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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

Kehlani, Alysa Liu, Olympics, Oakland, theGrio.com
March 13, 2026
Kehlani, Steph Curry, W. Kamau Bell, and more come out to celebrate Olympic figure skating star Alysa Liu after her…
Lil Nas X, theGrio.com
March 13, 2026
Lil Nas X appeared in court on Thursday, March 12 in a battery case stemming from an August 21, 2025,…
Zendaya, Essence Black Women in Hollywood, theGrio.com
March 13, 2026
The 2026 Essence Black Women in Hollywood luncheon brought out some of the brightest Black stars in Hollywood. 
Cardi B, Cardi B butt implants, Cardi B butt injections, Cardi B plastic surgery theGrio.com
March 13, 2026
Cardi B continues celebrating her heritage and delighting during her headline-making 35-date “Little Miss Drama Tour.”
March 12, 2026
In this exclusive interview, “Real Housewives of Potomac” alum Candiace Dillard Bassett opens up about her new era in music…
Jalen Rose, NBA, NCAA, theGrio.com
March 12, 2026
Former NBA player Jalen Rose opens up about his time with the “Fab 5” and how professional sports exploit players.
NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards, New York City, theGrio.com
March 12, 2026
 NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards speaks out after he is hailed a hero for apprehending a bomb suspect on Saturday, March…
Uber womens preference, Uber Women riders preference, Uber women driver prefernece theGrio.com
March 12, 2026
Back riders, including “Love Island USA” star JaNa Craig, give Uber’s new “Women Preferences” features a try.
Jennifer Hudson, Sherri Shepherd, theGrio.com
March 11, 2026
Sherri Shepherd and Kelly Clarkson’s daytime talk shows are ending later this year amid a shakeup in daytime television. 
Ari Lennox, Martin, colorism, theGrio.com
March 11, 2026
Ari Lennox addresses the controversy that kicked off in late July after she shared her thoughts on “Martin” and how…
March 11, 2026
Bam Adebayo and A’Ja Wilson’s latest postgame moment is another example of the couple’s very public support for each other’s…
March 11, 2026
Tina Knowles launches Mama’s Tina Gumbo at the Houston Livestock and Rodeo Show, dishing out bowls of a family recipe.
Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, theGrio.com
March 11, 2026
When Rihanna’s house was struck by gunfire on Sunday, allegedly by Ivana Lisette Ortiz, authorities say it was “premeditated.” 
Jordan Jones, Indoor Football Player killed, crime, Georgia, gun violence, theGrio.com
March 10, 2026
Indoor pro footballer Jordan Jones is being remembered as a “big brother” and “gentle giant” who died defending a woman.
Aisha Tyler, hypertension, high blood pressure, self-care, Black health and wellness, theGrio.com
March 10, 2026
In this exclusive interview, actress Aisha Tyler opens up about her family history with hypertension and how self-care is saving…
Claressa Shields, Shannon Sharpe, boxing, women's boxing, men's boxing, theGrio.com
March 10, 2026
Claressa Shields fires back at Shannon Sharpe after he said she couldn’t beat a man during a recent episode of…
Solange Knowles, Nike, Jacquemus, theGrio.com
March 10, 2026
Jacquemus x Nike have teamed up again to deliver the Moon Shoe, this time with Solange Knowles as the face…
Don Lemon, GLAAD, theGrio.com
March 10, 2026
Don Lemon was arrested on Jan. 30 after covering an anti-ICE protest unfolding in a church in Minneapolis.
Carla Hall, Washington,D.C., Black-owned restaurants, theGrio.com
March 9, 2026
“Top Chef” star Carla Hall is opening her latest restaurant venture, Bumblebirds, in Washington, D.C., after nearly a decade.
SZA, Black mothers, Black maternal health, theGrio.com
March 9, 2026
SZA opened up about whether the “magic and the love” will end with her or if not having children is…