Shania Twain

Shania Twain’s husband, Robert John “Mutt” Lange is not some recluse who never leaves his home. He travels the world with Shania. His work as a music producer takes him to the States and Europe.

Shania Twain is a popular Canadian country pop singer-songwriter. Shania’s hit 1995 album The Woman in Me brought her instant fame all across the world.

The 1997 album by Shania Twain titled “Come On Over” became the best-selling studio album of all time by a female. Quite an accomplishment.

“He on his own has never had this kind of success. And me on my own, I doubt very much I would have had this kind of success. First of all, would I even have found anyone who had so much faith in me? Part of why I think I flourished is because he believed so much in me. He loved my voice; he loved my songwriting. He was my biggest fan.“ says Shania Twain.

Her “The Woman In Me” album may be one of the most expensive country albums ever produced. When Mercury balked at the price Mutt agreed to pay a part of it out of his own pocket.

When asked when she feels most sexy, “I think it’s when i get out of the tub. your skin is fresh and you’ve stuck your hair up without even looking. that’s when you look your best.”

“I don’t want my body to be a distraction from my talent or my brain.”

Referring to Dolly Parton, “I was inspired by her, and inspired to be my own thing, she was so individual, so unique on her own, what I took from her was go out and be yourself, and be different, dare to be different.”




Kathy Hilton Interview: Uncover Her Couture, Kathy Hilton Collection

We had the honor of conducting a Kathy Hilton interview, who is married to Richard Hilton, a member of the Hilton Hotel family. Kathy is also the proud mother of four children, including daughters Paris Hilton and Nicky and two sons, Barron and Conrad.

Kathy Hilton personifies today’s modern businesswoman as a designer of her own clothing company, the Kathy Hilton Collection. This lifestyle mogul can literally “do it all.” As an active philanthropist, her efforts have been recognized for supporting Erase MS, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the Starlight Children’s Foundation.

Kathy has lived a lifestyle of wealth and glamour and gained interest in the fashion industry by attending the most coveted fashion shows around the world. She’s very proud of her Kathy Hilton Collection, a line of exquisite evening wear for women of all ages. The clothing line mixes an element of Hilton’s high society at affordable prices, to the marketplace.

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Kathy, thanks for taking the time to talk to us this afternoon. Let’s start with a few questions about your family before we jump into your exciting, fashion clothing collection.

Question:
You’ve been married to your husband Rick Hilton for almost 34 years – what do you attribute the success of your longevity to ?

Answer:
We met while we were very young and started out in a small apartment in New York City. It’s important to do things on your own and grow close together. Give respect to one another and spend good, quality time with each other. While we lived in New York, we had the chance to do our own thing and it allowed us the freedom to find out about ourselves.

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Question:
For any newlyweds out there, what key advice can you give them ?

Answer:
Take care of your marriage and spouse. Surround yourselves with the right people and not those who could lead you down the wrong path. As a wife, I think it’s important to help clean the house, cook the meals, and always look your best.

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Question:
Are you a proud mom, seeing the business success of your two daughters – Paris and Nicky ?

Answer:
I’m very, very proud of both of them. Paris has her line of clothing, shoes, sunglasses, and is now on her 18th fragrance. Nicky moved back to New York and has her own line of clothes, is writing a new book on fashion, plus her jewelry. She’s been busy interviewing. I’m really very proud.

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Question:
I found it quite interesting that you are good friends with LaToya Jackson. How did that friendship develop ?

Answer:
Michael (Jackson) was one year ahead of me in school and we had three classes together. I became very close to him, then of course also become good friends with LaToya and their whole family since I was thirteen years old. It’s a friendship that has lasted all these years. We’re like family, and it’s very lovely.

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Question:
Let’s now talk about your exciting fashion clothing line – The Kathy Hilton Collection. What initially drove you to enter the fashion world ?

Answer:
Of course, it’s every little girl or woman’s dream to design a dress. Steve Lang, the owner of Mon Cheri came to me and asked if I’d do a dress line with them. Since I’m a lover of beautiful clothing and been lucky enough to wear those beautiful garments, it’s something I really wanted to do. We had a talk and I had only one condition – I want to be 100% hands on, not just a licensee. I’m a control freak and have to be involved with everything. We do about 125 dresses and at times, we have to edit out 20. Sometimes the ones we think are the best, don’t end up that way. We offer very timeless, beautiful dresses for special occasions. They are designed for women of all ages – me, my nieces who are in their teens & early twenties, to my daughters and sisters. They are for women who want to look beautiful and timeless, and wear season after season, without breaking the bank.

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Question:
What is the main inspiration behind your designs ?

