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The Harry Potter movie franchise might have cast a spell on millions with its magic spells, magical beasts, and Hogwarts escapades, but not all of its actors led such clean lives in real life.

Now, as HBO officially reboots the Harry Potter franchise over a decade after The Deathly Hallows: Part 2, a new cast has been confirmed. Heavyweights such as John Lithgow (Albus Dumbledore), Janet McTeer (Minerva McGonagall), and Paapa Essiedu (Severus Snape) are joining the ensemble to bring new life to the wizarding world.

But whereas the newer crop of actors has large footsteps to follow in, they are also stepping into a legacy fraught with more than a little bit of magic — and a rather healthy dose of scandals that even Slytherin would be loath to share.

During the peak fame of the original cast, Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint were both said to have been snapped smoking pot at parties. Although never formally confirmed, even the rumors sent waves through the fan base, revealing the most human aspect of the beloved three as they matured from children in the public eye to young adults.

But the most spectacular tumble from grace was Jamie Waylett, who portrayed Vincent Crabbe, one of Draco Malfoy’s faithful sidekicks. From 2001 to 2009, Waylett was seen in six Harry Potter movies before his life turned much darker.

In April 2009, Waylett was stopped by police, who found a knife and eight bags of cannabis in his vehicle. Matters were further complicated when a search of his home turned up that he was growing marijuana plants worth an estimated £2,000. Waylett was subsequently removed from the franchise and did not reappear in the last two movies.

Two years afterward, in 2011, Waylett hit the headlines again — but this time for taking part in the London riots. He was seen on television with a Molotov cocktail and stealing, and was convicted of violent disorder and given a two-year prison term.

But Waylett’s not alone among those whose post-Potter career moves raised an eyebrow or two. Down the years, there have been several supporting players who caused a tabloid tizzy. From rumors of bare-bodied Playboy shoots to unproven accounts of actors joining such sites as OnlyFans, some of these past Hogwarts pupils have private lives anything but G-rated.

In spite of their off-screen diversions, most of the original cast members have continued to enjoy successful careers or slipped quietly out of the spotlight. Nevertheless, the contrast between their enchanting on-screen characters and their occasionally troubled real lives provides another level of fascination to the Potter legacy.

As HBO’s reboot readies a new generation of wizards and witches, it isn’t only the magic incantations or sorting hats the new cast will be measured against — it’s the legacy of a franchise that’s saturated in both cinematic history and news-grabbing scandal.

Whether the next generation can keep their wands clean or stir up fresh drama remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: in the Harry Potter universe, real-life scandal might just be the darkest magic of all.

OnlyFans sensation Bonnie Blue caused quite the stir at Coachella — and not just because of her outfit.

The 25-year-old adult star made a bold appearance at the exclusive Nylon House party last weekend in Palm Springs, where she joined a star-studded guest list including Dove Cameron, Olivia Holt, Karrueche Tran, White Lotus actress Tayme Thapthimthong, and Vanderpump Rules alum Ariana Madix.

While Bonnie looked overjoyed to be mingling with A-listers, at least one major beauty brand associated with the event wasn’t nearly as thrilled. According to DailyMail.com, the brand was “furious” after learning that the porn star — best known for breaking the world sex record — had attended the same party as their celebrity collaborators.

The company, which has worked with several household names, feared that Bonnie’s presence could tarnish their image and generate unwanted press. However, a source close to the event confirmed that Bonnie was officially on the guest list and appeared to be warmly received by fellow attendees.

It’s unclear how Bonnie snagged the invite, though insiders speculate that event organizers may have mistaken her for a typical influencer due to her large social media following, rather than recognizing her as the woman who slept with over 1,000 men in 12 hours for an OnlyFans stunt.

Despite the backlash, Bonnie stood out at the event in a barely-there mini-dress and cowgirl boots, posing confidently among the who’s who of Coachella weekend.

Her presence was part of a bigger shift: Bonnie has been pushing into the mainstream, landing a five-figure endorsement deal with tech company Air earlier this year. The brand leaned into her controversial reputation with a tongue-in-cheek campaign that referenced her record-breaking orgy — and the ad quickly racked up millions of views on Instagram.

Not everyone was impressed. Critics in the tech and marketing communities voiced their concerns on LinkedIn, with one user commenting, “Absolutely zero interest in anyone that uses this woman to market their brand.” Others, however, applauded the risk.

“You can knock her all you want, but at the end of the day, she works her a off — and she’s laughing all the way to the bank,”** said Ariel Rubin, Air’s head of creative. “Bonnie was a dream to work with… she was one of the kindest, most self-effacing, funny and ego-less people I’ve worked with.”

