CHRISTMAS WITH THE KRANKS IS BACK – AND HOTTER THAN EVER!

Get ready to trade snow boots for flip-flops, because Christmas With the Kranks 2: Bahama Blunder is bringing the heat this holiday season.

Streaming exclusively on Netflix in December 2025, the long-awaited sequel reunites Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis as Luther and Nora Krank—only this time, they’re swapping suburban chaos for tropical mayhem.

🌴 After years of battling neighborhood expectations and holiday stress, the Kranks decide to escape it all with a Christmas getaway to the Bahamas.

But paradise proves anything but peaceful. Their luggage mysteriously disappears, wild beach parties spiral out of control, and eccentric island locals stir up suspicion.

Just when they think things couldn’t get worse, an unexpected family arrival throws their plans into full-blown festive disaster.

✨ With tan lines replacing snowflakes, cocktails standing in for cocoa, and palm trees decked out in tinsel, Bahama Blunder delivers the same slapstick charm and heartfelt humor that made the original a holiday classic—this time with a sun-soaked twist. It’s a reminder that no matter where you go, Christmas has a way of finding you.

🎬 Packed with laugh-out-loud moments, tropical misadventures, and a warm message about the importance of family, this sequel is poised to be the feel-good comedy of the season. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering the Kranks’ chaotic charm, this is one holiday escape you won’t want to miss.

📅 Christmas With the Kranks 2: Bahama Blunder streams December 2025—only on Netflix. Let the holiday meltdown begin!

Untold Story: Why Leslie Nielsen Was the Perfect Choice for Dorothy’s Final Chapter on The Golden Girls

When Leslie Nielsen first appeared as Lucas Hollingsworth in the two-part finale of The Golden Girls, fans expected laughs—and they got them.

But what they didn’t expect was the emotional depth that followed. As Lucas held Dorothy’s hand and proposed marriage, the room fell silent. The moment was tender, sincere, and unforgettable. It marked the end of an era, and Nielsen was the perfect man to close it.

So why was he chosen?

Behind the scenes, the writers knew they needed someone special to send off Bea Arthur’s character, Dorothy Zbornak, with dignity and heart. Arthur had decided to leave the show after seven seasons, and the finale needed to reflect her journey—from sarcasm and skepticism to love and vulnerability.

Enter Leslie Nielsen: a comedy legend known for his deadpan delivery in films like Airplane! and The Naked Gun, but also a classically trained actor with dramatic chops.

According to writer and producer Mitchell Hurwitz, the goal was to give Dorothy a “fitting tribute”. Nielsen’s charm, warmth, and comedic timing made him the ideal match. His character, Lucas, was Blanche’s uncle—an unexpected connection that allowed for a quirky setup. B

lanche tricks Dorothy and Lucas into going on a date, and when they discover the ruse, they decide to prank her back by pretending to fall in love. But the joke turns real, and Dorothy finally finds the love she’d been missing all along.

Fans were moved by the chemistry between Arthur and Nielsen. Their scenes balanced humor with heartfelt emotion, and Nielsen’s presence gave Dorothy the graceful exit she deserved. The wedding scene, with Blanche, Rose, and Sophia watching tearfully, became one of the most iconic moments in the show’s history.

Even decades later, viewers still talk about how perfect Nielsen was in that role. He wasn’t just a guest star—he was the final piece in Dorothy’s story. And for a show that celebrated friendship, aging, and second chances, his casting was a masterstroke.

Pat Sajak’s Daughter Reveals Shocking Truth About Ryan Seacrest’s Role on Wheel of Fortune

In a twist that’s stirring up game show fans everywhere, Maggie Sajak—daughter of longtime Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak—has weighed in on Ryan Seacrest’s future with the iconic series, and her comments have sparked a wave of speculation.

Seacrest officially stepped into the hosting role in 2024, following Pat Sajak’s retirement after more than four decades at the helm.

But just one year later, rumors are swirling that Seacrest’s tenure may be shorter than expected. According to reports, Maggie Sajak is being considered as a potential replacement if Seacrest fails to renew his contract.

