Blogamole › Rosie Perez

By Michael Lopez

In case you haven't noticed, the weather is getting a tad colder these days. And you know what that means...more excuses to spend a Saturday night in watching a P & P flick on Tr3s! This week, we decided to go down the rom com route with It Could Happen To You. A fun "What If?" farce about winning the lottery, we think it'll make a perfect fall date night flick.

Released back in 1994, It Could Happen To You (or ICHTY for short) wasn't necessarily a smash at the box office, but critics praised its good-nature vibes and positive spin on humanity. Because, let's face it, when you hear the scenario, it'll be hard to picture yourself doing what Nicolas Cage's character does.

So here's the lowdown. Nic's a blue collar New York City policeman who meets a nice waitress at a diner, but unfortunately doesn't have enough money to tip her. What he does instead, is leave a note saying he'll give her half the winnings of a $1 lotto ticket he just bought.

Now who in a million years would guess that the ticket would wind up being worth $4 million? Well that's exactly what happens and Cage follows through on his promise, giving his friendly food server $2 million bucks!

But here's the catch (and perhaps the funniest part of the movie), Nic's character has got a conniving money-grubbing wife who does not want to part with the cash. Rosie Perez nails her role as the ruthless Mrs. and provides plenty of comic relief in every one of her scenes.

And seeing how this is a rom com, you can bet that Nic sparks up a romance with the good-hearted waitress and now must turn his life upside down to be with her. Don't worry, it all works out in the end and leads to some great conversation points about love and generosity.

Lighthearted, fun, and full of laughs, we know you'll get a kick out of ICHTY. And trust us, by the time it's done you may find yourself hustling to the liquor store to grab a few Quick Picks.

What would you do if you won the lotto? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, It Could Happen To You, Lottery, Movies & CineMás, Nicolas Cage, Pelis and Popcorn, Rom Coms, Rosie Perez

By Michael Lopez

Never underestimate the power of the prom. Everyone from college freshmen to elderly grandparents have fond memories of the famous high school dance (they even made a movie about it). And now a few grown up celebs are suiting up to relive the experience, thanks to Rosie Perez.

Believe it or not, Rosie actually never attended her high school prom. So, she decided to round up a few famous faces and throw her own "adult dance" at the Edison Ballroom in New York City. Not only that, she's adding a charitable touch, by donating profits from the night to the Urban Arts Partnership.

"I was asked to go, but we couldn't afford it," Rosie told The New York Daily News. "So we just went to the after-party. This will be my first official prom. I'm excited!"

And looking at the guest list, it's easy to see why. Stars like Jesse Eisenberg, America Ferrera, Alan Cumming, and The Hangover’s Justin Bartha are all expected to attend.

Would you ever go to a "grown up prom?" Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Alan Cumming, America Ferrera, Celebrities, Jesse Eisenberg, Justin Bartha, Prom, Rosie Perez, Urban Arts Partnership

By Vanessa Beatriz Soto

The stars came out at Cielo Latino last night. Luminaries of the Latin-American community gathered at the stunning Cipriani Wall Street ballroom to support the Latino Commission’s ongoing efforts to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS.

Stars and supporters were welcomed by gracious hosts, including Latino Commmission President Guillermo Chacon, and co-chairs Ruben Gutierrez and Lark-Marie Anton-Menchini. The theme of the evening was “Unmask AIDS,” inspired by the tradition and spirit of Carnival in the Latino Culture, and the ballroom was festooned with feathered masks and beads. The message was clear, both in the many touching speeches and in the welcoming statement from the benefit committee co-chairs in the evening’s program:

“We believe that the best way to eliminate stigma is to be open and honest with family and friends about preventing HIV/AIDS… Carnival is celebrated throughout the world and is especially popular in the Caribbean and South America among diverse Latino and African cultures… It is this diversity of people and health issues that we want you to think about as we celebrate the personal achievements and contributions of the people and companies we honor tonight.”

Familiar faces at the party included Miss Universe Dayana Mendoza and Wilson Cruz, who had a great time raffling off two  plane tickets We also ran into actors Steve Guttenberg and Rosie Perez, who dropped by to support the cause and pose for snapshots with fans.

The evening began with cocktails and a silent auction, to the soundtrack provided by DJ Henry Knowles. After walking the red carpet, guests checked out the fabulous prizes on display, donated by event sponsors and supporters, including MTV, Goya, Macy’s, The New York Knicks, the Giants football team, NBC Telemundo, Latino Commission advertising partner and agency Sudler & Hennessey, the Yankees, the Rangers, Disney World, and Rums of Puerto Rico.

