DIGGIN' THE SCENE, DIGGIN' ON YOU

I swear TLC's "Diggin' On You" is still the hottest "live" video ever made.

FLO RIDA + SIA FURLER - "WILD ONES"

"Wild Ones" is the new dance-inspired Flo Rida single that dropped earlier this month featuring Sia Furler.  I bet your wondering who she is, but you may already know.  

Sia's known for her work with Zero 7 ("Destiny") and for writing for Christina Aguilera ("You Lost Me"). 

"Wild Ones" is very anthemic and will have the masses moving in the coming months. Never thought that I would see the day that Sia purposely went commercial.

ANGELA SIMMONS IS PRETTY IN PINK

Reality star and designer Angela Simmons looked especially cute today walking around Miami in sweats. These shots just call to mind Drake's lyrics from "Best I Ever Had."

Sweat pants, hair tied, chillin' with no make-up on
That's when you're the prettiest, I hope that you don't take it wrong

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WHICH WEIGHT LOSS DIVA REIGNS SUPREME?

As we head into 2012, some of music's biggest divas aren't competing for record sales—they're promoting weight loss programs.  

Jennifer Hudson has had the most airtime promoting Weight Watchers. Her campaign kicked off back in 2010.  More recently, Mariah Carey was announced as an ambassador for Jenny Craig in November and Janet Jackson was revealed as the Nutrisystem spokesperson mid-December. 

Right now, team Weight Watchers is killing the other programs with their marketing efforts. Have you seen J-Hud's new commercial (below)?  However, I'm sure we will be seeing a ton of ads from all three programs since this time of year is perfect to promote weight loss and self-improvement.

HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS

Mariah Carey takes us to church with her rendition of "O Holy Night." Merry Christmas Quicksters!

STEVE MADDEN KASSEL BOOTS

I got a pair of theses Steve Madden Kassel boots over the weekend since they were such a steal. You can pick them up at Macy's or head over to your local K&G.  No matter where you shop, these boots are just under $60.

IDLE WARSHIP + MICHELLE WILLIAMS -"KATYA"

"Electrohop" group Idle Warship, made up of Talib Kwali and Res, collaborated with Destiny's Child member Michelle Williams for the song "Katya" taken from their album Habits of the Heart.  Interesting cut...kinda has a Cee-Lo vibe to it.

Download Idle Warship Katya (feat. Michelle Williams)

THE KARDASHIANS STEP OUT IN VEGAS

Kris Jenner put her girls to work over the weekend. Sisters Kim, Kourtney and Khloe made an appearance at the grand opening of their Kardashian Khaos store, a celebrity concept/souvenir shop, at the Mirage in Vegas.

imagery: Getty

YOUTUBE CATCH UP: DEAR JONES

image: Dear Jones

While YouTubing over the weekend I came across Florida sisters, Lya and Shan, who call themselves Dear Jones.  I'm not exactly sure how they popped up in my suggested videos, but i'm glad that they did because I was immediately impressed by their cover of Adele's "Someone Like You." 

I dig the Dear Jones format and casual look. Its also refreshing to see that both sisters have strong solo voices. If they can make their harmony more crisp, I believe that these ladies have a good chance of being discovered.  Watch them sing "Someone Like You" below and let me know if they have what it takes:

LINDSAY LOHAN ALL SMILES IN COURT

Lindsay Lohan had a probation hearing earlier today, and was reportedly praised for completing her probation requirements early this month.  She must have done something right as she and her attorney, Shawn Chapman, were all smiles during their time in court.  

On a side note, do you think Shawn takes cash payments in the parking lot like Atlanta Housewife Phaedra Parks? Doubt it.

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JOAN SMALLS & JOURDAN DUNN COVER I-D

Model chicks Jourdan Dunn and Joan Smalls land two of six I-D Magazine winter issue covers. 

Jourdan wins. 

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50 CENT & PIERS MORGAN STEP AND REPEAT

Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson CNN's Piers Morgan hit the step and repeat together before heading into the CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute last night at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

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BILL JOHNSON SPERM DONATION SCANDAL

Rep. Bill Johnson

Former Alabama state official, Bill Johnson, was almost our charitable celeb of the week. Out of respect for his wife, we'll just report on the story instead.

Here's what went down. For the past year, Johnson has been working as a contractor for the earthquake recovery efforts in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Over the weekend, the New Zealand Herald reported that Johnson has been donating his sperm to lesbian couples and that at least nine women have received sperm donations from Johnson with at least three successful pregnancies.

Johnson revealed that he was unable to have children with his wife, Kathy, because she had a hysterectomy.  She was aware that Johnson wanted to be a sperm donor, but he did not plan to tell her about his donor activity in New Zealand until after the babies were born. 

Oddly enough, when Johnson ran for AL governor in 2010, he sold himself as a conservative Republican and Christian who opposed gay marriage. SMH.

Does this remind anyone else of Spike Lee's She Hate Me?  Click over to AL.COM for more on this story.

KELLY ROWLAND HAS THE X-FACTOR

Kelly Rowland recently napped another sponsorship deal. Aside from representing Sean Jean's Empress fragrance, Dutch-based watch brand, TW Steel, welcomed Kelly as their worldwide ambassador last night with a VIP party at The Box in London.

Celebs in attendance included Wretch32, Amelia Lily (X-Factor) and Estelle

On the red carpet Kelly chatted about X-Factor, her new album Here I Am, and the new partnership. Peep the exclusive footage below:

MODELS SPEAK: HANAA BEN ABDESSLEM

I first socialized my fancy for Hanaa Ben Abdesslem in THIS POST, and now I finally get to put a personality with the stunning face. The Tunisian beauty talks to models.com (in her native language) about music, women, and fashion below:

STOCKING STUFFER: THE TIE BAR

Much like my cell phone, I feel incomplete leaving home for the office without my tie bar holding me down. Or holding my tie down at least.  

The tie bar has been around since the 19th century, but it has recently returned to fashion in a major way.  If you're looking for a stocking stuffer for a professional, the tie bar is a perfect insert. To make sure you nail this gift stick with a clean, simple silver bar. Check out some options below:

"MOTIVATION" THE GLEE-MIX

 

Kelly Rowland should be proud. Lil' Wayne too!

KELLY ROWLAND'S X-FACTOR AFTER PARTY

Kelly Rowland celebrated her performance on X-Factor last night with a karaoke after party at Mahiki in London. Her former DC group member Michelle Williams, Estelle, and Luke James all came out to party with Miss Kelly. Check out her hot X-Factor performance below which had her trending worldwide on Twitter:

AUBREY O'DAY FILMS CELEBRITY APPRENTICE

It looks like Aubrey O'Day will continue to put her music career on hold to be a reality TV star. Whatever pays the bills. 

The former Danity Kane singer is cast in the fifth season of Celebrity Apprentice set to premiere in February 2012. Aubrey was spotted filming scenes in Union Square (Manhattan) and has made a drastic change to her looks sporting a head full of red hair. 

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COMMON CIRCA 2005

After joining Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music label in 2004, Common released Be, arguably his most successful album, in 2005. The album featured the memorable singles "The Corner," "Testify" and "Go!" (my favorite Common single ever). Be earned Common four Grammy nominations and the album landed at number five on Billboard's 2005 Albums of the Year list.

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WHAT DO YOU DO AFTER 16 GRAMMYS?

"...whatever makes you happy." Beyonce performing "I Care" at Roseland Ballroom.