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Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Have Picked Out Names for Future Baby

Though insisting they are not expecting a baby just yet, Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon surprisingly revealed to have chosen names for their future child. The pair made a revelation on the matter during an interview with SIRIUS XM's Morning Mash Up on Monday, October 5, with the pop diva was quoted as confirming, "We picked these names out a long time ago."

Both Mariah and Nick, nevertheless, declined to share with the public on the names they have picked out. "We have to keep the name secret because if we told everybody, then somebody might use it and then we have to change it, and then it wouldn't be as good," reasoned the 39-year-old songbird.

Nick Cannon Responds to Eminem Dissing Him and Mariah Carey

Already defending his wife Mariah Carey when Eminem dissed her in a song called "Bagpipes in Baghdad", Nick Cannon once again stepped forward to back her up when the Slim Shady mocked her for one more time in another track titled "Warning". He wrote on his Twitter, "Changing the world one hater at a time! Those who feed into negativity must examine there purpose on this earth."

Nick continued with another post, "I will permit no man to narrow or degrade my soul by making me hate him. Be patient in the moment of anger and escape a hundred days of sorrow." Though Eminem's name is not mentioned in the message, but many believe it is meant as a response to the rapper's recent mockery which shot down not only Mariah but also Nick as well.

Eminem Fires Back at Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon in 'Warning'

Though Mariah Carey has denied speculation she tried to diss Eminem, it seems that the Slim Shady didn't believe any words she said as he recently fired back at her in a track called "Warning". In this song, the rapper called Mariah a liar and an alcoholic.

"I'm obsessed now? Oh, gee. Is that supposed to be me in the video with the goatee?" Eminem raps on some of the song's verses. "Wow Mariah. Didn't expect you to go balls out. B****, shut the f*** up before I put all them phone calls out."

Ellen DeGeneres' Variety Show Presents Kanye West and More

Ellen DeGeneres' variety show "Ellen's Bigger, Longer & Wider Show" is slated to air on TBS on Saturday, June 27 with an impressive line-up of guest stars. Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West, magician and endurance artist David Blaine and multi-talented comedian Nick Cannon will individually be featured in segments.

Kanye, according to the press release, will be the centerpiece of the show, while David will take Ellen to the street of Chicago as he shows off his trademark street magic skills. Nick, in the mean time, will provide the DJ entertainment. More performers will be announced on later dates.

Nick Cannon Insists No Feud With Eminem Post 'Bagpipes From Baghdad'

Nick Cannon clears up speculation of him having a dispute with Eminem following him calling the Slim Shady racially insensitive on his blog in response to the rapper's song "Bagpipes From Baghdad", which dissed his wife Mariah Carey. He opens up to Entertainment Weekly, "I never even considered it as beef. It's not beef. It's just, Hey, I heard the record. I said what I had to say."

In further statement, Nick reveals that he did not take down the post, which blasted Eminem for dissing Mariah, because "somebody instructed [him] to do it or anything like that." He explains, "[It] pretty much crashed my site. There'd be thousands and thousands of comments and people couldn't leave comments on other posts or any of that stuff. So that was the only reason why I took it down."

Eminem Meant to Wish Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon the Best

After being blasted by Nick Cannon for mocking Mariah Carey in "Bagpipes From Baghdad", Eminem steps out to provide his side of story. In a recent interview with Tim Westwood, the Slim Shady explained about what he really meant in the new song, saying "I meant to say I wish them the best."

Insisting that the whole idea of making a reference to Mariah and Nick is not aimed to insult the couple, Eminem noted, "I had no idea Nick Cannon was going to Wild Out on me." The rapper, however, admitted that the song's lyrics indeed are "pretty harsh."

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Celebrate 1st Wedding Anniversary, the Details

Celebrating their first wedding anniversary on Thursday, April 30, Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon threw a star-studded bash at the Palms Casino Resort's Palms Place. The venue was decorated with candle-lit tables and a sign that read, "Happy Anniversary Mariah and Nick!" US Weekly has reported.

