Tracy Swartz
Tracy Swartz is an associate editor, entertainment news at the New York Post.
Background
Prior to joining The Post in 2022, Tracy wrote for the Chicago Tribune and its commuter edition, RedEye, for 15 years. She broke stories about Lollapalooza; the HGTV show "Windy City Rehab," which was the subject of more than a dozen lawsuits; and MLB player Michael Kopech's split from his actress wife, Vanessa Morgan She has a master's degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois and a bachelor's degree from the University of Florida. She is also working toward a master's degree in science writing from Johns Hopkins University. A longtime Floridian, she moved to Chicago in 2007 for the extraordinary winters and the thrilling opportunity to learn how to parallel park.
Latest Articles
I was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer at 33 — this was the symptom I initially dismissed
"I just want to spread awareness," Bryce Ramsey said, "to get people involved, to get a screening and to listen to their bodies, because if something doesn't seem right, more...
Popular supplement might be worthless, new study finds: 'Overestimated benefits'
Researchers have long overlooked the potential for the supplement to cause water retention, an author of the new study pointed out.
These pills can significantly cut heart attack, stroke risk: study
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US, killing around 700,000 Americans each year.
Nutritionist recommends eating like a baby to lose weight — here's how
If you're looking to shed stubborn pounds in time for summer, you may go goo goo ga ga for this diet plan.
I got diagnosed with colon cancer at 44 — these were my 4 main symptoms
"I prayed to God and I said, 'You know, if you just let me live, I'll do anything I can to make sure that other people have this information,'" New...
Stress and trauma can change your DNA — and the DNA of your kids and grandkids
"The idea that trauma and violence can have repercussions into future generations should help people be more empathetic," co-senior study author Connie Mulligan said.
The top 5 sleep trends of 2025 and which ones actually work — expert debunks 2 bedtime 'myths'
Bed-er safe than sorry!
Chewing on wood can improve your health — how it works
Pencils ready — now chew!
The 5 worst habits to start your day with — and 6 healthier swaps to avoid the morning crash
Here's a crash course on the best — and worst — ways to start mornings.
I was paralyzed and thought I couldn't walk again — now I'm running my first half marathon
Shaunta-Maé Alexander had a long journey to the start line of Sunday’s United Airlines NYC Half, not just because she’s from Sacramento, Calif.
How pingpong is helping New Yorkers beat this common neurodegenerative disorder: 'Can't get enough'
“I just can’t get enough of it,” Bill Easterly told The Post. “When I play pingpong, I just feel my brain come alive.”
Microplastics may be creating antibiotic-resistance superbugs
Talk about a culture shock.
Inside the West Village longevity clinic that caters to celebs and royalty — and is launching a $250K annual membership
Fans of Dr. Jonathann Kuo's Extension Health include biohackers, CEOs, stars like Justin Baldoni, athletes like Troy Aikman, and even royalty who have cash to spare for cutting-edge treatments.
What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome? Gene Hackman's wife Betsy Arakawa's cause of death explained
The bodies of Hackman, 95, and Arakawa, 65, were discovered at their New Mexico home on Feb. 26.
Scientists discover genetic key to why women's brains age better than men's
Beauty and brains that age slowly — turns out that women can have it all!
Key brain discovery could revolutionize Alzheimer's treatment: 'Rare opportunity'
Scientists have long been racking their brains for ways to treat Alzheimer's disease, the most common type of dementia.
Making a single change can cut your microplastics intake from 90,000 to 4,000 particles per year
Microplastics are everywhere — in the beauty products we wear, the cleaning supplies we use and even in the food we eat.
This 'poop pill' could be a breakthrough for cancer that only has a 10% survival rate
"Through this study, we aim to offer a new, innovative treatment to patients," medical oncologist Dr. John Lenehan said.
I was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer at 45 — this is my biggest regret
Financial adviser David Hungerford, of Long Island, joined an unfortunate club with a growing membership — people under 50 with colorectal cancer.