Emilie Leclerc is an exciting up-and-coming actress who’s transitioning from the stage to the screen. Currently, she can be seen starring in her biggest television role to date as the powerful multifaceted witch Izadora on Freeform’s must-see new sci-fi drama Motherland: Fort Salem. Set in an alternate America where witches ended their persecution three hundred years ago by cutting an agreement to fight for their government, Motherland: Fort Salem follows three recruits who go from basic training in combat magic to early deployment. It’s a project that means a great
PipoBeats (otherwise known as Filippo Gabella) is a rising pop artist who’s always believed that anything is possible as long as you’re clear about what you want and are willing to work at it each and every day. That belief was proven true when he got the opportunity to present his original song “Sway” to Luis Fonsi on NBC’s Songland. The experience was affirmation for all the hard work that PipoBeats has put in. Pop Culturalist caught up with him to discuss his journey in the industry, his new music
Tony Giroux first made his mark on the industry as a professional dancer, sharing the stage with everyone from Rihanna to Pitbull to Zendaya. He transitioned into the world of acting after catching the bug following his role in Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn. Since then, he’s continued to build an impressive résumé, which includes projects like the CW’s Arrow, E! Network’s The Arrangement, Syfy’s The Magicians, Disney Channel’s Descendants, and ABC’s Once Upon a Time. This April, he joins the cast of Freeform’s Motherland: Fort Salem as a conflicted
Teddy Jackson is an emerging new voice in pop music who credits his move from New Zealand to London for helping him come out of his shell and embrace his ambitions and sexuality. Earlier this year, he introduced himself to the world with his debut single, “Pretty Runaways,” inspired by a whirlwind road trip across California. Pop Culturalist caught up with Teddy to chat about the track, discovering his passion for music, and his mission to help other queer talent discover their voice. PC: How did you discover your passion