If you’ve got summer flights booked or you are this close to hitting “purchase” on a weekend escape, now’s the time to upgrade your travel setup. Beloved by celebrities and travel experts, the brand Calpak is running an epic Memorial Day sale stacked with sleek, functional gear that looks like luxury but is marked down up to 60% — just in time for one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
We’re talking cosmetic cases that make TSA less of a headache, totes that somehow fit everything and carry-ons chic enough to double as an accessory. The items are so chic, celebrities like Kourtney Kardashian and Gisele Bündchen have been spotted using them. Whether you’re a seasoned jetsetter or heading out for your first trip of the season, these travel-tested picks make packing (and staying organized) way easier. Grab them before they sell out and before you’re stuck trying to cram everything into that bag you swore you’d replace last year.
Calpak’s Memorial Day Sale is Full of Chic Travel Gear
1. See-It-All Beauty Bag: This clear cosmetics case is compact enough to toss in your carry-on, yet roomy enough to hold all your skincare, makeup, and mini tools. Bonus: The mesh zip pockets inside keep everything organized (and unbroken) — was $85, now $72!
2. Desk-to-Gate Backpack: This sleek caramel backpack fits a 15” laptop and features interior pockets keep cords and chargers from turning into a tangled mess — was $139, now $69!
3. Overachiever Tote: Work bag by day, travel tote by weekend. This structured but lightweight tote fits a laptop and all your daily essentials, and when you’re traveling, it expands to carry way more — was $115, now $58!
4. Anything-But-Basic Pouch Set: Use these pouches for cords, meds, receipts, snacks or all of the above. The water-resistant lining and sleek black exterior make them perfect for messy makeup or beach days — was $45, now $35!
5. Under-Seat MVP: This mini carry-on fits under most airplane seats, has dreamy 360-degree wheels and comes with dividers and pockets that actually make packing easier — was $165, now $115!
6. Bathroom Hack: No counter space at your Airbnb? No problem. This toiletry bag hangs on towel racks or door hooks and unfolds into a full-on bathroom command center — was $59, now $49!
7. The Checked Bag That Gets Compliments: If you’re an over-packer, no shame. This medium trunk-style suitcase is super spacious, spins like a dream and has a minimal matte finish that turns heads at baggage claim — was $259, now $159!
8. 3-in-1 Carryall: This duffel does it all. Padded laptop sleeve? Check. Separate shoe compartment? Yep. Room for a water bottle and extra hoodie? Absolutely — was $148, now $119!
9.Hot Girl Walk Sidekick: This tiny-but-mighty belt bag keeps your essentials close without bouncing around while you walk, jog or people-watch — was $58, now $49!
10. Chicest Hat Box: Whether you’re actually packing hats or just want a super stylish weekender bag, this hard-shell trunk-style case brings serious main character energy — was $175, now $89!
She’s the Founding Partner of Skims, the cofounder and CEO of Good American and Forbes listed her as one of America’s richest self-made women. She also does philanthropic work for the Fifteen Percent Pledge and the Obama Foundation.
But that’s not all: the fashion and consumer brand mastermind’s resume just became even more impressive. She recently launched her namesake podcast, Aspire with Emma Grede.
The serial entrepreneur told Us that the inspiration behind the name stemmed from the notion of “believing in something” and then “aspiring” to achieve those goals. For Grede, it’s not just about having hopes and dreams, but “doing the work” to achieve them.
The show, which is now listed at number three on Apple’s Top New Shows list, has since released several episodes, featuring chats with business moguls from Gwyneth Paltrow and Michael Rubin to Karlie Kloss. But don’t expect Aspire to be just another podcast in the entrepreneurship space that will leave people “entertained” — it goes beyond that.
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It’s safe to say the founder’s upbringing helped set the blueprint for this show. “[I] grew up in a place that was not very inspiring,” she said, revealing that she is “super dyslexic” herself. “I need things broken down in a really simple way,” Grede admitted. “And I really want to be able to do that for people.”
And though Grede is quick to also acknowledge how “fortunate” she feels to have “had exposure to so many incredible people,” she understands that’s not the case for everyone.
“Sometimes you don’t have the people around you that can give you [the right] information,” she shared. “[Aspire] is about giving people actionable, tangible advice that they can listen to and [use].”
