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Hung Up blends entertainment analysis with cultural observation, focusing on TV show rankings, particularly 'Succession,' celebrity gossip, and societal trends. It includes essays, interviews, and reviews, offering insights into entertainment industry events, fan culture, and media controversies, alongside commentary on public figures and specific fashion criticisms.

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The Taylor Swift Manicure That Has Unsettled My Spirit

6250 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Beauty
  1. Taylor Swift's colorful and glittery manicure at a football game sparked discussion and fascination among fans.
  2. Swift's fashion choices and persona are seen as approachable and relatable compared to other celebrities.
  3. There is speculation that Swift's unique style may not align with high fashion brands, but she continues to engage and intrigue her audience with her personal flair.

Might I Suggest a Few Totally Normal Ways to React to Barbie’s Oscar Nominations

6505 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Film Celebrities Entertainment Media Magazines
  1. Barbie received eight Oscar nominations, but some notable figures were snubbed in certain categories.
  2. The Oscars may not always reflect the full diversity and quality of films, so it's important to keep perspective.
  3. Reactions to awards nominations, while sometimes intense, should be taken with a dose of normalcy and humor.
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Jennifer Please

5129 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Film Music Celebrity
  1. Jennifer Lopez presents a unique visual album called 'This is Me...Now' with a mix of different movie inspirations.
  2. The trailer hints at a narrative of love, heartbreak, and inner healing through fantastical storytelling and celebrity cameos.
  3. The film will be available on Amazon starting February 16, showcasing a new artistic side of Jennifer Lopez.

Selena Gomez’s 18 Hour Social Media Break

5444 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Celebrity Culture Social media Entertainment Fashion Pop culture
  1. Selena Gomez announced a social media break but only lasted 18 hours, showing that celebrities can be just like us in not sticking to resolutions.
  2. Julia Roberts' recent British Vogue cover shoot captures her glamour and self-assuredness, reminiscent of '90s icons.
  3. Yasiin Bey (fka Mos Def) commented on Drake's music being suitable for malls, sparking thoughts on how certain artists and genres naturally align with specific environments.

It’s the 349th Day of January

2908 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Film Entertainment
  1. The post is about January 2024 and the author's movie watching experience.
  2. The author watched the movie "Postcards from the Edge" as the first movie of the year and loves it.
  3. Readers can access more content with a 7-day free trial subscription.

Are The Publicists On Strike Too

7763 implied HN points • 15 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Entertainment Celebrity Lifestyle Media Arts
  1. The entertainment industry has been affected by strikes of writers and actors, leading to a standstill in major studios and streamers.
  2. Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis faced backlash for supporting a friend accused of sexual assault, handling the situation poorly.
  3. Drew Barrymore is navigating the return of her talk show amidst industry strikes, choosing to go without a publicist and potentially risking controversy.

Her Reign of Terror Must End

4874 implied HN points • 18 May 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Style Trends
  1. The article discusses a specific controversial shoe style with a chunky heel and slender straps.
  2. The shoe is described as common in various events like weddings and graduations.
  3. The shoe is portrayed as embodying a lack of personal decision-making or distinctive style.