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James Burrows, Cheers co-creator and Will & Grace director, has died at the age of 85.

Burrows' family confirmed his death in a statement to People, which read, "We celebrate the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of James 'Jimmy' Burrows, who passed away peacefully today surrounded by his loving family."

"For more than five decades, Burrows was one of the most influential and beloved directors in television history," the statement continued. "As a legendary director, mentor, and creative force, he helped shape generations of comedy and brought immeasurable joy to audiences around the world."

Burrows' decades-long television career began when he directed four episodes of The Mary Tyler Moore Show between 1974 and 1976. He went on to direct more than 70 episodes of Taxi, which was produced by brothers Glen and Les Charles, former Mary Tyler Moore employees.

Burrows won his first two Emmy Awards for his work on Taxi. Seeking greater creative control over their next project, the trio went on to co-create Cheers in 1982. Burrows ultimately directed all but 35 of the show's 275 episodes during its 11-season run from 1982 to 1993, earning six Emmy Awards for the series.

Burrows directed over 50 television pilots throughout his career, and also directed every episode of Will & Grace during its original run. He's also known for working on iconic shows like Frasier, Friends, and 3rd Rock from the Sun, and in 2006, he was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame.

"But beyond his remarkable achievements, Burrows will be remembered for something even greater: his kindness, generosity, and unwavering belief in the people around him," the statement continued. "He possessed a rare ability to make everyone better and was known for remembering every person he met by name, making colleagues at every level feel seen, valued, and appreciated."

"Burrows understood that great comedy was never simply about laughter. It was about humanity, connection, and truth. That understanding became the foundation of a career that forever changed television," his family added. "His influence will continue to be felt for generations through the countless artists he inspired, the stories he helped tell, and the millions of people whose lives were brightened by his work."

The statement concluded, "Above all else, Burrows was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his beloved wife, Debbie, his four daughters, and his seven grandchildren. He will be profoundly missed and forever remembered. Our thoughts are with Debbie, his children and grandchildren, his family, friends, collaborators, and all those whose lives he touched. May his memory be a blessing."

Burrows married Linda Solomon in 1981. The pair share three daughters and divorced in 1993. In 1997, he married Debbie Easton and became a stepfather to her daughter from a previous relationship.

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Sundresses are so perfect to wear during the summertime. Not only are they comfortable during hot weather, but sundresses are also super stylish. Not only that, sundresses are one of those no-brainer outfits. They're a breeze to throw on and still feel pulled together—no overthinking required. If you're in the market for a new one this summer, this option from Old Navy is too cute. Even better, it retails for just $24.99 right now, marked down by 50 percent.

Old Navy's Jersey Knit Drop-Waist Midi Dress is flattering, comfortable and versatile. Available in either black or forest green, this dress is midi-length and features a pretty scoop neckline with thick tank-top sleeves. It has a flouncy skirt that looks super breezy and chic. From there, it has a drop-waist design that is so sophisticated. That said, this midi dress can be dressed either up or down, making it a super great option to add to your wardrobe this summer.

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"Classy and comfortable," wrote one fan in a five-star review on OldNavy.com. "This is such a beautiful dress. I feel so classy and pretty wearing it. It's well made and I definitely recommend it if you want a classic dress you can style in so many ways."

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You can find this pretty and comfy midi dress on OldNavy.com or in select Old Navy stores. Make sure to grab it quickly if you like it; it's a bestseller and likely to fly off the shelves.

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It's a normal Friday afternoon in Rhode Island—unless you're a Taylor Swift fan.

Rumors are swirling that Swift's upcoming wedding to Travis Kelce is just around the corner, and some recent events at her home in Watch Hill have fans wondering if pre-wedding celebrations could already be underway.

Shortly after TMZ reported that a large white tent was set up not too far from Swift's waterfront abode, Parade's insider was able to scope out the property and report back on what was happening.

The scene around Swift’s home was quiet, but there were signs that security remains heightened. Our insider noted that many of the shades in the home are drawn—which could be due to the heat—and while there wasn't any sort of activity outside, there were two security guards walking the property. One male security guard was standing in the driveway and a female security guard was seen in the pool area.

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While reports indicate that Swift and Kelce will have their wedding celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, some fans are convinced that some pre-wedding festivities—perhaps a bachelorette party—will be taking place at Swift's Rhode Island home. On June 18, photos showed Swift's longtime friend, Abigail Berard, on the balcony of the home, which kicked rumors into high gear.

Swift bought the 12,000-square-foot property—known as "Holiday House"—in 2013 for $17.75 million. Over the years, she's made plenty of memories at the home, especially over Fourth of July weekend.

"I got the house when I was in my early 20s as a place for my family to congregate and be together," Swift told Entertainment Weekly in 2020.

As for whether or not Swift and Kelce plan on tying the knot in Rhode Island, that doesn't appear to be the case. According to TMZ, the couple has not obtained a marriage license in the Ocean State.

Swift and Kelce have been dating since 2023. The couple announced their engagement in August 2025.

"Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married," Swift captioned a joint Instagram post at the time.

Disney and Pixar's Toy Story 5 hit theaters today, June 19, and fans have one big question before the lights come up: should you stay through the credits? The short answer is yes. The sequel includes two bonus scenes, so don't bolt for the exit when the credits start to roll.

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Here is what to expect, with mild spoilers ahead.

How Many?

Toy Story 5 has two extra scenes: a mid-credits scene and a shorter post-credits tag, according to sources that caught early screenings. The first plays partway through the credits, and the second arrives after the credits finish completely. In other words, stay all the way to the end.

Related: Disney’s ‘Toy Story 5’ Teams up With Yogurtland for a Sweet Treat Before Film’s Release

What Happens? (Mild Spoilers)

The mid-credits scene opens on a school playground during recess, where the movie's army of high-tech Buzz Lightyear drones drifts down from the sky, each one landing in the arms of a waiting kid. It caps off the Buzz storyline that drives much of the film.

The post-credits tag is lighter. Bonnie's toys reunite for a short, catchy friendship rap, a sweet final wink before the house lights come up. Taylor Swift also has a new song featured with the film, adding to its playlist of fresh music.

