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Fans were left speculating for days as beloved “GMA” anchor Robin Roberts vanished from the airwaves, prompting one bold viewer to ask the burning question: was she “playing hooky”? Now, Roberts has finally revealed the truth behind her week-long absence, and the details are more intriguing than anyone could have imagined!

Robin Roberts reveals whereabouts during week-long absence from GMA after fan asks why she’s ‘playing hooky’

ROBIN Roberts has revealed her whereabouts after her week-long absence from her day job.

The Good Morning America host, 64, has been enjoying a mid-spring break – though fans were concerned due to her television absence.

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Robin was absent from GMA this weekCredit: ABC

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Rebecca Jarvis filled in for Robin

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Robin revealed her whereabouts with a sweet sunkissed snap on Instagram

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She holidayed with pals and her dog Lukas
Some fans had been asking why Robin was “playing hooky” from her job, seemingly prompting her to share some snaps from her vacation and reveal her whereabouts.

Taking to X, one person sent a message to GMA during the week saying how “once again” Robin was “playing Hooky”.

Robin was last on air on April 3, but then absent on April 4 with Rebecca Jarvis filling in for her.

And today, April 11, after more than a week being off air, Robin still hasn’t returned.

Robin revealed her whereabouts four days ago when she shared a slew of snaps on social media.

“Fun few days with @giobenitez @tommydidario @thetravelmom…and it left @lil_man_lukas exhausted!!”

She was on holiday in Key West with Giovani “Gio” Benitez, who is a GMA anchor, his husband Tommy, Emily Kaufman, and Robin’s wife Amber, as well as their dog Lukas.

Sharing a snap of her posing with Gio, Tommy, Amber, Emily and Lukas, the group looked overjoyed as they enjoyed a vacation.

Reacting to the snaps, one person penned: “So happy for you, enjoy your well deserved break.”

FUN-FILLED FLORIDIAN VACATION

Another added: “Squad goals!”

Michael Strahan has water thrown in his face live on GMA by Susan Lucci as shocked viewers gasp ‘I did not like that’
While a third penned: “Such a fun group! Looks like you guys had a blast.”

A fourth said: “Great photo with your great friends! in Key West too!!”

“I LOVE THIS MUCH! Love all the smiles,” penned a fifth.

And a sixth said: “Can’t decide who is cutest here !!”

GMA CHAOS

This comes a month after we revealed that Good Morning America staff are angry with anchors Robin, Michael Strahan and George Stephanopoulos.

In March, ABC News’ president sent a memo confirming the future of GMA and GMA3 after staffers at ABC began packing up their desks following cuts.

And in the aftermath of this, insiders told The U.S. Sun that employees have been fuming about the apparent unfairness in the recent layoffs.

“There is a lot of resentment that all these employees are losing their jobs making $100,000 or $150,000 a year.

“But Robin is making $20 million, Michael is making $17 million and George, who gets sued for $15 million, still gets his $18 million salary.

“People think it’s just not fair,” the source said.

Not only this, but earlier this month, it was claimed that ABC bosses are planning another major shakeup.

Reports swirled that GMA3 anchors could be next for axe by end of the summer.

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Robin is a fan favorite anchor on the showCredit: Getty

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This comes amid mass lay-offs at the showCredit: Getty

Michael Bublé’s Ambiguous “The Voice” Remarks Under Scrutiny: Network Faces Pressure for Clarification. The usually affable coach ignited a wave of concern and confusion following a perplexing statement made during the latest broadcast. Critics and viewers alike are demanding clarity on the intent and implications of Bublé’s words, which have been interpreted in various unsettling ways. The network has yet to issue an official response, leaving many to question the show’s editorial oversight and the potential impact on its family-friendly image. The incident underscores the delicate balance between entertainment and responsible broadcasting.

The Voice Coach Michael Bublé sparks controversy by making a confusing statement on the show

Why Michael Bublé Just Said He “Hates” Christmas Music on The Voice

Michael Bublé jokingly channeling his Grinch vibes.

Michael Bublé is the king of Christmas music…but is he about to abandon his throne? Nah, he may be joking about the genre, but he’ll never let it go. The Voice Coach knows his voice is forever associated with the sounds of the holiday.

During a break between Artists in the third round of Blind Auditions for Season 27 of The Voice, fellow Coach John Legend opened up about his strategizing to topple current champion Bublé. Since Legend was gone last season, which was Bublé’s first, they are still getting to know each other’s schemes.

“I’m trying to learn your patterns of who you like,” said Legend, parsing through when Bublé does and doesn’t turn his chair around. “No man, there will be no pattern. I just hate Christmas music,” Bublé jokingly deadpanned.

The Canadian singer is well-known as a Christmas guy (check out his unique Christmas cocktail recipe here), and Legend joked he would like to see him branch out, suggesting, “we gotta explore other holidays. Halloween music. July fourth music.” Collab?

