Messina hasn’t exactly been hiding — she’s toured constantly and made occasional appearances at events like the CMA Awards — but it’s been 12 years since she released her last album, 2014’s Me. Now, she’s back with Bridges, a collection of songs inspired by everything she’s been through lately. And that, as it turns out, is a lot.

“I became a single parent. I lost my mother, and then recently, I lost my father, and then I dealt with cancer,” Messina explained in an exclusive interview with Us Weekly. “And so there’s been a lot of shake-up in the normal day-to-day, right? And oh, did I mention I have two kids? So, raising men and looking at the world through their eyes and trying to guide them — that’s a full-time gig.”

After all that upheaval, it wouldn’t be surprising if Bridges veered into melancholy, but it never does. Instead, Messina focuses on hope, love and the importance of living every day without regrets. In the song “Days You Don’t Get Back,” for example, Messina imagines telling her 17-year-old self to “tap the brakes and lose that fake ID.” She says it’s one of the first songs she wrote when she decided to get back in the studio.

“That one I’m like, ‘I want to write a song from where I am right now,’” she recalled of the track, which she cowrote with Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard. “Don’t wish away the days you don’t get back. You always want what’s next. You want your license. Then you want to be 21, then you want to be 25, then you want a family. You’re always looking for the next thing, but you have to learn to love where you’re at.”

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Messina became a household name during the late ’90s when female country stars like Martina McBride, Faith Hill and Shania Twain dominated the radio, but younger fans may know her from Cole Swindell’s “She Had Me at Heads Carolina,” which references Messina’s biggest hit, or last year’s “Lesson in Leavin’” cover by Sierra Ferrell and Nikki Lane. (Messina’s version of the latter song was also a cover; the original appeared on Dottie West’s 1979 album Special Delivery.)

Messina is flattered by the love, but she’s also not ready to see herself as an elder stateswoman of the industry.

“I still feel like I’m one of them,” she explained. “We see each other and do stuff together, functions and whatever. And I’m hanging with them — I don’t remove myself in that aspect. And I just love to be a part of the get-together.”

She does, however, feel a little nostalgia for the era when she was first starting out. Because even as country music reaches ever more impressive heights, the industry itself — at least in Nashville — can feel a little hollowed out.

“I miss living in Nashville, going to Music Row, and there being houses of songwriters, one after the other one after the other one,” she told Us. “Now we’ve got these big buildings, but it used to be, ‘Hey, walk down the street. That’s where so-and-so writes, that’s where so-and-so writes, oh, that’s where so-and-so records.’”

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It’s easier than ever to put your music out into the world, but Messina thinks “the accessibility of a relationship with people in the industry” was a little bit better back then. “Like, to get someone to pick up a phone these days is like wrestling an alligator,” she joked. “There used to be phone calls all the time. I used to call my manager three or four times a day!”

Despite those changes, Messina is happy to be back and sharing her wisdom, even if it meant taking an unintentionally long break from recording.

“Jo Dee on ‘Heads Carolina’ was all about starting the adventure. This one’s more like, ‘I’ve been down the road less traveled,’” she explained. “Every turn means I’ve been down multiple roads, whether it’s straight, whether it’s a turn, whether it’s whatever. And hey, look what I learned along the way.”

Bridges is out Friday, June 5.

Can you blame us? The streamer has added so many great movies to its already extensive library this month that we’re canceling plans to go outside and touch some grass.

Among the many genres the platform already offers, HBO Max is debuting some pretty good thrillers that are worth your attention.

The 2025 film Lurker will creep you out in the best way possible, while the controversial 2023 film Saltburn will make you fall in love with Jacob Elordi — if you haven’t already.

This May, the Warner Bros.-owned streamer is adding a slew of wild new titles from almost every genre imaginable.

Watch With Us has curated a list of the best HBO Max movies streaming in May, with the Margot Robbie-led Wuthering Heights adaptation at the top.

Close behind is the animated action sequel Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and the charming rom-com Love, Simon, which features Jennifer Garner, Josh Duhamel and more.

If your wardrobe is overrun with bland button-ups and mundane monochrome, you’re in luck. Retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Nordstrom and Macy’s have some of the chicest, most Parisian polka‑dot blouses of the season. Think: slimming peplum tops, puff-sleeve blouses, airy camis and other flirty-and-refined French-girl pieces. Shop 17 polka-dot styles below to keep your summer lineup looking très chic.

17 Polka-Dot Blouses Serving Full Parisian Energy 

1. Our Favorite: Amazon reviewers have dubbed this puff-sleeve polka-dot blouse “flattering,” “easy to wear” and “great for summertime.” With a ruched waist, it gives shape without the suffocating squeeze.

2. Throwback Style: Whether you opt for a classic black and white or a more adventurous green and red, this tie‑neck polka-dot blouse has that Parisian style that elevates every outfit. It’s a luxe lightweight top that pairs well with blazers, midi skirts, denim and more.

3. Workwear Staple: Silky‑soft, this satin button‑up blouse is breathable, wrinkle‑resistant and easy in all the right ways. It keeps you cool, put‑together and doesn’t demand time-intensive maintenance.

4. Fun & Flirty: Feminine meets sultry in this mesh polka-dot blouse that comes in head‑turning hues, including red and purple. Everything from the Peter Pan collar to the mesh puff sleeves has that unmistakable French-girl energy.

5. Demure Dots: Go big and bold in this peplum polka-dot top. Adorned with ruffle sleeves and oversized dots, the summer shirt camouflages your midsection so you can feel good about looking good.

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6. Tailored Appeal: Slim your shape in this wrap‑waist polka-dot blouse that isn’t just ultra‑flattering. The Parisian-style top has incredible tailoring, looking almost made for you with its balance of volume and fit.

7. Expensive-Looking: Leave it to H&M to design a ruffle‑trim polka-dot blouse that looks super expensive. With a peplum fit, V‑neck cut and a flirty bust tie, it’s the kind of top that does all the work for you.

8. Summer Go-To: This ruched sleeveless top was practically made for summer. With an open‑back and flexible fit, it has that French-fashion feel that’s ready for any and every occasion.

9. French Girl: If you’re the less‑is‑more type, this Karl Lagerfeld blouse is the answer. The black blouse gets a chic upgrade with a polka‑dot tie scarf that’s pure Parisian polish.

10. High-End Vibes: Polka dots and lace trim come together in this button‑down mixed‑media blouse. The boxy shirt looks like it came out of a designer collection from the likes of Chloé or Chanel.

11. Size-Inclusive: From tall to petite and sizes XS to 4X, this linen-blend Old Navy polka-dot top looks good on literally everyone. The breezy bow-back finish is the cherry on top.

12. Luxury Without Labels: Simple but chic, this sleeveless polka-dot blouse is made for a Parisian capsule collection. With its luxe simplicity and fuss-free silhouette, it’s nothing less than quiet French luxury.

13. Cute & Confident: Leave it to Reformation to design a cropped polka-dot blouse that’s both demure and daring — aka the Parisian‑girl uniform. The flowy bell sleeves seal the deal.

14. Cinematic Style: As a devout watcher of Emily in Paris, I’m honestly surprised I didn’t see this bell‑sleeve polka-dot blouse on the stylish series. It’s effortlessly chic in the most Parisian way.

15. Matchy, Matchy: Go full matching set in this pink polka-dot top that’s fun, fashionable and flirty. Even if you don’t snag the skirt, it’ll work with your favorite jeans or breezy summer shorts.

16. Novel Detail: There’s a great amount of intrigue in this V‑neck polka-dot blouse. The edgy top has a bow detail at the shoulder that’s both striking and stunning.

17. Summer-Ready: For those hot-humid days, this dreamy spaghetti-strap polka-dot top feels light as air. With gauzy tiers and a peplum fit, it has that romantic style the French are known for.

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It was good while it lasted, but the movies that made the decade worthwhile are still fun to watch over 30 years later.

