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, and has been twice nominated for National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. Prior to joining Variety in 2021, he wrote for publications such as Pitchfork, Nylon and MTV News. Shanfeld graduated from Northwestern University with a double degree in journalism and legal studies. He is based in New York City.
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
95%
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- The author has a high overall bias score due to the lack of contradictions and conflicts of interest in their reporting.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
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- There is a potential conflict of interest in the article about Carl Weathers, where the author highlights his nomination for an Emmy Award but does not mention any other awards or nominations.
Contradictions
85%
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- The only contradiction found was in the article about Mamie Laverock, where the author repeated information from a source instead of rephrasing it.
Deceptions
75%
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- The author engaged in minor deceptive practices in the article about Carl Weathers, where they implied that he had a significant role in The Mandalorian and that he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his work on the show.
Recent Articles
Bob Dylan: From Struggling Musician to Global Icon - An Intriguing Journey
Broke On: Wednesday, 24 July 2024Bob Dylan's transformative journey from struggling musician to global icon left an indelible mark on folk and rock music. 
Bruce Springsteen: From Working-Class Background to $1.1 Billion Net Worth after Selling Music Catalog
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Bruce Springsteen, nicknamed 'The Boss,' saw his net worth soar to an estimated $1.1 billion after selling his music catalog to Sony for $500-$550 million in 2021. Raised in a working-class family, Springsteen's music career took off with the release of his debut album in 1973. 
Bruce Springsteen: From Working-Class New Jersey to Billionaire Rock Icon
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Bruce Springsteen, 'The Boss,' made history as a billionaire with an estimated $1.1bn net worth from album sales to Sony and successful global tours. Raised in a working-class family, he debuted in 1973 and has since sold over 140mn albums, won 20 Grammys, an Oscar, a Tony Award, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 
Jon Landau, Visionary Film Producer of 'Titanic' and 'Avatar', Passes Away at 63
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 July 2023Renowned film producer Jon Landau, known for hits like 'Titanic' and 'Avatar', passed away at 63 after a battle with cancer. A USC alum, he won an Academy Award for Best Picture for Titanic and produced Avatar franchise films. Survived by wife Julie and children Jamie and Jodie. 
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.