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mercredi 8 mai 2019
The Avengers: Endgame Moment That Proves What Fans Knew All Along - Steve Rogers IS Worthy
Warning: This story contains MAJOR spoilers for Avengers: Endgame, so read at your own peril.
One of the greatest moments in Avengers: Endgame happens near the very end of the film, during the great battle against Thanos. You see, before the Avengers are reunited with everyone who's been dusted, they're in a pretty dire situation. A past version of Thanos from 2014 has enlisted the help of his daughter, Nebula, to switch places with her 2023 self who is currently on a mission to retrieve the Infinity Stones with the rest of the Avengers. Past Nebula opens a time portal for Thanos to travel to the present, where he uses his spaceship's weapons to reduce the Avengers compound to rubble.
Thor, Tony, and Steve go to battle with Thanos while the others attempt to climb out of the destroyed compound. Thanos repeatedly knocks down Tony and Thor, which leads to the aforementioned epic moment: Captain America calls Mjolnir to him and wields both Thor's hammer and his own shield to knock the Mad Titan around. I'm not going to lie to you folks, I was incredibly geeked (there might have been a cry of "f*ck yes" from my lips), and so were the other fans at my screening. Not only does Steve look incredibly awesome wielding both weapons to take Thanos down a peg, but it's such an awesome callback to the comics and previous Marvel films.
Avengers: Age of Ultron teases the idea that Steve might be able to move the hammer during an early, lighthearted scene in that film. The Avengers are enjoying a rare night of relaxation at Tony's place when they all start attempting to move Thor's hammer. Out of everyone else (including Tony using his Iron Man glove), Steve is the only one who is able to slightly budge the hammer. Thor is the only one who notices, and his reaction is hilariously shaken - which is completely contrasted in Endgame when he actually shouts in elation when Steve is able to pick it up. Of course, in Age of Ultron, Vision is the one who is able to wield the hammer with no difficulty, but we've been waiting for Steve's moment with Mjolnir all the same.
Why Can Captain America Wield Thor's Hammer?
It's pretty simple really: Steve Rogers is worthy. That's Mjolnir's whole shtick. The weapon's inscription reads "Whoever holds this hammer, if they be worthy, shall possess the power of Thor." Whether or not you're actually as strong as Thor or a god like him, the qualification is about your worthiness rather than your ability. That's why there have been points where Thor isn't able to lift up the hammer, like in his titular film. In Endgame, Thor is obviously relieved when he's able to call and hold Mjolnir when he travels back in time to collect the Aether.
Does Captain America Wield Thor's Hammer in the Comics?
Since the qualification to wield Mjolnir is more about worthiness than strength, it shouldn't be surprising that Steve isn't the first or only person other than Thor to hold the hammer in the comics. Beta Ray Bill, an alien warrior with a horse's face, has also picked up the mystical hammer. In fact, Beta Ray Bill is the original wielder of Stormbreaker, which Thor gains in Avengers: Infinity War. Steve's Captain America picks up Mjolnir about five times in the comics, though he doesn't really use the hammer for himself the first time. In Endgame, Steve uses Mjolnir for the rest of the film and still has it right before he travels back in time to return the Infinity Stones.
Why Is Captain America Worthy of Wielding Thor's Hammer?
This is generally a question one asks themselves, but it's worth noting that Steve isn't able to wield Mjolnir before Endgame, so something must have changed after Age of Ultron. We can only assume, but it's probably to do with Steve's personal feelings. In Age of Ultron, he's still pretty fresh from being taken out of the ice from 1945 and lost in the modern world. The only tie he has to his former life is Peggy, who is well into old age and suffering from dementia. So it's safe to say he wasn't feeling very worthy of anything at that time. All he has is the next fight, the next mission, and he fears that he can't live a life of peace, which Scarlet Witch reveals when she makes the Avengers dream their worst fears.
In Endgame, all Steve wants is to bring peace back to the world and finish fighting. We can assume he has some inkling of what he'll do if they do win the battle, so going back home is finally within reach. He finally feels worthy because he has something other than the next battle to fight for, and it's to give his friends and family, and even himself, some peace for once in a long time.
Sophie Turner and Richard Madden's Sweet Met Gala Reunion Is a Victory For the North
Game of Thrones is coming to an end, but as long as the cast hangs out IRL, "the pack survives." Sophie Turner and Richard Madden were the latest costars to meet up out of character when they reunited at the Met Gala on Monday in NYC. It's been years since they shared the screen as siblings Sansa and Robb Stark, but fans were still left spinning after photos of their sweet behind-the-scenes moments surfaced.
The newly married Sophie walked the red carpet with husband Joe Jonas while Richard arrived solo - although some would say his smolder packed enough power for two people. He and Sophie later found each other at the exclusive Met Gala dinner, and their reactions were nothing but pure joy. There's no way to know for sure what caused their ecstatic embrace, but if I had to venture a guess, I'd think wedding well-wishes were involved. See photos of their cute reunion ahead, and keep reading for funny fan reactions.
How a Key Element of Iron Man's Journey Plays Into His Story in Avengers: Endgame
Much like it's predecessor did when it left more than half of everyone's favorite heroes dusted to the great beyond, Avengers: Endgame is leaving Marvel fans emotionally gutted. While the film is a great deal more restrained than Avengers: Infinity War when it came to killing off Avengers, the few deaths that do occur are devastating enough on their own. And the death that has sparked perhaps the most passionate response from fans is, unsurprisingly, the death of the man who started it all - Iron Man's Tony Stark.
"I think in a way Tony Stark was meant to die, and he always knew he was going to die because he could never reconcile that notion in himself of not protecting the universe," co-director Joe Russo told Entertainment Weekly. "I think that was always a spark in him, always seeing that there was danger coming on the horizon and that someday, he and that danger would meet."
When you look back on Tony's journey throughout all the Marvel films, his being unable to resist helping "avenge" the Earth in times of need is a constant theme. It's also a big strain on his relationship with Pepper Potts, who is always frightened that she'll lose him to the various dangers that present themselves to him. In a character-defining scene from Iron Man, the two have an argument where Pepper tells him that she doesn't want to be part of what could possibly kill him, but he convinces her to stay. "I shouldn't be alive unless it's for a reason," he tells her. "I finally know what I have to do and I know in my heart that it's right."
