27 Products You'll Wish You'd Known About Sooner

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You'll certainly wonder why you opted for a normal bath mat over this fast-drying stone one.
1. Eos' Cashmere Skin Collection Shave Oil that comes in the SUPER viral vanilla cashmere scent — just like their *internet-famous* body lotion. It's designed to protect skin from irritation and razor burn after shaving, meaning you'll have softer skin. Reviewers say it transformed their shaving routine and feels luxurious — without a steep price tag, of course!
Promising review: "I am absolutely loving this serum! I t creates the smoothest shave I've ever had, leaving my skin feeling incredibly soft and hydrated. The serum glides on easily, providing a close shave without any irritation or nicks. My razor moves effortlessly, and I'm impressed by how nourished my skin feels afterward. The light, refreshing scent is an added bonus! It's a must-have for anyone looking to upgrade their shaving routine and enjoy a comfortable, irritation-free experience. Highly recommend!" — Shay
Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in three scents).
2. An undetectable laptop mouse jiggler because don't you just wish something would keep your Teams and Slack status green when you need a quick walk around the block? Well, it's a good thing this can do EXACTLY that. Now you can get some fresh air and avoid any passive-aggressive comments from your manager — 'cause clearing your head IS productive!!
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Promising review:"Saves me from auto logouts! My brother recommended this handy gadget. I work from home and have three monitors. When I leave my desk for lunch, the computer goes to sleep, and when I come back, everything is logged out, and whatever was on three monitors ends up on two. SO frustrating. This is programmable for three settings, and I use it on the minimal movement, so when I come back, everything is just as I left it. Revolutionary! Just remember to turn it on!" — Isaiah
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in eight colors).
3. Ninja's new *portable* Crispi Air Fryer system so you can cook a personal-sized meal in as little as SEVEN MINUTES — even if you're at the office! You can prep your meals in advance without cooking a single thing at home — just flip this baby on, and soon you'll be enjoying a ~delectable~ meal.
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Check out a TikTok of the Ninja Crispi Air Fryer System in action.
Each air fryer comes with the"PowerPod," two containers (a 4-quart and a 6-quart), and lids. The PowerPod has auto-shutoff and four modes: Max Crisp, Bake, Air Fry, and Recrisp. The "feet" are heat-safe, so you can prop it on any surface without worrying!
Promising review: "I got my Ninja Crisper today and reheated some stuffed bread with feta cheese and spinach, and it did a wonderful job. I t was like it just came out of the oven the first time. Nice and crispy outside, but the inside heated just right. I love that the bottom glass can be covered with the lid it comes with. They come with a metal plate you can put in the glass bottom part, and it actually fits into the lid, so it doesn't get lost. The glass makes a difference in the taste, too. It is a great product and well worth it." — Jennifer
Get it from Amazon for $179.99 (available in three colors).
4. A ceiling fan carbon filter if the air in your home is feeling a little stuffy 'cause of dust, dander, pollen, and other allergens. Just stick it to a fan blade, turn on the fan, and it'll immediately start working. Reviewers who keep their house tidy were shocked by the amount of stuff this still picked up.
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Promising review: "I wasn't sure what to expect when purchasing these, but now they are a staple in every room of our house. Within three days the air smelled more crisp and was easier to breathe in our home. So simple and effective!" — Haylee Marez
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $21.99.
5. A migraine relief beanie for the throbbing pain in your head that makes you want to stop, drop, and roll into bed. You can either chill it in the freezer or heat it up in the microwave, depending on what soothing sensation you want. It also doubles as a sleep mask because it helps block out harsh light — which means you can get further relief from a little midday nap!
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This would *also* be the perfect little thing to throw on when you have one too many glasses of wine...
Read more about how temperature therapy can help with migraine prevention at Mayo Clinic.
IceBeanie is a small business that specializes in cold therapy products.
Promising review:"I don't usually write reviews, but this thing is literally a game changer. Amazing quality, so comfortable to wear, and it really helps me to relax and also when I have a headache. This is top-shelf. I am so happy with my purchase!" — Bonnie Boughton
Get it from Amazon for $41.99 (available in two colors).
6. A WD-40 pen so you can stop squeaks, prevent rust, and lubricate hinges with precision. It's the original formula but in pen form, so it can go wherever you go!
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Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." — BBP623
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.99.
7. A retractable car charger if your cupholders have twisted and tangled cords all over them, meaning it's always a pain to plug in your phone. 😒 Now, once you're done (and fully charged), a simple pull will retract the cord back into the little device to keep your console nice and neat.
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This has retractable iPhone and Type C charging cables *and* two extra charging ports.
Check out a TikTok of the car charger in action.
