearly has a blast with the premise because most of them have been in movies like this before. Their on-set interactions feel like they’re coming from a genuine place of frustration, which makes the satire land even harder.
Quiet On The Set!
The Bubble primarily focuses on Carol Cobb’s (Karen Gillan) struggles as she signs onto the latest installment in the Cliff Beasts franchise, Cliff Beasts 6: Battle for Everest – Memories of a Requiem. Having committed career suicide after starring in the profoundly anti-semitic Jerusalem Rising 2, Carol reluctantly returns to Cliff Beasts as a way to repair her reputation.

Here’s the kicker. The world is still operating under strict COVID-19 lockdown protocol, so production is riddled with problems from the start. Every cast member has to self-quarantine for two weeks in the luxury hotel where filming takes place. Once quarantine is lifted and production can finally begin, we’re introduced to the rest of the cast and crew under the supervision of Darren Eigan (Fred Armisen), an indie filmmaker who has never worked on a big-budget blockbuster before.
Joining the ranks is Dustin Mulray (David Duchovny), who, functioning as a de facto producer, constantly wants to rewrite the script. He mostly wields his influence to win Lauren Van Chance’s (Leslie Mann) affection by giving her better dialogue and more screen time. Pedro Pascal’s Dieter Bravo is a sex and drug addict who clearly needs rehab, but he also needs the payday to fuel his habits, making him a true wildcard. Rounding out the group is Sean Knox (Keegan-Michael Key), who is quietly trying to start a wellness cult while not actively working on the film.

Functioning as the new blood in the Cliff Beasts franchise is Krystal Kris (Iris Apatow), who is so popular on TikTok that Darren is pressured into casting her at the urging of Paula (Kate McKinnon), the studio executive pumping money into the series, to guarantee a viable return for her shareholders.
A Total Disaster Flick
As days turn to weeks, which turn to months, Cliff Beasts 6 runs into one problem after another. Creative differences boil over. Vices begin to take hold. Cast and crew members get sick, though it’s just the flu so they can still work. Stunts are coordinated remotely by John Cena’s Steve, who has a weak signal on his iPad, resulting in serious injuries. Everybody slowly succumbs to cabin fever, and their attempts to escape the compound are met with disciplinary action. Lauren gets her hand shot off, and every actor is forced to wear a tracking device, for example. It’s indentured servitude wrapped in Hollywood accounting, and it’s beautiful.

The meta commentary in The Bubble is what really seals the deal. Each actor wants to complain about their work conditions, only to realize they’re living in a luxury hotel with every amenity imaginable at their disposal. While the production of Cliff Beasts 6 is clearly grueling, they still have the kind of job security most people would risk their lives for, especially during a global pandemic that put countless people out of work.
Now that I think about it, as I’m writing this review, I could see why viewing the pandemic through this lens could rub some people the wrong way. But that’s entertainment, baby.
The “Special Effects” Are The Best Part

My favorite wink and nod in The Bubble is the Cliff Beasts 6 production itself. Shot entirely on green screen, we see the movie from an audience perspective, complete with flying, fire-spitting dinosaurs. The second Darren yells “cut,” we see the reality, which is actors dangling awkwardly from wires and crew members standing in as creatures, wearing green boxes that will be edited in post. We get action sequences that resemble Jurassic World Dominion, a film produced under similar circumstances and the clear target of The Bubble’s satire, and then immediately see how the sausage is made, along with how petty everyone involved truly is.
If I had to compare The Bubble’s energy to any somewhat recent film, I’d say This Is the End is a solid stylistic and spiritual counterpart. While that film features real actors playing exaggerated versions of themselves, The Bubble features real actors playing fictional actors who are playing characters in the movie they’re shooting. The clashing egos, holier-than-thou attitudes, and petty grudges are very much the same in every other aspect.

