Alex is an Audience Writer at TheWrap, based in Los Angeles. He has been covering the entertainment industry since 2013. Before joining TheWrap in 2025, he worked as a critic and reporter for A.frame, Digital Trends, Inverse, IGN, Looper, and multiple other outlets. A lifelong cinephile, he dreams of one day being invited to the Criterion Closet.

Alex Welch
Experience:
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The 7 Best Historical Dramas on HBO Max Right Now
From “Jackie” to “The Battle of Algiers”
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‘SNL’: Pete Davidson Returns to Explain Saudi Arabia Festival Gig: ‘We’re Losing Millions’ | Video
The NBC show alum crashed Weekend Update to discuss his investment in a decommissioned Staten Island ferry and Lorne Michaels’ succession
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‘SNL’: Trump Whines About Mamdani Election, Government Shutdown Fallout in Cold Open | Video
The president monologues as a medical professional nearly dies in the Oval Office
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‘Frankenstein’ Cast and Character Guide: Who’s Who in Guillermo del Toro’s Netflix Film?
Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi headline the Gothic new movie from the Oscar-winning director
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Where to Watch Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson’s New Blistering Dark Drama
Director Lynne Ramsay returns with her first film since “You Were Never Really Here”
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‘Selling Sunset’ Star Chrishell Stause to Exit Netflix Series After 9 Seasons
“I’ve gotten to a place where I don’t need the show financially,” the reality TV star shares
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Lee Tamahori, ‘Die Another Day’ and ‘Along Came a Spider’ Director, Dies at 75
The New Zealand native died following a battle with Parkinson’s disease, his family shares
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Jimmy Fallon Mocks Trump’s Paper Oval Office Sign: ‘Is That Necessary?’ | Video
“Joe Biden was like, ‘Even I didn’t need a sign telling me what room I was in,’” the “Tonight Show” host jokes
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The 8 Best New Movies and Shows to Stream This Weekend on Netflix, Hulu and More
From “Death by Lighting” to “Frankenstein” and everything in between
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‘Morning Joe’ Warns of ‘Significant Economic Consequences’ If Supreme Court Rules Against Trump’s Tariffs: ‘A Big Mess’ | Video
Host Joe Scarborough praises Justice Amy Coney Barrett for her “tenacious” line of questioning at a hearing Wednesday
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‘The Daily Show’ Roasts MAGA Threats to Flee NYC After Mamdani Win: ‘Fastest a Mayor Has Ever Delivered on a Campaign Promise’ | Video
“I don’t want a million people to leave New York City. I want 2 million people to leave,” host Jordan Klepper says
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Chris Hayes Offers Simple Explanation for Democratic Election Wins: ‘Donald Trump Is Unpopular’ | Video
“It’s not speculation. It’s not vibes. It’s the real thing right in front of us,” the MSNBC host says
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Jen Psaki Says Mamdani Proves Americans Can Still Be ‘Inspired’ to Vote for Someone, not Just ‘Against Trump’ | Video
“I worked in politics for 20 years. That’s what it is supposed to be about,” the former White House Press Secretary says
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Erika Kirk Cries, Declares ‘I’m Not Afraid’ in First Sit-Down Interview With Jesse Watters | Video
“We never lived in fear. If we did, we wouldn’t get anything done,” the newly appointed Turning Point USA CEO says
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Tom Bergeron Sets ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Return After 2019 Exit
The original “DWTS” host is coming back as a guest judge for the ABC series’ 20th anniversary special














