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Julia Melim

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Julia Melim is a writer, reporter and comedian originally from Brazil who became more well-known as the TV Host for Hollywood TV, where she interviewed hundreds of celebrities on the red carpet and lifestyle host for CBS and Paramount Plus. Most recently, she worked as the lifestyle host and producer for CBS’s lifestyle show “City Guide,” where she visited the best places to go and things to do in the city.

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Duetti Celebrates the Grammys 2026

by Julia Melim February 5, 2026
written by Julia Melim

Duetti celebrated The 68th Grammy Awards that took place in Los Angeles, bringing out a crowd at the Hollywood Roosevelt. Music industry’s highest honor brought out new artists dancing to DJ sets by NOODLES & KITTYSAYWORD.

The Grammys made history this year when Bad Bunny took home Best Album of the Year as the first Spanish language album to win the honor for “Debi Tirar Más Fotos.” It is a great year for Latinos – celebrating Bad Bunny win with heart and soul, while embracing his true identity.

The song alludes to his relationship with his grandfather and his Puerto Rico heritage, meaning that we should take more pictures of those moments so we don’t miss them. It’s a bittersweet song, nostalgic of his time growing up in Puerto Rico and at the same time, not wanting to take photos to be present in the moment.

 

Photographer: Kevin Adorno of LA Poetry Department

Album Of The Year winner:

“DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS”

Bad Bunny

 

Record Of The Year winner:

“luther”

Kendrick Lamar With SZA

 

Song Of The Year winner:

“WILDFLOWER”
Billie Eilish O’Connell & Finneas O’Connell, songwriters (Billie Eilish)
Best New Artist winner:
“Olivia Dean”

 

 

 

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TikTok Awards Top Trends: New Era. New Icons.

by Julia Melim January 6, 2026
written by Julia Melim

For the first time ever TikTok celebrated the top trends of the year at the inaugural TikTok Awards in the US, where the creators who defined the year were officially crowned. After a night filled with show-stopping moments, creator highlights, and your votes leading the way, they revealed the standout voices and talents who defined TikTok recognizing the top creators of the year – and in case you missed it here’s a recap of 2025’s top trends so you can get inspired this year.

Hosted by actress, producer, entrepreneur, and author La La Anthony at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, the TikTok Awards US brought creators together for an unforgettable night. Presenters, including Paris Hilton, Jordan Chiles, and Josh Richards, helped honor the innovators driving culture forward on TikTok.

The TikTok Awards brought together a community of more than 170 million viewers in the US to celebrate the creators who shaped culture across food, fashion, entertainment, sports, learning, and more. This inaugural ceremony marked a new era of recognition on TikTok, honoring those who turned creativity into real cultural impact. If you missed it LIVE, the ceremony is available on demand tomorrow on Tubi, the official streaming partner of the TikTok Awards 2025.

The TikTok community across the US had their voices heard, with millions of votes cast, and were thrilled to recognize the winners of the TikTok Awards US 2025. In one of the evening’s most exciting surprises, Mr. Fantasy emerged from the audience, taking the mic with his signature eccentric charm before inviting a fan to collab with him onstage.

Across the night, the Palladium turned into a living FYP for the audience in the room:

  • Labubu Cannon sent plush collectibles soaring into the crowd, triggering full-room FOMO and playful chaos.
  • Creator Collab Cam paired unexpected creator duos for spontaneous selfie linkups.
  • FYP Food Drop delivered 2025’s biggest food trends directly to creators’ hands, spotlighting the dishes that dominated TikTok this year.

TikTok Awards US 2025 Winners:

Creator of the Year: Keith Lee

@keith_lee125

TikTok is proud to celebrate the spirit of our Creator of the Year winner, Keith Lee, who uses his platform to uplift small businesses, address food insecurity, and create positive, real-world impact, by contributing a $50K donation that will help Feeding America directly support communities in need across the country. TikTok’s donation will provide half a million meals to families through their nationwide network of food banks, statewide food bank associations, food pantries, and meal programs.

