Erica Mena

Where Does Hip-Hop Really Stand on Colorism These Days?

BET’s essay series, Uncomfortable Conversations, dives into the ongoing, difficult topics that have dominated and plagued hip-hop for decades. Here, we tackle the realities of colorism.
10/11/2023

Bobby Lytes On His OG Status On ‘Love & Hip Hop: Miami,’ Becoming the Ultimate Villain, and Who’s To Blame In the Erica Mena/Spice Mess

Plus, the TV personality shares why he’s optimistic about the place LGBTQ+ artists hold in hip hop today.
09/22/2023

Erica Mena Claims ‘Monkey’ Remark Wasn’t Intended to be Racist in New Apology

The ‘Love & Hip Hop’ franchise has since parted ways with the reality star.
09/13/2023

Guiding Erica Mena and Other Colorists Towards Personal Growth & Raising Balanced Black Children

The fiery New Yorker faced backlash after an explosive racial comment towards dancehall artist Spice. Here's advice for navigating the dangerous terrain of colorism and personal responsibility.
09/11/2023
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Erica Mena And Safaree’s Divorce Finalized

Safaree was ordered to pay $4,305 a month in child support.
09/19/2022

Erica Mena And Safaree’s Divorce Finalized

Safaree has also reportedly been issued child support.
09/17/2022

Erica Mena Apologizes To Woman She Accused Of Stealing Her Jewelry

The reality star’s home was robbed back in May, but she may have called out the wrong culprit.
12/07/2021
Safaree on BET Buzz 2021
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Safaree Samuels Drops Controversial New Single 'Liar'

The rapper and Erica Mena filed for divorce in May.
07/28/2021
Safaree and Erica Mena on BET Buzz 2021
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Safaree Samuels Welcomes Baby No. 2 With Estranged Wife Erica Mena

There's “no hope of reconciliation,” according to Mena.
06/30/2021
SANDY SPRINGS, GEORGIA - AUGUST 29: Safaree Samuels and Erica Mena attend The 2019 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center on August 29, 2019 in Sandy Springs, Georgia(Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

Safaree Samuels Welcomes Baby No.2 With Estranged Wife Erica Mena

Erica Mena filed for divorce in May.
06/29/2021
SANDY SPRINGS, GEORGIA - AUGUST 29: Safaree attends The 2019 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center on August 29, 2019 in Sandy Springs, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BMI)

Safaree Samuels Responds To Rumors About Getting Another Woman Pregnant

He’s fighting to witness the birth of his second child.
06/13/2021