Brian Brant

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Title: Associate Editor, Human Interest – PEOPLE
Education: The University of Central Florida
  • Brian Brant is an Associate Editor, Human Interest, at PEOPLE.
  • He writes and edits stories about people doing the extraordinary to tragic accidents.
  • Before joining PEOPLE, Brian wrote and edited for 1010 WINS/WCBS 880 and NewsBreak.

Experience


Brian Brant has over four years of experience as a journalist and editor. He joined PEOPLE in 2023 and is a Human Interest Associate Editor.

Before joining PEOPLE, Brian was a Senior Digital Content Producer and a Digital Content Producer at 1010 WINS/WCBS 880. He has also worked as a News Operations Specialist at ByteDance for their news aggregator apps and as a Content Specialist at NewsBreak, reporting on New York City and national news.

In his free time, Brian enjoys cooking, seeing movies and hanging out with his partner and their dog, Dexter.

Education

Brian Brant graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2019 with a B.A. in Journalism and minors in Political Science and Theater.

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 Brian Brant

Real Life Love, Kenneth W. Felts and Johnny Hau wedding
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Plane turbine engine
Mechanic Dead After Being Sucked into Plane’s Engine While Trying to Retrieve Tool: Reports
Stock image of an ambulance in motion.
11-Year-Old Girl’s Hand Amputated After Twin Lights Explosive She Thought Was a Firework: Police
Gabriella Gonzalez and Tyler Bergantino
TikTokers Tyler Bergantino and Gabby Gonzalez Reveal Who Slid into Whose DMs Before Viral Meet-Cute (Exclusive)
Dad breaks down in tears when he learns grandson is named after him https://www.tiktok.com/@morganhenningsen/video/7381291675756416299?_r=1&_t=8nXSZe1Fqf9
Man Cries Tears of Joy When He Learns His Newborn Grandson Is Named After Him (Exclusive)
Stock image of police car lights
Decomposed Body of Man Missing Since May Found Floating in Water at Abandoned U.S. Steel Property
Emma Steinke and Husband on honeymoon
Honeymooners Caught in Middle of Hurricane Beryl 'Doing Well' After Storm Battered Grenada (Exclusive)
High tides are pictured after Hurricane Beryl in Santo Domingo on July 2, 2024.
Couple Celebrating Anniversary in Jamaica Document Deadly Hurricane Beryl’s Approach – as Hotel Issues Warning
Man and His Dog Electrocuted
31-Year-Old Man Electrocuted to Death After Trying to Save Dog During Thunderstorm: 'A Sad Day'
A wax replica of the Lincoln Memorial statue melts during a heat wave in Washington, DC, on June 24, 2024. The statue is a part of the The Wax Monument Series by Virginiabased artist Sandy Williams IV.
Melting Wax Statue of Abraham Lincoln Literally Loses Its Head amid Soaring Temperatures in D.C.
Body of Missing 12-Year-Old Girl with Autism Found in Texas Lake
Missing 12-Year-Old Girl with Autism Found Dead in Lake Near Texas Home: 'Our Hearts Are Heavy'
Sarah Mandel
Therapist Dying of Cancer Leaves Viral Goodbye Message: 'I Was Completely Shocked,' Husband Says (Exclusive)
Nathan Doody and Tyler Memory
2 Off-Duty Volunteer Firefighters Dead After Falling into Manure Tank Filled with Toxic Fumes
Oaks Amusement Park
Teen 'Thought We Were Going to Die' While Stuck Upside Down for 20 Minutes on Amusement Ride
Missing Toddler DJ
Missing 4-Year-Old Alabama Boy Found Dead in Backyard Pool After Hourslong Search
The Gilbert family honors late father by visiting all 30 baseball parks in the US Photos courtesy the Gilbert Family release obtained
Family Completes Dad's Dream of Visiting Every MLB Stadium and His Sons Got to Throw Out the First Pitch
Lisa Fitzgerald Train accident
I Survived Being Hit by a Train and Losing My Leg, Then Pulling Myself Off the Tracks (Exclusive)
Hunter Ebie Swept Away in Lake Erie
Body of Ohio Boy Recovered Days After He Was Swept Away by Rip Current in Front of His Mom
Edward Thomas Ryan obituary
New York Veteran Comes Out as Gay in His Obituary, Says He Can Now 'Forever Rest in Peace'
Abigail Kate Velez
Teen Daughter of Tennessee Cop Found Safe After Walking Out of Hospital, Biological Mom Arrested
Comicstorian, Ben Potter, attends the YouTube Shorts Asian Pacific American History Month Celebration
YouTube Star Ben Potter Honored by Comic Book Writers and Content Creators After His Death: 'Rest in Peace'
Lucy Morgan
Parents 'Grateful' for Support After Daughter, 6, Dies from 'Freak Accident' While Playing Badminton
Python Snake
Missing Mom of 4 Found Dead Inside Massive Python in Indonesia: Reports
Melinda French Gates speaks during Goalkeepers 2023: The Global Goals Awards at Jazz at Lincoln Center on September 19, 2023 in New York City.
Melinda French Gates Feeling ‘Complicated Mix of Emotions’ on Last Day at Gates Foundation