JD Knapp is the morning news editor at TheWrap, with a personal preference for horror movies, bubblegum pop, reality TV, sitcoms, and animation. After growing up in Connecticut and graduating from Emerson College in Boston with a degree in Broadcast Journalism, he has gone on to work for national outlets such as People, E! News, The Messenger, and Variety. Outside of work, you can find him hiking Runyon Canyon, playing video games, or winning dodgeball.
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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10’: Pink Bracket Queens Tease Upcoming Quarter Quell
Jorgeous, Kerri Colby, Lydia B Kollins, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Nicole Paige Brooks and Tina Burner tell TheWrap all about the first-ever Tournament of All Stars, premiering Friday on Paramount+
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Harlan Coben’s ‘Final Twist,’ Padma Lakshmi’s ‘America’s Culinary Cup’ Lead CBS Midseason Unscripted Slate
Meanwhile, Taylor Sheridan, Blake Shelton and Keith Urban’s singing competition “The Road” premieres this fall
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‘The Real Housewives of Rhode Island’ Ordered at Bravo
A reimagined “Ladies of London,” “Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition” and “The Valley: Persian Style” are also among the new shows on the network’s upcoming slate
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Sofia Carson to Host Netflix Tudum 2025: The Live Event
Jenna Ortega, Millie Bobby Brown, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Lee Jung-jae, Teyana Taylor, Julie Bowen, Lily Collins, Oscar Isaac, Steven Yeun and Brianne Howey will also take part in the May 31 festivities
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Golden Globes to Add Best Podcast Category for 2026 Awards Show
“As the world of entertainment continues to evolve, we are excited to recognize new forms of storytelling,” Golden Globes president Helen Hoehne says
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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10’: Orange Bracket Queens Reveal What Brought Them Back
Aja, Bosco, DeJa Skye, Irene the Alien, Olivia Lux and Phoenix tell TheWrap all about the first-ever Tournament of All Stars, premiering Friday on Paramount+
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National Writers Union Condemns Vox for Laying Off Polygon Staff in Sale to Valnet
“Every website sold to Valnet is a tragedy for entertainment journalism and Internet culture,” the NWU says
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Met Gala 2025 Red Carpet: Colman Domingo, Zendaya, Diana Ross and More Look Superfine in Tailored Fashion | Photos
This year’s event is a “a cultural and historical examination of Black style over 300 years through the concept of dandyism”
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Gavin Newsom Doubles Down on His Plans for Hollywood Amid Trump’s Proposed Film Tariffs
“If the President announces a proposal with more details, we will review it,” a spokesperson for the California governor tells TheWrap
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‘The Daily Show’ Has the Cure for ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ | Video
“The only disease Trump can give you that doesn’t require you to notify recent sex partners,” host Michael Kosta jokes
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Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Chappell Roan to Guest Judge ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10’
Sarah Michelle Gellar, Colman Domingo, Kate Beckinsale, Ice Spice and more will also get a front row seat for the Tournament of All Stars, premiering May 9 on Paramount+
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Steve Doocy to Scale Back Role at ‘Fox & Friends,’ Move to Florida | Video
“It is a great job, but the hours suck,” the longtime Fox News host jokes
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Tesla Chair Refutes Reports Company Is Looking to Replace Elon Musk
“The CEO of Tesla is Elon Musk and the board is highly confident in his ability to continue executing on the exciting growth plan ahead,” Robyn Denholm says
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‘The Daily Show’: Jon Stewart Skewers Trump’s First 100 Days Back in Office With Scathing Takedown | Video
“Trump is not only not the best negotiator, he is maybe the worst negotiator,” the Comedy Central host says of the president
