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Game of Thrones: The Heartbreaking Reason Sansa Is So Happy to See Theon Again
We didn't know how much we needed to see Theon and Sansa reunite on Game of Thrones until it happened. It's been quite some time since these two saw one another, but they're forever bonded thanks to Ramsay Bolton. Although, their bond actually goes back to season one. Since Theon is Ned Stark's ward, he grew up with the Stark children, and in many ways, he's one of them. But it's more than childhood history that makes seeing Theon and Sansa together again so poignant.
The last time they saw each other, Theon had just overcome the major trauma of being "Reek" to get Sansa to the safety of Brienne. During his time with Ramsay, the Greyjoy heir is beaten, tortured, and degraded. Before Sansa becomes Ramsay's bride, the Bolton bastard has already made Theon a eunuch and put him through unthinkable mental and physical torture. Things only get worse from there. He also forces Theon to give Sansa away in marriage to him since he's basically her brother, and then he rapes Sansa in front of him. Through it all, the Lady of Winterfell knows Theon's in no condition to be her ally, which only makes it all the more surprising when he finds the courage to help her escape.
Only Sansa and Theon truly know how hellish it was to be under Ramsay's control. That's one of the reasons why Sansa pleads with Theon to go North to find Jon with her in season six when Brienne discovers them in the forest after they flee from Winterfell. Theon is too broken to go with Sansa, and instead he goes in search of his sister, Yara. Meanwhile, Sansa reunites with Jon at the Wall. It seemed unlikely that the two would ever see each other again, but when Theon returns to Winterfell in the season's second episode, he receives an emotional hug from his surrogate sister, and later they share dinner together before the battle against the army of the dead begins.
They're so happy to be together again that it almost feels like in another life, they could have ended up together, romantically speaking. But trauma is what binds Sansa and Theon together. They were family before they endured Ramsay, but after suffering at his hands, they have a new sense of respect and love for one another. It's only through sheer force of will that Theon is capable of breaking out of his Reek persona in order to help Sansa escape from Winterfell, and it takes a similar kind of courage for him to face his PTSD and return to his childhood home to fight for her and the rest of the Starks in season eight. The chances of Theon's story getting a happy ending are slim, but his willingness to fight for Sansa and the rest of his surrogate siblings could mean that the Lady of Winterfell will live on after this war is done. And having a hand in her survival is the best possible legacy that Theon could leave behind at this point.
Serious Game of Thrones Question: Has Jon's Direwolf Been With Him This Whole Time?!
Game of Thrones is pulling out all the stops for its final set of episodes, with massive battles ahead and all sorts of character reunions and returns. In Sunday night's second episode of the season, a long-absent character finally reappeared - but not a character of the human kind. Jon's beloved direwolf pet, Ghost, appeared on screen for the first time in years! The shaggy white wolf was spotted in a scene where Jon and Sam are having a serious conversation about whether or not Jon has told Daenerys about last week's massive revelation (aka that Jon is actually a Targaryen - and Dany's biological nephew).
For the most part, Ghost has been absent on screen for a couple of seasons. In reality, it's most likely been a question of practicality: as Jon has been traveling around Westeros, there's no real story need to have his loyal direwolf companion with him, and it would cost a lot of money and time to create the CGI wolf for scenes where he's not really needed. In the world of the story, then, we can safely assume that Ghost has just been chilling out at Winterfell ever since he and Jon arrived back home.
Ghost first appeared at the very beginning of Game of Thrones, when the Stark children found a litter of direwolf puppies. At the time, there were exactly six pups, one for each of the Stark children. Ghost was found separately, the runt of the litter, and adopted by Jon, the illegitimate Stark. Since then, though, the Starks' direwolves have met some tragic fates, much like some of their owners. Lady, Sansa's direwolf, is killed on the orders of Cersei and Joffrey Baratheon for "attacking" Joffrey, while Robb's Grey Wind is murdered with him at the Red Wedding. Summer, who belonged to Bran, dies protecting Bran from wights, and Shaggydog, who belonged to young Rickon Stark, was murdered when Winterfell was under the power of the Boltons.
Currently, only Ghost and his sister Nymeria - Arya's direwolf, who she sent away to save her life - are still alive, and we're hoping we'll see more of Ghost at his master's side in this final batch of episodes!
Not Only Did Sam Kill a White Walker on Game of Thrones, It Was a HUGE Deal
When thinking of "strong" characters on Game of Thrones, Samwell Tarly may not immediately come to mind. But he's done something that many of his physically adept comrades can't claim: he's killed a White Walker. In the final season's second episode, as Winterfell prepares for the big fight against the dead, Sam defends his position on the frontlines by listing some of his greater accomplishments, like slaying one of their zombie enemies. Can't remember when and how he did it?
Back in season two when the White Walkers are still a big mystery in Westeros, the Night's Watch go on a mission to investigate them. They stop at Craster's Keep, something of a safe house run by a wildling named Craster and his many daughter-wives. This is where Sam meets and falls for Gilly, who's pregnant with Craster's baby. Jon Snow finds out that Craster's not exactly the best dad, as he's been sacrificing all of his baby boys to the White Walkers.
Related: Game of Thrones: The Night King Invades Winterfell in the Preview For Next Week's Episode
In season three, during a mutiny led by Night's Watch traitors, Sam and Gilly run away from Craster's Keep with her baby. With their sights set for Castle Black, they stop to rest in a cabin along the way. They end up hearing a bunch of crows squawking like crazy and realize a White Walker has come for them - more specifically, for Gilly's baby, since he skipped the whole sacrifice thing. Sam tries to fight off the White Walker, but it seems impossible until he pulls out a Dragonglass dagger, which he found at the Fist of the First Men in season two. The Night's Watch had encountered White Walkers and wights then, but Sam didn't get in on the fighting action then. This time, however, he manages to stab the White Walker in the back with the dagger. It immediately stops the White Walker, who falls over and completely shatters.