In the film, Woody and Buzz Lightyear team up against Lilypad, a high-tech villain threatening playtime. Toy Story 5 is in theaters now, and the reviews are strong: the sequel landed a Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the latest hit in Pixar's long run. Settle in and stay through every last frame.

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Drew Barrymore is still trying to make dating fun, but one suggestion from Sunny Andersonwas a hard no.

During a "Drew's News" segment on The Drew Barrymore Show, Barrymore, Anderson, and Ross Mathews discussed dating and whether people are forgetting that it is supposed to be enjoyable.

"Can everybody remember that dating is supposed to be fun?” Matthews said.

Barrymore had a quick response.

"Can you tell the men I go on dates with that?," she asked.

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Barrymore said the men she has dated seem to have "lost the memo" about dating being a good time.

"I must be on, like, datefrompsychos.com," she joked. "I'm not kidding."

Sunny Anderson Suggested Younger Men

That is when Anderson offered a different idea.

"Young ones, Drew," Anderson said. "We talk about this a lot, but like, have you tried, like, the 20-something?"

"No. I'm totally grossed out by that," Barrymore said.

She then explained why the idea does not work for her now.

"I have children, and it seems wrong now," she said.

Anderson said she had tried dating men in their 20s and had a very different reaction.

"I have tried the 20-somethings, and it was fabulous," Anderson said.

Barrymore still was not convinced.

The actress and talk show host shares two daughters, Olive and Frankie, with ex-husband Will Kopelman.

Related: Drew Barrymore Channels the '80s With Boombox Dance Party

Barrymore Has Been Open About Dating

Barrymore has talked about dating many times on her daytime show.

She has been candid about being single, trying dating apps and figuring out what feels right at this stage of her life.

This exchange was lighter, but it still made her boundaries very clear.

Barrymore may want dating to feel fun again.

She just does not want that fun to involve men in their 20s.

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Old legends die hard in The Death of Robin Hood, A24's latest and greatest foray into the historical thriller genre. Resurrecting the Robin Hood myth for an entirely new generation, director Michael Sarnoski manages to rebuild the centuries-old character from the ground up – namely by throwing everything viewers thought they knew about the folkloric hero right out the window.

Set in the dark and dreary years of the Middle Ages, The Death of Robin Hood follows an older and far more grizzled version of Robin Hood (Hugh Jackman) near the end of his life. Far from the romantic defender of the meek he's portrayed as in legend, Jackman's Robin has instead spent his life murdering and thieving out of pure amusement, forcing him to reflect on the morality of his many horrendous crimes.

Starring Jackman, Jodie Comer, Murray Bartlett, Noah Jupe and Bill Skarsgård, The Death of Robin Hood has already received an altogether warm response from critics, with many praising the film's lead performance as well as its emotional resonance.

As it makes its way to theaters on June 19, we had a chance to speak with director Michael Sarnoski to discuss The Death of Robin Hood and the movie's realistic treatment of the titular character.

What was your formal introduction to Robin Hood like? Did you grow up reading the stories, was there a particular adaptation that you saw earlier on that really captured your imagination?

I think like a lot of people in my generation, Costner and Disney were sort of my earliest introductions to Robin. Those were sort of these defining movies for me. I had all the toys and loved all that – I had the Costner treehouse toy set, which I loved, from Prince of Thieves. But [the Disney version] was my favorite Disney movie growing up, so that was a big introduction. 

And then when I was around 10, I got a book of the old stories of Robin Hood. And that was when I became familiar with the full lore of the character, and that was when I first read the death of Robin Hood story, which this is based on. So that was when it kind of went from, “Oh, I'm familiar with the movies and that folkloric character in the more general mainstream sense” to “Oh, I'm really into the lore here.”

And then I think I just loved that character for the rest of my life, and the death of Robin Hood was always that one story that kind of stuck out at me and I was really fascinated by and I wanted to explore more deeply. It's weirdly one of the ones that isn't explored that often, so something about it really appealed to me.

What was it exactly that made that story so appealing for you?

I think what it was about the death of Robin Hood story was how shockingly quiet. You know, you're familiar with the character and he's this adventurer and you think of him in all of these ways, and even reading the book that I had it was like, "Oh, here are all of the the fun adventures that you're familiar with," and then you get to this final story and it's like weirdly quiet and simple and human. And I think it was that that just kind of stuck with me. You're like "Wait a minute, he's this man of action who never dies and suddenly he's just like slowly wasting away in this in this bed."

And there was something about that that just confused me as a kid. It was weird to think of this heroic figure as dying such like a quiet, simple, human death. But then it also just kind of fascinated me, and I wanted to understand the intimacy of that act even more. There was something about that relationship between Robin and the Prioress (Comer) that seemed really interesting and and the story didn't really dive into it deeply. And it became wanting to think about that, like what would that actually be like as a human being, to explore such a strange, simple death.

One of the many great things about this film is how approachable it is for viewers who might have no idea who Robin Hood is, but also the numerous references you weave into some of the character’s more famous stories. How much research went into creating the central narrative for the film? Did you find yourself revisiting previous iterations of the character in preparation for the movie?

 I mostly went back and looked at the original ballads. There were these five original ballads that pretty much all of our Robin lore comes from. They were the earliest written stories of him, and even those were like 300 years after, theoretically, he would have existed.

But I looked back to those early [stories] to think about, "If he were real, maybe these would be the closest to the sort of reality of that person." And all this was about trying to find the humanity and trying to think, "Okay, what might he have actually been like?"

How do you see this version of Robin Hood compared to previous versions as played by Errol Flynn, Sean Connery and so many others?

In a lot of ways, it doesn't have like the levity of that character, like he's not having feasts in the woods with with his Merry Men. It definitely leans into the more realistic brutality and violence of that time period. This is a version that, if he really did exist as this medieval outlaw bandit, this is maybe closer to what that might have actually looked like and who those stories are based on might have been like.

But yeah, I'd say it's more brutal, darker, and it still deals with the sort of folklore and mythology of the character, but much more in a way that that [folklore] is haunting the character himself. This is something he's grappling with, his own folklore. So the characters are kind of aware of that fictional idea of Robin. But if anything, it's almost like a curse for our Robin, who knows that that really wasn't his story.

