Welcome to the first, and likely last, edition of a new THG contest: Guess the Painted Baby Bump! One of the best known pregnant women in the world took to her Twitter this morning and posted a message that reads: “My attempt @ festiveness on 327! For ATLITL thank u + I♥U! Comin soon #dembabies! LYMA+thanx 4 making me happy:).” She included the following photo with the Tweet. To whom does the tummy belong? Take your best guess, click on the picture for the answer and win a lifetime of pride if you’re correct…
Tito Jackson, Jane Fonda and Kimora Lee Simmons also remember the late actress. By James Dinh Elizabeth Taylor in 1975 Photo: Getty Images Following the news of Elizabeth Taylor’s death at age 79 on Wednesday (March 23), many celebrities have publicly mourned the silver-screen icon. “We have just lost a Hollywood giant, but more importantly we have lost an incredible human being,” Elton John said in a statement that highlighted Taylor’s “extraordinary talent as a young actress,” “very essence of glamorous movie stardom” and “courage in standing up and speaking out about AIDS.” Also admiring Taylor’s humanitarian efforts is Tito Jackson, who called the showbiz heavyweight “an impactful person in this industry and on society as a whole.” “I specifically admire her charitable efforts including bringing early awareness to HIV/AIDS,” Jackson said in a statement. “Most memorable is her steadfast loyalty and unwavering friendship to my late brother Michael Jackson. Liz provided a sense of relief and comfort to my brother at various difficult times in his life, and I appreciate that, may she rest in peace.” Mariah Carey took to Twitter to mourn the loss of Taylor, writing, “R.I.P. Elizabeth Taylor an incomparable legend who will live forever.” Friend and “Blue Bird” co-star Jane Fonda also offered a simple memory: “Elizabeth, on every level, was a mensch. Kind, generous, brave.” “Elizabeth Taylor…1 of the most beautiful women n the world passed away 2day,” Kimora Lee Simmons tweeted. “Her dignity, grace, beauty+talent shall b remembered always.” Kim Kardashian , who recently interviewed the late actress for the March issue of Harper’s Bazaar, tweeted, “I am so saddened about the passing of Elizabeth Taylor! She will always be my idol!” Kim’s sisters followed suit with their remembrance of the actress by highlighting the starlet’s ravishing beauty. “RIP to the glamour goddess Elizabeth Taylor. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Thank you for the memories,” Khlo
Simon Cowell has not announced full lineup yet. By Gil Kaufman Nicki Minaj Photo: Jason LaVeris/ Getty Images Simon Cowell knows how this hype game works. As his old cronies at “American Idol” chug along just fine without him, the former Minister of Mean has managed to stoke the fires for months with speculation about who might sit on the judging panel of his upcoming U.S. version of the “X Factor” reality singing competition. The latest names thrown into the mix are the most unlikely to date: Nicki Minaj and bad girl singer/actress Taylor Momsen. An “X Factor” spokesperson did not return requests for comment, and both artists’ camps offered a “no comment” on the rumors. The New York Post. claimed Minaj met with Cowell a few weeks ago in Los Angeles and that the meeting went well and Cowell thought she fit in well with his plan to find a next-generation musical talent on what he has promised will be the “best judging panel” on TV . Among the other names that have been tossed in the hopper over the past few months: former Pussycat Dolls leader Nicole Scherzinger, Rihanna, Enrique Iglesias, Cowell’s former “Idol” sparring partner Paula Abdul, Jessica Simpson, ex-Spice Girl Mel B, former Destiny’s Child singer Kelly Rowland, fallen star George Michael, British pop singer Cheryl Cole and ex-Sony boss Tommy Mottola. Celebuzz claimed that former “Gossip Girl” bad girl Momsen is also in the running. The 17-year-old Pretty Reckless singer is apparently also being considered because she would bring a “young, hip and edgy” vibe to the show. With auditions for the show kicking off Sunday in Los Angeles, only one judge’s seat has been filled. Last week, it was announced that famed producer and former Island Def Jam CEO Antonio “L.A.” Reid had joined the show, though one of Reid’s former prot