That line of thinking is present in all of Tony's actions throughout the years and it's why he's eager to be part of the Avengers, so much so that he provides the funds for all their operations and builds Avengers Tower. While we all know that Steve Rogers has the pep talks down to a science, Tony's unwavering dedication to fighting the good fight is what makes him a central motivating member of the team. It's also what keeps him putting on the suit, no matter how much of a "normal life" he attempts to have.
"Stark is the most formidable of all of them," Joe said. "Because of his heart."
In Infinity War, right before Thanos's children touch down in New York City, Tony and Pepper talk about the possibility of having children. Pepper tells her husband that if he wanted kids, he wouldn't have made another arc reactor because he doesn't need it. Tony responds that he's just "trying to protect us." Of course, moments later, the safety measure proves useful when Thanos and company invade Earth. But the argument itself is an example of how hard it has always been for Tony to let go of his hero ways, which is why it's no shock that he goes back to them in Endgame.
Even the fact that he's finally achieved the ideal family life with Pepper and their daughter Morgan, can't keep Tony from figuring out how to successfully time travel using Pym Particles when Scott Lang presents the challenge to the Avengers. And so he suits up once again, this time determined not to lose what he's gained in the five-year time jump and save the world for his family.
In the end, Tony does manage to save the world, but it's at the cost of his own life. He dies on the battlefield with his wife, Pepper, best friend, Rhodey, and protégé, Peter Parker, at his side. His use of the Infinity Stones to reverse Thanos's snap burns his body with gamma radiation and leaves him unable to speak, but the Russo brothers revealed that it was actually Robert Downey Jr.'s choice to have Tony go out without any last words. (Aside from declaring, "I am Iron Man." right before he snapped his fingers, of course.)
"That was his instinct saying, 'I'm going to be truthful to what this situation is,'" Joe explained. "He just got destroyed by this glove. We saw what it did to the Hulk. We saw what it did to Thanos. It would incapacitate [Tony]. Not always in life do you get the moment at your death where you're lucid and can have a really cohesive speech about what your life meant to you."
"That's why he recorded a post-death message, so he didn't have to talk at his death!" Anthony Russo joked.
It's also a fitting end for the usually verbose hero. He doesn't have to say anything to his loved ones, his actions show them just how much he cared about them. He exchanged his life for their peace and he would do it again with no hesitation. That perseverance is what drew fans to the "genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist" in the first place, as well as his obvious modesty. And it's why we can accept this ending to his story, no matter how heartbreaking it may be. Tony Stark finally met the danger that was always on the horizon and he took the one in 14 million chance to bring it down. That's why he is, and will always be, our Iron Man.
Read more of the Russos brothers' interview with Entertainment Weekly here.
Netflix's Extremely Wicked Barely Touches on This Important Aspect of Ted Bundy's Life
Decades after his death, heinous serial killer Ted Bundy is back in the public conversation, thanks to a pair of recent screen appearances. First came Netflix's true crime miniseries Conversations With a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes, which featured real footage of the man himself. In contrast, the feature film Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile is more of a biopic, with Zac Efron undergoing a surprising transformation from romantic leading man to creepy serial killer. One element of Bundy's story, however, isn't part of the movie, but it's one of the most surprising: Bundy has a child.
Bundy's only known child - a daughter - has led an extremely private life, thanks to her mother's efforts and her own choices. Bundy became a father relatively late in his life; she was born in 1981 or 1982, which was less than a decade before Bundy was put to death for his litany of gruesome crimes. It's likely that she was conceived during a secret conjugal visit between Bundy and his wife Carol Ann Boone, since Bundy was on death row from February 1980 until his death in 1989.
If you've seen the trailer for Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil, and Vile, you probably noticed a little girl in some of the scenes. While it would be logical to assume that the girl is supposed to be the film's version of Bundy's daughter, she's actually not! A good portion of the film focuses on Bundy's relationship with his earlier girlfriend, Elizabeth Kloepfer (known in the film as Liz Kendall). Kloepfer had a daughter, who goes by Molly in the film; she wasn't Bundy's daughter, but he occasionally acted as a sort of father figure to her in his role as her mother's boyfriend. It's easy to wonder how Bundy's own daughter would react to the resurgence of morbid interest in her biological father, but it's also 100 percent understandable why she's chosen to live her life anonymously and privately.
18 Jenna Dewan Bikini Moments You Need to Step Up and See
Jenna Dewan is known for her killer dance moves, but as much as she can rock the hell out of some Flashdance-esque attire, she looks even better in a bikini. Whether she's kicking it on the beach or posing for a sexy selfie on Instagram, it's become clear that Jenna was born to be in a swimsuit.
The Game of Thrones MVP This Week Is . . . No One
Welcome to Game of Thrones: MVP of the Week, a weekly feature in which we crown the character who stands out most during each episode of season eight. The MVP may have had the most kills, given the best monologue, or died the most heroic death. (Hey, we're just covering all our bases!)
I generally try to give the characters of Game of Thrones some leeway when it comes to the insanity of their choices because of the circumstances of their situation. They're dealing with dragons, red witches, and Night Kings, after all. Someone is bound to make a few mistakes along the way. But season eight's fourth episode, "The Last of the Starks," was beyond my comprehension. So many bad decisions are made and so many characters seem to forget themselves over the course of its 80 minutes.
I mean, yay for Jaime finally realizing that Brienne is all that and a bag of chips, but boo on him for hurting her after she opens up to him so vulnerably! Does Jon really leave Ghost behind after the direwolf fights for him in the Battle of Winterfell, without so much as a pet or a "good boy"? And, finally, does Missandei really have to die in chains for the sake of "pushing" Daenerys into attacking King's Landing with no regrets? At this point, it's hard to justify calling any of these people an MVP.
So, in light of all the characters' (and showrunners') failure to make sense on Sunday night, I'm forced to give this week's award to the real star of episode four: the random coffee cup that makes an unexpected and unintended cameo during the celebration scene in Winterfell. No, it may not have any lines, but its presence speaks volumes.
Varys Has Served Under 5 Different Game of Thrones Rulers - Can You Name Them All?