What drew you to Hugh Jackman for the role of Robin Hood?What did you think he could bring to the role that no other actor could bring?

I knew that he could handle the action, aggression side of it. But what really struck me the first time I met with him was [how] very intelligent, curious [a person he is]. He really is interested in understanding what makes the people around him tick in a very warm, supportive way. But I knew that this character needed to have a sly sort of cunning where they could see through lies.

And so I was really impressed that he was able to bring his benevolent curiosity to this character and turn it into this kind of very manipulative, sharp, aggressive curiosity, among so many other things. He has so much deep warmth to him as a human being that in those moments when that warmth finally comes out for Robin, you feel like it really comes from a human place. There's so much that he was able to bring, but I think that curiosity and intelligence was a big thing for me.

It was interesting to hear that the movie was made almost entirely in Belfast. What was about that area that was so integral the film?

This was a smaller budget movie we shot this in 30 days, and we kind of needed a place that could give us all of the locations that we needed, but within a responsible radius. So Belfast was great because within an hour of Belfast, you could have these barren moor mountains; you could have the north coast; you have forests, old churches and castles. And it just had the wide variety of bleak but beautiful landscapes that we needed, but also in an accessible way. And then the other amazing thing was that it has this crew that came up on Game of Thrones, and they really like medieval, actiony kind of darkness, which is really their bread and butter and they like understand how to accomplish that. They were just lovely and it was so much fun to work with them.

It’s refreshing to see an indie director transition from a more intimate film like Pig to a mainstream Blockbuster like A Quiet Place: Day One, only to once again return to indie filmmaking with this project. What attracted you to the idea of returning to smaller scale filmmaking over, say, a big budget blockbuster?

I'm a little bit budget agnostic where I just want to make movies that speak to me and that I'm excited about on a deep level, and I want to make them for the responsible amount. So I'm not against doing another studio movie. I just want to do movies that I care about and I want to make them right way.

I think there was an element of this reaction to doing my first studio movie with Quiet Place and seeing some of the stuff that gets added into that process through the sort of more corporate side of making a movie that's kind of exhausting and frustrating. And [that] isn't what you do it for. And that can be a little heavy and a little tiring. So there was definitely this element of wanting to get back to that summer camp feeling of making an indie film together. And I was curious to see if I could sort of do that, all the while still havving that scale that I had learned on a more studio movie. So there was definitely an intentional side of wanting to strip away some of the bullsh*t and get back to that essence.

But then also, you know, this is like a grown-up, slow, weird Robin Hood that's not going to be for everyone. And I wanted to do it for a small enough budget that that was okay. We can't have cool, weird stuff that isn't for everyone if you make every movie for like $100 million. So [if you] make it as an indie movie you care about and love, then it doesn't have to earn $200 million in the box office to justify itself. So it was a little bit of an experiment in that, too.

It seems like it's like every new project you've tackled has been radically different from one another, whether it's an original story like Pig, a Robin Hood adaptation or your upcoming adaptation of Death Strandingfor A24. How exactly do you manage tojuggle all these wildly unique projects so well?

I want to make sure that everything I'm doing is something I deeply care about, challenges me and excites me. I like doing a movie where I'm like, "Oof, this could be a tricky one to pull off." Like a video game adaptation? Like, "Oh, that could go wrong." A Robin Hood movie? "That could go wrong; we've had a lot of Robin hood movies." A horror movie about someone who's not trying to live?

I like stacking the deck against myself a little bit and playing in challenging waters because I think that's where you get to come up with the fun stuff that, if you're just doing what you know and know how to do and it comes easily, that's going to be kind of boring from an artistic standpoint, and I would expect for the audience [as well]. I don't just want to crank out stuff that is exactly what people expect.

The Death of Robin Hood is in theaters nationwide starting June 19.

Joan Cusack is a legendary actress known for projects like Working Girl and Say Anything. But after stepping away from Hollywood for several years, the star is opening up about what she's been doing in the meantime.

Cusack, 63, was an '80s staple who appeared in films like Sixteen Candles and Broadcast News. Her reign continued in the '90, with films like In & Out and Cradle Will Rock. But after starring in School of Rock in 2003, Cusack decided to step back from her acting career to raise her children.

"I wanted to be around and raise my kids, and if you’re acting, you always have to go away to work. [It’s] three months of your life here and there. When I was doing School of Rock, my son was around seven months old, and I remember him in the hotel room, crawling for the first time toward a banana," Cusack told the New York Times in a new feature.

Looking to find a creative pursuit but still be with her children, she opened a gift shop in Chicago named Judy Maxwell Home. The name was inspired by a character in the 1972 Barbra Streisand comedy, What’s Up, Doc?

"I was trying to find something creative to do and still be at home. I wasn’t a big shopper, but I’d been on lots of really interesting sets, and so I thought, if I could make it easy and around the corner, what would be fun things to sell?" Cusack shared. "It’s been a low-pressure way to be creative, and to have people come into the shop and laugh. Most everything in the store is funny!"

If you need a quick refresher of Cusack's time in classic '80s films, check out one of her famous lines in Working Girl.

Her First Red Carpet Appearance in 11 Years

While Cusack isn't acting full-time, she still has an active role in the Toy Story films. She voices Jessie, the feisty cowgirl doll, and returns to the role in the new Toy Story 5. At the film's premiere earlier this month, Cusack walked the red carpet for the first time in 11 years alongside her family.

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If you're an avid book collector, but don't have nowhere to put all of your glorious finds, don't stress. That's because Walmart has you covered with amazing home options that will put your favorite titles on display. The retailer offers unbeatable deals on bookcases, like on this $38 lighted tree bookcase, that you can't find anywhere else. Now, we're adding the Homfa 7-Tier Tall Bookcase to our online cart, while it's just over 31% off. 

The bookcase initially cost $140, but has been reduced to just $95 during a limited-time flash deal. The furniture is being sold in five colors: white, black, blue, green, and beige. You can purchase the bookcase as a standalone piece or as a set of two, which is still on sale and marked at $190. The bookcase is 82 inches tall, 23.6 inches wide, and 9.3 inches long. The order comes with an assembly kit and instructions so you can set it up easily.

