Brandon Bombay
Expertise
Tom Cruise, NBA Player Drama, Hip Hop Dating And Relationships
- In early 2021, Brandon began writing for NickiSwift, where his outstanding work was recognized as Writer of the Month in February 2022.
- When he was still only a blogger, Brandon was discovered when his NBA blog had a viral post that landed him on a segment for "CBC News."
- He worked with the social media teams that created content for the Facebook pages of notable names such as Kris Jenner, Kourtney Kardashian, 50 Cent, and more.
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 addition to Nicki Swift, he has also written for Daily Meal. Brandon authored the book "Dirty English: Slang from the Streets of New York, L.A., London..." which details the curse words and slang from various English-speaking regions.
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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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.
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Dean Winters is best known as Mayhem in Allstate ads, but the actor has had a wide range of comedic and dramatic roles. He's made quite a bit of money, too.
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The unblinking eye of the camera can be ruthless. Here's what Sally Field has said about taking a shortcut to the fountain of youth with a little nip-and-tuck.
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Dogged by whispers of a possible breakup, Zendaya and Tom Holland made it known beyond a shadow of a doubt that they remain very much together.
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Once a fixture on the Hallmark Channel, Trevor Donovan made waves by jumping ship to Great American Family. Here's why he decided to make the switch.
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Barron Trump has reached the age of majority, causing some Trump critics to deem him "fair game." Previously, Malia and Sasha Obama received the same label.
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Kate Middleton impersonator Heidi Agan spoke out against claims that she had posed as the Princess of Wales during her shopping trip to the farmer's market.
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Though she didn't live in the spotlight herself, the late Karen Houghton had made her feelings clear on her strained relationship with her sister, Kris Jenner.
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When "The Wendy Williams Show" got canceled, former producer Norman Baker ultimately used the time as an opportunity to get in on the gossip himself.
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You probably know Paul Marcarelli as the Verizon "Can You Hear Me Now" guy, and there's a good reason his voice isn't echoing through your living room anymore.
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Kim Kardashian's former bodyguards dished on the not-so-glamorous side of keeping up with one of the world's most watched celebrities.
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With Odell Beckham Jr. now a free agent with the NFL, he's reportedly eyeing the Kansas City Chiefs. What does Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce think of the move?
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The conspiracy theories surrounding Kate Middleton's absence from the public eye just keep getting stranger as an old magazine cover raises new questions.
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Iowa Hawkeyes standout Caitlin Clark has become a marquee name in college basketball, reportedly netting a substantial paycheck in the process.
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Melania Trump has been increasingly private in recent years, so her appearance during the Hungarian prime minister's trip to Mar-a-Lago has people talking.
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What was up with Al Pacino at the Oscars? After the Hollywood legend presented "Oppenheimer" with the best picture award, many viewers were left confused.
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The rumor mill kicked into overdrive with a juicy tidbit about Diddy and Meek Mill's relationship. Here's what you need to know about the salacious whispers.
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Matt Rife has been courting social media controversy since X was still Twitter, and a spicy video from fellow comedian Nima Yamini is the latest instance.
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Comedian Shane Gillis has stirred up plenty of controversy, particularly with the impressions of former president Donald Trump that he just keeps breaking out.