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.

It came as a surprise to us all when it was reported that Keyshia Cole was arrested for assaulting a female–Sabrina Mercadel–she found in Cash Money boss man Birdman’s house at 5am. We’re not sure if we’re more taken aback by news that Cole was hauled off to jail on a $46,000 bond or that […]

When Kem touched the stage at HelloBeautiful InterludesLives, two things happened: women went crazy and well…women went crazy. Kem has the kind of confidence that commands a room and an aura that fans call “sexy.” The Detroit-native sings with an unmatched passion and his music is reminiscent of the tunes your grand daddy listens to. […]

Jay & Bey’s Wedding Pic Ever wanted to know how Beyonce looked on her wedding day? What Jay Z wore or how they gazed into each others eyes at the alter? If you’re like us, that answer is “hell yeah!” Fans were given a glimpse into the Carter wedding by Beyonce’s fan page “BeyLite,” that […]

Alexandra Shipp has the look but does she have what it takes to pull off playing baby girl? We’ll see on November 15, when “Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B” premieres on Lifetime. Produced by Howard Braunstein, Debra Martin Chase and Wendy Williams, “Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B” is based on the bestselling book Aaliyah: More […]

Jay & Bey Renew Their Vows What divorce? Jay Z and Beyonce’s marriage appears to be thriving. Don’t believe us? Just head to Instagram for a glimpse at their romantic Corsica vacation where they’ve been celebrating Bey’s 33rd birthday. According to reports, the Carters renewed their vows on the breath-taking island. Grazina Magazine reports, “They […]

Teairra Mari burst onto the scene in 2004 with Jay Z as her mentor and Rihanna in her shadow. Her hit single “How To Make A Girl Feel” reached number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number nine on the R&B charts. She was poised to be the leading lady of Rocafella, and surely […]

Rising R&B star August Alsina was performing at Irving Plaza in downtown Manhattan for a screaming audience when the “I Luv This Sh*t” singer suddenly passed out and fell off stage. Security and stage hands rushed to his aid and he was quickly carried away. According to witnesses, he was taken out on a stretcher […]

Chris Brown & Trey Songz Drop “Tuesday” & “Made Me” We’re going to be hearing and seeing a lot more music and sexy images from Chris Brown and Trey Songz and we’re so here for it. The sexy crooners recently announced their joint tour and teased fans with a set of remixes to get the […]

The Carters Debut Short Film Now that’s good PR! Just a month ago, it was rumored that Jay Z and Beyonce were on the brink of divorce, now the happy couple are allegedly expecting baby number two and back to robbing banks…or whatever crime spree they’re emulating during the “On The Run” tour. Jay and […]

Is Blue going to have a baby sister or brother? The rumor mill has been buzzing with whispers that Beyonce is pregnant and Jay just thew lighter fluid on the flames! Last night, during the Paris stop of the “On The Run” tour, Jay Z allegedly changed the lyrics to his song ‘Beach Is Better’ […]

HelloBeautiful.com’s “Base Level” column features the hottest new artists we’re buzzing about. Before they make it to the summit of superstardom, we spot them at base level–the beginning of their hopeful journey to the top. It’s almost hard to believe that Amor Kismet are all sisters. One is equally as beautiful as the next and they […]