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Maybe you suffer from an unexplainable pickle allergy, or are an environmentalist and therefore loathe when anyone uses an aerosol can...but either way, as icky as it feels to write, there are a select number of individuals who dislike Snooki. How anyone could develop so much distaste for a modern-day reality comedienne is beyond us, but they exist, and The CW's newest show, "H8R" (premieres Sept. 14 at 8/7c), aims to find these people. (Yes, we mean that in an offensive way.) With Mario Lopez at the reins, he'll help connect angry hater with defensive hatee.

Check out a preview clip from the upcoming series below, where the "Jersey Shore" castie heads to a bar to meet her biggest anti-fan, Nic. She says he sucks; he says she sucks more. Screaming ensues.

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Mario Lopez has his hands full hosting his sixth season of "America's Best Dance Crew," but this week he took some time out behind the scenes with ABDC Insider host Layla Kayleigh to talk about the show's Top Two contenders, IaMmE and Iconic Boyz. In this interview, Mario dishes the inside scoop on the season finale, his robot swag and why he's gotten so serious lately! Check it out:

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Here we are, already at Week 8 of "ABDC"'s Season of the Superstars! Three crews remain in the running for the coveted title of "America's Best Dance Crew" and accompanying $100,000 cash prize: Boston's Phunk Phenomenon, Jersey's Iconic Boyz and Houston's IaMMe.

For this week's challenge, "ABDC" alumni Poreotix delivered what Mario Lopez called "the most difficult challenge of the season": each crew had to incorporate three classic moves (The Dougie, Boogaloo and Isos) into their Kanye West performance. One crew will be eliminated tonight, and at the end of the show, the remaining two will have their last chance to dance before final viewer voting takes place.

ABDC Insider Layla Kayleigh checked in with the crews backstage as they prepared to show their wares. Think any of them got a wink of sleep this week? Find out here:

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Snooki's on a manhunt. The "Jersey Shore" princess just finished shooting in Miami for Season 2 and has already made a dating video outlining the type of man she'll be looking for in Seaside Heights. So what are her criteria? Let's start with a non-scary, tan, funny, Ed Hardy-loving, gorilla-status muscle man. (Who doesn't want that?)

We decided to help our girl out and line up five guys that match her requirements ... sorta. Watch Snooki's video, then check out our picks and see if you agree!

MARIO LOPEZ
Why He Fits The Bill: Mario has many of the qualities Snooki's looking for: an amazing physique, golden glow and charming personality. Plus, she already asked him out at the Grammys, so all he needs to do is say yes.
What Snooki Might Say: "Hook that up already!"

BRET MICHAELS
Why He Fits The Bill: The old-school rocker wears diamond-encrusted clothes and accessories that closely resemble that of the Ed Hardy brand. Plus, he loves to party at the club. (Guess they'll just have to dance to different music.)
What Snooki Might Say: "I can beat up the beat with anyone."

WARREN THE APE
Why He Fits The Bill: OK, so we took her a bit too literally, but hey, she asked for a gorilla and we got her one. Hey, Warren always calls it like it is, so they've got a lot in common!
What Snooki Might Say: "Sure, why not? I've kissed worse."

VIN DIESEL
Why He Fits The Bill: His perfectly sculpted biceps and chiseled abs put him high up on any girl's list. He's not entirely meathead-y either -- did you see "The Pacifier"?
What Snooki Might Say: "Come to mama!"

GEORGE HAMILTON
Why He Fits The Bill: So he's way, way older than her, but the man's been rocking that orange-hue before Snooki even knew how to pouf. If she wants a guy with deep color, then George is the best man for the job.
What Snooki Might Say: "Hell to the no, but I'd def go tanning with him!"

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Last week, Mario explained the voting mishap and, in case you're wondering how this week will play out, here's the scoop.

Since Blueprint Cru have been awarded immunity, they're guaranteed a spot in next week's showdown. They'll likely be the first crew to perform and move on. The top three crews will then perform and head back to the garage to wait with Blueprint Cru. The bottom three crews will prep for a do-or-die battle. That's all we can tell you.

Tune in Thursday at 10/9c to see how it all unfolds.

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ABDC has been attracting some of the world's most famous athletes lately. Last week, the Pacman showed up, and last night, the reigning MLB home run king, Barry Bonds, attended the taping with his son and daughter. Between takes, Mario Lopez made sure to spend a few moments with the former baseball Giant. Here are some amazing highlights to look forward to seeing tomorrow night:

— Stripper poles galore!

— One judge tells a crew that they performed the best routine of the entire season! — Two of the judges kiss each other on stage!? — JC apologizes to one crew for a mistake he made last week. — Attack of the 10-foot woman! Make sure to watch America's Best Dance Crew tomorrow night at 10/9p to break down the clues.

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During tape days, there's always a block of time when the crews are sequestered outside of Stage 15 (where ABDC films) so that production can rehearse with Mario Lopez and the judges. Some crews use this time to practice dance moves, while others use it to sing really bad songs. Check out the video to see what we mean...

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Last night's taping was a knockout -- literally -- as one of the world's premiere and most dangerous boxers, Manny Pacquiao, visited the ABDC stage. Invited by host and friend, Mario Lopez, the place roared with excitement when the 50-3-2 fighter took to the stage.

Here are some highlights to look forward to seeing tomorrow night:

- JC tells one crew that their costumes are "too much" for him!
- Another crew unleashes their inner 'wolf' to the crowd's delight.
- Girl-on-girl action goes down -- need I say more?
- One eclectic crew goes 'shopping' on stage.

Make sure to watch America's Best Dance Crew tomorrow night at 10/9p to decipher the clues!

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Shooting video and snapping photos at the ABDC set ain't a bad gig. And to top off the fun we've had every day, all season long, we're live-blogging from the show finale. Before, during and after this last episode airs at 9pm, we'll be sharing video of everything and anything we catch happening on stage, off stage, in the stands, behind the blahblahblah. You get the picture. Take a peek below and see what's already been goin' down!

Massive Monkees' Brysen chats up his fellow crews before they hit the stage:

Mario announces that ABDC will be back for another season!

Do-Knock checks out the show's first performance ... and digs it!

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At the end of every ABDC, Mario says his goodnights and then calls all the crews back out for some dance circle action. But unfortunately, we only get to see about 10 seconds of it ... that is, until now! Here's what happens on stage long after the credits stop rolling.

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