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Eminem has dethroned Lady Gaga as the most popular living person on Facebook, according to Famecount (dot) com. The Queen's reign lasted eight months.

With almost 29 million Facebook fans (people that "Like" is page), Eminem overtook Gaga, who still remains within a million fans of the rapper's overall total.

Only one person retains more Facebook popularity than Eminem - the late Michael Jackson. At just over 29 million Likes, Michael looks poised to fall to #2-3.

NOTE: Become a fan of THG on Facebook!

FACEBOOK QUEEN AND KING: With a staggering total of 58 million fans between them, it's safe to say Gaga and Em rule Facebook. [Photos: Pacific Coast News]

Lady Gaga held the lead since June 25 of last year, when she overtook President Barack Obama (who has since fallen to 12th place among living humans).

On Twitter, Gaga's 8.4 million Little Monsters dwarfs Eminem's modest 3 million, while he lags both Gaga and Justin Bieber on Twitter and YouTube as well.

Whoever's #1, they're in a class by themselves. Perhaps the three can form a social media triumvirate, pooling resources en route to world domination.

Featured in the 90th anniversary edition of French fashion magazine L'Officiel Paris, Beyonce finds herself at the center of a new controversy.

The singer/actress poses for the publication in African-inspired dresses and jewelry, honoring that region's artistic influences around the globe. But she also paints her face black, a move that has been met by criticism. In response, the magazine has released a statement that reads:

"The designs are all reflective of the African influence on fashion this season. As for the artistic make-up, the inspiration came from several African rituals during which paint is used on the face. We find the images beautiful and inspiring."

Watch the following, behind-the-scenes video of the pictorial and then give your opinion on the scandal below.

Beyonce: Blackface for L'Officiel Paris

What do you think? Beyonce in blackface is...

Jason Davis, a.k.a. Gummi Bear, a.k.a. Brandon Davis' big brother, a.k.a. the dude on Celebrity Rehab, is charged with felony possession of a controlled substance.

The charge stems from his heroin arrest last month.

Davis got popped in Newport Beach on January 27 and was also charged with being under the influence and possessing drug paraphernalia, both misdemeanors.

Jason Davis' battles with addiction are well documented.

According to legal documents, Davis was allegedly high on a "Central nervous system stimulant (prescription medication) and narcotic analgesic (painkillers)."

Davis faces up to three years in prison if convicted of all charges, but most likely he won't do any time and will be placed on probation. That's our guess.

After all, Dr. Drew probably has some powerful friends ...

Five singers advanced to the semifinals on season 10 of American Idol last night:

1. Naima Adedapo
2. Clint Jun Gamboa
3. Ashthon Jones
4. Paul McDonald
5. Haley Reinhart

But many viewers are talking this morning about one contestant who did NOT make the cut: Chris Medina, whose story of heartbreak regarding his brain damaged fiancee was featured on the show a couple weeks ago.

Jennifer Lopez delivered the bad news to Chris, tearing up as she explained the panel's decision and then breaking down in front of Randy and Steven as soon as Medina exited the room. It was raw, emotional stuff. Watch now:

Jennifer Lopez Breaks Down on American Idol

He caused controversy in Hollywood by kicking Jacee Badeaux out of his group. But Clint Jun Gamboa will now have a chance to make it up to American Idol viewers:

The singer has been named one of the final 24 contestants on season 10.

Gamboa received the good news last night, joining a quartet of other contestants that have also moved on to next week's live performances: Paul McDonald, Ashthon Jones, Haley Reinhart and Naima Adedapo.

Clint is is a two-time karaoke champion of Southern California and you can watch him in Idol action below.

Clint Jun Gamboa Audition

Baby daddy Jonathan Rivera of Teen Mom 2 quasi-fame spent Valentine's Day behind bars for allegedly smoking marijuana, according to news reports.

Rivera, who stars alongside baby mam Kailyn Lowry and their son Isaac, was popped with brother Edward Rivera. Radar Online broke the story.

He has a long way to go to catch Jenelle Evans' rap sheet, but he got popped at 11:30 p.m. on February 13 on suspicion of being under the influence.

According to the report by the Lopatcong Township Police Department, Rivera was a passenger in his brother's Honda Civic when it was pulled over.

The reason? "because sparks were flying out from the undercarriage of the car."

That will do it. Police say that both brothers were "found to be under the influence of marijuana." Edward failed a field sobriety test at the scene.

Notorious figure skater, criminal and amateur sex tape star Tonya Harding welcomed her first child last weekend, according to reports. Congratulations!

Harding, 40, gave birth to a boy on Saturday in a Washington hospital.

"Everybody's healthy and happy," friend Don Horn tells the Oregonian.

This time, there are only tears of joy for Tonya.

"She's always wanted a baby. She was told she could never have a child ... and guess what? It really is a miracle and she really is very happy."

It's the first child for Tonya Harding and Joseph Price, who recently wed.

Remember the name Ashthon Jones. You may be hearing it often over the next couple months.

The Tennessee native joined others such as Paul McDonald and Haley Reinhart in being named a season 10 semifinalist last night. Such an honor completes an amazing journey for Jones, who started singing with her church choir.

She actually ran away at the age of 15, a year after the man who raised her since birth passed away. Ashthon has never met her biological father. A fan of painting and roller skating, Jones never gave up on her dream. Might it lead to an American Idol title? She's on her way...

Ashthon Jones in Hollywood

He was not featured often prior to last night, but Paul McDonald took advantage of his time in Las Vegas.

The 25-year old contestant, who originally auditioned in Nashville, first took to the stage with Kendra Chantelle and impressed with a duet of The Beatles classic "Blackbird."

He then took a risk for his final audition of the evening, donning an eccentric suit and choosing an original song, one titled "American Dreams." Apt for a hopeful who was later named to the season 10 semifinals, don't you think? Check out both performances below:

Paul McDonald in Las Vegas

American Idol took its show on the road last night, heading to Las Vegas for the first time and naming its first set of semifinalists.

Following an hour devoted to group performances that honored The Beatles, the judges spoke to various contestants individually and delivered either dream-making or heart-breaking news.

Two of the women who received the former? Haley Reinhart and Naima Adedapo. They have moved on to the season 10 semifinals, partly based on their most recent rendition of "Long and Winding Road."

Joined by Jacob Lusk, listen to Reinhart and Adedapo now and decide: are they worthy semifinalists?

Naima Adedapo, Jacob Lusk and Haley Reinhart in Vegas