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Ayo Edebiri has already won a Golden Globe, a Critics Choice Award, and an Emmy this year alone, and it’s only the beginning of January (somehow). But her most important role of the last two years has been her dedication to portraying an Irish citizen, also known as Ayo Edebiri.

Edebiri took home an Emmy last night for her role on The Bear, but she had to shout out to her “people” before the ceremony, and that’s the great nation of Ireland. If you are confused, then 1) Welcome to the internet! and 2) Edebiri is not from Ireland, but she has been having a lot of fun continuing the bit, especially on the red carpet.

“Shout out to my people!” Edebiri said in an interview with Entertainment Tonight on the red carpet. “Shout out to Derry! Shout out to Cork! Shout out to Killarney! Shout out to Dublin!” she added, covering all her bases. It seems that the more she denies being from Ireland, the more the people believe her, which is a fun problem to have.

Even though she has love for Ireland, Edebiri grew up in Boston, but she stands by her commitment to the Irish people. She left Twitter in 2023, but the actress confirmed that she is aware of the Irish-related memes. “I’m aware, generally, of my connection to Ireland. I’m aware,” she told ET. Cillian Murphy has yet to be reached for comment.

If you are looking for even more great Ayo performances, you should read her Letterboxed reviews. She is also pulling for a Zac Efron Oscar nom!!!

(Via ET)

The Night Agent was not only an instant hit for Netflix, but it also kept cranking for months. Now, the show sits in this sixth spot of the streamer’s all-time popular English-speaking shows TV shows, and even though Netflix has slowed its pace of series renewals, The Night Agent broke that newfound rule with a swift greenlighting — in less than two weeks from initial release, instead of waiting at least 28 days like it usually does. As such, the Gabriel Basso-starring series now sits among the lofty ranks of other streaming standouts like Wednesday and DAHMER: Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story.

Those latter two shows were released as hopeful hits with more upfront PR wizardry, but they accomplished their viewership expectations mightily. Still, it’s arguably more satisfying to see a series come out of nearly nowhere and without A-list stars but be worth repeat viewings as merely a good, old-fashioned bingeworthy series. A slew of new actors have been revealed for the show, so what can we expect from Season 2?

Plot

Lovers of Amazon Prime’s Jack Ryan will especially love this show that proves how new twists on espionage-filled lives never get old for the TV audience. As viewers know, The Night Agent is based upon Matthew Quirk’s bestselling book, and Basso stars as Peter Sutherland, the night-shift FBI agent who usually didn’t get to see much action. He basically hung out and answered a phone line for members of other government agencies who have problems that need solving. This Night Action Program, as it turns out, is an off-the-books subagency that is so secret, it might as well not exist.

Granted, this sub-agency — which helps the CIA and other federal agencies who find themselves stumped and in a bind with nowhere else to turn — probably doesn’t exist in real life either, but hey, you never know. People love to watch stories about shadowy government conspiracies and imagine that they might somehow contain a sliver of reality, and that’s likely a major reason that this show is so intriguing.

One evening, Peter’s world suddenly grew much more interesting, not to mention dangerous, when a tech CEO, Rose (Luciane Buchanan), put the call out (along with a secret code) after her relatives were murdered under mysterious circumstances. Naturally, not all was what it seemed, in or out of the agency, and Sutherland found foes at every turn. These enemies even included White House Chief of Staff Farr (Hong Chau) and U.S. Vice President Redfield (Christopher Shyer).

By the end of the first season, Peter has uncovered and halted an intricate terrorist/assassination scheme and has formally received the Night Agent designation. So, no more basement phone calls? Sure, but that doesn’t mean that his new role will be a breeze. Following the success of the first season, Gabriel Basso revealed to Collider that Peter will be an official Night Action member, but he will not suddenly be confident in his new gig:

“I think if there was a Season 2, his MO would almost shift completely because he’d now be a Night Agent. I’d have to talk to Shawn [Ryan] about what that mission would be. I’m sure it all depends on the context of where you’d see him next, but I’m sure his training would shift from, “I’m an FBI agent,” to killing people. Whatever he’s being asked to do, I’m sure the emphasis would shift and the goal would shift, significantly. He’d probably feel a little out of his depth again.

