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Caroline Framke

Caroline Framke

Former Staff Writer

    Latest articles by Caroline Framke

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    How Planet Earth II filmed its thrilling “Snake Island” chase sceneHow Planet Earth II filmed its thrilling “Snake Island” chase scene
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    Capturing the terrible thrills of life and death in the animal kingdom, explained.

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    After 33 seasons, ABC’s Bachelor franchise casts its first black BacheloretteAfter 33 seasons, ABC’s Bachelor franchise casts its first black Bachelorette
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    Rachel Lindsay will also be the series’ first black lead, period.

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    No one had more fun at the Grammys than RihannaNo one had more fun at the Grammys than Rihanna
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    She didn’t win any trophies, but she put on a masterclass in how get through an awards show.

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    Adele at the Grammys: “I can’t possibly accept this award … my life is Beyoncé.”Adele at the Grammys: “I can’t possibly accept this award … my life is Beyoncé.”
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    After 25 beat Lemonade in a major Album of the Year upset, Adele turned her acceptance speech into a Beyoncé tribute.

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    Grammys 2017: Bruno Mars and The Time let loose on an electric tribute to PrinceGrammys 2017: Bruno Mars and The Time let loose on an electric tribute to Prince
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    Mars donned a glittery version of Prince’s iconic purple blazer and performed a guitar riff truly befitting of the Purple One.

    By Caroline Framke
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    Girls season 6: HBO’s comedy hasn’t grown up yet, but at least it knows what it wantsGirls season 6: HBO’s comedy hasn’t grown up yet, but at least it knows what it wants
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    The final season opens with the show’s signature paradoxical cocktail of narcissism and self-reflection.

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    Katy Perry’s 2017 Grammys performance had a clear message: “Persist”Katy Perry’s 2017 Grammys performance had a clear message: “Persist”
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    Perry’s new single “Chained to the Rhythm” is more political than it sounds.

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    Jane the Virgin has never shied away from big twists. So what makes its latest so special?Jane the Virgin has never shied away from big twists. So what makes its latest so special?
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    The shocking developments of “Chapter Fifty-Four” make looking backward just as fun as moving forward.

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    MoMA’s subtle act of protest against Trump is a quiet but powerful show of resistanceMoMA’s subtle act of protest against Trump is a quiet but powerful show of resistance
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    The museum’s adjustments to a popular exhibit make it impossible to ignore the people behind the pieces.

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    A top Hollywood agency has canceled its Oscars party to throw a refugee rally. That’s a big deal.A top Hollywood agency has canceled its Oscars party to throw a refugee rally. That’s a big deal.
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    UTA, which represents Oscar-nominated Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi, is putting its money where its mouth is.

    By Caroline Framke