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    Rachel Epstein

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    Rachel Epstein is a former editor at Marie Claire, where she wrote and edited culture, politics, and lifestyle stories, including op-eds, interviews, and ambitious packages. She also launched and managed the site’s virtual book club, #ReadWithMC. During her 4.5 years at the brand, she helped MC reach record search traffic growth while meticulously planning the site’s live event coverage, such as royal weddings and award shows. Throughout the years, she's worked on a wide range of subjects from securing an exclusive interview with Donald Trump’s chief White House photographer to reporting on the safety of contact-tracing apps for an ASME-winning package titled "Invasion of Privacy" to producing Marie Claire’s “Why I’m Voting” series, featuring Michelle Obama, Meghan Markle, Oprah Winfrey, and more prominent figures. She graduated from Florida State University with degrees in English (Editing, Writing Media) and Public Relations. Offline, she’s likely watching a Heat game or finding a new coffee shop. Follow her @rachelepstein_.

    Latest articles by Rachel Epstein

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    Lizzo's Grammys Performance Was Epic and Twitter Is Losing It

    She dedicated her performance to Kobe.

    Celebrity
    • Demi Lovato performs on stage at the 2020 Grammys.
      Demi Lovato Performed "Anyone" at the 2020 Grammys

      She cried during the whole song.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Celebrity
    • Basketball player, Sports, Player, Team sport, Basketball moves, Basketball, Ball game, Basketball, Sportswear, Tournament,
      The World Mourns the Death of NBA Legend Kobe Bryant

      Bryant was 41 years old.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Celebrity
    • Text, Font, Line, Material property, Adaptation, Photography, Graphic design, Smile,
      Megan Angelo's 'Followers' Explores the Crazy, Dark World of Social Media

      Influencers, but make it 2051.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
    • Hair, Face, Skin, Eyebrow, Cheek, Forehead, Beauty, Head, Product, Hairstyle,
      Rep. Ayanna Pressley Wants Justice for Every Sexual Assault Survivor

      The congresswoman speaks truth to power in Jessica Valenti and Jaclyn Friedman's upcoming anthology, Believe Me.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
    • Hair, Face, Blond, Head, Skin, Beauty, Eyebrow, Text, Hairstyle, Chin,
      Chelsea Clinton Will Publish 'She Persisted in Sports' From Bestselling Series

      Her picture books are inspiring for kids—and adults!

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
    • Graphic design, Album cover, Font, Design, Illustration, Graphics, Art,
      50 Valentine's Day Songs That Will Give You All the Feels

      Features Whether you're single or in a relationship, this Valentine's Day playlist will give hopeless romantics all the feels. Download MarieClaire.com's best Valentine's Day songs playlist here.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Music
    • Jennifer Aniston smiling
      Jennifer Aniston Reacts to Brad Pitt's Marriage Joke During SAG Speech

      That smile!

      By Rachel Epstein

      Celebrity
    • White, Room, Interior design, Wall, Design, Material property, Furniture, House, Home, Architecture,
      Home Decor Ideas for Women Who Just Bought Their Own Place

      How To #TFW nobody can judge your choice in bath towels.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Home
    • Meghan Markle
      Meghan Markle Spotted for the First Time Since She Stepped Down as a Senior Royal

      She's glowing!

      By Rachel Epstein

      Royals
    • Meghan and Harry
      Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Are Stepping Down From Senior Royal Duties

      "We intend to step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family."

      Royals
    • Michelle Williams
      Michelle Williams' Powerful Golden Globes Speech Urges Women to Vote This Year

      "I wouldn't have been able to do this without employing a woman's right to choose."

      By Rachel Epstein

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      Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach Are the Director Couple to Watch This Awards Season

      Gerwig's Little Women and Baumbach's Marriage Story have already secured multiple nominations.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Movies
    • Celebrities At The Los Angeles Lakers Game
      Cameron Diaz Welcomes Her Daughter, Raddix Madden

      Surprise!

      By Rachel Epstein

      Celebrity
    • Wreath, Text, Botany, Illustration, Font, Plant, Poster, Christmas decoration, Greeting card, Greeting,
      'Little Weirds' Is Emotional, Magical, and Fun All at Once

      "To see the world through Jenny's eyes is to see it for the first time, shimmering with strangeness and unlimited possibility."

