From The TV IV < Modern Family. "While there are good amusements in all the subplots, this episode feels cluttered for a finale. Parks and Recreation never acknowledged who or why characters spoke to the camera. Mitchell (Jesse Tyler Ferguson) agrees to represent her in court, and at Gloria's urging, he ends up negotiating the acquittal of numerous other defendants to the increasing ire of the judge. Jay reunites with the older woman he had a very special first experience with (wink, wink) when he was 18, before heading off to war. I was shipping off to Vietnam, you had the ass of a young Ann Ma C'mon does Gloria really look like the kind of woman who would r About Us | Copyright Inquiry | Privacy Policy | Contact Us. "[6], Wyner C from Two Cents TV gave a good review to the episode saying that it was kind of bittersweet one. " Los Angeles, Tuesday, January 14 2014 -- The Cinema Audio Society announces the nominees for the 50th Annual CAS Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Sound Mixing for 2013 in six categories. Thought it was great and sweet. The family goes to Florida for Phil's mother's funeral. Julie Bowen (Claire Dunphy), One of them is a Bronze Star Medal, which Jay tells her is the "wrong branch of service". While Phil was completely against the idea, Claire (Julie Bowen) insisted he at least pursue her last request. Gloria has to contend with an outstanding arrest warrant in Florida, Cam finds himself fitting right into an elderly women's group at Frank's retirement community, and Jay runs into a pivotal person from his past. Instead, it asked Phil to set his dad up with a nice lady from the neighborhood, Annie Fitzsimmons (Anita Gillette). - Manny and Luke get comfortable in the retirement community. Goodnight, Gracie 22 May 201320 min Available on STARZPLAY S4 E24: Everyone flies down to Florida to be with Phil after his mom's passing. Femiecox. Really enjoyed this episode despite it being a downer of a subject. Modern Family Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. Everyone flies down to Florida to be with Phil after his mom's passing. The women are insatiable gossips, just like Cam, and the stories he overhears are proved valuable later. Jay told her he regretted not calling her back, but she said she kept something of his. First, there was The Office in 2005. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Jay thought Mitchell would be good backup just in case, but they figured who would ever believe Gloria looked like the sort of person who would run a whorehouse? A death on a sitcom is hard to do, but with "Goodnight Gracie," Modern Family achieved the perfect balance lighthearted comedy, touching human emotion and heartwarming family drama.. Everyone flies down to Florida for Phil's mother's funeral. Contents 1 Plot Summary 2 Episode Description 3 Main Cast 4 Guest Starring 5 Continuity 6 Trivia 7 Cultural References 8 Gallery Plot Summary Everyone flies down to Florida to be with Phil after his mom's passing. Ann Magnuson (Shelley), Check out the hottest fashion, photos, movies and TV shows! On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Alex Dunphy: [reading from her grandmother's note] This is a lighter. She appears to have passed away in her sleep as her daughter-in-law Claire "She went very peacefully in her sleep.". See also Then it must have been the medal. Something he realized, too, given all that she did for him. See production, box office & company info, The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show (1950). "The season definitely wasnt the best, but its going out until next fall on one of its strongest episodes. It follows the lives of three diverse family set-ups in suburban Los Angeles, linked by patriarch Jay Pritchett. "Goodnight Gracie" brought the family down to Florida for Phil's mother's funeral. (things stick together all the time in Florida). The ABC TV show "Modern Family" has filmed at the South Bay Galleria in Redondo Beach multiple times. GLORIA: Yes! His mother's last request was for Phil to set Frank up with Annie Fitzsimmons, a very nice lady who lived a few streets away. Then it must have been the love letters. Judy Kain (Doris), That I thought was good. Modern Family : "Goodnight Gracie" Production Mixer Stephen A. Tibbo, CAS Rerecording Mixer Dean Okrand Rerecording Mixer Brian Harman, CAS TELEVISION NON-FICTION, VARIETY or MUSIC. Your secret's safe with me." Nolan Gould (Luke Dunphy), I really enjoyed this episode. For the first time in my life, I did something I wasn't supposed to and slipped it into my pocket. #seasonfinale. When Jay is talking with the