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Love Island Australia 2023: Which couples are still together?

by CHATTR Team

Love Island Australia 2023 is reigning supreme as the season with the most couples still together.

The 2023 season wasn’t even filmed live, meaning a lot of these couples have been together far longer than when we first met them on our television screens.

Read on to find out who’s together together out of the Love Island Australia 2023 couples.

Kale and Tyra

Love Island. Nine.

Love Island 2023 winners Kale Roberts and Tyra Johannes appear to very much still be together with recent photos of them being cute and loved up on their social media channels.

Kale was booted from Love Island after Nakia Pires found herself attracted to another islander. He wound up returning to the villa and asking for another chance with Tyra, realising he regretted his decision to pursue Nakia instead of her initially.

Cute!

Zac and Lucinda

Love Island. Nine.

Zac Nunns and Lucinda Stafford have split can calling that break up messy would be an understatement. Their relationship went through ups and downs in the villa itself with Lucinda declaring he was “punching” by being with her and it seems that this rollercoaster followed them on the outside.

While they made long-distance work for a little while following Love Island 2023, it eventually went tits up.

Georgia and Nate

Georgia and Reid on Love Island Australia 2023
Love Island. Nine.

Georgia and Nate are still together. Awww.

Georgia revealed that she and Nate broke up after leaving the villa, but got back together shortly after.

“After we left and got back to Sydney we tried to give it a go, but life was really hectic so we had a bit of a break,” Georgia told Nine Entertainment.

“We just started talking again and we were just like ‘Damn, there’s obviously still a flame here’,” Georgia added.

Reid and Chloe

Chloe and Reid on Love Island Australia 2023
Love Island. Nine.

Reid and Chloe have broken up since leaving the show.

“I can confirm we are not together,” Reid told Nine Entertainment.

“It was more my decision but [Chloe] could accept that and she respects my decision.”

Reid insinuated that the split was mutual, but Chloe didn’t share the same sentiment.

“Reid and myself didn’t really speak about anything, we just walked away,” she said.

“We probably had different motives why we went on the show. I joined the military so I focused on that, and he’s focus was his modelling and acting,” she added.

Savanah and Clint

Love Island. Nine.

No. During an interview with Chattr, Zac revealed that Savannah and Clint have spit up.

“No, they’re not together,” he said.

Stream Love Island Australia on 9Now.

Image: Instagram / @tyrajohannes.

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An It Ends With Us sequel looks unlikely amid cast feud rumours

by Chantelle Schmidt

It Ends With Us just hit cinemas but there’s one sequel-shaped question on everyone’s lips: will we get a movie adaptation for It Starts With Us — Colleen Hoover‘s follow up novel to It Ends With Us?

Mentions of It Starts With Us have definitely been happening on the red carpets for the It Ends With Us movie but, as of right now, it hasn’t officially been green lit. In fact, it’s looking murkier than ever considering all the supposed beef between leads Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.

So what is Colleen and the It Ends With Us crew saying about the sequel? Here’s what you missed while trying to dissect the rumoured It Ends With Us drama.

Blake in It Ends With Us sequel It Starts With Us
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni in It Ends With Us. Image: Sony

Does It Ends With Us have a sequel?

Colleen’s It Ends With Us book has a sequel called It Starts With Us.

While It Ends With Us follows the story of Lily Bloom trying to navigate a relationship that becomes abusive, It Starts With Us picks up where the last novel ended and focuses on Lily’s relationship with Atlas. (I’d go into further detail, but I don’t want to invite any spoiler backlash!)

The It Ends With Us book was released in 2016 and It Starts With Us came out in 2022.

it starts with us movie
It Starts With Us was released in 2022. Image: Simon & Schuster.

Justin, It Ends With Us director and lead actor, optioned the first novel back in 2019 — before It Starts With Us was even published.

Will there be an It Starts With Us movie?

A sequel is an obvious decision based on the huge box office success of It Ends With Us.

While in early August it appeared that no one had secured the rights for the It Starts With Us movie, The Hollywood Reporter is now reporting that Justin and Wayfarer Studios do have the rights for the sequel film.

If there was to be an It Ends With Us sequel off the back of the film’s success, it would be an obvious decision to keep the original cast including Blake as Lily, Justin as Ryle Kincaid, Brandon Sklenar as Atlas Corrigan and Jenny Slate as Alyssa Kincaid.

That being said, there have definitely been sequels that have deviated from the original casting (albeit usually awful).

But even if Justin was no longer in the role of Ryle or as the film director, a sequel involving Blake would mean the pair would still need to work together in some capacity. Because of this, there have been doubts over whether or not the film will go ahead.

What has Justin Baldoni said about an It Ends With Us Sequel?

Justin told Entertainment Tonight that he believes someone else should direct the sequel.

“I think that there are better people for that one,” he said. “I think Blake Lively’s ready to direct, that’s what I think.”

When asked whether or not he’d spoken to Colleen or Blake about a sequel, Justin admitted that he hadn’t.

“I haven’t. I have no idea what that story would be,” Baldoni told TV Insider at a press junket, noting that he’s trying to stay in the present.

“I’m just kind of doing my best to take this all in because it’s been five years to even get us here. So I can’t even fathom another story yet, but I’m so happy that fans love it and that she did it.”

What has Colleen Hover said about an It Starts With Us movie?

Author Colleen has definitely entertained the idea of a movie sequel.

“I think whoever decides to take charge of the next one would do it justice,” she told ET.

“I think they’re all in it for the right reasons, so I think that will be exciting. But it’s a lot of people to get the same schedules together again, so we’ll see.”

In regards to Blake coming on as director, the author said she’d “absolutely” be into that.

Considering It Ends With Us is all anyone’s talking about right now — and considering a lot of people want to see more of Atlas — we think a sequel could definitely be on the cards.

