Yuka Murai
Feb 20, 2015
The holidays might be long behind us, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on the festive baking. While we’ve already shared our favorite sweet cookie recipes, we’re ready to explore the savory cookie world. Whether you’re serving these tasty treats at your Oscars party or #justbecause, these 19 savory cookie recipes will totally steal the show.
1. White Cheddar Shortbread Bites: DIY Cheez-its? Count us in. This white cheddar shortbread can be served as a part of co*cktail hour or added to your kiddo’s lunch box (and yours too, of course.). (via Food ‘n’ Focus)
2. Parmesan Rosemary Cookies with Cranberry Marmalade: Cranberry doesn’t have to be relegated to the holidays. Add some fresh cranberries to orange marmalade, and you’ll have the perfect complement to these savory Parmesan rosemary cookies. (via Yuka Murai)
3. Potato Chip Cookies: Potato chips? What? It sounds crazy, but just think about all that salty, crunchy goodness. We want these now. (via Smitten Kitchen)
4. Momof*cku Milk Bar’s Corn Cookies: You can easily make Momof*cku Milk Bar’s corn cookies in your kitchen. Get ready to dip these into a glass of milk. (via Savory Simple)
5. Savory Oatmeal Cookies: Cutting back your sweets intake this month? You won’t be missing your sugary morning donuts and cronuts thanks to these savory oatmeal cookies. They pack so much WOW that you’ll forget about being a sweet tooth. (via The Kitchn)
6. Ham and Gruyere Thumbprints: This breakfast cookie makes us question why we don’t eat cookies for breakfast. This Martha Stewart version of ham and cheese cookies will melt in your mouth. (via Martha Stewart)
7. Parmesan Shortbread with Fennel and Sea Salt: Parmesan cheese and fennel are the ultimate dream team. These cookies will pair well with your fave wine, co*cktail or even espresso drink. (via Bon Appetit)
8. Asiago Lemon Thyme Shortbread: Asiago + Lemon + Thyme? Yes, please. They are heavenly good, and you’ll want to bake them asap. (via The View from Great Island)
9. Fig and Blue Cheese Savouries: These delicate thumbprints are blasts of flavor in both sweet and savory territories. They definitely belong on your cheese platter at your next party. (via Food52)
10. Pecan Cheese Wafers: Nothing is better than these crisp, spicy crackers with rich pecans on top. You’re certainly not missing out on any sugar here. (via Saveur)
11. Stilton and Rosemary Shortbread: Check out this flavor combo. Creamy and velvety Stilton cheese and rosemary, anyone? (via Closet Cooking)
12. Bacon, Beer and Potato Chip Cookie Bars: Here are the perfect cookie bars for your next tailgating party. They are totally touchdown worthy. (via Life Love and Sugar)
13. Savoury Sables: The secret ingredient in these delicate sables is black olives. They team up with Parmesan cheese to create salty and buttery goodness. (via Cakelets and Doilies)
14. Kalamata Olive Savoury Shortbread: These cookies are super easy to whip up with just a few ingredients. Throw ’em in your oven, and you’ll have fancy tea time snacks all week long. (via Raspberry Cupcakes)
15. Seaweed Cookies: Not wowed by those potato chip cookies? Try these seaweed cookies on for size. Just add some seaweed salt to the dough, and you’ll have crafted the most unique pre-dinner bite for sure. (via David Lebovitz)
16. Rosemary Butter Cookies: Sometimes simple is better. These cookies are coated with sanding sugar to add just the right amount of sweetness to their savory, buttery goodness. (via Martha Stewart)
17. Parmesan, Garlic +Basil Savory Cookies: We always cheer when we see “Garlic” in a cookie recipe. Say yes to these garlic cookies, which you can serve with any dinner. (via Little Miss Celebration)
18. Lemon Basil Shortbread: Lemon and basil in a cookie? It’s almost like your favorite salad dressing turned into cookie dough. (via Hoosier Homemade)
19. Sweet Sesame Crisp: Add an Asian twist to your snacks and bake up some sesame crisps. They’re sweet enough to go with your cup of coffee, yet savory enough to complement your cheese platter. (via The Wok of Life)
What do you think about these savory cookies? Which recipe are you going to try out? Tell us in the comments below.
