Cast

Atlanta Cast

Joseline Hernandez: a Miami native, is a Latin rapper and singer discovered by Stevie J. Joseline's confidence is undeniable, and her "take no prisoners" attitude is evident in her drive. A former exotic dancer and personal trainer, Joseline is ready to take her place on the music charts with her own brand of Reggaeton music, infused with sexy lyrics and her spicy personality.  With her strip club days behind her, Joseline will not be stopped until she gets to where she wants to be - the top!

Stevie J: is a 3 time Grammy award winning songwriter, musician & producer. He rose to fame in the 90's when he made his mark as an in-house producer for Sean Puffy Comb's Bad Boy Entertainment.   As one of The Hitmen, Stevie J became a heavily sought after producer. He worked with such artists as Diddy, the Notorious B.I.G, Mariah Carey, Faith Evans and the Jacksons. Stevie J made headlines when he was romantically linked with rapper, Eve. Stevie has taken co-stars Mimi and Joseline on roller coaster rides the last 2 seasons; but in the upcoming season, Stevie will find out his love triangle maybe taking him for the ride of his life.

Mimi Faust: (Oluremi "Mimi" Faust) was the long-time girlfriend of Stevie J and the devoted mother of his three-year old daughter Eva. Torn away from her mother at the age of 13, Mimi quickly learned to be self-reliant and enterprising.  She's the owner of Keep It Clean Inc., an estate and commercial cleaning service, and is also working on new ventures. Ever loyal, Mimi has been there for Stevie throughout the lean times, holding it together and working in the background to support him and his career. With this new season, comes change. Mimi is set to put Stevie in her past and is on her way to a brand new future. However, the road to renewal is often fraught with speed bumps.

Rasheeda: is a homegrown "Georgia Peach," and an Atlanta based Hip Hop artist. She is also the mother of 12 year-old Ky with husband and show co-star Kirk Frost, whom she has been married to for 13 years.   She is signed to his label and management company, D-Lo Entertainment; a partnership that can sometimes prove challenging when trying to juggle business and family.  Rasheeda rose to fame with the success of her hit single "My Bubblegum," which is her biggest record to date and was the platinum ring tone on the box office smash, Paul Blart Mall Cop. In 2010, Rasheeda was the first independent artist nominated for BET's "Female Hip Hop Artist Of The Year." She is owner of ImBossy.com, a successful online apparel and accessories company. Rasheeda's 2013 LP release is entitled "Boss Chick Music. " Rasheeda proves as a woman you can have it all - a loving family and a poppin' career.

Kirk Frost: Owner of D-Lo Entertainment, is a well-respected fixture in the music industry. His career began with the Hip Hop trio Da Kaperz, which featured his wife, Rasheeda. His first platinum selling single was "Shorty Swing My Way," with the artist known as KP, another member of Da Kaperz. Today, in addition to managing Rasheeda, Kirk consults for many labels and artists on licensing and song placements.   He's had song placements in the movies Paul Blart Mall Cop, Beauty Shop, The Fog, and most recently Day of Wrath. His songs have also been in such TV shows as Lincoln Heights, CSI Miami, MTV's Cribs, What Chilli Wants and also Sony PlayStation.

Erica Dixon: is the longtime on again/off again girlfriend of Lil Scrappy, and mother of his 8 year old daughter, Emani. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Erica was raised in Hempstead, NY, by her aunt and uncle who took her in when her mother's drug addiction became a serious issue. She's the youngest girl of nine siblings, among them six brothers, who shaped her into the tough, headstrong person she is today. In the season one Reunion Special, Erica accepted Scrappy's marriage proposal, causing her romantic rival Shay Johnson to melt down. Will Erica and Scrappy's engagement weather the many personal and familial pressures put upon them?

Lil Scrappy: was discovered by Lil John and was one of the first acts signed to his Black Market Entertainment Recordings. Lil Scrappy amassed an eager following throughout the southeast region with the release of his 2003 hit single, "Head Bussa," which was used as the theme for the 2004 Atlanta Braves. His debut album, "Bred 2 Die Born 2 Live" was released under a joint venture of BME and G-Unit Records, and featured some of Hip Hop's hottest acts including Lil John, Yung Joc, Three 6 Mafia, Young Buck and 50 Cent. Dubbed the "Prince of the South," Lil Scrappy has a princess daughter, Emani, who is truly the apple of his eye. Scrappy is set to marry his fiancé Erica, but his Momma Dee will stop at nothing to prevent it.

