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The Cut @thecut.com · Apr 7

Introducing April/May Cut cover star ⭐ JENNA ORTEGA ⭐

Her performance in Wednesday, and now A24’s Death of a Unicorn, has positioned her as Hollywood’s Gen-Z sage. Read the profile by Phoebe Reilly now.  

Photos by Coni Tarallo  
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The Cut @thecut.com · 8h

Every week, The Cut’s ‘Sex Diaries’ column features a new sex-and-dating story from an anonymous city dweller. This week, a 29-year-old woman goes to a dating retreat to meet new people before inviting an adult performer friend on a trip to Paris.

The Influencer Cuddling With a German Adult Film Star

Every week, The Cut’s ‘Sex Diaries’ column features a new sex-and-dating story from an anonymous city dweller. This week, a 29-year-old woman goes to a dating retreat to meet new people before inviting an adult performer friend on a trip to Paris.

The Cut @thecut.com · 9h

The lawyer tasked with executing Trump’s vendettas against New York attorney general Letitia James and former FBI director James Comey has basically no criminal-law experience.

Who Is Lindsey Halligan, Trump’s Newest Yes-Woman?

The lawyer tasked with executing Trump’s vendettas against New York attorney general Letitia James and former FBI director James Comey has basically no criminal-law experience.

The Cut @thecut.com · 10h

We asked dinner guests what their favorite decade of life has been while celebrating our October cover star, Nia Long.

We Asked Dinner Guests, ‘What’s Your Favorite Decade?’

We asked dinner guests what their favorite decade of life has been while celebrating our October cover star, Nia Long.

The Cut @thecut.com · 10h

A data analysis by the Project 2025 Tracker shows that in just nine months, the Trump administration has already completed 48 percent of the goals outlined in the deeply unpopular far-right governing plan.

Trump Has Completed Nearly Half of Project 2025 Already

A data analysis by the Project 2025 Tracker shows that in just nine months, the Trump administration has already completed 48 percent of the goals outlined in the deeply unpopular far-right governing plan.

The Cut @thecut.com · 11h

The dancers, who belong to the American Guild of Musical Artists, are negotiating a new contract that they hope will better cover the rising costs of the city.

New York City Ballet Dancers Boycotted the Company’s Fall Gala

The dancers, who belong to the American Guild of Musical Artists, are negotiating a new contract that they hope will better cover the rising costs of the city.

The Cut @thecut.com · 12h

We’ve rounded up the best looks from celeb events this week. Included: Ciara, Molly Gordon, Maggie Rogers, and Teyana Taylor.

What Ciara, Molly Gordon, and Maggie Rogers Wore This Week

We’ve rounded up the best looks from celeb events this week. Included: Ciara, Molly Gordon, Maggie Rogers, and Teyana Taylor.

The Cut @thecut.com · 12h

If you have a packed social calendar of weddings, you’ll probably need an affordable wedding-guest dress. We’ve rounded up 21 cute ones that won’t break the bank.

21 Affordable Wedding-Guest Dresses That’ll Make You Want to RSVP

If you have a packed social calendar of weddings, you’ll probably need an affordable wedding-guest dress. We’ve rounded up 21 cute ones that won’t break the bank.

The Cut @thecut.com · 13h

Ben Stiller has a new line of 30-calorie sodas? Sure! We tried all three flavors: Root Beer, Shirley Temple, and Lemon Lime.

We Cracked Open Ben Stiller’s 30-Calorie Sodas

Ben Stiller has a new line of 30-calorie sodas? Sure! We tried all three flavors: Root Beer, Shirley Temple, and Lemon Lime.

The Cut @thecut.com · 13h

At the premiere of Victoria Beckham’s Netflix series, one of her children with husband David was absent: Brooklyn. His marriage with Nicola Peltz caused drama within the family, so have his connections to the girlfriends of his brothers. What’s up?

What’s With the Beckhams and Girlfriends?

At the premiere of Victoria Beckham’s Netflix series, one of her children with husband David was absent: Brooklyn. His marriage with Nicola Peltz caused drama within the family, so have his connections to the girlfriends of his brothers. What’s up?

The Cut @thecut.com · 13h

Our deals editor found the best sales online today, including Everlane tops, Olaplex, and picks from Nordstrom’s Fall Savings Event.

A Huge List of Sales: Frame Jeans and Glossier Staples

Our deals editor found the best sales online today, including Everlane tops, Olaplex, and picks from Nordstrom’s Fall Savings Event.

The Cut @thecut.com · 13h

Kris Jenner added a new twist to her “cunty little bob” this week with the help of celeb stylist Chris Appleton.

Kris Jenner Is a Platinum Blonde Now

Kris Jenner added a new twist to her “cunty little bob” this week with the help of celeb stylist Chris Appleton.

The Cut @thecut.com · 14h

‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star Wendy Osefo and her husband were arrested for felony insurance fraud after allegedly falsely reporting a home burglary.

