Michelle Stein

Contributing Weekend Editor

Michelle is an editor and writer who has more than 15 years of experience. She specializes in celebrity/pop culture news, TV, and parenting spaces. In addition to TV Insider, she has worked for publications such as People, Entertainment Weekly, Parade, BabyCenter, Romper, Distractify, CafeMom, and more. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Bowling Green State University. Michelle is obsessed with most TLC shows and knows way too much about their stars for her own good. She also enjoys covering the intersection of politics and TV.

Articles byMichelle Stein

Melissa Gilbert and Timothy Busfield

Melissa Gilbert Speaks Out on ‘Stepping Away’ Amid Husband Timothy Busfield’s Charges

Carol Burnett from The Carol Burnett Show

Carol Burnett Reveals Guest Star With ‘Really Loud’ Burping Problem on Her Variety Show

Donald Trump

Donald Trump Threatens Savannah Guthrie’s Mom Nancy’s Kidnappers With Death Penalty

Whoopi Goldberg, The View

‘The View’: Whoopi Goldberg Sends Direct Message to Donald Trump Calling Olympian a ‘Loser’

Savannah Guthrie, Today star

Savannah Guthrie’s Mom Nancy: Investigators Consider Botched Burglary While ‘Stuck’ on Kidnapping Motive

John Oliver

John Oliver Recaps Last 3 Months in ‘Last Week Tonight’ Season 13 Premiere

DAWSON'S CREEK, James Van Der Beek

James Van Der Beek’s Rep Says Friends Helped Buy $4.7 Million Ranch Amid GoFundMe Backlash

Spencer Pratt

Spencer Pratt’s Sister Stephanie Sends Bold Message to His LA Mayoral Bid

James Van Der Beek

James Van Der Beek’s ‘SNL’ Monologue Resurfaces After His Death

Donald Trump; Bill Maher

Bill Maher Eviscerates Donald Trump Over ‘Biggest Dick Move in American History’

Melissa Joan Hart in 'Clarissa Explains It All'

Melissa Joan Hart Remembers James Van Der Beek as First Onscreen Kiss in ‘Clarissa Explains It All’

Savannah Guthrie

Nancy Guthrie Update: SWAT Raids House & Vehicle Amid Search for Savannah’s Mom

Bad Bunny, Bill Maher

Bill Maher Issues Blunt Takedown of Republican Response to Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

Bill Maher; Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce

Bill Maher Makes Bold Declaration About Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s Relationship

Lory Patrick, Surf Party

Lory Patrick Dies: ‘Surf Party’ Actress Was 92

Tyra Banks, America's Next Top Model

‘America’s Next Top Model’ Winner Lisa D’Amato Calls Out Tyra Banks Over Documentary

DAWSON'S CREEK, James Van Der Beek

Steven Spielberg Donates Jaw-Dropping Amount to James Van Der Beek’s GoFundMe

Jayne Trcka

‘Drew Carey Show’ Star Jayne Trcka Cause of Death Revealed

DIRTY DANCING, Jennifer Grey, Patrick Swayze

‘Dirty Dancing’ Star Jennifer Grey Stuns in Bikini at 65

Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz in 'The Mummy'

‘The Mummy 4’ Release Date Announced & Fans Have Mixed Reactions

The Brady Bunch

‘Brady Bunch’: Barry Williams Shares Secret of Show’s Appeal 50 Years Later

Rod Roddy on 'The Price Is Right'

‘Price Is Right’ Announcer Rod Roddy Beat Alcoholism & Bankruptcy Before Game Show

Don McLean

Don McLean, 80, Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Girlfriend Paris Dylan, 31

BEWITCHED, Elizabeth Montgomery, Erin Murphy, Dick Sargent, David Lawrence

‘Bewitched’ Star Erin Murphy Weighs in on Possibility of a Reboot

'Wizards of Waverly Place' cast

Selena Gomez Reunites With ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Dad David DeLuise

'Designing Women' cast

Camilla Carr Dies: ‘Designing Women’ Star Was 83

Chris Christie, Bill Maher

Chris Christie Confesses to Bill Maher That Republicans Privately Criticize Donald Trump

Billie Eilish, Bill Maher

Bill Maher Issues Fiery Response to Billie Eilish’s ‘Stolen Land’ ICE Remarks

Bard Arnold, 3 Doors Down

Brad Arnold Dies at 47 as Tributes Pour in for 3 Doors Down Star

Savannah Guthrie and her mom, Nancy Guthrie

Savannah Guthrie Vows ‘We Will Pay’ in Message to Mom Nancy’s Captor as New Evidence Emerges

Billy Ficca, Richard Lloyd, Tom Verlaine, Fred Smith of Television

Fred Smith Dies: Television Bassist Was 77

Savannah Guthrie

Elizabeth Smart’s Father Explains Why Savannah Guthrie & Siblings Sent Public Plea to Mom’s Kidnappers

Hoda Kotb

Hoda Kotb to Miss Olympics Amid Search for Savannah Guthrie’s Mom

Bill Maher

Bill Maher Issues Blunt Takedown of Donald Trump’s Racist Obamas Video

Dee Snider of Twisted Sister

Dee Snider Quits Twisted Sister Amid ‘Health Challenges’ as Prayers Pour In

Michael Easton

‘General Hospital’: Michael Easton & Jophielle Love Reunite at Red Carpet Event

Charles C. Stevenson Jr.

