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R. Kelly Booed Following Texas Club Appearance
May 16th, 2012
R. Kelly faced an angry crowd during a club event in Texas last weekend after he refused to perform for fans who were expecting to see a full concert by the singer. The "I Believe I Can Fly" hitma...
May 16th, 2012
R. Kelly faced an angry crowd during a club event in Texas last weekend after he refused to perform for fans who were expecting to see a full concert by the singer. The "I Believe I Can Fly" hitma...
Rihanna Dating New York Knicks Star J.R. Smith?
May 16th, 2012
Rihanna has been linked to another sportsman less than a year after ending her racy romance with baseball star Matt Kemp. The "Umbrella" hitmaker was spotted getting cosy with New York Knicks bask...
May 16th, 2012
Rihanna has been linked to another sportsman less than a year after ending her racy romance with baseball star Matt Kemp. The "Umbrella" hitmaker was spotted getting cosy with New York Knicks bask...
Starpulse Scene's Erin Demchak Heads To New Orleans For Jazz Fest 2012
May 16th, 2012
Starpulse Scene’s Erin Demchak was in New Orleans for the 2012 Jazz Fest where she saw the Foo Fighters, Mystikal, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, The Zac Brown Band and many more bands perform du...
May 16th, 2012
Starpulse Scene’s Erin Demchak was in New Orleans for the 2012 Jazz Fest where she saw the Foo Fighters, Mystikal, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, The Zac Brown Band and many more bands perform du...
Lane Garrison Teaching Acting & Screenwriting While Behind Bars
May 16th, 2012
Jailed actor Lane Garrison is serving time behind bars constructively - he's teaching his fellow inmates how to write scripts. The Prison Break star is currently in custody following a domestic vi...
May 16th, 2012
Jailed actor Lane Garrison is serving time behind bars constructively - he's teaching his fellow inmates how to write scripts. The Prison Break star is currently in custody following a domestic vi...
Carrie Underwood Still On Top In The U.S.
May 16th, 2012
Carrie Underwood is still blowing away the competition at the top of the U.S. album charts after landing a second week on top with her new release "Blown Away". The country star sold 120,000 copie...
May 16th, 2012
Carrie Underwood is still blowing away the competition at the top of the U.S. album charts after landing a second week on top with her new release "Blown Away". The country star sold 120,000 copie...
Sharon Stone Was Threatened Over Charity Work
May 16th, 2012
Movie star Sharon Stone has revealed her charity work has been dangerous at times - she has received death threats for her do-good work. The Basic Instinct star admits she won a lot of enemies whe...
May 16th, 2012
Movie star Sharon Stone has revealed her charity work has been dangerous at times - she has received death threats for her do-good work. The Basic Instinct star admits she won a lot of enemies whe...
Lindsay Lohan Televising Her Home Makeover
May 16th, 2012
Lindsay Lohan is cashing in on her comeback film and TV roles by redecorating her home - and she's televising the makeover. The actress was spotted furniture shopping at Beverly Hills' exclusive K...
May 16th, 2012
Lindsay Lohan is cashing in on her comeback film and TV roles by redecorating her home - and she's televising the makeover. The actress was spotted furniture shopping at Beverly Hills' exclusive K...
Sacha Baron Cohen Causing Unrest In Arab-American Community Over His Portrayal Of Middle Easterners In 'The Dictator'
May 16th, 2012
Stop us if you've heard this one before - Sacha Baron Cohen is causing controversy with his latest film. The comedian who brought his Da Ali G Show characters Borat and Bruno to the big screen is ...
May 16th, 2012
Stop us if you've heard this one before - Sacha Baron Cohen is causing controversy with his latest film. The comedian who brought his Da Ali G Show characters Borat and Bruno to the big screen is ...
Matthew McConaughey Doesn't Need A 'Stunt Ass' & Is All For 'Gay Power'
May 16th, 2012
"Magic Mike" star Matthew McConaughey is quite honest in a new interview in The Advocate. He opens up about stripping in his new film as well as his support for gays and people regardless of their ...
May 16th, 2012
"Magic Mike" star Matthew McConaughey is quite honest in a new interview in The Advocate. He opens up about stripping in his new film as well as his support for gays and people regardless of their ...
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Reuniting To Headline Rock The Bells Festival
May 16th, 2012
Rappers Bone Thugs-N-Harmony are putting their differences aside to reunite and belatedly mark their 20th anniversary at the Rock the Bells festival series this summer. The Tha Crossroads hit-mak...
May 16th, 2012
Rappers Bone Thugs-N-Harmony are putting their differences aside to reunite and belatedly mark their 20th anniversary at the Rock the Bells festival series this summer. The Tha Crossroads hit-mak...
The 'World's Most Powerful Celebrity' Jennifer Lopez Is Set For World Domination
May 16th, 2012
Jennifer Lopez keeps raking in the accolades. Forbes magazine just named her the World's Most Powerful Celebrity. The list ranks stars with high visibility, income and social media presence. She ta...
May 16th, 2012
Jennifer Lopez keeps raking in the accolades. Forbes magazine just named her the World's Most Powerful Celebrity. The list ranks stars with high visibility, income and social media presence. She ta...
Maria Menounos: Derek Hough Knew We Were Going Home
May 16th, 2012
Maria Menounos was the celebrity sent home last night on Dancing with the Stars, and she said she was prepared for it - because professional partner Derek Hough was convinced they would be voted of...
May 16th, 2012
Maria Menounos was the celebrity sent home last night on Dancing with the Stars, and she said she was prepared for it - because professional partner Derek Hough was convinced they would be voted of...
'Starsky & Hutch' Star Paul Michael Glaser Arrested For Marijuana Possession
May 16th, 2012
Starsky & Hutch icon Paul Michael Glaser was arrested last Friday on suspicion of drug possession, according to report. The actor, 69, was taken into custody in Bowling Green, Kentucky after cops...
May 16th, 2012
Starsky & Hutch icon Paul Michael Glaser was arrested last Friday on suspicion of drug possession, according to report. The actor, 69, was taken into custody in Bowling Green, Kentucky after cops...
Who Will Be A 'Dancing With The Stars' All-Star?
May 16th, 2012
We knew back in April, thanks to a loose-lipped Mario Lopez, that ABC would be airing an all-star version of their dancing competition Dancing with the Stars. Finally, the network has officially an...
May 16th, 2012
We knew back in April, thanks to a loose-lipped Mario Lopez, that ABC would be airing an all-star version of their dancing competition Dancing with the Stars. Finally, the network has officially an...
Review 'The Dictator': Sacha Baron Cohen Fans Will Enjoy Its Crude, Obnoxious & Outrageous Humor
May 16th, 2012
Sacha Baron Cohen... People either love him or hate him. It's hard to feel indifferent about this outrageous, over the top and at times, super obnoxious, man. Personally, I admire his chutzpah.
May 16th, 2012
Sacha Baron Cohen... People either love him or hate him. It's hard to feel indifferent about this outrageous, over the top and at times, super obnoxious, man. Personally, I admire his chutzpah.
Selena Gomez Taught How To Smoke For 'Spring Breakers' Role
May 16th, 2012
Selena Gomez was given a lesson in cigarette smoking so she could play a bad girl in racy new movie Spring Breakers. The former Disney star sheds her squeaky-clean image to play a wild college s...
May 16th, 2012
Selena Gomez was given a lesson in cigarette smoking so she could play a bad girl in racy new movie Spring Breakers. The former Disney star sheds her squeaky-clean image to play a wild college s...
'The Dictator' And 15 Other Beards That Steal Movies
May 16th, 2012
Sacha Baron Cohen brings his trademark ridicu-shock humor to his new film "The Dictator," but it may be his beard that steals the show.
May 16th, 2012
Sacha Baron Cohen brings his trademark ridicu-shock humor to his new film "The Dictator," but it may be his beard that steals the show.
CBS Unveils Just Four New Shows For 2012-13 Season; Cancels 'CSI: Miami'
May 16th, 2012
CBS just announced its new 2012-2013 primetime schedule, which includes four new series. The network is also making four key time period moves. Nina Tassler, President, CBS Entertainment, commente...
May 16th, 2012
CBS just announced its new 2012-2013 primetime schedule, which includes four new series. The network is also making four key time period moves. Nina Tassler, President, CBS Entertainment, commente...
Michael Douglas To Front Cancer Awareness Crusade
May 16th, 2012
Michael Douglas has teamed up with the Oral Cancer Foundation to raise awareness of the deadly disease. The Basic Instinct star spent six months fighting throat cancer in 2010, undergoing chemoth...
May 16th, 2012
Michael Douglas has teamed up with the Oral Cancer Foundation to raise awareness of the deadly disease. The Basic Instinct star spent six months fighting throat cancer in 2010, undergoing chemoth...
Enter The Starpulse #FunPhoto Contest Through Twitter
May 16th, 2012
Enter the Starpulse #FunPhoto contest through Twitter for a chance to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card!
May 16th, 2012
Enter the Starpulse #FunPhoto contest through Twitter for a chance to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card!
Jennifer Aniston Is Still Sexy For Smartwater
May 16th, 2012
Back in 2007 Jennifer Aniston became the face of smartwater, and she hasn't looked back. The actress has appeared in several campaigns for the drink, including a fake sex tape she made in 2011 to g...
May 16th, 2012
Back in 2007 Jennifer Aniston became the face of smartwater, and she hasn't looked back. The actress has appeared in several campaigns for the drink, including a fake sex tape she made in 2011 to g...
A Very Plaid Bill Murray Talks 'Moonrise Kingdom' At Cannes
May 16th, 2012
Bruce Willis and Bill Murray attended the photocall for "Moonrise Kingdom" at the Cannes International Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals in France today.
May 16th, 2012
Bruce Willis and Bill Murray attended the photocall for "Moonrise Kingdom" at the Cannes International Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals in France today.
Charlize Theron: 'I Had No Teeth Until I Was 11'
May 16th, 2012
Charlize Theron was left with "fangs" as a child after several rounds of antibiotics rotted her teeth. The Monster actress is hailed as one of Hollywood's greatest beauties, but admits she was fa...
May 16th, 2012
Charlize Theron was left with "fangs" as a child after several rounds of antibiotics rotted her teeth. The Monster actress is hailed as one of Hollywood's greatest beauties, but admits she was fa...
Jennifer Lopez Considered Adoption After Making The Movie 'What To Expect When You're Expecting'
May 16th, 2012
The new romantic comedy What to Expect When You’re Expecting tells several interweaving stories of mothers to be. Jennifer Lopez plays a woman in the process of adopting an Ethiopian baby. Though L...
May 16th, 2012
The new romantic comedy What to Expect When You’re Expecting tells several interweaving stories of mothers to be. Jennifer Lopez plays a woman in the process of adopting an Ethiopian baby. Though L...
Manny Pacquiao Hits Boxing Gym After 'Death to Gays' Controversy
May 16th, 2012
Hours after a report surfaced in which Manny Pacquiao insinuated that all gay people should be put to death ... the boxer rolled over to his L.A. gym ... where he was SWARMED by adoring fan...
May 16th, 2012
Hours after a report surfaced in which Manny Pacquiao insinuated that all gay people should be put to death ... the boxer rolled over to his L.A. gym ... where he was SWARMED by adoring fan...
Diane Kruger Reveals Some Skin In A Sexy Lace-Up Dress At Cannes
May 16th, 2012
Diane Kruger attended the jury photocall at the 65th Cannes Film Festival Cannes, France, yesterday wearing a sexy burgundy lace-up dress. She looked fantastic in the short dress paired with funky ...
May 16th, 2012
Diane Kruger attended the jury photocall at the 65th Cannes Film Festival Cannes, France, yesterday wearing a sexy burgundy lace-up dress. She looked fantastic in the short dress paired with funky ...
Jay-Z On Gay Marriage: 'What People Do In Their Own Homes Is Their Business'
May 16th, 2012
During his visit to Philadelphia to announce the two-day music festival that he would be hosting, Jay-Z opened up about President Obama’s position on gay marriage. In an interview with CNN the mo...
May 16th, 2012
During his visit to Philadelphia to announce the two-day music festival that he would be hosting, Jay-Z opened up about President Obama’s position on gay marriage. In an interview with CNN the mo...
'Dictator' Sacha Baron Cohen Makes A Grand Entrance On A Camel In Cannes
May 16th, 2012
Sacha Baron Cohen enjoys stunts and completely embodying the characters he plays - on the big screen and off. Yesterday he arrived as "The Dictator" at the Carlton Hotel during the 65th Annual Cann...
May 16th, 2012
Sacha Baron Cohen enjoys stunts and completely embodying the characters he plays - on the big screen and off. Yesterday he arrived as "The Dictator" at the Carlton Hotel during the 65th Annual Cann...
'Dancing With The Stars' Results: Maria Menounos' Top Scores Not Enough
May 16th, 2012
What a shocker! The semi-finals' results show brought some spectacular performances and a couple of big surprises. The night kicked off with a sexy encore samba by William and Cheryl, followed by a...
May 16th, 2012
What a shocker! The semi-finals' results show brought some spectacular performances and a couple of big surprises. The night kicked off with a sexy encore samba by William and Cheryl, followed by a...
Kara Laricks Wins The First Season Of 'Fashion Star'
May 16th, 2012
In last night's season finale, former fourth-grade teacher Kara Laricks was crowned the first winner of NBC's "Fashion Star." The designer earned $6 million in orders for clothing collections in Ma...
May 16th, 2012
In last night's season finale, former fourth-grade teacher Kara Laricks was crowned the first winner of NBC's "Fashion Star." The designer earned $6 million in orders for clothing collections in Ma...
Celebrities on Soap Operas Before They Were Famous
Sep 30th, 2011
Which of your favorite celebrities got their early start on soaps only to later make their way over to the big screen? We all fell in love with actor Josh ...Read Full Post
Sep 30th, 2011
Which of your favorite celebrities got their early start on soaps only to later make their way over to the big screen? We all fell in love with actor Josh ...Read Full Post
Why is LeAnn Rimes Still Talking About the Affair?
Sep 30th, 2011
What will it take to finally get country singer LeAnn Rimes to move on and stop talking about the scandalous affair that she and Eddie Cibrian carried on? It's not even like she was the one who was scorned in the whole thing. Why must she continually bring this topic up each and every time she makes an appearance or gives an interview? On The Ellen Degeneres Show this week, LeAnn felt the need to discuss the drama, yet again. Regarding the affair, she said it "could've been handled a lot better. But maybe we both didn't have the tools at the time to do it properly. But I've learned a lot. Obviously we all make choices that lead us into a different path, here and there, and you learn from those or you don't." She went on to say (as if to justify something), "It obviously brought us to the place where we are now. And we're happy, and we're married. I think we have both come to a really good place in our lives. And right now, I'm really at peace." That's all fine and good, but maybe if you're truly 'at peace' as you say, it's best to put it all behind you. For good. Photo Credit: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images.
Sep 30th, 2011
What will it take to finally get country singer LeAnn Rimes to move on and stop talking about the scandalous affair that she and Eddie Cibrian carried on? It's not even like she was the one who was scorned in the whole thing. Why must she continually bring this topic up each and every time she makes an appearance or gives an interview? On The Ellen Degeneres Show this week, LeAnn felt the need to discuss the drama, yet again. Regarding the affair, she said it "could've been handled a lot better. But maybe we both didn't have the tools at the time to do it properly. But I've learned a lot. Obviously we all make choices that lead us into a different path, here and there, and you learn from those or you don't." She went on to say (as if to justify something), "It obviously brought us to the place where we are now. And we're happy, and we're married. I think we have both come to a really good place in our lives. And right now, I'm really at peace." That's all fine and good, but maybe if you're truly 'at peace' as you say, it's best to put it all behind you. For good. Photo Credit: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images.
Celebrity Sisters in Hollywood
Sep 28th, 2011
From Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen to Paris Hilton and Nicky, there are so many famous siblings in Tinseltown. Which celebrity sisters have made a name for themselves in Hollywood and ...Read Full Post
Sep 28th, 2011
From Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen to Paris Hilton and Nicky, there are so many famous siblings in Tinseltown. Which celebrity sisters have made a name for themselves in Hollywood and ...Read Full Post
Do Your Favorite Celebrities Tweet on Twitter?
Sep 27th, 2011
Are your favorite celebrities tweeting on Twitter? You might be surprised to learn that everyone from Britney Spears to Taylor Swift is jumping on the Twitter bandwagon. Behaving like a ...Read Full Post
Sep 27th, 2011
Are your favorite celebrities tweeting on Twitter? You might be surprised to learn that everyone from Britney Spears to Taylor Swift is jumping on the Twitter bandwagon. Behaving like a ...Read Full Post
Jesse James and Kat Von D Split
Sep 22nd, 2011
Didn't we just read this headline a month ago? It looks like Jesse James and Kat Von D have decided to call it quits again. Is it for good this ...Read Full Post
Sep 22nd, 2011
Didn't we just read this headline a month ago? It looks like Jesse James and Kat Von D have decided to call it quits again. Is it for good this ...Read Full Post
Top 20 Most Expensive Celebrity Weddings
Sep 14th, 2011
When it comes to weddings in Hollywood, celebrities will spare no expense. If it means dropping six figures on things like food or even lighting, some stars are happy to shell out the cash. Wondering who threw the 20 most expensive celebrity weddings...Read Full Post
Sep 14th, 2011
When it comes to weddings in Hollywood, celebrities will spare no expense. If it means dropping six figures on things like food or even lighting, some stars are happy to shell out the cash. Wondering who threw the 20 most expensive celebrity weddings...Read Full Post
Who Has Madonna Dated, Married, and Divorced?
Sep 10th, 2011
Singer Madonna is best known for her amazing talent as a singer and dancer and has left an indelible mark on the history of music as we know it. However, ...Read Full Post
Sep 10th, 2011
Singer Madonna is best known for her amazing talent as a singer and dancer and has left an indelible mark on the history of music as we know it. However, ...Read Full Post
Reese Witherspoon Hit by Car in Santa Monica
Sep 8th, 2011
Actress Reese Witherspoon was hit by a car in Santa Monica while she was out jogging yesterday. Reese, 35, was struck by an elderly woman who was later cited by ...Read Full Post
Sep 8th, 2011
Actress Reese Witherspoon was hit by a car in Santa Monica while she was out jogging yesterday. Reese, 35, was struck by an elderly woman who was later cited by ...Read Full Post
Who Will Replace the Stars of The Talk?
Sep 2nd, 2011
The executives over at CBS are said to be scrambling at this moment to replace the celebrity hosts of The Talk. Rumor has it that moderator Julie Chen is behind all of the recent drama backstage. Sources tell the The NY Post that she even snapped at the other ladies saying, "My husband [CBS head honcho] Les Moonves can fire your asses any day." If there is any truth to the chatter, why would anyone want to put up with that kind of treatment? Supposedly thanks to Julie's demands, Holly Robinson Peete and Leah Remini have both received the boot with Sharon Osbourne leaving because she was asked to censor herself. Rumored temporary replacements include Kris Jenner (mom to the Kardashian clan) and Sheryl Underwood. Who will fill those permanent seats when the new season rolls around? Photo Credit: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Sep 2nd, 2011
The executives over at CBS are said to be scrambling at this moment to replace the celebrity hosts of The Talk. Rumor has it that moderator Julie Chen is behind all of the recent drama backstage. Sources tell the The NY Post that she even snapped at the other ladies saying, "My husband [CBS head honcho] Les Moonves can fire your asses any day." If there is any truth to the chatter, why would anyone want to put up with that kind of treatment? Supposedly thanks to Julie's demands, Holly Robinson Peete and Leah Remini have both received the boot with Sharon Osbourne leaving because she was asked to censor herself. Rumored temporary replacements include Kris Jenner (mom to the Kardashian clan) and Sheryl Underwood. Who will fill those permanent seats when the new season rolls around? Photo Credit: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Alyssa Milano Welcomes a Baby Boy
Aug 31st, 2011
Actress Alyssa Milano and her husband, agent David Bugliari, are the proud new parents of a baby boy. Alyssa, 38, gave birth to a son named Milo Thomas on the morning of August 30. The little man weighed in at 7 lbs. and measured 19 inches long. Happily married since the summer of 2009, this baby seemed like the perfect next step for the celebrity couple. Photo Credit: A.E. Rodriguez/Getty Images.
Aug 31st, 2011
Actress Alyssa Milano and her husband, agent David Bugliari, are the proud new parents of a baby boy. Alyssa, 38, gave birth to a son named Milo Thomas on the morning of August 30. The little man weighed in at 7 lbs. and measured 19 inches long. Happily married since the summer of 2009, this baby seemed like the perfect next step for the celebrity couple. Photo Credit: A.E. Rodriguez/Getty Images.
'American Idol' Top Three Battle For Ticket To Finale
May 16th, 2012
Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez and Joshua Ledet make their final cases to America that they should be in the final two.By Adam Graham Phillip Phillips on "American Idol" Photo: Michael Becker/ FOX With "We've Got Tonight," Phillip Phillips may have punched his ticket to next week's "American Idol" finale. Phillips' performance at the close of Wednesday's (May 16) performance episode stole the show and earned a standing ovation from the judges. All night, Randy Jackson spoke of having big "moments," and Phillips' gentle take on the Bob Seger classic definitely qualified as one of those performances. "That was the perfect song at the perfect time and your best performance on the show ever!" Jackson told Phillips after the song. Jennifer Lopez said it was like a "lullaby," and Steven Tyler said he "nailed it" and praised him for his passion during the song. Phillips' "We've Got Tonight" came at the end of a two-hour show that saw the contestants visiting their hometowns and being treated like returning heroes. The episode also saw Joshua Ledet retain his momentum, while Jessica Sanchez slipped a bit, proving it may be tough for her to make it to the final two. Contestants sang three songs each: One chosen by the judges, one of their own choosing and one picked by Jimmy Iovine. Ledet opened the show with Etta James' "I'd Rather Go Blind," which also earned a standing ovation from the judges. (Not surprising, they picked the song.) "Out of 70,000, there's only one American Idol. And you sang like that one tonight," Tyler told Ledet after the song. He followed it with John Lennon's "Imagine," dubbed "brilliant" (by Jackson) and "controlled" (by Lopez) and finished with Mary J. Blige's "No More Drama," his suggestion from Iovine. It was another hit. "You have this perfect marriage of knowing exactly what you're doing and letting completely go at the same time," Lopez told him after his unkempt performance, which saw him dramatically remove his jacket, as well as his in-ear monitors. "There's spontaneity, you don't know what's going to happen, but you know it's going to be out of this world." Sanchez's up and down night was typified by Jackson's critiques: He called her version of Mariah Carey's "My All" "one of the best times a Mariah song has ever been performed on TV," but later said her version of Jackson Five's "I'll Be There" — also once memorably performed by Mariah — was only "OK." "There was never a moment-moment. It's like, you know, I mean, it needed like a moment-moment-moment." (In Jackson-speak, that means she didn't quite deliver.) Sandwiched between the two, she took on Aerosmith's "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing," which is more than a little familiar to one of the three judges. Tyler rose to his feet afterwards, telling her she "took a great song and made it greater," while Lopez called it "crazy" (in a good way). And Jackson? "Dude, you delivered, man, yo, whoa, I'm like yo, all right, all right." Our thoughts exactly, Randy. Phillips closed so strong it hardly mattered what came before. (Voters have short attention spans, you see.) After his first song, Madcon's "Beggin'," Tyler said Phillips "could be a new Springsteen," while Jackson commented he felt he was at a Phil Phillips concert. All three judges agreed his middle performance of Matchbox Twenty's "Disease" was underwhelming, but by his home-run song was a performance all but forgotten. One of the performers is headed home — this time not in a good way — on Thursday's episode, which is also set to feature a performance by Adam Lambert. What did you think of "Idol" on Wednesday? Let us know in the comments! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
May 16th, 2012
Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez and Joshua Ledet make their final cases to America that they should be in the final two.By Adam Graham Phillip Phillips on "American Idol" Photo: Michael Becker/ FOX With "We've Got Tonight," Phillip Phillips may have punched his ticket to next week's "American Idol" finale. Phillips' performance at the close of Wednesday's (May 16) performance episode stole the show and earned a standing ovation from the judges. All night, Randy Jackson spoke of having big "moments," and Phillips' gentle take on the Bob Seger classic definitely qualified as one of those performances. "That was the perfect song at the perfect time and your best performance on the show ever!" Jackson told Phillips after the song. Jennifer Lopez said it was like a "lullaby," and Steven Tyler said he "nailed it" and praised him for his passion during the song. Phillips' "We've Got Tonight" came at the end of a two-hour show that saw the contestants visiting their hometowns and being treated like returning heroes. The episode also saw Joshua Ledet retain his momentum, while Jessica Sanchez slipped a bit, proving it may be tough for her to make it to the final two. Contestants sang three songs each: One chosen by the judges, one of their own choosing and one picked by Jimmy Iovine. Ledet opened the show with Etta James' "I'd Rather Go Blind," which also earned a standing ovation from the judges. (Not surprising, they picked the song.) "Out of 70,000, there's only one American Idol. And you sang like that one tonight," Tyler told Ledet after the song. He followed it with John Lennon's "Imagine," dubbed "brilliant" (by Jackson) and "controlled" (by Lopez) and finished with Mary J. Blige's "No More Drama," his suggestion from Iovine. It was another hit. "You have this perfect marriage of knowing exactly what you're doing and letting completely go at the same time," Lopez told him after his unkempt performance, which saw him dramatically remove his jacket, as well as his in-ear monitors. "There's spontaneity, you don't know what's going to happen, but you know it's going to be out of this world." Sanchez's up and down night was typified by Jackson's critiques: He called her version of Mariah Carey's "My All" "one of the best times a Mariah song has ever been performed on TV," but later said her version of Jackson Five's "I'll Be There" — also once memorably performed by Mariah — was only "OK." "There was never a moment-moment. It's like, you know, I mean, it needed like a moment-moment-moment." (In Jackson-speak, that means she didn't quite deliver.) Sandwiched between the two, she took on Aerosmith's "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing," which is more than a little familiar to one of the three judges. Tyler rose to his feet afterwards, telling her she "took a great song and made it greater," while Lopez called it "crazy" (in a good way). And Jackson? "Dude, you delivered, man, yo, whoa, I'm like yo, all right, all right." Our thoughts exactly, Randy. Phillips closed so strong it hardly mattered what came before. (Voters have short attention spans, you see.) After his first song, Madcon's "Beggin'," Tyler said Phillips "could be a new Springsteen," while Jackson commented he felt he was at a Phil Phillips concert. All three judges agreed his middle performance of Matchbox Twenty's "Disease" was underwhelming, but by his home-run song was a performance all but forgotten. One of the performers is headed home — this time not in a good way — on Thursday's episode, which is also set to feature a performance by Adam Lambert. What did you think of "Idol" on Wednesday? Let us know in the comments! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
Usher Unveils 'Nostalgic' New Song 'Twisted'
May 16th, 2012
Looking 4 Myself track featuring Pharrell is classic R&B but 'very relevant,' superstar says on 'MTV First.'By John Mitchell, with reporting by Sway Calloway Usher Photo: Jessica Hyndman / MTV News Usher sat down for an exclusive "MTV First" interview about his hotly anticipated upcoming release, Looking 4 Myself, his unconventional album-listening experience with the off-Broadway show "Fuerza Bruta" and to give fans a first listen to the Myself track "Twisted" featuring Pharrell. He told MTV News' Sway Calloway the song is a "nostalgic record" that reflects the album's ambitious aim to represent the variety of musical experiences that have impacted the R&B superstar. " 'Twisted' is more of a nostalgic record, so when you think about the classic R&B record, we managed a way to modernize it, even though that's very relevant," the singer said. "You hear records like Cee Lo, you hear Bruno Mars and also Andre 3000, and that sound is very relevant in this time. So this was kind of our way to tie it all together and give you something different that you probably wouldn't normally get from me." Adapting current sounds and making them his own is a theme Usher is bringing in earnest to Looking 4 Myself and also reflects his philosophy of how to stay in the game. The star released his self-titled debut in 1994, when he was just 16, and has gone on to sell over 65 million records worldwide and score nine #1 songs and six more top 10 hits. As for how he's managed to stay on top for so long, Usher revealed that it's important to never be insular when it comes to music. "Life is a workout, man, it's like a treadmill, and you gotta be with it, you gotta just stay with it," he said. "For me, I've had the fortunate ability to always be mindful of other things and other people. I'm not so caught up in what I'm doing that I can't be cognizant of what other people enjoy. ... Now, I think music should be used as a channel to really allow people to have different experiences. So, this album is all about bottling up those different experiences." The connecting tissue that's given Usher the ability to explore world music — from full-on dance tracks like his new single "Scream" and his collaboration with David Guetta, "Without You," to more classic R&B slow jams like "Climax" and the old-school spare drum beat of "Twisted" — while delivering cohesive records has been his voice, which he said brings "the essence of soul and emotion" to each record. "All of my career is kind of an unveiling, an unfolding story, and it ain't done. There's so much more that I'm going to do, so much that I've now just been interested in and been introduced to," he continued. "I just want that experience of having this very monogamous relationship with entertainment and acting in a way where I can really, really focus and become better." Usher's commitment to tackling the changing face of music head-on and forging new roads in entertainment as he matures — he is currently training for a Sugar Ray Leonard biopic — is the key to his success, he said, concluding, "It's all about evolution for me." Share your review of "Twisted" in the comments below! Related Videos MTV First: Usher Related Artists Usher
May 16th, 2012
Looking 4 Myself track featuring Pharrell is classic R&B but 'very relevant,' superstar says on 'MTV First.'By John Mitchell, with reporting by Sway Calloway Usher Photo: Jessica Hyndman / MTV News Usher sat down for an exclusive "MTV First" interview about his hotly anticipated upcoming release, Looking 4 Myself, his unconventional album-listening experience with the off-Broadway show "Fuerza Bruta" and to give fans a first listen to the Myself track "Twisted" featuring Pharrell. He told MTV News' Sway Calloway the song is a "nostalgic record" that reflects the album's ambitious aim to represent the variety of musical experiences that have impacted the R&B superstar. " 'Twisted' is more of a nostalgic record, so when you think about the classic R&B record, we managed a way to modernize it, even though that's very relevant," the singer said. "You hear records like Cee Lo, you hear Bruno Mars and also Andre 3000, and that sound is very relevant in this time. So this was kind of our way to tie it all together and give you something different that you probably wouldn't normally get from me." Adapting current sounds and making them his own is a theme Usher is bringing in earnest to Looking 4 Myself and also reflects his philosophy of how to stay in the game. The star released his self-titled debut in 1994, when he was just 16, and has gone on to sell over 65 million records worldwide and score nine #1 songs and six more top 10 hits. As for how he's managed to stay on top for so long, Usher revealed that it's important to never be insular when it comes to music. "Life is a workout, man, it's like a treadmill, and you gotta be with it, you gotta just stay with it," he said. "For me, I've had the fortunate ability to always be mindful of other things and other people. I'm not so caught up in what I'm doing that I can't be cognizant of what other people enjoy. ... Now, I think music should be used as a channel to really allow people to have different experiences. So, this album is all about bottling up those different experiences." The connecting tissue that's given Usher the ability to explore world music — from full-on dance tracks like his new single "Scream" and his collaboration with David Guetta, "Without You," to more classic R&B slow jams like "Climax" and the old-school spare drum beat of "Twisted" — while delivering cohesive records has been his voice, which he said brings "the essence of soul and emotion" to each record. "All of my career is kind of an unveiling, an unfolding story, and it ain't done. There's so much more that I'm going to do, so much that I've now just been interested in and been introduced to," he continued. "I just want that experience of having this very monogamous relationship with entertainment and acting in a way where I can really, really focus and become better." Usher's commitment to tackling the changing face of music head-on and forging new roads in entertainment as he matures — he is currently training for a Sugar Ray Leonard biopic — is the key to his success, he said, concluding, "It's all about evolution for me." Share your review of "Twisted" in the comments below! Related Videos MTV First: Usher Related Artists Usher
T.I. Supports President Obama On Same-Sex Marriage Stance
May 16th, 2012
'I think that you should be able to do whatever you want to do,' T.I. tells 'RapFix Live' about his stance on same-sex marriage. By Rob Markman, with reporting by Sway Calloway T.I. on "RapFix Live" Photo: Natasha Chandel/ MTV News President Obama is no stranger to hip-hop's support. Not only have MCs dedicated songs to the 44th U.S. Prez, but guys like Jay-Z, Diddy and Ludacris have openly backed Barack. While many criticized Obama for his support of same-sex marriage, Hov backs him, and so does T.I. "Just to speak honestly and being frank, I don't care," the "Live Your Life" MC said about the non-stop debate on same-sex marriage when he appeared on Wednesday's "RapFix Live." "I think that if a matter doesn't affect your daily life, you shouldn't take a hard stand on it. If it's not something that directly affects you, if it doesn't affect you, what difference does it make to you what other people are doing with their lives?" Tip, who is currently serving probation stemming from his 2007 weapons arrest, is unable to vote, but once his probation is lifted in September he revealed that he plans to vote for Obama, who will be looking to secure a second term as head of state. "I don't think that's a hard question," he said. During an interview with CNN on Monday, Jay applauded the president for speaking out in support of the gay-rights movement. "I've always thought it as something that was still holding the country back," Jay-Z said. "What people do in their own homes is their business, and you can choose to love whoever you love. That's their business. It's no different than discriminating against blacks. It's discrimination, plain and simple." "I think that you should be able to do whatever you want to do," T.I. remarked. "I don't see how it matters one way or another." Related Videos T.I. Brings The Grand Hustle To 'RapFix Live' Related Artists T.I.
