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The 40-something talent, currently in Beijing providing coverage of the 2008 Olympic Summer Games, joined the show in May 1999 and has worked on 'Access Hollywood' for nine years.
"I feel blessed to be asked to stay on board here at 'Access' and with the show constantly evolving, it's an exciting place to work," said Robinson. "I feel fortunate to be part of an amazing team."
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Robinson's first tome is a self-esteem book for girls called, 'Exactly As I Am.'
The Emmy-winning TV talent was also recently named as a national board member of Girls, Inc., a national organization that teaches girls to be "smart, strong and bold."
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Actress and original 'Dreamgirl' Sheryl Lee Ralph is gearing up for her annual AIDS benefit, 'Divas Simply Singing.'
The for 
mer 'Moesha' star is looking for the next "diva" to appear on her 18th annual 'Divas Simply Singing' on Saturday, Oct. 11.
Ralph is looking for aspiring "divas" to upload a one minute a cappella performance video of them singing their favorite song.
(Singers must be 18-years-old and female. Songs may not contain profanity. Singers must have a current headshot, resume and live within the 48 contiguous United States. Contest excludes
The winner will be chosen to appear alongside Ralph and the who's who roster of R&B, pop, jazz and gospel singers who will bring the house down at the Wilshire Theatre Beverly Hills.
To compete, upload videos at www.youtube.com/group/divadiscovery and for additional details visit www.DivasSimplySinging.com.
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Sources tell me that CNN is developing a new series for 'King of Comedy' and 'Tom Joyner Morning Show' contributor D.L. Hughley.
I hear that Turner Network brass like Hughley's take on politics and pop culture and have been brainstorming about a show tailored for the Hollywood funnyman.
Stay tuned...
2008 BET Awards
LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Humanitarian Award Recipient Quincy Jones poses in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Rapper Nelly poses in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Singer Anthony Hamilton poses in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Singer Ashanti poses in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Rapper Nelly (L) and singer Ashanti pose in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Rapper Nelly (L) and singer Ashanti pose in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Rapper Nelly (L) and singer Ashanti poses in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Singer Ashanti poses in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Singer Ashanti poses in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 24: Singer Ashanti poses in the press room at the 2008 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 24, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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By: Bobby Richardson on 8/19/2008 8:43PM
I am delighted to hear that the lovely, and I do mean, lovely, Shaun Robinson has been signed to a new multi-year contract on the Access TV program. She is my favorite reporter. In addition, she is the single reason I tune into the program rather than the show that competes with her show. Access made a wise decision in my opinion.
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By: Queen on 8/20/2008 9:26AM
I'm glad D.L. will get his own show on politics. I love watching him on the Bill Maher show on HBO. Can't wait.
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By: carla on 8/20/2008 11:05AM
Way to go all three of you.
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By: vernon on 8/20/2008 11:16AM
DL always has something to say about politics and makes a lot of sense.He says what other people think but wont say.
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By: kcool on 8/20/2008 1:56PM
cONGRATS DL HUGHLEY
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By: leni on 8/23/2008 11:59AM
Good for CNN, DL will make a great addition. He has this tendency to say what so many people are talking about amongst themselves.
I resent the question about philanthropy. We don't know what anyone gives unless they instruct their PR person to turn it into a headline. I have much more admiration for those who give quietly than those who give in order to establish a rep.
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By: vic on 8/23/2008 12:21PM
dl is a racist, bigoted idiot... to the others, though, well done!
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By: BROOKLYNQUEEN on 8/24/2008 9:38PM
WTG DL HUGLEY
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By: Lranee on 8/24/2008 9:58PM
I agree with vic, DL gets on my nerves! His show will be canceled after four episodes...
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By: john jones on 8/26/2008 11:25PM
congrats to all three especially miss shaun robinson...miss robinson, could u please leave me ur e-mail address so i can give u my number.u are fine!!!
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