Answer:
My inspirations are my travels and everything I do in my life. Everybody wants to feel the excitement of walking the red carpet and to look beautiful. I’m inspired by everything from jewelry, to being in a museum or walking in a garden. I was just in London and love flowers and all the colors. People too, not necessarily a Hollywood actor but someone who just walks into a restaurant, can inspire me. Also looking at a portrait in a museum. I love shopping in vintage places and get ideas from walking around or simply seeing a unique fabric in a Paris store.

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Question:
Who is your target customer ?

Answer:
For women who really want to look like a million dollars, but not spending a fortune. My woman is very confident and comfortable enough in her own skin to not have to wear a label because it’s one or two thousand dollars. Sixty percent of my dresses are short and forty percent are the long style. I’m in over 250 stores all over the world, including Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue, which is very exciting to me.

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Question:
What do you feel makes your clothing line stand apart from the competition ?

Answer:
What I see today are dresses under $500-600 in clothing stores that all look like pageant dresses and look cheesy. I don’t see anything for a woman between 35 to 45 or 55 to 65. Mine are very beautiful and customers initially think they sell for $1,000 or $2,000 each. They look like they are part of a couture tour. When you walk into the department and see my dress next to others, mine stands out because it doesn’t have all that beading and frills all over the place. I pay attention to the details. You wear the dress, the dress doesn’t wear you. I think it’s fun to accessorize. You can dress my dresses down or you can dress them up. You can still wear a pair of nice earrings or a beautiful necklace with my clothes. What I feel is important is we use one of the top fit models in New York, which is very expensive. Our dresses are not just designed on a computer. We test drive every button and now use four different manufacturers and have learned what they each do well – one is better with beadings or lace, how it drapes on her body, etc…

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Question:
With the success of your fashion line, do you see yourself expanding into other markets, such as jewelry, fragrances, handbags or other accessories …. ?

Answer:
I would love to, but do believe you have to crawl before you can walk. Timing is everything. I have been offered an at-home bedding line deal and a shoe line. If I can incorporate that with my dresses I will. One thing at a time but I would love to have pieces that would go with my collection.

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Question:
Where do you see the future direction of fashion such as new trends, styles or fabrics ?

Answer:
Everything comes back in style over time. Right now it’s the beautiful colors as people are getting away from black and getting more into the jewel tones – kind of like vintage with a contemporary edge. A little edgy but in a lady-like way. Dresses are getting a little longer. Heather grey, oyster are getting more popular as colors. White is getting huge, it now can be worn year-round.

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Question:
As an authority on the latest beauty trends – what tips can you offer that busy woman who’s trying to balance a career and family life ?

Answer:
Drink lots of water, fiber shakes and try to eat healthy. Taking care of your skin. I have been blessed by good skin from my mother but I wasn’t a teenager who baked out in the sun so I’m grateful. Never going to bed without removing your make-up. I keep a little rose water in a little spritzer in my purse, so if I’m out I can enhance the make-up and gives it a little glow. Hydration is very important. Always changing up your shampoo and make-up every month or so because after a while, it doesn’t have the same effect. Try a little Vaseline on the eyelashes and also do an exfoliation once a week. I love going to health food stores and the little salon stores and talking to the personal to get their tips on what’s popular.

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Question:
What do you see yourself doing in the next phase of your life ?

Answer:
Working and continuing with my clothing line. Would love to get my shoe and handbag line going. I had my own store in L.A. for eight years so I understand the retail market. It would be fun to have my own in-home brand.

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Question:
Finally, how would you like to be remembered – what’s your ideal Kathy Hilton legacy ?

Answer:
That I was always a nice and sensitive person. Always been philanthropic and enjoyed helping other people. Someone who worked hard but I’m also silly and a prankster.

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We hope you enjoyed the Kathy Hilton interview. You can view the entire Kathy Hilton Collection at http://www.kathyhilton.com as well as find a nearby store that carries her clothing line.  Kathy Hilton would love to hear your feedback so follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/KathyHilton




2013 Primetime Emmy Awards Nominations Are Announced

This morning, the nominations for the 2013 Emmy Awards show was announced. Some surprises and some were expected but the 65th Primetime Emmy Awards will be another highlight of this year’s many award shows.

American Horror Story: Aslyum leads the overall list this year with 17 total nominations. Game of Thrones came in next with 16 nominations. Behind the Candelabra and Saturday Night Live both earned 15 nominations.

It’s significant that broadcast and cable networks can’t claim that they are king of their domain. There’s a new kid on the block and the name is “Netflix.” “House of Cards” was nominated nine times.

