By Esther Callens
Returning for a third season revealing the ups and downs in the daily lives of six famed ladies is R&B Divas Atlanta. Yes, they are back with 10 one hour episodes with the first to broadcast April 23rd on TV One. Showing the concealed side of some of Rhythm and Blues brightest talents, R&B Divas takes an up-close, personal look at the ladies. What is exposed are their victories and defeats whether it be business or family.
The shocking ending of season two on R&B Diva Atlanta left fans in a tailspin. Due to the overall fallout drama, Nicci Gilbert, Faith Evans and La Tocha will not be returning this season. Original cast divas Syleena Johnson, KeKe Wyatt, Angie Stone and Monifah Carter will be joined by LaTavia Roberson (Destiny’s Child) and Kamelah Williams (702). This season proves to be quite eventful as Monifah’s wedding and a few shocking surprises take place.
Cast info: Syleena Johnson is a singer, songwriter and actress. Duke University is where she studied vocal and music. She has recorded numerous titles of which All Falls Down earned her a Grammy nomination she shared with Kanye West. KeKe Wyatt began singing in church. As a teen she auditioned for and sang with numerous girl groups. Her 2001 debut album, Soul Sista proved to be a Platinum seller. Singer, songwriter, record producer and actress Angie Stone’s career began to take flight as a member of the female rap group, The Sequence. She is a three time Grammy Award nominee. Monifah Carter was a background vocalist for Reggae sensation – Maxi Priest. Her double Platinum CD, Mo’Hogany included bestselling single, “Touch It”. La Tavia Roberson is a singer, songwriter and model. As a former member of the World’s Bestselling Girls Group Destiny’s Child, she has amassed many accolades including two Grammy Awards. With lead singer Kamelah Williams, 702’s debut album went Gold. Since leaving the trio, Kamelah has worked with numerous talents by co-writing a number of hits.
R&B Divas Atlanta is a Thinkfactory production. It can be viewed on TV One.