Netflix is being very tightlipped about what this new goal set will include for Peter (Warning: Farr is still out there), but before the show’s renewal, creator Shawn Ryan told Collider that a second season presents a whole new world:

“In a Season 2, if we do one, I think it would be a whole new location with a whole new set of problems, and a small number of characters from Season 1 would be part of that, but mostly new characters would be surrounding them. And then, that would tell a one-season story.”

Clear as mud? For sure, but the wheels are turning for more bingeworthy intrigue coming from Netflix.

Cast

Variety reported that Season 2 will include an array of new actors, including Power Book II: Ghost‘s Berto Colon as an ex-Marine and current high-powered fixer named Solomon. Pitch Perfect‘s Brittany Snow will join the cast as Peter’s more experienced partner in the realm of Night Action. Louis Herthum will play Solomon’s high-rolling, globally powerful boss, Jacob Monroe. Arienne Mandi will portray a U.N. aid named Noor, whose top-secret access might not be used for on-the-job purposes, if you catch the drift. And Teddy Sears will pick up the role of a high-level subject of a Night Action investigation, Warren.

Returning cast members will include Gabriel Basso, of course. Also expect to see Luciane Buchanan return as Rose (who will be pursuing her tech dreams, from the looks of where her story left off) along with other familiar faces including Amanda Warren, Eve Harlow, Phoenix Raei, Enrique Murciano, D. B. Woodside, Hong Chau, Fola Evans-Akingbola, and Sarah Desjardins.

Release Date

The show was originally fast tracked before The Hollywood chaos began, and writers/actors went on hiatus. However, Netflix will want to get this show out as soon as possible, so we can probably bet on a 2024 release with production kicking into high gear.

Trailer

Nada, yet! Whenever a trailer materializes, we will be all over it.

The Night Agent was not only an instant hit for Netflix, but it also kept cranking for months. Now, the show sits in this sixth spot of the streamer’s all-time popular English-speaking shows TV shows, and even though Netflix has slowed its pace of series renewals, The Night Agent broke that newfound rule with a swift greenlighting — in less than two weeks from initial release, instead of waiting at least 28 days like it usually does. As such, the Gabriel Basso-starring series now sits among the lofty ranks of other streaming standouts like Wednesday and DAHMER: Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story.

Those latter two shows were released as hopeful hits with more upfront PR wizardry, but they accomplished their viewership expectations mightily. Still, it’s arguably more satisfying to see a series come out of nearly nowhere and without A-list stars but be worth repeat viewings as merely a good, old-fashioned bingeworthy series. A slew of new actors have been revealed for the show, so what can we expect from Season 2?

Plot

Lovers of Amazon Prime’s Jack Ryan will especially love this show that proves how new twists on espionage-filled lives never get old for the TV audience. As viewers know, The Night Agent is based upon Matthew Quirk’s bestselling book, and Basso stars as Peter Sutherland, the night-shift FBI agent who usually didn’t get to see much action. He basically hung out and answered a phone line for members of other government agencies who have problems that need solving. This Night Action Program, as it turns out, is an off-the-books subagency that is so secret, it might as well not exist.

Granted, this sub-agency — which helps the CIA and other federal agencies who find themselves stumped and in a bind with nowhere else to turn — probably doesn’t exist in real life either, but hey, you never know. People love to watch stories about shadowy government conspiracies and imagine that they might somehow contain a sliver of reality, and that’s likely a major reason that this show is so intriguing.