Promising review: "Absolutely LOVE this product. I have a USB-C and my husband has a lightning charger. This works well and can charge both of our devices fairly quickly. For size, it is a little bit bulky, but not bad enough that it makes or breaks. You need a few inches of space for it, but the rotating head helps, too. It's not noisy at all, other than the sound of the retractable reel. Overall, a very sleek and thought-out design!" — CL Korinek
Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (also available in a version that *ONLY* has two Apple retractable chargers).
8. A set of toss-and-chop salad tongs so when you go in for your first bite, you get a taste of every single ingredient. Just throw all of your ingredients in a bowl, snip away, and watch your salad transform before your very eyes. Not only will it be tossed like the ~aggressive~ shake method, but it'll *also* be perfectly bite-sized.
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Check out a TikTok of the salad scissors in action.
Promising review: "Love these! I hate big leafy salads so I bought these and they're perfect for chopping greens into bites. I also use them to quickly chop cherry tomatoes, onions, and other veggies. VERY nice quality." — asoon
Get it from Amazon for $22.99.
9. A sturdy yet lightweight three-in-one chair that acts as a backpack, cooler, *and* stool. It'll be a true LIFE SAVER when you get to your kid's soccer game and there's nowhere to sit. You'll have your snacks and drink in hand as you cheer on your little one from the sidelines!
You can also use it for picnics, camping, and hiking! Plus, it can hold up to 400 pounds.
Check out a TikTok of the backpack chair in action.
Promising review: "Super recommended! We have only used it a few times, but it has saved my poor legs and our arms from carrying stuff at events. It is super lightweight, comfortable to wear, and has lots of space. I am a bigger girl, and it holds me just fine sitting on it." — Purehoney
Get it from Amazon for $28.98+ (available in 11 colors).
10. A set of Bed Bands to keep your fitted sheet perfectly tucked 'cause it's soooo annoying when it pops up when you're dead asleep. Now you won't have to readjust that one corner up against the wall every morning...
Promising review:"We have a rather deep mattress and added a memory foam topper, which gave our fitted sheet a real stretch to be able to securely tuck at the corners and not slip off. It would hold some of the time, but we frequently had a corner or two slip off during the night. After giving Bed Band a try our fitted sheet-slipping problem is solved! The clamp design grips like iron, but the best part is the adjustable bands that allow for a quick final fit after installing the clamps. This makes for a much simpler installation, and with a product that, by its nature, needs to be removed and re-installed repeatedly (sheet washing), ease of installation is critical. Bed Bands is the clear design winner for function and ease of installation. A stellar product design at an affordable price!" — David K
Get a pack of four bands from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five colors, two lengths, and multi-packs).
11. A Frostbuddy so your beveragino doesn't have the layer of melted ice just waiting to dilute your perfect tasting drink... Its double-wall insulation will keep your to-go iced beverages cold for longer as you're on the move — it even fits in cupholders! Plus, it'll keep the condensation from leaking all over (aka no drippy mess to clean up) *and* fits small, medium, or large drinks.
It can fit cups from Starbucks, Dunkin', and McDonald's, which are the holy trinity of drive-thru coffee! Plus, it comes with a lid, so you can use it as a regular thermos. That means you could put hot *or* iced drinks in this — whatever you want (and what the weather calls for!).
Frost Buddy is a small business that specializes in universal thermal-controlling drinkware.
Check out a TikTok of the Frostbuddy in action.
Promising review:"I absolutely love this! I use this all the time for my coffee from Starbucks, and it is amazing! I'll get iced coffee at 9 a.m. and still have ice in it at 7 p.m. I have many Frost Buddy products now, and their entire line is phenomenal. This is definitely a must-have item for coffee or tea drinkers. I love that it also comes with a leakproof lid, so you can put your own drink in there, too. Overall, awesome product!" — EHW
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in 7 styles).
12. An adorable hummingbird lamp if you just despise starting your day out by turning on the harsh light in your room — same. This little birdie has three different brightness levels, so you don't feel like the sun just blasted you in the face. Plus, it also DOUBLES as an essential oil diffuser, so it'll def come in clutch during your relaxing nighttime reading sessions.
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Just add 3-4 drops of essential oil to the top, if you want to use it as a diffuser! It also has three brightness modes and a touch sensor.
According to Johns Hopkins, you may want to avoid diffusing oils around larger groups and young children because of the side effects of different oils. You may also want to avoid using an oil diffuser around pets with breathing problems, according to the ASPCA.
Promising review:"I literally have no idea why I bought this. It was a suggested item and looked interesting, so I was like, 'lol, okay.' I can't believe how much I like it LOL. It looks and feels much nicer than you'd think, and the battery lasts forever. It has three shades of light, and it's extremely bright." — K
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
13. A set of bottle, ring can, and jar openers with silicone gripper pads so you can easily open your drinks, jams, jarred soups, or ice cream pints (*cough* TALENTI *cough*). It has slots of different sizes, so it can perfectly fit around what you're opening. Reviewers who have arthritis say this really helps them!
