Callie Holtermann

March 26, 2024

First Asian American ‘Bachelorette,’ Jenn Tran, Cast by ABC

The dating franchise, which has been criticized for its handling of race, has cast its first Asian American lead after more than 20 years on air. […]
January 23, 2024

Gen Z Asks: Are We Aging Faster Than Other Generations?

Some say they fear their generation is aging more quickly than others. But as Gen Z-ers enter their late 20s, it’s more likely that they are […]
January 13, 2024

‘Succession’ Auctions Off ‘Ludicrously Capacious Bag’ (and Less Capacious Props)

Bidding on memorabilia from the Emmy-winning drama ends on Saturday. Lukas Matsson’s vape beckons. An auction house in Dallas that is usually stocked with fine art […]
January 13, 2024

‘Mean Girls’ Costume Designer Talks Cast Wardrobe and Addresses Critics

Some people have roasted the outfits in the new film, but there were reasons the Plastics got a Gen Z spin. (Among them: social media, fast […]
December 27, 2023

Why the Watermelon Emoji Is a Symbol of Support for Palestinians

The fruit has taken on new prominence since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war. On and off social media, watermelons are being used as a symbol […]
December 13, 2023

Hair-Loss TikTok Offers Community, and Dubious Recommendations

Zeph Sanders was 20 when his hair began to fall out. As it thinned from the density of AstroTurf to spare wisps, he hid his head […]
December 1, 2023

‘The Golden Bachelor’ Finale: Theresa Nist on Her Engagement to Gerry Turner

After receiving the final rose in the “Golden Bachelor,” Ms. Nist, 70, spoke about getting to know her new fiancé. First order of business: teaching him […]
December 1, 2023

The Philadelphia Eagles Release a Christmas Album for Charity

The 2018 Super Bowl champions sing — yes, sing — alongside legends such as Patti LaBelle for charity. Jordan Mailata, the 6-foot-8, 365-pound left tackle for […]
October 22, 2023

Halloween is Busy for This Professional Pumpkin Carver

A group of children watched as Adam Bierton made his first few slashes into the meat of a pumpkin at the New York Botanical Garden earlier […]
September 27, 2023

Gerry Turner Is the First ‘Golden Bachelor.’ Just Don’t Call Him a Silver Fox.

Gerry Turner, 72, is the lead of ABC’s new dating show — and ready to look for love again. Women keep approaching Gerry Turner in airports, […]