Sam Levinson has confirmed that Season 3 of Euphoria serves as the show's official ending, with HBO also confirming the series finale. Levinson said the story he set out to tell—centered on addiction and its consequences—has now reached its natural conclusion. In the final episodes, the show took a dramatic turn, with Nate Jacobs dying in the penultimate episode and central character Rue Bennett, played by Zendaya, dying from a fentanyl overdose in the series finale. Levinson revealed that Rue's ending was partly inspired by and dedicated to late cast member Angus Cloud, who died in 2023. He described the finale as a tribute to Cloud and "a prayer for the future." The final season faced numerous challenges, including a four-year gap since Season 2, Hollywood strikes, the deaths of Cloud and producer Kevin Turen, and the difficulty of reuniting a cast that had become major stars, including Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, and Sydney Sweeney.

Hannah Waddingham has opened up about the creative challenges of working with Jason Sudeikis on the hit series Ted Lasso, revealing that his last-minute script changes can be both frustrating and rewarding. Waddingham, who plays team owner Rebecca Welton, joked that she and Sudeikis have an ongoing "love-hate relationship" because of his habit of rewriting scenes on the fly. According to the actress, Sudeikis often adjusts dialogue after hearing it performed, forcing cast members to stay flexible and adapt quickly. Her comments come after reports that production on the show's third season faced delays, with some blaming extensive rewrites during filming. Despite the challenges, Waddingham appeared to speak fondly of the process, describing it as part of Sudeikis' creative style.

Tom Hardy's reported departure from the hit Paramount+ series MobLand is creating a major headache for producers, who may now have to spend millions rewriting and reshooting parts of the show's second season. According to reports, Hardy was fired after an alleged clash with producers during the filming of Season 2. The actor plays Harry Da Souza, a central character in the crime drama, making his sudden exit difficult for writers and producers to work around. Insiders claim the season finale was nearly complete when the decision was made, meaning producers may now have to rework key scenes to explain why Hardy's character is no longer part of the story. The challenge is even bigger because the show has already been renewed and plans for a third season are moving forward. Reports also claim tensions had been building behind the scenes. Sources allege Hardy was frequently late, pushed for script changes, and offered creative notes that were not always welcomed by producers. There are also claims he became frustrated that more attention was being given to co-stars Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan. The reported dispute allegedly involved producer Jez Butterworth, with some reports suggesting tensions became so severe that the production team felt they could no longer continue working with Hardy.

Morgan Wallen had a rough moment on stage Friday night in Denver when a piano malfunction turned into a headline-making meltdown. While performing his song “Sand In My Boots” at Empower Field during his Still The Problem Tour, the country star appeared frustrated by technical issues with the instrument and shoved the piano hard enough to send it and the bench crashing forward. Pieces reportedly broke off as stunned fans gasped. Rather than stop the show, Wallen walked away from the overturned piano and finished the song a cappella, earning cheers from much of the crowd. Video of the incident quickly went viral, with fans split on whether it was a justified reaction to equipment problems or an unprofessional outburst. Some compared it to rock stars smashing guitars, while others pointed out that someone could have been hurt.

Backrooms is the No. 1 movie in North America this weekend, earning $81.5 million over the weekend.

Here’s the rest of the top 10:
2. Obsession - $26.4 million
3. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu - $25 million
4. Michael - $11.7 million
5. The Breadwinner - $7.5 million
6. The Devil Wears Prada 2 - $5.9 million
7. Pressure - $5.8 million
8. The Sheep Detectives - $4.6 million
9. Passenger - $2.6 million
10. Mortal Kombat II - $2 million

