She said, “I love watching him. I could watch him every day. I don’t know how to explain it. I feel like, I don’t know… I’m watching my most favorite being do his most favorite thing.”
Johnson also talked about his children Moses, 19, and Apple, 21, with ex-wife Gwyneth Paltrow.
“I love those kids like my life depends on it,” Johnson said. “With all my heart.”
The actress also said she was open to having kids. “If that’s meant to happen for me, I’m totally down for it,” she shared.
Years ago, Role Model dated Emma Chamberlain, but they split in 2023.
2025 was truly the best year in pop music we’ve had in a while! It seems like artists are simply locking back into what makes a true pop song and mastering that art. Narrowing this list down to simply 25 songs was quite the challenge, but we think this list is the best of the best throughout all facets of pop music! From Olivia Dean and Chappell Roan to Greyson Chance and so many more, let’s jump in!
Taylor Swift – ‘The Fate of Ophelia’
There is no way to talk about the great pop resurgence of 2025 without highlighting The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swift. For us, the entire album is full of examples of a true-to-form pop song, but we had to choose to highlight ‘The Fate of Ophelia’ due to it being inescapable since its release. This song is pure ear candy, and will get stuck in your head for hours even after just hearing a few seconds.
Olivia Dean – ‘Man I Need’
Olivia Dean is taking the pop music world by storm with ‘Man I Need,’ and to us that makes perfect sense. In anyone else’s discography, ‘Man I Need’ would be an easy career highlight, and yet, it’s one of many songs on Olivia’s most recent album, The Art of Loving, that blew us away upon the first listen and could have easily taken this spot.
Sabrina Carpenter – ‘House Tour’
Man’s Best Friend is stacked top to bottom with pop gold, but after listening back through the album, ‘House Tour’ had to be our choice! Everything from that infectious chorus to the “my house is on pretty girl avenue” line made this one of those songs that will soundtrack nights out for us through the foreseeable future.
Jonas Brothers – ‘Love Me To Heaven’
The Jonas Brothers have been experts at the pop music game since Nick first uttered the words ‘red dress’ back in 2008, so it’s no surprise to us that they are only getting better and better 17 years later. Their newest record, Greetings From Your Hometown, had an obvious stand-out to us the first time we listened, and that was ‘Love Me To Heaven.’
Audrey Hobert – ‘Phoebe’
Who’s The Clown?by Audrey Hobert was truly on an endless loop here at THP! Upon first listen, it was automatically clear that we were witnessing the artistic birth of someone who had a crystal clear understanding of how to bring themselves through in the music, be specific while staying relatable, and develop a sound that was particularly hers. We could have easily put any song from the album here, but ‘Phoebe’ is a forever favorite of ours!
Greyson Chance – ‘Waiting Outside The Lines ‘25’
No, we are not trying to transport you back to 2011, but there is so much beauty in taking a certified nostalgia-packed hit and reimagining it with years of life lived and heightened vocal ability to back it up. We can’t help but have a permanent smile on our face listening to this track and diving into Greyson’s current catalog (which everyone should do themselves the favor of doing)!
Jensen McRae – ‘Novelty’
If you asked us what album impacted us the most this year, one of the easiest answers would be I Don’t Know How But They Found Me!Anyone who has dived into Jensen’s discography knows what a savant she is. Her relationship to her pen is one of one, and this album may be the best example of that in her discography so far. ‘Novelty’ is the song that immediately jumps out at us as a must-listen.
Lady Gaga – ‘How Bad Do U Want Me’
Lady Gaga is synonymous with pop music at this point. She has always had the skill on lock, and in many ways, has influenced so much of what the modern genre looks like. MAYHEM was a true return to form for Lady Gaga, and showed that her knowledge and talent with the pop music world has never faltered. ‘How Bad Do U Want Me’ is an instant smash and is still on repeat.
5 Seconds of Summer – ‘NOT OK’
We will forever preach our love for 5 Seconds of Summer and how they get better with every release! (If you didn’t know, this band is literally why THP exists!) EVERYONE’S A STARcame out just over a month ago and is the band’s most ambitious, larger-than-life project yet. But of course, every element was nailed perfectly. Each of the guys has so many standout moments, but there are even more moments when it is so clear why they continue to make music together: everything flows seamlessly.
Sadie Jean – ‘She’s Dating My Boyfriend’
Sadie Jean is the exact singer-songwriter your playlist is in need of, and we had to highlight a track off her debut album, Early Twenties Torture! Every song on this record feels like Sadie had a insider’s look at our deepest thoughts and struggles, was able to turn them poetic, and then put them to music. That skill of relatability is rare. ‘She’s Dating My Boyfriend’ is our favorite example of that peek inside our minds.