Bonnie first made headlines earlier this year after bedding 1,057 men in 12 hours — breaking a controversial world record — and has since hinted at her next big goal: 2,000 men in 24 hours.

She’s also faced criticism for filming sexual encounters with high school graduates during Spring Break, content that’s gone viral on her OnlyFans.

As for Coachella, one thing’s clear: Bonnie Blue didn’t just crash the party — she dominated the headlines. Whether brands like it or not, she continues to walk the line between scandal and viral gold.

Former FDNY firefighter-turned-OnlyFans model Michael Pena was thrown behind bars Thursday in a stunning courtroom twist, following a fatal drunk-driving crash that killed 23-year-old airport worker Justin Diaz earlier this year.

The dramatic moment unfolded in Queens Supreme Court, where over 50 members of Diaz’s family and supporters packed the gallery. When Pena’s bail was revoked, cheers erupted and someone even shouted, “Put the cuffs on him!”

Michael Pena, 28, who once moonlighted as a hunky OnlyFans model under the handle “I’m Mike LV”, is now facing a 14-count indictment, including manslaughter charges, stemming from the February 26 collision.

According to prosecutors, Pena was driving his silver Mercedes S63 Coupe at a shocking 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, when he sped through a red light and T-boned Diaz’s BMW at around 4 a.m. Surveillance footage and dashcam videos captured the horrifying impact.

Authorities revealed that Pena had been bar-hopping for hours before the crash and had alcohol, cocaine, and marijuana in his system. His blood-alcohol level remained well above the legal limit even five hours after the crash.
“I ran the light. I hit him. I’m a firefighter,” Pena allegedly admitted to police at the scene.

Dressed sharply in a charcoal suit, crisp white shirt, and gold tie, Pena appeared stunned as the judge ordered him into custody. Previously out on a $50,000 cash bail (or $100,000 bond), prosecutors argued successfully that Pena was now a flight risk, facing up to 15 years in prison if convicted.

His defense attorney, Marvin Kornberg, pleaded for leniency, arguing,
“He has ties to the community… There is absolutely no need to change the bail.”

But Judge Michael Hartofilis sided with the prosecution, citing the severity of the crime. The decision was met with emotional applause from Diaz’s family, who said Pena had shown “no regard for human life.”

“This was a heinous crime,” said Franklin Diaz Jr., the victim’s older brother. “He tried to use his firefighter status to lessen what he did to my brother.”

Michael Pena’s troubled history includes multiple prior arrests across Queens, Nassau County, and New Jersey, including for flashing a phony ID, as well as 25 traffic violations, primarily for speeding between 2023 and early 2025.

Pena’s OnlyFans account had built a notable following, where he frequently posted shirtless selfies, flexing his toned physique and teasing “private content” for an extra fee.
“Feelin real fresh got some new content for y’all; message me to unlock the goods,” he wrote on social media in mid-2023.

Tragically, Justin Diaz, the victim of the crash, had recently graduated from college with a degree in aeronautics and was on his way to work at LaGuardia Airport when his life was cut short.

For Diaz’s grieving family, Pena’s flashy OnlyFans fame and firefighter title were no shield against justice.

“He lost his job,” Franklin Diaz Jr. said. “Now he’s going to lose his freedom, too.”

Former prison guard Alicia Davis has traded in her handcuffs for a new kind of freedom — and a booming OnlyFans career.

The 32-year-old from Australia’s Gold Coast recently revealed she left behind her job as a correctional officer to pursue full-time work on the adult platform. Speaking with The New York Post, Davis explained that while she was making around $61,000 AUD annually as a prison guard, the emotional toll — and the constant attention from inmates — ultimately pushed her to seek a new life.

“I had to constantly reject them,” Davis said about the inmates. “They’d comment on my appearance, saying: ‘You look really good today,’ or noticing the finer details about my look.”
While Davis admitted she appreciated the compliments, she made it clear that maintaining professional boundaries was critical. “It was so important for me to tell them that these sorts of comments aren’t appropriate.”

Prison life was restrictive beyond the obvious. Inmates’ partners would often glare at her during visits, and policies forbade makeup, jewellery, and even any real personal style.
“Some of the wives used to come in and just stare me down,” Davis recalled. “I don’t know  what their husbands said to them about me, but I didn’t react to the comments or stares.”

Even after some inmates were released, Davis said a few attempted to track her down on Instagram, hoping to connect — advances she firmly rejected.

Beyond the uncomfortable attention, the job itself was emotionally draining.
“The prison job tied me down,” she shared. “I wasn’t allowed to be myself — no makeup, no nails, no personality in my wardrobe. It was exhausting.”

