4 Makeup Looks That Flawlessly Complement Freckles

Beth Wischnia
Aug 06, 2017

2017 has officially seen a huge surge in the popularity of freckles in all forms: glitter, rainbow, stickers, and the OG version, of course. Whether you’re sporting faux dots or are proudly rocking your natural look, it’s time to let freckles be seen and celebrated. We pulled together the best makeup products, tips, and tricks to pair with four trending freckle styles on Pinterest so your dainty dots can always be on fleek.

Dewy Skin + Rosy Cheeks

If you want to maximize your glow while letting your freckles shine through, the key is to blend, blend, blend. “It’s best not to layer several products on the skin, which can end up hiding freckles,” says celebrity makeup artist Ashley Rebecca, whose clients include Jamie Alexander and the gals from Fifth Harmony. Sheer washes of light-as-air formulas give you a noticeable sheen without overpowering your natural beauty. “Use a tapping motion with a wet beautyblender ($20) to blend liquid highlighters like Giorgio Armani Beauty Fluid Sheer ($62) in Color 10 or Benefit Cosmetics Sun Beam Golden-Bronze Liquid Highlighter ($26),” she says. (Photo via Makeup Inspiration)

flushed Cheeks + Bold Lips

The striking combo of naturally flushed cheeks — sprinkled with freckles — and a bold lip and statement eyes results in a beautifully even look. It’s all about complexion perfection since the contrast of your natural skin against the bold eye and lip will be the central focus. “Buffing a sheer powder on the skin like Alima Pure Radiant Finishing Powder ($24) will help control shine and spotlight freckles,” Rebecca says. “Finishing it off with Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder ($46) in Ethereal Light on the cheeks will give a beautiful, see-through color and highlight in one.” (Photo via Camille Styles)

Glitzy Freckles + Monochromatic Peach

Glitter freckles are trending for a reason — they’re whimsical and let you get creative with makeup — and if you’re going to sport them, balance is key. “Using a cream product like Bite Beauty Multistick ($24) in Creme Caramel is the perfect monochromatic option for a peachy complexion,” recommends Rebecca. “Plus, it’s a one-stop-shop for eyes, lips, and cheeks.”

After you’ve nailed your muted makeup, the real freckle fun can begin. Carefully add dots of your favorite glitter makeup with a teeny brush (try the Sigma Beauty E10 Small Eye Liner Brush, $15) across the bridge of your nose and cheeks. “Apply the glitter as the last step in your routine, and seal it in with a makeup setting spray like Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray ($32),” she says. (Photo via Mr. Kate)

Bright Blush + Berry Lips

FYI: You can wear punchy pigments on your cheeks if you want to feature your freckles. A healthy, radiant pink wash of color instantly perks up your complexion, and a deep, berry lip is the stunning finishing touch. “I recommend leaving the skin bare for a look that focuses on bright cheeks and lips,” Rebecca explains. “Just add a little concealer where you need it and sheer color to the cheeks with NARS Multiple Tint ($39) in Jeanette to keep up the dewy, fresh appearance of freckled skin.” (Photo via BeautyHigh)

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7 “Old School” Makeup Products That Still Work Wonders

Though plenty of beauty trends have come and gone, there are still a handful of makeup products that have stood the test of time. Though you might think these powders, foundations, lipsticks, and more lean pretty“old school,” tons of beauty fans still adore them for their ability to deliver the most stunning looks.

You might just want to give these classic makeup products a second chance after reading what makeup lovers say about their staying power!

Read on for 7 “old school” makeup products that are still total staples in today’s age.

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1. Airspun Loose Powder

I remember this loose powder being one of the very first makeup products I ever tried after seeing it in my mom's makeup kit. It's super nostalgic for many other beauty fans – and no wonder, because it first launched in 1935!

Formulated to have a "cloudlike softness" to it, this powder is ideal for setting foundation and concealer so your base stays in place.

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“I used Coty Airspun loose powder for years," one Redditor wrote about it. "I don't use powder anymore, but I still take a fond look at it in the makeup aisle. The packaging is so retro and pretty. It always made me feel very 1950's movie star.”

I will say that the main disconnect between this "old school" makeup product and today's beauty trends is that more and more brands tend to lean toward dewy, natural finishes rather than fully matte ones – this powder definitely delivers on the latter.

