Diana Pearl

Title:Former Writer and ReporterEducation:Syracuse University Title:Former Writer and Reporter Education:Syracuse University Diana Pearl is a former writer and reporter at PEOPLE. She left PEOPLE in 2018.She joined PEOPLE in 2015 and previously held the role of editorial assistant.Before joining PEOPLE, Diana was a web producer for Vogue.com in 2015 and was a web producer and writer for Hearst publications from 2014 to 2015. She also worked as an opinions and features editor for Jerk Magazine from 2013 to 2014, staff writer for The Daily Orange from 2010 to 2014 and interned for Every Day with Rachael Ray in 2012.

Diana Ross and Phoebe Bridgers to Feature on Jack Antonoff's '70s-Themed 'Minions: The Rise of Gru' Soundtrack

Phoebe Bridgers, Jack Antonoff and Diana Ross.Photo: Emma McIntyre/Getty, Neilson Barnard/Getty, Steve Granitz/WireImage Jack Antonoffis bringing a star-studded group of musicians together in the name of Minions. Elsewhere on the soundtrack,Brittany Howardof Alabama Shakes andVerdine White of Earth, Wind & Firewill perform the funk band’s 1975 classic “Shining Star,“St. Vincent (aka Annie Clark)is set to sing a version of Lipps Inc.’s 1979 dance banger “Funkytown,” and hip-hop collectiveBROCKHAMPTONwill put their spin on Kool & the Gang’s “Hollywood Swinging” from 1974.

Diana Ross Announces First New Album in 15 Years, 'Thank You' : This 'Is My Gift to You'

Diana Rossfans, rejoice!On Thursday, the 77-year-old singer announced that she will officially be releasing her first studio album since 2006’sI Love You.TitledThankYou, the forthcoming LP was recorded in Ross' home studio and “offers a powerful, inclusive musical message of love and togetherness,” according to a press release.Ross co-wrote and collaborated on the album’s 13 songs alongside an array of songwriters and producers, includingJack Antonoff, Troy Miller, Spike Stent,Tayla Parxand Fred White.

Diana Ross Celebrates Christmas in Matching Pajamas with Her Kids, Grandkids: 'So Many Blessings'

Photo: diana ross/ twitter Diana Rosswas all smiles after spending Christmas with her big family. “So so many blessings , sending Love to our Global family , do you best to stay safe I love you wonderful Christmas time,” Diana wrote alongside the family photo. Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.

Diana Ross Claims She Was 'Violated' By TSA at New Orleans Airport: 'Makes Me Want to Cry!'

Photo: Michael Tran/FilmMagic Diana Rosssays she was left feeling “violated” and on the brink of tears after an aggressive TSA pat-down at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. The legendary songstress, 75, was in town to perform Saturday at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Ross’ time on stage went off without a hitch, and she wrote on Twitter that she had “an incredible night” – but things took a turn at the airport.