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.
'Basketball Wives' fans have watched the on-again-off-again friendship between Jennifer Williams and Evelyn Lozada. Williams says she and Lozada won't ever be friends again.
'Basketball Wives' star Jennifer Williams alleges her ex, Tim Norman, is guilty of stalking and harassing her. Norman's recent arrest does not surprise Williams.
Karen Huger and Ray Huger's marital trouble will play out during this season of 'RHOP'. Karen says she and Ray's children are supportive during the couple's hard times.
Keshia Knight Pulliam is rejoicing over a judge siding with her in her child support case against her ex, Ed Hartwell. Hartwell faces jail time if he fails to uphold his end of the deal.
Tyler Perry's Madea character has been making fans laugh for two decades but Perry retired Madea in a final play, 'Madea's Farewell.' Fans love the play and are begging for more.
Fans remember Rudy Huxtable's chubby and lovable friend Peter on 'The Cosby Show'. Peter appeared throughout season one and virtually disappeared from acting.
Filming for season 13 of 'RHOA' is currently underway. A source promises Porsha Williams' storyline will highlight her activism. Williams is actively protesting.
'Basketball Wives' star Jennifer Williams has a new docuseries in the works. Williams is creating a show regarding her claim of being scammed by a former lover.
'Married at First Sight' fans were stunned when Karen's response to Miles' clinical depression was that Miles wasn't masculine. Karen says her comments were taken out of context.
Sherri Shepherd says her time on 'The View' was a rollercoaster. Shepherd says Barbara Walters was extremely critical of her, leaving Shepherd in tears often.
Whitney Houston turned down a role in 'The Cosby Show' to pursue her singing career. 'The Cosby Show' director didn't understand Houston's choice at the time.
Tim Norman's arrest in connection with the murder of his nephew is still shocking for 'Sweetie Pie's' fans. A source says Norman's next intended target was his mother.
Claudia Jordan and Phaedra Parks are no longer on 'RHOA' but they are connected through Parks' man, Medina Islam. Jordan also dated Islam and says he was abusive.
Aaliyah's death still feels new to many of her fans. In her short career, Aaliyah excelled in music, movies, and more. Aaliyah spoke of her legacy weeks before her death.
It's no secret that Jennifer Williams and Tami Roman are not friends. Williams and Roman are beefing after Roman's recent comments about Williams' ex arrest.