Nikole Behrens

Nikole Behrens is a contributor at EntertainmentNow with five years of professional writing in the entertainment world. She joined the EntertainmentNow team in 2026, covering "Dancing With the Stars," HGTV, and TLC. Before joining EntertainmentNow, Nikole was an editor for The Broken Plate and The Digital Literature Review at Ball State University. Her work has previously appeared in The Lebanon Reporter, Potluck Mag, and TV Shows Ace. Nikole graduated from Ball State University with a degree in Creative Writing. She currently resides in Columbus, Ohio.
Jackson Olson and Emma Slater

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Season 35 Two-Night Premiere Features a Double Elimination

Nikole Behrens

As the 'Dancing With the Stars' season 35 premiere looms, Hulu confirmed two couples will go home during the first week.

Brendan Fraser

Brendan Fraser Recalls Nearly Losing His Life While Filming ‘The Mummy’

Nikole Behrens

While filming 'The Mummy' in 1999, Brendan Fraser almost lost his life during a stunt gone awry. Hear him describe the harrowing incident.

Danny Fujikawa and Kate Hudson

Kate Hudson Reveals the Reason She & Fiancé Danny Fujikawa Haven’t Tied the Knot Yet

Nikole Behrens

'Running Point' star Kate Hudson is still engaged to Danny Fujikawa. She shares what truly gets in the way of wedding planning.

Scott McGillivray and family

Scott McGillivray Shares Fatherly Advice to His Girls As They Head Back to School (PHOTO)

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HGTV star Scott McGillivray just sent his daughters back to school. He's sharing his fatherly advice as the girls start a new year.

Pete Davidson

Pete Davidson Can’t Wait to Share Memories of His Late Father With His Daughter, Scottie

Nikole Behrens

'Saturday Night Live' alum Pete Davidson lost his father, Scott Matthew Davidson, on 9/11. He plans to share his memory with his daughter.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner

Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s Widow Takes Legal Action Over the Family Home

Nikole Behrens

The late Malcolm-Jamal Warner's mother and widow are embroiled in a legal battle over his estate, including the sale of the family home.

Reese Witherspoon, Ava Phillippe, Deacon Phillippe

Reese Witherspoon & Daughter Ava, 27, Look Identical in Sweet Birthday Post

Nikole Behrens

'Legally Blonde' star Reese Witherspoon's daughter, Ava Phillippe, looks so much like her famous mother as she celebrates her 27th birthday.

Mark Ballas and Maura Higgins

DWTS Season 35 Cast Members Have ‘Strict’ New Rule to Follow

Nikole Behrens

Ahead of the 'Dancing With the Stars' season 35 premiere, there is a new rule for the season that competitors had to agree to.

Pete Davidson

Pete Davidson Bravely Opens Up About His Father’s Passing Ahead of 9/11 Anniversary

Nikole Behrens

'Saturday Night Live' alum Pete Davidson discussed honoring his father's memory as the 25th anniversary of 9/11 nears.

Dancing With the Stars

Who Is Most Likely to Win ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Season 35?

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Which of the 'Dancing With the Stars' season 35 contestants is most likely to bring home the Mirrorball trophy? The statistics are in.

Alan Genkin, Adele Zaikman, Robert Irwin, Selena Hamilton, AJ Pritchard

Will There Ever Be ‘Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro’ Season 2?

Nikole Behrens

Now that 'The Next Pro' winner Adele Zaikman has joined DWTS, fans wonder if there will be another season of the spin-off.

James Van Der Beek, Angela Ribeiro, Alfonso Ribeiro

The Ribeiro Family Mourns James Van Der Beek 7 Months After His Passing

Nikole Behrens

Seven months after James Van Der Beek passed away, Alfonso and Angela Ribeiro are still mourning his heartbreaking loss.

Jenna Johnson

Jenna Johnson Dishes on DWTS Wardrobe Malfunction, ‘The Show Must Go On’

Nikole Behrens

'Dancing With the Stars' pro Jenna Johnson revealed that one of her costume zippers broke just seconds before a performance.

Martha Stewart and John F. Kennedy Jr.

Martha Stewart Shares the Haunting Advice She Gave JFK Jr. Before His 1999 Plane Crash

Nikole Behrens

Martha Stewart met with John F. Kennedy Jr. just days before he and his wife and sister-in-law perished in a plane crash.

