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Sacha Baron Cohen quietly revives Ali G with secret Indahouse sequel
Sacha Baron Cohen has secretly shot a sequel to 2003’s Ali G Indahouse, reviving the Ali G character for a surprise film project; the piece also touches on Armie Hammer’s reaction to Citizen Vigilante and Netflix’s strategy to bring YouTube-style “fan-favorite” videos to paid subscriptions to boost growth.
Boomer Flashback: 30 Nostalgic Icons That Spark Sweet Memories
BuzzFeed’s Nostalgia Nerd curates a photo list of 30 iconic items and moments from mid‑20th‑century life aimed at Boomers, including Nestlé Quik in a tin, The Ed Sullivan Show, Schwinn Sting‑Ray bikes, elaborate Jell‑O desserts, waxed‑paper lunch wraps, 8‑track players, full‑service gas stations, and more, to evoke memories of the era.
The Ultimate Celebrity Weddings: Ten Extravagant Vows That Made Headlines
Rolling Stone counts down 10 of the most over-the-top celebrity weddings, from Madonna and Sean Penn’s 1985 Malibu ceremony to Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s 2025 Venice fete, detailing extravagant venues, guest lists, designer gowns, and media spectacle that helped redefine celebrity wedding culture.
World Cup 2026 Gets a Silver Screen Casting: Teams as Movie Archetypes
THR reimagines the 2026 World Cup as a cinema lineup, pairing each country with a movie archetype—USA as Marty Supreme, France as The Odyssey, Argentina as Star Wars, Brazil as The Sound of Music, Spain as Obsession, Portugal as Lost in Translation, England as Alan Partridge, Scotland as Sweet Sixteen, Canada as Cool Runnings, and Cape Verde as Rocky—using film tropes to capture each team's spirit and the tournament's knockout drama.
Real Voices, Real Work: Sex Workers Challenge TV's Portrayals
Sex workers critique recent on-screen depictions (Euphoria, Margo's Got Money Troubles, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed) for glamorizing or stereotyping the work, stressing the real labor behind content creation—from building brands and managing clients to navigating banking and taxes—while debunking myths of easy money; they welcome the spotlight for sparking conversation but want authentic portrayals shaped by real workers to reduce stigma.
Olsen siblings reunite at Trent's wedding in rare family portrait
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen joined their siblings for a rare family appearance at Trent Olsen's wedding, posing in a large group photo with Elizabeth Olsen and spouses Louis Eisner and Robbie Arnett, plus half-siblings Courtney and Jake. The gathering marks a rare public Olsen moment as the sisters, famously private, have stepped back from acting to focus on their fashion label The Row and other pursuits.
Eighties in Focus: 29 Iconic Photos That Define the Decade
BuzzFeed curates 29 nostalgic photos from the 1980s, ranging from everyday items like pay stubs and Easy-Bake Ovens to iconic gadgets (Walkman, Nintendo) and moments that capture the era’s fashion, tech, and pop culture.
Time Capsule: 29 Iconic 1980s Snapshots You Won't Believe Existed
A BuzzFeed list curates 29 vintage 1980s photos, from Walkmans and early computers to iconic packaging and household gadgets, offering a nostalgic tour of how design and consumer culture looked four decades ago.
Noah Kahan Urges Fans to Hit the Bathroom After Pants-Pooping Spotlight at Concerts
Following a viral post about fans pooping at shows, Noah Kahan urged concertgoers on X to use the bathroom, adding a humorous but pointed plea about concert etiquette; the piece also nods to Olivia Rodrigo’s earlier diaper-front-row discussions.
Hollywood's Forgotten Stars: Where Are They Now?
A BuzzFeed list highlights celebrities who dominated earlier decades but largely stepped away from acting or faded from the spotlight—including Rick Moranis, Tara Reid, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Erik von Detten, Kate Upton, Meg Ryan, Emma Watson, the Olsen twins and more—explaining personal reasons for hiatuses (family, privacy, career shifts) and noting occasional returns, with a call for readers to share who they miss.
Keke Palmer and Sean Evans Spark Dating Speculation After NYC Sightings
Keke Palmer and Sean Evans were spotted in New York together, fueling dating rumors; Palmer said they are "hanging out" but stopped short of confirming a romance, while experts explain fans’ fascination with celebrity relationships and the parasocial dynamics at play.
Keke Palmer Downplays Romance Rumors With Sean Evans: 'That's My Guy'
Keke Palmer addressed rumors about her relationship with Sean Evans during Spotify's Conversations That Channel Culture panel at Cannes Lions, saying they’re just hanging out and taking things day by day, calling Evans “that’s my guy.” The nearly decade-long friendship and their viral chemistry from past collaborations were highlighted, but she stopped short of confirming a romance.
Elmo Makes Team USA His World Cup Pick
Elmo breaks his earlier fence-sitting by publicly backing Team USA for the FIFA World Cup in a new video, wearing a Team USA jersey and saying he hopes the U.S. wins while stressing that he loves everybody. The moment follows weeks of backlash over his NBA Finals posts about Knicks loyalty, with playful jabs from Cookie Monster and even a goodwill nod from Jalen Brunson after the Knicks won the Finals, underscoring the crossover between sports, Sesame Street, and pop culture.
Before the Moment: 26 Behind-the-Scenes Shots That Became Icons
BuzzFeed’s 26-photo gallery collects behind-the-scenes moments taken just seconds before iconic pop-culture shots, from the Friends cast’s pre-finale meal to BTS prep for album covers and famous movie stills, illustrating how off-camera moments shape some of the era’s most recognizable images.