Days of Our Lives 2-Week Spoilers for May 25-June 5, 2026 stun as Gwen Rizczech (Emily O’Brien) raging over a betrayal. Plus, Abe Carver (James Reynolds) confesses something startling.

We’re going to get into the spoilers for the two weeks of May 25th through June 5th, including more fallout for Gabi Hernandez (Cherie Jimenez), Amy Choi (Shi Ne Nielson) grieving and angry, and so much more.

Monday, May 25th on Days of Our Lives: Brand-New Episode

Monday, May 25th, it is Memorial Day, but we don’t have a rerun because we are on streaming. That’s actually one of my favorite things about them being on Peacock. No preemptions. Jennifer Horton (Melissa Reeves) and Jack Deveraux (Matthew Ashford) have a serious talk about their kids on Monday. So, looks like they’re back to Salem for Abigail Deveraux (Marci Miller) four-year deathiversary. And things are getting tense.

Jack has got to mention to Jen that he went to see Gwen and wants her to be part of their lives this week. Looks like Jen is comparing their kids, Abby and JJ Deveraux (Casey Moss), to cupcakes, vanilla, and chocolate. Meanwhile, Jack’s wife probably considers Gwen a crap cake rather than something more tasty and appealing.

And I just wonder if Jack’s going to man up and stand up for his right to have a relationship with his other daughter. JJ is also back to Salem, likely for his sister Abby’s deathiversary. If you remember, JJ left town to clear his head. He left the Salem PD after he froze during a confrontation. He didn’t fire at a killer when he should have. And that is why Shawn Brady (Brandon Beemer) wound up shot.

DOOL Spoilers: Amy Choi Devastated

Amy is crushed by what is recovered from the river. So, I suspect it may be Sophia Choi‘s (Rachel Boyd) body. And this week, Philip Kiriakis (John-Paul Lavoisier) is in uniform for Memorial Day. He’s in his Marines uniform. Those are so handsome. I love those dress blues. He’s up at the pub and tells Amy he is very sorry for her loss. And again, I love they’re doing a nod to Memorial Day with so many characters that were veterans over the years.

Philip opens up to Brady Black (Eric Martsolf). Sure, it’s about Gabi’s treachery and spying that nearly toppled Titan, but will Brady join Philip in hating on Gabi or recommend calm? Gabi and Gwen share tea and sympathy. Or maybe it’s margaritas and malice. Gabi is upset that Philip dumped her but also mad at herself.

And Gwen’s upset at Xander Kiriakis (Paul Telfer) and also at EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel). And if Gwen figures out Xander’s two-timing her with Crazy Kristen DiMera (Stacy Haiduk), I think she will definitely lose it. Sarah wants Xander to reconsider moving in. She wants him to change his mind. Sarah kisses Brady in front of Xander this week, and Sarah might be deliberately provoking him, so Xander won’t stay there.

Days of our Lives Spoilers for Tuesday, May 26th: Sarah & Xander Fess Up

Tuesday, May 26th, Xander and Sarah admit some difficult truths. Obviously, they still love each other, and it’s hard for them to see people with them when they do still have those feelings. Jennifer talks about a truce with Cat Green (AnnaLynne McCord). Obviously, Jennifer still hates Cat, but since they’re both in Salem, civility is helpful, and this could put a foot in the door that grows into a chance for Chad DiMera (Connor Floyd) and Cat to date down the road.

EJ tells Johnny DiMera (Carson Boatman) that Tony DiMera (Thaao Phenglis) is planning to oust him as CEO, and EJ is going to tell him that Tony offered the job to Gabi. And of course, that upset EJ who offered to take the job himself. But Johnny’s attention may soon be divided because this week Sarah calls Chanel Dupree DiMera (Raven Bowens) and says her biopsy results are in.

But Sarah won’t tell Chanel over the phone and she tells her to come to the hospital and to bring Johnny. And that sounds very ominous. Alex Kiriakis (Robert Scott Wilson) and Joy Wesley (AlexAnn Hopkins) are hanging out as co-parents and are bonding over adorable little Kelsey.

Days Spoilers for Wednesday, May 27th: Gabi Has a Heart-to-Geart with Ari

Then on Wednesday, May 27th, Gabi opens up to Arianna Horton (Vico Escorcia). I’m guessing it’s about Philip. And I wonder if Gabi will tell Ari the truth about her dodgy corporate spying because Gabi just did Ari dirty, paying off Liam Selejko (Hank Northrop). And I bet it’s going to bite Gabi soon. Amy Choi wants vengeance this week. She’s talking to somebody up at the pub. Maybe her husband Jason Choi (Steven O Young).

