Michelle Johnson

Editor and journalist, London

United Kingdom

BSME award-nominated editor, journalist and presenter based in London. Over the last 10 years I have worked across print and digital for well-known publications, interviewing some of the world's biggest stars and innovative leaders. Editor of Tempus Magazine / Editorial Director at Vantage Media. Previously at Hello!, Archant, Mwaah.

Website/contact: www.michelle-johnson.co.uk

Portfolio

Interviews

Tempus
08/14/2022
Alessandra Ambrosio: Taking her time

Tempus heads to Madrid to meet Omega brand ambassador and supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio, as she shares her style secrets at the launch of the brand’s Her Time exhibition

Tempus
06/07/2021
Sir Mo Farah: Personal Best

Britain's best known athlete Sir Mo Farah on his motivation and hopes for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics

Tempus
12/07/2020
Lenny Kravitz: Grand Design

Rock star, artist and designer Lenny Kravitz tells us why collaborating with Steinway & Sons on the new Kravitz Grand is the perfect representation of his life’s work

Tempus
12/07/2020
Jason Fox: Mind Matters

Former soldier turned presenter Jason Fox opens up about his mission to get men talking about mental health

Tempus
03/04/2019
Joanna Lumley: Born to be wild

Joanna Lumley reflects on life in the spotlight and reveals how she’s using responsible fashion to bring the world’s focus back to nature

HELLO!
2016
Benedict Cumberbatch

With his leading lady Sophie by his side, Benedict Cumberbatch announced he is to become a dad again as he tells of the joys of fatherhood

HELLO!
2013
Last word: Keira Knightley

Reaching the high notes with her latest film, the actress opens up about music, filming in New York and why you should never let your partner teach you the guitar

HELLO!
2014
James Corden

Multi-talented funny man James Corden on moving to America, Meryl Streep and why family comes first

HELLO!
2015
Elizabeth Hurley

50th birthday exclusive: Elizabeth Hurley talks exclusively about her enduring fame, past loves and unbreakable bond with son Damian

HELLO!
2016
Angelina Jolie: World On The Move

Talking exclusively to HELLO!, Angelina Jolie-Pitt on her passionate mission to help refugees return home and how her family inspires her

Tempus
08/03/2020
Patrick Mouratoglou: Changing the game

The world’s most influential tennis coach, Patrick Mouratoglou has trained World No. 1 Serena Williams and phenomenal new talents, like Coco Gauff, to glory. Now, he is revolutionising tennis itself with the Ultimate Tennis Showdown

Burlingtons Magazine
01/17/2021
Brian Eagles: That's Entertainment

The UK's most prominent entertainment lawyer on working with Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, his favourite celebrity clients, and the price of fame

HELLO!
2015
Drew Barrymore and Tony Collette

In an exclusive interview with HELLO!, Drew Barrymore and Toni Collette on the powerful story that brought them together on screen – and the special bond they shared away from the cameras

Tempus
04/01/2019
Jodie Kidd: Country living

The new partner of family-run luxury goods brand Englana, Jodie Kidd tells Tempus why she’s championing British made – while giving her competitive side a workout...

HELLO!
2012
Zac Efron

From teen idol to leading man, Zac Efron is one 'lucky' guy as he reflects on growing up in public

Tempus
02/03/2020
Amanda Nevill: Film Forever

As the BFI’s Amanda Nevill CBE reflects on her 17-year tenure as CEO of the UK’s most important film organisation, we discover the secrets of building our most celebrated export – cinema

HELLO!
2015
Angelina Jolie: Myanmar

World exclusive photos and interview: Angelina Jolie Pitt invites us to join her and son Pax on a life-changing trip

Tempus
12/02/2019
Joshua Buatsi: Just Business

British light-heavyweight champion Joshua Buatsi tells Tempus about stepping out from Anthony Joshua’s shadow, his plans for world domination and how he developed a winning philosophy

HELLO!
2011
Timeless Beauty: Cameron Diaz

Hollywood star Cameron Diaz is the face of watchmaker TAG Heuer's new women's collection – and it's for a good cause. Here, the brand's "beautiful rebel" talks exclusively to HELLO! about her personal style and what makes her tick

Travel

Tempus
08/14/2022
The French Connection

Once the most glamorous stretch of coastline in Europe, the Côte d’Azur – stretching from Saint-Tropez past Monaco – is reclaiming its reputation

