Nick Venable
The Background: Nick Venable is an Assistant Managing Editor, and the TV Editor. His humble origin story with CinemaBlend began all the way back in the pre-streaming era, circa 2009, as a freelancing DVD reviewer and TV recapper. After rising up through the ranks covering Movies, Nick leapfrogged over to the small screen to cover more and more television news and interviews, eventually taking over the section for the current era. Born in Louisiana and currently living in Texas — Who Dat Nation over America’s Team all day, all night — Nick spent several years in the hospitality industry, and also worked as a 911 operator. And if you ever happened to hear his music or read his comics/short stories, you have his sympathy. His love for his wife and daughters is almost equaled by his love of gasp-for-breath laughter and gasp-for-breath horror. A lifetime spent in the vicinity of a television screen led to his current dream job, as well as his knowledge of too many TV themes and ad jingles.
What He's Into: Nick is one of those people who won’t necessarily insert a Monty Python reference into every conversation, but is still mentally equipped to do so. Beyond such appreciation for surreal UK comedy, Nick also indulges in as much horror splendor as possible, from Stephen King novels to James Tynion IV comics to Freddy Krueger one-liners to all things Mike Flanagan. Throw in a dash of NFL, some 311 and Weird Al, fried crawfish poboys, bourbon, ‘90s-era pro wrestling, crossword puzzles and mystery-driven video games, and baby, you got a stew going. (Nick will insert an Arrested Development reference into every conversation, if possible.)
What He's Excited About: Anything Jeff Lemire, Tom King and W. Maxwell Prince think of, ever. More of Kelly Reilly’s deliriously fierce performances on Yellowstone. HBO’s The Last of Us. Clone High’s return. Colin Farrell’s Penguin being in every movie/TV show/breakfast cereal.
Latest articles by Nick Venable
'It's A Little Weird': Jeopardy Champ Yogesh Raut Hilariously Defends His Buzzer Technique After All The Critiques From Fans
By Nick Venable published
Jeopardy Tournament of Champions winner Yogesh Raut took quite a bit of flak from fans for his buzzer style, and shared a hilarious response.
‘On To The Next Adventure’: As Fall TV Gears Back Into Production, Vanessa Lachey Says One Last Goodbye To NCIS: Hawai’i
By Nick Venable published
With Fall TV premieres around the corner, Vanessa Lachey has bid a (final?) farewell to NCIS: Hawai'i.
Umbrella Academy Boss Explains Taking 'Big Swing' With Lila And Five's Wild Romance Despite Knowing Fans Might Hate Him
By Nick Venable published
The Umbrella Academy boss Steve Blackman knew that pairing Five and Lila up would cause strife with fans, but explains why he did it anyway.
Mornings Are For Coffee, Contemplation And A Bloody New Look At Millie Bobby Brown On The Strangers Things Set For Season 5
By Nick Venable published
Millie Bobby Brown shared a new look at her character and her married name as Stranger Things Season 5 continues filming.
The Umbrella Academy’s Final Scene In The Park Left Me With Two Huge Questions On Top Of What Those Flowers Meant
By Nick Venable published
The Umbrella Academy's bonkers series finale offered up one flowery doozy of a final scene that left me with a couple of huge questions.
Game Of Thrones’ Kit Harington Reveals The ‘Excruciatingly Embarrassing' Fan Encounters His Friends Troll Him Over
By Nick Venable published
Game of Thrones fans love Kit Harington for his portrayal of Jon Snow, but he revealed the kind of interaction he's had that's far more embarrassing.
It's Always Sunny's Kaitlin Olson Reveals When Season 17 Will Start Filming, And The Smooth Way It Ties Into Her New ABC Show
By Nick Venable published
Kaitlin Olson's new show is currently in production, but she shared when It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia's new season will finally begin filming.
The Boys Has Been Laser-Eyed From The Top Of The Streaming Chart By Another Superhero Show That's 97% On Rotten Tomatoes
By Nick Venable published
The Boys' long streak at #1 on Prime Video reached its end thanks to another superhero icon.
Stranger Things Creators' Latest Season 5 Comments Have Me More Worried Than Ever About Max (And Maybe Lucas)
By Nick Venable published
Matt and Ross Duffer's latest Stranger Things comments about Season 5 may be worrisome for fans of Sadie Sink's Max.