Maggie, who has served as the show’s social media correspondent since 2021, has become a fan favorite in her own right.

Her growing presence on set and behind-the-scenes influence have led many to believe she’s being groomed for a larger role. While neither Seacrest nor the show’s producers have confirmed the rumors, Maggie’s involvement has added fuel to the fire.

Adding to the drama, an insider claimed that Pat Sajak himself may be considering a return to the show. “The truth is he never wanted to leave in the first place,” the source said. “They forced his hand, and now he wants his old job back”. If true, this revelation could shake up the show’s future even more.

For now, Seacrest remains the official host, but the behind-the-scenes tension and Maggie’s rising profile have fans watching closely.

Whether it’s a passing rumor or a sign of major change, one thing is clear: Wheel of Fortune is spinning into a new era—and the next move could be its most surprising yet.

40 Years Ago Today: The Golden Girls Made Television History With Its Iconic Debut

On September 14, 1985, television audiences were introduced to four unforgettable women who would redefine what it meant to be golden.

The Golden Girls, starring Bea Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan, and Estelle Getty, premiered on NBC with its pilot episode titled “The Engagement”—and comedy history was made.

Written by Susan Harris and directed by Jay Sandrich, the episode set the tone for what would become one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time. The story begins with Blanche Devereaux (McClanahan) receiving a surprise marriage proposal from her new boyfriend, Harry.

The news sends Rose Nylund (White) into a spiral of worry, fearing she’ll lose her home since Blanche owns the house they all share. Meanwhile, Dorothy Zbornak (Arthur) is dealing with her own upheaval: her mother Sophia Petrillo (Getty) arrives unexpectedly after her retirement home, Shady Pines, burns down.

The pilot not only introduced viewers to the witty banter and heartfelt dynamics that would define the series—it also marked Estelle Getty’s breakout moment. Originally intended as a recurring character, Sophia’s fiery personality and comedic timing resonated so strongly with test audiences that she was quickly promoted to a main role.

The episode was a ratings smash, drawing over 44 million viewers and earning critical acclaim for its sharp writing and emotional depth. It won an Emmy for Outstanding Technical Direction and earned Susan Harris a nomination for Outstanding Writing.

Forty years later, The Golden Girls remains a cultural touchstone, celebrated for its humor, heart, and groundbreaking portrayal of older women living vibrant, independent lives. And it all started with a proposal, a fire, and four women who became legends.

Happy’s Place Upcoming Season 2 Guest Stars Prove The Show Is One Of NBC’s Best

Happy’s Place season 2 will welcome three comedy legends as guest stars, proving that the sitcom is one of NBC’s best. Happy’s Place stars Reba McEntire as Bobbie McAllister, who’s now half-owner of her father Happy’s Tennessee bar, which bears the same name as the show itself. The other half belongs to her half-sister, Isabella (Belissa Escobedo), who Bobbie only found out about after Happy died.

Happy’s Place also features McEntire’s Reba co-star, Melissa Peterman as Gabby the bartender, her real-life love Rex Linn as Emmett the cook, Pablo Castelblanco as Steve the accountant, and Tokala Black Elk as Takoda the waiter. When it returns in the fall, Happy’s Place season 2 will include three incredible guest stars, which prove that the show won’t suffer a sophomore slump.

Happy’s Place Season 2 Legendary Guest Stars Give The Show Credibility

According to Deadline, Happy’s Place season 2 will welcome comedy legends Christopher Lloyd, Carol Kane, and Cheri Oteri to the show. Saturday Night Live alum Oteri will take on the role of Monica, a health inspector appointed to Happy’s Place, who takes her job very seriously.

Back to the Future Star Lloyd will portray Clive, who loses his phone at the bar and returns to get it back, while Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt star Kane will play Theresa, a free spirit who seeks justice and excitement, and is also Clive’s wife.

