Erik Swann
The Background: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he's been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.
What He's Into: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he's a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he's watching entertaining films and TV series.
What He's Excited About Right Now: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.
Latest articles by Erik Swann
![Sean "Diddy" Combs on Jimmy Kimmel Live.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DofY3oUdhoYDcqKNEdCVTo-320-80.jpg)
How Diddy's Kids Have His Back Amidst His Legal Woes
By Erik Swann published
It would seem that Sean "P. Diddy" Combs' kids are showing him support amid his legal issues.
![The Friends cast sitting at Central Perk](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j5Gub2id6rMrb62fkUMygh-320-80.jpg)
32 Times A Show Changed Its Name After The Pilot Was Filmed
By Erik Swann published
Let's take a look at some of the various TV shows that had their names changed after a pilot episode was filmed.
![Jaylen Brown smiles as he answers questions at the NBA Finals press conference](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VZ8hCTMoYRbkR5sv5mfJnU-320-80.jpg)
After Boston Celtics Star Jaylen Brown Won At The NBA Finals, I Can’t Stop Thinking About The A+ Film Series He Watched While Prepping
By Erik Swann published
NBA champion Jaylen Brown watched some truly excellent movies while preparing for the NBA Finals.
![Palmer (Justin Timberlake) looks ahead in Palmer](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gFxBRWEdKM2T5KwVFiHEYN-320-80.jpg)
Justin Timberlake Arrested For Alleged DWI Amid Tour
By Erik Swann last updated
Amid his promotional tour for his latest album, Justin Timberlake has been arrested on a reported DWI charge.
![Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) scolds Marcus Burnett in Bad Boys: Ride or Die](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iqDCMvHavYDfYHoSaNPEqn-320-80.jpg)
Amid Bad Boys: Ride Or Die’s Box Office Success, Will Smith Has Already Lined Up Another Acting Gig
By Erik Swann published
Will Smith has scored an acting gig in the aftermath of Bad Boys: Ride or Die's success at the box office.
![Savannah Chrisley has a conversation, while Todd Chrisley talks during a confessional on Chrisley Knows Best](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jXauC7curzpYFyF75fPbhj-320-80.jpg)
‘Hit Me Like A Ton Of Bricks’: Savannah Chrisley Gets Real About Dad Todd Chrisley Being In Jail Amid Another Father’s Day
By Erik Swann published
Savannah Chrisley got candid when discussing what it's like to spend another Father's Day without imprisoned dad Todd Chrisley.
![Tom Brady from Man in the Arena and Gisele Bundchen from Vogue interview.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SrUcvhqsVFLem32KgNZWVH-320-80.jpg)
Insiders Claimed Tom Brady’s Roast Hurt Gisele Bündchen’s New Relationship, But Not So Fast
By Erik Swann published
I was rumored that Gisele Bündchen’s new relationship was impacted by Tom Brady's roast, but we may want to hold on.
![Shaquille O'Neal making a point and Charles Barkley laughing over a joke on Inside the NBA.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gZ5LkrmmV77gCJ65zmKHSi-320-80.jpg)
Viral Clip Of Charles Barkley And Shaq Has Inside The NBA Fans Upset About The Show Ending: 'Save This Show'
By Erik Swann published
Another Inside the NBA clip involving Shaq and Charles Barkley has gone viral, and fans are in their feelings over it.
![Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman as Deadpool and Wolverine in Deadpool 3](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5qoxT4yrKon4Gx5HgNzJWS-320-80.jpg)
Hugh Jackman Celebrated Father’s Day With Wild Deadpool And Wolverine Fan Art, And I’m Now Thinking About Movie Ideas
By Erik Swann published
Hugh Jackman shared wild Deadpool & Wolverine art for Father's Day, and I think they're good enough to inspire films.
![Sylvester Stallone in Creed II wearing a hat.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7TMTbb6H9gZzWPUkXd3Mok-320-80.png)
Sylvester Stallone’s Daughters Paid Tribute To Him On Father’s Day With Sweet Throwback Photos
By Erik Swann published
Sylvester Stallone's daughters took to social media and honored him on Father's Day with sweet throwback photos.
![Venom's long tongue in the trailer for Venom 3](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iuKcSHyUZzATHZBvsGzA6S-320-80.jpg)
Venom 3 Star Was Asked Whether They Feel Pressure For The Film To Be A Hit After Madame Web Bombed
By Erik Swann published
One of Venom: The Last Dance's star's weighed in on whether they feel pressure for the superhero film to succeed.
![Henry Cavill looking off as Sherlock Holmes in Enola Holmes 2](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/A9S3h4mc4P7WBciNfH5oaS-320-80.png)
Henry Cavill Confirms He’s Expecting His First Baby, And His Father’s Day Announcement Is Too Sweet
By Erik Swann published
Henry Cavill announced on Father's Day that he has his first baby on the way, and the announcement is so lovely.
![LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - JUNE 15: Prince Louis of Wales watches an RAF flypast from the balcony of Buckingham Palace after attending Trooping the Colour on June 15, 2024 in London, England. Trooping the Colour, also known as The King's Birthday Parade, is a military ceremony to mark the official birthday of the British Sovereign. The ceremony takes place at Horse Guards Parade followed by a flypast over Buckingham Palace and was first performed in the mid-17th century during the reign of King Charles II. The parade features all seven regiments of the Household Division with Number 9 Company, Irish Guards being the regiment this year having their Colour Trooped.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tkJMgHoJ9eBP5UdRaJDMCF-320-80.jpg)
Prince Louis Is Back With All The Hilarious Faces As He And The Rest Of The Royal Family Celebrate Trooping The Colour
By Erik Swann published
Prince Louis, who's known for making faces while in public, got back to his funny habit during Trooping the Colour.
![Sean "Diddy" Combs staring off in Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop: A Bad Boy Story](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VwjZAimoqTNDZkR5vxKXZE-320-80.jpg)
P. Diddy’s Ex-Bodyguard Claims He Broke Up Fights Between Him And Cassie, Says Rapper Is Like A ‘Little Kid When He Knows He Does Something Wrong’
By Erik Swann published
Amid P. Diddy's legal issues, his former bodyguard made claims about him fighting with Cassie Ventura.
![Gordon Ramsay eating fish](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vqnsoHNCJ9xDndyxGERDRe-320-80.jpg)
‘I’m Lucky To Be Here’: Gordon Ramsay Opens Up About Bike Accident And Shows Off Massive Bruise In Video
By Erik Swann published
Gordon Ramsay got in a serious bike accident, and showed off a massive bruise in a new video.
![Will Smith crouched in action in a neon lit club while holding a gun in Bad Boys: Ride or Die.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yu9i9aaDLRTjHNk8Zowt2R-320-80.jpg)
Will Smith Has A Message For The Fans After The Bad Boys Franchise Hit A Box Office Milestone
By Erik Swann published
Will Smith sent a message to the fans after Bad Boys: Ride or Die notched a major box office milestone for the franchise.
![Charles Barkley discussing basketball on Inside the NBA](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ymQnd7yoa9aGWdjfe6n7K9-320-80.jpg)
’Grabbing The Tissues Now’: After Inside The NBA Brouhaha, Charles Barkley Has Announced His Retirement. The Fans Are In Their Feelings
By Erik Swann published
Charles Barkley announced his retirement following the Inside the NBA speculation, and fans are sharing their feelings.
![Clippers players entering a game on FX's Clipped](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fWtnHsMVBkkCuvREtsQ3ne-320-80.jpg)
After FX's Clipped, The Dream Team And 6 Moments In NBA History That Would Make Great TV Shows
By Erik Swann published
As FX's Clipped airs, we're discussing the Dream Team and other moments in NBA history that would make great TV shows.
![Auliʻi Cravalho's animated Moana](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9G9NbFaKNqYmVbmPEWJZAV-320-80.jpg)
Disney's Live-Action Moana Movie Has Cast Its Lead Actress And More To Join The Rock
By Erik Swann published
The lead actress of Disney's live-action Moana remake has been revealed, and other key roles have been cast as well.
![Will Smith looking at Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars and Rob Schneider's Larry looking at his kid in Daddy Daughter Trip](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8yiY9hkToGwrhsdkGcuzSh-320-80.jpg)
Rob Schneider Tears Into Will Smith’s Character And The Slap In New Viral Video
By Erik Swann published
Rob Schneider shared some thoughts on Will Smith's Oscars slap and, as the viral video shows, he didn't mince words.
![Jerry West speaking with Dean Wilson about his career on Good Life TV](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nMnivtwpX4kA5PV6TMozn3-320-80.jpg)
NBA Icon Jerry West, Who Inspired The League’s Logo, Is Dead At 86
By Erik Swann published
NBA legend Jerry West, whose silhouette remains a part of the organization's logo, has passed away at the age of 86.
![Seth Meyers speaking at his desk on Late Night](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qjESFs3Z5piBgiDJacdsKK-320-80.jpeg)
Late Night With Seth Meyers Staff Losing Jobs Amidst Budget Cuts: 'Nobody Wants To Pay’
By Erik Swann published
As part of budget cuts at NBC, Late Night with Seth Meyers is cutting a notable portion of its staff.
![Glen Powell wearing glasses and holding his left hand up while standing in front of a chalk board.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XgvBXade9nYB52DuRCU3ih-320-80.jpg)
Hit Man Is Dominating On Netflix, But The Streamer’s Landing Another Movie That Had A 100% Rating This Week
By Erik Swann published
As Hit Man continues to crush on Netflix, the streamer is about to drop a film that had a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.