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Katy Perry 'Part of Me' Debuts at No. 1 -- But Does It Break Michael Jackson's Record?

Posted on Feb 22nd 2012 6:15PM by Contessa Gayles
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She's done it again! Katy Perry's breakup anthem 'Part of Me' has topped the Billboard Hot 100, debuting at the chart's No. 1 spot!

The lead single off Katy's 'Teenage Dream' album re-release, 'Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection,' has earned the pop star her seventh career No. 1. As you may recall, Katy and her team were desperately trying to break Michael Jackson's record for the most No. 1s off a single album with her sixth 'Teenage Dream' single 'The One That Got Away.'

She tried everything from recording a remix of the track with B.o.B., to lowering the song's price on iTunes, but the song fell just short, peaking at No. 3.

While 'Part of Me' marks the sixth chart-topper associated with Katy's 'Teenage Dream' album, it unfortunately will not count toward the Billboard chart record. So close! On the bright side, the songs sold 411,000 copies in its first week and is still only the 20th single ever to debut at atop the Hot 100. Congrats, Katy!

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Britney Spears 'X Factor' Judge: Pop Star Wants the Job (REPORT)

Posted on Feb 22nd 2012 3:00PM by Contessa Gayles
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As Simon Cowell searches for Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger's replacements on the 'X Factor' judges panel, big names including Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson and Fergie have been thrown around for the gig. Now, according to an Us Weekly report, Britney Spears has put in a call to the reality TV boss in the hopes of locking down a judge/mentor role on the hit singing competition!

Apparently the recently engaged pop star wants a new job to go along with her new marriage, but will Simon go for the idea? There's been no news yet if team Spears and team Cowell have actually sat down for a chat about the possibility, but we love the idea of the bubbly Southern gal sitting alongside the notoriously icy critic and music executive L.A. Reid.

While she's not exactly known for her huge vocal range (à la Christina Aguilera), there's no denying Brit's pop music prowess and huge popularity. She would certainly help contribute to Simon's lofty viewership goals for the show.

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Where Are They Now: Toni Basil (PHOTOS)

Posted on Feb 22nd 2012 2:05PM by Sarah Chazan
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"Oh Mickey you're so fine, you're so fine you blow my mind. Hey Mickey! Hey Mickey!" If those lyrics don't immediately spark images of spunky cheerleader Toni Basil in your mind, well ... you probably weren't around in the '80s. But for those of us who were, Basil's iconic video for her biggest hit is as synonymous with that decade as pet rocks or Pac-Man.

Undoubtedly her biggest Billboard achievement, Basil's 'Mickey' went platinum or gold in the U.S., England, Australia and Canada. The song also knocked Lionel Richie off the Hot 100's #1 slot in December of 1982 -- which was a pretty big deal back in those days!

So what ever became of Toni after she hung up her pom-poms? Let's just say she didn't exactly shrink back into the shadows! Click below to see where Basil is today.


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Adam Levine, Christina Aguilera Weight Gain: 'The Voice' Judge Speaks Out on Co-Star's New Figure

Posted on Feb 22nd 2012 1:30PM by Contessa Gayles
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Adam Levine Christina Aguilera weight gainChristopher Polk, Getty Images

Christina Aguilera has been subjected to serious criticism since packing on some extra pounds and flaunting her fuller figure in skin-tight outfits. And while Xtina's weight has absolutely nothing to do with fellow 'The Voice' judge/mentor Adam Levine, the star was still asked to comment on the topic by Howard Stern during a recent interview. Talk about being put in an awkward position!

"This is a sensitive subject for women, but why do you think she's gotten so heavy?" Stern asked Levine, whose waifish Victoria's Secret model girlfriend Anne V was by his side for the interview. "Is she upset?" the host pried, adding, "She used to be so f---ing hot ... And her clothes are too tight, right?"

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Rachel Crow: 'X Factor' Favorite Gets Record Deal and Nickelodeon TV Show

Posted on Feb 22nd 2012 12:35PM by Contessa Gayles
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Rachel Crow's early 'X Factor' elimination was perhaps the biggest shock -- and injustice -- of the season, but not to worry! The 14-year-old super talent has just signed both a record deal with Columbia and a TV contract to star in her very own Nickelodeon show!

"Columbia was awesome for me. This is the top, which is really cool," Crow told MTV. "Beyonce and Adele. And I'm in the same family as them, which is really awesome." The teen promised that her debut album would be "spunky," adding, "It's just gonna be me."

As for the TV show, "We are in the early stages now. We haven't figured out exactly what we will do with the show yet," Rachel confirmed to the New York Post. "I want it to be definitely very 'Rachel.' Something that shows who I am and who I want to be," she insisted.

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Jessica Simpson Baby News: Shopping Trip Reveals Clues to Infant's Gender

Posted on Feb 22nd 2012 12:10PM by Sarah Chazan
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Pregnant Jessica Simpson is about a month away from delivering, and like any mommy-to-be, she's spending her final baby-free days buying last minute items for her bundle of joy. But during a recent shopping trip, it seems Jess' purchases may have revealed the as-yet-to-be-announced gender of Simpson's unborn child!

According to PEOPLE Magazine, Jess and her mom hit up L.A.'s Bel Bambini boutique this past Friday (Feb. 17) to buy up all sorts of baby must-haves for the nursery. But it wasn't blue items filling Jessica's cart! Nope, the singer and TV star loaded up on tons of pink gear for her mini-me.

"Jessica and her mom spent over an hour at the store," an observer tells PEOPLE. "She took her time picking out the perfect baby items." Included in her final purchases were, "Pink baby clothes, a Moses basket and other adorable baby items."

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JoJo 'Disaster (Remix)' Video Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

Posted on Feb 22nd 2012 11:15AM by Sarah Chazan
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AOL Music has a special treat for all you JoJo fans out there -- a remix of her recent hit 'Disaster'! After listening to the single, we were shocked -- it's a totally different sound than the original. While the singer's first 'Disaster' track was a raw, girl power anthem, the DJ Kue remix blends JoJo's vocals with a fist-pumping beat -- turning the track into a instant club hit. "I'm excited to present to you the DJ Kue version of my 'Disaster' video," JoJo tells AOL Music. "I love this remix and hope you will enjoy it, too."

Watch the re-imaged song, set to visuals detailing a toxic relationship, below!

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