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Julie Lobalzo Wright is Associate Professor in Film & Television Studies at the University of Warwick's Faculty of Arts, where she serves as Director of Student Experience and Progression (Film and TV) and Director of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for SCAPVC. A Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), she holds a BA in English with Film Studies emphasis from University of Colorado at Denver, MA in Film Studies from Queen Mary University of London, and PhD in Film Studies from King's College London.
Her research focuses on film and television stardom, musicals, multimedia stardom, Hollywood/American cinema, British cinema and television, and animation. Current projects include a book chapter on Alan Partridge/Steve Coogan, a journal article on Goldie Hawn's producing work, and a monograph about Barbra Streisand's agency. Her publications reveal consistent engagement with crossover stardom, gender representation, and the intersection of music and film industries.
- BA: English with Film Studies emphasis, University of Colorado at Denver
- MA: Film Studies, Queen Mary, University of London
- PhD: Film Studies, King's College London (examined crossover stardom of male popular music stars)
Her recent publications demonstrate evolving focus from musical stardom to broader investigations of female star agency and authorship. The 2021-2024 works particularly highlight her shift toward examining Jewish female stars and production roles.
- BAFTSS Award for Best Edited Collection (2017) for 'Lasting Screen Stars'
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
- Regular contributor to The Conversation and Viewfinder
Professor Wright actively supervises PhD students working on stardom, performance, celebrity, and related topics, with emphasis on representation. Her public engagement includes numerous talks at JW3, BFI, and V&A Museum, demonstrating commitment to knowledge exchange. Current administrative roles reflect institutional leadership in student progression and EDI initiatives.
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