Dory Jackson

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Title: Staff Editor, TV
Education: Randolph-Macon College
Location: New York, NY

Dory Jackson is a Staff Editor for PEOPLE's TV News team. Upon joining the brand in March 2021, she has had the opportunity to interview a long list of celebrities, from Kate Hudson to Pierce Brosnan to Billy Porter. She has also helped recap popular TV shows like 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,' 'Sister Wives' and 'Vanderpump Rules.'

The New York-based Maryland native graduated from Randolph-Macon College in May 2016 with a focus on Communication Studies and Journalism. She came to PEOPLE in March 2021 after working at a number of major news companies, including Newsweek and Us Weekly. 

Education

Dory Jackson graduated with a B.A. in Communication Studies and Journalism from Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Virginia.

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 Dory Jackson

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Jonathan 'Foodgod' Cheban Reveals His Cold Case Ice Cream Is Expanding: 'It's Going to Be Everywhere' (Exclusive)
Ego Nwodim Wants Her Mr. Throwback Costar Stephen Curry to Host SNL: 'He Would Be So Good' (Exclusive)
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Jennie Garth Shares How Beverly Hills, 90210 Cast Leans on Each Other After Shannen Doherty's Death (Exclusive)
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Meri Brown Says She Warned Now-Ex Amos About Dating Her Due to Her Being in the Public Eye
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