Alex Heigl Title: Former Associate Editor Education: George Mason University Alex Heigl is a former associate editor at PEOPLE. He left PEOPLE in 2017.He joined PEOPLE in 2013.Before joining PEOPLE, Alex was a writer at msnNow in 2013, an editor at Nerve.com from 2011 to 2013 and a writer for ThirdAge Media, LLC. in 2011. Experience Alex Heigl is a former associate editor at PEOPLE. He left PEOPLE in 2017.He joined PEOPLE in 2013. Before joining PEOPLE, Alex was a writer at msnNow in 2013, an editor at Nerve.com from 2011 to 2013 and a writer for ThirdAge Media, LLC. in 2011.Alex graduated with a bachelor's degree in English language and literature and creative writing from George Mason University. 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.