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Miami Herald
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Under the European sun: Here's all the tea about Tom Brady and Sofia Vergara
Game on! Maybe. The burning question of the summer of 2025: Are two of the most eligible and sought after singletons on the planet giving it a go? The buzz heard around the world is that Tom Brady and Sofia Vergara are a thing. The retired NFL quarterback and 'Modern Family' actress have been spending time together in Ibiza, Spain, as per Page Six. One source described it as a 'summer romance' that kicked off when they both were aboard Ritz Carlton's Luminara superyacht's maiden voyage over the July 4 weekend. Brady, 47, reportedly asked to be seated next to Vergara, 53, at dinner (there's photographic proof of that on social media) and we gather sparks flew. Back on land, the two are still apparently still getting along swimmingly, and we actually think this relationship could work. Brady lives in Indian Creek Village in Miami Beach, and Vergara, who kicked off her TV career in Miami, is a frequent visitor and has family in town. They're also around the same age, and both have highly scrutinized love lives. Brady split from Gisele Bundchen, with whom he shares two kids, in 2022. Vergara finalized her divorce from 'Magic Mike' hunk Joe Manganiello last April. The Colombiana has a grown son from her first marriage. Last month, Brady was spotted dancing with 'Euphoria' star Sydney Sweeney at Jeff Bezos' wedding to Lauren Sanchez in Venice. The 27-year-old actress has a place in the Keys, so she's also geographically attractive. But our money's on Vergara, who's even a football fan. READ MORE: Sofia Vergara spends quality time in Miami
Forbes
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
10 Great Movies Leaving Netflix At The End Of June
Zoe Saldaña stars in the 2011 action film 'Colombiana.' Another month gone by means more tough goodbyes for Netflix subscribers, as the world's most popular streaming service is once again trimming its lineup. And while most of the departing titles won't make headlines, a few of them are absolutely worth a spot on your watchlist. We're talking: a recent sci-fi epic that demands the biggest screen you have; a surprisingly emotional drama from the 1990s that should have nabbed Robin Williams an Oscar nomination; and an intense psychological thriller that offers one of the best femme fatales we've seen in the 21st century. Whether you're craving a blockbuster, a courtroom drama, or simply a nostalgic throwback, June's Netflix departures are packed with hidden gems and film community favorites. Below, I've picked out ten standout movies you should catch before they're gone. For each movie, I've included trailers and reasons you should watch them. Plus, you can find a full list of every movie leaving Netflix in June at the bottom of this article. These selections span decades, genres and tones, but they all share one thing in common: they're absolutely worth your time. Let's dive in. 10 Great Movies Leaving Netflix In June 2025 At this point, there's no arguing it: Denis Villeneuve has cemented his place as one of the few directors alive who can turn the blockbuster formula into living, breathing pieces of art. And if it was at all in question before, the debate ended after Dune: Part Two. A sequel to 2021's Dune and a direct continuation of the 2021 adaptation of Frank Herbert's seminal sci-fi novel, this chapter picks up again with Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) as he joins the Fremen and embraces the prophecy that posits him as an intergalactic leader. As political machinations across the galaxy threaten to implode, Paul and Chani (Zendaya) must decide whether their love and cause can survive the burden of messianic power. Villeneuve balances grand philosophical stakes with pulse-pounding sequences, resulting in a film that somehow feels both intimate and operatic. It's rare to see a sequel that not only lives up to its hype but elevates its universe in every possible way. Denzel Washington returns for his final ride as Robert McCall—the calm but deadly vigilante with a heart of gold—in the unfortunately underrated third part of the Equalizer