May 16th, 2012
'I think that you should be able to do whatever you want to do,' T.I. tells 'RapFix Live' about his stance on same-sex marriage. By Rob Markman, with reporting by Sway Calloway T.I. on "RapFix Live" Photo: Natasha Chandel/ MTV News President Obama is no stranger to hip-hop's support. Not only have MCs dedicated songs to the 44th U.S. Prez, but guys like Jay-Z, Diddy and Ludacris have openly backed Barack. While many criticized Obama for his support of same-sex marriage, Hov backs him, and so does T.I. "Just to speak honestly and being frank, I don't care," the "Live Your Life" MC said about the non-stop debate on same-sex marriage when he appeared on Wednesday's "RapFix Live." "I think that if a matter doesn't affect your daily life, you shouldn't take a hard stand on it. If it's not something that directly affects you, if it doesn't affect you, what difference does it make to you what other people are doing with their lives?" Tip, who is currently serving probation stemming from his 2007 weapons arrest, is unable to vote, but once his probation is lifted in September he revealed that he plans to vote for Obama, who will be looking to secure a second term as head of state. "I don't think that's a hard question," he said. During an interview with CNN on Monday, Jay applauded the president for speaking out in support of the gay-rights movement. "I've always thought it as something that was still holding the country back," Jay-Z said. "What people do in their own homes is their business, and you can choose to love whoever you love. That's their business. It's no different than discriminating against blacks. It's discrimination, plain and simple." "I think that you should be able to do whatever you want to do," T.I. remarked. "I don't see how it matters one way or another." Related Videos T.I. Brings The Grand Hustle To 'RapFix Live' Related Artists T.I.
Usher's 'Climax' Is 'Not About Sex'
May 16th, 2012
Looking 4 Myself single is about reaching 'a place where you're gonna dive in or let it go,' Usher explains on 'MTV First.'By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Sway Calloway Sway and Usher Photo: Jessica Hyndman / MTV News Usher admits that "over the last three years of my life, it's no secret I went through some heavy transitions." And he's not joking. In 2009, he filed for a divorce from his wife, Tameka Foster, after marrying her in 2007. In the lead-up to the split, their relationship certainly came with drama, including a rift with his mother and a major health scare for Foster during a 2009 trip to Brazil. And even with his divorce finalized, Usher is still in and out of court dealing with custody issues over their two sons, Usher and Naviyd. However, he is ready to put all that drama aside now that he's purged those emotions for his June 12 album release, the aptly titled Looking 4 Myself. "There's an emotional side to it. Over the last three years of my life, it's no secret I went through some heavy transitions and in that I really came out new," he told MTV News during "MTV First." "I came out feeling a sense of entitlement and a sense of ownership of all of that I went through to become better and in being able to survive it. "So I was looking for something in the music," he continued. "I was looking for something in life. I was looking for something in it has always been right here. It has always been there. So I kind of used the music as a dairy in a way, but a creative, artistic, art-in-motion diary." But, Usher is no stranger to putting his drama to music. With albums titled Confessions and Raymond v. Raymond, he has always put his personal business right where people can hear it. "Oddly, I've unfortunately left my life an open book," he said. "So every record people would assume that each and every detail is specific, even the videos." That includes his most recent clip for "Climax," which follows jilted lover Usher as he contemplates shooting his girl's other man. Soon, he charges in the house, and a gunshot is fired off. What's unclear is whether it's reality or just Usher's fantasy. "OK, I'm not sitting out in front of somebody's house and shoot up the crib, just so you know," he joked. " 'Climax' was an interpretation to really give people a better understanding 'cause I felt like people really looked at the record for what you heard first, which was 'Climax'. So, people thought 'sex.' It's not about sex. Well, climax is about sex, but not the song. Just so we're clear." The Diplo-produced track actually has more to do with the events of the last few years of his life than events in the bedroom. "The song is really about kind of the crescendo of a relationship, where you've reached a place where you're gonna dive in or let it go," he said. "And the 'Climax' is what it is." Related Videos MTV First: Usher
May 16th, 2012
Looking 4 Myself single is about reaching 'a place where you're gonna dive in or let it go,' Usher explains on 'MTV First.'By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Sway Calloway Sway and Usher Photo: Jessica Hyndman / MTV News Usher admits that "over the last three years of my life, it's no secret I went through some heavy transitions." And he's not joking. In 2009, he filed for a divorce from his wife, Tameka Foster, after marrying her in 2007. In the lead-up to the split, their relationship certainly came with drama, including a rift with his mother and a major health scare for Foster during a 2009 trip to Brazil. And even with his divorce finalized, Usher is still in and out of court dealing with custody issues over their two sons, Usher and Naviyd. However, he is ready to put all that drama aside now that he's purged those emotions for his June 12 album release, the aptly titled Looking 4 Myself. "There's an emotional side to it. Over the last three years of my life, it's no secret I went through some heavy transitions and in that I really came out new," he told MTV News during "MTV First." "I came out feeling a sense of entitlement and a sense of ownership of all of that I went through to become better and in being able to survive it. "So I was looking for something in the music," he continued. "I was looking for something in life. I was looking for something in it has always been right here. It has always been there. So I kind of used the music as a dairy in a way, but a creative, artistic, art-in-motion diary." But, Usher is no stranger to putting his drama to music. With albums titled Confessions and Raymond v. Raymond, he has always put his personal business right where people can hear it. "Oddly, I've unfortunately left my life an open book," he said. "So every record people would assume that each and every detail is specific, even the videos." That includes his most recent clip for "Climax," which follows jilted lover Usher as he contemplates shooting his girl's other man. Soon, he charges in the house, and a gunshot is fired off. What's unclear is whether it's reality or just Usher's fantasy. "OK, I'm not sitting out in front of somebody's house and shoot up the crib, just so you know," he joked. " 'Climax' was an interpretation to really give people a better understanding 'cause I felt like people really looked at the record for what you heard first, which was 'Climax'. So, people thought 'sex.' It's not about sex. Well, climax is about sex, but not the song. Just so we're clear." The Diplo-produced track actually has more to do with the events of the last few years of his life than events in the bedroom. "The song is really about kind of the crescendo of a relationship, where you've reached a place where you're gonna dive in or let it go," he said. "And the 'Climax' is what it is." Related Videos MTV First: Usher
Nicki Minaj And Nas Seal 'Right By My Side' Video With A Kiss
May 16th, 2012
Rap superstars get cozy in just-premiered clip, which also features Chris Brown.By Rob Markman Nicki Minaj and Nas in her "Right By My Side" video Photo: Cash Money/Young Money/Universal Music Nicki and Nas —it has a nice ring to it, doesn't it? It's no secret that Nicki Minaj has a flair for the dramatic, and on Wednesday (May 16), when she debuted her "Right by My Side" video on MTV, Nicki surprised many by casting the Queensbridge rap great as her leading man. The bright and cheery video opens with a pensive Nicki seated in a high-backed chair fit for a queen; her mind is clearly elsewhere, unaware of the camera's gaze. Only a few seconds pass before Nas struts into the scene and the two lean in to share a smooch only to find their lives subjected to a rewind sequence before their lips touch. "It all comes down to this, I miss your morning," Nicki sings on cue as the viewer is taken back in time. It's all pretty rosy as the lovesick couple share deep conversation and an inside joke as Nas hands his honey a silver dollar, which she flips into a wishing well. The clip has all the makings of a Nicholas Sparks romance flick: There's PDA, hand-holding, shopping trips and outdoor lunches. In one scene, Nas — who sports his trademark half-moon Caesar and big-framed 1980s-inspired glasses — surprises Nicki with a new car, topped off with a pink bow, of course. The reigning rap queen is so excited she leaps into his open arms. When Chris Brown shows up for his guest verse and duet-styled hook, he is set outside of the video's story line, delivering passionate performance scenes but never interrupting the two lovebirds. Breezy is no doubt a superstar, but he sits as a third wheel on Nicki and Nas' romantic ride. The vibe of the soft love song switches by the time the Female Weezy's rap verse rolls in. It's quite the verbal display as she sits beside Nas, wearing his hoodie and rapping in double-time of her own sexual prowess. "My p---y game so cold, that he always seem to come back/ 'Cause he knows that it be a wrap when I'm riding it from the back," she spits while wearing God's Son's oversized medallion around her neck. For the most part, the couple can't stay away from each other, but there is clearly some separation between the two lovers, even if only for a brief, undefined moment. In the closing scene, a lonely and longing Nicki sits on a park bench under a full moon with a sullen look on her typically animated face. Her frown is quickly remedied when Nas pulls up besides his boo and takes a seat next to her. They first hug and then share a deep and sensual kiss that is sure to get the rumor mill spinning out of control. What did you think of Nicki Minaj and Nas' kiss in the "Right By My Side" video? Tell us in the comments! Related Artists Nicki Minaj Nas
May 16th, 2012
Rap superstars get cozy in just-premiered clip, which also features Chris Brown.By Rob Markman Nicki Minaj and Nas in her "Right By My Side" video Photo: Cash Money/Young Money/Universal Music Nicki and Nas —it has a nice ring to it, doesn't it? It's no secret that Nicki Minaj has a flair for the dramatic, and on Wednesday (May 16), when she debuted her "Right by My Side" video on MTV, Nicki surprised many by casting the Queensbridge rap great as her leading man. The bright and cheery video opens with a pensive Nicki seated in a high-backed chair fit for a queen; her mind is clearly elsewhere, unaware of the camera's gaze. Only a few seconds pass before Nas struts into the scene and the two lean in to share a smooch only to find their lives subjected to a rewind sequence before their lips touch. "It all comes down to this, I miss your morning," Nicki sings on cue as the viewer is taken back in time. It's all pretty rosy as the lovesick couple share deep conversation and an inside joke as Nas hands his honey a silver dollar, which she flips into a wishing well. The clip has all the makings of a Nicholas Sparks romance flick: There's PDA, hand-holding, shopping trips and outdoor lunches. In one scene, Nas — who sports his trademark half-moon Caesar and big-framed 1980s-inspired glasses — surprises Nicki with a new car, topped off with a pink bow, of course. The reigning rap queen is so excited she leaps into his open arms. When Chris Brown shows up for his guest verse and duet-styled hook, he is set outside of the video's story line, delivering passionate performance scenes but never interrupting the two lovebirds. Breezy is no doubt a superstar, but he sits as a third wheel on Nicki and Nas' romantic ride. The vibe of the soft love song switches by the time the Female Weezy's rap verse rolls in. It's quite the verbal display as she sits beside Nas, wearing his hoodie and rapping in double-time of her own sexual prowess. "My p---y game so cold, that he always seem to come back/ 'Cause he knows that it be a wrap when I'm riding it from the back," she spits while wearing God's Son's oversized medallion around her neck. For the most part, the couple can't stay away from each other, but there is clearly some separation between the two lovers, even if only for a brief, undefined moment. In the closing scene, a lonely and longing Nicki sits on a park bench under a full moon with a sullen look on her typically animated face. Her frown is quickly remedied when Nas pulls up besides his boo and takes a seat next to her. They first hug and then share a deep and sensual kiss that is sure to get the rumor mill spinning out of control. What did you think of Nicki Minaj and Nas' kiss in the "Right By My Side" video? Tell us in the comments! Related Artists Nicki Minaj Nas
Teyana Taylor Is G.O.O.D. Music's 'Spoiled Brat'
May 16th, 2012
'I could get whatever I want,' 21-year-old Harlem rapper tells MTV News about her new record deal with Kanye West.By Nadeska Alexis Teyana Taylor Photo: MTV News Teyana Taylor collaborated with Kanye West on his 2010 album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, and now, as an official member of the G.O.O.D. Music team, the Harlem rapper confirms that she will also appear on the upcoming G.O.O.D. compilation album. When MTV News caught up with Taylor after news broke that she'd officially been added to the Def Jam roster, she said the deal was finalized in April. "I had been actually working with the whole G.O.O.D. Music family for quite a while," she explained. "Around the time we did the 'Dark Fantasy' song, I was still in my contract with Star Trak/Interscope Records, and I asked for release because I wanted to find myself as an artist. I had options to go to different labels, but I felt like G.O.O.D. Music was where I wanted to be, where I fit in. "This is the second go 'round for me, and hopefully, the second time's the charm," the 21-year-old continued. "I signed to Star Trak with Pharrell when I was 15, and now I'm at a new chapter in my life where I'm signed to G.O.O.D. Music, and I'm blessed and happy to be part of the team." The rapper, singer, writer and actress said the new deal will definitely improve her worth ethic. "Being signed to G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam has opened more doors now that I finally have a team behind me that can push me to work harder," she said. Taylor has already recorded her tracks for the upcoming G.O.O.D. Music album, another humbling experience. "Recording 'Dark Fantasy' and recording the G.O.O.D. Music album was both crazy," she shared. "When we did 'Dark Fantasy,' the album had to be turned in in three hours, so that was a song that we made happen so last minute, which happened to be the first song on the album, so that was very exciting. "The same amount of work, same amount of pressure, same amount of heart, intensity, passion [went into recording the G.O.O.D. Music LP]. It was a great experience to be able to work with someone like Kanye and with Pusha T, Big Sean, Kid Cudi, Common and the whole G.O.O.D. family. When it's time to do something, we all come together, we make it work, everyone's focused." Taylor recorded with West in both Los Angeles and New York, laughing off rumors that the crew ticked off the Royal Family while recording in London. Right now, Taylor is simply enjoying her new family circle. "I am the princess of G.O.O.D. Music, the first lady of G.O.O.D. Music, the baby of G.O.O.D. Music," she said, laughing. "I'm kinda the spoiled brat right now. I could get whatever I want." Related Artists Teyana Taylor Kanye West
May 16th, 2012
'I could get whatever I want,' 21-year-old Harlem rapper tells MTV News about her new record deal with Kanye West.By Nadeska Alexis Teyana Taylor Photo: MTV News Teyana Taylor collaborated with Kanye West on his 2010 album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, and now, as an official member of the G.O.O.D. Music team, the Harlem rapper confirms that she will also appear on the upcoming G.O.O.D. compilation album. When MTV News caught up with Taylor after news broke that she'd officially been added to the Def Jam roster, she said the deal was finalized in April. "I had been actually working with the whole G.O.O.D. Music family for quite a while," she explained. "Around the time we did the 'Dark Fantasy' song, I was still in my contract with Star Trak/Interscope Records, and I asked for release because I wanted to find myself as an artist. I had options to go to different labels, but I felt like G.O.O.D. Music was where I wanted to be, where I fit in. "This is the second go 'round for me, and hopefully, the second time's the charm," the 21-year-old continued. "I signed to Star Trak with Pharrell when I was 15, and now I'm at a new chapter in my life where I'm signed to G.O.O.D. Music, and I'm blessed and happy to be part of the team." The rapper, singer, writer and actress said the new deal will definitely improve her worth ethic. "Being signed to G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam has opened more doors now that I finally have a team behind me that can push me to work harder," she said. Taylor has already recorded her tracks for the upcoming G.O.O.D. Music album, another humbling experience. "Recording 'Dark Fantasy' and recording the G.O.O.D. Music album was both crazy," she shared. "When we did 'Dark Fantasy,' the album had to be turned in in three hours, so that was a song that we made happen so last minute, which happened to be the first song on the album, so that was very exciting. "The same amount of work, same amount of pressure, same amount of heart, intensity, passion [went into recording the G.O.O.D. Music LP]. It was a great experience to be able to work with someone like Kanye and with Pusha T, Big Sean, Kid Cudi, Common and the whole G.O.O.D. family. When it's time to do something, we all come together, we make it work, everyone's focused." Taylor recorded with West in both Los Angeles and New York, laughing off rumors that the crew ticked off the Royal Family while recording in London. Right now, Taylor is simply enjoying her new family circle. "I am the princess of G.O.O.D. Music, the first lady of G.O.O.D. Music, the baby of G.O.O.D. Music," she said, laughing. "I'm kinda the spoiled brat right now. I could get whatever I want." Related Artists Teyana Taylor Kanye West
'Perks Of A Wallflower' Trailer To Debut At MTV Movie Awards!
May 16th, 2012
Emma Watson (who tweeted the news) will be on hand with Logan Lerman and Ezra Miller to present the sneak peek Sunday, June 3.By Kara Warner Emma Watson and Logan Lerman in "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" Photo: John Bramley/Summit Entertainment We're less than a month away from everyone's favorite cinematic-themed awards show — the 2012 MTV Movie Awards — and with only weeks away from our June 3 show date, you can expect special announcements to start flooding in with teases of this year's special guests, presenters and pre-show moments. Speaking of pre-show moments, we're pleased to announce that the star-studded cast of "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" will be on hand to help present the trailer for the highly anticipated film during our pre-show. The lovely Emma Watson helped break the news via her Twitter account on Wednesday (May 16). #PerksOfBeingAWallflower Trailer is going to show at the @MTVMovieAwards pre-show! @LoganLerman and Ezra and I will be there to present. : )— Emma Watson (@EmWatson) May 16, 2012 "#PerksOfBeingAWallflower Trailer is going to show at the @MTVMovieAwards pre-show!" Watson wrote. "@LoganLerman and Ezra and I will be there to present. : )" "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" is based on the popular Stephen Chbosky novel of the same name. The story revolves around introverted high school freshman Charlie (Logan Lerman) as he slowly comes out of his shell thanks to new friends, siblings Sam (Emma Watson) and Patrick (Ezra Miller). Watson will not only be attending the show as part of the "Perks" trailer presentation, but will also be representing "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2," for which the lovely actress is a double nominee in the Best Female Performance and Best Kiss categories. "Deathly Hallows, Part 2" has a chance to take home major Movie Awards gold given their six nominations but faces fierce competition from "The Hunger Games" and "Bridesmaids," which are the most-nominated movies this year. The MTV Movie Awards will air live from the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, California, on Sunday, June 3, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on MTV. Head over to MovieAwards.MTV.com to vote for your favorite flicks now! The 21st annual MTV Movie Awards air live Sunday, June 3, at 9 p.m. ET.
May 16th, 2012
Emma Watson (who tweeted the news) will be on hand with Logan Lerman and Ezra Miller to present the sneak peek Sunday, June 3.By Kara Warner Emma Watson and Logan Lerman in "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" Photo: John Bramley/Summit Entertainment We're less than a month away from everyone's favorite cinematic-themed awards show — the 2012 MTV Movie Awards — and with only weeks away from our June 3 show date, you can expect special announcements to start flooding in with teases of this year's special guests, presenters and pre-show moments. Speaking of pre-show moments, we're pleased to announce that the star-studded cast of "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" will be on hand to help present the trailer for the highly anticipated film during our pre-show. The lovely Emma Watson helped break the news via her Twitter account on Wednesday (May 16). #PerksOfBeingAWallflower Trailer is going to show at the @MTVMovieAwards pre-show! @LoganLerman and Ezra and I will be there to present. : )— Emma Watson (@EmWatson) May 16, 2012 "#PerksOfBeingAWallflower Trailer is going to show at the @MTVMovieAwards pre-show!" Watson wrote. "@LoganLerman and Ezra and I will be there to present. : )" "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" is based on the popular Stephen Chbosky novel of the same name. The story revolves around introverted high school freshman Charlie (Logan Lerman) as he slowly comes out of his shell thanks to new friends, siblings Sam (Emma Watson) and Patrick (Ezra Miller). Watson will not only be attending the show as part of the "Perks" trailer presentation, but will also be representing "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2," for which the lovely actress is a double nominee in the Best Female Performance and Best Kiss categories. "Deathly Hallows, Part 2" has a chance to take home major Movie Awards gold given their six nominations but faces fierce competition from "The Hunger Games" and "Bridesmaids," which are the most-nominated movies this year. The MTV Movie Awards will air live from the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, California, on Sunday, June 3, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on MTV. Head over to MovieAwards.MTV.com to vote for your favorite flicks now! The 21st annual MTV Movie Awards air live Sunday, June 3, at 9 p.m. ET.
Jay-Z Infected By Rita Ora's Energy
May 16th, 2012
'When she walks into a room, her energy picks you up," Hov tells MTV News of his Roc Nation signee.By Rob Markman Jay-Z Photo: MTV News Jay-Z sure knows how to make dreams come true. Through the years, Hov has provided platforms for quite a few key artists like Kanye West and Rihanna — maybe you've heard of 'em. He has also lent a hand to a few less notables — Rell, anyone? — but when it comes to Roc Nation's new pop starlet Rita Ora, Hova has high hopes. "She's one of the people that, if you were in the position, you say, 'I'm gonna help her get her dream out and then we'll see what happens,' " Jay-Z told MTV News about the Kosovo-born, West London-bred singer when we caught up with him in Philadelphia on Monday. "I think her energy is infectious, because out the gate, two #1s in London and she'll just continue to grow from there." The later of the two #1s that Jigga references is her current single "R.I.P.," a track that was co-written by Drake and features Tinie Tempah. The fiery electro-love ode finds Ora staking her claim in a convoluted love triangle, making sensual offers that her boo simply can't refuse. "R.I.P. to the girl you used to see," she sings with a sexy wit. What's not to love about Rita? She perfectly balances over-the-top talent with a simple, around-the-way-girl charm. Her debut U.S. single "How We Do (Party)" is a nod to the Notorious B.I.G.'s 1991 underground track "Party and Bullsh--," doesn't get more around the way than that. (She told us last month she's a " huge Notorious B.I.G. fan.") You'll be hard-pressed to find a bigger B.I.G. fan than Jay, and it just so happens he's pretty fond of Rita as well. "She was the cool girl that worked in the sneaker store in the hood and everyone knew of her. She was just in there dreamin' and she just wanted it so bad," he said, describing Ora with awe. "You could just feel the excitement and the energy when she walks in the room, the room really changes. I know a lot of people say that and it gets to be cliché, but when she walks into a room, her energy picks you up." Are you into Rita Ora's energy? Let us know in the comments Related Artists Jay-Z Rita Ora
May 16th, 2012
'When she walks into a room, her energy picks you up," Hov tells MTV News of his Roc Nation signee.By Rob Markman Jay-Z Photo: MTV News Jay-Z sure knows how to make dreams come true. Through the years, Hov has provided platforms for quite a few key artists like Kanye West and Rihanna — maybe you've heard of 'em. He has also lent a hand to a few less notables — Rell, anyone? — but when it comes to Roc Nation's new pop starlet Rita Ora, Hova has high hopes. "She's one of the people that, if you were in the position, you say, 'I'm gonna help her get her dream out and then we'll see what happens,' " Jay-Z told MTV News about the Kosovo-born, West London-bred singer when we caught up with him in Philadelphia on Monday. "I think her energy is infectious, because out the gate, two #1s in London and she'll just continue to grow from there." The later of the two #1s that Jigga references is her current single "R.I.P.," a track that was co-written by Drake and features Tinie Tempah. The fiery electro-love ode finds Ora staking her claim in a convoluted love triangle, making sensual offers that her boo simply can't refuse. "R.I.P. to the girl you used to see," she sings with a sexy wit. What's not to love about Rita? She perfectly balances over-the-top talent with a simple, around-the-way-girl charm. Her debut U.S. single "How We Do (Party)" is a nod to the Notorious B.I.G.'s 1991 underground track "Party and Bullsh--," doesn't get more around the way than that. (She told us last month she's a " huge Notorious B.I.G. fan.") You'll be hard-pressed to find a bigger B.I.G. fan than Jay, and it just so happens he's pretty fond of Rita as well. "She was the cool girl that worked in the sneaker store in the hood and everyone knew of her. She was just in there dreamin' and she just wanted it so bad," he said, describing Ora with awe. "You could just feel the excitement and the energy when she walks in the room, the room really changes. I know a lot of people say that and it gets to be cliché, but when she walks into a room, her energy picks you up." Are you into Rita Ora's energy? Let us know in the comments Related Artists Jay-Z Rita Ora
Justin Bieber: 'I Can't Not Dance Battle Usher'
May 16th, 2012
Bieber's mentor and dance-off foe will debut his new track 'Twisted' on 'MTV First: Usher,' airing tonight at 7:54 p.m. on MTV.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Sway Calloway Justin Bieber Photo: Valery Hache/ AFP/ Getty Images Justin Bieber and his mentor, Usher, believe it or not, have engaged in a dance-off or two. While Bieber is certainly known for his ability to cut a rug, he noted that his pal has the smoother of the dance moves. "Dance-offs? We had one the other night. He did this little show in New York," Bieber explained to MTV News earlier this month about facing off against Usher during his stint in the off-Broadway "Fuerza Bruta" in April. "Mid-show, he comes in the middle of the dance floor and does a dance battle with me. And I'm like 'I'm too tired for this.' He pulls out moves and I can't not dance battle Usher. "So I go in there, do my whole thing," he recalled. "I'm pretty sure I lost, but it's all good." When they aren't battling it out on the dance floor, it seems Usher is offering up some sage advice to the 18-year-old singer. "He's just given me the advice of 'Always keep the people that were there in the beginning, keep them with you because those are the people that really care. They want to see you succeed,' " he said. "I think that's probably pretty much the main thing he's always told me." Usher has even more to share about working with his superstar mentee. He will open up during "MTV First: Usher," set to take place tonight at 7:54 p.m. ET on MTV. He will introduce exclusive footage from "Fuerza Bruta" and his new single, the Pharrell-produced "Twisted," and will stick around for an interview with MTV News' Sway Calloway to discuss it all, including his new June release, Looking 4 Myself, on MTV.com afterward. Fans can submit questions via MTV.com or Twitter @MTVNews with the hashtag #MTVFirst or #AskUsher. Don't miss "MTV First: Usher" tonight at 7:54 p.m. ET on MTV, followed by an interview with the singer on MTV.com! Related Videos Get Ready For 'MTV First: Usher'! MTV First: Justin Bieber Related Artists Usher Justin Bieber
May 16th, 2012
Bieber's mentor and dance-off foe will debut his new track 'Twisted' on 'MTV First: Usher,' airing tonight at 7:54 p.m. on MTV.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Sway Calloway Justin Bieber Photo: Valery Hache/ AFP/ Getty Images Justin Bieber and his mentor, Usher, believe it or not, have engaged in a dance-off or two. While Bieber is certainly known for his ability to cut a rug, he noted that his pal has the smoother of the dance moves. "Dance-offs? We had one the other night. He did this little show in New York," Bieber explained to MTV News earlier this month about facing off against Usher during his stint in the off-Broadway "Fuerza Bruta" in April. "Mid-show, he comes in the middle of the dance floor and does a dance battle with me. And I'm like 'I'm too tired for this.' He pulls out moves and I can't not dance battle Usher. "So I go in there, do my whole thing," he recalled. "I'm pretty sure I lost, but it's all good." When they aren't battling it out on the dance floor, it seems Usher is offering up some sage advice to the 18-year-old singer. "He's just given me the advice of 'Always keep the people that were there in the beginning, keep them with you because those are the people that really care. They want to see you succeed,' " he said. "I think that's probably pretty much the main thing he's always told me." Usher has even more to share about working with his superstar mentee. He will open up during "MTV First: Usher," set to take place tonight at 7:54 p.m. ET on MTV. He will introduce exclusive footage from "Fuerza Bruta" and his new single, the Pharrell-produced "Twisted," and will stick around for an interview with MTV News' Sway Calloway to discuss it all, including his new June release, Looking 4 Myself, on MTV.com afterward. Fans can submit questions via MTV.com or Twitter @MTVNews with the hashtag #MTVFirst or #AskUsher. Don't miss "MTV First: Usher" tonight at 7:54 p.m. ET on MTV, followed by an interview with the singer on MTV.com! Related Videos Get Ready For 'MTV First: Usher'! MTV First: Justin Bieber Related Artists Usher Justin Bieber
'American Idol' Producer 'Thrilled' By Final Three
May 16th, 2012
'I can't even begin to think who the final is going to be between,' Nigel Lythgoe tells MTV News.By Jocelyn Vena Nigel Lythgoe Photo: MTV News And then there were three. The final trio of contestants will face off this week on "American Idol," and if you think you know who might win, "Idol" producer Nigel Lythgoe points out that there's really no way to predict the winner. With it all down to Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez and judge-favorite Joshua Ledet, the chances of predicting who will be the season 11 champion is nearly impossible, especially given the show's history. "I guess I was shocked at Colton [Dixon] going so early. I thought he might even make the final. We've had very talented singers all this season. I'm thrilled with the three people who are left," he told MTV News at an event announcing Fox's fall lineup on Monday. "I can't even begin to think who the final is going to be between. "And then whichever combination you look: If Joshua is sent home, where does Joshua's votes go to, Jessica or to Phillip? Where does Jessica's votes go, if she's sent home? Where do Phillip's votes [go]?" he continued about any final combinations ahead of the May 23 finale. "So... I still don't know with the combination of just moving it around who is going to win." That being said, Lythgoe must have some gut feeling about who will join the ranks of Jordin Sparks, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Kris Allen as the "Idol" victor this time around? "I don't have to use my gut," he said. "I know the results every week and nobody has won two weeks on the run. It's so dependent, I think, on song choice now and how they do. The judges can critique, America makes its own decision at the end of the day." Do you think you can predict the next American Idol? Leave your comment below! Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
May 16th, 2012
'I can't even begin to think who the final is going to be between,' Nigel Lythgoe tells MTV News.By Jocelyn Vena Nigel Lythgoe Photo: MTV News And then there were three. The final trio of contestants will face off this week on "American Idol," and if you think you know who might win, "Idol" producer Nigel Lythgoe points out that there's really no way to predict the winner. With it all down to Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez and judge-favorite Joshua Ledet, the chances of predicting who will be the season 11 champion is nearly impossible, especially given the show's history. "I guess I was shocked at Colton [Dixon] going so early. I thought he might even make the final. We've had very talented singers all this season. I'm thrilled with the three people who are left," he told MTV News at an event announcing Fox's fall lineup on Monday. "I can't even begin to think who the final is going to be between. "And then whichever combination you look: If Joshua is sent home, where does Joshua's votes go to, Jessica or to Phillip? Where does Jessica's votes go, if she's sent home? Where do Phillip's votes [go]?" he continued about any final combinations ahead of the May 23 finale. "So... I still don't know with the combination of just moving it around who is going to win." That being said, Lythgoe must have some gut feeling about who will join the ranks of Jordin Sparks, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Kris Allen as the "Idol" victor this time around? "I don't have to use my gut," he said. "I know the results every week and nobody has won two weeks on the run. It's so dependent, I think, on song choice now and how they do. The judges can critique, America makes its own decision at the end of the day." Do you think you can predict the next American Idol? Leave your comment below! Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
Kristen Stewart Wants 'Freaky' Co-Stars For 'Cali'
May 16th, 2012
KStew wants to 'get together really weird, freaky actor people' for the Nick Cassavetes-directed film, her first producer credit.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Josh Horowitz Kristen Stewart Photo: MTV News Kristen Stewart might be the light in the darkness of "Snow White and the Huntsman," but in her next film, "Cali," Stewart is fully embracing the unsavory. The Nick Cassavetes-directed flick is expected to shoot this summer and, from the looks of it, it exists in a world that couldn't be farther from the fairytale world of "Snow White." "Hopefully after all of this we can go and we can do it in the summer, like lock ourselves away for a few weeks in the Valley [in L.A.] in a little production office and get together really weird, freaky actor people," she told MTV News. "It's filled with like the coolest characters." The film centers on Mya (Stewart) and Chris, a couple from San Fernando Valley who sell a fake snuff film and disappear with the money. But Mya, who's thought to be dead, must head back to Cali years later to save the younger sister she left behind. When she and Chris return, they're faced with an array of characters, including "angry former business partners, homicidal porn stars, stoner vet techs [and] an unstoppable killing machine in a cowboy hat." Michael Diliberti ("30 Minutes or Less") wrote the script. "I'm from the Valley. It's been a while since we captured that world and it's super extreme, everything about it. I think it's like, it's extremely violent, it's extremely funny, extremely emotional," she explained about the film, which will be Stewart's first producer credit. "But all very kind of, not hard to watch, but real." Until she gets real in "Cali," KStew will close the "Twilight" chapter of her career when "Breaking Dawn - Part 2" opens this November. She's expected to hit up the Cannes Film Festival to premiere "On the Road," in which she'll showing another real side of herself when she appears nude. "I wasn't scared, honestly," Stewart told MTV News of the sex scenes, including a ménage à trois with co-stars Garrett Hedlund and Sam Riley. "It's kind of insane to watch now. I'm like, 'Who is that?' But I think — as every actress says when they do this is — it just felt so right," she said. "It was so within a different world and so within a different environment that I don't even really feel — I mean, I am personally connected to it, of course — but it is something outside of myself." Which Kristen Stewart movie are you looking forward to most? Leave your comment below! Check out everything we've got on "On the Road" and "Breaking Dawn - Part 2." For young Hollywood news, fashion and "Twilight" updates around the clock, visit HollywoodCrush.MTV.com. Related Videos MTV Rough Cut: 'Snow White And The Huntsman' Related Photos Snow White And The Huntsman
May 16th, 2012
KStew wants to 'get together really weird, freaky actor people' for the Nick Cassavetes-directed film, her first producer credit.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Josh Horowitz Kristen Stewart Photo: MTV News Kristen Stewart might be the light in the darkness of "Snow White and the Huntsman," but in her next film, "Cali," Stewart is fully embracing the unsavory. The Nick Cassavetes-directed flick is expected to shoot this summer and, from the looks of it, it exists in a world that couldn't be farther from the fairytale world of "Snow White." "Hopefully after all of this we can go and we can do it in the summer, like lock ourselves away for a few weeks in the Valley [in L.A.] in a little production office and get together really weird, freaky actor people," she told MTV News. "It's filled with like the coolest characters." The film centers on Mya (Stewart) and Chris, a couple from San Fernando Valley who sell a fake snuff film and disappear with the money. But Mya, who's thought to be dead, must head back to Cali years later to save the younger sister she left behind. When she and Chris return, they're faced with an array of characters, including "angry former business partners, homicidal porn stars, stoner vet techs [and] an unstoppable killing machine in a cowboy hat." Michael Diliberti ("30 Minutes or Less") wrote the script. "I'm from the Valley. It's been a while since we captured that world and it's super extreme, everything about it. I think it's like, it's extremely violent, it's extremely funny, extremely emotional," she explained about the film, which will be Stewart's first producer credit. "But all very kind of, not hard to watch, but real." Until she gets real in "Cali," KStew will close the "Twilight" chapter of her career when "Breaking Dawn - Part 2" opens this November. She's expected to hit up the Cannes Film Festival to premiere "On the Road," in which she'll showing another real side of herself when she appears nude. "I wasn't scared, honestly," Stewart told MTV News of the sex scenes, including a ménage à trois with co-stars Garrett Hedlund and Sam Riley. "It's kind of insane to watch now. I'm like, 'Who is that?' But I think — as every actress says when they do this is — it just felt so right," she said. "It was so within a different world and so within a different environment that I don't even really feel — I mean, I am personally connected to it, of course — but it is something outside of myself." Which Kristen Stewart movie are you looking forward to most? Leave your comment below! Check out everything we've got on "On the Road" and "Breaking Dawn - Part 2." For young Hollywood news, fashion and "Twilight" updates around the clock, visit HollywoodCrush.MTV.com. Related Videos MTV Rough Cut: 'Snow White And The Huntsman' Related Photos Snow White And The Huntsman
'Idol' Finalist Jessica Sanchez Gets Props From Philippine President
May 16th, 2012
'American Idol' hopefuls Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips have gotten A-List support from Mariah Carey, Rihanna and Julianne Hough.By Gil Kaufman Jessica Sanchez on "American Idol" Photo: FOX U.S. presidents have typically stayed out of the "who is going to win 'American Idol'" fray in the past in order to avoid upsetting any voting blocs. But that doesn't mean that foreign dignitaries can't offer up their two cents. That might explain why on the eve of the penultimate performance night on "Idol," the Associated Press reported that Philippine president Benigno Aquino III has wholeheartedly endorsed his choice for next week's finale: Jessica Sanchez. "Hopefully, she really reaches the top," Aquino said of the 16-year-old top three finalists from Chula Vista, California, who is of Filipino and Latin heritage. The President isn't the only one who has co-signed the pixie-size diva. She's gotten shout-outs and love from everyone from "Idol" mentor Jimmy Iovine and his music industry pal Tommy Mottola to former "Idol" champ Kris Allen. Onetime contestants Jennifer Hudson and Haley Reinhart, as well as singers Billy Joel, Beyoncé, India.Arie and Colbie Caillat have all sung Sanchez's praises. In an interview, Allen said, "I said that Jessica Sanchez was my favorite, and I hate saying that to be honest with you because I remember being on the show and other people being fans of other people on the show that were not me. But I think that she is my favorite to win the show. ... I think it's time for a girl to win, to be honest with you." While a girl has indeed not won since season six, Sanchez isn't the only one getting props from famous admirers. Leading contender Phillip Phillips has been feeling the love on his Twitter account, where he's gotten shout-outs from past "Idol" contestants including Casey Abrams, Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo and James Durbin, who said Phil reminds him of (shocker) Dave Matthews. Also offering praise over the months: rocker Jonny Lang, new Twitter bestie and Dave Matthews bassist Stefan Lessard, fake crush Julianne Hough and the folks at his favorite hometown restaurant, El Coyote Café. The other male left in the competition, soul sensation Joshua Ledet, is no slouch, either. In fact, over the past four months he's turned into the celeb-crush object of the moment, chatting up former "Idol" finalists Pia Toscano, Alaina and Melinda Doolittle, as well as "X Factor" finalist Stacy Francis. "Idol" champ Allen had high praise writing, "I think @JLedetAI11 is the best singer that's ever been on the show." Hudson sent a note to Ledet in February that he later said brought tears to his eyes, writing, "Joshua Ledet did an amazing performance of 'You Pulled Me Through' on @AmericanIdol last night. Gave me goosebumps!" Show executive producer Nigel Lythgoe sent along a note from the legendary Percy Sledge that said how much he enjoyed Ledet's version of "When a Man Loves a Woman." Oh, and did we mention that Mariah Carey tweeted him? "Joshua, thank you for your kind words and your beautiful performance," she wrote on March 29 after he sang her version of "Without You." "I'm honored you chose to sing my version of the song. God bless." And Rihanna too? "Joshua Ledet!!!!!!! I'm your #1 fan," she gushed. Not to mention Mary J. Blige herself, who wrote on May 10, "I just voted for @JLedetAI11 on #Idol. He slayed his performances." Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions.