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2. L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara

This mascara launched in 1990 and it was quick to become a favorite amongst beauty fans looking for long, full lashes. Claiming to give lashes the appearance of 5 times their natural thickness, this formula goes on super easy, thanks to the streamlined wand design.

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This mascara has proved itself a mainstay in many makeup bags, and since its launch, L'Oreal's launched several different colors to play with. I myself am especially fond of the blue and purple mascaras if I just want to get a little playful with my makeup!

"I have tried other mascaras in the past but I find this one is the best for me. I have been using it for years," one reviewer wrote on Amazon. "I now find it difficult to to buy at the drug stores so I order it through Amazon. It goes on easily, dries quickly and does not flake. I wear the burgundy because I have green eyes."

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3. Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick

You probably recognized this one super quick. Clinique's Almost Lipstick in the shade Black Honey is renowned since it's said to be universally flattering and totally nails the natural look! Though it first hit the market in 1989, it's had an undeniable resurgence in the past couple years, further proving its iconic status.

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“My grandmother took me to a Clinique counter when I was 13 and bought me a lipstick and some eyeshadow. I used them until they were gone," one Redditor reminisced. "The only Clinique item I've used since then is Black Honey, which is in my bathroom today.”

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4. Benetint Liquid Lip & Cheek Stain

This beloved Benefit product hit shelves back in 1976, though it wasn't originally intended for use on the lips and cheeks. 👀 Benefit revealed that it was actually formulated for exotic dancers to use on their nipples to make them stand out!

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Since its introduction, it's been a great pick to reach for to add a natural flush to the cheeks and make the lips a bit bolder. Benefit's launched several different shades over the years to join the OG "rose" one.

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5. Max Factor Panstik Foundation

This "old school" makeup product was one of the first foundations that came in a convenient stick form. It launched in 1947, but you can still find it today! This creamy product is noticeably full-coverage and leaves a silky-matte finish once it's applied. A little truly goes a long way.

“I grew up in the 90s and remember using the Max Factor Panstik makeup. I can still remember the scent," one Redditor wrote. "It was a really great product for its time and I used it like a concealer.”

“I have this! What I like about it is it’s quick to apply when I don’t have the energy for liquid concealers," another Reddit user said. "The colour range isn’t impressive though.”

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6. Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick

Hitting the market back in 1957, it didn't take long for the Lustrous Lipstick from Revlon to become a cult classic. Many shades that the company developed in the latter half of the 20th century are still around today – several makeup fans on Reddit mentioned shades like Cherries In The Snow, Toast Of New York, Wine With Everything, Fire And Ice, and Sandalwood Beige are still their absolute favorites!

"Fire And Ice is one of my favourite lipsticks. It’s a wonderful bright corally red/pink..." one Redditor said. "It dates from the 50s. It’s quite nice to think I’m wearing the same colour as girls who were listening to Elvis.”

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7. C.O. Bigelow Rose Salve

This might just be the most old school of all the "old school" makeup products mentioned here. This rosy skin salve was introduced way back in 1838 to heal dry, cracked skin in need of hydration – lips, face, hands, and body included. It's crafted the same way it was back in the 1800's, with rose extract to calm irritation, and lanolin, cotton seed, and jojoba oil to moisturize. The company also sells lavender, mint, and vanilla varieties in addition to the OG rose.

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"I've been using C.O. Bigelow lavender salve for years and still love it. I rub it into my cuticles in the winter, spread the excess around my hands and top it with a layer of hand cream to seal it in," one Amazon reviewer wrote. "It works great to keep my skin from drying out and cracking and the lavender scent smells natural and not fake."

"Love this product! Worth every penny," another Amazon user said. "Use it on my lips, face and hands. Softens and is non greasy. My all time favorite product in my beauty stash!"

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8 TV Shows To Fill 'The White Lotus' Void In Your Life

We're already feeling the void left behind by The White Lotus finale — and the devastating season 3 ending. And there's a good chance you've already started your rewatch of all three seasons, but you can only watch the same show so many times. So before The White Lotus season 4 premieres on HBO and Max, keep reading for the best shows to fill that White Lotus void. And don't forget to check out The 6 Best TV Shows To Watch On Max This Month!

Here are the best 8 shows to watch after you finish The White Lotus season 3.

