Richard Gadd Gained Nearly 100 Lbs. to ‘Transform’ Between Filming “Baby Reindee”r and “Half Man”: ‘Huge Difference’

Richard Gadd Gained Nearly 100 Lbs. to ‘Transform’ Between Filming “Baby Reindee”r and “Half Man”: ‘Huge Difference’ Vanessa EtienneWed, April 29, 2026 at 11:54 PM UTC 0 Richard GaddCredit: JC Olivera/Deadline via Getty Richard Gadd gained nearly 100 lbs. to transform for his role in Half Man after playing Donny Dunn in Baby Reindeer He worked with a trainer and nutritionist for over a year, focusing on highprotein meals and intense workouts Gadd said he had to physically "change everything" to fully distance himself from his previous character Richard Gadd revealed that he gained nearly 100 l...

Richard Gadd Gained Nearly 100 Lbs. to ‘Transform’ Between Filming “Baby Reindee”r and “Half Man”: ‘Huge Difference’

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Richard Gadd gained nearly 100 lbs. to transform for his role in Half Man after playing Donny Dunn in Baby Reindeer

He worked with a trainer and nutritionist for over a year, focusing on high-protein meals and intense workouts

Gadd said he had to physically "change everything" to fully distance himself from his previous character

Richard Gadd revealed that he gained nearly 100 lbs. prior to filming Half Man.

The 36-year-old actor appeared on the Wednesday, April 29 episode of the How to Fail podcast, where he opened up about making the transition from his role as Donny Dunn in Baby Reindeer to playing Ruben in Half Man.

During the show, host Elizabeth Day asked Gadd if his physical transformation was a deliberate way to distance himself from his Baby Reindeer character, which was a fictionalized version of himself.

“I knew in order for people to buy me as Ruben I needed to get away from Donny Dunn in almost every single way I could,” Gadd replied.

“I was 68.8 kg. [151 lbs.] when I shot Baby Reindeer so I was rake thin and I intensely lost weight to do that. And I wanted to feel vulnerable in my body and slight. And I wanted to feel young and youthful in my body,” he explained. “So I knew I needed to do a 180 for Ruben and I was 110 kg [242 lbs.] at my heaviest when I shot Half Man. So a huge, huge difference.”

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Gadd said he thought the audience might struggle to see past Donny so he wanted the transformation to be drastic. “I needed to change everything. My size, my voice, my beard, my hairstyle, everything. I needed to transform,” he shared.

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"It's hard enough... If just your job as a sole actor on something [is] to kind of transform, but doing everything else alongside [is] obviously a huge commitment,” he added, referring to his creating, writing and starring in the British miniseries.

Gadd also spoke with Men's Health about how he gained weight for Half Man. For a year before filming, he said he trained six times a week — sometimes twice a day — while prioritizing his nutrition, he told the magazine.

“I had a nutritionist. I had a personal trainer. There was a company in England that would send meals up – it was always high protein, no matter what,” he said. “And at the start, when I began training about a year out from filming, maybe even more, they were quite carb-heavy.”

“So I would be gaining a lot,” he added. “We knew that a lean bulk wasn't going to give me what I needed to look big. And I also wanted Ruben to look real. I never wanted it to be a veiny, steroid look.”

The Emmy winner credited his trainer, David Jenkins, and nutritionist, Dr. Andrew Usher, for giving him the tools to “really, really bulk up.”

"Together they put me through my paces,” he told Men's Health. “They never let me slack off and always pushed me, and I'm always up for a challenge.”

Baby Reindeer is now streaming on Netflix, while Half Man is available on HBO Max.

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Which season of &34;The Great British Baking Show&34; deserves Star Baker — and which lands in the soggy bottom? The competition is intents! Every season of The Great British Baking Show, ranked Which season of &34;The Great British Baking Show&34; deserves Star Baker — and which lands in the soggy bottom? The competition is intents! By Huntley Woods April 30, 2026 11:00 a.m. ET Leave a Comment :maxbytes(150000):stripicc()/TheGreatBritishBakingShow042026d226298184ad4fbf91b6ab276acf64aa.jpg) 'GBBS' icons: Noel Fielding, Nadiya Hussain, and Prue Leith. Credit: It’s judgment time in the tent.

