Editor’s Note: The following article contains spoilers for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4, Episode 2.

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has been a standout in the Star Trek franchise thanks to its ability to play with different genres. Over the course of four seasons, there have been episodes that took place within a fantasy realm, a murder mystery, and even a full-blown musical. Season 4 takes this up a notch with its latest episode, “The Griffin Incident,” where members of the U.S.S. Enterprise stumble across a Starfleet vessel that mysteriously disappeared years ago. They soon learn that the ship isn’t as abandoned as they thought, and suffer a series of psychological torments ​​​​​​before being rescued. Strange New Worlds is no stranger to horror, but “The Griffin Incident” is on a whole other level.

It’s the final moments of the episode that prove to be the most interesting. After the Enterprise rescues Kirk (Paul Wesley), Uhura (Celia Rose Gooding), and La’an (Christina Chong) from the Griffin‘s clutches, a section of Starfleet known as “Division 12” is contacted to study the haunted ship. According to Captain Pike (Anson Mount), Division 12 is a group of “Starfleet analysts who explore unexplained phenomena,” and this isn’t the first time he’s been in touch with them. The idea of a Starfleet division that explores the mysteries of the universe is ripe for a spinoff series and the best way to push the Star Trek franchise forward.

A Division 12 Series Could Explore Hidden Corners of the ‘Star Trek’ Universe

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If Division 12 got its own series, it’s a chance for Star Trek to further explore some of its biggest mysteries. There are still a lot of mysterious figures within the franchise, most notably the reality-bending Q (John de Lancie) and the other members of the Q Continuum, or the Guardian of Forever, who was first introduced in the iconic Star Trek: The Original Series episode “City on the Edge of Forever.” Revisiting those characters could touch on different aspects of beloved Star Trek series, and give Trek fans a deeper appreciation of the overall franchise. There’s also the matter of the other times that Division 12 has crossed paths with Pike, which begs the question: what did he find too strange for the Enterprise to explore?

Division 12’s mission to explore the unexplained also brings another iconic science fiction series to mind, namely The X-Files. That series featured FBI agents Mulder (David Duchovny) and Scully (Gillian Anderson) delving into cases that featured paranormal phenomena, and even spawned a franchise of its own. One episode of The X-Files revealed that there was a government division known as the “Majestic 12,” which operated out of Area 51 after the infamous Roswell Incident. It’s not a stretch to imagine that Star Trek: Strange New Worlds brought in Division 12 as a homage to that same group.

‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Continues A Tradition Set By Other ‘Star Trek’ Spinoffs

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds isn’t the first Star Trek series to reveal a hidden part of Starfleet. That’s been a tradition stretching back to other Trek spinoffs, most notably Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and its revelation of the secret intelligence organization known as Section 31. Star Trek: Enterprise introduced the concept of the “Temporal Cold War,” and Starfleet agents who fought to preserve the timeline. Deep Space Nine writer Ira Steven Behr, who penned the episode that introduced Section 31, said he was inspired by a line Benjamin Sisko (Avery Brooks) says in the series about “being a saint in paradise” and wanted to further explore what that meant:

“Why is Earth a paradise in the twenty-fourth century? Well, maybe it’s because there’s someone watching over it and doing the nasty stuff that no one wants to think about.”

That same approach should be applied to a potential Division 12 series, if it ever comes to fruition. Though next year will mark the end of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, “The Griffin Incident” just introduced a unique way to continue the franchise on television.

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Henry Alonso Myers, Akiva Goldsman

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Dan Liu, Amanda Row, Maja Vrvilo, Akiva Goldsman, Dermott Downs, Eduardo Sánchez, Jeffrey W. Byrd, Jonathan Frakes, Jordan Canning, Leslie Hope, Valerie Weiss, Sydney Freeland, Christopher J. Byrne, Rachel Leiterman

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Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper are at the center of speculation after their latest public outing fueled marriage rumors. The couple, who have been dating since 2023, recently stepped out wearing matching bands on their ring fingers, prompting many to ask whether they secretly tied the knot. While they have made occasional public appearances together, the pair generally avoid discussing their romance publicly.

