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Deanna Barnert
Deanna Barnert is an entertainment journalist with thousands of news stories, features, and celebrity profiles published internationally in the full range of media platforms. A member of the Television Critics Association, she’s written for Emmy magazine, MSN.com, and SheKnows.com; served as News Editor for Soaps in Depth; and interviewed some of your favorite stars and creators. In addition to crafting thought-leadership pieces for Forbes, Fast Company, and various tech trades, Deanna made her hometown more accessible to newcomers via her contribution to The Complete Resident’s Guide to Los Angeles. In her free time, Deanna is an avid traveler and a WriteGirl mentor who helps design and implement monthly writing workshops that empower female and gender-expansive teens.