Homfa 7-Tier Tall Bookcase, $95 (was $140) at Walmart

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According to shoppers, the instructions were "easy to follow" because they're "remarkably straightforward, so putting it together only took around 30 minutes. The bookcase is made of manufactured wood and metal, so it's scratch-resistant and easy to maintain (all you have to do is wipe it down with soft wet cloth). The design features seven shelves that can each hold up to 25 pounds individually, so, overall, the bookcase can hold up to 175 pounds.

Aside from books, the piece can be used for office products, records, bathroom items, and much more.  Shoppers described the tall bookcase as "perfect," "exceptional," "fantastic," "sturdy," and "stylish." Another reviewer wrote that the finish is "beautiful" and the size of it is ideal for small spaces that need extra storage. Other customers even upgraded the look by painting it a different color or added gold trim to the edges. 

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Shoppers particularly like the match set because it offers more cohesive vertical space, so you can place the duo next to each other or on opposite ends of the room. "I love how sharp and clean it looks with all my books displayed," another reviewer said. "It won't tip over, as it anchors to the wall." Therefore, as long as you abide by the weight limits, the bookcase doesn't need any reinforcement. 

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Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong and Will Friedle have given Boy Meets World a new life in the 2020s. In 2021, the three stars of the hit TGIF sitcom kicked off Pod Meets World, their own rewatch series breaking down every episode. And, considering how much the trio had been out of the public eye since the series wrapped in 2000, it's safe to say they were quite surprised by the reception.

"We didn't feel that we were popular when we were on the air," Friedle tells Parade in an exclusive interview. "I always called it the Wings of TGIF. We always felt like the show that just kind of kept going. So we didn't realize we were all that popular. And I think when we started to do the podcast, one of the things that was startling to me was everyone coming out with, 'This was my show of my childhood. This was the thing that was so important to me. And so it wasn't till 30 years later that I think we all realized just how special the show was to a lot of people."

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In recent years, Pod Meets World has become its own media empire, spawning a number of spinoff podcasts hosted by some combination of Fishel, Strong and Friedle. The three went on the road in 2025 for Boy Meets World's 25th anniversary, with events from the tour, as well as various interviews about the podcast, being depicted in the film Doc Meets World (which had its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival). And, later this year, they'll put out Book Meets World, which they describe as both a "CliffNotes" version of what's been talking about on the podcast, plus cast and crew interviews and exclusive deep dives that never made the air.

Certainly, Pod Meets World and its affiliated pieces of media have brought this show back into the discourse, even a quarter-century off the air. But, technically, it wasn't the first time we were getting to talk about Topanga, Shawn and Eric in the 21st century. Because, back in 2014, we were introduced to Girl Meets World, a new spinoff focusing on the lives of Cory, Topanga and their children living in New York City. While the three-season series focused primarily on the Matthews family, many BMW actors made cameo appearances, including Strong and Friedle. Shockingly, however, that was not always a given, considering how they found out about the sequel series in the first place.

"We didn't get the call," Strong reveals. "We found out about it in the press."

"Nobody told us," Friedle agrees.

"It wasn't a great experience finding out about Girl Meets World at that time," Strong says. "It was not fun."

Related: 'Boy Meets World’ Stars Give Rare Insight into Major Fall Out with Former Co-Star: ‘I Haven’t Given Up On My Friend’

Eventually, series creator Michael Jacobs (who also served as creator and showrunner for Boy Meets World) asked both men to come on and reprise their star-making roles. And, seemingly, both of them only agreed to appear as Shawn and Eric again under very specific circumstances that existed quite literally behind the camera.

"For me, it was just an opportunity to direct again, and really take that seriously in that part of my creative life," says Strong. "I was not excited to act."

"I wasn't either," adds Friedle. "And the only reason I went on is because the deal was, if I did a few episodes, I could write an episode."

Of course, Fishel was told about Girl Meets World ahead of time, given how central Topanga would be to the show proper. But she was far from a guaranteed lock as well, given what was going on in her life at the time Jacobs approached her.

"I had just literally the same week been accepted to Chapman University to get my master's degree," she recalls. "I was going to school to be a marriage and family therapist. And so I remember getting that call and hearing the pitch and also being told, 'This is still really early.' I think it was much further along than I was led to believe.

"But I remember just being like, 'Okay, wait, I need to wrap my brain around this.' And then I went through all of the logical questions. Are we old enough to have a teen daughter? How would that have worked? It's only 2013. But, if we had a kid right after the show ended, we could have a 12-year-old."

Related: Why Rider Strong Took Back Saying ‘Never’ to ‘Boy Meets World’ Spin-Off

Despite all the changes happening in her life (and a bit of mental math she had to do to make it make sense), Fishel ultimately decided to sign on.

"There was no doubt in my mind [that] this kind of opportunity doesn't come around again," she says. "I get to go back and visit Topanga. And I knew that Chapman University was going to still be standing if I said yes to this, and I could always go back and do that."

It should be noted, at the time of this article's publication, Fishel has yet to go back to school, as Girl Meets World allowed her to get back into Hollywood again both as an actress and director. And the series helped shine a spotlight on its young stars in Sabrina Carpenter and Rowan Blanchard, who would obviously go on to have incredible careers in their own right. Despite that, however, having taken the better part of five years relitigating the original series, Strong has a bit of a hot take about its sequel.

"I feel like, in retrospect, Girl Meets World happened a little too early," he admits. "I think, if that show was pitched to us now, we would be like, 'Oh my gosh, we would love to be involved.' But at the time, in our 30s, I think it was just not right. We didn't have enough distance."

Related: 'Boy Meets World' Stars Reveal What Their Characters Would Be Doing Now (Exclusive)

Dylan Dreyerand Brian Baumgartner are still laughing about one ski trip moment that did not go as planned.

Baumgartner, best known for playing Kevin Malone on The Office, recently appeared on Dreyer's The Parent Chat, where the two longtime friends looked back on a family vacation that ended with Dreyer's son Oliver in tears.

Brian Baumgartner Was Trying to Get the Kids Moving

Baumgartner said the moment happened during a ski trip with his family and Dreyer's family.

