A-listers Padma Lakshmi and Jennifer Lopez have been living their best lives as of late. The former Top Chef host started her lingerie line, Padma X Bare Necessities, which is seemingly gaining buzz. Meanwhile, JLo has her Up All Night tour and is looking towards the nationwide debut of her 2025 movie release, Kiss of the Spider Woman, which opens in October. The two celebrities, who are in their 50s, also prove that age is just a number by sharing their sweet new bikini photos.
Women like Padma Lakshmi and Jennifer Lopez prove that being in your 50s means there’s still room for beauty and a fit body. For example, the Taste the Nation creator posted Instagram photos of herself rocking a pink bikini, and the snapshots are giving me serious FOMO:
celebrated her 50th birthday by wearing a bikini. Like Lakshmi said, “50 is the new 30.” Not to mention, Lakshmi rocked an itsy bitsy yellow bikini in Sports Illustrated back in 2023. It seems age has only sharpened her grace.
poses in a swimsuit by a fruit platter or wears a yellow bikini on a yacht, she’s always crushing it. (I’d love to know Lopez’s fitness secrets.) Summer may now be reaching its end, but it doesn’t mean the Maid in Manhattan actress’ bikini poses are stopping. A photo shared to Lopez’s Instagram stories showed the “Jenny From the Block” singer soaking up the sun and sporting a black bikini while chilling in a hammock:
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Jennifer Lopez radiated with beauty while in the hot summer sun. The “Get Right” singer already proved she was summer goals this year with her bikini photo dump, which showcased her sculpted physique. In 2024, she also proved to be ageless when she promoted her new single “Can’t Get Enough” with a video of her wearing a whole lotta bikinis. Clearly, JLo is embracing the summer season with poise, power and unapologetic style, regardless of her age.
It’s just wonderful to see celebrities like Padma Lakshmi and Jennifer Lopez embracing their figures as they continue to age gracefully. They’re rewriting the rules about aging by driving home the point that beauty comes with no expiration date. Women can shine at any age, and it’s a powerful message that I love to see exuded through bikini pictures and by other means.
As Superman continues to soar at the box office, more and more people are falling in love with Clark Kent’s friend, fantastic Daily Planet reporter and rizz god Jimmy Olsen, and it’s hilarious. That’s in part because the film makes Skyler Gisondo’s Jimmy a reluctant ladies’ man. However, it’s also because all this laughing and love from fans is unsurprising to me, someone who has felt this way about the actor who plays him for a long time.
Jimmy Olsen Has Undeniable Rizz, And The Internet’s Reaction To Him Being A Ladies’ Man Makes Me Laugh
Ever since Skyler Gisondo was cast as Jimmy Olsen, I was looking forward to seeing him in Superman, and I wasn’t surprised when he stole some of the scenes he was in. However, the internet seemed a bit taken aback, in the best way, by Jimmy’s charisma and how easily he charmed the ladies, which led to hilarious viral posts like this one from @zoerosebryant:
reluctant rizz god jimmy olsen has gotta be one of gunn’s best bits ever
Eve being obsessed with him was truly a highlight of the film.
@spunchbawbII on X:
can’t believe jimmy olsen getting bitches was a crucial part of the movie
It was unexpected, but also made total sense, because how could you resist this guy? He’s just a nice dude with unfathomable charm. Therefore, many fans, like @newromantics02, who is quoted below, couldn’t help but think:
unfortunately i am these girls whenever i see jimmy olsen onscreen in superman
All of this is hilarious no matter who you are, I’d assume. However, what makes this all even funnier is how unsurprising it is to me, a longtime Skyler Gisondo fan.
As A Longtime Skyler Gisondo Fan, None Of This Suprises Me At All
What cracks me up even more about the internet fawning over Jimmy Olsen is the fact that I’ve been essentially doing this for a very long time. Years before Superman’s release on the 2025 movie schedule, I became aware of Gisondo’s rizz, for lack of a better term, and anytime I see him on screen, I fall in love.
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This happened for the first time with the 2019 movie Booksmart (you can stream it now with an Amazon Prime subscription), which was also the first project I consciously saw Gisondo in – I had also seen him in Psych and Once Upon a Time, but he had smaller roles and I didn’t remember him. However, when I saw Olivia Wilde’s directorial debut, I was floored by his unforgettable character, Jared.
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Jared has no right to be a rizz god, but he is. He’s a confident, corny and hilarious dude who throws wild parties for himself and wears T-shirts that have pictures of himself wearing a T-shirt with himself on it (I know that’s confusing, but you can see it in the image above). He also says things like “Jere-bear comin’ at you from all angles,” he refers to his car as the “S.S. Lit As Fuck,” and he loves airplanes and musicals. He’s ridiculous; however, he’s so authentically himself and cares so much for his friends that I couldn’t help but fall in love.
