Brenda Alexander is an experienced entertainment writer who specializes in reality TV, ’90s R&B and hip-hop, and celebrity relationships. She has expertise in The Real Housewives of Atlanta and The Real Housewives of New Jersey, as well as Basketball Wives and Love & Hip-Hop. Brenda also closely covers the lives and careers of Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey.
She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies & Communication from Temple University. Brenda believes entertainment can be used as a medium to inspire change, and loves to stay up to date with the latest documentaries, interviews, and podcasts to inform her coverage. In her free time, she catches up on the latest from Michael Arceneaux, a writer she admires for his witticisms and honesty. See more from Brenda on her Muck Rack profile.
The world were shocked to learn that R. Kelly married Aaliyah when she was 15 and so were Kelly's friends. Sinbad ended his friendship with Kelly over the marriage.
Saweetie has been experiencing backlash for sampling music from other artists but Charlamagne Tha God has come to Saweetie's defense, explaining sampling is part of music.
Raven Symoné announced she's married but before walking down the aisle, Symoné was in a relationship with model, AzMarie Livingston. She and Livingston split after three years.
Diana Ross' 1980 'I'm Coming Out' became a signature hit in her career and for an anthem for the LGBTQ community but Ross had no idea the song had dual meaning.
Wendy Williams divorced Kevin Hunter after over 20 years together and Hunter said in a new interview that he cheated on Williams because of her work schedule and substance abuse.
Kandi Burruss wrote Destiny's Child's hits but was hesitatnt to work with the group because of LaTavia Roberson dating her ex, Jagged Edge member Brandon Casey.
Damon Dash and Stacey Dash had a close relationship as cousins and in business but their relationship soured because of Stacey's political views and business deals gone bad.
Moniece Slaughter and Shemar Moore fueled dating rumors when they posted a video to instagram but Slaughter denied they were a couple. She now has a new man.
Tamar Braxton and K. MIchelle feuded for years before ending their beef but new allegations K. Michelle made about Braxton having an affair may restart the fire.
Towanda Braxton is in love with her boyfriend, Sean Hall, and addressing pregnancy rumors. The 'Braxton Family Values' star is leading fans to believe she's expecting.
'Insecure' fans were split over Issa and Molly's reunion on the finale episode but the show's director said it was intentional. Season 5 of 'Insecure' will explore their rekindled friendship and romantic relationship dynamics.
Martell and Melody Holt have been open about their marital issues on 'Love & Marriage: Hunstville." Melody has seemingly confirmed she and Martell have split.
Eva Marcille is leaving 'RHOA' after three seasons to focus on other opportunities. Marcille says she was unhappy on 'RHOA' but stayed because of the pay.
Nick Cannon dated model Jessica White for about a year before they split. White's dedicated a recent Instagram post to Cannon, sparking rumors of a rekindled romance.
Lauren London has been grieving the loss of her longtime love, Nipsey Hussle. Comedian Luenell is criticizing London's last interview about Hussle's death.