Effie Orfanides

Effie Orfanides is a reporter at EntertainmentNow with more than two decades of experience in entertainment journalism. She has been a contributor for Heavy.com, the maker of EntertainmentNow, since 2017 covering celebrity and entertainment news, including reality TV. She specializes in shows like "The Real Housewives" and "Dancing With the Stars." Effie's bylines have appeared in People, Newsweek, and Men's Journal. Effie is also the CEO and founder of EO Digital and the mobile app beacheo. Effie graduated from The University of Massachusetts with a degree in English. She is based in Tampa, Florida.
Jenna Johnson and Val Chmerkovskiy.

Val Chmerkovskiy & Jenna Johnson Share Family Update

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"Dancing With the Stars" pros Val Chmerkovskiy and Jenna Johnson shared an update on their family while at an event.

Artem Chigvintsev.

Newly Divorced DWTS Pro Hopes to Have Another Child

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"Dancing With the Stars" pro Artem Chigvintsev said he'd be open to having another child.

Nikki Garcia.

DWTS Pro’s Ex Wants Next Relationship to Be Different

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Former "Dancing With the Stars" competitor Nikki Garcia talks about what she's looking for in a man.

Teddi Mellencamp.

Teddi Mellencamp Returns to Instagram for the First Time Since Brain Surgery

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"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Teddi Mellencamp has posted to Instagram for the first time since her brain surgery.

Skai Jackson.

Season 29 DWTS Alum Steps Out a Month After Giving Birth (PHOTO)

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"Dancing With the Stars" alum Skai Jackson opened up about becoming a mom.

Nikki Garcia.

Nikki Garcia Was ‘Happy’ on First Valentine’s Day Sans Artem Chigvintsev

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"Dancing With the Stars" alum Nikki Garcia was happy spending Valentine's Day with her son.

Andy Cohen and the RHONY cast.

Former ‘Real Housewives’ Star Sends Andy Cohen Replacement Cast List

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Former RHONY star Kelly Bensimon sent Andy Cohen a cast list for the franchise after its low ratings.

Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd.

How Maks Chmerkovskiy & Peta Murgatroyd Overcome the 1 Thing They Always Fight About

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Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd share the one thing they always fight about.

Joey Graziadei and Kelsey Anderson.

DWTS Champ Joey Graziadei’s Fiancee Receives Support From Pro

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Season 33 "Dancing With the Stars" champ Joey Graziadei's fiancee Kelsey Anderson is receiving love and support after losing her grandmother.

Meghan Markle.

Meghan Markle Channels Princess Diana in New Instagram Footage

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Meghan Markle posted a video in which she was wearing a blue Northwestern top that is similar to one previously worn by Princess Diana.

Charity Lawson.

DWTS Alum’s Relationship Update Amid Wedding Pause

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"Dancing With the Stars" semi-finalist Charity Lawson and her fiance Dotun Olubeko are still going strong.

Teddi Mellencamp.

Teddi Mellencamp Has ‘Turned the Corner’ Following Brain Surgery

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"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Teddi Mellencamp has "turned the corner" following her brain surgery.

Ben Affleck.

Ben Affleck ‘Casually Dating’ After Lopez Divorce: Report

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Actor Ben Affleck is reportedly casually dating again after his divorce from Jennifer Lopez was finalized.

Shawn Johnson and Nastia Liukin.

DWTS Champ Talks Mending 8-Year Rift With Another ‘Dancing’ Alum

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"Dancing With the Stars" champ Shawn Johnson talks mending her rift with Nastia Liukin.

Jason and Kylie Kelce.

Jason & Kylie Kelce May Be Done Having Kids

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Former NFLer Jason Kelce and his wife, Kylie Kelce, may be done having children after they welcome their fourth girl.

Kaitlyn Bristowe and Katie Thurston.

DWTS Champ Kaitlyn Bristowe Sends Prayers to Katie Thurston

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"Dancing With the Stars" champ and "Bachelorette" alum Kaitlyn Bristowe is sending prayers and warm wishes to Katie Thurston.

Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd.

Maks Chmerkovskiy & Peta Murgatroyd Talk Early Relationship

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Former "Dancing With the Stars" pro Maks Chmerkovkiy reveals the reason he broke up with Peta Murgatroyd.

Lauren and Arie Luyendyk.

Arie & Lauren Luyendyk Share Huge News With Fans

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Former "Bachelor" lead Arie Luyendyk and his wife, Lauren, have announced that they want to have another baby.

Rumer Willis.

DWTS Champ Shares Big News With Fans

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Season 20 "Dancing With the Stars" champ Rumer Willis is going to star in two upcoming episodes of Hulu's "Doctor Odyssey."

Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd.

Maks Chmerkovskiy & Peta Murgatroyd Address ‘Divorce’ & Why They Never Even Say the Word

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"Dancing With the Stars" cast members Peta Murgatroyd and Maks Chmerkovskiy talk about divorce and why they never say the word.

Rumer Willis.

Rumer Willis Welcomes New Family Member

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"Dancing With the Stars" champ Rumer Willis adopted a new puppy during a recent trip to Mexico.

Ilona Maher.

DWTS Season 33 Semi-Finalist Stuns in Bikini Snaps & Fans Are Loving the Pics

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Season 33 "Dancing With the Stars" semi-finalist Ilona Maher shared some photos from her shoot with Sports Illustrated.

Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd.

Peta Murgatroyd Shares Relationship Update With Maks Chmerkovskiy

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Peta Murgatroyd shared a bit of a relationship update with fans on February 14 on social media.

Kim DePaola.

RHONJ’s Kim D Spills Major Tea About Show’s Future

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Former RHONJ "friend of" Kim DePaola shared some tea about the future of the franchise.

Mark Ballas and Derek Hough.

Mark Ballas Teases Something Huge for DWTS Fans

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DWTS cast member Mark Ballas teases a possible tour with Derek Hough and Val Chmerkovskiy.

Shawn Johnson.

EXCLUSIVE: DWTS Champ Shawn Johnson Debuts Beam Kids & Gives Us the Scoop

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Shawn Johnson talks to EntertainmentNOW about her collaboration with Beam.

DWTS judges and hosts.

DWTS Fans Debate Having 2 Seasons After ‘Bachelorette’ Pause

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"Dancing With the Stars" fans are debating whether or not having two seasons of the show each year would be a good idea.

Prince William and Kate Middleton.

Prince William & Kate Middleton Opt for a Vacation Together Instead of the BAFTAs

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Prince William and Kate Middleton skipped the BAFTAs on February 16 because they are on vacation with their kids.

Kim Sae-ron.

Kim Sae-ron’s Last Instagram Post Uploaded 4 Weeks Ago

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South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron uploaded her last Instagram post on January 18.

Jenna Johnson and Val Chmerkovskiy.

Val Chmerkovskiy & Jenna Johnson Stun in Wedding Photoshoot

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“Dancing With the Stars” pros Val Chmerkovskiy and his wife, Jenna Johnson, posed for a magazine photoshoot, covering “Sophisticated Weddings.” ...