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I Genuinely Need To Rewatch "Hannah Montana" After Hearing Jason Earles's Favorite BTS Memories
Did somebody say "Sweet niblets"? Twenty years after "Hannah Montana" premiered, Jason Earles shares how he developed Jackson’s character, his favorite on-set stories — and yes, he still remembers the "cheese jerky" song word for word.
I Genuinely Need To Re-Read The "Warriors" Books After Hearing These 10 Fascinating BTS Stories From Author Erin Hunter
Vicky Holmes, AKA the "OG Erin Hunter," shares a look back at the creation of the beloved series and the lore behind some of "Warriors" most iconic moments.
10 Years Later, AURORA Opens Up On The Songs, Stories, And Journey Behind Her Groundbreaking Debut Album
AURORA celebrates 10 years of the album that introduced her to the world: "I'm really happy to live this life and be able to meet people in the way that I've gotten to do."
15 Years After "Wanted," Hunter Hayes Opens Up About Growth, Fame, And New Album "Evergreen"
Multi-platinum musician Hunter Hayes opens up about new album "Evergreen," his growth as an independent artist, and the lessons he’s carried since his debut.
From "Descendants" To The Underworld: Joshua Colley Talks Becoming Orpheus In "Hadestown"
From starring in "Descendants: The Rise of Red" to returning to Broadway in "Hadestown," we spoke to Joshua about his artistic growth and stepping into his dream role.
The "Survivor 50" Cast Revealed How Their Past Seasons Shaped Their Epic Return — And I’m Ready For The Tea
Straight from the red carpet, the "Survivor 50" cast reveals the lessons from past gameplay that shaped their approach to this milestone season.
I Sat Down With Chris Paul After Announcing His Retirement, And Jarred Vanderbilt During NBA All-Star Weekend
"After announcing retirement yesterday, I'm excited... More than anything, just show up for friends and family. I ain't been able to do that for a long time, but I'm excited about that."
"I Hope That It Gives Hope": Joshua Bassett Opens Up About His Memoir, "Rookie," Returning To Theater, And His Most Personal Chapter Yet
With his "Little Shop of Horrors" debut and a memoir on the way, Joshua Bassett reflects on the creative journey behind his latest chapter.
Benson Boone Just Told Me Which Artists He Wants To Collab With, And I'm Literally Begging The Universe To Make It Happen
I'm sure this song would go 5x platinum.
I’ll Never Watch "A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms" The Same Way Again After Hearing These 7 BTS Stories From Its Stars
Stars Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell, and showrunner Ira Parker open up about casting Dunk and Egg, building their friendship, and stepping into the world of Westeros.
15 "Ponies" Facts, Including How Emilia Clarke And Haley Lu Richardson Became The Show's Superpower
"Ponies" creators Susanna Fogel and David Iserson discuss Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson's chemistry, getting Fleetwood Mac songs, and tease a potential Season 2.
8 Incredible "Jimmy Neutron" Stories From Stars Debi Derryberry And Carolyn Lawrence That’ll Make You Want To Rewatch The Series
The voices of Jimmy and Cindy look back on "Jimmy Neutron’s" journey from Oscar-nominated film to television classic.
I'll Never Watch "HTGAWM" The Same Way Again After Hearing These Memories From Jack Falahee And Matt McGorry
The actors who brought Connor and Asher to life reflect on their iconic roles, share stories from set, and discuss what it’s like revisiting the show over a decade later.
"I Really Hope The Book Starts Conversations": Jennette McCurdy Opens Up About Writing "Half His Age" And Exploring Female Rage
In her debut novel, "Half His Age," Jennette McCurdy explores rage, desire, and self-discovery. We sat down with Jennette to learn about her creative journey and finding her voice.
20 Years Later, Kenny Ortega Reflects On The Moment He Knew “High School Musical” Would Change Lives
"I'm just so grateful that everywhere I've gone, all over the world, people have come up to me and said, 'You were a part of the fabric of my childhood.'"
"High School Musical" Star Lucas Grabeel Reveals What He Took From The Set, And More Behind-The-Scenes Stories From Filming
Lucas opens up about improvised jazz squares, his bond with Ashley Tisdale, and where he thinks Ryan Evans would be two decades later.
