Yvonne Villarreal is a senior television writer for the Calendar section and co-host of “The Envelope” podcast. A native Angeleno, Villarreal earned her bachelor’s degree from Cal State Fullerton and her master’s degree from the Columbia School of Journalism.
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Dec. 7, 2023
It’s the Envelope podcast you love — now in living color! Join our hosts for the season premiere as they break down the state of the 2024 Oscar race.
Dec. 7, 2023
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Veteran TV producer Chuck Lorre says his new Max series, “Bookie,” which features an appearance with Charlie Sheen, has parallels with his career as a sitcom writer.
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Nov. 22, 2023
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Nov. 19, 2023
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Oct. 30, 2023
As scrutiny mounts on reality TV, stars from Bravo’s ‘Real Housewives’ franchises, ‘Love Is Blind’ and ‘The Challenge’ say the industry needs to change.
Oct. 27, 2023