DENVER Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area and beyond this weekend. Have a fun event youd like to showcase? Send an email to thingstodo@denver7.com.

1. The Colfax Marathon is back for another year of running fun

The Colfax Marathon weekend is back with thousands of runners expected in the two-day event, happening Saturday and Sunday. Other races like the half-marathon and the Urban 10 Mile are still available, and spots for the marathon are filling up. More info. and how to register, here.

2. Cant get enough MJ after Michael at the movies? Head to a theater performance in honor of the King of Pop

Michael is now the highest-grossing music biopic of all time in the North American box office, but if youve been there-done-that and still want more MJ, head to the Buell Theatre in downtown Denver to catch a performance of the multiple Tony Award-winning musical about Michael Jackson, which runs through May 17. Tickets and more info. here.

3. The Denver Summit take on the Orlando Price this Saturday in Denver

Denver's professional women's soccer team takes on the Orlando Pride in an exciting NWSL matchup. Its happening Saturday starting at 6:45 p.m. Tickets and more info. here.

4. Head to Grand Junction for the 5th annual Grand Valley River Fest

If youre looking for some fun outdoors, head out to Colorados Western Slope for the Grand Valley River Fest, happening all day Saturday. There will be a gear swap, a rubber ducky scramble, paddle board jousting and fitness paddle contest, a community paddle, SUP Yoga, a throw bag tournament and more. More info. here.

5. Classical music fiends, the Colorado Mahler Fest in Boulder is where youll want to be

Head over to Bouler for a celebration of the great composer Gustav Mahler during a week-long festival that culminates in orchestral performances of one of Mahler's major symphonic works. The festival runs through Sunday. Tickets and more info. here.

6. Want more music in your life? Head to the Tico Time Bluegrass Festival in Durango

Escape to the Animas River Valley for three days of live bluegrass music, community, and outdoor fun at the 6th annual Tico Time Bluegrass Music Festival, happening all weekend long in Durango. Tickets and more info., here.

7. For the foodies out there: Theres an annual food truck festival happening in Northglenn

Enjoy a full weekend of food, music, and family fun at the annual Food Truck Carnival in Northglenn. Featuring 20+ food trucks daily, live entertainment, and carnival rides, this free community event is perfect for all ages. Its happening all weekend long from 4 p.m. 9 p.m. More info. here.

BONUS

Bodies: The Science Within (opening day)

Bodies: The Science Within makes its U.S. debut in Denver for a limited engagement at the Denver Pavilions. Seen by more than 5 million people worldwide, this national touring exhibition explores the human body through real, preserved human specimens. The event runs through June 28. Tickets and more info. here.

Head to the Sun Valley Viaduct Night Market in Denver

The night market is a way to celebrate this neighborhoods cultural richness and wealth of creators within a safe and fun setting. The market will be located on the south end of Empower Field, parking lot B, under the Colfax Viaduct. It happens Saturday from 4 p.m.-10 p.m. The event is free of charge. More info. here.

The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins are hosting a plant sale

The Gardens on Spring Creek horticulture team is busy growing more than 38,000 plants for their Spring Plant Sale, happening Saturday and Sunday. Check out an array of native and regionally appropriate annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs and hanging baskets for your garden. The event happens from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Tickets and more info. here.

Check out a performance of Pulse of America, presented by the Denver Brass

Denver Brass invites you on a stirring emotional journeyhonoring our heroes, uplifting the soul of a people, and igniting pride in our shared story and the enduring pulse of freedom. Its happening Sunday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Cherry Hills Village. Tickets and more info. here.

DENVER A space on South Broadway is about to transform into the wizarding world of Harry Potter.

Tickets go on sale Thursday for "Harry Potter: The Exhibition," a touring exhibition making its next stop in Denver. The exhibition opens June 26 at 417 S. Broadway and will run through the holidays.

The behind-the-scenes exhibition celebrates iconic moments, characters, settings, and creatures from the "Harry Potter" and "Fantastic Beasts" film series, as well as the Tony Award-winning Broadway production "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child." Guests will get an up-close look at more than 100 authentic props and original costumes as they journey through immersive galleries featuring interactive technology. Fans can walk through the Forbidden Forest, sit up on Hagrids chair, and even play a game of Quidditch. Organizers worked directly with Warner Brothers to create this official exhibition.

The experience has already captivated more than 4.4 million fans worldwide. Denver is one of only two locations opening in the United States.

"This exhibition celebrates the extended world of Harry Potter like no other touring exhibition has done before," said Tom Zaller, president and CEO of Imagine. "With its family-friendly environment and great appreciation for storytelling and adventure, Denver is the perfect place for fans and families of all ages to experience the magic of the wizarding world. We can't wait to share it with visitors from near and far when we open this summer."

You can find tickets online starting at 10 a.m. Thursday.

In a box office battle of the sequels, The Devil Wears Prada 2 had the slight edge over Mortal Kombat II in North American theaters this weekend. According to studio estimates Sunday, The Devil Wears Prada 2 earned a chart topping $43 million in its second weekend, while Mortal Kombat II took in $40 million in its first.

This weekend had wide variety of newcomers playing in wide release, including the family-friendly whodunnit The Sheep Detectives and a James Cameron co-directed Billie Eilish concert film.

But it was the holdover that triumphed. The Devil Wears Prada 2, which has grossed $433.2 million worldwide in its first 12 days in release, helped push The Walt Disney Studios over $2 billion globally for the year. Its also surpassed the total grosses of the first film, which earned $327 million globally in 2006, not accounting for inflation.

Paul Dergarabedian, the head of marketplace trends for Comscore, said Mother's Day might have helped Prada get the advantage over the newcomer and have such a modest 44% dip in weekend two.

The release date was perfect, Dergarabedian said. This may be the new blueprint for how to start a summer.

Mortal Kombat II provided some gendered counterprogramming in the second weekend of Hollywood's summer movie season. Warner Bros. opened the movie in 3,503 locations where it drew a heavily male audience. According to PostTrak, 75% of the ticket buyers were men. The Devil Wears Prada 2 had almost the exact opposite gender breakdown on its first weekend.

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The first movie in this series, Mortal Kombat, was released simultaneously in theaters and on HBO Max in April 2021 as a part of Warner Bros. pandemic-era day-and-date strategy. Reviews have been mixed for the sequel, as was its B CinemaScore. It also earned $23 million from 78 markets internationally, adding up to a $63 million global debut.

Michael landed in third place in its third weekend with another $36.5 million over the weekend, down only 33% from last weekend. The Michael Jackson biopic has now earned $240.5 million in North America, surpassing the total domestic grosses of Bohemian Rhapsody, and $577.4 million globally.

Fourth place went to Amazon MGM Studios' The Sheep Detectives which brought in $15.9 million in its first weekend in 3,457 theaters. The quirky, all-ages murder mystery features a starry ensemble including Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson and Nicholas Braun, as well as the voices of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Regina Hall and Patrick Stewart as the sheep who try to figure out who murdered their shepherd. Audiences gave it an A- CinemaScore. The movie cost a reported $75 million to produce.

Rounding out the top five was Billie EilishHit Me Hard & Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) an immersive concert experience which Cameron shared co-directing credits on with Eilish. Paramount released the movie in 2,613 theaters, where it earned $7.5 million in North America and $12.6 million internationally. The movie was very well reviewed by critics (93% on Rotten Tomatoes) and audiences, who gave it an A CinemaScore.

Project Hail Mary, in its eighth weekend, and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, in its sixth weekend, are still going strong as well adding up to a weekend that is up significantly from the same weekend last year. Dergarabedian said the films that seem to be doing well and drawing new and repeat audiences week after week are the ones offering pure, escapist entertainment.

This is playing out very well for movie theaters right now, he said.

Top 10 movies by domestic box office

With final domestic figures being released Monday, this list factors in the estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore:

1. The Devil Wears Prada 2, $43 million.

2. Mortal Kombat II, $40 million.

3. Michael, $36.5 million.

4. The Sheep Detectives, $15.9 million.

5. Billie EilishHit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour, $7.5 million.

6. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, $6.6 million.

7. Project Hail Mary,$6.1 million.

8. Hokum, $3.3 million.

9. Deep Water, $780,274.

10. Animal Farm, $663,624.

DENVER Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area and beyond this weekend. Have a fun event youd like to showcase? Send an email to thingstodo@denver7.com.

1. Looking for a unique gift for mom this Mothers Day? Head to the Denver Potters Association Spring Show and Sale

The annual Denver Potters show and sale returns this weekend, with top artists selling work that ranges from ceramics to jewelry. This is a great opportunity for Mother's Day shopping with unique handmade gifts. Its happening all week long at Sixth Avenue United Church in Denver. More info. here.

2. Want to make mom laugh? Take it to see Seth Meyers at the Paramount Theatre

Late-night TV host and comedian Seth Meyers is bringing his stand-up comedy show to Denver for a night of laughs. Known for his sharp wit and political humor, Meyers delivers an evening of entertainment. Its all happening Friday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be found here.

