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By Michael Lopez

Who knew Dog Whispering was such a lucrative career? According to recently released court docs, Latin canine king Cesar Millan earns over $170,000 a month, half of which will now have to go to his ex-wife.

This week, TMZ reported that Cesar got hit with some very hefty alimony costs after bailing on his 18-year marriage. The judge ordered him to cough up a flat fee of $400,000 to his ex-esposa Illusion, plus $23,000 a month in spousal support.

And did we mention that Millan has two sons in the equation? Add their financial needs into the mix and his bill goes up another $120,000 a year! Something tells us it’ll take a lot of "Beast" Zuckerberg classes to help make up for those costs.

Perhaps the most interesting angle of the divorce comes from what Cesar didn’t have to reveal. Part of the settlement included a non-disclosure agreement about Millan’s bedroom habits. With that kind of privacy clause, you can only wonder what he was “Whispering” about between the sheets!

Do you know anyone who’s been through a costly divorce? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Celebrities, Celebrity Divorce, Cesar Millan, Chisme, Illusion Millan, popnews

By Ikam Acosta

The hit song 'La Señal' from Juanes has gone to the number one spot in Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, México, and 10 other countries in Latin America. It has also climbed to the top of the charts in Spain and Chile, bringing it to one of the top 5 spots on their music charts.

The song was featured on Juanes' MTV Unplugged album and is a long-awaited single from the Latin rocker. Juanes' Unplugged album is produced by Juan Luis Guerra, known for his philanthropy and musical genius. It will be available on May 29 for everyone's listening pleasure.

Other songs from the Juanes Unplugged album include: Fíjate Bien, La Paga, Nada Valgo Sin Tu Amor, Es Por Ti, Todo En Mi Vida Eres Tú, A Dios Le Pido, Hoy Me Voy (featuring Paula Fernandes), Volverte a Ver, La Camisa Negra, Azul Sabina (featuring Joaquín Sabina), Para Tu Amor, La Señal, Me Enamora, Odio Por Amor, and Fotografía (featuring Emanuella Bellezza).

Juanes will embark upon a major promotional tour of his music just before his Unplugged album is released. The Colombian heartthrob is scheduled to hit Miami, Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Chicago, and San Juan, Puerto Rico. He will also be visiting Spain, Mexico, and Colombia to celebrate his new record.

Juanes' MTV Unplugged album will be the first time the artist will be releasing a live record. The album includes new versions of his more favorite tracks, produced by legends such as Juan Luis Guerra, performed and recorded at Miami's New World Symphony Center in Miami Beach.

The Juanes MTV Unplugged performance will be televised in Latin America on MTV and in Brazil via VH1, on May 27. It will air in the United States on May 28 on MTV Tr3s. The Juanes MTV Unplugged album will be on sale on May 29 on CD, along with the DVD version as well.

What is your favorite Juanes performance?

Tags Blogger: Ikam Acosta, Juanes, Música, MTV Unplugged

By Michael Lopez

If Anahí was looking for more worldwide recognition, she’ll definitely get her chance this July. The Latin pop diva has been added to the list of performers for the 2012 Summer Olympics.

The opportunity stemmed from Anahí’s participation in the Non-Violence Project. Last October, the ex-RBDer partnered with Yoko Ono for the venture and will appear on behalf of the organization at the summer games.

People en Español is reporting that Anahí will be joined by Ono and former Beatle Ringo Starr at a special opening ceremony celebration. No word yet on whether or not she’ll carry any flaming torches, but anything is possible!

You can see Anahí and company kick off the festivities in London starting on July 27. And don’t be surprised if she’s proudly wearing her Mexican colors when she steps up to the stage!

Are you looking forward to the Summer Olympics? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Anahi, Celebrities, London, Non-Violence Project, Olympics, Ringo Starr, Sports, Yoko Ono

By Ikam Acosta

E! co-host Giuliana Rancic and husband Bill Rancic are having a baby. The couple is expecting their first child, due late summer via a gestational surrogate. Although Giuliana and Bill will not actually be birthing the little nugget, the child will be their genetic baby.

Giuliana commented,

"We are so thrilled that our prayers have been answered. We are absolutely ecstatic to be sharing this with everyone who has been following our journey."

Anyone who has been following Giuliana and Bill's reality shows on television know how hard the couple has worked to try and conceive a child. They have been through fertility treatments, a miscarriage, even a breast cancer diagnosis, only to be left with uncertainty and despair.

Giuliana added,

"We received an incredible amount of love and prayers from viewers around the world and we want to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of them for their love."

So far, Giuliana has undergone a successful double mastectomy, and hasn't had to succumb to any chemotherapy lately to treat her cancer, but she takes it one step at a time. She said,

"You do what the doctors tell you to do and it's going to be OK."

