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All of the characters upped their game ahead of the final battle against Vecna but someone who surprised fans with their newfound bravery was Karen Wheeler (played by Cara Buono).
Not only did Mike (Finn Wolfhard), Nancy (Natalia Dyer) and Holly Wheeler’s (Nell Fisher) mum fight off a demogorgon with a wine bottle, she blew up three of the creatures in the hospital’s laundry room, saving some of the beloved gang.
Fans flocked to X, formerly Twitter, to hail Karen a “hero” and a “bada**”, with someone writing: “Wow. I feel like I need to write Karen Wheeler multiple apology letters. She achieved fully elevated GOAT status this season.”
Now Karen Wheeler star Cara Buono is working on a brand new project that’s worlds away from the dangers of the Upside Down.
Buono is set to play the leading role of Cassie in what’s currently being listed as “Untitled Musical Comedy Jesse Eisenberg”.
The official synopsis for the project, which is currently in post-production, reads: “A shy woman unexpectedly cast in a local musical production loses herself in the role under the spell of the strong-willed director, immersing herself in the high-stakes world of community theatre.”
But Buono is far from the only familiar face in the upcoming musical comedy as she heads up a star-studded cast.
Alongside the Karen Wheeler actress, the project will star Oscar-nominated actor Paul Giamatti, famed for The Holdovers, Billions and BlackMirror.
Another massive name in the cast is Hollywood legend Julianne Moore whose work includes Boogie Nights, The Hours and Still Alice which won her an Academy Award for Best Actress.
The Little Mermaid star Halle Bailey, who also features in Grown-Ish and The Colour Purple, joins them along with Better Call Saul icon Patrick Fabian.
The musical comedy has been created by none other than Jesse Eisenberg who rose to fame in The Social Network, but has since gone on to star in the Now You See Me franchise.
He also wrote and starred in the 2024 film A Real Pain which won Kieran Culkin the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.
NICOLE Kidman and Keith Urban face the tough task of dividing their staggering £210million property portfolio as part of their divorce settlement.
The former couple’s marriage is now officially over after the superstar pair finalised their split this week, and they’ve come to an agreement on how their collection of multi-million pound homes will be divvied up.
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Nicole Kidman and ex-husband Keith Urban are splitting their huge property portfolio as part of their divorceCredit: APThe former couple owned SIX apartments in this Sydney blockCredit: BackGrid
According to documents seen by the Daily Mail, both Nicole and Keith will retain ownership of the properties already in their possession and the rest will be split to their mutual satisfaction.
It is believed the majority of the exes’ properties were all jointly purchased following their wedding in 2006.
The most recent purchase came in 2023 in the form of a £5.7m three-bed apartment in Sydney‘s exclusive Landmark Latitude complex – their sixth property in the same high rise.
They have another £13.3m wrapped up in the complex.
Nicole and Keith first bought into the apartment block in 2009, picking up a sizeable 420-square-metre pad overlooking the city’s famous harbour for a cool £4.45m.
A further £5.2m was splashed on a larger neighbouring apartment when that became available in 2012.
The couple bought into the 19th floor in 2011, paying £2m on a smaller space that Nicole used as a home office.
Variety is the spice of life, and Nicole and Keith diversified over the years, adding mansions to their portfolio.
Music mecca Nashville was first on their list.
They bought a huge 20-room home in the city back in 2008 for a seemingly reasonable £2.6million.
It was their primary home throughout their married years and a sanctuary away from bright lights.
Nicole previously said: “Keith and I are very good at immediately clicking off because we have a really good life in Nashville that’s very simple, quiet, and nourishing because we’ve made it like that.”
It’s likely Nicole will remain here as she has been granted the primary custody of their children.
A five-bedroom Beverly Hills bolt hole quickly followed for £3.5million, a perfect base for Hollywood queen Nicole. It has an outdoor pool with a slide and a stunning views of the city from is wrap-around terrace.
The pair also had sights set on property on the East Coast.
Their biggest purchase saw them drop a huge £10.03million on a 10th floor Manhattan duplex complete with futuristic elevator, before adding a smaller, stylishly designed apartment in trendy Tribeca to the books in 2020 for a comparatively cheap £4.2million.
One of them will now need to change their retirement plan, though.
They picked up a six-bedroom home full of character in New South Wales on a sprawling 45 hectare site in 2008 for £4.8m.
A working farm that is home to alpacas and cows, it features a guest cottage perfect for those travelling to the remote location.
There’s plenty in the way of entertainment too with an 18-metre pool and tennis court.
It would have been the perfect place to spend quiet, contemplative days outdoors when it’s time to hang up their working boots.
Meanwhile, court documents obtained by Page Six reveal that Nicole and Keith have waived all child and spousal support.
The former couple’s two daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 15, will stay with Nicole for 306 days a year.
Keith will spend 59 days, or “every other weekend” with them, according to court documents.
The pair’s Nashville mansion acted as their primary homeCredit: BackGridThe had a character property set in sprawling grounds in New South WalesCredit: SplashThe Beverly Hills mansion had a pool and slide and a large sun terrace with stunning viewsCredit: BackGrid
Nicole and Keith, both 58, agreed to not pay child support, citing reported monthly incomes exceeding $100,000 each.
They also agreed not to pay alimony or spousal support, making each party responsible for their own legal fees.
The former couple decided that all property – including investments, bank accounts, vehicles, and personal items – will be divided by mutual agreement, and each person will keep what they already have.
It remains unclear if they had a prenuptial agreement.
Nicole waived her right to be in court on Tuesday, as she had returned from Australia with her daughters the previous day.
The settlement comes just months after Nicole filed for divorce on September 30, citing “irreconcilable differences.”
A source told the Sun at the time that Nicole and Keith had been “living separate lives” for three years prior to their split.
The insider revealed that Nicole’s back-to-back filming schedule and Keith’s world tour made it difficult for the couple to see each other.
Nicole was reportedly “blindsided” by the split after helping Keith through his struggles with alcohol addiction.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s Relationship Timeline
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have been one of Hollywood’s ‘It” couples for nearly two decades. However, their relationship took a turn in September 2025, when news broke that the pair had separated and were living apart. Here’s a look back at the timeline of their romance.
January 2005 – Nicole and Keith were introduced by actor Geoffrey Rush during the G’Day LA Gala Ball.
February 2006 – The couple made their public debut as an item at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards.
May 2006 – Keith’s publicist revealed that he and Nicole were “very happily engaged.”
June 2006 – The two tied the knot at a chapel in Manly, Australia, surrounded by many famous guests.
October 2006 – Keith checked himself into rehab for drug and alcohol issues at the urging of his new wife.
December 2006 – Model Amanda Wyatt claimed that Keith had cheated on Nicole with her multiple times, leading up to their nuptials.
January 2008 – Nicole’s rep revealed that she and Keith were expecting their first child together.
July 2008 – Keith and Nicole welcomed their first child, a daughter named Sunday Rose.
December 2010 – The duo introduced their second child, Faith Margaret, to the world, whom they welcomed via surrogate.
July 2015 – Nicole confessed to Vogue that she wished she’d met Keith earlier in life, so that they could’ve had more children together.
June 2016 – Keith opened up to Rolling Stone about how Nicole helped him get sober by insisting that he go to rehab a decade earlier.
October 2018 – Nicole gushed about her simple, quiet life in Nashville with Keith, and said that was the secret to their happy marriage.
June 2021 – Keith shared a sweet Instagram post, commemorating his and Nicole’s 15th wedding anniversary.
July 2024 – Keith, Nicole, and their daughters were seen enjoying the Gymnastics Women’s Team Final at the Paris Olympics.
April 2025 – Nicole referred to Keith as her “deep, deep love” during an interview with People, and said she was “lucky” to have the musician.
September 2025 – TMZ announced that Nicole and Keith had separated and were no longer living together, and Nicole filed for divorce.
January 2026 – Nicole and Keith’s divorce is finalized.
Keith appeared to reference Maggie in a song lyric originally written for Nicole.
“When they’re tryna get to you, Maggie I’ll be your guitar player,” Keith sang in a video posted to Maggie’s Instagram on September 28.
