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2010-10-25T19:46:00.001-07:00

Cameron Diaz and Glee’s Matthew Morrison: A Couple?�–Holly Wire Taylor Swift Performing on DWTS�–Right Celebrity Rihanna Misses Katy Perry’s Wedding�–The Celebrity Cafe Robert Downey Jr. Talks Babies in Playboy Magazine�–Tonic Gossip Coco’s Breasts Nearly Popping Out of Her Dress�–Girls Talkin Smack Mel Gibson Not Happy Over Being Replaced on Hangover 2�–Celebrity Dirty Laundry Justin Bieber [...]

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Joe Finley: America?s Got Talent (Video)

2010-10-25T17:46:00.001-07:00

Joe Finley, an America?s Got Talent contestant was arrested this weekend for possession of ecstasy, the same day he also reported his wife missing. She was found dead. Read more details here and watch a video of Joe Finley.

I was unaware that AGT was already auditioning; it seems like the last season just ended! But [...]

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Julianne Moore Premieres "The Kids Are Alright"

2010-10-25T15:46:00.001-07:00

Showing up for the premiere of her latest film, Julianne Moore was spotted at the 54th BFI London Film Festival on Monday evening (October 25).

The ?Chloe? actress arrived at the Vue West End donning a rather interesting multi-colored dress paired with heels while walking the red carpet before heading inside for the debut of ?The Kids Are Alright.?

The Lisa Cholodenko directed movie finds "two children conceived by artificial insemination bring their birth father into their family life."

Meanwhile, in a recent interview with Allure magazine the 49-year-old beauty explained her thoughts on Botox and plastic surgery.

She told, "I hate to condemn people for doing it, but I don't believe it makes people look better. I think it just makes them look like they had something done to their face. When you look at somebody who's had their face altered in some way, it just looks weird."

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Janet Jackson Gets FAB For JET Magazine

2010-10-25T13:46:00.001-07:00

Janet Jackson, the star of the upcoming film For Colored Girls, is covering next week's JET magazine. And the lady in red is looking fabulous. And she's finally dishing aout her cougarific new relationship.

Check out the cover when you read on....

Pop icon Janet Jackson says her romance with her younger beau, Wissam Al Mana, is "very, very nice". I know it is girl...

JET Entertainment Reporter Miki Turner caught up with Janet Jackson, 44, to get the scoop about her intense role in Tyler Perry's new film, "For Colored Girls," where she plays a high-maintenance magazine editor.

Readers find out more about the superstar's life on and off screen. "Right now, I'm really all about enjoying every moment of my life because you never know what tomorrow brings," said Jackson.

Follow YBF's TWITTERas tonight we're dishing details LIVE from the For Colored Girls NYC Red Carpet Premiere!

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Brand, Perry Wed at Tiger Reserve in India

2010-10-25T11:46:00.001-07:00

Oct. 25 - Comedian Russell Brand and pop star Katy Perry were married Saturday in northwestern India, the couple confirmed in a statement.

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No hay más Led Zeppelin

2010-10-25T09:46:00.001-07:00

A pesar de lo dicho ayer, Peter Mensch, manager del guitarrista Jimmy Page, se retractó totalmente en eso que la banda buscaría un reemplazo al ultragenial Robert Plant para seguir rockeando y toureándola por el mundo tras su show de 2007 en el O2 Arena de Londres por el poder de la música más sexual de la historia. No habrá más Led Zeppelin, no hay planes de que lo haya.

Mensch comentó: "Led Zeppelin se acabó. Si no los vieron en el 2007, se los perdieron. Probaron reemplazantes a Robert Plant, pero nada funcionó. Se acabó. No hay planes para continuar. Francamente, ojalá todos dejaran de hablar al respecto."

Los fans no están nada contentos, especialmente los británicos, considerando los precios delirantes de las entradas del show reunión.

¿Y a ti? ¿Qué te parece todo esto?

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Doutzen Kroes posed for a sexy shoot

2010-10-25T07:46:00.001-07:00

Looking ever-so-sexy, Doutzen Kroes posed for a sexy shoot for Canada's Flare magazine prior to the emergence of her burgeoning baby bump. While she's currently in the midst of her first pregnancy, the Victoria's Secret beauty donned numerous stylish ensembles including a drool-invoking leopard print bodysuit as photographers captured each and every moment. In the interview accompanying the spread, Miss Kroes talked about how she goes against the mold for models with her curvier, fuller body. She said: "I was told to lose weight in the beginning. I could be considered really skinny by some women in the country, but I think I am one of the [models] who is very close to representing a body more people can relate to. It's important that we are aware of what kind of message we are putting out. There are girls who are eight or 10 years old who are watching what they are eating! I wasn't even thinking about those things at that age. I was eating all the candy I could get my hands on!" Enjoy the pictures of Doutzen Kroes in Flare Canada and posing for a new Victoria's Secret shoot! [gallery=740]

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Fab Sale Round-Up: HauteLook, Zulily and More!

2010-10-25T05:46:00.001-07:00

Check out our round-up of this week's best mommy and baby deals!

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Usher - Spotlight

2010-10-25T03:46:00.001-07:00

Spotlight

Artist: Usher
Label: Warner Bros. Records, Asylum, Mizay Ent
Director: Benny Boom
Album: The State vs. Radric Davis

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2010-10-25T01:46:00.001-07:00

On Wednesday (September 29), Paris Hilton ventured out for an afternoon shopping spree in Beverly Hills, California. Carrying along one of her canine companions each and every step of the way, the hotel heiress stopped at a few stores on trendy Rodeo Drive while checking out the sunglasses selection. Enjoy the pictures of Paris Hilton out shopping in Beverly Hills. [gallery=739]

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Victoria Justice's Hairy New Role

2010-10-24T23:46:00.001-07:00

Oct. 22 - Teen star Victoria Justice plays a teen werewolf in a new Halloween-themed movie airing Saturday, Oct. 23 at 8/7c on Nickelodeon.

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Shenae Grimes and Jessica Stroup's Joint Birthday Bash

2010-10-24T21:46:00.001-07:00

Joining together for a weekend celebration, Shenae Grimes and Jessica Stroup held a joint birthday bash at Beacher's Madhouse at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel on Saturday night (October 23).

Presented by Samsung Galaxy S, the "90210" hotties were treated to a vaudeville-esque fete at which guests were strongly encouraged to dress the part in theatrical attire.

A GossipCenter source tells that both girls, in full costume, were in great spirits and spent the evening dancing and catching up with friends.

At one point, David Arquette (who co-owns Beacher's) led the crowd in singing "Happy Birthday" as Shenae and Jessica were presented with a giant birthday cake along with a few other small gifts.

Also in attendance for the event were Brittany Snow, Paris and Nicky Hilton, Brandon Davis, and fellow "90210" co-stars AnnaLynne McCord, Ryan Eggold, Trevor Donovan and Michael Steger.

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Do Not Want: Tighty-Whitey Gloves

2010-10-24T19:46:00.001-07:00

When I think of ways to guard my hands from winter's chill, I recall wool mittens, cozy fireplaces, or glamorous faux fur handwarmers. I don't usually think of sticking my hand in a dude's underwear. And even if I did, I'd probably go for plaid boxers over tighty-whities. But hey, to each her own. ["Handerpants" Fingerless Gloves, $16, Fred Flare]

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Photos | Justin Bieber With Other Celebrity Tattoos

2010-10-24T17:46:00.001-07:00

Justin Bieber With Other Celebrity Tattoos

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Lindsay is due in court.

2010-10-24T15:46:00.001-07:00

Lindsay is due in court today as part of her DUI probation terms, and it seems Lindsay Lohan is confident that she?s on the right track.

The ?Mean Girls? babe did a video interview yesterday (May 23) in which she stated that she?s in compliance with the judge?s terms of probation and isn?t anticipating any push back from the court.

Nervously, LiLo stated, ?I don?t see what reason I would go to prison for. I?ve been more than in compliance with everything having to do with the court system. I don?t see why I?d have to go to prison and the only person whose suggested anything like that is my father.?

She continued, ?I wasn?t partying in Cannes. I was there for work. I was there promoting a film. I?ve been focusing on my work and getting my classes done, therefore, you know just to be able to start to film again so I can have this all put behind me. And that?s been my goal for a very long time now. I got into this because I enjoy acting not because I enjoy going to court and having to deal with certain things like this.?

