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An Oddly Specific List of the Best 10th Albums

Rolling Stone just dropped what might be the most oddly specific music list ever: The 50 Best 10th Albums of All Time. Not debut albums. Not greatest hits. Specifically, the tenth full-length album in an artist’s discography. And somehow, it kind of works?

Here’s the top 10 from their wildly niche but weirdly compelling countdown:

“Exile on Main Street” – The Rolling Stones (1972)
“Wildflowers” – Tom Petty (1994)
“The White Album” – The Beatles (1968)
“Station to Station” – David Bowie (1976)
“Rust Never Sleeps” – Neil Young (1979)
“I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You” – Aretha Franklin (1967)
“A Portrait of Merle Haggard” – Merle Haggard (1969)
“One Nation Under a Groove” – Funkadelic (1978)
“Animals” – Pink Floyd (1977)
“Fleetwood Mac” – Fleetwood Mac (1975)

Yep, The White Album is technically The Beatles’ 10th, and Exile on Main Street leads the pack with its gritty, chaotic brilliance. Meanwhile, Tom Petty’s Wildflowers might be the most emotionally gut-punching album on the list — and possibly the most slept-on 10th album of all time until now.

It’s a surprisingly strong lineup when you think about it. By the time artists hit their 10th record, they’ve usually either fallen off completely or hit a stride so confident they’re making magic on autopilot. This list leans heavily on the latter.

So, what’s the best eleventh album of all time? Don’t give them ideas. Actually, do — this was kinda fun.

Scarlett Johansson Thinks Colin Jost Would Do Better Than Michael Che in a Dinosaur Attack

Scarlett Johansson is gearing up to face off against dinosaurs in Jurassic World Rebirth, but before she hits the big screen, Jimmy Fallon hit her with a different kind of survival test: Which of her past co-stars could actually make it through a real-life dino attack?

During a recent appearance on The Tonight Show, Fallon put Johansson through a celebrity survival bracket, asking her to pick between pairs of actors based on who she thinks could outlast a Jurassic-style catastrophe. The results were both hilarious and surprisingly well thought out.

Here’s how it went down:

Chris Hemsworth vs. Chris Evans: Scarlett picked Hemsworth. Why? “He’s Australian,” she said, adding that he’s probably toughened up from living among “a lot of scary venomous snakes.” Fair point.
Bill Murray vs. Adam Driver: She went with Driver, and not just because he played Kylo Ren. “He was a Marine,” Johansson reminded Fallon. End of discussion.
Florence Pugh vs. Brie Larson: Brie got the edge here. Scarlett cited Larson’s hardcore fitness, saying, “I’ve watched her push a tire up a hill as part of her training. I’ve watched Florence make a great bruschetta.” Both impressive skills—just not equally useful during a raptor chase.
Sofia Coppola vs. Wes Anderson: Johansson gave the survival nod to Sofia. “Maybe she’s had some interactions with big, honcho type of people,” she said. “She comes from that type of family.” Which… might help in dealing with a T-Rex? Unclear.
Michael Che vs. Colin Jost (her husband): This one got personal. Johansson picked Jost, not just for love, but because he’s from Staten Island. “He’s a tough guy,” she insisted. Staten Island: Nature’s boot camp.

Jurassic World Rebirth stomps into theaters next Wednesday, and while Scarlett’s co-stars might not be in it, they’ve now been unofficially ranked by prehistoric survivability. Start placing your bets now.

Move Over, Dick Butkus — There’s a New MVP of NSFW Sports Names

Baseball just got a whole lot more memorable, thanks to the New York Mets and their newest addition to the bullpen: Dickey Lovelady.

Yes, that is his real name. And yes, Mets fans are already obsessed.

Technically, the left-handed reliever goes by Richard Lovelady, and that’s what you’ll see on his baseball card, and probably in the stat sheets. But according to a Mets beat reporter, he prefers to be called “Dickey” — especially if you run into him at the stadium or on the street. And the internet is having an absolute field day.

One fan joked that “Dickey Lovelady sounds like it’s straight out of a Seinfeld episode,” while another swore he had to be an “Austin Powers character.”

It’s the kind of name that would get rejected from a video game for being too suggestive. But in real life? It’s pitching for the Mets.

To be fair, Dick Butkus — the legendary Chicago Bears linebacker — has long held the title of “Most Inappropriate Sports Name That’s Actually Real.” But in 2025, it might finally be time to pass the torch. Or the glove.

Lovelady’s been bouncing around the minors for a few years, including a stint with the Minnesota Twins organization. Now, he’s landed in New York, where fans don’t always have a ton to celebrate. But even in a preseason without much hope, they’re taking this win.

