Carlie Hoke
The Background: Carlie grew up in the middle of Appalachia in a tiny town known largely for its cave systems. Not a fan of the many mythic mountain creatures that roam the woods or spelunking, she moved to Richmond, VA as soon as she turned 18 and later graduated from VCU with a degree in Creative Advertising with a focus on Copywriting. After working through college in a number of motorcycle bars, dives, and 24 hour diners, she started freelance writing. She joined the CinemaBlend team back in 2020 as a TV and film news writer, and writes a feature every now and again. In addition to writing about all things Hollywood, she also creates blog content geared toward parents and readers. As a copywriter, she helps give women-owned businesses their voice.
What They're Into: Carlie is into anything her 2-year-old son is into - right now it’s dinosaurs and videos of guys with chainsaws cutting down trees. Very niche. Seriously though, it’d be easier to say what she’s NOT into, because she likes pretty much anything that comes from a creative mind. As far as film and TV goes, her tastes are largely made up of B-Movie Bruce Campbell films, anything that Adam Sandler has so much as breathed on, and a genre she fondly refers to as “trash culture” - think Eastbound & Down and Always Sunny in Philadelphia. She doesn’t believe in bad movies, but her favorite is a toss up between The Crow and Dude Where’s My Car. Her favorite show is Psych, but she will throw down over Survivor being the best reality show ever created. She loves reading celebrity memoirs, watching Nic Cage talk about literally anything, and listening to her son try to pronounce "Triceratops".
What They're Excited About Right Now: The Brenaissance, Mindy Kaling's Scooby Doo spin-off, pretty much anything A24 has to offer from now until the end of time, and her morning coffee.
Latest articles by Carlie Hoke
![Dwayne Johnson wearing hood as Black Adam](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/osReXY39aq83L9KbHUsu4d-320-80.jpg)
Dwayne Johnson Shares Black Adam Video, Including His Reaction To Seeing His Own Superhero Action Figures
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Dwayne Johnson reacts to seeing his own Black Adam action figure, and it's a sneak peek into what we can expect from the DC character.
![Dwayne Johnson on Young Rock](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Dhkiy9bzM8u2SnhBciHNTG-320-80.jpg)
After Buying His Mom A House, The Rock Purchased One For His Cousin, And There’s Heartwarming Footage
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Dwayne Johnson proves he's basically the best family member to have after gifting not only his mom a new house but his cousin, too!
![Dwayne Johnson as Dr. Bravestone in Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xB6ErrmSVtHTj9VK65Fczd-320-80.jpg)
The Rock Continues To Be An A+ Human As His Mom Shows Off The Home He Bought For Her
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is the best human as he honors his mom by gifting her a whole house with all the furnishings.
![Dwayne Johnson looking at Jason Statham in Hobbs and Shaw](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f9Duht74pbQU34smViN63i-320-80.jpg)
The Rock Shares Sweet Tea Party With His Daughter, But He Still Seems A Little Salty She Won't Recognize He's In Moana
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Dwayne Johnson is spending some adorable quality time with his daughter, but still can't get over the fact that she doesn't recognize him in Disney's Moana.
![Dwayne Johnson in Jumanji: The Next Level (2019)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NAKmoxinthUfeopjsMZhMW-320-80.jpg)
Dwayne Johnson Reflects On His Father’s Sudden Passing With Emotional Post Shortly After Father’s Day
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Father's Day may have a sad reminder for some, but The Rock has some advice for everyone.
![Brian Cox in Succession Season 1 screenshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N9TZgWrkKCwUnr8YPv4UDh-320-80.png)
Actor Brian Cox Critiques Johnny Depp, Quentin Tarantino And More In New Book
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Succession star Brian Cox talks about his opinions on Quentin Tarantino's and Johnny Depp's work.
![Bettany and Johnny Depp in Mortdeci](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xUf4ZV2t5uyBwTqB9oTfrD-320-80.png)
Paul Bettany Talks Having 10 Years Of Text Messages Sifted Through As Part Of Johnny Depp Lawsuit
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Marvel star Paul Bettany reveals what it felt like having 10 years of text messages sifted through because of one of Johnny Depp's lawsuits.
![Timothée Chalamet in The French Dispatch screenshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgTcZzWBmA7EMqcM6JyAGb-320-80.png)
What Picking Up The Willy Wonka Mantle From Gene Wilder And Johnny Depp Feels Like, According To Timothée Chalamet
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Timothée Chalamet is playing a young Willy Wonka, and he touches on portraying the character after icons Gene Wilder and Johnny Depp.
![Black Adam](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Gm8SmDbRhXzKVB9zsFuoBQ-320-80.jpg)
Black Adam Image Shows How Massive Dwayne Johnson’s Set Is
By Carlie Hoke last updated
They had to make the set bigger to fit The Rock's new and improved Black Adam muscles, obviously.
![Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uTiHRyVwRwgKDYWY6kXrxT-320-80.jpg)
Dwayne Johnson Admits Often Being Mistaken For A Girl As A Kid, Prior To Crazy Ripped Body
By Carlie Hoke last updated
I mean, even jacked celebrities used to be kids.
![Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in Jumanji: The Next Level (2019)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/u5YgZZ6rSHQU2Uasd7tvd5-320-80.jpg)
Black Adam Producer Confirms Key Detail About The Rock’s Superhero Suit
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Superhero fans always seem to have questions about this, and a Black Adam producer has a clear answer.
![Dwayne Johnson](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EkuWFRHE9Myo3TokHYaRHW-320-80.jpg)
Dwayne Johnson Responds To Viral Rock Doppelgänger
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Apparently Dwayne Johnson has a lookalike running around, and he kind of loves it.
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Dwayne Johnson’s Daughter Didn’t Believe He Was In Moana, But Now She Knows Another Role Is Daddy
By Carlie Hoke last updated
It looks like Dwayne Johnson's daughter doesn't need much convincing that her dad is pretty "super."
![Dwayne Johnson](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VaXPmTgN8S85JKZmZ42Zh5-320-80.jpg)
The Rock Commemorates His Late Father’s Birthday With Emotional Post
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Dwayne Johnson has some thankful words for his late father, the legendary Rocky Johnson.
![Dwayne Johnson in Jungle Cruise](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xpXYAkUXgYZjRhQUN6v34L-320-80.jpg)
Jungle Cruise’s Dwayne Johnson Shares Shirtless Thank You Video After Disney Flick Won At The Box Office
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Dwayne Johnson is killing it right now, and wants to thank all his fans for their support.
![Dwayne Johnson looking at Jason Statham in Hobbs and Shaw](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f9Duht74pbQU34smViN63i-320-80.jpg)
Dwayne Johnson Drops A String Of Great F-Bombs While Discussing His Latest Cheat Meal
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Dwayne Johnson shares a look at his latest cheat meal, and the string of F-Bombs he uses is well-warranted indeed.
![Jada Pinkett Smith in Girls Trip](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SH3evz7ycGh84DND4CQj7F-320-80.jpg)
It’s A Big Week For The Smith Family As House Catches Fire, Jada Turns 50 And Talks About Living With Will
By Carlie Hoke last updated
On her 50th birthday, Jada Pinkett Smith reflected on how she's lived so long with Will Smith.
![Dwayne Johnson in Red Notice](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fPnMP94UviT7seK2L7sUtc-320-80.jpg)
Will Dwayne Johnson’s Red Notice Get A Sequel? Here’s What The Director Says
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Red Notice's Rawson Marshall Thurber discusses the possibility of a sequel to the Netflix film.
![Frank Wolff in Jungle Cruise](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aSPRjM2vgatnNUxNwnMfqV-320-80.jpg)
Dwayne Johnson Celebrated Thanksgiving By Surprising Fans On A Celebrity Tour Bus (Because Of Course)
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Thanksgiving just got a whole lot better for Dwayne Johnson's fans, as he surprised a bunch of them on a celebrity tour over the holiday.
![Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2W8dJimZyxEyBnKU4QBWDS-320-80.jpg)
Pete Davidson Finally Explains How He Managed To Charm Kim Kardashian, Kate Beckinsale, Ariana Grande And More
By Carlie Hoke last updated
SNL cast member Pete Davidson jokes about his charm and how he was able to attract Kim Kardashian, along with ex Ariana Grande and other popular women in Hollywood.
![Will Smith in King Richard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bbdrsvC6nwNKD3gSbv5Ya6-320-80.png)
Will Smith Shares The ‘Biggest Surprise’ About His King Richard Awards Run (And The Critics Are Involved)
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Will Smith talks about the surprising, critic-related aspect of his King Richards awards run.
![Tyler Perry on Architectural Digest's Open Door](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Uh7CZVKNvwkFkL5umL5KGE-320-80.jpg)
Tyler Perry Shares 2021 Thirst Trap While Setting Goals For 2022 And Shouting Out Will Smith
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Madea creator Tyler Perry shares a thirst trap while setting resolutions for the new year and citing some Will Smith inspiration.
![Jamie Foxx and Dwayne Johnson](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e5R4iRwEHXgGHSf9qDrgqk-320-80.jpg)
No Big Deal, Just Jamie Foxx And Dwayne Johnson Bonding Over Love For Their Daughters
By Carlie Hoke last updated
Can you smell what The Rock is cooking? It's brownies, with his daughter.
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