Alabama ‘Idol’ Ruben Studdard reveals current weight, reflects on his ‘Biggest Loser’ experience (photos, video) – Q: Have you stayed in touch with your “Biggest Loser” trainer, Dolvett Quince? A: My trainer Dolvett is amazing. The good thing about him is that he isn’t one of those people who does a job and walks away from it. He and I developed a friendship that I didn’t expect. … A lot of times people say, “Oh, we’ll keep up,” but they don’t mean it. Dolvett has most definitely been true to form, guiding me through my process for the whole entire time the show went on. And it paid off. … After the show was over, I lost 120 pounds and I’ve since lost 7 or 8 more pounds since the finale. So whatever he tells me is working. Q: What do you weigh now? A: I weigh 335 pounds. – Read more at AL.com
Ruben Studdard Tells What Happens The Day After ‘Idol’ – Ruben Studdard wowed the judges and the American public when he won American Idol in 2003. NPR’s Rachel Martin speaks with Studdard about his Idol win and what life and music has been like since. – From NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday – Listen Here
Country Music Star Carrie Underwood Speaks At Tulsa’s Fur Ball – TULSA, Oklahoma –
A fundraiser for local animal support benefited several animal rescue programs and there was even a special guest in attendance. Country music star Carrie Underwood stopped by because an animal shelter she supports received an award. “Fur Ball” is the name of the Oklahoma Alliance for Animals’ 10th annual fundraiser gala. More than 300 people attended the event. “It’s a sold out event and we’re happy,” the alliance’s Jamee Suarez said. Underwood, a Checotah native, cheered on the charity she supports in her hometown. OAA recognized Happy Paws Animal Shelter for its spay-neuter and adoption programs. – See the Video at News On 6
‘That was the most beautiful thing I ever saw’: Judge Paula Abdul breaks down in tears on So You Think You Can Dance – Paula Abdul was so moved by a dance routine on So You Think You Can Dance Australia that she was reduced to tears. In a preview of Sunday’s episode, the kind-hearted judge breaks down after a performance by urban-tapper Jay Johns and jazz dancer Ashleigh Tavares.
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