Guy Ritchie has made a career with tightly edited crime movies, but his two-movie franchise has perfected the art of style. After cult classics like Snatch and Lock, Stock & Two Smoking Barrels, the filmmaker proved he could continue his crime brand on a larger budget scale. In 2009, he delivered the beginning of his highly entertaining Sherlock Holmes franchise.

Sir. Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic detective has been featured in many adaptations before, but none delivered Ritchie’s trademark sense of humor and delightful thrills. Robert Downey Jr. stars as the titular investigator, with Jude Law co-starring as his indomitable Watson. For two films, the duo exhibited a fun-filled friendship with more excitement than any previous attempt.

‘Sherlock Holmes’ Reinvents the Classic Detective

Sherlock Holmes purists may balk at the creative liberties Guy Ritchie’s films take, but that is precisely what makes them a perfect binge. While Sherlock Holmes and Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows are less cerebral than the subject material, these mysteries more than make up for that discrepancy. Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law’s chemistry is flawless as Holmes and Watson, and the decision to make their relationship the focal point of the series is paramount.

When the story begins, Watson and Holmes are at odds because the former decides to get married and leave their business behind. This, of course, is a promise that needs to be broken as the two embark on the mystery of an occultist who has supposedly risen from the dead. The push and pull between the characters is punctuated with witty one-liners and an impeccable score by Hans Zimmer. Visually breathtaking, the first Sherlock Holmes is more than its IP.

Viewers can round out their viewing experience with the sequel, Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows. This was the highly anticipated second movie that made good on its promise to incorporate the classic Holmes villain, Moriarty. Jared Harris is perfectly cast as Holmes’ adversary, who matches him for intelligence. Both features rush by at a clip, utilizing all the hallmarks of a great blockbuster. With a stacked cast including Yellowstone’s own Kelly Reilly, fans likely would have tuned in for countless sequels.

Game of Shadows ends with a book-accurate conclusion for Sherlock, though as many literature fans know, that was not the end for the great detective. Ritchie certainly left cinema-goers wanting more after the ending of the second film, which makes binge-watching the series even easier. The director went on to create even more big-scale pictures like Aladdin and The Man from U.N.C.L.E., but no one would question a decision to give these characters one last hurrah.

All these actors are still in high demand, and maybe even another sequel to the elite thriller could retcon Irene Adler’s controversial demise. Experience laughs, mystery, and an extremely engaging rendition of “The Rocky Road to Dublin” before Sinners’ Irish vampire did the jig. After all, the game is afoot.

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Release Date

December 25, 2009

Runtime

129 minutes

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Simon Kinberg, Anthony Peckham, Lionel Wigram, Michael Robert Johnson, Arthur Conan Doyle

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Victoria Beckham has mastered the art of understated fashion, and her vacation dress style is proof that the simplest outfits can also be some of the most flattering. With a sleek silhouette, rich neutral color and easy fit, it’s the kind of comfy maxi dress women over 50 reach for again and again.

Beckham was spotted in Saint-Tropez wearing a chocolate brown spaghetti-strap maxi dress that skimmed her figure in all the right places. She styled it with a woven bucket hat, raffia bag and white pointed-toe heels, creating an effortlessly polished look that’s easy to recreate without a designer budget.

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Charles Esten is breaking his silence after his former Nashville costar Hayden Panettiere died at the age of 36 just days after she reportedly attended one of his shows.

“Patty [Hanson, his wife] and I are stunned and saddened at the loss of our dear and beautiful friend Hayden,” Esten, 60, wrote via Instagram on Monday, August 17.

Esten starred alongside Panettiere in the hit ABC series, which aired from 2012 until 2016 and concluded with its final two seasons on CMT from 2016 until 2018. Panettiere starred as rising country music star Juliette Barnes, while Esten portrayed songwriter Deacon Claybourne.

“I will never forget the first time I met her,” Esten continued. “In a sound stage office in Hollywood, I was finishing up my very first Nashville audition. I had read two Deacon scenes before pulling out my guitar and singing two songs. I said my goodbyes and, hoping I’d done well, went to open the door to leave. Instead of swinging all the way out, the door bumped into somebody. Kinda hard.”

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He went on, “To my complete surprise, It was Hayden Panettiere, who — in full Juliette Barnes mode — had been listening with her ear to the door. Instead of looking even a little bit caught, her face instantly bloomed into the most beautiful smile. Eyes twinkling, she clapped her hands and said, ‘That was so good!!’”

Esten recalled the way Panettiere supported him in that potentially embarrassing moment.

