Thomas Adamson is a Paris‑based Culture Correspondent for the Associated Press, known for his reporting on fashion, cinema, art, and society. Educated at University College London, City University, and La Sorbonne, he is multilingual—speaking French, Italian, and Greek—and has built a career that bridges European politics, culture, and style. Before joining AP, he worked as a presenter for France 24 and reported for Channel 4 News at ITN, covering major European stories from the aftermath of the Athens Olympics to the closure of Amsterdam’s window brothels.

Adamson’s journalism often blends cultural storytelling with investigative depth. In 2019, he broke the exclusive story that billionaire donors who pledged money to rebuild Notre Dame Cathedral had not yet contributed, prompting immediate payments of over €20 million. He has also been credited with uncovering the role of 19th‑century French widows in shaping the modern champagne industry, reframing figures like Widow Clicquot and Widow Pommery as pioneers and early female CEOs. His work has included interviews with icons such as Olivia de Havilland, who spoke to him on her 100th birthday, and Karl Lagerfeld, whom he interviewed more than 20 times.

Beyond breaking news, Adamson has become a trusted voice in fashion and cultural reporting. He has covered Paris Fashion Week extensively, reported on the intersection of celebrity and couture, and explored how art and politics intertwine in Europe. His stories have appeared not only in AP but also across Yahoo, Business Insider, Fox News, and international outlets, amplifying his reach. With a career spanning print, television, and digital platforms, Adamson exemplifies the modern journalist who navigates culture, politics, and society with both investigative rigor and narrative flair.