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Promising review: "Every time I see and use this green opener, I say, " That is the best decision and purchase I have ever made," and "I need to put a review online." Getting older, with hand strength issues and arthritis, this tool is a lifesaver!" — Susan
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
14. A flat water bottle if you're leaving the house for a little but don't feel like lugging around a huge stainless steel tumbler to stay hydrated. This holds just enough water to satisfy your thirst and can easily fit in your everyday bag.
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Promising review: "This is my new favorite water bottle. It looks nice, holds 10–12 ounces, seals well (no leaks), and is sized such that I can slip it into my back pants pocket (most of the time, if they are somewhat roomy) or in a large coat or vest pocket. I take regular 1–2 mile hikes, and I was sick of carrying around water bottles holding twice as much water as I drink. This works perfectly, no excess weight and easy to pocket. I will also use backpacking for an easy access water bottle." — CRIU
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five colors and in a larger size).
15. A luxurious stone mat 'cause your cotton bath mats will get nasty if you don't wash them consistently. This absorbs the water that falls off you post-shower and will prevent any footprint puddles from forming on your way back to your room. Also it's just so gorgeous that it doubles as decor IMO.
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Me Mother Earth is a small business in Las Vegas that specializes in eco-friendly home goods for your bathroom, kitchen, and more. Each product was thoughtfully created with the intention of living a more plastic-free life.
Promising review: " We LOVE our drying mat. It's larger than most typical drying mats, at least the ones used to dry your dishes on, and I'm glad I can finally stop using a bunch of towels all over my kitchen counter to hold dishes. It's a firm board so I can stack things much easier on it. It absorbs really quickly, doesn't hold a smell, and looks great in our kitchen. We are so pleased with how durable it is, and I know it will last us a really long time. Can't wait to invite guests over so I can show them how amazing it is!" — Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $51.99 (available in two colors).
16. A sleek cable-concealing box so you don't have to perfectly position your power strip to keep it out of sight. This will secretly cover up that eyesore of black cords going here, there, and everywhere, making your home look so much more organized.
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See it in action on TikTok here.
Promising review: "I bought it because I saw a woman on TikTok showcase something similar like this on her page (on how to keep a home tidy), and I was like, I HAD to buy! It's wonderful! I have ALWAYS hated seeing all the clutter of cords stick out from cord extenders and having this makes my small place look cleaner and organized! I would recommend this for anyone!" — Chidi
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
17. A "silent" chew toy if your dog's favorite toy is getting on your very last nerve, thanks (but no thanks) to the squeaker. This one emits an ultrasonic sound only your furry BFF can hear, so they get the satisfaction of a squeaking toy — and you get the satisfaction of PEACE AND QUIET. HALLELUJAH!
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Promising review:"I have an auditory processing disorder, and that makes squeak toys very difficult for me. I always had to be very careful as to what toys my good girl could have. This has solved all the problems! The only sound I can hear is the air being pushed out, and she goes nuts for it! Best of both worlds! If only all dog toys were like this!" — V. F.
Get it from Amazon for $15.72+ (available in 11 styles and two sizes).
18. A water dispenser leveler that makes getting your cup of H2O so easy, you'll feel like you're using a soda fountain. So forget pressing down a button that feels next to impossible to keep down! It attaches to the interior water dispenser and is compatible with refrigerator makes like Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and Maytag.
Packard 3D Designs is a Maryland-based small business run by mechanical engineer Austin Packard.
Promising review: "Super helpful to my dad, who has issues with fine motor skills after a spinal cord injury!" — Brooke
Promising review: "I no longer hate my fridge!!!! This water dispenser attachment fits absolutely perfectly, and now I don't have to contort my body to fill up cups, bottles, and pitchers of water!!! Thank you SO much for such a high-quality product. Truly life-altering." — Christine C
Get it from Packard 3D Designs on Etsy for $25 (available in two colors and two attachment styles).
19. A lidded charcuterie board 'cause your haul of prosciutto, brie, and various jams was not cheap... So instead of wasting it or taking the extra time to box it up individually, use this so you can just clasp a lid over your beautiful spread. It's convenient as heck and screams practicality — even though your salami rose does not...
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Promising review: "I bought these for a party, and it was so easy to prep them and pop them into the fridge with the lid on. The same goes for storing leftovers afterward. It was also great to use for the fresh fruit we cut up to enjoy all weekend. Looks lovely and is solid quality." — AmJam
Get it from Amazon for $27.59 (available in three other sizes and various styles).
