Whitney Leavitt is looking at what's to come after her final season of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.

The social media personality and reality star turned Broadway star stopped by Good Morning America Friday to address why season 5 of the Mormon mom influencer reality show is her last and her next moves.

"I feel like with anything in life, you feel like you have this book of life and it just felt like it was a chapter that was time to end and I've tried to leave multiple times, which I'm sure you've seen," she said.

She added, "But this one I felt ended really well, and I think everyone felt that."

Leavitt announced in May in an Instagram video that she is leaving the Hulu reality show, which she has appeared in since its September 2024 debut.

Since then, she went on to compete on season 34 of Dancing with the Stars where she placed sixth, and also made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago in February.

In August, she announced that she is returning to Broadway to star in Just in Time for a limited six-week engagement. She'll appear in the musical from Dec. 1 until Jan. 10, 2027.

"I'm so excited, I'm doing what I love," she said. "This is what I always wanted to do. This is just the beginning."

On top of everything else happening in her life, she is also getting ready to cheer on her husband, Conner Leavitt, on season 35 of DWTS.

Earlier this week, Conner Leavitt was announced as part of the new celebrity cast competing for the Mirrorball Trophy. Whitney Leavitt added that she was the one to tell her husband that he was going to star in the new season, after the show's casting director told her.

She added that as her husband has been preparing for the upcoming season with his pro dance partner, Adele Zaikman, he'll send her videos of them dancing and she'll offer her critique.

"I'm like, do this, do that, but remember to have fun," she told GMA.

"With last season of Dancing with the Stars, I think everyone remembers Conner cheering everyone on, and this is just now his time for all of us to cheer him on and I'm so excited for him. He deserves everything and more," Whitney Leavitt said.

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More members of the Wizarding World have been cast in HBO's Harry Potter series.

The network has announced that Bonnie Hill, Billy Barratt and Lenny Rush have joined the season 2 cast of the upcoming series.

Hill takes over the role of Ginny Weasley moving forward. The character will be played by Gracie Cochrane in season 1 of the show. ABC Audio confirmed in May that Cochrane will not return to play the character in season 2 of the show.

At the time, Cochrane and her family released a statement regarding her decision to exit the series.

"Due to unforeseen circumstances Gracie has made the challenging decision to step away from her role as Ginny Weasley in the HBO Harry Potter series after season one," the statement reads. "Her time as part of the Harry Potter world has been truly wonderful, and she is deeply grateful to Lucy Bevan and the entire production team for creating such an unforgettable experience. Gracie is very excited about the opportunities her future holds."

Barratt joins the series in the role of Tom Riddle, while Rush will take on the part of the house-elf Dobby.

"The Chamber of Secrets has been opened," HBO Max captioned a casting announcement Instagram post.

The new actors join the previously announced Kit Harington, who is set to play Gilderoy Lockhart in season 2.

HBO renewed its Harry Potter series for season 2 on May 6. The renewal announcement arrived months ahead of the debut of the show's first season.

Dominic McLaughlin leads the cast as Harry Potter. He stars alongside Alastair Stout and Arabella Stanton, who play Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger. The show is described as a faithful adaptation of the books by J.K. Rowling, who serves as an executive producer.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone will air on HBO and debut on HBO Max on Christmas Day 2026. Season 2 is set to begin production in fall 2026.

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Ready, set, binge! Here's a look at some of the new movies and TV shows coming to theaters and streaming services this weekend:

Peacock 
Love Island USA season 8 reunion: See the Islanders reunite to look back on the record-breaking season.

Hulu
Chad Powers: Season 2 of the comedy series starring and co-created by Glen Powell premieres.

Paramount+
Clash of the Thundermans: The new film based on the Nickelodeon series debuts.

Apple TV
Mayday: Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh star in this action comedy film.

Netflix
Earle Meets World: Influencer Alix Earle reveals even more about her life in this new reality TV series.

Movie theaters 
Onslaught: Adria Arjona stars in the action slasher film from A24.

That’s all for this week’s Weekend Watchlist – happy streaming!

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Miley Cyrus is giving fans the first taste of her upcoming album.

