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If you're looking for an organizational solution that is stylish, sturdy and functional, Target has you covered with this sleek three-drawer organizer that shoppers love so much, they're purchasing multiple.

Brightroom's 3-Drawer Organizer is a serious upgrade for home organization. It is available in five colors, each with a coordinating wood-and-metal frame. Choices include black metal with a black oak wood, black metal with natural wood, black metal with walnut wood, brass with walnut wood or white metal with natural wood.

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Brightroom 3-Drawer Organizer, $70 at Target

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In addition to the three spacious drawers that slide in and out with ease, this organizer also features a solid top for additional surface storage. The open design provides good ventilation and makes it easy to see what you have.

You can use this organizer for so many different purposes, including clothing, office supplies, craft essentials and pantry staples. This versatile organizer will help you keep your household neat and tidy.

Related: Target's New 3-Piece Quilt Set Is a Cottagecore Dream Come True

Shoppers love this three-drawer organizer, giving it an average rating of 4.6 stars, with 93 percent of reviewers saying they would recommend it to others. On Target.com, fans of the organizer rate it highly for its quality and value. Various reviewers even mention loving the organizer so much that they went back to purchase more.

"Love this drawer organizer! It's the perfect size for the closet and very stylish. The drawers slide nice and it holds quite a bit of clothes. Nice option to have instead of a dresser for kids. Very easy to assemble. I now have three and I'm happy with them so far," said one happy Target customer in a five-star review on Target's website.

"I purchased one to test and I liked it so much I ordered two more. These are so easy to assemble, they hold a lot, are sturdy and look great! They are being used in a large closet in a bedroom that is too small for a dresser. They look great and if I needed, I'd use them in other areas of the home. I highly recommend these to help organize any area of your home," raved another fan in a five-star review on Target.com.

You can find these three-drawer organizers on Target.com and in select Target stores. It retails for $70.

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For generations of consumers, Tootsie Roll remains one of the most reliably delicious treats you could hope to indulge in your local supermarket's candy aisle.

Offering shoppers a sweet, nostalgic taste of the past, Tootsie Roll's candies have become classics in their own right, delighting shoppers across virtually every decade since their creation in 1907.

As great as their original products are, Tootsie Roll has recently unveiled plans to launch two new products that fans have fervently requested for years.

According to a recent announcement on the company's official Instagram page, Tootsie Roll is set to release two innovative new candies with their upcoming Fruit Ones and Berry Ones candy packs.

With the former, Tootsie Roll's Fruit Ones delivers the same crunchy Tootsie Roll lollipops, now filling with a gooey fruit-filled center with a consistency similar to an actual Tootsie Roll. The Berry Ones, meanwhile, features a healthy assortment of chewy berry-inspired Tootsie Roll candies, including strawberry, blueberry, blue raspberry and cherry berry.

As the company said of the new inventive products, "You asked, we listened," marking an exciting step forward for the beloved candy brand.

As one might expect, the two new candy packs have been met with an overwhelmingly positive response from longtime fans of Tootsie Roll, many of whom were quick to voice their excitement for the product across social media.

"Yesss we need these," one fan wrote on Instagram.

"One hundred and 18 years of not messing with perfection only to make perfection more perfecter," added another user.

"This should have been done a long time ago," observed a third.

The new treats are currently offered at limited Walmart locations. As of yet, it's not clear whether the candies might make their way to additional suppliers, or whether they'll remain exclusively at Walmart for the foreseeable future.

Ted Lasso famously once said, "It’s the lack of hope that comes and gets you. Believe." And it's a good thing TedHeads listened to that advice—because even though the story seemingly ended with Season 3, Ted Lasso is officially coming back for a fourth season!

Apple TV renewed the series for Season 4 in March 2025. When Ted Lasso first premiered in August 2020, it felt like a warm hug during a time of turmoil. Between the COVID-19 lockdown and a divisive political climate, Ted's radical kindness and perpetual optimism weren't just entertaining—they were essential.

After the Season 3 finale, we still had so many questions. Would Ted (Jason Sudeikis) stay in Kansas? Could the show go on without the mustache? Was the "Lasso Way" truly retired for good? In time, every question will be answered—because not only is the beloved coach returning to field, he's also bringing most of the gang with him.

"Ted Lasso has been nothing short of a juggernaut, inspiring a passionate fanbase all over the world, and delivering endless joy and laughter, all while spreading kindness, compassion and unwavering belief," said Matt Cherniss, Apple TV's Head of Programming. "Everyone at Apple is thrilled to be continuing our collaboration with Jason and the brilliant creative minds behind this show."

Here is everything we know about the upcoming Season 4 of Ted Lasso—from plot details to new and returning cast members.

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When is the Ted Lasso Season 4 release date?

Ted Lasso fans will get a nice midsummer treat when Season 4 begins streaming Wednesday, Aug. 5.

Is there a trailer for Season 4 of Ted Lasso?

Apple TV dropped a first look at Season 4 on March 6. The 19-second clip shows Coach Beard reading a book titled SoccerWomen. Alongside the post, the streamer wrote: "Same Beard. New book."

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— Apple TV (@AppleTV) March 6, 2026

The first official trailer, however, premiered on Apr. 28, giving brief glimpses of what all of the beloved characters have been up to between teams.

What will happen in Season 4 of Ted Lasso?

Ted returns to Richmond, taking on his biggest challenge yet: coaching a second division women’s football team. Throughout the course of the season, Ted and the team learn to leap before they look, taking chances they never thought they would.

Who in the cast will return for Season 4 of Ted Lasso?

Most of the original Diamond Dogs are set to return! The confirmed roster includes:

Jason Sudeikis as Ted LassoHannah Waddingham as Rebecca WeltonBrett Goldstein as Roy KentJuno Temple as Keeley JonesBrendan Hunt as Coach BeardJeremy Swift as Leslie Higgins

It's important to note that because the new season centers around a women's team, the original AFC Richmond squad—including Phil Dunster (Jamie Tartt), Toheeb Jimoh (Sam Obisanya), and Cristo Fernández (Dani Rojas)—are not currently named as series regulars. However, our fingers will remain crossed for a few special appearances at The Dog Track!

Another update is that the role of Ted's son, Henry, has been recast. Gus Turner will not return for Season 4 and Henry will be played by Grant Feely—pictured below—possibly to age him up for a new storyline.

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Related: Jason Sudeikis Reveals Why People Love Ted Lasso So Much

Are there new cast members in Season 4 of Ted Lasso?

In addition to Feely, here are the other new actors joining the Ted Lasso cast for Season 4.

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Apple TV shared a first look at Season 4 on Jan. 28, showing Ted back with familiar and new faces...

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Related: GOAL! Prep for Season 3 of Ted Lasso With 80+ Best Quotes From the Show

How to watch Ted Lasso

The feel-good series streams on Apple TV+. You can currently watch the first three seasons while you wait for Season 4!

