Blogamole › MTV Tr3s

By Reynaldo Casas

It's a cold, dreary Saturday morning in Brooklyn, NY but on the inside of St. Francis College, the gym está muy caliente filled with 250 vibrant, young Latinos eager to hear from two educational experts on paying for college and giving back to their community. Oh...and did I mention that they were also eager to hear from the beautiful and talented Kat DeLuna and the handsome, successful entertainment mogul, Wilmer Valderrama?

The event was organized by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) and it was one of their many Ready to Lead Program events, which provide Latino high school students with college-admission and financial aid information, to prepare them as they begin their journey into college. CHCI not only motivates them to complete high school, but also empowers them to serve and lead in their communities and explains how college is achievable for everyone.

Wilmer and Kat rocked the auditorium with some inspirational words of wisdom and shared their experiences of growing up as young Latinos and how they have succeeded in the entertainment industry. Wilmer is the National Spokesperson for CHCI’s Ready to Lead Program and has been so for a few years now.

To everyone's pleasant surprise, Kat gave an impromptu performance of her Billboard smash hit, "Wind Me Up" at the request of a young person in the audience. For more information on CHCI’s Ready to Lead Program, go to this page.

Tags Agentes De Cambio, CHCI, Kat DeLuna, Wilmer Valderrama

By: Karli Henriquez

Hey guys, happy New Year! I feel like I'm finally getting into the groove of things after the holiday break. Since the beginning of the year, work has been non-stop and I'm loving it! Tr3s is keeping busy and I recently attended two junkets, one for the new show ROB and the other for Summit Entertainment's Man On A Ledge movie. Both experiences were pretty epic!

The ROB junket was held inside the CBS lot in Studio 21 which is also one of the studios where they shot Gilligan’s Island... cool fact. I met the entire cast including Rob Schneider; he is by far the coolest guy EVER! I really hope the show is a huge success!

A few days ago I put my life on the line for the love of all our Tr3s viewers during the Man on a Ledge junket! All media covering the event was invited to literally stand on a ledge to introduce their piece for their outlet on camera. Of course my producer had to convince me "how cool" this opportunity was because at first I was not into the idea of standing on the 16th floor ledge of the Four Seasons Hotel. After interviewing the cast and getting their feedback on how it's "not scary" to stand on a ledge I grabbed a harness and showed that ledge who was boss!

I'm really looking forward to sharing all my experiences with my friends here on Tr3s. Next on the list is MTV Unplugged featuring Juanes! I can't wait to check the show I heard there will be lots of surprises.

Talk to you soon!

XO,

Karli

Tags Karli from the Blog, Karli Henriquez, Man on a Ledge, ROB

Are you a die hard Juanes Fan? Do you live in South Florida? If so, you are in for the experience of a lifetime!

Tr3s is currently casting audience for the live taping of the JUANES MTV Unplugged in Miami Beach. You must appear to be 18-29 years old and be available the afternoon of Feb. 1st. This will be a LIVE taping so you will be ON-CAMERA!! If you are interested make sure to send us an email with your age, phone number, and picture to the following address MTV.LATINMIAMICASTING@HOTMAIL.COM you can also follow us on Twitter at @MIACastingMTV.

And then make sure to tune in to watch the show on Tr3s later on this year!!!!

Tags Juanes, Juanes MTV Unplugged, Tr3s Exclusives

By María Andrea Fridmann

Marc Anthony told the world Wednesday of his new girlfriend, Shannon de Lima, on his Twitter page. Many think that Marc is simply responding to Jennifer Lopez parading her new boyfriend, Casper Smart, in public -even on set of their reality show.

In spite of that, far from waking any jealousy Jennifer may have, the pop diva actually wrote a message seemingly aimed at Marc, tweeted at around the same time her ex-husband and father of her two children announced his new romance.

"You know quite well, deep within u, that there is only a single magic, a single power, a single salvation&that is called loving. #words2liveby," Lopez wrote.

Remember that although the couple has been separated for months, there hasn't been an official divorce announcement. On Jan. 28, Lopez and Marc also roll out their reality series '¡Q' Viva! The Chosen,' hosted and produced by them, in which they seek out the best in Latino talent from some 21 countries. The show airs on Univision in the U.S.

Do you think the love between Jennifer and Marc is still strong, despite their respective new romances?

Tags AOL Latino, aol latino in Blogamole, Casper Smart, Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony, Q'Viva the chosen, Shannon De Lima

By Eddie Gutierrez

Have an idea on how to solve a global issue but lack the finances to launch it? Well, then the Echoing Green Fellowship is for you!

