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The Weeknd is about to take over your TV screens once HBO’s highly-anticipated new drama, The Idol, premieres on Sunday (June 4).
Besides having a stellar cast lineup, which also includes actress Lily-Rose Depp as the leading lady and Schitt’s Creek star and creator Dan Levy, the series from Euphoria creator Sam Levinson tells the story of Jocelyn (played by Depp), an aspiring pop star who after having a nervous breakdown, begins an entangled relationship with Tedros, a self-help guru and the head of a contemporary cult (played by The Weeknd).
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“Angel Baby” singer Troye Sivan, Moses Sumney, Suzanna Son and BLACKPINK’s Jennie Ruby Jane also appear in the series.
Read on for ways to watch and stream The Idol from anywhere.
How to Watch The Idol Without Cable
The Idol premiers Sunday, June 4, at 9 p.m. ET. In order to catch the premiere without cable — and avoid any spoilers from social media — you’ll need to make sure you have Max, HBO’s new streaming service. If you’re already a subscriber to HBO or previously subscribed to HBO Max, then you don’t need to worry about downloading a new streaming service, but for those who don’t have a subscription, there’s an easy way to sign up. Simply log into Max.com to join.
New episodes of The Idol will air on HBO on Fridays starting on June 4 until June 25.
You can watch HBO without cable through streamers such as DirecTV Stream and Hulu (use ExpressVPN to access the cable channel and other streaming platforms from outside of the U.S.)
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Happy Pride, everybody! What better way to celebrate the reason for the season than with a cornucopia of new tracks from your favorite queer artists? Billboard Pride is proud to present the latest edition of Queer Jams of the Week, our roundup of some of the best new music releases from LGBTQ artists.
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From Tove Lo’s Y2K dance anthem to Adam Lambert’s appropriate new Pride cover, check out just a few of our favorite releases from this week below:
Tove Lo, “I Like U”
That’s right, we’re kicking off Pride with one hell of a new dance song. Tove Lo’s “I Like U” doesn’t need to be anything other than what it is — a feel good, fire-up-the-smoke-machine single about the revelry of newfound love. With production courtesy of frequent collaborator Timfromthehouse, Tove’s new song is a perfect party banger to kick off your Pride Month, as she wails “I li-li-li-like you/ I want you tonight.”
Adam Lambert feat. Sigala, “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” (Sylvester cover)
When you think of “Pride anthems,” a handful of tracks immediately come to mind — one such song is Sylvester’s classic 1978 hit “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real).” Now, 35 years after the disco icon’s death, Adam Lambert is ready to pay tribute to a great that paved the way. Teaming up with Sigala for a dance-fueled remix of the track, Lambert’s falsetto stylings fit perfectly with the song, nailing each note of the track, but never aiming to emulate the late star — rather, he honors his legacy with this dedicated cover.
Paris Hilton feat. Kim Petras, “Stars Are Blind (Paris’ Version)”
Say it with me — “that’s so hot.” Paris Hilton is, in fact, back with a re-release of her beloved single “Stars Are Blind.” (Note Taylor Swift’s impact, with Hilton dubbing her new rendition “Paris’ Version”). This time, though, Hilton is bringing along her friend and past collaborator Kim Petras to amp up the newest version of the track, with a pitch perfect second verse.
The Aces, I’ve Loved You For So Long
You shouldn’t mistake The Aces’ new album, I’ve Loved You For So Long, as nostalgia; while much of the 11-track project does deal with delving into the past, not all of it is done fondly. Throughout this expansive LP, the group retrods everything from teenage self-loathing (“Miserable” and “Always Get This Way”) to co-dependency (“Girls Make Me Wanna Die”), all done with their signature indie-pop sound and top-shelf songwriting completely intact.