20 Years Later, KayCee Stroh Reflects On "High School Musical," Martha, And Breaking The Status Quo
As "High School Musical" turns 20, KayCee shares favorite memories, behind-the-scenes of iconic songs, and what being a Wildcat means to her.
Ashley Johnson Discusses Changes To Yasha's Story In "The Mighty Nein" Season 1, Plus [Spoiler] Voicing Zuala
Ashley Johnson breaks down changes to Yasha's character arc from Critical Role's Campaign 2 to "The Mighty Nein," and why it was important to do so.
14 "The Mighty Nein" Season 1 Behind-The-Scenes Facts Straight From The "Critical Role" Cast
The "Critical Role" cast shares their favorite Easter eggs from "The Mighty Nein" Season 1, how they developed all the magic, Yasha's story arc, and so much more.
"I Truly Can't Believe I'm Here": Jack Wolfe On His Broadway Debut And The Magic Of "Hadestown"
From London to New York City, Jack Wolfe opens up about his journey to "Hadestown," and the people who inspired him along the way.
Pamela Reed Reveals The "Kindergarten Cop" Scene That Had Arnold Schwarzenegger Laughing Uncontrollably
35 years later, Pamela Reed reflects on Kindergarten Cop: "When you play a character like Phoebe, this little gal with a tall mouth, it makes for great comedy. Arnold loved it, and so I think that just led to a really easy rapport."
20 Years After "Narnia," Georgie Henley Reflects On Her Iconic First Step Through The Wardrobe
Twenty years later, Georgie Henley opens the wardrobe once more to share stories from set, her castmates, and the magic of The Chronicles of Narnia.
William Moseley Talks "Narnia" 20 Years Later, Including The Iconic Moment That Was Actually Improvised
Two decades later, William Moseley reflects on the epic fight scenes, spontaneous moments, and lifelong friendships that made filming The Chronicles of Narnia unforgettable.
I'll Never Watch "Avatar: The Last Airbender" The Same Way After Hearing These Incredible Memories From Voice Director Andrea Romano
The legendary voice director shares behind-the-scenes stories from Avatar: The Last Airbender's most iconic moments, including Mako's "Leaves From the Vine."
"I Spent My Whole Life Trying To Be More White": Layla Taylor Steps Into Her Power On "Mormon Wives"
As a biracial woman, growing up in Utah shaped Layla Taylor from the start. Now she's finally telling her story.
“Her Shoes Were On The Wrong Feet”: "Little House On The Prairie" Star Rachel Greenbush Shares The Story Behind Carrie’s Iconic Opening Tumble
Rachel Greenbush breaks down the story behind the iconic opening sequence, early episodes, and the family atmosphere on set.
From “Leaves From The Vine” To The Tsungi Horn: "Avatar: The Last Airbender" Composer Jeremy Zuckerman On How The Music Came To Life
Jeremy Zuckerman shares stories behind Avatar: The Last Airbender's unforgettable music and its journey to a global concert stage.
"Little House On The Prairie" Star Karen Grassle Reflects On Bringing Television's Most Iconic Mother To Life
Fifty years later, Karen Grassle looks back on the magic of Walnut Grove, her incredible co-stars, and the lessons she carries from “Ma.”
What A Day On "Dancing With The Stars" Is Really Like, According To Jordan Chiles And Ezra Sosa
Performances? 10/10. Food choices? A+++.
I'll Never Watch "Avatar: The Last Airbender" The Same Way After Hearing These Incredible Memories From Azula Herself
Iconic voice actor Grey DeLisle reflects on bringing the Fire Nation princess to life, and how Azula’s tragic finale still moves her 20 years later.
I Sat Down With The "Bob's Burgers" Cast To Celebrate 300 Episodes, And It Was The Most Wholesome Conversation Of My Year
We caught up with the Bob’s Burgers cast at New York Comic Con to reflect on 300 episodes of laughs, love, and heartfelt chaos.
From Bastila To Shepard: Voice Acting Legend Jennifer Hale Dives Deep Into Her Most Iconic Roles
The voice behind Bastila Shan talks legacy, plot twists, bringing unforgettable characters to life, and the power of storytelling.