On August 3, photographers caught up with Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper as they walked the streets of Paris. The couple, dressed in simple workout clothes and sunglasses, were spotted holding hands as they made their way to their destination, each carrying a water flask.

Eagle-eyed fans noticed that Hadid and Cooper, who have been in a romantic relationship since 2023, wore identical bands on their respective ring fingers, leading many to speculate that they secretly got married. Later that same day, they were again photographed in different clothes wearing their rings.

Reports noted that two days prior, Cooper was spotted going to the gym without a ring on his finger.

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While some were excited by the idea of Hadid and Cooper marrying, others noted that merely wearing matching bands does not corroborate their union. “Matching rings don’t confirm marriage. Wishing them happiness, whatever the truth may be,” one user commented.

The Couple Has Attended Some High-Profile Events This Year

Though Gigi Hadid walked up the steps at the Met Gala solo, her boyfriend Bradley Cooper joined her inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art fundraiser for a sweet, private date night. pic.twitter.com/c7sz3wNiNe

— E! News (@enews) May 5, 2026

Before their recent Paris trip, Hadid and Cooper were spotted attending Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding on July 3. The model wore a sparkling pink dress while the actor donned a classic tuxedo.

In May, Hadid walked the Met Gala carpet and posed for photographers alone, but as reported by The Blast, Cooper made a brief appearance at the event. She also gave a rare comment about her relationship with the actor while discussing her “happy place,” citing her daughter and Cooper.

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“When I think about Khai, maybe I’m giving joy. And then I’ll serve something else to Bradley for the camera,” she said.

Despite being together for three years, the couple has never made their relationship red carpet official.

Gigi Hadid And Bradley Cooper Are Notoriously Private

Hadid and Cooper have both had high-profile relationships in the past. The actor was briefly married to actress Jennifer Esposito, and he was also in a four-year relationship with model Irina Shayk, with whom he shares a daughter. Hadid, on the other hand, dated former One Direction singer Zayn Malik on and off from 2015 until their permanent split in 2021. They welcomed daughter Khai in 2020 and remain co-parents.

Hadid and Cooper maintain a low profile, choosing to keep much of their romance out of the public eye. While the model has shared a few rare comments about their relationship, Cooper has refrained from commenting on it publicly.

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For her 30th birthday in 2025, Hadid posted a carousel of photos from her celebration, including one where she was captured kissing Cooper.

The Model Gushed About Her Partner In Vogue

Hadid previously opened up about the challenges of dating, saying the experience can be difficult even for her friends who aren’t public figures. She explained her need for privacy when it comes to personal matters, especially after becoming a mother and feeling the need to protect her child.

The model didn’t share many details, but she offered a glimpse of her relationship with Cooper, which she described as “very romantic and happy.”

“I feel that he gives so much to me: encouragement and, just, belief,” Hadid told Vogue in 2025. Hadid added that she and the actor were on the same page, and she felt lucky to have found him.

“You both do work separately to come together and be the best partner that you can be. I just feel really lucky. Yeah, lucky’s the word,” she said.

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Insiders Shared Bradley Cooper’s Intention To Marry Gigi Hadid

While the couple has not confirmed whether they tied the knot, many are convinced they are now married. In late 2025, as reported by The Blast, sources shared that the actor intended to take the next step in their relationship.

According to reports, Cooper asked Hadid’s mother, Yolanda, for her daughter’s hand in marriage. “He wants her to know how serious he is about Gigi,” the insider claimed.

Given how private the couple has been about their romance, it may be some time before fans learn whether the marriage rumors are true.

Sports may not be for everyone, but comedy sure is! When it comes to television‘s greatest comedies, we often think of family sitcoms or workplace comedies; rarely do sports-themed shows come to mind at first. But then, when we really think about it, we realize that some of our favorites are among the best of the best. This list is meant to celebrate those titles.