Of all the characters on Game of Thrones, Lord Varys is one of the most interesting ones because he insists that he serves only the realm. His desire to protect the people of Westeros by maneuvering those in power into the best position to do some good in the world (or by manipulating them out of a job) makes him a rare breed in the Seven Kingdoms. He doesn't care which royal toes he steps on, because the Spider is always looking at the bigger picture, which stretches so far beyond the Iron Throne. Unfortunately for Varys, this also means he comes across a bit disloyal because he's served a lot of kings (and one queen), and in "The Last of the Starks," he hints that he's ready to ditch Daenerys for Jon Snow. Tyrion isn't so keen on giving up on the Mother of Dragons just yet, and he tells Varys as much by pointing out the number of rulers the Master of Whispers has served over the years. Which begs the question, just how many rulers of Westeros has Lord Varys advised? To date, he's parceled out advice to four kings and one queen, and if he turns on Daenerys and lives to tell the tale, then Jon will bring his total to six. Ahead, let's take a look at those rulers and his history with each.
1. The Mad King Aerys
Varys began his job as the Master of Whispers by serving the Mad King Aerys, Daenerys's father. That means he had a ringside seat to the king's descent into madness and subsequent downfall. While we didn't get to see those years firsthand, it's implied that the Spider not only honed his skills as an information gatherer during the Mad King's reign, he also learned to watch for signs of corruption in the people who sit on the Iron Throne.
2. Robert Baratheon
After Robert's Rebellion, Varys became an adviser to Aerys's successor, Robert Baratheon. At first, the young king seemed like he could be a strong ruler, but he quickly proved that he was bored by the politics of it all. Robert was a warrior, not a king, and his grief over Lyanna's death and penchant for turning to women and wine made him an easy target for the manipulations of the Lannister family.
3. Joffrey Baratheon
Joffrey took the throne after his supposed father's death, and it was a disaster right from the start. He was a petty, cruel, and cowardly teen with no interest in taking care of the people of Westeros. Varys knew this and spent most of Joffrey's reign working with Tyrion to maintain some semblance of peace in King's Landing. Of course, Stannis Baratheon challenged his supposed nephew's right to the throne, which led to the Battle of Blackwater and more chaos. Thankfully, Lady Olenna poisoned Joffrey at his wedding and prevented him from growing into an even madder king than Aerys was.
4. Tommen Baratheon
Poor Tommen was far too easily manipulated to be a proper king. Varys didn't play a huge role in the young man's short reign, but Tommen was the last Baratheon/Lannister that the Spider served. Cersei's youngest son took his own life after she destroyed the sept and killed his queen, Margaery Tyrell. By then, Varys was ready to show his hand and serve the Dragon Queen, who was building her army across the Narrow Sea.
5. Daenerys Targaryen
Varys once again lent his advice to a Targaryen when he brought Daenerys and Tyrion together in season five. He initially saw the Mother of Dragons as a ruler who would put the people of Westeros first. Her reputation as a breaker of chains certainly helped. As far as the Spider was concerned, she was the only person who can bring peace to Westeros - well, that's what he used to believe. Now that she's back home in the Seven Kingdoms in season eight, Varys can't help but notice his queen is temperamental, dangerous, and on edge. She's also convinced that the Iron Throne is her destiny, and Varys tells Tyrion that's a very tyrant-like thing to say. While the Khaleesi's Hand is trying to stay by her side, Varys appears to be plotting to stop her reign before it can begin in favor of the more inoffensive candidate, Jon Snow.
While Tyrion sees Varys's inability to stay on one team as a character flaw, it's actually admirable. He's seen plenty of people rule, and none of them have ruled well. He knows the consequences that come with handing unchecked power over to people who aren't suited to the job, and he simply wants to see Westeros in the hands of someone who cares. His goal is a lofty one, but it's also a selfless desire that could cost him his life even as it saves the realm.
Harry Shum Jr. on His Trailblazing Career and Defying Asian-American Stereotypes on Screen
Image Source: Peter Ash Lee for Panda Express
Harry Shum Jr. is taking Hollywood by storm, one role at a time. The 37-year-old has played a wide range of characters over the years, but what's most noteworthy is how these characters defied stereotypes of Asian-Americans on screen. In 2009, Shum danced his way into our hearts with his role on Glee as Mike Chang, an aspiring dancer who constantly struggled with pursuing his dreams and following the path his father had planned out for him. Not only did the character inspire fans to be comfortable in their own skin, but he also inspired them to go after what they want despite the obstacles they face.
After his character's arc on Glee wrapped up, Shum went on to star in Freeform's Shadowhunters as Magnus Bane, a character who has made an impact on the LGBTQ+ community in particular. While Magnus's relationship with Alec Lightwood is a fan favorite, his character has also redefined what masculinity looks like on screen. Shum has come to the end of his journey on Shadowhunters following its two-hour series finale on May 6, but you can rest assured that he isn't going anywhere anytime soon. After scoring a small part in the critically acclaimed rom-com Crazy Rich Asians last year, his character will likely play a much larger role in the green-lit sequel.
Shum's natural charm and talent are immediately apparent on screen, but it's how genuine and real he is once the cameras stop rolling that really captivates his fans. So, it's no wonder why Panda Express has highlighted the actor as one of their trailblazers for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Through his partnership with the company's "Asian-American Originals" campaign, we recently had a chance to talk with Shum about everything from his wide-ranging career to how he has defied stereotypes on screen, and how he learned to feel comfortable in his own skin.
POPSUGAR: You were born in Costa Rica to Chinese parents and moved to California when you were about 6 years old. Growing up, how would you say that they inspired you to be your most authentic self or feel comfortable in your own skin?
Harry Shum Jr.: It's been a trip when I think back about it, but I think the idea for my mom and dad, what they always instilled in me is just adaptability. Adapt to wherever you're at, but never forget about your culture. That always stuck with me over my years. Like, growing up, any obstacles that I would face, identity issues, which I think we all have, but we have been dealing with it in different ways, whether it would be our exterior, the way we look or the way we feel and then not being like we fit in. But for that, what was very helpful is to always be mindful of my culture and my heritage, but also adapt, and I think that says a lot to what America and I guess basically our society has really placed on it. To be able to adapt and to feel comfortable and embrace the things that do make us different.
PS: Did you always know that you wanted to get into dancing and acting? What inspired you to get into acting?
