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A graduate of Ramapo College of New Jersey, Chris Barilla has worked as a journalist for over 10 years covering a variety of topics including trending entertainment, political news, fashion, and automotive engineering.

Chris Barilla’s Journalist Portfolio

Toby Keith Accepts 2023 PCCA Country Music Icon Award (Exclusive)

Toby Keith Accepts 2023 PCCA Country Music Icon Award (Exclusive)

Blake Shelton presented Toby Keith, who is fighting stomach cancer, with the inaugural award at the 2023 Peop…

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Wynonna Talks Lessons Late Mom Naomi Judd Taught Her (Exclusive)

Wynonna Talks Lessons Late Mom Naomi Judd Taught Her (Exclusive)

Wynonna Judd spoke with PEOPLE at the People's Choice Country Awards about her late mother, Naomi Judd, and h…

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From Nashville to Cape Town, Diplo Is "Taking a Chance" Exploring Different Genres (EXCLUSIVE)

From Nashville to Cape Town, Diplo Is "Taking a Chance" Exploring Different Genres (EXCLUSIVE)

Diplo sat down with 'Distractify' to discuss his new Major Lazer project, upcoming Thomas Wesley album, and w…

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Questlove Gets Candid About the Best (and Worst) Moments of His DJ Career (EXCLUSIVE)

Questlove Gets Candid About the Best (and Worst) Moments of His DJ Career (EXCLUSIVE)

Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson sat down with 'Distractify' to talk about his TIME100 achievement, most memorable …

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For RZA, the Wu-Tang Clan Was a Way to Deliver What "Was Missing in Culture" (EXCLUSIVE)

For RZA, the Wu-Tang Clan Was a Way to Deliver What "Was Missing in Culture" (EXCLUSIVE)

The tale of the Wu-Tang Clan has been depicted over the years by 'An American Saga' and many other shows, but…

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Gene Simmons Is Making KISStory Yet Again, This Time as a Painter: "I'm Untrained - I Just Doodle...

Gene Simmons Is Making KISStory Yet Again, This Time as a Painter: "I'm Untrained - I Just Doodle...

Fans worldwide know Gene Simmons thanks to his role as a frontman of the band KISS, but few are aware of the …

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Dennis Quaid says watching son Jack’s wedding reminded him of dropping “The Boys” star off for college 16 years ago (exclusive)

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Dennis Quaid Says Watching Son Jack’s Wedding Reminded Him of Dropping The Boys Star Off for College 16 Years Ago (Exclusive) Original

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By Brian Hernandez Verified, Chris Barilla Verified
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Dennis Quaid at the ‘Water Wars’ premiere in Nashville on Sept. 2, 2026; Jack Quaid in July 2026. Credit : Danielle Del Valle/Getty; Katie Jones/Variety via Getty Dennis Quaid reflected on his son Jack Quaid’s 2026 wedding, comparing it to dropping him off at college 16 years ago Jack married Claudia Doumit, his costar on The Boys, in April “It just, it really gets emotional,” Dennis told PEOPLE exclusively Dennis Quaid is feeling “very emotional” about his kids’ life milestones.
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Phillip Phillips Says His New Music Gets a ‘Little More Specific’ About the Dark Places in His Life (Exclusive) Original

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Phillip Phillips’ new EP, Let’s Go Far: Vol.
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Interview

What does it mean to be a journalist?

To provide clear, concise, and truthful information to readers packaged in an easily digestible manner.

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

SemRush, Google Trends, Google Analytics, WordPress, Microsoft Office

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

A two-part exclusive interview with Gene Simmons of KISS fame.