Of course, if you were hoping to slide into DMs, you’re out of luck. The man is married and has a kid. Sorry, folks — this Lovelady’s already spoken for.

CLEVELAND, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 12: Richard Lovelady #55 of the Tampa Bay Rays throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on September 12, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images)

Nick Cannon Choked When Asked to Name All 12 of His Kids

Nick Cannon might need a flashcard app to keep track of his kids.

During a recent appearance on the Really Good Podcast with Bobbi Althoff, Cannon was challenged to name all 12 of his children—and he didn’t quite stick the landing. Right out of the gate, he admitted, “That’s gonna get me in trouble.” And, yep, it did.

While Cannon rattled off ten names without issue, he blanked on the youngest two: Beautiful Zeppelin, whose mom is Abby De La Rosa, and Halo Marie, the daughter he shares with Alyssa Scott. Not exactly a flex when your personal headcount hits a dozen.

Cannon’s candid explanation? He blames it on what he calls a “king complex.”

He told Althoff, “You know, Black men, we always be like, ‘What’s up, king?’ I really think I’m the king.” Apparently, ruling over your own kingdom of toddlers doesn’t come with a cheat sheet.

To be fair, the man has a famously packed schedule and an unconventional approach to parenting. But social media was quick to roast the moment, with many calling it both hilarious and kind of sad. After all, forgetting your own kid’s name doesn’t exactly scream “Father of the Year.”

Still, Cannon has always been open about his growing family, saying he’s deeply involved in their lives. But maybe next time, he’ll prep with a quick review. Or better yet, carry a laminated list.

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America’s Favorite Pop Culture Sharks

If you’ve noticed a wave of “Jaws” nostalgia flooding your feed, you’re not imagining things—this summer marks the 50th anniversary of the iconic shark thriller. And naturally, the internet is celebrating the best way it knows how: with lists, polls, and a healthy amount of snark.

A recent ranking of the most popular sharks in pop culture threw a surprising twist into the chum-filled waters: Bruce from “Finding Nemo” took the top spot, edging out the original Bruce from “Jaws.” That’s right—the goofy, toothy vegetarian shark beat out the cinematic terror that started a generation’s fear of the ocean.

Here’s how the finned celebs stacked up:

Bruce, Finding Nemo (2003)
Bruce, Jaws (1975)
Lenny, Shark Tale (2004)
King Shark, The Suicide Squad (2021)
Destiny, Finding Dory (2016)

Fun fact: the name Bruce in “Nemo” was actually a nod to Spielberg’s infamous mechanical shark. So technically, Bruce beat Bruce.

The Most Searched Shark Is . . .

Meanwhile, Google Trends revealed which sharks are swimming through our search histories. The Great White shark dominated across nearly every state. The only holdouts? Alaska, Utah, and Georgia, where whale sharks took the lead. And in Hawaii, residents are more intrigued by tiger sharks.

And the Most Dangerous Shark Is . . .

It’s worth noting that the Great White isn’t just the most famous—it’s also the most dangerous. Shark attack stats put it at #1, followed by the tiger shark, bull shark, requiem shark, and blue shark.

So whether you’re Team Bruce, Team Lenny, or still not over Jaws making you fear swimming pools, the shark love is real this summer. Just maybe avoid the water while you’re at it.

Masked Bands Are Having a Moment

Masked bands are having a serious moment right now. Both Ghost and Sleep Token released albums in 2025 that debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200—an impressive feat for any artist, let alone two groups that never show their faces. So, are masked bands suddenly the next big thing? Not exactly. They’ve been around for decades. But it’s safe to say the trend is catching a fresh second wind.

The whole idea of costumed, anonymous musicians isn’t new.

Theatrical rock acts like Alice Cooper, David Bowie, and The Crazy World of Arthur Brown helped invent the playbook back in the ‘60s and ‘70s. KISS cemented it with their iconic face paint and pyrotechnics. Then came GWAR in the ‘80s, turning shock-rock into a full-blown sci-fi-horror cosplay event. Slipknot and Mushroomhead followed in the ’90s, bringing a more aggressive, nu-metal twist to the concept.

And let’s not forget the weirdly compelling one-man enigma known as Buckethead—a guy who wore a blank white mask and a KFC bucket while shredding guitar solos for Guns N’ Roses in the early 2000s. Wes Borland of Limp Bizkit fame also made a name for himself with bizarre, theatrical stage looks that changed with nearly every tour.

