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Scott Wolf Faced Jail Time for Driving 128 MPH Months Before Divorce

2 July 2025 at 13:05

Scott Wolf had a run-in with police for driving nearly double the speed limit months before his bitter divorce erupted, Us Weekly has learned.

According to court documents obtained by Us, Scott, 57, was pulled over by a Utah Highway Patrol officer at 7:24 p.m. on May 11.

The former Party of Five star was driving a 2019 white Audi Q7, according to the citation, which listed Scott’s speed as 128 miles per hour in a 65 miles per hour zone. The officer noted he was driving 63 miles over the limit.

The report noted Scott did not cause an accident. The Daily Mail, who broke the news, reported that Scott told the officer that he was speeding because “he was in a hurry because his child needed to use the bathroom.”

On May 28, a hearing was held in San Juan County, Utah. Scott was not present but entered a plea of guilty to the Class B misdemeanor charge of reckless driving.

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He was sentenced to five days in jail, but the sentence was suspended if Scott paid a fine of $690.

The court placed Scott on probation for six months. The actor paid off the fine and the case was closed a short time later.

Scott Wolf’s Ex Kelley Claims She’s ‘Barely Seen’ Kids Post-Hospitalization

As Us previously reported, Scott’s drama with his estranged wife, Kelley Wolf, became public last month when he announced he filed for divorce. They share kids: Jackson, 16, Miller, 12, and Lucy, 11

Scott announced the separation on June 10, a day after he filed for divorce.

“After 21 years of marriage, I have made the most difficult decision of my life, and filed for divorce from my wife Kelley,” Scott said in a statement. “Our children have always been, and continue to be, the loves of our lives and our every priority, so I kindly ask for privacy at this time as we help guide them through this new chapter.”

Scott Wolf's Ex Kelley Shares Video Seemingly Being Detained by Police 

Kelley, 48, has been outspoken on social media since the breakup. Last month, she was detained by officers while on Instagram Live. The former Real World star was taken to a local hospital and released a short time later.

As Us first reported, Scott filed for a restraining order last week.

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The court order said Kelley had “engaged in an escalating pattern of behavior that poses a substantial threat of immediate and irreparable harm to the parties’ minor children.”

The order noted that Kelley allegedly tried to remove the kids she shares with Scott from the country. The judge also said he considered Kelley’s behavior that led to her being detained by law enforcement and placed on an involuntary psychiatric commitment.

The court awarded Scott temporary sole physical and legal custody of their three children. The judge said that Kelley would not have any contact with Scott or their kids until a future court hearing.

The actor was also awarded exclusive use of their Utah home. On social media, Kelley said she has been staying with family and friends.

Everything to Know About Scott and Kelley Wolf's Divorce and Police Drama

Kelley responded to the restraining order last week. The documents are sealed.

As Us first reported, the police were called out to Scott and Kelley’s home the same day Kelley was detained by officers. They received a call from a distressed female who wanted her brother-in-law out of the home.

During their investigation, an unidentified male told them about an alleged assault that took place in March. He claimed an unidentified woman choked him in a bedroom. The officers left without making any arrests. The alleged victim was contacted days later but declined to press charges.

Scott has yet to speak out since taking out a restraining order. A hearing has been set for later this month where the judge will hear from both sides.

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Eva LaRue Reflects on Her Character’s Shocking ‘General Hospital’ Death

2 July 2025 at 12:36

Eva LaRue has nothing but gratitude for her experience on General Hospital — from beginning to end.

“To be honest, the way I went out, while surprising, was actually like an actor’s greatest gift because they gave me these scenes to leave by that were so juicy and delicious,” LaRue, 58, shared with Soap Opera Digest in an interview published Tuesday, July 1. “If they had just had me go off into the sunset and get on a plane and join Blaze, it would have kind of all been for naught. … It would have been a boring exit!”

On the Monday, June 30, episode of General Hospital, LaRue’s character, Natalia Ramirez, overdosed on a mixture of pills and booze. On Tuesday’s episode, she was declared dead.

“I’ve never been killed before,” LaRue explained of her character’s untimely death. “This is my first time to die!”

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While the actress previously thought her character was going to go off and meet up with her rock star daughter Blaze, she said the writers chose a more juicy route.

What came next was a storyline that left LaRue feeling “really grateful.”