Related: Ted Lasso Star Brett Goldstein on Roy Kent and Keeley Jones' Split, 'Believe' Sign Secrets and More

Brett Goldstein (Roy Kent), Jason Sudeikis (Ted) and Brendan Hunt (Coach Beard)

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What is Ted Lasso about?

If you’re new to the pitch, welcome to the team! The series follows Ted Lasso (Sudeikis), a Division II college football coach from Kansas who is unexpectedly hired to manage a professional British soccer team.

Despite having zero experience or soccer know-how—and a fanbase that initially rejects him—Ted ultimately wins everyone over. “It’s as much about soccer as Rocky is about boxing,” Sudeikis has said of the show’s focus on heart, humor, and human connection.

How did Season 3 of Ted Lasso end?

The third seasonended with Ted moving back to America to be with his son Henry, while Coach Beard decided to stay behind in the UK and got married to Jane at Stonehenge. Rebecca had told Ted that if he left, she would also go and sell the club. However, in the end, Rebecca sold 49 percent of the club to fans. Roy became the new manager of AFC Richmond with Coach Beard and Nate working for the team, too. The Season 3 finale also teased the possible plot of Season 4, with Keeley showing Rebecca a binder for an AFC Richmond women’s team, eliciting smiles and cheers from them both.

Next up, ‘Ted Lasso’ Star Talks Season 4 Return: ‘I’m So Excited’

James Bond movies are widely regarded as pillars of cinematic history, but beyond their immense pop culture influence, one entry has long been labeled the “worst ever.”

Fifty-nine years ago today, April 28, 1967, Casino Royale made its theatrical debut in the United States, offering a satirical take on the box office spy film.

Famously helmed by five directors, Val Guest, John Huston, Ken Hughes, Joseph McGrath and Robert Parrish and produced by Columbia Pictures, the movie also featured a star-studded ensemble cast including Woody Allen, David Niven and Peter Sellers.

The 1967 movie was loosely inspired by Ian Fleming’s novel Casino Royale, not the film Dr. No, a 1962 film about the British MI6 agent also known as 007, portrayed by Sean Connery.

The plot focuses on Sir James Bond, played by Niven, coming out of retirement and planning to return to combat the evil organization SMERSH.

Casino Royale had a whopping production budget of $6 million; however, due to the setbacks and internal conflicts, it doubled to $12 million, making it one of the most expensive films of its time.

Woody Allen and Daliah Lavi in a scene from the spy spoof 'Casino Royale', 1967.

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Surprisingly, despite the chaotic production, the movie had a solid box office performance, grossing $41.7 million worldwide.

In addition, Casino Royale also received nominations from various award-giving bodies, including the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Film Award for Best British Costume as well as the Grammy Award for Best Original Score.

However, although it had significant commercial success, the film has long been regarded as one of the worst James Bond movies ever released.

The New York Times once dubbed the movie “tedious and disconnected,” while Variety said that the film “was frenzied and strained.”

Even one of the film’s directors delivered a blunt take, openly calling it “rubbish.”

“Casino Royale was a rubbish film,” Joseph McGrath mentioned in an interview, adding, “I mean it makes no sense at all. At the time, it was the most expensive film ever made. That was my first feature film.”

The critical consensus was reflected in a ranking released by Rotten Tomatoes, as Casino Royale placed last at No. 27 out of 27 Bond films.

Although it wasn’t part of the official franchise, it has often been labeled the worst-reviewed film associated with the iconic character.

Related: ’80s Thriller Starring Two-Time Oscar Winner Ranked Among 'Worst Movies of All Time'

Grammy Award-winning pop diva Mariah Careywelcomed twins, Moroccan and Monroe, 15 years ago—on April 30, 2011. The iconic performer shares her son and daughter with her ex, Nick Cannon.

Carey and Cannon shocked fans when the couple married in 2008. While they initially met at the 2005 Teen Choice Awards, romance wasn’t immediately in the air. 

After only weeks of dating, the pair tied the knot in a seaside ceremony at Carey’s Bahamian estate. The newlyweds spoke to People after their nuptials, explaining why they married so quickly. Cannon said, “In our minds, it was a love-at-first-sight thing. Since we’ve been together, we’ve been inseparable, and Carey noted, “I don’t think anyone realized what we already knew, that we were going to get married.” 

During the 2008 interview, People also asked the couple about having children. While it was still three years before their twins would arrive, both Carey and Cannon were all in. Canon led with a definite “Absolutely,” and Mariah answered the question, “So have you thought about having kids?” with a straightforward “Yes.”

Mariah Carey accepts the Billboard Chart Achievement Award for "All I Want For Christmas Is You" alongside her children, Monroe Cannon and Moroccan Scott Cannon at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Culver Studios in Culver City, California. The show airs on November 19, 2023 on BBMAs.watch. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Penske Media via Getty Images)

Fast forward to April of 2011, and the pair announced the birth of Moroccan and Monroe (exactly three years after their wedding day). According to reports, Monroe, whose name was inspired by big screen legend Marilyn Monroe, was born first. Moroccan followed shortly after. 

Carey and Cannon later parted ways, separating in 2014 and finalizing their divorce in 2016. Cannon is famously now the father of 12 children with several women. Along with Carey’s kids, his brood includes Golden Sagon, Rise Messiah, and Powerful Queen Cannon (with Brittany Bell), Zion Mixolydian, Zillion Heir, and Beautiful Zeppelin (with Abby De La Rosa), Onyx Ice Cole (with LaNisha Cole), Legendary Love (with Selling Sunset’sBre Tiesi), and Halo Marie Cannon (with Alyssa Scott). Cannon and Scott’s son, Zen, tragically lost his life at only five months old following a battle with brain cancer. 

Who Are Mariah Carey’s Twins?

Like their famous mom, Carey’s twins seem to enjoy the spotlight. Both have joined the pop star on stage, and in 2021, Monroe started modeling, starring in a campaign for OshKosh B’Gosh. The proud mommy recently posted a sweet family Easter snapshot on Instagram. Moroccan commented on the pic, joking, “Y'all, I am tall, I had to do the splits to take this photo.”

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Ever the doting son, the now-teen wished Carey a happy Mother’s Day in 2024 with an absolutely adorable Instagram post filled with throwback photos and the caption, “Mom, every moment with you is a precious memory. Your love and support have guided me through both tough and great times. The warmth of your hug and your wise words have helped me face challenges with hope. I’m so thankful for all you’ve done and the lessons you’ve taught me.”

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Moroccan goes on to add, “Your love has shaped who I am, and I carry your spirit with me in everything I do. Thank you for being my mom and my guide.” 

Kacey Musgraves just gave Willie Nelson the absolute perfect moniker, and country fans couldn't agree more. 

