Olivia-Anne Cleary
Olivia-Anne Cleary is a senior editor and writer. She served as the Senior News Editor at Bustle from January 2022 to April 2023. In her role, 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. During her time at Bustle, she carried out high-profile interviews with Emma Thompson, Gillian Anderson, Kate Hudson, Nicola Coughlan, Nazanin Boniadi, Penn Badgley, and many others.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
28
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.
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.
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.
14
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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
