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Erica Jean

Erica Jean

SCMP Contributor
Erica is a US-based contributor for Style by SCMP, specializing in fashion and pop culture. Her articles have been featured in The New York Times, Teen Vogue and Berkeleyside. Erica holds dual degrees in cognitive science and data science from the University of California, Berkeley.

‘We’re like the Von Trapps, but not quite as pretty or perfect,’ the Dune: Part Two star once said – the Pugh siblings all followed their ballet-dancing mother into the performing arts.

Oliver auditioned for Conversations with Friends despite having no professional experience; her career’s taken off since, with appearances in 2023’s Saltburn and the upcoming Wuthering Heights.

New York-born Hechinger comes from a family of creatives and was a young journalist – then caught the acting bug. His role as surly teen Quinn Mossbacher in The White Lotus came in 2021.

Despite her family mingling with British prime ministers and the royal family, Lady Venetia Baring says she lives pay cheque to pay cheque in south London with her boyfriend and two guinea pigs

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Oprah was at her heaviest weight when she met Greene during a last-ditch attempt to get a handle on her diet; over 30 years, Greene has helped her heal her relationship with food and handle her life.

RFK’s daughter with his second wife, Mary Richardson, wants to carve out her own path as a fashion designer – and now lives in Milan to pursue her dream career.

As a child, Dylan Lauren was inspired by Charlie and the Chocolate Factory – now she’s a real life Willy Wonka, and even designed the candy stands for the Broadway show

Mickey Sumner landed her first role thanks to the Safdie brothers, was in Frances Ha with Greta Gerwig and Adam Driver, and once played Patti Smith – here’s what else you need to know

Last month the former teen heartthrob and The Fosters alum walked his mother down the aisle on Italy’s Amalfi Coast – but what do we know about his biggest supporter over the years?

Charlotte McKinney may have had a tough time at school, but her Instagram content and an advert for a burger company propelled her to stardom – now she acts alongside The Rock and Zac Efron

Laurence Ng played college baseball until an injury cut his career short, so he studied kinesiology and performance enhancement, and now trains NFL star Travis Kelce.

When Rihanna became the first woman of colour to have her own house under LVMH, Weaver cried; after Rihanna became a mother, he started his own creative studio and now styles Dua Lipa.

McKeon and Simpson found love in 2022 while training for the Commonwealth Games; he failed to make the cut for the 2024 Olympics, but supported McKeon as she competed in her 3rd Games

He’s spoken out on everything from his mum’s distaste for spicy food to accusations against her after Prince Harry’s memoir Spare – here’s what to know about Queen Camilla’s son, Tom Parker Bowles

The Office star and Emily Blunt’s husband John Krasinski has 2 older brothers, including tech CEO and wellness retreat founder Paul Krasinski, who has alleged several women defamed him online.

Woods has been in the spotlight since she appeared on Life of Kylie, but what do we know about her Minnesota Timberwolves power forward boyfriend, recently named 2023-24 NBA Social Justice Champion?

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend were living with the model’s mum Pepper until she returned to Thailand in January, while dad Ron lives in a nearby assisted living facility

He showed off tennis skills at 2, worked to beat his sister and win German tournaments as a kid, then turned pro in 1996 after working with renowned coach Nick Bollettieri, winning 15 titles

Baio was once known for playing lovable characters on popular sitcoms, and dating celebs like Brooke Shields and Pamela Anderson; now he’s vocal about his long-time support of the GOP

The activist, artist, actress and model has gone from quirky street style to bold, custom-made red carpet looks from the likes of Schiaparelli, Armani, Rodarte and Marni

The psychotherapist hails from the family behind Guinness beer and has admitted it ‘took months’ for her to believe her friend Princess Diana had died – here’s what to know about Julia Samuel

Cole described meeting Harris as ‘love at first sight,’ and she even officiated his wedding last year – but while he’s used to talking politics, he followed his mum into the entertainment industry

Multihyphenate creator, actor, writer and producer Alan Chikin Chow is billed as the world’s most-watched YouTube Shorts creator – so how did he get here?

Mormon mum-of-8 Hannah Neeleman and her husband Daniel have amassed an enormous following on social media, but their life choices have been criticised by some – here’s what you need to know

She became the youngest winner of Cannes’ Palme d’Or award in 2013 for Blue is the Warmest Colour; these days, you’ll find her front row at fashion shows, being a mum, and taking on Hollywood

Besides her Marvel break, Baccarin has over 60 titles under her belt – from The Good Wife, How I Met Your Mother and Firefly, to upcoming CBS TV show Sheriff County