And Amy says she wants Holly Jonas (Ashley Puzemis) prosecuted for manslaughter. Tate Black (Leo Howard) is pressing Holly to do the right thing. And it may be about Sophia’s memorial because it looks like they are going. Tate is in a suit and tie, which we rarely see him in, and Holly is in a nice conservative black dress. So, right after Amy says she wants her arrested, Tate and Holly walk into the pub, and they may actually overhear what Amy is saying, and that may really worry Tate.

Marlena Evans (Diedre Hall) puts EJ under hypnosis again. And I wonder if he will recall things about him and Cat, you know, that maybe she’s also forgotten. Right now though, EJ really is a smitten kitten and he just wants, I don’t know, some kind of positive sign that they have a history and that he belongs with Cat. Paulina Price (Jackée Harry) is upset and she is getting some comfort from her stepson Theo Carver (Cameron Johnson). No doubt it’s about leaving Abe so he can be with Lexie Carver (Nikki Crawford)

Days Spoilers for Thursday, May 28th: Johnny & Chanel are Hopeful

Thursday, May 28th, Chanel and Johnny share a moment of hope. I wonder if there is some treatment option. You know, maybe they can take the lump out surgically or they can wait on treatment until Chanel gives birth. A new hunk pops up in Salem. It’s Gus (Michael Ocampo), who is Javi’s new boyfriend.

He’s on the way to meet Gus when Javi runs into Leo. Abe tells Theo the truth about something. And I wonder if this is about him loving Paulina Price (Jackée Harry) and not wanting to let her go. Lexie wants answers from her brother EJ. And I wonder if she will be upset or thrilled that Stefano DiMera (Joseph Mascolo) kept her alive so EJ could bring her back one day.

Days of our Lives Spoilers Friday, May 29th: Eli Consoles Lani

Then on Friday, May 29th, we’ve got Eli Grant (Lamon Archey) comforting Lani Price (Sal Stowers). I’m sure she’s upset about the Chanel cancer stuff and the Paulina and Abe split. The Lexie thing is going to rock Lani, too. And I’m sure Eli as well. I am so glad that Lamon Archey is back. Two days. That’s exciting stuff for me. Plus, Foster asks Julie out for dinner.

And I wonder if this is going to be a sweet new romance. I mean, I don’t think it’s going to be a torrid thing or anything, but maybe friends and more. Holly shares with Sarah that she is struggling emotionally, and Marlena gets support as she faces John’s death anniversary.

Technically, John died on June 2nd, which is next Tuesday. Marlena goes to John’s grave with flowers and sits with him. And that same day, Belle Black (Martha Madison) and Brady are playing with the chess set that Stefano left John. And Brady is looking at the queen piece. And then Belle notices there’s a piece missing. And of course, it is a pawn. Spoilers say that Brady and Belle make a discovery. So maybe there’s something hidden in the case or inside the queen chess piece.

Week of June 1st-5th on Days of Our Lives: Marlena’s New Mystery

The week of June 1st through the 5th, we may be starting a whole new puzzling mystery tied to Marlena’s chess set that Stefano left for John. Gwen is going to be stunned when she finds out Xander and Kristen are bumping private parts. Gwen and Xander had that no strings attached thing, but she also considers Kristen a friend.

So, I’m sure Gwen is going to see this as a double betrayal, especially since Xander just blew off Gwen when she asked him to be more than just a source of cheeky fun. Leo may turn to Marlena for comfort and advice after seeing Gus with Javi because Leo may need to vent a little bit.

Days of our Lives Spoilers: Abby’s Family Remembers Her on the Anniversary of Her Death

Plus, Jack, Jennifer, and JJ are going to gather for Abby’s death anniversary. And I wonder if there’s going to be some talk among them about finding her remains that have been missing for so long. And I do wonder if Jack and Jennifer are going to ask Chad if he talked to EJ about whether it would be possible to resurrect Abigail like he did Lexie. But if EJ is telling the truth, then the answer is no. But how often does EJ actually tell the unfiltered truth?

So, I’m very suspicious that he might have Abby in a person pod. Ari may find out why Liam and his son Gage are getting ready to leave town and Gabi’s gonna be in big trouble for paying off the guy that Ari’s crushing on. Plus, some more fallout from Philip finding out that Gabi screwed over Titan.

