Nola Ojomu, US Senior Entertainment Reporter

Nola Ojomu is a senior entertainment reporter based in New York City, who has over a decade of experience covering showbiz, entertainment and pop culture. Having graduated with a journalism degree accredited by the NTCJ, BJTC, and PPA, she's enjoyed an accomplished career writing for publications such as The Sun US, Cosmopolitan UK, Daily Mail Australia, Complex, Yahoo Entertainment and many more. Elsewhere, she's shared her expert insights on CNN, BBC Newsnight, and in the Ed Sheeran: Man + Guitar documentary. Since joining the Showbiz Exclusives team in July 2022, Nola has delivered exclusives on a wide range of American stories, as well as conducted on-camera interviews, presented showbiz video articles and represented the DM brand at high-profile red carpets such as the Met Gala and MTV VMAs.

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Inside the staggering backstories of the women who will be joining Lauren Sanchez and Gayle King in space

07/04/25 03:07

The famous names will be joined by women with very impressive accomplishments in their careers. Former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe will be along for the ride as well as civil rights activist Amanda Nguyễn and film producer Kerianne Flynn. Here FEMAIL takes a look at the inspiring backstories of the historic group embarking on the trip of a lifetime....read

Hootie and the Blowfish fans stunned to learn the true meaning of the band's iconic name
03/04/25 02:11
The iconic rock band, which was formed in South Carolina, has comprised of Darius Rucker, Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, and Jim Sonefeld for the entirety of their music career.
Brave Teddi Mellencamp's heartbreaking final steps to support her family after stage 4 diagnosis
03/04/25 11:37
The reality star, 43, revealed that the melanoma has now metastasized to her lungs and brain, forcing her to face the reality that her children may soon have to face life without her.
Modern Family star Ed O'Neill's daughter hits out at conspiracies claiming they are not related
02/04/25 07:35
The 78-year-old longtime actor recently joined his daughter Claire in a hilarious snippet in which they lip synced the expletive-laden intro to Tupac's 1996 song Hit Em Up.
Gayle King says she is terrified about upcoming Blue Origin space trip after astrologer's chilling premonition
02/04/25 02:53
The CBS Mornings anchor, 70, announced last month that she is amongst the all-female crew headed on Blue Origin 's springtime mission
Lauren Sanchez, Katy Perry and Gayle King stun on Elle front cover alongside their all-female Blue Origin crew
02/04/25 01:10
The group assembled in person for the very first time for a special April digital cover for the publication.
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Britney Spears' fans shocked to discover who REALLY inspired hit single Toxic
02/04/25 07:49
Released back in 2003, the catchy pop tune - which sees the singer candidly describing her lover as dangerously addictive and quickly - soared up the charts.
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Wheel of Fortune fans fume as Ryan Seacrest continues to make major hosting error
01/04/25 05:55
Since taking over from longtime host Sajak in September, the 50-year-old presenter has been dealing with mixed reviews from fans as they adjust to his presenting style on the popular game show.
Beyoncé's top parenting rule when it comes to raising her three children
01/04/25 03:24
Beyoncé's mother Tina Knowles has opened up about the sweet way the pop superstar makes sure to prioritize her children .
Brandi Glanville slams doctors over facial parasite crisis after spending $70K on plastic surgery consultations
31/03/25 09:36
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum, 52, has been chronicling her health journey since 2023, when she first began treatment for a mysterious illness that caused facial disfigurement.
Sydney Sweeney SLAMMED over her 'inappropriate' choice of dress at Glen Powell's sister's wedding
31/03/25 09:19
The actress - who 'called off her wedding' to fiancé Jonathan Davino, 41 - turned heads in a baby blue dress from V. Chapman which featured a corset-style bodice and ruffled maxi skirt.
Barbara Walters fans outraged over Jenny McCarthy's bold claim legendary journalist had dementia
31/03/25 04:47
The actress, 52, appeared on the daytime talk show from 2013 to 2014 and has previously claimed Walters had a 'miserable' time during her stint.