“I can promise you that in that moment, there was nothing in the world I needed to hear more than that. I told her that, along with my Heroes-watching family, I was already a big fan of hers, and that I was grateful for the very kind words. It was her turn to go in, so as I went to leave, I said a jokingly cocky, ‘See you on the set!’”

He added, “I was, of course, many auditions away from landing that incredible role. But when I finally did, and showed up in Nashville to start work, she walked right up to me, pointed in my face, and with that magical grin said, ‘See you on the set!’”

Esten recalled that he and the late became “fast friends,” often “having fun and laughing a whole lot” in between shooting emotionally charged Nashville scenes.

“She was, of course, extraordinarily talented, infusing her larger-than-life character with all the heart, charisma, humor, whip-smart intelligence, and flat-out magic that were, alongside whatever troubles and pain she carried, a part of her own personal palette,” he noted. “What a great gift it was to act with her, sing with her, and to just be her friend. She was always extremely kind to my family, especially my wife, Patty, who I’m certain she liked even more than me.”

“Together, we are heartbroken that she is gone, and praying for her family, and for all those who, like us, will miss and mourn her so dearly,” he concluded. “God bless you, Hayden. Rest In Peace and Light”

Us previously reported that Panettiere died on Sunday, August 16, at an apartment complex in Greenville, South Carolina, from a suspected overdose.

A resident of the building exclusively told Us that a neighbor shared with them that one of Panettiere’s friends was playing at The Foundry on Friday, August 14. The music venue is attached to the apartment building, which was why Panettiere was at the complex. The resident said she was staying at an Airbnb in the complex, and “there was more than one person staying” in the unit.

Esten was booked to perform two nights at the venue as part of his Carolina Tour. Panettiere died one day after his last show at The Foundry.

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Authorities in South Carolina confirmed to Us on Monday, August 17, that police responded to reports of an “unresponsive female” at a residence, later identified at Panettiere.

The Greenville County Coroner’s Office also confirmed to Us on Monday that an official autopsy had been completed, and there were no signs of trauma that may have contributed to Panettiere’s death.

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“On August 16, 2026, at approximately 1:51 PM, a 911 call was received regarding a reported cardiac arrest,” a statement from the Greenville County Coroner’s Office read. “First responders and Emergency Medical Services arrived on scene and located a female in cardiac arrest. EMS personnel initiated advanced cardiac life support measures; however, resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful, and the individual was pronounced deceased at 2:32 PM.”

Esten and Panettiere grew close while working on Nashville, and they remained friends for years after the show wrapped.

Back in 2018, Esten exclusively spoke to Us about his bond with the Ice Princess star, recalling that they’d been “buddies ever since” they started working together.

Season 3 of The McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys ended with a bang, a breakup and Steven McBee Jr.’s windows getting smashed by Galyna Saltkovska — and all just months after Steven “Steve” McBee Sr. reported to prison for crop insurance fraud.

“We’re gonna sell the car washes as soon as we can,” Steven, 33, told Galyna during the Monday, August 17, while his three brothers, Jesse, Cole and Brayden, sat beside him. “Now is the time.”

Galyna, who had been running the car washes since they opened, was visibly surprised by the announcement as she had just vowed to help the boys in any way possible amid her ex-boyfriend Steve’s incarceration. (Steve was sentenced in October 2025 to 24 months in prison after pleading guilty to fraud. He reported to jail in December 2025.)

“We have some banks that are getting nervous with some loans we have up at the farm,” Steven explained. “Specifically one that’s on Cole’s house. Selling the car washes would be a clean slate, debt wise.”

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He insisted it was a “good thing” and a “good deal for everyone,” claiming that whoever purchases the McBee Coffee & Car Wash business would give Galyna a big “payday” and most likely keep her on with a good salary for three to five years.

Galyna shared her unfiltered reaction during a confessional, saying, “Are you f***ing kidding me? … I don’t even know what to think about it. This is insane.”

Galyna tried to remain composed during the meeting, telling Steven that she’s the one who is “really aware” of when it would be the right time to sell.

“This isn’t a debate. It’s happening,” Steven fired back. “We’ve already made this decision and the boys are behind it.”

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Galyna was upset that they allegedly made the decision behind her back, but Cole — who was expecting his second baby with wife Kacie McBee at the time — argued they had to look out for themselves.

“At some point we have to worry about our salary and what we’re making and what’s the best for our family,” Cole, 25, confessed.

Jesse, 29, told the cameras they would “always care” for Galyna, but admitted, “With the bank loans that we have, seeing Galyna go with the sale of the car washes, as bad as that sucks, that’s a sacrifice I’d make any day.”

Cole took it a step further in the meeting, telling Galyna, “It’s time to cut ties and go our separate ways.”