Aleena Malik
Feb 24, 2024
12 Speedy Keto Recipes You Can Make on One Sheet Pan
Audrey Bruno
Feb 15, 2024
Having super speedy dinner recipes on hand is essential for anyone, but especially when you're eating keto-friendly meals. On those days when you're too exhausted for words, you need a meal that will come together fast enough to keep you from reaching for a granola bar. Luckily, the high-fat, low-carb regimen was basically engineered for low-maintenance sheet-pan dinners. Grains and starchy vegetables may be off limits, but meat, low-carb veggies, and everything else you can eat on the diet cook to perfection in no time in the oven. These tasty recipes take hardly any time or effort to prepare and are totally fair game if you're Keto.
Sheet Pan Roasted Asparagus and Chicken With Chorizo
Spicy chorizo adds a ton of flavor to this simple, straightforward chicken and asparagus bake. (via Irena Macri)
Sheet Pan Blackened Tilapia With Zucchini
Since onions are high in sugar and carbs, you can't eat many of them on Keto, but this recipe uses a bit of onion powder to deliver the flavor without the stuff you can't have. (via Naive Cook Cooks)
Kielbasa and Green Beans With Edamame
Edamame's great for snacking on, but it's even better in this filling sausage dinner. (via The Decorated Cookie)
Cashew Chicken Sheet-Pan Dinner
If you're missing breaded chicken, this cashew-crusted chicken dish will totally satisfy that craving. (via Food Faith Fitness)
Pesto Chicken With Asparagus Tomatoes and Walnuts
This dinner is crunchy and extra nutty thanks to a hefty helping of pesto and chopped toasted walnuts. (via Cooking Classy)
Balsamic Chicken and Veggies
Marinated in Italian dressing and balsamic vinegar, this chicken recipe is zesty and a little bit sweet without any added sugar. (via Chelsea Messy Apron)
Caprese Hasselback Chicken
One of the best parts of the Keto diet is that you can still eat cheese, and this stuffed chicken dish has plenty of it. (via Low Carb Maven)
Brussels Sprouts, Eggs, and Bacon
You can eat this earthy egg number any time of day. Breakfast, lunch, dinner — you name it! (via Damn Delicious)
Sesame Chicken and Broccoli
If you're in the mood for takeout, throw this 30-minute dinner together instead. (via Kalyn's Kitchen)
Lemon Chicken With Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
Everybody knows that Parmesan roasted broccoli is the best. Pairing it with tender lemon chicken somehow makes it even better. (via Cooking Classy)
Asian Shrimp and Brussels Sprouts
Cooked in a mix of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, this shrimp dinner is packed with flavor. (via Kalyn's Kitchen)
Full Breakfast With Garlic Butter and Mushrooms
This English-style breakfast is great for brunch, whether you're Keto or not. (via Cafe Delites)
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Aleena Malik
Feb 23, 2024
Miley Cyrus is an absolute powerhouse, and she has an incredible family behind her who have supported her along her journey to become the woman she is today! While Miley, Billy, and Noah are probably the most recognizable Cyrus family members, Miley has a number of other siblings who prove that talent really does run in her family. If you've been curious about who makes up Miley Cyrus' sibling support system, here's the full 4-1-1!
Who are Miley Cyrus real siblings?
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Miley Cyrus has a total of five siblings! Braison and Noah are the children of Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus, making them Miley's full siblings. Brandi and Trace are Tish's children from her first marriage with Baxter Neal Helson. Billy Ray also has a son named Christopher from a previous relationship with a woman named Kristin Luckey.
Are Miley and Noah half sisters?
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Because of how beautifully blended the Cyrus family is, there has been confusion surrounding how Miley and Noah are related. Miley and Noah are full siblings are not half sisters, contrary to popular belief! Miley is seven years older than Noah, and the two seem to be very close.
Everything To Know About Miley Cyrus' Siblings
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Brandi Cyrus, 36
Brandi Cyrus was born on May 26, 1987, and was adopted by Billy Ray in December 1993. Brandi is also in the entertainment industry, though in a completely different way than Miley. She previously co-hosted a show on Bravo called Cyrus vs. Cyrus: Design andConquer. Now she co-hosts two podcasts called Your Favorite Thing and Sorry We’re Stoned.