Not only was killing a White Walker a great heroic feat for Sam, who isn't the most adept or interested fighter, but it's the first time anyone on the show discovers that Dragonglass can kill a White Walker. Prior to that, they knew fire could take them down thanks to an encounter Jon had previously. Now that the Night King and his undead army are marching toward Winterfell, many of the soldiers fighting for the living are equipped with Dragonglass weapons. They have Sam to thank for that discovery, and now that he's volunteered to fight as well, maybe he'll even kill more White Walkers.
So Even Daenerys Targaryen Is Cracking Jokes About Kit Harington's Height Now, Huh?
Kit Harington might not be what you'd call "statuesque," but it doesn't make him any less hot. While there has been some debate about the Game of Thrones star's actual height, both Google and IMDB list the 32-year-old as being 5'8".
So, OK. Kit may not be the tall drink of water that some of his costars happen to be. But thanks to a sexy accent, sultry stare, and gorgeous set of curls, we barely even notice.
Someone who has noticed, however? Daenerys Targaryen, aka his love interest in the HBO fantasy series. The powerful character, played by British actress Emilia Clarke, happens to crack a joke about the height of Harington's Jon Snow in season eight's second episode, "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms." When she and Jon's sister, Sansa Stark (Sophie Turner), are discussing what they've given up for the men in their lives, Dany remarks that she used to be with "someone taller." Not even Sansa can help giggling about that.
So, while Kit and Jon Snow are both a bit shorter than Khal Drogo, we can confidently say that we're still very much jealous of Rose Leslie.
We'd Rather Not Talk About Gendry's Past With Melisandre on Game of Thrones, but We Should Anyway
Warning: Spoilers for Game of Thrones ahead!
In the midst of all the lurking danger and upcoming tragedy on Game of Thrones, not everything is terrible for everyone. During Sunday night's episode, a fan-favorite duo finally took the next step in their relationship. After years of separation, followed by this season's reunion, longtime crushes Arya and Gendry finally hooked up! Before they took that big step, they talked about their romantic and sexual histories - and Gendry's got at least one deeply horrifying story in his past.
To recap: Gendry and Arya are separated in season three, when Gendry is sold over to Melisandre, the Red Priestess working with Stannis Baratheon at the time. Melisandre has taken an interest in him because of his Baratheon heritage as the last surviving son of the late king Robert Baratheon, which she reveals to him for the first time. At first, she wants to kill him as a magical sacrifice, but Stannis balks at the idea of killing another of his kinsmen, having recently ordered the murder of his younger brother and rival Renly; he's not even sure if the magic will work. Instead, Melisandre offers to do a test first that won't kill Gendry but will confirm the power of "king's blood."
That's where things get really creepy. Melisandre starts to seduce Gendry, who has never been around a naked woman before and is easily overwhelmed, but she's actually just trying to get his blood moving. As soon as she does, she ties him up and puts leeches on him to collect his blood for a dark ritual. Gendry is kept captive in the meantime, and eventually, Stannis begins to believe that killing his nephew would be beneficial after all. Luckily, Davos is there and secretly sets Gendry free, where he hops into a rowboat and disappears for a few seasons. Although his first sexual experience of any kind was something deeply creepy and violating, at least Gendry has finally been able to make things work (for however short or long a time) with someone who genuinely cares about him.
Reminder: Rhaegar Targaryen's Death Basically Caused Everything on Game of Thrones
Rhaegar Targaryen is arguably the most important Game of Thrones character, and until the season seven finale, we had never even seen him. His death marked the end of a long and complicated rebellion full of forbidden love and a plethora of fighting and murder. If you're wondering how or why he died, or perhaps you've forgotten, we are here to help, because he's definitely an important piece of the Westeros puzzle.
Rhaegar is the eldest son of "Mad" King Aerys II, making him heir to the Iron Throne and Daenerys's oldest brother. The Targaryens are allies with the Lannisters way back when at this time, and Cersei always thought she might marry Rhaegar, but the two families' peace falls apart when the Mad King instead marries Rhaegar to Elia Martell of Dorne, with whom he has two children. But everything really falls apart in the Seven Kingdoms when Rhaegar sees Lyanna Stark at the Tourney of Harrenhal.
Rhaegar is so taken with Ned Stark's sister (who was also Robert Baratheon's betrothed) that when he wins the tournament, he gives the victor's wreath to Lyanna instead of his wife. Several months later, Rhaegar allegedly abducts Lyanna, but we've known from season six and beyond that she actually goes with him of her own free will - and they secretly get married, as we found out back in Game of Thrones' season seven episode "Eastwatch" (though at the time the Game of Thrones characters still all think Lyanna was the victim of kidnap and assault).
This controversy is what spurs Robert Baratheon's rebellion, backed by the great Houses Arryn, Greyjoy, Stark, and Tully. The Lannisters even eventually join the rebellion after the Battle of the Trident, which is where Robert kills Rhaegar with his war hammer.
This defeat is the beginning of the end of the Targaryens, which is why the Lannisters finally join Robert's side - like true Lannisters, they wait to see which side emerges victorious before they make a choice.
After Rhaegar's death, the Lannisters sack King's Landing. Jaime kills the Mad King (thus his nickname, Kingslayer), bannerman Ser Gregor Clegane (aka The Mountain) kills Elia Martell and Rhaegar's two children, and the rebellion is complete. Tywin Lannister marries his daughter Cersei to Robert, and King Robert takes the throne.
However, Rhaegar's line lives on. While all of this is happening during the rebellion, Rhaegar sends his pregnant new wife, Lyanna, to the Tower of Joy under the watch of Kingsguard members Ser Arthur Dayne and Ser Gerold Hightower. Eddard tracks his sister there and is present when she gives birth to Rhaegar's son and heir, Aegon Targaryen. Ned passes the baby boy off as his own bastard because Lyanna asks him to protect the baby from King Robert (who would surely kill Rhaegar's heir if he knew the truth), and that's how Jon Snow comes to be part of the Stark family.
Now, in season eight, there are a select few people privy to this information: Bran, who initially sees the vision of Rhaegar and Lyanna marrying, and then later Lyanna giving birth; Samwell Tarly, who reads about the union in the journals at the Citadel; Jon himself, because Sam tells him in the season eight premiere; and finally Rhaegar's little sister, Daenerys Targaryen.