Ghost launched in 2010, fronted by the ever-morphing Papa Emeritus and a band of Nameless Ghouls. What started as an underground metal act quickly ballooned into a Grammy-winning powerhouse. Fast-forward to now, and you’ve got Sleep Token bringing emotional metal ballads, layered vocals, and mysterious lore into the mix—complete with masks and zero interviews.

Enter: Nova Machina.

The buzzy new band going viral on TikTok claims to be sending music and messages from the year 2192. They’re masked, mysterious, and perfectly designed for internet intrigue. Whether they’re prophets from the future or just really good marketers, they’re the latest to ride the masked-wave to digital stardom.

Masked bands aren’t new, but they are very now. In an age where everyone’s oversharing, there’s something oddly refreshing—and kind of thrilling—about a little mystery behind the mic.

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10 Celebrities With Unusual Pets

Celebrities love their pets. They also love to get showy with their pets. And that includes adopting WEIRD animals. Here are 10 examples::

1. Kristen Stewart – Wolf-Hybrids

She’s basically living out Twilight in reverse. Props for her passion, but owning part-wolf animals is definitely not for the faint of heart, or faint of neighborly patience. She had to go to court against a guy who didn’t like her choice of pet, but she’s not doing anything illegal.

2. Kirstie Alley – 14 Lemurs

That’s not a pet collection, that’s a small forest exhibit. At least her lemur obsession stemmed from conservation work—not just a quirky impulse.

3. Salma Hayek – Owl

Naming her owl after her husband’s luxury brand group (Kering) is peak glamorous-weird. The mental image of her casually walking around with an owl on her head? Pure gothic fashion goals.

4. Paris Hilton – Kinkajous

They’re super cute, super unpredictable, and very much not meant for your Beverly Hills bedroom. The name “Baby Luv” is so Paris—until Baby Luv bites, and Paris needs a tetanus shot.

5. Leonardo DiCaprio – Tortoise

Of course Leo picked an eco-friendly, slow-living companion. Low-maintenance, long-living, and practically immortal—kind of like Leo’s career.

6. Tyga – Tiger

Illegal tiger ownership feels very on-brand for a rapper trying to flex. The tiger’s name? Not known. The ending? Predictable: animal shelter.

7. Ice-T – Shark Tank

A shark tank in a home studio screams “villain lair.” Sadly, it’s no longer there. But the idea of Ice-T laying down tracks next to circling predators is pretty metal.

8. Tracy Morgan – Giant Octopus

$400K for an octopus named Bwyadette? That is art. Morgan said the octopus helps him write jokes. Now we kind of need to see its Netflix special.

9. Nicolas Cage – Cobras and Beyond

This guy didn’t just own exotic pets—he curated a full-on apocalypse starter pack. The bulletproof glass cobra setup sounds less like a home and more like a Bond villain’s den.

10. Vanilla Ice – Wallaroo

He had a wallaroo. Of course he did. And of course it got too big for his house. That’s the most ‘90s rapper sentence ever.

Was Joey from “Friends” a Copy of Joey from “Blossom”?

Could one of the most iconic sitcom characters of the ‘90s have started out as a copy?

According to Joey Lawrence, the answer is yes. In a recent interview, the Blossom star claimed that Matt LeBlanc’s beloved Friends character, Joey Tribbiani, was directly inspired by his own role as Joey Russo—a similarly dim-witted but charming ladies’ man.

“Joey Russo was so successful that when they were creating Friends, they wanted a 25-year-old version of that,” Lawrence said.

He even alleges that Matt LeBlanc was sent to live tapings of Blossom, where he’d sit in the audience with a yellow legal pad and study Lawrence’s performance—focusing on how he brought a certain innocence to the character. The idea, he claims, was to give Tribbiani the same likability that would let him “get away with his womanizing.”

Perhaps most surprisingly, Lawrence says the Friends creators changed the character’s name to Joey as a direct nod to Blossom’s popularity at the time. NBC’s Blossom wrapped its five-season run just a few months before Friends premiered in 1994.

Neither NBC nor the creators of Friends have commented on the claims. Matt LeBlanc, for his part, has never publicly acknowledged Blossom as a reference point.

The 25 Best TV Dads

With Father’s Day on the horizon, we’re giving TV’s finest fathers their moment. From wholesome to hilarious, stern to completely unhinged, these 25 small-screen dads have earned their place in pop culture history.

Whether they gave heartfelt advice or just grumbled from their recliner, these iconic characters helped define what it meant to be a “TV dad.” Here’s the list, presented alphabetically by first name.