May 16th, 2012
'American Idol' hopefuls Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips have gotten A-List support from Mariah Carey, Rihanna and Julianne Hough.By Gil Kaufman Jessica Sanchez on "American Idol" Photo: FOX U.S. presidents have typically stayed out of the "who is going to win 'American Idol'" fray in the past in order to avoid upsetting any voting blocs. But that doesn't mean that foreign dignitaries can't offer up their two cents. That might explain why on the eve of the penultimate performance night on "Idol," the Associated Press reported that Philippine president Benigno Aquino III has wholeheartedly endorsed his choice for next week's finale: Jessica Sanchez. "Hopefully, she really reaches the top," Aquino said of the 16-year-old top three finalists from Chula Vista, California, who is of Filipino and Latin heritage. The President isn't the only one who has co-signed the pixie-size diva. She's gotten shout-outs and love from everyone from "Idol" mentor Jimmy Iovine and his music industry pal Tommy Mottola to former "Idol" champ Kris Allen. Onetime contestants Jennifer Hudson and Haley Reinhart, as well as singers Billy Joel, Beyoncé, India.Arie and Colbie Caillat have all sung Sanchez's praises. In an interview, Allen said, "I said that Jessica Sanchez was my favorite, and I hate saying that to be honest with you because I remember being on the show and other people being fans of other people on the show that were not me. But I think that she is my favorite to win the show. ... I think it's time for a girl to win, to be honest with you." While a girl has indeed not won since season six, Sanchez isn't the only one getting props from famous admirers. Leading contender Phillip Phillips has been feeling the love on his Twitter account, where he's gotten shout-outs from past "Idol" contestants including Casey Abrams, Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo and James Durbin, who said Phil reminds him of (shocker) Dave Matthews. Also offering praise over the months: rocker Jonny Lang, new Twitter bestie and Dave Matthews bassist Stefan Lessard, fake crush Julianne Hough and the folks at his favorite hometown restaurant, El Coyote Café. The other male left in the competition, soul sensation Joshua Ledet, is no slouch, either. In fact, over the past four months he's turned into the celeb-crush object of the moment, chatting up former "Idol" finalists Pia Toscano, Alaina and Melinda Doolittle, as well as "X Factor" finalist Stacy Francis. "Idol" champ Allen had high praise writing, "I think @JLedetAI11 is the best singer that's ever been on the show." Hudson sent a note to Ledet in February that he later said brought tears to his eyes, writing, "Joshua Ledet did an amazing performance of 'You Pulled Me Through' on @AmericanIdol last night. Gave me goosebumps!" Show executive producer Nigel Lythgoe sent along a note from the legendary Percy Sledge that said how much he enjoyed Ledet's version of "When a Man Loves a Woman." Oh, and did we mention that Mariah Carey tweeted him? "Joshua, thank you for your kind words and your beautiful performance," she wrote on March 29 after he sang her version of "Without You." "I'm honored you chose to sing my version of the song. God bless." And Rihanna too? "Joshua Ledet!!!!!!! I'm your #1 fan," she gushed. Not to mention Mary J. Blige herself, who wrote on May 10, "I just voted for @JLedetAI11 on #Idol. He slayed his performances." Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions.
'Fifty Shades Of Grey': Kim Kardashian Sneaks A Peek
May 16th, 2012
'My grandmother MJ read the first one and said she couldn't put it down," Khloe Kardashian tells MTV News.By Kara Warner Kim Kardashian & Khloe Kardashian Photo: MTV News With book-to-film adaptations being all the rage these days, people just can't seem to stop talking about the latest hot-button page-turner and best-seller "Fifty Shades of Grey." And with the big-screen version of the saucy, S&M-heavy tale on the way, we're doing our best here at MTV News to keep abreast of the latest developments in casting, along with attempts to round up a list of celebrity fans. When we caught up with in-the-know reality TV superstars Kim and Khloe Kardashian recently, ahead of the premiere of the new season of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians," we asked the sisters for their thoughts on the book and its rise to popularity within the pop-culture zeitgeist. Both ladies apparently have a lot of reading to do. "[I haven't read it] but everyone talks about it," Khloe said. "My grandmother MJ read the first one and said she couldn't put it down. Now she's on the second one. My grandmother!" Khloe added. "Sexy!" Kim also has yet to read the entire story, but admitted to letting her curiosity get the best of her during a recent plane ride that involved reading over a stranger's shoulder. "There was someone reading it on their Kindle on the plane [in the seat] in front of me and they were a little older so the font was huge," Kim recalled. "I was bored so I was like leaning forward and reading a full chapter." "I heard it's a great book," Khloe chimed in. "It's racy," Kim said. "Grandmothers gotta live too," Khloe said with a smile.
May 16th, 2012
'My grandmother MJ read the first one and said she couldn't put it down," Khloe Kardashian tells MTV News.By Kara Warner Kim Kardashian & Khloe Kardashian Photo: MTV News With book-to-film adaptations being all the rage these days, people just can't seem to stop talking about the latest hot-button page-turner and best-seller "Fifty Shades of Grey." And with the big-screen version of the saucy, S&M-heavy tale on the way, we're doing our best here at MTV News to keep abreast of the latest developments in casting, along with attempts to round up a list of celebrity fans. When we caught up with in-the-know reality TV superstars Kim and Khloe Kardashian recently, ahead of the premiere of the new season of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians," we asked the sisters for their thoughts on the book and its rise to popularity within the pop-culture zeitgeist. Both ladies apparently have a lot of reading to do. "[I haven't read it] but everyone talks about it," Khloe said. "My grandmother MJ read the first one and said she couldn't put it down. Now she's on the second one. My grandmother!" Khloe added. "Sexy!" Kim also has yet to read the entire story, but admitted to letting her curiosity get the best of her during a recent plane ride that involved reading over a stranger's shoulder. "There was someone reading it on their Kindle on the plane [in the seat] in front of me and they were a little older so the font was huge," Kim recalled. "I was bored so I was like leaning forward and reading a full chapter." "I heard it's a great book," Khloe chimed in. "It's racy," Kim said. "Grandmothers gotta live too," Khloe said with a smile.
Jennifer Lopez Tops Forbes Celebrity 100
May 16th, 2012
Oprah and Justin Bieber follow, with Lady Gaga falling from #1 to #5 and Katy Perry and Rihanna making top 10 debuts.By John Mitchell Jennifer Lopez Photo: Mike Coppola/ Getty Images There's no doubt Jennifer Lopez has experienced one of the most meteoric comebacks in recent memory, and it seems Forbes is taking note, granting the multi-hyphenate mogul the top spot on its annual Celebrity 100. Lopez unseats Lady Gaga, who took top honors last year but falls to #5 in this year's ranking; her visibility and earnings were lower in the last 12 months because she wasn't touring, having wrapped her Monster Ball in May of last year and only recently launching her latest road show, the Born This Way Ball. Rihanna and Kim Kardashian debut on the list in grand fashion, coming in at 4 and 7, respectively. The two benefited from the inclusion of a "Social Rank" among the factors, which include money earned, TV/radio presence and level of press attention, used to formulate the listing, which aims to reflect the level of influence a celebrity has in the entertainment industry. With her millions of followers on Twitter and Facebook, Rihanna came in second in the Social Rank category. Explaining Lopez's position on the list, Forbes writes, "['American Idol'] gave her a platform to promote her music and turn her image around. It didn't hurt that she also split from her husband, Marc Anthony. Suddenly a single mother, Lopez lapped up the media attention and scored lucrative endorsement deals with companies like L'Oreal and Gillette. She now has a line of clothing at Kohl's, a top-selling fragrance and she was able to secure a nice bump — to $20 million — on her' Idol' salary for a second season. With 6.6 million followers on Twitter and 12 million fans on Facebook, she's also proved a master of social media." Oprah Winfrey held on to the #2 spot on the list and was its top earner ($165 million) despite a tough year that saw her syndicated talk show come to a planned end after 25 years and her OWN cable network struggle in the ratings. Justin Bieber also held onto the #3 position he debuted in last year. The "Boyfriend" pop star earned an impressive $55 million in the last 12 months and garnered top 10 rankings elsewhere across the board, coming in at #3 in the Social Rank and #4 in the TV/Radio Rank. Her long list of chart-topping singles and the press attention around her divorce from Russell Brand, in addition to her strong Twitter presence and largely sold-out California Dreams world tour, were enough to push Katy Perry into the top 10 after debuting on the countdown last year at #12. She leaps six spots in this year's ranking, placing at #6 with a not-too-shabby $45 million earned. Looking at the list and the various artists' rankings in the five categories used to determine their placement, there's a sense that the actual positions are more arbitrary than usual. For example, Lopez is #1 despite not ranking inside the top 10 in any of the categories (and is as low as #30 in money, #22 in press rank and #19 in social), while both Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber earned top 10 placement in all of them except the Money Rank, the top tier of which is dominated by multimedia moguls like Winfrey, Steven Spielberg (#10 overall), Simon Cowell (#18), Dr. Dre (#26), Howard Stern (#30) and Michael Bay (#35). And then there's Adele, who despite having the top-selling album in six years, three #1 singles (including the year's most ubiquitous song, "Rolling in the Deep"), six Grammy wins and mountains of positive press, ranks at only #24, behind Glenn Beck (#23) and Jennifer Aniston (#22) and one spot ahead of Bon Jovi. Other notable entries on the Forbes Celebrity 100 include Taylor Swift at #11, Beyoncé at #16, Jay-Z at #38, Kristen Stewart at #43 and Kanye West at #45. Further down the power rankings are Lil Wayne (#69), Skrillex (#92) and Zooey Deschanel (#96). What do you think of this year's Forbes Celebrity 100? Let us know in the comments below. Related Videos MTV News Extended Play: Jennifer Lopez Related Artists Jennifer Lopez
May 16th, 2012
Oprah and Justin Bieber follow, with Lady Gaga falling from #1 to #5 and Katy Perry and Rihanna making top 10 debuts.By John Mitchell Jennifer Lopez Photo: Mike Coppola/ Getty Images There's no doubt Jennifer Lopez has experienced one of the most meteoric comebacks in recent memory, and it seems Forbes is taking note, granting the multi-hyphenate mogul the top spot on its annual Celebrity 100. Lopez unseats Lady Gaga, who took top honors last year but falls to #5 in this year's ranking; her visibility and earnings were lower in the last 12 months because she wasn't touring, having wrapped her Monster Ball in May of last year and only recently launching her latest road show, the Born This Way Ball. Rihanna and Kim Kardashian debut on the list in grand fashion, coming in at 4 and 7, respectively. The two benefited from the inclusion of a "Social Rank" among the factors, which include money earned, TV/radio presence and level of press attention, used to formulate the listing, which aims to reflect the level of influence a celebrity has in the entertainment industry. With her millions of followers on Twitter and Facebook, Rihanna came in second in the Social Rank category. Explaining Lopez's position on the list, Forbes writes, "['American Idol'] gave her a platform to promote her music and turn her image around. It didn't hurt that she also split from her husband, Marc Anthony. Suddenly a single mother, Lopez lapped up the media attention and scored lucrative endorsement deals with companies like L'Oreal and Gillette. She now has a line of clothing at Kohl's, a top-selling fragrance and she was able to secure a nice bump — to $20 million — on her' Idol' salary for a second season. With 6.6 million followers on Twitter and 12 million fans on Facebook, she's also proved a master of social media." Oprah Winfrey held on to the #2 spot on the list and was its top earner ($165 million) despite a tough year that saw her syndicated talk show come to a planned end after 25 years and her OWN cable network struggle in the ratings. Justin Bieber also held onto the #3 position he debuted in last year. The "Boyfriend" pop star earned an impressive $55 million in the last 12 months and garnered top 10 rankings elsewhere across the board, coming in at #3 in the Social Rank and #4 in the TV/Radio Rank. Her long list of chart-topping singles and the press attention around her divorce from Russell Brand, in addition to her strong Twitter presence and largely sold-out California Dreams world tour, were enough to push Katy Perry into the top 10 after debuting on the countdown last year at #12. She leaps six spots in this year's ranking, placing at #6 with a not-too-shabby $45 million earned. Looking at the list and the various artists' rankings in the five categories used to determine their placement, there's a sense that the actual positions are more arbitrary than usual. For example, Lopez is #1 despite not ranking inside the top 10 in any of the categories (and is as low as #30 in money, #22 in press rank and #19 in social), while both Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber earned top 10 placement in all of them except the Money Rank, the top tier of which is dominated by multimedia moguls like Winfrey, Steven Spielberg (#10 overall), Simon Cowell (#18), Dr. Dre (#26), Howard Stern (#30) and Michael Bay (#35). And then there's Adele, who despite having the top-selling album in six years, three #1 singles (including the year's most ubiquitous song, "Rolling in the Deep"), six Grammy wins and mountains of positive press, ranks at only #24, behind Glenn Beck (#23) and Jennifer Aniston (#22) and one spot ahead of Bon Jovi. Other notable entries on the Forbes Celebrity 100 include Taylor Swift at #11, Beyoncé at #16, Jay-Z at #38, Kristen Stewart at #43 and Kanye West at #45. Further down the power rankings are Lil Wayne (#69), Skrillex (#92) and Zooey Deschanel (#96). What do you think of this year's Forbes Celebrity 100? Let us know in the comments below. Related Videos MTV News Extended Play: Jennifer Lopez Related Artists Jennifer Lopez
Diggy Simmons Breaks Down Key Scenes In 'Two Up' Video
May 16th, 2012
'I like how it came out overall for real. It's just a good feeling,' Diggy tells MTV News of his new video.By Rob Markman Diggy Simmons Photo: MTV News Diggy's "Two Up" party isn't over. On Friday, Young Mr. Simmons celebrated the premiere of his "Two Up" video with MTV's RapFix blog, and the teenage MC was so excited that he sat with MTV News and broke down each scene in the Clifton Bell-directed clip. The vid begins with Diggy standing alone, playing air piano in time with the track's opening keys. The action may seem insignificant, but it's actually a key component to the song. "That was what really drew me to the track when I first heard the beat," he said. "It was just those piano keys that I love." As the beat begins to take shape, so does the video, and a bouncer begins to let Diggy's specially invited guests into the party. Of course the crowd is compromised mostly of females. "There were so many girls at the shoot that we were like, 'We have to get some dudes in the mix,' " Diggy said, laughing at the non-dilemma. "They were like New York, young kids, you know how they get," the MC said of the video's extras. "It was good energy and we didn't even have to tell them to get hyped at no point in the video. I was feeding off of their energy when I was in front of them during those shots. It was just easy." It wasn't just the crowd that excited Diggy: The fashion-forward MC was also hyped at his on-camera wardrobe, though some of his favorite items didn't even make the cut. In one scene Simmons sports a turquoise jacket with two mini-Jesus pieces around his neck. On his feet he wears a special pair of black and gold Air Jordan #6s that were released back in 2006 and now go for as much as $850 online. "I'm kinda mad that you didn't get that in the shot," Diggy said of his coveted footwear. Another key scene, in which a silhouetted Diggs dances across the screen, was actually inspired by another rap great. For the "Two Up" video, Simmons borrowed from Kanye West's 2007 clip for "Homecoming." "That whole silhouette idea is something that we drew inspiration from but made it a little different with the color, because that video is black and white," he explained. "I like how it came out overall for real. It's just a good feeling." What do you think of Diggy's "Two Up" video? Tell us in the comments! Related Videos Diggy Simmons Breaks Down His Video For 'Two Up,' Frame By Frame Related Artists Diggy Simmons
May 16th, 2012
'I like how it came out overall for real. It's just a good feeling,' Diggy tells MTV News of his new video.By Rob Markman Diggy Simmons Photo: MTV News Diggy's "Two Up" party isn't over. On Friday, Young Mr. Simmons celebrated the premiere of his "Two Up" video with MTV's RapFix blog, and the teenage MC was so excited that he sat with MTV News and broke down each scene in the Clifton Bell-directed clip. The vid begins with Diggy standing alone, playing air piano in time with the track's opening keys. The action may seem insignificant, but it's actually a key component to the song. "That was what really drew me to the track when I first heard the beat," he said. "It was just those piano keys that I love." As the beat begins to take shape, so does the video, and a bouncer begins to let Diggy's specially invited guests into the party. Of course the crowd is compromised mostly of females. "There were so many girls at the shoot that we were like, 'We have to get some dudes in the mix,' " Diggy said, laughing at the non-dilemma. "They were like New York, young kids, you know how they get," the MC said of the video's extras. "It was good energy and we didn't even have to tell them to get hyped at no point in the video. I was feeding off of their energy when I was in front of them during those shots. It was just easy." It wasn't just the crowd that excited Diggy: The fashion-forward MC was also hyped at his on-camera wardrobe, though some of his favorite items didn't even make the cut. In one scene Simmons sports a turquoise jacket with two mini-Jesus pieces around his neck. On his feet he wears a special pair of black and gold Air Jordan #6s that were released back in 2006 and now go for as much as $850 online. "I'm kinda mad that you didn't get that in the shot," Diggy said of his coveted footwear. Another key scene, in which a silhouetted Diggs dances across the screen, was actually inspired by another rap great. For the "Two Up" video, Simmons borrowed from Kanye West's 2007 clip for "Homecoming." "That whole silhouette idea is something that we drew inspiration from but made it a little different with the color, because that video is black and white," he explained. "I like how it came out overall for real. It's just a good feeling." What do you think of Diggy's "Two Up" video? Tell us in the comments! Related Videos Diggy Simmons Breaks Down His Video For 'Two Up,' Frame By Frame Related Artists Diggy Simmons
'American Idol' Race To Finale: What Should They Sing?
