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Puka Shells Are Back: Antoni Porowski Sparks a ’90s Style Revival in NYC

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Dust off your boy band playlists, order up a round of Smirnoff Ice, and prepare for a full-blown nostalgia wave: the puka shell necklace is officially making a comeback. And we have Antoni Porowski to thank for it.

The Queer Eye food and fashion savant sent shockwaves through style circles on Monday, April 21, when he appeared at a New York City screening of CNN’s Searching for Spain with Eva Longoria—not just looking polished and handsome, but rocking a truly unexpected accessory: a puka shell necklace.

Antoni Porowski and Eva Longoria attend the CNN 'Searching for Spain with Eva Longoria' Screening and Reception in New York City. (Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)
Antoni Porowski and Eva Longoria attend the CNN ‘Searching for Spain with Eva Longoria’ Screening and Reception in New York City. (Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)

Yes, that’s right. The beachy, white, ring-shaped shells—synonymous with ‘90s teen culture, frosted tips, and mall food courts—are back from fashion exile. And Antoni wore them with intention. Pairing the shells with a tailored tan linen suit, matching vest, and a crisp, collarless white shirt unbuttoned just enough to spotlight the necklace (and maybe a little chest), he turned what could have been a retro punchline into a confident, contemporary fashion statement.

A Shell-Ful of Nostalgia

Puka shells, which originated in Hawaii, became popularized in mainland fashion during the ’70s and ’80s as a symbol of laid-back surfer vibes. But their real cultural chokehold came in the ’90s and early 2000s, when every teen heartthrob from MTV to The WB rocked them—whether with cargo shorts, ripped Abercrombie jeans, or yes, those unforgettable frosted tips.

Gay, straight, or somewhere in-between, the puka didn’t discriminate. It was a unisex staple that somehow walked the line between SoCal cool and suburban mall chaos. Now, it appears to be inching its way back into the mainstream.

Antoni Doubles Down

Proving his neckwear revival was no one-time novelty, Antoni doubled down on the trend just days later. At a cocktail reception for luxury menswear label Dunhill, he stepped out again—this time in a more understated ensemble featuring a fitted henley shirt and a more subdued version of the puka necklace.

Photo: Instagram (@antoni/@dunhill)
Photo: Instagram (@antoni/@dunhill)

The message is clear: This isn’t just a throwback. It’s a fashion movement.

Antoni hasn’t yet publicly addressed his newfound shell obsession, but let’s be honest—we’re all waiting for the inevitable Instagram carousel post, complete with a cheeky caption and maybe a slow-motion hair flip. And possibly, dare we say, a nod to the forbidden fruit of Y2K fashion: frosted tips.

The Puka Shell’s Pop Culture Encore

Turns out, Antoni isn’t the only one catching the puka wave. Sharp-eyed fans of The Last of Us noticed a surprise cameo by the iconic necklace on actress Tati Gabrielle’s character Nora in a recent episode. Whether it was a subtle nod to better times or a survival-era fashion flex, one thing is certain: the shell is everywhere.

So go ahead, laugh, cringe, or embrace your inner early-2000s self. Puka shells are back—and they might just be here to stay.

And as for Antoni? He’s leading the charge with a wink, a smirk, and a killer linen suit.

 

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Diego Calva Opens Up About Intimate Scenes with Jacob Elordi in ‘On Swift Horses’: ‘He’s Like a God!’

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Mexican actor Diego Calva is pulling back the curtain on what it was like to film intense, intimate scenes with co-star Jacob Elordi in the upcoming queer period drama On Swift Horses, calling the experience both “intimidating” and emotionally profound.

The film, based on Shannon Pufahl’s acclaimed novel of the same name, is set against the backdrop of post-war America and centers on a love triangle — and ultimately a love quadrangle — involving a married couple and two of the husband’s closest companions.

Daisy Edgar-Jones plays Muriel, a young woman stuck in a strained marriage to Lee, portrayed by Will Poulter. The narrative takes a complicated turn when Muriel finds herself emotionally drawn to Lee’s younger brother Julius (Jacob Elordi). But the emotional core of the film ultimately pivots to the forbidden and passionate affair between Julius and Henry (Diego Calva), a mysterious figure Julius meets in a Las Vegas casino.

