About The Belle

Sheilah Belle “The Belle” has worked in the field of broadcast news, journalism and with the press for over 25 years. The Belle is also the Mid-Day host 10am to 3p.m., for one of the most powerful Gospel radio stations in the country with 100,000 watts of power, Monday through Friday @ Radio One’s Praise 104.7 FM, Richmond, VA. Among her many honors, Ms. Belle was inducted into the Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2005, has been honored by the Gospel Music Workshop of America Gospel Announcers Guild, with the Print Media Award for 2007, the Crystal Mic Award, Rhythm of Gospel Awards Print Media, several Community Service Awards and received two appointments by then Virginia Governor Douglas L. Wilder. She has worked as a News Reporter for BET, WWL TV 4 in New Orleans, WRIC-TV, Richmond, VA, The Light and the Sheraton Broadcasting Network, Health Producer, for the ABC Richmond, VA TV affiliate, and Talk Show Hostess from New Orleans to New York for television and radio. Ms. Belle also works as a Media Consultant and Publicist. She is now recognized as one of the most respected Multi-Media Journalist in the country and has become a highly requested Inspirational speaker as she continues to grow her ministry to inspire and uplift others. As a result, she is NOW doing more speaking engagements in Churches, Music Workshops, Conferences, and Non-Profit Organizations with topics ranging from Ministry to Social Media.

One of gospel music’s leading choir conductors and tunesmiths J.J. Hairston of the award-winning group, Youthful Praise, has been appointed Director of Music at City of Praise Family Ministries, headquartered in Mitchellville, MD where Bishop Joel & Ylawnda Peebles serve as the pastors. “The Word taught by Bishop Peebles is awesome,” Hairston says. “I look […]

Brentwood, TN — Worth Fighting For, the highly anticipated album by Stellar Award Winner, Brian Courtney Wilson is available for purchase in stores and at all digital outlets today. This will be the third album release from Wilson, and a debut from his new label home, Motown Gospel. Produced by the label’s VP of A&R […]

Richmond, VA — Former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell was sentenced today to two years in prison for federal corruption charges. U.S. District Judge James Spencer said the former governor must report to prison on Feb. 9. McDonnell’s wife will be sentenced Feb. 20. The sentence could also be seen as a victory for McDonnell’s attorneys. Prosecutors […]

Lead Over 1,000 Individuals to Make Spiritual Decisions During New Year’s Eve All White Party PR — Chesapeake, VA — It has been ask can any good thing come out of VA? Well to name a few you have Timbaland, Missy Elliott, Chris Brown, Trey Songz, Ruth Brown, Maggie Ingram, Sheilah Belle, Virginia Airs, James […]

On Saturday, Pastor Andrae Crouch was rushed to the hospital following Cardiac Arrest.  The doctors have labeled his situation as very serious and his family is asking for your prayers.  Below is an official statement from Crouch sister Sandra. OFFICIAL STATEMENT: On Saturday, January 3rd, my brother, Andrae Crouch, was taken to the hospital so […]

TBR — Recording artist Veronica Petrucci (Angelo & Veronica) has been cast in the upcoming film, “But Deliver Us From Evil”, written and directed by Joshua Coates. The Latin singer/songwriter will be featured in her film debut as the wife of a prominent pastor in this movie thriller. Cast members include veteran actor Eric Roberts […]

The Soprano Section of “Heal Our Land” during recording session including Lisa Winn, Laymetha Reed Guy, Sheilah Belle, Yvette, Monica Lucas, Amanda Montague, Lechelle Smith, Timnequa Sherin, Bree Richardson and Racquel Bagby with James James and Joseph “JoJo” Clark (right) TBR — Richmond, VA — Emtro Records Producer/Songwriter James Johnson and about sixty singers turned […]

So here it is! The problem that many of us had in 2014 was our focus. The enemy kept us focused on things that didn’t work out, those who treated us or did us wrong, problems and anything NOT positive! BUT For 2015 many of us will find ourselves in transition on where God is […]

Richmond, VA – Congratulations to RESOUND.  Group members Joseph B Clarke Jessica Fox Mariah Hargrove  landed a spot on Good Morning America, Monday, December 22, 2014, closing out the show with a special a cappella arrangement of a Christmas Carol. So far the group has more than 1 million views on Facebook and growing. Needless […]

Look who stopped by to say “Hi” to The Belle What a nice surprise to see Elsa and Olaf from the movie FROZEN!  The two stopped by St. Paul’s Baptist Church, Richmond, VA.  They are truly a fan favorite for many! Courtesy of http://www.thebellereport.com   http://www.twitter.com/thebellereport   http://www.youtube.com/thebellereport

IT’S OFFICIAL! Virginia State Delegate Joe Morrissey (D – Henrico) says he WILL  resign from his seat in the General Assembly and he has already tendered his resignation. However, there may be a  catch. Morrissey says he wants voters to decide his political future and added that he will run again for his seat during […]

We’re just having some fun here in the Praise studio and wanted to make sure you knew that you were invited.  So be sure to join your sister Monday through Friday, 2p.m. – 7p.m. on Praise 104.7FM in Richmond, VA and get ready to get your praise on!