By February 2022, Davis decided she had enough. She quit her job and launched her career on OnlyFans, a decision that has since transformed her life. While she previously earned a stable income, Davis now reports making more than $371,000 AUD annually — a massive leap that has given her true autonomy over her career and image.

“My new career gives me the freedom to work in my own time and be myself with no restrictions,” Davis said. “I can wear what I want and flirt with whoever I want without the fear of being punished.”

Now, Davis controls her own schedule, her personal expression, and her financial future — a far cry from the rigid rules and emotional labour she left behind.

Her story is part of a growing trend of individuals leaving traditional careers for opportunities on platforms like OnlyFans, proving that for some, personal freedom — and financial success — can be just a click away.

A 20-year-old Ukrainian OnlyFans model, Maria Kovalchuk, who was found with horrific injuries on the side of a road in Dubai after being missing for over a week, is now expected to survive, though questions about what really happened to her continue to swirl.

Maria had vanished on March 9, after telling friends she had been invited to a party at a hotel with two men claiming to be modelling agents. She was last heard from that day, and missed her scheduled flight to Thailand on March 11, prompting concern from family and friends, who reported her missing.

Then, on March 19, Maria was found battered, bloodied, and dumped at a roadside in Dubai, suffering from broken limbs, a shattered spine, and other life-threatening injuries. She was rushed to the hospital, where she underwent four separate surgeries in an effort to save her life.

Her mother Anna, who flew in from Norway to be by her daughter’s side, confirmed that Maria is now in stable condition and expected to recover.
“She is getting medical treatment and everything will be all right,” she told reporters.

Authorities in Dubai said that the adult content creator entered a restricted construction site alone and fell from a height, resulting in her injuries.
A police statement added that Maria was now “hospitalised, receiving medical care with her family present,” and that the investigation was ongoing.

But Maria’s family appears deeply sceptical of the official explanation. Russian outlet Shot reported that they believe the story of her falling at a construction site may be fabricated. When asked about these claims, her mother said, “I cannot comment because of the investigation.”

Maria’s disappearance has raised several red flags. Prior to vanishing, she told her mother she would be staying overnight with two men who claimed to work in the modelling industry — and who had invited her to a high-end party. That same night, she disappeared without a trace, with no phone, documents, or personal belongings found on her.

Maria’s friend, Angelina Doroshenkova, a Russian model who had also been invited to the same March 9 event, said she opted to return to Russia instead.
“We all hope for the best and are very grateful to everyone who took part in the search and helped with information,” she shared.

Russian news outlet VChK-OGPU reported that Maria had appeared to be in a state of “incomprehensible hysterics” shortly before she vanished, though what exactly occurred in the hours leading up to her injuries remains unclear.

Maria was ultimately located in a Dubai hospital, seriously wounded, and without any way to communicate. Her mother revealed she was unable to speak and in extremely fragile condition when first found.

As Maria begins her long road to recovery, her family — and the wider modelling and influencer community — are left searching for answers about what really happened to the young woman in the days between March 9 and 19.

Malaysian model, DJ, and actress Ms Puiyi — real name Siew Pui Yi — has officially wiped her entire OnlyFans library, putting an end to all traces of her past adult content on the platform.

In a video shared to her Instagram on April 24, the social media star announced that she had removed every piece of content previously available on her OnlyFans page — including voice notes, texts, livestreams, photos, and videos.
“There will be no more chances for anyone to track back the past content,” Siew said, as she showed a screen recording of her now-blank page.

The move comes more than a year after Siew first announced her departure from the adult content scene in December 2022, just one year into her career as a DJ. After stepping away from OnlyFans, she shifted her focus toward film and music, even appearing in the trailer for the Malaysian horror movie Pulau.

During her hiatus from the platform, Siew performed as a DJ across Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Australia, building a new chapter in her public persona. But in September 2023, she made a quiet return to OnlyFans — this time with SFW (safe-for-work) content that was a far cry from her earlier, more explicit material.

Though some fans had eagerly anticipated her comeback, her focus had clearly shifted. In a post on her OnlyFans broadcast channel, Siew addressed the change in direction:
“There are a lot of fans asking me if there are any platforms where I can talk to my fans instead of just through posts or something. There’s one,” she explained.
“It’s SFW and it’s free. I will be able to talk to you guys daily there.”

Her decision to completely erase her previous content appears to be part of a larger rebranding, one that aligns with her growing career across multiple industries.

With over 26.3 million Instagram followers, Siew Pui Yi is one of Malaysia’s most followed public figures. Her bio highlights her achievements as an actress, MBA student, internationally touring DJ, and model featured in Penthouse and JFK magazines.

