Kelly Martinez Title: Writer-Reporter, TV Education: California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Kelly Martinez has worked as a writer for over five years, covering entertainment news, TV and all things pop culture.She joined PEOPLE as a TV writer-reporter in 2023.Before joining PEOPLE, Kelly previously worked as a Staff Writer at BuzzFeed. Experience Kelly has over five years of experience as a writer and has worked at PEOPLE since 2023.Before joining PEOPLE, Kelly worked as a Staff Writer at BuzzFeed. She has been a contributing writer for Parade, Alt Press Magazine, and Primetimer. Her work has also been published by The Daily Beast, WIRED, and more. Additionally, she previously interned at HollyWire and KCRA-TV and reported on junkets and red carpets for The Nerds of Color.Kelly graduated with a degree in Journalism from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in 2019. During her time there, she wrote for Mustang News and KCPR 91.3 FM. Education Kelly Martinez graduated from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo with a bachelor's degree in Journalism. 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.