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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Some of the Best Movies of 2024 Have Hailed From Korea—Here's What Should Be on Your Watchlist
Features We rounded up the must-watch Korean films of the year.
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Netflix Has Renewed 'The Boyfriend,' One This Year's Best New Reality Shows, for Season 2
Here's what we know about the return of the groundbreaking Japanese series.
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This Year's Christmas TV Specials Include a Sabrina Carpenter Celebration, Beyoncé's Halftime Show, and More
Here's when to watch every festive, red-hot performance airing throughout December.
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The Best Comedies of 2024 Will Make You Laugh, Cry, and Call Everyone You Love
Features From 'Saturday Night' to 'Y2K,' these are the must-watch comedies of the year.
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Meet the L.A.-Based Influencers Who Make Up the Cast of 'The Ultimatum' Season 3
The divisive Netflix hit is back to ask a new set of couples whether they'll marry or move on.
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The Cast of 'The Sex Lives of College Girls' Proved Just How Quickly They Bonded This Season
Alyah Chanelle Scott, Pauline Chalamet, Gracie Lawrence, and Mia Rodgers play 'How Well Do You Know Your Co-Star?'
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ROSÉ Is Forging a New Path for K-Pop Idols Going Solo
With her debut album 'rosie,' the BLACKPINK artist has released the most vulnerable album from a K-pop star yet.
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Huge Reality TV News Just Dropped That Could Change Your Favorite Shows Forever
The labor practices on 'Love is Blind' are being questioned by a federal agency.
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'Black Doves' Stars Keira Knightley as a Deadly Spy—Meet the Rest of the Stellar Cast in Her Underground Operation
Everyone is going to be talking about this new Netflix thriller series.
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'Rugged Rugby: Conquer or Die' Gives the Sport the 'Physical: 100' Treatment—Here's What to Know About the Athletes
If you're looking for a new reality series to binge, look no further than this Korean competition show on Netflix.
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Netflix's Most Divisive Reality Show 'The Ultimatum' Is Back—Here's When New Episodes Come Out
The 'Love Is Blind' sister show follows six couples through a brutal test of commitment.
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Mark Demands Answers—And Sets Out to Find His Missing Wife—In the Gripping 'Severance' Season 2 Trailer
Are you ready to clock back into work at Lumon?
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'Mr. and Mrs. Smith' Will Return for Season 2—With Some Major Changes
Here's what we know about the future of Prime Video's sexy spy series.
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25 Romantic Shows on Netflix That’ll Make You Swoon Even If Dating Has You Down
Features Look no further for heart-stopping, heartwarming romance.
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We Got the Girls of TWICE to Curate Their Dream Playlist and Music Festival Lineup For Us
With their new mini-album 'STRATEGY' out, the K-pop girl group opens up about their musical preferences for the 'Marie Claire' series "Listen Up."
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The Game Isn't Over Yet—Here's Everything We Know About 'Squid Game' Season 2
Features The hit Netflix K-drama is coming back later this month.
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Two of 'The Later Daters' Found Love on the Netflix Dating Show—Are the Couples Still Together Today?
Plus, which cast member got engaged after filming!
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'The Madness' Is a Chilling, Must-Watch Conspiracy Thriller—We Break Down Its Hopeful Ending
Netflix's new miniseries stars Colman Domingo as a man framed for a gruesome murder.
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Netflix's 'The Later Daters' Shows Romance Is Still Sexy Later in Life—Meet the Charming Senior Cast
The Michelle Obama-produced reality show follows singles in their 50s, 60s, and 70s as they look for love.
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Don't Stress, Self-Help Books Are No Longer Shameful—I Found the Best Ones
A new generation of the genre are making sure to offer realistic, practical advice on cooking, cleaning, and living well.
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If You Loved 'Squid Game,' Your Next Favorite Korean Drama on Netflix Is On This List
Features Netflix boasts an extensive library of K-dramas.
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'Cross' Is a Must-Watch Crime Thriller—And Season 2 Is Already on the Way
The Prime Video series starring Aldis Hodge was greenlit for more episodes before season 1 even premiered.
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Netflix's 'The Empress' Brings the Hapsburgs to Life—Meet the Stars Playing the 19th Century Royals
The German period drama about the life and reign of Empress Elisabeth of Austria is back for a must-watch season 2.
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2024's Best True-Crime Series and Documentaries Are Full of Cults, Scams, and Horrible Exes
Features Are you ready to play armchair detective?
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Every Clue We Can Gather About 'The Traitors' Season 3
It's almost time to return to the castle.
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Meet Mia Rodgers, the Witty Brit Making Waves on 'The Sex Lives of College Girls' Season 3
Taylor is one of several new students on the Essex College campus this season.
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Calling All Adrenaline Junkies: These Are the Best Action Films of 2024
Features From 'Furiosa' to 'Gladiator II,' here are the year's best in pulse-pounding action.
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