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Kendra Beltran

Entertainment and Lifestyle Writer

Kendra Beltran is a pop culture obsessed writer who spent her youth tirelessly jotting down ‘Total Request Live’ data after school. She took that obsession and a useless college degree, and spun it into enough to pay her rent by writing for MTV Geek, Collider, Popverse, and more. Over the years her interest in pop culture has only grown, and today she finds herself baking while streaming ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ running (slowly) while listening to podcasts about the ‘90s, and hanging out with her dog while taking in emo playlists. Kendra also hosts a podcast dedicated to all the crushes people have had in life from Disney to real-life called Crushgasm.

EXPERTISE:

Entertainment, The ‘90s, Television

20 celebrities that are forever millennial boyfriend-coded

Every generation has its sector of celebrities they become obsessively infatuated with, dating back to Boomers and the all-out mania over The Beatles. These are the celebrities who will never not be considered millennials’ collective boyfriends.

20 things that scared '90s kids

The ‘90s was arguably the greatest decade in modern history. It was a glorious time, but there were moments that made it quite frightening, like the toilet from Look Who’s Talking Too or those demented trees that loomed over McDonald’s PlayPlaces. 

20 reasons why Netflix’s ‘Nobody Wants This’ is the series of 2024

Not only does it star Kristen Bell, Veronica Mars herself, but it also stars Adam Brody, the most millennial-coded boyfriend. Those are just a few reasons why Nobody Wants This is the series of the year, but here are some more!

21 celebrities who proved who proved bald is beautiful

Think of Farrah Fawcett’s hair in that infamous poster from the ‘70s or Uncle Jesse’s undeniable mane from Full House. Those hair moments made people lose it — in the best way — but what about when there’s no hair up there?

24 numbers in pop culture burned into the millennial mind

For boomers, it’s The Beatles declaring there were eight days a week. For Gen X, it’s Jenny’s number. But for millennials, there are more than a few songs, movies, and more that have seared certain digits into the base of their brains.

23 movies that highlight wildlife best

Every other day, a movie is released that details the highs and lows of superheroes, first loves, and cars that furiously go fast. However, it's a unique win when a movie showcases the great outdoors. Whether animated or capturing reality, these are the best movies that highlight wildlife.

21 times blue made people smile in pop culture

The world shows its love and admiration for blue, from Beyonce’s firstborn to drag performers like RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs. the World winner, Blu Hydrangea. Now let’s take a look at all the other ways blue has made its mark on the world when it comes to pop culture.

The 22 movies to watch during a girls’ night in

There are plenty of instances in which a night out with friends is a necessity. However, there are plenty of reasons to stay in with the besties, and below are 22 of them, as they’re the best girls’ night movie choices.  

20 things to do when you need a quiet day

Raise your hand if you're tired of the constant state of reality. Now that everyone’s hand is up, let’s talk about that.  

24 celebrities everyone wants to be their grandparents

When it comes to filling said branches with grandparents, there are many to choose from in Hollywood. So, let’s get into the celebrities everyone wants to be their grandparents.

20 TV shows that are perfect to fall asleep to

Sleep tight, don’t let the laugh track bite you! From sitcoms to competitive kitchen antics, these are the best TV shows to fall asleep to.

Companion pieces: Cinema's most inspiring friends

From some who are absolutely clueless to those who share clothing, these are the most inspired friends in cinema. 

21 of pop music's all-time most influential women

From the bubblegum pop princesses to R&B royalty who’ve crossed over to satisfy that pop craving, these women are the best that have ever been.

Just for kicks: The 20 most iconic shoes in cinema

It’s easy to remember Belle’s golden gown in Beauty and the Beast or the leather jackets the T-Birds rocked in Grease. However, what about the shoes? 

20 notable sets of famous sisters

Celebrity sisters have taken over Hollywood from the big screen to reality TV. They’re captivating in one way or another, whether it be their talent or their ability to brand themselves as a big deal. Whether or not they are a big deal is debatable, but people eat it up like a Vegas buffet. 

23 of the most memorable ‘Modern Family’ guest stars

It feels like just yesterday when the first commercials for a new show called Modern Family aired. Along the way, fans not only fell for the core cast but also the guest stars that joined them, like the late, great Fred Willard. He was just one of many, so let’s take a look at the other memorable Modern Family guest stars.

23 songs that make fans wish ‘Glee’ still existed

Catching random clips of Glee makes the Fox series seem like a fever dream, and it kind of was. A teacher walks in with zero experience, takes myriad high school tropes, and turns them into an insanely talented, competitive ensemble.

Get a move on: Unforgettable music-video dance trends

The music video and the dances found in them have been influencing how people move, groove, and prove their worth on the dance floor for years — and these are the most memorable. 

Fans want an ‘Abbott Elementary’ crossover with these 21 TV shows

Quinta Brunson and the crew will do it, but with what show? They said it was a show that fell under the ABC umbrella, so that narrows it down. However, fans across the interwebs have been offering up their own suggestions. 

20 ways summers in the ‘90s differ from today

The '90s are further in the past than we'd like to admit. A lot has changed since Saturday morning cartoons and Beanie Babies, especially how summers are spent. Let’s look at all the ways and decide if summer was indeed better in the past.

21 of the most relatable Disney and Pixar characters

Ever since Snow White wandered into the home of several strangers, people have been dedicated to Disney. A cascade of characters has entered the picture to become the most relatable Disney and Pixar characters to date because they represent a variety of moods, attitudes, and lifestyle choices.

20 movies about older people that the youth should appreciate

It seems like the kids aren’t interested unless it’s about a superhero or something they can consume within 30 seconds or less on TikTok. It's a shame because there are a lot of cinematic wonders out there from then and now starring older casts that today’s youth should appreciate more.

20 songs so good they can't have a bad cover version

A good song will stick around for a few months to a year. A great song will last forever. The following songs aren’t just great when sung by the original artist. These 20 songs sound great when covered by any artist.

20 life lessons we can take from memorable Pixar characters

From the skies in which Carl flew his home to the depths of the sea, these are the best life lessons Pixar characters have delivered over the years — so far.

20 films plots that would be quickly resolved by modern tech

Text chats on screens, Zoom calls, ride-sharing—all of the aforementioned (and so many other) technological advancements have become the norm in entertainment. But modern technology would have more than ruined these past movie plots.