By: He-man
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The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) strikes anyone – young and old, the rich or poor, the famous and unknowns. The nameless victims who get infected go unnoticed, but celebrities who do, always get the world’s attention. This is a list of the top 10 celebrities who are known to have or to have had the virus known as HIV, including those who have died (whether from AIDS or another cause).
1) Rock Hudson – Iconic Hollywood leading man, the first major American celebrity whose AIDS diagnosis was made public. Unquestionably, he was one of the most popular and well-known movie stars of his time. The public got a double shock when it was revealed he had AIDS and was ***. In 1985, Hudson died at the age of 59.
2)Freddie Mercury – Queen’s lead singer noted for his vocal abilities and his charisma. His death led to The Mercury Phoenix Trust anti-AIDS charity and the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert for AIDS Awareness. Died in 1991 at the age of 45 and was inducted into Rock and Roll’s Hall of Fame in 2001.
3)Liberace – Flamboyant Las Vegas singer and piano player known for candelabras, lavish costumes, exotic cars and kitchy homes. In the ’70s and 80s, Liberace was a major box office attraction in Las Vegas. In 1987, he died due to complications from AIDS.
4)Arthur Ashe – one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Was the first African-American to win a Grand Slam and he went on to collect three. Ashe transcended tennis to become a social activist who led public protests against apartheid in South Africa; became infected with HIV via transfusion during heart surgery. This Tennis Hall of Famer died in 1993 at the age of 49.
5) Isaac Asimov – famous science fiction writer and biochemist. Two of his works were turned into highly successful films – I, Robot and Bicentennial Man. Asimov, who was also popular for his science books, became infected by transfused blood during heart surgery.
6) Earvin “Magic” Johnson – One of the greatest NBA players of all time, Johnson is widely considered as the best point guard ever to play the game. Since publicly announcing he had been infected with the virus HIV, Johnson continues to be an advocate for HIV/AIDS prevention and safe ***.
7)Greg Louganis - Olympic gold medalist in diving. Was the most outstanding amateur athlete in 1984 and went on to win back-to-back Olympic golds in both the 3m and 10m diving events. Following the announcement of his HIV status in 1995, Louganis was dropped by majority of his corporate sponsors. Since retiring from diving, Louganis has ventured into acting mostly in off-Broadway plays.
Tommy Morrison – world champion boxer better known for his role as Tommy Gunn in Rocky V. In 1996 it was revealed he was HIV-positive which automatically retired him from boxing as a competitor. Currently, he is pursuing a career in Mixed Martial Arts and is trying to mount a comeback in boxing.
9)Ryan White - expelled from high school because of his infection which he got from contaminated blood during treatment. White, who was a hemophiliac, became a poster child for HIV/AIDS at a time when the public knew very little about the disease. White made many celebrity friends including Michael Jackson whose song “Gone Too Soon” was a tribute to the teenage AIDS victim. White died in 1990 at a young age of 18.
10) Esteban De Jesus - a world lightweight champion boxer from Puerto Rico. Famous for his trilogy with Roberto Duran, “Vita” had a life full of controversy, problems and scandals. Sentenced to life in jail for murder, he became a preacher and started to turn his life around. De Jesus acquired HIV and succumbed to full-blown AIDS in 1989.
By: Carlo Simbajon
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Filed under Health And Fitness by on Sep 7th, 2010.
Have you ever wondered how the most gorgeous celebrities maintain their to-die-for shapes?
Yes, there are a handful who take the ”easy (but not exactly safe) way out” with surgical procedures, but a great majority of them actually work on their bodies. Here is a peek at some of these famous women’s cardio routines:
>> Jessica Simpson and Heidi Klum
Both beauties performed intensive cardio and strength training.
Jessica worked her way to a more shapely butt which she needed in the filming of ”Dukes of Hazzard” while supermodel Heidi had to shed off the fat she gained after giving birth so that she could show off her curves for a Victoria’s Secret modeling stint.
>> Angelina Jolie
Before the filming of ”Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life,” where she performed a lot of stunts herself, Angelina took on a specially-designed regimen that included kickboxing, wall climbing, bungee ballet, and scuba diving.
