SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Maria Shriver's annual women's conference has always been an A-list affair, and this year's event is no different.

Cindy McCain, Elizabeth Edwards, Katie Couric, former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and actress Kelly Preston are among the speakers.

But the guest likely to draw the most attention is a relative newcomer to the media spotlight - reality TV personality Kate Gosselin.

California's first lady says she invited the star of TLC's "Jon & Kate Plus 8" at the suggestion of her teenage daughters who watch the show.

The invitation was sent five months ago - before Gosselin announced she and her husband were splitting after 10 years of marriage.

Shriver's conference, to be held in Long Beach in October, has become an annual showcase of women's issues and success stories.

Samantha Young, Associated Press Writer

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