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Famous as :

R&B singer

Birth Name :

Robyn Rihanna Fenty

Birth Date :

February 20, 1988

Birth Place :

St. Michael, Barbados

Claim to fame :

Single "Pon De Replay" (2005)

Rihanna Looking for Home for Her and Chris Brown to Live in Together

August 27, 2008 09:08:19

Neither nor has officially confirmed their much speculated romance, but more evidence keeps emerging that they indeed are couple. Following their many public appearances, both stars reportedly have moved in together.

Rihanna and Chris are reported to have been spotted hunting for a new Los Angeles condo, which they supposedly plan to share. Star magazine quoted eyewitnesses as claiming to have seen the alleged lovers viewing units at Beverly Hills' luxury Sierra Tower for several times since July.

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Rihanna to Duet With T.I. at 2008 MTV VMAs

August 23, 2008 02:08:19

As recently posted on Rap-Up, has been booked for a live performance with rapper on next month's MTV Video Music Awards. The female singer, who has teamed up with and for "Just Stand Up" single, will reportedly perform her own solo performance "Disturbia" and then share stage with T.I. in the rapper's "Live Your Life" single from upcoming "", which will hit the market on September 30. The collaboration with Rihanna will be T.I.'s first appearance at a major award show since his October arrest before the BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta.

The MTV annual awards will be premiered on September 7 from Hollywood's Paramount Pictures Studio with British comedian Russell Brand as its host. Performers who are already announced, include teen group , and rappers and .

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Rihanna, Pink, Paramore to Perform at 2008 MTV VMAs

August 22, 2008 10:08:08

The longer list of artists slated to grace the stage of MTV Video Music Awards this year has been released. Joining the previously confirmed acts such as , and are , and .

Rihanna in particular will perform her charting single "Disturbia" while rock band Paramore are scheduled to play "Misery Business". Pink, in the mean time, will bring out her brand new hit "So What" and perform it live on the stage for the first time. MTV said that the list of performers will grow in the coming weeks along with the announcement of the presenters.

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Miley Cyrus, Carrie Underwood, Rihanna's New Single 'Just Stand Up', the Audio

August 22, 2008 10:08:08

Single anthem for cancer campaign called "Just Stand Up" has been surfaced. As previously reported, a dozen of female singers have come together with producer Antonio Reid and to record a track in support of a program conducted by ground-breaking cancer research "Stand Up to Cancer (SU2C)". Singers who will be featured in the song include , , , , , aka Fergie, , , and many more.

The Antonio-initiated single is aimed at raising public awareness on cancer that has been noted as a main cause for human death. The singers will perform the song for the first time on CBS, ABC, and NBC during a live free-commercial show on September 5. Other supporters also come from Hollywood actresses, such as and . They will help to either appear or answer phone callers during its TV premiere.

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Miley Cyrus Stands Up With World's Super Singers for Cancer Campaign

August 20, 2008 11:08:10

Teen idol is scheduled to team up with world's most established female singers from different musical genres for a charity anthem. The joint force will include "Umbrella" hit maker and country singer . Also set to perform on the single are , , , , , , aka Fergie, , , , and .

The project will be started with a production of a tune called "Just Stand Up" to support "Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C)", a new program of raising philanthropic dollars for accelerating ground-breaking cancer research. The song, which will be produced by duo of Kenny "" Edmonds and Antonio "L.A." Reid, tells about the effort of singers and composers banding together behind SU2C's mission to raise public awareness of ending cancer's reign as a leading cause of human death. According to a press release, the song is first initiated by Antonio after a serious meeting with the women in charge of the Stand Up campaign.

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Chris Brown Mad at Leak of Unfinished Rihanna-Duet

August 15, 2008 03:08:21

is upset over online leak of his demo track titled "Electric Guitar", which is taken from his next-year released album, tentatively-titled "Graffiti". The song in which he has teamed up with , is believed to become a duet for him and his rumored girlfriend . He didn't want fans to hear the tune before Rihanna adds her voice. "I'm mad that it's leaked," he told The Associated Press in a recent interview. "The record's not finished. It's supposed to be me and Rihanna's duet."

Beside Rihanna, other stars who are said to be featured in the album, include , , and . He has also just signed for a single called "Freeze", which has been confirmed to also be listed in T-Pain's forthcoming LP "".

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More Photos of Rihanna and Chris Brown Getting Cozy in Hot Tub Leaked Online

August 05, 2008 11:08:32

Knowing the fact that pictures speak louder than words, and just let photos of their public display of affection (PDA) do the talking about their hush hush romance. The alleged celebrity couple have been playing secrecy about their love relationship. They refuse to discuss their romance with the press, insisting they're just friends. Beyond that though photos of their PDA have been published on several news media and online. The latest pics of their PDA are those of them getting cozy in a hot tub.

In addition to an early picture that showed the Barbadian singer allegedly popping his pimple while they were in a hot tub, some more photos of them enjoying a quality time in their hotel's hot tub have emerged on the web.

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Rihanna in the Hot Tub with Chris Brown, Snapped Popping His Pimple

August 04, 2008 04:08:33

Are they or aren't they? Never admitting that they indeed are dating despite the many persistent rumors, it seems that and just let their public display of affection (PDA) do the talking. Much contrary to their denial of romance rumors, both recording artists were seen getting very close to one another during an outing in Ocean City, Maryland this weekend.

Adding evidence to their love relationship, Rihanna and Chris were snapped enjoying each other's companion while they were down in a hot tub. The Barbadian singer at one point was even photographed popping his pimple.

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Timbaland to Drop New LP, Teams Up With Jonas Brothers, Rihanna

July 25, 2008 11:07:23

Not only busy working on other artists' albums, is also preparing to drop his new LP titled "" soon. The producer/rapper confirmed the plan to MTV stating that although he hasn't set a release date yet, he already recorded some songs for the new LP.

Timbaland also said that on the new album he will be working with lots of musicians from different kinds of genres and it will be like a compilation set more than anything. "Shock Value is really like the Now [That's What I Call Music!] compilation, That's my goal for this- not [to showcase] me as an artist, " he said.

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Video Premiere: Rihanna's 'Disturbia'

July 22, 2008 11:07:26

The new music video from R 'n' B singer for her latest single "Disturbia" has finally been premiered on July 21. The clip was shot in Los Angeles starting from June 29 under the helm of renown director David LaChapelle, who has also worked with the likes of and before.

The new video seems trying to capture the meaning of the song by picturing a dark and disturbing people's behavior. Rihanna herself was shot in some different background on the clip, such as being trapped in a cage, singing and dancing inside a bed frame and sitting on a chair with her hand and leg chained.

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Singer Rihanna Tapped as the Face of Gucci's UNICEF Campaign

July 15, 2008 09:07:56

No stranger to charity-related work, has been recruited as the spokesperson for Gucci's first ever United Nation's Children's Fund (UNICEF) ad. Dubbed, "Tattoo Heart," the ads will feature the songstress donning Gucci's special-edition products, all of which are incorporating a tattoo-style heart designed for UNICEF.

