About Mariel Turner

Mariel Turner is a writer for theGrio. The Detroit native previously worked for Us Weekly, EBONY Magazine and KTLA 5 News, and strives to find the intersection between entertainment and social issues. In her free time, Mariel enjoys traveling, reading and all things Beyoncé. Follow her @mariel_turner on X & Instagram.

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28th Annual Pan African Film And Arts Festival - Opening Night Premiere Of "HERO"
April 14, 2021
Amin Joseph told theGrio exclusively that he may not agree with his Snowfall character's desire for revenge, but he understands…
April 7, 2021
Snowfall's Kevin Carroll and Michael Hyatt say that Alton's choice to speak with a reporter was motivated by his drive…
April 2, 2021
Travel influencer Jessica Nabongo says that anyone could live the type of life she was built for herself—if they'd only…
April 1, 2021
Tia Mowry, Loretta Devine and Anthony Alabi say Family Reunion part three will tackle important topics, including emotional vulnerability.
March 31, 2021
Timbaland and Swizz Beatz are opening up about the future of Verzuz following its acquisition, plus revealing their favorite battles.
March 24, 2021
Isaiah John has had to dig deep emotionally during this season of Snowfall, showcasing Leon's complicated journey through guilt and…
March 5, 2021
Jermaine Fowler and Teyana Taylor took inspiration from their co-stars, who starred in the 1988 film, for their roles in…
Coming 2 America thegrio.com
March 4, 2021
Eddie Murphy tells theGrio he didn't feel any pressure to live up to the original film, instead viewing 'Coming 2…
Coming 2 America thegrio.com
March 4, 2021
theGrio is running down the top things to keep an eye out for while tuning into 'Coming 2 America' this…
February 24, 2021
Known for playing the adorable Cherie on the '80s sitcom Punky Brewster, Johnson has stepped into her character's shoes once…
February 15, 2021
Larry Wilmore is adding historian to his resume with the release of his newest project, Amend: The Fight for America.
BET Presents The 51st NAACP Image Awards - Red Carpet
January 25, 2021
Michael B. Jordan says Hollywood's shutdown due to coronavirus pandemic caused him to reassess and refocus.
Premiere Of Samuel Goldwyn Films' "A Boy. A Girl. A Dream." - Red Carpet
January 11, 2021
Meagan Good is a veteran actress with a 25-year career in the industry, but that doesn't mean she wasn't nervous…
December 23, 2020
As 2020 comes to an end, Tia Mowry-Hardrict is focused on family and following in the footsteps of her mother…
December 16, 2020
theGrio sat down with Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker to discuss the beauty of giving back to others and…
Saks Fifth Avenue And Starz Celebrate The Final Season Of "Power"
November 20, 2020
La La Anthony told theGrio exclusively how she's adapting her holiday plans amid the pandemic and why self-confidence is so…
Black Militia Group Holds March In Louisville
November 3, 2020
John Jay Fitzgerald Johnson, leader of NFAC, is taking a strong stance against voter intimidation of the Black community
November 2, 2020
The 2020 election may be around the corner, but Kerry Washington isn't slowing down on her advocacy for voting efforts.
October 30, 2020
Kemba Smith Pradia is using her voice to advocate for voting rights for formerly incarcerated people after serving over six…
October 19, 2020
Tia Mowry spoke with theGrio about her plans for Anser, how her family fuels her fire and her experience returning…