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Former Miss USA Rima Fakih made headlines this weekend when she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. The 2010 winner was the first Arab American to capture the crown and compete in the Miss Universe competition. When the Miss Universe pageant aired earlier this year, there was also a controversial contestant to look out for; although, the alleged offense was much less serious Read more
Audiences have come to expect a few fumbles by beauty queens during a pageant's interview portion. But during last night's Miss Universe pageant in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Miss Angola Leila Lopes gave an eloquent answer to a pretty banal question. The 25-year-old was asked which of her physical qualities she would change if given the chance. Instead of choosing something innocuous, like big hands or Read more
Miss Mexico won the Miss Universe crown last night, but what does 22-year-old Jimena Navarrete get for her stellar bikini strutting and question answering besides a morning in the spotlight? Considering Donald Trump owns the pageant, the prizes have his touch. When you think of The Donald, you think money. So Miss Mexico will get an undisclosed salary. You might also think luxury NYC apartments. Read more
Miss Mexico crowned Miss Universe last night — The Frisky Britain's first lady gave birth to a daughter today — New York Times Elin Nordegren's native Sweden proud she finalized divorce with Tiger — Daily Beast Scientists discover protein that destroys HIV — AOL News Bristol Palin can bring in $14,000 in speaking fees — Double X Predict Sunday's Emmy winners and win an iPad — Read more
Miss Venezuela Stefania Fernandez was crowned Miss Universe 2009 last night at the Miss Universe pageant. The Donald Trump-led franchise, which has been televised since 1955, definitely gets a lot of attention for bringing together the world's "most beautiful" women (read: tall, thin, great bathing suit body). Despite the objectifying nature of beauty pageants, they don't seem to be going Read more
Miss Universe Japan 2009 Emiri Miyasaka let her imagination run absolutely wild today in Tokyo. She rocked bright pink cheeks, big false eyelashes, fuchsia lips, and hair that ran the gamut from frizzy frouf to Princess Leia bun to a pink netting bow. She also left her pants at home, much like Lady Gaga has. I admire her boldness, and she's obviously having a good time, but would you ever do Read more
Josh Brolin and Jeffrey Wright were arrested during a bar fight Saturday morning in Shreveport, LA, and charged with the misdemeanor of interfering with police. The actors are in town filming the Oliver Stone movie, W, in which Josh plays President George W. Bush. — Shreveport Times Former White House press secretary Tony Snow, 53, died of colon cancer in Washington, DC, Saturday morning. Read more
Everyone knows the only reason to watch these dumb shows is for some good old fashioned slapstick. I love how, after Miss USA falls flat on her butt, she looks at the camera and does a cheesy wink. Uh, we haven't quite forgotten what just happened, lady! But nice try... Read more
Miss Universe was declared last night. Yeah, I didn't care either but the news of the day is that winner, Miss Puerto Rico Zuleyka Rivera Mendoza passed out following the show. During a new conference after the event she collapsed and was rushed off stage. People reports: "She's okay. She's fine," pageant representative Lark Anton told Reuters. "She got dizzy. It's very hot up here. Her dress Read more
Break out your finest swimsuit and flashiest smile because OPI is set to launch its Miss Universe collection in August — just in time for the Miss Universe Pageant. The lineup of lacquers includes four sparkling, shimmery shades that will undoubtedly look gorgeous, even if pageantry isn't your thing. Check them out up close now. Read more
