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Gabriela Silva

Gabriela Silva thrives on keeping up on the latest entertainment news, including what the fans are bingeing and loving. She’s adept at uncovering trends in the TV, especially K-dramas and reality TV series like Squid Game, Physical 100, and Hospital Playlist. Gabriela also provides in-depth reviews of true crime documentaries and drama series such as The Witcher. She’s spoken with some of the biggest names in entertainment including Cress Williams and Tati Gabrielle.

Gabriela holds a Journalism degree from Fordham University and worked in the industry for three years before joining Showbiz Cheat Sheet in 2021. Besides keeping up on pop culture trends and how they influence society, she loves art, including sewing K-drama and K-pop stickers. She’s also been learning to speak Korean in her spare time.

Find more of Gabriela’s work on Screen Rant, catch up with what she’s watching on Twitter, and also see her portfolio and LinkedIn for more information.

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‘Squid Game’: Director and Cast Discuss the K-Drama’s Biggest Betrayal: ‘Sae-byeok’s Decision Led to Her Own Death’

The director and cast of 'Squid Game' talk about Sang-woo's biggest betrayal in the finale. Director Hwang explains the emotional scene with Sae-byeok creates a vicious cycle.

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‘Squid Game’: HoYeon Jung’s Mindset About Aspiring for Hollywood Has Changed Since K-Drama Success

'Squid Game's' HoYeon Jung looks back at her first acting role that went global. The actor and model explains Bong Joon-ho's Oscar speech moved her and changed her idea about Hollywood.

Gaming & Comics

‘The Witcher’ Season 2: Showrunner Explains Istredd’s Grander Impact in the Series and the Purpose of His Scene With Geralt

'The Witcher' showrunner explains Istredd and Geralt's encounter in season 2 served a purpose. The mage historian's involvement in the series was a deliberate decision based on the book character.

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‘Snowdrop’: Why The Controversial K-Drama Is Being Called ‘Insensitive’ Toward Koreans

South Koreans feel JTBC and Disney+'s K-drama 'Snowdrop' is insulting to the country's Democratic Movement of 1987. Its leading love story devalues the lives of those involved.

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‘Single’s Inferno’: Fans Learn of Kang So-yeon’s Shocking Past in the K-Pop Industry

Kang So-yeon impressed fans on 'Single's Inferno' being the owner of her own boxing gym and taking part in sports like jiujitsu. A TikTok user discovered she was also once an idol.

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‘Delivery Knight’: Kim Woo-bin Makes His Awaited Return to K-Dramas Since Cancer Recovery

Kim Woo-bin will star in his first K-drama since 2016 in the dystopian 'Delivery Knight.' In 2071, society has become dependent on respirators and delivery men.

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‘Sweet Home’ Season 2: Why the K-Drama’s Storyline Won’t Make Sense Without Actor Song Kang

'Sweet Home' ended on a cliffhanger that left the door open to continue Cha Hyun-soo's story in season 2. Without Song Kang reprising the role, a new season will have to address the character's absence.

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‘Single’s Inferno’: Fans Are Rooting for Kang So-yeon After the Dating Show’s Negative Portrayal of the Contestant

The rules of 'Single's Inferno' was not knowing the contestants age until they went to Paradise. Fans felt the show used Kang So-yeon's age of 34 for ulterior motives.

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‘The Bachelor’ 2022: Who Is Hunter? Instagram, Age, Job, and More About Clayton Echard’s Cast Member

Hunter Haag describes herself as an empathetic and compassionate person looking for a romance movie type of love. 'The Bachelor' 2022 contestant impressed Clayton with a snake companion.

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‘The Bachelor’ 2022: Who Is Jill? Instagram, Age, Job, and More About Clayton Echard’s Cast Member

Jill Chin is out to win the heart of Clayton Echard in 'The Bachelor' 2022. The Rhode Islander is an Architectural Historian looking to no longer be the only single friend.

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‘The Bachelor’ 2022: Who Is Elizabeth? Instagram, Age, Job, and More About Clayton Echard’s Cast Member

Clayton Echard must choose who gets a rose in 'The Bachelor' 2022. Elizabeth is a real estate adviser who values the importance of family and wants her partner to do the same.

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Actor Kim Seon-ho Will Reportedly Only Focus on ‘Sad Tropics’ Project in 2022 Due to Past Controversy

After Kim Seon-ho's abortion scandal in 2021, he had been dropped from multiple on screen projects. 'Sad Tropics' is the only big screen work the actor will star in 2022.

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‘Single’s Inferno’: Why Song Ji-a Chose (Spoiler) in the Show’s Finale

Song Ji-a knew her worth when she arrived on the island in 'Single's Inferno.' Her looks and attitude captured the attention of three male contestants but she followed her heart during the show's finale.

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‘Single’s Inferno’ Finale: Who Left the Island as a Couple and Who Were Left Without a Partner?

In the finale of 'Single's Inferno', Song Ji-a had to make a tough decision between three male suitors. While couples like Kang So-yeon and Oh Jin-taek got a happy ending.

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‘Squid Game’: Why Oh Yeong-su’s Golden Globes Win for Best Supporting Actor Is a Big Deal In K-Dramas

Netflix's 'Squid Game' has become a global phenomenon and has achieved many firsts for K-dramas. Actor Oh Yeong-su continues its grand success as the first South Korean to receive an award at the Golden Globes in a competitive category.

Gaming & Comics

‘The Witcher’ Season 2: Joey Batey Had a Surprising and ‘Nightmare’ Encounter on Set With a Furry Rodent

Fans would have never expected the comical yet nightmarish problem Joey Batey had filming a scene in 'The Witcher' Season 2. He explains one of his mouse friends got tangled in his chest hair.

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‘The Witcher’ Season 2: How Much Time Had Passed Since Geralt Dumped Jaskier in Season 1?

Jaskier harbored bitter feelings toward Geralt after he leaves him after the dragon quest in 'The Witcher.' They meet again in season 2 after what can be speculated a decade apart.

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‘Single’s Inferno’: Meet the Famous Hosts of the Korean Reality Show, Instagrams, Careers, and More

The hosts of 'Single's Inferno' include Super Junior member and musician Kyuhyun and rapper Hanhae. Actors and models Lee Da-hee and Hong Jin-kyung made a career on television and variety shows.

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‘The Witcher’: How Do the Medallions Work and How Are They Helpful to the Witchers

'The Witcher' Season 2 further explored the importance of a witcher's medallion. The medallion can alert a witcher of nearby monsters and use of magic.

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‘The Red Sleeve’: Fans Noticed Episode 1 of the K-Drama Foreshadowed the Emotional Finale

Fans were able to dissect Yi San's ending in 'The Red Sleeve' finale based on subtle clues. But they also realized a scene in episode 1 was interwoven into the main characters' last words.