The first round of the ads is set to debut in the December issue of various magazines. 25% of sales will be donated to the UNICEF organization.

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Rihanna Shot the Music Video for 'Disturbia'

July 02, 2008 10:07:17

is still keen on promoting her repackaged set "" as the latest news reported that she has been shooting a new music video for one the LP's new songs "Disturbia". The R 'n' B singer shot the upcoming clip in Los Angeles and it is being directed by David LaChapelle, who previously worked with and .

It is still unclear what would be the theme for her new clip but as it can be seen from the pictures obtained by JustJared, it seems that it will be a unique one as she was spotted wearing a strange mask on the set. The shooting for the upcoming video itself has actually started from June 29 and was still being continued on Monday, July 1.

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Rihanna and Linkin Park, Early Winners of the 2008 MuchMusic Video Awards

June 16, 2008 09:06:18

The 2008 MuchMusic Video Awards, held in Ontario Canada, has announced some of the winners. Among the early winners are two famous names on the music scene, they are and .

Rihanna managed to grab home the award for Best International Video for Artist, with her "Don't Stop the Music" beating the likes of , a.k.a Fergie, , , , and some other famous musicians. Linkin Park on the other hand took home the prize for Best International Video for Group with "Bleed It Out".

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Rihanna Wants Amy Winehouse and Duffy on New Album

May 31, 2008 02:05:14

Still preparing the release of her repackaged set "", which will due on June 17, has already had an idea for her next studio effort. The "Umbrella" singer said to the press that on her next LP she would love to work with two famous British female singers, and .

Talking to the press, Rihanna reveals her excitement if she could really work with Amy and Duffy by saying, "How amazing would that be? We've all got three different voices, it would be brilliant. Now that would be a feminist anthem." She also praises the two British singers saying, "I love Amy. I think she's great, so unique. I love her album. And I also love what Duffy is doing, she's brilliant, as well."

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Rihanna's 'Disturbia' Audio Leaked

May 30, 2008 01:05:36

Closing in on the release date for her "", another new track from has leaked on-line. The new leaked track which will be featured on the re-released album is "Disturbia".

The song is one of the four new tracks listed on her repackaged album, while the other three are "Take A Bow", "If I Never See Your Face Again" and "Hatin' On The Club". Beside those four new tracks, Rihanna's upcoming set will also feature all songs from the original LP plus a 75 minutes DVD of her live concert footage in Manchester, England in December 2007, documentary and special video of Rihanna's hit song "Umbrella" created by her band.

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Chris Brown Spent More Than 100,000 Dollars on Two Ruby and Diamond Necklaces for Rihanna

May 30, 2008 10:05:31

Is keeping his alleged romance with away from the media publication, apparently is never to shy away from showing his affection to the Barbadian singer. Always plays it coy when being asked about the status of their relationship, Brown has willingly dropped massive dough on expensive jewelry for RiRi.

Brown, according to OK! magazine, "dropped more than $100K on two ruby-and diamond necklaces from Jason of Beverly Hills for his gal while his 20-year-old Grammy-winning lady reciprocated with a bling blingin' cross." Designer Jason Arasheben revealed to the publication that "Rihanna gave specific instructions about Chris' gift. She was very particular about wanting the cross to match his other jewelry."

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Rihanna to Record a Duet With Chris Brown?

May 23, 2008 10:05:55

It seems that is hooked with doing collaboration. After recently teaming up with , the singer plans another duet. Reports said that the "Umbrella" singer will be recording a track with her rumored boyfriend, .

The news surfaces after a source told Star! Magazine that Rihanna and Chris will record a song together with the help of her mentor . "Rihanna is impressed with Chris' voice. It was a natural step for her to say, 'Let's do a duet. She's asking Jay-Z to look around for a beat for the two of them, something sexy and snazzy," the source said.

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Rihanna on the Verge of Becoming Victoria's Secret Model

May 19, 2008 10:05:23

Following the success of her line of umbrella, has recently told a U.K. magazine that she's planning another unusual product launch which is her own line of underwear. Soon following her public statement, a new claim has just emerged that she is about to become the model of Victoria's Secret.

MediaTakeOut claimed to have been told by Rihanna's people that the star is on the verge of becoming one of the models for the giant retailer of women's wear, lingerie, and beauty products. "No one even contacted [Victoria's Secret], they contacted us ... and they were throwing around all kinds of numbers and ideas. Everyone's excited, especially Rihanna," a source close to Rihanna told MediaTakeOut.

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Rihanna Leaping to Silver Screen

May 16, 2008 02:05:52

Nowadays, Hollywood seems to have a new trend in the entertainment industry since many of successful actors are trying their luck in the music industry and vice versa. With reports from the music biz buzzing around 's attempt in debuting her recording, the R 'n' B princess, is going to expand her fans base by adding moviegoers to the already expanding numbers of her fanatics.

Having massive success with her hit songs "Umbrella" and "Don't Stop the Music" under her sleeves, the Barbados-born singer reportedly is turning her attention to land a movie role. The singer who is romantically linked to is now said to be going to play in a drama movie entitled "" co-starring Kerry Washington, and . The speculation of her starring in the movie perhaps holds some truth in it, after all she has expressed interest in acting saying, "I don't know how good I'll be at it, but it's something that I want to try."

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Rihanna's 'Take A Bow' Sensationally Tops the Billboard Singles Chart

May 16, 2008 02:05:47

A fantastic and surprising achievement comes from , after her new single "Take A Bow" managed to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The singer's single managed to overtake last week's champion ' "Bleeding Love" that has to drop to #2 on the chart this week.

The surprising part of the song's success is that it made a 52 chart-leaping from its previous week's position at #53. The jump, which was nearly a record breaking leap on the Billboard chart, is the effect of its high digital sales of the single that reached up to 267,000 units this past weekend.

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Video Premiere: Rihanna and Maroon 5's 'If I Never See Your Face Again'

May 14, 2008 09:05:22

"If I Never See Your Face Again", the collaborative song between and has got its video premiered. It was directed by Anthony Mandler who also directed Rihanna's "Unfaithful" and was shot in Los Angeles earlier this month.

"If I Never" is a song that originally appeared on the band's 2007 album "" and its remix will be included in both acts' re-release album. Rihanna will drop the exclusive edition of her "" album on June 17 while Maroon are yet to reveal the date of their album's re-release.

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The Sexy PDA, Rihanna and Chris Brown Caught Kissing at KFC

May 09, 2008 11:05:24

Have never gone public with their love life, and were caught in yet another public display of affection (PDA). The rumored lovers let their cuddling do the talking Wednesday, May 7 at a KFC in Miami, Florida.