“Oh, we’re taking it that far? You guys are getting rid of me? What’s going to happen?” Galyna asked, visibly upset. “I’ve treated you guys as a family.”

Galyna, who worked with the family under Steve’s guidance for seven years, then got fired up and began seeing red.

“You know on this note, if you chose to make it personal let’s go ahead and make it personal,” she said before storming out of the room, grabbing a crowbar and walking out to the parking lot.

Galyna then started smashing in all the windows on Steven’s truck before making a run for it in her car.

“You gotta f***ing be kidding me. Are you f***ing serious?” Steven said as he walked outside with his siblings to see the damage. “She’s so done.”

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Steven later told the cameras, “We’ve been through a hell of a lot and Galyna going scorched earth was not in our cards.”

The four McBee sons were stunned by Galyna’s reaction to their decision, but vowed to stick with the plan to save their farm.

The drama over their business, however, wasn’t the only issue Steven had to deal with in the finale.

Elsewhere in the episode, Allie Eklund came to visit Steven on the farm only to call it quits after not seeing eye to eye on their future.

“I’m all in and ready to go and move down to Texas and spend the majority of my time there,” Steven told his then-girlfriend, 29, after she recently moved in with her sister in her home state of Texas.

Allie, who previously told Steven she was hoping her move would help them slow down their relationship, was visibly shocked by his declaration of love.

“This is a massive decision. We’ve only been dating a couple of months,” she told Steven, shutting down his idea.

Allie noted, “If we were to [have] moved in together and we talked about maybe getting engaged [it might be different], but I just feel like after you meeting my family, my gut was saying, ‘I think we need more time.’”

Allie asked Steven what was the “rush” in him uprooting his life when they were so fresh in their relationship.

“It feels weird for me because we lived together for two months. Now you’re moving down to Texas for a year-long lease with your sister,” Steven explained. “We’re taking a major step backwards.”

Allie confessed to the cameras that she felt “a little dumb” after realizing that his inner circle’s warning about having a “hard time communicating with him” was accurate.

“I’m not used to being talked to a certain way,” she said through tears. “I know that he’s under a lot of pressure which is why I tried to have lots of grace. I love him a lot but I really worry about what that looks like long term.”

Steven, for his part, said during a confessional that he felt “embarrassed” and “a little upset” after thinking they were focused on the same future.

After their conversation, Steven told his family that he was not moving to Texas and confirmed that he and Allie split.

“It’s taken a little bit of an emotional toll for me,” Steven told his crew. “I felt really good about things. … Real life happened real quick.”

Allie, meanwhile, packed up her bags and said goodbye to the farm once again, admitting, “I didn’t see this coming and it’s a bummer.”

She revealed, “I told Steven exactly what I was going to do with my move. … I am scared that he expected me to now drop all of that and fully immerse my life into his.”

Allie previously told Us that she and Steven broke up “privately” in the middle of filming the Bravo series but they got back together “with the support and encouragement of his family to try to work through some of those things.”

The pair were a full-fledged couple at the start of 2026, but they called it quits for good in April after Steven publicly accused Allie of cheating on him at Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio, California.

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Allie denied the allegations, telling Us in July that Steven’s “actions showed me exactly how he feels about me” and therefore she didn’t need closure.

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“When I realized that it was a pattern and it wasn’t circumstantial, this was really just the icing on the cake for me. And [that] was it,” Allie added. “There’s no conversation to be had, no closure left. Like that’s closure enough for me.”

Steven later apologized publicly for calling Allie names and airing their dirty laundry. He also exclusively told Us in July that he’s had “a lot of learning lessons” after watching his and Allie’s ups and downs on the show.

“I have a lot of regrets about how things happened. But one of the worst is I think the world of her family,” he shared. “They treated me like gold, and to see now all the publicity and headlines that have come around regarding our breakup, [I] hate that. But there’s just so many learning lessons from this experience.”

Alex Cooper is making a major change to the business structure surrounding her media empire. 

The “Call Her Daddy” podcast host has reportedly parted ways with UTA as she expands Unwell beyond podcasting, while tensions involving prominent figures in her orbit appear to have complicated the relationship. 

The move comes alongside a broader push into television, film, live events and branded work, giving Cooper a potentially much larger business to manage.

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Alex Cooper is stepping away from her talent agency, UTA, as her focus increasingly shifts from traditional talent representation to building Unwell into a broader media company. 

As Variety reported, three people familiar with the matter said the 31-year-old had left the agency, while a representative for Unwell confirmed that the company ended its relationship with UTA on July 27.

The agency had been part of Cooper’s rise, helping develop her profile and negotiate major opportunities, including interviews she hosted for Peacock during NBCUniversal’s coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics. 