Watch With Us has selected five near-perfect 1990s movies that you have to stream now.

Each of these films made an impact on the ’90s, and most of them are readily available to watch at major streaming outlets.

Each of these films made an impact on the ’90s, and most of them are readily available to watch at major streaming outlets.

Each of these films made an impact on the ’90s, and most of them are readily available to watch at major streaming outlets.

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‘The Fugitive’ (1993)

TV-to-film adaptations rarely go as smoothly as The Fugitive. This film successfully turned the ’60s television show into the top action thriller of 1993. Harrison Ford led the cast as Dr. Richard Kimble, a man unjustly convicted of murdering his wife, Helen (Sela Ward). Rather than meekly accepting his death sentence, Richard escapes from a prison transport to look for the One-armed Man (Andreas Katsulas) he fought on the night of his wife’s murder.

Richard’s more immediate problem is Deputy U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard, a role that earned Tommy Lee Jones an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor. Gerrard and his team relentlessly pursue Richard, and the former even figures out that the latter is trying to solve his wife’s murder. But the real answer behind this murder mystery is more than just a home robbery gone wrong.

The Fugitive is streaming on Philo.

‘LA Confidential’ (1997)

Kim Basinger won Best Supporting Actress for LA Confidential, but her costars, Russell Crowe and Guy Pearce, also deserved to be nominated for their masterful performances. In the 1950s, Los Angeles is a city of secrets, and a new crime syndicate is muscling in on the mob. Officer Wendell “Bud” White (Crowe), Detective Lieutenant Edmund Exley (Pearce) and Detective Sergeant Jack Vincennes (Kevin Spacey) don’t realize it at the time, but each of them has found clues to a much larger conspiracy.

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Bud is also drawn to Lynn Bracken (Basinger), a prostitute who looks a lot like Hollywood actress Veronica Lake. That relationship is used against Bud to increase his conflict with Ed to the breaking point. But if these two don’t figure out how to work together, then their real enemy will control the criminal underworld in Los Angeles.

LA Confidential is streaming on Flex.

‘The Usual Suspects’ (1995)

The Usual Suspects captured the imagination of viewers with its mythic villain, Keyser Söze, who may or may not be real. An impromptu gang of crooks, Dean Keaton (Gabriel Byrne), Roger “Verbal” Kint (Spacey), Michael McManus (Stephen Baldwin), Fred Fenster (Benicio del Toro) and Todd Hockney (Kevin Pollak) couldn’t care less about some crime urban legend. They only got together to get back at the cops.

In the course of their crimes, the gang is informed that they’ve stolen from Keyzer Söze, who doesn’t waste any time making them pay the price. There’s more happening in this story than meets the eye, but you’ll have to pay very close attention to figure out what’s really going on in this tale.

The Usual Suspects is streaming on Tubi.

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‘Reservoir Dogs’ (1992)

For his directorial debut Reservoir Dogs, Quentin Tarantino couldn’t resist casting himself as Mr. Brown, a member of a heist team put together by mobsters Joe Cabot (Lawrence Tierney) and his son, “Nice Guy” Eddie (Chris Penn). The rest of the crew includes Mr. White (Harvey Keitel), Mr. Orange (Tim Roth), Mr. Blonde (Michael Madsen), Mr. Pink (Steve Buscemi) and Mr. Blue (Edward Bunker).

The heist itself is never seen in the film, but the aftermath leaves members of the team dead, severely injured or on the run from the police. Someone ratted them out, and tensions run high among the survivors as they try to figure out who betrayed them to the cops.

Reservoir Dogs is available to rent or purchase on Prime Video.

‘The Matrix’ (1999)

Just when the ’90s were winding down, The Matrix came along and gave the action and sci-fi genres a big kick in the butt. It’s arguably the definitive example of both genres to emerge from the decade. Keanu Reeves plays a hacker named Neo whose boring and mundane life is haunted by the question he can’t answer: What is the Matrix?

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The freedom fighter known as Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) and his right-hand woman, Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss), have the answers that Neo needs. But if Neo goes down this road, there’s no going back. The truth is a game-changer for both Neo and the film itself.

The Matrix is available for rent or purchase on Prime Video.

Aniston’s longtime hairstylist, Chris McMillan, shared the secret behind the actress’s iconic sleek coif with Vogue. Before any styling products touch her hair, he says the most important part of her routine includes double cleansing with the Living Proof No Frizz Shampoo. And yes, that includes lathering, rinsing and repeating to wash away every trace of buildup.

Get the Living Proof No Frizz Shampoo for $37 at CVS! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

With a squeaky clean scalp, Aniston can maintain the signature “Rachel blowout” for longer. Plus, it also helps that the shampoo is designed to keep strands smooth and frizz-free with its anti-humidity shield.

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I’ve personally been a fan of Living Proof’s No Frizz Shampoo for years, but I only recently discovered it’s available at CVS. This is a total game-changer for me because I live across the street from the drugstore. However, this is also conveniently available online.

I’m not one to gatekeep, so as more people discover this iconic shampoo formula at CVS, I’m sure it’ll sell out — especially with its glowing reviews. “This is a game changer,” one Living Proof shopper writes. “ I have been using this product for a few years now, and I will never ever use another shampoo! I have wavy, frizzy European hair. Well, I did, but now you would never believe it! The frizz is gone!”

Needless to say, if you want sleek, shiny, frizz-free hair — or simply look to Aniston for hair inspiration — there’s no better product than the Living Proof No Frizz Shampoo. With humid summer weather around the corner, do yourself a favor and stock up STAT.

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Gomez wore the indoor-outdoor slippers with two completely different outfits, showing just how adaptable they are. A PR rep confirmed that they’re the Bearpaw Tabitha Slippers that cost just $70. Available in women’s sizes 5 to 13, these shoes come in a range of colors, including Gomez’s Hickory shade, which is a tan.

Get the Bearpaw Tabitha Indoor-Outdoor Slippers for $70 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

The Bearpaw slippers have a suede exterior that’s protected by BearCoat Rain & Stain Repellent to keep them looking new even when tested by the elements. The interior has a soft wool lining, so you can wear them with or without socks. No matter where you wear them, the rubber sole will keep you sturdy on your feet.

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Gomez styled her cozy slippers with a pair of overalls and sunglasses, but she wore them with a floral maxi dress, too. So, there’s no limit to how you can rock them, especially during the spring season when dressing can go any which way! But again, if you’d prefer to keep them inside for a reliable around-the-house option, they were made for that, too.

Amazon shoppers agree that Bearpaw has done it again by creating a quality shoe. It’s warm, comfortable and supportive with a recognizable braided trim design.

“Super comfy, super warm, super easy to kick them off and slide them on. Sole is thick enough that it provides plenty of support, and it is up to the usual high quality of Bearpaw,” a verified purchaser said.

“Best slippers EVER!! So comfortable, and these are the first pair of slippers I’ve found where the little lip on the back that holds your foot into the slipper doesn’t get smashed when sliding my foot in and out. I can put them on and off without having to use my hands!” one happy shopper wrote.

Whether you choose to wear them around the house or keep them as your get-out-of-the-house-quickly shoe, Gomez pointed us in the right direction with these Bearpaw slippers.

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Looking for something else? Explore more indoor-outdoor slippers here and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

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At first glance, the intricate embroidered detailing and textured fabric give this blouse a high-end feel that’s hard to come by at this price. It’s the kind of piece that instantly upgrades your outfit, whether you pair it with denim shorts, tailored trousers or a flowy skirt for a more polished summer look.

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Beyond its looks, the 3/4 sleeve blouse is designed with comfort in mind. The fabric is soft and slightly stretchy, allowing for easy movement while still holding its shape throughout the day. Its slightly longer length also makes it versatile, so you can tuck it in for a structured outfit or leave it loose for a relaxed vibe.

