
Shannon Raphael
Associate Editor, Reality TVShannon Raphael is a New York-based writer who is always willing to discuss reality TV, the latest pop culture news, and pasta.
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Human InterestA Cold Case Team Identified Gary Francis Poste as a Zodiac Killer Suspect — Who Was He?
Gary Francis Poste has been named as a potential suspect for the five known murders committed by the Zodiac Killer in the '60s. Details on his wife. TelevisionHow Is 'CSI: Vegas' Related to 'CSI'?
Is 'CSI: Vegas' a spin-off of 'CSI'? Actors William Petersen and Jorja Fox are reprising their original 'CSI' roles in the new CBS series. Human InterestM. William Phelps Is Launching a New True-Crime Podcast for iHeartMedia (EXCLUSIVE)
M. William Phelps will launch a new true-crime podcast, 'Crossing the Line With M. William Phelps' with iHeartMedia. Details on what to expect from the series. Reality TVDid Natasha Parker Leave 'Bachelor in Paradise'?
Did Natasha Parker leave 'Bachelor in Paradise'? The Season 7 fan favorite was noticeably absent from Paradise Prom in the Sept. 28 episode. TelevisionNow that 'Seinfeld' Is Officially on Netflix, We've Ranked All of the Seasons
More than 23 years after it went off the air, 'Seinfeld' is getting a new audience on Netflix. Details on the best seasons, which we've ranked from worst to best. TelevisionNetflix's 'Maid' Is Based on a Bestselling Memoir By Stephanie Land
Is 'Maid' based on a true story? The Netflix miniseries is based on Stephanie Land's memoir, 'Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive.' Television'On My Block' Is Ending With Season 4, but a Spin-off Is on the Way
Why is Netflix canceling 'On My Block'? The teen dramedy returned for a fourth and final season on Oct. 4. Plus, find out about the 'Freeridge' spin-off. TelevisionDone With the Santos Gang? Julio Macias Teases Spooky's Fate in Season 4 of 'On My Block' (EXCLUSIVE)
Julio Macias, who plays Oscar, aka Spooky, on the Netflix series, 'On My Block,' opened up about his character and about the Season 4 conclusion. Reality TV'DCC: Making the Team': Melissa Rycroft-Strickland Says It Would be "Cool" to See Daughter in a Uniform (EXCLUSIVE)
Melissa Rycroft-Strickland dished on what fans can expect to see from 'DCC: Making the Team' Season 16, and why the squad is "unmatched" in talent. Reality TVWhat Happened to Jeff Probst's Voice During 'Survivor' Season 41?
Is Jeff Probst sick? The longtime 'Survivor' host had a hoarse voice on the Sept. 29 episode of the CBS series, leading some to wonder about his health. Reality TVHere's How [SPOILER] Came out on Top on 'The Circle' Season 3
Who wins 'The Circle' Season 3? The final episodes have debuted on Netflix. Here's who ranks first in this game of social media prowess and trickery. Reality TVJames and Anna Had One of the *Sweetest* Dates in 'Bachelor in Paradise' History
James Bonsall and Anna Redman went on a date on the Sept. 28 episode of 'Bachelor in Paradise,' but do the two last beyond the show? Details. Entertainment'The Starling' Follows a Married Couple After the Death of Their Infant Daughter
In 'The Starling,' what happened to the baby? The Netflix film follows couple Lilly and Jack Maynard as they deal with the loss of their daughter. Entertainment'MasterChef' Alum Nick DiGiovanni Wants to "Make Cooking Cool" With His Viral TikTok Videos (EXCLUSIVE)
After competing on 'Masterchef,' Nick DiGiovanni is impressing his followers with his TikTok cooking videos. He dished on his National Coffee Day pairings. TelevisionThe 'Foundation' Showrunner Wants the Sci-Fi Series to Last for 8 Seasons
How many episodes of 'Foundation' will there be? The Apple TV Plus sci-fi series, which stars Lee Pace, is based on a set of stories by Isaac Asimov. Human InterestYouTube Star and Makeup Artist Mel Thompson Has Died
Mel Thompson, a YouTube star and makeup artist, has died at the age of 35. Details on what her husband has shared about her tragic passing. Reality TVCaptain Sandy Made a "Hard Decision" About Lexi Wilson's Future on 'Below Deck Mediterranean'
Does Lexi Wilson get fired from 'Below Deck Mediterranean' Season 6? The second stewardess has had some friction with some of her fellow yachties. TelevisionWhat Exactly Does *That* 'Midnight Mass' Ending Mean? SPOILERS
'Midnight Mass' is a horror show about a series of strange occurrences on the fictional Crockett Island. Details on the ambiguous ending, and what it means. EntertainmentBlue Steel! The 9 Best 'Zoolander' Quotes in Honor of the Film's 20th Anniversary
The 9 best 'Zoolander' quotes to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the premiere. The film follows a male model named Derek Zoolander (Ben Stiller). Television'Scenes from a Marriage' Mostly Takes Place in Jonathan and Mira's Home — Where Did the Show Film?
