Danielle Bacher

Danielle Bacher
Title: Senior Reporter
Education: Temple University
Location: Los Angeles, California

Experience

Danielle Bacher is a Senior Reporter at PEOPLEreporting and writing across entertainment verticals. She has previously written cover stories on Zendaya and Camila Cabello for Elle, Charlie Hunnam and James Marsden covers for Men’s Health, profiled Amanda Knox for Rolling Stone after her final acquittal and contributed to BillboardEsquire, New York Magazine, Playboy, Vanity Fair and more. In 2016, her piece for Esquire—about her brother’s experiences in the dating world as someone who has autism—was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize. Danielle received her B.A. in Journalism from Temple University in Philadelphia.

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 Danielle Bacher

Actor Richard Simmons poses for a portrait in 1992 in Los Angeles, California.
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samantha cope and Joey Lawrence with daughter
Joey Lawrence’s Estranged Wife Samantha Cope Seeking Full Custody of Their 19-Month-Old Daughter
Michael Jackson (R) leaves the Santa Barbara County Courthouse with his mother Katherine Jackson (L) after another day of proceedings in his child molestation trial April 21, 2005 in Santa Maria California. Jackson is charged in a 10-count indictment with molesting a boy, plying him with liquor and conspiring to commit child abduction, false imprisonment and extortion.
Katherine Jackson's Latest Appeal Denied in Ongoing Legal Battle over Michael Jackson's Estate
Joey Lawrence and Samantha Cope
Joey Lawrence and Samantha Cope Split After 2 Years of Marriage
Avicii
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Ms. Tina Knowles attends the World Premiere of "Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé" at Samuel Goldwyn Theater on November 25, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California;Richard Lawson attends the opening night for the 20th anniversary of the HollyShorts Film Festival at the Dolby Theatre on August 08, 2024 in Hollywood, California.
Tina Knowles and Richard Lawson Reach Divorce Settlement Agreement Nearly 13 Months After Filing
Blanchard, Ryan Anderson and Ken Urker
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard’s Ex Ryan Anderson Says He Has to ‘Get a DNA Test’ for Her Baby: ‘Hate This Situation’
Pregnant Gypsy Rose Blanchard announces she is having a baby girl
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Angus Cloud attends Variety Power of Young Hollywood Event Presented by Facebook Gaming on August 11, 2022 in Hollywood, California.
Angus Cloud's Tragic Death 1 Year Later: Read PEOPLE's Feature Story About His Acting Journey and Artistic Legacy
Diddy, Suge Knight, Tupac
Tupac Shakur Murder Suspect Once Claimed Diddy Was Involved in Ordering Hit on Rapper and Suge Knight
 TV personality Richard Simmons attends the Friend Movement campaign benefit concert held at El Rey Theatre on July 1, 2013 in Los Angeles
Richard Simmons' Death Involved No Foul Play: Source
PORTLAND, OREGON - JUNE 22: (L-R) Fred Armisen and Riki Lindhome attend the 4th Annual Cinema Unbound Awards Benefiting PAM CUT // Center For An Untold Tomorrow at Portland Art Museum on June 22, 2023 in Portland, Oregon. (
Riki Lindhome Married Fred Armisen 2 Years Ago — and She Welcomed a Son Weeks After Their First Date (Exclusive)
Riki Lindhomen shares about struggles trying to have baby boy
Inside Riki Lindhome’s Long Journey to Motherhood: Failed IVF Treatments and a 'Devastating' Loss (Exclusive)
Richard Simmons, circa 1980.
Richard Simmons’ Cause of Death Being Investigated
Shannen Doherty photographed at Smashbox Studios in Culver City, CA, on November 20, 2023.
Shannen Doherty Opened Up About Wanting to 'Embrace Life' in Her Last PEOPLE Cover Story Before Her Death
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's House Listing Indicates 'They Really Want to Move the Property,' Says Celebrity Realtor
Gypsy Rose Blanchard attends "An Evening with Lifetime: Conversations On Controversies" FYC event at The Grove on May 01, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.; Ryan Anderson and Gypsy Rose Blanchard attend "The Prison Confessions Of Gypsy Rose Blanchard" Red Carpet Event on January 05, 2024 in New York City.
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard's Baby's Birth Certificate Could Say Ex Ryan Anderson Is the Father — Here's Why (Exclusive)
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard and her boyfriend Ken Urker Maternity photos
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard Answers Everyone's Questions in First Interview After Announcing Pregnancy (Exclusive)
Gypsy Rose Blanchard attends "An Evening with Lifetime: Conversations On Controversies" FYC event at The Grove on May 01, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard Admits It's the 'Wrong Timing' for Pregnancy but Says 'It's a Blessing' (Exclusive)
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard and boyfriend Ken Urker
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard 'Immediately' Told Parole Officer She Was Pregnant, Tells Him 'Even Personal Stuff' (Exclusive)
Honoree Sean "Diddy" Combs attends the Pre-GRAMMY Gala and GRAMMY Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Sean "Diddy" Combs
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Matthew Perry
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Shanna Moakler (left); Hugh Hefner
Shanna Moakler Shares Her Experience with Hugh Hefner: ‘The Man Is Dead. He Can’t Defend Himself’ (Exclusive)
Singer Michael Jackson arrives at Santa Maria Superior Court before testimony in his child molestation trial March 16, 2005 in Santa Maria, California. Jackson is charged in a 10-count indictment with molesting a boy, plying him with liquor and conspiring to commit child abduction, false imprisonment and extortion. He has pleaded innocent.
Michael Jackson Was Over $500 Million in Debt at Time of Death, New Court Documents Reveal