Naturally Dany's none too pleased to discover that Jon is the rightful heir to the Iron Throne when he divulges this shocking information in the Winterfell crypts in season eight's second episode, "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms." (Even if it does exonerate her brother from all those accusations of rape and kidnapping.) Will she attempt to kill him in next week's episode, when the Battle of Winterfell finally begins? Only time will tell, but hopefully she's learned from her family's history of violence.
Game of Thrones: How Brienne's Words to Jaime at the End of Season 7 Made a Lasting Impact
Warning: Spoilers for Game of Thrones ahead!
Ser Brienne of Tarth, a knight of the Seven Kingdoms, is now Lady Brienne's official title thanks to Jaime. But that beautiful moment that occurs during episode two of Game of Thrones season eight, between the Kingslayer and Brienne, may never have happened without the characters' last encounter at the dragonpit back in King's Landing. At the end of the season eight premiere, things weren't looking great for the Lannister knight. He begins the season's second episode pretty much where he ends the first one: standing before a long line of people who aren't too happy to see him. But Jaime's there because his word is worth risking his neck for. More importantly, he's there because Brienne's words about honor during their last encounter got to him in a major way, as he's quick to subtly remind her as he's making his case for why he should be allowed to fight against the army of the dead.
While Brienne and Jaime have had many scenes together over the years, their last one before reuniting at Winterfell is pretty intense. In the season seven finale, Brienne travels to King's Landing on Sansa's behalf to be part of Jon Snow's party as he tries to convince Cersei that the dead are marching on the Seven Kingdoms. Jaime's at the dragonpit parlay as well, but he's sitting by his sister, Queen Cersei. It's not the first time that he and the Lady of Tarth have been on opposing sides, but the moment feels more loaded than usual because of how high the stakes are.
Despite seeing a wight with her own eyes, Cersei is unmoved by Jon's pleas, especially when he refuses to stay neutral when it comes time for her and Daenerys to battle it out for the Iron Throne. When she decides to let the dead thin out the ranks of her enemies, she leaves the dragonpit with Jaime trailing behind her, but Brienne isn't content to watch a man she knows is honorable give into his worst instincts. She stops Jaime and tells him that he needs to convince his sister to send her army North, and when he brings up honor, she says something that truly leaves the Kingslayer speechless - "f*ck honor."
There's no doubt that Brienne's words spur Jaime to action, and are a major part of why he comes to Winterfell. He tells her as much when he drops a line about how survival trumps honor while pleading his case to Daenerys, Jon, and Sansa. Even though he's not directly speaking to Brienne, she knows his words are meant for her, which leads to her vouching for him with Sansa, and it no doubt plays a role in the knighting scene that occurs later in the episode. Brienne and Jaime have had far more tender scenes than the one that transpires in the dragonpit, but in retrospect, the moment Brienne shocks Jaime is also the moment that sets him on a course for Winterfell. For that reason, the last time Jaime and Brienne saw each other before his arrival in the North could very well be their most pivotal interaction to date.
Game of Thrones: Exactly How Old Are Arya and Gendry?
As Game of Thrones hurtles toward its endgame, moments of joy and lightheartedness will probably become pretty scarce. But viewers were treated to at least one sweet, funny scene in the season premiere when Arya Stark reunites with her old friend Gendry for the first time in several years. Now that they're both older, it wasn't hard to notice some pretty overt flirting between the duo. Like many Thrones characters, though, their ages aren't always clear - here's what we do know about the fan-favorite duo and just how age-appropriate their freshly consummated romance is.
Arya's age is pretty easy to pinpoint. Back in an early season one episode, she actually states her age on screen as 11. With seven years having elapsed on screen, just like in real life, Arya is now 18 years old. It's Gendry whose age has never quite been confirmed. The illegitimate son of Robert Baratheon is already a skilled blacksmith by the time we meet him in the earliest episodes of the series, which would indicate that he would have to be at least in his late teens. The A Song of Ice and Fire novels explicitly indicate that Gendry is about five years older than Arya, which would have put him at 16 in season one and 23 currently. Complicating matters, though, is that a season two episode has Gendry mentioning that he's worked for blacksmith Tobho Mott for 10 years, which would probably mean he's a little older, maybe around 20 years old in season one and 27 now.
The ages of the actors themselves might indicate that the show's version of Arya and Gendry have a slightly larger age gap than their book counterparts. Maisie Williams turned 22 years old on April 15, the day after the season eight Thrones premiere, while Joe Dempsie is 10 years older, set to turn 32 on June 22. Both actors are, in all likelihood, a little bit older than the characters they play, so the best guess would be that there's probably a nine- or 10-year age gap between them. While that might be a hurdle to a romance in other shows, an age gap is one of the smallest complications when it comes to relationships on Game of Thrones. At least they aren't twin siblings!
Listen to That Haunting Florence + the Machine Song From Game of Thrones
In case you weren't already aware, Game of Thrones and the vocals of singer Florence Welch are a match made in heaven. During the credits of season eight's second episode, "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms," we got to Florence + the Machine's take on "Jenny of Oldstones," which is an original tune sung by Podrick Payne earlier on in the episode.
The haunting ballad isn't on the season eight soundtrack - which includes songs from Maren Morris, SZA, The Weeknd, and more - so we're even more excited it made it into the show at all. Truthfully, we can't imagine a more fitting (and ethereal) musician to accompany the eerie ambiance of the series. (No offense, Ed Sheeran.)
Watch the lyric video above, then listen to it on Apple Music, Spotify, and more here.
Jamie Lost His Hand in Season 3 of Game of Thrones - This Is How It Happened
Warning: Spoilers for Game of Thrones ahead!
Jaime Lannister is ready to fight. As Game of Thrones reaches its final battles, the morally ambiguous knight has arrived at Winterfell to take up the Targaryen-Stark cause to fight against the coming onslaught of White Walkers. Although he earns a pardon after Brienne speaks for him and Jon notes that their cause needs every man they can get, Jaime has a slightly different fighting situation than most of his fellow fighters: he only has one hand. He's learned to adapt, but it's worth remembering just how the former elite knight ended up here.