The Grammy-winning singer released her new single, "Bass Persuades," on Thursday, Sept. 3, along with an official music video directed by Mert Alas.

The song is the first single from Cyrus' upcoming 10th studio album of the same name, Bass Persuades, which is set to be released Sept. 18 via Atlantic Records.

The album, which Cyrus announced earlier this week, is currently available for preorder and presave. A Neon Version vinyl featuring an exclusive cover is also available for preorder through Cyrus' online store.

Cyrus is also set to return to the stage for two shows at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on Oct. 16 and Oct. 18.

Tickets will first be available through an American Express presale beginning Sept. 8 at 10 a.m. PT, followed by Cyrus' artist presale on Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. PT. The general sale begins Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. PT, according to a press release.

Cyrus first announced Bass Persuades on Sept. 1, sharing the album's title, release date and details about the upcoming Hollywood Bowl shows.

In an Instagram post announcing the album, Cyrus explained the meaning behind its title.

"Music takes hold of us. We feel it, sing it, sometimes dance to it, let it out and carry on," she wrote.

"It is powerful, vulnerable, sweet and strong. Heart full, heartache, every part of life in between. That’s what the title means to me," she added. "Thank you for being a part of making my wildest dreams come true. I sincerely hope you love this album."

Bass Persuades follows Cyrus' 2025 studio album, Something Beautiful, and her 2023 album, Endless Summer Vacation. Her song "Flowers," which appeared on Endless Summer Vacation, earned her Grammys for record of the year and best pop solo performance.

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Supergirl is flying on to streaming. The DC Studios film will make its global streaming debut to HBO Max on Sept. 10. It will arrive to HBO linear on Sept. 12. The movie stars Milly Alcock, Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, David Corenswet and Jason Momoa. It follows the titular cousin of Superman as she joins forces with an unlikely companion to save the life of her dog, Krypto ...

Live from London, it's Saturday night! Jeff Goldblum is set to host the premiere episode of Saturday Night Live U.K. season 2. The new season returns to Sky on Sept. 12. Goldblum has hosted the U.S. version of the program twice. The musical guest on the upcoming episode will be Irish singer‑songwriter CMAT ...

The teaser trailer for Maxton Hall season 3 is here. The third and final season of the romance series, which has the full title Maxton Hall – The World Between Us, premieres on Dec. 9. The trailer stars Harriet Herbig-Matten as Ruby and Damian Hardung as James ...

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Odysseus' journey through IMAX screens is not even close to ending.

Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic poem is getting an extended run in 70mm IMAX lasting throughout the month of September. This brings the large format exhibitor's run of the film up to 11 weeks.

Additional showtimes have been added at 39 IMAX screens across the United States from Sept. 17 to Sept. 30. The movie is already Nolan's highest-grossing film. It's garnered $1.55 billion at the worldwide box office and is the highest-grossing IMAX release of all time.

The Odyssey is the first feature shot entirely with IMAX cameras. Matt Damon stars as Odysseus in the film that opened in theaters on July 17.

In addition to Damon, the movie stars Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya and Charlize Theron.

The Odyssey, of course, tells the story of the Greek hero Odysseus' 10-year journey home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. He encounters interruptions in his quest to return home to his wife, Penelope, and his grown son, Telemachus, who fights off suitors who are desperate to steal his father's throne.

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Heated Rivalry continues to add to its lineup for season 2.

Kevin Zegers, Paul Gross and Milla Jovovich are the latest actors to join the cast of the Crave/HBO Max hockey romance series. Zegers will play Coach Brandon Wiebe, the rookie coach of Ilya Rozanov’s new Ottawa hockey team. Jovovich will play Dr. Galina Molchalina, Ilya’s Russian therapist.

Gross takes on the role of Commissioner Roger Crowell, head of the hockey league.

Season 2 stars Connor Storrie as Ilya Rozanov and Hudson Williams as Shane Hollander, two hockey rivals who enter into a yearslong love affair. The show was created by Jacob Tierney and based on the Game Changers book series by Rachel Reid.

