Erik Swann
The Background: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he's been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.
What He's Into: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he's a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he's watching entertaining films and TV series.
What He's Excited About Right Now: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.
Latest articles by Erik Swann
As Todd Chrisley Remains In Prison, He’s Been Hit With Another Legal Setback
By Erik Swann published
While Todd Chrisley continues to serve his prison sentence, a federal court has dealt him yet another legal loss.
Why Alan Ritchson Got A Tattoo While Filming Reacher And The Meaning Behind It
By Erik Swann published
Alan Ritchson got a new tattoo while filming Reacher, and he provided an intimate explanation for why he had it done.
What Sacha Baron Cohen And Isla Fisher’s Relationship Was Allegedly Like Before Their Divorce
By Erik Swann published
After Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher revealed their divorce, a source shared alleged details on their marriage's dynamics.
Robert Downey Jr. Says He'd 'Happily' Return To The MCU As Iron Man, And I’m Not The Only One With Mixed Feelings
By Erik Swann published
After Robert Downey Jr. said he'd "happily" return as Iron Man in the MCU, I -- and many others -- have mixed feelings.
Months After Kanye West And Bianca Censori’s Lewd Water Taxi Situation In Italy, Insider Drops Claims About Wild Parties They Threw During That Vacay
By Erik Swann published
After Kanye West and Bianca Censori's Italian taxi controversy, claims about parties they threw while on vacay have dropped.
Will Smith Pens Sweet Message To Karate Kid Collaborator Jackie Chan On His 70th Birthday
By Erik Swann published
Will Smith celebrates The Karate Kid collaborator Jackie Chan on his 70th birthday by writing a sentimental message.
A Young Sheldon BTS Photo Has Key Family Members All Dressed In Black, And It Could Be Foreshadowing The Show's Big Final Season Death
By Erik Swann published
A behind-the-scenes image from Young Sheldon might hint at the major death that's expected to happen during the final season.
Liam Hemsworth’s Jacked Witcher Era Photo Made The Rounds, And Even Ex Miley Cyrus’ Sister Weighed In
By Erik Swann published
After Liam Hemsworth posted a jacked photo of himself ahead of The Witcher, Miley Cyrus' sister took notice.
How Viral Clips Of Ariana Grande And More Actually Spurred Filmmakers To Create Bombshell Nickelodeon Doc Quiet On Set
By Erik Swann published
Quiet on Set's filmmakers reveal how viral clips of Ariana Grande and other Nick alums spurred them to make the docuseries.
As Mike Tyson And Jake Paul Prepare For Their Fight, A UFC Veteran Explains Why He’s Not A ‘Fan’ Of The Idea
By Erik Swann published
Ahead of Mike Tyson and Jake Paul's match, a UFC vet is discussing why their not a "fan" of the idea of them fighting.
After Fantastic Four Art Of Human Torch’s ‘Flame On’ Mode Dropped, Joseph Quinn Shared A Joke About How He Intends To Play The Role
By Erik Swann published
The Fantastic Four's Joseph Quinn dropped a joke about how he plans to play the role of Johnny Storm a.k.a. The Human Torch.
Quantum Leap's Raymond Lee And Caitlin Bassett Have Responded To The 'Leapers' Bummed After NBC Canceled The Show
By Erik Swann published
Quantum Leap stars Raymond Lee and Caitlin Bassett address fans after the show's cancellation at NBC.
Pete Davidson Quit Bupkis, Leading To Its Cancelation. Now He's Paying Out Money To People On The Show
By Erik Swann published
After Pete Davidson's Bupkis was axed due to his decision to quit, he's reportedly paying out cash to his collaborators.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Talks Son-In Law Chris Pratt’s Career And Weighs In On His Marriage To Katherine Schwarzenegger
By Erik Swann published
Arnold Schwarzenegger weighs in on Chris Pratt's career and marriage to his daughter, Katherine Schwarzenegger.
After Quiet On Set, Drake Bell Praises Amanda Bynes’ Talents
By Erik Swann published
Following the release of the Quiet on Set docuseries, Drake Bell offered some high praise for former co-star Amanda Bynes.
Live! Aired A Rerun Of Kelly Ripa Saying She Wanted To Get On Diddy’s Yacht, And That Obviously Didn’t Go Over Well
By Erik Swann published
Live with Kelly and Mark aired a repeat in which Kelly Ripa expressed interest in getting on P. Diddy's yacht.
The Latest Kanye West Filings Reveal Rapper Allegedly Wanted A Jail At Donda Academy: ‘They Could Be Locked In Cages’
By Erik Swann published
Kanye West's Donda Academy is facing another lawsuit, which alleges that he wanted to have kids "locked in cages."
Young Sheldon’s Emily Osment And Montana Jordan Recall When They Heard About Their Spinoff, And I Would’ve Felt So Overwhelmed
By Erik Swann published
The stars of Young Sheldon's upcoming spinoff, Montana Jordan and Emily Osment, reveal how they heard about the show.
The Greatest Trick Jared Leto Ever Pulled Was Convincing The World He Was Hosting Wheel Of Fortune
By Erik Swann published
Jared Leto appeared on Wheel of Fortune on April Fools' Day to play a pretty amazing trick on viewers.
After Quiet On Set, Cheetah Girls’ Sabrina Bryan Is Speaking Out About Her Own Experience At Disney
By Erik Swann published
Following the release of Quiet on Set, The Cheetah Girls' Sabrina Bryan sheds light on her experiences with Disney.
Giancarlo Esposito's Brand New Show Parish Has A Low Rotten Tomatoes Score, But Audiences Disagree
By Erik Swann published
Sabrina Carpenter's The Latest Celeb Kim Kardashian's Gotten To Wear Nothing But SKIMS, And It's A Memorable Follow-Up To Her Eras Tour Stint
By Erik Swann last updated
Following her stint on the Eras Tour, Sabrina Carpenter rocked some sizzling fits from Kim Kardashian's SKIMS brand.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Uses No Dialogue For Long Stretches, And The Director Explains How That Came About
By Erik Swann published
Exclusives Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire's Adam Wingard revealed to CinemaBlend when he added in those dialogue-less scenes.