The original lyric goes, “When they’re tryna get to you, baby I’ll be the fighter.”
Keith previously told Billboard about the song: “It’s all from a conversation my wife and I had early on in our relationship, that when things get tough, I need to hold her tighter and just try to take care of her.“
Cruz Beckham’s girlfriend Jackie Apostel has revealed her new surprise career moveCredit: InstagramJackie’s new career could spark rivalry with Cruz’s brother Brooklyn Beckham’s wife NicolaCredit: GettyJackie was at Cruz’s dad’s 50th birthday celebrations which Brooklyn and Nicola snubbedCredit: Instagram
The talented star is already known for being a music producer and model and now she wants to add another string to her bow.
Jackie revealed in a lengthy video that she wants to make movies, but musical ones.
She opened the post up with saying how this was one of her New Year’s resolutions.
Jackie then said: “I really want to write a musical and I’ve wanted to write a musical for a really long time. I know it sounds lame and I know a lot of musicals are s**t but mine will not be.”
To clarify what type of musical she meant, she wrote over the top of the clip “not Broadway, but movies”.
Continuing, Jackie said: “And I’ve always loved musicals. I want to write. you know something as timeless and iconic as Grease or something you know Disney Pixar vibes.
“I would love that as well. I’m a huge fan of like Rio. The music is just unbelievable. In a dream world.”
Jackie ended the video with: “I think 2026 is the year you make things happen and you expect the unexpected.”
CRUZ SPEAKS OUT
Meanwhile, leading up to Christmas, Jackie’s boyfriend Cruz made several attempts to extend an olive branch to his big brother amid the high profile feud.
One of which was a photo he shared of himself with both of his brothers, Brooklyn and Romeo Beckham, 23.
Across the snap Cruz wrote: “Love you guys.”
Cruz has been dating for nearly two yearsCredit: Getty
However, despite this olive branch, things took a bad turn shortly before Christmas.
Wedding Dress Controversy: Rumours begin circulating that there’s tension between Nicola and Victoria Beckham after Nicola chooses not to wear a Victoria Beckham-designed wedding gown. Nicola later clarifies in August 2022 (and again in March 2023) that Victoria’s atelier couldn’t make the dress in time, but reports in May 2025 suggest Victoria actually changed her mind about making the dress.
Post-Wedding (2022 onwards): Minimal interaction between Nicola and Victoria on social media, and noticeable absence of Nicola at key Beckham family events.
May 2025:David Beckham’s 50th Birthday Snub: Brooklyn and Nicola are notably absent from David Beckham’s 50th birthday celebrations in London, despite being invited. Reports suggest their absence was due to Brooklyn not wanting to be in the same room as Kim Turnbull, the girlfriend of Romeo who had previously been reported to have been dating Brooklyn, who David allegedly opted to have at the party over Nicola.
Rumours emerge of a falling out between Brooklyn and his younger brother Romeo, reportedly due to Romeo’s new girlfriend, DJ Kim Turnbull, who allegedly had a past connection with Brooklyn.
Reports surface that the Beckham parents are “hurt and disappointed” that Brooklyn is “playing no part in family life.” Sources claim that tensions between Brooklyn and Nicola and his parents are “definitely not beyond repair.”
July 2025: Reports indicate David and Victoria are “desperate” to reconcile with Brooklyn. Brooklyn publicly wishes his sister Harper a happy 14th birthday on Instagram, tagging Nicola, which is seen as a potential “olive branch” and a rare public message to his family amid the rumored rift.
Brooklyn UNFOLLOWS his brothers Romeo and Cruz just 24 hours after his birthday message to Harper. Nicola quickly follows suit and also ditches the Beckham bros from her Instagram following. Romeo and Cruz are now also no longer following Brooklyn.
BBC Breakfast presenters Sally Nugent and Jon Kay spoke to a mum whose daughter was killed in a car crash in 2017
Jon Kay and Sally Nugent hosted BBC Breakfast
BBC Breakfast’s Sally Nugent announced some heartbreaking news on Wednesday’s show after a guest’s daughter tragically died.
Sharon Huddleston, whose 18-year-old daughter Caitlin died in a car accident in 2017, appeared on the BBC programme on Wednesday morning (January 7), reports the Express. She shared that the coroner had attributed Caitlin’s death to driver inexperience, prompting her to campaign for graduated driving licences.
Presenter Sally outlined: “Learner drivers in England and Wales could face a mandatory wait of up to six months between sitting their theory and practical tests as part of a new road safety strategy being launched by the government today.”
Her co-presenter Jon Kay chimed in: “While some campaign groups have welcomed these proposals, others have criticised the government for stopping short of introducing what are called graduated driving licences, which is where newly qualified drivers face restrictions until they’ve got a bit more experience.”
Sharon responded: “Well, it’s great that we’ve got a road safety strategy because it’s been 14 years since we’ve had one, so that’s good news. And it’s also good news that young drivers are being addressed in the strategy, but I don’t think it goes far enough. I understand that the limited period for learner drivers is a good thing because we’re seeing like 17-year-olds pass the test within a few weeks, and then they’re on the roads.
“But the element I am passionate about because of the reason why my daughter was killed is that she was a passenger in a newly qualified driver’s car, and the coroner put the crash down to the inexperience of the newly qualified driver.
“And so the element that I am passionate about, the graduated driving licence, is the passenger safety precaution, and that’s the element that I would have liked to have seen addressed in the strategy as well.”
Jon chimed in: “There’s lots in this strategy, isn’t there, for all drivers potentially of all ages, but as far as young drivers are concerned, what it’s saying then is that you would have to, if you pass your theory test, you’re going to have to wait six months to get more practice before you take the practical test. But what you would like to see is a delay in what you can do after the test, after the practical test as well.”
Sharon continued, acknowledging it as “a very positive thing” that the issue was being addressed, but emphasised that “we need more”.
“It doesn’t go far enough for us,” she expressed. “And as I say, if this element of the safety precaution of passengers was in place in 2017, my daughter would be alive.
“You know, and this law has been campaigned for for decades now. Unfortunately, I didn’t know about it until after Caitlin was killed. It was too late.”
Sally said: “And it’s really important to make the point that, as you’ve mentioned already, the coroner said it was inexperience. That’s really key, isn’t it? It was simple inexperience that contributed to this terrible tragedy.”
The villagers are starting to turn on themselves following the death of villain Ray Walters, but when an unknown person was seen dragging his corpse – it was clear he’d been murdered
07:00, 07 Jan 2026Updated 07:30, 07 Jan 2026
Emmerdale spoilers let slip Ray’s true killer in murder twist
After the brutal death of villain Ray Walters was revealed on Emmerdale on Monday, spoilers have confirmed his true killer in a shocking twist.
With the baddie finally seeing the consequences of actions after the villagers turned on him, the plot line reached a chilling climax when he murdered his mum, fellow villain Celia Daniels, last week. After Monday’s episode saw Ray’s corpse being dragged along by an unknown person – his eyes still wide open – fans were left wondering who could have caused such terror in his final moments.
Before long the police begin their search of the depot, due to their ongoing query regarding drugs being likely couriered through this business. Jai, Caleb and Billy are shocked when Ray’s body is found inside the van.
Jai’s under pressure as the police try to work out a timeline of his use of the van. When they leave telling him they’ll be in touch, Caleb asks if there’s anything Jai needs to tell him, convinced there’s a killer nearby.
Jai theorises Celia must have killed Ray, but Caleb thinks it was someone closer to home. The next day, DC Stewart asks Caleb if there’s a connection between Jai and Ray. When Caleb tells them about Jai and Laurel’s divorce, Stewart takes note.
But Laurel is struggling to process what has happened. When Arthur tells Laurel she doesn’t get to lecture him after what has happened to Ray, he is quickly stunned when Laurel reveals Ray’s body’s been found.
Just the next day, Laurel is seen praying in the church. She then bumps into Marlon and chastises him for not telling her about Ray sooner.
Marlon is left to struggle with the weight of her words. Before long, DS Walsh questions Laurel about her relationship with Ray.
