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Tomatometer-approved culture critic at Vogue, TIME, New York Times & elsewhere. Author & editor. I have a lot of opinions. Pay me to write about them 📩 [email protected] she/her scarlettwoman.com.au/about/ scarlettwoman.substack.com

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · Nov 17

It's one year since I interviewed DOLLY FREAKIN' PARTON! www.shondaland.com/inspire/book...

Dolly Parton on Her New Rock Album, New Book, and Fashion Advice: “It’s Important to Feel Comfortable in Your Own Skin”

The legendary singer-songwriter talks to Shondaland about her deep dive into rock music and her coffee-table fashion book, "Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones."

www.shondaland.com

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 13h

"'[Late night is a] hostile work environment but we are all so grateful to have a job,' one comedy writer says in what might be the most prescient line of all." time.com/7325127/elsb... via @time.com

Stephen Colbert’s Memorable Appearance on 'Elsbeth'

Stephen Colbert plays a late night host who winds up killed in the season 3 premiere of 'Elsbeth'

time.com

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 15h

I did!

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 15h

“It looks like your writers have the biggest balls in the world to have me on and murder me. Do it twice in one week—I’m fine!”—Stephen Colbert time.com/7325127/elsb... via @time.com

Stephen Colbert’s Memorable Appearance on 'Elsbeth'

Stephen Colbert plays a late night host who winds up killed in the season 3 premiere of 'Elsbeth'

time.com

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 1d

"If Colbert’s cancellation was qualified as a 'financial decision,' Kimmel’s suspension made it clear that a troubling precedent was being set for political censorship." time.com/7325127/elsb... via @time.com

Stephen Colbert’s Memorable Appearance on 'Elsbeth'

Stephen Colbert plays a late night host who winds up killed in the season 3 premiere of 'Elsbeth'

time.com

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 1d

Book 158: Women vs. Hollywood by @helenlohara.bsky.social

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 1d

"In further late night commotion, in the aftermath of conservative political commentator Charlie Kirk’s assassination on Sept. 10, late night host Jimmy Kimmel had his show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, suspended for six days after commentating on Kirk’s death." time.com/7325127/elsb... via @time.com

Stephen Colbert’s Memorable Appearance on 'Elsbeth'

Stephen Colbert plays a late night host who winds up killed in the season 3 premiere of 'Elsbeth'

time.com

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 1d

"The well-timed episode of #Elsbeth comes three months after it was announced that The Late Show would end with its current season, concluding in May 2026." time.com/7325127/elsb... via @time.com

Stephen Colbert’s Memorable Appearance on 'Elsbeth'

Stephen Colbert plays a late night host who winds up killed in the season 3 premiere of 'Elsbeth'

time.com

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 1d

I wrote about the Robert & Michelle King universe's uncanny habit for predicting the future, this time the late night controversy with Stephen Colbert's appearance on #Elsbeth time.com/7325127/elsb... via @time.com

Stephen Colbert’s Memorable Appearance on 'Elsbeth'

Stephen Colbert plays a late night host who winds up killed in the season 3 premiere of 'Elsbeth'

time.com

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steph harmon @stephharmon.bsky.social · 1d

Peter Combe goes hard: “Children are being slaughtered, on a daily basis, for almost two years. Our ability to ignore it astounds me. You can talk to any NGO, they all say the same thing – it’s a genocide ... I hope people aren’t surprised I feel the way I do." www.theguardian.com/music/2025/o...

The passion – and politics – of Peter Combe: ‘Children are wonderful critics because they’re very intolerant’

Wash Your Face in Orange Juice, Newspaper Mama, Toffee Apple … the children’s entertainer who has sold more than 1m albums and DVDs reflects on his 40-year career, childhood and speaking up

www.theguardian.com

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 1d

Watching The Family Stone used to be a Christmas tradition for a long time and I might just have to bring it back this year

a woman in a red shirt is decorating a christmas tree .

Alt: A brunette white woman in a red sweater decorating a Christmas tree .

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 2d

Yikes

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 2d

Would definitely read that from you!

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 2d

Ain't that the dream. What would it be about?

