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Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Golden retriever' guys are out. It's a 'black cat boyfriend' summer.
Gone are the days of the golden retriever boyfriend. It's time for the rise of the black cat. We've seen years of praise for the doe-eyed boys who woo their partners with doting affections and a bubbly energy that would be over-the-top if not so endearing. But when Will Sharpe's character Felix showed up in Lena Dunham's 'Too Much,' he didn't fit that archetype. Alone in a London dive bar, Jess (Megan Stalter) looks up from her drink to listen to his band, ironically named 'Felix and the Feelers.' Felix dons a busted denim jacket, his pitch-black wavy hair falling just over his right eye. He doesn't fall at her feet — he charms her, maybe unintentionally, with wit, but pulls away before unveiling his emotional side. He's not the only leading man with a chip on his shoulder. More viewers are starting to root for the emotionally complex men, like Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) in 'The Bear,' over the happy-go-lucky 'golden retriever' guys. Look no further than Jenny Han's 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' fan-favorite character, Conrad. The brooding older brother was Belly's first love. His emotional unavailability eventually lends itself to heartbreak on both sides, and Belly starts to date his brother, Jeremiah, the irresponsible, smiley frat bro. Han has hinted that the show may differ from the books' ending, but vocal fans online have been rooting for Conrad's redemption arc. He pulled away from her because he couldn't handle the immensity of his emotions, be it love for Belly or grief over his mom's death. But the fact that he's in therapy this season, confronting his issues, makes him all the more compelling. On Netflix's "Ginny and Georgia," Ginny dates the sweet, popular boy, but doesn't feel a romantic spark. It's her connection with her introverted neighbor, Marcus, that takes center stage throughout the show's three seasons. He's initially introduced as a nonchalant "bad boy" type, but as the series progresses, viewers get to know his sensitive, caring side — while also watching him struggle with depression and self-destructive behaviors. Viewers resonated with the show's depiction of Marcus' depression. They're still rooting for the couple to end up together, just once Marcus is further along on his healing journey. "I'm a hopeless lover of Ginny and Marcus. Sue me," one Redditor wrote. Men aren't a monolith — both "black cats" and "golden retrievers" can be multidimensional. But it seems viewers are pining after the brooding heartthrobs now more than ever. "There's a desire to get beyond the mystery and see what lies within," says psychotherapist Amy Morin. "We might think they'd be willing to be vulnerable if they were in a trusting, healthy relationship. We want to see the walls come down so we can learn more about how they really feel." Seeing men be vulnerable is 'breaking the masculine code' In January, a video of Bad Bunny crying went viral after his song "DTMF" blew up on TikTok, and the moment opened up a conversation around masculinity and emotion. 'Bad Bunny signals to young men that it's not only acceptable, but also healthy to confront and express their feelings, which is something that men and young boys haven't been taught to do,' Sheldon Jacobs, a licensed therapist who serves on the National Alliance on Mental Illness Board of Directors, previously told USA TODAY. 'It's really pushing and challenging those cultural norms.' Mental health experts say it's crucial for young boys and men to understand the importance of showing emotion, which can contribute to building long-lasting relationships and overall mental wellness. 'It's breaking the masculine code, stepping out of the man box, and saying, 'Yeah, I'm vulnerable,'" said Ronald Levant, a professor emeritus of psychology at The University of Akron and co-author of 'The Problem with Men: Insights on Overcoming a Traumatic Childhood from a World-Renowned Psychologist." We've always had a soft spot for the elusive 'bad boy' It would be remiss to talk about pensive sadboys without paying tribute to those who paved the way: Jess from 'Gilmore Girls,' Lucas from 'One Tree Hill,' Chuck from 'Gossip Girl,' Craig and Eli in 'Degrassi: The Next Generation.' We've always had a soft spot for the troubled or quiet boy with a good heart, who feels too much that they attempt to shut down any feelings at all. Female leads have long had to choose between the elusive bad boy and the seemingly sensible choice. Take 'The Vampire Diaries,' for example. Stefan, a vampire too gentle to drink human blood, eventually loses Elena to his brother, Damon, the cruel killer with a tender side just for her. You can't always 'fix' emotionally unavailable men The new twisted rom-com, "Oh, Hi!," follows a young woman named Iris (Molly Gordon) who handcuffs her new beau, Isaac (Logan Lerman), to the bed during a remote romantic getaway after he says they're not exclusive. We get glimpses of Isaac's past throughout the film that help explain why he can't give up his heart. Still, the premise of the film is that Iris can convince him to want a real relationship. Morin says there's "a danger to romanticizing emotionally unavailable men." "There may be a desire to fix them or help them so that they can grow closer and become more trusting. But, in reality, they might prefer avoidance," she explains. "So while it sounds intriguing to pursue a mysterious man," she continues, "he just might not be emotionally available. And it's not your job to draw it out of him or change him." But sometimes the bad boy can be tamed. Chuck and Blair got married, Elena chose Damon, and () even Felix and Jessica find happiness. We'll have to wait and see if our new favorite "black cat boyfriend," Conrad, takes the girl home this fall. Maybe he'll even crack a smile for a change. Contributing: Rachel Hale, Patrick Ryan This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: What's a 'black cat boyfriend'? Meet the guys stealing our hearts Solve the daily Crossword
USA Today
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'Golden retriever' guys are out. It's a 'black cat boyfriend' summer.