There were 50 friends of the couple who attended the event, like L.A. Reid, Tyrese Gibson, Sanaa Lathan and Floyd Mayweather, Jr. just to name a few. All of them were treated to surf & turf, macaroni and cheese, and mashed potatoes. For dessert, they had Creme Brulee and chocolate chip cookies.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon to Celebrate Wedding Anniversary in Sin City

Mariah Carey and her singer husband Nick Cannon will celebrate their first wedding anniversary at the end of this month and the pair reportedly plans to mark the big day by hosting a party in Sin City. Marc Malkin of E! News claims to have been given a copy of the invitation to the bash by a source.

The invitation, as claimed by Marc, is gold and features white script lettering. Citing what is written on the invitation, Marc reports festivities will be held at Palms' Moon nightclub. It will be kicked off at 11 P.M. and will go "until Dawn".

Ludacris-Starring 'Ball Don't Lie' Gets Teaser Trailer

MTV has shared a look into "Ball Don't Lie" through the film's first teaser trailer. Around one minute long, the promotional video provides glimpses at several characters played by Dania Ramirez, Emilie de Ravin, Ludacris, Rosanna Arquette and Nick Cannon among others.

Based on Matt de la Pena's novel, "Ball Don't Lie" is an urban basketball coming-of-age drama, which follows the story of 17-year-old foster care kid named Sticky. Living in Venice, California, Sticky has bounced from one foster home after another and lived on the street in between. Still, he discovers that his incredible talent at basketball opens doors for him to get out of his dead-end life.

Nick Cannon Denies Mariah Carey Is Pregnant

Nick Cannon is quick to put the brake on the false rumors claiming his wife Mariah Carey is pregnant. Commenting on the persistent false pregnancy reports which repeatedly hit him and the pop diva, Cannon tells Mario Lopez of "Extra", "I think what it is, the public really wants us to have kids. We're going to do it and when we do it we're going to let you all know. But right now, we're trying to enjoy the newlywed aspect."

"We were walking out of the office where Will Smith's office is," Nick says of the circulating claims that he and Carey were spotted leaving a clinic. "Unless Will Smith is delivering babies on the low...," the actor jokes.

Nick Cannon Confirms Plan on Second Wedding to Mariah Carey

During his appearance at a party sponsored by Grey Goose vodka at Underground club in Chicago on March 5, Nick Cannon exclusively told In Touch Weekly that he and singer wife Mariah Carey have been working on a second wedding. Planning to throw a big party, Nick claimed he and Mariah "have spoken about it, and it's coming up."

Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey, according to reports, embarked on a love relationship after they worked together in the making of her music video for one of the tracks from her album "E=MC²". Though so, they never officially confirmed their dating status nor did they comment on the mounting engagement speculation.

Mariah Carey's 'My Love' Music Video May Be Directed by Nick Cannon

Rumor has it, Mariah Carey's music video for "My Love", her collaborative single with The-Dream, will be directed by her husband Nick Cannon. Auditions have reportedly been held in North Hollywood on Wednesday, January 28 to seek actors and extras for the video.

Furthermore, those passing the auditions are rumored to be shooting the video this Saturday, January 31 in Los Angeles. Neither Mariah nor Nick's management teams give statement on the proposed idea though.

Caught on Camera Sipping Wine, Mariah Carey Dispelled Pregnancy Rumors

Pregnancy rumors that have been circulating around Mariah Carey could be put to rest. The 38-year-old singer was spotted sipping wine while taking some time off with her husband, Nick Cannon at Nikki Beach Resort in St. Barts' on Tuesday, December 30.

Reportedly sporting a slim figure in a bikini at the particular beach, she and Nick were also seen enjoying oysters. Nonetheless, it is reported that both Carey and Cannon are planning to have a family as Carey told press earlier, "I couldn't imagine anybody that I've ever met being a better dad [than Cannon]."

Top 10 Most Shocking Celebrity Stories of 2008

Hollywood celebrities are hardly separated from spotlight, love, money, sex, and scandal. Just like adding ingredients and spices to cook the perfect dish, blending those components into dough will create interesting and sold out headlines, which many times people find shocking yet entertaining to read and follow. Looking back to the year 2008, AceShowbiz presents its readers the Top 10 Most Shocking Celebrity Stories that have happened throughout the past 12 months.

