Max Gao
@maxjgao.bsky.social
高俊鹏
📚 McGill BCom ’24 | Current law student
📍 Toronto
✍️ Freelance sports and entertainment journalist: New York Times, Los Angeles Times, NBC News, Vanity Fair, Harper's BAZAAR, ELLE, W, THR
📚 McGill BCom ’24 | Current law student
📍 Toronto
✍️ Freelance sports and entertainment journalist: New York Times, Los Angeles Times, NBC News, Vanity Fair, Harper's BAZAAR, ELLE, W, THR
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On to the next.
March 18, 2025 at 11:12 PM
On to the next.
If that screener alone is any indication, the back half of this season is going to be a wild ride…
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media.tenor.com
March 1, 2025 at 4:06 AM
If that screener alone is any indication, the back half of this season is going to be a wild ride…
Massive wildfire spreading across Los Angeles. Nyla chasing (and catching) Glasser with the help of Lopez, Nolan and Penn. Baby Wopez name reveal. Chenford love confession. James getting caught kissing another woman and then both of them getting shot. Ridley is on the chopping block. #TheRookie
February 26, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Massive wildfire spreading across Los Angeles. Nyla chasing (and catching) Glasser with the help of Lopez, Nolan and Penn. Baby Wopez name reveal. Chenford love confession. James getting caught kissing another woman and then both of them getting shot. Ridley is on the chopping block. #TheRookie
The midseason finale of #TheRookie is the most stressed I have felt while watching an episode of this show in years—and that’s a very good thing. Everyone brought their A-game to this terrific (and terrifying) episode. The show keeps going from strength to strength this season. 👏
February 24, 2025 at 11:18 PM
The midseason finale of #TheRookie is the most stressed I have felt while watching an episode of this show in years—and that’s a very good thing. Everyone brought their A-game to this terrific (and terrifying) episode. The show keeps going from strength to strength this season. 👏
For @variety.com, I spoke with Lizzy Caplan about that big final twist in the new Netflix political thriller #ZeroDay, what it was like meeting and sparring with her onscreen father Robert De Niro, and the enduring legacy of Janis Ian and #MeanGirls: variety.com/2025/tv/news...
‘Zero Day’ Star Lizzy Caplan on That Big Finale Twist, Sparring With Robert De Niro and the Enduring Legacy of ‘Mean Girls’
'Zero Day' star Lizzy Caplan on that huge finale twist, sparring with Robert De Niro, what Jesse Plemons' Roger means to Alex and 'Mean Girls.'
variety.com
February 23, 2025 at 7:23 PM
For @variety.com, I spoke with Lizzy Caplan about that big final twist in the new Netflix political thriller #ZeroDay, what it was like meeting and sparring with her onscreen father Robert De Niro, and the enduring legacy of Janis Ian and #MeanGirls: variety.com/2025/tv/news...
For @thr.com, I summarized all the key points you need to remember from #Suits, and previewed what to expect from the new spinoff #SuitsLA, which premieres tonight on NBC: www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
‘Suits LA’: What to Expect From the Spinoff (and Remember From ‘Suits’)
Whether you watched the legal drama during its initial run or during the Summer of 'Suits,' here's your guide for the next chapter in Aaron Korsh’s franchise.
www.hollywoodreporter.com
February 23, 2025 at 7:21 PM
For @thr.com, I summarized all the key points you need to remember from #Suits, and previewed what to expect from the new spinoff #SuitsLA, which premieres tonight on NBC: www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
For @tvguide.com, I spoke with Aja Naomi King about why she keeps being tapped to play characters who are trying to get away with murder.
After playing an ambitious law student on #HTGAWM, King is now the star of the soapy NBC drama #GrossePointeGardenSociety: www.tvguide.com/news/grosse-...
After playing an ambitious law student on #HTGAWM, King is now the star of the soapy NBC drama #GrossePointeGardenSociety: www.tvguide.com/news/grosse-...
Grosse Pointe Garden Society's Aja Naomi King Previews NBC's Twisty New Murder Mystery
She's getting away with murder... again!
www.tvguide.com
February 20, 2025 at 7:23 PM
For @tvguide.com, I spoke with Aja Naomi King about why she keeps being tapped to play characters who are trying to get away with murder.