May 16th, 2012
MTV News 'Idol' experts share their choices for Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet and Phillips Phillips.By Gil Kaufman and James Montgomery Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips on "American Idol" Photo: FOX The "American Idol" season 11 top three have a lot to prove as we head into Wednesday night's (May 16) second-to-last lap. Likely winner Phillip Phillips has skated through virtually unscathed by pretty much doing a season-long homage to Dave Matthews, while Joshua Ledet has thrilled us with his gritty soul shouting but failed to show much personality along the way (unless you count that one week he wore a flower in his lapel). And Jessica Sanchez? Well, the 16-year-old definitely has powerful pipes and is a diva in the waiting, but she's still not quite ready for prime time. All three will be tested this week when they have to sing three songs: a judges' choice, a tune picked by mentor Jimmy Iovine and, finally, one of their own choosing. Though the track record of MTV News' resident "Idol" experts has been a bit spotty to date (OK, James, we get it, you have gotten it right four more times than Gil), that hasn't stopped Gil Kaufman and James Montgomery from posting their last set of secret-ballot picks before next week's finale. Phillip Phillips He threw us for a curve last week when he went for Damien Rice's "Volcano," and he's already done a DMB cover, so chances are, Phil will steer clear of anything too obvious. I suspect the judges will pick something firmly in his wheelhouse, though, maybe Counting Crows' "Mr. Jones." Iovine has a deep understanding of music and knows that the girls want their hearts melted, so he might opt for something in the classic-rock mode like the Allman Brothers' "Melissa." After the Rice-bomb last week, it's anyone's guess what P-Phunk will choose, so, what the hell, let's go with David Gray's appropriately vanilla 2000 breakthrough smash "Babylon." — Kaufman It's nice of him to take time off from his "Idol" crown fittings (Scotty McCreery was a 7 and three-eighths, BTW) to grace us with his presence this week. I suspect he'll reward us with more of the same anyway. The judges should just have him do a medley of the past four champs' singles — including Lee DeWyze's latest, "Can I Borrow, Like, Five Dollars?" — just to let America realize what they've done, but, of course, they won't. Instead, I'll say they stick him with one of Steven Tyler's songs; maybe they have him do "I Don't Want To Miss a Thing"? As for Iovine's pick, I'm thinking he gives him Santana and Rob Thomas' "Smooth," because Jimmy's mad old, or maybe John Mayer's "Your Body Is a Wonderland," since it will make his female fanbase spontaneously combust. And as for his personal pick? Dude, he's already gone deep-cut twice (with DMB and Rice), so who's to say he doesn't just cover Phish's "Icarus" and call it a day. Regardless, the judges will praise his "uniqueness." — Montgomery Jessica Sanchez It's gonna be an uphill battle for JSanch to shimmy her way into the finale. Aside from the curse of near-elimination and the fact that a girl hasn't won since season six, she's been somewhat erratic lately and her go-to big ballads have landed as often as her uptempos have flopped. The judges want to see her shine, so they will surely gift her with a big, fat ballad along the lines of Anita Baker's "Sweet Love." Jimmy knows she needs to show she can be a contemporary star, which is why he'll opt for Rihanna's "California King Bed." As for what BeBe will pick for herself, well, she's proven a tough one to nail down. She's already hit on Whitney, Jennifer Hudson, Beyoncé, Kelly Clarkson and Alicia Keys but has been light on songs by Pink, so I'm gonna suggest "Don't Let Me Get Me" or "Glitter in the Air," which will allow her to show her rough and smooth sides. Bottom line: She needs three grand slams to make it to next week. — Kaufman Six weeks ago, I would have penned an impassioned plea for her to win the season 11 crown. Now? Eh. She's never really recovered from her (near) elimination, and in her struggles, one glaring weakness keeps rearing its ugly head: Sure, she can sing, but she can't connect to a song to save her life. Simply put, she's not ready. In fact, she's yet to graduate beyond talent-show-standout status. And everyone knows this, which is why I see the judges sticking her with Adele's "Someone Like You" (since it's like the de facto emotional song of our times, and if you can't connect to it then you're almost assuredly a replicant) and Iovine stuffing something from the Interscope stable down her throat (maybe Fergie's "Big Girls Don't Cry" or a Gaga tune). For her own pick? Well, she already did "Dance With My Father," so maybe she stays in the same vein and does Harry Chapin's "Cat's in the Cradle." Or maybe she'll just do Beyoncé again. — Montgomery Joshua Ledet He may not inspire backflips or have the stagecraft of an Usher or Chris Brown, but Ledet has just the kind of big, showy voice "Idol" viewers love (to vote for just enough to secure second place). The judges can't get enough of his old-school soul thing, so they'll go retro with Al Green's "Take Me to the River." Jimmy knows Josh has the chops but not the sound radio is looking for, so he has to convince us there's a record in there somewhere, which means he'll dip into the Usher vault for something smooth like "Confessions Part II" or "Papers." Josh has made some odd choices in the past (Josh Groban?) but has shown a proclivity for songs by divas (both male and female), and he hasn't tried a single tune by Otis Redding yet. Is that possible? In that case, he's got plenty of options, including "I've Got Dreams to Remember," "These Arms of Mine" or "That's How Strong My Love Is." — Kaufman In a perfect world, he'd win "Idol." After all, he's not only the most-talented singer, but the best performer too. But we all know he's going up against a toothy white guy, so second place is about the best Joshua can hope for. The judges, being the myopic bunch they are, will keep him in the retro-soul box and give him something like Bruno Mars' "Grenade" (come to think of it, that would be pretty good). Iovine will be trying to keep him current, so why not Usher's "Climax"? And for his own pick, I have no idea, but if he wants to win, maybe he does fun.'s "We Are Young." After all, graduation is nearly here, and everyone's looking for an anthem. — Montgomery Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
May 16th, 2012
MTV News 'Idol' experts share their choices for Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet and Phillips Phillips.By Gil Kaufman and James Montgomery Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips on "American Idol" Photo: FOX The "American Idol" season 11 top three have a lot to prove as we head into Wednesday night's (May 16) second-to-last lap. Likely winner Phillip Phillips has skated through virtually unscathed by pretty much doing a season-long homage to Dave Matthews, while Joshua Ledet has thrilled us with his gritty soul shouting but failed to show much personality along the way (unless you count that one week he wore a flower in his lapel). And Jessica Sanchez? Well, the 16-year-old definitely has powerful pipes and is a diva in the waiting, but she's still not quite ready for prime time. All three will be tested this week when they have to sing three songs: a judges' choice, a tune picked by mentor Jimmy Iovine and, finally, one of their own choosing. Though the track record of MTV News' resident "Idol" experts has been a bit spotty to date (OK, James, we get it, you have gotten it right four more times than Gil), that hasn't stopped Gil Kaufman and James Montgomery from posting their last set of secret-ballot picks before next week's finale. Phillip Phillips He threw us for a curve last week when he went for Damien Rice's "Volcano," and he's already done a DMB cover, so chances are, Phil will steer clear of anything too obvious. I suspect the judges will pick something firmly in his wheelhouse, though, maybe Counting Crows' "Mr. Jones." Iovine has a deep understanding of music and knows that the girls want their hearts melted, so he might opt for something in the classic-rock mode like the Allman Brothers' "Melissa." After the Rice-bomb last week, it's anyone's guess what P-Phunk will choose, so, what the hell, let's go with David Gray's appropriately vanilla 2000 breakthrough smash "Babylon." — Kaufman It's nice of him to take time off from his "Idol" crown fittings (Scotty McCreery was a 7 and three-eighths, BTW) to grace us with his presence this week. I suspect he'll reward us with more of the same anyway. The judges should just have him do a medley of the past four champs' singles — including Lee DeWyze's latest, "Can I Borrow, Like, Five Dollars?" — just to let America realize what they've done, but, of course, they won't. Instead, I'll say they stick him with one of Steven Tyler's songs; maybe they have him do "I Don't Want To Miss a Thing"? As for Iovine's pick, I'm thinking he gives him Santana and Rob Thomas' "Smooth," because Jimmy's mad old, or maybe John Mayer's "Your Body Is a Wonderland," since it will make his female fanbase spontaneously combust. And as for his personal pick? Dude, he's already gone deep-cut twice (with DMB and Rice), so who's to say he doesn't just cover Phish's "Icarus" and call it a day. Regardless, the judges will praise his "uniqueness." — Montgomery Jessica Sanchez It's gonna be an uphill battle for JSanch to shimmy her way into the finale. Aside from the curse of near-elimination and the fact that a girl hasn't won since season six, she's been somewhat erratic lately and her go-to big ballads have landed as often as her uptempos have flopped. The judges want to see her shine, so they will surely gift her with a big, fat ballad along the lines of Anita Baker's "Sweet Love." Jimmy knows she needs to show she can be a contemporary star, which is why he'll opt for Rihanna's "California King Bed." As for what BeBe will pick for herself, well, she's proven a tough one to nail down. She's already hit on Whitney, Jennifer Hudson, Beyoncé, Kelly Clarkson and Alicia Keys but has been light on songs by Pink, so I'm gonna suggest "Don't Let Me Get Me" or "Glitter in the Air," which will allow her to show her rough and smooth sides. Bottom line: She needs three grand slams to make it to next week. — Kaufman Six weeks ago, I would have penned an impassioned plea for her to win the season 11 crown. Now? Eh. She's never really recovered from her (near) elimination, and in her struggles, one glaring weakness keeps rearing its ugly head: Sure, she can sing, but she can't connect to a song to save her life. Simply put, she's not ready. In fact, she's yet to graduate beyond talent-show-standout status. And everyone knows this, which is why I see the judges sticking her with Adele's "Someone Like You" (since it's like the de facto emotional song of our times, and if you can't connect to it then you're almost assuredly a replicant) and Iovine stuffing something from the Interscope stable down her throat (maybe Fergie's "Big Girls Don't Cry" or a Gaga tune). For her own pick? Well, she already did "Dance With My Father," so maybe she stays in the same vein and does Harry Chapin's "Cat's in the Cradle." Or maybe she'll just do Beyoncé again. — Montgomery Joshua Ledet He may not inspire backflips or have the stagecraft of an Usher or Chris Brown, but Ledet has just the kind of big, showy voice "Idol" viewers love (to vote for just enough to secure second place). The judges can't get enough of his old-school soul thing, so they'll go retro with Al Green's "Take Me to the River." Jimmy knows Josh has the chops but not the sound radio is looking for, so he has to convince us there's a record in there somewhere, which means he'll dip into the Usher vault for something smooth like "Confessions Part II" or "Papers." Josh has made some odd choices in the past (Josh Groban?) but has shown a proclivity for songs by divas (both male and female), and he hasn't tried a single tune by Otis Redding yet. Is that possible? In that case, he's got plenty of options, including "I've Got Dreams to Remember," "These Arms of Mine" or "That's How Strong My Love Is." — Kaufman In a perfect world, he'd win "Idol." After all, he's not only the most-talented singer, but the best performer too. But we all know he's going up against a toothy white guy, so second place is about the best Joshua can hope for. The judges, being the myopic bunch they are, will keep him in the retro-soul box and give him something like Bruno Mars' "Grenade" (come to think of it, that would be pretty good). Iovine will be trying to keep him current, so why not Usher's "Climax"? And for his own pick, I have no idea, but if he wants to win, maybe he does fun.'s "We Are Young." After all, graduation is nearly here, and everyone's looking for an anthem. — Montgomery Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
'Terminator' Actor Nick Stahl Reported Missing
May 16th, 2012
Star of 'Terminator: Rise of the Machines' has not been heard from since May 9, his wife told L.A. officials.By Kara Warner Nick Stahl Photo: Barry King/FilmMagic "Terminator: Rise of the Machines" actor Nick Stahl has been reported missing. Los Angeles law enforcement officials confirmed to TMZ that Stahl's wife, Rose Murphy, reported her husband missing on Monday, saying that the last time she saw the 32-year-old was on May 9. Sources told the website that Stahl had been displaying some erratic behavior recently and was allegedly spending time in the Skid Row area of Los Angeles. The source also expressed concern that the actor might have become involved in some questionable activities. This is not the first time, however, that those close to the actor have expressed concern over his well-being. Stahl's wife filed papers with the LA County Superior Court back in February asking a judge to limit her husband's access to their 2-year-old daughter Marlo due to his alleged drug and alcohol abuse. She also claimed that she and Stahl were no longer living together. There has been no word from Stahl's reps regarding his whereabouts, but Stahl's wife has been relatively active on her Twitter account, posting a general thank you for support early Wednesday (May 16). "Thank you for kind words," she tweeted. Thank you for kind words..— Rose Murphy Stahl (@TheMrsStahl) May 16, 2012 A quick look at Stahl's Twitter account shows that the actor has been inactive since May 1, but that he and Murphy might have been working through their problems since the actor tweeted on April 26 that they were not actually separated. Not sure where it got started but @TheMrsStahl and I are not separated. Far from it— Nick Stahl (@TheNickStahl) April 26, 2012 "Not sure where it got started but @TheMrsStahl and I are not separated. Far from it," he wrote. Stahl made his big-screen debut back in 1993 opposite Mel Gibson in "The Man Without a Face." Since then, he's appeared in several major studio films, inclduing "The Thin Red Line," "Disturbing Behavior" and "Sin City." His most recent role is in the VOD-released "388 Arletta Avenue" opposite Devon Sawa.
May 16th, 2012
Star of 'Terminator: Rise of the Machines' has not been heard from since May 9, his wife told L.A. officials.By Kara Warner Nick Stahl Photo: Barry King/FilmMagic "Terminator: Rise of the Machines" actor Nick Stahl has been reported missing. Los Angeles law enforcement officials confirmed to TMZ that Stahl's wife, Rose Murphy, reported her husband missing on Monday, saying that the last time she saw the 32-year-old was on May 9. Sources told the website that Stahl had been displaying some erratic behavior recently and was allegedly spending time in the Skid Row area of Los Angeles. The source also expressed concern that the actor might have become involved in some questionable activities. This is not the first time, however, that those close to the actor have expressed concern over his well-being. Stahl's wife filed papers with the LA County Superior Court back in February asking a judge to limit her husband's access to their 2-year-old daughter Marlo due to his alleged drug and alcohol abuse. She also claimed that she and Stahl were no longer living together. There has been no word from Stahl's reps regarding his whereabouts, but Stahl's wife has been relatively active on her Twitter account, posting a general thank you for support early Wednesday (May 16). "Thank you for kind words," she tweeted. Thank you for kind words..— Rose Murphy Stahl (@TheMrsStahl) May 16, 2012 A quick look at Stahl's Twitter account shows that the actor has been inactive since May 1, but that he and Murphy might have been working through their problems since the actor tweeted on April 26 that they were not actually separated. Not sure where it got started but @TheMrsStahl and I are not separated. Far from it— Nick Stahl (@TheNickStahl) April 26, 2012 "Not sure where it got started but @TheMrsStahl and I are not separated. Far from it," he wrote. Stahl made his big-screen debut back in 1993 opposite Mel Gibson in "The Man Without a Face." Since then, he's appeared in several major studio films, inclduing "The Thin Red Line," "Disturbing Behavior" and "Sin City." His most recent role is in the VOD-released "388 Arletta Avenue" opposite Devon Sawa.
Britney Spears Calls 'X Factor' A 'Beautiful Concept'
May 16th, 2012
Spears says she wants to 'inspire' contestants on the Fox show. By Jocelyn Vena "X Factor" judges L.A. Reid, Demi Lovato, Simon Cowell and Britney Spears at the FOX Upfront Photo: Desiree Navarro/ Getty Images Britney Spears seems poised and ready to sit beside her fellow "X Factor" judges on the revamped second season of the show. At the Fox upfront this week, the singer appeared alongside fellow newbie Demi Lovato, as well as returning judges Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid, and gushed about the Fox reality show. "Just really being able to be there and inspire the other contestants ... they're so young and they're trying to fulfill their dreams," she said at the event. "It's just a whole beautiful concept. It's just really cool." While her negotiations with the show had been making headlines in the weeks leading up to the official announcement, Cowell brushed off all the hoopla, which includes a rumored $15 million payday for joining the show. "A force of nature, I was somewhere in the middle, but I'm thrilled. I love these guys," he said of getting everyone, including Spears, on board. "I charmed her." Spears seemed equally taken with the prickly Brit. "He's adorable. He's completely adorable. He didn't have to try hard," she admitted. Spears' addition to the show is hardly the only casting making news: Lovato also opened up about having the "X Factor." While little is known about the final hours going into locking Lovato in for the show, she's rumored to be taking in $1 million, according to Gossip Cop. Lovato was on a short list of possible contenders to appear on the show that also reportedly included Miley Cyrus and Avril Lavigne. "I'm so excited to be here," she said. "I guess you called," she added with Simon by her side. "And that's how it got set up, just a phone call." In addition to getting warm and fuzzy about each other in the interview, Cowell shared that the judges will be filming in the next couple weeks when they hit up Austin, Texas, to begin scoping out talent. And if you think the claws might come out then, Reid assured viewers that that won't be the case. "Oh no, we're gonna be really sweet to each other," he said. "Nothing controversial. It'll be perfect." Related Artists Britney Spears
May 16th, 2012
Spears says she wants to 'inspire' contestants on the Fox show. By Jocelyn Vena "X Factor" judges L.A. Reid, Demi Lovato, Simon Cowell and Britney Spears at the FOX Upfront Photo: Desiree Navarro/ Getty Images Britney Spears seems poised and ready to sit beside her fellow "X Factor" judges on the revamped second season of the show. At the Fox upfront this week, the singer appeared alongside fellow newbie Demi Lovato, as well as returning judges Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid, and gushed about the Fox reality show. "Just really being able to be there and inspire the other contestants ... they're so young and they're trying to fulfill their dreams," she said at the event. "It's just a whole beautiful concept. It's just really cool." While her negotiations with the show had been making headlines in the weeks leading up to the official announcement, Cowell brushed off all the hoopla, which includes a rumored $15 million payday for joining the show. "A force of nature, I was somewhere in the middle, but I'm thrilled. I love these guys," he said of getting everyone, including Spears, on board. "I charmed her." Spears seemed equally taken with the prickly Brit. "He's adorable. He's completely adorable. He didn't have to try hard," she admitted. Spears' addition to the show is hardly the only casting making news: Lovato also opened up about having the "X Factor." While little is known about the final hours going into locking Lovato in for the show, she's rumored to be taking in $1 million, according to Gossip Cop. Lovato was on a short list of possible contenders to appear on the show that also reportedly included Miley Cyrus and Avril Lavigne. "I'm so excited to be here," she said. "I guess you called," she added with Simon by her side. "And that's how it got set up, just a phone call." In addition to getting warm and fuzzy about each other in the interview, Cowell shared that the judges will be filming in the next couple weeks when they hit up Austin, Texas, to begin scoping out talent. And if you think the claws might come out then, Reid assured viewers that that won't be the case. "Oh no, we're gonna be really sweet to each other," he said. "Nothing controversial. It'll be perfect." Related Artists Britney Spears
Wiz Khalifa, Nas, Bone Thugs Lead Rock The Bells Lineup
May 16th, 2012
Lupe Fiasco tweets that he's not on this year's bill, despite an announcement to the contrary.By Felicia Morris Wiz Khalifa Photo: Dana Nalbandian/ Getty Images Hip-hop's premier music festival is back. On Tuesday, Guerilla Union held a press conference to reveal its lineup of hip-hop all-stars for Rock the Bells 2012. Freestyler extraordinaire Supernatural delivered the list of performers one-by-one with an impromptu rap, rattling off names like Wiz Khalifa, Kid Cudi, Nas, J. Cole and Mac Miller, as well as veteran acts like Missy Elliott, Timbaland and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Lupe Fiasco's name also appears on the festival's flyer, but on Wednesday morning (May 16), the Chi-Town lyricist tweeted that despite what was printed, he would not be in attendance this year. "Not doing Rock The Bellz...thats a typo fam and friends...," he wrote. For the first time in nine years, Rock the Bells will expand its daylong festival to two days. The first show will take place August 18 at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California. Last year's three-stage setup forced fans to choose between their favorite acts, who would often perform simultaneously. "We had quite a few complaints about Mobb Deep fans having to choose between Mobb Deep and Nas," Guerilla Union boss Chang Weisberg said as an example. "We tried to deliver three stages, but it didn't work out. So the correction? Two stages, two days, one event." RTB will hit the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, on August 25 and 26 and then the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, New Jersey, on September 1 and 2. Coincidentally, the East Coast show falls on the very same weekend as Jay-Z's recently announced Made in America multi-genre music festival in Philadelphia. Hov promises close to 30 eclectic acts in the fields of rock, hip-hop, R&B, Latin and dance music. The Made in America lineup hasn't been announced yet, but already, the RTB bill is ripe with diverse rap talent. 2 Chainz, Tyga, Kendrick Lamar, Slick Rick, E-40, Too Short and A$AP Rocky will all be in attendance. The announcement event wrapped up with performances by DJ Quik and Bone Thugs, who took the stage and rocked a few of their many classics, leaving fans ready for the main course this summer. Fans should check RockTheBells.net for venue and ticket information. Related Videos Back To The 'Burgh With Mac Miller And Wiz Khalifa Related Photos 2012 Rock The Bells Press Conference Related Artists Nas Wiz Khalifa
May 16th, 2012
Lupe Fiasco tweets that he's not on this year's bill, despite an announcement to the contrary.By Felicia Morris Wiz Khalifa Photo: Dana Nalbandian/ Getty Images Hip-hop's premier music festival is back. On Tuesday, Guerilla Union held a press conference to reveal its lineup of hip-hop all-stars for Rock the Bells 2012. Freestyler extraordinaire Supernatural delivered the list of performers one-by-one with an impromptu rap, rattling off names like Wiz Khalifa, Kid Cudi, Nas, J. Cole and Mac Miller, as well as veteran acts like Missy Elliott, Timbaland and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Lupe Fiasco's name also appears on the festival's flyer, but on Wednesday morning (May 16), the Chi-Town lyricist tweeted that despite what was printed, he would not be in attendance this year. "Not doing Rock The Bellz...thats a typo fam and friends...," he wrote. For the first time in nine years, Rock the Bells will expand its daylong festival to two days. The first show will take place August 18 at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California. Last year's three-stage setup forced fans to choose between their favorite acts, who would often perform simultaneously. "We had quite a few complaints about Mobb Deep fans having to choose between Mobb Deep and Nas," Guerilla Union boss Chang Weisberg said as an example. "We tried to deliver three stages, but it didn't work out. So the correction? Two stages, two days, one event." RTB will hit the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, on August 25 and 26 and then the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, New Jersey, on September 1 and 2. Coincidentally, the East Coast show falls on the very same weekend as Jay-Z's recently announced Made in America multi-genre music festival in Philadelphia. Hov promises close to 30 eclectic acts in the fields of rock, hip-hop, R&B, Latin and dance music. The Made in America lineup hasn't been announced yet, but already, the RTB bill is ripe with diverse rap talent. 2 Chainz, Tyga, Kendrick Lamar, Slick Rick, E-40, Too Short and A$AP Rocky will all be in attendance. The announcement event wrapped up with performances by DJ Quik and Bone Thugs, who took the stage and rocked a few of their many classics, leaving fans ready for the main course this summer. Fans should check RockTheBells.net for venue and ticket information. Related Videos Back To The 'Burgh With Mac Miller And Wiz Khalifa Related Photos 2012 Rock The Bells Press Conference Related Artists Nas Wiz Khalifa
Jay Sean's 'Sex 101' Collabo With Tyga Is 'Dope'
May 16th, 2012
'Everyone knows Tyga's the next hot thing,' Sean says of his Cash Money family member.By Natasha Chandel, with reporting by Jocelyn Vena Jay Sean Photo: MTV News Jay Sean knows how to keep it in the family. The Cash Money family, that is. He has worked with its heavy hitters Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj and can now add Tyga to his roster of A-list collabos. The labelmates have teamed up for the seductively titled track "Sex 101" off Jay's latest studio album, Worth It All. "One of the first things I noticed when I joined Cash Money was that they don't work with just anyone, they really don't," the pop crooner told MTV News, expressing gratitude for the support he has received from his extended family. Before Nicki Minaj catapulted to stardom, she jumped on his song "2012," as Wayne did with "Down," the club banger that broke the U.K. artist into the U.S. market. It seems it was that communal energy that drew Jay Sean to Cash Money in the first place. "That family thing — working with people, talking to people, doing business with people that they can only vibe with is just how they operate," he explained. "That's why Baby [Cash Money co-founder Bryan Williams] will call me every other day just to check up on me and see how I'm doing." Although he doesn't want to be defined by his collaborations, working with Tyga was a natural fit for Jay. "Tyga's the next to blow from Young Money. Everyone knows Tyga's the next hot thing." So it didn't take much for him to hit up his longtime supporter and friend to appear on "Sex 101." "I realized from an early stage how dope he was as an MC," Jay said about the "Rack City" rapper. The R&B single is featured on Jay's mixtape The Mistress and will be reproduced and reworked as a single and video off his forthcoming album, Worth It All. Jay Sean's newest single, "I'm All Yours" featuring Pitbull is set for release on May 29th. Related Artists Jay Sean Tyga
May 16th, 2012
'Everyone knows Tyga's the next hot thing,' Sean says of his Cash Money family member.By Natasha Chandel, with reporting by Jocelyn Vena Jay Sean Photo: MTV News Jay Sean knows how to keep it in the family. The Cash Money family, that is. He has worked with its heavy hitters Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj and can now add Tyga to his roster of A-list collabos. The labelmates have teamed up for the seductively titled track "Sex 101" off Jay's latest studio album, Worth It All. "One of the first things I noticed when I joined Cash Money was that they don't work with just anyone, they really don't," the pop crooner told MTV News, expressing gratitude for the support he has received from his extended family. Before Nicki Minaj catapulted to stardom, she jumped on his song "2012," as Wayne did with "Down," the club banger that broke the U.K. artist into the U.S. market. It seems it was that communal energy that drew Jay Sean to Cash Money in the first place. "That family thing — working with people, talking to people, doing business with people that they can only vibe with is just how they operate," he explained. "That's why Baby [Cash Money co-founder Bryan Williams] will call me every other day just to check up on me and see how I'm doing." Although he doesn't want to be defined by his collaborations, working with Tyga was a natural fit for Jay. "Tyga's the next to blow from Young Money. Everyone knows Tyga's the next hot thing." So it didn't take much for him to hit up his longtime supporter and friend to appear on "Sex 101." "I realized from an early stage how dope he was as an MC," Jay said about the "Rack City" rapper. The R&B single is featured on Jay's mixtape The Mistress and will be reproduced and reworked as a single and video off his forthcoming album, Worth It All. Jay Sean's newest single, "I'm All Yours" featuring Pitbull is set for release on May 29th. Related Artists Jay Sean Tyga
Why Gabrielle Union Doesn’t Mess Around with Sun Protection
May 16th, 2012
The actress stresses the importance of keeping skin healthy this summer
May 16th, 2012
The actress stresses the importance of keeping skin healthy this summer
What’s in Model Chanel Iman’s Suitcase?
May 16th, 2012
The supermodel admits she doesn't spend much time at home
May 16th, 2012
The supermodel admits she doesn't spend much time at home
Iconic Michael Jackson Costumes Hitting the Auction Block
May 16th, 2012
Items from the King of Pop's tours will be sold at Julien's Auctions in December
May 16th, 2012
Items from the King of Pop's tours will be sold at Julien's Auctions in December
Chic Clicks: Obama Teases Beckham, ‘Fashion Star’ Picks a Winner
May 16th, 2012
Courtesy H&M –Turns out President Obama is actually aware of David Beckham‘s H&M bodywear line. But does he wear it? [The Cut] –And the winner of Fashion Star season one is … [Zap2it] –Kristen Stewart looked dreamy in her Marchesa gown Monday — but was snapped slipping on sneakers after her photos [E! Online] –Actress [...]
May 16th, 2012
Courtesy H&M –Turns out President Obama is actually aware of David Beckham‘s H&M bodywear line. But does he wear it? [The Cut] –And the winner of Fashion Star season one is … [Zap2it] –Kristen Stewart looked dreamy in her Marchesa gown Monday — but was snapped slipping on sneakers after her photos [E! Online] –Actress [...]
PHOTOS: Jennifer Lopez Models Summer’s Hottest Swimsuits
May 16th, 2012
The signer gets sexy in five hot looks
May 16th, 2012
The signer gets sexy in five hot looks
Whitney Port: Creating My Jewelry Line Was ‘a Challenge’ at Times
May 16th, 2012
The designer's line of "vintage-y" accessories is out this fall
May 16th, 2012
The designer's line of "vintage-y" accessories is out this fall
How Soccer Star Hope Solo Is Prepping for the Olympics … Off the Field
May 16th, 2012
The athlete discusses her struggle with sensitive skin
May 16th, 2012
The athlete discusses her struggle with sensitive skin
Why Christine Taylor Made the Switch to Natural Beauty Products
May 15th, 2012
The actress -- the new face of Nourish skincare -- got really into ingredients after her pregnancies
May 15th, 2012
The actress -- the new face of Nourish skincare -- got really into ingredients after her pregnancies
Garcelle Beauvais Puts Her Best Foot Forward with ShoeDazzle Wedge
May 15th, 2012
Garcelle Beauvais promotes a fierce orange wedge for the MS Foundation
May 15th, 2012
Garcelle Beauvais promotes a fierce orange wedge for the MS Foundation
Evan Rachel Wood Lengthens Her Locks for Latest Role
May 15th, 2012
The actress dons some fake hair for a new film
May 15th, 2012
The actress dons some fake hair for a new film
Chic Clicks: Calvin Klein at Macy’s, Kristen Stewart’s Latest High-Fashion Shoot
May 15th, 2012
Courtesy Calvin Klein; Inset: Filmmagic –Francisco Costa’s Calvin Klein collection for Macy’s hits stores; see all of the looks! [WhoWhatWear] –Kristen Stewart goes androgynous for a new ELLE spread [Huffington Post] –Sarah Jessica Parker reflects on the importance of the Fendi baguette in Sex and the City [Fashionista] –Kim Kardashian‘s latest shoot was actually for [...]
May 15th, 2012
Courtesy Calvin Klein; Inset: Filmmagic –Francisco Costa’s Calvin Klein collection for Macy’s hits stores; see all of the looks! [WhoWhatWear] –Kristen Stewart goes androgynous for a new ELLE spread [Huffington Post] –Sarah Jessica Parker reflects on the importance of the Fendi baguette in Sex and the City [Fashionista] –Kim Kardashian‘s latest shoot was actually for [...]
PHOTO: Lady Gaga Wears Another Meat Dress
May 15th, 2012
The singer dons a beefy getup for a concert in Tokyo
May 15th, 2012
The singer dons a beefy getup for a concert in Tokyo
What Did Kate Buy on Her Latest Solo Shopping Trip?
May 15th, 2012
The Duchess pops into a few stores on London's King Street while out on Saturday
May 15th, 2012
The Duchess pops into a few stores on London's King Street while out on Saturday
Why Kristen Stewart Wears Leggings Throughout ‘Snow White and the Huntsman’
May 15th, 2012
"Since she falls down and goes ass-over-elbows a million times, I had to ... cover her up," the costume designer says of Kristen Stewart
May 15th, 2012
"Since she falls down and goes ass-over-elbows a million times, I had to ... cover her up," the costume designer says of Kristen Stewart
Demi Lovato Goes Blonde for New ‘X Factor’ Gig
May 14th, 2012
The singer debuts a new look at the FOX upfronts in New York City
May 14th, 2012
The singer debuts a new look at the FOX upfronts in New York City
Julianna Margulies’s Beautiful New Initiative
May 14th, 2012
The actress fronts L'Oréal's "Women of Worth" awards
May 14th, 2012
The actress fronts L'Oréal's "Women of Worth" awards
Chic Clicks: ‘Fashion Star’ Renewed, Give Yourself a ‘Crown of Braids’
May 14th, 2012
Donato Sardella/WireImage –NBC has announced that Nicole Richie, Jessica Simpson and the rest of the Fashion Star crew will be back for a second season [The Hollywood Reporter] –A new hairstyle to try this week: a ‘crown of braids’ courtesy Lauren Conrad‘s style site [The Beauty Department] –Vogue puts a man on its cover — [...]
May 14th, 2012
Donato Sardella/WireImage –NBC has announced that Nicole Richie, Jessica Simpson and the rest of the Fashion Star crew will be back for a second season [The Hollywood Reporter] –A new hairstyle to try this week: a ‘crown of braids’ courtesy Lauren Conrad‘s style site [The Beauty Department] –Vogue puts a man on its cover — [...]
Kim Kardashian Channels Mom Kris Jenner in Short Wig
May 14th, 2012
The reality starlet wears the hairpiece for a "Vogue Italia" photo shoot
May 14th, 2012
The reality starlet wears the hairpiece for a "Vogue Italia" photo shoot
Jessica Simpson Launching a Maternity Line
May 14th, 2012
The designer announces new plans just two weeks after giving birth
May 14th, 2012
The designer announces new plans just two weeks after giving birth
Zoë Saldana Is ‘Not a Pink Girl’
May 14th, 2012
The actress says it took a while for her stylist to get her into a feminine pastel dress
May 14th, 2012
The actress says it took a while for her stylist to get her into a feminine pastel dress
American Idol: Top Three Battle to Be in the Finale
May 16th, 2012
How Joshua Ledet, Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips handled three-songs each leading into the finale
May 16th, 2012
How Joshua Ledet, Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips handled three-songs each leading into the finale
Nick Stahl: All About His Disappearance - And His Past
May 16th, 2012
The actor had struggled in the past but was "fantastic" while shooting his last film, says the director
May 16th, 2012
The actor had struggled in the past but was "fantastic" while shooting his last film, says the director
Would You Watch American Idol Without Jennifer Lopez?
May 16th, 2012
The star judge isn't sure if she'll return to Fox's hit singing competition
May 16th, 2012
The star judge isn't sure if she'll return to Fox's hit singing competition
Robert F. Kennedy's Wife, Mary Kennedy, Found Dead
May 16th, 2012
Mary Kennedy was found at her Bedford, N.Y., home, according to reports
May 16th, 2012
Mary Kennedy was found at her Bedford, N.Y., home, according to reports
Iconic Michael Jackson Costumes Hitting the Auction Block
May 16th, 2012
Tons of the King of Pop's clothing and accessory items will tour the world before the Dec. 2 sale
May 16th, 2012
Tons of the King of Pop's clothing and accessory items will tour the world before the Dec. 2 sale
PHOTO: Molly Sims Celebrates Her Baby Shower
May 16th, 2012
"This is going to be one very adored baby," the actress says of her little boy, due in June
May 16th, 2012
"This is going to be one very adored baby," the actress says of her little boy, due in June
Nicole Richie & Joel Madden Enjoy a Family Day at the Zoo
May 16th, 2012
In Sydney for the launch of The Voice Australia, the family mingles with giraffes and koalas
May 16th, 2012
In Sydney for the launch of The Voice Australia, the family mingles with giraffes and koalas
Sofia Vergara's Favorite Gourmet Fish Dish: Create Your Own
May 16th, 2012
"It's fresh, it's light and has the perfect flavor," Vergara tells PEOPLE about Bianca restaurant's red snapper
May 16th, 2012
"It's fresh, it's light and has the perfect flavor," Vergara tells PEOPLE about Bianca restaurant's red snapper
Steven Powell Convicted of Voyeurism
May 16th, 2012
Images were uncovered by police investigating Susan Powell's disappearance
May 16th, 2012
Images were uncovered by police investigating Susan Powell's disappearance
Derek Hough Predicted His Dancing with the Stars Elimination
May 16th, 2012
Despite her partner's premonition coming true, Maria Menounos says, "When we finished last night, I was so happy"
May 16th, 2012
Despite her partner's premonition coming true, Maria Menounos says, "When we finished last night, I was so happy"
Watch Janell Snowden Interview The Cast Of Single Ladies: The Keyword Is…Sexy
May 16th, 2012
VH1 News’ Janell Snowden visited the set of Single Ladies recently to chat with the cast and some very special, very sexy guest stars. Among the topics they all discussed: who in the cast they would all like to see naked (or, who they have seen naked, in some cases). Turns out, the majority of [...]
