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.
Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker own multiple businesses together. Their most known partnerships are their Atlanta restaurants, which have been featured on 'RHOA.'
Kimmi Scott has been a cast member on 'Love & Marriage: Huntsville' since Season 1. Scott is now publicly advocating for women to get mammograms amid her own health issues.
Sisters Brielle and Ariana Biermann appeared on Bravo's 'RHOA' and 'Don't Be Tardy' alongside their mother, Kim Zolciak-Biermann. They haven't been on reality TV since 2020.
Kim D has been a staple on the 'RHONJ' since Season 3. She's never been a full-time housewife, though she's been at the center of much trouble with the cast.
Juan Dixon is the head coach of Coppin State University in Maryland. The 'RHOP' star's team and school is involved in a huge scandal and he's at the center of it.
Gizelle Bryant and Candiace Dillard Bassett's friendship is seemingly over. The 'RHOP' stars became estranged after Bryant made accusations against Dillard Bassett's husband.
Sanya Richards Ross joined 'RHOA' in Season 14 and developed close bonds with Sheree Whitfield and Marlo Hampton but fans want her to be careful with the two OGs.
The Gorgas joined 'RHONJ' in Season 3, with their sister Teresa Guidice saying she was unaware her family would be on the show. Joe and Melissa Gorga deny Giudice didn't know.
Melissa Gorga and Teresa Giudice have been feuding since Gorga joined the cast of 'RHONJ' in Season 3. Giudice says she never knew her family would be on the show.
Jordan Woods' relationship with The Kardashians fell apart after she acted inappropriately with Khloe Kardashian's then-boyfriend Tristan Thompson. Woods has since established her own identity.
Robyn Dixon has been a cast member on 'RHOP' since the inaugural season and has had her fair share of blowups. Fans are now beginning to notice her aggressive antics and say colorism is why she isn't called out.
LaRoyce Hawkins has starred as Detective Atwater on 'Chicago P.D.' since Season 1. His character is making the transition to a detective in the current season.
Mia Thornton has been on 'RHOP' since Season 6. Thornton is opening about her growing relationships with her co-stars and her excitement for Ashley Darby amid Darby's divorce.
Karrueche Tran began her career in fashion. The former stylist has become known for her trendy looks and classic takes on the red carpet and her new show gives designers a big shot.