One evening, Peter’s world suddenly grew much more interesting, not to mention dangerous, when a tech CEO, Rose (Luciane Buchanan), put the call out (along with a secret code) after her relatives were murdered under mysterious circumstances. Naturally, not all was what it seemed, in or out of the agency, and Sutherland found foes at every turn. These enemies even included White House Chief of Staff Farr (Hong Chau) and U.S. Vice President Redfield (Christopher Shyer).

By the end of the first season, Peter has uncovered and halted an intricate terrorist/assassination scheme and has formally received the Night Agent designation. So, no more basement phone calls? Sure, but that doesn’t mean that his new role will be a breeze. Following the success of the first season, Gabriel Basso revealed to Collider that Peter will be an official Night Action member, but he will not suddenly be confident in his new gig:

“I think if there was a Season 2, his MO would almost shift completely because he’d now be a Night Agent. I’d have to talk to Shawn [Ryan] about what that mission would be. I’m sure it all depends on the context of where you’d see him next, but I’m sure his training would shift from, “I’m an FBI agent,” to killing people. Whatever he’s being asked to do, I’m sure the emphasis would shift and the goal would shift, significantly. He’d probably feel a little out of his depth again.

Netflix is being very tightlipped about what this new goal set will include for Peter (Warning: Farr is still out there), but before the show’s renewal, creator Shawn Ryan told Collider that a second season presents a whole new world:

“In a Season 2, if we do one, I think it would be a whole new location with a whole new set of problems, and a small number of characters from Season 1 would be part of that, but mostly new characters would be surrounding them. And then, that would tell a one-season story.”

Clear as mud? For sure, but the wheels are turning for more bingeworthy intrigue coming from Netflix.

Cast

Variety reported that Season 2 will include an array of new actors, including Power Book II: Ghost‘s Berto Colon as an ex-Marine and current high-powered fixer named Solomon. Pitch Perfect‘s Brittany Snow will join the cast as Peter’s more experienced partner in the realm of Night Action. Louis Herthum will play Solomon’s high-rolling, globally powerful boss, Jacob Monroe. Arienne Mandi will portray a U.N. aid named Noor, whose top-secret access might not be used for on-the-job purposes, if you catch the drift. And Teddy Sears will pick up the role of a high-level subject of a Night Action investigation, Warren.

Returning cast members will include Gabriel Basso, of course. Also expect to see Luciane Buchanan return as Rose (who will be pursuing her tech dreams, from the looks of where her story left off) along with other familiar faces including Amanda Warren, Eve Harlow, Phoenix Raei, Enrique Murciano, D. B. Woodside, Hong Chau, Fola Evans-Akingbola, and Sarah Desjardins.

Release Date

The show was originally fast tracked before The Hollywood chaos began, and writers/actors went on hiatus. However, Netflix will want to get this show out as soon as possible, so we can probably bet on a 2024 release with production kicking into high gear.

Trailer

Nada, yet! Whenever a trailer materializes, we will be all over it.

Indie music has grown to include so much. It’s not just music that is released on independent labels, but speaks to an aesthetic that deviates from the norm and follows its own weirdo heart. It can come in the form of rock music, pop, or folk. In a sense, it says as much about the people that are drawn to it as it does about the people that make it.

Every week, Uproxx is rounding up the best new indie music from the past seven days. This week, we got new music from Waxahatchee, Faye Webster, MGMT, and more.

While we’re at it, sign up for our newsletter to get the best new indie music delivered directly to your inbox, every Monday.

Infant Island – Obsidian Wreath

Infant Island is the musical equivalent of two glasses of cold brew injected straight into your veins. The Fredericksburg, Virginia, group are one of screamo’s most exciting bands right now, and, while their knack for an adrenaline rush remains as effective as ever, Obsidian Wreath is their most dynamic work yet. Infant Island’s fourth album and first for Jeremy Bolm’s label, Secret Voice, shifts on a dime from the quiet, Greet Death-featuring “Kindling” to the brutal blast beats of opener “Another Cycle.” It’s only January, but Obsidian Wreath will certainly be a contender for one of the best heavy records of 2024.

