Before Phaedra Parks was a housewife on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, she was counsel to Bobby Brown when he was filming the reality show, Being Bobby Brown.

Blinded By Fame:

Being Bobby Brown is not easy, as the multi-talented singer has had his share of heartache and pain. Brown became famous at a young age and acquired a lot of wealth. Being wealthy, Brown had access to lots of drugs and women. Through Brown’s career, he’s had a lot of children, a lot of drama, and a lot of it was caught on tape. During a difficult time in his life when Brown faced jail time, former Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Phaedra Parks, represented him as his attorney. Just as Bobby Brown gained notoriety from his music, he began to be known for being in and out of jail as the media seemed to capture footage of him in court.

Phaedra Parks has often been criticized for not winning cases. Many people have commented about Parks as an attorney by describing her as mediocre. Brown shared how he felt about Parks in his book, Every Little Step.

Bobby shared how Phaedra seemed to be more concerned with the attention she was receiving as his lawyer, instead of defending him:

“My lawyer at the time was a black woman named Phaedra Parks, who went on to become a reality television star on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Her later television stardom didn’t surprise me because she always seemed like she was craving attention and publicity. Every time I stepped into the courtroom when she was my lawyer, there would always be a host of television cameras. It was as if she had her own traveling media contingent. I even complained to her about it, telling her I didn’t like having the press there everytime I approached the courthouse. But it didn’t seem to deter her.”

“I Usually Wound Up Going To Jail”

Bobby continued by saying:

” I won’t cast aspersions on her lawyering skills, but I will say that when she was my lawyer, I usually wound up going to jail. I haven’t had much luck with my legal representation over the years.”

Maybe Bobby B. felt like Phaedra Parks wasn’t there for him as his attorney…however, she seemed to be there for him as a friend. Phaedra has always spoken highly about Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston. In an interview with OK! magazine, Parks gave Bobby and Whitney credit for her notoriety as people often referred to her as the ” Bobby and Whitney lawyer”:

“I always loved Whitney, I’ll always credit her and Bobby for a very important part of my career and for my notoriety. Because a lot of the time when people hear Phaedra Parks, the first thing they say is Bobby and Whitney, that’s the Bobby and Whitney attorney, Parks shared.”

At the time of Whitney Houston’s death, Phaedra revealed that Whitney actually retained her as Bobby’s lawyer because she heard that Phaedra was the best attorney in Atlanta. After their first meeting at the Ritz Carlton, they talked for hours and eventually, Parks became Bobby’s lawyer. Phaedra went on to work with the couple for 7 years. While they didn’t always agree, Phaedra maintained that they loved each other:

“She said to meet her at the Ritz Carlton. I met her and we spoke for probably 3 or 4 hours and later I would meet Bobby, she hired me and 7 years later… I worked with them throughout the divorce and everything. We didn’t always see eye to eye on things but she was very good to me. Her family has been very good to me. His family has been very good to me. I consider them very good friends and I’ve seen them at their best and I’ve seen them at their worst but I just love her, I love Bobbi Kiristina.”

Every Little Step was published in June 2016 and resurfaced amid the bubbling hype surrounding Bobby’s 2018 BET biopic. With all the years that he worked with Parks, it’s safe to say that she could’ve possibly been featured in the movie…but after hearing what Bobby B. had to say about her lawyering skills, she may not have been depicted very well. So, smart move for Phaedra, I suppose.

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Before Phaedra Parks was a housewife on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, she was counsel to Bobby Brown when he was filming the reality show, Being Bobby Brown.

Blinded By Fame:

Being Bobby Brown is not easy, as the multi-talented singer has had his share of heartache and pain. Brown became famous at a young age and acquired a lot of wealth. Being wealthy, Brown had access to lots of drugs and women. Through Brown’s career, he’s had a lot of children, a lot of drama, and a lot of it was caught on tape. During a difficult time in his life when Brown faced jail time, former Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Phaedra Parks, represented him as his attorney. Just as Bobby Brown gained notoriety from his music, he began to be known for being in and out of jail as the media seemed to capture footage of him in court.