Rising Star of the Year (sponsored by e.l.f. Cosmetics)

@findjeremiah

Breakthrough Artist of the Year

@alexwarren

Storyteller of the Year

@tinekeyounger

Muse of the Year

@parishilton

@tiktok

Sliving for our Muse of the Year, @ParisHilton, thank you for inspiring us always ✨

♬ original sound – TikTok

 

TikTok for Good Award

@valentinebrothers

My Show is On Award [Film & TV]

@dayanechrissel

MVP of the Year [Sports]

@mariahcrose

Okay Slay Award [Fashion/Beauty]

@katiefanggg

I Was Today Years Old Award (sponsored by H&R Block)

@lawbymike

Immediately Added To Cart Award (presented by TikTok Shop)

@klothesminded

CapCut Creator of the Year

@recider

TikTok LIVE Creator of the Year

@eliesparzaa

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Bone Lake’s Spooky Season Twist

by Julia Melim October 7, 2025
written by Julia Melim

Bleecker Street’s Bone Lake is an unusual horror film that offers a different take on relationships with a twist. Directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan, it explores the dynamic of a couple who are having relationship troubles, played by Maddie Hasson and Marco Pigossi, as they go on a weekend getaway.

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Lilith Fair: Building a Mistery – The Untold Story

by Julia Melim October 7, 2025
written by Julia Melim

Lilith Fair was the first all-women music festival that launched the careers of music icons like Christina Aguilera, Erykah Badu, Brandi Carlile, Sheryl Crow, and Jewel, hosted and conceived by Sarah McLachlan.

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TYRA BANKS HOSTS COYOTE UGLY 25TH REUNION TO BENEFIT GEM 2025

by Julia Melim March 21, 2025
written by Julia Melim

Tyra Banks showed she still got it when she brought back her moves from Coyote Ugly and reunited with her fellow “coyotes” at the 25th Anniversary screening to benefit Global Empowerment Mission.

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The Gemstones Reunite for One Last Season

by Julia Melim March 20, 2025
written by Julia Melim

The nine-episode and final season of the HBO Original Series THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES premiered MARCH 9 on HBO and is now available to stream on Max. The series tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season, the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.

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Debbie Durkin Creates New Memories

by Julia Melim March 9, 2025
written by Julia Melim

Veteran producer Debbie Durkin hosted her 18th annual ECOLUXE Luxury Lounge to benefit firefighters, LA Fire victims, and Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue Ranch (50 1c3 non-profit), at a private residence in the heart of Beverly Hills.

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It’s Christmas in Hollywood!

by Julia Melim December 9, 2024
written by Julia Melim

The Hollywood Christmas Parade officially kicks off Holiday Season, and it’s celebrating its 92nd year of holiday fun!

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Día De Los Muertos Celebrates Life at Hollywood Forever

by Julia Melim October 28, 2024
written by Julia Melim

Hollywood Forever’s Day of the Dead Celebration has been a beloved tradition for over two decades, paying tribute to the vibrant customs and rituals of Día De Los Muertos.

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Netflix’s ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ Kicks Off Season 3!

by Julia Melim October 18, 2024
written by Julia Melim

Mickey Haller (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), an iconoclastic idealist, runs his law practice out of the back seat of his Lincoln, as he takes on cases big and small across the expansive city of Los Angeles.

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Here comes the bride! HBO Max hosted an exclusive Here comes the bride! HBO Max hosted an exclusive “Peggy’s Bridal Luncheon” celebration and advance screening for Season 4 of The Gilded Age at the Central Park Boathouse. The day showcased an exclusive cast conversation featuring cast members Denée Benton, Cynthia Nixon and Jessica Frances Dukes, alongside executive producers Sonja Warfield, executive producer Davita Scarlett, co-executive producer and lead historian Dr. Erica Armstrong Dunbar, plus special guests Brittany Packnett Cunningham, founder and creator of Da Gild, and Stephanie L. Young, original Da Gild member and host of Parlor Talk. 

Peggy Scott’s wedding episode inspired an afternoon that brought together leading Black women and tastemakers who enjoyed a party that presented Black-owned businesses including Brooklyn Blooms, BCakeNY, The Oyster Lover, Pastry Box and Gladys Bookshop, and celebrated artist Bre Andy. #gildedage #hbo #hbomax #peggyscott #wedding
A good night calls for a good red carpet. The Kno A good night calls for a good red carpet.

The Knockturnal caught up with the cast of Peacock’s highly anticipated limited series The Good Daughter on the red carpet to talk about the show, bringing its characters to life, and what audiences can expect from the gripping new drama.

The Good Daughter premieres November 12, 2026, on Peacock.
Perched above the waterfront, The Rooftop at Excha Perched above the waterfront, The Rooftop at Exchange Place offers a dining experience with a view.

