Nicki Minaj

December 02, 2011 Extra Scoop
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The seven "X Factor" finalists paid tribute to Michael Jackson on Thursday evening's show before the voting results were announced. Here are three memorable moments from the show:

1. Rap sensation Astro was sent home.

2. Fourteen-year-old Drew, who was in the bottom two, sang "Listen to Your Heart" by Roxanne before she was eliminated.

3. Before walking off the stage, a sobbing Drew thanked her fans and said, "Jesus loves all you guys. That is truly what I was in this competition for anyway."

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'Hugo' Picks Up Best Film and Earns Martin Scorsese Director of the Year -- The Guardian

Meryl Streep Turns Up at Couple's Wedding Dressed as Margaret Thatcher -- Contact Music

Nicki Minaj Barbie Doll to Be Made by Mattel, Auctioned for Charity -- Billboard

November 22, 2011 Fashion

Now you too can have the haute couture shoes and handbags inspired by the hottest looks on the American Music Awards red carpet.

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Racy & Lacy

Favorite Latin Music Artist Jennifer Lopez showed some serious skin through her Zuhair Murad lace gown.Incorporate this peek-a-boo trend into your repertoire with a lace ankle boot or clutch.Shoes: Available at JustFab.com

Sparks Fly

Country sweetheart Taylor Swift glowed in a glistening gold Reem Acra gown.Look as luminous as the Artist of the Year by donning sparkling platform pumps or carrying a sequined bag.Shoes: Available at JustFab.com

Super Bold

The bold burst of color in Nicki Minaj's silk and lace Oscar de la Renta gown stole the show.Reinvent the Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist's high-voltage idea with a girly jade-hued platform pump.Shoes: Available at JustFab.com

Wild Card

Mary J. Blige brought the drama in an asymmetrical leopard-print dress from Roberto Cavalli.Add some intense theatricality to your style with a sleek and spotted platform pump.Shoes: Available at JustFab.com

November 22, 2011 Extra Scoop
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The countdown is on! Fierce MC Nicki Minaj plans to drop her follow-up to "Pink Friday" early next year, or possibly late this year.

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'Dancing with the Stars' Partners Maks and Hope to Boycott Finale? -- Huffington Post

'How I Met Your Mother' Shocking Twists and Turns -- Entertainment Weekly

Natalie Wood Investigation Unlikely to Yield Results -- The Hollywood Gossip

Pippa Middleton's Replica Bridesmaid Dresses Sell Out in Hours -- FOX News

November 07, 2011 Celebrity Highlights

The conviction of Michael Jackson's doctor, Conrad Murray, caused a flurry of tweets from the entertainment community, including Jackson's sister, La Toya, Ryan Secrest, Nicki Minaj and others.

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Sister La Toya felt vindicated, tweeting, "VICTORY!!!!!! Michael I love you and I will continue to fight until ALL are brought to justice! Thank you EVERYONE for your love and support! It will ALWAYS be appreciated!"

October 27, 2011 Extra Scoop
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LiLo's dad was arrested for the second day in a row, in Florida after allegedly contacting his GF Kate Major. According to police, Michael tried to escape by jumping off a 3rd-story balcony and fell 34 feet to the ground.

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Kris Humphries, Vinny from 'Jersey Shore' Have Boys Night Out -- US Weekly

Nicki Minaj is Most-Searched Celeb Halloween Costume -- MTV News

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'Sister Wives' Baby's First Photos -- People

October 13, 2011 Hot Topics

When 8-year-old Sophia and 5-year-old Rosie caught the public's attention with a rendition of Nicki Minaj's song, "Super Bass" on YouTube, fans wrote to talk show host Ellen DeGeneres begging her to watch the video -- which has over 7 million hits.

On Wednesday's "Ellen DeGeneres Show," the two little girls from the UK were completely taken by surprise when Minaj stepped on stage. Sophia jumped up and down, ecstatically hugging her idol.

August 23, 2011 Hot Topics

Pop star Selena Gomez proved she can sing, act and rap!

The 19-year-old starlet, currently on her summer "When the Sun Goes Down" tour, showed off her rap skills while performing Nicki Minaj's "Super Bass." The singer took to the stage at Hershey Park on Sunday and kept her concert PG, even skipping over a curse word at the end of the song.

August 05, 2011 Television

ABC apologized Friday for singer Nicki Minaj's minor wardrobe slip during her "Good Morning America" performance.

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While singing on stage at Central Park's Rumsey Playfield, the 28-year-old R&B singer's crop top slipped down, exposing her breast.