HS: Lately, I have been reflecting on why, because I've pinpointed the moments where I said, "Oh, I want to do this," but growing up, I never had that encouragement from my early years until I got into middle school. Middle school is when everything really changed. Elementary school was this phase of like, "I don't know what I'm doing." I think most kids don't know what they're doing. I do envy a lot of kids that are like, "I want to grow up to be this." And then next thing you know they're 20-something and they're still doing it. I think it's amazing. But there's different paths for a lot of people. For me, it was about adapting to this new world that I got thrown into, a new language, new friends.
"Adapt to wherever you're at, but never forget about your culture."
It was middle school when I went to an audition for a drama class, not because I really wanted to act, I didn't really understand the ideas because I didn't have that encouragement from my family members. It was the idea of connection. Something about acting where you can connect with people and draw up stories or draw up emotions in things that you can utilize into a role from your experiences really invigorated something inside of me. For me, dance and acting go hand in hand in that sense because you're expressing yourself in a lot of different ways. Over time, it was just something that I loved to do as a hobby. I never thought I would be able to do it as a career and make something out of it. So, it's been a lot of obstacles through that time, but finally getting here and to be able to embrace this whole new identity has been really, really satisfying.
PS: Many of your roles have defied stereotypes for Asian-Americans on screen. Is that something that you keep in mind when you're auditioning for roles?
HS: Yeah, I do. Outside of what I like and what I want to do - I think that's first the priority, what speaks to me - but after that there is a responsibility, because whatever you like or whatever you want to do can do damage, too. I think more so on the micro level, you have to think, "What is it that this character is trying to portray?" You want to be honest and truthful where you're not trying to backtrack or trying not to showcase certain things because you're blocking this view of people seeing this person as a whole, as a human being with all the flaws that come along with it. So for me, it's making the character whole, and that is my main drive for whatever role I take on. Luckily, these past couple of roles, whether it's Glee or Shadowhunters, I've been able to really inject a lot of these experiences that I've seen or different lenses that I've been exposed to where I can speak to it and try and put the nuances of the character that might not even be in the dialogue.
Harry Shum Jr. as Mike Chang on Glee. Image Source: Everett Collection
PS: Glee was particularly known for pushing boundaries with its storylines. A lot of Mike Chang's arc was about him coming into his own and being comfortable in his own skin even though his father disapproved of his dancing career. What was it like getting to play a character like that? How would you say that being on that show shaped you as an actor?
HS: That show really shaped me in a sense of it was like a boot camp. I got to do all the things that you normally wouldn't get to do on a show, whether it be pushing boundaries and the element of pushing your body, pushing your mind, and pushing your vocal cords. It was a one of a kind show. As an actor, I got to also be around some great actors and great comedic actors, great dramatic actors, some great improv-ers. Being able to be on set and see that happen every single day constantly was just - I couldn't have asked for more. It's better than going to class. You're literally on the ground, running, working it out in a professional manner. That really helped, and it just makes everything that I do a little easier in a sense that you graduated from this boot camp.
I look at that storyline with Mike Chang, and it's special because a lot of people have dealt with it. What's really great was hearing people talk about how that episode really allowed them to talk to their parents or really allowed them to see themselves differently. Their lives were shaped around what they only thought that they could only do from their parent's perspective or the idea of what society has told them they can do. That's why it's so important to have these shows or conversations about how we're more than just Asian-Americans. That's what's great about what Panda Express is doing, it's the whole hyphen in between. The hyphen culture is that we're more than just that one thing. It really showcases how we're more than meets the eye.
Harry Shum Jr. as Magnus Bane on Shadowhunters. Image Source: Freeform
PS: Your Shadowhunters character has meant a lot to fans as well, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. What does it mean to have that kind of impact on fans?
HS: I mean, I couldn't ask for more. I know it originated from the book series, so people had their expectations, and when I got cast, it was like, "Okay, who is this guy who came from a dancing-singing show? What is he going to be able to do with this character?" For me, it's almost the same thing in the sense that there's stereotypes already that have been displayed on television and films. So it was important for me to be like, "Okay, how can I make this character whole?" That was important for us to talk about with the writers and the directors.
For me, I kept trying to push like, "Let's redefine the idea of what masculinity is," especially with the LGBTQ community. I think that was really important, how he can still be very vulnerable but also can whoop ass. That, to me, is what a full human being is, not repressing it, not suppressing it, because that's when damage gets done. I'm very fortunate that the fans have taken a liking to what I've been able to do, but also the character speaks for itself. Because it is just a wonderful character.
PS: In addition to your groundbreaking TV roles, you were recently a part of Crazy Rich Asians, which received critical acclaim not only for its all-Asian cast, but for its incredible story. What did it mean to be a part of that phenomenon, and how do you hope it opens the doors for more Asian-led films/shows in Hollywood?
HS: Being part of any project that has those badges is rare in the sense that you never really know what the outcome will be. Having seen and been part of the change over the years made it more satisfying to see so many three-dimensional characters on screen all play together in a contemporary story. Hollywood tends to follow trends, so I've already seen an uptick in Asian-led films/shows, but I do hope that it's more than a phase but an evolution into the new Hollywood reflecting the real world today.
We're Swooning Over These Sexy Jenna Dewan Moments - and You Will, Too
Sure, Jenna Dewan knows a thing or two about heating up the dance floor, but have you scrolled through her Instagram? From sultry lingerie shots to sun-kissed bikini photos, Jenna's account is overflowing with so many sexy pictures, we're sweating just thinking about them. Keep reading to see what we're talking about!
Brienne Crying Over Jaime Isn't a Betrayal of Her Character - in Fact, It Makes a Lot of Sense
Game of Thrones has become one of the most popular and yet divisive shows on television because of its ability to take well-worn story devices and turn them upside down. For example, consider the long-gestating relationship between Jaime Lannister and Brienne of Tarth.
In the season eight episode titled "The Last of the Starks," the couple take center focus to show how their different views of honor play into their choices for the battle that lies ahead. Their love story is not conventional by any means, but the element that makes their pairing compelling is the same element that ultimately dooms them. On one hand, Brienne is a staunch believer in honor. The term defines her and gives her purpose throughout the show. She is honor-bound to the Starks, and her entire relationship with Jaime hinges on her belief that he is a man of honor - ideally, a man who can evolve beyond the role of an arrogant knight who puts his sister and the glory of House Lannister above all else. Unfortunately, there is a flaw in her belief system: people rarely change simply because you wish it to be true.
