Annabel Iwegbue
Associate Culture Editor
Annabel Iwegbue is a culture editor at Cosmopolitan, where she primarily covers pop culture, lifestyle, relationships, and digital trends. She previously wrote for Harper's Bazaar, The Knockturnal, and Black Film. She's originally from Charleston, South Carolina, and is currently based in Brooklyn, New York. She holds a B.A. in Journalism and Cinema Studies from New York University. You can check out some of Annabel’s work here and also find her on Instagram and Twitter.
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Latest from Annabel Iwegbue
Allow JaNa Craig to Solve Your Relationship Troubles
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the Love Island USA star is here to provide tips on everything from AI-obsessed boyfriends to dating a workaholic.
Here’s What *Not* to Say to Someone Who Doesn’t Want Kids
A recent exchange between Charli xcx and Jason Bateman has kicked off a discourse about whether it’s appropriate to question someone’s personal choices. We asked experts how Mr. Bateman should’ve navigated the convo.
Kamala Harris’s New Gen Z-led Media Brand Has Already Made a “67” Joke
The “hub for progressive content” is also already in a very entertaining back-and-forth with the @GOP page.
The 50 Best Date Spots in the USA for 2026
We’ve compiled the year’s definitive guide to romantic outings across the country. Let the nationwide dating debrief begin.
Is It Just Us? Or Are the Single Cat Ladies Happier?
As more single women proudly embrace their lifestyles, we’re reexamining the relevance of the age-old insult once used against them.
Do We Think Tom Brady Knows About the IG “Close Friends” Feature?
The NFL legend’s Sunday afternoon posting behavior became the target of jokes and plenty of fan theories.
Opinion: The 2026 Grammys Proved the Arts Will Always Be Political
Stars like Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish spent their time on stage acknowledging the state of the world, giving a necessary reminder of art’s crucial role in the political ecosystem.
All the Black It Girls Are In Love
In honor of Black History Month, let's catch up with the Black couples whose viral relationship posts we love. Let's also explore how they’re challenging harmful stereotypes about our desirability.
The Hype House to Grammy Nominee Pipeline Is Alive and Well
Let Addison Rae and Alex Warren teach you to never let anyone put you in a box.
My TikTok Is Overrun With Fake Cheating Exposés
Many viral "cheaters being exposed" videos are just ads for AI data search apps. Here's how companies are using our fascination with strangers' heartbreak as a promotional tool.
Sundance 2026 Was All About Sex, Political Resistance, and a Whole Lot of Charli xcx
Check out photos of stars like Charli, Jenna Ortega, and Olivia Wilde at the festival’s final year in Park City.
The Tale of Taylor and Tay Lautner
In a story worthy of the most swoon-inducing fan fiction, Taylor Lautner stepped away from fame and found his one true love. Now, ahead of the actor’s return to Hollywood with Taylor Lautner: Werewolf Hunter, he’s walking back into the spotlight alongside his wife—Tay—an up-and-coming star in her own right.