'Scenes from a Marriage' follows spouses Jonathan (Oscar Isaac) and Mira (Jessica Chastain). Where was the series shot? Details on the filming locations. EntertainmentZach Gilford Met His Wife, Kiele Sanchez, on the Set of a Television Pilot
Zach Gilford and his wife, Kiele Sanchez, have been married since 2012. Details on how the two first met, and their family life together. TelevisionThere's a Victor at the End of 'Squid Game,' But Nobody Really "Wins"
Who wins 'Squid Game'? In the Netflix series, 456 contestants are pitted against one another to play deadly versions of children's games. Reality TVFormer Dallas Cowboys Player Danny McCray Is Starring on 'Survivor' Season 41
Danny McCray, an ex-NFL player, is one of the competitors featured on Season 41 of 'Survivor.' Details on his football career, and his presence on the show. TelevisionFans Are Worried That Chief Boden Will Leave 'Chicago Fire' in Season 10
Is Eamonn Walker leaving 'Chicago Fire?' The British actor has been playing Chief Firefighter Wallace Boden on the NBC series since it began in 2012. EntertainmentMax and Helen Are Going to London on 'New Amsterdam' — Is Ryan Eggold Leaving the Show?
Is Ryan Eggold Leaving 'New Amsterdam?' The actor plays Dr. Max Goodwin, and fans are worried that he will leave now that Max is going to London with Helen. Reality TVSparks Flew Between Calvin and Kai on 'The Circle' Season 3 — Are They Dating?
Calvin and Kai may have been competitors on Season 3 of 'The Circle,' but the two had undeniable chemistry. Are they dating outside of the show? TelevisionIs 'Sex Education' Star Emma Mackey in a Relationship?
Emma Mackey has been playing Maeve Wiley on Netflix's 'Sex Education' since the show debuted in 2019. Does she have a boyfriend or a partner? Entertainment'Nightbooks' Review: A Family-Friendly Fright-Fest
'Nightbooks Review:' The Netflix original features strong performances from the three main stars, several frights, and an unexpected twist. TelevisionRobert Langdon Faces off Against a Formidable Foe in 'The Lost Symbol'
Who is the villain in 'The Lost Symbol'? Mal'akh is Robert Langdon's main foe in both the book and TV series editions. Details on the show character. Entertainment'Outer Banks' Stars Chase Stokes and Madelyn Cline's Relationship Has Come Into Question
Are Chase Stokes and Madelyn Cline dating in real life? Here's what we know about the status of the 'Outer Banks' stars' relationship. Reality TV17 'Real Housewives' Stars Who Have Been Arrested Over the Years
The stars on 'The Real Housewives' are meant to showcase every part of their lives — including the good, the bad, the ugly, and the arrests. TelevisionNetflix's 'Nightbooks' Has a PG-TV Rating, But Is It Too Scary for Kids?
