The TRUTH Finally Exposed After Weeks of Whispers! Forget the rumors – the real reason behind The Voice former coach Kelly Clarkson’s mysterious disappearance from her hit talk show can now be revealed, and it’s more dramatic than anyone imagined! Insiders are finally breaking their silence, unveiling a deeply personal and unexpected situation. Prepare for the jaw-dropping details that will change how you see the beloved singer and host forever. The truth is finally out!

Real reason behind Kelly Clarkson’s mysterious extended absence from talk show revealed

THE REAL reason behind Kelly Clarkson’s mysterious absence from her talk show has been revealed after the host has been missing for an extended period of time.

The music superstar missed 10 episodes of her daytime NBC talk show in March and was away again this month, sending fans into a panic as they worried about why she was abruptly gone for so long.

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Kelly Clarkson performs on her talk showCredit: Kelly Clarkson Show

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Kelly Clarkson during a taping of her NBC talk showCredit: Getty
Kelly, 42, missed two weeks of The Kelly Clarkson Show in late March without warning and returned earlier this month with no explanation of her absence.

While she did cite “personal reasons” as to why she stepped away, she did not disclose any further details.

As fans continue to speculate as to what is really going on, an insider has claimed that she had to flee to be with her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock.

”Her ex-husband is sick and she took the kids to see him,” a source told NewsNation.

The former couple share two kids together: a daughter, River Rose, 10, and son, Remington Alexander, 9.

Brandon and Kelly wed in 2013, but went through a bitter split and a nasty custody battle when she filed for divorce in June 2020.

Their divorce proceedings were lengthy and involved a nasty court battle between the exes for custody of their children.

After years of battling it out, a judge ruled in 2023 that Kelly had won primary physical custody of her kids.

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Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock attend the 2018 CMT Music Awards at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TennesseeCredit: Getty

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Seth Blackstock, Remington Alexander Blackstock, Savannah Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson, River Rose Blackstock, and Brandon Blackstock on April 27, 2019Credit: Getty
Brandon has visitation rights and joint legal custody.

Following their split, Kelly moved from their Los Angeles family home to New York City where she now filmed her show.

Brandon, who was a former entertainment manager, left the industry to pursue a career in rodeo on his Montana ranch.

FAMILY MATTERS

Previously, a source exclusively told The U.S. Sun that Kelly had been absent from her show as she “needed to be present” at home.

Kelly Clarkson suddenly missing from talk show again after mysterious absence as concerned fans ask ‘what’s going on-‘
“She has been dealing with a family matter and has needed to be present for it,” the insider said, assuring that it’s “nothing very serious.”

Her unexpected absence was first noticed during a taping on March 3.

Barbie actor Simu Liu filled in at the last moment for the taping, stating, “Kelly isn’t able to make it today. We’re sending her our very best.”

“I did not know that I was doing this until about five minutes ago when I arrived to promote my new movie Last Breath,” he said.

Brooke Shields also stepped in as guest host, along with several other well-known personalities stepping up to take her place while Kelly remained away.

Willie Geist was serving as the guest host for the American Idol winner on March 12.

Who are the past American Idol winners?

The previous American Idol winners include:

Kelly Clarkson (2002)

Ruben Studdard (2003)

Fantasia Barrino (2004)

Carrie Underwood (2005)

Taylor Hicks (2006)

Jordin Sparks (2007)

David Cook (2008)

Kris Allen (2009)

Lee DeWyze (2010)

Scotty McCreery (2011)

Phillip Phillips (2012)

Candice Glover (2013)

Caleb Johnson (2014)

Nick Fradiani (2015)

Trent Harmon (2016)

Maddie Poppe (2018)

Laine Hardy (2019)

Just Sam (2020)

Chayce Beckham (2021)

Noah Thompson (2022)

Iam Tongi (2023)

Kelly took back the reins of her show on Tuesday, March 18, and resumed hosting duties – but was absent unexpectedly once again in April.

The Already Gone singer hosted her show on Monday, March 31, but will miss the Tuesday episode after a long absence earlier in the month.

The show didn’t give a reason for her absence, prompting viewers to voice their worry for her health.

“I just want to know if Kelly is okay because it’s now been kind of a long time,” said one.

“Is Kelly okay?” asked another fan on social media.

A third said: “I respect Kelly Clarkson’s privacy, but I am very concerned about her.”

