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Katie Lowes talks character’s secrets and fan response to hit series “The Hunting Wives”
Actor Katie Lowes, who plays Jill on the Netflix series “The Hunting Wives,” said the hit show that merges complex relationships and Southern culture has garnered a huge fan following.
“I am getting texts, emails, DM’s from everybody I know and don’t know – strangers and family alike who are obsessed with the show,” Lowes told “CBS Mornings Plus.”
The series debuted in Netflix’s global top 10 and stayed there for five weeks.
“It’s a summer, summer spicy show,” she said. “I think it’s getting a lot of attention because there is an amazing lesbian love story at the front of the show, and I’m thrilled that it’s getting the attention it deserves.”
“The Hunting Wives” tells the story of Sophie, played by Brittany Snow, who moves from Boston to east Texas for her husband’s job. She strikes up a friendship with the charismatic Margo, played by Malin Akerman, and her clique of friends, including Jill. Sophie discovers she doesn’t fit it and things take a turn when a teenage girl is murdered.
In the series, each woman has her own secrets. Lowes said Jill, who is the preacher’s wife and a pillar of the community, “hides her secrets in her hair.”
“Her marriage is horrible and she has a very interesting relationship with her son,” Lowes said about Jill. She enjoys playing “juicy, complicated” characters like Jill.
“I grew up in New York, and when something comes in where someone is going to say yes, like, do something that’s not like you, talk not like how you speak, have an accent, wear different clothing,” she said. “I mean … I’ve been an actress since I was a little kid playing pretend, and it’s the goal. It’s awesome.”
Lowes said she feels lucky, previously starring in shows like “Scandal” and “Inventing Anna.” While many know her as Quinn on “Scandal,” she said that’s changing.
“I have to say I was at the U.S. Open with the ‘Scandal’ family this weekend with Shonda Rhimes there and I was getting a lot of ‘Hunting Wives’ mentions.”
Chris Pratt spoke out in support of the new social media rules for children under sixteen, becoming the latest celebrity to weigh in after Oprah Winfrey praised the approach.
The actor called the move “smart” and said he hoped other countries would follow the example.
Pratt, known for Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World, admitted that he usually did not like telling people what to do.
But the 46-year-old star believed protecting children online was very important, “But when it comes to kids, I think it’s important to protect them.
As much as I believe in liberty, I also believe that protecting kids from social media is really, really important,” he said.
The Electric State star also talked about how he runs his own household, as his four children, including a thirteen-year-old, do not have phones or use screens.
He said he wanted to keep them away from “passive algorithm-driven entertainment” and give them a better start in life.
“Data’s become the most valuable commodity in the world. Our attention is the new veins of gold and oil for the world,” the Moneyball star added.
Oprah Winfrey also praised the decision during her Sydney speaking tour, telling audiences the rules could “change the lives of an entire generation of kids” and highlighted research showing young children were using devices at alarming ages.
She quoted author Jonathan Haidt, saying 40% of American two-year-olds got iPads.
Winfrey called the move a way to protect children’s brains and mental health.
However, Chris’ comments, along with Oprah’s support, brought more attention to the debate about children and social media.
Dua Lipa marked the end of her Radical Optimism tour with the last show in Mexico City.
After setting the stage on fire on Friday, December 5, the Levitating hitmaker took to her official social media accounts the following day to officially wrap up her tour, consisting of over 80 concerts.
In an Instagram post on Saturday, December 6, the Grammy winner offered her online fans a glimpse from the unforgettable night.
“What a life. What a joy. Thank you Radical Optimism for the most fulfilling year and a half,” she wrote in the caption. “92 shows since last May ~ around the world with the very very best!!!!”
Throughout the tour, Lipa, who is engaged to Masters of the Air star Callum Turner, made stops in more than 60 cities across six continents before her final three non-consecutive nights in Mexico City.
“Thank you Mexico City for your love and energy and for having us for 3 nights,” she continued. “Grateful beyond belief.”
Her last gig of the world tour became even more special as she shared the stage with Mexican legends Maná, a pop rock band formed in 1981, during the second out of three shows.
On Tuesday, December 2, the pop band joined the New Rules singer, sending fans into a frenzy.
“Still digesting ~ might take me a sec… but for now thank you and I love you so much!!!!!,” the Break My Heart songstress added, before signing off with, “RADICAL OPTIMISM FOREVER!!! [star emojis].”
For the unversed, the 30-year-old Albanian pop star kicked off her Radical Optimism Tour in November 2024 in Asia.
And now, Lipa has brought her tour to a close with her final show on December 5 at GNP Seguros Stadium.
Taylor Swift faced backlash from fans over reports about her upcoming wedding to Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce.
The pop superstar is set to marry on June 13, 2026, at Ocean House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island, a cliffside resort known for high-profile events.
Reports circulated that Swift paid huge amount to move another couple’s same wedding date to arrange her celebration.
Social media users reacted strongly, as one wrote, “she’s becoming Kim Kardashian entitled right before our eyes…”
Another commented, “That’s really gross behavior on Taylor’s part,” while others added, “Zero class,” and, “I think it’s fucking sickening for any celebrity to do this.”
One fan said, “Idk, I’d be kinda annoyed if someone else was paying me to move my wedding just so someone else can have it…
Especially if I’ve already sent out invitations and everything.”
Representatives for Swift and Kelce did not comment. However, Ocean House later denied the claims, saying they would never allow one wedding to buy out another.
They also confirmed that each client confirms their date directly.
The wedding carries personal meaning for the Ophelia hitmaker, with June 13 known as her lucky number.
The couple, who got engaged on August 26, 2025, reportedly planned a lavish celebration with flowers everywhere, red eternity roses for Swift’s closest friends.
Despite the controversy, the focus is still on making the wedding personal and special.
Fans continue to watch closely, debating the story, but Taylor’s plans reflect her attention to the details.
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