20. An auto-shutoff outlet so you don't have that "I turned off my curling iron, right? ... RIGHT?" moment again. This will shut it off for you within 30 minutes (just in case you didn't), so getting your hair styled for the day doesn't mean worrying about your house going up in flames.
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Just make sure to press the button for this to work!
Promising review:"Great product!! Now I never have to worry about leaving my curling iron plugged in!! I also bought one for my mom!!" — Sandra R.
Get it from Amazon for $11.59.
21. A set of adjustable mug organizers if your cabinets have so much unused space and you just got another Starbucks collectible mug — they're so cute, I don't blame you. Now you can keep hitting purchase and DOUBLE the amount of room you have for mugs. You truly can't have too many.
Elypro is a small biz with all sorts of smart home organizers.
Promising review: "Genius. This is one of those 'why didn't I think of that' items. They work perfectly. They are very sturdy and expand to the right size for all my mugs and glasses. My cabinets have more space and look neater." — CCRider
Get a set of six (to organize 12 mugs) from Amazon for $24.99 (available in three colors).
22. A "Fluffie Stuffiez" you pick apart to reveal a stormy cloud that glows in the dark. It takes about 45 minutes to fully remove the exterior fluff, so it'll be the perfect fidget toy before it becomes your new cuddle buddy. Reviewers say this is great for hair, nail, and clothes pickers since it still satisfies that habit without any of the downsides.
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It also comes with a little container you can stuff with the fluff you picked off — aka an extra buddy to add to your stuffie collection.
Promising review: "I have a tendency to pick at my clothes when I'm bored and have nothing else to occupy my time with. I got this toy to see if it would scratch that itch and save my clothes from my boredom. It worked much better than I thought it would. The outer layer to pluck has a soft, wooly feel, and the under layer is very soft. Some of the strands were a bit stuck and took some effort, but most came out with only a little effort. I'll probably get some more if I know I'm going to be away from home for a while." — Terras
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (and check out dozens of other versions on the Fluffie Stuffiez Amazon storefront!).
23. A disco ball wax warmer that lights up and sparkles as it makes your room smell like — well, whatever YOU want. Just put in your preferred wax to melt! The best part is that it'll freshen up your room without any open flames, making it safer.
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24. A Beachwaver B1 Rotating Curling Iron with automatic rotation so curling your hair is super easy. It might even minimize the chance of burning yourself, because wrapping your hair around a curling iron yourself can feel like a risky biz. Reviewers say this delivers salon-worthy results that last a long time — aka you look great *and* save money.
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It has three heat settings and a ceramic barrel to help you achieve that ~beachy~ wave look.
Promising review:"This automatic 1-inch ceramic curling iron has completely transformed my hair routine. The rotating feature makes it incredibly easy to use — no more awkward wrist twists or worrying about uneven curls. It creates beautiful, long-lasting curls with just a press of a button! The ceramic barrel is a game-changer, leaving my hair smooth and shiny without any frizz. The 1-inch size is perfect for creating loose, natural-looking curls that last all day. I also love how quickly it heats up and how easy it is to adjust the temperature for different hair types. Overall, this curling iron is a must-have for anyone looking to create effortless, professional-looking curls at home." — Shawn H.
Get it from Amazon for $99.
25. A set of hair tie bracelets so you can rock a boho bracelet one second and a tight pony the next. People will definitely be confused and equally amazed at how your jewelry doubles as a hair tie.
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Promising review:"I love these! These add the cutest touch to any outfit. They make you feel better about wearing a hair tie on your wrist. And they function great as both a hair tie and a bracelet! Not too tight to wear as either. Love them!" — Tiara Scheurell
Get a set of 20 from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in eight styles).
26. A convertible folding sofa bed — the perfect accompaniment to your napping, marathon-watching, and TikTok scrolling when you just need a BREAK. Warning: you may never want to get off this once you sink into it.
Promising review: "This is such a comfortable chair or bed! I was very happy with my purchase. You won't go wrong if you are looking for comfort or if you need to even save space. I highly recommend this." — danny
Get it from Amazon for $119.99+ (available in two sizes and eight colors).

