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.

Masika Releases Statement In “LHHH” Domestic Violence Incident It’s been days since “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” star Masika Tucker was attacked by her boyfriend Yung Berg following the “LHHH” reunion taping. The violent encounter left Masika with bruises and scratches all over her body after she was allegedly choked and dragged by her hair […]

Gone are the days of hanging out at the local bar in hopes of finding Mr. Right as he enjoys a cold brew, in a crisp navy suit, after a hard day’s work. The rise of Internet dating sites like Tinder and OKCupid and social media outlets like Instagram and Twitter have allowed individuals seeking […]

Despite a fickle fan base of women and gay men who define their vocabulary with “Bloop,” NeNe Leakes will always be the most favored “Real Housewives Of Atlanta” cast member which is why she only rolls solo to “Watch What Happens Live.” Don’t get it twisted. NeNe, wearing every ounce of makeup in her Louis […]

Nicki Performs New Song At 2014 EMAs Besides subtle teases on Instagram and brief relationship-esque mentions in interviews, Nicki Minaj rarely talks about her private life, but it seems like the “Pinkprint” rapper is opening up about it via her new music. Last night, during the 2014 EMAs, Nicki debuted a new song, titled “Bed […]

On the heels of a disappointing turnout by Blacks at the primary election, the release of the trailer of the highly anticipated historical film “Selma”– that chronicles the pivotal three-month period in 1965, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. led a dangerous campaign to secure equal voting rights— begs the question, have we forgotten the […]

New Details Emerge In ‘Love & Hip Hop Hollywood’ Abuse Incident News details have emerged in the shocking domestic violence incident involving Yung Berg and his girlfriend Masika Tucker that erupted after the “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” reunion earlier this week. According to the criminal complaint, obtained by TMZ, Masika claimed Berg, “hit me […]

Nicki’s New Spread Nicki Minaj graces the cover of V Magazine’s Winter issue, stomping through the rose garden of her pretend palace in a daring pair of cherry red pumps that we’d give our left kidney for. The headline reads “Her Royal Minajesty Returns,” and we’re still trying to figure out when she left?! Nicki […]

Oh Lawd. When will Mona Scott-Young learn that these “Love & Hip Hop” reunions never end well? Last night, during the “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” reunion taping, Ray J’s girlfriend Princess Love attacked his former assistant Morgan Hardman, who was reportedly accusing him of abuse — a claim she also made a few weeks […]

‘LHHH’ Star Arrested For Attacking GF It isn’t all love for “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” star Yung Berg. The super producer was arrested for domestic violence after allegedly choking an unnamed woman and causing her “obstruction of breathing.” Berg and the victim were at the Gershwin Hotel when it all happened. According to TMZ, Berg […]

Did Nicki Minaj Jack Up Her Ex-Boyfriend’s Car? Who unleashed Roman? Nicki Minaj and her longtime boyfriend Safaree broke up earlier this year after rumors suggested he was jealous of Nicki’s success. Well, that may be only partially true. According to TMZ, the real reason Nicki and Safaree ultimately ended their relationship was because they […]

Jagged Edge Brings Back R&B As a loyal fan of Jagged Edge, I was oozing with delight when I found out they planned to revisit their classic opus “J.E. Heartbreak” and release “J.E Heartbreak 2.” I thought of all the great songs on the original and immediately burst into song, “Can’t take another heartbreak.” Seriously, […]

Karrueche & Chris Brown Pregnant? Chris Brown has certainly matured since his days in Chrianna. A recent interview with Hot 97’s Ebro if proof of this. Chris, who’s promoting his recently released album “X,” opened up, during the candid sit-down, about his girlfriend Karrueche and how he plans on making her his wife one day. […]