After suffering though the painful loss of her ex-husband Russell last summer, Taylor Armstrong has just signed a book deal with Simon & Schuster which will follow the reality star's turbulent life thus far.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star will share photos and details of the physical and emotional abuse she suffered at the hands of her ex, who committed suicide in the bedroom of a friends Mulholland Drive home on August 15.

The memoir will recount not only Taylor's own personal experiences with abuse, but also highlight several celebrities who have been involved in similar domestic situations.

Armstrong is hoping the book will help educate other victims of domestic violence -- she filed for divorce in July, citing domestic abuse.

The yet-untitled book is set to hit shelves on Feb. 7.

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...literally, thanks to Mattel!

The toy giant has created two one-of-a-kind Barbie Dolls in the likeness of both Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj. Yep, only two!

Both dolls will be auctioned off to benefit the charity, Project Angel Food, with bids beginning at $1,000. The auction begins today and will continue through December 19.

Talk about a fantastic Christmas gift! Which one is your favorite?

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Now that Jay-Z and Beyonce are gearing up to welcome baby No.1, they're also looking to expand their real estate portfolio!

The music moguls went mansion hunting last week in Miami Beach, and they made sure to stop in and check out Ricky Martin's lavish $12.5 million Mediterranean-style estate, which was just put on the market last month.

The 9,491 square-foot ocean-front pad -- which Martin purchased in 2005 -- boasts 7 beds/ 8.2 baths, a private dock, open bay views from every room, a fully wired media room, an elevator, fireplaces, marble floors, a gourmet kitchen and formal dining room, a full bar, a pool and spa, a 4-car garage and a state-of-the-art security system.

No word yet on whether the new parents-to-be have made an offer on the home, but since Martin has 3-year-old twins, it's gotta be kid-friendly!

When you're as gorgeous as Sofia Vergara, men will fall at your feet ... and help you out in any way possible.

In this case, the sexy Modern Family star did some serious damage while out shopping in Beverly Hills and had some help carrying out her purchases. Check out all those bags!

The brunette beauty has never been in better shape. Let's face it ... not everyone can pull off skintight pants like that!

Muy caliente, indeed.

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And she got it for 1/2 the price!

American Idol alum Jennifer Hudson has just splashed out $2,795,000 for a 6 bed/7 bath mansion in the Chicago suburb of Burr Ridge -- a sweet bargain after the price was lowered from $4,200,000.

The three-story 12,000 square foot pad was custom built in 2007, and is located in the exclusive Highland Fields neighborhood and boasts two heated garages for up to 6 cars, a deluxe home theatre, two laundry rooms, heated floors, a floating staircase, a walk-out lower level, a third floor bonus room, formal living and dining rooms, a game room, an eat-in kitchen, and a finished walk-out basement.

Sounds like a home fit for an Oscar winner!

Mariah Carey and Justin Bieber's new music video for "All I Want For Christmas Is You" had many critics deeming the stars' interaction as inappropriate, however Mimi's hubby says he "loved it."

Nick Cannon tells Life & Style:

"It wasn't scandalous. I loved it, and I'm so proud of her."

In the holiday video, Bieber, 17, is seen ogling at Mariah, 41, who is posing in a sexy Santa costume. We'll admit, it's a bit awkward to watch, but Mariah's post-baby bod is looking fab!

As for Cannon leaving twins Moroccan and Monroe in care of Bieber, Cannon adds:

"Oh hell no [would I ever let him baby-sit]! Justin didn't meet our kids because Mariah didn't bring them to the set of the video. But I think he will eventually.”

If Biebs babysat the twins, who would babysit Biebs?

With a successful Femme Fatale tour, two beautiful sons and an upcoming engagement to longtime love and agent Jason Trawick, Britney Spears has lots to celebrate today on her 30th birthday!

X17online has been with Brit through all the ups and downs ... from the infamous shaved head incident to her rehab stay ... to her romance with a paparazzo.

Despite all the drama, seems as though B has managed to come out on top with a music career that's showing no signs of stopping. You go, girl!

Let's hope the "Criminal" singer gets some engagement ring bling on her birthday.

See more of Brit through the years in our massive gallery below.

New mommy-to-be Beyonce Knowles sat down with Katie Couric on a special Friday episode of 20/20, to dish on her pregnancy cravings, and address those "fake" baby bump rumors.

Miss B, who's expecting her first child with hubby Jay-Z early next year, told Couric that reports of her outlandish food cravings are simply not true:

"Not really anything crazy. I've read that I like ketchup on everything. I was on a plane and the flight attendant came and was like, 'I have your hot sauce and pickles and bananas.' I was like, 'That is absolutely disgusting, what are you doing?' He's like, 'I read it on the Internet.' "

The "Single Ladies" singer went on to address those "fake" baby bump rumors that were sparked after she appeared on Australian TV in October, simply stating: "There are certain things that are so far [out] ... it doesn't even upset you."

And When Couric asked whether she should gift Bey with a pink or blue baby gift, the singer would only respond with a coy, "hmmm."

Too bad Destiny's Child band-mate Kelly Rowland accidentally spilled the news that it's a girl!