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1974 Ballad That Flopped on Release Became One of the Most Powerful Heartbreak Anthems in Rock History
Two words say it all: Love hurts. Behind that simple sentiment, a song with that very dual-word title traveled decades, voices, even genres before Nazareth could turn it into a global hit and one of rock’s most enduring heartbreak anthems. With Dan McCafferty’s raw, aching vocals and Manny Charlton's legendary guitar, Nazareth took a forgotten 1960s country tune and transformed it into a slow-burning rock ballad we play even in the best of spirits.
Composed by the husband-wife songwriting duo who went by Boudleaux Bryant — Felice Bryant and Diadorius Boudleaux Bryant — “Love Hurts” was an Everly Brothers original, first recorded in July 1960. It was added to their fourth album, A Date With the Everly Brothers, but never released as a single. In 1961, Roy Orbison recorded the track as a B-side to his No. 1 hit, “Running Scared.” Emmylou Harris and Gram Parsons also recorded covers; still, the song went on existing for years before really breaking through.
“We all loved the song,” bassist Pete Aginew tells Classic Bands. “We recorded 'Love Hurts' as a B-side and that’s how we saw it. Of course, when I hear it now, it’s probably one of the best rock ballads of all time and definitely the vocal is in the top three.”
When the Scottish group released their version of “Love Hurts,” they were riding off chart success in the U.K. with three hits. According to Aginew, the band preferred Parsons’ and Harris’ versions best, taking inspiration from the country legends, but turning the song into a hard rock power ballad with McCafferty’s key emotional delivery and Charlton’s gnarly guitar solo. The song was added to the band’s sixth album, Hair of the Dog, in 1975, making it the only studio record in the U.S. to feature “Love Hurts.”
Despite the track's modern-day reputation, Nazareth’s “Love Hurts” was an initial flop. It wasn’t until South Africa took a liking to the track that radio stations in the U.S., particularly in Texas, began playing the song. After a year, the sleeper hit finally got its due, climbing to No. 8 in early 1976 on the Billboard Hot 100 and hitting No. 1 in Canada, the Netherlands, Belgium, South Africa, and Norway.
View this post on InstagramToday, the breakout anthem still hits just as hard. And so do the guys of Nazareth, who continue to tour extensively. They’re even opening for Foghat in Mount Dora, Florida, this month, promising a night of pure rock nostalgia with fan-favorite hits including their most famous song and signature hit, “Love Hurts.” More than 50 years later, that dang track just proves that some heartbreak anthems never fade — they only get louder.
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Meghan Markle Shares New Photo of Prince Archie for His 7th Birthday
Meghan Markle just shared a new photo of her and Prince Harry's son, Prince Archie, on his 7th birthday.
On Wednesday, May 6, the Duchess of Sussex, 44, took to Instagram with two pictures and short but sweet message on Archie's big day.
"7 years later…happy birthday to our sweet boy 🤍," the doting mom captioned her update.
For the featured image, Prince Harry, 41, held newborn Archie on his chest as the baby boy snuggled cozily under a white blanket. The second snap showed the birthday boy today in a wide shot from behind, while holding a big stick and standing next to his sister, Princess Lilibet, 4. The siblings looked out at the mountains as they walked barefoot near a body of water.
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Although Markle disabled comments on Instagram, royal fans took to other forms of social media to wish Prince Archie a happy birthday and react to the throwback and new photo. One Reddit user pointed out, "Where does the time go? 💕🥹."
An X user shared, "I love this photo so much! Prince Archie is such a big brother! Happy Birthday Prince Archie of Sussex."
As Archie celebrated his 7th birthday, a source close to his parents spoke to People about Prince Harry and Markle's parenting philosophy.
"They give their kids space to be themselves — for their different personalities to flourish," the source explained. "After growing up so publicly, that was really important to Harry."
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Jane Fonda Just Shared a Poignant Tribute to Her Former Husband Ted Turner: ‘I’ve Never Been the Same'
Jane Fonda is honoring her former husband, media mogul Ted Turner, who died on Wednesday at age 87.
Turner, the founder of CNN and Turner Broadcasting System who broke boundaries with CNN's 24-hour news landscape, died surrounded by his family, according to a news release from Turner Enterprises, CNN shared. Fonda, who married Turner in 1991 and divorced him in 2001, took to Instagram on Wednesday afternoon to honor her former husband in a passionate statement that shared just how transformative the couple's love affair truly was.
"He swept into my life, a gloriously handsome, deeply romantic, swashbuckling pirate, and I’ve never been the same. He needed me. No one had ever let me know they needed me, and this wasn’t your average human being that needed me, this was the creator of CNN, and Turner Classic Movies, who had won the America’s Cup as the world’s greatest sailor. He had a big life, a brilliant mind, and a soaring sense of humor.
He could also take care of me. That was new as well. To be needed and cared for simultaneously is transformative. Ted Turner helped me believe in myself. He gave me confidence. I think I did the same for him, but that’s what women are raised to do. Men like Ted aren’t supposed to express need and vulnerability. That was Ted’s greatest strength, I believe," shared Fonda.
The legendary actress continued, sharing about how much Turner taught her about everything from hunting and fishing to business and strategy. Calling him "the most competitive person I have ever met," she spoke of his need to beat others at everything from making money to "how many countries he’d made love to his prior lover in and could I match that."
Fonda closed out her comments by honoring Turner's children.
"Five children survive him, five talented, complex kids who I had the privilege of becoming stepmother to. I had four stepmothers growing up, and I know how important stepmothers can be, so we all did our best to build an extended, rag-tag family, and I love them to this day. If it was complicated to be married to him, think how complicated it was being his child. And they are all doing fine," she wrote. "Rest in Peace, dearest Ted. You are loved and you will be remembered."
View this post on Instagram What Did Fonda Say About Turner Before His Death?While the couple divorced in 2001, they stayed close friends until Turner's death. Fonda always spoke kindly about Turner, sharing that she had faith that he would belong in heaven upon his death. In The Heaven Promise, the actress shared how impressed she was that someone who came from such a troubled background turned out so well.