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Jim Parsons Makes Geeks Chic

2010-10-24T13:46:00.001-07:00

Oct. 22 - The Emmy winning actor talks about his hit TV comedy 'The Big Bang Theory' and his character's noteworthy laugh.

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Usher's VMA Performance To Be Worthy Of A 'King'

2010-10-24T11:46:00.001-07:00

Awards-show executive producer teases Ush's 'best televised dance routine' in years.
By James Montgomery

Usher's VMA rehearsal on September 9
Photo: Ciel VanderVeen/MTV

LOS ANGELES — The success of Usher's "OMG" is as much a testament to his unyielding popularity as an artist as it is his ability to, well, dance his ass off. That's particularly apparent in the Video Music Award-nominated video for the song, which features Ush and a bevy of beauties popping, locking, pivoting and posing in ways we never thought possible. Quite simply, the man can move.

So when it came time to plot out his VMA performance, well, Usher's team -- and the brain trust behind the show -- didn't have a whole lot of trouble coming up with a concept. The dancing was going to be front and center. The only question was: How could they take things to the next level.

"We all sat in a room and came up with a concept for the stage, and then we took that concept to Usher," VMA executive producer Dave Sirulnick told MTV News. "We said to him, 'We want to do the best televised dance routine that you've done in years. Let's show why you're the king.' "

And Ush's Sunday night performance is very much an affair worthy of royalty. Full of eye-popping moves, hip-dipping dancers and more special effects than a Hollywood blockbuster, it makes full use of not just the epic VMA stage (which practically engulfs the entirety of Nokia Theater), but the space behind it.

While we can't give away too many details, based on the rehearsals we saw Thursday, the off-the-wall choreography is only part of the attraction. There are lasers and LED lights, stunts, slides and even some props. Like we said, it's kind of like a Hollywood blockbuster. And kind of a coronation too. After all, Usher is the king.

The 27th annual MTV Video Music Awards will be broadcast live from the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday. The party starts with MTV News' VMA Pre-Show at 8 p.m., followed by the main event at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Fans can go to VMA.MTV.com (or text VMA to 97979 if they are Verizon subscribers) to vote for Best New Artist from now through Sunday.

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Raw Video: Lohan Arrives for Court Hearing

2010-10-24T09:46:00.001-07:00

Oct. 22 - Lindsay Lohan is returning to familiar territory, a criminal court to face a judge who could send her back to jail or rehab for a failed drug test.

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Conan's First Guests & The Future of 'Jersey Shore': TV Tidbits You Need to Know

2010-10-24T07:46:00.001-07:00

Well, that's it, folks. Jersey Shore aired its Season 2 finale on Thursday. Now where will you go for your weekly fix of hot tub hookups? MTV's Real World: Las Vegas doesn't start until March. But chin up, Shore fans, you won't have to wait long for Season 3. It premieres Jan. 6.

What can viewers expect? "All the relationships start taking a turn, some for the good, some for the bad," executive producer SallyAnn Salsano told The Hollywood Reporter. "The kids legitimately grow up and come into their own in front of your eyes."

Though rumors are swirling about Pauly D and Snooki spinoffs, Salsano won't get specific. "We shoot with the kids all the time," she says. "We’re always constantly shooting with them in their lives. I don't know if there is anything official."

In other TV news, Jenny McCarthy is developing a "women-empowering" talk show on Oprah Winfrey's new network, OWN. In this clip, she's giving Jimmy Kimmel the lowdown. Hopefully, Oprah wasn't watching.

Meanwhile, Whoopi Goldberg's still doing damage control over the Bill O'Reilly blowup on The View. She says she had a reason for walking off the set when O'Reilly said something offensive: Goldberg told Greta Van Susteren that she "was going to cuss him out" and knew that could have gotten her fired.

Last but not least, Conan O'Brien has announced the names of stars visiting his show during its premiere week (TBS, Nov. 8, 11 p.m. ET). Here's who you'll be treated to:

Monday, Nov. 8 - First Guest Poll winner, Seth Rogen and musical guest Jack White

Tuesday, Nov. 9 - Tom Hanks, Jack McBrayer and musical guest Soundgarden

Wednesday, Nov. 10 - Jon Hamm, Charlyne Yi and musical guest Fistful of Mercy

Thursday, Nov. 11 - Michael Cera, Julie Bowen and comedian Jon Dore

What do you think of Conan's first week guest lineup? Chime in below!

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Celebs Love The School Kids: Keri Hilson, Shaq, Rick Ross, & More

2010-10-24T05:46:00.001-07:00

It's been a busy week for some of the YBF celebs who have been in various spots around the country inspiring the kids in their own ways. See what Keri Hilson, Big Boi, Shaq and Rick Ross have been up to inside.....

Big Boi and Keri Hilson surprised 1000 high school students on Thursday in Chicago, Illinois. Joining MTV News correspondent Tim Kash, the trio spoke to the elated students as part of the Get Schooled National Challenge and Tour. The purpose of the tour is to engage students and encourage them to improve their high school graduation rates, with the goal of increasing college completion rates.

Big Boy told the kiddies:

"Before I started doing music, I was actually going to school to study child psychology, but, when I was in 11th grade, we went platinum," Big Boi revealed. "But I still finished and graduated with honors…you need that."

Talking about her own experience, Keri said,

"I juggled a lot in high school. I had to learn balance...I had to learn to prioritize my time. I think that is the key to making it through high school in life in general, is knowing what's important, attacking that and executing everything."

Keri added that she was also co-captain of her high school basketball team, in addition to participating in theater.

Great message for the kids. I hope that went over well.

And over in Boston at Harvard University, NBA Baller Shaquille O'neal made a strong and solid appearance as a statue on the campus. He sent a simple tweet to his followers about posing in Harvard Square, and when he arrived, he stuck a post as a "sitting man" for nearly an hour. Fans posed for pictures, rubbed his head, blew kisses and tried to make the Shaq laugh. He had promised the stunt two weeks ago on Boston sports radio station WBZ-FM.

Yesterday Shaq tweeted at 2:15 p.m., “On my way to Harvard Square. Statue time.”

And because Shaq is one of the most recognizable people in the world, the crowd soon swelled to hundreds. By 3 p.m., Shaq was done. He later said, “I can now tell everybody I went to Harvard.”

And last but not least, Chrisette Michele and Rick Ross rocked out for Morehouse and Spelman's homecoming week.

And it looks like Miss Michele sang her heart out. She performed "I'm A Star" from her next album Let Freedom Reign out Nov. 30.

The Teflon Don came through as well to drop some urban knowledge on the students.

I hope the entertainment provided translates into higher grades for all the students. Good to see celebs pushing for education.

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Oprah Scores Interviews With Former President Bush And Michael Jackson?s Parents

2010-10-24T03:46:00.001-07:00

Former President George W. Bush and Michael Jackson’s parents are among the big names “The Oprah Winfrey Show” has booked for the November ratings sweeps. Harpo Productions released a schedule Friday, including a show featuring Bush discussing his memoir, “Decision Points,” on Nov. 9 – the day of its release. No date was given for [...]

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Photos | Exclusive: 'Fame: Lady Gaga 2' Comic Preview

2010-10-24T01:46:00.001-07:00

Exclusive: 'Fame: Lady Gaga 2' Comic Preview

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Lady Gaga Challenged To $1 Million Sing-Off By L.A. Performer

2010-10-23T23:46:00.001-07:00

'This contest gives people a chance to choose which they prefer: plastic or real,' singer Alisa Apps says.
By James Montgomery

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Alisa Apps is a Los Angeles-based singer who really, truly believes she is better than Lady Gaga ... and she's willing to go head-to-head with her to prove it.

On Tuesday, Apps challenged Gaga to a televised sing-off — which she proposed would take place at either New York's Madison Square Garden or London's O2 Arena — with the winner taking home a cash prize of $1 million. Each artist would perform a series of songs, with a panel of judges determining just who is the superior singer.

Challenging the reigning queen of pop music is a pretty ingenious way to garner headlines, but according to Apps, she's not stepping to Gaga to make a name for herself. She's doing it out of pity — and to prove a point.

"I feel sorry for Lady Gaga — she's just a plastic doll generated by the music money marketing machine," Apps said in an alliteration-heavy press release. "I stand for the voice of your heart. Be real with me. Come to my world and feel. I want to hear you and for you to hear me. This contest gives people a chance to choose which they prefer: plastic or real."