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This top is wearable for almost every occasion, thanks to its lightweight but not see-through fabric. It works well for everything from casual outings to vacation dinners. Just add a simple tank underneath, and you’ve got an effortlessly styled look that feels thoughtfully put together.

Hundreds of Amazon shoppers can’t stop talking about it. One five-star reviewer shared, “Y’all, I love this top!!! I was blown away by how detailed it was and [the] material is so soft. I LOVE it.” They also noted the flattering fit and quality, adding, “Long enough to tuck in your pants and has stretch… The fabric is thick enough not to see through, but it is crocheted so have to wear a tank underneath.” Another highlight? It washes great!

If you’re looking to refresh your wardrobe with something that feels special without spending much, this eyelet lace top is a standout find you won’t want to miss.

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Looking for something else? Explore more boutique-style blouses here, and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

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According to a source who told Us, Stewart uses Charlotte Tilbury AIRbrush Flawless Blur Concealer for that soft-focus finish. Available on Amazon for $36, shoppers say the blurring formula helps “hide wrinkle lines” while delivering the kind of hydrated, crease-resistant coverage mature skin often needs.

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What makes this concealer stand out is its skincare-meets-makeup formula. Hyaluronic acid and squalane help keep skin looking plump instead of dry, while Powder Blur Technology creates that diffused, airbrushed effect. The lightweight texture is designed to smooth the look of dark circles, redness, pigmentation and fine lines without settling.

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Its AIRtech formula is designed for up to 24 hours of crease-resistant wear, helping coverage stay smooth instead of fading, cracking or settling into delicate areas throughout the day. That’s especially appealing for mature skin, where traditional concealers can often emphasize texture rather than disguise it. Combined with a wide 34-shade range, the formula works to create natural-looking brightness while blurring imperfections, dark circles and pores for a softer, more youthful finish.

With more than 500 five-star ratings, shoppers are especially impressed by its anti-aging benefits. One reviewer called it “a filter in a bottle,” while another praised how it “hides wrinkle lines,” making it a favorite for those seeking smoother-looking under-eyes and complexion.

If you’ve ever wanted to borrow a page from Stewart’s beauty playbook, this flawless concealer may be one of the easiest ways to do it. It’s a simple, luxe upgrade that adds brightness, blur and polish — no glam squad required.

Get the Charlotte Tilbury AIRbrush Flawless Blur Concealer for $36 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

Looking for something else? Explore more from Charlotte Tilbury here and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

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During a recent Amazon Live stream, Richards praised DIME Beauty’s Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream and revealed that its ingredients are actively “working” for her skin. Rather than spotlighting an unattainable department store luxury cream, she championed a more accessible product that we can easily add to our everyday routines. Coming from someone whose complexion is constantly under high-definition scrutiny, that endorsement carries serious weight.

Get the DIME Beauty Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream for $40 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

The standout formula centers around bakuchiol, a plant-based retinol alternative often favored for delivering similar smoothing benefits without the harsh side effects. While traditional retinol can sometimes trigger redness, peeling or irritation, bakuchiol is designed to support collagen production, soften fine lines and improve elasticity more gently. That makes this cream particularly appealing for sensitive skin types or anyone hesitant about stronger anti-aging treatments.

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Alongside bakuchiol, the formula also features linoleic acid and botanical ingredients that help nourish, firm and refine skin texture overnight. Applied as the final step in an evening skincare routine, it works while you sleep to leave skin looking more hydrated, rested and visibly smoother by morning. In other words, it targets aging concerns without adding unnecessary complexity.

Amazon shoppers echo Richards’ enthusiasm. One reviewer who found traditional retinol “too harsh” said the cream was “just as effective” while being significantly gentler, while another buyer shared that it “drastically improved” their skin, leaving it “much firmer and incredibly moisturized.” For many users, that balance of visible results and skin comfort appears to be the real selling point.

There’s always something especially persuasive about discovering that a celebrity with access to top-tier dermatologists and treatments still swears by an affordable Amazon skincare staple. Richards’ endorsement gives this night cream extra credibility, but its growing base of enthusiastic shoppers helps seal the deal. At $40, it feels like one of the more approachable celebrity beauty recommendations on the market right now.

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Looking for something else? Explore more from DIME Beauty here and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

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With over 2,600 five-star ratings, this 100% cotton jumpsuit delivers the same boho vibe you’d expect from Anthropologie at a major fraction of the cost. The wide-leg piece fits more roomy than snug, but in a way that embraces flattering fashion without crossing into frumpy territory. It has that breezy, throw‑on ease that summer is all about, especially when the temperatures are climbing.

Get the YESNO Boho Cotton Casual Jumpsuit or $25 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

The bestselling jumpsuit is surprisingly customizable thanks to adjustable straps that let even the petite girlies get the length just right. The floral romper also has a waistline that’s cut in that sweet spot — tailored and flattering on every figure from pear-shaped, curvy, petite, tall and beyond. The wide‑leg fit adds to the flowy silhouette, keeping you cool without ever feeling bulky or heavy.

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In terms of styling, the breathable jumpsuit is one of those pieces you can truly make your own. Lean into a more carefree feel, layering it over a tank or tee with oversized sunnies and slip-on sandals, or dress it up with a woven tote and espadrille pumps for a more put‑together summer outfit. Honestly, it’s equally cozy knocking out chores around the house as it is running around in the thick of the summer heat.

If florals aren’t your go‑to, you can source this cozy‑chic piece in solids like black and light blue, as well as additional prints like polka dot and even patchwork. There’s truly a version for every style and mood. But don’t take my word for it; countless Amazon customers swoon over this one-and-done jumpsuit, calling it “spectacular,” “comfortable,” “flattering” and “lightweight.”

“I am plus-sized and struggle finding clothing that makes me feel confident especially with my belly pooch,” one five-star reviewer shared. “This jumper helps me feel confident! It does a fantastic job hiding belly pooch and works well for tall women as well!”

“I love how light it is,” another thrilled customer said. “I’m not a person that wears shorts, so I’m always looking for something that covers my legs and won’t be hot to wear. This was perfect.”

For a figure‑flattering piece that’s easy to wear and breathable enough for even the hottest summer days, this jumpsuit is a one‑and‑done staple you’ll reach for all summer long.

Get the YESNO Boho Cotton Casual Jumpsuit or $25 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

Not what you’re looking for? Scope out more breezy jumpsuits here and don’t forget to check out Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds. 

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This low-budget film punched above its weight, grossing $37.9 million worldwide on a $12 million budget.

It was also critically acclaimed and received four Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Supporting Actor for Jeff Bridges.

Watch With Us are big fans of the Western crime film, which just left  Netflix and is currently streaming on Peacock. If you’re a subscriber, do yourself a favor and watch one of the best crime-thrillers of the last decade.

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‘Hell or High Water’ Captures the Spirit of the Modern Western

Although the cinematic term for Hell or High Water‘s genre is neo-Western, calling it a modern Western is perhaps a better way to describe it. It takes place in Texas in the present, but it also goes to great lengths to demonstrate that this isn’t the wild, wild west anymore, and bank robbers rarely get away with their loot. Brothers Toby (Chris Pine) and Tanner Howard (Ben Foster) think they’ve found a way to change the equation when it comes to bank robberies.

Their plan is solid, but they overlooked the part about their fellow Texans packing heat and shooting at them like it really is the old west again. This isn’t a film with wall-to-wall action, but the shootouts are intense and often lead to bad outcomes for the participants. But the most impressive thing about the way the movie captures the spirit of the modern Western is the sense of desperation in the Howard brothers and nearly everyone they meet. This world wasn’t designed to allow them to survive and thrive.