May 16th, 2012
VH1 News’ Janell Snowden visited the set of Single Ladies recently to chat with the cast and some very special, very sexy guest stars. Among the topics they all discussed: who in the cast they would all like to see naked (or, who they have seen naked, in some cases). Turns out, the majority of [...]
Couples Therapy Star Dr. Jenn Berman Weighs In On Linda Hogan And Charley Hill’s Split
May 16th, 2012
Dr. Jenn Berman worked very closely for several weeks with Linda Hogan and Charley Hill, overcoming her own initial skepticism about their relationship, to provide an outlet and a place for them to work out their future together. At the end of this season of Couples Therapy, Charley and Linda even got engaged, which is [...]
May 16th, 2012
Dr. Jenn Berman worked very closely for several weeks with Linda Hogan and Charley Hill, overcoming her own initial skepticism about their relationship, to provide an outlet and a place for them to work out their future together. At the end of this season of Couples Therapy, Charley and Linda even got engaged, which is [...]
Meet The Mob Wives Chicago Cast: Leah Desimone
May 16th, 2012
Here’s a tip they won’t give you in any guide book: “Keep your mouth shut, that’s what Chicago’s all about.” That comes straight from Leah Desimone, one of the new stars of Mob Wives Chicago. I have a feeling there are more words of wisdom to look forward from Leah. Mob Wives Chicago premieres Sunday [...]
May 16th, 2012
Here’s a tip they won’t give you in any guide book: “Keep your mouth shut, that’s what Chicago’s all about.” That comes straight from Leah Desimone, one of the new stars of Mob Wives Chicago. I have a feeling there are more words of wisdom to look forward from Leah. Mob Wives Chicago premieres Sunday [...]
Evelyn Lozada Weighs In On Monday’s Episode Of Basketball Wives Saying It “Forced Me To Examine Myself In Ways I Haven’t In The Past”
May 16th, 2012
Each week during this season of Basketball Wives, we’ve been following the recaps and blog posts written by the cast to get a better understanding of the show. This week’s episode has prompted a LOT of response, and we wanted to post a part of the blog that Evelyn Lozada wrote in response to the [...]
May 16th, 2012
Each week during this season of Basketball Wives, we’ve been following the recaps and blog posts written by the cast to get a better understanding of the show. This week’s episode has prompted a LOT of response, and we wanted to post a part of the blog that Evelyn Lozada wrote in response to the [...]
Meet Nora Schweihs, New Star Of Mob Wives Chicago
May 16th, 2012
“According to authorities, I’m the daughter of the most notorious hit man in Chicago,” Mob Wives Chicago castmember Nora Schweihs explains in this video profile. “Allegedly.” And with a(n alleged) pedigree like that, we can’t wait to get to know Nora even better when the show airs. The show premieres on Sunday June 10 at [...]
May 16th, 2012
“According to authorities, I’m the daughter of the most notorious hit man in Chicago,” Mob Wives Chicago castmember Nora Schweihs explains in this video profile. “Allegedly.” And with a(n alleged) pedigree like that, we can’t wait to get to know Nora even better when the show airs. The show premieres on Sunday June 10 at [...]
What Was Your Favorite Drita Moment Of Mob Wives Season Two?
May 16th, 2012
It’s a good thing Drita D’Avanzo is on a TV show already, because her life is basically a sitcom. Who else has a secret room in their house full of her imprisoned husband’s belongings, or makes up names like “Fatal Attraction” and “Lucifer” for her arch enemies, or goes wig shopping with her two best [...]
May 16th, 2012
It’s a good thing Drita D’Avanzo is on a TV show already, because her life is basically a sitcom. Who else has a secret room in their house full of her imprisoned husband’s belongings, or makes up names like “Fatal Attraction” and “Lucifer” for her arch enemies, or goes wig shopping with her two best [...]
Tough Love New Orleans – Episode 6 – Laughter Is The Best Medicine
May 15th, 2012
Steve has a habit of making these girls’ lives (and dates) hell, and this week, hell was a soupy mess dropped in all their laps. To see how well they could handle a terrible situation and whether or not they can laugh at themselves, the challenges were all about having a sense a humor. So [...]
May 15th, 2012
Steve has a habit of making these girls’ lives (and dates) hell, and this week, hell was a soupy mess dropped in all their laps. To see how well they could handle a terrible situation and whether or not they can laugh at themselves, the challenges were all about having a sense a humor. So [...]
Meet The Mob Wives Chicago Cast : Who Is Pia Rizza?
May 15th, 2012
Pia Rizza has lived much of her life in her father’s shadow. “I had to live with the stigma of having a father who’s a rat for my whole life,” she says in this brief profile. But this castmember of Mob Wives Chicago is about to make a name for herself in a big way. [...]
May 15th, 2012
Pia Rizza has lived much of her life in her father’s shadow. “I had to live with the stigma of having a father who’s a rat for my whole life,” she says in this brief profile. But this castmember of Mob Wives Chicago is about to make a name for herself in a big way. [...]
Meet Renee Fecarotta Russo Of Mob Wives Chicago
May 15th, 2012
The second season of Mob Wives is coming to a close, but never fear, we still have Mob Wives Chicago to carry us through the summer. Over the next couple days, we’ll be introducing you to the cast, and first up is Renee Fecarotta Russo. This lady is all about class, respect, and loyalty, like [...]
May 15th, 2012
The second season of Mob Wives is coming to a close, but never fear, we still have Mob Wives Chicago to carry us through the summer. Over the next couple days, we’ll be introducing you to the cast, and first up is Renee Fecarotta Russo. This lady is all about class, respect, and loyalty, like [...]
Linda Hogan And Charley Hill Break Off Their Engagement
May 15th, 2012
Wow! This is some sad news we weren’t expecting today. Fox News reports that Linda Hogan and Charley Hill, have broken off their engagement and split after four years together. In the emotional finale of the show, Charley proposed to Linda, and when we spoke to her just a couple weeks ago, she admitted that [...]
May 15th, 2012
Wow! This is some sad news we weren’t expecting today. Fox News reports that Linda Hogan and Charley Hill, have broken off their engagement and split after four years together. In the emotional finale of the show, Charley proposed to Linda, and when we spoke to her just a couple weeks ago, she admitted that [...]
The Best Moments Of Big Ang From Mob Wives Season 2
May 15th, 2012
When you think Big Ang, you think of the following things: 1. Breakout star of Mob Wives. 2. A woman who likes the wise guys. 3. Plastic surgery. 4. Little Louie, the cutest dog ever. We made a “Best Of Big Ang” playlist to showcase all of the above, including our favorite scene with Ang [...]
May 15th, 2012
When you think Big Ang, you think of the following things: 1. Breakout star of Mob Wives. 2. A woman who likes the wise guys. 3. Plastic surgery. 4. Little Louie, the cutest dog ever. We made a “Best Of Big Ang” playlist to showcase all of the above, including our favorite scene with Ang [...]
Tami Roman Offers Kesha Nichols A Public Apology
May 14th, 2012
At the end of tonight’s Basketball Wives episode, Tami Roman appeared to do some soul searching after her argument with Kesha Nichols escalated and got to a point of no return. Despite her time in anger management this season, her emotions got the best of her and took it out on Kesha. Now that the [...]
May 14th, 2012
At the end of tonight’s Basketball Wives episode, Tami Roman appeared to do some soul searching after her argument with Kesha Nichols escalated and got to a point of no return. Despite her time in anger management this season, her emotions got the best of her and took it out on Kesha. Now that the [...]
Tough Talk With Steve Ward: Episode 5
May 14th, 2012
Master Matchmaker Steve Ward is back for another season of Tough Love, and each week, he’ll be giving us an exclusive look at what went down behind the scenes on the series. This week, we talked to Steve about Tiffany’s abrupt departure from the show, and Elizabeth’s issues with sex. This week you got rid [...]
May 14th, 2012
Master Matchmaker Steve Ward is back for another season of Tough Love, and each week, he’ll be giving us an exclusive look at what went down behind the scenes on the series. This week, we talked to Steve about Tiffany’s abrupt departure from the show, and Elizabeth’s issues with sex. This week you got rid [...]
La La’s Full Court Life – Episode 9 – La La’s Motives
May 14th, 2012
Never doubt La La‘s commitment to her craft, because as you saw on tonight’s episode of La La’s Full Court Life, she’s willing to get into her scenes. Just ask Po, who got smacked across the face when she was serving as La La’s scene partner. La La is excited about an upcoming audition, and [...]
May 14th, 2012
Never doubt La La‘s commitment to her craft, because as you saw on tonight’s episode of La La’s Full Court Life, she’s willing to get into her scenes. Just ask Po, who got smacked across the face when she was serving as La La’s scene partner. La La is excited about an upcoming audition, and [...]
Basketball Wives – Episode 13 – Paradise Lost
May 14th, 2012
Whew. From the moment this episode of Basketball Wives began to the moment it ended, it felt like we held our breath and our muscles tensed. We were frozen. For a solid hour we were riveted by the Tami Vs. Kesha showdown that began when Kesha, not interested in fighting with Tami, walked away from [...]
May 14th, 2012
Whew. From the moment this episode of Basketball Wives began to the moment it ended, it felt like we held our breath and our muscles tensed. We were frozen. For a solid hour we were riveted by the Tami Vs. Kesha showdown that began when Kesha, not interested in fighting with Tami, walked away from [...]
Special Tough Love New Orleans Schedule Update For This Week
May 14th, 2012
We just wanted to give you all a heads up that the next episode of Tough Love New Orleans will be airing tomorrow night, that’s Tuesday, May 15, at 8 p.m. ET/PT, in case you want to check out an early sneak peek! The same episode, “Can You Laugh At Yourself?,” will air again next [...]
May 14th, 2012
We just wanted to give you all a heads up that the next episode of Tough Love New Orleans will be airing tomorrow night, that’s Tuesday, May 15, at 8 p.m. ET/PT, in case you want to check out an early sneak peek! The same episode, “Can You Laugh At Yourself?,” will air again next [...]
Mob Wives – Season Finale – Moving Forward
May 14th, 2012
“We refuse to wait any longer,” Renee tells Drita this week on Mob Wives. “We” means Renee and Big Ang, and the wait refers to Drita and Karen having a sit-down to work their differences out. Renee is chief negotiator, and she has procured a location and time for the two of them to settle [...]
May 14th, 2012
“We refuse to wait any longer,” Renee tells Drita this week on Mob Wives. “We” means Renee and Big Ang, and the wait refers to Drita and Karen having a sit-down to work their differences out. Renee is chief negotiator, and she has procured a location and time for the two of them to settle [...]
Some Early Pictures From The Basketball Wives Reunion Taping
May 14th, 2012
The Basketball Wives reunion was filmed this weekend in Los Angeles, and contrary to anything you may have heard, the whole cast was in attendance and in rare form. We’ll have more dispatches from the reunion, including behind-the-scenes photos, interviews, and clips to show you soon, but in the meantime, check out some of the [...]
May 14th, 2012
The Basketball Wives reunion was filmed this weekend in Los Angeles, and contrary to anything you may have heard, the whole cast was in attendance and in rare form. We’ll have more dispatches from the reunion, including behind-the-scenes photos, interviews, and clips to show you soon, but in the meantime, check out some of the [...]
Royce Reed Writes To Explain Why She Deleted Her Twitter And Facebook Accounts
May 14th, 2012
This weekend, we were surprised to see that Basketball Wives star Royce Reed announced she was deleting her Facebook and Twitter accounts. We saw her Saturday at the taping of the reunion show to ask her why, and she briefly explained that it was to rid herself of negativity. After some thought, she decided to [...]
May 14th, 2012
This weekend, we were surprised to see that Basketball Wives star Royce Reed announced she was deleting her Facebook and Twitter accounts. We saw her Saturday at the taping of the reunion show to ask her why, and she briefly explained that it was to rid herself of negativity. After some thought, she decided to [...]
What Was The Most Dramatic Moment On This Season Of Mob Wives?
May 14th, 2012
We watch reality shows for the “truth is stranger than fiction” element, but this season, Mob Wives basically took the cake in that department. In this one group of women, you had rivalries and enemies, returning exes, NON-returning exes, near-death experiences, and family tragedies. Not to mention the knock-down, drag-out fight that started it all. [...]
May 14th, 2012
We watch reality shows for the “truth is stranger than fiction” element, but this season, Mob Wives basically took the cake in that department. In this one group of women, you had rivalries and enemies, returning exes, NON-returning exes, near-death experiences, and family tragedies. Not to mention the knock-down, drag-out fight that started it all. [...]
Tough Love New Orleans – Episode 5 – Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby
May 13th, 2012
Lots of shocking announcements this week. Tiffany was ousted, sure, but Elizabeth is opposed to masturbating! I mean. That’s a lot to absorb in one episode. “When I started working with Tiffany at bootcamp, I just thought she embellished stories to make herself look better,” Steve says at the beginning of this week’s episode. But [...]
May 13th, 2012
Lots of shocking announcements this week. Tiffany was ousted, sure, but Elizabeth is opposed to masturbating! I mean. That’s a lot to absorb in one episode. “When I started working with Tiffany at bootcamp, I just thought she embellished stories to make herself look better,” Steve says at the beginning of this week’s episode. But [...]
Dispatch From The Basketball Wives Reunion: Shaunie O’Neal Addresses This Season’s Controversies And Promises A More Balanced Show
May 12th, 2012
It’s hard to ignore the tension between the women in the cast of Basketball Wives this season, and the subject of fighting amongst the women was brought up at today’s taping of the reunion special. Shaunie O’Neal, creator, producer, and occasional bystander and witness to this fighting addressed the issue head-on. In this exclusive clip [...]
May 12th, 2012
It’s hard to ignore the tension between the women in the cast of Basketball Wives this season, and the subject of fighting amongst the women was brought up at today’s taping of the reunion special. Shaunie O’Neal, creator, producer, and occasional bystander and witness to this fighting addressed the issue head-on. In this exclusive clip [...]
Basketball Wives Episode 13 Sneak Peek: Terrified
May 11th, 2012
The relationship between Kesha and Tami on Basketball Wives has never been on solid ground, but on Monday’s episode, it’s on a fault line. Tami is still upset at Kesha for talking about her, but she takes it to another level when she holds Kesha’s purse hostage during their argument. Just watch the sneak peek [...]
May 11th, 2012
The relationship between Kesha and Tami on Basketball Wives has never been on solid ground, but on Monday’s episode, it’s on a fault line. Tami is still upset at Kesha for talking about her, but she takes it to another level when she holds Kesha’s purse hostage during their argument. Just watch the sneak peek [...]
Mob Wives Season Finale Sneak Peek: It’s Do Or Die Time
May 11th, 2012
Karen and Drita haven’t filmed a scene together on Mob Wives since their fight at Renee‘s party early on in season two, but on Sunday night’s season finale, the two finally meet to discuss their problems. In this sneak peek, they both do some serious mental preparation to face each other. Drita says “This is [...]
May 11th, 2012
Karen and Drita haven’t filmed a scene together on Mob Wives since their fight at Renee‘s party early on in season two, but on Sunday night’s season finale, the two finally meet to discuss their problems. In this sneak peek, they both do some serious mental preparation to face each other. Drita says “This is [...]
VH1 Gossip Roundup For The Week Of 5/11/12: Jackie Christie On Season Two Of BBW L.A., Evelyn Tries On Wedding Dresses
May 11th, 2012
Evelyn Lozada tried on wedding dresses in this week’s issue of Life And Style Magazine. [Evelyn Lozada] Kesha Nichols blogs about this week’s episode of Basketball Wives, focusing on bully behavior. [Kesha's Korner] With Mother’s Day right around the corner, Rock Mom June Ambrose talks motherhood and style with TheYBF. [TheYBF] Terrell Owens was on [...]
May 11th, 2012
Evelyn Lozada tried on wedding dresses in this week’s issue of Life And Style Magazine. [Evelyn Lozada] Kesha Nichols blogs about this week’s episode of Basketball Wives, focusing on bully behavior. [Kesha's Korner] With Mother’s Day right around the corner, Rock Mom June Ambrose talks motherhood and style with TheYBF. [TheYBF] Terrell Owens was on [...]
Pic Of The Day: Six Packs On The Set Of Couples Therapy
May 11th, 2012
Whoa, whoa, whoa. What is this? We watched eight weeks of Couples Therapy and never saw all this bare-chestedness! Kasey Kahl just posted this shot of “the boyssss” in the cast of the show showing off their abs and we have to say, we’re impressed. [Photo: Kasey Kahl's Twitter]
May 11th, 2012
Whoa, whoa, whoa. What is this? We watched eight weeks of Couples Therapy and never saw all this bare-chestedness! Kasey Kahl just posted this shot of “the boyssss” in the cast of the show showing off their abs and we have to say, we’re impressed. [Photo: Kasey Kahl's Twitter]
What Was Your Favorite DMX And Tashera Moment From Couples Therapy?
May 10th, 2012
This season of Couples Therapy has been incredibly emotional, especially as we watched the journey that DMX and Tashera Simmons were on. The couple, who had been estranged and had some deep-seated issues revolving around X’s past with women and his abandonment issues with his mother, resolved to get divorced at the end of therapy, [...]
May 10th, 2012
This season of Couples Therapy has been incredibly emotional, especially as we watched the journey that DMX and Tashera Simmons were on. The couple, who had been estranged and had some deep-seated issues revolving around X’s past with women and his abandonment issues with his mother, resolved to get divorced at the end of therapy, [...]
Enter For A Chance To Go To The Essence Music Festival And Meet The Cast Of Single Ladies
May 10th, 2012
The new season of Single Ladies will begin in just about two weeks, but we know that viewers are excited to invite the cast back into their living rooms. But are you excited to meet the cast, too? Because now is your chance! Just enter our contest on the Single Ladies Facebook page to win [...]
May 10th, 2012
The new season of Single Ladies will begin in just about two weeks, but we know that viewers are excited to invite the cast back into their living rooms. But are you excited to meet the cast, too? Because now is your chance! Just enter our contest on the Single Ladies Facebook page to win [...]
Miss You Much To Premiere In September 2012
May 10th, 2012
We all love a good “where are they now” story, and VH1′s latest show promises that very thing. Miss You Much, a 30 minute show to debut in September on VH1, will reunite us fans with some of our favorite stars from back in the day, like 90210 star Jamie Walters, Saved By The Bell [...]
May 10th, 2012
We all love a good “where are they now” story, and VH1′s latest show promises that very thing. Miss You Much, a 30 minute show to debut in September on VH1, will reunite us fans with some of our favorite stars from back in the day, like 90210 star Jamie Walters, Saved By The Bell [...]
Newly-Engaged Linda Hogan Talks About The Healing Process Of Couples Therapy And Taking Offense At The Term “Cougar”
May 9th, 2012
We caught up with Linda Hogan recently as the season of Couples Therapy was winding down to talk about the big reveal from the season finale: her engagement to Charley Hill. We wanted to know if she had any idea that Charley was planning to propose (nope!) and what’s in store for them now that [...]
May 9th, 2012
We caught up with Linda Hogan recently as the season of Couples Therapy was winding down to talk about the big reveal from the season finale: her engagement to Charley Hill. We wanted to know if she had any idea that Charley was planning to propose (nope!) and what’s in store for them now that [...]
THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (3D) - 4 MINUTE SUPER PREVIEW
May 16th, 2012
The newest trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man is here! Watch it now and check out the movie in theaters July 3 in 3D!
May 16th, 2012
The newest trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man is here! Watch it now and check out the movie in theaters July 3 in 3D!
90210: Season 4, Episode 24 :: Forever Hold Your Peace
May 16th, 2012
This week on 90210 (Season 4, Episode 24), the season concludes with a shocking cliffhanger. Read Kidzworld’s recap of “Forever Hold Your Peace,” which aired on May 15, 2012, to discover what you missed.
May 16th, 2012
This week on 90210 (Season 4, Episode 24), the season concludes with a shocking cliffhanger. Read Kidzworld’s recap of “Forever Hold Your Peace,” which aired on May 15, 2012, to discover what you missed.
Jermaine Paul is “The Voice”
May 16th, 2012
We’re getting the reaction of the Season 2 winner on the NBC show!
May 16th, 2012
We’re getting the reaction of the Season 2 winner on the NBC show!
Top 10 Celebrity Siblings
May 16th, 2012
Some people are just born entertainers, in fact you might even say that fame runs in the family if you take a look at all the celeb siblings dominating the spotlight. Check out our top 10 celebrity siblings!
May 16th, 2012
Some people are just born entertainers, in fact you might even say that fame runs in the family if you take a look at all the celeb siblings dominating the spotlight. Check out our top 10 celebrity siblings!
Rihanna: Tough Shooter!
May 16th, 2012
In “Battleship” Rihanna plays a Navy gunner and she means business!
May 16th, 2012
In “Battleship” Rihanna plays a Navy gunner and she means business!
2012 Prom Dresses
May 16th, 2012
2012 prom wear has five basic styles: sequins, bright colors, strapless, open backs and bold prints. Which look will you choose this year?
May 16th, 2012
2012 prom wear has five basic styles: sequins, bright colors, strapless, open backs and bold prints. Which look will you choose this year?
Glee: Season 3, Episodes 20 and 21 :: Props/Nationals
May 16th, 2012
This week on Glee (Season 3, Episodes 20 and 21), New Directions heads to Chicago. Read Kidzworld’s recap of “Props” and “Nationals”, which aired May 15, 2012, to find out what you missed!
May 16th, 2012
This week on Glee (Season 3, Episodes 20 and 21), New Directions heads to Chicago. Read Kidzworld’s recap of “Props” and “Nationals”, which aired May 15, 2012, to find out what you missed!
“Snow White and the Huntsman’s” Amazing Costumes!
May 16th, 2012
We got a final, up close look at the gorgeous costumes for Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth and Charlize Theron
May 16th, 2012
We got a final, up close look at the gorgeous costumes for Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth and Charlize Theron
Get the Look: Preppy Style
May 16th, 2012
Preppy isn't just a look. It's a sense of style. A fashion choice and a lifestyle, too. Here's how to get the look!
May 16th, 2012
Preppy isn't just a look. It's a sense of style. A fashion choice and a lifestyle, too. Here's how to get the look!
America's Got Talent: Season 7, Episode 1 :: Los Angeles and St. Louis Auditions
May 16th, 2012
This week on America’s Got Talent (Season 7, Episode 1), Howard Stern joins the panel of judges in place of Piers Morgan. Read Kidzworld’s recap of “Los Angeles and St. Louis Auditions,” which aired on May 14, 2012, to discover what you missed.
May 16th, 2012
This week on America’s Got Talent (Season 7, Episode 1), Howard Stern joins the panel of judges in place of Piers Morgan. Read Kidzworld’s recap of “Los Angeles and St. Louis Auditions,” which aired on May 14, 2012, to discover what you missed.
On the Set With “ParaNorman”- Part 1
May 16th, 2012
We’re playing with puppets on the set of the new stop-motion 3-D comedy scarefest!
May 16th, 2012
We’re playing with puppets on the set of the new stop-motion 3-D comedy scarefest!
Gossip Girl: Season 5, Episode 24 :: The Return of the Ring
May 16th, 2012
This week on Gossip Girl (Season 5, Episode 24), Blair must decide once and for all between Dan and Chuck. Read Kidzworld’s recap of “The Return of the Ring,” which aired on May 14, 2012, to discover what you missed.
May 16th, 2012
This week on Gossip Girl (Season 5, Episode 24), Blair must decide once and for all between Dan and Chuck. Read Kidzworld’s recap of “The Return of the Ring,” which aired on May 14, 2012, to discover what you missed.
NBA Playoffs :: Round II
May 16th, 2012
The Quarterfinals are underway in the NBA playoffs. The top team in the East is out and the sky’s the limit in the West. Who are the favorites and who doesn’t stand a chance? Let’s take a look at a Round II Preview!
May 16th, 2012
The Quarterfinals are underway in the NBA playoffs. The top team in the East is out and the sky’s the limit in the West. Who are the favorites and who doesn’t stand a chance? Let’s take a look at a Round II Preview!
All About Chocolate Chips
May 16th, 2012
If you have a sweet tooth you’re probably familiar with chocolate chips, but did you know that May 15th is National Chocolate Chip Day? Chocolate chips are an essential part of many recipes, like chocolate chip cookies. How much do you know about these delicious bite-sized morsels? Find out all about chocolate chips!
May 16th, 2012
If you have a sweet tooth you’re probably familiar with chocolate chips, but did you know that May 15th is National Chocolate Chip Day? Chocolate chips are an essential part of many recipes, like chocolate chip cookies. How much do you know about these delicious bite-sized morsels? Find out all about chocolate chips!
How to choose the Right Bike for you?
May 16th, 2012
Buying a bike is like choosing a best friend so you choose wisely and your days will be filled with joy! Bikes have different personalities and if you choose the ones that match your own, you’re guaranteed to enjoy your bike. Here’s Kidzworld’s guide to how to choose the right bike for you…
May 16th, 2012
Buying a bike is like choosing a best friend so you choose wisely and your days will be filled with joy! Bikes have different personalities and if you choose the ones that match your own, you’re guaranteed to enjoy your bike. Here’s Kidzworld’s guide to how to choose the right bike for you…
Top 10 Ways to Spend Time Wit
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May 16th, 2012
Spending time with family doesn't have to be a bore, it can be as fun and meaningful as you make it. Check out the top 10 ways to spend time with family and turn all your family time into fun time!
May 16th, 2012
Spending time with family doesn't have to be a bore, it can be as fun and meaningful as you make it. Check out the top 10 ways to spend time with family and turn all your family time into fun time!
Chris Hemsworth Bio
May 16th, 2012
Everyone adored Liam Hemsworth for his roles in The Last Song and The Hunger Games. But now his big brother Chris Hemsworth is making his stamp on Hollywood. Kidzworld has the bio!
May 16th, 2012
Everyone adored Liam Hemsworth for his roles in The Last Song and The Hunger Games. But now his big brother Chris Hemsworth is making his stamp on Hollywood. Kidzworld has the bio!
Cee Lo Green Bio
May 16th, 2012
Cee Lo Green has done it all – rapper, singer-songwriter, producer, you name it! Starting out as part of Goodie Mob and eventually moving into a stand-out solo career with his hit “Forget You”, this multi-talented performer and musician has written and produced for the very best in the industry. Find out more in his Kidzworld Bio!
May 16th, 2012
Cee Lo Green has done it all – rapper, singer-songwriter, producer, you name it! Starting out as part of Goodie Mob and eventually moving into a stand-out solo career with his hit “Forget You”, this multi-talented performer and musician has written and produced for the very best in the industry. Find out more in his Kidzworld Bio!
How to Make Cutoff Denim Shorts
May 16th, 2012
Summer is nearly here and after your big Spring Clean you realized you were harboring a few extra pairs of jeans you never wear. Some might not be long enough now, others need patches at the knees or maybe they just need a change for you to get excited about them again. But you don’t want to get rid of good jeans that still fit, they may even hold some dear memories. Why not add to your summer wardrobe and make some cutoff denim shorts?
May 16th, 2012
Summer is nearly here and after your big Spring Clean you realized you were harboring a few extra pairs of jeans you never wear. Some might not be long enough now, others need patches at the knees or maybe they just need a change for you to get excited about them again. But you don’t want to get rid of good jeans that still fit, they may even hold some dear memories. Why not add to your summer wardrobe and make some cutoff denim shorts?
Beautiful Wave on Blu-ray and DVD
May 16th, 2012
Ride the wave of an unforgettable summer surfing adventure in Beautiful Wave, on DVD and Blu-ray May 15, 2012.
May 16th, 2012
Ride the wave of an unforgettable summer surfing adventure in Beautiful Wave, on DVD and Blu-ray May 15, 2012.
Dark Shadows Movie Review
May 16th, 2012
Kidzworld gives you our take on “Dark Shadows”, the new Johnny Depp horror dramady.
May 16th, 2012
Kidzworld gives you our take on “Dark Shadows”, the new Johnny Depp horror dramady.
Dark Shadows: Ladies’ Night
May 16th, 2012
We’re asking the femme stars of the campy horror flick a few Q’s
May 16th, 2012
We’re asking the femme stars of the campy horror flick a few Q’s
Drake: Fun Facts!
May 16th, 2012
Rapper Drake has no problem churning out hits with a smooth style of rhyming that’s undeniably all his own. But before he was part of the Young Money family Drake got his start on Canadian TV. Check out these Drake Fun Facts to find out more!
May 16th, 2012
Rapper Drake has no problem churning out hits with a smooth style of rhyming that’s undeniably all his own. But before he was part of the Young Money family Drake got his start on Canadian TV. Check out these Drake Fun Facts to find out more!
Top 10 Prom Accessories
May 16th, 2012
Bedazzled, bejeweled, beautifully bedecked... Accent your prom dress with this year's perfect accessories.
May 16th, 2012
Bedazzled, bejeweled, beautifully bedecked... Accent your prom dress with this year's perfect accessories.
“Chronicle” – Blu-Ray Review
May 16th, 2012
Teens go powermad in this Sci-Fi thriller now out on DVD and Blu-Ray
May 16th, 2012
Teens go powermad in this Sci-Fi thriller now out on DVD and Blu-Ray
Chris Hemsworth: “Hanging Out” On Set with “The Huntsman”!
May 16th, 2012
Kidzworld is lost in the English woods with Chris Hemsworth the hunky star of Snow White and the Huntsman!
May 16th, 2012
Kidzworld is lost in the English woods with Chris Hemsworth the hunky star of Snow White and the Huntsman!