After spending years hosting CNN's New Year's Eve coverage, Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen are teaming up for a new patriotic celebration. The two will host Independence Eve Live with Anderson & Andy on July 3 from New York City's Times Square as part of CNN's nationwide The Fourth in America: Celebrating 250 coverage, marking the lead-up to America's 250th birthday. The special will feature celebrity guests, cultural figures, and stories from around the country, culminating with a special midnight ball drop designed for the anniversary celebration. CNN's festivities will continue throughout July 4 with live coverage from Washington, D.C., including the White House's Freedom 250 celebration on the National Mall. Cooper will later broadcast from Boston during the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. The network's coverage will also feature performances from a wide range of artists, including Lainey Wilson, Chance the Rapper, Charlie Puth, Josh Groban, Kane Brown, Goo Goo Dolls, Maren Morris, Rod Stewart, Lil Wayne, AJR, Kool & the Gang, and Chaka Khan.

Blake Lively’s business empire is taking major hits as several of her consumer brands are being pulled or downgraded at major retailers. Whole Foods has removed her canned cocktail line Betty Booze from its coolers, and Target has placed her exclusive hair?care line Blake Brown on clearance—just two years after its high?profile 2024 launch. Internal court documents recently revealed that Blake Brown was projected to hit $100 million in its first year but fell dramatically short, with sales reportedly dropping 56% to 90%. Betty Booze was already struggling before the Justin Baldoni lawsuit, and her non?alcoholic mixer line Betty Buzz shut down entirely in 2025. All of this comes in the wake of Lively’s legal defeat. She sued It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni in 2024, accusing him of sexual harassment and orchestrating a smear campaign. Baldoni countersued for $400 million. Earlier this year, a judge dismissed 10 of her 13 claims, including all harassment and defamation allegations. On May 4—one day before trial—the two sides settled. Lively received no money and no apology, while Baldoni’s team called it a “total victory.” The combination of the lawsuit outcome, public backlash, and collapsing brand performance has fueled speculation that Lively and Ryan Reynolds may retreat to the U.K. to escape the spotlight.

Sherlock Holmes is getting another TV universe expansion, but this time the spotlight is shifting to his legendary enemy, Professor Moriarty. A new series currently titled Moriarty is in development from Fremantle and Archery Pictures. The show reimagines Moriarty as a modern-day criminal mastermind who secretly runs organized crime across Northern England while working publicly as a professor of criminal psychology at Durham University. Things get messy when another criminal organization threatens his empire, forcing Moriarty to team up with police as a consultant to take down the competition — all while hiding the fact that he’s basically the guy causing half the crime in the first place. Casting hasn’t been announced yet, but the role has big shoes to fill after portrayals by actors like Andrew Scott, Ralph Fiennes and Jared Harris.

ElevenLabs has signed a deal to digitally revive the voice and likeness of late Marvel legend Stan Lee for AI-powered projects. The company says fans will now be able to use an AI version of Stan Lee’s voice to narrate books through its Eleven Reader app, while creators can generate comic-style images of Lee using visual templates inspired by Marvel panels. The voice model was reportedly trained using professional recordings of Lee before his death in 2018. The partnership is with Stan Lee Universe, which says the goal is to keep Lee’s personality and storytelling spirit alive for fans. The rollout even includes a monthly “Stan Lee Book Club,” where AI-Stan narrates classic public-domain books starting with Treasure Island. The move is part of a growing trend where celebrity estates are licensing AI versions of famous stars. ElevenLabs already offers voices and likenesses tied to names like Michael Caine, Judy Garland and David Hasselhoff.

Adam Sandler is catching heat online after showing up to his wife’s movie premiere looking like he was headed to a late-night grocery run instead of a Hollywood red carpet. Sandler attended the Los Angeles premiere of the new Netflix film Office Romance alongside his wife, Jackie Sandler, who stars in the movie with Jennifer Lopez. While Jackie arrived dressed glamorously in a black mini dress and heels, Adam stuck to his trademark casual style — rocking a bright orange New York Knicks hoodie, blue sweatpants, and colorful sneakers. Fans online were divided. Critics blasted the look as disrespectful and lazy, saying he could’ve at least worn a collared shirt for his wife’s big night. Others defended him, arguing that dressing like a suburban dad at Costco is basically Adam Sandler’s brand at this point. The outfit also doubled as a celebration of the New York Knicks making the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, which apparently mattered more to Sandler than tuxedos.