An Intimidating Co-Star

In a recent interview with Attitude magazine, Calva shared his candid thoughts on filming nude scenes with Elordi, who gained international fame through roles in Euphoria and Saltburn.

“Believe me, being naked around Jacob Elordi is intimidating!” Calva said during his cover story. “He’s like a god — he’s too perfect! It’s hard not to do a hot scene with Jacob shirtless!”

While the light-hearted comment drew laughs, Calva made it clear that the film’s intimate scenes were handled with care and deep emotional intent. Rather than being gratuitous, the nudity and sex scenes were designed to convey the tenderness and vulnerability of true love.

A Story Rooted in Love, Not Tragedy

Directed by Dan Minahan (The L Word, Game of Thrones), On Swift Horses is part of a new wave of queer cinema that focuses on complex characters and meaningful relationships, rather than tragedy-driven narratives.

“[Director Dan Minahan] told us, ‘I don’t want to provoke the audience. This is about actual love,’” Calva revealed. “He didn’t want the classic story of tragedy around queer characters, followed by kinky sex scenes. These are two sweet guys who really fall in love.”

Calva describes his character, Henry, as “wilder and more dangerous in the streets,” but with Julius, he reveals a softer, more vulnerable side. “When they’re inside the hotel room, in their own world, because they have to hide from the actual world — they’re kids,” Calva said, explaining how the film depicts an innocence within a secret, sacred space.

In trying to describe the emotional tone of their romance, Calva added, “It’s like when you fall in love for the first time when you’re eight. You fall in love with your cousin or your teacher. Something really sweet, platonic, in a way.”

A New Chapter in Queer Storytelling

On Swift Horses has already been named one of the most anticipated LGBTQ+ films of 2025, joining a promising slate that includes Olivia Colman’s Jimpa and Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor’s The History of Sound, a gay romance set during World War I.

With a high-profile cast and bold storytelling, On Swift Horses is expected to make a splash when it hits U.S. theaters on April 25. A release date for the U.K. and Australia has yet to be confirmed.

The film is also part of a larger conversation about the types of queer stories being told on screen. Rather than leaning into trauma or using LGBTQ+ characters as tragic symbols, On Swift Horses offers a narrative centered on desire, emotional intimacy, and survival in a repressive society.

Elordi, who continues to expand his acting range following recent performances in Priscilla and Saltburn, will also appear later this year as Heathcliff in Emerald Fennell’s highly anticipated adaptation of Wuthering Heights. His casting in that project has sparked mixed reactions, but his performance in On Swift Horses is already being praised for its nuance and chemistry with Calva.

Calva, best known for his role in Narcos: Mexico, says he’s proud to be part of a film that treats queer love with honesty and respect.

“It’s a movie about love — not shame, not punishment,” he said. “It was a joy to work on something that tells our stories in a way that is both tender and real.”

As Hollywood continues to push for more inclusive storytelling, On Swift Horses may stand as a landmark entry in the growing canon of queer cinema — one that dares to center love, not loss, and passion, not pain.

On Swift Horses opens in U.S. theaters on April 25. Stay tuned for international release dates and festival appearances throughout the summer.

Alan Cumming Confronts Historic Police Homophobia in Powerful New Film: ‘He Was Born for This Role’

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In Drive Back Home, a powerful new period drama that screened at this year’s BFI Flare: London LGBTIQ+ Film Festival, Canadian filmmaker Michael Clowater brings a deeply personal family story to the screen, with award-winning actor Alan Cumming and Charlie Creed-Miles portraying estranged brothers forced to reconnect during an emotional road trip.

The film, rooted in Clowater’s own family history, draws inspiration from a story he heard growing up: that in the 1950s, his uncle Hedley was arrested, and his grandfather Ernie—a working-class plumber with no formal education—somehow managed to get him released. It was only after Clowater began researching Canada’s historical treatment of LGBTQ+ individuals that the broader picture emerged.

