Whew—this week in pop culture? It’s giving everything. Breakups. Allegations. Surprise couples. New music. Drama on your screen and in real life. If you blinked, you probably missed at least five jaw-dropping moments, but don’t worry—I’ve got you. Let’s break it all down:
Miley’s Entering Her Art Girl Era
She’s back. Miley Cyrus just announced her ninth (yes, NINTH!) studio album Something Beautiful, and the girls are already in their feels. She’s calling it a visual album, and the inspo? Pink Floyd’s The Wall. So yeah, it’s giving moody, cinematic, and deep.
The album drops May 30, but she’s blessing us early with a new single, “End of the World,” coming out this week, April 3. The teaser alone is enough to make you cry in your car. Oh, and the cover? Miley in full 1997 Thierry Mugler couture, shot by Glen Luchford. Icon behavior.
Sydney Sweeney Is Single (and Maybe Mingling?)
Okay, plot twist: Sydney Sweeney and Jonathan Davino have officially called it quits. After nearly seven years together and an engagement in 2022, they’re done. Sources say her insane work schedule (girl is booked and BUSY) played a huge role.
Now here’s where things get juicy: literally days after the split, she’s spotted at Glen Powell’s sister’s wedding. Glen, as in her Anyone But You co-star. The chemistry in that movie? Off the charts. Fans have been shipping them since the press tour, so this sighting sent the internet into a spiral.
BUT—Glen’s mom stepped in, saying Sydney is just a close family friend and everyone needs to chill. Sure, Jan. 👀
Bachelor Finale Breakdown: Grant Chooses Juliana, Litia Is Blindsided & Fans Are Divided
Whew. The Bachelor Season 29 finale aired this week, and let me tell you—it was a lot. Emotions? High. Tension? Thick. Twitter? On fire. After a season of fake-outs, surprise exits, and Grant Ellis telling multiple women he was in love, the Newark-based day trader finally made his final choice: Juliana Pasquarosa. And let’s just say… not everyone is thrilled. Litia, the fan-favorite (and let’s be honest, the emotional backbone of the season), walked into the final rose ceremony fully convinced she was the one. And honestly, based on Grant’s repeated “I love you”s and constant reassurance, can you blame her? So when Grant dumped her on the spot, her reaction was raw, real, and absolutely heartbreaking. She said, and I quote: “I feel like I got the rug pulled out from under me.” And honestly? Same.The moment instantly sparked outrage online, with Bachelor Nation calling out Grant for leading Litia on and questioning why he said “I love you” to more than one woman in the first place. (Reality dating show 101: Don’t say it unless you mean it, king.)
White Lotus Season 3, Episode 7 Recap: Secrets, Showdowns & Spiritual Drama
This week’s episode of The White Lotus was called “Killer Instincts”—and yeah, it got dark. Piper tried to find peace in a monastery, only to be interrupted by her chaotic brother. Belinda confronted Greg (yep, Tanya’s shady husband) who offered her $100K to keep quiet. Rick finally faced his father’s killer… but it wasn’t the dramatic revenge moment we expected.
Meanwhile, the Ratliff family is fully unraveling, Gaitok is catching criminals mid-date, and Laurie might be getting scammed by her hot new Muay Thai bae. In short? We have no idea who’s making it out of Thailand alive. Finale next week. Pray for everyone.
The Album: I Said I Love You First
Selena and Benny dropped their collaborative album on March 21, 2025, and it’s honestly such a vibe. The project features 14 tracks full of heart, vulnerability, and those dreamy pop beats we expect from both of them. If you’re into songs that feel like reading someone’s diary while dancing in your bedroom—this is your album.
The lead single, “Scared of Loving You,” came out just before Valentine’s Day and had fans crying in the club. It’s a raw, emotional look at opening yourself up to love after heartbreak—something Selena’s been super candid about.
Another standout is “Younger and Hotter Than Me,” a track where Selena lays her insecurities bare in the most relatable way. It’s funny, honest, and gives big “laughing-through-the-pain” energy.
Critics have had mixed feelings—some love the variety, others say it lacks a solid identity—but honestly? If you’re a fan of real lyrics and genre-blending pop, you’re probably gonna love it.
Joe Gatto Faces Sexual Misconduct Allegations
In one of the more serious stories in pop culture this week, Joe Gatto, best known as a founding member of Impractical Jokers, is facing multiple allegations of sexual misconduct—and the fallout has been swift.
It all began when a woman came forward on TikTok, claiming that Gatto assaulted her in 2023 when she was 19. She shared alleged messages between them and detailed a meeting in Milwaukee. Gatto responded via social media, denying the assault but admitting to “poor judgment” and stating that he was stepping away from the public eye to focus on personal growth.
Then, a second woman—a former employee from the Impractical Jokers production team—came forward with additional claims of inappropriate behavior, including unwanted advances and harassment during her time on the show. Gatto has not yet publicly addressed this second accusation.
