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TV Shows With an Episode Inspired by ‘The Breakfast Club’
From Elle to Riverdale, John Hughes‘ The Breakfast Club left a lasting impression on the small screen.
The 1995 cult classic focused on five teenagers from very different backgrounds who end up serving detention together at their high school. The cast of The Breakfast Club — which included Anthony Michael Hall, Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy, Molly Ringwald and Judd Nelson — quickly found success for their involvement in the iconic coming-of-age story.
After joining The CW’s Riverdale in 2017, Ringwald’s legendary film was the subject on a special episode in the series’ third season. The show’s flashback episode titled “The Midnight Club” paid tribute to The Breakfast Club by having the main actors play younger versions of their onscreen parents.
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Taylor Swift’s Wedding Security Bill Reportedly Tops Six Figures
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s highly anticipated wedding celebration is reportedly coming with an enormous security bill. As preparations continue at New York City’s iconic Madison Square Garden, new reports claim the superstar couple could spend close to $160,000 on police presence alone during the multi-day wedding festivities. The event is expected to begin just ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, with trucks, equipment, and event infrastructure already arriving at the famed venue.

According to TMZ, more than 70 NYPD detectives are expected to be assigned to the event across July 2 and July 3. Sources told the outlet the detectives will work approximately 8.5-hour shifts, with hourly rates reportedly ranging between $80 and $90. The estimated cost for those officers alone could exceed $95,000.
An additional 50 police officers are also reportedly expected to be stationed around Madison Square Garden, working nine-hour shifts at approximately $70 per hour, adding another estimated $63,000 to security expenses.
The report further claims that senior NYPD officials will also be involved, pushing the total cost closer to the six-figure mark. Officials noted that staffing levels could still change before the celebrations begin.
Madison Square Garden Preparations Already Underway

Photos obtained by the Daily Mail showed significant activity outside Madison Square Garden earlier this week as crews unloaded equipment and prepared the venue. Large trucks were spotted outside the arena, while a red carpet was briefly installed before being removed and replaced.
Among the equipment arriving at the venue were electronics racks and trailers labeled “TAIT 1 – AUD DECK” and “TAIT 2 – VER.” The markings appear to reference TAIT Towers, the company known for developing large-scale staging and transportation systems used for major live productions. Swift famously utilized TAIT’s technology throughout her record-breaking “Eras Tour.”
Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Are Reportedly Keeping Guests Guessing

Despite widespread speculation surrounding the wedding, guests allegedly still don’t know exactly where the ceremony will take place.
A source recently told Us Weekly that invitees have only been instructed to be in New York City during the celebration window. “Taylor and Travis told guests to be in NYC. No other location was provided,” the insider claimed.
According to the report, attendees were informed that they would need to be available on July 2 and July 3, but were not given any additional details about specific venues or event plans.
The source added that the couple is effectively “putting their guests on hold for a couple days” while final arrangements remain under wraps.
Wedding Costs Continue To Climb

Reports suggest Swift and Kelce have fully embraced the idea of turning their wedding into a major event. TMZ previously reported that the couple spent approximately $3 million to secure Madison Square Garden for multiple days, covering setup, the ceremony itself, and post-event breakdown.
Meanwhile, The New York Times has reported that the festivities could include a smaller gathering on July 2 before expanding into a much larger celebration the following night with roughly 1,000 guests in attendance.
An insider previously told the Daily Mail that the couple had embraced the idea of a “spectacle” wedding and ultimately selected Madison Square Garden as the centerpiece of the celebration.
Stevie Nicks And Tim McGraw Could Reportedly Play Special Roles

Adding even more star power to the festivities, reports have suggested that Swift and Kelce have enlisted two music legends to perform during the wedding celebration. As The Blast previously reported, Stevie Nicks and Tim McGraw, both longtime figures in Swift’s career and musical journey, are reportedly expected to take part in the event.
The guest list itself remains largely a mystery, though previous reports have claimed attendees are being required to sign non-disclosure agreements before receiving additional information about the wedding. It is also speculated that Selena Gomez, one of Swift’s BFFs, and Gomez’s beau, Benny Blanco, will be in attendance.
On Travis’ side, it is believed that his brother Jason Kelce and his wife Kylie Kelce, as well as their kids, and his parents Donna Kelce and Ed Kelce, will be present and involved in the ceremony.
With security tightening, equipment continuing to arrive, and guests still waiting for final details, anticipation surrounding what could become one of the most talked-about celebrity weddings in recent memory continues to grow.
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Travis Kelce’s Stylist Arrives in NYC Before Reported Wedding
Travis Kelce’s longtime stylist, Danielle Salzedo, has officially touched down in New York City ahead of his reported wedding to Taylor Swift.
Salzedo posted a cryptic Instagram Story on Wednesday, July 1, sharing footage of her car driving into NYC, set to RÜFÜS DU SOL’s track “New York.”
The stylist has worked with Kelce, 36, for several years through her role as a senior vice president of brand development for Sports at 3 Arts Entertainment.
Salzedo previously offered insight on the Kansas City Chiefs player’s fashion choices while speaking exclusively to Us Weekly in November 2023, insisting he has “a clear vision for his personal aesthetic and definitely styles himself.”

