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.
Slavador Perez and Mallory Zapata were one of five couples to get engaged on Season 2 of Netflix's 'Love Is Blind.' Their road to the altar was an emotional one filled with many arguments.
Kandi Burruss has worked with several housewives on her franchise on music. She's even let camera crews follow her create her own musical projects on 'RHOA.'
Candiace Dillard has been a cast member on 'RHOP' since Season 3. Dillard has been controversial for her verbal lashings toward her co-stars. She even got into a physical altercation in season 5.
Nipsey Hussle died in 2019. At the time of his death, he was in a five year relationship with actress Lauren London. London found it hard to focus on work amid such tragedy.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are now legally single. Further details such as custody and assets will be determined at a later date but West has made it known he didn't want the divorce.
Towanda Braxton says the family went on strike from filming 'Braxton Family Values' due to lack of pay raises. The show aired for 7 seasons over a decade.
It's been nearly three years since Nipsey Hussle's death. His longtime love, actor Lauren London, was left to grieve his loss while raising their children. London says there were many reasons she loved Hussle, but one stands out.
Usher has dated a lot of public figures and has even been married a few times. He's currently engaged for a third time. But there's one person he wishes he did date in his lifetime.
D. Woods was famously kicked out of Danity Kane at the height of their success. Since then, she's delved into acting. She will be making her Broadway debut this year in a major production.
Lauren London is working hard to grieve publicly while also honoring Nipsey Hussle's life. The couple were together for five years before Hussle's death in 2019.
TLC broke the mold with their music and sound. Unlike other R&B girl groups of their time, they opted for tomboy chic and condoms pinned to their clothes instead of ball gowns.
Jacqueline Avant was shot and killed in a home invasion in Dec. 2021. The wife of music executive Clarence Avant was a beloved philanthropist and heavily involved in the arts.
It's been a decade since Whitney Houston's death. Houston made it a point while she was alive to mentor young singers including Monica, Brandy, and more.
DMX died unexpectedly and left his fans and loved ones to cope. His fiancee Desiree Lindstrom has been working with his estate to keep his legacy alive.
Karen and Miles were one of the three couples to stay together on Decision Day on 'Married at First Sight' Season 11. Now, they are learning to navigate their mental health struggles together.
Kandi Burruss has been on 'RHOA' since Season 2. Rumors have surfaced that producers are bored with Burruss and may replace her with Jeannie Mai. Mai now lives in Atlanta.
Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner broke racial barriers in the 1992 film, 'The Bodyguard.' Costner selected Houston for the role and played a major part in the soundtrack.
Marlo Hampton finally has a peach on 'RHOA.' Its unclear whether she will showcase her dating life as a full-time cast member on the show but she's typically dated rich men.
New Edition is currently on a multi-city tour and on their stop in Boston, there were several mishaps. Bobby Brown exited the stage early on and another headliner was not on the stop. But the group filled in majorly and saved the day.