The Performances Are Outstanding

Out of the entire cast, only Bridges was Oscar-nominated for his role as Texas Ranger Marcus Hamilton. He’s very good as the old law dog who’s counting his days towards retirement, but not necessarily because he wants to. Marcus jumps at the chance to investigate the Howard brothers’ robbery spree, and he seems to appreciate the chase. He also mercilessly taunts his partner, Texas Ranger Alberto Parker (Gil Birmingham), just enough to make you question if they really like each other. But the film does reaffirm their bond in one of its best moments.

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The power of Bridges’ performance shouldn’t overshadow the work that Pine and Foster do in this film. Pine is terrific as the more level-headed sibling, Toby, while Foster’s Tanner is a wildcard. For every precaution Toby takes, Tanner is there making one bad decision after another that may destroy their scheme before they’re able to see it through to completion. That raises the tension between them, and yet the movie repeatedly demonstrates their brotherly bond. They’re ride or die, even when they’re angry at each other.

The Ending Lives Up to What ‘Hell or High Water’ Is About

I’m not going to give away the ending of Hell or High Water, except to say that the grand conclusion isn’t an epic shootout. The finale of the violence happens far sooner than the end of the movie, but it raises the stakes going into the closing minutes of the story.

The strange thing is that the movie doesn’t really end when the story does. There’s an invitation that’s taken very seriously by both sides, which could potentially be lethal for everyone involved. And yet we don’t see that confrontation play out. Instead, the ambiguous nature of the ending makes it even more appropriate for this modern Western. Nothing is ever tied up too neatly, and the struggle to survive is always going to play out, even if only in our imaginations after the film is over.

Hell or High Water is now streaming on Peacock.

Her skirt has delicate lace trim that serves Parisian energy, and we found a $30 wonder that mirrors the A-list style. The Yimoon Lace-Trim Satin Midi Skirt has a similar blue-gray color, not to mention the same liquid drape that you usually only get from high-end brands. It’s a rare everyday spring piece that doesn’t feel boring, making every outfit appear triple the price.

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With a classic A-line shape and modest midi length, this chic skirt works with everything in your closet, from casual tees and sneakers to crisp button-up shirts and kitten heels. Plus, the color is mega versatile, styling just as well with neutrals as it does with bright reds, pinks and yellows.

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The elastic waistband is another hero detail, per reviewers. “It sits comfortably at the waist and drapes in a very flattering way, creating a clean, fluid silhouette that works well for both dressy and more casual styling,” one shopper wrote. “The lace appliqué along the hem adds a delicate, elevated touch that makes the skirt look more expensive than it is.”

Another reviewer said it “feels more like wearable art than a basic staple,” and we couldn’t agree more.

A satin midi skirt with a hint of lace fits perfectly into any polished wardrobe, especially one that begs for versatility. Add your favorite top, comfy shoes and a tote bag and you’ve got Holmes’ exact outfit.

If you want to channel the star’s Parisian cool-girl energy without even trying, this silky midi skirt is your ticket. At just $30, you might want two!

Get the Yimoon Lace-Trim Satin Midi Skirt for $30 (was $33) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

Not what you’re looking for? Shop other trendy skirts and don’t forget to check out Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

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From timeless comedies like This Is the End, riveting dramas like The Fabelmans and fast-paced thrillers like Red Eye, you can find it all on the platform this month.

Watch With Us has added two movies to its master list of the best movies to watch on Peacock right now.

Our first pick is Hamnet, the Academy Award-winning biopic starring Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley.

Keep reading for our full list of fantastic recommendations.

Paging all Jane Austen fans!

The latest dreamy adaptation of the literary classic has nothing to do with Mr. Darcy. In The Other Bennet Sister, it’s the occasionally drippy, often forgotten Mary Bennet (played by a delightful Ella Bruccoleri) who finally takes center stage.

The 10-part series (which premiered May 6 on BritBox) is based on Janice Hadlow’s 2020 bestseller and adapted by Sarah Quintrell. The fluffy series is not nearly as heavy as its source material, which goes deeper into the day-to-day realities of spinsterhood in that time period. It centers on the Pride and Prejudice sibling who’s gotten the least consideration over the centuries of spinoffs, fanfic and other reimaginings of Austen’s 19th-century classic.

Studious and overlooked for plain appearance, in this incarnation Mary transforms out of her sisters’ shadows and into a new world as a London governess, with friends and romance all her own. Yes, there are love stories — the series is Austen-inspired, after all.

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While it takes a beat to get going — did viewers really need so much over-the-top chatter about how undesirable Mary is? — the show and our heroine improve in short order. Moments you’ll recall from P&P — like the exhausting Mr. Collins coming to dinner with the Bennet family — get reworked, but soon the show gets rid of anyone you might want to forget (like the pushy parents, played by Ruth Jones and Richard E. Grant). Instead, it just lets Mary soar.

Bruccoleri (Call the Midwife) is a thrill to watch bloom, and her men (including Young Sherlock’s Dónal Finn) hold their own, too. The show is already a silly TikTok phenom following its U.K. premiere earlier this year and it’s easy to see why.

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Below, read what other critics are saying about the show.

Collider: “From the get-go, it’s clear that the main strength of The Other Bennet Sister is its outstanding cast. At the center of it all is an incandescent Bruccoleri as Mary, a remarkable period heroine and a true breath of fresh air. In many ways, Mary is less a reinvention of the classic Austen heroine and more of a logical progression of the archetype. She is shy, clumsy, and more than a little awkward, the type of character that many would consider “autistic-coded,” yet she’s also bold and, in her way, adventurous. While Mary is afraid to open herself up to new possibilities, she does so nonetheless — not because others compel her to, but because she wants to.”

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ScreenRant: “Soon enough, Mary breaks out of her shell, meeting new friends, discovering poetry, and unwittingly charming not one, but two handsome, eligible bachelors. The result is a moving, heartfelt, and surprisingly funny character study, told over 10 well-written and enjoyable 30-minute episodes.”

The Guardian: “The Other Bennet Sister feels too slight a thing even for the pre-watershed Sunday evening slot it is designed for (insofar as time slots mean anything to us in these crazy digital streaming days). But the growing charm and heft – not to mention the lovely central performance from Bruccoleri – make it one worth sticking with. Sorry, Mary – one with which it is worth sticking.”

While combing through the internet, we found several luxe-looking pieces that deliver a light, airy feel that’s synonymous with Meyers. We can easily see these dresses, tops, pants and skirts making a cameo in The Parent Trap or It’s Complicated à la Meryl Streep. They have that free-flowing magic that gives off Montecito vibes mixed with Hamptons energy, all without setting foot into pricey designer territory. Plus, there are pieces from Abercrombie & Fitch, Quince, Gap and Athleta that feature breathable, chic materials like linen, merino wool and cotton. Read: You’ll look and feel rich.

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1. Our Favorite: Did you buy this maxi dress on Amazon or at a boutique on Main Street? Honestly, this breezy pick will have everyone guessing. What really sells it is the subtle V-neck, loose tiered skirt and light blue hue that reads coastal chic.

2. Runner-Up: We love anything with puffed sleeves, which brings Us to this top-rated smocked dress. The flattering find highlights your curves while also providing a slimming appearance for the upper arms. Plus, the midi skirt is ideal for petite ladies!

3. Everyday Ease: You won’t think twice about throwing on this linen-blend top on busy mornings. It feels breathable on the skin, has a conservative neckline and a trendy cropped hem that looks great with high-waisted pants.

4. Laid-Back Luxe: Speaking of pants, this loose palazzo option is a must-have in every summer closet. The easy-going style is great for lounging around the house; however, we can totally see it worn as a cover-up after taking a dip in the pool.

5. Playful Pattern: No warm-weather wardrobe is complete without gingham-print clothing. This square-neck dress feels classic and trendy at the same time, thanks to the black and white pattern. Plus, the bodice is stitched in a way that makes your waist look so snatched.