When she implies Jai might have been unhappy about it, they are interested although Laurel is adamant Jai couldn’t be behind Ray’s murder. DS Walsh leaves not long after Jai is taken in for questioning.
Pondering over what has happened while they sip coffee, Nicola wonders to Laurel if Jai killed Ray. But witnessing how all the speculation and gossip is getting to Laurel, Nicola softens.
Meanwhile, Jai is left worried by the intense questioning. Later on, in the pub, all eyes are on Jai as he gets heated defending himself. He only makes things worse by Jai pointing the finger at April and Dylan, suggesting they could have been involved, before dramatically storming out.
Elsewhere, Mandy calls Paddy from Ireland but on at the end of their phone call Paddy breaks down in uncontrollable sobs, with poor Dylan left unsure how to console him. Meanwhile, as April is comforted by her family, the conversation, once again, moves on to theorising about who killed Ray.
The villagers begin questioning who’s really responsible and it becomes clear they all have secrets. Following Ray’s death, the ITV soap also confirmed potential murder suspects, including April, Laurel, Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) and his wife, Rhona Goskirk ( Zoe Henry ), and Ross Barton (Mike Parr).
Viewers think they know who killed Ray though, with a few names being shared. Some believe it’s Dylan, while others suspected Bear and even Arthur Thomas. One fan said: “I feel Dylan killed Ray tbh.”
Another viewer said: “Guys Bear killed Ray,” as a third wrote: “Curveball suspects – Arthur Jai.” A fourth fan said: “What about Ross?” while another posted: “Did Laurel stab Ray to death?”
Emmerdale airs weeknights at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
The House Judiciary Committee on Tuesday released a report after its own investigation into FireAid, the charity founded by Clippers executives that raised $100 million for wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles last January.
The investigation — led by Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-Rocklin) under committee chair Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) — began in August when Kiley “sent a letter to FireAid requesting a detailed breakdown of all non-profits that received money from FireAid.” Kiley expressed concern that the money had gone toward local nonprofits rather than as more direct aid to affected residents.
FireAid promptly released a comprehensive document detailing its fundraising and grant dispersals. After reaching out to every named nonprofit in the document, The Times reported that the groups who successfully applied for grants were quickly given money to spend in their areas of expertise, as outlined in FireAid’s public mission statements. A review conducted by an outside law firm confirmed the same.
The new Republican-led committee report is skeptical of the nonprofit work done under FireAid’s auspices — but cites relatively few examples of groups deviating from FireAid’s stated goals.
Representatives for FireAid did not immediately respond to request for comment on the report.
Out of hundreds of nonprofits given millions in FireAid funds, “In total, the Committee found six organizations that allocated FireAid grants towards labor, salaries, or other related costs,” the report said.
The committee singled out several local nonprofits, focused on relief and development for minorities and marginalized groups, for criticism. It named several long-established organizations like the NAACP Pasadena, My Tribe Rise, Black Music Action Coalition, CA Native Vote Project and Community Organized Relief Efforts (CORE), whose activities related to fire relief they found “unclear,” without providing specific claims of misusing FireAid funds.
The report — while heavily citing Fox News, Breitbart and New York Post stories — claims that “FireAid prioritized and awarded grants to illegal aliens.” Yet its lone example for this is a grant that went to CORE, citing its mission for aiding crisis response within “underserved communities,” one of which is “undocumented migrants” facing “high risk of housing instability, economic hardship, exploitation, and homelessness.”
The report said that $500,000 was used by the California Charter Schools Assn., Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, LA Disaster Relief Navigator, Community Clinic Assn. of Los Angeles County and LA Conservation Corps “towards labor, salaries, or other related costs,” which the committee said went against FireAid’s stated goals.
Yet the examples they cite as suspicious include NLSLA using its FireAid grant to pay salaries to attorneys providing free legal aid to fire victims, the Community Clinic of Los Angeles “expanding training in mental health and trauma care” through grants to smaller local health centers, and the L.A. Regional Food bank allocating its funds to “mobilize resources to fight hunger.”
The report singled out one group, Altadena Talks Foundation, from Team Rubicon relief worker Toni Raines. Altadena Talks Foundation received a $100,00 grant from FireAid, yet the report said Altadena Talks’ work on a local news podcast, among other efforts, “remains unclear” as it relates to fire relief.
The report’s claims that “instead of helping fire victims, donations made to FireAid helped to fund causes and projects completely unrelated to fire recovery, including voter participation for Native Americans, illegal aliens, podcast shows, and fungus planting” sound incendiary. Yet the evidence it cites generally shows a range of established local nonprofits addressing community-specific concerns in a fast-moving disaster, with some small amounts of money possibly going toward salaries or overhead, or groups whose missions the committee viewed skeptically.
FireAid still plans to distribute an additional round of $25 million in grants this year.
CHLOE Ferry has undergone a new bum treatment after getting her Brazilian Bum Lift removed as she prepared for her Thailand holiday.
Geordie Shore star Chloe, 30, took to Instagram to post a video from the treatment room and flashed her bum in a red thong.
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Chloe Ferry looked delighted with the results of her latest bum tweakmentThe star revealed the unusual treatment involved plates on her bum to promote body contouringCredit: InstagramChloe’s BBL before she had it removedCredit: INSTAGRAM
She looked delighted with the results of her latest bum tweakment – after undergoing surgery to reduce her rear following a BBL.
A smiling Chloe revealed the latest procedure was to “sculpt” her bottom via body contouring.
She wrote over the top of the clip: “Perfect bum treatment before Thailand.”
When she made her Geordie Shore debut in 2015 she’d had no work done.
But Chloe went on to get £50k worth of surgeries and tweakments in a bid to “look like a Kardashian”.
Last year she had her BBL reversed and broke down in floods of tears when recalling some of the past decisions she had made about her body.
Reflecting on her previous appearance, Chloe was overcome with disbelief, in one video after the BBL, admitting, “I don’t even know why I’m so emotional because I’m so happy with my results
“Look at, like how ridiculous I looked. I looked like that for so long.
“It’s just really, really hit it hard.”
She’s had a nose job, fox eye lift, liposuction, breast implants, Botox and filler.
In 2018, Chloe underwent the painful procedure to have a bigger bottom.
However, after seven years of showing off her peachy bum she decided to get the operation reversed.
Taking to social media Chloe explained how she wanted to share “something personal” that she had “never publicly addressed”.
“Being put into the public eye at 19 years old was very daunting, I was naive and vulnerable,” she started.
“I was ridiculed for my looks and my weight amongst other numerous insults through social media and the press which affected my mental health and confidence massively, the young woman I once loved being become self conscious looking for perfection,” Chloe added.
She continued: “With this attention came offers of cosmetic surgery which I thought would solve all my problems, give me back my spark and self love, this wasn’t the case.
“I suffered more depression, anxiety as well as physical discomfort. A decision made without understanding the pros and cons, a decision made on me hoping it would make me feel whole again.
“After years of working on my inner self, I feel like I’ve grown and entered a new stage of my life where I want to be transparent with my followers and take you along in a journey to correct my previous work and educate you all on the harsh truth of what I have endured alone for so long.”
She then said: “I want young woman and men to lean from my mistakes and have a better understanding of cosmetic surgery.”
Chloe pictured during the early days of Geordie ShoreCredit: MTVThe star pictured on the red carpetCredit: Getty
Emmerdale Producer Laura Shaw has revealed huge twists ahead this year including Victoria Sugden’s killer secret under threat, Cain Dingle’s diagnosis and the return of Graham Foster
Emmerdale Producer Laura Shaw has revealed huge twists ahead this year (Image: ITV)
There’s some huge storylines on the way in 2026 on Emmerdale, including a cancer diagnosis, a shocking return and secrets at risk of being exposed.
Graham Foster made a surprise return from the dead too, while Tuesday’s episode and new spoilers teased more drama including Joe Tate recording Victoria Sugden killing John. On the way in the aftermath, Joe’s sickening plan becomes clear as he targets the Sugdens.