“Given his childhood, he should’ve become a dictator. He should’ve become a not nice person. The miracle is that he became what he is. A man who will go to heaven, and there’ll be a lot of animals up there welcoming him, animals that have been brought back from the edge of extinction because of Ted," said Fonda. "He’s turned out to be a good guy. And he says he’s not religious. But he, the whole time I was with him, every speech – and he likes to give speeches – he always ends his speech with ‘God bless.’ And he’ll get into heaven. He’s a miracle.”
Iconic 2014 Film, Nominated for 5 Oscars, Has the No. 1 Most Fans on the Internet
Interstellarhas endured as one of the defining films of the 2010s. Despite not personally seeing it yet, I have undoubtedly seen the limitless impact the film has had not just on my generation, but the film landscape as a whole.
It's hard to go anywhere on the film side of social media and not hear Hans Zimmer's iconic organ score or see Matthew McConaugheysobbing as he watches his family grow old without him. Christopher Nolan no doubt made a classic that cemented his status as a big dog of Hollywood after his massively successful Batman trilogy.
Interstellar is a film that I see countless amounts of people list as a favorite, both online and in person. That's why it was no surprise to see it topping Letterboxd's "Films with the most fans" list.
What Is Letterboxd?Letterboxd is a social media platform that has really grown in the last few years. The website is dedicated to creating a platform for film fans everywhere. You can log movies you've watched, write reviews, rate films, make lists, and interact with fellow users. It's a super interesting platform that has really expanded movie watching for my generation, and it has helped expose people to a lot more obscure films that they may not be aware of.
Possibly Letterboxd's most well known feature is the 4 favorites feature, where users can attach their 4 favorite movies to their profile. The aforementioned list was averaged across the entire website, with the top spot being the film that appears in the most amount of people's top 4. Effectively, that makes Interstellar the most popular movie on the internet.
Above is the full top ten of the list, which is a pretty star-studded group of films. In an app that is much more predominantly used by the younger generations, it's very interesting to see which films emerge as the most popular with that group.
Interstellar's legacy is still being written today, and I'm sure it will be even further written as the young filmmakers of this era grow up and cite this movie as a huge influence on them.
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41 Years After Her 1985 Debut, This Daytime Emmy Winner Is Still Playing a 'Legal Eagle' Today
On May 6, 1985, the NBC soap opera Santa Barbara introduced one of its most iconic characters with the debut of future Daytime Emmy-winner Nancy Lee Grahan as legal eagle Julia Wainwright.
Grahan made her first appearance during episode 198 of the soap opera. Julia came onto the scene to help her sister, Augusta Lockridge (Louise Sorel), who had recently become blind.
LOS ANGELES, CA - CIRCA 1987: American actress, Nancy Lee Grahn (Julia Wainwright Capwell) and American actress, Kristen Meadows (Victoria "Tori" Lane Capwell), of the American television soap opera "Santa Barbara", pose for a portrait during the wedding of Kelly Capwell and Jeffrey Conrad, played by Robin Wright and Ross Kettle (not pictured), circa 1987 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Bill Nation/Sygma via Getty Images)During her time on the show, it was her romance with Mason Capwell (Lane Davies) that fans truly fell in love with and cemented their romance as one of the key super couples of Santa Barbara.
Reflecting on his time on the show and the pairing, Grahn was interviewed by soap journalist Michael Fairman for his YouTube channel ahead of the series 40th anniversary. Grahn shared, “The setup for us was really fun.” She added how the two characters contrasted each other, “It was classic in that he was a conservative, and Julia was a liberal.”
The actress shared how it took a while for the two to find their way romantically to each other. “It took the characters a really long time for us to get together. They did journeys back then.”
Davis, who was also participating in the reunion interview, added how the story was almost different, but the two actors enjoyed working together, “they were putting us together for these little banter scenes. We liked the chemistry.” So they worked hard together to work on their chemistry, “and the writers picked up on that, and we just ran with it.”
Throughout her time on the show, Julia had multiple love interests, including Craig McAllister, Jack Lee, David Laurent, Michael Donnelly, and Dash Nichols.
Grahan remained on the series until its finale in 1993. Her final storyline on the show saw her gain the happiness she so desperately wanted, and she revealed to her husband that she is pregnant.
GENERAL HOSPITAL - "Episode 15923" - "General Hospital" airs Monday - Friday, on ABC (check local listings). (Disney/Christine Bartolucci)NANCY LEE GRAHN (Photo by Christine Bartolucci/Disney via Getty Images)
Grahan continues to work in daytime television, and, as luck would have it, she is still portraying an attorney, 41 years later, on the ABC soap opera General Hospital as Alexis Davis.
New episodes of General Hospital air weekdays on ABC and stream weeknights on Hulu.
1981 Oscar-Nominated Hit Ranked the 'Top Movie Song of All Time'
Arguably, a film can become more memorable by having its very own thematic song. In 2024, Billboard released a list of the "top 75 movie songs of all time." The ranking's top five tunes featured Irene Cara's "Flashdance… What a Feeling" from Flashdance (1983), “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor from Rocky III (1982), Bryan Adams' “(Everything I Do) I Do It for You” from 1991's Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, and “How Deep Is Your Love” by the Bee Gees from Saturday Night Fever (1977).
Billboard reported that Diana Ross andLionel Richie's song, "Endless Love," from the 1981 film Endless Love, was the "top movie song of all time." Billboard noted that the 1981 love song spent nine weeks at number 1 on the Hot 100.
Lionel Richie Shared Details About Recording 'Endless Love' in a 2021 InterviewIn a 2021 interview on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Richie discussed writing "Endless Love," which was nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Song at the 1982 Academy Awards. He said he never expected that song to be number 1 for 9 weeks.
"Let me tell you, it was the song of my life. Every once in a while, you get one of those songs. I had no idea it was going to have that impact. And of course, once the movie came in and of course, the Oscars, it had a life of all its own," said the singer in the 2021 interview.