Naliah Hunter – Lovegaze

Harpist and composer Naliah Hunter excels at building alluring atmospheres. Take a song like “000,” whose electronic drums trail off in a reverb-soaked haze while Hunter’s voice glides in and out of frame, or the centerpiece “Lovegaze,” in which her diaphanous harp arpeggios give way to a hypnotic, halftime groove. Lovegaze, Hunter’s debut album, abounds with moments like these, ones that leave a tangible impact despite their gentle constructions. Across 10 tracks, Lovegaze engulfs you in its mesmerizing world from start to finish.

Waxahatchee – “Right Back To It”

You wouldn’t think a songwriter as talented as Katie Crutchfield would wait so long to write her first love song, but she did. “Right Back To It,” the lead single from her forthcoming album, Tigers Blood, exudes the warmth and intimacy that her music as Waxahatchee always has, whether it’s the grittiness of 2013’s Cerulean Salt or the twang of 2020’s Saint Cloud. In-demand guitarist MJ Lenderman backs Crutchfield with his soothing timbre, conjuring the timelessly classic country duet, and Phil Cook provides a plucky, banjo-led backdrop. It’s a gorgeous introduction to a new era of Waxahatchee, one where the love songs ring as heartfelt and winsome as they ever could.

Jamie xx – “It’s So Good”

It has nearly been a decade since Jamie xx dropped his sole solo album, the electronic masterpiece In Colour. In the meantime, he has released occasional singles, like “Let’s Do It Again,” “Kill Dem,” and “Idontknow,” with no hints at another full-length. Fortunately, they’ve all been utterly incredible, as is the case with his latest offering, “It’s So Good.” Released in conjunction with the new Chanel Coco Crush campaign, “It’s So Good” pushes and pulls with its four-on-the-floor house beat and squeaky, metallic synths. Jamie xx knew what he was doing when he named this track; it really is so good.

The Smile – “Friend Of A Friend”

We are just over a week away from Wall Of Eyes, the sophomore album from The Smile. Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood seem perfectly content putting Radiohead on hold for the time being and dedicating their creative focus to this project instead. Alongside former Sons Of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner, the trio have shared the latest preview of their upcoming record, “Friend Of A Friend.” Its swaying, jazzy pulse evokes the uneasiness of “Pyramid Song” but without the proggy feel. Simply put, it’s wonderful to hear Yorke and Greenwood making music without the burden of a New Radiohead tag.

Rosali – “Rewind”

North Carolina has slowly become one of indie rock’s most prominent hotbeds, home to artists like Wednesday, Indigo De Souza, and Helado Negro, to name a few. Add Rosali to that burgeoning list, a recent Merge Records signee who’s on the cusp of releasing her new album, Bite Down. Rosali Middleman fuses alt-country and folk to create a style that feels equally twangy and gentle, as exemplified on lead single “Rewind.” It’s a gorgeous tune that underlines the beauty found within simplicity, how you’d be willing to relive the past as long as it leads you to present-day happiness. With backing musicians like David Nance and Destroyer’s Ted Bois (plus a glowing endorsement from Dan Bejar himself), Rosali is one of indie’s brightest rising stars.

Faye Webster – “Lego Ring”

On the surface, Faye Webster and Lil Yachty sound like an odd pairing. But then you dig deeper; there’s the Atlanta connection, they’ve been friends since they were both in middle school together, and their voices work remarkably well with each other’s. On “Lego Ring,” from Webster’s upcoming album, Underdressed At The Symphony, Yachty’s warbling, Auto-Tuned vocals evoke the unsteady tremolo of a Wurlitzer. He adds an otherworldly dreaminess to Webster’s equally gauzy strain of indie rock, one in which tragedy and comedy get equal billing. Since 2021’s I Know I’m Funny Haha, Webster has undergone a major breakthrough both in terms of her TikTok popularity (even surpassing Boygenius in monthly Spotify listeners) and indie stardom. Still, she doesn’t appeal to the masses on her new single. Instead, she digs her heels in and sings about Legos.

