Kelly Braun
School
New York University
Expertise
Pop Culture, Fashion, Sports, And Politcs
- Kelly is a dedicated writer who is always looking to find the next hottest story.
- Kelly is creative and loves thinking outside the box.
- Kelly is reliable and always gets her work done in a clean and timely fashion.
Experience
Kelly is a passionate and driven entertainment news writer with years of experience writing across multiple different platforms. First starting in the newsroom at ABC News, Kelly went from writing scripts for reporters and anchors to writing about celebrities at CloserWeekly.com. Kelly helps run the entertainment news site, where she covers everything from celeb kids to Hollywood divorces, and, of course, breaking news. Having previously worked at ABC News, Kelly is well-versed in everything from pop culture to sports to politics and beyond. Since joining Static Media in 2020, Kelly has expanded her talents and blossomed into a multi-talented writer.
Education
Kelly earned her Bachelor's Degree from Montclair State University, where she majored in Television and Digital Media. She later received her Master's Degree in Journalism at New York University.
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 Kelly Braun
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The "Shark Tank" stars all have impressive properties. Here's where they live.
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Ghost Hunters is returning with a new season just in time for spooky season. Here's what we know about the release date, cast, and more.
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'Real Housewives of New York' star Ramona Singer took to Instagram on October 5 to reveal a sad loss in her family.
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Emily Ratajkowski alleged that Robin Thicke groped her on the "Blurred Lines" set.
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In her memoir, "I'll Take Your Questions Now," Stephanie Grisham offers a look at Melania Trump's "self-care" regimen, which included spending lots of time OOO.
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When Prince Charles becomes the King of England, there are a few changes he plans to make as leader of the royal family, including his royal residence.
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As one of the last remaining stars on "NCIS," Sean Murray has led the team of elite agents for almost 18 years.
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In the latest turn of events, ABC announced Jesse Palmer as the new host of the upcoming iteration of "The Bachelor," has yet to have a confirmed premiere date.
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Country legend Alan Jackson shared a sad health update on September 28. Here's what's going on.
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One royal author thinks Meghan Markle is a hypocrite. Here's why.
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While Prince Andrew has vehemently denied the claims against him and kept a tight lip, he recently changed his legal strategy — keep scrolling for details.
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The cast and crew of "Gold Rush: Dave Turin's Lost Mine" lost one of their own when star Jesse Goins died on-set last summer.
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Melvin Van Peebles had an impressive net worth at the time of his death.
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Legendary director, writer, and actor Melvin Van Peebles died on September 21. Here's a look back at his incredible legacy.
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Here's why fans think Naomie Olindo may be returning to "Southern Charm."
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You may know her as Agent Michelle Lee on "NCIS," but Liza Lapira has accrued an impressive résumé. Here's what she's been up to since the show.
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Jessica Steen, who appeared on "NCIS" for the first four seasons as Special Agent Paula Cassidy. Here's what she's been doing since leaving the show.
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According to new reports, the world may be watching Donald Trump's seventh bankruptcy unfold — keep scrolling for details about his real-estate woes.
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It's been a while since Sasha Alexander last appeared on "NCIS," but she's had her hands more than full since ending her reign as Special Agent Caitlin Todd.
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In the wake of Norm Macdonald's devastating death, fans and friends are remembering the comedy icon for his legacy as one of "SNL's" most influential comedians.
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Norm Macdonald died on September 14, leaving behind his loved family and friends. One of those people was Bob Saget, who was close to the comic for years.
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On September 11, Donald Trump made a rare public outing at a boxing match. Beforehand, his son Donald Jr. requested fan questions -- and things went wrong.
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Known for managing the Rolling Stones, Mick Brigden became a staple in the music scene. Sadly, Mick died in a freak accident while burying his dog.
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It seems Donald Trump isn't done talking about Rudy Giuliani. To find out Trump's latest feelings on the former NYC mayor, keep reading.
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Recently, "NCIS" star Sean Murray dropped $4.85 million for the family to live in a new home in LA. For details on the star's mansion, keep reading.
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Shemar Moore has never been married, but that doesn't mean he hasn't searched for the one. Here's a look inside his dating history.
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Kylie Jenner announced her second pregnancy on September 7. Here's why fans can't get enough of the video.