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6. Quite the Charmer: This boho-style maxi skirt from Abercrombie is a total conversation starter. It takes a classic white skirt and makes it more fun and playful with the dainty beachside accents, like seashells, starfish, strawberries and lobsters. But if you want to go the traditional route, shop it in plain white, black and butter yellow hues.

7. Going Viral: In case you missed it, celebrities can’t get enough of the butter yellow shade for spring and summer, and the Dylan Mini Dress is right on target. The pastel yellow shade is super trendy, as is the flattering basque waist design.

8. Summer Staple: Stripes for summer? Groundbreaking. All jokes aside, this Caslon cardigan is a must for trips to the coast. Plus, the Marino wool material acclimates to the temperature to keep you warm during chilly beach strolls and cool during sunny farmers’ market adventures.

9. Cozy-Chic: Sweatpant jeans aren’t going anywhere any time soon. These high-rise barrel jeans from Gap lean into the style with a loose fit and a stretchy drawstring waist, making them feel like, well, sweats. Psst, the light indigo shade is on sale!

10. Comfort MVP: Yes, jorts are a thing. These mid-rise denim shorts have a longline 11-inch inseam, making them ultra comfy and relaxed (unlike your short shorts from the 1950s). The best part? No more thigh chafing!

11. Soft Statement: We can’t look at a cable-knit sweater without thinking about Cameron Diaz‘s character in The Holiday. This one from Quince delivers a similar look and is made with super soft organic cotton. Yes, the pullover is as cozy as it looks.

12. Instant Upgrade: You may already have a plain button-up top in your drawer, but we’re willing to bet you don’t have one as care-free as this linen Quince find. Everything from the rich-looking texture to the pinstripe pattern gives it a coastal sheen, even though it’s just $42.

13. Year-Round Staple: Errand runs, beach days and beyond call for relaxed yet polished pants, like this pair from Athleta. The Retreat barrel crop pants create dimension with their rounded design, which looks flattering on most bodies. We also love the shortened hem that lets Us dip our feet in the water without care.

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Hayden Panettiere is publicly revealing for the first time that she identifies as bisexual.

“The first time it even crossed my mind to touch on this subject was while I was in the process of writing this book,” Panettiere, 36, exclusively tells Us Weekly in this week’s cover story while discussing her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, out May 19. In the book, Panettiere discusses her attraction to women and the moment she finally felt comfortable enough to share that aspect of her identity with the world.

“It took two years to write this book, and I did not know what I was going to feel comfortable touching on … and what stories were naturally going to come up, and the fact that that did come up, I was like, ‘Why not?’” the Nashville alum continues. “I’ve chosen to be completely brutally honest about this, and that’s something about me that I was never able to share with the world, because it was just never the right time.”

Panettiere admits that she avoided revealing her attraction to women in the past because she felt like she was “forced to be perfect at all times” when she was younger.

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“I was not encouraged to just be myself,” she tells Us. “No one ever encouraged me to just be myself, and then it came, the period of time, where it felt like people coming out, especially women coming out, and saying that they were bisexual, or liked girls, was a fad.”

Panettere says she felt “afraid” that if she came out sooner, people would see it as “jumping on the bandwagon.”

“And once again, it was always the fear of not being perfect, and what my team was going to think about it, what the public’s opinion was going to be about it,” she continues. “It was just never the right time, and it was a very difficult topic to articulate properly. I wanted to make sure that I really sat down and chose my words carefully and was able to tell my story in an honest way, that people understood. On one hand, it’s sad that I had to wait till I was 36 years old to share that part of me, but better late than never, right?”

Panettiere adds, “Now that I know that this book is coming out, and that I’ve chosen to share it with the world, I’m comfortable saying I’m bisexual. I’m comfortable to confidently say that, yes, I am bisexual. I said it!”

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The Ice Princess star also opens up about her past experience dating women.

“It was always scary, because my life, I mean, there were paparazzi always outside, waiting for me outside, to follow me everywhere,” she recalls. “I had very little privacy, and I mean, I have dated women. It started at a very, very young age.”

Panettiere says she was “much more into women” than men when growing up.

“But, yeah, I have explored it, but I don’t think I ever had the courage, because I hadn’t shared this with anybody,” she notes. “I didn’t really have the courage to throw myself fully, emotionally into it, because then if I did fall in love, that wasn’t something that I wanted to ever have to hide. I didn’t feel confident enough, and I was too afraid to really let that part of me explore that part of me.”

Panettiere’s most recent public romance was with ex Brian Hickerson from 2018 to 2020. She was also previously engaged to Wladimir Klitschko, with whom she shares 11-year-old daughter Kaya, from 2013 to 2018.

This Is Me: A Reckoning hits shelves on Tuesday, May 19.

“It really started when I was 16 years old,” she explains to Us, with “people creating stories that were false about me. There have been a lot of preconceived ideas, and I’ve always tried to be open and honest. I felt like there was a big target on my back and all that mattered was what would make the biggest headlines and shock people the most.”

What Panettiere, now 36, actually survived in real life is shocking to learn, and she reveals her life’s most private moments in her upcoming memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning. For the first time, she goes in-depth about her painful breakups from boyfriend and Heroes costar Milo Ventimiglia, and her fiancé, former world champion boxer, Wladimir Klitschko. Some of the teen challenges she feels, like the hurt of bullying, are relatable, but her issues become more adult and increasingly unique to her. At 16, while doing press for Heroes, a representative supplied her with non-prescribed “happy pills” from Mexico. “I trusted her wholeheartedly,” she says. “I never in a million years thought to protect myself or question it.”

As Panettiere’s fame soared, she turned to alcohol to medicate undiagnosed postpartum depression. Two rehab stints to treat addiction issues set things up for Klitschko, 50, to demand she relinquish custody of their daughter, Kaya, now 11, and leave her in Europe. Broken and vulnerable, Panettiere was romantically charmed by Brian Hickerson, who subjected her to years of physical and emotional abuse. His violence generated more negative headlines and police visits, and Panettiere eventually landed in rehab a third time. Two years after emerging from treatment, she suffered an unimaginable loss, one she’s still recovering from.

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But Panettiere’s story is not all trauma and tears. There are moments of silliness, surges of growth, and finally some much needed healing. Now, the actress is able to be completely honest about what she did, what was done to her, and how she feels today. “I think people will be surprised by what they learn,” she says. Before her memoir’s May 19 release, the actress sat down exclusively with Us and opened up the highs and lows that shaped her life.

You’ve said that when you were asked to write this book, your first thought was to decline. Why?

I was terrified. The first thought that went through my head is, Am I ready to write a book about my life? Then I started thinking through my life and going, “Gosh, truth is stranger than fiction. I have so many stories already to share.” I hope that by sharing them in this book, that it helps people to overcome the obstacles they’re going through.

Were there chapters you were more worried to write about than others?

I thought the whole thing was very scary. I talk about traumatic moments and things that that people don’t even know about. The abuse I went through at the hands of people that were supposed to be there to protect me. Admitting to all of the things that I did. I knew if I was going to do this, I wanted to be brutally, painfully honest. When I was honest about postpartum depression on Live With Kelly and Michael [in 2015], the repercussions were shocking. After that interview, I had no idea when I walked off that stage that I was going to get the call saying “Neutrogena wants to fire you. They’re not OK with this.” And you’re going, “Wait a second, of all the things, how can they judge me about something that is so human and so real?”

In your early chapters on childhood, you recall struggling with an audition as a 4-year-old, and your mom is tough on you. Did you ever get to tell her, “I think you were a bit too hard on me”?

I feel like this is the first time that I’ve been able to. I was so scared of her that approaching her and being honest about my feelings was not going to get me any positive reaction. This is my way of doing it.

How are you and your mom today?

Unfortunately, we don’t have a relationship right now. But that doesn’t mean that I don’t leave the door open for the opportunity to present itself one day. It’s hard for me to say, but I’ve chosen to be brutally honest.

You went to trauma therapy. Is that where you healed the worry about disappointing other people?