If you like a sharp, snarky satire that celebrates the very art form it’s actively mocking, with a cast that understands exactly how the industry works, The Bubble will not disappoint. It’s not high-brow stuff, but it’s carried by its ensemble and works far better than you’d expect if you’re judging it by reviews alone.

The Bubble is a Netflix Original and can be streamed with an active subscription.

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Ryan Gosling reveals his daughters hilariously subbed in for alien costar while filming “Project Hail Mary”
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“There’s some moments in the movie where I’m laughing or I’m just so charmed by him, which is like, it’s actually my kids talking to me and helping me out.”
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The Best X-Files Writer Pulled Cruel Pranks On David Duchovny
By Chris Snellgrove
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Most X-Files fans know Darin Morgan as one of the show’s best writers: after all, he’s responsible for such bangers as “Humbug,” “War of the Coprophages,” and my personal favorite, the Emmy-winning “Clyde Bruckman’s Final Repose.” He even came back to write a couple of episodes for the otherwise awful X-Files revival. As if that’s not cool enough, he also played one of the series’ most memorable villains: Flukeman, the giant flukeworm from the episode “The Host.”
Morgan didn’t have a great time filming this episode because he found the monster suit too tight and generally uncomfortable. In fact, his hatred of the costume is the primary reason that Flukeman never returned, despite the end of “The Host” teasing that he is still alive. However, the writer has a weird sense of humor, and he managed to make his own fun while shooting the episode. Specifically, he peed on David Duchovny without him knowing!
When The Water’s A Little Too Warm

First, some context: in “The Host,” the Flukeman moves around in the sewers, and Mulder has to get down and dirty in the sewer water to catch the him. At one point, he and Morgan (who was completely ensconced in the Flukeman costume) appeared together, partially submerged in the water. On the X-Files Season 2 DVD special feature “”The Truth About Season Two”, Darin Morgan revealed the hilarious truth: he peed in the water the two men shared, later stating that “I figured Duchovny would never find out.”
Until those DVDs came out, it was fairly easy for Morgan to keep this secret. David Duchovny was unable to detect that he had been urinated on (the truth isn’t the only thing out there, Mulder!), but even if he had, there was no way of knowing who to blame. You see, even though they had brief, verbal interactions, Duchovny never knew who was in the Flukeman suit!
Pranking The Show’s Biggest Star (Again)

Not content with simply peeing on one of the biggest stars of the ‘90s, Morgan ended up pulling one more epic prank on Duchovny. The two were both flying back to Vancouver for filming, and by sheer coincidence, they both ended up sitting next to each other. After about 30 minutes, Morgan hit Duchovny up with a strange request: to sign a book and make the autograph out to his “nemesis.”
David Duchovny went ahead and signed the book, but he was confused about the whole “nemesis” thing. At this point, Darin Morgan admitted that he played the Flukeman, the iconic X-Files villain who nearly got Mulder killed. Fortunately, the Mulder actor found the whole thing funny, and he was impressed that Morgan actually waited half an hour before pulling his prank.

