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
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Beyonce's alter ego, Sasha Fierce, marks a huge time in the singer's solo career.
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Mac Miller had a sizable fortune when he died. Who was it all left to?
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There's no shortage of passion in Katherine McPhee's life, at least according to a recent social media post with her husband, David Foster.
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Barron Trump turned quite a lot of heads in his most recent public appearance.
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Emily Ratajkowski and her husband are on the rocks after four years of marriage.
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Kylie Jenner is among the private jet-owning celebrities, but fans seem to think she's taken the privilege too far. Here's why she's in hot water now.
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Kourtney Kardashians didn't set out to be a reality star turned entrepreneur. In fact, she had an entirely different career in mind.
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Bill Gates might be a billionaire, but he hasn't always had a way with girls.
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Steve Jobs amassed an insane amount of wealth as founder and CEO of Apple, but did the notoriously absent father leave behind anything for his children?
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Travis Barker and DJ AM boarded a private jet back to California with their entourage, unbeknownst of the tragedy that was about to strike.
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Dr. Phil admits that he hasn't had a drink in over 45 years, and his reason might surprise you.
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Not only was Sandy Mahl by Garth Brooks' side as his record sales soared, but after their divorce, she walked away with a good chunk of the money, too.
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As grumpy as Richard Harrison appeared on TV, he was probably happy about the wealth it bestowed upon him. Bt what happened to his money when he died?
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George Michael's unexpected death on Christmas Day 2016 sent shockwaves across the entertainment industry. But who inherited the musician's money after he died?
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Michael Jackson is widely celebrated as the King of Pop, but by the time of his death, he might as well have been known as the Duke of Debt.
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How did the charismatic Pete Davidson land a coveted spot on "Saturday Night Live" and what was he doing that helped him land his fortuitous gig?
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Mick Fleetwood has a financial situation that's analogous to the name of one of the band's most beloved songs, "Landslide." How did he lose his money?
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Tom Petty left behind his wife Dana and two adult children, all vying for a piece of his $95 million estate. So, what ended up happening to his money?
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Before Lady Gaga inspired us to dance, she was an ordinary girl attending a private Catholic high school where she rubbed elbows with the rich and famous.
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Many little girls dream of being a princess one day but Princess Charlotte doesn't have to dream — that's actually her reality. That comes with some perks.