It’s where I tried. It’s so ingrained in me to be a people pleaser. I went on set, and it was all about being professional, nailing it and always hitting my mark. I had to be perfect. It was nice to hear positive feedback from people like the directors or producers, but without [my mom’s], nothing else mattered. I felt like I had an identity crisis at 12 years old. I didn’t know who I was. I remember sitting in my bedroom and going, “I can be all of these different characters. I’m going on auditions, and I feel like I’m pulling these characters. They’re different parts of me. But who am I, just naturally?”

You explain “trigger tears” and learning to cry on command, but later realize this childhood catastrophizing was actually damaging. When did you understand what an impact that had on you?

I think I really realized on Nashville, when I was working 10 months out of the year. [As] a child, it was so easy for me to cry. When people realized that I was so good at crying, they made me do it all the time. I went from a child being able to think about something so simple that would make me emotional, but [as] I got older … I had to think about things that were so gut-wrenching and it was so constant that I was like, “How can this not be having a profound impact on me, and a negative one at that?”

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If it’s having that effect, you probably can’t use trigger tears anymore as an adult.

You also go into like a show like Nashville, where you sign on for six years, but you have no idea how many years you’re actually going to be doing the show. I had no idea that it was going to be that many hours a day and that many months out of the year. Once the writers saw how good I was at getting to those emotional places, they constantly wanted to write that in and I definitely did not expect that I would be crying that often. I went in thinking, I’m going to play a country music star. This is going to be fun. I didn’t know until I was already in the experience that, oh my gosh, in this episode I’m an alcoholic, and the next, I’m dealing with postpartum depression. This week I have to abandon my child and, gosh, this all sounds oddly familiar.

Something no one knew about you was your attraction to women, which you discuss in your book.

That’s something about me I was never able to share with the world, because it was just never the right time. It was either I was too young, and I was being forced to be perfect at all times. I was not encouraged to just be myself. Then came the period where it felt like people coming out, especially women, saying that they were bisexual or liked girls, was a fad. I was afraid that if I was honest, it was going to be like me jumping on the bandwagon. It was a very difficult topic to articulate properly. It’s sad I had to wait until I was 36 years old to share that part of me, but better late than never, right?

You said that you haven’t fallen in love with a woman, and there are probably multiple reasons for that. Have you ever tried dating women?

Yeah, I did. It was scary, though, because there were paparazzi always waiting for me outside, to follow me everywhere. I had very little privacy. I have dated women. I was much more into women even as a child than I was men. I have explored it, but because I hadn’t shared this with anybody, I didn’t really have the courage to throw myself fully emotionally into it. Because then if I did fall in love, that wasn’t something that I wanted to ever have to hide.

Given where you are today, do you think about yourself with any labels? Is it bisexual? Queer?

Now that I know that this book is coming out, and that I’ve chosen to share it with the world, I’m comfortable to confidently say that yes, I am bisexual. I said it! This is the first time I got to say it out loud.

You dated several Hollywood stars, including your Heroes castmate Milo. You were only 18 [he was 29], but did you think you could have a future together and might marry him one day?

Every relationship I’ve ever been in, I invested my whole self in. I saw him as my partner and that it was going to hopefully keep going and evolving and lead to marriage. But it was a point of contention that I was unable to put the “I” in front of “love you” and at the time, I didn’t realize or understand why it made me feel so uncomfortable. I could only say “love you” in a casual way. Being older, he was much more aware of what that meant. And that said a lot.

Milo breaks up with you, takes it back and then breaks up with you again a week later. Do you think he only took you back because you were crying so hard?

One hundred percent it was only because I was over the toilet, hysterically crying. It was like my world had crumbled. It was so out of left field, nothing that big or explosive had happened. Nothing had really gone wrong. Nobody cheated. I remember the look on his face being pure shock at how visceral and massive my negative reaction was, and he immediately took it back.

In 2009, you met Wlad, and the early days of your relationship are sweet to read. Eventually you two experience relationship challenges over how far apart your worlds are. Wlad postpones the wedding but then says, “Let’s get married.” You reject that offer. Why?

It felt like my ego had been completely destroyed in seconds. I had my book full of designs from my wedding dresses. We had traveled to Italy and had meetings with Armani. Everything was set up. In that moment, the fact that he could say that, I wasn’t gonna sit there and beg somebody to want to marry me. The only way I could think to have some sort of self -preservation and keep my confidence and not completely collapse … the best way I could think of to hurt him back, was to just blow it off. I was not going to give him the satisfaction of telling him how broken it made me. It wasn’t until years later that I got up the courage to ask him why. I was so upset with him that I wasn’t willing to be vulnerable like that.

There is vulnerability even in the prologue of this book where you write that you don’t blame Wlad for any of your wrongs, and you take “full responsibility” for your “shortcomings as a mom.” When did you get to the point of being able to take accountability like that?

That’s something that I’ve always known and struggled with. It was especially important for me to be this perfect mom, also because of my relationship with my mother, and the things that I saw her do. I’d think, These are the mistakes that I’m not gonna make. As the plans collapsed, the postpartum [depression] came, and I was completely out of control. Suddenly I was nowhere near the mom that I had sworn to myself I’d be, and that was devastating. I’m such a perfectionist in so many ways that being at least a good mother was so important to me, and such a crushing blow when I was incapable of being an even semi-decent mom, in my mind. We all want to be great parents. But we ultimately always end up making mistakes, just not maybe as many as I did.

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During the medical emergency you experience after giving birth, you realize you are no longer afraid of dying. How did you feel after surviving that?

I was shocked, because I grew up with this major fear of death. On the one hand I should have been terrified, but on the other hand, it was becoming a mother in that moment and a person is born that you are willing to do anything for, to lay your life down for. I remember looking up, praying and saying, “God, just let me hear my daughter cry. Let me know that she’s OK, and if it’s my time to go, then I’m OK with that, as long as she’s good.”

You write vividly about postpartum and the accompanying blackout of emotion. Had anyone or anything in life warned you about postpartum depression?

Nope, I had never heard anybody talk about it. That’s why it took such a long time for me to put the pieces together. My mom didn’t experience it. I never had a single friend that mentioned it. And that doesn’t necessarily mean that people around me hadn’t gone through it. There was just so much stigma around it that they weren’t willing to talk about it or address it.

Do you have advice for others who are trying to support their loved ones going through postpartum?

They could have believed me sooner. I found that if somebody had not experienced it themselves, they thought that it was all taking place in my head, and that it was my personal choice to go through it and feel [these] emotions.. No one would choose to go through this much pain especially when you’ve just had a baby. I was traumatized that I was not able to be fully emotionally present. I was also shocked that people did not believe me right off the bat. The best thing you can do is to be as supportive and understanding as possible, and the worst thing you could do is make us feel like we’re crazy and unfixable and that it’s our fault that we’re going through this.

Did your experience with the intensity of postpartum depression deter you from ever thinking about having more kids?

I’ve always wanted to have more kids, but it has definitely crossed my mind, especially with what happened during [giving] birth. It’s definitely crossed my mind that I might look into something like a surrogate. Is it safe for me to put myself in that position again, and is it going to happen the same way again if I do have another child? Is history going to repeat itself?

As they started writing your real-life story into Nashville, you developed a pill dependency and fall asleep on set getting ready for your makeup to be done. Did any of your costars realize how hard it might be to be reliving your trauma on screen?

No. That was the shocking part, that very few people seemed to care. They cared if the way it was affecting me had a negative impact on filming or on the show. But there was very little concern about my mental and emotional state. I was also very good at hiding my feelings. One of the things I was really good at when I was younger was jumping in and out of the character between action and cut. But with this character, I turned into Juliette Barnes. Juliette Barnes was me. I didn’t know where Hayden started and Juliette ended.Very few people took the time to come up to me and ask if I was OK. I don’t know that they wanted to know.

