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By Larry Yepez Jr

The L.A. Ink finale was last night, but with something far more noteworthy than anything that took place on the show this season, in the final episode, there is precious 'vintage' footage of the well-known tattoo artist Kat Von D getting ready to ink a not-so-well-known Lady Gaga back in 2008.

You can tell right away that Mama Monster wasn't the ultimate superstar she is today from the conversation they have and the setting of the tattoo parlor. We see them enter some sort of garage where Kat Von D has everything set up for the tattoo session out of the trunk of a car. Obviously not the VIP setting that Gaga would get today!

A sexy Gaga arrives in some metallic blue spandex, which Kat loves,  and crouches over a chair for Kat to start inking her up with a design on her lower back as they start up a friendly conversation...

"I love your pants", Kat tells Gaga before asking her on whether she is working on anything "cool and interesting."

"I'm a singer and also a songwriter for other artists," Gaga tells Kat. "I worked with New Kids on the Block last night, it was rad."

Kat continues the ink design, which appears to be a cluster of entwined roses, on the singer's lower back.

They continue to discuss Kat's surprisingly long career in the tattoo industry.

"I've been doing this since I was 14 - 12 years," she tells Gaga, who was pleased with the finished inking.

"That looks great, I love it," she informs Kat. "It's really elegant," she says. 'The lines are perfect and the designs. Your tattoos are beautiful.'

The singer also makes small talk about her family in New York.

"I have an Italian family. They still live there.  I go home and have meatballs", says Gaga.

Little did these two artistic beauties know the powerhouse of superstar that was present in that tattoo garage! The last episode of Kat Von D's LA Ink aired  this Thursday.

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Tags Blogger: Larry Yepez Jr, Kat Von D, LA Ink, Lady Gaga

By Michael Lopez

Yes, Kat Von D. and Jesse James are a little eccentric. With their overflowing tattoos, rollercoaster love life, and TMI tweets, they've been known to stir up a lot of attention. But one area of expertise they may not get enough credit for is their business savvy. These two have earned millions with their trademarked brands and now they may be launching a new company together.

The rumors of a Kat and Jesse corporation got started on the series finale of her reality show, L.A. Ink. After a tumultuous life in the public eye, the two are now living on the outskirts of Texas. And, as Von D. put it, the time may be right for them to professionally join forces.

"I think the idea of sharing a tattoo shop with Jesse sounds awesome," she said. "I see Jesse working on stuff and it inspires me everyday. I think we would work really well together."

To be honest, both of their fields do seem to intertwine. James has been known to build some very colorful customized rides and Kat could easily offer body art to the customers while they wait in the garage. Von D. seems so keen on the idea, she's already got a name for the new biz.

"[I'm hoping to] call it Jesse Von Kat Tattoo and Motorcycle Emporium!" she said.

Do you a think Kat and Jesse should start a tattoo custom shop? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Celebrity Couples, Chisme, Jesse James, Kat Von D, LA Ink, Tattoos

By Michael Lopez

It looks like Kat Von D and Jesse James just can't get enough each other. After a rollercoaster romance and a broken engagement, the two are now "officially" back together and ready to take the plunge.

James confirmed the reconciliation to People on Friday,

"Sometimes you are only given one chance in life," he said. "It was up to me to open my eyes and see it. That girl is my chance. I will never stop fighting and striving to hold on to her. Showing her how special she is, and how much I love her."

Jesse even embraced a bit of Kat's Español side, posting a picture of her on his Twitter account with the words, "Para siempre."

And James' timing couldn't be better. Right now it looks like Von D may need a shoulder to cry on. On the same day that their rekindled romance was announced, TLC revealed that it was cancelling her show, L.A. Ink.

Do you think it's a mistake for Kat and Jesse to get back together? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Celebrity Couples, Chisme, Jesse James, Kat Von D, LA Ink

Gracing the Entertainment As A Second Language stage esta semana is none other than tattooed beauty, Kat Von D.  The L.A. Ink estrella talked to host Carlos Santos about her Argentine and Mexican roots, before concluding that she just simply considers herself Latina but, you know, "mixed up."

Hmm, wondering what exactly she means by that?  You'll have to tune-in to Entertainment As A Second Language with Carlos Santos to find out.  Y no te preocupes, we can assure you there'll be lots of tat talk as well as we ask la experta's opinion on some celebrity ink.  Don't miss the all-new episode, tomorrow night at 9pm EST, solo por MTV Tr3s!

Watch Kat talk about her Latina heritage in the sneak peek below.

Photo via FilmMagic

Tags Carlos Santos, Entertainment As A Secnod Language, ESL, Kat Von D, LA Ink, Tattoos, Tr3s shows

From designing walking canvases to draping windows?