“Natalia just goes into a full-on life spiral — a full-on, huge, juicy arc of a life spiral over the course of a couple of days,” she said. “As an actor, I was just like, ‘Oh, my God, these are delicious!’ In your lifetime, whether you’re doing daytime or nighttime [TV], rarely as an actor do you get those kinds of scenes.”

Eva LaRue Says Her Shocking General Hospital Death Was an Actors Greatest Gift
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Before joining General Hospital, LaRue experienced some epic storylines when she played Maria Santos on All My Children.

While her run on General Hospital was originally supposed to last a couple of months, it kept getting extended — ultimately lasting over a year.

“It’s been really fun, and all my friends are there from All My Children,” LaRue exclusively told Us Weekly in May at Nancy Davis’ Race to Erase MS Gala. “I love every second of it. I love [executive producer] Frank Valentini at the helm. It’s just been fun to be part of such an iconic show.”

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Although it’s always sad to leave a soap opera or positive gig in the industry, LaRue will forever look fondly on her final scenes.

“It was heavy, and I was so nervous days before because I thought, ‘I really want to do this justice,’” she told Soap Opera Digest. “I was really happy that they gave me those departing scenes. That was awesome.”

General Hospital airs weekdays on ABC. Stream old episodes anytime on Hulu.

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These 17 Early Prime Day Deals on Summer Sandals Will Make You Do a Double Take — Up to 70% Off

2 July 2025 at 12:30

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Jessica Alba Sells Beverly Hills Home for $18.2M Amid Cash Warren Divorce

2 July 2025 at 12:23

Jessica Alba has sold the Beverly Hills house she shared with estranged husband Cash Warren, Us Weekly can confirm.

Alba’s former pad closed on June 27 for $18,200,200 — nearly doubling what she and Warren, 46, initially paid for the property.

Alba, 44, and Warren, who bought the home in 2017 for $9,948,000, listed it in April amid their separation.

“I’ve been on a journey of self-realization and transformation for years — both as an individual and in partnership with Cash,” Alba wrote in a statement shared in January. “I’m proud of how we’ve grown in our marriage over the last 20 years and it’s now time for us to embark on a new chapter of growth and evolution as individuals.”

Single Jessica Alba Is 'Having a Lot of Fun' Amid Cash Warren Divorce

She continued, “We are moving forward with love, kindness and respect for each other and will forever be family. Our children remain our highest priority and we request privacy at this time.”

Alba and Warren share daughters Honor, 17, and Haven, 13, as well as son Hayes, 7. Since the split, Alba has also started dipping her toe back into the dating scene.

“[Jessica has] gone on dates, but she isn’t seeing anyone specific right now,” a source exclusively told Us in May. “She’s having a lot of fun going out with her girlfriends and being more spontaneous. She’s embracing all the attention she’s getting.”

Jessica Alba and Cash Warren Had 'Many Ups and Downs' Before Split: Source

The insider further told Us that Alba was in the midst of house-hunting.

“She’s looking for a new house so she and the kids can have a fresh start,” the source added. “She wants a new space to make new memories.”

The Honest Company founder, who stepped back from her role as Chief Creative Officer in 2024, is also making memories with her kids. She recently traveled to Italy with Honor, where they attended Jeff Bezos’ wedding. Days later, they jetted to England to catch the West End opening of Evita and a Wimbledon match.

“Had a blast @wimbledon with my sweet girl — thank you @evianwater 🎾🤍🥰,” Alba wrote via Instagram on Tuesday, July 1. “And congratulations to @katiecboulter @paulabadosa and @carlitosalcarazz @fabiofogna — fantastic day of tennis at #Wimbledon 🏆.”

Alba has also made sure to amicably coparent her kids with Warren, even celebrating him on Father’s Day.

“Our babies couldn’t have a better dad — warm, kind, present, always knowing what to say,” she wrote via Instagram Stories last month. “I admire your patience and the way you hold space for them, making them feel safe and light after every conversation. Thank you for being their rock.”

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Hailey Bieber Shows Off Her Bikini Body in Sizzling Hot Summer Rhode Ad

2 July 2025 at 12:18

Hailey Bieber showed off her toned figure while teasing a new Rhode product.

Bieber, 28, took to Instagram on Tuesday, July 1, to show off her tight figure while giving fans a glimpse of her upcoming Lemontini Peptide Lip Tint, which is set to launch on July 14. In the snap, Bieber slayed in a white tank top featuring a scoop neck, a loosely fitted body and spaghetti straps. Bieber teamed the crop top with low-waisted black bottoms, which she tugged down even farther with her fingers.