Is Netflix's 'Nightbooks' too scary for kids? The Netflix original focuses on a witch (Krysten Ritter) who entraps a boy named Alex (Winslow Fegley). TelevisionOscar's Return Solves the Mystery Surrounding Tie-Dye Guy on 'Only Murders in the Building'
Who Is Oscar in 'Only Murders in the Building'? The character, who is played by Aaron Dominguez, spent time behind bars for the death of Zoe. Reality TVPieper and Brendan Made a Big Decision After Facing Their Critics on 'Bachelor in Paradise'
When do Pieper and Brendan go home on 'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 7? Their potential pre-show relationship has upset viewers and contestants alike. TelevisionComedian Charlyne Yi Plays Azrael, the Angel of Death, in 'Lucifer'
Who Is the Angel of Death in 'Lucifer'? The character only appears in two episodes in the supernatural series, but she has an integral role. Television'The Lost Symbol' TV Show Shakes Up the Timeline in Dan Brown's Novel Series
Is Dan Brown's 'The Lost Symbol' a sequel to 'Angels & Demons,' or is it a prequel to 'The Da Vinci Code'? The book has been adapted for a Peacock series. Human InterestBear Grylls' Time in the Military Concluded After a Parachuting Accident
Was Bear Grylls in the military? Before he was a well-known TV survival instructor, Bear served in the Territorial Army. Details. InfluencersYouTuber Jordan Cheyenne Is Facing Criticism After Asking Her Crying Son to Pose for a Thumbnail
What did Jordan Cheyenne do? Some are criticizing the influencer for asking her nine-year-old son to pose for a YouTube thumbnail while crying. EntertainmentWhy Are the Hikers Being Hunted in 'Prey'? The Shocking Ending Explained (SPOILERS)
The 'Prey' ending explained: who is hunting the hikers and why? Details on the thriller film's plot, and the shocking conclusion. Television'On the Verge' Isn't Julie Delpy and Alexia Landau's First Time Working Together
Who is in the 'On the Verge' cast? The Netflix original follows a group of four women who are navigating life in their forties. Details on the stars. TelevisionJustin Hartley Will Star in a CBS Pilot Once 'This Is Us' Officially Concludes
Justin Hartley's breakout role was playing Kevin Pearson in 'This Is Us.' Once the NBC drama wraps with Season 6, the actor will star in a CBS series. Reality TVNick Uhlenhuth Thinks He Has a "95 Percent" Chance of Winning 'The Circle' Season 3
Nick Uhlenhuth is definitely playing the catfish game with his personality on 'The Circle' Season 3. Details on his life outside of the show. EntertainmentJennifer Love Hewitt Gave Birth to Her Third Child With Husband Brian Hallisay
Jennifer Love Hewitt was one of Hollywood's top actresses in the '90s. The '9-1-1' actress now shares three kids with husband Brian Hallisay. Reality TVSome Fans Aren't Thrilled with What Happened to Michelle Rider on 'The Circle' Season 3
Michelle Rider is one of the players featured on Season 3 of 'The Circle.' Details on her fate on the Netflix series, and her life outside of the show. TelevisionSteve Burns Addressed His 'Blue's Clues' Exit in a Viral Video — But Why Did He Really Leave the Show?
Why did Steve Burns leave 'Blue's Clues'? He hosted the popular children's show from 1996 until 2002. Details on his recent viral video and his exit. TelevisionWill Berlin's Son Be the Key to Getting the Robbers Out of the Bank of Spain in 'Money Heist'?
Who is Berlin's son, Rafael de Fonollosa in 'Money Heist'? Details on the character's relationship with his father, and how he fits into Part 5. EntertainmentThe 2021 'Cinderella' Starring Camila Cabello Is Missing Magic, According to Critics
Critics Panned 'Cinderella' 2021, but why? The Camila Cabello edition left many looking for more, and others wondered why it was made in the first place. TelevisionThe Most Compelling Theories About Who Killed Tim Kono on 'Only Murders in the Building' Thus Far
The podcast hosts in 'Only Murders in the Building' are trying to figure out who killed Tim Kono. Details on the best theories so far. EntertainmentCamila Cabello Isn't the First to Wear the Glass Slippers for a Live-Action Cinderella Remake
How many live-action Cinderella movies have there been? From direct remakes of the 1950 animated classic to more modernized tales, we've rounded up the most notable. TelevisionTina Fey Plays a Sarah Koenig-Esque Podcast Host on 'Only Murders in the Building'
Is Cinda Canning a Real Person on 'Only Murders in the Building'? The podcaster may remind people of 'Serial' host Sarah Koenig.