Oh snap. Apps — who, according to her MySpace page, is signed to a "major" label (but has, to the best of our knowledge, yet to release a major-label album) — does command a rather robust YouTube fanbase, with a video of her performing an original song called "How Do I Make Right?" racking up more than 1 million views. It also bears mention that, back in 2008, on her official YouTube channel, she took aim at diva Mariah Carey with a stunt she called "The Pop Star Challenge".

Apps did not respond to MTV News' request for comment on the Gaga challenge by press time; nor did a rep for Gaga, though, really, that didn't surprise us all that much.

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Justin Bieber - Eenie Meenie

2010-10-23T21:46:00.001-07:00

Eenie Meenie

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The Nevada Supreme Court Denied O.J. Simpson?s Appeal

2010-10-23T19:46:00.001-07:00

The Nevada Supreme Court refused Friday to overturn O.J. Simpson’s armed robbery and kidnapping convictions, rejecting a claim that prospective jurors were dismissed because they were black. Simpson attorney Yale Galanter planned to take Simpson’s appeal to federal court after his 2008 conviction in the gunpoint heist in a Las Vegas hotel room was upheld. [...]

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Photos | Halle Berry, Mary J. Blige, More At The 6th Annual Black Ball

2010-10-23T17:46:00.001-07:00

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Interview with Bryce Dallas Howard from Hereafter

2010-10-23T15:46:00.001-07:00

When Bryce Dallas Howard was born in 1981, her father, Ron Howard, was just coming off the heels of playing one of television's most famous characters, Richie Cunningham on Happy Days. And yet you've never seen Howard's name in the tabloids. Though the 29-year-old star of the new Matt Damon movie, Hereafter, says that children of celebrities "are often quite misguided," she tells iVillage exclusively that when raising her son, Theo, 3 (with actor husband Seth Gabel), she follows the valuable lessons her parents taught her.

"I had a great example that was set by my parents and also by my grandparents as well," Howard explains. "Just how to raise kids that are around the business... how to still instill values in them that are important to create normalcy and to help a person grow into what they're supposed to be."

Knowing that show business "sometimes fights against those kinds of values," Howard hopes to follow in her parents' footsteps, though she may make a few different moves (literally!). "When I was 5, my parents moved to Connecticut. I have so many friends that live in Los Angeles, it would be so sad to move away from them," she explains. "So I don't know if I'll be able to do that exact thing, but I really really take their lead in terms of how they raised us."

Watch our exclusive video above to find out what it was like for Howard to watch Hereafter with her mom and how she dealt with the movie's dark themes.

Do you think it's difficult for celebrities to raise children in Hollywood? Chime in below!

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Oprah Scores Interviews With Former President Bush And Michael Jackson?s Parents

2010-10-23T13:46:00.001-07:00

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Justin Bieber 3-D Movie Poster: The Pieces So Far!

2010-10-23T11:46:00.001-07:00

With a little help from Usher, Ryan Seacrest and Ellen DeGeneres, MTV News plays along to uncover film's title.
By Jocelyn Vena

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On Wednesday morning, Jon Chu, the director of Justin Bieber's 3-D movie, took to his Twitter to send all the Beliebers on a hunt for the pieces of a puzzle that make up the film's poster, which will then also reveal the title.

Nearly a day and a half later, all the pieces of the puzzle have yet to be revealed, but MTV News has been endeavoring to play along. We can't wait until the official reveal on Friday.

The pieces so far have been unveiled by a number of celebrities, including Ellen DeGeneres, Usher, Ryan Seacrest and Perez Hilton. Members of Bieber's inner circle, like manager Scooter Braun, and various other Twitter feeds run by British celebrity magazine Heat and the Bieber Army have also revealed some clues. Chu even got into the fun, revealing the first piece of the puzzle. If you want to play along, follow the #JBValentinesDay hashtag.

What did DeGeneres have to say about her contribution to the dizzying treasure hunt? "I'd recognize those lips anywhere," she wrote. "@JustinBieber - heres another piece of the puzzle, Beliebers."

As for Usher, he had one key piece of the Bieber look to share with fans. "So apparently some guy named @UsherRaymondIV has tweeted Piece #8," Chu shared about Usher's contribution. "Could that be the hair?! Only a few more to go!"

Heat added: "Justin Bieber fans, here's our very special piece of the Justin Bieber Poster Puzzle... enjoy! @JustinBieber #JBVa." The mag later added, "Not a fan of Justin Bieber, then move along."

America's very own reformed gossip gangsta, Perez Hilton, revealed his own piece of the puzzle. "Found Piece #5!!! @perezhilton had it!!" Chu said. "Of course. Oh and it IS a good one. check it out."

And then the Bieber Army got in on the action, tweeting its own piece to the puzzle: "Here is puzzle piece #4! Look out for more to complete the @JustinBieber 3D movie poster!"

Braun initially played coy about his piece. "So i see @jonmchu and @ryanseacrest have pieces of the new @justinbieber movie poster revealing the title. maybe I have one. Interesting," he wrote before spilling the beans. "Ok ok here is the next piece. What's the title of the @justinbieber Movie @jonmchu?? AW C'MON!!"

Chu noted that things were getting interesting when Ryan Seacrest got into the action with his piece. He tweeted: "Now here's piece #2 of the @JustinBieber movie poster."

However, it all started with Chu. "GAME ON!" he wrote Wednesday. "@justinbieber MOVIE POSTER/TITLE REVEAL BEGINS Collect ALL the pieces 2 UNCOVER."

Share your title guesses in the comments!

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2010-10-23T09:46:00.001-07:00

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Kanye West Rants About Undeserving Award Winners

2010-10-23T07:46:00.001-07:00

Kanye West is at it again. But sadly it is not singing. While speaking to Access Hollywood about his new short film, Runaway, the outspoken rapper once again let his mouth run away when it came to the topic of next year’s Grammy nominations. Check out his response in the interview clip below.

West still wants to discuss last year, where he was criticized for interrupting Taylor Swift’s acceptance speech for Best Female Video. He asked, "Why are the last four Albums of the Year: Taylor Swift, Dixie Chicks, Ray Charles and Herbie Hancock? Like, you know, with all due respect… that’s inaccurate. How about albums that sold 10 million?"

West might have his own album, My Beautiful Twisted Reality, in mind which is set to be released November 22. But really, this isn’t about him. "I don’t really care about me. It’s about everybody. It’s about artists. It’s about fair ground. If Drake is having an awesome year and his year is better than mine, I’m not gonna say I should win. I’m gonna say Drake should win."

If nothing else the rapper is sure to have a busy year. On top of his first new album in three years, the 35-minute short he directed starring Victoria’s Secret model Selita Ebanks and named after one of his new songs will air on MTV tomorrow night at 8pm EST. Ironically the same network where he placed partial blame. "I pinpoint the Grammys and the VMAs because they have to take responsibility, because they mean something to us," he said. "Little kids, 6-years [old], that are singing in front of the mirror. They’re also thinking about their Grammy speech."

But the question is, is West thinking about interrupting their acceptance speech too?

Do you take Kanye's feelings about award winners seriously or is this just another rant? Chime in below!

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Photos | Exclusive: 'Fame: Lady Gaga 2' Comic Preview

2010-10-23T05:46:00.001-07:00

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Playgirl Wants The Men Of "Glee"

2010-10-23T03:46:00.001-07:00

It's time to play another round of "How much would Playgirl pay famous dudes to take their clothes off?" Last time we talked, Vinny of "Jersey Shore" got an offer for $30K, which doesn't stack up to the $100K that Levi Johnston supposedly netted from the mag. Now, Playgirl is after the men of "Glee." But not just any "Glee" stud—they want Chord Overstreet (Sam) or Mark Salling (Puck). They'd pass on Cory Monteith (Finn) or Matthew Morrison (Mr. Schuester). A rep for the mag said they would offer Chord and Mark $100K each for a shoot, and assured them it wouldn't even have to be X-rated.

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Ronnie James Dio Dead at 67

2010-10-23T01:46:00.001-07:00

Today, the heavy metal world lost a true legend. Ronnie James Dio, who most recently fronted the Black Sabbath-without-Ozzy band Heaven & Hell, lost his battle with stomach cancer at 7:45 a.m. PST. He was 67.
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Mr. West Premieres "Runaway" In NYC, Reveals First 2 "My Beautiful Dark & Twisted Fantasy" Album Covers

2010-10-22T23:46:00.001-07:00

Kanye premiered his new movie short "Runaway" at Landmark's Sunshine Theater in Manhattan last night. It was chaotic scene of tons of people and event staff making people stash their cameras and cell phones in ziploc bags, but fun times nonetheless.

