By MTV Tr3s Staff

Looks like there's going to be a lil A.C. Slater running around! Mario Lopez and girlfriend Courtney Laine Mazza announced their wonderful baby news today (March 10th)!

This is the first child for Mario and Courtney; who met on the set of the Broadway revival of A Chorus Line in 2008, when Lopez was filling the role of choreographer/grand inquisitor Zach.

Mario released the following statement:

"Courtney and I couldn't be more excited. I've waited my whole life to be a dad, this is a true blessing. I am looking forward to sharing this experience with my family."

Felicidades a la pareja! (E!)

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As 2009 comes to a close, todos estamos pensando el lo que ha sucedido este año: Barack Obama becoming the first African-American President of the U.S., Michael Jackson's untimely death, Justice Sonia Sotomayor becoming la primera latina in the Supreme Court, swine flu, y mucho más.

Pero el fin del 2009 also marks el fin de la decada.  Can you believe los '00s are over?  In come the teens!  So to commemorate this occasion, cuentanos: who or what defines los '00s to you?

Teen Culture

Once upon a time in 2000, the airwaves were invaded by the likes of Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, 'NSync and The Backstreet Boys.  While Britney's all grown up and stealing the spotlight in other ways these days, the idolization of teen stars carried on throughout la decada.

Los 00s are also responsible for American Idol with such new young stars arising like Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, David Archuleta and most recently Adam Lambert.  And other teen music phenoms like the Jonas Brothers, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez y Demi Lovato, and let's not forget Rihanna and Chris Brown, no se quedan atrás.  And really, would the whole Twilight phenomenon really exist without teen fever for RPatz, Taylor Lautner and Kristen Stewart?  Who's your favorite teen icon from los 00s?

Latin Explosion!

Even more relevant para todos nosotros, was the "Latin Explosion" of los 00s.  Starting with the successful crossover careers of the likes of Ricky Martin, Enrique Iglesias y Shakira, los 00s brought Latinos to the forefront when it comes to la música popular americana.  Whether hearing Daddy Yankee in a soda commercial or Wisin y Yandel in a video game (and seeing both nominated for MTV Video Music Awards), there is no doubt that Latinos seriously broke through into mainstream pop culture during the 2000s.

With such collabos hitting the video and radio airwaves como Beyoncé y Shakira,  Wisin y Yandel con 50 Cent, Pitbull and Lloyd, Akon and Dulce María, y muchos más.  On the silver screen, actors like Salma Hayek, Benicio del Toro, Javier Bardem, Penelope Cruz, Eva Mendez, John Leguizamo and even Jennifer Lopez and Jessica Alba made waves para los Latinos.  Similarly on la tele, entertainers like George Lopez, Mario Lopez, Eva Longoria Parker, Wilmer Valderrama, America Ferrera and Ana Ortiz made us all un poquito más orgullosos de ser Latinos!

Cuéntanos, what defines los 00s for you?  Stay tuned to MTV Tr3s in January to catch nuestros especiales on Lo Mejor De Los 00's, y mientras tanto...

We wish you all un feliz y prospero año nuevo!  Que disfruten!

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The premiere for Michael Jackson documentary 'This Is It' went down in Los Angeles Tuesday night and was chock full of our favorite red-carpet ready Latinos! The roster included Jennifer Lopez, Roselyn Sanchez, Mario Lopez, Rosie Perez, and even former MTV VJ, Daisy Fuentes. Will Smith and Katy Perry also attended, as well as Paris Hilton and Paula Abdul. 'This Is It' hit theaters yesterday and will run for two and weeks.  The film follows Jackson during the concert rehearsals leading up to his untimely death.

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What's the one ingredient sure to raise the temperature on any show?

Fast moving Latinos.

Randy Jackson Presents America's Best Dance Crew, the show that brought JabbaWockeeZ, Super Crew and Quest Crew to fame is getting ready to "break" algunos nuevos bailadores.

Season 3 Winners of ABDC Quest Crew

One of the Season 4 crews MTV Tr3s is keeping on its radar is Afroborike, a Las Vegas group boasting orgullo Puertorriqueño y Cubano.  Salsa crew Afroborike will definitely spice up ABDC with its hip-shaking, curve-embracing, Spanglish-speaking members.

In addition to this Latino crew, ABDC will introduce Vogue Evolution, the first openly-gay "voguing" crew, to America.  La meta de Vogue Evolution, a NYC-based dance group, is to expose the public to AIDS and HIV issues.  Talking about bailando por una causa!  Also heating up el escenario de ABDC will be Southern Movement, an urban cowboy crew straight outta...Nashville, TN?  We hope these good' ol boys and girls can bring line dancing into the limelight.

With a roster of performers this diverse, we don't want you to miss out on any busted moves.  Tune-in to the premiere of ABDC on MTV on August 9th at 9PM and catch episodes of ABDC on MTV Tr3s Saturdays at 7PM starting August 15th.

