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How to Watch the Top TV Shows on Philo in 2025

April 23, 2025

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With more and more people cutting traditional cable, Philo remains one of the best ways to stream live TV channels and on-demand movies and TV titles for cheap.

And if you’re a new subscriber, you can sign up for a seven-day free trial to try out the streamer for yourself before you commit to monthly service. However, you can also cancel anytime, which gives you a lot of freedom.

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Keep reading for additional details on Philo pricing, channel availability, TV shows to watch and how to join the streaming service.

How many channels can you stream on Philo? Right now, Philo offers more than 100 channels that you can stream free of charge. No credit card required — simply sign up to test it out.

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Philo has a slate of free channels with ad-supported free-to-stream movies, TV shows and other programming. However, you can upgrade to Philo to stream more than 70 channels, including A&E, MTV, Lifetime, OWN, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., HGTV, TLC, BET, FYI, WE tv, Logo and Discovery Channel for $28 per month. A subscription even comes with unlimited DVR cloud recording.

Currently, the most popular titles on Philo, include Tyler Perry’s Sistas on BET, Caught in the Act: Unfaithful on MTV, 90 Day Fiancé on TLC, Love & Hip Hop Miami on VH1, Love After Lockup: Crime Story on We tv and much more.

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‘Tyler Perry’s Sistas’

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‘Caught in the Act: Unfaithful’

on MTV

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’90 Day Fiancé’

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‘Love & Hip Hop Miami’

on VH1

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‘Love After Lockup: Crime Story’

on We tv

You can stream Philo on the app or online via web browser at Philo.com. The app is compatible with Google TV, Chromecast, Apple TV 4K, Samsung TV, Fire TV, Roku, Apple and Android mobile devices and other streaming platforms. Learn more about Philo’s programming, channel availability, pricing and more here.

Click below to launch your seven-day free trial to Philo.

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JoJo Siwa Is ‘Switching Letters’ & Comes Out as Queer on ‘Celebrity Big Brother’

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April 23, 2025

“Gay pop” star JoJo Siwa might be looking to change the name of her beloved genre to “queer pop” after a recent episode of Celebrity Big Brother UK.
On the April 22 episode of the show, Siwa spoke with fellow contestant and Drag Race UK winner Danny Beard about how her experience in the Big Brother house has helped her come to terms with her evolving sexuality. “It’s made me feel so queer. And I’ve always been afraid of feeling ‘queer,’” she said. “Like, I always said ‘lesbian,’ right? But I feel, like, so queer … I think I’ve always told myself I’m a lesbian, and I think being here I’ve realized, ‘Oh, I’m not a lesbian, I’m queer.’ And I think that’s really cool.”

She continued, saying that she’s “switching letters” before exlcaiming, “F–k the ‘L’, I’m going to the ‘Q’!”

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Siwa first came out publicly in 2021, when she posted a photo of herself wearing a T-shirt that read “Best. Gay. Cousin. Ever.” In a 2021 interview with People magazine, though, Siwa explained that she was still figuring out which label best fit her. “I want to figure it out … I don’t know — bisexual, pansexual, queer, lesbian, gay, straight. I always just say ‘gay’ because it just kind of covers it, or ‘queer’ because I think the keyword is cool,” she said at the time.

Siwa had also previously been criticized by a fan who claimed that she called the word “lesbian” a “dirty word,” which she vehemently denied. “I never said that ‘lesbian’ was a dirty word and I never, ever would say that it’s a dirty word because it is not. It is not a bad word, it is not a slur and it is especially not a word that I am ashamed of saying or ashamed of identifying as by any means,” she said in a 2023 TikTok.

This also isn’t the first time Siwa’s sexuality has been brought up in the Celebrity Big Brother UK house. In earlier episodes of the season, contestant Mickey Rourke was “warned” about making inappropriate comments to Siwa about her sexuality, including the use of slurs, saying that he would “vote the lesbian out” and claiming that the “Karma” singer wouldn’t “be gay anymore” if he stayed for longer than four days. Rourke later agreed to leave the competition and apologized to Siwa and the other contestants he offended with his comments.

Kevin Hart Tapped To Host 2025 BET Awards

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April 23, 2025

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Well, it’s not the Oscars like he originally hoped for, but Kevin Hart will indeed finally be hosting an awards show. And truth be told we can’t wait to see what kind of comedic hi jinx he has in store for us.