Returning cast members also include François Arnaud and Robbie G.K., who play Scott Hunter and Kip Grady; Sophie Nélisse, who plays Rose Landry; and Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova, who plays Svetlana Vetrova.

Previously announced new additions to the cast include Justice Smith as Harris Drover, Charlie Gillespie as Troy Barrett, Daniel Diemer as Ryan Price, Shaheen Jafargholi as Fabian Salah and Edvin Ryding as Luca Haas.

Season 2 is set to premiere in spring of 2027 on HBO Max in the U.S.

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Dave Bautista is preparing to take over the role of Kratos in God of War.

The actor took to Instagram on Wednesday to share a video of himself training to take on the lead role in Prime Video's video game TV adaptation.

Prime Video confirmed to ABC Audio in July that it decided to recast the role of Kratos after its original actor, Ryan Hurst, was seriously injured while on set of the series in late June. Hurst tore a bicep while performing a stunt on the show.

Bautista is the actor taking over the part, and his video shows him in the gym training for the role.

"3rd week in to weight training again. 2 more months to get to where I need to be. Like ridin a bike! LFG!" Bautista wrote.

The video finds Bautista showing off his physique for the camera. He takes off his shirt and ends the video in Kratos' signature pose.

While recovery time for Hurst's injury is unclear, it would likely not have been safe for him to resume filming until 2027. This led to the decision for Bautista to take over the part. Additionally, the show's co-lead, Atreus, is played by child actor Callum Vinson. Much of the existing footage will need to be reshot as Vinson is growing and changing.

Production started on God of War back in February. It's based on the popular ancient mythology-themed Playstation video game and has already received a two-season order from the streamer.

The storyline for the upcoming series follows "father and son Kratos and Atreus as they embark on a journey to spread the ashes of their wife and mother, Faye," according to an official synopsis from Prime Video. "Through their adventures, Kratos tries to teach his son to be a better god, while Atreus tries to teach his father how to be a better human."

Also starring in the show are Mandy Patinkin as Odin, Ed Skrein as Baldur, Max Parker as Heimdall, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Thor, Teresa Palmer as Sif, Alastair Duncan as Mimir, Jeff Gulka as Sindri and Danny Woodburn as Brok.

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More MobLand is on the way.

Paramount+ has renewed the action-crime series for season 3. This renewal comes ahead of the release of season 2 of the show, which premieres on the streaming service Sept. 18.

Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren star in the series about two mob families who find themselves in a war that threatens to ruin their empires and lives.

"The Harrigans, heads of North London’s largest criminal empire, are on the brink of civil war, and their rivals are starting to notice. As tensions within the Harrigan family intensify, their ‘fixer’ Harry Da Souza is the only one that can keep them from falling apart," according to an official description of season 2.

Ronan Bennett created and co-wrote the series, which was executive produced by David C. Glasser and co-written by Jez Butterworth.

Paddy Considine, Joanne Froggatt, Lara Pulver, Anson Boon, Mandeep Dhillon, Jasmine Jobson, Teddie Allen, Emmett J. Scanlan, Johnny Flynn, Ophelia Lovibond, Janet McTeer and Toby Jones also star in season 2.

“With over 26 million viewers and climbing, MobLand has become a resounding triumph driven by the creative brilliance of Guy, Jez, Ronan and David C. Glasser, and brought to life by the powerhouse performances by Tom, Pierce, and Helen,” Chris McCarthy, the co-CEO of Paramount and president of SHOWTIME/MTV Entertainment, said at the time the series was renewed for season 2 in June 2025. 

New episodes of the 10-episode season 2 will be available to stream on Fridays, culminating in the season 2 finale releasing on Nov. 20.

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Disney star Carla Jeffery has died, according to a statement shared on her official Instagram by her talent management company. She was 33.

The actress was known for her role in the Zombies franchise.

"It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Carla Jeffery, who passed away on September 1, 2026, at just 33 years old," Carla Alexander of Alexanders Talent Management wrote in the statement.

Alexander went on, "Carla joined the Alexanders Talent Management family at the age of 12. For more than 20 years, we had the privilege of watching her grow into a beautiful, vibrant, and incredibly talented woman whose radiant smile could light up any room."

