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Biography

I am a New York-based writer and contributor at Bustle Digital Group and Distractify. My areas of coverage include everything from beauty and fashion to celebrity news and entertainment to lifestyle and travel. In the past, I have written for several entertainment, fashion, and lifestyle publications. In 2021, I was selected as the 'Top Media Studies Graduate' when I graduated magna cum laude with my bachelor’s in journalism from San Diego State University. After undergrad, I headed straight to graduate school and am currently in the final semester of my journalism master's program at New York University.

Content

Total articles 584

• Available on paid plans

  Hailey Bieber's Beauty Evolution Goes From Glowing To Glazed

  By Haylee Thorson

  Feb. 11, 2024

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  The Details Of Timothée Chalamet & Kylie Jenner's Matching Golden Globes Moment

  By Kaitlin Cubria Verified, Haylee Thorson

  Jan. 08, 2024

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  'Reputation' Alert! Taylor Swift's Golden Globes Dress Was Snake Green

  By Haylee Thorson, Jordan Murray Verified

  Sep. 21, 2023

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Company Info

Distractify

Distractify is an online publication and media company founded in 2013 by Quinn Hu, Yosef Lerner, and Jake Heppner. Based in Williamsville, New York, it initially focused on viral content for social media and has since expanded to cover pop culture news. The company specializes in distributing entertaining content, including memes, GIFs, and videos, aiming to foster culturally relevant conversations. With a team of 21 to 50 employees, Distractify generates an estimated annual revenue between $1 million and $5 million. The company utilizes various technologies to manage its online presence and is active on social media platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Carly Sitzer serves as the Senior Vice President, bringing experience from her previous roles in media.