Damilola
School
Obafemi Awolowo University
Expertise
The British Royal Family, Beyonce, Celebrity Relationships
- A self-acclaimed "Beyonce Addict," Damilola enjoys nothing more than catching up on Queen Bee's latest incredible concerts. Unsurprisingly, she attended the ThisDay Music Festival where Beyonce was the headline act. "Mind-blowing" is how she will always describe the experience.
- She is a big fan of the British Royal family, and if you ask her, the Megxit will remain one of the biggest controversial moments of the decade. Keeping up with the royals and writing about them might just be her favorite thing ever.
- As a freelance writer, she has covered several stories about celebrity relationships. A personal favorite at Nicki Swift so far is about Jay Cutler and Kristin Cavallari's rocky relationship.
Experience
Damilola's career as a writer began a little over five years ago. Though she started out as a writer anonymously for several websites, she soon started getting her bylines. She has since worked for a number of notable entertainment sites including The Things. Damilola joined Nicki Swift in February 2022, where she enjoys churning out impressive pop-culture-related features.
Education
Damilola has a bachelor's degree in Religious Studies, with a minor in English Language and Philosophy, from Obafemi Awolowo University.
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 Damilola
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Drew Brees is a New Orleans Saints legend who played in the NFL for 20 seasons. He's now enjoying retirement with his four kids. Here's what we know.
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While Bailee Madison has enjoyed a successful career, she has been through many hardships, from the pressures of the spotlight to loss and loneliness.
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Donald Trump, his father, and his grandfather established themselves in New York City, but over time, the family name has lost its status in the Big Apple.
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The universe has presented a set of unique challenges for Cher's son, Chaz Bono. We'll explain the truth about some of the tragic events he has been through.
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Bailee Ann, Jelly Roll's eldest child, has seen much trauma and darkness in her life, but with her family's support, she has decided to share her story.
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Rocco Ritchie, son of Madonna and Guy Ritchie, may have grown up in the spotlight, but neither fame nor fortune could shield him from life's many tragedies.
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The Kennedy family's marriages were marked by infidelity, scandal, and heartbreak. From John F. Kennedy to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., their unions weren't perfect.
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Paddy Pimblett had a meteoric rise in the world of MMA, but a controversial interview forever changed his standing in the pro-fighting world.
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Explore the lavish lives of King Charles and Queen Camilla, from real estate and luxury cars to their priceless wardrobes. Read about their immense wealth.
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Mikey Williams, who was a top high school basketball prospect, derailed his future career after one run-in with the law that resulted in felony charges.
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From the start of Christina Haack and Joshua Hall's marriage, there were red flags, such as the swiftness of their nuptials and some of their joint interviews.
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Mason Disick, son of Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick, was the first grandchild of the Kardashian family, and fans have watched him grow up ever since.
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Caitlin Clark has enviable basketball success, but from her disappointing salary to her struggles with fame, here are the reasons people are worried about her.
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The Property Brothers, Jonathan and Drew Scott, found fame in TV, but much of the twins' lives remains unknown to even some of their most devoted fans.
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Olivia Dunne is not only a talented gymnast, but one of the most popular social media personalities on the Internet. But her life hasn't always been glamourous.
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WNBA players discuss Caitlin Clark's impact on basketball. Insights include praise, criticism, and advice from veterans like Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs was caught on camera assaulting his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, and plenty of celebrities had a lot to say when the footage was leaked.
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Kendrick Lamar has been faced with great measures of tragedy throughout his years, from growing up in Compton, California to witnessing many terrible crimes.
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Kayleigh McEnany's story in politics is inspiring, yet ultimately fraught. From bright student to Fox News contributor, her transformation is a sight to see.
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"Friends" is an iconic sitcom, and its success has everything to do with its talented cast of actors -- here's what they've been doing since the show ended.
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Athletes are known for their incredible physical abilities, but what about their personal lives? Some athletes have marriages that are just plain weird.
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Aaron Tippin might not be as famous as he once was, but the singer has been just as busy as he was when he was recording country hits in the '90s.
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Nick Cannon has had a complicated love life, with multiple marriages and kids by different women. Here are some of the strangest things about his relationships.
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Former One Tree Hill stars have gone on to record amazing personal and career milestones after the TV show. Take a look at what they've been up to!
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For many celebrities, marriages, separations, and more marriages come and go like the seasons. But for some, a lost life partner is never replaced.
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Despite her grief, Natalia Bryant has continued to forge through life with a determination to rise above the pain while honoring her late father, Kobe Bryant.
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Although Khloé Kardashian has seemingly picked up the pieces of her life after turmoil, there's no denying that we are still worried about the reality star.