>> Thalia Sodi
This voluptuous Mexican singer/actress wall-climbs to achieve a firm gluteus. This activity is very demanding and firms up unsightly flabs in your limbs. She also does yoga.
>> Oprah Winfrey
We’ve seen her weight yo-yo through the years — from unhealthy-looking obesity to an alarming thinness. Today she has found her middle ground, and certainly looks like the millions of dollars she’s actually worth!
Oprah follows a strict diet and exercise regimen: six days of cardio and six days of strength training, plus outdoor activities on Sundays.
>> ”Friends” co-stars Courtney Cox and Jennifer Anniston
These charming gals practice a mix of martial arts and yoga to achieve those enviable bodies we see on TV.
>> Jessica Alba
One of the ”most searched” on the Internet and currently also a top-grosser in poster sales, this star of the blockbuster movie ”The Fantastic Four” used to have big self-image issues, coming from a heavily overweight family.
She has admitted to having an eating disorder years back, but is now on the right track with a daily 45-60 minute workout routine. She starts out by working the elliptical machine or the treadmill for 10 to 15 minutes until her heart rate goes up to about 180 bpm. This is followed by 50 crunches and lunges, before she returns to the machine for an additional 10 minutes.
>> Meg Ryan, Julianne Moore, and Reese Witherspoon
They all follow a strict diet plus a combination of 6 days of cardio and 5 days of weight training.
>> Jennifer Lopez
Aside from a clean lifestyle (she neither smokes nor drinks), this sultry singer/actress maintains her ”legendary backside” with this routine: On a power treadmill, reach the speed you regularly work with after a brief warm-up.
Next, begin to increase the incline one grade at a time until you reach that point where you feel uncomfortable. Afterwards, do the reverse and start descending one grade at a time. Devote about 20 minutes for an entire cycle to tone your muscles and burn a considerable amount of calories.
Although they do their cardio year-round, celebrities work doubly hard in the weeks leading up to a special event, such as the Oscars, as it’s the most anticipated season of ‘’showing the world what you’ve got.”
You, too, can use their techniques if you’re gearing up for a wedding, an awards night, or a class reunion!
Simply follow these steps:
About 2 weeks prior to the event, increase your exercise duration (add about 15 minutes per session), intensity (go up the levels when using machines), and frequency (do your cardio at least 5-6 times a week). One week before the event, pay special attention to your diet. Cut down on alcohol, salt, and sugar to help you look and feel lean. Doing so will also provide you with that much-needed energy for your more intensive workouts. The day before the event, take in only complex carbs and lean protein. Don’t consume too much fruit and vegetables to keep from feeling gassy and bloated. On the day itself, it won’t hurt to take a brisk walk for about 30-45 minutes. It would be better to walk along a hilly trail to tighten your legs and burn more calories.
When you do your cardio daily, having a celebrity body will only be icing on the cake. The most important thing is that as your heart, lungs, and muscles improve their performance, you’ll inevitably feel good about yourself.
By: M Jamal
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Fall is just around the corner, and one of the hottest trends this year is nail colors. With celebrities flaunting the coolest shades from Los Angeles to New York City, this top 5 list will give you the low down on the hottest nail color shades to rock this fall.
Number 5 – Classic Black
No one can go wrong with classic black nail polish. Especially if you buy Chanel’s Black Satin. Celebrities like Lindsay Lohan and Nicole Kidman have been seen walking around the streets of Hollywood with this shade on. With the right outfit, say a white tank top, a colorful scarf, and short jean shorts, you will be turning heads with this celebrity nail color in no time.
Number 4 – Ruby Red
Fall is a great time to wear a shade of red on your nails. Last fall, celebrities like Hilary Duff and Lo Bosworth were seen sporting this nail color. What’s great about red is that you can wear it with a variety of outfits and with both casual and formal attire. One brand that I think makes a great Ruby Red is NARS. It is the shade called Rouge Andalou. An outfit that I think would look great with ruby red nails would be a knee length, form fitting black dress.
Number 3 – Dark Purple
Fall is a great time to show off your edgier side with darker shades like dark purple. With the darker color pallet of clothes that you will be wearing in autumn, dark purple will be subtle yet rich. Celebrities love being discrete, and lately Lauren Conrad and Mischa Barton have both been wearing this color around. You know it’s going to be a hit on you with celebs like LC and Ms. Barton rocking it on the red carpet. And Paradoxal by Chanel is definitely the dark purple shade you need this fall.