Their appearance will be a Taxi reunion, as Lloyd played the Reverend Jim “Iggy” Ignatowski and Kane was Simka Gravas, the wife of Latka (Andy Kaufman) on the classic TV series, which aired on ABC from 1978 to 1982, and then on NBC from 1982 to 1983. They each won two Emmy Awards for these roles.

These three guest stars are comedy gold, and they give Happy’s Place credibility as a bona fide sitcom. It’s one of only two NBC sitcoms airing in the fall 2025 season, the other being St. Denis Medical. Happy’s Place had a strong first season, and now these season 2 guest stars prove that it’s one of NBC’s best shows. Lloyd, Kane, and Oteri are beloved stars with long and successful careers, and the fact that they’d appear on Happy’s Place says a lot about the show.

Happy’s Place Season 1 Welcomed Some Beloved Stars

Happy’s Place season 1 featured two other stars from Reba as guest stars. Steve Howey, who was Reba’s son-in-law Van on Reba, played Danny, Gabby’s friend, while Christopher Rich, who played her ex-husband Brock on Reba, portrayed tattoo artist Maverick.

While these guest appearances were sweet nods to Reba, the addition of Lloyd, Kane, and Oteri to the Happy’s Place cast will establish it as more than just a nostalgic trip down memory lane for Reba fans. It now has the opportunity to take its place as a successful sitcom in its own right. Happy’s Place season 2’s guest stars prove that it’s one of NBC’s best shows.

Happy’s Place season 2 premieres on Friday, November 7 at 8 p.m. EDT on NBC.

Source: Deadline

Reba McEntire is engaged to her Happy’s Place costar Rex Linn after 5 years of dating

The couple confirmed the news while walking the red carpet at the 2025 Emmys.

Rex Linn and Reba McEntire at the 2025 Emmys. Credit:Amy Sussman/Getty

Country music superstar Reba McEntire and actor Rex Linn are engaged after five years of dating.

The couple, who first met in the early 1990s and reconnected decades later, revealed their impending nuptials during an interview with E! News on the red carpet for the 2025 Emmy Awards, with correspondent Zuri Hall introducing Rex, 68, as as the fiancé of McEntire, 70.

A representative for McEntire confirmed the happy news to Entertainment Weekly and declined to comment further.

McEntire, who appeared at the 77th annual Emmys to perform a special tribute to The Golden Girls, met Linn while making the 1991 movie The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw. They began dating in 2020, with the two reconnecting after the death of McEntire’s mother and spending the COVID-19 pandemic together.

“When Mama got sick, he called me,” the actress and country singer told Today in 2021. “We’d gotten to see each other before because we’re both on Young Sheldon. So starting in March of 2020, we just kept talking and visiting and finally got together, see each other in June. We’ve been pretty much inseparable ever since.”

Indeed, Linn costars on McEntire’s latest sitcom, Happy’s Place, about a woman (McEntire) who inherits her late father’s restaurant. Linn plays Emmett, the restaurant’s long-term cook. The series also marks a reunion between McEntire and her Reba castmate Melissa Peterman, who plays her surprise half-sister.

Rex Linn and Reba McEntire on ‘Happy’s Place’.Casey Durkin/NBC via Getty

Speaking to PEOPLE last year about working with McEntire, Linn said, “Every once in a while, I’ll sneak by for a quick kiss, just a peck on the cheek and keep on moving. It’s fun.”

“I do that with her too,” quipped Peterman, though she admittedly does not get the “same reaction.”

McEntire was previously married to music manager Narvel Blackstock from 1989 to 2015 and cattle rancher Charlie Battles from 1976 to 1987.

‘The Drew Carey Show’: Catch Up With the Beloved Cast!

Plus, learn which two stars would go on to work together again.

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From 1995 to 2004, viewers were treated to a television sitcom that revolved around the retail office and home life of “everyman” Drew Carey on The Drew Carey Show. Although set in the actor’s native Cleveland, Ohio, and while the real-life comedian and TV character shared the same name, the fictionalized version was assistant director of personnel at Winfred-Louder, a Cleveland department store.

