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Gina Ragusa

Gina Ragusa is a veteran of the journalism industry, covering all aspects of entertainment, which includes comedians, musicians, and reality TV. She is an expert on Bravo series including Below Deck and its extensive cast members, The Real Housewives, and Vanderpump Rules. She’s trusted by many readers to provide a true look behind the scenes at the drama of reality TV, but also into real issues, like new relationships, diversity and inclusion among the casts, and overcoming addiction.

Gina’s exclusive interviews give readers a chance to know more about the humanity and essence of the people she speaks with, which helps her to build a unique story every time. Over her career, she’s built a network of insider entertainment sources and connections with industry professionals that provide her with unique insights into breaking news. Read more of her work featuring Shaquille O’Neal, Bastille, Shaggy, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Alison Brie, and Derek Hough, to name several.

She admires dark satirists like John Mullaney, David Sedaris, Augusten Burroughs, and Jerry Stahl. See Gina’s previous work on TheStreet, Vice, Mic, and Business Insider, along with Muck Rack.

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‘RHONY:’ Has Ramona Singer Really Replaced Pinot Grigio with a New Cocktail?

For Ramona Singer from The Real Housewives of New York City, “Turtle Time” always meant pinot grigio time. The wine-loving Houswife even had her own brand of wine, known as the Ramona Singer Pinot Grigio, which she often brought to parties. But since launching her wine collection, Singer has moved onto skincare. She’s currently promoting …
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‘Below Deck:’ Do Kate Chastain and Josiah Carter Keep in Touch?

Their friendship was often a topic of discussion and even celebrated on social media. Chief stew Kate Chastain and second stew Josiah Carter from Below Deck had the kind of friendship chemistry many people only dream of achieving. The two stews worked harmoniously from the beginning. Chastain never found herself having to ask Carter to …
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‘Below Deck Med:’ Who Is Charter Guest, the Queen of Versailles?

Below Deck Mediterranean features a number of famous and infamous charter guests. On the heels of hosting an emerging pop singer last charter, the crew now hosts Jackie Siegel, famously known as “The Queen of Versailles.” Siegal said being on the show was a positive experience. “That was one of the best times of my …
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‘Million Dollar Listing:’ Why Did Luis D. Ortiz Leave the Show?

As one of the more colorful and fun-loving brokers on the show, Luis D. Ortiz left quite a gap on Million Dollar Listing New York when he walked away. The energetic broker was riding high on the show. He finally mended fences with cast members, Ryan Serhant and Fredrik Eklund. Plus he was crushing it …
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This ‘Below Deck Med’ Charter Guest Claimed He Was Set up to Be a ‘Villian’

The debate about whether reality television shows are real or fake rages on. Several guests and cast members from Below Deck Mediterranean and Below Deck assert the show is extremely real. The general consensus is nothing is scripted and cameras simply catch the guests and crew experiencing a charter at sea. However, every now and …
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‘Beverly Hills 90210’ Cast Shares Wild ‘Throwback’ Picture: Or Is It?

Is it nostalgia or just amazing hair and makeup? The women of Beverly Hills 90210 recently shared an all-girls “throwback” group photo that had fans and even the cast doing a double take. The ladies are sitting in a booth at the Peach Pit probably conspiring over whether or not to skip school and hit …
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‘Below Deck Med:’ Hannah Ferrier Reveals the Most Stressful Part of Her Job

Hannah Ferrier from Below Deck Mediterranean knows the buck stops with her if the guests aren’t happy. The chief stew has years of experience running a tight interior. She is often seen on Below Deck Med exceeding guests’ expectations. But she knows demands are extremely high and she must be on her game 24/7 during …
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‘Below Deck’: Why Did Kate Chastain and Her Girlfriend Break Up?

When season four of Below Deck kicked off chief stew Kate Chastain was donning a bit of a glow. Chastain told stew Emily Warburton-Adams she was in a relationship. She met girlfriend Ro Hernandez in a bar in her hometown. While Chastain admits she took an instant liking to Hernandez, she didn’t think about dating …
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‘Southern Charm:’ What Is Carolina Day?

The cast of Southern Charm manages to throw quite the gala, especially on Carolina Day. The Charleston-based cast dons tuxedoes and ballgowns, which provides the perfect backdrop for smackdowns and drama. Of course, the celebration is meant to be an elegant affair. The surroundings are typically filled with large tables covered by white linen table …
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Who Are the ‘Below Deck’ and ‘Below Deck Med’ Female Deckhands?

Below Deck and Below Deck Mediterranean feature a number of women on deck. The mainly male-driven position has included a woman in more than one occasion, showing that women are more than capable of handling the physical rigors of the job. Thus far three women manned the deck (and crushed it while doing so) on …
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What Is This ‘Below Deck Med’ Crew Member’s Biggest Pet Peeve?

From dealing with messy rooms to eating off someone else’s plate, Below Deck Mediterranean crew members have to deal with more than just fussy charter guests. Living and work quarters are extremely tight for the crew working on a superyacht. While the guests are roaming freely and living in spacious staterooms, crew sleep in cramped …
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Who is the Richest ‘Southern Charm’ Cast Member of All the Franchises?

The Southern Charm franchise is a display of opulence and grandeur with a heavy dose of drama. Cameras follow the daily lives of wealthy southern cast members from Charleston, New Orleans, and Savannah. Many cast members come from historic, wealthy families from their area. But the franchise does a great job of integrating up and …