Vecna's Plan in Season 5 of 'Stranger Things' Relies on the 12 Kids He Kidnaps From Hawkins
Vecna kidnaps 12 specific kids from Hawkins before he can merge the Upside Down with the real world.
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'Stranger Things' Forgot About Suzie — What Happened to Her?
The main cast of the Netflix series is very busy trying to defeat Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower).
Robe Lowe Has Talked About Leaving 'The West Wing' Like Departing a Toxic Relationship
"Whenever I share my stories, people are like, 'I will never share my own stories again'."
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10’ Champion Ginger Minj Sparked a Feud With Her Co-Stars
Ginger won 'All Stars 10' in July 2025 and first appeared on the show in Season 7.
Dick Clark Isn’t Hosting ‘Near Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ Anymore, but He Started It
Dick Clark stopped hosting the show in 2004.
What Happened to Heath in 'The Walking Dead'? His Mysterious Story Still Sparks Questions
'The Walking Dead' comic author Robert Kirkman called Heath's story "complicated."
Ted Wheeler Is Missing From 'Stranger Things' Season 5 Part 2 — What Happened to Him?
Will Ted Wheeler make a comeback in 'Stranger Things'' final episode?
What Is 'Members Only: Palm Beach' Star Hilary Musser's Net Worth?
'Members Only: Palm Beach' premiered on Dec. 29, 2025.
Max's Mom in 'Stranger Things' Is Nowhere to Be Found
The final season of the Netflix series brought a ton of challenges for Sadie Sink's character.
All the Tragedies and Deaths That Have Touched the 'Diff'rent Strokes' Cast Over the Years
Todd Bridges is the last remaining member of the original core cast who is still alive.
‘I Love LA’ Star Jordan Firstman Apologizes for His Harsh Comments About ‘Heated Rivalry'
The openly gay actor scolded 'Heated Rivalry' for not being gay enough.
Papa's Fate Set the Stage for the End of 'Stranger Things'
Matthew Modine portrayed the mysterious character in the Netflix smash blockbuster show.
Henry Creel’s Fear of the Cave in ‘Stranger Things’ Explains How He Got His Powers
'The First Shadow' explains a lot.
Nancy and Jonathan Said a Tearful Goodbye in Season 5 of 'Stranger Things' — Are They Donezo? (SPOILERS)
Jonathan pulls out an engagement ring but...
'Big Brother 27' Star Mickey Lee Has Died at the Age of 35
"Mickey's light, legacy, and impact will never be forgotten."
Mendeecees Harris Says He and Yandy Smith Split up “Over a Year” Ago Amid Cheating Rumors
The 'Love & Hip-Hop' couple were together for 20 years and share two children.
Holly Helps Max in 'Stranger Things' Season 5, but Does Holly Escape From Henry's Memories?
Holly Wheeler's body is stuck in one place, while her mind is in another.
Does Max's Coma Finally Come to an End in 'Stranger Things' Season 5? SPOILERS!
The series finale of Stranger Things is set to drop on New Year's Eve.
What Is the Meaning Behind the Title of Apple TV's Creepy New Sci-Fi Series 'Pluribus'?
"I really want this to be a show for the whole world."
'The Road's' Season 1 Winner Adam Sanders Is Ready for an A-List Career in Country Music
"I don't think I've had my true moment," he said at the start of the season.
Season 1 of 'It: Welcome to Derry' Was a Resounding Success — When Does Season 2 Drop?
'It: Welcome to Derry' explores the cyclical nature of the Pennywise horror, but when will Season 2 haunt our dreams?
Everything to Know About When 'Below Deck Mediterranean' Season 10 Was Filmed
'Below Deck Med' Season 10 is in Spain for the first time in a few seasons.
An Update on ‘Big Brother’ Season 27 Star Mickey Lee’s Devastating Health Scare
The reality star's loved ones started a GoFundMe to cover her health expenses in December 2025.
Why Bowen Yang Left 'SNL'—And What He Said in the Time Leading up to His Exit
“I’m gonna miss everything about this place. The way it smells. The celebrities who come through.”
Take a Look at the Cast of 'Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide' Now
Some of the cast started a podcast years after the show ended.