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It’s judgment time in the tent.

Most reality competitions feature dramatic studio lighting, shiny floors, and an intensity level dialed up to high. *The Great British Baking Show *(*The Great British Bake Off* in the U.K.) puts all that on the back burner in favor of friendly challenges between amateur bakers. It’s the ultimate cozy comfort watch.

The show can be broken into two distinct eras: the original seven seasons, which aired on BBC with judges Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry; and the current batch starting with season 8, when the show made the jump to Channel 4. The channel change stirred up controversy when Mary was replaced by Prue Leith, who recently stepped down after nine seasons to make way for Nigella Lawson.

The shake-up also saw the exit of hosts Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins and the addition of Noel Fielding, along with an assortment of cohosts over the years. While none of the seasons are technically *bad*, some of them are a bit underproofed.

With 16 seasons to choose from, which, as Prue would say, are “worth the calories”? Grab a cuppa as we explore notable bakes and mistakes from inside the tent. Here's every season of *The Great British Baking Show, *ranked.

Season 1 (2010)

Mel Giedroyc, Paul Hollywood, Mary Berry, and Sue Perkins in 'GBBS' season 1.

The first season had all the ingredients for a hit, but clearly needed more time in the oven. It’s the shortest of the franchise and its format is a far cry from the structure to which we’re now accustomed.

Part competition, part educational documentary, a good portion of each episode is devoted to a “history of baking”-style edu-tainment segment. The iconic white tent, normally anchored in an idyllic English garden, moved towns each episode to coincide with themed bakes. Mel and Sue, meanwhile, would travel to historical locations to discuss odd topics, such as the origins of the term Humble Pie.

This season introduced British staples like the Victoria sandwich, steamed puddings, and Cornish pasties — which we learn used to be stored by miners in their trousers or bras. Bit odd innit?

**Top 3: **Edd Kimber (Winner), Ruth Clemens, Miranda Gore Browne

Season 2 (2011)

Rob Billington makes a pie in season 2.

The sophomore season is still a bit underbaked, but vastly improves upon the first. We see the addition of naming a “Star Baker” with each week’s judgment. The historical side quests are still present, with the hosts visiting 17th-century kitchens and using tools of the time to recreate recipes of that era. Also, if you ever wanted to see a live demonstration showing how a flour mill can explode, look no further.

Surprisingly, Paul offers help and advice to the bakers during some walkthroughs instead of just staring with those icy blue eyes. Both this season and bakers like Jo struggle to find their confidence this season, but it remains thoroughly charming.

**Top 3:** Joanne Wheatley (Winner), Holly Bell, Mary-Anne Boermans

Season 13 (2022)

Matt Lucas and eventual winner Syabira Yusoff in season 13.

This season received heavy criticism for “Mexican Week.” While past seasons have included international weeks such as Japanese, Italian, and German, the choice to have the hosts crack cringeworthy jokes in ponchos and sombreros rubbed many viewers the wrong way.

It's not fair to judge a season by one episode, of course, but the incident also served to highlight how poor a fit *Little Britain* comedian Matt Lucas was as a host.

The crop of bakers, however, shouldn’t be overlooked. Sandro was quite the scene stealer, flexing not only his arms but his suave baking skills. Janusz came dressed as Noel for the first-ever Halloween Week, and Syabira earned the title “Queen of Flavors” by making bold bakes infused with Malaysian twists.

**Top 3:** Syabira Yusoff (Winner), Abdul Rehman Sharif, Sandro Farmhouse

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Season 11 (2020)

Sura Selvarajah prepares dough in season 11.

Shot during the pandemic, this season was the first to have the bakers sequestered during filming. This production “bubble” created a noticeably tighter emotional bond among the ever-friendly bakers. Speaking of Bubbles, this was the season Lucas joined the cast as cohost, replacing Sandi Toksvig.

Hermine was a clear fan favorite who stumbled just before the finish line at the semifinals. Peter quickly rose to the occasion, becoming the youngest winner in the show’s history at age 20.

