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Harry Potter: How Did Remus Lupin Become A Werewolf?
Most Harry Potter fans know Remus Lupin is a werewolf, but how did that happen? We take a look at the character's history. -
The Big Bang Theory: The Vampire Diaries Star Who Was Almost The Pre-Penny Lead
A number of actors were in the running to play Katie, the original female lead of "The Big Bang Theory," including this "The Vampire Diaries" star. -
I Love Chamoy: 3 Things You Didn't Know About The Shark Tank Product
Get ready for a flavor explosion on "Shark Tank" thanks to I Love Chamoy. Here's what you need to know about this sugar-free alternative to a Mexican favorite. -
The Challenge Season 39 Has One Of The Worst Themes Ever
"The Challenge" is taking a huge risk with Season 39, and the choice of theme may undercut one of the series' best features. -
The Big Bang Theory: How Long Were Leonard & Priya Together?
Priya and Leonard were a prominent couple in "The Big Bang Theory." Some fans may want to learn just how long they were together. -
The Challenge 39 Is Not The Cara Maria Return Fans Deserve
Cara Maria Sorbello is finally back on "The Challenge," but the rules of "Battle for a New Champion" will rob her fans of the chance to see a true comeback. -
Big Brother 25 Fans Are Obsessed With A New Duo No One Saw Coming
Week 12 of "Big Brother 25" sees America Lopez jumping from one relationship to another, and it's a move that viewers weren't really expecting. -
The Weird Gossip Girl Mistake That Has TikTok In Absolute Meltdown
A mistake from an episode of "Gossip Girl" has social media buzzing — and debating about who deserves the blame for the error in the first place. -
Shark Tank: Whatever Happened To Bantam Bagels?
For a moment, Nick and Elyse Oleksak seemed readied to conquer the packaged breakfast food market. Sadly, their company didn't stand the test of time. -
Big Brother 25 Spoilers: Week 11 Veto Ceremony And Final Nominations Cause Chaos
After a tough week of competition on "Big Brother 25," the game has flipped on its head as houseguests scramble ahead of the eviction ceremony. -
Big Brother 25 Spoilers: Week 11 POV Winner Revealed With A Twist
A familiar name emerged as the Week 11 Power of Veto winner for "Big Brother" Season 25, but thanks to the Power of Multiplicity, they're not the only one. -
Big Brother 25 Spoilers: Week 11 HOH Winner Revealed
A new Head of Household has been named, it's sending the "Big Brother 25" contestants scrambling. -
Big Brother 25 Spoilers: Jag's POV Plan Is Putting Alliances On Full Display
Jag's Power of Veto scheming has shaken up the dynamics in the "Big Brother" house. Here's where things stand ahead of Thursday's elimination. -
Big Brother 25 Spoilers: Week 10 POV Winner And Ceremony Results Revealed
"Big Brother" Season 25, Week 10 saw this player win the Power of Veto competition for the third time and make a key decision to rescue someone from eviction. -
Big Brother 25 Spoilers: Week 9 POV Ceremony Results (What Did Cameron Do?)
Cameron has made his decision regarding his Power of Veto. Here's what he decided and what the consequences may be on "Big Brother 25." -
NCIS: The Truth About Mark Harmon & Michael Weatherly's Relationship
Mark Harmon and Michael Weatherly were key parts of "NCIS" before their respective exits. But did they get along well on set when they were working together? -
Avatar Theory: James Cameron's Sequels May Be Spoiled By ... Chinese Philosophy?
A Reddit fan theory suggests that James Cameron's Avatar franchise, which is expected to include five films, may be based on the Chinese Wuxing philosophy. -
Friends' Weirdest Theory Is The One Where Phoebe Is A Cold War Spy
Longtime "Friends" fans may be surprised by the amount of theories surrounding the show. One such example claims that Phoebe was a Cold War spy. -
The Big Bang Theory: How Many Episodes Are There In Total?
"The Big Bang Theory" is a mega-popular sitcom that ran longer than even shows like "Friends" or "Seinfeld." But exactly how many episodes are there? -
How Old Are Patrick Swayze & Jennifer Grey In Dirty Dancing (And Is It A Problem)?
Given the controversy related to their characters' age gap, how old are Jennifer Grey's Baby and Patrick Swayze's Johnny supposed to be in "Dirty Dancing?" -
What Happened To Eddie From Below Deck?
Here's what "Below Deck" original crew member Eddie Lucas, who ended up leaving the show twice during its 10-season run, has been up to since his second exit. -
What Happened To Jeffrey Dahmer's Mother, Joyce, In Real Life?
"Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story" renewed interest in the notorious serial killer, as well as his family. Here's what happened to his mother, Joyce Flint. -
Does Pauley Perrette's Abby Return To NCIS After Her Season 15 Exit?
Pauley Perrette's character, Abby, was one of the most iconic personas on "NCIS." Casual viewers may wonder if she ever returned after her Season 15 exit. -
Leslie Jones Won't Forgive Ghostbusters: Afterlife's Jason Reitman Over One Comment
In her memoir, Leslie Jones, who stars in 2016's "Ghostbusters," says she can't get over this comment made by "Ghostbusters: Afterlife" director Jason Reitman. -
Storage Wars: This Weird Statue Barry Weiss Found Is Actually Worth $6,000
Collector Barry Weiss of "Storage Wars" found this unusual wooden sculpture by a California-based artist, and it turned out to be worth thousands. -
Scenes From A Marriage Changed Jessica Chastain And Oscar Isaac's Friendship Forever
Jessica Chastain explains how the emotionally challenging production of "Scenes From a Marriage" changed her friendship with co-star Oscar Isaac.