Singer Carnie Wilson hits back at 'terrible' and 'cruel' comments about daughter Lola's American Idol audition
31/03/25 02:49
March 23 saw the aspiring musician, 19, reunite two-thirds of Wilson Phillips plus her dad Rob Bonfiglio to sing Hold On for her audition on the long running competition show.
American Pickers host reveals the show's future after 15 years
28/03/25 09:42
The History Channel star, 60, confirmed plans for a filming hiatus once he wraps up filming for the upcoming season in June.
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Ice Cube's son O'Shea Jackson Jr. praised for 'correct response' to being called a 'nepo baby'
28/03/25 07:19
At a time where the offspring of famous stars have spoken out about their hatred of the title, the Straight Outta Compton actor is being praised by fans for having the 'correct response' to the label.
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Beastie Boys fans stunned to learn the real meaning of band's name more than 40 years later
28/03/25 03:14
The hip hop group, who first formed in New York in 1979, was composed of guitarist Adam 'Ad Rock' Horovitz, bass player Adam 'MCA' Yauch and Michael 'Mike D' Diamond.
Kylie Kelce furiously hits back at claims women who have C-sections don't 'experience birth'
27/03/25 03:35
Kelce shared her passionate viewpoint on the online debate after pointing out how some people look down on moms that give birth with the help of an epidural, or via a C-sections.
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Julie Chrisley's surprising prison hobby revealed by ex fellow inmate
27/03/25 03:59
The 52-year-old is serving seven years and her husband Todd Chrisley is behind bars for 12, after both were convicted of fraud and tax evasion.
Kelly Clarkson reveals what she hates most about the US school system
26/03/25 09:31
The daytime talk show host kept it as real as ever during her appearance on Kelce's Not Gonna Lie podcast. A snippet of the pair's candid chat was shared online on Wednesday.
American Pickers star Mike Wolfe gets candid about future wedding plans
26/03/25 07:59
The History Channel star, 60, and his girlfriend were in high spirits on Monday as they celebrated the premiere of their new movie, Day of Reckoning.
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Modern Family star breaks his silence on rumors of his DEATH after missing reunion
26/03/25 03:21
The actor, 57, famously played goofy but lovable dad Phil Dunphy in the hit series, and has remained friendly with his co-stars ever since the sitcom came to an end in 2020.
Wheel of Fortune host Ryan Seacrest ends up in VERY compromising position with contestant
25/03/25 07:20
Since taking over from Pat Sajak last year, the presenter has seen himself encounter a a wide range of different contestants.
Jenny McCarthy recalls shocking moment she thought Barbara Walters may have dementia
25/03/25 04:35
The actress, 52, appeared on the series from 2013-2014 and has previously claimed she had a 'miserable' time during her stint.
How 'stern' Beyonce demanded Hollywood producer change his script FIVE TIMES before agreeing to star in film
25/03/25 02:44
The superstar singer starred alongside Idris Elba and Ali Larter in the psychological thriller, however the script took a lot of refining before the musician agreed to sign on for the project.
Jenna Bush Hager reveals gruesome finger injury: 'If you're queasy, don't look'
24/03/25 09:51
The TODAY with Jenna & Friends host, 43, was her usual upbeat self for Monday's episode but was quick to point out why fans might have noticed a slight difference in her look.
Benny Blanco unveils shock transformation as fans praise Selena Gomez for 'the girlfriend effect'
24/03/25 08:30
The music producer is somewhat famed for the signature unibrow, however the 37-year-old appeared to decide it was time for a change.
HGTV star slams 'disgusting' comments from trolls after facing 'deep dark tunnel of vile hatred'
24/03/25 05:20
The TV personality, 46, has been in the spotlight for years thanks to the success of Fixer to Fabulous and Home Town Takeover.
Eva Longoria candidly opens up about feeling like the 'ugly duckling' of her family
24/03/25 03:50
The Desperate Housewives star, 50, is famed for her flawless looks - however the star noted that she 'wasn't the pretty one' compared to her three sisters.
Rosie O'Donnell shares her 'shocking' new size after losing weight on Mounjaro
21/03/25 09:11
The star, who turned 63 on Friday, has been taking the popular medication to help manage the chronic disease which affects how the body uses glucose (sugar) for energy.