**Top 3:** Peter Sawkins (Winner), Laura Adlington, Dave Friday

Season 16 (2025)

Paul, Prue, Noel, and Alison put an elaborate cake under the microscope in season 16.

This cheeky round-up introduced us to a fresh batch of fast friends. Nataliia brought a taste of home with her Ukrainian-inspired bakes. Toby and Aaron had some endearing highs and lows, even if some bakes were a bit rough and ready. Tom tipped the scales with massive centerpieces, like his chocolate beehive and a 4-foot-long cake.

Jasmine was the season’s steadfast juggernaut. She was one of just two contestants to win Star Baker five times, but the only one to also take the cake for the win.

**Top 3:** Jasmine** **Mitchell (Winner), Aaron Mountford-Myles, Tom Arden

Season 10 (2019)

Paul, Prue, and Noel in Cake Week of season 10.

The show’s 10th anniversary also marked cohost Sandi’s final time in the tent. Alice’s charming personality and vibrant bakes stole the show and our hearts. Henry was quite literally a uniform baker, earning himself a coveted Hollywood Handshake.

Steph secured a spot in the finale with four Star Baker wins, only to unfortunately collapse along with her souffles right at the finish line. David made history as the show’s first victor to win without ever earning a Star Baker.

**Top 3:** David Atherton (Winner), Steph Blackwell, Alice Fevronia

Season 4 (2013)

Kimberley Wilson in season 4.

Season 4 brought new meaning to the phrase “bloody hell,” with several bakers slicing their fingers in the very first signature.

We also got the tent’s first very controversy with “custardgate” when Deborah accidentally nicked Howard’s custard for her dessert. It ended up being a trifle, really, as — true to British fashion — he was very polite about it.

Despite her young age, Ruby proved herself a serious contender early on by presenting an intricately detailed peacock for Bread Week. Frances succeeded in overcoming her style-over-substance critiques with her edible chessboard (and pieces), earning Star Baker for Biscuit Week.

**Top 3: **Frances Quinn (Winner), Ruby Tandoh, Kimberley Wilson

Season 3 (2012)

Danny Bryden in season 3.

This is when the show really hit its stride and nailed the recipe. Ryan Chong earned the first-ever Hollywood Handshake for his Lardy Cakes in the signature, though it wasn’t enough to save him — he was sent home that same episode in a double elimination.

James brought his quirky, frantic creativity to baking by serving a derelict gingerbread barn in the quarterfinals. In stark opposition was Brendan’s meticulous baking precision and perfectly calm demeanor in the tent. John Whaite proved he was worth his salt, even if he did mistake it for sugar in the rum baba technical.

Talk about “queasy-bake oven,” John literally stopped the show when he sliced his hand open during the strudel showstopper.

**Top 3: **John Whaite (Winner), Brendan Lynch, James Morton

Season 8 (2017)

Noel Fielding and Julia Chernogorova during season 8's Caramel Week.

This season really shook things up — and we're not talking Hollywood Handshakes. Taking over the apron for Mary Berry was Prue Leith and her rotating collection of chunky ’90s screensaver accessories. Mel and Sue also passed the spatula over to cohosts Noel Fielding and Sandi Toksvig.

Steven started off strong with a stunning sandwich/loaf illusion cake. Liam emerged as a fan favorite (he later returned as a *Junior Bake Off *judge)*. *Yan used her molecular biology skills for scientific bakes.

Things got sticky during Caramel Week when not a single baker produced a satisfactory stroopwafel in the technical. Sophie proved she was not to be trifled with, delivering a strong second half with her trifle terrine that was worthy of a Michelin-starred restaurant.

**Top 3: **Sophie Faldo (Winner), Kate Lyon, Steven Carter-Bailey

Season 12 (2021)

Paul, Prue, Noel, and Matt with a literal bread basket in season 12.

As the world emerged from COVID lockdown, so did a new set of bakers for the ultimate emotional support show.

Though he'd been baking for less than a year, Chigs proved anyone with a love of baking could radically improve right before our eyes. Jürgen, the gentle-mannered German physicist, brought precision to each bake, in stark contrast to Lizzie’s rebellious and chaotic presentations. Lucas, meanwhile, continued to bring an “Uncle Fester energy” to the tent.