Steven Spielberg is back in alien territory, and apparently he’s not ruling out little green visitors anymore. A final trailer for Disclosure Day dropped yesterday, with Spielberg admitting he now believes there’s probably other intelligent life out there in the universe — more than he did back when he made Close Encounters of the Third Kind and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. The new sci-fi thriller follows two people caught in a massive government conspiracy tied to alien life. The film stars Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor, with a stacked supporting cast including Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, Colman Domingo and Wyatt Russell. Spielberg says “Disclosure” could actually bring people together and remind humanity there’s “something bigger out there than just ourselves.” Either that, or aliens finally got tired of buffering Earth from a distance. Disclosure Day lands in theaters June 12.

 

A24 has released the first teaser for Primetime, a new drama starring Robert Pattinson as former Dateline NBC correspondent Chris Hansen. The film is based around the controversial NBC series To Catch a Predator, where Hansen confronted adults accused of trying to meet minors for sex after online sting operations. The teaser leans into the tension and media frenzy surrounding the show’s peak in the mid-2000s. The movie is directed by documentary filmmaker Lance Oppenheim in his feature-film debut and also stars Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, and Phoebe Bridgers. The official synopsis is short and simple: “In 2006, To Catch a Predator host Chris Hansen sets out to make television history.” The film is expected to hit theaters in the fall.

Dutton Ranch is already a monster hit for Paramount+, becoming the biggest series launch in the platform’s history. According to Paramount, the first two episodes pulled in 12.9 million views within just seven days after premiering May 15. That crushed the previous record held by Mobland, which debuted with 8.8 million views earlier this year. The network also aired the premiere episodes on linear TV, where they averaged 2.9 million viewers in a single night, according to Nielsen.

The search for the next James Bond is turning into Hollywood’s longest-running guessing game, and now a surprise new contender is shaking up the odds. Since Daniel Craig wrapped up his run as Bond in No Time to Die, fans have been waiting for news on who’ll inherit the tuxedo, the Aston Martin, and the lifelong obligation to stare dramatically at martinis. The usual names — Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Harris Dickinson, and Callum Turner — are still leading the betting odds, but Leo Suter from Vikings: Valhalla has suddenly entered the conversation. The 32-year-old actor recently hinted he’d gladly take the role, saying, “Watch this space.” The Bond franchise is also entering a major transition after the Broccoli family handed creative control to Amazon MGM Studios. Meanwhile, Denis Villeneuve is reportedly attached to direct the next movie, with Steven Knight writing the script. Rumors suggest the reboot could focus on a younger Bond early in his MI6 career. Other names still floating around include Jacob Elordi, Jack O'Connell, and longtime fan favorite Henry Cavill, who famously lost the role to Craig back in 2006.

Russell Crowe is defending himself after a viral video showed him sternly warning fans outside his Paris hotel before signing autographs. The actor told the crowd not to “push in” on him and warned that if anyone acted like “a d***,” he would leave. Despite the tough tone, Crowe later responded on X saying everybody still got their autograph and selfies, hotel access stayed clear for guests, and he still made it to the airport on time. He added, “One man, no security. Handled. What’s your problem?” Crowe has been spending time in Paris attending the French Open, where he even snagged a stray tennis ball from the crowd like Maximus discovering pickleball. He attended the event with girlfriend Britney Theriot, whom he’s been dating since 2020.

Star Wars: Mandalorian and Grogu -- starring Pedro Pascal and Sigourney Weaver -- is the No. 1 movie in North America, earning $82 million over the weekend.