"I Immediately Focused On Sokka's Humor": "Avatar: The Last Airbender" Star Jack De Sena On Bringing The Fan Favorite Character To Life
From cactus juice to moon spirits, Jack De Sena reflects on bringing the humor and heart to Sokka.
"It Was The Only 'Goosebumps' Book Inspired By Real Life": R.L. Stine Shares The Inspiration Behind "The Haunted Mask"
R.L. Stine shares behind-the-scenes stories, reflects on his most iconic books, and reveals the real-life moment that inspired The Haunted Mask.
"Goosebumps" Illustrator Tim Jacobus Reveals The Hidden Details Behind 13 Iconic Covers
As someone who spent hours reading Goosebumps as a kid, I will never look at these covers the same way again!
"Avatar: The Last Airbender" Creators Reflect On 20 Years Of Aang, Favorite Episodes, And The Iconic Finale
From early inspirations to the unforgettable conclusion, the minds behind Avatar open up about the creative journey.
After Jennifer Lopez Made Comments About Her Past Relationships, Her Ex-Husband Ojani Noa Accused Her Of Cheating On Him
Well, that's one way to speak your mind.
I'll Never Watch "Avatar: The Last Airbender" The Same Way Again After Hearing These Incredible Memories From Aang Himself
From penguin-sledding to lion turtles, Zach relects on voicing a generation-defining hero at just 10 years old.
"What We Do In The Shadows" Star Harvey Guillén Reflects On The Show's Finale, His Favorite Drag Queens, And How He Fought For His Character's Mexican Roots Behind-The-Scenes
"I'd rather step out of line and say what's happening and do my part than look back and be like, I'm kind of bummed I didn't say anything. I'm also a part of the problem."
"A Cartoon Character Is Like A Promise": Jeff Kinney On The Evolution Of "Diary Of A Wimpy Kid," 20 Books Later
The bestselling author chats 20 books, middle school chaos, and why Greg Heffley continues to resonate with readers.
"Vanderpump Rules" Star Scheana Shay Reflects On Growing Up Feeling "Not Mexican Enough," And How She's Raising Her Daughter Differently
"I literally try to always stay out of politics, because I'm always afraid of saying the wrong thing...but I feel like the challenges and racism that the Latin community faces, especially in the heightened more recent times, with everything with ICE, it's not even a political issue at this point. It's a human issue."
"She Gives People Hope": "Avatar: The Last Airbender" Star Jennie Kwan On What Makes Suki A Fan Favorite 20 Years Later
From guest-starring role to lasting fan favorite, Jennie Kwan looks back on two decades of Suki and what the Kyoshi Warrior continues to represent.
Tefi Pessoa Reflects On How Coming From "A Very Long Line Of Chismosas" Led To Her Dream Career
"I think that's why I get hired to do the jobs that I do, because I really am having the time of my life. I really am."
"Mako Was Very Much An Uncle Iroh To Me": Zuko's Voice Actor Dante Basco On 20 Years Of "Avatar: The Last Airbender"
"Hello, Zuko here!" Dante Basco reflects on 20 years of the Fire Nation Prince, and how Mako and Robin Williams inspired him as real-life "Uncle Iroh" figures.
“I Fought Like A Bastard To Get That In”: Cassandra Peterson On The "Elvira" Scene That Almost Didn’t Happen
The Queen of Halloween opens up on Elvira's origins, classic film Elvira: Mistress of the Dark, and new book, Elvira's Cookbook From Hell.
"We’re Still Talking About It 20 Years Later": Toph's Voice Actor Michaela Murphy On The Enduring Power Of "Avatar: The Last Airbender"
Twenty years later, Michaela reflects on the lasting impact of Avatar, her favorite behind-the-scenes memories, and voicing the iconic earthbender.
What "I Dream Of Jeannie" Means To Barbara Eden, 60 Years Later
"We had such a good, good cast. They were all excellent at what they did, so it was very satisfying and fulfilling. The whole show was dear to my heart. It was a wonderful experience."