Freya was the tent’s first all-vegan baker, but it was the loveable Italian Guiseppe who stole the show with his consistent technical prowess.

**Top 3: **Giuseppe Dell’Anno (Winner), Chigs Parmar, Crystelle Pereira

Season 7 (2016)

Seven season 7 contestants all lined up in a row.

This season brought an abundance of warm and cheery personalities with fan favorites like Val, Jane, and Benjamina. Andrew shifted things into high gear, utilizing his engineering background to craft rotating, cog-shaped pies for Tudor Week. Candice was renowned for her bold choices in both flavors and lipstick colors.

Season 7 brought a bittersweet end to the show’s BBC era, and was the last time in the tent for Perkins, Giedroyc, and Berry.

**Top 3: **Candice Brown (Winner), Jane Beedle, Andrew Smyth

Season 14 (2023)

Nicky Laceby shows off a distinctive, friendly cake in season 14.

Noel received the perfect partner in crime when Alison Hammond joined the company as cohost, bringing a much-*kneaded* rise to the series. Her warm and sunny demeanor represented a shining return to form for the show, which some fans complained had become stale.

It also welcomed Tasha, the first deaf contestant, and a technical recreating the iconic cake from the show’s intro. The cherry on top of a lovely season was Matty, the loveable underdog whose confidence and skills went from half-baked to perfectly proved.

**Top 3:** Matty Edgell (Winner), Dan Hunter, Josh Smalley

Season 15 (2024)

Noel and John during season 15's Cake Week.

Alison and Noel’s jovial antics are always a recipe for success, and this season had them in “Northern portions.” Season 15 had an abundance of ambitious and adored bakers — including the fan-fave Nelly, whose personality exuded warmth like a wool sweater.

The season was not immune to disaster, with Illiyan fainting and Jeff’s early Brexit during Biscuit Week. Dylan’s innovative and complex creations made him a season-long frontrunner. Christiaan was one of the show's more adventurous bakers when it came to risky flavors. Georgie earned repeated praise for her elegant bakes and consistent ability to handle the heat.

**Top 3:** Georgie Grasso (Winner), Christiaan de Vries, Dylan Bachelet

Season 9 (2018)

The judges and presenters have some biscuits (that's what they call cookies in the U.K.) in season 9.

These top-tier bakers delivered one of the most wholesome seasons in show history. Briony brought heart and soul to every bake, but unfortunately fell victim to swapping salt for sugar in the semifinals. Kim-Joy’s incredible creativity constantly crossed between whimsical edible confections and works of art.

Ruby’s cake may have collapsed, but she rose to the occasion as the show’s resilient comeback queen. Rahul overcame many obstacles and moments of self-doubt to win not just the competition, but a new group of supportive friends.

**Top 3: **Rahul Mandal (Winner), Ruby Bhogal, Kim-Joy Hewlett

Season 5 (2014)

Iain Watters consults with the judges in season 5.

The infamous “bingate” season brought the show’s first real major conflict. Things got heated during the Baked Alaska showstopper, when Diana removed Iain’s ice cream from the freezer. When he returned to find a soupy surprise, he chucked it in the bin, which he presented to the judges.

The show’s harsh judgment — and his elimination — sparked an outcry from fans claiming sabotage. It was the rare controversy to really stir the pot; there remains debate about how long the ice cream was actually out of the freezer.

Scandal aside, the heart of the show is the bakers and one couldn’t help but fall in love with this lot. Richard scored Star Baker a then-unprecedented five times, while beloved gran Nancy blew everyone away in the final hour with an impressive windmill showstopper.

**Top 3:** Nancy Birtwhistle (Winner), Richard Burr, Luis Troyano

Season 6 (2015)

Flora Shedden during Chocolate Week in season 6.

The crusts were golden and so was this particular era of the show. Season 6 takes the cake with a crop of rising stars and Nadiya’s unforgettable underdog story.

Paul was the pride of Bread Week, earning a handshake in the signature challenge. The mane-event was his sculpted bread lion — which won high praise from breadmaster Paul Hollywood, who said it was one of the best things he'd seen in bread *ever*.