In a new interview with Zane Lowe for Apple Music, the Grammy-winning star opened up about working with Nelson on "Uncertain, TX" from her upcoming album "Middle of Nowhere. "Her description of the 93-year-old legend? "Everyone's favorite gangster great-grandpa."

"Anytime I can have everyone's favorite gangster great-grandpa on anything. I mean, I love him so much. He's the patriarch of truth, country music," Musgraves, 37, explained.

The endearing nickname perfectly captures what makes Nelson so beloved to all — he's warm, slightly rebellious, wise beyond measure, and someone literally everyone loves. As Musgraves mentioned at a previous Grammy event honoring Nelson, "Underdogs, outliers, republicans, rappers, presidents — everyone loves Willie."

This marks the third time the duo has collaborated, following "Are You Sure" from her "Pageant Material" album and "A Willie Nice Christmas" from "A Very Kacey Christmas.”

Related: What Harrison Ford Said About This '80s Icon Made Steven Spielberg Lose It

Working with Nelson comes with one notable requirement: efficiency. "He walks in, does the take, and literally, that's it. So it better work. He's like, 'I'm in my 90s... I'm giving you 30 seconds, and then I'm out,'" Musgraves shared, laughing.

Her response to that? "I f---ing get it. He's earned that. He's a true American legend; the man transcends space and time. He's absolutely amazing.”

Nelson's one-take approach isn't about being difficult — it's about professionalism honed over six decades and more than 200 albums. At 93, he knows exactly what he wants and delivers it perfectly the first time.

Willie Nelson's Ability to Unite Everyone Makes Him Country Music's Most Beloved Legend

Musgraves also talked about her experience "in a recreational smoking situation with Willie Nelson," noting that you have to "be really careful" because "you're just like, I don't know how to form sentences anymore. My motor skills are completely gone."

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But beyond the legendary stories and efficient studio sessions, what makes Nelson truly such a special human being is a point that Musgraves emphasized: "He brings so many different kinds of people together, which is one thing I really love about him."

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At 93, Willie Nelson continues touring consistently and collaborating with artists across multiple genres and generations. His ability to unite people — from underdogs to presidents, rappers to country purists — remains unmatched in American music. He truly is one of a kind. They broke the mode when they made Willie.

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As Musgraves joked about once suggesting Nelson run for president, his response was perfect: "Because I'd win."

Of course he would. Because when you're everyone's favorite gangster great-grandpa, that's just what happens.
"Middle of Nowhere" releases May 1 and features additional collaborations with Gregory Alan Isakov, Billy Strings and Miranda Lambert.

Seafood boils are great until you actually have to make one. Costco just made that a lot easier with a ready-to-cook option spotted in-store for $11.99 per pound.

With Mother’s Day coming up, along with spring get-togethers and outdoor weekend dinners, this is one of those finds that makes feeding a group feel doable. It works just as well for a low-effort weeknight meal as it does for something a little more put-together.

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Seafood lovers — this one’s a full meal in one tray 🦀🔥 This seafood boil comes loaded with Dungeness crab sections, shrimp, mussels, clams, plus roasted red potatoes and corn — and it even includes a seasoning packet so you can heat and serve without extra prep. Perfect for an easy dinner, weekend hosting, or when you want that restaurant-style seafood boil at home without the work. item 17231 ✓ $11.99 per lb #costcofam4u #seafoodboil #easydinner #costcofresh #dinnerideas 🚫 Not affiliated with Costco 🚫 Not affiliated with any brands, items, companies, products in this content and video

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The boil-ready bag comes loaded with Dungeness crab sections, shrimp, mussels, and clams, along with roasted red potatoes and corn. It also includes a seasoning packet, so everything is ready to cook without needing to track down extra ingredients.

Instead of buying seafood individually, prepping vegetables, and figuring out seasoning, this setup keeps things simple. You can cook it on the stove or on a grill burner outside, which is a big plus if you’d rather not cook seafood in the house. Once it’s heated through, you’ve got a complete seafood boil ready to serve.

Related: This Costco Find Doubles as an Easy Brunch and Meal Prep Win

All that’s really left to add is melted butter, a few lemon wedges, and maybe a simple side like a Caesar salad or grilled vegetables if you want to round things out. You can even throw steaks on the grill while it’s cooking for a full surf-and-turf option.

If you’re trying to track it down, you can check availability through the Costco app using item number 17231. Tap the Warehouse tab at the bottom, then select Search Warehouse Inventory and enter the item number to see if it’s in stock at your location or nearby stores.

Whether you’re planning for a special occasion or need an easy dinner option, this seafood boil keeps things simple. With everything in one bag and minimal prep required, it’s an easy way to serve a full seafood meal without the usual time, expense, or cleanup.

Becoming a dog parent is one of the greatest joys anyone can experience. A dog will bless their parent with unconditional love, loyalty, and protection. In return, being a dog parent means always having a best friend and family member by their side. Most look forward to the joys of owning a pup, but only a few truly rise to the occasion by becoming the best dog parent. How do you know if you’re cut out to be an outstanding dog parent?

Numerologists believe that people born on one of these four birth dates will make excellent dog parents. These four birth dates have unique strengths, characteristics, and traits that align with raising a pup. People born on one of these four dates will feel like being a dog parent is part of their destiny. Read on to discover if you’re destined to be a fantastic dog parent, based on your birth date.

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Who Makes the Best Dog Parents, Based on Their Birth Date?

Check if your date of birth is listed. Disregard birth months.

RELATE?: These 4 Birth Dates Make the Best Pet Parents, Per Experts

Born on the 1st — The Courageous Dog Parent

Being born on the 1st means embodying the numerological strengths and gifts of 1, which is known for being independent, adventurous, and courageous. Those born on the 1st never back down from a challenge, which includes raising their pups. Dogs require more time, energy, and attention than most would anticipate. Luckily, those born on the 1st are ready and willing to dedicate everything they've got to their pup. They're the kind of dog parents who will always take their pup with them, encourage their pups to be expressive, and strengthen their pup's sense of independence. Dog parents born on the 1st will undoubtedly raise well-trained, confident furbabies.

Born on the 5th — The Adventurous Dog Parent

Having a birthday on the 5th means working with 5. Numerology says 5 is a fast-paced energy, so people with this birth date exude a dynamic aura and open-minded attitude. Nothing throws them off. Being a dog parent has its ups and downs, but they move through each instance with excitement. They're not easily dissuaded from working with a tough pup or through a messy period. If anything, they're down for the challenge of raising a good dog. Although many other birth dates would give up, people born on the 5th know they could never abandon their furbaby. Their commitment to your dog's growth, happiness, and development makes them one of the best dog parents.

