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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

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April 27, 2026
Chris Brown’s history of violence is making it challenging for some to support his upcoming tour with Usher.
April 24, 2026
Emma Grede dropped the book “Start With Yourself” on Tuesday, April 14, and has launched a viral book tour.
April 24, 2026
New data reveal that rates of suicide declined for America’s youth and young adults after the 988 hotline launched. 
April 23, 2026
In this exclusive interview, Trevor Jackson opens up about how healing from a breakup after a six-year relationship led to…
Ashley Everett, Virgin Voyages, influencers, content creators, theGrio.com
April 23, 2026
Virgin Voyages responds after former Beyoncé dance captain Ashley Everett called them out and then apologized.
Kiara Brokenbrough, Joel Brokenbrough, Black Maternal Health, Black maternal mortality rate, theGrio.com
April 23, 2026
Kiara Brokenbrough and Joel Brokenbrough who made headlines for their 2022 cost-effective nuptials were welcoming their first child.
Spirit Airlines, Travel, theGrio.com
April 22, 2026
“How much you need Spirit?” Black travelers and customers react to the news that Spirit Airlines may be headed for…
Rep. Summer Lee, theGrio.com
April 21, 2026
Rep. Summer Lee grilled HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on the impact that anti-DEI has had on Black maternal…
April 21, 2026
Ashley Everett joins a long list of Black women who have been policed while traveling or while taking up space…
Dr. Lisa Saul, Black Maternal Health, Black Maternal Health Week, theGrio.com
April 17, 2026
Dr. Lisa Saul opens up about how she stays motivated, life-saving doula care, and more during Black Maternal Health Week. 
Virginia Lt. Governor Justin Fairfax thegrio.com
April 17, 2026
Former Lt. Governor of Virginia Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife, Dr. Cerina Wanzer Fairfax, and himself on Thursday. 
April 16, 2026
Erica Jimenez is claiming racial discrimination after being denied access to a California Black infant program.
April 16, 2026
Alycia Baumgardner is gearing up to face off with South Korean fighter Bo Mi Re Shin on Friday at Madison…
Preeclampsia, Black maternal health, theGrio.com
April 15, 2026
The Preeclampsia Foundation and Preeclampsia Foundation Canada announce four grants specifically targeting preeclampsia in Black women.
April 15, 2026
The discourse around Ashlee Jenae speaks to something much deeper about how prevalent violence is against Black women. 
April 14, 2026
Influencer and “Love and Hip Hop Miami” star Pinkydoll reveals she’s dealing with more health complications.
WNBA draft, theGrio.com
April 14, 2026
The 2026 WNBA draft saw 45 players join the league as the official new class, ushering in a groundbreaking era.
April 13, 2026
The 10th annual Black Maternal Health Week is officially underway after a kickoff walk and virtual pep rally.
April 13, 2026
Gabourey Sidibe’s recent response to backlash around her toddlers' hair arrives at a time as we’re being less curated online. 
Andra Day, Jeff Evans, theGrio.com
April 10, 2026
Andra Day receives a major victory in her ongoing legal battle with former manager Jeffrey Evans over the alleged theft…