Tamal was known for injecting syrup into his bakes. Ian engineered some solid structured bakes and was a pie-oneer with inventive flavors for his notoriously named “roadkill pie.”

Nadiya took some time to prove herself, but quickly rose to the top, winning three Star Bakers in a row. There wasn’t a dry eye in the tent during what's easily one of the most emotional and poignant finales in *GBBS *history.

**Top 3: **Nadiya Hussain (Winner), Ian Cumming, Tamal Ray

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The KardashianJenner Family Shows Their Support for North West, 12, as She Releases Her Debut EP Kayla GrantFri, May 1, 2026 at 7:20 PM UTC 0 North WestCredit: Lily Lauria North West released her debut EP N0rth4evr at age 12, showcasing her talent as both performer and producer The KardashianJenner family celebrated her release with social media posts and a decorated home celebration North is set to perform at Lyrical Lemonade's Summer Smash festival alongside artists like Playboi Carti and Lil Uzi Vert North West is feeling support from her family as she releases her firstever EP.

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North West is feeling support from her family as she releases her first-ever EP.

The 12-year-old, who's the daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, released her EP N0rth4evr on Friday, May 1, receiving support from her family. Several members of the Kardashian-Jenner family, including her uncle Rob Kardashian, aunt Khloé Kardashian and grandmother Kris Jenner, posted pictures on their Instagram Stories, showing them streaming and listening to her music.

In text under the photo, the tight-knit family tagged the tween and added a few emojis near her name.

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In addition to all the posts, North had a special celebration at home. On her personal Instagram Stories, the 12-year-old gave a glimpse into how her mom decorated the house for her big release.

As she played a snippet of her song "Aishite (愛して)," North showed off the inflatable balloons spelling out her album title before flipping the camera back to herself and posing.

North not only performed every song on the six-track EP, but also produced every song on the project. The project comes after a string of collaborations, including an appearance on FKA Twigs' album Eusexua, producing for Lil Novi's recent single "justswagup," and her guest production role on skaiwater's new album wonderful.

Now that her EP is released, North has her sights set on something bigger: her debut festival performance. The musician will be performing at Lyrical Lemonade's Summer Smash in Chicago in June. She'll be sharing the stage with other talented rappers, including Playboi Carti, Lil Uzi Vert, Skrillex, Sexyy Red, Chief Keef and more.

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Earlier this month, the Donda rapper welcomed his daughter North on stage at his SoFi Stadium concert. The pre-teen wore blue hair in two high pigtails and big black sunglasses, singing their songs "Talking" and "Piercing on My Hand."

North added a chain necklace that featured a skull and crossbones pendant, wearing a T-shirt with her dad's name on the back. The two hugged at one point during the show.

In January, North released the first snippet of her song on her Instagram Stories, which was a collaboration with her rapper dad. The track, which was titled "Piercing on My Hand (Ye Version)," appeared to be commenting on the public commentary over North's two dermal piercings.

"Piercing on my hand, the other holding bands," North rapped in the song. "No friends, just filter, you wouldn’t understand."

"All my friends are hits, you know I’m not lazy/You’re so angry that I’m so mainstream," rapped North. "I’m not sure I’m crazy/I want more piercings and tats/I love blue hair put it in some plaits/Put the music to the max/I want like a hundred thousand racks."

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This article contains affiliate links; if you click such a link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission.This “Dated” &x27;90s Shoe Trend Is Back Irina GrechkoFri, May 1, 2026 at 7:20 PM UTC 0 The Wedge Sandal Revival Is Officially HereClockwise from Top Left: Prada, Zara, Reformation, St. Agni, Mango, Massimo Dutti, Jude "Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Wedges have long been one of fashion’s most polarizing shoes.

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Wedges have long been one of fashion’s most polarizing shoes. But as with many divisive ’90s relics—see cargo pants, baggy denim, and tiny sunglasses—the sandal trend found its way back into the spotlight. This time, however, the return feels in step (if you’ll forgive the pun) with the minimalism that permeated the Spring/Summer 2026 collections.