The Fast and Furious franchise has proven that a good racing movie can provide plenty of great rewatch value. Features like Christian Bale’s Ford vs. Ferrari, Jason Statham‘s Death Race, Asif Kapadia’s Senna, Chris Hemsworth’s Rush, Tom Cruise’s Days of Thunder, and many more are a testament to the fact that the audience is always in for a ride when the characters are compelling, and the environment is immersive.

Last year, Brad Pitt and director Joseph Kosinski’s F1 saw success executing the same tropes while providing a highly immersive experience thanks to IMAX screens and Hans Zimmer‘s compelling soundtrack. Not only did the sports drama become a commercial success by earning $634 million worldwide, but it also received critical acclaim, earning nominations and winning multiple awards at the Oscars, the Critics’ Choice Awards, and the British Academy Film Awards.

But before F1 created a wave, an underrated racing movie moved the needle with its cinematography and story. Neill Blomkamp’s 2023 biographical sports epic and loose video game adaptation, Gran Turismo, seamlessly blended an underdog story with a high-octane racing dream. Starring Archie Madekwe as real-life racer Jann Mardenborough, who successfully transitioned from playing Gran Turismo to racing on track. Playing Jann’s cynical, tough-love trainer is Stranger Things icon and MCU star David Harbour.

Based on real-life events, we follow a working-class teenager, Jann, who spends his days mastering the Gran Turismo driving simulator. Things take a turn when he enters the GT Academy, a real-world marketing contest created by Nissan and PlayStation to turn the world’s best virtual gamers into actual, track-certified professional race car drivers.

Gran Turismo Has Brilliant Visuals

Though underrated, the feature is loved for its compelling performances by Madekwe, Harbour, and Orlando Bloom as Danny, an idealistic, fast-talking Nissan Motorsports marketing executive who conceptualizes the GT Academy. Blomkamp brought a highly kinetic, visceral energy to the racing sequences by employing video game aesthetics, like vehicle customization graphics, and specific camera angles over real-life race tracks. The visuals, combined with high-octane races and seamless execution, make the movie a great watch and very easy to understand even for casual onlookers. It greatly divided its audiences on Rotten Tomatoes: critics gave it a 65% rating, whereas audiences gave it a near-perfect 98% rating. Nonetheless, the feature was a moderate commercial success, earning $122 million on a modest $60 million budget. For audiences who’d like to check out the film for the first time or revisit it, the time is right as Gran Turismo is coming to HBO Max on June 1.

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August 25, 2023

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West Wilson revealed that he and Amanda Batula are “doing our best” to have a normal relationship amid the Summer House drama.

“Going out in public is kind of scary,” West, 31, admitted during the Monday, May 25, episode of his “Show Me Something” podcast. “There have been so many f***ing stupid f***ing posts on the internet. Once it got to AI ones and s***, I was like, ‘OK, let’s talk about these.’”

West addressed one rumor that Amanda, 34, is “wearing all my clothes.” He went item by item, shutting down the speculation that Amanda had on West’s striped shirt in one now-viral image.

“People do wear striped shirts,” he said. “People just post anything, and it works. A lot of people have been like, ‘She wears your clothes all the time.’ We actually do dress the same.”

West also denied internet speculation that Amanda has been wearing wigs during their public outings.

Amanda and West confirmed in late March that they are more than friends after weeks of rumors. Their budding romance came after Amanda’s separation from fellow Summer House star Kyle Cooke. Amanda was also best friends with Ciara Miller, who dated West in 2023.

During Monday’s podcast, West also denied a social media post claiming that he was discussing getting a Tom Sandoval redemption arc going forward.

“Knowing all my friends that I have a group chat with, they don’t know who the f*** Tom Sandoval is,” he said. “That is not what we talk about in our f***ing group text.”

West added, “It’s not that crazy, it’s just, like, someone made up that they are in a group chat with me.”

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West also addressed the rumor that he hooked up with Real Housewives of New Jersey alum Jenn Fessler, which went viral earlier this month after Ciara shared the claims on social media.

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“Jenn was pissed. Jenn made a video being like, ‘West is so nice. He’s not trying to hurt anyone, blah blah blah blah blah,’” he said. “I don’t think [Ciara would] make it up, but I’m sure she believes it. That’s a crazy thing to just post.”

Jenn has continued to vehemently deny that anything happened between her and West.

“In all seriousness, and while I can’t help but be a little flattered, it is not nice nor is it OK to post something categorically untrue and defamatory on social media,” she shared via Instagram on May 9. “Regardless of whatever rumors or apparent ‘evidence’ led you to that conclusion, that is the definition of libel.”