Back in season three, Jaime travels with Brienne of Tarth after leaving the captivity of the Starks. Unfortunately for them, the duo is soon captured by a group of soldiers loyal to the cruel Boltons, who threaten violence against both of them. Jaime is able to stop the soldiers from sexually violating Brienne, but when he tries to use his name and status to get himself and Brienne freed, the soldiers' leader, Locke, is angry, and chops off Jaime's sword hand.
When Jaime returns to King's Landing and is reunited with his sister Cersei, she has him fitted with a steel prosthetic hand dipped in gold, insisting that he begin learning to fight with his other hand now. Since then, he's developed his skills once more, but he's a very different man than when we first met him, both physically and mentally. Cutting off his hand - his sword hand, no less - shook his identity as a knight and soldier, which has forced him into more complex storylines. Now, he may be set to betray Cersei and fight alongside her enemies in the coming battle - fighting on the opposite side with the opposite hand.
A Quick Refresher on How Jaime Got His "Kingslayer" Nickname
Warning: Spoilers for Game of Thrones ahead!
As the final episodes of Game of Thrones continue to unravel, more and more characters who haven't met before are finally coming face to face. In the season's second episode, another new pair of characters finally met: Jaime Lannister and Daenerys Targaryen. The Lannister knight, known as the Kingslayer, comes to Winterfell to keep his promise to stop the White Walkers, regardless of whether or not Cersei follows through with her part of the deal. Dany, however, is not pleased to see him, and is reluctant to do anything except condemn him as a criminal - and she's got a pretty good reason.
Before the series began, as viewers will remember, the Targaryens ruled Westeros, and Jaime was in the Kingsguard of Aerys II Targaryen, Dany's father. However, Aerys had a more popular moniker, the Mad King. Aerys reportedly suffered from a gradual onset of madness, in large part due to the Targaryen tradition of close-relative incest. During the rebellion led by Robert Baratheon, Aerys was killed when Jaime turned traitorous and personally murdered him, paving the way for Robert to claim the throne (and for Jaime's sister-lover, Cersei, to marry the new king and be queen). This earned him the nickname of "Kingslayer," which has followed him ever since.
Although he did turn against the king, Jaime's killing of Aerys wasn't entirely unjustified. During the war, Aerys realized he had been betrayed by the Lannisters and turned to a plan he had hatched long ago. After developing an obsession with wildfire during his decline, he had placed the magical weapon all over King's Landing. When he learned of the Lannisters' betrayal, Aerys intended to set off the wildfire, burning the city and everyone in it, believing he would come through the flames as a dragon. Jaime murdered Aerys to stop this murderous plot - but, in a cruel irony, Jaime's own sister eventually carries out the same plan. In the sixth season, Cersei sets off some of the wildfire to destroy the Great Sept and everyone in it, including religious leaders and the entire Tyrell family, gathered there for Cersei's trial and that of Loras Tyrell.
Dany is ultimately convinced to allow Jaime to fight with her army thanks in large part to Brienne's testimony, although it's clear she hasn't forgiven him for killing her father. Even so, Jaime is a different man now than he was long ago. Whether or not this comes back into play as the final episodes pan out, we can only wait and watch.
Game of Thrones: The Night King Invades Winterfell in the Preview For Next Week's Episode
All hell is about to break loose on Game of Thrones. No, seriously - we've seen the Battle of Hardhome, and the Battle of the Bastards, but season eight's Battle of Winterfell promises to be the bloodiest, longest, and most intense clash of enemies on the HBO fantasy series to air thus far.
The second episode in the season essentially serves to gear up all our favorite characters for the massive fight against the Night King's undead army. We see Arya do someone something, uh, very exciting, as well as Lady Brienne of Tarth finally becoming a knight (which is long overdue, and beyond well deserved). And, next Sunday, we might have to watch them all die. Lovely!
The preview for the third episode begins with a voice-over from MVP Sansa Stark, who declares that, "The most heroic thing we can do now is look the truth in the face." Then, everyone from Jon Snow, to Daenerys, to Theon, is seen preparing for battle, before Brienne screams "Stand your ground!" in the middle of a sprawling line of soldiers.
It's time to start praying for Winterfell, if you're not doing so already.
We Need to Talk About THAT Game of Thrones Sex Scene Right Freakin' Now
Warning: MAJOR spoilers for Game of Thrones ahead!
Just when we thought things were going to get tragic on Game of Thrones, they actually went in the opposite direction. Ever since Jon and Daenerys's arrival in Winterfell during the premiere, tension has been thicker than a bowl of steel-cut oatmeal. But one reunion in particular still gives us the happy kind of intensity - Arya and Gendry. These two have been separated since Gendry was kidnapped by the Brotherhood and sold to Melisandre, but being back together again proves that their childhood crushes have the potential to be more. And, the final season's second episode delivered on that potential in spades.
It starts out with a bit of flirting between the two when Arya comes to check up on the weapon she asked Gendry to make for her. It's obvious that the two know there's chemistry between them, and when Arya demonstrates just how capable of a warrior she is with some sharpened pieces of dragonglass, it's obvious that Gendry is feeling the heat! It all culminates when the two meet up as everyone is preparing for the Great Battle and Gendry finds Arya to give her back her weapon. Arya asks him what Melisandre wanted with him and somehow the conversation leads to how many women the blacksmith has slept with. And as things go, this leads to Arya admitting that she wants to know what making love feels like before she possibly dies and, well, we know how this story goes, folks!
This has been a long time coming for fans of Arya and Gendry, and they are definitely feeling the love! Check out some of the best reactions to the sex scene (which was surprisingly tasteful for Game of Thrones, only a bit of sideboob) ahead!
100 True Crime Books That Prove Fact Is Stranger Than Fiction
Do you think "true crime" refers just to the work of serial killers? Think again. Whether you're fascinated by robbers, kidnappers, gunslingers, fugitives, outlaws, white-collar criminals, gang members, Mafia dons, assassins, or cold-blooded murders, true crime covers it all. We've rounded up some of the best true crime books of all time - including memoirs, journalistic investigations, and real-life stories so crazy, they read like fiction - and we bet even the biggest true crime fans haven't heard of them all. Check out the gallery to see the wildest tales of deception, corruption, and destruction that have ever been published.
