Victoria Beckham Buys Pigs for Christmas

Written by Michelle Bruns Maffei on November 19, 2009 – 1:34 pm -

victoria beckham as kid Victoria Beckham Buys Pigs for ChristmasAs an early Christmas present for hubby David Beckham, former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham has bought a pair of mini pot-bellied Gloucester Old Spot cross-breed pigs. The fact that pot-bellied pigs are not good with children apparently did not stop the fashion-forward Victoria from adding them to the family; let’s hope we do not see reports of any of her three cute kids being harmed by these territorial little creatures!

Victoria Caroline Adams was raised in Goffs Oak, Hertfordshire, in the U.K. where she attended school at St. Mary’s High School in Chestnut. An outcast because of her family’s wealth, Victoria soon decided she wanted to become famous after seeing the musical Fame. Her parents agreed to enroll her at the Jason Theatre School, which she attended until she transferred to Laine Theatre Arts College in Epson, Surrey, to study dance and modeling.

Victoria belonged to a band called Persuasion, but it was her role in the all-girl band called the Spice Girls that rocketed her to stardom. Dubbed “Posh Spice” by the media, she soon became known as a fashion icon more than as a singer. Once the band split up to pursue their own solo careers, Victoria released her debut album titled Victoria Beckham, but never quite reached the level of fame she enjoyed with the Spice Girls.

Victoria has written two autobiographies and shot five reality documentaries, including Victoria Beckham: Coming to America, but concentrates her efforts on her three cute kids with her soccer-star husband and the next fashion trend she’s sure to set.

Who was your favorite Spice Girl?


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Megan Fox – Hot Now, Not Then?

Written by Michelle Bruns Maffei on October 21, 2009 – 11:18 pm -

Megan_fox-Bruce MoyleThe 2009 Spike Scream Awards aren’t scheduled to air on Spike TV until October 27, but you don’t have to wait until then to see smokin’ hot Megan Fox when she was a teenager! Unibrow? Perhaps she might not have won the CuteKid Halloween contest (it is free to enter and the grand prize is $500), but never mind her awkward years, this brunette model turned actress is now topping all the “hottest women” lists in men’s magazines everywhere.

Megan Fox was born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and began taking classes in dance and drama at the Kingston, Tennessee, community center by the time she was five years old. She was a member of the Kingston Elementary School chorus and Kingston Clippers swim team, but by the time she was 10, she moved to St. Petersburg, Florida. When she was 13 years old, Megan became a teen model, thanks to her wins at the 1999 American Modeling and Talent Convention in South Carolina. She attended middle school at a private school called Morningside Academy and St. Lucie West Centennial High School to complete her education.

During her high schomegan fox unibrow Megan Fox   Hot Now, Not Then?ol career, Megan made her acting debut in a movie called Holiday in the Sun, but her major film debut came with Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen. Although several TV  roles, including ABC sitcom Hope & Faith, boosted her career, it was the movie Transformers where she played the character Mikaela Banes that rocketed her career into the Hollywood limelight. Most recently, she held the leading role in Jennifer’s Body and is working on a project called Jonah Hex. It’s her modeling roots, combined with her Transformer character Mikaela that will keep her in the lockers and as the screen saver of teen boys and men long after her movies have gone to video.

Do you think Megan Fox’s comments about the unimportance of an education make her a bad role model?

[photo: Bruce Moyle]


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Pregnant Heidi Klum Stunning on the Emmy’s Red Carpet

Written by Michelle Bruns Maffei on September 28, 2009 – 10:07 am -

Heidi Klum childhood1 Pregnant Heidi Klum Stunning on the Emmys Red CarpetRunway goddess Heidi Klum and husband Seal are expecting the birth of their third child (and her fourth) any day now… and it’s a girl! Despite the fact that this German-born model has a full schedule, including an appearance at last week’s Emmy awards, she still manages to find time for her hubby and children.

Heidi Klum was raised in Bergisch Gladbach, West Germany. At age 18, she entered and won “Model 92,” a modeling contest that earned her a modeling contract by Thomas Zeumer, CEO of Metropolitan Models New York. After graduating from school, she accepted the contract and began pursuing a career in modeling and acting.

Heidi has appeared on the cover of several fashion magazines, but became widely known after landing the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She is also known for her work as a Victoria’s Secret Angel, but has since broadened her resume to include acting (movies include Ella Enchanted and TV shows include Spin City), TV host (Project Runway has had huge success), businesswoman, fashion designer, TV producer, artist, and has even been known for her vocal talents. She currently is signed to heidi-klum-AP Photo_Evan AgostiniIMG Models in New York City and makes modeling, and motherhood, not only look good, but look easy!