Like Miley and Noah, Brandi and Noah seem to have a very close-knit relationship! Brandi has joined her sister at multiple awards shows and is never shy about gushing about her younger sister's undeniable talent.
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Trace Cyrus, 34
Trace Cyrus was born on February 24, 1989, and was also adopted by Billy Ray Cyrus after he married Trish Cyrus. Trace is also a musical icon and is the lead singer of the popular band, Metro Station. A fun — and often-forgotten — fact is that Trace was previously engaged to Brenda Song! He was also with musician Taylor Lauren Sanders, and he's publicly credited Miley for helping him get through that difficult breakup.
Christopher Cyrus, 31
Christopher Cyrus was born on April 8, 1992 to Kristin Luckey. Though the rest of his siblings remain in the spotlight, Christopher chooses to live a more low-key life. There is little known about what he is up to, and he's not currently publicly active on social media.
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Braison Cyrus, 29
Braison Cyrus was born on May 9, 1994, in Nashville and shares the musical abilities that much of his family boasts. He has performed his music and showed off his talent on shows like The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. He got married to Stella McBride Cyrus in November 2019, and the sweet couple welcomed their first baby on June 8, 2021. Their adorable little boy is named Bear Chance Cyrus!
Earlier this month Braison announced his Nashville residency at the Hillsboro Village, proving that he's still carrying on the family's musical legacy.
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Noah Cyrus, 24
Noah Cyrus was born on January 8, 2000, and began her life in the spotlight at the early age of 2 through her appearance on her dad's show. She was also featured on Hannah Montana a few times! Nowadays, she doesn't seem to be pursuing acting anymore, preferring music instead.
Noah is incredibly talented like her older siblings and even earned a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist in 2001. Miley has been very vocal about her pride for her little sister and how she's who she looks up to. Noah has also been open about how it wasn't easy growing up as Miley's sister because she was constantly being compared to her.
Now, Noah seems to have happily established herself and her talent in her own right and she is engaged to a fashion designer named Pinkus.
Is Miley Cyrus related to Dolly Parton?
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If you've ever watched Hannah Montana, you've seen firsthand that Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton have undeniable chemistry. Dolly gives off "cool aunt" vibes, and the two are often seen performing together! This has led to speculation that Miley and Dolly are actually related. This is not the case, but these strong and talented women do have a special bond, and Dolly is Miley's godmother!
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21 Super Simple 3-Ingredient Recipes For When You're Too Lazy To Cook
Ashley Tyler
Meredith Holser
Feb 15, 2024
You know how it goes: you're sitting around, scrolling through Pinterest, and you see a recipe that looks so delicious you just have to make it for dinner tonight. Just when you've built up the anticipation, you come the long list of ingredients and immediately become disinterested. It happens to the best of us – but that doesn't mean you'll never find an easy weeknight dinner to cook.
Your pantry is probably stocked with the basics like olive oil, garlic, and salt + pepper, so you're halfway there. With these simple 3-ingredient recipes, you'll be cooking and chowing down in no time. 3-ingredient recipes are true lifesavers when it comes to lazy days, and these are our faves!
