Quinci LeGardye
Quinci is a Culture Writer at Marie Claire, where she specializes in writing pieces and helping to strategize editorial content across TV, movies, music, books, theater, performing arts, and Internet and pop culture. She contributes interviews with talent, filmmakers, below-the-line workers, and authors, as well as SEO content, features, and trend stories. She fell in love with storytelling at a young age, and after crafting her own stories as a child (including amateur novels, fanfiction, and screenplays), she discovered her love for cultural criticism and amplifying awareness for underrepresented storytellers across the arts. Television is Quinci’s greatest passion, and she spends countless hours catching up on the latest releases and returning to cozy favorites, from The Simpsons to Half & Half to Extraordinary Attorney Woo. She believes that entertainment journalism and criticism can help influence Hollywood by holding up a mirror to the hidden biases and stereotypes perpetuated in the media. When critics engage viewers to think more deeply about what they’re watching, either through a full thinkpiece or one line in an explainer, then audiences can demand more nuanced, empathetic art from studios and streamers. (She also agrees with Parasite director Bong Joon-ho that Americans need to overcome the one-inch barrier of subtitles and explore the superb world of international media.)
Prior to joining Marie Claire in 2021, she began her journalism career covering local and state politics, with an emphasis on mental health in Black communities, before pivoting to focus on culture journalism full-time. She also previously served as the weekend editor for Harper’s Bazaar, where she covered breaking news and live events for the brand’s website, and helped run the brand’s social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. In her three years (and counting) as a freelance culture journalist, Quinci has contributed reviews, profiles, features, recaps, and personal essays for outlets including HuffPost, The A.V. Club, Elle, Vulture, Salon, Cultured Mag, Teen Vogue, Polygon, Catapult, and others. Quinci was a 2021 Eugene O’Neill Critics Institute fellow and is a graduate of Poynter’s Power of Diverse Voices. She is also a member of the Television Critics Association.
Quinci earned her degree in English and Psychology from The University of New Mexico, with a concentration in Creative Writing. She is currently based in her hometown of Los Angeles. When she isn't writing or checking Twitter way too often, you can find her studying Korean while watching the latest K-drama, recommending her favorite shows and films to family and friends, or giving a concert performance while sitting in L.A. traffic.
Latest articles by Quinci LeGardye
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'Emilia Pérez' Star Karla Sofía Gascón Dedicates the Film's Golden Globe Win to the Trans Community: "Raise Your Voice"
The movie took home the coveted trophy for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.
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Demi Moore Celebrates First-Ever Major Award Win at the 2025 Golden Globes as a "Marker of My Wholeness"
After 45 years in the industry and a producer told her 30 years ago she was only "a popcorn actress," the star took home a trophy.
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'Nobody Wants This' Stars Reunite and Tease Season 2 at the 2025 Golden Globes
Justine Lupe exclusively tells 'Marie Claire' the next installment of the Netflix series is "giving the people what they want."
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'Squid Game' Season 2 Is Finally Here—Meet the All-Star Cast Entering the Deadly Competition
Several familiar faces return, while some of K-pop's biggest stars join the Netflix series.
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Everything to Know About the 'Selling the City' Cast, From Their Real Estate Chops to Their Celebrity Exes
Netflix's latest 'Selling Sunset' spinoff is full of stellar listings, sleek fashion, and some surprising name drops.
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'Missing You' Includes a Surprise Cameo From One of the U.K.'s Biggest TikTok Stars—Here's What to Know About GK Barry
The influencer, whose real name is Grace Keeling, makes her acting debut on the new Netflix thriller series.
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Meet Mary Malone, Who Proudly Added a "Rich Complexity" to Her Breakout Role as Aqua in Netflix's 'Missing You'
The rising star is being hailed for her performance in the must-watch Harlan Coben thriller series.
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The 2025 Golden Globes Are Just Days Away—Here's Everything to Know About the Ceremony Including How to Watch
Awards season has officially begun!
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These Are the Most-Anticipated Korean Films Coming in 2025—From a 'Kill Boksoon' Spinoff to Bong Joon-ho's Latest
Get excited, cinephiles.
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'Squid Game' Season 2 Brings Back Gong Yoo as the Slap-Happy Recruiter—Here's What to Know About the Korean Superstar
Features Fans are raving about the actor's performance in the new season of the Netflix hit.
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Meet Choi Seung-hyun, the Controversial Korean Actor and Former K-Pop Idol Who Plays Thanos in 'Squid Game' Season 2
Much like his character on the Netflix hit, he's a retired rapper with a scandalous past.
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Breaking Down the Devastating Ending of 'Squid Game' Season 2—And What It Means for Season 3
Raise your hand if the finale left you feeling totally crushed.
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Jo Yu-ri Fought For Her 'Squid Game' Role. Now She’s Ready For the International Stage
The actress and K-pop soloist discusses playing Jun-hee on the Netflix hit’s second season.
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Rewatching 'Squid Game' Ahead of the Season 2 Premiere? Here's What to Know About the Season 1 Cast
Features Before you meet the new players, here's a refresher on the first set of breakout stars and their characters.
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Before You Binge Season 2, Here's What to Remember From the 'Squid Game' Season 1 Ending
Features The Netflix hit is finally back after a long, three-year wait.
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The 42 Best 2000s TV Shows to Binge-Watch All Over Again
From memorable sitcoms to iconic HBO dramas.
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There's No Shortage of Suspense in the Best Thrillers of 2024
Features From crime dramas to serial killer movies, these will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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Netflix's 'Beef' Is Officially Coming Back As an Anthology with Another Cast of A-Listers Facing Off
Here's what to know about the return of the Emmy-winning hit.
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The Best Horror Movies of 2024 Feature Some of the Next Great Scream Queen Performances
Features From hits like 'The Substance' to indie darlings that became box-office success stories.
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Chanel and Micah Skipped 'The Ultimatum' Season 3 Reunion—Are They Still Together After Leaving the Show?
The couple have shared a telling update on their relationship status.
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'Tell Me Lies' Is Officially Getting a Season 3—Here's Where the Hulu Drama's Plot Could Go Next
We literally can't wait to see the fallout of Stephen's life-ruining reveal.
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'The Ultimatum' Stars Aria and Scotty Reveal What They Decided Was Best After Their Emotional Rollercoaster on the Show
Fans are experiencing whiplash after watching the couple in Netflix series' finale and reunion.
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Here's What Sandy and Nick Have to Say About Their Relationship Following 'The Ultimatum' Season 3
Fans had a lot of thoughts on the Netflix reality show's most controversial couple.
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Vanessa and Dave Appeared at 'The Ultimatum' Season 3 Reunion—Did They Get Engaged After Their Abrupt Exit?
The influencer and the copywriter returned to clear the air after quitting the Netflix reality show early.
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Caleb and Mariah Seemed Like the Best Chance at Happily-Ever-After on 'The Ultimatum' Season 3—Did They End Up Together?
They might be evidence of how the reality show's experiment is actually supposed to work.
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Before the Year Is Out, Learn Something New By Watching the 30 Best Documentaries of 2024
Features These will make you see the world (and several celebrities) very differently.
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'Black Doves' Season 2 Is Already Confirmed—Here's What We Know About Helen's Next Espionage Mission
After that cliffhanger, the Netflix series starring Keira Knightley could go anywhere.
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