Thursday, June 12, 2025 — Edition: #7972
100% Grade A Bull!
BS SHOW BIZ BUZZ:
★ Pat Sajak is officially leaving “Wheel of Fortune” — for real this time. The Emmy-winning, longtime host of the game show took his last-ever spin on Tuesday’s episode of “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune”. At the top of the show, he joked: “I want to thank ABC for the opportunity to host season 5 of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune. I hope they’ll take a close look at my proposed primetime series, Sajak Senior Secret Agent.” Sajak, who is 78, announced his retirement from Wheel of Fortune in June 2023, 4 decades after he took the show from daytime to prime time.
-EW
★ Sydney Sweeney is sharing the transformation and preparation that went into portraying pioneering female boxer Christy Martin in a new biopic set for release this year. Sweeney gained more than 30 pounds to play Martin, who put female boxing on the map in the ’90s, covered Sports Illustrated and fought on Mike Tyson’s undercard. Sweeney said she “loved” her 3 months of training, in which she “weight-trained in the morning for an hour, kickboxed midday for about 2 hours, then weight-trained again at night for an hour.” The as-yet untitled biopic follows Martin’s rise to fame and the abuse she faced at the hands of her then-husband, who attempted to murder her.
-Deadline
★ It is still early days for DC Studios and James Gunn’s plans to reboot its cinematic universe, and now, he has revealed that moves are being made for ‘Wonder Woman’ to eventually be a part of it. In a recent interview, the director said that a new Wonder Woman film is “being written right now,” alongside an already-announced HBO series “Paradise Island,” which will focus on the superhero’s homeland of Themyscira. Wonder Woman made her big-screen debut in 2017, with Gal Gadot in the title role.
-TheWrap
★ Felicity Huffman is joining the cast of “Doc” for Season 2. She joins the cast as Molly Parker’s character, ‘Dr. Amy Larsen’s’ former med school professor ‘Dr. Joan Ridley’, a new addition to the hospital staff. This marks Huffman’s first series regular role since the college admissions scandal. She was previously tapped to star in a potential law-based spinoff of “The Good Doctor” that did not make it to series at ABC, and she guest starred in “Accused.”
-TheWrap
★ Khaby Lame, the most followed person on TikTok, has voluntarily left the United States after being briefly detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement last week for overstaying the terms of his visa. Lame, real name is Serigne Khabane Lame, is a Senegalese- Italian TikToker known for his deadpan reactions to other videos. His viral vids have earned him a following of more than 162 million. Lame’s experience with immigration enforcement happened as President Trump directs law enforcement to assist in carrying-out his mass deportation agenda.
-Independent
TODAY’S SHOW BIZ SKED:
• “Jimmy Kimmel Live” (ABC/Global): Sam Rockwell, Glennon Doyle, Valerie June
• “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” (NBC/CTV): Julianne Moore, Marc Maron, Jurnee Smollett, Tommy Brennan
• “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” (CBS/Global): John C. Reilly, Eva Victor, Steve Buscemi
• “Late Night with Seth Meyers” (NBC/CTV): Ellen Pompeo, Jason Isaacs
• “After Midnight” (CBS/Global): The Final Tournament Championship (Series Finale)
• “Watch What Happens Live” (Bravo): Cynthia Nixon, Ricki Lake
• “The Daily Show” (COM): Jeff Hiller, host Desi Lydic
• “The View” (ABC/CTV): Gerard Butler, Bob the Drag Queen
• “Today” (NBC): Gerard Butler, Uzo Aduba, Christina Hendricks
• “GMA3” (ABC): New Kids on the Block
• “Live with Kelly and Mark” (ABC/CTV): Orlando Bloom, Jason Isaacs
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Check local listings): Julia Stiles, Esther McGregor, Prabal Gurung, Gordi
• “The Drew Barrymore Show” (Check local listings): James Marsden, Ben Schwartz, Dustin Milligan, Ryan Destiny
• “Jennifer Hudson Show” (Check local listings): Marlon Wayans (R)
• “NHL Stanley Cup Final” (TNT, SN, CBC): Game #4: Edmonton @ Florida
• “2025 U.S. Open Golf Championship” (USA): First round coverage from Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont PA.
