Chandler Kinney is putting her good vibes to work. The Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin and Dancing With the Stars alum has been named Hello’s Chief Aura Officer, and she’s bringing a little more whimsy to the self-care aisle.

In an exclusive chat with OK! Senior Editor Rebecca Friedman, the 25-year-old opens up about protecting her peace, her Clairo-filled mornings, why she loves a unicorn deodorant, and the Disney Princess role she’s ready to manifest.

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Q: Congratulations on being named Hello’s Chief Aura Officer. What does this title mean to you, and how does it reflect your personality off camera?

Chandler Kinney: I am very honored to be named the chief aura officer of Hello, because I’ve always prided myself on having good aura, and now I feel like it’s official. I’m very excited to be in partnership with Hello. I think self-care is something that I am prioritizing more and more in my life, so the timing of it feels very kismet for me.

I think they also have a way of making self-care feel more fun and magical, taking mundane moments – things that you have to do every day – and adding a little bit of whimsy and fun back into our self-care routines. I’m really excited to be here in this role, and I’m excited for everybody to see the work that we’ve done together. There’s some fun social content coming. I don’t want to tease too much, but we have some good stuff.

Q: You have fans from Disney, Pretty Little Liars, and Dancing With the Stars. Do you think about balancing different age groups when choosing projects and partnerships?

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Ashley Iaconetti may be juggling motherhood, marriage and reality TV, but she’s making it look easy.

The Real Housewives of Rhode Island star caught up with OK!’s Molly Goddard to chat about the whirlwind response to Bravo’s newest hit, how filming compares to her Bachelor days, the sweet support she gets from husband Jared Haibon, and why her latest partnership with Cheerios felt like a match made in snack heaven.

She also opened up about mom guilt, friendship, reunion drama, and the surprising way her reality TV love story inspired a new collection of limited-edition rings.

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MOLLY: The response to The Real Housewives of Rhode Island has been huge. What has the last few months been like for you?

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Lisa Vanderpump is checking guests into her biggest venture yet. As the reality TV icon, restaurateur and entrepreneur celebrates the opening of her first-ever hotel, The Vanderpump Hotel in Las Vegas, she sits down with OK! Senior Editor JACLYN ROTH to talk about bringing her signature style to the Strip, building a business empire, why this project feels especially personal, and what’s still left on her bucket list.

From Giggy-inspired design touches to her dream celebrity guests and plans for a full lifestyle brand, Vanderpump reflects on the journey that brought her here – and why she’s just getting started.

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JACLYN: We’re here this week with the opening of your marvelous, amazing hotel. I’m loving the room, the robes, everything. The plush towels are unreal, and the bed is so comfortable.

LISA: That’s one thing about this bed. I called it “the shack”– okay, the mattress. (Laughs.) I didn’t think anybody would ever comment on it. I thought they might say, “Oh, I like...” But everybody’s talked about the bed.

JACLYN: You’re obviously one of the biggest businesswomen I know. Why now with the hotel? You’ve done restaurants, television, so many different ventures.

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From Sex and the City style moments to a surprise Love Island obsession, Cynthia Rowley is still finding inspiration everywhere.

In an exclusive chat with OK!’s Molly Goddard, the iconic designer reflected on her decades-long career, the fashion trends she loves seeing come back around, the major honor that left her starstruck, and why making women feel confident never goes out of style.

She also opened up about her new Downy partnership and the flower brooch she predicts will be everywhere this summer.

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MOLLY: Cynthia, it is such an honor to get to speak with you. You make women feel so beautiful, feminine and fun, which I feel is what we need in fashion right now. You’ve touched so many different generations of women. I was looking at pieces I own of yours and remembering when my mom bought me my first Cynthia Rowley bag years ago.

CYNTHIA: Thank you. It’s so funny – yesterday my team was looking at a lot of vintage Cynthia Rowley pieces that were on TV shows and different projects, and I was like, “Wow, I really have been doing this a long time.” I always say your closet is like a scrapbook. When you pull something out, you remember all the good times you had in it, or that your mom bought it for you, or it was for a special occasion.

MOLLY: You’ve been in the industry for decades and reinvented yourself so many times. How has your creative process changed over the years?

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Boston Rob has spent more than two decades cementing his status as one of reality TV’s biggest legends – but thanks to his scene-stealing run on The Traitors, the Survivor icon is enjoying a whole new wave of fame.

In an exclusive chat with OK!’s Molly Goddard, Rob Mariano opens up about life after Traitors, the friendships he formed with stars like Dylan Efron and Ciara Miller, representing his beloved Boston, and what his four daughters really think about their dad’s latest career resurgence.