"Little House On The Prairie" Star Opens Up About Eliza Jane, First Day Nerves, And Those Super Thick Glasses
The actress behind Walnut Grove's iconic teacher opens up about her audition, first day nerves, and what it was like wearing those extraordinarily thick glasses.
"No Way Jane And Billy Aren’t Endgame": Erica Dasher Remembers "Jane By Design" And The Show's Lasting Impact
"I felt so connected to Jane. I couldn't believe that we had the legend Andie MacDowell, and that I was working underneath the Eiffel Tower...it was my first job, and it felt like I won the lottery."
Jenna Ortega And Gwendoline Christie Opened Up About Feeling Like Outcasts And Honestly, We’ve All Been There
We sat down with the stars in Sydney, where they revealed how being outsiders shaped them.
"The Basement Yard"'s Joe Santagato Dared To Care, And Now He's Performing At Madison Square Garden
"I'm following this excitement and this energy. It's bringing me to the next step. Once you can find something that excites you and something that you can't ignore, you will figure it out."
Scarlett Johansson And Mahershala Ali Taught The "Jurassic World Rebirth" Cast Some Seriously Wholesome Lessons
We sat down with Luna Blaise, David Iacono and Audrina Miranda ahead of the movie's at-home release to look back at their time on set.
Romance Author Jasmine Guillory Revealed She Writes Black Women As Main Characters Despite Dating Statistics Trying To Tell Us We're "Undesirable"
"Those shared experiences are so important to me. It's like there are times I read books and just feel seen."
"Little House Was A Dream Come True": Stan Ivar And Pamela Roylance Reflect On The Carter Family And The Show’s Final Season
The actors behind John and Sarah Carter reflect on moving into the Ingalls' house, support from Michael Landon, and working with the hilarious Katherine MacGregor.
"I Hope People Are Moved By The Songs": Griff On Touring With Gracie Abrams, Her Favorite Taylor Era, And One Year Of "Vertigo"
"Sometimes, as an artist, you sit with your songs for so long on your laptop, not knowing if they're any good. When you perform them live to an audience that loves the songs, you almost fall in love with them all over again."
KATSEYE Are Spilling The Deets On Their World Tour And (Possibly) Collaborating With TWICE
After a groundbreaking Lollapalooza debut, the girl group sat down with us to reveal what's next.
"Outsiders" Star Jason Schmidt Talks Life Lessons From Sodapop Curtis, And Journey Into Songwriting
Jason Schmidt opens up about playing Sodapop Curtis in Broadway’s The Outsiders, and how songwriting became his favorite way to tell stories.
“Little House On The Prairie” Casting Director, Susan McCray, Shares 10 Incredible Stories About Michael Landon And The World Of Walnut Grove
Legendary casting director Susan McCray opens up on Michael Landon: "Mike was just the best to work with. He was really funny, and he was also honest."
"I Was Pinching Myself The Whole Time": "Sky High's" Steven Strait Reflects On Filming The Cafeteria Fight, 20 Years Later
"We're in a huge studio, and there's all this wire work and fire, and people are being thrown all over the place. And it's like, wow, we're really doing this! I was pinching myself the whole time."
"Little House's" Patrick Labyorteaux Reflects On Andy Garvey, His Surprising Audition, And Bond With Merlin Olsen
"Merlin was an amazing guy who really took me under his wing."
"X-Men" Star Tyler Mane Shared Fascinating Sabretooth Stories, And I'll Never Watch The Snow Fight In The Same Way
"It was just so much fun to be a part of that movie. That was my first real step into acting and in a major feature like that. Just working with Hugh, working with Halle, working with Ian McKellen — it was just so fantastic."
Evanescence's Amy Lee Talks "Fight Like A Girl," Upcoming Album, And The Legacies Of "Fallen" And "The Open Door"
"Something I've come to trust more than I used to is that your voice comes from your heart."
If You're Still Recovering From The "We Were Liars" Shocking Ending, These 15 Suuuper Interesting Behind-The-Scenes Facts About The Series Might Help
We can't stop talking about We Were Liars.
Major Ways The "We Were Liars" TV Series Differs From The Book, And All The Juicy Behind-The-Scenes Details The Author Spilled About The Show
"Wow, this is something that used to exist only in my head, and now I'm standing in the middle of it."
