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DWTS Season 35: Ciara Miller Eliminated on Mariah Carey Night
entertainment2 days ago

DWTS Season 35: Ciara Miller Eliminated on Mariah Carey Night

On October 6, 2026, 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 35 eliminated Ciara Miller and pro partner Brandon Armstrong following a 'Mariah Carey Night' theme. Miller received a 21/30 score for a jazz routine to 'Emotions,' becoming the fifth celebrity to exit the competition. Maura Higgins and Mark Ballas achieved the season's highest score of 25/30, while Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson posted the lowest score of 13/30 but survived due to viewer votes.

DWTS Season 35: Ciara Miller Eliminated in Mariah Carey Tribute Week
entertainment2 days ago

DWTS Season 35: Ciara Miller Eliminated in Mariah Carey Tribute Week

Ciara Miller and pro partner Brandon Armstrong were eliminated from 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 35 following a Jazz routine to 'Emotions' on a Mariah Carey-themed episode. Maura Higgins and Mark Ballas achieved the season's highest score of 25/30, while Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson posted the lowest score of 13/30 but survived due to viewer votes. This marks the second consecutive week of unexpected eliminations on the show.

A24's 'Primetime' Sparks Cultural Reckoning and Legal Backlash
culture2 days ago

A24's 'Primetime' Sparks Cultural Reckoning and Legal Backlash

A24's 'Primetime,' starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen, has ignited a national debate over the ethics of public humiliation in media. While the film opens to strong box office numbers, it faces fierce criticism from Hansen, who calls it a 'twisted' misrepresentation of his work. Simultaneously, a wave of documentaries on 'The Swan' and 'America's Next Top Model' reflects a broader cultural desire to scrutinize the exploitative practices of 2000s reality television.

Jackson Olson Apologizes to Guillermo Rodriguez After DWTS Comment Sparks Backlash
entertainment2 days ago

Jackson Olson Apologizes to Guillermo Rodriguez After DWTS Comment Sparks Backlash

Savannah Bananas player Jackson Olson issued a public apology to fellow 'Dancing With the Stars' contestant Guillermo Rodriguez after a deleted comment criticizing Rodriguez's dancing skills sparked significant online backlash. Olson posted a video on Instagram on October 6, featuring Rodriguez, to make amends. The controversy has impacted Olson's elimination odds, with prediction markets showing a 43% chance of him being voted out in the upcoming episode, despite his recent low scores.

FBI probes disappearance of 'Survivor' star and teen son after custody violation
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FBI probes disappearance of 'Survivor' star and teen son after custody violation

The FBI is investigating the disappearance of former 'Survivor: China' contestant Jaime Dugan and her 16-year-old son, Harper Huffman, after she failed to return him to his father following a weekend visit on Aug. 30. A South Carolina judge has issued an arrest warrant for Dugan after she missed multiple court dates and refused to disclose their whereabouts. Harper's father, Erik Huffman, has sole custody and is actively searching for his son, expressing concern for his safety. The case stems from a contentious 2024 divorce, during which Dugan made unsubstantiated abuse allegations against Huffman that the court deemed unfounded.

Kody Brown’s Estrangement With Most of His 18 Children Deepens as Sister Wives Enters New Era
entertainment5 days ago

Kody Brown’s Estrangement With Most of His 18 Children Deepens as Sister Wives Enters New Era

Kody Brown is estranged from the majority of his 18 children, a division that persists even as he and his sole remaining wife, Robyn, exit Sister Wives. While he maintains close ties with Robyn’s five children, his relationships with the children of his three ex-wives have largely fractured. Janelle Brown estimates he is alienated from 90 to 95 percent of his offspring. The estrangement stems from unresolved conflicts, including Kody’s refusal to apologize for past actions, his attempts to restrict negative commentary about him in media contracts, and his perceived lack of accountability regarding the suicide of his son, Garrison, in 2024. As Season 21 premieres without the patriarch, the focus shifts to the ex-wives and their new lives, highlighting the permanent rupture of the Brown family structure.

Former 'The Swan' Contestants Detail Long-Term Dental and Surgical Trauma in New Hulu Documentary
entertainment5 days ago

Former 'The Swan' Contestants Detail Long-Term Dental and Surgical Trauma in New Hulu Documentary

A new Hulu documentary, 'The Swan: Behind the Mirror,' revisits the 2004 Fox reality series, revealing that former contestants suffered severe long-term medical complications, including dental failures and ruptured implants, from coercive cosmetic procedures. While the film highlights the show's exploitative nature, critics note it fails to fully address the broader cultural context of early 2000s beauty standards.