The rumored lovers were seen dressing down and looked like any other KFC regulars when they waited by the counter for their order. It was during that time that Rihanna was caught by the camera putting her arms around Brown's neck and planted a kiss on his lips.

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Rihanna's Repackaged Album to Have Four New Tracks

May 08, 2008 01:05:36

New details have been added for 's upcoming repackaged album of her "". The upcoming album, that has already been set to June 17 as its release date, will be titled "".

The upcoming album will consist of 12 original tracks from the previous album plus another four new tracks. Those four new songs, are "Take A Bow", the 's collaboration track "If I Never See Your Face Again", "Hatin' On The Club" and "Disturbia".

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Video Preview: Rihanna and Maroon 5's 'If I Never See You Again'

May 07, 2008 09:05:45

After the audio from and 's collaboration on the band's remake single "If I Never See Your Face Again" was leaked on the Internet, now a sneak peak for the video can be seen as well. The teaser video sees behind the scene footages of the video shoot.

The clip itself was shot in Los Angeles in late April and directed by Anthony Mandler. Meanwhile, as for the single, it is planned to be included in both artists' upcoming repackaged albums, Rihanna's "" and Maroon's "". The band's re-release album hasn't had its release date but the R 'n' B singer has already set June 17 for its re-release.

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Rihanna 'Very Close' with Chris Brown, Calls Jay-Z Romance Rumors 'Crazy'

May 07, 2008 09:05:02

Always playing it coy whenever she's asked about her alleged romance with , kisses and tells about her much-reported relationship with the R&B singer and she, furthermore, also addresses on the romance rumors. To the June 2008 issue of Elle magazine the Barbados singer talks about such matters, as her hair, formerly alcoholic father, and the success of her single "Umbrella". But when it comes to Chris Brown, she doesn't talk much.

"We've always been friends, but we're very close now," so she told the magazine when being asked on her relationship with Chris. Regarding the other man in her life, mentor and boss Jay-Z, Rihanna did put to rest the long persistent romance rumors, labeled them as "crazy."

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Rihanna and Maroon 5's 'If I Never See You Again' Audio Leaked

May 03, 2008 09:05:20

The remake single that features and 's collaboration has been leaked on the Internet. The song titled "If I Never See You Again" is a remake of Maroon's single that was already featured on the band's previous album "" but the band decided to make a new version of it and asked Rihanna to sing some parts of the song. The single supposed to get its official radio release on May 13.

The song will be included on both artists' re-release albums. Rihanna's upcoming deluxe edition of "" will be released on June 17. Meanwhile, Maroon's repackaged album hasn't set its due date yet.

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Video Premiere: Rihanna's 'Take A Bow'

April 26, 2008 09:04:42

The official video for 's latest single "Take A Bow" has just been premiered on April 25. The single is a new song that will be included on the re-release of the singer's "" to be released on June 17.

The single was written by and was radio premiered on March 14, 2008. It also peaked at #79 on the Billboard Hot 100. Besides "Take A Bow", previously Rihanna has also confirmed another song that will be included on her repackaged album, which was "If I Never See Your Face Again". The single is actually 's song but they make a new version of it with the "Umbrella" singer also singing some parts of the song. The video for the duet song between Rihanna and Maroon was shot in Los Angeles by Anthony Mandler.

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Rihanna Collaborating With Maroon 5 on 'If I Never See Your Face Again'

April 25, 2008 09:04:17

Another big collaboration is being made by . After collaborating with in her first album this time she teams up with . The two are working together in the remake of Maroon's track "If I Never See Your Face Again", which was taken from their second album "".

The re-make single is planned to be featured on both Rihanna and the funk-rock band's repackaged album which will be released soon. Rihanna's re-release album will be out on June 17, but the date for Maroon's is yet to be confirmed. The "Umbrella" singer confirmed the date for her repackage album's release to MTV saying, "We're both re-releasing our albums-mine's out June 17."

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Jay-Z's Protege Rihanna Had No Idea About His Wedding to Beyonce Knowles

April 12, 2008 11:04:56

Just like many of and ' friends and colleagues, also had no idea about the couple's hush-hush nuptials, which was widely believed to be held on April 4 at the hip hop artist's New York apartment. The "Umbrella" singer told People at the Escada Moon Sparkle/Island Def Jam benefit for her Believe Foundation and the world's largest bone marrow donor center DKMS earlier this week, "I didn't know! No one knew!"

Rihanna is Jay-Z's protege. He helped co-writing the smash hit "Umbrella" for her third studio album, "" which was released in 2007. On February 10, 2008 she won the Best Rap/Sung Collaboration Grammy with Jay-Z for "Umbrella".

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Jordin Sparks Disclosed Rihanna and Chris Brown's Not-So-Secret Romance

April 11, 2008 02:04:57

Hollywood's most kept secret is no longer an unconfirmed speculation, thanks to who disclosed the not-so-secret romance of and . In an interview with U.K. magazine Young Voices, the songbird did reveal that both of them indeed are dating.

Rihanna and Chris Brown apparently are good in keeping the gossip guessing on the status of their relationship. The rumored lovers have repeatedly denied rumors of a romance despite the fact that they've been snapped getting together at several occasions. Both of them always insisted to the press that they're "just friends."

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Rihanna Out for New Tattoo and Party with Chris Brown

April 10, 2008 02:04:45

and have recently denied rumors of a romance and said that they were only friends, but the twosome was spotted spending time together again. Paparazzi cameras caught them while they were out in New York on Tuesday, April 8. She and Chris stopped by at Whatever Tattoo parlor before later heading to a party at Hotel Chelsea.

On the tattoo parlor, Rihanna had herself a new tattoo. It was a collection of stars plunging down from her neck to the back. Before making the stars tattoo, the "Umbrella" singer has had four other tattoos; a music note on her ankle, a Pisces behind her right ear, a star inside her left ear and a Sanskrit prayer going down the hip. A problem occured as she and Chris were about to leave the place where fans and paparazzi have waited for them outside. To avoid the crowd the couple have to be escorted by their bodyguards and the NYPD police.

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Music Video for Rihanna's 'Take a Bow' Shot

April 03, 2008 04:04:58

has shot a music video for "Take a Bow", a track which is prepared as a new joint in the re-release of her 2007 album "". JustJared that acquired the on-set pictures, reported that it was taken on Wednesday, April 2 in Venice, California.

In the pictures, Rihanna is still sporting her super short hair and wear a bright red jacket on top of a see-through cardigan. One of the shots involved her driving a silver Porsche. The photos can be found on Justjared.com.

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Rihanna: 'Me and Chris Are Really Best, Best Friends'

April 01, 2008 12:04:33

Another day, another denial for the much-reported lovers and . Still living down persistent rumors that she's dating the R&B singer, the songbird insisted they aren't couple.

