Stephanie Topacio Long

Stephanie Topacio Long doubles as a BDG copy editor and Bustle contributing editor. She began writing for Bustle in 2014 and now splits her time between diving into the nitty-gritty of writing and covering all things entertainment. Her appreciation of the AP Stylebook matches her enthusiasm for books, TV, movies, and sports. As an entertainment editor, she is always ready to stream a new series or take a deep dive into fan theories.

Beyond Bustle, Stephanie has written for several other outlets and covered a variety of topics. Her work has appeared on Digital Trends, Go Overseas, Moviefone, and more. In addition to entertainment, areas she loves to cover include travel, health, lifestyle, and technology. She earned her bachelor’s degree in human biology from Stanford University.

Stephanie currently resides in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. In her free time, she enjoys reading, being outdoors, learning languages, and doing random DIY projects. She’s also an avid sports fan. You can follow her on LinkedIn.

Celebrity

Willow Smith Said Nepo Baby "Insecurity" Ultimately Pushed Her Harder

“I would still be a weirdo and a crazy thinker.”

By Stephanie Topacio Long

TV & Movies

Why The 'Fall Guy' Theatrical Experience Is The "Best," According To Moviegoers

It’s “the reason you want to see a movie in a theater.”

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Celebrity

JoJo Siwa Thinks The 'SNL' Sketch Spoofing Her "Gay Pop" Comments Is "Iconic"

Siwa got the SNL treatment during Weekend Update.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

TV & Movies

No, 'The Idea Of You' Isn't Actually Harry Styles Fanfic

Harry or Hayes? Fact or fiction?

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Celebrity

Ava Phillippe Spoke Out After Reaching "A Major Milestone" In Body-Shaming

“Pretty is as pretty does, babes.”

By Stephanie Topacio Long

TV & Movies

'Bridgerton' Season 3 Gives Colin A Cowboy-Inspired Glow-Up & New Swagger

“He really feels like he’s gone through some self-discovery.”

By Stephanie Topacio Long

TV & Movies

'Bridgerton' Fans Have Theories About Violet & Lord Anderson After A New Promo

“Things are BLOOMING here!!”

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Celebrity Style

Zendaya Wore The 'Challengers' Poster As A Stunning Bejeweled Minidress

It’s her most literal interpretation yet.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Reality TV

'Bachelor' Vet Nick Viall's Wedding Photos Show His Big Day With Natalie Joy

There isn’t a red rose in sight.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

TV & Movies

The 'Challengers' Ending Is "Perfect" Or "Confusing," Depending On Who You Ask

Fans are split on the sudden, intense ending.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Celebrity

Idris Elba Used A Bunch Of Fart Jokes To Wish His Wife A Happy Anniversary

And they say romance is dead.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Celebrity

Sophia Bush's Girlfriend Ashlyn Harris Reacted To Their Romance Going Public

Harris is standing with her “perfect” girlfriend.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Celebrity

Paris Hilton's Daughter London Made Her Debut In Adorable Family Photos

“I truly cherish every moment I spend with her.”

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Music

A Viral TikTok Explains Taylor Swift's Matty Healy "Homage" In Her New Video

“Fortnight” might be full of Matty Healy Easter eggs.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Music

Taylor Swift's 3 New 'Tortured Poets' Spotify Streaming Records Are Wild

The numbers are in — and they’re massive.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Music

In This Taylor Swift Ballad, She's Tired Of The "Empathetic" Public

Her ex isn’t the villain this time — it’s all of us.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Music

Taylor Swift Enlisted Emma Stone's Help On "Florida!!!"

Get her in the music video.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Music

Taylor Swift's Charlie Puth Shoutout Has Fans Seriously Divided

It’s the “last thing” some Swifties expected to hear.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Music

Olivia Rodrigo Gushed About Her Part In No Doubt's 2024 Coachella Reunion

It was “the biggest honor” for Rodrigo.

By Stephanie Topacio Long

Celebrity

'Gossip Girl' Vets Taylor Momsen & Connor Paolo Had A Mini Reunion In LA

Spotted: Little J and Eric.

By Stephanie Topacio Long