The broad versatility and nail-biting tension of the thriller have helped it become one of the most acclaimed and celebrated genres in film history. Several of the greatest films of all time are a part of this timeless genre, ranging from classic films like Psycho to recent masterpieces like Parasite. However, the inherent greatness of the thriller genre goes well beyond the confines of the most recognizable films. Indeed, many truly praiseworthy thrillers have been largely forgotten by the majority of people.

Whether it’s films that were initially celebrated but have become less accessible in the digital era or those that were overlooked since their initial release, there are many ways a thriller of genuine, well-crafted quality can end up forgotten by modern audiences. One can only hope that, through a list like this and continued conversation about the strengths of these films, their notoriety can spread by word of mouth, and they can become as notable and recognizable as they deserve to be.

‘Emergency’ (2022)

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Emergency is a clear example of how to translate the classic college coming-of-age film into an effective comedic thriller, not holding back in terms of either its comedy or some extremely dark, heavy themes. The film is rife with social commentary and importance to the modern day, following a trio of college students tasked with weighing the pros and cons of calling the police when they find a mysterious, unconscious, white teenage girl in their living room.

While it certainly has its moments of fun poking at the absurdity of this classic college comedy concept, it doesn’t take long before the gravitas and impact of this previously silly concept latch onto the characters and add tension to the film. It takes a step back from the goofiness of Hollywood plots and tackles this story from a more grounded, bleak reality. While it received a positive reception when it premiered at Sundance in 2022, its lukewarm debut on Amazon Prime Video held back its potential as a true icon of 2020s thrillers.

‘New Jack City’ (1991)

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New Jack City is simply a victim of overwhelming competition when it comes to telling stories of African American gangsters and underground crime of the modern age. Its dynamic story and memorable characters were massively acclaimed when it debuted at Sundance, even more so when it was released only a few months later in March and made a box-office killing on its relatively small budget. It has a sleek style that gives it an edge even among other crime thrillers of the ’90s.

However, when people think back on Black-directed crime movies from 1991, New Jack City always comes in 2nd place to John Singleton‘s masterpiece, Boyz n the Hood, which was released only a few months later in July. This constant point of comparison has largely impacted the film’s legacy and strengths in the decades since its release. Nowadays, New Jack City is sadly only really remembered as the film that features the iconic meme of Wesley Snipes crying while pointing a gun.

‘The Stanford Prison Experiment’ (2015)

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Adapting the grueling reality of one of the most sickening and controversial psychological experiments ever conducted, The Stanford Prison Experiment was always going to be a painful and uncomfortable watch. However, the unrelenting levels that the film reaches in order to accurately portray the painful experiences of these students make it such a difficult watch; in some ways, it even halted its legacy beyond initial viewings.

A great, challenging thriller can find great success, and while The Stanford Prison Experiment is certainly worthy of praise and notoriety, it’s not polished enough to warrant multiple watches, and its relentless cruelty makes it an even tougher sell. Its usage of some poorly aged stars at its center, like Ezra Miller, has only further diluted its potential to be truly appreciated in the modern age, even if it stands as the definitive portrayal of this important moment in psychological history.

‘Operation Avalanche’ (2016)

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Director Matt Johnson has been on an absolute roll lately with critically acclaimed fan-favorites like BlackBerry and Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, as well as exciting upcoming releases like Tony. However, long before his recent explosion in cinematic popularity, he was defying notions and actively breaking rules to bring to life a striking portrayal of conspiracy and its consequences in Operation Avalanche. The film sees a group of undercover CIA agents in 1967 forging a plan to fake the moon landing after realizing they won’t make it to the moon in time.

While the film saw some recent discourse and discussion due to its premise being loosely copied by the box-office bomb Fly Me to the Moon a few years back, it massively does a disservice to the symbolic brilliance and compelling thrills that Johnson creates in Operation Avalanche. So many other thrillers are quick to glorify and draw excitement at the concepts of conspiracy and government secrets, and while Operation Avalanche begins with such enthusiasm, it eventually becomes a harrowing story of dread as all loose ends are inevitably tied up.

‘D.O.A.’ (1988)

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Placing the main character on a looming clock and racing against time is one of the quickest ways to continuously ramp up tension and raise stakes over the course of the film, a prospect expertly utilized by forgotten ’80s thriller D.O.A. The film sees Dennis Quaid as a college professor who finds himself at the center of various murders. His quest for the culprit becomes a race against time when he is given a deadly poison with only 24 hours to get the antidote.