Of course, we at Us are also curious about the daily habits Grede has attributed to her success. Discussing the topic of manifestation — a word that seems to be everywhere nowadays, Grede takes a more traditional approach.
Although she’s not completely against the idea of repeating positive affirmations and meditation, she stresses how nothing beats “real hard work and some sacrifice.” Added Grede: “None of it is a substitute for really hard work,” she emphasized. “You need to have a plan and you need to work really, really hard towards it. That’s what’s going to make you successful.”
She brought up another fantastic point. “If you’re gonna be successful to be successful in business, you have to be successful in life, right? You can’t really have one without the other,” she stated. “There’s other things that I do, parts of my routine, that enable me to be successful,” she noted. One of those other things: how she uses her free time upon waking up.
“My first ever job was a paper route. And when you have a paper route, you have to get up really, really early in the morning to go and get the papers,” she explained. “[That’s where] I learned the power of the mornings.”
But no morning is ever the same for the mom-of-four, and that’s completely OK and besides the point. Whether she uses an “hour and a half to work out” or to sip on some hot water with lemon, it doesn’t matter. She’s still avoiding checking her phone right away so she has time to think about how she will own the day.
Speaking of self-care practices, what beauty products can she not live without? “I have to confess: I am a product junkie,” she joked. But her answer is surprisingly simple when it comes to the pampering buys she truly swears by.
An investigation into the death of influencer Valeria Márquez, who was fatally shot during a TikTok livestream, is ongoing.
News broke earlier this month that the 23-year-old influencer died inside a salon, with users taking to her Instagram to share their condolences.
“I had the opportunity to meet her in person, a person with a very beautiful energy,” one user wrote via Instagram, translated to English. “[I] am still in shock, [I] can’t believe I will never see her [livestream] again.”
Márquez was killed on May 13 while she was on a livestream. AP News reported that the influencer was handed a stuffed animal and a bag of Starbucks coffee before she was shot and collapsed on camera. The TikTok appeared to be taken down following her death, but a video of the incident was shared online and confirmed by the prosecutor’s office.
What Has the Jalisco State Prosecutor’s Office Said About the Investigation?
Denis Rodríguez, a spokesperson for the Jalisco State Prosecutor’s Office, told AP News that a man posing as a delivery driver and another man on a motorcycle arrived at the Mexican salon in search of Márquez. The men were looking to deliver a gift to her in person, which led her to express feelings of worry on the livestream.
“Maybe they were going to kill me,” Márquez said in the video, per the outlet. “Were they going to come and take me away, or what? I’m worried.”
When the men returned, they asked for Márquez again — which Rodríguez told the outlet led prosecutors to believe that they were hired assassins.
“The aggressor arrived asking if the victim was there. So it appears he didn’t know her,” Rodríguez said. “With that, you can deduce — without jumping to conclusions — that this was a person who was paid. It was obviously someone who came with a purpose.”
The prosecutor’s office previously told The New York Times that the incident was being investigated as a potential femicide, meaning when a woman is presumed to be killed due to her gender.
What Has the Mexican President Said About the Investigation?
AP News reported that Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration is working with local investigators to locate the killer. She also extended her condolences to Márquez’s family.
Jessica Simpson made her return to the stage during the American Idol finale this past Sunday. The singer, 44, sparkled as she performed her new song “Blame Me.” Some may say her gilded dress — or her vocals — were the star of the show, but I beg to differ. Simpson’s blonde hair with brown highlights looked like liquid sand under the lights, and I learned that her colorist, Rita Hazan, used an $18 glaze on Amazon to achieve the desired hue.
The product in question is the Glaze Supergloss Toning Conditioning Gloss in ‘vanilla lights,’ which has a deep blue color to neutralize brassy or copper tones. Because Hazan’s goal was to give Simpson a cool-toned, natural finish, this gloss was the finishing touch to ensure her mane looked extra fresh.
Much like how blondes regularly use purple shampoo to boost brightness, blue-toned products work wonders on hair with brown highlights to prevent warm tones from pulling through too much. In fact, using a product like the Glaze Supergloss can extend the time between your salon visits, keeping your color in pristine condition and saving you money in the long run.
