Director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson explains why the duo’s scene—originally planned as the film’s opening—was ultimately left on the cutting room floor.

The I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot sequel boasts a fresh ensemble cast, including rising stars Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders, Sarah Pidgeon, Tariq Weathers, and Jonah Hauer-King. However, fans won’t see two previously announced actors, Lola Tung and Nicholas Alexander Chavez, in the final version—and Robinson has opened up about why.

In an exclusive interview with People, Robinson revealed that Tung and Chavez filmed what was meant to be the movie’s opening sequence. But during editing, she realized the scene, while strong on its own, didn’t mesh with the rest of the film.

“Every filmmaker goes in with a vision, but sometimes in the editing room, you have to make tough calls,” Robinson explained. “I loved their scene in isolation—it was fantastic. But when you see the bigger picture, it just didn’t fit the flow of the story.”

She was quick to praise the actors, emphasizing that the decision had nothing to do with their performances. “Lola and Nicholas were incredible—total professionals. I’d jump at the chance to work with them again,” she said. “But in the grand scheme of the film, this particular moment didn’t serve the narrative.”

Robinson admitted cutting the scene was a difficult choice. “It’s never easy telling actors their work won’t make the final cut, especially when they did such a great job,” she added. “Sometimes you fall in love with a scene, but if it doesn’t elevate the movie as a whole, you have to let it go.”

At the film’s Los Angeles premiere, Robinson told Variety that both actors took the news graciously. “They were so understanding and professional about it,” she said, before hinting, “Who knows? Maybe we’ll see them in a sequel.”

This new installment serves as a follow-up to both the 1997 original and its 1998 sequel, I Still Know What You Did Last Summer. The story follows a new group of friends (played by Cline, Wonders, Pidgeon, Weathers, and Hauer-King) as they confront a dark secret from their past.

Franchise veterans Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt reprise their iconic roles, but one key star from the original—Sarah Michelle Gellar—won’t be returning, despite Robinson’s best efforts.

“I tried everything—even pitched some wild ideas to bring her back,” Robinson admitted to Entertainment Weekly. “I said, ‘What if you faked your death and were hiding all this time?’ But Sarah joked, ‘Nope, I was frozen solid on-screen. I’m dead dead.’”

Fans can catch I Know What You Did Last Summer in theaters on July 18, 2025.

Nintendo has officially revealed the stars of its upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda film, sending fans into a frenzy. British actors Bo Bragason (21) and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth (16) will take on the iconic roles of Princess Zelda and Link, respectively.

The announcement came directly from Shigeru Miyamoto, Nintendo’s legendary game designer and the film’s producer, in a post on X (formerly Twitter). Alongside first-look images of the actors in costume, Miyamoto wrote:

“I’m thrilled to announce that Bo Bragason will play Princess Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will portray Link in our live-action adaptation. Both actors bring incredible talent to these beloved roles, and I can’t wait for audiences to see them on the big screen.”

The film, set to hit theaters on May 7, 2027, is being directed by Wes Ball (Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, The Maze Runner trilogy). The story will follow Link, the elf-like hero, and Princess Zelda, descendant of the goddess Hylia, as they battle to save the kingdom of Hyrule from the dark forces of Ganon.

Fan Reactions: Excitement and Debate

The casting news ignited social media, with most fans praising the choices.

• “We won! These two look perfect—I’ve never been more hyped for a movie,” tweeted one fan.
• “She already looks like royalty. Perfect Zelda,” another wrote about Bragason.
• Even Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys joined in, calling it “our generation’s Lord of the Rings.”

However, some were disappointed that fan-favorite Hunter Schafer (Euphoria) wasn’t cast as Zelda. One user clapped back: “Acting isn’t just about looking the part—it’s about skill. These two earned their roles.”

Who Are the New Stars?

While not yet household names, both actors have impressive resumes:

• Bo Bragason has appeared in BBC’s Three Girls and The Jetty, plus Disney+’s Renegade Nell.
• Benjamin Evan Ainsworth starred in Netflix’s The Haunting of Bly Manor and recently worked with Bryan Cranston in Everything’s Going to Be Great.

Produced by Miyamoto and Avi Arad (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse), with a script by T.S. Nowlin (Maze Runner), the film is a collaboration between Nintendo and Sony Pictures.

Are you excited for this adaptation? Let the countdown to 2027 begin!

Kelly Ripa isn’t holding back when it comes to her husband Mark Consuelos’ very persistent bedroom preference—morning sex. And she’s not a fan.