Stylin’ with Chloe Moretz
May 16th, 2012
Our Hollywood hair guru tells you how to get Chloe's lovely locks
May 16th, 2012
Our Hollywood hair guru tells you how to get Chloe's lovely locks
'American Idol' Top Three Battle For Ticket To Finale
May 16th, 2012
Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez and Joshua Ledet make their final cases to America that they should be in the final two.By Adam Graham Phillip Phillips on "American Idol" Photo: Michael Becker/ FOX With "We've Got Tonight," Phillip Phillips may have punched his ticket to next week's "American Idol" finale. Phillips' performance at the close of Wednesday's (May 16) performance episode stole the show and earned a standing ovation from the judges. All night, Randy Jackson spoke of having big "moments," and Phillips' gentle take on the Bob Seger classic definitely qualified as one of those performances. "That was the perfect song at the perfect time and your best performance on the show ever!" Jackson told Phillips after the song. Jennifer Lopez said it was like a "lullaby," and Steven Tyler said he "nailed it" and praised him for his passion during the song. Phillips' "We've Got Tonight" came at the end of a two-hour show that saw the contestants visiting their hometowns and being treated like returning heroes. The episode also saw Joshua Ledet retain his momentum, while Jessica Sanchez slipped a bit, proving it may be tough for her to make it to the final two. Contestants sang three songs each: One chosen by the judges, one of their own choosing and one picked by Jimmy Iovine. Ledet opened the show with Etta James' "I'd Rather Go Blind," which also earned a standing ovation from the judges. (Not surprising, they picked the song.) "Out of 70,000, there's only one American Idol. And you sang like that one tonight," Tyler told Ledet after the song. He followed it with John Lennon's "Imagine," dubbed "brilliant" (by Jackson) and "controlled" (by Lopez) and finished with Mary J. Blige's "No More Drama," his suggestion from Iovine. It was another hit. "You have this perfect marriage of knowing exactly what you're doing and letting completely go at the same time," Lopez told him after his unkempt performance, which saw him dramatically remove his jacket, as well as his in-ear monitors. "There's spontaneity, you don't know what's going to happen, but you know it's going to be out of this world." Sanchez's up and down night was typified by Jackson's critiques: He called her version of Mariah Carey's "My All" "one of the best times a Mariah song has ever been performed on TV," but later said her version of Jackson Five's "I'll Be There" — also once memorably performed by Mariah — was only "OK." "There was never a moment-moment. It's like, you know, I mean, it needed like a moment-moment-moment." (In Jackson-speak, that means she didn't quite deliver.) Sandwiched between the two, she took on Aerosmith's "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing," which is more than a little familiar to one of the three judges. Tyler rose to his feet afterwards, telling her she "took a great song and made it greater," while Lopez called it "crazy" (in a good way). And Jackson? "Dude, you delivered, man, yo, whoa, I'm like yo, all right, all right." Our thoughts exactly, Randy. Phillips closed so strong it hardly mattered what came before. (Voters have short attention spans, you see.) After his first song, Madcon's "Beggin'," Tyler said Phillips "could be a new Springsteen," while Jackson commented he felt he was at a Phil Phillips concert. All three judges agreed his middle performance of Matchbox Twenty's "Disease" was underwhelming, but by his home-run song was a performance all but forgotten. One of the performers is headed home — this time not in a good way — on Thursday's episode, which is also set to feature a performance by Adam Lambert. What did you think of "Idol" on Wednesday? Let us know in the comments! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
May 16th, 2012
Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez and Joshua Ledet make their final cases to America that they should be in the final two.By Adam Graham Phillip Phillips on "American Idol" Photo: Michael Becker/ FOX With "We've Got Tonight," Phillip Phillips may have punched his ticket to next week's "American Idol" finale. Phillips' performance at the close of Wednesday's (May 16) performance episode stole the show and earned a standing ovation from the judges. All night, Randy Jackson spoke of having big "moments," and Phillips' gentle take on the Bob Seger classic definitely qualified as one of those performances. "That was the perfect song at the perfect time and your best performance on the show ever!" Jackson told Phillips after the song. Jennifer Lopez said it was like a "lullaby," and Steven Tyler said he "nailed it" and praised him for his passion during the song. Phillips' "We've Got Tonight" came at the end of a two-hour show that saw the contestants visiting their hometowns and being treated like returning heroes. The episode also saw Joshua Ledet retain his momentum, while Jessica Sanchez slipped a bit, proving it may be tough for her to make it to the final two. Contestants sang three songs each: One chosen by the judges, one of their own choosing and one picked by Jimmy Iovine. Ledet opened the show with Etta James' "I'd Rather Go Blind," which also earned a standing ovation from the judges. (Not surprising, they picked the song.) "Out of 70,000, there's only one American Idol. And you sang like that one tonight," Tyler told Ledet after the song. He followed it with John Lennon's "Imagine," dubbed "brilliant" (by Jackson) and "controlled" (by Lopez) and finished with Mary J. Blige's "No More Drama," his suggestion from Iovine. It was another hit. "You have this perfect marriage of knowing exactly what you're doing and letting completely go at the same time," Lopez told him after his unkempt performance, which saw him dramatically remove his jacket, as well as his in-ear monitors. "There's spontaneity, you don't know what's going to happen, but you know it's going to be out of this world." Sanchez's up and down night was typified by Jackson's critiques: He called her version of Mariah Carey's "My All" "one of the best times a Mariah song has ever been performed on TV," but later said her version of Jackson Five's "I'll Be There" — also once memorably performed by Mariah — was only "OK." "There was never a moment-moment. It's like, you know, I mean, it needed like a moment-moment-moment." (In Jackson-speak, that means she didn't quite deliver.) Sandwiched between the two, she took on Aerosmith's "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing," which is more than a little familiar to one of the three judges. Tyler rose to his feet afterwards, telling her she "took a great song and made it greater," while Lopez called it "crazy" (in a good way). And Jackson? "Dude, you delivered, man, yo, whoa, I'm like yo, all right, all right." Our thoughts exactly, Randy. Phillips closed so strong it hardly mattered what came before. (Voters have short attention spans, you see.) After his first song, Madcon's "Beggin'," Tyler said Phillips "could be a new Springsteen," while Jackson commented he felt he was at a Phil Phillips concert. All three judges agreed his middle performance of Matchbox Twenty's "Disease" was underwhelming, but by his home-run song was a performance all but forgotten. One of the performers is headed home — this time not in a good way — on Thursday's episode, which is also set to feature a performance by Adam Lambert. What did you think of "Idol" on Wednesday? Let us know in the comments! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
Usher Unveils 'Nostalgic' New Song 'Twisted'
May 16th, 2012
Looking 4 Myself track featuring Pharrell is classic R&B but 'very relevant,' superstar says on 'MTV First.'By John Mitchell, with reporting by Sway Calloway Usher Photo: Jessica Hyndman / MTV News Usher sat down for an exclusive "MTV First" interview about his hotly anticipated upcoming release, Looking 4 Myself, his unconventional album-listening experience with the off-Broadway show "Fuerza Bruta" and to give fans a first listen to the Myself track "Twisted" featuring Pharrell. He told MTV News' Sway Calloway the song is a "nostalgic record" that reflects the album's ambitious aim to represent the variety of musical experiences that have impacted the R&B superstar. " 'Twisted' is more of a nostalgic record, so when you think about the classic R&B record, we managed a way to modernize it, even though that's very relevant," the singer said. "You hear records like Cee Lo, you hear Bruno Mars and also Andre 3000, and that sound is very relevant in this time. So this was kind of our way to tie it all together and give you something different that you probably wouldn't normally get from me." Adapting current sounds and making them his own is a theme Usher is bringing in earnest to Looking 4 Myself and also reflects his philosophy of how to stay in the game. The star released his self-titled debut in 1994, when he was just 16, and has gone on to sell over 65 million records worldwide and score nine #1 songs and six more top 10 hits. As for how he's managed to stay on top for so long, Usher revealed that it's important to never be insular when it comes to music. "Life is a workout, man, it's like a treadmill, and you gotta be with it, you gotta just stay with it," he said. "For me, I've had the fortunate ability to always be mindful of other things and other people. I'm not so caught up in what I'm doing that I can't be cognizant of what other people enjoy. ... Now, I think music should be used as a channel to really allow people to have different experiences. So, this album is all about bottling up those different experiences." The connecting tissue that's given Usher the ability to explore world music — from full-on dance tracks like his new single "Scream" and his collaboration with David Guetta, "Without You," to more classic R&B slow jams like "Climax" and the old-school spare drum beat of "Twisted" — while delivering cohesive records has been his voice, which he said brings "the essence of soul and emotion" to each record. "All of my career is kind of an unveiling, an unfolding story, and it ain't done. There's so much more that I'm going to do, so much that I've now just been interested in and been introduced to," he continued. "I just want that experience of having this very monogamous relationship with entertainment and acting in a way where I can really, really focus and become better." Usher's commitment to tackling the changing face of music head-on and forging new roads in entertainment as he matures — he is currently training for a Sugar Ray Leonard biopic — is the key to his success, he said, concluding, "It's all about evolution for me." Share your review of "Twisted" in the comments below! Related Videos MTV First: Usher Related Artists Usher
May 16th, 2012
Looking 4 Myself track featuring Pharrell is classic R&B but 'very relevant,' superstar says on 'MTV First.'By John Mitchell, with reporting by Sway Calloway Usher Photo: Jessica Hyndman / MTV News Usher sat down for an exclusive "MTV First" interview about his hotly anticipated upcoming release, Looking 4 Myself, his unconventional album-listening experience with the off-Broadway show "Fuerza Bruta" and to give fans a first listen to the Myself track "Twisted" featuring Pharrell. He told MTV News' Sway Calloway the song is a "nostalgic record" that reflects the album's ambitious aim to represent the variety of musical experiences that have impacted the R&B superstar. " 'Twisted' is more of a nostalgic record, so when you think about the classic R&B record, we managed a way to modernize it, even though that's very relevant," the singer said. "You hear records like Cee Lo, you hear Bruno Mars and also Andre 3000, and that sound is very relevant in this time. So this was kind of our way to tie it all together and give you something different that you probably wouldn't normally get from me." Adapting current sounds and making them his own is a theme Usher is bringing in earnest to Looking 4 Myself and also reflects his philosophy of how to stay in the game. The star released his self-titled debut in 1994, when he was just 16, and has gone on to sell over 65 million records worldwide and score nine #1 songs and six more top 10 hits. As for how he's managed to stay on top for so long, Usher revealed that it's important to never be insular when it comes to music. "Life is a workout, man, it's like a treadmill, and you gotta be with it, you gotta just stay with it," he said. "For me, I've had the fortunate ability to always be mindful of other things and other people. I'm not so caught up in what I'm doing that I can't be cognizant of what other people enjoy. ... Now, I think music should be used as a channel to really allow people to have different experiences. So, this album is all about bottling up those different experiences." The connecting tissue that's given Usher the ability to explore world music — from full-on dance tracks like his new single "Scream" and his collaboration with David Guetta, "Without You," to more classic R&B slow jams like "Climax" and the old-school spare drum beat of "Twisted" — while delivering cohesive records has been his voice, which he said brings "the essence of soul and emotion" to each record. "All of my career is kind of an unveiling, an unfolding story, and it ain't done. There's so much more that I'm going to do, so much that I've now just been interested in and been introduced to," he continued. "I just want that experience of having this very monogamous relationship with entertainment and acting in a way where I can really, really focus and become better." Usher's commitment to tackling the changing face of music head-on and forging new roads in entertainment as he matures — he is currently training for a Sugar Ray Leonard biopic — is the key to his success, he said, concluding, "It's all about evolution for me." Share your review of "Twisted" in the comments below! Related Videos MTV First: Usher Related Artists Usher
T.I. Supports President Obama On Same-Sex Marriage Stance
May 16th, 2012
'I think that you should be able to do whatever you want to do,' T.I. tells 'RapFix Live' about his stance on same-sex marriage. By Rob Markman, with reporting by Sway Calloway T.I. on "RapFix Live" Photo: Natasha Chandel/ MTV News President Obama is no stranger to hip-hop's support. Not only have MCs dedicated songs to the 44th U.S. Prez, but guys like Jay-Z, Diddy and Ludacris have openly backed Barack. While many criticized Obama for his support of same-sex marriage, Hov backs him, and so does T.I. "Just to speak honestly and being frank, I don't care," the "Live Your Life" MC said about the non-stop debate on same-sex marriage when he appeared on Wednesday's "RapFix Live." "I think that if a matter doesn't affect your daily life, you shouldn't take a hard stand on it. If it's not something that directly affects you, if it doesn't affect you, what difference does it make to you what other people are doing with their lives?" Tip, who is currently serving probation stemming from his 2007 weapons arrest, is unable to vote, but once his probation is lifted in September he revealed that he plans to vote for Obama, who will be looking to secure a second term as head of state. "I don't think that's a hard question," he said. During an interview with CNN on Monday, Jay applauded the president for speaking out in support of the gay-rights movement. "I've always thought it as something that was still holding the country back," Jay-Z said. "What people do in their own homes is their business, and you can choose to love whoever you love. That's their business. It's no different than discriminating against blacks. It's discrimination, plain and simple." "I think that you should be able to do whatever you want to do," T.I. remarked. "I don't see how it matters one way or another." Related Videos T.I. Brings The Grand Hustle To 'RapFix Live' Related Artists T.I.
May 16th, 2012
'I think that you should be able to do whatever you want to do,' T.I. tells 'RapFix Live' about his stance on same-sex marriage. By Rob Markman, with reporting by Sway Calloway T.I. on "RapFix Live" Photo: Natasha Chandel/ MTV News President Obama is no stranger to hip-hop's support. Not only have MCs dedicated songs to the 44th U.S. Prez, but guys like Jay-Z, Diddy and Ludacris have openly backed Barack. While many criticized Obama for his support of same-sex marriage, Hov backs him, and so does T.I. "Just to speak honestly and being frank, I don't care," the "Live Your Life" MC said about the non-stop debate on same-sex marriage when he appeared on Wednesday's "RapFix Live." "I think that if a matter doesn't affect your daily life, you shouldn't take a hard stand on it. If it's not something that directly affects you, if it doesn't affect you, what difference does it make to you what other people are doing with their lives?" Tip, who is currently serving probation stemming from his 2007 weapons arrest, is unable to vote, but once his probation is lifted in September he revealed that he plans to vote for Obama, who will be looking to secure a second term as head of state. "I don't think that's a hard question," he said. During an interview with CNN on Monday, Jay applauded the president for speaking out in support of the gay-rights movement. "I've always thought it as something that was still holding the country back," Jay-Z said. "What people do in their own homes is their business, and you can choose to love whoever you love. That's their business. It's no different than discriminating against blacks. It's discrimination, plain and simple." "I think that you should be able to do whatever you want to do," T.I. remarked. "I don't see how it matters one way or another." Related Videos T.I. Brings The Grand Hustle To 'RapFix Live' Related Artists T.I.
Usher's 'Climax' Is 'Not About Sex'
May 16th, 2012
Looking 4 Myself single is about reaching 'a place where you're gonna dive in or let it go,' Usher explains on 'MTV First.'By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Sway Calloway Sway and Usher Photo: Jessica Hyndman / MTV News Usher admits that "over the last three years of my life, it's no secret I went through some heavy transitions." And he's not joking. In 2009, he filed for a divorce from his wife, Tameka Foster, after marrying her in 2007. In the lead-up to the split, their relationship certainly came with drama, including a rift with his mother and a major health scare for Foster during a 2009 trip to Brazil. And even with his divorce finalized, Usher is still in and out of court dealing with custody issues over their two sons, Usher and Naviyd. However, he is ready to put all that drama aside now that he's purged those emotions for his June 12 album release, the aptly titled Looking 4 Myself. "There's an emotional side to it. Over the last three years of my life, it's no secret I went through some heavy transitions and in that I really came out new," he told MTV News during "MTV First." "I came out feeling a sense of entitlement and a sense of ownership of all of that I went through to become better and in being able to survive it. "So I was looking for something in the music," he continued. "I was looking for something in life. I was looking for something in it has always been right here. It has always been there. So I kind of used the music as a dairy in a way, but a creative, artistic, art-in-motion diary." But, Usher is no stranger to putting his drama to music. With albums titled Confessions and Raymond v. Raymond, he has always put his personal business right where people can hear it. "Oddly, I've unfortunately left my life an open book," he said. "So every record people would assume that each and every detail is specific, even the videos." That includes his most recent clip for "Climax," which follows jilted lover Usher as he contemplates shooting his girl's other man. Soon, he charges in the house, and a gunshot is fired off. What's unclear is whether it's reality or just Usher's fantasy. "OK, I'm not sitting out in front of somebody's house and shoot up the crib, just so you know," he joked. " 'Climax' was an interpretation to really give people a better understanding 'cause I felt like people really looked at the record for what you heard first, which was 'Climax'. So, people thought 'sex.' It's not about sex. Well, climax is about sex, but not the song. Just so we're clear." The Diplo-produced track actually has more to do with the events of the last few years of his life than events in the bedroom. "The song is really about kind of the crescendo of a relationship, where you've reached a place where you're gonna dive in or let it go," he said. "And the 'Climax' is what it is." Related Videos MTV First: Usher
May 16th, 2012
Looking 4 Myself single is about reaching 'a place where you're gonna dive in or let it go,' Usher explains on 'MTV First.'By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Sway Calloway Sway and Usher Photo: Jessica Hyndman / MTV News Usher admits that "over the last three years of my life, it's no secret I went through some heavy transitions." And he's not joking. In 2009, he filed for a divorce from his wife, Tameka Foster, after marrying her in 2007. In the lead-up to the split, their relationship certainly came with drama, including a rift with his mother and a major health scare for Foster during a 2009 trip to Brazil. And even with his divorce finalized, Usher is still in and out of court dealing with custody issues over their two sons, Usher and Naviyd. However, he is ready to put all that drama aside now that he's purged those emotions for his June 12 album release, the aptly titled Looking 4 Myself. "There's an emotional side to it. Over the last three years of my life, it's no secret I went through some heavy transitions and in that I really came out new," he told MTV News during "MTV First." "I came out feeling a sense of entitlement and a sense of ownership of all of that I went through to become better and in being able to survive it. "So I was looking for something in the music," he continued. "I was looking for something in life. I was looking for something in it has always been right here. It has always been there. So I kind of used the music as a dairy in a way, but a creative, artistic, art-in-motion diary." But, Usher is no stranger to putting his drama to music. With albums titled Confessions and Raymond v. Raymond, he has always put his personal business right where people can hear it. "Oddly, I've unfortunately left my life an open book," he said. "So every record people would assume that each and every detail is specific, even the videos." That includes his most recent clip for "Climax," which follows jilted lover Usher as he contemplates shooting his girl's other man. Soon, he charges in the house, and a gunshot is fired off. What's unclear is whether it's reality or just Usher's fantasy. "OK, I'm not sitting out in front of somebody's house and shoot up the crib, just so you know," he joked. " 'Climax' was an interpretation to really give people a better understanding 'cause I felt like people really looked at the record for what you heard first, which was 'Climax'. So, people thought 'sex.' It's not about sex. Well, climax is about sex, but not the song. Just so we're clear." The Diplo-produced track actually has more to do with the events of the last few years of his life than events in the bedroom. "The song is really about kind of the crescendo of a relationship, where you've reached a place where you're gonna dive in or let it go," he said. "And the 'Climax' is what it is." Related Videos MTV First: Usher
Nicki Minaj And Nas Seal 'Right By My Side' Video With A Kiss
May 16th, 2012
Rap superstars get cozy in just-premiered clip, which also features Chris Brown.By Rob Markman Nicki Minaj and Nas in her "Right By My Side" video Photo: Cash Money/Young Money/Universal Music Nicki and Nas —it has a nice ring to it, doesn't it? It's no secret that Nicki Minaj has a flair for the dramatic, and on Wednesday (May 16), when she debuted her "Right by My Side" video on MTV, Nicki surprised many by casting the Queensbridge rap great as her leading man. The bright and cheery video opens with a pensive Nicki seated in a high-backed chair fit for a queen; her mind is clearly elsewhere, unaware of the camera's gaze. Only a few seconds pass before Nas struts into the scene and the two lean in to share a smooch only to find their lives subjected to a rewind sequence before their lips touch. "It all comes down to this, I miss your morning," Nicki sings on cue as the viewer is taken back in time. It's all pretty rosy as the lovesick couple share deep conversation and an inside joke as Nas hands his honey a silver dollar, which she flips into a wishing well. The clip has all the makings of a Nicholas Sparks romance flick: There's PDA, hand-holding, shopping trips and outdoor lunches. In one scene, Nas — who sports his trademark half-moon Caesar and big-framed 1980s-inspired glasses — surprises Nicki with a new car, topped off with a pink bow, of course. The reigning rap queen is so excited she leaps into his open arms. When Chris Brown shows up for his guest verse and duet-styled hook, he is set outside of the video's story line, delivering passionate performance scenes but never interrupting the two lovebirds. Breezy is no doubt a superstar, but he sits as a third wheel on Nicki and Nas' romantic ride. The vibe of the soft love song switches by the time the Female Weezy's rap verse rolls in. It's quite the verbal display as she sits beside Nas, wearing his hoodie and rapping in double-time of her own sexual prowess. "My p---y game so cold, that he always seem to come back/ 'Cause he knows that it be a wrap when I'm riding it from the back," she spits while wearing God's Son's oversized medallion around her neck. For the most part, the couple can't stay away from each other, but there is clearly some separation between the two lovers, even if only for a brief, undefined moment. In the closing scene, a lonely and longing Nicki sits on a park bench under a full moon with a sullen look on her typically animated face. Her frown is quickly remedied when Nas pulls up besides his boo and takes a seat next to her. They first hug and then share a deep and sensual kiss that is sure to get the rumor mill spinning out of control. What did you think of Nicki Minaj and Nas' kiss in the "Right By My Side" video? Tell us in the comments! Related Artists Nicki Minaj Nas
May 16th, 2012
Rap superstars get cozy in just-premiered clip, which also features Chris Brown.By Rob Markman Nicki Minaj and Nas in her "Right By My Side" video Photo: Cash Money/Young Money/Universal Music Nicki and Nas —it has a nice ring to it, doesn't it? It's no secret that Nicki Minaj has a flair for the dramatic, and on Wednesday (May 16), when she debuted her "Right by My Side" video on MTV, Nicki surprised many by casting the Queensbridge rap great as her leading man. The bright and cheery video opens with a pensive Nicki seated in a high-backed chair fit for a queen; her mind is clearly elsewhere, unaware of the camera's gaze. Only a few seconds pass before Nas struts into the scene and the two lean in to share a smooch only to find their lives subjected to a rewind sequence before their lips touch. "It all comes down to this, I miss your morning," Nicki sings on cue as the viewer is taken back in time. It's all pretty rosy as the lovesick couple share deep conversation and an inside joke as Nas hands his honey a silver dollar, which she flips into a wishing well. The clip has all the makings of a Nicholas Sparks romance flick: There's PDA, hand-holding, shopping trips and outdoor lunches. In one scene, Nas — who sports his trademark half-moon Caesar and big-framed 1980s-inspired glasses — surprises Nicki with a new car, topped off with a pink bow, of course. The reigning rap queen is so excited she leaps into his open arms. When Chris Brown shows up for his guest verse and duet-styled hook, he is set outside of the video's story line, delivering passionate performance scenes but never interrupting the two lovebirds. Breezy is no doubt a superstar, but he sits as a third wheel on Nicki and Nas' romantic ride. The vibe of the soft love song switches by the time the Female Weezy's rap verse rolls in. It's quite the verbal display as she sits beside Nas, wearing his hoodie and rapping in double-time of her own sexual prowess. "My p---y game so cold, that he always seem to come back/ 'Cause he knows that it be a wrap when I'm riding it from the back," she spits while wearing God's Son's oversized medallion around her neck. For the most part, the couple can't stay away from each other, but there is clearly some separation between the two lovers, even if only for a brief, undefined moment. In the closing scene, a lonely and longing Nicki sits on a park bench under a full moon with a sullen look on her typically animated face. Her frown is quickly remedied when Nas pulls up besides his boo and takes a seat next to her. They first hug and then share a deep and sensual kiss that is sure to get the rumor mill spinning out of control. What did you think of Nicki Minaj and Nas' kiss in the "Right By My Side" video? Tell us in the comments! Related Artists Nicki Minaj Nas
Teyana Taylor Is G.O.O.D. Music's 'Spoiled Brat'
May 16th, 2012
'I could get whatever I want,' 21-year-old Harlem rapper tells MTV News about her new record deal with Kanye West.By Nadeska Alexis Teyana Taylor Photo: MTV News Teyana Taylor collaborated with Kanye West on his 2010 album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, and now, as an official member of the G.O.O.D. Music team, the Harlem rapper confirms that she will also appear on the upcoming G.O.O.D. compilation album. When MTV News caught up with Taylor after news broke that she'd officially been added to the Def Jam roster, she said the deal was finalized in April. "I had been actually working with the whole G.O.O.D. Music family for quite a while," she explained. "Around the time we did the 'Dark Fantasy' song, I was still in my contract with Star Trak/Interscope Records, and I asked for release because I wanted to find myself as an artist. I had options to go to different labels, but I felt like G.O.O.D. Music was where I wanted to be, where I fit in. "This is the second go 'round for me, and hopefully, the second time's the charm," the 21-year-old continued. "I signed to Star Trak with Pharrell when I was 15, and now I'm at a new chapter in my life where I'm signed to G.O.O.D. Music, and I'm blessed and happy to be part of the team." The rapper, singer, writer and actress said the new deal will definitely improve her worth ethic. "Being signed to G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam has opened more doors now that I finally have a team behind me that can push me to work harder," she said. Taylor has already recorded her tracks for the upcoming G.O.O.D. Music album, another humbling experience. "Recording 'Dark Fantasy' and recording the G.O.O.D. Music album was both crazy," she shared. "When we did 'Dark Fantasy,' the album had to be turned in in three hours, so that was a song that we made happen so last minute, which happened to be the first song on the album, so that was very exciting. "The same amount of work, same amount of pressure, same amount of heart, intensity, passion [went into recording the G.O.O.D. Music LP]. It was a great experience to be able to work with someone like Kanye and with Pusha T, Big Sean, Kid Cudi, Common and the whole G.O.O.D. family. When it's time to do something, we all come together, we make it work, everyone's focused." Taylor recorded with West in both Los Angeles and New York, laughing off rumors that the crew ticked off the Royal Family while recording in London. Right now, Taylor is simply enjoying her new family circle. "I am the princess of G.O.O.D. Music, the first lady of G.O.O.D. Music, the baby of G.O.O.D. Music," she said, laughing. "I'm kinda the spoiled brat right now. I could get whatever I want." Related Artists Teyana Taylor Kanye West
May 16th, 2012
'I could get whatever I want,' 21-year-old Harlem rapper tells MTV News about her new record deal with Kanye West.By Nadeska Alexis Teyana Taylor Photo: MTV News Teyana Taylor collaborated with Kanye West on his 2010 album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, and now, as an official member of the G.O.O.D. Music team, the Harlem rapper confirms that she will also appear on the upcoming G.O.O.D. compilation album. When MTV News caught up with Taylor after news broke that she'd officially been added to the Def Jam roster, she said the deal was finalized in April. "I had been actually working with the whole G.O.O.D. Music family for quite a while," she explained. "Around the time we did the 'Dark Fantasy' song, I was still in my contract with Star Trak/Interscope Records, and I asked for release because I wanted to find myself as an artist. I had options to go to different labels, but I felt like G.O.O.D. Music was where I wanted to be, where I fit in. "This is the second go 'round for me, and hopefully, the second time's the charm," the 21-year-old continued. "I signed to Star Trak with Pharrell when I was 15, and now I'm at a new chapter in my life where I'm signed to G.O.O.D. Music, and I'm blessed and happy to be part of the team." The rapper, singer, writer and actress said the new deal will definitely improve her worth ethic. "Being signed to G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam has opened more doors now that I finally have a team behind me that can push me to work harder," she said. Taylor has already recorded her tracks for the upcoming G.O.O.D. Music album, another humbling experience. "Recording 'Dark Fantasy' and recording the G.O.O.D. Music album was both crazy," she shared. "When we did 'Dark Fantasy,' the album had to be turned in in three hours, so that was a song that we made happen so last minute, which happened to be the first song on the album, so that was very exciting. "The same amount of work, same amount of pressure, same amount of heart, intensity, passion [went into recording the G.O.O.D. Music LP]. It was a great experience to be able to work with someone like Kanye and with Pusha T, Big Sean, Kid Cudi, Common and the whole G.O.O.D. family. When it's time to do something, we all come together, we make it work, everyone's focused." Taylor recorded with West in both Los Angeles and New York, laughing off rumors that the crew ticked off the Royal Family while recording in London. Right now, Taylor is simply enjoying her new family circle. "I am the princess of G.O.O.D. Music, the first lady of G.O.O.D. Music, the baby of G.O.O.D. Music," she said, laughing. "I'm kinda the spoiled brat right now. I could get whatever I want." Related Artists Teyana Taylor Kanye West
'Perks Of A Wallflower' Trailer To Debut At MTV Movie Awards!
May 16th, 2012
Emma Watson (who tweeted the news) will be on hand with Logan Lerman and Ezra Miller to present the sneak peek Sunday, June 3.By Kara Warner Emma Watson and Logan Lerman in "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" Photo: John Bramley/Summit Entertainment We're less than a month away from everyone's favorite cinematic-themed awards show — the 2012 MTV Movie Awards — and with only weeks away from our June 3 show date, you can expect special announcements to start flooding in with teases of this year's special guests, presenters and pre-show moments. Speaking of pre-show moments, we're pleased to announce that the star-studded cast of "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" will be on hand to help present the trailer for the highly anticipated film during our pre-show. The lovely Emma Watson helped break the news via her Twitter account on Wednesday (May 16). #PerksOfBeingAWallflower Trailer is going to show at the @MTVMovieAwards pre-show! @LoganLerman and Ezra and I will be there to present. : )— Emma Watson (@EmWatson) May 16, 2012 "#PerksOfBeingAWallflower Trailer is going to show at the @MTVMovieAwards pre-show!" Watson wrote. "@LoganLerman and Ezra and I will be there to present. : )" "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" is based on the popular Stephen Chbosky novel of the same name. The story revolves around introverted high school freshman Charlie (Logan Lerman) as he slowly comes out of his shell thanks to new friends, siblings Sam (Emma Watson) and Patrick (Ezra Miller). Watson will not only be attending the show as part of the "Perks" trailer presentation, but will also be representing "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2," for which the lovely actress is a double nominee in the Best Female Performance and Best Kiss categories. "Deathly Hallows, Part 2" has a chance to take home major Movie Awards gold given their six nominations but faces fierce competition from "The Hunger Games" and "Bridesmaids," which are the most-nominated movies this year. The MTV Movie Awards will air live from the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, California, on Sunday, June 3, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on MTV. Head over to MovieAwards.MTV.com to vote for your favorite flicks now! The 21st annual MTV Movie Awards air live Sunday, June 3, at 9 p.m. ET.
May 16th, 2012
Emma Watson (who tweeted the news) will be on hand with Logan Lerman and Ezra Miller to present the sneak peek Sunday, June 3.By Kara Warner Emma Watson and Logan Lerman in "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" Photo: John Bramley/Summit Entertainment We're less than a month away from everyone's favorite cinematic-themed awards show — the 2012 MTV Movie Awards — and with only weeks away from our June 3 show date, you can expect special announcements to start flooding in with teases of this year's special guests, presenters and pre-show moments. Speaking of pre-show moments, we're pleased to announce that the star-studded cast of "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" will be on hand to help present the trailer for the highly anticipated film during our pre-show. The lovely Emma Watson helped break the news via her Twitter account on Wednesday (May 16). #PerksOfBeingAWallflower Trailer is going to show at the @MTVMovieAwards pre-show! @LoganLerman and Ezra and I will be there to present. : )— Emma Watson (@EmWatson) May 16, 2012 "#PerksOfBeingAWallflower Trailer is going to show at the @MTVMovieAwards pre-show!" Watson wrote. "@LoganLerman and Ezra and I will be there to present. : )" "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" is based on the popular Stephen Chbosky novel of the same name. The story revolves around introverted high school freshman Charlie (Logan Lerman) as he slowly comes out of his shell thanks to new friends, siblings Sam (Emma Watson) and Patrick (Ezra Miller). Watson will not only be attending the show as part of the "Perks" trailer presentation, but will also be representing "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2," for which the lovely actress is a double nominee in the Best Female Performance and Best Kiss categories. "Deathly Hallows, Part 2" has a chance to take home major Movie Awards gold given their six nominations but faces fierce competition from "The Hunger Games" and "Bridesmaids," which are the most-nominated movies this year. The MTV Movie Awards will air live from the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, California, on Sunday, June 3, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on MTV. Head over to MovieAwards.MTV.com to vote for your favorite flicks now! The 21st annual MTV Movie Awards air live Sunday, June 3, at 9 p.m. ET.