For glam, Bieber donned soft makeup including dewy foundation, blushed cheeks and lined glossy lips, thanks to her Lemontini gloss. She tied her ensemble together with her brunette hair parted down the middle and worn down and straightened.

Bieber snapped the pic with her phone which was in a neon yellow case holding her Lemontini tint.

Hailey Bieber Unveils Phone Case That Doubles as a Lip Gloss Holder

The Rhode founder officially announced the launch of her limited-edition lip tint — which features a new formula — via Instagram on Wednesday, July 2.

Bieber brought sexy summer vibes to her photo shoot while rocking a black bikini. The set had a sleek triangle top that tied into a halter top and matching bottoms with bows at her hips. The model slipped her Lemontini lip tint in the center of her bikini top and accessorized with black-and-gold statement earrings, as well as dark shades. Bieber let her hair glow in the wind as she threw her hands up and danced around.

Hailey Bieber Shows Off Her Bikini Body in Sizzling Hot Summer Rhode Ad
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In another pic, Bieber showed off a glamorous gold Rhode body chain that hugged her hips and was finished with the brand’s name written on it. Another gold chain was attached to the belt, which held her lip tint and let it dangle from her abs. Bieber styled the jewelry with black boy shorts finished with white laces and a bandeau top.

Hailey Bieber Shows Off Her Toned Tummy in Glowing Selfie
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Bieber soaked up the sun while modeling the number and showed off her sun-kissed cheeks and plump pout.

Hailey Bieber Flaunts Her Figure in an Itty-Bitty Black Bikini

Fans can shop Bieber’s Lemontini Lip Tint for $20 at rhodeskin.com.

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‘Hot Bench’ Judges React to ‘The Best’ Verdict for Diddy: ‘Ideal Situation for Him’

2 July 2025 at 12:07

The judges of Hot Bench are weighing in on the verdict in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial after he was found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution and acquitted on sex trafficking and racketeering charges.

“I think this is probably the best verdict he could have hoped for,” Judge Rachel Juarez said via an Instagram video on Wednesday, July 2, shortly after the verdict was announced. “I think this is the ideal situation for him because transportation for the purposes of prostitution was almost a given.”

Juarez and costar Judge Yodit Tewolde pointed out that the transportation charges carry a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison each. The prosecution asked that both sentences be carried out consecutively, but this will ultimately be up to the judge presiding over the case.

“This is probably the best outcome he could have gotten because he will be able — I think he’s young enough to still see more life after a prison term,” Tewolde said. “So, I don’t think he’s looking at the rest of his life after this verdict.”

Cassie's Lawyer and Prosecution Ask Judge to Deny Diddy's Bail Request

After the verdict was reached, Diddy’s lawyer Marc Agnifilo asked the court to release the rapper on bail to his Miami home until his sentencing hearing, which has yet to be scheduled. Meanwhile, the prosecution asked that Diddy, 55, remain behind bars. A bail hearing is set for 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday.

While some who are following the case have pointed out that Diddy’s defense may make an argument for time served, meaning that his time spent in custody already would count toward his sentence, Juarez and Tewolde said they don’t believe this will happen or will make a difference.

“I think he’s been in for a year and a half. We’re talking about a charge that carries a maximum of 10 years, that it’s not going to be time served,” Tewolde said.

Hot Bench Judges Yodit Tewolde and Rachel Juarez React to Diddy Receiving the Ideal Verdict
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“And then they’re going to look at aggravating factors, mitigating factors, and I think there are going to be a host of aggravating sentencing factors,” Juarez added. “So I think we’re not looking at the low end, we’re looking at the high end [of sentencing].”

Diddy was arrested in New York in September 2024. He pleaded not guilty to all charges and maintained his innocence throughout the trial, which largely focused on the alleged “freak offs” orchestrated by the rapper. His ex-girlfriend Cassie, who filed an abuse and sexual assault lawsuit against Diddy in November 2023, served as a key witness in the trial, as did an unnamed Jane Doe.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Emily Johnson argued that Cassie “tried the first freak off because she loved the defendant and wanted to make him happy,” while Jane Doe participated because she believed the freak off was a “one-time wild night.”