It Ends With Us is now in cinemas.

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An Australian has been cast as Benedict’s love interest on Bridgerton Season 4

by Indi Brummelen

An Australian actress will be joining the ranks of the Bridgerton Season 4 cast as Benedict’s love interest.

The streaming service simultaneously renewed the hit series for a third and fourth season back in 2021.

Bridgerton Season 3‘s final episodes dropped on Netflix in June to rave reviews, so it’s understandable that fans are clamouring for any details they can get on the next chapter.

So, what do we know?

The Bridgertons. Netflix.

Who is in the cast?

Move over Penelope Feathertington because there’s a new leading lady in town, and she’s Australian.

Season 4 of the popular Netflix show will be based around the events of Julia Quinn’s third Bridgerton novel, An Offer From a Gentleman – and that focuses on Benedict’s (Luke Thompson) love story with Sophie Beckett.

According to Variety, Sophie will be played by Australian actress Yerin Ha. She has starred in Stan-original miniseries Bad Behaviour, and Dune: Prophecy. She also appeared in Stephen Spielberg’s Halo series.

Yerin Ha. Image: Instagram.

On top of that, we know that Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton will return as fans’ beloved Polin.

“They’ve told us we’re back for season 4, which is super lovely,” Coughlan confirmed to The Wrap.

“It’ll be exciting. [We’ll] pop back and have some fun for sure.”

Masali Baduza has also joined the show as Lord Kilmartin’s cousin Michaela Stirling.

As for the rest of the Bridgerton clan, we can expect Claudia Jessie (Elosie), Ruth Gemmell (Violet), Hannah Dodd (Francesca), Florence Hunt (Hyacinth) and Will Tilston (Gregory) back for Season 4.

At this stage, it’s unclear whether Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley will reappear as Anthony and Kate.

Luke Newton (Colin) and Nicola Coughlan (Penelope). Netflix.

When will Bridgerton Season Four be released?

Unfortunately, Bridgerton die-hards will have to get their Regency fix by rewatching existing seasons for the time being.

Yep, showrunner Jess Brownell told The Hollywood Reporter that production is a lengthy process, so we may not see Season 4 for another two years.

Say what?!

“We are working to try and put the seasons out more quickly, but they do take eight months to film, then they have to be edited, then they have to be dubbed into every language,” she explained.

“And the writing takes a very long time as well, so we’re kind of on a two-year pace. We’re trying to speed up but somewhere in that range.”

Which Bridgerton sibling will feature in Season Four?

While Brownell didn’t let slip which of the Bridgerton siblings will be at the forefront of the upcoming season, fans think Season 3 lead Newton spilled the tea in a recent interview.

In May, Newton spoke to L’Beaute Homme about his character’s brother Benedict, who is played by Thompson.

Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton. Netflix.

“I love Benedict’s storyline this season, he is very free and I think that is a very nice place to sit on set,” he said.

“He is a free spirit and kind of a rebel. I can’t wait to see Benedict’s story next season.”

So, we’ll take that as confirmation!

Stream Bridgerton Season 1 — 3 on Netflix now.

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Which Love Island USA Season 6 couples are still together?

by Danica Baker

Love Island USA Season 6 was a doozy; it smashed viewership records, became the number-one reality series in the United States across all streaming platforms, and produced some adorable couples.

The OG Islanders were Serena Page, Kordell Beckham, Leah Kateb, JaNa Craig, Kendall Washington, Robert “Rob” Rausch, Aaron Evans, Kaylor Martin, Hannah Smith and Coye Simmons.

By the end of the season, we’d welcomed plenty of bombshells, Casa Amor girls and one Casa boy. Among those Islanders were big personalities like Australian Liv Walker, Andrea Carmona, and Miguel Harichi.

So, out of those Love Island US 2024 couples who are still together? Read on to find out.

Which Love Island US Season 6 couples are still together?

Serena and Kordell
Kordell and Serena are a love island couple
Serena and Kordell. Image: Instagram.

Serena and Kordell were crowned the winners of Love Island USA Season 6. The lovebirds had a rocky journey on the show after Kordell hooked up with Daia McGhee at Casa Amor.

However, upon returning to the main villa he fought for Serena and she eventually took him back.

Kordell shared an Instagram story on August 7th announcing that he had officially asked Serena to be his girlfriend and that she’d accepted.

Verdict: Yes, Kordell and Serena are still together.

Kendall and Nicole
Kendall and Nicole were a love island couple
Nicole and Kendall. Image: Instagram.

Kendall and Nicole Jacky’s relationship thrived inside the villa at the beginning. However, Kendall told Nicole that he loved her on their final date and she didn’t stay it back.

Things turned from bad to worse after they left the villa. An explicit video of Kendall was leaked online and he told that Nicole that the video was from years ago. However, at the reunion, he admitted that it was actually taken a day before he entered the villa.

Nicole flamed him for lying to her, but she and Kendall agreed that they were still together and wanted to work on their relationship.

Fast forward to a couple of days after the reunion aired on August 19, and Nicole and Kendall announced that they’ve broken up.

“I have decided to end things with Nicole,” Kendall wrote. “It reached a point where it was not healthy for us to continue the relationship”

Meanwhile, Nicole went into a bit more detail.

“On August 18, Kendall and I agreed our relationship was worth working on, and we were making plans for me to visit him in Dallas soon. However, today, on August 20, he called and ended things,” she wrote.

Verdict: No, Nicole and Kendall are not together.

Leah and Miguel
Miguel and leah are love island couple
Leah and Miguel. Image: Instagram.

Leah started her Love Island journey in a couple with Rob which imploded quite quickly. Towards the end of the season, she struck up a relationship with bombshell Miguel, and the couple quickly became fan favourites.