MGMT – “Nothing To Declare”

Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser are officially three for three. Every single leading up to next month’s Loss Of Life, the fifth album from MGMT, has been great, including its latest, “Nothing To Declare.” Its finger-picked, folky aura is a far cry from the synth-heavy Little Dark Age, but that’s no surprise given the psych-rock leanings of the previous two singles. “Nothing To Declare” shows that the duo is just as adept at cinematic indie-pop as they are at ‘60s-indebted esoterica.

Fat Dog – “All The Same”

When your first single is a shapeshifting, seven-minute epic, there’s no doubt that you’re taking a big risk. Nevertheless, Fat Dog put out the chameleonic post-punk opus, “King Of The Slugs,” last August, and that risk paid off handsomely. After accumulating hype opening up for Yard Act, Viagra Boys, and Shame, the UK duo’s following up on that excitement with “All The Same,” a dizzying, industrial synth-punk tune that condenses the aggression and grit outlined in “King Of The Slugs” into just a few minutes. Even with two songs to their name, these recent Domino signees are here to prove that they’re no flash in the pan.

Helado Negro – “Best For You And Me”

Phasor, the new album from Roberto Carlos Lange, is just a few weeks away now. But Lange has given us one more taste ahead of its release, the delightfully groovy “Best For You And Me.” Its woozy synths and laid-back percussion perfectly complement Lange’s soothing vocal delivery. Needless to say, Helado Negro’s latest single is nothing short of spellbinding.

Indie music has grown to include so much. It’s not just music that is released on independent labels, but speaks to an aesthetic that deviates from the norm and follows its own weirdo heart. It can come in the form of rock music, pop, or folk. In a sense, it says as much about the people that are drawn to it as it does about the people that make it.

Every week, Uproxx is rounding up the best new indie music from the past seven days. This week, we got new music from Waxahatchee, Faye Webster, MGMT, and more.

While we’re at it, sign up for our newsletter to get the best new indie music delivered directly to your inbox, every Monday.

Infant Island – Obsidian Wreath

Infant Island is the musical equivalent of two glasses of cold brew injected straight into your veins. The Fredericksburg, Virginia, group are one of screamo’s most exciting bands right now, and, while their knack for an adrenaline rush remains as effective as ever, Obsidian Wreath is their most dynamic work yet. Infant Island’s fourth album and first for Jeremy Bolm’s label, Secret Voice, shifts on a dime from the quiet, Greet Death-featuring “Kindling” to the brutal blast beats of opener “Another Cycle.” It’s only January, but Obsidian Wreath will certainly be a contender for one of the best heavy records of 2024.

Naliah Hunter – Lovegaze

Harpist and composer Naliah Hunter excels at building alluring atmospheres. Take a song like “000,” whose electronic drums trail off in a reverb-soaked haze while Hunter’s voice glides in and out of frame, or the centerpiece “Lovegaze,” in which her diaphanous harp arpeggios give way to a hypnotic, halftime groove. Lovegaze, Hunter’s debut album, abounds with moments like these, ones that leave a tangible impact despite their gentle constructions. Across 10 tracks, Lovegaze engulfs you in its mesmerizing world from start to finish.

Waxahatchee – “Right Back To It”

You wouldn’t think a songwriter as talented as Katie Crutchfield would wait so long to write her first love song, but she did. “Right Back To It,” the lead single from her forthcoming album, Tigers Blood, exudes the warmth and intimacy that her music as Waxahatchee always has, whether it’s the grittiness of 2013’s Cerulean Salt or the twang of 2020’s Saint Cloud. In-demand guitarist MJ Lenderman backs Crutchfield with his soothing timbre, conjuring the timelessly classic country duet, and Phil Cook provides a plucky, banjo-led backdrop. It’s a gorgeous introduction to a new era of Waxahatchee, one where the love songs ring as heartfelt and winsome as they ever could.

