Alexandra Daddario Was Never The Same After True Detective
The lead of "Mayfair Witches" became a movie and TV star in the 2010s but wasn't truly recognized for her acting until "The White Lotus" in 2021.
Looper Editorial Policies
Looper's content is a collaboration between a core group of experienced entertainment editors and a vast team of writers, graphic designers, interviewers, and experts in all things entertainment and pop culture. Our goal is to provide up-to-the-minute breaking news coverage as well as original and engaging opinion and editorial content that serves fans of movies, television, and genre media in general.
Our team of editors and advisors constantly updates and reviews articles to ensure they're current, comprehensive, and informative. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Blaise Santi
-
-
Every Part Of The MCU Timeline You Need To Know Before Watching Echo
With Maya Lopez coming to her own Disney+ and Hulu superhero series, here is everything you need to know in the MCU timeline before watching "Echo." -
Whatever Happened To Liv Tyler?
Liv Tyler looked set to become the next big thing in Hollywood after "The Lord of the Rings," so why did she fall off the Tinseltown radar? -
Zac Efron's Tragic True Life Story
Zac Efron, star of "Baywatch" and "The Iron Claw," has had a surprisingly turbulent, tragic true life story. Here are all the details on Efron's career. -
Kenan Thompson's Tragic True Life Story
If you're reading this, there's a good chance Kenan Thompson has been on TV the entire time you've been alive. But his prolific showbiz career hasn't been easy. -
The Best Characters From SNL's Weekend Update, Ranked
"Saturday Night Live" always offered a spotlight for original sketches, but some of its best characters come from its longest running segment: "Weekend Update." -
The Unspoken Truth Of Cecily Strong
Cecily Strong is best known for her 10-year run as one of the most popular cast members on "Saturday Night Live." But there's a lot more to her than "SNL." -
Elizabeth Olsen Was Never The Same After Marvel
Although Elizabeth Olsen had a promising career before Marvel knocked on her door, the role of the Scarlet Witch sent her into the stratosphere. -
Jennette McCurdy Was Never The Same After iCarly
Like many exploited child stars, Jennette McCurdy had more than her fair share of struggles growing up — this is her journey to adulthood and personal agency. -
Whatever Happened To David Hyde Pierce?
Although "Frasier" made David Hyde Pierce a household name for his portrayal of Niles Crane, his career since then has stayed largely away from Hollywood. -
What Phil Hartman's Final Appearance On SNL Was Really Like
Phil Hartman was an iconic "Saturday Night Live" cast member in the '90s who returned to host twice after he left the show. Here is what happened. -
The Unspoken Truth Of Austin Butler
Austin Butler became a household name after his starring role in "Elvis," but the actor has been working in the industry for more than a decade. -
Why Jessica Alba Was Never The Same After Fantastic Four
"Fantastic Four" was supposed to take Jessica Alba's career to the next level. Instead it eventually led her to a different kind of success altogether. -
What Adam Sandler's Last Episode As An SNL Cast Member Was Like
Adam Sandler was a breakout star of "Saturday Night Live" in the 1990s before he was fired after his last episode as a cast member, the Season 20 finale. -
Actors Who Were Almost Cast In Quentin Tarantino Movies
Quentin Tarantino almost directed Michelle Yeoh, Sylvester Stallone, and Jennifer Lawrence. Here is why they and other actors didn't collaborate with him. -
12 Oscar-Winning Films That Failed At The Box Office
Just as a movie may earn popular acclaim but no awards, the opposite is also true — there are plenty of Oscar-winning films that were also box office failures. -
2000s Box Office Bombs That Are Actually Worth Watching
Failure at the box office doesn't necessarily mean that a film is bad — here are just a few movies from the 2000s that have gone from bomb to cult classic. -
Kaley Cuoco's Best Episodes In The Big Bang Theory
On "The Big Bang Theory," Penny — played by Kaley Cuoco — is the emotional glue that holds the group together. Here are some of her best episodes. -
Saturday Night Live Season 49 - Will It Ever Happen?
As "Saturday Night Live" stares down a writers' and actors' strike, the question remains: Will the long-running sitcom end up reaching its 49th season? -
The Untold Truth Of Gal Gadot
Most audiences are likely familiar with Gal Gadot as DC's Wonder Woman, but there's more to this Israeli model-turned-actress than meets the eye. -
Why 2015's Fantastic Four Bombed At The Box Office
The 2015 version of "Fantastic Four" is generally considered one of the biggest comic book movie flops. But why exactly did it perform so poorly? -
Why The Cast Of Barbie Looks So Familiar
Greta Gerwig's blockbuster hit "Barbie" is packed with talented actors playing fun roles - mostly Barbies and Kens. Here's where you've seen the cast before. -
The Ending Of Howl's Moving Castle Explained
As richly layered as you would expect from a Hayao Miyazaki movie, here is everything you need to know about the ending of "Howl's Moving Castle." -
13 Movie Franchises That Will Likely Never Be Rebooted
Everyone knows Hollywood loves a good reboot, but some franchises are unlikely to get that treatment, no matter how much fans might want it to happen. -
The Worst Choreographed Martial Arts Sequences In Movie History
For every great martial arts movie, there are dozens more that have laughable fight sequences only a die-hard aficionado could love. -
Lightsaber Rules That Make No Sense In Star Wars
The lightsaber is one of the most iconic weapons in all of pop culture, but there are some things about the Star Wars staple that just don't add up. -
TV Shows That Got Canceled More Than Once
These shows were pulled back from the brink at least once, though most have since been canceled for good.