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This is perhaps an extreme example, but historically, there have been many moments where co-stars, despite how much chemistry they share on screen, despise each other's guts. Most times, we only find out about it after the fact. Below are 14 instances where Hollywood co-stars who played lovers or friends on-screen disliked each other when the cameras went off. Tension rose on the set of Charlie's Angels between Bill Murray and Lucy Liu, according to an interview Liu gave to the Los Angeles Times. Liu explained that, after reworking a scene with her co-stars at a time when Murray wasn't on set, he returned and apparently took out some of his aggression toward her. "As we're doing the scene, Bill starts to sort of hurl insults, and I won't get into the specifics, but it kept going on and on," she said. "I was, like, 'Wow, he seems like he's looking straight at me.' I couldn't believe that [the comments] could be towards me, because what do I have to do with anything majorly important at that time? I literally do the look around my shoulder thing, like, who is he talking to behind me? I say, 'I'm so sorry. Are you talking to me?' And clearly, he was, because then it started to become a one-on-one communication."Despite having "the least amount of privilege in terms of creatively participating," Liu said she stood her ground against Murray. The box office success of Magic Mike aside, Channing Tatum and Alex Pettyfer found themselves butting heads off-set, which ultimately led to Pettyfer's non-appearance in Magic Mike XXL. Perhaps one of the most interesting conflicts on a movie set belongs to Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling. In a VH1 interview, The Notebook director Nick Cassavetes revealed in 2014 that the two had extreme tension with one another when they started filming the 2004 movie. "Ryan came to me, and there's 150 people standing in this big scene, and he says, 'Nick come here.' He's doing a scene with Rachel, and he says, 'Would you take her out of here and bring in another actress to read off-camera with me?'' Cassavetes recalled. ''I said, 'What?' He says, 'I can't. I can't do it with her. I'm just not getting anything from this.'' Despite this, the two ended up developing a strong chemistry with each other and dated from 2005-2007. Julia Roberts' feud with Nick Nolte on the set of I Love Trouble seemingly impacted how the film was received by critics. According to an interview she gave the New York Times in the 90s, she revealed how the two had shared blame for some of their on-set troubles. "From the moment I met him we sort of gave each other a hard time, and naturally we get on each other's nerves,' Roberts revealed after she was asked about the reputation Nolte developed for being crude on set. '[While he can be] completely charming and very nice, he's also completely disgusting. He's going to hate me for saying this, but he seems to go out of his way to repel people. He's a kick." During a 2022 interview, Nolte acknowledged his own shortcomings in their reaction. "I mean, it was absurd what we went through. It was partly my fault and a little bit of hers. Julia got married at the beginning of that film, and it was one of those things where I just approached it all wrong.' Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze's chemistry was unmatched in Dirty Dancing. However, their previous encounters on the set of Red Dawn created friction that extended to their on-set attitudes with each other. Grey explained that Swayze often pulled juvenile pranks that rubbed her the wrong way, though she revealed he later tearfully apologized. Then, when they filmed Dirty Dancing, Swayze became frustrated with what he deemed a lack of professionalism, which actually helped make the movie what it was. "When we're doing those dance sequences, and everything, and she's crying, and she's giggling, those moments really work because they're real. They just took pieces of Patrick and Jennifer, working together as attempting to be a dance team, and my frustration. My real frustration. I'm trying to keep this girl serious. I'm trying to keep her from crying, trying to keep her focused, to get past her fear and her ego," he said. However, it seems as though the two ultimately shared an appreciation for one another, their skills, and what they brought to the table. It Ends With Us is probably the best example of on-set feuds between two on-screen lovers. Blake Lively filed a lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, the film's director and her co-star, alleging sexual harassment and a retaliatory smear campaign during production. In response, Baldoni countersued and denied the allegations. His countersuit targeted Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and her publicist for $400M for defamation, civil extortion, and attempting to take over the film's creative direction, per CBS. On-screen besties Sarah Jessica Parker and Kim Cattrall apparently weren't quite close on the set of Sex And The City. Though there were reports that the two had their issues, Cattrall made her feelings about Parker clear after the latter expressed condolences for the loss of the former's brother. "I don't need your love and support at this tragic time @sarahjessicaparker," she wrote on Instagram. "My Mom asked me today 'When will that @sarahjessicaparker, that hypocrite, leave you alone?' Your continuous reaching out is a painful reminder of how cruel you really were then and now. Let me make this VERY clear. (If I haven't already) You are not my family. You are not my friend. So I'm writing to tell you one last time to stop exploiting our tragedy in order to restore your 'nice girl' persona," she added in the post. Tyrese Gibson, while an eccentric in his own right, has expressed immense disdain for James Franco in the past (although it feels like more of a collective feeling these days). On the set of Annapolis, there was a lot of tension, largely because of Franco's acting methods during the fight scenes, which apparently resulted in actual physical contact. 