Sex and the City Showbiz Cheat Sheet

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Sex and the City is an HBO series that follows Carrie Bradshaw, a sex columnist, and her closest friends Charlotte, Miranda, and Samantha as they navigate sex, dating, love, career, and friendships Each woman offers something different: Carrie Bradshaw, a hopeless romantic and writer looking for a big love; Charlotte York, a blue-blooded, respected art dealer who dreamt of traditional life with a husband and kids; Miranda Hobbes, a high-powered and independent corporate lawyer who was often too busy and too particular for a relationship; Samantha Jones, a successful publicist and sexually adventurous woman who doesn't like commitment. The series was lauded for its candidness and relatability, with fans often asking the question "Are you a Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda, or a Samantha?"
Genre: Comedy, drama Premiere: June 6, 1998 Original Cast: Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon, Kim Cattrall, David Eigenberg, John Corbett, and Chris Noth. Where to Watch: HBOMax Movies: Sex and the City: The Movie and Sex and the City 2 Spinoffs: The Carrie Diaries, And Just Like That...
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‘Sex and the City’: How Many Books Did Carrie Bradshaw Write?
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‘Sex and the City’: Charlotte York’s First Apartment Hinted at Her Privileged Upbringing
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Sarah Jessica Parker

Celebrity

Sarah Jessica Parker Once Explained Why It Was OK to Hate Her Husband Matthew Broderick

Sarah Jessica Parker revealed what was the source of her and Matthew Broderick’s decades-long marriage.

by Antonio Stallings

Published on November 7, 2023

3 min read

Sarah Jessica Parker posing in a dress while attending Max's 'And Just Like That…It's Been 25 Years, A Sex And The City Experience'.

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Sarah Jessica Parker Felt Leaving ‘Sex and the City’ Reminded Her of When She Was Kicked out Her Home

Sarah Jessica Parker had a difficult time letting 'Sex and the City' go, as it reminded her of the fear she had in her younger years after being pushed out of her home.

by Antonio Stallings

Sarah Jessica Parker’s Carrie Bradshaw in her new Gramercy Park apartment

‘Sex and the City’ Fans Will Not Believe How Much Carrie Bradhaw’s New Gramercy Park Apartment on ‘And Just Like That…’ Would Cost

After years and years, Sarah Jessica Parker’s Carrie Bradshaw is moving out of her apartment on ‘And Just Like That…’

by Perry Carpenter

‘Sex and the City’ Cast Mourn the Loss of Frances Sternhagen

Frances Sternhagen's death at the age of 93 sent the entertainment industry into mourning. Sarah Jessica Parker and Kristin Davis paid homage to Sternhagen on Instagram.

by Andrea Francese

Published on December 2, 2023

2 min read

Kit Harington as Jon Snow on ‘Game of Thrones’

Jon Snow ‘Game of Thrones’ Spinoff Is Not ‘Close To a Green Light’ — Despite George R.R. Martin’s Confirmation

‘Game of Thrones’ fans rejoiced when George R.R. Martin’s confirmed that a Jon Snow spinoff was in the works, now that may not ever be reality.

by Perry Carpenter

Patricia Field appears at the premiere of 'Sex and the City: The Movie' in Japan in 2008

The Reason Famed ‘Sex and the City’ Stylist Patricia Field Didn’t Return for ‘and Just Like That…’ Is Completely Mundane

Rumors of a feud between 'Sex and the City' stylist, Patricia Field and the cast of 'And Just Like That...' ran rampant when she didn't return. As it turns out, Field was just too busy to commit to the revival. There was no drama.

by Andrea Francese

‘Killing It’ Stars Craig Robinson and Rell Battle Reflect on Role Challenges and Having to ‘Bring out New Weapons’ [Exclusive]

'Killing It' stars Craig Robinson and Rell Battle talk about the many dimensions within their characters and tease season 2.

by Gina Ragusa

Published on August 15, 2023

2 min read

Exclusives / TV

Claudia O’Doherty Kicks Major A** in ‘Killing It’ Season 2– Seriously [Exclusive]

Claudia O'Doherty who plays Jillian G. on Peacock's 'Killing It' said season 2 will show some very interesting sides of her character.

by Gina Ragusa

Exclusives / TV

E!’s Summer Rom-Com ‘Maybe It’s You’ Heats up July: Should Best Friends Fall in Love? [Exclusive]

The summer heats up when E!'s rom-com 'Maybe It's You' premieres on Sunday, July 23 at 9 p.m. ET. Staring Veronica St. Clair and Brett Dier, can best friends find true love?

by Gina Ragusa

Infamous ‘Sex and the City’ Guest Character, Lexi Featherston, Was Based on a Real-Life Party Girl

Lexi Featherston was an unforgettable 'Sex and the City' character, just like Amy Sacco, the famous nightclub owner on which actor Kristen Johnston says the character was based.

by Andrea Francese

Cynthia Nixon as Miranda Hobbes stands in a parking lot in California in season 2 of 'And Just Like That...'

