Tess joined TheWrap as the company’s first reporting fellow in 2024. Tess is from Birmingham, Alabama and attended the University of Southern California, graduating with degrees in theatre and journalism. She also served as the executive editor for Annenberg Media, closely overseeing coverage of campus protests amidst the Israel-Hamas War.
Experience:
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Colbert’s James Talarico Interview Hits 3 Million YouTube Views, Surpasses Bad Bunny Appearance
“The Late Show” aired the interview straight to YouTube after alleged pressure from CBS over the FCC’s equal-time rule
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‘Baywatch’ Reboot Sets David Chokachi’s Return as Cody Madison
The “Witchblade” actor is back in a recurring role, now running The Shoreline bar-and-grill
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Versant Names Jonathan Kott SVP of Government Affairs
The political strategist will oversee the cable spinoff’s public policy efforts and manage engagement with policymakers and industry leaders
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CBS Says It Did Not Stop Colbert From Airing Talarico Interview, ‘Presented Options’ to Fit FCC Equal-Time Rule
The “Late Show” host circumvented the legal guidance Monday by airing his interview with Rep. James Talarico on YouTube
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Fifth Season Names Peter Traugott Head of TV, Exec to Exit Keshet Studios
Noah Greenshner and Maggie Burkhead were also promoted in the Fifth Season shake-up
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Mehdi Mahmoudian, Oscar-Nominated Co-Writer of ‘It Was Just An Accident,’ Released From Prison in Iran
The screenwriter was arrested Feb. 1 in Tehran alongside fellow activists after criticizing leadership
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Dorinda Medley Joins ‘RHONY’ Reunion Series at E! After Jill Zarin Firing
“The Traitors” and “RHONY” alum will start shooting the docuseries in South Florida this spring
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Peloton Head Instructor Robin Arzón Launches ‘Project Swagger’ Podcast With Vox Media | Exclusive
The multi-hyphenate will release compact 30-minute podcast episodes every Tuesday
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James Van Der Beek Tribute Set at Fox With Encore of ‘The Real Full Monty’ Cancer Benefit Special
The rerun of the the 2024 special, featuring “Dawson’s Creek” alum and five other male celebrities, will raise money for colorectal cancer research
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‘Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’ Cast vs. Real Life | Photos
Ryan Murphy’s take on the tragic love story is available to stream on Hulu
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11 Best Galentines Movies to Stream With Your Squad
Gather your girlfriends this Galentine’s Day and celebrate female friendship with these hilarious and heartwarming films
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Don Lemon Pleads Not Guilty to Federal Charges Over Anti-ICE Church Protest
The former CNN anchor was indicted on civil rights charges alongside Minneapolis demonstrators last month
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Netflix’s ‘The Pete Davidson Show’ Sets Podcast Agreement With SAG-AFTRA
The “SNL” alum’s video podcast is available exclusively on the streamer
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‘Dancing With the Stars’ Spinoff to Find the Next Pro Set at ABC for Summer Launch
Season 34 winner Robert Irwin is in talks to host the new competition show
