But there were some notable (non-politican) celebrities in the audience as well.  They included Kim Kardashian, Jessica Simpson, Michelle Pheiffer, Chelsea Handler, Dennis Quaid, Justin Bieber, Jonas Brothers, Tracy Morgan and Jon Bon Jovi.

I’m still trying to figure out how Kim Kardashian made it on the guest list.

During the show, several celebrities made appearances on “American Idol” to raise money for the humanitarian efforts around the world.

The celebrities included Carrie Underwood, Black Eyed Peas, Mary J. Blige, Alicia, Elton John, Jennifer Garner, Victoria Beckham, President Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Russell Brand and Queen Latifah, among others.

A photo gallery from the show is posted below. Click the Associated Press images to enlarge them.

This is remarkable because Rebbie never makes public appearances.  She’s the one Jackson who avoids the cameras and the spotlight.  Rebbie, 59, is the oldest of the Jackson family.  She is 16 years older than Janet.

Meanwhile, “Why Did I Get Married Too” will be in theaters April 2. The movie also stars Tyler Perry, Jill Scott, Sharon Leal, Malik Yoba, Tasha Smith, Michael Jai White, Cicely Tyson and Louis Gossett Jr. 

A photo gallery of Janet and Rebbie at the film’s premiere is posted below. Click on the Associated Press images to enlarge them.

The first lady told the press “I’ll never forget the moment that I slipped on this beautiful gown. I remember how just luscious I felt as the President and I were announced onto the stage for the first of many dances. And I’ll cherish that moment for the rest of my life.”

A photo gallery of the first lady presented the dress to the Smithsonian is posted below along with photos from the actual inaugural ball. 

Click on the Associated Press images to enlarge them.

The actress is now set to star in the Showtime television show “The Big C.”  According to Entertainment Tonight, Sidibe will play a student of actress Laura Linney’s character. 

The show centers around Linney’s character, who was diagnosed with cancer, but she tries to find humor in the disease, according to Internet Movie Database.

The TV show will begin airing this summer.  Along with Linney, Sidibe will star alongside Oliver Platt, John Benjamin Hickey, Simon Kassianides and William Duffy. 

Sidibe was nominated for an Academy Award for best leading actress for her role in the film “Precious.” 

Although she lost the Oscar to Sandra Bullock, Sidibe won outstanding reviews for the role–especially since it was her first acting job. 

A photo gallery of Sidibe at the Academy Awards and Governors Ball is posted below.  Click on the Associated Press images to enlarge them.

A photo gallery of Bullock at the Academy Awards is posted below.  Click on the Associated Press photos to enlarge them.

“Precious” won five awards including best director for Lee Daniels, best leading actress for Gabourey Sidibe and best supporting actress for Mo’Nique. 

The non “Precious” winners included Jeff Bridges, Lone Scherfig, Sacha Gervasi and Woody Harrelson.

Several celebrities attended the ceremony including Mariah Carey, Lenny Kravitz, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ben Stiller, Taraji P. Henson, Jodie Foster, Dave Grohl, Ethan Hawke, Matt Dillon and Laura Dern.

A photo gallery is posted below. Click on the Associated Press images to enlarge them.

Photos were taken by Matt Sayles and Chris Pizzello from the Associated Press.  Click on the photos to enlarge them. For a complete list of winners, click here.

A photo gallery from her concert in Tokyo, Japan, is posted below.  Click on the images to enlarge them. 

A photo gallery of the Yu-Na’s and Lysacek’s performances on the ice are posted below.  Click on photos to enlarge them.  All photos are from the Associated Press.

Photos from the video shoot are posted below.  Click the images to enlarge them.

The video is shot in the same area where Michael Jackson filmed his video for “They Don’t Care About Us.”