Lots ranged from decadent gift baskets of beauty products and spirits, dinners at Cipriani’s and Palo Santo, fine jewelry, spa packages and even priceless memorabilia and experiences.

MTV Tr3s donated a signed photo by Paulina Rubio, Dave Navarro, 50 Cent, Tommy Lee and REIK, while one lucky winner picked up a dinner with Miss Universe 2008 Dayana Mendoza. Bellini cocktails flowed and the crowd, including many celebrity presenters, placed written bids on auction items.

The role of Master of Ceremonies was filled by Tom Llamas, Emmy Award-winning reporter, and host of WNBC’s News 4 New York.  In one of the most touching moments of the evening, Ruben Medina, chair of the board of the Latino Commission on AIDS, presented a posthumous Pioneer Award honor to the widow and daughter of Jose Morales, the dedicated community organizer and health administrator who dedicated his life to social justice and public health.

Lupe Ontiveros and Yancey Arias presented the Companero Award to CNN anchor, Anderson Cooper for his hour-long special “Hope Survives: 30 Years of AIDS.”  Although the journalist could not attend, he did send an emotional video thank you to the Commission and sponsors.

Finally TV star and Ugly Betty’s dad, Tony Plana, presented the Business Leadership Award to Gilead Sciences, the pioneering biopharmaceuticals firm whose products aim to increase the quality of life of patients with HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses.

If you’d like to donate or participate, please visit LatinoAIDS.org to find out how you can take part in the fight against HIV/AIDS in our community!

Tags Agentes De Cambio, AIDS, Anderson Cooper, Cielo Latino, Dayana Mendoza, lupe antiveros, Rosie Perez, Tony Plana, Wilson Cruz

By Bashira Webb

Latinobaseball.com, an amazing site that focuses on the achievements of Latino baseball players (past and present), will award 40 outstanding Hispanic students during the 22nd Annual Hispanic Achievement Awards on May 30.

They ceremony will take place at Yankee Stadium. Dominicano Robinson Cano, who plays for the Yankees, will receive recognition for his commitment to the advancement of Latino youth. He'll receive the “Player Citizen of The Year” award before he suits up to play the Cleveland Indians.

The students who are being rewarded will be able to watch the game for the VIP suite and hang out with some of the players.

R.Paniagua, Inc. has honored top Latino students with the Hispanic achievement award for over two decades. Each year, the principals and superintendents of the New York City public school system select standout students who excelled in all areas of academic performance. Many Hispanic leaders have been involved since the beginning, such as Rosie Perez. The program has also received support from government officials such as Mayor Michael Bloomberg.

For more information, log on at LatinoBaseball.com or rpaniagua.com/hispanicheritage.html.

Do you know a Latino youth who deserves recognition? Share your story in the comments or @MTV3!

Tags 22nd Annual Hispanic achievement ceremony, Agentes De Cambio, Baseball, LatinoBaseball.com, Robinson Cano, Rosie Perez

By Sugey Palomares

The stars were out in full force at the 15th Annual Cielo Latino benefit gala on Tuesday (May 11) in NYC!

Celebrities including “In The Heights” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, Miss Universe 2009 Stefania Fernández, Dayana Mendoza, Rosie Perez, Michael Jackson’s “This Is It” director Kenny Ortega, and so many more walked the red carpet.

This wasn't just an excuse for celebs to mingle with Latino elite — it was an opportunity to publicly support Latino Commission on AIDS, the largest annual fundraiser dedicated to raising funds for HIV/AIDS awareness in Latino communities.

(View all our photos from the red carpet in our Cielo Latino gallery)

Get all of the gala gossip, including exclusive interviews with your favorite estrellas and more, after the jump! Read more...

Tags Agentes De Cambio, Cielo Latino 2010, event, In the Heights, Kenny Ortega, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Photos, recap, Rosie Perez, Soledad O’Brien

The premiere for Michael Jackson documentary 'This Is It' went down in Los Angeles Tuesday night and was chock full of our favorite red-carpet ready Latinos! The roster included Jennifer Lopez, Roselyn Sanchez, Mario Lopez, Rosie Perez, and even former MTV VJ, Daisy Fuentes. Will Smith and Katy Perry also attended, as well as Paris Hilton and Paula Abdul. 'This Is It' hit theaters yesterday and will run for two and weeks.  The film follows Jackson during the concert rehearsals leading up to his untimely death.

Photos via Getty Images

Tags Daisy Fuentes, documentary, Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry, Los-Angeles, Mario Lopez, michael jackson, Paris Hilton, Paula Abdul, Premiere, Red Carpet, Roselyn Sanchez, Rosie Perez, This Is It, Will Smith

Jennifer Lopez and Rosie Perez have reportedly let their claws out in the battle for who gets the rights to do a movie about Latina U.S. Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor.