"This is me, alone, with five children," he said, according to TV Insider, referring to his two daughters and Dreyer's three sons.

He said he was trying to get everyone ready for ski school, which meant dealing with gloves, boots and all the usual cold-weather chaos.

The first day had been rough, with the group walking through a snowy parking lot while running late.

So the next morning, Baumgartner wanted everyone moving sooner.

Dylan Dreyer Said Oliver Was Not Ready Kate Flannery as Meredith Palmer, Steve Carell as Michael Scott, Brian Baumgartner as Kevin Malone in an episode of 'The Office.'

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Dreyer said her son Oliver, who was 5 at the time, was still trying to enjoy breakfast.

"Oliver loves breakfast," she said.

Baumgartner was trying to hurry everyone along.

"Guys, let's go!" he recalled saying. "We've gotta go!"

Dreyer said that was when she noticed Oliver starting to fall apart.

"His cheeks are shaking, and his eyes are welling up with tears," she said.

Then she asked him what happened.

"I said, 'Did Brian yell at you?'" Dreyer recalled. "And the waterworks just came out."

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Baumgartner Said He Was Not Actually Yelling

Baumgartner defended himself, saying he was not yelling in anger.

Dreyer seemed to understand the difference, but pointed out that his voice can sound intense to a child.

"When a 5-year-old doesn't realize you're kidding, it's terrifying," she said.

Baumgartner joked that Oliver needed to "buck up" and said he would talk to him the next time he saw him.

"The first thing when I see him, I'm gonna yell, 'Ollie, come here!'" he joked.

The ski school incident has clearly become one of those stories that gets retold.

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Thirty years ago today, Disney took its biggest creative risk in years and unveiled it inside a football stadium.

On June 19, 1996, The Hunchback of Notre Dame premiered before a crowd at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, two days before it reached theaters nationwide. Three decades later, it remains one of the studio's most daring and most debated animated films.

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Disney's Darkest Swing

Based on Victor Hugo's 1831 novel, the film followed Quasimodo, the bell-ringer of Notre Dame, voiced by Tom Hulce, alongside Demi Moore as the kindhearted Esmeralda and Tony Jay as the villainous judge Claude Frollo. Directed by Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise, the team behind Beauty and the Beast, it wrapped heavy themes of persecution, faith and obsession inside a G-rated cartoon that one of its screenwriters later called "the most R-rated G you will ever see."Alan Menken's score, including the brooding "Hellfire" and the soaring "Out There," gave the movie a near-operatic weight few Disney films had attempted.

Why It Still Sparks Debate

The film grossed more than $325 million worldwide, a strong run, though it landed below the era's The Lion King and Aladdin peaks. Its reputation has only grown since. In a study published by Parade earlier this year, Frollo was ranked Disney's most evil villain, a nod to just how unsettling the animated classic dared to be. Disney announced a live-action remake back in 2019, with Josh Gad producing and David Henry Hwang writing, but the project has stalled in development, reportedly because of its dark tone.

For now, the 1996 original remains the definitive version, still streaming on Disney+ and still introducing new viewers to Quasimodo. Thirty years on, his story hasn't aged a day.

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Whether it's your home, office, car or garage, creative storage solutions are always a lifesaver. And if you know where to shop, it doesn't have to cost a fortune to turn a cluttered space into a seamless setup that keeps essentials organized and within reach.

Take Target, for example. The popular retail giant never skips a beat in its ongoing lineup of everyday essentials, many of which are affordable and multipurpose. Our favorite new pick to hit shelves? The multifunctional Brightroom 3 Shelf Metal Storage Cart. Retailing for just $24, this chic, mobile storage cart is a must-have for anyone looking to bring easy, streamlined organization to their space.

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With a sub-$25 price tag and a sleek, multi-use design, it's hard to argue with the Brightroom 3 Shelf Metal Storage Cart's versatile appeal. Sold in all-white with convenient design details to match, this three-tier home and office staple offers a wide range of storage options wherever you need them.

Complete with caster wheels that make it easy to move from room to room, the cart is constructed entirely of metal, giving it a sturdy frame that can handle everything from potted plants and picture frames to office supplies, toiletries and prized possessions. Its three shelves also provide roughly 12 inches of space between each, giving you plenty of flexibility to keep everything on hand and within reach at all times.

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Designed to match just about any existing home decor theme, this handy cart truly outperforms its suggested use with a footprint that won't overcrowd your space. It measures 31.9 inches tall, 12.6 inches wide and 11.8 inches deep, allowing it to be used out in the open or tucked into tight corners. Position it next to your desk as a home for files, extra supplies and personal effects or use it as a compact bookshelf for your favorite reads, a couple of plants and family photos.

But the possibilities don't stop there; you're really only limited by your creativity when it comes to unlocking this cart's true potential. In the kitchen, it can serve as a mini coffee bar; in the garage, it can hold a variety of tools while you work on the car. Add a couple of baskets to the shelves, and suddenly it’s also capable of corralling everything from pantry staples and cleaning supplies to craft materials, beauty products and more.

While it's a new arrival that has yet to get attention online, this stylish and versatile cart is likely to become a hot-ticket find once word spreads. Don't miss your chance to snag it before everyone else, and while you're there, keep an eye out for Target's Mini Rattan and Pleated Table Lamp or this modern, minimalist Dimensional Wall Art.

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Cancer is a complicated condition that can be caused by a number of factors. But recent research suggests that four in 10 cancer cases around the world are preventable, giving people more control over their future health than they realize. 

While some preventable factors are more obvious, like smoking and drinking high levels of alcohol, others are more surprising. There’s one food in particular that’s been flagged by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a carcinogen, and healthcare providers who work with cancer patients say they’re wary of eating this food themselves.

“Diet can create an environment in the body that is either pro-inflammatory and pro-carcinogenic or anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic,” Dr. Ketan Thanki, MD, colorectal surgeon with the MemorialCare Todd Cancer Institute at Long Beach Medical Center in Long Beach, CA, tells Parade. As a result, what you eat can either lower or raise your cancer risk. 

