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Charlotte's Hot New Body
Mar 14th, 2010
Charlotte Church will be turning heads on TV tonight.She's showing off her amazing new slimline figure.
Mar 14th, 2010
Charlotte Church will be turning heads on TV tonight.She's showing off her amazing new slimline figure.
Sara Has A Baby Girl
Mar 14th, 2010
Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox has just given birth to a baby girl.She announced the news on Twitter.
Mar 14th, 2010
Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox has just given birth to a baby girl.She announced the news on Twitter.
Corey Haim's mum speaks about his death
Mar 14th, 2010
The mother of child star Corey Haim has spoken about his death.Judy Haim was the first to alert the authorities over Corey's death and has since kept quiet - but now she has revealed that she received an early "courtesy call" from the LA County Coroner's office with details about Corey's autopsy.In an interview with Access Hollywood, Judy said that an autopsy had found that her son had an enlarged heart and his lungs were filled with water at the time of his death.
Mar 14th, 2010
The mother of child star Corey Haim has spoken about his death.Judy Haim was the first to alert the authorities over Corey's death and has since kept quiet - but now she has revealed that she received an early "courtesy call" from the LA County Coroner's office with details about Corey's autopsy.In an interview with Access Hollywood, Judy said that an autopsy had found that her son had an enlarged heart and his lungs were filled with water at the time of his death.
Celeb Diary - In Pics
Mar 14th, 2010
Matthew McConaughey eyes up son Levi's corn on the cob in New York - get your own, Matthew.See what the rest of the A-list have been up to in our celebrity diary.
Mar 14th, 2010
Matthew McConaughey eyes up son Levi's corn on the cob in New York - get your own, Matthew.See what the rest of the A-list have been up to in our celebrity diary.
Jennifer Aniston's Ex Chat
Mar 14th, 2010
It was Jennifer Aniston's cosy display with Gerard Butler that got tongues wagging at last night's premiere of The Bounty Hunter.But when we chatted to Jennifer it was her exes we wanted to hear about.We had Brad Pitt on our minds (as usual) when we spoke to the actress about getting back with ex-boyfriends.
Mar 14th, 2010
It was Jennifer Aniston's cosy display with Gerard Butler that got tongues wagging at last night's premiere of The Bounty Hunter.But when we chatted to Jennifer it was her exes we wanted to hear about.We had Brad Pitt on our minds (as usual) when we spoke to the actress about getting back with ex-boyfriends.
Whose Plush Pad?
Mar 14th, 2010
Which lucky lady gets to call this place home?Click on to find out the answer and to see more envy-inducing pictures...
Mar 14th, 2010
Which lucky lady gets to call this place home?Click on to find out the answer and to see more envy-inducing pictures...
Everyone's wearing blazers
Mar 14th, 2010
The Hills star Kristin Cavallari knows a hot fashion trend when she sees one, so it's no wonder she's wearing one of this summer's must-have wardrobe items - the blazer.
Mar 14th, 2010
The Hills star Kristin Cavallari knows a hot fashion trend when she sees one, so it's no wonder she's wearing one of this summer's must-have wardrobe items - the blazer.
New Baby For Tess Daly?
Mar 14th, 2010
They say hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.But Tess Daly seems to be surprisingly chipper so soon after her husband's sex text scandal was revealed to the nation.Joining Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby on the This Morning sofa, Tess explained how she's turned a corner to forgive husband Vernon Kay for his bad behaviour.
Mar 14th, 2010
They say hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.But Tess Daly seems to be surprisingly chipper so soon after her husband's sex text scandal was revealed to the nation.Joining Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby on the This Morning sofa, Tess explained how she's turned a corner to forgive husband Vernon Kay for his bad behaviour.
Nadine Coyle's Skinny Legs As She Leaves London Studio
Mar 14th, 2010
Girls Aloud star Nadine Coyle looks worryingly thin.She's back in London from LA and appears to have shed a lot of weight...
Mar 14th, 2010
Girls Aloud star Nadine Coyle looks worryingly thin.She's back in London from LA and appears to have shed a lot of weight...
Sugababes Final Line-Up: The Band Will Quit If Anyone Else Leaves
Mar 14th, 2010
The Sugababes have been through a lot of change.But can the band survive another line-up shuffle?Well - no, as it turns out.
Mar 14th, 2010
The Sugababes have been through a lot of change.But can the band survive another line-up shuffle?Well - no, as it turns out.
Robert Pattinson Interview: Love, Jealousy & Growing Up
Mar 14th, 2010
Robert Pattinson has learnt a lot about life in his 23 years.The Twilight hunk tells us about his experiences of love, jealousy and growing-up.He also delves into the pressures of fame and reveals how he chooses his films.
Mar 14th, 2010
Robert Pattinson has learnt a lot about life in his 23 years.The Twilight hunk tells us about his experiences of love, jealousy and growing-up.He also delves into the pressures of fame and reveals how he chooses his films.
Cheryl Cole Has Bronchitis: Cancels Radio 1 & Jonathan Ross Appearances
Mar 14th, 2010
Things can't get much worse for Cheryl Cole.She's been struck down with a horrible illness just weeks after splitting from husband Ashley Cole.As a result, the singer has had to pull out of two major public appearances.
Mar 14th, 2010
Things can't get much worse for Cheryl Cole.She's been struck down with a horrible illness just weeks after splitting from husband Ashley Cole.As a result, the singer has had to pull out of two major public appearances.
Quirky Spring Style
Mar 14th, 2010
Update your look this spring with our pick of the best quirky pieces around - just click to buy for an instant style update.
Mar 14th, 2010
Update your look this spring with our pick of the best quirky pieces around - just click to buy for an instant style update.
Mark Owen Has Been An Alcoholic For 10 Years: Now Seeking Therapy
Mar 14th, 2010
More revelations are flooding in from the Mark Owen camp.The singer has revealed he's been battling a secret drink problem for ten years.And he's going to therapy to sort himself out.
Mar 14th, 2010
More revelations are flooding in from the Mark Owen camp.The singer has revealed he's been battling a secret drink problem for ten years.And he's going to therapy to sort himself out.
Jennifer Aniston & Gerard Butler At The Bounty Hunter Premiere
Mar 14th, 2010
Sky Showbiz witnessed the sizzling chemistry between Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler last night.The co-stars and rumoured real-life couple hit London's Leicester Square for the premiere of their new film The Bounty Hunter.
Mar 14th, 2010
Sky Showbiz witnessed the sizzling chemistry between Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler last night.The co-stars and rumoured real-life couple hit London's Leicester Square for the premiere of their new film The Bounty Hunter.
See Lady Gaga's Hairy Legs
Mar 14th, 2010
Lady Gaga's leg hair is running wild at LAX.Quick - someone grab a razor.
Mar 14th, 2010
Lady Gaga's leg hair is running wild at LAX.Quick - someone grab a razor.
Pic Of The Day
Mar 14th, 2010
Always wanted to get your hands on an A-lister's pants?Well, here's your chance.
Mar 14th, 2010
Always wanted to get your hands on an A-lister's pants?Well, here's your chance.
Treatment Of The Week - Darphin's Flower Lifting Facial
Mar 14th, 2010
We review the Darphin Divine 8-Flower Lifting Facial.THE TREATMENT
If your skin has started to resemble the weather; grey and dull, which was exactly what mine looked like when I lay myself down on the warm snuggly treatment bed, then you need to treat yourself to the brand new Darphin Divine 8-Flower Lifting Facial. This amazing facial has already become one of Darphin's signature treatments, not only because it delivers amazing results, but because it's a gorgeously relaxing experience.
Mar 14th, 2010
We review the Darphin Divine 8-Flower Lifting Facial.THE TREATMENT
If your skin has started to resemble the weather; grey and dull, which was exactly what mine looked like when I lay myself down on the warm snuggly treatment bed, then you need to treat yourself to the brand new Darphin Divine 8-Flower Lifting Facial. This amazing facial has already become one of Darphin's signature treatments, not only because it delivers amazing results, but because it's a gorgeously relaxing experience.
Week's Best Dressed
Mar 14th, 2010
Heidi's top of the frocks this week.See who else we're developing style crushes on in our best dressed list.
Mar 14th, 2010
Heidi's top of the frocks this week.See who else we're developing style crushes on in our best dressed list.
Alexa Vega & Sean Covel are Harmony Happy
Mar 14th, 2010
Vying for the cutest couple ever award, Alexa Vega and fiance Sean Covel strike a pose with the JJJ coasters as they attend the 2010 Multicultural Learning Center Harmony Gala Benefit Dinner held at Pickwick Gardens in Burbank on Saturday evening (March 13). The 21-year-old actress spoke with us last night at the dinner about how [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Vying for the cutest couple ever award, Alexa Vega and fiance Sean Covel strike a pose with the JJJ coasters as they attend the 2010 Multicultural Learning Center Harmony Gala Benefit Dinner held at Pickwick Gardens in Burbank on Saturday evening (March 13). The 21-year-old actress spoke with us last night at the dinner about how [...]
Joe Jonas & Demi Lovato: Church-Going Couple
Mar 14th, 2010
Newly-announced couple Demi Lovato and Joe Jonas walk side-by-side with a gal pal as they attend a church service in Los Angeles on Sunday morning (March 14). Demi, 17, recently admitted to dating her BFF/Camp Rock costar during Billy Bush’s radio show. You can hear the whole interview below! Later in the day, Joe was spotted hitting [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Newly-announced couple Demi Lovato and Joe Jonas walk side-by-side with a gal pal as they attend a church service in Los Angeles on Sunday morning (March 14). Demi, 17, recently admitted to dating her BFF/Camp Rock costar during Billy Bush’s radio show. You can hear the whole interview below! Later in the day, Joe was spotted hitting [...]
Emma Roberts is Allure’s Fresh Face
Mar 14th, 2010
Emma Roberts lets her golden locks flow in this new behind-the-scenes video from Allure magazine. The 19-year-old actress, who’s featured as Allure’s Face in the March 2010 issue, dished that she loves the prep work for an event. She shared, “I like getting all dressed up for events. I like picking the outfit and I can’t [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Emma Roberts lets her golden locks flow in this new behind-the-scenes video from Allure magazine. The 19-year-old actress, who’s featured as Allure’s Face in the March 2010 issue, dished that she loves the prep work for an event. She shared, “I like getting all dressed up for events. I like picking the outfit and I can’t [...]
Jennifer Stone is Harmony Gala Gorgeous
Mar 14th, 2010
Jennifer Stone shows off her ruby red lips as she arrives at the 2010 Multicultural Learning Center Harmony Gala Benefit Dinner held at Pickwick Gardens in Burbank on Saturday evening (March 13). The 17-year-old actress caught up with us at the event and told us about the honor, “I’m so blessed to be honored. We’re [Wizards [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Jennifer Stone shows off her ruby red lips as she arrives at the 2010 Multicultural Learning Center Harmony Gala Benefit Dinner held at Pickwick Gardens in Burbank on Saturday evening (March 13). The 17-year-old actress caught up with us at the event and told us about the honor, “I’m so blessed to be honored. We’re [Wizards [...]
Matthew Levy Talks Sons of Tucson
Mar 14th, 2010
Meet Matthew Levy! The 16-year-old Chicago-born actor caught up with JJJ recently to chat about his new FOX sitcom, Sons of Tucson, which is produced by Malcolm in the Middle alum, Justin Berfield. Matt let us in on the fun the cast had around set, what the show was all about and just why you should watch [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Meet Matthew Levy! The 16-year-old Chicago-born actor caught up with JJJ recently to chat about his new FOX sitcom, Sons of Tucson, which is produced by Malcolm in the Middle alum, Justin Berfield. Matt let us in on the fun the cast had around set, what the show was all about and just why you should watch [...]
Francia Raisa: Fire & Ice Premieres Tonight!