Gone are the days of the golden retriever boyfriend. It's time for the rise of the black cat. We've seen years of praise for the doe-eyed boys who woo their partners with doting affections and a bubbly energy that would be over-the-top if not so endearing. But when Will Sharpe's character Felix showed up in Lena Dunham's 'Too Much,' he didn't fit that archetype. Alone in a London dive bar, Jess (Megan Stalter) looks up from her drink to listen to his band, ironically named 'Felix and the Feelers.' Felix dons a busted denim jacket, his pitch-black wavy hair falling just over his right eye. He doesn't fall at her feet — he charms her, maybe unintentionally, with wit, but pulls away before unveiling his emotional side. He's not the only leading man with a chip on his shoulder. More viewers are starting to root for the emotionally complex men, like Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) in 'The Bear,' over the happy-go-lucky 'golden retriever' guys. Look no further than Jenny Han's 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' fan-favorite character, Conrad. The brooding older brother was Belly's first love. His emotional unavailability eventually lends itself to heartbreak on both sides, and Belly starts to date his brother, Jeremiah, the irresponsible, smiley frat bro. Han has hinted that the show may differ from the books' ending, but vocal fans online have been rooting for Conrad's redemption arc. He pulled away from her because he couldn't handle the immensity of his emotions, be it love for Belly or grief over his mom's death. But the fact that he's in therapy this season, confronting his issues, makes him all the more compelling. On Netflix's "Ginny and Georgia," Ginny dates the sweet, popular boy, but doesn't feel a romantic spark. It's her connection with her introverted neighbor, Marcus, that takes center stage throughout the show's three seasons. He's initially introduced as a nonchalant "bad boy" type, but as the series progresses, viewers get to know his sensitive, caring side — while also watching him struggle with depression and self-destructive behaviors. Viewers resonated with the show's depiction of Marcus' depression. They're still rooting for the couple to end up together, just once Marcus is further along on his healing journey. "I'm a hopeless lover of Ginny and Marcus. Sue me," one Redditor wrote. Men aren't a monolith — both "black cats" and "golden retrievers" can be multidimensional. But it seems viewers are pining after the brooding heartthrobs now more than ever. "There's a desire to get beyond the mystery and see what lies within," says psychotherapist Amy Morin. "We might think they'd be willing to be vulnerable if they were in a trusting, healthy relationship. We want to see the walls come down so we can learn more about how they really feel." Seeing men be vulnerable is 'breaking the masculine code' In January, a video of Bad Bunny crying went viral after his song "DTMF" blew up on TikTok, and the moment opened up a conversation around masculinity and emotion. 'Bad Bunny signals to young men that it's not only acceptable, but also healthy to confront and express their feelings, which is something that men and young boys haven't been taught to do,' Sheldon Jacobs, a licensed therapist who serves on the National Alliance on Mental Illness Board of Directors, previously told USA TODAY. 'It's really pushing and challenging those cultural norms.' Mental health experts say it's crucial for young boys and men to understand the importance of showing emotion, which can contribute to building long-lasting relationships and overall mental wellness. 'It's breaking the masculine code, stepping out of the man box, and saying, 'Yeah, I'm vulnerable,'" said Ronald Levant, a professor emeritus of psychology at The University of Akron and co-author of 'The Problem with Men: Insights on Overcoming a Traumatic Childhood from a World-Renowned Psychologist." We've always had a soft spot for the elusive 'bad boy' It would be remiss to talk about pensive sadboys without paying tribute to those who paved the way: Jess from 'Gilmore Girls,' Lucas from 'One Tree Hill,' Chuck from 'Gossip Girl,' Craig and Eli in 'Degrassi: The Next Generation.' We've always had a soft spot for the troubled or quiet boy with a good heart, who feels too much that they attempt to shut down any feelings at all. Female leads have long had to choose between the elusive bad boy and the seemingly sensible choice. Take 'The Vampire Diaries,' for example. Stefan, a vampire too gentle to drink human blood, eventually loses Elena to his brother, Damon, the cruel killer with a tender side just for her. You can't always 'fix' emotionally unavailable men The new twisted rom-com, "Oh, Hi!," follows a young woman named Iris (Molly Gordon) who handcuffs her new beau, Isaac (Logan Lerman), to the bed during a remote romantic getaway after he says they're not exclusive. We get glimpses of Isaac's past throughout the film that help explain why he can't give up his heart. Still, the premise of the film is that Iris can convince him to want a real relationship. Morin says there's "a danger to romanticizing emotionally unavailable men." "There may be a desire to fix them or help them so that they can grow closer and become more trusting. But, in reality, they might prefer avoidance," she explains. "So while it sounds intriguing to pursue a mysterious man," she continues, "he just might not be emotionally available. And it's not your job to draw it out of him or change him." But sometimes the bad boy can be tamed. Chuck and Blair got married, Elena chose Damon, and ("Too Much" spoiler alert) even Felix and Jessica find happiness. We'll have to wait and see if our new favorite "black cat boyfriend," Conrad, takes the girl home this fall. Maybe he'll even crack a smile for a change. Contributing: Rachel Hale, Patrick Ryan
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did The Summer I Turned Pretty star Gavin Casalegno cheat on Larsen Thompson before marrying Cheyanne? Fans compare him to Jeremiah
The Summer I Turned Pretty fans are giving Gavin Casalegno the side-eye, as his off-screen love life seems to mirror his on-screen persona a little too closely. Known for playing the charming but emotionally messed Jeremiah Fisher, Gavin has now found himself at the centre of real-life relationship rumours, with fans pointing out just how much his personal life is beginning to resemble the drama unfolding in The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3. Gavin Casalegno and Larsen Thompson's relationship Gavin Casalegno and Larsen Thompson were that low-maintenance, soft-launch couple everyone quietly rooted for. They started dating in early 2017—Gavin was still in his pre-TSITP era and Larsen already a runway regular with her signature red hair and killer dance videos. Their relationship had all the markers of a long-haul romance: sweet Valentine's posts, prom pics in 2019, anniversary tributes, and even a surprise Universal Studios birthday visit where Gavin jokingly 'proposed' with a Hershey's Kiss. For six years, they served quiet stability, showing up for each other on carpets and in cozy social media slideshows. Then 2022 happened. There was no official breakup statement, but the signs were all there—deleted posts, unfollows, and a noticeable absence from each other's feeds. Their last known public appearance was at New York Fashion Week in February 2022, and by August, it was clear something had shifted. Fans were stunned. After six years of being each other's constants, the silence felt louder than any messy breakup ever could. Cheyanne King and Gavin's marriage shocked fans Just months after the split with Larsen Thompson, Gavin Casalegno surfaced on Cheyanne King's social media, even before fans knew they were dating. Then in November 2024, came the surprise: an Instagram wedding dump announcing they'd tied the knot. The speed shocked fans. Some Reddit users pointed to on-set behaviour during The Summer I Turned Pretty production, as rumours of Gavin flirting with extras and potentially forming romantic connections before the marriage stirred debate. While none of these claims were confirmed, the overlap in timelines—the relationship ended, rumours emerged, then a new private union—made social media quick to call it shady. Fans now see Gavin as a mirror of his on-screen persona Jeremiah The drama got juicier when The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 revealed Jeremiah cheating on Belly. Fans couldn't help but draw parallels: onscreen Jeremiah breaks trust; real-life Gavin allegedly had overlapping ties while still 'publicly' single. Recently, a video highlighting Gavin and Cheyyane's twisted relationship timeline made its way online, and fans couldn't help but point out how their quick marriage reminded them of Jeremiah. One user wrote, "Damn, he gets more and more like Jeremiah every day." Another user shared an interesting observation, writing, "He played a younger version of Damon in TVD. Both Ian and Gavin are problematic when it comes to relationships, apparently. Ian was obsessive about marriage as well. Apparently, Gavin is following in his footsteps. Both Damons are trouble." "He sucks in the show and in real life? WOw," one shared. While these speculations have been circulating online, there's no confirmation to back them up. As of now, Gavin and Cheyenne appear to be going strong in their marriage. The couple recently bought their first home together, a milestone Cheyenne proudly shared on her social media, and they continue to look happy and settled in this new chapter of their lives.