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This particular food “is one of the clearest examples where less, or even avoidance, is better for cancer prevention,” says Dr. Tracy Crane, PhD, RDN, director of lifestyle medicine, prevention and digital health at University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Experts say eating this food very rarely is unlikely to lead to cancer, but it’s something that shouldn’t be a regular part of your diet. Here’s why. 

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This Is What Oncology Experts Never Eat

It’s processed meat. “The World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified processed red meat as a Group 1 carcinogen, placing it in the same category as tobacco smoking and asbestos,” says Dr. Steven Lee-Kong, MD, chief of colorectal surgery at Hackensack University Medical Center. “This classification means there is ‘sufficient evidence’ that consuming processed meat causes cancer in humans, specifically colorectal cancer.”

Dr. Wesley Talcott, MD, a radiation oncologist at Northwell’s Lenox Hill Hospital, stresses the importance of understanding what this designation means. “This means that data has demonstrated in a convincing way that these products—and the chemicals used or generated in processing these products— promote cancer formation in the digestive tract,” he explains. (However, he notes that the exact amount of processed meat you'd need to eat to develop cancer is uncertain.)

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Nitrates and nitrites, which are used as preservatives, can form N-nitroso compounds in the gut, Dr. Lee-Kong says, adding, “These compounds can damage the cells that line the bowel, which can lead to the development of cancer."

As a result, “I generally avoid them,” says Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, MD, oncologist and author of Eat Your Ice Cream.

What To Do When It Comes To Processed Meats

It’s best to avoid processed meats as much as possible, according to experts. But if you really enjoy processed meats like bacon or deli meat, Dr. Crane recommends having them as an “occasional food” rather than something you routinely have at meals. “A hot dog once in a while at a ballgame is different from bacon or deli meat every day,” she says.

Still, “for individuals interested in minimizing cancer risk, cutting out or minimizing consumption of processed meats is a good decision,” Dr. Talcott explains, and Dr. Lee-Kong agrees, adding, “Think of them as a rare treat, not a daily staple."

Related: Oncologists Are Begging People To Throw Out This Common Kitchen Item

These Are Healthier Alternatives, According to Experts

If you’re focused on protein, Dr. Thanki suggests having poultry, fish or seafood, legumes, eggs and dairy products. “For similar convenience as picking up a pack of pepperoni, try hummus, nut butters, canned fish or home-baked turkey,” he says. 

Overall, Dr. Crane recommends centering your diet around plants, fiber and minimally processed proteins. “That is the dietary pattern most consistent with cancer prevention and overall metabolic health,” she shares. 

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Sources:

• Dr. Steven Lee-Kong, MD, chief of colorectal surgery at Hackensack University Medical Center
• Dr. Ketan Thanki, MD, colorectal surgeon with the MemorialCare Todd Cancer Institute at Long Beach Medical Center in Long Beach, CA
• Dr. Tracy Crane, PhD, RDN, director of lifestyle medicine, prevention and digital health at University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
• Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, MD, oncologist and author of Eat Your Ice Cream
• Dr. Wesley Talcott, MD, a radiation oncologist at Northwell’s Lenox Hill Hospital
• Fink, H., et al. Global and Regional Cancer Burden Attributable to Modifiable Risk Factors to Inform Prevention. Nature Medicine. February 3, 2026

The Black Keys have announced a unique and exciting partnership amid their ongoing tour.

In celebration of their latest album, Peaches!, which was released on May 1, the 2000s rock duo have unveiled a fun one-of-a-kind fan experience at select cities as part of their much-anticipated Peaches 'N Kream Tour.

They've teamed up with The Peach Truck, which will roll into town ahead of each stop on the tour to deliver orchard-fresh peaches to hungry fans. And along with the sweet summer fruit, The Peach Truck will be serving up exclusive, limited-edition merchandise inspired by the tour and the new album.

In the days leading up to the shows, fans will be invited to visit The Peach Truck to eat and shop for a fresh way to immerse themselves in the music of their favorite band.

While not ever concert stop is on the list, the truck has confirmed visits to Chicago, IL on July 15, Dallas, TX on July 20; Houston, TX on July 21; Charleston, SC on July 27; Pittsburgh, PA on July 31; Cincinnati, OH on August 1; and Nashville, TN on August 4, with more expected to be announced.

To reserve your peaches, simply choose your preferred location and quantity — from 3lb boxes to exclusive tour bundles. Band merch, including T-shirts, hats, and tote bags, will be available to shop in-person.

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The Grammy-winning rockers announced the Peaches 'N Kream tour back in Feb., which marks the duo's most expansive tours to date. In addition to North American tour dates, the band will be taking the tour international in Europe, the U.K., Australia, and New Zealand.

Peaches! is the duo's 14th studio album. The 10-track cover album legendary blues, rock, and R&B musicians, including Earl Hooker and Ike Turner. Upon its release, it peaked at No. 72 on the Billboard 200 and No. 16 on the Top Rock & Alternative Albums chart.

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Summer always brings little signs and reminders that we're heading in the right direction, illuminating our path with bright, optimistic rays. If you've been noticing repeating numbers on clocks, receipts, or license plates, you may be recognizing your angel number without even realizing it. Sometimes, angel numbers appear briefly and then disappear, while at other times, they seem to follow us everywhere. If you keep seeing the number associated with your birth month this summer, consider it a gentle nudge to pay attention to what your angels are trying to communicate to you. Here is the divine angel number that guides each birth month in Summer 2026.

Summer 2026 Angel Number Horoscope for Each Birth Month

Check for your birth month.

January — 222

Whether you're an ambitious Capricorn or an innovative Aquarius, this summer is about trusting the process. Angel number 222 reminds you that good things are developing behind the scenes, even if progress feels slow.

READ: Your Angel Number of Abundance and Success, Based on Birth Date

February — 777

Whether you're an independent Aquarius or compassionate Pisces, your number points toward spiritual growth. Summer 2026 encourages you to trust your intuition and pay attention to unexpected insights.

March — 555

Whether you're a dreamy Pisces or bold Aries, change is in the air. Angel number 555 often appears when life is preparing to shift in exciting and unexpected ways.

