Avery Thompson

Entertainment Director

Avery Thompson serves as HollywoodLife's Entertainment Director, overseeing and writing the TV and film content for the entertainment channel. Avery is an OG HollywoodLifer, having started as an intern in the summer of 2013, before spending two years as HollywoodLife's Weekend Editor. She then moved to the entertainment team, covering major events such as San Diego Comic-Con, PaleyFest, and the Television Critics Association summer press tour. Avery has interviewed stars such as Cole Sprouse, Milo Ventimiglia, Jessica Chastain, and Sofia Carson. She is always up to date on what's happening on TV and recaps shows such as Game of Thrones, This Is Us, Empire, and America's Got Talent. If you want to talk Game of Thrones theories, Avery's your girl. Avery is a proud graduate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications and is a member of the Television Critics Association.

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July 30, 2021

Elizabeth Mitchell

Exclusive Interview

‘Outer Banks’: Elizabeth Mitchell On The Season 2 Ending Twist & Why [Spoiler] Shouldn’t Trust Carla

Carla Limbrey is a force to be reckoned with. HL spoke EXCLUSIVELY with Elizabeth Mitchell about that big return in the season 2 finale, Carla’s obsession with the shroud, and more.

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July 30, 2021

Love After Lockup

Exclusive Video

‘Love After Lockup’ Sneak Peek: Daonte Gives Nicholle An Ultimatum After She Calls Her Ex

Daonte and Nicholle fight in this EXCLUSIVE ‘Love After Lockup’ preview after Daonte overhears Nicholle complaining about him to her ex.

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July 30, 2021

Phil Dunster

Exclusive Interview

‘Ted Lasso’s Phil Dunster Admits Jamie Has A ‘Long Road Ahead’ After His Return To Richmond

Jamie’s come home. HollywoodLife spoke EXCLUSIVELY with ‘Ted Lasso’s Phil Dunster about that Jamie twist at the end of episode 2 and how Jamie is going to try and make amends.

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July 30, 2021

Sofia Wylie

Exclusive Interview

‘HSMTMTS’ Boss Reveals Season 3 Hopes & Talks Olivia Rodrigo’s Future, Gina & EJ’s ‘Big’ Moment & More

‘HSMTMTS’ boss Tim Federle spoke EXCLUSIVELY with HL and broke down all those major season 2 finale moments and teased his big plans if there’s a season 3.

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July 30, 2021

Gordon Ramsay

Exclusive Video

‘Uncharted’ Preview: Gordon Ramsay Falls Overboard While Trekking Through Dangerous Rapids

Gordon Ramsay faces dangerous rapids in this EXCLUSIVE preview of the August 1 finale episode of ‘Uncharted.’ The famous chef actually FALLS into the water!

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July 29, 2021

Lady Gaga

‘House Of Gucci’ Trailer: See Lady Gaga & Jared Leto’s Incredible Transformations — Watch

Lady Gaga is coming for that Oscar. Gaga transforms into Patrizia Reggiani, the woman who plotted to kill her husband, in the first ‘House of Gucci’ trailer.

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July 29, 2021

Ozark

‘Ozark’ Cancelled? What You Need To Know About Season 4

Netflix’s hit series ‘Ozark’ is coming to an end after season 4. From the new cast members to why the show’s ending, here’s everything you need to know about the final season.

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July 29, 2021

Growing Up Hip Hop

Exclusive Video

‘Growing Up Hip Hop’ Finale Preview: Egypt Tells Tee Tee She ‘Ruined’ Her Reputation

Egypt and Tee Tee have a dramatic fight in this EXCLUSIVE ‘Growing Up Hip Hop’ finale preview, and Egypt accuses Tee Tee of lying and sabotage.

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July 29, 2021

Benjamin Hollingsworth

Exclusive Interview

‘Virgin River’s Benjamin Hollingsworth Knows Who Shot Jack & Admits Brady Sees A ‘Future’ With Brie

‘Virgin River’s Benjamin Hollingsworth spoke EXCLUSIVELY with HL and revealed he knows who shot Jack, weighed in on that season 3 twist, and Brady’s feelings for Brie.

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July 28, 2021

Mindhunter

‘Mindhunter’ Season 3: What You Need To Know

‘Mindhunter’ remains a beloved series amongst fans. It’s been nearly 2 years since season 2 aired, and fans want to know if season 3 is in the works. Here’s everything we know so far about a third season.

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July 28, 2021

Married At First Sight

Exclusive Video

‘Married At First Sight’ Preview: Brett Hasn’t Kissed A Guy In 2 Years Ahead Of Her Wedding

Brett’s wedding day has arrived, and she’s understandably a bit nervous. In this EXCLUSIVE ‘Married At First Sight’ preview, Brett admits the first person she’ll be kissing in 2 years is her husband.

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July 28, 2021

Jordan Chiles Simone Biles

Jordan Chiles Sends Love To Simone Biles After She Pulls Out Of All-Around Final At Olympics: ‘Proud’ Of You

Jordan Chiles wrote a heartfelt message to her ‘best friend’ Simone Biles after Simone dropped out of the individual all-around competition at the Tokyo Olympics.

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July 27, 2021

Madilyn Bailey

Exclusive Interview

Madilyn Bailey Teases Her Next ‘AGT’ Performance Will Show Off Her ‘Vocal Abilities’ More

YouTuber and TikTok star Madilyn Bailey is one to watch this season on ‘AGT.’ HL spoke EXCLUSIVELY with Madilyn about her ‘AGT’ journey, revamping an iconic jingle, and more.

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July 27, 2021

Sarah Paulson Evan Peters

‘American Horror Story’ Season 10: First Teaser Reveals Aliens, Sea Monsters & More

The first teaser for ‘American Horror Story’ season 10 has arrived, and it is downright wild. From aliens to sea monsters, let’s do a deep dive into this terrifying footage.

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July 27, 2021

Gilmore Girls

‘Gilmore Girls: A Year In The Life 2’: What We Know About A Possible Second Season

The first season of ‘Gilmore Girls: A Year In The Life’ left fans with a major cliffhanger. For years, the ‘GG’ fandom has been wondering about a possible season 2. Here’s everything we know so far.

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