Born on the 21st — The Devoted Dog Parent

People born on the 21st are unique, because they embrace the different numerological energies of 2, 1, and 3. The combination of 2, 1, and 3 makes these individuals bright and curious. They have undeniable emotional resiliency and mental strength needed to raise a healthy, happy dog. Those born on the 21st are deeply committed to being the best dog parent they can be. They're attuned with their dogs, so they know exactly what to adjust or implement based on their dog's energy. Individuals with this birth date will also research various training methods, foods, and more to find exactly what their dog needs. There's nothing they won't do or try to make their dog happy.

Born on the 31st — The Steadfast Dog Parent

Those born on the 31st embody the numerological energies of 3, 1 and 4. Individuals with this birth date are known for their stability, consistency, and courage. Unlike others, they won't go anywhere when the going gets tough. People born on the 31st are deeply committed to their dogs, because their dogs are part of the foundation of their lives. They've likely built their lives around what their dogs need. People with this birth date don't shy away from giving their dog everything possible to succeed. They will create and maintain a safe, secure home along with a routine their dog can count on. People born on the 31st are the best dog parents, because of the life they provide for their furbabies.

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Al Pacino is one of the most famous actors in the world, but he still knows how to celebrate his birthday!

The actor, who is known for diverse roles ranging from The Godfather and Dog Day Afternoon to Carlito’s Way and Scent of a Woman, recently celebrated his 86th birthday with a fun party. In a new video posted to Instagram, the actor danced it out with a microphone in his hand and blew out his birthday candles on a large sheet cake covered with one of his childhood photos.

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Pacino Reunited With Ex Beverly D'Angelo For His Birthday

While Pacino's birthday party looked wild, he also had a fun celebration with his ex, Beverly D’Angelo, 22 years after they split up.

D’Angelo, 74, who originated the role of Ellen Griswold alongside Chevy Chase‘s Clark W. Griswold in the first National Lampoon’s Vacation film in 1983, played the iconic role of Ellen in several follow-ups, including 1989’s beloved holiday version, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Last weekend, the duo got back together to celebrate the actor’s big 86th birthday, Page Six reported. Now that’s keeping the friendship alive!

Pacino and D’Angelo Have Twins Together

Pacino and D’Angelo have twins, Anton and Olivia, together. Back in March, Pacino hit the red carpet with the twins, as well as his elder daughter, Julie, for the opening of her film I Live Here Now at the Aero Theatre in Santa Monica back in March. I Live Here Now, a horror thriller, was actually Julie Pacino’s directorial debut!

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What Has D’Angelo Said About Having Twins at 49 With Pacino?

When asked about raising kids in Hollywood, D’Angelo said that lifestyle wasn’t for her.

“I did not raise my kids in that culture,” D’Angelo told PEOPLE. “If I would have been more focused, maybe I would have had a bigger career, but I was focused on my kids, to tell you the truth.”

D’Angelo previously spoke about giving birth at 49, a rarity in any culture.

“I had kids really late — I gave birth to twins six weeks after I turned 49,” she told Fox News Digital. “It was really important to me to place them at the center of my world. So, I wouldn’t do any films that would take me out of town for any amount of time. I did television, I did some indie films and things like that, but my focus was really to always be emotionally and physically available to my kids.”

D’Angelo went on to say that she was inspired as a parent by the stable childhood her parents gave her while growing up in Ohio.

“There’s this thing that happens when you have kids,” D’Angelo shared. “All of a sudden, you go, ‘Oh, wait a minute, my parents.’ You look at how you were raised. Maybe some of the things that you thought were a drag when you were a kid turn out to be exactly what you want to pass on. And my value system has never included a lot of hype or a lot of focus on fame.”

Ultimately, D’Angelo chose to put her children before her acting career.

“And I’ve got to make a confession: I’m not a careerist,” she told the publication. “I have never been. Everything I’ve done is because I love a script or a character. But as far as pursuing a career, I wasn’t somebody who had a dream like, ‘One day I’m going to grow up and become an actress.’ That’s not me. I never thought, ‘If I do this role, maybe I’ll get this other role.’ I’ve always just been motivated by a profound need to express myself.”

Related: Hollywood Icon Al Pacino, 85, Hits the Red Carpet With Three of His Children

Chobani has a new coffee creamer heading out and fans are beyond curious about the classic dessert-inspired flavor.

The cult-favorite yogurt and creamer brand is always looking to impress consumers, offering a wide assortment of flavors that tap into hot trends and reimagine nostalgic favorites. The company also recently debuted a new "Flavor Drop" series that it said would bring many "unique" flavors to the creamer aisle for an extremely limited time—we're not talking a seasonal, limited-edition drop, but one that's set to be around for only a few weeks at a time.

Its first Flavor Drop—Raspberry Rose—hit the market in mid-January and disappeared shortly after Valentine's Day. Now, Parade has learned that its second Flavor Drop creamer is due out in a few weeks, just in time to kick off summer, and fans seem rather impatient to just get it in their hands already.

Just as they rallied around Raspberry Rose, Chobani's upcoming American Blueberry coffee creamer flavor is getting a similarly warm welcome.

Chobani Fans Have a Lot to Say About New Blueberry Creamer

Chobani hasn't yet debuted the flavor, but 24-fluid-ounce cartons have already hit the Target app, which led to the flavor going viral earlier this week. Presumably, it was inspired by the classic combo of topping blueberry pie with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and we expect it to taste something like a mixture of blueberry and sweet cream.

"OMG I NEED," one excited Instagram user wrote. "I had a blueberry white chocolate mocha before and it was soo good."

Related: Chobani Revives a Classic Cookie-Inspired Creamer Fans Have Been Begging For

"Ooh I need this," a second echoed. "Right now I make homemade blueberry syrup for my coffees. This sounds amazing."

"Ooooo interesting 🤔," a third shared. "I like blueberry but not sure how it would taste with cream lol."

Others who appeared more hesitant called it "Intriguing" and said it "sounds interesting."

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So far, Chobani's American Blueberry Flavor Drop Creamer has been spotted in the Target app for $5.99 (prices may vary), with an estimated rollout date of June 14. As of now, it's unclear whether the flavor is limited to Target stores or will be available at other Chobani retailers.

Parade reached out to a spokesperson for comment.

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This past winter can only be described as unpleasant. After months of holing up indoors, it’d be no surprise if you wanted to spend all your free time outside. If you want to give your backyard or front porch a little refresh for the spring and summer months, a solar light is an effortless way to perk up your outdoor space. This Illuminew Solar Light Statue at Amazon is a great option, and it’s oozing with whimsical cottagecore charm. 

Right now, you can score this solar light statue on sale for up to 58% off! Normally retailing for $29, this cute elephant statue light is now marked down to just $12! It’s also on sale in five other whimsical styles. 

