Effie Orfanides
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Effie Orfanides

Expertise:
Bravo, Real Housewives, Dancing With the Stars, Reality TV
Education:
University of Massachusetts
Location:
Tampa, Florida

Experience

Effie Orfanides has more than two decades of experience in entertainment journalism. She has been a contributor on Heavy since 2017 covering celebrity and entertainment news, including reality TV. She specializes in shows like "The Real Housewives" and "Dancing With the Stars." Effie's bylines have appeared in The List, People, YourTango, and CBS Local. Effie is also the CEO and founder of EO Digital and the mobile app beacheo. She is based in Tampa, Florida.

Education

Effie graduated from The University of Massachusetts with a degree in English.

Latest Articles From Effie Orfanides

  • DWTS Fans Disappointed 500th Episode Missed the Mark

    Many "Dancing With the Stars" fans were disappointed after watching the show's 500th episode as there wasn't anything special aired.

  • DWTS Fans Debate Revival of Controversial Elimination Twist

  • DWTS Fans Left Shocked by Ballroom Surprise

  • ‘Real Housewives of New York’ Star Pregnant at 37

  • DWTS Fans Upset by Pros’ ‘Major Announcement’

  • Former ‘Real Housewives’ Star Says Teddi Mellencamp Cheated on Edwin Arroyave

    A former "Real Housewives" star claims that Teddi Mellencamp cheated on Edwin Arroyave, effectively ending their marriage.

  • Former DWTS Pro Invited Back for 500th Episode, Turns Offer Down

  • DWTS Pros Make ‘Major’ Announcement on TikTok

  • ‘The Voice’ Coach’s Ex Makes Rare Appearance With Girlfriend

  • HGTV Star Teases Return of Popular Show

  • DWTS Pro Makes Red Carpet Debut With New Boyfriend

    A "Dancing With the Stars" pro and her new boyfriend made their red carpet debut.

  • DWTS Co-Host Alfonso Ribeiro Injured in Disney World

  • ‘Alaskan Bush People’ Star Bear Brown Posts Big Update

  • Doctor Shares Update on Hallmark Actress’ Mom as Concerns Grow

  • DWTS Pro Working New Job After Not Being Asked Back

  • ‘Real Housewives’ OG Steps Out With New Man 8 Months After Ending Engagement

  • HGTV Star’s New Post Has Fans Dragging Her Personal Life

  • DWTS Pro Puts Wedding on Hold Indefinitely

  • James Van Der Beek Reveals Cancer Stage, Updates in Candid Video

  • Hallmark Actor ‘Grateful’ Co-Star Is ‘Still Alive’

    A Hallmark actor opened up about his co-star and said that he's "grateful" that she's "still alive" after a struggle with fame.

  • Longtime DWTS Pro Gets Candid About Sudden Divorce

  • Derek Hough Cries While Sharing New Details About Wife’s Health Emergency

  • HGTV Fans Spot Star’s Ex in the Background of a Promo

  • Former DWTS Pro Kym Herjavec Shares Big News

  • ‘American Idol’s’ Adam Lambert Flaunts 60-Pound Weight Loss

    Adam Lambert stepped out in New York City on November 5 and showed off the 60-pound weight loss that he's been working on.

  • HGTV Star ‘Conflicted’ Over Upcoming Milestone

  • DWTS OG Confirms She Won’t Return for 500th Episode

  • Valerie Bertinelli & Mike Goodnough Split Following ‘Challenging’ Comment

  • DWTS Pro Emma Slater Reacts to Former Partner’s Devastating News

  • Hallmark Actor Gets Support From Wife Following Devastating Announcement

    A Hallmark actor's wife has spoken out to show her husband support.