[photo: AP Photo/Evan Agostini]

Who was the hotter – red carpet mommy Heidi Klum or mom-to-be Kourtney Kardashian?


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Kate Hudson and Alex Rodriguez Rounding the Bases to Wedded Bliss?

Written by Michelle Bruns Maffei on September 14, 2009 – 1:28 pm -

katehudson Kate Hudson and Alex Rodriguez Rounding the Bases to Wedded Bliss?Reports of things getting serious between Kate Hudson and Alex Rodriguez cannot be confirmed, but there’s no question that this blonde beauty has earned respect and paparazzi attention for her acting ability, not just her relationship ups and downs!

Kate Hudson was born in Los Angeles, California, daughter of actress Goldie Hawn. Kate graduated from the performing arts school Crossroads in Santa Monica, CA, but chose not to pursue a degree at New York University where she was accepted.

Kate appeared in small feature films but wanted to make a name for herself outside of her famous parents’ success. It was her first major role as Penny Lane in Almost Famous that did the trick.

Several movie roles in films such as The Four Feathers, Le Divorce, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, and You, Me, and Dupree helped prove that she was more than the daughter of an actress and the spitting image of her mother. Now with Alex Rodriguez by her side, she even makes life as a baseball girlfriend look good.

Do you think the fact that Kate Hudson looks so much like her mother Goldie Hawn has helped or hurt Kate’s career?


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Denise Richards Gives Encouraging Words to Jon & Kate Plus 8

Written by Michelle Bruns Maffei on September 3, 2009 – 12:31 am -

denise richards school Denise Richards Gives Encouraging Words to Jon & Kate Plus 8 Denise Richards is the latest to give support to the reality show parents Jon & Kate and their pending divorce, encouraging them that there is light at the end of the tunnel. This former wife of Charlie Sheen knows that divorce is no picnic, but this actress and former fashion model has managed to keep her head up high through what wasn’t the most private of situations.

Denise Richards was born in Downers Grove, Illinois, but graduated from El Camino High School in Oceanside, California. No one could have predicted that this former “tomboy” would become the fashion model and actress that she is today!

Denise made the most of her industry experience to appear in lower-budget films and TV shows until her theatrical debut in Starship Troopers. Her second film, Wild Things, boosted her career in the direction of Hollywood, even landing her the role of Bond Girl in The World is Not Enough. Seemingly comfortable with the sex symbol denise richards jackson lee splash news online Denise Richards Gives Encouraging Words to Jon & Kate Plus 8 label, her roles in movies such as Undercover Brother and Scary Movie 3 earned her a spot on Maxim’s 50 Sexiest Women in 1999.

She continues to make appearances on a handful of television series, but most recently focuses on her own reality TV show It’s Complicated.

[photo: Jackson Lee/Splash News Online]

Sound off: Denise Richards’ show It’s Complicated – worth watching or just another mindless reality show?


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Christina Aguilera’s New “Baby” to Debut Soon!

Written by Michelle Bruns Maffei on August 27, 2009 – 12:34 am -

christina aguilera Christina Aguilera’s New “Baby” to Debut Soon!Christina Aguilera, mother to one-and-a-half-year-old cute kid Max, is birthing a new venture: her very own radio station! The online channel will be featured on the “iheartradio” network, filled with interviews, Christina’s personal commentary, music, and more. Are more cute kids in the stars for Christina? Rumors have it that she and hubby Jordan Bratman are trying for a sibling for little Max. Time will tell!

Also known as “the little girl with the big voice,” Christina Aguilera was born in Staten Island, New York, and eventually moved to Rochester, Pensylvania when her parents divorced. As a child, Christina’s talent was apparent singing in talent shows and competitions, causing her to become the target of vandalism and exclusion by her peers due to jealousy. The family eventually moved to Waxford and kept her talent a christina aguilera gsi media Christina Aguilera’s New “Baby” to Debut Soon!secret. At that time, Christina attended Marshall Middle School and North Allegheny Intermediate High School until she was later home schooled.

The country was first introduced to Christina’s talents when she appeared on Star Search, leading to her role on The Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. Although the show was canceled after only a year, Christina recorded a song for the animated film Mulan, which landed her a contract with RCA Records.

Her debut album shot Christina to the top of the charts, but her lack of input into her music caused her to part ways with her management. It wasn’t until she released her album Stripped with BMG Records (produced by Scott Storch and singer-songwriter Linda Perry) that her sugary image was squashed by a raunchier side. In yet another image make-over, Christina released Back to Basics, giving her vocal ability center stage again.

Now as mommy Christina balances the limelight with motherhood and marriage,  we hold our breath to see what the next side of Christina will be!

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Do you censor your children’s music options based on the artist’s image?


