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Kelly Rowland is one of the hottest young stars around today and her starpower grows with everyday. This singer, actress, and songwriter is a founder member of the Grammy Award winning female group, Destiny's Child. In October 2002, Rowland released her first solo album entitled Simply Deep, which featured the duet hit "Dilemma", a collaboration with rap star Nelly.

Accomplishments:
Kelly Rowland has made numerous appearances on televisions shows and in movies such as: Beverly Hood (1999), "The Hughleys", Freddy vs. Jason (2003), "American Dreams", The Seat Filler (2004), Eve, and "Girlfriends" Rowland is also a spokesmodel for Soft-Sheen Carson.

Upcoming:
Th sexy Kelly Rowland released her new CD, "Ms. Kelly" during the Summer 2007. She also starred as a celebrity judge on "Clash of the Choirs" and has a new single entitled "Daylight" featuring Travis McCoy.

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Born LisaRaye McCoy, this super-fine sista started her career as a print and runway model. The half-sister of rapper, Da-Brat, Raye quickly gained media attention after making an appearance in the popular '90's sitcom, Martin.

Accomplishments:
Reasons (1996); The Players Club (1998); The Wood (1999); All About You (2001); Date from Hell (2001); Civil Brand (2002); Go for Broke (2002); Love Chronicles (2003); "All of Us" (2003) TV Series; Gang of Roses (2003); Super Spy (2004); Beauty Shop (2005); and Envy (2005)

Upcoming:
In 2006, Lisa Raye partnered with Jasmine Guy to co-produce the first Turks and Caicos Film Festival and repeated that feat in 2007. For 2008, Lisa Raye continues to work on "The Black Man's Guide to Understanding Black Women (2008), which is set to be released later in the year.

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Top comment heard from men: "Whew Lord!"

But the same exclamation is often used to describe the pure athleticism of this superstar tennis pro. When only four years old, Serena Williams won her first tennis tournament and subsequently won over 40 tournaments before the age of 10.

Serena is not only popular for her tennis prowess, but also for her fashion modeling, and a few appearances in TV and film.

Accomplishments:
Serena's history of winning tennis tournaments is extensive and includes 7 Grand Slam tournaments, 1 WTA Championship, 7 Tier I Events, and 11 WTA Tour tournament wins.

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Many say that India.Arie is the face and voice of Neo-Soul ... and we agree! India.Arie possessed a talent for musical instruments early in life and gravitated toward the guitar. Today, Arie's soulful ballads are inspired by internal turmoils such as relationship breakup and loss. But those ballads are also inspired by growth, self-acceptance, and personal wisdom.

Accomplishments:
After her 2001 debut album, Acoustic Soul, which earned her seven Grammy nominations and sold more than two million copies -- India.Arie has continued to produce inspirational and motivational recordings, winning Grammy's for Voyage To India, Best R&B Album (2002); and "Little Things" Best Urban/Alternative Performance (2003). Currently, India.Arie's Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship is a top the R&B charts with hits like: "I Am Not My Hair", "There's Hope", "Better People", and "The Heart of the Matter"

Upcoming:
Watch for more soul-stirring hits from India.Arie, who is already gathering tunes for Testimony: Vol. 2.

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Nitara Carlynn Long has been a permanent fixture in Hollywood for many years, and doesn't appear to be slowing down. Getting her start as, Kathryn "Kat" Speakes on the daytime soap opera, "Guiding Light", Long went on to appear in popular films.

Accomplishments:
Nia Long's movie career spans over a decade and includes: Buried Alive(1990); Boyz N The Hood (1991); Made in America (1993); Friday (1995); Love Jones (1997); Soul Food (1997); In Too Deep (1999); The Best Man (1999); The Secret Laughter of Women (1999); Boiler Room (2000); Big Momma's House (2000); Alfie (2004); and Are We There Yet? (2005). Long also starred in roles in the television series, The Fresh Prince of Belair and Third Watch.

Upcoming:
Look for Long in the sequel to Big Momma's House, Big Momma's House 2 in 2006.