Between the overarching mystery of the entire night, the wild chaos and tension of the poison coursing through the protagonist’s body, and a great supporting performance from Meg Ryan, D.O.A. delivers exactly what one wants out of an ’80s mystery thriller. Sadly, reception to the film from critics and audiences of the era was largely middling, despite its insightful and self-aware execution of classic noir themes and mystery thriller conventions.

‘White Dog’ (1982)

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One of the inherent difficulties of an ever-growing appreciation towards dynamic and difficult themes is that a well-crafted film can take decades before being truly appreciated. It’s exactly what hindered White Dog from being celebrated as the powerful horror thriller melodrama that it is. The film follows a Black dog trainer attempting to retrain a stray dog that has been trained specifically to attack Black people.

The painful and uncomfortable exploration of racism and its disheartening impact on one’s perception made White Dog wildly controversial, with a string of negative press coverage causing many to believe that the film itself was racist, leading to Paramount shelving the theatrical release, limiting the film’s availability, as it wouldn’t get a true home video release until December 2008, thanks to the Criterion Collection. While people are now beginning to witness its greatness, it’s still massively niche as far as ’80s horror thrillers are concerned.

‘Yes, Madam!’ (1986)

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Michelle Yeoh‘s first leading role, which helped establish her strengths as an icon of the action thriller genre, was Yes, Madam, which has largely been forgotten by audiences aside from its relation and importance to Yeoh’s early career. However, the film has so many exceptional strengths that go beyond the all-star lead performance from Yeoh. Its entertaining story of thievery, tension, and underground crime that makes it an absolute blast that has aged gracefully to the modern age of action thrillers.

The martial arts film may have 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, but outside the highly dedicated die-hard fans of the kung fu genre, many thriller fans are completely unaware of the brilliance of this all-time classic. The film follows a duo of unlucky thieves breaking into the hotel room of a recently murdered man, stealing his passport, and unknowingly also stealing a hidden microfilm desired by a powerful triad crime boss.

‘The Butcher’ (1970)

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Thrillers, as a genre, are already subject to more striking and polarizing stories compared to other genres. Thus, the prospect of international thrillers that don’t have to adhere to Hollywood guidelines often results in more unrestrained and dynamic filmmaking. One of the most exceptional examples of such is the French psychological thriller The Butcher, which follows a butcher falling in love with a school teacher while a murder spree shakes their town.

There’s an inherent brilliance to The Butcher in how it approaches tension and uneasiness with its storytelling and filmmaking, setting the stage for unnerving distrust even when the truth doesn’t require such worrying. It stands as an insightful and effective reflection on trust and acceptance of the world’s cruelty, making it a hidden gem of a French film that deserves far more appreciation in the modern era.

‘Bullet Ballet’ (1998)

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Bullet Ballet has the kind of wild, immediately striking concept that hooks the audience from the first scene and has them latching onto the dynamics and psyches of its intricate characters. The wild Japanese crime thriller follows a depressed man who, after his girlfriend commits suicide, finds himself caught up in an ongoing gang struggle while he attempts to retrieve a gun so that he can end his life. The film utilizes exceptional imagery and painful emotional moments to create an unrestrained masterclass of independent cinema that feels massively ahead of its time.

It’s an absolutely brutal story that makes every second in its relatively short runtime feel impactful, culminating in an extremely memorable ending that forever sticks in the minds of the audience. The film has been an underrated gem for many years, although it has slowly been garnering more appreciation and interest through word of mouth in the social media era, combined with the notoriety of director Shinya Tsukamoto‘s previous works, Tetsuo the Iron Man and Tokyo Fist.

‘Avengement’ (2019)

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While people may not immediately recognize his name, Scott Adkins has been having an exceptional run with his talent in action thrillers, with his work in John Wick: Chapter 4 and The Rip being highly entertaining and show-stealing. Avengement is a massively underrated action thriller that expertly utilizes Adkin’s strengths in a raw, unrelenting story of carnage and revenge. The film sees Adkins as a criminal who, after escaping prison, returns to his old stomping ground to take revenge on the people who put him in prison and transformed him into a ruthless killer.

Avengement stands out from other action revenge thrillers because of the raw brutality on display, not shying away from some absolutely guttural and ruthless violence and action. It does a great job of building up its lead character as a raw, destructive force, not afraid to fight dirty and perform underhanded tactics in order to achieve his goals.

