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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

Lupita Nyong'o, uterine fibroids, Black women's health, Black health and wellness, theGrio.com
February 26, 2026
Lupita Nyong’o is speaking out about uterine fibroids and how little research has been done on noninvasive treatments. 
Misty Copeland, theGrio.com
February 25, 2026
Misty Copeland is sharing an update after undergoing hip replacement just weeks after she took her final bow in October…
Tyra Banks, Smize & Dream, theGrio.com
February 25, 2026
Tyra Banks and her partner Louis Bélanger-Martin were originally sued in October 2025 after a landlord alleged they backed out…
Kevaughn Goldson, Denita Jackson, Missouri, crime, theGrio.com
February 25, 2026
Prosecutors allege Kevaughn Goldson was involved in a volatile relationship with Denitia Jackson leading up to the deadly fight.  
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Jordan, theGrio.com
February 25, 2026
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announced they were headed to Jordan for a humanitarian trip focused on global aid.
John Davidson, BAFTAs, theGrio.com
February 25, 2026
John Davidson is speaking out and condemning the language after he yelled out the n-word as an involuntary tic during…
Sterling K. Brown, Black hollywood, Black celebrity children, theGrio.com
February 24, 2026
Sterling K. Brown reveals why he takes a unique approach to social media with his two sons, Amaré and Andrew.
February 24, 2026
President Donald Trump has a history of taking swipes and making unfair statements about Michelle and Barack Obama. 
Isaac Hayes, thegrio.com
February 24, 2026
 Isaac Hayes’ family first launched a lawsuit against Trump in 2024, alleging they used “Hold On, I’m Coming,” over 130…
Kerry Washington, eating disorders, Black health and wellness, theGrio.com
February 24, 2026
Kerry Washington, who has struggled with an eating disorder for much of her adult life, opens up about her lifelong…
Slur BAFTA, Delroy Lindo BAFTA, Michael B Jordan BAFTA, N-word BAFTA theGrio.com
February 24, 2026
A source with Warner Bros. is claiming the company has questions after the racial slur made it past the BAFTAs…
Abdallah Diaby, New York City, crime, theGrio.com
February 23, 2026
21-year-old Abdallah Diaby was arrested and charged in connection with an early morning robbery on Dec. 1 at  4Gseller boutique…
Ahmaud Arbery, theGrio.com
February 23, 2026
The Ahmaud Arbery Foundation is hosting its annual run in Ahmaud Arbery’s honor after he was killed five years ago.
Jamie Foxx, Michael B. Jordan, Delroy Lindo, BAFTAs, Tourette Syndrome, theGrio.com
February 23, 2026
Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were presenting during Sunday evening's BAFTAs when the n-word was yelled at them.
King Harris, 50 Cent, T.I., Tiny, theGrio.com
February 23, 2026
King Harris posted a lengthy rant in response to 50 Cent mocking his mom Tiny amid fresh online beef with…
Kara Braxto, WNBA, theGrio.com
February 23, 2026
Kara Braxton was a decorated WNBA who played for the Detroit Shock, Phoenix Mercury, and New York Liberty across the…
Shanteari Young, theGrio.com
February 20, 2026
In 2022, Shanteari Young shot her husband, James Weems, for sexually abusing children at her daycare center in Baltimore. 
Ebony Haith
February 20, 2026
Ebony Haith, who starred on cycle one of “America’s Next Top Model” opens up about her experience and where she…
Tyra Banks, Sherri Shepherd, America's Next Top model, theGrio.com
February 20, 2026
Sherri Shepherd addresses the backlash at Tyra Banks following “Reality Check” and shares insights into the entertainment industry.
Lil Jon, Nathan Smith, theGrio.com
February 20, 2026
Lil Jon’s 27-year-old son, Nathan, was reported missing earlier this month before his body was later found.