Though there are many other shows that could have easily slipped in, these shows are the champions of the world. From coaches that bring inspiration beyond their team to athletes whose egos know no bounds, many of these sports shows use the game as the canvas for exceptional characters. No matter the game or the subject, they have brought us hearty chuckles and moments of inspiration that have stayed with us for a long time.

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‘Shoresy’ (2022–Present)

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Perhaps you’re arriving at this entry unaware of this show, but Shoresy is one of the most underappreciated comedies in recent memory. Created and starring Jared Keeso, Shoresy is a spin-off of Letterkenny, the 12-season comedy about the adventures of the residents of the fictional rural Ontario community. One such resident is the titular character. The series follows Shoresy (Keeso), the foul-mouthed hockey trash-talker on a quest to save the struggling team, the Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs, a lowly Senior AAA hockey team. With a mission to “never lose again,” Shoresy completely revamps the locker room culture and recruits a colorful cast of gritty players to turn their losing streak around. Five seasons in, the series progresses past his initial playing days, transitioning into a mentor role, tackling sports talk commentary, and dealing with the changing, increasingly physical nature of hockey.

Jam-packed with non-stop crude humor, rapid-fire insults, and raunchy locker room banter, Shoresy is the modern take on the classic hockey film, Slap Shot. Beyond the vulgarity is a show with genuine heart, deep loyalty, and emotional depth. The series highlights a diverse, tight-knit group of athletes bonded by fierce love for the sport and pride for the community. Shoresy transitions a one-note joke character from the original series and turns him into a deeply passionate and hilarious character who just so happens to be surprisingly wholesome. Keeso makes Shoresy a character you want to champion. It’s certainly a “dudes rock” comedy, but it’s not one that alienates viewers. If you like underdog stories, adversity on the ice, and training monologues, Shoresy has you covered. Don’t fret that it may be too grotesque for you; Shoresy has more heart and charm than you’d imagine. With a fast-paced format of short episodes, you’ll end up binging the series quite quickly.

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‘Eastbound & Down’ (2009–2013)

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HBO was dominated by a certain fantasy series during the early 2010s, but during that era, there was a sports comedy you certainly saw commercials for: Eastbound & Down. Created by Ben Best, Jody Hill, and Danny McBride, the series follows Kenny Powers (McBride), an arrogant, washed-up former Major League Baseball star. After his career collapses due to his toxic personality, he returns to his North Carolina hometown of Shelby County as a middle school teacher, perpetually chasing a delusional comeback through chaotic misadventures in Mexico and local television. Eastbound & Down brilliantly subverts the sports comedy genre as chaotic humor anchors the series through a deeply dark character study of an egoist refusing his own obsolescence. It balances offensive, over-the-top comedy with moments of pathos about failure, aging, and redemption.

McBride shines brightly as he introduced the world to one of the most iconic characters of his career. Kenny Powers is a powerhouse. He has zero self-awareness and endless toxic bravado, and yet we don’t dismiss him because his journey to rock bottom and fight to leave it is relatable. Keny believes he belongs on top, turning his constant self-sabotage into a hilarious spectacle. Kenny is the ultimate embodiment of the desperation for the American Dream. In turn, the series is a wonderful satire that makes his failures repulsive and magnetic. Kenny is only as good as the individuals he surrounds himself with. Steve Little as Stevie, Kenny’s pathetic, fiercely loyal sidekick, and John Hawkes as Dustin, Kenny’s brother who is forced to serve as his grounded foil, build a world that lasts for four seasons. Each season reinvents the show by placing Kenny in a new environment with fresh targets for his chaos. Eastbound & Down treats professional sports and fame not with reverence, but as a gritty, greasy machine.