Only Bob The Drag Queen Could In Their New Book Answer The Question: "What If Harriet Tubman Came Back To Life And Decided To Be A Hip-Hop Artist?"
From Drag Race to the New York Times Bestseller list — Bob is looking to tackle Broadway next!
"Little House Was Probably The Most Fun Of All": Bonnie Bartlett Reminisces On Grace Edwards, "Golden Girls," And Mr. Feeny's Continued Legacy
Bonnie Bartlett-Daniels reflects on her Little House role and the continued legacy of Golden Girls and Boy Meets World.
10 Questions With This Year's Youngest Tony Nominee Fina Strazza
"There's this pride that I take in bringing this role to life, and I couldn't see it any other way. Everybody is where they're meant to be, and it is like this beautiful symphony that we play every night."
"It Was The Best Job I Ever Had": "Little House's" Charlotte Stewart Shared 50 Years Of Incredible Miss Beadle Memories
Charlotte Stewart shares stories about her hilarious audition, friendship with Katherine MacGregor, working with Michael Landon, and more.
Rachel House Opened Up About Not Returning As Gramma Tala In The Live-Action Remake Of "Moana" And The Journey Of Playing Her Character
"When I get to play that character, I'm drawing from all my ancestors and my elders that I've been around or that I've been inspired by."
I Was Today Years Old When I Learned THIS Genius Japanese Convenience Store Hack
Laying down my life for a Family Mart Famichiki.
Kacey Musgraves Gets Real About Record Label Return, Australian Performances And Anime Inspiration
Dust off your guitar straps and pack your tissues.
"It's Never Too Late": "Young Rock" Star Uli Latukefu Spoke About The Importance Of Learning Your Cultural Language, And This Is Beautiful
"I don't care what anyone says, no matter how little or how much you speak your language, you're still Tongan. You're still Samoan."
P-Pop Sensation SB19 On Paving The Way For Other Filipino Talent, Their Latest EP "Simula At Wakas," And More
"It's been almost seven years, but nothing has changed. It's still you guys, and we are forever growing, and we hope that until the end we stay forever and stay true to each other. "
I Genuinely Can't Watch "The Last Of Us" Season 2 The Same Way Again After Learning These Facts About The Costumes
One change in Joel's costume design from "The Last of Us" Season 1 to Season 2 is that he tucks his shirts in now "like a dad would."
Rina Sawayama's Taking Over Anime, Music And Movies In 2025 And I'm Squealing With Excitement
We sat down with singer/songwriter and actress Rina Sawayama ahead of the 9th Crunchyroll Anime Awards to chat drawing inspiration from anime, new music and a surprise voice acting project.
Luciane Buchanan Revealed How A Wig Helped Her Land A Leading Role In Jason Momoa's Upcoming "Chief Of War," And This Is Too Funny
"I've never worked on something this big before, but the best part is the whole cast, the whole crew, knew that we were making something special."
Oscar Kightley Recalled A White Woman Apologizing To Him After Watching His Play About The Terrible Discrimination Pacific Islanders Faced In New Zealand
"We were just so desperate to do well. We wanted to represent our families, our cultures."
"Stranger Things: The First Shadow" Breakout Star Louis McCartney Talks Hidden Easter Eggs, Finding The Good In Henry Creel, And More
"I'm not gonna say what because it's so hidden, and it's really good and related to Season 5. There's a lot of lore pertinent to this last season."
Sasha Colby Reflected On Being The First Pacific Islander To Win "RuPaul's Drag Race," And As A Samoan Woman, I'm So Proud
"Thinking about our royalty and our queer strength as Polynesians really lends well to [helping] me put on that Sasha Colby, strong, kick-a** personality that I need. It's all there in the Hawaiian blood."
"Forever" Creator Mara Brock Akil Shared Details About The Series Auditions, And The Look She Gave Regina King When They Realized Lovie Simone And Michael Cooper Jr. Landed The Roles
"They changed the molecules in the room when they came together."