Phaedra Parks has often been criticized for not winning cases. Many people have commented about Parks as an attorney by describing her as mediocre. Brown shared how he felt about Parks in his book, Every Little Step.

Bobby shared how Phaedra seemed to be more concerned with the attention she was receiving as his lawyer, instead of defending him:

“My lawyer at the time was a black woman named Phaedra Parks, who went on to become a reality television star on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Her later television stardom didn’t surprise me because she always seemed like she was craving attention and publicity. Every time I stepped into the courtroom when she was my lawyer, there would always be a host of television cameras. It was as if she had her own traveling media contingent. I even complained to her about it, telling her I didn’t like having the press there everytime I approached the courthouse. But it didn’t seem to deter her.”

“I Usually Wound Up Going To Jail”

Bobby continued by saying:

” I won’t cast aspersions on her lawyering skills, but I will say that when she was my lawyer, I usually wound up going to jail. I haven’t had much luck with my legal representation over the years.”

Maybe Bobby B. felt like Phaedra Parks wasn’t there for him as his attorney…however, she seemed to be there for him as a friend. Phaedra has always spoken highly about Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston. In an interview with OK! magazine, Parks gave Bobby and Whitney credit for her notoriety as people often referred to her as the ” Bobby and Whitney lawyer”:

“I always loved Whitney, I’ll always credit her and Bobby for a very important part of my career and for my notoriety. Because a lot of the time when people hear Phaedra Parks, the first thing they say is Bobby and Whitney, that’s the Bobby and Whitney attorney, Parks shared.”

At the time of Whitney Houston’s death, Phaedra revealed that Whitney actually retained her as Bobby’s lawyer because she heard that Phaedra was the best attorney in Atlanta. After their first meeting at the Ritz Carlton, they talked for hours and eventually, Parks became Bobby’s lawyer. Phaedra went on to work with the couple for 7 years. While they didn’t always agree, Phaedra maintained that they loved each other:

“She said to meet her at the Ritz Carlton. I met her and we spoke for probably 3 or 4 hours and later I would meet Bobby, she hired me and 7 years later… I worked with them throughout the divorce and everything. We didn’t always see eye to eye on things but she was very good to me. Her family has been very good to me. His family has been very good to me. I consider them very good friends and I’ve seen them at their best and I’ve seen them at their worst but I just love her, I love Bobbi Kiristina.”

Every Little Step was published in June 2016 and resurfaced amid the bubbling hype surrounding Bobby’s 2018 BET biopic. With all the years that he worked with Parks, it’s safe to say that she could’ve possibly been featured in the movie…but after hearing what Bobby B. had to say about her lawyering skills, she may not have been depicted very well. So, smart move for Phaedra, I suppose.

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Xscape singer and Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Kandi Burruss, has long since proven she is not one of those conservative parents, trying to front as if she doesn’t like to cut up in the bedroom. Her sex toy line and provocative talks on her internet show have proven that. So it was only natural that she married a man who follows those same principles and as of late, her husband, Todd Tucker, has proven that to be fact as well. How so? During his recent trip to the strip club with his daughter for her 23rd birthday.

Needless to say, their fans dragged Todd from here to Timbuktu and back over his daddy-daughter outing, but now Todd is speaking out to explain why he chose the strip joint to celebrate with his daughter…and he ain’t backing down one bit. Check out what he explained below…

But First Peep Their Daddy Daughter Strip Club Bonding…
In one Instagram clip, Todd and his daughter, Kaela, were seen chillin’ together at the strip club, as voluptuous, beautiful exotic dancers worked the poles one time for the one time! It was an intriguing ‘bonding moment’ to witness. Check out the video below…

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Now Wait ‘Til Y’all See What Todd Had To Say About This>>>