Bublé’s love of Christmas and music go together

“It’s funny, but when I was 6 or 7 years old, Christmas would come around and I loved it so much, but not because of the presents but for things like Bing Crosby’s White Christmas album,” Bublé told NST in 2009. “I just thought it was the coolest stuff in the world. By the time I hit 13, I’d been experimenting a lot and listening to different things, and my grandpa really helped ignite more of a flame. All I wanted to do was to learn more and more.” Thanks to the magic of technology, Bublé and Crosby performed a duet on NBC last year!

Michael Bublé poses backstage on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Episode 2051 on Thursday, November 14, 2024; Bing Crosby smiles. Photo: Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images; John Springer Collection/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty Images

In 2011, Bublé released his best-selling album, Christmas, which included covers of classic holiday songs like “Santa Baby.” But one track almost didn’t make the final cut.

In a behind-the-scenes studio clip, Bublé shared that “Holly Jolly Christmas” was a product of a little extra studio time. “‘[The song] wasn’t even on the radar for us,” Bublé said. “We had just finished the recording session and we found out we had about 40 minutes left of studio time …  I kept sort of throwing out [different songs] and I said, well what about [‘Holly Jolly Christmas’]? Why don’t we just try it?”

And thank goodness he did! The song is a hit he continues to perform today. “The feeling was so good,” Bublé said of recording it. “It swung so hard and felt sort of rich and fun. It came out of nowhere, but sometimes that happens when you make a record.”

Renowned coach Adam Levine’s recent heated remarks during a live broadcast of “The Voice” have ignited a firestorm of criticism among dedicated viewers. Many fans have expressed profound disappointment and concern over what they perceive as unprofessional and inappropriate behavior from a figure of his stature. The incident has prompted calls for an official statement from the network and raises serious questions about the standards of conduct expected from mentors on a widely viewed family program, potentially impacting Levine’s future involvement.

Adam Levine’s angry ‘Voice’ comment draws Twitter ire

In this March 15, 2011 file photo, singers Adam Levine, left, and Cee Lo Green, pose at the set of “The Voice, ” television series at Los Angeles Center Studios, in Los Angeles.

It’s likely no consolation that over on NBC’s “The Voice,” which has regularly toppled “Idol” in the ratings this year, drama-free celebrity panelists like Usher, Adam Levine, Cee Lo Green and Shakira actually seem to all get along.

Maroon 5 lead singer and “The Voice” judge Adam Levine found himself in hot water this week over an angry comment he blurted out during a recent episode of the show.

Frustrated to see two of his singers in the bottom three on Tuesday night’s episode of “The Voice,” Levine muttered “I hate this country.”

While, some might argue that it was pretty clear that Levine did not, in actuality hate America and was being sarcastic, his comment nevertheless drew the ire of a number of television viewers, who took to Twitter to express their dissatisfaction:

.@adamlevine you hate this country? I can say I have the same feelings towards your music.

— Kirt Forsythe (@ForsytheKirt) May 29, 2013

Adam Levine just said “I hate this country” on TV… Not a smart move dude, not smart at all. #america

— Ryan Cooney (@Rcooney13) May 29, 2013

Initially Levine responded by reminding everyone that he understands how to use a dictionary:

joke-
noun
1. something said or done to provoke laughter or cause amusement, as a witticism, a short and amusing anecdote, or prankish act

— Adam Levine (@adamlevine) May 29, 2013

But the Levine-directed ire continued to such a degree that Adam had to issue a statement clarifying what he meant:

 

So what do you think? An minor incident whipped into a ridiculous frenzy or an offensive comment that deserved proper chastisement? Let us know in the comments section. If you’re exceedingly curious, you can watch the video below to hear Levine’s comment. It comes in at the 1:14 minute mark.

Family Confirms Deeply Heartbreaking News. The beloved celebrity couple, The Voice Coach John Legend and Chrissy Teigen, are reportedly grappling with profoundly sad news impacting their family, as confirmed through a poignant statement released. Sources close to the family emphasize the gravity of the situation, requesting privacy as they navigate this undoubtedly challenging period. The news underscores the shared human experience of sorrow that transcends fame and fortune.

Chrissy Teigen Describes Family “Chaos” of Son Miles’ Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis

The Deal or No Deal Island banker says she and John Legend’s “little warrior” has gone through it all in new health update.

Chrissy Teigen recently opened up about her oldest son, Miles how his diabetes diagnosis shows that her family is capable of dealing with any curveball life throws their way!

In an April 15 PEOPLE interview, the Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 Banker — and all-around all-star mom — revealed the difficulty her entire family has endured regarding Miles and his diagnosis, which the family revealed in 2024. Although the chronic condition of the pancreas affects more than 300,000 kids in the United States, Miles has had an especially tough time dealing with his Type 1 diabetes.

During football camp in 2024, Miles suffered from a particularly intense shigella infection, which no parent would ever wish on their child.

“It really took Miles down harder than a lot of the other kids,” she admitted. “His pain was incredible, and he’s a pretty tough little boy. We were thrown into this world of chaos and having to learn so much all at once.”