April — 444

Whether you're an energetic Aries or practical Taurus, your summer message is stability. This number is a reminder that you're building something solid, even if results aren't visible yet.

May — 1212

Whether you're a practical Taurus or curious Gemini, this number signals forward momentum. If you've been feeling stuck, expect things to start moving again.

June — 999

Whether you're a curious Gemini or nurturing Cancer, a chapter may be coming to a close. Letting go of what no longer fits creates space for something better.

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July — 888

Whether you're an emotional Cancer or confident Leo, abundance surrounds you this summer. Angel number 888 often appears when rewards, opportunities, or long-awaited breakthroughs are near.

August — 111

Whether you're a confident Leo or an organized Virgo, this powerful month is a great time to start fresh. Pay close attention to your thoughts, as new opportunities may come in quickly.

September — 333

Whether you're a detail-oriented Virgo or balanced Libra, this number encourages creativity and self-expression. Speak up, share your ideas, and trust your talents.

October — 1010

Whether you're a balanced Libra or determined Scorpio, growth is the theme of your summer. This number suggests you're exactly where you need to be, even if the path isn't fully clear yet.

November — 666

Whether you're a passionate Scorpio or adventurous Sagittarius, this number asks you to restore balance in your life this summer. It isn't a negative sign, despite the controversy this angel number gets—it's simply a reminder to focus on who and what truly matters.

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December — 1313

Whether you're an adventurous Sagittarius or disciplined Capricorn, transformation is underway. This summer may push you outside your comfort zone, but that's where your biggest growth will happen.

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Sixteen years ago today, a bubblegum blast of whipped cream and beach sunshine took over the top of the Billboard Hot 100 and refused to budge.

On June 19, 2010, Katy Perry's "California Gurls," featuring Snoop Dogg, reached No. 1, where it stayed for six straight weeks and became the undisputed song of the summer.

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What no one knew yet was that the breezy single was only the opening act.

A Record Only Michael Jackson Had Matched

"California Gurls" was the lead single from Perry's album Teenage Dream, and it set off one of the most dominant chart runs in pop history. The album went on to produce five No. 1 hits on the Hot 100: "California Gurls," "Teenage Dream," "Firework," "E.T." and "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)." That made Teenage Dream the only album besides Michael Jackson's 1987 blockbuster Bad to spin off five No. 1 singles on the Hot 100, a record the two albums still share alone in 2026.

The streak turned Perry from a rising star into one of the biggest pop acts on the planet and cemented Teenage Dream as a defining album of the era.

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The Summer 'California Gurls' Owned

The candy-colored single dominated radio for months and became 2010's definitive summer anthem. Its music video, which dropped Perry into a fantasy candyland of cotton-candy clouds and gummy bears, became an instant pop-culture touchstone, and the song has since crossed a billion Spotify streams.

Perry, now 41, still keeps "California Gurls" in her live sets, including her recent Lifetimes Tour, proof that the song that ruled the summer of 2010 can still fill an arena 16 years later.

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When it comes time to retire, many people have visions of settling down somewhere new where they can spend their golden years living out their dreams (preferably with lots of sunshine and mild winters). However, the experts we spoke with say that retirees may be setting the wrong priorities when looking for the perfect home for their next chapter, even those who are dreaming of trading in their snow shovels for beach towels.

That's because there are a few things they say should be top of mind when you're looking for a place to move to in retirement, and warmer weather doesn't even come close to making the top of their list.

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Walkability Should Be a Top Priority

When considering where to move, Nicolle Aube, a Certified Planner with the American Planning Association and Principal Planner and Founder of Civex, says ditching your car in retirement should be a consideration when looking for a new home. She says people should look for neighborhoods where grocery stores, pharmacies, parks, and community centers are all easily reachable on foot. Of course, that's not to say you should totally rule out a place if it's not walkable.

"Retirees that may eventually stop driving can choose walking as their preference, but those with mobility limitations may have some restrictions even if their area is walkable," she says. "Many cities are using available funding for senior 'dial a ride' services where you can make an appointment for a free/low-cost city rideshare service that will take seniors to medical appointments and other vital services. These local financial decisions help retirees age in place and maintain a sense of independence."

Hospitals, Healthcare, and Senior Centers Should Be Nearby

As you age, being close to hospitals, doctors, and senior centers all becomes way more important. "Senior centers offer programming, social connection, fitness classes, and often serve as information hubs connecting seniors to resources they may not know they qualify for," Aube says. "Cities that have invested in senior-specific programming and facilities are making a financial commitment to that population that shows up in budgets, staffing, and long-term planning documents."

She goes on to explain that cities with an active, well-funded senior center and a hospital within a reasonable distance are more than just a convenient or "nice-to-have" option. "They are building neighborhoods that move beyond accommodating aging into embracing the senior community."

You Should Test Drive Your New Neighborhood

If you're considering a big move, Jeff Lichtenstein, CEO & Broker at Echo Fine Properties-Palm Beach Gardens, says the best way to ensure your potential new neighborhood has everything you need is to take it for a test drive.

"Spending a long weekend in an area is a good way to explore," he says. "Drive around. Talk to people. The Realtor should mostly explore neighborhoods with the client and act as a tour guide."

This can also help you get an emotional gut check, according to Lichtenstein's wife, Veronica Lichtenstein, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Veronica Listens. "Are the neighbors friendly? The community has to feel right."

While sunshine and saying goodbye to harsh winters may be the things you're looking forward to the most in retirement, these experts clearly believe that there's a lot more to consider before moving to a new town, especially if your goal is to age in place once you arrive.

Sources:

• Nicolle Aube, Certified Planner by the American Planning Association and Principal Planner and Founder of Civex
• Veronica Lichtenstein, Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Veronica Listens
• Jeff Lichtenstein, CEO & Broker, Echo Fine Properties-Palm Beach Gardens

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Susan Saint James may not act anymore, but the entertainment icon looks incredible at 79.

Saint James, 79, rose to stardom in detective series like It Takes a Thief and McMillan & Wife. However, it was her role as a single mom alongside Jane Curtin in the hit '80s sitcomKate & Allie that made her a household name. The duo played two divorced mothers who decide to live together and raise their kids in the same house in New York City. The show ran from 1984 to 1989, and Saint James decided to stop acting after that. But in a new spread in PEOPLE, the TV icon returns to the spotlight and looks better than ever.