Here’s the rest of the top 10:
2. Obsession - $22.4 million
3. Michael - $20 million
4. The Devil Wears Prada 2 - $12.6 million
5. The Sheep Detectives - $9 million
6. Passenger - $8.7 million
7. Mortal Kombat II - $6.2 million
8. I Love Boosters - $3.7 million
9. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - $3.2 million
10. Project Hail Mary - $2.7 million

Fans of The Big Bang Theory just got another sneak peek at the upcoming spinoff Stuart Fails to Save the Universe — and yes, Wil Wheaton is officially back in the chaos. A newly released HBO Max teaser briefly shows Wheaton reprising the exaggerated version of himself he played throughout The Big Bang Theory. In the clip, he appears inside Stuart’s comic book store and seems to blast an energy weapon at Stuart and the gang during what looks like full-blown multiverse madness. Wheaton originally appeared in 17 episodes of the main series between Seasons 3 and 12, usually serving as Sheldon Cooper’s favorite mortal enemy. The new show centers on comic book shop owner Stuart Bloom, played again by Kevin Sussman. The storyline kicks off after Stuart accidentally breaks a machine built by Sheldon and Leonard, triggering a multiverse disaster that threatens reality itself. Stuart teams up with Denise, Bert, and Barry Kripke to try fixing the universe while encountering alternate-reality versions of familiar characters from the original series. Judging by the title, things do not exactly go smoothly. Stuart Fails to Save the Universe premieres in July on HBO Max.

Ben Stiller will star in and executive produce Protective Custody, a new comedy series being developed by Mike Judge for Apple. The series follows a disgraced financier accused of massive fraud who lands in protective custody while awaiting trial. From there, he’s forced to survive prison politics, repair his shattered image and deal with the fallout from his actions. Think white-collar crime meets prison chaos — with awkward comedy layered on top. The show marks Stiller’s first lead role in a scripted comedy series outside of sketch television. Judge, best known for Silicon Valley, Beavis and Butt-Head and King of the Hill, will co-write, co-run and direct the project alongside writers Steve Hely and Dave King. According to reports, the original pitch was described as Hogan’s Heroes meets The Office — which sounds either brilliant or like HR’s worst nightmare.

The American Music Awards are loading up on celebrities for this year’s show in Las Vegas, and the first wave of presenters is officially out. Among the names taking the stage: comedian Hannah Berner, Lisa Rinna, Nikki Glaser, and Megan Stalter. Also joining the lineup are Ludacris, John Legend, Jason Derulo, Gabriel Iglesias, and Matt Rife. The show will be hosted by Queen Latifah and airs live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on CBS and Paramount+. The performance lineup is stacked too, with appearances from Billy Idol, Karol G, Hootie & the Blowfish, Keith Urban, Maluma, Twenty One Pilots, and Teddy Swims. Country star Darius Rucker will also receive the Veterans Voice Award as part of the show’s focus on honoring military veterans and service organizations. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift leads all nominees with eight nominations, while Morgan Wallen, Sabrina Carpenter and others follow close behind with seven each. The show airs Monday on CBS.

Hulu is diving back into the true-crime world with a new three-part docuseries about infamous Boston mob boss James “Whitey” Bulger — and it’ll be narrated by Ben Affleck. The series, currently titled Hunting Whitey Bulger, promises a deep look into the rise, manhunt, capture, and violent death of the notorious gangster who led Boston’s Winter Hill Gang. Bulger became one of America’s most wanted fugitives after his former FBI handler, John Connolly, allegedly tipped him off about an impending indictment. That warning helped Bulger disappear for 16 years before authorities finally tracked him down in 2011. He was later convicted on 31 counts, including racketeering and involvement in 11 murders, and sentenced to two consecutive life terms. In 2018, Bulger was beaten to death in prison just hours after being transferred to a new facility. According to Hulu, the series will feature brand-new reporting, never-before-seen handwritten prison letters, and interviews with key people speaking publicly for the first time. The project aims to tell what it calls the “definitive inside story” behind the hunt for Bulger. Bulger’s life has already inspired multiple Hollywood projects, including The Departed and Black Mass.