While Duchovny got a kick out of the autograph prank, nobody knows if he ever watched those DVD special features and learned that he spends some of the X-Files’ best monster of the week episode walking through another man’s urine. Of course, rather than being turned off, some of the freakier fans out there might get turned on by this wacky tale. Secretly peeing on Fox Mulder without him knowing? That’s just another day for your average fanfiction writer.
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Days of our Lives: EJ Involved in Stephanie Stunt?
Days of Our Lives spoilers wonder if EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) and his secret lab are somehow involved in Stephanie Johnson‘s (Abigail Klein) kidnapping. She’s handcuffed to a chair and terrified. Owen Kent (Wes Ramsey) claims EJ didn’t hire him, but that may not be quite true.
Days of our Lives: EJ DiMera, Stephanie Johnson & Owen Kent Drama Unfolds
One thing we can say for certain is Dr. Rolf (Richard Wharton) has Owen Kent helping keep an eye on the pod person, presumably Lexie Carver. However, we also know Rolf is not the guy who writes checks and does payroll. That’s EJ and Gwen Rizczech.
DOOL History: Kidnappings and Dark DiMera Secrets
Owen Kent is obviously working for Rolf. And Owen wanted to keep Stephanie and Jeremy Horton quiet while he knew Rolf was in the lab next door. I think it’s safe to say Rolf has no idea that Owen kidnapped Stephanie and also trapped Jeremy.
So, here’s the bottom line. I want to figure out if EJ DiMera is payrolling Stephanie’s kidnapping again like he did last time. Or, it could be that EJ is totally in the dark about Owen even being back in Salem. That’s the best-case scenario, but Days of our Lives history says EJ may be involved.
Kiriakis vs DiMera Feud: Victor, Stefano & EJ’s Master Plan
Many years ago, the Kiriakis versus DiMera feud took a really dark turn. Victor Kiriakis had kidnapped Stefano DiMera. In retaliation, EJ hired Owen to do some dirty work. Owen had been working at the Kiriakis estate for Victor as a gardener and a handyman.
It was kind of like what they had Xander doing later. EJ had Owen kidnap Stephanie, who was dating Philip Kiriakis at the time. EJ wanted to use Stephanie as leverage to get his dad Stefano released. Initially, Owen’s abducting Stephanie was just a job. But then it turned into so much more than that on Days of our Lives.
Obsession on Days: Owen, Stephanie & the Mortuary Horror
Owen developed a creepy obsession with Stephanie. As she told Jeremy back then, Owen’s family had a mortuary. He kept Stephanie there in the morgue, stowed away in a cold, claustrophobic metal drawer.
Back then, Stephanie tried to manipulate Owen by using his obsession to her advantage. She was trying to convince Owen to release her. Then the guy went completely rogue. He stopped following EJ’s orders as he became increasingly fixated on Stephanie.
Eventually, Philip Kiriakis, Brady Black, Melanie Jonas, and Shawn-Douglas Brady all worked together. They had a hand in rescuing Stephanie. In the end, Owen was arrested. But he escaped when his prison transport had an accident years ago on Days of our Lives.
That accident is believed by most people to have been orchestrated by the DiMeras, specifically EJ. This was back in 2009, I believe. So nobody even thought of Owen as a suspect in Stephanie Johnson’s kidnapping because it had been so long.
Stephanie Johnson’s Realization and Jeremy’s Framing on Days of our Lives
Once Stephanie saw Owen, everything clicked. It all made sense. That’s why she almost immediately apologized to Jeremy. I was very impressed with that. I thought she might hold it out a little longer, but she apologized right away. Good for her.
With Stephanie now missing again, everybody is out looking for Jeremy because Owen did such a thorough frame job. That’s why Stephanie freaked out when Jeremy showed up in the storage room. Stephanie also believed the frame job.