Every year the Echoing Green Fellowship selects 12-20 bold, innovative ideas and provides the winning Fellows with up to $90,000 in funds, strategic support, and a powerful community of 500+ other Fellows. Your idea could be the next one selected. Help make the world a better place and solve global issues!

Be the change you wish to see! Hurry and apply today as the deadline for the initial application is quickly approaching, January 9, 2012.

For more information, please visit http://www.echoinggreen.org/fellowship.

Tags Agentes De Cambio, Changemaker

By Eddie Gutierrez

There is no better way to be stylish and help out a cause than by taking part in MTV ACT’s latest charity auction featuring autographed Calle 13 paraphernalia.

This recently launched live auction is supporting the FWD campaign, a relief effort for the Horn of Africa created by USAID and the Ad Council. All proceeds go directly to a group of humanitarian organizations working to provide relief to the more than 13 million people in need of emergency assistance.

Auctioned items are packaged and include an autographed copy of Calle 13's 2011 Latin Grammy winning album of the year, 'Entren los Que Quieran,' 2 autographed t-shirts and the stylish Tr3s Bling.

Be trendy and giving, place your bid today!

Click here to place your bid of Relief.

Visit usaid.gov/FWD to learn more about the crisis.

Tags Calle 13, Calle 13 auction, Tr3s

By: Karli Henriquez

It was another hectic day in the city of Angels on Saturday, December 3rd because my radio station KIIS FM held it's annual Jingle Ball concert! The word epic is a great way to define the night. With performances by David Guetta, Gym Class Heroes and Lady Gaga our LA listeners and concert goers were definitely getting an experience they were never going to forget. The days are really hectic for everyone on the stations talent roster including me!

The day began with a quick make-up session with my girl Tania (@LooksByTaniaQ) which by the way is my favorite time of any working day. Who doesn't love make-up and girl time? As soon as my outfit was complete I headed down to Nokia Theater in Downtown Los Angeles! I did a few interviews during our pre-show concert with the cuties from Mindless Behavior. Can I just say those boys are so focused on a big dream and that is extremely inspiring for any one any age, good luck MB! It was almost show time and I was part of the show opener with my co-host on the JoJo on the Radio Show TJ Rhymes (@TJRhymes). Now this is my favorite part because we are the first people to greet our audience to Jingle Ball on the theaters jumbotrons. All the shots are LIVE which can be hectic but we got it together and delivered.

The backstage area is always crazy! You have KIIS staff, Artist entourage, dancers, groupies... picture a complete movie scene. My girl Geena the Latina (@GeenaTheLatina) was the host for our UStream LIVE coverage from the red carpet which was by far the coolest interaction all the fans can have if they weren't able to get tickets. Our station also has a very impressive Gifting Suite for the talent who attend the show. Jennifer Love Hewitt, Kat Graham, the cast of Pretty Little Liars are just a few names lucky enough to get some awesome gifts. Shout out to Nelson (@laffit), Amy Sugarman and staff for their amazing work! I was able to walk the suite but I have to admit my favorite piece had to be my new purse from Imoshion (@imoshion), thanks guys!

Now it was time for a little RR after all my duties and enjoy Lady Gaga! I was so happy she included her new Christmas songs during her performance. She even changed the lyrics from Christmas to KIISmas...get it?!?! That’s love! If you were there I hope you had the time of your life until next time Tr3s.com !

XO

Karli

Tags David Guetta, Gym Class Heroes, Jingleball, Karli from the Blog, Karli Henriquez, KIIS-FM, LA, Lady Gaga, Mindless Behavior

By Rafael Abreu

Although they're trying their best to keep the information from the media, Adamari Lopez and most-desired Spanish dancer Toni Costa can no longer deny that they are dating and very much in love -- to the point that he left everything in his native Spain, where he resides, and settled permanently in Miami to give free reign to their feelings.

Adamari and Toni met on the hit Spanish-language dance show 'Mira Quien Baila!' and the chemistry between them was something they couldn't ignore, but they left alone -- the first time around -- only to rediscover it when they danced a very sensual tango, in which they couldn't contain themselves, sealing the number with an unscripted kiss on the lips.

Through one of the couple's closest friends, AOL Latino has learned that the flirting and going out were frequent throughout the show. It was only after the show wrapped that the couple decided to give each other an opportunity at love.