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MOLLY: This is such a great time to get to speak with you because we just wrapped up Survivor 50. Aubry came out victorious. What did you make of everything? What was your biggest takeaway from the 50th season?

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Love Island USA fan favorite Jeremiah Brown may not have left the villa with a Final Four finish or a lasting romance, but the Season 7 star says the experience changed his life in ways he never expected.

In an exclusive chat with OK! Senior Editor Rebecca Friedman, Brown reflects on the most emotional moments from his time on the show, reveals the challenge he’d never do again, shares whether he’s keeping up with the current season and explains why – one year later – he’s still feeling nothing but gratitude for the opportunity.

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Q: What was the most emotional or intense moment from your time in the villa?

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From surprise pop-ups to sold-out arena shows, Two Friends have mastered the art of keeping fans on their toes.

While celebrating their partnership with Smirnoff Ice SMASH and the brand’s SMASH Hours pop-up series, DJs Eli Sones and Matthew Halper sat down exclusively with OK! Senior Editor Rebecca Friedman to discuss dream collaborations, the secret to their success, the evolution of Big Booty Land, and why one fantasy lineup would involve Frank Sinatra rising from the dead.

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Q: You’ve built a fan base that’s stayed with you for years. Why do you think people connect with your music so strongly?

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Mel B is back where she feels most at home.

Ahead of the milestone 20th season of America’s Got Talent, the former Spice Girl sat down with OK! Editor-in-Chief Jaclyn Roth to discuss returning to the judges’ table, her close bond with Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, and Howie Mandel, life as a newlywed, and why she feels happier and more confident than ever at 50.

She also opened up about the show serving as a sanctuary during some of the most difficult years of her life – and why she’s grateful for every opportunity that has come her way.

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JACLYN: Tell me about this new season of America’s Got Talent.

MEL: I actually think this is the best yet because there are some twists and turns that no one will be expecting.

JACLYN: Are there any acts so far that stand out to you? Why?

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JaNa Craig may have found fame on Love Island USA, but the fan favorite has continued to thrive long after leaving the villa.

From her unbreakable friendships with Serena Page and Leah Kateb to navigating fame, exciting new brand partnerships and what’s next for her growing career, Craig sat down exclusively with OK! Senior Editor Rebecca Friedman to reflect on the whirlwind journey, reveal the lessons she’s learned along the way, and share why authenticity remains her biggest key to success.

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Q: Friendship was such a huge part of your journey on Love Island USA. How did your experience on the show shape the way you view female friendships today?

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Love Island USA Season 7 star TJ Palma is embracing a whole new chapter after reality TV fame.

In an exclusive interview with OK! Senior Editor Rebecca Friedman, the influencer dished on life with girlfriend Iris Kendall, his growing Airbnb empire, dealing with online trolls, and why becoming the face of a major hair-care campaign is helping him embrace a whole new side of himself.

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Q: How have you learned to deal with public opinions and social media scrutiny?

TJ: It was very tough at first. Before the show, I really didn’t do social media. I didn’t understand the full extent of hearing so many opinions about your life. When I first got off the show, I always wanted to correct people and explain what really happened. It messed with me a lot.

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Antoni Porowski is embracing a major new chapter in life – and it goes far beyond Queer Eye.

The 42-year-old TV star opened up to OK! Editor-in-Chief JACLYN ROTH about his “bittersweet” transition into solo projects – including National Geographic’s upcoming series No Taste Like Home, where he travels the world exploring culture through food.

At the same time, Porowski is settling into a slower pace after buying a country house with his partner – admitting the new home has become his “entire identity” as he learns to garden and finally slow down after years of nonstop work.

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JACLYN: I feel like you’re in this new era and chapter of your life. Are you excited for people to see this side of you – especially with the National Geographic project coming up?

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Reality TV fan favorite Rob Rausch is soaking up some much-needed downtime after his breakout run on The Traitors – but don’t expect him to slow down completely anytime soon.

During an exclusive chat with OK! Editor-in-Chief Jaclyn Roth, the reality star opened up about life after the show, his close bond with fellow castmates, the possibility of returning for an all-stars season, his love of catching snakes, and why teaming up with Reese’s felt like the easiest “yes” ever.

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JACLYN: You’ve had a crazy past few months. What’s it been like being home after all the Traitors madness? Have you finally been able to decompress and enjoy life on the farm?

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Reality TV legend Rob Mariano (AKA Boston Rob) is still outwitting, outplaying and outlasting – but these days, he’s also winning over a whole new generation of fans.

