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Temptation Island Recap: Another Relationship Crumbles!

The couples appear to be dropping like flies on Temptation Island.  That’s sort of what happens when you go on a reality show that makes couples live apart in houses that have various singles.  The show went for a refreshing take to the second dates: The couples got the opportunity to choose which of the eligible singles they wanted to go on a date with. This was done well away from the prying eyes of their significant others.  Did this lead to jealous couples leaving the island with the fear that the dates went a little too well? Not a chance in hell.  Kaci was still not impressed by Evan’s antics. She wanted her boyfriend to realize that their relationship was worth salvaging, but she was not ruling out getting close to her date Justin.  Justin was easy on the eyes and had a no-nonsense approach to cheating. In short, he was the polar opposite of Evan.  “My date with Justin actually taught me a lot, and it just really opened my eyes that if Evan does blindside me at the end of this that I really need to move on and cut that out of my life,” Kaci admitted, adding: “It’s not what I deserve.” She had a point, but why did she need to come on TV to come to that conclusion?  Evan is an ass, and Kaci needs to cut him out of her life before leaving the island.  Then there was Nicole. Her guard was up during the date with Jack, and for most of her relationship with Karl.  “I’m realizing that Karl and I haven’t opened up as deeply as I thought in our relationship, and being able to open up and be vulnerable with somebody I just met — it’s a whole new perspective to me on our relationship and what I really need to be striving for,” she said in a confessional. Maybe she has a point, but does she have cause to drop Karl like a hot potato at this stage?  Probably not.  Elsewhere, Evan was all about trying to bury the hatchet with Morgan, and it seems like there’s actually some chemistry between them.  Spending more time together, they seemed to agree there could be something there if they worked on it.  “I did not think this was gonna happen like this,” Evan said in his confessional. “I’d be lying if I said I’m not going to explore whatever she’s got.” But the drama switched into high gear when Evan was shown the video of Kaci’s date, and her chatting about his status as a cheater.  “I’m not a cheater anymore, man, and that hurts,” Evan said as though he was about to burst out crying.  Maybe this show should be called Karma Island because something tells me Evan is going to be bawling the whole season when Kaci finds her upgrade.  Temptation Island continues Tuesdays on USA Network. View Slideshow: The Bachelor Recap: Serious and Somber in Singapore

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Siesta Key Recap: Juliette Flips OUT

Juliette and Alex have been screaming from the rooftops that their relationship is in good shape, but the cracks started to appear on Tuesday’s episode of Siesta Key.  From them bickering over what Juliette would be doing post-college to another big blowout argument while out their friends, we think it’s fair to say these two are not going to stand the test of time.  It all started because Alex said that Juliette’s dream to manage a Pure Barre was “not realistic.” Yes, relationships are built on communication, but Alex made sure to shoot down Juliette’s ambitions before they became a reality.  While on a night out with their friends, the couple’s argument exploded and it was in full view of their friends and the other patrons of the bar.  Juliette asked Alex to get her some red bull and pizza, and Alex’s ego started to get the best of him.  “You literally have it so good,” he said to a stunned Juliette before he started listing the things he does for her.  Yeah, Alex is still the most obnoxious personality on this show, and when Juliette pointed out that his parents are very rich, he flew off the handle.  “You are being a brat right now. You wanna walk through the things I’ve done for you today? Literally, I do everything for you,” he complained. “You need to stop pinning nice things you do for me on me like I owe you,” Juliette retorted. “We’re in a relationship. Why do you have to start tallying the nice things you do for me?” But then Alex stuck the knife in further by saying his girlfriend does absolutely “nothing” for him.  Yeah, that’s what happens when she drives all weekend from college to come to visit your sorry self, bruh.  Elsewhere, Chloe finally confronted Alex about the way everyone reacted to her bringing his ex, Cara, back into the fold.  “I just never thought I was going to be on the outs with so many people in this group,” Chloe admitted to Alex. “These are all my best friends since I was like, 13/14 years old.” Alex tried to defend Juliette, but Chloe did not hold back about her feelings on the matter.  “Well I’m pissed at Juliette for everything she’s done to ME,” she claimed. “She was totally like…I’ve done nothing to you. Obviously, if Juliette’s not going to own up to any of it then I’m not going to own up to any of it.” Chloe went on to say that she was not trying to cause drama and that Cara was her friend.  Then, the conversation turned emotional when Chloe dragged Alex for what he told Juliette.  “You apparently decided to go and tell Juliette about how I used to be in love with you,” Chloe said while fighting back the tears.  “I just am feeling really betrayed that you would bring up some sensitive subject. You know how much it took me to come to that, so I don’t even know why you would use this against me.” They got into a heated debate, but Alex wanted to stop all of the arguing within the group.  “You guys need to start talking,” the rich kid said of Chloe’s plight to mend fences with Juliette. “You can talk to me all you want, but Juliette’s more sensitive than me, and you know that. There should be a way that we can all make this thing work,” he continued.  “It just seems like if you’re not pissing her off, she’s pissing you off. Here’s the bottom line: I’m putting together a trip to Miami for Juliette.” “If you want to go — you need to make things right with Juliette. If you don’t, then you can’t come to Miami. That’s the way it’s going to be.” Okay, what are your thoughts on the latest action? Hit the comments below.  Siesta Key airs Tuesdays on MTV.  View Slideshow: The Bachelor Recap: Serious and Somber in Singapore