1. Nine Perfect Strangers — Stream on Hulu

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This anthology show has so many elements that White Lotus fans will love. Based on the novel by Liane Moriarty, the first season follows nine strangers who meet at a health and wellness resort. What starts off as a vacation morphs into something much more sinister. Nine Perfect Strangers season 2 is coming soon!

Nine Perfect Strangers is on Hulu and stars Nicole Kidman, Melissa McCarthy, Regina Hall, and Samara Weaving.

2. The Perfect Couple — Stream on Netflix

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Amelia's dream wedding turns into a nightmare when a dead body washes up on the beach in The Perfect Couple. That's definitely giving me White Lotus déjà vu — and so is seeing Meghann Fahy onscreen! Stay tuned for more news on season 2, which will follow Elin Hildebrand's book Swan Song.

The Perfect Couple is on Netflix and stars Eve Hewson, Nicole Kidman, Meghann Fahy, Dakota Fanning, Liev Schreiber, Billy Howle, Ishaan Khatter, Jack Reynor, Mia Isaac, Sam Nivola, Michael Beach, Donna Lynne Champlin, and Isabelle Adjani.

3. The Resort — Stream on Peacock

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For another vacation-gone-wrong TV show, tune into The Resort, which follows Noah and Emma who want to celebrate their 10th anniversary with a vacay — and get pulled into an unsolved missing persons case.

The Resort is streaming on Peacock and stars William Jackson Harper, Cristin Milioti, Luis Gerardo Méndez, Skyler Gisondo, Nina Bloomgarden, Gabriela Cartol, and Nick Offerman.

4. Temptation Island — Stream on Netflix

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If reality TV is more your vibe, Temptation Island might remind you of the drama and relationships in The White Lotus. In the show, couples' relationships are put to the test by heading to an island filled with singles.

Temptation Island is on Netflix and stars Alexa and Lino, Shanté and Brion, Tyler and Tayler, and Ashley and Grant.

5. The Summer I Turned Pretty — Stream on Prime Video

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The Summer I Turned Pretty is another great summer vacation vibe, and even though Belly is torn between brothers Conrad and Jeremiah, you can rest assured there's no incest. Can't say the same for White Lotus (Mike White when I catch you...). Catch up on the first two installments before season 3 drops this July!

The Summer I Turned Pretty is on Prime Video and stars Lola Tung, Christopher Briney, Gavin Casalegno, Sean Kaufman, Rain Spencer, andJackie Chung.

6. Palm Royale — Stream on Apple TV+

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Palm Royale also has a new season on the way! This Apple TV show follows Maxine, who wants to break into Palm Beach's high society. But the closer she gets to making that dream come true, Maxine must decide how much she's actually willing to give up.

Palm Royale is on Apple TV+ and stars Kristen Wiig, Leslie Bibb, Amber Chardae Robinson, Mindy Cohn, Ricky Martin, Josh Lucas, Julia Duffy, Kaia Gerber, Laura Dern, Allison Janney, Bruce Dern, and Carol Burnett.

7. Death and Other Details — Stream on Hulu

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In Death and Other Details, Imogene finds herself on a Mediterranean ocean liner...and in the middle of a murder mystery. Alongside world's greatest detective Rufus Cotesworth, she has to figure out whodunit.

Death and Other Details is on Hulu and stars Violett Beane, Mandy Patinkin, Linda Edmond, Hugo Diego Garcia, Rahul Kohli, Lauren Patten, Pardis Saremi, and Angela Zhou.

8. Sirens — Stream on Netflix May 22, 2025

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Netflix's brand new show Sirens follows Devon, who shows up to Michaela Kell's home to bring her sister home (and Michaela's assistant). But Michaela is much more alluring — and powerful — than she realized.

Sirens is on Netflix May 22 and stars Meghann Fahy, Julianne Moore, Milly Alcock, Kevin Bacon, Glenn Howerton, Bill Camp, Felix Solis, Josh Segarra, Trevor Salter, Britne Oldford, Lauren Weedman, Jenn Lyon, Erin Neufer, and Emily Borromeo.

Dreamy summer TV isn't complete without some cute outfits! Check out 8 Sundresses That Channel Piper’s Style From The White Lotus.