John Legend is seen on the field with his son prior to a game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagles at AT&T Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. Photo: Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images

Teigen and her husband, The Voice’s John Legend, took their 6-year-old to the hospital for endless tests until it was confirmed: Miles had Type 1 diabetes. The entrepreneur recalled him saying things like, “Why me?” and “How come not Luna?”

“He was really worried that it would affect if he could play sports,” Teigen continued. “Can I have candy still? Can I have ice cream? All those things that only a kid would worry about.”

How are Chrissy Teigen and John Legend handling their son’s chronic condition?

While some days are better than others, Teigen and Legend have found that their parenting skills are working overtime when guiding Miles through all of the “chaos” — especially when convincing him (who Teigen calls her “little warrior”) to take his daily insulin shots.

“You try everything: tokens, bribery, iPad time,” Teigen confessed. “You do everything you can to see what makes him comfortable,” she says, growing emotional. “The first three months were really, really tough for us as a family because your child is experiencing pain.”

As many families can relate, Teigen and her husband guiding Miles through this journey has its fair share of ups and downs.

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend attend with son Miles and daughter Luna the red carpet ahead of the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 26, 2024 in Paris, France. Photo: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images

“One day you’re like, ‘He did it!’ And you’re so excited it’s all looking up,” she said. “Then all of a sudden the next day is so difficult again. I’ve always said this about having kids in general, and it fits in with this too: When things are going so great, you can always count on it to turn. And when things are really rough, things are going to get better.”

Fans will be happy to know that the DONDI star has learned an important lesson about herself and her household from everything Miles has gone through:

“Our family’s really good about navigating those curveballs now.”

Her husband, thankfully, will be dealing with a more manageable curveball of his own soon when Team Legend reaches the Season 27 Playoffs on The Voice beginning Monday, April 21.

“The Voice” Season 27 Playoff Schedule Announced Amid Unprecedented Volatility and Heightened Competition. Following weeks of unpredictable blind auditions, intense battles, and emotionally charged knockouts, NBC has officially confirmed the commencement date for the highly anticipated Playoffs stage of “The Voice” Season 27. This crucial phase will determine which artists advance closer to the coveted title, navigating rigorous performances and critical coaching decisions under the weight of this season’s exceptional drama and unforeseen twists. Detailed scheduling information is now available for dedicated viewers.

This Is When the The Voice Playoffs Start (DETAILS)

Here’s everything to know about when to tune in to the Playoffs.

Season 27 of The Voice has been unpredictable, entertaining, and as dramatic as it gets. And with the Blind Auditions, the Battles, and the Knockouts now in the rearview mirror, fans are clamoring for the next round of competition: the Playoffs!

Of course, the most important question for fans right now is, “When do the Playoffs begin?”

Read on and find out!

When do The Voice Season 27 Playoffs start?

Mark your calendars, set a reminder on your phone, and call dibs on the best seat on the couch: The Voice Season 27 Playoffs begin on Monday, April 28, at 8/7c on NBC!

The format of the Playoffs is simple: Each Coach must decide which two Artists will advance to the Live Shows, so the stakes are at their highest during the Playoffs. Steals are no longer available for Coaches to keep in their back pockets, so there’s nothing left for the remaining Artists to do other than sing their absolute hearts out as each Coach attempts to assemble the team with the best chances of winning Season 27.

If you thought some of the performances earlier in Season 27 were jaw-dropping, you haven’t heard anything yet.

John Legend, Michael Bublé, Kelsea Ballerini, and Adam Levine on The Voice Season 27, Episode 11. Photo: Trae Patton/NBC

But in addition to their respective Coaches, the Artists competing in the Playoffs won’t be going at it alone. When the Playoffs begin, LeAnn Rimes and Sheryl Crow will serve as The Voice Season 27’s Mega Mentors.

Let’s just say that Coaches John Legend, Kelsea Ballerini, Michael Bublé, and Adam Levine have a tough task ahead of themselves come April 28.

(And don’t forget — all episodes of The Voice can be enjoyed on-demand next-day on Peacock!)

Michael Bublé reflects on sending so many talented Artists home

Michael Bublé on The Voice Season 26, Episode 6. Photo: Trae Patton/NBC

By this point in the competition, each Coach has sent home countless Artists, but that doesn’t necessarily mean their dreams are dashed. In an interview with NBC Insider, Bublé opened up about his recent realization.

“I was upset about it,” he said about sending Artists home. “Until I realized that their lives had changed. Until I realized that their careers had started. They started to create a business that could go on. Their socials have grown. I didn’t realize at the time because I had thought of this as an end-goal thing.”

According to the Season 26-winning Coach, their lives have “changed already” by “being on this massive television program that has seven to 11 million people watching all over the planet.”

And fans couldn’t agree more. For many, simply being part of The Voice could be just as advantageous for a career as winning the whole thing!

“The Voice” Under Fire: The Kelsea Ballerini Lip-Syncing Controversy You Need to See to Believe! Did your ears deceive you, or was there more to Kelsea Ballerini’s recent “Voice” performance than met the eye? Accusations of lip-syncing have erupted, and the evidence is sparking a fierce debate among viewers. Click here to dissect the performance that has everyone questioning the authenticity of live television. Was it a harmless slip-up or a deliberate act? Don’t miss the shocking details and fan reactions that are threatening to unravel the very fabric of this beloved singing competition. The truth will surprise you!