Denying the long persistent rumors of a romance, Rihanna spoke to MTV News at the Kids' Choice Awards on Saturday, March 29, "I won't say that we're just friends - me and Chris are really best, best friends." She then quickly added, "We both started our careers around the same time. He is one of the only people in the industry ... I trust and hang out with all the time. We are best friends, honestly, like brother and sister. If he was a boyfriend, I would say that."

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Rihanna Aiding Under-Privileged Kids With Concerts

March 28, 2008 11:03:33

Behind her huge success and glamor lifestyle, shed some time to give back to the community through her music. The "Umbrella" hitmaker is holding a mini tour that will raise funds for under-privileged children.

The tour that is dubbed "A Girl's Night Out" is aimed to give the kids the chance to have fun. The first date has been done on Wednesday, March 26 in Chicago and she will appear in San Francisco later tonight (March 28) as well as in New York City on April 9. The proceeds from the concert will go to Believe Foundation that she created back in 2006.

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'Take a Bow', Lead Single From Rihanna's Re-Release

March 15, 2008 09:03:49

A new single from called "Take a Bow" has been played on Ryan Seacrest's KIIS FM show yesterday (March 14). The mid-tempo pop song is said to be the first single from her 2007 album "" re-release.

In the song Rihanna takes the issue of breaking up with a cheating boyfriend but despite all the lies, Rihanna takes this as an "entertaining" and "quite a show" that he himself should "take a bow" for his act. A cut from the lyrics is: "Talking about, 'Girl I love you, you're the one,'/ This just looks like a rerun/ Please, what else is on?/ And don't tell me you're sorry, 'cause you're not/ Baby, when I know you're only sorry 'cause you got caught."

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No Umbrellas Allowed in Rihanna's U.K. Concerts

March 05, 2008 04:03:46

Due to the popularity of her "Umbrella" dance, and her management have banned her fans from bringing umbrellas to her concerts in U.K. The singer who is rumored to be dating , put the reason for the audience's safety in case somebody's trying to imitate her movement.

Rihanna is afraid that people will follow her dance that includes swirling the umbrella when she sings the hit song on the stage. The ban was unveiled on Monday, March 3 when she made an appearance in Aberdeen, Scotland following several incidents prior to that. Some concertgoers reportedly were left injured in a number of umbrella-related incidents during her recent European tour.

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The Diet That Helps Rihanna Stays Trim

March 05, 2008 04:03:14

Has openly claimed her bum as her best asset, credits a perfect daily diet for her famous legs and backside. The "Umbrella" singer admits that she's very careful with what she eats, thanks to that she as a result could stay trim and sexy.

Revealing on her daily diet, the Barbadian songbird said "I have egg whites and pineapple for breakfast with hot water and lemon." As of lunch, "I have fish and potatoes. I hate vegetables, but I make myself eat them. For dinner I have fish again."

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Rihanna and Chris Brown's PDA, the Photos

March 04, 2008 11:03:07

The rumor mill is buzzing again. and are caught in the act, spotted heating things up in Paris, France over the weekend.

The supposed lovers, who are hard at work in keeping their romance secret, have been spotted getting up close and personal at a birthday bash for renowned fashion photographer Peter Beard in Paris, France on Saturday night, March 1. Photos of the pair's PDA could be seen at Celebrity-gossip.net.

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Chris Brown Proposed to Rihanna

March 03, 2008 04:03:10

has proposed to , it has been claimed. MediaTakeOut which was the first to report on that matter claimed Chris bought Rihanna a 20 Carat diamond ring to convince her.

No comments from either of them about the engagement report. Though so, a friend of Rihanna told MediaTakeOut that "Rihanna didn't say yes yet ... She's still trying to figure out what to do."

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Rihanna Took Chris Brown to Meet Her Family

February 28, 2008 11:02:09

Hot on the heels of their being photographed together while frolicking in a pool in Jamaica, new report surfaces by the hour that has taken boyfriend to meet her parents. She took him to meet her relatives for the first time while they were in Barbados to celebrate the "Rihanna Day" Thursday, February 21.

Rihanna took Chris to meet her family, including her two younger brothers, who reportedly are very protective of her. And so, one of Rihanna's brothers did give Chris a hard time by telling him that "PDA was tacky and said he may be a little too short for his sister!"

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Caught in the Act: Rihanna and Boyfriend Chris Brown Frolicking Together in Jamaica

February 27, 2008 10:02:38

Photo speaks louder than word. The Hollywood rumor mill went into overdrive again after supposed lovers and were snapped frolicking together while on vacation in Jamaica. A photo has emerged of them getting up close and personal in a pool in Jamaica.

Both R&B stars, who denied the long persistent romance rumors, have fueled reports they are secretly dating after they were snapped 'canoodling' in a pool in Jamaica. PageSix was the first to report Rihanna and Chris' public outing.

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Rihanna Secretly Addicted to Art

February 26, 2008 03:02:12

Recently purchased seven paintings by pop cartoonist Todd Goldman as an early birthday present for herself, has revealed her secret addiction to art. The "Umbrella" hit-maker admitted that she got addicted to art collecting after purchasing a painting by star Ron Wood.

"I'm not a big spender, but I do like to buy art. My favorite canvas is a Ronnie Wood one. He painted a portrait of Bob Marley and as soon as I saw it I knew I wanted it," Rihanna revealed. "It's very rare that you get a painting of a legend painted by a legend, so I had to get it."

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Rihanna Helps a Leukemia Patient Finding a Suitable Bone Marrow Donor

February 25, 2008 10:02:09

was taking time in between her hectic schedules performing at the Grammys and the Brit Awards to help a leukemia patient to find a suitable bone marrow donor. The R&B singer is trying to raise publicity to find a suitable donor for Lisa Gershowitz Flynn, who is suffering from an aggressive form of cancer called Acute Myelogenous Leukemia and may have just a month to live.

Lisa is a 41-year-old mother of two young children. She was diagnosed back in November with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia, a fast-growing cancer of the blood and bone marrow. Doctors have told her she has four to six weeks to find a suitable donor, People has reported.

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Rihanna Purchased Todd Goldman's Paintings as Birthday Present for Herself

February 22, 2008 02:02:26

Engaged in a cupcake fight during her early birthday bash held at Los Angeles' Les Deux nightclub on Tuesday night, February 19, apparently has an early birthday present for herself. The R&B singer, who turned 20 on February 20, has reportedly bought herself seven paintings by pop cartoonist Todd Goldman.

One of the seven paintings that Rihanna bought was the so-called "Fat Kids Are Harder To Kidnap". The songbird and several of her friends were photographed in front of it at the Grove's Jack Gallery in Los Angeles on Saturday night, February 16.

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Klaxons Planning Further Collaborations With Rihanna

February 22, 2008 02:02:17

Liking her duet with rock band at recent BRIT Awards performance, has uttered her willingness to release the version as a single. The unlikely duet resulted in a mix of Rihanna's "Umbrella" which new arrangement was done by the band.