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‘Blue Mountain State’ (2010–2011)

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Between playing a hero like Aquaman and long before becoming the ultimate warrior as Jack Reacher, Alan Ritchson made a name for himself as a complete buffoon as Thad Castle on Blue Mountain State. He was the heart of the completely hilarious and totally unhinged comedy created by Eric Falconer and Chris Romano. The raunchy sitcom follows a fictional Midwestern university and its powerhouse college football team, the Mountain Goats. Alex Moran (Darin Brooks) is a talented backup quarterback who prefers the low-stress life of a second-string player so he can focus on partying. Thad Castle (Ritchson) is an overtly intense captain and linebacker who is known for extreme hazing rituals and undergoing completely uncouth antics. Coach Marty Daniels (Ed Marinaro), the former NFL player and head coach, is grossly obsessed with winning, doing whatever it takes to lead his team to victory. And then there is Sammy Cacciatore (Romano), Alex’s best friend, who is not altogether there, becoming the team’s eccentric mascot. Modeled after classic 1980s and 90s college party movies like Animal House and American Pie, Blue Mountain State focuses on crude humor, absurd situations, and fraternity culture with the actual sport sprinkled in as the backdrop.

Blue Mountain State may not have been your college experience, but it leans completely into unhinged, high-energy college humor. It mixes outrageous party culture, raucous locker room hilarity, and memorable, cartoonish characters that elevated it to its legendary status. Other football shows of the time focused on growing as individuals and winning as a team; Blue Mountain State couldn’t care less about that. There was never any preaching or moral lessons. Everything was for a laugh. These student athletes just wanted to have fun. And fun they had. The writers pushed boundaries with absurd, no-holds-barred jokes that fully committed to the bit. It’s why Ritchson became an instantly memeable character who could have lived long beyond the show’s three-season run. To be fair, Ritchson does not get the praise for his comedic prowess, as Thad Castle is one of the greatest and most ridiculous characters of the 21st century. Blue Mountain State is pure, unadulterated fun. It’s completely self-aware and highly entertaining. Earning a cult following and a feature film following its ending, Blue Mountain State‘s infectious energy made it a brilliant single-camera sitcom whose mission is to make you escape reality and laugh.

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‘Sports Night’ (1998–2000)

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Aaron Sorkin may be best known for The West Wing, but just before the legendary show’s arrival, he delivered one of his greatest and most underappreciated shows: Sports Night. Running for two seasons on ABC, the critically acclaimed comedy follows the behind-the-scenes chaotic environment, personal relationships, and professional ethics of the staff producing a fictional, live nightly cable sports news program. Casey McCall (Peter Krause) and Dan Rydell (Josh Charles) are charismatic, fast-talking co-anchors and best friends on and off the screen. Dana Whitaker (Felicity Huffman) is the high-strung executive producer who keeps the show running under intense pressure. Friends since college, Casey and Dana must keep their romantic tension at bay as managing editor Isaac Jaffe (Robert Guillaume) hovers over his staff as a benevolent but uncompromising father figure. Following an ensemble of producers, associate producers, and writers who navigate office romances, corporate interference, and personal crises, Sports Night showcased Sorkin’s signature style of snappy, highly intellectual, walk-and-talk dialogue that defined his future works.

Sports Night was very much the precursor to The Newsroom. Part of the reason why Sports Night was abandoned was so Sorkin could focus on The West Wing. Nonetheless, the 45 episodes that did exist were sublime. The scripts were both witty and deeply rhythmic, making other television shows look slow-paced in comparison. Sports Night focused on themes of human ethics, friendship, and professional dedication rather than constant sports trivia. It was there to center the story. Sports Night was an example of brilliant ensemble work. In addition to Krause, Charles, Huffman, and Guillaume, the cast featured Joshua Malina, Sabrina Lloyd, Brenda Strong, William H. Macy, and more. We all had a fascination with ESPN’s SportsCenter; Sports Night gave us a chance to see what that experience was truly like.