She added that Jeffery was "more than a client; she was family."

"Our hearts are with Carla's family and loved ones during this devastating time," Alexander continued. "We respectfully ask that their privacy be honored as they grieve this unimaginable loss. Rest beautifully, Carla. Your light will never be forgotten."

ABC News has reached out to Jeffery's rep.

Details about the actress's death have not been revealed.

In a statement, Disney Entertainment Television said: "Carla Jeffery’s extraordinary talent, warmth and spirit left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of working with her. She had a rare gift for connecting with audiences, and her performances brought joy to millions. We will remember Carla for her generosity, her humor and the genuine light she brought to those around her. We offer our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones, her castmates and collaborators, and the countless fans whose lives she touched."

Many across Hollywood and beyond, including her fellow Disney stars, took to the comments section of the post, sharing their disbelief over the news.

"Carla. The sweetest person I have ever met. I love you," Jeffery's Zombies co-star Milo Manheim commented.

Chandler Kinney, who starred in Zombies 2 and Zombies 3 with Jeffery, wrote, "[T]he brightest shining light in any room she walked into. the kindest person you'd ever meet. the most beautiful soul. this doesn't feel real."

Born on July 10, 1993, in Houston, Texas, Jeffery's first film role was in the 2006 film Phat Girlz.

She had a role on Nickelodeon's iCarly in 2008 and also portrayed Keysha Black in the television series Curb Your Enthusiasm.

In 2011, she appeared on Disney Channel's Good Luck Charlie, and appeared on Shake It Up the following year.

After appearing on several more shows, including Scream Queens and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, she landed the role of Bree in the first Zombies film in 2018.

She went on to star in Zombies 2 and Zombies 3, as well as voicing Bree in several Zombies re-animated shorts.

ABC News' Juwon Funes contributed to this report.

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Battinson may be back, but he's feeling his age.

Robert Pattinson is currently filming the long-awaited superhero sequel The Batman Part II. The actor celebrated his 40th birthday a month before filming started on the project in London this June. He told GQ in a recent interview that making an action movie feels different at 40.

“I’m in London here till the end of the year doing a Batman sequel,” Pattinson said. "It’s good. I’m definitely feeling my age when fighting a lot. I’m literally like, ‘G******, this is significantly harder than it used to be.’"

The actor said even though making the movie is harder, it's still "really fun" to do.

"I think the movie’s going to be pretty great. It’s got a really, really fun cast, but it’s a marathon," Pattinson said.

The cast of The Batman Part II includes franchise newcomers and A-listers Scarlett Johansson and Sebastian Stan, whose roles have yet to be announced. Charles Dance, Brian Tyree Henry and Sebastian Koch also star in the Matt Reeves-directed movie.

The Batman Part II is set to open in theaters on Feb. 18, 2028. It has been delayed multiple times. The film was first scheduled to open on Oct. 2, 2026, before it was delayed to Oct. 1, 2027.

Reeves announced the most recent release date change in a video he posted to Vimeo on July 15. The video also features the first camera test footage of Pattinson back in costume as the caped crusader.

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The boy who lived is back for a brand-new era.

HBO has released a new official teaser trailer for the first season of its upcoming Harry Potter series, titled Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.

"There is nothing special about Harry Potter — at least that's what his Aunt Petunia always says. On his 11th birthday, a letter of admittance to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry opens up a hidden world for Harry: one of fun, friendship and magic," its official logline reads. "But with this new adventure comes great risk as Harry is forced to face a dangerous enemy from his past."

Dominic McLaughlin leads the cast as Harry Potter. He stars alongside Alastair Stout and Arabella Stanton, who play Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger. The series is described as a faithful adaptation of the books by J.K. Rowling, who serves as an executive producer.

The new teaser shows off the new crop of Hogwarts students arriving for the first day of the new school year. We see Harry, Ron and Hermione arrive on the Hogwarts Express, before Harry is sorted into Gryffindor by the sorting hat.

