As filming for the original “R&B Divas” continues in Atlanta, TV One announces the names of cast members for the upcoming spinoff “R&B Divas: LA.” And the roll call is: Powerhouses Kelly Price, Chante Moore, and Lil’ Mo, Claudette Ortiz from the group City High, ex-girlfriend of Dr. Dre and Suge Knight singer Michel’le, and Dawn Robinson, formerly of En Vogue.
Cameras will follow around the women during their everyday lives as they cope with divorces and regain their musical identities. The show will follow Kelly Price as she continues on her singing and acting career, all while being mother of three and wife to husband/manager Jeffrey Rolle. Chante Moore will update fans on what she’s been up to: The recently divorced (from singer Kenny Lattimore) mother of two is preparing to star in a Broadway musical called Gospel Soul Rock n’ Roll and prepping a 2013 album. Lil Mo’s resume of collabs read like a book. Cameras will document her journey to re-gain that musical dominance after taking a hiatus to focus on her family in husband/manager Phillip Bryant and four children. Fans will be caught up to date on Claudette Ortiz of City High fame. The single mother of three is divorced from City High member Ryan Toby after a rough marriage, and is attempting to revive her music career. Find out what’s been going on with ex-En Vogue member Dawn Robinson; she’s focusing on forming another group called GLAMM and releasing a book. And lastly, tune in to witness Michel’le Toussaint's current life. She’s the ex-girlfriend of Dr. Dre and ex-wife of Suge Knight who released two albums, the first under Easy-E’s label. The show will reveal her life as she steps out back on the dating scene and writing a memoir.
TV One ordered eight episodes and production begins this month with a projected to airing in fall 2013.
What do you think of this lineup?
Are you ready for the divas to take over TV One? Get ready, because it’s about to go down! TV One has just announced their cast of ‘R&B Divas: LA’, guaranteed to bring tons of drama and excitement. With some familiar faces and some new ones, this is sure to be one wild ride. Keep reading to find out who will be on the show and what we can expect from them!
The first two names that come up when talking about R&B DivasLA are Chante Moore and Lil’ Mo. Both have been in the music industry for decades now, with a history filled with success. They’ll be bringing all their talent and experience as they join forces with Christina Milian, Claudette Ortiz-Coleman (formerly of City High), Michel’le Toussaint, Leela James, and Dawn Robinson (formerly of En Vogue). You know these ladies won’t mess around – they’re here to make moves!
It sounds like this season promises lots of entertainment as each diva brings something unique to the table. We can look forward to learning more about how these strong women got where they are today, while also watching them navigate life in Los Angeles together. Get ready for plenty of laughter, tears, drama – everything you’d expect from ‘R&B Divas: LA’.
Show Overview
TV One is proud to present its newest series, R&B Divas: LA. The show follows the lives of five influential and successful female singers as they navigate their careers in Los Angeles. These divas are dedicated to pursuing their passions while living out their dreams in Tinseltown.
The stars of the show include Chante Moore, Leela James, Lil’ Mo, Claudette Ortiz, and Michel’le. Each woman has achieved success in her own right but together these powerful ladies bring a unique dynamic that will surely entertain viewers nationwide. They offer an honest look into how each one deals with the pressures and rewards of fame in Hollywood and beyond.
R&B Divas: LA premieres on TV One this fall and promises to be an amazing journey for fans both old and new. Get ready for a music-filled ride with some of today’s most talented women!
Starring Cast
The cast of R&B Divas: LA is comprised of five talented and accomplished female singers. Each woman brings her own unique perspective to the show, as well as a wealth of experience in music and entertainment. Here’s what we know so far about each star:
Chante Moore has been singing professionally for over two decades. She’s released seven studio albums with hits such as ‘Love’s Taken Over’ and ‘It’s Alright’. Chante continues to tour around the world and recently appeared on season nine of The Voice.
Leela James is an acclaimed songstress who has won multiple awards including Ozone Magazine’s Best Female Vocalist Award three times in a row. Her latest single, ‘Don’t Want You Back’, reached number one on Billboard’s Adult R&B chart last year.
Lil Mo is an artist whose career spans more than 20 years across television, film, radio, fashion, and philanthropy. Lil Mo has written songs for many stars like Missy Elliott and Faith Evans while also releasing four solo albums that include hit singles such as ‘Superwoman Part II.’
Claudette Ortiz was previously part of Grammy-nominated R&B group City High. Their hit single ‘What Would You Do?’ topped charts all over the world. Claudette now works as a business manager for women in the entertainment industry while still recording music under her own name.
Finally Michel’le is known for her signature high-pitched voice which can be heard on timeless classics like Dr Dre’s ‘No Diggity’ or Tupac Shakur’s ‘Keep Ya Head Up.’ Her debut album went platinum during its release back in 1989 and she continues to perform nationwide today.
These five divas are sure to bring plenty of drama and excitement when they come together this fall! From their powerful vocal performances to their personal struggles behind closed doors, viewers will get an intimate look into these ladies’ lives on TV One’s newest reality series – R&B Divas: LA!
Conclusion
I am thrilled to see the cast of TV One’s newest show, R&B Divas: LA. This new series is sure to be a hit with its talented lineup of singers and songwriters who have graced the music industry for decades. With these women at the forefront, it promises to be an entertaining journey through their lives as they navigate the ups and downs of fame in Los Angeles.
These ladies are no strangers to success, each having achieved great accomplishments during their careers. From Grammy-winning artists like Chante Moore and Michel’le, to multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter Claudette Ortiz from City High, there will surely be something for everyone on this show. I’m excited to watch them collaborate musically and showcase their individual personalities throughout the season.
It goes without saying that this is going to be one amazing ride! I can’t wait to tune in every week and get lost in all the drama and excitement that comes along with being part of such a powerful group of women. It’ll definitely be worth watching!