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‘The League’ (2009–2015)

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We may not have the opportunity to play the game or even work in the front office, so we get to play pretend through fantasy football. And that was the premise of the beloved FX series The League. Created by Jeff and Jackie Schaffer, The League follows a tight-knit group of old friends in Chicago who care deeply about one another—so deeply that they use every opportunity to sabotage, insult, and make each other’s lives miserable over their obsession with winning their fantasy football league. Pete (Mark Duplass) is the laid-back, perennial league champion who coasts on natural talent. Kevin (Stephen Rannazzisi) is the league commissioner trying to balance his family life and his wife’s secret influence over his team. Jenny (Katie Aselton) is Kevin’s sharp-witted wife, who is often the best football mind in the house. Ruxin (Nick Kroll) is a paranoid defense attorney convinced everyone is conspiring against him. Andre (Paul Scheer) is a successful plastic surgeon who serves as the group’s constant punching bag and target of ridicule. And Taco (Jon Lajoie) is Kevin’s stoner younger brother, a part-time musician who barely understands football. The show borrows the loose, half-improvised, boundary-pushing style of Curb Your Enthusiasm to focus on adult humor, relentless trash-talk, and how the cutthroat desire to win bragging rights spills over into marriages, jobs, and daily life.

The League uses fantasy football as a brilliant vehicle for sharp, semi-improvised comedy about male ego, deep-seated rivalries, and brutal friendly abuse. The best part about the series is you don’t have to love football to appreciate The League. The core appeal is the comedic chaos. Non-fans can easily enjoy the rapid-fire insults, recurring bit gags, and the sheer desperation of adults treating a minor local trophy, The Shiva, and a last-place punishment, The Sacko, like life-or-death matters. The League was an NFL fan’s favorite thanks to the revolving door of stars that popped through, including Terry Bradshaw, Jay Cutler, Deon Sanders, Marshawn Lynch, and many more. And that’s on top of some of Hollywood’s funniest people. The League was the type of show that delivered memorable moments and quotable lines, all thanks to the stellar dynamic of the ensemble. With such strong improvisers, the structured outline allowed the likes of Kroll, Scheer, and Duplass to do what they do best. The cast worked as an ensemble, supporting each other rather than fighting for individual punchlines, making the delivery feel authentic and unscripted. The League is a series of its time that just so happens to be timeless. Reboot when?

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‘Brockmire’ (2017–2020)

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Often you see Hank Azaria as a supporting player in comedies, but in Brockmire, he was the star. In the underrated hidden gem, Azaria plays Jim Brockmire, a famous Major League Baseball announcer who suffers a very public, profanity-laden on-air meltdown after catching his wife cheating. A decade later, he tries to restart his career by calling minor league games for the Morristown Frackers in a struggling Rust Belt town in rundown Pennsylvania. He works alongside Jules James (Amanda Peet), the hard-drinking team owner, and Charles (Tyrel Jackson Williams), an eager young intern. A star vehicle for a profoundly versatile performer, Brockmire sees Azaria’s stellar, fast-talking comedic prowess paired with a surprisingly deep look at personal redemption. Brockmire balances vulgar, sharp-tongued humor with genuine emotional heart, creating a heartfelt arc that works even if you do not care about baseball.

Across four seasons, Brockmire refuses to stay in a single lane. It evolves from a genuine redemption story as it makes way to tackle addiction, modern cultural absurdities, and even jumps forward into a satirical, dystopian future for baseball. Azaria infuses a classic announcer into his titular character. Having a rhythm and cadence with a classic vocal boom, Brockmire sounds like he could have come straight from any real MLB broadcaster booth. Azaria and Peet have wonderful chemistry. Together, they add a lovely layer of wit and wounded humanity to the truly rich narrative. They’re magnetic. Underneath the booze, ego, and rants, Brockmire treats its titular character with heartbreaking truth and actual emotional growth. Brockmire is poignant and messy, offering laugh-out-loud, profane sports commentary with deep emotional vulnerability. Brockmire is a must-watch.

