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Megan Armstrong

Entertainment Writer

Megan Armstrong (@megankarmstrong) is a writer whose work has appeared in places such as Billboard, GQ, Esquire, Bleacher Report, Uproxx, and others. Megan has also produced various podcasts and hosted a daily radio show at Mizzou. She grew up obsessed with sports — impressing adults by memorizing NFL statistics as a kindergartner — and grew into an obsession with music. And so, she has refused to choose between them professionally.  She's most interested in writing about people and how they live their lives through the framework of music, entertainment, and sports.

Joshua Bassett says he has 'a right to stand up for myself' amid Olivia Rodrigo's 'Drivers License' popularity

"Drivers License" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and enjoyed a record-breaking run there.

Watch the heartbreaking trailer for 'Juice WRLD: Into the Abyss'

Thursday would have been Juice WRLD's 23rd birthday. It's probably not a coincidence that HBO chose Thursday to unveil the trailer for "Juice WRLD: Into the Abyss," a forthcoming original documentary film.

Adele's stance on reality television: 'My brain will die' if I watch it

Adele is too busy for reality television, but even when she does have downtime, there are some shows she refuses to watch.

Nicole Kidman tried to get out of playing Lucille Ball in 'Being the Ricardos'

Regardless of what the public thinks, Kidman scored glowing approval from Lucie Arnaz Luckinbill, the daughter Desi and Lucille, in October.

Ariana Grande, Kid Cudi release single 'Just Look Up' ahead of 'Don't Look Up' release

In Adam McKay's "Don't Look Up," Ariana Grande and Kid Cudi play pop star Riley Bina and DJ Chello, respectively, and at some point in the sci-fi dramedy, they perform an original song called "Just Look Up."

Blake Shelton jokes Kelly Clarkson is 'second-worst coach that we have ever had' on 'The Voice'

Blake Shelton is the only remaining OG coach on The Voice, having been on the NBC singing competition series since its 2011 debut. Kelly Clarkson is the second-longest-tenured coach, as she joined for Season 14 in early 2018.

Airbnb is renting out 'Home Alone' house for one-night stays at just $25

Merry Christmas, ya filthy animal. Airbnb is making the McCallister house from Home Alone available to book for a one-night stay, beginning Dec. 7.

The Weeknd's forthcoming HBO drama 'The Idol' adds six cast members

"The Idol" will mark The Weeknd's feature-acting debut.

Attorney for 'Rust' assistant director Dave Halls insists Alec Baldwin 'did not pull' trigger on prop gun

Alec Baldwin denies pulling the trigger in the "Rust" tragedy that claimed the life of 42-year-old cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. That was corroborated by Lisa Torraco, attorney for "Rust" assistant director Dave Halls.

'American Idol' sets premiere date for 20th overall season

Ryan Seacrest will return as host, as will Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie as judges. That has been the group holding "Idol" down since the rebooted franchise debuted in March 2018.

Could Lady Gaga's seventh album drop in 2022? 'There's always music in my heart'

As undeniable as it has become that the multi-award winner is a bona fide movie star, Lady Gaga will always be a musician first and foremost.

Seth Rogen was high while in front row of ‘Adele One Night Only’

This isn't news. It would be news if Seth Rogen weren't high. But it's still a funny story.

Sam Asghari dotes on 'wife' Britney Spears for her 40th birthday: 'I’m inspired by your beautiful heart'

The holiday season can officially commence Thursday (Dec. 2), Britney Spears' 40th birthday.

Shawn Mendes releases breakup ballad after splitting from Camila Cabello

Shawn Mendes just dropped his single "It'll Be Okay," his first song since he and Camila Cabello split on Nov. 17.

Sandra Oh is fighting for Asian representation: 'When I was growing up, I never saw my face on the cover'

Sandra Oh doesn't take for granted that she is on the cover of People as one of the publication's 2021 People of the Year.

Clayton Echard teases his season of 'The Bachelor': 'I did find love'

Clayton Echard says he found love during his season of "The Bachelor."

Cara Delevingne added to 'Only Murders in the Building' cast: 'So excited'

Selena Gomez, Steve Martin and Martin Short are calling in for backup. According to Deadline and Variety, Cara Delevingne is joining the cast of Hulu's Only Murders in the Building for its second season as a series regular.

Sandra Bullock recalls traumatizing 2014 home invasion: 'I wasn't the same after that'

Midway through the new episode of Red Table Talk, Willow Smith mentioned that she had her first home broken into while away on vacation last Christmas, and it clearly struck a chord with guest Sandra Bullock.

Sandra Bullock details challenges of raising two Black children as a white woman

Bullock first adopted her son, Louis, in early 2010 when he was an infant. She then adopted her daughter, Laila, as a three-year-old out of Louisiana's foster care system in late 2015.

Sandra Bullock: 'The Unforgivable' is 'my love letter' to daughter Laila

"The Unforgivable" marks Sandra Bullock's first film in three years, since 2018's Netflix sci-fi thriller "Bird Box," and she opened up on the newest episode of Red Table Talk about why she felt compelled to take on the dramatic role.

Watch emotional preview of Alec Baldwin's first sit-down interview since 'Rust' tragedy

The Sante Fe County Sheriff's Office is still investigating the fatal tragedy.

Bradley Cooper asked Nicholas Braun for 'Succession' spoilers

A lot of people have a lot of theories about Greg Hirsch, most commonly known as Cousin Greg and played by Nicholas Braun, on Succession.

Michael B. Jordan opens up about Lori Harvey: 'I finally found what love was'

Michael B. Jordan wouldn't have taken the leading role in A Journal for Jordan, or in any romantic movie, at any other point in his life.

Denzel Washington on Michael B. Jordan comparisons: 'I just know I like him'

Michael B. Jordan and Denzel Washington have elicited comparisons before, with Jordan presumed to be Washington's metaphorical heir in the film industry, but they have made themselves inextricable now.

Sandra Bullock explains why she isn't married to Bryan Randall

The Oscar winner filed for divorce from Jesse James in early 2010, around the same time she adopted son Louis, after nearly five years of marriage. Bullock later adopted a then-three-year-old Laila in late 2015.