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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The 'Only Murders in the Building' Finale Unveils the Shocking Plot Behind Sazz's Murder—and Sets Up Another Whodunnit
Learn who killed Sazz Pataki, and who's the victim of season 5's murder mystery.
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The 'Love Is Blind' Season 7 Reunion Is Confirmed and You'll Never Believe Which Surprise Couple Is Returning
Here's when to tune in to the special episode.
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Ciao, 'Emily in Rome!'—'Emily in Paris' Is Renewed for Season 5 and Officially Headed to Italy
Here's what we know about the marketing executive's upcoming Roman holiday.
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'Territory' Ends With a Revelation That Means War—Will the Australian Netflix Hit Get a Season 2?
Here's what we know about the future of the binge-worthy series about a family of cattle ranchers.
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Netflix's 'Territory' Is the Australian Answer to 'Succession'—Meet the Talented Cast From Down Under
The intense drama follows a cattle-ranching dynasty with a slice of land the size of Belgium.
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Several 'Love is Blind' Season 7 Couples Were Left on the Cutting Room Floor—Here Is What to Know
Some love birds left the Netflix reality hit together without getting engaged.
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'Breath of Fire' Is Your Next Cult Docuseries Obsession—Here's What to Know About Its Scammer Yogi Subject, Guru Jagat
HBO's latest true-crime doc explores the fall of a celebrity yoga instructor and her mysterious death.
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Marissa Says She "Had No Say" in Her "Jarring" Breakup with Ramses in the 'Love is Blind' Season 7 Finale
It's safe to say the Navy vet and the nonprofit worker had a tumultuous relationship.
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Miyagi-Do Heads to the Biggest Karate Tournament in the World in the 'Cobra Kai' Season 6, Part 2 Trailer
The epic battle will continue with new episodes on Netflix very soon.
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Watch Jasmine Tookes, Josephine Skriver, and Ashley Graham Belt Out a Karaoke Favorite Together
Nothing gets you ready for the spotlight like Shania Twain.
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'Tell Me Lies' Season 2 Villain Oliver Has a Personal Connection to the Show's Creative Team
Here's what to know about Tom Ellis, who played the villain on this season of the Hulu hit.
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Hannah From 'Love Is Blind' Admits to Being "Cruel" to Nick Before Coming to the "Realization" to Call Things Off
The couple was among the most contentious of season 7.
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10 Years Ago, Annalise Keating Took Off Her Wig on 'How to Get Away with Murder' and Made TV History
Looking back on the landmark moment that helped Black women feel more free to take off their armor.
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Lisa Brings Fierce, Rockstar Energy to Open the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
The BLACKPINK singer kicked off the comeback runaway event with a performance of one of her solo singles.
By Sadie Bell Published
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Get Ready for a Second Course of 'Culinary Class Wars'
Here's what we know about the confirmed season 2 of the Korean reality hit.
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Despite Its Major Cliffhangers and Cult Following, Netflix's 'Kaos' Has Been Canceled After One Season
The streaming service may need to prepare to face the wrath of Ares.
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These Are the 100 Films You Have to Watch At Least Once in Your Life
We consider these essential viewing.
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With JJ's True Identity Revealed and Pogues in Danger, 'Outer Banks' Season 4 Isn't Over Yet—Here's When Part 2 Is Out
More episodes are coming to Netflix very soon.
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Here's Where Monica and Stephen Stand After the Shocking Sexting Scandal in 'Love Is Blind' Season 7
It's safe to say the sales exec and the electrician were an unlikely pairing.
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'Culinary Class Wars' Is 'Physical: 100' Meets 'MasterChef'—Meet the Contestants (and Their Restaurants)
The new, must-watch Netflix Korean reality competition pits 100 chefs against each other.
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'The Diplomat' Season 2 Will Land on Netflix This Fall—With a 'West Wing' Alum Joining the Cast
The hit political thriller will pick up moments after that massive cliffhanger.
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'RHONY' Stars Jessel Taank and Brynn Whitfield Say the Engagement Count Is the New Body Count
Watch the fan-favorite Bravolebrities play a game of 'How Well Do You Know Your Co-Star?'
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Lyle and Erik Menendez Will Share What "Hasn’t Been Told" in Netflix Documentary 'The Menendez Brothers'
The convicted murders speak on their case from prison in the new doc, which premieres just weeks after 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.'
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If You Love Reality TV, You Should Be Watching These 25 Hits Hailing From South Korea
'Love Island' and 'Traitors' fans, allow these shows to hold you over (and become your new obsession).
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'Love Is Blind' Season 7 Breakouts Leo and Brittany Revealed What Happened Once the Cameras Stopped Rolling
Here's what we know about the art dealer and the esthetician's life after filming.
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The Highly Anticipated 2024 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Is Coming Up—Here's How to Watch It
The runway spectacular is returning to New York, angel wings and all.
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40 Spooky Movies Guaranteed to Get You in the Halloween Spirit
Demons, ghosts, and witches, oh, my!
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