3. Will the Avs be 3-0 against the Wild this weekend?

The Colorado Avalanche are going on the road to take on the Minnesota Wild for Game 3 this Saturday at 7 p.m. Will they advance to 3-0? Theres only one way to find out, Avs fans! There are two official watch parties one at Tom's Watch Bar in Denver and The Goat Sports Bar in Greeley. The Avs want you to bring the energy of Ball Arena to the bar!

4. Have Star Wars fans in your fam? Head to a live concert experience of "The Empire Strikes Back" in Colorado Springs

The Colorado Springs Philharmonic performs John Williams' Grammy-winning score live alongside the epic film projected on the big screen. This is a thrilling experience for Star Wars fans and music lovers alike. It's all happening at the Pikes Peak Center Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Find tickets here.

5. Honor the spirit of Denvers RiNo art district at the RiNo Street Fair this Saturday

If youre looking for something fun to do, head to the RiNo Street Frai. Explore handmade goods, discover emerging artists, and experience the pulse of RiNos creative spirit. The fun happens Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event is free of charge.

6. Looking to race in space?! Head to the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure at Wings Space Race 5K! This fun, family-friendly event invites runners, walkers, kids and space fans of all ages to take off together. Its all starting at 7 a.m. Sunday. More info. and tickets here.

7. Take part in a NAMIWalk against mental illness in Littleton this weekend

The mission of NAMI Colorado is to build communities of recovery and hope by educating, supporting and advocating for individuals affected by mental illness and their families, according to their website. This Saturday, NAMIWalks will hold a walk starting at Robert F. Clement Park Amphitheater in Littleton. Denver7s Anusha Roy will emcee the event. More info. here.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon after reports that the former Prince Andrew was threatened by a masked man while walking dogs near his home.

Norfolk Constabulary said that the arrest came Wednesday evening after a man was reported behaving in an intimidating manner near the home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in eastern England.

Officers attended, and the man was arrested on suspicion of a public order offense and possession of an offensive weapon, the force said.

The suspect is being held for questioning at a nearby police station. The term offensive weapons covers knives, truncheons and other items used to cause injury. Police didn't specify what type of weapon was involved.

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The Daily Telegraph newspaper reported that a man wearing a ski mask ran toward the former royal while shouting abuse. It said the incident occurred near the Sandringham Estate while the former prince was out walking his dogs, and that Andrew and his protection officer got in their car and sped away.

Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of King Charles III, moved to the kings private Sandringham Estate, about 100 miles (160 kilometers) north of London, after he was evicted from his longtime home near Windsor Castle and stripped of his royal title following revelations about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.

Andrew now lives at Marsh Farm, a property on the Sandringham estate, after leaving Royal Lodge last year.

He was arrested and held for hours by British police in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office in a case related to his links to Epstein, an extraordinary move in a country where authorities once sought to shield the royal family from embarrassment.

Police previously said they were assessing reports that Mountbatten-Windsor sent trade information to Epstein, a wealthy investor and convicted sex offender, in 2010, when the former prince was the United Kingdom's special envoy for international trade.

Correspondence between the two men was released by the U.S. Justice Department along with millions of pages of documents from the American investigation into Epstein.

Audiences will notice a refreshed, revamped 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee when the competition returns to television later this month.

Mina Kimes, a three-time school spelling bee champion, will host the televised semifinals and finals.

The ESPN senior writer and Emmy Award-winning analyst said she could not be more excited to host this year's event.

"Coming from the world of sports, I see these contestants as elite competitors; I cant wait to see their preparation pay off on such an illustrious stage," she said. "Growing up, this really was the Super Bowl for kids like me, and Im honored to play a role in whats sure to be an unforgettable week.

The updated broadcast will be produced by Embassy Row, the award-winning production company led by television producer Michael Davies. The company has produced several well-known quiz and talk shows, including Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? and Whose Line Is It Anyway? Davies also serves as an executive producer of Jeopardy!

The Scripps National Spelling Bee will begin on May 26 with the preliminary rounds airing on Scripps Sports.

The semifinals and finals will air the following two nights, beginning at 8 Eastern Time, on ION.

Met Gala guests from Vogue red carpet correspondent Emma Chamberlain to professional tennis player Naomi Osaka did not play it safe this year for the Met Gala, delivering custom works of art in honor of the dress code Fashion is art.

Osaka stunned as she left The Mark Hotel for the Gala in a dramatic Robert Wun white sculptural fitted dress with exaggerated shoulders and adorned with red feathers and a matching headpiece. To complete her dramatic look, Osakas hands were dipped in dripping red paint. A similar look by Wun sits inside the Metropolitan Museum of Arts Costume Institute exhibit, Costume Art.

On the Met steps, Osaka opened her dress and removed her headpiece for a grand reveal underneath. She wowed in a sleek red beaded gown embellished with the form of a body.

Chamberlain arrived in a breathtaking Mugler by Miguel Castro Freitas hand-painted dress. The star was dipped in a rainbow of colors from her dcolletage down to the spiral train of her body-hugging dress with fringe falling down the cuffs of the long-sleeve gown.

With all the fanfare around the The Devil Wears Prada 2, Met Gala Co-chair Anna Wintour opted for a cool mint ensemble not the trendy cerulean blue from the first film. Wintours look featured a feathered cape and a beaded dress by Matthieu Blazy for Chanel that she classically paired with her signature bob and oversized sunglasses.

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Other co-chairs of the evening Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams chose more subdued looks. Williams wore a sparkling black off-the-shoulder gown with a dazzling bejeweled neckpiece in homage to a painting of herself done by Robert Pruitt for the National Portrait Gallery. Event sponsor Lauren Snchez Bezos arrived in a form-fitting Schiaparelli gown, which she told Vogue was influenced by John Singer Sargents 1884 painting Madame X.

Some guests took the theme to another level, taking hours to transform into works of art. TikTok followers watched along as Jessica Kayll, who designs colorful silk robes, finished painting her dress in the days leading up to the gala. Kayll painted her own take on the famous Monet water lily scene right on top her dress for the gala.

When guests were not wearing art, they were making references to it. Head of Editorial Content for US Vogue Chloe Malle wore an apricot orange Colleen Allen dress inspired by Sir Frederic Leightons Flaming June painting. Actor and author Lena Dunham collaborated with Valentino designer Alessandro Michele for her red feathered dress to depict his interpretation of Judith Slaying Holofernes. As a child, Dunham told Vogue, she would visit the Met museum on Sundays and admire the paintings in the renaissance section.

One of my favorite painters from that era is Artemisia Gentileschi, who was one of the only women painting professionally in that moment, she told Vogue. So I sent some of the images to Alessandro, and because hes a genius instead of dressing me like her, he said, You are actually the blood spatter as ... Judith cuts the neck off a man.

Stars also celebrated the dress code with their accessories. Actor and fashion muse Gwendoline Christie playfully covered her face on the carpet with a mask of her own face while pop star Katy Perry opened and closed her fencing-like mask on the carpet to smile at the cameras.

Unlike last years blue carpet, this years carpet appeared intentionally forgotten by time with grass creeping up the steps. The carpet featured patches of overgrown grass peeking out from the stone steps with manicured shrubs lining the side railing and white wisteria dangling from the roof. Potted purple flowers stood at the entrance of the carpet in large terra-cotta planters.

Past Gala dress codes have honored designers and pulled from literature. Last year, the art of tailoring was center stage with the dress code Tailored for you. The high-profile event raises money for the Met's Costume Institute, and each year the dress code for the gala takes cues from the Costume Institutes spring exhibition.

On display this Spring, the Costume Art exhibit will examine the centrality of the dressed body.

The relationship between fashion and art has not always been embraced. Art historian and author Nancy Hall-Duncan writes in her book, Art X Fashion: Fashion Inspired by Art that in the 19th century, art was perceived as classical and fashion was frivolous.

When Yves Saint Laurent held the Mets first fashion exhibit in 1983, the exhibit was met with heavy criticism. Since then, the museum has held countless fashion exhibits throughout the years with museums around the world following suit. The Louvre put on its first fashion exhibition Louvre couture last year.

The dress code set by Wintour and the Met's Costume Institute curator, Andrew Bolton, is the final seal of approval that fashion is art, Hall-Duncan told The Associated Press.

Isnt that a giant step? she said. It will indeed change perceptions.

Didn't snag one of the pricey tickets or a spot on the ultra-exclusive guestlist?

The red carpet spectacle is available for all to watch online with the Vogue livestream. Ashley Graham, La La Anthony and Cara Delevingne will be hosting the livestream starting at 6 p.m. with Emma Chamberlain interviewing guests throughout the night.

