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Wendy Naugle Joins USA TODAY Network as Executive Editor of Entertainment

Naugle Brings Over Two Decades of Entertainment Editorial Experience

New York, NY--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- (NYSE:GCI) announced today that Wendy Naugle will be joining as Executive Editor of Entertainment for the USA TODAY Network. In her role, Naugle will oversee all entertainment strategy for a broad portfolio, working with entertainment editors across the USA TODAY Network and over 200 local publications to rapidly execute a strategy focused on initiatives to expand reach and increase focus on audience, partnerships and content engagement to drive audience and revenue growth. She will report to Senior Vice President of USA TODAY, Monica Richardson effective Monday, July 28.

Wendy Naugle, USA TODAY Network Executive Editor of Entertainment

鈥淚鈥檓 thrilled to join USA TODAY Network at such a dynamic time for entertainment and media,鈥� said Naugle. 鈥淓ntertainment news can connect communities across the country and delight and surprise readers, and USA TODAY is uniquely positioned to lead in this space with heart, intelligence, and reach. I鈥檓 excited to work with the team and grow this essential entertainment destination.鈥�

Naugle brings over 25 years of editorial growth and strategy development experience to Gannett. She most recently served as Editor-in-Chief for PEOPLE, where she helped grow the widely read entertainment brand to a top 10 site in the U.S., reinvigorated the brand鈥檚 most significant franchises such as Sexiest Man Alive and Most Beautiful, and helmed first-ever issues on climate change, LGBTQ+ Pride, Black History Month, and People of the Year. Before PEOPLE, she rose the ranks to Executive Editor at GLAMOUR, where she managed a major brand transition from a monthly print cycle to digital-first content, in addition to overseeing GLAMOUR鈥檚 annual Women of the Year and Women of the Year Festival, the launch of the brand鈥檚 first podcast series, and Tell Somebody, an award-winning campaign against domestic violence.

鈥淭丑别 USA TODAY Network has a rich history of providing the latest news in entertainment covering pop culture, celebrities, movies, television, music, books, things to do, dining and more. Entertainment ranks among our highest performing topics for engagement attracting loyal readers,鈥� said Monica Richardson. 鈥淲endy鈥檚 exceptional editorial vision and deep industry knowledge will be instrumental in shaping the future of our entertainment coverage. We are confident that her experience will help connect with our audiences in meaningful and innovative ways across all platforms.鈥�

Naugle served on the board of the NYU Center for Publishing and received a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Drake University in Des Moines, IA.

ABOUT GANNETT

is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, , and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and , a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, , supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions.

ABOUT USA TODAY NETWORK

USA TODAY NETWORK, part of Gannett Co, Inc. (NYSE: GCI), is the leading news media publisher in the U.S. in terms of circulation and has the largest digital audience in the News and Information category, excluding news aggregators, based on the December 2024 Comscore Media Metrix庐 Desktop + Mobile. Our Domestic Gannett Media segment is comprised of USA TODAY, daily and weekly content brands in approximately 220 local U.S. markets across 43 states and our community events business, USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures. With deep roots in local communities spanning the U.S., we engage approximately 140 million monthly unique visitors, on average, through a diverse portfolio of multi-platform content offerings and experiences. For more information, visit .

ABOUT USA TODAY

Since its introduction in 1982, has been a cornerstone of the national media landscape under its recognizable and respected brand. It also serves as the foundation for our newsroom network which allows for content sharing capabilities across our local and national markets. Through USA TODAY, we deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Across our digital platforms we reach an audience of approximately 73 million unique visitors each month (based on December 2024 Comscore Media Metrix庐).

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