Forget the matronly wedge pumps of years past. This season, designers are transforming the “dated” silhouette into something decidedly more elegant and sophisticated. At Khaite, thong wedges were styled with pared-back tailoring and occasion dresses, evoking a sense of quiet luxury rather than cringe-inducing nostalgia. Meanwhile, Simkhai took a more relaxed approach, presenting heeled flip-flops that are equally suited to coastal getaways as they are city outfits. Celebrities are also on board: Selena Gomez recently stepped out in brown wedges with a toe-ring strap, proving the throwback shape can look current.

Beyond aesthetics, there’s a functional appeal: Unlike skinny stilettos or ground-grazing flip-flops, wedges offer stability, elevation, and comfort, making them an obvious choice for warm-weather days that move from morning errands to evening plans, as well as vacation packing lists and wedding guest looks.

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In terms of styles defining today’s footwear revival, thong wedges are leading the charge. Don’t worry: These flip-flop hybrids are a far cry from the overly embellished versions of the mall years, instead favoring clean lines and subtle finishes. Mules offer another entry point into the sandal trend, balancing that ‘90s ease with a more dressed-up feel. For those drawn to a bolder look, Rachel Greene-approved platform styles are also reemerging.

Like with many ’90s comebacks, the best way to wear these is to err on the side of restraint, opting for footwear styles with minimal straps and balanced heel proportions in neutral tones. Paired with linen separates, flowy dresses and skirts, or relaxed denim, the once-maligned silhouette turns into an effortless summer must-have.

Call them controversial if you want, but this season, wedge sandals are back on solid footing. Shop the runway-approved essential with our favorite picks below.

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The cause of death for 57-year-old Patrick Muldoon, best known for starring in "Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place," has been released.

Muldoon's immediate cause of death was a myocardial infarction, or a heart attack, according to a death certificate obtained by Us Weekly and People. He died April 19 and was cremated April 28.

The underlying causes that contributed to his death included hereditary coagulopathy disorder, which is characterized by a slowed blood clotting process, and pulmonary embolism, which is caused by a "blood clot that breaks loose and travels through the bloodstream to the lungs," according to the National Library of Medicine's Medline Plus.

Patrick Muldoon attends the premiere of "Riff Raff" during the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival at Princess of Wales Theatre on Sept. 9, 2024, in Toronto.

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By 1992, Muldoon was starring in "Days of Our Lives" as one of two actors to portray Austin Reed, an aspiring boxer with a troubled past and the love interest of Carrie Brady (Christie Clark). Austin Peck went on to play Austin Reed for lengthier stints between 1995 and 2021, aside from Muldoon's reprisal of the role in 2011 and 2012.

Muldoon was set to coproduce the upcoming crime thriller "Kockroach" starring Chris Hemsworth, Zazie Beetz, Channing Tatum and Alec Baldwin.

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Taylor Swift’s Car Ride With Travis Kelce Inspired a Major SongEvolve EditorsWed, April 29, 2026 at 11:46 AM UTC 0 Photo Credit: Christopher Polk/Billboard via Getty Images Taylor Swift reveals how her popular song “Elizabeth Taylor” from her 12th studio album The Life of a Showgirl came into being. She revealed she was on a car ride with her fiancé, Travis Kelce, in a new profile interview for The New York Times Magazine. Taylor Swift talks about how she wrote Elizabeth Taylor Taylor Swift revealed how a car ride with Travis Kelce inspired her new song, “Elizabeth Taylor.

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Taylor Swift reveals how her popular song “Elizabeth Taylor” from her 12th studio album The Life of a Showgirl came into being. She revealed she was on a car ride with her fiancé, Travis Kelce, in a new profile interview for The New York Times Magazine.

Taylor Swift talks about how she wrote Elizabeth Taylor

Taylor Swift revealed how a car ride with Travis Kelce inspired her new song, “Elizabeth Taylor.” Swift said, “I am riding in the car with Travis, I go on and on explaining to Travis why I love Elizabeth Taylor so much. She fought for artists’ rights. She was exploited in so many ways, and yet she kept her humanity. Kept her humor and her passion for life. I was just going on and on.”