"NCIS: Hawai'i" Actor Alex Tarrant Spoke About The Differences Between The Industry In New Zealand Vs. The US: "That's Missing"
"To be able to represent a person of color on a fantasy show like that — it's just mind-boggling and surreal and such an honor."
Mara Brock Akil Opened Up About "Forever" On Netflix, Not Caring About Turning White Characters Black, And Wanting To See More Men Be Vulnerable
"As soon as we put Lovie and Michael in the scene together, it was magic!"
Drew Afualo Reflected On Becoming The First Samoan Woman To Make The New Times Best Seller List, And My Samoan Heart Is Bursting With Pride
"I make sure to ground myself in a really strong sense of self so that nothing can shake it, especially not some mediocre ***** dude on the internet."
19 Famous People's Spending Habits That Will Make You Question Everything About Your Own Bank Account
From blowing a bag to saving it.
Dinah Jane Shared The One Thing She Wishes She Could Tell Her 15-Year-Old Self During Her Fifth Harmony Days
"It's not a flaw, it's a beauty that comes from your ancestors."
12 Behind-The-Scenes "Star Wars" Stories That Blew My Mind, Straight From Set Designer Roger Christian
The man behind R2-D2, the lightsaber, the Millennium Falcon, and more, shared behind-the-scenes of a galaxy far, far, away.
Geraldine Viswanathan Spills On Rumours She's Playing Melissa Gold (AKA Songbird) In Upcoming Marvel Films
It's time for a Newcastle-born Marvel hero.
"She Is All Class": Simone Kessell Said Michelle Obama Was Inspiration For Her "Star Wars" Character
"I put so much time and love into her."
I Genuinely Can't Watch "You" Season 5 The Same Way After Reading These 20 BTS Facts From The Cast
"He's deconstructed as a romantic icon, very explicitly and specifically. He's not a serial killer."
"Sinners" Cast Reveal The Difficult Moments On Set And Honestly, We're Intrigued
Where there is Ryan Coogler, there is magic.
I Genuinely Can't Watch "The White Lotus" Season 3 The Same Way After Reading These 15 BTS Facts From Aimee Lou Wood
"I have ruined it for a few people, but it was very much accidental."
Alan Cumming Reacted To People Mislabeling Him As Gay
"I think my sexuality and most people's sexuality is gray," Alan previously wrote.
Alan Cumming Just Gave A Tell-All Interview About "The Traitors," His Sexuality, And Wanting To Leave The Entertainment Industry
"If you you love this show, maybe you shouldn't vote for a party that is trying to demean and destroy those people's lives."
Tana Mongeau And Brooke Schofield Spill On Which Podcast Guest They've Blocked
"A brunette and a blonde with an inseparable bond."
Bikini Bottom's Leading Ladies Reflected On Their Incredible 25-Year Friendship, And I'm Literally Melting
The voices of Sandy, Karen, Mrs. Puff, and Pearl reflect on their strong bond: "It's like we're family from another lifetime."
Kit Williamson's New Show "Unconventional" Tackles The Realities Of Being Gay In Your 30s And Adoption Challenges LGBTQ+ Parents Face
In his new series, Kit Williamson goes beyond the gay "Happily Ever After."
I Asked 10 Questions Backstage At Broadway's "The Outsiders" And Here Are The Incredible Insights I Learned
"Outsiders" star Brody Grant shares about the iconic rumble, working with Angelina Jolie, his connection to Ponyboy, songwriting, and more.
Brenda Song Unpacks Growing Up On Disney Channel, And How She Didn't Realize At The Time How Big It Was For AAPI Representation On TV
"I obviously wouldn't be here without that show or without London Tipton, so I look back with nothing but happy nostalgia and smiles."
"Give My People A Chance": South Asian Actors Are Sharing How Hollywood Has Drastically Shifted
We sat down with the cast of new Disney+ show Deli Boys — Poorna Jagannathan, Asif Ali, Tan France, Saagar Shaikh and Brian George — to pull back the curtain on their experiences as South Asian actors in Hollywood.
Brenda Song Talks Growing Up In The "Safe Environment" Of The "Suite Life" Set And Her New Netflix Series With Kate Hudson
"So, any place where you can inspire a little bit of hope and change is monumental."