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Being a reality TV star means you never have any privacy and the most annoying part of it all, may be having people in their business all the time. One reality star who knows these trials all too well, is Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Porsha Williams, whose life has been on display since she joined the cast during its fifth season in 2012. A fan favorite, Porsha has been through a lot of changes over the past few years. One of her most recent changes is becoming a mother and getting engaged to her daughter’s father, businessman Dennis McKinley. Unfortunately, there have been rumors about Dennis being a womanizer that have placed a cloud over Porsha’s happily ever after. And though she’s remained calm for a while, she’s finally addressing the rumors head on.
Coming Full Circle…After Kordell Stewart…

Though Porsha is on her way to the altar now, when she originally joined the cast, she was married to former NFL quarterback, Kordell Stewart. On the surface their marriage seemed perfect, but soon it became clear that the two of them were experiencing challenges, which became the basis of their storyline. Through arguments, as well as issues with conception, Porsha and Kordell’s marriage immediately became the subject of many hot topic conversations. When they ultimately divorced, Porsha was genuinely shocked.

Though her love life was showcased heavily in the years since her divorce from Kordell, Porsha is now at a better place in her life with McKinley and their daughter PJ. But her happiness comes at a cost with a hefty price tag called ‘rumors.’

See Porsha Speaks On Current Fiance’s Cheating Rumors>>>

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We’re sending Gregg Leakes- the husband of Real Housewives of Atlanta, star Nene Leakes- tons of love and positive energy today, as he has his anxiety-provoking visit back to his cancer doctor.

It was just in April 2019, that Nene and Gregg announced that he’d successfully completed 6 months of chemotherapy. The journey was both emotionally and physically draining for the 63 year old. At that time, it was also understood that Gregg had won that battle, but the war was not over in his mission to conquer stage 3 colon cancer.

Gregg Asks For Prayers In New Message To Fans…

Fast forward to Wednesday, and the reality of his ongoing cancer fight, has now hit fans once again, after seeing what Gregg shared online. He took to Instagram to ask fans to pray for him, prior to heading over to his doctor’s office to find out if there are any more cancer cells in his body.

“Good Morning World.. I’m asking for your Prayers as i take my body scan this am to see if there is any cancer in my body. I KNOW I’m healed by the Promises of God, by the Blood of Jesus and by your Prayers. I Thank You for your Prayers all the time and especially today as i take this Scan shortly.
To God be the Glory and May HIS WILL take place in Heaven and on Earth. I go in this morning claiming Victory as i don’t know defeat. My God shall supply ALL my needs..”

Nene left a comment underneath Gregg’s post, professing her love for her husband:

“🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Love you so much”

Gregg Later Shared A 2nd Message With Fans>>>

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After 11 seasons of RHOA there have been some constants and some cast members going and coming back and very few never seeing them again.

We can report that the returning castmates for season 12 are Porsha, Kandi, Cynthia, NeNe, and even Tanya & Marlo — are all expected to return in their same capacities. We previously reported on Cynthia speaking on why she doesn’t think Marlo will ever get an official peach.

Season 11 introduced singer Shamari DeVo, from early 2000’s girl group Blaque come in as a little married, mother, bi-curious, singer trying to make a comeback that couldn’t hold her liquor. The word is after Shamari DeVoe made her alcohol-fueled debut this season, the producers are looking to have her return next season but just in a ‘friend’ capacity.

As for Eva, in the way she stormed out when the ladies were criticizing her on her house, and saying “I’m done”, sources tell lovebscott.com that producers were initially ‘on the fence’ about her return, but ultimately they have decided to give her another peach.

Nene is on the outs with just about everyone on the cast whom she refers to as her co-workers so it will be interesting to see her interaction with the ladies next season. NeNe has seniority amongst the group of ladies and it seems that even though she may be in the wrong that at some point things may come around.

Guess who is STILL being considered?  >>>>

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Eva has been turned off from the ladies in her cast on Real Housewives of Atlanta. She sat down with Andy, Sunday night on Watch What Happens Live and she did not hold her tongue. During the segment when fans called in to ask questions–some of the fiercest shades that I’ve ever heard, came from Eva Marcille.