“At that time, it was illegal to be gay. You could go to jail for years,” Clowater said during a Q&A at BFI Flare in March. “But at police stations… if they saw [the incident] as victimless, they would try to get it out of their system.”

According to Clowater, police often called family members or employers to retrieve men caught engaging in same-sex activity, effectively outing them and subjecting them to public shame. “You’re not going to jail,” Clowater explained, “but you’re still punished appropriately. That, to me, was cruelty.”

A Fictional Tale with Real Roots

While Drive Back Home is inspired by Hedley and Ernie’s experience, much of the plot is fictional. Alan Cumming stars as Perley, a proud and flamboyant man arrested in 1950s Toronto after being caught with another man in a public park. Instead of a prison sentence, he’s picked up by his estranged brother Weldon, played by Wild Bill actor Charlie Creed-Miles.

What follows is a near 1,000-mile road trip to New Brunswick, with Weldon behind the wheel and Perley clutching a taxidermy pet dog. Along the journey, the two brothers confront old wounds, including childhood abuse at the hands of their father and the life-altering choices that drove them apart.

“I wanted to trap these two brothers who didn’t understand each other in a truck for three days,” Clowater said. “They begin to see each other, finally.” The dynamic mirrors the strained relationship between Clowater’s uncle and grandfather, which, over time, required healing.

Performance Rooted in Personal Experience

Cumming delivers a performance that is both defiant and deeply vulnerable. His portrayal of Perley is marked by sharp wit and emotional restraint, characteristics that Clowater believes reflect his own great-uncle’s lived reality. “You have to have a strength to survive at that time,” Clowater noted. “His whole being was about armor.”

Cumming, known for his roles in The Good Wife, Cabaret, and more recently as host of The Traitors, was chosen in part because of the parallels between his personal story and that of Perley. In his 2014 memoir Not My Father’s Son, Cumming detailed the physical and emotional abuse he endured during his childhood in rural Scotland.

“When I read his book, I just thought, ‘This is the guy,’” Clowater said. “He’s from a very rural part of Scotland and his father was abusive and not accepting of him. I think he really saw a lot of himself in the story.” Cumming agreed, saying he felt an immediate connection to the role.

Creed-Miles, too, was struck by the intensity of Cumming’s performance. “It just feels like he was made to play that role,” he said. “I know how much he put into that emotionally and professionally. I felt very privileged to be working alongside him.”

A Story of Reconciliation, Not Labels

Though Drive Back Home centers on a queer character, Clowater hesitates to call it a queer film. “It’s a love story between two brothers who are trying to figure out how to love each other when they don’t really like each other,” he said. Still, the narrative is steeped in the painful history of LGBTQ+ oppression and the trauma of being forcibly outed.

The film’s emotional climax is punctuated by an act of violence, drawn from a real-life incident that occurred at Clowater’s high school. This moment, while harrowing, becomes a catalyst for connection between the brothers.

For Clowater, telling stories like Drive Back Home is more than artistic expression—it’s an act of remembrance. “It’s the same thing as World War II. Once you have generations that start to forget that, that’s when hate comes,” he said. “Men like my great-uncle lived through this. That’s how you prevent it from happening again. And unfortunately, I think it is starting to happen again.”

He didn’t elaborate, but the implications were clear. Across North America and beyond, LGBTQ+ rights are being challenged in legislation, media, and public discourse.

“In a weird way, it makes me think stories like this are even more important,” he said.

Drive Back Home stands as a moving tribute to family, resilience, and the necessity of facing the past to move forward. With standout performances from Cumming and Creed-Miles, and a hauntingly relevant message at its core, Clowater’s debut feature is both a historical reckoning and a deeply human story about the long road to understanding.

Jerrod Carmichael Returns to HBO With Bold New Comedy Special ‘Don’t Be Gay’

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Comedian and Emmy-winning writer Jerrod Carmichael is bringing his signature honesty and wit back to HBO with a brand-new stand-up special, Don’t Be Gay, premiering Saturday, May 24 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The special will also be available to stream on Max.