Momma Dee: is the mother of two, Lil Scrappy, and his sister, Jasmine. She is a self-proclaimed over-doting mother and proud of it. Momma Dee is a resilient woman that has lived many lives. A former pimp, Momma Dee did what she had to do to provide for her children. Her other life experiences include singing, modeling, nursing, and catering. She's the ultimate "ride or die" chick!

Karlie Redd: is Hip Hop artist, model, dancer, and aspiring actress - a woman on a mission to entertain. She was born in New York, but grew up on the islands of Trinidad. By the age of 16, she booked over 40 appearances as a model in print and on TV. She is a graduate of the joint AFI & Los Angeles Film School Degree Program in Film Directing and Producing. As a dancer, she toured with the prestigious Alvin Ailey Dance Company. Karlie is now focused on her music career, and is working with some of the industry's top producers in preparation to release her debut album. Karlie received a "non-proposal" from her ex-boyfriend Benzino last season, and has now given up on love to focus on business.

Benzino: is a successful media entrepreneur, recording artist, actor and record producer who is widely recognized as a pioneer in the Hip Hop industry. He has been applauded across the social networks for the wisdom, common sense and chivalrous character he has displayed on "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta," first as Stevie J's best friend, then as Karlie Redd's love interest, and now as "The Love Doctor." He hosts the "Zino After Dark" weekly radio show on Atlanta's #1 station, V103, where he engages fans in discussions about relationships, food, fashion and entertainment. He has been a successful recording artist for the past two decades, best known for his hit single "Rock The Party," and now for his latest single, "Kiss Me Like You Miss Me" featuring Bobby V. Benzino is the creator of Hip Hop Weekly, which is currently the top-selling urban entertainment magazine on newsstands in America, and he is the co-founder of The Source, which, along with his partner Dave Mays, was developed into one of the entertainment industry's most profitable and influential magazine/media empires in the 1990's, including the highly-rated "The Source Awards" TV specials and compilation albums.

K. Michelle: joined the cast of season one of VH1's reality TV show Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta in 2012. During its run, Michelle announced she would be leaving the show after the second season to move to New York to join Love & Hip Hop: New York and focus more on her music career. Following her appearance on the reality series, Michelle signed a deal with Atlantic Records. In May 2013, she released the lead single from Rebellious Soul called "V.S.O.P.". The song peaked at number 89 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Last season K. Michelle left Atlanta and moved to New York to improve her music career.

New York cast

Rashidah Ali: Known as the “Blinged Out Bombshell”, has worked in the recording industry as an assistant to
music industry powerhouses, Phil Robinson and Harve Pierre and now manages a promotion and artist development company called 5 Approved. She was the former owner of 2 shoe stores in Atlanta and New York and has been affectionately referred to as the shoe consultant to the stars.She has appeared on various reality shows and will release her new shoe line called ENCORE.

Yandy Smith: got her start as Executive Assistant to Mona Scott-Young at Violator Management. Over the years she has worked with the likes of 50 Cent, Missy Elliott, and LL Cool J. Yandy managed the career of rapper Jim Jones and soon left Violator to focus on her client’s rising career. She became a consultant at Warner Music Group/Atlantic Records and was responsible for closing a joint venture deal for Jones with Columbia records. In 2008, Yandy gained recognition as one of Billboard Magazine’s Top 30 Executives under 30 and rejoined Scott-Young at Monami Entertainment where she holds the title of talent manager. Since her management relationship ended with Jim Jones, Yandy has focused her concentration on her popular lifestyle brand, Everything Girls Love where she President and Brand Manger. Yandy and her long-time boyfriend Mendeecees Harris live in NYC with their 7-year old son from and newborn son.

  Cyn Santana: Erica Mena‘s new girlfriend outside of the revelation that Cyn loves Chipotle and is a newbie when it comes
to dating women, we didn’t know much else about her. After a little digging, we discovered Cyn is a 21-year-old aspiring
model and actress who has been featured in videos from hip hop stars like Nas and 2 Chainz. There is more to come for
for Cyn Santana.

Erica Mena: was born and raised in the Bronx and has enough personality to take over the industry. Growing up, Erica was always in performing arts classes and her ambition and drive is unparalleled. After winning a Jennifer Lopez look-alike contest, it didn’t take long for Erica to create her own name in the modeling world. Erica landed many coveted roles in major music videos for artists Chris Brown, Akon, Fabolous, Fat Joe and many more. Wanting to branch out and expand, Erica has her sights set on a singing career and is working with Rich Dollaz to put out new music. Erica is a devoted mother to her son King, a fashion model, recording artist, actress, and a force to be reckoned with.

