Valentina Valentini
Valentina Valentini is a London-based entertainment, travel, and food writer and also a Senior Contributor for Shondaland. Elsewhere she has written for Vanity Fair, Vulture, Variety, Thrillist, Heated, and The Washington Post. Her personal essays can be read in the Lost Angeles Times and Longreads.
Hugh Sachs Talks Playing Brimsley in ‘Bridgerton’ and ‘Queen Charlotte’
The veteran British theater and TV actor never could have imagined where the walk-on role of the queen’s man would take him, but he’s thrilled with where it’s gone.
Michelle Fairley Doesn’t See Princess Augusta as a Villain
The actor, already beloved from her days on “Game of Thrones,” talks to Shondaland about playing one of the most complicated characters on “Queen Charlotte.”
In Portraying Young Brimsley and Reynolds, Sam Clemmett and Freddie Dennis Became Best Friends
Clemmett and Dennis divulge how the fan-favorite romance of “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” came to be.
Beauty Queen: The Fashion and Hair of ‘Queen Charlotte’
Costume designer Lyn Paolo and hair and makeup designer Nic Collins dive into the show’s looks, breaking down how they visually crafted each character.
Shonda Rhimes and Julia Quinn Explain How the 'Queen Charlotte' Book Is a Not a Novelization but Instead a Novel of Its Own
In an insightful, kismet conversation, two writing powerhouses reveal how they brought their individual expertise to the creation of the companion book to the hit Netflix series.
Arsema Thomas Studied Defiant Black Women to Get Into the Character of Lady Danbury
“Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” is the actor’s first major job, but you would never know it by their dedication and execution in playing young Agatha.
India Amarteifio and Corey Mylchreest See Their ‘Queen Charlotte’ Love Story as Similar to ‘Romeo and Juliet’
Amarteifio and Mylchreest sizzle with on-screen chemistry, and their banter off-screen is just as joyous.
‘Queen Charlotte’ Director Tom Verica Cuts Through the Pomp and Circumstance to the Heart of the Show
The longtime Shondaland director and actor admits he was worried about taking on the whole series, but creator Shonda Rhimes never faltered in her trust in Verica.
Royalty Before Regency: What to Know About the Georgian Era of ‘Queen Charlotte’
Shonda Rhimes has created a sumptuous fantasy world born out of history. Here, we give some context for Queen Charlotte and King George’s real-life reign.
Before We Meet Young Queen Charlotte, Meet 12 Queens Who Ran the World
From the palaces of Angola to the thrones of China to the halls of Egyptian pyramids, here are a dozen queens who rival Queen Charlotte in their historical strength and determination.
More Stunning Photos From ‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’
Let’s pull back the curtain a little more on what’s in store for our young queen and her royal court.
‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’ Gets a Premiere Date, New Photos, and a Teaser Trailer!
And those aren’t all the goodies — there’s one more surprise announcement!
The ‘Scandal’ Rewatch Podcast Doesn’t Hold Back
"Unpacking the Toolbox,” a new podcast from Shondaland Audio, hosted by best friends and former castmates Guillermo Diaz and Katie Lowes, reveals Olivia’s fake wine choice and racy on-set secrets.
‘80 for Brady’ Director Talks Working With Lily Tomlin, Rita Moreno, Sally Field, and Jane Fonda
Kyle Marvin’s directorial debut is a wholesome look at friendship and football.
‘Unpacking the Toolbox,’ Shondaland Audio’s ‘Scandal’ Rewatch Podcast, Just Dropped Its Trailer
The weekly deep-dive podcast, hosted by Katie Lowes and Guillermo Diaz, will rehash the most memorable “Scandal” moments.
The Relationship Between a Girl and Her Boat Will Have You Tearing Up in ‘True Spirit’
The Netflix feature film tells the story of Jessica Watson, who set out to be the youngest person to sail around the world alone.
Meet Samantha Zwicker, the Woman Behind a New Wave of Conservation in the Amazon
Samantha Zwicker is the co-subject of a new wildlife and mental health-focused documentary, “Wildcat.”
These Film Festivals Will Take You to Far-Flung Places
Bypass the craziness of the Cannes and Toronto film festivals with smaller regional fests that give you a perfect excuse to explore a new city, town, island, or country.
A Sneak Peek at Young Lady Danbury in ‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’
Check out the latest tease from the new “Bridgerton” spin-off show!
How Shondaland and SeriesFest Continue to Set Up Female Directors for Success
In the fourth year of the partnership, Shondaland’s commitment to expanding industry opportunities gains new ground.
For Abby Ajayi, ‘Riches’ Is More Than Just a Family Drama
The creator talks to Shondaland about wanting substantive issues for the Black diaspora to be part of the sexy and messy family drama in her first TV show.
Christina Jackson Only Wants Roles That Are Grounded in Love
The actress, who plays opposite Jonathan Majors in the war hero movie “Devotion” and will portray Congresswoman Barbara Lee in the upcoming “Shirley,” is currently seeking projects that make her feel good.
‘The White Lotus’ Season 2 Cast Tell Us About Their Worst Vacations Ever
The stars of HBO’s comedy compete with their characters for real-life vacation disasters.
Shondaland’s Seat at the Table Initiative Launches With a ‘Bridgerton’ Bang
Shondaland's Sandie Bailey and "Bridgerton" costume designer Ellen Mirojnick reveal how this new partnership program allows the brilliant work of creative craftspeople behind beloved TV shows and movies to shine in new ways.
Brooke Shields Wants Older Women to Harness Their Collective Power
The actress, business owner, and new podcast host talks about finally acting on her own behalf.
For Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers, ‘Inside Bridgerton’ Is a Love Letter to the Craftspeople of ‘Bridgerton’
Rhimes and Beers explain how the bold and beautiful book brings audiences into the world of “Bridgerton” in a way that the show isn’t able to, offering insider knowledge and insights into one of the most popular TV series on the planet.
Mye Hoang Was Going to Quit Filmmaking — Then She Made a Movie About Cats
“Cat Daddies” is a sweet and poignant documentary that examines man’s relationship with his best feline friend.
Julia Roberts Is Just Julia in Jean Shorts on ‘Go Ask Ali’
Ali Wentworth chitchats with her longtime friend Julia Roberts in the third season of her Shondaland Audio podcast, “Go Ask Ali.”
Bruna Papandrea Talks Power, Promoting New Voices, and Her Storied Producing Career
The 20-year-plus industry veteran ushers in her latest film, “Luckiest Girl Alive,” and has a dozen more female-centric projects in the works.
Watch the First-Ever Clip From ‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’ — Plus More Goodies From the World of ‘Bridgerton’!
During Netflix’s second annual Tudum, Shondaland showed more of our young Queen Charlotte, while fans got some love from #Polin and #Peneloise, as well as a surprise visit from Shonda Rhimes herself!
Here’s Your First Look at Young Queen Charlotte in ‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’
More about the show is set to be revealed at Netflix's second annual Tudum global fan event, but we're finally introducing you to a new queen!
“I Don’t Like to Play the Same Role Twice”: Samantha Morton Talks Catherine de Medici as ‘The Serpent Queen’ Premieres
In her 30-year career, the British actress has crisscrossed genres to become one of the most respected character actors of her generation.