7 Horrifying Demons, Monsters, and Spirits You'll See in Annabelle Comes Home
If you ask me, the Annabelle doll is one of the most iconic (and terrifying) parts of The Conjuring's ever-expanding universe. The doll, which is based on a real-life Raggedy Ann, was first introduced in The Conjuring and has been scaring the sh*t out of us ever since. Her popularity grew so much that she was eventually given her own prequel series! And so, Annabelle and Annabelle: Creation joined the larger timeline. But now, in Annabelle Comes Home, we're slamming right back into the present with Ed and Lorraine Warren and their daughter, Judy (played by Haunting of Hill House's McKenna Grace).
In December 2018, I visited the Los Angeles set of the third Annabelle film, where I got all sorts of fun tidbits about the next chapter in the Warrens's universe. The horror flick takes us right back to where we last left the cursed doll. In fact, the first scene of the movie will be the same as the first scene in The Conjuring: Ed and Lorraine visit a group of nurses who have been having problems with the Annabelle doll, and they decide to take it and lock it away in their infamous artifact room. So sets the scene for the movie - it's in that space between The Conjuring and The Conjuring 2. And though the Warrens appear in the film, it's really going to focus on Judy, her babysitter Mary Ellen, and two friends: Bob and Daniela.
The kids have been left to their own devices in the Warren home, and unfortunately, our girl Annabelle gets loose and begins to "activate" all kinds of cursed objects in the artifact room, as we see in the terrifying trailer. During my visit, producer Peter Safran described it as "Night at the Museum in the artifact room." So yeah, things are going to get pretty wild. And luckily for you, I was able to get the lowdown on a few of the demons (and a couple of fun Easter eggs!) we'll see onscreen.
Game of Thrones: If You Really Think About It, the Night King Could Absolutely Be a Stark
Warning: spoilers for Game of Thrones are all over this!
There are a lot of mysteries we still have to solve in Game of Thrones, and we only have one season left to do it. There's only five more hours (give or take a few minutes) left of the entire series, and we're still trying to figure out all things surrounding the Night King. Like, is he going after someone specifically? How are our heroes supposed to kill him when they don't even know what he wants? And the biggest question of all: who is the Night King?
Obviously fans have some ideas on the Night King's identity, and the most popular theory is that he's actually Bran Stark, with his mind trapped in the body of the First Man who is kidnapped by the Children of the Forest and turned into the Night King. Though the theory is depressingly dismal enough to happen in the world of Game of Thrones, actor Isaac Hempstead Wright has been pretty convincing denying that particular theory. But even if the Night King isn't that particular Stark (still a hard maybe), that doesn't mean he isn't a Stark at all. We've talked about why the Night King may be a Targaryen, but here are some clues that point to him having begun his life as a Stark.
He Was a First Man Captured by Children of the Forest
This is the most important clue there is to the identity of the Night King. In season six, the Three-Eyed Raven shows Bran the creation of the Night King. The Children have a First Man (played by the actor who portrays the Night King) tied up to a weirwood tree at the center of the spiral pattern, where they stab him with a dragonglass dagger, thus turning him into the first White Walker, who would later be the King. The White Walkers - properly known as the Others - emerged from the far north during the Long Night, a decades-long night that fell upon Westeros about 8,000 years ago (before the Targaryens came to Westeros after the Doom of Valyria).
It's well-known that the Starks are descendants of the First Men, so it's more than fair to to assume that the Night King was a Stark himself, or that the Starks are his descendants. It would definitely explain why he seems to have such strong connection to Bran and Jon, so much so that it seems like they're two of his main targets. This could also be explained by the theory that the First Man that joined forces with the Children to defeat the Others was actually Bran the Builder. He would go on to work with the Children to build the Wall along with Storm's End, Winterfell, and Hightower.
So, if one Stark - Bran the Builder - helped repel the Night King - another Stark - and his White Walkers and put magical protections into place to help defend against them (like the Wall), it would explain why the Night King is so hell-bent on getting those meddling Stark kids. He was betrayed by his own and wants to get some revenge!
His Starry Eyes Are Part of an Old North Legend
The discovery of the Night King's seven-pointed stars pupils led fans to the legend of Symeon Star-Eyes, a Stark knight from the A Song of Ice and Fire book series who is first mentioned by Bran (which has its own implications right there). Symeon lost both his eyes and replaced them with "star sapphires." If one of their own became the ultimate Other, it would explain why Brandon destroyed all mention of the Night King's name from history - the shame on House Stark would be immense. And again - it would explain why Bran and Jon have such a deep connection to the Night King, and why they feel such a sense of duty to take him down. He's one of their own, gone rogue!
The White Walker March Formation Looks Like the Stark Sigil
In season seven, when the Night King is leading is White Walker and wight army on their deathly march, we zoom out to see the army from overhead. And what sigil do they manage to make out? The Stark direwolf. It's hard to believe that the likeness is a coincidence.
So, is the Night King a Stark? Is he Bran? (Probably not.) Or is he just some poor unfortunate man who met the wrong end of an icy blade a bunch of years ago? Here's hoping we'll finally get an answer to the ultimate question by the end of season eight . . . or we'll have to wait for the prequel.
This Cute Lisa Frank Nail Art Would Go Perfectly With Your Favorite '90s Trapper Keeper
If you're a '90s kid with a love of nostalgic beauty experimentation, this Lisa Frank nail trend is about to bring rainbows and unicorns to your life. Just like the Trapper Keepers from your middle school days, no detail is spared to make this colorful nail art pop.
Talented artists like Instagram user @sweetandsavynails put their talents into creating custom designs with the Technicolor leopard print, dolphins, and unicorns, Lisa Frank-lovers know so well. Get a closer look at the Lisa Frank nail trend ahead, and bookmark your favorite snaps for your next manicure. This nail art makes a statement no matter which look you choose, so why not try a few?