However, the priorities surrounding Cooper’s career have changed considerably since then. One source familiar with the situation claimed the media personality had become frustrated with UTA’s continuing relationships with Alix Earle and Dave Portnoy, two personalities who have feuded with her. 

According to the source, Cooper had pressed the agency to end its relationship with Earle. The dispute has not been presented as the sole reason for Cooper’s departure. However, the broader expansion of Unwell is now a major focus.

The company has moved into television, film, live events and creative agency work, while Cooper and her husband, Matt Kaplan, continue to hold a majority stake. 

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The bigger story surrounding Alex Cooper is what she is building outside the podcasting world. Unwell has been expanding its slate of projects, including “Unwell Winter Games,” a reality competition series that will bring 16 contestants to “a luxury chalet in Park City, Utah” for “mental and physical challenges over four days.”

The company is also producing “Icebreaker,” a Netflix series based on Hannah Grace’s novel, while veteran marketing executive Joanne Bradford has joined Unwell as president. 

That expansion received a significant boost from Patrick Whitesell, the former executive chairman of Endeavor and WME co-founder. His investment firm, WTSL, invested an undisclosed amount in Unwell, with the company releasing information on August 12 valuing the business at $500 million.

Cooper and Kaplan retain majority ownership of the company, which they originally self-funded after its formation in 2023. Unwell says it has been profitable since its launch and considers the WTSL deal growth capital.

The company is also targeting traditional media and advertising organizations, with WTSL offering “deep strategic expertise, industry relationships and a proven track record of supporting some of the most innovative companies and storytellers in media,” including Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions.

Alex Cooper Faces Questions About Unwell As Expansion Accelerates

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The rapid growth of Cooper’s company has unfolded alongside uncomfortable questions about what it is like to work inside Unwell. 

A June Vanity Fair investigation included an allegation from a freelancer who said Kaplan “creates the most toxic work environment that I’ve ever seen.” 

Anonymous sources also alleged that Kaplan questioned employees about their sex lives and commented on their physical appearance.

Bloomberg had previously reported that Kaplan “has earned a reputation for frequently yelling at staff members” and that employees were “looking for the exit.”

Cooper addressed the criticism during a Wall Street Journal interview at Cannes Lions in June, where she declined to delve into the specific allegations. “I will just kind of leave it at ‘Don’t believe everything that you read on the internet’ — but I think everyone knows that at this point,” she said.

She also stood behind the company and its employees, saying, “I think that we have done a really incredible job at Unwell, and I think if you walk the halls, there are so many people that are so happy to work at this company.”

Cooper’s Unwell Expansion Gets A Reality TV Test With Harry Jowsey

Alex Cooper’s push to make Unwell more than a podcast company is already taking shape on Netflix, where her latest project has put her in a very different position behind the scenes. 

Cooper serves as an executive producer on “Let’s Marry Harry,” the dating series starring Harry Jowsey. 

The Netflix series follows 20 women competing for Jowsey’s hand in marriage over five weeks, with people close to him, including Cooper, helping guide him through the experience. 

Speaking about his experience while filming, Jowsey told Page Six Radio that living alongside all the contestants made filming “overwhelming,” particularly because the women were constantly trying to pull him aside for conversations. 

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“It was a lot,” he admitted. “They’re always trying to pull you for a chat, and I’m the only one. So, it was a lot the whole time.” He even joked, “I don’t know how ‘The Bachelor’ does 30 [women].”

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While Cooper is expanding her career into new areas, an old chapter has also returned to the conversation after Portnoy made explosive claims about the circumstances surrounding her departure from Barstool Sports. 

Portnoy addressed the former “Call Her Daddy” host in his memoir, “Cancel Me If You Can,” alleging that Cooper and her former co-host Sofia Franklyn had discussed using false sexual-harassment accusations as a way to escape their contract. 

When Cooper was confronted about the allegation during a CNBC interview, she did not offer a detailed account of what happened. 

Instead, she acknowledged the complicated history between herself and Portnoy while making clear that she remembered events differently.

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She also explained that she had not read Portnoy’s memoir, although she had seen herself being discussed online. 

When asked whether she wanted to give her version of the story, Cooper declined. “No. I’m in my mother era. I’m no drama right now. We’re here to talk business,” she said.

Kate Walsh is making another major change after years of living in Australia.

The “Grey’s Anatomy” star has returned to the US and is settling into life in New York City. She is especially excited about getting back to everyday activities like “walking and hiking.”

Kate Walsh originally moved from Los Angeles to Australia after the 2020 travel restrictions led her to meet her now-fiancé, Andrew Nixon. She later returned to the US to film several projects, including new episodes of “Grey’s Anatomy.”

