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Louis Staples is a freelance features writer based in London, UK. His work covers the internet, pop culture, politics and queer issues. He writes a monthly column for British GQ and is working on his first book.
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Fans Can’t Stop Thirsting Over the ‘White Lotus’ MAGA Bro
IT'S ABOUT THE PUMP!Patrick Schwarzenegger’s cocky, often-shirtless performance as Saxon had fans instantly drooling—and then shamed, given the Saxon’s personality and likely politics. Who’s right?

A DUI Is the Best Thing to Happen to This Real Housewife
JESUS TAKE THE WHEELIt might sound strange —and even a little sadistic—to describe Shannon Beador’s DUI as a good thing. But in terms of her reality TV stardom, it’s had an undeniably positive impact.

‘Industry’ Officially Earns Title as the New ‘Succession’
EATING THE RICHThe comparisons between the two HBO Sunday night dramas at first seemed lazy. But the best-yet season of “Industry” just proved that it deserves the illustrious crown.

‘Industry’ Shocked Fans With Its Biggest Twist Yet
SPOILER ALERT!We unpack that jaw-dropping reveal in Episode 5 of “Industry” that has fans’ heads spinning. Here’s everything you need to know.

‘Industry’ Is Really a Show About Mommy and Daddy Issues
CALL YOUR THERAPISTSure, the hit HBO series is about power struggles, privilege, sex, drugs, and the messy lives of financiers. But at its heart, it’s about how parents can really screw you up.

‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Sequel Is a Terrible Idea
THAT’S ALLOne of the biggest “Devil Wears Prada” fans makes the case for why the film is singular to the era it was made, and how a proposed sequel could tarnish its legacy.

The Hotel in ‘The White Lotus’ Is the Best Character on TV
CHECKING INEach episode of “The White Lotus” surfaces a different fan-favorite character or performance. But it’s the absurdity of the luxury resort itself that makes the show work.

The ‘Real Housewives’ Franchise Has a Major Receipts Problem
GOTCHA MOMENTBravo’s Real Housewives love nothing more than sharing damning receipts. But it’s become so common on the show that it’s starting to seriously spoil the fun.

‘Girls’ at 10: In Defense of Lena Dunham’s Creative Genius
HAPPY ANNIVERSARYOn April 15, 2012, Dunham’s “Girls” premiered on HBO. The trailblazing series helped shape the TV landscape and gave us one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Do we owe her an apology?

How the Wild ‘Real Housewives of SLC’ Changed Bravo Forever
UPPING THE ANTEThe Bravo reality series has been awash in explosive controversies, yet its ratings remain low. Where will the franchise go from here?
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