After playing an ambitious law student on #HTGAWM, King is now the star of the soapy NBC drama #GrossePointeGardenSociety: www.tvguide.com/news/grosse-...
After playing an ambitious law student on #HTGAWM, King is now the star of the soapy NBC drama #GrossePointeGardenSociety: www.tvguide.com/news/grosse-...
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For @variety.com, I spoke with #TheRookie’s Jenna Dewan about playing out her character’s domestic abuse storyline with her real-life fiancé @stevekazee.bsky.social, her viral “Smooth Criminal” TikTok dance with Mekia Cox & what she learned from working for Janet Jackson: variety.com/2025/tv/news...
‘The Rookie’ Star Jenna Dewan on Having Real-Life Fiancé Steve Kazee Play Her Abusive Ex and Touring With ‘Idol’ Janet Jackson
‘The Rookie’ star Jenna Dewan on having real-life fiancé Steve Kazee play her abusive ex on the show. Also, touring with 'idol’ Janet Jackson.
variety.com
February 19, 2025 at 3:42 AM
For @variety.com, I spoke with #TheRookie’s Jenna Dewan about playing out her character’s domestic abuse storyline with her real-life fiancé @stevekazee.bsky.social, her viral “Smooth Criminal” TikTok dance with Mekia Cox & what she learned from working for Janet Jackson: variety.com/2025/tv/news...
For @variety.com, I spoke with #TheRookie’s Jenna Dewan about playing out her character’s domestic abuse storyline with her real-life fiancé @stevekazee.bsky.social, her viral “Smooth Criminal” TikTok dance with Mekia Cox & what she learned from working for Janet Jackson: variety.com/2025/tv/news...
‘The Rookie’ Star Jenna Dewan on Having Real-Life Fiancé Steve Kazee Play Her Abusive Ex and Touring With ‘Idol’ Janet Jackson
‘The Rookie’ star Jenna Dewan on having real-life fiancé Steve Kazee play her abusive ex on the show. Also, touring with 'idol’ Janet Jackson.
variety.com
February 19, 2025 at 3:42 AM
For @variety.com, I spoke with #TheRookie’s Jenna Dewan about playing out her character’s domestic abuse storyline with her real-life fiancé @stevekazee.bsky.social, her viral “Smooth Criminal” TikTok dance with Mekia Cox & what she learned from working for Janet Jackson: variety.com/2025/tv/news...
I have a new interview for @variety.com after today’s episode of #TheRookie. Trust me when I say that it’s a *struggle* as a freelancer to convince an editor to let me cover network TV these days—budgets are tight and readership interest usually isn’t high. I will keep delivering if people show up.
February 18, 2025 at 6:12 AM
I have a new interview for @variety.com after today’s episode of #TheRookie. Trust me when I say that it’s a *struggle* as a freelancer to convince an editor to let me cover network TV these days—budgets are tight and readership interest usually isn’t high. I will keep delivering if people show up.
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For @tvguide.com, I caught up with #TheRookie’s @missoneil.bsky.social to discuss those Chenford hotel room scenes, why Lucy cannot shake the feeling that Ridley is up to no good, Lucy’s future at the LAPD—and who, between her and Eric Winter, Kojo the dog likes more: www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
The Rookie's Melissa O'Neil Breaks Down Lucy and Tim's Valentine's Day, and What Comes Next for Chenford
'The heart wants what the heart wants'
www.tvguide.com
February 12, 2025 at 4:15 AM
For @tvguide.com, I caught up with #TheRookie’s @missoneil.bsky.social to discuss those Chenford hotel room scenes, why Lucy cannot shake the feeling that Ridley is up to no good, Lucy’s future at the LAPD—and who, between her and Eric Winter, Kojo the dog likes more: www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
You’re welcome, Chenford fans. 😉 #TheRookie
February 12, 2025 at 4:16 AM
You’re welcome, Chenford fans. 😉 #TheRookie
For @tvguide.com, I caught up with #TheRookie’s @missoneil.bsky.social to discuss those Chenford hotel room scenes, why Lucy cannot shake the feeling that Ridley is up to no good, Lucy’s future at the LAPD—and who, between her and Eric Winter, Kojo the dog likes more: www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
The Rookie's Melissa O'Neil Breaks Down Lucy and Tim's Valentine's Day, and What Comes Next for Chenford
'The heart wants what the heart wants'
www.tvguide.com
February 12, 2025 at 4:15 AM
For @tvguide.com, I caught up with #TheRookie’s @missoneil.bsky.social to discuss those Chenford hotel room scenes, why Lucy cannot shake the feeling that Ridley is up to no good, Lucy’s future at the LAPD—and who, between her and Eric Winter, Kojo the dog likes more: www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
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#TheRookie fans, you won’t want to miss this #Chenford sneak peek of Tuesday’s episode (with some quick insights from @missoneil.bsky.social)…
Full interview to come after the episode! www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
Full interview to come after the episode! www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
The Rookie Exclusive Clip: Get Your First Look at Lucy and Tim Working Together on Valentine's Day
Some people just don't know when a relationship is over
www.tvguide.com
February 11, 2025 at 4:03 AM
#TheRookie fans, you won’t want to miss this #Chenford sneak peek of Tuesday’s episode (with some quick insights from @missoneil.bsky.social)…
Full interview to come after the episode! www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
Full interview to come after the episode! www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
*whispers* there are some unreleased chenford photos that will be published in my interview with melissa o’neil tonight
see you later!