Charles C. Stevenson Jr. Dies: ‘Will & Grace’ Actor Was 95

Susan Lucci

‘All My Children’ Star Susan Lucci Dishes on Looking & Feeling Great at 79

ANYTHING BUT LOVE, Richard Lewis, Jamie Lee Curtis

‘Anything But Love’: Jamie Lee Curtis Reveals How Richard Lewis Helped Sobriety Journey

Barry Manilow

Barry Manilow Forced to Postpone Las Vegas Shows After Cancer Surgery

Hey Dude

‘Hey Dude’ Cast Reunites: Kelly Brown Details ‘Emotional’ Set Visit 35 Years Later

Glenn Medeiros

’80s Pop Star Glenn Medeiros Is Unrecognizable in New Video 40 Years Later

Chuck Negron of Three Dog Night

Chuck Negron Dies: Three Dog Night Lead Singer Was 83

Ozzy Osbourne and Jack Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne’s Granddaughters Are So Grown Up at Rare Red Carpet Event

Joni Mitchell

Joni Mitchell Looks ‘Stunning’ at 82 at Rare Red Carpet Event

The Devil Wears Prada 2, Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci

‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Trailer: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway & Stanley Tucci’s Awkward Reunion (VIDEO)

THE BREAKFAST CLUB

‘The Breakfast Club’: What Molly Ringwald Has Said About a Potential Remake

Joe Scarborough, Bill Maher

Bill Maher & Joe Scarborough Get in Shouting Match Over Trump’s Ilhan Omar Remarks

'Heated Rivalry' star Connor Storrie

‘Heated Rivalry’ Star Connor Storrie to Host ‘Saturday Night Live’ & Fans Are Feral

Pete Davidson on 'SNL'

‘SNL’ Cold Open: Pete Davidson Returns With Blunt Message to ICE Agents

THE WONDER YEARS, Fred Savage and Danica McKellar

Danica McKellar Celebrates ‘The Wonder Years’ Anniversary With Throwback Photos

Bill Maher, Don Lemon

Bill Maher Issues Bold Message About Don Lemon’s Arrest

Schitt's Creek stars Catherine O'Hara, Annie Murphy, Dan Levy and Eugene Levy

‘Schitt’s Creek’ Stars Share Emotional Catherine O’Hara Tributes

Bill Maher

Bill Maher Issues Blunt Takedown of Celebrities Making Political Statements at Awards Shows

LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE, Abigail Breslin

Abigail Breslin Marks ‘Little Miss Sunshine’ 20th Anniversary With Rare Public Appearance

MODERN FAMILY

‘Modern Family’ Stars Reunite as Fans Beg for ‘Full Reunion’ (PHOTOS)

THE LITTLE RASCALS, Bug Hall

‘Little Rascals’ Star Bug Hall Living ‘Off-Grid’ With Family After ‘Vow of Poverty’

MASH, Alan Alda

‘M*A*S*H’ Star Alan Alda Celebrates 90th Birthday in Rare Photos

Bob Ross

Bob Ross Paintings Raise Over $1 Million for Public TV After Funding Cuts

HAPPY DAYS, Donnie Most, Henry Winkler, Anson Williams, Ron Howard

How ‘Happy Days’ Helped ‘Save More Lives Than Any Other Program in History’

BATMAN, Julie Newmar

Catwoman Actress Julie Newmar, 92, Resurfaces in Rare Photo 60 Years Later

MISTER ROGERS' NEIGHBORHOOD, Fred Rogers

Lady Gaga Covers Mister Rogers’ ‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’ & Fans Have ‘Chills’

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley’s Fiancée Ginger Alden Marks Engagement Anniversary With Intimate Photos

'Knots Landing' cast

‘Knots Landing’ Star Melinda Culea, 70, Spotted in Rare Public Outing

STAND BY ME, Jerry O'Connell, Corey Feldman, River Phoenix, Wil Wheaton

‘Stand by Me’: Jerry O’Connell Calls Out Corey Feldman on Social Media

Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare

Sly Dunbar Dies: Legendary Sly and Robbie Drummer Was 73