trilogy. The Equalizer 3 shifts the franchise to a quieter setting: the sun-soaked coast of southern Italy, where McCall has attempted to settle down and leave his violent past behind. But peace doesn't last long, and before he knows it the local mafia has begun to terrorize the townspeople he's grown to love. Thus, McCall is forced to bring back his brutal skill set for one last mission of justice. What sets this entry apart isn't just the slick, brutal efficiency of the action sequences, but the unexpected tenderness beneath them. Washington brings world-weary gravitas to the role, showing a man who's not just avenging others, but reckoning with his own guilt. Antoine Fuqua's direction keeps the pace tight and the tension simmering, resulting in a satisfying and surprisingly emotional finale to one of the most entertaining action trilogies in modern film. Sure, some movie exist to make us think. But…sometimes you just want yo turn your brain off. And Obsessed is the kind of movie you throw on with a group of friends, snacks in hand, ready to shout at the screen. Idris Elba stars as Derek, a successful financial executive whose life begins to unravel when a temp worker named Lisa (Ali Larter) becomes strangely (well, there's no way to put this) obsessed with him. Beyoncé, in one of her rare film roles, plays Derek's wife Sharon, whose patience wears thin as Lisa's behavior escalates from inappropriate to straight up psychotic. Sure, the plot is pure domestic thriller cheese (think Fatal Attraction meets Lifetime movie), but the movie knows exactly what it is doing and leans into the absurd melodrama. The tension builds to a notorious final-act showdown in this Steve Shill film that has become internet meme royalty, with Beyoncé and Larter squaring off in one of the most over-the-top house fights ever filmed. The early 2000s was such a magical time for legal thrillers, and this one manages to feel just as urgent today as it did two decades ago. Runaway Jury, which adapts John Grisham's novel into a tense courtroom showdown about corporate corruption and manipulation, focuses on a high-profile gun case goes to trial in New Orleans—and before long, the usual jury selection process turns into a strategic battle between two shadowy forces. On one side: Wendell Rohr (Dustin Hoffman), a principled lawyer fighting for justice. On the other: Rankin Fitch (Gene Hackman), a ruthless jury consultant who will stop at nothing to control the verdict. Caught in the middle are a mysterious juror (John Cusack) and his partner (Rachel Weisz), who, wouldn't you know it, have an agenda of their own. Packed with twists, sharp dialogue and powerhouse performances, this Gary Fleder film becomes a cat-and-mouse game of ethics, strategy and power. By the time Retribution hit theaters, Paul W.S. Anderson's Resident Evil series had already embraced its identity as one of the most gloriously over-the-top action-horror franchises around. Yeah, critics missed the point with this series, and especially missed the point with Retribution (seriously, a 28% rating?!). But time has been kind to what I consider to be the best flick of this wonderful hexalogy, as a cult status has formed around what is truly an irreverent experience. This fifth entry goes full sci-fi mayhem, with Milla Jovovich's Alice waking up in an underwater Umbrella Corporation facility and fighting her way through a series of simulated environments, each more chaotic than the last. Clones, betrayals and old enemies aboundn as the franchise becomes its most unhinged and visually experimental. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just in the mood for stylized carnage with strobe lighting and slow motion galore, Retribution is a blast. Functioning as a spiritual spinoff of Forgetting Sarah Marshall, this absolutely wild comedy doubles down on Russell Brand's chaotic charm as Aldous Snow, the drugged-out rock star who needs to be escorted from London to L.A. for a comeback concert. Jonah Hill plays a straight-laced record company intern named Aaron Green in Get Him to the Greek, and he is tasked with keeping Snow on track during a whirlwind 72-hour bender. What follows is a jet-fueled comedy of errors packed with absurd detours, hilarious cameos