“Sad her followers aren’t being told why she missing,” commented a fourth.

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In an unprecedented twist, John Legend has dashed the hopes of “The Voice” enthusiasts everywhere with his sudden announcement

John Legend Dashes ‘The Voice’ Fans’ Hopes With Blake Shelton Assertion

One thing about The Voice viewers, they’re a hopeful bunch. Country star Blake Shelton brought many a fan onboard with his earthy charm and banter. Fans were devastated when the “Ol’ Red” singer announced he was hanging up his cowboy hat after 23 seasons. Some fans are still keeping their fingers crossed for Shelton’s return, despite the singer’s admission that he should have left sooner.

Fans Want Shelton to “Bring Back the Sunshine”

The Shelton nostalgia is still strong among social media viewers. “4 Best Coaches of The Voice US in one season,” one user wrote on X/Twitter. “Blake Shelton, Adam Levine, Alicia Keys and Miley Cyrus. Ughh year 2017.”

The only The Voice winner I know is Blake Shelton

— Jojo 👻 (@AmbieeJojo) March 5, 2024

Another X user admitted that they would “always miss Blake Shelton, his voice, wit and sunny personality.”

Sorry, but I am not a fan of Jason Aldean and as someone who has watched The Voice from the start he doesn't fit. I will always miss Blake Shelton, his voice, wit and sunny personality. I like Dan and Shay, everyone seems more comfortable this season, last season was rough.

— Cindy Gossett (@gossett509) February 28, 2024

Country legend Reba McEntire replaced Shelton after Season 23. Many viewers have embraced her presence on the show, but not all.

“Replacing Blake Shelton with Reba was the best decision the voice could ever make,” one viewer wrote on X/Twitter. “Hopefully she work more seasons than just this one.”

Some fans believe The Voice just isn’t what it once was without the friendly rival between Shelton and former coach Adam Levine. “the voice should have been gone after adam levine left, and really should be OFF air now that blake shelton left,” one X/Twitter user wrote. “if anything, the voice is less about the contestants, and more about the coaches’ egos and competitive streaks.”

John Legend Dashes ‘The Voice’ Fans’ Hopes

Senior coach John Legend recently snuffed out diehard fans’ hopes for Shelton’s return to his big red chair. The “All of Me” singer recently told ET Online that he doesn’t think it’s in the cards.

While Legend says he could see a comeback from Shelton’s wife, Gwen Stefani, the “Boys ‘Round Here” singer seems quite content with his newfound freedom on the couple’s Oklahoma ranch.

“I feel like Gwen is the only chance we have. I don’t think Blake is coming back,” Legend said in an interview published Monday (March 18.) “He is staying on the farm, he’s enjoying himself. I’ve talked to him and he’s, like, picking corn. He sent us some fresh corn from the farm, he sent us some fresh peaches from the farm, we made peach cobbler. I don’t think he has any desire to come back to Hollywood and film The Voice.“

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Voice Coach John Legend reacts to Chrissy Teigen’s sobriety update

John Legend reacts to Chrissy Teigen’s sobriety update

The model recently opened up about her struggle with alcohol consumption

John Legend says he is proud of Chrissy Teigen after her sobriety update

John Legend reacted to his wife Chrissy Teigen’s recent update on her sobriety journey.

On May 16, Chrissy Teigen took to her Instagram account to make a vulnerable post about letting alcohol back into her life.

The EGOT winner praised his wife for being honest and showed her full support.

Taking to his own handle on the social media site, he rushed to the comment section and gushed over Teigen writing, “Always proud of you.”

Legend was not only to show support for Teigen with positive words. Demi Lovato, who has always been vocal about her own sobriety journey, praised the model writing, “Your honesty and vulnerability is so commendable. I learned it’s about progress, not perfection! You are doing amazing and I’m so very proud of you.”

Moreover, another notable actress, Jaime Pressley also commented, “I hear you loud and clear and I am proud of you and I love you old friend. Your pure and total honesty is a breath of fresh air always.”

Tiegen, who shares four kids with Legend, noted on her post that after staying away from alcohol for four years she has started drinking again.

The Voice’s Historic Rule Changes for Season 28 Give Artists & Fans More Power

From the Carson Callback to the Mic Drop button, The Voice is remixing its usual format.

New season, new rules.