“I know what he likes, and I find him options with brands we know are his vibe — while also looking for new ones yet to be discovered,” she said.
At the time, Salzedo explained that Kelce was incredibly hands-on with picking his clothing and has a closet filled with top designers such as Louis Vuitton, Fear of God, Christian Dior, Bottega Veneta, Tom Ford, Thom Browne, Marni and Kid Super.
“He dedicates time to buying online, so he knows what’s out there and what’s new,” Salzedo told Us in November 2023. “He spends a significant amount of time on different retail and designer sites looking for new pieces and shopping. He’s bought pieces before we can even contact the brand to secure the items.”
Along with Salzedo’s arrival in NYC, Kelce was photographed jogging in the city on Tuesday, June 30, per DeuxMoi. Swift, 36, has yet to be seen in the days leading up to her reported nuptials.
The couple are expected to tie the knot sometime over the holiday week, though they have yet to publicly confirm any details.
Reports suggest that the ceremony may take place at the iconic Madison Square Garden on Friday, July 3. Multiple media outlets reported this week that Swift and Kelce are having a fairytale-esque castle and white staircase built inside MSG as part of their wedding set.
Ahead of the big day, several of the couple’s friends — including Sabrina Carpenter, Ed Sheeran and Suki Waterhouse — have all been spotted in the New York City area.
An insider exclusively told Us in late June that guests still have no firm details on where or when exactly the wedding will take place though they were asked to be available on Thursday, July 2, and Friday.
“Taylor and Travis told guests to be in NYC. No other location was provided,” an insider revealed to Us.

