Britt Hawes
School
Chipola College, Florida State University, University Of New Orleans
Expertise
Natural/curly Hair Care, TikTok Nail Trends, Cozy Video Games
- Britt is an avid fan of TikTok and YouTube makeup hacks and will try any of them at least once, no matter how crazy it sounds.
- She has interviewed dozens of hair experts and likes to think she has an insider's view of the latest hair trends before they become mainstream.
- Her first novel, Twisted: Volume 1, was published when she was 19 and won a Readers' Favorite Choice award for YA General Fiction in 2014.
Experience
Britt began her writing career right out of high school when she wrote her first novel, Twisted. Between juggling coursework, a library assistant job, and a book review blog, Britt started working with Uloop first as an intern then a writer, where she wrote articles to help other busy students stay motivated and entertained. It was during her time with Uloop that she discovered her passion for writing lifestyle pieces that connected directly to an audience. In 2018, she became a full-time writer and editorial assistant for Panama City Living Magazine, publishing many successful articles that include an on-the-ground story on Mexico Beach and Hurricane Michael, several luxury home tours, and sampling dishes from the best restaurants in the Panhandle. Since then, Britt has worked with a wide variety of publications such as Go! Magazine, Dot eSports, Best Gaming Settings, and Macbrane before joining The List as a news writer in 2022.
Education
Britt has a bachelor's degree in English from Florida State University and a master's degree in English from the University of New Orleans. Her studies have further deepened her love of the written word and assisted her in becoming a better writer in general.
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Stories By Britt Hawes
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Tom Cruise and Robert Downey Jr. are two of the most bankable stars in Hollywood, but behind the scenes they take ping pong just as seriously as the rest of us.
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Willow Smith has been open about her unusual plans for romance. What do we know about her relationship with fellow musician, De'Wayne Jackson?
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Kari Lake's husband, Jeff Halperin, is not only his wife's number one fan, he's also been her longtime colleague and an experienced videographer.
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TLC's reality makeover series "Love, Lust or Run" is a must-watch for fans of "What Not to Wear." Here's where to find the show on streaming platforms.
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Hugh Jackman's and Deborra-Lee Furness' divorce was shocking for fans, and now, an insider has revealed the alleged real reason for their split.
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Kate Middleton is known for her love of sports, and while she shares some sporty hobbies with Prince William, there's one he won't join in.
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Tyler Perry has been there for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle since they moved to the U.S., and he has bonded with his goddaughter, Lilibet.
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The death of Henry A. Kissinger, arguably one of the most famous foreign affairs diplomats, is sparking a lot of commentary on social media.
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The Trumps are no strangers to making headlines for unusual choices, but Donald Trump Jr.'s recent fashion faux pas earned the ire of social media.
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After the untimely death of Matthew Perry, Keith Morrison has written a short post in remembrance of his stepson (and also a call to action).
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Renowned chef Gordon Ramsay and his wife Tana have six kids: three girls and three boys. The couple just welcomed their third son in November 2023.
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Mariah Carey's special edition Barbie has been a huge success for Mattel. However, the legendary singer did have one issue with the personalized doll.
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Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly seemed to live their relationship out in the public eye, but her new poetry book explores unseen sides of their romance.
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Taylor Swift has spoken out after a fan died at her Brazil concert, while other concertgoers voice their concerns as the country is experiencing a heat wave.
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If you didn't get the memo, Lizzo is in love, and here's what to know about the "Truth Hurts" singer's romance with TV personality Myke Wright.
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In an exclusive interview with The List, actor Crystal Lowe has revealed how Hallmark's Make Her Mark program has impacted her as a rising director.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's appearance at the opening of the Warrior Fitness Program in L.A. has drawn concern from royal watchers about their marriage.
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Melissa Peterman told The List that Lacey Chabert made filming "Haul Out the Holly" extra special. Here's why she just had to act with the queen of Christmas.
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Patrick Dempsey played out seemingly endless relationship drama on Grey's Anatomy, but his first real-life marriage was even messier than Derek and Meredith.
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The Osmond family were a hit in the 1970s, but they've slowly grown apart over the years. Is it down to a lack of time or something a bit darker?
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Matthew Perry had a positive male figure in his life who stood by him for decades: Keith Morrison. The "Dateline" host held the family together, Perry said.
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As the daughter of two mega-stars, it's no surprise that 10-year-old North West has some pretty famous besties. What other celeb kids are in her circle?
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Bindi Irwin and Derek Hough created a strong bond during Dancing With the Stars, and their friendship carried on long after their season ended.
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Travis Reed may only have appeared on one episode of "Grey's Anatomy" in 2013, but his storyline left many fans wishing for a repeat appearance.
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Social media users can't help but highlight the eerie similarity between Speaker Mike Johnson's wife Kelly and Michelle Duggar of "19 Kids & Counting."
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Steve Harvey's wife, Marjorie, drew intense backlash after using an offensive term on social media. The situation got worse when he jumped to her defense.
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At first, it seemed like co-host Marie Osmond's departure from "The Talk" was amicable. However, it seems as though two other co-hosts wanted her out.