Will a West Coast crew finally take the 100K prize money?  Will Mario Lopez admit that his favorite role to date was Slater in Saved By The Bell?  Will the Marcarena finally make a much-needed comeback?

There's only one way to find out.  Tune-in to ABDC in August.  Until then, the trailer best keep you tided...

Since publishing the best-selling book “Mario Lopez's Knockout Fitness”...

We imagined Mario Lopez releasing a book titled 'Becoming the Ultimate Mac Daddy' or 'A.C. Slater: Now and Then,' but instead the chicano is mixing things up by writing a children book called "Mud Tacos!" set to drop on October 15th. The new book published by Celebra will be co-written by his hermana Marissa Lopez-Wong. We guess there is still a little kid behind all that muscle and hair gel.

Will you bite into the book? [Examiner]

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Was everyone headed to a fancy boda after The Oscars?

It certainly appeared so. While Miley Cyrus was going for the princesa bride look, estrellas like Beyonce and Vanessa Hudgens were flashing their couture bridesmaid estilos. Elegance and super fancy mermaid gowns were the theme of la noche, but some stars got run over by the express trains. Thank goodness most people looked like picture perfect diamantes instead of overstuffed chorizos (not a good look). You decide which look was the red carpet winner!

Best Dressed Diva

"The Secret Life of Bees" actress Alicia Keys vs. "Cadillac Records" superstar Beyonce.

Best Lookin' Hermana

Ballet dancer Monica Cruz vs. Oscar-winner Penelope Cruz.

Best Dressed Couple

"HSM 3" actors Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron vs. John Legend and 'guest.'

Mejor Evening Gown

"Slumdog Millionaire" star Freida Pinto vs. actress Jessica Biel.

Best Dressed Hombre

Host Mario Lopez vs. Twilight estrella Robert Pattinson.


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Mario Lopez is a charmer! The television host was captured hosting the Miss America pageant in Las Vegas last week, and was getting his after party-on with pleasure...

Word on la calle is that Mr. Casanova found a new fling at the 'city of sin.' He may have awarded Katie R. Stam the mega crown, but he deserves a pimp pin for his player ways. Despite having a public relationship with Broadway star, Courtney Laine Mazza, Mr. Lopez was spotted getting extra close and clubbing with an unnamed brunette hasta la mañana. Thirsty for some evidence? Check out the pics our Lossip spies snapped and decide the shady business for yourself! [Lossip]

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We know you might still be a lil sluggish from the holidays...

All you can do is shake it off! MTV Tr3s wants to help put some pep in your step with an America’s Best Dance Crew marathon. Watch out now! Check out your favorite teams across the country poppin’ and lockin’ while battling it out street-style for the nation’s best crew crown. This season it all comes down to team JabbaWockeeZ and team Status Quo - which side are you on?

The dance party starts Sunday @ 1pm, hosted by Mario Lopez himself.  You also get a second chance when the season re-airs on MTV Tr3s January 21st @ 9pm.

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Who said las estrellas weren't under-dressed at last night's 66th annual Golden Globes?! There is no doubt that the spanx were laced on tight as flawless formfitting dresses and cleavage-bustin' necklines dominated the red carpet, including Jennifer Lopez's eye-catching deep-plunge golden gown designed by Marchesa. The shimmer blinded us for a hot second, but we are making the ringless diva compete with Salma Hayek's muy sexy bust-line and Eva Mendes' textured Versace vestido. You decide the winner!

Best Dressed Disney Star

Miley Cyrus' Greek-goddess gown vs. Vanessa Hudgens' simple shimmery silhouette.

Best Dressed BFF

Salma Hayek's boobie-bustin' Dior dress vs. Penelope Cruz's classic Giorgio Armani gown.

Sharpest Male(s)

Red carpet player, Mario Lopez vs. The Jonas Brothers' retro elegance.

Best Silver Shoe Get-Up

America Ferrera's puffy Oscar de la Renta dress vs. Cameron Diaz's ultra-pink Chanel gown.

Best Dressed 'Eva Diva'

Eva Longoria's voluminous Oscar de la Renta vestido vs. Eva Mendes' classic Hollywood look.

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There is no doubt about it...Mario Lopez is a ladies man.

The “Mario Lopez’s Knockout Fitness” author may have published his secret tips on obtaining a rock-hard bod, but he has enough game to write a series of self-help manuals on pimpin' las mujeres. The chicano heart-breaker easily breezed through his very public break-up with Karina Smirnoff, and has been spotted with Broadway star and new novia, Courtney Laine Mazza. The cupcake-loving couple met on-the-set of "The Chorus Line" last year.

Bueno, we hope this chica is well aware of Mario's player ways. He recently admitted to even kicking game to Fergie at the tender age of 10! According to People, he lost his first kiss virginity to The Duchess by surprising her with a bottle of perfume and a suave beso on the lips! Classic AC Slater move if you ask us.

Do you think the couple will last?

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