see you later!
February 11, 2025 at 10:03 PM
*whispers* there are some unreleased chenford photos that will be published in my interview with melissa o’neil tonight
see you later!
see you later!
#TheRookie fans, you won’t want to miss this #Chenford sneak peek of Tuesday’s episode (with some quick insights from @missoneil.bsky.social)…
Full interview to come after the episode! www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
Full interview to come after the episode! www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
The Rookie Exclusive Clip: Get Your First Look at Lucy and Tim Working Together on Valentine's Day
Some people just don't know when a relationship is over
www.tvguide.com
February 11, 2025 at 4:03 AM
#TheRookie fans, you won’t want to miss this #Chenford sneak peek of Tuesday’s episode (with some quick insights from @missoneil.bsky.social)…
Full interview to come after the episode! www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
Full interview to come after the episode! www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
For @tvguide.com, I spoke with Rafael Silva about how he prepared to play a Texas Ranger on #911LoneStar, the conclusion of Carlos’ search for his father’s killer, how he feels about a Carlos-centric spinoff, and his next role in the new Netflix drama #TheWaterfront: www.tvguide.com/news/9-1-1-l...
9-1-1: Lone Star's Rafael Silva on Carlos and T.K.'s Final Moments From the Series Finale
And what he took from set to remember the show
www.tvguide.com
February 4, 2025 at 4:21 PM
For @tvguide.com, I spoke with Rafael Silva about how he prepared to play a Texas Ranger on #911LoneStar, the conclusion of Carlos’ search for his father’s killer, how he feels about a Carlos-centric spinoff, and his next role in the new Netflix drama #TheWaterfront: www.tvguide.com/news/9-1-1-l...
For @tvguide.com, I spoke with #911LoneStar co-showrunner Rashad Raisani about all the major endings in tonight’s series finale, what he would’ve liked to have explored in a sixth season—and which characters, if any, could reappear in the #911onABC universe: www.tvguide.com/news/9-1-1-l...
9-1-1: Lone Star Showrunner Reveals the Shocking Character He Almost Killed Off in the Series Finale
Rashad Raisani also explains how the final moments for each character could set up a spin-off
www.tvguide.com
February 4, 2025 at 4:19 PM
For @tvguide.com, I spoke with #911LoneStar co-showrunner Rashad Raisani about all the major endings in tonight’s series finale, what he would’ve liked to have explored in a sixth season—and which characters, if any, could reappear in the #911onABC universe: www.tvguide.com/news/9-1-1-l...
For @thr.com, I spoke with Gina Torres about playing Tommy Vega’s emotional journey on #911LoneStar, the enduring legacy of Jessica Pearson on #Suits—and what she thinks is still getting lost in the larger conversation about diversity/inclusion in Hollywood: www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
Gina Torres on ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ Series Finale’s Twist Ending and Her One ‘Suits’ Request
"We’re going to take it all the way to the edge," Torres was told about the unexpected ending for her first responder character, Tommy Vega.