Located on the upper floors of Hyatt House Jersey City, the destination pairs an intimate, inviting atmosphere with sweeping views of the New York City skyline. From a cozy dinner for two to an evening of cocktails and conversation with friends, the space offers a setting suited for every occasion.

As the seasons change, so does the menu. The restaurant recently unveiled its new fall offerings, featuring seasonal cocktails and autumn-inspired flavors that bring a taste of the season to the table.

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Photo Courtesy: Rooftop at Exchange Place
The Knockturnal is letting the cat out of the bag! The Knockturnal is letting the cat out of the bag! 🐱🎩

We caught up with the cast of the new animated film The Cat in the Hat, including Bill Hader, America Ferrera, Xochitl Gomez, and Quinta Brunson, to talk all things creativity, imagination, and bringing a beloved story to life.

Creativity was the common thread throughout the conversation, and it’s a lesson at the heart of the film, reminding its youngest audiences that imagination has no limits.

The Cat in the Hat is now playing in theaters and IMAX.

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The holidays have arrived in New York City, and Br The holidays have arrived in New York City, and Bryant Park is giving the season a dazzling welcome.

The Knockturnal was among the first to experience the park’s glittering transformation during an exclusive VIP evening, where twinkling lights, festive cocktails, live music, and a touch of holiday magic set the scene for the season ahead.

With the city aglow and the holiday spirit in full swing, Bryant Park is giving New Yorkers every reason to make the season merry and bright.

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Photo Courtesy: Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park
There are house parties, and then there are partie There are house parties, and then there are parties in a former Hollywood legend’s mansion…

T-Mobile took over actress Bette Davis’s West Hollywood residence, transforming it into T-Mix House, an invitation-only soirée filled with celebrity sightings, fabulous food, flowing cocktails and enough activities to keep guests entertained well past the first hello. 

The occasion was the launch of T-Mix, T-Mobile’s new wireless offering that gives customers something they’ve rarely had when choosing a phone plan… options.

Turns out, wireless has quite the social life.

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Photos courtesy of Savion Washington/Getty Images for T-Mobile
South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, and produc South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, and producer BIG Naughty (Seo Dong-hyeon) is known for his genre-blending approach to making music, and “Nostalgia” is yet another entry into his distinctive discography. 

The artist reflected on what “Nostalgia” means to him and what the road ahead looks like in an exclusive interview with The Knockturnal. 

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Photo courtesy of H1GHR MUSIC RECORDS
Vintage glamour met wearable fashion as Stacey Ben Vintage glamour met wearable fashion as Stacey Bendet’s collaboration with Coca-Cola launched at The Little Shop in New York City.

Stacey Bendet, CEO and founder of Alice + Olivia, and Coca-Cola both understand one thing: the power of nostalgia. The two brands, working in close collaboration for over a year, celebrated the 140th anniversary of the classic American beverage with a 21-piece capsule collection.

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From vintage Armani tailoring to Gucci loafers, th From vintage Armani tailoring to Gucci loafers, the second half of Rivals Season 2 is arriving in effortless style, but as this cast knows best, every designer accessory comes with its fair share of drama.

The Knockturnal caught up with the cast of the series to discuss what’s ahead in the second half of Season 2, their characters’ evolving storylines, and the fashion that brings Rutshire to life.

The critically acclaimed season returns with new episodes on Wednesday, November 11th, with a three-episode premiere on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ in the U.S.

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A new kind of wireless experience calls for a nigh A new kind of wireless experience calls for a night out…

The Knockturnal joined T-Mobile to celebrate the launch of T-Mix, the first wireless program with unlocked benefits.

An evening of elevated vibes, exciting experiences, and a house party that brought the energy from start to finish.

@TMobile #TMobile
Things got a little sweeter after dark as Oreo too Things got a little sweeter after dark as Oreo took over Black Tap’s private lounge at the Kixby Hotel.

The After Dark party gave guests a first taste of Espresso Creme-flavored Oreo Thins, a bold new addition set to debut exclusively online for a limited time. Black Tap brought the flavor to the table with its own decadent spin, serving up Espresso Creme milkshakes and signature CrazyShakes.

A little espresso-inspired indulgence made for a memorable night.

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There’s a new name to remember in New York’s dinin There’s a new name to remember in New York’s dining scene: GIUK.