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Michael Jackson: Child Abuse Documentary Amounts to "Public Lynching," Family Claims

Earlier this month, millions of viewers were stunned by the Lifetime docuseries Surviving R. Kelly — which focused on the decades of sexual assault allegations against the singer. Now, it seems Michael Jackson is receiving the same treatment, via a four-hour documentary that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival Friday night. The film, Leaving Neverland , focuses on the stories of two of Jackson’s accusers, Wade Robson and James Safechuck. As the doc has yet to secure a distributor and a wide release, it has thus only been seen by a select group of festival attendees. But if their reactions are any indication, Leaving Neverland may contain another scathing new information for the King of Pop to be forever stripped of his crown. “It only takes about two minutes into the four-hour documentary Leaving Neverland to realize that Michael Jackson’s legacy is never going to be the same again,” wrote Benjamin Lee in his review for The Guardian . “spoiler alert: Michael Jackson 100% sexually abused a lot of children,” tweeted IndieWire’s David Ehrlich. Shortly after the film’s release, Jackson’s estate issued a strongly-worded statement that was published in full on Rolling Stone ‘s website: According to Jackson’s reps, the film constitutes “the kind of tabloid character assassination Michael Jackson endured in life, and now in death.” The statement continues: “The film takes uncorroborated allegations that supposedly happened 20 years ago and treats them as fact.” Now, Jackson’s family is also hitting back with a statement that questions both the integrity and the intentions of the filmmakers. “The truth is on our side,” writes the family. “Go do your research about these opportunists. The facts don’t lie, people do.” The statement continues: “We are furious that the media, who without a shred of proof or single piece of physical evidence, chose to believe the word of two admitted liars over the word of hundreds of families and friends around the world who spent time with Michael, many at Neverland, and experienced his legendary kindness and global generosity. “We are proud of what Michael Jackson stands for. “People have always loved to go after Michael. “He was an easy target because he was unique. But Michael was subjected to a thorough investigation which included a surprise raid of Neverland and other properties as well as a jury trial where Michael was found to be COMPLETELY INNOCENT.  “Michael Jackson was and always will be 100% innocent of these false allegations.” The Jackson family’s statement can be read in its entirety here . Sexual assault allegations followed Jackson throughout his career, but none of the many accusers were able to help secure a conviction. The Jacksons have decried the film as a “public lynching” of a man who is no longer here to defend himself, while others feel that Leaving Neverland might finally provide a modicum of justice and peace of mind to the singer’s victims. Many are concerned about the effect the film might have on Jackson’s children, particularly his troubled daughter Paris, who reportedly refuses to watch the documentary. We’ll have further updates on this developing story as more information becomes available. View Slideshow: Michael Jackson Accused of Grotesque Child Abuse in New Documentary

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