Tempus
04/06/2020
Paradise found: Belize

We explore beautiful Belize, the destination enticing affluent travellers – and investors – out of their comfort zones

Tempus
02/04/2019
Rays of light

Between tea-scented valleys and picturesque ancient cities, Sri Lanka’s luxury resorts are leading the way in eco-friendly adventure

Tempus
02/04/2019
Back in vogue

These destinations have beaten the odds to become 2019's most surprising luxury travel destinations

HELLO!
06/24/2014
Game of Thrones: discovering the Causeway coastal route

If ' bloodthirsty season four finale hadn't already cemented the show's status as a cultural phenomenon, the Queen 's tour of the show's studio in Belfast on Tuesday certainly added a stamp of royal approval. For those fans not content to end their battle for the Iron Throne so soon, HELLO!

HELLO!
02/12/2016
A fangtastic weekend discovering Transylvania

It is a region of surprising natural beauty that provides an unlikely link between Spring Breakers star Selena Gomez and Prince Charles , so how could HELLO! Online resist taking a bite out of Transylvania?

HELLO!
04/09/2013
New Zealand: a journey to Middle Earth

Ever since Wellington-native Peter Jackson chose New Zealand as the setting of his film version of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, fans have flocked to experience the nation's incredible scenery.

Luxury lifestyle

Tempus
10/12/2020
“Be positive – and drink champagne!”

Despite being the world’s first champagne house, Maison Ruinart is not one to stand on tradition. In a toast to its latest ‘carte blanche’ contemporary art collaboration, we speak to the maison’s CEO Frédéric Dufour and British artist David Shrigley to find out how they keep the fizz alive

Tempus
08/05/2019
Kelly Hoppen: Living on the Edge

Tempus sets sail with interior design star Kelly Hoppen as she unveils the new look of luxury cruise ship, Celebrity Edge

Tempus
12/02/2019
Liquid gold

When it comes to rare whiskies, Diageo’s global Casks of Distinction programme is creating a singular concept for discerning collectors

Tempus
08/03/2020
Adaire Byerly: The model of a mind

Entertainment Mindframe founder and CEO Adaire Byerly reveals what understanding the creative mind could tell us about business leadership

Tempus
04/06/2020
21st-century toy

Why the world’s luxury car industry is going wild for Czinger’s ‘rule-breaking, record-hunting’ debut hypercar

Style

Tempus
03/04/2019
By air, land and sea

Tempus explores the adventurous new timepiece trends at SIHH 2019

Tempus
10/12/2020
Material world

From its origins as a military watchmaker, Panerai has become the vanguard of inventive and sustainable horology. CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué tells us why it’s time to make a difference

Tempus
06/01/2020
Jewel purpose

Tempus takes an exclusive look inside the workshop atelier of British jewellery and silverware design icon Theo Fennell

Hello! Fashion
2016
On our radar: Maika Monroe

From kite surfing in the Caribbean to playing a fighter pilot in summers biggest blockbuster, this Cali girl writes her own rules

Hello! Fashion
2015
On our radar: Bella Thorne

She’s been hailed for her style, but this accomplished Hollywood actress prefers home comforts to the red carpet

Hello! Fashion
The New Wave: Tada & Toy

They're creative, talented and under 25... from Damian Aspinall's jewellery-designing daughter to the teen fashion blogger turned model, HFM meets the bold British upstarts tipped to take the style world by storm

Tempus
08/14/2022
A legend restored

Parmigiani Fleurier CEO Guido Terreni on his plans to redefine luxury

HELLO!
Petra Nemcova

Supermodel and philanthropist Petra Nemcova on combining high glamour with changing children's lives

Arts / Entertainment

Tempus
08/05/2019
Art ex machina

As the world’s first robot artist closes its debut art exhibition, we ask whether the future of culture – and ethics – is AI

Tempus
06/01/2020
The art of isolation

In times of crisis, art becomes more important than ever. We speak to the artists and galleries finding ways to bring great works into our homes

Burlingtons Magazine
07/16/2021
Big Ideas

How The Big Exchange is making investment more accessible

West Essex Life
1/1/2011
State of the Art

Michelle Johnson discovers why artists love living in West Essex