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Shirley Halperin Joins Rolling Stone as Co-Editor-in-Chief; Maer Roshan Becomes Sole EIC at The Hollywood Reporter

Halperin becomes the first woman to lead the venerable music brand; Roshan will direct editorial strategy for THR’s print magazine, digital and social platforms and its expansion into audio and video.
byAkira
August 6, 2025
Shirley Halperin Joins Rolling Stone as Co-Editor-in-Chief; Maer Roshan Becomes Sole EIC at The Hollywood Reporter

Rolling Stone Names First Female Co-Editor-in-Chief, Shirley Halperin to Join Leadership Team

In a historic move for music journalism, Shirley Halperin has been appointed as co-editor-in-chief of Rolling Stone, making her the first woman to hold this position in the publication’s 60-year history. Halperin will share leadership duties with Sean Woods, who has been promoted from executive editor to co-editor-in-chief.

New Leadership Structure at Rolling Stone

Effective September 1, Halperin will serve in the dual role of co-editor-in-chief and head of music, dividing her time between New York and Los Angeles. Woods, based in New York headquarters, assumes his new role immediately. Both leaders will collaborate closely with newly appointed CEO Julian Holguin to shape the magazine’s editorial direction.

“Sean and Shirley are unmatched in their expertise and passion for storytelling,” said Holguin. “Their partnership will play a pivotal role in shaping Rolling Stone’s future and continuing our tradition of world-class journalism.”

Shirley Halperin’s Distinguished Career

Halperin brings over two decades of entertainment and music journalism experience to Rolling Stone. Her impressive career includes leadership positions at:

  • The Hollywood Reporter
  • Variety
  • Billboard
  • Los Angeles Magazine

Throughout her career, Halperin has written notable cover stories featuring major music artists including Harry Styles, Justin Bieber, Snoop Dogg, and Trent Reznor. Her innovative approach to music journalism has led to the creation of successful franchises like the Hitmakers event and Music for Screens summit.

Sean Woods’ Continued Leadership

Woods, a 20-year veteran of Rolling Stone, has been instrumental in maintaining the publication’s journalistic excellence. His oversight has resulted in:

  • Three National Magazine Awards
  • Two George Polk Awards
  • An Emmy nomination
  • Numerous other industry accolades

Changes at The Hollywood Reporter

With Halperin’s departure, Maer Roshan will continue as sole editor-in-chief of The Hollywood Reporter, leading a global team of over 80 professionals. Under his leadership, THR has expanded its digital presence and is preparing to launch new newsletters and podcasts this fall.

The publication has seen significant growth under Roshan’s tenure, with readership now surpassing major consumer titles like Vanity Fair and Entertainment Weekly. THR has also garnered numerous awards and expanded its international presence with editions in Italy, India, and Spain.

byAkira
August 6, 2025