‘Smash’ Enlists ‘Hairspray’s’ Nikki Blonsky for Recurring Role – Just days after enlisting Rent alum Jesse L. Martin, NBC’s Broadway drama has enlisted Hairspray star Nikki Blonsky, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. The actress, who was discovered working at an ice cream shop when she was cast in the 2007 feature film adaptation, has booked a recurring role on the series, reuniting her with Hairspray producers Neil Meron and Craig Zadan. – Read more at The Hollywood Reporter
Nicki Minaj On ‘American Idol’: Bring On The ‘Tension’ – Guess who said that! – So will Nicki help reinvigorate “American Idol,” or will she fare as well as the last outside-the-box hire, one-season flop Ellen DeGeneres? What kind of advice can she possibly give the contestants? And, perhaps most important of all, can she go an entire season without killing Mariah Carey? Here’s what two of the biggest “Idol” fans — and noted experts — had to say. – Read more at MTV
Jessica Sanchez Surrounded by Press in Manilla
The American Idols have landed at Manilla Airport
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Mariah Carey: No feuding with Minaj on ‘Idol’ yet – NEW YORK (AP) — Carey tried to quell rumors about her quarreling with Minaj by saying they’ve only been together two days and “a feud takes a little longer to happen.” All the judges burst into laughter. Minaj says the new “Idol” judges are “getting along wonderfully.” – Read more at The Associated Press
CMA Music Festival 2012: Sneak Peek With Carrie Underwood, Blake
Christina Aguilera: ‘There’s plenty of room for me and Britney on TV’ – But, just as Spears isn’t stirring up the drama behind the scenes, her former “Mickey Mouse Club” co-star has nothing but good things to say about her old friend. Aguilera says, “I welcome them on to the TV family; it’s a fun place to be… We’ve been in this business for a long time and I have nothing but respect for Britney… There’s room for all of us.” – Read more at SF Gate
Britney vs. Christina – Who was more popular on Facebook? EXCLUSIVE – The takeaway points? -Britney is currently leading Christina in mention counts on Facebook. -Britney saw a higher spike on the night The X Factor premiered (Sept. 12), with her mentions going up 2,375%. Christina’s mentions “only” went up 450% during the premiere of The Voice (Sept. 10). -Both Spears and X Factor scored highest among women 25-34. Aguilera and The Voice hit their peaks with women 35-44. Interestingly, both Aguilera and The Voice‘s top three demos were all women, while men were interested in Spears. Men ages 25-34 were Spears’ second-highest scorers. – Read more at Entertainment Weekly
The Rumors Are True! Lea Michele Is the New Face of L’Oréal Paris – Lea Michele has a little something extra to sing about today: as earlier rumors suggested, the actress was just named the newest face of L’Oréal Paris. “I’m overjoyed and beyond honored to be a part of the L’Oréal Paris family,” the actress tells PEOPLE exclusively. “I’m such a fan of L’Oréal Paris not just for all of their amazing products, but for what they stand for. I’m so thankful to be a part of a television show that promotes inner beauty and self-worth. Now to be a part of this amazing family that expresses the same amazing message is such an honor.” – Read more at People