Not only that, but the Dingle family are in for big turmoil as Cain is diagnosed with cancer. His wife Moira Dingle is arrested for human trafficking after being set up by Celia Daniels, who is now dead.
Teasing all the big moments ahead, Laura said: “The Dingle family are set to face huge repercussions and Cain is at the centre of a major prostate cancer storyline spanning across 2026. Adding to their devastation, Moira will be arrested for human trafficking, with her arrest timed to coincide with her husband’s diagnosis.
“Their complex marriage will be tested as they face dark times. The truth about John’s death will be revealed, as Victoria’s clever deception, making John’s death look like suicide, will unravel.
“Evil Joe Tate knows the truth and has damning video evidence which he plans to use to get what he wants from the Sugdens, potentially taking control of Butler’s Farm. Robert is also in the thick of it, trying to save Victoria by planting evidence.”
Could this lead to an exit for Victoria? Another murder secret will come to light too. Laura said: “Following the discovery of Ray’s body, villagers’ secrets will come out as the mystery surrounding Ray’s death is finally solved.
“Before the end of January, a special week will flash back to the night of the murder, revealing which of the multiple suspects is responsible for Ray’s demise. While Paddy is still out searching for his missing father, the bleak truth is that Bear has been killed by the villainous Celia.
“This emotional search and tragic discovery will bring Paddy’s mental health problems back to the forefront.” We also find out what really happened in 2020 when Graham Foster was killed off, or not.
Laura said: “A familiar face is returning to the village full-time! None other than Graham Foster will make a sensational comeback. His return will have massive repercussions for both Kim, with whom he shares a complex love and hate relationship, and Rhona, who was about to run away with him.
“Graham will explain exactly what happened six years ago when he was ‘killed’, but the question will be whether Joe can ever forgive his father-figure for allowing him to believe he was dead.” Finally, Charity Dingle prepares to give birth, and it seems her secret is finally exposed.
Laura shared: “The truth surrounding Charity’s pregnancy is set to blow wide open. Mackenzie mistakenly believes he could be the baby’s father, but the secret that Ross is the real father is still under wraps. With the baby due in spring, the birth may be the event that finally exposes all of Charity’s secrets…”
Just weeks later, the rocker’s family announced the sad news of his death on social media – sparking floods of tributes from across the globe.
Hundreds of locals in his hometown of Manchester were spotted lining the streets as Mani’s procession passed.
Alan Wren aka ‘Reni’ of the Stone Roses & Liam Gallagher carry the coffin at Mani’s funeralCredit: GettyMani and Shaun in 2007Credit: GettyMounfield passed away just two years after losing his wife, Imelda, to cancer, pictured in 1994Credit: Getty
The Duff Beer mascot, called Duffman, made his final appearance, delivering his last trademark “Oh yeah!”, during series 37’s episode Separation — a parody of Apple TV+’s Severance
More than 800 episodes of The Simpsons have aired since 1989(Image: Fox)
The Simpsons has announced the “permanent” retirement of a longtime character after nearly three decades on the air.
In the season 37 episode Separation — a parody of Apple TV+’s Severance — the Duff Beer mascot Duffman made his final appearance, delivering his last trademark “Oh yeah!”
The episode, which aired Sunday, features Barry Duffman entering the Simpson household to break the news to Homer, Marge, and their children—while simultaneously addressing viewers. Speaking in the third person, the Duff Beer spokesman revealed that the character was being officially retired.
“The Duff Corporation has, uh, retired that character forever,” he announced. “All the old forms of advertising are now passé. Corporate spokesmen, print ads, TV spots. Today’s kids can’t even sing the jingles.”
Voiced by Hank Azaria, Duffman is known for his red cape, utility belt lined with Duff beer cans, and exaggerated superhero persona. He first appeared in the 1997 episode The City of New York vs. Homer Simpson and remained a recurring presence through season 37.
In his final storyline, Duffman attempts to recruit Homer into a mysterious corporation called EOD, before ultimately deprogramming himself. He sheds the persona for good, appearing in civilian clothes after seemingly hanging up his cape, according to TVLine.
Duffman’s exit comes less than two months after another long-running Simpsons character met a more tragic end. Alice Glick, the First Church organist and a recurring character for 35 seasons over 34 years, died during a sermon in a recent episode.
The changes arrive amid ongoing fan debate over the show’s future, with criticism alternating between frustration over the deaths of minor characters and concern that the series continues indefinitely as the main cast’s voices audibly age. The show also sparked controversy in June 2025 after killing off Marge Simpson—though only in a flash-forward set years in the future.
In recent seasons, several other minor characters have also been written out, including Larry the Barfly, marking a notable shift in the long-running animated series’ approach to its extended cast.
In 2023, Bart’s longtime antagonist Sideshow Bob (voiced by Frasier star Kelsey Grammer) was killed off, but it was in another flash-forward in that year’s Treehouse Of Horror Halloween episode, which isn’t consider canonical.
Even as The Simpsons has moved to cull some of its less-popular characters, it has also brought back iconic faces in recent years, including the Albert Brooks–voiced Jacques, a French bowler who tried to score a strike with Marge.
It’s official: The X-Men are making their big screen return in “Avengers: Doomsday.”
Marvel’s third teaser for its massive superhero crossover, released Tuesday, spotlights Ian McKellen’s Magneto, Patrick Stewart’s Charles Xavier and James Marsden’s Cyclops. It’s the latest “Doomsday” teaser that has been playing in theaters in front of Disney’s billion-dollar blockbuster “Avatar: Fire and Ash.”
The short and somber clip starts with a look at some wreckage within the abandoned halls of Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters — the home base of the X-Men. The teaser also includes footage of Xavier and Magneto sharing what seems to be a tender moment as well as an emotional Cyclops unleashing a massive optic blast as what appear to be large legs possibly belonging to Sentinels lumber along in the background.
“Death comes for us all,” Magneto says in the voice-over. “It’s all I know for sure. The question isn’t ‘are you prepared to die?’ The question is ‘who would you be when you close your eyes?’”
The clip concludes with text promising the X-Men will return in “Avengers: Doomsday” before fading into the countdown to the film’s release. The countdown was also featured in the previous “Doomsday” teasers spotlighting Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers and Chris Hemsworth’s Thor.
“Doomsday” will mark McKellen and Marsden’s Marvel Cinematic Universe debuts. Prior to Disney’s acquisition of Fox in 2019, the iconic mutant superhero team headlined its own franchise, which kicked off with the 2000 film “X-Men.”
Other X-Men characters expected to appear in “Doomsday” include Beast, Nightcrawler (Alan Cumming) and Mystique (Rebecca Romijn).
“Doomsday,” directed by MCU veterans Anthony and Joe Russo, will feature “Iron Man” actor Robert Downey Jr. as the masked villain Doctor Doom. The massive superhero crossover will also feature fellow “Avengers” alums Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson/Captain America), Sebastian Stan (Bucky Barnes), Paul Rudd (Scott Lang/Ant-Man) and Tom Hiddleston (Loki); the “Thunderbolts*” antiheroes played by Florence Pugh (Yelena Belova), David Harbour (Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian), Lewis Pullman (Bob Reynolds), Wyatt Russell (John Walker) and Hannah John-Kamen (Ava Starr/Ghost); and “Fantastic Four: First Steps” stars Pedro Pascal (Reed Richards), Vanessa Kirby (Sue Storm), Joseph Quinn (Johnny Storm) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach (Ben Grimm).
Sometimes an album cover could be worth a thousand words. And the Grammys finally agree.
The 2026 ceremony will be the first time in 53 years that the award for best album cover will be presented. Previously, the award for a recording package included the album’s visuals and physical materials. Last year, Charli XCX earned the accolade for the virality of “brat” and its distinct mucus-y green.
However, this year, the categories for boxed/special limited-edition packages will be combined into a single recording package category, with album covers receiving their own trophy.
This category isn’t exactly new. At the first Grammys in 1959, Frank Sinatra’s “Only the Lonely” received the award for album cover. It was presented every year until 1973, when the Siegel-Schwall Band won for its self-titled album. After that, the category was renamed album package and then changed again in 1994 to recording package.