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When speaking of NeNe during the reunion, Eva said, she was “really surprised about how cold NeNe was.” “It was sad,” she said. “It just seemed like she just came out there with a thick shoulder and daggers. She was just ready.”

Eva remarks her opinion of NeNe changed after when Eva watched back this season’s episode in which NeNe purposefully kept her mic on for a conversation Eva specifically asked her to de-mic for.

“The way I understand it is the point of the reunion is to unpack luggage, right? So a lot of times, you watch the show, and you have revelations and you learn things that you didn’t know during the season,” Eva explained to Andy. “And so my irritation with NeNe was what I learned while watching the show.”

Eva’s shades NeNe and Marlo next>>>>

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Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Nene Leakes (51), made a very special announcement on Wednesday (April 3, 2019). She and her husband, Gregg Leakes (63), have every reason in the world to be celebrating at this time.

Just months after watching Gregg say that he refused to undergo chemotherapy for his stage 3 colon cancer, Nene has now revealed that he successfully completed 6 months of chemo. She took to social media to celebrate Gregg’s journey in two posts.

In one post, she shared a touching video of Gregg holding a gong, which he rang to mark the end of his chemo chapter. It was a beautiful sigh to see, as the medical staff and nurses surrounded him and cheered him on.

The second video, showed Gregg tearing up as he embraced each of the medical staff, stating “Y’all gon’ make me cry.”

Nene’s third post captured Gregg smiling from ear to ear, as he held the gong high above his head.

In her posts, the RHOA star wrote a lengthy, emotional caption that truly summed up what the Leakes fam’ has gone through for the duration of Gregg’s cancer battle.

“This all started May 5th 2018…It’s been a long emotional ride for our entire family!” Nene started off with. “Listen up American…..TODAY my husband @greggleakes has completed 6 months of chemotherapy!…”

See Their Touching Video Celebration and What Else Nene Had To Say>>>

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Xscape singer/”Real Housewives of Atlanta” star, Kandi Burruss, is a proud mother, filled with a mix of emotions today. She’s celebrating her 15 year old daughter, Riley’s, incredible weight loss, while simultaneously reflecting on the struggle and hate Riley had to endure prior to this point.

Kandi Reveals Before & After Photos Of Riley, Reveals Her Pain

Previously, Kandi has shared Riley’s workout dedication online, but never actually showed her full progress until now. On Thursday (June 28, 2018), Kandi took to social media to praise her baby for reaching a milestone she’s fought hard to reach ever since September 2017- a total of 52 pounds shed. Riley’s now gone from weighing 220 pounds to 168 pounds. Kandi shared before and after pics on Instagram, along with a lengthy message about Riley.

First Kandi big up’ed her daughter for her hard work:

“I’m so proud of my baby @rileyburruss! Last year (around September I think) Riley decided to get serious about being fit. With the help of her trainer @iamthekingoffitness she’s lost 52lbs!!!! & she did it the right way by working out 5 days a week & watching her calorie intake. Shout out to her friends @olivervett & @jake.vett who worked out with her & helped her to stick to it. They also lost between 40-50lbs.

Kandi then revealed the pain she endured as she watched the amount of negativity Riley oftentimes received from haters online about her weight throughout the years:

“Y’all just don’t understand how hard it is to grow up in front of the public eye & in front of social media trolls who make negative comments about kids weight. Luckily Riley has tough skin & doesn’t let it bother her but as her mom it used to piss me off when trolls would make negative comments about her size. Nobody knew she was over 200lbs because my daughter is tall. She’s 5’9. & to be honest she wouldn’t tell anybody how much she weighed but now she proudly shares it because she wants to motivate other people who are going thru the Weightloss struggle. Riley is still working out 5 days a week. I’m so proud of her dedication. Now she doesn’t need help to stick to it because she’s got that self discipline that I don’t even have… Riley wants to help other young people get fit & help them thru the challenges she faced. Stay tuned to what my young boss has coming next! #ProudMom ❤️❤️❤️”