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With six nature-inspired designs on sale, any of these solar light statues will grace your outdoor space with major cottagecore vibes. You can choose five animals, including an elephant, cat, bear, rabbit, or turtle. It’s also available in a style with a sprinkle of fairycore — that one features a mossy stone house and a gnome lounging on the roof. 

Made of resin, these solar statues have intricate details that bring them to life with a realistic feel. They all have etched lines, giving them texture and mimicking the appearance of the real-life animals. The elephant and cat statues are seen holding lanterns, while the other statues have LED lights embedded within their design.

A sustainable and environmentally-friendly choice, these lights don’t require batteries or electricity for power. Instead, they rely on solar power, which can also save you money in the long run as you won't run up your electricity bill or have to buy replacement batteries. Fixed with a solar panel, it only needs five to eight hours of light to charge. Once it gets dark, the lights will automatically turn on, illuminating your outdoor space for up to 10 hours! 

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These statue lights are waterproof and designed to withstand harsh weather conditions like rain and snow. Shoppers mentioned that the statues also hold up well to intense sunlight, noting that the color doesn’t fade. Ideal for year-round use, you can always keep it outside with peace of mind. 

During the day, these statues will serve as a charming cottagecore accent. By night, they’ll transform your outdoor space into a cozy and inviting getaway with their warm yellow light. Shoppers raved about how bright the light is and how well it works to light up their garden and patio. Want to see it in action for yourself? Check out these whimsical images that reviewers shared!

Related: Amazon’s $20 Mushroom Table Lamp Is ‘Cozy and Magical’ With Major Cottagecore Vibes

The sizes of the statues vary. For example, the elephant is about 11 inches tall and 4 inches wide, and the gnome version is around 6 inches tall and 7 inches wide. They’re small enough that they won’t take up too much space, but are still incredibly eye-catching. You can place one on a patio table as a centerpiece or set it in your garden to illuminate your veggies and flowers. 

“It's a great addition to my garden,” one shopper commented, adding that “it's the cutest thing ever.” Another reviewer described it as “absolutely adorable” and said that it is the “perfect addition for the yard.”

If you’re looking for an instant way to give your backyard a refresh, snag the Illuminew Solar Light Statue while it’s still on sale for as low as $12 at Amazon!

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Summer is officially upon us, bringing with it the gradual arrival of increasingly warmer and warmer weather.

As each of us anticipate the upcoming seasonal heat, McDonald's is giving fans convenient escape from the summer sun with their brand-new lineup of beverage items.

According to a new press release from the company, McDonald's will soon be launching half a dozen new beverages to restaurant locations across the nation. These specifically include three new soda flavors that cash in on the growing popularity surrounding the "dirty soda" trend taking social media by storm.

For those who might not know, dirty soda essentially refers to a traditional cup of soda mixed with some sort of syrup or other additional flavor. In McDonald's case, these three dirty soda options include:

• Sprite Berry Blast: Sprite mixed with a sweet blue raspberry syrup and topped off with cold foam.
• Orange Dream: a twist on Hi‑C Orange Lavaburst, mixed with a hint of vanilla flavor and topped with cold foam.
• Dirty Dr Pepper: Dr Pepper with vanilla flavoring, topped off with cold foam.

As if that weren't exciting enough, McDonald's also confirmed three new drinks that give Starbucks and Dunkin' a run for their money, as seen through their new Refreshers. This includes:

• Strawberry Watermelon Refresher:strawberry and watermelon flavors blended with a lemonade base, served with freeze‑dried strawberries.
• Mango Pineapple Refresher: mango and pineapple flavors blended with a lemonade base, filled with strawberry popping boba.
• Blackberry Passion Fruit Refresher:blackberry and passion fruit flavors blended with lemonade, served with freeze‑dried dragon fruit.

"Our fans have an obsession with beverages – to them, drinks are more than just drinks. And soon, our beverages won't just be a reason you come to McDonald's, they'll be the reason," said Alyssa Buetikofer, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer, McDonald's USA.

"We've taken the time to get this right, introducing new drinks that are hand-crafted with bold flavors and quality ingredients our fans can taste in every sip. Only McDonald's can bring that kind of experience to life consistently across nearly 14,000 restaurants, every single day."

Actors Kate Hudson and Justin Theroux are remembering Catherine O'Hara's warmth and grace, recalling what made her completely irreplaceable both on set and off it.

Theroux worked with O'Hara on the Tim Burton-directed 2024 film Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, sharing that he witnessed her genius firsthand on set. "Every take she did, she would produce something different," he recounted on the Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen AfterShow. "She's one of those people. It's just sort of like a fire hose. And any director who works with her or any editor, I'm sure it's literally just about like siphoning off the gold that just flowed out of her when she was doing comedy."

He went on to describe her as a "treasure," admitting he was nervous to work with her. "I was happy to work with her, and she's one of those people, like Kate too, that when you're working with her, you can't believe you're getting to work with the person that you've seen so long be so funny and wonderful. And she and the person really did match the exterior, as far as how she presented."

What really stood out to Hudson was how O'Hara was as a mother. "Can I add just because she was the best mom, and she's a family woman. She has the most beautiful family, and I just know that she's going to be so profoundly missed both creatively and personally, like she was just such a wonderful..."

Theroux couldn't help but interject, sharing that while O'Hara was shy, she wasn't a recluse. "She went to work, and she did press, and she did events, but she really, when she wasn't working, she kind of her and [husband] Bo [Welch] I think turned off and she was the least kind of Hollywood person you know that I'd met."

He added, "She's just a wonderful, wonderful woman. Sorely missed."

The Burtka-Harris's had a family night out over the weekend.

On Sunday, Neil Patrick Harris and husband David Burtka along with their twins Gideon and Harper Grace, all attended the opening night of 'The Lost Boys' on Broadway.

The twins, who are 15-years-old ,posed for photos along with their parents at the show's red carpet. Dressed up for the occasion, Gideon sported a blazer jacket and Harper donned an edgy mesh top paired with a bright red skirt and lace leggings, perhaps as a nod to the rebellious teens in the show.

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While both Harris and Burtka share photos of their kids on social media somewhat regularly, fans still couldn't get over how old the siblings were in pics of the premiere that circulated online.

"I can't believe how grown they are now," one Reddit user wrote. "I remember seeing them as babies in their annual Halloween photos"

"Oh, so actually his kids are 5 years old tops," another joked. "Thank you very much. Put this photo away you're messing with my timeline."

"Cute family. I must be elderly. I thought they were toddlers," another said.

"Holy sh-- weren't their kids just babies?? Where does the time go!!" a fan in disbelief added.

Related: Neil Patrick Harris’ Twins Steal the Spotlight in Rare Family Photos

While Harris himself didn't post any photos from the opening, he did share his excitement for the show as he's heavily involved in its creation.