The nominated albums for art cover include Tyler the Creator’s “Chromakopia,” Djo’s “The Crux,” Bad Bunny’s “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” Perfume Genius’ “Glory” and Wet Leg’s “Moisturizer.” From the nostalgic white plastic chairs that grace Bad Bunny’s sixth studio album to Tyler the Creator’s masked longing gaze on his cover, an album’s artwork is often essential to the listening experience.
“When a cover in a campaign hits right,” said nominated photographer Neil Krug to the Associated Press, “it’s part of the language and the fabric of what makes a great record a great record.”
Krug has a history of photographing covers for artists like Lana Del Rey and Tame Impala. He’s nominated for shooting the cover of “The Crux, ” by Joe Keery (“Stranger Things”), who goes by the musical moniker Djo. The image includes a chaotic menagerie of an old hotel and a crowded street, including everything from Djo himself hanging from a window, a kissing couple and a parking ticket dispute.
“Anything that we could come up with, we were just like throwing it at the canvas,” Krug told the Associated Press.
This split of categories is meant to better recognize music in the digital age. Grammy rules state that albums do not need to exist physically to be considered for this category, unlike in the recording package category. (Though this year every album nominated for the award is available on vinyl and CD).
“In today’s digital world, album covers are arguably more impactful than ever. Chances are, there’s an iconic cover that’s instantly recognizable to you, even if you never owned the physical album. Their cultural significance is undeniable,” said Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr., in an interview with Grammy.com.
Recording Academy voters are tasked with judging the cover’s creativity and design elements. Once the winner is determined, trophies will go to the album’s art director and the designers, photographers and illustrators will receive a certificate.
In addition to the album cover category, the country album category has also been split into two groups: traditional country and contemporary country. (Last year, Beyoncé won country album for “Cowboy Carter.”) The new artist category has also been expanded to include performers who were featured on previous album of the year nominees, if they are featured on less than 20% of the album.
The Grammys kick off on Feb. 1 at Crypto.com Arena.
Donnie McClurkin, the Grammy-winning gospel singer and minister who has publicly denounced homosexuality, has been sued for sexually abusing his former male personal assistant.
McClurkin, 66, faces allegations of sexual assault, sexual battery and more in the civil lawsuit filed Friday in New York County Supreme Court. The singer’s accuser, identified in court documents as Giuseppe Corletto, accuses McClurkin of sexually assaulting him numerous times from the start of his employment in 2004 to 2015. The complaint also includes an alleged email from the singer, in which he apologizes for his actions and writes, “I am the actual epitome of a desperate dirty ‘old man.’”
A legal representative for McClurkin denied the allegations as “categorically false.”
“At no time did Pastor McClurkin engage in any form of sexual abuse, assault, or sexual coercion of Mr. Corletto,” McClurkin attorney Gregory S. Lisi said in a statement shared Tuesday. “The claims set forth in the lawsuit grossly mischaracterize their interactions, which occurred over a decade, and some accusations over 2 decades, ago. All these allegations are contradicted by the real facts.”
Lisi added: “Pastor McClurkin denies each and every allegation of wrongdoing and intends to vigorously defend against this lawsuit through the appropriate legal process. As this is now active litigation, Pastor McClurkin will not be commenting further at this time.”
The lawsuit claims Corletto was 21 years old and struggling with his sexuality when he met McClurkin, known for songs “I Call You Faithful” and “Wait on the Lord,” in August 2003. Corletto attended a reading for McClurkin’s 2001 book “Eternal Victim, Eternal Victor,” centered on the singer’s experience of “being delivered on homosexuality,” and met the singer, according to court documents. Corletto sought guidance from the Grammy winner, who hired him as a personal assistant.
The two men developed a mentor-mentee relationship and engaged in “pray the gay away” spiritual sessions “during which Defendant McClurkin groped Plaintiff’s genitals” without consent, according to the lawsuit. McClurkin had also allegedly “set up scenarios” between Corletto and other men and framed them as “tests from God.”
In 2007, Corletto and his girlfriend traveled with McClurkin and the singer’s family to California, where the artist allegedly sexually assaulted Corletto in a hotel room. The lawsuit alleges that McClurkin exposed himself to Corletto before pulling him onto a bed, forcefully kissing and grabbing his body and forcing Corletto to engage in anal sex. When Corletto confronted his boss about the alleged assault, McClurkin allegedly said he had no recollection and blamed Corletto’s behavior on medication. The singer “further manipulated Plaintiff, blaming him for the incident and convincing him that he was the sole culpable party,” confusing Corletto, the lawsuit said.
The lawsuit alleges that McClurkin “exploited this tactic repeatedly, coercing Plaintiff into further unwanted sexual acts over the next six years,” including numerous alleged incidents while he was working at McClurkin’s church. The complaint details additional accounts of alleged sexual assault from 2007 to 2008.
Corletto had attempted to stop working for McClurkin multiple times, the lawsuit said, but the singer refused, telling his assistant “that his ‘deliverance’ and ‘purpose’ were tied” to him. The complaint adds that Corletto told several church staff members of the alleged sexual assault, but that “no action was taken.” Corletto stopped working for McClurkin in 2008, but continued running into the singer in the following years, the lawsuit said.
The “Again” artist allegedly sexually assaulted Corletto in 2012 in Orlando, where the latter was training for an airline job. McClurkin learned of his former employee’s location through one of Corletto’s friends and appeared at his hotel room. The lawsuit alleged McClurkin said he needed to talk to Corletto, who “reluctantly agreed to let” the singer into his room. Inside the hotel room, McClurkin allegedly “begged Plaintiff to have sex with him ‘one last time,’” but Corletto refused. Corletto alleges he woke up to find McClurkin masturbating and touching his body before the singer “forced himself again onto Corletto” and raped his former employee, the lawsuit says.
Corletto returned to McClurkin’s church in the summer of 2013 and joined the singer during a trip to Niagara Falls. McClurkin allegedly sexually assaulted Corletto again and days later sent an email apologizing for his actions, a screenshot included in the lawsuit shows. In addition to likening himself to a “desperate dirty ‘old man,’” per the lawsuit, McClurkin allegedly wrote to Corletto, “I forced myself on you … groping you … and when I think about it … you never touched me like that at all.” McClurkin also allegedly promised to be a friend and pastor to Corletto.
Two years after McClurkin sent the alleged email, Corletto returned to the singer’s church amid his struggles with mental health. The lawsuit claims McClurkin engaged in further sexual misconduct, “taking advantage of Plaintiff’s vulnerability and current fragile mental state.”
Corletto “sustained injury, emotional distress, physical pain, emotional pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life” as a result of the sexual assault, the complaint said. He seeks a jury trial, an unspecified amount in compensatory damages, legal fees and additional damages.
Times editorial library director Cary Schneider contributed to this report.
IT’s an abby new year for Jennifer Aniston as she shows off her toned torso in gym gear.
The Friends star, 56, demonstrated equipment for fitness brand Pvolve — which included a few yoga moves.
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Friends star Jennifer Aniston shows off her toned torso in gym gearCredit: pvolveThe Hollywood star demonstrated equipment for fitness brand Pvolve — which included a few yoga movesCredit: Pvolve
Jen said finding motivation to work out was hard but persevering gave her a buzz.
She explained: “That feeling is what brings me back.”
Last year she told People: “No pain, no gain. That’s not true at all.
For years, the blonde beauty swore by the idea that pushing her body to the extreme was the only way to stay fit, as she confessed: “I always had the message in my brain.”
She advised: “You gotta do 45 minutes of cardio, then floor work and then weights.”
Through her ongoing partnership with Pvolve, a low-impact fitness program, Jennifer has completely transformed the way she thinks about exercise.
She shared: “You can actually enjoy your workout, not break your body, and have an incredible transformation.
“In all the workouts I’ve tried over the years, this one has transformed my body more than any of the others.”
Jen said finding motivation to work out was hard but persevering gave her a buzzCredit: pvolveFor years, the blonde beauty swore by the idea that pushing her body to the extreme was the only way to stay fitCredit: Pvolve
NEW details are emerging about Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s divorce settlement.
