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Lady Gaga Tops DoSomething.org’s ‘Top 20 Celebs Gone Good’ List
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DoSomething.org, one of the largest U.S. organizations that helps teens take action on causes they care about, released today its fourth annual ‘Top 20 Celebs Gone Good’ list.
Lady Gaga continues her reign as the star who uses her celebrity to do the most good. Known for her support of gay rights, AIDS, and poverty, she focused primarily this year on bullying, even taking her thoughts to the White House in December. She also announced the creation of her own charity, the Born this Way Foundation, which aims to empower youth and lead them to a brave new society where each individual is accepted and loved as the person they were born to be.
Making a meteoric rise to number two this year is Justin Bieber, up from number 10 last year. His fast rise is due to his prolific work with Pencils of Promise, an organization that builds schools in Laos and Guatemala. Justin is also a consistent supporter of Make-A-Wish, raised funds for charity with his fragrance and holiday album, and recently distributed $100,000 to Whitney Elementary School in Las Vegas.
“There are some interesting trends from this year’s list,” says Aria Finger, COO of DoSomething.org. “It’s dominated by young celebrities and we also see so many couples. Last year the list had its first power couple, Ashton and Demi, and this year there are a total of four couples. Doing good is definitely fun in groups.”
For the first time ever, DoSomething.org’s panel of social media and mobile experts incorporated Facebook voting to help them determine the impact of celebrities reaching an audience with their cause. The criteria stipulated giving money wasn’t enough to count as creating impact; instead, a celebrity needed to take an action others could emulate, like writing articles, building houses, or founding an organization. Facebook fans voted Sophia Bush as the first ‘Fan Favorite.’
The 2011 ‘Top 20 Celebs Gone Good’ list:
1. Lady Gaga
2. Justin Bieber
3. George Clooney
4. Will & Jada Pinkett Smith
5. Leonardo DiCaprio
6. Matt Damon
7. Ellen DeGeneres
8. Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie
9. Dwight Howard
10. Demi Lovato
11. Shakira
12. Ashton Kutcher & Demi Moore
13. will.i.am
14. Blake Shelton & Miranda Lambert
15. Nick Cannon
16. Lea Michele
17. Daniel Radcliffe
18. Miley Cyrus
19. Coldplay
20. Taylor Swift
“There are a handful of other celebrities who just missed the cut-off this year,” notes Finger. “We look forward to seeing what they will do in 2012.” Current speculations and predictions from DoSomething.org include:
- Will Jay-Z and Beyonce, Rihanna, and Justin Timberlake each use their massive popularity and talent for social change next year?
- How will Zoey Dechanel use her new star power for good?
- We suspect Bieber’s good heart will rub-off on Selena Gomez and catapult her to the list next year.
- With Tim Tebow being the most talked about athlete of 2011, we’re excited to see how he uses his celebrity for good in the coming year.
To determine the rankings, DoSomething.org used its research team and an expert panel, who focused on three elements: popularity, influence, and impact. The first two were calculated using each celebrity’s number of Twitter followers and Facebook likes, as well as their IMDB Pro Scores, Billboard Social 50 ranking, and number of ChaCha inquiries.
For full list and celebrities’ individual charitable impact, visit: http://www.dosomething.org/blog/celebsgonegood/top-twenty-2011
Ke$ha for Canada’s PETA
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Ke$ha for Canada’s PETA – Kesha has a new starring role. Ke$ha stars in a PETA India ad to help save seals from the cruel seal slaughter in Canada. For campaign details visit PETA here.
UPTOWN Magazine Debuts Gourmet Issue for April
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UPTOWN Magazine’s April issue (on newsstands April 12th) focuses on all things Gourmet, including a candid interview with celebrity Chef Marcus Samuelsson.
“King of the Kitchen” features Marcus Samuelsson’s journey from childhood kitchens in Sweden (via Ethiopia) to Bravo’s Top Chef Masters to revitalizing Harlem’s scene with Red Rooster, his sophisticated and soulful new restaurant on 125th Street.
“Harlem, for me, is a character itself. It took me a long time to listen,” said Samuelsson, on living, breathing the neighborhood for six years of preliminary research.
Editor-At-Large Star Jones hosts an informal dinner party with four different chefs: Food Network’s Sunny Anderson; celebrity caterer Alexander Smalls; Del Frisco corporate chef Clarence Van De Mark; and Former Soho and Tribeca Grand Executive Chef Herb Wilson.