Jay-Z Infected By Rita Ora's Energy
May 16th, 2012
'When she walks into a room, her energy picks you up," Hov tells MTV News of his Roc Nation signee.By Rob Markman Jay-Z Photo: MTV News Jay-Z sure knows how to make dreams come true. Through the years, Hov has provided platforms for quite a few key artists like Kanye West and Rihanna — maybe you've heard of 'em. He has also lent a hand to a few less notables — Rell, anyone? — but when it comes to Roc Nation's new pop starlet Rita Ora, Hova has high hopes. "She's one of the people that, if you were in the position, you say, 'I'm gonna help her get her dream out and then we'll see what happens,' " Jay-Z told MTV News about the Kosovo-born, West London-bred singer when we caught up with him in Philadelphia on Monday. "I think her energy is infectious, because out the gate, two #1s in London and she'll just continue to grow from there." The later of the two #1s that Jigga references is her current single "R.I.P.," a track that was co-written by Drake and features Tinie Tempah. The fiery electro-love ode finds Ora staking her claim in a convoluted love triangle, making sensual offers that her boo simply can't refuse. "R.I.P. to the girl you used to see," she sings with a sexy wit. What's not to love about Rita? She perfectly balances over-the-top talent with a simple, around-the-way-girl charm. Her debut U.S. single "How We Do (Party)" is a nod to the Notorious B.I.G.'s 1991 underground track "Party and Bullsh--," doesn't get more around the way than that. (She told us last month she's a " huge Notorious B.I.G. fan.") You'll be hard-pressed to find a bigger B.I.G. fan than Jay, and it just so happens he's pretty fond of Rita as well. "She was the cool girl that worked in the sneaker store in the hood and everyone knew of her. She was just in there dreamin' and she just wanted it so bad," he said, describing Ora with awe. "You could just feel the excitement and the energy when she walks in the room, the room really changes. I know a lot of people say that and it gets to be cliché, but when she walks into a room, her energy picks you up." Are you into Rita Ora's energy? Let us know in the comments Related Artists Jay-Z Rita Ora
May 16th, 2012
'When she walks into a room, her energy picks you up," Hov tells MTV News of his Roc Nation signee.By Rob Markman Jay-Z Photo: MTV News Jay-Z sure knows how to make dreams come true. Through the years, Hov has provided platforms for quite a few key artists like Kanye West and Rihanna — maybe you've heard of 'em. He has also lent a hand to a few less notables — Rell, anyone? — but when it comes to Roc Nation's new pop starlet Rita Ora, Hova has high hopes. "She's one of the people that, if you were in the position, you say, 'I'm gonna help her get her dream out and then we'll see what happens,' " Jay-Z told MTV News about the Kosovo-born, West London-bred singer when we caught up with him in Philadelphia on Monday. "I think her energy is infectious, because out the gate, two #1s in London and she'll just continue to grow from there." The later of the two #1s that Jigga references is her current single "R.I.P.," a track that was co-written by Drake and features Tinie Tempah. The fiery electro-love ode finds Ora staking her claim in a convoluted love triangle, making sensual offers that her boo simply can't refuse. "R.I.P. to the girl you used to see," she sings with a sexy wit. What's not to love about Rita? She perfectly balances over-the-top talent with a simple, around-the-way-girl charm. Her debut U.S. single "How We Do (Party)" is a nod to the Notorious B.I.G.'s 1991 underground track "Party and Bullsh--," doesn't get more around the way than that. (She told us last month she's a " huge Notorious B.I.G. fan.") You'll be hard-pressed to find a bigger B.I.G. fan than Jay, and it just so happens he's pretty fond of Rita as well. "She was the cool girl that worked in the sneaker store in the hood and everyone knew of her. She was just in there dreamin' and she just wanted it so bad," he said, describing Ora with awe. "You could just feel the excitement and the energy when she walks in the room, the room really changes. I know a lot of people say that and it gets to be cliché, but when she walks into a room, her energy picks you up." Are you into Rita Ora's energy? Let us know in the comments Related Artists Jay-Z Rita Ora
Justin Bieber: 'I Can't Not Dance Battle Usher'
May 16th, 2012
Bieber's mentor and dance-off foe will debut his new track 'Twisted' on 'MTV First: Usher,' airing tonight at 7:54 p.m. on MTV.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Sway Calloway Justin Bieber Photo: Valery Hache/ AFP/ Getty Images Justin Bieber and his mentor, Usher, believe it or not, have engaged in a dance-off or two. While Bieber is certainly known for his ability to cut a rug, he noted that his pal has the smoother of the dance moves. "Dance-offs? We had one the other night. He did this little show in New York," Bieber explained to MTV News earlier this month about facing off against Usher during his stint in the off-Broadway "Fuerza Bruta" in April. "Mid-show, he comes in the middle of the dance floor and does a dance battle with me. And I'm like 'I'm too tired for this.' He pulls out moves and I can't not dance battle Usher. "So I go in there, do my whole thing," he recalled. "I'm pretty sure I lost, but it's all good." When they aren't battling it out on the dance floor, it seems Usher is offering up some sage advice to the 18-year-old singer. "He's just given me the advice of 'Always keep the people that were there in the beginning, keep them with you because those are the people that really care. They want to see you succeed,' " he said. "I think that's probably pretty much the main thing he's always told me." Usher has even more to share about working with his superstar mentee. He will open up during "MTV First: Usher," set to take place tonight at 7:54 p.m. ET on MTV. He will introduce exclusive footage from "Fuerza Bruta" and his new single, the Pharrell-produced "Twisted," and will stick around for an interview with MTV News' Sway Calloway to discuss it all, including his new June release, Looking 4 Myself, on MTV.com afterward. Fans can submit questions via MTV.com or Twitter @MTVNews with the hashtag #MTVFirst or #AskUsher. Don't miss "MTV First: Usher" tonight at 7:54 p.m. ET on MTV, followed by an interview with the singer on MTV.com! Related Videos Get Ready For 'MTV First: Usher'! MTV First: Justin Bieber Related Artists Usher Justin Bieber
May 16th, 2012
Bieber's mentor and dance-off foe will debut his new track 'Twisted' on 'MTV First: Usher,' airing tonight at 7:54 p.m. on MTV.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Sway Calloway Justin Bieber Photo: Valery Hache/ AFP/ Getty Images Justin Bieber and his mentor, Usher, believe it or not, have engaged in a dance-off or two. While Bieber is certainly known for his ability to cut a rug, he noted that his pal has the smoother of the dance moves. "Dance-offs? We had one the other night. He did this little show in New York," Bieber explained to MTV News earlier this month about facing off against Usher during his stint in the off-Broadway "Fuerza Bruta" in April. "Mid-show, he comes in the middle of the dance floor and does a dance battle with me. And I'm like 'I'm too tired for this.' He pulls out moves and I can't not dance battle Usher. "So I go in there, do my whole thing," he recalled. "I'm pretty sure I lost, but it's all good." When they aren't battling it out on the dance floor, it seems Usher is offering up some sage advice to the 18-year-old singer. "He's just given me the advice of 'Always keep the people that were there in the beginning, keep them with you because those are the people that really care. They want to see you succeed,' " he said. "I think that's probably pretty much the main thing he's always told me." Usher has even more to share about working with his superstar mentee. He will open up during "MTV First: Usher," set to take place tonight at 7:54 p.m. ET on MTV. He will introduce exclusive footage from "Fuerza Bruta" and his new single, the Pharrell-produced "Twisted," and will stick around for an interview with MTV News' Sway Calloway to discuss it all, including his new June release, Looking 4 Myself, on MTV.com afterward. Fans can submit questions via MTV.com or Twitter @MTVNews with the hashtag #MTVFirst or #AskUsher. Don't miss "MTV First: Usher" tonight at 7:54 p.m. ET on MTV, followed by an interview with the singer on MTV.com! Related Videos Get Ready For 'MTV First: Usher'! MTV First: Justin Bieber Related Artists Usher Justin Bieber
'American Idol' Producer 'Thrilled' By Final Three
May 16th, 2012
'I can't even begin to think who the final is going to be between,' Nigel Lythgoe tells MTV News.By Jocelyn Vena Nigel Lythgoe Photo: MTV News And then there were three. The final trio of contestants will face off this week on "American Idol," and if you think you know who might win, "Idol" producer Nigel Lythgoe points out that there's really no way to predict the winner. With it all down to Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez and judge-favorite Joshua Ledet, the chances of predicting who will be the season 11 champion is nearly impossible, especially given the show's history. "I guess I was shocked at Colton [Dixon] going so early. I thought he might even make the final. We've had very talented singers all this season. I'm thrilled with the three people who are left," he told MTV News at an event announcing Fox's fall lineup on Monday. "I can't even begin to think who the final is going to be between. "And then whichever combination you look: If Joshua is sent home, where does Joshua's votes go to, Jessica or to Phillip? Where does Jessica's votes go, if she's sent home? Where do Phillip's votes [go]?" he continued about any final combinations ahead of the May 23 finale. "So... I still don't know with the combination of just moving it around who is going to win." That being said, Lythgoe must have some gut feeling about who will join the ranks of Jordin Sparks, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Kris Allen as the "Idol" victor this time around? "I don't have to use my gut," he said. "I know the results every week and nobody has won two weeks on the run. It's so dependent, I think, on song choice now and how they do. The judges can critique, America makes its own decision at the end of the day." Do you think you can predict the next American Idol? Leave your comment below! Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
May 16th, 2012
'I can't even begin to think who the final is going to be between,' Nigel Lythgoe tells MTV News.By Jocelyn Vena Nigel Lythgoe Photo: MTV News And then there were three. The final trio of contestants will face off this week on "American Idol," and if you think you know who might win, "Idol" producer Nigel Lythgoe points out that there's really no way to predict the winner. With it all down to Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez and judge-favorite Joshua Ledet, the chances of predicting who will be the season 11 champion is nearly impossible, especially given the show's history. "I guess I was shocked at Colton [Dixon] going so early. I thought he might even make the final. We've had very talented singers all this season. I'm thrilled with the three people who are left," he told MTV News at an event announcing Fox's fall lineup on Monday. "I can't even begin to think who the final is going to be between. "And then whichever combination you look: If Joshua is sent home, where does Joshua's votes go to, Jessica or to Phillip? Where does Jessica's votes go, if she's sent home? Where do Phillip's votes [go]?" he continued about any final combinations ahead of the May 23 finale. "So... I still don't know with the combination of just moving it around who is going to win." That being said, Lythgoe must have some gut feeling about who will join the ranks of Jordin Sparks, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Kris Allen as the "Idol" victor this time around? "I don't have to use my gut," he said. "I know the results every week and nobody has won two weeks on the run. It's so dependent, I think, on song choice now and how they do. The judges can critique, America makes its own decision at the end of the day." Do you think you can predict the next American Idol? Leave your comment below! Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
Kristen Stewart Wants 'Freaky' Co-Stars For 'Cali'
May 16th, 2012
KStew wants to 'get together really weird, freaky actor people' for the Nick Cassavetes-directed film, her first producer credit.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Josh Horowitz Kristen Stewart Photo: MTV News Kristen Stewart might be the light in the darkness of "Snow White and the Huntsman," but in her next film, "Cali," Stewart is fully embracing the unsavory. The Nick Cassavetes-directed flick is expected to shoot this summer and, from the looks of it, it exists in a world that couldn't be farther from the fairytale world of "Snow White." "Hopefully after all of this we can go and we can do it in the summer, like lock ourselves away for a few weeks in the Valley [in L.A.] in a little production office and get together really weird, freaky actor people," she told MTV News. "It's filled with like the coolest characters." The film centers on Mya (Stewart) and Chris, a couple from San Fernando Valley who sell a fake snuff film and disappear with the money. But Mya, who's thought to be dead, must head back to Cali years later to save the younger sister she left behind. When she and Chris return, they're faced with an array of characters, including "angry former business partners, homicidal porn stars, stoner vet techs [and] an unstoppable killing machine in a cowboy hat." Michael Diliberti ("30 Minutes or Less") wrote the script. "I'm from the Valley. It's been a while since we captured that world and it's super extreme, everything about it. I think it's like, it's extremely violent, it's extremely funny, extremely emotional," she explained about the film, which will be Stewart's first producer credit. "But all very kind of, not hard to watch, but real." Until she gets real in "Cali," KStew will close the "Twilight" chapter of her career when "Breaking Dawn - Part 2" opens this November. She's expected to hit up the Cannes Film Festival to premiere "On the Road," in which she'll showing another real side of herself when she appears nude. "I wasn't scared, honestly," Stewart told MTV News of the sex scenes, including a ménage à trois with co-stars Garrett Hedlund and Sam Riley. "It's kind of insane to watch now. I'm like, 'Who is that?' But I think — as every actress says when they do this is — it just felt so right," she said. "It was so within a different world and so within a different environment that I don't even really feel — I mean, I am personally connected to it, of course — but it is something outside of myself." Which Kristen Stewart movie are you looking forward to most? Leave your comment below! Check out everything we've got on "On the Road" and "Breaking Dawn - Part 2." For young Hollywood news, fashion and "Twilight" updates around the clock, visit HollywoodCrush.MTV.com. Related Videos MTV Rough Cut: 'Snow White And The Huntsman' Related Photos Snow White And The Huntsman
May 16th, 2012
KStew wants to 'get together really weird, freaky actor people' for the Nick Cassavetes-directed film, her first producer credit.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Josh Horowitz Kristen Stewart Photo: MTV News Kristen Stewart might be the light in the darkness of "Snow White and the Huntsman," but in her next film, "Cali," Stewart is fully embracing the unsavory. The Nick Cassavetes-directed flick is expected to shoot this summer and, from the looks of it, it exists in a world that couldn't be farther from the fairytale world of "Snow White." "Hopefully after all of this we can go and we can do it in the summer, like lock ourselves away for a few weeks in the Valley [in L.A.] in a little production office and get together really weird, freaky actor people," she told MTV News. "It's filled with like the coolest characters." The film centers on Mya (Stewart) and Chris, a couple from San Fernando Valley who sell a fake snuff film and disappear with the money. But Mya, who's thought to be dead, must head back to Cali years later to save the younger sister she left behind. When she and Chris return, they're faced with an array of characters, including "angry former business partners, homicidal porn stars, stoner vet techs [and] an unstoppable killing machine in a cowboy hat." Michael Diliberti ("30 Minutes or Less") wrote the script. "I'm from the Valley. It's been a while since we captured that world and it's super extreme, everything about it. I think it's like, it's extremely violent, it's extremely funny, extremely emotional," she explained about the film, which will be Stewart's first producer credit. "But all very kind of, not hard to watch, but real." Until she gets real in "Cali," KStew will close the "Twilight" chapter of her career when "Breaking Dawn - Part 2" opens this November. She's expected to hit up the Cannes Film Festival to premiere "On the Road," in which she'll showing another real side of herself when she appears nude. "I wasn't scared, honestly," Stewart told MTV News of the sex scenes, including a ménage à trois with co-stars Garrett Hedlund and Sam Riley. "It's kind of insane to watch now. I'm like, 'Who is that?' But I think — as every actress says when they do this is — it just felt so right," she said. "It was so within a different world and so within a different environment that I don't even really feel — I mean, I am personally connected to it, of course — but it is something outside of myself." Which Kristen Stewart movie are you looking forward to most? Leave your comment below! Check out everything we've got on "On the Road" and "Breaking Dawn - Part 2." For young Hollywood news, fashion and "Twilight" updates around the clock, visit HollywoodCrush.MTV.com. Related Videos MTV Rough Cut: 'Snow White And The Huntsman' Related Photos Snow White And The Huntsman
'Idol' Finalist Jessica Sanchez Gets Props From Philippine President
May 16th, 2012
'American Idol' hopefuls Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips have gotten A-List support from Mariah Carey, Rihanna and Julianne Hough.By Gil Kaufman Jessica Sanchez on "American Idol" Photo: FOX U.S. presidents have typically stayed out of the "who is going to win 'American Idol'" fray in the past in order to avoid upsetting any voting blocs. But that doesn't mean that foreign dignitaries can't offer up their two cents. That might explain why on the eve of the penultimate performance night on "Idol," the Associated Press reported that Philippine president Benigno Aquino III has wholeheartedly endorsed his choice for next week's finale: Jessica Sanchez. "Hopefully, she really reaches the top," Aquino said of the 16-year-old top three finalists from Chula Vista, California, who is of Filipino and Latin heritage. The President isn't the only one who has co-signed the pixie-size diva. She's gotten shout-outs and love from everyone from "Idol" mentor Jimmy Iovine and his music industry pal Tommy Mottola to former "Idol" champ Kris Allen. Onetime contestants Jennifer Hudson and Haley Reinhart, as well as singers Billy Joel, Beyoncé, India.Arie and Colbie Caillat have all sung Sanchez's praises. In an interview, Allen said, "I said that Jessica Sanchez was my favorite, and I hate saying that to be honest with you because I remember being on the show and other people being fans of other people on the show that were not me. But I think that she is my favorite to win the show. ... I think it's time for a girl to win, to be honest with you." While a girl has indeed not won since season six, Sanchez isn't the only one getting props from famous admirers. Leading contender Phillip Phillips has been feeling the love on his Twitter account, where he's gotten shout-outs from past "Idol" contestants including Casey Abrams, Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo and James Durbin, who said Phil reminds him of (shocker) Dave Matthews. Also offering praise over the months: rocker Jonny Lang, new Twitter bestie and Dave Matthews bassist Stefan Lessard, fake crush Julianne Hough and the folks at his favorite hometown restaurant, El Coyote Café. The other male left in the competition, soul sensation Joshua Ledet, is no slouch, either. In fact, over the past four months he's turned into the celeb-crush object of the moment, chatting up former "Idol" finalists Pia Toscano, Alaina and Melinda Doolittle, as well as "X Factor" finalist Stacy Francis. "Idol" champ Allen had high praise writing, "I think @JLedetAI11 is the best singer that's ever been on the show." Hudson sent a note to Ledet in February that he later said brought tears to his eyes, writing, "Joshua Ledet did an amazing performance of 'You Pulled Me Through' on @AmericanIdol last night. Gave me goosebumps!" Show executive producer Nigel Lythgoe sent along a note from the legendary Percy Sledge that said how much he enjoyed Ledet's version of "When a Man Loves a Woman." Oh, and did we mention that Mariah Carey tweeted him? "Joshua, thank you for your kind words and your beautiful performance," she wrote on March 29 after he sang her version of "Without You." "I'm honored you chose to sing my version of the song. God bless." And Rihanna too? "Joshua Ledet!!!!!!! I'm your #1 fan," she gushed. Not to mention Mary J. Blige herself, who wrote on May 10, "I just voted for @JLedetAI11 on #Idol. He slayed his performances." Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions.
May 16th, 2012
'American Idol' hopefuls Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips have gotten A-List support from Mariah Carey, Rihanna and Julianne Hough.By Gil Kaufman Jessica Sanchez on "American Idol" Photo: FOX U.S. presidents have typically stayed out of the "who is going to win 'American Idol'" fray in the past in order to avoid upsetting any voting blocs. But that doesn't mean that foreign dignitaries can't offer up their two cents. That might explain why on the eve of the penultimate performance night on "Idol," the Associated Press reported that Philippine president Benigno Aquino III has wholeheartedly endorsed his choice for next week's finale: Jessica Sanchez. "Hopefully, she really reaches the top," Aquino said of the 16-year-old top three finalists from Chula Vista, California, who is of Filipino and Latin heritage. The President isn't the only one who has co-signed the pixie-size diva. She's gotten shout-outs and love from everyone from "Idol" mentor Jimmy Iovine and his music industry pal Tommy Mottola to former "Idol" champ Kris Allen. Onetime contestants Jennifer Hudson and Haley Reinhart, as well as singers Billy Joel, Beyoncé, India.Arie and Colbie Caillat have all sung Sanchez's praises. In an interview, Allen said, "I said that Jessica Sanchez was my favorite, and I hate saying that to be honest with you because I remember being on the show and other people being fans of other people on the show that were not me. But I think that she is my favorite to win the show. ... I think it's time for a girl to win, to be honest with you." While a girl has indeed not won since season six, Sanchez isn't the only one getting props from famous admirers. Leading contender Phillip Phillips has been feeling the love on his Twitter account, where he's gotten shout-outs from past "Idol" contestants including Casey Abrams, Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo and James Durbin, who said Phil reminds him of (shocker) Dave Matthews. Also offering praise over the months: rocker Jonny Lang, new Twitter bestie and Dave Matthews bassist Stefan Lessard, fake crush Julianne Hough and the folks at his favorite hometown restaurant, El Coyote Café. The other male left in the competition, soul sensation Joshua Ledet, is no slouch, either. In fact, over the past four months he's turned into the celeb-crush object of the moment, chatting up former "Idol" finalists Pia Toscano, Alaina and Melinda Doolittle, as well as "X Factor" finalist Stacy Francis. "Idol" champ Allen had high praise writing, "I think @JLedetAI11 is the best singer that's ever been on the show." Hudson sent a note to Ledet in February that he later said brought tears to his eyes, writing, "Joshua Ledet did an amazing performance of 'You Pulled Me Through' on @AmericanIdol last night. Gave me goosebumps!" Show executive producer Nigel Lythgoe sent along a note from the legendary Percy Sledge that said how much he enjoyed Ledet's version of "When a Man Loves a Woman." Oh, and did we mention that Mariah Carey tweeted him? "Joshua, thank you for your kind words and your beautiful performance," she wrote on March 29 after he sang her version of "Without You." "I'm honored you chose to sing my version of the song. God bless." And Rihanna too? "Joshua Ledet!!!!!!! I'm your #1 fan," she gushed. Not to mention Mary J. Blige herself, who wrote on May 10, "I just voted for @JLedetAI11 on #Idol. He slayed his performances." Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions.
'Fifty Shades Of Grey': Kim Kardashian Sneaks A Peek
May 16th, 2012
'My grandmother MJ read the first one and said she couldn't put it down," Khloe Kardashian tells MTV News.By Kara Warner Kim Kardashian & Khloe Kardashian Photo: MTV News With book-to-film adaptations being all the rage these days, people just can't seem to stop talking about the latest hot-button page-turner and best-seller "Fifty Shades of Grey." And with the big-screen version of the saucy, S&M-heavy tale on the way, we're doing our best here at MTV News to keep abreast of the latest developments in casting, along with attempts to round up a list of celebrity fans. When we caught up with in-the-know reality TV superstars Kim and Khloe Kardashian recently, ahead of the premiere of the new season of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians," we asked the sisters for their thoughts on the book and its rise to popularity within the pop-culture zeitgeist. Both ladies apparently have a lot of reading to do. "[I haven't read it] but everyone talks about it," Khloe said. "My grandmother MJ read the first one and said she couldn't put it down. Now she's on the second one. My grandmother!" Khloe added. "Sexy!" Kim also has yet to read the entire story, but admitted to letting her curiosity get the best of her during a recent plane ride that involved reading over a stranger's shoulder. "There was someone reading it on their Kindle on the plane [in the seat] in front of me and they were a little older so the font was huge," Kim recalled. "I was bored so I was like leaning forward and reading a full chapter." "I heard it's a great book," Khloe chimed in. "It's racy," Kim said. "Grandmothers gotta live too," Khloe said with a smile.
May 16th, 2012
'My grandmother MJ read the first one and said she couldn't put it down," Khloe Kardashian tells MTV News.By Kara Warner Kim Kardashian & Khloe Kardashian Photo: MTV News With book-to-film adaptations being all the rage these days, people just can't seem to stop talking about the latest hot-button page-turner and best-seller "Fifty Shades of Grey." And with the big-screen version of the saucy, S&M-heavy tale on the way, we're doing our best here at MTV News to keep abreast of the latest developments in casting, along with attempts to round up a list of celebrity fans. When we caught up with in-the-know reality TV superstars Kim and Khloe Kardashian recently, ahead of the premiere of the new season of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians," we asked the sisters for their thoughts on the book and its rise to popularity within the pop-culture zeitgeist. Both ladies apparently have a lot of reading to do. "[I haven't read it] but everyone talks about it," Khloe said. "My grandmother MJ read the first one and said she couldn't put it down. Now she's on the second one. My grandmother!" Khloe added. "Sexy!" Kim also has yet to read the entire story, but admitted to letting her curiosity get the best of her during a recent plane ride that involved reading over a stranger's shoulder. "There was someone reading it on their Kindle on the plane [in the seat] in front of me and they were a little older so the font was huge," Kim recalled. "I was bored so I was like leaning forward and reading a full chapter." "I heard it's a great book," Khloe chimed in. "It's racy," Kim said. "Grandmothers gotta live too," Khloe said with a smile.
Jennifer Lopez Tops Forbes Celebrity 100
May 16th, 2012
Oprah and Justin Bieber follow, with Lady Gaga falling from #1 to #5 and Katy Perry and Rihanna making top 10 debuts.By John Mitchell Jennifer Lopez Photo: Mike Coppola/ Getty Images There's no doubt Jennifer Lopez has experienced one of the most meteoric comebacks in recent memory, and it seems Forbes is taking note, granting the multi-hyphenate mogul the top spot on its annual Celebrity 100. Lopez unseats Lady Gaga, who took top honors last year but falls to #5 in this year's ranking; her visibility and earnings were lower in the last 12 months because she wasn't touring, having wrapped her Monster Ball in May of last year and only recently launching her latest road show, the Born This Way Ball. Rihanna and Kim Kardashian debut on the list in grand fashion, coming in at 4 and 7, respectively. The two benefited from the inclusion of a "Social Rank" among the factors, which include money earned, TV/radio presence and level of press attention, used to formulate the listing, which aims to reflect the level of influence a celebrity has in the entertainment industry. With her millions of followers on Twitter and Facebook, Rihanna came in second in the Social Rank category. Explaining Lopez's position on the list, Forbes writes, "['American Idol'] gave her a platform to promote her music and turn her image around. It didn't hurt that she also split from her husband, Marc Anthony. Suddenly a single mother, Lopez lapped up the media attention and scored lucrative endorsement deals with companies like L'Oreal and Gillette. She now has a line of clothing at Kohl's, a top-selling fragrance and she was able to secure a nice bump — to $20 million — on her' Idol' salary for a second season. With 6.6 million followers on Twitter and 12 million fans on Facebook, she's also proved a master of social media." Oprah Winfrey held on to the #2 spot on the list and was its top earner ($165 million) despite a tough year that saw her syndicated talk show come to a planned end after 25 years and her OWN cable network struggle in the ratings. Justin Bieber also held onto the #3 position he debuted in last year. The "Boyfriend" pop star earned an impressive $55 million in the last 12 months and garnered top 10 rankings elsewhere across the board, coming in at #3 in the Social Rank and #4 in the TV/Radio Rank. Her long list of chart-topping singles and the press attention around her divorce from Russell Brand, in addition to her strong Twitter presence and largely sold-out California Dreams world tour, were enough to push Katy Perry into the top 10 after debuting on the countdown last year at #12. She leaps six spots in this year's ranking, placing at #6 with a not-too-shabby $45 million earned. Looking at the list and the various artists' rankings in the five categories used to determine their placement, there's a sense that the actual positions are more arbitrary than usual. For example, Lopez is #1 despite not ranking inside the top 10 in any of the categories (and is as low as #30 in money, #22 in press rank and #19 in social), while both Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber earned top 10 placement in all of them except the Money Rank, the top tier of which is dominated by multimedia moguls like Winfrey, Steven Spielberg (#10 overall), Simon Cowell (#18), Dr. Dre (#26), Howard Stern (#30) and Michael Bay (#35). And then there's Adele, who despite having the top-selling album in six years, three #1 singles (including the year's most ubiquitous song, "Rolling in the Deep"), six Grammy wins and mountains of positive press, ranks at only #24, behind Glenn Beck (#23) and Jennifer Aniston (#22) and one spot ahead of Bon Jovi. Other notable entries on the Forbes Celebrity 100 include Taylor Swift at #11, Beyoncé at #16, Jay-Z at #38, Kristen Stewart at #43 and Kanye West at #45. Further down the power rankings are Lil Wayne (#69), Skrillex (#92) and Zooey Deschanel (#96). What do you think of this year's Forbes Celebrity 100? Let us know in the comments below. Related Videos MTV News Extended Play: Jennifer Lopez Related Artists Jennifer Lopez
May 16th, 2012
Oprah and Justin Bieber follow, with Lady Gaga falling from #1 to #5 and Katy Perry and Rihanna making top 10 debuts.By John Mitchell Jennifer Lopez Photo: Mike Coppola/ Getty Images There's no doubt Jennifer Lopez has experienced one of the most meteoric comebacks in recent memory, and it seems Forbes is taking note, granting the multi-hyphenate mogul the top spot on its annual Celebrity 100. Lopez unseats Lady Gaga, who took top honors last year but falls to #5 in this year's ranking; her visibility and earnings were lower in the last 12 months because she wasn't touring, having wrapped her Monster Ball in May of last year and only recently launching her latest road show, the Born This Way Ball. Rihanna and Kim Kardashian debut on the list in grand fashion, coming in at 4 and 7, respectively. The two benefited from the inclusion of a "Social Rank" among the factors, which include money earned, TV/radio presence and level of press attention, used to formulate the listing, which aims to reflect the level of influence a celebrity has in the entertainment industry. With her millions of followers on Twitter and Facebook, Rihanna came in second in the Social Rank category. Explaining Lopez's position on the list, Forbes writes, "['American Idol'] gave her a platform to promote her music and turn her image around. It didn't hurt that she also split from her husband, Marc Anthony. Suddenly a single mother, Lopez lapped up the media attention and scored lucrative endorsement deals with companies like L'Oreal and Gillette. She now has a line of clothing at Kohl's, a top-selling fragrance and she was able to secure a nice bump — to $20 million — on her' Idol' salary for a second season. With 6.6 million followers on Twitter and 12 million fans on Facebook, she's also proved a master of social media." Oprah Winfrey held on to the #2 spot on the list and was its top earner ($165 million) despite a tough year that saw her syndicated talk show come to a planned end after 25 years and her OWN cable network struggle in the ratings. Justin Bieber also held onto the #3 position he debuted in last year. The "Boyfriend" pop star earned an impressive $55 million in the last 12 months and garnered top 10 rankings elsewhere across the board, coming in at #3 in the Social Rank and #4 in the TV/Radio Rank. Her long list of chart-topping singles and the press attention around her divorce from Russell Brand, in addition to her strong Twitter presence and largely sold-out California Dreams world tour, were enough to push Katy Perry into the top 10 after debuting on the countdown last year at #12. She leaps six spots in this year's ranking, placing at #6 with a not-too-shabby $45 million earned. Looking at the list and the various artists' rankings in the five categories used to determine their placement, there's a sense that the actual positions are more arbitrary than usual. For example, Lopez is #1 despite not ranking inside the top 10 in any of the categories (and is as low as #30 in money, #22 in press rank and #19 in social), while both Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber earned top 10 placement in all of them except the Money Rank, the top tier of which is dominated by multimedia moguls like Winfrey, Steven Spielberg (#10 overall), Simon Cowell (#18), Dr. Dre (#26), Howard Stern (#30) and Michael Bay (#35). And then there's Adele, who despite having the top-selling album in six years, three #1 singles (including the year's most ubiquitous song, "Rolling in the Deep"), six Grammy wins and mountains of positive press, ranks at only #24, behind Glenn Beck (#23) and Jennifer Aniston (#22) and one spot ahead of Bon Jovi. Other notable entries on the Forbes Celebrity 100 include Taylor Swift at #11, Beyoncé at #16, Jay-Z at #38, Kristen Stewart at #43 and Kanye West at #45. Further down the power rankings are Lil Wayne (#69), Skrillex (#92) and Zooey Deschanel (#96). What do you think of this year's Forbes Celebrity 100? Let us know in the comments below. Related Videos MTV News Extended Play: Jennifer Lopez Related Artists Jennifer Lopez
Diggy Simmons Breaks Down Key Scenes In 'Two Up' Video
May 16th, 2012
'I like how it came out overall for real. It's just a good feeling,' Diggy tells MTV News of his new video.By Rob Markman Diggy Simmons Photo: MTV News Diggy's "Two Up" party isn't over. On Friday, Young Mr. Simmons celebrated the premiere of his "Two Up" video with MTV's RapFix blog, and the teenage MC was so excited that he sat with MTV News and broke down each scene in the Clifton Bell-directed clip. The vid begins with Diggy standing alone, playing air piano in time with the track's opening keys. The action may seem insignificant, but it's actually a key component to the song. "That was what really drew me to the track when I first heard the beat," he said. "It was just those piano keys that I love." As the beat begins to take shape, so does the video, and a bouncer begins to let Diggy's specially invited guests into the party. Of course the crowd is compromised mostly of females. "There were so many girls at the shoot that we were like, 'We have to get some dudes in the mix,' " Diggy said, laughing at the non-dilemma. "They were like New York, young kids, you know how they get," the MC said of the video's extras. "It was good energy and we didn't even have to tell them to get hyped at no point in the video. I was feeding off of their energy when I was in front of them during those shots. It was just easy." It wasn't just the crowd that excited Diggy: The fashion-forward MC was also hyped at his on-camera wardrobe, though some of his favorite items didn't even make the cut. In one scene Simmons sports a turquoise jacket with two mini-Jesus pieces around his neck. On his feet he wears a special pair of black and gold Air Jordan #6s that were released back in 2006 and now go for as much as $850 online. "I'm kinda mad that you didn't get that in the shot," Diggy said of his coveted footwear. Another key scene, in which a silhouetted Diggs dances across the screen, was actually inspired by another rap great. For the "Two Up" video, Simmons borrowed from Kanye West's 2007 clip for "Homecoming." "That whole silhouette idea is something that we drew inspiration from but made it a little different with the color, because that video is black and white," he explained. "I like how it came out overall for real. It's just a good feeling." What do you think of Diggy's "Two Up" video? Tell us in the comments! Related Videos Diggy Simmons Breaks Down His Video For 'Two Up,' Frame By Frame Related Artists Diggy Simmons
May 16th, 2012
'I like how it came out overall for real. It's just a good feeling,' Diggy tells MTV News of his new video.By Rob Markman Diggy Simmons Photo: MTV News Diggy's "Two Up" party isn't over. On Friday, Young Mr. Simmons celebrated the premiere of his "Two Up" video with MTV's RapFix blog, and the teenage MC was so excited that he sat with MTV News and broke down each scene in the Clifton Bell-directed clip. The vid begins with Diggy standing alone, playing air piano in time with the track's opening keys. The action may seem insignificant, but it's actually a key component to the song. "That was what really drew me to the track when I first heard the beat," he said. "It was just those piano keys that I love." As the beat begins to take shape, so does the video, and a bouncer begins to let Diggy's specially invited guests into the party. Of course the crowd is compromised mostly of females. "There were so many girls at the shoot that we were like, 'We have to get some dudes in the mix,' " Diggy said, laughing at the non-dilemma. "They were like New York, young kids, you know how they get," the MC said of the video's extras. "It was good energy and we didn't even have to tell them to get hyped at no point in the video. I was feeding off of their energy when I was in front of them during those shots. It was just easy." It wasn't just the crowd that excited Diggy: The fashion-forward MC was also hyped at his on-camera wardrobe, though some of his favorite items didn't even make the cut. In one scene Simmons sports a turquoise jacket with two mini-Jesus pieces around his neck. On his feet he wears a special pair of black and gold Air Jordan #6s that were released back in 2006 and now go for as much as $850 online. "I'm kinda mad that you didn't get that in the shot," Diggy said of his coveted footwear. Another key scene, in which a silhouetted Diggs dances across the screen, was actually inspired by another rap great. For the "Two Up" video, Simmons borrowed from Kanye West's 2007 clip for "Homecoming." "That whole silhouette idea is something that we drew inspiration from but made it a little different with the color, because that video is black and white," he explained. "I like how it came out overall for real. It's just a good feeling." What do you think of Diggy's "Two Up" video? Tell us in the comments! Related Videos Diggy Simmons Breaks Down His Video For 'Two Up,' Frame By Frame Related Artists Diggy Simmons
'American Idol' Race To Finale: What Should They Sing?