Judge Speaks Out After Former TV Zoologist Gets Jail Time For Sexual Interest In Dogs: 'Your Depravity Falls Outside Any Ordinary Human Conception'
By Nick Venable published
A former TV personality and animal expert has been sentenced for sexually abusing and killing animals, inspiring harsh comments from the judge.
‘It Looks Like They Gave Somebody A Favor’: The Punisher Alum Didn’t Hold Back About His Character Being Recast For Deadpool And Wolverine
By Nick Venable published
Recasting The Russian in Deadpool & Wolverine didn't sit so well with the WWE icon who portrayed the villain in 2004's The Punisher.
Umbrella Academy's Elliot Page Reflects On Viktor's Progress In The Show Coinciding With His Own Transition Experiences Behind The Scenes
By Nick Venable published
The Umbrella Academy's Elliot Page shared his thoughts on Viktor's journey and behind-the-scenes experiences in the Netflix original's final season.
Britney Spears' Ex-Assistant Knows Who Should Play The Iconic Pop Singer In Her Upcoming Biopic, Has Thoughts About Justin Timberlake Too
By Nick Venable published
A Britney Spears biopic is happening, and the pop star's assistant has thoughts on who should play her and famed ex Justin Timberlake.
I Think M. Night Shyamalan's Trap Is A Lot Of Fun, But For Someone Who Attends Concerts Regularly, It Has Several Nagging Problems
By Nick Venable published
M. Night Shyamalan's Trap made for a fun thriller, but made some extremely wild choices when it came to its central concert setting.
Deadpool And Wolverine's Director Has Some Favorite Easter Eggs In A Film Full Of 'Em, And Tony Stark Is Involved
By Nick Venable published
Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy shared his top easter egg from the reference-filled Marvel movie.
New Details Emerge About What Actually Happened To Zac Efron Leading To His Hospitalization This Week
By Nick Venable published
More details have emerged from Zac Efron's swimming incident that led him to be hospitalized in Italy.
It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia's Charlie Day Shares Exciting Season 17 Update That Also Kinda Makes Me Feel Extremely Old
By Nick Venable published
Charlie Day shared some great news regarding It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia Season 17, and it's an easy way to feel old right quick.
NCIS' Mark Harmon Shares Mournful Tribute After Death Of Former NCIS Showrunner George Schenck
By Nick Venable published
Mark Harmon shared a touching tribute after the death of his ex-boss and colleague, former NCIS showrunner George Schenck.
A Yellowstone Star Just Wrapped On The Series And Landed A Sweet Message From Kelly Reilly And Others
By Nick Venable published
One Yellowstone star has wrapped filming for the western drama, with Kelly Reilly and more sharing loving responses.
First Look At Stephen King's IT Prequel Welcome To Derry Gives Fans Blood, Balloons, And Pennywise's Creepy Laughter
By Nick Venable published
Welcome to Derry's first footage takes fans back to the world of Stephen King's IT, complete with a red balloon and Pennywise's laughter.
Dan Aykroyd's Explanation For What Made John Belushi So Great Is A Reminder Of How One Of A Kind He Was
By Nick Venable published
Dan Aykroyd reflected on the greatness of his Blues Brothers co-founder John Belushi in a sweet and touching way.
After Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom Reveal, Spider-Man Fans Are Already Dreading What It Means For Tom Holland's Peter Parker
By Nick Venable published
Spider-Man fans are worried about Tom Holland's Peter Parker now that Robert Downey Jr. is back in the MCU as the villainous Doctor Doom.
Only Murders — Not Romances — Allowed In The Building As Jesse Williams Gives An Update On Season 4
By Nick Venable published
Only Murders in the Building is gearing up for Season 4, and Jesse Williams offered an update on the epically named Tobert.
After Watching The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon's Wild Season 2 Trailer, I Have Two Questions I Hope The Show Actually Addresses
By Nick Venable published
The Walking Dead universe is growing anew with Daryl Dixon: The Book of Carol, and the SDCC trailer left me with a raised eyebrow and some questions.
The Simpsons Is Doubling Up On Treehouse Of Horrors Again, But Here Comes Family Guy With Its Own Streaming-Only Halloween Special
By Nick Venable published
This Halloween will feature another pair of Simpsons Treehouse of Horror specials, with Family Guy serving up its own spooky Halloween treat.
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