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
32 Songs I Remember More From Beavis And Butt-Head Episodes Than Hearing Them On The Radio
By Nick Venable published
Beavis and Butt-Head's music video segments are classic TV, and I remember a bunch of songs more from their B&B episodes than the radio.
Why Did We Have To Wait So Long To Learn John Dutton Definitely Isn't Coming Back To Yellowstone?
By Nick Venable published
Kevin Costner revealed why he chose to finally confirm he's not returning to Yellowstone, making me wonder why fans had to deal with any of this.
Former WWE And WCW Star Was Arrested After Stabbing Man In Gas Station Fight
By Nick Venable published
Former WCW, WWE, and ECW wrestler Charles Scaggs, a.k.a. 2 Cold Scorpio, was arrested after a gas station stabbing.
Mike Flanagan's Exorcist Movie: Everything We Know About The Horror Reboot, And What We're Excited To See
By Nick Venable published
Mike Flanagan is bringing his horror skills to the Exorcist franchise, and here's what we know so far about the upcoming horror.
'Nobody's Perfect': The Boys Showrunner Told Us Why Starlight Is Such A Big Part Of Firecracker's Origin Story
By Nick Venable published
With Homelander Vs. Butcher already set in stone, The Boys is pitting Starlight and Firecracker against each other.
'You Charmed Me Into Making You A Regular': Hawaii Five-0 Team Pays Tribute After Taylor Wily’s Death At 56
By Nick Venable published
Following the death of Hawaii Five-0 vet Taylor Wily, his former co-stars and the creator shared touching tributes.
The John Wayne Gacy Streaming Series Cast Its Serial Killer, And The Actor's Comments About The Victims Are More Touching Than I Expected
By Nick Venable published
The upcoming John Wayne Gacy limited series has cast its titular serial killer, who shared an emotional statement about the victims.
Yellowstone Season 5: When Are The Final Episodes Of The Kevin Costner Drama Coming?
By Nick Venable last updated
Plans are reportedly in place for Yellowstone's final episodes, and here's what we know about the Dutton family's long-awaited return.
Kaitlin Olson Is Getting Love For Her New TV Show From It's Always Sunny Vets, But Fan Comments About Her Canceled Series Won My Heart
By Nick Venable published
Kaitlin Olson has a new show coming, and some Always Sunny vets shared love alongside fans still griping about her previously canceled show.
Kevin Costner Finally Addressed Jewel Romance Rumors, And Was Far More Direct About That Than Yellowstone's BTS Drama
By Nick Venable published
Kevin Costner and Grammy winner Jewel have been romantically linked, and the filmmaker finally addressed the rumors in full.
Chris Rock’s Everybody Hates Chris Revival Is Adding More Franchise OGs, And I’m Pumped
By Nick Venable published
I'm so ready for this!
Former Lex Luthor Actor Jon Cryer Pokes Fun At James Gunn Debunking DCU Batman Casting Rumors
By Nick Venable published
Jon Cryer invoked some of his former Lex Luthor villainy to poke a little fun at James Gunn constantly having to debunk Batman casting rumors.
Kenan Thompson Reflects On SNL's Biggest Sketch Of The Year And How Unpredictable Those Breakout Moments Can Be
By Nick Venable published
Kenan Thompson has been part of many viral Saturday Night Live clips, and here's what he has to say about creating such popular sketches.
Debunking Duff Beer: A Guns And Roses Bandmate Thinks The Simpsons Named Booze After Him. The Real Story?
By Nick Venable published
The Simpsons' most famous beverage brand, Duff Beer, has once again been attributed to Guns 'N' Roses' famed bassist, by the musician himself.
Kevin Costner Is Slowly Sounding More And More Like He'll Be Back On Yellowstone, But It's Giving Me A Montana-Sized Headache
By Nick Venable published
Kevin Costner's latest Yellowstone comments sound positive, but at what point will fans finally get answers?
The Boys’ Eric Kripke Gave Us The Lowdown On Rob Benedict’s Raunchiest Scene, And The Hilarious Nickname Supernatural’s Misha Collins Gave It
By Nick Venable published
The Boys' Eric Kripke talked to CinemaBlend about Supernatural vet Rob Benedict's raunchiest moment, and the nickname it earned from Misha Collins.
Regular Show's Creator Has A Wild New Animated Show That Sounds Like It'll Be A Hit With X-Men Fans
By Nick Venable published
Regular Show and Close Enough creator J.G. Quintel's new series sounds just right for X-Men fans with a weird sense of humor.
It's Not Great To Get Canceled, But One So Help Me Todd Actress Is Happy She Wrapped The Series Without Facing Her Biggest Worry
By Nick Venable published
So Help Me Todd's cancellation was a bummer, but one co-star had a reason to be appreciative.
The Boys' Showrunner Talked To Us About That Season 4 Clone Fight, And The Wildest Detail Had Nothing To Do With The Fake Penis
By Nick Venable published
The Boys delivered its wildest fight sequence yet, courtesy of naked clones, and showrunner Eric Kripke shared some wild details with us.
'That Was Amazing': After Price Is Right's Epic Showcase Showdown, Drew Carey Was Floored Again By All-Time Game Win
By Nick Venable published
The Price Is Right delivered another all-time great contestant performance less than a week after that epic Showcase Showdown.
'I Personally Enjoy It': After S.W.A.T. Went On A Cancel And Renew Rollercoaster, CBS President Talks Shemar Moore And Making Those Decisions
By Nick Venable published
CBS' President shares thoughts on making big network decisions such as reversing the cancellation fo Shemar Moore's S.W.A.T.
The 100 Best Movies Of The 1990s
By Nick Venable last updated
The CinemaBlend staff voted to create a list of the 100 best 1990s movies.
Karen Fukuhara Picks Her Favorite Kimiko Death From The Boys, And I Think She’s Right
By Nick Venable published
The Boys' Karen Fukuhara told CinemaBlend what her favorite Kimiko death has been so far.