Leah and Miguel were crowned runners-up of the season, and they made their relationship official shortly after filming wrapped.

Verdict: Yes, Miguel and Leah are still together.

JaNa and Kenny
Jana and Kenny are a love island couple
JaNa and Kenny. Image: Instagram.

JaNa linked up with Kenny Rodriguez just days before he headed over to Casa Amor, where he stayed for a few days with the other boys and a whole bunch of single (thirsty) girls.

Right before heading back to the main villa Kenny kissed Catherine Marshall and decided to bring her back, which left JaNa devastated.

However, Kenny told JaNa she was the one for him and she eventually took him back. Jana has been to Dallas to visit Kenny and has met his mum.

Verdict: Yes, Kenny and JaNa are still together.

Kaylor and Aaron
Kaylor and Aaron. Image: Instagram.

Hoo boy, the relationship between Kaylor and Aaron was possibly the biggest rollercoaster that Love Island USA has ever seen.

The pair started off strong, but Aaron strayed with Daniella Ortiz-Rivera in Casa Amor, which left Kaylor in hysterical tears (multiple times) and spurned the creation of the catchphrase, “Fawk Aaaron”.

@coccacocca now presenting the song of the summer "fawkguh" by kaylor #loveisland #loveislandusa ♬ FAWKGUHH – christina

Although Aaron returned from Casa Amor alone with the intention of getting back with Kaylor, he repeatedly lied to her about what he did while he was away.

To make things worse, Aaron’s Love Island bestie Rob brought Daniela back to the main villa (on the bizarre advice of Aaron, may I add).

Aaron and Kaylor left the villa together, however, they broke up shortly after. At the reunion, Aaron told Kaylor that he put his hands down Daniela’s pants, and she made her feelings about the situation known.

“Why do you keep fucking lying to me?” she screamed at him. “And quit love-bombing me. I cannot believe I wasted my entire fucking summer on you, Aaron. … I never want to speak to you ever again.”

Verdict: No, Kaylor and Aaron are not still together… clearly.


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The Block’s Ricky and Haydn reveal what Jesse and Paige are REALLY like

by Danica Baker

Jesse and Paige quickly emerged as the villains of The Block 2024 and now Ricky and Haydn have revealed what it was like filming with them.

The engaged couple have been shown fighting numerous times this season with Paige repeatedly threatening to leave the show.

However, The Block’s Ricky and Haydn revealed that they got along well with the Perth couple.

Image: The Block

“I think it’s pretty obvious that Jesse and Paige had their dramas and I think Australia’s going to see that and they’re going to take it how they like, but they’re such great people,” Ricky told Yahoo Lifestyle Australia.

“I really had a great time with them and I thought they were great people,” Ricky added.

“We were a couple of houses down the block and I think Haydn might’ve seen more than I did, but I was a bit oblivious to [their dramas].

“I was just trying to design rooms and trying to keep everyone in check and I suppose you can be on the same block and be metres away but not know exactly what’s going on.”

Image: The Block.

Ricky thinks the backlash Jesse and Paige are getting on social media is undeserved

During this week’s episodes, Paige threw shade at The Block’s sponsors who provide furniture for the contestants’ houses.

“Without sounding like an arsehole, everything that’s available on Block Bucks I don’t like. I would rather sleep on rocks than put a linen quilt on my bed.

“Everything is rattan. The judges want something Instagrammable but that’s so five years ago and cringy to me,” Paige said.

Social media users haven’t taken too kindly to Paige’s outbursts, with one tweeting, “On behalf of everyone: Bye Paige! Let’s not stay in touch.”

However, Ricky doesn’t think that the couple deserve the online vitriol they are receiving and said it was upsetting that his costars were struggling.

“I enjoyed The Block as much as I could and I had such a great time doing it, but it does make me sad that there are people that maybe didn’t have that same experience.”

We’ve got a feeling that The Block sponsors won’t quite be as diplomatic as Ricky.

The Block airs on Sundays at 7pm and Mon – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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Larry Emdur’s post-Logies staff email has leaked and it’s iconic

by Danica Baker

The email that Larry Emdur sent his staff after his 2024 Logies win has leaked, and if you didn’t think he could get any more legendary, you might want to reevaluate.

Larry took out the Gold Logie at the 2024 Awards ceremony. The TV host was so convinced that he wouldn’t win that he promised to get a tattoo with his fellow nominees’ initials on his bum if he did.

Larry stayed true to his promise and was inked up during The Morning Show episode that aired the morning after the Logies.

The TV personality addressed his new tatt in an email sent out to the staff after his win was secured.

“Hi everyone, Larry here. My arse is OK, thanks for asking in the lift, in the foyer, in the car park, in the studio, in the coffee shop,” he began the email shared by News.com.au.

“I know this Logie belongs to you all, it’s been a huge team effort and I know, willingly or unwillingly, most of you were roped into the Logies campaign,” it continued.

Larry told the staff that he’d paid for a food truck called Happy As Larry Pizza Truck to cater lunch for up to 150 employees.

“I can only think of one way to thank you all, all at once. PIZZA!!!!! Please leave your lunch at home, I’ve organised a pizza truck.

“Even if you voted for Andy Lee, please grab a pizza,” he joked.

Larry’s Logies Tattoo

Prior to the 2024 Logies, Larry told News.com.au that if he were to win the gold trophy, he’d get inked up on live TV.

“I’m so confident I won’t win, I’ll happily get all the nominees’ name initials tattooed on my a*** on the show on Monday [if I do win]” he said.

The tattoo featured the Logies trophy with the initials of the fellow nominees he beat; Tony Armstrong, Andy Lee, Sonia Kruger, Robert Irwin, Julia Morris, and Asher Keddie.

Larry’s tattoo. Image: Instagram.
Larry getting inked up. Image: Instagram.