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Mariah Carey Quashed Reports on Another Extravagant Wedding Ceremony

No plans for a lavish wedding, Mariah Carey insisted. The songbird has laughed off reports that she and her husband Nick Cannon are planning to stage a $4 million wedding ceremony in New York this summer.

On Monday, May 19, MSNBC reported that the newlyweds will stage a $4 million wedding ceremony in New York when they renew their vows later this summer. A source close to Mariah was quoted as saying, "It's going to be held in New York City in the next six weeks. Picture a wedding on the scale of Liza Minnelli's (to David Gest) and you'll be on the right track."

Newlyweds Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon to Renew Wedding Vows in Extravagant Ceremony

Have just tied the knot in a top secret wedding ceremony on April 30 and celebrated their big day with a so-called "celebratory post-wedding event" in Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, C.A. on May 13, Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon reportedly have already planned to stage another wedding bash. Word on the block is that the newlyweds will stage a $4 million wedding ceremony in New York when they renew their vows later this summer.

A source close to Mariah revealed to MSNBC, "It's going to be held in New York City in the next six weeks. Picture a wedding on the scale of Liza Minnelli's (to David Gest) and you'll be on the right track." The extravagant public event, which was first reported by MSNBC, will boast a number of Hollywood notable public figures, including supermodel Naomi Campbell, whose name has already been confirmed to be on the guest list.

Newlyweds Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon to Throw Post Wedding Bash at Six Flags Magic Mountain

The party is still on. Secretly tied the knot in a small ceremony in the Bahamas on April 30, Mariah Carey and her husband Nick Cannon are planning a big blowout. The newlyweds, as reported by Hollyscoop, have rented out Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, C.A. for a "celebratory post-wedding event."

The park will be closed for the public Tuesday, May 13 for Carey and Cannon to hold their private party. No words on the people who are invited to the bash. Further details, as well, remain undisclosed.

It's Official, People Exposed Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's Wedding Pics

Hollywood's most kept secret is no longer an unconfirmed speculation, thanks to People which has made public the photos of Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's wedding in its latest issue. In addition to the pics, the magazine also published quotes from the newlyweds themselves.

One of Carey and Cannon's wedding pics graces the cover of this week issue of People with the headline that reads "EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS! MARIAH'S SECRET WEDDING!" In the photo, Carey is shown wearing a white dress, and is all smiles while locked in an embrace with Cannon, who as well rocked an all-white suite. Just below the headline, People wrote "The singer and new husband Nick Cannon share the details of their six-week romance and surprise wedding."

Video Premiere: Mariah Carey's 'Bye Bye'

The highly anticipated music video for Mariah Carey's single "Bye Bye" finally gets its official premiere on May 5. The video was directed by her rumored to be husband Nick Cannon, who also played as Mariah's lover on the video.

The pop singer has also planned to make a sequel for the "Bye Bye" music video, which will be her next single "Love Story". Report also said that the shooting for the next video has already been started.

More Evidence Emerged, Mariah Carey Indeed Married Nick Cannon

There's been no official confirmation of a wedding, but more evidence has emerged on Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's alleged marriage. People magazine reported Friday, May 2 the pair have obtained a marriage license in the island of Eleuthera, in the Bahamas, where she has an estate. A clergyman, additionally, has given a confirmation to the publication that he presided over the wedding.

Bishop Clifford Petty of the National Church of God in Governor's Harbour in the Caribbean island of Eleuthera confirmed to People that he presided over Carey and Cannon's wedding. Petty, nevertheless, provided no details except to say that he did not give a sermon.

Mariah Carey Eloped with New Boyfriend Nick Cannon

Mariah Carey and her rumored boyfriend Nick Cannon are married, should the rampant online reports are to be believed. The top-selling recording artist and the rapper-actor, according to Latina magazine, tied the knot on Wednesday, April 30 in a small ceremony on an undisclosed island. The publication cited a source as saying, the wedding was "very impulsive" and attended by a few close friends of the couple, including Da Brat.