"Everyone thinks I'm this great wizard, but I really don't know anything," Harry says to Professor McGonagall, played by Janet McTeer.

We also see Severus Snape, as portrayed by Paapa Essiedu, signal Harry out during potions class.

"Let's hope you show some talent on the Quidditch pitch, Potter," Snape says. "You've certainly not exhibited any in here."

The series was renewed for season 2 on May 6, months ahead of its first season premiere. Succession's Jon Brown, who was a writer on season 1, has been promoted to co-showrunner for season 2. He will serve in the role alongside Francesca Gardiner, the showrunner of season 1.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone debuts to HBO and HBO Max on Dec. 25.

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Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce has made his first in-depth remarks about his July 3 wedding to music superstar Taylor Swift, opening up on his New Heights podcast about the celebrities who attended, officiant Adam Sandler and more.

"It was insane. It's a night out we'll never forget," Kelce said in a new podcast episode that dropped Wednesday. "From the vows to, you know, just seeing everyone, to how much fun we had throughout the entire evening and hearing that kind of be relayed through everybody's stories of the night, it was just so magical, man."

Kelce and Swift got married on Fourth of July eve inside Madison Square Garden in front of a reported 1,000 guests.

"We we wanted to do it somewhere where we could have a very intimate and genuine setting without a lot of distractions and we needed it to be a private feel," Kelce said of choosing the iconic New York City venue. "And MSG went above and beyond to give us that. And I can't thank everybody enough about that that showed up, but also that helped put the show on."

Kelce and his New Heights co-host, his brother Jason Kelce, said the wedding party continued at Madison Square Garden until "they kicked us out."

The couple surprised fans by having Sandler — who starred with Travis Kelce in Happy Gilmore 3 and whose wife and daughters are well-known Swift fans — officiate the wedding.

The NFL star described Sandler as the "best person on the planet" and gave him a special shoutout for marrying the pair.

"For him to be up for getting ordained in the state of New York and marrying me and Taylor in the way he did it, in the very, you know, Sandman style, and giving us more than we could have ever imagined in that moment, knowing that it was the biggest night of both of our lives, it was absolutely insane," he said.

Both Travis Kelce and his brother also spoke about the dichotomy of having some of the biggest celebrities in the world at the wedding — guests included Tom Cruise, Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, Brad Pitt and more — alongside their lifelong friends and family members.

"It was so cool seeing everyone from my childhood not only mesh with Taylor and her childhood and her family and friends and people that she works with to who we've encounter[ed] ... over our careers and who we just admire as people and have become good friends with now," Travis Kelce said. "It's just been so cool to see that world come together."

He added, "We wanted it to be a beautiful ceremony but we also wanted to make sure that everybody left there having some fun. It was a magical night."

Travis Kelce and Swift had a strict no-phones policy at the wedding, and no official photos from the celebration have been released. Swift has not yet commented publicly on the wedding.

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East of Eden has its first full-length trailer.

The new limited series adaptation of John Steinbeck’s classic novel stars Florence Pugh as Cathy Ames, whose life becomes "intertwined with the lives of generations of men from the Trask family — notably those of Adam (Christopher Abbott) and Charles (Mike Faist).”

Throughout the trailer we hear Cathy’s narration as she muses on the evils of the world. “Evil is not always apparent at first glance,” she says. “It can come cloaked in goodness, or beauty, or love. The heart of our oldest stories.”

We see Adam immediately taken with Cathy, but his brother Charles is wary. “A girl like that doesn’t just fall out of the sky,” Charles warns. “She’s going to tear you to pieces, and I don’t want to watch it.”

The story later follows Cathy and Adam’s twin boys, Cal Trask, played by Joseph Zada, and Aron Trask, played by Joe Anders.

The seven-episode series is directed by Zoe Kazan, the granddaughter of director Elia Kazan, who previously adapted the novel into a 1955 film that launched the career of James Dean.

East of Eden debuts on Netflix Oct. 1.

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A new crop of celebrities is trading their day jobs for dancing shoes as Dancing with the Stars gears up for season 35.