Riley Burruss Thanks Her Supporters

After her mother posted her progress, Riley decided to thank her many supporters who have been flooding her social media timeline with encouraging words. She also showed love to her trainer and friends who helped her:

Riley Burruss: “I just really want to send a big shoutout to @iamthekingoffitness because having an amazing trainer was very helpful throughout this journey and motivated me to keep going. I also want to thank my friends @jake.vett & @olivervett for keeping me motivated as well. My journey is not over. I have larger goals I am trying to reach and I hope everybody follows me throughout my journey. I’ve been seeing peoples comments about them struggling with weight loss. I know the struggle & its real. But it can be done. Roll with me and lets do it together! & i just want to thank every one for your supportive comments!”

Riley, who at 5’9″ is much taller than her 5’3″ mother, was always a beautiful young lady at 220 lbs., just as she is now at 168 lbs. We love the fact that no matter what, she seems happy in her own skin and proud of herself. True inner confidence can only be earned and not given, which is precisely what Riley is proving to herself throughout her journey, from her hard work mentally, physically, and emotionally. Congrats Riley!

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Nene Leakes: Thank You all so very much! Excuse how i had to type this as i am at different appts with Gregg so i just type when i can to keep you guys updated❤️ #lifeoftheleakes

In a new online post, Nene gave conflicting updates. She revealed that Greg has now had surgery to remove the cancer from his body, but apparently that isn’t the end of his fight. She says he’s now faced with having to undergo chemotherapy-presumably to treat any remaining cancer cells that are possibly still in his body- and is asking fans for advice (swipe left on her IG post below):

“The cancer was removed!,” Nene wrote to her Instagram followers. “Now we have to decide whether we do chemo or not…Would you?”

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In addition to thanking fans for showing so much love to Greg at this time, Nene also took a minute to thank her “Real Housewives of Atlanta” co-stars, past and present. In her post, she shouted out her homegirl, Cynthia Bailey, Kandi Burruss, Eva Marcille, Kenya Moore, Marlo Hampton, and Shamea Moore. She also thanked her RHOA rivals, Porsha Thomas and Kim Zolciak, as well as her former cast mates, Lisa Wu and Phaedra Parks. Each of those ladies apparently offered uplifting support to Nene and Greg and that’s a beautiful display of solidarity, regardless of any personal tension among them. Sometimes it takes heartbreaking situations, like this, to bring folks together.

In Case You Missed It

If you didn’t catch our prior report, on Wednesday (June 13) Nene announced that Greg is battling cancer. She shared a photo of him sitting in a doctor’s office chair, with his arms folded, in front of a computer that had the word “cancer” with a red line drawn through it on the screen.

In her photo caption, Nene (50) wrote, “Our New Normal and the fight begins,” giving a confident and hopeful message in the midst of her husband’s painful diagnosis. She also tagged her photo with the hashtags, “#F**kCancer,” “#YouGotThis” and “#ILoveYou.”

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Although Nene didn’t go into detail about the stage, nor type of cancer Greg has been diagnosed with, she did reveal that he’s in one of the best cancer treatment facilities in America. In her post, she shared that Greg was apparently receiving treatment at MD Anderson Cancer Center, located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston. MD Anderson has a top ranking as one of the most astounding cancer treatment facilities ever, so it’s encouraging to at least know that Greg is in good hands.

This heart-wrenching news comes just weeks after Nene had to cancel several of her comedy shows in May, due to Greg’s unexpected extended stay in a hospital. In a heartfelt online video message to her fans at that time, Nene apologized for canceling her shows, but explained why it was the best decision for herself, her fans and Greg.

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“Today marks the 15th day straight that Gregg has been in the hospital,” Nene stated in a video posted to Instagram. “I find it very difficult to stand on stage and laugh and have a good time and give you guys your money’s worth knowing that my husband is in the hospital not feeling well.”

At that time, she didn’t reveal the cause of his health problems, but clearly, Greg’s health was top priority and understandably so. Our continued prayers up for and well wishes to Greg Leakes at this time.

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