May 16th, 2012
MTV News 'Idol' experts share their choices for Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet and Phillips Phillips.By Gil Kaufman and James Montgomery Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips on "American Idol" Photo: FOX The "American Idol" season 11 top three have a lot to prove as we head into Wednesday night's (May 16) second-to-last lap. Likely winner Phillip Phillips has skated through virtually unscathed by pretty much doing a season-long homage to Dave Matthews, while Joshua Ledet has thrilled us with his gritty soul shouting but failed to show much personality along the way (unless you count that one week he wore a flower in his lapel). And Jessica Sanchez? Well, the 16-year-old definitely has powerful pipes and is a diva in the waiting, but she's still not quite ready for prime time. All three will be tested this week when they have to sing three songs: a judges' choice, a tune picked by mentor Jimmy Iovine and, finally, one of their own choosing. Though the track record of MTV News' resident "Idol" experts has been a bit spotty to date (OK, James, we get it, you have gotten it right four more times than Gil), that hasn't stopped Gil Kaufman and James Montgomery from posting their last set of secret-ballot picks before next week's finale. Phillip Phillips He threw us for a curve last week when he went for Damien Rice's "Volcano," and he's already done a DMB cover, so chances are, Phil will steer clear of anything too obvious. I suspect the judges will pick something firmly in his wheelhouse, though, maybe Counting Crows' "Mr. Jones." Iovine has a deep understanding of music and knows that the girls want their hearts melted, so he might opt for something in the classic-rock mode like the Allman Brothers' "Melissa." After the Rice-bomb last week, it's anyone's guess what P-Phunk will choose, so, what the hell, let's go with David Gray's appropriately vanilla 2000 breakthrough smash "Babylon." — Kaufman It's nice of him to take time off from his "Idol" crown fittings (Scotty McCreery was a 7 and three-eighths, BTW) to grace us with his presence this week. I suspect he'll reward us with more of the same anyway. The judges should just have him do a medley of the past four champs' singles — including Lee DeWyze's latest, "Can I Borrow, Like, Five Dollars?" — just to let America realize what they've done, but, of course, they won't. Instead, I'll say they stick him with one of Steven Tyler's songs; maybe they have him do "I Don't Want To Miss a Thing"? As for Iovine's pick, I'm thinking he gives him Santana and Rob Thomas' "Smooth," because Jimmy's mad old, or maybe John Mayer's "Your Body Is a Wonderland," since it will make his female fanbase spontaneously combust. And as for his personal pick? Dude, he's already gone deep-cut twice (with DMB and Rice), so who's to say he doesn't just cover Phish's "Icarus" and call it a day. Regardless, the judges will praise his "uniqueness." — Montgomery Jessica Sanchez It's gonna be an uphill battle for JSanch to shimmy her way into the finale. Aside from the curse of near-elimination and the fact that a girl hasn't won since season six, she's been somewhat erratic lately and her go-to big ballads have landed as often as her uptempos have flopped. The judges want to see her shine, so they will surely gift her with a big, fat ballad along the lines of Anita Baker's "Sweet Love." Jimmy knows she needs to show she can be a contemporary star, which is why he'll opt for Rihanna's "California King Bed." As for what BeBe will pick for herself, well, she's proven a tough one to nail down. She's already hit on Whitney, Jennifer Hudson, Beyoncé, Kelly Clarkson and Alicia Keys but has been light on songs by Pink, so I'm gonna suggest "Don't Let Me Get Me" or "Glitter in the Air," which will allow her to show her rough and smooth sides. Bottom line: She needs three grand slams to make it to next week. — Kaufman Six weeks ago, I would have penned an impassioned plea for her to win the season 11 crown. Now? Eh. She's never really recovered from her (near) elimination, and in her struggles, one glaring weakness keeps rearing its ugly head: Sure, she can sing, but she can't connect to a song to save her life. Simply put, she's not ready. In fact, she's yet to graduate beyond talent-show-standout status. And everyone knows this, which is why I see the judges sticking her with Adele's "Someone Like You" (since it's like the de facto emotional song of our times, and if you can't connect to it then you're almost assuredly a replicant) and Iovine stuffing something from the Interscope stable down her throat (maybe Fergie's "Big Girls Don't Cry" or a Gaga tune). For her own pick? Well, she already did "Dance With My Father," so maybe she stays in the same vein and does Harry Chapin's "Cat's in the Cradle." Or maybe she'll just do Beyoncé again. — Montgomery Joshua Ledet He may not inspire backflips or have the stagecraft of an Usher or Chris Brown, but Ledet has just the kind of big, showy voice "Idol" viewers love (to vote for just enough to secure second place). The judges can't get enough of his old-school soul thing, so they'll go retro with Al Green's "Take Me to the River." Jimmy knows Josh has the chops but not the sound radio is looking for, so he has to convince us there's a record in there somewhere, which means he'll dip into the Usher vault for something smooth like "Confessions Part II" or "Papers." Josh has made some odd choices in the past (Josh Groban?) but has shown a proclivity for songs by divas (both male and female), and he hasn't tried a single tune by Otis Redding yet. Is that possible? In that case, he's got plenty of options, including "I've Got Dreams to Remember," "These Arms of Mine" or "That's How Strong My Love Is." — Kaufman In a perfect world, he'd win "Idol." After all, he's not only the most-talented singer, but the best performer too. But we all know he's going up against a toothy white guy, so second place is about the best Joshua can hope for. The judges, being the myopic bunch they are, will keep him in the retro-soul box and give him something like Bruno Mars' "Grenade" (come to think of it, that would be pretty good). Iovine will be trying to keep him current, so why not Usher's "Climax"? And for his own pick, I have no idea, but if he wants to win, maybe he does fun.'s "We Are Young." After all, graduation is nearly here, and everyone's looking for an anthem. — Montgomery Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
May 16th, 2012
MTV News 'Idol' experts share their choices for Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet and Phillips Phillips.By Gil Kaufman and James Montgomery Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips on "American Idol" Photo: FOX The "American Idol" season 11 top three have a lot to prove as we head into Wednesday night's (May 16) second-to-last lap. Likely winner Phillip Phillips has skated through virtually unscathed by pretty much doing a season-long homage to Dave Matthews, while Joshua Ledet has thrilled us with his gritty soul shouting but failed to show much personality along the way (unless you count that one week he wore a flower in his lapel). And Jessica Sanchez? Well, the 16-year-old definitely has powerful pipes and is a diva in the waiting, but she's still not quite ready for prime time. All three will be tested this week when they have to sing three songs: a judges' choice, a tune picked by mentor Jimmy Iovine and, finally, one of their own choosing. Though the track record of MTV News' resident "Idol" experts has been a bit spotty to date (OK, James, we get it, you have gotten it right four more times than Gil), that hasn't stopped Gil Kaufman and James Montgomery from posting their last set of secret-ballot picks before next week's finale. Phillip Phillips He threw us for a curve last week when he went for Damien Rice's "Volcano," and he's already done a DMB cover, so chances are, Phil will steer clear of anything too obvious. I suspect the judges will pick something firmly in his wheelhouse, though, maybe Counting Crows' "Mr. Jones." Iovine has a deep understanding of music and knows that the girls want their hearts melted, so he might opt for something in the classic-rock mode like the Allman Brothers' "Melissa." After the Rice-bomb last week, it's anyone's guess what P-Phunk will choose, so, what the hell, let's go with David Gray's appropriately vanilla 2000 breakthrough smash "Babylon." — Kaufman It's nice of him to take time off from his "Idol" crown fittings (Scotty McCreery was a 7 and three-eighths, BTW) to grace us with his presence this week. I suspect he'll reward us with more of the same anyway. The judges should just have him do a medley of the past four champs' singles — including Lee DeWyze's latest, "Can I Borrow, Like, Five Dollars?" — just to let America realize what they've done, but, of course, they won't. Instead, I'll say they stick him with one of Steven Tyler's songs; maybe they have him do "I Don't Want To Miss a Thing"? As for Iovine's pick, I'm thinking he gives him Santana and Rob Thomas' "Smooth," because Jimmy's mad old, or maybe John Mayer's "Your Body Is a Wonderland," since it will make his female fanbase spontaneously combust. And as for his personal pick? Dude, he's already gone deep-cut twice (with DMB and Rice), so who's to say he doesn't just cover Phish's "Icarus" and call it a day. Regardless, the judges will praise his "uniqueness." — Montgomery Jessica Sanchez It's gonna be an uphill battle for JSanch to shimmy her way into the finale. Aside from the curse of near-elimination and the fact that a girl hasn't won since season six, she's been somewhat erratic lately and her go-to big ballads have landed as often as her uptempos have flopped. The judges want to see her shine, so they will surely gift her with a big, fat ballad along the lines of Anita Baker's "Sweet Love." Jimmy knows she needs to show she can be a contemporary star, which is why he'll opt for Rihanna's "California King Bed." As for what BeBe will pick for herself, well, she's proven a tough one to nail down. She's already hit on Whitney, Jennifer Hudson, Beyoncé, Kelly Clarkson and Alicia Keys but has been light on songs by Pink, so I'm gonna suggest "Don't Let Me Get Me" or "Glitter in the Air," which will allow her to show her rough and smooth sides. Bottom line: She needs three grand slams to make it to next week. — Kaufman Six weeks ago, I would have penned an impassioned plea for her to win the season 11 crown. Now? Eh. She's never really recovered from her (near) elimination, and in her struggles, one glaring weakness keeps rearing its ugly head: Sure, she can sing, but she can't connect to a song to save her life. Simply put, she's not ready. In fact, she's yet to graduate beyond talent-show-standout status. And everyone knows this, which is why I see the judges sticking her with Adele's "Someone Like You" (since it's like the de facto emotional song of our times, and if you can't connect to it then you're almost assuredly a replicant) and Iovine stuffing something from the Interscope stable down her throat (maybe Fergie's "Big Girls Don't Cry" or a Gaga tune). For her own pick? Well, she already did "Dance With My Father," so maybe she stays in the same vein and does Harry Chapin's "Cat's in the Cradle." Or maybe she'll just do Beyoncé again. — Montgomery Joshua Ledet He may not inspire backflips or have the stagecraft of an Usher or Chris Brown, but Ledet has just the kind of big, showy voice "Idol" viewers love (to vote for just enough to secure second place). The judges can't get enough of his old-school soul thing, so they'll go retro with Al Green's "Take Me to the River." Jimmy knows Josh has the chops but not the sound radio is looking for, so he has to convince us there's a record in there somewhere, which means he'll dip into the Usher vault for something smooth like "Confessions Part II" or "Papers." Josh has made some odd choices in the past (Josh Groban?) but has shown a proclivity for songs by divas (both male and female), and he hasn't tried a single tune by Otis Redding yet. Is that possible? In that case, he's got plenty of options, including "I've Got Dreams to Remember," "These Arms of Mine" or "That's How Strong My Love Is." — Kaufman In a perfect world, he'd win "Idol." After all, he's not only the most-talented singer, but the best performer too. But we all know he's going up against a toothy white guy, so second place is about the best Joshua can hope for. The judges, being the myopic bunch they are, will keep him in the retro-soul box and give him something like Bruno Mars' "Grenade" (come to think of it, that would be pretty good). Iovine will be trying to keep him current, so why not Usher's "Climax"? And for his own pick, I have no idea, but if he wants to win, maybe he does fun.'s "We Are Young." After all, graduation is nearly here, and everyone's looking for an anthem. — Montgomery Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos 'American Idol' Season 11 Performances
'Terminator' Actor Nick Stahl Reported Missing
May 16th, 2012
Star of 'Terminator: Rise of the Machines' has not been heard from since May 9, his wife told L.A. officials.By Kara Warner Nick Stahl Photo: Barry King/FilmMagic "Terminator: Rise of the Machines" actor Nick Stahl has been reported missing. Los Angeles law enforcement officials confirmed to TMZ that Stahl's wife, Rose Murphy, reported her husband missing on Monday, saying that the last time she saw the 32-year-old was on May 9. Sources told the website that Stahl had been displaying some erratic behavior recently and was allegedly spending time in the Skid Row area of Los Angeles. The source also expressed concern that the actor might have become involved in some questionable activities. This is not the first time, however, that those close to the actor have expressed concern over his well-being. Stahl's wife filed papers with the LA County Superior Court back in February asking a judge to limit her husband's access to their 2-year-old daughter Marlo due to his alleged drug and alcohol abuse. She also claimed that she and Stahl were no longer living together. There has been no word from Stahl's reps regarding his whereabouts, but Stahl's wife has been relatively active on her Twitter account, posting a general thank you for support early Wednesday (May 16). "Thank you for kind words," she tweeted. Thank you for kind words..— Rose Murphy Stahl (@TheMrsStahl) May 16, 2012 A quick look at Stahl's Twitter account shows that the actor has been inactive since May 1, but that he and Murphy might have been working through their problems since the actor tweeted on April 26 that they were not actually separated. Not sure where it got started but @TheMrsStahl and I are not separated. Far from it— Nick Stahl (@TheNickStahl) April 26, 2012 "Not sure where it got started but @TheMrsStahl and I are not separated. Far from it," he wrote. Stahl made his big-screen debut back in 1993 opposite Mel Gibson in "The Man Without a Face." Since then, he's appeared in several major studio films, inclduing "The Thin Red Line," "Disturbing Behavior" and "Sin City." His most recent role is in the VOD-released "388 Arletta Avenue" opposite Devon Sawa.
May 16th, 2012
Star of 'Terminator: Rise of the Machines' has not been heard from since May 9, his wife told L.A. officials.By Kara Warner Nick Stahl Photo: Barry King/FilmMagic "Terminator: Rise of the Machines" actor Nick Stahl has been reported missing. Los Angeles law enforcement officials confirmed to TMZ that Stahl's wife, Rose Murphy, reported her husband missing on Monday, saying that the last time she saw the 32-year-old was on May 9. Sources told the website that Stahl had been displaying some erratic behavior recently and was allegedly spending time in the Skid Row area of Los Angeles. The source also expressed concern that the actor might have become involved in some questionable activities. This is not the first time, however, that those close to the actor have expressed concern over his well-being. Stahl's wife filed papers with the LA County Superior Court back in February asking a judge to limit her husband's access to their 2-year-old daughter Marlo due to his alleged drug and alcohol abuse. She also claimed that she and Stahl were no longer living together. There has been no word from Stahl's reps regarding his whereabouts, but Stahl's wife has been relatively active on her Twitter account, posting a general thank you for support early Wednesday (May 16). "Thank you for kind words," she tweeted. Thank you for kind words..— Rose Murphy Stahl (@TheMrsStahl) May 16, 2012 A quick look at Stahl's Twitter account shows that the actor has been inactive since May 1, but that he and Murphy might have been working through their problems since the actor tweeted on April 26 that they were not actually separated. Not sure where it got started but @TheMrsStahl and I are not separated. Far from it— Nick Stahl (@TheNickStahl) April 26, 2012 "Not sure where it got started but @TheMrsStahl and I are not separated. Far from it," he wrote. Stahl made his big-screen debut back in 1993 opposite Mel Gibson in "The Man Without a Face." Since then, he's appeared in several major studio films, inclduing "The Thin Red Line," "Disturbing Behavior" and "Sin City." His most recent role is in the VOD-released "388 Arletta Avenue" opposite Devon Sawa.
Britney Spears Calls 'X Factor' A 'Beautiful Concept'
May 16th, 2012
Spears says she wants to 'inspire' contestants on the Fox show. By Jocelyn Vena "X Factor" judges L.A. Reid, Demi Lovato, Simon Cowell and Britney Spears at the FOX Upfront Photo: Desiree Navarro/ Getty Images Britney Spears seems poised and ready to sit beside her fellow "X Factor" judges on the revamped second season of the show. At the Fox upfront this week, the singer appeared alongside fellow newbie Demi Lovato, as well as returning judges Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid, and gushed about the Fox reality show. "Just really being able to be there and inspire the other contestants ... they're so young and they're trying to fulfill their dreams," she said at the event. "It's just a whole beautiful concept. It's just really cool." While her negotiations with the show had been making headlines in the weeks leading up to the official announcement, Cowell brushed off all the hoopla, which includes a rumored $15 million payday for joining the show. "A force of nature, I was somewhere in the middle, but I'm thrilled. I love these guys," he said of getting everyone, including Spears, on board. "I charmed her." Spears seemed equally taken with the prickly Brit. "He's adorable. He's completely adorable. He didn't have to try hard," she admitted. Spears' addition to the show is hardly the only casting making news: Lovato also opened up about having the "X Factor." While little is known about the final hours going into locking Lovato in for the show, she's rumored to be taking in $1 million, according to Gossip Cop. Lovato was on a short list of possible contenders to appear on the show that also reportedly included Miley Cyrus and Avril Lavigne. "I'm so excited to be here," she said. "I guess you called," she added with Simon by her side. "And that's how it got set up, just a phone call." In addition to getting warm and fuzzy about each other in the interview, Cowell shared that the judges will be filming in the next couple weeks when they hit up Austin, Texas, to begin scoping out talent. And if you think the claws might come out then, Reid assured viewers that that won't be the case. "Oh no, we're gonna be really sweet to each other," he said. "Nothing controversial. It'll be perfect." Related Artists Britney Spears
May 16th, 2012
Spears says she wants to 'inspire' contestants on the Fox show. By Jocelyn Vena "X Factor" judges L.A. Reid, Demi Lovato, Simon Cowell and Britney Spears at the FOX Upfront Photo: Desiree Navarro/ Getty Images Britney Spears seems poised and ready to sit beside her fellow "X Factor" judges on the revamped second season of the show. At the Fox upfront this week, the singer appeared alongside fellow newbie Demi Lovato, as well as returning judges Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid, and gushed about the Fox reality show. "Just really being able to be there and inspire the other contestants ... they're so young and they're trying to fulfill their dreams," she said at the event. "It's just a whole beautiful concept. It's just really cool." While her negotiations with the show had been making headlines in the weeks leading up to the official announcement, Cowell brushed off all the hoopla, which includes a rumored $15 million payday for joining the show. "A force of nature, I was somewhere in the middle, but I'm thrilled. I love these guys," he said of getting everyone, including Spears, on board. "I charmed her." Spears seemed equally taken with the prickly Brit. "He's adorable. He's completely adorable. He didn't have to try hard," she admitted. Spears' addition to the show is hardly the only casting making news: Lovato also opened up about having the "X Factor." While little is known about the final hours going into locking Lovato in for the show, she's rumored to be taking in $1 million, according to Gossip Cop. Lovato was on a short list of possible contenders to appear on the show that also reportedly included Miley Cyrus and Avril Lavigne. "I'm so excited to be here," she said. "I guess you called," she added with Simon by her side. "And that's how it got set up, just a phone call." In addition to getting warm and fuzzy about each other in the interview, Cowell shared that the judges will be filming in the next couple weeks when they hit up Austin, Texas, to begin scoping out talent. And if you think the claws might come out then, Reid assured viewers that that won't be the case. "Oh no, we're gonna be really sweet to each other," he said. "Nothing controversial. It'll be perfect." Related Artists Britney Spears
Wiz Khalifa, Nas, Bone Thugs Lead Rock The Bells Lineup
May 16th, 2012
Lupe Fiasco tweets that he's not on this year's bill, despite an announcement to the contrary.By Felicia Morris Wiz Khalifa Photo: Dana Nalbandian/ Getty Images Hip-hop's premier music festival is back. On Tuesday, Guerilla Union held a press conference to reveal its lineup of hip-hop all-stars for Rock the Bells 2012. Freestyler extraordinaire Supernatural delivered the list of performers one-by-one with an impromptu rap, rattling off names like Wiz Khalifa, Kid Cudi, Nas, J. Cole and Mac Miller, as well as veteran acts like Missy Elliott, Timbaland and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Lupe Fiasco's name also appears on the festival's flyer, but on Wednesday morning (May 16), the Chi-Town lyricist tweeted that despite what was printed, he would not be in attendance this year. "Not doing Rock The Bellz...thats a typo fam and friends...," he wrote. For the first time in nine years, Rock the Bells will expand its daylong festival to two days. The first show will take place August 18 at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California. Last year's three-stage setup forced fans to choose between their favorite acts, who would often perform simultaneously. "We had quite a few complaints about Mobb Deep fans having to choose between Mobb Deep and Nas," Guerilla Union boss Chang Weisberg said as an example. "We tried to deliver three stages, but it didn't work out. So the correction? Two stages, two days, one event." RTB will hit the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, on August 25 and 26 and then the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, New Jersey, on September 1 and 2. Coincidentally, the East Coast show falls on the very same weekend as Jay-Z's recently announced Made in America multi-genre music festival in Philadelphia. Hov promises close to 30 eclectic acts in the fields of rock, hip-hop, R&B, Latin and dance music. The Made in America lineup hasn't been announced yet, but already, the RTB bill is ripe with diverse rap talent. 2 Chainz, Tyga, Kendrick Lamar, Slick Rick, E-40, Too Short and A$AP Rocky will all be in attendance. The announcement event wrapped up with performances by DJ Quik and Bone Thugs, who took the stage and rocked a few of their many classics, leaving fans ready for the main course this summer. Fans should check RockTheBells.net for venue and ticket information. Related Videos Back To The 'Burgh With Mac Miller And Wiz Khalifa Related Photos 2012 Rock The Bells Press Conference Related Artists Nas Wiz Khalifa
May 16th, 2012
Lupe Fiasco tweets that he's not on this year's bill, despite an announcement to the contrary.By Felicia Morris Wiz Khalifa Photo: Dana Nalbandian/ Getty Images Hip-hop's premier music festival is back. On Tuesday, Guerilla Union held a press conference to reveal its lineup of hip-hop all-stars for Rock the Bells 2012. Freestyler extraordinaire Supernatural delivered the list of performers one-by-one with an impromptu rap, rattling off names like Wiz Khalifa, Kid Cudi, Nas, J. Cole and Mac Miller, as well as veteran acts like Missy Elliott, Timbaland and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Lupe Fiasco's name also appears on the festival's flyer, but on Wednesday morning (May 16), the Chi-Town lyricist tweeted that despite what was printed, he would not be in attendance this year. "Not doing Rock The Bellz...thats a typo fam and friends...," he wrote. For the first time in nine years, Rock the Bells will expand its daylong festival to two days. The first show will take place August 18 at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California. Last year's three-stage setup forced fans to choose between their favorite acts, who would often perform simultaneously. "We had quite a few complaints about Mobb Deep fans having to choose between Mobb Deep and Nas," Guerilla Union boss Chang Weisberg said as an example. "We tried to deliver three stages, but it didn't work out. So the correction? Two stages, two days, one event." RTB will hit the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, on August 25 and 26 and then the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, New Jersey, on September 1 and 2. Coincidentally, the East Coast show falls on the very same weekend as Jay-Z's recently announced Made in America multi-genre music festival in Philadelphia. Hov promises close to 30 eclectic acts in the fields of rock, hip-hop, R&B, Latin and dance music. The Made in America lineup hasn't been announced yet, but already, the RTB bill is ripe with diverse rap talent. 2 Chainz, Tyga, Kendrick Lamar, Slick Rick, E-40, Too Short and A$AP Rocky will all be in attendance. The announcement event wrapped up with performances by DJ Quik and Bone Thugs, who took the stage and rocked a few of their many classics, leaving fans ready for the main course this summer. Fans should check RockTheBells.net for venue and ticket information. Related Videos Back To The 'Burgh With Mac Miller And Wiz Khalifa Related Photos 2012 Rock The Bells Press Conference Related Artists Nas Wiz Khalifa
Jay Sean's 'Sex 101' Collabo With Tyga Is 'Dope'
May 16th, 2012
'Everyone knows Tyga's the next hot thing,' Sean says of his Cash Money family member.By Natasha Chandel, with reporting by Jocelyn Vena Jay Sean Photo: MTV News Jay Sean knows how to keep it in the family. The Cash Money family, that is. He has worked with its heavy hitters Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj and can now add Tyga to his roster of A-list collabos. The labelmates have teamed up for the seductively titled track "Sex 101" off Jay's latest studio album, Worth It All. "One of the first things I noticed when I joined Cash Money was that they don't work with just anyone, they really don't," the pop crooner told MTV News, expressing gratitude for the support he has received from his extended family. Before Nicki Minaj catapulted to stardom, she jumped on his song "2012," as Wayne did with "Down," the club banger that broke the U.K. artist into the U.S. market. It seems it was that communal energy that drew Jay Sean to Cash Money in the first place. "That family thing — working with people, talking to people, doing business with people that they can only vibe with is just how they operate," he explained. "That's why Baby [Cash Money co-founder Bryan Williams] will call me every other day just to check up on me and see how I'm doing." Although he doesn't want to be defined by his collaborations, working with Tyga was a natural fit for Jay. "Tyga's the next to blow from Young Money. Everyone knows Tyga's the next hot thing." So it didn't take much for him to hit up his longtime supporter and friend to appear on "Sex 101." "I realized from an early stage how dope he was as an MC," Jay said about the "Rack City" rapper. The R&B single is featured on Jay's mixtape The Mistress and will be reproduced and reworked as a single and video off his forthcoming album, Worth It All. Jay Sean's newest single, "I'm All Yours" featuring Pitbull is set for release on May 29th. Related Artists Jay Sean Tyga
May 16th, 2012
'Everyone knows Tyga's the next hot thing,' Sean says of his Cash Money family member.By Natasha Chandel, with reporting by Jocelyn Vena Jay Sean Photo: MTV News Jay Sean knows how to keep it in the family. The Cash Money family, that is. He has worked with its heavy hitters Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj and can now add Tyga to his roster of A-list collabos. The labelmates have teamed up for the seductively titled track "Sex 101" off Jay's latest studio album, Worth It All. "One of the first things I noticed when I joined Cash Money was that they don't work with just anyone, they really don't," the pop crooner told MTV News, expressing gratitude for the support he has received from his extended family. Before Nicki Minaj catapulted to stardom, she jumped on his song "2012," as Wayne did with "Down," the club banger that broke the U.K. artist into the U.S. market. It seems it was that communal energy that drew Jay Sean to Cash Money in the first place. "That family thing — working with people, talking to people, doing business with people that they can only vibe with is just how they operate," he explained. "That's why Baby [Cash Money co-founder Bryan Williams] will call me every other day just to check up on me and see how I'm doing." Although he doesn't want to be defined by his collaborations, working with Tyga was a natural fit for Jay. "Tyga's the next to blow from Young Money. Everyone knows Tyga's the next hot thing." So it didn't take much for him to hit up his longtime supporter and friend to appear on "Sex 101." "I realized from an early stage how dope he was as an MC," Jay said about the "Rack City" rapper. The R&B single is featured on Jay's mixtape The Mistress and will be reproduced and reworked as a single and video off his forthcoming album, Worth It All. Jay Sean's newest single, "I'm All Yours" featuring Pitbull is set for release on May 29th. Related Artists Jay Sean Tyga
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