The NASCAR world is in shock after news broke that Kyle Busch has died at the age of 41 following a sudden and severe illness. Busch had reportedly been hospitalized earlier yesterday and was forced to withdraw from this weekend’s Coca-Cola 600 before NASCAR later confirmed his passing in a joint statement with his family and Richard Childress Racing. NASCAR called Busch a “once-in-a-generation talent” and praised his fierce competitiveness, massive skill, and deep connection with fans, especially his loyal “Rowdy Nation.” Busch spent more than two decades racing at the sport’s highest level and became one of the most successful drivers in NASCAR history, winning Cup Series championships in 2015 and 2019. Busch’s career numbers are staggering. He racked up 63 Cup Series victories and an all-time record 234 wins across NASCAR’s top three national series. His last Cup win came in 2023, his first season driving for Richard Childress Racing after leaving Joe Gibbs Racing. Earlier in the day, reports said Busch had been battling an undisclosed illness and was undergoing treatment after experiencing symptoms during recent races, including at Watkins Glen where he reportedly asked for medical attention over the radio. Austin Hill had been tapped to replace him in the No. 8 Chevrolet for the Coca-Cola 600.

Universal Pictures and director Michael Bay are developing a movie based on the real-life rescue mission that recovered two American pilots after their F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down behind enemy lines in Iran during Operation Epic Fury. The film will reportedly be based on an upcoming 2027 book by author Mitchell Zuckoff and will focus on the high-risk military operation carried out in Iran’s Zagros Mountains. The rescue mission successfully extracted both the pilot and weapons systems officer after the aircraft went down during combat operations. The daring recovery became international news and reportedly caught Bay’s attention as he searched for his next directing project.

Police were called to a Hollywood Hills mansion owned by Johnny Depp on Tuesday after a woman allegedly showed up outside the property and refused to leave. According to reports, the LAPD got a call around 4 p.m. claiming the woman was trespassing and sitting near the front gate of the actor’s estate in West Hollywood. Sources say the woman had reportedly been hanging around the property several times over the weekend and had become a growing concern for neighbors. She was allegedly seen filming around the mansion and acting suspiciously, and may have been trying to leave some kind of message for Depp. By the time officers arrived, the woman had already disappeared, and no arrests were made.

Ray Romano is still cashing monster checks from Everybody Loves Raymond more than 20 years after the sitcom ended. Reports say Romano earns up to $18 million a year in syndication and streaming residuals from the show airing on platforms like Paramount+ and Peacock. Back in 2005, Romano set a Guinness World Record by making nearly $2 million per episode during the show’s ninth and final season. His massive contract also included royalties from syndicated reruns, which sparked tension with co-star Brad Garrett, who played Robert Barone. Garrett reportedly refused to work unless CBS renegotiated the cast’s contracts, arguing the pay gap was way out of line. The dispute got serious enough that his character was temporarily removed from an episode, and fellow cast members Patricia Heaton, Doris Roberts, and Peter Boyle backed him by calling out sick in solidarity. CBS eventually came back to the table. Garrett’s salary jumped significantly, and the supporting cast received small ownership stakes in the show’s syndication profits. Romano later admitted he knew backlash was coming once his salary numbers became public, saying the fight was “inevitable.”

South Park is officially coming back for Season 29 on September 16, and the first teaser is exactly as classy as fans would expect. Trey Parker and Matt Stone announced the premiere date during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. Shortly afterward, Comedy Central released a 10-second promo featuring Cartman sitting on a toilet accompanied by very enthusiastic bathroom sound effects. So yes, after nearly three decades, the creative vision remains: “What if fart jokes, but professionally?” During the interview, host Jimmy Kimmel joked that Parker and Stone probably wouldn’t start making the season until the day before it airs. Parker admitted they’ll actually return to work in late August — but “only for a few hours a day.”