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Pamela Anderson Just Gave The Most Relatable Reason For No-Makeup Life: "Saved A Lot Of Time"

After spending decades in the entertainment industry, some celebs like Pamela Anderson have opted for a makeup-free look. No one can forget when she stunned photographers right before Paris Fashion Week's Vivienne Westwood show last year by rocking a bare face. She told Vogue France, she wasn't thinking about not "wearing any makeup." However, she didn't want to "compete with the clothes" she was wearing. She felt "freedom" from not trying to "be the prettiest girl in the room" which speaks volumes to us!

Now, Pamela continues to embrace the no-makeup life — and not only does she look gorgeous, but she seems SO happy! The star shared recently how this lifestyle change impacts her day-to-day, and it's honestly incredibly relatable. Here's what she had to say!

Here's what Pamela Anderson just said about adopting a no-makeup life!

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1. It saves her a lot of time.

Pamela Anderson stopped by the Live with Kelly and Markshow to talk about filming The Last Showgirl, her childhood, and how not wearing makeup has been beneficial for her. While her makeup-free clip from the episode isn't available on YouTube, PEOPLE reports hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos asking her how her decision has changed her life.

Ripa started with, "You don't travel with a glam squad. How liberating is that for you," while Consuelos followed with, "And how much time have you gotten back?"

The former Baywatch star said she's "saved a lot of time" and admitted that her sons "used to say that I spent half my life in a makeup chair."

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2. She feels more focused in general.

Pamela Anderson also admitted things feel easier for her in general. "I feel like I could focus better when I did the film, too." And her life outside of that? She said she's "gotten out of wearing makeup and it's been fun."

It's interesting because Kelly Ripa shared she's been inspired by Pamela Anderson's makeup-free choice. She remembers not wearing makeup for a short while and said to herself, "'Pamela Anderson is a genius." Kelly even thought for a moment, "This is the way to live." We're so here for it!

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3. She lives for a glam moment, but appreciates simplicity now.

Pamela's all for being makeup-free now, but she's not bashing glam moments. She actually "loved it" because "it's fun when you're new in the business and you get all this attention." She's just at a point where she's "done that" and wants to "simplify and keep it low key."

She really does "love being elegant, sophisticated" but has found what "works best" for her.

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Everyone's Convinced The Latest 'Nobody Wants This' Leaks Just Confirmed The Release Date

Okay, we already know that Nobody Wants This season 2 is on its way, and that it's going to feature a new love interest for Morgan (bye bye Sasha!), and on March 7, Netflix gave us a brand new piece of info: the series is now filming! And Kirsten Bell and Adam Brody are getting cozy — not that I'm surprised.

Here's what we know about Nobody Wants This season 2 filming.

Kirsten Bell and Adam Brody are back as Joanne and Noah!

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Nobody Wants This is in production as of March 7, 2025 — and new episodes are set to premiere on Netflix this year! Two seasons in two years? We are so back.

In the first production image from season 2, Joanne and Noah are lying on the couch with Noah's arm wrapped around Joanne. Joanne's wearing a navy and red jacket while Noah's opted for a dark gray hoodie. Cozy!

Nobody Wants This season 2 was renewed in October of 2024. “Creating Nobody Wants This will forever be a career highlight for me," creator and executive producer Erin Foster said in a statement. "The incredible cast, crew, producers and executives all made this into the show it is today, and to experience viewers' reactions to this series now that it's out in the world has been more than anything I could have dreamed."

Executive producer and showrunner Bruce Eric Kaplan added that the rom-com TV show "is such a unique and beautiful show and I am already having the best time working on it.”

We've had a blast watching it — and I know viewers are going to enjoy all the new episodes.

Where is Nobody Wants This season 2 filming?

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Season 2 is in production in Los Angeles, California, where they filmed season 1.

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The new BTS photos of Nobody Wants This season 2 possible revealed a huge idea about when we'll see Joanne and Noah on our screens again. The second picture of Adam Brody looks alarming, but the third still shows a little bit of blood by his mouth. In our opinion, it looks like he's wearing a costume while filming because the sixth photo shows Justine Lupe wearing something that feels very Julia Roberts-esque via Pretty Woman.

The second comment on Deux Moi's Instagram post says, "oh so this is 100% coming out in the fall" while follow-up statements like "So, will it be a Halloween release or a Purim release? October or March?! We need to know now" and "Ty for the spoiler alert! 🚨 so appreciative ❤️❤️" seem to agree on a potential fall release date.

Crossing our fingers Nobody Wants This will be back between September and November!

Check out 11 Romance TV Shows You Can Stream On Netflix Right Now for what to watch this weekend.

