Nick Venable
The Background: Nick Venable is an Assistant Managing Editor, and the TV Editor. His humble origin story with CinemaBlend began all the way back in the pre-streaming era, circa 2009, as a freelancing DVD reviewer and TV recapper. After rising up through the ranks covering Movies, Nick leapfrogged over to the small screen to cover more and more television news and interviews, eventually taking over the section for the current era. Born in Louisiana and currently living in Texas — Who Dat Nation over America’s Team all day, all night — Nick spent several years in the hospitality industry, and also worked as a 911 operator. And if you ever happened to hear his music or read his comics/short stories, you have his sympathy. His love for his wife and daughters is almost equaled by his love of gasp-for-breath laughter and gasp-for-breath horror. A lifetime spent in the vicinity of a television screen led to his current dream job, as well as his knowledge of too many TV themes and ad jingles.
What He's Into: Nick is one of those people who won’t necessarily insert a Monty Python reference into every conversation, but is still mentally equipped to do so. Beyond such appreciation for surreal UK comedy, Nick also indulges in as much horror splendor as possible, from Stephen King novels to James Tynion IV comics to Freddy Krueger one-liners to all things Mike Flanagan. Throw in a dash of NFL, some 311 and Weird Al, fried crawfish poboys, bourbon, ‘90s-era pro wrestling, crossword puzzles and mystery-driven video games, and baby, you got a stew going. (Nick will insert an Arrested Development reference into every conversation, if possible.)
What He's Excited About: Anything Jeff Lemire, Tom King and W. Maxwell Prince think of, ever. More of Kelly Reilly’s deliriously fierce performances on Yellowstone. HBO’s The Last of Us. Clone High’s return. Colin Farrell’s Penguin being in every movie/TV show/breakfast cereal.
Latest articles by Nick Venable
All The Canceled And Ending TV Shows In 2024
By Nick Venable last updated
Here's a rundown of all the big TV shows ending in 2024, as well as every series that has been canceled so far.
'We Might Have To Cut This S--t Off' See Halle Berry Hysterically Lose It During Struggle Bus Of Removing A Shirt
By Nick Venable published
Halle Berry shared a surprisingly hectic, and unsurprisingly hilarious, video of herself requiring much help taking off an Anna Quan shirt.
One Late Night Trope Stephen Colbert Determined He Wouldn't Do, Then 'Fell In Love With’ Anyway
By Nick Venable published
Stephen Colbert reflected on a Late Show element he's come to embrace despite first being determined not to make it part of the show.
Julia Louis Dreyfus Talks 'Political Correctness' In Comedy Days After Jerry Seinfeld's Viral Rant: 'To Me That's A Red Flag'
By Nick Venable published
After Jerry Seinfeld's latest comments about politically correct comedy, Julia Louis-Dreyfus also shared her opinions.
I Liked Ishana Night Shyamalan's The Watchers, But Cannot Get These Unanswered Questions Out Of My Head
By Nick Venable published
Though I enjoyed Ishana Shyamalan's The Watchers, I have quite a few unanswered questions bouncing around my head.
It's An Always Sunny Miracle! Rob McElhenney And Kaitlin Olson Joined Philadelphia Phillies Greats Chase Utley And Bryce Harper To Start MLB Game
By Nick Venable published
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia's Rob McElhenney and Kaitlin Olson joined MLB stars Chase Utley and Bryce Harper to kick off a game in a fun way.
'He's Got Some Trust Issues': 'Criminal Minds: Evolution's' Ryan-James Hatanaka Addresses Tyler's Return To The BAU And Relationship Status With Garcia
By Nick Venable published
Criminal Minds: Evolution star Ryan-James Hatanaka talked to CinemaBlend about Tyler and Garcia's situation in the new season.
Pat Sajak's Farewell To Wheel Of Fortune Fans Has Me Even More Strung Up In My Feels Than Vanna White's Tribute
By Nick Venable published
Pat Sajak farewell message to Wheel of Fortune fans is genuinely sweet, and pairs quite nicely with Vanna White's emotional tribute.
