Mitchell Slaggert in Landman

I put together this piece last year, after seeing clips and images of the ultra hot Mitchell Slaggert in Landman.  Slaggert played Ryder, (great name) in four episodes of the Paramount+ western series.  I forgot about the piece as I haven't yet watched the show, and forgot about it until scanning my 'draft' posts earlier this week.

Although I haven't watched the show, the scene is really hot, and I did know of Slaggert, mostly his work as a model.  Although I've seen a few of his television his appearances, I knew him primarily as the face, and of course the body, for his work with Calvin Klein underwear.  Images of Slaggert, and his tight blue boxer briefs, were in everywhere a few years ago, and left a marked impression.

Mitchell Slaggert on Instagram

Landman

Celebrate, Educate, and Break Stereotypes

I'm bi, actually!'
Nick

If you were on social media yesterday, you may have seen a lot posts celebrating the start of Bisexual Visibility Month.  Bisexual Visibility is observed throughout September to celebrate the bi+ community, raise awareness, and combat biphobia and identity erasure.  Despite strides and increased visibility in entertainment and media, there continues to be biphobia both out, and within the larger LBGTQ community.

I of course had to celebrate with my bisexual boyfriend, and TV crush Nick Nelson.  If you watch Heartstopper, especially in season one, there many, including Nick himself, who struggle with his being bi.  I think Nick was one of the first bi characters on a show I watched and loved.

Of course actor Kit Connor also came out as bi, but that hasn't stopped either he, or co-star Joe Locke from landing a slew of upcoming roles.  In addition to Kit's role as Cyclops in the Marvel Universe, it was just announced he'll also play Robber Chambers in the upcoming Preppy Killer.  I'm also looking forward to seeing Kit, along with Will Poulter and Manu Ríos in Rapture, the queer medieval zombie horror flick due to start filming later this fall.

Locked & Looking...

Most viewers know I loved Heartstopper.  I only started watching last summer, but devoured the first two seasons in a short period of time.  Leads Joe Locke and Kit Connor bring both skill and emotion to their roles and I see myself in parts of both Charlie and Nick.  I was a high school athlete, (like Nick) but also had struggles similar to those that Charlie faced.

I struggled a bit with the third season, and it took me a little longer to finish.  I didn't love the tone and darker storytelling.  As important as the story was, and as incredible as the performances were, it took me longer to finish.  I also think I didn't want the show to end, knowing the third was the last full season.

If you're a fan of the show, you know that Heartstopper Forever, the movie to close the series, began airing last week.  That meant that Locke, Connor and the rest of the cast were all over the net doing interviews and promotion.  Both actors, at one point shared a bit of 'naked news.'  Locke shared that accidently posted a butt pic on his main Instagram.  It was a shot after a waxing, and meant for his private account for close friends.  Locke seemed pleased with the image, and shared it was out there if anyone was looking for it.  Of course I did, and the shot below has to be the pic he referenced. 

Kit Connor also talked about a night he and William Gao (Tao) were partying, and as many of us did, mooned the cars going by.  Connor also shared that there is a video out there.  Now, I'm guessing the video was taken by a friend, (maybe Locke or Tobie Donovan. (Isaac)   If this is the case, we'll most likely never see it.  If however, like Locke's photo, it eventually surfaces, I make sure to  find it.  Connor also shared that there were scenes he and Joe were 'buck naked' filmed for the movie that never made the final edit.  Hopefully a 'director's cut' will also eventually be released.

Seth Manteus in Trion

Middle-aged Hugo encounters his childhood loves' daughter, sending him back to when his younger self begins college.

I have not seen the Swedish series Trion, (internationally known as The Trio) but after seeing the perfect ass on actor Seth Manteus, (Hugo) I'll certainly be checking it out.  Trion is a coming-of-age drama series that premiered on SkyShowtime on June 1, 2026. Adapted from Johanna Hedman's bestselling novel, the six-part show explores an intense, complex love triangle among young adults Hugo, Thora, and August

Season 1, Episode 4

Jack Armstrong in Delivered

'Tumble out of bed and I stumble to the kitchen...'

A couple of years ago, I did a piece on the British anthology series Patterns.  In that piece, (HERE:) I spotlighted on episode, and the male nudity contained within.  Although this follow-up is a wee late, there was another episode that I wanted to give a  little attention.  

If you haven't seen the 8 episodes of the 2023 series, I'd certainly suggest finding it if you can.  I know it was on Prime Video for a time, but it doesn't appear to still be there, not in my region anyway.  Each of the eight episodes is self-contained, yet they all take place in the same universe, with some characters from some episodes showing up in others.

In episode 3, Delivered, Lionel, played by the beautiful Jack Armstrong.  Lionel is living his 9-5 life, but in this case, it's during the early days of the pandemic.  Although Lionel doesn't have to deal with low pay and a handsy boss, he does have other challenges.  As some of us remember, working from home has it's perks, but for some, there are also elements of isolation and loneliness.  

Lionel has a strict routine to help the days go by,  walking up, exercising, then a long shower before making and eating breakfast.  Then it's down to work.  Thankfully, the producers and director really leaned in to showing us Lionel's routine up close, including some great shots of him in the shower.

Like so many during the pandemic, Lionel orders in a lot of his meals, especially pizza It doesn't take long for Lionel to get obsessed with one of his pizza delivery guys and orders a pizza every day for weeks in order to connect with him.  As you can see from the caps, they do get to get together, for a short time anyway...  Actor Rufus Shaljean who plays Foster, the pizza delivery guy, also has some rear and full frontal nudity in the episode.

Rugby Arms

'I thought you liked my arms?'
Nick Nelson

If you watch Heartstopper, and why wouldn't you, you might remember the scene from Friend, an episode from the first season. You have strong rugby arms.  It's Charlie's birthday and he invites Nick to join he and friends for a night of bowling.  Nick of course wins the game, according to Charlie, due to having an unfair advantage with his 'strong, Rugby arms.'

I love me some Kit Connor, but I especially love me his Heartstopper character Nick Nelson.  Nick is the perfect boyfriend, strong, supportive, incredibly hot with those impressive rugby arms.  I don't love an overly muscled arm, or any body for that matter, but I do like strong arms, arms to hold on tight.  

Not just arms for holding your body, but to hold on for dear life when things get rough.  Holding on through difficult times is the key to a great relationship, and if you've seen season 3, you know Nick held on tightly to Charlie when he needed it most.

With the news that Heartstopper Forever is dropping this summer, I wanted to spotlight Nick and his strong rugby arms.  Although I'd rather a 4th season than a movie, I'm glad were going to get some closure.  I wish Olivia Coleman had managed to return, but I'm also looking forward to revisiting Charlie and Nick's world.  Hoping the title means they are indeed going to be together forever.

Romeo and Juliet

Heartstopper

The Better to hold you with.

The better to lift you with...