Manuella Libardi
School
University Of Houston, Institut Barcelona D'Estudis Internacionals
Expertise
British Royals, Celebrity Relationships & Childhoods, Politics
- Manuella has been a news writer at Nicki Swift since February 2021.
- She particularly enjoys covering the intersection between politics and entertainment.
- Manuella believes that following the royal family is the best reality show.
Experience
Manuella started out as a hard news reporter in Texas in 2013. She has been a reporter, writer, and editor for more than a decade. In 2018, she started writing about travel and lifestyle while living in Europe and eventually branched out to entertainment news. Her newfound passion led her to the Nicki Swift news team in 2021. She particularly enjoys exploring political figures' personal (and often shady) lives. Since joining Nicki, she has delved extensively into celebrities' tragic pasts and messy relationships.
Education
Manuella has two separate bachelor's degrees from the University of Houston — journalism and English literature. She went on to receive a master's degree in International Relations from the Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI).
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 Manuella Libardi
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Throughout her career, Sara Gilbert has strived to reflect everyday people, and she took that goal seriously when she encouraged "The Talk" to go makeup-free.
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Bill Clinton was the subject of many unsubstantiated rumors in the '90s, but one of the most ridiculous is that Chelsea isn't his real daughter.
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Dolly Parton is renowned for her iconic and glamorous look, going so far as to claim fans will likely never see her without make up.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is no stranger to controversy. From his heroin arrest as a teen to his anti-vax rhetoric, he regularly lands himself in hot water.
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While they’re already raising two kids, Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo are crossing their fingers that their IVF journey brings another bundle of joy into the mix.
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Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds want their children to have as normal of a childhood as possible, away from the prying eyes of the paparazzi and public.
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Believe it or not, Queen Camilla was once known to enjoy a drag off a smoke. Here’s what we know about her bad habit and when she finally kicked it.
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As the son of beloved "Superman" star Christopher Reeve, Will Reeve has been through a number of tragedies that go beyond just the loss of his father.
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Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher have one of the most enduring relationships in showbiz. So, is there any truth to those persistent divorce rumors?
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Barron Trump is the youngest of his siblings, but he shares a special bond with one in particular: Tiffany Trump, who's taken a shine to her younger brother.
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Amid his firing from "Good Morning America," reports surfaced about Rob Marciano's behind-the-scenes behavior, including a feud with his colleague Ginger Zee.
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Jill Biden's ex-husband, Bill Stevenson, isn't afraid to share his opinions on the presidential couple. In interviews, Stevenson has called Joe Biden a liar.
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Melania Trump has kept a low profile in recent years and isn't often seen by her husband's side, but there are reasonable explanations for her absence.
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Justin Timberlake’s mugshot sent the internet into a frenzy -did the singer go under the knife? We brought in a cosmetic dermatologist to break it down for us.
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Before he was an acclaimed country artist, Jelly Roll spent more than a decade going in and out of prison. Here are his most unforgettable memories.
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Amid Joe Biden's 2024 reelection campaign, former first lady Michelle Obama hasn't been seen as often with her successor, Jill Biden. Are they actually close?
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Jelly Roll's mother-in-law passed away in 2022, and the country star has been open about watching his wife Bunnie Xo deal with the complicated emotions.
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Jelly Roll's wife, Bunnie Xo, has undergone a plastic surgery transformation. Over the years, she's been open about what she's had done (and undone).
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Chelsea Clinton knows all too well the hate that comes with being part of a political family, which is why she's keeping her kids out of the public eye.
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While Michelle Obama's brother, Craig Robinson, has had a successful life full of major achievements, he's also faced an incredible amount of adversity.
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Donald Trump's lawyer Alina Habba claims to have come from humble beginnings, but a deeper look at her family suggests there's more to the story.
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With Donald Trump's youngest son Barron set to attend college, his father and four older siblings' alma maters could possibly hint at his choice.
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Despite being shot multiple times, there was just one bullet that proved fatal for rapper Biggie Smalls, who died in a drive-by shooting in March 1997.
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It’s hardly a secret in the Beltway that Ivanka is Donald Trump’s favorite child, with his strange and often bizarre comments about her fueling endless chatter.
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Candace Cameron Bure and husband Valeri Bure are known for their traditional Christian beliefs, which have led to some interesting details about their marriage.
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Clint Eastwood has had his fair share of relationships over the years. Here's everything his exes have said after breaking up with the Hollywood icon.
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Fans of “Long Island Medium” were left stunned when Theresa Caputo announced her divorce from her husband, Larry. But seriously, what ever happened to him?