During this time period, you were also dealing with a stalker. Was this the man sentenced to 30 months in prison last July?

Yes, this is a very terrifying individual who wreaked havoc on my life for a long, long time. The FBI finally were able to get him and put him in jail. He recently got out. So I’ve been trying to process that. The whole thing [is] terrifying and affected everyone, not just me. A lot of people were in danger that were close to me.

Tell Us about the effect it had on you.

This guy had somehow gotten my number. He had gotten the number of the people closest to me. It was calls and texts all day, every day, threats on my life. I had to cancel multiple speaking events because he was waiting for me there to do lord knows what. I had to stay inside and live in fear. It had a huge impact on my life and the lives of the people I loved around me, which was almost worse for me, fearing for them. But he’s now out, and that’s just a daunting … that’s the reality of the situation. It’s terrifying what people are capable of.

After your second trip to rehab, you flew to meet Wlad and Kaya in Europe. Can you talk about that day Wlad gave you the custody documents to sign?

It was a living nightmare, and I felt so out of control. There’s nothing that I could do about it. There’s so much of me that wanted to fight, but I had to ultimately take into consideration the most important thing, which was how this was all going to affect my daughter. Sometimes that means having to do the hardest things in the world, for their sake. Wlad is an incredible father, and I know he was doing what he felt was best for our daughter. Living on separate continents made our arrangement even more challenging. Despite how I felt, it was important to always put her first. But it was a difficult thing to write about and still is a difficult thing for me to verbalize. Absolutely one of the worst days of my life, and will always be.

After that period, you start dating Brian and write that you hadn’t processed what happened with Wlad and Kaya. When did that anger evolve so you could start to process it and try to move forward?

They usually say anger is a secondary emotion. So there were a lot of different emotions that I had to sit with and just try not to completely break down, completely collapse. I would be lying if I said that I have, even to this day, been able to fully process those emotions in a healthy way. There was no other option to me, but to figure out how to stand back up on my feet and be there for my daughter in any way that I could, even if it wasn’t physically every day. I had to be strong for her. I had to make sure that she wasn’t worried about me, and I didn’t make my emotions her responsibility.

Where do you stand with Wlad and Kaya today?

I have an incredible relationship with both of them. I’m so grateful for Wlad. We’re very close, and have had a deep friendship, along with a relationship, since I met him when I was 19. So to see that we still have this bond and the ability to coparent and show our daughter [that] even though we’re not together, doesn’t mean that there’s a lack of love here, and it doesn’t mean that you’re unsafe. And my daughter, she’s just an incredible gift. She’s otherworldly and so kind and so fierce and surrounded by good people, and it’s incredible for me to be able to watch her thrive in areas that I struggled with growing up. She’s just the best thing, all the best parts of me and Wlad.

With the war in Ukraine in the last couple years, have you been able to see them?

Yes, thankfully. As soon as that war broke out [in 2022], I made sure I was right there next to my daughter, while we watched her father and her uncle fight on the front lines. She was so brave about it, and so reasonable and rational. You’re afraid that if they don’t fully process their emotions, then they’re going to ignore it, and it’s going to have a terrible impact on them later in life. But I remember, I sat her down and had a conversation with her about the war, and I said, “Do you have any questions?” And her only question was, “Why is Putin doing this?” The one question that I really couldn’t answer. I tried my best to answer it. Luckily everyone’s safe, alive and well.

After giving up custody, you started dating Brian. You vividly describe your experience with domestic violence. How hard was that to revisit?

It was brutal. It was traumatic. It was emotional. It was important for me to word that experience properly.

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Did people around you know truly what you were going through?

It’s a very embarrassing subject. I’ve always seen myself as such a resilient and strong woman. The idea that I could allow something like this to happen to me blew my mind. It blew the minds of the people that knew me best. So that whole experience, I kept as much of it to myself as possible because I didn’t want to drag anybody that I loved into [it], because I knew that they would want to protect me, and I wanted to keep them safe and emotionally safe. It was humiliating.

You’re so forthcoming about that part of your life. It helps to see that people can come out the other side.

I needed to believe that it happened for a reason. For something so horrible to happen, the only thing that I could think of to make it all worth it, was [to] let people know that they’re not alone and help people. [I’m] making sure that the people that have gone through similar things, don’t feel like they’re alone, and don’t feel like nobody understands them and knows that there’s somebody out there who went through it. And even though it took her years to truly get herself out of the situation, it’s possible. You can do it.

Brian’s no longer in your life, but when you were in it, you couldn’t see a way out. If it hadn’t been for police intervention after an incident in Wyoming, do you think you would still be in that cycle? [In 2020, Hickerson was charged with four domestic assault felonies, one misdemeanor account of battery, two felony accounts of assault with a deadly weapon, and one felony count of dissuading a witness, Panettiere, from prosecuting a crime. He was ultimately sentenced to 45 days in jail after pleading no contest to two felony counts of injuring a spouse or girlfriend.]

Getting an abusive person out of your life is like trying to rip a weed out that is so entangled into your life, and every time you pull it out another weed pops back up and you’re like, I thought I killed this. They always manage to find a way to slither back in, even if you’re an incredibly strong-willed person. What happened in Wyoming helped push me in the right direction, but it still took me a long time. I still struggled to fully put a kibosh to it for a while.

After this, you experience finding yourself again through eight months of rehab, and take us on on the journey of rediscovering joy. The first two times you did rehab, you did not have this kind of epiphany. What was it about this one?

It was time. I finally had the time to stay in treatment and let my brain re-heal and rewire itself and a lot of that is just simply time. I had never stayed in treatment that long. I would make these small leaps and little by little. And I remember getting to about eight months and going, “Oh my gosh, now I know what they mean when they say ‘gotten over the hump.’” Even though it takes patience and you hit walls, and there’s nothing about it that’s easy, it is so worth it. There’s no drug in the world that can recreate the feeling of genuine health and happiness and contentment, being content.

Was there something that gave you the boost to get in there and commit that third time?

I was truly scared. I had pushed my body to a point where my eyes turned yellow, I was struggling with jaundice, and [not having the] courage to exit my house. I went to the doctor and had a blood test and he, in no uncertain terms, told me that if you do not put a stop to this right now, then your body’s not going to be able to recover. I started doing research about liver transplants and read [that] even if you get [one], that could only buy you five years of life. And so I was like, This is very, very serious, and this has gotten completely out of hand, and I can’t seem to find the strength to do it myself. I desperately need help, and I need to admit that I’m out of control and that I have a major problem. It was like I was making up for lost time taking care of myself for those eight months, all the years of not putting myself first, not prioritizing my health and my happiness and my psyche. Something else that I loved the most about treatment that I didn’t realize I was missing so much of until I was forced to work on it was my spirituality. When I found myself really connected with my spirituality and having faith, it was healing in a way that I never thought it could be.

Sadly, as you were healing, your younger brother, Jansen, was struggling. How did it feel to learn he was using crack and heroin?

I was shocked that it had gotten that bad. When said that he had put those two substances in his body, I was floored. I should have understood better than anybody, what he was going through. And of all the people that could have saved him from passing away, it should have been me. I was willing to do anything to make sure that he was OK. But you realize that you can’t love somebody out of a situation like that if they’re not ready or willing to heal.

How did you try to help him?

I got him into treatment. I had a standing appointment with his therapist [and] I tried to give them as much advice as I could in order to be able to reach my brother mentally and make him want to heal and get better. I tried to do everything in my power and then he didn’t love treatment the way [I had]. I found so much peace there, whereas he felt like he was caged. And, I thought, “Is this making it worse? How do I not know how to help him?” And then his death happened. Getting that call, it was like a punch in the gut, and I felt my mind just completely went blank. Still, three years later, every time it’s his anniversary of his death, or his birthday, it’s actually gotten more and more painful and come to more of a realization that he’s not coming back. I never saw myself having to live my life without him. It’s something that I wish I could tell people [that] you feel their presence and time heals your heart. But … it’s still a struggle to combat the feeling of failure and guilt. I had to record the audio version of this book not too long ago, and that was the part that just broke me down. That’s a topic that is the most excruciating to me.

