Becki Ledford
School
Harvard University, Boston College
Expertise
'90s & '00s Pop Culture, Mental Health, Parenting
- Becki grew up on Nickelodeon shows, country music, and boy band pop so she loves to write about your favorite celebrities from the '90s and '00s.
- As a new mom, she has all things babies and children on her mind so she is eager to help you choose baby names, Halloween costumes, and the best products for your little ones.
- Her master's degree in counseling psychology helps her write about the psychology behind the choices we make.
Experience
Becki has written for various outlets since undergrad when she was a writer and editor for The Harvard Crimson. While in graduate school for counseling psychology, she began blogging about food and wellness, including topics related to mental health. She began writing for The List in 2016, covering a variety of topics, including mental health, relationships, and celebrities. She has since written and edited for several Static Media brands.
Education
Becki has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Harvard University and a master's in counseling psychology from Boston College.
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Stories By Becki Ledford
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Ms. Rachel has taken YouTube by storm with her adorable and catchy songs for little ones that have parents and kids alike tapping their feet and singing along.
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Before his tragic death, Matthew Perry was looking forward to having children of his own one day.
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Matthew Perry's final interviewer, Jennifer Hudson, described the actor using these two words, which have taken on an entirely new meaning after his death.
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Matthew Perry starred in "Friends" for some 10 years, and yet decades afterward, he still doesn't watch the show. Sadly, there's a very poignant reason why.
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Some celebrities never seem to age and we want to know their secrets. Here are some celebs who look like they haven't aged in 20 years and how they do it.
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For four decades, Pat Sajak has been the face of the game show "Wheel of Fortune." But who are his kids and are any of them following in his footsteps?
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Why do people cheat? The List spoke to the experts – from social workers and therapists to psychologists and sociologists – to find out.
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If you're expecting a brave little adventurer, a name from a fantasy movie may be just the ticket to capturing your baby's personality.
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Different times of the year can present different challenges to your skin. This is why you should modify your skin care routine seasonally.
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From classic costumes to pop culture portrayals, we've rounded up some Halloween costumes that would be beyond adorable for your baby.
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MTV brought reality TV into popular culture with "The Real World" and then "Road Rules." These are the stars from both series that you didn't know died.
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From her story before "Full House" to her struggles with addiction to her work as an activist, here's what you might not know about actor Jodie Sweetin.
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These brands talk a big game when it comes to being eco-friendly -- and fall very short of the claims they make.
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If showering less than daily has benefits, what would happen if you were to stop bathing for an extended period of time? Here's what the experts say.
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Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick's tumultuous relationship has been gracing our screens since the premiere of "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" in 2007.
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From his beginnings in Oklahoma to his chart-topping success in Nashville, the transformation of Garth Brooks was a complete metamorphosis.
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The cast of "Home Improvement" graced American television screens for eight years between 1991-1999, earning the ABC show consistently high ratings.
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The world first got to know Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson in "Toddlers & Tiaras," but she's grown up a lot since then. Here's what life is like for her now.
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With more than two decades since the iconic 1987 film "Dirty Dancing" hit theaters, we're taking a look at what (most of) the cast looks like today.
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Those who grew up in the '90s surely remember "Family Matters" from the ABC TGIF Friday night lineup at the time. Here's what the cast has been up to since.
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Best known as Dr. Derek "McDreamy" Shepherd on "Grey's Anatomy," Patrick Dempsey has come a long way in his life and career. Here's how he's transformed.
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Here are just a few of the former U.S. Olympic gymnasts who are unrecognizable now and what they've been up to. Some of these athletes might surprise you!
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One TLC original program that you may be familiar with is "My Strange Addiction," a show featuring people with bizarre, sometimes compulsive behaviors.
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It's hard to believe that Forrest Gump was released over 25 years ago. In the years since, the cast has been quite busy. Here's what the cast looks like today.
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From the first Twilight movie to the last, we witnessed the demise of both humans and vampires alike. Here are the last words of every fallen character.
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Many of the best 2021 winter clothing trends are so versatile, you can wear them long into spring. These are the best winter clothing trends of 2021.
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Keep scrolling after the jump for some little-known facts about the Korean-American doctor-turned-actor, Ken Jeong.