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First Post
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
'The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3' Clocks a Record-Breaking Premiere with a 40% Jump in Viewership
Prime Video's young-adult drama series The Summer I Turned Pretty returned with its much-awaited Season 3 on July 16, and has proved to be a smashing hit worldwide. With author Jenny Han as the showrunner, and pop-star Taylor Swift's record-breaking songs as the soul of the series, this Lola Tung, Christopher Briney and Gavin Casalegno starrer drama attracted 25 million unique global viewers with its first two episodes within a week of its premiere. This marks a substantial 40% increase in viewership compared to Season 2, and a remarkable growth with its viewership, tripling since Season 1. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Sharing her elation on the smashing success of the series, creator, showrunner, and executive producer Jenny Han said, 'Seeing how 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' has resonated with millions—how the story has sparked so many fan conversations, sent the books back on the bestseller lists, and inspired so many viewers' reactions across social media—it's everything I could have hoped for and more. As creator and co-showrunner, I'm incredibly proud of what we made. I'm grateful we got to make all three seasons, one for each book, and grateful that audiences have been so passionately embracing the story I wanted to tell.' The series is a major hit among women, making a place for itself in Prime Video's most-watched TV season among women ages 18-34. It also ranks as the fifth most-watched returning season overall on the streaming service. Globally, it was the top title on Prime Video during its first week, with over half its audience being international in 120+ countries. Strategic Release and Fan Connection Vernon Sanders, head of TV content at Amazon MGM Studios, explained how the decision to release Season 3 episodes weekly, despite heightened anticipation from fans, was a deliberate move. He said, 'This has been a strategy that we've rolled out with our second seasons and beyond — whether that's with 'The Boys' or 'Reacher,' even 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Season 2 was weekly. And we see that the audience, even though they're craving every episode, we're able to engage them in a longer conversation. And it's great for the service, because we have people coming back week after week. But that discussion, the community that gets built by having that shared experience and being in one conversation, we see lots of benefits to it. So when and where it makes sense, we'll keep doing that.' Additionally, the 12 a.m. PT/3 a.m. ET release time aims to streamline messaging and accommodate global viewers. Proactive Stance on Fandom Ahead of the Season 3 launch, the show's creators issued a polite disclaimer against mistreating fans or cast for the happenings within the fictional series. Sanders clarified this was a proactive move, given the massive fandom the original books have amassed over the years, as well as the global reach that the first two seasons had. 'We've had similar situations in the past with adaptations, where there is a fanbase out there that I think can get rowdy, and it sometimes can blur the line between characters and actors or overstep,' he stated. 'And so we really appreciate them and appreciate their passion, but we're trying to be more proactive about setting expectations of what we want to encourage and maybe what we find not appropriate. And I think our creators and our cast really appreciate us taking a proactive stance there.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD With the first three episodes now streaming, fans across the internet have left no stones unturned in sharing theories for possible story arcs, debating on current plots and discussing what to expect in the upcoming episodes - creating unforgettable pop-culture moments of its own. In Season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty, Belly's perfect summer with Jeremiah is upended when Conrad re-enters her life, forcing her to confront old feelings. As adulthood looms, she must finally choose where her heart truly lies. The final season is led by showrunners Jenny Han and Sarah Kucserka, and features Lola Tung, Christopher Briney, Gavin Casalegno, Sean Kaufman, Jackie Chung, and Rachel Blanchard in pivotal roles. Viewers can check out the first two seasons of this heartfelt series exclusively on Prime Video. The season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty premiered with the first two episodes on July 16, with new episodes releasing every Wednesday, until the season finale on September 17, exclusively on Prime Video, in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada languages. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Express Tribune
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 breaks Prime Video viewership record with 25 million global streams
The final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty has hit a major milestone, drawing over 25 million global viewers within a week of its July 16 premiere, according to The Hollywood Reporter. This marks a 40% increase compared to Season 2, which garnered approximately 17.9 million viewers in the same time frame in 2023. Additionally, the show's debut season has seen its audience triple during this period. With this surge, the series ranks as Prime Video's fifth most-watched returning show of all time. It follows only Reacher Seasons 2 and 3, The Rings of Power Season 2, and The Boys Season 4 in terms of returning season viewership, according to internal data from the platform. Series creator and author Jenny Han, who co-showruns the adaptation, expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming response. 'Seeing how The Summer I Turned Pretty has resonated with millions... it's everything I could have hoped for and more,' Han said in a statement. 'I'm grateful we got to make all three seasons, one for each book.' Lead actress Lola Tung, who plays the main character Belly, reflected on her character's arc in the final season. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Tung said, 'It was really fun to feel like it was a more mature journey… and you can sort of tell in the decisions that she makes.' The series concludes with Season 3, wrapping up its adaptation of Han's bestselling trilogy on a record-breaking note.