During a candid chat on the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, the Live with Kelly and Mark cohost joked about Consuelos’ unwavering enthusiasm for AM intimacy, calling it “disgusting” and “repulsive.”

“Men are morning people,” Ripa quipped after podcast host Amanda Hirsch admitted she’s “definitely not” into early-day action. But for Consuelos? It’s non-negotiable.

“He hasn’t learned, he’ll never learn,” Ripa said of her husband of nearly 30 years. “He’s a guy. He’s never going to learn.”

The couple’s morning routines don’t exactly set the mood, either. Between Ripa’s retainer and Consuelos’ nasal strips, she joked they’re at their “most repulsive, disgusting” state at dawn.

“That thing has a brain of its own, and it doesn’t see the retainer,” she laughed, adding, “I’m already pre-disgusted for tomorrow morning.”

Ripa even tried negotiating with Consuelos, telling him, “There needs to be a yin and yang here. It can’t always be your way—because 90% of the time, it is your way.”

Luckily, their shared Live hosting gig has (sort of) solved the problem. With brutal early call times, morning romps are now “almost repulsed” during the workweek.

“The greatest thing about this job? It’s like a miracle,” Ripa joked. “May this show last until he suffers from erectile dysfunction. He’s in his mid-50s now—shouldn’t that be happening? I was promised!”

Fans were eagerly hoping for a reunion between I Know What You Did Last Summer co-stars Sarah Michelle Gellar and Jennifer Love Hewitt at the recent premiere—but when the two didn’t appear together on the red carpet, speculation about a feud quickly spread. Gellar, however, was quick to set the record straight.

The original 1997 horror film’s star attended the event with her husband, Freddie Prinze Jr., who also appears in the new sequel alongside Hewitt. While Gellar posed for photos with Prinze and her former Buffy the Vampire Slayer co-star Seth Green, fans noticed her absence from any shots with Hewitt—leading to a wave of disappointed comments online.

The confusion only grew when Gellar shared a series of Instagram photos from the premiere, none of which included Hewitt. In her caption, she gushed about the film, its cast, and director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson (a close friend), but made no direct mention of Hewitt.

Fans quickly flooded the comments, asking, “Where’s Jennifer Love Hewitt?” and expressing sadness over the lack of acknowledgment. Some even speculated about tension between the two stars.

Minutes later, Gellar responded to clear the air. “For everyone asking—I never got to see @jenniferlovehewitt, who is fantastic in the movie,” she wrote. “I was inside with my kids during the main carpet, and unfortunately, JLH didn’t make it to the afterparty.”

She added, “If you’ve ever been to one of these events, you know how chaotic they are. I didn’t get pics with most of the cast, but that doesn’t change how amazing I think they all are. Sometimes things just don’t happen in real life the way they do online.”

This isn’t the first time Gellar has had to shut down feud rumors. Back in December 2024, a red carpet interview went viral after she appeared to dodge a question about Hewitt’s involvement in the sequel. When asked about Hewitt’s potential return, Gellar replied, “I have nothing to do with that,” before walking away—sparking a frenzy online.

At the time, Gellar clarified on Instagram that her reaction was due to an earlier slip-up involving an unauthorized set photo, not any tension with Hewitt. She even shared the official announcement of Hewitt’s return to the franchise, showing there was no bad blood.

Hewitt herself addressed the rumors in a podcast interview, laughing off old gossip that she and Gellar had clashed in the ’90s. “I root for her and Freddie—they’ve been married forever and have kids. It’s adorable,” she said. “It’s funny seeing what people make up.”

Fans can catch Hewitt and Prinze Jr. back in action when I Know What You Did Last Summer hits theaters this weekend.

Linda Thompson is giving fans an intimate look at her son Brody Jenner’s wedding to longtime love Tia Blanco. The emotional celebration took place at her Malibu home over the weekend, and the proud mother—and grandmother—took to Instagram to share touching moments from the special day.

Her post included a clip of Brody and Tia exchanging vows, sweet mother-son photos, snapshots with Brody’s brother Brandon Jenner, and adorable glimpses of the couple’s daughter, Honey, enjoying the festivities. There was even a snippet of their heartfelt mother-son dance, set to a song Linda wrote for Brody and Brandon years ago.

“As a mom, I’ve always dreamed of my sons finding true love and building a family of their own,” Thompson wrote. “On Saturday, July 12, @brodyjenner and @tiablanco made that dream come true.”