Claud, “Wet”
Ever had that one person in your life who just refused to commit? If so, Claud has a song for you. The alt-pop star’s latest offering “Wet” deals with this exact dilemma, as Claud chastises a could-be partner for their refusal to just go for it. The thrumming, synth-focused production only adds to the drama, as the singer passively tells the song’s subject, “That’s not an apology/ But I’ll take what I can get/ Dip your feet but not too wet.”
Jake Shears, Last Man Dancing
It bears repeating that in dark times, it feels good to unplug and dance for a little while. Jake Shears’ phenomenal new album Last Man Dancing provides exactly that opportunity, while also offering something of a history lesson in queer music. Revisiting the chaotic electroclash that defined the late ’90s and early 2000s (especially on album standout “Really Big Deal”) and diving headfirst into gorgeous disco-tinged dance songs (the Kylie Minogue-assisted “Voices”), Last Man Dancing is a triumphant call to joy from Shears for the queer community. Sure, the world’s turning into a dystopia, but when has that ever stopped us from making our own good time?
CHIKA, “Requiem For A Dream”
When it comes to penning lyrics that make you sit back in your chair and exhale loudly, CHIKA is nearly unmatched. Her return single “Requiem for a Dream” is a perfect example — throughout this woozy track, the rapper dives deep into her own mind, plucking out insecurities, fears and self-scrutinizations and laying them out for the listener. But after shooting off a veritable laundry list of the problems she’s dealing with, CHIKA comes to a gorgeously-sung resolution on the song’s chorus: “I’m alright with pretending that all’s well …We’ll be okay,” she sings, before hampering her own thought. “F–k, I’m delusional.”
Zolita, “Grave”
As fun as it is to be petty, sometimes you just have to suck it up and be the adult in a relationship. For all of the angst she’s sung about thus far in her career, Zolita’s ready to be the grown-up on “Grave.” This chilling new track sees the rising pop singer living through the aftermath of a breakup, and instead of going scorched earth on her ex (see past single “20 Questions” for that particular tirade), Zolita decided to just take it in stride. “You said things you never thought you’d say,” she offers, spitefully. “You’re lucky I’ll take that s–t to my grave.”
Dorian Electra, “Sodom & Gomorrah”
If right-wing politicians want to use the Bible like a cudgel, Dorian Electra says “let them.” On “Sodom & Gomorrah,” the hyperpop star takes a look back at that “ancient story” where “two cities got super horny,” and turns it into a metaphor for what they’d like to see their lover do to them. With some cheeky wordplay and a lot of thinly-veiled innuendo, Electra gets their point across with ease in this sexed-up single.
Trixie Mattel, “Looking Good, Feeling Gorgeous” (RuPaul cover)
Her Snatch Game impression of RuPaul might have been a bit rough, but Trixie Mattel’s new cover of a RuPaul classic is, as she put it, a “winner winner chicken dinner.” Taking the (frankly underrated) RuPaul track “Looking Good, Feeling Gorgeous” and giving it a modern facelift, Mattel leans into the unbridled camp of the dance single, pouring every ounce of faux-sincerity into the song’s central question of “How do I look?” Considering the fact that the music video is also raising money for the Drag Isn’t Dangerous fund, and you simply have no reason not to press play.
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Adam Lambert and Orly teamed up for a “high drama” collaboration in honor of Pride Month. Inspired by Lambert’s High Drama album, the six-piece collection of vibrant nail polishes will be available exclusively at Orlybeauty.com on Friday (June 2).
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“We are all very excited about this collaboration. Adam has such a powerful voice, both in his music and in championing the causes closest to his heart,” said Tal Pink, Vice President of Business Development at Orly International. “As a musician myself as part of a rock band, we not only are immense fans of Lambert’s musical talents but also his compassion and advocacy for the queer community.”
The Adam Lambert x Orly: High Drama Collection features a silver metallic shade dubbed “Fluidity,” an apple green polish named “Adam’s Apple” and a black and silver glitter polish named “In the Moonlight.” There’s also a gold polish called “Hero Worship,” a plum shade named “Flight of Fancy” and “Berry That” — a custom navy duo chrome shimmer that Lambert conceptualized and created at Orly Color Labs in West Hollywood, Calif.