Continuing further, Swift said, “I was like, ‘Her eyes were violet. Some people said they were blue. Some people said they were violet. I think they were violet.’ And we arrive, we get home, he gets out of the car. I’m like this intrusive memory of ‘I would cry my eyes violet, Elizabeth Taylor.’ I’m just scrambling to open my record app on my phone. But that’s like one of the spontaneous places where it floats down like a cloud in front of you, and all you have to do is grab it. The song transpires from there, it comes as if from nowhere.”

“That’s a really fun way that songs come about. That’s the way it happens, most of the time,” the singer added. Around a month back, Swift released a separate music video for the song “Elizabeth Taylor.” The music video is a compilation of Taylor’s videos, with Swift’s dreamy vocals playing.

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Fans had interesting reactions to it in the comments section. One fan asked, “Then why didn’t you give us a proper music video…” A second fan commented, “’I’d cry my eyes violet’ came from a random car ride conversation, and it’s already iconic.”

A third fan wrote, “I need everyone to stream Elizabeth Taylor and view the music video on YouTube, because its quality is timeless, even if this tribute may seem small.” A fourth fan penned, “She hears a feeling, turns it into a lyric, and suddenly it becomes a whole era.”

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Gottmik, Kandy Muse, Rosé, and Symone hold a mini reunion to talk sprained ankles and a special performance of Tina Burner's boy band single. RuPaul's Drag Race top 4 reunite to spill scalding tea on season 13's wildest moments Gottmik, Kandy Muse, Rosé, and Symone hold a mini reunion to talk sprained ankles and a special performance of Tina Burner's boy band single. :maxbytes(150000):stripicc()/JoeyNolfiBiophotof93a23298bdd47ba9c13f53815fc469b.jpg) Joey Nolfi Joey Nolfi is a senior writer at .

Gottmik, Kandy Muse, Rosé, and Symone hold a mini reunion to talk sprained ankles and a special performance of Tina Burner's boy band single.

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Don't let the smooth taste fool you: *RuPaul's Drag Race* season 13 isn't over yet!

*EW's BINGE* podcast recapping the Emmy-winning reality competition series returns (below and on Spotify) with a surprise episode looking back at season 13's wildest moments. Top 4 contestants Symone, Kandy Muse, Gottmik, and Rosé set sail with hosts Joey Nolfi and Jillian Sederholm aboard the S.S. Muse — Kandy's brand new boat — to ride the waves of nostalgia as they look back on the longest-ever season of the show.

After Symone reveals the contents of the McDonald's bag she secured following her snatching of the series' 13th crown, the queens dive deep into all of the gagatrondrizing bits, from Gottmik's impact on the trans community, the story behind Rosé's sprained ankle, and where their careers are headed next.

Highlights from this episode include:

- Gottmik discussing their impact on the way trans men see themselves in media

- Kandy and the queens reflect on the fallout from *the* Tamisha fight

- The disconnect between the queens' feelings on Kandy and the fans' feelings on Kandy

- Symone on playing Harriet Tubman for *Snatch Game*

- Symone addressing Elliott's use of the word "aggressive" when discussing her drag

- A special guest performance by Tina Burner's boy band 5th Ring (and the queens react)

- Rosé dishes on what went through her mind during Tina's infamous makeover

- Reactions to the roast and Utica's intent with her controversial jokes

- Gottmik dishes on working with Paris Hilton and her reaction to the *Snatch Game*

- The queens hilariously respond to Utica and Olivia Lux's dating rumors

- Symone reveals the iconic last-minute decision to do her Whitney Houston performance with a handkerchief (and where she got the rag from)

- Rosé reveals the story behind her sprained ankle (Denali is involved!)

- The queens look ahead and muse on Kandy's pitch for a dating show

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So, grab one of Symone's Diana Ross breasts as a floatation device and hitch a ride on the S.S. Muse, because *EW's BINGE* podcast is back, back, back again. Listen to our full *RuPaul's Drag Race* season 13 recap reunion with Symone, Kandy Muse, Gottmik, and Rosé above. The full episode is also available on Spotify now!

***Subscribe to EW's BINGE podcast for full recaps of all 13 seasons of *RuPaul's Drag Race*, featuring exclusive interviews with the season 13 top four, Jaida Essence Hall, Trixie Mattel, Katya, Peppermint, Bianca Del Rio, Bob the Drag Queen, Sasha Velour, and more.***

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