Kelsea Ballerini Slams Rumor She Lip-Synched Awards Show Performance

Kelsea Ballerini performs on stage during the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards held at the Grand Ole Opry House on September 28, 2023. Allen Clark/NBC
Kelsea Ballerini is clearing the air after being accused of lip-synching her performance at the 2023 People’s Country Awards.

Ballerini, 30, belted out her hit “Mountain With a View” at the awards show, which was held at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry on Thursday, September 28. While many fans were quick to praise the heartfelt ballad, others claimed her vocals weren’t genuine.

“I just wanna say, if I was lip-synching, I would’ve sounded a lot better,” Ballerini teased via her Instagram Story after the ceremony. “One of the cameras was off. Thank you and goodnight.”

In a subsequent Story, Ballerini shared a snap of herself posing backstage and giving the camera a coy side-eye glance. “Me singing live watching other people thinking otherwise,” she captioned the unbothered pic.

The best and brightest in country music stepped out in style to commemorate the first-ever People’s Choice Country Awards.  The inaugural ceremony took place on Thursday, September 28, at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. The show also aired live on NBC and Peacock.  In addition to the fierce looks, fan-favorite singers and crooners, including […]

The first annual People’s Choice Country Awards aired on NBC, and the network gave Ballerini a shout-out as her performance faced criticism online. “@KelseaBallerini’s FLAWLESS glitch-free performance

nobody does live vocals like her!” read a tweet on Thursday alongside a video from the big night.

Ballerini was up for four awards at the inaugural event, including People’s Artist, Female Artist, Social Country Artist and Best Album. She finished the night empty-handed.

Ballerini attended the show without boyfriend Chase Stokes. “He was at rehearsals,” she told E! News on the red carpet. “It was his first time at the Opry, which was very fun to show him around my home away from home. So, he’s here in spirit.”

Kelsea Ballerini attends the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards at The Grand Ole Opry on September 28, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. Terry Wyatt/Getty Images
The couple first sparked dating speculation in January when they were spotted together at the College Football Playoff National Championship in Los Angeles. One month later, Ballerini — who split from ex-husband Morgan Evans in August 2022 — explained how she reached out to Stokes with the encouragement of her manager.

“I slid into those DMs,” she revealed on an episode of the “Call Her Daddy” podcast. “He shoots [Outer Banks] in Charleston, and my manager lives there. …. He was like, ‘You know who’s really cute, like, when you’re ready? Chase.’ I was like, ‘You’re so right.’”

Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes quickly became a fan-favorite couple after confirming their relationship status. The country singer and the Outer Banks star were first linked in January 2023 after they were spotted together at the College Football Playoff National Championship in Los Angeles. Ballerini confirmed the romance one month later during an appearance on […]

Ballerini continued: “His [Instagram] handle is ‘hichasestokes’ and I just said, ‘Hi Chase Stokes.’ … I have my s—t together and for me to share that with anyone is a gift. I want to be with someone that feels the same way about their life. … I’m a relationship bitch.”

The two have been going strong ever since, making their red carpet debut at the CMT Music Awards in April. They later attended Variety and the Golden Globes’ Venice Film Festival together in matching black attire and donned complimentary red ‘fits of the 2023 MTV VMAs in August, where Ballerini performed her hit single “Penthouse” while celebrating her 30th birthday. 

“They work so well because they have fun together,” a source exclusively told Us Weekly in July. “They have a no-drama relationship and can just be themselves.”

Morgan Evans Publicly Slams The Voice Coach Kelsea Ballerini, Demanding the “Reality” Behind Their Split! Get ready for a he-said, she-said showdown as Kelsea Ballerini’s candid disclosures about her divorce from Morgan Evans have provoked a fiery response. Evans isn’t holding back, accusing his ex-wife of distorting the truth and leaving out crucial details

\Kelsea Ballerini’s ex husband Morgan Evans slams her over ‘lying’ about their divorce

Kelsea Ballerini’s ex husband Morgan Evans isn’t happy with her latest interview where she seemingly ‘lied’ about the ‘reality’ of her divorce

Kelsea Ballerini’s ex husband Morgan Evans slams her podcast interview after she said that she spent nights “on the couch” before their “nasty” divorce.

After watching the preview of Kelsea Ballerini’s latest Call Her Daddy podcast, Morgan Evans hit back with his inflammable Instagram post on Tuesday, February 21.

“It’s really sad for me to see this person, who I spent so much of my life with, and loved will all my heart, saying things that aren’t reality and that leave out what really happened,” Morgan, 37, wrote.

The Kiss Somebody singer-songwriter added, “She knows I’m not the type of guy to speak on those things publicly. If this is what she needs to heal, I hope it helps.”

“All I ask if that if you’re on my pages, please don’t be mean. Don’t be mean to Kelsea, don’t be mean to each other. Life’s too short,” Morgan pleaded to his fans.

