NEW GIGS: Idris Elba Set To Play Nelson Mandela In New Biopic Rachel Crow Nabs Nickelodeon Deal!

Idris Elba just made the announcement he will indeed be playing political icon Nelson Mandela in a brand new biopic shooting this summer.  Deets on the British imports' newest gig, plus X Factor finalist Rachel Crow gets the last laugh...

Idris revealed in a recent interview with HipHollywood.com:

"My big project this year, I'm gonna go play Nelson Mandela in Long Walk To Freedom, which is his official book. That's where my head is geared to this summer."

Long Walk to Freedom is autobiographical work written by Nelson Mandela himself, which highlights his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison.

This new film is in addition to a 6-part TV miniseries in development titled Madiba, on the life of Nelson Mandela, which Idris is also set to star in.

There's still no press release or official confirmation from a studio, but at least we know both the movie and mini series are happening.  You feelin' Big Driis as Mandela?

 

And remember 14-year-old "X Factor" finalist Rachel Crow?

Well Nickelodeon just signed the singing sensation to an overall talent deal. As part of the new pact, Nick is developing a comedy series for Rachel.  And additionally, she's now signed to Columbia Records.

 

“It’s such an honor to be signed to Columbia Records.  To think that I am signed to the same label as my idols is a dream come true. I can’t wait to get in the studio and start making music. And I am so excited to now be a part of the Nickelodeon family. I grew up watching Nick, and I’m a huge fan.”

In addition to plans for her to star in a new pilot for Nick, Crow is slated to appear in a recurring role in Nickelodeon’s new comedy series FRED: THE SHOW appearing opposite Lucas Cruikshank. Crow will play Starr, an imaginative, confident but awkward teenager.

Congrats!

 

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Donald Trump Confirms He?s Considering Run For President

Reality star and business man Donald Trump has confirmed the rumors – he IS considering a run for President of the United States! The ‘Apprentice’ star shared: “I am seriously considering running. I hate what’s happening to our country. Our … Continue reading

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Nikki Reed & Paul McDonald's Smell-y Night Out

Making the most of a late evening out, Nikki Reed was spotted leaving The Smell nightclub last night (February 21).

Joined by her husband Paul McDonald, the ?Twilight Saga: New Moon? actress was all smiles as she carried some musical equipment out to her car.

During her recent time at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week, Nikki confessed that she has one non-negotiable style guideline to which she always holds true.

?One fashion rule [I abide by], I guess, is to try to stay comfortable in what you wear ? no matter what the article of clothing is.?

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Hayden Panettiere and Wladimir Klitschko Split

Even though we just saw them happily posing for pictures a couple of weeks ago, Hayden Panettiere and her boxer boyfriend Wladimier Klitschko have officially ended their 18-month romance. Hayden & Wladimier confirmed the news in a statement, obtained by … Continue reading

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Sarah Palin And Donald Trump Go For Dinner

Well here’s an interesting couple!  Sarah Palin and Donald Trump were photographed going out for dinner in Manhattan today after they met in Trump?s New York apartment. Sarah Palin is currently on her ?One Nation? bus tour and she and … Continue reading

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NEW MUSIC: Ester Dean & Nicki Minaj's "Gimmie Money", Nicki Pops Up In VOGUE

Singer/Songwriter/Producer Ester Dean created another dance track and this time put Nicki Minaj on the verses for the second time.  Check out their "Gimmie Money" collabo inside...

24-year-old Oklahoma native Ester Dean is teaming up with Nicki Minaj again after she created her hit "Super Bass" track.  On the Caribbean laced "Gimmie Money," the twosome is letting fellas know they can provide for themselves, so they'd rather have their time than their money. 

Ester is strongly considering releasing the track as an official single, based off her tweet asking fans to get #GimmieMoney trending if they want it as a single.  Check the track below:

 

 

In her new VOGUE feature, which appears in the upcoming March issue focused on "showing her true colors," she admits to previously spending $50,000 a month on designer shoes and bags.

“Giuseppe, Versace, YSL, and Fendi shoes,” she reveals. “I bought tons of Vuitton bags. When you’re a young girl from Queens, you’re going to stock up on those bags.”

She also spoke about how she wants to influence young girls properly. “The Nicki Minaj girl is a fun, artsy girl who can become a fierce force to be reckoned with on Wall Street!” she explains. “They hang on my every word, so I tell them, go to school, be ambitious. The worst position is to be financially dependent on the man.”

Nicki's blue-skinned shoot was shot by famed photographer Steven Klein.

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Constance Marie?s Blog: Supporting My Stuntwoman

In her latest blog, the actress's daughter is testing her body's limits at the playground - but Marie is always there to catch her when she falls.

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Adele Flips The Bird At The Brit Awards!

Adele has had quite the year, and her winning streak continued tonight at The Brit Awards as she took home the award for Best Female Artist and Album of the Year. Unfortunately, in the middle of Adele?s acceptance speech for … Continue reading

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