neighbor he thought was his "first", she presents him with various tokens she mistakes for gifts from him. "Our director, Jimmy, has been taking a really long time because he's a" Phil says. One day, he came to the restaurant where I was waitressing and accidentally left it behind. Ty Burrell (Phil Dunphy), Well, that big "reveal" happened on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Go make your mistakes with him! Cam (Eric Stonestreet) meets a few residents of the retirement community and when he sees that they have some common interests; subsequently, he spends time with them, talking about books and playing Mahjong. (LUKE: Is this chain in case you swallow it?) When he finally comes to represent Gloria, the judge settles the case since she can not stand to hear him anymore. The ABC TV show Modern Family has filmed at the South Bay Galleria in Redondo Beach multiple times. Jay: I was shipping off to Vietnam. Jeff Pomerantz (Marv), Then Parks and Recreation in 2009, which hailed from the same people who made The Office, and then Modern Family, also with a 2009 premiere. Chris Geere is perhaps best known for his role of Jimmy in the cult hit cable comedy Youre The Worst. 45:35. Which grossed Alex out until he explained he lit fireworks for herthen they made love all night. You'll have to forgive me. "Cam: Oh, who am I gonna tell?" Frank also pointed out there was more to Alex's card than "this is a lighter". Phil couldn't read the note his mother left behind, so Claire read it for him. His Jefferson High class ring. I felt the emotion and the love I laughed. And Modern Family? Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Mitchell Pritchett), Watch Modern Family - Goodnight, Gracie (s4 e24) Online - Watch online anytime: Buy, Rent. The . Sofa Vergara (Gloria Delgado-Pritchett), Mitchell (Jesse Tyler Ferguson), who helped Gloria to get a years-old bench warrant for conspiring to commit prostitution (she didn't do it!) Amanda Chubaty (@acchubaty) May 23, 2013, I hate season finales .. :(( #modernfamily I'm going to miss it for 4 months .. #pritchetts #dunphys #cam .. @modernfam. What he didn't expect was that he wasn't quite as memorable to her: #modernfamily Jay "It turns out she sent more boys off to war then Lyndon Johnson. Phil has to honor his mom's odd last request, Jay sees a familiar face, Mitchell defends Gloria in court, and Cameron makes some new friends. Vic D. Vine (Defendant), One of the customers saw and said "Don't worry. They were now determined to do whatever it took to separate Annie from her Jack LaLanne-wannabe boyfriend (never in my life did I think I'd use Jack LaLanne in one of these synopses), but it turns out the oily bo-hunk (come on, Sixteen Candles reference, you had to like that) was actually Annie's brother. The family goes to Florida for Phil's mother's funeral. Peggy Miley (Hattie), After she finished, she lit fireworks with Grace's lighter which was given to Alex. "Single men are in short supply here, and a lot of scheming harpies will swoop in before your father knows what hit him. One day, he came into the restaurant where I was waitressing and accidentally left it behind. It was very funny, and touching at the same time. Tonight's Modern Family included Liz Lemon's mother & the Arrested Development line "I've made a huge mistake." In a bit taped before coronavirus and social distancing, Phil (Ty Burrell) and Claire Dunphy (Julie Bowen) revealed who they've been talking to for the last 11 seasons of TV: Jimmy Kimmel. When Kimmel reveals the final product, the movie fails to impress. Your secret's safe with me." 'Modern Family' Season Finale Rests in Peace A death in the family brings the gang together. In the final season of The Office, viewers met the crew behind the documentary, which ended up airing on PBS. Clearly, by retirement community standards, Frank is quite the stud. Little did she know that the Florida humidity glued the card shut. Phil does not like the idea at all, but Claire (Julie Bowen) says that he has to honor his mother's wish, especially since it is her last one. Man, this season has been a huge disappointment. That customer turned out to be the love of my life: your grandfather. And Jay, right before he shipped off to Vietnam, became a man thanks to her. Eric Stonestreet (Cameron Tucker), GLORIA: Yes, that was the name of the whorehouse. <3, Lost track of all the guest stars in @modernfam. "Jimmy was actually the wedding videographer for Jay and Gloira's wedding," Phil explains. Phil's included Grace's dying wish to Phil's surprise, it's not to throw her ashes in the Pope's face. Just