Laufey – ‘Lover Girl’
Laufey has seamlessly blended the worlds of pop and jazz music and made a fusion that leaves us regularly at a loss for words. A Matter of Time is Laufey’s most recent album. And upon our first listen, it was clear that this is a generational album, one of those records where anyone who gives it a chance will fall in love with it. ‘Lover Girl’ is our favorite song off the record, so we had to highlight it!
Amber Mark – ‘Let Me Love You’
Amber Mark is the pop star you’ve been looking to add to your playlists! If you’re a fan of artists like Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Dean, Amber’s album, Pretty Idea, and specifically our favorite track, ‘Let Me Love You,’ is going to be right up your alley! We are predicting that 2026 is going to be a huge year for Amber! And with music of this quality, it makes complete sense!
Justin Bieber – ‘Yukon’
‘Yukon’ was one of our most-streamed songs of the year; it’s that serious to us! SWAG, for us, felt like Justin coming back into his own, making the music that feels true to form. With ‘Yukon,’ that infectious chorus we’ve come to know and love from Justin Bieber is the shining star, which definitely adds to why we are constantly playing this track on a loop.
Lydia Night – ‘The Bomb’
You may know Lydia Night from her time with the band The Regrettes, but trust us when we say she has turned into a full-blown solo pop star. Lydia released her debut album, Parody of Pleasure, back in August, and all thirteen songs are expertly crafted! ‘The Bomb’ has been a standout since we first dove into this album. The song is playful and reminiscent of early 2000s pop.
Role Model – ‘Sally, When The Wine Runs Out’
Obviously, ‘Sally, When The Wine Runs Out’ has taken the world by storm this year, so there was no way we weren’t going to give Role Model his flowers. We haven’t heard a chorus quite as infectious as ‘Sally, When The Wine Runs Out’ in quite a long time. It’s impossible not be in an instant good mood when it hits.
Myles Smith – ‘Stay (If You Wanna Dance)’
If you were as obsessed with Myles Smith’s ‘Stargazing’ as we were, then ‘Stay (If You Wanna Dance)’ is the perfect addition to your playlists! Myles is someone who you continue to find new things about his artistry to dig into with each listen.
Zara Larsson is a pop star in the truest sense of the word. Her entire album, Midnight Sun, is a pop masterclass, in which she’s the only person equipped to teach. When we first heard the title track ‘Midnight Sun,’ we knew that this was a whole new ball game in terms of pop music, and that we would take every opportunity to praise what Zara is doing with her artistry.
HAIM – ‘Relationships’
This song is pure ear candy and truly a discography highlight from one of our favorite trios! The chorus has serotonin woven into every line and lyric. And it makes us want to be out at night in the city with friends, dancing to every word. Their most recent album, i quit, is chock-full of tracks where you will see these themes.
Conan Gray – ‘Vodka Cranberry’
Conan Gray was born to make the exact music he’s making right now. He releases such infectious pop tracks with lyrics that both feel true to self for Conan and still connect deeply with his audience. ‘Vodka Cranberry’ blew up this year, and to us, it only makes perfect sense. This is a solidified hit.
Tate McRae – ‘Sports Car’
If you didn’t know, Tate McRae is a name that we have been screaming from the rooftops since we got to interview her years ago (which you can read here!). Tate blends musicality with dance seamlessly to draw people into who she is as a musician. ‘Sports Car’ and its visual components showcase exactly why Tate has quickly become a household name.
Avery Cochrane – ‘Shapeshifting On A Saturday Night’
Hailing from Seattle, Avery Cohrane is bound to be the name you can’t escape this next year in pop music! This year, she released her track, ‘Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night,’ and blew us away with the established pop sound she was crafting. If you’re a fan of artists like Chappell Roan or Olivia Rodrigo, we think you will love Avery!
Addison Rae – ‘Headphones On’
It’s no secret that Addison Rae has had a massive year. From the success of ‘Diet Pepsi’ and her tour to her debut album, Addison, everything about her career so far has been the beginning of a pop star who will be talked about and celebrated for years to come. For Addison, pop is a true work of performance art, following in the footsteps of the likes of Britney Spears. ‘Headphones On’ off her debut album summarizes everything we love most about Addison as an artist.
Reneé Rapp – ‘I Think I Like You Better When You’re Gone’
We yell the chorus to ‘I Think I Like You Better When You’re Gone’ at truly astronomical levels. Everything about this track resonates with us. Something that Reneé Rapp never fails to do is draw the listener in and weave her story in a way that feels relatable to others. On top of the lyrical content of the song, Reneé’s vocals are otherworldly here.