While some fans expressed nostalgia for her previous work, many others applauded the move as a powerful step toward evolution and personal growth.

Whatever comes next, Ms Puiyi seems fully committed to taking control of her narrative — and doing it on her own terms.

Is there trouble brewing in Selena Gomez’s inner circle?

According to viral reports making the rounds on social media, Selena Gomez has allegedly unfollowed her longtime friend and OnlyFans content creator, Theresa Marie, after discovering that her boyfriend, Benny Blanco, had been paying for Theresa’s adult content.

While the unfollow hasn’t been publicly confirmed by Gomez herself, internet sleuths were quick to notice the missing connection between the two on Instagram — a platform where Selena famously keeps her circle tight.

The alleged falling out didn’t happen in a vacuum either. Just days before the reported unfollow, Theresa Marie shared Instagram Stories where she was seen hanging out solo at Benny Blanco’s house and later having dinner alone with him. The posts were enough to spark serious speculation among fans — and reportedly enough to raise eyebrows for Selena, too.

The whispers began when screenshots and fan commentary suggested that Selena might have drawn a line not over her boyfriend’s actions, but over Theresa’s perceived betrayal — reigniting the age-old debate: Do you cut off the friend or the partner when both cross a boundary?

While neither Selena nor Benny has publicly addressed the OnlyFans allegations or the unfollowing, fans on platforms like ONTD and Twitter have been weighing in with fiery opinions.
“Would you unfollow or break up with your friend—but not your boyfriend-if they ever double-crossed you?” one thread asked.

As of now, Selena and Benny Blanco are still following each other on social media and appear to be going strong. Meanwhile, Theresa’s account remains active, and her followers have only grown amid the buzz.

This isn’t the first time Gomez’s friendships have made headlines. The star has famously had public fallouts and reconciliations with people in her circle, and she’s often been vocal about the importance of loyalty and emotional well-being in both friendships and relationships.

While nothing has been officially confirmed, the alleged drama underscores just how complicated things can get when fame, friendships, and OnlyFans collide.

Whether or not Selena addresses the situation, it’s clear fans are watching closely — and Instagram unfollows still speak louder than words.

Strictly Come Dancing finalist and Great British Bake Off winner John Whaite says Waitrose has effectively scrubbed him from their website — and he believes it may be tied to his recent return to OnlyFans.

In a candid Instagram video posted on April 24, the 35-year-old baker revealed that the supermarket giant removed all of his recipes from its platform shortly after he rejoined the adult content subscription site.

“It seems Waitrose have diverted all my recipe links to similar recipes by other people – my work history with them ostensibly expunged,” Whaite said, visibly disappointed.
“My catalogue of YouTube videos with them has also disappeared. It’s like I never existed. No one at Waitrose informed me or told me why… I can only guess that it’s because I do OnlyFans.”

Whaite, who first rose to fame after winning The Great British Bake Off in 2012, had previously contributed his own page of curated recipes to Waitrose’s website. That page now redirects to a generic “Guest Recipes” section featuring other chefs — with no trace of Whaite’s work.

“Look, I get my OF work doesn’t align with their brand, and I would have accepted that had they treated me with an ounce of human respect,” he added.
“But to wipe out an entire collection of very hard work without any notice or chance to save the recipes first is an insult.”

In a brief response, a Waitrose spokesperson told The Sun:
“We regularly review recipes on our site and we are constantly updating and refreshing. We are very grateful for the work John has done for us.”

This isn’t the first brand backlash Whaite has faced since rejoining OnlyFans. Just last month, he revealed that Peugeot asked him to stop posting about the brand and return his car after discovering his adult content.
“Pettiness is in for 2025,” Whaite quipped online. “So much for being an inclusive brand.”

Peugeot issued a similar statement, saying they chose not to renew their partnership with Whaite when their agreement ended in March 2024.

Whaite’s shift into OnlyFans comes alongside his growing brownie and cookie business, Ruff Puff Brownies, which he runs with husband Paul Atkins. The couple’s handmade treats often sell out due to strong demand from their loyal base of 38,000+ social media followers.

Following the cancellation of his appearances on Steph’s Packed Lunch in 2023, Whaite leaned into entrepreneurship, both in the baking world and on his now-explicit content platform.

“One sells brownies and cookies,” he said in a recent interview. “While the other is a meatier enterprise. If you want to buy my sweet treats, head to Ruff Puff Brownies — and if you want to buy my meat, head to my OnlyFans page.”

John Whaite made history in 2021 as one half of Strictly Come Dancing’s first same-sex male couple alongside Johannes Radebe, with the pair reaching the final.

