Maddie Brown
School
New York University
Expertise
"Real Housewives Of New York", Pop Divas, '90s R&B Music
- Maddie's concert review of Katy Perry's signed-singer CYN garnered high praise from her and her PR reps.
- Grammy-nominated artist Saint Bodhi once re-posted Maddie's article about her.
- As a Mariah Carey fan, she has watched dozens of music videos and interviews featuring the R&B diva.
Experience
Maddie has been a professional writer for six years. She began her career as a journalist for Baeble Music, where she wrote about artists, albums, and concerts. She has also worked as a copywriter for SeedX, a digital marketing agency that was named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 Class of 2021. In June 2022, she joined Nicki Swift's celebrity news team, where she reports on a variety of pop-culture topics.
Education
Maddie graduated as a University Honors Scholar from New York University, where she obtained a bachelor's degree in theatre.
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 Maddie Brown
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After an extensive investigation, four women accused Russell Brand of rape, sexual assault, and emotional abuse. Here's what we know about the allegations.
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Angie Harmon has three daughters with ex-husband, Jason Sehorn. Her oldest, Finley Faith, is all grown up and is a doppelganger of her gorgeous mom.
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James Broderick, the only son of Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick, is all grown up and looks like the spitting image of his famous mother.
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The public has been drawn to Bijou Phillips, given her relationship with Danny Masterson, but her half-sister Mackenzie has also seen her own share of trouble.
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What's the deal with Elon Musk and the mother of his twins, Shivon Zitis? Here's a look inside the unusual relationship.
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Scooter Braun's career took off when he stumbled upon Justin Bieber, but you might be surprised what he did before rubbing shoulders with the A-list stars.
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After being sentenced to 30 years in prison on two counts of rape, "That '70s Show" star Danny Masterson turned to his wife, Bijou Phillips.
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Journalist Katie Couric and billionaire businessman Tom Werner were a huge couple during the early 2000s. Here is the real reason why the pair called it quits.
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Joe Gatto and Bessy Gatto are giving their marriage another go, but the "Impractical Jokers" star's choice of words has fans speculating about why they split.
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Simon Cowell and his fiancee Lauren Silverman have a son together and are planning their wedding. The pair shares a substantial age gap.
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"90 Day Fiancé" has its fair share of enduring couples, but Ashley Martson and Jay Smith definitely aren't in that category. Here's why she thinks they split.
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Once again, comedian Kathy Griffin took aim at former president Donald Trump by mocking his mugshot.
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Tales of Hollywood co-stars clashing are a dime a dozen, but what about "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" stars Mariska Hargitay and Kelli Giddish?
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While Marisol Nichols' life isn't as chaotic as her "Riverdale" character, she has been unlucky with love. Here's a look at her split from her second husband.
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Ronan Keating skyrocketed to fame with his chart-topping cover of "When You Say Nothing At All." Fast forward, his son is now a fully grown reality TV star.
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Reality stars Holly Madison and Zak Bagans broke up in 2021, but it seems the former Playboy bunny and the ghost hunter have rekindled their romance.
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Were Jennifer Garner and Patrick Dempsey ever more than co-stars? They were rumored to have a fling while he was estranged from his wife.
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Followers of "The Curse of Oak Island" have been riveted by Marty Lagina's relentless quest for treasure. But what's the scoop on his better half?
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"Grey's Anatomy" star Sarah Drew's daughter Hannah looks just like the TV doc - but that's not the only thing she inherited from her mother!
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HGTV's Alison Victoria has had some notable personal and professional breakups. So, what do we know about her ex-husband, Luke Harding?
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Andrew Walker and his family endured financial struggles before he broke through as a star in Hallmark movies.
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Kelly Clarkson bares her soul in the raw and emotional track "Mine" from her 10th studio album, "Chemistry," but what is the real meaning behind the song?
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Justin Trudeau and Sophie Grégoire decided to throw in the towel in 2023, but cheating rumors were already making headlines before the politician took office.
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Kyle Richards and Morgan Wade are using the country star's upcoming music video to address the romance rumors that continue to follow their friendship.
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Gigi Hadid sure knows how to surround herself with an A-list squad, but Leah McCarthy is the models absolute BFF. Here's what we know about her.
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Sinéad O'Connor's first single wasn't her classic hit "Nothing Compares to U." Her first hit was "Mandinka," a civil rights songs based on the African tribe.
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Asa Ellerup's life has changed dramatically since the arrest of her husband Rex Heuermann. Now, Heuermann's estranged wife has one desperate ask of the public.