Yes, Jaime is a man of his word. We witness that when he arrives alone at Winterfell after the rousing "f*ck loyalty" speech Brienne gives him during the Dragonpit armistice at the end of season seven. During his stay in the North, he rises to Brienne's expectations - asking to serve under her command, acknowledging her service by knighting her, protecting her from wights on the battlefield, and agreeing to stay behind to help her protect Sansa and the people of Winterfell.
But historically, the core of Jaime's honorable intentions stems from his devotion to the Lannisters. He even confesses this to Daenerys and the Northern council upon his arrival at Winterfell: "You want me to apologize. I won't. We were at war. Everything I did, I did for my house and my family. I'd do it all again." After which, Bran follows up with the one Game of Thrones quote that sums up Jaime's entire story arc: "The things we do for love." Of course, Brienne has no way of foreseeing the truth of this moment, but the statement is a reminder to the audience that Jaime's true heart will always lie with Cersei, in one way or another.
That's why I wasn't at all surprised to see Jaime break his word and leave Brienne alone at Winterfell. After all, Cersei is pregnant with his child (despite what she's telling Euron), and he once promised the queen the two of them would stand together against the world. We still don't know his true intentions in going to King's Landing. Many of us were quick to assume he was going back to murder his sister, but the episode's director, David Nutter, said, "it rings more like he's slipping back into that deep bond he has with Cersei."
However, what did surprise me was Brienne's emotional breakdown. What happened to the woman who beat the Hound in combat? I am a firm believer that everyone is entitled to his or her emotions, and the moment in question is certainly a difficult balance between personal history and personal obligation. But on the surface of things, the outpouring of emotion seems bothersome because it, in some ways, negates or overshadows the beauty of them finally consummating their relationship. We're left with the heartbreak of shattered promises rather than the triumph Brienne should feel for taking an active role in the exploration of her sexuality, which is important on a show with so few positive representations of the female experience.
However, as much as I dislike Brienne reacting with such vulnerability to Jaime's departure, the moment serves as a turning point for both characters. But before we can effectively examine the final conversation between the couple, we must first look to the previous scene, during which Brienne reports the outcome of the day's battle in the South. In those moments, she informs Jaime, "Euron Greyjoy ambushed Queen Daenerys and her fleet. One of the dragons was killed, ships destroyed, and Missandei captured." Sansa follows the statement with a snide remark about Cersei, and we can immediately see in Jaime's face that he feels responsible. As if, perhaps, had he been home at King's Landing, he could have tempered his sister's worst impulses. Quick cut to Brienne's bedroom where Jaime, still consumed with guilt, sits awake with plans to slip away into the night while Ser Brienne sleeps.
Brienne's heightened emotion shows us how deeply she cares for Jaime and demonstrates how this new bond has forever altered their relationship.
Put through the scope of those two moments, Brienne's desperation feels a little more valid. She's angry that he plans to leave without an explanation, and she fears for his life as he heads toward a city that Daenerys will surely scorch with retaliatory dragon fire. In many ways, her pleas for Jaime to stay mirror the vision of righteousness she's had for him throughout their relationship. But what's most important here is that Brienne's heightened emotion shows us how deeply she cares for Jaime and demonstrates how this new bond has forever altered their relationship. By showing such a deep reaction in real time, rather than saving those tears for a private moment, she's divulging an area of vulnerability that Jaime (or other characters) can exploit in the future. She's also highlighting that Jaime has taken a major turn (for the worse?) that will inevitably affect his fate moving forward.
Remember, up to this point, the history of their relationship has shown that Jaime best responds when Brienne asserts herself against his vitriol and bad behavior. For instance, during their travels in season three, he taunts her about her inability to protect Renly Baratheon. She rails against him, calling his bluff, and shames him into telling her the truth behind the murder of the Mad King. He does so, and the emotional release of finally sharing his side of the story with someone who will listen causes him to collapse in her arms. This is their normal system of checks and balances. Brienne typically acts as Jaime's backbone, taking charge in a way that's traditionally considered the male role.
So when she falls to pieces during his departure, the scene feels incongruous to their journey up to this point and probably explains why so many of us feel the scenario doesn't ring true. Brienne is not embodying the version of womanhood that has become synonymous with her character. By breaking this cycle, the show now suggests that our two lovers will have to test their values and definitions of honor on each other. That is to say, the pair will more than likely meet on the battlefield in a situation where Brienne will have to kill Jaime to capture Cersei or Jaime will have to kill Cersei to save Brienne.
Otherwise, why bring these two lovers together only to rip them apart?
Here's How Far Jon and Daenerys Had to Travel to Get From Winterfell to King's Landing
Warning: Game of Thrones spoilers ahead!
The Battle of Winterfell has come and gone on Game of Thrones, and even though the Night King has been defeated, one battle still remains: the showdown between Cersei and Daenerys for the Iron Throne. With every passing episode, it seems like Daenerys has been getting more and more impatient, and rightfully so. Not only has Cersei killed Daenerys's dragon baby Rhaegal, but she's also had Missandei decapitated. So, it kind of makes sense why Daenerys is starting to get that crazed look in her eye, reminiscent of her father, the Mad King.
On top of that, Dany's love life isn't doing too hot now that she knows Jon Snow is actually her nephew. Incest aside (because she has more important things to worry about, clearly), Jon's true title of Aegon Targaryen means he now has the power to usurp Daenerys and rightfully take the Iron Throne as his own. So, Dany's been having a rough couple of weeks, to say the least. Adding to all that is the fact that Dany has to journey all the way to meet Cersei face-to-face in King's Landing from up North in Winterfell. How long did that take, exactly? One Reddit user Imperial_Affectation broke it down for us.
The Game of Thrones timeline can be tricky to navigate and keep track of, but based on maps of Westeros, they got a pretty accurate estimate of how far Jon and Daenerys's remaining army had to travel from Winterfell to King's Landing. Based on a guess that the Wall is a hundred leagues, or 300 miles, long, then most distances on maps of Westeros can be estimated accordingly. Per this logic, Westeros itself is about 9,000 miles long from north to south. In this case, Imperial_Affectation estimates that the walk via Kingsroad would be approximately 1,460 miles. Ugh, my feet hurt just thinking about it.