Of the the 17 nominations that American Horror Story: Aslyum received, the two most notable ones were for best miniseries and Jessica Lange as best actress.

You can watch the 65th Primetime Emmy Awards on September 22 on CBS.  Neil Patrick Harris will once again be the red carpet event show’s host.

If you are interested in being part of this year’s Emmy Awards, please contact The Life of Luxury and discuss various red carpet VIP Event options.

Take a look at this years Emmy Awards nominations. What do you think about who’s listed and who’s not?

Outstanding Drama Series
Breaking Bad
Downton Abbey
Game of Thrones
Homeland
House of Cards
Mad Men

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
Hugh Bonneville, Downton Abbey
Bryan Cranston, Breaking Bad
Jeff Daniels, The Newsroom
Jon Hamm, Mad Men
Damien Lewis, Homeland
Kevin Spacey, House of Cards

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series
Connie Britton, Nashville
Claire Danes, Homeland
Michelle Dockery, Downton Abbey
Vera Farmiga, Bates Motel
Elisabeth Moss, Mad Men
Kerry Washington, Scandal
Robin Wright, House of Cards

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
Bobby Cannavale, Boardwalk Empire
Jonathan Banks, Breaking Bad
Aaron Paul, Breaking Bad
Jim Carter, Downton Abbey
Peter Dinklage, Game of Thrones
Mandy Patinkin, Homeland

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series
Anna Gunn, Breaking Bad
Maggie Smith, Downton Abbey
Emilia Clarke, Game of Thrones
Christine Baranski, The Good Wife
Morena Baccarin, Homeland
Christina Hendricks, Mad Men

Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama
Nathan Lane, The Good Wife
Michael J. Fox, The Good Wife
Rupert Friend, Homeland
Robert Morse, Mad Men
Harry Hamlin, Mad Men
Dan Bucatinsky, Scandal

Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama
Margo Martindale, The Americans
Diana Rigg, Game of Thrones
Carrie Preston, The Good Wife
Linda Cardellini, Mad Men
Jane Fonda, The Newsroom
Joan Cusack, Shameless

Outstanding Comedy Series
30 Rock
The Big Bang Theory
Girls
Louie
Modern Family
Veep

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy
Alec Baldwin, 30 Rock
Jason Bateman, Arrested Development
Louis C.K., Louie
Don Cheadle, House of Lies
Matt LeBlanc, Episodes
Jim Parsons, The Big Bang Theory

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy
Laura Dern, Enlightened
Lena Dunham, Girls
Edie Falco, Nurse Jackie
Tina Fey, 30 Rock
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Veep
Amy Poehler, Parks and Recreation

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy
Ty Burrell, Modern Family
Adam Driver, Girls
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Modern Family
Bill Hader, Saturday Night Live
Tony Hale, Veep
Ed O’Neill, Modern Family

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy
Mayim Bialik, The Big Bang Theory
Julie Bowen, Modern Family
Anna Chlumsky, Veep
Jane Krakowski, 30 Rock
Jane Lynch, Glee
Merritt Wever, Nurse Jackie

Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy
Bobby Cannavale, Nurse Jackie
Louis C.K., Saturday Night Live
Will Forte, 30 Rock
Nathan Lane, Modern Family
Bob Newhart, The Big Bang Theory
Justin Timberlake, Saturday Night Live

Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy
Dot-Marie Jones, Glee
Melissa Leo, Louie
Melissa McCarthy, Saturday Night Live
Molly Shannon, Enlightened
Elaine Stritch, 30 Rock
Kristen Wiig, Saturday Night Live

Outstanding Reality Competition Program
The Amazing Race
Dancing With the Stars
Project Runway
So You Think You Can Dance
Top Chef
The Voice

Outstanding Reality Host
Tom Bergeron, Dancing With the Stars
Anthony Bourdain, The Taste
Cat Deely, So You Think You Can Dance
Hedi Klum and Tim Gunn, Project Runway
Ryan Seacrest, American Idol
Betty White, Betty White’s Off Their Rockers

Outstanding Variety Series
The Colbert Report
The Daily Show With Jon Stewart
Late Night With Jimmy Fallon
Real Time With Bill Maher
Saturday Night Live

Outstanding Miniseries or Movie
American Horror Story: Asylum
Behind the Candelabra
The Bible
Phil Spector
Political Animals
Top of the Lake

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie
Benedict Cumberbatch, Parade’s End
Matt Damon, Behind the Candelabra
Michael Douglas, Behind the Candelabra
Toby Jones, The Girl
Al Pacino, Phil Spector