brilliant. The title comes from the erroneously attributed catchphrase from the Burns and Allen TV series. Here's what more fans are saying about the finale on Twitter! Home Improvement S 07 E 15 Say Goodnight, Gracie. (March 2015) " Goodnight Gracie " is the 24th and final episode of the fourth season of the American sitcom Modern Family, and the series' 96th episode overall. "Humorous and heartwarming. You never know what might happen. He befriends the local ladies group and claims that he's thrilled to be away from the day-to-day drama of his Cali lifestyle. Phil tries to become friends with him when he and Haley meet him at the station, but he accidentally convinces Rainer to ask out Haley to which she accepts. "In my opinion, a season finale should have a cliff hanger moment, or at least something that will make you come back in September, and Mitchell wanting to quit his job is not it to me. PHIL: When my dad is ready, he gets to pick his own girlfriend. He's been disenchanted with his boring desk job as an attorney lately and might head back to the courtroom in Season 5. But we already knew that, didn't we? Mahjong, anyone? In a bit taped before coronavirus and social distancing, Phil ( Ty Burrell) and Claire Dunphy ( Julie Bowen) revealed who they've been . "That's right. A death on a sitcom is hard to do, but with Goodnight Gracie, Modern Family achieved the perfect balance lighthearted comedy, touching human emotion and heartwarming family drama. It aired on February 12, 2020. (Jay didn't go to Jefferson High.) ALEX: This is a lighter. It aired on May 22, 2013. Claire helps Phil with Gracie's last wish for Frank, and the kids reflect on The moral of Grace's note to Alex and of the episode: "Every once in awhile don't be afraid to break the rules, you never know what can happen." In one last family trip, they head to Paris so Jay can accept a lifetime . As for everybody else, Mitchell was glad to be there (anything to get him out of the office), as was Cameron (anything to get him away from his gossipy friends), and Gloria took her mourning seriously, even wearing a black veil. Claire helps Phil with Gracie's last wish for Frank, and the kids reflect on the gift. ", There's little doubt that Season 4 signed off on a much-needed high note, considering its inconsistent season, but not everyone was on board. Paris is the thirteenth episode from Season 11 of Modern Family. Modern Family/Goodnight Gracie. He kept trying to jog her memory about it, but saying he was shipping off to Vietnam and she had the ass of Ann-Margret. Turn it on in Settings to view this website. This traditional suburban dream home was built in 2006 - only 3 years before Modern Family's television debut. Episode Details & Credits ABC | Air Date: May 22, 2013 Starring: Eric Stonestreet, Julie Bowen, Ariel Winter, Ed O'Neill, Sarah Hyland, Sofa Vergara, Ty Burrell, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Rico Rodriguez II, Nolan Gould, Aubrey Anderson-Emmons Summary: When Phil's mom dies, she leaves behind a message for Phil and each of the Dunphy kids. Donna Bowman of The A.V. Summaries (1) Synopsis (1) Summaries The family goes to Florida for Phil's mother's funeral. I didn't think it was too bad, but again, I was more interested in the various Dunphy plots than anything else, although Jay's wasn't horrible and Cam's started out alright. She appears to have passed away in her sleep as her daughter-in-law Claire "She went very peacefully in her sleep." The funeral was attended by family and friends of Grace, including her husband Frank and also the main characters, minus Lily and Joe. He guest-starred on one episode of Modern Family as a quirky musician, Izzy LaFontaine. The first thing seen at the ceremony was music being played on a clarinet. Spoilers The synopsis below may give away important plot points. (another defendant is VERY interested) Like you could afford me. Ruth Williamson (Marilyn), Co-Starring: And I must admit I got teary eyed towards the end when Phil was talking about his mom and later Alex with the fireworks. She never appeared on-screen but was mentioned in ", Haley mentions that she was in "real jail" (", Mitch says "SHAME!" While talking to her, he remembers that he lost his virginity to her when he was 18 but she has trouble remembering him. In Phil's letter she writes about the last thing she would want him to do for her, which is to set up his father, Frank (Fred Willard), with Annie Fitzsimmons, a woman who is a neighbor of them so he will not be alone. Ariel Winter (Alex Dunphy), The funeral was attended by family and friends of Grace, including her