"At the end of the show, Toni was to leave for Spain, as stated in his contract with Endemol, the production company that puts on the reality show for Univision. It was there, while in front of them [the producers] that they had the opportunity to separate, but they chose to give it a go. Adamari asked him to stay. While he looked for a place to live, he would stay with her in her apartment," said the close friend, who is very happy for the couple because they are "good people and they look to be very happy and in love."

In the past, Adamari and Toni were approached by TV host Rodner Figueroa while she accompanied him in obtaining his Florida driver's license. When Figueroa asked about her involvement with Toni, she laughed it off, saying she was only doing a friend a favor.

Our source tells us that the outing for the license was one of the first attempts the dancer is making to move closer to his new love, from whom he doesn't wish to separate for a second. Adamari even introduced Toni to her parents, who gave her their blessing and are very happy with her new beau.

Tags Adamari Lopez, AOL Latino, aol latino in Blogamole, Chisme, Mira Quien Baila, Toni Costa

By Eddie Gutierrez

It wasn't your typical morning at the United Nations in New York City this past Monday. Calle 13 along side UNICEF, MTV Latin America and Tr3s hosted a conference announcing the official launch of the MTV Exit campaign. "The campaign is about freedom and human rights," stated Bernt Aasen from UNICEF. The goal of this movement is to shed light on the issue of human trafficking and exploitation in Latin America, as well as provide outreach to the victims of this modern day slavery.

Every year at least 550,000 children and adolescents become victims of trafficking and exploitation in Latin America and the Caribbean; stealing away their youth, hopes, dreams and lives. They are forced into exploitative labor, engage in drug use and unsafe sexual practices; amplifying the spread of HIV within the Latin America population.

The nineteen-time Latin Grammy winning duo hosts the documentary, "Esclavos Invisibles/Invisible Slaves," detailing the realities of this issue. Calle 13 has also donated their song "Prepárame la Cena/Prepare my Dinner," off of their 2011 Latin Grammy winning album of the year, 'Entren los Que Quieran'.

"This song is about hope, prepare my dinner, I will be home soon," stated Residente.

The documentary will be extended to 58 million households throughout Latin America and the U.S. as well as an infinite amount through online websites and social media. No corner will be left unturned as the documentary will also be distributed amongst churches, shelters and community centers throughout Latin America and the U.S. to help relay this message to those who do not have access to television or internet.

In the United States alone 17,000 people are trafficked and exploited every year. If this is happening in our own backyard imagine when magnified on a global level.

"To be an activist you don't need money, all you need is will. You too can get involved and spread the message," said Residente.

Join in the efforts and help spread awareness on this issue in hopes of one day finally ending, once and for all, this modern day slavery. Visit www.mtvexit.org/la for more information.

Watch the exclusive trailer for "Esclavos Invisibles":

MTV Exit, Calle 13 and Unicef "Invisible Slaves" Documentary Get new music videos and MTV show videos on Tr3s.com. www.tr3s.com More from Watch MTV Shows Watch New Music Videos | Music News
Embed

Also be sure to tune in to Tr3s on November 29th for the premiere of the powerful music video, "Prepárame la Cena."

How will you help Calle 13 with their efforts? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3

Tags Calle 13, Preparame la cena, Residente, slavery, United Nations

By: Karli Henriquez

Last night I attended the American Music Awards and they completely surpassed my expectations. With performances by Pitbull, Enrique Iglesias, Katy Perry you can always expect a new level amazing-ness but of course nothing topped my girl Jennifer Lopez.

When Jennifer Lopez first came out and began to sing her ballad she made the audience believe her performance was going to be an emotional roller coaster...sike!

After stripping into a nude Britney Spears inspired outfit she sang "Papi" which I thought it was very clever of her to have the Fiat on stage, which was a Benny Medina move for sure. Genius! Once the "On the Floor" beat hit you knew Pitbull would join her and bring all of Nokia Theater to their feet. I honestly thought she ended performing until I saw her again rockin' the side ponytail during her performance with Will.i.am for his new song "THE."

To wrap things up, she won the Favorite Latin Artist Award. Her only downfall was her broken Spanish during her acceptance speech, I'm sure her nerves got the best of her bilingual skills. So happy for Jennifer Lopez she is such an inspiration!

P.S. I did hit the official LMFAO American Music Awards party after the show and let's just say I can't hang with those guys the way I use too. The Party Rock crew’s champagne showers are definitely something you need to experience! Shout out to LMFAO and their team for major moves in the music industry, so proud of them!

Xo- Karli Henriquez

Tags AMA, American Music Award, Jennifer Lopez, Karli from the Blog, Karli Henriquez, LMFAO, Pitbull