Travis Kelce attends the 2022 ESPYs. Leon Bennett/Getty Images
The source hinted that the impending newlyweds are “putting their guests on hold for a couple days” in order to maintain the integrity of the wedding.
“They are spending a lot of money — in the millions,” the source added.
Swift and Kelce announced their engagement in August 2025. Kelce popped the question directly after Swift made an appearance on the NFL star’s “New Heights” podcast.
During a November 2025 appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Swift teased that she’d throw herself into wedding planning once she finished promoting her October 2025 album The Life of a Showgirl. (Swift’s 12th studio album topped the Billboard 200 for 12 nonconsecutive weeks.)
“I think the wedding is what happens after [my Life of a Showgirl promotional tour] in the scheme of the planning, but I’m so excited about it,” Swift teased. “I know it’s gonna be fun to plan because I think the only stressful weddings are the ones where you have a small amount and people are on the bubble.”
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13 One-Piece Swimsuits That Are Supportive for Big Busts
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It’s no secret that finding perfectly fitted swimsuits can be difficult when you have a larger bust. As a size 34D, this is a struggle I’m all too familiar with. If I’m wearing a swimsuit, you’re more than likely going to find me running after my kids at the beach or the pool, so I need to wear something supportive and comfortable. I prefer a one-piece swimsuit, and a lot of what I’ve tried just don’t make the cut – most just smoosh everything down.
I’m at the beach multiple times a week, so not having a collection of go-to swimsuits just isn’t an option for me. I’ve spent years curating a collection of one-piece bathing suits that actually look and feel good on me. I prioritize underwire bra tops (but don’t like if the underwire is too obvious) and always go for a flattering, shapewear-like fit. If that sounds like what you’re looking for, keep scrolling to find my favorite supportive one-piece swimsuits – no flimsy pads in sight.
14 One-Piece Swimsuits That Actually Feel Supportive
1. My Favorite: This budget-friendly one-piece checks all of my boxes. It has a flattering ruched look that conceals the tummy, a lightly padded push-up bra top and wide straps that hold everything up. Plus, the array of available colors gives you so many options.
2. Bright and Fun: Make a splash in this bright pink one-piece that features a cute cut-out and ruching throughout. I find this type of V-neck style to be supportive and flattering, even without underwire, so I love this one. Plus, the straps are adjustable and cross in the back for extra support.
3. Not So Basic Black: If you want your swimsuit to fit just like shapewear, it’s hard to find a better option than this solid Miraclesuit. This sucks everything in and shows off your curves, plus it has underwear cups with a subtle design (in other words, it doesn’t look like you’re wearing a bra).
4. Flattering Fit: If I forgo underwire, it’s to wear a V-neck one-piece like this one. The top is surprisingly supportive and shows off a little skin, something that can be hard to come by with some underwire one-pieces. The all-over ruching is just a benefit.
5. Pool to Lunch: When I know I’m in for a day of really chasing after my kids near a body of water, I reach for this swim dress. It has a side tie and wrap skirt style that makes it look youthful and chic rather than grandma-like, and it’s incredibly comfortable.
6. Baywatch Vibes: This Andie one-piece is an exception to my usual swimsuit rules. It does have removable pads, but an under-bust elastic manages to offer just enough support and lift, so those pads end up helping when it comes to shaping. It’s also so comfortable and a great basic.
7. Keeps it All In: This sculpting swimsuit is worth the extra money. It has a corset-like design that not only sucks everything in and makes your waist look smaller, but also adds a little support. Plus, there’s a built-in shelf bra that keeps everything lifted. I’ve been wearing mine for years, and it still looks nearly brand new.
8. Worth the Splurge: Another splurge-worthy purchase is this chic metallic one-piece. The glittery fabric and rings on the straps make it look so luxe, and it has an underwire bra for plenty of support.
9. Sleek and Supportive: For a slightly different style, opt for this minimalist one-piece. It has a balconette-style underwire bra that lifts, with no padding for extra comfort. Bonus: it has UPF 50 sun protection.
10. Bestseller Pick: This popular one-piece swimsuit offers plenty of coverage and support, between the wide, adjustable straps and twisted front. The ruching throughout is flattering, and there are removable pads for shaping.
11. Looks Expensive: I love the unique neckline and cut-out design of this ruched bathing suit, which makes it stand out more. It has a built-in underwire bra for plenty of support and adjustable straps for a more customized fit.
12. Sporty Chic: While this high-leg one-piece doesn’t have underwire, it does have sewn-in cups that offer a subtle lift, some support and shaping. It’s a comfortable, sporty style that feels so versatile.
13. Wrap Style: Flattering, comfortable and durable, this wrap-style one-piece swimsuit has been one of my favorites for years. It holds up so well over time and always garners compliments. There’s no underwire, so it’s comfortable, and that wrap V-neck still offers enough support.
14. Cut Out Cutie: With a small cut-out for showing some skin and a basic design that keeps you comfortable, this one-piece is a hit all around. I love the shapewear-like feel that is so flattering and holds everything in place.
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Jennifer Aniston Shares Glimpse Into Life With Jim Curtis
Jennifer Aniston offered a rare look into her life with boyfriend Jim Curtis one year after they were spotted together.
The Friends alum, 57, shared a “summer dumper” carousel via Instagram on Wednesday, July 1, which included multiple photos of her beau. One picture showed them strolling down the street, while another offered a cheeky look at Curtis, 50, working out in the gym.
In another shot, Aniston blew a kiss to the camera as Curtis smiled in the background. Several other photos in the carousel showcased the actress hanging out with friends on a series of summer outings.
The two were first seen together on a yacht in Mallorca, Spain, over the July 4 holiday in 2025. Us Weekly exclusively reported at the time that Aniston and Curtis were being “very private” about their new relationship, with a source confirming that they “have been spending a lot of time together.”