How to Watch

Watch The Voice Mondays and Tuesdays at 8/7c on NBC and next day on Peacock.

The Voice kicks off its highly-anticipated 28th season in September, and so much of what fans love will be there. We have another all-star lineup of Coaches: Reba McEntire, Michael Bublé, Niall Horan, and Snoop Dogg. A new crop of Artists will raise the bar with some truly epic Blind Auditions. The big red chairs are “suited and booted,” as Snoop would say, with their seat warmers and signature buttons. And Carson Daly will be hosting the festivities, as he’s done since the show’s premiere in 2011.

But there will be some changes to Season 28, as well: exciting updates and format remixes that up the ante and shift power to Daly, the Artists, and the fans. Read more, below, about what updates are coming to the competition this fall:

The Carson Callback during Blind Auditions

As teased in The Voice’s trailer, Daly will have the power during Blinds to give one Artist who didn’t get any chair turns the Carson Callback card. The selected Artist will have 24 hours to prepare a new Blind Audition and try out again for the Coaches in hopes of landing on a team.

Artists pick their own pairs during Battles

Typically, the Coaches select the pairs who go head to head during Battles. For Season 28, the power shifts to the Artists. They’ll form their own pairs, then sing their hearts out for a spot in the Knockouts.

Snoop Dogg appears on The Voice Season 28.

Photo: Trae Patton/NBC

The Mic Drop button during Knockouts

For Knockouts, each Coach gets to hit their Mic Drop button for the one Artist on their team who truly rises above the rest. Once those four Artists are selected, fans at home will vote for their Mic Drop winner. The winning Artist gets to perform during the Rose Parade Presented by Honda on January 1, 2026.

RELATED: Snoop Dogg Beautifully Harmonizes with Reba, Niall, & Bublé: Hear His Singing Voice

Fans get to vote two Artists into Live Shows

Only six Artists will advance from Playoffs to Live Shows. Each Coach will select only one Artist from their teams to advance. The fifth and sixth singers will be determined by fans’ votes, a historic first.

All the Coaches are hungry for wins this season. Bublé and Horan are both currently two-for-two and gunning for three-peats. McEntire is hoping for her second victory after winning with Asher HaVon in Season 25. And Snoop Dogg is eager to get his first-ever win. Place your bets now on who takes it all home.

Is Gwen Stefani Returning to ’The Voice’? What Fans Need to Know

The No Doubt singer has appeared on the NBC show since season 7, but she’s busy with her own musical pursuits.

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The Voice season 28 is premiering this fall, beginning on September 22 on NBC.
The Voice revealed the coaches set to compete in the show’s season 28.
Fans may be curious to know why Gwen Stefani won’t be on The Voice after she was last seen on the show in season 26.

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With The Voice season 28 premiering on NBC in just a few weeks, it’s easy to say we’re ready to witness a new batch of musicians vie for stardom.

The hit competition series will be back on the air beginning September 22, 2025, and viewers will get to see Reba McEntire, Niall Horan, Snoop Dogg and Michael Bublé as the coaches for season 28. Folks are especially excited to see this quartet of musicians appear on their TV screens very soon, given the fact they’re all returning coaches from seasons of the past.

But if we’re talking about coaches who have come and gone over the last few years, it’s only fair we talk about the great Gwen Stefani! The No Doubt singer has been a mentor on and off ever since she debuted on The Voice in season 7, and she was last seen as a coach back in season 26. But with things always switching up, folks are curious to know: Is Gwen Stefani returning to The Voice in 2025?

We’re so sorry to break it to you, but we have some news about Gwen The Voice fans will want to pay attention to.

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Even though there’s no public announcement for why Gwen isn’t on The Voice for season 28, we may have uncovered clues behind the hiatus.

Over the last few months, folks have gotten to see Gwen promote new music off her 2024 album Bouquet. With that in mind, it seems like she has been taking the time to perform a few shows over the summer. As she shared on Instagram back in July, her last music appearance occurred alongside her husband Blake Shelton at the Churchill Park Music Festival in St. John’s, Canada.

“St. John’s 🇨🇦 💐 i’m coming for you July 27!! ✨,” she wrote at the time. “Can’t wait to sing with you gx.”

 

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But that’s not all Gwen has been working on throughout the last year.

