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Bands and Artists :: Chats and Forums
Stars of music, TV, Hollywood unanimous in praise of Obama's historic acceptance speech
Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:29:00 -0700
DENVER (AP) _ First word on Barack Obama's historic nomination acceptance speech from a bevy of celebrities in attendance was decidedly partisan: "It was excellent," Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie said. "It was amazing."
Spears to revisit the MTV Video Music Awards by kicking off show, but won't perform
Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:40:00 -0700
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Mackenzie Phillips charged with drug possession after arrest at Los Angeles airport
Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:29:00 -0700
LOS ANGELES (AP) _ Mackenzie Phillips was charged Wednesday with felony possession of drugs for allegedly carrying narcotics at Los Angeles International Airport.
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Aaliyahs Online Street Team - Large mailing list for announcements and news relating to Aaliyah.
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The Aaliyah Message Board - Message board dedicated to Aaliyah.
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