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 2d

👀

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 2d

RIP

Mark Harris @markharris.bsky.social · 2d

Terribly sad news about one of the greats. Diane Keaton has died at 79.
people.com/diane-keaton...

Diane Keaton, Famed for Roles in 'Father of the Bride,' 'First Wives Club' and More, Dies at 79 (Exclusive)

Diane Keaton has died at age 79. Keaton was best known for roles in movies like 'Annie Hall,' 'The First Wives Club,' 'Something's Gotta Give' and 'The Godfather.'

people.com

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 3d

Book 157: Claire McCardell - The Designer Who Set Women Free by @eedickinson.bsky.social

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 3d

"Some viewers might struggle to find empathy for Beckham in the series. After all, this is the woman who went viral for a clip from Beckham in which she admitted her family had a Rolls Royce when she was growing up. But rich girls have problems too" time.com/7324827/vict... via @time.com

A Netflix Docuseries Gives Victoria Beckham a Much Deserved Reassessment

The pop star-turned-fashion designer opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and finding her identity amid tabloid attention

time.com

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 4d

"Ultimately, she had to “shed the personas” of the pretentious pop star, artificial WAG and even unsmiling sourpuss (Beckham actually has quite the sense of humor)." time.com/7324827/vict... via @time.com

A Netflix Docuseries Gives Victoria Beckham a Much Deserved Reassessment

The pop star-turned-fashion designer opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and finding her identity amid tabloid attention

time.com

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 4d

“Of course there’s got to be a man behind [my fashion line], it couldn’t be a silly little pop star” time.com/7324827/vict... via @time.com

A Netflix Docuseries Gives Victoria Beckham a Much Deserved Reassessment

The pop star-turned-fashion designer opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and finding her identity amid tabloid attention

time.com

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 4d

I prefer Work It which was way down the list. I was about to have a conniption when Britney didn't show up til #7, and I'm surprised that Beyonce's entire discography wasn't included in the list

Rolling Stone @rollingstone.com · 5d

Rolling Stone crowns Missy Elliott's "Get Ur Freak On" as the #1 GREATEST SONG OF THE 21ST CENTURY SO FAR 👑

"It was a nonstop freak manifesto that made the musical future sound limitless."

Ranked list: www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 4d

This is interesting. The air freshener in my primary school best friend's mum's car gave me a migraine and I had to get to my high school psych class late in order to scope out where someone who used overpowering lychee shampoo was sitting to avoid her
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

I’m sensitive to the scents my children’s friend brings into the house. What do I do?

You can set boundaries for your health in our perfume-obsessed world – but you should be extra considerate

www.theguardian.com

Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 4d

"Despite the irony of her preoccupation with designer labels designating her as the stuffy one in the Spice Girls, she was met with scorn by the fashion establishment." time.com/7324827/vict... via @time.com

A Netflix Docuseries Gives Victoria Beckham a Much Deserved Reassessment

The pop star-turned-fashion designer opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and finding her identity amid tabloid attention

time.com

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Erin Biba @erinbiba.bsky.social · 4d

LMAOOOOO

A bunch of comedians tried to make up for their participation in the Riyadh comedy festival by donating their pay to Human Rights Watch and Human rights Watch was like “nah bitch we don’t want your dirty blood money” 😂😂 I’m dying

Human Rights Watch Doesn’t Want Any Riyadh Comedy Festival Money

Taking money from those who took money from Saudi Arabia would impact perception of the org’s independence.

www.vulture.com

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Vulture @vulture.com · 4d

David Del Rio, Billy Martinez, on the CBS legal drama ‘Matlock’ was fired and escorted off set following an investigation into an incident involving a female co-star.

Matlock Actor Fired Following Sexual Assault Allegation

David Del Rio, Billy Martinez, on the CBS legal drama ‘Matlock’ was fired and escorted off set following an investigation into an incident involving a female co-star.

www.vulture.com

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · 4d

I just solved @vulture.com's Crossword in 3 minutes and 32 seconds. Can you beat my time? www.vulture.com/article/dail...

The MI5 Puzzle

20-Across, Four Letters: Song title for Kelly Rowland, Ciara, Iggy Azalea, or Rihanna