Pics of 'Ye's celeb friends who came out to support when you read on...

Lookin' good Mr. West.

His "muse" Selita Ebanks was there looking nice in silver.

Not a fan of the shoes though.

Hot 97's Angie Martinez hit the carpet.

Chrisette Michele got bold in a red long sweater coat and jeans.

VIBE's Datwon Thomas was there.

So were DJ's Enuff and Camilo.

John Legend brought his girlfriend Christine along.

Rocsi rocked an all black look. Cute leggings.

And Swizzy wasn't letting a new $1.5 million lawsuit over his song "Drink 'N My 2 Step" get him down. He was there as well.

Kanye's doing 5 covers for his upcoming My Beautiful Dark & Twisted Fantasy. And so far, 2 have been revealed:

Interesting. You feelin' these?

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2010-10-22T19:46:00.001-07:00

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Led Zeppelin - Whole Lotta Love

2010-10-22T17:46:00.001-07:00

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You Can Do It! (Okay, Maybe Not)

2010-10-22T15:46:00.001-07:00

The world's worst band is playing at a neighborhood fest/farmer's market one block from my apartment, but they're so loud that it sounds like they're playing right outside my window. I just ventured out so I could see what they look like and take a picture to show you, but as it turns out they're a group of down-on-their-luck teenagers playing plastic buckets and ginormous metal bazookas (which looks like trombones but aren't), so I felt bad and didn't do so.

But you know, this leads me to something. You want to encourage these kids and be like, "Keep playing your music! You can do it!" But at what point do you tell them they're awful? I mean, the neighborhood is suffering because of the noise. I have my TV turned up all the way to drown them out.

It reminds me of when I played the flute in the fourth grade school band. I thought we were amazing but then we had a concert. Afterward, when I asked my step-dad how we were, he laughed and said, "You sounded like the Charlie Brown school band." I was eight or nine years old at the time, but I was old enough to be told I sucked. I remember not caring. These kids are teenagers... I think it's time someone encouraged them to find another career path because this jam-band thing isn't working out.

(Btw, I couldn't find a clip of the Peanuts gang school band to show you, but you know what I'm talking about, right? They were horrible.)

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And Mel Gibson's 'Hangover 2' Cameo Goes To... Liam Neeson, Robin Williams or Kurt Russell?

2010-10-22T13:46:00.001-07:00

With Mel Gibson a definite no-go for the "The Hangover 2," Warner Bros. is already off to the races to land another A-list cameo for the film.
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Miley Cyrus To Marry Liam Hemsworth?

2010-10-22T11:46:00.001-07:00

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Billy Joel's 'Last Play at Shea' Now Playing For One Night Only

2010-10-22T09:46:00.001-07:00

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Adam Lambert's 'Whole Lotta Love': The Story Behind The Cover

2010-10-22T07:46:00.001-07:00

Glam rocker tackled the legendary 1970 Led Zeppelin song for 'American Idol' rock night.
By Gil Kaufman

Adam Lambert performs "Whole Lotta Love" on "American Idol" on Tuesday
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Imagine a freight train speeding toward you at midnight. Or a rockslide barreling down a hill as you try to outrace it. That's the feeling of the ominous, chugging Jimmy Page riff that kicks off Led Zeppelin's 1970 Stonehenge of rock, "Whole Lotta Love." And that's before singer Robert Plant leans into one of the nastiest, ecstatic rock screams this side of the Who's "Won't Get Fooled Again."

That's the song Adam Lambert chose to sing on "American Idol" rock night Tuesday (May 5), and, needless to say, it was a challenge that the eyeliner-loving Los Angeles stage veteran was more than up for, hitting a series of high notes and rock screams that would have made Plant proud. It was a risky maneuver that paid off for Lambert, who chose a tune that came in at #75 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "500 Greatest Songs of All Time" in 2004.

The legendary British rock act recorded the tribute to Chicago blues icon Willie Dixon during their second U.S. tour after working it out in their live show, including it on their 1969 classic album Led Zeppelin II. Like many of the songs Zeppelin performed early in their career, "Love" was a blues standard turned on its head with a heavy dose of crunching psychedelic guitar and thundering drums, courtesy of late drummer John Bonham. The song was based on a 1962 tune by another blues forefather, Muddy Waters, called "You Need Love," which was penned by Dixon.

For Zeppelin's version, Plant customized the lyrics by adding some lyrical quotes from a few other songs Dixon wrote for Howlin' Wolf, "Back Door Man" and "Shake For Me," nailing the tricky vocal in a single take. It was also inspired by 1966's "You Need Loving" from the British rock group the Small Faces, for whom Zeppelin had great affection, but they also did not credit Dixon for his part in writing the original lyrics. The song became Zeppelin's first U.S. single and their only U.S. top 10 hit. Though their manager would not let them release singles in the U.K. because he thought it cannibalized album sales, the song was finally released as the band's only British single in 1997.

Dixon sued Zeppelin over the song in 1985, claiming it borrowed too heavily from his "You Need Love," and Zeppelin reached an agreement with him, with Dixon using the money he received to set up a program that provided musical instruments for schools. A cornerstone of heavy rock, the tune -- which was the theme song for the long-running British countdown show "Top of the Pops" in the 1970s and '80s -- has been covered by dozens of artists over the years, from Tina Turner and Ben Harper to Prince, Slash, Leona Lewis, Train's Pat Monahan, the London Symphony Orchestra and Jane's Addiction.

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2010-10-22T05:46:00.001-07:00

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Drew Brees Welcomes Son Bowen Christopher

2010-10-22T03:46:00.001-07:00

Drew Brees and wife Brittany welcomed their second child, son Bowen Christopher Brees, on Tuesday, Oct. 19, the New Orleans Saints quarterback announced. He joins big brother Baylen Robert, 19 months.

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Christina Aguilera: ?Simple Fall? Caused Split Lip (PHOTOS)

2010-10-22T01:46:00.001-07:00

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Beyonce Knowles? mother has denied her daughter is pregnant

2010-10-21T23:46:00.001-07:00

The ‘Halo’ hitmaker was reported to be expecting her first child with her hip-hop superstar husband Jay-Z, but her mother Tina Knowles has rubbished the rumours and joked she is having a baby at the age of 56. Tina said: “The truth is that’s it’s not Beyonce that’s pregnant. It’s me. “I’m kidding y’all. I’m [...]

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'Paranormal Activity 2' Midnight Screening: An MTV Blogger Recounts Her Experience

2010-10-21T21:46:00.001-07:00

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Justin Bieber Announces Movie Title: 'Never Say Never'

2010-10-21T19:46:00.001-07:00

The February release was named after his single from the 'Karate Kid' soundtrack.
By Jocelyn Vena

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The final piece of Justin Bieber's movie-poster puzzle was finally posted, and it reveals that his highly anticipated 3-D flick will be called "Never Say Never," the name of his song featured on the "Karate Kid" soundtrack.

After fans were sent on a two-day-long Internet scavenger hunt for all the pieces to the puzzle, the final piece was tweeted by @USAToday early Friday morning, and the whole poster appears in Friday's edition of USA Today. The poster features Bieber dressed in his signature varsity jacket and proudly displaying his swooping bangs from under a hood. Across the center is the newly announced title of the movie, as well as the information that it will hit your local Cineplex this February.

The director also posted a video of fans singing "Baby" as pieces of the puzzle slowly came together. "It's from one of his songs," Chu explained about the flick's title inspiration. "But also the idea of every moment in his life."

MTV News caught up with Chu over the summer and he revealed some details about Bieber's highly anticipated movie. "[It's] a movie for his fans, a movie for people who don't know him, and we're gonna tell the underdog story of where he came from," he explained. "Because it's a really fascinating story and it has a lot to do with our sort of digital lifestyle now. He was able to do what corporations try to do now when they use YouTube and they don't even know what to do with it yet. It's a pretty cool story for our time."

And while Bieber kept the details close to his chest when he caught up with us at the VMAs last month, he did seem excited by the film. "We're in the middle [of it now]," he dished. "You're gonna see a lot of cool stuff! 3-D, 3-D!"

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2010-10-21T15:46:00.001-07:00

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2010-10-21T13:46:00.001-07:00

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2010-10-21T11:46:00.001-07:00

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Usher - OMG

2010-10-21T09:46:00.001-07:00

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Justin Bieber 3-D Movie Poster: The Pieces So Far!

