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.
Tamar Braxton and Vincent Herbert split after nearly nine years of marriage and the breakup was not easy. Braxton says she and Herbert are now friends after participating in family therapy with their son.
Kenya Moore and Nene Leakes have argued all season on 'RHOA.' Moore says Leakes is spiteful and alleged that Leakes tried to sue Bravo for blocking her spinoff series.
Brandy has spoken openly about her admiration for Whitney Houston. Brandy worked with Houston on two occasions and Houston once told Babyface that Brandy would be the next big thing.
Damon Dash was sued by author Edwyna Brooks for copyright infringement and ordered to pay Brooks $300k. Brooks is now writing a tell-all about her work with Dash.
T-Boz is known most for her music with TLC but she was once married to rapper, Mack 10. After their split, T-Boz accused Mack 10 of abuse but Mack 10 says it was a lie.
Netflix subscribers are loving Heather Headley's performance in 'Sweet Magnolias.' Before Headley stole the hearts of viewers, she was a Broadway star who later released albums and won a Grammy.
V. Stiviano found herself at the center of a media storm after audio she recorded of Donald Sterling's racist remarks were leaked. Stiviano has since kept a low profile.
Kevin Hart and Katt Williams are both great comedians in their own right but Williams has been critical of Hart's comedy style. Williams and Hart have feuded for over a decade.
Actress LisaRaye McCoy had her own reality show for two seasons from 2010-2011 but turned down 'Real Housewives' because she was not a fan of the drama.
Andre Harrell's birth of the classic Uptown Records will be documented in a three-part mini-series on BET. Harrell is responsible for birthing the careers of Diddy, Mary J. Blige and others.
Dave East has been one of the rappers to look out for due to his musical talent and acting chops but East is making headlines for his recent arrest in New York.
Oprah Winfrey just donated $12 million to five American cities for COVID-19 relief. Winfrey chose the cities because they were the birthplace of her life and career.
Meagan Good came under fire for accusations of skin bleaching. But Good explained in a recent interview that her skin changes was a result of a bad esthetician and products.
Toni Braxton isn't the only singing diva in her family. All five Braxton sisters have vocal ability and showed it off in honor of the eldest Braxton for the #ToniBraxtonChallenge.
'RHOA' fans have watched Nene Leakes and Kenya Moore battle it all all season and Leakes believes Moore uses her estranged relationship with her mother as an excuse for her bad behavior.
Babyface has written dozens of songs for Toni Braxton. He recently shared the secret to writing the perfect song for Braxton with his Instagram followers.
Russell Wilson has been an amazing stepfather to Ciara's son, Baby Future. Ciara shares Baby Future with her ex, rapper Future. Fans are clowning Future's birthday wish to his son.
Ne-Yo was engaged to marry Monyetta Shaw before he broke things off and moved on with Crystal Renay. Shaw and Renay have their own close friendship and have blended their families.
Ludacris received tons of backlash after previewing a snippet of his new song where he mentioned R. Kelly. Ludacris says his lyrics about Kelly were misunderstood.
In an exclusive interview with Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Towanda Braxton talks the upcoming season of 'Braxton Family Values' and her new skin care line and business ventures.