Marie Temara, a 6-foot-3-inch OnlyFans model, is turning what was once her greatest insecurity into a multimillion-dollar success story. After years of struggling with confidence and body image due to her height, Temara now rakes in a staggering $10 million annually by embracing her stature and catering to a growing online fanbase.

Temara revealed to Jam Press that her tall frame made her a target for bullying throughout childhood. “My friends wore cute girly colors like pink, but I was forced to walk around in boys’ sneakers that were always blue or green,” she said. Wearing hand-me-downs from her older brothers only added to her discomfort and left her feeling unfeminine.

Fashion continued to be a challenge into adulthood. “Forget wearing jeans — my legs would leave regular sizes bursting at the seams,” Temara noted, adding that even finding heels to match her height is a task. These days, she invests thousands into made-to-measure pieces, including a $5,000 Italian leather coat and $3,000 thigh-high boots from Paris.

The model’s tall lifestyle doesn’t end with clothing. She’s had to double-stack her XL king bed just to sleep comfortably, and often invites romantic partners to her home because most beds can’t accommodate her height. “Some of them might need a little boost to get onto my bed,” she joked.

Before joining OnlyFans, Temara worked as an accountant. Her journey into content creation began after she posted videos on TikTok, where her height caught the attention of viewers. Encouraged by fans, she created an OnlyFans account — and within days, earned $100,000. That instant success prompted her to leave her corporate career behind.

Now a full-time content creator, Temara is using her platform to spread a message of confidence. “It’s something I embrace and am proud of,” she said. “I want others who are tall like me, or who have any kind of ‘difference,’ to feel empowered and confident in who they are.”

With over $10 million in annual earnings and a message rooted in self-acceptance, Temara proves that what once made her feel isolated now sets her apart in the best possible way.

Miami, FL – May 2025 – In the age of creator mansions and social media-fueled fame, one all-female OnlyFans house is sparking controversy, admiration, and concern in equal measure.

Known as the Bop House — short for “Baddie On Point” — the mansion is home to eight young women aged 19 to 24, all of whom are adult content creators leveraging social media to promote their subscription-based work on OnlyFans. The luxury six-bedroom, five-bathroom property in Miami is now a viral hotspot, with the creators racking up over 40 million followers collectively across Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms.

Founded in late 2024 by 20-year-old Sophie Rain and 22-year-old Aishah Sofey, the Bop House is one of the first content mansions dedicated exclusively to OnlyFans creators. The project has drawn both praise for female empowerment and independence, and criticism over the growing visibility and mainstreaming of sex work.

Despite their playful poolside videos and prank-filled TikToks, the creators at Bop House are running a highly calculated business. With OnlyFans lacking a native search engine or discovery features, creators are required to build an external digital presence to drive subscriptions. Bop House, through its polished branding and coordinated group content, reportedly earned over $10 million in revenue in a single month.

“We’re not just influencers; we’re businesswomen,” Rain previously stated in an Instagram live, highlighting the behind-the-scenes effort that goes into planning, editing, and marketing their content.

But the house is also facing mounting backlash, particularly after 17-year-old TikTok star Piper Rockelle filmed a video with the creators earlier this year. Though Rockelle did not appear in any adult content or join OnlyFans, critics online accused the Bop House of potentially “grooming” underage viewers. The creators have strongly denied the accusations.

The controversy also comes amid a broader crackdown on sex workers by big tech companies. Meta, TikTok, and other platforms have increasingly shadowbanned, suspended, or removed adult creators despite compliance with guidelines. Without alternative discovery tools, sex workers are turning to community-based models like the Bop House to build visibility and support.

“Creator homes give us safety, support, and creative collaboration,” said one house member in a recent YouTube Q&A. “We’re not doing anything illegal — just marketing differently.”

Industry experts argue that the stigma surrounding adult content creation is being enforced more by tech platforms and outdated laws than the creators themselves. Since the enactment of the U.S. FOSTA-SESTA bills in 2018, platforms have been legally liable for user behaviour, prompting them to aggressively remove content that even hints at sex work, regardless of context or consent.

With films like Anora about sex workers winning big at the Oscars in 2025, the disconnect between cultural visibility and actual protection for sex workers has never been more glaring. “We can make award-winning art about sex workers, but not protect real ones online,” noted Carolina Are, a digital safety researcher at Northumbria University.

Bop House continues to thrive, despite daily online hate and misinterpretations. Their Instagram bio doesn’t link directly to OnlyFans but routes users to a website hub, avoiding direct promotion and dodging algorithmic censorship.

As debate swirls around the role of adult creators in digital spaces, the Bop House remains a lightning rod, raising questions about autonomy, age, and the evolving nature of content creation.