Demi Lovato – ‘Joshua Tree’
The 2025 version of Demi Lovato is the only artist who could craft an album like It’s Not That Deep. This record is a amalgamation of someone who has gone through it all. Someone who has experienced hardships and heartache and is in the complete opposite space now. And a lot of it is backtracked with songs you want to be in the club dancing to. That’s the duality of pop and of Demi, and it’s beautiful. To us, ‘Joshua Tree’ best represents the album as a whole.
Chappell Roan – ‘The Subway’
Ending our best 2025 pop songs with one that is still inescapable like ‘The Subway’ only felt right. Chappell Roan is a once-in-a-lifetime artist. She creates with such intention and really takes her time with each project, which comes through in the music. ‘The Subway’ will be looked at years from now as one of the great songs of the decade.
We would love to hear from you! What is your favorite pop song of 2025? Is it something off the new Taylor Swift album? Maybe a Conan Gray song? Or an Olivia Dean song? Let us know by commenting below or by tweeting @TheHoneyPOP! We are also on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok!
The veteran cast member is the perfect host to get the season back on track with an episode full of throwback sketches and fun cameos. Photo: Will Heath/NBC
After a rocky premiere, Saturday Night Live needed to give us some reassurance that season 51 (and the newest permutation of the cast) wouldn’t be all duds. Enter Amy Poehler, a reliable (but not overused) choice to anchor a confident episode. No disrespect to Bad Bunny, who has his charms in this format, but he isn’t a sketch performer like Poehler. It’s only fitting that she host the show on the 50th anniversary of its first-ever episode.
Poehler isn’t here to promote a new movie or show. If anything, she’s here because of Good Hang with Amy Poehler, her podcast that took off earlier this year. “That’s right, I am a podcaster now, and if that’s not a recession indicator, I don’t know what is,” she joked self-deprecatingly during a short, pleasant monologue, reminiscing about her early days of watching SNL and picking a fight with AI “actress” Tilly Norwood. Poehler brought that warm energy to the whole episode, no matter the quality of the actual jokes.
I very much approve of the choice to give Poehler new characters to play, rather than reviving old sketches for nostalgia. (We got enough of that last year.) These are basically all new roles or twists on old types, taking advantage of Poehler’s skill at embodying strong, often spunky personalities. The intentionally old-fashioned Rudemans sketch is nothing to write home about — the general premise has been done to death — but she and Sarah Sherman in particular stand out as Ashley Padilla’s passive-aggressive mother and grandmother. “I’ll get the landline we randomly still have?” she says while answering the phone.
This was a fairly star-studded episode, starting with Tina Fey’s appearances in both the cold open and Weekend Update (joined by Seth Meyers). Poehler’s bratty Pam Bondi starts the episode off on a decent note, likening Amy Klobuchar’s name to a Pokémon during a Senate Judiciary Committee session, but it’s Fey’s impressively scary-looking Kristi Noem who draws the biggest laughs, mostly through references to killing her pet dog (“Dogs don’t just get shot. Heroes shoot them”). Low-hanging fruit? Probably. But it works.
Then Aubrey Plaza reunited with her Parks & Recreation co-star for theHunting Wives season two trailer, which amusingly plays on the show’s conservative lesbian contradictions. And Charli XCX showed up to silently dance around as the latest “Sally” in the first of Role Model’s summery, inoffensive performances. SNL can’t get by on cameos alone, but these enlivened a solid episode that bodes well for the show’s ability to turn out the same decent if unspectacular material this season.
Here are the highlights:
Sometimes realizing you’re in for a one-joke sketch actually makes it better, and that’s the case with this one. (It’s technically a parody of the medium Sylvia Browne, for those who remember — I stumbled upon a clip of hers on Instagram just the other day, and the similarities are striking.) Everything gets funnier when you realize Miss Lycus isn’t going to offer any deeper insight than “he’s dead” to her legions of desperate and grieving fans. But some of the twists are pretty funny, from the first “He drowned until he died” to “He drowned, but he’s still alive. What’s dead is your marriage.” Most of the audience doesn’t even seem to mind.
Poehler’s girlboss corporate manager insists on closing a big deal for the firm while nine months pregnant, switching rapidly between business mode and childbirth mode when her water breaks. Fun to see Ben Marshall as her doula, even if I’m not completely out of the habit of scanning the background for the other Please Don’t Destroy guys.
