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Mandi Kerr

Mandi Kerr is an experienced news writer. She specializes in British royal family content, covering Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton, and more. Mandi’s coverage analyzes how the royals interact with each other and the media, giving readers valuable insight. She’s been interested in how many members of the family make their own interests part of their royal identities. (Mandi points to Middleton’s passion for parenting and the study she helped to conduct as one example.) Her personal interests in Gilmore Girls and baking, particularly with recipes from Ina Garten, led her to cover those extensively for our site.

Mandi Kerr earned her Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Michigan State University. See more from Mandi on her Muck Rack profile.

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Giada De Laurentiis’ Grilled Salmon: How the Food Network Star Uses 1 Ingredient to Get a ‘Really Delicious Caramelized Crust’

Grilled salmon from Giada De Laurentiis is anything but boring thanks to a brush of agave syrup before it hits the grill. And a citrus salsa verde doesn't hurt either.

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Christina Haack Changed the Way She Talks to People After Tarek El Moussa: ‘I’m Like That With Everyone Now’

After she and Tarek El Moussa 'lost that communication,' Christina Haack shared her thoughts freely. 'If something is on my mind, you're gonna know,' she said in 2017.

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Christina Haack Said Tarek El Moussa Split Created a ‘Difficult’ Situation With Her Parents: ‘They Were Just Hearing His Side’

Christina Haack and Tarek El Moussa split in 2016. Later, Haack revealed it was a 'shock' to her parents, who hoped for reconciliation while initially hearing Tarek El Moussa's 'side.'

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Giada De Laurentiis’ Caprese Skewers Are a Quick, No-Cook Summer Appetizer

Giada De Laurentiis' caprese skewers 'couldn't be easier to throw together,' according to the cookbook author. Using sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, she has an appetizer in minutes.

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Tyler Florence’s Grilled Chicken Trick for Crispy Skin: ‘You Could Strike a Match on It’

Tyler Florence's grilled chicken trick is to skip marinades because, as the Food Network star once said, they tend to make the meat "soggy." Instead, he uses seasoning and oil.

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‘Shining Girls’ Season 1 Episode 7 Recap: ‘Offset’

'Shining Girls' episode recap: In the May 26 episode, 'Offset,' Kirby and Dan learn the details on Clara's death as the time travel element becomes hard to ignore.

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Ree Drummond Combines Hot Dogs and Coleslaw for a Fancy Twist on Cookout Classics

Ree Drummond puts a twist on hot dogs with coleslaw and barbecue sauce. She coats hot dogs in barbecue sauce and tops them with coleslaw. And it only takes 25 minutes.

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‘Goodfellas’ Actor Ray Liotta Dead at 67

Ray Liotta is dead. The actor, 67, died in his sleep while filming 'Dangerous Waters' in the Dominican Republic. He is survived by his daughter and fiancee.

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Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee Weekend: A Guide to the 4-Day Celebration

The Platinum Jubilee weekend schedule is packed with events from Trooping the Colour to lunches and services. Learn more about the festivities, including what's happening from June 2-5, 2022.

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Royal Author Says Meghan Markle Could Visit Father Thomas in Hospital If She’s Actually ‘Compassionate’

Meghan Markle's father entered the hospital following a stroke in May 2022 and a royal author thinks Meghan Markle will lend her support if she's as 'compassionate' as she's described herself to be.

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Ant Anstead Replies to Fan Slamming Him for Taking Son Hudson ‘Away’ From Christina Haack

Ant Anstead replied to a comment on an Instagram post in which a fan urged him not to take Hudson 'away' from his mom, Christina Haack, amid a custody battle.

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Queen Elizabeth Toured the Chelsea Flower Show in a Golf Cart and Fans Loved It

Queen Elizabeth made a surprise appearance at the Chelsea Flower Show in May 2022 where she proceeded to tour exhibits via a golf cart fans have dubbed the 'Queenmobile.'

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Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee: Royals ‘Invited’ to Stand on the Balcony During Trooping the Colour

Queen Elizabeth 'invited' only working royals on the Buckingham Palace balcony for Trooping the Colour. Prince Charles, Camilla Parker Bowles, Kate Middleton, Prince William, and their children are among them.

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Ina Garten’s 2022 Memorial Day Menu Is What Burger and Coleslaw Dreams Are Made Of

Here's Ina Garten's 2022 Memorial Day menu: Blue Cheese Burgers, Old-Fashioned Potato Salad, Vegetable Coleslaw, Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp, and Aperol Spritz.

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Prince Harry’s Memoir Might Be Delayed to Include Platinum Jubilee Visit — Royal Expert

Royal expert Roya Nikkhah says Prince Harry's memoir may get pushed back to include his June 2022 Platinum Jubilee visit with Meghan Markle and their two kids.

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Prince William Was Actually the Person Who Encouraged Kate Middleton to Get Real About Motherhood — ‘Just Talk’

Kate Middleton's podcast interview in February 2020 featured candid moments from the British royal. According to the host of 'Happy Mum, Happy Baby,' Prince William encouraged candor.

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Kate Middleton ‘Quite Liked’ Labor After Feeling ‘Utterly Rotten’ During Pregnancies

Kate Middleton felt 'utterly rotten' during pregnancy due to severe morning sickness. As a result, she 'quite liked' labor because she 'knew there was going to be an ending.'

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Christina Haack’s Daughter Taylor Surprised the HGTV Star With a ‘Big Comment’ About Therapy After Tarek El Moussa Split

Christina Haack's daughter, Taylor, made a 'big comment' to the HGTV star about therapy at the age of 6. 'I don't really need to talk about it anymore," she said.

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The Pioneer Woman: Ree Drummond’s Greek Salad Is ‘Ultra Simple and Highly Scrumptious’

Ree Drummond's Greek salad is packed with crumbly feta, refreshing cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and crunchy romaine. Best of all, it's easy to make and ready in 20 minutes.

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‘Shining Girls’ Season 1 Episode 6 Recap: ‘Bright’

'Shining Girls' episode recap: In the May 20 episode, 'Bright,' Kirby's attacker is revealed to be a man named Harper. Details about his past are explained, plus he encounters Kirby for the first time.