Mar 14th, 2010
Today is the day! Francia Raisa and Brendan Fehr are the newest team in The Cutting Edge franchise and JJJ can’t wait to see the movie! We recently caught up with the two stars of the flick to chat about what they like about each other, skating and getting in trouble with their teachers. Check it: JJJ: What [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Today is the day! Francia Raisa and Brendan Fehr are the newest team in The Cutting Edge franchise and JJJ can’t wait to see the movie! We recently caught up with the two stars of the flick to chat about what they like about each other, skating and getting in trouble with their teachers. Check it: JJJ: What [...]
Demi Lovato: Voto Latino Bethind-The-Scenes!
Mar 14th, 2010
Demi Lovato listens to a crew member as she films the Voto Latino PSA “Celebrities Back Census” earlier this year. The 17-year-old actress teamed up with Rosario Dawson, Wilmer Valderrama, and Ana Ortiz for the public service announcement. The Voto Latino PSAs are a bit different than most; they form a series of dramatic verité-styled shorts [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Demi Lovato listens to a crew member as she films the Voto Latino PSA “Celebrities Back Census” earlier this year. The 17-year-old actress teamed up with Rosario Dawson, Wilmer Valderrama, and Ana Ortiz for the public service announcement. The Voto Latino PSAs are a bit different than most; they form a series of dramatic verité-styled shorts [...]
Ashley Greene - Skateland Poster!
Mar 14th, 2010
Check out the poster for Ashley Greene’s upcoming flick, Skateland. Also starring Haley Ramm and Shiloh Fernandez, the movie is set in early 1980s, in small-town Texas, where dramatic events force a 19-year-old skating rink manager to look at his life in a very new way. Ashley will be heading to Austin next weekend for the 2010 [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Check out the poster for Ashley Greene’s upcoming flick, Skateland. Also starring Haley Ramm and Shiloh Fernandez, the movie is set in early 1980s, in small-town Texas, where dramatic events force a 19-year-old skating rink manager to look at his life in a very new way. Ashley will be heading to Austin next weekend for the 2010 [...]
Booboo Stewart Unites For Peace
Mar 14th, 2010
BooBoo and Fivel Stewart take a seat in the chairs outside the House of Blues at the Unity For Peace Benefit Concert in West Hollywood on Friday night (March 12). The benefit concert featured a gathering of international artists supporting the non-profit’s first cause: Peace in the Middle East. The next Unity For Peace concert is [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
BooBoo and Fivel Stewart take a seat in the chairs outside the House of Blues at the Unity For Peace Benefit Concert in West Hollywood on Friday night (March 12). The benefit concert featured a gathering of international artists supporting the non-profit’s first cause: Peace in the Middle East. The next Unity For Peace concert is [...]
Emma Roberts Whites Out InStyle
Mar 13th, 2010
Emma Roberts gets lost in tons of Valentino tulle in this new shot from her spread in the April 2010 issue of InStyle magazine. The 19-year-old Valentine’s Day actress trades in the signature LBD for a LWD by Calvin Klein, Bottega Veneta and Versace, among others. She shares of the Herve Leger rayon-nylon-spandex-bandage cutout dress, “I’d have [...]
Mar 13th, 2010
Emma Roberts gets lost in tons of Valentino tulle in this new shot from her spread in the April 2010 issue of InStyle magazine. The 19-year-old Valentine’s Day actress trades in the signature LBD for a LWD by Calvin Klein, Bottega Veneta and Versace, among others. She shares of the Herve Leger rayon-nylon-spandex-bandage cutout dress, “I’d have [...]
Brittany Curran is PaleyFest Precious
Mar 13th, 2010
Brittany Curran shows off her pearly whites as she steps out at the 27th Annual PaleyFest Presents ‘Men Of A Certain Age at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills on Friday night (March 12). The 19-year-old actress was also seen at the 2010 Children Uniting Nations Oscar Celebration held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel earlier last [...]
Mar 13th, 2010
Brittany Curran shows off her pearly whites as she steps out at the 27th Annual PaleyFest Presents ‘Men Of A Certain Age at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills on Friday night (March 12). The 19-year-old actress was also seen at the 2010 Children Uniting Nations Oscar Celebration held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel earlier last [...]
Victoria Justice Checks Out Jersey Boys
Mar 13th, 2010
Victoria Justice shows off her tickets to Broadway play Jersey Boys in NYC on Friday night (March 12). The 17-year-old actress, who attended with her mother, tweeted about the performance, “Jersey Boys was PHENOMENAL!!!!!!You don’t understand I wanna watch it over and over and over again. Absolutely amazing songs and amazing cast. Oh and I have [...]
Mar 13th, 2010
Victoria Justice shows off her tickets to Broadway play Jersey Boys in NYC on Friday night (March 12). The 17-year-old actress, who attended with her mother, tweeted about the performance, “Jersey Boys was PHENOMENAL!!!!!!You don’t understand I wanna watch it over and over and over again. Absolutely amazing songs and amazing cast. Oh and I have [...]
Sean Garrett Spills Jesse McCartney Album Details!
Mar 13th, 2010
Jesse McCartney has been hard at work on his fourth studio album. Producer pal Sean Garrett caught up with Rap-up.com and dished some details on Jesse’s upcoming record. He shared, “He’s growing up on this record. I think what’s great about Jesse McCartney is that he definitely has a great voice. He could really do whatever [...]
Mar 13th, 2010
Jesse McCartney has been hard at work on his fourth studio album. Producer pal Sean Garrett caught up with Rap-up.com and dished some details on Jesse’s upcoming record. He shared, “He’s growing up on this record. I think what’s great about Jesse McCartney is that he definitely has a great voice. He could really do whatever [...]
Abigail Breslin Joins Twitter!
Mar 13th, 2010
Abigail Breslin shows off her stunning smile as she visits Barnes and Noble store at Lincoln Triangle in NYC on Friday afternoon (March 12). The 13-year-old starlet, who was promoting her Broadway play, The Miracle Worker, just joined social networking site, Twitter. You can follow her @yoabbaabba! Playbill recently caught up with Abigail to see what exactly [...]
Mar 13th, 2010
Abigail Breslin shows off her stunning smile as she visits Barnes and Noble store at Lincoln Triangle in NYC on Friday afternoon (March 12). The 13-year-old starlet, who was promoting her Broadway play, The Miracle Worker, just joined social networking site, Twitter. You can follow her @yoabbaabba! Playbill recently caught up with Abigail to see what exactly [...]
Jennifer Stone To Be Honored at Multicultural Harmony Gala
Mar 13th, 2010
Selena Gomez doesn’t seem impressed with what Jennifer Stone is saying in this new pic from the set of Wizards of Waverly Place. Jennifer, 17, is set to be honored at the 2010 Multicultural Harmony Gala tonight alongside Wizards creators Todd J. Greenwald and Peter Murietta and costar Maria Canals-Barrera. The quartet will receive the Multicultural [...]
Mar 13th, 2010
Selena Gomez doesn’t seem impressed with what Jennifer Stone is saying in this new pic from the set of Wizards of Waverly Place. Jennifer, 17, is set to be honored at the 2010 Multicultural Harmony Gala tonight alongside Wizards creators Todd J. Greenwald and Peter Murietta and costar Maria Canals-Barrera. The quartet will receive the Multicultural [...]
Demi Lovato Confirms She’s Dating Joe Jonas?
Mar 13th, 2010
Are they or aren’t they? While doing press for Sonny with a Chance season two, Demi Lovato might have slipped out that she was dating best friend Joe Jonas. The 17-year-old actress/singer told Access Hollywood (via People) that she may have dated one of the Jonas Brothers. When asked whether it was Joe, 20, Demi replied, “Yeah. He’s [...]
Mar 13th, 2010
Are they or aren’t they? While doing press for Sonny with a Chance season two, Demi Lovato might have slipped out that she was dating best friend Joe Jonas. The 17-year-old actress/singer told Access Hollywood (via People) that she may have dated one of the Jonas Brothers. When asked whether it was Joe, 20, Demi replied, “Yeah. He’s [...]
Bindi Irwin Interview — Send In Your Questions
Mar 13th, 2010
Bindi Irwin shows off her fun crocodile hat as she visits Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington, D.C., on Thursday afternoon (March 11). The 11-year-old animal conservationist, along with mom Terri and little brother Robert toured the FujiFilm Giant Panda Habitat where they met panda Tian Tian and visited the Reptile Discovery Center where Robert met his [...]
Mar 13th, 2010
Bindi Irwin shows off her fun crocodile hat as she visits Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington, D.C., on Thursday afternoon (March 11). The 11-year-old animal conservationist, along with mom Terri and little brother Robert toured the FujiFilm Giant Panda Habitat where they met panda Tian Tian and visited the Reptile Discovery Center where Robert met his [...]
Murray High School Sets Up David Archuleta Music Scholarship
Mar 13th, 2010
David Archuleta just continues to inspire. The 19-year-old musician has brought alma mater Murray High School’s music scholarship program to life. For everything that David has shown his supporters, his supporters wanted to return the favor by providing a way to help out his hometown of Murray, Utah and Murray High School. The David Archuleta Music [...]
Mar 13th, 2010
David Archuleta just continues to inspire. The 19-year-old musician has brought alma mater Murray High School’s music scholarship program to life. For everything that David has shown his supporters, his supporters wanted to return the favor by providing a way to help out his hometown of Murray, Utah and Murray High School. The David Archuleta Music [...]
Miley Cyrus Honors The Military
Mar 12th, 2010
Miley Cyrus and dad Billy Ray sing a sweet song to a group of military families in this new still from a taping of Hannah Montana. In the episode, which taped earlier today, military families were highlighted and celebrated. The young guests at the taping, many of whom have deployed parents, were invited to appear in [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
Miley Cyrus and dad Billy Ray sing a sweet song to a group of military families in this new still from a taping of Hannah Montana. In the episode, which taped earlier today, military families were highlighted and celebrated. The young guests at the taping, many of whom have deployed parents, were invited to appear in [...]
Ashley Greene Studies at Starbucks
Mar 12th, 2010
Ashley Greene carries her cup of coffee high as she returns to her car after meeting up with her acting coach Bill Howey in Los Angeles on Friday afternoon (March 12). Later on, the 23-year-old actress stopped off at Starbucks for a cup of Joe and to go over a new script. Ashley was spotted out at [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
Ashley Greene carries her cup of coffee high as she returns to her car after meeting up with her acting coach Bill Howey in Los Angeles on Friday afternoon (March 12). Later on, the 23-year-old actress stopped off at Starbucks for a cup of Joe and to go over a new script. Ashley was spotted out at [...]
Vanessa Hudgens Makes A Wish with Kevin James
Mar 12th, 2010
Vanessa Hudgens keeps her head down as she walks back to her car after a business meeting in Santa Monica on Friday afternoon (March 12). The 21-year-old actress had a permanent smile on her face as she kept a hold of a hardcover book while wearing super cute Twelfth Street Luella wedges. Vanessa will be joining Kevin [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
Vanessa Hudgens keeps her head down as she walks back to her car after a business meeting in Santa Monica on Friday afternoon (March 12). The 21-year-old actress had a permanent smile on her face as she kept a hold of a hardcover book while wearing super cute Twelfth Street Luella wedges. Vanessa will be joining Kevin [...]
Win New Moon Prize Pack!
Mar 12th, 2010
The Twilight Saga: New Moon is almost out on DVD and Blu-ray and JJJ can’t wait! To celebrate the release, JJJ is giving SIX lucky readers a chance to win Edward and Jacob themed-prize packs. Now you really have to choose a team! In case you don’t win one of JJJ’s prizes, you can always visit Walmart, [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
The Twilight Saga: New Moon is almost out on DVD and Blu-ray and JJJ can’t wait! To celebrate the release, JJJ is giving SIX lucky readers a chance to win Edward and Jacob themed-prize packs. Now you really have to choose a team! In case you don’t win one of JJJ’s prizes, you can always visit Walmart, [...]
Nick Jonas is an L.A. Dodger
Mar 12th, 2010
Nick Jonas batters up as he joins the LA Dodgers Spring training camp at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona on Friday afternoon (March 12). The 17-year-old musician dished to JJJ that he was heading to spring training at the 2010 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. He also promised a tour announcement very, very soon. Nick sported a custom [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
Nick Jonas batters up as he joins the LA Dodgers Spring training camp at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona on Friday afternoon (March 12). The 17-year-old musician dished to JJJ that he was heading to spring training at the 2010 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. He also promised a tour announcement very, very soon. Nick sported a custom [...]
