Nicole Cord-Cruz
School
De La Salle University
Expertise
Boy Bands, Celebrity Couples, Pop Music
- Nicole's celebrity writing experience dates back to 2016, when she contributed to building content for the blogs of celebrities like Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Benson, Snooki, and JWoww.
- While she enjoys working on different projects and thrives when taking on a challenge, the only time writing doesn't feel like work is when she's spreading the good word of Kim Kardashian.
- She likes taking yearly trips to the Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California, so she can pay a visit to the set of Central Perk in "Friends," which she wholeheartedly believes is her second home.
Experience
In her decade of professional writing experience, Nicole has written all sorts of content, from tweets and greeting cards to listicles and long-form think pieces. She joined Static Media in 2021 as a writer for Nicki Swift, but she has since contributed to other brands, including The List, Women, and Explore. Over the years, her writing has appeared in various places online, including Hello! Magazine, Insider, E! News, and Us Weekly.
Education
Nicole holds a bachelor's degree in organizational communication from De La Salle University, where she was part of the dean's list for several trimesters. For her thesis and internship, she helped create social media and direct mail campaigns for Make-A-Wish Foundation to help more kids get their wishes granted.
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 Nicole Cord-Cruz
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Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin's only son Moses has left his tiny tot days far behind. He's all grown up now, and the resemblance to his dad is uncanny.
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Several artists including Lainey Wilson performed in honor of the late Toby Keith at the 2024 CMT Awards, and it visibly moved the singer's family members.
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It seems Keith Urban is taking a page out of his wife Nicole Kidman's book when it comes to plastic surgery, based on his appearance at the 2024 CMT Awards.
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Wendy Williams and Britney Spears might not mingle in the same social spheres, but a situation beyond their control binds these two stars together.
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Nikki Haley's relationship with Donald Trump is anything but simple, and the former presidential hopeful has lobbed plenty of jabs at her former rival.
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Kate Middleton is sometimes spotted without her famous engagement ring, but the reasons why are likely much more innocent than fans speculate.
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She was once hailed as the undisputed Queen of Southern Cooking, until a sizzling scandal caused Paula Deen's culinary kingdom to crumble like a poorly set pie.
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Barron Trump may tower over his father, Donald Trump, but the teen is more like him than not, as Barron demonstrated with his signature walk and thumbs-up move.
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Wendy Williams has always placed her son on a pedestal, high above the rest, yet he's hitting some serious turbulence following her gut-wrenching diagnosis.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs is at the receiving end of multiple disturbing lawsuits, with one suggesting the hip-hop mogul had a roster of famous faces on his payroll.
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Just when you thought you knew Bianca Censori from her eye-catching outfits, a recently resurfaced video has revealed a side to the model not seen by many.
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Diddy and Yung Miami mostly kept their relationship away from prying eyes but once Cassie sued the hip-hop mogul for sexual assault, it was over between them.
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Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid haven't made it official just yet, but the breadcrumbs suggest there's a romance brewing between the actor and the catwalk queen.
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While Kim Kardashian dedicated years to sidestepping its shadow, that notorious sex tape played a pivotal role in padding her bank account.
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Melania Trump fulfilled her role as first lady when she had to, but it was obvious that a political life in Washington D.C. wasn't for her.
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Bridget Moynahan starred as attorney Erin Reagan in CBS' "Blue Bloods" for 14 years, but she almost turned down the role to focus on her son.
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Singer Dua Lipa and model Anwar Hadid had a cozy relationship, but the pressures of long-distance dating made them take a break before finally calling it quits.
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Sharing screen time doesn't automatically translate to buddy-buddy status off-camera. So, are Emma Stone and Bradley Cooper BFFs or just colleagues?
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Austin Butler is known for his commitment to roles, including being unable to shake his Elvis accent after the movie. For "Dune 2," the actor proudly went bald.
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Donald Trump hasn't been exactly silent about his take on Prince Harry. But what exactly sparked the beef between the former president and the royal rebel?
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Despite Florence Pugh and Zach Braff seeming all in, they hit the brakes on their romance. However, their post-split vibe is far from the usual drama.
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While celebs frequently hire bodyguards for their safety, sometimes these protectors have have no choice but to turn against their famed employers.
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Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles captured everyone's attention until their whirlwind romance eventually fizzled out. Here's what really went wrong.
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Once crowned "The Queen of All Media," Wendy Williams has seen her reign topple, losing the show that shot her to stardom and the fortune that came with it.
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It's hard to get close to Drake, especially if his security team has anything to say. His former bodyguards have opened up about working with the musician.
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Scandalous rumors spread like wildfire after Gwen Powell and Gigi Paris called it quits. But what's the truth behind the breakup? Here's what we know.
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Melania Trump has been noticeably absent on the campaign trail for husband Donald Trump's re-election bid, but he claims there's nothing sinister going on.