Michelle Stein

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.

Scott Baio

Scott Baio Teases Major TV Comeback in Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Frisco King’

Fans rejoiced over the ‘Happy Days’ star’s latest social media update.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner

Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s Mother Marks 1 Year Since His Death With Emotional Tribute

The ‘Cosby Show’ star’s mom also revealed they ‘had healing conversations a few weeks before’ his death.

ONE DAY AT A TIME, Mackenzie Phillips

Mackenzie Phillips Details Getting Fired From ‘One Day at a Time’

The actress was booted for behavior unbecoming of Julie Cooper in the ’70s sitcom.

DIFF'RENT STROKES, Todd Bridges, Gary Coleman

Todd Bridges Recounts Reuniting With ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ Costar Gary Coleman After Feud

A chance encounter allowed them to reconnect years after butting heads on the ’80s sitcom.

John Stamos and Jodie Sweetin

‘Full House’ Star Jodie Sweetin Details John Stamos Supporting Her Sobriety

The former child actress who played Stephanie Tanner has been sober since 2011.

Andrew Ridgeley

Wham! Star Andrew Ridgeley Makes Rare Public Appearance [PHOTO]

The duo rose to fame in the ’80s with hits like ‘Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go’ and ‘Last Christmas.’

James Handy

New Details Emerge in James Handy’s Final Moments Before Stabbing Death

The ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ star died on June 3, following an ‘verbal altercation’ with his girlfriend’s son.

'Crocodile Hunter' Steve Irwin with his wife Terri Irwin, and daughter Bindi Irwin

Terri Irwin Shares Rare Photos From Making of ‘Crocodile Hunter’ Movie

Her and Steve Irwin’s daughter, Bindi, also reflected on the film, which premiered 24 years ago.

JURASSIC PARK, Sam Neill, Joseph Mazzello, Ariana Richards

‘Jurassic Park’ Child Stars Share Emotional Tributes After Sam Neill’s Death

Joseph Mazzello held back tears in a video, while Ariana Richards penned a heartfelt message.

John O'Hurley

‘Family Feud’ Host John O’Hurley Reveals Why He Left the Game Show

He helmed the series from 2006 to 2010, before Steve Harvey took over.

Melissa Gilbert on'Little House on the Prairie'

‘Little House on the Prairie’: Melissa Gilbert Reveals Most Progressive Episode

The Laura Ingalls Wilder actress also defended both the original show and the new Netflix series.

Huey Lewis

Huey Lewis Reveals He’s Done With Music After Going ‘Basically Deaf’

The ‘Power of Love’ singer, 76, opened up about his health in a new podcast interview.

Larry Birkhead, Anna Nicole Smith

Larry Birkhead Speaks Out Against Anna Nicole Smith Biopic

He and the Smith welcomed a daughter, Dannielynn, 19, before the Playboy model’s 2007 death.

Alison Arngrim in 'Little House on the Prairie'

‘Little House on the Prairie: Fans Go Wild as Alison Arngrim Appears in Reboot

The original Nellie Oleson actress was nearly unrecognizable in the surprise appearance.

Abbie Cornish, Anna Nicole Smith

Abbie Cornish Is Anna Nicole Smith in ‘Trust Me, I’m a Doctor’ First Look

The biopic is based on a book by Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, who was implicated in Smith’s 2007 death.

Bonnie Tyler

Bonnie Tyler Dies: Tributes Pour In for ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ Singer

The Welsh performer, known for her ’80s power ballads, was 75.

Elizabeth Short

Filmmakers Claim They Solved Black Dahlia Murder From 80 Years Ago

‘Deconstructing Dahlia’ filmmakers may have uncovered what happened to Elizabeth Short in 1947.

Jennifer Grey

Jennifer Grey Mourns Devastating Personal Loss in Heartfelt Tribute

Fans showered the ‘Dirty Dancing’ actress with condolences and prayers in a social media tribute.

Full House cast

‘Full House’ Star Jodie Sweetin Opens Up About Olsen Twins Relationship

The actress who played Stephanie Tanner also speculated on why the Olsens now prefer life out of the spotlight.

'Who's the Boss?' stars

Danny Pintauro Makes Candid Confession About ‘Who’s the Boss?’ 34 Years Later

The former child actor has ‘mixed feelings’ about playing Jonathan Bower in the sitcom, which aired from 1984 to 1992.

LAW & ORDER, Jesse L. Martin

Jesse L. Martin Recalls ‘Crazy Story’ of Booking ‘Law & Order’ Role Without Auditioning

He played Detective Ed Green in the series from 1999 to 2008.

Joby Baker, Good Morning World

Joby Baker Dies: ‘Good Morning World’ Star Was 92

The actor played a fictional radio DJ, David Lewis, in the ’60s sitcom.

Tommy Hunter

Tommy Hunter Dies: Legendary TV Host & Country Singer Was 89

The Canadian star hosted ‘The Tommy Hunter Show’ for 27 years from 1965 to 1992.

THE O.C., Peter Gallagher, Kelly Rowan

Peter Gallagher Has Rare ‘O.C.’ Reunion With TV Wife Kelly Rowan

Sandy and Kirsten Cohen are back together, nearly 20 years after the teen drama series ended.

Michael Byrne

Michael Byrne Dies at 82: Tributes Pour in for ‘Indiana Jones’ & ‘Harry Potter’ Actor

He memorably played villain Colonel Vogel in 1989’s ‘Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.’

Colleen Zenk, The Young and the Restless

‘Young and the Restless’ Star Colleen Zenk Arrested for DUI a Third Time

The actress, 73, played recurring villain Jordan Howard in the CBS soap opera.

Victor Willis of the Village People

Victor Willis Dies: Village People Lead Singer Was 75

The ‘Y.M.C.A.’ singer performed while dressed as a policeman and naval officer.

Tom Ligon

Tom Ligon Dies: ‘Young and the Restless’ Star Was 85

The actor played Lucas Lorenzo Prentiss in the late ’70s and early ’80s on the soap opera.

Peter Falk, Columbo

New Details Emerge in Peter Falk’s Daughter Jacqueline’s Death

Falk was best known for starring in the crime drama series ‘Columbo.’

Penelope Keith

Penelope Keith Dies: ‘The Good Life’ Actress Was 86

The BAFTA winner also appeared in ‘To the Manor Born.’