‘PEOPLE’ Announces Commemorative Book, Elizabeth Taylor, Celebrating Her Extraordinary Life
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PEOPLE magazine, announced the release of the commemorative book Elizabeth Taylor, 1932-2011, a tribute to Hollywood’s legendary violet-eyed star. The 128-page commemorative soft cover book, which hit newsstands on April 8th ($11.99/US) is rich with iconic photos and stories that celebrate the extraordinary life, loves, and careers of the Academy Award-winning actress, mother, grandmother, and AIDS activist, who not only captivated audiences for decades with her onscreen performances and off-screen dramas, but also as a savvy businesswoman who launched a Passion-ate multimillion dollar fragrance empire in the 1980s.
The hardcover version of Elizabeth Taylor, 1932-2011 is available beginning May 10th ($19.95/US) wherever books are sold and can be ordered online at www.people.com/liztaylor.
NBA MegaStar Carmelo Anthony for Ultra Sheen® Men™
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NBA Star Carmelo Anthony has just inked a multiyear deal as the corporate spokesperson for Johnson Products Company, Inc. (JPC), known as one of the most pioneering ethnic hair care companies in the world. JPC has entered the men’s grooming arena with the Fall 2010 launch of Ultra Sheen® Men™.
The Ultra Sheen® Men™ grooming collection is targeted to the trendsetting man who has style and swagger. Today, no one better exudes the “trendsetting man” than NBA All-Star, Carmelo Anthony, who has signed on to lend his voice and celebrity to the Ultra Sheen® Men™ line.
For more information on Ultra Sheen® Men™ and Johnson Products Company, visit www.JohnsonProducts.com.
Follow Miley Cyrus on NEW Twitter Account
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That’s right, you can now follow Miley Cyrus again via Twitter. Here are two pics she shared. After just a few days ago talking about staying away she is back on full force and promoting her upcoming international Gypsy Heart Tour. Sure she is sending out love to her fans but its all about getting the word out. Are you happy to have her back on twitter??
BEST FANS EVER! 100,000 FOLLOWERS! #RADIATELOVE P.S. This stache is so sexyyy but it makes me sneeze.
Follow Miley Cyrus @gypsyhearttour
Britney Spears Wears Dolce & Gabbana in Femme Fatale
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Britney Spears wearing Dolce & Gabbana in Femme Fatale for the promotional photographs for her Femme Fatale album. Must say, its a perfect fit. Would love to see more Dolce & Gabbana on Britney. Here is the link @dolcegabbana tweeted. You can also check out the article here
Big Pony Fragrance Collection & OneRepublic Bring Sound, Cinema and Digital Technology to the 2011 Sundance Film Festival
The Big Pony Fragrance Collection is making its digital debut at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival with a fragrant twist on sound, cinema and digital technology on the evening of January 21st at renowned Park City entertainment venue, Cisero’s.
The Big Pony Collection by Ralph Lauren is a new team of fragrances that embraces the key facets of modern men: Sports, Seduction, Adventure and Style. Inspired by the iconic Big Pony polo shirts, the vibrant collection gives guys a chance to engage one or all of their interests through fragrance. Visit www.BigPonyFragrance.com or www.facebook.com/RalphLauren or @BigPonyTeam to learn more about the Collection and partnerships with Bruce Weber and OneRepublic.
Alyssa Rubino is Breaking Sound Barriers on Billboard’s Breakout Charts
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At 12 years old, Alyssa Rubino is one of the youngest Canadian singers to warrant cover girl status for one of the oldest music industry trades, Billboard Magazine. This week’s issue unveils the “Girl Wonder” as the brightest new star in Billboard’s Dance Club galaxy with a worldwide digital release of her first single “Keep On Dancing”, debuting February 1 on Amazon and iTunes, with full-throttle airplay on Top 40 and Rhythmic radio stations.
Pre-teen pop princess Rubino is using her fresh fame for more than just infectious lyrics and intrinsic talent by actively participating in a high school anti-bullying campaign later this month, via an invasion of radio waves and a European promotional tour.
The aspiring “international superstar” credits her active and grounded Toronto-based upbringing to her father and producer, Danny Rubino, who supported his daughter’s inevitable destiny as a musician through his own background in writing and performing music. He and noted artist Trust Chen Pow united to collaborate and form the production duo One, also responsible for Alyssa’s freshman album, Every Girl’s World, due to release later this year.
