| Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo saw the New Year in together in Times Square in New York. According to People magazine, the loved-up couple were very much focused on each other while welcoming 2007 in. The stars have been dating for eight months. Just before midnight, the couple discussed 2006 in front of MTV cameras. Lachey then whispered in Minnillo's ear and kissed her neck. Minnillo, who is an MTV presenter, was emotional during the evening, saying, "everyone that is important in my life is here. I literally choked up. I'M just so happy." Lachey also commented on how beautiful his date looked. At the stroke of midnight, the two stars shared a passionate kiss and champagne. Lachey, 33, and Minnillo, 26, finished their evening at Marquee. | 