Walsh has officially moved back to the United States after spending years in Australia. The actress said she now lives in New York City. She also admitted that she loves being back in the city.

This move is another change for the businesswoman after she once left Los Angeles for a quieter life overseas. She ended up in Australia because of travel restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic. She eventually fell in love with the country and decided to stay.

Walsh is enjoying the things she missed about city life. She explained that New York “feeds her soul” and gives her a “creative and cultural energy” she enjoys. Her recent comments about the move were shared with US Magazine⁠.

The Actress Is Looking Forward To ‘Walking’ Again

One of the biggest things Walsh is enjoying about being back in New York is “walking.” The actress said she loves walking and missed being able to move around without depending on a car. For her, that everyday freedom is one of the best parts of being back.

She also mentioned “hiking” as another activity she enjoys. Her years in Western Australia gave her plenty of access to nature, but she now seems happy to have moved from Tinsel Town. Realestate previously highlighted her love for the quiet Australian lifestyle.⁠

In the coastal suburb of Cottesloe, actress Walsh enjoys a remarkably low-key life with her partner in a modest, single-story beachside home. The property features an open-plan layout, outdoor entertaining spaces, and a dedicated meditation room. She said she loves the private life in Perth, where she is rarely bothered in public.

Health Issues Influenced Kate Walsh’s Decision To Relocate

Back in 2015, the “Emily in Paris” star Walsh was diagnosed with a shocking brain tumor. This made her rethink her high-pressure life in New York and Los Angeles. Walsh said she needed a more stable life: “I needed my life to be a lot more balanced.”

Before her move to Australia, the actress cashed out of the American real estate market by listing her Encino estate for $6.37 million. She had just purchased the property just four years prior for $2.75 million. Actor David Arquette purchased the three-bedroom home from Walsh. 

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The health crisis served as a wake-up call for Walsh to kick off “part two” of her journey. This personal shift also led her to the love of her life, “an Aussie.” Her relationship with Nixon became another reason the country felt like home.

The ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Actress Talked About Her Divorce

The 58-year-old faced a major change in her marital life. She previously went through a difficult divorce from film executive Alex Young. The experience left her leaning on the people closest to her.

Walsh credited her family and close friends with helping her through the difficult time. She said their support and encouragement gave her something to be grateful for after the very public split. Her experience also helped her become more open to seeking advice from people she trusted.

The actress said she second-guessed herself, but she finally worked towards finding herself again. PEOPLE highlighted the role her loved ones played in helping her through the divorce, showing another side of Walsh beyond her Hollywood career. 

Kate Walsh Wishes To Have No Children

Walsh has also been candid about another deeply personal part of her life. In 2015, she revealed that she had gone through early menopause. The actress said the experience meant she would not be able to have children.

The businesswoman also admitted that she had always wanted to become a parent. She also questioned the pressure placed on women to achieve certain milestones before they can feel fulfilled. Her comments reflected how much she had reconsidered her own definition of a successful life.

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Walsh described the expectation that women can “have it all” as an “American Myth.” She also said she had learned to embrace what was in front of her rather than remain focused on what she thought her life should look like. ABC News reported on her candid discussion about fertility and motherhood. 

Influencers Matt and Abby Howard have officially expanded their family.

“He’s here!!!!” Matt wrote via Instagram on Monday, August 17, announcing the couple’s newborn son’s arrival alongside a picture of Abby crying shortly after giving birth, her infant son laying on her chest with his face covered with an emoji.

“We have been soaking up every bit of this beautiful new chapter as a family of 5,” he added. “Can’t wait to slowly catch you all up on the past week of our life.”

Their baby is joining older siblings Griffin and August, whom the couple welcomed in 2022 and 2023, respectively. In March, Matt and Abby shared that they were expecting a baby after experiencing a previous pregnancy loss.

“Baby #4 🌈,” the pair captioned their Instagram post at the time. “Grateful beyond measure.”

Months prior, Matt and Abby revealed that they were pregnant with their third baby.

“Going for our third baby is almost more exciting than ever because now we truly know just how good it is,” they told People in August 2025.

In September 2025, the couple shared that Abby had experienced a pregnancy loss.

“It is with very heavy hearts that we share about the loss of our baby girl born far too soon,” Matt and Abby wrote via Instagram at the time. “At a routine pregnancy appointment, our doctor could not find a heartbeat. Shortly after they sent us in for an ultrasound where the technician said words we will never forget, ‘I am so sorry I do not have good news.’”

The statement continued, “That is when we got the gender reveal we never hoped for and also the news that our baby had a genetic condition that took her life around 17 weeks gestation.”

