1. Which 2000s TV shows are known for their exploration of alternate realities and were created by the same person?
- Breaking Bad
- Lost
- Fringe
- Prison Break
Correct answers: Lost, Fringe
Explanation: Both Lost and Fringe were co-created by J.J. Abrams, who also served as an executive producer, and they share his signature “mystery box” storytelling style.
2. Eminem was born in Detroit, Michigan?
Correct answer: False
Explanation: Eminem was actually born in St. Joseph, Missouri, and later moved to Detroit, which played a significant role in his musical career. Understanding his origins helps to contextualize his lyrics and the themes of his music, reflecting his experiences growing up in different environments.
3. Taylor Swift has a pet cat named Olivia Benson, named after a character from a television show?
Correct answer: True
Explanation: True. Taylor Swift's cat, Olivia Benson, is named after the character played by Mariska Hargitay on the TV show 'Law & Order: SVU.' This fun fact reflects Taylor's love for pop culture and her affection for her pets.
4. Taylor Swift was born in Nashville, Tennessee, where she started her music career?
Correct answer: False
Explanation: False. Taylor Swift was born in Reading, Pennsylvania, and later moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to pursue her music career. Nashville is known as the heart of the country music industry, which played a crucial role in her early career development.
5. Rihanna's first major hit single was 'Umbrella,' released in _____ 2007.
- September
- December
- June
- March
Correct answer: March
Explanation: The correct answer is March 2007, when 'Umbrella' topped charts worldwide and solidified Rihanna's status as a pop icon. Understanding the timeline of her career helps contextualize her impact on music and culture.
6. In 2018, Rihanna became the first woman to create a _____ line with her brand Fenty Beauty.
- cosmetic
- skincare
- fragrance
- clothing
Correct answer: cosmetic
Explanation: Rihanna's Fenty Beauty line revolutionized the cosmetic industry by promoting inclusivity with a wide range of shades, particularly for darker skin tones. This success illustrates the intersection of beauty standards and social responsibility in modern entrepreneurship.
7. Which of these movies have made over $2 billion at the box office?
- The Lion King (2019)
- Black Panther
- Avatar
- Avengers: Endgame
- Titanic
Correct answers: Avatar, Avengers: Endgame, Titanic
Explanation: Avatar ($2.9B), Titanic ($2.2B), and Avengers: Endgame ($2.8B) crossed $2 billion. Black Panther made $1.3B and The Lion King (2019) made $1.6B - massive hits but not quite $2B.
8. Taylor Swift's cats are named Meredith Grey, Olivia Benson, and _____.
- Daisy Duke
- Bella Swan
- Arya Stark
- Benjamin Button
Correct answer: Benjamin Button
Explanation: Her cats are named after TV/film characters: Meredith Grey (Grey's Anatomy), Olivia Benson (Law & Order: SVU), and Benjamin Button (the film).
9. Which celebrity's real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta?
Correct answer: Lady Gaga
Explanation: Lady Gaga chose her stage name inspired by Queen's song "Radio Ga Ga." She felt her real name was too ordinary for her artistic persona and wanted something that matched her theatrical style.
10. Which artist became Spotify's most-streamed artist globally for three consecutive years?
- Drake
- Bad Bunny
- The Weeknd
- Taylor Swift
Correct answer: Bad Bunny
Explanation: Bad Bunny was Spotify's most-streamed artist globally in 2020, 2021, and 2022.
11. Timothée Chalamet learned to play guitar for his Bob Dylan biopic in _____.
Correct answer: 2024
Explanation: Chalamet spent five years preparing to play Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown" (2024), learning guitar, harmonica, and singing. He performed all songs live on set without lip-syncing.
12. What is Drake's real name?
- Darnell Aubrey Harris
- Drake Williams
- Aubrey Drake Graham
- Darnell Roy Harris
Correct answer: Aubrey Drake Graham
Explanation: Aubrey Drake Graham started as Jimmy Brooks on "Degrassi: The Next Generation" before becoming a rapper. He uses his middle name Drake as his stage name, dropping his first and last names.
13. Which artist's album "30" became the best-selling album of 2021 despite releasing in November?
- Olivia Rodrigo
- Taylor Swift
- Adele
- Drake
Correct answer: Adele
Explanation: Adele's "30" sold over 5 million copies in just six weeks, outselling every other album that had the full year. It was her fourth consecutive album named after her age during writing.
14. Which TV show's finale disappointed fans so badly it started a petition for a remake?
- Game of Thrones
- Lost
- How I Met Your Mother
- Dexter
Correct answer: Game of Thrones
Explanation: Game of Thrones' 2019 finale sparked a Change.org petition with 1.8 million signatures demanding a remake.
15. The term "nepo baby" became viral after a 2022 article about nepotism in ____.
- Silicon Valley
- US Government
- Hollywood
- Wall Street
Correct answer: Hollywood
Explanation: New York Magazine's 2022 article about Hollywood nepotism coined "nepo baby" for celebrities with famous parents.
