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.
Evelyn Lozada is ready to walk down the aisle again. The 'Basketball Wives' alum is engaged to a suitor she met on the Peacock reality series, 'Queen's Court.'
Caroline Manzo hasn't been friends with Teresa Giudice since Season 4. Manzo's sister-in-law, Jacqueline Laurita, recently reunited with Giudice after a long feud.
Melissa and Joe Gorga have the longest marriage out of any couple on 'RHONJ.' They've had a few rough patches, but have always come out on top together.
Tia and Tamera Mowry starred in their own reality series for three seasons. The famous twin actors quit the show after they were encouraged to create unnecessary drama for viewers.
Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga can't ever seem to keep their relationship on track. The sisters-in-law have been feuding on 'RHONJ' since Gorga joined the show.
Drew Sidora and Ralph Pittman are calling an end to their nine year marriage. The first two seasons of their time on 'RHOA' centered on their marital issues.
Jackie Goldschneider became a fan favorite during her four seasons as s full-time housewife on 'RHONJ.' The former attorney is now a friend of the show.
Drew Sidora and Ralph Pittman filed for divorce after nearly nine years of marriage. The 'RHOA' couples' issues have played out for the last two seasons on the show.
Monique and Derek are the breakout stars of 'Love After Lockup.' Their relationship however confuses some viewers because they question if Monique is insecure dating a man like Derek.