VH1 Welcomes Fantasia

Fantasia will star in VH1's newest reality show.

"Fantasia has one of the most fascinating stories in show business, from her tough upbringing to her meteoric rise on the national scene thanks to 'American Idol,' " Jeff Olde, executive vp original programming at VH1, told The Hollywood Reporter. "Her challenges from fame and her unwillingness to fail have combined to create a larger-than-life talent who appeals to music lovers around the world. So many people wanted to work with her on this, but Fantasia is now part of the VH1 family, and we're so happy to have her."

The show,which will chronicle Fantasia's career and life as a single mother, is slated to air in early 2010.

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