Olivia-Anne Cleary

Olivia-Anne Cleary is a senior editor and writer. As Bustle’s Senior News Editor, she edited news and features, selected and assigned daily articles, forward-planned entertainment coverage, oversaw the editorial workload of the writers and the associate editor, and curated the twice-weekly Bustle UK newsletter, in addition to other responsibilities.

Olivia stays on top of the latest TV and film releases, celebrity happenings, and entertainment and culture news. At Bustle, she carried out high-profile interviews with Emma Thompson, Gillian Anderson, Kate Hudson, Nicola Coughlan, Nazanin Boniadi, Penn Badgley, and many others.

Olivia received her Bachelor of Arts in English and American Literature from the University of Kent including a year abroad at UCLA. Throughout her decade-long career, Olivia has contributed to many leading UK and international publications, including The New York Times, New York Magazine, British Vogue, The Washington Post, InStyle, and Insider. Her Bustle bylines can be viewed below.

To find out what Olivia is up to now, you can follow her on Twitter @OliviaACleary, on Instagram @oliviaannecleary, and on LinkedIn @oliviaannecleary.

Hello, You

Penn Badgley Is Done Rooting For The Anti-Hero

The actor on Joe Goldberg’s killer journey in You, a Gossip Girl crossover, and his warning to fans of the show.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

Travel

Seas The Day: 7 Surprising Things I Learnt During My First Cruise

One editor’s experience of heading to the high seas for a week-long voyage.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

Gillian Anderson Will See You Now

The actor reflects on her monumental career, what lies ahead on Sex Education, and those “Penis of the Day” Instagram posts.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

What Kate Hudson Did Next

The actor on playing the wild card in Knives Out 2, revisiting How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days, and Britney Spears’ Instagram shout-outs.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

Aimee Lou Wood Reveals Major 'Sex Education' Update & Bill Nighy's Best Advice

The actor opens up about about bonding with Living co-star Bill Nighy, the need to pay attention, and more.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

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At 28, Melanie C Was Falling In Love & Reclaiming Her Confidence

The Spice Girl on the importance of self-worth, surviving damaging stereotypes, and her journey to recovery.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

'Rings Of Power's Markella Kavenagh On The Truth Behind *That* Scene With The Stranger

The Lord Of The Rings prequel actor on the lessons she’s learned from the Harfoots and what keeps her grounded.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

Morfydd Clark Is On A Quest Of Her Own

The Rings Of Power actor on Galadriel’s rocky future, those epic fight scenes, and the hobby she shares with Brad Pitt.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

Bustle Mixtape

Craig David Is Still Slicker Than Your Average

The singer on his era-defining Born To Do It record, chart battles with Beyoncé, and his new album 22.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

Harry Lawtey Is Weighing Up The Price Of Success

Industry’s Robert Spearing on filming those risqué scenes, why he can’t watch himself on screen, and more.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

Nazanin Boniadi Was A Healer Long Before 'The Rings Of Power'

The Lord Of The Rings prequel star reflects on Bronwyn’s strength, overcoming stereotypes, and celebrating multifaceted women.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

Celebrity

Darius Danesh’s Family Speaks Out After Singer’s Cause Of Death Is Revealed

“We would like to thank everyone for their love and kindness.”

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

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At 28, Lesley Manville Was Acting, Picketing, & Singing Kate Bush Songs

The 'Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris' actor on finding her voice and becoming 'The Crown's Princess Margaret.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

Good Luck To You, Daryl McCormack

The Leo Grande actor opens up about laying it all bare with Emma Thompson and life after Peaky Blinders.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

28

At 28, Emma Thompson Was Already A Star — But Unhappy In Love, Actually

The 'Good Luck To You, Leo Grande' actor on sex positivity, body dysmorphia, & more.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

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At 14, Bryce Dallas Howard Was Being Grounded From Set

“On paper, I seemed like a really sweet girl who was not very intellectually impressive.”

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

Dylan Llewellyn On Life After 'Derry Girls'

The “Wee English Fella” on taking the lead In 'Big Boys' and his friendship with Nicola Coughlan.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

Maisie Williams On Topless Scenes, Turning Heads, & Taking Control

The actor gets candid about her starring turn in Pistol and the art of political dressing.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

'Derry Girls' Creator Teases Exciting Spin-Off Starring These Three Characters

Perhaps we shouldn’t bid farewell to our favourite series just yet.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary

TV & Movies

'Derry Girls' Sister Michael Isn’t As Fictional As You Might Think

Saoirse-Monica Jackson & Jamie-Lee O'Donnell on the truth behind the beloved character.

By Olivia-Anne Cleary