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.
Kelly Rowland discovered the girl group, June's Diary, while filming the BET docu-series 'Chasing Destiny.' The group recently revealed why Rowland no longer works as their manager.
June's Diary is a five member singing group that was created by Destiny's Child member Kelly Rowland as part of the docu-series 'Chasing Destiny.' The members vocal powerhouses.
Dr. Seuss' 'How The Grinch Stole Christmas' was such a beloved book that it was adapted into a film three different times. The 2000 and 2018 releases were the most popular with one faring better with critics and the other generating more revenue.
After years expressing her desire to leave the 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians,' Kourtney Kardashian is lessening her role on the show to focus on parenting.
Robyn Crawford was singer Whitney Houston's best friend since the two were teenagers. After years of speculation about whether or not they had a romantic relationship, Crawford confirmed and fans reactions are mixed.
Tupac Shakur is known as one of the greatest rappers and activists of all time. As great as his career was, the meaning of his name is equally poignant.
Jennifer Lopez has been a triple threat as a dancer, singer and an actress but her first big break in Hollywood came as a dancer on the FOX variety show 'In Living Color.'
Brandy has been a chart-topping singer, actress and beauty brand since the 1990s but one school teacher did not think the singer had the looks for stardom.
'Basketball Wives' star Gloria Govan was married to NBA star, Matt Barnes, for a short period. They eventually split and Barnes had an altercation with Govan's new boyfriend, NBA player Derek Fisher, who was once a close friend of his.
Shamea Morton may not be a full-time Atlanta housewife but she's appeared on the show as a part-time cast member since 2015. She's had a successful career before reality television.
Christmas calls for holiday tunes to deck the halls! Some of our favorite artists have released successful Christmas albums to enjoy throughout the season, including Mariah Carey, Nat King Cole and Motown artists.
'Real Housewives of Atlanta' have featured women on the show who joined as single women but the franchise is said to have included more marriages than others.
Tamron Hall has been open about the close friendship she shared with Prince before his death but recently hinted their relationship may have turned romantic at one point.