2010-10-21T07:46:00.001-07:00

With a little help from Usher, Ryan Seacrest and Ellen DeGeneres, MTV News plays along to uncover film's title.
By Jocelyn Vena

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Nearly a day and a half later, all the pieces of the puzzle have yet to be revealed, but MTV News has been endeavoring to play along. We can't wait until the official reveal on Friday.

What did DeGeneres have to say about her contribution to the dizzying treasure hunt? "I'd recognize those lips anywhere," she wrote. "@JustinBieber - heres another piece of the puzzle, Beliebers."

Heat added: "Justin Bieber fans, here's our very special piece of the Justin Bieber Poster Puzzle... enjoy! @JustinBieber #JBVa." The mag later added, "Not a fan of Justin Bieber, then move along."

America's very own reformed gossip gangsta, Perez Hilton, revealed his own piece of the puzzle. "Found Piece #5!!! @perezhilton had it!!" Chu said. "Of course. Oh and it IS a good one. check it out."

And then the Bieber Army got in on the action, tweeting its own piece to the puzzle: "Here is puzzle piece #4! Look out for more to complete the @JustinBieber 3D movie poster!"

Chu noted that things were getting interesting when Ryan Seacrest got into the action with his piece. He tweeted: "Now here's piece #2 of the @JustinBieber movie poster."

However, it all started with Chu. "GAME ON!" he wrote Wednesday. "@justinbieber MOVIE POSTER/TITLE REVEAL BEGINS Collect ALL the pieces 2 UNCOVER."

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Meg Ryan & Daisy Walk Hand In Hand

2010-10-21T05:46:00.001-07:00

Sleepless in Seattle star Meg Ryan was spotted walking with her adorable 5-year-old daughter Daisy in New York City this morning (October 20).

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Usher - Moving Mountains

2010-10-21T03:46:00.001-07:00

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2010-10-21T01:46:00.001-07:00

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2010-10-20T23:46:00.001-07:00

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Usher's OMG Tour To Launch In November

2010-10-20T21:46:00.001-07:00

Usher's 25-date arena tour will start on November 10 in Seattle.
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Usher will reward his fans' patience in November when he finally kicks off the long-awaited tour in support of his platinum Raymond v. Raymond album. Though it won't feature Chris Brown as recently rumored, Usher is promising a major show for the 25-date North American arena tour that kicks off on November 10 in Seattle.

"Songs like 'OMG,' 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love,' 'There Goes My Baby,' 'Papers,' 'Daddy's Home,' 'Lil Freak' with Nicki Minaj and 'Hot Tottie' with Jay-Z have dominated the airwaves since last February," said Randy Phillips, president & CEO of AEG Live, the promoter behind the tour. "Now is the time for one of our greatest entertainers to go live and we are thrilled to be part of the ultimate Usher experience. Usher is bringing his fans an evening they will not soon forget. This will be the 'Must See' concert tour of 2010!"

The singer, who is on tap to perform at Sunday night's MTV Video Music Awards, will be on the road through late December, hitting major cities from Las Vegas and Los Angeles to Dallas, Detroit, Chicago and Boston, wrapping things up on December 18 with a show at the XL Center in Hartford, Connecticut.

Tickets will go on sale beginning September 17, with more information on opening acts and tour details available at Usherworld.com.

Dates for the OMG Tour:
» November 10 - Seattle, WA @ Key Arena
» November 12 - Oakland, CA @ Oracle Arenabr
» November 13 - Las Vegas, NV @ Mandalay Baybr
» November 14 - Anaheim, CA @ Honda Center
» November 17 - San Diego, CA @ Sports Arena
» November 18 - Los Angeles, CA @ STAPLES Center
» November 19 - Phoenix, AZ @ Jobing.com Arena
» November 23 - Houston, TX @ Toyota Center
» November 24 - Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center
» November 26 - St. Louis, MO @ Scottrade Center
» November 27 - Kansas City, MO @ Sprint Center
» November 29 - Toronto, ON @ Air Canada Centre
» November 30 - Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre
» December 2 - Detroit, MI @ TBD
» December 3 - Chicago, IL @ Allstate Arena
» December 5 - Atlanta, GA @ Philips Arena
» December 7 - Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum
» December 8 - Baltimore, MD @ 1st Mariner Arena
» December 10 - Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center
» December 11 - Norfolk, VA @ Scope Arena
» December 13 - New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden
» December 14 - Boston, MA @ TD Garden
» December 16 - Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center
» December 17 - Washington, DC @ Verizon Center
» December 18 - Hartford, CT @ XL Center

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Bristol Palin Practices Up for Another Big Dance

2010-10-20T19:46:00.001-07:00

Turning up for another long day of shakin' and movin', Bristol Palin was among those at the "Dancing With The Stars" studio in Hollywood, CA on Wednesday (October 20).

The daughter of former Alaska governor Sarah Palin looked sporty as she smiled while heading inside to practice her moves alongside partner Mark Ballas.

Getting a reprieve the previous night as Florence Henderson ended up being voted off, Bristol said of the decision: "Florence was the one that I bonded with the most. She's such a good person and so good to be around."

Meanwhile, there are many out there who feel that Miss Palin should have been the ousted contestant, as one show addict commented: "This was ridiculous. Palin should have been sent home a couple of weeks ago after Michael Bolton. Henderson put more zip and emotion into her dancing in one night than Palin has done collectively. I guess she has the Tea Party voting for her. It's a shame that a talent show is dismissing the talent and keeping the one with no talent."

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Does Lady Gaga Guest Star On Rihanna's Loud?

2010-10-20T17:46:00.001-07:00

Image of forthcoming album's back cover allegedly leaks online, contains collaboration called "Broken Heels."
By James Montgomery

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Separately, Rihanna and Lady Gaga have tallied more #1s on the Billboard Pop Songs chart than any other artists, so you can probably imagine what would happen if they were ever to team up on a track.

Well, forget about the imagine part. From the looks of things, RiRi and Gaga are joining forces on Rihanna's upcoming album Loud.

This is according to what appears to be the official track listing for Loud, which was revealed in a scan of its back cover that began making the rounds Wednesday (October 13).

That track listing contains a song called "Broken Heels," on which Gaga is featured. Other cameos on the album include Rihanna's almost-tourmate Nicki Minaj (on a track called "Raining Men"), will.i.am ("Bubble Pop") and — confirming earlier reports — Drake, who guests on "What's My Name?"

It's all very exciting. But is any of it actually real? Well, it bears noting that all of the tracks mentioned in Just Jared's early review of the album ("S&M," "Cheers," "Man Down," "California King (Bed)," "Fading Away" and "Raining Men") do show up on the back cover in question ... but it also bears noting that the ballad "Straight Up Beautiful," which Rihanna herself mentioned just last week, does not.

Fans will have to wait until November 16, when Loud hits stores, to find out for sure. At press time, a spokesperson for Rihanna had not responded to MTV News' request for comment on the Gaga collaboration.

Are you excited about the possibility of Rihanna collaborating with Lady Gaga? Let us know in the comments!

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Britney Spears Is in a Yoga State of Mind

2010-10-20T07:46:00.001-07:00

Britney Spears had yesterday afternoon free to run errands near her Calabasas, CA home. The pop star was recently in court for a hearing on her conservatorship, which ended with a judge deciding to leave her legal state as is. Brit has been otherwise busy celebrating the record-breaking success of her Glee episode and hitting the studio to lay down tracks for her new album. Amid all the work, Brit apparently has plans to clear her mind with exercise -�she tweeted her plans to to fit some yoga into her week.

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Report: Beyonce Knowles Pregnant with First Child!

2010-10-20T05:46:00.001-07:00

She's been through her fair share of baby rumors, and now Us magazine is reporting the Beyonce Knowles is readying for her first child.

According to an Us source, the "Halo" singer was as surprised by the news as anyone, as their insider tells, "B was shocked. She loves kids, but she wasn't ready to be a mother just yet."

Said to be expecting the bundle of joy with husband Jay-Z, the Us source continues of the unexpected news, "She really wanted to get her album done and tour the world again."

Responding to the news, record exec Kevin Liles tells Us, "Jay has been all about family since I met him, and he's always going to be. I wish them the best."

Meanwhile, Beyonce's little sis - who's already a mother to a six-year-old, said, "She's got the most beautiful heart. She'll be a great mom."

