Singer, songwriter and famous pop artist Lady Gaga was born March 28, 1986 in New York. Her real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta.

Lady Gaga’s debut album titled “The Fame” featured a string of hit singles including “Just Dance” and “Poker Face” and “Paparazzi.”

“The Fame” album has has won numerous music industry awards. Both the album and its songs were nominated for a total of six different Grammy Awards, including in the Album of the Year category.

“The Fame” won the Grammy Award for Best Electronic/Dance Album. IN addition, the hit single “Poker Face” won Best Dance Recording.

Lady GaGa is truly a glitz and glamor media queen. Her concert shows sell out all over the world and Lady GaGa is just as well known for her unconventional sense of fashion, strutting on stage wearing stunning and colorful outfits.

Lady GaGa’s second album was named “The Fame Monster” and includes the following hits – “Bad Romance,” “Alejandro” and “Telephone.”

Earlier this year, Lady GaGa’s The Fame Monster album received three Grammys, including Female Pop Vocal Performance (“Bad Romance”), Pop Vocal Album and Short Form Music Video (“Bad Romance”).

At the 2010 VMAs (Video Music Awards), she won eight total awards, including “Video of the Year.”

Combined, the first two hit albums from Lady Gaga – “The Fame” and “The Fame Monster” – have sold more than 15 million copies.

The third album to be released by Lady GaGa on May 23 is titled, “Born This Way.”

The first release is also named “Born this Way.” This anthem song describes confronting one’s inner demons and loving the wrong man for all the wrong reasons.

Lady GaGa recently swung through the West Coast for her famed Monster Ball tour. Her fans come out in droves, decked out in bizarre outfits ranging from chic to the outrageous. Her fans are thoroughly thrilled to be able to see their idol perform live.

The Monster Ball concert had the ideal combination of her hit singles plus songs from her upcoming album “Born this Way.” The little monsters didn’t go away disappointed as the concert was start to finish mayhem and first-class production.

When Lady GaGa first appeared on stage, the crowd went absolutely crazy as a remixed intro version “Dance in the Dark,” starting playing. Then when a silhouette of Lady Gaga appeared, the excitement level ramped up and the concert was on!

Whether you are a Lady GaGa fan or not, you have to admire her as a performer. She grips the crowd and never lets go. She sends a message throughout the show for her “little monsters” to embrace their own destinies and follow their dreams.

Lady GaGa’s upbringing was also full of challenges so speaking from first-hand experiences, she communicates an uplifting request – be proud of who you are and don’t let others drag you down.

Lady GaGa is also a dominant force in the social media world. She holds the #1 spot on Twitter with more than eight million followers and has a staggering, greater than 28 million “likes” on Facebook.

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Legendary Hollywood movie star Elizabeth Taylor has died at the age of 79. In the hospital, Liz was surrounded by her four children: Michael Wilding, Christopher Wilding, Liza Todd, and Maria Burton.

Elizabeth Taylor was hospitalized six weeks ago, diagnosed with congestive heart failure.

Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor was born to American parents in London, England, on February 27, 1932.

Liz Taylor quickly grew from a beautiful young girl to become one of the silver screen’s most successful leading ladies. In addition to being an incredible actress, Elizabeth Taylor was also one one of the world’s most famous movie stars.

In 1942, Elizabeth at the age of only 10 years old, starred in her first film – There’s One Born Every Minute.

As a twelve-year-old in 1944, Elizabeth Taylor played the role of Velvet Brown,who was a young English girl in love with a horse, in National Velvet.

Liz Taylor, was a two-time Academy Award-winning actress who starred in many hit movies.

In 1955 Liz appeared in the hit Giant with James Dean. Sadly Dean never saw the movie after tragically dying himself in a car accident.

In 1958 Elizabeth starred as Maggie Pollitt in popular movie, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.

After numerous Academy Award nomination, Elizabeth Taylor finally was given an Oscar in 1960 for her magnificent performance in BUtterfield 8. Taylor played the role of  Gloria Wandrous who was a c

Starred in the epic film Cleopatra in 1963, Elizabeth Taylor was part of one of the most expensive productions made up to that point. For her role as Cleopatra, Taylor received a staggering $1,000,000.

As Elizabeth Taylor movie career waned, she became an advocate for helping those in need and made generous contributions to AIDS research.

Taylor’s involvement in AIDS started when her long-time friend, Rock Hudson died in 1985.

In 1991, Liz launched the popular perfume “White Diamonds, which eventually became the most successful celebrity fragrance of all time.

Elizabeth Taylor was also known for her multiple marriages. She acknowledged the challenge she had in relationships and it was partly due to eccentric behavior.

Taylor was married 8 time to seven different men including: Conrad “Nicky” Hilton, Eddie Fisher, John Warner, Larry Fortensky, Michael Todd, Michael Wilding and of course Richard Burton.

The passing of Elizabeth Taylor leaves an emptiness in Hollywood and with her millions of movie fans. Liz was known for her elegance and stunning beauty, especially her piercing violet eyes.

Britney Spears $20 million mansion / Splash News

It was just reported by MailOnline that Britney Spears has recently purchased a $20 Million luxury mansion.

The luxury mansion is tudor-style home located in the Hidden Hills areas of Los Angeles, California.