Following the critical success of his groundbreaking 2022 special Rothaniel, in which Carmichael came out as gay, Don’t Be Gay promises to continue his deeply personal and unfiltered comedic exploration of identity, vulnerability, and truth — all delivered with his trademark dry humor and charm.

 

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Building on a Legacy of Raw Honesty

Not much has been revealed about the content of the upcoming special, but HBO is already calling it a powerful continuation of Carmichael’s evolving storytelling. Nina Rosenstein, Executive Vice President of HBO Programming, Late Night and Specials, praised the special in a statement, saying Don’t Be Gay “continues to build” on the “raw,” “intimate,” and “emotionally honest” tone of Rothaniel and Carmichael’s recent unscripted series, The Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show.

In Rothaniel, Carmichael spoke candidly about his struggle to embrace his sexuality, revealing to the audience, “I thought I’d never, ever come out. At many points I thought I’d rather die than confront the truth of that, to actually say it to people.”

The powerful special struck a chord with audiences and critics alike, earning Carmichael an Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special. “I made something that was of great personal consequence to me,” he said in his acceptance speech, adding, “this definitely contributes to the meaning of it.”

A Continuation of Candid Conversations

Carmichael didn’t stop at stand-up. He followed up with The Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show, a comedy docuseries that offered even more intimate (and often awkward) moments from his real life. One headline-making episode featured a surprising conversation with rapper Tyler, the Creator, during which Carmichael confessed a crush.

“Getting news like that and then avoiding it is a way to avoid change,” Tyler said in the moment. “That was a lot to download… and I still don’t know how to respond.”

Fans and critics alike are eager to see how Carmichael continues to push boundaries with his fourth HBO special. With a title as provocatively tongue-in-cheek as Don’t Be Gay, expectations are high for another vulnerable, funny, and unflinchingly honest hour of comedy.

Don’t Be Gay premieres Saturday, May 24 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available for streaming on Max.

Hunter Doohan Heats Up the Internet in New Trailer for ‘Wednesday’ Season 2

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Netflix released the first trailer for the highly anticipated second season of its hit supernatural series Wednesday on Wednesday, April 23 — and it has already stirred up buzz across the internet, thanks in no small part to the return of fan-favorite Hunter Doohan.

Doohan, who portrays the duplicitous Tyler Galpin — a seemingly ordinary “normie” turned monstrous Hyde — makes a striking appearance in the final moments of the trailer. The brief but impactful glimpse of the character has ignited social media conversations and reignited fan interest in the complex dynamic between Tyler and Jenna Ortega’s Wednesday Addams.

The latest teaser hints at a darker, more intense storyline for Season 2, a shift star Jenna Ortega previously teased. However, it’s Doohan’s transformation — both in terms of plot and physical presence — that has fans particularly enthralled.

Shirtless and Sinister: First Look at Tyler’s Return

Among the newly released promotional images, one stood out: a shirtless Doohan, restrained by a thick collar, giving fans a provocative look at the duality of his character. The image, which has already gone viral, shows a raw and tortured Tyler that contrasts sharply with his more buttoned-up appearance in earlier episodes.

“Hunter Doohan, the man you are,” one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter), capturing the sentiment shared across platforms. On Instagram, a user quipped, “Will you ever find your shirt? The real plot of season two,” while another simply declared, “He’s back and steamier than ever.”

Even on YouTube, where fans often take a more subdued approach, the comments were lit with admiration. “I think he was working out for the part in Daredevil: Born Again,” one user speculated, referencing Doohan’s upcoming role as the villainous Muse in the Disney+ series.

A Glimpse Inside the Asylum

The trailer also reveals a pivotal scene between Wednesday and Tyler, set in the psychiatric facility where he has been detained since the climax of Season 1. The scene, which depicts a tense reunion, offers a taste of the psychological drama expected to unfold in the new episodes.

The relationship between Wednesday and Tyler was central to the first season’s arc. While fans initially rooted for a romantic development between the two, the revelation of Tyler’s dark alter ego threw their dynamic into turmoil. Now, with Season 2 promising a deeper dive into horror and psychological tension, fans are unsure if reconciliation — or further betrayal — is on the horizon.