Colin Jost and Michael Che kept up their usual playfully antagonistic rapport this episode, with Che inserting Jost into the background of some famous Trump-Epstein footage using Sora. Sarah Sherman got some good material as concerned Long Island citizen Rhonda LaCenzo, worried about sharia law under likely incoming mayor Zohran Mamdani — or, rather, “shari-er lore,” in her accent — but the character is most amusing for her tics, like the bunched-up shoulders and constant offers for coffee. “Coffee, Che?”
Of course, the most notable segment is the Weekend Update Joke Off, where former long-tenured anchors Poehler, Fey, and Meyers joined Jost and Che to riff about the 13-pound baby born in Tennessee. Not all of the jokes are laugh-worthy, but it’s just great to watch this group hang out, especially with the various improvised buzzer noises. I wouldn’t have minded them trading off for the whole Update.
Possibly the best of the night? Poehler does typically good work as the mustachioed, hairy-armed attorney Lachlan Mulchburger, but the real beauty of this sketch is the steady escalation of the one-upmanship in the paid advertisement game, with different injury attorneys arguing they have the most combined experience. It really takes off with the clones reveal — five Billsons and five Liebermans — and reaches its apex at the conclusion with Yang’s appearance as Yggdrasil, the sacred tree, who had Zeus as a client.
Poehler gets mileage out of another one-joke premise, dressed up like your archetypal emo teenager but whining about very adult concerns like raising kids, taking care of aging parents, and a forgotten Etsy password. The brief transition to professional and back for a phone call (she’s the superintendent) is a highlight.
• “Two years ago, I was on the show, and you told me my brother was drowned but alive and thriving in Florida.”
• Good spokesman work from Andrew Dismukes in the ad for non-alcoholic beer that morphs into an ad for 96% ABV non-non-alcoholic beer.
• Jeremy Culhane also makes a good showing this week. I’m less convinced of Tommy Brennan so far.
• Gotta love the review from A.I. Scott, “the robot now doing reviews for The New York Times.”
• Apparently Jost’s family has been celebrating National German-American Day “ever since they hastily moved here in 1945.” The use of “hastily” singlehandedly made me laugh here.
• Grant and Alyssa, aka the couple you can’t believe are together, appear on Update to talk about cuffing season and Halloween. “I’ll be going as Sylvia Plath, because it’s the one day of the year that you can dress like a slut” is in contention for line of the night.
• YggDrasil: Injury Attorney, Time Is An Illusion, We Are Shadows.
• There are some funny moments in the theme songs masterclass ending sketch, particularly the first Severance rap and the later reversal with a somber instrumental version of the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air theme song. Bowen Yang’s corporal punishment-obsessed composer is more memorable than Poehler, and the sketch sputters to a close, but it gets the job done.
• Nice to see the photo of Diane Keaton pop up before goodnights. If you weren’t already aware, Ashley Padilla used to be Keaton’s assistant, so it must’ve been a tough day for her — and she did great work in this episode! Hopefully the show will continue slotting her into the roles that would’ve gone to Heidi Gardner and Ego Nwodim. She’s still only a featured player, but it feels like she’s on a different tier from the others.
Mattel, Inc. recently announced that Barbie is celebrating International Day of the Girl by introducing Team Barbie, a coalition of four powerful role models and professional rugby players from across the globe to encourage girls to own their confidence proudly. The brand is honouring these incredible athletes who recognize and harness their own power with one-of-a-kind dolls made in their likeness because Barbie knows if you can see it, you can be it.
Knowing how crucial sports can be in helping build communication skills, confidence, and teamwork, Barbie is committed to empowering the next generation to get their head in the game (and stay there) by sharing the powerful stories of this year’s role models:
Ilona Maher (US): Olympic medalist, social media star, and body positivity advocate challenging stereotypes by embracing the strength of femininity.
Ellie Kildunne (UK): Key member of England Rugby’s Red Roses team, World Champion, 2024 World Rugby Player of the Year and trailblazer in the rise in interest in women’s rugby.
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe (NZ): Two-time Olympic & World Champion, known for redefining the game with record-breaking performances.
Nassira Konde (France): Dynamic rugby star and Olympic medalist known for uplifting the next generation by embracing inclusion, skill, and fearless ambition.
“At Barbie, we believe that girls can be, and do, anything,” said Krista Berger, Senior Vice President of Barbie, Mattel, in a press release. “We’re committed to breaking down the barriers – from gender stereotypes to self-doubt – that hold girls back from realizing their limitless potential. By showcasing the stories of incredible role models whose confidence has fueled groundbreaking success, we’re showing girls that the future of sports, or wherever their passion takes them, is theirs to claim, with Team Barbie cheering them on.”