Jamie xx – “It’s So Good”

It has nearly been a decade since Jamie xx dropped his sole solo album, the electronic masterpiece In Colour. In the meantime, he has released occasional singles, like “Let’s Do It Again,” “Kill Dem,” and “Idontknow,” with no hints at another full-length. Fortunately, they’ve all been utterly incredible, as is the case with his latest offering, “It’s So Good.” Released in conjunction with the new Chanel Coco Crush campaign, “It’s So Good” pushes and pulls with its four-on-the-floor house beat and squeaky, metallic synths. Jamie xx knew what he was doing when he named this track; it really is so good.

The Smile – “Friend Of A Friend”

We are just over a week away from Wall Of Eyes, the sophomore album from The Smile. Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood seem perfectly content putting Radiohead on hold for the time being and dedicating their creative focus to this project instead. Alongside former Sons Of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner, the trio have shared the latest preview of their upcoming record, “Friend Of A Friend.” Its swaying, jazzy pulse evokes the uneasiness of “Pyramid Song” but without the proggy feel. Simply put, it’s wonderful to hear Yorke and Greenwood making music without the burden of a New Radiohead tag.

Rosali – “Rewind”

North Carolina has slowly become one of indie rock’s most prominent hotbeds, home to artists like Wednesday, Indigo De Souza, and Helado Negro, to name a few. Add Rosali to that burgeoning list, a recent Merge Records signee who’s on the cusp of releasing her new album, Bite Down. Rosali Middleman fuses alt-country and folk to create a style that feels equally twangy and gentle, as exemplified on lead single “Rewind.” It’s a gorgeous tune that underlines the beauty found within simplicity, how you’d be willing to relive the past as long as it leads you to present-day happiness. With backing musicians like David Nance and Destroyer’s Ted Bois (plus a glowing endorsement from Dan Bejar himself), Rosali is one of indie’s brightest rising stars.

Faye Webster – “Lego Ring”

On the surface, Faye Webster and Lil Yachty sound like an odd pairing. But then you dig deeper; there’s the Atlanta connection, they’ve been friends since they were both in middle school together, and their voices work remarkably well with each other’s. On “Lego Ring,” from Webster’s upcoming album, Underdressed At The Symphony, Yachty’s warbling, Auto-Tuned vocals evoke the unsteady tremolo of a Wurlitzer. He adds an otherworldly dreaminess to Webster’s equally gauzy strain of indie rock, one in which tragedy and comedy get equal billing. Since 2021’s I Know I’m Funny Haha, Webster has undergone a major breakthrough both in terms of her TikTok popularity (even surpassing Boygenius in monthly Spotify listeners) and indie stardom. Still, she doesn’t appeal to the masses on her new single. Instead, she digs her heels in and sings about Legos.

MGMT – “Nothing To Declare”

Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser are officially three for three. Every single leading up to next month’s Loss Of Life, the fifth album from MGMT, has been great, including its latest, “Nothing To Declare.” Its finger-picked, folky aura is a far cry from the synth-heavy Little Dark Age, but that’s no surprise given the psych-rock leanings of the previous two singles. “Nothing To Declare” shows that the duo is just as adept at cinematic indie-pop as they are at ‘60s-indebted esoterica.

Fat Dog – “All The Same”

When your first single is a shapeshifting, seven-minute epic, there’s no doubt that you’re taking a big risk. Nevertheless, Fat Dog put out the chameleonic post-punk opus, “King Of The Slugs,” last August, and that risk paid off handsomely. After accumulating hype opening up for Yard Act, Viagra Boys, and Shame, the UK duo’s following up on that excitement with “All The Same,” a dizzying, industrial synth-punk tune that condenses the aggression and grit outlined in “King Of The Slugs” into just a few minutes. Even with two songs to their name, these recent Domino signees are here to prove that they’re no flash in the pan.

