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.
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon were married for eight years. The two renewed their vows annually and have twins together. Cannon has since adopted a poly lifestyle.
OG starred on 'Basketball Wives' for three seasons where she accused the cast of colorism. She left the show after three seasons and a lawsuit against one of her co-stars.
'The Bodyguard' was released in 1992 and was Whitney Houston's first movie role. It became one of the biggest movies of the year, and the soundtrack turned into a tour for Houston.
Whitney Houston made her film debut in 'The Bodyguard.' The film has been adapted into a Broadway musical and is now starring a former member of The Pussycat Dolls.
Mike Tyson's interactions with women have been controversial. The boxer admits that he did not treat women well and was a womanizer. But allegations of sexual assault against Eve have surfaced after his comments about his desire of Remy Ma.
'The Amazing Race's' 34th season, with Phil Keough as the host for the 34th consecutive season. He says he enjoys the show because it's always something new for him to look forward to.
Kenya Moore has been the queen bee of 'RHOA' since joining the cast in Season 5. But the former beauty queen nearly quit the show after receiving an overwhelming amount of criticism from viewers.
Khloe Kardashian welcomed her second child in July 2022, a baby boy. She hasn't revealed the name of the baby yet but joked on 'The Kardashians' she'd name him after a beloved rapper.
Porsha Williams starred on 'RHOA' for nine seasons. When viewers first met her, she was a devoted housewife. She quickly gained independence amid a difficult divorce, which a former show producer says made her a fan favorite.
Lisa Bonet starred in the debut season of 'A Different World.' She was unhappy on set and her co-star Jasmine Guy says it's because Bonet was mistreated.
Debbie Allen joined the producing team of 'A Different World' in its second season and changed the course of the show. She was even an advocate for the cast.
Jasmine Guy starred on 'A Different World' for six seasons. The show was the highest-rated on NBC for much of its run. Guy says the show was cancelled at the height of its fame.
Jarrette and Iyanna became engaged and married on Season 2 of 'Love Is Blind.' Their love was under scrutiny due to Jarrette originally proposing to another woman first.