Today’s celebrity rundown (9 photos)

‘American Idol’ finalists battled it out last night. Tonight this season’s winner will be announced! The judges emphasized that it was anyone’s game to win but we could tell there was a slight nod towards Lauren Alaina. She strained a vocal cord before the show aired last night and still sang beautifully. But a lot of bets are going towards Scotty McCreery. What do you guys think? We want to hear your opinion so comment away!

Dancing with the Stars announced the champion last night. And the winner is…. Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward. Today, the celebration kept going on ‘Good Morning America’. The NFL hottie was joined by his partner Kym Johnson. Fellow finalists Kirstie Alley and Chelsea Kane were also in attendance at GMA with their partners.

‘Law & Order: SVU’ star Christopher Meloni leaves the show after 272 episodes (12 seasons). He exited after contract negotiations fell through between him and the network. You know what they say… the show must go on. But should it without him?

Ben Stiller wrote a ‘Zoolander 2′ sequel.

Queen Latifah is launching a new HSN clothing and accessories line for women sizes 2-24.

According to People magazine, Kim Kardashian is engaged to Kris Humphries. Reports show that the engagement ring costs around $2 million… that’s got to be a huge rock.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley covers Complex magazine.

More idol news for tonight: according to The Hollywood Reporter, Steven Tyler is set to hit the stage with some big names including Carrie Underwood and recent mentors Lady Gaga and Beyonce.