Chris Barilla

Chris Barilla
Title: Digital News Editor
Education: Ramapo College of New Jersey
Expertise: Celebrities, Breaking News
  • Chris Barilla has worked as a writer and editor for 15 years covering topics such as entertainment news, politics, business, fashion and automotive engineering.
  • He joined PEOPLE as a Digital News Editor in 2023.
  • Chris previously worked as the associate editor of music at Distractify.

Experience

Chris Barilla has 15 years of experience working as a writer and has worked at PEOPLE since 2023.

Before joining PEOPLE, Chris worked as a writer and editor for a number of digital brands, including Distractify, The Blast and Entertainment Daily. He has extensively covered entertainment news with a particular interest in the music industry.

Chris is an experienced interviewer who has published an array of conversations with some of the biggest names in music, movies, and television.

Education

Chris Barilla graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a bachelor's degree in journalism and music production.

About PEOPLE

PEOPLE, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, delivers the most trustworthy celebrity news and captivating human interest stories, connecting you to the pulse of American culture. Since our first issue hit stands in 1974, we have been striving to tell compelling stories about the people behind the issues, as opposed to just the issues themselves. We are your everyday escape, taking you inside the lives of intriguing stars, newsmakers, up-and-comers and ordinary people doing extraordinary things. We serve and delight you by providing ideas about beauty, food and style through the lens of the people influencing the trends. And we are a force for good by telling stories of hope, optimism and kindness that drive conversation and inspire action. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.

Latest from Chris Barilla

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Slash (left); Lucy-Bleu Knight
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LAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 01: Drake is seen backstage during the 2019 Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 1, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/BBMA2019/FilmMagic for dcp) // LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 04: A$AP Rocky, wearing Gucci, attends the 2023 LACMA Art+Film Gala, Presented By Gucci at Los Angeles County Museum of Art on November 04, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for LACMA) // NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 01: Kendrick Lamar attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating "Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/MG23/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)
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Bruce Springsteen
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Glass Animals Frontman Dave Bayley Reflects on Drummer Joe Seaward's 'Severe' Near-Death Accident
Ashlee Simpson poses for a portrait during the 2004 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas
Ashlee Simpson Revisits Debut Album Autobiography with Deluxe Version 20 Years Later: 'Beautiful Time in My Life'
Post Malone at Bud Light's 'A Night In Nashville' concert
Post Malone Drops 'Special' New Song 'Yours' Inspired by 2-Year-Old Daughter's Future Wedding — Watch (Exclusive)
Texas dog with a bowl stuck on its head
Texas Community Works Together to Rescue Scared Dog with a Plastic Bowl Stuck on Her Head
Apex the Stegosaurus
Stegosaurus Named Apex Sells for Record $45 Million – What Makes It So Special?
Young Thug attends a dinner celebrating Young Thug's album "Punk"
What to Know About the High-Profile Young Thug RICO Case
HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 11: Serena Williams attends the 2024 ESPY Awards at Dolby Theatre on July 11, 2024 in Hollywood, California
Highlights from the 2024 ESPY Awards After Serena Williams Hosts and Prince Harry Is Honored
Jennifer Garner, right and Violet Affleck arrive to attend a state dinner in honor of French President Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron hosted by US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the White House in Washington
Violet Affleck Reveals She Contracted a Post-Viral Condition in 2019: 'I'm Okay Now'
Jenna Bush Hager
Jenna Bush Hager Says Her Cat ‘Jumped’ Out Her 3rd Story Window Over the Fourth of July Holiday: ‘She Was Fine!’
Montague Family, Tennesee Car Fire
Toddler Dead, Brothers and Dad Recovering After Tennessee Car Fire: 'Prayers Are Always Welcomed'
Slash in Las Vegas on Feb. 19, 2022
Slash Teases Further ‘Country Influence’ in His Music: ‘A Nashville Thing That's Gone Home with Me’ (Exclusive)
Slash performs onstage with Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators during the River Is Rising tour at the Paramount Theatre on February 09, 2022 in Seattle, Washington.
Slash Says Performing Is His Biggest Motivator: ‘Love Every Aspect of What That's All About’ (Exclusive)
John Mayer (left); Zach Bryan; Bruce Springsteen
Zach Bryan Teases Collaborations with 'Great Friends' Bruce Springsteen and John Mayer for New Album
Miranda Lambert
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Slash in Los Angeles on May 29, 2024
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Who will become the next American Idol? The Top 3 finalists give their all for the last chance to earn America's vote. Jon Bon Jovi serves as guest mentor and performer, plus special performances from other music legends and today's top stars.
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Rick Ross
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Shanna Moakler (left); Hugh Hefner
Shanna Moakler Shares Her Experience with Hugh Hefner: ‘The Man Is Dead. He Can’t Defend Himself’ (Exclusive)