"It's a different tempo and everything," Rihanna told 6music, "But I actually want to release a version like that. Maybe the same version. I really, really liked it." Interestingly, few days before the performance, Klaxons' frontman James Righton revealed that Rihanna's people kept sending the versions that they offered back because they were not suitable.

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Rihanna Involved in Cupcake Fight?!

February 19, 2008 04:02:12

Won't be turning 20 until Wednesday, February 20, however preferred to celebrate her birthday early. The Barbadian singer celebrated her 20th birthday partying with friends at Los Angeles' Les Deux nightclub on Tuesday night, February 19 during which she involved in a cupcake fight.

Rihanna along with celebrity pals, including , , and were all enjoying the party when "There was cupcake frosting all over Rihanna's face and the group was hysterically laughing to the point of almost tears!" a source in the know revealed.

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Klaxons Teaming Up With Rihanna for 2008 BRITs

February 19, 2008 11:02:07

Moments leading up to BRIT Awards are being highlighted with the announcement of its performers. British band have revealed that they will team up with U.S. R'n'B singer for a one-off special at the event held February 20 despite them being in different continents.

Frontman James Righton did admit some difficulties resulting from the long distance rehearsal. "It's been a bit of a funny one because she's in America and we're over here," he said. "They've got this funny idea of what our band sounds like and we've done three or four different versions. Her people kept sending versions back going 'No, this sounds more like you'. It's strange when someone thinks they're better at being you than you are!"

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Supposed Lovers Rihanna and Chris Brown Snapped Getting Close Together

February 13, 2008 02:02:16

Giving no comment on the much-talked rumors that she's dating , has added fuel to the speculation after she was snapped getting close with the R&B singer at a post-Grammy party.

The two recording artists were seen "touching and whispering in each other's ears" at the EW post-Grammy party on Sunday, February 10, it has been reported.

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Rihanna Involved in a Car Crash After the Grammy Awards

February 12, 2008 12:02:22

Winning her first Grammy ever, reportedly got into a fender bender on Sunday night, February 10 soon following the Grammy Awards celebration.

The singer was leaving the Island Def Jam party and on her way getting into her waiting SUV when before having time to leave another car veered off the road and smashed into her parked vehicle. Fortunately no one was injured.

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Rihanna and Chris Brown to Go Public with Their Romance

February 11, 2008 10:02:26

Previously slammed persistent dating rumors with actor , has now been romantically linked to fellow R&B singer .

Per Entertainmentwise.com, "the pair are said to have recently hooked up, but are preparing to go public with their romance already."

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Rihanna Introduced Her Second Totes Line of Umbrellas

February 06, 2008 01:02:45

is jumping from singing to some promotional duties when she had her second Totes line of umbrellas being launched at Macy's Herald Square on Tuesday, February 5 in New York City.

The R&B icon debuted her second exclusive collection of umbrellas at Macy's Herald Square main floor at about 3.30 P.M. and was available to give the first 175 customers who spent $50 or more on the "Rihanna for TOTES Umbrella Collection" her autograph.

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Rihanna in Studio Working on Fourth Album

February 01, 2008 09:02:33

has already begun the work of her fourth set, the follow up to her successful latest effort, ''. According to MTV News, the Barbados singer is in the studio working on the album and rumor has it, the album should have been in stores this November.

The news came in line with the announcement of Rihanna as 's supporting act in his 'Glow in the Dark Tour'. She will be accompanied by and trio N.E.R.D. in supporting West in the tour which dates are not yet determined.

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Rihanna and Ryan Seacrest Top Victoria's Secret's 2008 What Is Sexy? List

January 31, 2008 02:01:58

Best known as the largest brand of women's wear, lingerie and beauty products in America, Victoria's Secret sure knows best what sexy is. And appears to be true, the company has just unveiled its 2008 What Is Sexy? list, which among others include R&B singer , who's crowned as the Sexiest Female Musician, and whose smile is claimed as the Sexiest ever.

Here's Victoria's Secret 2008 "What Is Sexy?" list comprised of:

All those list-makers will be honored in a party, set to take place in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Saturday, February 2, which will be hosted by Victoria's Secret supermodel-spokeswomen, including Selita Ebanks, and among others.

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Rihanna, the Latest Celeb to Don Got Milk? Mustache

January 31, 2008 01:01:01

has become the latest celebrity after the likes of and who gets her hand on to promote the "Got Milk?" ad campaign.

The R&B singer dons the creamy "milk mustache" in "Got Milk?" new advertising campaign, which is accompanied with a tag line that reads "Drink it in. Pop star? Not exactly. Milk is more my move. Some studies suggest that teens who choose milk instead of sugary drinks tend to be leaner and the protein helps build muscle. So shut up and drink."

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Rihanna, Mary J. Blige, Carrie Underwood Added as Grammys Performers

January 25, 2008 10:01:13

The 50th Annual Grammy Awards is shaping up with the announcement of more performers. , , and have been confirmed to take the stage on February 10, to perform their pieces.

Blige is slated to perform a gospel segment with Franklin who is named 2008 MusicCares Person of the Year, the Madison Bumblebees, the Clark Sisters, Israel And New Breed, and Trin-I-Tee 5:7. Meanwhile, too will not be alone on the stage for a duet is scheduled with '80s funk-rock band The Time who are reuniting for the occasion.

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Rihanna Teams Up with H&M for Its Fashion Against AIDS Collection

January 02, 2008 04:01:18

Widely known as a popular R&B singer, is giving hand at designing fashion. The Barbadian songbird who made her catwalk debut back on September 27, strutted her stuff down the catwalk for the Dsquared2 Spring/Summer 2008 collection presented in Milan, Italy, is partnering with H&M and Designers Against AIDS (DAA) for the so-called "Fashion Against AIDS."

Some other musicians who offer their design services for free including , , , Ziggy Marley, and Jade Jagger.

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Rihanna Rescheduled Canceled European Dates

December 12, 2007 10:12:09

On the roots of her cancelling three dates within the '' tour, has announced the rescheduled dates for two of them. The 'Umbrella' hit maker will appear in Birmingham on December 18 and Nottingham on December 20.

The Bournemouth new date is not yet determined, so is the cause of the cancellation. It was reported that Rihanna was told by her doctor to rest for the sake of her health. Fans were advised to hold on to their tickets instead of refunding them as rescheduling would most definitely take place.

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Rihanna Canceled U.K. Gigs: Doctor's Order

December 11, 2007 02:12:40

Going full-throttle for her European tour in support of 'Good Girl Gone Bad', was forced to slow down by her doctor, resulting in three canceled gigs. Those coming in effect were dates in Nottingham (Dec. 8), Bournemouth (Dec. 10), and Birmingham (Dec. 11) .

