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.
Acting is not a spectator sport
I am the controller of this
Baby steps
Five black witches?
Everybody loves a hot mess
Bootygate
Who's the director?
That's what a boss has to do sometimes
Reunion special pt 1
Reunion special pt 2
Side eye and side deals
Rocking the boat
Do the “right” thing
A 'forrest' full of shade
The sista is back!
Reunion special pt 1
Reunion pt. 2
Out with the old, in with the new
Liar, liar, pimps on fire
No laughing matter
Bikinis and backstabbing
Star tour & star wars
Prom-ises
The reunion part one
The reunion part two
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