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‘Stick’ (2025–Present)

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Perhaps thanks to the Ted Lasso boom, many streamers have tried their hand at sports comedies. While we have loved and admired shows and films like The Dink, The Hawk, and Running Point, the best new sports comedy is Stick. Created by Jason Keller for Apple TV, Stick stars Owen Wilson as Pryce Cahill, a washed-up former professional golfer whose career was ruined by an on-course meltdown decades prior. Struggling through a divorce and working in a golf shop, Pryce stakes his remaining hopes on mentoring Santi Wheeler (Peter Dager), a troubled 17-year-old golf prodigy. Pryce takes Santi under his wing to help shape the teen’s raw talent into professional potential, as they both deal with past trauma, broken family relationships, and the psychological hurdles of the game. Stick is a show that focuses on supportive, low-key community bonds and getting a second chance at life through the allure of the generation gap. Stick opts for understated, soulful humor and gentle pacing over loud, laugh-out-loud gags.

Like its Apple TV sports companion, Stick masters the comforting, low-stakes found family formula. You do not need to care about or understand golf to enjoy the character dynamics. The sport serves merely as a metaphor for dealing with past mistakes. Golf is treated as an internal battle of the mind, mirroring personal baggage and past mistakes. Wilson utilizes his strengths, bringing a signature laconic, wounded, and unexpectedly wise energy to a character looking for a second chance. The story may be about Pryce and Santi, but his chemistry with Marc Maron as a cynical former caddy Mitts and Mariana Treviño as Elena Wheeler, Santi’s fiercely protective mother, serve as the heartbeat of the piece. Oh, and if you’re a Timothy Olyphant superfan like myself, he’s a ham as Clark Ross, Pryce’s former playing partner and rival. Olyphant and Judy Greer, as Pryce’s ex-wife Amber-Linn, have been bumped up to main cast for Season 2.

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‘GLOW’ (2017–2019)

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Timing is everything, and unfortunately for GLOW, the timing couldn’t be worse as it was canceled just as it was about to blow up again. Nevertheless, the Liz Flahive and Carly Mensch-created comedy remains one of the greatest Netflix entries. Inspired by the real-life 1980s women’s professional wrestling promotion, the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling, the series, set in Los Angeles, follows a group of outcast women who learn to wrestle and build a campy, spandex-clad TV show under washed-up B-movie director Sam Sylvia (Marc Maron). They are led by Ruth Wilder (Alison Brie), a struggling actress in 1985 who sees the wrestling show as her big chance at fame, and Debbie Eagan (Betty Gilpin), a retired soap star and Ruth’s former best friend who joins the cast after a personal betrayal creates intense real-life friction between them. The show pokes fun at and analyzes the over-the-top, stereotypical personas the women adopt for the ring. GLOW celebrated female artists and performers as they navigated sexism and searched for meaningful professional outlets in the entertainment industry.

GLOW was not only just a breath of fresh air, it was a brilliant female-led ensemble series with strong characters and daring scripts. It balanced sharp comedy with deep, emotional drama and tackled social issues without feeling preachy. The show thrives through its diverse cast of misfits, as each woman is allowed to grow beyond their initial 1980s stereotype. The standouts from the bunch included Britney Young, Gayle Rankin, Kate Nash, and Jackie Tohn. GLOW‘s brisk pacing and snappy, rhythmic narrative made every moment feel earned and exciting. GLOW is a seamless mix of genuine heart and neon-soaked ’80s fun. GLOW treats professional wrestling with genuine respect, using the mechanics of the squared circle as a brilliant mirror for personal conflict, teamwork, and breaking social stereotypes. GLOW remains one of the most important shows of the last decade. ​​​​​​​

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‘Coach’ (1989–1997)

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The late ’80s and early ’90s were known for some legendary sitcoms—Cheers, Seinfeld, The Golden Girls, Designing Women, Wings—but one of the very best that doesn’t always get lumped into that group is Coach. For nine seasons, the Barry Kemp series told the story of Hayden Fox (Craig T. Nelson), the obsessive head coach of the fictional Minnesota State University Screaming Eagles football team. Alongside his quirky, loyal, but dim-witted assistant coaches, Luther Van Dam (Jerry Van Dyke) and Dauber Dybinski (Bill Fagerbakke), Hayden balances his intense career with his personal life and romance. Most of the show centers around the pressure to win, locker room antics, and campus athletics at Minnesota State, but the heart of the series is the comedy surrounding the friction between Hayden’s total obsession with football and his relationship with Christine Armstrong (Shelley Fabares), Hayden’s smart, successful news anchor girlfriend and later wife, and his daughter Kelly (Clare Carey). Coach is the epitome of a classic sitcom, blending old-school comedy with genuine heart and soul.

