Los Angeles, CA (WFN) -- Paul Newman is combining his two loves -- acting and racing -- in his next movie. Newman will play a car in a new Pixar film called "Cars," which will also feature performances by Owen Wilson, Bonnie Hunt and Richard Petty. In addition, Newman will drive a race car sponsored by Pixar at the Rolex 24 At Daytona race taking place January 31 and February 1 in Daytona, Florida.

NEW YORK -- Now women can smell bootylicious just like Beyonce Knowles. The lead singer of Destiny's Child has just entered a deal with Tommy Hillfiger Toiletries to be the spokeswoman for a new fragrance slated for launch in the fall.

HOUSTON -- Before the Super Bowl goes down on Sunday (Feb. 1), football fans will get to see the "Snooper Bowl." That's the name rapper Snoop Dogg has given to his annual football face-off, which is taking place this Saturday (Jan. 31) at the Barnett Sports Complex in Houston. Snoop and his team will play a full-contact game against the L.A. Gunslingers, with benefits from the event going to the rapper's Save A Life Foundation.

CANNES, France -- The Bee Gees, Donna Summer and Barry White are among the artists who will be considered for induction in the Dance Music Hall of Fame this year. Disco classics up for consideration in the record category include, Diana Ross' "Love Hangover," Sylvester's "You Make Me Feel Mighty Real" and "Shame" by Evelyn "Champagne" King. All in all, the Hall will induct three artists, one producer, five records, one remixer and three DJs in 2004.

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