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Earlier this month, Beyonce was named the World’s Most Beautiful Woman by PEOPLE.

Go behind the scenes with Beyonce in the video, above!

Beyonce Flashback! Queen B Bares Toned Midriff While Playing Pool (VIDEO)

Amber James — Tue, 22 May 2012 13:40:02 +0000

We know Beyonce Knowles can run the world, but did you know she’s an excellent pool player, too!?

In a never-before-seen clip (reportedly from 2001), the pop diva gives lessons on playing pool etiquette. The vintage clip shows the “Halo” singer baring her toned midriff in a bejeweled cropped top and a pair of jeans, as she jokingly gives some tips on how to play the game.

After giving her tips and talking smack, Bey does a victory dance around the pool table as she warns viewers not to gloat too much.

Watch the unearthed clip above and tell us what you think.

Since giving birth to their first daughter, Blue Ivy, in January, Beyonce and her husband Jay-Z have kept a relatively low-key profile. They have been spotted at a few New York-based events in recent months, including a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden and the 2012 Met Gala.

Beyonce showed off her post-baby bod in a sheer Givenchy dress. Check out the pics below of the stylish singer.

Beyonce Stuns at the 2012 MET Gala

Click the pics for more skill set reveals, and let us know: What’s your hidden talent?

Beyonce to Britney Spears: Billboard Music Award Styles From Shows Past (PHOTOS)

Jackie Willis — Fri, 18 May 2012 17:32:43 +0000

What a difference a decade makes! Though Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Justin Timberlake and Jennifer Lopez are still on the scene, they’ve certainly changed since we laid eyes on them at the Billboard Music Awards in the late ’90s, early ’00s.

Sunday night, one of the biggest nights in music returns and we can’t wait to see what Billboard’s awards show has in store for us this year. As you may recall, last year Britney and Rihanna kissed while performing “S&M.”

Being held at MGM Grand in Las Vegas, NV and airing on ABC, the 2012 show boasts acts including Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Lil Wayne and of course, Rihanna!

Seeing as the Billboard Awards are this weekend, and it’s Flashback Friday…

We thought it fun to have a jog down memory lane and recall all the fun style statements these musicians have attempted through the years. Check out the fashion tops and, yes, flops in our gallery.

Then, let us know: Who’s gotten better with age, style-wise, and who should revert back to their former fashion choices?

And here’s a bonus! Check out Mr. JT performing “Cry Me a River” at the 2003 Billboard Music Awards below:

Who’s an Avid Juggler & Who’s a Rubix Cube Master? Celebrities’ Hidden Talents Revealed! (PHOTOS)

Taylor Williams — Fri, 18 May 2012 06:00:17 +0000

America’s got hidden talents in their star power!

We know that some of them act, some of them sing and a few of them do both, but beyond that, a slew of celebs have different skill sets and interests that expand far beyond what they’re famous for.

Last week, while promoting his new movie What To Expect When You’re Expecting, Glee stud Matthew Morrison, 33, divulged a hidden talent when he told Celebuzz exclusively that he’s delivered babies, revealing:

“My dad is a midwife. When I was a senior in high school, it was ‘take your kid to work day,’ and I actually delivered two babies myself. I was 18 years old. I went in there, my dad kind of told me what to do, I took the baby and my dad kind of swooped in.”

Thanks to Morrison’s revelation, Celebuzz decided to go in search of other A-list stars with hidden talents.

So who are some of the other celebs?

Did you know Justin Bieber is a Rubik’s cube champ, finishing it once in just 84 seconds?! Twilight teen wolf Taylor Lautner not only does karate but can also catch grapes in his mouth from about 30 feet away. Meanwhile, his costar Kristen Stewart is an avid juggler. These are just a few special talents possessed by A-list celebs.

Lady Gaga Joins List of Celebrities Banned Abroad (PHOTOS)

Amber James — Wed, 16 May 2012 17:00:02 +0000

Lady Gaga, who is scheduled to perform in Jakarta next month, has been banned in Indonesia following Islamic protests. The critics have ripped the pop superstar for her for her “Satanic lyrics” that threaten to “destroy the children’s sense of morality,” Time magazine reports.