Keke Palmer & Booboo Stewart Have A Place Called Home
Mar 12th, 2010
Keke Palmer and BooBoo Stewart snap a pic together as they attend A Place Called Home’s 4th Annual Celebrity Bowling and Poker Tournament held at PINZ Bowling and Entertainment Center in Studio City, Calif., on Wednesday night (March 10). A Place Called Home is a non-profit organization that provides a safe, home-like environment for thousands [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
Keke Palmer and BooBoo Stewart snap a pic together as they attend A Place Called Home’s 4th Annual Celebrity Bowling and Poker Tournament held at PINZ Bowling and Entertainment Center in Studio City, Calif., on Wednesday night (March 10). A Place Called Home is a non-profit organization that provides a safe, home-like environment for thousands [...]
Dolly Parton To O
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pen Retail Store
Mar 14th, 2010
Country music icon Dolly Parton has expanded her business portfolio - she's opened her first retail store in her native Tennessee.
Mar 14th, 2010
Country music icon Dolly Parton has expanded her business portfolio - she's opened her first retail store in her native Tennessee.
Simon Cowell Devastated After Ill Child Dies
Mar 14th, 2010
Music mogul Simon Cowell has been left devastated after a critically ill child he attempted to save passed away.
Mar 14th, 2010
Music mogul Simon Cowell has been left devastated after a critically ill child he attempted to save passed away.
Demi Lovato Confirms Joe Jonas Dating Rumors
Mar 14th, 2010
Demi Lovato has confirmed longstanding rumors she's dating Joe Jonas, calling the Jonas Brothers star "perfect" and "incredible".
Mar 14th, 2010
Demi Lovato has confirmed longstanding rumors she's dating Joe Jonas, calling the Jonas Brothers star "perfect" and "incredible".
Teenager Arrested For Susan Boyle Break-In
Mar 14th, 2010
A teenager has been arrested and charged in connection with a break-in at Susan Boyle's home in January.
Mar 14th, 2010
A teenager has been arrested and charged in connection with a break-in at Susan Boyle's home in January.
Check Out 'Minute To Win It' Tonight On NBC
Mar 14th, 2010
Get ready for an exciting new game show premiering on NBC tonight at 7:00 pm- "Minute To Win It." The show, unlike any game show currently on television, is hosted by Food Network star of "Guy's Bi...
Mar 14th, 2010
Get ready for an exciting new game show premiering on NBC tonight at 7:00 pm- "Minute To Win It." The show, unlike any game show currently on television, is hosted by Food Network star of "Guy's Bi...
Take That's Mark Owen In Rehab
Mar 14th, 2010
Take That star Mark Owen has checked into a rehabilitation clinic, just days after confessing to a decade-long drinking problem.
Mar 14th, 2010
Take That star Mark Owen has checked into a rehabilitation clinic, just days after confessing to a decade-long drinking problem.
Emma Watson Is Single
Mar 14th, 2010
"Harry Potter" star Emma Watson is single again after reportedly splitting from her longterm boyfriend. The British actress, 19, has been dating 28-year-old financier Jay Barrymore since 2008, bu...
Mar 14th, 2010
"Harry Potter" star Emma Watson is single again after reportedly splitting from her longterm boyfriend. The British actress, 19, has been dating 28-year-old financier Jay Barrymore since 2008, bu...
Heidi Klum: 'I Love Being A B- -ch'
Mar 14th, 2010
"I'm a mean b**ch...I love being a b**ch because I'm really a b**ch. I'm just trying to be nice." Heidi Klum jokes about playing a mean girl on "Desperate Housewives."
Mar 14th, 2010
"I'm a mean b**ch...I love being a b**ch because I'm really a b**ch. I'm just trying to be nice." Heidi Klum jokes about playing a mean girl on "Desperate Housewives."
Ryan Reynolds And Jason Bateman Sign Up For 'The Change-Up'
Mar 14th, 2010
Ryan Reynolds and Jason Bateman will switch bodies in a new buddy comedy movie.
Mar 14th, 2010
Ryan Reynolds and Jason Bateman will switch bodies in a new buddy comedy movie.
Fuse's 'Rock Monster March' Continues Genesis, David Bowie and Bob Marley
Mar 14th, 2010
Fuse continues to be the rock music mecca this month with an extensive lineup of classic rock programming. As 'Rock Monster March' rolls along, this weekend fans can view concert foota...
Mar 14th, 2010
Fuse continues to be the rock music mecca this month with an extensive lineup of classic rock programming. As 'Rock Monster March' rolls along, this weekend fans can view concert foota...
Nicole Richie Considers Herself Married
Mar 14th, 2010
Nicole Richie and Joel Madden's wedding might be sooner than expected - the socialite-turned-jewellery designer is already calling the rocker her husband.
Mar 14th, 2010
Nicole Richie and Joel Madden's wedding might be sooner than expected - the socialite-turned-jewellery designer is already calling the rocker her husband.
HBO's 'The Pacific' Pays Tribute To WWII Vets
Mar 14th, 2010
'The Pacific,' a ten-part miniseries produced by Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman, and Steven Spielberg, chronicles the stories of three real-life World War II Marines across the Pacific Theate...
Mar 14th, 2010
'The Pacific,' a ten-part miniseries produced by Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman, and Steven Spielberg, chronicles the stories of three real-life World War II Marines across the Pacific Theate...
Joe Francis Owes Over $29 Million To IRS
Mar 14th, 2010
Girls Gone Wild founder Joe Francis is still not free of his financial woes - tax officials are demanding part payment of a $34 million bill, just weeks after dropping the case, according to a U.S....
Mar 14th, 2010
Girls Gone Wild founder Joe Francis is still not free of his financial woes - tax officials are demanding part payment of a $34 million bill, just weeks after dropping the case, according to a U.S....
Season Two Of 'Kendra' Premieres Tonight At 10 On E!
Mar 14th, 2010
There are some things for which life doesn't always prepare you. Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett is learning this every day as her world changes in ways she never imagined twelve months ago. Fans never ...
Mar 14th, 2010
There are some things for which life doesn't always prepare you. Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett is learning this every day as her world changes in ways she never imagined twelve months ago. Fans never ...
Rep: Joaquin Phoenix Will Not Play Edgar Allen Poe
Mar 14th, 2010
A representative for Joaquin Phoenix has shot down reports the star is preparing to return to the big screen as Edgar Allen Poe.
Mar 14th, 2010
A representative for Joaquin Phoenix has shot down reports the star is preparing to return to the big screen as Edgar Allen Poe.
Corey Haim Involved In Prescription Drug Scam?
Mar 14th, 2010
California authorities are investigating tragic actor Corey Haim's alleged links to a prescription drug scam.
Mar 14th, 2010
California authorities are investigating tragic actor Corey Haim's alleged links to a prescription drug scam.
Ozzy Refuses To Autograph Colostomy Bag
Mar 13th, 2010
Ozzy Osbourne is famous for biting the head off bats and snorting ants, but don't ask him to sign your colostomy bag. The rocker admits he was appalled when a cancer survivor approached him at a ...
Mar 13th, 2010
Ozzy Osbourne is famous for biting the head off bats and snorting ants, but don't ask him to sign your colostomy bag. The rocker admits he was appalled when a cancer survivor approached him at a ...
Court Orders Kid Rock To Pay Up
Mar 13th, 2010
Rock star Kid Rock has been ordered to pay out $35,000 to three men he fought with outside a Los Angeles hotel in 2006. The men filed suit against the "All Summer Long" hitmaker last year and ini...
Mar 13th, 2010
Rock star Kid Rock has been ordered to pay out $35,000 to three men he fought with outside a Los Angeles hotel in 2006. The men filed suit against the "All Summer Long" hitmaker last year and ini...
Heavy Security To Handle Metallica's Venezuelan Concert
Mar 13th, 2010
Heavy rockers Metallica have boosted security at their upcoming Caracas show in Venezuela in an effort to make sure there isn't a repeat of riots that soured recent shows in Chile and Colombia. T...
Mar 13th, 2010
Heavy rockers Metallica have boosted security at their upcoming Caracas show in Venezuela in an effort to make sure there isn't a repeat of riots that soured recent shows in Chile and Colombia. T...
'Sex And The City' Star Jason Lewis Always Sleeps Naked
Mar 13th, 2010
"I sleep in nothing. Nothing gets between me and my sheets. There really shouldn't be anything between the two of you. Otherwise, you might as well just get two twin beds!" "Sex & The City" hunk Ja...
Mar 13th, 2010
"I sleep in nothing. Nothing gets between me and my sheets. There really shouldn't be anything between the two of you. Otherwise, you might as well just get two twin beds!" "Sex & The City" hunk Ja...
Amanda Seyfried Is A Songwriter
Mar 13th, 2010
Amanda Seyfried's musical ambitions were given a boost by her latest movie "Dear John" - she wrote a song which appeared o fef n the film's soundtrack. The actress, who showcased her musical ability i...
Mar 13th, 2010
Amanda Seyfried's musical ambitions were given a boost by her latest movie "Dear John" - she wrote a song which appeared o fef n the film's soundtrack. The actress, who showcased her musical ability i...
Preview: Expect Lots Of Drama And Excitement In 'The Celebrity Apprentice'
Mar 13th, 2010
Donald Trump is back with the third season of The Celebrity Apprentice, premiering on NBC Sunday, March 14th at 9:00 pm. This season's celebrities promise to bring a lot of drama and head-but...
Mar 13th, 2010
Donald Trump is back with the third season of The Celebrity Apprentice, premiering on NBC Sunday, March 14th at 9:00 pm. This season's celebrities promise to bring a lot of drama and head-but...
'Twilight' Star Peter Facinelli & Wife Jennie Garth Make Hallmark Movie
Mar 13th, 2010
Hollywood couple Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli are teaming up for a new TV movie, which will mark the "Twilight" star's debut as a screenwriter. The actor has penned a script, which is being t...
Mar 13th, 2010
Hollywood couple Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli are teaming up for a new TV movie, which will mark the "Twilight" star's debut as a screenwriter. The actor has penned a script, which is being t...
Preview: New FOX Comedy 'Sons Of Tucson'
Mar 13th, 2010
Sons of Tucson is not Fox's answer to the hardcore motorcycle drama Sons of Anarchy on FX. It's an unorthodox family comedy where three boys hire a slacker (Tyler Labine) to play their ...
Mar 13th, 2010
Sons of Tucson is not Fox's answer to the hardcore motorcycle drama Sons of Anarchy on FX. It's an unorthodox family comedy where three boys hire a slacker (Tyler Labine) to play their ...
'Jurassic Park' Child Star Re-Teams With Spielberg In 'The Pacific'
Mar 13th, 2010
Steven Spielberg has cast a familiar face in his new World War II mini-series "The Pacific" - he's handed a role to "Jurassic Park" child star Joe Mazzello. Mazzello was just nine when he was cas...
Mar 13th, 2010
Steven Spielberg has cast a familiar face in his new World War II mini-series "The Pacific" - he's handed a role to "Jurassic Park" child star Joe Mazzello. Mazzello was just nine when he was cas...
Jennifer Love Hewitt & Jamie Kennedy Break Up
Mar 13th, 2010
Jennifer Love Hewitt has split from her "Ghost Whisperer" co-star Jamie Kennedy, according to reports. The couple began dating early last year after Hewitt ended her relationship with former fiance...
Mar 13th, 2010
Jennifer Love Hewitt has split from her "Ghost Whisperer" co-star Jamie Kennedy, according to reports. The couple began dating early last year after Hewitt ended her relationship with former fiance...
Lady Gaga Puts An End To Hermaphrodite Rumors
Mar 13th, 2010
Lady Gaga has poked fun at reports she's a hermaphrodite at the beginning of her racy new video for "Telephone" by stripping off in a jail cell. The "Poker Face" hitmaker is led to through a pris...
