CE 2000 BIO

Carmen Electra 2000

Biography

The Basics

Real Name: Tara Patrick
D.O.B. and Location: April 20, 1972 in White Oak, Ohio
Ethnicity: Of Cherokee, Irish and German decent
Height: 5'4"
Weight: 110lbs.
Measurements: 35-24-35
Occupation: Actress/Singer
Love Interests: Tentatively married to Dennis Rodman
Claims to Fame: Replaced Jenny McCarthy as the host of MTV's "Singled Out"
Joined the cast of "Baywatch" in the role of dancer Lani McKenzie
She was discovered in 1991 by the Artist Formerly Known as Prince; her first album, "Carmen Electra," was released on TAFKAP's Paisley Park label
Posed for the May, 1996 edition of Playboy Magazine

In Depth Version

Carmen Electra grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio and began performing at an early age when she attended the prestigious School for Creative and Performing Arts. Carmen was born on April 20, 1972, which makes her 27 years old. She stands 5'4" tall. She is of Cherokee, Irish and German decent. She dated B. Real from Cypress Hill.

Her career started when she was discovered by Prince while auditioning for an all-girl rap group. Electra was later signed to an exclusive solo recording contract with Paisley Park Records, which released her self-titled debut album, "Carmen Electra," in 1992 and the more popular hits on this album included "Go Go Dancer" and "Get On Up."

As many people already know, Carmen has posed for Playboy! This is what actually made her career sky rocket! She also appears in a cheerleader video produced by Playboy.

Besides all this, she began hosting MTV's "Singled Out" in November 1996, where she took the place of Jenny McCarthy.

Carmen has also co-hosted MTV's "Loveline", and has appeared on "Baywatch Nights." She made an appearance in the movie "Good Burger," in which she looked very beautiful. On "Baywatch" she played Lani McKensie (a young woman who grew up on the beaches of Hawaii, but dreams of being a dancer and a singer).

Carmen Electra used to get on America Online on Sunday nights to chat with members in a sort of forum where you can ask her questions and she gives answers. If your interested in this and are on AOL, go to Keyword: Carmen Electra. This America Online chat may no longer be taking place.

Carmen Electra is also portrayed in a comic book called Embrace where she is a "friendly" vampire. There are a few pictures on this site which appear in the magazine if you'd like to check them out.

It has been rumored that Carmen might get her own show. Sources say it may be on either MTV or another station such as NBC. Hopefully this happens because we'd like to see a lot more of Carmen Electra! Many people have been asking about where they can reach Carmen Electra. Try these 2 e-mail addresses: CarmenLive@aol.com or MTVVJs@aol.com.

If you missed MTV's spring break coverage, then you missed Carmen looking FINE in some nice bating suits. They show that stuff all the time though, so catch it later.

Last night while watching the NBA playoffs, BULLS vs. nets, the camera happened to catch Carmen Electra at the game, which was at the United Center in Chicago....maybe she's a BULLS fan. Also, she was looking good (as usual) at the game.

It is rumored that Carmen Electra is now dating Dennis Rodman of the Chicago Bulls. We've received a few e-mails concerning this matter and it would also explain why she was at the Bulls game the other night.

Well thanks again all you out there! We got an e-mail saying that Dennis Rodman was on the Jay Leno show and that he denied dating Carmen Electra, but that she came on the show and was mad about his remark. So who knows?

While watching the pre-game show for the Bulls game the other day, they interviewed Dennis Rodman and asked him what the situation was with Carmen Electra. He said there was nothing serious between them and that he'll always be a single guy. So they're just going out, but according to Rodman, nothing serious will develop.

Dennis Rodman (age 37) and Carmen Electra (age 26) were married on November 14, 1998 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The marriage wasn't meant to be. On November 24, 1998 Dennis Rodman began filing for an annulment because he was drunk and feels he didn't know what he was getting into. Hopefully everything will work out for them. We'll try to keep this whole situation updated.

Just when everyone thought things were patched up between Dennis and Carmen, they turned sour again. Dennis was reportedly seen with his ex-girlfriend and even admits being with her since the marraige. At this point both parties are undecided about their future together. Dennis was even quoted as saying he's fine with divorce if that is what Carmen wants.

Carmen Electra is on a show called Hyperion Bay which appears on the WB network. This show was canceled. What a shame.

At a press conference held at Planet Hollywood, Dennis Rodman announced that he may play for the Los Angeles Lakers. By his side while speaking to the press was Carmen Electra, so maybe things are working out for them.

The latest buzz is about Carmen Electra and Fred Durst of Limp Bizkit. Are they dating? Well we're not sure. If anybody has confirmed this rumor or has any insight, let us know!

The following comes to us by way of an e-mail:

I'm not sure if you saw Carmen Electra on the Howard stern show over the summer, but when asked about dating white guys she said there's nothing wrong with them, she's just always hooked up with black guys. Also according to her on the show, she lost her virginity to a black guy and has never yet had sex with a white guy. So I thought this might answer the rumor about her dating Fred from Limp Bizkit. I doubt she is or will.

Interesting information, regardless of whether or not she's dating Fred Durst. Keep those e-mails coming!

