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By Michael Lopez

Taking a break from the NBA season, Atlanta Hawks star Al Horford whisked former Miss Universe, Amelia Vega, away to the Dominican Republic for a whirlwind Christmas wedding.

Held at the home of Amelia's famous uncle Juan Luis Guerra, the event featured close family, catered Dominican delicacies, and (of course) tons of great music from the Guerra household.

In the picture released to Fox News Latino, it’s clear that Vega was quite emotional when she said her "I do's." Interestingly, many in the media didn’t even know Amelia and Al were engaged. But witnesses at the ceremony told the press that both newlyweds were "glowing" throughout the night.

Unfortunately, the honeymoon may have to wait for these two. The Hawks are on their way to battle the Nets tonight in New Jersey and we get the feeling there will be a very happy Latina cheering on Atlanta in the stands.

Do you know anyone who got married on Christmas? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Al Horford, Amelia Vega, Atlanta Hawks, Blogger: Michael Lopez, Celebrity Couples, Chisme, Dominican Republic, Juan Luis Guerra, popnews, Weddings

By Michael Lopez

Ever wonder what happened to the first and only Dominican Miss Universe? Crowned back in 2003, Amelia Vega has been quite busy this past decade. She's modeled for magazines, hosted TV programs, and is now recording her first full-length album.

Entitled Agua Dulce, Amelia's record promises quite an eclectic mix of music. It's produced by frequent Ricky Martin collaborator Archie Peña, it's got a duet with merengue icon Johnny Ventura, and it's incorporating the backup band used by her very famous uncle.

Oh yea, in case you didn't know, Amelia happens to be the niece of bachata god Juan Luis Guerra. And, as Vega admitted, he was quite inspirational when it came to musical advice.

"It was an honor to share with him," Amelia said. "To listen to the anecdotes of someone so talented, about his beginnings, about how someone struggles to be someone in music, about the discipline to get where he is."

So could Vega continue her uncle's streak of winning dozens of awards and selling millions of records? We'll be keeping our eyes on Billboard's Latin Album Charts to find out!

Are you planning on picking up Amelia’s debut album? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Agua Dulce, Amelia Vega, Blogger: Michael Lopez, Hot Stuff, Juan Luis Guerra, Música, Miss Universe

By Sugey Palomares

Sofía Vergara definitely knows a thing or two about effortless beauty. The "Modern Family" actress has been named the new face of CoverGirl and will begin appearing on campaign ads in January 2012. The Colombian beauty joins the prestigious list of Latina CoverGirl's including former Miss Universe Amelia Vega, Dania Ramirez, and model Elsa Benitez.

Speaking about her new gig, Sofía recently told People en Español:

"Imagine, I am super thrilled. Since I can remember I have always wanted to be a CoverGirl. Since I was a little girl I have always loved playing with make-up, so I think this campaign is just perfect for me."

We think she was born for the role! Congrats!

Source: [People en Espanol]

Tags Amelia Vega, covergirl, CoverGirl Latinas, Dania Ramirez, Elsa Benitez, sofia vergara

The results are in for los Premios People En Español.  Ganadores in the various categories included Best Telenovela: 'Mañana es Para Siempre' y como Mejor Actriz, Edith González de 'Doña Bárbara' y Fernando Colunga como Mejor Actor en 'Mañana es Para Siempre.'  Mejor Cantante Pop went to Luis Fonsi, who also won awards for Best Album and Song of the Year.  Nailing Mejor Artista Tropical were bachateros Aventura, while Best Urban Artist went to Daddy Yankee.

We had our eyes peeled on the red carpet though, to see who had el mejor look de la noche.  Take a look at our faves below!

Lili Estefan looked good enough to eat (we think Raúl de Molina agreed!), as she showed off her famosas piernas con un vestido corto.

Miguel Varoni y Catherine Siachoque get definite props for being la pareja con más estilo de la noche.  Check out her super sexy heels!

We're digging the asymmetrical necklines on los vestidos de Dominican beauty Amelia Vega, news maven  Maria Elena Salinas and the age-defying Charytin.

Our eyes were drawn to these ladies who looked listas para las fiestas de navidad in their festive vestidos.  Canela Ferro parece un regalito with the oversized bow detail on her dress, 'Primer Impacto' host Bárbara Bermudo made un impacto in her dazzling silver dress, y actriz Colombiana Maritza Rodriguez rocked a classy true blue vestido with black lace detalles.

Get more Premios People En Español winner info, chisme, photos y más at peopleenespañol.com!  [People En Español]

Photos via Getty Images and People En Español

Tags Amelia Vega, Aventura, Barbara Bermudo, Candela Ferro, Catherine Siachoque, Charytin, Daddy Yankee, Edith Gonzalez, Fernando Colunga, Lili Estefan, Luis Fonsi, Mañana Es Para Siempre, Maria Elena Salinas, Maritza Rodriguez, Miguel Varoni, People En Espanol, photo, Photos, Raul De Molina