Billboard Music Awards 2002

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Gift Retreat

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(right) Queen Latifah looks through items from Erica Courtney Jewelry. At the time this pic was taken, Queen hadn't yet been nominated for the Golden Globe, Screen Actor's Guild or Academy Awards (for Chicago), but now that she has, she might consider wearing a piece (or two) from Erica Courtney's collection, a favorite of A-list stars on the Red Carpet.

(left) Queen Latifah takes a more casual approach with Screamline Clothing, a new line influenced by action sports and music cultures. She's trying on one of their hats (backwards, of course).

Queen Latifah gets introduced to William Whatley Hair Mechanics, which quickly became a favorite among celebs after the product line and it's creator, stylist William Whatley, were "discovered" by members of *N Sync at a previous celebrity gift retreat.

A representative from Basari Beauty tells Queen Latifah about the unparalleled results derived from using Basari Nail Strengthener. Basari recently launched a cinema collection guaranteed to deliver an Oscar worthy performance!

Introduced at last year's Teen Choice Awards, Eclipse Flash Strips have become a discreet breath freshening staple among the stars. At the vendor display, Queen Latifah flashes her winning smile.

Every cover girl wants healthy skin and hair, and they get it from Neutrogena.

Starz participating in the 2002 Billboard Music Awards got to loot through special booty set up in the backstage gift retreat. It was Billboard's way of thanking the celebs for trekking out to Las Vegas to present or perform at the December 2002 awards show. It was also a great chance for these popular entertainers to "shop" without attracting a crowd. A diverse range of talent browsed through the product displays, which featured items from Adidas, Angel's Touch Day Spa & Salon, Aquamassage, Basari Beauty, Blue Star Jets, Eclipse Flash, Erica Courtney, Guess? Footwear, Hello Kitty, Keri Kropp, Neutrogena, Screamline, William Whatley, Wilson's Leather and Zoppini and was coordinated by gift experts Backstage Creations. We bring you a close-up look at four of today's hottest stars as they check out the goods: Nelly and Cedric the Entertainer, Shannon Elizabeth, and the reigning queen of Hollywood:

Queen Latifah.

Queen Latifah had a blast discovering the latest products and newest designers.

At left, she previews the women's spring 2003 line of footwear from Guess? She really liked these tan espadrilles.

(right) Queen Latifah personally meets with a representative from Keri Kropp Handbags. She learns that Keri Kropp bags, besides being stylish, are made of washable synthetic suede and are lined in gorgeous damasks and satins.

Shannon Elizabeth models the Hank, Jr. Keri Kropp handbag. The entire line of Kropp hand bags are made for durability, with color, style, and sophistication key elements in the overall design.

Shannon Elizabeth and Adidas

= a perfect match. She is seen here with a sample of Adidas' new exclusive product line created by Japanese designer Yojhi Yamamoto - as perfect for the runway as they are for the street.

As founder of Animal Avengers, Shannon Elizabeth was pleased to learn Basari strengtheners and nail colors are formaldehyde-free.

Shannon at the Neutrogena display.

Shannon and husband Joe Reitman always have something to talk about, especially when they get to chatting on Sanrio's Hello Kitty light up phones.

Shannon enjoyed the preview of Spring Guess? Footwear. Both she and singer Ashanti chose red stiletto heels from the new collection.

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Shannon Elizabeth

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Queen Latifah