According to TheGrio, Kevin Hart has been tapped to host the 25th Annual BET Awards on June 9 and with that will come all kinds of jokes and “insults” aimed at celebrities that only Kevin Hart can get away with making. Having already been a part of the BET family with his 2013 cult classic comedy show, Real Husbands of Hollywood, the only question is why did it take BET so long to come to this decision? Regardless of the delay, Kevin Hart is excited about taking on hosting duties for the BET Awards 25th anniversary, and we don’t blame him one bit.

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“I love a celebration! It’s a chance to reflect, cherish, and honor life’s unforgettable moments,” Hart said in a press release. “I’m truly honored to host the 25th BET Awards and celebrate the culture’s biggest night. This year marks the 25th anniversary, and my partners at Hartbeat, BET, and JCE [Jesse Collins Entertainment] are pulling out all the stops to make it a night to remember. It’s a Black-Tie affair, and you’re all invited.”

Kevin Hart isn’t the only one bursting at the seams about hosting the BET Award’s 25th Anniversary show. BET President and CEO Scott Mills is also elated at Hart’s involvement in this year’s ceremony.

“For over a decade, Kevin Hart has been a beloved part of the BET family, and we couldn’t be more excited to have him return to host the 25th anniversary BET Awards,” said BET President and CEO Scott Mills. “His unparalleled talent, infectious energy, and deep connection to our audience make him the perfect host for this historic celebration. Kevin has continuously pushed boundaries in entertainment. On the heels of the successful launch of BET+ original series Lil Kev, we are eager to expand our partnership and continue to bring groundbreaking projects to life.”

Check out the comedic announcement of Kevin Hart hosting the 2025 BET Awards below, and let us know if you’ll be checking out this year’s show on June 9 in the comments section below.

Penn Badgley Reveals Whether He’s Met ‘You’ Superfan Cardi B Yet

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April 23, 2025

Penn Badgley may be getting ready to say goodbye to You, but so is superfan Cardi B.
And during an interview on The Jennifer Hudson Show Wednesday (April 23), the actor opened up about having had the rapper’s support throughout the hit Netflix series’ run one day ahead of the fifth and final season’s premiere. “We’ve still never met,” Badgley said of Cardi. “It’s a strictly online thing.”

The Whipshots founder has been vocal in her love for You and the Gossip Girl star for years, with the two stars famously fangirling over each other on what was still Twitter in 2021. At one point, Cardi changed her profile picture on the platform to a still of Badgley in the serial-killer drama, after which he returned the favor by switching his own to a snap of the hip-hop titan — an exchange the actor told Hudson was “surreal.”

As rumors of a possible Cardi cameo swirled in the years that followed, You eventually featured the musician’s “I Like It” in the first episode of its fourth season. And in March, Cardi was tapped to announce the trailer for season five, sharing her review: “Girl, I am shook.”

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But given the fact that the show will come to a close Thursday (April 24) and Badgley’s revelation that he and Cardi still haven’t met, hopes that she’ll make an appearance may be dashed for good. “We’ve definitely tried,” he told Hudson. “We’ve even tried to make it a fun, like, capture it, but between our schedules — she’s busier than I am, I guarantee you.”

While on the talk show, the actor also teased how the series — which premiered on Netflix in 2018 and finds Badgley portraying strangely charming stalker-murderer Joe Goldberg — will wrap up. “We’re sending him off in I think the best fashion we can,” he said of his character. “I will inevitably miss him. I’ve gotten to do a lot of bizarre things, a lot of intense things. It’s like, you know what? I can put him to bed, but kind of like a dysfunctional little brother, I’ll miss him a little.”

“It’s a very satisfying ending,” he added. “It does justice to the character, to the show, and also to the viewer.”

Watch Badgley talk about Cardi on The Jennifer Hudson Show above.

Ice Spice Unveils Custom Molten Chrome Mercedes-Benz CLA

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April 23, 2025

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Mercedes-Benz has once again partnered up with Ice Spice. She worked with the brand on a new custom molten chrome CLA.

As spotted on Newsweek, the automobile maker celebrated the re-grand opening of their Mercedes-Benz of Manhattan dealership in Manhattan. The evening’s theme was “Stars, Sounds & Slices,” a nod to the New York City experience. As part of their “Class of Creators” initiative, Mercedes-Benz had Ice Spice in attendance to formally kick off the collaborative project by unveiling a tricked out version of the CLA four-door sedan.