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'The White Lotus' Season 3 Cast Just Shared Their Reactions To That "Heartbreaking" Season Finale

You weren’t the only one tearing up during90-minute finale of The White Lotus. Season 3 of Mike White’s series has officially concluded, with viewers left shocked, heartbroken, and all-around emotional. And it turns out, the cast felt the same (warning:lots of spoilers ahead).

In preparation for the series' end, Max took over the Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village, California, to create a Thailand-inspired White Lotus wellness oasis. The retreat included cooking and mixology classes with Ketel One Vodka and Tanqueray Gin, meditation sessions, and a moving panel discussion (hosted by Queer Eye’s Tan France) with the ensemble after they, too, watched the finale for the first time.

During the cast’s Q&A, we got the tea on how Aimee Lou Wood truly felt about her character’s death, plus Patrick Schwarzenegger’s initial reaction to the explosive ending.

Scroll to see The White Lotuscast's reaction to that heartbreaking season 3 finale...

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The White Lotus Cast's Reactions to Chelsea and Rick’s Death

As audience members know, Chelsea and Rick were the characters that met a gruesome end.

Wood said of her character’s death, “For about two weeks before we shot it, I felt super weird. It was this odd, ominous thing that was just hanging over us.” Her character is a casualty of an intense gunfight ignited by her boyfriend Rick (played by Walton Goggins), who attempted to save her by carrying her to safety. “And then it was the hottest day ever. Walton had to carry me so many times, and it was so hard.

In that time, Gaitok (Tayme Thapthimthong) achieves his vindication by shooting Rick in the back. “Chelsea doesn’t know what’s going to happen to her,” Wood said, adding that the scene “looked exactly how it felt, which was really strange.” There’s a final, dark shot of Chelsea dead, faced down in the pond and Rick faced up, mimicking a Yin and Yang symbol.

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Meanwhile, Thapthimthong felt like his character’s actions were “justified.”

Thapthimthong said, “At first, I felt like, ‘I don’t want to shoot him in the back.’ I wish he would turn around and have a little gunfight with me so we can have a little action scene. But we had a discussion with Mike, and I remember he said, ‘Trust me,’ it will be justified. I feel like it really was.” Gaitok then goes on to receive the promotion he’s always wanted, so you can say things worked out for him.

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Patrick Schwarzenegger, who arguably conveyed the biggest character arc in Saxon Ratliff, built a spiritual connection with Chelsea that translated IRL.

Schwarzenegger told France, “I knew something happened to Chelsea, but I didn’t know the extent of everything. It’s this really surreal weird feeling right now of just spending so much time with all of these cast members and then watching someone die. I don’t know how to describe it. You feel like something really happened.” We did too, Patrick, we did too.

As Aimee Lou Wood said on the panel, “There’s a lot in that episode that made me f---ing sob.” And we couldn’t think of a more perfect way to describe the series ending.

Other Can’t Miss Cast Quotes From The 'The White Lotus' Finale Panel:

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Patrick Schwarzenegger (Saxon Ratliff)

“I think once it happened with Chelsea, I started crying in the theater. I looked over at Charlotte [Le Bon] — it was an emotional moment.”

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Sarah Catherine Cook (Piper Ratliff)

“I was like, ‘Wow everyone in this episode really came to some enlightenment, and she’s trying to get enlightened the whole time.’ Then she’s like, ‘No, I guess I’m spoiled.’ I love that.”

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Sam Nivola (Lochlan Ratliff)

“I've never died in anything before. It was fun to get to do that.”

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Leslie Bibb (Kate Bohr)

“I remember when we were filming because the girls were the first ones to shoot our villa, and we all read the scripts and we were like, ‘Oh, our storyline is boring’....I don't think, honestly, we thought that it was going to take off the way it is.”

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Nicholas Duvernay (Zion Lindsey)

“Finally getting even just a little bit of justice for Tanya was amazing. Amazing to finally, over three seasons, give her that closure, essentially."

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Jon Gries (Greg Hunt)

“I think Season 2 surprised me more somehow. But I guess the enormity of the wealth surprised me.”

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Jason Isaacs (Timothy Ratliff)

“I look at my kids I love in real life, these three, and I love them on screen as well. I think there’s more to them. I doubted them, and they will be fine. They just won’t be fine in gigantic houses with huge Tesla trucks.”

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