Ethan Shanfeld
Ethan Shanfeld is an associate web editor at Variety where he covers entertainment and media. He has written about the film, television and music industries for both Variety.com and the weekly print magazine. Shanfeld has penned cover stories on The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Steve Lacy, demonstrating his expertise in the entertainment industry news reporting. Shanfeld graduated from Northwestern University with a double degree in journalism and legal studies before joining Variety in 2021. He has also written for publications such as Pitchfork, Nylon, and MTV News. Based in New York City, Shanfeld's work can be frequently found on the Variety website.
Biography:
https://variety.com/author/ethan-shanfeld/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
90%
Examples:
- In one instance, the author incorrectly stated that Carl Weathers was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his work in The Mandalorian when he was not.
- The author occasionally highlights an individual's awards or nominations, potentially implying undue significance.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- However, it should be noted that this was only mentioned in one out of the eight articles analyzed.
- In one instance, the author mentioned their own personal preferences and experiences (e.g., loving cinema and science fiction) which could be seen as a conflict of interest.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- Another instance of contradiction was found in the article about Mamie Laverock where the author mentioned she fell five stories from a balcony but later stated she sustained life-threatening injuries, implying a possible confusion between falling from versus being pushed off a balcony.
- In one article, the author contradicted themselves by stating that Carl Weathers played a significant role in The Mandalorian when he only had a sparing appearance.
Deceptions
50%
Examples:
- In another instance, the author claimed to have been forced to watch Dune: Part Two by his editor when in reality, he had already seen and enjoyed Dune.
- The author misrepresented the role of Carl Weathers in The Mandalorian by implying he had a significant role when he did not.
Recent Articles
Ian McKellen Hospitalized After Falling Off Stage During 'Henry IV, Parts One and Two' Performance
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024Renowned British actor Ian McKellen, 85, fell off the stage during a performance of 'Henry IV, Parts One and Two' at London's Noel Coward Theatre on June 17, 2024. The incident occurred during a fight scene involving the Prince of Wales and Henry Percy. McKellen was playing Sir John Falstaff and is expected to make a full recovery. 
The Baldwins: A Reality Show Bringing the Ups and Downs of Alec and Hilaria's Family Life to TLC in 2025
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024The Baldwins, Alec and Hilaria, are set to premiere their new reality show on TLC in 2025. The couple, who share seven children and have faced controversies in the past, invite viewers into their home for an unprecedented look into their family life. Filmed before Alec's upcoming manslaughter trial, the series will showcase the 'good, bad, wild and crazy' moments of their lives. 
Actress Mamie Laverock Critically Injured After Falling from Hospital Balcony: GoFundMe Surpasses $12,000 in Donations
Broke On: Saturday, 11 May 2024Actress Mamie Laverock, 19, known for her role on Hallmark's 'When Calls the Heart,' is critically injured after falling from a hospital balcony. Her parents shared the news on a GoFundMe page, revealing she fell five stories and underwent multiple surgeries. Co-stars Erin Krakow and Johannah Newmarch have rallied support, with over $12,000 raised so far. 
Hiroyuki Sanada to Return for Potential Second Season of FX's Hit Series Shogun
Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024Hiroyuki Sanada, star and producer of FX's successful limited series Shogun, has signed on for a potential second season. With 9 million views across Hulu, Disney+ and Star within its first six days, Shogun is FX's most-watched general entertainment series internationally and the No. 1 FX premiere on streaming platforms. Sanada's character, Lord Yoshii Toranaga, is crucial for any continuation of the story. The decision to move Shogun from limited series to drama categories for Emmy submissions could impact this year's race against shows like The Crown and The Morning Show. 
Dune: Part Two - A Darker Role for Religion and Antihero Territory
Broke On: Friday, 01 March 2024Dune: Part Two is a sequel to the 2019 film Dune directed by Denis Villeneuve. The story follows Paul Atreides and his mother Lady Jessica as they continue their fight for survival on Arrakis after House Atreides' fall in the first film. In this adaptation, religion plays a darker role than it did in the book, creating a meatier role for Zendaya's Chani and providing a clearer path for Paul to descend into antihero territory. 
Carl Weathers: From NFL to Hollywood, a Life Well-Lived at 76
Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024Carl Weathers, a former NFL player and Hollywood star known for his roles in the Rocky movies and Predator, has passed away at age 76. He also taught golf in Happy Gilmore. Fortnite Festival: A New Rhythm-Based Game Mode
Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023Fortnite Festival is a new rhythm-based game mode within Fortnite, developed by Epic Games in collaboration with Harmonix. The game mode offers two tracks: a Free track and a Premium track that costs 1,800 V-Bucks. The Weeknd is the face of the inaugural season, with players able to choose his avatar and play some of his songs. The festival will also include songs from artists such as Alice Cooper, Imagine Dragons, Lady Gaga, Linkin Park, and Toto.