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Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:30am by PopSugar

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Justin Timberlake has signed Esmee Denters as the first artist on his new record label. She started her career on YouTube, so we'd say this is step up for her. JT even makes a cameo appearance at the end of this YouTube performance. - Gatecrasher
Larry David has split from his wife Laurie after 14 years of marriage. Apparently the split is amicable but it's sad to see another couple break up. - Page Six
People is reporting that Jessica Simpson & John Mayer have broken up again. Guess the romantic getaway in Cabo wasn't enough. - People
After 3 days in jail, Paris Hilton is reportedly crying to her family about being very cold, and unable to eat and sleep. We knew jail would be quite an adjustment for the heiress. - TMZ
Joe Francis will be staying in a Nevada jail to avoid being arrested in Florida on a separate charge. Young women everywhere can breathe a sigh of relief for now. - AP

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t_hive88 [+]

Poor Paris. Sad Ok... I love Paris posts for 2 reasons... 1)I love Paris and 2)It p*sses a lot of people on here off and that brings a little smile to my face. Smiling

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:38am Report Comment

Cinnamon Girl [+]

LMAO hive !!

Congrats to Esmme , i knew she was going to get signed to Tennman records ..lucky Biotch .

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:45am Report Comment

t_hive88 [+]

Hey Cinn! Wave

Yeah, that chick has an awesome voice. I can't believe she's only 18! Congrats to her!

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:51am Report Comment

lady-T [+]

she can sing!! i like her voice!! Smiling

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:52am Report Comment

crispet1 [+]

She sounds great!

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:52am Report Comment

pud3333 [+]

She can sing, but she's nothing special. No real original sound to her voice or anything to distinguish her from all the rest. But good luck to her.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:54am Report Comment

Cinnamon Girl [+]

Hey hive , yeah she`s really great ..wish i could sing.lol

did u finish writing your letter to P ?

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:59am Report Comment

grl in the world [+]

I love Esmee's voice, she's a natural, I'm sure she'll be a success on JTs label.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:59am Report Comment

t_hive88 [+]

Not yet Cinn! I had a pretty bad day after work and didn't get to it, lol. I don't have much to do tonight though, so maybe I will then. What about you?

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 10:01am Report Comment

Cinnamon Girl [+]

oh ! i`m sorry about that ..hope yr having a better day Smiling

not yet .. i`ve been really busy , but we better start soon !

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 10:04am Report Comment

chancleta [+]

Congrats to Emme.
I feel bad saying this but I find Paris' hardship amusing Eye-wink

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 10:27am Report Comment

lovekailua [+]

awww larry david Sad

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 10:33am Report Comment

missparker [+]

Boo Flippin Hoo, Paris!

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 10:44am Report Comment

jennifer76 [+]

I'm sure jail really does suck. But, it's hard to feel all that bad for her. There are people all over the world who are too cold and have trouble sleeping and eating through no fault of their own. She's had every freaking opportunity in life, and this is what she's chosen to do with that. Sad.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 10:53am Report Comment

bishbosh [+]

Great signing. Really looking forward to seeing new work.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 11:13am Report Comment

Jillness [+]

She should have thought about the accomindations at jail after she violated her probation the first time!

I have lived in LA for a while, and I have never been pulled over. With millions of cars on the streets, it is hard to stand out. I can't believe she was pulled over 3 times in such a short length of time! She must suck behind the wheel! (And don't blame her fancy cars for attracting cops attention...the luxury cars out number the crappy ones out here!)

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 11:16am Report Comment

ilove2ski [+]

You will be out soon Paris! It is ok buddy! Smiling

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 11:22am Report Comment

t0xxic [+]

She sounds like Jojo what do we need with more artist that sound the same.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 11:23am Report Comment

t0xxic [+]

She sounds like Jojo what do we need with more artist that sound the same.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 11:23am Report Comment

Ice_Queen [+]

She can sing..nothing spectacular about her voice, sounds like a normal 16yr old that can sing, nothing really that gon make her stand out..but as i said she can sing and with Justin's contacts and whats not she may have the airways blazin'. Awww poor Paris this is actually quite funny LOL..i dont hate her or anything but its still funny her whining..what did she expect?! Hope she gets the message now and change.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 11:24am Report Comment

em1282 [+]