Jennifer Aniston and Jim Curtis Courtesy Instagram / Jennifer Aniston
“This is the first guy Jen has been serious with in years,” the insider told Us last July.
The couple went Instagram official in September 2025 when Aniston shared a photo of herself and Curtis enjoying a romantic sunset on the beach. She then paid tribute to Curtis on his birthday in November 2025, writing to him via Instagram, “Happy birthday my love Ch[e]rished ❤️”
That same month, Aniston’s longtime friend and costar Adam Sandler celebrated her new relationship with Curtis during his remarks at the Elle Women in Hollywood event.
“I can honestly say Jen is the best in so many ways and one of the most rocksteady humans I’ve ever met,” Sandler declared. “Me and [my wife], Jackie, are so happy that you and Jim found each other and are having the love affair you two deserve. We love you, Jim.”
By December 2025, Us exclusively reported that Aniston and Curtis were “very serious” about their future after spending Thanksgiving together.
“As time goes by, they uncover another layer about each other,” a source revealed to Us at the time.
They added, “Things have progressed. They are very serious at this point.”
Aniston and Curtis have stepped out much more frequently this year, with a source telling Us this past spring that they had become very “comfortable” in public.
“Jen and Jim have been inseparable … This is the most comfortable she has felt in a long time, and it’s still going well,” they said.
The source credited Curtis, a professional hypnotist, with providing Aniston “a sense of stability and peace in her life,” which is crucial because “the little things go far with Jen.”
While Aniston has largely stayed away from commenting publicly on the relationship, she did tell Elle in November 2025 that her boyfriend was “very special, very normal and very kind.”
“He wants to help people heal, move through their trauma and stagnation into clarity [through his hypnotism],” she noted. “It’s a beautiful thing to commit your life to.”
Aniston was previously married to Brad Pitt from 2000 to 2005 and later to Justin Theroux from 2015 to 2018.
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Sal's childhood crush Alyssa Milano surprises him in “Impractical Jokers ”season 13 trailer (exclusive)
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Brian “Q” Quinn isn’t sure if he still has the “guts” to do the show.
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TMZ Founder Reacts to Nancy Guthrie Fake Ransom Notes Report
TMZ founder Harvey Levin is weighing in after a report emerged that three ransom notes sent to the website and other media outlets in connection with Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance were deemed fake by the FBI.
Reuters reported on Tuesday, June 29, that the FBI has dismissed three notes, including two received by TMZ, in the months since Nancy, the mother of Today show cohost Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her home near Tucson, Arizona, on February 1.
One of the notes received by TMZ and local Tucson outlets in February demanded millions of dollars in cryptocurrency for Nancy’s return. Another note received by TMZ, which the outlet reported on June 26, claimed to know the identities of Guthrie’s suspected abductors. The anonymous sender also claimed to have footage of the “main guy” in the kidnapping and Nancy on the day she allegedly died, which they would share in exchange for money.
TMZ did not receive a second February note that claimed that Nancy had died and made no demand for money. The contents of that note, received by Tucson news outlets, were first reported in late June.
In a video published by TMZ on Wednesday, July 1, Levin, 75, claimed to have spoken to an FBI official who told him that “it is more likely than not that the two ransom notes are real,” referring to the two notes received by TMZ and local Tucson news stations in February.
Levin added, “This person said, ‘They are more legitimate than not.’ They have not determined it is for sure real, but they have not determined it is for sure fake.”
Levin said that the official told him that “it is less likely” letters received by TMZ asking for money in exchange for information “are real.” He reiterated that the FBI has “not discounted that either.”
As for the conflicting Reuters report, which cited an unnamed FBI official, Levin said that he was told by his FBI source, “This is a big organization, and there are multiple agents on this case. If you talk to all of them, their opinions are going to vary, so it depends on who you talk to.”
The FBI Phoenix field office, which is investigating Nancy’s disappearance, said in a statement on Wednesday, “The FBI and its task force partners have received several ransom notes over the course of this investigation. Some have been deemed to be extortion attempts without legitimacy. Other ransom demands may potentially be legitimate and are still being investigated as such.”
“This case continues to be investigated as a kidnapping for ransom case. The FBI has and will continue to offer all assistance possible in the investigation — however, local authorities remain the lead.”
Local sheriff Chris Nanos of the Pima County Sheriff’s Department in Arizona said in his own statement, “Throughout this investigation, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department has received information regarding potential ransom notes related to the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie. Every tip and lead is taken seriously and is forwarded directly to our detectives, who continue to work in coordination with the FBI.”
“Any questions regarding alleged ransom notes should be directed to the FBI,” Nanos added.
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Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley Reunite In New Murder Series
Nina Dobrev and Paul Wesley are set to reunite on screen for the first time since starring together in “The Vampire Diaries.”
The former co-stars, whose characters shared a beloved romantic storyline in the hit supernatural drama, will collaborate again in the upcoming Hulu series “You Deserve to Know.”
The project also marks a reunion with Kapital Entertainment founder Matt Kaplan, with whom both Dobrev and Wesley have previously worked on separate projects.
More than eight years after “The Vampire Diaries” ended, Nina Dobrev and Paul Wesley are set to reunite on screen in a brand-new television project, according to Deadline.
The former co-stars have signed on to lead “You Deserve to Know,” a Hulu adaptation of Aggie Blum Thompson’s 2025 novel of the same name.
Written by “Grand Hotel” creator Brian Tanen, the series follows three suburban couples whose close-knit friendships begin to unravel after one of the husbands is murdered.
Dobrev stars as Gwen, while Wesley takes on the role of Scott. Their characters are neighbors who end up on opposite sides of a murder investigation, forcing them into an increasingly tense, high-stakes conflict.
A premiere date and trailer have not yet been announced and will likely be revealed after production wraps.
The Duo Also Reunite With A Familiar Producer

