Kayla Rivera
School
CUNY Graduate School Of Journalism, Mercy College
Expertise
Entertainment, Local News, And Television
- Kayla is an Entertainment Writer for Static Media.
- She has previously worked for CBS46 News, Marietta Daily Journal, New York City News Service, and several other publications in Georgia and New York.
- She won an AC Press Award for her reporting on the minimum wage in New York City and her film "Left Out in the Cold" was picked up and aired at the CUNY Film Festival.
Experience
Kayla has more than five years of experience working as a journalist in television, print, and radio. She also has experience in filming, producing, editing, and social media. She is an Award-Winning Latina Journalist born and raised in the Bronx, NY who is now currently based in Atlanta. She grew up in a traditional Puerto Rican household and loves everything about her culture. Kayla recently worked as a full-time multimedia journalist for CBS46 News where she reported on breaking news, local businesses, crime, and entertainment at a top 10 news station. She also reported for Marietta Daily Journal where she reported on stories in the Cobb County area. Since she was a young girl, she has always aspired to be a journalist thanks to her grandmother who instilled in her the importance of the news. Kayla's desire to be a voice to the voiceless fuels her journalism journey.
Education
Kayla has a Master's Degree in Journalism from the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism, with an Arts and Culture concentration. She also has a Bachelor's Degree in Television and Radio Production with a double minor in Criminal Justice and Psychology.
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 Kayla Rivera
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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez had a bit of an eyebrow-raising start to their relationship.
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It looks like Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb's rumored feud is just beginning to heat up. Here’s the scoop of Guthrie's recent power move.
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Kanye West may not have much luck when it comes to friendships, but the "Runaway" rapper now shares a permanent bond with two of his musical friends.
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Who knew Chilli from TLC and Matthew Lawrence meeting up would be the '90s crossover we needed? Here are the details about their nostalgia-fueling hang.
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Olivia Jade rose to fame after her parents Mossimo Giannulli and Lori Loughlin were involved in a university admissions scandal. Here's how her life is now.
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Aside from being an Emmy-nominated actor, Mckenna Grace also has a booming music career and found an incredible way to incorporate her love for both.
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Although actor Jennette McCurdy dealt with a slew of traumatizing experiences, she's ready to reveal what really happened at Nickelodeon.
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Kevin Spacey's fall from grace now comes with a hefty price tag. A court has ruled he must pay a large sum of money to the "House of Cards" creators.
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Most people recognize Justin Chambers as Alex Karev on "Grey's Anatomy." However, before he was a TV drama surgeon, the actor had a totally different career.
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Mary Fitzgerald didn't get the good news she was expecting. The "Selling Sunset" star gave an update on her IVF journey in a new podcast interview.
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Despite all that she endured the past few years, Wendy Williams remains resilient and ready to say "I Do" again. But is she actually newly married?
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Chloe and Halle Bailey are becoming forces among their peers, but they're also blowing up individually. Here's the real reason why they chose to part ways.
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Jenni "JWoww" Farley is head-over-heels for her man. Here’s what to know about the "Jersey Shore" star’s fiance Zack Carpinello.
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Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney claims she doesn't make as much money as most probably assume, even with multiple hit shows under belt. So what does she make?
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Josh and Mackenzie McKee of "Teen Mom OG" have had a rocky relationship over the last 12 years. Now, they have officially decided to split.
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Bethenny Frankel is letting fans know how she manages to stay in shape and her secret may surprise you. Here's how the "RHONY" alum maintains her physique.
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After an embarrassing arrest in front of her children in March, Hope Solo is speaking out about what she has learned from her situation.
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Legendary actor and director Tony Dow has died after being diagnosed with cancer, his management team confirmed. The actor was 77 years old.
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Months after Will Smith slapped him onstage at the Oscars, Chris Rock is making one thing about the whole predicament crystal clear.
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Chris Brown has made so many hit records and broken so many barriers, it's hard to keep track of his acomplishments. So where did his career really begin?
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Although Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott have been rumored to be heading toward to divorce for quite some time, the couple showed they may not be over yet.
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"90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After?" alum Michael Baltimore is now a wanted man by the U.S. Marshals after he was added to the infamous 15 Most Wanted list.
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While it's been nearly a year since the model spoke out about her horrifying CoolSculpting experience, Linda Evangelista is finally getting some justice.
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Following the news that Khloé Kardashian is expecting another child with Tristan Thompson via surrogate, Kardashian hints at her feelings about her ex.
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Tyra Banks took things a bit too far as the host of the popular competition show.
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Justin Bieber was diagnosed with the face-paralyzing condition, and longtime friend Usher has given an update as to his progress.
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Pete Davidson has an impressive roster of women he's been linked to, and his relationship with supermodel Kaia Gerber was short lived. Here's why.