Although las dos actrices boricuas have been friends in the past, both are very eager to make a film about the inspiring Latina judge.  La amistad has been put on the backburner in the race to be the first star to secure the rights to the biopic.

According to a source quoted in the National Enquirer:

Rosie resents Jennifer going after the project because she says she would have wanted to make the movie whether Sotomayor was confirmed or not. (Lopez) hosted a dinner party for Justice Sotomayor right after her confirmation. It was to butter her up because Lopez thinks a film about her life story would be huge. Considering this is Hollywood, before its over, there may be two film versions of Sonia Sotomayor’s life.

Hmm, we're a little disappointed about all this fighting!  We know Rosie Perez has been dying to take on the role, pero somehow we just don't think that a movie star batalla is the right way to celebrate the success of una poderosa e inspiradora Latina.

Bueno -- who do you think would make a better Sonia?  JLo or Rosie?  Leave a comment with your vote! [PopCrunch]

Photos via Getty Images

Tags J.LO, Jennifer Lopez, Rosie Perez, Sonia Sotomayor, supreme court justice, US Supreme Court

Rosie Perez to be the next Sonia Sotomayor?

Word is that the "White Men Can't Jump" star is willing to play the famous Latina Supreme Court nominated judge if a biopic ends up being confirmed. According to the Daily News, Rosie will have to battle it out with other Latina actresses that have been considered for the role including, Jennifer Lopez, Eva Mendes, and Sara Ramirez.

Rosie recently spoke to The Daily News about the role:

There needs to be a fearlessness in approaching that role. That's who she is. Balancing the human being versus the judge is the biggest challenge that would face me personally, but I also think that to play her, you have to dive in and discover her true spirit. Otherwise, don't even f-ing go there. Don't even f-ing try it.

Now that's true passion for the movie! Who do you think should be picked to play Sonia? [The Daily News]

Photos via Google Images

Tags Chisme, Gossip, Latin Music, MTV, Musica Latina, Rosie Perez, Sonia Sotomayor, Tr3s, Tres

What do all of these stars have in common?

They all supported the Latino Commisson on AIDS during the 14th Annual Cielo Latino Gala on Tuesday night at Cipriani Wall Street in NYC. The organization Cielo Latino continues to be the largest Annual National fundraiser for the Latino community against HIV. It's no coincidence that the non-profit exists since the fastest growing ethnic group in the U.S., Latinos constitute 14% of the U.S. population but account for over 20% of the AIDS cases.

This year's gala garnered the support of the likes of Wilmer Valderrama,  Lupe Ontiveros, Dayana Mendoza, Rosie Perez, Cucu Diamantes, Carmen Dominicci, and our very own Carlos Santos. Without a doubt we were there to catch all the acción and chat it up with Wilmer himself! Find out what he exclusively told MTV Tr3s and more gala gossip after the jump! Read more...

Tags "Days of Wrath", Carlos Santos and Carmen Dominicci, Cielo Latino, Cipriani Wall Street, Cucu Diamantes, Dayana Mendoza, Lupe Ontiveros, politico, Rosie Perez, the Latino Commission on AIDS, Wilmer Valderrama

Guess who's coming to primetime? Yup, Lipstick Jungle is coming back this Fall with a new shade of brown. Sources reveal that Rosie Pérez and Puerto Rican heartthrob Carlos Ponce are coming to NBC’s Lipstick Jungle for multi-episode arcs in the new season, which premieres Sept. 24.

Executive producer Oliver Goldstick confirmed the news and revealed inside details on their roles. Carlos Ponce (who apparently beat out Mario Lopez for the role!) is set to play Rodrigo, a potential love interest for Lindsay Price's character, Victory Ford, while Rosie Pérez will be playing Dalia, Victory's passionate new publicist.

And who can we credit for this diversity inclusion? Goldstick claims his inspiration for the role was none other than Salma Hayek, whom he worked with on Ugly Betty.

To Salma, nothing’s unreachable and no one’s untouchable. That’s what I love about her, that can-do approach to everything, and I thought that was a great character to introduce to the show.

Salma is always taking one for the team. We love diversity on la tele! Besides we miss Rosie! It's been a minute since the days of It Could Happen To You and White Men Can't Jump. This role sounds like it will be good for her, even if it is on the smaller screen. Qué piensas tú? [E! Online]

Photo via E!

Tags Carlos Ponce, Lipstick Jungle, Mario Lopez, Rosie Perez