Britney Spears as maid of honor

Even Britney Spears pulls bridesmaid duty! Britney Spears was in rare maid-of-honor form this weekend at the wedding of her assisant, Brett Miller, to his partner, actor Frank Lionetti. Here are details...but why did Britney skip most of the wedding festivities?
Britney Spears flew into Miami Thursday for the Saturday wedding of her assistant and close friend, Brett Miller. The ceremony between Miller and Frank Lionetti took place at The Spanish Monastery in North Miami Beach, with Britney and her boyfriend Jason Trawick receiving a lot of the audience's attention.

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Where Are They Now? Disney Stars

Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears & Hilary Duff are a few young stars who got career help from the Mouse House. See how their careers changed after leaving Disney.

Don't fret for Miley Cyrus. Though Disney has pulled the plug on "Hannah Montana," the studio's child stars often grow into successful adult entertainers. Witness an Oscar-nominated actor and the last decade's top-selling female recording artist. Here's what's up with 20 ex-Disney stars. As for Cyrus, she's filming her next movie. 
Zac Efron

Then: Efron headlined the "High School Musical" series, as captain of a team and love interest to another Disney star. Sang and danced in videos like "Now or Never."
Now: After hit films in which he switched bodies with Matthew Perry and played opposite John Travolta in drag, Efron is a movie star.
 Lindsay Lohan

Then: At 12, Lohan found fame as freckle-faced star of a hit Disney film, a remake of this pic. As an adult, the actress has struggled with sobriety and the law .
Now: Out of rehab, Lohan moved next door to her ex-girlfriend. She was rejected as a potential contestant on a reality TV show, but at least her side project is growing.
Britney Spears

Then: A Disney show launched Spears' career, which skyrocketed with "... Baby One More Time." She dated a Disney co-star. See the couple in all-denim formalwear.
Now: Wed twice, Spears is mom to two boys and allegedly dating a non-entertainer. After tons of hit videos, she has a new tune out.
Justin Timberlake

Then: Along with two other future pop superstars, Timberlake appeared on a '90s Disney show. Then he joined a famous boy band.
Now: Said bye bye bye to adolescence by bringing sexy back, partly thanks to an older ex-girlfriend and roles in major movies, including a current Oscar threat.
 Christina Aguilera

Then: Xtina appeared on "The New Mickey Mouse Club" and lent her singing pipes to an animated Disney movie, as in this song.
Now:"Genie in a Bottle" launched Aguilera's solo career, which continues with a recent Cher movie. After one child together, the singer and her husband just split.
 Vanessa Hudgens

Then: You know her from "High School Musical," but Hudgens was also on a Disney show starring twins. And was (is?) in a high-profile romance with what's-his-name.
Now: Hudgens' music career has produced modest hits, and in 2010 she joined the L.A. production of an iconic Broadway show. Her next film is a subterranean sequel.
Raven-Symoné

Then: She'll always be a "Cosby Show" cutie to us, but Raven-Symoné found solo fame in a 2003 Disney movie and then on her self-titled Disney sitcom.
Now: Started the new year looking slimmer! Though she talked openly about her weave in a documentary, she's sensitive about this body part. New sitcom coming.
Lisa Whelchel

Then: Before playing the mean rich girl on a prep-school-set '80s sitcom, Whelchel co-starred on a 1970s rival of a classic Disney show.
Now: Author of religion and parenting books, Whelchel advocates a controversial discipline technique. As for acting, she's appeared on a reunion show.
Annette Funicello

Then: The original Disney TV star ("M-I-C..."), Funicello is an icon of baby boomers, who watched her grow up in beach-blanket movies with another '60s heartthrob.
Now: Funicello has long been diagnosed with this disease, which inspired her namesake research fund. In other ventures, she started a stuffed-animal company.
Demi Lovato

Then: Lovato found fame in Disney TV movies about a music camp, co-starring a real-life band of brothers. She'd previously been a purple dinosaur's sidekick.
Now: Though her career thrives (she just won an award for a TV drama, and an A-list producer is keen to collaborate), Lovato is undergoing treatment.
Ashley Tisdale

Then: Tisdale's "High School Musical" character has dough; her Disney hotel comedy character keeps things sweet. Off camera, she launched a music career.
Now: She stars on a TV series about cheerleading and is returning to Disney Channel for a new movie about a certain rich girl. Yes, she's fessed up to plastic surgery.
Selena Gomez

Then: Gomez conjured an acting career on a magical Disney show and spin-off movie. With her band, she records for Disney's record label. Here's "Naturally."
Now: She's supposedly dating a younger man, namely the top teen idol. Find photos of them. Professionally, her fashion line and a rom-com are on deck for 2011.
Shia LaBeouf

Then: Everyone knows LaBeouf from the Disney movie "Holes," but kids of the early '00s were already fans from his TV series for the Mouse House, seen in these clips.
Now: LaBeouf has played an archaeologist's son, a tycoon's protégé and a man among warring robots. A 2008 accident seriously injured a key body part.
Ryan Gosling

Then: While on "MMC," Gosling was far from his native country, so he ended up living with another cast member's family. Here they are in a Boyz II Men number.
Now: One of his generation's top actors, Gosling has scored one Oscar nomination and is generating buzz for his current film. Next up: playing Steve Carell's wingman.
Nick Jonas

