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Elaine Thompson
Entertainment
Disney's New Wave of Live-Action Remakes: What Worked and What Didn't
From The Little Mermaid to Peter Pan & Wendy, Disney’s live-action remakes keep coming. Here’s our honest Gen Z breakdown of the latest ones—what’s worth the hype and what’s giving filler.
Entertainment
Why Gen Z Is Obsessed with Silent Podcasts and Doing Nothing Online
Silent podcasts and no-talking content are taking over Gen Z's digital space. Discover why ambient streams, study buddies, and quiet presence are the new form of online intimacy.
Entertainment
How Actors Became Gen Z's Favorite Directors
Actors like Bradley Cooper and Greta Gerwig are flipping Hollywood’s script—literally. Discover how today’s performers are owning the director’s chair in this Gen Z deep dive.
Entertainment
Survivor Winners Then vs. Now: What They're Doing in 2025
From Richard Hatch to Rachel LaMont, explore what every Survivor winner is doing now. Discover their careers, side hustles, nonprofits, and surprise comebacks in this updated 2025 guide.
Travel
Inside Epic Universe: Gen Z's New Theme Park Obsession
Universal's Epic Universe in Orlando is changing the game for theme parks—think high-tech thrills, immersive worlds, and no more paper tickets. Here’s everything Gen Z travelers need to know.
Entertainment
Blended and Thriving: Celebs Who Are Redefining Family in 2025
From J.Lo and Ben to Ciara and Russell, these celebrities are showing how blended families work—with love, honesty, and plenty of chaos. Here’s how they’re reshaping what family looks like in 2025.
Entertainment
Titan: The OceanGate Disaster – Netflix's Chilling Deep-Sea Documentary
Dive into Netflix’s Titan: The OceanGate Disaster, a powerful documentary exploring the fatal 2023 Titan sub implosion. Uncover the truth about ambition, ignored warnings, and the real cost of deep-sea exploration.
Entertainment
Why TV Fame Doesn't Always Equal Movie Stardom
TV actors can be huge stars—but many never cross into movie fame. Discover the real reasons why the leap to the silver screen is harder than it looks, even in 2025.
Entertainment
These Famous Artists Went to Juilliard, Berklee & More
Before they were legends, these 8 musicians attended top music schools like Juilliard and Berklee. Discover how formal training shaped their iconic careers.
Entertainment
Musicians Who Nailed Acting Careers: 10 Stars Who Slayed Both
From Lady Gaga to Donald Glover, these musicians didn't just try acting—they crushed it. Discover the artists who made the leap from the stage to the screen and proved they’ve got serious range.
Entertainment
Reality TV Couples Still Together in 2025: Who Made It Work?
From Love Is Blind to Love Island, discover which reality TV couples are still going strong in 2025. These are the rare love stories that lasted long after the cameras stopped rolling.
Entertainment
Longest-Running TV Shows Still Airing in 2025
From The Simpsons to Grey’s Anatomy, these are the longest-running TV shows still airing in 2025—proving that great content never goes out of style.
Entertainment
The Legally Blonde Prequel "Elle": What Every Gen Z Needs to Know
Amazon MGM’s new series Elle takes us back to Elle Woods' high school days. Here’s what we know about the cast, story, and how it fits into the Legally Blonde universe.
Entertainment
The Hidden Heartbreak of Cindy Crawford's Son, Presley Gerber
The heartbreaking journey of Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford, reveals the dark side of fame, mental health struggles, and the weight of public expectations. A powerful Gen Z read.
Entertainment
Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Pack on PDA at Lakers Game
Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet turned heads at the Lakers playoff game with major PDA, from thigh-touching to courtside kisses. See the pics and details from their cozy night out.
Entertainment
Why Olivia Rodrigo's Wardrobe Feels Like a Playlist
Olivia Rodrigo's fashion is more than a vibe—it's an extension of her music. From grungy fits to vintage Y2K glam, her wardrobe brings the emotional highs and lows of SOUR and GUTS to life.
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About Author
Elaine Thompson
Elaine Thompson is your go-to source for all things entertainment at Woke Waves. A pop culture aficionado with a passion for the latest celeb gossip, movie releases, TV show binges, and chart-topping music, Elaine has her finger on the pulse of what's hot and happening. A Boston University alum, Elaine majored in Media Studies and Entertainment Journalism, where she honed her skills in uncovering the juiciest stories and delivering them with flair. Whether she's breaking down the latest Hollywood drama or reviewing the next big hit, Elaine brings a fun, lively vibe to everything she covers—perfectly capturing the voice of her fellow Gen Z readers.