Number 2 – Nude
The reason I love this color is because it blends in so well with the fall colors around you. Miley Cyrus, Lauren Conrad, Jennifer Lopez, and Paris Hilton love showing off their picture perfect nails in this color. This isn’t a flashy or showy look, and it looks great for formal events that you will be attending this fall. Pair your nails it with a black top and some beige pants like Angelina Jolie did, and I’m sure you’ll be getting some compliments this fall. Mimosas for Mr. and Mrs. by OPI is a great brand for **** nail polish.
Number 1 – Robin Egg Blue
This craze started in the spring, with Beyonce first introducing the world to the trend in her “Why Don’t You Love Me” music video. People catch on fast when celebrities like Beyonce wear a hot new nail color, especially the people at Chanel. They seem to be on top of every nail trend these days, and they didn’t disappoint with the Robin Egg Blue color either. Their Nouvelle Vague color is definitely the color you need this fall to mix it up a bit. However, the color is hard to find, so look around! Celebrities as big as Ke$ha, Christina Aguilera, Whitney Port, and Jessica Alba all love this color. Pair this shade with some cute jeans and a mute tone top, and you’ll be the envy of your friends in no time.
I hope that you enjoyed my countdown of the top 5 celebrity nail colors of Fall 2010. Remember to always mix it up and have fun!
By: Lauren Corral
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Filed under Womens Interests by on Sep 6th, 2010.
Alaska cruises can be the experience of a lifetime. Enhance that magnificent experience with Celebrity Alaska cruises.
Celebrity takes cruising to the next level and their Alaska cruises are no different. Consistently being rated at the top in service by such experts as Conde’ Nast Traveler should give the most discerning cruise passenger a comfortable feeling about cruising with Celebrity.
Add to that a fantastic itinerary like Alaska, and you have a winning combination. The beauty of the land matched with the beauty on board. Celebrity has impeccable service having one staff member for every two cruise passengers. Fine wines being sipped on your Celebrity stateroom deck while watching an Alaskan glacier calving is an experience you will not soon forget!
In 2005, Celebrity will be running three ships during the Alaska cruise season. These magnificent ships offer exceptional amenities.
The Celebrity Cruise Lines’ Mercury is the newest of their Century-class of ships. Visually appealing with world class amenities and service make Alaskan cruising aboard this Celebrity a special treat!
Celebrity’s Infinity will be sailing Alaska cruises this year as well. Experience a world-class meal or a theatrical production of Broadway proportions. Celebrity Cruise Lines has done a marvelous job of d
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For me it would be MaDonna.
By: ♥Eshelle Amaranth♥
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By: Samantha Summers
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Many people are using teeth whitening products to get celebrity white teeth, a brighter smile helps average people look more like the movie stars. In our world of high-fashion and beauty, we are all trying to improve our looks and stay up with the trends. Teeth whitening is an easy and affordable way to up-grade your look.
If you would like your smile to dazzle with celebrity white teeth, then it is necessary to use a high quality whitening product. There are many methods to choose from such as: whitening toothpaste, whitening strips, teeth whitening gels, etc.
Whitening toothpastes usually only provide a gradual whitening, the tooth color will slow change over a matter of time. Sometimes it can even take a few months to get your teeth white enough to notice a difference!
Teeth whitening strips are easy to use, and they only take a few weeks to noticeably lighten your tooth color. The disadvantage to using the white strips is that they must be used often in the beginning before a drastic color change is noticed.
One of the most popular products are teeth whitening gels. This process usually involves placing the gel in a tray, and then wearing the tray for a certain period of time while it bleaches your teeth. The reason this method is so popular is because it is easy to use and the results are fast.
If want a faster way to achieve a celebrity smile, you may consider having your teeth professionally whitened by your dentist. This whitening option costs more than many of the over-the-counter whitening products, but the results are much faster. Also, you don’t have to worry about at-home treatments, because your teeth will be noticeably whiter from just one visit to the dentist.
By: Becki Andrus
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