Beyond just enhancing color, though, this gloss offers hair health benefits, too. Consider it like a tinted moisturizer, except instead of for your skin, it nourishes your hair. Ultra lightweight babassu oil provides intense hydration while imparting glass-like shine. You’ll notice that your strands feel softer and more manageable after just one use — and the results will stick around for 10 washes.
Everyday people who have discovered this gloss also swear by this to keep their color looking just as bright as the day they visited the salon.
“I get my hair professionally done every nine to 12 weeks, and I will continue using this product religiously in between appointments,” one Amazon reviewer writes. “The cooling tones in addition to the saturation of nutrients does wonders for my whole head of hair! The final result in regards to color is stunning and my newly nourished texture is incredible — very soft and smooth. Plus, my hair is gleaming, the shine is literally astonishing.”
If one of the world’s most renowned celebrity colorists swears by Glaze Supergloss Toning Conditioning Gloss for her clients, it must be good. So go on and give this glaze a try. Your colorist might miss you, but your wallet will thank you!
The maven of grimy British gangster cinema has done a hard pivot towards the picaresque with his new film ‘Fountain of Youth’. But then again, argues Ed Power, Ritchie has done his best work when trying to take risks
David Bowie turned it down. Christopher Walken and Grace Jones didn’t. And Roger Moore didn’t like it at all. But four decades since the film’s release, does Moore’s very last 007 outing warrant its seemingly eternal drubbing? Jonathan Wells isn’t so sure
Kylie Jenner knows just how to execute a sexy photoshoot.
Jenner, 27, took to Instagram on Monday, May 19, to show off more shots from her Hybrid Blush Kylie Cosmetics shoot. In one pic, the It Girl kicked her toned legs into the air wearing nothing but sheer polka-dot thigh-high stockings and white panties.
The reality star teamed her lingerie with a matching blouse featuring delicate spots, puffy short sleeves and a large bow on her collar. She completed her getup with ivory strappy sandals.
Jenner modeled the blush, which is available for retail on Tuesday, May 20, in the shot. She wore extra rosy cheeks teamed with bronzey eyeshadow, a soft winged eyeliner, long lashes and a lined pout. Her brunette strands were styled in big, bouncy curls and her crown was pulled back.
Jenner originally explained that she was dropping new blushes via social media earlier this month, sharing that they are a combination of cream and powder products.
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She later shared that the pigment “might be” her favorite Kylie Cosmetics launch “ever.”
“These blushes are the first of their kind. It’s not a cream, it’s not a powder, it’s somehow a combination of both,” she explained. Jenner went on to share that the makeup is “sweat-proof, humidity-proof [and] waterproof” for up to a 12-hour wear.
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The beauty mogul added that the product has long been in the making, revealing that she wore it to the 2024 Met Gala in the shade Summer Sorbet.
She then used a “dense brush” to apply the rosy pigment to her skin, proving how fast it melted into her cheeks. “So pretty!” Jenner gushed.
Larsa Pippen couldn’t help but gush about her new romance with Jeff Coby.
“I think we do very normal things. I think this is the first relationship where we don’t have to go out,” the Real Housewives of Miami star, 50, exclusively told Us Weekly on Monday, May 20, while promoting her partnership with Date.com. “We don’t have to do extravagant things. We just like to do simple things and we make each other happy. It’s been really fun.”
Pippen and Coby, 31, were first linked in March. The couple subtly confirmed their romance in April after they were spotted packing on the PDA in Miami. That same month, Pippen and the international basketball player made their red carpet debut at the Los Angeles premiere for The Accountant 2.
Pippen shared that she and Coby have “so much in common,” which is a big difference compared to her past romances. (Larsa was previously married to Scottie Pippen from 1997 to 2021 and dated Michael Jordan’s son Marcus Jordan from 2022 to 2023.)
“I feel like Jeff and I are kind of the same in that way. We both are traditional in a lot of ways,” she explained. “We both love to be around our family, and I feel like in the past I dated guys that weren’t like that, [they] didn’t necessarily care to spend time with their family [or] weren’t as close to their family as I was. So they thought that [it] was weird that I wanted to always be around my parents or my siblings.”
Earlier this month, Coby teased that he and Larsa planned on tying the knot next year. However, Larsa clarified it was “probably a joke.”
“We definitely are serious,” she said. “We love being around each other, and we’re having a good time.”
