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This week’s episode on 90210 finally tied up some loose ends. But not without a lot of drama, of course!

Mr. Ryan Matthews (Ryan Eggold) returned to the halls of West Bev after taking a leave of absence for cavorting with a student, who was really a 25-year-old narc. Everything was straightened out and he got his old job back as the coolest English teacher. But while spending his time in South Dakota, he realized he was a burned-out, 23-year-old teacher interested in only cashing a paycheck. He’s not even interested in Kelly Taylor (Jennie Garth) anymore. Did anyone notice sparks between him and the new drama teacher? Is there anyone who is not hot for this guy? (more…)

The kids of West Bev were hot. They were sweltering. Actually, a heat wave had taken over Los Angeles, and the air conditioner at school broke down. Not a complete buzz-kill, Principal Wilson canceled class for a day — giving the students a reason to throw an impromptu beach party in January.

And the beach is where seriously heated conversations took place. After fainting in chemistry class and fueling rumors that she was using drugs again, Adriana (Jessica Lowndes) decided it was the right time to tell her boyfriend Navid (Michael Steger) that she’s pregnant. Adrianna also told Naomi (Annalynne McCord) her secret, and Naomi promised to stand by her no matter what she decides to do with the baby. Unfortunately, the news didn’t go over so well with Navid, who ended it with Adriana because he can’t deal with being in a relationship with a girlfriend who’s having another guy’s baby.

Meanwhile, not everything was golden between lovebirds Silver (Jessica Stroup) and Dixon (Tristan Wilds). Her cynical and negative attitude was beginning to bother Dixon, who was mocked for joining the school choir. So in a strange move, Dixon decided to tell her that he loves her. That’s when things got really AWKWARD. Silver’s reponse: um, “thank you.” (more…)

Looks like Donna Martin will return to 90210 after all! Tori Spelling is in “final negotiations” to return to the world’s most famous zip code, a show rep confirms to PEOPLE.

The actress, who was set to star in the CW’s spin-off when it was announced — but then had “no plans” to join the show for its fall debut — is close to finalizing a deal to be in multiple episodes. But details of the deal, which was first reported by EW’s Michael Ausiello, are still unknown.

Internet rumors credited everything from money to a rivalry with current 90210 star Shannen Doherty as reasons her initial deal fell through. But Spelling, daughter of the original show’s producer Aaron Spelling, was always supportive of the show.

“I hope it turns out to be a really great show, just for my dad’s legacy,” she said in August. “I was originally a part of [90210] and it was something pretty phenomenal, so I hope it turns out great.”

Any other original cast members scheduled to appear?

Unfortunately, Jason Priestley, who played good-guy Brandon Walsh in the original, won’t be in front of the camera. But he will be directing the new cast of his alma mater starting later this month. His episode will air March 18.

Tell us: Are you excited to see Donna back in 90210?

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It was another jam-packed episode of 90210 Tuesday, with four shocking revelations for the beautiful people of Beverly Hills.

First: Adriana is pregnant! At a support group with her sponsor, Kelly (Jennie Garth) and Brenda (Shannen Doherty) by her side, recovering addict Adrianna (Jessica Lowndes) learned that her friend, who she slept with a “couple times,” contracted HIV and relapsed. Brenda and Kellie insisted she get herself tested and accompanied her to a clinic. There, Adriana found out that she’s HIV-negative — but she was pregnant! After plenty of tears, she called Navid (Michael Steger).

Second: Brenda can’t have kids! At the clinic, Brenda freaked out when she heard that Adrianna was pregnant and ran out. Later, Kelly confronted her and Brenda revealed that she had complications with her thyroid problem and will not be able to have children of her own. “I’m pathetic. I’m jealous of a 16-year-old girl,” she explained about why she left suddenly. But then she revealed that she wanted to adopt. (more…)

Can Brenda (Shannen Doherty) and Kelly (Jennie Garth) work together to help Adrianna (Jessica Lowndes) without fighting on the all-new 90210?