Has there ever been a better Gold Logie winner? We think not!

Watch the 2024 Logies on 7Plus.

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Our prayers have been answered: Lucinda Light is back on TV for a new dating show

by CHATTR Team

Married At First Sight (MAFS) bride Lucinda Light has teamed up with British TV personality Vicky Pattison for a new dating show called The Honesty Box.

Lucinda took to social media this week to announce the news, saying the the upcoming show will “test whether honesty really is the best policy when it comes to finding true love”.

Fans have been eagerly awaiting Lucinda’s next career move and this show seems like the perfect fit for her. Here’s everything we know about The Honesty Box.

What is The Honesty Box about?

According to the official release from Channel 4, The Honesty Box is a reality dating experiment (fancy that) which “will test if honesty is the secret to finding true and everlasting love” over nine episodes.

The show will see a batch of singles come together to a paradise location called Truetopia, knowing they will be tested on their journey to find true love. There is £100,000 prize money on the line — but it’s only available to those who are 100% honest about their true feelings.

What will that entail? Well, the singles will face The Honesty Box daily, an AI software that asks questions about their feelings and can detect deception.

What is Lucinda Light’s role on The Honesty Box?

Lucinda teased that she “cant wait” to reveal her role on The Honesty Box. Channel 4 has shed some light (sorry), explaining that Lucinda will be “encouraging each of the daters to discover their inner truth” alongside host Vicky.

lucinda light the honesty box
Lucinda Light won hearts across the world during MAFS. Image: Nine.

“Having undergone my own radical journey to find love, I deeply empathise with our brave cast of singles,” Lucinda told Channel 4.

“I’m passionate about the importance of truth and authenticity in building strong relationships.

“My goal is to guide our divine daters in making meaningful connections by encouraging them to share openly and honestly with one another, especially as they face the Honesty Box in Truetopia.”

Earlier this year, Lucinda expressed her interest in future TV plans. We’re so happy our queen’s fulfilling that.

Stream past seasons of MAFS on 9Now. MAFS Season 12 will air in 2025.

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“Very quick to judge us”: Tayla and Jayde on being stereotyped on Hunted

by Danica Baker

Eliminated Fugitives Tayla and Jayde have revealed that they applied to be on Hunted Australia 2024 to disprove a stereotype that has followed them all of their lives.

In episode four, Hunter Vikki ridiculed the blonde best friends for looking like “the same person”.

“I think that they’re probably going to rely on strangers because they love themselves,” Vikki told her fellow Hunters in the episode.

Speaking to Chattr, Tayla said that she and Jayde have spent their lives being pigeonholed because of their appearance.

“Battling with stereotypes is something we’ve been used to for years,” Tayla said. “People are always very quick to judge us on our looks”.

Jayde agreed and added that she finds herself being judged by strangers due to her career as an influencer.

“I feel like being a female in general you have so much pressure to portray an image that’s acceptable to the public.

“Especially with myself being in the social media industry for a long time, a lot of people judge me without knowing me.

“But that’s just reality and all we can do is treat everyone with kindness, enjoy life, laugh and smile along the way and ignore the haters behind the phone/screen.”

Tayla and Jayde. Image: Ten.

Jayde and Tayla wanted to prove themselves on Hunted

Jayde told Chattr that the girls applied for Hunted 2024 in the hope of proving the aforementioned stereotypes wrong.

“We decided to go on Hunted to step out of our comfort zones, do something we have never done before,” she explained.

“To challenge ourselves in areas we haven’t and to prove to Australia we’re not all glitz and glam. When we put our minds to something like this we can do it.”

The girls were the third team captured, lasting longer than both Bobby and Tanisha and Joanna and Lee.

“I am so proud of the both of us with how far we did get, we didn’t expect to make it that far… We are both so happy,” Tayla said.

Hear, hear, sister(s)!

Hunted Australia airs Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.

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Trent Dalton reveals how much of Netflix’s Boy Swallows Universe is actually real

by CHATTR Team

Netflix’s Boy Swallows Universe is the coming-of-age story that loosely follows Trent Dalton’s upbringing and experiences in the 1980s.

Though the series was released in January, it’s recently been thrust back into the spotlight after winning five awards at the 2024 Logies.

As some may already know, Trent is the author behind the book of the same name that the series was based on.

As it goes with many based-on-a-true-story series, fans are wondering just how much of the story is about his real life.

So, Chattr sat down with Trent to find exactly that out. Turns out the story is “50/50” fact and fiction.

Boy Swallows Universe. Netflix.

“It’s from my real life,” he said before adding that the main character, Eli (Felix Cameron) “does a lot of what I would have [done if I could]. It was all wishful thinking. All the fiction was wishful thinking.”

Trent Dalton’s mum did go to jail

One of the main storylines in Boy Swallows Universe centres around Eli’s mum Frances Bell (Phoebe Tonkin) being locked up.

“My mum did time for two years in the late 80s,” he said, adding that a lot of that time was spent “just missing her.”

Trent stressed that there were many parallels between the series and his real life, in regard to his mum’s time in jail.

“It’s a story about a kid who wants to bust into a women’s prison on Christmas Day to save his mum’s life,” he said. “You know, my mum loved Christmas and she shouldn’t have been spending Christmas inside a prison.”

Boy Swallows Universe
Boy Swallows Universe. Netflix.

His struggles with his father were portrayed in the series

When Trent’s mother was in jail, he desperately wanted to see her but was often stopped by his father.

“There were times when our old man wasn’t taking us up [to see our mum],” he said. “And for good reason. It was just a s–tty time.”

“But It was a good move from dad,” he added: “He had all sorts of other anxieties and stuff that didn’t get him out of the house much…We saw her a couple of times. But you don’t want to see your mum like that.”

The acclaimed author said that this was accurately portrayed in the series.