Spring Scents Are in the Air, Thanks to These 77 Fresh and Floral Candles
Spring brings daffodils, blue skies, and warm weather that we want nothing more than to bask in. Things only seem to get better during the springtime - the mood is lighter, the air is sweeter, and it feels like there are endless possibilities for fresh starts. With some of the coolest makeup trends (sunflower nails, we mean you) and the hottest styles we've seen in months, it's crazy to think that Spring could bless us with more, but lo and behold, it did.
Let us introduce you to the best Spring candles on the market. With intoxicatingly perfect floral scents and gorgeous packaging, we wouldn't be surprised if we spent more money on these candles than on springtime bouquets. It's safe to say that these candles are basically a Spring day in candle form. They also make great Mother's Day gifts, so we may need to buy two of each. Let these brighten up your season and fill your home with rich scents that you'll be dreaming about long after the last flower has bloomed.
Amazon Has a Beauty Bestsellers List, and These Are the 17 Game-Changing Items to Buy
Ready for a little beauty shopping intel? Amazon has a list of bestselling hair, skincare, and makeup products with thousands of incredible reviews. Whether you want an eye gel to combat dark circles, a toner to get rid of acne, or a blow-dryer brush that saves time, the site has some impressive options. We curated a list of the bestsellers you should know about, so get to shopping.
All Hail the Queen and King of Westeros in This Gorgeous Game of Thrones Wedding Shoot
Ever since Jon Snow bent the knee to Daenerys at the end of season seven, we have been on the edge of our seats waiting to see what a wedding in Winterfell might look like. After all, a union between Daenerys and Jon looks pretty inevitable - unless, of course, the fact that they're related bothers them at all. Thanks to the team at Top Knots CoWorking, who styled this shoot, all of your Jon and Daenerys Winter-themed wedding visions have been brought to life in one elegant and enchanting photo shoot that absolutely captures the idea that Winter is here.
From the beautiful Great Dane in place of a direwolf to a glass dragon egg, swords, fur, and blood-red flowers, this styled Game of Thrones shoot pulled out all the stops, and it totally paid off because now I can't get that dramatic theme song out of my head. With all the snow on the ground and the heat between each of the models - inspired by Jon, Daenerys, and Sansa - this shoot truly makes it look like a wedding of ice and fire. Keep reading to see the gorgeous outcome of the shoot and to see how many Game of Thrones references you can spot.
I Didn't Have a Bachelorette Party and I Don't Feel Like I Missed a Thing
When my now husband arrived from Ghana as my fiancé, we had 90 days to get married or he would have to leave the country. Yep, we are a true 90 Day Fiancé-type story. Well actually, our engagement started months before his arrival, but we had a deadline. And fortunately for us, we were ready the moment we met to say "I do," so the quickness of our nuptials didn't scare us or have us second-guessing ourselves. It did however, not give us time to plan or have certain traditional pre-wedding celebrations, like bachelor and bachelorette parties and a wedding shower. Do I feel a pang of sadness about missing out on this typical rite of passage before getting married? Not at all.
I had never really dreamed of my bachelorette party. I always loved (and still love) a good dance party with my girls, but the importance of that "last single night" really held no weight with me. I've danced in New York City clubs until the early hours, been to burlesque bars, and even fell asleep in a taxi at dawn after a long night while celebrating other friends' bachelorette parties. But when it comes to my own kind of celebrating, I'm more of a go-to-sleep-early-with-a-good-book-or-Netflix kinda gal. I guess I could have invited my friends over for some rom-coms and seltzer, but that didn't seem like a necessary idea considering life and friendships go on after marriage, and I would still have plenty of nights with my girls.
And honestly, a lot of my best friends are scattered all around the globe. From California to Fiji, it would have been really hard (and a lot to ask) to try to get everyone to fly to one place to make it work. Not to mention the cost. And for my husband who had just moved far away from every friend he knew, a bachelor party wasn't really an option for him, either. And we were both totally fine with that. Getting married and becoming a family was our biggest priority, and everything else - all those smaller details - just didn't seem necessary to us. Why put that pressure on ourselves and our loved ones?
We had no wedding either, just a tiny exchange of vows in an extra tiny chapel. I threw a bouquet to my mom and cut store-bought cake in the back of my dad's car. And it was perfect. We did it all pretty unconventionally and in our own way, which is a lot like our love.
And now that I'm married, I look forward to having so many other nights out with my girls. I'm always down for more dance parties - I just might need to go home by 9 p.m.
Ditch Your Jeans! We Found the 55 Best Travel Dresses For Spring and Summer
Traveling in constricting jeans or pants is the worst. Ditch your denim for something much more comfortable: a dress. There are plenty of options that are light and floaty so you can relax on a plane or long road trip. We curated a selection of the very best options that are easy to pack, wrinkle-free, and incredibly cute. Shop through these genius choices and get yourself one before your next vacation. Consider it a smart investment.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
100+ Gifts Your Man Will Love (and Actually Use!)
Gift shopping for guys can be notoriously tricky. It's easy to go the kitschy and cute route, but sometimes, we want our man to have something meaningful, too. We've rounded up more than 100 gift ideas at every price point, from fun cocktail glasses to beautiful leather accessories and bags. Take a look at the best gifts for those moments when you feel like he deserves something nice for no special reason at all.
- Additional reporting by Hilary White and Lauren Harano
The Ultimate Road Trip Playlist
Real talk: road trips are the best kind of trip. Not only do you save money on expensive plane tickets, but you're also able to enjoy gorgeous countryside scenery and bond with your best friends or family. Not to mention, snacks just taste better when you're on the open road. No? Just us? Anyway, to really kick your travels into high gear, put on this playlist that's perfect for the car. Sit back, relax, roll down your windows, and turn it up!
Why I'm So Glad I Got My Heart Broken
I'd gotten my heart broken many times before, but this time, it felt different. There was an amazing sense of clarity that came along with knowing this time - no really - this time was it. This was the last time I'd let the same guy break my heart, like he had been doing over and over again for the past seven years.
