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July 31, 2003 - The Herald Sun reports that more than 3000 screaming fans greeted Latin pop star Ricky Martin at his only Melbourne public appearance on Wednesday, with some waiting up to nine hours to catch a glimpse of the Puerto Rican singer at Highpoint shopping centre. "It's been a long time since I was here and it's good to be back," he told swooning fans. Read more.

July 31, 2003 - The Herald Sun reports Ricky Martin is back with on/off girlfriend Mexican TV star Rebecca de Alba, arriving with her in Melbourne over the weekend. Martin, who did his sightseeing in disguise, was coy about discussing his partner. "I never talk about my love life," he said. "All I have to say is that it feels really good." As for any plans on becoming a father soon, Martin said, "Let's leave that to a higher power than mine." Read more.

July 31, 2003 - Jay Leno joked during his Tonight Show monologue on Wednesday night, "People” magazine reports that Ricky Martin has arrived in Australia with his new girlfriend - Liza Minelli."

July 31, 2003 - Getty Images has photos of Ricky Martin on his promotional tour of Australia at Highpoint on Wednesday (July 30). Check out the pictures here.

July 23, 2003 - Star magazine reports residents of a West Hollywood highrise were awakened at midnight when two bulletproof SUVs surrounded by motorcycle copes with sirens wailing pulled up in from of their building. With tenants fleeing the lobby, they learned it was only Ricky Martin and eight bodyguards coming their to visit a pal.

July 23, 2003 - Ricky Martin is nominated for Song of the Year for 'Tal Vez' for The 4th Annual Latin Grammys which will air on September 3rd at 9pm on CBS.

July 20, 2003 - Ricky Martin expressed his grief at Celia Cruz's passing at the age of 77. The singer released the following statement, "Her music not only touched my soul, but it influenced generations of singers and songwriters. Her vibrant sprit and positive energy can never be duplicated. We will always miss her." Cruz died on Wednesday at her home in New Jersey after a battle with brain cancer. Read more.

July 20, 2003 - Ricky Martin has professed his affection for India, and now action hero Suneil Shetty says the next movie he produces might have a song by the Latin sensation. "I want to use my marketing strength to create a new global awareness of Indian cinema," Shetty said. "For instance, in my second production Rakht, I plan to get Ricky Martin to sing a song. The fact that such an icon has agreed to be part of our cinema shows how big Bollywood is becoming." Read more.

July 14, 2003 - Mehrunisa writes "People magazine and VH1 compiled a list of 200 greatest pop culture icons in a special collectors edition. Ricky Martin is one of 13 music male artists. The list of music's greatest male icons included Ricky Martin Bruce Springsteen ,Garth Brooks, Stevie Wonder, Frank Sinatra, James Brown, Elton John, Prince, Sting, Bono, Johnnie Cash, Axl Rose, and Bob Dylan. See the scan of the page featuring Ricky here."

July 11, 2003 - Mehrunisa writes "Ricky Martin was in Murcia, Spain, where he headed up a gala for Spanish Television. In Murcia he was decorated with one of the highest honors offered by this city, the Order of Carvaca. Only two other people have received this order, Ricky Martin and the Prince of Asturias (a region of Spain). Check out the pictures here."

July 7, 2003 - Ricky Martin performed on the 'Murcia Que Bella Eres!' special TV show on Sunday (July 6) at TVE Studios in Murcia, Spain. Check out pictures from WireImage.

July 7, 2003 - Mehrunisa writes "Ricky Martin sat down in the Canada AM studio to talk about his new CD, what he loves about music -- and his sexy videos. Watch the clip here."

July 7, 2003 - Mehrunisa writes "Annette Chai, 38, got a kiss from Ricky Martin at an autograph session at Sherway Gardens yesterday, after giving him a cross necklace. Martin, promoting a new Spanish album, drew thousands of fans. Check out a picture here."

July 6, 2003 - Mehrunisa writes "Ricky Martin appeared on MTV Brazil on Monday (June 30). Check out the video captures from his appearance here."

July 6, 2003 - Globe Photos has pictures of Ricky Martin appearing on the Gugu show in Brazil on Wednesday (July 2). Check out the pictures here.

July 4, 2003 - Ricky Martin tells the Sydney Daily Telegraph, "I transform when I'm in India. I wear a robe and turban and let my hair grow, and I forget about things like wearing underwear."

July 4, 2003 - Escenario reports that Ricky Martin has hit Brazil to promote his new album, with appearances on 'Popstar', 'Domingo Legal', and MTV Brazil. Martin's next stop is Canada. Read an article translation here.

July 2, 2003 - Jim Farber of the New York Daily News profiled the recent releases of Ricky Martin and Madonna, and how both have fallen dramatically in record sales success. He writes of 'Almas del Silencio', "Now Martin is in a bind: He's seen as a novelty artist by the mainstream audience, and as last year's sex symbol by his core. Shakira - take note." Read more.

July 1, 2003 - Anonymous writes "Ricky Martin is in Brazil promoting his album 'Almas del Silencio' He is one of the few International Artiste to sell big in Brazil. He appeared on a Brazilian TV show called 'Hebe' and sang 'Talvez' and was asked a few questions. He talked about his foundation called People For Children That helps to fight child pornography. He was also asked what's the difference between Ricky Martin the performer and Ricky the person. He said they were the same. He doesn't wear any mask when he is performing and that its just the way he is on stage and off stage."

July 1, 2003 - Ricky Martin performed as part of the SBS 20th Anniversary Concert presented by The Amour 93.1 and Mega 97.9 on Saturday (June 28) at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Check out piuctures from WireImage, LaMusica, and Yahoo.

July 1, 2003 - Ricky Martin will appear at Sherway Gardens in Toronto on Saturday (July 5) for a CD signing in celebration of his new Spanish-language album 'Almas del Silencio'. At 4:30pm ET on Saturday (July 5), in the Centre Court at Sherway Gardens, fans will have a chance to meet Latin superstar. Read more.

July 1, 2003 - Ricky Martin performed on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno on Friday (June 27) at NBC Studios in Burbank, California. Check out pictures from GettyImages and WireImage.

July 1, 2003 - Zaida Colón Martínez reviewed Ricky Martin's concert at Madison Square Garden on Saturday (June 28). He says before Martin performed his hit 'Tal Vez', he told the audience, "This song talks about a beginning in my life. Thanks for being here, thanks for supporting me, it's a pleasure to be once again here on this wonderful stage, but the most important is to be able to sing to the Latin people of this nation. This night I swear I'll leave my soul on stage as always, I swear it. I want to sing a song that is very special for me because it describes what I am, from what I'm made of, I come from a precious little island in the Caribbean, Puerto Rico. In that island they taught me the beauty of being part of the race of a thousand colors." Read more.

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