Richie also shared that the song wasn't originally written as a duet. However, movie executives requested him to write one verse for a female vocalist. Richie said after he finished said verse, he was told Ross would be singing the part.
"From that point on, they said to me, 'Hmmm, we're going to have a duet. We're going to get Diana Ross to sing. Who do you think the person should be to sing with her?' Excuse me? And the answer was [me]," recalled the 76-year-old musician.
In addition, Richie revealed recording the hit "was a nightmare in terms of logistics."
"Diana couldn't come to L.A., she was playing in [New York]. I couldn't go to New York, and the problem was where can we record this thing? And she had one night off. It was Toronto, Canada. We came in, we recorded the song at three in the morning, after she had done her show that night. And the rest is history," said the "Hello" singer.
Life Just Got a Little Easier for UnitedHealthcare Policy Holders— But Should Retirees Consider Switching?
Prior authorization can have you waiting for medically necessary care, but UnitedHealthcare is making that process easier for its policyholders. If you’ve been plagued by health care woes, switching may be an option you’ll want to explore as long as it makes sense for your budget.
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UnitedHealthcare's StanceWhile 2026 has had its fair share of terrible news, UnitedHealthcare is bringing one positive change for policyholders. By the end of the year, 30 percent of services that require prior authorization will no longer require it.
Some outpatient surgeries, diagnostic tests, outpatient therapies, and chiropractic care could all fall under this new policy. While evaluations will still be made on a case-by-case basis, many people facing this hurdle will now know that the pressure has eased.
Prior Authorization StatsIn 2024, 9 out of every 10 physicians surveyed (that’s 93 percent) said that prior authorizations delayed essential treatments. The survey by the American Medical Association, an organization that represents doctors across the country, also noted that medical staff spend an average of 13 hours a week completing prior authorization requests. Time that could be better spent on patient care.
UnitedHealthcare noted in its announcement that only about 2 percent of its services actually require prior authorization. CEO Tim Noel says the process is still necessary, noting it’s an “essential safeguard” for patients, but thinks it should be used only to protect patients and improve care.
Before the changes take effect, UnitedHealthcare will publish a full list of affected services.
Is It Worth Changing ServicesThis news comes as a broader conversation is happening around the nation. Insurers are under pressure to eliminate prior authorization and expand access to more affordable, efficient care for Americans. While some red states crack down on Medicaid eligibility requirements despite public support for broader access, others are doing everything they can to expand healthcare access for everyday Americans.
Should seniors consider switching to UnitedHealthcare to help with prior authorization concerns? That depends. Services like UnitedHealthcare still carry a monthly premium. If that’s within your budget, it may be worth switching for easier access to services.
If you’re living on a tight budget, however, Medicare may still be the best option for you. While the service isn’t perfect, it does provide seniors with guaranteed care that can’t be canceled. The security of that may be worth more than waiting for prior authorization approvals.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Walmart’s 'Beautiful' $30 Faux Ivy Fence Screen Adds Privacy and a Pop of Green to Any Backyard
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Is your outdoor space feeling a bit too exposed ahead of summer? Balconies that overlook busy areas, patios that face neighboring yards, and open decks can all benefit from a little added privacy — especially during peak outdoor season. The good news is that creating a more secluded feel doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated.
One simple solution is the Bshapplus Faux Ivy Privacy Fence Screen from Walmart. It’s an easy way to block unwanted views while adding a touch of vibrant greenery to your space. The privacy screen is currently on sale for as low as $30, down from $44. It comes in two foliage styles — colorful sweet potato and vine leaves. The sweet potato design is priced slightly higher at $37.
Bshapplus Faux Ivy Privacy Fence Screen, $30 (was $44) at Walmart Shop at WalmartMeasuring 39 by 157 inches, this privacy screen offers ample coverage for wrapping balcony railings, lining a fence, or softening a bare wall. As one reviewer noted, it was “exactly what I was looking for to give my patio the privacy I’ve needed.”
Installation is simple and flexible. The screen can be secured with cable ties and trimmed to fit a range of surfaces, including wood fencing, metal railings, or chain-link fence. Homeowners have used it to conceal utility areas, add texture to plain fencing, or create an inviting backdrop for outdoor seating in their backyard.
Constructed from non-toxic, weather-resistant materials, it’s designed to withstand the elements and can remain in place year-round. You can also use it indoors to decorate walls or as a lush backdrop for gatherings like weddings or baby showers. Reviewers reported that it holds up well in exposed conditions, including windy balconies, and appreciate its durability and value. One Walmart shopper shared, it “looks great, way cheaper than other places.”
“I am very impressed with the quality,” another wrote, noting that the screen adds “such a beautiful vibe and touch to the fence.”
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At just $30, the Bshapplus Faux Ivy Privacy Fence Screen is an easy way to add both greenery and privacy in one go. If your patio could use a little more coverage this summer, consider this your sign to snag one while it’s still on sale.
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We Asked Psychologists About ‘Call Her Daddy’ Alex Cooper’s Advice on Siblings Going No-Contact With a Parent and They All Said the Same Thing
Choosing to go no-contact with a parent is one of the hardest decisions you'll ever make. No matter how harmful, hurtful, or "toxic" they are, we're all wired to want our parents. But sometimes the people who are supposed to love us the most hurt us the hardest, and newer generations simply aren't putting up with it.
In fact, according to Psychology Today, 10 percent of adults have an estranged parent.
"Therapy culture has given kids a whole new vocabulary, words like 'toxic' and 'narcissist' that validate what they always felt but couldn't name," explains Dr. Sanam Hafeez, an NYC Neuropsychologist and Director of Comprehend the Mind, to Parade. "Social media constantly exposes them to others who've cut off a parent and framed it as healing, not betrayal. There's also just less social shame around it now. The old 'but they're still your parents guilt trip doesn't land the way it used to. Younger generations genuinely believe their peace of mind comes first, and honestly, most of their peers agree. When financial independence is achievable earlier, walking away stops being just a feeling and starts being an option."