During an exclusive chat with OK! Editor-in-Chief Jaclyn Roth, the longtime Survivor icon opened up about turning 50, his breakout Traitors friendship with Dylan Efron, why he thinks an all-star Traitors season would be “a problem,” and the one reality TV twist he’s dying to see happen next.

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JACLYN: You’ve had so many stints on reality TV. Is there a show you’d still want to do?

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From Bachelorette buzz to body-image honesty, Ilona Maher is saying it all.

In this candid Q&A with OK!’s Editor-in-Chief Jaclyn Roth, the breakout star opens up about the viral push for her to lead The Bachelorette, why she’s “not fully ruling it out,” and what it really means to be seen as desirable without changing who she is.

She also gets real about confidence, her Sports Illustrated moment and the pressures behind the spotlight – proving she’s just as unfiltered off the field as she is on it.

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JACLYN: We have to talk about this – so many people want you to be the Bachelorette. It’s been such a hot topic. What are your thoughts?

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You asked – she answered! From jaw-dropping celeb hookups to the headline tricks that actually drive clicks, OK! Magazine’s Editor-in-Chief JACLYN ROTH is pulling back the curtain on what really powers the site’s biggest stories.

In this candid Q&A, she reveals the moments that made her “gasp,” why those first few words of a headline matter most and how the team decides what’s worth publishing – and what gets cut before it ever goes live.

Ever wondered what’s really going on behind the scenes? Here’s your inside look.

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Q: What kind of stories do you personally get most excited about?

JACLYN: I get excited about some juicy news — especially surprising couples! When Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were seen holding hands after one of his games in 2023, I was actually stunned! I also gasped when Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet were revealed to be a couple. You always think, is that real? And then when you actually see it, it’s crazy!

Q: How do you know if a headline is good enough to run?

JACLYN: I always think… what would I want to see? What would draw me in? To me, the important components of a headline are making sure their full names are in there and they are more toward the front of the headline vs. the back. The headline should immediately grab me in, so the first 5-6 words are extremely important! Sometimes I can think about a headline for a while, and it still doesn’t feel good enough!

Q: Do you ever kill a story even if you know it’ll get clicks?

JACLYN: Not so much if it won’t get clicks, more if it’s something TOO salacious or something we don’t have enough credibility with. Some outlets/blogs/internet sleuths post things on Instagram/X, but they aren’t true - so we really need to use our judgment and try to verify before we post something. Everyone on our team has around 6-7 stories they write each day, but if a better story arises, we will usually knock the “less” important one off their list to make room for ones we KNOW will get the clicks.

Q: What do readers actually care about right now that might surprise people?

JACLYN: Honestly, politics. I went into entertainment news not ever thinking about politics, but our world has changed so much, and politics/entertainment are sort of colliding into one! Spencer Pratt is running for mayor of LA, Donald Trump is our president twice (and was a reality star before he became president), and so much more! I think people are really interested in the behind the scenes of the political world now.

Q: What’s the difference between a story that does okay vs. one that blows up?

JACLYN: The difference is pageviews! We’ve had stories blow up on social and our site. For instance, Kelly Ripa getting into a “spat” with Howie Mandel was on Live with Mark and Kelly, and no one caught it in the moment except for us! We posted right away, and it garnered almost 20K views in one day! Sometimes stories fall flat, and that’s OK too… but we always need to try, and this way, we can also learn about what our audience likes too. When a story goes viral though, it’s a great feeling.

Q: How do you handle it when a story gets backlash?

JACLYN: Honestly, just shrug it off! Easier said than done, of course, but I try not to look at the comments section (which a lot of celebs have told me to not do because it will just bring you down). I know there are some tough calls to make, but there’s going to be another story in probably 15-20 minutes that we’re going to post, so the cycle moves quickly!

Q: What makes you personally click on a story now?

JACLYN: I love photos and videos. In this day and age, I feel like social media is so important and we all want to watch something that’s 5-10 seconds. I also will click on a story if it’s someone I care about. I love Taylor Swift, so anything she does, I will click on. I also will click on those crazy stories - Cardi B and Nicki Minaj got into a fight at Fashion Week in 2018? I need to read that!

Q: What’s something people think is easy about this job that really isn’t?

JACLYN: Interviewing celebs! It’s so fun and there have been amazing experiences, but I think people think I am in a room with them all day, and in reality, it’s like a 10-minute experience. Typically, I get to chat with them for around 10-15 minutes, and it’s very fast. Sometimes, they are on such a tight schedule, it’s hard to get chummy and really get to know them. Also, red carpets are cool but it’s not glamorous. You’re standing there hoping that the celebrity stops to talk to you, but they could easily pass through (maybe they are in a rush), or you only get 1 question, and you have to make it count! There’s a lot of pressure that comes with that, but I have to still remember, it’s a great experience either way.