‘Sex and the City’: Where Did Miranda Hobbes Go to College?

Miranda Hobbes graduated from Harvard Law School and will earn her master's degree from Columbia University eventually. Still, we do not know where the 'Sex and the City' lawyer earned her undergraduate degree.

by Andrea Francese

Carrie Bradshaw sits at her computer desk in an episode of 'And Just Like That...'; season 3 of the reboot is upcoming

‘Sex and the City’: How Many Books Did Carrie Bradshaw Write?

Carrie Bradshaw started 'Sex and the City' as a columnist and ended it as an author with at least one published book. She published more after that.

by Andrea Francese

Kim Cattrall smiling at the 'About My Father' premiere.

This ‘And Just Like That…” Scene Was Improvised by Kim Cattrall

While Kim Cattrall's cameo was brief, she managed to improvise.

by Suse Forrest

Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw hangs out of her Brownstone window in 'And Just Like That...' the 'Sex and the City' reboot

‘Sex and the City’: When Did Carrie Bradshaw Move to Manhattan?

Carrie Bradshaw feels like she's always been a part of Manhattan, but the 'Sex and the City' character wasn't born a New Yorker. Do you know when she arrived in the city?

by Andrea Francese

Kristin Davis, Kim Cattrall, Cynthia Nixon and Sarah Jessica Parker in a season 2 episode of 'Sex and the City'

Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda’s Career Paths Were Much Different in the Columns That Inspired ‘Sex and the City’

While 'Sex and the City' fans know the main characters as a columnist, a lawyer, a publicist and art dealer, they had different careers in the book that inspired the show.

by Andrea Francese

Carrie Bradshaw and Miranda Hobbes during Carrie's ill-fated wedding to Mr. Big

Carrie Bradshaw’s Bird Headpiece Is up for Auction

Sotheby's Fashion Icons auction is garnering plenty of attention, but 'Sex and the City' fans have their sights set on exactly one item in the auction lot. Carrie Bradshaw's infamous bird headpiece is for sale.

by Andrea Francese

Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw holds a kitten in an episode of 'And Just Like That...'

Carrie Bradshaw’s Rescue Kitten Found its Forever Home with Sarah Jessica Parker

Carrie Bradshaw became a cat mom at the end of 'And Just Like That...' Fans should be happy to learn that the Kitten featured on the 'Sex and the City' reboot found a forever home with Sarah Jessica Parker.

by Andrea Francese

Kristin Davis, Kim Cattrall and Cynthia Nixon walk along the Brooklyn Bridge during a photo shoot for 'Sex and the City'

Do You Know How Many Times ‘Sex and the City’ Left Manhattan?

Carrie Bradshaw, Miranda Hobbes, Samantha Jones, and Charlotte York lived, worked, and loved in Manhattan, but they did take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city sometimes.

by Andrea Francese

Selena Gomez poses in front of her makeup collection in New York

Music

Selena Gomez Recreates a Classic ‘Sex and the City’ Moment in New Music Video

'Sex and the City' fans who also happen to enjoy Selena Gomez's music were treated to an unexpected crossover when Gomez released her music video for 'Single Soon.' Carrie's iconic Post-It breakup is featured.

by Andrea Francese

Kim Cattrall appears in a Bentley for a photo shoot

‘And Just Like That…’: The Annabelle Bronstein Reference Explained

Samantha Jones slipped into an accent and insisted she was Annabelle Bronstein during her brief cameo in 'And Just Like That...'. So, who exactly is the mysterious Annabelle?

by Andrea Francese

Carrie and Aidan together in CHe's apartment in season 2 of 'And Just Like That...'

‘And Just Like That…’: 3 Carrie and Aidan Easter Eggs That You Might Have Missed

Carrie and Aidan's relationship in 'And Just Like That...' might be controversial, but one thing is for sure: it offered the writers plenty of opportunities to sneak in 'Sex and the City' Easter eggs.

by Andrea Francese

‘Sex and the City’ Fans Will Not Believe How Much Carrie Bradhaw’s New Gramercy Park Apartment on ‘And Just Like That…’ Would Cost

After years and years, Sarah Jessica Parker’s Carrie Bradshaw is moving out of her apartment on ‘And Just Like That…’

by Perry Carpenter

The cast of 'And Just Like That...' season 2 pose in front of a table for promotional pictures ahead of the season premiere.