Outside of her work, the singer is also focusing on being a wife to Blake and mom to her three sons Kingston, Zuma and Apollo (she shares her kids with ex-husband Gavin Rossdale). Sharing behind-the-scenes moments with her family at home, she’s been adamant about being present and enjoying life away from the spotlight. In fact, folks got to see Gwen with her family in May when she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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Even though we don’t know what else she has planned, is there ever a chance Gwen could return to The Voice? If her pattern on the show proves us right, there’s always a time and place we could see her sit in the red chair once again.

For now, though, looks like we’ll have to keep on waiting …

Did You Notice This ‘Last Man Standing’ Star in Season 1 of ‘The Office’ Spinoff ‘The Paper’?

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The Office fans tuned into The Paper for connections to the original show — but did you notice the guest spot from a fan-favorite Last Man Standing star?

Season 1, which premiered Thursday, September 4, introduced Us to the Toledo Truth-Teller, a Midwestern newspaper on its last legs until an overzealous cardboard salesman turned editor in chief (Domhnall Gleeson‘s Ned) steps in. The cast also includes Sabrina Impacciatore, Chelsea Frei, Melvin Gregg, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Alex Edelman, Ramona Young, Tim Key and The Office alum Oscar Nuñez.

In a blink-and-you-miss-it appearance, Edelman’s onscreen wife was revealed to be played by Molly Ephraim as Summer. Ephraim, 39, is best known for her role as Mandy Baxter on ABC’s sitcom Last Man Standing. She was part of the main cast during the show’s original run from 2011 to 2017 before its move to Fox after its sixth season.

Ephraim was subsequently recast, with Molly McCook taking over the role until the series finale.

“When the show was canceled … [Molly] got involved in some different things, so when [Last Man Standing] came back, she was not able to do it,” EP Matt Berry told reporters in 2018. “It’s unfortunate. We love her deeply. She’s a big part of who we were. But [it’s] exciting for us to look around and see who we can get to play that character. We want someone to come in and not play Molly Ephraim. We want somebody to come in and play Mandy. We’ve seen a lot of great actresses.”

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After the finale, showrunner Kevin Abbott was asked whether there was ever a discussion of bringing Ephraim back in some capacity. (Abbott also weighed in on Alexandra Krosney, who played Kristin in season 1 before being recast with Amanda Fuller.)

“You know, it’s funny. We actually did [consider it],” Abbott told TVLine in 2021. “At the beginning of the year, Fox had asked, ‘Can you do something that’s promotable at the start of the season?’ We felt like the time jump was promotable, but it’s tough. We were kicking around ideas prior to landing on [Home Improvement‘s] Tim Taylor coming on the show, and that was in there.”

Both Ephraim and Krosney “would have had to be OK coming back,” with Abbott adding, “I’m not certain that would have been accomplished. One of those [departures] was not our decision … [and] I don’t think attitudes have softened during the last four years.”

He continued: “We kicked around some funny ideas, and if there was one that was funny enough to justify it, I would have given it a shot. I would have called some people, but we never really had it. And then once we [landed on] Tim Taylor coming on, it just felt like that’d be too many meta jokes in a season.”

In addition to The Paper, Ephraim has appeared in Brockmire, Halt and Catch Fire, Casual, Perry Mason and A League of Their Own since Last Man Standing. Ephraim’s The Paper costar Edelman recently told Us Weekly about his wishes for their season 2 scenes.

“She shines and she was a joy to be with on set,” he gushed. “She was so brilliant. Hopefully you get to see more of her in season 2. It was a blast.”

The Paper season 1 is streaming now on Peacock.

‘Shifting Gears’ Season 2: Premiere Date, Guest Stars, Trailer, and More Details

‘Shifting Gears’ Drops First Season 2 Trailer & Announces Surprise Guest Stars

Make way for a whole season of guest stars! The new trailer for Season 2 of Shifting Gears just dropped, and it is jam-packed with celebrities.

Shifting Gears ended its first season with a shocking kiss and many questions for fans. The ABC freshman comedy stars Tim Allen as Matt, a widowed father whose daughter, Riley (Kat Dennings), and his grandchildren, Carter (Maxwell Simkins) and Georgia (Barrett Margolis), move in with him after things get rocky with Riley’s estranged husband, Jimmy (Lucas Neff).

