Entertainment

From a Hollywood icon to must-try food, these shows spotlight the Gulf Coast

Stories by Biloxi SunHerald journalists, with AI summarization

With the beauty of the Gulf Coast, TV shows and movies often film here.

If you are looking for something to watch, check out these shows that will tug at your heart strings, make you hungry and make you wonder about long lost family members.

1. ESPN's series "TrueSouth" returned to highlight Mississippi's coast in its fourth episode this season, focusing on Ocean Springs' vibrant arts and culinary scene. The eighth season of the show debuted Sept. 2 on SEC Network. Episode four is scheduled to air Oct. 14.

2. A reality show, "Relative Race," is filming later this fall in Ocean Springs as part of its Season 17. It sends teams on a quest to find long-lost family members and win a $50,000 prize. Its 16th season premiers Sept. 21 on BYUtv, a service of Brigham Young University in Utah.

3. HBO's "My Mom Jayne" revisits Jayne Mansfield's life and tragic death in a car crash near the Gulf Coast, highlighting her Hollywood legacy through her daughter’s perspective. The film released June 27 on HBO Max.

Read more in the stories below:

Jayne Mansfield

NO. 1: HBO’S ‘MY MOM JAYNE’ REVISITS HOLLYWOOD STAR JAYNE MANSFIELD’S LIFE, TRAGIC 1967 GULF COAST CRASH

Mariska Hargitay honors her mother, Jayne Mansfield, in a powerful new HBO documentary that uncovers hidden truths, legacy and lasting impact. | Published June 18, 2025 | Read Full Story by Lillian Foster

The famous Burger Burger sandwich with a secret sauce at Burger Burger in Biloxi. By Julian Brunt

NO. 2: ESPN WILL HIGHLIGHT MS COAST LOCATIONS IN TWO EPISODES OF EMMY-WINNING SERIES

ESPN crews visited South Mississippi months ago and will highlight region’s blend of art, culture and food. | Published July 24, 2025 | Read Full Story by Scott Watkins

Fort Maurepas in Ocean Springs on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. By Jackson Ranger

NO. 3: A HEARTWARMING REALITY TV SHOW IS FILMING IN THIS MS COAST CITY. SEE THE DETAILS

A reality television show is filming next month in Ocean Springs. | Published September 18, 2025 | Read Full Story by Martha Sanchez

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.