The show’s star since Season 1, Mariska Hargitay, previously explained to Parade.com in 2019 that SVU’s popularity is due to more than its plot twists and characters. “SVU resonates because it’s a path to healing and a path to survivorship. Each week, Olivia Benson and the team depict an environment of compassion, sympathy and justice, providing hope to those who experience shame and isolation caused by sexual violence,” she said....

Of course, Love Actually came out a long time ago (18 years!) and a lot has changed since then. Some of the stars have gone on to enjoy breakout roles in other movies, while others have literally grown up on camera. Still, one thing that’s consistent is that people continue to tune in, year after year, to watch (and re-watch) Love Actually’s 10 interweaving tales of love, romance, breakups, a bad Christmas hit, and, naturally, some serious holiday spirit....

What is it about the Pinocchio story that still makes it relevant? I love the moral of the story, which is all about telling the truth. The image of your nose getting long when you lie is one of the most transcendent images in popular culture, and telling the truth versus lying is perhaps more important now than ever before in history. What was your take on your character, Jiminy Cricket?...

“I would more than entertain it, I’m pulling for it,” Hathaway told Entertainment Tonight back in Oct. “If there’s any way to get Julie Andrews involved, I think we would make it work. We would go to where she was and put a green screen behind her and just make it happen.“The original Princess Diaries debuted in 2001, where Hathaway played Mia Thermopolis who was just a normal high school student before she discovered she was the princess of Genovia....

“I can’t believe that it’s ending,” she told Parade.com. “I can’t believe I won’t see those people in that context of just showing up. After a long hiatus, you just, you’re back at it.” Baranski played Diane on The Good Wife before the spinoff The Good Fight first premiered in 2017. “It was such a part of my life for 13 years, but certainly the six years that I did The Good Fight, honestly, I enjoyed the work more and more, which is unusual for an actor to be able to say after that much time playing a character,” Baranski admitted....

“I always wanted to do a story about a villain from history making their case, and saying, ‘Yeah, you call me The Serpent Queen. Well, here’s why I did what I did,”” series creator/executive producer Justin Haythe tells Parade in this exclusive interview. “And I wanted her to tell that story to someone who thought a royal show had nothing to do with them, so she plucks a servant girl out of the kitchen....

We also learned the sex (and name!) of Déjà’s (La Trice Harper) baby, had a visit from a familiar face from the past, and learned what followed that bittersweet “hey“ that Jack and Rebecca exchanged at the end of “The Train.” Unlike most previous episodes of This Is Us, “Us” wasn’t interested in setting up new mysteries or subverting expectations, focusing instead on simply reminding viewers why we love this family, why they love each other, and that even though will miss them when they’re gone, the time that we spent together was good....

Fans of the beloved long-running game show now get a chance to watch the magic unfold right in front of their eyes! Wheel of Fortune Live! will tour across the U.S., kicking off on Thursday, September 8, in Owensboro, KY. While Pat Sajak and Vanna White won’t be in attendance, Mark L. Walberg—longtime host of PBS’ Antique Roadshow—and American Idol standout Clay Aiken, have signed on as hosts for the theatrical production....

“A year and a half ago, we all took it for granted that we could hop on a plane or set off in our cars. That was the American dream of travel. When that went away without warning, that changed our thinking. Now every trip feels just a little bit sacred,” says NoahBrodsky, president and chief brand officer of Travel + Leisure Co. “It’s going to be the year of the road trip like never before....

Living with mental illness is hard. It affects the way you think and your feelings, behavior and mood. It impacts your relationship with others, and with work, and mental illness can take a physical toll. Many living with mental health conditions regularly experience headaches, stomach aches, body aches and pain. Fatigue and insomnia are also common. But while the struggles of life with mental illness are well-documented, discussed and known, the benefits—though harder to appreciate and see—are numerous....

From long-distance relationship quotes that comfort you on days when the miles feel like too many to romantic long-distance relationship quotes that’ll get your honey excited for your next visit, this big list of quotes for long-distance lovers perfectly captures why all the hassle of traveling to see each other and sacrificing day-to-day closeness is worth it. Plus, they’re ideal for sharing with your long-distance boyfriend or girlfriend, too! Whether you’re looking for cute texts to send your boyfriend, like long-distance relationship quotes for him before he goes to bed, or long distance quotes for her, or quotes for long-distance relationships and the power of love, these 125 long-distance relationship quotes will help you feel closer and stay even more connected....

As an adult, you may have said goodbye to toys long ago. But if you’re currently dealing with a mental health disorder like anxiety, a toy might be just the thing to soothe your worries away. We’re talking about fidget toys. As the name implies, it’s a toy that one can fidget with to keep their hands and fingers busy. Think about the satisfaction you feel when popping bubble wrap—a fidget toy can produce a similar feeling....

And as if all that weren’t enough, Beyoncé’s also navigated a high-profile marriage with rapper husband Jay-Z for 13 years and is mom to their three kids: 9-year-old daughter Blue Ivy Carter and 4-year-old boy-girl twins Sir and Rumi Carter. If reading all of that makes you want to “Run the World” like she does, then get inspired with our list of 146 Beyoncé quotes that showcase the great Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter at her most empowering, insightful and (of course) fierce....

There are sound-only monitors, HD video monitors and high-tech monitors that track baby’s breathing and motion. These days, parents can receive alerts directly to their smartphones if baby cries, moves or stands up in their crib. It’s a blessing, and a curse. Then there are the top baby monitors for home and for travel—each one with its own impressive built-in features. The possibilities are seemingly endless! Below, you’ll find a list of the best smart baby monitors out there, the best audio-only baby monitors and more, and why each one might be a good fit for your family’s needs and goals....

If you’re the type of family who loves to match, these swimwear options will certainly catch your eye. From striped and strawberry prints to neutral patterns, these bathing suits will have everyone in your gang looking adorable—and ready for vacation. If matchy-matchy isn’t completely your style, we have a feeling these suits will change your mind. Below, 15 matching family swimsuits that will make those summer days even brighter. Here at Parade....

These cartoon cakes have been trending on TikTok for the last few months and viewers are loving them. After all, what’s not to love about a cake design that looks like a piece of cake straight out of a cartoon? And apparently, they are even easier to make than they look. It’s basically all in the outlining. If you are interested in fooling your friends and family, you may want to try designing one of these cakes yourself....

“It was as all-consuming as writing a song is,” the pop star said of the film in an interview with Entertainment Tonight at the All Too Well premiere in New York City. “Directing, I felt as fulfilled by it as I did when I craft a song, and think about every aspect of it and it comes together and then it goes out in the world. There are so many moving pieces....

If you need ideas of what to write on a baby shower card, we’ve put together a list of 150 new baby wishes you can pick and choose from. Depending on how well you know the new parents, these baby card messages range from funny to formal, and there are also sweet sayings to write for a baby shower, for grandparents, and for twins and multiples. There are even baby congratulations for parents who have adopted a child, or when a baby is born following a difficult pregnancy or has a health issue....

In South Korea, a baby’s name consists of two syllables. The first is usually a surname or family name, the second is usually a name that is chosen by the parents. However, each syllable has a unique meaning. Some of these Korean unique baby names are based on spirituality and high morals. If you simply want to honor your Korean roots or choose a female name to celebrate the new baby girl’s arrival, these Korean girl names take the cake....

How well do you know your spouse or your best friends? Even if you’re playing with longtime friends, you just might be surprised by some of their answers. You could even make a game of it and see if you can guess their answer before they say it! (Booze is optional.) Whether you need conversation starters or a fun party game, this giant list of 150 “this or that” questions are a fun way to break the ice and help people get to know each other better....