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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

Sara Elise, A Recipe for More, Black neurodivergent, Black queer women, Black gender queer, Black abundance, soft life, Black mental health, Mental health awareness month, theGrio.com
May 11, 2023
New York-based pleasure doula Sara Elise chats with theGrio about her debut release, “A Recipe for More.”
Halle Bailey, Little Mermaid premiere, Disney's "The Little Mermaid", red carpet, red carpet style, Black Hollywood, Black celebrities, Black style, Black fashion, theGrio.com
May 9, 2023
From ocean blues to corals and metallics, Black Hollywood brought its ”Under the Sea” best to the premiere of "The…
Gabrielle Union on motherhood, Black mothers, Black motherhood, Mother's Day, theGrio.com
May 4, 2023
From buzzworthy pregnancy reveals to “mom guilt” and everything in between, we break down what we’ve learned from Black celebrity…
Mother's Day Gift Guide, Black-owned Mother's Day gift guide, Black-owned brands, Black mothers, theGrio.com
May 2, 2023
Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 14, so theGrio has compiled 12 gift ideas from Black-owned brands. 
4/20, cannabis, cbd, Black-owned cannabis brands, Black-owned weed brands, Cannabis wellness, Black health and wellness, theGrio.com
April 20, 2023
As common perceptions of cannabis evolve, there are many ways to support Black businesses on 4/20 and through this growing…
Black Maternal Health Week Black doulas Black midwives Black health and wellness Black birthing person theGrio.com
April 17, 2023
The CEO of the National Black Doulas Association details some of the challenges that Black doulas are up against.
Black Maternal Health Week Black Mamas Matter Alliance Black Maternal care theGrio.com
April 11, 2023
Now in its sixth year, we need Black Maternal Health Week more than ever. Here's what's at stake — and…
April 6, 2023
ViiV Healthcare launches new Black women’s health activity books with a star-studded dinner party.
Renaldo Webb PetPlate Black founder Black pet parents theGrio.com
March 26, 2023
TheGrio sits down with Renaldo Webb, who is on a mission to bring better food to dogs as the founder…
Law Roach retires Black fashion stylist Black fashion red carpet style theGrio.com
March 15, 2023
Law Roach’s supposed retirement will be a huge loss to the industry.
Black health black women and ozempic obesity diabetes theGrio.com
March 11, 2023
Ozempic treats diabetes and obesity, two diseases that disproportionately impact Black people and remain severely misunderstood. 
Yvette Nicole Brown, obesity, It's Bigger Than Me, Black health, theGrio.com
March 2, 2023
‘Community’ and ‘Act Your Age’ actress Yvette Nicole Brown opens up about her own journey with obesity and body positivity.
Eli Lilly insulin price cap black with diabetes black health and wellness theGrio.com
March 1, 2023
The pharmaceutical giant is also expanding a program that caps insulin at $35.
Adja Toure Real Girlfriends in Paris theGrio.com
February 14, 2023
Bravo’s “Real Girlfriends in Paris” star Adja Toure divulges what it was like to fall in love in the "City…
Penda N'Diaye Black love theGrio lifestyle theGrio.com
February 14, 2023
Whether coupled or solo, Senegalese-American sex guru Penda N’diaye shares how we can achieve greater intimacy this Valentine’s Day.
HIV/AIDS National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day theGrio.com
February 7, 2023
As another National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is commemorated today, we reflect on the strides made to eradicate the disease…
Irene Cara theGrio.com
February 3, 2023
The late Oscar-winning “Fame” and “Flashdance” singer and actress died of hypertension and high cholesterol. 
Nyakio Grieco African Beauty theGrio.com
February 1, 2023
African Beauty entrepreneur Nyakio Grieco helps us understand how well we already know A-beauty and the origins of some of…
Color of Change #CareForBlackHair theGrio.com
January 19, 2023
#CareForBlackHair was launched in response to an NIH study that found an increase in cancers in Black women who frequently…
New Year Fatigue theGrio.com
January 9, 2023
Here are some helpful tips on removing the pressure of the “new year, new you” mentality so your resolutions don't…