The guy is just so cute and irresistible, and the same is true for Jimmy Olsen. Gisondo plays both so genuinely, and both characters are confident in their own totally unique way. It’s why I’ve been such a fan for so long, and I think it’s why the ladies love this Superman character.
So, no, I’m not shocked by the love for Jimmy at all, and I’m so happy that the actor who plays him is getting the adoration he deserves.
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial may be over, but he still remains behind bars in the aftermath. At present, the 55-year-old rapper is at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center, where he’s awaiting his sentencing. Much has been said about Combs’ time behind bars, specifically in regard to the alleged conditions he’s experienced since then. More concrete details have been provided by Diddy’s legal team. Now, his lead attorney, Marc Agnifilo is opening up about one of the “horrible things” his client has had to deal with in the penitentiary.
Marc Agnifilo has been speaking out on behalf of his client quite frequently as of late. At present, the lawyer – who has represented several high-profile clients in recent years – is arguing for Diddy to be released on bail. During an interview with Variety, Agnifilo laid out where things stand in regard to the former Sean John figurehead’s legal situation. The topic of Diddy’s prison stint also came up, leading Agnifilo to reveal that his client really misses going outside:
One of the horrible things about the MDC [Metropolitan Detention Center, where Combs is held in Brooklyn] is not going outside ever. He hasn’t been outside since September. He hasn’t had sun on his skin. It’s sort of like sensory deprivation. The light’s always the same, it’s artificial light, there’s no breeze, there’s no wind, there’s very little change in temperature. So, he wants to get out and be with his family.
sharing Father’s Day messages and addressing the rumors swirling around Sean. Despite the kids’ attempts to remain connected with him, Sean is reportedly having a tough time being away from them. Marc Agniflo made that claim while discussing just how often he personally sees his client:
Diddy received a mixed verdict in late July, which saw him acquitted of sex-trafficking and racketeering (RICO) charges. He was, however, convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Shortly after the verdict was delivered, Diddy’s legal team tried to make a bid for a $1 million bail package. While that was unsuccessful, his attorneys are trying to make an appeal for a package worth $50 million. That proposed deal would allow the music mogul to stay in his Miami-based mansion (with limited activity within the outside world) ahead of his sentencing.
In prison, Sean Combs has faced a new reality, one that sees him in proximity to suspected murderer Luigi Mangione and other inmates. Combs doesn’t have access to certain amenities that he’s accustomed to like limitless wi-fi or hair dye (which is why his hair is now graying). Nevertheless, Marc Agnifilo suggests that Combs is still confident that he’ll be back on the outside at some point, and the attorney also shed light on his client’s current mindset in that regard:
His view is: ‘Have I lived up to the blessings I’ve been given?’ And I think his conclusion is: ‘Not in every aspect of my life have I lived up to those blessings.’ What he wants to do when he gets out is to start small. He wants to spend time with his children and get reacquainted with his own life.
There’s also been the question as to whether Diddy might receive a pardon after his sentencing. U.S. President Donald Trump discussed the possibility of pardoning him and, as of this writing, he doesn’t seem keen on doing so due to comments the rapper previously made about him. For now, Diddy’s sentencing is set for October 3 and, unless something changes, he’ll continue to remain on the inside in the lead-up to the court date.
The next big MCU team-up is set to be The Russo Brothers’ Avengers: Doomsday. And, though the upcoming Marvel movie is currently deep in production, thanks to a fun video posted to his social media, we know the star playing the film’s big bad, returning MCU star Robert Downey Jr, is in full vacation mode. I’m loving the behind-the-scenes look at the A-lister’s good time. In addition to that, though, I have to admit, I love the Iron Man details fans spotted just a bit more.
Robert Downey Jr. just posted a fun video on his Instagram of him taking a morning walk on the beach. The entire clip is set to his son, Indio Downey’s, song, “Change of Scenery.” The caption from the Tony Stark actor reads, “What’s your summer #changeofscenery? Me = early morning beach walk. You = ???” Check out the full video below:
@Drdoomarchive, took to X (formerly Twitter) to point out some interesting jewelry the Kiss Kiss Bang Bang actor was sporting in the video. The fan account posted: “the ring being the ARC REACTOR. also what is that pendant?” Why, it would appear so, and I love that sweet accessory.
sticking around for the long haul as Doom):
@aliciapino: “And beard too”
@catherinespaws: “It looks like either a skull or an iron man helmet”
@mufcbecks7: “Tony stark lives forever”
@Zeynubella1: “I think Iron Man helmet”
It may seem like a logical leap to some, especially considering the video in question is merely of the Oppenheimer star walking on the beach, which has sparked a ton of fan theories. However, can you really blame them? He’s rocking a full-on fire engine red (Iron Man’s fav)coloredoutfit and has Stark’s classic goatee.