• “Alone” (HIS): Season 12 premiere
• “The First 48” (A&E): Season 28 premiere
• “Secrets of the Bunny Ranch” (A&E): Series premiere. Dennis Hof and his brothel, the Moonlite Bunny Ranch, skyrocketed to fame with the HBO series “Cathouse”; while life on the show was portrayed as one giant party, former sex workers say that brothel life is anything but glamorous.
BS MUSIC NOTES:
• Doja Cat, J Balvin and Tems — will play their first-ever Halftime Show at the FIFA Club World Cup Final in July. For the first time in its history, the big game will have a Halftime Show like the Super Bowl when the final heads to New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium on July 13.
• Hozier — After having a difficult time on stage at Gov Ball, he has postponed shows in Camden NJ and Ridgedale MO, as he recovers from a virus. While performing in New York, he said to the crowd: “For anybody who has never seen me before, I promise I sound at least 5% better on average.”
• Snoop Dogg – “Outer Banks” star Jonathan Daviss has landed the starring role in Universal’s upcoming biopic about the rapper. Snoop is producing the project, described as the “definitive biopic about the entertainment mogul and icon.”
• Talking Heads — Days after performing the ‘Burning Down the House’ with Olivia Rodrigo at New York’s Governors Ball, David Byrne announced his 11th solo album “Who Is the Sky?” Out Sept. 5, it will include collaborations with Paramore’s Hayley Williams, St. Vincent, and The Smile drummer Tom Skinner, with arrangements by the New York chamber ensemble Ghost Train Orchestra.
• Kiss — Paul Stanley says their upcoming Las Vegas event Nov. 14-16 is getting some major upgrades. In their first live appearance since concluding their farewell tour in 2023, the Kiss Army Storms Vegas weekend will include a full, electric, unmasked show, and they are adding more firepower to make the event more closely resemble the band’s annual Kiss Kruises.
• David Bowie & Mick Jagger – To mark the 40th anniversary of their hit collab ‘Dancing in the Street’, the single is being reissued as a limited-edition white vinyl 12-inch, featuring all of the song’s mixes for the first time, and 30% of proceeds will go to the Band Aid charity. The video has now been upgraded to 4K high resolution. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/mr2wh3t3
• Conner Smith – has broken his silence after he was involved in a car accident in Nashville Saturday night that killed one person. His attorney shared a statement on “Good Morning America”, which read: “His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins’ family during this incredibly difficult time. Mr. Smith continues to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation.”
• Jason Aldean – is onboard after a 13-year-old boy named Devarje “DJ” Daniel put out a call asking “Does anybody know Jason Aldean?” – in hopes he’d put together a benefit show for pediatric cancer patients. And it looks like DJ got 3 stars for the price of one. Jelly Roll also weighed in, commenting: “This is awesome — hey Aldean count me in.” Daruis Rucker is interested in helping, too. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/3rztt5ma
• Zach Top – The country traditionalist will release his second album “Ain’t In It For My Health,” on Aug. 29. He has already dropped the first single ‘Good Times & Tan Lines’. The new album follows last year’s breakthrough debut “Cold Beer & Country Music”. He was recently named 2025 ACM New Male Artist of the Year.
SHOOTING THE BULL
SKIP THE ‘GRAM AND SCRAM:
Forget the countdowns, group chats, and Instagram-perfect itineraries—have you tried a sneaky trip? Also known as a “hush vacation” or “impulse getaway,” this travel trend is all about disappearing for a few days — without telling the world (or your social media). Travel expert Loren Christie says it’s about being present — no live posting, no rigid schedule, just soaking it all in. The rules? Keep it short (3-4 days), don’t announce your plans, skip the social media until you’re back, and leave the overplanning behind. According to Mastercard’s latest travel trends report, more people are ditching prestige travel for private, meaningful experiences — and valuing flexibility and spontaneity over packed agendas. Christie’s recent sneaky trip? A weekend in Paris. But if Europe’s a stretch, he suggests Bermuda for east coasters or Dawson City, Yukon for a uniquely Canadian escape. His only serious advice? Let one person know where you’re going — just in case you sneak a little TOO well.