The couple’s divorce was finalized on Tuesday after more than 19 years together.
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Nicole and Keith’s divorce is finalized after Nicole first filed in SeptemberCredit: GettyNew details reveal how the former couple will divide time with their daughtersCredit: Getty
Court documents obtained by Page Six reveal that Nicole and Keith have waived all child and spousal support.
The former couple’s two daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 15, will stay with Nicole for 306 days of the year.
Keith will spend 59 days, or “every other weekend” with them, according to court documents.
Nicole and Keith, both 58, agreed to not pay child support, citing reported monthly incomes exceeding $100,000 each.
They also agreed not to pay alimony or spousal support, making each party responsible for their own legal fees.
The former couple decided that all property – including investments, bank accounts, vehicles, and personal items – will be divided by mutual agreement, and each person will keep what they already have.
It remains unclear if they had a prenuptial agreement.
Nicole waived her right to be in court on Tuesday, as she had returned from Australia with her daughters the previous day.
The settlement comes just months after Nicole filed for divorce on September 30, citing “irreconcilable differences.”
A source told the Sun at the time that Nicole and Keith had been “living separate lives” for three years prior to their split.
The insider revealed that Nicole’s back-to-back filming schedule and Keith’s world tour made it difficult for the couple to see each other.
Nicole was reportedly “blindsided” by the split after helping Keith through his struggles with alcohol addiction
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s Relationship Timeline
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have been one of Hollywood’s ‘Itu0022 couples for nearly two decades. However, their relationship took a turn in September 2025, when news broke that the pair had separated and were living apart. Here’s a look back at the timeline of their romance.
January 2005 – Nicole and Keith were introduced by actor Geoffrey Rush during the G’Day LA gala ball.
February 2006 – The couple made their public debut as an item at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards.
May 2006 – Keith’s publicist revealed that he and Nicole were “very happily engaged.”
June 2006 – The twosome tied the knot at a chapel in Manly, Australia, surrounded by many famous guests.
October 2006 – Keith checked himself into rehab for drug and alcohol issues at the urging of his new wife.
December 2006 – Model Amanda Wyatt claimed that Keith had cheated on Nicole with her multiple times, leading up to their nuptials.
In January 2008 – Nicole’s rep revealed that she and Keith were expecting their first child together.
July 2008 – Keith and Nicole welcomed their first child, a daughter named Sunday Rose.
December 2010 – The duo introduced their second child, Faith Margaret, to the world, whom they welcomed via surrogate.
July 2015 – Nicole confessed to Vogue that she’d wished she’d met Keith earlier in life, so that they could’ve had more children together.
June 2016 – Keith opened up to Rolling Stone about how Nicole helped him get sober by insisting that he go to rehab a decade earlier.
October 2018 – Nicole gushed about her simple, quiet life in Nashville with Keith, and said that was the secret to their happy marriage.
June 2021 – Keith shared a sweet Instagram post, commemorating his and Nicole’s 15th wedding anniversary.
July 2024 – Keith, Nicole, and their daughters were seen enjoying the Gymnastics Women’s Team Final at the Paris Olympics.
April 2025 – Nicole referred to Keith as her “deep, deep love” during an interview with People, and said she was “lucky” to have the musician.
September 2025 – TMZ announced that Nicole and Keith had separated and were no longer living together, and Nicole filed for divorce.
January 2026 – Nicole and Keith’s divorce is finalized.
Keith appeared to reference Maggie in a song lyric originally written for Nicole.
“When they’re tryna get to you, Maggie I’ll be your guitar player,” Keith sang in a video posted to Maggie’s Instagram on September 28.
The original lyric goes, “When they’re tryna get to you, baby I’ll be the fighter.”
Keith previously told Billboard about the song: “It’s all from a conversation my wife and I had early on in our relationship, that when things get tough, I need to hold her tighter and just try to take care of her.“
Nicole opted not to appear in court on Tuesday, as she had recently returned from a trip to Australia with her daughtersCredit: SplashNicole said she felt “blindsided” by her separation from KeithCredit: AFPInsiders say that while Nicole wanted to work on the marriage, Keith did notCredit: Getty
Love Island star Millie Court is returning to the ITV2 show for its upcoming All Stars series – and has revealed her new dating standards after splitting from Liam Reardon
20:00, 06 Jan 2026Updated 20:14, 06 Jan 2026
Millie Court has opened up about heading into All Stars(Image: ITV)
Love Island’s Millie Court is hoping to find love once again on the show’s All Stars spin-off – and has revealed the lessons she’s learnt from her romance with ex Liam Reardon. The 29-year-old appeared on Love Island’s 2021 series, which she won with Welsh bricklayer Liam.
The pair dated on-and-off until breaking up in September last year, with insiders claiming that the long-distance relationship was too “difficult” for them to navigate. Speaking to The Mirror and other press ahead of All Stars, Millie seemed to hint that this was the case
When asked whether she would date an international contestant after doing long distance with Liam, Millie said: “Only if they agree to move to London – I’m not moving!”
As for what she had learnt from her first stint on Love Island, which saw Liam cheat on her during Casa Amor, Millie said: “I mean I’m 29 now, so I’d say I’ve definitely matured, grown up a bit.
“I won’t take as sh** this time, oops sorry for my language. But who knows? You know when you really like someone, sometimes they make a mistake and I don’t know, I can’t speak for future Millie, hopefully I won’t take any s**t.”
Millie added that she’s willing to step away from her usual type to find love this time around. “I feel like I’ve got a very specific type.
“I have to have someone that’s taller than me because I’m quite tall for a girl, especially with heels on.
“I’m very strict with that and I think maybe that’s not working. So maybe I need to switch it up a little bit. Give some other boys a try that aren’t not my usual type.
“See what the connections are like if there’s a vibe there and maybe I shouldn’t always look for brunettes with the beard. Knowing me I probably will fall fancy for someone like that.”
Millie admitted that she’s returned to Love Island with hopes of settling down. “I’m 30 this year, so I am on the hunt to find my husband and someone who I can have kids with because I don’t want another relationship that doesn’t work out.
“I want to find the one,” she said. “So hopefully that happens.”
Love Island: All Stars begins on Monday at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.
Many viewers have issued a stark warning for anyone wanting to watch the film
A horrifyingly brutal film that reportedly had fans “fainting” with others issuing a warning is available to stream on Prime Video.
Bones and All was first released back in 2022 starringTimothée Chalamet and Taylor Russell as fans are warned before they watch the “unhinged” film. The R-Rated romance is directed by Oscar nominated filmmaker Luca Guadagnino who gained recognition for his 2017 hit Call Me By Your Name.
The grisly horror romance, based on the novel of the same name by Camille DeAngelis from 2015, follows two cannibals who unexpectedly fall in love, struggling with their uncontrollable urge to eat human flesh.
Maren (played by Taylor Russell) decides to track down her mother when along the way she forms an unlikely alliance with another young cannibal Lee (Timothée Chalamet).
An older eater of human flesh, Sully, develops an obsession with Maren as it has been dubbed a horror version of the classic love story Romeo and Juliet.
Now, the film – which won awards following its world premier at the Venice International Film Festival in 2022 – is available for streaming on Prime Video for anyone who dares press play.
Prime Video teases: “In a world that cannot abide who they truly are, a young woman who is learning how to survive on the margins of society and an intense, disenfranchised drifter embark upon a road trip, searching for identity and chasing beauty in a perilous world.”
With an impressive score of 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, one reviewer said: “This is the most creepy, atmospheric, and yet beautiful movie I have ever seen! It deserved so much more acclaim that it got!”
Another wrote: “A truly twisted Romeo and Juliet story that horrifies you and pulls on the heart strings at the same time.”
A third added: “The perfect balance between horror and romance. The masterpiece I never knew I needed.” A fourth replied: “This was horrifying and beautiful.”
Critic Barry Hertz for the Globe and Mail said: “Bones and All is beautiful and unhinged all in the same bite.”
Over on IMDB, the film scored a slightly lower rating of 6.8/10 stars, but viewers did not hold back on praise.