In a statement, issued via the Birmingham NEC, Rihanna said that she "appreciates the love and support of all her fans and wants nothing more than to see and connect with them". Fans who have purchased the tickets are suggested to hold on to them until further notice.

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Rihanna's Fifth Single Confirmed: 'Breakin' Dishes'

December 03, 2007 11:12:21

According to Billboard chart beat column, will release 'Breakin' Dishes' as the fifth single from her '' album. Other reports also said that music video shoot has even been prepared with Chris Applebaum on the director's seat.

Although the reported release date of its single is still on January 15, 2008, 'Breakin' Dishes' has gained privilege from digital download, gaining itself a peak at #40 on Billboard Hot Dance Club Play. Should the song goes to #1 then it would be Rihanna's eighth single to reach such point.

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Winners of the 59th Annual Bambi Awards

November 30, 2007 10:11:28

This is what we call awards season. After all the many award events, there it comes the annual Bambi Awards. The 59th Annual Bambi Awards has been held Thursday November 29th in Duesseldorf, Germany, with Hollywood celebrities ranging from TV actress to Barbadian singer among the attendances.

As of Longoria, the tiny actress was one among the other award winners, being presented with a Bambi gold statue for International TV Series. The award regular, seen sporting a wine-colored strapless dress and some seriously blinging earrings, had her Bambi engraved with her married name, Eva Longoria Parker.

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R&B Icon Rihanna Tops Seventeen Magazine's Style Awards

November 29, 2007 10:11:04

Gone bad from good has indeed made an icon. Not only in the music business, but also in the fashion world. Has hit it hard with her chart-topping hit single "Umbrella" and been keeping herself busy with the European leg of her "Good Girl Gone Bad Tour," the 19-year-old R&B star continues raking in the honor. In addition to the many that she has nabbed, she's adding Seventeen Magazine's first-ever Style Award.

Claims herself as someone who loves playing with fashion, Rihanna has been picked as one of Seventeen Magazine's "Style Stars" for its December/January issue, on newsstand now.

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Entertainment Weekly's Picks for Entertainers of the Year Revealed

November 26, 2007 10:11:07

Entertainment Weekly has revealed the picks for their Top 25 Entertainers of 2007, which is broken into such categories, as Most Popular, Valedictorians, Prodigies, and Class Clowns. Among them make the list are and actor , who both counted among the Valedictorians.

Jolie, who aside from becoming the mother of four children, is a famous Hollywood movie star has been included in the picks because, as claimed by Entertainment Weekly, her acting performances in 2007 were far more interesting than her private life, taking into account her movie credits during the year which among others include "" and "."

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R&B Beauty Rihanna Comes Clean, Confirmed She's Dating Hollywood Actor Josh Hartnett

November 07, 2007 11:11:56

It's just a matter of time to have finally comes to personal confirmation. Previously denied persistent reports on her dating Hollywood actor , the R&B beauty finally comes clean, publicly confirmed that they indeed dating.

The "Umbrella" hitmaker sparked rumors she was dating Hartnett early last month when a photo emerged of the couple at the New York club Pink Elephant where they were spotted locking lips. Onlookers, moreover, claimed to have seen them "sitting at a table of Dom Perignon and Pink Elephant Vodka throughout the night, 'didn't come together, but left together'".

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Josh Hartnett Romancing Rihanna

October 13, 2007 01:10:07

Not again. scored himself another Hollywood beauty and this time on it happens to be R&B singer .

The actor and songbird fueled dating speculation after they were spotted kissing at NYC club Pink Elephant on Thursday night October 11th.

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Songstress Rihanna Makes Her Catwalk Debut for Dsquared in Milan

September 28, 2007 02:09:49

is now a supermodel. Temporary.

The R&B beauty made her catwalk debut Thursday September 27th, strutted her stuff down the catwalk for the Dsquared2 Spring/Summer 2008 collection presented in Milan, Italy.

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Plain White T's Covering Rihanna's 'Umbrella'

September 25, 2007 03:09:52

In what seemingly a favorite track to cover, 's 'Umbrella' has been remade in Plain White T's version. The pop rock band that shot to fame through 'Hey There Delilah' recently covered the full version of the arguably biggest hit this year.

R&B song 'Umbrella' has been covered by many musicians often not in the same genre. Up and coming singer posted her acoustic version on YouTube and received praise while 's ballad version also gained high airplay.

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Rihanna, Sexy and Edgy in 'Hate That I Love You' Video

September 25, 2007 12:09:55

is featured sexier and maturer in her new video. The 'Umbrella' singer crawled on bed sporting only bra and classic short pants for the music video of her new single 'Hate That I Love You'.

The clip, that makes her fourth from album '', was premiered on her official website yesterday (September 24). The track is produced by who also appears in the video playing a guy Rihanna 'accidentally' met in the elevator.

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Rihanna's 'Umbrella' Snatch Video of the Year at MTV VMA

September 10, 2007 11:09:35

The inarguably biggest category at MTV Video Music Awards has been announced. 'Video of the Year' was given to 's 'Umbrella' feat. .

With the winning, Rihanna has pocketed two statuettes through 'Umbrella'. Earlier that evening, she gained 'Monster Single of the Year'.

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Justin Timberlake and Fergie Named 'Artists of the Year' at MTV VMAs

September 10, 2007 09:09:58

, and are the early names to win at 2007 MTV Video Music Awards. Monster Single of the Year, promptly goes to Rihanna's 'Umbrella' while Earth Shattering Collaboration aims for sexiness by picking Beyonce's duet with in 'Beautiful Liar'.

Justin who jumped at being called the winner of 'Quadruple Threat' said on the acceptance speech, "I want to challenge MTV right now to play more videos." Approximately half an hour later, he was named 'Male Artist of the Year'.

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Rihanna Shooting Music Video of 'Hate That I Love You'

August 31, 2007 01:08:16

As soon as 'Hate That I Love You' is confirmed to be the third single off 's '', a music video was shot. Rihanna sports curly short hair and maturer look for this new clip.

The slow song is penned and features but only Rihanna has done her part in the video shooting so far. It was shot in Santa Monica, according to reports.

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Rihanna: Me and Shia Are Just Friends

August 31, 2007 08:08:36

and are not dating. Well that's according to the R&B sensation who laughed off reports she's dating the white man actor.

Being asked on how is it going with her and Shia Wednesday night August 29th at the Avalon night club where she was attending the NASCAR-hosted California Speedway's Running Wide Open charity event, which benefited the NASCAR Foundation, the songbird said "Me and Shia, we are just friends, you know, we barely even know each other."

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Rihanna Dating Actor Shia LaBeouf

August 30, 2007 11:08:30

New couple alert, and . The R&B sensation is dating the white man actor, it has been reported.

The twosome has been spotted together several times and is reported to have a romantic meal in Beverly Hills restaurant Kate Mantilini on Tuesday August 28th. And while none of them come out with official confirmation concerning the speculation, it is widely believed that they've been together for a few months and are taking it "slow."