During the Season 1 finale, Riley decides to finally divorce Jimmy when he comes home for Georgia’s middle school graduation after announcing plans to tour with the Foo Fighters. Matt fights with his nemesis Eve (Jenna Elfman), who works next door to him and hits his car with his door. By the end of the episode, the enemies become lovers and share a shocking kiss. To celebrate Riley’s new singledom, her boss Eve throws her a party. Riley drinks a little too much, so Gabriel (Seann William Scott), her childhood best friend and dad’s coworker, takes her home. She wonders aloud why a woman hasn’t married him yet, and he tries to confess his feelings for her, but she falls asleep as he confesses.

This left the show on a cliffhanger with many loose ends not tied up. So, will fans get answers in Season 2?

The sitcom recently announced some very special guest stars that relate back to Allen’s first major TV role. Here is everything we know about the sitcom’s next season.

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Is Shifting Gears renewed for Season 2?

Shifting Gears will return for Season 2. The renewal comes after the sitcom had a noticeable drop in ratings since its premiere in January. Shifting Gears reached 7.8 million viewers in the Nielsen Live+7 ratings during its premiere episode, while the finale in March dropped to 5.17 million in the same time period. The show’s performance on Hulu has not been updated since January. The show ranked number five among ABC’s scripted series this season.

When will Season 2 premiere?

Shifting Gears Season 2 will premiere on Wednesday, October 1, at 8/7c on ABC. The sitcom is expected to air on Wednesdays for the rest of the season. Season 1 premiered in January with only 10 episodes, but this seems like a full season pickup.

What could happen in Shifting Gears Season 2?

After Eve and Matt shared a kiss, the former enemies could explore a relationship. But Matt could also still be healing from losing his wife. Riley and Gabriel might finally tell each other how they feel — though this could lead to a not-so-positive reaction from Matt.

Dennings told TV Insider what she hopes for her character in the upcoming season. “I hope we see Riley do some exploration of who she is now because she doesn’t really know who she is now, without the ex-husband relationship and back living at home as a mom with two kids, and have her discover her personality without the things that she is used to. I think that would be cool,” she said.

Who will star in Shifting Gears Season 2?

Allen, Dennings, Scott, Simkins, Margolis, Elfman, as well as Daryl Mitchell, all starred in Season 1 and are set to return.

As for guest stars, comedian and talk show host Lilly Singh is set to appear in one episode. Her character doesn’t have a name yet, but is described as Riley’s new mom friend, with whom she clicks instantly. Their budding friendship is derailed by unexpected mama drama.

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts will also appear in one episode. He will play himself. It is not clear if Betts and Singh will star in the same episode. See Betts’ announcement below.

 

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Will there be a Home Improvement reunion?

On August 19, Deadline reported that Allen’s Home Improvement costars —Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, and Debbe Dunning— will all appear in Season 2.

Richardson played Jill Taylor, Tim’s wife, on the show for eight seasons. Karn was Albert “Al” Borland, Tim’s friend and assistant on the show-within-a-show, Tool Time, from seasons one to eight. Dunning played Heidi Keppert, the Tool Time girl, from Seasons 3 through 8.

The trio will appear in Season 2’s season premiere on October 1. Although details about their characters are under wraps, Deadline reported that they will “help Matt Parker in an unexpected way.”

Richardson and Karn also appeared in Allen’s second sitcom, Last Man Standing. Jonathan Taylor Thomas had a recurring role on the show. He was one of three sons on Home Improvement. In Season 1, Nancy Travis, his wife in Last Man Standing, also had a guest role. She will also return as a guest star, according to a press release.

See the HI reunion on the season premiere.

Is there a trailer?

Yes! The new trailer dropped on Wednesday, September 17, just two weeks before the seaosn premiere.

Matt and Riley continue to argue and work together as she navigates life with her two children as a newly divorced woman. The guest stars above, plus Gabriel Iglesias and Shark Tank‘s Lori Greiner, make appearances. “Oh my God! It’s Lori from Shark Tank! My Queen,” Georgia says.

Who helms Shifting Gears?

Allen, along with Michelle Nader, Marty Adelstein, Becky Clements, Richard Baker, Rick Messina, John Pasquin, Jim Patterson, Bob Daily, and John Amodeoserve serve as executive producers on the sitcom.  Mike Scully and Julie Thacker Scully executive-produced the first episode. Pasquin directed the pilot episode. Dennings is also a producer.

