Katie Ranno - Looper

Location

New York

School

Herkimer College
SUNY Oswego
St. John's University

Expertise

Marvel Cinematic Universe, Stranger Things, Night Court

• Katie helped to launch an entertainment news segment while producing morning news in Albany, NY.
• She has been attending pop culture conventions since 2016, and enjoys attending panels about the Marvel Cinematic Universe and 1980s pop culture.
• For seven years, Katie was a volunteer judge for the Broadcast Education Association's Festival of Media Arts, judging news features produced by college students.

Experience

Katie has been working in the media industry since 2012, gaining experience in radio, TV news, web, and print. She started her career while earning her associate's degree, working as a radio board operator and freelance writer. She spent nearly five years producing morning news, where she started to focus on her passion for entertainment journalism by writing entertainment news and producing celebrity interviews. Katie joined Static Media as a freelancer in 2022 and is so excited to continue sharing her passion for pop culture with other fans.

Education

Katie has an associate's degree in Digital Filmmaking from Herkimer College, a bachelor's degree in Broadcasting and Mass Communication from SUNY Oswego, and a master's degree in Library and Information Science from St. John's University.

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Stories By Katie Ranno

• The Final Texts Actors Sent Before They Died

  The last text shared by a loved one can be a heartbreaking yet treasured memento for their friends and family, and the same is true for beloved celebrities.

• Whatever Happened To 7th Heaven's David Gallagher?

  David Gallagher has kept his successful entertainment career going after bidding farewell to "7th Heaven." Here's what he's been up to recently.

• The Ballad Of Songbirds And Snakes Sequel - Will It Ever Happen?

  "The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes" proved that "The Hunger Games" franchise still has audience appeal -- but where will it go from here?

• Small Details You Missed In The Frasier Reboot

  Season 1 of the "Frasier" reboot on Paramont+ has many callbacks to Kelsey Grammer's antics on "Cheers" and "Frasier." Here are the small details you missed.

• Whatever Happened To Alyson Stoner?

  Alyson Stoner has been working in the entertainment industry since they were just a little kid -- here's what they've been up to lately.

• What Happened To Rick Hoffman After Suits?

  "Suits" may no longer be making new episodes, but fan favorite cast member Rick Hoffman has stayed busier than ever since the series ended.

• How Friends Transformed Jennifer Aniston Forever

  Jennifer Aniston almost didn't play Rachel Green on "Friends." It all worked out, of course, and the show forever altered the course of her career.

• Whatever Happened To The Models On The Price Is Right?

  "The Price Is Right" has featured beautiful models showing off luxurious prizes since 1972. Here's what some of them have been up to since leaving the show.

• How To Get Away With Murder: How Many Episodes Are There In Total?

  "How to Get Away with Murder" was a critically-acclaimed series. New and potential viewers may wonder how many episodes were in the series.

• Leonard's Reaction To Joe Manganiello's Big Bang Theory Cameo Makes No Sense

  Joe Manganiello made a fun cameo as himself on "The Big Bang Theory," and Leonard's reaction to meeting the actor will confuse audiences.

• What Cool Runnings Gets Wrong About The Real-Life Jamaican Bobsled Team

  In a Reddit AMA, Dudley "Tal" Stokes shared how "Cool Runnings" took creative liberties when it came to the Jamaican bobsled team in the 1988 Winter Ollympics.

• Harry Potter: Who Plays Luna Lovegood?

  Luna Lovegood is one of the most memorable characters in the "Harry Potter" franchise. Here's who plays her in the movies.

• Days Of Our Lives: Who Plays The Latest Philip & Why Is He Familiar To Soap Fans?

  John-Paul Lavoisier is back on "Days of Our Lives" as Philip Kiriakis, and you may also recognize him for his long-running role on another soap opera.

• Are The Theater Ghost Lights In Only Murders In The Building Season 3 Real?

  Season 3, Episode 6, of "Only Murders in the Buildings" features ghost lights, which are intended to keep spirits away. Do these lights have a real-life basis?

• Shark Tank: How To Watch Without Cable

  Do you want to get into "Shark Tank" but can't watch the show on cable? Here's where you can watch the reality series online.

• Game Of Thrones: How Many Episodes Are There In Total?

  Are you looking to start your "Game of Thrones" journey? Here's how many episodes you'll have to watch over the show's eight seasons.

• The Best Family Dinner Scene In Blue Bloods Season 7

  The Reagan family dinner scene from "Blue Bloods" Season 7, Episode 9 stands out as that season's best for a number of reasons, including its heart and humor.

• Who Plays Crowley On Supernatural?

  Over the course of 70 "Supernatural" episodes, Mark Sheppard stole the show as Crowley, the demon who forms an on-and-off alliance with Sam and Dean Winchester.

• Owen Wilson's Loki Leak That Earned Him His First Marvel Strike

  "Loki" star Owen Wilson recalls when he received a warning from Marvel Studios after he revealed a seemingly insignificant detail about his character's look.

• The Star Wars Movie That Almost Killed Harrison Ford

  Harrison Ford had an on-set accident while filming "Star Wars" that could have killed him, according to a prosecutor during the subsequent court case.

• Bullet Train: The Hilarious Percy Jackson Easter Egg You Likely Missed

  "Bullet Train" viewers might have missed the sneaky reference to "Percy Jackson" during a scene featuring the films' lead star, Logan Lerman.

• The Star Trek Character You Likely Forgot Ashley Judd Played

  Before becoming a certified box-office draw in the 1990s, Ashley Judd played Ensign Robin Lefler in two episodes of "Star Trek: The Next Generation."

• Why The Big Bang Theory Episode Featuring Star Trek's LeVar Burton Is Important

  "Star Trek" actor LeVar Burton made cameos on "The Big Bang Theory" as a fictionalized version of himself, highlighting a friendship with Sheldon.

• Storage Wars: Whatever Happened To Barry Weiss' Spin-Off Barry'd Treasure?

  In between stints on "Storage Wars," Barry Weiss had a short-lived spin-off series called "Barry'd Treasure." How long did this show last and why did it end?

• Hell's Kitchen: Rules That Every Contestant Has To Follow

  "Hell's Kitchen" fans know just how brutal the show can be. What longtime viewers may not know are the rules every contestant has to follow.

• Hallmark: Will There Be Any More Hannah Swensen Mysteries Cooked Up Soon?

  After the long wait between "Sweet Revenge" and "Carrot Cake Murder," fans are wondering whether there will be any more Hannah Swensen mysteries cooked up soon.

• The Rookie Vs. Castle: Nathan Fillion Finally Settles A Huge Fan Debate

  Nathan FIllion finally settles a huge fan debate regarding his characters in both "Castle" and "The Rookie." Here's what the actor had to say.

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