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Andre Phillips

Contributor at BBC News

Andre Phillips is a multimedia journalist and entertainment reporter with over eight years of experience in digital, print, and broadcast media. As a contributor at BBC News, he covers entertainment, media, and cultural trends, bringing insightful analysis and breaking news to a global audience.

With a career spanning television, digital media, and investigative reporting, Andre has interviewed high-profile celebrities such as Will Smith, Mark Wahlberg, Tiffany Haddish, and Sir Anthony Hopkins. His work has appeared on major news affiliates across Illinois and Idaho, as well as leading entertainment platforms in Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago.

Andre began his career as a Chicago Tonight Fellow at WTTW, covering critical news events, including police-involved shootings and citywide protests. His expertise includes video production, scriptwriting, SEO-driven digital content, and social media engagement. He is deeply passionate about the evolving entertainment industry and its impact on culture and media.

A graduate of Northern Illinois University and a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Andre continues to shape compelling stories that bridge journalism and entertainment.

Publications

  • BBC World Service
  • BBC News
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