Manuella Libardi
School
University Of Houston, Institut Barcelona D'Estudis Internacionals
Expertise
British Royals, Celebrity Relationships And Childhoods, Friends
- In 2015, Manuella covered the first alligator-related death in Texas since the early 1800s.
- She once unexpectedly dined with legendary Brazilian musician Gilberto Gil in Houston.
- Manuella once chatted up The Strokes' drummer Fabrizio Moretti in Portuguese.
Experience
Manuella started out as a hard news reporter in Texas in 2014 covering city hall, courts, and education for the Houston Chronicle and the Beaumont Enterprise. In 2018, she started writing about travel and lifestyle while living in Portugal and eventually branched out to entertainment news. Her newfound passion led her to Nicki Swift News as a writer in February 2021. She particularly enjoys writing about celebrity tragic pasts and messy relationships.
Education
Manuella has two separate bachelor's degrees from the University of Houston — journalism and English literature. She went on to receive a master's degree in International Relations from the Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI).
Nicki Swift covers celebrity and entertainment news by way of an expert group of editorial professionals. We drive the conversation on everything from trending Hollywood news to star transformations, always striving to deliver the most compelling commentary, bolstered by quality expert opinions.
As we cover a wide breadth of pop culture, we're constantly reviewing, fact-checking, and updating stories to ensure they're accurate and current. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Manuella Libardi
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Ever since Kate and Pippa Middleton entered the royal family's orbit, their critics have scathingly called them the "wisteria sisters." But what does it mean?
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Gavin Newsom and Kimberly Guifoyle had a famously amicable divorce. Now, the two can't stop shading each other thanks to her relationship with Donald Trump Jr.
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These "American Idol" stars wowed us with their voices and also boldly shared their sexuality. Here's a rundown of the singing competitions loud and proud.
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Amy Schumer has opened up about the changes to her face after the comedian was unfairly scrutinized following an appearance on "The Tonight Show."
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While James Middleton doesn't get nearly as much attention as sister Kate, he's a big part of the Prince and Princess of Wales' lives - especially William's.
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Christina Hall was plagued with health issues for years, and when her doctors couldn't figure out why, she thought of a possible culprit: her breast implants.
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In the decades since they co-founded the modern WWE, the shady details of Vince and Linda McMahon's marriage have raised plenty of eyebrows and red flags.
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Brangelina's daughter Shiloh Jolie-Pitt was born into one of the most famous families in the world, but that doesn't mean the spotlight is for for her.
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Over the years, Sasha and Malia Obama have faced backlash for doing normal young adult things. These stars, including fellow first daughters, stuck up for them.
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Donald Trump’s oldest grandchild, Kai Trump, is growing up fast, and her stunning height transformation will definitely make you do a double take.
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Princess Kate's brother, James Middleton, has been open about his mental health struggles. His parents, Carole and Michael, have been supportive along the way.
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Ivana Trump never minced words when it came to her ex-husband, Donald Trump. Here’s a rundown of her most biting remarks about the former president.
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Since becoming a father to daughter Lea with his ex Irina Shayk, Bradley Cooper has given us several TMI moments about parenting in his interviews.
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Michelle Obama's mom, Marian Robinson, lived in the White House
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Zahara Jolie-Pitt has grown up in the spotlight, both literally and figuratively. In fact, her physical growth has mirrored her personal evolution.
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Boxing legend Mike Tyson has been married to Lakiha Spicer since 2009, and in the years since, their union has gotten attention for a number of unusual reasons.
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Melania Trump's noticeable absence from Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign is turning heads, and her elusive plans aren't making the picture any clearer.
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Could Taylor Swift's The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived" be about Matty Healy? Here's why we think this song takes a dig at her former fling.
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As Suri Cruise's 18th birthday approaches, her famous dad Tom Cruise doesn't seem to be part of the festivities. Instead, he was photographed across the pond.
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Tiffany Trump's marriage to Michael Boulos is mostly low-profile, but the couple has still had a few eyebrow-raising moments over the years.
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Suri Cruise grew up a household name, but the daughter of actors Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes probably looks quite different from the last time you saw her.
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O.J. Simpson died at 76 on April 10, 2024. But two months before, he was reassuring fans online that he was "just about over" his battle with cancer.
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Cake Boss Buddy Valastro took several years out of the spotlight due to personal struggles, but now he's back on TV with two new shows and new goals.
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In the months leading up to O.J. Simpson's April 11 death from cancer, his social media posts painted a very different picture of his health.
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James Middleton has direct ties to royalty and grew up surrounded by privilege, but there have been a few dark days in his life behind the scenes.
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It's no secret that Valerie Bertinelli's weight loss journey has been a long and winding road, marked by soaring highs and challenging lows.
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Elton John's legendary status in the music industry hasn't spared him from being at the center of numerous criminal allegations over the years.