
Samantha Agate
Samantha Agate is a Food Network obsessed staff writer for Closer Weekly. She’s usually gaining major design inspiration while writing up celebrity house tours, watching the latest HGTV shows and rearranging the furniture in her home. Samantha loves talking about all things Disney whether it’s iconic throwback shows, Disney Parks or finding out where her favorite childhood Disney stars are now.
Work or writing background leading to expertise
Samantha has predominantly written for Closer Weekly since joining the team in October 2021. She brainstorms and pitches ideas daily including pieces about your favorite home renovation experts and Hollywood icons. She stays on top of the latest house tours, galleries of some iconic superstar couples and her personal favorite, photos of the cutest celebrity families.
Education
Samantha graduated from Hunter College in New York City in 2019. She earned a degree in media studies with a concentration in journalism and a minor in sociology. During her time at Hunter, she interned at Flower Publishing Group, writing blogs about some of the most popular tourist attractions in the city and reviewing Broadway shows.
Work history
Prior to joining the Closer Weekly team in October 2021, Samantha wrote for The Blast and Talent Recap. She has covered major events like the 2017 Met Gala, numerous Super Bowl Halftime Shows and the 2020 MTV VMAs.
Samantha worked as an on-camera host on YouTube from 2019 to 2021. She has interviewed countless American Idol winners, America’s Got Talent contestants and even hosted a live master class in voiceover work from Police Academy legend Michael Winslow, becoming an expert in how to bark like a dog and meow like a cat in front of millions of viewers.
Articles by
Samantha Agate


His Greatest Joy! Meet Paul McCartney’s 8 Grandchildren

‘Full’ of Love! Meet Candace Cameron Bure’s Husband Valeri

Days in the Sun! See the ‘Fuller House’ Cast’s Stunning Bikini Photos

Fashion Icon! See Debra Messing’s Gorgeous Swimsuit Photos

Rosie O’Donnell Has Never Given Up on Love! Meet Her Girlfriend Aimee

All He Needs Is Family! See Rare Photos of Paul McCartney’s Kids

Making Millions! Find Out Rosie O’Donnell’s Massive Net Worth

Beachside Memories! See Daphne Oz’s Stunning Bikini Photos

Classic and Elegant! Tour Salma Hayek’s Luxurious London Home

Making Memories in Montauk! See Naomi Watts’ Bikini Photos

Life After Sitcom: See Roseanne Barr’s Massive Net Worth

Daddy Duty! See Photos of Drew Scott and Linda Phan’s Baby Boy

Summer Style Goals! See Your Favorite HGTV Stars’ Bikini Photos

Family Dynasty! See Martin Sheen’s Sweetest Photos With His Kids

Talent Runs in the Family! Meet Chita Rivera’s Daughter Lisa Mordente

Chef’s Kiss! See Your Favorite Food Network Stars’ Bikini Photos

Family Full of Actors! Meet Martin Sheen’s 4 Kids With Wife Janet

Inside Sammy Davis Jr.’s Family Life: Meet the Rat Pack Icon's 4 Kids

Get to Know Priscilla Presley’s 2 Kids Lisa Marie and Navarone

Dream Home! Tour ‘The Office’ Alum Angela Kinsey’s House

Soaking Up the Sun! See ‘Today’ Host Hoda Kotb’s Bikini Photos

His Legacy: Meet Late Actor Anthony Perkins’ 2 Sons

Lasting Love! Meet Martin Sheen’s Longtime Wife Janet Sheen

A Golden Relationship! Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell’s Sweetest Quotes About Love

All About Mickey Guyton’s Son Grayson With Husband Grant Savoy

Pure Sunshine! See Your Favorite ‘Today’ Hosts in Fabulous Swimsuit Photos

'Oh! Darling'! Check Out Paul McCartney’s Jaw-Dropping Net Worth

So Serene! Tour Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka’s Hamptons Home
