Her film career began with a starring role in the HBO romantic comedy, Amore, where she portrayed a young singer. She is also credited with a song on the soundtrack. She went on to star with Swoozie Kurtz in the children's movie, Storybook. Next up, was a Lifetime movie, Follow Your Heart, with Ted McGinley and Leah Remini. Brenda performed two songs for this soundtrack along with Anita Pointer (Pointer Sisters) and Philip Ingram. Brenda won the coveted Angel Award for best song duet for If You Believe.

Brenda's life hit the covers of magazines and television shows with in-depth reporting. Westlake Malibu Lifestyle (2017), Women's World, TV Guide, Soap Opera Digest, USA Today, LA Times, Allo! (France) and Telepoche (France) all published extensive stories. People Magazine covered her wedding with an eight page spread. Brenda has been featured on shows such as Oprah, CNN, CBS Morning News, TBN, The Howie Mandel Show, E! Entertainment, PAX, and Good Morning New York. Most recently, Brenda was truly honored to share her story on CBN the 700 Club, and TBN.