Pineapple Skewers
The perfect combination of savory and sweet, pineapple and chicken skewers are an easy way to serve up big flavor. In the off-chance you don't this 3-ingredient recipe all at once, they make a great second-day lunch served over rice. (via Brit + Co)
Mini Strawberry Pies
Everything is better when it's bite-sized. These 3-ingredient pies are no exception. Bring them to brunchor your BFF's bridal shower. Whatever the occasion, people will think you spent all day in the kitchen and won't believe this is an actual 3-ingredient recipe. (via Brit + Co)
Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
This is one of the tastiest, easiest 3-ingredient recipes for hosting a crowd. All you need for the filling is pre-cooked chicken, hot sauce, and cheese. Then, you'll roll 'em up using your favorite tortillas, air fry (or bake) them to perfection, and voila! (via Brit + Co)
Vegetarian Pigs-in-a-Blanket
Store-bought present roll dough is the true star of this 3-ingredient recipe. To it, you'll roll up some veggie sausage links and your fave sliced cheese. These will be done within 20 minutes, easy. All your pals will be asking where you got the recipe! (via Brit + Co)
Cheesy Monkey Bread
A 3-ingredient recipe made up entirely of cheese, bread and butter? There is no way this could go wrong! (via Brit + Co)
French Market Chicken with Herbed Potatoes
The only thing simple about this recipe is the ingredients. Impress your friends with a whole roast chicken on a bed of crispy red potatoes and fresh herbs. Bon appetit! (via Refinery29)
Root Beer Pulled Pork
Barbecue sauce is a summertime necessity. The next time you get a hankering for that sweet, smoky flavor, try these pulled pork sandwiches. This is one of those 3-ingredient recipes that's sure to have you coming back for seconds! (via The Girl Who Ate Everything)
Potato Gnocchi Pasta
Transform ordinary kitchen staples like potatoes, eggs and flour into light and fluffy gnocchi! Grab that half-used jar of pasta sauce that's been hanging out in the back of the fridge, and you've got a 3-ingredient meal just asking to be devoured. (via Eugenie Kitchen)
Veggie Burger
Craving a burger... but not the beef? Blend together some plant-based tempeh, egg and harissa (a red chili paste), and you’ll get a veggie burger that is not only filling and but also packed with flavor and protein. (via Earthy Feast)
Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Don't know what to bring to the next potluck? These three ingredient meatballs are a real crowd pleaser, and since you're making them in the crock pot, you won't have to rush at the last minute. They'll be ready when you are. (via Frugal Fanatic)
Avocado Chicken Salad
Dress up some leftover chicken (or even rotisserie) with avocado, cilantro, and salt + pepper to make a lunch you won't mind eating two days in a row. Enjoy this 3-ingredient recipe on a bun or as a filling for lettuce wraps! (via Hip 2 Save)
3-Ingredient Chili
Sometimes you just need a good, hearty meal, but don't have the time to stand around a simmering pot all day. Now, you can have the best of both worlds! This 3-ingredient chili is great on its own but would also be a good way to use up any leftover veggies hanging out in your crisper. (via I Heart Naptime)
Watermelon Granita
Kick back and cool down this summer with a bite of this easy-to-make granita! The prep work takes a little patience, but is sooo worth it. Save the watermelon rind and repurpose it as a serving bowl for a fancy display. (via The Kitchn)
Apple Juice Chicken
This 3-ingredient recipe may have been created by accident, but our love for it was meant to be. Coated in a sauce of reduced apple juice, this is one dish you'll never mess up or pass up. (via Oatmeal With a Fork)
Peanut Butter Cookies
We all have those days where the only cure is a sweet treat. Use up that half-empty jar of peanut butter that's stting in your cabinet, and make something worth sharing on Instagram – #YUM! 3-ingredient recipes have never looked so enticing. (via Barefeet in the Kitchen)
Summertime Salsa
Salsa is good on just about everything, and can add a punch to even the blandest of meals, so it’s important to have a go-to recipe. This 3-ingredient variation is foolproof! (via South County AZ)
Hummus
A perfect spread for sandwiches or a dip for pita chips, hummus is a healthy and versatile condiment or snack to have in your kitchen. Make a big batch and it will stay good for at least a week… if it lasts that long! (via The Space Between)
Pumpkin Bread
Pumpkin spice season might be long gone, but with this easy recipe you can get your fix any day of the year! This 3-ingredient recipe tastes so good, you might even be tempted to share the yum. (via Bower Power)
Garlic Cheddar Biscuits
Biscuits are a great companion to any meal, from soups to salads, and since this 3-ingredient recipe is so easy to make you’ll be able to whip up a batch in a snap. (via Two Twenty One)
Gin Tarragon co*cktail
Everyone should have a simple, but impressive co*cktail recipe in their arsenal. Whether you’re hosting a backyard dinner party or just getting together with the girls, this is one drink that should always be on the VIP list. (via Freutcake)
Sweet and Sticky 3 Ingredient Apricot Chicken (with Cauliflower Rice)
Just looking at this meal makes it hard to believe it's one of the 3-ingredient recipes you're thinking about adding to your weekly roster. But — kid you not — you only need a jar of apricot preserves, Russian dressing, and the skin from chicken thighs to make it. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Which 3-ingredient recipes are you going to try this weekend?
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This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.
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Chloe Williams
Feb 23, 2024
There are some rom-coms you can never watch too many times. For me, it's Set It Up and 13 Going on 30. There is just something about the magic of watching two friends fall in love that restores my faith in humanity every time I press play. Plus, it doesn't hurt that both of those movies revolve around female writers in New York City. It's like I'm watching a different version of my life play out onscreen!