She went on to share the lyrics of the emotional song she penned for her boys:

• “That God will hear your prayer when you reach out in need,

That every cloud will disappear where angels lead.

Someone to love who loves you too—

This is what I wish for you…”*

The full lyrics expressed her hopes for their happiness, love, and a life filled with faith and kindness.

The wedding was a joyous affair, complete with dancing—including a fun moment when guests grooved to The Hills theme song, Unwritten. But the real star of the show might have been little Honey, who, according to Linda, “probably had more fun than anyone there.”

“It was such a beautiful wedding and an unforgettable celebration,” she added. “Tia was a stunning bride, standing beside her handsome groom, surrounded by their closest loved ones. I couldn’t be happier for them.”

While Caitlyn Jenner was reportedly among the 60-70 guests in attendance, Brody’s half-sisters Kylie and Kendall Jenner, though invited, did not make it to the celebration.

After the wedding, Brody shared his own reflections on Instagram Stories, posting fun clips and photos from the night. “Last night was truly special,” he wrote. “We had the best time celebrating our love with everyone who means the most to us. Thank you for making it a night we’ll never forget.”

Brody and Tia went public with their relationship in June 2022. Just seven months later, they announced they were expecting their first child, and Brody proposed at Tia’s baby shower in June 2023. Their daughter, Honey, was born the following month, making their wedding day an even sweeter milestone for the growing family.

Emma Watson, best known for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter films, has been banned from driving for six months after accumulating too many speeding penalties. The 35-year-old actress already had nine points on her license when she was caught driving 38 mph in a 30 mph zone in Oxford on July 31, 2024.

Watson, who had been pursuing a master’s degree in creative writing at the University of Oxford before leaving the program, is now working toward a PhD—which may explain why she was in the area at the time. She did not attend her court hearing but was ordered to pay a fine of approximately $1,400.

Her lawyer, Mark Haslam, stated, “She is prepared to pay the fine promptly.”

Interestingly, Watson wasn’t the only Harry Potter star facing speeding charges around the same time. Zoe Wanamaker, 76, who played Madam Hooch in the franchise, was caught driving 46 mph in a 40 mph zone on August 7, 2024—just a week after Watson’s offense. Like Watson, Wanamaker already had nine points on her license and also missed her court hearing.

Both actresses received identical fines, and District Judge Arvind Sharma added three more points to each of their licenses, resulting in an automatic six-month driving ban for both.

Comedian Pete Davidson and model Elsie Hewitt are preparing for their biggest role yet—parenthood! The couple announced they’re expecting their first child together, with Hewitt sharing the news in her signature humorous style.

A Playful Pregnancy Reveal

Hewitt took to Instagram to break the news, posting a series of sweet and candid photos with Davidson. Among them was a snapshot of the Saturday Night Live alum tenderly placing his hand on her growing bump, alongside a clip from their ultrasound appointment.

Her caption? “Welp, now everyone knows we had sex.”

According to sources, the baby is due this winter, and the couple is “over the moon” about the new addition. Friends say they’ve only recently started sharing the exciting update with loved ones.

A Fast-Moving Romance

Davidson, 30, and Hewitt, 29, went public with their relationship earlier this year after being photographed kissing in Palm Beach, Florida. Since then, they’ve been spotted at multiple events together, solidifying their status as one of Hollywood’s newest power couples.

Before dating Davidson, Hewitt was linked to music producer Benny Blanco, who is now engaged to Selena Gomez. Davidson, of course, is no stranger to high-profile romances, having dated stars like Kim Kardashian, Kate Beckinsale, and Ariana Grande—to whom he was briefly engaged in 2018.

Ariana Grande Coincidentally Trends on Same Day

In an amusing twist, Grande made headlines the same day as Davidson and Hewitt’s baby announcement. The pop star teased fans with a throwback video from the 2024 Met Gala, hinting at a possible 2025 tour.

“Very silly of you all to assume that just because I have my hands full with many things, I plan to abandon singing & music…!!!” she wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

As Davidson and Hewitt gear up for their new chapter, fans can’t help but wonder—will this relationship (and baby) be the one that sticks? Only time will tell!

Rob Kardashian was once a regular on Keeping Up With the Kardashians and even had his own spinoff, Rob & Chyna. But after Season 13 of the hit E! series, he stepped back from reality TV—and has mostly stayed out of the public eye since.

Now, the 38-year-old is opening up about his decision to leave the cameras behind. During a recent appearance on his sister Khloé Kardashian’s podcast (July 16 episode), Rob explained why he prefers a more private life.