 

Kelsea and Morgan began dating in 2016 and tied the knot a year later in an intimate wedding ceremony in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

The couple announced their separation in August 2022. Morgan may have not been the one to make the decision as he shared in his divorce announcement, “I wish it were otherwise but sadly it is not.”

Exclusive: First Look at “The Conners” New Season Plot – Get Ready for Heartbreak, Humor, and Unexpected Turns! Craving the inside scoop on what’s next for the Conners? We’ve got it! In an exclusive reveal, the show’s bosses tease the upcoming season’s compelling storylines, promising a rollercoaster of emotions, sharp wit, and plot developments you won’t see coming. Find out which characters will face new challenges, what surprising guest stars might appear, and the central themes that will grip you from the very first episode. Don’t miss this exclusive preview!

(Exclusive) ‘The Conners’ Bosses reveals the plot of the newest installment of Season 7

‘The Conners’ Bosses on Dan & Jackie’s Roseanne Lawsuit Feud, Zoe Perry’s Guest Role & More Season 7 Premiere Moments (Exclusive)

‘The Conners’ Bosses on Dan & Jackie’s Roseanne Feud & More Season 7 Premiere Moments

Spoiler Alert

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[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for The Conners Season 7 Episode 1, “It’s Gonna Be A Great Day.”]

The Conners are back and at odds as Dan (John Goodman) and Jackie (Laurie Metcalf) can’t see eye-to-eye when the chance to sue big pharma for Roseanne’s (Roseanne Barr) death comes around in the Season 7 premiere, “It’s Gonna Be A Great Day,” and that’s just one of the various plotlines introduced in the installment.

As fans know, this seventh and final season will deliver a more concentrated story with six episodes, which executive producer Bruce Helford says “are like a miniseries.” He notes that “these story arcs will be the run through [the season],” adding that “other things will come up that will also raise heads along the way.”

The premiere episode sees Jackie inform the family that a new court ruling gives them the option of pursuing a lawsuit for Roseanne’s death, but Dan is not eager to open that can of worms. Either way, yubi the introduction of the plot point certainly brings things full circle as The Conners debuted in 2018 with the death of Roseanne.

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“It was very natural and gave us a way to honor the memory of the matriarch of the family,” Helford adds, noting that the Supreme Court’s ruling that opioid companies would have to face individual lawsuits was part of what inspired the storyline this season. “Despite the things that went on, [Roseanne] was beloved by her family, by viewers, and we really wanted to make sure that there was an appropriate inclusion.”

“It also just fed into the themes that we love to write about, which are the big guys versus the little guys,” executive producer Dave Caplan adds. “And the Connors are little guys, and they get what rolls downhill, but not much makes it to the bottom of the hill. And so another opportunity to explore that was kind of irresistible to us.”

As mentioned above, Dan is reluctant to go down that road after barely recovering from the loss of Roseanne. “Going through the experience for Dan is a real roller coaster for him. And we’re definitely going to see some emotional fireworks,” Caplan teases.

While Jackie may be pushing the lawsuit on Dan, she’s also exploring the idea of rejoining the police force, “Have you ever seen Jackie make a good decision? No,” Helford says jokingly.

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“But also, you get to a certain point in your life and you want to close some loops and check off some boxes. And the way she left the police department has been bugging her ever since,” Caplan points out. A run-in with a local officer played by Metcalf’s real-life daughter and Young Sheldon vet Zoe Perry isn’t so convinced Jackie’s up for the task of rejoining the force.

“It was so much fun to watch them play off of each other,” Caplan gushes. “I actually think they might be different kinds of actors, but there’s such innate chemistry there that those scenes could have gone on forever, and we would’ve been happy. They were really funny together.” The conversation between Jackie and the officer gets a little physical when they engage in an arm-wrestling match, which isn’t really a fair fight as Jackie loses immediately.

“They cracked each other up,” Helford notes.

Caplan adds, “The two of them together, that’s probably a series.”

Meanwhile, the premiere episode also checked in on the various couples at the heart of the show, with Darlene (Sara Gilbert) finding frustration over Ben’s (Jay R. Ferguson) lack of availability as he settles his magazine in Lanford. “Ben has unfinished business with figuring out what his legacy is going to be and what’s going to be fulfilling to him. And so he’s definitely on a journey,” teases Caplan. “And when your partner’s on a journey that you’re not necessarily on, it can pose some challenges.”

When it comes to Darelene’s sister Becky (Lecy Goranson), the issues are sort of the opposite as she and Tyler (Sean Astin) try and show their affection for one another through grand gestures like baking quiches. However, as Becky tries to finish her degree, she needs to dedicate some of her time elsewhere besides fawning over Tyler. “The most interesting part of the relationship to write about is that part right after the honeymoon. So coming off of the fantasy and into the reality of what a long-term relationship’s going to be, it’s got its peaks and valleys to it. So we have to see how they navigate having a more mature relationship going forward,” Caplan shares.

