Rachel Raposas is a digital news writer at PEOPLE, where she covers culture and lifestyle stories with a sharp editorial eye and a passion for storytelling. Since joining the outlet in 2024, she has contributed to a wide range of features that explore entertainment, pop culture, and human interest topics. Her work is frequently syndicated across platforms like Yahoo Entertainment and MSN, expanding her reach to a broad audience.

Before joining PEOPLE, Rachel honed her editorial skills at The Daily Orange, Syracuse University’s independent student-run newspaper. Over the course of her college career, she held several key roles—including staff writer, copy editor, culture editor, and managing editor—demonstrating her versatility and leadership in the newsroom. Her experience there laid a strong foundation for her professional writing career, allowing her to develop a nuanced voice and a keen sense of what resonates with readers.

Rachel graduated from Syracuse University in 2024 with a Bachelor of Arts in Writing and Rhetoric. She currently resides in Port Chester, New York, where she continues to explore stories that reflect the evolving cultural landscape. With a background rooted in both creative and journalistic writing, Rachel brings depth, clarity, and curiosity to every piece she produces.