In honor of a friend's 30th birthday, I just rewatched the 13 Going on 30 movie, and in addition to my usual kicking-my-feet-and-screaming reaction the whole time, I noticed a detail about the end I'd never seen before — and it makes the whole movie so much more impactful.
What happens at the end of 13 Going on 30?
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After Jenna returns from her time jump (which I'm firmly convinced is a dream), reconnects with Matty, and bravely confronts Tom-Tom and the Six Chicks, we see one of my favorite rom-com endings ever. Jenna and Matt (played by Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo) tie the knot and settle into a charming pink house before sharing a packet of razzles. However, one detail about the whole scene means I'll never watch 13 Going on 30 the same way again: the house they move into as a married couple mirrors the dream house Matty thoughtfully created for Jenna's 13th birthday party.
The fact their real house looks exactly like the dream house is much more than a fun design detail. This connection between their past life and their present life carries profound emotional implications because it reflects Matty's unwavering devotion to Jenna's dreams.
Do Matt and Jenna end up together in 13 Going on 30?
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We see right from the beginning of the movie that there's always been a bond between Matty and Jenna. They have inside jokes, and even though they both have opposite reactions to middle school popularity, they know they can count on each other. And the dream house is the one object that represents both how well Matt knows Jenna and how much he genuinely cares about what she cares about.
His willingness to create the dream house in the first place highlights his attentiveness and kindness, especially since it's filled with so many things she loves. Matt's entire arc — from making the dream house to splitting a pack of Razzles at the park because Jenna loves them — shows that he loves with his actions. After he warms up to the idea that Jenna's in his life again, he loves her with open arms, and it takes Jenna learning he's engaged to someone else to realize she loves him back.
What is the lesson of 13 Going on 30?
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Jenna finally accepting Matt and his pink house after throwing him out of her birthday party as kids highlights her own growth as a character. After an entire movie where Jenna moves through her supposed dream life, the 13 Going on 30 movie ending highlights that her true dream life is one spent with the person she loves — not one that gives her a glitzy lifestyle at the expense of all her relationships.
The end of the movie isn't about giving up an independent lifestyle or swapping the excitement of New York City for the suburbs. It's more that Jenna did get everything she ever wanted — the job, the money, the fashion — but she was doing it all alone. She got to the top, and it didn't make her happy. To me, the true lesson in 13 Going on 30 is that relationships in all their forms are so much more meaningful than whatever material things we could accumulate.
Where can I watch 13 Going on 30?
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13 Going on 30 is streaming on Netflix right now. You can also watch a 13 Going on 30 cast reunion in The Adam Project, which brings Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo back together!
Why did Mark Ruffalo almost quit 13 Going on 30?
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Mark Ruffalo is literally such a perfect Matt that I can't believe he almost backed out of 13 Going On 30 altogether! Because of his initial hesitation to dance in the Halloween party's "Thriller" scene, Jennifer Garner had to convince him to stay in the movie.
"The dancing was horrible. I almost didn't want to do this movie," he says in an interview. "I literally read it and I'm like 'I can't do this movie. I can't get up and do those scenes'...When [Jennifer Garner] dragged me out (onto the dance floor) she was literally dragging me out and I had hours of rehearsal with a dance coach who taught me how to do all the moves and stuff and still, when we got into actually shooting it and there were 300 extras around, I did not want to do that scene."
But Mark Ruffalo's nerves (and his self-perceived lack of dancing skills) definitely go unnoticed onscreen. And the fact that Mark can seamlessly capturing the essence of stepping out of your comfort zone for love shows just how perfect he is for the role — and makes me love him even more.
What do you think about the 13 Going on 30 ending? Do you think Jenna's time jump was real, or a dream? Let us know all your thoughts in the comments, and check out 5 Details From The Summer I Turned Pretty Ending That Reveal Who Belly Ends Up With In Season 3!
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Olivia Bria
Feb 23, 2024
There’s nothing like a modern soap opera from the 2000’s. and The O.C.still tugs on people’s heart strings like any post 90’s teenage drama series — just look at One Tree Hillor Gossip Girl. While the show was only 4 seasons, it continues to garner some loyal fans thanks to online streaming services.