The new season brings a fresh celebrity cast, returning fan-favorite pros and a new addition to the professional lineup following the first-ever season of Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro.

The full celebrity cast and professional dancer pairings for season 35 were revealed Wednesday exclusively on Good Morning America.

This season's cast includes actresses Jenna Dewan, Julia Stiles and Tatyana Ali; Savannah Bananas star Jackson Olson; chef Giada De Laurentiis; reality TV stars Maura Higgins, Ciara Miller and Tyler Cameron; singer Taylor Hanson; Jimmy Kimmel Live! personality Guillermo Rodriguez and more.

Adele Zaikman will join Dancing with the Stars season 35 as a pro after winning the inaugural season of Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro.

Zaikman was crowned the winner during the series' Aug. 31 finale, earning a spot as a professional dancer in the DWTS ballroom.

Season 35 will also see the return of longtime pro Sharna Burgess, who will compete for the first time since season 30 in 2021.

Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli are returning to the judges' table, with Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough returning as co-hosts.

Dancing with the Stars season 35 will kick off with a two-night premiere Tuesday, Sept. 15, and Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+.

Following the two-night premiere, the show will air Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+.

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The teaser trailer for La Bola Negra has arrived. Netflix released the trailer for its upcoming film from Cannes-winning directors Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi. The movie's cast includes musician Guitarricadelafuente, Julio Torres, Penélope Cruz and Glenn Close. It tells the story of three generations of men whose lives are intimately connected. The movie is also one of the rare Netflix titles to get a theatrical release. It opens in cinemas on Oct. 16 ...

Also arriving on Oct. 16 is season 4 of Tulsa King. The series, which stars Sylvester Stallone, premieres to Paramount+ on that date. The streamer has released a teaser trailer for the fourth season. It finds Stallone's Dwight fighting to legitimize his empire and protect his crew from dangerous new enemies. Martin Starr, Jay Will, Vincent Piazza, Annabella Sciorra, Chris Caldovino, McKenna Quigley Harrington and Frank Grillo also star in season 4 ...

Moana is wayfinding its way to premium digital platforms. The live-action adaptation of the Disney animated film will be available to purchase on platforms like Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango on Sept. 8. Additionally, the film will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray and DVD starting on Oct. 6. Catherine Lagaʻaia stars as the titular wayfinder while Dwayne Johnson reprises his role as the demigod Maui ... Disney is the parent company of ABC News.

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Some familiar faces are suiting up for season 2 of Heated Rivalry.

Cast members returning to the Crave/HBO Max hockey romance series alongside stars Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams include François Arnaud and Robbie G.K., who play Scott Hunter and Kip Grady; Sophie Nélisse, who plays Rose Landry; and Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova, who plays Svetlana Vetrova.

Others reprising their roles are Christina Chang and Dylan Walsh as Shane Hollander’s parents, Yuna and David; Callan Potter and Benjamin Roy as Shane’s teammates Hayden and JJ; and Kamilla Kowal as Hayden’s wife, Jackie.

Deadline was the first to report the news. 

The returning cast joins the recently announced new additions, which include Justice Smith as Harris Drover, Charlie Gillespie as Troy Barrett, Daniel Diemer as Ryan Price, Shaheen Jafargholi as Fabian Salah and Edvin Ryding as Luca Haas.

Heated Rivalry, created by Jacob Tierney, is based on the Game Changers book series by Rachel Reid and follows the rivals to lovers story of Ilya Rozanov (Storrie) and Shane Hollander (Williams).

Season 2 is set to premiere in spring of 2027 on HBO Max in the U.S.

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A documentary about the late Matthew Perry is headed to Netflix.

The streaming service has announced a new three-part documentary series about the Friends actor, who died on Oct. 28, 2023, at 54 years old.

Called The One About Matthew Perry, this will be the first in-depth, definitive documentary about the actor. It is directed by Emmy Award winner Mary Robertson and premieres to Netflix on Oct. 27.

The series will feature never-before-heard testimonies from Perry's sister, Mia Perry Bowick, as well as lifelong best friends of the actor. It will also have unreleased photos and videos from the Perry family's private archive.

