Hollywood Insider's Daily Newsletter

Smart daily moves for creators building their own Hollywood

How I accidentally networked my way to a studio executive

What if I told you that you could network, and not be weird? I know. Wild concept. Let me tell you about one of my first events in LA. I was an actress with zero work, fresh from a small college town trying to figure out this big fancy city. My hair was weird. My outfit was weird. I felt complet...

Feb 24, 2026

Breaking into Hollywood: Essential Tips for Aspiring Actors

Hello there, future stars! Welcome to this week's newsletter where we'll be diving into the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. If you've ever dreamed of seeing your name in lights, this one's for you. We're going to share some essential tips to help you break into the acting scene and start your jou...

by Nicki Micjeaux — Feb 24, 2026

Understanding the Film Industry: A Comprehensive Guide for Newbies

Hello Film Enthusiasts! Welcome to this week's newsletter where we'll be diving into the captivating world of the film industry. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned cinephile, there's always something new to learn about this dynamic industry. The Magic Behind the Scenes Ever wondered how your f...

Feb 24, 2026

Engaging with Hollywood: How to Network and Build Relationships in the Industry

Hello, movie buffs and aspiring Hollywood stars! This week, we're diving into the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. But it's not just about the bright lights and red carpets; it's about the relationships and networks that make the magic happen. Let's explore how to build those crucial connections i...

Feb 24, 2026

Stop chasing Netflix. Start with your people.

Everybody asks, “How do I get Netflix to notice me?” You don’t start with Netflix. You start with your people. That's your audience. First, who are your people? Be real about it. Next, where do they hang out? Online, in rooms, on Sundays—be specific. Then, can y...

by Nicki MIcheaux — Feb 24, 2026

Bruce Springsteen Shows Us the Courage to Face Our Demons

Today's Trivia: Q: What is the highest grossing film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Lol Rdj GIF - Lol Rdj Juggtok - Discover & Share GIFs The perfect Lol Rdj Juggtok Animated GIF for your conversation. Discover and Share the best GIFs on Tenor. tenor.com Art doesn’t just entertain. ...

by Nicki Micheaux — Feb 24, 2026

The thing they don't tell you about making it in Hollywood

The thing they don't tell you about making a living as an artist: the long way is the shortcut. I know, I know. Nobody wants to hear that you have to make your own content. It's hard. The minute I start talking about it, people say, "Oh my God, I just want to get hired." But here's what they do...

Feb 24, 2026

Hollywood Insider Daily Smart - Daily moves for Creatives building their own Hollywood.

Before the studios, before the headlines, before the billion-dollar brand, Tyler Perry was just a man with a story, a stage, and a line of people waiting to see themselves on screen. “I know my audience, and they’re not people that the studios know anything about.” — Tyler Perry ...

by Nicki MIcheaux — Feb 24, 2026

Hollywood Insider Daily Smart - Daily moves for Creatives building their own Hollywood.

“Art is dangerous. It’s one of the attractions: when it ceases to be dangerous, you don’t want it.” — Duke Ellington, Ebony Magazine 1952 You ever finish a movie and sit there like… “Wait, that’s it?” “House of Dynamite” is the #1 movie on Netflix right now, and yet half of us are screaming,...

by Nicki Micheaux — Feb 24, 2026

Hollywood Insider Daily Smart - Daily moves for Creatives building their own Hollywood.

Let me put you on to a tiny storytelling trick that has saved countless writers from boring scenes, and yes, it comes from South Park. Here’s the what they're saying:If your scenes feel flat, disconnected, or the story feels boring… it’s because you’re stringing ideas together with...

Feb 24, 2026

Hollywood Insider Daily Smart - Daily moves for Creatives building their own Hollywood.

I saw that clip of Meryl Streep walking into Fashion Week in full character and it reminded me of something every actor needs to hear: you can’t build a believable character if you only rehearse them in safe spaces. When you take a character into t...

by Nicki Micheaux — Feb 24, 2026

Hollywood Insider Daily Smart - Daily moves for Creatives building their own Hollywood.

Why Shedeur Sanders Has the Internet Obsessed Everywhere you look online this week, people are talking about Shedeur Sanders.Not because of the stats.Not because of the drama.But because his story hit the one thing humans can’t resist: The Hero’s Journey. And this is the part nobody...

by Nicki Micheaux — Feb 24, 2026

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