The twosome shared that the news “felt unimaginable” and the grief has been “absolutely devastating.”

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“But we feel so much gratitude for the time that we did get to have with her. And we still have hope. Hope has continued to show up for us in so many ways,” Matt and Abby concluded. “For now we will grieve and continue to think of ways to honor her life offline. Thoughts and prayers are more than welcome. Thank you everyone for celebrating this precious life with us for the past 17 weeks.❤️.”

Abby, for her part, later opened up about having to return to the hospital to start the induction process.

“I always say that delivering our daughter was just … it was so eerily similar to, like, a live birth. You’re in the same unit as everyone else that’s having babies that are alive,” she said during a June episode of “The Squeeze” podcast. “They have, like, an incubator across from you that you just know that you’re not gonna use. There’s no fetal monitoring of any kind. It’s just an experience that you wouldn’t wish on anyone. But it is an experience that has grown me like so, so much.”

Below Deck Mediterranean‘s Nathan Gallagher surprised Max Salvador by asking him to secretly side with him instead of Joe Bradley amid their feud.

During the Monday, August 17, episode of the hit Bravo series, Max joined the crew on Akira One while Nathan was healing from a back injury. Max ultimately started working under Joe, who was temporarily the new boson. Nathan’s absence paved the way for Joe to make moves as bosun — with Max supporting him potential move up.

At the end of the episode, Max received a text from Nathan, which read, “I’m sure Joe’s been in your ear. I’m gonna get back to the boat at some point, and I need you.”

He continued: “Have my back and I’ll for sure make you lead deckhand. Swear.”

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Max was left conflicted since Nathan previously passed him over for a lead deckhand position. Joe, meanwhile, also promised Max that he would promote him in the event that Nathan didn’t take back his role as bosun this season.

Joe and Nathan originally became quick friends after joining Below Deck Med in season 9. They fell out, however, following Joe’s tumultuous love triangle in season 10, which resulted in Nathan having to choose where his loyalty lay.

Season 11 of the hit Bravo series captured numerous moments when Nathan was frustrated with Joe. For Joe, it was gratifying for viewers to see his experience with Nathan.

“Watching it back and seeing Nathan — who he truly is — is rather refreshing to me,” Joe exclusively told Us in July. “I know who Nathan is, I know what he’s like, how he can react and for him to get his two minutes of how he actually is is refreshing to me.”

Joe pointed to the instances when Nathan went off on him in public, adding, “The fact that he can just switch is so alarming to me because I’ve seen it before.”

He added: “It didn’t look good for him. We’re all professionals at the end of the day so [the rest of the crew] don’t know who Nathan really is yet. This is Nathan. This is who he is. He switches. He’s generally got anger issues and hopefully throughout the season, you will discover what Nathan has to offer in terms of who he is.”

Before Below Deck Med returned, Joe reflected on his growth between seasons.

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“You will see a level of growth [this season] because I felt it. You will see that I’m comfortable in my own skin on board. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a bit boisterous at times,” he previously told Us. “That’s where Nathan [and I differ]. I can actually be social, but I have a good time as well and do my job well. You will see growth and you will see a level of change because I’m fed up with all these [love] triangles now.”

Joe clarified that he “learned” his lesson, revealing that he’s focused on his duties as lead deckhand.

“I really do hope that you see it on this season. My job is my main priority. I’m going to say my [biggest] regret right now was the situation with Victoria, I could have handled that very differently. I could have handled that in a mature manner,” he shared. “I was just boisterous. Obviously, we haven’t had any contact yet. But if I could sit down with her today, I would apologize. If she allows me one day to actually get all around and say I’m sorry for what I’ve done, I will do that.”

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Looking ahead, Joe was determined to prove his critics wrong.

“I understand it’s not a comfortable position — even just being a viewer. Watching myself back, I have learned from the situation. I’m really focused [on] my job right now,” he concluded. “I am taming it down [in my romantic life on board] to just being one person. I don’t need to be greedy anymore. I’ve had my and I’m just ready to get the job done.”

Below Deck Med airs on Bravo Mondays at 8 p.m. ET. New episodes stream the next day on Peacock.

Hayden Panettiere’s death came as a shock to many of her fans — but her friends were “worried” about the actress after she reconnected with her abusive ex Brian Hickerson.

“Hayden seemed to be doing well [recently], but there was still concern among her friends and inner circle,” a source who recently spoke with Panettiere exclusively tells Us. “Especially because she started spending time with Brian again.”

The insider continues, “That relationship and association had led her down a dark path in the past, so her friends and inner circle were worried for her. There were concerns and her friends really hoped she was doing OK.”

Us has reached out to representatives for both Panettiere and Hickerson for comment.

