Wednesday, June 25, 2008

The "Velvet Teddy Bear to Marry


Ruben Studdard, the “Velvet Teddy Bear” won the affection of millions of people on "American Idol," and now this weekend, he is giving his heart to one woman. A representative for the former "Idol" confirmed on Tuesday that Ruben, 29, plans a Saturday wedding. He and fiancée Surata Zuri McCants, 30, took out a marriage license on Monday, in Birmingham, Alabama according to court records.

Nicknamed the "Velvet Teddy Bear" on American Idon for his big frame and smooth voice, Ruben Studdard has released three albums since his 2003 win, including the platinum CD "Soulful." He is working on a new album.

Ruben and Surata are planning a big Southern wedding Saturday with at least 20 groomsmen at his side. The American Idol second-season champ will marry at Canterbury United Methodist Church in the tiny Mountainbrook neighborhood of Birmingham, Alabama, according to the source close to the wedding.

If you think Ruben’s fiancee looks a little familiar, then maybe you saw her in Nelly’s infamous “Tip Drill” video.

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