Mariska Hargitay, the beloved star of Law & Order: SVU, recently opened up about a deeply personal family truth in her new documentary, “My Mom Jayne”. For more than 30 years, she believed her father was Mickey Hargitay, the Hungarian-American actor and former Mr. Universe who raised her. But in her twenties, Mariska discovered her biological father is actually Nelson Sardelli, an Italian-born entertainer from Las Vegas.

The discovery came after she noticed a striking resemblance to Sardelli and decided to ask questions. Despite learning this, Mariska has always stayed loyal to Mickey, who passed away in 2006. In the documentary, she shares the emotional moment she met Sardelli for the first time at one of his shows in Atlantic City when she was 30. Sardelli was moved to tears, saying he had waited decades for that day. Mariska, while touched, told him she didn’t need anything from him because she already had a father.

Over time, she built a relationship with Sardelli and even met her half-sisters, who appear in the film. The documentary also explores the life of her mother, Jayne Mansfield, a famous actress of the 1950s whose life was full of both glamour and tragedy. Jayne died in a car accident when Mariska was just three years old.

Through “My Mom Jayne”, Mariska invites viewers into her complex family story, showing how she’s come to embrace her past and honor both her mother’s legacy and her own journey. The film includes interviews with family members, giving a full picture of her life and roots. The documentary will be available to stream on HBO Max starting June 27, 2025.

After over a decade of silence, the Final Destination franchise has returned with a loud, bloody bang—and audiences can’t seem to get enough of it. Final Destination: Bloodlines, the sixth film in the iconic horror series, premiered on May 16, 2025, and it wasted no time climbing to the top of the box office. Within its first weekend alone, the movie raked in a staggering $51 million in the U.S. and matched that with another $51 million from international markets, pushing its global debut past the $100 million mark.

This isn’t just good news—it’s historic. Bloodlines has officially become the franchise’s most successful opening ever, surpassing the 2009 installment, The Final Destination. That’s a huge deal for a horror series that has been around for more than two decades and was at risk of fading into memory.

Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, Bloodlines isn’t just another rehash of the same formula. It takes fans back in time while introducing something new. The story centers around Stefanie, a college student haunted by intense nightmares. When she returns home, she begins to uncover the disturbing truth behind her family’s dark history, dating all the way back to 1968. That year, an eerie event tied to Death’s strange pattern kicked off a series of tragedies that continue to echo into the present.

One of the film’s standout moments is the return of Tony Todd, who reprises his role as William Bludworth.

Longtime fans will recognize him as the creepy, all-knowing mortician who’s been a major piece of the puzzle since the original film. In Bloodlines, he makes what’s expected to be his final appearance in the series—a farewell that’s both chilling and emotional.

Fans and critics alike have been giving the film plenty of praise. It currently holds a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and earned a solid B+ score from moviegoers in CinemaScore polls. Most people are especially thrilled with how the film delivers the creatively brutal and jaw-dropping death scenes the series is known for, but with a fresh spin that doesn’t feel recycled.

A big part of the movie’s early success also comes from its marketing. The official trailer exploded online with nearly 179 million views in just 24 hours—second only to It (2017) in horror trailer history. That buzz clearly carried over into ticket sales. Still, Bloodlines isn’t in the clear just yet. It’s going head-to-head with other big releases soon, including Tom Cruise’s highly anticipated Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning and Disney’s live-action Lilo & Stitch. But with the momentum it has right now, there’s a good chance it’ll keep riding high.

SHINee is preparing for an emotional and powerful return to the music scene with a brand-new single titled Poet | Artist, set to drop on May 25, 2025. The release isn’t just another comeback—it’s deeply personal. It lands on the group’s 17th debut anniversary and carries the name of late member Jonghyun’s posthumous album, making it a meaningful tribute that has already stirred deep feelings among fans.

This will be SHINee’s first official group comeback since members Taemin and Onew left SM Entertainment, and it’s clear the group is determined to honor their roots while moving forward together. The new album includes a touching detail: plush dolls representing each of the five members—including Jonghyun. These soft, symbolic items come with photocards and have already sparked emotional reactions across the fanbase. In the trailer called Fluffy SHINee, fans saw a powerful moment where the four current members hold Jonghyun’s plush doll in a group embrace.

The group’s fans, known as SHAWOLs, have taken over social media with messages celebrating this comeback. Many are expressing love for Jonghyun and appreciation for SHINee’s decision to center him in such a personal way. Back in 2018, Jonghyun’s solo album Poet | Artist showcased his signature style and emotional depth. It included 11 tracks that moved between electropop, R&B, synth-pop, and ballads. He wrote and composed most of the songs himself. The album even earned a spot on the US Billboard 200 chart.