Hollywood Divas (2014)
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.
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Episode 1 - Acting is Not a Spectator Sport
Release Date: 2014-10-08Four accomplished black actresses band together to self-produce an independent film.
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Episode 2 - I Am the Controller of This
Release Date: 2014-10-15Golden takes issues with Lisa's credentials as an actor; Elise's curious absence from the group.
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Episode 3 - Baby Steps
Release Date: 2014-10-22Paula's current living situation; Elise's dance group's performance.
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Episode 4 - Five Black Witches?
Release Date: 2014-10-29Paula's husband stands up to Paula's mother; a Hollywood producer questions the Divas' project.
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Episode 5 - Everybody Loves a Hot Mess
Release Date: 2014-11-05Elise's dance show; stage interviews to find a writer.
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Episode 6 - Bootygate
Release Date: 2014-11-12Elise posts a photo to the net; Golden makes advances on Paula's husband.
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Episode 7 - Who's the Director?
Release Date: 2014-11-19Paula misses the final meeting; Countess's elective surgery threatens to derail the project.
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Episode 8 - That's What a Boss Has to Do Sometimes
Release Date: 2014-12-03Countess's participation in the film is questioned; Paula's sudden departure leaves Elise hanging.
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Episode 9 - Reunion Special Pt 1
Release Date: 2014-12-10 -
Episode 10 - Reunion Special Pt 2
Release Date: 2014-12-17