'I never want to work with him again, and I'm sure he feels the same way. It felt very personal. It was f**ked-up," Gibson stated. Meanwhile, Franco's explained that he's tried to bury the hatchet, though acknowledged that he probably wasn't the easiest to work with either. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and his feud with Vin Diesel have become part of the Fast & Furious franchise lore. It began when Diesel talked about the "tough love" he showed Johnson in an attempt to improve his acting chops, leading to on-set tension. Johnson also responded on Instagram, calling his co-star "chicken sh*t" and "candy a**." However, the two have seemingly ended their beef as Diesel shared a photo of the two on Instagram with the caption reading, "All love... Always..." Despite co-starring together on one of the most celebrated series on television, David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson had a touch of tension on the set of The X-Files. Though it was primarily rumors that the two had issues with each other, they've both separately acknowledged a "strained" relationship, largely due to lengthy work hours. 'I mean, yes, there were definitely periods when we hated each other," she told the Guardian when asked about rumors of tension on set. 'Hate is too strong a word. We didn't talk for long periods of time. It was intense, and we were both pains in the arse for the other at various times.' She noted that the two have a much healthier relationship these days. "But we are closer today than we ever have been." Outside of Chris Rock, there are very few people that Will Smith has engaged in public feuds with. However, when it came to Janet Hubert, who played the original Aunt Viv in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, the on-set tension led to her being replaced entirely. During the 2020 Fresh Prince reunion, Smith and Hubert hashed out their differences with Will admitting that he made the set difficult for Janet. "You took all that away from me with your words," Hubert told Smith. "Words can kill. I lost everything. Reputation. Everything, everything. I understand you were able to move forward. You know those words — calling a Black woman 'difficult' in Hollywood is the kiss of death. It's hard enough being a dark-skinned Black woman in this business. I felt it was necessary for us to finally move forward. And I'm sorry I have blasted you to pieces." Hollywood harbors plenty of creeps that are only now getting exposed. But in the case of Marlon Brando, who is still considered one of the greatest actors of all time, his on-set behavior earned him a horrible reputation, especially due to the fallouts with close collaborators, acquaintances, and co-stars. Sophie Loren revealed in her 1963 memoir how inappropriate Brando was on the set of A Countess from Hong Kong. "All of a sudden, he put his hands on me. I turned in all tranquillity and blew in his face, like a cat stroked the wrong way and said, 'Don't you ever dare to do that again. Never again!'' she said. "As I pulverised him with my eyes he seemed small, defenceless, almost a victim of his own notoriety. He never did it again, but it was very difficult working with him after that.' Issues between William Shatner and George Takei began bubbling in the public eye after Takei revealed just how difficult Shatner was to work with. "It's difficult working with someone who is not a team player. The rest of the cast all understand what makes a scene work—it's everybody contributing to it,' Takei said about Shatner in 2015. 'But Bill is a wonderful actor, and he knows it, and he likes to have the camera on him all the time.' Years later, Shatner responded. "George has never stopped blackening my name. These people are bitter and embittered. I have run out of patience with them. Why give credence to people consumed by envy and hate?" he said. The feud between Sacha Baron Cohen and Rebel Wilson began on the set of The Brothers Grimsby, where Wilson alleged that Cohen asked her to engage in unscripted, lewd acts for the film. Before she released her memoir, Rebel Rising, which included a chapter dedicated to the "a*sholes" she worked with in Hollywood, specifically Cohen, who allegedly got a team of lawyers and PR crisis managers to suppress her memoir. Cohen's rep offered The Independent a statement regarding the claims. 'While we appreciate the importance of speaking out, these demonstrably false claims are directly contradicted by extensive detailed evidence, including contemporaneous documents, film footage, and eyewitness accounts from those present before, during and after the production of The Brothers Grimsby," it read.

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People Are Sharing The Worst Date They've Ever Had The Misfortune Of Going On, And I Think They Should Be Entitled To Financial Compensation

If you've ever been on a truly bad date – one that made you swear off love for good – you're in the right place. Recently, people from the BuzzFeed Community shared stories of the worst dates they've ever been on, and well, it might make you feel less alone. From gross to creepy to downright bizarre, here are 18 of the most shocking stories: 1."First date with a guy, he offered to cook me dinner. It seemed a little strange, but also romantic, so I accepted. We went shopping for ingredients together, then to his place." "He shared the house with two other roommates, so I felt safer knowing we wouldn't be alone. He made our meal, then brought it into the bedroom so that we could watch a movie together. I insisted he leave the door open, just in case. Everything seemed fine until he got up after our dinner and closed the door. I didn't even have time to panic before he turned around, pants down, flaccid *member* hanging there, and said, 'put your