Jeremy’s Devotion and Stephanie’s Escape Attempts on Days of our Lives
Jeremy is actually being great about all this. He’s very patient and understanding with her. Plus, he seems determined to save Stephanie from Owen no matter what. We know from Days spoilers later this week that Stephanie tries to escape.
Jeremy may even encourage her to go without him if she gets the chance. Stephanie wanted to know from Owen if EJ hired him. He smirked and said no. But he said he understood why Stephanie would ask that.
So they may not believe that this could be going on right next to the super-secret lab without EJ knowing. Plus, Owen told Stephanie and Jeremy that he has a job with night shifts. Owen used EJ’s name when he sent the bugged photo frame to Stephanie and Alex Kiriakis (Robert Scott Wilson) as an engagement gift. This may be Owen setting up EJ too.
I doubt EJ directly hired Owen. If you recall, EJ helped Alex locate the listening device on the frame when they realized the stalker, not EJ, had sent the frame. We also know now that Owen babysits the pod person at night, likely Lexie.
Owen told the tube lady that once she wakes up, he plans to recycle her tube and use it to smuggle Stephanie out of the hospital and out of Salem. That way, they can begin their new life together.
Owen Kent’s Deadly Plans: Jeremy’s Fate Revealed
As for Jeremy, he was supposed to be in jail right now as a scapegoat. Owen said that flat out. But since Jeremy found Stephanie, now kidnapper Owen has to decide what Jeremy’s fate will be. He said it’s going to be a more permanent solution.
That sounds deadly. So, yeah, I think Owen is planning to kill Jeremy. While EJ doesn’t seem to have hired Owen this time, at least according to the kidnapper himself. The question is — does EJ know that Dr. Rolf hired him?
If so, it must have crossed EJ’s mind that Owen could be the kidnapper. I suspect Dr. Rolf has no idea that Owen kidnapped Stephanie. Rolf has been working for the DiMeras since the late ’90s.
So I’m sure he’s at least heard of Owen. But Rolf might not know about the past kidnapping or just doesn’t care because he’s focused on his work. Rolf doesn’t care about extraneous things. EJ may not be screening who Rolf hires as overnight lab support.
History Repeats? Will EJ and Owen Work Together Again?
The big question is whether history repeated itself and EJ is involved. Maybe he and Owen are both lying. Or maybe, like Rolf, could be that EJ is too distracted. He’s trying to resurrect his dead sister Lexie, run the hospital, deal with Johnny, and juggle other stuff.
Maybe EJ wasn’t paying attention to who exactly Rolf was hiring to work as the henchman on this project. I personally suspect EJ may be totally innocent. If so, that would be a pretty rare occurrence for him. He was involved in Stephanie’s last kidnapping.
But then again, EJ didn’t hesitate to let the cops come into the main lab to investigate the area. That being said, EJ might have said okay to the search because he knew the cops wouldn’t find the real lab.
It was behind the secret door. The cops wouldn’t find the pod person, who is behind the secret door. Nor would they find Owen, who is only there at night and, again, behind the secret door.
So, I have to acknowledge there’s a slim chance that EJ could be in on Stephanie’s kidnapping. Maybe he suggested that Rolf hire Owen. Or EJ hired Owen to do one thing, knowing he would do another. That way, EJ’s hands are somewhat clean.
He might want revenge on Steve for continuing to investigate him. Or this whole thing could be an Owen and Dr. Rolf production. Owen could be, like last time, going rogue and acting alone against DiMera orders.
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The Matrix 5 Update: Script Progress and Drew Goddard’s Vision
After years of relative silence surrounding The Matrix 5, the iconic sci fi franchise is once again showing signs of life. The next chapter in the groundbreaking cyberpunk universe is officially in development, and the biggest update comes directly from the man now steering the ship.
A New Creative Voice Enters the Matrix
Warner Bros. confirmed in 2024 that Drew Goddard would write and direct the fifth installment, marking the first time the franchise moves forward without a Wachowski at the helm. Goddard is best known for projects like The Cabin in the Woods and his genre bending storytelling sensibilities, making him an intriguing choice to guide the next evolution of the Matrix universe.
In a recent update, Goddard reassured fans that the project is very much alive. Speaking about the film’s status, he confirmed he is deeply immersed in the writing process.
“I’m in my writing cave writing. I don’t know how long I’ll be in that writing cave, but whenever I come out, I’ll have news to share.”
It is a simple statement, but it signals something important. The script is actively being crafted, and there is no rush to force production before the story is ready.
Learning From The Past
The most recent entry, The Matrix Resurrections, divided audiences upon release. While some appreciated its meta commentary and emotional core, others felt it struggled to recapture the lightning in a bottle that defined the original trilogy.
Because of that reception, Goddard taking his time with the screenplay may be exactly what the franchise needs. The Matrix has always thrived on bold philosophical ideas layered beneath action spectacle. If the next chapter is going to resonate, the foundation has to be strong.
What About Neo and Trinity
There is still no official confirmation regarding returning cast members. Keanu Reeves has previously expressed openness to returning under the right circumstances, but nothing has been formally announced.
There have also been rumors about characters introduced in Resurrections potentially continuing their arcs, including the possibility of Priyanka Chopra reprising her role as Sati. Chopra’s expanded role in the fourth film suggested future story potential, though her involvement in the fifth entry remains unconfirmed.
At this stage, it is unclear whether Matrix 5 will focus on legacy characters or pivot into a new generation navigating the digital illusion.
Where the Franchise Goes Next
One thing is clear. Warner Bros. is not abandoning one of its most influential properties. Instead, the studio appears to be giving Goddard the space to shape something meaningful rather than rushing a sequel to market.
The Matrix has always been about questioning reality, identity, and control. With technology and artificial intelligence evolving faster than ever in the real world, the themes that made the original films revolutionary feel more relevant today than they have in years.
For now, fans will have to wait until Goddard emerges from his writing cave. When he does, the next era of the Matrix could be closer than we think.
Stay with Coastal House Media for more updates as they develop.
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The Star Trek Connection To Star Wars You Never Noticed
By Chris Snellgrove
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Star Trek and Star Wars have always had a weirdly symbiotic relationship. George Lucas has previously stated that Star Wars would never have become a success if it hadn’t been able to stand on the shoulders of the earlier sci-fi series. Meanwhile, Star Trek never would have been able to make the leap to the big screen (a move that made this franchise relevant again) without the success of the first Star Wars movie.
Unsurprisingly, fans have often wanted to see some kind of official crossover between the two universes, one which would do cool things like pit the Starship Enterprise against a Star Destroyer. While we never got any kind of big-screen crossover like that, a forgotten episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation tried to bring these fictional worlds together. In the episode “Up the Long Ladder,” a computer screen casually mentions that vessels in the 22nd century would undertake diplomatic missions to Alderaan!
A Tale Of Two Colonies