Where can you watch Shifting Gears Season 1?

All 10 episodes of Shifting Gears Season 1 are available to watch on Hulu. Season 2 will air on ABC and the next day on the streaming platform.

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‘The Price Is Right’: Hip-Shaking Mom & Daughter Make Drew Carey Blush – Fans React

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The Price Is Right has been sharing classic moments on its social media channels while viewers wait for the new season, and a clip posted on Monday (August 5) had fans in hysterics. It featured a mom and daughter duo who made host Drew Carey blush by grinding close to him!

The clip in question was shared on the official The Price Is Right Instagram page and featured mother-and-daughter duo Sharol and Tionna. The excitable pair boogied their way to the stage, where they greeted Drew Carey by dancing and bumping their hips into his. Carey blushed and laughed before explaining the rules of the game.

Sharol and Tionna were faced with the Grand Game, in which contestants can win up to $10,000 by picking products under a target price. For those unfamiliar, the contestants begin with $1 displayed on the board and are then given a target price. They are then shown six grocery items, four of which are priced below the target and two of which are priced above.

The mom and daughter were given a target price of $6.50, with Carey telling them, “All you have to do is tell me which four [are under that price], and every time you get one right, we’ll add one zero to that board.”

 

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Sharol and Tionna were then shown the six items, which included a 16-ounce container of Mom’s Best Cereals Quick Oats, one Scrub Daddy’s Scrub Mommy Scrubbing Sponge, six-count box of Nestlē’s Abuelita Hot Chocolate Tablets, a 25-ounce jar of Yo Mama’s Spicy Marinara Tomato Sauce, one 0.34-ounce box of Mommy’s Bliss Baby Probiotic Drops, and one 11-ounce package of Grandma’s Frozen Noodles Wide Egg Noodles.

“Give me one that you know for sure is less than $6.50,” Carey asked.

The contestants talked it through and looked to the studio audience for guidance, ultimately settling on the noodles as their first guess. Their pick was right, as the noodles were priced at $4.29. They continued their success by picking the oats and the sponge next.

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With $1,000 on the board, Sharol and Tionna could have walked away at that point. “You guys have $1,000; you can stop right now if you want because if you get the next one wrong, you lose everything,” Carey reminded them. “[But] you do get an extra nine grand if you get this next one right.”

After discussing their options, Sharol and Tionna decided to continue and selected the hot chocolate. Carey revealed the price of the hot chocolate as $5.49, meaning the lovable mother and daughter bagged themselves $10,000. The pair started screaming and running around the stage as the audience cheered them on.

“They bumped up a BIG win… nice one,” wrote one Instagram commenter.

“Great show,” said another.

One fan argued that the pair “cheated” because they were “dollar up bidders,” meaning a tactic where players on Contestant’s Row outbid the previous guesser by $1.

However, another user argued, “They didn’t Cheat! It has always been part of the rules. Recently, someone bid $1 over another bidder. Much to everyones surprise, the original bidder was the actual price and won the extra $500.”

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‘The Price Is Right’ Viewers Shocked as Contestant Suddenly Quits Show, Drew Carey Left Speechless!

It was supposed to be another high-energy episode of The Price Is Right, filled with cheers, prizes, and playful banter. But fans were left stunned when a contestant made an unexpected move that brought the show to a halt—and left host Drew Carey visibly speechless.

🎬 The Moment No One Saw Coming

During the middle of a pricing game, contestant Melissa R. from Ohio suddenly turned to Drew Carey and said, “I’m sorry—I can’t do this,” before walking off the stage. The audience gasped, and for a moment, the studio fell silent. Drew, known for his quick wit and calm demeanor, stood frozen, clearly caught off guard.

“I’ve never seen that happen before,” he finally said, breaking the silence with a mix of concern and disbelief.

😮 Fans React in Real Time

Social media lit up within minutes. Viewers flooded Twitter and Reddit with reactions ranging from shock to sympathy. Some speculated that Melissa may have been overwhelmed by nerves or personal stress, while others praised her for stepping away if she felt uncomfortable.

“This is wild,” one fan tweeted. “I’ve watched this show for years and never seen someone just walk off mid-game.”