The one-time besties have shared secrets and milestones while battling over boyfriends and even crushes — most recently, hot English teacher Mr. Matthews (Ryan Eggold) — for decades. But in an upcoming episode, Kelly doesn’t want to walk down memory lane, but instead asks Brenda to help Adrianna, who is a recovering drug addict. Watch what happens!

90210 returns 8 p.m. Tuesdays, starting Jan. 6, on the CW.

Fans the CW’s 90210 have been clamoring for a good, old-fashioned bad boy to rattle the lockers at West Beverly High. Well, meet the new guy — Liam, played by Matt Lanter.

Lanter, who voices the role of Anakin Skywalker on the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars, and who also played a really, really bad boy — Brody Mitchum, the high school jock who once put predatory moves on Claire Bennett (Hayden Panettiere) on Heroes — has been cast for multiple episodes, the first of which will air in February. It seems Liam will be shaking things up, specifically with Naomi (AnnaLynne McCord)!

Perhaps Liam will be the new Dylan McKay for this generation?

90210 returns with new episodes on Tuesday, Jan. 6. – Cynthia Wang

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There’s going to be trouble in paradise on 90210.

Keep reading to find out Adrianna’s shocking news.

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Sean, the long-lost son of Harry Wilson (Rob Estes) and Naomi’s mother started off his stint in 90210 by causing some trouble. Dixon (Tristan Wilds) — who until now was Harry’s No. 1 son — started acting out. Tired of his dad giving attention to Sean, he decided to throw elbows on the lacrosse field. Harry took him out of the game, which led to a father-and-son moment between them.

Side note: Rob Estes is becoming the hottest guy on the show. His earnest speeches are intoxicating.

Dixon quickly matured and extended an olive branch to Sean, his new brother with a Southern drawl, who is moving in with the Wilsons. But there’s trouble on the horizon. In the final scene, he made a call to an unknown person and said it was all good — except he spoke with no accent and sounded quite sinister.

Quick question: Is he working with Naomi’s mom? (more…)

90210 opened with a bang: walking the halls of West Beverly, Naomi (AnnaLynne McCord) spied her ex Ethan (Dustin Milligan) making out with new girl Annie (Shenae Grimes). Stunned, she made her way to English class, where she thought everyone already knew about the secret couple. But it turns out they were talking about Mr. Matthews (Ryan Eggold), who is taking a “leave of absence” for hooking up with a student (who is really an undercover cop, trying to bust a drug dealer).

Kelly’s back! After a visiting Dylan, Kelly (Jennie Garth) can report he had “the same cheekbones, the same sideburns and the same commitment issues,” so Kelly quickly refocused her attention on the latest drama, questioning Mr. Matthews and “student” Kimberly in an attempt to get to the bottom of their inappropriate relationship.

Naomi wasted no time plotting to spoil Annie’s upcoming sweet 16, playing dumb and secretly inviting her old boyfriend from Kansas, the hunky Jason, to Beverly Hills as a surprise. At an awkward dinner with the whole gang, Ethan pulled Annie aside and asked her to tell Naomi and Jason that they’re a couple. She squirmed her way out of it for now, but then Jason, who’s staying with her brother Dixon (Tristan Wilds), kissed her while they’re brushing their teeth in the bathroom later that night. (more…)

On Tuesday’s episode of 90210, in between Election Day news interruptions, Principal Wilson (Rob Estes) sat down with his wife, who deserves couture for the amount of understanding she has exhibited, and two kids and came clean, telling them he had another son that he didn’t know about until two months ago. Annie (Shenae Grimes) and Dixon (Tristan Wilds) had nothing to say except they were going to be late for school.

While Annie was freaking out, Naomi (AnnaLynne McCord) took it in stride and pointed out that they were sisters. Hmm, neither of them share a parent, but they share a brother. Does that make them half-siblings? Totally confused. In an effort to make nice, Silver (Jessica Stroup) invited Naomi and Adrianna to her slumber party, which ultimately turned into a full-blown house party. (more…)