husband Frank and also the main characters, minus Lily and Joe. Which she explained she needed because she had a bench warrant in Florida. Phil's (Ty Burrell) mother passes away and the whole family flies to Florida for the funeral. Fred Willard reprises his role as Frank Dunphy, and. Cam and Mitchell from Modern Family are my favourite TV couple after Barney and Robin. Overall, brilliant. Sound off in the comments below. I haven't watched it yet, but has there ever been a Modern Family that "set it up for next season" outside of the pregnancy one? The Phil and Claire Dunphy house boasts 2,792 square feet of living space, 4 bedrooms, and 5 bathrooms (4 of which are en-suite). Phil thought it was crazy his mother said Frank would follow anything with a casserole, but Phil going right for the cookies Haley made might make you think otherwise. Edward Norton is a well-known actor known for starring in iconic movies like Fight Club, American History X, and frequently collaborating with Wes Anderson. Modern Family Goodnight GracieS4 E2422 May 2013 U/A 13+ Everyone flies down to Florida to be with Phil after his mom's passing. Modern Family Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. Fred Willard as Frank Dunphy Millicent Martin as Charlotte Anita Gillette as Annie Ann Magnuson as Shelley Caroline Aaron as Judge Bartley Mary Jo Catlett as Edith Peggy Miley as Hattie Ruth Williamson as Marilyn. Phil has to honor his mom's odd last request, Jay sees a familiar face, Mitchell defends Gloria in court, and Cameron makes some new friends. I did enjoy Phil's moment with the old lady. The Funeral of Grace Dunphy took place in the Season 4 finale "Goodnight Gracie". Phil has to honor his mom's odd last request, Jay sees a familiar face, Mitchell defends Gloria in court, and Cameron makes some new friends. Synopsis Haley's letter was accompanied by a necklace, Luke's by a pocket watch and Alex's by a lighter with a note saying "this is a lighter." And everybody heads back to California, although Manny and Luke didn't know why everyone's in such a rush. I didn't think that this episode was very funny and it really didn't set up next season either. 26:02. Pretty good. But overall, the episode was well-received particularly by fans and as Billy Nilles of Zap2It commented, "['Modern Family' has] been known for expertly marrying its farcical comedy with a heartfelt celebration of family. Anyone else kept thinking of the cable promo while watching certain scenes of this episode? You never know what might happen. Are you sure you want to leave and cancel your review? Please enter your birth date to watch this video: You are not allowed to view this material at this time. And let's not talk about the nice silver-haired lady who was making her coffee a bit more "Irish". All rights reserved. He got his Navy basic training in Pensacola. Jay runs into a pivotal person from his past. Frank also pointed out there was more to Alex's card than "this is a lighter" (things stick together all the time in Florida). Nothings changed as this season ends, and too frequently the show strains to fulfill its promise. Thankfully, Gloria got her cased dismissed before Mitchell tried to defend a black man wrongly accused of rape in the Depression-era South. It explains that once he partnered with Allen they had phenomenal. "Modern Family" Goodnight Gracie legendas. For the first time in my life, I did something I wasn't supposed to and slipped it into my pocket. Entertainment Television, LLC A Division of NBCUniversal. Share this on: Episode Info Number: Season 4 , Episode 24 Airdate: Wednesday May 22, 2013 at 21:00 Runtime: 30 minutes Apparently, Kimmel isn't the most tactful of observers, giving nicknames and constantly telling Cam (Eric Stonestreet) and Mitch (Jesse Tyler Ferguson) about gay men he meets. As Manny went to indulge in the amenities of the gated community (for seniorsyes, he fits right in), Cam ingratiated himself with a group of senior ladies discussing books. Mary Jo Catlett (Edith), Yeah I better go with her. [5], Michael Adams of 411mania rated the episode with 8.5/10 saying that it was an interesting season finale. While her death was not a surprise (she'd been sick), it still tugged on the heartstrings as the fam gathered to support Phil and his dad, Frank (Fred Willard). What mall did Modern Family film at? We're all in stitches. Just click the "Edit page" button at the bottom of the page or learn more in the Filming & Production submission guide. "Goodnight Gracie" is the 24th and final episode of the fourth season of the American sitcom Modern Family, and the series' 96th