The topic comes up quite a bit online, and even the most popular podcasters often tackle it. Recently, Alex Cooper of Call Her Daddy fame read an anonymous query from someone who had estranged themselves from their mother, as had their brother, but still has a sister who is in contact.
The person ultimately wanted to know how to navigate the situation with their sibling, saying they didn't want their opposite relationship with their mother to affect their relationship. She wondered if she should try to convince her to go no-contact or just let her be, and Cooper had some pretty insightful thoughts.
View this post on Instagram"Your sister has not been able to go no contact for a reason that I almost think you can empathize with her while still maintaining boundaries," Cooper offered, after acknowledging what a hard and painful decision it is to do that. "The answer to this is you need to just set boundaries with your sister. 'I never want to tell you what to do with mom. I know we all have such different situations with her and I know it is beyond complicated, but I have made such a painful decision for myself that I knew I needed to go no contact. And in order to maintain a relationship with you, I need you to respect my no contact with mom, which means I don't want to hear about her. Like when we're together, I need us to talk about our relationship and what's going on in your life and my life. And I do not want to know or talk about mom because you're the only thing in my life that's threading me to her and I have actively made the decision to remove her from my life.'"
Psychologists and therapists all agreed: this was a great way to approach it.
"As both a therapist and a child who has a sibling that has gone no-contact with my father at various times, I would have said nearly the same exact thing," Allison Guilbault, owner and licensed therapist at Mindful Mental Health, LLC, tells Parade. "I had a brother who went no contact with my father, though I was still in active contact. We were very honest about it with each other and ultimately supported each other's individual decision. We spoke about boundaries (for instance, I would not update my brother about my father or really talk about him at all), and I made sure that I had support to process my own feelings regarding that. I would advise my clients to do the same."
Navigating Going No-ContactWorking your way through family dynamics is a challenge, even in a loving, stable home. But doing so with a sibling presents unique challenges of its own.
"This dynamic reflects a deeper systems principle: there is no single shared experience of a parent, only position-dependent realities," Dr. Shahrzad Jalali, a licensed clinical psychologist, trauma expert, and author of The Fire That Makes Us, tells Parade. "Differences in birth order, roles, temperament, and parental projection often result in siblings internalizing very different versions of the same family. What appears to be disagreement is often a collision between two valid but fundamentally different psychological truths."
"Navigating this requires differentiation without invalidation," she continues. "Each sibling must be able to hold: your experience is real and so is mine, without collapsing into persuasion or defensiveness."
Ultimately, in order to have a healthy relationship with each other, it needs to be a judgment-free zone with clear, understandable boundaries.
"Neither one is a betrayal; one of you isn't 'right' for staying, and the other isn't 'wrong' for leaving," says Hafeez. "The real danger is when parents start using that sibling as a back channel, feeding information or guilt through them, and the sibling has to decide if they're okay being put in that position. Protect the relationship you have with each other by agreeing upfront that your sibling isn't a messenger, a spy, or a therapist; they're just your brother or sister trying to figure it out, too."
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How to Know When It Is Time to Go No-ContactAs stated earlier, making this decision is extremely difficult, and despite its growing "popularity" online, it should not be your first move when dealing with a difficult situation involving your parents.
"It is an outdated idea that relationships are supposed to be ride or die," says Guilbault. "We now understand that relationships, even those between adult children and their parents, should have reciprocity. If one side is too toxic, aggressive, anxiety-producing, abusive, destructive, or imposing on other relationships, it is okay to take boundaries as far as someone needs to go to protect their peace, life, and mental well-being, even if it means no contact."
It is also important to note that if you are making the tough decision to go no-contact, it is just the first step in healing. Detachment should be supported by professional help, if possible.
"An essential clinical reality is that no contact itself can be psychologically taxing, particularly when it involves primary attachment figures such as parents," says Jalali. "The parent-child bond is deeply encoded in one’s attachment system and identity structure, and severing that connection, even when warranted, can activate grief, guilt, fragmentation, and unresolved attachment dynamics. In this sense, no contact is not a neutral act. It often introduces its own layer of psychological complexity."
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Kendall Jenner's Transparent Outfit Ranked Among 'Best Met Gala Dresses of All Time'
Kendall Jenner stole the spotlight when she stepped onto the iconic Met Gala red carpet at the 2026 event, wearing a scene-stealing look.
On Monday, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City lit up with dazzling stars as celebrities, sports figures, fashion key players and influential creatives gathered for “fashion’s biggest night out.”
With this year’s theme, "Costume Art,” the red carpet was filled with guests offering their own interpretations of the concept or, as many embraced it, proving that “fashion is art.”
From structural, vibrant ensembles to Grecian-inspired gowns and unexpected looks on the red carpet, the evening was definitely a visual spectacle, just as the Keeping Up with the Kardashians star brought to life during the ceremony.
Kendall Jenner’s Met Gala look featured a custom design by Zac Posen, the Executive Vice President and Creative Director of Gap Inc.
Kendall Jenner arrives for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York, on May 4, 2026.ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty Images
Inspired by the famous Winged Victory of Samothrace, a 2nd-century BC Greek sculpture in the Louvre, the 30-year-old model stunned in a cream-colored, floor-length gown made from tea-dyed liquid jersey, organza and satin-faced chiffon to imitate the statue's "wet drapery" effect.
Moreover, the look featured provocative faux nipple detailing, an unexpected twist that pushed the boundaries of red carpet fashion.
The socialite’s recent ensemble at the ceremony was not the first time that she captivated the crowd and the media with her bold fashion choices.
Kendall Jenner’s 2021 Met Gala Ranked Among ‘Best Looks of All Time’In 2021, the runway model also earned a spot on Harper’s Bazaar’s “Best Met Gala Dresses of All Time” list.
Now considered one of her most iconic looks, Kendall Jenner arrived wearing a custom creation by Matthew M. Williams for Givenchy.
Kendall Jenner arrives to the 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City.The "naked dress" was a tribute to Hollywood icon Audrey Hepburn from her film My Fair Lady.
