Rachel Varina

Rachel Varina is a TV writer for Elite Daily, where she covers and discovers the shows you're either already obsessed with or are about to be. She also writes about relationships, travel, and pop culture for a variety of other outlets. You might have seen her byline at Betches, Total Sorority Move, Post Grad Problems, and Diply. Before Elite Daily, Rachel was a writer, editor, and content manager for Total Sorority Move. Her love of TV was taken to the next level when she worked as a Production Assistant for the Emmy awarded TV show 'Shark Tank.' A born and raised Floridian, she graduated from the University of Central Florida with a degree in Radio/Television Communications with an additional focus in editorial. When she's not creating content or working on her novel, you can catch her devouring psychological thrillers, napping with her dogs, and supporting pineapple in the great pizza. Follow her ever-changing life at @rachelvarina on Insta and Twitter or shoot her an email at itsrachelvarina@gmail.com.
Explainer

Um, We Need To Talk About John B.'s Dad On 'Outer Banks'

This changes everything.

By Rachel Varina
Explainer

Let's Fact-Check All That Cross Of Santo Domingo Business On 'Outer Banks'

Was it real or made up for the show?

By Rachel Varina
Explainer

Here's Everything To Know About Denmark Tanney From 'Outer Banks'

The show may have borrowed from history.

By Rachel Varina
Pogue Life

BRB, Sobbing Over This John B. & Sarah Scene In 'Outer Banks' Season 2

Their "wedding" vows are precious.

By Rachel Varina
Behind The Scenes

Here's How Old Each Of Your 'Outer Banks' Faves Are IRL

Well, this makes watching their makeout scenes slightly less creepy.

By Rachel Varina
Netflix

29 'Outer Banks' Behind-The-Scenes Facts Only True Pogues Would Know

Because the real treasure is learning more about this show.

By Rachel Varina
Streaming

10 Shows Like 'Outer Banks' To Watch If You're Craving More Adventure

Because the Pogue life doesn’t end when 'Outer Banks' ends.

By Rachel Varina
TV

Aliens Finally Make Their 'AHS' Return In The 'Double Feature' Trailer

It's the 'Asylum' follow-up fans have been waiting for.

By Rachel Varina, Cianna Garrison and Dylan Kickham
TV

Here Are The Best Sex Scenes From The Original 'Gossip Girl'

These steamy moments are imprinted on my brain.

By Christy Piña and Rachel Varina
Bachelor Nation

Here Are The Guys Who Survived Week 8 Of 'The Bachelorette'

Things are getting emotional.

By Rachel Varina and Lexi Williams
Bachelor Nation

Here's The 1 Guy Who Went Home On Week 8 Of 'The Bachelorette'

Bye, fellas.

By Rachel Varina, Abby Monteil and Lexi Williams
Bachelor Nation

Connor B.'s Song Lyrics For Katie On The "Men Tell All" Were Adorbs

May or may not use these in future Instagram captions.

By Rachel Varina
Bachelor Nation

Looks Like Connor Follows His 'Bachelorette' "Men Tell All" Mystery Kisser On IG

Is this a spoiler about his time on 'Bachelor in Paradise'?!

By Rachel Varina and Lexi Williams
Bachelor Nation

BRB, Sobbing Forever About This Devastating 'Bachelorette' Self-Elimination

No one is OK after this.

By Rachel Varina
TV

'Riverdale' Is Finally Returning And The New Promo Is Full Of Spoilers

Josie is back!

By Rachel Varina
Teaser

The Pogues Get Some Good News In This 'Outer Banks' Season 2 Sneak-Peek Clip

Because July 30 can't come soon enough.

By Rachel Varina
Bachelor Nation

What To Know About Justin Glaze, The Meme King Of Katie's 'Bachelorette' Season

His facial expressions are priceless.

By Rachel Varina
Bachelor Nation

This 'Bachelorette' Elimination Was More Emotional Than Anyone Expected

At least Katie clarified why she kept him around so long even when he had no screentime.

By Rachel Varina
Bachelor Nation

Katie Revealed Her 'Bachelorette' Season Finale Date And It's Surprisingly Soon

This season is shorter than most.

By Rachel Varina
Entertainment

10 Celebrities You Totally Forgot Were In The 'Twilight' Saga

Time for a rewatch.

By Rachel Varina