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie
Jessica Lange, American Horror Story: Asylum
Laura Linney, The Big C: Hereafter
Elisabeth Moss, Top of the Lake
Helen Mirren, Phil Spector
Sigourney Weaver, Political Animals

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Movie
Scott Bakula, Behind the Candelabra
James Cromwell, American Horror Story: Asylum
John Benjamin Hickey, The Big C: Hereafter
Peter Mullan, Top of the Lake
Zachary Quinto, American Horror Story: Asylum

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Movie
Ellen Burstyn, Political Animals
Sarah Paulson, American Horror Story: Asylum
Charlotte Rampling, Restless
Imelda Staunton, The Girl
Alfre Woodard, Steel Magnolias




Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio is one of most popular and acclaimed actors in the world. DiCaprio was born in Los Anglese, California on November 11, 1974) and has either produced or acted in many hit Hollywood films.

As a Hollywood star, Leonardo DiCaprio has received many accolades for his movie roles including being nominated for the Golden Globe Award nine times as an actor. DiCaprio did win the Golden Globe Award in 2005 for Best Actor based on his stellar performance in movie – The Aviator in 2004.

Growing up, Leonardo DiCaprio was seen in several several commercials plus TV shows, but he received his big break in 1991 at the age of 17 when he played a homeless boy named Luke in the hit TV sitcom – Growing Pains.

Before he became one of the world’s biggest stars, Leonardo’s film debut was in the comedic sci-fi horror film Critters 3. He played the stepson of an evil landlord.

Over the last decade, Leonardo DiCaprio has proven not only his star appeal as an actor but also demonstrated is excellent acting skills. DiCaprio has played roles in a series of Hollywood movies, including – Catch Me If You Can (2002), Gangs of New York (2002), The Aviator (2004), Blood Diamond (2006), The Departed (2006), Revolutionary Road (2008), Inception (2010), Shutter Island (2010), and Django Unchained (2012).

To date, the movie role that Leonardo DiCaprio is best known for his mega-hit Hollywood blockbuster – Titanic. Introduced in 1997, Leonardo played the role of Jack Dawson during the maiden voyage and eventual sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912.

DiCaprio stars in another potentially big movie – The Great Gatsby, opening in U.S. movie theaters Friday, May 10th. The Great Gatsby is a 3D romantic drama and an adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 1925 novel. Set during the Roaring Twenties, the movie portrays the luxurious life and times of millionaire Jay Gatsby and his neighbor Nick. In addition to Leonardo DiCaprio, the movie also stars Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan.




Matt Damon’s Luxurious Miami Beach Mansion Up For Sale

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Coldwell Banker

Now is your chance to own the current home of Hollywood celebrity actor Matt Damon. Just listed for an eye-popping $20 million dollars, this incredible luxury mansion offers stunning Miami Beach views.

Damon’s mansion is named Casa Casuarina, and was the former residence of fashion icon Gianni Versace. Originally built in 1935, this amazing mansion is 12,705 Sq.Ft. and has its own private dock and boatlift.

The property is located on a rare double lot (6020 N. Bay Road) with about 170 feet of prime water frontage. This allows breathtaking, unobstructed views of scenic Biscayne Bay and far beyond.

Matt Damon Luxurious Miami Beach Mansion Up For Sale
Coldwell Banker

The two-story house features 7 bedrooms and 10 baths, plus a wine cellar, over-sized living room, custom office, theatre room, and high-end gourmet kitchen.

To host family or friends, the mansion also has a 2 bedroom / 2 bath guest house. In addition, you can enjoy a beautiful courtyard entrance, private master-suite terrace, and rooftop terrace.

It’s been reported that designer Gianni Versace invested about $35 million dollars into the home. His major investments were beautiful pieces art and even the gold mosaic in the stunning 54-foot pool. The pool house comes with a full summer kitchen for wonderful outdoor parties.

Matt Damon TIFF 2015
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If this $20 million dollar mansion is something you are interested in, then please contact us directly or the South Florida luxury real estate team, The Jills (Jill Hertzberg and Jill Eber) of Coldwell Banker Previews International –

The Jills are highly respected real estate professionals and only deal with the highest of high-end real estate.




Beautiful Hollywood Actress Emma Stone

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Emma Stone, born Emily Jean Stone on November 6, 1988, was a member of the Valley Youth Theater, making her first stage debut as a child actor in “The Wind in the Willows”.

At the age of 15, she decided to make acting her career, but first she had to convince her parents. As the story goes, she made a PowerPoint presentation entitled “Project Hollywood” set to a Madonna song in an attempt to persuade her parents to allow her to drop out of school and move to Los Angeles. Her parents agreed, and in January 2004, she and her mother moved to a Los Angeles apartment where she was home schooled so that she could spend her days auditioning.