“I love Audrey, so we really wanted to take a special moment of hers and make it our own,” the reality star told Vogue at the event. “And I feel like he did an amazing job. She wore Givenchy all the time.”
Her body-hugging mermaid silhouette showcased a fully embellished sheer design and a floor-grazing train, a modern take on Hepburn’s Givenchy gown as Eliza Doolittle.
The embellishments reportedly took over 2,500 hours of hand-beading to complete, brought to life by a team of 30 skilled artisans.
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Costco's Stylish Outdoor Side Table Looks Like Wood—but It's Built to Last for Years
Outdoor living continues to evolve as homeowners place more value on creating comfortable, functional spaces beyond their interior walls. Patios, decks, and backyard setups are no longer just seasonal features; they're becoming year-round extensions of the home. With this shift, demand for durable outdoor furniture that withstands changing weather conditions has grown significantly.
At the same time, sustainability is playing a larger role in purchasing decisions. More consumers are actively seeking eco-friendly materials that reduce environmental impact without sacrificing quality or style. This has led to an increase in outdoor furniture made from recycled, long-lasting materials, offering a balance between performance and environmental responsibility. Low-maintenance design is also a major priority, as people look for pieces that require minimal upkeep while still maintaining their appearance over time.
Leisure Line Adirondack Side Table by Tangent, $94.99 at CostcoCostco
One product gaining attention in this category is the Leisure Line Adirondack Side Table by Tangent, priced at $94.99. Designed to complement outdoor seating areas, this side table offers a practical surface for drinks, snacks or decorative accents while maintaining a clean, classic look.
Constructed with Tangent sustainable recycled plastic lumber, this table stands out for its environmentally conscious design. The use of recycled materials not only reduces waste but also contributes to a product that is built for long-term use. Unlike traditional wood furniture, this material is engineered to resist common outdoor wear and tear.
Weather resistance is one of its most appealing features. The table is guaranteed not to split, crack or warp, even when exposed to varying temperatures and moisture levels. This makes it a reliable choice for outdoor environments where durability is essential. Whether placed on a patio, by a pool, or in a garden setting, it maintains its structural integrity and appearance over time.
Ease of maintenance further adds to its value. The surface is simple to clean, requiring minimal effort to keep it looking fresh and presentable. For busy homeowners or those who prefer low-maintenance solutions, this is a key advantage.
Additionally, the product is backed by a 40-year limited warranty, which highlights its long-term durability and gives buyers added confidence in their investment. This level of assurance is especially important for outdoor furniture, where exposure to the elements can often lead to quicker wear.
For anyone looking to enhance their outdoor space with a practical, sustainable, and long-lasting addition, this Adirondack side table offers a well-rounded solution. It combines classic design with modern materials, making it a smart choice for creating a comfortable and resilient outdoor environment.
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Ted Danson, 78, Reveals Health Scare: 'Best Thing That Could Have Happened'
Ted Danson just revealed a recent health scare—and the Cheers and The Good Place star declared that it was the "best thing that could have happened."
On the May 6 episode of Where Everybody Knows Your Name podcast, Danson was interviewing Valerie Bertinelli when he shared the unexpected health update.
Ted Danson Revealed a Health Scare on His Podcast"The last thing that kind of hit me that was very liberating was I had a bit of a health scare," he shared. "I'm totally fine, but it was like, 'Oh, well, that's real.'"
Danson continued, "And it was humbling. And, 'Oh, mortality is uh it's the real deal, you know. It's not just a rumor. Ted Danson doesn't get a free pass. Love his work, but...' And I hadn't f--ked up in some way. So, I couldn't go, 'Oh, Ted.'"
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Although Danson didn't share what health issue he faced, he called the incident "very humbling" and "the best thing that could have happened to me."
"I'm doing some things differently," he shared, adding, "I am meditating now twice a day with Mary," of his wife, Mary Steenburgen.
Danson called meditation "the biggest gift of all," as it allows him to "be curious about other people." He explained, "You can listen, and you can be supportive, caring. You can witness them, and I do believe that that's the rest of my life is to be curious and listen. That's the best thing I can offer."
What Health Conditions Does Ted Danson Have?It's unclear what Danson's recent "medical scare" was. Previously, however, the Three Men and a Little Lady star opened up about his struggle with the autoimmune condition.
"Your self-confidence gets deflated,” he told KatieCouric.com in 2014, of the chronic skin condition. “I would make up these silly excuses not to do certain activities because I was embarrassed.”
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Sable Sorensen's Spicy Romantasy Sequel to 'Dire Bound' Is Here — And You Can Get Your First Look (Exclusive)
In February 2025, a new romantasy novel captured our hearts. It was the first in The Wolves of Ruin series, Dire Bound by Sable Sorensen. Now it’s time to continue the journey with Fury Bound.
The latest novel was released on May 5, 2026, and it was already clear it was needed with more than 60,000 pre-orders. It picks up where Dire Bound left off, with Meryn Cooper now the new wearer of the crown. However, while inheriting the crown, she has also found herself in charge of a deadly war, and her decisions can save or destroy the Kingdom of Nocturna.
Right now, the kindgom is struggling with the lies of the past, but Meryn wants to change all of that. Teamed with her bonded direwolf, Anassa, she plays the game of politics, trying to prove to her nobles that she is someone to trust.
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However, there’s more on the line, and this time, it’s something personal. Her sister, Saela, is at risk, and the only person Meryn can trust is the man she has always loathed, Stark Therion. If you love fantasy, romance, adventure, and animal bonds, you know the sequel is for you, but just in case you need a little more persuasion, we have an exclusive excerpt from the novel.
We open with Meryn and Anassa on the hunt for another rider and his direwolf. As we know about Anassa, she’s not one to back down from a fight, and she is able to take control of the fight quickly.
This also gives us the reminder of the bond between human and direwolf. This is more than just a connection built on love and trust. It’s one that is physical and emotional. They feel each other’s pain, which is what Meryn needs in the fight.
Check out the excerpt of Fury Bound:
Anassa darts in and snaps her teeth down on one of the spears, sending splinters flying as she shakes her snout. The rider wisely lets go but pulls out his sword.