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Lady Gaga, Johnny Depp Top Entertainment Weekly Power List

2010-10-20T03:46:00.001-07:00

Gaga takes the #2 spot, earning praise from Elton John who calls her his 'bastard daughter' in latest issue.
By Jocelyn Vena

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Lady Gaga may have only come in at #7 on Forbes magazine's list of the World's 100 Most Powerful Women, but on Entertainment Weekly's just-released Power List, she ranks in at #2, just behind Hollywood A-lister Johnny Depp.

So what put Depp ahead of Gaga?

"Depp's career has been a long, strange trip — and ending up the most powerful actor in Hollywood is the weirdest twist of all. He's rarely followed the standard playbook, choosing roles as misfits (Edward Scissorhands, Gilbert Grape) and oddballs (Ed Wood, Ichabod Crane) over the usual romantic leads and action heroes," the magazine explains before listing some of the actor's stats, including a career box-office total of $5.9 billion.

Gaga, meanwhile, has managed to amass a pretty impressive résumé in a short time, having sold an impressive 5.1 million albums in the U.S., 26.4 million tracks in the U.S. and garnering 1.1 billion YouTube views. With her next album, Born This Way, set for release next month, Gaga seems primed for a long career.

"I'd love to [work with her] in the future," Elton John says in the issue. "She and I come from exactly the same place. She's kind of like the bastard daughter of Elton John. I love her, and I love her ability to write. There's a chance I might do one track with her, but she's so busy and I'm so busy, we can never get together! But her record — it's f---ing amazing. 'Born This Way,' which is the title song, will completely get rid of Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive.' This is the new 'I Will Survive.' That was the gay anthem. This is the new gay anthem. Actually, it's not a gay anthem — it can apply to anybody."

Oprah Winfrey comes in at #3 on the EW list, former "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell gets the #4 spot, while Will Smith, Robert Downey Jr. and Sandra Bullock are #5, #6 and #7, respectively. Ellen DeGeneres, Leonardo DiCaprio and Eminem round out the top 10 at #8, #9 and #10.

The magazine also pays tribute to the top 40 Hollywood celebs under 40. "Avatar" star Sam Worthington, Daniel "Harry Potter" Radcliffe, "Twilight" heartbreakers Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner, Jaden Smith, Orlando Bloom, Shia LaBeouf, Tobey Maguire, Zoe Saldana and Hayden Christensen all make the list.

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The Smith Fam Strolls The Streets Of NYC, Willow Hits "106 & Park"

2010-10-20T01:46:00.001-07:00

The fabness that is 9-year-old Willow Smith was spotted strolling the streets of NYC yesterday after her "106 and Park" appearance. We've got the flicks of her, mom, dad, and cousin out and about. Plus, video of her shedding a tear last night on "106 & Park" after debuting her "Whip My Hair" video when you read on...

The Smith family was in tow yesterday in Manhattan to support little Willow on her big video debut day. Mama Jada was decked out in her usual fly gear of twill coat and pants with white heels and a tan turtleneck--all by Chloe. And Will was a proud papa as his little girl got ambushed by fans and the paparazzi. And her cousin Jade was on hand too. Damn, does everybody in that fam have "spinoff" type names?

Cute. And in case you missed Ms. Thing's BET debut last night, here's the vid:

She cried when Rocsi and Terrence presented her with a plaque for her single as her birthday present. How precious! Check out the official video for "Whip My Hair" here. Loves it.

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CANDIDS: Brandy, Ray J And Her "DWTS" Partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy Do Dinner In LA

2010-10-19T23:46:00.001-07:00

Brandy, Maksim Chmerkovskiy, her "DWTS" partner, and her brother Ray J were spotted heading into a party at Beso in West Hollywood last night. See the candids inside...

Oh, hey Brandy.

Both Ray J's and Brandy's skin is glowing. Seems like everyone is using a good moisturizing routine...or spray tanning...these days. Looks great.

Last week Brandy had to learn how to be sexy and romantic, which she says was hard having been single for six years. So Maks took her out for a date: wine, flowers, chocolates...

Since their Rumba earned them the 2nd highest score of the night last Wednesday, it must have worked. More dancing, more weeks on the show, mo' money. Work it out chica...

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Coldplay, Led Zeppelin Album Covers Featured On New British Stamps

2010-10-19T21:46:00.001-07:00

Album art from Pink Floyd, Blur and David Bowie also included.
By James Montgomery

Coldplay's new British stamps
Photo: Royal Mail

On Thursday (January 7), the U.K.'s Royal Mail unveiled a series of 10 new stamps, honoring the most iconic album covers of the past 40 years.

The albums featured in the new series are the Rolling Stones' Let It Bleed, Led Zeppelin's IV, David Bowie's The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars, Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells, The Clash's London Calling, New Order's Power, Corruption and Lies, Primal Scream's Screamadelica, Pink Floyd's The Division Bell, Blur's Parklife and — the most recent album on to make the cut — Coldplay's A Rush of Blood to the Head.

Meant to honor "the most potent graphic images of modern times, many of which have provided a visual soundtrack to people's lives," the series is the end result of a lengthy research process by the Royal Mail, who looked through thousands of album covers by British artists before deciding on the final list. And, during a Wednesday night BBC Radio broadcast, it was revealed that the queen herself actually approved each design.

Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page — who helped design the cover for IV — was on hand to celebrate the release of the stamps and recalled the mysterious nature of the album's iconic imagery.

"Almost 40 years after the album came out, nobody knows the old man who featured on the cover, nor the artist who painted him," he said. "That sort of sums up what we wanted to achieve with the album cover, which has remained both anonymous and enigmatic at the same time."

Of course, any great honor is befitting of an equally great contest, so, on the same day the stamps were made available to the general public, Coldplay decided to give one of their Rush of Blood stamps away. In a message on their official site, the band held a contest to send one lucky fan "a letter using a Coldplay stamp, postmarked with today's issue date."

"We visited our local post office earlier today and bought some of the Coldplay stamps," the message read. "Very nice they are too."

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Cecilia Cassini: 11-Year-Old Designer (Photos, Video)

2010-10-19T19:46:00.001-07:00

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Celebrity Passages: 2009 In Memoriam

2010-10-19T17:46:00.001-07:00

<i>Happy Days</i> actor Tom Bosely dies at age 83. See more stars who have left their legacy of entertaining behind them

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'Apocalypse Now' Exclusive Blu-Ray Extra: Laurence Fishburne Is Badass, Even At 14

2010-10-19T15:46:00.001-07:00

Francis Ford Coppola's Vietnam War masterpiece "Apocalypse Now" hit Blu-ray today in both two-disc and three-disc special editions, giving fans their first-ever look at the original 1979 film and 2001's 49-minutes-longer director's cut, "Apocalypse Now Redux," in 1080p high definition. As if that weren't cool enough, both editions are packed to the hilt with "lost" [...]

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FOX Anchor Lori Rothman On The "Happy Chaos" Of Balancing Work & Motherhood

2010-10-19T13:47:00.001-07:00

Lori Rothman is the new FOX Business Network anchor covering the mid-day market moves. The busy mom of two young girls offers some tips on how she keeps it all running smoothly: "I ask for help all the time and I never use the oven." Not to mention her gratitude for common-day technology. Lori opens up to Celebrity Baby Scoop about the "happy chaos" in her home and how she balances her career and motherhood.

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Usher Dazzles On The VMA Stage With 'DJ' And 'OMG'

2010-10-19T11:46:00.001-07:00

Ush combined his legendary dance skills with spectacular special effects.
By Rochell D. Thomas

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Photo: Kevin Mazur/ WireImage

Call it what you will: talent, swag, skills. But one thing's true about Usher Terry Raymond IV: When he steps on the dance floor, some mysterious thing comes out of him and puts the G in groove. After he was tapped to perform at the 27th annual MTV Video Music Awards, executive producer Dave Sirulnick challenged Usher to "show why you're king," and the 31-year-old Grammy winner didn't disappoint.

As predicted by the lucky few who got a peek at Thursday's practice performance for his hit "OMG," Ush pulled off moves that would make the late great Michael Jackson jealous in a mammoth stage production that included more special-effects bells and whistles than a summer blockbuster.

Usher opened the performance with "DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love," perched two flights above the stage on a ledge surrounded by blinding green laser lights. Then he slid, with the help of barely visible wires and mounts, down a flight, all the while popping and locking. When the father of two finally ticked his way down to stage level, he was surrounded by an army of dancers also clad in black suits with white stripes designed to toss and catch special effect lights.

