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.
Vivica A. Fox says her biggest regret is not having kids. However, Fox says she unfortunately did not meet a man that she felt she could have a child with.
Mariah Carey's 1997 single "Honey" is filled with lyrics about sex. The song references an affair Carey had, as well as an alleged specific sexual act.
Mariah Carey's Christmas is filled with special traditions for her 11-year-old twins. Carey doesn't open any gifts for herself until the day after Christmas.
Martell Holt's marital trouble due to his infidelity has played out over three seasons on 'Love & Marriage: Huntsville.' Now, Holt's longtime mistress says his co-stars have also cheated on their wives.
Chlöe recently deactivated her Twitter account. The singer says online trolls began to affect her self-esteem. Chlöe says the decision may not be a permanent one.
Ashanti says she is not dating Flo Rida. In fact, the singer says she is dating but refuses to reveal her beau. Ashanti prefers to keep her relationship life outside of the public eye.
Irv Gotti and Ashanti have been estranged for nearly a decade. The two grew distant as his label crumbled. Now Ashanti wants to own her masters and Gotti is upset. She claims he makes business matters difficult.
Evelyn Lozada caused a stir when fans realized she was posting photos from Marc Anthony's home. She stayed quiet on dating rumors but now is clearing things up regarding their relationship status.
Lil Mama has apologized publicly for infamously crashing Alicia Keys and Jay-Z's performance at the 2009 VMAs. While Keys admits she wasn't aware Lil Mama was on the stage, Jay-Z was and he was upset by the ordeal.
L.A. Reid thinks a Beyonce and Mariah Carey Verzuz battle is the only option. Carey's name has been mentioned multiple times for the battle with many wanting Carey and Whitney Houston's catalogs to compete.
Common says that despite his relationship with Tiffany Haddish being his most mature and loving relationship, their work schedules tore them apart. The two split up after a year of dating.
Marques Houston is a beaming new father. The actor and his wife Miya recently welcomed a baby girl. Houston continues acting but has been focusing on family and faith.
Drake and Kanye West banned together to put on a benefit concert for Larry Hoover. The concert comes amid the two putting their feud to rest in recent weeks.
Eve says discovering she had too many uterine fibroids was the cause of her not being able to get pregnant. She had surgery after seeing a fertility specialist and is now pregnant with her first child.
Karrueche Tran isn't curling up in a ball crying over her split from Victor Cruz. Instead, Tran is focusing all of her attention on work. She recently made history with her Emmy wins.
Jacqueline Avant reportedly startled the intruder who broke into her home before she was shot and killed. Avant was a prominent figure in arts and entertainment and the wife of music legend, Clarence Avant.
Faith Evans refuses to let Stevie J collect spousal support from her in their divorce proceedings. Evans is asking a judge to deny his request. It's unclear if they have a prenup.
Taraji P. Henson brought color to 'Annie' Live on NBC...literally. Henson played Miss Hannigan and was one of the first Black women to play the role on a major stage production.
Stevie J may be frolicking on the beach with Faith Evans since filing for divorce but that doesn't mean he wants to reconcile. Stevie just requested spousal support from Evans.
Mariah Carey's did not think "All I Want For Christmas Is You" would become the iconic holiday jam that it has. While recording the song, Carey decorated the studio with Christmas decorations to set the mood.