Why fans are convinced Selena Gomez's new song is about Hailey Bieber
21/03/25 08:33
The song sees Selena sing about 'jealousy' and her and another woman having feelings for the same man.
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Benny Blanco recalls crying at old video of Selena Gomez as a Disney star
21/03/25 05:24
Blanco made the shocking confession about his partner in a recent Instagram comment.
Lindsie Chrisley reveals she hasn't seen dad Todd in over a year and NEVER visited step-mom Julie in prison
21/03/25 04:23
Lindsie has shared an update about the state of her relationship with her parents as they continue to serve their prison sentences for fraud and tax evasion.
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Eva Longoria shares Meryl Streep's hilarious reaction to finding out they're cousins
21/03/25 03:15
The Desperate Housewives alum, 50, discovered that she is related to the legendary actress during an appearance on Dr. Henry Louis Gates' genealogy series, Faces of America.
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Gigi Hadid's Hairspray Vogue tribute slammed as 'tone deaf' over its lack of plus-size models
20/03/25 09:59
Earlier this month, the fashion bible revealed it's colorful homage to the beloved John Waters musical with Hadid portraying lead character Tracy Turnblad... but it's come under fierce scrutiny.
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Wheel of Fortune star Vanna White reveals astonishing number of dresses she's worn while co-hosting the show
20/03/25 09:43
The longtime co-host, 68, has famously been tasked with turning the letters on the puzzle board for over four decades - and she always does so in fabulous style.
The White Lotus star finally addresses THAT viral season three finale theory
20/03/25 09:11
A popular theory has floated around X and Reddit that has said one of the monkeys gets hold of a gun and ends up going on a shooting rampage... and Michelle Monaghan has weighed in on it.
Ellen Pompeo slammed as 'bitter' by fans for her savage dig at Grey's Anatomy co-star Patrick Dempsey
20/03/25 05:05
Pompeo played Dr. Meredith Grey - the central protagonist - for the first 19 seasons starting in 2005, before leaving the show as a regular in 2023.
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Tina Knowles defends her family after Kanye West's vile tweets about Beyoncé and Jay-Z's children
20/03/25 04:15
Tina stated that she's trying to remain 'classy in the face of ignorance and evil' in a pointed message.
Stanley Tucci says he's still suffering from alarming side effect of cancer treatment nearly a DECADE later
19/03/25 08:52
The 64-year-old actor was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2017 and underwent a high dose of radiation and chemotherapy treatments at the time... and he's still suffering seven years on.
Grey's Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo reflects on backlash she faced after her $20 million salary was leaked
19/03/25 05:43
Pompeo famously played Dr. Meredith Grey - the central protagonist of the show - for 19 seasons starting in 2005, before leaving the series as a regular in 2023.
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Valerie Bertinelli shares exciting update after being dumped by Food Network
19/03/25 05:35
The TV personality , 64, is gearing up for her next television gig.
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Amy Poehler claps back after being called 'poor man's Tina Fey': 'F**king a**holes'
19/03/25 02:31
The comedian, 53, opened up about a moment in which she had been compared to her close friend and frequent collaborator on the debut episode of her new podcast, Good Hang.
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Timothee Chalamet's sister Pauline takes another swipe at his billionaire girlfriend Kylie Jenner in shock post
17/03/25 09:54
Timothee Chalamet 's sister Pauline took another apparent swipe at his billionaire girlfriend Kylie Jenner this week.
Jennifer Aniston was BLINDSIDED by ex-husband Justin Theroux's secret wedding and sent message to him after news broke, insiders reveal
17/03/25 09:40
Monday morning saw news of the actor's intimate beach ceremony nuptials with Bloom makes headlines, after the pair got engaged in August 2024.
Former newscaster shares five honest perimenopause symptoms she was too 'embarrassed' to discuss
17/03/25 09:30
The former new anchor, 54, took to Instagram last week to share a candid countdown about her experiences as she continues her mission to help spread awareness.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt addresses her 32-year age gap with husband
17/03/25 05:02
The 27-year-old and the 59-year-old real estate mogul officially tied the knot at the start of the year, after welcoming their son Niko in July 2024.