Since Daenerys probably made the trip by flying most of the way on Drogon, Jon likely arrived via horse, and what remains of the Unsullied rode on ships, we can't make an accurate guess as to how long it took all of them to arrive. So, depending on how fast they were traveling, the trip might have taken them anywhere between two weeks and a full month to complete. For reference, in today's world, the trip to King's Landing would have taken them 23 full hours of driving without any breaks.
Seeing as a significant amount of time has passed since Rhaegal's death and Jon's refusal to keep his secret from his sisters, Dany has had a lot of time to reflect and plot various forms of revenge. While we can't be entirely sure what's going on in her head, we still expect a lot more bloodshed before anyone takes a seat on the Iron Throne.
Here's Exactly Who Knows About Jon Snow's Secret on Game of Thrones - and Why It Matters
The cat's officially out of the bag, so to speak, when it comes to Jon Snow's true lineage, but in order for the secret to live on, some key Game of Thrones players will have to survive the Last War. In the season six finale, the show confirmed what fans long theorized to be true: that Jon Snow is a Targaryen, the son of Lyanna Stark and Rhaegar Targaryen. That presents, er, quite a few complications, particularly when it comes to Jon's relationship with Daenerys (aka his aunt) as well as her claim to the throne - a claim that (surprise, Dany!) actually belongs to Jon Snow.
Only a handful of people know about Jon's identity, though, so as a Reddit user pointed out, at least one of them would have to survive for the truth about his lineage to live on. Considering how fast-and-loose this season has played it with the deaths, it's fair to be concerned that Jon's secret might die with several characters. Or worse, it'll die with the man himself. Keep reading for a refresher on who, exactly, is clued in - or might be - then prepare yourself for the episode that Emilia Clarke called "bigger" than what's come before .
Nathalie Emmanuel Shares an Emotional Farewell to Game of Thrones on Instagram
Viewers at home weren't the only ones who were quite devastated to see Nathalie Emmanuel's run on Game of Thrones come to a pretty brutal end on Sunday night. The 30-year-old actress, who plays Missandei on the show, took to Instagram on Tuesday to share an emotional tribute to the HBO series, calling out the life-changing nature of her role.
"It's been one of my greatest joys playing Missandei of Naath . . . The quiet and kind translator," she captioned a gallery of several stills from the show. "A brilliant woman who overcame so much suffering and found herself, her voice . . . and her one and only love. She represented so much for me, personally, that I have no choice but to carry the things she has taught me into my life going forward."
Emmanuel's character has been the adviser to Daenerys Targaryen ever since her introduction in season three and has remained a fan favorite. Sadly, she is killed in tragic fashion in episode four after being captured by Cersei and her army.
In her lengthy post, Emmanuel also took a moment to shout out Emilia Clarke, one of her closest costars. "I love you . . . SO much," she wrote. "I've loved playing your BFF for the past 7 years. Thank you for being such a wonderful person in my life and a source of light and laughter. The Bad Ass Boss Lady Warrior Goddess club will live on forever." And, of course, she also penned a few words for Jacob Anderson, who plays her onscreen lover. "I literally cannot tell you what sharing the screen with you has meant to me," she said. "I found performances I didn't know I had inside me, simply because you gave me so much to work against. Playing Missandei and Grey Worm's journey has been so special. I couldn't have asked for a more generous and supportive co-star."
She wrapped things up by thanking fans of the show, as well as the entire cast and crew, some of whom have posted their own sweet photos documenting their time on set with Emmanuel. Read ahead to see a couple more Game of Thrones cast members who posted their own sweet words about Emmanuel's fallen character.
I'm Just Here to Remind Everyone That Jenna Dewan Is a Freakin' Queen on the Dance Floor
Jenna Dewan twirled her way into our hearts in 2006's Step Up, but her dancing career actually dates back even further. Six years prior, Jenna made an appearance in Janet Jackson's music video for "Doesn't Really Matter" before joining the singer on tour. She also garnered attention in Justin Timberlake's "Rock Your Body" video. Since then, her vocation as a performer has taken off, and we've loved watching her dance to the beat of her own drum throughout the years. Lucky for us, she's continued to share some amazing videos of her working it on the dance floor (including her spot-on execution of Beyoncé's "Before I Let Go" challenge). Ahead, watch some of the best ones to date!
Of All the Products in My Makeup Bag, These Are the 10 I'll Never Travel Without
When I travel, I like my makeup bag to be packed and prepared with everything I could possibly need. I don't like to think of myself as an overpacker, but there have been a few too many instances when traveling where someone needs something that's not readily available, and I like to think that I have it all in my bag. Whether you're taking a quick weekend getaway out of the city, or traveling the globe, there are a few beauty tools that are absolute nonnegotiables.
For all the creams, powders, and products I have in my makeup bag, when I'm traveling, the two things I always need without fail are tweezers and nail clippers. Someone, at some point during a trip, will need to use a beauty tool, and I'm all about being prepared. If you don't want to go without, now you don't have to. These are the 10 travel beauty tools that should be permanent fixtures in your carry-on bag.
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22 Beauty Products Our Editors Bought on Amazon and Truly Love - Read Our Reviews
Have you ever gone to look for something on Amazon and suddenly felt too overwhelmed by all the options? Yeah, me too. I love to have choices, but sometimes I need more information in order to make a smart buy. This is particularly true for beauty products - the selection seems endless.
As a shopping editor, my sole job is to hunt for the best products customers should know about when it comes to beauty. I take that job very seriously, since we're literally using these items on our bodies. That's why I love trying new things from Amazon, because they often come with hundreds of customer reviews. I know it's a purchase I can feel good about after doing my research. I've rounded up the bestselling beauty products our editors have reviewed and bought themselves. Check out everything, and give something new a try.
Gigi Hadid’s Met Gala Makeup Consisted of Bird Feathers and a $10 Bronzer
To create Gigi Hadid's wispy, spiky white eyelashes at the Met Gala, makeup artist Erin Parsons didn't use an ultrabuildable mascara. The avant-garde eye look was thanks to pieces of white feather.