Owner Matae Lee introduces GIUK, a Korean-American bistro bringing a fresh perspective to Flatiron’s dining landscape.

Taking its name from 기억 (pronounced “gi-eok”), the Korean word for memory, GIUK draws inspiration from the idea of creating lasting impressions.

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While mezcal and tequila have been at the forefron While mezcal and tequila have been at the forefront of cocktails over the years, another historic Mexican spirit has quietly been earning its seat at the bar…

Chihuahua-crafted Casa Lotos took over West Village cocktail spot Dear Strangers on West 4th Street to officially kick off Sotol Week and launch El Camino Norteño, a nationwide cocktail trail spanning five major US cities.

The experience made one thing clear: sotol is a spirit worth getting to know.

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Photo Courtesy: Casa Lotos
Art, fashion, and a little after-party magic came Art, fashion, and a little after-party magic came together for one unforgettable evening…

Ukrainian-born artist Karina Lumière welcomed guests to an immersive celebration of her expressive artwork, where bold colors and abstract forms invited endless interpretations. From chic fashion and elegant bites to margaritas and dancing, the evening brought together art, style, and unforgettable moments.

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Soaring ceilings and a softly illuminated bar, lin Soaring ceilings and a softly illuminated bar, lined with an extensive selection of spirits, set an effortlessly chic tone during Delphine Brasserie’s opening week.

Delphine Brasserie is now open inside Ace Hotel NoMad, the latest French brasserie in a busy fall opening season for New York. 

The ambiance evokes old Parisian nostalgia, blending modern fixtures with vintage allure.

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Photo Courtesy: Kateryna Melnychuk
A voice in the booth, a character on screen, see h A voice in the booth, a character on screen, see how Tituss Burgess makes the magic happen in between! 🐱🌀⭐️

Ever wonder how a voice brings an animated character to life? 

The Knockturnal is excited to let the cat out of the bag and share this exclusive look at @warnerbros @catinthehatmovie ! As part of the film’s From Booth to Screen series, go behind the scenes with @instatituss and step inside the recording booth to see how Tituss’ performance transforms from voice to animation.

Watch the exclusive clip and get a sneak peek at the creative process behind the film!

See #TheCatInTheHat - only in theaters November 6.
“I am honored to be here with this group of women “I am honored to be here with this group of women who are so intrepid and such an inspiration.”

Those were the words of Meryl Streep as she introduced a special screening of My Undesirable Friends: Part II – Exile at New York City’s Film Forum on November 1.

The Oscar winner introduced Chapters One through Three alongside filmmaker Julia Loktev and protagonists Ksenia Mironova and Elena Kostyuchenko. Streep also serves as an executive producer on the series alongside Laura Poitras.

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Beginning their culinary story in a small kitchen Beginning their culinary story in a small kitchen in Croatia, the founders of Boogie Bakery & Bistro grew tired of watching consumers settle for subpar bread. They returned to the fundamentals of traditional breadmaking with just a few essential ingredients: water, flour, and salt.

What began as a simple commitment to better bread evolved into a larger culinary vision rooted in authenticity, craftsmanship, and a passion for thoughtfully made food.

Now, they’re bringing that same mission to the United States, introducing their foundational recipes and culinary philosophy to Washington Heights with the opening of Boogie Bakery & Bistro.

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As if The Frick Collection on the Upper East Side As if The Frick Collection on the Upper East Side wasn’t beautiful enough, the museum was electrified on Sunday evening with Anthony Roth Costanzo’s brilliant operatic vocals.

In celebration of the opera singer’s new book and companion album, both named Countertenor, Costanzo performed with an ensemble led by Dan Schlosberg as part of The Frick’s 2026-2027 concert season. 

With his expansive vocal range, Costanzo’s vocals rang through the museum as he sang music spanning avant-gardist Klaus Nomi’s “You Don’t Own Me,” to an aria from Philip Glass’s classic Einstein on the Beach.

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A Wicked billboard catches your attention, while T A Wicked billboard catches your attention, while Times Square’s bright lights stare right back at you. You can even catch a glimpse of Central Park, adding another recognizable landmark to the cityscape.

Perched 33 stories above Times Square, VOCO Roofbar offers stunning NYC skyline views, creative cocktails, and globally inspired bites.

Open daily from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m., VOCO Roofbar gives locals and visitors another reason to look up. When Broadway is your backdrop, the evening already has a pretty spectacular opening act.

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