The couple will be renewing their marital vows this summer, in the wake of all that's been going on between the two. Bill announced they were planning to "really take life on and look at it in a new light."

Giuliana and Bill not only have their reality show going strong on their fifth season, Giuliana & Bill, but Giuliana is also starring on E! News and Fashion Police as well. They are also planning on hosting Eva Longoria's dating reality show called Ready For Love, scheduled later this year to debut on NBC.

Additionally, Bill apparently told the E! network earlier this year,

"2012 is going to be our year!"

There is no more word on what Giuliana and Bill have in store for the baby or if any names are in the works.

What do you think Giuliana and Bill should name their baby?

Tags Bill Rancic, Blogger: Ikam Acosta, Celebrities, Celebrity Couples, Eva Longoria, Giuliana Rancic

By Ikam Acosta

Colombian singing sensation Juanes will be hosting the 10th annual FedEx/St. Jude Angels & Stars Gala in Miami this year, along with his wife, Karen Martinez.

Other presenters at the event will include David Bisbal, Juan Luis Guerra, Daisy Fuentes, Giselle Blondet, Raúl González, and Blanca Soto. Tremendo line-up! St. Jude Hospital does not play around. They have been offering services to children with cancer and other terminal diseases, and working with celebrities to make their causes known worldwide. Please tune into their cause and let others know they can help. FedEx has been a St. Jude sponsor since 2002.

The May 19 event will honor Juan Luis Guerra for all his contributions helping the children of the Dominican Republic. Guerra also happens to be producing Juanes' upcoming MTV Unplugged album, and Juanes is a previous Angels & Stars Gala honoree.

Do you have any favorite celebrities that contribute to a charitable cause?

Tags Blanca Soto, Blogger: Ikam Acosta, Daisy Fuentes, David Bisbal, Giselle Blondet, Juan Luis Guerra, Juanes, Karen Martinez, Raul Gonzalez

By Ikam Acosta

It's no secret Demi Lovato has been in rehab for an eating disorder that spun out of control, but now she is coming clean about her drug use in the past. Besides contributing to her eating disorder, the bullying and loneliness Demi experienced caused her to turn to drugs.

Lovato first admitted,

"It's something I don't really want to talk about."

The star then volunteered more information about her dark past. Demi said,

"What I can say is that I was depressed. I would come off stage in front of 18,000 people and suddenly be alone in a hotel room. I'd come crashing down and would try to find a way to recreate that feeling, to stay 'up'."

Demi also shared how promoters always had drugs available to encourage her to appear at the clubs. She said,

"Promoters gave me drugs and alcohol in restaurants or clubs. They wanted me to come back so I would be seen there. They were basically kissing my ass. I thought they were my friends. I thought I was having fun. Being a celebrity can be dangerous. Nobody says 'no'. That's why so many end up overdosing and dying. It could definitely have happened to me."

Although pursuing treatment in rehab was not Demi's idea, the young starlet didn't exactly have any objections to going. She knew she had a problem she had to address. Demi recalls how she felt during a three-month stay in rehab,

"It was really, really hard and scary. I was homesick and lonely and several times I thought f*** it, I'm leaving. But my mum told me I would regret it. This was my only chance."

Demi is now a healthy size 10-12 and is embracing her naturally curvy Latina body. She admits it was "terrifying being heavier" after she had been unnaturally thin for such a long time. Luckily, she has also embraced better eating habits and is less obsessed about food and her weight.

Lovato explained,

"I don't deprive myself- I had a Kit Kat last night, but I don't eat s*** every day. I have a meal service that brings my food to my home so I don't have to think about being healthy."

Do you think promoters used drugs to lure Demi into the clubs?

Tags Blogger: Ikam Acosta, Celebrities, Chisme, Demi Lovato

By Michael Lopez

Notice a lot of “green” messaging popping up this past weekend? No it wasn’t St. Patrick’s Day Part II. Sunday actually marked the 42nd anniversary of Earth Day and celebs and eco-warriors alike united to celebrate la tierra.

As expected, Twitter was fluttering with hashtags about Mother Earth. Noted vegan Alicia Silverstone took the opportunity to post her favorite animal pictures. Britney Spears sent out a themed message too, though we weren’t sure if it was Tweeted in jest.

"Happy Earth Day! My kids love Rainforest Cafe, therefore let's support the rainforest!" she said.

Environmentally conscious actor Emilio Estevez made sure his voice was heard in the Twitterverse too, writing,

“Earth DAY? Really? What about Earth EVERY day? Celebrate our planet 24/7/365. Get your hands off the keyboard and into the dirt.”