Q: What’s a common learning curve for younger editors?

JACLYN: I think knowing what is newsworthy vs. what’s not and how we can set ourselves apart from other brands. We have a lot of competition in the entertainment space, so we really need to set ourselves apart and not just write the straight up news sometimes. If Britney Spears was seen getting into a heated debate at a restaurant, we should call the restaurant, reach out to eyewitnesses, etc., so we can get our own take on the situation and story and handle our reporting differently. We have a different spin and take than the other outlets, so we need to continue making it special and unique.

Q: If you were starting your editorial career over, would you do anything differently?

JACLYN: Honestly, no. I started off as a red-carpet reporter and got so much experience interviewing celebs in real time – on a carpet when it’s tense and stressful and you have to think on your feet. I also built thick skin because sometimes celebs might not be the friendliest, so you really just can’t take it personally. I was in the weeds of it all and got an understanding of how showbiz works. I wouldn’t trade it for anything, and I am so happy to be where I am now! It really is a dream job that I don’t take for granted.

Q: What’s the fastest way someone can earn your trust at work?

JACLYN: Just being passionate about the stories and having knowledge about the entertainment world! I want you to be excited to write a 400+ story about Kim Kardashian, but also about Donald Trump. It can be tough to know a little bit about everything, but this job should be fun! I also want someone who is eager to pitch stories or find a different angle that others aren’t always getting. Have a good attitude and be a team player 🙂 .

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Basketball may have made him a household name – but these days, Shaquille O’Neal is focused on something entirely different.

In an exclusive chat with OK! Senior Editor Rebecca Friedman, the NBA legend opens up about stepping away from the game and diving into a bold new venture, teaming up with tm:rw – a futuristic retail and innovation experience in New York City’s Times Square – as an investor, partner, and global ambassador.

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REBECCA: You’ve really mastered post-NBA success in a way few athletes have. When you decide to partner with someone, what is it about Nathalie (Bernce) that makes her such a successful and inspiring female CEO in such a unique industry?

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They’ve lived in the spotlight for years – but there’s a lot more to the story.

Dina and Aliana Lohan caught up with OK!’s Molly Goddard to get candid about family, fame, and what it’s really like navigating it all alongside Lindsay Lohan.

From staying grounded to keeping their bond strong, the duo is opening up like never before. Upgrade your GROUP CHAT subscription below to unlock.

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MOLLY: Dina, You have raised such inspiring and talented children. How were you able to guide them on their journeys?

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She’s stepping into her mom era – and absolutely glowing. ✨

In this candid chat with OK!’s Editor-in-Chief Jaclyn Roth, former Bachelorette JoJo Fletcher opens up about life with baby Romy, her first Mother’s Day, and how motherhood has completely changed everything.

From sleepless nights to the biggest love she’s ever known, she’s getting real about what it’s really like – and why she wouldn’t trade it for anything. Upgrade your subscription below to unlock!

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JACLYN: I love seeing you as a mom – you’re absolutely thriving. What’s it been like for you, and what’s been the biggest change?

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’90s nostalgia just met a real-life glow-up.

Danielle Fishel – beloved for Boy Meets World and her Dancing With the Stars run – and *NSYNC icon Lance Bass are still going strong decades later, and they’re opening up like never before.

The longtime friends sat down with OK! Senior Editor Jaclyn Roth to dish on growing up in the spotlight, navigating fame, family life today and why their bond has only gotten stronger with time.

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JACLYN: I love that you guys have such a strong friendship after all these years. Obviously being ’90s icons, what is it like seeing you grow together and still be so strong in your bond? You grew up in this weird fame world together – how has it been navigating that, and now seeing where you are today?

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She’s turning personal loss into purpose – and opening up like never before.

In an exclusive sit-down, The Golden Bachelorette star Joan Vassos speaks candidly with OK! Editor-in-Chief Jaclyn Roth about honoring her late husband, finding love again, and using her voice to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer – sharing the emotional journey behind it all.

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JACLYN: What was it like sharing your story on TV?

JOAN: It wasn’t my intention to talk about it so much, but it just came out naturally. I felt like anyone I might connect with deserved to know my story. Many people on the show had experienced loss, so it created a deeper connection. It ended up being something I shared nationally, but it felt right.

JACLYN: Are you glad you were open about it?

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