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Justin Timberlake Earns His 21st Winning in Teen Choice Awards

August 27, 2007 11:08:23

, a regular in Teen Choice Awards, wins big in music category by gaining his 21st win this year. The singer who was serving his tour in Winnipeg accepted through a video webcast the honor for most Teen Choice wins, be it in film, TV and music.

In the video he said, "I have a whole house full of Teen Choice surfboards now. And they just never get old. I go surfing on a different one every day. And that's a lot of days to go surfing." The Ultimate Choice Award that he gained was accompanied with other winnings like Choice Male Artist and Choice Payback Track for 'What Goes Around...'.

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12th Annual MOBO Awards Led by Amy Winehouse and Kanye West

August 23, 2007 03:08:17

Low on personal life, has her career still going uphill proven by numbers of nominations she earns in this year's MOBO Awards. The singer, who is currently in rehab, is up for 4 categories- Best Video for 'Back to Black', Best Song for 'Rehab', Best R&B and Best U.K. Female.

Amy's number is then followed by who got 3 nods for Best International Act, Best Video for 'Stronger' and Best Hip-Hop. In the latter nomination he will go head to head with rival who has been linked to him as heavy competitor.

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Mandy Moore Covering Rihanna's 'Umbrella'!

August 16, 2007 02:08:54

For those who want to know how 's 'Umbrella' will sound like in pop, they can thank . The singer has covered the R&B hit song in a slower, more ballad-like arrangement.

Moore who previously said, "I'm not a big Top 40 sort-of listener and I don't tend to listen to this type of music..." has apparently changed her mind after listening to 'Umbrella'. The decision to do her version of the song is because she "could not think of a recent song more melodic than Umbrella'"

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2007 MTV Video Music Awards Nominees Here!

August 08, 2007 10:08:11

2007 MTV Video Music Awards nominees are in. On the terms of most count, the list has and who both own seven nods each while on the terms of today's big buzz, and came quite unsurprising.

Although having a great chance to bring home a statuette this year, Timberlake and Knowles are facing tough competition this year mainly on the highest nomination in the award. Video of the Year put Timberlake's 'What Goes Around..." and Knowles' 'Irreplaceable' on the same level to 's 'Stronger', Rihanna's 'Umbrella', Winehouse's 'Rehab' and unexpectedly, French electronic duo Justice's 'D.A.N.C.E.'

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Timbaland Shoved Rihanna in U.K. Chart

July 30, 2007 11:07:48

In a chart war that has been dominated by , and in the top three positions, uber-producer Timbaland has claimed the first place. U.K. Singles chart this week has knocked down Rihanna's "Umbrella" from its ten week-reign to not only the runner up position but straight to the third.

Interestingly enough, the top three seems to have battled among themselves since most of those under them staying intact in their position. aka Fergie's "Big Girls Don't Cry", ' "Do You Know (The Ping Pong Song)", The Hossiers' "Worried About Ray" and 's "When You're Gone" retain their last week post at no 4 to 7 respectively.

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Rihanna Has Launched Her Own Range of Umbrella

July 24, 2007 10:07:30

does know how to cash in while she's hot. Following the success of her hit single "Umbrella", which topped the US singles chart for 9th week and recently enters its 10th week in the UK singles chart, the R&B singer is branching out, having her name licensed to a new product, umbrella.

On her new venture, Rihanna is teaming up with clothes company Totes to bring out her own collection of umbrellas.

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Rihanna's "Umbrella", Longest Reigning Single in a Decade

July 23, 2007 09:07:47

Although 's "Umbrella" has descended U.S. chart in the tenth week, the featuring hit still has its say in U.K. Singles chart. The song enters its tenth week at #1, making itself the longest running Number One single in ten years at the top of the U.K. chart.

With such record, Rihanna joins and in the list of singers with #1 hit that stays more than nine weeks. Houston's "I Will Always Love You" remained seated at the top post for ten weeks in 1992 while Adam's "(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" claimed 16 weeks victory one year prior.

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Rihanna's "Umbrella" Begins #1 Ninth Week in UK Chart

July 17, 2007 04:07:27

When 's "Crazy" was released in March 2006 and remained at #1 in U.K. Singles chart for nine weeks, everybody thought that it was the ultimate song of the decade. However, it was recently broken by 's infectious hit "Umbrella" featuring Jay-Z.

"Umbrella" is enjoying its ninth week atop the U.K. chart while maintaining its #1 post in U.S. Billboard's Hot 100 chart at the same time. The song holds strong to its position despite the big jumpers in the U.K. chart.

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Nominees of 2007 Teen Choice Awards Unveiled!

July 04, 2007 11:07:17

Teens or those with interest in teen world can now vote for their favorites in 2007 Teen Choice Awards. Nominees of the event have been announced on Tuesday (July 3, 2007) with nominees ranging from to to Simon Cowell.

Post her jail release Paris has raised her star-o-meter and she is now the contender of Best Female Reality/Variety Star for “The Simple Life”. She is also running for “Choice OMG! Moment” after she entered the jail, got out of it and re-entered. For this category she has to compete with who boldly shaved her head and who seems fond of staying in rehab.

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Rihanna's New Video "Shut Up and Drive" Here

June 20, 2007 03:06:30

While still reigining most charts with "Umbrella", comes up with second single "Shut Up and Drive" which video is premiered on Yahoo! today (June 20).

The song that was written by Evan Rogers and Carl Sturken for her third album "" has entered Billboard Hot 100 at #88. Its radio release in North America was set for June 5.

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Rihanna Celebrating a Third Week on Top US Singles Chart

June 15, 2007 01:06:23

She hit it big with her new haircut. But beyond that does strike it hard on the US singles chart, having her "Umbrella" enjoying a third week on top spot while on the other side winning the songbird worldwide critical acclaim.

"Umbrella", written by Terius Nash and rapper for Rihanna's third studio album "", already the chart's greatest gainer at radio with the LP itself debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 by June 13th.

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T-Pain Suprised at #1 Opening of "Epiphany"

June 14, 2007 12:06:25

With three big records coming in the same week, people knew that it would be a tough competition in Billboard 200 chart. 's heavily promoted album "" moved 161,000 copies yet the album is placed at #3. Even 's "" that was led by #1 single "Umbrella" only managed to get the second runner-up post with 162,000 sales. The ultimately anticipated album this week turns out to be that of 's "".

On being told that his record reached 171,000 sales and scored #1 in the tally the rapper said, "It's special, man. I ain't never expect to be up there, so it was never a goal to me. I was happy with being 20. I was just happy to be on a chart."

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Rihanna and Stacy Ferguson Pose in the July 2007 Music Issue of Elle Magazine

June 12, 2007 12:06:43

While her hit single "Umbrella" scores the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 by June 7th, is busy working her way, strikes some sexy poses for the July 2007 music issue of Elle magazine.

