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.
Kaitlyn Bristowe.

EXCLUSIVE: Kaitlyn Bristowe Shares Updates on Wedding Planning

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A "Dancing With the Stars" champ is moving full steam ahead with wedding planning.

A wedding table.

‘Real Housewives’ Star Is Set to Remarry 10 Years After Divorce

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A "Real Housewives" star is getting ready to tie the knot 10 years after her divorce.

Meryl Davis and Maks Chmerkovskiy

DWTS Champ Is Unrecognizable in Throwback Pics

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A "Dancing With the Stars" champ shared throwback photos.

Robert Herjavec and Kym Herjavec.

SEE IT: Kym & Robert Herjavec’s Twins’ Latest Adventure Involves Classic Game

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Kym and Robert Herjavec's twins made an appearance on Instagram.

Teresa Giudice and Audriana Giudice.

SEE IT: Fans Can’t Believe How Grown Up 13-Year-Old Audriana Giudice Looks in New Pics

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Audriana Giudice is 13-years-old and fans can't believe how much she's grown up over the years.

Tom Schwartz

Tom Schwartz ‘Made Out’ With Another Reality Star in Mexico: Source

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Tom Schwartz may be getting back out there post-split.

DWTS promo

DWTS Fans Vow Not to Watch Season 31 After Promo Starring New Host Is Released

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Longtime DWTS fans say they won't be tuning in to watch season 31.

Sharna Burgess

Sharna Burgess Tells Fans to ‘Unfollow’ Her After They Complain About Her Content

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Sharna Burgess shared some messages she's received about the content she's been posting on Instagram.

Praying hands.

DWTS Pro Issues Plea to Fans: ‘Please Stay With Me’

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A DWTS pro is going through an emotional time.

Andy Cohen.

‘Real Housewife’ Makes Surprising Move Following Harsh Andy Cohen Tweets

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A "Real Housewives" star has made a surprising move.

Hayley Erbert and Derek Hough.

Derek Hough’s Fiancee Injured on Stage During Las Vegas Show

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Derek Hough's fiance suffered an injury while performing in Las Vegas.

Ariana Madix.

‘Vanderpump Rules’ Star Shares Sad News With Fans

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A "Vanderpump Rules" star shared sad news with fans.

Caroline Manzo.

CONFIRMED: Caroline Manzo Was Asked to Return to RHONJ

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Caroline Manzo was asked by Bravo to return to RHONJ.

Andy Cohen.

Andy Cohen Dragged by ‘Real Housewives’ Star in Scathing Tweet

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Andy Cohen was called out by a "Real Housewives" alum.

UHAUL

DWTS Pro Reveals Family’s Plan to Move Out of State

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A DWTS pro is moving west ahead of season 31.

DWTS finale.

Ex-Girlfriend of DWTS Semi Finalist Says She ‘Doesn’t Want to Talk’ About Split

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A "Dancing With the Stars" semi-finalist is healing after a breakup.

Dina Manzo and Teresa Giudice.

Teresa Giudice Addresses Dina Manzo Feud Rumors

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Teresa Giudice talked about Dina Manzo on a teaser podcast episode.

Erika Jayne

Erika Jayne Gets Dragged by RHOBH Co-Star: ‘Totally Inappropriate’

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Erika Jayne was ripped by her co-star over the incident between her and Garcelle Beauvais' son.

RHUGT cast.

LOOK: Popular ‘Real Housewives’ OGs Team Up for Epic Side Project

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"Real Housewives" stars have joined forces once again.

Caroline Manzo and Joe Gorga.

Caroline Manzo Comments on Joe Gorga’s Post After His Fight With Teresa Giudice

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Fans react after Caroline Manzo and her daughter comment on Joe Gorga's Instagram post.

Joe Gorga and Teresa Giudice

Insider Reveals Why Teresa Giudice Continues to Fight With Her Brother

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Teresa Giudice and Joe Gorga's relationship might be over for good.

Joe Gorga

SEE IT: Fans Left Flabbergasted by Joe Gorga’s ‘Cactus’ Pic

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RHONJ fans got a bit of a surprise with Joe Gorga's latest post.

Sasha Farber.

Sasha Farber Shares Sad Post Amid Emma Slater Split Rumors

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Sasha Farber shared a Reel about dealing with loss.

RHOBH cast.

Real Housewife Responds to Rumors That She’s Having an Affair With Her Co-Star’s Husband

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A RHOBH star has fired back after being accused of having an affair with her co-star's husband.

RHOBH cast.

Controversial TLC Star Wants to Join Hit Bravo Show

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A former reality star said she's ready to join a Bravo franchise.

Teresa Giudice, Andy Cohen, Melissa Gorga

Andy Cohen Gives Surprising Update About RHONJ Season 13 Trailer

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Andy Cohen spoke out about the RHONJ trailer.

Dorinda Medley and Brandi Glanville.

Fans Drag ‘Real Housewives’ Star After a Hypothetical Comment About the Death of a Child

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A "Real Housewives" star made a hypothetical comment that has caused a debate among fans.

Robert and Kym Herjavec.

SEE IT: Robert Herjavec Shares Rare Photo of Twins in the DWTS Ballroom

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Robert Herjavec shared a rare photo of his twins in the DWTS ballroom in honor of his wife's birthday.

Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright.

VPR Fans React to Jax Taylor & Brittany Cartwright’s Big Career News

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Fans have reacted to Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright's career change.

Joe Gorga and Teresa Giudice.

Was Joe Gorga Going to Walk Teresa Giudice Down the Aisle?

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Joe Gorga responds to people wondering why he didn't walk his sister down the aisle.