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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 dream careers every '90s kids wanted

‘90s kids were told that if they worked really hard and went to college, they’d have all the opportunities in the world, and they believed it — so much so that they dreamed bigger than the sky about all of their future possibilities, whether practical or magical.

20 reasons having kids isn’t for everyone right now

Whitney Houston once sang that children are our future. While that is true, not everyone is interested. Some want to focus on themselves and their lives, like Seth Rogen. Whether it's based on something serious or something more frivolous, these are why people choose not to have kids right now.

21 random things that trigger every millennial

Don’t even get a Gen X started on who was the best grunge band, and don’t try and ask a Boomer about how they got to school vs. now. While the things that can leave millennials hot and bothered aren’t as serious as they could be, the following still triggers millennials like no other.

Ranking the main cast of 'Stranger Things,' from totally rad to maybe they should be in the Upside Down

Even with lengthy waits between seasons due to long production times, a global pandemic, and the writers' strike, fans have remained loyal and protective when it comes to their favorite Netflix original characters. However, one has to wonder how great and not-so-great some of the characters are. It's time to rank the Stranger Things characters.

23 movies that can turn all frowns upside down

Everyone has certain movies designated as happy places — movies that take a monotonous day and turn it into something tolerable. And while some movies aren’t on everyone’s list, the following ones are.

21 celebrities who are Golden Retrievers in human form

Golden Retrievers have long been America’s favorite breed. Well, ever since the ‘90s, when movies like Homeward Bound and Air Bud highlighted them as loyal and dear members of the family that could potentially dunk a basketball. These famous faces are true Golden Retrievers in human form.

Super Bowl halftime shows of the 21st century, ranked

It’s weird to schedule a concert in the middle of a sporting event, but the NFL has delivered a musical component since the very first Super Bowl in 1967 when a couple of marching bands and a drill team entertained the crowd. Not every performance has been a winner, but it's time to look at the Super Bowl halftime shows from the 21st century, ranked from fumble to touchdown!

23 actors who are long due for a career renaissance

Actors’ names are on everyone’s lips one day, then fade into obscurity the next. However, like Brendan Fraser, these actors need to have their own renaissance for several reasons, so let’s get into it.

20 celebrities who have appeared on ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’

Debuting in 2005, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia has become the underdog darling of television, as it’s the longest-running live-action sitcom with absolutely no accolades to its name. However, despite never getting the recognition it deserves from Hollywood elites, that doesn’t mean it hasn’t gotten major love from an abundance of famous faces who’ve found themselves appearing on the series.

24 times pop culture had us seeing red, literally

From tantalizing scenes in film and on TV to fashion moments to some of the best songs, red is forever that girl. Those still doubting the power of red, let’s look at all of the times that red has made pop culture that much better.

21st-century animated characters who are already iconic

Since the turn of the 21st century, there have been a number of characters that have managed to find their way on the same level as the legends that came before them — and in what feels like no time, as these are the most iconic cartoon characters of the 21st century, so far.

21 children’s shows that proved there’s good in the world

Small screen wonders for kids have made Earth a better place since Jim Henson put his hand up a big bird. With that, let’s look at the children’s shows that prove there’s good in the world.

Let's begin: The most noteworthy firsts across all of pop culture

Every achievement in life is something to celebrate, but there’s something a little extra special about the first.  The first Super Bowl winner, the first artist to win a rap Grammy, and so many other firsts in pop culture await below.

20 TV characters people have major beef with

They’re fictional, so what’s the problem? How many TV fanatics have heard that before? The chances are a lot because, while television is the entertainment gift that keeps giving, it can also be a pain in the you-know-what when a character from a great show rubs you the wrong way.

25 of the best musical movie moments of the 21st century, so far

From performances to dance breaks and everything in between, these are the best musical movie moments of the 21st century so far.

Kids movies turning 30 (and also turning millennials to dust)

As the ‘90s drift further and further away, millennials fall deeper into a state of mania as they can’t quite grasp the reality of aging. The proof can be seen in the mirror and in the fact that a lot of their favorite films aren’t newly released on VHS anymore. Nope, the following ‘90s kids' movies turn 30 in 2024.

Take cover: Pop culture's most iconic hats

Whether that’s stealing the show as a character or becoming a defining piece of a beloved hero, hats in all shapes and sizes have managed to make their way into the hearts of fans everywhere. Check out the following because they are some of the most recognizable hats in pop culture.

20 pop-culture fan bases that go harder than any others

From those who raved about Beethoven in the 19th century to the teens and tweens who pushed Beatlemania, they all helped build up the idea that when you love someone’s work or something, you go hard. With that, these are the most diehard fan bases in pop culture ever.

21 celebrities who earned college degrees

Celebrities like Emma Watson grew up in the spotlight, landing one of the core roles in the Harry Potter series at 11 years old, so she naturally went on to earn her degree once she got a bit older. And while some other famous faces have done the same, a great deal went to university before that. 

22 movies that prove the 2000s were the golden age of romcoms

The ‘80s is when romcoms started to come into their own, with the likes of When Harry Met Sally and Meg Ryan helping the genre flourish in the ‘90s and people like Julia Roberts soon joining in. There’s no denying that once the new century kicked off, there was a resurgence, a renaissance of sorts, and the following movies prove why the 2000s was the true golden age of romcoms.

20 of the best 2000s movie duos

A pair of actors need to have that extra something special between them to make their friendships believable, and no one did it quite like the twosomes sprinkled throughout cinema in the days of frosted tips and Pepsi Blue.

20 holiday movie lines that warm fans’ hearts

People love the end of the year because it usually means that schools are out and work is on autopilot until the new year — and because of the holidays. No matter the reason, these are the best lines from holiday movies.

23 films that may prove why 1999 was cinema's finest year

The fear of Y2K must have caused a sense of urgency at the end of the 20th century because everything was cranked up to an eleven. Yes, technology has taken the world of film far, and companies like A24 have pushed the boundaries of creativity, but alas, the following will more than prove that 1999 was the best year for movies — ever.

The 21 best-dressed characters of 2023

When it comes to fashion in 2023, the world will always remember what Rihanna in red during the Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show, the ensembles the Beyhive and Swifties rocked at summer tours, and when Jared Leto represented the furry community at the Met Gala. They will also note that 2023 was one of the stylish years on big and small screens.

21 TV shows the world said goodbye to in 2023

The television landscape can be cruel. One second, fans are enjoying their favorite show, and the next, it’s canceled, and they’re left wondering what could’ve become of their beloved characters.