The “Born This Way” singer has been denied a permit to perform in the country — even though she had sold out the massive, 52,000-seat Gelora Bung Karno stadium for the June 3 show.

The singer, 26, joins a slew of other celebrities including Beyonce Knowles, Russell Brand and Paris Hilton, who’ve all been banned from foreign countries. Click through the gallery to see why the stars were denied access abroad.

The tour stop in Indonesia was set to be the largest stop on her “Born this Way Ball” Asian tour, which includes stops in Bangkok, Manila, Tapei, Hong Kong and South Korea.

The singer’s Asian tour kicked off in late April and has already had plenty of controversy. Conservative groups in South Korea complained about Gaga’s skimpy costumes, leading authorities to ban minors from attending her recent show.

Who Topped Forbes’ Celebrity 100 List for 2012?

Andy Scott — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:15:51 +0000

This Wednesday morning, Forbes magazine released its annual list of the top 100 celebrities in the business, profiling everyone from Beyonce Knowles, to Taylor Swift and Angelina Jolie.

Shockingly enough, despite their amount of fame, the three ladies just mentioned didn’t even crack the top 10. Instead, those slots were filled by popular celebs like Steven Spielberg, Katy Perry and Rihanna.

But just who topped the Celebrity 100? Drum roll please …

It’s Jennifer Lopez!

The 42-year-old stunner, who last year was named the World’s Most Beautiful Woman by PEOPLE magazine, has every reason to top the list, which is a mixture of earnings and fame, according to Forbes.

In addition to starring in high-profile movies and releasing hit singles, the mother-of-two — who is currently dating 25-year-old back-up dancer Casper Smart — is currently one of three judges on America’s top-rated show, American Idol. Not bad for the former Fly Girl from the Bronx.

Of her recent success, Forbes writes:

“[American Idol] gave her a platform to promote her music and turn her image around. It didn’t hurt that she also split from her husband, Marc Anthony. Suddenly a single mother, Lopez lapped up the media attention and scored lucrative endorsement deals with companies like L’Oreal and Gillette. She now has a line of clothing at Kohl’s, a top-selling fragrance and she was able to secure a nice bump—to $20 million–on her Idol salary for a second season. With 6.6 million followers on Twitter and 12 million fans on Facebook, she’s also proved a master of social media.”

In fact, J-Lo is apparently so powerful, she managed to beat out Oprah Winfrey and last year’s No. 1 pick, Lady Gaga, who ranked second and fifth, respectively.

Also on the list: Kim Kardashian, who ranked seventh.

Check out the full list below:

1. Jennifer Lopez
2. Oprah Winfrey
3. Justin Bieber
4. Rihanna
5. Lady Gaga
6. Britney Spears
7. Kim Kardashian
8. Katy Perry
9. Tom Cruise
10. Steven Spielberg

What do you think of Forbes’ list? Is J-Lo really the most powerful celebrity in Hollywood? Sound off, below!

Jennifer Lopez's 'American Idol' Fashions

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Bethenny Frankel Tweets Makeup Free Pic, See Other Au Natural Celebs (PHOTOS)

Amanda Hasaka — Fri, 11 May 2012 18:35:15 +0000

Skinnygirl sans makeup!

Reality star Bethenny Frankel recently tweeted a photo of herself without makeup, and urged her almost 900,00 followers to do the same saying, “This is my pic right now w no makeup. Send me yours.”

Though it’s a cute idea, it seems like 40-year-old Bethenny is actually just following in a number of celebs’ footsteps when it comes to sharing makeup free snapshots.

90210 star AnnaLynne McCord recently shared a photo of herself without any makeup whatsoever, while Lady Gaga has done the same.

bethenny bikinis

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For more au natural celebs, click through the gallery!