As far as a potential proposal goes, Larsa isn’t ruling out the idea but is unsure what the future holds.
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“I feel like I definitely do enjoy being with him. We have a great relationship and I do love him,” she told Us. “So we’ll see.”
Scottie, Marcus and Jeff are all basketball players, and Larsa is aware that she has a preference for dating athletes.
“I think what I do like about athletes is the discipline,” she told Us. “I feel like most athletes are disciplined when it comes down to their regimen and how they go about their food and how they work out and sleep well.”
Larsa noted that while she’s been “surrounded” by athletes her whole life, it’s not the defining quality she looks for in a partner.
“I feel like if you’re smart and you have goals and ambitions, I like to be motivated,” she said. “I want to surround myself with guys that are motivated.”
Larsa added that she also likes men who are “really kind” and “smart.”
While Larsa is happily taken now, she knows the struggles of dating. That’s why she decided to team up with Date.com to help others find their matches.
“I was single in Miami. My girlfriends were single. We started researching dating apps and we couldn’t find the dating app that suited us. I just wanted a dating app that felt safe,” she told Us. “So I helped create Date.com and it is legit the most amazing dating app.”
Date.com is powered by AI and has facial recognition features to help prevent catfishing. When a user makes a profile, they have to take their profile picture directly from the app, so the image cannot be altered. Larsa also loves how the app has communication features.
“I never wanted to give guys my phone number. I wanted to get to know them first and not necessarily give them my number so quickly,” she explained. “But there’s no fast way of getting to know someone and let you hear their voice or see them. And so data.com has voice calling, video calling, and you could send mass text messages.”
The Date.com app is available to download on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
If you thought woven bags were going out of style . . . think again! Julianne Moore just rocked a black tote that proves the textured look isn’t going anywhere this summer. Her designer pick is a mere $4,400, but luckily we found a more affordable version — and it has Us running to check out!
The actress was spotted attending the 78th Annual Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, wearing a look that was basically the definition of the rich mom aesthetic. She went all monochromatic black, pairing a Bottega Veneta knit cardigan, matching trousers, Le Monde ankle boots, oversized black shades and a Sidney Garber gold cuff bracelet.
Clearly a fan of the designer brand, Moore carried the Bottega Veneta Pinacoteca Tote Bag, and it’s making Us think harder about our summer office style. While it would eat up more than a whole paycheck to grab hers, this $22 version is way easier to justify — and just as stylish.
Get the ERWUBA Imitation Woven Leather Tote Bag (Originally $31) on sale for just $22 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, May 1, 2025, but are subject to change.
We seriously can’t believe we were able to find a lookalike that channels Moore’s designer pick almost exactly. Like the pricier version, this tote bag has a chic woven texture, a top handle design and a rectangle silhouette. It’s made entirely of a PU leather, so it has the look of the designer pick but with an eco-friendly twist.
Don’t let the vegan leather fool you though, this bag is just as tough and can stand up to years of wear and tear. Whether you use it as a travel bag or an office tote, you’ll need it to function with this level of durability. You’ll appreciate its large size that can carry everything from laptops, to books, makeup bags and more. Plus, several inner compartments keep the essentials organized.
This bag makes commuting that much easier thanks to the convertible strap — it goes from a shoulder bag to a crossbody in a cinch! Carry your iced latte, put on your sunglasses and talk on the phone . . . all while being hands free.
With its sleek black leather look, this bag will have you rolling around looking like you wear designer! It levels up any outfit from simple leggings, sneakers and a casual tee to a midi dress and kitten heels. It can truly be a capsule wardrobe pick that never goes out of style.
Jennifer Lopez is proof that a big white gown isn’t reserved solely for a walk down the aisle.
The four-times-married star — who finalized her divorce from Ben Affleck back in January — stepped out in New York City on Monday, May 19, hand-in-hand with her voice coach and confidante Stevie Mackey, en route to a lavish birthday celebration for acclaimed composer John Kander.
Her chosen ensemble for the evening was nothing short of spectacular. It embodied a sophisticated bridal aesthetic without the pretense of wedding bells.
Lopez, 55, opted for a slim-fitting white gown from Stephane Rolland’s Fall 2023 Couture collection for the star-studded occasion. The satin masterpiece featured elegant long sleeves and a high neckline, lending a sense of timeless grace.
