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Miami Girl! Vegas Fight! Schwartz and Sandoval Reveal 'Pump Rules' Regrets

Before you go forward, you must go back? Ahead of season 9 of Vanderpump Rules , Tom Schwartz and Tom Sandoval are revisiting old episodes of the hit series (and more Bravo classics) on their show, Watch Party With Tom & Tom. ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Cast: Then and Now Read article “We’re basically watching old classic episodes o f Vanderpump Rules, Summer House, Southern Charm and The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City . We’re doing themes and cocktails and hanging out with some hardcore Bravoholics and bringing some special guests,” Sandoval, 38, exclusively told Us Weekly . Schwartz, also 38, added that it was “dangerously fun” to film with his longtime costar and friend. “It was overall therapeutic, but I’m still sort of unpacking some trauma from watching episodes that I’ve never seen before,” he said. “So I think it’ll be interesting for people to watch along and watch me suffer — me in particular.” Speaking of Schwartz’s less-than-stellar moments, the TomTom co-owners took...

JoJo Siwa: I Won't Hide My Past Dance Training on 'DWTS'

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JoJo Siwa Scott Kirkland/Shutterstock Facing her challenges! JoJo Siwa may have prior dance experience, but she doesn’t consider it helpful as she prepares to compete on season 30 of Dancing With the Stars . Who's Back? Who's Out? Everything to Know About 'DWTS' Season 30 Read article “I’m not gonna hide that I’m a dancer. I was a dancer my whole life,” Siwa, 18, told Entertainment Tonight on Monday, August 30. “Am I very out of practice? Absolutely. I perform all the time, but it’s different, you know? I don’t have to strengthen my legs, and ballroom is different. I’ve never taken ballroom.” After the singer was announced as one of the contestants for the upcoming season of DWTS , some fans questioned whether Siwa’s past on Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition and her involvement in Dance Moms makes her too experienced for her new gig. While the performer admitted that her experience will “help me in a way,” she also acknowledged that she will be at a “disadva...

‘Survivor’ Winners Through the Years: Where Are They Now?

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It’s not an easy game — but someone’s got to play it! Survivor first debuted in 2000, quickly becoming a fan-favorite and ratings juggernaut for CBS. The reality series, which awards one sole Survivor the $1 million each season after lasting 39 days outside, has come a long way over the years. Host Jeff Probst , who has been at the show’s helm since the premiere, has been open to changes as well, with formatting, twists and new locations constantly being added in​​​. Additionally, the show isn’t without its controversies . In 2019, the series faced the #MeToo movement head-on when castaway Kellee Kim accused Dan Spilo of inappropriate touching. He was first warned and later sent home . “It’s an unprecedented and unfortunate situation that is still very raw for a lot of the players and fans. We are all trying to learn from it,” Probst, 58, told Entertainment Weekly . “We will definitely be using the lessons learned from the Dan situation as a guide in how to handle similar situa...

'HFTRR': Jessenia Explains Pre-'BiP' Relationships With Chris and Ivan

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The story behind the Polaroid! Bachelor Nation put Jessenia Cruz in the hot seat after photos surfaced of her hanging out with Chris Conran before filming season 7 of Bachelor in Paradise, but what really happened during their San Diego outing? Us Weekly is breaking it all down on Here for the Right Reasons . Bachelor Nation Stars Accused of Having Relationships Pre-Show Read article “Besides having been on the show before at one point, the only relation that we really have is Katie [Thurston] . Katie had just got back from filming The Bachelorette and she wanted to come spend some downtime in San Diego, so she invited whoever could go to go. I personally wanted to just go see Katie,” Jessenia, 28, exclusively told Us after the Monday, August 30, episode of BiP , noting she met some people “for the first time,” including costar Tammy Ly , at the May meet-up. The Texas native added that she and Chris, 28, were “hanging out in group settings,” explaining, “We had dinner or lun...

Mike Richards Out as 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' Executive Producer

Update on August 31: Sony Pictures Television informed staff on Tuesday, August 31, that Richards will also step down as executive producer. Stars Fired From Reality Shows Through the Years Read article “I’m writing to let you know that Mike will no longer be serving as EP of Wheel and Jeopardy! effective immediately,” Suzanne Prete , EVP of business and strategy at both shows, said in a memo sent to staff. “We had hoped that when Mike stepped down from the host position at Jeopardy! it would have minimized the disruption and internal difficulties we have all experienced these last few weeks. That clearly has not happened.” Original story, posted August 20: He’s out! Following multiple controversies, Jeopardy! executive producer-turned-host Mike Richards is stepping away. Richards, 46, announced his exit in an internal memo on Friday, August 20, Us Weekly can confirm. Guest hosts will continue to be at the helm of the show until a permanent replacement is found. “It pains...

Welcome to Plathville's Ethan and Olivia Explain Family Feud Origins

Their side of the story. During season 3 of Welcome to Plathville , Ethan Plath and his wife, Olivia Plath , have been having some difficulties in their marriage — and they say it’s partly because of their ongoing feud with his parents , Kim and Barry Plath . ‘Welcome to Plathville’: Get to Know the Plath Family Read article “I would say definitely the stuff we had to sort through with my family really put a strain on our marriage ,” Ethan, 23, told Us Weekly exclusively on Tuesday, August 31. Olivia, also 23, added, “The family strain and all that drama just kind of put pressure on us . In the early stages of when we were just getting to know each other.” The couple, who tied the knot in 2018, have had a tension-filled relationship with Ethan’s parents since their wedding. According to Olivia, the drama started when the duo first got engaged. “When we were dating, I knew that I was being controlled in what we were allowed to do, what we’re allowed to say,” the photographer ex...

Demi Comes Between Kenny and Mari on ‘BiP’ as Multiple Romances Implode

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A hurricane of drama! Relationships fell apart all over the beach during the Monday, August 30, episode of Bachelor in Paradise . Chasen Nick and Chris Conran arrived with a double date card. Jessenia Cruz was excited to see Chris because he and Ivan Hall were the two men she wanted to meet . Ivan was confident in his relationship but Jessenia surprised him when she agreed to go out with Chris. Chasen, meanwhile, asked Deandra Kanu to join him. The foursome did intimacy exercises during the outing, which quickly bonded Chris and Jessenia. They ended up kissing after she revealed that she had a spark with Chris that she was missing with Ivan. When they returned from the date, Jessenia told Ivan that they could not overcome their lack of chemistry, so they broke up. Karl Smith was upset that Deandra went on the date too, but he tried to impress her when she came back by giving her a charm bracelet. She appreciated the gift, but Chasen interrupted them multiple times, creating te...