Hidden Hills is a gated community and several celebs also own homes there including – the Kardashians, Jennifer Lopez, and Ozzy & Sharon Osbourne.

Britney Spears currently owns a luxury home valued at around $1.8 million, just a few miles away.

The $20 Million luxury mansion has 10 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms, plus an amazing game arcade.

One of the bedrooms is picture perfect for a young girl. It is painted a bright pink color and has a large bay window and a dome-ceiling.

Britney Spears $20 million mansion (girls bedroom) / Splash News

Like any celebrity, privacy is key demand. This property covers three acres, with a large manicured lawn and mature trees.

Despite her troubled past, bad marriage and wild partying days …. Britney Spears is still a money making machine. With sales from her recent album and concert tour, Spears was listed in third place on the Forbes magazine women-in-entertainment list.

Britney Spears $20 million mansion (backyard & pool) / Splash News

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Amanda Beard made her first Olympic appearance at the 1996 games at the age of 14. She won silver medals in the 100-meter and 200-meter breaststrokes, and a gold in the medley relay.

Amanda won three medals in the 2004 Summer Olympics Games in Athens, Greece. She won the gold medal for the 200m breaststroke, a silver medal in the 200m individual relay and silver in the 4×100 medley relay.

Amanda Beard’s modeling work through photos in swimwear, including bikinis, have been in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition She is a spokesperson for Defenders of Wildlife, and she enjoys interior decorating.

Amanda posed nude for the July 2007 issue of Playboy, where she was featured on the cover and in a sexy, nude pictorial.

Natalie Gulbis is a lot of things to a lot of different people. She’s been a sex symbol, a model, and ex-girlfriend of Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

Sexy Natalie Gulbis is a golf star of women’s professional golf association.

Heidi Klum was born in Germany on June 1, 1973.  Heidi found her way into the public eye at the early age of 18 after she won TV modeling contest in Germany.

After Heidi Klum moved to the U.S.,  she ended up in New York City to pursue her modeling career.

In 1998, Heidi Klum signed a contract with famous Victoria’s Secret, where she appeared on the cover.

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Jessica Simpson burst onto the entertainment scene at age 12, when she auditioned for, and was passed on by, The Mickey Mouse Club. The roles were later given to Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera. After this setback, Jessica attended Christian youth camp and was picked up by a small record label.

“I say I’m an entertainer. I obviously entertain people with my personal life, which is not so much fun. But I’m passionate about music, I love to sing, I love to write, take pictures, keep a journal, be an actress, make movies. I just love entertaining people, being that escapism for people.”

Although she plays the “dumb blond” on camera, Jessica claims to have a high IQ. Jessica claims to be a big Shakespeare fan. When she went to London, the first place she went was the famous Globe Theatre.

“I don’t feel the need to impress anymore. I’ve worked for a long time to get where I am, and now I can be comfortable in my own skin. I feel more in control of my life. Outward appearance is just secondary to the confidence that I feel inside.”

“I’m not anorexic. I’m from Texas. Are there people who are anorexic in Texas? I’ve never heard of one, including me.”

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Beautiful and sexy actress Katherine Marie Heigl is an Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe nominated actress, best known for her starring roles in the feature films “The Ugly Truth”, “27 Dresses” and “Knocked Up.”

Katherine Heigl is most well known for her excellent portrayal of Dr. Isobel ‘Izzie’ Stevens in the hit ABC television medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy.”

Katherine Heigl as born on November 24, 1978 in Washington, District of Columbia.

Now wife of Josh Kelley, sexy Katherine Heigl began her movie career in her first film “That Night”

Next Katherine Heigl appeared in television series “Roswell” and “My Father the Hero.”

In addition to Heigl’s first major role in “Grey’s Anatomy”, she was a model who has also appeared on the cover of leading fashion magazines.

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Reese Witherspoon is definitely one of the most impressively talented members of the emerging New Hollywood of the early 21st century.

Reese Witherspoon has proven herself to be a talented actress and leading lady, no matter what the Hollywood role is she plays.

Reese has shown she can do far more than just pose winsomely for the movie camera.

Oscar and Golden Globe-winning actress Reese Witherspoon has made her mark as a smart, driven and self-respecting actress.

Reese Witherspoon has not taken the easy road to stardom by taking Hollywood movie roles that feature mindless teen flicks and broad comedies.

Reese Witherspoon was born March 22, 1976, in Nashville, TN. Reese Witherspoon was a child model and acted in television commercials from the age of seven.

Witherspoon had a part in the 1991 Lifetime cable movie titled, “Wildflower” before she made her 1991 film debut in the coming-of-age story “The Man in the Moon” in 1991.

The 14-year-old Witherspoon made an immediate impact on critics and audiences alike, netting widespread praise for her portrayal of a tomboy experiencing love for the first time.

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It was in 1994 when Gisele Bundchen was discovered at age 14 in a Brazilian fashion mall, and now she is “the” most famous face in the business.

Since then, Gisele Bundchen has graced the covers of countless magazines as any other model in history. Her own line of shoes, called “Ipanema” Gisele Bundchen, have sold more than 100 million pairs since 2001.

Gisele Bundchen is married to New England patriot football star Tom Brady.

Olivia is the wife of Tao Ruspoli, an Italian American documentary filmmaker, photographer and flamenco guitar player.

Olivia Wilde was quoted, “My husband’s father was a Prince.”