Diddy’s attorney Teny Geragos stated in response, “Every witness in this case had free choice to make the choices they made.”

Cassie’s lawyer Douglas H. Wigdor reacted to Wednesday’s verdict in a statement to Us Weekly.

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“This entire criminal process started when our client Cassie Ventura had the courage to file her civil complaint in November 2023. Although the jury did not find Combs guilty of sex trafficking Cassie beyond a reasonable doubt, she paved the way for a jury to find him guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution,” Wigdor said.

The statement continued, “By coming forward with her experience, Cassie has left an indelible mark on both the entertainment industry and the fight for justice. We must repeat — with no reservation — that we believe and support our client who showed exemplary courage throughout this trial. She displayed unquestionable strength and brought attention to the realities of powerful men in our orbit and the misconduct that has persisted for decades without repercussion. This case proved that change is long overdue, and we will continue to fight on behalf of survivors.”

If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support. If you or someone you know is a human trafficking victim, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

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Ann-Margret Makes Rare Public Appearance, Praised for Being 'Female Elvis'

2 July 2025 at 12:05

Ann-Margret stepped out for a rare red carpet and TV appearance looking beautiful as ever.

The actress, 84, attended Project Angel Food’s Lead With Love fundraiser in Los Angeles on Saturday, June 28. She posed for photos in a black long-sleeve top, black pants and black boots and sported a silver cross necklace paired with her fiery red hair.

Once inside the telethon event, Ann-Margret took the stage with Eric McCormack, which was broadcast on KTLA 5. McCormack, 62, gushed about getting to share the stage with the entertainer, whom he praised for her “’60s dance moves that captivated the world.”

“You changed how a generation hit the dance floor,” he continued. “Where do those incredible moves come from? Does everyone in Sweden dance like that?”

She responded, “My heart and my seat.”

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KTLA also posted a clip via Instagram from the night of the event that showed Ann-Margret receiving a round of applause as she made her way through the audience.

“I have a lot of male friends that are very, very jealous of me tonight because I get to stand here with you,” McCormack said.

The Will & Grace alum also called Ann-Margret “the female Elvis,” a comment that made her smile.

Ann-Margret reflected on her friendship with Elvis Presley numerous times in the past after they worked together on 1964’s Viva Las Vegas. (Presley died at age 42 in 1977.)

“Being with E.P., we laughed so hard! He teased the heck out of me, but I teased him right back! He wasn’t going to get away with that,” she recalled of working with the singer on the film in a March 2024 interview with Closer Weekly.

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While the pair had a great relationship, there are still some aspects of her bond with Presley that she still chooses to keep close to her chest.

“Everyone knows how I felt about him and the friendship that we had all these years. It was very, very private,” Ann-Margret told Closer in May 2023.

Ann-Margret’s recent public appearance came after she reminisced about her Hollywood career via Instagram.

“Looking back at some cherished memories. ❤ What a ride it’s been!” she captioned a throwback photo of herself sitting on a motorcycle on June 18.

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“OH MY GOSH ANN!! What a gorgeous picture! Was that your motorcycle?🔥,” one person wrote in a comment, while a second person said, “Gorgeous Anne! You had it all and still do sweet lady.❤.”

Ann-Margret has long had a love for riding motorcycles. Last year, she revealed that she still frequently took her Harley-Davidson bike out for rides.

“It’s lavender, and it’s got white daisies all over it. There [are] flowers on the back fender and the front fender. … I love speed. Not the drug,” she told Fox News in February 2024.

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Read Influencer's Final Text to Mom Before Falling Off Volcano and Dying

2 July 2025 at 12:02

Influencer Juliana Marins’ family is unveiling her heartbreaking final texts before she fell off a volcano and died.

In text messages shown on Fantastico and reported by The Mirror, Marins, 26, wrote: “Mami, I love you so much. I was heartbroken when we said goodbye. In fact, that’s the only thing that worries me: letting you, papi or my sister be disappointed. Other than that, I’m not afraid of much, much less trouble.”

Marins continued: “I was raised by a woman who can solve any problem and who is not afraid to take the plunge and go after her dreams. I am like that too. I have different desires and dreams. I love you all very much! And I will always be grateful for all the support, care and affection. That is what makes me fearless.”

News broke in June that Marins was climbing Mount Rinjani in Indonesia when she fell. It took days before rescue workers could reach her.

