Jake Viswanath

Jake Viswanath is a Staff Writer at Bustle, where he covers music, film, TV, and all things celebrity. He joined the team in March 2019, working closely with editors across the entertainment team to create news stories, long-form features, and reaction pieces. Jake takes ownership of many pop culture beats across Bustle, including everything Taylor Swift, the #FreeBritney movement, The Kardashians, Vanderpump Rules, and the Bravo-sphere as a whole. He also helps develop and execute live coverage for major music releases, TV events, and award shows.

Prior to Bustle, Jake was an Assistant Digital Editor at V Magazine, where he worked across digital and print platforms focusing on fashion, music, and culture features, and an Assistant Editor for PAPER Magazine’s Pride initiative, creating and editing LGBTQ+ entertainment content. Jake's bylines have also appeared in NYLON and PopCrush. He earned his bachelor's degree in journalism and English from New York University.

When Jake isn’t investigating Taylor Swift’s easter eggs or watching Bravo for Bustle, you can find him at Britney Spears trivia night, getting in his 10,000 steps at Bergdorf, or playing Kylie Minogue’s “Padam Padam” to anyone who will listen. He is up for traveling anywhere he can go — especially if Lady Gaga or Beyoncé are there.

You can follow Jake on Twitter and Instagram at @jakeviswacare, and connect with him on LinkedIn.

Curtain Call

Sherri Shepherd Is Making Broadway’s Wishes Come True

The Emmy winner opens up about becoming the first female Genie in Aladdin.

By Jake Viswanath

Bustle Exclusive

The Harry Shum Jr. Renaissance Is Nigh

The actor opens up about being on Dancing with the Stars as Glee and Crazy Rich Asians return — from the set of Grey’s Anatomy.

By Jake Viswanath

Bustle Exclusive

Maya Hawke & Lili Taylor Bring Calm To 'Sunrise On The Reaping'

The stars of the Hunger Games prequel open up about becoming Haymitch Abernathy’s mentors.

By Jake Viswanath

Let Her Play Elsa

Mckenna Grace Reveals Why She Won’t Do Nudity In Films

The actor took to Instagram to clarify that it has nothing to do with her Disney princess dreams.

By Jake Viswanath

Vote For Pedro

Taylor Swift & Her BFF Still Make 'Napoleon Dynamite' Impressions

Because, of course, they do.

By Jake Viswanath

Bustle Exclusive

The 'Hunger Games' Team Didn’t Listen To Fan Casting For This Reason

Sunrise on the Reaping director Francis Lawrence and producer Nina Jacobson reveal how they cast the new prequel.

By Jake Viswanath

Yo. Yo, Yo.

Delena’s Reunion Proves Princess Protection Program 2 Needs To Happen

Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez got nostalgic for a new Rare Beauty collab, but why stop there?

By Jake Viswanath

One And The Same

Selena Gomez & Demi Lovato’s Reunion Is Making Me Tear Up

The Disney Channel BFFs have a new Rare Beauty collab and have recreated their iconic movie poster.

By Jake Viswanath

Entertainment

3 OG 'Hunger Games' Stars Will Return For The New Movie

Jennifer Lawrence confirmed that she, Josh Hutcherson, and Woody Harrelson are reprising their roles.

By Jake Viswanath

The Surgery Games

Jennifer Lawrence Reveals She Got The Breast Lift She Long Wanted

The actor gave an update on her plastic surgery journey while opening up about her new hair-care line.

By Jake Viswanath

Our Song

Taylor Swift Gives Hope For 'Debut (TV)' In Her Latest Speech

She is now the youngest member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

By Jake Viswanath

Push It

The Most Unhinged Songs & Mashups That Should Be In The 'Glee' Revival

There’s only one question: Who will sing “Hootie Frutti”?

By Jake Viswanath

Get The Money

The A-List Twist In 'You Can See Everything' Deserves The Oscar

No, not Elizabeth Holmes herself, obviously.

By Jake Viswanath

That's How Sue Cs It

The 'Glee' Cast Aren’t Being Shy About The Show’s Return

Some former stars are in talks or hinting at coming back, but not everyone is sure about it.

By Jake Viswanath

Santa Claus Lane

Hilary Duff's Holiday EP Proves Pop Stars Are Getting Festive Their Way

The singer is releasing Christmas music again — but staying true to her sound.

By Jake Viswanath

Bustle Exclusive

Bachelor Nation’s Joe Amabile Is Sprinting To The Finish Line

The reality TV star opens up about recovering from brain surgery, marrying Serena Pitt, and a Bachelor casting rumor.

By Jake Viswanath

Stepping Out

Ashe Is Becoming The Girl Of Her Dreams

The singer-songwriter’s ode to leaving a groom at the altar is making her a household name.

By Jake Viswanath

Don't Stop Believin'

The 'Glee' Revival Is Officially Happening

Prepare to avoid slushie bombs once again.

By Jake Viswanath

Celebrity

Christina Applegate Reveals She Was Misdiagnosed With MS

The actor opened up about the shocking development on her MeSsy podcast.

By Jake Viswanath

The Bass Persuaded Me

Miley’s Hollywood Bowl Shows Prove She’s A True Rock Star

She has the voice of a generation, and she uses it on her own terms.

By Jake Viswanath