episode overall. That customer turned out to be the love of my life: your grandfather. Obviously the word funeral doesn't conjure up any heartwarming or humorous thoughts, but on this show that's. Glad they let Ty Burrell show off his acting chops beyond being goofy. Is Modern Family based in Florida? Modern Family Season 4 (2,590) 8.5 2013 X-Ray TV-PG A recipient of the 2010 Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series and a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series, Modern Family returns to ABC for its fourth season! So, dear Alex, who I love so dearly, who's probably too much like me for her own good, don't be afraid to break the rules. Alex, who felt she had a special bond with her grandmother, got a lighter. Most of the show's interior scenes are filmed on soundstages at the 20th Century Studios in Century City, Los Angeles, California. . Seriously, it's way past your bedtime.) Courtney Chase Lewis (@cclewis09) May 23, 2013. Jason McAdams (@JMill1120) May 23, 2013, Following some mishaps involving Claire taking the reigns and mistaking Annie's brother for her boyfriend, Phil does eventually talk to her, and she's as wonderful as his mom thought, leading him to have one last motherly moment and warm hug with the kind stranger, who if Grace's last wish is ever realized might someday be his stepmom. Who did Chris Geere play on Modern Family? "I've been observing the Pritchett and Dunphy families all day every day, all night every night, since 2009 like a fly on their wall," Kimmel says in the video above. Good ep. Well, that big "reveal" happened on Jimmy Kimmel Live. One day, he came to the restaurant where I was waitressing and accidentally left it behind. Were the old ladies at the retirement home all former sitcom characters or something? Sarah Hyland (Haley Dunphy), Tina D'Marco (Anita Menchaca), Genres Comedy Subtitles English [CC] Audio languages English Buy Episode 1 HD $2.99 Modern Family, Season 4 Episode 24, is available to watch and stream on ABC. TV Talk - Modern Family -- Season Finale -- "Goodnight, Gracie" -- 5/22/13 - Synopsis: Fred Willard ( Best in Show ) Returns as Frank Dunphy Goodnight, Gracie - Everyone flies down to Florida to be with Phil after his mom's passing. One of the customers saw and said "Don't worry. I don't seem to recall other cliffhangers at season's end. Jump to: navigation, search. Gloria mentions that she used to live in Florida and was a wanted woman there until Mitchell saved her from trouble. Intentional? Claire attempts to get Phil to fulfill his message, while Alex struggles to figure out what hers means. Modern Family (TV Series) Goodnight Gracie (2013) Filming & Production It looks like we don't have any Filming & Production for this title yet. Alex hugged her father and began her speech. director of photography Film Editing by Tony Orcena Casting By Jeff Greenberg Production Design by Richard Berg Aubrey Anderson-Emmons (Lily Tucker-Pritchett) (credit only), Special Guest Star: Hearing about some older guys first wasn't too entertaining until the "She sent more guys off to war than LBJ." Gloria has to contend with an outstanding arrest warrant in Florida, Cam finds himself fitting right into an elderly women's group at Frank's retirement community, and Jay runs into a pivotal person from his past. According to IMDb, the majority of the show has been shot inside the studio. But despite the lack of a cliff hanger, I thought this was a really well done episode. He was quite a hit, even taking them on in Mahjong. Jay: I was in the Navy. Aciune; Animaie; Aventuri; Biografic; Comedie; Crim; Documentar "It was hip to rag on Modern Family when this season started, as is natural for anything so lauded and yet so conventional. . About Us | Copyright Inquiry | Privacy Policy | Contact Us, Watch Modern Family Season 4 Episode 24 Online. Millicent Martin (Charlotte), "Obviously the word funeral doesn't conjure up any heartwarming or humorous thoughts, but on this show that's exactly what you'll get it," wrote Leigh Raines of TV Fanatic. Maybe first episode I've really liked this season. I was shipping off to Vietnam, you had the ass of a young Ann Margaret. | Consequently, Phil heads over to her house with the offer, but it is unknown whether the woman accepted it or not. (The characters striked out do not appear in this episode). #amazingshow #sogood #imababy #itdeservestheawards, Marigrace Alonso (@HeyImMg) May 23, 2013, 'Mandalorian' star Pedro Pascal, creators on new Grogu revelations and 'Last of Us' comparisons, Saved by the bell: Contestant ordered to keep mask on, in historic 'Masked