www.hollywoodreporter.com
February 4, 2025 at 4:18 PM
For @thr.com, I spoke with Gina Torres about playing Tommy Vega’s emotional journey on #911LoneStar, the enduring legacy of Jessica Pearson on #Suits—and what she thinks is still getting lost in the larger conversation about diversity/inclusion in Hollywood: www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
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For @throfficial.bsky.social, I spoke with #Outlander’s Caitríona Balfe + Sam Heughan about the evolution of their onscreen/offscreen relationships, the key moments from the latest chapter of Claire/Jamie’s love story and whether they’ll work together again: www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
‘Outlander’ Stars Caitríona Balfe and Sam Heughan on the Shock of That Cliffhanger Finale: “We Had No Idea Ourselves”
The couple at the center of Starz's fantasy historical drama unpack how that ending — a surprise to book and non-book fans alike — sets up the eighth and final season, which has already finished film...
www.hollywoodreporter.com
January 20, 2025 at 6:05 PM
For @throfficial.bsky.social, I spoke with #Outlander’s Caitríona Balfe + Sam Heughan about the evolution of their onscreen/offscreen relationships, the key moments from the latest chapter of Claire/Jamie’s love story and whether they’ll work together again: www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
For @tvguide.com, I caught up with #TheRookie boss @alexihawley.bsky.social to discuss the state of #Chenford, the introduction of Penn and Ridley, the obstacles ahead for John/Bailey, #Wopez and Nyla/James, and whether we should be worried about losing more officers: www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
The Rookie Boss Gives Updates on Chenford, the New Rookies, and Upcoming 'Fun' Episodes
The ABC procedural is going back its roots
www.tvguide.com
January 20, 2025 at 6:11 PM
For @tvguide.com, I caught up with #TheRookie boss @alexihawley.bsky.social to discuss the state of #Chenford, the introduction of Penn and Ridley, the obstacles ahead for John/Bailey, #Wopez and Nyla/James, and whether we should be worried about losing more officers: www.tvguide.com/news/the-roo...
For @nbcnews.com, I spoke with #XoKitty and #LoveVictor star Anthony Keyvan, who has become an unexpected beacon of representation for queer Iranian and Filipino Americans: www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-...
'XO, Kitty' star Anthony Keyvan on life after 'Love, Victor'
The 24-year-old actor, who broke out as a love interest in Hulu’s “Love, Victor,” has become a beacon of representation for queer Iranian and Filipino Americans.
www.nbcnews.com
January 20, 2025 at 6:07 PM
For @nbcnews.com, I spoke with #XoKitty and #LoveVictor star Anthony Keyvan, who has become an unexpected beacon of representation for queer Iranian and Filipino Americans: www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-...
For @throfficial.bsky.social, I spoke with #Outlander’s Caitríona Balfe + Sam Heughan about the evolution of their onscreen/offscreen relationships, the key moments from the latest chapter of Claire/Jamie’s love story and whether they’ll work together again: www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
‘Outlander’ Stars Caitríona Balfe and Sam Heughan on the Shock of That Cliffhanger Finale: “We Had No Idea Ourselves”
The couple at the center of Starz's fantasy historical drama unpack how that ending — a surprise to book and non-book fans alike — sets up the eighth and final season, which has already finished film...
www.hollywoodreporter.com
January 20, 2025 at 6:05 PM
For @throfficial.bsky.social, I spoke with #Outlander’s Caitríona Balfe + Sam Heughan about the evolution of their onscreen/offscreen relationships, the key moments from the latest chapter of Claire/Jamie’s love story and whether they’ll work together again: www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
For @variety.bsky.social, I spoke with David Schwimmer about starring in the second season of #Goosebumps, his attraction to playing men who are broken and in pain, and how he navigated fame during #Friends (a show he considers to be “the gift that keeps on giving”): variety.com/2025/tv/news...
David Schwimmer on the ‘Beauty’ of ‘Goosebumps’ and How ‘Friends’ Went From ‘Challenging’ and ‘Dark’ to the ‘Gift That Keeps on Giving’
David Schwimmer, the star of 'Goosebumps,' on how he would have 'devoured' the R.L. Stine books at 13, and why his daughter stopped watching 'Friends.'
variety.com
January 14, 2025 at 12:12 AM
For @variety.bsky.social, I spoke with David Schwimmer about starring in the second season of #Goosebumps, his attraction to playing men who are broken and in pain, and how he navigated fame during #Friends (a show he considers to be “the gift that keeps on giving”): variety.com/2025/tv/news...
