Effie Orfanides

Effie Orfanides is a reporter at EntertainmentNow with more than two decades of experience in entertainment journalism. She has been a contributor for Heavy.com, the maker of EntertainmentNow, since 2017 covering celebrity and entertainment news, including reality TV. She specializes in shows like "The Real Housewives" and "Dancing With the Stars." Effie's bylines have appeared in People, Newsweek, and Men's Journal. Effie is also the CEO and founder of EO Digital and the mobile app beacheo. Effie graduated from The University of Massachusetts with a degree in English. She is based in Tampa, Florida.

Kim Richards’ Sobriety Questioned After Bizarre Cameo Surfaces Online

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Fans are concerned about Kim Richards' well-being after a Cameo was posted on Reddit.

Erika Jayne Posts Death Threats She’s Received: ‘Trying to Kill Me Now?’

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Erika Jayne has received death threats on social media amid her legal battles.

Reality Steve Reveals the Next ‘Bachelor’ Star & it’s Not Who You Think

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Reality Steve has revealed who the next 'Bachelor' will be.

Katie Thurston & Blake Moynes Preparing to Make a Big Decision About Their Relationship

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Katie Thurston and Blake Moynes are preparing for the next big step in their relationship.

Arie and Lauren Luyendyk posing on the red carpet.

Arie & Lauren Luyendyk Are Planning a Big Trip With Their 3 Kids

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Arie and Lauren Luyendyk will soon be heading to their home in Maui, Hawaii, with their three children.

Does Grocery Store Joe Amabile Get Engaged on ‘Bachelor in Paradise’? [Spoilers]

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Grocery Store Joe Amabile will be looking for love on the new season of 'Bachelor in Paradise,' but will he get engaged on the finale?

Ashley Iaconetti Reveals Why She’s Been ‘Hesitant to Post’ About Her Pregnancy

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Ashley Iaconetti says that she's been 'hesitant to post' about her pregnancy because of some of the mean messages and comments that she's been receiving.

When Does the Next Season of ‘The Bachelorette’ Start for Michelle Young?

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Michelle Young has already started filming her season of 'The Bachelorette.'

Jon Gosselin’s Girlfriend Colleen Conrad Diagnosed With Breast Cancer

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Jon Gosselin's girlfriend Colleen Conrad was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2021.

Is ‘Bachelorette’ Katie Thurston Wearing a Ring in the First Photos From ‘After the Final Rose’?

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Katie Thurston appears in the first photos from the 'After the Final Rose' special.

Could Tayshia Adams & Zac Clark Be the First ‘Bachelorette’ Couple to Compete on ‘Dancing With the Stars’?

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Tayshia Adams and Zac Clark have both expressed interest in joining the new season of 'Dancing With the Stars.'

First Photos of Katie Thurston on ‘The Bachelorette’ Finale Released

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ABC has released the first photos of Katie Thurston on the finale.

Why Some Fans Think Kyle Richards Should Be Fired From RHOBH

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Fans debate whether or not Kyle Richards should be fired from 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.'

Will Amy Roloff & Chris Marek’s Wedding Be Televised?

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Amy Roloff and Chris Marek are getting married in late August, but will TLC cameras be on-hand to film?

Mady Gosselin Claps Back After Being Accused of Posting a ‘Sexualizing’ Photo

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Mady Gosselin had some words for an Instagram user who suggested that her photos were 'sexualizing.'

Greg Grippo’s Family: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

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Greg Grippo's family will meet Katie Thurston on 'The Bachelorette.'

Does Katie Thurston’s Latest Instagram Caption Reveal Her ‘Bachelorette’ Winner? [Spoilers]

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Katie Thurston's latest Instagram caption could reveal who she chose as the winner on the finale of 'The Bachelorette.'

First Photos of Katie Thurston’s Hometown Dates With Greg, Blake & Justin Released

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The first photos from Katie Thurston's Hometown Dates have been released by ABC.

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WATCH: Chris Harrison Reveals How He Feels About No Longer Hosting ‘The Bachelor’

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Chris Harrison spoke out about life after 'The Bachelor.'

Is Michael Allio the Next ‘Bachelor’?

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Michael Allio could become the next star of 'The Bachelor' if these hints are true.

Theories About ‘The Bachelorette’ Winner Hit a Fever Pitch [Spoilers]

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Katie Thurston's season of 'The Bachelorette' is almost over and fans find themselves wondering if the finale spoilers are wrong.

Leaked Photo of Katie Thurston on ‘After the Final Rose’ Surfaces Online [Spoilers]

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A photo that appears to be from Katie Thurston's 'After the Final Rose' special has been leaked online by comedian Gary Cannon.

Erika Jayne Slams ‘Clown Ass’ Attorney Ronald Richards as Legal Issues Mount

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Erika Jayne took to Twitter to share her feelings about one of the lawyers involved in her legal matters.

‘Bachelorette’ Spoilers: Is This How Katie Thurston Really Ends Her Season?

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Some 'Bachelorette' fans have a new theory on how Katie Thurston ends her season.

When Does ‘The Bachelorette’ Finale Air?

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The finale of Katie Thurston's season of 'The Bachelorette' is set to film in a few short weeks.

Was Reality Steve Wrong About the ‘Bachelorette’ Winner?

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Reality Steve just made a major correction to his season spoilers for 'The Bachelorette.'

WATCH: Britney Spears’ Reaction to Jamie Lynn Spears Performing Her Songs

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Britney Spears sounded off on her sister in a new Instagram caption.

Did Luann de Lesseps Just Respond to the Ramona Singer Firing Rumors?

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Luann de Lesseps may have just addressed the low 'RHONY' ratings and those pesky Ramona Singer fired rumors.

‘Real Housewives of New York’ Reunion ‘Canceled’ Amid Ramona Singer Firing Drama: Report

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The 'RHONY' reunion may be up in the air following reports that Ramona Singer is going to be fired from the show.