I don’t think so.
I swing the Dire Blade toward him. Metal hits metal, and I grit my teeth as I press forward, forcing him back inch by inch.
Then Anassa clamps her jaws viciously and comes away with a chunk of fur between her teeth. There’s a hole where his wolf’s left ear was.
Blood showers us and the ground, the open wound pulsing. Vicious satisfaction lashes through Anassa.
The rider’s control of his sword wavers as his direwolf ’s pain slams into him. I slash in under his guard, scoring a long wound along his side.
He yells in agony and falls back, but another wolf and rider take his place just as quickly.
Izabel appears beside me, and we bear down on the enemy pair together. Our swords flash bright as we maneuver in, trying to land a blow.
The rider is a Daemos I recognize from the Trials, younger than me. His hands come up to throw a blast of Daemos power our way. Izabel and her wolf, Asteio, swerve to the side, escaping the brunt of it.
It hits me and Anassa full on, like a stone wall, harder than should be possible.
But weirdly, it also seems to rebound, as if the power had an equal reflection onto the wielder. It knocks the Daemos boy off his wolf, leaving him sprawling on the ground.
“What was that?” I ask my wolf, muscles screaming as I fight to stay on her back. I’ve never seen power falter in that way.
But we don’t have time to discuss it.
Another Daemos rider has circled around fast. He nearly sideswipes Izabel with his dagger. Then he jumps—onto Izabel’s wolf behind her.
I look for an opening. Anassa swings us around until we’re right next to Iza- bel and Asteio—and the Daemos attacker. I lean forward, but he’s too close for me to bring my sword in without injuring Iz. He’s wrapped an arm around her throat, and she can’t get purchase with her sword at that distance.
She coolly whips a dagger from a thigh sheath, even while gasping for breath, and buries it in his leg.
He screams and tips to the side. His weight carries them both to the ground.
I leap down next to them and slash wildly at the man. His neck erupts in a fountain of blood, and the fight goes out of his wolf. They crumple as the life drains from them both. Anassa growls in pleasure at my action, but I can’t feel the same, watching this beautiful creature give up. It’s a sheer waste.
Asteio leans in with a snarl and rips out the Daemos wolf’s throat, her silver- white muzzle drenched in red.
I pant and circle around to anticipate the next attack, but Nevah and Tomi- son and the rest of the Strategos Bonded have drawn the bulk of the melee away from us.
“Thanks,” Izabel wheezes, rubbing her bruised throat before remounting.
“You’d have had him in pieces in another minute or two,” I reply with a tight smile, trying to cover how much that freaked me out, watching Iz in such a vulnerable position.
Fury Bound comes from Sable Sorensen, the pen name of two fantasy authors, Eliza and Annie. They bring their love of fantasy to life, capturing the hearts and minds of readers as swiftly as Anessa gets her enemies. There are beautiful bound editions of both sets to buy, with sprayed edges and gorgeous artwork on the inside covers.
1971 Soft Rock Classic, Banned by Some Radio Stations, Became a No. 1 Hit
In 1971, a lighthearted soft rock song with an unforgettable melody became one of the year's biggest hits. But, not everyone embraced it.
"Brand New Key," performed by Melanie, climbed to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, turning the singer into an international star almost overnight.
Known for its playful lyrics and catchy chorus, the song tells the story of a girl trying to connect with someone who has "a brand new pair of roller skates" while she has "a brand new key." On the surface, the track sounded innocent and whimsical, blending folk-pop charm with a singalong quality that made it instantly memorable.
But, despite its upbeat tone, some listeners and radio programmers believed the lyrics contained hidden sexual meanings. That interpretation led several radio stations to ban the song entirely, arguing that its seemingly simple metaphors were too suggestive for airplay.
Melanie consistently denied those claims, insisting the song was meant to be playful and inspired by a sense of childlike innocence rather than innuendo. Still, the controversy only seemed to fuel public curiosity, helping the track gain even more attention.
"It had all kinds of meanings," Melanie told The Tennessean. "I'm gonna say, subconsciously, there could have been some sort of Freudian thing. I was just remembering roller skating and learning the apparatus."
Written by Melanie in what she later described as a spontaneous burst of inspiration, "Brand New Key" stood out from the heavier rock music dominating the early 1970s. Its stripped-down sound and quirky personality gave it a unique place on the charts, allowing it to connect with a broad audience.
"It just came into my head," the singer recalled. "I had one of those little practice guitars in the van with me and when my husband, who was a record producer, heard me singing, he said, 'What's that?' And I said, 'Oh, some silly song. I'm just playing around.' He said, 'No, no--do that part again!' And I did, and he said, 'Melanie, that's a hit!"
The song ultimately became Melanie's biggest hit and one of the defining soft rock tracks of the era.
More than 50 years later, "Brand New Key" remains a beloved classic, remembered not only for its catchy melody, but for the unexpected controversy that surrounded it on its way to becoming a No. 1 smash.
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1975 Hit, Originally Written by '60s Rock Band, Ranked Among Best ‘Classic Rock Songs’ of All Time
Long before it became a defining track of punk poet Patti Smith, “Gloria” had already lived another life.
The rock song was originally written by Van Morrison and recorded by his band Them in 1964. The tune received positive reviews and was successful upon its release, reaching No. 71 on the Billboard Hot 100. Two years later, the Shadows of Knight also recorded their own cover, which peaked at No. 10 on the charts.
Smith recorded "Gloria: In Excelsis Deo" for her 1975 debut studio album, Horses, reshaping the already iconic track by weaving in elements of her 1970 original poem "Oath." After recording and mixing the song, she and her band ultimately decided it should open the album.
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Since its release more than 50 years ago, "Gloria: In Excelsis Deo" has become a landmark of pop rock and is widely celebrated for merging poetry with rock music. Rolling Stone ranked the pieceNo. 97 on its 2024 list of the "500 Greatest Songs of All Time," and Collidernamed the song one of the "best classical rock songs" of all time.