and surprisingly heartfelt moments of self-awareness. Brand and Hill make an unexpectedly endearing duo, especially as their characters blur the lines between idol and handler, and the script (from director Nicholas Stoller, who also helmed Forgetting Sarah Marshall) keeps the jokes coming at a side-splitting pace. At this point, Get Him to the Greek serves as a reminder of when studio comedies were allowed to be a little wild and a little weird without sacrificing fun. Before she became an action mainstay in franchises like Guardians of the Galaxy and Avatar, and before she won an Oscar for Emilia Pérez, Zoe Saldaña delivered one of her most intense performances in Colombiana—a lean yet kinetic revenge thriller that hasn't earned as much praise as it deserves. Saldaña plays Cataleya, a young woman who witnessed the murder of her parents as a child and has spent her life training to become a deadly assassin. By day, she hides in plain sight. By night, she leaves behind signature orchid imprints on the bodies of the lives she takes. Luc Besson (who delivered movies like The Fifth Element) co-wrote the screenplay, and his fingerprints are all over Olivier Megaton's film—elegant violence, stylized cinematography and a vengeful woman who will stop at nothing to achieve vengeance. Saldaña fully commits to the physical demands of the role, turning a potentially formulaic assassin story into something more personal and powerful. Long live Robin Williams, one of the greatest actors to ever do it—whether it was comedy or drama, the man could act above just about anyone else. And one of his most tender performances comes in this underrated drama from Penny Marshall. Based on the memoir by Oliver Sacks, Awakenings tells the true story of Dr. Malcolm Sayer (Williams), a shy and compassionate neurologist who discovers a drug that temporarily 'awakens' catatonic patients who have been unresponsive for decades. One of those patients is Leonard Lowe (Robert De Niro), who suddenly finds himself grappling with a world that's moved on without him. De Niro received an Oscar nomination for his unforgettable performance, and Williams brings a gentle humanism to a role that could have easily slipped into sentimentality. It's a movie that asks: What would you do if you were given a second chance…knowing it might not last? It's not every day you get a World War II movie that trades gunfire and explosions for art preservation and historical reflection—that is until George Clooney decides to direct a movie. Also starring Clooney in a leading role, The Monuments Men tells the true story of a group of museum curators, art historians and architects tasked with an unlikely mission: tracking down and recovering priceless works of art stolen by the Nazis before they're destroyed forever. Clooney is joined by a stacked ensemble cast that includes Matt Damon, Cate Blanchett, Bill Murray, John Goodman and Jean Dujardin, all playing real-life members of this unlikely team. While the film received mixed reviews for its tonal balancing act, there's no denying the importance of the story it tells. The Monuments Men spotlights a lesser-known chapter of WWII history, one that underscores how culture and legacy can be as worth saving as human lives. The Golden Globes ceremonies taught us that duos don't get much more iconic than Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, and Sisters gives them a perfect playground for their chaotic chemistry. The plot is simple enough: two grown-up sisters return to their childhood home one last time before it's sold, only to decide that the best way to say goodbye is to throw one final house party. But its the absolute chaos that unleashes from such a simple premise that makes Sisters feel timeless. Poehler plays the uptight, responsible one, while Fey is the messier, more impulsive sibling, making their dynamic a total blast as the night spirals into absurdity, all while Maya Rudolph, Ike Barinholtz and John Cena round out a surprisingly hilarious supporting cast. It's the kind of studio comedy we, unfortunately, don't see much of anymore—fun, rowdy and, most importantly, full of heart. Every Movie Leaving Netflix In June 2025 Note: The dates mark your final days to watch these movies.