Britney Spears pleaded guilty through her lawyer Monday to a lesser charge that will allow her to avoid jail time after California prosecutors accused her of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

The 44-year-old pop star, who recently completed a stint at a rehabilitation facility, didnt appear in Ventura County court. But her lawyer, Michael A. Goldstein, pleaded guilty on her behalf to whats commonly called a wet reckless. That allowed her to be sentenced to one day in jail that the judge said she served when she was booked, one year of probation, a required DUI class and state-mandated fines.

The plea offer was standard for defendants with no DUI history, no crash or injury on the road, and a low blood-alcohol level, the county district attorneys office said. And its especially common for defendants who have shown motivation to address their problems and seek treatment, as Spears did when she voluntarily checked in to a substance abuse treatment center last month.

I dont think anybodys happy about pleading guilty to anything, but under the circumstances, to get this behind her, I think everybody is pleased with the result, Goldstein said after the hearing. We appreciate the district attorney recognizing the positive steps that Britney is taking to help herself.

Goldstein said Spears returned home after recently completing her rehab stint, and that reports that she left early were absolutely false. Asked whats next for her, he replied, I dont know, Im sure a lot.

During the brief hearing, Spears received summary probation, which is informal and doesnt involve mandatory meetings with a parole officer. She temporarily yielded her Fourth Amendment search and seizure rights if she is pulled over, meaning she must automatically yield to searches and sobriety tests. At Goldstein's request, the judge ruled this would not apply to her home.

District Attorney Erik Nasarenko said after the hearing that Spears had taken full responsibility, but he emphasized that DUI is a serious crime and said it was essential that she follow the requirements agreed to in court, which include continued substance abuse treatment, weekly visits with a therapist and monthly visits with a psychiatrist.

We do not want Miss Spears to reoffend, Nasarenko said.

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She was charged Thursday with one misdemeanor DUI count, which meant she was not required to appear in court for her arraignment. But her representatives hadnt said whether she would appear, and the hearing drew an unusually heavy media turnout for Ventura, a seaside city of about 110,000 people roughly 70 miles (113 kilometers) northwest of downtown LA.

After her March 4 arrest, a representative called her actions inexcusable and said that ideally, the arrest would lead to overdue change in her life.

She was pulled over for driving her black BMW quickly and erratically on U.S. 101, the California Highway Patrol said. She appeared to be impaired, took a series of field sobriety tests, was arrested and was taken to jail, the CHP said.

Authorities said in the criminal complaint that Spears had alcohol and drugs in her system, but they didnt specify which drugs or list her blood alcohol content.

Spears grew to superstardom in the 1990s and 2000s with hits including Toxic, Gimme More and Im a Slave 4 U. Most of her nine studio albums have been certified platinum, with two diamond titles: 1999s Baby One More Time and 2000s Oops! I Did It Again.

She became a tabloid obsession in the early 2000s and a source of intense public scrutiny as she battled mental illness and paparazzi fought to document the details of her private life.

In 2008, Spears was placed under a court-ordered conservatorship, run primarily by her father and his lawyers, that would control her personal and financial decisions for well over a decade. It was dissolved in 2021.

Since then, she has married, divorced, and released a bestselling memoir, The Woman in Me.

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Taylor Frankie Paul, a reality TV star from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," and the father of her 2-year-old son were ordered Thursday to stay 100 feet away from each other for the next three years as a Utah court commissioner continues to assess custody plans for the child.

Paul has been unable to spend unsupervised time with her son since an April 7 hearing, when Third District Court Commissioner Russell Minas said Paul had a history of volatile behavior directed at her former partner, Dakota Mortensen, while kids were present.

Minas on Thursday described the pair's dynamic as "very toxic" before granting Paul and Mortensen's dueling requests for protective orders against each other. He found that "there's been violence that occurred both ways between these parties" and urged them to figure out how to function as co-parents to their son, Ever.

"I'm hoping that you're not people who just thrive on the drama and the conflict," Minas said. "You've got to put your child first and shield the child from this conflict."

Paul, Mortensen and their families were present in court, but no other cast members from the Hulu reality show attended.

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Attorneys offer competing descriptions of fights

Attorneys for Paul and Mortensen offered competing versions of fights between the pair, with each suggesting the other party was the aggressor.

Paul's attorney Eric Swinyard told the court commissioner that Mortensen is much larger and stronger than Paul and that when she was faced with physical intimidation from Mortensen during an argument, she responded the same way a lot of people would.

"He said, 'Hit me,' and she did," Swinyard said.

One fight between the two came while Paul was dealing with recent miscarriages, and she felt that Mortensen had been blowing her off while their son was sick.

When Paul lost her footing and fell to the ground, Mortensen kicked her several times in the leg, Swinyard alleged. He submitted to the court photos of her bruises.

Mortensen's attorney Brent Salazar-Hall said his client was a victim of abuse from Paul, but that she kept luring him back with text messages inviting him over for intimacy.

During one argument, Paul and Mortensen were in a truck and she tried to interfere with his driving by squeezing his face, Salazar-Hall said. In response, Mortensen shoved her away, he said.

Paul's lawyers said Mortensen slammed her head into the vehicle's dashboard, causing bruises.

Mortensen had Paul's initials tattooed on the inside of his lip, which Paul's attorney pointed to as an example of his possessive nature. Mortensen's lawyer disagreed with that characterization and said many of the men on the TV show got lip tattoos of their partners' names in a humorous scene that has not yet aired.

"There seems to be a continuing attraction that they have for each other, whether it's physical, whether it's the thrill between the two of them of making themselves celebrities," Minas said.

"The problem is that the two of them can't be together in the same place at the same time before it starts to turn violent," he added.

Violations of the protective orders could result in criminal charges.

Leaked video of fight is one point of contention

Eleven fights between the exes were under examination in their protective order requests. A recently leaked video of one fight from 2023 prompted ABC to make the unprecedented move last month of shelving an already-filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Paul. Hulu also paused production of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" and resumed filming last week.

In the video, Paul appeared to punch, kick and throw chairs at Mortensen while her daughter from another relationship watched and cried.

Swinyard alleged that Mortensen leaked that video to the press to ruin Paul's reality TV career just before her season of "The Bachelorette" was supposed to air.

"Our point with the video is he's not just trying to come after her for custody. He's not just trying to seek a protective order. He wants to literally destroy her," Swinyard said.

Salazar-Hall said Mortensen denies leaking the video.

Just after the fight, Paul was charged with aggravated assault and other offenses, including domestic violence in the presence of a child. The police body camera footage of her arrest was featured in the first season of the Hulu series.

Paul pleaded guilty to an assault charge, which will be reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor if she stays out of legal trouble for a three-year probationary period that ends in August. The other counts were dismissed.

Earlier this month, the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office declined to file new charges against Paul in recent fights with Mortensen. Any new charges would have violated Paul's probation from the 2023 assault.

Custody of their child is at stake

Minas said he would make custody recommendations by May 11. Mortensen has custody in the meantime.

Paul had majority custody of their son before the April 7 hearing.

A protective order in Utah can restrict or eliminate a parent's ability to see their child. When both parents have protective orders against each other, the court relies heavily on the recommendations of an attorney appointed to investigate the child's best interests.

Paul and Mortensen's son had a court-appointed attorney present at Thursday's hearing to help the commissioner determine the safest arrangement for the boy.

DENVER Whether youre into horror, dramas, comedies or action, Film on the Rocks will certainly deliver with its lineup for the 2026 season.

Announced Friday by Denver Film and Denver Arts and Venues, the 27th season of Film on the Rocks kicks off Monday, June 8, with The Princess Bride and runs through Monday, Aug. 10, with a showing of the 1993 blockbuster Jurassic Park.

Ryan Cooglers Sinners and Paul Feigs Bridesmaids are also on the program this year.

Live performances by School of Rock, The Reminders, Wheelchair Sports Camp, DeVotchKa and May Be Fern, as well as a special presentation by paleontologist and National Geographic Explorer Tyler Lyson, will precede the screenings.

Film on the Rocks is one of those quintessential Colorado summer experiences. Iconic films, live music and a vibrant crowd all coming together at Red Rocks, said Denver Film CEO Kevin Smith in a prepared statement. This years lineup really leans into that mix of nostalgia and big-screen fun, and we cant wait to kick things off!

Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. each night of Film on the Rocks with the pre-show entertainment happening at 7 p.m., and the film showings beginning at 8:30 p.m. Local comedian, actor and event host Janae Burris will host each show. Tickets start at $25 for the general public and $50 for VIP reserved seating.

Check out the full 2026 Film on the Rocks lineup below:

The Princess Bride

Director: Rob Reiner

Monday, June 8, 8:30 p.m.

Featuring a pre-show performance by School of Rock

Sinners

Director: Ryan Coogler

Monday, June 22, 8 p.m.

Featuring a pre-show performance by The Reminders

Little Miss Sunshine

Directors: Jonathan Dayton & Valerie Faris

Monday, July 13, 8:30 p.m.