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
    • Music artist, Performance, Musician, Yellow, Music, Performing arts, Pop music, Event, Singer, Song,
      The Best Cover Songs of 2019 You'll Be Playing on Repeat

      Features Here, our roundup of the best cover songs of 2019 sung by a range of talented artists from YouTube stars to low-key singers to famous pop stars.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Music
    • Text, Pink, Photography, Illustration, Book cover, Art,
      The Best Karaoke Songs of 2019 to Jam to, No Matter What Mood You're In

      Features Karaoke is always a good time, and it will be even better when you choose from these new songs of 2019, including picks from Lizzo, Maren Morris, and Taylor Swift.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Music
    • Font, Text, Graphic design, Poster, Design, Art, Brand, Book cover, Graphics, Style,
      Kiley Reid's 'Such a Fun Age' Keeps It Real on Race, Wealth, and Class

      Kiley Reid's 'Such a Fun Age' has already been acquired by Lena Waithe's production company. It's also Marie Claire's January 2020 book club pick. Learn more here.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
    • People, Photograph, Facial expression, Smile, Child, Family taking photos together, Event, Photography, Fun, Happy,
      See Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, and Baby Archie's First Christmas Card

      Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's holiday card with baby Archie just arrived. See the adorable photo here.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Royals
    • Text, Yellow, Organism, Plant, Picture frame, Petal, Illustration,
      The Best Sad Songs of 2019 to Play When You're Feeling Down

      Features Singles like Maggie Rogers' "Past Life" and John Mayer's "I Guess I Just Feel Like" are only a couple of the best new sad songs of 2019 that will put you in your feels. Listen to them here.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Music
    • Pink, Event, Fashion, Dress, Blond, Award,
      The 'Bombshell' Casting Director on How She Created Such an Epic Cast

      Will the real Megyn Kelly please stand up?

      Movies
    • Margot Robbie
      Margot Robbie's 'Bombshell' Character, Kayla Pospisil, Isn't Real

      Features She endures some of the toughest scenes in the film.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Movies
    • Hair, Face, Hairstyle, Blond, Eyebrow, Chin, Lip, Beauty, Skin, Makeover,
      Is Megyn Kelly a Feminist or What?

      In the upcoming movie Bombshell, her character proudly declares, "I'm not a feminist. I'm a lawyer."

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
    • Sky, Photography, Art, Rectangle,
      The Best Love Songs of 2019 to Cry to Then Post a Thirst Trap Afterwards

      Features What? I don't make the rules.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Music
    • Poster, Art, Photography, Illustration, Gesture, Style, T-shirt,
      The Best Songs of 2019

      Features Lana Del Rey, Jhené Aiko, The Jonas Brothers, and more artists released incredible music this year. See the best songs of 2019 here.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Music
    • Text, Sky, Font, Banner, Novel, Book, Book cover, Logo, Brand, Publication,
      'The Giver of Stars,' Jojo Moyes' Latest Historical Novel, Is Surprisingly Modern

      We stan the Pack Horse Librarians of Kentucky.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
    • HILARY DUFF, ADAM LAMBERG
      Lizzie and Gordo Are Officially Reuniting for the 'Lizzie McGuire' Reboot

      This is what dreams are made of!!!

      By Rachel Epstein

      Celebrity
    • 2019 Baby2Baby Gala Presented By Paul Mitchell - Inside
      Chrissy Teigen's Reaction to John Legend Being Named "Sexiest Man Alive" Is the Best

      "The sexiest man alive just made me a ham sandwich."

      By Rachel Epstein

      Celebrity
    • Sitting, Fun, Event, Suit, Furniture, Family pictures, Family,
      'Diana: A New Musical' Is Coming to Broadway—See the First Official Cast Photo

      The Princess Diana musical is coming to Broadway from the La Jolla Theatre. See the first official Broadway cast photo here.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Music
    • 91st Annual Academy Awards - Backstage
      Lady Gaga Opens Up About Her and Bradley Cooper's Oscars Performance

      "Of course we wanted people to believe that we were in love."

      By Rachel Epstein

      Celebrity
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