Flo Rida Reveals Dream Collaboration Is Beyonce Knowles! (EXCLUSIVE)

Rachel Maresca — Fri, 11 May 2012 13:15:23 +0000

“Low” rapper Flo Rida is the king of collaborating with amazing artists and turning tracks into No. 1 hits, and while many dream of working with him, the “apple bottom jeans” rapper reveals to Celebuzz who he has his eye on collaboration-wise.

Voted PEOPLE’s Most Beautiful Woman in the World and Beyonce Knowles, 30, is who Flo, 32, would like to work with.

“She is just a phenomenal artist. She goes out every night and works hard,” the rapper compliments the new mother to Blue Ivy and wife to renowned hip-hop mogul Jay-Z.

He added:

“She has an amazing voice, and ,I mean, that’s just the next level for me … to just be able to do a record with someone of her stature.”

Flo has worked with some amazing artist already, including Christina Aguilera, T-Pain, David Guetta and Akon. What does he appreciate most out of these music moguls?

“As well as being artists that inspire, they are humble. They give me great advice and great ideas.”

On his biggest career changing moment, Flo admits, ”When I got my record deal, because I felt like someone really loved what I did to give me a record deal.

Currently, Flo Rida is in the process of working on a new album that will undoubtedly be full of radio hits. Collaborators on the album (due out July 3) include LMFAO and Lil Wayne.

For more from Flo, check out the above video interview!

Beyonce, Jay-Z Have Adorable PDA Moment At New York Book Signing (PHOTOS)

Andy Scott — Wed, 09 May 2012 17:30:29 +0000

Only one day after she wowed the world in Givenchy couture at the 2012 Met Gala, a makeup-free Beyonce Knowles stepped out to support the launch of Erica Reed‘s new book, The Thriving Child, Tuesday night in New York.

Also at the event was Beyonce’s husband, Jay-Z, who made sure to pack on a few PDA moments in front of the camera. They’re so cute, it’s starting to hurt.

Erica is the wife of X Factor judge and music mogul L.A. Reid, who recently confirmed he’ll be back on the hit FOX reality-competition for another season.

Since giving birth to their first daughter, Blue Ivy, in January, Beyonce — who was recently named the World’s Most Beautiful Woman by PEOPLE — and Jay-Z have kept a relatively low-key profile; however, they have been spotted at a few New York-based events in recent months, including a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden, where they were seated courtside (duh).

Oh, and speaking of that Givenchy dress: If you haven’t seen it yet, you’ll want to click through our gallery below, because it was awesome.

beyonce at 2012 met gala in givenchy

What do you think of Beyonce and Jay-Z’s PDA moment? Sound off, below!

Beyonce Reveals She ‘Definitely’ Wants More Kids At 2012 Met Gala (PHOTOS)

Andy Scott — Tue, 08 May 2012 13:07:22 +0000

Though she just gave birth to little Blue Ivy four months ago, Beyonce Knowles told Entertainment Tonight at Monday night’s Met Gala that she “definitely” wants to have more children.

“I definitely want to have more,” the new mom — who stunned in a see-through gown by Givenchy Haute Couture — gushed as she made her grand entrance.

So, just how many kids does she want to have?

“I don’t know how many,” the 30-year-old singer added. “God knows I don’t know yet.”

Best Dressed at the 2012 Met Gala

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For now, Beyonce seems perfectly content with her personal life — and the effects were more than obvious in her stunning post-baby bod, all of which was highlighted by her Givenchy gown. The sequined, body-forming dress hugged at her hips, then extended out to a train of black and purple feathers for a true fashion statement.

Love it or hate it, you can’t deny: Beyonce stole the show last night.

Worst Dressed at the 2012 Met Gala

Beyonce — who welcomed Blue Ivy on January 7, with husband Jay-Z — is currently prepping for a four-night concert gig in Atlantic City, NJ, which kicks off over Memorial Day weekend.