Drew Scott

Drew Scott Dishes on His Biggest Bathroom Design Ick

Nikole Behrens

HGTV star Drew Scott recently showed fans one bathroom design fixture they should certainly steer clear from.

Val Chmerkovskiy and Jenna Johnson

Will Jenna Johnson & Val Chmerkovskiy Return For DWTS Next Year?

Nikole Behrens

DWTS power couple Jenna Johnson and Val Chmerkovskiy reflect on their lengthy dance careers with the show that made them famous.

Sandra Bullock and Hoda Kotb

Hoda Kotb Brings Sandra Bullock to Tears in Emotional Interview (VIDEO)

Nikole Behrens

While speaking with 'Practical Magic 2' star Sandra Bullock, journalist Hoda Kotb brought the actress to tears while speaking about adoption.

Kate Hudson and Jack Nicholson

Kate Hudson Hilariously Recalls the Time Jack Nicholson Blew Her Cover at a Party

Nikole Behrens

As a young actress, Kate Hudson didn't want others to learn about her famous parents. Jack Nicholson blew her grand scheme at a party.

Elizabeth Smart

Elizabeth Smart, 38, Looks Strong & Unstoppable During Her Latest Bodybuilding Competition (VIDEO)

Nikole Behrens

Victim advocate Elizabeth Smart looks absolutely incredible while showing off her physique in her latest bodybuilding competition.

Edyta Sliwinska

Edyta Sliwinska Feels ‘Stronger Than Ever’ Two Years After Cancer Fight, ‘My Scars Have Healed’

Nikole Behrens

Former 'Dancing With the Stars' pro Edyta Sliwinska penned an emotional message online, revealing her status two years after her cancer diagnosis.

Gloria Steinem and Sandra Bullock

Hollywood Icon Sandra Bullock Honors the Late Feminist Advocate Gloria Steinem

Nikole Behrens

Feminist advocate Gloria Steinem passed away this week at 92. 'Practical Magic' star Sandra Bullock paid her respects to the icon.

Sasha Farber

Sasha Farber Addresses His Absence From DWTS Season 35

Nikole Behrens

Not every pro dancer returns to the DWTS stage. Sasha Farber recently opened up about being left out of 'Dancing With the Stars' season 35.

Hailey Bills and Jenna Johnson

New DWTS Pro Hailey Bills Always Wanted to Be ‘Just Like’ Her Aunt, Jenna Johnson

Nikole Behrens

Former troupe member Hailey Bills is promoted to pro for DWTS season 35. She joins her hero, her aunt, Jenna Johnson.

Edyta Sliwinska

Edyta Sliwinska Shares Sweet Family Photos 10 Years After Competing on DWTS

Nikole Behrens

Former 'Dancing With the Stars' pros Edyta Sliwinska and Alec Mazo created a beautiful family after exiting the show.

Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough

Two Favorite Pros Are Missing From DWTS This Season

Nikole Behrens

The DWTS season 35 cast list is officially out. However, fans noticed that Sasha Farber and Gleb Savchenko were absent.

DWTS

It’s Official: Meet the DWTS Season 35 Celebrities & Their Pro Partners

Nikole Behrens

The DWTS season 35 cast made their grand debut on 'Good Morning America.' See who will compete for the Mirrorball trophy this year.

Witney Carson

Why Witney Carson Turned Down an Offer to Star in Another Popular Reality Show

Nikole Behrens

'Dancing With the Stars' champion Witney Carson discusses why she ultimately turned down an offer to star on 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.'

Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr.

Sarah Michelle Gellar Shares Sweet Throwback Photos to Her Early Days With Freddie Prinze Jr.

Nikole Behrens

Hollywood power couple Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. are looking back after 24 years of marriage.

Jennifer Garner

Jennifer Garner Reflects on Losing Role on Hit ’90s Show

Nikole Behrens

Before Jennifer Garner booked her starring role in 'Alias,' she was a struggling actress who desperately wanted to break into the industry.

Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva

Richard Gere Celebrates His 77th Birthday Surrounded by Love & Family (PHOTOS)

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'Pretty Woman' star Richard Gere is thankful to celebrate his 77th birthday with his wife, Alejandra, and their loving family.

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