“Up the Long Ladder” is a Star Trek: The Next Generation episode in which the Enterprise encounters two very different space colonies: one that previously forsook advanced technology in favor of an agrarian lifestyle and one that embraced 24th-century innovation. The second colony embraced it a little too hard, and Dr. Pulaski quickly surmises that everyone there is a clone. They need more viable genetic material and kidnap Riker and Pulaski to steal their DNA. However, Riker later destroys the clones that the colony starts cooking up, and Picard convinces them to merge with the first colony to create a more viable gene pool.
As you can tell, the only thing with any real Star Wars flavor here is the emphasis on clones. However, this Star Trek episode’s reference to a galaxy far, far away didn’t allude to the clone armies made famous by George Lucas. That makes sense because back when this episode was made, “the Clone Wars” was a throwaway line in the first Star Wars movie rather than the name of a beloved TV show that helped flesh out the prequels.
Set A Course To Alderaan, Maximum Warp

Instead, the Star Wars reference was snuck into the background. Both of these colonies were established in the 22nd century, and at one point, Picard is researching the different types of missions that ships of that era embarked upon. In the original footage of the scene where Riker visits the captain’s ready room, you can see that one of the mission categories for these vessels is listed as “Diplomatic Mission to Alderaan,” which was Leia’s cover story (she was secretly smuggling the Death Star plans) in the first Star Wars movie.
Now, this was never intended to seriously link Star Trek and Star Wars together, as much as fans from both franchises would love to see that. Instead, this was one of countless in-jokes snuck onto the set by people like Mike Okuda. For the most part, these jokes were only meant for the cast and crew, as such fine detail (a tiny screen with even tinier lettering) wouldn’t be easy to discern on the smaller, lower-definition televisions of the ‘80s and ‘90s.
Use The Force, Jean-Luc