‘Real Housewives’ Star Wendy Osefo Arrested for Fraud

‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star Wendy Osefo and her husband were arrested for felony insurance fraud after allegedly falsely reporting a home burglary.

The Cut @thecut.com · 14h

The Cut’s cover star, actor Nia Long, shares how her skin stayed hydrated during her full-day cover shoot.

Getting the Look: The Secret to Nia Long’s Glow

The Cut’s cover star, actor Nia Long, shares how her skin stayed hydrated during her full-day cover shoot.

The Cut @thecut.com · 15h

Nikki Igol, image archivist and co-founder of Manhattan’s new magazine collection Library180, has built a career sourcing inspiration for fashion’s greats.

The Fashion History You Can’t Find on the Internet

Nikki Igol, image archivist and co-founder of Manhattan’s new magazine collection Library180, has built a career sourcing inspiration for fashion’s greats.

The Cut @thecut.com · 16h

The series regular was reportedly escorted from the Paramount lot following an incident report detailing an alleged sexual assault.

Matlock Actor David Del Rio Fired After Sexual-Assault Allegations

The series regular was reportedly escorted from the Paramount lot following an incident report detailing an alleged sexual assault.

The Cut @thecut.com · 16h

A federal judge has dismissed Drake’s lawsuit against Universal Music Group, ruling that Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ was not defamation.

Drake Has Lost the ‘Not Like Us’ Beef … Again

A federal judge has dismissed Drake’s lawsuit against Universal Music Group, ruling that Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ was not defamation.

The Cut @thecut.com · 17h

The Cut Shop rounded up 26 of the best lip balms in a wide variety of textures, forms, and shapes. Whether you want a little pot with lots of pigment, a tube that imparts shine, or a stick made of only the cleanest ingredients, you’ll find it here.

26 Lip Balms We Can’t Stop Using

The Cut Shop rounded up 26 of the best lip balms in a wide variety of textures, forms, and shapes. Whether you want a little pot with lots of pigment, a tube that imparts shine, or a stick made of only the cleanest ingredients, you’ll find it here.

The Cut @thecut.com · 17h

The best shapewear of 2025 from brands including Skims, Spanx, Honeylove, and Commando. Shapewear that smooths, lifts, and sculpts for every body type and concern.

The Best Shapewear That Smooths, Lifts, and Sculpts

The best shapewear of 2025 from brands including Skims, Spanx, Honeylove, and Commando. Shapewear that smooths, lifts, and sculpts for every body type and concern.

The Cut @thecut.com · 18h

As ChatGPT worms its way into more people’s personal lives, couples are having to navigate what it means to juggle relationships with both a human and AI.

Am I Cheating on My Husband With ChatGPT?

As ChatGPT worms its way into more people’s personal lives, couples are having to navigate what it means to juggle relationships with both a human and AI.

The Cut @thecut.com · 20h

In 2020, Hinge introduced a controversial rose feature. Some women have learned how to free hot guys from ‘rose jail’ and get first dates.

The Controversial Hinge Hack Going Viral

In 2020, Hinge introduced a controversial rose feature. Some women have learned how to free hot guys from ‘rose jail’ and get first dates.

The Cut @thecut.com · 20h

Do you ever dream about running away? Grace Byron’s ‘Herculine’ and fiction by Torrey Peters and Mattie Lubchansky explore exit ramps from Trump’s America.

Have You Ever Fantasized About Running Away?

Do you ever dream about running away? Grace Byron’s ‘Herculine’ and fiction by Torrey Peters and Mattie Lubchansky explore exit ramps from Trump’s America.

The Cut @thecut.com · 20h

Mélanie Inglessis reveals how documentaries affect her work and the story behind Ortega’s bleached brows.

Jenna Ortega’s Makeup Artist is Inspired by Subcultures

Mélanie Inglessis reveals how documentaries affect her work and the story behind Ortega’s bleached brows.

The Cut @thecut.com · 20h

Everybody say, “Thank you, Gap!”

The Sandy Liang Collaboration You Actually Need

Everybody say, “Thank you, Gap!”

The Cut @thecut.com · 22h

Every weekday, the Cut’s astrology expert, Claire Comstock-Gay (aka Madame Clairevoyant) reads the horoscope for every zodiac sign.

Your Daily Horoscope by Madame Clairevoyant: October 10, 2025

Every weekday, the Cut’s astrology expert, Claire Comstock-Gay (aka Madame Clairevoyant) reads the horoscope for every zodiac sign.

The Cut @thecut.com · 1d

I’m of the belief that hot dogs can and should be enjoyed post-baseball season, and it looks like Paul Skenes agrees.

Baseball Players Really Do Love Hot Dogs

I’m of the belief that hot dogs can and should be enjoyed post-baseball season, and it looks like Paul Skenes agrees.