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The polishes retail for $10.50 and the six-piece collection retails for $63. Proceeds from the collection will go to Stand With Trans, a non-profit organization that provides critical support for trans youth and their families.
“Stand with Trans is thrilled to be invited to participate in this exciting collaboration with ORLY and Adam Lambert. Adam’s voice will send an impactful message to folks about the importance of celebrating the trans and queer community,” said Roz Gould Keith, founder and executive director of Stand with Trans.
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Adam Lambert x Orly High Drama Collection — Fluidity $10.50
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Adam Lambert x Orly High Drama Collection — In the Moonlight $10.50
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Touchscreen, flat smartphones are the it cell phone to own, but newer models have continued to grow in size unlike our pocket space. Since the ’90s have made a sweeping comeback among fashion there’s a new accessory everyone (especially Gen Z) is scrambling to own: a flip phone. Celebrities like previous Billboard Hot 100 chart topper Ed Sheeran and “Alone” singer Kim Petras have hopped on the trend with Sheeran even preferring the old school model as it helps him limit social media usage, which he said in The Collector’s Edition podcast.
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Petras even remembers growing up with the phone during the early 2000s. “In the early 2000s, people I looked up to had the iconic pink Razr and it was the coolest accessory,” she said in a statement for Motorola.
Owning a flip phone doesn’t mean completely giving up all the features a smartphone carries — newer models are bringing you the best of both worlds with touchscreen capabilities, HD cameras, app usage and more. All paired with the famous screen flip feature, of course.
Whether you’re looking to cut down your screen time or want a more compact, portable phone to carry in your tote bag, flip phones make it easy to stay connected — without having to lug around a tablet-sized smartphone in your hand.
In anticipation of the Motorola Razr Plus being released on June 23, we rounded up a list of flip phones to shop in a range of versions from styles with just the basics to new flip phones featuring the latest tech. Check below to shop our picks for the best flip phones to own in 2023!
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of portable phone chargers, best TV deals to shop right now and best graduation gifts.
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Samsung – Galaxy Z Flip4
$999.99
Get all the characteristics of a smartphone shrunk down into a portable flip phone design with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4. It comes in four colors to customize to your liking and comes with flex mode allowing you to use the top portion to video call friends while browsing the Internet on the bottom half.
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Nokia 2780 Flip | Unlocked | Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile | Blue
$89.99
Go back to basics with the Nokia 2780 Flip Phone, which is not only an affordable option but comes with all the necessities including talk, text and a camera. Just note that a SIM card is not included.
Motorola
Motorola razr+
$999.99
The Motorola Razr+ is not only Petras-approved, but aims to be the phone for content creators and it’s already getting rave reviews. It turns your smartphone into a fashionable accessory you can carry with you and shoot video, snap pictures, text, call, use social media and more. It won’t be available for pre-order until June 16, but until then, you can register to be notified of presale and once it’s available you’ll be able to purchase it through phone carriers or grab it universally unlocked at Amazon, Best Buy and Motorola.
Walmart
Alcatel – My Flip 2 Prepaid Tracfone
$43
Flip on over to Alcatel’s prepaid flip phone featuring only the essentials. Whether you’re traveling or just want to declutter your accessories, this phone will enable you to call, text, surf YouTube and even use a maps feature.
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Consumer Cellular Verve Snap
$69
Keep things simple and under $100 with this flip phone from Consumer Cellular. It’s compact enough to throw in your purse, pocket or backpack and will allow you to call and send text messages without the distraction of social media.
Unapologetically gay disco pioneer Sylvester was one of the many LGBTQ artists whose lives were cut short by the AIDS epidemic in the ’80s while the Republican-led government willfully ignored the crisis or actively blamed its victims. But while Sylvester, the human being, died at 41 of AIDS-related complications in 1988, Sylvester, the Queen of Disco, is immortal — and Pride Month 2023 finds the legend being honored twofold.