"The lost Boys is THE musical I’m most excited for this Broadway season," he wrote on Instagram in March. "I’ve been to all the workshops, love the entire creative team, can’t stop singing the songs. I even joined the team as a Co-Producer and investor (something I’ve never done before). I’m that convinced. And we can soon share it with the world at the legendary Palace Theatre."

Also at the opening was singer Pink and her daughter Willow Hart.

Gideon and Harper Grace were born via surrogate in 2010. Harris also recently shared photos of the teens during a spring break trip to Thailand in March.

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On this day in 1974, a song that had already been a No. 1 hit once before pulled off something almost unheard of—it climbed all the way back to the top again.

Grand Funk Railroad’s version of “The Loco-Motion” hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 on April 28, 1974, 12 years after the original recording by Little Eva first topped the chart in 1962.

Related: 1974 Smash Made History When It Hit No. 1 52 Years Ago Today

At the time, it was only the second song of the rock era to reach No. 1 in America by two different artists—a rare feat that put it in elite company.

The story behind the 1974 version is almost as unlikely as its chart success.

Related: 1968 Hit Ranked Among ‘Best Road-Trip Songs’ of All Time

Producer Todd Rundgren reportedly heard members of Grand Funk Railroad casually “messing around” with the song in the studio and immediately pushed them to record it as a single. What had originally been a light, dance-driven pop tune was reimagined with heavy drums, layered harmonies and a harder rock edge. It was a complete transformation that still somehow preserved the song’s infectious core.

It worked.

The band’s version climbed steadily before reaching No. 1, where it stayed for two weeks. It also became one of the defining hits of their career and helped push their album Shinin’ On into the spotlight.

Related: 1964 Song Ranked in ‘Greatest Songs of All Time’ Became a Powerful Anthem

Even John Lennon took notice during a 1974 interview about current hits, saying, “I like ‘Loco-Motion,’ thought that was a great record.”

But the song’s chart story didn’t end there.

Nearly 15 years later, in 1988, Kylie Minogue released her own version, which became a global hit and reached No. 3 on the Hot 100, which gave “The Loco-Motion” an extraordinary distinction.

It remains one of the only songs in history to reach the Top 3 in three different decades—and the only one to appear three separate times on Fred Bronson’s “Top 3000 Songs of the Rock Era” ranking in Billboard’s Hottest Hot 100 Hits.

Not bad for a song that started as a demo recorded by a babysitter, which Little Eva was when Carole King and Gerry Goffin wrote it in the early '60s.

More than 60 years after its debut, “The Loco-Motion” still stands as one of the clearest examples of how the right song, at the right moment, can keep finding new life no matter the decade.

Related: 1971 Classic Ranked No. 1 ‘Best Album of the 70s’

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For Suzy Karadsheh, the founder of The Mediterranean Dish, traveling through Greece isn’t about checking off the most-liked spots on Instagram; it’s a culinary pilgrimage. While the world flocks to the blue-domed heights of Santorini, Karadsheh finds the true soul of the country in philoxenia—the ancient Greek concept of "love for the stranger." "The Greeks have this word for hospitality—Philoxenia—and it literally translates to ‘love of stranger,’" Karadsheh says. It’s a philosophy that transforms a standard vacation into a series of deep, authentic connections, starting with the largest island in the Mediterranean: Crete.

Related: This Is the Very Best Time of Year To Visit Greece, According to an Award-Winning Travel Expert

Mountain Traditions and the Art of the Cretan Feast

Suzy Karadsheh, the founder of The Mediterranean Dish

Karadsheh notes that while most travelers use Crete as a quick cruise stop, the authentic Crete reveals itself in the mountains. She recommends a 48-hour deep dive into the village of Livadia, where you can visit working shepherd homes to witness the making of lamb antikristo. This traditional method involves salting the meat heavily and slow-cooking it on vertical spits over an open fire for six hours. "We visited a working shepherd’s home and ended up spending the good part of the day making cheese and cooking lamb," she recalls. It’s a sensory experience that pairs perfectly with the island's famous "rusks"—hard bread soaked in tomato sauce, garlic and olive oil—and a glass of local anise-flavored Ouzo.

Related: This Might Be the Foodiest Cruise Ship in Europe—And It Sails From Rome to Athens

Finding the Authentic Side of Santorini

When it comes to the "classic" Greek aesthetic, Karadsheh suggests skipping the crowded center of Oia and heading to Kamari Beach on Santorini’s eastern coast. This black-sand haven offers a quieter home base just 15 minutes from the action. For a meal that feels like a secret, she points travelers 30 minutes south to The Cave of Nikolas at Akrotiri. This family-owned taverna was literally carved by hand out of a cave by "Uncle Nikolas" and serves fresh fish caught that morning. "It's a family-owned taverna where they serve you fresh fish that’s caught and you get to go pick the fish from a bin," Karadsheh explains. You won’t find a standardized menu here; instead, you tell the family exactly how you want it grilled or fried.

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Where Ancient History Greets Modern Luxury

Suzy Karadsheh of The Mediterranean Dish

In Athens, Karadsheh’s recommendation is the Electra Metropolis Hotel. While it’s a modern five-star property, its entrance is home to a tiny 16th-century church—one of the few surviving Ottoman-period Christian sites—that you literally have to walk around to enter. It's just Athens—it’s really where old and new meet," she notes. The rooftop breakfast offers what she calls a "worshipful" view of the Acropolis before the city’s bustle begins. To truly eat like a local in the capital, she suggests a visit to Kuzina, where Chef Aris Tsanaklidis blends his global culinary background with traditional Greek flavors, creating modern icons like feta-stuffed loukoumades (savory honey dumplings). Whether you are exploring the cobblestone streets of the Plaka or sourcing Koroneiki olive oil in Kythera, Karadsheh insists that the best souvenir isn't an object, but the realization that in Greece, you are never truly a stranger at the table.

Related: The Surprising European Travel Destination Everyone Should Visit at Least Once, According to Samantha Brown

Suzy’s Insider Tips for a Seamless Greek Escape

Navigating the islands can often feel intimidating for first-timers, but Karadsheh insists that the best strategy is simply to lean into the local hospitality. She suggests making fast friends with your hotel concierge, who can often arrange car services or ferry logistics that aren't always obvious on a standard booking site. When it comes to packing, skip the heavy wardrobe and prioritize a reusable water bottle—the tap water in Greece is excellent—and a pair of reliable walking shoes for those steep, cobblestone climbs. Most importantly, Karadsheh advises travelers to embrace the "student" mindset. If you aren't sure what to order, ask the server for the day’s freshest catch or a local specialty not on the main menu. In her experience, the most memorable moments happen when you stop acting like a tourist and start letting the locals lead the way.

