Tag Archives: Mario Lopez

ABC Reality TV Stars Hook Up… Maybe

Now here’s a romance that should make execs at ABC very, very happy. According to Us Weekly, “Dancing with the Stars” pro mover and shaker Karina Smirnoff (a.k.a. Mario Lopez’s ex-girlfriend) and “The Bachelor” Andy Baldwin (a.k.a. Marla Maples’ ex-boyfriend and Tessa Horst’s ex-fiance) having been getting their groove on… together… in public. Word of the romance leaked yesterday, but today Smirnoff issued a statement saying that the rumored hook up is just that—“rumors, rumors, rumors.” The 30-year-old smoking hot dancing queen told Us, “I’m sure Andy is a cool guy; however, there is absolutely no truth to any of … Continue reading →

New Job for Mario and New Babies for Primetime Stars

He’s hot… and he knows it. Extra! Extra! Read all about it… Mario Lopez has snagged a daily TV gig as new host of the entertainment news show “Extra.” The former “Dancing with the Stars” contestant is replacing musician Mark McGrath, who, for whatever reason, was hired to host the show three years ago. Lopez’s appointment shouldn’t come as a huge shock to “Extra” viewers since he co-hosted the weekend edition of the program and contributed to weekday shows as a special correspondent. Producers say Lopez will take over the anchor spot when the show returns for its 15th season … Continue reading →

Why Mario Lopez May Never Marry Again

Subtitle: So This is Why Mario and Karina Are No Longer a Couple Timing is everything isn’t it? The same day PEOPLE magazine named Mario Lopez as its Hottest Bachelor of the Year, Star magazine ran an interview with the woman who reportedly helped the actor maintain his bachelor status. While some hinted that the Chorus Line star was about to pop the question to his girlfriend (and former “Dancing with the Stars” pro partner) Karina Smirnoff, a waitress from San Antonio, Texas knew better. Meaghan Cooper claims Lopez romanced her for 11 months behind Smirnoff’s back and is the … Continue reading →

Mario Moves On and Phillippe Pairs Up

It’s over. No really, this time it’s official. According to Mario Lopez, he and Karina Smirnoff have really (really) called it quits this time. And in true Hollywood fashion the sexy “Dancing with the Stars” pro and her former celebrity partner even had their reps issue separate public statements about their now defunct personal relationship. “Karina has parted ways with her two year relationship with Mario Lopez,” says Smirnoff’s spokesperson. “The relationship wasn’t heading in the right direction.” Meanwhile, Lopez issued the following statement through his rep: “Karina and I have the utmost respect for each other. She is a … Continue reading →

Mario Lopez is Single Again

They said it wouldn’t last… and I agreed. Sources close to Mario Lopez and his flexible former “Dancing with the Stars” pro partner Karina Smirnoff confirm that the dark-haired duo have called it quits. The couple first sparked rumors of a romance when they were partnered during the popular dance competition’s third season. Interestingly, the pair never once publicly acknowledged that they were dating despite being photographed canoodling at dozens of celebrity events. Now it appears Smirnoff is waltzing out of Lopez’s life… and his Los Angeles home—-the place she has reportedly been living for more than a year now. … Continue reading →

Karina Hooking Up with Another Mario and When Idol Parents Attack

Michele blogged earlier about Karina, Mario, and Mario, but is Karina trying to take one Mario out of the equation? It must be all the sexy dancing or something because romance rumors seem to swirl around the “Dancing with the Stars” set and this week is no exception. There are rumors now that Karina Smirnoff might be trading in Mario Lopez for her current partner, R&B singer Mario. Karina and Mario Lopez have been a couple every since Mario finished in second place on Season 3. But the New York Post is reporting that in February, Karina and singer Mario … Continue reading →

Karina, Mario and Mario

You have to wonder what happens when Mario Lopez visits his girlfriend Karina Smirnoff during rehearsals for her latest appearance on “Dancing with the Stars.” I’m sure there’s a lot of head turning going on… especially when the pro dancer compliments Mario… her new dance partner. For season six of the popular ABC dance show Smirnoff has been paired with multi-platinum recording artist and actor Mario. (Hard to believe it was just three seasons ago that the sizzling hot Ukrainian-born dancer took Lopez all the way to the finals.) Mario meet Mario. Talk about déjà vu. The new Mario calls … Continue reading →

“Dancing with the Stars” Update: Julianne the Virgin and Mario Hits Broadway

Despite her having not one, but two, disco ball trophies and making the rounds on just about every talk show known to man “Dancing with the Stars’” resident hottie Julianne Hough adamantly denies that she has “gone Hollywood.” In fact, in a recent interview with CosmoGIRL! the 19-year-old dancer says she is committed to remaining a virgin until she is married (though, she does admit to being tempted by the excess of Tinseltown—see: actor Kevin Connolly). “I think [the choice] to have sex before marriage is an individual one, but if you’re just with one person, it’s only for one … Continue reading →

Mark Cuban vs. Mario Lopez vs. Donald Trump?

It’s unlikely we’ll ever see former “Dancing with the Stars” contestants Mark Cuban and Mario Lopez going toe-to-toe on the dance floor, but that doesn’t mean the two raven haired two-steppers won’t be duking it out on another reality series. The “Dancing with the Stars” alum having been kicking around the idea of creating a “celeb mixed-martial-arts program where Hollywood stars beat the heck out of each other.” The billionaire businessman and Karina Smirnoff’s live-in boyfriend have already displayed their fancy footwork in front of millions, but can they pull off a show that requires “beautiful” celebs risk getting their … Continue reading →

Floyd Stirs Up Trouble On “Dancing with the Stars”

C’mon Floyd not the discrimination card… Let me start by saying I can’t dance—-period. However, I’ve enjoyed watching world welterweight champion Floyd Mayweather float like a butterfly on this season’s “Dancing with the Stars.” His enthusiasm is apparent and he moves very well. Despite this, a few days ago Mayweather and his professional dancing partner Karina Smirnoff were red-lighted and faced elimination. They were saved when dancing rival Wayne Newton got the boot, but instead staying quiet and just being happy with the opportunity to move on in the competition Mayweather started flapping his lips. The pro boxer told various … Continue reading →