For the first time in 12 seasons, ABC’s “The Bachelorette” will feature its first African-American star, Rachel Lindsay. The show first premiered in 2003 after the runaway success of “The Bachelor.” It follows one woman as she is pursued by 25 potential suitors. The show has faced criticisms for lacking diversity. The 12 seasons of […]
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‘Archie Comics’ recieves modern twist in new series ‘Riverdale’
When most people think of “Archie Comics” they think of wholesome and sweet, but “Riverdale,” a spin-off of “Archie,” might uncover a new twist to the original 1940’s comics. “Riverdale” is a new teen drama on The CW. The show is centered around Archie Andrews (K.J. Apa), Veronica Lodge (Camila Mendes), Betty Cooper (Lili Reinhart) […]
Celebrity spotlight shines upon friends and family
Most people never receive the opportunity to bask in the spotlight, but some can get a glimpse through friends and family relations. Sarah Barton, freshman international studies major at California Baptist University, is the cousin of Cole and Dylan Sprouse, the twins most well-known for playing Zack and Cody Martin on “The Suite Life of […]
Activist destroys Trump star
It happened before dawn in the dark hours of the morning. A pickaxe, a sidewalk and the sad remains of one of Hollywood’s most popular tourist spots the Walk of Fame. The star belonging to newly-appointed president-elect Donald Trump was destroyed in an act debated to be in the category of freedom of speech or […]
Celebrities use social media platforms to encourage voting
During this upcoming election, celebrities have been using their platform to encourage fans to vote, and although this could have a positive influence, celebrities may have some biases that could create potential problems. Campaigns such as #rockthevote and #runwaytoregister are examples of these endorsements. Celebrities like model Kendall Jenner, singers Alicia Keys and Katy Perry […]
Diversity shown at Emmy Awards
The 2016 Emmy Awards featured the most diverse list of nominations and winners in the history of the program. In the past, the ceremony featured primarily white nominees. Such restrictive conditions were recently brought to light with the past Oscars ceremony, in which many people took to social media to express their beliefs that people […]
‘AHS’ takes on history in new season
“American Horror Story” is known for pushing the boundaries of human comfort in different ways each season. The anthology horror drama series lured its viewers into the murder house in Season 1, opened the doors to the asylum in Season 2, carried them through the coven in Season 3, disturbed them during the freak show […]
O.J. Simpson trial revisited in FX series
Television’s new crime show, “American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson” is the FX Original anthology based on the murder case of Ron Goldman and Nicole Brown Simpson, Orenthal James “O.J.” Simpson’s ex-wife. The dramatization of the infamous trial in which Simpson was acquitted of homicide charges features actors John Travolta, David Schwimmer and […]
Tanners return in ‘Fuller House’
“Fuller House” made its long-awaited debut Feb. 26, allowing fans of the original series “Full House” to be drawn back into the comedy and relatability of the Tanner household. “Fuller House” is a parallel to the original show and follows Danny Tanner’s eldest daughter, D.J. Tanner-Fuller, a widow with three children. “They always taught you […]
Celeb endorsements affect political votes
At least 128 musicians, producers and other highly influential people in Hollywood have openly declared their support of Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders — a notion that calls to question whether celebrity support really affects the outcome of an election. “We — the undersigned artists, musicians and cultural leaders of America — are excited to […]