In addition to starring in the series, Dobrev and Wesley will serve as executive producers alongside creator Brian Tanen, author Aggie Blum Thompson, Unwell’s Alex Cooper, Matt Kaplan, Mina Lefevre, Paul Kim, and Kendall Boucher.
Also joining the project are Kapital Entertainment’s Jaiden Kaplan and Dylan Hammalian, representing one of the studios behind the series.
Both Dobrev and Wesley also share a history with Kaplan. Dobrev previously starred in the CBS comedy “Fam,” playing the lead role of recently engaged Clem.
Meanwhile, Wesley appeared in both seasons of “Tell Me a Story,” first as bartender and low-level drug dealer Eddie Longo, and later as Tucker Reed, an aspiring writer with a dark secret.
How Their Chemistry Won Wesley The Original Role
When “The Vampire Diaries” was first being cast, Dobrev was selected to play Elena Gilbert. Producers then began searching for an actor to portray her love interest, Stefan Salvatore, placing a strong emphasis on finding someone who shared undeniable chemistry with her.
Although many actors auditioned for the role, Wesley ultimately secured the part after impressing producers with the chemistry he shared with Dobrev during casting.
“It’s the kind of thing where you can see it on screen, and you get an energy from the room that I maybe didn’t have a barometer on, but he was absolutely the right choice and the best person for the role,” Dobrev said in an interview.
Nina Dobrev Says Their Friendship Will Last Forever

Looking back on their time on “The Vampire Diaries,” Dobrev said she could not imagine anyone else playing Stefan Salvatore. She added that she was especially grateful Wesley was cast, as working together ultimately led to the close friendship they share today.
“I couldn’t imagine anyone else being Stefan, and I’m so grateful that they chose him because now he’s one of my closest friends and we have a friendship that will last forever — vampire pun intended,” she said.
True to her words, Dobrev has often demonstrated the close friendship they share by posting tributes to her former co-star on social media, including heartfelt messages on his birthday and other special occasions.
Nina Dobrev Once Admitted She Didn’t Like Paul Wesley