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The art piece features molten like chrome detailing and paint drips throughout the entire body. Additionally, we get an interpretation of her signature diamond “Princess” pendant on the side with the chain extending all around the car. The wheels also have Ice Spice’s name to complement chrome fixtures on the runner panel. According to a press release, the theme of this car will also be represented in a capsule collection that will include T-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, and more.

Bettina Fetzer, Vice President Mercedes-Benz Digital & Communications, expressed the brand’s enthusiasm in a statement. “The all-new CLA is the leading-edge trailblazer of our portfolio – the gateway into the world of Mercedes‑Benz. We are thrilled to collaborate with our ’Class of Creators,’ represented by Ice Spice, Gustaf Westman, KidSuper, League of Legends and Hot Wheels,” she said. “Together, we want to connect and engage with diverse communities by inviting them to be a part of this conversation.”

Gustaf Westman’s event will be next on May 22, and Kid Super will follow with his art piece on June 28. You can see Ice Spice discuss the art piece below.

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ Reveals Supersized Cast for Its Upcoming 10th Season

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April 23, 2025

If you’re already missing new episodes of RuPaul’s Drag Race on your TV screen, don’t fret. The long-awaited 10th season of the franchise’s All Stars format is coming even sooner than you might think.

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On Wednesday (April 23), Paramount+ announced that RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season 10 is set to debut on Friday, May 6, on the streaming service. To celebrate the show’s expansive history, the newest season of All Stars will feature a whopping 18 contestants from past seasons of the show, each vying for their spot in the Drag Race Hall of Fame.

The queens joining the new season of the franchise are Acid Betty (season eight), Aja (season nine & All Stars 3), Alyssa Hunter (season 14), Bosco (season 14), Cynthia Lee Fontaine (seasons eight and nine), Daya Betty (season 14), Deja Skye (season 14), Denali (season 13), Ginger Minj (season seven, All Stars 2 and All Stars 6), Irene the Alien (season 15), Jorgeous (season 14 and All Stars 9), Kerri Colby (season 14), Lydia B Kollins (season 17), Mistress Isabelle Brooks (season 15), Nicole Paige Brooks (season two), Olivia Lux (season 13), Phoenix (season three) and Tina Burner (season 13).

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With a massive cast of queens for All Stars 10, the show is also switching up its format for the season. Dubbed the “Tournament of All Stars,” the first three episodes of season 10 will see each of the 18 queens split up into three groups of six contestants. Performing in brackets amongst their groups for three episodes, the top three queens from each group will advance to the semifinals, where they will subsequently compete in another bracket for two episodes. The finalists from the semifinal bracket will make their way to the finale — a Lip Sync Smackdown for the Crown — where they’ll duke it out for the grand prize of $200,000.

The announcement comes on the heels of the finale for RuPaul’s Drag Race season 17 on April 19, where — spoiler alert — frontrunner Onya Nurve was crowned America’s Next Drag Superstar after a hotly contested lip sync to Lady Gaga’s “Abracadabra” against fellow finalist Jewels Sparkles.

Check out the official Meet the Queens livestream for All Stars 10 below:

Eminem’s ‘STANS’ Documentary to Premiere at SXSW London Screen Festival

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April 23, 2025

Twenty-five years after Eminem released his hit “Stan,” the Shady Films-produced STANS documentary is set to premiere on the opening night of the SXSW London Screen Festival on June 2.

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The first wave of programming was announced on Tuesday (April 22) ahead of SXSW London, which is slated for June 2 through June 7 in Shoreditch. Full screen passes are currently up for sale on the festival’s website.

Directed by Steven Leckart, STANS explores the psychology behind the multilayered relationship between an artist and the fans. Em’s collaborators, along with some of his most devoted followers, are featured prominently in the documentary.

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Distributed by MTV Entertainment Studios, STANS will premiere on Paramount+ in the United States later in 2025.

“Stan” — which samples Dido’s “Thank You” — was the third single from The Marshall Mathers LP, which arrived in May 2000. The 45 King-produced track peaked at No. 51 on the Billboard Hot 100 and has nearly 1.3 billion streams on Spotify.

“Stan” has become common vernacular in the music world to describe delusional and obsessed fans and their relationship with an artist, which has only been amplified with social media’s impact. The word was even been added to the Merriam-Webster dictionary in the years since.