16. An EGOT winner is someone who has won which four major awards?
- Oscar
- Pulitzer
- Grammy
- Golden Globe
- Tony
- Emmy
Correct answers: Oscar, Grammy, Tony, Emmy
Explanation: An EGOT winner is someone who has won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award.
17. Which actor has played Batman the most times in live-action films?
- Robert Pattinson
- Ben Affleck
- Michael Keaton
- Christian Bale
Correct answer: Christian Bale
Explanation: Christian Bale played Batman in three films (2005-2012). Keaton did two, Affleck appeared in three but as supporting character in one, Pattinson has done one so far.
18. Tom Cruise does all his own stunts, including hanging from a real airplane.
Correct answer: True
Explanation: True! Cruise famously does his own stunts, including hanging from an Airbus A400M in Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation at 5,000 feet. He also climbed Burj Khalifa and flew helicopters.
19. Which show became Netflix's most-watched series of all time in 2021?
- Squid Game
- Bridgerton
- The Crown
- Stranger Things
Correct answer: Squid Game
Explanation: Squid Game became Netflix's biggest launch, with 142 million households watching in its first four weeks.
20. Rihanna launched which cosmetics brand that became a billion-dollar success?
- Fenty Beauty
- Rirare Beauty
- Savage
- Kylie Cosmetics
Correct answer: Fenty Beauty
Explanation: Fenty Beauty revolutionized the industry with 40 foundation shades at launch. The brand's massive success made Rihanna a billionaire, with most of her wealth coming from the cosmetics line, not music.
21. Which actor voiced both Darth Vader and Mufasa in The Lion King?
- Samuel L. Jackson
- Laurence Fishburne
- James Earl Jones
- Morgan Freeman
Correct answer: James Earl Jones
Explanation: James Earl Jones provided the iconic voices for both villainous Darth Vader and wise Mufasa. His deep, resonant voice made both characters unforgettable, though he was uncredited for Vader in the original films.
22. Kim Kardashian's marriage to NBA player Kris Humphries lasted _____ days.
Correct answer: 72
Explanation: Their 2011 marriage lasted just 72 days, but the divorce took 536 days to finalize. The wedding reportedly cost $10 million and was featured in a two-part TV special that earned millions.
23. Dwayne Johnson's first WWF/WWE stage name was _____ Maivia.
Correct answer: Rocky
Explanation: The Rock debuted as "Rocky Maivia" (combining his father Rocky Johnson and grandfather Peter Maivia's names). Fans hated the good-guy character, chanting "Die Rocky Die" until he turned heel and became The Rock.
24. Beyoncé has won more Grammy Awards than any other artist in history, and currently holds ___ of them.
Correct answer: 35
Explanation: True! breaking the all-time record in 2023, Beyoncé has now 35 Grammy awards, as of 2025.
25. Which of these celebrities have been named People's "Sexiest Man Alive"?
- Brad Pitt
- Leonardo DiCaprio
- George Clooney
- Tom Cruise
Correct answers: Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Tom Cruise
Explanation: Brad Pitt (1995, 2000), George Clooney (1997, 2006), Tom Cruise (1990), and Ryan Reynolds (2010) have won. Surprisingly, Leonardo DiCaprio have never received this title despite their heartthrob status.
26. BTS became the first K-pop group to top the Billboard Hot 100.
Correct answer: True
Explanation: True! BTS achieved this with "Dynamite" in September 2020, their first English-language single. They've since had multiple #1 hits and became global ambassadors for Korean culture.
27. Which of these artists have had a Las Vegas residency?
- Adele
- Britney Spears
- Elvis Presley
- Céline Dion
Correct answers: Adele, Britney Spears, Elvis Presley, Céline Dion
Explanation: All have had Vegas residencies! Elvis pioneered them in 1969, Céline Dion modernized them, Britney revived her career with one, and Adele's "Weekends with Adele" is ongoing.
28. Which reality TV show made the Kardashian family famous?
- The Hills
- Laguna Beach
- The Simple Life
- Keeping Up with the Kardashians
Correct answer: Keeping Up with the Kardashians
Explanation: "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" premiered in 2007 and ran for 20 seasons until 2021. The show launched the family's empire, though Kim had appeared in Paris Hilton's "The Simple Life" earlier.
29. Which of these celebrities have launched successful tequila brands?
- George Clooney
- Michael Jordan
- Ryan Reynolds
- Dwayne Johnson
Correct answers: George Clooney, Michael Jordan, Dwayne Johnson
Explanation: Clooney (Casamigos - sold for $1B), Johnson (Teremana), and Jordan (Cincoro) have tequila brands. Reynolds has Aviation Gin, not tequila, though he sold it for $610 million.
30. What name is Elaine Bookbinder more famously known by?
- Elaine Bookbinder
- Laura Brooks
- Elkie White
- Elkie Brooks
Correct answer: Elkie Brooks
Explanation: Elaine Bookbinder is better known by her stage name, Elkie Brooks, who is a renowned singer in the UK.