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.
Monique and Chris Samuels have been married for 10 years but are reportedly separated and headed for divorce. Their issues played out on 'RHOP' and 'Love & Marriage: D.C.'
Riley Burruss has grown up in front of fans of 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta's' eyes. The 20-year-old recently lost weight after admittedly struggling with insecurities related to her body image.
Whitney Houston and Clive Davis first crossed paths in the early 1980s and he was immediately enamored by her talent. He signed her to a record deal, helping to make her one of the biggest stars in the world.
Five couples said "I Do" on Season 15 of 'Married at First Sight,' with one couple choosing to divorce before Decision Day. It was the show's first season in on the West Coast in San Diego.
Ramona Singer is the longest-running cast member on 'RHONY,' having starred on the show for 13 seasons. In its final season, she clashed with newcomer Eboni K. Williams.
Ashley Darby filed for legal separation from her husband Michael after eight years of marriage. The 'RHOP' star's marital trouble have been at the center of the show since the beginning.
Monique and Chris Samuels appeared on four seasons of 'RHOP' before starring in the 'Love & Marriage: Huntsville' spinoff in D.C. where their marital issues played out.
Ne-Yo and Crystal Renay married in 2016 while Renay while pregnant with their second child. They renewed their vows in 2022, just five months before Renay announced their split for the second time.
Janet and Michael Jackson are the most successful out of the Jackson clan. Both topped the charts and toured worldwide in their career before recording a duet together.