However, it was the gown’s dramatic details that truly elevated the look: a statement structured thigh-high slit that added a daring edge, complemented by intricate waist detailing that sculpted her frame. The dress’s most dazzling feature was its embellished diamanté collar, meticulously designed to mimic a tiered choker necklace, showering her neckline with sparkle and shine.
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Lopez took it a step further with metallic silver platform heels, each strap adorned with subtle diamond accents. For glam, her signature long brunette locks were swept back into a sleek bun that lent her avant-garde dress an Old Hollywood twist. The updo also perfectly emphasized her brilliant diamond hoop earrings, ensuring all focus remained on her radiant visage.
Lopez is far from the only unattached A-lister embracing neo-bridal style. White gowns, lace details and sweeping silhouettes are having a moment, divorced from traditional matrimonial contexts.
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At the Cannes Film Festival on Friday, May 16, Angelina Jolie demonstrated the power of a Brunello Cucinelli white ball gown, highlighting the shade’s versatility for grand occasions.
Meanwhile, over the weekend, Kylie Jenner took to Instagram to show off a sheer white lace mini while vacationing in Turks and Caicos. It was the naked dress version of the non-bridal bridal trend.
Whether tying the knot or making a statement, wearing white this season is unequivocally stylish, and Lopez is leading the charge with her signature glamour and dramatic sartorial flair.
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Owen Patrick Joyner is willing to do just about anything when it comes to delivering a killer good time.
Warning: Spoilers for Final Destination: Bloodlines.
Joyner, 24, stars as Bobby Campbell in Final Destination: Bloodlines, which hit theaters on Friday, May 15, and is already the No. 1 movie in the world. The actor is undoubtedly a standout in the latest installment of the beloved horror comedy franchise, but much like his costars and predecessors before him, he couldn’t escape being brutally killed off in one of the most off-the-wall ways possible.
Joyner is given the honor of death by anaphylaxis in the film, as his character is deathly allergic to nuts. It’s actually kind of a nut allergy and vending machine coil through the skull combo, but his demise begins when he decides to eat a peanut butter cup in a last ditch attempt to outsmart his family’s death curse.
Luckily for Joyner, he’s no stranger to food-related deaths — he famously died by a car engine-heated street hot dog in his critically acclaimed series Julie and the Phantoms. Nor is he, it turns out, a stranger to severe nut allergies.
“I brought my real EpiPen and we were doing the scene and [directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein] were like, ‘So do you know anything about [allergies]? Like, have you ever experienced something like that?’ And I was like, ‘Yeah, actually I brought my EpiPen!’” Joyner told Us Weekly exclusively. “And I saw a little twinkle in their eye. I feel like that’s when I booked it.”
Joyner heard from a friend who was also auditioning for Bobby that there was a scene involving an EpiPen. His pal also shared insight into how keen Lipovsky and Stein were to take big swings. The directing duo rented out an entire set when pitching their concept to Warner Bros. in hopes of giving execs an immersive experience.
“During their director pitch, [Zach and Adam] had a conversation and they were talking to camera while the back of their fireplace caught on fire. And then it spread to the walls, the paintings went to the roof and the entire room was on fire,” Joyner explained. “And it turned out they were in a set and they had staged that whole thing because they were just such big fans.”
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Joyner, of course, didn’t have “the money” to set up an entire stage, so he worked with his own real-life experiences — and the effort clearly paid off. His sitcom experience likely also swung the pendulum his way, as Final Destination is known for its unique comedy elements.
That comedy, however, felt particularly tricky with Bloodlines as so much of the plot revolves around a single family unit dying off one by one. Joyner told Us it was a “big conversation” between the cast and creatives to figure out tonally where to land with each big death.
“With the family dynamics, it was so different, because it almost felt like it was accepted that people moved on with the other movies because they were friends. But we have to keep pushing,” he said. “Like, how much do we commit if our sister dies or if this person dies within our family? How deep do we go?”
A huge focus, Joyner noted, was figuring out what the audience would want above all else — “If you lose them, you already lost on the first day,” he told Us — but ultimately, the film opted to lean on the humor. That’s where the improv came in.