Tahiry Jose: charismatic urban model and NYC native, Tahiry Jose gained fame during the course of her very public relationship with rapper Joe Budden. Born to Dominican parents in Harlem, Tahiry is a model, an actress, an entrepreneur and holds a degree from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice. As the cover model for KING magazine, Tahiry generated one of the highest selling editions and has also graced the pages of many other magazines, including Complex, XXL and VIBE. Tahiry is now working on a line of gym apparel, a fitness DVD and focusing on acting lessons. Tahiry is proof that brains and beauty can successfully mix.

Amina Buddafly: Amina (formerly of “Black Buddafly”) was born and raised in Hamburg Germany, to a Senegalese father and a German mother. Together with her older sister Sophie and her twin Jazz, she began singing before she could talk. She and her sisters formed the group Black Buddafly and signed their first record deal in 1997 with BMG Germany. They released their first single “Choyce”. Black Buddafly was signed to Def Jam and J Records, they had a hit with “Rock-A-Bye”. After Black Buddafly disbanded, her sisters moved back to Germany. Amina went through all the ups and downs of the music business and then made the decision to only do what she loves without trying to please everyone else.

Erica Jean: Born in the Bronx and raised in Queens, NY, Erica Jean has always been addicted to the theater. Erica Jean has done several performances in the tri-state area including: James Baldwins’, Off Broadway production of Blues for Mister Charlie. Her love of acting continues, but as a hobby. Erica Jean’s main focus these days is raising her very energetic son, Stephen, aka “Lil,” B”, that she has with Rapper Saigon. She is currently continuing her education to become a nurse.

Tara Wallace: Southern belle, Taranasha Wallace, was born and raised in a small-town of Mississippi andmoved to NYC to pursue her dream of acting. She holds a degree in Dramatic Art from Jackson State Universityand a MFA in acting from NY’s Actors Studio Drama School. She is the manager and a well-known face at a hot-spot in NYC’s trendy meatpacking district, but has never lost sight of her dream of being an actress. Tara is the long-time girlfriend of rapper, Peter Gunz. They have been together over 13 years and live with their 2 children.

Peter Gunz: is best known for his platinum record, Déjà Vu (Uptown Baby), which he recorded with fellow NYC rapper Lord Tariq. Déjà Vu peaked at number nine on the US Charts and Peter toured the world, collaborating with artists such as, Big Pun, Fat Joe, Mariah Carey, Ice Cube and KRS-One, to name a few. Nowadays, Peter is a doting father to his children, oldest being rapper Cory Gunz who is currently signed to Young Money Entertainment.
He is a multi-instrumentalist and a manager to three artists: Amina Buddafly (formerly of Black Buddafly), Cory Gunz (Young Money Entertainment) and Jibreel (played young Michael Jackson in the Broadway Play Motown).
Peter lives with his girlfriend of 13 years and co-star of LHHNY Taranasha Wallace along with their 2 children, Jamison (5) and Kaz (2). Peter spends his time working out and going to see live music every night (mainly at the Village Underground, where his artist, girlfriend, and LHHNY co-star Amina is the singer for the house-band.)

Rich Dollaz: started his successful career in the music industry as an intern at Bad Boy Records where Sean "P. Diddy" Combs (formerly known as "Puffy") gave him the name Rich Dollaz. At Bad Boy, Rich learned the ropes of the industry and was able to work with the careers of Ryan Leslie, Cassie and Cheri Dennis. He currently does radio promotions for Interscope Records and is the CEO of Dollaz Unlimited. He also started a record label with fellow LHHNY cast member Yandy Smith. Rich recently started a foundation for battered women and children in Memphis called "Miracles House Of Restoration".

Mandeeces Harris: is from the St. Nicholas Projects in Harlem, NY and a well-known name throughout NYC. Over the years he has concentrated on real estate endeavors and on building an empire in the music industry. He owns Beat Factory studio in the Bronx and manages NYC-based rappers, Vado and Webstar, Mega producer Stats & Fetti. Artists on his roster have been responsible for hits like, Ja Rule's "U&Me feat. Lil Mo," "Get The Money," "Million Dollar Jewelry," "She Got it," and several hits for Bad Boy recording artist Cassie as well. Mandeecees is the longtime boyfriend of Yandy Smith. The couple has been together for 6 years and recently had their first son, "Omere".

Joe Budden: was born in Harlem, NY and raised in Jersey City, NJ. He is widely considered one of the most gifted lyricists in the hip hop game thanks to some of his works on various mixtapes. In early 2012, Joe Budden is also widely known for various high-profile relationships, publicized by the media, in his lyrics, and on Twitter. Joe lives his life very publicly and has hundreds of thousands of fans that follow his every move on social networks. Joe has been in the studio this year working on his album and a new Slaughterhouse album as well.