But more interestingly, Dan is facing his own conundrum in his relationship with Louise (Katey Sagal), who supports his feelings about the potential Roseanne lawsuit. “It really is a rock and a hard place spot for his new wife to find the appropriate place,” Helford says of Louise’s role this season. “And so I think that’s really interesting what we go through with them.”

“You think about how much Connors history there is before Louise even gets there, and then not to have had those experiences with them, but still be supportive and fit in… It’s a big challenge for somebody like Louise,” Caplan teases. And as Helford notes, “she’s not a woman who sits quietly… she will speak her mind.”

Only time will tell where her mind will go surrounding this predicament, but for now, a lot has been set up in the season premiere. What did you think of the latest episode? Sound off in the comments section below, and stay tuned for more on The Conners as Season 7 unfolds on ABC.

The Conners, Wednesdays, 8/7c, ABC

Unseen Force Set to Explode onto Season 2, Promises EP! Brace yourselves, “Shifting Gears” fanatics! The mastermind behind the gripping series has just dropped a cryptic clue about a game-changing character poised to detonate in the upcoming season. This mysterious figure, lurking just beyond our perception until now, is teased to unleash unforeseen chaos and drama, potentially shattering everything we thought we knew. Could this be a villain? A long-lost relative? Prepare for a seismic shift in the “Shifting Gears” universe – the unseen is about to be unleashed!

Shifting Gears Season 2 Could Introduce One Unseen But Important Character, Says EP

Shifting Gears season 2 might introduce one character that hasn’t been seen yet but is still important, reveals executive producer Michelle Nader. The biggest idea tying the characters of Shifting Gears together is family, with the most obvious connection being Matt (Tim Allen) taking his daughter, Riley (Kat Dennings), and her children into his home. So far, the biggest character with familial connections to appear has been Jimmy (Lucas Neff), yubi who is still trying to win back his ex-wife’s affections despite her decision to divorce him in the season finale.

Speaking with TVLine, however, Nader confirmed plans for Shifting Gears season 2 to introduce Sam, Matt’s son and Riley’s brother, who’s been mentioned throughout the sitcom. The executive producer explained what role he would have in the series, including what his interactions with his family and those around him would be like. Check out what Nader had to say about Sam’s possible introduction below:

We hope to introduce Sam in Season 2. We think he will be another fun casting opportunity and a great character for everyone to complain to!

What Sam’s Arrival Would Mean For Shifting Gears Season 2

Another Family Member Adding To The Comedy

Although Shifting Gears season 2 hasn’t been confirmed as of writing, the show has already laid the groundwork for an interesting follow-up. This includes Riley’s decision not only to divorce Jimmy, but also try to start a relationship with Gabriel (Seann William Scott), who wants to wait for the right time. Meanwhile, Matt discovers his business rival, Eve (Jenna Elfman), actually has feelings for him, kissing him in the season finale. With charged emotions already abuzz, Sam’s introduction could shake everything up even more.

Not much is known about Sam outside of the several times he’s been mentioned throughout the show, meaning he can be a unique voice among the series’ established characters. Even though Shifting Gears‘ reception has been mixed, the show’s popularity emphasizes how a new face can continue its trend of offering new elements that shake up established ideas. This can especially be the case for season 2, since new relationships and conflicts have already been established. Sam’s involvement can be the perfect way of bolstering these ideas with a fresh perspective.

Our Take On Sam’s Introduction In Shifting Gears Season 2

It’s A Sensible Path For The Series To Take

What Sam’s exact role in the sitcom would be remains unknown, but his introduction can help expand the Parker family with new history and funny situations between him and Riley. Sibling interactions can help make Shifting Gears season 2 stand out, as their dynamic is bound to be different from the one she has with every other character in the show. Since the groundwork has already been laid for Sam to show up, it would be fitting for him to arrive as so many new life changes are happening for his father and sister.

All episodes of Shifting Gears are now streaming on Hulu.

Source: TVLine

Remember the Camdens? See the “7th Heaven” Cast Then and Now – You Won’t Believe the Transformation! Catch up with the stars who brought the heartwarming family drama to life and witness their incredible journeys since leaving “7th Heaven.” From blossoming careers to surprising personal evolutions, this captivating feature showcases stunning before-and-after photos and reveals what your favorite cast members are up to today. Prepare for a nostalgic trip down memory lane with fascinating updates you simply can’t miss!

The Cast of 7th Heaven: Where Are They Now?

‘7th Heaven’ premiered in 1996 and became an instant favorite. See what the cast of the hit show have been up to since it wrapped in 2007

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Nothing screamed millennial primetime viewing quite like 7th Heaven.

The show, which premiered on August 26, 1996, followed the Camden family, which was made up of Protestant minister Eric Camden, his wife Annie and their seven children, ranging in age from teenagers to toddlers. An instant hit, 7th Heaven aired on the WB (later The CW) for 11 seasons from 1996 to 2007 and catapulted actors such as Jessica Biel, Beverley Mitchell, Barry Watson and Tyler Hoechlin into superstars.

Nearly 30 years after its premiere, find out where the faces of 7th Heaven are now.

