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Aoki Lee Simmons pops a pose at her birthday fashion show in LA. - Matthew Simmons/WireImage.comWhen you're the daughter of Kimora Lee Simmons and Russell Simmons, life is full of the model-turned-reality TV star's signature word, "fabulosity." Her daughter, Aoki Lee Simmons, celebrated turning 8 Tuesday, and let's just say, the event was not your typical children's birthday party.

The cutie enjoyed her own fashion show at Modani in West Hollywood, California, complete with friends, hair and makeup for everyone, fun fashions, and a three-tier, black-and-white cake. Guests even nibbled on fruit stuffed inside a life-size stiletto heel made of chocolate!

The best part? The extravaganza was staged for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which grants the requests of children with life-threatening medical conditions. Kimora even posted a pic of her girls, Aoki and older sister Ming Lee Simmons, 10, with the guests of honor, Meg Wesley and Taal Mosely.

Of course, Kimora's youngest, Kenzo Lee Hounsou, also took part in thecelebration. The 1-year-old tot -- whose dad is Kimora's hubby

Actress Jennifer Garner and her 4-year-old daughter Violet spent some quality time together Tuesday in the Big Apple. The adorable pair cozied up for a carriage ride -- and some animated conversation! -- through Central Park. They also caught "Mary Poppins" on Broadway.

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Although dad Ben Affleck and Violet's baby sis, 20-month-old Seraphina, were nowhere in sight, the entire Garner-Affleck clan was spotted earlier this week in New York. The family has temporarily relocated to Manhattan while both parents work on upcoming projects. The "Alias" actress has been filming the remake of "Arthur," while her hubby, who just toasted his 38th birthday on August 15, is set to release "The Town" on September 17.

In an interview with Parade earlier this year, Jen, 38, acknowledged how lucky she is to have a flexible job that allows her to indulge in lots of fun with her girls. "I'm privileged, because I have a lot of freedom," she said. "I want to use it to make as warm and normal a life as I can

Lauren Conrad has left "The Hills" far behind. - Frank Micelotta/Getty Images North AmericaWhile "The Hills" fades into reality TV history, its former leading lady Lauren Conrad is forging ahead with a career that's still going strong. The fall designs for her LC Lauren Conrad clothing line for Kohl's have just hit stores, and Tuesday she posted dates and locations on her website for her upcoming book tour.

The 24-year-old has toured before, but this time LC will be promoting not only the latest title in her L.A. Candy series, Sugar and Spice, but also her guide to personal glamour, simply called Style. Both hit bookstores on October 5, the same day she's scheduled to kick things off at a Barnes & Noble in NYC, before stopping in LA, Dallas, and elsewhere, then winding down in Cary, North Carolina.

Do you think she'll be wearing any of her own designs at the signings? The author -- make that New York Times bestselling author, thank you very much! -- has been enthusiastic about her latest threads. They include plenty of pretty tops and bottoms, and even a couple dresses,

"Glee" stars Jenna Ushkowitz (Tina), Kevin McHale (Artie), and Heather Morris (Brittany) - Michael Tran/FilmMagic.comFans of "Glee" who want to wear their love for the hit Fox show on their sleeve can now get their fix. Macy's department stores are selling some fun fashions inspired by the high school musical just in time for back-to-school shopping.

From $20 to $35, manufacturer Awake offers T-shirts that replicate the Cheerios uniform top, as well as V-neck tees, baseball tees (you know, the cool ones with colored sleeves?), and hoodies, all emblazoned with the show's logo. At least a couple of the tops also include the title of "Glee's" signature song, "Don't Stop Believing," in bright colors.

