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Brilliant Minds Season Finale and More Highlights on Monday TV
On Monday, January 6, 2025, television viewers were treated to a packed lineup of premieres, finales, and special episodes. The medical drama Brilliant Minds wrapped its first season with a gripping two-part finale on NBC. The show, which follows Dr. Wolf and his team at Bronx General Hospital, shifted into disaster-movie mode as they responded to a building collapse. The finale introduced a game-changing twist that left fans eagerly anticipating a potential second season.
Meanwhile, Antiques Roadshow kicked off its 29th season with a visit to the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas. The episode showcased rare items, including a Winslow Homer watercolor valued at up to $320,000 and a 1960 ice cream cone display signed by Elvis Presley.
In a darker turn, TMZ aired a special profiling Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old accused of assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City last December. The report delved into Mangione’s alleged motivations, linking his actions to corporate greed.
Food Network‘s Kids Baking Championship returned for its 13th season, challenging young chefs to create animal-inspired tarts. Judges Valerie Bertinelli and Duff Goldman welcomed the contestants to a jungle-themed kitchen, complete with colorful parrots.
Other highlights included the Netflix debut of WWE Monday Night RAW, featuring appearances by John Cena, Cody Rhodes, and Roman Reigns, and a new theme song by Travis Scott. ABC also aired a Will Trent refresher ahead of its Season 3 premiere.