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About Gerren Keith Gaynor

White House Correspondent and Managing Editor of Politics
Gerren Keith Gaynor is the White House Correspondent and Managing Editor of Politics at theGrio, based in Washington, DC. As a member of the White House press corps and presidential press pool, he provides essential on-the-ground reporting for Black and LGBTQ+ communities. His leadership was instrumental in theGrio becoming the first Black-owned digital news outlet to secure a seat in the White House press briefing room.

Since 2021, Gerren has covered two presidential administrations, with a career highlight being his interview of Vice President Kamala Harris during the 2024 election cycle. As a Black, queer journalist, he is dedicated to bringing visibility to political spaces where diversity has historically been lacking. His expertise is frequently sought after by major networks, including CNN, MSNBC, Cheddar TV, Revolt News, and Fox Soul.

Gerren's impactful work has earned him numerous accolades, including being named one of Forbes’ "10 Black LGBTQ+ Figures And Activists to Know" and a "Power 50" honoree by the Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA). He is also a two-time "Native Son 101" honoree and recipient of the "James Baldwin Storyteller Award.”

 
Areas of Expertise

White House & Capitol Hill Reporting
National Politics
Black & LGBTQ+ Advocacy
Editorial Management
Multimedia Political Commentary

Professional Experience

White House Correspondent & Managing Editor of Politics — theGrio (Present)
White House Press Pool Member — (2021–Present)
Managing Editor — theGrio

Education

Master of Science in Journalism — Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism
Bachelor of Arts in English — Morehouse College

All Articles

December 6, 2017
Tamar reveals that Vince dropping the ball as her manager is taking a toll on their marriage
December 6, 2017
It’s time we call a thing a thing: Black women in music get no respect
November 28, 2017
In a sneak peak of the WE tv reality show, Vince shares marital woes with Benzino
November 28, 2017
The 'Bodak Yellow' breakout star rakes up two nominations in rap categories
November 17, 2017
The 'Mother of Black Hollywood' held nothing back while talking politics in Trump's America
November 16, 2017
Leeann Tweeden pens shocking essay detailing alleged sexual harassment
November 15, 2017
The matriarch of the Braxton family says her daughter was physically and emotionally abused
November 8, 2017
This week will mark a historic milestone for Tiffany Haddish and Saturday Night Live.
October 27, 2017
As an openly gay, African-American man, Lemon's spot in primetime matters. His thoughts on issues and policies impacting communities of…
March 30, 2017
In less than 24 hours, a prominent black Congresswoman was ridiculed over her hair because she dared to speak up, while another
March 4, 2017
It's a very sad day in 2017 when we still have to plead the case against homophobia.
January 26, 2017
In a political and societal climate of “alternative facts” and fake news, getting to the truth is exhaustingly challenging now
January 11, 2017
When you turn on the television set or scroll through your social media timelines, finding authentic and positive images of black men
December 20, 2016
Looking to head into 2017 with good intentions? It’s time to get real about living a life of passion and
December 12, 2016
Could there be a new couple alert for Phaedra Parks and Shemar Moore?
December 7, 2016
During an interview on "The Real," Lee Daniels said racism isn't real to him because he never "embraced" it, and…
December 2, 2016
Black gay men were front and center at the inaugural Native Son Awards, an intimate ceremony held on Wednesday at…
December 1, 2016
Depending on who you ask, Brandy Norwood is either an incredibly underrated cultural icon in music and film or she’s just
November 24, 2016
It’s not every day you get an invite to have dinner with Erykah Badu. So when I got the opportunity
November 22, 2016
Kanye West is a pop culture phenomenon. Over the years, the Chicago-born music icon has given us some of the