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About Kay Wicker

Kay Wicker is a senior lifestyle and culture reporter at theGrio, where she covers the multifaceted ways Black people live and enjoy their lives, focusing on health, wellness, travel, beauty, art, 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

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…
Black-owned brands, new year's wellness goals, theGrio.com
December 27, 2022
We've rounded up 14 different products by Black-owned brands to help jumpstart your wellness goals.
Inflation holiday shopping theGrio.com
December 23, 2022
Planning to get your holiday shopping in this weekend or to hit the stores Monday? These tips will keep inflation…
Last minute gift guide, holiday gift guide, theGrio.com
December 22, 2022
Running behind on your list? We’ve gathered 11 gifts from Black-owned brands for last-minute gift-giving this holiday season.
Sober Christmas party, theGrio.com
December 19, 2022
The founder of the Sober Black Girls Club shares tips on how to ensure everybody at the party has a…
Black couples gifts, Black Love, Holiday gift guide, theGrio.com
December 14, 2022
Gifts to help create a lover’s holiday for the special someones in your life.
Keke Palmer, PCOS, theGrio.com
December 8, 2022
Keke Palmer’s pregnancy announcement was a spark of hope for those who understand the challenges of PCOS. An expert explains…
holiday gifts for men Gifts for him Holiday theGrio.com
December 8, 2022
If you know a man who’s hard to shop for, these Black brands have got your back.
Pet Holiday Gift Guide, Black-owned pet brands, theGrio.com
December 6, 2022
Looking for a present for your pet? We’ve rounded up 12 top gifts from Black-owned pet brands. 
Holiday Gift Guide, Liquor Gift Guide, Cannabis Gift Guide, theGrio.com
December 2, 2022
12 top gifts by Black brands for the connoisseurs of both liquor and cannabis in your life. 
Grandparents gift guide theGrio.com
December 1, 2022
What do you get the generations who’ve done it all? In this gift guide, we’ve rounded up 12 top gifts…
living with diabetes Diabetes Awareness theGrio.com
November 28, 2022
Two Black women share their stories of living with diabetes — a disease 96 million Americans are at risk of…
Grown Folks Gift Guide 2022 theGrio.com
November 18, 2022
Holiday gift ideas for your mama-dukes, dads, uncles, aunts, older cousins — the “grown folks” in your life.
Portrait of the Nation Gala 2022 Red Carpet, theGrio.com
November 14, 2022
The biennial ceremony recognizes Americans for their contributions to society.
Rihanna Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 4 theGrio.com
November 10, 2022
Being invited to walk in the Savage X Fenty Vol. 4 show proved an empowering moment for many of its…
Allyson Felix Byron Allen theGrio Awards red carpet theGrio.com
November 8, 2022
Allyson Felix’s ongoing fight for reproductive protections is a sharp reminder of what’s at stake as Americans head to the…