However, Star Trek: The Next Generation got an absolutely beautiful Blu-ray remaster, one which fans now watch (either through the discs or through streaming) on their huge, high-definition televisions. Most of those in-jokes for cast and crew are easy to read now, including the Mission To Alderaan in “Up the Long Ladder.” Accordingly, the name was changed for the remaster, and the fictional Alderaan was now replaced with the real planet Aldebran.
Just as the Death Star completely destroyed Alderaan, those remastering Star Trek: The Next Generation completely removed any references to Princess Leia’s homeworld. Still, those wanting to relive this tongue-in-cheek attempt to link Star Trek and Star Wars together can always dust off their old DVDs. If you don’t have them on hand, you can always give yourself a new task: “Diplomatic mission to the thrift store!”
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Woman Linked to David Harbour Asked to Leave Lily Allen Producer’s Party
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Morgan Cozzi — who was linked to Lily Allen‘s ex-husband, David Harbour, late last year — was asked to leave a birthday bash for Lily’s longtime producer … TMZ has learned.
Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ … Cozzi showed up February 20 to a party for producer Blue May at his home in Los Angeles’ Beachwood Canyon — the very same house where Lily wrote and recorded her latest album “West End Girl.”
We’re told Lily wasn’t at the party — she was in London — but plenty of her close friends and collaborators were in attendance. Rita Ora was also there, as she was currently working on her album with May. According to our sources, Cozzi arrived as a “friend of a friend,” and at first, her presence didn’t raise any red flags.
But once guests realized Cozzi had been linked to David, the vibe shifted … and we’re told she and the friends with her were asked to leave by a security guard working the party.
As you know … David and Lily split early last year, before she later alleged in her album “West End Girl” that he had cheated during their marriage.
We reached out to Cozzi for comment … she declined.
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Jim Carrey Likely Had A ‘Major Surgical Transformation,’ Plastic Surgeon Insists
Jim Carrey made a rare appearance at the 51st César Awards, looking noticeably different, leading many netizens to claim he had either undergone surgery or had been replaced by a “clone.”
A plastic surgeon has now weighed in on the controversy, noting the funnyman definitely had some procedures done.
Jim Carrey’s rep has since spoken out about the wild claims surrounding his recent outing, noting that it was indeed the actor at the award ceremony.
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Plastic Surgeon Claims Jim Carrey Likely Had A ‘Major Surgical Transformation’

As chatter surrounding Carrey’s latest appearance continues, several experts have weighed in, addressing what may have happened to the actor’s face.
In a chat with Page Six, top plastic surgeon Dr. Rachel Mason of La Femme Plastic Surgery insisted that Carey has gone under the knife.
She said, “This appears to be a major surgical transformation. The most obvious indicator is the significant elevation of the brows, which points to a brow lift.”
The Las Vegas-based surgeon noted that the procedure Carey may have undergone raises the position of the brow permanently and also helps smooth the forehead, while altering one’s facial expression to “create a calmer, more open look.”
According to the news outlet, Dr. Mason believes Carrey may have also had upper blepharoplasty performed on him.
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She said, “The upper eyelids are no longer hooded, excess skin has been removed, and the eyes appear structurally different rather than simply refreshed.”
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The Cosmetic Transformation Can Cost As High As $60,000

Speaking more on the matter, Dr. Rachel Mason shared that Carrey may have also had a fat transfer and facelift to achieve smoother facial features.
“The mid-face and lower face are smoother, fuller, and more supported, which is consistent with fat transfer rather than small amounts of filler,” she told the news outlet.
Dr. Mason continued, “The tightened jawline and lifted lower face strongly suggest a facelift, possibly a deep plane facelift, which repositions deeper facial structures for a more comprehensive result.”
She also shared that the actor’s smooth skin texture may be a result of laser resurfacing, noting that the procedure is “commonly used to refine the skin after surgical lifting.”
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According to the doctor, Carrey’s potential cosmetic makeover likely cost him $30,000 to $60,000, depending on the route he took.
She said, “Taken together, these procedures would typically total approximately $50,000 to $60,000 if a deep plane facelift was performed, while a traditional facelift approach would place the overall cost closer to $30,000 to $40,000.”
Dr. Mason further stated that Carrey’s “appearance should soften and become more natural over time” as it’s likely still in an “early post-operative swelling” state.
She believes the actor had no intention of making a “subtle change” to his facial appearance and that he was instead going for a “noticeable refresh.”
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What Fans Think About Jim Carrey’s Look

