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.
Tinsley Mortimer.

Tinsley Mortimer Returns to Instagram With Big News

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Tinsley Mortimer made a return to Instagram to share some excited personal news.

A couple arguing.

Season 31 DWTS Alum Almost Got Divorced While She Was Competing

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A "Dancing With the Star's' alum and her husband went through a very tough time while she was competing on season 31.

Sasha Farber and Emma Slater.

Emma Slater Reveals Where Her & Sasha Farber’s Relationship Stands Amid Divorce

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Emma Slater shared an update on her relationship with Sasha Farber months after she filed for divorce.

Kim Zolciak.

Kim Zolciak Getting ‘Flirty’ With Rapper 12 Years Her Junior: Report

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Kim Zolciak may be ready to move on from Kroy Biermann romantically.

Dean Unglert and Caelynn Miller-Keyes.

Caelynn Miller-Keyes & Dean Unglert Make Big Announcement

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Dean Unglert and Caelynn Miller-Keyes are sharing some exciting news in the aftermath of their wedding.

Charity Lawson, Ariana Madix, Xochitl Gomez, and Lele Pons.

DWTS Frontrunner Suffers ‘Scary’ Injury as Competition Heats Up

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A season 32 competitor has suffered an injury.

A man holding a pen.

DWTS Alum Shares First Post Since Husband’s Divorce Filing

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A "Dancing With the Stars" alum has shared a post after her husband filed for divorce.

Rumer Willis.

DWTS Champ Rumer Willis Calls Out Internet Trolls Amid Criticism

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A "Dancing With the Stars" champ is speaking out after people had nasty things to say about her online.

Erika Jayne.

Erika Jayne Lands Own Spinoff Special: Report

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Erika Jayne may be the latest "Real Housewives" star to land a Bravo spinoff.

Derek Hough.

DWTS Champ Says Crush on Derek Hough May Have Led to an ‘Affair’

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One of Derek Hough's former "Dancing With the Stars" partners says that she had a major crush on him.

Andy Cohen.

Former ‘Real Housewives’ Star Calls Out Andy Cohen: ‘It Backfired on Him’

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A former "Real Housewives" star is continuing to talk about her time with Andy Cohen on WWHL.

Becca Kufrin and Thomas Jacobs.

Becca Kufrin & Thomas Jacobs Reveal How They Spent Their Would-Be Wedding Day

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Becca Kufrin and Thomas Jacobs spent their would-be wedding day with their newborn son, Benson.

DWTS season 32 cast.

DWTS Alum Has ‘Theories’ About His Elimination

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A "Dancing With the Stars" alum is speaking out about his elimination from the show.

Jax Taylor and airplanes.

Jax Taylor in the Middle of Airplane Safety Issue

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Jax Taylor was recently on a flight when something in his seat malfunctioned causing a delay.

Adrian Peterson and Britt Stewart.

Britt Stewart Shares What Everyone Should Know About Adrian Peterson [Exclusive]

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Britt Stewart opens up about her partnership with Adrian Peterson on season 32 of "Dancing With the Stars."

Mauricio Umansky.

Fans Are Confused About Mauricio Umansky & Leslie Bega Photo

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Mauricio Umansky and Leslie Bega's photo has left some fans completely baffled.

JP Rosenbaum and Ashley Herbert.

Ashley Hebert & JP Rosenbaum Reunite for a Special Night

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Ashley Hebert and JP Rosenbaum shared a photo together at the Luke Bryan concert.

Mark Ballas, Keo Motsepe, Tony Dovolani, Louis Van Amstel, Maks Chmerkovskiy.

Maksim Chmerkovskiy Confirms He Will Never Return to DWTS [Exclusive]

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A "Dancing With the Stars" pro says he has no interest in returning to the show in any capacity.

Maks Chmerkovskiy, Brandy, Heather Morris, Hope Solo, and Mel B.

Maksim Chmerkovskiy Reveals Partner With ‘Worst Chemistry’

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A "Dancing With the Stars" pro shared some inside scoop.

Leslie Bega.

Who Is Leslie Bega, Mauricio Umansky’s Friend?

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Mauricio Umansky has been spotted with former actor-turned-real-estate agent, Leslie Bega.

Kym Herjavec.

Kym Herjavec Announces New Gig 6 Years After Leaving ‘Dancing With the Stars’

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Kym Herjavec shared some exciting news with her fans.

Ezra Sosa and Charity Lawson.

Fans Hope DWTS Cast Member Gets a Full-Time Spot on Season 33

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Fans are hoping that a DWTS cast member gets a big promotion.

Kroy Biermann.

Kroy Biermann Nearly Unrecognizable With Full, Dark Facial Hair: PHOTO

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Kroy Biermann has completely changed his look amid his divorce proceedings.

Fire and ice fists.

DWTS Pro Says ‘Reports Made’ Amid Problematic Partnership

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A "Dancing With the Stars" pro is speaking out again about a former partner that made her uncomfortable.

It's over on heartbroken background.

DWTS Alum Splits From Fiance: ‘It Did Not End How I Wanted It’

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A "Dancing With the Stars" alum has ended her engagement.

DWTS logo.

DWTS Pro Confirms Return to the Ballroom

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A "Dancing With the Stars" pro shared an update on his health.

A baby holding a 4-leaf clover.

Maria Menounos Shares Rare Photo of Infant’s Face

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A "Dancing With the Stars" alum shared a rare look at her baby.

Becca Kufrin.

Becca Kufrin Says Newborn Son ‘Broke’ Her

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Becca Kufrin has given fans an update on how she's doing after giving birth to her first child.

Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd.

Maks Chmerkovskiy & Peta Murgatroyd Share Their Favorite Moment About Bringing Baby Rio Home [Exclusive]

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Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd share an update on life at home with two boys.

Tom Sandoval.

Tom Sandoval Talks Bringing ‘Some Honor Back’ to His Family Name

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Tom Sandoval is talking about being on the other side of Scandoval.