Scottie Andrew - Writer, CNN Digital
Scottie Andrew
Writer, CNN Digital
Scottie Andrew is a writer for CNN's culture team in Atlanta. She covers pop culture, LGBTQ life, internet ephemera and more stories about the way we live now.
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This long-running sitcom has only gotten better thanks to its writers taking big leaps
May 17, 2024
With a standout episode about supporting character Rudy and a new emphasis on bittersweet family moments, “Bob’s Burgers” is kicking into a higher gear after almost 14 years on the air.
Rapper becomes one of the first artists to explicitly condemn US aid to Israel in new song
May 8, 2024
In a new song, the rapper praises college students protesting Israel’s war in Gaza and vows that he will not vote for President Joe Biden come November.
Zendaya stunned not once, but twice, at this year’s Met Gala
May 7, 2024
For her first Met Gala since 2019, the star stunned in two looks designed by John Galliano.
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The Met Gala 2024
May 7, 2024
The Met Gala, an annual, invitation-only event, was held Monday night in New York City.
The ‘Star Wars’ timeline is confusing. Here’s when ‘The Acolyte,’ ‘Ahsoka’ and more take place
May 4, 2024
The films and series in the Skywalker saga span decades. Here’s the timeline of “Star Wars,” from new series “The Acolyte” to “The Rise of Skywalker” and beyond.
In Florida, a bestselling author is building a new community of literary resistance
May 2, 2024
Lauren Groff set out to open an independent bookstore that could stand up to her adopted home state’s attacks on books and its residents. Welcome to the Lynx.
What life was like for animals in America before people learned to love pets
Apr 23, 2024
In “Our Kindred Creatures,” authors Bill Wasik and Monica Murphy explore the origins of the animal welfare movement and follow the activists who influenced how we treat dogs and cats today.
Classic movies are good for the soul. On TCM’s 30th anniversary, consider a marathon
Apr 17, 2024
Snuggling up with old favorites on Turner Classic Movies is the ultimate comfort activity, and for this CNN staffer, it defined their childhood.
Movie theaters are getting creative to appeal to audiences
Apr 8, 2024
From anticipated re-releases to expanded screenings in premium formats like IMAX, plus the occasional themed popcorn buckets, here’s what movie theaters are doing to bring audiences back.
Why young people are throwing PowerPoint parties
Mar 25, 2024
PowerPoint parties task a group of friends with presenting a silly slideshow on niche interests, secret pastimes and frequently hilarious takes.
Dorothy’s ruby slippers from ‘The Wizard of Oz’ were stolen. Nineteen years later, they’re finally back home
Mar 20, 2024
A pair of ruby slippers, famously donned by Judy Garland in “The Wizard of Oz,” has been returned to its owner for the first time since they were stolen in 2005.
From mental health to inflation, when the cast of ‘Sesame Street’ speaks, adults still listen
Mar 11, 2024
When Elmo and Cookie Monster talk about mental health or inflation, adults tend to take them seriously. Here’s why the children’s show still connects with grown-ups.
A beloved AMC ad is changing in March
Feb 29, 2024
The new Nicole Kidman spots will play before movies at AMC theaters starting March 1, company CEO Adam Aron announced this week.
Fairies, dragons and steamy sex scenes: ‘Romantasy’ books are the new must-reads
Feb 28, 2024
Romantasy novels meld high fantasy with steamy love stories to the delight of readers, like Sarah J. Maas’ “A Court of Thorns and Roses” and Rebecca Yarros’ “Fourth Wing.”
About
Scottie Andrew is a culture writer based in Atlanta who covers everything from pop culture to LGBTQ issues to internet goings-on. She also occasionally writes CNN’s popular newsletter the Good Stuff.
Prior to joining CNN in 2019, she wrote for publications including Time and Newsweek. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Florida.
