Marica Laing
Location
Clanwilliam, South Africa
School
University Of The Free State
Expertise
Health And Fitness, Beauty Trends, The Royal Family
- Marica has been a health and fitness enthusiast since her early 20s and went on to become a 200-hour certified yoga teacher.
- She's always curious about the latest shenanigans the royal family is getting up to and loves doing research on royal family protocols and their origins.
- She co-authored two books titled "The Unofficial Harry Potter Bestiary" and "The Ultimate Wizarding World Guide to Magical Studies."
Experience
Marica has been a freelance writer since 2018. She kicked off her career writing articles about the wizarding world for MuggleNet's news team, and she proceeded to land various writing jobs, most notably writing for Bad Yogi's health and fitness blog, Bad Yogi Magazine. There, she covered everything from women's health to the latest yoga, fitness, beauty, and celebrity news. When she's not reading the latest medical studies about trending beauty treatments, you can find her handing out some skincare advice to her friends over a cup of coffee. One of the highlights of her career so far has been co-authoring three books.
Education
Marica received a BA in drama and theater arts and a B.A. Honors in film and visual media. These degrees provide her with unique insight into the entertainment industry and are the reason she knows a thing or two about stage makeup (and all the skin woes that come with using it every day).
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Stories By Marica Laing
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Princess Diana once had a close relationship with her sister Jane, but following her marriage to King Charles, their relationship became more and more strained.
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Since her death in 2022, Cheslie Kryst's mom, April Simpkins, has released her heartbreaking posthumous memoir detailing the tragic details of her life.
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The royal family is facing its biggest crisis in modern history, but Prince William and Prince Harry finally burying the hatchet could help immensely.
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Shiloh Jolie-Pitt seems to be doing the best job of getting along with everyone in her family following parents Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's divorce.
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In February 2024, King Charles III announced he had been diagnosed with cancer. The subsequent months brought conflicting rumors and official updates.
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King Charles and Princess Catherine's cancer diagnoses have sparked concerns over the possibility of Prince George ascending the throne sooner than anticipated.
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Princess Anne and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, may have contrasting demeanors, but the royal family's recent challenges have strengthened their relationship.
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Chef Rachael Ray shot to success as one of America's most popular TV personalities. But for all her fans, she's endured plenty of haters, among other tragedies.
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Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has faced a number of health-related challenges over the years – some of which are more concerning than others.
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That Madonna is one of the biggest pop stars who ever lived is hard to deny, but unusual lives tend to involve usual problems - some of which can turn tragic.
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After the Mother's Day photo debacle, conspiracy theories started pouring in, leaving some to question Kate Middleton's cancer announcement video.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs has been accused of a myriad of crimes in a slew of lawsuits since 2023. After police raided two of his homes, all eyes are on the rapper.
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Princess Anne and Timothy Laurence's courtship began with secret love letters in the '80s. Our body language experts weigh in on how they keep their love alive.
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Ming Lee Simmons is all grown up and making a name for herself in the fashion world. And yes, she continues to make her mom, Kimora Lee Simmons, proud.
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A lot of celebs had opinions about Princess Catherine's whereabouts. Now that she has confirmed her cancer diagnosis, many are hanging their heads in shame.
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Tree Paine is arguably one of the most famous publicists on the planet. Somehow, Taylor Swift's trusted PR person still manages to keep a low profile.
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James Middleton's wife, Alizee Thevenet, is pretty private, but she has shared some pieces of her life over the years. Find out more about the royal in-law.
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On March 11, a photo of Princess Catherine and Prince William sitting in a car was released. The photo didn't put royal pundits' questions to rest.
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James Middleton and Alizee Thevenet's relationship began with a meet-cute that belongs in a rom-com. Their love story has only continued to blossom.
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Prince Harry has publicly stood up for himself against his family's ill treatment of him and Meghan Markle. Here's details about his and King Charles' feud.
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What is Cushing syndrome? This is everything you need to know about the disorder responsible for altering Amy Schumer's appearance.
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Princess Charlotte has shown herself to be a leader among her siblings as they navigate royal life. Here's inside her sweet relationship with her brothers.
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All signs are pointing to Prince Harry staying as far away from Buckingham Palace as possible.
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Sharp wit, a penchant for going her own way, and a favorite royal of the public, Princess Anne has a long history of breaking the rules and entertaining us all.
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Given the state of the king's health, the palace will look to protocols - some more drastic than others and many dependent on the success of Charles' treatment.
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While she certainly became a household name after she linked up with Jason Kelce, Kylie Kelce is a lot more than the wife of a star football player.
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In January 2024, King Charles III shared that he'd been diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia. Let's take a look at this relatively common condition.