Charlene Badasie
Charlene is a multifaceted writer and pop culture enthusiast. Her work has been featured in Glamour, GQ, HuffPost, CBR, and more. She loves the Backstreet Boys, advocates individuality, and is a firm believer in pancakes for dinner.
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Charlene Badasie
When The Villain Is Just A Girl With Boundaries: Reframing The Mean Girl Trope
Was she really the mean girl? Or did she just have boundaries?
Music Documentary ‘Larger Than Life: Reign of the Boybands’ Rewrites Who Gets To Matter In Music
For millions of teenage girls, boybands were a lifeline to feeling seen, heard, and connected in a world that rolled its eyes at their joy.
Soap Opera Stars From The ’90s Who Made Us Swoon And Where They Are Now
Where are your favorite soap opera heartthrobs now?
The New Trend Of ‘Anti-Hero Girlfriends’ And Why We Love Messy Female Leads
It means the death of the pretty punchline.
5 Slightly Obscure, Must-See Sebastian Stan Movies That Have Nothing To Do With Marvel
Love Sebastian Stan? Then you’ve gotta see these Marvel-free movies.
‘A Complete Unknown’ Might Be The Best Music Biopic In Years—Here’s Why
When A Complete Unknown hit theaters toward the end of 2024, it felt like a breath of fresh air compared to other music biopics that have been around in the past few years.
‘A Complete Unknown’ Is Better Than Other Biopics, Period
Here’s why the Bob Dylan biopic is the best, hands down.
Romantic Comedies Are Making A Comeback – Here’s Why That Matters
Rom coms are back, and we couldn’t be more grateful.
4 Important Lessons ’27 Dresses’ Taught Me About Relationships
Real love isn’t about checking boxes.
8 Damon Salvatore Quotes Made ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Unforgettable
“I promised you an eternity of misery, so I’m just keeping my word.”
The Best Movie Plot Twists That Still Shock Us Even After A Rewatch
Beware: Spoilers ahead.
These Damon Salvatore Quotes Made ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Incredible
Damon is unforgettable.
Cobra Kai Vs. Miyagi-Do: Which Lessons Actually Work In Real Life?
Now that ‘Cobra Kai’ has finished, which remains the ultimate dojo?
The Ultimate Guide to TV’s Best Slow Burn Romances
These TV romances prove that love is worth the wait.
From Darth Vader To Magneto: The 4 Most Misunderstood Villains Of All Time
Maybe these bad guys aren’t as bad as you thought.
‘It Ends With Us’ Was A Disaster In The Making From Day One
And all the drama between the lead actors makes the movie ever-present.
These Damon Salvatore Quotes Made ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Unforgettable
Every character in The Vampire Diaries had their moments in the spotlight, with some of the best lines in the supernatural teen drama genre.
Top 4 Best TV Series Starring Nicole Kidman
To say that Nicole Kidman is one of the most talented actors in the world would not be an understatement. After mastering her craft in several Australian projects, Kidman’s big Hollywood break came when she played Dr.