Sarah Michelle Gellar gives much-needed update on Buffy the Vampire Slayer revival
17/03/25 03:42
The 47-year-old is set to reprise her role as Buffy Summers in the reboot, after years of insisting that she was against bringing the series back to screens.
Jenna Ortega throws shade at Marvel after being cut from Iron Man 3
17/03/25 02:40
The Wednesday star opened up about her tiny part in the 2013 movie after a reporter expressed their desire to see her in 'the Marvel universe'.
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Truth behind Sharon Stone's controversial Another Simple Favor drama
14/03/25 09:28
The iconic actress left fans stunned when she revealed a surprising link to the A Simple Favor sequel amid the ongoing speculation about tension between the lead stars.
Halle Bailey's ex DDG accused of 'trying to ruin' store worker after she denied return of $6,000 Bottega jacket
14/03/25 08:05
TikTok user @roselovesssyou took to the app on to share her negative interaction with a 'famous rapper with a Disney actress girlfriend'.
Wheel of Fortune star Vanna White's outfit causes bizarre puzzle board malfunction
14/03/25 04:48
The beloved co-host of the popular game show raised eyebrows as she opted for a black Capri pantsuit with dramatic white cuffs on the sleeves.
Martha Stewart admits Matthew McConaughey 'scared' her during intense filming experience
13/03/25 07:44
The iconic businesswoman, 83, teamed up with the Oscar-winning actor for a recent Super Bowl ad campaign for Uber Eats.
Jenna Bush Hager hits major career milestone as she pursues ventures away from Today show
13/03/25 04:24
The TV host joined two powerhouse publishing stars for a special celebrity book club crossover at an empowering event on Tuesday.
Wheel of Fortune fans voice concern that 'run down' Ryan Seacrest is working too hard
13/03/25 02:46
As well as being the new host of the beloved game show, the TV personality, 50, is also the host of American Idol as well as fronting his syndicated talk radio show on iHeartRadio.
Modern Family fans left in disbelief as Eric Stonestreet takes on unexpected new role
12/03/25 09:10
Fans grew to love Stonestreet for his performance as flamboyant gay character Cameron Tucker in the hit sitcom series.
John Mulaney claims he and Olivia Munn did not name their daughter Mei June 'to be funny'
12/03/25 05:53
The comedian, 42, and the actress share son Malcolm, three, while they welcomed their baby girl in September last year.
Trump's scathing response about Rosie O'Donnell moving to Ireland
12/03/25 05:11
President Donald Trump issued a scathing response to Rosie O'Donnell's decision to move to Ireland in order to escape his presidency.
Wheel of Fortune host Ryan Seacrest makes VERY candid relationship confession
12/03/25 04:01
During Tuesday night's episode of Wheel of Fortune, the host and contestant Jill McDaniel enjoyed played banter in between rounds and the topic of biggest fears came up.
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Sofia Vergara's son admits he 'learned how to cook out of necessity' because star 'hates being in the kitchen'
12/03/25 03:35
The TOMA Empanadas co-founder got candid about the fact his mother 'hates being in the kitchen' as the pair reflected on the fact he would cook dinner for her while he was young.
Diehard liberal Rosie O'Donnell reveals shock relocation as she LEAVES America after Trump took office
11/03/25 09:35
Taking to TikTok on Tuesday, the actress and comedian shared a nine-minute video in which she updated fans about her new life outside of the U.S.
Vanna White shocks fans after revealing how many days she works for her '$10 million' Wheel of Fortune salary
11/03/25 03:39
The beloved co-host of the popular game show made the surprising admission during an appearance on the Elvis Duran and the Morning Show last week.
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Jack Quaid hilariously promotes new movie with courtside stunt
11/03/25 02:27
Sunday night saw the son of Dennis Quaid and Meg Ryan watch the LA Clippers' nail-biting victory over the Sacramento Kings alongside his co-star Amber Midthunder.
Human Centipede director's 'vile' next film may be BANNED from being released due to 'inhumane' storyline
10/03/25 07:29
Six's love of pushing boundaries was clear in his The Human Centipede trilogy, left moviegoers recoiling in horror nearly 15 year ago.
