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Michelle Konstantinovsky

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Michelle Konstantinovsky is a San Francisco-based freelance journalist/marketing specialist/ghostwriter and UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism alumna. She’s written extensively on health, body image, entertainment, lifestyle, design, and tech for outlets like O: The Oprah Magazine, Teen Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Seventeen, Slate, WebMD, SPIN, California Home + Design, HelloGiggles, and more. She is an avid admirer of shiny objects and preteen entertainment. Read more of her work at www.MichelleKMedia.com and follow her on Twitter @MichelleKMedia.

Latest Posts From Michelle

Peloton's Kendall Toole Has Accepted Her Need For Rest: "I Don't Feel Ashamed of It Anymore"

10/10/2022

Peloton's Kendall Toole Has Accepted Her Need For Rest: "I Don't Feel Ashamed of It Anymore"

Kendall Toole is ready for a break.

Here's Who Actually Gets to Keep the Emmy Statuette When a Series Wins

09/12/2022

Here's Who Actually Gets to Keep the Emmy Statuette When a Series Wins

When "Ted Lasso" won the 2021 Emmy for outstanding comedy series, a large group — not just the cast — took the stage to accept the award.

Mickey Mouse Almost Had a Different Name and It's . . . Not Great

05/28/2020

Mickey Mouse Almost Had a Different Name and It's . . . Not Great

Remember when you found out Lorde's real name (Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O'Connor) or Lady Gaga's given moniker (Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta)?

Does the Royal Family Have a Last Name?

08/16/2019

Does the Royal Family Have a Last Name?

Believe it or not, Madonna has one (Ciccone).

What Does "Cisgender" Mean?

05/31/2018

What Does "Cisgender" Mean?

Whether it's thanks to Jazz Jennings, Caitlyn Jenner, or your own personal experience, the term "transgender" is undoubtedly on your radar.

Why People Are Comparing Meghan Markle to This Famous Socialite

12/04/2017

Why People Are Comparing Meghan Markle to This Famous Socialite

As far as romances go, they don't get much more fairy-tale-like than this: Prince Harry, heir to the British throne, falls in love with American actress Meghan Markle and puts a ring on it.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Have Announced a Wedding Venue

11/28/2017

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Have Announced a Wedding Venue

It's official: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry in May 2018 at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, Kensington Palace announced just 24 hours after revealing the couple's engagement to the world.

What the Outdated Term "Shotgun Wedding" Really Means

10/26/2017

What the Outdated Term "Shotgun Wedding" Really Means

Julia Stiles recently made headlines when she posted a photo on Instagram with the caption, "Who doesn't love a shotgun wedding?

Here's Why Daylight Saving Time Ends in November This Year

10/03/2017

Here's Why Daylight Saving Time Ends in November This Year

You've already said farewell to Summer and stocked up on pumpkin spice everything, but you might be wondering when the real sign of seasonal change will arrive: the end of daylight saving time.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus Is on the Verge of Dethroning This Emmy Awards Queen

09/20/2017

Julia Louis-Dreyfus Is on the Verge of Dethroning This Emmy Awards Queen

Everyone knows Game of Thrones is a record-breaking Emmy machine (the series has earned 38 statues, beating out Frasier as the most-won scripted show).

People Just Aren't Watching the Emmys Anymore — but Why?

09/20/2017

People Just Aren't Watching the Emmys Anymore — but Why?

There's good news and bad news when it comes to Sunday night's Emmys ratings.

Here's How Many Emmys Julia Louis-Dreyfus Now Has (Hint: It's a Lot)

09/19/2017

Here's How Many Emmys Julia Louis-Dreyfus Now Has (Hint: It's a Lot)

If awards were handed out for best worst dancing, Julia Louis-Dreyfus would have an extra Emmy to add to her mantle.