Erik Swann
The Background: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he's been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.
What He's Into: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he's a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he's watching entertaining films and TV series.
What He's Excited About Right Now: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.
Latest articles by Erik Swann
The Last Of Us' New Star Says Season 2 Scene Will Blow Up Social Media, And I Don't Think She's Talking About THAT Joel Moment
By Erik Swann published
The Last of Us' Isabela Merced is teasing a viral scene for Season 2, and I don't think she's referring to Joel's big moment.
NBA's Charles Barkley Gets Real About The Shocking Amount Of Money He's Lost Gambling
By Erik Swann published
NBA veteran Charles Barkley opens up about the amount of money he's lost while gambling over the years, and wow.
After A Man Is Reportedly Shot Outside Drake’s House, Police Provide Details
By Erik Swann published
Toronto Police provided details after a man was shot near the home of noted rapper Drake.
How Tom Brady’s Ex-Wife Gisele Bündchen Allegedly Feels About Jokes Told During His Netflix Roast
By Erik Swann published
An insider drops claims on how Tom Brady's former wife, Gisele Bündchen, feels about the jokes told at his Netflix roast.
Zendaya Showed Up At The Met Gala In A Sleek Peacock-Colored Dress With A Bird Accessory, And I’m So Glad She Finally Returned To The Event
By Erik Swann published
Zendaya made her triumphant return to the Met Gala, and her peacock-inspired is truly a sight for fashion lovers to behold.
As P. Diddy’s Legal Problems Continue, He Shared A Message In Cryptic Video
By Erik Swann published
P. Diddy released a mysterious video on social media as his various legal issues continue.
Jojo Siwa Saw Chloe Fineman's Black Sequined Weekend Update Impression Of Her, And She Has Thoughts
By Erik Swann published
After seeing Chloe Fineman's impersonation of her on Saturday Night Live, Jojo Siwa shared thoughts.
‘Look At The Full Story’: The Mandalorian Alum Gina Carano Calls Out The Media After It’s Reported She Wants To Return To The Show Amid Disney Lawsuit
By Erik Swann published
Ex-Mandalorian alum Gina Carano shared a message for the media after it was reported that she wanted to return to the show.
Kevin Hart Went Hard On The Tom Brady Jokes During His Roast, Humorously Quipped He Was Fully Expecting To 'Lose The Relationship'
By Erik Swann published
Kevin Hart's jokes at Tom Brady's roast ended up being so harsh, that quipped that they'd probably end their friendship.
After Marvel’s Kevin Feige Reveals Why He Turned Down The Original Story For Deadpool And Wolverine, I Can’t Stop Thinking About How Fun It Could’ve Been
By Erik Swann published
Deadpool & Wolverine's original story was shot down by Kevin Feige, and I can't stop thinking about how fun it could've been.
Ryan Reynolds Shares His Review Of Turtles All The Way Down, And Excuse Me While I Go Watch It Immediately
By Erik Swann published
Ryan Reynolds dropped his review of Turtles All the Way Down, and it's got me wanting to check out the film as soon as possible.
’It’s Not The Same’: Kourtney Kardashian Admits She Wasn’t Ready To Return To The Kardashians After Having Her Fourth Baby
By Erik Swann published
Kourtney Kardashian gets candid about working on The Kardashians after giving birth to her fourth child.
Billie Lourd Spent Star Wars Day With Her Daughter At Disney Parks, And Fans Had All The Sweet Carrie Fisher-Related Responses
By Erik Swann published
Billie Lourd's sweet Star Wars Day post garnered plenty of sweet responses related to Carrie Fisher.
After Todd And Julie Chrisley’s Appeal, Daughter Savannah Chrisley Provides An Update On Her Family’s New Reality TV Show
By Erik Swann published
Savannah Chrisley provides an update on her family's reality TV show in the aftermath of parents Todd and Julie's appeal.
Melissa Rauch Celebrated Night Court's Season 3 Renewal With A Sweet Post, And Kunal Nayyar Left A Comment That Should Make Big Bang Theory Fans Excited
By Erik Swann published
Melissa Rauch shared a sweet message to celebrate Night Court's renewal, and Kunal Nayyar responded.
Of Course Samuel L Jackson Was Celebrating May The 4th As Soon As Humanly Possible
By Erik Swann published
Samuel L. Jackson is once again celebrating May the 4th, and he shared his tribute posts very early.
The Man Who Attacked Dave Chappelle On Stage Is Now Suing The Venue Where It Happened
By Erik Swann published
Two years after attacking Dave Chappelle while he was on stage, a man is suing the venue that hosted the comedian.
How Ramy Youssef Is Already Becoming One Of Hollywood's Brightest Stars
By Erik Swann published
Ramy Youssef is still quite young, but he's already proving to be one of the most talented stars that Hollywood has to offer.
Kanye West Reportedly Wants To Break Into The Porn Industry, And Insiders Dropped Claims On How He’s Trying To Do It
By Erik Swann published
Insiders claim that Kanye West wants to enter the porn industry and allegedly has a plan for doing it.
Eddie Murphy And Pete Davidson's New Movie Is Under Federal Investigation After An Action Sequence 'Did Not Go As Planned'
By Erik Swann published
An investigation is in effect after crew members were injured while filming for Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson's movie.
X-Men ‘97’s Latest Episode Featured A Major Marvel Hero, And Fans Have All The Jokes About Their Run-In With Rogue
By Erik Swann published
X-Men '97 welcomed a Marvel icon in its newest episode, and their encounter with Rogue is going viral.
Fans Are Super Bummed So Help Me Todd Got The Ax, But One Tweet In Particular Kind Of Makes Me Feel Like We Should Have Seen This Coming
By Erik Swann published
As fans express disappointment in So Help Me Todd's cancellation, one tweet has me wondering if we should've foreseen it.
Kanye West Breaks Silence On Punching A Man As Investigation Into Battery Case Continues
By Erik Swann published
After being involved in a battery-related situation, Kanye West breaks his silence on reports that he punched a man.