Ortega, who returns in the titular role, confirmed that the upcoming season would lean more heavily into gothic horror. “We’re going to lean into the horror aspect of the show a little bit more,” she said during a promotional appearance last year. “It’s going to get darker, more intense — definitely not a love story.”

Season 2 Release Details

Netflix also confirmed the release schedule for Wednesday Season 2, which will be split into two parts. The first part will premiere on August 6, while the second will follow on September 3. This staggered release approach is new for the series and is designed to sustain momentum throughout the late summer.

Season 1, which debuted in November 2022, became a cultural phenomenon, introducing a new generation to the eerie world of the Addams Family while reimagining Wednesday Addams as a sharp, sardonic teen navigating a high school for supernatural outcasts.

The series, created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar and directed in part by Tim Burton, was lauded for its fresh tone, compelling visuals, and Ortega’s magnetic performance. The introduction of Doohan’s character added a layer of mystery and emotional complexity that contributed significantly to the show’s success.

Fan Reactions and Anticipation

Reactions to the trailer and first-look images have ranged from enthusiastic to downright frenzied. “I’m only here for more Hyde screentime,” one fan posted on Reddit. “They better not waste Hunter Doohan’s potential again.”

The buzz around Doohan is also helping fuel interest in his other upcoming projects. Aside from Daredevil: Born Again, where he is slated to play a significant antagonist, Doohan has been fielding a wave of new opportunities thanks to the breakout success of Wednesday.

As for the rest of the cast, returning favorites include Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia Addams, Luis Guzmán as Gomez Addams, and Emma Myers as Wednesday’s quirky werewolf roommate Enid Sinclair. New cast members are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

Streaming Now

Season 1 of Wednesday is currently available to stream on Netflix. With Season 2 just a few months away, fans are encouraged to rewatch the first season to revisit the intricate web of relationships and unravel the threads that will likely tie into the upcoming episodes.

Whether you’re drawn to the twisted romance, the unsettling suspense, or simply here for shirtless Hyde, one thing is certain: Wednesday Season 2 is shaping up to be a wild, wicked ride.

Bella Ramsey Becomes First Non-Binary Actor Honored with Madame Tussauds London Wax Figure

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Bella Ramsey, the acclaimed star of The Last of Us, has made history by becoming the first non-binary actor to be honored with a wax figure at Madame Tussauds London. Set to be unveiled later this year, Ramsey’s figure will join the museum’s prestigious “Awards Party” zone, standing alongside icons such as Harry Styles, Zendaya, Lil Nas X, and Lady Gaga.

The announcement, made on April 23, 2025, marks a significant milestone in both Ramsey’s career and in the representation of non-binary individuals in the entertainment industry. While G-Flip was the first non-binary celebrity to receive a Madame Tussauds wax figure, their likeness was displayed at the Sydney location. Ramsey’s figure will be the first of its kind in London, underscoring the global recognition of non-binary talent.

A Collaborative Effort

Ramsey, who uses they/them pronouns, expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to collaborate with the artists at Madame Tussauds London. “It’s an honour to work with Madame Tussauds London’s world-class artists on my figure,” they said. “I am in awe at the level of detail that the artists put into their work, and it has been such a fun experience to be included in their creative process. I can’t wait to see the finished look and to share it with fans.”

Steve Blackburn, General Manager at Madame Tussauds London, praised Ramsey as “a film, TV, and style icon” and noted that they “shine as brightly on screen as they do in person, never compromising who they are or what they stand for.” The wax figure will feature an outfit inspired by Ramsey’s standout look from the The Last of Us Los Angeles premiere, chosen by Ramsey and donated by a Japanese streetwear label.

Bella Ramsey for Madame Tussauds.
Bella Ramsey for Madame Tussauds.

A Rising Star

Born in Nottingham, England, Ramsey gained early recognition for their role as Lyanna Mormont in Game of Thrones. Their portrayal of Ellie in The Last of Us has garnered widespread acclaim, earning them the distinction of being the first non-binary actor nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.