Mar 13th, 2010
Lady Gaga has poked fun at reports she's a hermaphrodite at the beginning of her racy new video for "Telephone" by stripping off in a jail cell. The "Poker Face" hitmaker is led to through a pris...
TV DVD Spring Cleaning: How Do You Decide What DVDs To Purge?
Mar 13th, 2010
For those of you too young to remember what it was like to have a video collection in the pre-digital days of VHS, lemme tell ya… It was a pain in the butt. Bulky, inconvenient plastic block...
Mar 13th, 2010
For those of you too young to remember what it was like to have a video collection in the pre-digital days of VHS, lemme tell ya… It was a pain in the butt. Bulky, inconvenient plastic block...
Family Asks Fans For Money For Corey Haim's Funeral
Mar 13th, 2010
Corey Haim's family members have started an online fund so the dead star can have a proper funeral in his native Toronto, Canada. The "Lost Boys" star, who died of a suspected drug overdose in Lo...
Mar 13th, 2010
Corey Haim's family members have started an online fund so the dead star can have a proper funeral in his native Toronto, Canada. The "Lost Boys" star, who died of a suspected drug overdose in Lo...
Check Out the Photo of Melanie Brown's New Shaved Head
Mar 14th, 2010
What's the deal with singer Melanie Brown's newly shaved head? The former Spice Girl arrived at the grand opening of Matt Goss Live from Caesars Palace in Vegas this weekend looking decidedly different. Is it daring or just plain disastrous? I think Mel B might be taking a cue from Cassie Ventura with her latest wacky hairstyle. If you look closely at the photo, you'll notice that one side is long and coifed while the other is, well, non existent. //
Mar 14th, 2010
What's the deal with singer Melanie Brown's newly shaved head? The former Spice Girl arrived at the grand opening of Matt Goss Live from Caesars Palace in Vegas this weekend looking decidedly different. Is it daring or just plain disastrous? I think Mel B might be taking a cue from Cassie Ventura with her latest wacky hairstyle. If you look closely at the photo, you'll notice that one side is long and coifed while the other is, well, non existent. //
Former Friends Star David Schwimmer and Zoe Buckman are Engaged
Mar 14th, 2010
It looks like former Friends star David Schwimmer has finally found the one and is officially engaged. David popped the question to photographer Zoe Buckman and she happily accepted, according to reports from EW.com. While there is a fairly significant age difference here with David being 43 and Zoe 24, hopefully it won't pose a problem for these two lovebirds. More Engaged Celebrities in Hollywood Photo Credit: Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images. Former Friends Star David Schwimmer and Zoe Buckman are Engaged originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Sunday, March 14th, 2010 at 14:25:26.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Mar 14th, 2010
It looks like former Friends star David Schwimmer has finally found the one and is officially engaged. David popped the question to photographer Zoe Buckman and she happily accepted, according to reports from EW.com. While there is a fairly significant age difference here with David being 43 and Zoe 24, hopefully it won't pose a problem for these two lovebirds. More Engaged Celebrities in Hollywood Photo Credit: Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images. Former Friends Star David Schwimmer and Zoe Buckman are Engaged originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Sunday, March 14th, 2010 at 14:25:26.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jamie Kennedy Break Up
Mar 13th, 2010
After a year of blissful dating, Ghost Whisperer stars Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jamie Kennedy have decided to break up. Before you jump to conclusions and assume that someone cheated, that doesn't appear to be the case here. A source close to the couple wanted to set the record straight. "It wasn't contentious. It had kind of just run its course," the source told People. Could busy work schedules have played a part in Jennifer and Jamie's sudden split? "She's working constantly, and Jamie's working on the show and touring. It just isn't conducive to a relationship, the source added." I'm sorry, but I just don't buy that. We all work (well, ok, maybe not Paris Hilton) and we all still somehow manage to maintain lives outside of our careers, right? Celebrity Couples Who Met on Set Photo Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images.Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jamie Kennedy Break Up originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Saturday, March 13th, 2010 at 11:02:27.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Mar 13th, 2010
After a year of blissful dating, Ghost Whisperer stars Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jamie Kennedy have decided to break up. Before you jump to conclusions and assume that someone cheated, that doesn't appear to be the case here. A source close to the couple wanted to set the record straight. "It wasn't contentious. It had kind of just run its course," the source told People. Could busy work schedules have played a part in Jennifer and Jamie's sudden split? "She's working constantly, and Jamie's working on the show and touring. It just isn't conducive to a relationship, the source added." I'm sorry, but I just don't buy that. We all work (well, ok, maybe not Paris Hilton) and we all still somehow manage to maintain lives outside of our careers, right? Celebrity Couples Who Met on Set Photo Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images.Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jamie Kennedy Break Up originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Saturday, March 13th, 2010 at 11:02:27.Permalink | Comment | Email this
The Power of Facebook - Betty White to Host SNL on May 8
Mar 11th, 2010
If you ever doubted the sheer power of Facebook to make things happen, here's the evidence. Following an incredible push via a recent Facebook campaign, former Golden Girls star Betty White has just been tapped to host Saturday Night Live on May 8. The episode will have a Mother's Day theme and Betty, 88, will be joined by a few former SNL favorites such as Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Molly Shannon, Maya Rudolph, Ana Gasteyer and Rachel Dratch. Photo Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images. The Power of Facebook - Betty White to Host SNL on May 8 originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Thursday, March 11th, 2010 at 09:42:46.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Mar 11th, 2010
If you ever doubted the sheer power of Facebook to make things happen, here's the evidence. Following an incredible push via a recent Facebook campaign, former Golden Girls star Betty White has just been tapped to host Saturday Night Live on May 8. The episode will have a Mother's Day theme and Betty, 88, will be joined by a few former SNL favorites such as Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Molly Shannon, Maya Rudolph, Ana Gasteyer and Rachel Dratch. Photo Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images. The Power of Facebook - Betty White to Host SNL on May 8 originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Thursday, March 11th, 2010 at 09:42:46.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Actor Corey Haim Dead at 38 in Los Angeles
Mar 10th, 2010
Actor Corey Haim was found unresponsive early Wednesday morning in his Los Angeles apartment, according to reports from People. He was pronounced dead at Providence St. Joseph's Medical Center. Corey, 38, is said to have died of an accidental overdose, but details have not yet been released. It's not secret that Corey has battled drugs and alcohol for years, but somehow he always managed to pull through. He was best known for films such as The Lost Boys, Lucas and License to Drive. R.I.P Corey Haim. Photo Credit: Michael Buckner/Getty Images. Actor Corey Haim Dead at 38 in Los Angeles originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 at 08:56:59.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Mar 10th, 2010
Actor Corey Haim was found unresponsive early Wednesday morning in his Los Angeles apartment, according to reports from People. He was pronounced dead at Providence St. Joseph's Medical Center. Corey, 38, is said to have died of an accidental overdose, but details have not yet been released. It's not secret that Corey has battled drugs and alcohol for years, but somehow he always managed to pull through. He was best known for films such as The Lost Boys, Lucas and License to Drive. R.I.P Corey Haim. Photo Credit: Michael Buckner/Getty Images. Actor Corey Haim Dead at 38 in Los Angeles originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 at 08:56:59.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Meet Reese Witherspoon's New Boyfriend - Jim Toth
Mar 7th, 2010
It's only been a few months since she and Jake Gyllenhaal called it quits on their relationship, but rumor has it that Reese Witherspoon has already found herself a new man. Who is he? Word on the street is that Reese, 33, has been quietly dating CAA agent Jim Toth and things appear to be getting serious between them. Wait - Didn't she and Jake break up over the fact that they wanted different things? He wanted marriage and she wasn't interested in traveling down that road again. Could this new guy be just the one to change her mind? Photo Credit: Hector Mata/Getty Images. Meet Reese Witherspoon's New Boyfriend - Jim Toth originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Monday, March 8th, 2010 at 01:00:18.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Mar 7th, 2010
It's only been a few months since she and Jake Gyllenhaal called it quits on their relationship, but rumor has it that Reese Witherspoon has already found herself a new man. Who is he? Word on the street is that Reese, 33, has been quietly dating CAA agent Jim Toth and things appear to be getting serious between them. Wait - Didn't she and Jake break up over the fact that they wanted different things? He wanted marriage and she wasn't interested in traveling down that road again. Could this new guy be just the one to change her mind? Photo Credit: Hector Mata/Getty Images. Meet Reese Witherspoon's New Boyfriend - Jim Toth originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Monday, March 8th, 2010 at 01:00:18.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Hollywood Baby Update - Jenna, Rebecca, and Chandi
Mar 5th, 2010
Accidentally on Purpose star Jenna Elfman and her husband Bodhi Elfman welcomed a baby boy named Easton Quinn Monroe Elfman on Tuesday March 2 in Los Angeles. He joins big brother Story Elias, 2. Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane, 37, and his wife Rebecca Gayheart, 38, welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on Wednesday March 3 in Los Angeles. Their new daughter's name is Billie Beatrice. Actor Joey Lawrence, 33, and his wife Chandi Yawn-Nelson welcomed a new baby girl named Liberty Grace Lawrence on Thursday March 4. She joins big sister Charleston, 3. Photo of Jenna and Bodhi: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images. Hollywood Baby Update - Jenna, Rebecca, and Chandi originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Friday, March 5th, 2010 at 15:59:08.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Mar 5th, 2010
Accidentally on Purpose star Jenna Elfman and her husband Bodhi Elfman welcomed a baby boy named Easton Quinn Monroe Elfman on Tuesday March 2 in Los Angeles. He joins big brother Story Elias, 2. Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane, 37, and his wife Rebecca Gayheart, 38, welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on Wednesday March 3 in Los Angeles. Their new daughter's name is Billie Beatrice. Actor Joey Lawrence, 33, and his wife Chandi Yawn-Nelson welcomed a new baby girl named Liberty Grace Lawrence on Thursday March 4. She joins big sister Charleston, 3. Photo of Jenna and Bodhi: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images. Hollywood Baby Update - Jenna, Rebecca, and Chandi originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Friday, March 5th, 2010 at 15:59:08.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Trouble in Paradise for Newlyweds Khloe and Lamar?