For more on Beyonce’s post-baby plans, check out the video below, courtesy of Entertainment Tonight:

Jay-Z: Blue Ivy Will Be The ‘Worst, Spoiled Little Kid Ever’

Gabrielle Chung — Sun, 06 May 2012 19:26:43 +0000

As if having a mom like Beyonce wasn’t good enough, baby Blue Ivy will be lavished with gifts and affections, according to proud papa Jay-Z. During an interview on Oprah’s Master Class: Special Edition, the 42-year-old rapper predicted that he’ll most likely shower his baby girl with whatever she desires.

“I imagine I’ll take things I learned from my mom and things I’ve learned from raising my nephews and apply that,” said the hip hop mogul. “Then at the end of the day, I just know I’ll probably have the worst, spoiled little kid ever.”

However, Hova has a few concerns when it comes to Blue becoming a teen.

“Everyone imagines they’ll be a great dad until their [kids are] teenagers,” he explained. “[They say], ‘Get away from me, Dad. You’re embarrassing me.’”

Well, we all know Jay’s already a doting daddy! Just days after his daughter’s birth, he released a new track titled “Glory feat. B.I.C.” for his newborn, rapping, “The most amazing feeling I feel/words can’t describe what I’m feeling for real/Baby I’ll paint the sky blue/my greatest creation was you.”

Beyonce Shares Intimate Portraits on Tumblr

Oprah’s Master Class: Special Edition airs on Sunday, May 6 at 10 PM on OWN. Check out a sneak peek of the episode below.

Celebrity Yoga Coach Reveals Post-Pregnancy Slim Down Secrets

Celebuzz — Sun, 06 May 2012 16:57:57 +0000

Gwen Lawrence is the instructor for five New York pro teams, including the New York Giants. She has several online yoga classes on GaiamTV.com.

It’s officially time to honor the hardest working person on the planet: MOM! Mom’s duties are far-reaching and never ending, and are mixed with a touch of unconditional tough love.

While the gift of motherhood is beyond all expectations and such a blessing, moms have to be committed emotionally, mentally AND physically. Having a baby and maintaining a healthy lifestyle is challenging, but highly doable. I’m a mother of three teenage boys, owner and creator of my own business, and I can tell you firsthand that with time, attention and careful planning, you can have it all. For today, let’s discuss getting our pre-pregnancy bodies back.

Whether your due date is looming like Alesandra Ambrosio, or you’re post-birth like Jessica Alba and Beyoncé, getting back in shape is most likely on your mind the entire time you’re carrying your precious bundle. During those nine months, you repeatedly ask yourself, “How will I lose the weight?”

My advice is to chip away, and make small, attainable goals.

A few of my favorite workout tips are:

Go for a walk and take the baby; fresh air does wonders for all.
Do 25 lunges on each leg everyday for heart rate and muscle tone.
Hold your baby and do 20 standing squats each day. Having your baby in your arms raises your heart rate, and the baby’s weight increases the intensity.
Lie on the ground and do a bench press holding your baby (post-burping so you don’t get a face full – HAHAHA!)
Put the baby in a Baby Bjorn and hop on the treadmill for a slow walk.

Kate Hudson’s flaunts amazing Post-Baby Bikini Body in France

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You can fit all of these ideas somewhere in your day, so NO excuses. Visualize your new body and enjoy your baby Time flies and they grow fast, so take time together. My favorite mantra is, “If mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy,” so take care of yourself to be the best mom you can be. Of course, NEVER start a fitness routine post-birth until you’ve checked with your OB/GYN and have gotten the go-ahead.

Need inspiration? Go to GaiamTV.com and watch these great workouts to get you inspired: Shiva Rea Prenatal Workouts, Shiva Rea Post Natal Workouts, and Shiva Rea Mama and Baby.

And remember, a sane mom is a great mom: Try to keep yourself cool, calm and collected. Gaiamtv.com has some simple meditation and relaxation videos that are perfect for calming the mind. Check out: Kia Miller Pranayama and Meditation and Simple Steps to a Balanced and Natural Pregnancy.

Good luck and stay inspired!