“Happy Earth Day to everyone. Let's all learn to be more mindful of our impact on the planet that sustains us. #EarthDay,” came from Taylor Lautner’s Twitter account.

Edward James Olmos encouraged his Followers to join him for an Earth Day paddleboard race in Santa Monica, California. And Ke$ha kept things short and sweet, simply Tweeting, “Happy #earthday animals!!!”

Even Google got into the mix, transforming its letters into a colorful array of flowers. Of course what made the home page pic even more interesting was the fact that company exec Jennifer Hom actually grew the logo in her own backyard.

But of course the Earth Day activities weren’t just relegated to cyberspace. Around the world, thousands of environmentalists took a stand for the environment. In Budapest, thousands of activists took to the streets with their bicycles for a successful march.

In Tokyo, the message was skewed towards “No Nukes.” Tons of decorative citizens hit the streets in costumes and surgical masks to protest Japan’s nuclear power plants.

Half a world away in the California deserts, the message was the same. Coachella weekend two brought out tons of Earth Day fans and shout outs from the bands performing. The organizers even went so far as to build a 20-foot “dinosaur” out of tin cans, which they lovingly called Recyclosaurus Rex.

Celebs like Kristen Stewart, Emma Roberts and Joe Jonas were also spotted at Coachella this weekend, donning green bracelets and paraphernalia to celebrate Dia de la Tierra.

One other new Earth Day celeb worth mentioning is Oscar the monkey! His eco-friendly Chimpanzee movie made an impressive amount of cash this weekend, coming in fourth at the box office right behind The Hunger Games.

How did you celebrate Earth Day? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Alicia Silverstone, Blogger: Michael Lopez, Britney Spears, Celebrities, Chimpanzee, Coachella, Earth Day, Ecology, Edward James Olmos, Emilio Estevez, Google, Holidays, Hot Stuff, Ke$ha, Recyclosaurus Rex, Taylor Lautner

By Michael Lopez

Love him or hate him, you can’t deny that Luis Miguel is a very prolific singer. And amazingly, this year he will be releasing his 32nd studio album. Considering he’s been in the music business since 1982, that’s quite an accomplishment.

And when you’re hot, you’re hot! Luismi’s last record soared to the top of the Latin Album Charts (going quadruple platinum in Mexico) and helped nab him a bundle of cash from his most recent tour.

The latest record is still being heavily guarded, though we hear it will consist of all-new material. Judging from "El Sol's" musical history, we imagine it will stick to his trademark Latin pop sounds (though we’d be very excited to see him branch out into new territory).

So far, release dates are pointing to late fall. Interestingly, Miguel is still technically on tour promoting his last album (he’ll be in Spain for the remainder of the month). So if you happen to catch him live, keep your ears open for new material!

Are you looking forward to Luismi’s new album? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Celebrities, Luis Miguel, Música

By Ikam Acosta

Greg Ham, pianist from the Australian pop group Men At Work, was found dead in his home yesterday. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed, but police say no foul play is suspected.

Ham's body was found by two friends in his Australia home. When they went to his house to go look for him after they had contacted the artist and received no response, they found Greg's lifeless body, just 58 years old.

Greg Ham played the keyboard instruments for the band. He joined them in 1979, until they had some creative differences in the mid-80's. Men At Work broke up in 1986. Ham reunited with singer/guitarist Colin Hay for a series of tours as Men At Work.

Ham's usual instruments were the piano, organ, and synthesizer, but he had other talents as well. His most well-known performances in Men At Work were the saxophone solo in "Who Can It Be Now" and the flute in "Down Under."

After quitting the band, Ham had a role in Australian television series While You're Down, as well as a part in the film Pandemonium. He was also a music teacher in recent years.

What is your favorite Men At Work song?

Tags Blogger: Ikam Acosta, Celebrities, Celebrity Deaths, Colin Hay, Greg Ham, Música, Men At Work

By Michael Lopez

It looks to us like Demi Lovato is having one helluva South American vacation. Just a few short days after dealing with some “hair-raising” fans in Venezuela, the pop singer was spotted in Rio de Janeiro splashing around at a local beach.

Snapped in a tan two-piece, Demi was all smiles as she playfully frolicked in the ocean. Several sites remarked on her fuller figure, which is a good thing considering the eating disorder issues she had previously been battling.

But of course, her Brazilian excursion wasn’t all fun and games. Lovato was in town to perform a concert and to get some recognition for her Latin American record sales.

Before her Thursday concert, Demi was presented with a plaque for the success of her Unbroken album. She then took the stage at Citibank Hall and wowed the crowd with live renditions of “All Night Long,” “Skyscraper” and “Dynamite.”

Have you ever wanted to visit Brazil? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Brazil, Celebrities, Demi Lovato, Música, Unbroken