As I laid on the floor of my apartment and replayed my final words on the phone to him, I knew I'd truly meant it when I asked him to never, ever call me again. "If you care about me at all, let me move on," I said. And then I hung up on him, something I'd been doing for nearly a decade. It would be the last time, though, after years of being lied to, cheated on, and emotionally manipulated. Somehow it finally clicked in my brain: this is not the guy for you - even though I'd sworn he was the one. But "the one" wouldn't make me feel this bad. He wouldn't treat me like I barely mattered, and at last, I got it. That's why I'm so beyond thankful this guy broke my heart - although maybe not repeatedly - because after a very long time spent going back to him again and again, I knew what I needed in a relationship.
"Had I not fallen in love with someone totally wrong for me, I may not have known what a healthy relationship wasn't. It's not when someone cheats, lies, and makes you feel unimportant."
I was 19 and he was 20, and it was love at first sight for me. I felt like the luckiest girl in the world when he showed an interest in me, too. Of course, he showed an interest in a lot of girls, so I guess that should have been a red flag. But I was young, in love, and didn't have any way of knowing that his wandering eye and fear of commitment would torment me well into my 20s.
Back in college, we got serious quickly, or at least, that was my understanding of the relationship, mainly because we spent every waking hour together. During that time he told me he loved me more than anything in the world, but I guess not more than being with other women. After about a year together, I found out he cheated while on vacation, and I broke it off. That would be the first time he shattered my heart into pieces.
Right around the time I'd patched those pieces back together is when he'd call and swear he loved me, missed me, and would change. I wanted so badly to believe him. So I did. When he went off to graduate school, I wanted to make it work. I was still madly in love with him, so I "understood" when it took him a long time to return my calls and when he couldn't visit on a given weekend. Yeah, you guessed it. He was cheating again.
We broke up, and I began dating someone else. It would be years before we reconnected. I'd moved to New York City and he lived in Los Angeles. He got in touch and wanted to see me while he was on my coast. Why I agreed to a meeting, I'll never know. Probably because I was curious. Did I still have feelings for him? Of course I did.
Our weekend together left my heart yearning for another visit. So I traveled to the other side of the country, hoping for more. We enjoyed our time together and talked about a potential future, but he had his own life in California, and for now, it didn't include me. I left brokenhearted - again. Years of trying to get him out of my mind and my life for good proved unsuccessful. He'd always call or email and tell me he was thinking about me. And, like a fool, I'd go to LA to see him.
I got sucked into the mind games the last time when I was 26. Maybe I'd matured, or maybe I'd just reached my quota for bullsh*t. Either way, I'd just returned from a trip to see him and asked if he could come out to New York to accompany me to a friend's wedding. As per usual, he gave me a million excuses why it wasn't a good time. His friend was having a party. He was broke. Blah, blah, blah.
That was the day I finally had had enough. That day, I told myself I wouldn't date anyone who wouldn't put me first. I just wanted to meet a guy who was nice to me. Was that so much to ask? Turns out, it wasn't. A few weeks later, I met the man who would become my husband. He was the complete opposite of the jerk I'd dated for most of my adult life. He always called when he said he would. He listened to me. He was nice to me. He made it clear I was his priority in life. I never looked back.
OK . . . I did for a minute. But only because one day, years after I'd gotten married, the ex reached out over Facebook to see how I was doing. I didn't respond, but what I found out later from a mutual friend is that he'd sent me that message on his wedding day! I couldn't believe it. I learned he got divorced soon after. All I could think was that I dodged a bullet, and that I am so grateful he broke my heart.
Had I not fallen in love with someone totally wrong for me, I may not have known what a healthy relationship wasn't. It's not when someone cheats, lies, and makes you feel unimportant. It's hard to believe I put up with being treated like that for so long. In a way, it was worth it, though. Had I not been overlooked and underappreciated, I may not have learned to value the little ways my now-husband has always made me feel so special.
Like how, on one of our first dates, he wanted to know all about me; where I'd traveled, what my dog was like, where I saw myself in 10 years. How he never shied away from making real plans for our future. How he did what he said he was going to do, and still does. And most of all, I never have to doubt his love or devotion to me.
It's Party Time! These 47 Bridal Shower Games Will Get Your Gathering in Full Swing
When it comes to the bridal shower, nothing breaks the ice better than a good game. To keep it easy on the maid of honor, we found affordable and printable games that are sure to be a hit. Take your pick from Mad Libs that offer humorous advice, a guilty game of "he said, she said," or even a couples' bucket list for the adventurous bride. Whatever you choose to print or play, these games will get the party started and memories flowing - just in time for her big day!
- Additional reporting by Emily Bibb
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Can You Hyperlink Text in an iPhone Email? We Have the Annoying Answer
One of the advantages (or disadvantages, depending on how you slice it) of having an iPhone is being connected 24/7. You can be reached by anyone at any time, and that includes work emails. If you use your smartphone a lot to send quick responses to coworkers and bosses, you've probably wondered if you can hyperlink text in the Mail app, which means highlighting certain key words for someone to click on to bring them to a specific website instead of having to click on the long (and usually pretty ugly-looking) URL. And the answer is, honestly, pretty annoying.
You can easily add websites to an email in your iPhone's Mail app. All you have to do is type out the whole URL, put a space after, and then send the message off. It should automatically show up in the recipient's email inbox linked and ready to be clicked on. Easy enough.
But when it comes to hyperlinking text, that's when things get a little confusing. You can't hyperlink text that's not the website URL. This means that if you would like to have the blue link show up as a fancier "Click Here" as opposed to a string of letters, periods, and slashes from a URL, you're out of luck.
After a lot of frustrating online research on ways to possibly get around this, and even a chat with someone at Apple's Genius Bar, it looks like this capability is not yet available for the iPhone's Mail app. So for now, all of those work emails containing URLs sent from your phone will have to look a little sloppy. In the meantime, at least we have the space bar hack!
5 Millennial Brides Confess the Trendiest Things They Tried at Their Weddings
More and more brides are planning their wedding and kicking out the old-school traditions that stand in their way. They are shaking their head at the idea of tossing the bouquet and sticking their tongue out at choosing to wear a white wedding dress. Millennial brides are designing and planning their wedding to look less like it came out of a wedding magazine from 1988 and more like it came straight off of Pinterest, with the help of Etsy, of course.