Emma Stone - Hollywood celebrity movie actor
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She landed a number of small TV roles with her big TV breakthrough being when she won a part on the talent/reality show “In Search of the Partridge Family.”

Her movie debut in “Superbad” in 2007, followed by a number of successful performances, landed her a leading role in “Easy A” in 2010 establishing her as a star.

After registering for the Screen Actors Guild, Stone chose the name “Emma” a nickname her mother had given her, because there was already a listing for an “Emily Stone”. She first chose Riley Stone as her professional name, but decided she was more comfortable with Emma after doing a guest appearance on “Malcolm in the Middle.” Her family and friends call her Emily.

Other Hollywood movies Emma Stone has played in are “The Help”, “Crazy, Stupid, Love”, “The House Bunny”, “Ghosts of Girlfriends Past”,”Paper Man” and “Marmaduke”.

Emma Stone along with Seth MacFarlane recently announced the 2013 Oscar nominations.

Stone stars in the film “Gangster Squad” which is due for release on January 11, 2013 in North America.




“Top 99 Most Desirable Women” for 2013 – AskMen

Jennifer Lawrence
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Each year, AskMen conducts a poll of its readers to vote on the most desirable women. This year, more than 2.4 million votes were cast from people all over the world.

The winner of AskMen’s “Top 99 Most Desirable Women” list for 2013 is Jennifer Lawrence, who starred in the hit Hollywood movie, “Hunger Games.” She was also named by Rolling Stone as “the most talented young actress in America.”

This was AskMen’s 12th Edition of their “Top 99 Most Desirable Women” list, which is comprised of women who most closely match the ideals of its readers. Attractive Mila Kunis took second place and sexy model Kate Upton was third.

Mila Kunis
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In addition to just sex appeal, voters also took into account – character, intelligence, talent, sense of humor, professional success, achievements in 2012 and potential for 2013.

Kate Upton
Kate Upton – Getty Images

These women of 2012 are not just a pretty face, but are smart, strong women who offer the complete package.

Here is the complete list of women who took the top 10 spots:

1) Jennifer Lawrence
2) Mila Kunis
3) Kate Upton
4) Rihanna
5) Emma Stone
6) Miranda Kerr
7) Kristen Steward
8) Jessica Gomes
9) Jessica Pare
10)Michelle Jenneke

To view the complete list of all 99 women, please visit: http://www.askmen.com/specials/2013_top_99/




Pop Singer Superstar Whitney Houston Has Died at Age 48

singer Whitney Houston
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Whitney Houston was once on top of the world, as one of the most successful and talented performers ever.

Sadly, it’s been reported by the Associated Press that Whitney Houston has died, leaving behind a legacy marred by personal issues that often overshadowed her musical brilliance. Whitney Houston was just 48 years old.

Lt. Mark Rosen of the Beverly Hills police department explained to local L.A. TV station KABC-TV that Whitney Houston died in her room on the fourth floor of the famous Beverly Hilton Hotel.

As of this time, there is no known cause of death. While the investigation is underway by Beverly Hills detectives, Whitney Houston’s body is still inside the hotel room.

Tomorrow night is the Grammy Awards and it was reported that Whitney Houston planned to attend and even showed up at the Grammy rehearsals today, coaching singers Brandy and Monica.

The life and career of Whitney Houston had many extreme ups and downs. Whitney had a severe drug use problem that caused strange, erratic behavior. Her volatile marriage to singer Bobby Brown often made the headlines, but for all the wrong reasons.

In addition to being a superstar singer, Whitney Houston was also an accomplished actor. Houston appeared and starred in several box office hit movies, such as The Bodyguard and Waiting to Exhale.

As Whitney Houston’s drug abuse increased, her album sales free-falled. Her public appearances were quite strange as the toll of her drug abuse became more evident. She has confessed to using cocaine, marijuana and various pills.

In the music industry, Whitney Houston was at her best. Whitney was one of the top-selling artists in pop music history and sold more than 55 million records just in the United States alone!

In 2009, it appeared Whitney Houston was on the comeback trail. She launched a new album titled “I Look To You.” That album debuted on the top of the charts, eventually going platinum.




Lady GaGa – Born This Way and Loving It

Lady Gaga - Born This Way

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.




Hollywood Icon Elizabeth Taylor Died at the Age of 79

Elizabeth Taylor
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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.




Did Britney Spears Buy a $20 Million Luxury Mansion?

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

To read the full story and view additional photos, please visit: MailOnline