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Brenda Alexander

Brenda Alexander

Temple alum Brenda Alexander is a Senior editor with 10+ years’ experience, with bylines at ESSENCE, BET, Blavity, xoNecole, Curly Nikki, and more. She covers entertainment/lifestyle and contributes to FOX 5 Atlanta.

When Your Child's Experience With Fatherhood Doesn't Match Yours

Humanity

When Your Child's Experience With Fatherhood Doesn't Match Yours

I grew up a daddy’s girl. My dad asked me until I was at least 12, in jest, “Who do you love? Me or your mom?” And I’d proudly choose him. We’ve always been inseparable. Even today, at 35, either one of us can call the other,

By Brenda Alexander • 4 min read

Despite Fresh Blood, 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' Is Telling the Same Old Story — HE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA Season:17 Pictured: (l-r) Phaedra Parks, Drew Sidora, Pinky Cole, Angela Oakley, Kelli Ferrell, K. Michelle, Shamea Morton Mwangi, Porsha Williams (Photo by: Gizelle Hernandez/James Bianchi/Bravo)

Culture

Despite Fresh Blood, 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' Is Telling the Same Old Story

Let’s be honest: the glory days of The Real Housewives of Atlanta as we grew to know and love the show are over. Every franchise has its peaks and valleys, and for several seasons, the peach holders have been in a slump. It’s typical with any television series,

By Brenda Alexander • 6 min read

This High Tea Alternative Fuses Booze and Elegance in Baltimore

This High Tea Alternative Fuses Booze and Elegance in Baltimore

Mother’s Day activities are typically centered on self-care or something to celebrate the daily sacrifices and commitments mothers make to care for their children. Most women are okay with having a kid-free day and catching up on rest, while others use their mommy coupon for something a

By Brenda Alexander • 4 min read

WNBA Star A'ja Wilson Shows 2026 Disney Dreamers Academy Class That Dreams are Limitless — A’ja Wilson with Princess Tiana and Disney Dreamers

Travel

WNBA Star A'ja Wilson Shows 2026 Disney Dreamers Academy Class That Dreams are Limitless

A’ja Wilson knows all about making your dreams come true. The WNBA standout is a four-time MVP for the Las Vegas Aces, two-time Olympic and World Cup gold medalist. The South Carolina native is also a New York Times Best Selling author, and in her book, Dear

By Brenda Alexander • 7 min read

Walt Disney World Celebrated Black History Month in a Big Way, and Toya Johnson-Rushing Was at the Center of the Magic

Travel

Walt Disney World Celebrated Black History Month in a Big Way, and Toya Johnson-Rushing Was at the Center of the Magic

Toya Johnson-Rushing has long been a beloved staple in Black culture. Her down-home roots and rags to riches story, coupled with her humbled personality, makes you root for her to win. Whether she’s sharing her life on reality television, through Instagram spoofs alongside her husband Robert “Red”

By Brenda Alexander • 5 min read

Black Travel Maine Is Where Legacy, Leisure and the Slopes Converge

Travel

Black Travel Maine Is Where Legacy, Leisure and the Slopes Converge

Maine is not on many avid Black travelers wish lists. Unless you have a knack for the outdoors and winter sports/activities, it’s probably not a state that comes to mind to travel for personal pleasure. Taking things a step further, when people think of Maine, a robust Black

By Brenda Alexander • 7 min read