Richard B. Stolley Richard B. Stolley was a legendary journalist and editor who founded People Magazine. Highlights: * Began career in 1953 as a journalist with Life Magazine * Was the inaugural editor of People when it launched in 1974 * Eventually became editorial director over all of Time, Inc * Retired in 2014 About Real Simple Real Simple, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning, trusted online resource for smart, authentic solutions to simplify your life. We reach 11 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists and fact-checked for accuracy. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.