Mar 3rd, 2010
In an attempt to hit back at the tabloids alleging that Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom's new marriage may already be over, the reality star took to her blog. Some of the gossip magazines have apparently been reporting that there is trouble in paradise for not only Khloe, 25, and Lamar, 30, but also her sister Kourtney and her baby daddy Scott Disick. Khloe writes: "My sisters and I had a great laugh this morning. Star and InTouch decided to attack our relationships. Apparently I'm heading for divorce, Kim was dumped and Kourt was duped. Wow, sad week for us Kardashian sisters, and how coincidental that this all happened at the same time! Lamar and I are obsessed and can barely be away from each other," she posted on her personal blog. While Khloe may have set the record straight regarding her own relationship, something tells me that her sister Kourtney's situation might be a little bit different. You'd only need to see one episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians to know that Scott isn't exactly boyfriend of the year material. She claims that he's trying, but I'll believe it when I actually see it. Photo Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images. Trouble in Paradise for Newlyweds Khloe and Lamar? originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010 at 21:40:47.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Mar 3rd, 2010
In an attempt to hit back at the tabloids alleging that Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom's new marriage may already be over, the reality star took to her blog. Some of the gossip magazines have apparently been reporting that there is trouble in paradise for not only Khloe, 25, and Lamar, 30, but also her sister Kourtney and her baby daddy Scott Disick. Khloe writes: "My sisters and I had a great laugh this morning. Star and InTouch decided to attack our relationships. Apparently I'm heading for divorce, Kim was dumped and Kourt was duped. Wow, sad week for us Kardashian sisters, and how coincidental that this all happened at the same time! Lamar and I are obsessed and can barely be away from each other," she posted on her personal blog. While Khloe may have set the record straight regarding her own relationship, something tells me that her sister Kourtney's situation might be a little bit different. You'd only need to see one episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians to know that Scott isn't exactly boyfriend of the year material. She claims that he's trying, but I'll believe it when I actually see it. Photo Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images. Trouble in Paradise for Newlyweds Khloe and Lamar? originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010 at 21:40:47.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Meet the New Bachelorette - Ali Fedotowsky
Mar 2nd, 2010
The Bachelor's Jake Pavelka handed out his final rose last night and shockingly, it went to Vienna Giraldi. Let's just say that she wasn't exactly a fan favorite. In my opinion, one of the most liked women from this last season would definitely be Ali Fedotowsky. She and Jake had what appeared to be genuine chemistry and potential. However, when her job forced her to head home or risk being unemployed, Ali made her decision. She packed her bags and walked out on Jake and the opportunity of a lifetime. It looks like she's getting another shot at love as ABC just announced that Ali will be hosting the next season of The Bachelorette. Here's what I'm wondering: If Ali was 'forced' to abandon the final weeks of The Bachelor to avoid losing her job, how does she plan to pull a disappearing act when it comes time to film her own show? Is Ali suddenly willing to put love before her career? Meet the New Bachelorette - Ali Fedotowsky originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 at 08:08:53.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Mar 2nd, 2010
The Bachelor's Jake Pavelka handed out his final rose last night and shockingly, it went to Vienna Giraldi. Let's just say that she wasn't exactly a fan favorite. In my opinion, one of the most liked women from this last season would definitely be Ali Fedotowsky. She and Jake had what appeared to be genuine chemistry and potential. However, when her job forced her to head home or risk being unemployed, Ali made her decision. She packed her bags and walked out on Jake and the opportunity of a lifetime. It looks like she's getting another shot at love as ABC just announced that Ali will be hosting the next season of The Bachelorette. Here's what I'm wondering: If Ali was 'forced' to abandon the final weeks of The Bachelor to avoid losing her job, how does she plan to pull a disappearing act when it comes time to film her own show? Is Ali suddenly willing to put love before her career? Meet the New Bachelorette - Ali Fedotowsky originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 at 08:08:53.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Jim Carrey's Daughter Jane Welcomes a New Son
Mar 1st, 2010
Just a few days shy of her March 3 due date, Jim Carrey's daughter Jane gave birth to her first child on Friday in Los Angeles. Jane and her husband singer Alex Santana welcomed a baby boy named Jackson Riley Santana into the world, according to People magazine. Jim, 47, posted a photo on his Twitter page and happily exclaimed, "Jackson Riley Santana, My Grandson, Born today! This is what 7lbs.11oz. of Calfornia dynomite looks like!" Something tells me this kid is in for some serious laughs with slapstick comedian Jim Carrey as his grandfather. Photo Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images. Jim Carrey's Daughter Jane Welcomes a New Son originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Monday, March 1st, 2010 at 08:18:49.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Mar 1st, 2010
Just a few days shy of her March 3 due date, Jim Carrey's daughter Jane gave birth to her first child on Friday in Los Angeles. Jane and her husband singer Alex Santana welcomed a baby boy named Jackson Riley Santana into the world, according to People magazine. Jim, 47, posted a photo on his Twitter page and happily exclaimed, "Jackson Riley Santana, My Grandson, Born today! This is what 7lbs.11oz. of Calfornia dynomite looks like!" Something tells me this kid is in for some serious laughs with slapstick comedian Jim Carrey as his grandfather. Photo Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images. Jim Carrey's Daughter Jane Welcomes a New Son originally appeared on About.com Celebrity Gossip on Monday, March 1st, 2010 at 08:18:49.Permalink | Comment | Email this
Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video: A Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet
Mar 12th, 2010
From Batman to Quentin Tarantino, we analyze every influence on the epic clip.By James Montgomery and Eric Ditzian Lady Gaga in her "Telephone" video Photo: Interscope As soon as Lady Gaga's epic "Telephone" video premiered, her ultra-obsessive fans (not to mention even the most casual of pop-culture observers) began picking it apart, frame by frame. It was a pretty big job. 'Telephone' Cheat Sheet Photos Because while it's a feast for the eyes, "Telephone" is also a sort of "all-you fef -can-eat" buffet for those who dine almost exclusively on popular culture, full of nods to cult films and comics, eclectic icons, underground bands and internationally famous pop legends, and even the occasional commercial (there are an awful lot of not-too-discreet product placements sprinkled throughout). Sorting through it all is a head-spinning experience, which is why we've done all the dirty work for you. Here — after hours spent analyzing each second of the clip until our eyeballs frizzled in our skulls — is our pop-culture cheat sheet for Lady Gaga's "Telephone" video, alphabetized and cross-referenced for your convenience. "Batman": Classic '60s-era TV series starring Adam West — animated "Smack!" and "Wroom!" graphics call to mind the Dark Knight's "Pow!" and "Zonk!"-assisted fight sequences. "Caged Heat": Prototypical chicks-in-prison flick. Gaga's schlocky, sexually charged jailhouse is ripped right from this 1974 feast of beefed-up guards, brawling babes and naked flesh. Captain America & Wonder Woman: Iconic crime-fighting comic book superheroes. Beyoncé's stars-and-stripes uniform during her post-murder-spree dance-sequence riff on the Captain's color scheme and the Woman's silhouette. Diet Coke: Refreshing, sugar-free carbonated beverage, dangerous when coupled with Mentos. Doubles as Gaga's impromptu hair-curlers during video's "catfight" sequence. Doom: English crust-punk band that burned brightly from 1987-1990, faded away, then reformed this year. Their logo is visible on Gaga's studded leather jacket during same sequence. Double-Breasted Drive-Thru: Logo seen on cup in Beyoncé's P---y Wagon. Does not actually exist, though it could be a reference to the "Double D's Drive-Thru" made (somewhat) famous on FunnyOrDie.com. Germanotta, Natali: Gaga's younger sister. Looks eerily similar to pre-The Fame Gaga. Also looks eerily like a de-thawed Snooki. Appears in the video's prison scenes. Hermaphrodite: Rumors that Gaga was a hermap fef hrodite were widespread in 2009. They are jokingly referenced by one of the prison guards who, after stripping Gaga in her jail cell, remarks, "I told you she didn't have a d---." "High and Dry": Single off Radiohead's 1995 album The Bends. Two videos were filmed for the song, one of which is set in a diner very similar to the one in "Telephone." The fact that death (and contemplative drinking of coffee) is involved in both is also noteworthy. Jackson, Michael: Late, great King of Pop. Gaga pays tribute to him by breaking into an MJ-esque shuffle after being bailed out of jail. "Kill Bill": Quentin Tarantino's two-part martial arts epic. Uma Thurman's garish P---y Wagon reappears as Gaga and Beyoncé's getaway mobile. LaChapelle, David: Photographer/director whose hyper-saturated work is clearly a touchstone for much of the video, particularly the scenes that feature Gaga wrapped in electric-yellow police tape. Lava: Majestic female Great Dane, sister of the late Rumpus. Both featured prominently in Gaga's "Poker Face" video and Lava has since worked with Gaga in "Bad Romance." She is visible in the diner sequences in "Telephone." "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels": Guy Ritchie's stylized take on the crime genre. The quick-cutting, sound effect-heavy diner murder scene is vintage Ritchie. Madonna: Undisputed pop legend. Gaga has teamed with her in the past (on "Saturday Night Live"), and her short blond tresses in the prison dance sequence seem like a direct homage to Madge's hairstyle in the "Vogue" video. Meyer, Russ: The campy king of sexploitation cinema. Top-heavy women in lingerie, the mix of female violence and sensuality, the often shoestring-budget aesthetic — all this and more points directly at Meyer. "Natural Born Killers": Woody Harrelson and Juliette Lewis' serial-killing satire. With the diner's dusty locale, Gaga and Beyoncé's gleeful massacre and the send-up of news media reportage, "NBK" has its bloody fingerprints all over "Telephone." fef Page, Bettie: Exotic pinup queen of the 1950s. Her short-banged look is mirrored by Beyoncé in the "Telephone" video (and, for that matter, the "Video Phone" clip too.) "Pulp Fiction": Quentin Tarantino's Oscar-winning gangland revelation. From the diner setting to the casual "Honey" pet names that Gaga and Beyoncé exchange, Tarantino's 1994 gun-and-drug-soaked adventure pops up again and again in this music video. Radio KUK: Fictional station heard on the P---y Wagon's radio. Could be an homage to the "Grand Theft Auto" franchise, or KLON radio, the station that makes an appearance on the Queens of the Stone Age's 2007 album Songs for the Deaf. Or we may be reaching a tad. Rodriguez, Jai: Former "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" culture expert. Makes a cameo as a TV reporter following the carnage inside the diner. Semi Precious Weapons: Gaga's pals and tourmates. Appear in the diner sequence, where they are poisoned. "Thelma & Louise": Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon's female-empowerment road movie. As Gaga and Beyoncé clasp hands and drive off into the unknown, there can be no mistaking the allusion to this film's speeding-car-off-a-cliff shocker of an ending. Twain, Shania: Canadian-born pop-country star. The leopard skin outfit she wears in her "That Don't Impress Me Much" video seems to have directly inspired Gaga's getup towards the end of "Telephone," when she performs in front of the P---y Wagon. WNS News: Fictional news outlet that employs Jai Rodriguez. Perhaps a nod to New York's famous 1010 WINS news radio station, which Gaga undoubtedly heard every time she leapt into a cab. Then again, perhaps we're reaching here. Well, did we miss any refererences? What do you think of Lady Gaga's "Telephone" video? Let us know in the comments below! Related Videos The Top Secret 'Telephone' Video Related Photos Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet Photos Related Artists Lady Gaga
Mar 12th, 2010
