David Chiu

Title: Staff Writer, Human Interest
Education: Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY
Location: New York, New York
Expertise: Human Interest, News, Entertainment, Music
  • David Chiu has worked as an editor and writer for over 10 years, with a focus on news and entertainment.
  • He joined PEOPLE in 2023 as a digital news writer. Previously, David Chiu served as a PEOPLE intern from 2007 to 2008.
  • Since then, David Chiu has worked at NBC News, CBS News, ABC News, Time, Newsweek, and Axios. His articles have been published in The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Forbes, Pitchfork, Spin and others.

Experience

David Chiu has worked as an editor and writer for over 10 years, with a focus on news and entertainment. He joined PEOPLE in 2023 as a digital news writer.

From 2007 to 2008, David Chiu served as an intern at PEOPLE where he covered red carpet events, attended press junkets and wrote articles for the magazine's website.

Since then, David Chiu has worked at NBC News, CBS News, ABC News, Time, Newsweek, Pitchfork and Axios where he performed a variety of duties: assigning, editing, copyediting and writing stories; overseeing homepages; and formatting and scheduling social media posts and newsletters.

A freelance writer in his spare time, David Chiu has penned numerous entertainment articles, mostly about popular music. His writings have been published in The New York Times, Billboard, Rolling Stone, Forbes, Pitchfork, Spin and others.




Education

David Chiu graduated with a B.A. in media studies at Hunter College in New York City. He received his M.A. degree from the Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY in New York City.

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 David Chiu

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Father Speaks Out About 5-Year-Old Boy with Autism Who Died After Leaving Home While Mom Napped
Wife of Popular South African Wildlife Conservationist (Dingo Dinkelman) Who Died After a Snake Bite Recalls His Passion for Animals
Widow of Famous Conservationist Killed by Snake Bite Says He'd Want Her to 'Live Each Day Like a Gift' (Exclusive)
In this photo illustration a Google Gemini logo is displayed on a smartphone with Artificial Intelligence symbol on the background
AI Chatbot Allegedly Alarms User with Unsettling Message: Human 'Please Die'
Andrew Tabannah, mechanic killed after being pinned by Amazon van
Mechanic Dies After Amazon Van Collapsed and Pinned Him: 'Cherished Husband, Father, and Friend'
Woman Gives Birth to Baby in Miami Airport
Woman Gives Birth to Baby in Miami Airport: 'We Got a Boy!'
Derek Sink
Mother of Indianapolis Man Found Dead in Planet Fitness Tanning Bed Recalls His Final Days (Exclusive)
 Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan Emergency Service
14 Dead, Including Newlyweds, After Wedding Party Bus Falls Into River
Victor Castaneda
19-Year-Old Saves Sister Before Drowning, Says His Family: ‘Died a Hero’
Two employees have died following an explosion at a Louisville, Kentucky, factory that caused a partial collapse of the building and blew out windows in nearby homes and businesses, the company said Wednesday.
Factory Worker Found Dead Buried Under Rubble After Explosion That Killed 2: Officials
Man Found Dead in Tanning Bed 3 Days After Entering Indianapolis Gym
Man Found Dead in Planet Fitness Tanning Bed 3 Days After Entering Indianapolis Gym
Hurricane Helene photos recovered
After Family Lost Cherished Photos of Dead Son During Hurricane Helene, a Detective Makes Incredible Find
Two Homes Belonging to Family of Four Generations of Military Members Get Renovated
How 4 Generations of Family Helped Fulfill Beloved Matriarch's Wish Even After She Died (Exclusive)
Stefanie Damron, 14, has been missing since Sept. 24, according to Maine State Police. Maine State Police
Teen Who Disappeared After Argument with Sister Still Missing Over a Month Later: 'Keep Your Eyes Open,' Mom Pleads
Body of 20-year-old man recovered after car swept away by heavy flood waters in Medina County
Body of Missing 20-Year-Old Driver Found After His Car Was Swept Off the Road by Floodwaters
William Hoesch's bicycle under the wheel of a Columbia River Fire & Rescue ambulance in October 2022; William Hoesch in the ER
Cyclist Billed $1800 by Ambulance That Ran Him Over Before Taking Him to Hospital: Complaint
28 Injured, 1 Critically, After Tour Bus Flips on the Way to Niagara Falls
28 Injured, 1 Critically, After Tour Bus Flips on the Way to Niagara Falls
Texas Woman Reported Missing by Husband After Leaving Home Without Phone and Car, Melonie Ballenger
Woman Reported Missing by Husband After She Was Last Seen at Texas Home, Leaving Without Phone or Car
A body believed to be that of Laith Alaid has been found off The Entrance on the New South Wales Central Coast.
Body Found After 11-Year-Old Boy Was Swept Out to Sea in Front of His Dad
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Family Mourned After Being Told Loved One Died in Crash. Then They Found Out She Was 'Alive and Well'
11-year-old girl struck and killed by boat propeller on Florida lake Lake Osborne
11-Year-Old Girl Struck and Killed by Boat Propeller on Florida Lake
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Veteran Missing for 4 Days Found Dead After Motorcycle Crash: 'Deeply Cherished by His Family'
Illinois Man Saved After Being Pinned by Tractor Following Bridge Collapse
Man Seriously Injured After Getting Trapped Under Tractor Following Bridge Collapse