The controversy surrounding Carrey’s look got more complicated after drag queen Alexis Stone took to Instagram to share photos of prosthetics and a wig that looked like the “Dumb and Dumber” actor, captioning it, “Alexis Stone as Jim Carrey in Paris.”
Stone, who’s famous for impersonating Hollywood’s favorite celebrities, managed to fool many online, including famous names like Megan Fox, Lisa Rinna, and “Love Island” alum Malin Andersson.
The skepticism was much the same on social media, as many raised eyebrows over his lighter eye shade and the fact that he was using his right hand to sign an autograph despite reports claiming he’s left-handed.
“Jim Carrey is left-handed, and he was seen signing autographs with his right hand. This is not the real Jim. Probably a clone, as I have seen in an interview of his admitting he uses a clone,” an X user wrote.
Another added, “He looks so different. Don’t get me wrong, we all age. Something just feels off about this. Just my two cents.”
Due to the widespread rumors, the actor’s publicist put out a statement, stressing that “Jim Carrey attended the César Awards, where he accepted his Honorary César Award.”
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The Actor Dedicated His César Award To His Dad

Carrey took home an honorary César that evening and took to the stage to give a powerful speech as he dedicated it to his dad.
“I wanted to recognize my dad. I mean, my dad was the type of person that if you met him for five minutes, you felt like you knew him for 50 years,” he said in a viral clip captured after the event, per the Daily Mail.
During his speech on stage, he referenced his heritage to France and how winning the César, famously dubbed the French Oscars, has “come full circle” for him.
“About three hundred years ago, my great-great-great-great-grandfather, Marc François Carrey, left Saint-Malo in France for Canada,” he said. “Tonight, with this magnificent honour, this “square” has come full circle. Perhaps this is what my family was looking for.”
Jim Carrey Confirms Relationship With Min Ah