Beyond their acting achievements, Ramsey has been an advocate for greater inclusivity in the entertainment industry. They have spoken out about the challenges posed by gendered award categories and have called for the creation of non-binary awards categories to ensure fair recognition of non-binary and gender non-conforming actors.

Bella Ramsey for Madame Tussauds.
Bella Ramsey for Madame Tussauds.

The unveiling of Ramsey’s wax figure at Madame Tussauds London is set to be a momentous occasion, celebrating not only their personal achievements but also the broader movement toward greater representation and inclusivity in the entertainment industry. Fans and visitors to the museum can look forward to seeing the figure later this year, marking a significant step forward in the recognition of non-binary talent in the public eye.

As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, the recognition of non-binary individuals like Bella Ramsey serves as a beacon of progress, highlighting the importance of representation and the celebration of diverse identities in all facets of public life.​​

JoJo Siwa No Longer Identifies as A Lesbian After Celebrity Big Brother House Made Her Realize She’s Queer

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JoJo Siwa has publicly updated her sexual identity during her appearance on Celebrity Big Brother, revealing that she now identifies as queer rather than lesbian. The 20-year-old former Dance Moms star, who came out as pansexual in 2021, shared her feelings in a candid conversation with fellow contestant Danny Beard, winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK.

“I feel so queer,” Siwa said, explaining that her time on the reality show had prompted her to reassess her identity. “I’ve always told myself, I’m a lesbian, but being here I’ve realized I’m not a lesbian, I’m queer,” she added. “I think that’s really cool, I’m switching letters. I’ve dropped the L and I’ve gone to the Q, baby! That’s what I love about sexuality.”

Beard, who identifies as non-binary and uses they/them pronouns out of drag, responded with humor, saying, “And you know what British people love more than anything? To queue!”

Siwa’s appearance on Celebrity Big Brother has been marked by both personal revelations and public challenges. Earlier in the season, she faced offensive remarks from fellow contestant Mickey Rourke, leading to his removal from the house. More recently, Siwa has been seen spending time with Love Island star Chris Hughes, sparking speculation about a potential romance and leading to online harassment directed at her current partner, non-binary actor Kath Ebbs.

In addition to discussing her sexual identity, Siwa has opened up about her gender identity. In a recent diary room conversation with Hughes, she expressed feelings of not fully aligning with traditional gender categories. “Essentially you have female, you have male. I’ve met a lot of females, love them, don’t feel like I’m them. Met a lot of males, love them, don’t feel like I’m them. Definitely not them,” Siwa said. “Met a lot of people in my life [who] are non-binary, and these beautiful people are who I feel the most like and it’s not something that I want to say about myself yet but it’s something that is confusing.”

Celebrity Big Brother, hosted by Will Best and AJ Odudu, airs weekdays at 9 p.m. on ITV1 in the UK. The season finale is scheduled for Friday, April 25, and episodes are available to stream on ITVX.

For more updates on JoJo Siwa and her journey on Celebrity Big Brother, follow the show on social media and stay tuned for upcoming episodes.

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ Season 10 Reveals Record-Breaking Cast and Brand-New Tournament Format

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Start your engines—and your brackets! RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars is shaking things up in a major way for its milestone 10th season, debuting an all-new “Tournament of All Stars” format and the largest returning cast in franchise herstory.

Eighteen fan-favorite queens will sashay back onto the runway in what promises to be one of the most competitive and gag-worthy seasons yet. Spanning 12 episodes, Season 10 is ditching the traditional format in favor of a multi-round, bracket-style showdown that has fans already dusting off their fantasy draft boards.

Tournament Time, Honey!

So, how does this new Drag Race extravaganza work?

The queens will be split into three separate groups of six, each competing in their own bracket over a three-episode stretch. At the end of each bracket, the top three queens with the highest point totals will advance to the semi-finals, where they’ll go head-to-head with winners from the other groups.