A newly available anthology, Disco Heat: The Fantasy Years 1977-1981, draws on the six albums he recorded for Fantasy Records, covering his three Billboard Hot 100 top 40 hits – “Dance (Disco Heat),” the undying classic “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” and a version of “I (Who Have Nothing)” — as well as rare 12-inch mixes. After that, New York City’s venerable Lincoln Center is saluting the trailblazer with a tribute concert featuring performances from Inaya Day, Mykal Kilgore, Dawn Richard, Byron Stingily and Kevin Aviance on June 15.
Finally, it seems, the world is catching up to Sylvester – even if it is 50 years after his debut album. But when “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” began to gain traction in 1978, most people simply weren’t ready for a human as mightily real as Sylvester.
“The thing was, my brief for promoting Sylvester was to tell him to downplay his gayness,” Sharon Davis, who worked as a publicist for Fantasy Records in the U.K. in the late ‘70s, tells Billboard. “The U.K. just was not ready for this type of open-minded artist. And it was felt that his career could be dead in the water if he promoted his gayness, despite having an international dance hit under his belt.”
Regardless of any brief from the record company, Sylvester was hardly closeted. He wore women’s clothing, hit the stage wearing makeup and took gender-bending flamboyance to peaks that even a glam-era David Bowie never dared to scale.
Rudy Calvo, a veteran makeup artist who has worked with everyone from Patti LaBelle to Chaka Khan to Natalie Cole, remembers the first time he saw Sylvester and the Hot Band perform at L.A.’s Whisky a Go Go in 1973. “Sylvester and his posse hit the stage like an 5F tornado,” Calvo raves. “His hair was in a turban, and he was wearing lots and lots of bracelets you could hear clinking in the back of the room. His face was painted to perfection, which added to the drama of his androgynous stage persona.”
Davis – whose book Mighty Real: Sharon Davis Remembers Sylvester is currently being expanded and rewritten now that the film rights have been picked up – says Sylvester casually used feminine and masculine pronouns. “Sylvester was happy being a man,” Davis explains. “In leisure time, if he was in gay company, he would use the term ‘she’ but in public always referred to himself as ‘he.’” While she admits that the androgynous imagery of glam rockers like Bowie and Marc Bolan helped bring about “a certain tolerance in the U.K. music business,” people weren’t fully ready to embrace a gay-gay disco star. “Being bisexual seemed to be the get-out clause at that time,” she opines.
Despite Sylvester’s flashy threads — and a falsetto that soared so high it scraped heaven — both Davis and Calvo describe him as comparatively reserved in private. “He was quiet, softly spoken,” Davis says. “I loved the calmness about him. Yet he could be as stubborn as a mule if he didn’t want to do something.” Calvo – who became friends with Sylvester not long after he caught the artist’s 1973 show at the Whisky – recalls him similarly. “He was totally different from the person you saw on stage,” Calvo says. “The way he dressed, he seemed very flamboyant; in reality, he was very low-key.”
Calvo says he and Sylvester bonded over a shared love for “underground artists like Betty Davis” and a mutual respect for each other’s styles. The afternoon before Calvo caught Sylvester’s Whisky set in ’73, he had been scouring a flea market in West Hollywood for the perfect outfit to wear to the show. After picking up “a vintage yellow bowling shirt with silver threading woven throughout” to complement his bell-bottoms and platforms, Calvo clocked a striking man with bright pink hair also browsing the selections. Later that night, backstage at the Whisky, both Calvo and Sylvester realized they had been admiring each other’s fashion sense from afar at the flea market. “Oh, you were the guy at the flea market with the cool haircut,” Sylvester told Calvo when the makeup artist took off his hat to reveal a “short-spiked cockatoo” haircut. In turn, Sylvester “lifted off his turban to reveal his hidden pink electric hair,” says Calvo.
