You may have noticed on your DIRECT TV recently that more and more music stars are making the jump from the sound studio to the big screen and vice versa. Here are a few of the notable reality stars to look out for – and, fair warning, they’re all Real Housewives.
Melissa: Ah, the star of Real Housewives of New Jersey (arguably), Melissa seems to think she’s got the voice to make millions. Her sweet husband built her a music studio in the basement but her prowess and ability has yet to be seen.
Countess Luann: The most prim and proper member of the Real Housewives of New York, Luann has not one but TWO singles that have touched the charts. We won’t say what we think about them but uh, better stick to social engagements, Luann.
Kim: Kim. You know her already. She’s the buxom blonde of Atlanta Housewives who started this whole trend with her single “Tardy for the Party.” We really wished she’d stopped there but no, she went on a music tour and is apparently still thinking about new singles to put out.
From Housewives to…the Grammys?
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