Directed by Anthony Mandler, Usher's "OMG" clip earned Best Male Video, Best Dance Music Video and Best Choreography Moonman nominations. During the pre-show, Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" beat it in the Best Dance category, where Raymond was, for many, the lead contender.

If Usher was disappointed, he didn't let it show. When he launched the "OMG" portion of his performance, the stage seemed to disappear, as red laser lights moved forward in blinding configurations spelling out O.M.G. and Usher's name. More dancers lowered from the ceiling on Cirque du Soleil-esque contraptions, dipping in and out of the red beams. Such a 3-D light display could probably have been seen from the moon, if it weren't for the roof of the Nokia Theatre.

Usher ended his set standing, head back, with his arms outstretched in the Jesus pose. He didn't say a word. Didn't need to.

The Moonmen have all been handed out and the stars have gone home, but there's plenty of 2010 MTV Video Music Awards news, interviews, behind-the-scenes scoop, party reports and more still to come, so keep it locked on MTVNews.com.

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Sigourney Weaver Teases Her Return In 'Avatar' Sequel

2010-10-19T09:46:00.001-07:00

Already a science fiction icon thanks to her role in the "Aliens" franchise, Sigourney Weaver added another notch to her sci-fi belt with "Avatar," bringing all of the intellect, warmth, humor and gravitas we've come to expect from the actress to her portrayal of Dr. Grace Augustine, a scientist studying the flora and fauna of [...]

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'80s Heartthrob Rick Springfield Reveals "Sexual Issues" in New Tell-All

2010-10-19T07:46:00.001-07:00

The 1980s seemed like a very good time to be Rick Springfield. In his early 30s, the handsome star had a hot music career and was cast as hunky Dr. Noah Drake on the soap General Hospital. It looked like his personal life was also thriving, but Springfield now admits he was struggling with depression.

"I had a huge house, money, a beautiful wife, kids, touring the world – and realizing that that wasn’t doing it," Springfield told Access Hollywood’s Billy Bush in a new candid interview. "And I realized it hadn’t fixed me."

In his new memoir, Late, Late at Night, Springfield opens up about how battling depression since he was a teen and dealing with his voracious appetite for sex shaped his life.

"Is it an over-exaggeration to say that you had an issue with sex addiction?” Bush asked the singer.

"I wouldn’t say that’s an over-exaggeration. I’d say it’s a part of my life and sex addiction is… I don’t use that word in the book because it’s not to me, it’s just my sexual issue," Springfield explained. "I wasn’t addicted to sex, as I was to the… it was a habit that I fell into as a young musician. It didn’t become an issue until I finally found somebody that I didn’t want to lose because of it."

Referring to his wife of 25 years, Barbara, Springfield admits that their marriage almost ended on numerous occasions.

"I’ve come very close to losing her a couple times and the truth is, we both know that we’re better together than we are apart," he said. "So, we have fought the times that I have fallen off the wagon — nuked the wagon."

Springfield revealed that his last indiscretion was in 2002, and Bush asked the music man how his wife feels about him sharing it all in the new book.

"Really uncomfortable," Springfield said. "(But) I’m a writer and she married a guy who writes about his life. All my songs are about most of my hits are about her. Honestly. Starting with 'Don’t Talk to Strangers.' A lot of my best songs have come from the dark side of me."

"Will you stray again, do you think?" Bush asked.

"God, I hope not. I hope not," Springfield said. "But you know, it’s like anything -- it’s not a given."

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Robert Shapiro Quits Lindsay Lohan

2010-10-19T05:46:00.001-07:00

Just one day before she was to surrender to Los Angeles authorities, Lindsay Lohan?s reported new lawyer decided to part ways from the star?s high profile case.

Celebrity attorney Robert Shapiro reportedly resigned from Lohan?s case Monday, forcing her old attorney Shawn Chapman Holley to represent the troubled actress once again.

Pop Tarts spies spotted Shapiro strolling into Judge Revel?s office at the Beverly Hills Court house at around 4 p.m., presumably to announce his stepping down. Holley is rumored to have no choice but to continue as Lohan?s legal representative, even though she announced her resignation a couple of weeks ago.

A rep was unable to confirm Shapiro?s departure Monday night.

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Kristen Stewart Glows in Dramatic Makeup, Sexy Dress at WTTR Screening

2010-10-19T01:46:00.001-07:00

Kristen Stewart's perfect pout was accentuated with a deep red lipstick for this evening's Welcome to the Rileys screening in NYC. She paired her one-shoulder dress with high Brian Atwood heels. She's in the city for a short press tour before starting work on Breaking Dawn in Louisiana, where the rest of the cast has already convened. Kristen looked stunning in white on stage at Saturday's Spike Scream Awards in LA, and she made a quick getaway afterward as she jetted off to her next location. Earlier today Kristen talked about playing a troubled young stripper, her Twilight cast, and future roles at her WTTR press conference. Kristen is currently promoting her indie film, but soon it will be back to blockbuster mode, and her hair has already made the transition from her natural dirty blond to Bella's brunette.

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A Michael Jackson tribute at a Los Angeles school the King of Pop briefly attended has upset one pedophilia awareness group

2010-10-18T23:46:00.001-07:00

Officials at the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP) are appalled by Los Angeles Unified School District bosses’ decision to uncover Jackson’s name above the entrance to Gardner Street Elementary’s auditorium. The dedication was boarded over in 2003 when Jackson was charged with child molestation and school officials decided it was time to [...]

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Alessandra Ambrosio & Her Pumpkin Patch Pal

2010-10-18T21:46:00.001-07:00

Model mom Alessandra Ambrosio spent a fun afternoon with her 2-year-old daughter Anja and an unidentified woman (maybe Grandma?) at the Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch in West Hollywood on Saturday (October 16).

Anja looked adorable in her Halloween face paint as she made her way around the pumpkin patch.

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Eva Longoria Parker: Family Is Everything To Me

2010-10-18T19:46:00.001-07:00

It seems like pregnancy rumors dodge Eva Longoria Parker wherever she turns. And while they all seem to be just idle gossip, the truth is that starting a family with husband Tony Parker is top priority for the Desperate Housewives star.

Family is very important to me. It means everything. It is the root of who I am and it is what grounds me.

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A 'Wake Up' Call From John Legend

2010-10-18T17:46:00.001-07:00

Oct. 18 - Grammy winner John Legend talks about teaming up with hip-hop band The Roots for 'Wake Up!' - a new album of soul cover versions with a message.

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Justin Bieber Designing Nail Polish Line

2010-10-18T15:46:00.001-07:00

Singer's polish, with colors inspired by his hits, will be at Wal-Mart in December.
By Gil Kaufman

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You know what would go great with that eye shadow? Some One Less Lonely Girl lavender nail polish. Luckily, your boy Justin Bieber is thinking only of you and is about to launch an exclusive line of polishes called One Less Lonely Girl at Wal-Mart, inspired by his biggest hits.

According to AOL's Stylelist, Bieber has teamed up with Nicole by OPI to design for a collection of nail polishes that will hit stores just in time for the holidays. Among the primary colors on tap are One Less Lonely Glitter (lavender), Prized Possession Purple (grape), Give Me the First Dance (silver), Me + Blue (dark blue), OMB! (bright red) and Step 2 the Beat of My Heart (heart-shaped glitter). The first six shades will be available in December, with eight others to follow in January.

After debuting exclusively at Wal-Mart, the shades will then be available at Target, Sears and other mass merchandisers in February. That's not the only Bieb schwag that will be hitting stores over the next few months. The singer has his first book, "Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever: My Story," out in stores on October 12, a bevy of Halloween costume options, his upcoming line of dolls (also due in December) and his in-process 3-D concert movie, slated for release on February 11.

If none of those is up your alley, Bieber has plenty of other gift ideas in his official store), from a set of Christmas cards ($30), to a full-size cardboard stand-up ($35), aluminum water bottle ($15), lunch box ($30) and rubber bracelet ($10).

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Lady Gaga Not Appearing On Rihanna's Loud

2010-10-18T13:46:00.001-07:00

Rihanna's rep says, rumors of the two collaborating on a song called 'Broken Heels' are 'not true.'
By James Montgomery

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Sad news for anyone eager to hear that rumored Rihanna/Lady Gaga collaboration: It's not happening.

That's according to a rep for RiRi, who told MTV News on Friday (October 15) that a story about a team-up between the two artists — reportedly on a song called "Broken Heels" — was "not true."

