Brian Yost
School
University Of Michigan, Villanova, Institut Francais De La Mode
Expertise
'90s Sports Stars, Aughts Pop Stars, Oscar Nominees
- Brian's dad was a combination engineer and writer for an aviation website so he decided to do the same, only instead of reporting on planes, Brian found Nicki Swift to talk about his favorite celebs.
- Hailing from the suburbs of Philadelphia, Brian's upbringing included frequent trips to Broadway, proven by a photo next to Jeff Goldblum who is looking in the complete opposite direction.
- The second he went off to college, Brian subscribed to a new company called Netflix to receive DVDs in the mail so he could binge all the movies with R-ratings that he never saw as a child.
Experience
Brian grew up with a middle school English and drama teacher for a mother, so he had no choice but to be perfect in every writing assignment. He also began consuming countless hours of music thanks to Limewire, plus analyzing every lyric and article he could find on his favorite emo bands. Brian then created a blog in college about all types of subjects, from movies to travel. Then after writing for a friend's pop culture blog and Medium on two of his favorite topics, fashion and music, Brian stepped up to the big leagues in 2019 to begin writing for Nicki Swift.
Education
Brian has a B.S.E. from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and a masters in International Business and Management from the Institut Français de la Mode in Paris, France.
Nicki Swift covers celebrity and entertainment news by way of an expert group of editorial professionals. We drive the conversation on everything from trending Hollywood news to star transformations, always striving to deliver the most compelling commentary, bolstered by quality expert opinions.
As we cover a wide breadth of pop culture, we're constantly reviewing, fact-checking, and updating stories to ensure they're accurate and current. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Brian Yost
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Florence Pugh's quick ascent in Hollywood is due to her ability to take risks, and she's not done climbing the A-list. Let's look at more facts about this star.
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This contestant "survived" not just one, but two reality TV competitions. Here's who appeared on both "Survivor" and "Naked and Afraid."
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Simon Helberg, who played Howard on "The Big Bang Theory," is much more than a nerdy guy in turtlenecks. He's actually a talented musician, too.
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Ready to rock? This is the untold truth of Måneskin.
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One of the finest actors of her generation, Olivia Colman is an important name in Hollywood. Thus, it may come as a shock that Olivia isn't her real first name.
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Throughout his impressive career, Oscar Isaac has played a wide variety of characters. However, few realize that Oscar Isaac isn't his full birth name.
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Martha Stewart built her personal brand on her aspirational lifestyle for decades. This is her untold truth.
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Jason Momoa was close to missing out on all of his success due to an early career move that nearly put an end to his time in Hollywood.
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In his prime, Hulk Hogan was one of the most feared characters in professional wrestling. Here's a look at his early years, including the evolution of his name.
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NFL star Kyler Murray grew up winning, first with chess matches and later the Heisman trophy as the best player in college football.
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Rainey Qualley, otherwise known as Rainsford, is both an up-and-coming actor and indie musician.
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Pusha T has been in the rap industry for decades. At the heart of everything he does, Pusha T appears interested in creating a legacy. This is his untold truth.
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Sam Elliott often plays the cowboy type in action flicks like "Tombstone." But it was Elliott's previous profession that helped him land his big break.
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It's easy to see why Pitt would continue to be an actor, with his universal appeal and ageless good looks. This is the untold truth of Brad Pitt.
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Although many people dream of being a sports star, some famous athletes, like the ones on this list, have talked trash about their own sport.
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After Zac Efron graduated from the "High School Musical" trilogy, the star found himself in the midst of parties and drugs. Here's why he doesn't drink anymore.
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Alexa PenaVega was a beloved child star in "Spy Kids" and "Twister," but what is she up to these days?
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Reggaeton artist Karol G has showcased her crossover appeal and increasing influence in the American market. This is her untold truth.
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George Clooney is known for his charity work as well as his on-screen charm, but he has struggled with chronic pain for decades.
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You know her from movies like "In A World..." and "It's Complicated." You've heard her voice in ads and TV shows. But do you know the untold truth of Lake Bell?
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LeBron James will go down in history as an NBA legend, but it turns out people were saying that even when he was just a teenager. Here's why.
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Gal Gadot is now internationally famous as Wonder Woman, but she didn't plan it out that way. What was her original career plan?
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Here's what you don't know about Emily Blunt. The British-American actor has been lighting up the big screen for many years, and she has some great stories.
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Bill Gates has three children in their early to mid 20s. Here's a look inside his relationship with his youngest daughter, Phoebe Gates.
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Katie Holmes has been in the spotlight from her teenage years thanks to her acting roles and famous exes. Let's take a look at her untold truth.
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Along with his status among the Hollywood elite for decades came a handful of relationships for Tom Cruise. Let's break down what his exes have said about him.
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Sabrina Carpenter and Joey King may have known each other for a decade-plus, but what's the deal behind their friendship? Here's an inside look!