Melissa Mitas has spent her career thus far in several facets of communications, including being published in print, online, and in broadcast. She earned her Master’s degree in Communication from William Paterson University. Melissa joined the Showbiz Cheat Sheet team in 2019, and focuses her coverage on classic TV shows, game show and news personalities, and actors including Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr., and Leonardo DiCaprio. Her background in interviewing, research, and editing helps her to create original content and speak with important figures in the entertainment industry.
Melissa spends much of her free time reading anything she can get her hands on, which often informs her coverage for Showbiz readers. She has a fondness for Carolyn Keene, a favorite author of her childhood, and continues to be inspired by the works of Jane Austen, C.S. Lewis, David Rosenfelt, and Maeve Binchy. She is a member of the William Paterson University Alumni Association, and in a previous career path spearheaded the social media campaigns for Rutgers University’s School of Communication and Information. See more from Melissa on her Muck Rack profile.
Isaiah Washington left 'Grey's Anatomy' at the end of season 3 after an altercation with co-star Patrick Dempsey resulted in his firing, although cast and crew members had nothing but praise for the actor.
'Jeopardy!' guest host Mayim Bialik has two sons from her previous marriage, and has previously shared of her gratitude for her amicable co-parenting relationship with her ex-husband.
Academy Award-winner Denzel Washington directed a powerful episode of 'Grey's Anatomy' in season 12, though Ellen Pompeo revealed they had a bit of a brawl after one particular scene.
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'The Big Bang Theory' alum Mayim Bialik is hosting 'Jeopardy!' until November and fans are wondering if her home life is as busy as her professional life.
Matt Amodio recently scored his 28th 'Jeopardy!', which brings his earnings to over $1M and fans are tuning in to see if he can bypass his two most famous predecessors, Ken Jennings and James Holzhauer.
Joy Behar was a standup comedian before joining the 'Hot Topics' table at 'The View' and had plenty of punchlines about Monica Lewinsky, though she has no regrets about it today.
Audra McDonald can add Tony Awards host to her long list of credits, which includes a plethora of television and film roles that all total up to an impressive bank account.