Bowen Yang's Final 'SNL' Episode Was Ratings Gold

Bowen Yang’s final SNL episode is reportedly the most-watched episode in over a year. Of course, it didn’t hurt even one bit that Ariana Grande was the host, but Yang’s draw is undeniable. There’s a reason we’re always writing about him! (Variety)

Harry & Meghan just burnt through their 11th publicist. (Celebitchy)

Colorado will apparently pay for bringing Tina Peters to justice. (Wonkette)

Kayleigh shared this haunted butt with us. Thank you, Kayleigh. (Bluesky)

The Absolute Universe gave DC a great comics year. (Gizmodo)

Stranger Things 5 is being review-bombed for exactly the reason you think it is. Spoiler Alert for Episode 7. (THR)

Movie marketing used to be fun. Now it’s just inescapable. (Vulture)

Jamie Lynn Spears gave her daughter an ATV after she famously almost died riding one. Why is this family like this? (Daily Beast)

What the internet keeps getting wrong about The Last Jedi. (Kotaku)

The stars of Heated Rivalry are voicing a saucy fantasy tale. You’re welcome. (The Wrap)

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Look, I'm sure that Nolan's adaptation of "The Odyssey" will be fun, but I highly doubt it will be as good as the original.

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