mouth on it.' I couldn't help it, with his little peen just flopping atop his balls, I burst out laughing and ran out of the room. He chased me all the way to my car, with his thing out, begging me to come back, but I was both terrified and mortified; there was no way I was going back! I took off like a bat out of hell, and he's been known as 'hot dog' to me and my friends ever since!" –cupcakekrystle 2."Diarrhea, mine. I think that's enough explanation." –hbarney 3."When I was about 24, I met up to hang out with this guy for our first date. I very quickly realized the friendly older couple sitting next to us were his PARENTS." "He had told them where he was going and either invited them, or they just decided to tag along. I never got a straight answer on that. And to make matters even worse the uncomfortable date ended when his parents pulled up in front of where we were chatting in the parking lot, and he left with them. First and only date, for the record. 😂" –KJ 4."The date actually started well. He was cute, and the conversation was going well. A flying bug landed on his arm, and he slapped it…then proceeded to literally rub the mangled bug pieces into his arm instead of flicking it off!! It was so gross, and I have never gotten the ick so fast. I made an excuse to leave early because I couldn't look at him the same after that." –angrycrocodile764 5."Where to begin? This guy had watched too many pick-up videos, and no doubt, he's currently an Andrew Tate fanboy. Silly on my part to have a date in a park during COVID lockdown, because there was no one around and he was terrifying." "He was trying to touch me and grab me almost immediately, five minutes in, and my body language was literally turning away from him. I didn't want to try to leave until other people were around, so it lasted longer than I'd have liked. He showed me a video of him doing 50 burpees. Made me watch the whole thing, and insisted I feel his guns... twice. I worked at a school, didn't tell him where, and he claimed to have a tutoring business and 'would just go around to all the schools and ask the principals until he found me.' He also said, 'It won't be too hard to figure out which school your kids go to, either.' He still thought he was flirting. When I left, he asked for a kiss, and I refused. He said, 'I love it when people play hard to get.' I told him I'm not playing, and he leaned in again. I said no, and he said, 'Joke's on you, I always get what I want, and you are top of the list.' Leaned in again, I pushed him away and he said, 'We're going to have so much fun together.' I got in the car and left. That evening, he texted me to say he felt a real connection and 'knew' I did, too, and that we would make beautiful babies. He wanted to plan the next date and get that kiss. This 40-year-old man genuinely thought the date went well, meanwhile, I spent the next 6 months keeping my eye out for his car at my kids' schools." 6."His girlfriend showed up. He told me it was just a friend going through a divorce, and he was helping her through it. He left and spoke to her for about an hour. Then the girlfriend came up to me and asked, 'Why are you with my boyfriend?' I told her I didn't know, I was sorry, and she should break up with him. Then I left. This was on my birthday." –cornymagician424 7."Um, I vomited all over my date until my guts were empty. We haven't talked since. In fact, he blocked me on everything. Poor guy." –JaneDoe 8."When I was a young nurse (23) I dated a doctor who was seven years older than me, even though I KNEW it was a bad idea. He would stop by my unit daily and chat me up; I finally gave in." "He took me to a Wendy's, talked about how wonderful HE was, and spent a lot of time trying to convince me to come over to his place to 'meet his dog'. I declined the invitation to his house, which must have upset him, because he started saying nasty things about me at work. I later found out that he was talking to multiple girls throughout the hospital. I definitely dodged a bullet. Years later, our young children were on the same sports team, and he pretended to have no idea who I was… I 'reminded' him in front of his wife, and he again acted like a spoiled child by saying nasty things about me. What a winner." –LilBbNrs 9."He had gotten my number from a friend, and we talked for a while. We decided to go on a date. Went to Olive Garden to eat. It was going really "He was very self-obsessed and mostly talked about how much he works out, how much money he makes, his looks, etc. It started getting bad after he snapped at our waitress (who looked like a teenager) for spilling a little water on the table near him while pouring his drink. We're waiting to order, and he starts talking about all the girls he's dated in the past. He mentioned dating multiple girls at once, and I mentioned that was cheating. And I shit you not. He says, 'Yeah. That's fine, I'm a man. Men can do that stuff. They aren't supposed to stay pure like women.' I got up to 'go to the bathroom' and left. Absolutely not lol" –frigginfrogs 10."I basically babysat him the entire night. From the moment we met up, I could tell he was under the influence of something. He was highly paranoid and made the whole experience very awkward." "I spent the entire night reassuring him that everything was fine. He kept saying that people were looking at us or talking about us when they were not. He became wobbly after one drink, and while I considered leaving him while he was in the restroom, my conscious wouldn't let me do that. I linked hands and walked him back to his hotel to ensure he made it there safely, and then quickly retreated to my vehicle to return home. Overall, it was the worst date I've ever been on. He messaged me a week later asking why, and I was very candid. He's a thirty-year-old adult. Our actions have consequences. Self-care is paramount." –krizten0626 11."Went on a blind date that a friend set me up with (only because we are