Featuring a pre-show opening performance by Wheelchair Sports Camp, followed by headliner DeVotchKa

Bridesmaids

Director: Paul Feig

Monday, Aug. 3, 8:30 p.m.

Featuring a pre-show performance by May Be Fern

Jurassic Park

Director: Steven Spielberg

Monday, Aug. 10, 8:30 p.m.

Featuring a pre-show presentation by paleontologist and National Geographic explorer Tyler Lyson

DENVER Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area and beyond this weekend. Have a fun event youd like to showcase? Send an email to thingstodo@denver7.com.

1. Its Cinco de Mayo weekend, Denver so please, dont tell anyone its Mexicos Independence Day

Its technically not Cinco de Mayo yet, but if you want food, drinks and Chihuahua races, a taco eating contest, a low rider car show, activities for the kiddos, artisans, crafters and much more, then head to the Cinco de Mayo Festival both Saturday and Sunday at Denvers Civic Center Park from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Getting in is free, but we cant guarantee that the foods or drink will be. Learn more here.

2. Enjoy free art this Friday during First Friday Art Walks across Denver

Come and enjoy the local art scene at Denvers five art districts: Arts District Santa Fe, Golden Triangle Museum District, the Tennyson Street Cultural District and the RiNo Arts District. It all happens each first Friday of the month from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. There is no entrance fee to the galleries, but wanting some nab some art is going to cost you.

3. Been there, done that? Head out to First Friday Jazz in Denvers Five Points neighborhood

So youve looked at art across Denvers arts districts and want a new thrill instead? Head out to First Friday Jazz along the Welton Street Corridor for live music performances from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m., including acts at Spangalang Brewery, TeaLee's, and Brother Jeff's. The event is free of charge. More info. here.

4. The 25th and Final Denver Derby Party is happening at McGregor Square this Saturday

Head to McGregor Square for a historic send-off of 25 years of Derby in Denver. The hats will be bigger and the drinks will be colder as the "Greatest Two Minutes in Sports" airs on the stadium-sized 66' x 20' LED screen with three levels of indoor-outdoor balconies. Its all happening Saturday starting at 1 p.m. Tickets and more info. here.

5. Denver Fashion Week starts this weekend, so all you fashionistas better get ready

Denver Fashion Week returns this spring with eight runway shows from May 19. Opening night kicks off the week-long celebration of creativity and emerging style trends. New this year is an outerwear and athleisure fashion show, created to reflect Colorados blend of fashion and function. The fashion event kicks off Friday at the Furniture Row Showroom, 5445 Bannock Street. Tickets and more info. here.

6. Love motorcycle races? Check out the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship this Saturday

High-flying motocross action comes to Denver as the Monster Energy AMA Supercross series makes a stop at Empower Field at Mile High. This family-friendly event features intense racing competition from the world's top riders. The fun begins at 4:30 p.m. Tickets and more info. here.

7. Celebrate Childrens Day at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

The Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance is partnering with the Mexican Cultural Center and many of their SCFD counterparts for the celebration of Da del Nio: Celebrating All Children. This family-friendly cultural celebration takes place throughout the zoo. Its all happening Sunday from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Tickets and more info. here.

Prosecutors said Wednesday that singer D4vd killed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez by stabbing her multiple times then dismembered her body using chainsaws in his garage.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office shared what they said the evidence in the case would show in a court filing that provided the first detailed allegations of the killing and efforts to cut apart Rivas Hernandez's body and get rid of evidence.

The court filing said D4vd, whose legal name is David Burke, met Rivas Hernandez when she was 11, began sexually abusing her when she was 13 and he was 18, and killed her when she threatened to reveal their inappropriate relationship.

"Knowing he had to silence the victim before she ruined his music career as she had threatened, very soon after her arrival at his home, defendant stabbed the victim to death multiple times and stood by while she bled out," the filing said.

Burke has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other counts. His lawyers have said he is innocent and did not cause Rivas Hernandez's death.

Her body was found decomposing in a Tesla towed from the Hollywood Hills in September of last year.

Prosecutors said they had obtained text messages that showed their sexual relationship, including child sexual abuse images of her on his phone.

"The messages reveal the victim's jealousy over defendant's relationships with other women, as defendant led her to believe they had a future together," the document says. "She became extremely upset and threatened to disclose damaging information about her relationship with defendant to end his career and destroy his life."

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The filing said he sent a rideshare car to pick her up on the night of April 23, 2025, from her hometown of Lake Elsinore, some 80 miles outside of Los Angeles. The two exchanged messages until she arrived at his Hollywood home, after which her phone went silent permanently.

They allege he sent her a late-night message asking where she was in an attempt to cover up the killing.

The court filing is intended to outline the evidence that prosecutors plan to present at a preliminary evidentiary hearing beginning May 26, when a judge will determine whether there is probable cause to go to trial. The defense has not publicly provided its version of events.

The document says Burke bought two chainsaws online, used them to cut apart her body in an inflatable pool in his garage, where the girl's DNA was later found.

"Defendant took horrifying measures to destroy and discard the victim's body," prosecutors said in the brief.

Burke drove to Lake Cachuma in Santa Barbara County, about 110 miles northwest of his home, to get rid of evidence three times, the document alleges. Her passport was found there in January.

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On April 24, the day after her death, he gave a radio interview and had a record-release party promoting his debut full-length album, "Withered," which was released the following day, prosecutors said in the filing.

Prosecutors allege he kept her body in his Tesla, and lied to friends and business associates who asked about the smell.

The body of Rivas Hernandez had so degraded that examiners couldn't even determine her eye color. She had braces at the time of her death, and a tattoo that read "Shhh ...." on the inside of a finger as well as his name, according to the report. Two fingers were missing as were parts of her arms and legs.

Prosecutors had not previously described how they believed Rivas Hernandez was killed or given details on their relationship. An autopsy report said she was killed by penetrating wounds.

Prosecutors said the parents of Rivas Hernandez reported her missing from her home in Lake Elsinore in February 2024. After the February report, Riverside County Sheriff's detectives contacted Burke, but he told them he had only met her once and did not know she was a minor.

After she returned home that February, her parents took away her cellphone, but Burke drove to her hometown and paid a friend of Rivas Hernandez $1,000 to give her a phone so they could communicate.

She was reported missing again in April 2024. The document said that year, she spent much of her time at Burke's home in the Hollywood Hills and traveled with him to Las Vegas, London, and Texas to meet his family.

The defense attorneys asked Superior Court Judge Charlaine F. Olmedo at a hearing on Wednesday to seal the document, but she declined. They had no comment outside court.

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Burke was arrested on April 16 and pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder, lewd and lascivious acts with a person under 14 and mutilating a dead body. He is eligible for the death penalty, but prosecutors said they have not decided whether to seek it.

The singer began making music for YouTube videos he created of the video game Fortnite when he was a teenager.

The songs he wrote and recorded on his phone were a blend of indie rock, R&B and lo-fi pop. The music made him a phenomenon on TikTok, Instagram, Soundcloud and Spotify, where his top songs, including his 2022 breakthrough "Romantic Homicide," have more than a billion plays. In 2023, he released two EPs and opened for SZA on tour.

He performed at last year's Coachella music festival just a few weeks before prosecutors said Rivas Hernandez was killed and his album was released. He was on tour promoting it in September when the body was discovered and his name became publicly attached to the case. It would be seven months before he was arrested.

Nick Reiner was back inside a Los Angeles County courtroom on Wednesday but it could now be several months before we learn more about the murders of Hollywood icon Rob Reiner and his wife Michele.

Police say Nick Reiner killed his parents in their bedroom at the familys upscale Brentwood estate in December of last year. He was arrested hours after the couple was found dead with multiple stab wounds.

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However, the judge in the case on Wednesday delayed a probable cause hearing for Reiner until at least September because autopsy reports for the actor-director and his wife remain incomplete. The Los Angeles County Coroner said a court order blocks the release of any information in the case until those reports have been completed.

Reiner, 32, has pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder and has been held without bail since his arrest. It remains unclear whether prosecutors will choose to pursue the death penalty.

Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla traveled to New York on Wednesday to pay respects to 9/11 victims and their families as part of the royal couple's multi-day diplomatic visit to the U.S.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and other officials greeted the king and queen at Ground Zero. The site marks where 67 British nationals were among thousands killed in the terrorist attacks 25 years ago.

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The visit also highlights the deep connection between the U.S. and the U.K. Following the 9/11 attacks, the United Kingdom immediately invoked Article 5 of NATO and sent tens of thousands of personnel to Afghanistan and Iraq where nearly 700 British personnel were killed while assisting U.S. military operations.

The visit to New York also comes a day after Charles gave a rare address to a joint session of Congress. He referenced the U.S. war on terror and spoke of the importance of the NATO bond, an alliance President Donald Trump has repeatedly diminished.