Before the release of "Gloria," Smith's poem "Oath" was never published, but regularly performed by her at poetry slams in the early 1970s. The opening line, "Jesus died for somebody's sins, but not mine," serves as a reflection of her departure from her Jehovah's Witness upbringing. It has also been interpreted as a shift toward female empowerment and queer expression.
"My father taught us not to be a pawn in God’s game,” Smith told Interview Magazine in 1973. “He used to [blaspheme] and swear against God, putting him down. I got that side of me from him. The religious part, I guess, is from my mother, who is a complete religious fanatic."
Patti Smith sings with her band The Patti Smith Group at the club CBGB.Charlie Steiner - Highway 67/Getty Images
Emerging from the 1970s New York punk scene, Smith is known for blending rock with written literature, mostly noted on Horses. Before her music career, she was already an accomplished poet, publishing work and performing spoken-word pieces in various downtown Manhattan venues. Her writing career remained central to her identity, spanning memoirs such as Just Kids, which is about her relationship with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe and won the National Book Award. The 79-year-old artist is still writing – most recently, she released her third memoir, Bread of Angels, in November 2025.
Across decades, Smith has influenced generations of musicians and writers by merging poetry, performance, and rock into a single expressive form. Her work consistently explores themes of art, freedom, spirituality, and rebellion, solidifying her status as both a cultural icon and a bridge between literary and musical worlds.
"Gloria: In Excelsis Deo" and the rest of her musical discography can be streamed on Spotify.
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'Chicago Fire's Rob Morgan Says Answers Are Coming in Severide vs. Hopkins Feud (Exclusive)
Chicago Fire definitely shook up Firehouse 51 with the exit of Chief Pascal (Dermot Mulroney) and the addition of Chief Andre Hopkins (Rob Mogan). The new man in charge has brought tension to the crew that didn’t exist either under Chief Boden (Eamonn Walker) or Pascal.
But it’s his personal vendetta against Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) that is causing the most grief. And the interesting thing is, Hopkins’ grudge isn’t really against Kelly, but against his late father, Benny Severide (Treat Williams), who at some point got Hopkins suspended. The why has yet to be revealed. So, while Severide was out of town getting some training and awaiting the results of his captain’s promotion, Hopkins filed an official complaint against him, trying to not just prevent his promotion but also get him removed from the CFD and Firehouse 51.
There’s the old adage, “before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves." So when Parade had the opportunity to speak with Morgan, we had to ask if he felt that his plan to get rid of Severide could backfire on him.
“I don’t think the backfiring part was a part of his mindset,” Morgan says. “I think it was more about following the book, doing things to keep the city of Chicago safe, and also to keep the firehouse and the squad safe. So, I think he might have dug like a grave and a half. He didn’t dig two graves because it wasn’t about who it was specifically. But it happened to be Severide, and Severide’s name does have a legacy in the fire department, which could lend to nepotism, greased palms, things of that nature.”
Even as Morgan says that we know his grudge began with Benny, not Kelly, and he is acting on that, but he wouldn’t go into the why. He did share that on tonight’s episode, “a lot of that will be revealed.”
To viewers, especially fans of Severide, it is clear that Hopkins is being a hardass, but to Morgan, he interprets his character in a totally different way. He sees himself as a man who is going by the book, a man who wants to eliminate nepotism and playing favorites from the Chicago Fire Department.
“He’s a guy that’s just going by the book and wants to make everybody safe and get them home,” Morgan says. “What makes him a hardass? Doing his job makes him a hardass? Or is it that it’s America’s Next Top Model Taylor Kinney that you all just can’t stand to see put in a compromising position? Because Severide, yes, as great a firefighter as he is, he still is breaking code by having his wife on the shifts with him, which is against firehouse protocol, right?”
That said, why then isn’t Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo) also under investigation? She is as much at fault as Severide for breaking that protocol, even though it was approved by both Boden and Pascal. The mitigating factor is still Benny Severide, and, hopefully, we will find out more about that tonight and what happens going forward.
“There’s a lot of good stuff about the character Hopkins going on tonight to find out what the writers have in mind,” Morgan says. “But right now, I’m just showing up when they call me to do the job, excited. I love the group that is working there at Chicago Fire. I have a great camera department, great director department, great AD department, great grip department. We have a good time making the show. And I think that translates out there when you see the product.”
Chicago Fire airs Wednesday nights at 9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. Streams next day on Peacock.
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When Is the Last Episode of ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’?
The end is near for The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. In fact, the beginning of the end of the Stephen Colbert-led show kicked off on Tuesday, May 5, with guest former President Barack Obama, in what was his final appearance on the show.
After 33 years, the CBS late-night talk show will be no more before the end of the month. The news broke in July 2025 that CBS was canceling the show that Colbert has helmed for the past 11 years.
When Is the Final The Late Show With Stephen Colbert Episode?On Thursday, May 21, The Late Show With Stephen Colbert will air its last episode at 11:35/10:35c on CBS. A full list of guests for the final couple of weeks of the talk show has yet to be revealed.
However, the guests for the rest of this week include Colbert’s wife, Evie McGee Colbert,Sally Field, John Krasinski, andChris Stapleton.
Why Was The Late Show With Stephen Colbert Canceled?It’s no secret that Colbert did not choose to end his talk show. The host admitted he would have kept doing the show because he loved it and would have gone out on his own terms, years down the road.
However, CBS deemed the late-night talk show too expensive. Colbert’s cancellation came after he was very outspoken about his disdain for President Donald Trump. Former Late Show hostDavid Letterman put CBS in the blast, calling the network “lying weasels” for saying it was financial when it was clearly political.
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Although Colbert’s sad to see the show end, he isn’t angry, at least not right now. "When this is all over, I will probably have a different — or rather a fuller — perspective on all of this, but I don't really have time to be mad about anything right now,” he toldThe Hollywood Reporter.
CBS has revealed that Comics Unleashed With Byron Allen will take over the timeslot starting on Friday, May 22. The show is a half-hour comedy talk show hosted by Byron Allen, with John Cramer.