Influencer, 26, Found Dead After Falling While Hiking Active Volcano in Indonesia

“The Brazilian government informs, with deep sadness, the death of the Brazilian tourist Juliana Marins, who had fallen from a cliff surrounding the trail near the crater of Mount Rinjani,” the Brazilian foreign ministry said in a statement translated by CBS News.

The statement continued, “At the end of four days of work, hindered by adverse weather, terrain and visibility conditions in the region, teams from the Indonesian National Search and Rescue Agency found the body of the Brazilian tourist.”

Marins was found unresponsive, Indonesia national search and rescue agency head Mohammad Syafii told the outlet. Her death was also confirmed by an Instagram account created to focus on the search and rescue efforts of Marins.

“Today, the rescue team managed to reach the place where Juliana Marins was. With great sadness, we inform you that she did not survive,” the post read. “We remain very grateful for all the prayers, messages of affection and support that we have received.”

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Before Marins was found, authorities were planning to send rescuers via helicopter — a move Muhamad Hariyadi, the chief of the search and rescue office in the city of Mataram, called “very risky.”

When members of Marins’ family claimed that the Indonesian government faked a video of her rescue and had not been giving her food and water, Hariyadi denied the allegation and instead claimed that the rescue efforts had been thwarted by the terrain and fog.

Videos shared by the search and rescue team alleged that they believed they saw a flashlight and pole of Marins but were not sure because of visibility. Mount Rinjani National Park’s Instagram account claimed that the rescue helicopter couldn’t operate to the top of the mountain because of the weather. Indonesia’s Brazilian Embassy alleged to have been in touch with local authorities about Marins.

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Cassie's Lawyer and Prosecution Ask Judge to Deny Diddy's Bail Request

2 July 2025 at 11:50

After a verdict was reached in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial, prosecutors and defense attorneys each stated their case for whether he should remain behind bars until sentencing.

Both sides submitted letters to the judge on Wednesday, July 2, shortly after Diddy, 55, was found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution and not guilty on charges of racketeering conspiracy and two counts of sex trafficking.

Diddy’s attorneys asked for the rapper to be released following the verdict in a letter reviewed by Us Weekly.

“Since his arrest and detention on September 17, 2024, Mr. Combs has obeyed the Court, respected these proceedings and demonstrated model behavior at the MDC,” the letter read. “And today, the jury unambiguously rejected the government’s allegations that Mr. Combs ran a years-long criminal enterprise or engaged in sex trafficking — the core of the government’s case. Mr. Combs stands convicted of two Mann Act counts, and his sentencing exposure is substantially lower than when the government initially sought detention.”

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Diddy’s legal team proposed a “bail package” that included a $1 million bond, travel restrictions to Florida, New York and California, the surrender of Diddy’s passport and undergoing drug testing.

The prosecution, meanwhile, argued that Diddy is “not entitled to release and his detention must be continued” pending sentencing. “The offenses of conviction constitute crimes of violence and mandate detention following the defendant’s conviction,” the government argued. “Here, the defendant has been convicted of two such crimes.”

The letter continued, “Even if detention was not mandatory here, which it is, the defendant cannot meet his burden to show by clear and convincing evidence that he is not likely to flee or pose a danger to any other person or the community.”

In a separate letter on Wednesday, Cassie’s lawyer supported the government’s argument for Diddy to remain behind bars.

“Ms. Ventura believes that Mr. Combs is likely to pose a danger to the victims who testified in this case, including herself, as well as to the community,” wrote attorney Douglas Wigdor.

The Judge, Jury and Lawyers in Diddy Case Explained

In the courtroom on Wednesday, Diddy’s attorney Marc Agnifilo requested his client’s immediate release, telling Judge Arun Subramanian soon after the verdict was read, “His family is here and could sign a bond.”

Agnifilo asked that Diddy be allowed to return to his Miami Beach home on Star Island.

“Are you proposing he just walk outside now?” Subramanian inquired, to which Agnifilo responded, “Yes.”

“He is no longer charged with sex trafficking or racketeering,” Agnifilo reasoned. “His plane has been chartered — it is in Maui. He does not have access to his plane. This is his first conviction, and it is a prostitution offense. He should be released.”

While Agnifilo requested a $1 million bond that would allow Diddy to travel to New York, Los Angeles and Florida, prosecutor Maurene Comey opposed his release, arguing, “A person found guilty shall be detained until the judicial officer finds he is not likely to flee or be a danger.”

