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May 2026
Interview by Lucy Ford
Photographs by Luc Coiffait
The Vanity Project
Welcome To The Vanity Project
An exhaustive 17-part guide to our new, wildly transparent beauty era.
The Perfectionist
She’s the go-to face wizard for the stealthy and the wealthy. What’s her secret formula?
Will Going Under the Knife Make You Richer?
A deep dive into intervention as investment.
Will Sharpe Is At The Center Of It All
With a starring role in the new Amadeus out now and an Apple series of his own on the horizon, the British multihyphenate is living on the edge no longer.
We Can’t Stop Watching Barbie Ferreira
The Faces of Death and Mile End Kicks star dreamt of working in Hollywood since childhood. How’d she get there? By avoiding overexposure, ignoring the discourse, and keeping her inner fangirl close.
Daniel Radcliffe, Man Of The People
The former wizard now finds power in range — from an aching stage drama to a silly sitcom to Winnie the Pooh.
Michelle Randolph Makes It Hot To Care This Much
The star of Landman and Scream 7 is big on manifestation — but overprepares like it’s her job.
Sam Claflin’s Year Of Rest & Relaxation
After burnout and heartbreak, the actor took nine months off to reset — and learned how to stop people-pleasing, start healing, and show up for himself.
Tom Blyth Gets Loose
After a string of dark dramas, the British actor enters his rom-com era with the Netflix version of Emily Henry’s People We Meet On Vacation.
Perfectly In Sync
After a health scare and a seven-year hiatus, Olympian-sibling duo Alex and Maia Shibutani are returning to competitive skating. This time, they’re doing it for themselves.
Why Not Coco Jones?
This year, the Bel-Air star released her debut album, got engaged, toured with her idols, and booked the Super Bowl. She’s not done trying to win you over.
Meet The New Queens Of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’
Before they enter the werk room, the Season 18 cast gave Bustle a peek at their major looks, humor, and larger-than-life personalities.
Josh Hutcherson Is Madly In Love
With his I Love LA castmates (looking at you, Jordan Firstman), his girlfriend (of 13 years), and the work.
Friends For Eternity
Miles Teller and Da’Vine Joy Randolph play unlikely besties in A24’s new romantic comedy. Off set, they’re still cracking each other up.
Brittany Snow Is Owning The Moment
After 30 years of playing the best friend, Snow now has a bonafide TV hit and a buzzy new show opposite Claire Danes. No wonder she’s never been happier.
Lee Pace’s Naughty Streak
The actor swears he’s “extremely boring” and shrugs at being called “daddy” — but comes alive playing a villain.
Brooks Nader’s Naked Ambition
Ever since Love Thy Nader skyrocketed her public profile, women everywhere have found themselves unabashedly rooting for Nader and her utter unabashedness.
Mary Beth Barone Has A List Of People To Piss Off
The stand-up comedian opens up about her upcoming special and her favorite online thrift find.
I Want Andy Sachs’ Hot Australian Boyfriend, Please
Nomz Bistline Survived A Cult. Now, She’s Making A Pop Album.
L.J. Benet Is As Obsessed With 'Twilight' As You Are
Celebrity News
Lisa Kudrow Doesn’t Actually Think Ross Was A Bad Boyfriend On 'Friends'
Zoë Kravitz Called Out A “Tacky” Post About Harry Styles
Stanley Tucci, Perennial Tastemaker
Elle Woods Enters Her Version Of Hell In The 'Legally Blonde' Prequel Trailer
Blake Lively Reportedly Didn’t Receive Any Money From Her Settlement With Justin Baldoni
This Summer’s Top 8 Swimsuit Trends Are OTT (Complimentary)
Plaids, polka dots, electric blues — this season isn’t about playing it safe.
'One Nightstand' With Julia Louis-Dreyfus
When it was her turn to choose her book club’s next read, Julia Louis-Dreyfus chose a novel that left her “crying uncontrollably.”
One Nightstand With Colman Domingo
The Michael and Euphoria star shares his four favorite books, including the one he keeps by his bedside.
'One Nightstand' With Elizabeth Banks
From Effie Trinket to her latest role in ‘The Miniature Wife,’ the actor reflects on the moments that defined her career — and the books that shaped her along the way.
'One Nightstand' With Caitríona Balfe
The four books the Outlander actor can’t stop thinking about — and gifting to friends.
'One Nightstand' With Viola Davis
The EGOT winner, who just co-authored a novel with James Patterson, reflects on the books that helped her understand herself and the world.
'One Nightstand' With Daniel Radcliffe
The actor, back on Broadway in Every Brilliant Thing, reveals his four favorite books and how Harry Potter shaped his love for reading.
'One Nightstand' With Felicity Jones
The two-time Oscar nominee reveals her favorite books and how she finds modern meaning in classic works.
'One Nightstand' With Lisa Rinna
As she releases her new memoir, the reality star reveals her favorite books, and how The Traitors showed the “real” her.
'One Nightstand' With Jennifer Garner
The actor shares the childhood classics that made her a reader — and the librarian who changed her life.
'One Nightstand' with Elizabeth Olsen
The Eternity actor is off Instagram and embracing her reading era.
'One Nightstand' With Haley Lu Richardson
The Ponies actor reflects on turning 30 on set and her new poetry collection that helped make sense of it all.
'One Nightstand' With Allison Williams
The Regretting You star and erstwhile English major loves a literary classic.
'One Nightstand' With Penn Badgley
The Gossip Girl and You actor reflects on faith, family, and the books that shaped him along the way.
'One Nightstand' With Lena Waithe
The multi-hyphenate opens up about her favorite books — and reveals her next big project.
The Case For "Fawn Freckles," Summer’s Prettiest Makeup Trick
As spotted on everyone from Hailey Bieber to Zoë Kravitz.
Girls Just Wanna Be Regular
The pendulum has swung from proteinmaxxing to fibermaxxing, and with that shift, the latest wellness benchmark — at least according to a set of bold influencers — is decidedly scatological.
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Lisa Kudrow Doesn’t Actually Think Ross Was A Bad Boyfriend On 'Friends'
Well, at least not all of the time.
I Believed In Non-Monogamy. My Body Didn’t.
As much as I wanted to be cool and unbothered, my girlfriend's new crush made me panic.
Zoë Kravitz Called Out A “Tacky” Post About Harry Styles
The actor and singer are rumored to be engaged.
This Year's Pluto Retrograde Brings Small But Mighty Changes
The planet of transformation is working deep beneath the surface.
Let’s Break Down KJ Apa’s “Beef” With Mr. Fantasy, Because I’m So Confused
It could never compare to Hannah Montana vs. Mikayla.
‘The Other Bennet Sister’ Deserves An Emmy In Forearm Acting
The new BritBox series flexes — pun intended — a delightful understanding of what makes viewers swoon.
The "Pouch System" Will Change The Way You Pack Your Suitcase
The viral organization hack is easy and customizable.
Huda Kattan Knows Exactly What Her Comments Section Wants
The beauty founder breaks down the brand’s first scent: Easy Bake Intense.
