Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage Naturi Naughton is finally opening up about her recent split from her long-time boyfriend, Ben. The UNCENSORED star told ESSENCE, the two ended their relationship soon after their daughter Zuri was born. “I don’t want to be married if it’s not the right marriage and the right person. I went through […]

Born and raised in East Orange, New Jersey, Naturi Naughton grew up with her older brother, mother and father in a loving, happy household with strong family values. Naturi’s talent was recognized when she was 13-years old and asked to try out for the girl group 3LW. As the group shot to stardom, label and management fought to decide on the group’s identity – something they thought Naturi’s voice and image didn’t fit as to what should be the lead. From her controversial portrayal of Lil Kim in Notorious to her current role on Power, Naturi has proven to be a triple threat entertainer – all the while remaining as grounded, family oriented and as true to herself as the girl from East Orange, New Jersey.

When Naturi found out she'd be portraying Lil' Kim in Notorious she was honored and excited -- but it seems like the feeling was one-sided.

Too dark? Too soulful? Naturi Naughton reveals the drama that caused her to leave 3LW and the popular chicken eatery at the center of the controversy