About Natasha S. Alford

Natasha S. Alford is an award-winning journalist, filmmaker, and media executive driven by the power of storytelling. As the Senior Vice President of theGrio, Natasha leads a newsroom that tells stories that inspire and inform. Follow her on social media at @natashasalford across all platforms.

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Paul Tazwell oscars
March 2, 2025
Paul Tazewell makes history as the first Black male costume designer to win an Oscar for Best Costume Design at…
Cynthia Erivo Oscars
March 2, 2025
Cynthia Erivo opened the Oscars with a breathtaking performance of The Wiz classic "Home," paying homage to Stephanie Mills and…
hazel dukes death
March 1, 2025
Civil rights icon Dr. Hazel Dukes, former NAACP president and Harlem activist, passes away at 92, leaving a legacy of…
February 27, 2025
Chef Carla Hall opens up about fighting for her shot to interview Carol Burnett, and proving her worth in TV…
February 26, 2025
Discover Spice Harmony Yoga, a Black-owned and family-run yoga studio in Grenada offering a unique, healing escape.
Sean Diddy Combs, theGrio.com
February 2, 2025
Sean "Diddy" Combs was reportedly transported from prison to a Brooklyn hospital for a knee injury while awaiting trial on…
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February 2, 2025
The surprise announcement we all were waiting for hit the superstar’s Instagram early this morning and has fans buzzing. It’s…
Tuskegee DEI
January 27, 2025
US Air Force reverses course after removing Tuskegee Airmen video amid Trump DEI ban backlash with Pete Hegseth saying it…
Comedian Dave Chappelle
January 19, 2025
Comedian Dave Chappelle gave a powerful SNL monologue that tackled the Los Angeles wildfires, Jimmy Carter's legacy, Gaza and Trump.
Nelly, theGrio.com
January 19, 2025
Rapper Nelly addresses backlash over performing at Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration, explaining his decision in a Willie D Live interview.
January 17, 2025
Benjamin Crump is stepping up to advocate for the family of Evelyn McClendon, who died in the devastating Los Angeles…
January 15, 2025
When news broke Michelle Obama wasn’t attending Trump’s inauguration, word spread around the internet faster than gossip after a funeral.
thegrio.com, beyonce, cowboy carter, kendrick lamar, gnx, doechii, tyler, black music
January 14, 2025
The megastar Beyoncé has postponed her January 14 surprise announcement to support relief efforts in Los Angeles after wildfires.
maxine waters
January 13, 2025
"Don't use up this precious time to do petty politics," Congresswoman Maxine Waters said in an interview with NewsNation's Chris…
Harlem, Amazon, theGrio.com
January 9, 2025
"Harlem" returns for its third and final season on January 23, delivering juicy drama, unexpected twists, starring Megan Good, Tyler…
Jasmine Crockett DEI Scott Jennings
January 9, 2025
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, had choice words for anyone trying to use DEI as a reason for Los Angeles’ wildfire…
Tricia Hersey - We Will Rest - The Art of Escape
January 7, 2025
Discover Tricia Hersey's new book We Will Rest!—a powerful manifesto on resisting grind culture and embracing rest as a revolutionary…
Reggie Hunter, New Orleans, theGrio.com
January 2, 2025
Reggie Hunter, a beloved father and warehouse manager, was among 15 killed in a tragic New Year’s Day attack on…
Lola Banjo
December 23, 2024
Discover how Lola Banjo, the founder of Silver & Riley, is redefining luxury with her Black-owned brand from timeless bags…
December 18, 2024
The sandwich generation cares for kids and aging parents which is hard on their financial and mental health. Natasha Alford…