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Panettiere navigated a series of public highs and lows as a former child star-turned-bonafide actress — including several allegations of domestic violence against Hickerson, one of which landed him in jail in 2021 — before she was found unresponsive on Sunday, August 16.

The Nashville alum’s father, Skip Panettiere, confirmed her death that same day, calling Hayden “an incredible light and a force of nature.” She was 36.

Despite “everything she was going through personally,” the source tells Us, Hayden was a “very supportive friend” until the end.

“She always tried to remain positive and was such a joyful person to be around,” the insider shares of the Heroes alum, who dealt with postpartum depression, addiction and abuse at the hands of Hickerson in the years prior to her untimely death.

Hayden — whose younger brother, Jansen Panettiere, died in February 2023 at the age of 28 — was “fighting a lot of demons behind the scenes,” the source reveals.

“But she still remained optimistic about her future and hopeful about what was ahead,” the insider adds.

The source also tells Us that after Hayden published her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, in May, she felt “relief” and appeared to be headed in a positive direction.

“She wanted to be a bright light and an advocate and always talked about wanting to help people,” the insider tells Us.

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Hayden was first linked to Hickerson in 2018 and one year later he was arrested following an alleged domestic violence incident against the former child star.

At the time, Hickerson was charged with felony domestic violence and was ordered to stay away from Hayden. Those charges were eventually dropped and Hickerson continued to date the Remember the Titans actress.

Hickerson was arrested again in 2020 for another domestic violence incident involving Hayden, for which he served 33 days in prison. Following his 2021 release, Hickerson was placed on four years probation and ordered to pay a $500 fine.

“It was brutal. It was traumatic. It was emotional,” Hayden exclusively told Us of the experience in her May cover story, noting it was “important” to “word that experience properly” in her book.

She added, “I needed to believe that it happened for a reason. For something so horrible to happen, the only thing that I could think of to make it all worth it, was [to] let people know that they’re not alone and help people.”

By detailing her alleged abuse in the memoir — Hayden recounted the first time Hickerson allegedly hit her with an “open-face slap” and another time he allegedly beat her so badly she didn’t “leave the house for weeks” — she told Us it was allowing her to help others not feel “alone” if they’ve been through a similar situation.

“[I want others to know] that there’s somebody out there who went through it,” Hayden added. “And even though it took her years to truly get herself out of the situation, it’s possible. You can do it.”

The same month that her book was released, Hickerson told TMZ that he imagined himself marrying Hayden some day, even though they “probably wouldn’t be good together.”

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Hayden, for her part, shut down that idea on May 13, telling the outlet, “I don’t think that’s going to happen.”

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

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.

There’s nothing better than coming home after a long day to enjoy a new episode of the TV show you are binging. However, some viewers don’t have time for long-running productions such as Game of Thrones and would rather have something short and sweet, which is where miniseries come in. These digestible single seasons have a self-contained story that starts and ends without needlessly dragging on.

Some of the most critically acclaimed shows are miniseries, such as Band of Brothers and The Queen’s Gambit. However, while most fans go back to the classics, the past half a decade has been home to some of the most underrated hits yet. That is why this list will rank the most perfect miniseries from the last five years based on consistency, lack of flaws, writing, directing, acting, originality, critical acclaim, fan opinion, and overall quality. For anyone looking for a quick watch to pass the day, these are the shows for them!

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‘Station Eleven’ (2021–2022)

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COVID-19 was half a decade ago, and while it still seems fresh in our minds, it was quite a ways back. However, the situation could have been a lot worse, because at least that isn’t what happened in Station Eleven. The story takes place two decades after a pandemic has wiped out civilization, leaving only a handful of nomadic tribes, including a group of actors and musicians who wish to spread the tales of Shakespeare to the survivors, but this is threatened by a dangerous cult and its prophetic leader.

Adapted from the Emily St. John Mandel novel of the same name, Station Eleven is a brilliant subversion of the post-apocalyptic genre because of its optimistic focus. As opposed to doom and gloom with a side of bleakness, this miniseries is a testament to the human will to spread joy and bring good into the world. The uplifting nature alone will bring a tear to the viewers’ eyes in a time when everyone needs a little bit of good in their life.

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‘Ripley’ (2024)

There is a certain charm and elegant feeling about black-and-white television, which is why some shows use it for dramatic effect and aesthetic, such as Ripley. Based on the classic novels, this miniseries is set during the 1960s, following the titular character’s struggle to pull off his scams. However, when a wealthy man mistakes Ripley (Andrew Scott) for a friend of his son, he sends him to Italy in order to bring him back home. However, getting used to the high life, Ripley thinks that this life suits him more, giving him the idea to steal the son’s identity.

