Miss USA, Universe Sign NBC Deal, Miss America Homeless

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While Miss America is reportedly out at TLC, the pageant business continues to thrive for NBC.

According to reports issued Monday, both Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants will be seen on NBC for at least three more years, thanks to a recently signed deal.

The deal, which runs through 2012, was signed by Donald Trump amidst what some are calling a renewed interest in beauty pageants.

“There’s been renewed interest in this series of beauty pageants, especially among a new generation of younger viewers,” Paul Telegdy, of NBC told press. “NBC is proud to maintain this unique American cultural tradition as a viable series of competitive programming specials that continue to be a popular source of entertainment.”

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Adrienne Bailon Joins Rapper For Church Film ?

Adrienne Bailon

Adrienne Bailon is taking a trip to church in the forthcoming film ‘I’m In Love With A Church Girl”.

Helmed by Reverence Gospel Media, Bailon is slated to appear as the girlfriend of rapper Ja Rule, who, in the film, plays a drug dealer that must choose between a life on the straight and narrow or a return to the streets.

According to All Hip Hop, the film will be directed by Steve Race, with production starting this spring.

Experienced with film and television, Bailon and Rule have previously appeared in films including ‘Cheetah Girls,’ ‘The Cookout’ and ‘Back In The Day’.

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Lady Gaga Tapes Down ‘Telephone’ Premiere

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The wait is just about over for Lady Gaga and Beyonce’s “Telephone” music video.

First slated for premiere in November, “Telephone” is now scheduled to make its debut on E! Thursday,March 11.

Described as a “true pop event” by Lady Gaga, “Telephone” follows the Grammy Award winner’s massive single “Bad Romance”.

According to E!, the video will premiere on E! news at 11:30pm March 11. An online premiere will take place shortly after on Vevo.com.

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Rude Rihanna Gets Post Umbrella Love With Australian Topper

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After topping the Aussie charts in 2006 and 2007, Rihanna reclaims her throne atop the ARIA singles chart thanks to “Rude Boy” this week.

Her fourth number one, “Rude Boy” follows previous Australian hits “SOS,” “Umbrella” and “Don’t Stop The Music.”

“Rude Boy” jumped Jason Derulo’s growing single “In My Head” to claim the top spot. The single is also followed by David Guetta and Kid Cudi’s “Memories”

Taken from “Rated R,” “Rude Boy” is Rihanna’s second single to top a chart in 2010.

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Ana Ortiz Lands Post ‘Betty’ Job

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Just weeks after losing her gig on ‘Ugly Betty,’ actress Ana Ortiz has snagged a new role !

Sticking with ABC, Ortiz is now set to star in the forthcoming pilot ‘True Blue’.

A drama, ‘True Blue’ follows a group of detectives based in San Francisco, who unite to solve the murder of one of their own. Ortiz is set to star as a civilian secretary at the precinct.

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Selena Gomez To Replace Nicole Kidman

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez has a new gig thanks to a last minute adjustment made by producers of the forthcoming film ‘Monte Carlo’.

According to industry insiders, Gomez has been asked to replace award-winning actress Nicole Kidman due to headhunters looking for a more youthful spin.

Originally set to follow four women traveling from New Jersey to Monaco, where they pose as heiresses, ‘Monte Carlo’ has now been adapted to focus on a group of college and high school girls traveling from Paris,France.

Gossip Girl’s Leighton Meester is reportedly in talks to star alongside Gomez.

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Debi Nova Hits The Road For Book Tour, Album Coming Soon

Debi NovaLatin singer Debi Nova has been busy as of late. She visited Miami this week to appear on several TV and radio shows, including a special guest  appearance en Esta Noche Tu Night with Alexis Valdés, where she performed her new single Drummer Boy.”

Nova also stopped by radio station El Zol 95 and NBC / Telemundo studios to appear in three television programs.

Debi Nova will continue her book tour throughout the U.S. in the coming days. Her album New Moon will go on sale this spring.

Debi Nova has accumulated an impressive amount of musical works, including six projects nominated for a Grammy, a #1 chart topper, collaborations with Black Eyed Peas, Ricky Martin and world tours.

Watch the Music Video for Drummer Boy

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Salma Hayek Hangs Out With ‘Dora’ For 10th Anniversary

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Yep, it’s been TEN YEARS already that Dora The Explorer has been on the air. The adorable Dora is officially a teenager! And who was there to celebrate this past Tuesday (March 2) with the characters of the show? Actress Salma Hayek!

Salma looked gorgeous in a blue dress while reading to some kiddos at Dora’s 10th Anniversary With “Beyond The Backpack” Campaign by Nickelodeon. Check out the pics from the event!!

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inPhotos: An Evening With Sofia Vergara

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Sofia Vergara was looking extra sassy at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences’ Evening with Modern Family.

She wore a sexy dark plum dress with a pair of cute suede taupe heels. Loved ‘em! Sofia always knows how to look like a put together bombshell.

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Shakira Honored With UN Labor Agency Medal

Shakira

Shakira’s hard work towards eradicating social injustice and providing quality education has been recognized.

Celebrated by the UN Labor Agency, Shakira received a medal earlier this week in Geneva.

While she is a UNICEF goodwill ambassador, Shakira also runs the Barefoot foundation, which provides nutrition to more than 6,000 children in Colombia.

Congratulations and major thanks to Shakira !

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