Kaitlyn Carrera
School
California State University Long Beach, UCLA's Extension Program
Expertise
Pop Music, "The Bachelor", The Kardashians
- During her time as an entertainment news journalist, Kaitlyn has been able to cover some exciting red-carpet events, from the iHeartRadio Music Awards to Super Bowl Sunday concerts.
- Kaitlyn is a huge concertgoer and has gone to well over 30 concerts. Anytime a big pop star is in town, she will always be at their concert.
- Kaitlyn interviewed Giselle Woo & The Night Owls, a band on Coachella's 2022 lineup. Kaitlyn was able to tell the story of their musical journey toward one of the biggest festivals in the music industry.
Experience
After nearly a year of taking rigorous courses at UCLA's Extension program, Kaitlyn obtained a journalism certificate. During her time at UCLA and even after, she worked as an intern for an entertainment news site called CelebSecrets. At CelebSecrets, she handled both written and social media content. In her intern position, she got hands-on experience by interviewing talent, attending events, and writing the latest stories on the biggest celebrities. After her internship ended, she became a freelance entertainment news writer at Nicki Swift, where she covers everything and anything involving pop culture.
Education
Kaitlyn received her bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus in marketing from California State University, Long Beach. Knowing she had a strong passion for entertainment journalism, she went back to school and pursued a journalism certificate as she attended UCLA's Extension program. Through UCLA, she was able to take entertainment news, reporting and writing, and media law courses.
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 Kaitlyn Carrera
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Shohei Ohtani has taken the world of baseball by storm since joining the Los Angeles Dodgers. This time, it's his personal life that's making headlines.
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"Chicago Med" has seen plenty of characters making their entrances and exits. Let's take a look at the cast members who took their final bows after season 8.
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The "Oppenheimer" star likes to keep his personal life private, but we do know that Cillian Murphy's young son is taking after him in more ways than one.
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Although David Bromstad feels like an open book due to his ubiquitous presence on HGTV, what do we know about his three older siblings? Here's the rundown.
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Years after professing his love of fast food, Donald Trump has debuted a slimmer figure. His wife Melania Trump supposedly assisted his transformation.
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Justin Bieber's latest public outing has fans concerned for his well-being, especially following an Instagram post shared by father-in-law Stephen Baldwin.
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An official statement from Kensington Palace did little to quell rumors about Kate's recovery, but PR expert Eden Gillott told us what we can really make of it.
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Richard Lewis appeared on "Curb Your Enthusiasm" just before his death. His last social media post shows that he looked at his career with, well, enthusiasm.
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After the surprising announcement that Mitch McConnell will step down from his role as Senate Republican leader, many are speculating about his condition.
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Known for biting stand-up and memorable appearances on TV shows like "Curb Your Enthusiasm," Richard Lewis will be fondly remembered by fans worldwide.
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Given his star player Travis Kelce's relationship with Taylor Swift, fans are curious about Chiefs coach Andy Reid's feelings toward Swift's family.
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Gary Sinise has shared a touching tribute to his son, musician McCanna "Mac" Anthony Sinise, announcing his death earlier this year at the age of 33.
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Surgeon George Crawford talked to Nicki Swift about the potential reasons Kate Middleton's recovery seems to be taking longer than some may have expected.
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Candace Owens won't be attending Taylor Swift's Eras Tour anytime soon. From Swift's political views to her relationships, the commentator can't stand her.
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Donald Trump has revealed how he would handle Prince Harry's immigration issues if he won the 2024 election. Even some of his detractors are in agreement.
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"Dancing with the Stars" alum Julianne Hough has made the leap from dancer to star, and now host. But along the way, there have been a few awkward moments.
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Jay-Z became an unwilling participant in Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj's drama after another female rapper name-dropped his part in their feud.
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Divorce isn't easy but Reese Witherspoon managed to figure theirs out just a few months after initially splitting up, thanks to a mutually beneficial agreement.
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Before becoming a Grammy-award winning singer, Lainey Wilson held a regular job that, in hindsight, seems like it was hinting at her future success.
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While tuning into The Hallmark Channel, it's often the stunning filming locations that captures our hearts more than the love stories. Here are our favorites.
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Ryan Reynolds was seen sporting a new clean-shaven look. It's a far cry from the "Deadpool" actor's signature scruff, leaving him unrecognizable.
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Amid his separation from wife Kyle Richards, Mauricio Umansky and singer Anitta sparked relationship rumors after a risqué trip to Aspen.
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Angelina Jolie's signature dark brown locks have been replaced by a fresh, blonde hue. Here's a look at her surprising transformation.
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Fans have been concerned about Wendy Williams since her talk show suddenly ended and she disappeared from the public eye. Now, her team has confirmed the truth.
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Speculation has run amok due Kate Middleton's absence from the public eye following her abdominal surgery. She was last seen on Christmas Eve in 2023.
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Religion often treads on delicate ground in Hollywood, but Mark Wahlberg doesn't shy away. Here's what the actor has shared regarding his religious views.
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Travis Kelce's Super Bowl outburst directed at Chiefs coach Andy Reid has been brushed under the rug, and might not ever see the light of day.