Alas, the TV Drew was stuck in the same job for 10 years and his life was fairly mundane. Drinking beer, fighting with co-worker Mimi and unable to get dates was his daily existence, but his saving grace was the fact that he and a few friends ran a small micro brewery out of his garage, selling Buzz Beer, a caffeinated alcoholic drink. So popular was the Buzz brew, that it began to be the drink of choice at the group’s hangout, The Warsaw Tavern.

Carey has explained that his character is what he himself would have been if he had not become an actor.

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For a time, The Drew Carey Show — which ran for a total of 234 episodes — was enormously popular, resulting in a who’s who of guest stars, including Shirley Jones, Pauley Perrette (prior to NCIS), Eddie Money, Tim Allen, Norm MacDonald, Joe Walsh, Wayne Brady, Jamie Lee Curtis, Steve Buscemi, Wanda Sykes, Micky Dolenz, Jenny McCarthy, Tim Conway and Bob Costas. Even Donald Trump appeared as himself in Season 2’s “New York and Queens” episode.

The secret of the comedy sauce, of course, was the ensemble that was brought together, which leads to this look at the five main cast members who made us laugh week after week for nine years.

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Cleveland, Ohio is the place where Drew Carey first gained stardom and recognition after years of doing stand-up routines, which he would perform both there and in Los Angeles.

In 1985 he won an open mic contest followed by his first national exposure in the form of the Star Search competition series. After that, a guardian angel named Johnny Carson came to him in 1991, allowing him to perform on The Tonight Show. His routine impressed Carson so much that he invited Carey to the couch next to his desk — which was deemed a really big deal.

While still starring on The Drew Carey Show, he began hosting the American version of the improv comedy series Who’s Line Is It Anyway?. In turn, his skill at improv and hosting led to a call from CBS to replace the retiring Bob Barker as host of The Price Is Right.

While best known for his television work, Carey has done a limited number of films such as The Coneheads and Geppetto, plus he’s participated in The Masked Singer and Celebrity Wheel of Fortune.

Besides hosting and entertaining, Carey is an avid soccer fan and attended both the 2006 and 2010 FIFA World Cup games.

Carey has been open in regards to his bouts with severe depression. “I still get depressed, just like everyone else,” he commented, “but it’s not as bad as before. Just because you’re a celebrity, it doesn’t mean bad things don’t happen to you or you don’t have bad days. Everybody’s a person.”

As he regularly says while signing off of The Price is Right, “I’m a regular guy from Cleveland.”

Diedrich Bader as Oswald Lee Harvey: The Drew Carey Show

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Excitable, dimwitted Oswald Lee Harvey (an obvious backwards play on words) was portrayed by actor and comedian Diedrich Bader for the entire length of the show’s run.

A frequent television guest star, beyond The Drew Carey Show he’s had recurring or starring roles on Danger Theatre (1993), Center of the Universe (2005 to 2005), Outsourced (2010 to 2011), Save Me (2013), Veep (2014 to 2019), American Housewife (2016 to 2021), Better Things (2016 to 2022) and Lucky Hank (2023). And while he’s voiced many animated characters, he’s probably best known for vocally creating Batman on Batman: The Brave and the Bold (2008 to 2011) and Harley Quinn (2019 to the present).

Born in Alexandria, Virginia, he moved with his family at age two to Paris, France. It was there that he developed a love for movie legends like Fred Astaire and Charlie Chaplin. In fact, on a fateful afternoon, when one of Chaplin’s movie reels burned in the theater’s projector, a four year-old Bader hopped on stage and entertained the crowd with a spot-on imitation of Chaplin’s Little Tramp character. He received a standing ovation, which set the course for the rest of his life – perform and entertain.

By the time he was in high school, the family had returned to the States where a casting director noticed Bader during a spring break in Sante Fe, New Mexico. Local auditions led the ambitious wannabe to move to Los Angeles and try his luck. He did land guest spots on many series, including Cheers, Quantum Leap, Star Trek: The Next Generation and others.

