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.
A couple with matching tattoos.

DWTS Champ Opens Up About New Boyfriend for the First Time

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A former "Dancing With the Stars" champion is opening up about her new relationship.

Mirrorball Trophy.

DWTS Pro Opens Up About ‘Selfish’ Adoption Decision

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A DWTS pro has shared some details about his decision to adopt older children.

Nyle DiMarco.

DWTS Champ Nyle DiMarco Mourns Big Family Loss

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Nyle DiMarco is mourning an incredible loss.

RHOBH cast.

Denise Richards Says ‘Terrifying’ Incident May Have Been Mistaken Identity

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A former RHOBH star was involved in a shooting that she believes was a case of mistaken identity.

Mirrorball Trophy.

DWTS Alum Mourns the Shocking Death of 15-Year-Old Niece

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A former "Dancing With the Stars" competitor is mourning a tragic loss.

Sasha Farber and Emma Slater.

Sasha Farber Hints He’s Single in New Instagram Caption

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Sasha Farber shared a post on Instagram that hints that he's single.

A sad woman.

‘Real Housewives’ Star Is ‘Starting Over’ After Relapse

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A "Real Housewives" star revealed that she has relapsed amid her sobriety journey.

Lance Bass and Carrie Ann Inaba.

DWTS Alums React to Star’s Surprise Pregnancy News

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Several people from DWTS past and present are reacting to Rihanna's Super Bowl performance and her pregnancy announcement.

A mother holding her daughter's hand.

Former DWTS Co-Host Is a ‘Mess’ Amid Family Update

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Former DWTS competitor and co-host has shared a family update.

Sean Lowe.

‘Bachelor’ Sean Lowe Returns to Instagram With Devastating News

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Sean Lowe has lost a very important person in his life.

Brittany Cartwright.

Brittany Cartwright Is ‘Thankful to Be Here’ Following Health Scare

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Brittany Cartwright has provided an update on her health scare after a trip to the hospital.

Sharna Burgess & Brian Austin Green.

Sharna Burgess & Brian Austin Green Give Joint Interview About DWTS

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Sharna Burgess and Brian Austin Green were initially against the idea of doing "Dancing With the Stars" together.

Margaret Josephs.

Margaret Josephs Makes Bold Claim About RHONJ Co-Star

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Margaret Josephs thinks she knows who is behind the Melissa Gorga cheating rumors.

Artem Chigvintsev.

DWTS Champ Talks Chemistry With Artem Chigvintsev

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A former DWTS champ talks about the chemistry she had with Artem Chigvintsev.

Pasha Pashkov and Daniella Karagach.

Pasha Pashkov & Daniella Karagach Share Photos From Romantic Babymoon

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Pasha Pashkov and Daniella Karagach went on a babymoon in the Caribbean.

Andy Cohen.

Andy Cohen Blasts ‘Real Housewives’ Star After Finale Airs

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Andy Cohen took up an issue, putting a "Real Housewives" star in the hot seat on "Watch What Happens Live."

Brittany Cartwright.

Brittany Cartwright Posts Hospital Photo, Asks Fans for Prayers

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Brittany Cartwright went to the hospital and asked fans to keep her in their prayers.

Teresa Giudice.

Teresa Giudice Links Up With Former BFF in Surprising Move: PHOTO

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Teresa Giudice appears to have ended a multi-year feud with an old friend.

Mirrorball Trophy.

DWTS Champ Opens Up About ‘Really Dark Time’

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A DWTS champ opened up about a "dark time" in her life.

RHOBH cast.

2 Current RHOBH Stars Are ‘Not on Speaking Terms’ Ahead of Season 13

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Two RHOBH stars have yet to mend their broken relationship.

RHONJ season 13 cast.

Full-Time RHONJ Star Reveals if She’s In or Out for Season 14

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A full-time RHONJ star shared her feelings on continuing forward with the show.

A swing.

DWTS Alum Recalls Scary Incident When Someone Tried to ‘Take’ Her Son

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A DWTS alum talked about an incident at a playground where someone tried to "take" her young son.

A bride and groom.

DWTS Pro & Wife Saddened by Unfortunate Wedding Incident

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A DWTS alum and her pro husband had a hiccup at their recent wedding.

Kyle Richards.

Jeff Lewis Thinks Kyle Richards Was Taking Ozempic

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Jeff Lewis spoke out about Kyle Richards' new body.

Phaedra Parks, Kyle Richards, and Camille Grammer.

‘Real Housewives’ Stars Mourn the Unexpected Death of Grayson Smiley

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Several "Real Housewives" stars are sending their condolences to another star and her family after her husband's son died unexpectedly.

Artem Chigvintsev and Nikki Bella.

Why Nikki Bella & Artem Chigvintsev May Not Have Any More Kids

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Nikki Bella and Artem Chigvintsev have been thinking about future plans.

An engaged couple.

Newest DWTS Pro ‘Cried Multiple Times’ Ahead of Big Weekend

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The newest DWTS pro has a lot to celebrate lately.

Andy Cohen and Snooki Polizzi.

Andy Cohen Explains Why There Won’t Be a ‘Jersey Shore’ Crossover on RHONJ

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Andy Cohen told Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi why she won't ever be a part of RHONJ.

Kate Chastain.

Reality Star Doubles Down on Calling Kate Chastain a ‘Cancer’

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Kate Chastain appeared on season 1 of "The Traitors."

A newborn baby's hand.

DWTS Semi-Finalist Shares Surprise Baby News After Trying for a ‘Decade’ to Get Pregnant

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A DWTS alum is expecting her first baby after trying for a decade to get pregnant.