Blake Harper

Blake Harper is a contributing writer and editor at Fatherly, where he covers entertainment and news. Blake's focus as a writer is primarily covering movies and television, as he's written about the toxic masculinity of Johnny Bravo, why it would suck living in the MCU, and, of course, the psychological effects of a cartoon lion sparking your sexual awakening.

He also has written about sports, including the ethics of the mercy rule in little league and whether or not contact sports should be considered child abuse, along with interviewing Paul Pierce, Baron Davis, Eric Decker, and many others.

Blake has written and edited for a plethora of publications over his eight years in digital media, starting with the Santa Barbara Independent in 2014 before joining Fatherly in 2015. As a freelancer, Blake has contributed to Mel Magazine, Yahoo, Buzzfeed, All That's Interesting, Paste Magazine, and several other publications, covering everything from the streaming wars to the origins of the flat-earth conspiracy to investigating the logistics of Ferris Bueller's infamous day off.

He lives in Brooklyn, where he enjoys swimming laps at his local YMCA and hanging out on his roof as much as possible. He has a cat named Zebra whom he loves dearly despite being a total menace. He's probably going to start a podcast one of these days.

Entertainment

The 4 Best Sketches From the ‘SNL’ Mother’s Day Episode All Crushed

ByBlake Harper

Aidy Bryant anchored one of the funniest 'Mother's Day' skits in history.

Entertainment

Here’s Why HBO Max Is Beating Netflix In One Huge Way

ByBlake Harper

The streaming wars are heating up.

Gear

This Amazing 979 Piece Lego Thor Hammer Actually Can Smash Stuff

ByBlake Harper

Surprisingly sturdy. Are you worthy to wield it?

Entertainment

Netflix Is Getting Serious About Password Sharing and — Gasp! — Rolling Out Ads

ByBlake Harper

Is Netflix about to become awful?

News

Man’s Coworkers Threw Him Birthday Party at the Office. He Sued For $450,000

ByBlake Harper

When people say they don't want a party, maybe they're serious?

Entertainment

Natalie Portman Is Totally Jacked, Ready to Replace Thor in New ‘Love and Thunder’ Trailer

ByBlake Harper

The Portman hammer is coming down.

Entertainment

Who’s that Zookeeper? The 4 Most Hilarious Moments From Lizzo’s ‘SNL’

ByBlake Harper

Lizzo's 'Saturday Night Live' was equally parts sweet and raunchy.

Entertainment

Netflix Finally Fixes It's Biggest Problem With 'Stranger Things' Season 4

ByBlake Harper

It was officially confirmed that Netflix is abandoning its binging strategy and instead will be releasing the new season in two batches.

Entertainment

Chucky’s Back! These Are the 4 Best Sketches From Jake Gyllenhaal’s ‘SNL’

ByBlake Harper

Jake Gyllenhaal sang...Celine Dion?

Entertainment

RIP Estelle Harris: 5 Best Mrs. Constanza Moments From Seinfeld

ByBlake Harper

Estelle will always be remembered as the funniest mom in television history.

Entertainment

“Short Ass Movies” and the Best Sketches From Jerrod Carmichael’s ‘SNL’

ByBlake Harper

From baby clothes, to "The Slap," here's the funniest bits from the most recent 'Saturday Night Live.'

Old Friends

15 of the Very Best ’80s Cartoons and Where to Stream Them

ByBlake Harper

Reclaim your childhood with episodes of Inspector Gadget, He-Man, Ghostbusters, and more, all streaming online now.

Entertainment

RIP Taylor Hawkins: Liam Gallagher, Dave Grohl, and Millions Mourn the Foo Fighters Drummer

ByBlake Harper

Shortly after his death, countless fans and fellow musicians paid tribute to Hawkins online.

News

The Real Blippi is a Dad — And His Baby’s Name is Super Unique

ByBlake Harper

The icon of kid's entertainment has officially joined the Dad Club.

Entertainment

The 4 Funniest Moments from Zoë Kravitz’s ‘Saturday Night Live’

ByBlake Harper

Catwoman brought down the house.

Entertainment

The 4 Funniest Moments from Oscar Isaac’s Episode of ‘Saturday Night Live’

ByBlake Harper

From the opening monologue to a takedown of 'Paw Patrol,' Isaac was hysterical in his first time hosting.

Entertainment

Benedict Cumberbatch Says His Kids Keep Him “Grounded” As He Gets the Biggest Award Of His Life

ByBlake Harper

Dr. Strange has his priorities straight.

Entertainment

Disney’s $5,000 Star Wars Hotel Slammed as a “Windowless Bunker”

ByBlake Harper

Ready for a LARP vacation with tiny rooms?

News

This ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Wrong Answer for Jurassic Park Is Hilarious

ByBlake Harper

She missed out on $10,000 with one of the funniest incorrect responses in 'Wheel of Fortune' history.

Entertainment

‘Stranger Things’: Release Date, Cast Info, and Trailer for Season 4

ByBlake Harper

We finally know when the newest season of the hit series is coming to Netflix.