(Well, one person – and your kids. They should definitely know, too!)
(‘Impulse getaway’ sounds a whole lot better than ‘ran away from my responsibilities’!)
-CTV
WEIGHTING FOR RESULTS:
❑ Did you ever have the thought after failing at another diet: “Well THAT was a total waste of time and effort”? Think again — research shows that even unsuccessful weight-loss attempts can benefit your health. A large NIH study tracked people who tried losing at least 5 pounds multiple times over 2 decades. The surprising finding: even if you gained the weight back, those who kept trying had lower mortality than people who never tried. That’s because each attempt involved healthier habits—like eating better and moving more—which gradually stacked up to real benefits. As Dr. Sonja Berndt puts it: The more you try—even if you fail—the better off you are: those efforts add up into real health gains over time. So, keep at it—each try counts. (Well, at least my gym membership was good for something!)
❑ It turns out your brain doesn’t love extremes when it comes to exercise. A new study suggests that working out too little or too much might actually age your brain faster. Chinese researchers looked at brain scans and found that moderate exercise was linked to better brain health, while couch potatoes and overachievers alike showed signs of accelerated brain aging. So, skipping the gym entirely or treating every day like a triathlon? Neither is great for your noggin. The sweet spot? Somewhere in the middle—just enough movement to keep your brain young — without burning it out. (It turns out that my very regular rest days were genius!)
-StudyFinds
FEE TIME FOR ME TIME:
How much would you pay for one quiet, obligation-free day? According to a new survey, the average American would shell out $2,521 for just 24 hours of peace — and if you’re a parent, make that $3,668. The survey, which included 2,000 people (30% of them parents), found we only get about 9.5 hours of true alone time per month. The top barriers? Family (50%), work (32%), and money (24%). Social obligations and even guilt for taking time alone made the list, too. More than half of respondents said they desperately need more “me-time”, and 38% admit to lying to escape—most often saying “I’m not feeling well” or “I have work to do.” Parents value a lazy morning to themselves at $325. And an extra hour of sleep? That’s worth $340. No wonder 40% said they have booked a vacation just for peace and quiet.
(Silence is golden. And apparently, very expensive!)
(Me? I fake having plans just so I can take a nap. No shame…)
SWNS
MILLENNIAL RED FLAGS:
A Reddit user recently asked: “What’s your millennial ‘red flag’ that younger generations would roast you for?” Here are the hilariously relatable responses that people admitted they still do…unapologetically…
☞ “They can pry my ankle socks from my dying hands. I’m not giving them up.”
☞ “Gif reactions.”
☞ “I won’t download your store’s app, and if your menu is a QR code, I’m going elsewhere.”
☞ “My overuse of emojis 🤪.”
☞ “I have used the same song as a ringtone since 2011. I hardly know anyone who uses a song as a ringtone.” (I hardly know anyone who has their ringer turned on…!)
☞ “I quoted (the movie) Step Brothers at work, and my 19-year-old coworker told me I dated myself.”
☞ “Using a @hotmail.com email.”
☞”I don’t have a 5,000-step skincare routine or make GRWM videos, because who has time for that?”
☞ “Ripped jeans. I love my ripped jeans. Like, stylewise — not because you ripped them doing something silly.”
☞ “My 13-year-old consistently roasts me for eyeliner usage.”
☞ “Not liking Nickelback. Apparently, Nickelback is cool now.”
☞ “YOLO!”
-BuzzFeed
DID YOU KNOW?