Hmmm...her voice isn't all that great (then again neither is JT's but he knows how to put together a damn good song) but it's cool that she got famous from YouTube. Seriously, it's funny that anyone can become famous overnight Smiling

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 11:28am Report Comment

swwonder [+]

From the first 25 seconds of the video I can tell I don't like her. The head shaky thing was irritating and I don't like her voice.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 11:39am Report Comment

flower [+]

paris CANT HANDLE real life, her pampered self rejects any shred of it.

PARIS IS A MANIPULATIVE SKANK !!!
ITS ALL AN ACT FOR THE JUDGE TO SHORTEN HER SENTENCE EVEN MORE.
im betting her laywer,and her shrink discussed ways to shorten her stay.

from what ive heard -shes put herself on a hunger strike

PARIS IS A MANIPULATIVE SKANK !!!

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 12:06pm Report Comment

fashionvictim85 [+]

this esmee-girl is fab!!!

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 12:08pm Report Comment

Padraigin [+]

Esmee Denters is not "fabulous" - she's OK. With some vocal training and good production, she should fine.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 1:50pm Report Comment

Cheetah521 [+]

Esmee has a great voice, I hope she does really well!

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 2:05pm Report Comment

m00nsh1ne [+]

She wouldn't make it past the first round of American Idol if they judged her on the first 30-40 seconds of that performance. I agree the head shaking thing is irritating but probably just how she gets herself "into it".

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 2:41pm Report Comment

DCBaxter [+]

I think she sounds terrible. Very pitchy.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 2:44pm Report Comment

Hollywoodjess [+]

it kind of sounds like Justin is singing in the background with her...Unless its a recording or someone else?

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 2:56pm Report Comment

Bellatrix [+]

I'm not much fond of Esmee neither. Her voice is ok but her singing not that great. But I'm sure JT will make her a very good album though...

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 3:15pm Report Comment

woodycakes [+]

I'm really excited for this girl!

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:03pm Report Comment

kayleigh83 [+]

Ehh I really wasn't impressed by her at all. Her voice was just alright for me.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 10:32pm Report Comment

kafarine-tin-tin [+]

Wow. Esmee is great! I would love to be her, not only for the singing voice, but coz she hugged JT! Drool.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 10:57pm Report Comment

krisua [+]

Paris, stop whining.

Wed, 06/06/2007 - 11:43pm Report Comment

sushibananas [+]

Paris Hilton and Joe Francis in jail at the same time. Wow. There is justice in this world!

Thu, 06/07/2007 - 3:43am Report Comment

BKNYGal [+]

Eh, whatever...Esmee is ok I guess..(I'm so hatin') =)

I love me some JT..Pull Up To My BuMPER!!

Thu, 06/07/2007 - 6:25am Report Comment

Lo_lola [+]

Esmee has a great voice. I'm so proud that this 18 year old girl from our little country of Holland gets to do her thing with justin. People need to stop trying to shut down new talent, she's better than a whole lot of people out there who get hit records cause people buy their garbage.

Thu, 06/07/2007 - 8:21am Report Comment

DulceSkye [+]

I like Esmee as well. She's pretty, has a pleasant voice, and has remained relatively humble about her YouTube success. I wish her the best!

Thu, 06/07/2007 - 8:43am Report Comment

illogicaldee [+]

I love Esmee! I knew she was going through talks for a signing but I had no idea it was to JT's label until I checked a music site this am.

Thu, 06/07/2007 - 9:37am Report Comment

ShouldBeStudying [+]

AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW that was soo cute! The way Justin said "she sings my song better than I do" =) That was adorable... you can tell he's proud of her =)

Thu, 06/07/2007 - 10:30am Report Comment

aprild [+]

I am surprised..she is good, but I think not so good to get signed to someone as big as JT.

Thu, 06/07/2007 - 11:40am Report Comment

gangstaLOVER707 [+]

esmee can sing man...

Fri, 06/08/2007 - 12:52am Report Comment

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