Coach is comforting and harmlessly funny, where nothing terrible ever happens, and you just want the characters to succeed. Hayden brings light-hearted banter as Luther and Dauber provide lovable slapstick stupidity. And yes, that is the guy who voices Patrick Star. Coach succeeded because they balanced authentic collegiate and professional sports culture with genuine character heart, avoiding pure slapstick to focus on the human side of athletics. Throughout its run, the comedy was rooted in teal-world football culture as many NFL stars popped up, including Troy Aikman, Mike Ditka, Eddie George, Frank Gifford, Joe Thiesmann, and Johnny Unitas. Coach was meant to have a sequel reboot in 2015, but sadly it was canceled. Nevertheless, Coach remains an integral product of the decade. Whenever you hear the theme song, which just so happens to be the real-life Iowa State Fight Song, you’ll be transported back to Coach. ​​​​​​​

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‘Ted Lasso’ (2020–Present)

There truly is no other show that sparks more joy and brings ultimate comfort than Ted Lasso. Developed by Jason Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, Brendan Hunt, and Joe Kelly and based on a character Sudeikis portrayed in a series of promotional media for NBC Sports’ coverage of England’s soccer Premier League, the series follows Ted Lasso (Sudeikis), an optimistic American college football coach hired to manage a British soccer team, AFC Richmond. The club’s new owner, Rebecca Welton (Hannah Waddingham), originally hopes his total lack of experience will ruin the team out of spite, but Ted’s kind nature and relentless hope win everyone over. The series follows AFC Richmond’s journey through wins, losses, and major life changes. Over the seasons, the show explores mental health, personal struggles, broken relationships, and healing within the team and coaching staff in a heartfelt, vulnerable manner. Ted Lasso pairs a warm, fish-out-of-water sports comedy with deep emotional intelligence, using Ted’s relentlessly optimistic, biscuit-baking coach to subvert cynical tropes for morals and empathy.

Ted Lasso has given us all a reason to believe again. The titular coach is always offering a bevy of life lessons like “be a goldfish” and “be curious, not judgmental” in order to inspire players and audience alike. In turn, Ted becomes an individual who practices what he preaches. Ted Lasso is one of the most prominent series to discuss and address mental health, panic attacks, and toxic masculinity with surprising nuance. Ted’s golden-retriever outlook is balanced by real human vulnerability and hidden emotional depth. The series is filled with characters who grow and evolve from simple clichés into profound individuals. Ted Lasso boasts one of the greatest ensembles of the era, featuring Phil Dunster, Brett Goldstein, Nick Mohammed, Jeremy Swift, and Juno Temple. Ted Lasso is more than just the X’s and O’s. It’s a celebration of found family. As we celebrate the women coming to the pitch in Season 4, Ted Lasso remains at the top of the comedy list, regardless of the sports connection.

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Tennis legend Martina Navratilova is lending her unfettered public support to Sophie Cunningham as the basketball player continues to make headlines for her anti-trans views.

“Sophie is not ANTI-TRANS- rather she is PRO-WOMEN!!!,” Navratilova, 69, wrote via X on Sunday, August 2. “Wrong headline!”

The former tennis player reshared a post from the Telegraph, in which the news organization referred to Cunningham, 29, as “basketball’s new anti-trans MAGA poster girl.”

A social media user replied to Navratilova’s post, describing the ongoing political discourse surrounding trans athletes competing in sports “a non-issue.”

