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About Kay Wicker

Kay Wicker is a skilled lifestyle reporter at theGrio, where she covers the multifaceted ways Black people live and enjoy their lives, focusing on health, wellness, travel, beauty, and fashion. With over a decade of experience in digital and print media, Kay has built a diverse editorial background, reporting on everything from high-profile celebrity news to critical social issues.

Before joining theGrio in October 2022, Kay spent two years in the U.S. Virgin Islands as a staff reporter for the St. Croix Avis, covering the region's culture, art, politics, and daily life. Her previous roles include serving as a reporter and newsletter editor at ThinkProgress and a staff writer at Baltimore STYLE magazine.

Kay’s work has also appeared in the Washington Post Express and The Baltimore Sun.

Areas of Expertise

Black & Caribbean Culture
Lifestyle, Fashion, and Beauty
Fashion & Beauty Trends
Travel Journalism
Entertainment & Film Coverage

Professional Experience

Lifestyle Reporter — theGrio (2022–Present)
Staff Reporter — St. Croix Avis (2020–2022)
Guns Reporter — ThinkProgress
Staff Writer — Baltimore STYLE magazine
Editorial Fellow — Washingtonian Magazine

All Articles

Druski
March 27, 2026
Druski’s latest “conservative white woman” sketch, featuring him in whiteface, once again has set the internet ablaze.
March 26, 2026
Equal Pay Day arrives at a time when the gender pay gap continues to widen and Black women remain among…
Love Is Blind, Vic St. John, Christine Hamilton, theGrio.com
March 26, 2026
After “Love Is Blind” season 10 stars Vic St. John and Christine Hamilton appeared on Fox News Digital, fans are…
Kwame Brathwaite, Black Is Beautiful, theGrio.com
March 25, 2026
Jesse Williams, Alicia Keys, and Swizz Beatz to produce documentary “Black Is Beautiful: The Kwame Brathwaite Story." 
March 25, 2026
Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama proposes resolution to the United Nations that could formalize global recognition of slavery’s legacy.
Alexia Moore, reproductive health, reproductive justice, reproductive rights, theGrio.com
March 24, 2026
Alexia Moore was arrested in Georgia on March 4 and charged with murder on suspicion of inducing her own medical…
A scene from "Waiting to Exhale"
March 24, 2026
After over 30 years, "Waiting to Exhale" has provided plenty of memes, but what does "He's a good man" actually…
Dr. Judith Joseph, joy, Black women's mental health, Black health and wellness, high functioning depression, theGrio.com
March 19, 2026
In this exclusive interview, Dr. Judith Joseph opens up about the state of joy among Black women and why we…
March 19, 2026
After backlash at the growing number of influencers entering traditional media spaces, Tabitha Brown, Jemele Hill, and more weigh in.
March 18, 2026
Niecy Nash celebrates her 56th birthday with an epic Michael Jordan-themed bash and trip to Mexico to remember. 
Teyana Taylor, Essence Festival of Culture, theGrio.com
March 18, 2026
Teyana Taylor has been named the Chief Curator of the 2026 Essence Festival of Culture, slated for the July 4…
March 18, 2026
Wells Fargo’s latest report reveals Black women-owned businesses grew by 13% in 2025, and revenue rose by 6%. 
March 18, 2026
Corinne Bailey Rae and Ravyn Lenae talk mental health and the music industry in inaugural episode of new mental health…
March 18, 2026
The WNBA and the Women’s National Basketball Players Association announce new historic salary deal struck in the wee hours on…
Cardi B, Cardi B haircare, Cardi b Hair, Cardi Hair brand, Cardi B Grow Good, Cardi B Grow Good haircare theGrio.com
March 17, 2026
Cardi B announces her new haircare line, Grow-Good’s product range, pricing, and upcoming April release date. 
Kid Cudi, theGrio.com
March 17, 2026
Kid Cudi is gearing up to direct and star in his first feature film, “When the Light Dies,” a horror…
March 17, 2026
The Roots Picnic announces Jay-Z as the headliner in a year when multiple major albums of his reach milestone anniversaries.
Devonta Anderson, Love is Blind, theGrio.com
March 17, 2026
“Love Is Blind”'s Devonta Anderson is setting the record straight after footage of him claiming he’s never dated a woman…
Tristan King, Baltimore City, theGrio.com
March 17, 2026
After missing for six months following a series of unfortunate events, Tristan King was found on Friday March 13. 
Tracii, The Devil is Busy, Roe v. Wade, abortion rights, women's healthcare, theGrio.com
March 16, 2026
“The Devil Is Busy” co-director Christalyn Hampton sits down with theGrio in this exclusive interview aboutthe film and its message.