Dianna Russini waits two days to inform bosses about Sedona photos
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 8:27 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Dianna Russini delayed two days in notifying her superiors after the New York Post acquired photos of her with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel in Sedona, Arizona. The initial alert was made directly to Meredith Kopit Levien, CEO of the Times Company, instead of her immediate supervisor. Subsequent responses from The Athletic's executive team were prompted by the impending publication deadline, reflecting concerns over Russini’s conduct. An internal investigation is ongoing, focusing on whether editorial standards may have been breached. Ginsberg, who initially supported Russini, expressed that later revelations about the photos raised new questions.
- •Russini learned of the Sedona photos on June 23.
- •She contacted her CEO rather than her direct supervisor.
- •The Athletic's executives were unaware of the initial contact with the Post.
- •Ginsberg issued a statement supporting Russini before seeing all photos.
- •An internal investigation is ongoing at The Athletic regarding Russini's reporting.
- 8:27 PMYahoo Sports — Dianna Russini waited two days after learning of the Sedona photos to inform her bosses
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