Miami Herald
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
‘Real Housewives of Miami' stars spill all the tea at white-hot premiere party
It's that time of year again, when it's hot in more ways than one. The glamorous gang that make up Bravo's 'Real Housewives of Miami' was back together Tuesday night at Rosa Negra restaurant in Brickell. One by one, they walked the step-and-repeat with their own stories to tell. Rocking all-white outfits, the fabulous ladies — Alexia Nepola, Lisa Hochstein, Julia Lemigova, Guerdy Abraira, Larsa Pippen, Marysol Patton, Kiki Barth and Adriana de Moura — celebrated Season 7 of the reality show, which premieres at 9 p.m. Wednesday. Everyone seemed to be on their best (ish) behavior, drinking cocktails, taking selfies, dancing and hugging it out. But judging by the trailer, the drama is off the charts this go-around. Expect breakups as well as hookups; serious health issues; tested alliances; and a really fiery Eurotrip. Oh, and one newbie: Real estate tycoon, Stephanie Shojaee, who replaces anesthesiologist Dr. Nicole Martin. The self proclaimed small but mighty Colombiana (née Mejia) admitted trying to fit in with the already tight knit crew was no easy task. 'It was hard, I'm not gonna lie,' she told the Miami Herald with a laugh. 'You're coming in to a bunch of established friends, with their inside jokes and everything.' The welcome wagon wasn't exactly speeding down the tracks. 'It didn't start off amazing, but then it goes great, then s--t hits the fan. A little bit of all that,' teased the jetsetter who runs the Shoma Group with her husband, Masoud Shojaee (Shoma Bazaar, Sanctuary Doral Park, CityPlace Doral). 'They didn't realize how strong and opinionated I was, and I didn't realize how strong and opinionated they were!' Thanks to 'RHOM,' Shojaee will never forget her 40th birthday, which was spent in Spain. 'It was one of the best times in my life, and at the same time, the absolute worst,' she said, adding, 'Now I'm ready for the 'Real Housewives' ride, strapped in and buckled up. I hope everyone else is too, because I'm a handful!' One of Shojaee's rumored besties is Larsa Pippen, who has gone through her share of shenanigans (translation: boyfriends). Fans will now have a front row seat as to what went down between her and Marcus Jordan and why he's in the ex files. The 50-year-old entrepreneur has moved on with basketball player Jeff Coby, who was spotted towering over the crowd at Rosa Negra. Speaking of strong women, Guerdy Abraira had another reason to celebrate at the shindig — her successful battle with breast cancer. The event planner, 47, proudly showed off the scar on her chest from where doctors placed the chemotherapy port. 'I'm doing really good,' she reported. 'I'm trying to thrive and find my footing again. Every day is a blessing. I say, 'Thank you, God,' not, ''Why, God?' With that mentality, I was able to propel forward.' That's the good news. The not so great? Viewers will witness a key friendship fall apart, with the tension between the two a major plot point. It doesn't appear Abraira has patched things up with this unnamed individual and is fine with that. 'Having cancer humbled me big time, and it taught me to trim the fat, get rid of anyone who doesn't want to see you rise to the top,' said the Haitian stunner, wearing a gown of her own design. 'Like, don't play with me this season. For those people who create a storm, then not expect it to rain? Oh, I'll make it rain! I'm taking my power back.' Another one of the show's OGs who seems to have grown exponentially is Lisa Hochstein. The former model very publicly went through the divorce from hell from plastic surgeon Dr. Lenny Hochstein amid cheating rumors, and came through on the other side. How mature is she these days? The 42-year-old brought her ex mother-in-law, Marina, to Tuesday's event, along with her kids. The reality vet, who was also accompanied by beau Jody Glidden, even posed for pics with grandma. The two have beefed on more than one occasion. 'It's called adulting,' said Hochstein simply. 'And this is the way it has to be.' Big life changes are also afoot for Julia Lemigova, who is married to tennis icon Martina Navratilova. The couple document their journey adopting two young brothers this season. 'It's a really exciting time,' the budding opera singer gushed. 'I can't wait for everyone to see it.' Speaking of which, if you can't tune in to Wednesday's premiere, new episodes of 'RHOM' will be available to stream on Peacock the following day. READ MORE: Larsa Pippen is playing matchmaker these days
South China Morning Post
10-06-2025
- South China Morning Post
At least 4 killed as Colombia hit with wave of bombings and gun attacks
Southwest Colombia was rocked by a string of explosions and gun attacks that left at least four people dead on Tuesday, police said, in what appeared to be a coordinated wave of attacks designed to sow terror. It was not immediately clear who was behind the attacks, but guerillas who broke away from the once-powerful Farc rebel army are known to operate in that part of Colombia. The attacks hit Cali – the country's third largest city – and several nearby towns, targeting police stations and other municipal buildings. The National Police chief, Carlos Fernando Triana, told La FM radio that assailants had attacked targets with car bombs, motorcycle bombs, rifle fire and a suspected drone. 'There are two police officers dead, and a number of members of the public are also dead,' he said. Police later said at least two civilians were among those killed, and 12 others were injured.