Then: With brothers Joe and the other one, Nick starred on the Disney show "Jonas L.A." and in the "Camp Rock" flicks. But his real passion, and claim to fame, is the family band.
Now: Without his bros, Jonas fronts the Administration, so named because he'd love this job. Here's "Who I Am." Buzz: He'll record a joint album with a female Disneyite.
Emily Osment

Then: Yup, older bro is this ex-child star. Osment established herself as sidekick to a popular Disney character and by starring in, honest, a kids' film about kidnapping.
Now: According to Disney-star tradition, Osment has just released an album, with the single "Let's Be Friends." Caused a scandal when racy pics with Miley Cyrus leaked.
Kyle Massey

Then: You know him as Cory Baxter, the little brother on "That's So Raven" who spun off his own series, set in the White House.
Now: Massey was first runner-up, but the most charismatic, on fall's "DWTS" season. He has a new Disney series, though you won't see him on it.
Keri Russell

Then: Russell found fame on "Felicity" , but it wasn't her first TV gig. The mop-top was a "Mickey Mouse Club" kid with another future actor.
Now: After dating a less-famous ex-Mouseketeer, Russell married non-actor Shane Deary, with whom she has a kid. Her 2010 TV comedydied quickly.
Hilary Duff

Then: Shot to fame as Lizzie McGuire, protagonist of the Disney show of the same name who often appeared in cartoon form. And also in this movie.
Now: Branching out with pop songs isn't enough; Duff has designed a fashion line for a major label. The starlet married a professional athlete last summer.
J.C. Chasez

Then: Chasez met his future boy-band mate in a Disney TV gang. His solo career took a hit after another star's wardrobe malfunction. His initials stand for ...
Now: Since his 2004 solo album, Chasez has concentrated his career on reality TV judging and songwriting for other stars.

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2011 New Music Guide

Hot New Albums of 2011

26 albums we can not wait to pick up.

Having rung out the old, music fans are looking ahead to fresh music from their favorite artists. Given the predictably unpredictable release schedules of some A-listers, consider this a first look at the sounds of music in 2011, with surprises and disappointments yet to appear. Music journalist Jonathan Zwickel brings us this preview of the full-length sets slated to drop in the months ahead.

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Young Moguls

Find out how much Miley is worth, along with other savvy stars who are 30 & under.

Whether they’re computer whiz kids, top pop stars, or highly paid pro athletes—these famous names have built, or are in the process of building, their own empires. Check out some of the world’s youngest moguls, age 30 and younger.

Miley Cyrus
Age: 18

Miley has her famous dad to thank for getting her acting lessons, and her alter ego for launching her name and image into the stratosphere.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen
Age: 24

These talented twins made their first million while they were still in diapers thanks to a popular TV series. They produced a video series and sold products leveraging their image.

Raven-Symone
Age: 25

It always helps to catch the eye of a famous comedian. In the spotlight since age two, Raven is worth millions, thanks to her hit series, music and more.

Mark Zuckerberg
Age: 26

If you haven’t heard his name, you’ve probably heard about a tiny little web site he created. He’s definitely someone you want on your friend list

Jessica Simpson
Age: 30

While she’s always been known for her music, it was a reality show that brought her personality into millions of homes. Now, she’s a full-fledged brand with a line of beauty products and so much more. Recently engaged to a new man, she seems to have it all.

Hilary Duff
Age: 23

This former Disney darling is creating a brand all her own that includes perfume, a line of jeans and more. All this while juggling a new husband, singing and an acting career.

Blake Ross
Age: 25

It’s hard to believe he was just 19 when the game-changing internet browser he developed with Dave Hyatt hit the Web.

Beyoncé Knowles
Age: 29

When she first appeared on the scene with this trio, she was only 17. In twelve short years, she’s made herself into a worldwide brand. She recently topped this list as the top-earning entertainment mogul under 30.

Britney Spears
Age: 29

Through the good press and the bad, Britney continues to fascinate, titillate and build an empire. Spears got her start on a popular kid’s show, where she met an equally famous future ex-boyfriend.

Roger Federer
Age: 29

This 29-year-old Swiss pro tennis player keeps breaking records, and he won’t be breaking the bank anytime soon. His endorsement deals and new clothing line are ensuring his staying power.

Taylor Swift
Age: 21

This Grammy Award-winning country star is rising above the Kanye incident, and using her power for good. She was the most-played artist on the radio in 2009, and with a new clothing line and a new album, her future looks rosy.

The Jonas Brothers
Ages: Kevin, 23; Joe, 21; Nick, 18

Their net worth isn’t the only reason their neighborhood was recently in the news. These famous brothers keep it all in the family by profiting from their TV show(s), music and world tours, plus the sale of merchandise related to their image.


Paris Hilton
Age: 29

In between sex tapes, a hit reality show and more boyfriends than we can count, socialite heiress Paris Hilton has been designing handbags, clothing and building her brand.


Andrew Mason
Age: 30

You may not know his name, but you probably know the deal-a-day web site he created. With a recent offer to buy him out, Andrew’s internet mogul status is assured.

Daniel Radcliffe
Age: 21

Radcliffe is best known for playing J.K. Rowling’s iconic young wizard, and has attained mogul status almost entirely based on his tie to those movies and their merchandise. He is also a serious young actor worth equally serious money.


Lady Gaga
Age: 24

When you’re Lady Gaga, you get entire TV episodes themed after you and people aren’t surprised when you wear a dress made out of meat. You also land at #7 on this list of most powerful women.

LeBron James
Age: 26

With an NBA career that’s already outshining some veteran ballers, this Miami Heat forward has all the right moves.

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