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Days after Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham doubled down on her stance against transgender athletes competing in women’s sports, her podcast costar has taken a different point of view. “Transgender athletes in American sports is such a borderline non-existent issue,” Summer House alum West Wilson said in a video via TikTok on Saturday, July 25. […]

“There are zero trans athletes in the professional space and only like 10 in the NCAA to which it seems like no one knows their names so it’s not like they are dominating the space,” the user argued. (Fewer than 10 trans athletes compete in collegiate sports as of publication.)

Navratilova doubled down on her support of Cunningham’s anti-trans views, replying, “If it’s such a non issue, why the fuss? Maybe not an issue at WNBA but it sure is an issue in many sports, many countries.”

When another user called out Navratilova for being “anti-trans” too, the athlete fired back, calling the user “anti-women.”

Last month, Cunningham made headlines after she spoke to ESPN about her belief that trans women should not be allowed to compete in sports alongside cisgender women.

“I got a lot of negative feedback about me hating trans. And I’m like, ‘I never once said that,’” the Indiana Fever player told the outlet in July. “I think that I am here to extend love. But I also think, with that, love is truth, being honest. And I want to protect young girls in a locker room, or young girls in sport who shouldn’t have to go against biological men.”

Cunningham’s controversial remarks earned swift backlash online and among her peers. Days later, the basketball player doubled down on her stance.

“I said what I said,” she told reporters at a July Fever practice. “I think it’s kind of common sense. I think I’ll always believe in that. I think it’s really important to protect children.”

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Cunningham continued, “I’m not a very political person but I do have beliefs. I have morals and I’ll always stand on those and be true to who I am. People are going to take it how they want to take it, but I never really said anything about that. When it comes to protecting young girls in sport and women in sport, I feel very strongly about that.”

Cunningham insisted that despite her desire to exclude certain athletes from competition, she doesn’t “dislike anyone.”

“I think there is room for absolutely everyone here and I think there’s room to love everyone,” she said. “I truly think when you get people in the same room and have conversations, you have a lot in common with a lot of people. I’m there to love, but I’m also there to love biological women and I think there are rights that need to be protected. Whatever I say, I’m going to get hate and I’m going to get love. I beat to my own drum. People are always going to have something to say.”

Just visit some the richest cities in the world, and you’ll find all the cool fashion girls reaching for gingham-print pieces. Scarlett Johansson is now part of the crew, wearing the chic style around North London. And surprise, we found her dress look hiding on Amazon for less than you might think.

Johansson was spotted walking around the capital city while wearing a breezy gingham-print dress, Mary Jane flats and a classy crossbody bag. Her easy-going outfit felt straight out of a countryside picnic. In particular, Johansson’s dress style leaned into everything we love about the gingham trend: the playful contrast, Parisian energy and laid-back, effortless feel. That’s why we’re getting the look for ourselves.

Get the Caracilia Gingham-Print Maxi Dress for $50 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

This Caracilia Gingham-Print Maxi Dress features adjustable spaghetti straps, a stretchy smocked back and a flowy A-line skirt that swishes when you walk. Maximizing comfort and style, it’s a wear-everywhere dress you’ll toss on for every activity, including Saturday lunches and long car rides.

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One happy shopper who called it the “dress of the summer” wrote in a review, “The fit is incredible — it cinches perfectly at the waist, and the skirt flares out beautifully when you walk. I felt like I was in the south of France!”

Another Amazon customer who claims to have “broad shoulders, wider hips and a thicker middle” highlighted the fit. They shared, “Overall, it’s very flattering being fitted up top and disguising a wider middle with a small open peek in the back. Plus, pockets!”

In addition to the style and silhouette, this maxi dress has serious transitional power. Toss on a cozy cardigan or denim jacket once the mornings get cool, and suddenly, you’ve got a fall outfit that still feels fresh.

It’s clear that Johansson’s London look is totally worth copying. The gingham-print style is polished and playful, making it the dress you’ll wear for literally anything (and get compliments along the way).

Get the Caracilia Gingham-Print Maxi Dress for $50 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

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