Next is an article from E! Online news:

Rodman, Electra busted for fighting

NOVEMBER 5 — Another bizarre chapter in the freaky coupledom of Dennis Rodman and Carmen Electra. The on-again, off-again fun duo both have been arrested and jailed in Miami after a domestic violence incident. The former hoops star/wannabe actor/sometime wrestler along with his ex-wife were in Miami-Dade County Jail's domestic violence unit this morning after an apparent tiff in a tony hotel. Police were called to the odd couple's South Beach hotel after reports of a disturbance. Miami TV station WSVN reports Rodman and Electra were hauled off in handcuffs. No further details are immediately available. Rodman, 39, is in town shooting a new film. The two married in a quickie Vegas wedding last November. Nine days later, the so-called Worm filed filed for annulment, claiming he was of "unsound mind" (that is, drunk) during the nuptials and duped into saying, "I do." He later apologized, rescinded the annulment and proclaimed his love for the erstwhile Playboy pinup. Finally, Electra, 27, torpedoed the union for (seemingly) good in April, filing for divorce for "irreconciliable differences."
— Article courtesy of E! Online news

The following is from a gossip magazine, believe what you'd like, we all love gossip:

Dennis Rodman and Carmen Electra are planning to get married again! And the divorced couple claim they'll take it more sreiously this time around -- they're planning a formal affair for 500 of their closest friends instead of another quickie Vegas ceremony. Carmen, who's wearing a $50,000 engagement ring, has selected a traditional -- not latex -- dress for the occasion. Hopefully the groom will be suitably attired as well.

Carmen Electra appeared on MTV's Spring Break Fashionably Loud in Cancun, Mexico. She looked great in that black bikini and danced with the lead singer of Lit, A.Jay Popoff, as the band performed My Own Worst Enemy. He seemed to enjoy the dance, Carmen has some fine moves.

Along with her Spring Break appearance on Fashionably Loud, she had her own show in which a group of guys were trying to win a date with her. That guy must have been thrilled. A.Jay Popoff, of the band Lit, showed up at the date. Wonder if there's something going on between them? Or maybe just another Cancun hook-up.

Carmen is all over MTV lately. She recently appeared on a new series called DUDE. She gave some brief advice to guys on how to pick up women. Hopefully she continues to make appearances, the more Carmen, the better!

The Mating Habits of the Earthbound Human is currently playing on Cinemax. It isn't the best movie, but Carmen stars in it so that helps! She appears in many nice outfits throughout the movie, so if you have Cinemax, be on the lookout.

Carmen's most recent movie, SCARY MOVIE, starts JULY 7. This should be a pretty funny movie, although Carmen's role will probably be limited. Also in the movie is Shannon Elizabeth. Two beautiful women in one movie. What else could you ask for? Also, check out GALLERY 19 for 2 pictures of Carmen from SCARY MOVIE.

Right now you can head on over to AOL Keyword: Carmen Electra. A while back AOL had a Keyword for Carmen Electra, but it was taken down. Now that she is in the limelight again it's back. It features a small photo gallery, a Message Board for AOL Members, a link to a small profile on her and you can also check out samples of some of her songs.

In case you're wondering what Dennis and Carmen's status currently is... "Now they remain close friends, according to Electra's publicist, who adds that Rodman and Electra speak every day."

Here are some quotes and bits of information from a MSN chat that took place before the release of Scary Movie:

"I haven't talked to Prince in about two years, but I'm a big fan and I think he's a musical genius." - Carmen Electra

Roberto Cavalli is her favorite fashion designer.

Movies coming up for Carmen Electra: "Perfume" where she plays Omar Epps girlfriend. "Getting Over Alison" with Sisqo. She has a small cameo as a Dominatrix.

TV miniseries: "Electra's Guy" which was shot in Canada and needs a network to pick it up. It's about a Fembot that has been trained to get out of any situation, but since she's not human, she knows nothing about emotion, so over time, she'll learn about emotions.

Music: In the studio working on an album on Gloria Estefan's label.

To check out her recent AOL and MSN Chats, click HERE.

Magazines: Carmen Electra will be featured in the next issue of FHM.

What every male is dying to know about... Carmen Electra to appear in December issue of PLAYBOY. It's going to be a painful few months everybody, but it'll be worth it!

UPDATES:

Carmen Electra on MTV's TRL

Carmen Electra (along with Aerosmith) will be appear on MTV's Total Request Live on Tuesday, March 6. This is a nice opportunity to find out what she's been up to. It will probably be a short interview and she may head out into the crowd in TimesSquare like she did last time she was there. TRL airs Monday through Friday - 4 PM (ET) / 3 PM (CT).
For more info. check out: TRL.

Carmen on the Big Screen

Carmen will be on the Big Screen again Friday, March 9. She will have a small role in the movie Get Over It. Here's a brief synopsis of the movie:

Get Over It tells the tale of a high school boy who is down on his luck. He loses his girlfriend and will do anything to get her back--including quitting the basketball team and trying out for an acting role in a Shakespeare play. But as soon as he stops moping over his break up, he begins to take interest in his best friend's little sister (Kirsten Dunst), and finds that romance is everywhere.

Hmm, think it's a winner? Well Carmen is in it, maybe it's worth catching at a Matinee Time. If anyone sees it, please let us know the extent of Carmen's performance in the flick, thanks!
For more info. check out: Get Over It.

Carmen in a Musical

It has come to our attention, by way of e-mail, that Carmen Electra may appear in a movie called Lord of the Dance. Apparently this is based on a Musical by the same title, which features Michael Flatley. Nothing is confirmed yet, but we'll keep you posted and if you hear something, keep us in the know.
For more info. check out: Lord of the Dance.

Well that's all we have right now, but if we remember anything else about her, or if something big happens with her, we'll update the biography on her. If anyone has any information about Carmen Electra that is not posted here, feel free to e-mail us, so you can tell us what you know and if you'd like we can give you a little credit on the site.

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