NeNe Leakes

NeNe Leakes is a television personality, actress, entrepreneur, and author recognized for her work in reality television, scripted entertainment, and business. Leakes is best known as an original cast member of Bravo's reality television series, "The Real Housewives of Atlanta." She co-wrote the book "Never Make the Same Mistake Twice" with Denene Millner, which offers insights into her personal and professional journey.

Leakes expanded her career into scripted television, earning a recurring role as Roz Washington on the Fox series "Glee" and appearing as Rocky Rhoades on the NBC sitcom "The New Normal." She made her Broadway debut as Madame in Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Cinderella" and later performed as Matron Mama Morton in "Chicago." Leakes also participated in NBC's "The Celebrity Apprentice," ABC's "Dancing with the Stars," and served as a regular panelist on ABC's revival of the game show "To Tell the Truth."

As an entrepreneur, Leakes launched a clothing line on Home Shopping Network and established SWAGG boutiques in select cities across the United States. She owned The Linnethia Lounge, a restaurant and bar in Duluth, Georgia, further expanding her presence in the hospitality industry.

Leakes has publicly advocated for fair and respectful treatment in the entertainment industry, using her platform to address workplace issues. She has remained active with guest appearances on television sitcoms, daytime talk shows, game shows, and as the host and narrator of the Lifetime dating show "Outrageous Love." Throughout her career, Leakes has maintained a significant presence in pop culture, recognized for her contributions to reality television, fashion, and entrepreneurship.