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 was initially known as Paris Hilton's best friend. Kardashian West helped to increase Hilton's fame by working with paparazzi to capture Hilton's photos.
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend's loss of their third child was devastating. Teigen has been open about wanting to cut back on drinking and recently revealed she's quit altogether.
Morgan Freeman's role as Joe Clark in 'Lean On Me' is one of his most legendary. The real Joe Clark recently died at age 82 after a lifetime of public service.
Kobe and Vanessa Bryant's love for ona another lasted over 20 years but Kobe's cheating scandal nearly cost him Vanessa. Kobe praised Vanessa for staying with him.
Mo'Nique and her husband Sidney Hicks' unconventional relationship is always a topic of discussion. Mo'Nique's pet name 'daddy' for Hicks has come into question but she says he's worth it.
Monique Samuels' binder bashing during the 'RHOP' reunion is iconic but Samuels says she quit the show due to poor editing during the third part of the 'RHOP reunion.