Ben Fritz is an accomplished journalist with extensive experience covering the entertainment industry. He is currently the West Coast Bureau Chief for US News at The Wall Street Journal, where he oversees news coverage in the United States. Previously, Ben has worked as a Staff Writer for the Los Angeles Times and Variety, where he covered the Hollywood scene. He is also the author of the Los Angeles Times best-seller "The Big Picture: The Fight for the Future of Movies," which chronicles the changes in Hollywood that have made super-hero movies, sequels, and franchises the norm.

Ben Fritz is an alumnus of Swarthmore College, where he studied Political Science and Economics. He has also worked as an editor and writer for online publications like Spinsanity and Digital Coast Reporter/Venture Reporter. Throughout his career, Ben has developed expertise in the entertainment industry, reporting on Hollywood events, and industry shake-ups. He is an author, journalist, and editor with a passion for uncovering stories and providing insightful commentary.