With stardom come challenges that make celebrities face the reality of Tinsel Town. Five actresses profiled on "Hollywood Divas" experience the dark side of fame, like being blackballed by the industry over a personal relationship or confronting image issues over what others say about them. Golden Brooks thinks reality stars usurp actresses' roles; Countess Vaughn believes her physique limits her roles; Paula Jai Parker feels shunned for marrying a production aide; Lisa Wu strives for respect as an actress; Elise Neal, nearing 50, reignites her dance troupe.
CreatorsTodd Tucker, Carlos King
Acting is Not a Spectator Sport
Oct 8, 2014
Four accomplished black actresses band together to self-produce an independent film.
I Am the Controller of This
Oct 15, 2014
Golden takes issues with Lisa's credentials as an actor; Elise's curious absence from the group.
Baby Steps
Oct 22, 2014
Paula's current living situation; Elise's dance group's performance.
Five Black Witches?
Oct 29, 2014
Paula's husband stands up to Paula's mother; a Hollywood producer questions the Divas' project.
Everybody Loves a Hot Mess
Nov 5, 2014
Elise's dance show; stage interviews to find a writer.
Bootygate
Nov 12, 2014
Elise posts a photo to the net; Golden makes advances on Paula's husband.
Who's the Director?
Nov 19, 2014
Paula misses the final meeting; Countess's elective surgery threatens to derail the project.
That's What a Boss Has to Do Sometimes
Dec 3, 2014
Countess's participation in the film is questioned; Paula's sudden departure leaves Elise hanging.
Reunion Special Pt 1
Dec 10, 2014
No description available.
Reunion Special Pt 2
Dec 17, 2014
No description available.
Felicity
@FelicityBliss
A reality show about five women of color and their experiences working in Hollywood in the acting industry. The episodes are interesting and varied, giving details on personal lives and the lives of friends and family members by extension. What I learned from this series: some of these women are extremely childish, unprofessional, and mean-girlish at their big age. Although I will still enjoy their acting performances, I don't like some of them as people.