Some folks in the comments rightfully pointed out that the goatee is a pretty typical look for the Hollywood A-lister. Plus, he’s sporting what appears to be an Iron Man helmet necklace and that aforementioned arc reactor ring. That’s quite a throwback to his iconic role, especially since we know he’s making a big return to the MCU as Victor Von Doom. But who knows? The wild theory would be that he’s hinting at a multiverse version of Tony Stark!
Of course, it’s hard to say if RDJ is actually dropping real-life easter eggs to get fans’ hearts racing because there really is a connection between his beloved Tony Stark and his upcoming turn as a villain. It’s also totally possible that he’s sporting some fun Iron Man merch just for the heck of it. We’ll have to wait until the upcoming superhero movie hits theaters as part of the 2026 movie release schedule.
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Robert Downey Jr returns to the MCU via Avengers: Doomsday, which is set to release on December 18, 2026. Before its release, consider watching all the Marvel movies in order with a Disney+ subscription.
Neither WWE nor Travis Scott has publicly commented on the current status of their relationship, but there are rumors and mixed messages everywhere. The multi-platinum rapper was featured very prominently in some key moments earlier this year, but he hasn’t actually made a new appearance in months. Many insiders have been claiming for the last week that he’s no longer welcome, but Cody Rhodes seemed to imply something else entirely during a recent media appearance.
There’s a lot here. So, let’s just back up and tell the story from the beginning. Travis Scott made a surprise appearance alongside The Rock at Elimination Chamber back in March. They were joined by longtime good guy John Cena who unexpectedly turned heel and seemed to form some kind of Hollywood alliance with the two. They all attacked WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and during the resulting fallout in the ring, Scott slapped Rhodes in the head while he was defenseless and on the ground. It looked particularly bad on television, and there were whispers that he busted the then WWE Champion’s eardrum.
an interview on Hot Ones this week…
make it count,” and WWE execs talked about how he was going to be training in the performance center. Rumors even swirled that he’d be getting in the ring for a match at some point.
Scott made another appearance at WrestleMania 41 in April, though this time it was without The Rock and it was very poorly received. He took forever to walk to the ring, and fans largely felt like it stepped on a huge moment in John Cena’s career. The backlash was very loud and nearly unanimous, but WWE didn’t shy away from the moment. It continuously showed replays of Scott’s appearance, and the stories continued about how he was going to be training and getting back in the ring.
More than three months later, however, the picture seems to have changed. Leading up to celebrity wrestler Jelly Roll’s match at SummerSlam, head booker Triple H made several public comments about how hard the musician was training and said a lot of celebrities think they want to do this but are unwilling to put in the work. His words were interpreted by many to be a shot at Scott, whose rumored appearance as a playable character in WWE 2K25 was abruptly cancelled.
This past week, stories emerged in the mainstream press that Scott and WWE had some kind of falling out over his alleged lack of commitment to training. Current star Drew McIntyre called him a “piece of shit” during an appearance on Logan Paul’s Impaulsive podcast, and former WWE stars got a lot more open with their criticisms, with Stevie Richards calling his slap of Rhodes “sloppy, reckless and self-serving.”
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I assumed this was officially the end of things between Scott and WWE, but against all odds, the rapper was featured pretty prominently in the intro video to SummerSlam. During that same appearance on Hot Ones, Rhodes also put Scott over and said he hopes he comes back to WWE in the future. Check out this quote…
I want you to come back man. Our house is your house. You know, maybe swing less but our house is your house.
Now, I tend to think Scott’s relationship with WWE is over. I think they used him in the intro to SummerSlam because he’s a famous name and the Fed loves showing its crossover appeal. I think Rhodes said some nice things because he’s a WWE spokesman and is rarely critical of people, especially celebrities making appearances, but tonight is going to be a big night to test that theory. The Rock and Scott were both very involved in the John Cena and Cody Rhodes storyline, and those two men are having their long-awaited rematch tonight. If he were going to show up, tonight is the night that would make sense for him to do so. I don’t think he will, but you never know.
You can check out the match tonight at SummerSlam, which is streaming for free on Peacock in The United States and via Netflix in most of the rest of the world. You can also check out my predictions where I break down what I think is going to happen.
There are unpopular Arnold Schwarzenegger movies that I get, like 1994’s Junior (though, I actually like that film), and The 6th Day (which I don’t like). However, do you know one disliked Arnie movie that I’ve never understood? 1993’s action comedy, Last Action Hero. While it’s acquired a cult following over the years, it still never attained Terminator franchise status, or became a beloved modern classic like Jingle All the Way.