One movie-goer enthused: “BONES AND ALL is an intense, heart-breaking, and uplifting tale that is sure to leave an impact. It’s a must-watch for anyone who enjoys horror and romance, or simply needs a reminder of the power of love. Be warned though – this movie has lots of blood and gore, so it’s not for the faint of heart.”
Another warned: “Not for the faint-hearted and definitely don’t eat a lot before the movie.”
There were reports at the time of cinemagoers fainting and vomiting during screenings due to its gory details, with director Luca Guadagnino telling the Irish Times back in 2022: “I heard about people fainting and some people also throwing up, some screaming.”
Following its release, Russell won the Best Young Actress award at Venice Film Festival, and the pair’s performances were widely praised by film fanatics. Contrary to its critical success, the film seemingly failed at the box office, grossing $15.2million worldwide on a reported $16-20million budget – though it remains a hit with many viewers.
Bones and All is available to stream on Prime Video
Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury’s relationship is once again under the spotlight in the new episodes of her Prime Video documentary after the couple decided to give their romance another go
18:15, 06 Jan 2026Updated 18:16, 06 Jan 2026
Molly and Tommy are back together(Image: INSTAGRAM/mollymae)
The new Molly-Mae Hague documentary series will focus on her moving back in with Tommy Fury as she tells fans: “My life’s gonna change, everything’s gonna be different.”
The trailer for the final part of the second series of Molly-Mae: Behind It All dropped online tonight ahead of the launch on Prime Video on January 16. It initially shows how Molly’s sister Zoe has moved in with her to help her with childcare and growing her business Maebe.
But also in the 80 second clip, Molly is shown trying to gain self confidence ahead of moving back in with Tommy. She tells the cameras: “I am very proud of me and Tommy for working through things. It’s just gonna bring us even closer as a family.”
As the trailer shows a removal van she adds: “I’m closing the door and leaving behind such an incredible chapter of my life. It’s very bittersweet. It’s also just that fear of not knowing what to round the corner. So just a few things going on.”
Molly-Mae is engaged to Tommy after the couple met on Love Island in 2019. They became the most famous and celebrated romance from the ITV series. But after they got engaged and had their daughter Bambi together, they split in August 2024 amidst rumours Tommy had cheated, something he has always denied.
In the first series of the Prime Video documentary released a year ago, things had been very different and Molly-Mae and Tommy were not together and living apart. Tommy only featured on the phone and not in scenes on screen.
At that time on screen she said: “The last couple of months have been like the worst couple of months of my life. The feeling of a break up, it’s like a physical pain, like your heart actually hurts. For everyone else, it’s news, a bit of gossip. But for us, it’s real life. Your whole world just feels like it’s over.
“You don’t see a light at the end of the tunnel. I’m dealing with the falling apart of our relationship.” But in a look toward what ended up happening in the future she also told the cameras her love for Tommy “didn’t disappear overnight” after they were spotted kissing at a party on New Year’s Eve to see in the year 2025.
Some of the problems at the time had been blamed on alcohol. Molly said back then: “There were exterior issues going on for him that were causing our relationship to have problems. It was drinking isn’t it?
“I never, ever wanted to be with someone that drank, because my mum had a period of time in her life where she struggled because her marriage of 25 years had just ended, and she turned to drink, probably more than she should have.
“I was only about 14,15 when that happened, and I saw my mum in some like states, going through a really, like vulnerable time. So I have never, ever, ever been around it in a positive light.
“Tommy wanted to have a family life, but then also have the life of a 25-year-old boy with no responsibilities. And the two don’t go hand in hand. He’s never had an alcohol problem. It’s just that alcohol caused problems for us. It got to a point where I wasn’t really looking forward to anything, because alcohol affected it so much.”
In the new trailer Tommy is shown with Bambi in a clear sign they are back together as a family. They have recently all been to the Maldives and posted photos showing them all together on social media.
Molly-Mae: Behind It All Series 2 Part 2 (Episodes 4-6) will launch on 16th January 2026.
A broadcast TV show about a middle-aged guy who becomes an LAPD cop wouldn’t seem like your typical teen magnet.
Yet, the “The Rookie” was the most-streamed show among young people under 18 across all broadcast series in the 2024-2025 broadcast TV season, according to Nielsen data.
Odd as that may seem, the numbers match showrunner Alexi Hawley’s own experience. He says he is often approached by parents telling him how much their kids gravitate to the ABC police procedural.
Recently, he said, actor Dwayne Johnson visited the Los Angeles set with his preteen daughter, who loves the Nathan Fillion-led series, now in its eighth season.
“You’re always surprised in this business at success,” Hawley said in an interview.
He offers multiple explanations: “A lot of it has to do with the comfort food of the show. Bad things happen on our show a lot, but I think the mix of humor and action and heavy stuff resonates with people.”
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Part of it, too, he says, is that the show is very “clippable.”
“The Rookie,” which is produced by Lionsgate Television and 20th Television and shot in Los Angeles, has 2.8 million followers on TikTok. In the last 12 months, its biggest audience on the platform were people aged 18 to 24, according to TikTok Studio.
At a time when the broadcast TV business faces steep challenges — including continued cord-cutting and declining ad dollars — the ability of “The Rookie” to captivate young viewers is noteworthy. And its stars’ embrace of social media, particularly TikTok, might have lessons for other broadcast shows looking to draw new and younger eyeballs in the streaming era.
Eric Winter, who plays the serious Sgt. Tim Bradford on “The Rookie,” is especially active on the platform, despite some initial resistance.
“I was anti-TikTok,” he said. “I was like, ‘I’m never doing it. I’m never gonna have an account. I won’t be seen doing a post or a dance, acting like a fool.’ And my wife was like, ‘You’re launching a premium rum brand. You’ve got to be out there. You’ve got to be public with it.’”
And he’s seen teen fandom up close — at publicity events kids will line up to get his autograph.
After launching his TikTik about two years ago, Winter now has about 6.6 million followers, and he’ll post pranks with his co-stars from the set or group TikToks.
Even Fillion has gotten in on the action and has asked Winter for advice. Many other cast members are active on the platform as well.
“We’re all trying to outdo each other with TikTok, and it’s grown into its own little beast that drives the eyeballs,” Winter said. “I just started doing a lot of goofy ones that worked.”
Beyond jokes from the set, clips from the show itself have driven people to the series who may not have otherwise found it. Scenes involving the will-they-won’t-they romance between Winter’s character Bradford and co-star Melissa O’Neil’s Sgt. Lucy Chen (collectively known to fans as “Chenford”) also drive major views, as do shorts with Fillion.
“We have these funny moments, and these little stories that we can do because we’re a patrol show where anything can happen anytime they get out of their car,” Hawley said. “And I think those translate really well to 30-second, one-minute clips that just bring people to want to watch more.”
It’s kind of like movie trailers for the new generation. While young viewers can’t watch an entire show via social media, the shorter clips are clearly one way of introducing them to the series — and getting them hooked. Collaborations with YouTube stars also help.
Last season, YouTube personalities Ryan Bergara and Shane Madej guest starred in an episode of “The Rookie” in which the pair investigates a haunted psychiatric facility. Hawley learned of Bergara and Madej’s “Ghost Files” paranormal show through his kids.
This year, he’s planning a similar crossover with comedy streamer Dropout.TV.
“Rather than doing crossovers with traditional shows, like other ABC shows, given our growing young fan base, I’m like, ‘Well, what can I pull into our show that younger people relate to more,’” Hawley said.
“The world is hard right now,” Hawley said. “It’s very stressful. There’s something that’s just comforting about putting us on and the number of episodes we have. Our show is an escape for people.”
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Disney-owned 20th Century Studios’ “Avatar: Fire and Ash” cracked the $1-billion mark at the global box office on Sunday. The film is the third Disney film released in 2025 that has crossed $1 billion worldwide, following the animated “Zootopia 2” and the live-action adaptation of “Lilo & Stitch.”
Topping it off, “Avatar: Fire and Ash” is the third of three “Avatar” films to reach $1 billion globally. The James Cameron-directed franchise has now grossed more than $6.35 billion so far.