‘And Just Like That…’ Lands Season 3 Renewal 2 Days Before Season Finale

'And Just Like That...' has been renewed for a third season. There are no production timelines or release date details available yet.

by Andrea Francese

Kristin Davis as Charlotte York and Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw film on location for 'Sex and the City' in 2001

‘Sex and the City’: The Coffee Shop Where Carrie Bradshaw and the Girls Gabbed Is a Real Chelsea Hotspot

Samantha Jones, Miranda Hobbes, Carrie Bradshaw and Charlotte York used New York City as their personal playground. Still, they always returned to the coffee shop to connect. That shop is actually a Chelsea hotspot called Cafeteria.

by Andrea Francese

Carrie Bradshaw in her downtown apartment in 'And Just Like That...'

‘Sex and the City’: Every Apartment Carrie Bradshaw Has Ever Lived In

Carrie Bradshaw's heart always lived in her studio apartment, but she's actually lived in several locations during the 'Sex and the City' franchise. We've collected them all.

by Andrea Francese

The New York City skyline is seen on July 24, 2023

‘Sex and the City’: Where Was Miranda Hobbes’ Apartment?

Miranda Hobbes lived in Brooklyn for years with her husband and son. Now she's couch surfing as she goes through a divorce; before that, she owned an apartment in Manhattan.

by Andrea Francese

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Read the latest articles about Sex and the City

‘Sex and the City’ Hid Sarah Jessica Parker’s Pregnancy With the Perfect Carrie Bradshaw Accessory

‘Sex and the City’: How Many Books Did Carrie Bradshaw Write?

‘Sex and the City’: Charlotte York’s First Apartment Hinted at Her Privileged Upbringing

‘Sex and the City’: How Long Was Carrie and Mr. Big’s Relationship?

‘Sex and the City’: In Defense of Richard Wright

Sarah Jessica Parker Once Explained Why It Was OK to Hate Her Husband Matthew Broderick

Sarah Jessica Parker Felt Leaving ‘Sex and the City’ Reminded Her of When She Was Kicked out Her Home

‘Sex and the City’ Fans Will Not Believe How Much Carrie Bradhaw’s New Gramercy Park Apartment on ‘And Just Like That…’ Would Cost

‘Sex and the City’ Cast Mourn the Loss of Frances Sternhagen

Jon Snow ‘Game of Thrones’ Spinoff Is Not ‘Close To a Green Light’ — Despite George R.R. Martin’s Confirmation

The Reason Famed ‘Sex and the City’ Stylist Patricia Field Didn’t Return for ‘and Just Like That…’ Is Completely Mundane

‘Killing It’ Stars Craig Robinson and Rell Battle Reflect on Role Challenges and Having to ‘Bring out New Weapons’ [Exclusive]

Claudia O’Doherty Kicks Major A** in ‘Killing It’ Season 2– Seriously [Exclusive]

E!’s Summer Rom-Com ‘Maybe It’s You’ Heats up July: Should Best Friends Fall in Love? [Exclusive]

Infamous ‘Sex and the City’ Guest Character, Lexi Featherston, Was Based on a Real-Life Party Girl

‘Sex and the City’: Where Did Miranda Hobbes Go to College?

‘Sex and the City’: How Many Books Did Carrie Bradshaw Write?

This ‘And Just Like That…” Scene Was Improvised by Kim Cattrall

‘Sex and the City’: When Did Carrie Bradshaw Move to Manhattan?

Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda’s Career Paths Were Much Different in the Columns That Inspired ‘Sex and the City’

Carrie Bradshaw’s Bird Headpiece Is up for Auction

Carrie Bradshaw’s Rescue Kitten Found its Forever Home with Sarah Jessica Parker

Do You Know How Many Times ‘Sex and the City’ Left Manhattan?

Selena Gomez Recreates a Classic ‘Sex and the City’ Moment in New Music Video

‘And Just Like That…’: The Annabelle Bronstein Reference Explained

‘And Just Like That…’: 3 Carrie and Aidan Easter Eggs That You Might Have Missed

‘Sex and the City’ Fans Will Not Believe How Much Carrie Bradhaw’s New Gramercy Park Apartment on ‘And Just Like That…’ Would Cost

‘And Just Like That…’ Lands Season 3 Renewal 2 Days Before Season Finale

‘Sex and the City’: The Coffee Shop Where Carrie Bradshaw and the Girls Gabbed Is a Real Chelsea Hotspot

‘Sex and the City’: Every Apartment Carrie Bradshaw Has Ever Lived In

‘Sex and the City’: Where Was Miranda Hobbes’ Apartment?

‘Million Dollar Listing’: Ryan Serhant’s Appearance on ‘Sex and the City’ Spinoff Isn’t His 1st Acting Gig

‘Sex and the City’: The 4 Most Forgettable Dates or Love Interests

Aidan Shaw’s Wife Portrayed Another Character on ‘Sex and the City’