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Phillip Phillips Is America's New Idol

Katie Henry — Wed, 23 May 2012 22:30:22 PDT

American Idol closed out its 11th season in LA tonight and crowned Phillip Phillips the winner! The two-hour season finale brought out some of music's biggest stars like Rihanna, Chaka Khan, John Fogerty, and Dream Girls legend Jennifer Holliday, who joined finalist Jessica Sanchez on stage for an unforgettable duet of "And I'm Telling You." The judges also got in on the action. Steven Tyler and Aerosmith performed a medley of songs while Jennifer Lopez flashed her abs in a studded bra and got the crowd on their feet with her latest dance track, "Follow the Leader." The evening was packed with exciting moments, including a marriage proposal. Former contestant Ace Young got down on one knee and popped the question to girlfriend, and Idol's season three runner-up, Diana DeGarmo.

Following the results and Phillips's emotional performance of his first single, "Home," he headed backstage to chat with press about his long road to tonight's finale, and how he's processing the win. Phillip said of his big win, "It's so unreal . . . it hasn't sunk in yet, it's just such a blessing to have." Phillip was humble talking about his own success, but Jessica was quick to compliment her competitor, saying, "When they announced it was Phillip I was so happy. I love him so much; he deserved it. He's been having to keep up with his health issues; he's been through a lot more than us, both mentally and physically." Season 11 was full of excitement for the contestants and the judges. However, we'll have to wait and see if J Lo returns for season 12.

Look Back at Musical Moments From the Billboard Music Awards!

Lauren Turner — Sun, 20 May 2012 09:03:39 PDT

The 2012 Billboard Music Awards are rolling into Las Vegas today. It's shaping up to be a great show, with Carrie Underwood, Justin Bieber, Usher, and Katy Perry scheduled to perform and Adele, Rihanna, and Drake nominated. Before we check out all the action this weekend, we're taking a look back at the Billboard fun in years past. Remember when Destiny's Child took the stage and when Gwen Stefani showed off her abs for the crowd? Don't forget last year's excitement with Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez or Britney Spears's 2004 photo op with Kanye West. Click through to see all the photos and check back later for coverage from the show!

How Rihanna Got In Soldier-Worthy Shape For Battleship

Michele Foley — Thu, 17 May 2012 00:01:00 PDT

To get in shape to play Battleship's hard-hitting Petty Officer Cora Raikes, Rihanna geared up to work alongside the real-life Navy. From weapons training to boot camp, find out how the pop songstress got in shape for her big-screen debut.

Drop and give me 20: Forget what you think you know about bootcamp workouts. Rihanna's training was the real deal. She worked alongside Navy soldiers, performing drills that challenged her entire body. She describes the experience as "really intense with lots of yelling," and, of course, lots of push-ups. The goal was to get her in action-hero shape while also breaking her out of the "celebrity mindset." In order for Rihanna to really connect with her role, she needed to understand the mentality of a soldier. You can train just like Rihanna - minus all that yelling - by doing our 11 total-body bootcamp workouts.

A weighty affair: Wielding a big gun is no easy feat. Aside from a ton of weapons training, Rihanna needed serious upper-body strength to maneuver around with such a heavy arsenal. Her trainer's answer? Weighted sandbags. Working out while carrying added weight helped Rihanna prepare for running, jumping, and kicking her way across the screen with heavy artillery strapped to her chest. Feel like challenging yourself with military-style tactics? Get going on these CrossFit workouts that anyone can do, or wear a weighted vest the next time you hit the treadmill.

Brooklyn vs. Rihanna in a White Gown Showdown - Who Nailed It at the Battleship LA Premiere?

Marisa Tom — Fri, 11 May 2012 07:26:12 PDT

As the Battleship world premiere tour continues, so does Brooklyn Decker and Rihanna's whirlwind showcase of red-carpet style. So far, we've seen them donning luxe evening creations from the likes of Giambattista Valli, Dolce & Gabbana, Stella McCartney, Emilio Pucci, and last night, the chic duo donned gorgeous long white dresses for the LA premiere. Brooklyn chose an ultraromantic Christian Dior strapless gown, complete with tiered ruffles at the bodice, a sheer floor-skimming skirt, and peachy-hued Giuseppe Zanotti heels. Meanwhile, Rihanna channeled her inner vixen in a modern white, cowl-neckline Adam Selman number and sleek Manolo Blahnik sandals, choosing to show off some leg via one thigh-high slit. Now that you've got the facts - whose white dress ensemble wins your best dressed vote?

