About Cortney Wills

Cortney M. Wills is the Entertainment Director at TheGrio and host of our latest podcast initiative, Acting Up.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, the Medill alum began her career at Time Inc. and has since covered music, film, television, and pop culture for numerous publications including Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, MTV News, JET, and more.
Much of her work at TheGrio focuses on holding Hollywood accountable and examines how stories about our people, our culture, and our communities are being told on screens big and small.
She’s currently based in Los Angeles where she resides with her husband and children.

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Kerry Washington
November 19, 2018
Kerry Washington set to star in Eva Longoria-directed comedy ’24-7’ and has several television and film projects int he works.
Funky DIneva
November 19, 2018
Funky Dineva slams Marlo Hampton for ruining reality show produced by Kandi Burruss and blames her for WeTV pulling the plug.
Kimora Lee Simmons
November 19, 2018
Kimora Lee Simmons pens heartfelt tribute to the late Kim Porter on social media and promises to take care of her children.
Steve McQueen
November 16, 2018
An exclusive interview with Oscar-winning director, Steve McQueen on tackling tough issues of race and politics in ‘WIDOWS.’
Dr. Don Shirley
November 16, 2018
‘Green Book’ hits theaters today and plenty of folks will want to know more about the legacy of Dr. Don Shirley, portayed by mahershala Ali in the film.
Oprah
November 16, 2018
Oprah Winfrey has donated $1.5 million to the University of Massachusetts after being given an honorary degree from the university.
Nelly
November 16, 2018
Nelly has issued a statement slamming the most recent sexual assault lawsuit against him and his girlfriend, Chantel Jackson.
Kim Porter thegrio.com
November 16, 2018
Model and actress, Kim Porter, who died this week at age 47 led a very interesting life. Here are five facts to know about DIddy’s late ex.
Isan Elba
November 15, 2018
Idris Elba’s 16-year-old daughter, Isan Elba has been named the 2019 Golden Globes Ambassador and she will use it to raise awareness for mental health.
Kim Porter
November 15, 2018
Kim Porter has died of unknown causes at the age of 47. She shares three children with Diddy as well as one son, Quincy, with Al B. Sure.
Matt barnes
November 14, 2018
Matt Barnes goes on a social media rant against women who receive too much child support after a shady exchange with Blac Chyna.
Viola Davis
November 14, 2018
An exclusive interview with Viola Davis and Liam Neeson on their new film, WIDOWS directed by Steve McQueen, due out November 16.
Gabrielle Union
November 14, 2018
An exclusive interview with Gabrielle Union on her new collection for NY & CO and a sneeak peek at the afforadable, size-inclusive line.
aafca
November 14, 2018
the African American Film Cristics Association has announced the 2019 Special Achievement Awards honorees and Awards Gala date.
Love & Marriage
November 14, 2018
We’ve got all the info on OWN’s brand new reality series, ‘Love & marriage: Huntsville’ premiering on the network on January 12.
Cardi B thegrio.com
November 13, 2018
Cardi B, T.I., and Chance the Rapper to judge Netflix’s first music competition series ‘Rhythm + Flow’ which will premiere in 2019.
Kevin Hart
November 13, 2018
According to reports, Kevin Hart is gearing up to produce a family-friendly comedy series for ABC entitled ‘Don’t Call It a Comeback.’
Amanda Seales
November 13, 2018
Insecure star, Amanda Seales has scored her very own comedy special on HBO entitled ‘I Be Knowin” which will debut in early 2019.
Shamari DeVoe
November 13, 2018
An exclusive interview with ‘Real Housewives of Atalnta’ cast member, Shamari DeVoe on what fans can expect when shemakes her debut.
Kandi Burruss
November 13, 2018
‘The Real Houseiwves of Atlanta’ star, Kandi Burruss, revealed she is planning to expand her family with the help of a surrogate.