Monday, Apple held its annual WWDC conference, where it announced the next version of iOS for the iPhone, iOS 26. But the current version number of iOS is 18. So, what happened to iOS 19 through 25? The simple reason is that Apple has decided to align the iPhone operating system version number with the current calendar year. And while this is 2025, the lifetime of the new OS will mostly happen in 2026. iOS 26 will be in developer beta this summer and will officially launch to the public in September 2025. Expect iOS 27 to be ready for fall 2026. (I’m not even ready for #26, to tell you the truth…)
-9To5Mac
BS CHRONOMETER 06.12.25
TODAY’S BS REASONS TO PARTY . . .
• “Superman Day”, since 2013, on the date of the release of the film “Man of Steel”. ‘Superman’ was created in 1933 by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. “Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No, it is the Superman! The Man of Steel….” BS FAST FACT: Originally, Superman did not have the ability to fly, but was “able to leap tall buildings at a single bound”.
• “Automotive Service Professionals Day”, begun in 2005 by National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, to salute auto mechanics and others involved in vehicle maintenance. (We salute you. Now call me some time with some GOOD news!)
• “Crowded Nest Awareness Day”, recognizing the condition ‘Crowded Nest Syndrome’, the series of problems that occur when children who’ve moved out of the house…move back in.
• “Peanut Butter Cookie Day”, a good time to dig out Grandma’s famous recipe and bake up a dozen. The treat first became a favorite in the early 1900s.
• “Red Rose Day”, an annual celebration of the most popular cut flower. Also, one of the most expensive!
• “World Day Against Child Labor”, an International Labor Organization-sanctioned holiday first launched in 2002 to foster the worldwide movement against child labor in any of its forms.
• “Magic Day”, a day to celebrate the illusion and art of Magic. Magic is an art that has been around for centuries. It is a way to entertain and amaze people with illusions and sleight of hand. (I know some magic words that get me whatever I want: “I’m offended…”)
• “Jerky Day”, the annual observance celebrating the rich history, immense popularity, and nutritional benefits of dried meat snacks. FUN JERKY FACTS:
⇒ The word ‘Jerky is derived from the Spanish word “Charqui,” which came from Quechua, a Native American language, meaning “to burn meat.”
⇒ You can use almost any type of meat to make jerky. Although beef is most popular, you can find fish, moose, kangaroo, or even turtle jerky.
⇒ Squirrels make jerky too. Seriously. Red squirrels have been seen hanging fungi out to dry between tree branches. The dried mushrooms last longer during winter.
⇒ Jerky is eaten in outer space. Since the early 90s, NASA’s space crews have chosen to take jerky as a lightweight, high protein snack.
AND REMEMBER . . .
[Fri] Softball Day
[Fri] Sewing Machine Day
[Sat] Pop Goes the Weasel Day
[Sun] Father’s Day
This Week is…World Sea Turtle Week
This Month is…Effective Communications Month
TODAY’S CELEBIRTHDAYS . . .
1951 [74] ‘Bun E. Carlos’ (Brad Carlson), Rockford IL, rock drummer (ex-Cheap Trick-‘I Want You to Want Me’, ‘Surrender’)
1959 [66] Scott Thompson, North Bay ON, comedian/TV actor (“The Kids in the Hall” 1988-95, 2022, “The Larry Sanders Show” 1995-98, “FUBAR” 2023)
1970 [55] Rick Hoffman, New York City, NY, TV actor (‘Louis Litt’ in “Suits” 2011-19, “The Bernie Mac Show” (2002–2005) COMING UP… “Office Romance”
1974 [51] Jason Mewes, Highlands NJ, movie actor (“Clerks” movies, “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back”)
1979 [46] Robyn (Carlsson), Stockholm Sweden, pop singer (‘Show Me Love’, ‘Dancing on My Own’)
1981 [44] Adriana Lima, Salvador Brazil, fashion model (“Elle”, “GQ”, “Vogue”, “Victoria’s Secret”)/world’s 2nd highest paid model since 2014
1985 [40] Dave Franco, Palo Alto CA, movie actor (“Neighbors”, “Now You See Me”)/TV actor (“Scrubs” 2009-10)/brother of James Franco, married to Alison Brie since 2017. COMING UP… “Now You See Me 3”
1985 [40] Chris Young, Murfreesboro TN, country singer (‘The Man I Want to Be’, w/Kane Brown-‘Famous Friends’)
1985 [40] Kendra Wilkinson, San Diego, CA, former Playboy Playmate, TV reality star (“The Girls Next Door”, “Kendra”, “Kendra Sells Hollywood” 2021–2023)
THIS DAY IN SHOW BIZ . . .