That said, Last Action Hero is a top tier Schwarzenegger movie that I hold up there with other Arnie classics like True Lies, Predator, Eraser (which I also need to write about some day), and even Commando, which I consider the greatest action movie of all time. So, why do I hold this much-maligned movie in such high regard? Well, you’re about to find out.
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It’s Not Supposed To Be Taken Seriously
my favorite Charlie Kaufman movie, Adaptation, in that the story within the story is one of the best things going for it.
Because Schwarzenegger’s character, Jack Slater, is just coming to grips with the fact that he’s in a movie, the audience gets to enjoy all of the tropes (like a talking, animated cat detective) that sometimes end up in these kinds of flicks. It’s never supposed to be taken seriously, and for people who don’t like it because it’s so silly, all I can say is, loosen up. That said…
my favorite Schwarzenegger franchises? Conan the Barbarian. The stories are awesome, and the action is second to none. In fact, I’d be hard pressed to find any Arnie film that didn’t have at least some awesome action sequences. I mean, hell, even Jingle All The Way has that fight with Big Show Santa.
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So, even though LAH is more comedy than action movie, that doesn’t mean the action in it isn’t amazing. In fact, since it’s playing on the tropes, the action is even more enjoyable because it’s so over the top.
For example, in the first big action scene where our kid protagonist, Danny (Austin O’Brien) enters the movie world, we see Schwarzenegger as Slater in a high speed chase. The bad guys throw some dynamite (from an ACME crate, no less), and it bounces off Slater’s car and explodes in the middle of the street.
Or what about the rooftop scene with The Ripper? The whole sequence (which features Schwarzenegger’s character MEETING Schwarzenegger) features a chase through a movie house that culminates in a shocking conclusion (because the villain gets electrocuted, you see). In the end, even though the movie is funny, it’s also exciting. You can’t lose!
once turned down auditioning for James Bond), he was perfect in The Golden Child, and he’s perfect in this.
In fact, out of all of the performances I love from Dance, this might be my favorite. He plays Mr. Benedict as one of the few characters who almost immediately thinks there’s something weird about Danny. When he learns about the ticket into the real world, he takes the first opportunity to leave his celluloid existence.
Once he’s here, he notices that unlike in movies, where everything seemingly has a cause-and-effect relationship, in the real world, you could just shoot somebody and nobody would care. This makes him a really compelling villain, as he tries to test the limits of reality, and then adjusts, whereas Slater has a problem understanding why stuff that works in movies doesn’t work in reality.
It’s a really cool role, and Dance excels because he’s just so cool as an actor in general. I don’t think anybody else could have filled this role.
Terminator 1 is greater thanTerminator 2). Look, I get it. T2 is a landmark film and definitely one of the best movies of the ‘90s.
However, my favorite Arnie film has always been Total Recall, as there’s really no other film like it in his filmography. Based on the Philip K. Dick novelette, “We Can Remember It for You Wholesale,” it’s such a strange movie that is probably more sci-fi than action flick. But, it’s just so unique that I can always point to it to show that Schwarzenegger really did do interesting movies throughout his career that weren’t just by-the-numbers action flicks.
LAH is another one of those. By poking fun at the genre that he built his whole career on, it feels disorienting at times, but also adventurous. For example, there’s a moment in the film where we actually see the whole Stallone/Schwarzenegger rivalry alluded to with a poster of Stallone in Terminator 2.
Sharon Stone and Robert Patrick also make brief cameos, which are references to Recall and T2, respectively. Honestly, at times, Last Action Hero feels both like a send-up of action movies, but also a loving homage to Schwarzenegger movies in general, which is really cool and unique, and like no other Arnie film out there.
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This Is Also One Of The Few Schwarzenegger Movies I Can Watch With My Kids
Lastly, this is one of the best Arnie movies because you can enjoy it with the whole family. That’s right, unlike most of his action films, which are rated R, Last Action Hero is rated PG-13, and it’s suitable for most ages.
In fact, I watched it with my son, and he really enjoyed it. The movie came out in ‘93 (I was actually 10 when I first saw it in a theater with my dad) and I remember enjoying it back then (Especially since the protagonist is a kid!). As an adult action fan, though, I like it even more.
I didn’t realize how clever it was back then, but watching it with my son, I realize that it works on so many levels, as he gets some of what the film is going for, but I have to explain the rest. For example, I pointed out the meta-narrative, and he thought it was really unique. He’d never seen a film that did that, so it’s a win-win.
What do you think? Do you also enjoy this movie? I’d love to hear your thoughts!