Parsons posted a close-up of Hadid on her Instagram with a caption that listed everything that she used on the model's face. "I created the lashes using a few feathers that I cut and then individually applied one at a time," she said.
Other products that were used on Hadid include the Maybelline SuperStay Foundation in Warm Nude ($9), Matte Ink in Driver ($10), and City Bronzer in 100 ($10) (on her cheekbones, eyes, nose, and lips). See Hadid be the definition of "camp" at this year's Met Gala, ahead.
18 Orange Nail Polishes For Every Skin Tone That You'll Wear All Summer Long
The warm weather is bringing bright color trends to your favorite nail salons, and orange in particular is a major trend for Summer 2019. Regardless of your skin tone or tastes, there's a shade of orange to love. According to Eleanor Langston, chief creative officer of Paintbox in New York City, clients are already favoring the color.
"From poppy red to vivid peach, orange undertones signal that Summer's here," she said. In fact, the color is becoming so popular, it's replacing many people's go-to shade. "Corals, peaches, and salmon shades are the modern version of millennial pink and are ultraflattering on all skin tones," she said.
Langston suggests choosing your orange shade according to your skin tone. "If you're fair, try a warm cherry red or even a terracotta color," she said. "Medium and olive complexions would look amazing in salmon, tangerine, or cantaloupe shades." Have a darker complexion? She suggests trying out a milky blush or bright grapefruit polish.
Check out some of the best orange polishes in the shades Langston suggests ahead.
In Defense of Having a Signature Scent
I haven't been to the home of my childhood best friend since we were in elementary school, but I still know that her house smells like a specific kind of laundry detergent, and I can tell if someone around me has used it. That's how powerful and evocative smells are. They can transport you back in time, and remind you so vividly of memories, thoughts, and people. Every woman I look up to has a signature scent, and it felt like a rite of passage that came with growing up. So when it came time for me to choose a perfume, I knew that I wasn't going to have lots of different options. I wanted one signature scent, and I found it in Jo Malone's Red Roses ($68).
"'I enjoy having a signature scent because I love having something that just smells like me."
A little bit about my personal taste; I'm not a fan of smoky, woody scents, and much prefer something floral, fruity, or clean. I also hate something that smells artificial or chemically, and I can't stand anything powdery. Which made this quest challenging to say the least. It felt like I would never find exactly what I was looking for, until I stumbled upon the Jo Malone counter. When I sprayed Red Roses on my wrist, I knew it was the one, and I confirmed it an hour later when my wrist smelled exactly the same as it had upon first spritz. The scent is powerful but not overbearing; it smells mostly like, you guessed it, roses, but also has notes of lemon and honeycomb that make it crisp and fresh, like a real rose garden.
I enjoy having a signature scent because I love having something that just smells like me. In the middle of the day, when I flip my hair and catch a whiff of my perfume, it makes me smile. Plus, it's incredibly comforting. My whole life, my mom only ever burned one candle, and whenever I smell it, I'm reminded of home. Plus, she and my grandmother both have their own signature scents, custom oil blends that I've never seen replicated. I love that no matter if my mom is cooking dinner or going to an event, she smells the same. It's her way of bringing herself to everything she does, and it's one of the things I love most about her.
The beautiful thing about perfume is that it reacts with your skin, so even though many people could be wearing the same product, it'll smell slightly different on everyone. So, basically, everyone can have their own signature scent. I'm obsessed with mine, but I'm willing to share.
A Zoomed-in Look at Priyanka Chopra's Over-the-Top Met Gala Look
Priyanka Chopra arrived at the Met Gala looking like a sexy version of the Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland, and we're super into it. The actress went all in on the camp theme with fluffy brushed-out curls, rhinestone beauty marks, dramatic lashes, and red and white makeup accents.
Makeup artist Pati Dubroff used Marc Jacobs Beauty products to give Chopra her magical look. Dubroff used the Marc Jacobs Beauty Accomplice Concealer and Touch Up Stick ($32) in its lightest shade (10 Fair) to block out Chopra's eyebrows. For the red-hued eye shadow, Dubroff drew on the shape with Marc Jacobs Beauty Fineliner Ultra-Skinny Gel Crayon Eyeliner in Fine(wine) ($25) and applied Marc Jacobs Beauty Eye-Conic Multi-Finish Eyeshadow Palette in Scandalust ($50).
For the dramatic white waterline, Duboff used Marc Jacobs Beauty Fineliner Ultra-Skinny Gel Crayon Eyeliner in Big Eyes ($25). She also used the white pencil and Marc Jacobs Beauty Velvet Primer Epic Lash Primer ($26) to add white specks to the lashes and also her brows. Her wine-colored lip was Marc Jacobs Beauty Le Marc Lip Crème Lipstick in Boy Gorgeous 222 ($32), which Duboff applied in a heart shape for a more dramatic effect.
Chopra's curls were created by hairstylist Bok-Hee using Ghd tools, and held together by strong hairspray. On top of her curls sat a tall wire crown with rhinestones that mimicked the ones on her face.
Check out the elaborate look from all angles, ahead.
8 Celebrities Who Wore Drugstore Beauty Products With Their Couture Gowns
When stars are walking down the Met Gala pink carpet in one-of-a-kind gowns, you might expect that the beauty products they're wearing are as exclusive as their clothes, but fortunately, many celebrities' glam teams opt to use affordable items from the drugstore.
This year, celebrities achieved their on-theme campy looks thanks to brightly colored nail polishes, fuchsia lipsticks, and dry shampoos - for as little as $8, $3, and $5, respectively. If celebrity makeup artists and hairstylists choose to use these items for the biggest event of the year, they're sure to work for your everyday life.
Check out the products - all under $13 - ahead.
5 Fragrances That Every Mom Would Love For Mother’s Day
We get it - finding the perfect present for the person that has made you who you are can come with some pressure. If you're looking to give your mom or caregiver a beauty product for Mother's Day, fragrance - with its memory-inducing powers and beautiful bottles - is one present your mom might appreciate.
Ahead, you'll find a beachy scent that will transport your mom to the vacation of her dreams, a rollerball that your mom will always reach for when she's on-the-go, and a perfume that will brighten up her day as much as she does for you. See our picks for the fragrances that she will love.