Suzy Karadsheh is the two-time New York Times bestselling author of The Mediterranean Dish and Simply Dinner. Her line of signature olive oils and spices, sourced directly from the regions she visits, is available at TheMediterraneanDish.com. For information on her upcoming 2026 culinary tours to Tuscany and beyond, visit her website or follow her on social media @TheMediterraneanDish.

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It's always an exciting time whenever Little Debbie announces a brand-new expansion of its increasingly versatile product lineup.

Such is especially the case when we're talking about the iconic brand's recent collaboration with Nerdy Nuts, paving the way to multiple accessible peanut butter flavors sweet enough to eat with a spoon.

Just as their previous collab with Nerdy Nuts yielded some memorably delicious results, Little Debbie has once again given fans good reason to celebrate with three new snack cake-inspired flavors within Nerdy Nuts' portfolio.

According to a recent Instagram post from the company, Nerdy Nuts is cashing in on their continued partnership with Little Debbie by rolling out three new flavors based on some of the brand's most famous treats. This includes:

• Star Crunch Peanut Butter Treat: "'Smunchy' sweet dark chocolate peanut butter is layered on gooey caramel topping, topped with chocolate crispy rice cereal, and caramel bits! One of the most popular Little Debbie treats in peanut butter mode."
• Cosmic Brownie Peanut Butter Treat: "'Smunchy' sweet cocoa milk chocolate peanut butter is layered on chocolate sauce, topped with rich chocolate icing, brownie bites and those nostalgic rainbow candy-coated chocolate gems."
• Strawberry Shortcake Peanut Butter Roll: "'Smunchy' vanilla cake-flavored peanut butter is layered on strawberry sauce, swirled with whipped cream flavored mallow frosting, vanilla wafers, & a dusting of strawberry powder!"

All three flavors are currently available on Nerdy Nuts' official website, with prices listed around $13.99 per 16 oz jar.

As expected, the brand-new treat has been met with an overwhelmingly positive response from longtime peanut butter lovers and Little Debbie fans out there, many of whom were quick to voice their excitement on social media.

"I NEED TO TRY THESE," one fan commented on Instagram.

"Y'all are sabotaging my summer body," added another user with a laughing face emoji.

Comparisons are often made between HBO's Game of Thrones and The Lord of the Rings. They're both epic sci-fi/fantasy worlds that have accumulated a huge number of fans over the years. They both have otherworldly characters and a power struggle. But when it comes to the battle scenes, GoT took the top spot from LOTR when it released Season 8, Episode 3: "The Long Night."

The episode was aptly named, as the battle between the Night King and his Army of the Dead and the living was filmed at night over 11 weeks. Clocking in at 81 minutes, "The Long Night" surpassed The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers' Battle of Helm's Deep's (also known as the Battle of the Hornburg) 44-minute run time when it was released on April 28, 2019.

Kit Harrington as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones.

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However, despite the GoT episode breaking LOTR's record, director Miguel Sapochnik admitted to Entertainment Weekly that he rewatched the Battle of Helm's Deep scene to get an idea of how to create a battle scene that wouldn't give the audience "fatigue."

"For my reference point I watched [The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers] because the siege is a 40-minute sequence, but it’s actually three different battles in three different places intercut," he explained. With a runtime that was twice as long as LOTR, he decided the best solution was to switch things up.

"There’s suspense and horror and action and drama and we’re not stuck in killing upon killing because then everybody gets desensitized and it doesn’t mean anything," he said.

When The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers was released 17 years before "The Long Night," fans marveled at the detail, CGI, and emotional depth of the Battle of Helm's Deep. King Théoden (Bernard Hill) led his people to the fortress, believing they'd be safe from Saruman's Orcs, Uruk-hai, and Dunlendings. "The Hornburg has never fallen to assault," Théoden infamously declared.

After the fortress is breached by an explosion, Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), Gimli (John Rhys-Davies), Legolas (Orlando Bloom), and a group of Elf warriors fight to keep the enemies out. Eventually, Gandalf (Ian McKellen) shows up with the Rohirrim, and they win the battle.

According to executive producer Mark Ordesky, it took 120 days to shoot the memorable and epic scene; it definitely paid off. Thanks to the Battle of Helm's Deep, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers won twoAcademy Awards—one for Visual Effects and another for Sound Editing. To this day, it's still considered one of the greatest battle scenes in cinematic history.

Thought we were done with the Upside Down? Think again: It's back to Hawkins, Indiana we go with Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, the animated spinoff of the Netflixsci-fi juggernaut Stranger Things, which capped its five-season run on the streamer with a very action-packed (albeit polarizing, especially regarding Eleven’s ambiguous ending) series finale on New Year's Eve 2025.

The first screen spin-off in the Hawkins universe, Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 will reunite fans with beloved characters like Eleven, Mike, Will, Lucas, Dustin and Max, just in cartoon form. The series is executive produced by original Stranger Things creatorsMatt and Ross Duffer, who have called the animated spin-off "a dream."

In a statement to Netflix’s Tudum, the Duffers said: “We’ve always dreamed of an animated Stranger Things in the vein of the Saturday morning cartoons that we grew up loving, and to see this dream realised has been absolutely thrilling...The scripts and artwork are incredible, and we can’t wait to share more with you! The adventure continues…”

But that's not the only spinoff reportedly in store for fans, as the Duffer brothers have also teased a live-action extension of the Stranger Things universe. With Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 officially now on Netflix, here's everything you need to know about all of the Stranger Things spinoff reportedly in the works.

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Stranger Things: Tales From ’85

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What's Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 about?

“In the winter of 1985, snow blankets the town and the horrors of the Upside Down are finally fading,” the official synopsis for Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 reads. “Our heroes Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, Lucas, and Max have settled back into a normal life of D&D, snowball fights, and quiet days. But beneath the ice, something terrifying has awakened. Could it be from the Upside Down? From the depths of Hawkins Lab? Or from somewhere else entirely? Our heroes must race to solve this mystery and save Hawkins in this untold story set in the Stranger Things universe.”

According to showrunner Eric Robles, the spin-off expands the mythology of Hawkins while keeping the vibe playfully nostalgic, taking place between the second and third seasons of the live-action original, in the winter of 1985.

Speaking with Empire Magazine, Robles explained: “We wanted to go back to Hawkins and feel like a lost season.” The TV exec also added that the new show will hark back to the franchise's early days, “when the kids weren’t trying to save the world — they were just trying to save the town.”

Related: Is the ‘Stranger Things’ Cinematic Universe Real?

Who's in the Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 cast?

Let's get the bad news out of the way, shall we? No, Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp nor any of the other original Stranger Things cast members are reprising their roles for Stranger Things: Tales From ’85.