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"We stood with you then and we stand with you now in solemn remembrance of a day that shall never be forgotten. We answered the call together, as our people have done so for more than a century shoulder to shoulder through two world wars, the cold war, Afghanistan, and moments that have defined our shared security," Charles said.

While in New York, the royal couple also plans to visit Harlem Ground, a non-profit that oversees community gardens. The visit aligns with Charles' commitment to the environment, sustainability and agriculture.

50-50. With just over two years to go, a coinflip is the chance Simone Biles has put on competing at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

The most decorated gymnast of all-time has previously stated shell be at the Games in some capacity.

Now in an interview with CNN Sports, Biles has offered a glimmer of hope to millions of fans around the world hoping to see her take to the floor for one last dance.

I feel like were still at a 50-50 and that were still on a time crunch here now its almost half of 2026, the 29-year-old says speaking at the recent Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid.

Were going to have to make these decisions pretty quickly.

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The 11-time Olympic medalist is currently taking a break from the sport to, as she puts it, allow her body to recover. She hopes to begin doing some Pilates and yoga soon but stresses thats as far as I got right now.

What then is the key consideration for Biles as she weighs up a potential fourth appearance at the summer Games?

Mental health plays a big role in it because, physically, my coaches will get me in shape, she explains.

I can get myself in shape. We believe in that ability. Were really thankful that Im still healthy.

Mental is a huge thing and its a lot of dedication on that because the roads not easy. Its long, but its still work.

Realness and rawness

Biles has openly and honestly shared her struggles with mental health since taking time away from gymnastics following the tumult of the Tokyo Olympics.

There, a mental block known as the twisties forced her to withdraw from multiple events, including the womens team final.

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Its a moment she reflects on as being pivotal not only for her, but the wider conversation both within sports and everyday life.

I feel like it showed the realness to me because everyone thought I was a robot, shes not real, but its like, down to the core, Im just like you guys. Im real, she says candidly.

It got me the therapy that I deserved, and Im still currently in therapy.

I had a lot of help and my core group was really helpful in letting me know that its OK people go through this and youre just human.

Gymnasts arent viewed as people who have weaknesses, and that was the first time that weakness was displayed on a global stage like that.

Now, I look at it as being courageous and not so much a weakness.

Supporting Malinin, Vonn

Just as Biles has her support network, shes been keen to reciprocate that for her fellow U.S. Olympians.

Following the end of the Paris Games and the conclusion of her U.S. tour Gold Over America, she has enjoyed time away from the sport.

Biles, however, was an avid spectator at the recent Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

She watched on as figure skater Ilia Malinin experienced his own version of the twisties.

The Quad God was the clear favorite for the gold medal in the mens individual competition only to see those dreams dashed, falling twice and failing to perform his trademark quadruple axel during the free skate program.

Biles revealed she met up with the 21-year-old in the aftermath of his performance to offer her support.

She was also in touch with Lindsey Vonn, whom she describes as inhuman, after the 41-year-old suffered a broken leg following a serious crash in the womens downhill competition.

I wish that more athletes would have spoken about what they were going through whenever I was currently competing, she says.

There was Naomi Osaka, Kevin Love, but there were very few in between that would speak about mental health and what they were going through. Those were my guides, and that really helped me speak out about it.

So now hearing these athletes mention my name, its like, Wow, were making progress, were making change, were being a voice and leader, so it means the world to me.

Spreading the word

And its not just in the Olympic domain where Biles passion for normalizing the conversation around mental health lies.

Its one that also now embraces the world of American football courtesy of her husband Jonathan Owens, who recently signed a one-year contract with the Indianapolis Colts for his ninth NFL season.

I know the pressure that he feels, she says.

The mental has to stay as tough as the physical My husband is in therapy. Hell speak to he knows how important that is.

He tells the boys, Hey, theres no shame in that. We have these resources, we should use them, and in the long game its going to help us.

Biles says she really proud of the progress that shes seen him achieve in the NFL and hopes their respective journeys can support their shared personal and professional ambitions.

Im dedicated in watching my husband achieve his dreams, she explains.

Its really nice to be able to compare and know that were still going through hard things, but we can still accomplish great things and just to be a supporter for one another is really the main thing.

A man accused of pledging allegiance to the Islamic State group and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swifts concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday, his lawyer said.

The plot was thwarted, but Austrian authorities still canceled Swifts three performances in August 2024. The singers fans, known as Swifties, who had flown to Austria from across the globe to attend a performance of her record-setting Eras Tour were devastated, but rallied to turn Vienna into a citywide trading post for friendship bracelets and singalongs.

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The defendant, a 21-year-old Austrian citizen known only as Beran A. in line with Austrian privacy rules, faced charges including terrorist offenses and membership in a terrorist organization. He could be sentenced to up to 20 years in prison, and has been in custody since August 2024.

The Vienna plot drew comparisons to a 2017 attack by a suicide bomber at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, that killed 22 people. The bomb detonated at the end of Grandes concert as thousands of young fans were leaving, becoming the deadliest extremist attack in the United Kingdom in recent years.

Defendant regrets his actions

Anna Mair, his defense attorney, said her client pleaded guilty to the charges related to the concert plot.

Of course, he deeply regrets it all, Mair said outside the court, adding that he says it was the biggest mistake of his life.

Austrian media reported that he also pleaded guilty to being a member of a terrorist organization.

Beran A. is facing trial alongside Arda K., whose full name also has not been made public. They, along with a third man, planned to carry out simultaneous attacks in Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates during Ramadan in 2024 in the name of the Islamic State group. Beran A. and Arda K. never carried out their attacks.

Only Beran A. was charged in connection with the concert plot. He pleaded not guilty to the charges related to the plot for simultaneous attacks.

He allegedly planned to target onlookers gathered outside Ernst Happel Stadium up to 30,000 each night, with another 65,000 inside the venue with knives or homemade explosives. The suspect hoped to kill as many people as possible, authorities said in 2024. The U.S. provided intelligence that fed into the decision to cancel the concerts.

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Beran A. also allegedly networked with other members of the Islamic State group ahead of the planned attack. Prosecutors say they discussed purchasing weapons and making bombs, and that the defendant also sought to illegally buy weapons in the days ahead of the performance. In addition, he swore allegiance to the militant group.

Authorities searched his apartment on Aug. 7, 2024, and found bomb-making materials. The concerts were scheduled to begin the next day.

Having our Vienna shows canceled was devastating, Swift wrote in a statement posted to Instagram two weeks later. The reason for the cancellations filled me with a new sense of fear, and a tremendous amount of guilt because so many people had planned on coming to those shows.

A representative for Swift did not immediately return a request for comment Tuesday.

The trial is being held in Wiener Neustadt, about an hour south of Vienna. The proceedings are set to continue May 12.

Three attacks planned in Saudi Arabia, Turkey and UAE

Prosecutors have also filed terrorism-related charges against Arda K. in the trial in connection with the plan for simultaneous attacks in Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.

The third man in that plot, Hasan E., allegedly stabbed a security guard with a knife at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on March 11, 2024. He was arrested and remains in pretrial detention in Saudi Arabia, Austrian prosecutors said.

Beran A. and Arda K. did not carry out their plans in Turkey and the UAE. Beran A. returned to Vienna and then allegedly began plotting to attack a Swift concert there.

King Charles III gave a rare address to a joint session of U.S. Congress on Tuesday, marking only the second time a British monarch has done so since Queen Elizabeth II in 1991.

During the roughly 30-minute long speech, Charles acknowledged the political uncertainties around the globe, but also praised longstanding U.S.-U.K. relations.

"Whatever our differences, whatever disagreements we may have, we stand united in our commitment to uphold democracy, to protect all our people from harm, and to salute the courage of those who daily risk their lives in the service of our countries," he said.

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Charles also commended 250 years of U.S. independence and highlighted the shared democratic principles of both the U.S. and the U.K.

"Standing here today, it is hard not to feel the weight of history on my shoulder because the modern relationship between our two Nations and our own peoples spans not merely 250 years, but over four centuries," Charles said. "It is extraordinary to think that I am the nineteenth in our line of Sovereigns to study, with daily attention, the affairs of America. So, I come here today with the highest respect for the United States Congress; this citadel of democracy created to represent the voice of all American people to advance sacred rights and freedoms."

The king closed out his speech by calling on the U.S. and U.K. to rededicate to each other "in the selfless service of our peoples and of all the peoples of the world."

As part of his multi-day diplomatic visit to the U.S., Charles will also attend a state dinner hosted by President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday night. He said he also plans to visit New York to pay respects to the victims and families impacted by the 9/11 terrorist attacks 25 years ago.

The rare trip from the British king comes amid tensions between Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, particularly regarding the Iran war. Starmer has vehemently opposed getting involved, and Trump has called the prime minister a "loser" for not offering to assist the U.S. military in its war.

