Kimberlee Speakman is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in various media roles. As a Reporter for PEOPLE Magazine and PEOPLE.com since October 2022, Kimberlee pitches and writes articles across diverse topics, including news, crime, entertainment, TV, and music. Previously, Kimberlee served as a News & Entertainment Desk Reporter at Forbes, producing multiple articles daily with a focus on search engine optimization. Prior roles include Broadcast Reporter at KHON-TV, where breaking news was reported live, and Managing Editor for Ka Leo O Hawai`i, overseeing a large editorial team. In addition to journalism, Kimberlee worked as an Account Executive at Agency 2550, enhancing communication strategies for organizations within the University of Hawaii system, and as a model and actor with ADR Agency. Educationally, Kimberlee holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Broadcast Journalism and Communication and Media Studies from the University of Hawaii at Manoa.