Alyssa Lapid

Alyssa Lapid is an Entertainment Writer at Bustle. She holds a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University and has previously worked for Brides as well as publications in the Philippines, where she grew up. Her work has also appeared on Architectural Digest, iD, WSJ, HelloGiggles, Repeller, and more. A proud ARMY, she is obsessed with BTS, even taking Korean classes to better belt out their songs. Her dream celebrity interview situation is flying to Seoul for a sit-down with each member. A K-drama convert, she would also love to interview Vincenzo’s Song Joong-ki and Ok Taec-yeon. Her hobbies include regularly rewatching Harry Potter and Charmed, dancing solo in her living room, and pining for her seven Shih Tzus in Manila.

Celebrity

Olympic Sprinter Gabby Thomas Wants To Transform The Healthcare Industry

She has a Harvard degree in neurobiology, is pursuing a master’s, and beat an Olympic icon.

By Alyssa Lapid

Streaming

16 ‘Friday Night Lights’ Quotes From Coach Taylor To Inspire You In Every Situation

He dropped wisdom bombs every season.

By Alyssa Lapid

Celebrity

Naomi Osaka's Olympics Match May Have Included An Easter Egg For Her BTS Fan Account

Somebody introduce them ASAP.

By Alyssa Lapid

Entertainment

Harry Styles Set The Record Straight On His “Kiwi” Lyrics

This song continues to raise eyebrows.

By Alyssa Lapid and Ashley Rey

Entertainment

True 'Originals' Fans Must Visit These New Orleans Locations

While 'The Originals' filmed primarily in Georgia, the cast and crew occasionally made the trek to New Orleans.

By Alyssa Lapid and Kristie Rohwedder

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These Netflix Horror Movies Will Keep You Up At Night

From an R.L. Stine trilogy to a cult horror flick.

By Alyssa Lapid

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Netflix’s 'Trese' Anime Series Could Feature More Monsters In Season 2

Here's everything we know about the Filipino anime so far.

By Alyssa Lapid

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The 17 Best K-Dramas To Stream On Netflix Right Now

Don’t let subtitles get in the way.

By Alyssa Lapid

TV & Movies

Everything To Know About Jordan Peele’s 'Nope'

Because the director's mind is a brilliant, scary place.

By Alyssa Lapid

TV & Movies

Watch An Exclusive First Look At 'Family Reunion' Part 4

Plus, everything else we know about the new episodes.

By Alyssa Lapid

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10 Quotes From Naomi Osaka’s Netflix Doc That Prove She’s A Winner

This special will make you love her even more.

By Alyssa Lapid

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Add These 21 Rom-Coms To All Your Streaming Watchlists

From 'The Princess Bride' to 'Crazy Rich Asians.'

By Alyssa Lapid and Jessica Lachenal

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'I Think You Should Leave' Could Feature More Comedy Veterans in Season 3

Vanessa Bayer, Cecily Strong, and more appear in Tim Robinson’s genius sketch comedy.

By Alyssa Lapid

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Marvel’s 'What If…?' Is Full Of Hypotheticals But Could Impact Future Titles

What if the world never saw Steve Rogers in spandex?

By Alyssa Lapid

TV & Movies

How Losing A Golden Globe Jump-Started Kaley Cuoco’s Next Career Move

“I ended up winning awards season even though I had lost over and over and over.”

By Alyssa Lapid

TV & Movies

These 'Gossip Girl' Then Vs. Now Photos Show How Much The Cast Has Changed

It's been 84 — er, 14 — years.

By Alyssa Lapid

Streaming

Your Favorite ‘Twin Peaks’ & ‘SNL’ Actors Will Star In A New Joe Exotic Series

Just when you thought Hollywood had run out of Joe Exotic and Carole Baskin content.

By Alyssa Lapid

Entertainment

The 15 Sexiest Movies On HBO To Stream Now

Steamy HBO movies for your next night in? Yes, please.

By Alyssa Lapid and Lia Beck

Celebrity

'Bachelor' Franchise Stars Respond To Backlash Over Receiving PPP Loans

“Please stop lumping me in with 'The Bachelor.' I don't f*ck with them anymore, they don't f*ck with me. Point blank. Thanks.”

By Alyssa Lapid

Streaming

16 Funny Dirty Movies You Have To Add To Your Netflix List

From 'Bad Teacher' to 'Yes, God, Yes.'

By Alyssa Lapid and Olivia Truffaut-Wong