From Batman to Quentin Tarantino, we analyze every influence on the epic clip.By James Montgomery and Eric Ditzian Lady Gaga in her "Telephone" video Photo: Interscope As soon as Lady Gaga's epic "Telephone" video premiered, her ultra-obsessive fans (not to mention even the most casual of pop-culture observers) began picking it apart, frame by frame. It was a pretty big job. 'Telephone' Cheat Sheet Photos Because while it's a feast for the eyes, "Telephone" is also a sort of "all-you fef -can-eat" buffet for those who dine almost exclusively on popular culture, full of nods to cult films and comics, eclectic icons, underground bands and internationally famous pop legends, and even the occasional commercial (there are an awful lot of not-too-discreet product placements sprinkled throughout). Sorting through it all is a head-spinning experience, which is why we've done all the dirty work for you. Here — after hours spent analyzing each second of the clip until our eyeballs frizzled in our skulls — is our pop-culture cheat sheet for Lady Gaga's "Telephone" video, alphabetized and cross-referenced for your convenience. "Batman": Classic '60s-era TV series starring Adam West — animated "Smack!" and "Wroom!" graphics call to mind the Dark Knight's "Pow!" and "Zonk!"-assisted fight sequences. "Caged Heat": Prototypical chicks-in-prison flick. Gaga's schlocky, sexually charged jailhouse is ripped right from this 1974 feast of beefed-up guards, brawling babes and naked flesh. Captain America & Wonder Woman: Iconic crime-fighting comic book superheroes. Beyoncé's stars-and-stripes uniform during her post-murder-spree dance-sequence riff on the Captain's color scheme and the Woman's silhouette. Diet Coke: Refreshing, sugar-free carbonated beverage, dangerous when coupled with Mentos. Doubles as Gaga's impromptu hair-curlers during video's "catfight" sequence. Doom: English crust-punk band that burned brightly from 1987-1990, faded away, then reformed this year. Their logo is visible on Gaga's studded leather jacket during same sequence. Double-Breasted Drive-Thru: Logo seen on cup in Beyoncé's P---y Wagon. Does not actually exist, though it could be a reference to the "Double D's Drive-Thru" made (somewhat) famous on FunnyOrDie.com. Germanotta, Natali: Gaga's younger sister. Looks eerily similar to pre-The Fame Gaga. Also looks eerily like a de-thawed Snooki. Appears in the video's prison scenes. Hermaphrodite: Rumors that Gaga was a hermap fef hrodite were widespread in 2009. They are jokingly referenced by one of the prison guards who, after stripping Gaga in her jail cell, remarks, "I told you she didn't have a d---." "High and Dry": Single off Radiohead's 1995 album The Bends. Two videos were filmed for the song, one of which is set in a diner very similar to the one in "Telephone." The fact that death (and contemplative drinking of coffee) is involved in both is also noteworthy. Jackson, Michael: Late, great King of Pop. Gaga pays tribute to him by breaking into an MJ-esque shuffle after being bailed out of jail. "Kill Bill": Quentin Tarantino's two-part martial arts epic. Uma Thurman's garish P---y Wagon reappears as Gaga and Beyoncé's getaway mobile. LaChapelle, David: Photographer/director whose hyper-saturated work is clearly a touchstone for much of the video, particularly the scenes that feature Gaga wrapped in electric-yellow police tape. Lava: Majestic female Great Dane, sister of the late Rumpus. Both featured prominently in Gaga's "Poker Face" video and Lava has since worked with Gaga in "Bad Romance." She is visible in the diner sequences in "Telephone." "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels": Guy Ritchie's stylized take on the crime genre. The quick-cutting, sound effect-heavy diner murder scene is vintage Ritchie. Madonna: Undisputed pop legend. Gaga has teamed with her in the past (on "Saturday Night Live"), and her short blond tresses in the prison dance sequence seem like a direct homage to Madge's hairstyle in the "Vogue" video. Meyer, Russ: The campy king of sexploitation cinema. Top-heavy women in lingerie, the mix of female violence and sensuality, the often shoestring-budget aesthetic — all this and more points directly at Meyer. "Natural Born Killers": Woody Harrelson and Juliette Lewis' serial-killing satire. With the diner's dusty locale, Gaga and Beyoncé's gleeful massacre and the send-up of news media reportage, "NBK" has its bloody fingerprints all over "Telephone." fef Page, Bettie: Exotic pinup queen of the 1950s. Her short-banged look is mirrored by Beyoncé in the "Telephone" video (and, for that matter, the "Video Phone" clip too.) "Pulp Fiction": Quentin Tarantino's Oscar-winning gangland revelation. From the diner setting to the casual "Honey" pet names that Gaga and Beyoncé exchange, Tarantino's 1994 gun-and-drug-soaked adventure pops up again and again in this music video. Radio KUK: Fictional station heard on the P---y Wagon's radio. Could be an homage to the "Grand Theft Auto" franchise, or KLON radio, the station that makes an appearance on the Queens of the Stone Age's 2007 album Songs for the Deaf. Or we may be reaching a tad. Rodriguez, Jai: Former "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" culture expert. Makes a cameo as a TV reporter following the carnage inside the diner. Semi Precious Weapons: Gaga's pals and tourmates. Appear in the diner sequence, where they are poisoned. "Thelma & Louise": Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon's female-empowerment road movie. As Gaga and Beyoncé clasp hands and drive off into the unknown, there can be no mistaking the allusion to this film's speeding-car-off-a-cliff shocker of an ending. Twain, Shania: Canadian-born pop-country star. The leopard skin outfit she wears in her "That Don't Impress Me Much" video seems to have directly inspired Gaga's getup towards the end of "Telephone," when she performs in front of the P---y Wagon. WNS News: Fictional news outlet that employs Jai Rodriguez. Perhaps a nod to New York's famous 1010 WINS news radio station, which Gaga undoubtedly heard every time she leapt into a cab. Then again, perhaps we're reaching here. Well, did we miss any refererences? What do you think of Lady Gaga's "Telephone" video? Let us know in the comments below! Related Videos The Top Secret 'Telephone' Video Related Photos Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet Photos Related Artists Lady Gaga
Kenna's 'Summit On The Summit' Continues Fight For Clean Water
Mar 14th, 2010
'If we don't take care of it across the world, we'll certainly be facing the issue here at home,' he says of lack of clean drinking water.By James Montgomery Kenna at the State Department Photo: U.S. State Department The stated goal of Kenna's "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro" was to raise awareness about the global clean-water crisis — more than 1 billion people do not have access to clean drinking water and water-related diseases claim the lives of nearly 4 million people each year — because, as he put it, "What's more noticeable than climbing a mountain?" In January, along with a team of 300 that included fellow musicians Lupe Fiasco and Santigold, actors Jessica Biel, Emile Hirsch (not to mention scientists, United Nations ambassadors, a film crew and experienced guides), Kenna began his climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, battling freezing rain, gashing rocks and dizzying atmospheric conditions on his way to the peak, some 19,000 feet above sea level. Their trek was documented in "Summit" — which premiered Sunday on MTV — and followed by fans online and, accordingly, awareness was raised. But now that he's back down from the mountain, Kenna says the real struggle has just begun. Because with no mountain left to climb, Kenna and company are tasked with keeping that awareness alive and, in the process, trying to keep the U.S. government from slashing funding for support of clean-water initiatives. It was actually a battle he began fighting before the ascent up Kilimanjaro even began. "In November, I went to the State Department and Congress, spent time with [Congresswoman] Nita Lowey. I went there to ask them if I was to climb a mountain to raise awareness, would it help raise awareness in Washington to get appropriations?" Kenna told MTV News. "The response was, 'Well, good luck, because it would certainly be helpful.' " So he climbed. And then he went back to Washington, along with a team that included United Nations Foundation ambassador Elizabeth Gore, with the express purpose of securing appropriations for fighting water-borne diseases. "We went down and did a photo exhibition at the State Department to show just how serious this issue is. We sat down with Congressman [Earl] Blumenaur in [House Speaker] Nancy Pelosi's conference room," Kenna said. "He was one of the first to write [Senator] Paul Simon's 'Water for the World.' We went there to ask hard questions, like, 'Are we spending too much money on things t fef hat are interconnected with the water issue?' Because water is the issue. "We spend billions of dollars on the prevention of HIV and AIDS, but only hundreds of millions on [preventing] water-borne diseases on other things? And the two issues are related," he continued. "A woman or a child will walk six miles to get some water, outside of any kind of secure area, and what if one of those women and children gets raped and gets HIV? They will then be taking antiviral medications with compromised water. Or, more commonly, if a child is chasing water, he or she never went to school, never learned about HIV. That same kid will have to take antivirals with compromised water. Basically, how are the anitvirals going to benefit somebody when they're going to die from water with water-borne diseases?" And while the goal was to secure necessary appropriations, Kenna and his team also prevented the government from cutting the level of funding from $300 million down to $200 million. For now, they'll take that small victory, but the goal — according to Gore — is much, much higher. "We lose a child every 15 seconds to lack of water, so when we went to Washington, we asked Congress for $500 million in appropriations, because we believe we can end this crisis," she said. "That took guts and teamwork to do and I could never have done it on my own — none of us could, which is why we went together, because if we could climb a mountain, we could certainly do anything." Kenna said that the end results of his team's visit to Washington will be seen on March 22 — World Water Day. He hopes that the State Department will consider what he and the team had to say and that appropriations will be secured. He's optimistic, but at the same time cautions, "I'll leave it to them to communicate." And in the meantime, the fight to secure clean water continues. Both Kenna and Gore are championing a text-to-donate system — just texting the world "send" to 90999 will give $10 to the U.N. Foundation, which translates into 1,000 liters of water, enough to benefit a child for an entire year. And he hopes that long after the memories of his trip up Kilimanjaro fade, people will still remember the message behind that climb. Because at the end of the day, the clean-water crisis affects all of us, even if we don't realize it just yet. "We as a human race tend to be short-sighted. We pay attention to things right in front of us and, frankly, we miss the plot. We mean well, but we miss the plot. For me, it's less of an interesting thing to text and donate, than it is for people to educate themselves about the issue," Kenna said. "It already affects a billion people. And if you turn on the news, you hear about states like California and Virginia not having enough water already. So it's coming here. And if we don't take care of it across the world, we'll certainly be facing the issue here at home." Find out what you can do to help solve the global water crisis now at the "Summit on the Summit" Web site. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Related Photos 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Red Carpet
Mar 14th, 2010
'If we don't take care of it across the world, we'll certainly be facing the issue here at home,' he says of lack of clean drinking water.By James Montgomery Kenna at the State Department Photo: U.S. State Department The stated goal of Kenna's "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro" was to raise awareness about the global clean-water crisis — more than 1 billion people do not have access to clean drinking water and water-related diseases claim the lives of nearly 4 million people each year — because, as he put it, "What's more noticeable than climbing a mountain?" In January, along with a team of 300 that included fellow musicians Lupe Fiasco and Santigold, actors Jessica Biel, Emile Hirsch (not to mention scientists, United Nations ambassadors, a film crew and experienced guides), Kenna began his climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, battling freezing rain, gashing rocks and dizzying atmospheric conditions on his way to the peak, some 19,000 feet above sea level. Their trek was documented in "Summit" — which premiered Sunday on MTV — and followed by fans online and, accordingly, awareness was raised. But now that he's back down from the mountain, Kenna says the real struggle has just begun. Because with no mountain left to climb, Kenna and company are tasked with keeping that awareness alive and, in the process, trying to keep the U.S. government from slashing funding for support of clean-water initiatives. It was actually a battle he began fighting before the ascent up Kilimanjaro even began. "In November, I went to the State Department and Congress, spent time with [Congresswoman] Nita Lowey. I went there to ask them if I was to climb a mountain to raise awareness, would it help raise awareness in Washington to get appropriations?" Kenna told MTV News. "The response was, 'Well, good luck, because it would certainly be helpful.' " So he climbed. And then he went back to Washington, along with a team that included United Nations Foundation ambassador Elizabeth Gore, with the express purpose of securing appropriations for fighting water-borne diseases. "We went down and did a photo exhibition at the State Department to show just how serious this issue is. We sat down with Congressman [Earl] Blumenaur in [House Speaker] Nancy Pelosi's conference room," Kenna said. "He was one of the first to write [Senator] Paul Simon's 'Water for the World.' We went there to ask hard questions, like, 'Are we spending too much money on things t fef hat are interconnected with the water issue?' Because water is the issue. "We spend billions of dollars on the prevention of HIV and AIDS, but only hundreds of millions on [preventing] water-borne diseases on other things? And the two issues are related," he continued. "A woman or a child will walk six miles to get some water, outside of any kind of secure area, and what if one of those women and children gets raped and gets HIV? They will then be taking antiviral medications with compromised water. Or, more commonly, if a child is chasing water, he or she never went to school, never learned about HIV. That same kid will have to take antivirals with compromised water. Basically, how are the anitvirals going to benefit somebody when they're going to die from water with water-borne diseases?" And while the goal was to secure necessary appropriations, Kenna and his team also prevented the government from cutting the level of funding from $300 million down to $200 million. For now, they'll take that small victory, but the goal — according to Gore — is much, much higher. "We lose a child every 15 seconds to lack of water, so when we went to Washington, we asked Congress for $500 million in appropriations, because we believe we can end this crisis," she said. "That took guts and teamwork to do and I could never have done it on my own — none of us could, which is why we went together, because if we could climb a mountain, we could certainly do anything." Kenna said that the end results of his team's visit to Washington will be seen on March 22 — World Water Day. He hopes that the State Department will consider what he and the team had to say and that appropriations will be secured. He's optimistic, but at the same time cautions, "I'll leave it to them to communicate." And in the meantime, the fight to secure clean water continues. Both Kenna and Gore are championing a text-to-donate system — just texting the world "send" to 90999 will give $10 to the U.N. Foundation, which translates into 1,000 liters of water, enough to benefit a child for an entire year. And he hopes that long after the memories of his trip up Kilimanjaro fade, people will still remember the message behind that climb. Because at the end of the day, the clean-water crisis affects all of us, even if we don't realize it just yet. "We as a human race tend to be short-sighted. We pay attention to things right in front of us and, frankly, we miss the plot. We mean well, but we miss the plot. For me, it's less of an interesting thing to text and donate, than it is for people to educate themselves about the issue," Kenna said. "It already affects a billion people. And if you turn on the news, you hear about states like California and Virginia not having enough water already. So it's coming here. And if we don't take care of it across the world, we'll certainly be facing the issue here at home." Find out what you can do to help solve the global water crisis now at the "Summit on the Summit" Web site. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Related Photos 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Red Carpet
