Who we are | Fifty magazine

Samantha

Lutes

Editor

You can find me with a coffee in hand, I love all things to do with TV and film. My pre-lockdown hobby was going to live music, I've been to nearly 200 gigs!

My hero in their 50s: Tina Fey - one of my favourite comedy writers ever.

Tanya

Kaushal

Features editor

Budding international journalist who loves everything global. Chat to me about malaria (had it once) or my time in London. I have a story for everything!

My hero in their 50s: Keanu Reeves because he can truly steal the heart of any woman.

Shanon-Rose

Clack

Sub-editor

Aquarius, vegetarian and cat lover, a fun fact about me is I was once personally invited to Diana's childhood home by Earl Spencer!

My hero in their 50s: Lauren Graham, star of Gilmore Girls, producer and overall icon. Wow

Alina-Maria

Udrea

Sub-editor

I’m a linguaphile with a passion for writing and inspiring through words. I'm fascinated by the universe and have a love for gaming. My hero in their 50s: Jennifer Aniston, because her role as Rachel Green made so many viewers happy!

Julia

Oprozondek

Lead designer

I’m excited that Fifty is going to tell inspiring personal stories. That’s my favourite part of journalism. In my free time, I listen to vinyls and go on long walks with my puppy. My hero in their 50s: Robert Downey Jr because he is just so cool.

Shivani

Mandalia

Web content manager

I have a passion for writing and being able to use my creativity to create something visual. I have a love for old black and white movies! My hero in their 50s: Michelle Obama because she actively works to better the world and is truly inspirational.