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Meanwhile, security remains tight and access is strictly controlled during this trip as questions persist about Charles' relationship with his son, Prince Harry, who lives in the U.S. Additionally, victims and survivors of Jeffrey Epstein were in Washington, D.C., calling for a meeting with the king, though a meeting was never scheduled.

Charles' brother, Andrew, has also recently dominated royal family controversy over allegations of misconduct with Epstein. The allegations prompted a criminal investigation in the U.K. and led to the king stripping Andrew of his royal titles.

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel found himself defending Americans right to free speech on Monday, after a joke he made several days ago prompted calls from the White House for ABC to fire him again.

You know sometimes you wake up in the morning and the first lady puts out a statement demanding you be fired from your job? Weve all been there, right? Kimmel asked at the beginning of his monologue on Mondays episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!

What a day.

The pressure which is also coming from President Donald Trump and a host of his allies has created a headache for new Disney CEO Josh DAmaro, who succeeded Bob Iger just six weeks ago.

The Kimmel controversy is the first major Trump test for DAmaro, who previously ran Disneys theme parks and now oversees networks like ABC as well.

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Kimmel quipped on last Thursdays episode that the First Lady had a glow like an expectant widow.

It was a very light roast joke about the fact that hes almost 80 and shes younger than I am, Kimmel said (Donald Trump is 79; Melania Trump is 56).

But after a gunman opened fire outside the dinner ballroom at the White House Correspondents Dinner on Saturday, Trump and his allies have recontextualized the joke as a call to violence.

It was not by any stretch of the definition a call to assassination, Kimmel said in Mondays monologue. And they know that. Ive been very vocal for many years speaking out against gun violence in particular.

I agree that hateful and violent rhetoric is something we should reject, Kimmel said. I also should point out Donald Trump is allowed to say whatever he wants to say, as are you and as am I and as are all of us, because under the First Amendment we have as Americans the right to free speech.

There is no indication that Disney is thinking about firing Kimmel.

A spokesperson for DAmaro did not respond to a request for comment. Representatives for ABC and Kimmel have also remained tight-lipped since the controversy erupted.

But actions speak louder than comments, and Mondays actions like the business-as-usual attitude at Kimmels show signaled that Disney is not buckling under Trumps pressure.

Pro-Trump media outlets and influencers blasted Kimmel online after Saturday, foreshadowing a concerted effort from the Trump administration to push him out.

The alleged gunman was charged Monday with attempting to assassinate Trump.

The first lady condemned Kimmel on Monday morning, and the president followed up a few hours later, calling Kimmels on-air comment a despicable call to violence and linking it directly to the shooting incident.

Disney rerun

For Disney, this all feels a bit like a rerun.

Last September, amid an earlier Trump administration pressure campaign against Kimmel, ABC suspended the show indefinitely, only to bring it back less than a week later.

The network managed to anger both Trump opponents for benching Kimmel and appearing to capitulate to the president and Trump fans by allowing Kimmel back on the air.

That time around, when Iger was still CEO, ABC felt it had to move quickly after two big owners of ABC-affiliated stations, Nexstar and Sinclair, said they would preempt Kimmels show in their respective markets.

Igers deputy Dana Walden, who has a close relationship with Kimmel, later said the suspension was an effort to take the temperature down after Kimmel angered conservatives with a comment about the alleged killer of Charlie Kirk.

We wanted to resolve the situation in a certain way to protect our employees, to think about our audience, she told Bloomberg.

Walden is now DAmaros No. 2 as the president and chief creative officer of Disney.

Nexstar and Sinclair are still in business with ABC and are still on the record as having reservations about Kimmels show. But they might hesitate to yank Kimmel this time around, since the backlash to their boycott was so intense last September.

Kimmel, who has been an outspoken critic of the president for years and has attended No Kings rallies in recent months, has argued that politics are unavoidable for him right now.

Earlier this month on Michelle Obamas IMO podcast, he said, I think it would be embarrassing if we didnt talk about this. It would be shameful.

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are taking aim at late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel over a joke he made about the first lady looking like an "expectant widow," days before the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday.

In a fiery statement Monday on social media, President Trump criticized Kimmel's joke and called on Disney which owns ABC and airs the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" show to fire the host.

"He showed a fake video of the First Lady, Melania, and our son, Barron, like they were actually sitting in his studio, listening to him speak, which they werent, and never would be. He then stated, 'Our First Lady, Melania, is here. Look at Melania, so beautiful. Mrs. Trump, you have a glow like an expectant widow,'" Trump said on his Truth Social platform. "A day later a lunatic tried entering the ballroom of the White House Correspondents Dinner, loaded up with a shotgun, handgun, and many knives. He was there for a very obvious and sinister reason."

Earlier in the day, First Lady Melania Trump called Kimmel "a coward," and also urged ABC to "take a stand" against the comedian.

"Kimmels hateful and violent rhetoric is intended to divide our country," Trump said. "His monologue about my family isnt comedy- his words are corrosive and deepens the political sickness within America. People like Kimmel shouldnt have the opportunity to enter our homes each evening to spread hate. A coward, Kimmel hides behind ABC because he knows the network will keep running cover to protect him. Enough is enough."

Kimmel made the joke two days before a gunman attempted to breach the ballroom where President Trump and the first lady were joined by more than 2,400 other guests to celebrate the First Amendment and the White House press. The suspect was charged Monday with attempted assassination.

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However, It's not the first time Kimmel and ABC have faced criticism from high-ranking political figures. Last year, President Trump repeatedly blasted Kimmel over controversial remarks he made following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The comedian was then briefly suspended from hosting his show in September but returned a week later.

Trump has also taken aim at other late-night comedians over jokes he doesn't approve of. Earlier this year, he threatened to sue "The Daily Show" host Trevor Noah over a joke he made referencing Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The president and the first lady have repeatedly sought to distance themselves from Epstein. Both have also denied having ever visiting the disgraced financier's island, where prosecutors say he trafficked and sexually abused underage girls.

Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the 1960s girl band The Ronettes, has died. She was 80 years old.

The singer, who joined forces with her cousins Ronnie Spector and Estelle Bennett to form the musical trio, passed away on Sunday morning, according to her daughter.

Writing on Facebook on Sunday night, Nedra K. Ross said: At approximately 8:30 this morning our mother Nedra Talley Ross went home to be with the Lord. She was safe in her own bed at home with her family close, knowing she was loved. Thank you Lord.

Meanwhile, a post on the bands official Facebook account also shared the news: It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Nedra Talley Ross passing. She was a light to those who knew and loved her.

As a founding member of The Ronettes, along with her beloved cousins Ronnie and Estelle, Nedras voice, style and spirit helped define a sound that would change music. Her contribution to the groups story and their defining influence will live forever.

Rest peacefully dear Nedra. Thanks for the magic.

Born in New York City on January 27, 1946, Ross formed the band originally known as Ronnie and the Relatives and later the Darling Sisters with sisters Spector and Bennett in 1959. Ross and Bennett started by singing backup, while Spector took the lead.

They only became famous in 1963 after signing with music producer Phil Spector, creator of the 1960s Wall of Sound style. Be My Baby, their first single with Spector, was a massive hit. Among their other hits were: Baby I Love You, Walking in the Rain and Do I Love You?

They also enjoyed huge success in the UK and were billed alongside the likes of the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton and the Yardbirds. They also opened for the Beatles on their final US tour in 1966.

The group broke up in 1967. Soon after, Ronnie wed Phil Spector, with whom she had a tumultuous relationship. They divorced in 1974.

The Ronettes were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2007, two years before Bennetts death. Spector died in 2022.

Inducting them that night was Rolling Stone Keith Richards. Recalling his first encounter with the trio in 1964, he said: They touched my heart right there and then and they touch it still.

In their acceptance speech that night, Ross spoke of the dream she and her cousins had starting out in their teens.

We had a dream, but with a dream you need to have people behind you with your dream. For us, my mom knocked on doors when people didnt want to hire and put under contract three young pretty girls that they said were going to change their minds down the road. I thank you for that God knows what youve done.

She went on to thank Jesus for saving her life through open heart surgery, as well as others, including her husband, Scott Ross, and their four children.

Show business is a thing that can be great, but it can be bad, too, she said. For us, we had a family that gave us a core to help stabilize us in a very difficult crazy world. It was a fun time. I thank God.

Ticketmaster plans to restart the sale of tickets to Harry Styles concerts in New York City after it discovered scalpers bought an initial run of tickets.

The company says it recently spotted fraudulent ticket purchases and took steps to invalidate the activity.

"We caught scalpers using multiple accounts and fake identities to try to get around ticket limits and resell tickets for profit," the company said in a statement. "We've canceled those tickets, none of which had been transferred to fans, and we are working with the tour to release them back to fans at the original price."

Ticketmaster says its efforts to target the fraudulent accounts will not have disrupted legitimate account holders who may have bought tickets. Any legitimate users who bought tickets or received transferred tickets through a Ticketmaster account won't see their tickets affected.