Hot summer nights, mid July, baby! Yes, that’s right. It’s the middle of the summer and we’re smack dab in the epicenter of a heat wave. No one can seem to shake the heat, not even the rain is helping.
And while I’m scurrying off to the beach somewhere, you may be gearing up for a cross-country road trip…or a rooftop bar somewhere in the city…or a night in with your friends. Regardless of everyone’s weekend plans, it’s imperative that we have a good playlist to listen to this weekend.
That’s where I come in! I round up all of the new music released this week and pick out a few great songs to put into a Weekend Playlist. That way, you don’t have to do all the work of searching through a bunch of new playlists in order to find the songs that are actually worth listening to.
This week is no different from the rest, another busy week trying to figure out which song will top the charts and compete with songs like “Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozey and “Please, Please, Please” by Sabrina Carpenter for Song of the Summer. With so many new songs out, it makes the odds even greater that you’ll find something you like.
So, without further ado, let’s get listening!
Wallows- “Bad Remake”
Fans have been asking for Wallows to release “Bad Remake” for years. Ever since the band was doing live sessions for their debut album, Nothing Happens, which just celebrated its five year anniversary. Now, as the band releases an exclusive vinyl for its anniversary, “Bad Remake” is officially out for the world to hear.
The song is the epitome of surf rock: dreamy, nostalgic, and equally catchy. It’s perfect for summer, sending you straight to the beaches of California. Something about the song sends you back to the 60’s, when The Beach Boys were ever-so-popular…but at the same time, “Bad Remake” is a sign that Wallows has always had their sound figured out, and it will always work.
Glass Animals- “Show Pony”
Glass Animals long-awaited album, I Love You So F***ing Much, is finally here alongside single “Show Pony.” The song itself is classic Glass Animals sound, the one that made us fall in love with hit song “Heat Waves.” However, “Show Pony” has the same makings of a banger that everyone will love.
It’s the tale of a relationship from start to finish. It’s blunt and almost heartbreaking, but is masked with a melodic beat and lead singer Dave Bayley’s unique vocals that make it an exciting beginning to an even better album.
MABEL- “Female Intuition”
A leading voice in R&B right now, MABEL can twist and turn her smooth vocals throughout any song and it sounds incredible. Her newest song, “Female Intuition” is the badass Destiny’s Child-esque renaissance we’ve all been yearning for. It’s empowering, sexy, and strong.
We certainly don’t have enough celebrated female R&B artists in the game right now…and MABEL knows how to push boundaries in the best way with her music. “Female Intuition” is just another reason she’s so iconic.
Madison Beer- “15 Minutes”
There are times where I’ve thought Madison Beer deserves the same hype that pop girls like Sabrina Carpenter are receiving. With “15 Minutes”, Beer brings the heat with a bouncy, entrancing pop song that oozes sex appeal in a dream-like melody. It’s different from what the rest are doing, and that’s a good thing.
Her vocals are as solid as ever with “15 Minutes” and it’s just another should-be hit for Beer.
ROLE MODEL- “Scumbag”
A fun loving track is exactly what we needed on this playlist. Thankfully, ROLE MODEL is here to deliver what he knows best: heartbreaking lyrics masked with upbeat melodies and ear-wormy hooks. “Scumbag” happily screams lyrics like “I’m a scumbag! But you stand by me” during its chorus.
It’s about seeing someone for who they really are, and loving them even if they suck a bit. We’ve all been there, ROLE MODEL is just being honest.
Neon Trees- “El Diablo”
A new era of Neon Trees is underway: one where the band is more raw and honest than ever, willing to bare it all to their listeners. With new album, Sink Your Teeth, written over the course of three years, a lot has changed for the band. Newest single, “El Diablo”, is high energy right off the bat with an essence of pop rock.
It’s perfect for a night out with your friends, pure fun the entire way through. “El Diablo” is a song that you may not have pinned to be written and performed by Neon Trees, but somehow their new sound works perfectly. It’s edgy, but not in a way that doesn’t work.
Gallant- “Fly On The Wall (Osaka Version)”
“Fly On The Wall” is an emotional and introspective track that gently washes over you as soon as you turn it on. With deep, soothing vocals, Gallant prepares for the release of his sophomore album, Zinc., where he stays true to himself as an artist. “Fly On The Wall” is a perfect beginning to the album, soft and building, reminiscent of an argument.
“It came together as an honest and visceral story I’d been trying to write for a long time,” says Gallant. “It’s focused on the lyrics. The chorus reminded me of saying something I regretted in the heat of themoment during an argument.”
