Cory Parker
School
Washington State University
Expertise
The Kardashians (...and Ye), Politicians & TV Personalities, Reality Television
- Cory is an enthusiast for all things TLC, having watched every episode of "90 Day Fiancé" and "Little People Big World "with no plans to stop tuning in anytime soon.
- He is a pop culture enthusiast.
- During his studies at Washington State University, he was awarded the Senior Award of Excellence for his work in political science.
Experience
As an editor at Nicki Swift, Cory brings his expertise in all things pop culture to provide readers with the most up-to-date and accurate information in the industry. He began his career finding a financial twist on the day's leading headlines. Yet, fate (and perhaps a penchant for the provocative) nudged him toward the glittering chaos of celebrity gossip and current events.
Education
During his studies at Washington State University, Cory's dedication and talent helped him become a mainstay on the President's Honor Roll. His background in political science gives him a unique perspective on the intersection of politics and entertainment, making his coverage of celebrity news even more nuanced and insightful.
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 Cory Parker
-
Toby Keith, the renowned country music hitmaker famous for tracks like "Red Solo Cup" and "Should've Been A Cowboy," has died at the age of 62.
-
Renowned for his iconic portrayal as Chandler Bing in the hit-show "Friends," here's everything we know about the shocking death of Matthew Perry.
-
Despite making him a household name, Matthew Perry couldn't bear to watch himself on "Friends." Here's the sad reason he shied away from ever watching the show.
-
Renowned actress Piper Laurie, best known for her roles in movies like "The Hustler" and her unforgettable portrayal in "Carrie," has passed away at age 91.
-
Jim Gordon, the Eric Clapton drummer who was convicted of murdering his mother, has died at age 77.
-
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott have reportedly called it quits after spending the holidays apart. Here's everything we know about their split.
-
Vince Vaughn might be one of the most well-known actors in Hollywood, but he married someone outside of showbiz. Here's the truth about his wife, Kayla Weber.
-
Although Panic! at the Disco started as a quartet, Brendon Urie is the last remaining member. Let's take a closer look at how and why it happened,
-
How did Johnny Carson feel about David Letterman? Here's how the two late-night powerhouses really got along behind the scenes.
-
Here's the story inside the devastating plane crash that killed multiple members of country singer Reba McEntire's band in 1991.
-
Longtime "Basketball Wives" star Brooke Bailey's daughter Kayla has tragically died at age 25. Friends and fans have shown support on social media.
-
Adam DeVine sensed a golden opportunity to take Adam Levine to task over the cheating scandal. Here's how he responded to people's confusion.
-
Charlize Theron is a staggering beauty, and her height rivals models.
-
Charlize Theron and Tobey Maguire butted heads while filming "The Cider House Rules" in 1999.
-
Pat Sajak and Vanna White have hosted "Wheel of Fortune" together for 40 years — and many years ago, the cohosts used to have a tradition before taping.
-
Todd Chrisley could be headed back to a place he got to know all too well this summer — the courtroom. Here's what we know about the new lawsuit.
-
Drew Barrymore played a femcel nerd in "Never Been Kissed," but it turns out that character may have been closer to her real life than anyone realized.
-
Kelly Clarkson recently earned her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and you might be surprised by who showed up at the last minute to celebrate.
-
As it turns out, Aaron Carter and Madelaine Petsch used to be a couple of lovebirds. Here's everything you need to know about their brief relationship.
-
Blake Lively shared behind-the-scenes photos of her pregnancy, beating paparazzi to the punch.
-
While we loved to watch Ryan Seacrest and Simon Cowell razz each other as TV hosts, we have a feeling they weren't always singing the same tune.
-
Travis Barker is the true epitome of a rockstar. With all of his tattoos, the Blink-182 drummer is instantly recognizable, but why does he have so much?
-
Will Anne Heche's eldest son Homer Laffoon become executor of his mother's estate? One legal expert weighs in on the battle ahead.
-
Britney Spears is facing criticism for what appears to be shade throw in the direction of Christina Aguilera's backup dancers with a recent social media post.
-
Bob Saget's widow Kelly Rizzo posted a touching photo reacting to the "Full House" star's inclusion in the "In Memoriam" segment at the Emmys.
-
Pete Davidson's sister recently took to Instagram to share a heartbreaking tribute to their father on the 21st anniversary of his death.
-
Don't expect to see Zac Efron greeting fans and posing for selfies anytime soon. Here's a look at the rare anxiety disorder that keeps Efron indoors.