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A window to request the re-offered tickets will open from April 30 until May 1st at 5 p.m. Eastern Time. Ticketmaster says fans who are granted their request will hear back via email by May 8.

Singer Harry styles is set to play multiple shows at Madison Square Garden in New York City as part of his "Together, Together" world tour. There will be 30 shows at the venue between August 26 and October 31, 2026.

NEW YORK (AP) HBO Max, Harry Potter and CNN may soon find themselves under a new roof: Paramount.

That's because shareholders of Warner Bros. Discovery on Thursday voted to sell the entire business to the company that owns CBS, along with blockbusters like Top Gun." Based on a preliminary count, Warner shareholders overwhelmingly agreed to the proposed $81 billion buyout valued at nearly $111 billion including debt, based on Warners current outstanding shares.

While the deal still faces regulatory review, the megamerger would vastly reshape Hollywood and the wider media landscape, further consolidating power in an industry already run by just a handful of major players. Paramount itself was acquired by Skydance just last year.

Here's what a Paramount-Warner combo could look like for streaming, movies, news and more.

Streaming

Paramount Skydance would own both Paramount+ and, with the sale approved by shareholders Thursday, Warner's HBO Max. Company executives have said that they would combine these streamers into one platform.

What that combined service would look like (or be named) is unclear. But Paramount CEO David Ellison suggested that HBO could still have some level of independence, at least production-wise.

Our view point is, HBO should stay HBO, Ellison said during a conference call last month. They built a phenomenal brand, they are a leader in this space and we just want them to continue doing more of it. But by bringing the platforms together, all of our content will be able to reach even a broader audience than we can do standalone.

Warner and its HBO streaming platform have a powerful lineup that includes The Pitt, Game of Thrones and Sex and the City." And beyond Harry Potter, Warner's library lists blockbuster films such as Sinners, Barbie and "Superman" (the company also owns DC Studios). Titles like Top Gun," "Titanic, The Godfather" and Yellowstone" fill Paramount's catalog.

In the U.S., according to streaming guide JustWatch, HBO Max controlled about 12% of on-demand subscriptions in the first quarter of this year compared to 3% for Paramount+. Combining those two services would still fall slightly below Prime Video's 17% market share, and the 19% of the market commanded by Netflix. Disney owns about 27% of the market between Hulu and Disney+.

Beyond HBO Max, Paramount would also acquire Warners smaller Discovery+ streamer. And apart from Paramount+, Paramount owns Pluto TV and BET+, too.

Critics are skeptical of consumer benefits touted by Paramount. While company executives have continued to laud larger content libraries and the potential for Paramount to better compete with bigger rivals, a combination with Warner Bros. would mean fewer platform choices when it comes to streaming overall. Critics warn that could actually mean higher prices at a time when the price of almost all subscriptions continues to tick higher.

Moviemaking and theatrical releases

Paramount and Warner Bros. are two of Hollywoods oldest studios. A merger would mean fewer companies control legacy film production.

Ellison has said he wants the combined company to grow a slate to more than 30 movies a year, keeping Paramount and Warner Bros. as stand-alone operations. And in a star-studded CinemaCon appearance last week, he promised a 45-day exclusive window for films in theaters, pledging a complete commitment to the industry.

Still, others are wary about what further consolidation could mean for jobs and which projects are greenlit down the road. Regulatory filings have indicated that the new ownership will be looking for ways to cut costs including layoffs and downsizing some overlapping operations. Paramount is taking on billions of dollars in debt to finance the deal.

Warner Bros. just had a banner year of both major blockbusters and critical successes. The studio racked up 30 Oscar nominations thanks to Sinners, Weapons, and One Battle After Another (which took home the top best picture slot). Paramount received zero. And in 2025, Warner Bros. movies including A Minecraft Movie, Superman and Sinners accounted for 21% of the domestic box office. Paramounts market share was only 6%, driven largely by Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning."

The industry has already experienced a sizeable consolidation. Almost 10 years ago, Hollywoods big six became the big five when Disney bought most of 20th Century Fox. And if the Warner sale goes through, a new big four era would be underway with a bigger Paramount standing alongside Disney, Universal and Sony.

News

CNN would come under the same roof as Paramount-owned CBS. That would bring together two of Americas biggest names in television news, although whether CNN would continue to operate as a separate brand from CBS has yet to be confirmed.

Regardless, there is a lot of anxiety about Paramount taking control of CNN a network that has long attracted ire from President Donald Trump and his allies. Critics point to Trumps close relationship with the Ellison family, particularly billionaire Oracle founder Larry Ellison, who is putting up billions of dollars to back the bid by his sons company.

Since coming under Skydance ownership less than a year ago, CBS has already seen significant shifts in editorial leadership. It's taken steps to appeal to more conservative viewers in its news operations, notably with the installation of Free Press founder Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief of CBS News. If the companys proposed Warner takeover is successful, many expect similar changes at CNN.

Some officials in the Trump administration have also made their opinions very clear about CNN's future ownership. In March, the White House attacked CNN for its coverage of the U.S. and Israel's war against Iran and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth told reporters that "the sooner David Ellison takes over that network, the better.

Ellison has said that editorial independence will absolutely be maintained under Paramount ownership. Its maintained at CBS. Itll be maintained at CNN, Ellison told CNBC's Squawk on the Street in March, while noting that his company wants to speak to the 70% of viewers who he said identify as center-left or center-right.

The acting head of the U.S. Justice Department's antitrust division has also said that its regulatory review will not be political. Still, critics are skeptical particularly following Skydance's acquisition of Paramount in August. That merger was approved by the Federal Communications Commission just weeks after the company agreed to pay Trump $16 million to settle a lawsuit over editing at CBS' 60 Minutes program. The president has continued to publicly lash out at 60 Minutes programming since.

Other TV and cable networks

CNN is just one of the cable operations that Warner is selling. And the proposed merger would make Paramount's TV footprint even bigger.

The company also owns Discovery, TNT, TBS, Food Network, Cartoon Network and Animal Planet, among other networks all of which would come under Paramount ownership if the deal goes through. Meanwhile, Paramount already has its own sizeable broadcast lineup. Beyond CBS, that includes Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime and more.

DENVER Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area and beyond this weekend. Have a fun event youd like to showcase? Send an email to thingstodo@denver7.com.

1. If you like cryptids, youll want to go to Bigfoot Days in Estes Park

Estes Park Bigfoot Days is returning for another year to Estes Park this Friday and Saturday, so get ready for the Bigfoot BBQ, an outdoor festival in Bond Park, as well as appearances and talks from TV Bigfoot celebrities and experts, live music, outdoor-themed activities for the whole family, food and drink, a Bigfoot calling contest, area Bigfoot tours and much more! More info. here.

2. Theres a Music Experiment happening in Fort Collins both Saturday and Sunday

FoCoMX, the Fort Collins Music Experiment, is hosting performances by more than 450 Colorado artists, taking over nearly any Fort Collins space with a stage. Saturday's sessions start with DJ sets at 10 a.m. at the FoCo Breckenridge Brewery taproom and continue at other venues through 1 a.m. Festival passes start at $60. More info. here.

3. Let your palate experience new flavors during Mile High Asian Food Week

The 4th annual Mile High Asian Food Week officially kicks off Sunday, featuring exclusive specials and deals from 73 Asian and Pacific Islander-owned restaurants, food trucks, pop-ups, and beverage makers from Aurora to Colorado Springs. The event runs through May 3. Head to a preview night market on Saturday from 4-8 p.m. at Clayton Quad on York Street in Denver. More info. here.

4. San Diego is coming to town Saturday to face the Denver Summit FC

Denver Summit FC, Colorado's very own professional women's soccer club, will take on San Diego Wave FC in an NWSL match at DICK'S Sporting Goods Park Saturday. Kickoff is at 6:45 p.m. More info. here.

5. If youre a birder, head to the Mountain Plover Festival in Karval this weekend

The Mountain Plover Festival in Karval allows birders the chance to tour private ranchland and see plovers and other wildlife on the shortgrass prairies of eastern Colorado. The festival also includes antiques, history, and a chuckwagon dinner with Western entertainment. It happens all weekend long starting Friday. Karval is located 45 miles southeast of Limon. More info. here.

6. Love film and/or women filmmakers? Head to the Women+Film Festival at the Sie FilmCenter

The Women+Film Festival screens features, shorts, and documentaries celebrating female filmmakers behind the camera and women's stories on screen, with live musical accompaniment. More info. here.

7. Celebrate Da del Nio for free at the Denver Art Museum this Sunday

If you like museums and need something to do with the kiddos this weekend for Da del Nio (Childrens Day), head to the Denver Art Museum this Sunday. Museum admission is free and there will be musical performances, artmaking, and more. More info. here.