Jessica Alba Shows Off Post-Baby Bikini Bod in mexico

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Gwen’s unique combination of dance, massage and yoga training experience, coupled with her extensive knowledge of anatomy and nutrition, provides her clients with overwhelming benefits. Gwen is the yoga instructor for 5 NY Pro teams. Her writing appears in Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Fitness Magazine, Shape Magazine, Yoga Journal, Details, shape.com, and espn.com. She makes regular appearances on NBC’s TODAY show, and Good Day New York. She was featured in June’s ESPN Magazine as the “Best Innovation in Sports Medicine,” and is a featured “Super Ambassador” for GaiamTV.com.

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‘My Husband Is Plainly Flirting With Scarlett Johansson’ — Who Said That?! Plus, The Week’s Top 10 Quotes (PHOTOS)

Rachel Maresca — Sat, 05 May 2012 15:00:11 +0000

“My husband is plainly flirting with Scarlett Johannson on Jay Leno. I would too.”

Who was it that joked about her husband’s innocent on-camera flirting with the beautiful Avengers star?

Was it Beyonce? Miranda Lambert or Carrie Underwood?

Click after the jump to find out who the witty wife was, along with Celebuzz’s Top 10 Celebrity Quotes of the week.

It was Miranda Lambert! The country superstar was far from jealous when her husband Blake Shelton appeared on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno and playfully schmoozed with the 27-year-old blonde beauty.

“She is so amazingly cool and beautiful,” Lambert added. “He clearly had good taste!”

Blake Shelton & Miranda Lambert's pda-filled performance

What other stars over this past week made us smirk, laugh, or even cry with their words of wisdom over the past seven days?

Check out the gallery, above, for the top 10 quotes of the week then jump over to Celebuzz’s Facebook to chime in and tell us which quote was your fave.

Readers React: Who Do You Believe – Beyonce Or the Rumors?

Wes Ferguson — Tue, 01 May 2012 01:30:12 +0000

After Beyonce Knowles denied rumors surrounding the birth of her daughter Blue Ivy by saying they were “just crazy,” Celebuzz readers proved a good conspiracy — no matter how crazy it may seem — is hard to dismiss.

Our readers took both sides of the issue on our Facebook page. Some sided with Bey, saying they believe her. Others weren’t quite so sure. A few were determined that the 30-year-old superstar straight up propagated a fake pregnancy!

Here’s a sampling of what they had to say:

Erika L Petrie Wallace I never seen a belly uncovered so I’m not to sure I believe her but I hope it’s the truth and what does it matter if she had a surrogate!

Alisha Hippiechick A …why would she take time and enery to put on a fake belly? Why does she have to lie about whether she had a baby or not? Who came up with this stupid rumor? And last but not least if you look at beyonce baby pic ivy blue looks like her twin…seriously people need to get a life.

Beyonce and Jay-Z Hit the Beach in St Barts

Melanie Ruiz I don’t believe she had the baby either. The baby is healthy, that’s all that matters.

Jen Spalding Not every pregnant woman feels the need to go on the cover of a magazine nude… doesn’t matter either way, but considering sheep had a miscarriage before, she wasnt off telling everyone she was prego the day she found out.

Lacey Lyon I think people care because if she didn’t have the baby, it would be a huge lie perpetrated on the public. People don’t like being lied to. I am unsure why anyone would feel the need to cover up a surrogate anyway, maybe so the child would think it was born of Beyonce? Idk. Maybe one day there will be a clear answer.

What side are you on? Tell us in the comments below and “Like” our Facebook page to join the conversation!

Beyonce Calls Surrogacy Rumors ‘Just Crazy’

Andy Scott — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:56:13 +0000

Beyonce Knowles, deemed as People’s 2012 Most Beautiful Woman in the World, has finally addressed rumors that her three-month-old daughter Blue Ivy was conceived via surrogacy.

In the latest issue of People, the 30-year-old beauty opened about everything, saying, bluntly, “That was crazy. It wasn’t hurtful, it was just crazy.”

What else did she have to say? Read on to find out!

“[I thought] ‘Where did they come up with this?” she added.