1981 [44] The first ‘Indiana Jones’ film, “Raiders of the Lost Ark”, premieres, starring Harrison Ford. It was directed by Stephen Spielberg and produced by George Lucas (and spawned 4 sequels).
2022 [03] Jennifer Hudson goes “EGOT” with a Tony win for “A Strange Loop” (as producer). She won an Oscar in 2007, a Grammy in 2008, and an Emmy in 2021.
TODAY IN MUSIC . . .
2003 [22] Little Richard, Van Morrison, Queen, and Phil Collins are inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
2015 [10] Dave Grohl falls off the stage and breaks his leg during a Foo Fighters show in Sweden. He finishes the gig, but the rest of the European tour is cancelled while he recovers from surgery. When the tour resumes July 4 in Washington, DC, Grohl performs from a custom-made “guitar throne”.
TODAY’S FIRSTS . . .
1997 [28] In the first ever MLB inter-league game, SF Giants beat Texas Rangers 4-3.
2007 [18] Delcambre, Louisiana approves an ordinance setting a maximum penalty of 6 months in jail and a $500-fine for being caught … in saggy pants.
BULL’S BITS
BS WHACK FACTS:
✓ Earth is still cooling from its formation 4.5 billion years ago.
✓ Kangaroos keep growing until they die.
✓ Studies show that it’s usually the most talkative spouse who gets her (or his) way.
✓ Swallowing uses 25 muscles.
✓ The height of a bowling pin is equal to its circumference.
✓ To have your picture taken by the very first camera, you needed to sit still for 8 hours.
-RandomFactGenerator, Parade
Best of BS . . .
BS MEDIOCRE DARES:
• Take an awesome selfie, and don’t post it anywhere.
• Eat a cookie that’s been on the floor for SIX seconds.
• Do the hokey-pokey, but don’t turn yourself around.
• Eat spaghetti while wearing white clothing.
• Text “I have news” and then just say “Never mind.”
• Post something, and don’t ask people to ‘like’ or ‘share’.
• Ask the waiter for Worcestershire sauce.
• Don’t do what Simon says…
• Wear your Thursday underwear on a Wednesday.
-Twitter, first published in BS in 2022
BS IF FATHERS WERE REALLY IN CHARGE:
(Father’s Day is this Sunday…)
• Phones would cut off after 30 seconds of conversation.
• Garbage would take itself out.
• Nodding and looking at your watch would be an acceptable response to “I love you”.
• Report card comments would be limited to “Nice hustle, you’ll get ’em next time!”
• If your wife really needed to talk to you in the middle of a game, she’d appear in a little box in the corner of the TV screen … during a time-out.
• All physical injuries would be treated by rubbing “a little dirt on it”.
• A giant foam hand saying “You’re #1!” would be an acceptable anniversary gift.
-First published in BS in 2009
BS WEB GOODIE:
I don’t even know how they do that: https://tinyurl.com/36642yfh
BS RANDOM JOKE:
I had the right to remain silent – but I didn’t have the ability…!
☎ BS PHONE STARTER:
What was the best work-related event you attended? What was the WORST?
BS WATER COOLER QUESTION:
Men are 3 times more likely to lose THIS than women are. What is it?
Answer: Their hearing
BS DEEP THOUGHT:
Never argue with a fool. He may be doing the same thing.