Al Bundy, Married with Children – The shoe salesman with a sharp tongue and even sharper sarcasm.
Andy Taylor, The Andy Griffith Show – The gold standard for calm, wise parenting in Mayberry.
Archie Bunker, All in the Family – Flawed, loud, and unforgettable.
Bob Belcher, Bob’s Burgers – A burger-slinging dad who supports his quirky family unconditionally.
Carl Winslow, Family Matters – Chicago cop, full-time dad, part-time neighbor wrangler.
Dan Conner, Roseanne – A working-class dad with a big heart and better sense than he gets credit for.
Danny Tanner, Full House – The clean freak with three daughters and the most wholesome hugs in the ’90s.
Frank Lambert, Step by Step – Stepfamily chaos? Frank handled it with charm and a mullet.
Fred Sanford, Sanford and Son – Always one faux heart attack away from getting out of an argument.
Herman Munster, The Munsters – Frankenstein’s monster with a heart of gold.
Homer Simpson, The Simpsons – The blueprint for animated dads everywhere: lazy, loud, and lovable.
Howard Cunningham, Happy Days – America’s ideal mid-century dad with an open heart and front porch wisdom.
Jason Seaver, Growing Pains – Psychiatrist by day, sitcom dad by night.
Michael Bluth, Arrested Development – The only semi-functional adult in a sea of dysfunction.
Mike Brady, The Brady Bunch – The original blended-family blueprint.
Peter Griffin, Family Guy – Not the brightest, but always entertaining.
Phil Dunphy, Modern Family – Dad jokes perfected.
Philip Banks, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air – Uncle Phil to Will, but a father figure to all of us.
Phillip Drummond, Diff’rent Strokes – A millionaire who opened his home and heart.
Red Forman, That ’70s Show – Tough love and a foot poised for your rear.
Steven Keaton, Family Ties – Liberal ex-hippie trying to parent a Republican teen.
Tim Taylor, Home Improvement – Power tool enthusiast, parenting work-in-progress.
Tom Bradford, Eight Is Enough – Managing a household of eight kids with calm dad energy.
Tony Micelli, Who’s the Boss? – Housekeeper, baseball player, and Mr. Mom before it was a thing.
Ward Cleaver, Leave It to Beaver – The OG classic dad, all pipe-smoking patience and timeless advice.

Did we leave your favorite off the list? Or include someone you think shouldn’t be anywhere near it? Sound off in the comments—but remember, even Homer’s trying his best.

Forgotten Celebrity Couples That Might Surprise You

Not every celebrity pairing lives on in our collective consciousness. Some romances play out quietly, only to vanish from memory as quickly as they began. Whether the relationships were long-term or fleeting, these forgotten Hollywood couples are sure to make you do a double take.

Jessica Biel and Chris Evans (2001–2006)
Before she married Justin Timberlake and he became Captain America, Biel and Evans were a couple for five years. Given their combined star power, it’s surprising how little attention they got.

Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz
This romance began in an appropriately silly way—at the 2003 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, where Diaz handed Timberlake a trophy for “Best Burp.” They dated for nearly four years and even co-starred in Shrek the Third.

Derek Jeter and Vanessa Minnillo (2003–2006)
Before she became Vanessa Lachey, she was MTV host Vanessa Minnillo—and Derek Jeter’s on-again, off-again girlfriend. They kept their relationship relatively low-key, especially compared to some of Jeter’s other famous flings.

Hilary Duff and Joel Madden (2004–2006)
This pairing raised eyebrows at the time due to the age gap—he was 25, she was just 16 when they began dating. The relationship ended before Madden married Nicole Richie.

Katie Holmes and Chris Klein
Holmes and Klein were engaged but called it quits in early 2005. Just months later, Holmes started dating—and very publicly—Tom Cruise.

Scarlett Johansson and Josh Hartnett (2005–2007)
These two were briefly an item after meeting on the set of The Black Dahlia. Both stars were on the rise, but their relationship fizzled after two years.

Jennifer Aniston and Vince Vaughn
Life imitated art for this duo. They got together while filming The Break-Up in 2005, then actually broke up in 2006.

Renee Zellweger and Kenny Chesney
In a whirlwind romance, Zellweger and Chesney tied the knot in 2005—but had the marriage annulled just four months later. Zellweger cited “fraud” as the legal reason, sparking endless speculation.

Zach Braff and Mandy Moore (2004–2006)
Before Moore married Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes, she dated Scrubs star Zach Braff for two years.

Josh Groban and January Jones (2003–2006)
This early 2000s couple kept a relatively low profile, but they dated for three years—long enough to make this list of long-forgotten celeb couples.

From burping awards to baseball diamonds, these unexpected couplings remind us just how much Hollywood dating history we’ve already forgotten.