Earlier this week, reports began circulating that the two talents — who, between them, have more #1s on Billboard's Pop Chart than any other artist — would be joining forces on "Heels," which was set to be featured on Rihanna's forthcoming album Loud. The source for those reports was an alleged scan of the album's back cover, which listed the song as "featuring Lady Gaga."

The rep didn't say anything about that image to MTV, but Just Jared quotes a rep for Rihanna as saying that it's a fake. A spokesperson for Rihanna's label, Island/Def Jam, did not respond to MTV News' request for comment on the matter.

Loud is scheduled to hit stores on November 16, and it does feature confirmed guest appearances from Drake (on a remix of "What's My Name?") and Nicki Minaj (on a "fun ... quirky" song called "Raining Men"). On Wednesday (October 13), Rihanna premiered the video for "Only Girl (in the World)," the official first single from the album. "Only Girl" is in its fifth week on the Billboard Hot 100, where it sits at #6.

Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber Soon To Pass 1 Billion YouTube Views

2010-10-18T11:46:00.001-07:00

Gaga is on pace to hit the landmark on October 20, the Biebs on November 1.
By Gil Kaufman

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People love to watch videos by Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber. Like, a lot of people . . . a lot of times.

According to Billboard magazine, both artists are poised to cross a seemingly impossible barrier in the next month: one billion all-time YouTube views.

Gaga — who averaged almost 1.8 million views per day in September — is predicted to reach the milestone first at her current pace, around October 20. Bieber — with around 3.7 million views per day in September — will be close on her heels, with a predicted November 1 arrival at the mark.

David Birch, communications director for TubeMogul, an online video analytics and viewer data research firm, said the two will reach the landmark by easily outperforming the next closest artist, late pop icon Michael Jackson, who has around 600 million views on YouTube.

Though Gaga will likely hit the billion plateau first, Bieber has actually been lapping her in the YouTube views department for most of this year. From July 1 to September 28, TubeMogul reported that the teen pop star averaged 3.98 million daily views to Lady G's 2.04 million. He's been on that torrid pace since February 28, averaging 3.83 million daily views while Gaga has averaged 2.53 million. In comparison, Billboard noted that in that same period, Kanye West averaged 271,000 daily views.

It helps that both artists have a number of YouTube's all-time most-viewed music clips, with Gaga's "Bad Romance" ranking No. 2 with 288 million views, "Just Dance" a bit further back at No. 11 with 123 million views, "Alejandro" at No. 26 with 87 million and "Telephone" at No. 31 with 85 million. As for Bieber, his smash "Baby" is the most-watched video ever on YouTube with 345 million views, while his "Never Let You Go" lands at No. 22 with 92 million views and "Never Say Never" is at No. 28 with 86 million.

Gaga actually passed the one billion mark in total online views (both on and outside of YouTube) in March, thanks to landing three clips in the 100 million-plus club.

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2010-10-18T09:46:00.001-07:00

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Cristiano Ronaldo & Irina Shayk?s Speedy Getaway

2010-10-18T07:46:00.001-07:00

They?re no fans of the paparazzi, and last week Cristiano Ronaldo and Irina Shayk were spotted trying to escape the shutterbugs in Madrid, Spain.

The soccer superstar and his lovely model girlfriend (who was careful not to flash the photogs) hopped into a snazzy white sports car and sped off.

In related news, Cristiano was thrilled that he and his team Real Madrid overtook Malaga with a final score of 4-1.

He told press, "I knew the goals would come and most importantly, the team is performing well. It was a good game. I never said I was anxious, all that talk came from the press."

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Usher Dazzles On The VMA Stage With 'DJ' And 'OMG'

2010-10-18T05:46:00.001-07:00

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Vanessa Hudgens' Paddle Surfing Excursion

2010-10-18T03:46:00.001-07:00

Drawing an end to her weekend getaway, Vanessa Hudgens took to the beaches of Hawaii with her little sister Stella on Sunday (October 17).

Clad in a wetsuit top with bikini bottoms, the "Sucker Punch" sweetie tried her luck at paddle surfing in the water off of Diamond Head while joined by actor Josh Hutcherson.

As previously reported by GossipCenter, Vanessa made the trip to Honolulu to pitch in for the grand opening of The Waikiki Edition Hotel.

The ritzy retreat is equipped with over 380 rooms with ocean view and deluxe suites, as well as the luxurious penthouses which cost nearly $10,000/night.

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Egypt Dean: Alicia Keys Baby Boy! (Photos)

2010-10-18T01:46:00.001-07:00

Meet Egypt Dean, Alicia Keys? baby boy. The songstress gave birth today at St. Luke?s Roosevelt Hospital to her first born, while the father, Swizz Beatz (whose real name is Kasseem Dean) has three other children from past relationships. Read more below.

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Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony: San Juan Concert Couple

2010-10-17T23:46:00.001-07:00

Having flown into the US territory of Puerto Rico the previous day, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony were spotted leaving their luxury hotel on Sunday evening (October 17).

As the elevator doors opened, the "El Cantante" actress realized she was showing a little too much cleavage as her hubby watched on as she quickly covered up using her sparkling red dress and purse.

With Marc giving the thumbs up to photogs while twins Max and Emme were carried to the car separately by staff, the family headed off to Marc's scheduled San Juan concert.

Meanwhile, Lopez and Anthony are surely happy about today's NFL action - as the part owners of the Miami Dolphins watched their team beat the Green Bay Packers by a score of 23-20 in an overtime thriller.

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Celebrate Wendy O. Williams' Birthday With Bobblehead Doll

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NBC's School Pride Premieres

2010-10-17T19:46:00.001-07:00

Hot on the heels of all the buzz surrounding the education-focused documentary Waiting for Superman, the new NBC reality show School Pride (premiering Friday, Oct. 15 at 8 p.m. ET) is giving schools across the country a facelift -- and hopefully giving its students a renewed sense of pride.

In a twist on ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (both shows share executive producer Denise Cramsey), teachers, students, parents and community members come together to renovate their aging public schools. Like Extreme Makeover, which completely transforms people's homes, School Pride will rebuild entire schools -- from basketball courts to classrooms -- in just a little more than a week. Along with a physical makeover, the community will also work on improving their self-esteem about their school. Curb Your Enthusiasm star Cheryl Hines also executive produces.

Helping out with the schools' revamps is interior designer and former MTV VJ Susie Castillo, comedian and former substitute teacher Kym Whitley, journalist Jacob Soboroff and the leader of the team, Tom Stroup.

School Pride will travel to communities across the U.S., from Baton Rouge, La., to Los Angeles. Watch an exclusive sneak peek of the show above, with a special introduction from Cheryl Hines. In our opinion, any opportunity to make kids feel good about learning -- even if it means a revamp of their science room -- is a positive one.

'School Pride' premieres Oct. 15 at 8 p.m. ET

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Usher - Trading Places

2010-10-17T17:46:00.001-07:00

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Director: Chris Robinson
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Shenae Grimes: Classic Bikiki Babe

2010-10-17T15:46:00.001-07:00

Embarking on a day of poolside play, Shenae Grimes was spotted out at Marriott's Waikiki Edition Luxury Hotel in Hawaii on Saturday afternoon (October 16).

Showing off her classic bikini look and multiple tattoos, the Canadian cutie joined a group of lady friends as they lounged in the sun and swan around in the refreshing water.

Aside from her hotel opening island getaway, , a new episode of the Shenae's CW show is coming up on November 1st titled ?Welcome to the Undies?.

A summary tells: "Season two of 90210 focuses on our group as they begin their all-important Junior year. They?ll go through all the ordinary teenage struggles and triumphs ? crushes, sexual discovery, academic pressure, evolving friendships, shunning and isolation, love and relationships, family issues, SATs, STDs, a desire to fit in, a desire to stand out, fear and humiliation, joy and exultation ? but they?ll do so in the extraordinary world of LA. In this world of movie stars and overnight success, glamour and glitz, surfing and sunshine, the American dream is writ large in the Hills, yet failure could come around any corner of the Boulevard of Broken Dreams."

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Polli: Kid-Friendly Decor Done Right

2010-10-17T13:46:00.001-07:00

Courtesy of Polli Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all? If the mirror is made by Polli, it might just be you! This Australia-based company is sprucing up what is all too often an overlooked (yet overused!)� item in a little girls room.� The acrylic mirrors — available in three different [...]

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