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May 24, 2019

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Jesse V. Johnson

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Chrissy Teigen narrowly missed a wardrobe malfunction while attending the 2026 American Music Awards on Monday, May 25.

Teigen, 40, was accompanied by her husband while walking the red carpet in a bright orange gown on Monday. When she stopped to pose for photos, the heel of Teigen’s shoe got caught in her beaded dress.

Legend, 47, was quick to jump into action, attempting to detangle his wife’s foot from her dress. At one point, another woman stepped in to help, too. They finally got Teigen’s heel detached, but not before a few beads fell off the dress. They could be seen on the carpet as Teigen and Legend continued to pose for photos.

Despite the mishap, both Teigen and Legend were all smiles as the night continued.

Teigen attended Monday’s awards ceremony alongside her husband, who took the stage to present Karol G with the International Artist Award of Excellence.

“What a pleasure to be back here at the American Music Awards to present this very special award, the International Artist of Excellence Award,” Legend told the crowd. “This is a rare and high honor that’s gone to some of the most iconic superstars of our times. Global sensations who have made music history and changed culture worldwide.”

Legend told the crowd that he thinks “the world” of Karol, 35.

“There are artists who make hits and then there are artists who make history. Just last month, she became the first Latino artist in history to ever headline Coachella,” he continued. “This summer, she launches the Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour, selling two million tickets in four days and expanding from 39 to 63 stadium shows worldwide. That’s not just a fan base, that’s a movement.”

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Legend noted that it was “an honor” to present Karol with the award on Monday.

“What an honor, John, that you gave me this award. It’s legend. This is going to be a legend moment in my career for sure,” she said when accepting the award. “I feel very, very grateful. First of all, thank you, God. He allows me to live the most incredible, amazing experience in my life. I want to say that more than anything, this career has given me the most important thing in my life: purpose.”

Karol continued, “I found purpose through my music. I’m just happy that I can perform a song, and I can say things in my songs that become a voice for a lot of people. A healing place, a safe place, and I just think that my life is meaningful because of my music and to help others through it.”

We’ve had plenty of updates from Alan Ritchson on Reacher, with Prime Video‘s biggest and loudest show constantly in the news and always a discussion point. But the long-awaited spin-off, Neagley, seems to have vanished from the news cycle. However, nearly a year after the series wrapped, we’re finally being given an update. And the good news is, this time, it’s positive.

Maria Sten, who plays Neagley in Reacher, has shared that news on the Prime Video spin-off is “getting closer.” It’s been a quiet year, because Neagley wrapped filming on its first season in the summer of 2025, but with no news, it’s left fans waiting for a release date or a first proper look at the series. While Prime Video hasn’t officially confirmed when the show will premiere yet, Sten made it clear that more information is on the way. Writing on Instagram, Sten told fans:

“I know you guys are asking about ‘Neagley.’ We are getting closer, I promise! More info to come… thank you for your patience, it means so much to us that you are still excited. And I may be biased, but it’s be worth the wait, cause we’re taking stuff to a whole new level and it’s KILLER. know what I mean? ;)”

It’s obviously not a full release date or anything, but at least we’ve got some encouraging signs. The show’s been sitting in that vault labelled “it exists, nobody has seen it”, and that’s been slightly odd especially since Reacher Season 4 has filmed and wrapped in that time as well. Prime Video also recently renewed Reacher for a fifth season, so it isn’t going anywhere, but the big question was: will Neagley get her own moment soon? That update at least suggests the answer might well be yes.

Is ‘Neagley’ Still Happening?

The spin-off has been in discussion for a while, but Sten previously said she didn’t fully believe it was happening until things became concrete. Speaking with Collider earlier in 2025, she explained that Hollywood is full of rumors and “maybe this could happen” talk, so she didn’t put too much weight on the idea at first. According to Sten, the conversation became more real after Season 2 and heading into Season 3 of Reacher, before the show was officially greenlit in October. According to Sten, the series will explore both the professional and personal sides of the character. She said:

“Neagley has a lot going on in her life. She has a history, and she has a life lived. She has some quite severe personal issues of her own that she’s grappling with. We just get to know her better and see her grapple with these issues.”

Reacher is streaming now on Prime Video.

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February 3, 2022

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Nick Santora

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Omar Madha, Carol Banker, Julian Holmes, Lin Oeding, M.J. Bassett, Norberto Barba, Stephen Surjik, Thomas Vincent

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Cait Duffy

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