BONUS

Winer lovers, head to the Durango Wine Experience

The Durango Wine Experience opens with wine and food pairings throughout downtown Durango. The two-day festival, which starts Friday, showcases hundreds of craft wines, spirits, and beers, with the Walk-About Durango wine tasting on Friday and the Grand Tasting on Saturday. Tickets and more info. here.

If you're wanting to landscape during a drought, you'll want to go to this symposium

Denver is hosting a landscape symposium on how to garden during a drought. Stop by the Hydro Building on the CSU Spur camps in Denver for resources, including rebates, free native seeds, tree giveaways, and expert advice to help transform your landscapes. The event is free of charge. More info. here.

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) PurpleStride

The Colorado affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) invites the community to come together at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 25 at Robert F. Clement Park to fuel progress for patients by participating in PanCAN PurpleStride, the ultimate walk to end pancreatic cancer. Denver7s Jennifer Kovaleski will emcee. More info. here.

An $81 billion Warner-Paramount mega merger has received shareholders stamp of approval, propelling a deal that could vastly reshape Hollywood and the wider media landscape closer to the finish line.

Per a preliminary vote count on Thursday, the overwhelming majority of Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders voted in support of selling the entire business to Paramount for $31 a share, the company said. Including debt, the deal is valued at nearly $111 billion.

Skydance-owned Paramount wants to buy all of Warner. That means HBO Max, cult-favorite titles like Harry Potter and even CNN could soon find themselves under the same roof with CBS, Top Gun and the Paramount+ streaming service. A greenlight from company shareholders increases the likelihood of that becoming a reality.

But it's not a done deal quite yet. The acquisition still faces ongoing regulatory reviews. Warner has said it expects to close sometime in the third fiscal quarter.

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Meanwhile, Warner shareholders rejected a separate measure Thursday that outlined post-merger payments for company executives.

Paramounts quest for Warner has been far from smooth sailing. And while Warner's board now endorses the Paramount merger, it wasnt always eager to enter this particular marriage.

Late last year, Warner rebuffed Paramounts overtures to instead strike a $72 billion studio and streaming deal with Netflix. Paramount, meanwhile, went directly to shareholders with a hostile bid to take over the whole company, including the cable business that Netflix did not want.

All three companies spent months fighting publicly over who had the better offer on the table. Warners board repeatedly backed Netflixs bid. But eventually, Paramount offered more money and Netflix abruptly bowed out of the race rather than prolonging the fight.

That corporate drama may now be over, but the implications remain. Thousands of actors, directors, writers and other industry professionals have voiced unequivocal opposition to the deal, in a letter arguing that further consolidation will lead to job losses and fewer choices for filmmakers and movie goers.

Jane Fondas Committee for the First Amendment called Warner shareholders' vote to advance the merger a serious setback on Thursday but maintained the fight is far from over. In a statement, the advocacy group pointed to past efforts to challenge consolidation and maintained a handful of powerful decision-makers should not be allowed to quietly reshape American media, culture, and creative life without accountability.

Some lawmakers have also sounded the alarm. In a spotlight hearing on the merger held in Washington last week, Democratic Sen. Cory Booker said that not just a corporate deal was at stake but who controls news, who controls entertainment, who controls storytelling.

The merger would bring together two of Hollywoods remaining five legacy studios. It would also join two major streaming platforms Paramount+ and HBO Max and two big names in America's TV news landscape CBS and CNN as well as a heap of other brands and entertainment networks.

Company executives argue this will be good news for consumers, who they say will have access to bigger content libraries, particularly if HBO Max and Paramount+ become one streaming service. And Paramount CEO David Ellison has tried to assure filmmakers with a 45-day theatrical window guarantee and goal to release 30 movies a year between Paramount and Warner, which he's said will remain stand-alone operations under a combined company.

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I love cinema and I love film, Ellison said at CinemaCon last week. "You can count on our complete commitment.

But the new owner will also be looking to cut costs. Regulatory filings have already indicated that would include layoffs and downsizing some overlapping operations. And critics are skeptical about consumer benefits warning of higher prices that could arise when it comes to streaming, and potentially less diversity in content down the road.

Then theres the news. Since coming under Skydance ownership less than a year ago, Paramount-owned CBS has already seen significant editorial shifts, notably with the installation of Free Press founder Bari Weiss as CBS News editor-in-chief. If the Warner takeover goes through, many are expecting similar changes at CNN, which has long attracted ire from President Donald Trump.

Other questions of political influence have piled up. The Justice Department and company leadership have maintained politics will not play a role in the regulatory process but Trump himself has publicly waded into Warners future at times, despite backpedaling on what he once suggested his personal role would be. Trump also has a close relationship with the Ellison family, particularly billionaire Oracle founder Larry Ellison, who is putting billions of dollars on the table to back the bid for his sons company.

Meanwhile, Paramount has secured money from several sovereign investment funds including Saudi Arabias Public Investment Fund, as well as funds from the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, per regulatory filings. But such investors will not have voting rights in a future Paramount-Warner combo, the filings noted. Paramount has not publicly specified how much theyre contributing.

Other countries, including European regulators, are looking the deal and states could try to challenge it, too. California Attorney General Rob Bonta has been particularly vocal about the transaction, and said his state is investigating it.

Shares of Paramount slid more than 4% on the results of the vote Thursday, and Warner Bros. slipped as well.

Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the 14-year-old girl singer D4vd is charged with killing, died from penetrating wounds to her upper body, according to an autopsy report released Wednesday.

Her death was ruled a homicide in the report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office that had been blocked from release for months.

The autopsy was limited by "extensive postmortem changes" to the body that was dismembered and decomposing when it was found in two bags in the trunk of a Tesla parked in the Hollywood Hills in September.

The examination revealed "two penetrating wounds of the torso with smooth edges that may represent sharp force injuries." One wound on the upper abdomen penetrated the liver. Another, on the left chest, damaged her ribs. A tube top she was wearing appeared to be cut in three places.

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A judge had ordered the report sealed late last year at the request of law enforcement, but prosecutors agreed this week to allow its release.

The 21-year-old alt-pop singer D4vd, whose legal name is David Burke, was charged in the killing Monday. He pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder, lewd and lascivious acts with a person under 14 and mutilating a dead body. Burke's attorneys said he did not cause Rivas Hernandez's death and they will vigorously defend his innocence.

The girl's parents made their first public comments on Tuesday night, thanking investigators for their work and the people of their hometown of Lake Elsinore, California, for their support. Lake Elsinore is about 70 miles (112 kilometers) southeast of Los Angeles.

"Celeste was a beautiful, strong girl who loved to sing and dance. Every Friday night was movie night and we spent wonderful times together," Jesus Rivas and Mercedes Martinez said. "We love her very much and she always told us that she loved us. We miss her deeply. All we want is justice for Celeste."

Prosecutors allege Burke killed Rivas Hernandez because she threatened to report they had a sexual relationship that began when she was 13 years old, and he feared it would ruin his rising career.

A criminal complaint alleges he killed her with a sharp object and dismembered the body about two weeks later.

Medical Examiner's investigators called to the scene where the body was found discovered her torso and head in a black, zippered body bag in the Tesla's trunk, with arms and legs in a separate trash bag.

Her body had so degraded that examiners couldn't even determine her eye color. She had braces at the time of her death, and a tattoo that read "Shhh...." on the inside of a finger, according to the report. Two other fingers were missing as were parts of her arms and legs.

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Toxicology tests on the liver showed a low level of alcohol, but it may have been due to postmortem chemical changes and didn't appear to be a factor, the report said.

LA County's Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Odey C. Ukpo has sought to emphasize his agency's independence from law enforcement and to make its work as public as possible since he took over the job three years ago. He has said he does not believe sealing reports of his office's work helps investigations and has said he would only put holds on releasing the reports if compelled by a court order.

"After several months, I am grateful this information can now be released, not only to the public, but also to the grieving family enduring loss," Ukpo said in a statement Wednesday. "It is unfathomable they have had to wait this long to learn what happened to their daughter."

D4vd, pronounced "David," gained popularity among young fans for his blend of indie rock, R&B and lo-fi pop. He went viral on TikTok in 2022 with the hit "Romantic Homicide," which peaked at No. 4 on Billboard's Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart. He released his debut EP "Petals to Thorns" and a follow-up, "The Lost Petals," in 2023.

His debut full-length album, "Withered," was released one year ago, two days after the date prosecutors estimate that Rivas Hernandez was killed.

"Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place" star Patrick Muldoon died suddenly on Sunday. He was 57 years old.

He suffered a heart attack, according to his sister.

Muldoon was best known for portraying Austin Reed in "Days of Our Lives," from 1992 through 1995 and again in 2011 and 2012.

Muldoon then portrayed Richard Hart in "Melrose Place." He also appeared in the 1997 sci-fi film "Starship Troopers."

Just two days before his death, Muldoon posted on Instagram about a new project he was producing with Chris Hemsworth and Alec Baldwin.

Muldoon is survived by his partner Miriam Rothbart, as well as his parents and his sister.