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.
Claudia Jordan revealed during a podcast interview that she testified at Mike Tyson's rape trial but Tami Roman felt it was not the right time. Jordan addressed Roman's criticism on her show.
'Sweetie Pies' stars Jenae Wallick and Tim Norman are arguing on Instagram over their son. Wallick says Norman is an absentee father, which Norman denies.
Tamar Braxton's genius idea of a family reality series turned into magic with 'Braxton Family Values' but Tamar no longer enjoys the show because of the drama.
OWN's 'Sweetie Pies' cast members are feuding. Miss Robbie is accusing Jenae Wallick of keeping her son away from Tim Norman's family but Wallick denies the claims.
'Insecure' fans are waiting to see if Issa and Lawrence's relationship can survive Condola's pregnancy. Jay Ellis believes so and says overall, Lawrence is still a good guy.
Sherri Shepherd's guest appearance on 'Friends' is one of the most memorable in 'Friends' history but Sheperd wasn't invited back after complaining on the show's lack of diversity.
Black Chyna's mom, Tokyo Toni, is back in the headlines after a recent internet rant. Social media users are furious over Toni's comments about Black women.
It's no secret that Tamar Braxton is no fan of Loni Love. Love has denied claims she had Braxton fired from 'The Real' and says the show forbid her from talking about what really happened.
Fabolous and Emily B announced that they are expecting another child but fans aren't supportive after Fabolous' alleged domestic abuse against Emily B.
Fans questioned if Loni Love had anything to do with Amanda Seales quitting 'The Real.' Love says she supports Seales but that 'The Real' is a diverse show.
'The Chi' has returned without Jason Mitchell after he was fired for sexual harassment. Jacob Latimore says he'd heard of Mitchell's alleged behavior but was shocked over the firing.
Tamar Braxton is ignoring K. Michelle's claims that she had an affair with a married man but Da Brat is confirming part of K. Michelle's story about Braxton.
R. Kelly is headed to trial on a number of sexual assault and sex trafficking charges. Kelly has opted out of a plea deal and is taking his chances with a jury trial.
Toni Braxton hit it big with her sophomore album 'Secrets,' selling millions of copies and a world tour. But Braxton would later file bankruptcy, citing a bad record contract.