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Jennifer Garner fans left perplexed by name change of beloved rom-com
10/03/25 07:03
TikTok user @mackboyle25 went viral over the weekend after posting a snap of herself browsing Netflix.
Jennifer Hudson mercilessly mocks Kevin Hart's height ahead of talk show appearance
10/03/25 02:40
Fans and fellow celebrities alike were left in hysterics on Sunday when they logged onto Instagram and saw the playful post.
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Al Roker's wife Deborah Roberts issues devastating family update
07/03/25 08:57
The ABC anchor has been left 'hurting today in ways we cannot express' following the death of a close family member.
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Inside Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff's tragic final days: Friends reveal her secret heartache, missed warning signs... and the decision that 'could have saved her life'
07/03/25 06:04
Bach-Hasselhoff who worked as an actress, was found dead at her $2million Hollywood Hills home of a self-inflicted gunshot wound Wednesday night.
Country star opens up about why he re-enlisted in US army
07/03/25 03:41
The hitmaker was 59 when he reenlisted in the Army Reserves while on the historic Grand Ole Opry stage in October 2023.
Adrien Brody's artwork branded 'horrendous and ugly' by very unimpressed viewers
06/03/25 06:04
The Brutalist actor, 51, has also been known to showcase his love and appreciation of art over the years.
Woman who bought Nicole Kidman's beach house makes shock discovery
06/03/25 04:31
TikTok user Isabella shared a video explaining how her family bought the idyllic beach house, which is located in the south of Sydney, from the Moulin Rouge star back in 2013.
American Pickers star Frank Fritz's memorial put on hold amid ongoing battle over his will
05/03/25 10:04
Fritz died on September 30 last year at 60 years of age, just two years after suffering a stroke that left him under a conservatorship and guardianship.
Shania Twain opens up about wanting to be a bodybuilder after being 'touched inappropriately' as a kid
05/03/25 08:43
The beloved hitmaker got candid about her past body images struggles in a new interview where she admitted that she had often desired to become someone that 'nobody was going to f**k around with.'
Sheryl Lee Ralph sparks outrage after claiming 'the fastest way to an Oscar is on a pole'
05/03/25 05:20
The veteran actress' claim that actresses hoping to win an Oscar would need to take a role 'selling sex' has sparked debate online.
American Pickers star Mike Wolfe thrills fans by announcing exciting new career move
04/03/25 10:22
The History Channel star will be showcasing his acting talents alongside girlfriend Leticia Cline in the motorcycle heist flick, which lands in theaters later this month.
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Wheel of Fortune contestant blasted for bizarre celebration after controversial win
04/03/25 06:53
The episode saw P.J Wilder, a house husband from Hanford, California, was the latest contestant to try and win big on the popular game show.
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Aaron Carter's troubling comments about waking up in Michael Jackson's bedroom aged 15 resurface
27/02/25 07:18
Fans were shocked to read about an 'uncomfortable' encounter the hitmaker had with late music icon, Jackson, at Neverland Ranch.
Khloe Kardashian reveals mom Kris Jenner criticized her for NOT performing sex act while dating NBA player
27/02/25 04:19
Khloé Kardashian revealed her mother once suggested she should have performed a certain sex act within the first date or two she had with a seemingly uninterested NBL player.
American Pickers star Frank Fritz's dad claims his late son's will is 'FAKE'
26/02/25 07:20
Fritz died on September 30 last year at 60 years of age, just two years after suffering a stroke that left him under a conservatorship and guardianship.
Hailey Bieber fan reveals what REALLY happened in 'frosty' viral exchange
26/02/25 04:29
Kristal Terrell took to TikTok on Tuesday to reveal that she was the fan in the video and that someone had deliberately cut a snippet in order to create a false narrative about Justin Bieber's wife.
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Jana Kramer 'regrets' getting plastic surgery for ex Mike Caussin in a bid to 'stop him cheating'
25/02/25 10:22
Kramer, 39, was married to Caussin from 2015 until she filed for divorce in April 2021, citing, 'inappropriate marital conduct, irreconcilable differences and adultery.'
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