Dani Di Placido has been writing about film, television, and internet culture for Forbes for 8 years. Di Placido covers TikTok and Twitter trends, breaking down interesting conversations and controversies surrounding celebrities and the entertainment industry, focusing on fantasy
Taylor Swift’s Brittany Mahomes Backlash, Explained
Taylor Swift is facing backlash from her fans after she was seen embracing Brittany Mahomes during the U.S. Open, sparking speculation that she is a Trump supporter.
George R.R. Martin’s Deleted Post Sparks ‘House Of The Dragon’ Debate
Fans are divided over a spicy blog post written by George R.R. Martin, who expressed concern over the creative direction of the HBO show ‘House of the Dragon.'
The Backlash Against Jack Black’s ‘Minecraft’ Movie, Explained
The first trailer for the Minecraft movie, starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, sparked backlash online as fans criticized the blend of live-action and CGI.
Amazon’s ’Rings Of Power’—The Orc Family Controversy, Explained
Season 2 of Amazon’s The Rings of Power sparked controversy by depicting an orc with a wife and child, which some interpreted as breaking the canon of Tolkien’s books.
‘Sonic The Hedgehog 3’—Shadow’s Backstory, Explained
Shadow the Hedgehog appears in the new trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3, voiced by Keanu Reeves, but who is Sonic's powerful new rival?