“I don’t want to film if I’m not comfortable,” he admitted over the phone. “I’m not confident in myself right now, so why would I put myself on camera and let people in when that’s not what I want?”

Though he’s made a few brief appearances on Hulu’s The Kardashians, Rob has largely avoided reality TV since Rob & Chyna ended in 2016. He’s focused instead on raising his 8-year-old daughter, Dream, whom he shares with ex Blac Chyna.

But despite his absence from the show, Rob insists there’s no family drama behind his decision. “There’s nothing wrong between any of us,” he clarified. “It’s just about me and where I’m at in life.”

That doesn’t mean he’s closed the door on reality TV forever. “I enjoy filming when it feels positive and natural,” he said. “Being around my family is great—I just have to be in the right headspace for it.”

Rob also got personal about his love life, revealing he hasn’t been in a serious relationship since Dream was born. “I’ve been single for eight years,” he told Khloé. “I talk to people, but I’m not actively dating. It’s just not a priority for me.”

While he admits he should probably put himself out there more, Rob says he’s content focusing on fatherhood. “Unless something happens naturally, I’m not looking for it,” he added. “Right now, my energy goes to Dream.”

The Sex and the City star just dropped a long-awaited truth bomb about her past relationship with a famous co-star—and no, it’s not who you might expect.

During a candid chat on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Parker opened up about her love life, starting with the moment she knew her now-husband, Matthew Broderick, was “the one.”

“I remember getting into a car on East 10th Street, heading off to film a movie, and suddenly it hit me—I was in love with him,” she shared. “I just knew he was special from the start.”

Parker admitted she was the one who said “I love you” first, telling Cohen, “I figured I had nothing to lose.”

But just when things were getting sentimental, Cohen switched gears with a spicy question: “Did you date Nicolas Cage?”

After a brief pause, Parker confirmed the long-standing rumor: “Um, yes, I did.”

“Oh wow,” Cohen replied, clearly thrilled by the revelation. “We’ve got some catching up to do.”

The two starred together in the 1991 rom-com Honeymoon in Vegas, sparking dating rumors—though their romance was short-lived. By the next year, Parker was spotted with Broderick, and the couple tied the knot in 1997.

As for Cage? He’s been married five times since then.

Looks like this Hollywood mystery is finally solved!

Lala Kent is showing unwavering support for her friend Scheana Shay after the Vanderpump Rules star revealed in her upcoming memoir that her husband, Brock Davies, was unfaithful during her pregnancy.

The bombshell confession appears in Shay’s book, My Good Side, set for release on July 22. In an excerpt published by Glamour on July 10, Shay disclosed that Davies cheated in 2020 while she was expecting their daughter, Summer Moon.

Kent addressed the shocking revelation during the July 14 episode of her Give Them Lala podcast, admitting she had known about the affair—but not right away.

“Yes, I did [know], but not immediately,” Kent said. “When it came out, Scheana called me and said, ‘Just a heads-up—this article’s dropping tomorrow with the excerpt. I might need you in my corner. I’m really nervous.’”

Despite the painful subject, Kent applauded Shay for bravely sharing such a personal part of her life.

“I won’t repeat exactly what she told me—that’s between her and her husband,” Kent continued. “But the excerpt from her book was beautifully written. Really well done.”

While fans are still reeling from the news, Kent admitted it wasn’t as shocking to her, since she’d had time to process it privately. “Not that it’s my place to judge,” she added. “I’m not in their marriage.”

Still, Kent had some kind words for Davies, particularly about his role as a father to Summer Moon—and his bond with her own kids.

“Brock has been great—well, not always. We’ve had our issues, and I’ve called him out before. But lately, I’ve seen how involved he is with Summer, Ocean, and Sosa. He’s really stepped up.”

Kent, who shares 4-year-old Ocean with ex Randall Emmett and welcomed 10-month-old Sosa via IUI last year, reflected on growth and second chances.

“Life never goes exactly how we plan,” she said. “Looking back, there are so many moments where I think, ‘Man, I’d do that differently if I could.’ I know he feels the same way.”

Shay never addressed the affair on Vanderpump Rules, even after Davies confessed in 2023. On the July 4 episode of her podcast, Scheananigans, she explained why: “I was scared.”

“If I told people what I was really dealing with, they’d think I was trying to steal the spotlight from someone else’s drama,” Shay admitted.

“But in my book, it’s finally my turn. You’ll hear my side—the parts I’ve never shared before, in my own words, on my terms.”