While representatives for either Carey or Cannon were not available for comment, a source close to the pop diva told Latina magazine that the wedding was held at Carey's Eleuthera home in the Bahamas, which she has just purchased. Another source, meanwhile, told The New York Post that both Carey and Cannon did not sign a prenup.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Fueled Engagement Speculation

Playing it coy when it comes to their supposed romance, it appears that Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon have brought their love life into the next level. Both of them have sparked engagement rumors after the record-breaking songbird was spotted sporting a ring on her left finger.

Is busy promoting her latest album "E=MC²" Mariah took time to attend the after-party for her latest film "Tennessee" at Cadillac Lounge at Tenjune on Saturday night, April 26. She, as reported by People, was seen staying close to Cannon who was at her side from 8 P.M. to about 10:45 P.M. in Tenjune's VIP room. Both of them, moreover, were also seen holding hands.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Outed by Lady Victoria Hervey

Mariah Carey rules out having kids, but not romance. The diva who's been keeping her alleged romance with Nick Cannon under the radar has been outed by English socialite Lady Victoria Hervey.

Lady Victoria has revealed Carey and Cannon are inseparable after she invited the singer to perform at an upcoming Cannes Film Festival party she's throwing in France next month. The so-called "it girl" furthermore also claimed to have been told by Carey that she would only perform in Cannes if Cannon was by her side.

Rumored Lovers Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Getting Cozy at Da Brat's Birthday Party

Mariah Carey has added fuel to reports of a romance with actor-rapper Nick Cannon after they were reported to be getting cozy at a party in Las Vegas on Monday night, April 15. Despite the denial issued by Carey's representative, the twosome apparently enjoyed their time together very much.

Per People, Carey and Cannon flew in to Las Vegas together on a private jet on Monday night. They then headed for Prive at Planet Hollywood where he was scheduled to deejay, supposedly as part of Carey's best friend, rapper Da Brat's 34th birthday celebration.

Mariah Carey Dating Nick Cannon?

New rumors spark on Mariah Carey as the singer is being reported to be dating actor and rapper Nick Cannon. Reports said that the two started seeing each other after Nick was involved in the making of Mariah's new music video for one of the tracks from album "E=MC²".

A source told National Enquirer that Mariah wants to keep their relationship a secret, saying "Mariah is the master when it comes to keeping her relationships secret. Even though she's a big star, she likes to keep her private life to herself." Before being rumored dating Nick, Mariah has also dated celebrities, such as Eminem and singer Luis Miguel. She was also married to Columbia Records executive, Tommy Mottolla, in 1993 but they separated in 1997.

Nick Cannon and Fiancee Selita Ebanks Called Off Engagement

Nick Cannon and Selita Ebanks split.

Ebanks' rep Melissa Raubvogel confirms to People, saying "Selita and Nick are taking a break to focus on their careers but still very much love each other and remain the best of friends."

Hilary Duff and Nick Cannon Teaming Up to Host the 2007 Teen Choice Awards

Hilary Duff and Nick Cannon love the teen, literally. Both stars have been booked to host this year Teen Choice Awards, slated to air August 26th on FOX.

This is Duff's second time hosting the Teen Choice Awards, being her first was in the 2005. She herself won Choice Movie Breakout Star - Female Teen Choice Award in 2003 for portraying the title role in the 2003 teen comedy "The Lizzie McGuire Movie", while Cannon already earned four Teen Choice nominations, including one this year for Choice TV Personality.

Trio Kicking the "Ball"

Set to strive together as one team, Ludacris, Nick Cannon, and Emilie De Ravin of "Lost" fame have all come onboard to star in ensemble drama "Ball Don't Lie", an indie production coming from Night and Day Pictures.

Based on Matt de la Pena's novel of the same name, the project centers on a teen basketball prodigy, played by newcomer Grayson Boucher, who struggles to deal with life on the streets. Also starring are Rosanna Arquette, Ricardo Chavira, Steve Harris, Evan Parke, Harold Perrineau, James Pickens Jr., Dania Ramirez, Matthew St. Patrick, Cress Williams, Mykelti Williamson, and Robert Wisdom.

