Jessica Rawden
The Background: Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.
Jessica has a Masters in Library Science degree from Indiana University, and used to be found behind a reference desk most definitely not shushing people. She now uses those skills in researching and tracking down information in very different ways.
What She’s Into: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.
What She’s Excited About Right Now: Hallmark Christmas movie season. Wearing socks to bed.
Latest articles by Jessica Rawden
I Love Going To Universal Orlando At Mardi Gras More Than Going During The Christmas Holidays, And I'm Not Just Being A Grinch
By Jessica Rawden published
Yes, Christmas decor is gorgeous, but I'd rather go to Universal Orlando at Mardi Gras anyway. Here's why I stand by this opinion.
Tom Colicchio Revealed What Happened After A Top Chef 21 Contestant Was Eliminated, And I Find It Super Frustrating
By Jessica Rawden published
The first elimination of Top Chef: Wisconsin came with some drama, and Tom Colicchio spilled the tea.
Are Some Of The Duggars Drinking Now? Why New Photos Seem To Be Such A Big Deal
By Jessica Rawden published
What's really going on with the Duggars and alcohol?
The 14 Worst Rom-Coms With Major Releases
By Jessica Rawden published
Do you love some of these memorably awful rom-coms?
5 Fun Facts About Silver Dollar City’s Newest Ride Fire In The Hole You May Not Already Know
By Jessica Rawden published
Fire in the Hole is open in March of 2024 at Silver Dollar City. What you need to know.
I’m A Theme Park Fan Who Lives In The Midwest. There’s Never Been A Better Time For A Coaster Enthusiast To Live Here
By Jessica Rawden published
Fire in the Hole. Top Thrill 2. Good Gravy! Why it's a great time to be a coaster enthusiast in the Midwest.
Chrissy Teigen Rocked The Sheer Chain Mail Trend, And Paris Hilton And Octavia Spencer Were Here For It
By Jessica Rawden published
Chrissy Teigen is usually at the cutting edge of fashion and her sheer chain mail look is stunning.
The Rock Took A Shot Of Tequila Before Heading To The Oscars, And It’s Giving Major Margot Robbie And Florence Pugh Vibes
By Jessica Rawden published
Dwayne Johnson presented at the Oscars this year, but he wasn't the only celebrity to indulge in some good, old-fashioned liquid courage: tequila.
The Way Home Just Got An Early Season 3 Renewal After Chyler Leigh Called Herself ‘Blessed’ To Be Able To Make The Show
By Jessica Rawden published
Chyler Leigh isn't taking her role in The Way Home for granted, even with a Season 3 renewal order from Hallmark.
'The Kind Of Dress You Dream Of': Alexandra Daddario Recalls The Sheer, Beaded Dress She Wore On The Red Carpet When She Was Nominated At The Emmys
By Jessica Rawden published
Alexandra Daddario's Emmys nomination dress for The White Lotus was one for the ages. She agrees.
The Story Behind South Park Killing Kenny Off, And Why The Show Doesn’t Do It As Much Anymore
By Jessica Rawden published
A full rundown of Trey Parker and Matt Stone pitching killing Kenny off in South Park, and why the Comedy Central series (mostly) stopped.
American Pickers Is Incredibly Popular Now, But Mike Wolfe Says It Took Years To Convince History To Give Him A Shot
By Jessica Rawden published
American Pickers did not get the greenlight right away. In fact, Mike Wolfe opens up about the wild amount of time it took for History to say "yes."
Matthew McConaughey Revealed His Meet Cute With Camila Alves Happened Over Tequila: ‘The Best Thing We’ve Made With Our Pants On'
By Jessica Rawden published
Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves have been rock solid for 17 years, and it may not have happened without tequila.
Megan Fox Tried The Pink Hair, Don't Care Look After Razzie Win, And She Really Pulled It Off
By Jessica Rawden published
Megan Fox won not one, but two Razzies, but she made lemonade out of lemons this week.
‘Jorts Are Worse’: Behind-The-Scenes Pic Shows How John Cena Really Pulled Off Being ‘Naked’ Onstage At The Oscars
By Jessica Rawden published
Jorts are worse than naked, except when John Cena is not really naked and his Oscars bit is just an illusion!
Robert Downey Jr. And Mark Ruffalo Were Both Nominated For Best Supporting Actor. The Same Thing Should Have Happened At The Oscars Years Ago
By Jessica Rawden published
Robert Downey Jr and Mark Ruffalo are pals who are facing off at the Oscars this year. It could have, should have happened before.
'In My Baywatch Reds': See Donna D'Errico Celebrate The New TV Series In Her Iconic Red Suit
By Jessica Rawden published
Donna D'Errico learned about the new Baywatch TV series, and she had a red swimsuit celebration in response.
'I Was Not Ready': Katy Perry's The Latest To Bring Back The Whale Tail As The Trend Heats Up
By Jessica Rawden published
The early 2000s continue to make a comeback as Katy Perry rocks a red dress with an exposed thong.
Zendaya Liked That Breastplate She Infamously Wore So Much She Has It In Her House, And It's Giving Me Chris Hemsworth Mjolnir Vibes
By Jessica Rawden published
Zendaya wore a custom Tom Ford breastplate and now she keeps it on her wall. Your move, Chris Hemsworth.
After Jessica Simpson Spoke Out About Online ‘Scrutiny,’ She’s Still Taking Flak On Her Instagram
By Jessica Rawden published
Former reality star Jessica Simpson has still been taking heat online years after her 100-LB weight loss.
I’ve Been A Fan Of Candace Cameron Bure’s Hallmark Murder Mysteries For Years. Why News She’s Signing On For More Sleuthing Has Me Both Happy And Bummed
By Jessica Rawden published
Candace Cameron Bure will be back to sleuthing on GAF after unceremonisouly saying goodbye to Aurora Teagarden on Hallmark.
32 Funniest Lines By Tina Fey
By Jessica Rawden published
Tina Fey has a lot of classic quotes, from SNL to her comedies, and even her personal life.
Sydney Sweeney Wore The Sweetest Minidress For Her Fallon Appearance, Then Talked Hiding Snacks In Her Fake Pregnancy Belly
By Jessica Rawden published
Sydney Sweeney wore a very different look for her Tonight Show appearance than what she wore for her new movie Immaculate.