Brianna Chavez (she/her) is a born and raised Austinite and serves as Austin Vida’s Spring 2026 Editorial Intern. She graduated with a Bachelor’s in Journalism from Texas State University in 2024. She worked for four years as a Life and Arts reporter with The University Star, Texas State’s student-run newspaper. Her work has been recognized by the Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas and the Society of Professional Journalism. She has contributed to various publications in Austin, including the Austin American-Statesman and Austin Woman.
From the kitchen to the comic book page, José Andrés used his SXSW Hall of Fame spotlight to highlight the power of food, community and everyday acts of heroism.
Fans filled the Paramount Theatre during South by Southwest for the premiere of “Los Lobos: Native Sons,” a film honoring the music, history and Chicano roots of Los Lobos.
From growing up in South Texas to performing on national stages, comedian Vanessa Gonzalez brings her sharp storytelling and family-rooted humor to South by Southwest.
Through art, fashion and photography, "The Selena Effect" exhibit at The Wittliff Collections captures Selena Quintanilla's essence for all generations and celebrates a spirit that still inspires today.