Four years after they first met, Calvo gave Sylvester a preview listen to Patti LaBelle’s self-titled debut album. “The first time he heard the song ‘You Are My Friend,’ he said, ‘I could do something like this.’” Two years later, Sylvester released a live cover of the song (backed by The Weather Girls) on his Living Proof album; the song became a top 30 hit on what’s now called the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and appears on the Disco Heat: The Fantasy Years 1977-1981 anthology. At one concert, the soul icon and the disco pioneer even performed it together. “When he hit the stage, it was like a church experience,” Calvo says. “He brought that energy of gospel to his music. It was like disco gospel.”
“His smile was wonderful, as it lit up his face, and his lisp so attractive,” Davis says. “A beautiful man on many levels. I shall always be grateful to have his friendship. And call him my brother.”
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Jacky Oh, a former castmember of Nick Cannon’s Wild ‘N Out, has died at 32. At press time a cause of death had not been announced. BET confirmed the news in an Instagram post, which read, “We, the BET family, extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Jacky Oh and DC Young […]
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It’s officially summer festival and tour season! The city of Barcelona is kicking off the warm weather with Primavera Sound 2023, from Thursday (June 1) to Saturday (June 3). For those of us who couldn’t get tickets or jet off to Spain, we typically would pray for snippets of performances to be posted on TikTok or scattered around the Internet, but Amazon had other plans.
Thanks to Amazon Music Live, you can actually stream the music festival straight from your couch. The streaming service has live coverage of the events for each day and will be showing performances from artists including Japanese Breakfast, Maggie Rogers, The War on Drugs, Calvin Harris, Måneskin and more.
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Rather than pack all your travel necessities and festival gear you can literally pop some popcorn and listen to live songs in your coziest leggings. You won’t even have to worry about reapplying sunscreen since you can literally watch in from your AC-filled home.
How to Watch Primavera Sound 2023
The music festival is streaming live exclusively through Amazon Prime Video, which means unless you’re a Prime member, you’re going to need to sign up for a membership. For those already subscribed, you can tune in Thursday (June 1) at 1:30 p.m. ET and start streaming Primavera Sound day one live. You’ll also find it under the Live Channels section on Prime Video.
Primavera Sound Live
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The massive collection of Prime Originals includes Citadel, Daisy Jones & The Six, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Swarm, The Powder, Harlem, Invincible, The Boys, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, Fleabag, The Summer I Turned Pretty, The Wheel of Time, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Legend of Vox Machina.
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Plan your viewing session and check out the full lineup of Barcelona’s Primavera Sound festival here.
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Teyana Taylor is kicking off the month of June on a high note. The Teyana Taylor x Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT 2 “A Rose From Harlem” sneaker sold out within minutes of its release on Thursday (June 1).
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Luckily, fans can still get their hands on apparel from the Jordan x Teyana Taylor collection while it’s still in stock.
Taylor’s debut collaboration with Jordan Brand represents her “journey as a rose navigating through the concrete” and celebrates “anyone who’s overcome a struggle.” Taylor gifted stars such as Missy Elliott, Lil Wayne, DJ Khaled and Erykah Badu with pairs of the sneakers last month.
The Harlem native stars in the photo campaign for her Jordan collab alongside her mother, grandmother and eldest daughter, Junie. “The evolution of a rose 🌹 From a Bud … to a Bouquet,” Taylor wrote on Instagram on Wednesday before explaining that her youngest daughter, Rue, was asleep during the shoot. “I present my Nana, My Mama, and My Seed. (Rue was knocked … but we can say she was planted).”
The Teyana Taylor x Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT 2 “A Rose From Harlem” sneaker sold out and fans are not happy with “bots” apparently flooding the app. “It sucks your actual fans had to compete against bots,” one follower wrote in Taylor’s Instagram comments. “I placed my order at exactly 9 am and still didn’t get them. I’m so hurt.”