Let's be real, Kat Von D would never drop her sharp inking skills, but she does admit to having a passion for interior design. The reality television star put her hobby to the test by redecorating her novio, Nikki Sixx's Funny Farm photography studio for L.A. Ink. Transforming the boneless bachelor pad into a rocker's oasis was only half the battle.

Kat spoke about her inspiration and Nikki's reaction on her blog:

Think antique bordello hooker lounge meets Dr. Kevorkian medical room and taxidermy-heaven, Bela Lugosi's creepy library Den!!! Nikki's reaction is pretty f**king priceless!

Hmm...hookers and books are the perfect contrast! Something tells us that she won't be making the pages of Martha Stewart's Magazine, which is just fine in these streets.

Photos via Getty Images

Tags Chisme, Kat Von D, LA Ink, Latin Music, MTV, Musica Latina, Tr3s, Tres

We know how tat artist Kat Von D gets down on "LA Ink." Hand her a pencil, needle, and ink, and she holds the artistic mastery capable of transforming you into a walking canvas, but the make-up line entrepreneur admits that there are still social stigmas about the inked expressions that shouldn't be covered-up.

The 26-year-old recently launched her exclusive Sephora cosmetic line, which includes tattoo concealer, lipstick, and an application set. Kat Von D's artistic passion for maquillaje is as permanent as her tats, and she admits to never leaving the house without her trademark red lipstick and fresh eyeshadow. When it comes to her bold look, the Mexican-born artist reveals that she still experiences discrimination on the streets of Los Angeles.

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Tags Chisme, Kat Von D, LA Ink, MTV, MTV TRes, Sephora, Tattoo, Tr3s

We witnessed Kat Von D go back to her roots on "LA Ink" by visiting her childhood home and the first tattoo shop she worked at, but the tat expert is also digging into her past by revealing her battle with alcoholism.

The 26-year-old has achieved more than most artists her age, but she has also experienced her dose of growing pains. Kat admits that she began drinking heavily after her divorce from first husband Oliver Peck, and continued on that destructive route until she met her longterm novio Nikki Sixx.

In regards to her addiction she states:

I found myself drinking in the daytime, and that's when I realised that it was for function versus fun. I was gaining weight. I was hung over all the time. I couldn't remember anything... One day I woke up and said, 'I don't wanna drink anymore'.

She also talks about how her novio helped her clean-up:

Meeting Nikki was an eye-opener. He helped restore my faith in general. I've taken an oath to be honest and open with my life.

Sounds like she has silenced her demons. With a successful career and supportive boyfriend, what does this chica have to be depressed about verdad? [Latina]

Photos via Kat Von D and Getty Images

Tags Chisme, Entertainment, Kat Von D, LA Ink, Latin Music, Latinas, Musica Latina, Tattoos

We all know tatted rebels Nikki Sixx and Kat Von D never hesitate to flaunt their caliente love connection...

Which is why the Motley Crue bassist recently spilled about his obsession with our favorite reality television star! The 49-year-old affirmed that age is nothing but a number when it comes to finding a life partner. We are sure plenty of viejitos are probably sharpin' up their game after Nixx shouted out, You're only as old as the girl.

Just like on the red carpet, the musician was not trying to keep his lip action to himself. He revealed to Latina:

When I [first] tried to kiss her she karate chopped me. She's a fiery one.

Imagine getting roughed-up by Kat. We are sure that kick left some bruises...especially with these devil red platform heels she is always rocking!

Photos via Getty Images

Tags Chisme, Gossip, Kat Von D, LA Ink, Musica Latina, Nikki Sixx

There is no doubt that walking canvas Kat Von D is hotter than her signature fire red lipstick! The reality television star will be spreading her sick tattoo creations for a new season of "LA Ink" premiering Oct. 9th, and preparing to launch a make-up line. Need to erase your crazy ex-partner's name from your arm? Kat will have your back with a tat concealer!

When she isn't busy building her Kat empire, this chica is catching her freaky novio, Mötley Crüe bassist Nikki Sixx on tour.

She recently opened up about her love for Nikki:

Nikki is such a rad boyfriend, this last month, he surprised me with an AMAZING camera to shoot photos! We've both gotten really into taking photos - although I am in no way close to being a "pro - photographer" in any way - taking pictures has been an amazing outlet for me.

We can only imagine what kind of photoshoots these two are working on! Thankfully, Kat isn't quitting her day job any time soon...

Photos via Getty Images and MySpace

Tags Kat Von D, LA Ink, Nixx, Rock, Tattoos