both tall). I had to pick him up and drive. When we got to the restaurant, he wanted to sit at the bar, then complained about the service, so he didn't pay." "At that point, I just wanted it to be over, so we left, and he saw that he forgot his phone inside. Didn't hear from him for a couple of days, so I figured he got the hint. Turns out he didn't go back for his phone. I blocked him and a couple of months later I saw him at a bar so when I left I had my guy friend walk me out and that crazy asshole yelled 'Slut!' so loud I could hear him from the parking lot." –edgycadet853 12."We were supposed to go to a snazzy cocktail bar, but he changed his mind and took us to the dive bar next door on our way in. He wouldn't stop picking his nose, literally did not ask me a single question about myself all night, drank five glasses of whiskey, and then freaked out about how expensive the bill was when it arrived (commenting, 'you gotta help me with this'). "He rattled off a list of all of his favorite dinosaurs from Jurassic World, informed me that he proudly chooses not to work a full-time job, and when I told him that was a recovering fundamentalist Christian he said 'it's good that you're not anymore because I wouldn't have sex with you if you were.' No thanks." –dizzywalrus918 13."It was a blind date through a mutual friend. I was feeling warm on the way to meet him, but I brushed that off as nerves. He took me to a holiday house party in the city. I was feeling like the edges were getting soft as the night wore on, and it was getting stuffy, and I was not feeling well." "On the way home, I rolled down my window for air and realized it was like 20 degrees out. I asked him to immediately pull over off the highway. He did, and I immediately started puking. A cop car pulled up, and the officer asked if everything was alright, and my date said yes, and the cop said, 'I wasn't asking you, pal' (I'll never forget that). We had to pull over four more times on the way back to his place, where my car was. I got back into my car and went home. I had the flu and was sick for several days! The guy kept calling to check on me to make sure I was okay. I was so humiliated. Never spoke to him again." –Bafsmom 14."We took a cab together to a drag show at a bar. I could tell he had been pregaming before I got there, but I thought nothing of it. As soon as we get to the bar, he pounds three shots back to back. That plus the liquor from earlier hit him at once and 15 minutes later, he shit himself." "Full blown poop water, all down his legs and soaked through his jeans. Instead of leaving, he sat behind the DJ booth drinking the rest of the night, away from everyone else. I told the bartender what happened, and he informed me that the guy had done the exact same thing approximately five times in the previous six months. I still went on a second date. No diarrhea this time, but he got kicked out of the same drag bar for offering to 'service' the bartender." –charmingminion318 15."At the time, I lived in the south metro area of the Twin Cities, and the guy I was going on a first date with lived and worked in Minneapolis. Although I wanted to meet in between, he insisted we go to this bar in Minneapolis near where he worked, which was a 30-minute drive for me. Okay, fine. I show up and am looking around because I can't see him anywhere. He sees me and waves me over." "I had met him through a dating app, and his pictures were clearly from 10 years and 100 lbs ago. He looked NOTHING like his pictures. I should have left, but I stayed and had a beer. He had been drinking whiskey cokes and had already had two by the time I made it. Anyway, he wanted to play pool, so we played a game or two before I politely told him I had to head home. He went to pay our bill, and his card was declined, so I went ahead and paid (it was happy hour and only like $18). He then walked me to my car and asked if he could hug me because he's a 'hugger.' I declined and said goodnight. As I was starting my car, I saw him pedaling off on his bicycle. So that explains why he couldn't meet in between. A week later, I got a 'hey girl, hey' text. Nope." –BigBabyPuddingSnatcher1 16."Was traveling in France and this guy I met was going on and on about what a great lover he was... so I decided to take him home that night." "Much to my chagrin and sadness, the dude had jagged, SNAGGLE nails!!! Suffice it to say, we did not get past the basement foreplay stage. NO SIR. Go handle that mess. THE WORST PART: I found out because I started bleeding from his snaggle daggers... only to have him TELL ME it must be my period. Like, WHAT??? Get outta here. TMI maybe, but that was THE WORST. Still shudder just thinking of the ick." –Littlefairywanderer 17."This was my first date after COVID, and I was excited to go to the local gay bar. When I got to the date, the guy was already plastered and kept trying to grab onto me like an octopus after leading us to a secluded corner. At one point, he loudly asked me my bra size." "Now, this would always be offensive, but I am a trans man (which I made clear multiple times) and was literally flying out in the morning to have top surgery! I tried to get him to take a cab home, but he refused. I didn't feel safe taking him to my place, considering how handsy he was and how he pouted about me refusing to let him kiss me. He texted me the next day apologizing, and seriously thought he would get a second date. At least he made it home safe, and so did everyone else on the road that night!" –messytable417 finally, "We went to a stand-up comedy show. He would not shut up during the sets. An usher finally told him to please be quiet, but he wouldn't stop talking! I finally had to say something and he got pissed. Said I was not supporting him. He left the venue and subsequently left the casino we were at. I had to Uber home." –danielleu445adb2d8 Do you have a dating horror story that belongs on this list? Let me know in the comments!