Simon Cowell has not announced full lineup yet. By Gil Kaufman Nicki Minaj Photo: Jason LaVeris/ Getty Images Simon Cowell knows how this hype game works. As his old cronies at “American Idol” chug along just fine without him, the former Minister of Mean has managed to stoke the fires for months with speculation about who might sit on the judging panel of his upcoming U.S. version of the “X Factor” reality singing competition. The latest names thrown into the mix are the most unlikely to date: Nicki Minaj and bad girl singer/actress Taylor Momsen. An “X Factor” spokesperson did not return requests for comment, and both artists’ camps offered a “no comment” on the rumors. The New York Post. claimed Minaj met with Cowell a few weeks ago in Los Angeles and that the meeting went well and Cowell thought she fit in well with his plan to find a next-generation musical talent on what he has promised will be the “best judging panel” on TV . Among the other names that have been tossed in the hopper over the past few months: former Pussycat Dolls leader Nicole Scherzinger, Rihanna, Enrique Iglesias, Cowell’s former “Idol” sparring partner Paula Abdul, Jessica Simpson, ex-Spice Girl Mel B, former Destiny’s Child singer Kelly Rowland, fallen star George Michael, British pop singer Cheryl Cole and ex-Sony boss Tommy Mottola. Celebuzz claimed that former “Gossip Girl” bad girl Momsen is also in the running. The 17-year-old Pretty Reckless singer is apparently also being considered because she would bring a “young, hip and edgy” vibe to the show. With auditions for the show kicking off Sunday in Los Angeles, only one judge’s seat has been filled. Last week, it was announced that famed producer and former Island Def Jam CEO Antonio “L.A.” Reid had joined the show, though one of Reid’s former prot
Simon Cowell has not announced full lineup yet. By Gil Kaufman Nicki Minaj Photo: Jason LaVeris/ Getty Images Simon Cowell knows how this hype game works. As his old cronies at “American Idol” chug along just fine without him, the former Minister of Mean has managed to stoke the fires for months with speculation about who might sit on the judging panel of his upcoming U.S. version of the “X Factor” reality singing competition. The latest names thrown into the mix are the most unlikely to date: Nicki Minaj and bad girl singer/actress Taylor Momsen. An “X Factor” spokesperson did not return requests for comment, and both artists’ camps offered a “no comment” on the rumors. The New York Post. claimed Minaj met with Cowell a few weeks ago in Los Angeles and that the meeting went well and Cowell thought she fit in well with his plan to find a next-generation musical talent on what he has promised will be the “best judging panel” on TV . Among the other names that have been tossed in the hopper over the past few months: former Pussycat Dolls leader Nicole Scherzinger, Rihanna, Enrique Iglesias, Cowell’s former “Idol” sparring partner Paula Abdul, Jessica Simpson, ex-Spice Girl Mel B, former Destiny’s Child singer Kelly Rowland, fallen star George Michael, British pop singer Cheryl Cole and ex-Sony boss Tommy Mottola. Celebuzz claimed that former “Gossip Girl” bad girl Momsen is also in the running. The 17-year-old Pretty Reckless singer is apparently also being considered because she would bring a “young, hip and edgy” vibe to the show. With auditions for the show kicking off Sunday in Los Angeles, only one judge’s seat has been filled. Last week, it was announced that famed producer and former Island Def Jam CEO Antonio “L.A.” Reid had joined the show, though one of Reid’s former prot
Tina Fey was also on hand to accept the Outstanding Individual Episode award for ’30 Rock.’ By Jocelyn Vena Ricky Martin at the GLAAD Awards on Saturday Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/ WireImage Tina Fey, “True Blood” star Denis O’Hare and Patrick Wilson are just of few of the celebrities who gathered at the 22nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards , hosted by Bravo’s Andy Cohen on Saturday in New York. The awards honor “fair, accurate and inclusive representations” of the LGBT community in television and journalism. Big winners of the night included “True Blood,” which won for Outstanding Drama Series, and “30 Rock,” which won for Outstanding Individual Episode (in a series without a regular LGBT character) for its “Klaus & Greta” episode. Entrepreneur Russell Simmons was honored with the Excellence in Media Award. Ricky Martin took home the Vito Russo Award, which is presented to a “lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender media professional who has made a significant difference in promoting equality for the LGBT community.” In his speech, Martin credited GLAAD for helping him cope in the wake of his public coming out last year on “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” He then went on to push for Latin American gay rights and asked that GLAAD stand up for those who can’t in that community. “I just want to be free. I can say today I’m free,” he said at the event. “And for that I definitely need to thank my parents for being so supportive, my mother and my dad for their unconditional love, and my friends, my family, my fans. And my partner in crime and my boyfriend Carlos.” That was only the beginning of the accolades for those projects and people nominated, with additional GLAAD awards scheduled to be handed out in Los Angeles on April 10 and in San Francisco on May 14. Related Photos The Evolution Of: Ricky Martin Related Artists Ricky Martin
