Mike Nied
School
Miami University, Kent State University
Expertise
Pop Culture, Pop Music, Makeup, Britney Spears
- Mike Nied has over seven years experience in the realm of entertainment media with a speciality in pop culture, especially music.
- He's been published on websites including PopCrush, Idolator, BreatheHeavy, Grindr's INTO, Mimi Magazine, and PopWrapped and in print for Akron Life Magazine.
- He's conducted interviews with the likes of Lauren Jauregui, Louis Tomlinson, Allie X, and Kim Petras and covered events such as the MTV Video Music Awards and Grammy Awards.
Experience
Mike is an interior designer turned journalist, and continues to focus on all things pop culture within his career. The article he's most proud of is his coming out story, which was woven into song lyrics off Troye Sivan's "Blue Neighbourhood" and published on Grindr's INTO. A self-taught makeup artist, member of the Britney Spears Army, and proud Gleek, he loves writing about music, celebrities, makeup, style, and culture for The List.
Education
He has a bachelor's degree in interior design from Oxford, Ohio's Miami University. After falling in love with writing, he attained a master's degree in journalism and mass communication from Kent State University, an Ohio state school.
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Stories By Mike Nied
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Spooky Season is in full swing, and makeup lovers have a lot to celebrate. As Halloween looms, brands are rushing to drop collections inspired by the holiday.
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Celebrities are known for rocking some great Halloween costumes, especially when they get their kids involved. Here are some of our favorites.
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Kelly Clarkson's history with covers goes back to "American Idol," but she's delivered some of her best during Kellyoke on "The Kelly Clarkson Show."
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Halloween is right around the corner, which means now is the perfect time for a season viewing. Here are the best Halloween cartoons for the whole family.
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A tragic and fatal accident that occurred on set of Alec Baldwin's upcoming film "Rust" has led to an influx of questions about the safety of prop guns.
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Here are a couple of tips and tricks to broadcast your love of Halloween in a way that won't look out of place any other day of the year.
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Halloween was dulled in 2020, but now, many are planning on doing it bigger and better than ever. Here are the best and worst Halloween candy in each state.
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Country star RaeLynn may not have made it all the way on "The Voice" in 2012, but she and her coach Blake Shelton remain super close.
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Royal children are just like all the other kids out there, kind of. And Prince Louis has a hobby many kids enjoy!
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It's been six long years since Adele last dropped an album, and she's finally back. Here's the meaning behind Adele's new single "Easy on Me."
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Jennifer Gates, the eldest of Bill and Melinda Gates' three children, is about to become a married woman. Here's everything we know about the upcoming wedding.
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Christian Siriano said "I do" in 2016 to musician Brad Walsh before calling it quits in 2018. Here's inside Christian Siriano's former marriage to Brad Walsh.
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Guy Lockard has joined the cast of NBC's "Chicago Med" for Season 7. Here's why you may recognize the actor who plays Dr. Dylan Scott.
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If you've ever wanted to dress up as Wonder Woman, here's your chance to know exactly how to pull it off. This is the lipstick Gal Gadot wears as Wonder Woman.
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It's not easy to join the cast of a popular show like "Chicago Med," but the "Chicago Med" series regular who started out as just a guest star is doing great.
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While serving as the host of "Dancing With the Stars," Tyra Banks has taken advantage of the fashion opportunities presented to her, and one look stood out.
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JJ Lane was depicted as something of a villain during his time on "The Bachelorette," but a lot has changed since then. Here's what has happened to him.
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If you want to do your makeup like Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn in "Birds of Prey," this is the exact lip color you need.
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Although William's name is already fit for royalty, it turns out that his father allegedly had a different kingly name in mind for his son.
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Prince William and Kate Middleton's romance is refreshing and a testament to the power of love. But it's also proof that tradition isn't set in stone.
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Paul Bettany (Vision) has spilled some tea about working on 'Wandavision.' Recently, he even revealed the surprising challenge he faced to become a superhero.
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Kenya Moore of "Real Housewives of Atlanta" is dancing her way to the top of the heap on "Dancing With The Stars."
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Britney Spears scored a big win in an LA courtroom today. Her father, Jamie Spears, was officially suspended from his role as conservator of her estate.
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Britney Spears and Natalie Portman are two of the most successful women, and here's the surprising connection between Natalie Portman and Britney Spears.
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Competing on "The Bachelor" or "The Bachelorette" doesn't guarantee that you'll find love.
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We've all been sensing a change in the season for a couple weeks now, and this new Jeffree Star makeup collection will have you ready for a pumpkin spice latte.
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We compiled a rundown of must-have green eyeshadow palettes at a variety of price points that will leave everyone else green with envy over your superior stash.