As for Colbert, he’s focused on his next project, which is aLord of the Rings film. The funnyman has signed on to write the film, which is based on the early chapters of The Fellowship of the Ring.
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert airs weeknights at 11:35/10:35 on CBS.
Beloved '60s Rock Icons Are Releasing Their First-Ever Vocal Duet This Friday
Paul McCartney, 83, will release his first-ever vocal duet with fellow Beatles bandmate Ringo Starr, 85, this Friday. The track, "Home To Us," arrives ahead of McCartney's upcoming solo album The Boys of Dungeon Lane, out May 29.
McCartney unveiled the news Tuesday evening at an Abbey Road Studios playback event for 50 fans.
A Beatles First, More Than 60 Years LaterMcCartney and Starr have played together since the early 1960s, when they joinedJohn Lennon and George Harrison in the band. Across six decades they have shared songwriting credits, drumming sessions, and stage time on each other's solo records. Until now, they had never recorded a vocal duet.
"So this song is done totally with Ringo in mind," McCartney said at the Abbey Road event. He told fans the track was built around the idea of returning to where they grew up.
Backing vocals on "Home To Us" come from Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders and Sharleen Spiteri of Texas. Producer Andrew Watt, who has recently worked with the Rolling Stones and Elton John, helmed the album.
A Liverpool Origin StoryMcCartney said the song reflects on where both men grew up. He came from Allerton; Starr was raised in the Dingle, a tougher working-class Liverpool neighborhood.
"In writing the song I'm talking about where we came from," McCartney said.
McCartney told fans he initially worried Starr did not care for the track because the drummer first sang only on the chorus. After a phone call, Starr returned to Watt's studio and added vocals across the full song.
"Home To Us" drops Friday, May 8. The Boys of Dungeon Lane follows on May 29.
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Skechers' 'Comfortable' Floral Sandals Are 'Perfect for Travel,' and They're Just $39 at Amazon
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If your summer shoe lineup needs something nicer than flip-flops but easier to wear than a dressy heel, Amazon has a deal worth checking out. Right now, the Skechers Brystol Beach Bliss Floral Platform Sandals are on sale for as low as $39, down from $60. They’re available in two colors: lavender and black, and come in sizes 5 to 11. The best deal is currently on the lavender version, though the black style follows closely behind at $45.
The sandals feature a dainty canvas floral eyelet upper with cutout detailing across the front strap and slingback strap. They also have a 3-inch wedge heel, a platform sole, a cushioned footbed, a pull-on design with a gore strap, and a flexible rubber traction outsole. The open-toe shape keeps them warm-weather-friendly, and they’re made from 100% vegan materials.
Skechers Brystol Beach Bliss Platform Sandals, From $39 (was $60) at Amazon Shop at AmazonThe platform wedge gives these a more dressed-up look, but the cushioned footbed keeps them from feeling too formal. They’d be especially ideal for travel since one pair could work with jeans, casual dresses, and nicer dinner outfits. The floral cutout design also offers enough detail so they don’t look too plain with a basic outfit.
One shopper said, “They are adorable. Very comfortable, very affordable, and very sturdy.” Another called them “supportive,” noting they’re “lightweight, comfortable, and fashionable.” A third reviewer mentioned they’re “perfect for travel.”
The lavender pair would look especially cute with white jeans, linen pants, a floral dress, or a simple tank and skirt. The black pair is easier to wear with darker dresses, wide-leg pants, or black shorts, making them dressy enough for dinner but still casual enough for daytime plans.
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‘Bewitched’ Star Erin Murphy Reveals What Happened Between Elizabeth Montgomery and Dick York After He Left the Show
Bewitched had a magical cast when it made its debut in 1964. Starring Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, Agnes Moorehead, and David White, the ABC fantasy sitcom followed newlywed couple Darrin and Samantha Stephens (York, Montgomery) as they navigated Samantha’s secret life as a suburban witch. By season two, mini witch Tabitha Stephens was born. The role was played by twins Erin and Diane Murphy starting in 1966.
Bewitched aired for eight seasons, until 1972, but York only appeared in five of them. In 1969, the actor quit the show amid ongoing serious medical issues, and Dick Sargent took his place, with no explanation about the character’s changed appearance.
During an appearance on Billy Corgan’sThe Magnificent Others podcast, Erin Murphy, now 61, revealed Montgomery’s relationship with York ended the day he stepped off the Bewitched set. “She never talked to Dick York after he left the set,” Murphy shared. “There are some lovely stories out there on social media about how she showed up when he was dying, and that no, he left the show and she never spoke to him again."
York, who suffered from a debilitating back injury that spawned an addiction to painkillers, once said he felt embarrassed that he left Bewitched early. “That was the worst day of my life because I thought I’d failed everybody," he recalled in an interview before his death in 1992, per People magazine. "It was the only thing I’d started that I didn’t finish. I didn’t finish that show, so I felt guilty, and I felt embarrassed, and I felt that I let everybody down.”
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Erin Murphy couldn’t understand how Montgomery stepped away from her longtime co-starsIn the sit-down with Corgan, Murphy explained that while she adored Montgomery and looked to her as a role model, the actress was all business and disconnected from the rest of the cast when the series ended. “She did a job and left the job, and that was it,” Murphy said.
“I saw her side where she wasn't necessarily as soft and kind as Samantha,” she added. “She was a businesswoman, and she was serious and definitely had that side. …I'm not saying things that are disparaging. … That part didn't hit me maybe until later. It's like the show ended, and you know we'd stay in touch with Christmas cards. And I was dear friends and still am with Elizabeth Montgomery and Bill Asher's kids. So I stayed in touch with her through her children. …. She was the mom of my friends.”
Murphy previously said that she was close to both of her Darrin dads. In a 2025 interview with People, she shared that York was “like a dad” to her on and off camera. “Dick York was a dad, and he had a lot of kids, and he was just more paternal,” she said of the late actor. “So he was more like a dad."
"Dick Sargent was a great guy, and we were in touch up until he passed away,” Murphy added of her second TV dad, who died in 1994.