Wondering what trends work the best with which kind of wedding? Here are five millennial brides who confessed the trendiest thing they tried at their wedding and what happened when they tried it.
This Mickey T-Shirt Is the Quickest $26 I've Ever Spent at Zara
How do I explain to you that this day is the best day ever simply because I bought this t-shirt, without you thinking I'm exaggerating? What if I told you my two favorite things in the world are Disney and running, then would this all start to make sense? And let me just say, as a fashion editor who appreciates a good Zara haul, I have never in my life (seriously, not once!) arrived at Zara's site and checked out immediately with just one item in my cart. In my experience, you don't just buy something at Zara without browsing through virtually every category. You could be missing great things!
But, my friends, this time I knew there was simply nothing better than this tee. Your Fendi baguette may be your most prized possession, but something like this is mine. I treasure the shirts that make strangers stop dead in their tracks at Epcot and point at me, wide-eyed, begging, "Where did you get that? Did you find that here?" I can picture it now - how I'll smirk, knowingly, and nod my head. "It's pretty great, right? I got it a long time ago at Zara." Also, JIC you think I am all talk and didn't actually go through with this transaction exactly as I've detailed above, you can scroll for pure proof. My fellow Disney freaks, marathon runners, and Zara shoppers everywhere, I invite you to join me.
Related: 10 Tips For Planning the Most Stylish Disney Outfits of Your Life
Anthropologie's Swimsuit Selection Is So Good, You Won't Be Able to Pick Just 1
It's time to defrost from the bone-chilling days of Winter and prepare for the sultry Summer season ahead - where the sun sets late, the temperature is warm, and our puffer coats and snow hats are exchanged for swimsuits and flip-flops. Before you know it, we'll be loading up the sunscreen, which is why it's time to start thinking of the wardrobe and, more specifically, swimwear that you want to wear this year. The good news is Anthropologie's latest collection has us ready to strip off the layers and switch to swimsuits with its gorgeous florals, high-waisted sets, and beautiful one-pieces that flatter every figure imaginable. We couldn't be more excited to sunbathe in these praiseworthy swimmers. Ahead, shop all of the Anthropologie pieces we can't wait to wear while we soak up the sun!
Related: The 22 Swimsuits You're Going to See Everywhere in 2019
Here's Why Fashion Girls Are Obsessed With Game of Thrones
You tune in to Game of Thrones for the epic plot twists and dramatic battles, but for the fashion obsessed, there's an added bonus: style like we've seen nowhere else. Each week, we wait with bated breath to learn the fate of Arya, Sansa, and the rest of the Stark brood, but if we're being honest, we're equally excited to see what our favorite characters are wearing when all the drama goes down.
Medieval-inspired gowns, fierce battle gear, and a skin-baring look or two from the Mother of Dragons have all captured our attention. And now that the last season has started, the only thing getting us through the impending finale is the chance to relive all the stunning style moments.
- Additional reporting by Rayna Rossitto
What's Old Is New Again When Kate Middleton Adds a Brooch Onto This Coat
For Easter services at St George's Chapel with the queen, Kate Middleton pulled out an old favorite look for the holiday. In 2014, Kate wore this very same Alexander McQueen coat in Sydney. Only, she didn't accessorize with her stunning acorn brooch. This year, Kate completed her ensemble with a gray Jane Taylor hat, her Robinson Pelham wedding earrings, suede Emmy London pumps, and a matching clutch.
The color of Kate's outerwear is what gets me - it's got just a touch of pale blue and reminds me straight away of the pastel M&Ms and Peeps that will likely be in my Easter basket downstairs. (I think the Easter bunny will still be bringing me a basket when I'm 35, but I digress . . .)
I also love how streamlined this silhouette is. The cut is sophisticated, but the color is soft and springlike, making for a festive, classy outfit. If you're into the shade like I am, scroll to check out some similar pieces I found, since Kate's custom Alexander McQueen design is truly one of a kind.
The Hands-Down Best One-Piece Swimsuits For YOUR Body
Now that Summer is on the horizon, it's time to stock up on some new swimsuit styles to ring in the warm-weather season. While we always love a bikini for every day of the week (and then some), we're currently a little obsessed with swimsuits of the one-piece variety. From lace-up fronts to high-hip cuts, belted waists and striped patterns alike, there are too many trend-driven swimsuit styles to count this coming season.
As you carefully choose your selection for the coming Summer, however, make sure to pay particular attention to the most flattering styles for your particular body type. Whether you boast a large or small bust or dress for a pear, hourglass, athletic, or other shape, here are the best one-piece swimsuits for every body type.
Ditch Your Jeans! We Found the 55 Best Travel Dresses For Spring and Summer
Traveling in constricting jeans or pants is the worst. Ditch your denim for something much more comfortable: a dress. There are plenty of options that are light and floaty so you can relax on a plane or long road trip. We curated a selection of the very best options that are easy to pack, wrinkle-free, and incredibly cute. Shop through these genius choices and get yourself one before your next vacation. Consider it a smart investment.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Toes, It's Time to Make Your Summer Debut in These Hot Sandals and Wedges - All From Target!
Target is preparing us for warmer weather, and, let's be honest, we couldn't be more ready. The superstore's new 2019 Spring and Summer shoes include cute slip-on sandals, cork wedges, espadrille platforms, and so many other seasonal styles. Take on the heat in fresh footwear that will complement any sundress, every beach cover-up, and absolutely everything in between.
So if you're looking to step up your Spring and Summer style, look no further than Target.
34 Spring Outfit Ideas to Borrow From Your Favorite Models
A little style inspiration is always necessary when dressing for a new season. It's not that we don't know how to wear the trends - we just desire a fresher, more creative way to rock our key pieces. While most of us can get instant inspiration from the 'gram, we look to select models who have springtime dressing down to a science.
From LA to NYC, they provide endless inspiration on the go, often in varying weather. You might assume their stylists are the gurus behind their impeccable looks (sometimes that's correct), but we're betting girls like Kendall Jenner and Elsa Hosk have an eagle eye of their own for what looks good. Ahead, we broke down all the models' best warm-weather outfits. Go ahead and borrow some dressing tips, then get your Spring shopping game on.
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