Not everyone can handle a slow-paced show, especially if it is a miniseries, but Ripley is a slow burn that rewards patience through its meticulously built suspense. The cinematography is absolutely stunning, highlighting the gorgeous country with sophisticated prestige. Ripley is unhurried in its pace, giving lots of time for the characters to breathe, also allowing Ripley to carefully plan his next steps with intricate precision. Ripley is a dazzling modern adaptation of the novel that feels classic and new at the same time, proving why it is a must-watch miniseries.

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‘Pluto’ (2023)

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Fans were probably expecting all live-action series, which is only natural, but for the open-minded, anime is a whole new world of miniseries that contains some masterpieces. Naoki Urasawa is a prolific manga author, and one of his best works is Pluto, which follows robot Detective Gesicht and his investigation of the murders of the most advanced androids in the world and robot rights activists. However, the deeper he dives into the case, the more personal it becomes, especially when it involves past scars and world wars.

Anime isn’t for everyone, but for those skeptical about the medium, it is recommended to watch Pluto since it avoids a lot of the awkward tropes. It still feels like an anime, but it is vastly more mature and engaging than most shows. This two-headed dragon switches between gripping mystery and an emotional journey seamlessly, delivering both with incredible nuance. The winding plot and shocking twists add fuel to the burning questions that drive the mystery, while the themes of love, hate, and who has the right to them elevate the personal story and its emotional climax. Pluto isn’t just a perfect modern miniseries; it is one of the best anime shows of all time.

4

‘Mare of Easttown’ (2021)

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It is strange that this is such a common theme, but many miniseries are bleak in nature. Maybe that is just because a full show of despair would be too much, because Mare of Easttown fits everything sad about it in seven perfect episodes. Mare Sheehan (Kate Winslet) is a detective in a small town investigating the murder of a teenage mother. But she has her own issues to deal with, from the suicide of her son to her custody battle and a divorce.

Mare of Easttown isn’t for the faint of heart, because this dark and depressing miniseries is all about personal struggle and unresolved grief. However, it is acclaimed for its realistic portrayal of suffering in a small town, which is highlighted by the outstanding performance from Winslet. Complex, authentic, and personal best describe this perfect miniseries that showcases the resilience people face in everyday life and the tragedies that fill them.

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‘The Penguin’ (2024)

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DC is in a weird spot in terms of film, but they have never been better for TV shows, because they delivered a masterful miniseries set in The Batman universe. The Penguin follows the titular character played by Colin Farrell and his rise to power. With the most powerful crime lord dead, a struggle for control takes over the streets of Gotham City, and the Penguin will do anything to be the head honcho, even if that means being the underdog in every turf war.

Some fans want these types of shows to be more comic-booky, but the grounded nature of The Penguin is what makes it so great. It also makes it more approachable to non-superhero fans, with some viewers not even realizing it is DC. This gangster drama transcends the superhero genre into a completely different beast, and that is because of its transformative acting and compelling plot. Oswald’s rise to the top is rocky, engaging, and full of drama, highlighting why it is arguably the best superhero TV show ever.

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‘Midnight Mass’ (2021)

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Speaking of DC, Mike Flanagan is the writer for the upcoming Clayface movie, and that should get fans excited since he is the best in the business for horror. He has delivered multiple masterful miniseries, including one from the past five years, Midnight Mass. Father Paul (Hamish Linklater) is the young new priest of Crockett Island, and his arrival brings forth both miraculous events and frightening omens that could be the savior or destruction of the island.

Horror miniseries are the perfect form for the genre since they expand the story but don’t go too far with extra seasons. Instead, series like Midnight Mass create a perfect environment for terror to thrive with the exploration of remarkable themes, such as faith, guilt, and religious fanaticism. Midnight Mass isn’t just a terrifying experience; it is a wonderful character study that proves why Flanagan is the greatest horror mind of the past five years.

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‘Adolescence’ (2025)

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The past five years have spawned some fantastic miniseries, but the most recent, and most perfect, is arguably Adolescence, which became the biggest show of 2025. After a young boy is accused of murdering his girl classmate, the police open up an investigation that tears apart the family and destroys the world they once knew, with nothing but despair and grief filling the void.

Few miniseries have the same effect as Adolescence, which put the world at a standstill with its shocking story. It left many viewers feeling raw and emotional, achieving this through authentic storytelling and Emmy-worthy performances by the entire cast. The innovative narrative delivered the story in real time with an uninterrupted pace, giving a more personal view of the characters. Adolescence is a perfect miniseries not just from the past five years, but of all time.

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Adolescence

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Release Date

March 13, 2025

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Netflix

Directors

Philip Barantini

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