Helado Negro – “Best For You And Me”

Phasor, the new album from Roberto Carlos Lange, is just a few weeks away now. But Lange has given us one more taste ahead of its release, the delightfully groovy “Best For You And Me.” Its woozy synths and laid-back percussion perfectly complement Lange’s soothing vocal delivery. Needless to say, Helado Negro’s latest single is nothing short of spellbinding.

After a 10-1 start to the season, looking to defend their NFC crown and get back to the Super Bowl, the Philadelphia Eagles fell apart to end the year, going 1-6 over their final seven games including a rather embarrassing 32-9 loss to the Buccaneers in Tampa on Monday night in the Wild Card round.

That loss and the way they finished their season figures to make the Eagles take a deep look at their roster to decide what changes they need to make. While there will be personnel and coaching decisions to be made this offseason, one decision has been taken out of their hands as All-Pro center Jason Kelce reportedly told his teammates he was retiring after 13 seasons in the NFL (all in Philly) in the locker room after the game, per Adam Schefter.

Kelce was drafted by the Eagles in 2011 and became a 6-time All-Pro and has a very strong case for ending up in Canton in the not so distant future. He was the leader of the offensive line that has been one of Philly’s strengths for years, and recently became rather famous for his work leading the nearly unstoppable Tush Push in front of Jalen Hurts.

Kelce has also become one of the most famous offensive lineman off the field, as he’s a rare lineman to break out into national endorsement deals and has his podcast with his brother Travis that has blown up over the past year. He will undoubtedly have plenty of opportunities in the media world now that his playing days are finished, so while he may not be playing anymore, one would expect to still see him plenty.

The Eagles now face a real challenge in replacing the best center in football, as a dropoff at that position is expected and the offense was already looking like it was on shaky footing in the back half of this season. That will be a difficult task that will be a top priority for a team with plenty of introspection ahead at other positions as well.

After a 10-1 start to the season, looking to defend their NFC crown and get back to the Super Bowl, the Philadelphia Eagles fell apart to end the year, going 1-6 over their final seven games including a rather embarrassing 32-9 loss to the Buccaneers in Tampa on Monday night in the Wild Card round.

That loss and the way they finished their season figures to make the Eagles take a deep look at their roster to decide what changes they need to make. While there will be personnel and coaching decisions to be made this offseason, one decision has been taken out of their hands as All-Pro center Jason Kelce reportedly told his teammates he was retiring after 13 seasons in the NFL (all in Philly) in the locker room after the game, per Adam Schefter.

Kelce was drafted by the Eagles in 2011 and became a 6-time All-Pro and has a very strong case for ending up in Canton in the not so distant future. He was the leader of the offensive line that has been one of Philly’s strengths for years, and recently became rather famous for his work leading the nearly unstoppable Tush Push in front of Jalen Hurts.

Kelce has also become one of the most famous offensive lineman off the field, as he’s a rare lineman to break out into national endorsement deals and has his podcast with his brother Travis that has blown up over the past year. He will undoubtedly have plenty of opportunities in the media world now that his playing days are finished, so while he may not be playing anymore, one would expect to still see him plenty.

The Eagles now face a real challenge in replacing the best center in football, as a dropoff at that position is expected and the offense was already looking like it was on shaky footing in the back half of this season. That will be a difficult task that will be a top priority for a team with plenty of introspection ahead at other positions as well.

HBO’s Last Week Tonight with John Oliver took home two more Emmys on Sunday: Outstanding Scripted Variety Series and Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series. But host John Oliver’s moment of glory was interrupted by someone he’s covered many times on the show: Donald Trump.