Eminem made his involvement with the film official when he publicly called on his diehard fans to come out and participate in the documentary last year.

“Putting together the first-ever programme of the SXSW London Screen Festival has been a dream. We are excited to present bold new work from across the world, celebrating boundary-pushing films across documentary, animation and narrative filmmaking,” SXSW London’s head of screen, Anna Bogutskaya, said in a statement. “Our program is designed to ignite conversations, inspire new connections and showcase and celebrate screen storytelling across film, TV and immersive.”

The Life of Chuck will serve as the inaugural festival’s closing night feature on June 7, which is based on Stephen King’s 2020 novella. Another King adaptation, The Institute, is also slated to join the festival’s programming. Other film premieres on the bill include Tom Kingsley’s action-comedy Deep Cover, Love & Rage: Munroe Bergdorf and more.

Lizzo Reveals Her Weight-Loss Strategies: ‘Everybody’s Body Is Different’

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April 23, 2025

Lizzo is opening up about the steps she took to feel lighter both physically and mentally, with the star sharing her weight-loss and anxiety-beating strategies on an TikTok livestream Tuesday (April 22).
Speaking to followers months after announcing on Instagram that she’d reached her “weight release” goal in January, Lizzo divulged which specific changes she’s made to have a healthier relationship with food. For one, the hitmaker no longer drinks “two to three” large Starbucks beverages each day, a switch she said she believes cut out 1,200 calories from her daily diet, according to People.

The “About Damn Time” singer also stopped eating sugary foods in the morning, opting instead for a mix of sweet and savory breakfast choices, like “almond butter and toast.” “Everybody’s body is different. Find out what works for you,” she said, noting that she “had to start applying a calorie deficit, because I was prone to bingeing.”

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Lizzo has been open about her fitness journey after becoming known for her self-love-focused music and advocating for body positivity with her platform. In her January Instagram post, she showed off her figure and revealed that she had shed 16% of her body fat, writing, “Today when I stepped on my scale, I reached my weight release goal. I haven’t seen this number since 2014! Let this be a reminder you can do anything you put your mind to. Time for new goals!”

She’s also long been vocal about her struggles with mental health, and in Tuesday’s chat with fans, she also shared how she turned her anxiety around. “I’ve been working to get my anxiety under control for years,” she told her TikTok followers. “And then I decided that I want to release and I’m ready to stop waiting to be myself like fully and be happy. I meditated. I calmed myself down. And I isolated a little bit, but not like made myself lonely, not the way I used to when I was depressed. I isolated myself in a mindful way where I had no distractions.”

“I loved to distract myself with people,” she added. “I loved to distract myself with food. I loved to distract myself with drinking. I loved to distract myself with problems that I would create. I would love to do that. And I stopped doing that. And I just focused on me.”

The Grammy winner’s posts come as she’s kicking off a new musical era, dropping singles “Love in Real Life” and “Still Bad” in February and March, respectively. In April, she announced that she had put the finishing touches on her upcoming follow-up to 2022’s Special — which reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 — sharing studio photos on Instagram and writing, “ALBUM IS DONE YALL!”

Spike Lee & Supreme Dropping 40 Acres & A Mule Capsule

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April 23, 2025

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Hate or it or love, Supreme is always good for a clutch collaboration. The ubiquitous streetwear brand has linked with Spike Lee to create a capsule collection with the renowned director’s 40 Acres & A Mule production company.

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The Brooklyn-bred director and screenwriter skyrocketed to fame after the release of his self-funded, black and white classic film She’s Gotta Have It. The flick also happened to feature Lee himself portraying the now iconic Mars Blackmon character, which Nike soon enough co-opted for the famed Air Jordan campaign considering he wore a pair of Air Jordan 1’s in the film. Lee discussed how it went down in a sit down interview (which also features plenty of dope insight into his decades of work) released by Supreme (see below).

But, there are no Air Jordan callbacks in this Supreme drop. Instead, Lee’s critically acclaimed Malcolm X and Clockers make their way into the mix. The collab consists of an ill black Varsity jacket, a couple of tees, a Clockers 6-panel hat and a baseball jersey. While one tee is attuned to Malcolm X, the other features a photo of Lee while he’s in director mode.

The collection releases Thursday, April 24 at the usual 11am ET online drop time, and in stores. Asian shops gets their product the next day. Check out detailed photos below.

1. Spike Lee x 40 Acres x Supreme