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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‘Big Brother 26’ Unleashes Another America’s Vote Twist: Here’s How the AI Instigator Works
Now that Makensy and Quinn have used their respective America’s Veto and Deepfake HoH upgrades, Ainsley brings another secret power into the game
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Matthew Perry’s Doctors, Assistant Charged in Accidental Overdose Death
The investigation revealed “a broad, underground criminal network” that led to his death
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Gena Rowlands, ‘The Notebook’ Actress and Honorary Oscar Winner, Dies at 94
The four-time Emmy winner was also known for her creative partnership with John Cassavetes and Academy Award-nominated roles in “A Woman Under the Influence” and “Gloria”
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Meet the Cast of ‘The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras’ | Photos
For the competition series’ milestone season, MTV is bringing back 40 veteran contestants from four different eras — but which era will win?
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‘The Umbrella Academy’ Cast Praises ‘Complicated’ Season 4 Finale: ‘I Was Not Expecting It’
“You’re dead to me,” Robert Sheehan jokes in a final message to fans as the Netflix series wraps
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‘The Umbrella Academy’ Stars Share Who They Wanted More Screen Time With After 4 Seasons
Elliot Page, David Castañeda, Justin H. Min, Aidan Gallagher, Ritu Arya, Tom Hopper and Robert Sheehan praise each other for TheWrap
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Disney, Fortnite Set D23 Live Showcase to Reveal Game Updates After $1.5 Billion Investment
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products chairman Josh D’Amaro is sharing big game news this weekend — and players can get a special back bling for tuning in
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‘Big Brother 26’ Activates Game-Changing America’s Veto Power: Here’s How It Works | Video
After Tucker took Angela off the block, HoH Cedric incidentally set off Makensy’s secret upgrade on the CBS series
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‘Outlast’ Season 2 Trailer Promises Another Life-Threatening Alaskan Adventure: ‘They’re Dropping Like Flies’ | Video
After a truly twisted first season on Netflix, 16 new survivalists battle the elements and each other in the hopes of winning their share of the $1 million prize
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Blake Lively Crashes Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s Date Night at ‘It Ends With Us’ Premiere
The “Deadpool & Wolverine” stars hit the carpet in New York City
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‘The Daily Show’ Investigates Kamala Harris’ VP Pick Tim Walz: ‘Midwestern Dad AF’ | Video
“I Googled him in a panic on your behalf this morning, and what I found out is Tim Walz got a lot done as governor,” Michael Kosta says
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Katseye Hopefuls Get Put to the Ultimate Test in Netflix’s First ‘Pop Star Academy’ Trailer | Video
The girl group from Hybe and Geffen already dropped two songs ahead of the premiere – now see what it took to get there
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Google Broke Antitrust Laws to Hold Online Search Monopoly, Court Rules
The federal court ruling marks the first antitrust decision against a major tech company in over 20 years
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Trump Says Harris Is Even Worse Than Biden After Democratic ‘Coup’ for Presidential Bid
The Republican nominee “broke the website in five minutes” while speaking with Adin Ross on a Kick livestream
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‘Drag Race’ Stars Symone, Gigi Goode Nail ‘Desperate Housewives’ Spoof for ‘Avalon TV’ Season 2 Trailer | Exclusive Video
The queens enlist their House of Avalon family to recreate the iconic Wisteria Lane intro for their WOW Presents Plus series
