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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October 2, 2020
Alfonso Ribeiro is gearing up for Halloween with his family and prepping for the release of the "Fresh Prince of…
October 1, 2020
Mike Johnson is unpacking his self-love journey, and adding published author to his resume, with the release of Making The…
Lexus Uptown Honors Hollywood
September 2, 2020
TheGrio sat down with Larenz Tate to discuss some of his biggest Hollywood moments, including 1997's Love Jones, and his…
WE tv Celebrates The Return Of "Love After Lockup" With Panel "Real Love: Relationship Reality TV's Past, Present
August 31, 2020
In an exclusive interview with theGrio, Rachel Lindsay says she wasn't ready for the some of the surprising moments of…
Senate Judiciary Committee Holds Hearing on Covid-19 Risks in Jails
August 28, 2020
In an exclusive interview with theGrio, Cory Booker revealed that he is not interested in a possible Biden administration cabinet…
Republicans Hold Virtual 2020 National Convention
August 25, 2020
Georgia State Rep. Vernon Jones launched into an impassioned speech against the Democratic party at the Republican National Convention.
August 18, 2020
President Donald Trump issued a response on Tuesday to Michelle Obama's powerful condemnation of his administration.
August 17, 2020
Rapper MC Lyte has filed from divorce from her estranged husband, John Wyche, three years after the couple tied the…
August 3, 2020
Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles confirmed her relationship with NFL player Jonathan Owens in a series of social media snaps…
July 29, 2020
Malik B, one of the founding members of the hip-hop group The Roots, has died at the age of 47,…
Arkansas Senate Candidate Tom Cotton Attends Election Night Party With Supporters
July 23, 2020
Republican Senator Tom Cotton introduced a piece of legislation that will prohibit the use of federal funds to teach The…
2018 Soul Train Awards - Red Carpet
July 22, 2020
Al B. Sure revealed on Wednesday that he and Kim Porter, who died unexpectedly in November 2018 from pneumonia, were…
Premiere Of Hulu's "The Handmaid's Tale" Season 2 - Red Carpet
July 21, 2020
In an exclusive interview with theGrio, O.T. Fagbenle is dishing on his newest Hulu series, Maxxx, and his mysterious role…
Baltimore Ravens v Miami Dolphins
July 9, 2020
Mark Ingram Jr. revealed that he is prepped for the return of NFL training camp but also wants to maintain…
Red Carpet Event For FX's "Pose" - Roaming Carpet
July 8, 2020
In an exclusive interview with theGrio, Steven Canals opens up about Hollywood success, Pose season 3 and support for Black,…
June 30, 2020
Katori Hall developed her new Starz series, "P-Valley," with the goal of shedding light on the world of stripping—and the…
June 26, 2020
Rapper Huey, best known for his hit 2006 single "Pop, Lock & Drop It," has reportedly died at the age…
June 25, 2020
A Black couple who recently relocated to Puerto Rico are desperately fighting to regain custody of their son after the…
June 17, 2020
Boston City Councilor Andrea Campbell, Flagstaff Mayor Coral Evans and Boston City Councilor Lydia Edwards address COVID-19 and social justice.
June 11, 2020
In an exclusive interview with theGrio, Governor Gavin Newsom is doubling down on his commitment to social justice reform in…