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About Kay Wicker

Kay Wicker is a senior 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 Culture
Lifestyle, Fashion, Health, and Beauty
Travel Journalism
Entertainment & Film Coverage

Professional Experience

Senior 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

May 9, 2026
As concern grows around hantavirus after it was detected on a cruise, many people, including Black health experts, have been…
May 8, 2026
Allyson Felix is preparing to return to track and field at a time when more and more athletes are aging…
May 7, 2026
Black Teacher Appreciation arrives amid the 2026 Teacher Appreciation Week a time to recognize and honor our educators. 
Pinky Cole, theGrio.com
May 7, 2026
For over 20 years, “The Real Housewives” have been inadvertently normalizing so many financial conversations. 
May 7, 2026
Amanda Seales releases “Crank Dat Through a Sexual Assault” as resource for sexual assault survivors and their loved ones.  
Larenz Tate, theGrio.com
May 6, 2026
Actor Larenz Tate opens up about his nearly 20-year marriage to wife Tomasina and his thoughts on Black love. 
Bernice King, Spirit Airlines, theGrio.com
May 6, 2026
Bernice King addresses Spirit Airlines closing its doors on Saturday, May 2, after financial hardship and the rising cost of…
May 6, 2026
In this exclusive, Eliany Puello shares how her post went viral post, plus more deals and discounts for Teachers Appreciation…
Met Gala, Black style, Black art, Black fashion, Black celebrities, theGrio.com
May 5, 2026
From Beyoncé to Colman Domingo, here are all of the Black attendees at the 2026 Met Gala who were on…
Dionne Warwick, Billboard Women in Music, theGrio.com
May 4, 2026
Nicky Campbell apologizes after criticizing Dionne Warwick for wearing slippers on at Billboard's Woman in Music red carpet. 
Bozoma Saint John, DoorDash, the village, motherhood, Black motherhood, Mother's Day, theGrio.com
May 4, 2026
In this exclusive, “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Bozoma Saint John shares what she wants on Mother’s Day from…
May 1, 2026
From skincare to jewelry to sweets and more, we've gathered seven different Black-owned brands worth shopping this Mother's Day.
May 1, 2026
In this exclusive interview during Mental Health Awareness Month Dr. Raquel Martin opens up about the healing power of building…
Beyoncé
May 1, 2026
Ahead of Beyoncé's return to the Met Gala red carpet on Monday, we have rounded up her looks through the…
Megan Thee Stallion, theGrio.com
April 30, 2026
After Megan Thee Stallion announced her split from NBA player Klay Thompson, the internet was flooded with revealing takes.
Dr. Pierre Johnson, fibroids, Black maternal health, theGrio.com
April 29, 2026
In this exclusive, board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Pierre Johnson opens up about the life-saving procedure and the prevalence of fibroids.
April 29, 2026
As part of commemorating April, Sexual Assault Awareness month, Gabrielle Union is opening up about her 34-year healing journey.
April 28, 2026
As spring arrives, so does a fresh crop of extravagant prom send-offs and the resulting discourse. 
Cynthia Erivo, Dracula, theGrio.com
April 28, 2026
Cynthia Erivo had to pause her one-woman performance of the play “Dracula” after an attendee caught recording. 
Misty Copeland, theGrio.com
April 27, 2026
The Misty Copeland Foundation to host its inaugural Spring Benefit with star-studded co-chairs benefitting under-resourced communities.