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Catherine Hicks as Annie Camden

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By the time Catherine Hicks signed on to play Camden family matriarch Annie, she had already earned an Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in 1980’s Marilyn Monroe: The Untold Story.

After her tenure on 7th Heaven, she added more credits to her resume, with appearances in The Dog Who Saved Easter, A Christmas Reunion, Honeymoon from Hell and more.

Now retired, the former actress is enjoying a quiet life with husband Kevin Yaghter, whom she married in 1990. The two share a daughter named Catie.

Stephen Collins as Eric Camden

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Playing the Camden family patriarch and Protestant minister was Stephen Collins.

Prior to joining the cast, Collins appeared in All the Presidents Men, Star Trek: The Motion Picture, Blood Diamond and more.

Following his time on the WB show, Collins continued to work, making appearances on Private Practice, Devious Maids, No Ordinary Family, among others.

In 2012, Collins came under fire for “inappropriate sexual conduct with three female minors” between the years of 1973 and 1994, after TMZ obtained a recording of him speaking about his participation in child molestation. He later gave a lengthy statement to PEOPLE, two years after the scandal went public, detailing the abuse and apologizing for his behavior.

Fast forward to 2025, in Investigation Discovery’s Hollywood Demons documentary, it’s revealed that the former actor is reportedly dating a 7th Heaven “superfan” named Jenny Nagel, who is 40 years younger than him.

“Stephen Collins now lives with a woman who is 40 years younger than him,” Dr. Drew Pinskey revealed in the special, per Us Weekly. “She was a super fan.”

“The age difference — given what we know about his history — certainly raises an eyebrow,” he continued. “Let’s hope he can commit to this woman and not perpetrate on others.”

Barry Watson as Matt Camden

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Playing the firstborn son was Barry Watson, who came into the role of Matt after a few appearances in shows like Days of Our Lives, Malibu Shores, Sister, Sister, among others.

While at 90s Con in 2024, Watson opened up about one of the more cringey scenes from the show, when he almost kisses his onscreen sister Mary, played by Jessica Biel. In the scene, Mary asks her big brother for tips on kissing — and she even puckers her lips — before their father comes in.

“I knew then, I was like, ‘I don’t want to do this,’” Watson recalled at 90s Con. “And I found out from Brenda [Hampton], the creator, that it was Aaron [Spelling] that insisted on having that scene. I was like, that was the only time I ever questioned Aaron’s creativity because I always think, ‘This would never happen.’”

After 7th Heaven, Watson continued to work in other TV classics such as Masters of Sex, Hart of Dixie and Gossip Girl.

In real life, Watson found love with Natasha Gregson Wagner, whom he’s been married to since 2014. The two share a daughter named Clover and he is father to two older boys from a previous relationship.

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Jessica Biel as Mary Camden

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These days, we know Jessica Biel for having starred in projects such as Total Recall, The Illusionist, A Kind of Murder, Candy and more, but of course, to many millennials, she will always be Mary Camden.

And while her career boomed after 7th Heaven, so too did her love life. The actress married fellow ’90s icon Justin Timberlake in 2012. The pair share two sons — Silas, 9, and Phineas, 4.

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Beverley Mitchell as Lucy Camden

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Beverley Mitchell continues to feed our 7th Heaven nostalgia with her rewatch podcast titled Catching up with the Camdens. The actress, who played Lucy, hosts the show with former costars David Gallagher and Mackenzie Rosman.

After 7th Heaven, she went on to star in The Secret Life of an American Teenager, Hollywood Darling, along with several Christmas projects.

Mitchell is married to husband Michael Cameron, whom she wed in 2008. The two share three kids: daughters Kenzie, 12 and Mayzel, 5, as well as son Hutton, 6.

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David Gallagher as Simon Camden

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David Gallagher was a preteen when he played, Simon Camden. And while he had been working since he was a toddler, he stepped back from show business during the show’s eighth season to be a college student full-time and earn his bachelor’s degree. He came back part-time for the ninth and tenth seasons.

Gallagher, now 40, has acted in several other millennial favorites such as The Vampire Diaries, Criminal Minds, Numb3rs, Super 8, Kingdom Hearts and more.

According to IMDb, he has a daughter named Lily.

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Haylie Duff as Sandy Jameson

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For major Lizzie McGuire fans, Haylie Duff was a familiar face as she was often seen with little sister Hilary, who played the titular character on the Disney show.

A star in her own right, Haylie had roles in Napoleon Dynamite, Joan of Arcadia, Material Girls, One on One, That’s So Raven and, naturally, Lizzie McGuire, before she joined 7th Heavean as Sandy Jameson.

Haylie has been in a long-term relationship with her fiancé Matt Rosenberg and the couple have two kids: Ryan Ava Erhard, whom they welcomed in 2015, as well as Lulu Gray, who joined the family in 2018.

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Adam LaVorgna as Robbie Palmer

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Pulling at Mary’s heartstrings was on-and-off boyfriend Robbie, played by Adam LaVorgna.

