Manuella Libardi
School
University Of Houston, Institut Barcelona D'Estudis Internacionals
Expertise
British Royals, Celebrity Relationships & Childhoods, Politics
- Manuella has been a news writer at Nicki Swift since February 2021.
- She particularly enjoys covering the intersection between politics and entertainment.
- Manuella believes that following the royal family is the best reality show.
Experience
Manuella started out as a hard news reporter in Texas in 2013. She has been a reporter, writer, and editor for more than a decade. In 2018, she started writing about travel and lifestyle while living in Europe and eventually branched out to entertainment news. Her newfound passion led her to the Nicki Swift news team in 2021. She particularly enjoys exploring political figures' personal (and often shady) lives. Since joining Nicki, she has delved extensively into celebrities' tragic pasts and messy relationships.
Education
Manuella has two separate bachelor's degrees from the University of Houston — journalism and English literature. She went on to receive a master's degree in International Relations from the Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI).
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 Manuella Libardi
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It seems Barron Trump is always the tallest in the room these days, but just how old was he when he first surpassed his famous parents in height?
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Rumors about Donald and Melania Trump's marriage have gone international, with online sleuths analyzing the former first lady's interaction with Justin Trudeau.
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Following the death of her husband, René Angélil, superstar singer Celine Dion has made a number of tragic, yet uplifting remarks about his passing.
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What’s the scoop on the love life of the older brother from “Property Brothers"? Here's a look at J.D. Scott’s relationship with Annalee Belle Dunn.
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After Sasha Obama reportedly sparked a new romance, her rumored boyfriend’s famous father didn’t hesitate when it came to discussing the famous family.
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Glasses are a signature part of Lauren Boebert's look, so to see her without them in a photo she posted on Instagram was a total shocker for many.
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Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles kept it real about the one cosmetic procedure that she briefly tried, and why she will never do it again.
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Kamala Harris is known for politics, but she considers her family a priority. And her stepchildren Ella and Cole Emhoff have grown up with careers of their own.
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After eight years in the White House, the Obamas turned their attention to showbiz where Malia already set up shop. It looks like Sasha might not be far behind.
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Lauren and Jayson Boebert's marriage started off on the wrong foot, and it did not get better even after the two were locked in a messy divorce.
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Hallmark star Alexa PenaVega may have a successful career now, but she's been through many tough times in her life that have tested her character.
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Christina Hall's divorce from Josh Hall is a financial nightmare that's already sparked a war over allegedly stolen money, TV rights, and spousal support.
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Christina Hall seems pretty happy with Josh Hall, but given the couple's track record, things could go south for the pair in some major ways.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene can’t seem to shake the affair rumors that jolted her marriage and cast a shadow over her reputation for promoting family values.
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Steph Curry's high school GPA may raise some eyebrows, but the NBA star has a clear passion for education and some amazing follow-through on his academic goals.
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Throughout her career, Sara Gilbert has strived to reflect everyday people, and she took that goal seriously when she encouraged "The Talk" to go makeup-free.
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Bill Clinton was the subject of many unsubstantiated rumors in the '90s, but one of the most ridiculous is that Chelsea isn't his real daughter.
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Dolly Parton is renowned for her iconic and glamorous look, going so far as to claim fans will likely never see her without make up.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is no stranger to controversy. From his heroin arrest as a teen to his anti-vax rhetoric, he regularly lands himself in hot water.
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While they’re already raising two kids, Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo are crossing their fingers that their IVF journey brings another bundle of joy into the mix.
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Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds want their children to have as normal of a childhood as possible, away from the prying eyes of the paparazzi and public.
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Believe it or not, Queen Camilla was once known to enjoy a drag off a smoke. Here’s what we know about her bad habit and when she finally kicked it.
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As the son of beloved "Superman" star Christopher Reeve, Will Reeve has been through a number of tragedies that go beyond just the loss of his father.
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Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher have one of the most enduring relationships in showbiz. So, is there any truth to those persistent divorce rumors?
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Barron Trump is the youngest of his siblings, but he shares a special bond with one in particular: Tiffany Trump, who's taken a shine to her younger brother.
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Amid his firing from "Good Morning America," reports surfaced about Rob Marciano's behind-the-scenes behavior, including a feud with his colleague Ginger Zee.
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Jill Biden's ex-husband, Bill Stevenson, isn't afraid to share his opinions on the presidential couple. In interviews, Stevenson has called Joe Biden a liar.