"Told through intimate testimonies from close family and friends, this documentary event reveals the real Matthew Perry—generous, funny, vulnerable, larger than life—and the battles he fought to become the man behind the icon. A raw record of a life lived in full, and the honesty that became his greatest legacy," according to the docuseries' logline.

“Matthew Perry was one of the comedic geniuses of our time. Through his many films, TV and stage performances, and his unforgettable portrayal of Chandler Bing, he made millions of us laugh, connect, and feel a little less alone," Robertson said in a press release. "He also gave us so much more by bravely speaking about addiction. Yet the public only knew part of his story. That's why we set out to make this series: to let the people who knew and loved Matthew reveal the person behind the public figure."

Perry Bowick also released a statement on the docuseries.

"It's taken time for me to feel ready to share these memories and what it was like to love Matthew through all the complexity of his life—to see him as a whole person, not just as Chandler, and not just as someone who struggled with addiction," she said. "As his sister, he shaped who I am today, the person I strive to be, and the work to which I've devoted my life. Matthew had a beautiful heart and a generous spirit, and even in his darkest moments, he could still make you laugh and feel loved. I hope this series gives everyone who loved him, whether personally or from afar, a deeper appreciation for who he truly was, and the legacy he leaves behind."

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Jonathan Bailey has dropped out of the upcoming West End revival of Sunday in the Park with George.

The announcement comes almost a month after Bailey's Wicked co-star Ariana Grande announced she was exiting the same production.

Bailey took to his Instagram Story on Tuesday to announce his decision to depart the musical revival.

“Ari is one of my dearest friends, and my support for her is unwavering. ... After much consideration, I have decided to also step back from Sunday in the Park with George," Bailey wrote.

The actor continued, "This brilliant, introspective musical has been a real passion project for me, and I feel incredibly lucky to have shared in its journey with this team. Among many things, the story explores the deep connection between George and Dot, a beautiful, devoted pairing, and I so look forward to seeing what the team, and the two actors who will now take on these roles, will create with it.”

Bailey ended his statement by sending well-wishes to the musical's company.

"I wish the very best to the entire company. I will be cheering them on as they continue with this production," Bailey wrote.

It is currently not known who will take over the production's leading roles after Bailey and Grande's departures. The production took to its Instagram Story to share a statement of its own after Bailey announced his exit.

"Following Ariana Grande's withdrawal, Jonathan Bailey has informed the producers that he has also decided to withdraw from Sunday in the Park with George. Work on the production continues," the statement reads. "Casting decisions are actively under way, and the creative team is reshaping the production around a new company while preserving the ambition and artistic integrity of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's musical."

The statement concludes with, "Further casting and production details will be announced in due course."

Sunday in the Park with George is scheduled to begin performances at the Barbican Centre in London in 2027.

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Miley Cyrus is entering a new era with a new album and a return to the stage.

The singer announced Tuesday that she's releasing her 10th studio album on Sept. 18, titled Bass Persuades.

"Music takes hold of us. We feel it, sing it, sometimes dance to it, let it out and carry on," Cyrus wrote in an Instagram post.

"It is powerful, vulnerable, sweet and strong. Heart full, heartache, every part of life in between. That’s what the title means to me," she added. "Thank you for being a part of making my wildest dreams come true. I sincerely hope you love this album."

The artist also shared a video of her playing electric guitar, teasing what the new music will sound like.

Along with the new album, Cyrus is heading to the Hollywood Bowl in October for a special two-night performance.

"It’s been a while. The Hollywood Bowl is my favorite place to experience music and see my favorite artists," she wrote in a separate Instagram post. "I’ve sat in those seats many times, but I’ve never taken the stage. LA is my heart and I’m bringing it home. See you there."

Bass Persuades follows Cyrus' 2025 studio album, Something Beautiful, and her 2023 album, Endless Summer Vacation. Her song "Flowers," which appeared on the 2023 album, earned her the Grammys for record of the year and best pop solo performance.

Earlier this year, Cyrus celebrated the 20th anniversary of Hannah Montana, the TV show that made her a star, with the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special.

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