The singer, moreover, also does such "sexy interview" with the magazine, which among others include her favorite producer, style influences, and dream collaborator.

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Chris Brown Eyeing Duet with Michael Jackson, Covered "Umbrella"

June 08, 2007 05:06:24

On the verge of releasing his most artists-packed album "", may soon be singing side by side with for one of the tracks. The R&B crooner got the phone call from the "Thriller" singer who didn't hesitate to do collaboration with him.

"He called me for my birthday, and I told him we should do a song," Brown said. "He was up for it. Man, it was crazy. He actually spoke to me like a regular person, and he was like, 'I like your music.' He said his favorite song was 'Shorty Like Mine' that me and did. I appreciated talking to him."

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Rihanna's "Umbrella" Scores #1 in New Chart

June 08, 2007 12:06:12

Billboard has expanded its franchise with the launch of Billboard Canadian Hot 100 on June 7. The single to take the honor being the first #1 hit on the chart is none other than 's "Umbrella".

The single featuring is placed on top and side by side with Canadian natives' singles such as 's "Say It Right", 's "Girlfriend" and 's "Everything" in the top 20 list.

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Rihanna, Beyonce & Jay-Z to Collaborate

May 30, 2007 12:05:03

Successful duet with on "Beautiful Liar" has made taking another step towards a big collaboration. It is reported that the ex- will do a project together with boyfriend and R&B teen .

A source said: "We're not sure yet whether it'll be a new track or a (remix) of one from (Rihanna's new album). Everyone's pretty excited about the collabo ... (Jay Z's) a genius for pulling this off."

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Lindsay Lohan Tops Maxim Magazine's 8th Annual Hot 100 List

May 16, 2007 09:05:11

She's beautiful, rich, and most of all hot. rules. The actress who has become the media darling concerning the many troubles she's caused has topped Maxim magazine's list of 100 Hot Hollywood Starlets.

"There is no other star in the world (who) causes more of a stir in the public eye than Lindsay," said Maxim Editor in Chief Jimmy Jellinek in a statement. "Her every move is watched and reported on."

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Amy Winehouse on the Bill of 2007 MTV Movie Awards

May 09, 2007 12:05:03

2007 MTV Movie Awards will be invaded by not only R&B stars like and but also jazz funk singer . Those three are early names included as this year's batch of performers for the golden-popcorn-giving event.

Rihanna and Jay-Z will perform their latest collaboration in "Umbrella", a tune taken from Rihanna's brand new album "". Meanwhile, British wonder Winehouse will deliver her signature song "Rehab".

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Rihanna Seeks Interviewer for Her TRL Show!

May 05, 2007 01:05:10

opens the chance to interview her personally via webcam. MTV's Total Request Live will feature the singer promoting latest album "" in next week's episode and allow a lucky fan to pop out five questions.

The basic rule to follow this contest is to submit five questions such as "what you love about her as a person", "What you like about her music" and "what makes you her #1 fan" to Trlwebcam@mtv.com. The email must put "RIHANNA WEBCAMS" as the subject heading, be attached with a picture of yourself and include the following details:

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"Umbrella" Sees a More Mature Rihanna

March 30, 2007 09:03:50

is picking up her pace in the new album's release date and she is also taking a level higher in songs choice. "Umbrella", the first single from the album "" was released on March 29 and featured the more serious and edgier version of Rihanna.

"'Umbrella' is a serious song, a relationship song. ... It's different, and that's what I love about it. People are not going to expect a song like that from me," Rihanna said upon the surprises that fans may get. "My sound has changed. It's a lot edgier than the rest of the stuff that anyone has heard from me before. I'm singing about different things, it's a lot sexier," she continued.

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Top 10 in Hot 100 for March 9, 2007 Leg of Chart

March 09, 2007 11:03:18

The Billboard 100 chart topper this week is pretty much a still episode from last week. ' "This Is Why I'm Hot" is still holding on for the top position while 's "Don't Matter" is entailing behind at #2.

Flip-flopping at no 3 and 4 is 's "The Sweet Escape" featuring Akon and 's "What Goes Around…Comes Around". Timberlake is shoved down to #4 this week and his last position at #3 is replaced by Stefani.

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Billboard 100 Top 10 List for March 1, 2007

March 02, 2007 10:03:39

On Thursday, March 1, New York rapper has topped Billboard 100 with the song "This Is Why I'm Hot" after leaping as great as 31 positions straight ahead to no.1. The leap is recorded as the third biggest in the chart's history as well as scoring the first #1 single for its label, the Capitol Records. The song has also created quite a stir in numerous radio stations with a total spins up to 1000 per week and absorbed a growing 59 million listeners.

With the sudden shoot up, he knocked out 's single "What Goes Around...Comes Around" out of its seat and put it in the third place. Meanwhile the song "Don't Matter" by is trailing behind MIMS at no. 2 before tying his spot at no. 5 a week before. The third topper last week with "Say It Right" slides down to no. 6 this week while ' "Runaway Love" featuring falls a little bit steeper at no. 9.

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2007 NRJ Music Awards Winners

January 23, 2007 10:01:25

Not only looked stunning at Saturday, January 20th, NRJ Awards, but also she won double. The American pop singer nabbed two awards, for the category of International Female Artist of the Year and International Album of the Year for her "".

Also won big during the event was French rapper Diam's who collected three awards, including Francophone Female Artist of the Year, Francophone Album of the Year for "Dans ma bulle", and Francophone Song of the Year for "La Boulette". In addition to both winners, there were also the likes of who won the award for International Revelation of the Year, and Christophe Mae who was bestowed the award for Francophone Revelation of the Year.

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Songstress Rihanna Is Joining the CoverGirl Family

December 09, 2006 01:12:01

is invading the world of cosmetics. The songstress has inked a deal as one of the faces representing CoverGirl cosmetics.

"I've loved make-up and dreamed of being a CoverGirl since I was a little girl," Rihanna says on her new task. "Growing up, my mother was a make-up artist and I was fascinated watching her apply lip color, blush and mascara. Now I get to be surrounded by all of my favorites from CoverGirl!"

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Big Winners at the 2006 Billboard Music Awards

December 05, 2006 12:12:10

It is reported earlier on our site that wins the R&B/Hip-Hop Artist Of The Year honor at this year annual Billboard Music Awards. It has been confirmed just now that the R&B star earns nine awards totally, thanks to her comeback album, "," that brings her some other awards for Female R&B Artist Of The Year and R&B/Hip-Hop Album Of The Year just to name a few.

Also bring multiple honors is rapper who brings home the awards for Rap Artist Of The Year, Rap Album Artist Of The Year, Rap Songs Artist Of The Year, and Rap Album Of The Year for "." R&B star wins the award for Artist Of The Year, while at the same time also is named New Artist Of The Year and Male Artist O