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Kira Martin

Kira Martin began as a contributing writer for Showbiz Cheat Sheet in 2019. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from Metropolitan State University of Denver.

Kira covers celebrity news and popular TV + movie franchises for Showbiz. As the mother of young adults, the last 10 years have been a master class in pop culture, and she loves that she can now surprise them with her own knowledge of the entertainment industry.

Kira is a voracious reader and writer who has published a few personal essays and has been a member of various writing groups over the years. She’s contributed to Fort Collins Magazine and has written for her personal blog as well.

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Celebrity / Movies

‘West Side Story’: Natalie Wood’s Ghost Singer Can Be Heard In Several Classic Films

In 1961, the musical West Side Story came out in theaters, and it quickly became a classic. Natalie Wood enchanted audiences as Maria, the sweet Puerto Rican girl who falls in love with the wrong boy. Wood’s charming acting, light-footed dancing, and beautiful singing have become iconic. However, one of those skills wasn’t actually hers. The …
Celebrity

Marilyn Monroe’s Addictions Strained Her Friendship With Ella Fitzgerald

There’s no doubt that Marilyn Monroe lived a complicated and tragic life. But even though she struggled, she could be a wonderful friend. One of the close friendships she formed along the way was with legendary singer Ella Fitzgerald. But although the two women had a special connection, Monroe had a problem that came between …
Celebrity

Was Willow Smith Ever Friends With Summer Walker?

Summer Walker and Willow Smith are two women to watch in the world of music. The ways that they came into their music careers are very different, but that doesn’t change the fact that they’re both talented young artists who are making a name for themselves. But despite what they have in common these days, …
TV

‘Gunsmoke’: James Arness Was a Bronze Star and Purple Heart Recipient

In 1955, a new western TV show hit the airwaves. Gunsmoke was destined to stay on the air for a record-breaking 20 seasons, picking up five Emmy Awards during its remarkable run. But what fans may not have realized is that Marshal Matt Dillon wasn’t just a hero on the small-screen. James Arness, who played the …
TV

‘Selling the Big Easy’: Fans are Torn Over Brittany’s Hosting

HGTV is known for its compulsively watchable lineup of shows. Whether it’s the renovation adventures of Flip or Flop or the real estate drama of House Hunters, people continue to be riveted to the network’s offering of shows.  This year, HGTV added a new show to its roster. Selling the Big Easy is set in New Orleans, and …