“Simon Baker [who played his father Robert Bell], who made my 16-year-old daughter weep for her dead grandfather and made her understand who that guy really was.”

Stream Boy Swallows Universe on Netflix from January 11.

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A Home and Away fan favourite is confirmed to be returning for Felicity’s funeral

by Danica Baker

A Home and Away fan favourite will return to Summer Bay for Felicity’s (Jacqui Purvis) funeral.

A Channel 7 publicist has confirmed that Felicity’s foster dad, Gary (Peter Phelps), will be back in the bay for the sombre event.

“Gary does pop in and out every now and then. He does make a cameo return for the upcoming funeral,” the production source told Chattr.

Fans can catch their first glimpse at Gary’s return in the production photos that have been released ahead of Felictiy’s funeral airing.

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Gary at Felicity’s funeral. Image: Seven.

How did Felicity die on Home and Away?

Felicity collapsed at Cash (Nicholas Cartwright) and Eden’s (Stephanie Panozzo) engagement party during the August 12 episode. She was rushed to hospital where doctors found that she’d suffered a brain aneurysm.

After an emotional week of episodes, Felicity was eventually taken off life support during the August 19 episode.

Since Felicity’s passing, the bay has been rocked by grief. Her brother, Cash, has been planning her funeral and has stated that he wants only family members to attend.

“I don’t think Cash has quite processed everything, and a big funeral would just be too much,” Nicholas told TV Week of his character’s decision.

“I don’t think Cash will ever really move on from this,” he added. 

“Flick meant everything to him.”

Felicity was taken off life support on Home and Away this week. Image: Seven.

Fans react to Gary’s Home and Away return for Felicity’s funeral

Although it sounds as though Gary will only make a short appearance for Felciity’s funeral, fans are excited to see him back in the bay.

Some took to a Home and Away Facebook fan group to celebrate the return of the popular character.

“I’m so excited to see Peter Phelps is back again to play Gary. Been a fan since Sons and Daughters and Stingers too. Love his work,” one person wrote.

“I’m glad Gary is back, even though it’s a sad reason,” another added.

“I hope Gary stays in Home and Away,” a third user penned.

Plus, with Cash’s recent engagement, we have a feeling Gary will be making another return soon for the wedding.

Home and Away airs Monday – Thursday at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.

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It Ends With Us’ Brandon Sklenar addresses online criticism of Blake Lively

by CHATTR Team

The It Ends With Us drama has been dominating our algorithms for the past fortnight, moving from a rumoured rift between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni to an all-out public scrutiny of Blake’s promotional run. Now, costar Brandon Sklenar has addressed the criticism.

Taking to Instagram this week, Brandon released an online statement to discuss for “vilifying the women of this cast” is “counterproductive” to the film’s message.

Why are people criticising Blake Lively?

This month, Blake has been gradually dragged online for interviews, including one where she tells the audience to “wear their florals” for a film about domestic violence.

@evie.magazine

Just a fun little movie night! 💖🌸💘 #itendswithus #itendswithusmovie #itendswithusbook #blakelively #justinbaldoni

♬ Summer – Croquet Club

Old interviews have also been surfacing including one where she is rude to an interviewer and one where she makes a transphobic slur.

In one interview, the interviewer asks how those who personally resonate with It Ends With Us‘ themes can go about discussing it with Blake, to which she jokes about sharing her location or address alongside Brandon, who plays love interest Atlas Corrigan in It Ends With Us.

What did Brandon Sklenar’s statement say?

“I wanted to take a minute and address all this stuff swirling online,” 34-year-old Brandon wrote in an image uploaded to his Instagram account.

“The women of this cast stand for hope, perseverance, and for women choosing a better life for themselves,” he continued.

“Vilifying the women who put so much of their heart and soul into making this film because they believe so strongly in its message seems counterproductive and detracts from what this film is about.”

For weeks, rumours have been circling of creative differences between Blake, who plays lead actress Lily Bloom in It Ends With Us, and Justin, the director and also the lead actor playing the role of Ryle Kincaid.

When he was asked about an It Starts With Us movie — the It Ends With Us sequel — Justin suggested Blake as director.

“What may or may not have happened behind the scenes does not and hopefully should not detract from what our intentions were in making this film,” Brandon said.

Blake in It Ends With Us sequel It Starts With Us
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni in It Ends With Us. Image: Sony

“It’s been disheartening to see the amount of negativity being projected online.”

He called for people to stop spreading hate online and to remind themselves of the core message of the film.

“This movie is a harsh reality check for the men who need to get their shit together and take responsibility for themselves and their actions,” he wrote.

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Brandon Sklenar and Blake Lively in It Ends With Us. Image: Sony.

“Ultimately it’s meant to spread love and awareness. It is not meant to once again, make the women the ‘bad guy,’ let’s move beyond that together.”

Read Brandon’s entire post here.

It Ends With Us is in cinemas worldwide now.

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Eliminated Fugitives Joanna and Lee dish on how real Hunted actually is

by Danica Baker

Eliminated Hunted Australia 2024 Fugitives Joanna and Lee have opened up about how real it felt when they were on the run from the Hunters.

The engaged couple told Chattr in a post-elimination interview that although they knew they were on a reality show, it felt as though they were actually running from authorities.

“It 100% feels real. You forget about the cameraman all the time,” Joanna said.

Joanna and Lee. Image: Ten.

“The way things can go from 0-100 real quick made you feel like a real fugitive. We had $103,000 on us and we needed to get to the end, it was all up to nobody but us.”

Lee added that he found himself forgetting that he wasn’t actually a real-life Fugitive.

“It’s crazy,” he said.

“You forgot you’re even on a show at some point, it genuinely feels like you’re a criminal and you can’t trust anyone. Despite how we may have looked on there, we were under an immense amount of pressure.”