Surgeon Defends 'The Swan' Photo Shoot as 'Artistic' Amid New Documentary Reckoning
entertainment6 days ago

Surgeon Defends 'The Swan' Photo Shoot as 'Artistic' Amid New Documentary Reckoning

Dr. Randal Haworth, a plastic surgeon from the 2004 reality series 'The Swan,' disputes claims of a nude photo shoot in a new Hulu documentary, calling it 'exceedingly artistic.' While former contestants detail severe medical complications and coercive practices, Haworth argues the show pushed boundaries but did not go 'too far' medically. Critics note the documentary fails to fully address the cultural context of early 2000s beauty standards.

Big Brother 28 Runner-Up Taylor Brown Blasts Drew Campbell as 'Lapdog' After Devens Wins
entertainment6 days ago

Big Brother 28 Runner-Up Taylor Brown Blasts Drew Campbell as 'Lapdog' After Devens Wins

Big Brother 28 runner-up Taylor Brown criticized third-place finisher Drew Campbell for being a 'lapdog' to the 'Icons' alliance. Winner Rick Devens evicted Campbell during the finale, taking Brown to the end. Brown argued the Icons had an unfair advantage due to their existing fame, while Campbell admitted he would have voted for Devens regardless.

Rick Devens Wins Big Brother 28, Becoming First Survivor Alum to Claim Title
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Rick Devens Wins Big Brother 28, Becoming First Survivor Alum to Claim Title

Rick Devens won Big Brother Season 28, becoming the first former Survivor contestant to claim the title. He defeated Taylor Brown 6-1 in the jury vote, securing $750,000 plus additional bonuses for a total of $810,000. The finale featured a dramatic betrayal where Devens evicted his close ally Drew Campbell to face Brown in the final two.

Rick Devens Defends 'Big Brother' Victory Against 'Survivor' Rivalry Claims
entertainment6 days ago

Rick Devens Defends 'Big Brother' Victory Against 'Survivor' Rivalry Claims

Rick Devens, the 42-year-old former morning news anchor and 'Survivor' veteran, won 'Big Brother' Season 28 on October 1, 2026, becoming the first 'Survivor' player to claim the title. He secured the $750,000 grand prize and the $50,000 America’s Favorite Houseguest award, totaling $810,000. Devens defeated runner-up Taylor Brown in a 6-1 jury vote after evicting his close ally Drew Campbell in third place. While some 'Big Brother' alumni expressed territorial resistance to a 'Survivor' winner, Devens defended his gameplay, noting that the 'Big Brother' players had 11 weeks to eliminate the 'icons' but failed to do so. He also credited his 'Survivor' experience for his strategic adaptability and acknowledged his wife’s encouragement to enter the house.

Big Brother 28 Runner-Up Drew Campbell Reveals Jury Verdict on His Loss
entertainment6 days ago

Big Brother 28 Runner-Up Drew Campbell Reveals Jury Verdict on His Loss

Drew Campbell, the third-place finisher of Big Brother 28, confirmed that the jury believed he would have defeated runner-up Taylor Brown in the final two. Campbell admitted that his failure to win the final Head of Household was the pivotal strategic error that ended his run. Despite being evicted by his mentor Rick Devens, Campbell expressed no resentment, stating he would have voted for Devens to win regardless of the outcome. The 22-year-old described the experience as fulfilling his lifelong dream, despite the close margin of defeat.

Rick Devens Wins Big Brother Season 28, Becoming First Survivor Alum to Claim Title
entertainment7 days ago

Rick Devens Wins Big Brother Season 28, Becoming First Survivor Alum to Claim Title

Rick Devens won Big Brother Season 28, becoming the first former Survivor contestant to claim the title. He defeated Taylor Brown in a 6-1 jury vote, securing $750,000 plus additional bonuses for a total of $810,000. The finale featured a dramatic betrayal where Devens evicted his close ally Drew Campbell to face Brown in the final two.

Former SEAL Calls LeSean McCoy’s 'Special Forces' Quit 'Selfish' and 'Stolen Money'
entertainment7 days ago

Former SEAL Calls LeSean McCoy’s 'Special Forces' Quit 'Selfish' and 'Stolen Money'

Former Navy SEAL Jovon 'Q' Quarles, an instructor on Fox's 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test,' expressed intense anger after NFL star LeSean 'Shady' McCoy voluntarily withdrew from Season 5 less than 24 hours after arrival. Quarles criticized McCoy for quitting over minor complaints about mosquitoes and outdoor bathrooms, arguing that the former running back only joined for a guaranteed paycheck. McCoy later defended his decision, citing his refusal to use an outdoor toilet. The episode also saw other recruits, including George Santos and Ruby Rose, exit due to medical injuries.