To give everyone a refresher: The rumors first started toward the end of last year, when Beyonce gave an interview with an Australian television program. During the interview, there appeared to be some fabric folding around her baby bump, sparking rumors that she was sporting a prosthetic baby bump.

The rumors hit Beyonce hard — not to mention those around her. Among those affected: Beyonce’s mom, Tina Knowles.

“It was a fabric that folded — does fabric not fold? Oh my gosh, so stupid,” Knowles told People.

Beyonce Dresses Blue Ivy in Stylish Head Wrap

Beyonce welcomed Blue Ivy on Jan. 7, with husband Jay-Z. This is the couple’s first child together.

Well, now that Beyonce has shared her side of the story, do you finally believe her, or are you still buying into the conspiracy? Make your case in the comments!

‘Pants Just Split Open!’ — Who Said That?! Plus, The Week’s Top 10 Quotes (PHOTOS)

Rachel Maresca — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 15:00:29 +0000

“You’d go to do a high kick and [my] pants would just split open!”

Who was it that dished on that major wardrobe malfunction, this week? Was it Katy Perry, Beyonce or Scarlett Johansson?

Click after the jump to find out, along with Celebuzz’s Top 10 Celebrity Quotes of the week.

Drumroll, please!

It was sexy Avengers star Scarlett Johansson, 27, who dished on her skintight Black Widow costume and the hassle she endured of it continuously splitting apart while shooting the new film!

“The first times around were hysterical with this costume,” ScarJo explained.

“You’d go to do a high kick and the pants would just split open. I was like, ‘OK, we’re going to need to reinforce this!”

scarlett on 'avengers' set

Check out her makeup-free mug –and more fresh-faced celebs– in the gallery above!

What other stars over this past week made us smirk, smile or even cringe with their words of wisdom over the past seven days?

Check out the gallery, above, for the top 10 quotes of the week and then jump over to Celebuzz‘s Facebook page to chime in and tell us which quote was your fave.

Beyonce Goes Without Makeup to Attend Private Dinner Party (PHOTOS)

Amber James — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:45:15 +0000

After being named People magazine’s Most Beautiful Woman of 2012, Beyonce Knowles stepped out and looked flawless — wearing almost no makeup on her face.

She was all smiles as she left a private dinner party on New York City’s Upper West Side neighborhood. Donning a very natural look, the “Love on Top” singer couldn’t look more gorgeous.

Beyonce Steps Out With Blue Ivy

Beyonce is having the best year ever. She was recently named People magazine’s Most Beautiful Woman of 2012, posing on the cover with a small text that reads “Back After Baby!”

“I feel more beautiful than I’ve ever felt because I’ve given birth,” the “Crazy In Love” singer, 30, told the magazine. “”I have never felt so connected, never felt like I had such a purpose on this earth.”

Body After Baby: Hollywood’s Hottest Moms Slim Down After Giving Birth (PHOTOS)

Amber James — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:30:57 +0000

After welcoming a baby, some of Hollywood’s hottest stars start hitting the gym hoping to shed that excess baby weight.

Hiring trainers and going on extreme diets, famous moms seem to quickly slim down (we’re looking at you Beyonce!) after pregnancy. Everyone from Angelina Jolie to Mariah Carey have bounced back with extreme body-after-baby get-fit plans.

Click through the gallery to see the best celebrity post-baby bodies.

Earlier this week, Jennifer Garner showed off her svelte figure, donning a nude minidress — just two months after giving birth to her third child, Samuel. The actress, 40, stepped out at CinemaCon in Las Vegas and showed off her shrinking frame.

Jennifer Garner Shows Off Post-Baby Body at CinemaCon

Meanwhile, Beyonce is looking better than ever, just a few months after giving birth to her first child. The “Love on Top” singer was recently named People magazine’s Most Beautiful Woman of 2012. Blue Ivy‘s mom poses on the cover with a small text that reads “Back After Baby!”

Most Beautiful Woman: Beyonce's Sexiest Pics