Alyssa Holcomb
School
University Of Florida
Northwestern University
Expertise
Boy Bands, The Disney Renaissance Era, 2000s Music And Culture
- Alyssa has spent almost two decades immersed in the many nuances of pop culture communications, from interviewing the likes of Betty White and the cast of "Workaholics," to working at institutions including ABC's "The View" and MSG Entertainment (formerly The Madison Square Garden Company).
- Her after school activities as a child revolved around watching "TRL" and "E! News," which prompted a life-long love of celebrity entertainment coverage.
- She is a former Twihard, a (somewhat) closeted Gleek, and a longtime Little Monster.
Experience
Alyssa has spent the majority of her career in arts and entertainment journalism at both the local and international levels. She began her career as an arts intern at her hometown newspaper, covering area performances and leading features on local directors and filmmakers. She has written for a variety of outlets spanning the industry, including BroadwayWorld, College Magazine, Blurred Culture, and The Independent Florida Alligator. At the latter, she created the original column "Trophy Hunting," which covered awards season, for three years.
Education
She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Telecommunications Management with a minor in Theatre from the University of Florida; she also holds a Master of Science degree in Leadership for Creative Enterprises from Northwestern University.
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Stories By Alyssa Holcomb
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The 2000s were rife with a sprawling array of teen shows that seemed to air on just about every network, many stars of which have faded into obscurity, but why?
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The ensemble show will thrive only with the right ensemble, and 30 Rock's cast is still making waves today.
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Ryan Seacrest has been at the forefront of American entertainment for years, but he's had some awkward on-air moments, including these very cringey encounters.
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From serious medical issues to relationship drama to an obsession with football, this is the untold truth of "One Tree Hill" heartthrob Chad Michael Murray.
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Matt Rife is your average young guy — just in a bustling "Hollyweird" world that is ready and willing for more funny business from this up-and-coming comic.
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RuPaul's Drag Race has featured some of the most memorable reality TV moments in recent history - both for better and for worse. These are among the cringiest.
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Aaron Taylor-Johnson's time in the spotlight including his blockbuster films and a marriage that has the public divided.
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Not every millennial pop group could be the Spice Girls or NSYNC of their generation. Here are 14 bands from the 2000s you may have forgotten.
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Explore the enduring friendships of RuPaul's Drag Race queens with this heartwarming guide. Discover which contestants have formed close bonds.
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Both Sam Claflin's career and his personal life have skyrocketed after a variety of roles in film and television challenged him in sometimes terrible ways.
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BTS are living K-Pop legends at this point. But how much do you know about them? Here is the meaning behind everything they do.
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For six seasons, "How To Get Away With Murder" delivered the twists and turns. Here's what the stars have been up to since the series came to an end in 2020.
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It was the time of checkered skate shoes, studded belts, and skinny jeans. Let's look at what some of our fave emo pop bands of the 2000s are doing today.
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Whatever happened to the cast of "The '70s Show"? Only a trip down memory lane in the old Vista Cruiser can help us find out.
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In 2010, Darren Criss became a worldwide sensation when he appeared on Glee. Since then, his career has only been on the rise. Let's see what he's been up to.
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"Glee" has found new audiences thanks to streaming and social media. Here's what happened to the cast of the show choir hit!
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The bond between BTS and their A.R.M.Y. has made headlines, but even the highest-ranking members of this fan base don't know everything about the K-pop group.
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It was the best of times, it was the cringiest of times ... Between fashions and feuds, the '00s gave us countless pop star moments that made us all cringe.
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If you've been an avid viewer of Hollywood cinema, you're certainly familiar with the past work of Sandra Bullock. Here's a deep dive into her long career.
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There's more than meets the eye when it comes to Blackpink, and it's not all aegyo (translation: cuteness) beneath the surface.
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Pop divas love to throw shade at each other. Here's a look at some of the most intense feuds between pop music's princes and princesses.
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You may think you already know everything about BTS. But there may be some facts about the "Tannies" that even the most vigilant of ARMY members may not know.
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Victoria Pedretti is a sensitive soul with an empathetic muscle primed for acting. So how did she become one of the top scream queens of her generation?
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There are a few things you need to know about the 'House of Dragon cast before continuing your journey with our Westerosi friends and foes.
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In two decades, Menudo cycled through 33 members to maintain its fountain of youth strategy. The band's untold truth is a story of greatness and of downfall.
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Here's the truth about Sylvester Stallone and Brigitte Nielsen, who were not the first but were one of the most talked-about celebrity couples of the 1980s.
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Ryan Reynolds will go down in Hollywood history as one of the hunkiest heartthrobs and his transformation truly encapsulates how captivating his life is.