Hayley Peppin
Expertise
Celebrity, Fashion, Politics, Royals
- Hayley is a freelance Entertainment Reporter for Nicki Swift.
- She's previously written for Insider and Marie Claire and has been cited in Teen Vogue, Daily Mail, and Metro.
- During her six-month contract at Insider in London, she accumulated over 14 million "uniques."
Experience
Hayley has worked as an entertainment reporter across the world, both in the United Kingdom and at home in Australia. She began her career working as an on-screen television reporter down under, before moving to London and working for Insider's digital entertainment team. She's interviewed a number of celebrities, attended and reviewed a slew of events, and garnered millions of "uniques." Her work has also featured in a number of other major national and international publications including Teen Vogue, Marie Claire, Daily Mail, and Metro. Hayley joined Static Media in Jan 2021, writing all things celeb, fashion, and politics for Nicki Swift — while providing some of her royals knowledge to the site. She's currently living and writing back at home in Melbourne, Australia amid the pandemic.
Education
Hayley graduated with a High Distinction at Australia's most respected Journalism course — "Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)" at RMIT University in Melbourne.
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 Hayley Peppin
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In a new interview, Naomi Campbell revealed she sacrificed one major life choice as she walked her way to the top — love.
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There's no doubt that being a doctor is tough, but apparently playing one is also "traumatic," Sandra Oh recently revealed.
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After creating lots of buzz at Prince William and Kate's wedding, what does Pippa Middleton actually think of her iconic bridesmaid gown these days?
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According to an updated epilogue in "Finding Freedom," Prince Harry and Meghan Markle do not have "any regrets" about stepping back from royal duties.
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In private tapes, Prince Diana reportedly revealed her "greatest love" was her bodyguard Barry Mannakee. Here's what to know about their rumored affair.
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Tragedy struck on what should have been the "happiest day" of Alexia Echevarria's life. The "Real Housewives of Miami" star lost her mom on her wedding day.
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One Hollywood couple that's stood the test of time includes actors Hugh Jackman and wife Deborra-Lee Furness. So, who is Furness?
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Former ice hockey star Jimmy Hayes died just a day after celebrating his son's birthday. Here's what we know about the beloved athlete's passing.
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Jamie Spears is claiming he "saved" his daughter Britney Spears from "disaster," less than two weeks after stepping down as her conservator.
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In an op-ed for Time, Angelina Jolie wrote she was "ashamed" about the way America withdrew troops from Afghanistan following 20 years of war. Here's more.
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John Travolta opened up about the deep, meaningful conversation he had with son Ben on the latest episode of Kevin Hart's talk show, "Hart to Heart."
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Acclaimed artist Chuck Close, who was previously awarded a National Medal of Arts by former President Bill Clinton, has died at age 81. Here's what we know.
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It's no secret Ant Anstead and Renée Zellweger have been sharing a little love recently. Now, Anstead finally fessed up on their relationship status.
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Mike Richards' reputation is in "jeopardy" yet again after a resurfaced podcast revealed the television host making numerous derogatory comments.
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It's getting close to Amy Roloff's wedding, but the "Little People, Big World'' star may not be able to have her dad walk her down the aisle.
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While the world grapples with the pandemic, a catastrophic humanitarian crisis is also well underway. Former President George W. Bush has spoken out.
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Kathy Hilton was certainly a "Smooth Criminal" with the late Michael Jackson during his heyday. Here's what we know about their friendship.
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Rick Harrison of "Pawn Stars" has been divorced three times, the most recent being Deanna Burditt, whom he split from quietly in 2020. Here's what we know.
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Jason Momoa and Emilia Clarke may have had a dysfunctional relationship on "Game of Thrones" — but off-set, they're each other's "sun and stars."
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Perhaps the most infamous feud of this millennium, Kanye West and Taylor Swift have been at each other's throats (and Twitter timelines) since 2009. How come?
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Mary Trump reveals more information about former President Donald Trump's health in her new book "The Reckoning." Here's what she claims.
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Actor, singer, dancer, and one of Billy Cosby's first accusers Sunni Welles has died at the age of 72. We look back at her life and her bravery under scrutiny.
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When Halle Berry wanted "characters fractured and broken" for "Bruised," perhaps she didn't mean so literally. Here are the details of her on-set injury.
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Mila Kunis may be best known for her comedy career in television and film, but she's no stranger to the physical challenges of taking on more serious roles.
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Jane Withers may not have been "America's little darling," but the former child star had a long, lucrative screen career. What was her net worth?
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Dwayne Johnson has weighed in on the celeb bathing debate of 2021 — and yes, it's the news hygiene enthusiasts all want to hear.
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Former child star turned commercial queen, Jane Withers, has died at age 95. Here's what to know about her career and her passing.