M. Davis-McAfee
School
Murray State University
Expertise
Music Industry & Performance, Women's Empowerment, New & Traditional Tattoos
- Melanie is an active member in her local pride, art, and women's rights organizations.
- A decade-long body mod collector, she's an expert on tattoo styles and a lover of all things bold and American traditional.
- Melanie is a classically trained vocalist and Carnegie Hall veteran.
Experience
Melanie has worked as a radio tech and writer for her western Kentucky town's NPR member station, WKMS, and as a nationally touring, original jazz-folk musician since 2016. She began writing lifestyle, food, and wellness content for a small, Midwest-based online publication in the summer of 2020. Her writing has since expanded to include society, culture, medical and scientific studies, and astrology. No matter the topic, Melanie is particularly passionate about celebrating, empowering, and educating women to help them live their best lives as leaders, innovators, and advocates for themselves and others. She joined Static Media in March 2023 as a member of The List news team.
Education
Melanie has a Bachelor of Arts in Music Business with an emphasis on vocal performance from Murray State University.
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Stories By M. Davis-McAfee
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Donald and Melania Trump made waves during their time as president and first lady, but Melania outshone her husband when it came to etiquette.
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Like her former boss, Donald Trump, Hope Hicks has a history of significant age gaps in her relationships that have had their fair share of controversy.
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Joe Biden challenged Donald Trump to a debate, and he slipped a pretty brutal jab into his video inviting the former president to a verbal sparring match.
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Alina Habba has been going to bat for Donald Trump in and out of the court room, but one sartorial choice that she made for her client raised some eyebrows.
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Stormy Daniels fears retribution from Trump supporters related to her role as a witness in his hush money criminal trial. Will the outcome send her packing?
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Alina Habba and Gregg Reuben are rarely seen together, so it may be a surprise to know she's married. Here's what we know about her seemingly secret husband.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has faced his fair share of health problems over the years, from a parasitic brain worm to mercury poisoning, among many other ailments.
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Alina Habba's looks have garnered almost as much media attention as her role as Donald Trump's civil attorney. Why has she changed her appearance so much?
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A desire to look like a certain celebrity has motivated many to go under the knife. What influence did Melania Trump have on the plastic surgery industry?
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Though Donald Trump allegedly paid Stormy Daniels 'hush money' to keep quiet about their affair, it seems the adult film star may have to pay up herself.
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Melania Trump and her Kimberly Guilfoyle are both prominent members of Donald Trump's inner circle, but that isn't all they have in common.
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It's well known that Melania Trump speaks more than language, but just how many does she speak fluently? Nailing down an answer is a bit tricky...
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Prince William couldn't resist chipping in to help on his wedding day, assisting Kate Middleton's hairdresser in making sure her updo was just right.
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Taylor Swift's latest era proves her songwriting has grown up right alongside her. How much does the superstar love a good curse word? We have the numbers.
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The relationship between Chynna Phillips and Billy Baldwin hasn't always been easy, and the songstress isn't shy about sharing their issues publicly.
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Donald Trump Jr. and his fiancee Kimberly Guilfoyle's latest posts about each other have sparked much chatter. What has been the public's response?
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Fans are used to seeing Ellen DeGeneres with at least some makeup on, but she was recently seen out and about with a completely clean face.
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Donald Trump's attorney, Alina Habba, has faced many criticisms regarding her ability to represent him -- one of which is why she became a lawyer at all.
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Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are among the most famous couples in the world, but the NFL star is still confused about one part of their relationship.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle is engaged to marry into the Trump family. It will be her third marriage; she was previously married to Gavin Newsom and then Eric Villency.
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There's a new art installation at Houghton Hall, the home of Lord David Cholmondeley and Lady Rose Hanbury, and the life-size statues are a sight to see.
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When Prince William visited a food distribution charity, his cooking efforts in the kitchen reminded royal watchers of his days dating Kate Middleton.
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Alina Habba may not have done a great job as Donald Trump's defense attorney, but she's still defending him against allegations of embarrassing court behavior.
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Donald Trump recently visited a New York City bodega and people couldn't help but recall first lady Jill Biden's "bogoda" speech back in 2022.
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Former "RHONJ" star Siggy Flicker may be a very proud supporter of former President Donald Trump, but it isn't clear if the feeling is mutual.
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Before Madonna was an internationally renowned musician, she was a defiant child foreshadowing the tone her future career would eventually take.
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Alexa and Carlos PenaVega packed up and moved from Florida to Tennessee in December 2023 to be closer to their family during Alexa's difficult pregnancy.