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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.

Adam Levine chides Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani on upcoming wedding: 'I don't support their marriage'

Fans of The Voice will be nostalgically pleased with Adam Levine's latest visit to The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The Maroon 5 frontman served as a coach on

Michael B. Jordan downplays 'Superman' rumors: 'I'm just watching on this one'

Michael B. Jordan will debut as the first Black actor to portray John Kelly/John Clark when Tom Clancy's Without Remorse hits Amazon Prime Video tomorrow (April 30), but he can't escape questions about whether he will next become the first Black Superman.

KISS to perform in conjunction with Tribeca Film Festival 'Biography: KISStory' screening

It's been nearly 50 years since KISS formed in 1973, but they're still pushing the envelope and notching first-time experiences. According to KISS's official website, the legendary (and famously masked) hard rockers will give a first-ever performance for the 2021 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City.

John Mayer reportedly in talks to host late-night talk show on Paramount Plus

John Mayer has proved since the turn of the century that he knows how to command a microphone. Paramount Plus is reportedly "nearing a deal" to benefit

Elliot Page recounts coming out as trans to Oprah: 'It really felt imperative'

Elliot Page's first interview since coming out as transgender was as a Time Magazine cover star. The 34-year-old actor followed that up by giving his first on-camera interview to Oprah Winfrey for her Apple Plus TV series The Oprah Conversation.

Ed Helms confused by 'baby shampoo company' Johnson & Johnson offering COVID vaccine

Ed Helms received the one-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, which recently had its pause lifted after blood clotting concerns earlier this month, and luckily did not experience any worrisome side effects.

Britney Spears approved to speak at June 23 conservatorship hearing

A lot has been said about Britney Spears, especially since The New York Times Presents: Framing Britney Spears documentary dropped in February, and now the 39-year-old pop star will speak for herself.

Ewan McGregor is optimistic about 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' series: 'I'm just in a much better place'

Ewan McGregor's dedication to embodying Obi-Wan Kenobi has lasted 22 years and outlasted poor reception. The Golden Globe winner discussed the role with The Hollywood Reporter under the guise of the upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi due next year, and he couldn't be happier to head up the Disney Plus series named after his character.

Willow Smith gets an assist from Travis Barker on new single 'Transparent Soul'

Willow Smith did her best to energize you for the rest of this week by releasing "Transparent Soul." The pop-punk track is co-signed by one of the genre's godfathers with Travis Barker on the drums.

Watch: Chris Pratt's 'The Tomorrow War' trailer drops

The first glimpse at The Tomorrow War arrived today (April 28). Amazon Prime Video dropped the first trailer for the Chris McKay-directed film: In it, time travelers arrive to present day with a warning: "We are fighting a war 30 years in the future.

Pixar shares new sea monster-themed 'Luca' trailer and poster

We may not be able to travel abroad this summer, but Luca does well to immerse us in the Italy Riviera. In fact, the Disney and Pixar animated film does even better: Who needs a boring vacation when you can watch a fantastical adventure centered around human beings and sea monsters.

Randy Quaid is 'seriously considering running for governor' in California's recall election

Arnold Schwarzenegger predicted this, in a way. "I predict right now there will be another 100 candidates announcing before the election," the 73-year-old former Governor of California said while discussing Caitlyn Jenner's recent decision to run in the upcoming recall election during Jimmy Kimmel Live on Monday night.

'SNL' alum Leslie Jones will host the 2021 MTV Movie & TV Awards on May 16

Leslie Jones knows how to command a stage, and she's bringing her expertise to the 2021 MTV Movie & TV Awards. The 53-year-old actress and comedienne announced Wednesday morning that she will take over hosting duties Sunday, May 16: "Yasss!!!

DJ Khaled announces another one: 'Khaled Khaled' is coming Friday

DJ Khaled can tease with the best of them. The Grammy winner announced his forthcoming 12th studio album Khaled Khaled will drop Friday (April 30). Of

Martin Scorsese and Paul Schrader developing series 'about the origins of Christianity' 

Paul Schrader sat down for a lengthy conversation with Richard Brady of The New Yorker, published last week, and it ended on a high note when Brady asked the Oscar-nominated director and writer if he had entertained the possibility of creating a feature-length film or series for a streaming service.

This 80-year-old review costs 'Citizen Kane' its perfect Rotten Tomatoes rating

Kids now are taught that everything they put on the internet lives forever. It turns out that Mae Tinee's Chicago Daily Tribune critical review of Citizen

Lana Condor will reportedly star opposite Cole Sprouse in HBO Max rom-com 'Moonshot'

That sound you hear is teenagers screaming. According to Deadline's Justin Kroll, Lana Condor and Cole Sprouse have been cast in a forthcoming HBO Max romantic comedy titled Moonshot.

Anthony Mackie jokes his Captain America action figure 'looks more like Jamie Foxx'

Anthony Mackie is the new Captain America—the first Black Captain America—but he had to playfully do a double-take to make sure Jamie Foxx hadn't stolen his gig.

20 tropical destinations to fantasize about in the summer

International travel is touch-and-go, with most countries remaining a no-go, but nothing can stop you from fantasizing about tropical destinations on your wish list as soon as you're allowed to explore freely again. Below are 20 particularly beautiful tropical vacation spots to vicariously enjoy.

Arnold Schwarzenegger weighs in on Caitlyn Jenner's campaign: 'Anyone has a chance'

Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected as California's governor in October 2003 as the result of a recall effort against then-Governor Gray Davis, and Caitlyn Jenner is looking to repeat history as another Hollywood figure using a recall election to infiltrate the state's political arena.

Patrick Dempsey says 'no one could agree on the script' for delayed 'Enchanted' sequel

Fans have been waiting about a decade for the Enchanted sequel, and Patrick Dempsey hinted at what has taken Disenchanted so long to come together. "Every year they were like, 'We’re going to do this.

Patrick Dempsey recounts his final 'Grey's' scene: 'We all cried'

Patrick Dempsey said goodbye to the Grey's Anatomy universe in 2015 when Derek "McDreamy" Shepherd tragically died from a car accident, but he reprised his character for the longest-running primetime medical drama's current 17th season.

Chadwick Boseman's family isn't upset over Anthony Hopkins winning best actor

Derrick Boseman is pretty sure that everybody else is way more concerned with who won best actor at the 93rd Academy Awards than his brother would have been.

Billie Eilish announces that 'Happier Than Ever' is not only a song but an entire album

Monday, Billie Eilish tilted social media off of its axis to the tune of over 30 million combined likes when she shared two cryptic Instagram posts nodding

Watch: Justin Bieber sings 'Peaches' to classroom instruments with Fallon and The Roots

Any teacher would give this an A-plus. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon aired a performance of Justin Bieber's "Peaches" using only classroom instruments during Monday night's episode.