Joanna and Lee. Image: Ten.

Joanna and Lee were prepared to finish the game solo

While Joanna and Lee entered the show hoping to get to the end, the couple told Chattr that they’d prepared themselves for the fact that they might need to split up at some point.

As it turned out, Joanna and Lee did split up during episode three, when the Hunters tracked them in their car and pulled up next to them.

However, their separation was short-lived as Lee was caught during that same episode, and Joanna was eliminated at the beginning of episode four.

The Hunters pulled up next to Joanna and Lee. Image: Ten.

“We had planned a little for this kind of scenario,” Lee said, referring to the couple separating in order to escape the Hunters.

“I don’t think we actually considered all of our gear to be left in a car, but in our case, if Jo got away I am positive she would have made it to the end after that kind of pressure. She thrives in moments like that.”

Aww, we love a supportive boo.

Hunted Australia airs Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.

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The “powerful” Home and Away moment everyone’s talking about

by CHATTR Team

Home and Away fans are praising the soap for the “powerful” portrayal of grief by actor Ethan Browne (Tane) on the show’s August 19 episode.

In the emotional scene, Tane mourns the loss of Felicity (played by Jaqui Purvis) following her shock death while performing the Haka.

Perri, played by Cantona Stewart, watches on in concern and heartbreak as Tane grieves Felicity.

Home and Away fans have been quick to share their thoughts on the episode, praising the scene along with Ethan’s acting and the inclusion of Maori culture.

Home and Away hair and makeup designer Laura Vazquez wrote, “So powerful, so beautiful. Felt every emotion in this scene,” on an Instagram post sharing the scene.

“Absolutely love that the Maori culture and traditions has been brought into the show. Such a beautiful culture,” another comment read.

“Finishing with the Haka was a perfect ending to the episode. And done with such pure emotion,” said another.

“Couldn’t stop crying watching this,” a commenter added.

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Tane and Felicity on Home and Away. Image: Seven.

Felicity collapsed at Cash and Eden’s engagement party during the August 12 episode. Felicity and Tane split late last year after Tane discovered she had been taking birth control pills behind his back.

At the engagement party, Felicity and Tane danced, flirted and instilled hope in viewers at home who have been rooting for their relationship. She then got blurred vision and collapsed before being taken to hospital.

The doctor declared she had suffered a brain aneurysm and she was eventually taken off life support on the August 19 episode.

When Home and Away producer Lucy Addario said we’d need tissues for this unexpected death, she wasn’t messing about.

Home and Away airs Monday – Thursday at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.

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Ant Middleton dishes on Logies after party during “drunk” interview

by Danica Baker

What happens at the Logies after party usually stays at the Logies after party – except for when Ant Middleton is involved.

The SAS Australia host and Dancing With The Stars 2024 contestant called into The Morning Show studio for an interview with Larry Emdur the morning after the Logies.

During the chat, Larry pointed out that when he left the after party at 2am, Ant was still on the dancefloor.

“I’m barely holding up, I’m here though, I’m here for Larry,” Ant told the hosts, referring to Larry’s Gold Logie win the previous night.

Ant admitted he was drunk during the interview

Hosts Larry and Kylie Gillies asked Ant a series of questions which he struggled to answer directly.

During the segment, Kylie asked Ant about the Logies host Sam Pang’s In Memorium segment that features SAS Australia and he swerved the question altogether.

“It was such a good evening, and just to watch Larry on that final moment picking up gold,” Ant replied.

“Honestly, it was a moment that I’ll remember forever and then the after party, wow, do you know what? I can’t even remember the after party.

“Larry, I remember seeing you there for a few minutes, then I think I picked you up and swung you around, then before we knew it you were home and you were awake.”

The bizarre response caused Larry to ask Ant if he was still drunk.

“Larry, are you still drunk? Of course, I’m still drunk.” He laughed. “Would I be here if I wasn’t still drunk?”

Ant on The Morning Show. Image: Seven.

Ant Middleton confirmed SAS Australia will return

In June it was confirmed that SAS Australia wouldn’t be returning for 2024. However, Ant confirmed on the Logies red carpet that the show hadn’t been axed for good.

“Of course we’re coming back, SAS Australia’s gone nowhere. You’ve heard it from the horse’s mouth,” the SAS Australia host told Yahoo Lifestyle.

Watch the 2024 Logies on 7Plus.

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Sophia Bush reprises her Brooke Davis outfits 21 years later

by CHATTR Team

Whether you were Team Brooke or Team Peyton, One Tree Hill girlies are going wild over Sophia Bush rocking multiple Brooke Davis outfits 21 years later.

Taking in the “emergency” TikTok trend, Sophia transitions between some of her most iconic Brooke outfits on the hit TV drama.

From the red-lace cami from the One Tree Hill promo shoot to the red bridesmaid dress Brooke and Peyton Swayer wore for Haley and Nathan Scott’s wedding, the whole thing is nostalgic heaven.

“We all know B. Davis would have *loved* TikTok trends,” Sophia wrote alongside the video which has amassed close to 7 million views at the time of writing this article.

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We all know B. Davis would have *loved* tik tok trends

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So have the items been sitting in the wardrobe for 21 years? Not exactly.

Where did Sophia Bush find the Brooke Davis outfits?

Sophia has Audrey Long, founder of xoxoposhipgirl, to thank for sourcing these iconic looks.

“I owe it all to sweet Audrey, who brought me all of these ACTUAL pieces of my #BDavis wardrobe from #OneTreeHill. Legend! I had to give them a spin,” Sophia gushed on X (formerly known as Twitter).

Audrey, 18, finds exact matches of the clothes that TV’s most iconic characters wore on their respective shows including Gossip Girl, One Tree Hill, The Vampire Diaries, Pretty Little Liars and Friends. And yes, she ships worldwide!