Ironically, the pair did not get along during the early days of filming, as Dobrev revealed on the “Directionally Challenged” podcast in 2019.
“I respected Paul Wesley, I didn’t like Paul Wesley,” the actress said. “We totally clashed [the] first couple years in terms of just getting on each other’s nerves, and then developed this wonderful friendship,” Dobrev revealed.
At the time, she also said that, out of all her former “The Vampire Diaries” co-stars, Wesley had become the one she was closest to.
“Of everyone, I think I probably see him the most and hang out with him the most,” she said. “We’re probably the closest.”
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What To Remember Before Rebecca Ferguson’s Apple TV Sci-Fi Returns
After 18 months, it’s now mere hours until Apple TV’s critically acclaimed sleeper hit Silo returns with a vengeance on July 3. With the trailer teasing Juliette Nichols’ (Rebecca Ferguson) amnesia as well as a past timeline that depicts how exactly the world ended, Season 3 is venturing into even bolder territory for one of streaming’s most thoughtful and painstakingly assembled genre series. Given the major events, reveals, and Season 3 set-ups Graham Yost delivered during Silo‘s sophomore season, a refresher is more than warranted.
Juliette’s Time Inside Another Silo Uncovers Giant Secrets in ‘Silo’ Season 2
Minutes after Season 1’s cliffhanger finale, Juliette approaches the closest silo. Thousands of corpses surround its exterior, but she manages to enter just as her environmental suit’s limited oxygen runs out. Exploring, she finds the structure abandoned aside from Solo (Steve Zahn), an outgoing but nervous man driven by an overwhelming need to keep the vault door to the IT department locked at all costs. He wants a friend; Juliette wants to return home as soon as possible, worried about the potentially rebellious ramifications of her failed cleaning. She undergoes multiple dangerous challenges to retrieve the parts necessary to assemble a new, functional environmental suit.
During her time with Solo, Juliette learns humanity created 50 different silos before their dystopian days. Solo’s is designated as Silo 17, and Juliette’s is Silo 18. Silo 17 rebelled when Solo was a child, an event partially shown in Episode 1’s opening scene. His father, Russell Conroy (Nick Haverson), the IT leader, locked his son inside the password-sealed Vault to protect him. When Russell refused to surrender the code, a raider executed him. Witnessing his father’s murder traumatized Solo into agoraphobia and a desperate commitment to honor Russell’s instructions — which weren’t to protect the Vault’s resources, but to protect his son. Solo, born as Jimmy, also adopted another resident’s name to avoid the constant painful reminders.
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As it turns out, the pair aren’t as alone as Juliette presumes. Three young adults — Audrey (Georgina Sadler), Rick (Orlando Norman), Hope (Sara Hazemi) — and two young children have been hiding from Juliette’s view and consider her intrusion a threat. They’ve been seeking revenge against Jimmy for a long time; he killed their parents when they tried to break into the Vault. It was a frightened act of self-defense for him, a need for the food-starved parents, and a tragedy for the children. Juliette talks sense into everyone by sharing her experiences with loss. Eventually, Jimmy opens the Vault doors for everyone. Combined with handing Juliette a sturdy environmental suit, it’s his clearest sign of growth and trust. Juliette promises to try her best to come back to her newfound friend.
Before Juliette departs, Jimmy frantically recalls his childhood memories about the Safeguard protocol — a pipe designed to flood any silo with poisonous gas, should all other anti-rebellion measures fail. His parents had capped the pipe and prevented Silo 17’s premeditated slaughter. Armed with vital knowledge, Juliette races back to Silo 17. Mechanical sees her arrival on the screens and rejoices, although they’re puzzled by her note warning them to stay inside. Mayor Bernard Holland (Tim Robbins), her would-be executioner, stops her just past the main doors. Their tense stand-off reaches a surprising truce, only for the incinerator room to activate while they’re both trapped inside.
Silo 17 Declares an Uprising in ‘Silo’ Season 2
Concurrent with Juliette’s quests, her public refusal to clean and potential survival have indeed sparked Silo 18 into a slow-burning but organized uprising. Shirley Campbell (Remmie Milner), Juliette’s closest friend, Knox (Shane McRae), the head of Mechanical, and Juliette’s long-time mentor, Martha Walker (Harriet Walter), lead Mechanical in strategically plotting their offensive and defensive strikes. Shirley and Knox grow convinced their silo is no stranger to frequent revolutions or receiving the blame, manufactured or otherwise. (Their combative tension eventually morphs into an excellent kiss, too.)
As for the Mayor, Bernard operates with a sort of composed panic. He races to crush descent according to the instructions laid out in the Pact, an ancient document that doubles as a religious text. Their primary edict: make Mechanical the scapegoat for all rebellious activity. Bernard’s psychological and brute force tactics include launching a false flag attack, trying to force compliance through starvation, and building a barricade between Up Top and the Down Deep. His cruelest moves, however, are poisoning Judge Mary Meadows (Tanya Moodie) despite their former closeness and his own reluctance, framing Knox and Shirley for Meadows’ murder, and using Martha’s captured ex-wife Carla McLain (Clare Perkins) to force Martha into being his spy. But Mechanical competently keeps up with his overconfidence and foils several of his plans. Once Paul Billings (Chinaza Uche), conflicted by the corruption he’s witnessed and moved by the old picture of the Blue Ridge Mountains, switches sides, Bernard seethes with rage.
Bernard also rescinds his promise to Robert Sims (Common) due to Robert’s public push to impeach Meadows. Bernard enlists IT analyst Lukas Kyle (Avi Nash) as his shadow instead. He instructs his new protégé to fix the damaged hard drive Juliette stole during Season 1, then decode its contents — a 140-year-old message penned by then-head of the IT department, Salvador Quinn. Bernard paints the silo’s routine civilian rebellions as destabilizing to humanity’s survival and reveals Judicial’s history of systematically suppressing said uprisings by lacing the water with memory-erasing drugs. Meanwhile, Robert and his wife Camille (Alexandria Riley) choose to prioritize their family’s survival by appealing to both sides of the conflict.
Mechanical’s Triumph Over Bernard Unleashes a Greater Threat in ‘Silo’ Season 2
As Mechanical launches their climactic strike, Martha plays Bernard for a fool. Due to the nature of the Down Deep’s job — i.e., working directly near the silo’s loud generator — Mechanical developed an unspoken language. She’d used their established signals to communicate her situation, and everyone played to the cameras like Bernard wanted to hear. With Bernard distracted, Deputy Hank (Billy Postlethwaite) and Juliette’s father, Dr. Pete Nichols (Iain Glen), plant a bomb on the stairs; the detonation would trap Judicial Security’s raiders below. Sneaking past the barricade cost them key equipment, and that accident cost them a life. Pete passes along his watch and a message of love for Juliette to Hank before sacrificing himself.
Lukas tracks down Quinn’s preserved copy of the Pact through one of his descendants, Terrance Penbrook (Stuart Milligan), and uses it to break the message’s encryption. He ventures to the silo’s lowest level and discovers the Algorithm AI program, as well as the revelation that made the younger Meadows resign from her position as Bernard’s shadow — the Safeguard. He passes along the knowledge to Bernard. His worldview shaken, Bernard essentially surrenders and decides to see the outside before he dies, hence his presence inside the exit-entry tunnel. Robert, Camille, and their son Anthony (Oscar Coleman) approach the Algorithm. They all want to save their Silo, but the Algorithm only agrees to speak with Camille.
As for the season’s final scene, Silo flashes back centuries earlier to an unspecified year that’s slightly different from our own, but familiar enough to pass as an average evening in Washington, D.C. A journalist named Helen (Jessica Henwick) meets Daniel (Ashley Zukerman), a Georgia congressman, in a bar. She presses him for the truth about a horrific bombing on American soil, allegedly carried out by Iranian forces. Daniel deflects her questions. As he leaves, he hands Helen a last-minute gift he’d snatched from a nearby store: the same duck-head Pez dispenser Juliette received in Season 1, and which made its way into the hands of Anthony Sims as a forbidden relic-turned-toy.
Silo Season 3 premieres July 3 on Apple TV.
Silo
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May 5, 2023
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Apple TV
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Graham Yost
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Morten Tyldum, David Semel, Michael Dinner, Aric Avelino
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Football Scout Convicted of Killing Girlfriend and Unborn Baby
Former college football player Blaise Taylor was convicted of killing his former girlfriend Jade Benning and her unborn child.
On Wednesday, July 1, a Nashville jury found Taylor, 30, guilty on all four counts related to the deaths of Benning and her unborn baby in 2023, per WSMV 4 News.
The athlete was convicted of second degree murder and first degree felony murder during commission of a felony in Benning’s death, as well as first degree premeditated murder and first degree felony murder during the commission of a felony for the unborn child’s death.
Later, the jury recommended a sentence of life imprisonment for the first-degree murder chargers, per WKRN. Taylor will be sentenced on September 9 for the second-degree murder charge.
Per local reports, the jury reached its guilty verdict within two hours of closing arguments concluding in the eight-day trial on Wednesday.
Taylor sat silent as the jury foreperson read out the verdict at the Davidson County Criminal Court.
Us Weekly has reached out to Taylor’s attorney and the Nashville District Attorney’s Office for comment on the verdict.
Taylor’s lawyer Letitia Quinones-Hollins told WKRN of Wednesday’s court ruling, “While we respect the jury system and the process, we must also respectfully disagree with today’s verdict and plan to appeal the decision because Blaise did not do this.”
“[Taylor] maintains that he is innocent and we will continue working to prove that,” the lawyer went on. “We understand and respect the pain that Ms. Benning’s family and friends feel over her tragic death and the death of her unborn baby, but putting an innocent man behind bars is also a tragedy.”
During the trial, the prosecution accused Taylor of administering a fatal dose of cocaine to Benning through a drink during a date night at her apartment on February 25, 2023.
Nashville Assistant District Attorney Jan Norman told the court on Wednesday, June 24, that Benning called a friend that February night to say that she feared Taylor may have spiked her drink because he did not want her to carry her pregnancy to term. (Per the prosecution, Taylor suspected the unborn child was his.)