Join MTV's "Short Circuitz" Parody Contest and Win $1000 Prize

MTV gets our favorite comedian Nick Cannon even busier with two new shows to come coincides with the new seasons. The two new projects are Wild 'N Out special, to be called "The Nick Cannon Power Hour", and "Short Circuitz".

While the 4th season of "Wild 'N Out" will stick to its schedule, "The Nick Cannon Power Hour" will premiere on June 7, 2007 at 10pm with Wild 'N Out then followed by Short Circuitz at 10:30pm.

No Joke, Nick Cannon Proposed to Selita Ebanks

This time is for real. Nick Cannon has proposed to model girlfriend Selita Ebanks.

The funnyman took a serious step in his relationship with Ebanks when he on Monday night May 7th popped the question to girlfriend in the middle of Times Square.

Selita Ebanks and Nick Cannon Not Married

That Nick Cannon and Selita Ebanks have got married, it's just not true. The Victoria's Secret angel rubbished the persistent rumors that she and Nick had married in Las Vegas last weekend after just three weeks of dating.

"It's so funny, because I've been saying 'Thank you, thank you' all week -- but no I'm not married," Ebanks told TMZ at a Victoria's Secret event Wednesday Feb 28th to launch the Secret Embrace bra line.

Nick Cannon Secretly Wed Victoria's Secret Model Selita Ebanks

The wedding bell rang, but none of us hear it until now when the secret wedding is revealed. Nick Cannon, a rapper and actor as well, has reportedly married Victoria's Secret model Selita Ebanks in Las Vegas last weekend after just three weeks of dating.

Cannon, 26, and Ebanks, 24, met at a Super Bowl weekend party in Miami February 4th, and were inseparable since then. On the hush hush marriage, it is reported that the pair was staying at the Palms Casino Resort Hotel and enjoying NBA All-Star Weekend when they decided to wed.

Nick Cannon Swinging Racket As Arthur Ashe

Never tired to hone his acting skills, Nick Cannon has smoothly landed his next big screen role which seems to be a promising one. MTV reveals that the "Wild 'N Out" host is about to take leading part in a high-profile biopic about tennis legend Arthur Ashe and set to undergo intense tennis lessons in the months to come.

"To me, the guy is an icon - not only in sports, but as an African-American," Cannon commented upon explaining why he took the role. "With all Ashe did for the culture, and acting as a civil-rights leader, I believe it's time that story needs to be told."

Lindsay Lohan Added to Bobby Cast

Teen actress Lindsay Lohan would have lesser time to do her things as she's been included to the cast of "Bobby." It means one more agenda included in her schedule. That's worth somehow for the thriller is the best one as it chronicles the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy and makes it possible for her to star alongside the like of Anthony Hopkins, Demi Moore, Sharon Stone, Elijah Wood, Nick Cannon, Freddy Rodriguez, Shia LaBeouf and Brian Geraghty.

More on the plot, the film will center on the assassination of the U.S. Senator on June 4th, 1968, which involved around 22 people who were at the Ambassador Hotel where he was killed. As of Lohan, she is set to portray a woman who marries her boyfriend's brother (Wood) to keep him from going to Vietnam, only to fall in love with him.

Bobby Joined by More Movie Stars

"Bobby" is so attractive. Many stars have showed their interest over it, not him, and soon joining the existing Anthony Hopkins, Demi Moore and Emilio Estevez.

The story of the drama movie isn't as simple as its title. It revolves the assassination of U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy, on June 4th, 1968, which centers around 22 people who were at the Ambassador Hotel where he was killed.

Cannon to Star in "Miracle Cars"

"Drumline" star Nick Cannon has signed on to play the lead role in "Miracle Cars," a based-on-fact comedy from New Line Cinema. The movie tells the true story of two 19-year-olds from Carson, California, named Robert Gomez and James Nichols, who both orchestrated a $21 million auto fraud.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Gomez and Nichols were working as security guards when they bilked a legion of churchgoers into buying imaginary cars that they claimed were part of the estate of a rich Christian benefactor. Besides starring in the project, Cannon will also executive produce the movie.