“Kudos to the directors and the creative team because they totally let us go on our own,” Joyner said. “We would do two takes by the book and by the lines and then we would do two that were just kind of crazy improv or as many as they let us do. And they would come to us and [say], ‘Go crazy. Say whatever you want.’ So there’s some crazy footage out there of us saying stuff that does not work.”
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As the rest of Us anxiously await the blooper reel, Joyner is celebrating what did make it to the final edit. Bloodlines — the sixth film in the franchise — follows a family who realize they are part of a decades-long death curse after their relative (Brec Bassinger) escaped a tragic accident years prior. Being part of such a hefty legacy is a responsibility that Joyner hasn’t taken lightly.
“It’s pretty intimidating, you know? Obviously, as an actor, it’s super exciting with a big piece of IP like this … and there’s millions of people that love it,” he confessed. “But at the same time, being 14 and a half years later, they were gonna have to — not reinvent the wheel — but maybe paint it a little bit, and change things up for the audience. Like, a little bit of a roll of the dice. So I was nervous.”
Joyner was put at ease after seeing the script from Jon Watts, Lori Evans Taylor and Guy Busick. “And then, of course, [producers] Craig [Perry] and Sheila [Hanahan Taylor], who created this entire universe, certainly gave me more confidence,” he added. “Obviously, I was gonna jump into it. I wasn’t gonna let something like this slide.”
Another weight on Joyner’s shoulders? Transitioning from family-friendly content to something with a little more bite. The actor made a name for himself on Nickelodeon shows like 100 Things to Do Before High School and Knight Squad before skyrocketing to success with the Netflix musical series Julie and the Phantoms in 2020.
“I loved every moment of [being on Nickelodeon], just getting to kind of do humor and comedy. And then I was lucky enough after that I was 19 and I went into the Julie and the Phantoms. That felt like a little step up,” Joyner explained. “As a young actor, you’re always nervous. Like, ‘Can I make it to a different step? Even if it’s lateral, can I do something that’s more mature and grown up?’ I wasn’t seeking horror, but I was excited to do something that was … a little riskier.”
While Joyner may be happy to be moving forward in his craft, he’s well aware — and endlessly grateful — for the love Julie and the Phantoms still receives five years after the one-season series first made waves.
“There’s still people that are excited and once in a while you’ll see a petition for season 2 and I wanna find those people and give them a hug,” he said. (The actor confirmed that despite hopes, a second season is “probably not gonna happen.”)
Joyner admitted that he didn’t know JATP would have the profound effect on audiences it has — rumors have swirled that Netflix wasn’t anticipating the series would resonate so deeply with older generations — but he felt “pretty confident” in being part of a project led by Kenny Ortega.
“You can kind of go, ‘You know what? I don’t think this has to be my greatest work for it to be successful,’” Joyer said. “Obviously, a lot of people have success [with] him. He’s the magic man. I don’t know how else to put it. So I wasn’t that surprised when it was an older group [who loved the show], because Kenny Ortega started High School Musical. Then I think he brought some of that fan base to us and they accepted us with open arms.”
The series, which dropped amid the coronavirus pandemic, followed 15-year-old Julie (Madison Reyes), who, in grieving the death of her mother, discovers an old CD that brings three teenage ghosts who died in the ‘90s into her life. Joyner portrayed Alex: the sensitive, often anxious drummer.
Like his EpiPen for Final Destination, Joyner tapped into his own experience when it came to bringing Alex to life. “I find that most of my characters just end up being anxious because I’m anxious. So they’re just like, ‘That works, push that side of you,’” he said with a laugh.
Portraying an openly queer character was slightly more “nerve wracking” for Joyner, who didn’t know Alex’s sexual identity when he landed the part and wanted to make sure he did the character justice.
“I remember getting all nervous and then Kenny called me and I said, ‘Kenny, if you give me the green light, then I know it’s OK.’ And he did, and I think it was important to him,” Joyner recalled. “He said, ‘Well, this isn’t about him. He’s a character with struggles, but he just happens to be queer. Take it and run with it, Owen.’ And I said, ‘OK Kenny, if you say so.’”
Joyner’s interpretation clearly paid off, as Alex quickly became a favorite among fans.
“Everyone was so loving and so accepting,” he told Us. “It meant a lot to a lot of people, which is something I wasn’t expecting or didn’t know I’d have the honor to be for some people, you know?”
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