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“What did you put in my drink?” Benning demanded to know, according to friend Nijaiha Jackson. “‘I knew my drink tasted funny. You did this because you didn’t want the baby.’”
Benning died on her 25th birthday on March 6, 2023, having lost her unborn baby several days earlier on February 27, 2023. An autopsy found that Benning had 1,787 nanograms of cocaine per milliliter of blood at the time of her death.
For his part, Taylor has denied any wrongdoing and pleaded not guilty to all charges. His attorneys argued at trial that Benning’s death was caused by her own alleged drug use.
Taylor played college football at Arkansas State University from 2014 to 2017 before joining Duke University as a graduate assistant coach. He later worked as a scout for the Tennessee Titans from 2021 to 2023.
Entertainment
Lizzo’s Album Flop Sparks Brutal Bebe Rexha Comparison
Lizzo says she has come to terms with her recent album flop, despite initially being saddened by its reception.
The singer previously criticized Atlantic Records for allegedly failing to properly promote the project. However, her apparent explanation for its poor performance has drawn pushback after netizens brought Bebe Rexha’s numbers as an indie artist into the conversation.
Lizzo said that despite the poor performance, the album, titled “B-TCH,” remains some of her “best stuff” to date.
Lizzo’s fifth studio album, “B-TCH,” did not reach the commercial heights many had expected and has recently made headlines over claims that it underperformed.
Amid the conversation surrounding the album’s performance, the singer offered a “non-PR” response during a recent appearance on the Swiftologist podcast, per NME.
“I was really stressed and really sad for a few days because this is some of my best stuff,” the rapper said on the podcast.
She added, “I had to come to terms with the fact that not only is the music industry different – we need to talk about the radio aspect – but also my relationship and my connection musically with the world is different. And I think I had to mourn that.”
Fans Question Label Argument After Sales Flop
Lizzo’s comments about her label have only intensified the conversation around her album’s poor performance, with some fans not buying the idea that promotion was the main issue.
On X, one critic brought Bebe Rexha into the debate to challenge that argument, writing, “lizzo tryna blame her album selling 2.6k on the lack of support from her label when bebe rexha just sold 20k as an indie artist.”
The comparison appears to stem from reports around Rexha’s independent album “Dirty Blonde.” While some fans rounded the figure up to 20,000, chart accounts reported that the project debuted with about 19,000 total units on the Billboard 200, after earlier projections placed it near 20,000.
Responding to a related post on X, one fan said, “Mind you Lizzo missed 200 spots,” while another added, “Not she out selling Lizzo, oh the downfall needs to be investigated.”
SZA Reached Out To Comfort The ‘Juice’ Singer