These Extreme Eyelashes From the Met Gala Deserve a Closer Look
Can we all agree that "Camp: Notes on Fashion" is the best theme we've seen in years from the Met Gala? Collectively, everyone showed up and turned out - Lady Gaga wore four outfits within a matter of minutes; Katy Perry went from a chandelier to a cheeseburger; Billy Porter entered like the royal he is. You know it's a good year when the only bad thing is if your outfit isn't "interesting" enough, right? Fashion took center stage, of course, but we'd argue that many of the beauty looks took the outfits to the next level. Headpieces, optical illusions - they all had their moment on the first Monday in May, but so did extreme eye makeup.
Lady Gaga, Gigi Hadid, Billy Porter, Darren Criss, Lucy Boynton, Priyanka Chopra, Bette Midler, and more were the ultimate champs, wearing lashes so over-the-top, they had our eyes watering. (Can you imagine wearing those all night long?) There were also plenty of gorgeous appliqués and eye shadow blends to be envious of. Keep reading to see who all kicked lash at the Met.
If You Thought the Met Gala Clothes Were Camp, Wait Until You See the Nails
Just when you think you're done looking at all there is to see from the Met Gala, more extravagance presents itself to gaze and marvel at.
This year's theme, "Camp: Notes on Fashion", brought more eyelashes than an episode of RuPaul's Drag Race, enough hair accessories to fill Coachella, and over the top manicures that give even Cardi B's nails competition. With so many outfits and big hair moments to look at, we don't blame you for missing the one small, but very impactful, detail: the nails. Some were more obvious than others, but all were as fabulous than the next. Elle Fanning's nails were fully committed to the theme with dangle acrylic nail charms, while Harry Styles's manicure was a little more understated, with a mismatched set that totally worked.
Ahead, get a zoomed-in peek at some of the best manicures that added extra embellishment to every Met Gala look.
Ezra Miller Just Did a Red Carpet Makeup First, and BRB, We're Still Recovering
Ezra Miller didn't just turn up to the Met Gala, as one Twitter user analyzed: "Ezra Miller understood the assignment, turned it in early, did extra credit, and checked in to see if there was anything else she needed to do to ensure successful completion." Extra credit he certainly delivered, and we couldn't take our eyes off him, literally. His makeup artist, Mimi Choi told POPSUGAR via email, "Ezra's interpretation of the theme "camp" is an ultimate transformation that everyone goes through at least once in their life. The multiple eyes represent his layers hidden beneath an exterior mask that was revealed on the red carpet."
Miller's look was all about the optical illusion, and we're still dizzy in awe, so it only made sense that he called in illusion expert and Instagram talent Mimi Choi to create the masterpiece. The illusion makeup artist is no stranger to making a face look both eerie and mesmerizing all at the same time, and Miller's look was certainly no different. Choi painstakingly hand-painted five eyes on the actor to create a trippy effect using Mehron Mimi Choi Illusion Palette ($70), Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencils ($18), and Velour and House of Lashes for the added 3D effect, finished off with a classic MAC Ruby Woo ($18).
With a start time of 4 a.m., the look took five hours to create as the concept was adjusted and positioning of the eyes changed. Although the makeup was completed by 9:30a.m., she was around throughout the day for touchups. As for the collaboration and inspiration behind the look, Choi said her and Miller had an in-depth conversation about what they wanted to achieve and they both had a past look of hers in mind. Choi explained, she "enjoyed the spontaneity and collaborative nature of the process as Ezra has such a creative mind and is an incredible canvas to work on."
Get a closer look at the process of his intricate illusion makeup, but maybe take a seat first because things are about to get trippy.
A Pro Athlete Does This One Thing to Calm Her Nerves, and You Can, Too
Picture this: you're gearing up for a big presentation, meeting your partner's parents for the first time, or competing in a CrossFit regional event. The pressure's on. What is the single most important thing you rely on to calm your nerves? You might want to consider your breath.
I sat down with 23-year-old Rose Lavelle, USWNT midfielder who plays professionally for Washington Spirit and was a three-time NSCAA All-American at University of Wisconsin. She's preparing for the biggest game there is in soccer - the FIFA Women's World Cup, held in France this June - but Rose is no stranger to the international stage having represented USA at the 2014 Under-20 tournament. Still, this is different. It's her first-ever World Cup on the women's national team.
The US women are defending champs - the 2015 win marked the team's third World Cup title - and Rose said she's thinking of it as just another game. "You have to treat every game the same," she explained. "Play 100 percent every game and don't treat one more or less than the other." When it comes to calming any nerves that do come up, Rose said she uses a breathing technique her sports psychologist, who's helped her overcome injuries and "get her mind in a good place," taught her.
Her breathing exercise isn't anything complicated - she just counts her breaths. "You're supposed to practice breathing throughout any point of the day. I'll sit down and do it for a couple of minutes," she explained. Then, when she's in a stressful situation - even midgame - she'll become mindful of her inhales and exhales, counting them one by one. Overall, Rose said her sports psychologist has played a crucial role in helping her manage pressures of soccer and training "because the same way that we train our bodies, we need to train our minds."
As the World Cup approaches and you conquer your own fears, try to remember what Rose will surely be doing when she's feeling the pressure: counting her breaths. Or use a meditation app - Rose likes Headspace - instead.
More of Rose's Pregame Rituals
Beyond her breathing technique, Rose listens to calming music on her way to games, and, while stretching before the whistle blows, she'll put on country music (nothing intense, since she doesn't want to be "too amped up"). In terms of pregame nutrition, she'll try to eat protein, whether that's eggs or chicken, and maybe have a little pasta or a bagel for carbs. She doesn't describe herself as a "big eater," so she gets in as much as she can for fuel.
The World Cup, she said, won't be about defending a title - at least not for her. She's still set on winning, but her goal is to "be the best player and teammate" she can be. You'll hopefully see a lot of her this June on the field, your TV screens, and social feeds. KT Tape will actually be selling limited-edition Rose Lavelle Pro Tape throughout the World Cup, as well as limited-edition headbands from which 100 percent of proceeds will go to the Women's Sports Foundation. Unfortunately, you won't be seeing any of Wilma, Rose's adorable English bulldog, who has to stay in their hometown of Cincinnati. When I asked about Wilma heading to France with her, Rose laughed: "I don't think she could handle the flight."
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