As Diddy awaits sentencing, he faces up to 20 years in prison for the transportation charges.

Diddy was arrested in New York in September 2024. He subsequently pleaded not guilty to charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion and transportation to engage in prostitution.

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After his multiple attempts at bail were denied, Diddy remained behind bars at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York, for nearly eight months while awaiting trial. The proceedings began on May 5, with seven weeks of testimony from witnesses such as Diddy’s ex-girlfriend Cassie, her ex Kid Cudi and Danity Kane member Dawn Richard.

The jury started their deliberations on Monday, June 30. The following day, they reached a verdict on four out of the five counts, but the group remained deadlocked on the racketeering conspiracy charge. After receiving additional instructions from the judge, the jury agreed to continue deliberating on Wednesday morning and delivered their verdict later that day.

If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support. If you or someone you know is a human trafficking victim, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

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'The Last of Us' Co-Creator Abruptly Exits HBO Show: ‘Difficult Decision’

2 July 2025 at 11:48

The Last of Us co-creator Neil Druckmann confirmed that he is stepping down from the HBO show ahead of its third season.

“I’ve made the difficult decision to step away from my creative involvement in The Last of Us on HBO,” Druckmann, 45, said in a statement through his video game company, Naughty Dog, on Wednesday, July 2. “With work completed on season 2 and before any meaningful work starts on season 3, now is the right time for me to transition my complete focus to Naughty Dog and its future projects.”

Druckmann has been a pivotal creative force behind the Last of Us franchise, as co-creator of the original video games for Naughty Dog. He also adapted the live-action TV version of The Last of Us for HBO with Chernobyl’s Craig Mazin. HBO’s adaptation of the hit video games has won eight Emmy Awards (so far). (The Ankler was first to report the news of his departure.)

“Co-creating [the Last of Us] show has been a career highlight,” Druckmann continued. “It’s been an honor to work alongside Craig Mazin to executive produce, direct and write on the last two seasons.”

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He continued, “I’m deeply thankful for the thoughtful and dedication the talented cast and crew took to adapting The Last of Us Part I and the continued adaptation of The Last of Us Part II.”

(HBO’s first season of The Last of Us was based on Druckmann and Bruce Straley’s acclaimed 2013 zombie apocalypse game. The Last of Us Part II – which was written by Druckmann and Halley Gross – inspired the second season of the HBO show.)

Despite Druckmann’s exit from The Last of Us TV show’s creative team, he will continue to serve as an executive producer. Mazin said in a statement to Us Weekly that it had been a “creative dream” to work with Druckmann over the past two seasons.

The Last of Us Co Creator Neil Druckmann Exits HBO Show Ahead of Season 3
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“I couldn’t have asked for a more generous creative partner,” Mazin added. “As a true fan of Naughty Dog and Neil’s work in video games, I’m beyond excited to play his next game. While he focuses on that, I’ll continue to work with our brilliant cast and crew to deliver the show our audience has come to expect. We are so grateful to Neil and Halley Gross for entrusting the incredible story of The Last of Us Part II to us, and we’re just as grateful to the millions of people around the world who tune in.”

The seismic creative retooling of The Last of Us will likely come as a major shock to fans, since Druckmann had signaled that he was very much on board with season 3 when HBO renewed the show in April.

“To see The Last of Us brought to life so beautifully and faithfully has been a career highlight for me, and I am grateful for the fans’ enthusiastic and overwhelming support,” Druckmann said at the time. “Much of that success is thanks to my partner in crime, Craig Mazin, our partnership with HBO, and our team at PlayStation Productions. On behalf of everyone at Naughty Dog, our cast, and crew, thank you so much for allowing us this opportunity. We’re thrilled to bring you more of The Last of Us.”

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Us Weekly has reached out to HBO for comment.

The Last of Us viewers were left with lots of lingering questions following the May 25 season 2 finale, including whether Pedro Pascal will return as Joel in season 3. (Pascal’s character Joel was killed off in a storyline that mirrored the events of the Last of Us Part II video game, but continued to appear via flashback scenes.)

In addition to its eight Emmy wins, The Last of Us was recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the Top 10 TV shows of 2023 and won a prestigious Peabody Award for Entertainment in 2024.

The Last of Us seasons 1 and 2 are available to stream on HBO Max.

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