We Follow 'Hope For Haiti Now' Donations With World Food Programme
Mar 12th, 2010
MTV News crew met with WFP's Louis Hamann to see how food donations are being distributed in Haiti.By Gil Kaufman Sway and members of the World Food Programme visit a haitian home Photo: MTV News Haiti faces untold challenges as the Caribbean island nation tries to dig out and recover from the devastating 7.0 earthquake that leveled thousands of buildings and killed more than 200,000 in January. In addition to medical attention and shelter in advance of the rainy season, one of the most crucial needs continues to be food aid to the millions of Haitians left homeless in the wake of the disaster. MTV News returned to the island in late February to follow the trail of some of the more than $65 million raised during January's "Hope for Haiti Now" telethon. We dropped in on staffers from the 50-year-old United Nations World Food Programme, which delivers life-saving food to victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters across the globe. Even before the quake, conditions were desperate in Haiti, the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere, with poverty and hunger already rampant. But the destruction of so many homes, businesses and government buildings made conditions even more dire for the chronically hungry and impoverished. MTV's Sway traveled to Haiti to document the work of the WFP, applying stickers to a few 110-pound bags of urgently needed rice to follow their path to hungry Haitians. Surrounded by bags of food in the port of the nation's devastated capital, Port-au-Prince, WFP's Louis Hamann said the organization has brought in about 25,000 metric tons of food (around 55 million pounds) to date. "It just gives you an idea of how massive this operation is for us here in Haiti," he said, noting that the $58 million grant from "Hope for Haiti Now" has helped the organization buy, ship and distribute the food aid to those most in need, possibly for the next year. Rice is an obvious first-choice staple to distribute because it is easy to store, cook and share and a little goes a long way. "The reason that it's only rice right now is to make sure that we reach everybody quickly and efficiently [and] calm down the food situation in Port-au-Prince," said Hamann, who added that the plan is to move to a "more traditional basket" of food items featuring staples of the Haitian diet in the next weeks and months. Sway also visited a massive staging area where trucks were loaded up with bags of rice that were delivered early in the morning to the sea of refugees set up in a temporary fef tent city inside the Sylvio Cator Soccer Stadium near the island's capital. As the thousands inside the stadium lined up for food aid early in the morning, they were quickly joined by thousands more looking for rice, an example of the more than 3,000 families that line up every day in just one location to haul away the heavy bags. MTV's crew then followed one of those families as they carried a bag back to their crumpled home, a pile of rubble and twisted metal, where the rice would be cooked over a makeshift carbon stove by widowed mother Myrthile Joseph. "Thank you to everyone that donated for Haiti from all over the world," said a grateful Joseph. "Thank you for the distribution that is going to the people in need." Learn more about what you can do to help with earthquake-relief efforts in Haiti, and for more information, see Think MTV. Visit HopeForHaitiNow.org or call (877) 99-HAITI to make a donation now. Related Videos Making Progress In Haiti
Mar 12th, 2010
MTV News crew met with WFP's Louis Hamann to see how food donations are being distributed in Haiti.By Gil Kaufman Sway and members of the World Food Programme visit a haitian home Photo: MTV News Haiti faces untold challenges as the Caribbean island nation tries to dig out and recover from the devastating 7.0 earthquake that leveled thousands of buildings and killed more than 200,000 in January. In addition to medical attention and shelter in advance of the rainy season, one of the most crucial needs continues to be food aid to the millions of Haitians left homeless in the wake of the disaster. MTV News returned to the island in late February to follow the trail of some of the more than $65 million raised during January's "Hope for Haiti Now" telethon. We dropped in on staffers from the 50-year-old United Nations World Food Programme, which delivers life-saving food to victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters across the globe. Even before the quake, conditions were desperate in Haiti, the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere, with poverty and hunger already rampant. But the destruction of so many homes, businesses and government buildings made conditions even more dire for the chronically hungry and impoverished. MTV's Sway traveled to Haiti to document the work of the WFP, applying stickers to a few 110-pound bags of urgently needed rice to follow their path to hungry Haitians. Surrounded by bags of food in the port of the nation's devastated capital, Port-au-Prince, WFP's Louis Hamann said the organization has brought in about 25,000 metric tons of food (around 55 million pounds) to date. "It just gives you an idea of how massive this operation is for us here in Haiti," he said, noting that the $58 million grant from "Hope for Haiti Now" has helped the organization buy, ship and distribute the food aid to those most in need, possibly for the next year. Rice is an obvious first-choice staple to distribute because it is easy to store, cook and share and a little goes a long way. "The reason that it's only rice right now is to make sure that we reach everybody quickly and efficiently [and] calm down the food situation in Port-au-Prince," said Hamann, who added that the plan is to move to a "more traditional basket" of food items featuring staples of the Haitian diet in the next weeks and months. Sway also visited a massive staging area where trucks were loaded up with bags of rice that were delivered early in the morning to the sea of refugees set up in a temporary fef tent city inside the Sylvio Cator Soccer Stadium near the island's capital. As the thousands inside the stadium lined up for food aid early in the morning, they were quickly joined by thousands more looking for rice, an example of the more than 3,000 families that line up every day in just one location to haul away the heavy bags. MTV's crew then followed one of those families as they carried a bag back to their crumpled home, a pile of rubble and twisted metal, where the rice would be cooked over a makeshift carbon stove by widowed mother Myrthile Joseph. "Thank you to everyone that donated for Haiti from all over the world," said a grateful Joseph. "Thank you for the distribution that is going to the people in need." Learn more about what you can do to help with earthquake-relief efforts in Haiti, and for more information, see Think MTV. Visit HopeForHaitiNow.org or call (877) 99-HAITI to make a donation now. Related Videos Making Progress In Haiti
Jay-Z Shouts Out Notorious B.I.G. During Nets Groundbreaking Event
Mar 12th, 2010
'We did it again, Brooklyn,' Jay says in reference to Biggie's Source Awards speeches.By Shaheem Reid Jay-Z and Notorious B.I.G. Photo: Roc-A-Fella Leave it to Jay-Z. On Thursday, Hov was in Brooklyn at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Barclays Center, the future home of the New Jersey Nets, the NBA team he co-owns. When it was Jay's time to speak, not only did he tell the crowd — which included Beyoncé, the Reverend Al Sharpton and the mayor and governor of New York — about the realizations of his own dreams, but Jigga also shouted out the other half of "Brooklyn's Finest." "What I stand here and represent is hope for Brooklyn, New York City. I'm a son of Brooklyn, I'm from Marcy projects," Jay said. "I think about growing up in Brooklyn in the Marcy projects and shooting jump shots, thinking I can make it to the NBA. Now I stand here as an owner of a team that's coming back to Bro fef oklyn. The pride in that, and bringing that dream so much closer for people, brings me so much pride I get a little nervous about it. But I'm very happy, very excited about this day. And we did it again, Brooklyn — shout-out to [Notorious] B.I.G." The tail end of Jay's speech hearkened back to the 1995 Source Awards, where Biggie shouted out Brooklyn during his multiple acceptance speeches. After Jodeci presented him with Album of the Year, Big — wearing a white towel on his head — and a horde of others came onstage to address the crowd. "I wanna give mad love to my daughter, my moms, my manager, Gucci, my wife," he said. "We did it, Brooklyn. We did it. All them sh--. [I won] all of them [awards]. One love to all y'all mutha----as." The Notorious B.I.G. was gunned down in Los Angeles 13 years ago Tuesday. Related Artists Notorious B.I.G. Jay-Z
Mar 12th, 2010
'We did it again, Brooklyn,' Jay says in reference to Biggie's Source Awards speeches.By Shaheem Reid Jay-Z and Notorious B.I.G. Photo: Roc-A-Fella Leave it to Jay-Z. On Thursday, Hov was in Brooklyn at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Barclays Center, the future home of the New Jersey Nets, the NBA team he co-owns. When it was Jay's time to speak, not only did he tell the crowd — which included Beyoncé, the Reverend Al Sharpton and the mayor and governor of New York — about the realizations of his own dreams, but Jigga also shouted out the other half of "Brooklyn's Finest." "What I stand here and represent is hope for Brooklyn, New York City. I'm a son of Brooklyn, I'm from Marcy projects," Jay said. "I think about growing up in Brooklyn in the Marcy projects and shooting jump shots, thinking I can make it to the NBA. Now I stand here as an owner of a team that's coming back to Bro fef oklyn. The pride in that, and bringing that dream so much closer for people, brings me so much pride I get a little nervous about it. But I'm very happy, very excited about this day. And we did it again, Brooklyn — shout-out to [Notorious] B.I.G." The tail end of Jay's speech hearkened back to the 1995 Source Awards, where Biggie shouted out Brooklyn during his multiple acceptance speeches. After Jodeci presented him with Album of the Year, Big — wearing a white towel on his head — and a horde of others came onstage to address the crowd. "I wanna give mad love to my daughter, my moms, my manager, Gucci, my wife," he said. "We did it, Brooklyn. We did it. All them sh--. [I won] all of them [awards]. One love to all y'all mutha----as." The Notorious B.I.G. was gunned down in Los Angeles 13 years ago Tuesday. Related Artists Notorious B.I.G. Jay-Z
Alex Lambert Says 'American Idol' Stage Fright Was 'All In My Head'
Mar 12th, 2010
He also addresses Ellen's metaphors: 'I probably won't be able to look at a banana the same way.'By Katie Byrne Alex Lambert performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images While Alex Lambert's nerves got the best of him during his early "American Idol" performances, the singer seemed to be getting on the right track, choosing perfect-fit songs by Ray LaMontagne and John Legend. Unfortunately, Lambert fell victim to Thursday's shocking results night and didn't quite make the top 12, along with fellow castoffs Lilly Scott, Katelyn Epperly and Todrick Hall. We caught up with him Friday (March 12) to talk about his surprise elimination, what's next and much more. Q: After you were eliminated, you said that you had more to show America. What did you mean by that? A: When I said I want to break out of my shell and show America what I can do, man, honestly, every time I got up there, I couldn't even sing my best because I was so nervous, and I have a whole series of songs that I can sing that sound so much better fef than singing on the show. I don't regret anything, because it's the beginning of my career. I have never really been onstage before, so I think I did great for not having any experience. Q: Do you think you'll be able to get past the nerves and have a music career? A: I feel like I'm already past it. I feel like I just needed a few more weeks of just having a little bit more experience on that stage. ... It wasn't a nerve thing, because I would get up there and be comfortable and it felt right, but I didn't know how to look at the camera. I didn't know how to interact with the audience, because I had never done it before. I mean, definitely, it's something that I'll easily be able to get past. Q: Did you get a chance to talk to the judges after the show? A: They talked to me, and they pretty much told me that I need more experience. And it's true, but I felt like, vocally, it was my time. ... I didn't have enough experience on the stage is pretty much what they were telling me. They all know I have a good voice, and they told me I had a lot of future ahead of me. Q: The judges have made a big deal about the contestants knowing what kind of artist they want to be. Do you know? A: I know exactly what kind of artist I want to be. I really would like to do a bunch of acoustic stuff and I would also like some R&B tracks — a whole bunch of different stuff. I know my voice and what I can and cannot do, and I know what would sound good on what, and I believe that I could sound good on not only one genre of music; I could put it on anything. Q: What helped you through the nerves? Did the judges help or your friends or ... A: I would say it was all me. The only person who was going to help me overcome my nervousness and my stage fright was me, and it was all in my head. I could have gone up there and had a great performance, but in my head, I was thinking to nail the song vocally, and I wasn't really worried about performing, I guess. I never thought that the show was so much of a performing show as a singing competition. I had it in my head so much, like, "I want my vocals to be so much better than everyone else's." And I guess that's all. I lost track of the fact that this is a TV show. Q: When the show came back from commercial after you were eliminated, things looked pretty emotional. What was going on? A: A lot of people were talking to me and, yeah, it was emotional, because a lot of people weren't expecting the people that went home to go home. There's people in the top 12 that everyone thought was going home, and then when they found out it was me, that whole day I was nervous, and people were like, "Dude, why are you nervous? You have no reason to be nervous. You're going to be here." And then when I got cut, they were just like, "What?!?" And a lot of people that were upset were like, "I made it and he didn't?" Q: Do you think if you'd made it to the top 12 you would have been encouraged to cut off your mullet? A: [Laughs.] The stylists have already asked me if I wanted to cut it. I mean, even if they did tell me to — yeah, they probably would want me to cut it, but I wouldn't let them cut it. I wouldn't ever let them cut my mullet. Q: What did you think of Ellen's constant banana metaphors? A: [Laughs.] Well, I mean, I know it's all for entertainment, but it does make sense, I guess. I mean, I probably won't be able to look at a banana the same way. Were you sad to see Alex go? fef Will you listen to his post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Mar 12th, 2010