Following its release, Lizzo’s latest album failed to enter the UK Top 100 Albums Chart. It also posted a disappointing performance in the United States, her biggest market.
By comparison, her previous album, “Special,” debuted at No. 2 on the U.S. Albums Chart following its release in 2022 and peaked at No. 6 in the UK.
Fortunately for the singer, says she received support from loved ones, including a fellow artist, as she came to terms with the album’s reception.
“Thank God for Solána [SZA], she called me and was like. ‘You’re on my mind.’ I was like, ‘Am I a failure?’ and she was like, ‘Oh my god, no!’ – she’s so sweet,” Lizzo said elsewhere on the podcast.
Lizzo Addresses Former Employees’ Lawsuit

In her personal life, Lizzo continues to deal with a harassment lawsuit filed by former employees Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams, and Noelle Rodriguez. Some of the claims in the lawsuit have since been dismissed, including allegations that she fat-shamed the plaintiffs.
Speaking with “Today” host Craig Melvin earlier this month, the four-time Grammy winner said she could have settled the case out of court but chose to fight it because she is “not a woman who’s afraid of the truth coming out.”
“I’m not afraid to fight,” she added. “I’m really excited for all the claims to be dropped and for us all to just move forward.”
Lizzo Says Settling The Case Would Be An ‘Easy Out’

Last month, Lizzo also discussed her decision not to settle the case while promoting her album during an interview with TV personality Gayle King for “CBS Mornings.”
“I think it is an easy out,” Lizzo said about not settling. “I’m fighting the case because I know that it’s not true.”
What remains now are the sexual harassment claims, which the singer said she is ready to fight. She also said she is prepared to take the stand and testify if her accusers refuse to drop the suit.
“I would look fabulous while doing it,” the rapper joked. She added at the time, “I’m not afraid of the truth. The truth is less salacious than the headlines.”
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