Shannon Raphael
Associate Editor, Reality TVShannon Raphael is a New York-based writer who is always willing to discuss reality TV, the latest pop culture news, and pasta.
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Elon Musk has children with three different women: Justine Wilson, Grimes, and Shivon Zilis.Reality TV The Bombshells on 'Love Island USA' Season 6 Are Stirring Things Up in the Villa
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'RHODubai' star Lesa Milan Hall's meet-cute with her husband rivals rom-coms.Entertainment Myka Stauffer "Rehomed" Adopted Son Huxley, but She Also Has Four Other Kids
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"I think I have what I was striving for, just happiness," Nicki said after getting her marriage license in 2019.Stream & Chill What Happens to Big Man at the End of 'Sweet Tooth'? His Fate Revealed
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Ariana Madix revealed that there is one person 'Vanderpump Rules' who won't be back after Season 11.Stream & Chill Kim and Khloe Kardashian Discuss Caitlyn Jenner and *That* Documentary on 'The Kardashians'
"This was my dad for 24 years," Khloé says, about Caitlyn talking about the family in a documentary.Entertainment Nikki Glaser Has Been Dating Boyfriend Chris Convy Off and On For 10 Years
Nikki says the turbulence in her relationship stems from her not directly addressing her complaints with Chris.Celebrity Relationships Is Tyler Stanaland Dating Anyone? An Update on His Status With Alex Hall
During an interview with 'People', Alex admitted "We don't speak," referring to where her relationship stands with Tyler.Reality TV 'Selling the OC' Agent Brandi Marshall Is Married to a Former Professional Basketball Player
"You came into my life late in my career and you stuck by my side through the ups and downs."Celebrity Relationships Who Is Tyler Cameron's Girlfriend? Fans Are Convinced They've Figure It Out
"I'd say I'm less floating [around in the dating scene], more dating someone."Reality TV Netflix's 'The Circle' Switches up Its Location for Season 6 (EXCLUSIVE)
In a departure from its predecessors, Season 6 of Netflix's beloved reality competition series 'The Circle' was filmed in the United States.Reality TV Before 'RHOM' Star Alexia Nepola Wed Todd Nepola, She Was Married Two Other Times
Alexia Nepola is about to be a single lady once again as Todd Nepola files for divorce after two years of marriage.Entertainment What Is the Meaning of Taylor Swift's Song, "Champagne Problems"?
Is this song about Joe?Human Interest Amie Harwick, Drew Carey's Ex-Fiancée, Was Murdered in February 2020 — A Look at the Tragic Story
"It feels like we've all let out a breath and are able to finally move on," said Carey about the conviction of Harwick's killer.Celebrity Relationships From Demi Lovato to Dominic Purcell, Here Are All the People Noah Cyrus Has Reportedly Dated
Noah got engaged in 2023, but her alleged past romance with her mom's future husband became big news in early 2024.Entertainment Pickle Wheat From 'Swamp People' Has a Long History of Gator Hunting
Cheyenne "Pickle" Wheat (aka "Pee Wee")'s family has a long history of looking for gatorsReality TV Is Ciara Miller Dating Anyone After Her 'Summer House' Season 6 Love Triangle?
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Miley Cyrus and boyfriend, Maxx Morando, were first romantically linked in 2021. He is the drummer for the band Liily. More on Miley’s dating history.Human Interest Disgraced Actor Danny Masterson Moved to Maximum-Security Prison That Once Housed Charles Manson
After being convicted of two counts of forcible rape, That '70s Show star Danny Masterson was sentenced to 30 years in prison. Details ahead.Reality TV 'Vanderpump Rules' Star Tom Sandoval on His Band: "People Love These Songs" (EXCLUSIVE)
Tom Sandoval is the lead man of a cover band that's featured on 'Vanderpump Rules,' and he shared exclusive details about his music.Reality TV 'Below Deck Mediterranean' Stew Kyle Viljoen Secretly Wed Zachary Riley in 2023
On Jan. 12, 2024, 'Below Deck Med' star Kyle Viljoen revealed he and Zachary Riley married on April 6, 2023. They kept it secret for almost a year.Entertainment From Showmances to Strollers: 'Big Brother' Couples Embrace Parenthood!
'Big Brother' hit the scene in 2000, and guess what? Marriages and babies galore! Get ready for a refresher on all the love and tiny houseguests!Reality TV Who Is Jennifer Cook? Meet the 'Love on the Spectrum' Autism Expert (EXCLUSIVE)
Jennifer Cook, an autism expert, appears in 'Love on the Spectrum U.S.' Season 1 and 2 to help several of the participants get ready for their dates.Reality TV 'Love on the Spectrum' Fans Are Still Rooting for Abbey and David After the First Season
Abbey and David met in the first season of 'Love on the Spectrum U.S.' The California-based duo won viewers over and many want to know if they're together now.Reality TV Cian O'Clery and Jennifer Cook From 'Love on the Spectrum' on Season 2 (EXCLUSIVE)
'Love on the Spectrum U.S.' director and showrunner Cian O'Clery and autism expert Jennifer Cook discussed Season 2 in an exclusive interview.Reality TV When Did 'Southern Charm' Stars Olivia Flowers and Thomas Ravenel Hookup? Details
'Southern Charm' star Olivia Flowers confirmed that she previously hooked up with Thomas Ravenel during the Season 9 reunion episode.Entertainment Most of the 'Laguna Beach' Cast Have Replaced Their Cabo Trips With Kid-Friendly Outings
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Ashley McArthur was convicted of killing private investigator Taylor Wright. Where is she now? And Where is Taylor's girlfriend Casandra Waller?Television Gobble up These 10 Thanksgiving TV Episodes to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
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Elisabeth Fritzl had seven kids with her dad one the decades he had her trapped in the family's basement. Where is Elisabeth Fritzl now? Details.Reality TV Find Out When You Can Watch New Episodes of 'FBoy Island' Season 3
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