This week, Tommy is joined by actor Luke Thompson, who steps into the spotlight as Benedict Bridgerton in the newest season of Netflix’s global hit Bridgerton. After years of watching the series become a cultural phenomenon, this marks the first season in which Benedict’s love story takes center stage.

Luke opens up about what it means to carry the season as the lead, from the excitement and pressure of stepping into a role previously held by other Bridgerton brothers to discovering new layers of Benedict’s identity. He reflects on how Benedict has evolved since season one, how he sees him as the most free-spirited of the siblings, and what Benedict is truly searching for this season…love, freedom, or purpose. Luke also shares how collaborative the process was in shaping Benedict’s arc and whether stepping fully into the role revealed anything surprising about the character. Luke discusses the legacy of Bridgerton’s leading men, the influence of watching Regé-Jean Page take the role seriously in season one, and what he’s learned from sharing the screen with a dynamic ensemble cast. Thoughtful and intimate, this episode offers a deeper look at Benedict Bridgerton’s journey and the heart of the season, while getting to know who Luke Thompson is beyond his work.

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On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into why turning 40 is the ultimate glow-up. In a world obsessed with youth, I’m flipping the script and dropping some real truth: your 40s are better. This decade brings more confidence, clearer boundaries, deeper relationships, less chaos, and far more alignment. I have great memories from my 20s and 30s, but it’s stepping into my 40s that I truly feel exactly where I’m meant to be...and you should too. Because you EARNED the life you’re living today. Let’s celebrate that and dive into why your 40s are better than any decade before.

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This week, Tommy is joined by global pop culture icon, entrepreneur, and media force, Paris Hilton. Best known for redefining celebrity in the early 2000s, Paris has spent decades turning public perception into a powerful, multi-hyphenate career. Now, as she continues to evolve as an artist, producer, and advocate, she’s reclaiming her story on her own terms.

Paris opens up about growing up underestimated, navigating the New York club scene, and why the “dumb blonde” persona became both a character and a trauma response. She reflects on early reality TV and pop culture’s treatment of women, touching on figures like Britney Spears and the lasting impact of that era. Paris also discusses guiding her public image, what she’s most proud of today, and the moments that helped her truly believe in herself—including validation from artists like Madonna and Sia.

Later, she dives into her music journey…from Stars Are Blind to the deeper meaning behind Infinite Icon, as well as motherhood, forgiveness, and confronting painful chapters of her past publicly for the first time. The conversation also explores her advocacy work around AI, her hands-on role in developing a new television project with A24 alongside Elle and Dakota, and a deeply personal story she says she’s never shared before.

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