Singer' first, Chris Pine admits 'it does look' like Harry Styles spit on him but this is what actually happened, Rebel Wilson 'collapsed' after Ramona Agruma proposal: 'I was so overwhelmed', Amy Grant recalls being 'so scared' to return to touring following serious bike accident. Grace Dunphy was Phil's mother who died in this episode. The note that came with it simply said "this is a lighter." Caroline Aaron (Judge Bartley), If there's one defense attorney I would work for, it would be Mitchell Pritchett #modernfamily, Kasey Muentner (@kasespace) May 23, 2013, How many crimes has Gloria been accused of committing and in how many countries? The Funeral of Grace Dunphy took place in the Season 4 finale "Goodnight Gracie". One customer saw her slip it in her pocket; it was Frank, and that's how they met. Certainly he needed his family there and hugged Haley, Alex, and Luke when they arrived and then the neck pillow Claire brought for him. - The whole family heads to Florida for Phil's mom's funeral. But when its good, as this fleet, funny, and sweet finale shows, there are few comedies on television more satisfying. Comedie, aciune, dram, . Before his mom passed, she left personal notes for Phil and the Pritchett kids. - Cam wonders why drama follows him everywhere. Be the first to contribute! The episodes are always best when the whole gang hangs together, and the finale almost nailed it on that point (Lily and baby Joe were absent), sending the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan to Florida for a funeral. Charlotte: I'm sure you're a very nice man, but I-I think you may have mistaken me for someone else. Los Angeles Modern Family was 2009's fall TV darling, exciting critics with the way it updated the conventional family sitcom by following three interconnected Los Angeles householdstwo of them. Modern Family Season 4 Episode 24 Goodnight Gracie. Frank had told her the story about how they missed the Fourth of July one year because they got drunk in the afternoon and took a little catnap that ran too long, so she and Frank made their own fireworks, which grossed Alex out until he explained he lit fireworks for herthen they made love all night. Starring: Meanwhile, Jay met one of Frank's neighbors, Charlotte. Phil has to honor his mom's odd last request, Jay sees a familiar face, Mitchell defends Gloria in court, and Cameron makes some new friends. Goodnight Gracie The family goes to Florida for Phil's mother's funeral. at 121 S. Cliffwood Avenue. "OH NOOOOOO she's gonna ask me to throw her ashes in the pope's face." My memory isn't what it used to be. Those are the two words I would use to describe the Modern Family season 4 finale. May 22, 2013 "Goodnight Gracie" is the twenty-fourth and last episode from Season 4 of Modern Family, it aired on May 22, 2013. There were other items in the box, none of which were his mother's ashes. Modern Family 2020. "Goodnight Gracie" is the twenty-fourth and last episode from Season 4 of Modern Family, it aired on May 22, 2013. Louise Claps (Irene), Later, Cam shares his gossips with Phil and Claire and it is revealed that the man who answered the door earlier was not the woman's boyfriend but in fact her brother. Oh, go fk yourself you freeloading creepy dick," Alex says. to the judge, which was his past quote from ". In 2009 the mall was the main backdrop for their pilot episode, 'Bad Santa. I know what they were going for, but it fell flat for me. In its original American broadcast, "Goodnight Gracie" was watched by 10.01 million; slightly down by 0.02 from the previous episode.[1]. Phil was appalled. Phil has to honor his mom's odd last request, Jay sees a familiar face, Mitchell defends Gloria in court, and Cameron makes some new friends. She knocks on the door quickly and Annie is a delightalthough the player with his shirt open and a white mullet wasn't so much. Not to mention that Phil teared up a particularly poignant moment. That got him an invite. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. He thought it was crazy. I didn't think it was anything special though. Which is exactly how his mother thought he'd react, but she wanted Frank to find someone before all the "vultures" came swooping in, given the very high female-to-male ratio of the community. Plot [ edit] Modern Family Goodnight, Gracie View in iTunes Available on Peacock, iTunes, Hulu S4 E24: Everyone flies down to Florida to be with Phil after his mom's passing. "[2], Leigh Raines of TV Fanatic rated the episode with a 5/5 saying that it was perfectly balanced. 2023 E! "What? 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