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About Maiysha Kai

Maiysha Kai is a columnist and Lifestyle Editor for theGrio, covering all things Black and beautiful. Her work is informed by two decades’ experience in the fashion and entertainment industries, a love of great books and aesthetics, and the indomitable brilliance of Black culture.

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BAFTA Film Awards 2023, Red Carpet Arrivals, celebrity style, awards season, thegrio.com
February 20, 2023
As awards season marches on, so do major red carpet moments. So, who were the winners across the pond at…
Pre-Grammys Parties, Grammys 2023, Usher, Dr. Dre, theGrio.com
February 5, 2023
Almost as exciting as the 2023 Grammys is the array of festivities that precede it, hosted and attended by some…
theGrio Fit, fitness, exercise, lifting weights, weightlifting, stretching, fitness goals, theGrio.com
January 25, 2023
The final week of theGrio Fit's January jumpstart shares tips on the myriad benefits of lifting weights — and getting a…
Ayobami Adebayo, Writing Black, Nigerian author, Black writers, theGrio.com
January 24, 2023
Ayobami Adebayo, author of the acclaimed debut "Stay With Me," returns with a new novel about family, class and power…
Tia Mowry, WeightWatchers, WW, theGrio.com
January 21, 2023
As Mowry moves into a new phase of life, the multi-hyphenate celeb is partnering with WeightWatchers to share how she…
TheGrio Fit, mini-workouts, lunch break workout, kettlebells theGrio.com
January 18, 2023
In week four of theGrio Fit series, learn how to make even mini-workouts count toward your new year's fitness goals.
2023 Critics Choice Awards, red carpet, awards season, theGrio.com
January 16, 2023
Angela Bassett, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and 'Abbott Elementary' were among the night's big winners, building on their awards season momentum.
Charlayne Hunter-Gault, My People, Writing Black, theGrio.com
January 15, 2023
Civil rights icon and acclaimed journalist Charlayne Hunter-Gault joins Maiysha Kai to discuss her career and latest book, 'My People.'
Fitness, Exercise, theGrio Fit Core Strength, theGrio.com
January 11, 2023
Looking to upgrade your fitness this year? Whether lifting weights or increasing cardiovascular activity, core strength is key!
theGrio Fit, weight loss, losing weight, fitness goals theGrio.com
January 4, 2023
While weight loss isn't on everyone’s list of resolutions, staying active should be. TheGrio Fit can help you meet those…
best black books 2022
December 21, 2022
In need of a last-minute gift? We suggest a book by a Black author—and we've compiled a list of our…
African American depression, suicide among Black people theGrio.com
December 19, 2022
The death of beloved entertainer tWitch reflects an increasing crisis of self-harm among African-Americans.
How to take a sabbatical theGrio.com
December 15, 2022
What would your career look like if you were able to take a sanctioned time out? A sabbatical might be…
2022 Soul Train Awards theGrio.com
November 28, 2022
In a weekend full of celebrations, the 2022 Soul Train Awards joined theGrio Awards in celebrating Black achievement.
2022 CFDA Awards theGrio.com
November 8, 2022
Lenny Kravitz, Virgil Abloh, Law Roach, and more were honored at the "Oscars of Fashion," also known as the 2022…
Sephora Holiday Savings Event 2022 theGrio.com
October 29, 2022
From Black-owned brands to rare beauty bundles, Sephora's annual event is a highly anticipated attraction for good reason.
Black Panther Wakanda Forever Premiere Red Carpet theGrio.com
October 27, 2022
Vibranium violet was one of the evening's colors on the purple carpet of the "Wakanda Forever" world premiere in Hollywood.
Kanye West Adidas theGrio.com
October 25, 2022
After anti-Semitic remarks that have drawn praise from neo-Nazis, Adidas is the latest of Kanye's collaborators to cut ties.
WACO Wearable Art Gala theGrio.com
October 24, 2022
In Los Angeles, Black style statements took over the red carpets of the 5th Annual WACO Wearable Art Gala and…
TheGrio Awards 2022 theGrio.com
October 23, 2022
TheGrio Awards' inaugural celebration attracted luminaries from the worlds of entertainment, politics, social justice, and more.