Brooklyn, Rihanna, and Alexander Team Up to Premiere Battleship

Allie Merriam — Fri, 11 May 2012 06:58:18 PDT

Brooklyn Decker, Rihanna, and Alexander Skarsgard hit the blue carpet in LA last night for the West Coast premiere of Battleship. The ladies headed west after a big start to the week in NYC, where they both attended Monday's Met Gala. Brooklyn wore Tory Burch to the Big Apple fashion fest, while Rihanna donned a crocodile-print Tom Ford.

Battleship isn't out until next Friday, but the gang have been all over the world doing press for the last month. Brooklyn, Alexander, and costar Taylor Kitsch brought the picture to Europe, then Rihanna linked up for a quick tour of Asia and a stop in Hawaii for the junket. Brooklyn's doing double-duty, too, since her What to Expect When You're Expecting comes out the same day as her movie with Alexander and Rihanna!

Your Go-To Guide For Wearing a Nude Lip Look

Jaime Richards — Thu, 10 May 2012 10:40:00 PDT

Struggling to find a nude lipstick shade that matches your skin tone? The trick to wearing a neutral hue is to actually think subtle touches of color in lieu of taking the term "nude" literally. From beige to mocha to sheer washes of pink, a nude-toned lip can be quite flattering, especially when coupled with a smoky eye. Take Rihanna, for instance, who opted for a pretty coffee-colored lipstick paired with dark liner and soft shadow at the 2012 Met Gala. Find out a few tips for going nude, sans the chalky effects, when you read more.

See Which Celebrities Brought Their Sexy Back to the Met Gala Red Carpet!

Allison McNamara — Wed, 09 May 2012 17:58:42 PDT

We've already showed you some standout trends from the Met Gala including peplums and metallic hues, and now we're bringing you our final trend report from fashion's biggest night - sexy, backless dresses. Celebrities dared to bare some skin on the red carpet including Rihanna, Kate Bosworth, and Gwyneth Paltrow. Watch today's Fab Flash to see who else flashed some serious skin at the gala. On Allison McNamara: H&M dress, Low Luv x Erin Wasson necklace.

Behind-the-Scenes Met Gala Pictures From the Stars

Katie Henry — Tue, 08 May 2012 15:02:49 PDT

Last night's Met Gala was full of photogenic moments, and many of the celebs lucky enough to attend shared snaps from behind the scenes. Stella McCartney posed with Cameron Diaz, who wore a Stella design, and MIA, while designer Prabal Gurung spent time with actress Greta Gerwig. A Michael Kors-clad Jessica Alba caught up with Ed Norton, and Kate Bosworth, in Prada, posed with Victoria Justice. Click through to see which other celebs gave a look at their big night!

Met Gala: Rihanna

Marisa Tom — Mon, 07 May 2012 18:50:29 PDT

While Rihanna's floor-length dress may not be as skin-baring as some of her other red-carpet numbers, this black reptilian-inspired Tom Ford creation was still a serious statement maker. The daring back drop and leg slit ensured that there was just enough sexiness, but the real treat was getting a zoomed-in look at the dress's crocodile-meets-lizard-skin texture. It was positively exotic, and the slick second-skin effect hugged her every curve. The only other accessory? Black talon-like nails, which she said made the prepping process a lot longer. Thoughts on Rihanna's look?

Rihanna Goes Sexy and Backless in Tom Ford at the Met Gala

Lauren Turner — Mon, 07 May 2012 18:41:46 PDT

Rihanna chose a black textured crocodile gown from Tom Ford's Fall 2012 collection for the Met Gala in NYC tonight. Inside the event she met up with pal La La Vasquez as all the guests took their seats. Rihanna's fresh off an appearance on SNL over the weekend, when she rocked the stage with multiple hot performances. In addition to her music, Rihanna has Battleship hitting theaters later this month and we recently sat down with the star in Hawaii to chat about the project. What do you think of Rihanna's look this evening? Make sure to weigh in on our fashion and beauty Met Gala polls as this evening's big event continues!