About Shamika Sanders

Shamika Sanders is the managing editor for HelloBeautiful where she carries out a vision to uplift Black women by telling their unique stories. She began working at iOneDigital in 2011 and has penned articles for iOneDigital, Essence, Billboard, and has interviewed celebrities like Oprah, Viola Davis, Denzel Washington, and Regina King. Shamika is a seasoned reporter with over 10 years of experience in digital media. She is the mother of an adorable two-year-old, enjoys spending time with her friends and family, enjoys good music, and good eats. Keep up with her on social media.

 Chris Rock Has Some Words For Jennifer Lawrence Chris Rock holds no punches when it comes to race politics. The comedian was interviewed for a profile on Leslie Jones (‘Saturday Night Live’) in the New Yorker, where he made comments on the inequalities Black women face in Hollywood. “Black women have the hardest gig in […]

When it comes to reality TV, most people either love or hate it. Whether you’re a fan of franchises like Love & Hip Hop, Real Housewives of Atlanta or not, there was no escaping the virality of some moments that will go down in boob tube history. Scroll through our list of the top reality […]

Update- 12/31 Cam Newton confirmed rumors he and his longtime girlfriend welcomed a baby into the world last week. The stellar quarterback asked for privacy on Twitter, adding he kept the birth secret to avoid team distractions. Congrats! Original story continues below. Cam Newton danced in the end zone after scoring a touchdown this Sunday […]

The NY Knicks are down a teammate after one of their own was shot in the leg during a robbery outside a Queens strip club early this morning. According to reports, perpetrators shot Cleanthony Early in the right knee after demanding his cash and belongings, including: his iPhone 6, two gold chains and the gold […]

Turn up the holiday festivities this year with some Ciroc cocktails.

Kimoji Breaks The Internet Kim Kardashian’s Kimoji keyboard is making major bank after shutting down the Apple store shortly after its release. According to Complex, the app of Kim’s body parts, Kim’s crying face and Kim’s favorite things (money, donuts and leather jackets) makes approximately $1 million per minute. The app, which costs $1.99, was […]

Get all the nostalgic feels with this intimate performance by Monica at HelloBeautiful InterludesLIVE.

And just like that, Teyana Taylor is back to her old slim self. The ‘Do Not Disturb’ songstress took to Instagram to show off her flat belly after giving birth just a few days ago and the results are unbelievable. Teyana isn’t the first celeb to flaunt their post-baby shape. CoCo riled up the Internet […]

As 2015 comes to an end, #TeamBeautiful (and guests) take a look back at the biggest moments of the year.

Shanice Williams knew The Wiz Live was going to be special after director Kenny Leon delivered a riveting prayer that affirmed what she had known since the first day of rehearsal, ‘this is going to be amazing and that’s what happened.’ The New Jersey native auditioned to be in The Wiz Live after reading about […]

Bad B*tched On Deck made their ‘Love & Hop Hop NY’ debut last week in a tough rap battle that showed off their killer instincts. With the world watching and countless critics, BBOD have something to prove. Get to know the basics on BBOD, below: Name: Moe Money, Sexxy Lexxy Hometown: Harlem Age: 25 Musical […]