From there, it’s a two-episode semifinals showdown before the season culminates in the grand finale: a Lip Sync Smackdown for the Crown. The last queen standing will walk away with a sparkling $200,000 cash prize and a permanent place in the prestigious Drag Race Hall of Fame.

The queens and their respective groups on RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10. Photo: Paramount
The queens and their respective groups on RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10. Photo: Paramount+

Meet the All Star Queens of Season 10

Get ready to gag over this lineup of legends, rising stars, and some long-awaited returns:

  • Acid Betty (Season 8)
  • Aja (Season 9, All Stars 3)
  • Alyssa Hunter (Season 14)
  • Bosco (Season 14)
  • Cynthia Lee Fontaine (Season 8, Season 9)
  • Daya Betty (Season 14)
  • DeJa Skye (Season 14)
  • Denali (Season 13)
  • Ginger Minj (Season 7, All Stars 2 & 6)
  • Irene the Alien (Season 15)
  • Jorgeous (Season 14, All Stars 9)
  • Kerri Colby (Season 14)
  • Lydia B. Kollins (Season 17)
  • Mistress Isabelle Brooks (Season 15)
  • Nicole Paige Brooks (Season 2)
  • Olivia Lux (Season 13)
  • Phoenix (Season 3)
  • Tina Burner (Season 13)

Season 14 dominates the competition with six returning queens, while early-season veterans like Nicole Paige Brooks and Phoenix are making a fierce comeback over a decade since their last appearance. Meanwhile, Season 17’s standout Lydia B. Kollins is back fresh off the finale, where Onya Nurve was recently crowned.

The Battle of the Brackets

Let’s break it down, bracket-style:

  • Pink Bracket: Jorgeous, Lydia B. Kollins, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Tina Burner, Nicole Paige Brooks, Kerri Colby
RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10 Pink Bracket. Photo: Paramount+
RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 Pink Bracket. Photo: Paramount+
  • Purple Bracket: Denali, Cynthia Lee Fontaine, Alyssa Hunter, Daya Betty, Acid Betty, Ginger Minj
RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10 Purple Bracket. Photo: Paramount+
RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 Purple Bracket. Photo: Paramount+
  • Orange Bracket: Olivia Lux, Bosco, Aja, DeJa Skye, Phoenix, Irene the Alien
RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10 Orange Bracket. Photo: Paramount+
RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 Orange Bracket. Photo: Paramount+

Each bracket brings a different flavor—and fans can expect runway drama, hilarious reads, emotional backstories, and iconic lip sync battles that’ll have everyone yelling, “Shantay, you stay!”

The Legacy Continues

Previous inductees into the Drag Race Hall of Fame include a sparkling roster of queens like Chad Michaels, Alaska, Trixie Mattel, Trinity the Tuck, Monet X Change, Shea Couleé, Kylie Sonique Love, Jinkx Monsoon, Jimbo, and most recently, Angeria Paris VanMicheals.

Who will snatch the crown this time?

Catch all the charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent when RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 10 premieres Friday, May 9 at 12 a.m. ET / 9 p.m. PT Thursday on Paramount+.

Walton Goggins Sets the Internet Ablaze With Cheeky New Photoshoot

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Walton Goggins is breaking the internet—and not just with his killer performance in The White Lotus. The 53-year-old actor has everyone talking after posing in a revealing new photoshoot for Cultured magazine’s Cult100 list, which celebrates figures “shaping our culture in real time.”

Known for playing intense, layered characters—from Boyd Crowder in Justified to his recent turn as Rick Hatchett in the third season of The White Lotus—Goggins is now showing off a different kind of range: Speedo-clad, cigarette-wielding, cowboy-boot-wearing energy.

Photo: CULTURED's CULT100 Issue
Photo: CULTURED’s CULT100 Issue

Cultured, Clothed (Barely), and Completely Iconic

In one of the standout shots from the Cultured cover shoot, Goggins lounges seductively inside a Ferris wheel pod on the Santa Monica Pier, wearing nothing but a canary-yellow pair of Speedos and a mustard-colored jacket. Another image ups the ante: he’s ditched the jacket, kept the trunks, and slipped into a pair of rugged cowboy boots, because why not?

