Lynette Rice Title: Former Staff Writer Education: San Diego State University Lynette Rice is a former staff writer at PEOPLE. She left in 2014.She joined PEOPLE in 2013.Before joining PEOPLE, Lynette was a staff writer for The Hollywood Reporter from 1998 to 1999. She was also the editor at large for Entertainment Weekly, starting in 1999. Experience Lynette Rice is a former staff writer at PEOPLE. She left in 2014.Before joining PEOPLE, Lynette was a staff writer for The Hollywood Reporter from 1998 to 1999. She was also the editor at large for Entertainment Weekly, starting in 1999. Lynette earned a B.A. in journalism at San Diego State University. 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.