Welcome to our 2026 coverage of new films, television shows, music and the pop culture that we are all obsessing over.In this live blog, we’ll cover everything related to awards season, from the Golden Globes to the Grammys to the Oscars. We will also talk about must-see television of the year, the streaming films that get us all talking, and the new buzzy trailers that hope to woo us over to the movie theaters.This will be your hot spot for all things entertainment and pop culture.See below for updates on celebrity news, the new content popping up on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and your other favorite streaming services and the big talkers that are going viral on social media.‘The Bear’ Just Dropped A Surprise Prequel Episode — And Its Shocking Ending May Be A Hint For The Final SeasonWarning: This post contains spoilers for “Gary.”As “The Bear” heads toward its fifth and final season this summer, the FX hit surprised fans with an unexpected prequel episode released Tuesday, sharing a glimpse of what’s ahead.Titled “Gary,” the hour-long installment — written by Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Jon Bernthal and directed by “The Bear” creator Christopher Storer — follows Richie (Moss-Bachrach) and Mikey (Bernthal) on a road trip to Gary, Indiana. Tasked with delivering a package for Mikey’s uncle Jimmy (Oliver Platt), the journey doubles as a deep dive into the pair’s complicated friendship.Set before the events of Season 1, the flashback episode isn’t as anxiety-fueled as the show usually is, but it’s just as intense in its exploration of Richie and Mikey’s relationship prior to the latter’s suicide.Per usual, we see the two trade playful insults like brothers. They do drugs and banter with teens during a pickup basketball game, and later hit a bar Richie insists on visiting — even though he promised his then-girlfriend Tiff (Gillian Jacobs) he’d be home in time for their daughter’s birth. Instead, the father-to-be entertains the bar crowd with embarrassing stories of himself, while Mikey shares an emotional moment with a stranger (Marin Ireland) in the bathroom.The tension ultimately boils over when Mikey’s teasing toward Richie turns brutal, as he declares in front of the whole bar what a terrible father his friend is going to be: “If he is involved, he’s going to fuck it up.”Whether that’s the drugs or Mikey’s unresolved childhood trauma talking, the pair’s confrontation turns physical (Mikey even spits in Richie’s face). Still, they finish their errand for Jimmy and head back home to Chicago. But just when it seems the episode will end on their awkward drive home, the final scene shifts to show Richie alone behind the wheel, staring at the empty passenger seat, clearly grieving the loss of his dear friend. As he pulls forward, a van slams into his car, cutting to right to the credits.It’s unclear where this crash fits within the show’s timeline or what it means for the final season, but based on the series’ history, it likely hints at something pivotal ahead.The accident could potentially change Richie’s partnership with Syd (Ayo Edebiri) at the restaurant, especially with Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) finally stepping away. Or it may hint at more revelations surrounding Mikey’s death. Either way, we’re in for quite a ride as “The Bear” closes up shop for good this summer.“The Bear” returns for Season 5 in June. In the meantime, stream "Gary" on Hulu now.See All UpdatesClose