Stay tuned for this Rubino as she adds her name to the hot list of mainstream Canadian artists such as Justin Bieber, Drake, Avril Lavigne, Nickelback and Nelly Furtado. Look for Alyssa Rubino on the cover of Billboard Magazine, available now on newsstands and in major retail bookstores worldwide. Visit www.billboard.com/alyssa for details on what makes this “Girl Wonder” want to keep on dancing.
America’s Biggest Bedtime Story Catches Bieber Fever
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Grab your comfiest blanket and favorite PJs and find a good spot in front of the computer. The nation’s largest annual bedtime story event, America’s Biggest Bedtime Story, is back for its fourth year and will feature one of the world’s most recognizable superstars. BOOK IT!®, the reading incentive program sponsored by Pizza Hut®, is teaming up with Justin Bieber, as this year’s celebrity reader to motivate children to read more and help them develop a lifelong love of reading. Children, parents and teachers alike are encouraged to join the online webcast of Justin’s reading at http://www.bookitprogram.com/on Feb. 15 starting at 8 a.m. CST.
Readers can join in by logging on to http://www.bookitprogram.com on February 15 starting at 8 a.m. CST. The webcast will be available online until 11:59 p.m. CST on February 18. The read-along will feature Justin Bieber reading Cat in the Hat along with activities, a chance to win prizes and tips on how to raise a reader.
Justin Bieber rushed to Hospital for Allergic Reaction
3Justin Bieber was rushed to Hospital for Allergic Reaction. That must of had been some scary moments for Justin, Mom, the crew of at CSI and the insurance company! I wonder what he was allergic too? Hmm…. your thoughts??
Online Viral Sensation Blare LeVoir to Host a Songwriter and Producer Contest
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Pop and R&B online viral sensation Blare LeVoir has social media numbers that compare with the likes of early Justin Bieber and Grayson Chance. With YouTube views at almost 3 million, over 7 million MySpace views, single sales in the tens of thousands and a huge following online – Blare is undoubtedly on the entertainment industry’s watch list for the next major online sensation. His unique Pop/ R&B flare coupled with his captivating look make him a sure thing.
Blazetrak.com, the internet’s top talent discovery platform, is about to make a major bet on that “sure thing” by doing something completely revolutionary in partnership with Blare LeVoir and his management team. From January 19, 2011 through February 19, 2011 Blare will be using Blazetrak’s video based interactive-platform to find a mega-hit record.
Blazetrak.com, which boasts a professional client roster, which includes super producer Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, “American Idol” winner Ruben Studdard, and “Dancing with the Stars”, Edyta Sliwinska, is allowing songwriters and producers from around the world to submit their best original song directly to Blare and his management team through Blazetrak. This is a chance of a lifetime for an up-and-coming songwriter/producer. The chosen song will be recorded by Blare and launched to the world throughout his powerful network and made available for purchase through the top online distribution channels.
All participants have the option of submitting for an evaluation, free of charge, or paying a nominal fee to receive a guaranteed video response directly from Blare himself. For up-and-coming songwriter/producers, this is a significant opportunity to get their music in front of a large audience of engaged listeners. For more information and/or to submit, go to: http://www.blazetrak.com/blarelevoir.
Gwen Stefani: New International Face of L’Oreal Paris
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L’Oreal Paris welcomes Gwen Stefani today as the brand’s new face. By joining the L’Oreal Paris family today, Gwen Stefani will represent her own vision of beauty alongside other spokespersons, such as Jennifer Lopez, Milla Jovovich, Diane Keaton, Beyonce Knowles, Diane Kruger, Evangeline Lilly, Andie MacDowell, Julianna Margulies, Eva Longoria, Freida Pinto and Kerry Washington.
Chilean Miner Edison Peña Guest stars VIVA ELVIS at ARIA RESORT & CASINO
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Edison Peña, the Chilean miner who became popular worldwide as a major Elvis fan, visited Las Vegas January 10-12 to experience Viva ELVIS by Cirque du Soleil and ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter. Peña was offered a guest appearance in the show Tuesday, Jan. 11 and received VIP treatment during his stay at ARIA.