Before landing on 7th Heaven, LaVorgna played a young Frank Sinatra in the 1992 miniseries, Sinatra. He also had credits in Brooklyn Bridge, Matlock, Milk Money and more.

It appears LaVorgna is enjoying life away from the spotlight as he graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine back in 2023.

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Mackenzie Rosman as Ruthie Camden

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Mackenzie Rosman played the baby of the Camden family for three seasons.

And while 7th Heaven was Rosman’s first professional acting gig, she snagged a few other credits including The Secret Life of the American Teenager, Ghost Shark and Nightcomer.

She has a daughter named Ophelia Katelyn whom she welcomed in 2022.

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Nikolas Brino and Lorenzo Brino as David and Sam Camden

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Fun fact: Nikolas and Lorenzo Brino were actually quadruplets. Their brothers Myrinda and Zachary were also tapped to play the Camden’s youngest kids, David and Sam, born in season 3, but Nikolas and Lorenzo ultimately took over the roles until the show ended.

Sadly, Lorenzo died in a car accident in 2020.

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George Stults as Kevin Kinkirk

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George Stults played Kevin Kinkirk a police officer who eventually married Lucy. Prior to joining 7th Heaven, Stults had made appearances on shows such as Friends, Will and Grace and Maybe It’s Me.

Stults has continued to work, with credits in Mellisa & Joey, The Finder and Zoo, in addition to a string of Christmas movies.

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Jeremy London as Chandler Hampton

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Another familiar face, Jeremy London (and his twin brother Jason) were in several projects back in the ’90s. Jeremy played Chandler Hampton, the associate pastor at the Glen Oak Community Church in 7th Heaven.

Following his time on the show, Jeremy continued acting, appearing in Dark Rising: Warrior of Worlds, Tell Me You Love Me, The Black Mass, MacGyver, and more.

In March, London opened up about how working on the beloved show wasn’t exactly the best experience as he was battling drug addiction.

“I can’t say that working on 7th Heaven was a very positive experience for me,” he said in Hollywood Demons. “I left 7th Heaven because I got fired.”

“Working on 7th Heaven, my wife [then girlfriend Melissa Cunningham] and I, we were driving up the 405, and things got stupid, and we were yelling and screaming over something that we shouldn’t even have been fighting over,” London revealed. “And that literally in that moment changed everything.”

London, was married to Cunningham from 2006 to 2011 and wed Juliet Reeves in 2014. He shares a son with each woman.

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Ashlee Simpson as Cecilia Smith

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These days, Ashlee Simpson generally keeps away from the spotlight and enjoys life being a wife and mom, but back in 2004, the “Boyfriend” singer dabbled in acting and snagged a role as Cecilia Smith, Simon’s girlfriend, on the show.

She would go on to top the charts with her album Autobiography in the same year and followed up with I Am Me in 2005 and Bittersweet World in 2008.

Simpson has been married to Evan Ross since 2014 and they have two children — Jagger Snow, 9, and Ziggy Blu, 4. She also shares son Bronx Mowgli, 16, with ex-husband Pete Wentz.

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Tyler Hoechlin as Martin Brewer

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Tyler Hoechlin got his start playing Tom Hanks’ son in Road to Perdition back in 2002 before he played Martin Brewer on 7th Heaven, a role for which he was nominated for Teen Choice Breakout Actor in 2004.

Since then, Hoechlin has lent his talents to Hall Pass, Lincoln Heights, Teen Wolf, The Flash, Supergirl, Batwoman and Superman & Lois, among other notable works.

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Christopher Michael as Police Chief Michaels

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Bringing law and order to the Glean Oak community was Police Chief Michaels, played by Christopher Michael.

He followed up his role with other appearances in iCarly, Pretty Little Liars, Grey’s Anatomy and Glow. His latest credit was in 2023’s God’s Country Song.

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Chaz Lamar Shepherd as John Hamilton

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Chaz Lamar Shepherd played John Hamilton, the eldest child of Reverend Morgan. Before joining 7th Heaven, Shepherd had captivated audiences with his role as Artis Tower on Me and the Boys.

He followed up his time on 7th Heaven with a recurring role on The Game, Haters Back Off!, Luke Cage and more.

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Scotty Leavenworth as Peter Petrowski

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Scotty Leavenworth had projects such as The Young and the Restless, Babe: Pig in the City, Green Mile, Everybody Loves Raymond, Passions, The Drew Carey Show to his name before he joined 7th Heaven as Peter Petrowski.

Though he continued working following his tenure on the show, it seems Leavenworth has since retreated from the spotlight, with his last acting listed as 2010’s Slow Moe on IMDb.

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Rachel Blanchard as Roxanne Richardson

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Most people likely recognized Rachel Blanchard for her role as Cher Horowitz in the TV adaptation of Clueless when she joined 7th Heaven as rookie police officer Roxanne Richardson.

Blanchard continues to act, with appearances in Psych, Fargo, The Summer I Turned Pretty and an upcoming project titled Vicious.

She is married to composer and conductor Jeremy Turner, per IMDb.