Brandon Bombay
Expertise
Tom Cruise, NBA Player Drama, Hip Hop Dating And Relationships
- When he was still only a blogger, Brandon was discovered when his NBA blog had a viral post which landed him on a segment for CBC News.
- Brandon is the author of the book 'Dirty English: Slang from the Streets of New York, L.A., London...' which detailed the curse words and slang from various English-speaking regions.
- He worked with the social media teams of notable names such as Kris Jenner, Kourtney Kardashian, 50 Cent and more to create content for their Facebook pages.
Experience
Brandon's professional writing career began working as an editor for HotNewHipHop, one of the major players in the online music world. He focused on covering music, plus a mix of urban celebrity culture. From there, he parlayed that experience into covering breaking news and viral topics for various outlets including The Inquisitr. In early 2021, Brandon began writing for NickiSwift, where his outstanding work was recognized as Writer of the Month in February 2022.
Education
Brandon attended Western University where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in English. He also received a Level II Writing Certificate while completing his degree.
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 Brandon Bombay
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Appearing on Jason and Travis Kelce's podcast, Arnold Schwarzenegger referenced Travis' past comparison of the actor to a more contemporary action hero.
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Christian singer Mandisa has died at 47. She first rose to fame as a contestant on "American Idol" Season 5, launching her gospel career shortly thereafter.
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Many expected Taylor Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department" album to focus on ex Joe Alwyn, but "So High School" is seemingly inspired by Travis Kelce.
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Allman Brothers Band guitarist Richard "Dickey" Betts was an original member of the band from 1969 until their split in 1976.
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After fans called out a sports reporter for his awkwardly sexist interaction with Caitlin Clark, he published an apology that isn't ringing true.
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A photo that was purported to be Barron Trump at his school prom might not be him after all. We're debunking the rumor about the former president's son.
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Barbra Streisand isn't exactly lacking in accolades, but there are a few solid reasons why the multi-hyphenate has taken a step back from the spotlight.
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There's been plenty of buzz about the dynamic between Donald and Barron Trump. But how much do these two actually share beyond the family name?
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Actor Jamie Foxx is known for keeping his private life under wraps, but a few details have emerged about his current girlfriend Alyce Huckstepp.
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There's no shortage of drama when it comes to Harry Jowsey's dating life, but these epic breakups have the Aussie rethinking his whole playbook on love.
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Lori Loughlin's exit from the Hallmark Channel followed a big controversy, but the "Full House" star ultimately made her way back to the small screen.
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You might know Deanna Colón from that controversial Jardiance commercial, but brace yourself – she looks completely different in real life.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle has navigated a sea of plastic surgery rumors, with plenty of social media sleuths calling out her supposed rendezvous with the surgeon.
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Barry Keoghan and Alyson Kierans parted ways as his star in Hollywood got brighter. While the exes seem cordial, we can understand why she had enough.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle has added another outfit to her growing list of fashion misfires. This time, her look was a far cry from her conservative political views.
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Vanessa Ray's "Blue Bloods" character Officer Eddie is known for her romance with Jamie Reagan, but in real life, Ray is coupled up with Landon Beard.
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Amid Diddy's legal troubles, fans are scrutinizing his relationship with Usher, who he mentored in the '90s. What has Usher said about the Bad Boy founder?
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When it comes to O.J. Simpson, former president Donald Trump has not been one to mince words. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the two had a complicated dynamic.
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Shiloh Jolie-Pitt is allegedly making the move to her dad Brad Pitt's house as she turns 18, and it's not going over well with Angelina.
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Former "Today" show host Matt Lauer made a rare appearance at Dom Lemon's wedding. Lauer's network TV career ended in 2017 after sexual assault allegations.
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Ryan Paevey pivoted from soaps to Hallmark when he left "General Hospital," but the actor also has a lucrative side hustle doing something else super creative.
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Giuliana Rancic and Ryan Seacrest were unstoppable on the red carpet, but did that magic last once the cameras went dark, or was it all just for show?
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Sure, you recognize him as the actor who plays Jamie from Progressive, but don't be fooled - there's a good reason why Jim Cashman's face looks so familiar.
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While a spat between Ice Spice and Latto began as fan fodder, there's no denying that these two rappers have officially entered the ring of a full-blown feud.
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Famous for lighting up the screen as the bubbly AT&T girl, actor Milana Vayntrub has found that the glow of fame isn't always warm and welcoming.
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In addition to the many other misdeeds former president Donald Trump has been accused of, his golf game has also come into question. Is he a cheater?
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Elon Musk and Donald Trump have had a rollercoaster relationship over the years. Now, the controversial entrepreneurs seem to have reached a resolution.