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.
Kim Kardashian West filmed a sex tape with her ex Ray J that was leaked to the public and jumpstarted Kardashian West's on 'KUWTK.' Ray J says he's proud of the Kardashian family.
'RHOP's' Candiace Dillard is saying goodbye to her beloved Maryland townhome. Dillard listed the home on the market in lieu of her purchasing a $1 million estate.
Wendy Williams wants to become a college professor. Williams says the next phase of her career will be teaching at the college level to give students real-world experience.
Before 'RHOA,' Kenya Moore was a working actor and had a brief role alongside Whitney Houston. Moore was scared to meet Houston due to her perception of her from the media.
Britney Spears' breakup with Justin Timberlake had many believing Spears was the cause. A new documentary explores how Spears' image took a hit after the split.
Ray J and Princess Love are in the middle of a divorce but Ray J says he's open to reconciling with Love. Ray J and Love have been spending time together in Miami.
Whitney Houston's rendition of 'The Star-Spangled Banner' at the 1991 Super Bowl became iconic. Houston's legendary performance was recorded in one take.
Kenya Moore's fallout with Phaedra Parks during 'RHOA' involved allegations that Moore and Apollo Nida had inappropriate contact. Moore now regrets her actions.
Wendy Williams' ex-husband Kevin Hunter cheated on her while she was pregnant. Williams said she learned of Hunter's affair after hearing a phone call.
Dallas Austin alleges in a new interview that Chill left him to begin a relationship with Usher. Per Austin, Chilli and Usher's relationship made him move to a different city.
Wendy Williams is revealing more about her past love affair with rapper Eric B. In her new Lifetime biopic, Williams reveals she aborted Eric B.'s baby.