TheWrap
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| Editor | Sharon Waxman |
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| Publisher | The Wrap News Inc. |
| Founder | Sharon Waxman |
| Founded | January 26, 2009 |
| First issue | January 26, 2009 |
| Company | The Wrap News Inc. |
| Country | United States |
| Based in | West Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Language | English |
| Website | www |
TheWrap is an American online news organization that covers the business of entertainment and media. It was founded by journalist Sharon Waxman in 2009 and is based in Los Angeles. The site features original reporting, analysis, and editorial coverage of the entertainment industry, with particular focus on Hollywood film, television, and streaming media.
History
[edit]TheWrap was launched in January 2009 by Sharon Waxman, a former Hollywood correspondent for The New York Times and The Washington Post. The site was created to offer in-depth business coverage of the entertainment industry, including breaking news, analysis, and opinion.
In November 2015, TheWrap expanded its editorial and digital operations with a series of key hires. Tim Molloy rejoined as Deputy Managing Editor, joining Thom Geier in leading editorial operations. Andrew Curry was named Director of Audience Development, overseeing editorial partnerships, social media strategy, and audience engagement. Joan Solsman was hired as Business and Technology Editor, based in New York, to lead coverage of digital media and contribute to TheWrap’s annual Grill conference.[1]
In January 2023, TheWrap announced two new editorial hires to lead its film and television coverage. Kristen Lopez joined as Film Editor, bringing experience from IndieWire and outlets such as Variety, TCM, and RogerEbert.com. Jose Alejandro Bastidas was hired as TV Editor, following his tenure as Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor at the San Francisco Chronicle. The announcement followed the promotions of Adam Chitwood and Jethro Nededog to Co-Executive Editors.[2]
In February 2025, TheWrap further expanded its leadership with four high-level editorial appointments. Tom Lowry joined as Senior Vice President of Editorial Strategy, responsible for developing business and tech coverage and launching subscription products. Jennifer Laski was appointed Director of Photography and Video after creating the “Visionaries” video series for the site. Graham Starr joined as Business Editor, overseeing business and PRO coverage. Brian Lowry transitioned to Media Editor, focusing on media and politics. Additionally, Drew Taylor and Umberto Gonzalez were promoted to senior roles on the film team.[3]
Awards and recognition
[edit]National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards
[edit]TheWrap has received multiple honors from the Los Angeles Press Club’s National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards:
| Year | Category | Recipient(s) | Placement | Description |
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| 2016 | Feature Photography | — | 1st place | Excellence in feature photojournalism. |
| 2016 | Blog – Individual | Sharon Waxman (WaxWord blog) | 1st place | Commentary and reporting on the WaxWord blog. |
| 2016 | Best Entertainment Website | TheWrap | 2nd place | Recognized as a leading digital outlet. |
| 2018 | Best Entertainment Website (Internet-only) | TheWrap | Winner | Top entertainment website exclusive to the internet.[4] |
| 2019 | Best Website | TheWrap | Nominee | Finalist at the 12th annual NAEJ Awards.[5] |
SoCal Journalism Awards
[edit]TheWrap has also been honored at the Southern California Journalism Awards:
| Year | Category | Recipient(s) | Placement | Description |
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| 2009 | Best Online News Site | TheWrap | Winner | Awarded by the LAPC for excellence in online journalism.[6] |
| 2012 | Best Online News Site | TheWrap | Winner | Second-time recipient of the top digital news site award. |
| 2019 | Multiple nominations including Best Website | TheWrap | Nominated | 14 nominations at SoCal Journalism Awards.[7] |
References
[edit]- ^ Sharon Waxman (November 23, 2015). "TheWrap Welcomes New Hires Tim Molloy, Andrew Curry, Joan Solsman". Yahoo! Entertainment.
- ^ TheWrap Staff (January 17, 2023). "TheWrap Expands Newsroom, Hiring Kristen Lopez as Film Editor, Jose Alejandro Bastidas as TV Editor". TheWrap.
- ^ TheWrap Staff (February 18, 2025). "TheWrap Makes 4 High-Level Hires in Business and Media Coverage, Newsroom Strategy and Video". TheWrap.
- ^ "TheWrap Wins Best Entertainment Website and More First-Place Wins at National Entertainment Journalism Awards". Yahoo! Entertainment. December 3, 2018.
- ^ "Finalists List" (PDF). Los Angeles Press Club. November 2019.
- ^ "TheWrap Wins Best Entertainment Website and More First-Place Wins at National Entertainment Journalism Awards". Yahoo! Entertainment. December 3, 2018.
- ^ "TheWrap Lands 14 SoCal Journalism Awards Nominations, Including Best Website". Yahoo! Entertainment. May 14, 2019.