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She's going out with a bang!!

Producers for Oprah's final shows are pulling out all the stops by having a star-studded farewell to our favorite television queen!

Some of the celebs that are lined up to appear on her show are Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson, Rosie O, Will Smith, Jada Pinkett, Beyonce, Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Aniston, Madonna, Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, Halle Berry, Rascal Flatts, Dakota Fanning, and of course, O's pal, John Travolta!

This is going to be HUGE!!

Two of the final three shows will be filmed at Chicago's United Center where 20,000 very lucky fans will be in attendance to say their goodbyes to Mz. Winfrey. Tickets are in such high demand, some have been sold for $1,400!!!

Crazy!!!

The final three shows will air May 23, 24, and 25.

Get them Moscow Mules ready!

Hmm. Wonder why she felt the need to clarify this point now.

When Alicia Keys first started seeing her now husband Swizz Beatz, there was speculation that she had gotten involved with him BEFORE he had officially left his wife. Alicia has remained mum on these allegations for a long time, but in a recent interview, she finally admitted that she was never the "homewrecker" people painted her out to be. She explained:

"We didn't start seeing each other until months after they had separated. I was aware of all the false things that were being said about me it definitely hurt."

People talk. The most important thing is that you didn't let the gossip keep you two from creating a life together - or the tirades from his ex-wife, who fueled the gossip fires by telling people Alicia had "destroyed" her family. Of her husband's ex, Alicia said:

"I was sure that if I engaged it would become back-and-forth like some sick entertainment, which goes against everything I believe and would have made things worse."

Very class move. We respect that a lot.

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Alicia Keys is doing a few things to celebrate the decade since Songs In A Minor, like a special edition re-release of it, and a cool, one night only show!

The show is called Piano & I: A One Night Only Event With Alicia Keys, and during it's she'll be performing Minor in its entirety, plus other hits and singles throughout the decade!

Here's what the singer had to say about it:

"I can't think of a better way to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Songs In A Minor, than by holding a special, intimate concert for my fans," said Keys. "Performing is the most extraordinary way for an artist to connect with their fans, and I'm thrilled to put on a great show at the Beacon Theatre to help thank everyone who has supported me throughout the years."

You're right, Alicia, it does sound like a fab way to entertain some of your closes fans! Those lucky enough to get in, of course!

The show will be at the Beacon Theatre on June 30th, in NYC! You can get tickets here.

Alicia, we hope the next decade is even better!

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Fab!

We love Alicia Keys, and what better way to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Songs In A Minor than a deluxe 10th anniversary edition??

We can't think of one, that's for sure!

Here's what's on it:

The Deluxe two-disc and Collector’s Edition three-disc sets, due June 28, will boast special packaging and a beefed up booklet featuring new liner notes. Unheard tunes that didn’t make the original tracklisting will be featured on the new releases, including “A Woman’s Worth (Remix)” featuring Nas, the mixtape version of “Juiciest,” the previously unreleased “Typewriter,” and more.

Additionally, the Collector’s Edition will feature a documentary created for the commemorative release. The film explores the making of the album as well as interviews with Keys and those who worked on the Grammy-winning record.

Uh, sign us up! We can't wait for that!

Alicia had some things to say about it too:

“It’s incredibly surreal for me to be celebrating the 10th anniversary of songs in A minor. Looking back on the journey, I’m truly moved by my fans and friends who’ve been with me and have supported me throughout my career. This album is possibly the most precious to me, as your first album only happens once, and so songs in A minor will always hold a special place in my life that’s filled with amazing memories.”

We can't tell you how ingrained this album is in our heads! We could never forget it, that's for sure!

Alicia, we're super glad you've had a successful career! It's time to make the next decade just as good! Hope everything is well!

Will U be picking up this new edition??

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Wow! Finally!

We never thought that this would see the light of day!

Although it was filmed over a year ago and seemingly shelved, it appears that the world will finally get to see the music video for Alicia Keys and Beyoncé's Put It In A Love Song!

Check out a teaser for the upcoming clip (above)!

We have to admit - by the looks of it, this is going to be well-worth the wait!

Let's see it, ladies!

Thoughts??

OMG, we're SO excited for this!!

It's been 2 long years since Jennifer Hudson's self-titled debut album so we hope her sophomore release I Remember Me dropping on March 22 will be worth the wait.

It seems so close, yet so far away! Luckily, her new single Where You At will hit the airwaves on the radio on January 24th.

If you're dying to hear it and still can't wait, then check out a 30-second snippet right here!

This all-star produced album features collaborators like Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz, R. Kelly, Rich Harrison, Ne-Yo, and Stargate.

Jennifer reflects on her album, saying:

“I’m excited about this album because it’s almost like a renewal for me, reflected through the chapters of my life. I’ve called it ‘I Remember Me’ because of the journey I’ve been on. I’ve learned that life constantly surprises you, no matter your plans. My fans have been so loyal, I feel like they have been on this journey with me and I can’t wait for them to hear the new album.”

We can't wait either, bb!

What about U?

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The 2011 Brit Awards were just announced and there is some stiff competition this year!

Here are the nominees:

British Male Solo Artist
Mark Ronson
Paul Weller
Plan B
Robert Plant
Tinie Tempah

British Female Solo Artist
Cheryl Cole
Ellie Goulding
Laura Marling
Paloma Faith
Rumer

British Breakthrough Act
Ellie Goulding
Mumford & Sons
Rumer
Tinie Tempah
The xx

British Group
Biffy Clyro
Gorillaz
Mumford & Sons
Take That
The xx

British Single
Alexandra Burke ft Pitbull - All Night Long
Cheryl Cole - Parachute
Florence & The Machine - You've Got The Love
Matt Cardle - When We Collide
Olly Murs - Please Don't Let Me Go
Plan B - She Said
Scouting for Girls - This Ain't A Love Song
Taio Cruz - Dynamite
Tinie Tempah - Pass Out
The Wanted - All Time Low

Mastercard British Album of the Year
Mumford & Sons - Sigh No More
Plan B - The Defamation of Strickland Banks
Take That - Progress
Tinie Tempah - Disc-Overy
The xx - XX

International Male Solo Artist
Bruce Springsteen
Cee Lo Green
David Guetta
Eminem
Kanye West

International Female Solo Artist
Alicia Keys
Katy Perry
Kylie Minogue
Rihanna
Robyn

International Breakthrough Act
Bruno Mars
Glee Cast
Justin Bieber
The National
The Temper Trap

International Group
Arcade Fire
Black Eyed Peas
Kings of Leon
The Script
Vampire Weekend

CLICK HERE for the rest of the nominees!

The Brit Awards will be hosted James Corden at the O2 Arena on February 15th.

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What an unexpected - but AMAZING - collaboration!

Check out Florence Welch of Florence + Machine KILLING IT while performing Alicia Keys' part on Drake's song, Fireworks, during the rapper's concert at the Hammersmith Apollo in London last night (above)!

Oh man! Her voice really is like no one else's!

And we LOVE the way it sounds on the track!

More, please!

Thoughts??