Still sporting her classic brown hair, Saint James hasn't changed very much in the 37 years since Kate & Allie ended. The star shone brighter than ever as she opened up about learning that Shrinking star Christa Miller is actually her niece.

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How They Discovered They Were Related

When Miller was 11, her grandmother handed her a copy of PEOPLE that had Saint James on the cover, and told her she was her aunt. Christa learned her biological father was a man named Chuck Miller, Susan's brother.

At 16, Miller finally reconnected with Saint James.

“It was seamless,” Miller shared. “I felt like, ‘Oh, this is my family.' Susan instantly welcomed me and brought sunshine into my life."

The Devastating Loss of Her Son, Teddy

In 2004, Saint James was dropped off in Colorado by a private plane carrying her husband, NBC executive Dick Ebersol, and two of the couple's sons, Teddy and Charlie. After the jet headed back into flight, it went down and skidded on its nose before crashing through a fence and hitting an embankment, PEOPLE reported. While Ebersol and Charlie survived with injuries, Teddy and the plane's crew died.

Saint James later shared that she was grateful the family had a wonderful holiday together before the tragedy.

"There's so many ways that these things can happen," she told PEOPLE. "You can have an argument the night before, or you're far away or working. It's a whole other experience that we had, because we could just remember the hilarious time that we had in L.A. Everybody has really fond memory of that, and everybody said, 'Oh, I love you. See you at Christmas. Goodbye."

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Blake Shelton is keeping track of who remembered his birthday.

The country superstar took to Instagram Stories on Friday, June 19, to thank fans and friends for their well wishes after celebrating his 50th birthday the day before. But among the gratitude was a playful callout aimed at one of his closest friends, fellow country singer Trace Adkins.

"I just wanted to say thank you for all the birthday wishes yesterday," Shelton wrote. "Also @traceadkins is the only one of my friends who didn't wish me a happy birthday. And his wife Victoria. Trace and Victoria did NOT wish me a happy birthday."

A screenshot of Blake Shelton's Instagram Story on June 19.

If you've ever seen Shelton and Adkins together, you'll know neither one misses an opportunity to give the other a hard time. The two country stars have been friends for decades and have frequently traded jokes both on and off stage. Earlier this year, Adkins actually surprised Shelton with an unusually sweet (and slightly sarcastic) message during a special appearance at the Grand Ole Opry.

READ MORE: Beloved Country Star Reveals He Secretly Got Married

While Shelton was performing back in February, host Kelly Sutton read a letter Adkins had written in his honor.  "Blake and I have been friends for almost 25 years. I think of him as more of a brother than a friend," the message read. 

Adkins went on to praise Shelton's career and even referenced the fact that Shelton officiated his wedding to Victoria Pratt back in 2019. "He even officiated at Victoria and my wedding. I got him to include in our vows that I never have to eat salmon. Now that is friendship," the letter continued.

When Sutton revealed Adkins as the author, Shelton couldn't resist getting one more joke in. "It's the first time Trace has ever said anything nice to me, and he had you say it," he quipped.

The pair later performed their 2011 hit "Hillbilly Bone" together before Shelton gave Adkins a hug and a kiss on the cheek. Adkins responded by wiping off his face, prompting Shelton to jokingly label his friend a "grumpy bastard."

Given their history, it's probably safe to assume Adkins' birthday oversight—or alleged oversight—won't cause any lasting hard feelings.

Related: How Blake Shelton ‘Finally’ Supported Wife Gwen Stefani

Vacations are supposed to be relaxing and enjoyable, but when bed bugs decide to crawl into the picture, it’s anything but. It's hard to predict where they will pop up, even the nicest hotels are susceptible to these annoying critters. Travelers assume densely populated areas like NYC. While most vacations can go on without bed bugs, a new survey has identified the states with the highest risk of encountering them.

Where You're More Likely to Find Bed Bugs in Your Hotel Room

Canadian researchers have released a new survey showing that certain destinations have a higher risk of bed bugs in their hotels. Here’s a look at the top 5:

1. Michigan
2. Ohio
3. Maryland
4. Pennsylvania
5. Wisconsin

Michigan leads the pack here, with a 1-in-57 chance of finding bed bugs, followed by Ohio with a 1-in-59 chance. New York and Washington, D.C., were also on the list, rounding out the top 10.

Related: The Top-Ranked Airport for Layovers In the World Is Nicer Than Most Hotels

What Makes Some Areas More Prone to Bed Bugs? 

Contrary to popular belief that major cities are more likely to have bed bugs, researchers say it has to do with high levels of visitor turnover. Researchers say Michigan is most likely at the top of the list because of its high volume of business and leisure travel.

Even the bougiest hotels can have bed bugs. This is because they travel on people’s personal belongings. This is why it’s more important than ever to do a sweep of the room before you even unlock your suitcase.

You should always keep your suitcases elevated on luggage racks and away from the bed. Give your bags a thorough check before heading back home to make sure you’re not bringing any unwanted souvenirs home.

If there’s any silver lining in these situations, it is that you can see bedbugs with the naked eye. They are small, but visible. Look around the bed when you get there. Bedbugs shed their skin. Look for any eggs and dot-like feces around the mattress and box springs.

Related: Bed Bugs Are All Over This Popular Spring Break Destination

What to Do If You Discover Bed Bugs

While your instinct may be to scream and freak out (which is justified), there are some solid actions you should take if you find bed bugs in your hotel room.

Move your bags, since bed bugs like to hitch a ride on your belongings. The bathroom is usually a good idea because bed bugs are not big fans of cold bathroom tiles. They tend to like warmer areas.

Snap some pictures so you have proof to show hotel staff when you go to the front desk, and either request a new room (far away from yours)  or ask for a refund. 

If you do get moved to a new room, you’ll want to do another thorough sweep to ensure no other bedbugs are lurking.

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While you may not be able to prevent finding bed bugs in your hotel, you can read online reviews. Many people are very vocal if they find bed bugs. If you see reviews that make your skin crawl, it’s probably best not to book in the first place.