Pop diva ‘politely declined’ Simon Cowell’s offer to sit on judges’ panel, according to Essence.com. By James Dinh Mariah Carey Photo: Bryan Bedder/ Getty Images As anticipation grows for the debut of Simon Cowell’s “X Factor,” there’s one industry vet who will not appear on the reality singing show’s judging panel: Mariah Carey . Despite previous whispers about her joining the celebrity lineup , it appears that the soon-to-be mom has turned down Cowell’s request to judge the talent show, according to Essence.com . While Cowell did approach the iconic pop singer/songwriter with the request, the songstress “politely declined,” as she’s gearing up for the arrival of her twins and writing material for her next studio album. News of Carey’s decision comes just days after the pop megastar’s longtime label boss, L.A. Reid, joined the forthcoming Fox show . On Thursday, the record executive resigned from his chairman position at Island Def Jam for a spot on the judges’ panel. Reid joined the record label in 2004 and is most noted for assisting Carey with her comeback the following year. With Reid free to take up a position at Sony Music, the label that will provide the “X Factor” winner with a recording contract, rumors have swirled that Carey will wrap up her contract with Universal Music Group and follow the executive to Sony Music. Fans won’t have to wait much longer to find out the remaining judges who have signed on for “X Factor.” Last week, Cowell told MTV News that he was days away from unveiling the lineup. He also opened up about his efforts to collect a top-notch panel for the show. “It’s gonna be a balance between guys and girls, and it should be a balance between people who have been singers and also, like me, have worked behind the scenes and know what they’re talking about it,” the former “American Idol” judge MTV News. “It will be the best judging panel so far. I promise you: If I get the people I want, I’m really happy.” Who do you want to see judge “X Factor”? Share your ideas in the comments! Related Artists Mariah Carey
It’s been rumored that it was coming, but now it’s official. L.A. Reid has officially resigned from his position as the Chairman of the Island Def Jam Music Group. The announcement comes after Reid was revealed to become a judge on Simon Cowell’s X-Factor talent competition. Reid, who had been in charge at the company since 2004, sent the following letter out to IDJ staffers: To my Island Def Jam family: After much consideration, I have decided to leave my position as Chairman of the Island Def Jam Music Group. I have always thrived on growth and the next great challenge, and I look forward with much enthusiasm to what the future holds. I am extremely proud of our beautiful roster and all we have accomplished in my seven years with IDJ. We continue to have incredible success together with today’s most phenomenal superstars Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey, Kanye West, Bon Jovi, Jennifer Lopez, Ne-Yo, Rick Ross, The Killers, The-Dream, Chrisette Michele, Jeezy and Ludacris to name a few. I want to thank all of you for your amazing contributions. With Warm Regards – LA Ironically, it’s also been rumored that Mariah Carey is leaving the label after she delivers one more album to the company later this year. It’s believed that Carey will be returning to her original label home, Sony, whom she left in 2000 after divorcing the company’s president, Tommy Motolla. L.A. Reid is also believed to be moving over to Sony, where he will join his former boss, Doug Morris. RELATED: Shyne Apologizes To L.A. Reid RELATED: Shyne Confirms LA Reid’s Imminent Departure From Def Jam [EXCLUSIVE] RELATED: L.A. Reid To Be A Judge On Simon Cowell’s X-Factor RELATED: L.A. Reid’s Son Aaron Alexander Has A Music Video??
… Karen Rodriguez. The New York singer survived placement in the bottom three a week ago, but could not do so again tonight, as she became the second finalist eliminated on season 10 of American Idol . “It’s like I’ve been on this journey for such a long time now, and this is my last opportunity,” Rodriguez said prior to singing Mariah Carey’s “Hero” in an attempt to remain on the show.. “I’m trying not to cry.” Haley Reinhart and Naima Adedapo rounded out the bottom trio. Think viewers eliminated the right contestant?
… Karen Rodriguez. The New York singer survived placement in the bottom three a week ago, but could not do so again tonight, as she became the second finalist eliminated on season 10 of American Idol . “It’s like I’ve been on this journey for such a long time now, and this is my last opportunity,” Rodriguez said prior to singing Mariah Carey’s “Hero” in an attempt to remain on the show.. “I’m trying not to cry.” Haley Reinhart and Naima Adedapo rounded out the bottom trio. Think viewers eliminated the right contestant?