For those who are willing to pay a price increase, the sold-out shoe is available on resale sites such as StockX, Goat and Fight Club.
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Teyana Taylor A Rose from Harlem Jordan High Zoom Air $193
Taylor’s “street and sporty” apparel collection, channels “early-2000s New York aesthetic and Jordan DNA.” The collection, which is priced from $60 to $175 and available in sizes ranging from XS (0-2) to XXL (20-22), includes fleece joggers, a mesh long sleeve top, tank tops, T-shirts and a $750 varsity jacket with beautifully embroidered rose on the chest and a floral interpretation of the Jumpman logo on the back.
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Jordan x Teyana Taylor Mesh Long Sleeve Shirt $75
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Jordan x Teyana Taylor Women’s Fleece Pants $110
Jordan x Teyana Taylor Women’s Vintage T-Shirt $60
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Jordan x Teyana Taylor Women’s Varsity Jacket $750
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You better werk your way over to the TV, as another season of Queen of the Universe is coming to screens Friday (June 2) on Paramount+. This time, a new cast of drag queens will sing in front of the Pop Diva Panel of judges and compete for the title of “Queen of the Universe,” along with a cash prize of $250,000.
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Rather than face a lip-synching showdown, drag queens will be singing using their real voices, while returning judges Spice Girls’ Mel B., RuPauls Drag Race: All-Stars season three winner Trixie Mattel, singer and Drag Race judge Michelle Visage and actress Vanessa Williams return to critique.
New episodes will arrive every Friday at 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m PT, and will feature contestants from all over the world, including Jazell Barbie Royale and Militia Scunt from the U.S., Italy’s Aura Eternal, Chloe V. from Brazil, Love Masisi representing The Netherlands, Maxie from the Philippines, Israel’s Miss Sistrata and more.
How to Watch Queen of the Universe Season 2
To catch all the action from the X-Factor meets RuPaul’s Drag Race competition show, you’ll need to tune into Paramount+. Those who are already subscribers won’t need to pay additional charges, but for those without one, you’ll need to sign up in order to watch the premiere or add the premium channel to your Amazon Prime Video account.
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Paramount+ offers a mix of plans you can choose based on your needs. New users can enjoy a seven-day free trial of the streaming service before being charged $4.99/month for the ad-supported Essential plan or $9.99/month for the Premium plan, which lets you stream without ads. Paramount+ also offers annual plans, student discounts and a bundle deal with Showtime ($11.99/month). Click here for ways to land a 30-day free trial to Paramount+.
The platform is home to a bunch of original shows and movies such as Fatal Attraction, Rabbit Hole, Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, 1923, iCarly,The Good Fight, Mayor of Kingstown, Seal Team, Star Trek: Discovery, Star Trek: Picard, Why Women Kill and Before I Forget.
Paramount+ is also on Prime Video for those with an Amazon Prime account. Not a Prime member?Launch your free 30-day trial here.
If you’re watching from outside the U.S., you can still watch Queen of the Universe through ExpressVPN, which gives you access to Paramount+, Prime Video and other platforms.
Check below to watch the trailer for Queen of the Universe Season 2.
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Barbie: The Movie may not come out until July 21, but for those itching for more Barbie content, Mattel just dropped an exclusive collection based on the film — and you can shop it now. You’ll be saying “Hi, Barbie!” to these fashion-forward, and, most importantly, pink dolls and accessories.
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The cast of the movie had the chance to see their characters in doll form and couldn’t get over how accurate they are to the film.
“It’s everything,” Margot Robbie, who stars as Barbie, said about her disco doll in a press release. “Wow, this is so good.”
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From Robbie’s iconic hot-pink cowgirl ‘fit to Ken’s beachy pink and light green matching set, you can add these movie-inspired dolls to your collection. There are even a few collector edition dolls you’ll recognize from the most recent trailer, including from the glamorous disco scene and Barbie’s classic pink convertible.
