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.
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'Married at First Sight's' Clara is doing what she needs to do to mend her broken heart amid her split from Ryan, including listening to sappy breakup songs.
Candiace Dillard isn't looking to be BFF's with Karen Huger anymore. Dillard no longer trusts Huger after Huger chose to remain neutral after a major altercation on 'RHOP' last season.
Chris Bassett no longer owns his Virginia restaurant. He sold it during the COVID-19 pandemic and teaches virtual classes. Bassett also manages Candiace Dillard's career.
Candiace Dillard says it's OK for her to use autotune in her music unlike Ashley Darby. Dillard says she only used the technique on a portion of her music.
Robyn Dixon says her BFF and 'RHOP' co-star Gizelle Bryant's breakup with Jamal Bryant is no shocker to her. Dixon was never sold on Gizelle and Jamal rekindling things.
'Love & Marriage: Huntsville' star Martell has been apologetic at times for how his cheating led to his ex-wife Melody filing for divorce but Melody says Martell's actions don't match up to his apologies.
'Love & Marriage: Huntsville' star Martell Holt says Melody knew he was unhappy in their marriage long before he cheated. Martell says Melody continued to ignore his pleas for her to change certain behaviors.
Trina Braxton says reports of Towanda Braxton not living in her home are not true. Towanda reportedly is facing eviction amid a foreclosure judgement and bankruptcy filing.
Gizelle Bryant says Wendy Osefo was a 'pass' during her first season because of drama with the rest of the cast. Bryant says things changed drastically this season.
LeToya Luckett did not look back after filing for divorce from Tommicus Walker. Despite rumors of reconciliation, Luckett recently told fans the two are officially divorced.
Eboni K. Williams is defending herself against critics who say she talks about race too much on 'RHONY.' Williams says she's being her true self and won't change regardless of any backlash.
Kevin Hunter hasn't slowed down since his divorce from Wendy Williams. Hunter owns a new home and multiple businesses in Florida. He also resides with his mistress turned live-in lover.
Khloé Kardashian has been BFFs with twins Malika and Khadijah Haqq since they were teenagers. Kardashian says she's equally as close with each twin but their relationships differ.
Briana and Vincent say they've learned a lot since marrying on 'Married at First Sight.' The couple agree the show was good for them and that working together is key in staying married.
Gizelle Bryant is denying that Monique Samuels' reunion shade caused her split with Jamal Bryant. Gizelle says the moment actually united her and Jamal.