But good news, that just means that you have the opportunity to meet an entirely new vocal cast as they take on characters you already know and love: Brooklyn Davey Norstedt stars as Eleven, Jolie Hoang-Rappaport as Max, Luca Diaz as Mike, Ej (Elisha) Williams as Lucas, Braxton Quinney as Dustin, Ben Plessala as Will and Brett Gipson as Hopper. (Additional voices include Odessa A’zion, Janeane Garofalo and Lou Diamond Phillips.)

Is Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 out yet?

Yes, Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 premiered on Netflix on Friday, April 23. Graciously, unlike the split-release nature of the last season of Stranger Things, all 10 episodes dropped in one fell swoop and are already available to stream. (Here's what fans are saying so far about the animated series.)

Related: ‘Stranger Things’ Spin-Off Novel Sells Out on Day 1

Untitled Live-Action Stranger Things Spinoff (L to R) Finn Wolfhard as Mike Wheeler, Caleb McLaughlin as Lucas Sinclair, Sadie Sink as Max Mayfield, Noah Schnapp as Will Byers, and Gaten Matarazzo as Dustin Henderson in Stranger Things: Season 5. Courtesy of Netflix/Netflix © 2025

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What's the untitled live-action Stranger Things spinoff about?

Aside from Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, the Duffers are also reportedly developing a live-action Stranger Things spinoff for Netflix, though few concrete details have been released thus far from the powers that be. Here's what we do know: "It's different characters, different town, different story. But it's connected in some ways to the flagship," Ross Duffer revealed in a December 2025 interview with Comic Book Resources. "We really wanted [season 5 of Stranger Things] to be the end of the story of Hawkins and the Upside Down and these characters and close the door."

The new show will include a detail from the old one, though: the rock Henry Creel finds in that briefcase in the final season of Stranger Things. "The spinoff is going to delve into that and explain that, and you’re going to understand it," Matt Duffer told Variety in January. "But it’s a completely different mythology. So it’s not a deep exploration of the Mind Flayer or anything like that. It’s very fresh and very new, but yes, it will answer some of the loose threads that are remaining." 

"It’s an idea we’ve had for years and something we’re just really excited and passionate about," Ross Duffer shared with The Hollywood Reporter. "We won’t be showrunning that show, but we’ll be heavily involved. So, as the new year comes around, we’re going to start spending more time on that. Hopefully it’s something announced soon-ish.

Related: Every ‘Stranger Things’ Season, Ranked

Who's in the cast of the untitled live-action Stranger Things spinoff?

So far, no casting pronouncements have been made regarding the Duffers' live-action Stranger Things spinoff. However, unlike the Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 animated spinoff, don't expect to hear from Eleven, Hopper and the rest of the Hawkins gang. "This is the end of the story for these characters of Hawkins, for the Upside Down," Ross Duffer said to THR about the Stranger Things season finale, which dropped on Netflix on New Year's Eve. Rather, the planned live-action series will feature "a different decade and different characters, but of course, still connected to the Stranger Things universe."

However, it seems like an O.G. Stranger Things star also has intel about the spinoff. Likening the planned series to David Lynch’s Twin Peaks, Finn Wolfhard told Variety that the live-action show is "sort of an anthology and different tones but similar universe or same universe. I think set in different places and all tied together through this mythology of the Upside Down. Don’t even talk about Hawkins. Don’t have any mention of our characters," he joked.

"They were toying around with ideas in case Netflix wanted them. I’m sure they do, and I’m sure it will happen, but there’s nothing official," the actor added. "I think the coolest way, the way that I would do it, there has to be labs everywhere. If there was one in Hawkins, there’s one in Russia. Where else could they be?”

When is the untitled live-action Stranger Things spinoff coming out?

A release window has not yet been announced for the live-action Stranger Things spinoff, but Parade will keep you posted as soon as we know timeframes!

Is Stranger Things: The First Shadow still on Broadway? NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 22: The cast take a bow onstage during Stranger Things: The First Shadow - Broadway Opening Night at Marquis Theatre on April 22, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Netflix)

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The first expansion of the Stranger Things universe was actually made for the stage, not the screen: Written by Kate Refry from an original story by the Duffer Brothers and Jack Thorn, Stranger Things: The First Shadow had its official opening night on April 22, 2025 at the Marquis Theatre in New York City and has been playing on Broadway ever since.

Stranger Things: The First Shadow acts both as a prequel to the five-season Netflix series as well as its own standalone story, taking place 20 years before Stranger Things and following Hopper, Joyce Maldonado (later Joyce Byers), Bob Newby and Henry Creel as students.

In 1950s Hawkins, Indiana, “the Creel family seeks a fresh start, especially their teenage son Henry, who is eager to escape his troubled past," reads the play's plot synopsis. "Initially, things go well—he finds friendship and joins the school play. But when a wave of shocking crimes strikes the town, Henry is forced to confront a terrifying truth: is something inside him that connects him to the horrors unfolding around him?”

“As this thrilling mystery races forward, shadows of the past are unleashed, relationships are tested, and the town of Hawkins faces the ultimate question: Can the power of friendship outshine the darkness within?” the description continues.

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Gilligan’s Island aired from 1964 until 1967, lasting only three seasons. Out of the 98 episodes that were released, the highest rated took place during season 2, according to IMDb. It was titled: “Don’t Bug the Mosquitos.”

The episode, which aired in December 1965, was about a rock band called The Mosquitoes (a play on The Beatles), who arrived on the island for a vacation to escape their fans. They planned to stay for a full month, but the castaways, hoping to hitch a ride with them, tried to make them miserable so they would leave earlier. Of course, when they ultimately escape on a helicopter, it’s without the main cast.

The Mosquitoes were portrayed by a real band called The Wellingtons. They sang the theme song for the first season of the show, called "The Ballad of Gilligan's Island." In addition to singing multiple tunes throughout this top-rated episode, their music can be heard over the radio in many other episodes.

However, The Mosquitoes weren't the only band featured in this episode. The Honeybees—which consisted of Ginger, Mary Ann and Mrs. Howell—also performed. They sang “You Need Us,” but Mary Ann’s singing voice was provided by Jackie DeShannon, the iconic singer who is known for "What the World Needs Now Is Love." She also wrote "When You Walk in the Room" and "Bette Davis Eyes."

One reviewer of this episode said, “If you've never seen Gilligan's Island, this is the first episode you should see. It is so funny! Everyone is at the top of their game and the plot hits every base on the field.”

Another said, "To me this is the best episode for a number of reasons. ... The creators of Gilligan's Island produced a perfect time capsule of what music and pop culture were at this time in America."

Related:1962 ‘The Twilight Zone’ Episode Was Ranked as Having the Best Plot Twist in the Entire Series

In addition to being a fan favorite, “Don’t Bug the Mosquitos” has also been rated one of the 5 best Gilligan's Island episodes from E! News. It comes in right below “The Producer,” which is about a Hollywood producer who lands on the island, causing the castaways to put on a performance of Hamlet.