Audrey told Chattr that she sourced 16 authentic Brooke outfits from One Tree Hill over the course of many months, ranging from BCBG Maxazria, Juicy Couture, Dolce & Gabbana, Catherine Malandrino, and more.

Earlier this year she was invited to meet Sophia at a convention where she brought a bag that was filled with the outfits.

“Each outfit was paired with the image of Sophia wearing it in the show,” Audrey recalled to Chattr.

“She was so excited and immediately started pulling dresses out of the bag,” Audrey continued, noting that Sophia recognised the scenes and moments she wore the pieces she was seeing.

“It was such a fun experience seeing her reaction to being reunited with her iconic outfits. I’ve talked with some of her team and they all mentioned how “cool and unique” she thought this was!”

Audrey says that seeing Sophia’s TikTok was “truly such a dream come true moment”.

“I couldn’t be happier! B. Davis forever!”

You can follow Audrey’s Instagram page here for more throwbacks.

Is anyone else secretly hoping this becomes a new trend? Leighton Meester re-rocking all her iconic Blair Waldorf pieces? Jennifer Anniston whipping out some Rachel Green gold?

One can hope! Anyway, see you all in 6-8 months as I’m going to rewatch the entirety of One Tree Hill for the seventh time.

You can stream One Tree Hill Seasons 1-9 on Stan in Australia to relive all of the Brooke Davis outfits.

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Home and Away’s Sarah Roberts’ spicy interview about her divorce from James Stewart

by Danica Baker

Former Home and Away actor Sarah Roberts has opened up about her divorce from James Stewart.

Sarah and James met on the set of Home and Away in 2017 and got married at Luttrellstown Castle in Ireland in 2019.

Sarah and James’ wedding. Image: Instagram.

In April 2024, Sarah confirmed to Stellar Magazine that she and James had divorced. That same month, James was reportedly spotted kissing his co-star Ada Nicodemou by the Sunday Telegraph.

Since then, rumours have been swirling that James and Ada are an item, and the actress confirmed their relationship in an interview with Stellar that was published in July.

Now, in an interview with Herald Sun, Sarah has seemingly referenced articles about James and Ada’s relationship, and the emotional impact it had on her.

“For a while, I wasn’t the happiest chappy on the block but I’m loving life at the moment,” she told the publication.

Sarah and James. Image: Instagram.

Sarah Roberts says that she avoids looking at magazines

Ada and James’s Home and Away characters, Leah and Justin, tied the knot in April, and their real-life relationship has dominated headlines ever since.

“I’m not a robot, of course, and things hurt — like I definitely don’t hang out in the magazine aisle,” Sarah told Herald Sun.

“[But] I really dislike dishonesty and I think if people can step into their authenticity, there’s power in that.”

Sarah. Image: Instagram.

Sarah went on to say that she’s tried to see the silver lining in her divorce.

“I’ve learned a lot from that experience (divorce) and from other relationships I’ve had, too,” she said.

“So much has changed. I don’t have any regrets.”

“I think (it’s good) if you can learn to grow, which is what I always wanted to do within my marriage. I wanted to do it with a team partner and that’s going to be someone else now.”

Home and Away airs Monday – Thursday at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.

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Actor and comedian Eric André says he was “racially profiled” at Melbourne airport

by Danica Baker

American actor Eric André said that he was “racially profiled” after he was stopped and searched when travelling through Melbourne airport.

“I got detained,” Eric began in an Instagram video.

“I got pulled out of a line-up and put in a special line in Melbourne where I was sniffed thoroughly by a dog.”

Eric, who starred in the Netflix special Eric Andre: Legalize Everything, told his followers that he was stopped in Terminal 2 following 25 hours of transit from New York via Los Angeles.

“It’s one of the many times I’ve been racially profiled at the airport,” he said.

“So this is a message for all Black, brown and Indigenous people travelling through Melbourne today, especially if you’re travelling Qantas International by Terminal 2, please be careful.

“They are searching Black, brown and Indigenous people.”

Eric requested that anyone who booked him for appearances in the future ensure that he doesn’t fly through Melbourne Airport, or to provide him with personal security.

“Please provide a police escort or some type of security escort for me or have me fly into Brisbane or Sydney directly,” André said.

“I do not feel safe in the Melbourne Airport. I do not want to be humiliated or racially discriminated against anymore at these airports.

“I don’t want to cut my hair and wear a three-piece suit so that I’m treated like a first-class citizen,” he continued.

“I shouldn’t be made to feel that I am not accepted by entering a country. Shame on the people at the Melbourne Airport that have this cockamamie procedure.

“I doubt it yields any safer world for anybody in Melbourne or Australia. I’d love to dig up the statistics on what is coming out of that program.”

“It has nothing to do with safety. It has everything to do with racial harassment,” he claimed.

Eric Andre and Tracy Morgan. Image: Instagram.

Reactions to Eric Andre’s experience at Melbourne airport

Eric’s fans took to his comments section to show their support.

“The fact that he posted this just tells me how bad the experience was, I’ve never seen Eric be so serious. Hope he gets sent all the info he needs,” one person commented.

“I’m so sorry that happened Eric. Melbourne is one of the most accepting states of all nationalities so I’m very pissed off and hurt that this happened to you. It’s not ok,” another commented.

The official Melbourne Airport Instagram page also responded to Eric in the comments section.

“Melbourne Airport does not tolerate racism in any form,” the reply began.

“We are following up your complaint with the Australian Border Force (ABF) and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) who are in charge of processing all international arrivals at Melbourne Airport and other Australian international gateways.

“Melbourne Airport is proudly the gateway to one of the most multicultural cities in the world.

“We welcome ALL passengers to Melbourne, and we expect everyone to be treated equally.”