The merchandise hit stores earlier this month. Over the weekend, "Glee" stars Jenna Ushkowitz (Tina), Kevin McHale (Artie), and Heather Morris (Brittany) met with Gleeks eager to get their hands on the clothes at LA's Beverly Center. What is Heather's fave thing about the line? "How comfy it is," she told People. Jenna and Kevin also gave props to the William McKinley High School T-shirt and a black-and-red

Kate Gosselin takes her daughters Mady and Cara shopping near their Pennsylvania home. - Chris Watts/INFDaily.comHaving lots of little ones might have made Kate Gosselin the queen of reality TV, but it also means that at the end of every summer, she has to endure the dreaded back-to-school shopping trip ... times eight!

At least the "Kate Plus 8" star knows better than to leave it to the last minute. She was photographed on Thursday taking her two older daughters, 9-year-old twins Mady and Cara, to scoop up some supplies, and perhaps some fall fashions, at a Target near their Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, home.

Outfitted in T-shirts and flip flops -- with the exception of Kate's more challenging black, strappy ankle booties -- all three Gosselin girls looked like they'd rather be back on their summer vacation, which took them to Bald Head Island, North Carolina, among other places. Still, the trip to the store was at least somewhat successful, because they emerged with enough bags that they needed a shopping cart to return all their goodies to the car.

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If you're one of those people who still don't consider cheerleading a sport, you just might change your mind after watching the preview for the CW's new show about a competitive college squad, "Hellcats." The tumbling, the dancing, the stunts -- they're enough to make anyone stand up and, well, cheer.

Alyson Michalka and Robbie Jones bring it on in the new show, "Hellcats." - Warner Bros. Television Entertainment/Jack Rowand

Two of the show's stars, Alyson Michalka (yep, that's Aly of Aly & AJ!) and Robbie Jones ("One Tree Hill"), will be making an appearance Sunday at the largest all-girl competition of its kind -- the Supergirl Jam -- on Venice Beach. Fierce female athletes will be surfing, snowboarding, skateboarding, and inline skating all day beginning at 12:30 p.m.

Although she won't be at this event, actress Ashley Tisdale, whom you might recognize from a little movie called "High School Musical," also stars in "Hellcats." Catch the entire cast in action when the show premieres Wednesday, September 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Meanwhile, check out the trailer.

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When you're Paris Hilton, life is never boring. Lately, though, the hotel heiress has had a particularly packed schedule of promoting products bearing her famous name. She channeled the late screen goddess Marilyn Monroe while launching her 10th fragrance, Tease, just last week, and this week it was time for her to talk up her new shoe collection in Vegas.

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Paris walked the pink carpet Tuesday at a fete in her honor at Tryst Nightclub inside the Wynn Las Vegas. Parents Rick and Kathy posed for pics with their oldest, who donned a LBD, Chanel fingerless gloves, and her own peep-toe pumps, natch, adorned with decorative bows. The next day, she was back in black, showing off designs from her spring line with Antebi Footwear at the MAGIC fashion convention.

"Shoes are such an important part of a woman's wardrobe," Paris said. "I always try to design shoes that are flirty and fun, that will make a woman feel stylish and sexy when she's wearing them. After all, every woman needs a good pair

Anna Kendrick and Michael Cera leave the GMTV studios in London. - INFDaily.comHe's not the most likely heartthrob, but girls can't help but find funny guy Michael Cera absolutely adorable. Is it the way the 22-year-old wore those headbands in "Juno"? Those corduroy pants in "Superbad"? Or just the deadpan demeanor he uses for delivering a hilarious line? Whatever it is, Michael's charm is working both on and off the set.

Anna Kendrick, his co-star in the new action rom-com "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World," was all smiles as she and the Canadian cutie left the GMTV studios in London after a joint interview to promote the well-reviewed flick. Meanwhile, bespectacled Michael, who plays her brother in the movie, appeared awkward as ever as he toted a backpack and signed autographs for a crowd of fans who had gathered to see him up-close.

Several other female stars of "Scott Pilgrim" recently raved abouttheir leading man during a chat with Yahoo! Movies. Mary ElizabethWinstead, who plays the gal Michael fights for during the film, gushedabout working alongside him.