How did you protect your sobriety going through a loss like this?

Well, first and foremost, I had to make sure that I didn’t trust myself too much. They say when you’re healing from addiction … never say anything like, “I’ve got this,” because those are famous last words. Make sure that you have strong people around you. That was my main goal. I knew how vulnerable I was and that I was not going to be able to get through that on my own, and I did not trust myself to do it in a healthy way, because I would have done absolutely anything to ease the pain. I made sure to go back into therapy [to stay] on the right track and be able to process all of that emotion, in a healthy way, showing yourself kindness. I feel like life is one long journey of learning how to love yourself.

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You note the importance of radical acceptance. Do you use any mantras to help enforce this thought?

I’ve always loved as part of the 12 Steps, “God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference,” and that always gives me a little bit of strength to get through it. It’s such a beautiful and poignant statement. My dad always used to tell me that when I’d be struggling with self doubt when I was a kid. He made me stand in a power pose and say, “I can do it. I can do it. I can do it.” And how powerful putting that sentiment out into the universe is.

How are you and your dad today?

My dad and I have a great relationship. I actually went and lived with him and my step mom for a while, where I was born and raised in Rockland County, and felt like being at home regrounded me. Being around family reminded me of who I am at my core.

Where do you want to see yourself in five years?

There’s so many things I want to do. I would love to produce [and] direct. I would love to come out maybe with a healthcare line.design makeup, skincare and jewelry. I have so many aspirations.

You’ve also always been so passionate about animals too, so I imagine that’s a part of your future as well.

Absolutely. I love animals so much. I love the oceans and being able to use your platform to shine a spotlight on things like the dolphins and the whales and what’s going on in the world and make a difference is so healing. I feel like it’s my obligation to do that.

Do you have a dream role that you’d love to take on?

I’ve always been a big fan of doing anything physical, so I would love to do action. I will always love to do my own stunts or doing projects that I had to learn a sport for, whether it’s riding a zebra or figure skating or learning how to cheerlead in Bring It On. I’d also love to do comedy. I think that would be good for my soul, and just a great environment to be around, laughing instead of crying. I have to make up for all the tears over the years.

“I know my posts about my dogs are usually fun and silly, but today I wanted to share something more serious,” Beador, 62, wrote via Instagram on Tuesday, May 5. “After experiencing multiple seizures, Archie has been diagnosed with brain cancer.”

She continued, “Our heart aches for our sweet Archie. He means the world to the girls and I.  We are going to do everything we can to help him fight this.”

Shannon, who shares three daughters with ex-husband David Beador, has started looking into treatment protocols for her pooch.

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“Archie has seen a neurologist and oncologist and it has been recommended that he start radiation soon,” Beador explained. “If anyone has experience with this or advice to share, it would truly mean so much to the girls and I. Please don’t hesitate to DM and reach out. Thank you for loving Archie as much as we do 🤍.”

Archie was previously injured in 2024 after being bitten by another canine.

“Archie was bit by another dog when we went on a walk today,” Shannon wrote in a June 2024 social media post. “The dog was enclosed in his front patio, but started to bark and stuck his face out to bite Archie through the slats in the fence. … The owner said that maybe I walked too close to his fence 😡. Archie has never been in a dog fight in all of his 8 years!!”

Nearly two months after Archie recovered, Shannon worried fans about the pup’s condition when she stated in another social media upload that he was “in heaven.”

“I said he was ‘in heaven’ because there were so many little dogs around him,” the Bravolebrity explained in August 2024, referring to a previous post about Archie on a puppy play date. “Little dogs are his favorite. Archie is great!!!”

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Shannon adopted Archie in 2016.

“He was raised in San Francisco at the Four Seasons hotel because they have residences up there. And the people worked, so the dog was home alone all the time. But yeah, he’s been raised fancy,” she said in a 2019 video shared by Bravo. “He’s so much fun and so protective. He has these little sweet quirks, and we’re all in love.”

Two years later, Shannon confirmed that Archie was missing. He was found within days.

“Archie is home!” Shannon wrote via Instagram in November 2021. “Thank you to everyone that helped me throughout the night and especially to my neighbor who took him in and kept him safe! ❤️ Grateful beyond.”

After scrolling through pages of stylish fashion pieces, we found 17 Zara-style spring dresses that look boutique-worthy without the sticker shock. Think finds with puff sleeves, flattering smocked waists and breezy fits that work for brunch dates, office days, spring vacations and wedding guest moments alike. Starting at just $20, these affordable finds prove expensive-looking style doesn’t have to come with buyer’s remorse.

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1. Our Favorite: Tiered ruffles and a V-neckline make this boho maxi dress look like something off a designer rack. The pockets and puff sleeves are the practical bonuses you wouldn’t expect at this price.

2. Very Versatile: One dress, a dozen outfits. You can elevate this square-neck maxi with heels for dinner or wear it casually with white sneakers for errands. Plus, the smocked bodice handles bloated days without issue.

3. Make a Statement: The hydrangea pink and blue print on this puff-sleeve maxi photographs beautifully and reads expensive in person. The floor-length skirt brings proportions that actually work.

4. Brunch-Ready: This button-down maxi with sandals is the outfit you’ll wear for Saturday brunch on a patio with an iced coffee in hand. We love the tie-waist belt that can be adjusted, especially if mimosas turn into lunch.

5. Pretty Prints: If finding flattering prints in your size is a struggle, this polka dot dress comes in several patterns that all photograph well. The smocked top means no tugging or adjusting all day.

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6. Has Pockets: Throw this colorful floral maxi on for a backyard dinner with sandals, and you’ve got an outfit. The pockets mean you can ditch the purse and still carry your essentials.

7. Posh Polka Dots: The mesh overlay on this polka dot maxi gives it dimension in a way that a flat print can’t match. A V-neck and sleeveless cut keep it light without feeling exposed.

8. Zimmerman-Style: Long sleeves, a belted waist and floral print give this chiffon Zimmermann-style mini dress that designer aesthetic without the four-figure receipt. The button-up front adds a tailored touch.

9. Ravishing Ruffles: If you want a wow-factor dress that’s still comfortable, this ruffled V-neck maxi hits both. The tiered skirt moves beautifully and the back detail means you don’t need a ton of jewelry.

10. Boho Babe: Embroidered florals and an off-shoulder neckline put this boho maxi dress in vacation territory. The long puff sleeves provide a nice balance as you show off your shoulders while still getting some arm coverage.

11. Gorgeous Gingham: Toss this spaghetti strap dress on for a farmers’ market run with a straw bag and slides. The pockets hold your phone and you’re out the door.

12. A Bestseller: There’s a reason this red floral sundress keeps selling out. The stretchy fabric and scoop neck give it the easy fit of a T-shirt with the look of a real dress.

13. Boho Babe: The smocked bodice and ruffle details on this beige boho maxi keep it from looking shapeless despite the loose flowy cut. The backless detail also adds an unexpected touch.

14. Classic LBD: An A-line skirt and sleeveless bodice make this little black dress the kind of staple that earns its closet space. The cocktail length keeps it appropriate for happy hours and weddings.

15. Luxe Lace: The cotton lace eyelet design keeps this tank maxi dress cool when temperatures climb. The A-line cut skims past the waist to give off a slimming appearance.

16. Vacation-Ready: Sunset beach dinners call for breezy dresses, with this spaghetti strap maxi. It goes nicely with gold sandals and that bronzed vacation glow.

17. Strapless Stunner: Strapless dresses usually mean constant adjusting, but the ruching on this loose maxi dress holds its place. The loose skirt means you can actually eat dinner comfortably.

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