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Paris Bennett is a mommy … and other ‘Idol’ tidbits

Sunday, October 12th, 2008

Right about now, you can bet Paris Bennett is adjusting to motherhood.

The 19-year-old former American Idol finalist gave birth to her first child, a girl named Egypt, on Monday. The singer, who made a name for herself on Season 5 of Idol, told People.com, “I’m so excited to finally see my little angel, and man, does she have lungs on her. I guess she’s gearing up to be the next American Idol.”

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Happy One Week Anniversary greetings are in store for Flint, Mich., native LaKisha Jones. The American Idol finalist was married to financial adviser Larry Davis last Sunday at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel.

Jones, who is expected to release a CD later this month, finished as fourth runner-up during the 2007 season. In attendance at the wedding were several Idol alums, including Sanjaya Malakar, Haley Scarnato and Melinda Doolittle.

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He’s tackled the role of Tom Collins in the smash Broadway hit Rent, and now he’s on to playing Jesus.

Anwar Robinson, a finalist during American Idol’s fourth season, has joined the cast of Godspell. The special holiday performance will run Nov. 25 to Dec. 28 at Syracuse Stage. Find out more about the show, and get ticket information at www.syracusestage.org.

Robinson has been working on his debut CD, The Truth About Love, which he descrives as an eclectic mix of music that will draw influence from genres including R&B, soul, jazz and gospel.

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LaKisha Jones is getting married

Monday, September 29th, 2008

American Idol finalists are ringing wedding bells everywhere. Next up, LaKisha Jones.

The Flint, Mich., native is reportedly getting married this weekend to boyfriend Larry Davis. The ceremony is expected to take place in Beverly Hills with an “old Hollywood” theme.

On the guest list are BeBe Winans, who is rumored to be performing, and one of LaKisha’s biggest influences, Chaka Khan. Also expected to appear are friends and fellow Idol finalists Melinda Doolittle and Gina Glocksen.

According to LaKisha’s MySpace page, her status is “ENGAGED.” She also is priming fans for her upcoming Oct. 28 album release.

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