The Watchers Review: Ishana Shyamalan’s Directorial Debut Is An Intense Winner If You Don’t Question The Plot At All
By Nick Venable published
The debut feature from Ishana Night Shyamalan looks and sounds great, but
Family Feud's Steve Harvey Left Shocked And Speechless By Both Face-Off Answers To 'Sexy Dreams' Question
By Nick Venable published
Steve Harvey faced a one-two combo of wild answers during a Family Feud Face-Off round that left him shocked and speechless.
What's Patrick J Adams Been Up To Since Suits? He Has Two New Streaming Series Coming Up
By Nick Venable published
Missing Patrick J. Adams' Mike Ross? Here's where to find the actor's next pair of TV roles.
Kanye West Has Responded To Harassment Lawsuit After Alleged Vulgar Texts To Former Employee Came To Light
By Nick Venable published
Kanye West's legal team shares response after former Yeezy assistant files sexual harassment lawsuit.
Ahead Of Final Wheel Of Fortune Episode, Pat Sajak Reflects On Decision To Retire And Reveals What He'd Be 'Perfectly Happy' Doing Next
By Nick Venable published
Wheel of Fortune's Pat Sajak reflected on his retirement decision in a new interview, and also shared what he'd be happiest doing next in life.
Why The Conners Bosses Are OK With The Show Ending On Season 7, And Why It'll Be A 'Very Big Event'
By Nick Venable published
The Conners is set to wrap up with Season 7, and the EPs explained why they're okay with it, and why it'll be a big event for ABC.
Joanna Gaines’ Sweet Post To Fixer Upper Husband Chip On Their 21st Anniversary Is Couples Goals
By Nick Venable published
Joanna Gaines celebrated a noteworthy marital achievement with her Fixer Upper hubby Chip Gaines, and they're just too adorbs.
Why Angelina Jolie Allegedly Hasn’t Spoken About Daughter Shiloh’s Decision To Drop The Name ‘Pitt’
By Nick Venable published
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's daughter Shiloh is legally losing her father's surname, and here's why her famed mom likely hasn't addressed it.
Upcoming Horror TV Shows: The New Scary Shows Coming To TV And Streaming
By Nick Venable last updated
Beware these terrifying upcoming horror TV shows.
Simon Cowell Came Up With AGT’s Second Golden Buzzer. What Is It, And How Do The Rest Of The Judges Feel?
By Nick Venable published
America's Got Talent upgraded Season 19 with a second Golden Buzzer, with Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara and the others chiming in with their thoughts.
Is The Umbrella Academy Season 4 Finally Showing Fans The Jennifer Incident That Killed Ben? One Moment In The Trailer Has Me Curious
By Nick Venable published
The Umbrella Academy's epic Season 4 trailer is filled with big moments, but will we learn about the Jennifer Incident that killed Ben?
Jennifer Lopez’s Atlas Only Has A 19% Critics Score, But It’s Not Stopping Netflix Streamers
By Nick Venable published
Jennifer Lopez returned to sci-fi action with Atlas, and while critics absolutely blasted it, that hasn't slowed Netflix audiences.
The Best Sexy Horror Movies Of All Time, And How To Watch Them
By Nick Venable last updated
Horror and sex often pair together fittingly, and we've rounded up the sexiest horror movies and how to watch them.
Now That Horror Sequel 28 Years Later Is Filming, Let's Talk Theories About Jodie Comer's Character
By Nick Venable published
The horror sequel 28 Years Later has kicked off production, so let's talk theories about who Jodie Comer could be playing.
The Curious Case Of The Fantastic Four Casting Rumors: Rahul Kohli Clarifies His Marvel Comments As Collaborator Mike Flanagan Sends Support
By Nick Venable published
Rahul Kohli shared clarification after Fantastic Four casting comments spread, and House of Usher's Mike Flanagan shared support.