💬 Behind the Scenes Buzz

While producers have yet to release an official statement, insiders say Melissa appeared anxious backstage before her segment. Crew members reportedly offered reassurance, but the pressure of the spotlight may have been too much.

“She was lovely and excited at first,” one source shared. “But something shifted right before she went on.”

🎤 Drew Carey’s Classy Response

After the unexpected exit, Drew Carey handled the moment with grace. He addressed the audience, saying, “We all have our limits, and it’s okay to honor them. Let’s wish Melissa well.” The show resumed with a new contestant, but the moment lingered in viewers’ minds.

📺 A Reminder of the Human Side of Game Shows

While The Price Is Right is known for its fun and lighthearted energy, Melissa’s departure was a powerful reminder that real people—with real emotions—stand behind the podium. Her decision to walk away may have been surprising, but it also sparked an important conversation about mental health, pressure, and personal boundaries.

As fans continue to discuss the moment, one thing’s clear: this episode won’t be forgotten anytime soon.

Jeopardy! viewers ‘p-ssed off’ over ‘absolutely ridiculous’ call by host Ken Jennings

Jeopardy! viewers were not impressed on Friday after one ‘absolutely ridiculous’ call by long-time host Ken Jennings during the ‘From The Video Game Manual’ category

Jeopardy! viewers were left raging after one “absolutely ridiculous” call by host Ken Jennings after he failed to award two contestants points after a video game clue.

During the September 19 episode of Jeopardy!, contestants Hebah Uddin, a social media moderator and Ph.D. candidate originally from Long Island, New York, Steven Olson, a band director from Princeton, Illinois, and Paolo Pasco, a puzzle writer originally from San Diego, California, all took the stage to compete in the cut-throat trivia competition.

But many viewers at home were left fuming over the result of one of the trivia questions featured in the “From The Video Game Manual” category. For $1000 points, the clue read, “From an N64 game: ‘Recover the pirate helicopter & get to the bottom of this. You are licensed to kill.’”

To this, Paolo buzzed in and answered, “What is GoldenEye?” To which Ken replied, “Can you be more specific?” And Paolo elaborated, “JamesBond: “GoldenEye?” And despite being nearly spot-on with this answer, Ken refused to award Paolo with the points.

He then accepted a buzz-in from his fellow contestant Steven who answered, “What’s 007 GoldenEye?” Ken once again did not accept this answer.

After denying points to both players, Ken said, “This pains me because you were both so close – GoldenEye is the movie; the game is GoldenEye 007.” Shortly after Ken delivered the harsh ruling, Jeopardy! fans took to a newly posted Reddit thread expressing their anger over the call.

One viewer wrote, “‘GoldenEye’ absolutely should have been accepted, and ‘007 GoldenEye’ probably should have been too. On the box art, the way the logo is stylized doesn’t clearly indicate whether the 007 is supposed to come before or after GoldenEye, and on the title screen, there’s no 007 at all; the in-game name of the game is just GoldenEye.”

They continued in part, “The very first page of the manual before the table of contents does say “Thank you for selecting the GOLDENEYE 007 Game Pak,” but the page that they got the quote in the clue from is titled ‘THE GOLDENEYE STORY.’”

They went on to add, “If they can accept ‘Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’ for ‘Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’ then there’s no reason not to accept GoldenEye. Ken’s comment seemed to indicate that they needed to differentiate from the movie (even though the clue very clearly indicated it was the video game), but then why do they accept ‘Wizard of Oz’ when referring to the book ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ instead of requiring that it be differentiated from the movie?”

After this convincing argument, another fan replied, “I’m hours away from being able to watch this episode, but I’m already p-ssed off reading this and the PBP on j-archive. I was completely hooked on this game back in the 90s, played it for easily hundreds of hours, and it’s absolutely ridiculous that neither Paolo’s nor Steven’s responses were accepted. I wonder if anyone who was there can chime in if there was a challenge request or a judges’ review.”

While a third person chimed in, “This isn’t this first time the writers have gotten it wrong on a video game clue, in fact I know it happens regularly enough that they should probably find a specific video game expert to consult with on them.”

And someone else noted, “The one a couple months ago where the right answer for ‘The ’64’ version of this video game series’ was somehow supposed to be ‘Super Mario Bros’ and the actual unambiguously correct answer of ‘Super Mario’ was rejected was pretty egregious, but that one at least got reversed after the break; i was surprised this ruling stood.”