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Chace Crawford Tops Hottest Bachelor List

Written by Michelle Bruns Maffei on July 23, 2009 – 10:26 am -

chace crawford Chace Crawford Tops Hottest Bachelor ListThis year, People Magazine named Chace Crawford 2009’s “Hottest Bachelor” at only 23 years old. As this Gossip Girl star rapidly approaches his 24th birthday, will he stay single for long?

Born Christopher Chace Crawford, this Plano, Texas-raised cutie moved to Malibu, California after graduating from Trinity Christian Academy high school to attend Pepperdine University. Although he dabbled in teen modeling in Dallas, he majored in broadcast journalism. But, wavering between career paths, his school-teacher mother encouraged him to pursue acting based on a career aptitude test he took in high school. Chace’s mother must have seen something in him, because he was signed by the first talent agent that interviewed him.

Chace landed his first gig in a TV movie Long Lost Son, leading to his film debut in The Covenant. He soon became well-known in his leading role in the TV show Gossip Girl. He continues to do movies and chace crawford 2008 Chace Crawford Tops Hottest Bachelor Listoccasional other TV appearances, earning him the “Choice TV Breakout Star Male” award at the Teen Choice Awards and allowing him to use his celebrity to endorse charitable causes.

Will you encourage your cute kid to finish school or find his or her way to Hollywood?

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Model Cindy Crawford Steps Out with Her Kids

Written by Michelle Bruns Maffei on July 19, 2009 – 9:39 pm -

cindy crawford Model Cindy Crawford Steps Out with Her KidsCindy Crawford may not be hitting the runway these days as a supermodel, but this super mom was spotted recently in Los Angeles with her two children who obviously got the cute kid gene. Could they both grow up to follow in their mother’s modeling footsteps?

Cindy was born in DeKalb, Illinois, where she wasn’t discovered for her beauty until she was 16 years old. A newspaper photographer snapped her photo during her summer job detasseling corn, which earned her enough positive feedback to convince her to take up teen modeling. Winning runner-up in the Elite Model Management’s Look of the Year contest at just 17 years old, the Elite modeling agency in Chicago swooped up this beauty-marked babe immediately.

Cindy graduated DeKalb High School as valedictorian, but her academic scholarship to study chemical engineering at Northwestern University just didn’t win over modeling. She only attended one quarter before dropping out to pursue a full-time modeling career. She took up work with photographer Victor Skrebneski, but eventually signed with Elite New York modeling agency in Manhattan.

cindy crawford2 Model Cindy Crawford Steps Out with Her KidsThis 5-foot 9-inch former teen model quickly hit supermodel status as she landed magazine covers, runways, and fashion campaigns. She also appeared in several TV and movie roles, and even has a line of home furnishings and a line of beauty products. She retired from modeling in 2000, but still manages to rank at the top of the most sexy, beautiful, and hot lists.

Weigh in: Cindy Crawford’s beauty mark – sexy or distracting?

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Farrah Fawcett – The Woman Behind the Red One-piece Bathing Suit

Written by Michelle Bruns Maffei on July 2, 2009 – 1:19 pm -

farrah fawcett Farrah Fawcett – The Woman Behind the Red One piece Bathing SuitFarrah Fawcett was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, where she graduated from W.B. Ray High School in 1965. She then attended the University of Texas, where she appeared in a photo of the “Ten Most Beautiful Coeds” as a sister of Delta Delta Delta. The photo ran in Cashbox Magazine, gaining notice from a Hollywood publicist who urged her to move to Los Angeles to give modeling a try.

Her move proved fruitful as she landed several TV commercials, leading to roles on TV shows such as I Dream of Jeanie and The Six Million Dollar Man. Her good looks apparent, a company approached Farrah’s agent about doing a photo shoot for her most famous poster, shot by Bruce McBroom. Sales estimates of this now-famous poster reach about 12 million copies.

Known at that point as both a pretty face and an actress, Farrah appeared on many TV shows, but her most memorable role was farrah fawcett iconic pinup 1976 Farrah Fawcett – The Woman Behind the Red One piece Bathing Suitas Jill Munroe in Charlie’s Angels. Leaving the show after just one season, her next acclaim came with her role in the 1983 off-Broadway stage production Extremities. The movie version of Extremities earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama.

Farrah took several TV movie roles earning her nominations and respect as an actress who refused to reveal it all… until she shocked the world by posing in Playboy magazine!

Despite her choice to appear on the pages of Playboy, Farrah’s career seemed to steadily run its course until she lost her battle with cancer in June 2009. From model to actress to stage performer, this teen model had a face that won’t soon be forgotten.

What is your favorite Farrah Fawcett memory?


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