Bader’s tongue-in-cheek delivery during one of his auditions was so enjoyed by filmmaker Penelope Spheeris that she hired him for the feature film version of The Beverly Hillbillies she directed. It was after his Hillbillies dual role as twins that he returned to television for The Drew Carey Show.

Christa Miller as Kate O’Brien

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Christa started off as a toddler being photographed by the famed Francesco Scavullo for an Ivory Snow ad alongside her mother, already a 60s supermodel. She was sidelined early on when a benign bone tumor had to be removed. Although she returned to modeling briefly, she decided to give it up when she moved to Los Angeles in 1990 to pursue her acting ambitions.

Her first foray into showbiz was on Kate & Allie which just so happened to star her real life aunt, Susan St. James. Other guest starring roles on Northern Exposure, Party of Five, Fresh Prince of Bel Air and Seinfeld followed. Actually, it was her second appearance on Seinfeld that brought her into Drew Carey’s world when that series’ co-creator/writer Larry David helped Miller win over the producers of The Drew Carey Show.

Post Drew, Miller’s husband, Bill Lawrence, created a new comedy, Scrubs, and his wife was given a guest role which became a recurring one. In 2009, Christa began starring on Cougar Town alongside Courteney Cox — another sitcom created and produced by her husband, which ran until 2015.

When not appearing in front of a camera, Christa is mom to three kids.

Ryan Stiles as Lewis Kiniski: The Drew Carey Show

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Erudite but unambitious janitor at DrugCo., Lewis was one of Drew’s best friends on The Drew Carey Show. Born in Seattle, Washington, Ryan Stiles moved with his family to Vancouver, British Columbia. Leaving high school just shy of graduation, he embarked on a series of stand-up appearances at clubs near his home, which eventually led to him performing with the Second City comedy troupe in Toronto and, later, Los Angeles.

In 1989, Stiles was a regular on Britain’s version of Whose Line Is It Anyway? and remained until its conclusion in 1998. Receiving critical praise while growing a devoted fan base, in 1995 he was asked by Drew Carey to be a regular on the then-upcoming sitcom.

As an actor, comedian and producer, whose work is often associated with improv comedy, other film and television roles soon followed, though he returned as a performer and executive producer for the revival of Whose Line Is It Anyway? in the summer of 2013. Although he had been compared to a giraffe — due to his towering height and lanky frame — on that show, he thrilled audiences with his spot-on impersonations of Carol Channing and John Wayne.

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Co-worker Mimi Bobeck is a large woman with a clownish wardrobe, lots of makeup (including her trademark bright blue eye shadow) and a genuine dislike for Drew . Yet as popular as Mimi was, Kathy Kinney’s first memorable TV role was actually as the recurring Ms. Goddard, town librarian on Newhart.

Kathy started her showbiz career as a secretary at WCBS-TV in New York in the early 80s while pursuing comedic acting and improv.

Over the years, Kinney continually worked as a character actress with appearances in a number of movies and on several TV series, including Full House and Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, where she and Carey played goofy bad guys.

Seattle Sounders owner Drew Carey revealed as a contestant on The Masked Singer

Who knew Sounders FC owner Drew Carey could sing?

The host of The Price of Right since 2007, Carey showed he’s got some serious musical chops on FOX’s hit television program, The Masked Singer.

Last night, Carey was revealed as the Llama on the hit television program, which challenges a panel of judges to guess which celebrity is performing popular songs while hidden away under different costumes.

Prior to each masked celebrity performing their first song, a video reel continuing a set of clues is aired. For the Llama, one of the hints had to do with the City of Seattle, leading to Ken Jeong guessing well-known Seattle native, and his former co-star on Community, Joel McHale.

 

As Carey revealed once he was unmasked, the Seattle clue was a nod to his ownership stake in Seattle Sounders FC, even giving the club a shout out for winning the 2019 MLS Cup.

“I’m in Seattle all the time because I own part of the Seattle Sounders soccer team,” he said. “We just won the MLS championship by the way!”