Not much is known about what the “Bruce Almighty” actor has been up to in recent times, as reports suggest he moved to Maui, Hawaii, in a bid to live a quieter life. However, it appears he hasn’t been doing badly in his love life, as he confirmed his relationship with his “sublime companion” Min Ah at the event.
Carrey was joined by Min Ah, as well as his daughter Jane Erin Carrey and her teenage son Jackson, on stage, and he made sure to pay tribute to them as he accepted the award.
“Thank you to my wonderful family, my daughter Jane, and my grandson Jackson,” the actor said in French, “as I love you now and forever,” per E! News.
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He continued, “Thank you to my sublime companion, Min Ah. I love you, Min Ah. And finally, thank you to the funniest man I have ever known: my father Percy Joseph Carrey, who taught me the value of love, generosity, and laughter.”
Carrey was previously married to Melissa Womer from 1987 to 1995, during which they welcomed Jane, and was briefly wed to his “Dumb and Dumber” costar Lauren Holly. He also dated Renée Zellweger and Jenny McCarthy in the 2000s.
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Selena Gomez Kisses Benny Blanco’s Foot, Social Media Reacts
Roommates, it looks like Selena Gomez is standing by her husband, Benny Blanco, and his dirty feet! Recently, the singer went viral after a video showed her kissing Benny’s mildly brown foot. The interaction occurred amid online discussions about his hygiene habits.
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Selena Gomez Smooches Benny Blanco’s Foot
X (formerly known as Twitter) is sounding off after Selena Gomez showed her husband’s foot some tender love! The couple appeared on the latest episode of the podcast, ‘Friends Keep Secrets,’ released on Tuesday (March 3). In seven hours, it racked up nearly 56,000 views and more than 600 comments. They talked about a lil’ bit of everything from Benny and Selena’s wedding to kids and even arm wrestling.
At one point in the podcast chat, as Benny was speaking, Selena leaned over and kissed his toes. He had the foot kicked up and bare, mildly dirty on the bottom. In reaction, he immediately smiled, turned to his co-hosts and seemingly said, “You like that?” Selena tapped his leg and said, “Oh, don’t make it a moment” to which he responded, “Oh no I wasn’t…”
“I liked it. It made me feel good. I love you so much,” Benny added as Selena rested her head on the same foot she smooched.
Afterward, one of the co-hosts spoke on seeing PDA between Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco for the first time. Blanco then explained why he avoids PDA in public now, saying Gomez is “such her own entity” and he wanted her to be “her own independent woman.” With that in mind, he added that it takes great effort to “not be googly-eyed over her and not kiss her and jump her bones all the time.”
“So to watch her kiss my toes really just made my day,” he said.
Selena Gomez doesn’t seem to mind Benny Blanco’s dirty feet because during her appearance on her husband Benny’s podcast, she kissed and snuggled them. 😵💫 pic.twitter.com/lAB4sikNUq
— TMZ (@TMZ) March 3, 2026
Benny Blanco Previously Went Viral For Dirty Feet & Farting
The Selena Gomez moment follows Benny Blanco going viral for his hygiene in the debut episode of the podcast last week. In it, he not only exposed really dirty feet but farted on the couch. Both actions had social media debating about his cleanliness habits.
Benny Blanco is facing backlash for his new podcast, where he was seen farting and resting visibly dirty feet on the couch. pic.twitter.com/qEu0weFlrb
— UNFILTERED WORLD (@Unfiltered_WD) February 25, 2026
After the viral moment, Selena Gomez showed her husband some love on social media with a photo of them smooching on the lips! She captioned the Instagram Story post with, “I fall more and more in love with you every day my love.”
Selena Gomez reveals in an IG story that her love for Benny Blanco grows everyday after video of him farting with dirty feet went viral.
“I fall more and more in love with you everyday my love ” pic.twitter.com/nH4Z4PNVm4
— Red Media (@RedMedia_us) February 25, 2026
Benny later defended himself on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ and removed his shoes and socks to show his feet.
“I have great feet,” he told the host last Thursday. “Someone zoom in on my foot. Look at that!”
Social Media Sounds OFF About Benny & Selena
It didn’t take long for social media users to peep and circulate the podcast snippet. Within hours of the episode release, Selena Gomez was in the headlines for her gesture of love. Now, the internet is weighing in on everything from her and Benny Blanco’s relationship history to what goes down in their bedroom, chile!
selena gomez kissing benny blanco’s dirty feet… whoever said maybe she was as nasty as him was right i’m in tears😭 pic.twitter.com/AZ7ncmBJmZ
— 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘆🫧💚 (@beyoncegarden) March 3, 2026
This might be the most disgusting thing I’ve ever seen 😭 their relationship is a humiliation ritual https://t.co/CubN0RiZT2
— jdb. (@_Jdbiebers) March 3, 2026
And the fact his feet are dirty again… i’m digusted https://t.co/S4h8gClxjO
— Elo (@luvshelo) March 3, 2026
Is this some kinda of humiliation ritual or something? Cause ain’t no she liked that shit. https://t.co/0ATMUl06QX
— LOVE (@LoveIsback24) March 3, 2026
i do not want to see selena gomez and benny blanco on my timeline ever again after that. please don’t. pic.twitter.com/DexZdpC5oJ
— celestina✨ 💕 (@celestinanamiku) March 3, 2026
girl added 415M people her close friends just to urge them to go watch her kissing her ogre husband’s dirty feet, this is so embarrassing 😭 pic.twitter.com/AdAWPzo3Mg
— amy♡ (@rhodegurly) March 3, 2026
You fucking the brand up https://t.co/UYOBvp3uqc
— J.C. Carter show (@CarterJahad) March 3, 2026
— greg. (@mistergeezy) March 3, 2026
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