The second series of Beast Games lands on Prime Video sooner than you think
Beast Games returns to Prime Video for a second season on January 7(Image: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images for Prime Video))
YouTuber MrBeast will return to screens with a brand new season of Beast Games in just a matter of days.
Premiering this week, the brand new season will land on Prime Video as contestants battle it out in the hopes of winning a staggering prize pot of $5,000,000 which equates to around £3.7 million – making it one of the largest prize winnings in reality competition history.
It will also include a special edition crossover episode featuring the Emmy-Award Winning series Survivor, and its legendary host Jeff Probst.
The first season, which ran from December 2024 to January 2025, achieved massive success, becoming Prime’s most-watched unscripted show ever with 50 million viewers in just 25 days and it will now be back on screens on January 7.
Promising to be even bigger and better than before, 200 contestants will be split between 100 of the world’s strongest and 100 of the world’s smartest as they go head to head in the hopes of winning a life changing sum.
But fans may be disappointed to learn that not all episodes will be available straight away. Titled ‘Strong vs Smart’, the new season will see a weekly release, ending this month – here’s everything you need to know about the current release schedule.
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Episode release schedule explained
Episode 1-3 – January 7
Episode 4 – January 14
Episode 5 – January 21
Episode 6 – January 28
Prime Video teases: “After a record-shattering first season, Beast Games is back! Bigger, bolder, and more intense than ever. MrBeast has assembled 100 of the planet’s strongest competitors and 100 of the world ’s smartest minds.
“Strong vs. Smart” will battle for an eye-watering $5,000,000 prize. As players face off in the ultimate collision of brain and biceps; alliances will form and trust will break. Every challenge pushes the limits of human strength, intelligence and strategy. What wouldn’t you do for $5,000,000?”
Beast Games will be blended with Survivor’s ground breaking format in an intense hybrid challenge which will include brutal twists and obstacles as Prime Video adds: “resulting in an episode that seamlessly bridges the worlds of content creators and traditional television.”
Many fans have been quick to share their enthusiasm as one person wrote on YouTube : “1st season was an emotional rollercoaster and a test of human psychology. Hope season 2 will be better than that.”
Another said: “OHHHHH MYYYYYYY GAAAAAAAWDDDD.” A third penned: “Prime video will be cooking in 2026.”
Prime Video also previously announced the show will return for a third series, however an official release date is yet to be announced.
Beast Games season 2 is available to stream on Prime Video on January 7
Love Island host, Maya Jama, was notably absent from the show’s All Stars launch this week after she was forced to pull out of the glitzy event due to ill health
14:59, 06 Jan 2026Updated 14:59, 06 Jan 2026
TV star, Maya Jama, has updated fans on her health (Image: ITV/Shutterstock)
TV star, Maya Jama, has updated fans on her health after missing Love Island’s All Stars launch yesterday. Fans of the ITV reality show had hoped to see the host at the glitzy event in London – when the line-up was announced – however, Maya was forced to pull out after falling ill.
Thankfully, viewers needn’t worry because the Bristol-born star, 31, will still be hosting the show, which kicks off on Monday, January 12. Taking to Instagram, admitting she’d been ‘knocked out by flu’, Maya shared a snap of herself flying to South Africa where the series is filmed.
Seen lying in one of the aircraft’s plush beds, sporting a fluffy cream jumper and an eye mask, she wrote: “Used to spend this flight on the reds chatting away to the flight crew, but entering this year wholesome… Lol truthfully the flu came in last minute to kick my ass for the last 24hrs. Vitamin c’d up and praying the sun deletes it all, next stop,” with a South African flag emoji.
While Maya was due to attend the loved-up launch on Monday, the panel’s host Elizabeth Day announced that she was unable to attend after feeling unwell.
Confirming her illness, a representative said: “Maya is unfortunately unwell and wasn’t able to attend this morning’s launch event. She looks forward to the Love Island All Stars premiere on January 12th.”
Fans can’t wait for the spin-off show to kick off next week in which former Islanders try and find love in the villa again.
And it already looks like there’s going to be plenty of drama before the opening credits have started rolling after fans uncovered a tweet by confirmed All Star, Helena Ford, which reveals her secret feud with a fellow star.
After the 2026 line-up was revealed by ITV yesterday, fans uncovered old tweets seemingly written by Helena in which she accuses series three’s Charlie Frederick of ‘closing down’ her 16th birthday party. The pair are set to reunite in the All Stars villa in just a few days time.
In a tweet which dates back to 2018, Helena appears to have written: “Nah that Charlie Fredrick [sic] kid got my 16th party closed down, said I looked like a dolphin.”
Sharing the tweet online, one fan wrote: “So seems like Helena and Charlie have met. Helena tweeted this about Charlie in 2018. This tweet went viral last year. #LoveIsland.”
Another wrote on Reddit: “This is bonkers. And honestly exactly the kind of beef I want lmaooooo please let this be a major plot point it’s so bizarre and hilarious.”
Meanwhile, a third declared: “Ok now this is the kinda foolishness I can get behind!”
TOWIE star Harry Derbidge’s ex-boyfriend has been left heartbroken by the tragic death of his fiancé.
Dean Rowland, 41, announced partner Steven Hewitt’s passing on Facebook today with a selfie of the couple and a devastating statement.
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Dean Rowland’s fiancé Steven has diedCredit: FacebookThe couple got engaged in the Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland last yearCredit: Instagram
He wrote: “The world didn’t deserve you, the best of the best, you’ll forever be my one true love, I love you so much [broken heart emoji] I can’t believe I’ve got to go on without you.”
One follower wrote: “So sorry to hear this, thinking of you.”
Another said: “Dean I’m so sorry my heart is completely broken for you and all Steven’s family and friends [heartbreak emoji] sending you all of our love xxx.”
Just days ago, Dean reflected on a 2025 packed with fun, laughter and love.
He wrote: “This year gave me memories I will never forget and people I am endlessly grateful for.”
Dean thanked Steven for being “my constant, my calm and my chaos all in one, thank you for being my home wherever we are.”
And he signed off the positive post, writing: “If 2025 taught me anything it’s that life moves fast, moments matter and the right people make everything better. Here’s to growth, love, laughter and whatever comes next.”
The couple, who had been together for four years, got engaged this time last year at the five-star Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland.
In October Dean revealed they were on the hunt for the perfect wedding venue and were finishing off home renovations.
Last January he shared special videos and pictures from the engagement, writing: “I said YES! Completely overwhelmed and filled with joy.
“Stephen surprised me with the most beautiful proposal, and I couldn’t be happier to start this next chapter with the love of my life.
“Here’s to forever and a lifetime of love, laughter, and adventures together.”
Dean was previously engaged to Towie star Harry but they split two years later in 2021.
It came after the former couple were forced to put their adoption plans on hold.
They also cancelled their wedding twice in 2020 due to the coronaviruspandemic.
Harry said on Towie: “To be with someone for four years… and for it to not work out, it has just been the most heartbreaking like awful thing I’ve had to go through.
“I gave so much to this relationship, I gave everything to it!
“To the point where I’d give so much… that it would actually cause an argument.”
At the time, Dean reflected on their four years together and said they remained amicable and good friends.
He wrote: “After 4 long amazing years, Harry and I have decided to part ways. It’s with a really heavy heart and absolute anxiety that I’m sharing this with you all.
“There are no secret nor salacious events at the root of decision- just two best friends realising it’s time to take some space and help each other live the most joyous, fulfilled lives possible.
“I would trust him with anything and he still remains that important person in my life.”
He continued: “No relationship is easy, and we all know this, but with my hand on my heart, I can say the last 4 years have been the most amazing memories I could have ever asked for in a human being.
“We have laughed, cried and drunk a lot of wine, and after all of this, I still have the utmost respect for Harry and his decisions going forward.
“Not only was Harry a lifelong partner for me, but he also was my best friend I did everything with, and although I’ve lost the connection on that level he’s still my best friend and someone I trust with my life.”
Dean was previously engaged to Towie’s Harry DerbidgeCredit: Instagram