During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Oliver was informed that Trump won the Iowa caucus in a landslide victory. “Thanks very much for taking this magical moment and reminding me that joy is ephemeral, pain is forever. I’m glad I heard it first on ET,” he said. With a heavy dose of sarcasm, Oliver added, “Congratulations to Donald. This is gonna be a fun year.”

Before Oliver gets to work covering the upcoming 2024 election, he’s thrilled to celebrate his eighth-straight Emmy win, a fact he called “ridiculous… It’s weird every time. It never feels less strange to be standing on that stage, looking out at Jon Hamm holding a shiny object.”

Oliver also literally dropped the mic, which you can watch above.

Last Week Tonight has won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series eight years in a row. “I want to thank everyone at the show, especially John [Oliver], Tim [Carvell], and Liz [Stanton] for how much they backed us up during the writers strike,” writer Sofia Manfredi said while accepting the award. “They supported us all, even though a third of us are annoying.”

You can find the full list of Emmy winners here.

(Via Entertainment Tonight)

Dua Lipa recently appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone, where she dished a bit more about what fans can expect from her upcoming third album. While she hasn’t revealed the title, she did drop the lead single, “Houdini,” a few months back — and is continuing to build anticipation.

Here’s everything we know so far.

Is Dua Lipa Releasing A New Album In 2024?

Dua Lipa will likely be dropping her new album sometime in 2024. “This record feels a bit more raw,” she told the publication. “I want to capture the essence of youth and freedom and having fun and just letting things happen, whether it’s good or bad. You can’t change it. You just have to roll with the punches of whatever’s happening in your life.”

When Will Dua Lipa’s New Album Come Out?

There is no exact release date for Dua Lipa’s new album yet.

Does Dua Lipa’s New Album Have A Tracklist?

Dua Lipa’s new album does not have a tracklist yet.

Did Dua Lipa Release A Single For Her New Album?

Lipa released the single “Houdini” from her new album back in November, along with a music video for it.

Will Dua Lipa’s New Album Have Features?

Right now, it’s unclear if her album will have any features. However, during an appearance on The Tonight Show, she did discuss some people she made the album with — even if they’re not full features. “With this new record, I made it with my friends Kevin Parker [of Tame Impala], Tobias Jesso Jr., Danny Harle, and Caroline Ailin, and it was kind of made like a band,” Lipa said.

What Is The Album Cover For Dua Lipa’s New Album?

The album cover has yet to be released.

Will Dua Lipa Go On Tour For Her New Album?

Considering Lipa ended her Future Nostalgia tour in 2022, and took some time to rest since then, it’s possible she could be heading back to the stage after the new album drops. However, no tour dates have been confirmed.

Dua Lipa is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Last year, “That’s How We Ballin” rapper Snoop Dogg nearly knocked Earth off its axis when he announced he would give up smoke.

For days, the shocking revelation was all folks could talk about. Several musicians, including Meek Mill and Uproxx cover star Coi Leray, vowed to give up weed to follow in his footsteps. However, Snoop wasn’t talking up kicking his love for marijuana. Snoop was simply lending his likeness to the company Solo Stove for their “Give Up Smoke” advertisement. Still, the idea of Snoop no longer enjoying a fat blunt quickly helped the campaign go viral.

However, according to The Daily, despite the ad’s virality, the company saw no “substantial revenue increase.” The outlet revealed that, as a result, Solo Brands announced a significant leadership change. As of January 15, the CEO behind the ad, John Merris, is out and Christopher Metz is in as the company’s new president, chief executive officer, and director of the board.

Interim CFO Andrea Tarbox shed light on the shake-up in a statement. “While our unique marketing campaigns raised brand awareness of Solo Stove to an expanded and new audience of consumers, it did not lead to the sales lift that we had planned, which, combined with the increased marketing investments, negatively impacted our EBITDA,” she said. “We believe there is a significant opportunity for us to build awareness and that these new campaigns will expand our reach and benefit our brands over the long term.”

According to The Daily, the split was mutual.