During the performance, Peña traveled across the Viva ELVIS stage in style, riding in the show’s representation of Elvis’s iconic pink Cadillac during “Blue Suede Shoes.” After his special appearance in front of the excited audience he described the experience to the Viva ELVIS cast as “fantastic – the scenery, the special effects, the music, all of you. You are the best and beautiful. I have no words.”
After discovering the extent of Peña’s love for Elvis, Graceland offered the rescued miner a trip to Memphis where he received a private tour of the mansion and all of the exhibits. He was also able to experience other Memphis attractions such as the historic Sun Studio where Elvis, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis all started their music careers.
Peña finished his whirlwind tour of everything Elvis with his exclusive cameo in Viva ELVIS, which stands as a tribute to the life and music of Elvis Presley.
Jenni Rivera – New Reality Series ‘I Love Jenni’
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Telemundo announced its new reality series “I Love Jenni“. “Access Hollywood‘s” Shaun Robinson joined as moderator during the press conference, where she interviewed Executive Producer and Star of the reality series, Jenni Rivera and unveiled a sneak peek of “I Love Jenni,” which is slated to premiere March, 2011. The presentation was held at The Langham Hotel in Pasadena, California. Visit mun2.tv/ilovepress for a sneak peek of “I Love Jenni.”
Top Celebrity of ABC TV Hit Dancing with the Stars Supports Prostate Cancer Awareness
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Mark Ballas Stages a Day of Dancing and Music to Benefit AdMeTech Foundation’s Dance for the Cure
Mark Ballas of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars is featured by Bill Morganti, a leader of the Boston dancing community, in a Day of Dancing and Music. Proceeds will benefit AdMeTech Foundation’s Dance for the Cure of Prostate Cancer – a public awareness campaign to end the prostate cancer crisis, which strikes as many as 1 in 6 men. Meet Mark Ballas and learn to dance from the best as he leads workshops. After the workshops, guests are invited to join Mark for an intimate reception, “meet and greet” and photo opportunities. Join Mark for this unique, once in a lifetime experience and support education and research for the development of accurate diagnostic tools for early detection and treatment of prostate cancer, the most common and the second most lethal cancer in men.
For more information and donation, visit www.admetech.org.
HGTV’s Kimberly Lacy of ‘Curb Appeal: Joins The Fuller Center for Housing as Ambassador
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It was announced today that HGTV’s Kimberly Lacy is signing on as an ambassador for The Fuller Center for Housing. Many celebrities merely lend their names to causes, and others like Kimberly Lacy do the hard work in the trenches and become a voice for causes greater than themselves.
Leaders of The Fuller Center for Housing, a global non-profit housing ministry founded by Millard and Linda Fuller, who also founded Habitat for Humanity, recognized Kimberly’s commitment to service by her work in Atlanta’s Lakewood Heights neighborhood where The Fuller Center is working to revitalize that community. “When I met her and saw her enthusiasm, there was nothing but a genuine flow of love and concern for the homeowners and the overall community. Her heart and working hands spoke for themselves.” – Beverly Black, Director of Donor Development for The Fuller Center for Housing.
Because of her work on HGTV, serving as a volunteer expert project manager with The Fuller Center, and understanding the housing needs of low-income families, Kimberly Lacy has risen to The Fuller Center’s call of action which is to provide decent, affordable and safe homes to those in need and provide assistance to those who cannot afford to pay for much needed repairs to their homes.
As an ambassador, Kimberly will participate in building projects across the country, help lead work teams through The Fuller Center’s Global Builders Program, serve as a media spokesperson for both domestic and international events, and participate in disaster rebuilding efforts.
[SOURCE: The Fuller Center for Housing]
Actress Kim Cattrall Reveals Her Secret to Younger Looking Body Skin
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Kim Cattrall is revealing one of her most unexpected beauty secrets: she swapped her body products and upgraded to Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Advanced Anti-Aging Body Wash and Body Lotion for softer, smoother and younger looking skin after one use. The striking star, best known for portraying Samantha Jones on Sex & The City, is now encouraging women to follow her lead and demand more from their body products to achieve a youthful appearance from head to toe.
To find out more about Kim’s partnership with Olay, log on to www.facebook.com/olay or check out www.olay.com to explore the brand’s collection of body products for women of all ages, including the now available Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Advanced Anti-Aging Body Wash and coming in February, the accompanying Body Lotion .