Get to know Matthew
Matthew L. Wright is a journalist, writer and aspiring host originally from St. Louis, MO, who works to provide and create spaces for marginalized voices to share their narratives.
​Matthew has reported on stories all across globe; covering breaking news, writing fun features and even tackling extensive investigative pieces. He is passionate about racial and social justice, LGBTQIA issues, immigration, popular culture, travel and entertainment. An avid media consumer, Matthew prides himself in being interested in a wide variety of music, TV shows, movies, video games, books and more. He constantly scours social media and various media outlets for the latest in celebrity gossip and the goings of everyday life.
Matthew has a bachelor's degree in journalism and political science from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism (BSJ '16).
His work has appeared in JET Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, TheGrio.com, The Daily Mail, Scottish Mail on Sunday, DailyMail.com and more.
Matthew resides in New York City and uses his free time to learn Beyoncé's choreography, cook and travel with his mom.