Kaitlyn Carrera
School
California State University Long Beach, UCLA's Extension Program
Expertise
Pop Music, "The Bachelor", The Kardashians
- During her time as an entertainment news journalist, Kaitlyn has been able to cover some exciting red-carpet events, from the iHeartRadio Music Awards to Super Bowl Sunday concerts.
- Kaitlyn is a huge concertgoer and has gone to well over 30 concerts. Anytime a big pop star is in town, she will always be at their concert.
- Kaitlyn interviewed Giselle Woo & The Night Owls, a band on Coachella's 2022 lineup. Kaitlyn was able to tell the story of their musical journey toward one of the biggest festivals in the music industry.
Experience
After nearly a year of taking rigorous courses at UCLA's Extension program, Kaitlyn obtained a journalism certificate. During her time at UCLA and even after, she worked as an intern for an entertainment news site called CelebSecrets. At CelebSecrets, she handled both written and social media content. In her intern position, she got hands-on experience by interviewing talent, attending events, and writing the latest stories on the biggest celebrities. After her internship ended, she became a freelance entertainment news writer at Nicki Swift, where she covers everything and anything involving pop culture.
Education
Kaitlyn received her bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus in marketing from California State University, Long Beach. Knowing she had a strong passion for entertainment journalism, she went back to school and pursued a journalism certificate as she attended UCLA's Extension program. Through UCLA, she was able to take entertainment news, reporting and writing, and media law courses.
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 Kaitlyn Carrera
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Gary Sinise has shared a touching tribute to his son, musician McCanna "Mac" Anthony Sinise, announcing his death earlier this year at the age of 33.
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Surgeon George Crawford talked to Nicki Swift about the potential reasons Kate Middleton's recovery seems to be taking longer than some may have expected.
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Candace Owens won't be attending Taylor Swift's Eras Tour anytime soon. From Swift's political views to her relationships, the commentator can't stand her.
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Donald Trump has revealed how he would handle Prince Harry's immigration issues if he won the 2024 election. Even some of his detractors are in agreement.
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"Dancing with the Stars" alum Julianne Hough has made the leap from dancer to star, and now host. But along the way, there have been a few awkward moments.
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Jay-Z became an unwilling participant in Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj's drama after another female rapper name-dropped his part in their feud.
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Divorce isn't easy but Reese Witherspoon managed to figure theirs out just a few months after initially splitting up, thanks to a mutually beneficial agreement.
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Before becoming a Grammy-award winning singer, Lainey Wilson held a regular job that, in hindsight, seems like it was hinting at her future success.
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While tuning into The Hallmark Channel, it's often the stunning filming locations that captures our hearts more than the love stories. Here are our favorites.
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Ryan Reynolds was seen sporting a new clean-shaven look. It's a far cry from the "Deadpool" actor's signature scruff, leaving him unrecognizable.
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Amid his separation from wife Kyle Richards, Mauricio Umansky and singer Anitta sparked relationship rumors after a risqué trip to Aspen.
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Angelina Jolie's signature dark brown locks have been replaced by a fresh, blonde hue. Here's a look at her surprising transformation.
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Fans have been concerned about Wendy Williams since her talk show suddenly ended and she disappeared from the public eye. Now, her team has confirmed the truth.
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Speculation has run amok due Kate Middleton's absence from the public eye following her abdominal surgery. She was last seen on Christmas Eve in 2023.
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Religion often treads on delicate ground in Hollywood, but Mark Wahlberg doesn't shy away. Here's what the actor has shared regarding his religious views.
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Travis Kelce's Super Bowl outburst directed at Chiefs coach Andy Reid has been brushed under the rug, and might not ever see the light of day.
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YouTuber Ruby Franke gained notoriety for the treatment of her six children in the family's videos. Now, we know how much jail time she's facing.
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Believe it or not, Brad Pitt and Barack Obama are distant relatives. Here's where the familial connection comes in.
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Not even Taylor Swift is immune to a little controversy, and the singer once found herself in a bit of hot water over a situation involving Ice Spice.
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Donald Trump's Valentine's Day message to wife Melania didn't do anything to help quell those major divorce rumors.
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Ice Spice's meteoric rise to rap royalty isn't just about her killer verses; it's also about the A-list squad she's assembled along the way.
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Despite blowback from his ex Taylor Swift's fandom, Joe Alwyn is making the public rounds anyway. The couple split in April 2023 after six years.
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Meghan Markle's podcast venture "Archetypes" started strong but ended after a surprisingly short run. Here's what will happen to the project now.
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Are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle planning a return to the royal family? Their website might have the clue we've been waiting for.
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Taylor Swiift and Brittany Mahomes became fast friends while cheering from the sidelines of the Kansas City Chiefs' games, and are getting even closer.
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Kanye "Ye" West's Yeezy 2024 Super Bowl commercial might've been minimalist, but it got the job done, as Ye claims he secured quite the hefty paycheck.
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King Charles III addressed his cancer diagnosis in a statement to the public, but a PR expert said he might've been motivated to do so for this reason.