As the front woman for the mega successful hip-hop group, the Black
Eyed Peas, Fergie is known for her sexy style, her edgy persona,
and as she puts it, being "a little rough around the
edges." But she's also a talented songwriter, a fashion
designer, an actress and most recently, a wife. While taking on the
role of new bride to actor Josh Duhamel, Fergie has decided to
overhaul her raunchy onstage image. With even the First Family as
fans, perhaps suggestive dance moves and dirty lyrics need to be
toned down. Is the pop star we know and love going soft? Marie Claire gets
the scoop on the work in progress that is Fergie.
She's adapting her image as she matures as an
artist
"I wasn't trying to be a role model with The
Dutchess," she says, of the
stacked-heel seductress she evokes on the album. "But
suddenly, seeing little girls in the audience with their moms made
me think about what I do onstage a little bit more. I had to watch
my mouth, because it can be filthy. It changed things for me."
So did learning that "Fergalicious" is Sasha Obama's
favorite song. When Fergie performed at this year's White House
Easter egg hunt,
even the president told her, somewhat surreally, "I can
relate to the line 'working on my fitness.'"
She wants to take on new challenges
"I've been working straight since 2003, so I might just
want to take an improv or theater class," she offers.
"That excites me. I can't wait to do different
characters-not necessarily the leading chick who gets the guy, but
the weird, freaky cousin."
She admits she has flaws
She feels she's "a little rough around the edges,"
unlike, say,
Beyoncé or Gwen Stefani, who seemingly have it all.
"They're the ones who I like to say are on the perfect
cruise. Those people who always get it right.
I've had a few more scandals."
She's still adjusting to married life
"Well, my boyfriend..." Fergie starts, referring,
presumably, to her swoony new husband,
Transformers star Josh Duhamel. "Oh my gosh, my boyfriend?
I didn't even say my fiancé! He's going to kill me,"
she says, doubling over with laughter. "I told you we were
newlyweds."
After a series of rocky romances, she now appreciates a
healthy relationship
"It's funny, because at work I have to be a very strong,
tough woman. But when I'm with him, I just turn on this baby
girl voice because ...
he's my big tall man!" she says with a throaty laugh.
With heavy personal challenges behind her, including a
well-documented meth addiction, Fergie—the former Kids
Incorporated child star, onetime straight-A student, and
spelling-bee champ—doesn't take the gift of a good man lightly.
"I've been in a lot of relationships that were exciting
but unhealthy, very Sid-and-Nancy-esque. I wanted somebody I could
count on. With all the craziness of this business,
I know I can count on my man—and he knows he can count on
me."
For the full story, check out MarieClaire.com
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Posted by Wed Jul 8, 2009 9:49am PDT
Report AbuseY'all need to stop hating on her! Without the music she'd probably be on drugs, so it's a good focus for her and a motivator to stay clean.
Also some people are called to sing, play instruments & when they succeed in mastering it people get jealous because it's not them. I say find the gift God's given you and run with it, serve Him to the best of your ability. Whether your a janitor or a singer. There'd be a lot less hate and jealousy! But I think so many of us have insecurity problems and feel worthless that we don't see the good in ourselves so when we see others succeed we tear em' down! STOP IT ALREADY!! Be glad for them and use it as an encouragement to succeed in what you've been given! God Bless!
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Posted by Wed Jul 8, 2009 9:59am PDT
Report AbuseI agree thisgirl'sneverwrong.
I was going to say cool. Go Fergs! Everyone is constantly evolving. This is a good thing. Think about it. We have all been in some not so great places. So we should encourage those who want to move out of the stagant status.
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Posted by Wed Jul 8, 2009 10:05am PDT
Report AbuseAmy F, you say you're frustrated that all these ugly, no-talents get undeserved fame and fortune. You said, "who cares?" But YOU are the one not only reading about what Fergie has to say, but also the second person to COMMENT about it. That's why Fergie is where she is. Not liking Fergie and actually commenting about it is just giving her more publicity. Like the saying goes, "any publicity is good publicity." Do you think EVERYONE loves Michael Jackson? No. But they KNOW who his is, don't they?
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Posted by Wed Jul 8, 2009 10:21am PDT
Report AbuseFergie is BEAUTIFUL! so I dont know what you are talking about. People make mistakes and if shes ready to put the past behind her and move on, good for her! There are celebs with a more "raunchy" past than her. Stop wasting your time and people who are negative about others are the true sick people.
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Posted by Wed Jul 8, 2009 10:59am PDT
Report AbuseShe's grown into a very attractive and mature adult
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Posted by Wed Jul 8, 2009 11:02am PDT
Report AbuseAshley, I actually didn't read a thing Fergie had to say. All I am saying is I'm sick of looking at her face, she's everywhere! and PS. As a product of the 80's I love Michael! I am not talking about celebrities in general, I am speaking of celebrities that I feel are not talented. It's just an opinion! Relax!
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Posted by Wed Jul 8, 2009 11:16am PDT
Report Abuseshe looks absolutely gorgeous in the third picture!
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Posted by Wed Jul 8, 2009 11:26am PDT
Report AbuseI have always liked her. Great music and attractive.
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Posted by Wed Jul 8, 2009 11:36am PDT
Report AbuseI love Fergie and I'm glad the she evolved into a better artist. She as a beautiful voice and is a great talent.
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