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Andrea Francese

Andrea Francese joined the Showbiz Cheat Sheet team in 2019 after seven years of working in content marketing. Most of her writing focuses on TV, and she’s an expert in her coverage of Gilmore Girls, Sex and the City, and Sister Wives. Andrea also writes about vintage TV series including Star Trek and The Andy Griffith Show.

Andie is a pop culture trivia buff and enjoys being able to provide in-depth analysis and news to her readers. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Media Studies from Mercy College. See more from Andie on her Muck Rack profile.

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‘Gilmore Girls’: Each of Rory’s Boyfriends Had at Least 1 Redeeming Quality

Rory Gilmore wasn't a divisive character back in 2007, but today, after several rewatches, 'Gilmore Girls' fans debate everything about her, including her love interests. Rory's three main boyfriends, Dean Forrester, Jess Mariano, and Logan Huntzberger, each have fans. Each of the men has at least one quality that makes them a good fit for Rory.
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Netflix Originals: Why Was ‘The Kominsky Method’ Canceled?

Famed showrunner, Chuck Lorre, found more success with his Netflix Original, 'The Kominsky Method', but three seasons later, the series wrapped. Lorre admitted that he and Netflix agreed about when the series would end, and Alan Arkin might have influenced the decision.
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‘The Kominsky Method’: Kathleen Turner Said Her Storyline Was ‘So Adult’

'The Kominsky Method' might have been all about Sandy Kominsky and Norman Newlander, but the supporting stars were equally important. Kathleen Turner's portrayal of Roz received rave reviews and reminded fans just how much chemistry she and Michael Douglas have. Turner said there was no doubt in her mind that she'd take the role.
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‘The Kominsky Method’: Why Did Alan Arkin Bow out of Season 3?

Netflix has a knack for developing interesting original content that fills a void. That's what it did with 'The Kominsky Method. The series premiered in 2018 to rave reviews. It went out the same way it came in after season 3. Still, fans were heartbroken when Alan Arkin didn't return as Norman Newlander. Why did he opt-out?
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The Duggar Family: Where Do the Married Duggar Kids Actually Live?

The Duggar family is expanding rapidly. 10 out of the family's 19 kids have gotten married, and several more are thought to be in courtships. While they are getting married at a rapid pace, they aren't straying too far from the home they grew up in. Most of the Duggar kids still live in homes purchased by Jim Bob Duggar.
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Duggar Family News: Rumors Swirl About Anna Duggar’s Feelings, but What Has She Said About Her Husband’s Arrest

Anna Duggar has kept a low profile since Josh Duggar's April 2021 arrest. She hasn't spoken publicly about her husband's legal woes, and she hasn't been spotted out. That hasn't stopped family followers from speculating about her current feelings, though. Rumors are swirling that Anna is in the midst of a family feud with the Duggars and that she believes Josh has been "set up." Is any of that speculation true?
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‘Sister Wives’ Fans Think Meri Brown Looks Happier Than She Has in Years

Kody Brown and his four wives, Meri Brown, Christine Brown, Janelle Brown, and Robyn Brown are currently calling Flagstaff home. 'Sister Wives' fas are convinced that several of Kody's wives want to leave the state, and they think one already has. Fans have noticed that Meri looks happier and healthier after spending most of her time in Utah.
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‘Animal Crossing: New Horizon’: Fans Fear Nintendo Has Abandoned the Game

Upon its release, ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizon’ drew players in with its expansive gameplay, special events, and regular updates. More than a year later, those updates have slowed to a crawl, and players are finding themselves bored on their islands. Nintendo promises more is coming, but some fans think the game developer has completely abandoned the franchise.
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‘Sex and the City’: 3 Times Aidan Shaw Was Actually Perfect

Aidan Shaw and Carrie Bradshaw's relationship felt doomed from the start. Carrie wasn't over Mr. Big when she met Aidan during the third season of 'Sex and the City'. That doesn't mean Aidan wasn't a good guy, though. In fact, three moments prove he was practically perfect, even though he wasn't perfect for Carrie in the end.
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3 Reasons Why ‘Sister Wives’ Fans Dislike Robyn Brown

Viewers and followers have criticized each member of the 'Sister Wives' cast at some point. Still, some family members are more universally disliked than others. Fans of the series largely hate Robyn Brown. They think she's manipulative and didn't have pure intentions when she joined the Brown family.
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‘Counting On’ Cancelation: The Duggar Family Has Been Canceled Before

'Counting On' has officially been canceled. This is the first time TLC has announced the cancelation of this particular show, but the Duggar family has been canceled before. Back in 2015, TLC announced the cancelation of '19 Kids and Counting.' The family was back on TV in less than a year. Could the Duggar family find their way back?
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Amy Duggar King Shops for Legal Advice After ‘Counting On’ Cancellation News

The Duggar family is in crisis mode. With Josh Duggar's pending child pornography trial and a canceled reality TV show, Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar have a lot to figure out. Amy Duggar, the family's rebel cousin, has a lot she's curious about, too. She recently took to Instagram to ask whether her NDA is invalid after a show's cancellation.
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‘Gilmore Girls’: Do You Remember Some of Emily Gilmore’s Funniest Lines?

Emily Gilmore's sarcastic nature, witty statements, and unique outlook on life made 'Gilmore Girls' what it was. Fans largely agree that the character was so great because she was happy to speak her mind. During the show's seven-season run, Emily lambasted Lorelai, told off Shira Huntzberger, and threatened to serve cheese out of her dead mother-in-law's coffin.
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Before ‘Sister Wives’: What Was Kody Brown’s Job?

Kody Brown has four wives and eighteen children, and fifteen of those children were born before 'Sister Wives' premiered on TLC in 2010. While Kody insisted he had plenty of money to go around before TLC, no one is entirely sure what he did for a living before the family's reality TV show or what he's currently doing to bring in income.