The doll, accessory and game collection ranges from $7 to $51, and will help turn your home into your very own Barbieland. You can shop the full collection wherever Mattel is sold, such as Amazon, Walmart and Target. Scroll down to shop the exclusive collection while it’s still in stock!
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of Fenty Beauty’s “Summatime” collection, the best Mermaidcore clothing and accessories and Dua Lipa’s Versace collection.
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Barbie The Movie Doll, Margot Robbie as Barbie, Collectible Doll Wearing Pink and White Gingham Dress
$25.00
We’re not surprised this is rated No. 1 for new doll releases on Amazon. Inspired by the scene of Robbie floating down from her dream house, this doll comes styled in an elegant and graceful pink-and-white gingham dress accessorized with pink heels, a matching bow and white jewelry to complete it.
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Barbie The Movie Ken Doll Wearing Pastel Pink and Green Striped Beach Matching Set
$25.00
You can’t have Barbie without her strapping sidekick Ken, and this beach-inspired doll has the stylish green-and-pink striped set with a blue surfboard to catch waves with.
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Barbie The Movie Doll, President Barbie Collectible
$50.00
Issa Rae’s President Barbie doll is an ethereal vision serving grace and sophistication in her gold and pink gown with a sash featuring the iconic Barbie font.
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Barbie: The Movie Collectible Doll Margot Robbie as Barbie in Pink Western Outfit
$50.99
Say “howdy” to this Western-inspired Barbie doll complete with pink bell-bottom pants patterned with stars and a matching top. You’ll be tipping your cap to this doll as you put her front and center in your display case.
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Barbie The Movie Collectible Ken Doll Wearing All-Denim Matching Set
$50.00
This Ken doll makes a case for the denim-on-denim look as he sports straight-legged jeans and an open vest with “Ken” boxers peeking out. He’ll certainly be setting trends both in and out of the box.
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Barbie The Movie Collectible Doll, Margot Robbie as Barbie in Gold Disco Jumpsuit
$49.97
Just one look at this groovy disco Barbie will have you ready to get on the dance floor in your sparkliest jumpsuit. It comes from the special collectible line of Barbie: The Movie dolls, which means that once they’re sold out, Mattel won’t be making any more.
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Barbie The Movie Doll, Margot Robbie as Barbie, Collectible Doll Wearing Blue Plaid Matching Set
$50.00
Showing off preppy perfection is this collectible Barbie in a blue plaid matching set. This doll is another collectible version, which means only a set amount were, made so you’ll want to snag her while she’s still available!
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Barbie The Movie Doll, Gloria Collectible Wearing Three-Piece Pink Power Pantsuit
$50.00
We love a power suit, and Barbie’s friend Gloria is showing off her best doll version of it as she wears pink pinstripe pants with a silky blazer and pink sweater top.
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UNO Barbie The Movie Card Game
$6.49
The classic UNO game gets a Barbie spin with each card featuring a character or setting from the film. Now you can combine your favorite card game with the iconic character as you wait for the film to come out.
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Hot Wheels RC Barbie Corvette
$54.99
Take the classic pink corvette for a spin with Hot Wheels’ remote controllable Barbie car. You can add your dolls in or just keep it empty. Either way you’re in control.
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Barbie: The Movie Fashion Pack
$50.99
Give your Barbie or Gloria an outfit change with this clothing and accessory set featuring more pieces to expect from the movie including a pink matching pajama set and blue and white dress and short set.
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Little People Collector Barbie: The Movie Special Edition Set
$24.99
Get a mini version of the dolls with Little People’s Collector Barbie: The Movie Special Edition Set, which includes Barbie, Ken, Gloria and President Barbie in a special collector’s box for you to display on your mantel.
Check below to watch the trailer for Barbie: The Movie.
