Arguably one of the highest profile television music specials ever produced, Vh1 Divas brings together music’s most powerful women and greatest performers live on one stage. The very first VH1 Divas special took place just over ten years ago and it became one of the most anticipated music and pop culture events of the entertainment year.

In a completely new twist for 2009, VH1 will be incorporating the fan experience into the show. We’ve created the Web site Diva Stories at divastories.vh1.com where fans can tell the world why they love their Diva. VH1 will be reading the testimonials and watching the videos fans upload to the site. Some participants may be chosen to become part of the promotional campaign, or even the show itself! Stay tuned for more.

VH1 Divas also reinvents itself this year with a crop of new, young superstars, including Adele, Kelly Clarkson, Miley Cyrus, and Leona Lewis. While relatively new to the entertainment scene, these women are poised to join the ranks of the most legendary women and voices of our times. Past Divas have included Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Shania Twain, Gloria Estefan, Carole King, Tina Turner, Faith Hill, Cher, Patti LaBelle, Diana Ross, Shakira, Mary J Blige, Whitney Houston, Beyonce, and Elton John.

Follow us on Twitter for the latest Divas news. VH1 Divas premieres live September 17th, 2009 at 9/8c.