After Mischa Barton recently revealed her off-screen romance with co-star and on-screen love interest Ben McKenzie on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast, we can’t help but wonder where the rest of the cast is now. Get ready to step back into California as we update you on what the stars are up to IRL.
Mischa Barton — Marissa Cooper
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Spoiler Alert: Everyone remembers (and is traumatized by) the tragic death of Misha Barton’s character, Marissa Cooper, during the season three finale. Since then, Barton has appeared on Season 22 of Dancing with Stars and starred in the reboot of iconic soap Neighbours for a 10-week guest stint in Australia in 2023.
The actress’s recent guest appearance on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast has her revisiting life The O.C., speaking on her mental health and familial issues both during and after filming. One of the biggest takeaways? Barton dated co-star Ben McKenzie IRL during the show — and if you're wondering about their age gap, he was 25 and she was 17... Needless to say, her abrupt exit from the show makes a lot more sense through the lens of that breakup.
Per Daily Mail, Barton is last linked to boyfriend Gian Marco Flamini, although it’s unclear whether they are still in a relationship.
Ben McKenzie — Ryan Atwood
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Ben McKenzie (known for his character Ryan Atwood) is now an author and actor. After The O.C., McKenzie took on some notable roles in Johnny Got His Gun, Southland, and landed his first voice acting role in Batman: Year One. He then returned to the Batman world in Gotham on Fox from 2014 until 2019.
He then made his broadway debut with Second Stage Theater in 2020 for Bess Wohl’s Grand Horizons. McKenzie is married to actress Morena Baccarin and has two children.
Adam Brody — Seth Cohen
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Adam Brody, who played Seth Cohen on the show and is known for his appearance on Gilmore Girls, is currently married to Leighton Meester (AKA the queen Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl) with two kids. Brody had a public relationship with co-star Rachel Bilson but split while still filming the show in 2006. Since the series ended, he’s acted on projects such as River Wild, The Kid Detective, American Fiction, and more.
Rachel Bilson — Summer Roberts
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Rachel Bilson is reminiscing on her time as her character, Summer Roberts, in a rewatch podcast with Melinda Clarke. Although her that podcast wrapped in 2023, Bilson continued the comedy podcast “Broad Ideas with Rachel Bilson & Olivia Allen). The actress starred in the Hart of Dixie until 2017 and Take Two in 2018. She has one child, Briar Rose, with former beau and Canadian actor, Hayden Christensen. She sparked dating rumors with actor and musician Garrett Hedlund, per Extra TV.
Peter Gallagher — Sandy Cohen
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Peter Gallagher, who played Adam Brody’s father in the show, was a longtime actor before landing his gig as Sandy Cohen. The While You Were Sleeping actor has made recent appearances in Grey’s Anatomy as Dr. David Hamilton and Grace and Frankie as Nick Skolka. He has been married to Paula Harwood since 1983 and has 2 children.
Kelly Rowan — Kirsten Cohen
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Actress Kelly Rowan played Sandy Cohen's wife and Seth Cohen's mom during her time on the show. After The O.C., Rowan starred in a handful of films and television shows, but she hasn't acted much recently — her last project was a movie called Tulips In Spring in 2016. She was previously engaged to David Thomson (who she shares a 16 year old daughter with), but according to Hello! they broke it off before the wedding bells rang.
Melinda Clarke — Julie Cooper
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Melinda Clarke, known for playing Marissa Cooper's mother, made a brief return to The O.C. world with Rachel Bilson on their rewatch podcast which ended in 2023. From 1997 to 2005, Clarke was married to Ernie Mirich, and they share one child together. She's been with her current husband, Adam Farmer, since 2015. Clarke still acts, with titles like Fantasy Island, The Vampire Diaries, and Entourage under her belt since her stint on The O.C.
Tate Donovan — Jimmy Cooper
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The other half of Marissa Cooper's parents, Tate Donavan just played Stanley Clotfelter in the award-winning film The Holdovers. Donovan is no stranger to the screen either, working on projects like Ghosted, Rocketman, and Argo. One of my fave works of Donavan's has to be his voice acting as Hercules in the Disneyclassic of the same name — truly iconic! Donovan was married to Corinne Kingsbury from 2005 to 2008, and hasn't remarried since.
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