Photo: CULTURED's CULT100 Issue
Photo: CULTURED’s CULT100 Issue
Photo: CULTURED's CULT100 Issue
Photo: CULTURED’s CULT100 Issue

One of the most talked-about photos shows the actor in a bathroom stall—pants down, boots on, cigarette dangling effortlessly from his lips—serving a look that feels somewhere between high fashion and chaotic good.

Fans were quick to respond with memes, thirst tweets, and deeply relatable commentary.

Goggins: From Gritty Drama to Cultural Icon

While the photoshoot may have left little to the imagination, Goggins’ acting chops are just as buzzworthy. His character in The White Lotus Season 3, Rick Hatchett, was out for revenge following his father’s death—but let’s just say things didn’t exactly end well for him. No spoilers, but if you’ve seen the finale, you know.

Whether he’s going full cowboy in Django Unchained, hunting aliens in Predators, or unraveling emotionally complex men on HBO, Goggins consistently proves he’s more than just a character actor—he’s a cultural chameleon.

And if this shoot is any indication, he’s also a late-in-life sex symbol. The man can rock a Speedo and cowboy boots simultaneously. That’s talent.

If all this talk has you craving more of Goggins—clothed or otherwise—Season 3 of The White Lotus is currently streaming on Max.

Until then, we’ll be scrolling through that Cultured shoot and reconsidering our summer swimwear plans.

Storms, Scandals & Slow-Burns: ‘Pulse’ Stars Say the New Medical Drama Is “Like Nothing We’ve Seen on TV”

Netflix’s Pulse doesn’t waste time. Within minutes, a hurricane barrels into Miami, the hospital goes into lockdown, and two doctors with a tangled past are forced into the same ER under extreme pressure.

But before the storm hits, the real turbulence begins with a sexual harassment complaint: third-year resident Dr. Danny Simms (Willa Fitzgerald) files it against her boss, Dr. Xander Phillips (Colin Woodell). As the hospital staff grapples with a growing list of trauma cases, rumors swirl, and Danny is unexpectedly promoted to chief resident—adding fuel to the fire both professionally and personally.

“What made this feel so distinct is the central story between these two characters and the specific investigation into the gray area that those characters have experienced,” Fitzgerald said. “It’s something I had not seen on television. Definitely not in a medical drama.”

“The added element of the hurricane too is always fun,” Woodell added. “This idea of all these people trapped in this hospital—saving lives, but also two of us having to work together professionally while carrying the baggage of what’s happened between us—it’s a lot of tension.”

To keep track of the dual timelines, Woodell said, “I kind of was trying to create a timeline for myself of the 12 months leading into present day. It was challenging to get it all out there chronologically.” He also joked, “My hair,” when asked how he kept track of what version of Xander he was playing.

Fitzgerald found a rhythm in the structure. “You get to grow the characters up at two different times in their life at the same time,” she explained. “Also because a lot of the flashbacks are outside of the hospital, it kind of took care of itself.”

She also appreciated the complexity of her role: “She’s a human who is therefore imperfect, who is making imperfect choices with the best information available to her, and then reevaluating those choices when more information becomes available.”

While the central relationship keeps the tension high, the series also delivers one of the most grounded and hopefully queer slow-burns on TV right now: Sophie and Camila. It’s a relationship that sneaks up on you in the best way—starting as friendship and blossoming into something deeper.

And you can’t talk Pulse without talking about one of the most memorable dynamics to come out of the first season of the show: Camila and Sophie.

“Yeah, we do,” Fitzgerald said immediately.

“It is so good,” Fitzgerald said. “So many good dynamics. It’s hard to pick.”

Honorable mentions:

  • Jack and Ash (AKA Nia and Cole)
  • Cole and Soriano
  • Elijah and Danny

From steamy stares in the OR to slow-burning romance in the hospital halls, Pulse brings the drama—but it’s the duos that keep us watching.

Pulse is now streaming on Netflix—just try not to binge it all in one sitting. Or do. We won’t judge.

Watch Pulse on Netflix