'60 Minutes' Pulled a Segment on Immigration Detention the Day It Was Scheduled to Air
There are conflicting stories about why the story was pulled.
Tony Dokoupil Is Out on 'CBS Mornings' — Here's Who Is Rumored to Replace Him
Tony Dokoupil's first day on 'CBS Evening News' is set for January 5, 2026.
Here's Where Emily and Gabriel Stand at the End of 'Emily in Paris' Season 5
Emily and Gabriel still have a lot of story to tell.
Niall Horan Couldn't Sing on 'The Voice' Because of His Vocal Rest
The former member of One Direction guided one of his pupils all the way to victory.
'RHONJ' Alum Kathy Wakile Welcomes Her First Grandchild: “Our Miracle, Our Forever”
The new addition to the Wakile family surprisingly reunited Kathy with her cousin, Teresa Giudice.
‘Vanderpump Rules’ Star Chris Hahn on Season 12 Hate, Wants Fans To “Give Us a Chance” (EXCLUSIVE)
"No one is trying to be anyone from the old cast."
'Holiday Baking Championship's' Filming Schedule Might Be to Blame for Duff's Abrupt Exit
Host Jesse Palmer joked that Duff had to attend a "Chrismukkah party."
Ronnie Will Move on From the 'It: Welcome to Derry' Plot
Amanda Christine portrayed the character in the HBO series connected to the 'It' movies.
Michael Bublé Left 'The Voice' for a Mysterious Reason — What Do We Know About the Move?
The singer is set to continue his musical career with a series of high-profile live performances.
Here's Where the 'All in the Family' Cast Is Now, Decades After the Iconic Series Ended
'All in the Family' continued on with multiple spinoffs.
'General Hopsital's Genie Francis Is Soap Opera Royalty With a Net Worth to Prove It
Genie Francis joined 'General Hospital' in 1977 at the age of 15.
The ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Reboot Is Facing Cancellation After Disappointing Season 12 Ratings
The new cast of SURvers reportedly aren't resonating with Bravoholics.
HOT! 'Heated Rivalry' Is Coming Back for Season 2 — What Is the Release Date?
"Enjoy it when it comes."
'Love Island's Ace and Chelley Officially Break Up — Calling It a "Tough Decision"
"This is so sad, but I can see them getting back together."
‘RHOBH’ Star Amanda Frances Was Slammed Online for Calling Her Stepchildren Her Own
The Bravo newcomer's r fiancé, Eddie Tsivislavsky, has two children from a previous marriage.
Robert Kardashian’s Ex-Wife, Ellen Pierson, Once Sued the Kardashians for Defamation
Khloe Kardashian has said Ellen married her father "on his deathbed."
‘RHOBH’s’ Kyle Richards Said She “Fell Hard” for Someone New After Mauricio Umansky Split
The OG diamond holder separated from her husband in 2023 after 27 years of marriage.
Former NFL Player Who Appeared on 'Below Deck Med' Was Arrested for Fraud
"He appears to be all smoke and mirrors."
‘RHOSLC’ Alum Jen Shah Was in Legal Trouble While Still in Prison Before Her Early Release
The former Bravolebrity was seen leaving her Texas prison, FPC Bryan, in December 2025.
Molly McKie Made Huge Strides on 'Dangerously Obese' Before Her Sudden Death
TLC viewers felt their hearts shatter when the end of Molly's episode revealed she had passed away months after filming concluded.
'The Savant' on Apple TV+ Was Delayed Again — Has It Finally Been Canceled?
'The Savant' was ready to premiere in September 2025, but faced numerous delays.
Fans of Tyler Perry's 'Sistas' Want to Know if Karen Is Leaving the Show
Karen is played by Ebony Oobsidian.
Jenna Elfman Is Leaving 'Shifting Gears,' and the Reason Why Has Fans Emotional
Matt and Eve both had some major revelations to share with one another.
Fans Are Asking Who Sean Foley From 'Survivor' Is After the Show Pays Tribute
The reality competition show paid tribute to Sean during the Dec. 10, 2025, episode.
President Zelenskyy of Ukraine Once Won 'Dancing With the Stars' — Yes, Really!
He's known for being a tough resistance leader during an invasion — but he's also a champion dancer.