Carey performed “She Bangs” by Ricky Martin and “It’s Not Unusual” by Tom Jones before he was ultimately unmasked on last night’s episode.

Drew Carey’s Journey From Cleveland’s Hardship to Hosting The Price Is Right

Before Drew Carey became the charismatic face of The Price Is Right, his life in Cleveland was far from the glitz and glamour of daytime television.

Born in 1958 and raised in the Old Brooklyn neighborhood, Carey’s early years were marked by loss, struggle, and emotional isolation.

At just eight years old, Carey lost his father to a brain tumor—a tragedy that cast a long shadow over his childhood.

His mother, Beulah Carey, worked two jobs to support Drew and his two older brothers, leaving little time or resources for emotional support. Carey later admitted that his family couldn’t afford therapy, and he spent much of his adolescence feeling depressed and disconnected.

School offered little refuge. Carey attended Kent State University but was expelled twice due to poor academic performance.

At one point, he described himself as being at rock bottom. It was during this period that he turned to self-help books like Your Erroneous Zones and University of Success, which helped shift his mindset and sparked a desire to reinvent himself.

That reinvention began with a stint in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, followed by odd jobs ranging from bank teller to waiter.

But it was comedy that ultimately became his lifeline. Encouraged by a friend, Carey began writing jokes and performing at open-mic nights. His breakthrough came in 1991 with an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, which launched his career into the national spotlight.

Today, as the beloved host of The Price Is Right, Carey brings warmth, humor, and relatability to millions of viewers. But behind the smile is a man who overcame deep personal hardship—and whose journey from Cleveland’s quiet pain to Hollywood’s bright lights is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the healing power of laughter.

‘Jeopardy’ host Ken Jennings was nearly ‘stabbed’ with a knife — then it took an unusual turn

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While the game of “Jeopardy!” is serious, it doesn’t stop its makers from having fun around the set and behind the scenes. During the season break, the show has shared many blooper videos and funny outtakes, much to the delight of fans. However, one such trendy reel almost went wrong after Ken Jennings barely “escaped the knife.” In an old video from the show’s “Is it real or is it cake?” challenge, Jennings himself was put to the test, and he, in fact, turned out to be cake!
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In the video, the game show joined in on the viral trend to find out if everyday objects, like the different elements on set, were real or cake. The cameraman first took the knife to the contestant’s podium to see if it was real or cake. As expected, the podium turned out to be real and solid.

Next, the hand with the knife was seen turning to the host’s lectern, which, like the podium, turned out to be real. The next to be tested was the show’s iconic buzzer, which wasn’t cake either. At this point, viewers were wondering if anything on the show’s set was cake at all, and that is when a twist happened.
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The cameraman then turned his attention to the show’s host. As the text on the screen read, “Let’s try Ken Jennings,” the knife approached the host who was standing at the podium, minding his business. As soon as Jennings saw the weapon, he let out a scream. Shockingly, the video then transitioned to reveal that Jennings wasn’t real at all, but cake. A photo of him was put on a red velvet cake, with white and blue frosting. As the knife cut into the “Ken Jennings cake,” a voice said, “Wow, it’s cake! Yum!”

While it was obviously a joke, viewers of the show decided to play along. Fans on Reddit recently brought the old clip back to the limelight and carried the joke forward.  “Ken Jennings was cake this whole time? Bloody, meaty, screaming cake!” a user, @KentuckyFriedEel, joked on the thread. “Uh, I think you’re skipping over a few things that happened in the middle there, but all’s well that ends well, I guess,” added @DataDrivenPirate.
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Viewers in the comments of the YouTube clip also dragged on the joke to make it funnier. “Wow, I can’t believe Ken is actually cake. How do they get the cake to speak, though? Is there a speaker in the cake that reads off the questions? Technology these days will never cease to amaze me,” wrote @sabermoonlight. “You tricked me, I thought you were really gonna do the real Ken Jennings, but looks like it was just a cake with a picture on it,” added @Scerenebutterfly with some deadpan delivery.