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Apparently several MAFS couples have already called it quits for the 2025 season

by CHATTR Team

Every Married At First Sight (MAFS) season we’re told it will be like nothing like anything you’ve ever seen before. However, I actually think the 2025 MAFS couples are going to bring the goods with reports that several pairings from the MAFS cast have already quit.

Daily Mail Australia reports that one groom quit the experiment just hours after his MAFS wedding, which I’m sure aggravated the production team (and the budget they used for his nuptials) greatly.

The groom in question is Eliot Donovan. He is set to marry Lauren Hall (who, funnily enough, is Jono McCollough‘s ex).

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Eliot Donovan. Image: @mafsgossip
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Lauren Hall. Image: Instagram

MAFS couple quits straight after the wedding

“Eliot was anything but impressed when he met Lauren. From that moment, it was downhill,” an insider told Daily Mail Australia.

“By the next morning, Eliot wanted out — no second thoughts, no hesitation. Everyone was shocked, asking, ‘WTF is going on?’

“Eliot was nothing short of disrespectful, not just to Lauren but to the entire crew.”

Photos from the first MAFS dinner party support this theory with Lauren arriving solo.

That sounds bloody horrible for her and we hope they bring in a replacement groom who respects and appreciates her.

More MAFS couples quit the experiment early

It doesn’t end there. Rumours have surfaced that even more MAFS couples quit at the first Commitment Ceremony — within weeks of the show beginning filming.

“We’re already down six people and it’s only been two weeks. The pressure on the remaining cast is enormous, and it’s creating a lot of tension,” an insider told Daily Mail Australia.

Production are reportedly looking to fill the cast hole with intruders.

Stream previous MAFS seasons on 9Now.

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Hunted’s Chief Reece Dewar reveals which three Fugitives will be standouts

by Danica Baker

Chief Hunter Reece Dewar has revealed which Hunted Fugitives will give the Hunters a real “run for their money” this year.

Amongst the Hunted Australia 2024 cast is an investigator who works for the government, a CEO and a firefighter.

While the Hunters have hugely impressive resumes and access to advanced intelligence, Reece believes that there are three Fugitives who will be particularly tricky to catch.

“A lot of the fugitives have very fugitives have very distinguished backgrounds as well,” he told Chattr in an exclusive interview.

Reece on Hunted. Image: Ten.

Which three Fugitives is Hunted’s Reece concerned about?

“Andy and Deb have an awesome background. Andy is a fireman and Deb, her dad was a safe cracker back in the day,” he said. A safecracker is a person who breaks up and robs safes.

“They’re a dynamic pair, those two,” he added. “And the other thing is they’ve been married for over 20 years, so they know each other very well, know what they’re capable of, know what their mindset is going to be like, so they’re pretty good. “

Aside from Andy and Deb, Reece believes Akec is another Fugitive who might prove hard to catch.

“She’s a former AFLW player, so she’s going to be fit as and she’s going to give the Hunters a run for their money,” he said.

Andy and Deb. Image: Ten.
Akec and her team mate Joe. Image: Ten.

Reece explains why viewers side with the Fugitives

Generally speaking, if Hunted was real life, the Fugitives would be considered the ‘bad guys’ and the Hunters would be the ‘good guys’, who are maintaining justice.

However, viewers of the show generally tend to side with the Fugitives and barrack for them to evade the Hunters.

Reece believes the reason for this comes down to Australians’ upbringings and backgrounds.

“I think it’s Australian nature, right?” He said. “I think we all, we all like a little bit of an outlaw, we’re a notion of convicts if we want to go back like that.

“We like the thrill of a hunt. We like the thrill of not being caught, and we like a challenge.”

Will Reece and his team of Hunters be able to catch Andy, Deb and Akec before they make it to extraction? We can’t wait to find out!

Hunted Australia airs Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.

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“Time to move on”: Neale Whitaker opens up on why he quit The Block

by Danica Baker

Long-time judge Neale Whitaker stepped back from the 2024 season of The Block, and now he’s explained the reason behind his choice.

After over a decade as a judge, Neale announced in May that he won’t be returning for the 20th season. He shared the sad news on Instagram and said that he’s prioritising spending time with his partner David, who’s unwell.

During an interview with Yahoo Lifestyle at the 2024 Logies, Neale elaborated on why he decided to leave the popular reality TV show.

“Oh gosh, it was a big decision, but it was something that I had to do for my personal life,” he said.

“After 13 years, it kind of felt like the timing was right. I gave it my best shot for all those years, and it was time to move on.

Neale before the Logies. Image: Instagram.

Will Neale Whitaker return to The Block?

Earlier this year, Neale confirmed in a statement that he’s “permanently” handed his role over to Marty Fox.

However, he hinted that he’ll still be attached to The Block in some way.

“It’s always going to have a very special place for me, that show, always,” he told Yahoo Lifestyle.

“And I think if I’m honest, I’ll always feel like an honorary member of the show – I don’t know whether they’ll approve of that, but that’s how I feel.”

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Neale, Darren, Shaynna and Marty. Image: Nine.

Who are The Block 2024 judges?

The Block 2023 saw newcomer Marty join Neale, Shaynna Blaze and Darren Palmer as the judges.

Marty and Neale judged alternative weeks while Shaynna and Darren were full-time The Block judges.

With Neale making the decision to step back from his judging gig, Marty has become a full-time judge.

“I’ve handed my judging sheet permanently to Marty Fox (who stepped in so brilliantly last season) and I know he will have a blast with Shaynna and Darren as I did for 17 seasons,” Neale said in the Instagram post he published in May.

“It’s been such a privilege to be part of Australia’s most iconic TV show for an unbelievable 13 years – unbelievable to me, anyway.”

Here’s to hoping it won’t be too long until we see Neale back on our screens.

The Block airs on Sundays at 7pm and Mon – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

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