Keyaira Boone is…
a nationally recognized writer, columnist, digital media consultant, and former arts administrator from Northern New Jersey.
She is committed to uplifting diverse voices and has written widely on art, entertainment, lifestyle, fashion, and beauty at outlets including ESSENCE, EBONY, Emmy magazine, Insider, Instyle, HelloBeautiful, Byrdie, Bustle, Sweet July, Travel + Leisure, Readers Digest, Revolt, Allure, MadameNoire, and Cassius for over ten years.
In 2023, Keyaira received the Trailblazers in Media Award for her “continued support in uplifting diverse women through media.”
Before interviewing some of the biggest names in Hollywood, including Mary J. Blige, Marisa Tomei, Martha Stewart, Merritt Wever, Janelle Monáe, Forest Whitaker, Patina Miller, Dan Perlman, Ciara, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Nicco Annan, Nina Parker, Coi Leray, Brandee Evans, Liesl Tommy, Timbaland, Swizz Beatz, Jodie Turner-Smith, Lauren London, Tracy Morgan, Tamera Mowry, Vivica A. Fox, Kelly Rowland, Naturi Naughton, Yvette Lee Bowser, Leigh Davenport, Bresha Webb, Eboni K. Williams, William Jackson Harper, Tina Knowles Lawson, Kyle Richards, Gizelle Bryant, Cynthia Bailey, Shaka Senghor, Flaviana Matata, and Cheyenne Maya-Carty she began her career at LoveBrownSugar, where she developed the BrownGirlsLove ambassador program.
Keyaira holds a B.A. in English from Kean University and an M.A. in Public and Organizational Relations from Montclair State University.
She enjoys mango lemonade, dark comedies, and long walks through Sephora.
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I was first drawn to Keyaira by her thoughtful and engaging work at Essence as she explored a broad range of topics through a unique lens. I’ve since grown to build a working relationship with her, and my adoration for her writing has skyrocketed. She has stellar storytelling capabilities without ever sacrificing accuracy or journalistic integrity. Whether she’s exploring the realities of plus size fashion or delving into the world of entertainment, her writing is unmatched in quality, human interest, and timeliness.— Brand Communications ManagerBrand Communications Manager LYS Beauty Keyaira is a passionate and talented writer. She's a team player and helps build camaraderie in all areas of life. Her personality shines in her creative assessment and display of Black culture. I have enjoyed watching Keyaira blossom through the years showcasing her interviewing, event, and reporting (correspondent) skills. It is evident that her purpose is rooted in sharing objective and honest opinions while displaying the utmost professionalism. Her way with words is both thorough and entertaining. —Vice PresidentVice President EDEN BODYWORKS“Thorough. Kind. Insightful. Keyaira is a consummate professional that I have watched grow over the years. I think she is an asset to any and all companies and outlets that she joins.”— Syreta Oglesby Principal at SJO PR
“Keyaira is a hard worker with bright ideas and an incredible work ethic. She puts her all into everything she does and finds a way to go above and beyond. Highly recommend her as a forward thinker and a self-starter.”—Christina Brown, Founder LoveBrownSugar and BabyBrownSugar