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About Melanie VanDerveer

Melanie VanDerveer is an entertainment writer and editor for The Blast. Originally from New Jersey and now residing in Las Vegas, Melanie started her professional writing career in 2007 as a newspaper reporter. With a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Melanie has experience in social media management, writing everything from blogs to breaking news to features. When she isn't writing, she enjoys WNBA and NBA games, exploring Vegas, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends.

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MIND2MIND
June 4, 2026
Sin City is getting more mind-blowing. Fontainebleau Las Vegas is turning up the magic with an exclusive residency from duo…
Wemby
June 4, 2026
A fan turned Game 1 of the NBA Finals into a viral moment that has many in their feels, and…
Rob Mariano for Corona
June 4, 2026
Rob Mariano, also known as Boston Rob, is reflecting on his reality TV mindset that still shapes his everyday life.
Parm Bar
June 2, 2026
In time for National Cheese Day, Undeniably Dairy is introducing the Parm Bar in collaboration with Peloton instructor Adrian Williams.
Patrick Renna
June 1, 2026
Actor Patrick Renna is serving up a sweet dose of nostalgia, revealing he still has a major soft spot for…
Gigolo at Vanderpump Hotel
May 30, 2026
The Lisa Vanderpump vibe is strong in her brand-new bar, Gigolo, in honor of her pup Giggy, located inside her…
Frank Marino
May 30, 2026
Frank Marino’s “Divas, Drag, & Drinks” at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, will be ending it’s more than 40-year run on…
Aircorg
May 29, 2026
The internet’s favorite four-legged sports analyst is stealing the spotlight during the NBA Finals with accurate game predictions.
Jenny McCarthy
May 28, 2026
Jenny McCarthy recently took to TikTok to share something about rideshares that literally makes her sick, and fans agree!
Tim Howard
May 28, 2026
Soccer legend Tim Howard is starring in a new YouTube Short highlighting how even a hard-earned win can come with…
Josh Johnson
May 27, 2026
Josh Johnson recently shared his stance on secondary ticket markets and why he would rather perform to empty seats.
Teyana Taylor / Ludacris
May 25, 2026
The Blast was on the red carpet on Monday ahead of the American Music Awards at MGM Grand in Las…
Shaquille and Shaqir O'Neal/Fernando Mendoza
May 24, 2026
It's graduation season and even some big sports figures have been honored at their college graduations this week.
Aces vs Sparks
May 24, 2026
The Aces were back at “The House” on Saturday evening after a four-game road stretch. Before the game, a banner…
Christine Luby
May 22, 2026
Before she was directing buzzworthy streaming rom-coms, Christine Luby was the one keeping massive film sets moving.
Mikayla Matthews
May 21, 2026
After some downplayed her condition, Mikayla Matthews is setting the record straight on the devastating reality of her severe skin…
Flavor Flav
May 20, 2026
Las Vegas is getting a new high-energy event on the calendar as Flavor Flav officially secures approval to bring “She…
Mayte Garcia
May 19, 2026
Last month marked 10 years since pop star Prince's death, and his former wife, Mayte Garcia, is making sure that…
Snoop Dogg
May 17, 2026
The highly anticipated debut of Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas kicked off on Saturday with a…
Alec Monopoly
May 15, 2026
Art met adrenaline at Wynn Las Vegas as artist and DJ Alec Monopoly drew a packed crowd to a private…