He also addresses Ellen's metaphors: 'I probably won't be able to look at a banana the same way.'By Katie Byrne Alex Lambert performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images While Alex Lambert's nerves got the best of him during his early "American Idol" performances, the singer seemed to be getting on the right track, choosing perfect-fit songs by Ray LaMontagne and John Legend. Unfortunately, Lambert fell victim to Thursday's shocking results night and didn't quite make the top 12, along with fellow castoffs Lilly Scott, Katelyn Epperly and Todrick Hall. We caught up with him Friday (March 12) to talk about his surprise elimination, what's next and much more. Q: After you were eliminated, you said that you had more to show America. What did you mean by that? A: When I said I want to break out of my shell and show America what I can do, man, honestly, every time I got up there, I couldn't even sing my best because I was so nervous, and I have a whole series of songs that I can sing that sound so much better fef than singing on the show. I don't regret anything, because it's the beginning of my career. I have never really been onstage before, so I think I did great for not having any experience. Q: Do you think you'll be able to get past the nerves and have a music career? A: I feel like I'm already past it. I feel like I just needed a few more weeks of just having a little bit more experience on that stage. ... It wasn't a nerve thing, because I would get up there and be comfortable and it felt right, but I didn't know how to look at the camera. I didn't know how to interact with the audience, because I had never done it before. I mean, definitely, it's something that I'll easily be able to get past. Q: Did you get a chance to talk to the judges after the show? A: They talked to me, and they pretty much told me that I need more experience. And it's true, but I felt like, vocally, it was my time. ... I didn't have enough experience on the stage is pretty much what they were telling me. They all know I have a good voice, and they told me I had a lot of future ahead of me. Q: The judges have made a big deal about the contestants knowing what kind of artist they want to be. Do you know? A: I know exactly what kind of artist I want to be. I really would like to do a bunch of acoustic stuff and I would also like some R&B tracks — a whole bunch of different stuff. I know my voice and what I can and cannot do, and I know what would sound good on what, and I believe that I could sound good on not only one genre of music; I could put it on anything. Q: What helped you through the nerves? Did the judges help or your friends or ... A: I would say it was all me. The only person who was going to help me overcome my nervousness and my stage fright was me, and it was all in my head. I could have gone up there and had a great performance, but in my head, I was thinking to nail the song vocally, and I wasn't really worried about performing, I guess. I never thought that the show was so much of a performing show as a singing competition. I had it in my head so much, like, "I want my vocals to be so much better than everyone else's." And I guess that's all. I lost track of the fact that this is a TV show. Q: When the show came back from commercial after you were eliminated, things looked pretty emotional. What was going on? A: A lot of people were talking to me and, yeah, it was emotional, because a lot of people weren't expecting the people that went home to go home. There's people in the top 12 that everyone thought was going home, and then when they found out it was me, that whole day I was nervous, and people were like, "Dude, why are you nervous? You have no reason to be nervous. You're going to be here." And then when I got cut, they were just like, "What?!?" And a lot of people that were upset were like, "I made it and he didn't?" Q: Do you think if you'd made it to the top 12 you would have been encouraged to cut off your mullet? A: [Laughs.] The stylists have already asked me if I wanted to cut it. I mean, even if they did tell me to — yeah, they probably would want me to cut it, but I wouldn't let them cut it. I wouldn't ever let them cut my mullet. Q: What did you think of Ellen's constant banana metaphors? A: [Laughs.] Well, I mean, I know it's all for entertainment, but it does make sense, I guess. I mean, I probably won't be able to look at a banana the same way. Were you sad to see Alex go? fef Will you listen to his post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Style Is 'Amazing,' Co-Star Jai Rodriguez Says
Mar 12th, 2010
'I love the Bettie Page bangs and the aesthetic of the film noir and the hair,' he says.By Jocelyn Vena Lady Gaga in her "Telephone" video Photo: Interscope Lady Gaga rocks many interesting looks in her "Telephone" music video, from crime-scene tape, a '40s suit and hat, a bikini and jacket made of leather and studs to a leopard-print leotard and an American-flag-print bikini. Oh, and let's not forget all her telephone-inspired headgear. Beyoncé also gets her fashionista on, thanks to an American-flag dress, a yellow latex dress with matching cowboy hat and a funky military-inspired blue satin top with cutoff denim shorts. TV personality Jai Rodriguez, who appears in the video as a reporter, said the looks are amazing. "I think the military thing [is the best]," he told MTV News. "The big, oversized, shoulder-paddy bedazzled jackets. I don't think it's something Beyoncé would have rocked on her own, but being in a Gaga video, she made it her own. Made it very B. I love the Bettie Page bangs and the aesthetic of the film noir and the hair. I thought that [suit she wears leaving the prison] was amazing. I love the film-noir thing." Rodriguez is already seeing the video's style influence in the real world, spotting girls wearing Gaga's fluorescent-yellow hair. Other fashion experts are noticing Gaga's fashion-icon status as well. "I think she's growing up nicely and starting to bust out on her own," "T fef he City" boss Kelly Cutrone told MTV News about the looks in the video. "I think she's making much stronger pop-art statements." What did you think of the fashion in the "Telephone" video? Will you be wearing any of the clip's looks in the real world? Let us know! Related Videos 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds The Top Secret 'Telephone' Video All The Buzz On Lady Gaga And Beyonce's 'Telephone' Related Photos Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet Photos Related Artists Beyoncé Lady Gaga
Mar 12th, 2010
'I love the Bettie Page bangs and the aesthetic of the film noir and the hair,' he says.By Jocelyn Vena Lady Gaga in her "Telephone" video Photo: Interscope Lady Gaga rocks many interesting looks in her "Telephone" music video, from crime-scene tape, a '40s suit and hat, a bikini and jacket made of leather and studs to a leopard-print leotard and an American-flag-print bikini. Oh, and let's not forget all her telephone-inspired headgear. Beyoncé also gets her fashionista on, thanks to an American-flag dress, a yellow latex dress with matching cowboy hat and a funky military-inspired blue satin top with cutoff denim shorts. TV personality Jai Rodriguez, who appears in the video as a reporter, said the looks are amazing. "I think the military thing [is the best]," he told MTV News. "The big, oversized, shoulder-paddy bedazzled jackets. I don't think it's something Beyoncé would have rocked on her own, but being in a Gaga video, she made it her own. Made it very B. I love the Bettie Page bangs and the aesthetic of the film noir and the hair. I thought that [suit she wears leaving the prison] was amazing. I love the film-noir thing." Rodriguez is already seeing the video's style influence in the real world, spotting girls wearing Gaga's fluorescent-yellow hair. Other fashion experts are noticing Gaga's fashion-icon status as well. "I think she's growing up nicely and starting to bust out on her own," "T fef he City" boss Kelly Cutrone told MTV News about the looks in the video. "I think she's making much stronger pop-art statements." What did you think of the fashion in the "Telephone" video? Will you be wearing any of the clip's looks in the real world? Let us know! Related Videos 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds The Top Secret 'Telephone' Video All The Buzz On Lady Gaga And Beyonce's 'Telephone' Related Photos Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet Photos Related Artists Beyoncé Lady Gaga
Lilly Scott Trades 'American Idol' For 'Indie Cred'
Mar 12th, 2010
'It was just my time to go out with a bang,' she says. Lilly Scott performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images Lilly Scott's name was often mentioned in the same breath as Crystal Bowersox's as this year's "American Idol" female powerhouses. Looks like Crystal has that title to herself now. Scott seemingly had a ticket to the top 12 with her well-received take on Patsy Cline's "I Fall to Pieces" and the coveted final performance slot, but her "Idol" journey came to an end, along with Alex Lambert, Katelyn Epperly and Todrick Hall, during Thursday's shocking results show. We caught up with Scott on Friday (March 12) to talk about her surprise elimination, what's next and much more. Q: After you were eliminated, you made it clear that you were frustrated. What was going through your mind? A: Originally, trying out, I really just wanted to kind of break the mold and just kinda be that offbeat c fef ontestant that did exactly what I wanted to do. ... I definitely have no regrets in that department. But just kind of watching certain people make it into the top 12 that have not done so well over the past three weeks and then based on the judges' comments on my three songs the past three weeks, I was just kinda frustrated, just kinda feeling like my fanbase wasn't really there, even though the judges and producers seemed to love me. I was feeling like I had a great run on the show. So I guess my fans weren't there. So I guess that's why I said, "I don't know what America wants to listen to." But then again, my voting demographic is probably more of the underground scene who probably doesn't even own a TV, and if they do, they're probably out riding their bike or doing something more productive than watching TV, let alone "American Idol." I guess they just weren't voting and that definitely was my falter. Q: Do you think singing the 50-year-old song "I Fall to Pieces" had anything to do with your downfall? A: I picked that song because I love Patsy Cline. It really describes who I want to be as an artist. But, then again, the "American Idol" voting demographic is probably mostly tweens, and I'm sure they don't know who Patsy Cline is. So that probably affected me. But I'm staying true to my song choices and I'm definitely having no regrets. I just feel like maybe my fanbase and the audience I was playing to, which is the underground market, literally wasn't watching the show and just supporting me in their hearts and not actually voting, and there's the whole deal of maybe people just assumed I was safe and chose not to vote. Obviously, I really have no idea what happened, though. Q: Did you expect to go home this early? A: I did and I didn't. In the past years I have watched "American Idol," and it seems like every year, the person that I fall in love with goes home. And if that's because I see true artistry in that contestant or I don't know what it is, but I definitely feel like I got cut early. I knew that I could have done a great job next week with Rolling Stones, and I knew I could of really kicked butt in the top 12, but maybe I was just too off the wall for people or it was just my time to go out with a bang so I can still keep my indie cred [and] kind of do my own thing without having the "American Idol" label over my head. Q: Do you know how close the vote was on Thursday? A: No, they really don't let us know any of that stuff. It's actually really unfortunate, because I'm one to think, "Screw the establishment!" But I definitely would love to know the statistics. I don't want to think anything was rigged, but I would also like to know how many votes I really had. Q: Who would be your dream collaborators? A: I would love to meet Thom Yorke from Radiohead and people like Björk, just really like the king and queen of the indie world. They're really who I kinda strive to be like as an artist, and their fanbase is so huge, and they're so respected as artists. Just every album they put out, I would love to collaborate with someone like them. Q: Did you ever consider singing songs by those artists instead of older choices? A: I definitely considered that, but in a way, the producers swayed me against doing songs like that, because they're almost less well-known than people like Sam Cooke and Patsy Cline. ... I mean, they're 100 percent well-known to me, but I actually did try to do "Nude" by Radiohead — which is their top-charting song, more than "Paranoid Android" or older songs — so that didn't get cleared. I just figured, I love classic rock, and I'm going to try to make that my niche fef this season, but unfortunately, indie underground music isn't really ready for the big breakthrough, and I think that was kind of reaffirmed last night by me getting voted off, that America may still not be ready to have that kind of music in the mainstream. Q: What do you see yourself doing in the music business now? A: I definitely feel like I would fit in the big film and festival circuit doing things like Coachella and Bonnaroo and really just doing some mass touring. I know that I can have a whole entire different kind of audience coming out to shows if I did tour. Recording is definitely on my list of things to do. I know there's a fanbase out there for me that is loving what I'm doing .I just don't necessarily think that would be the "American Idol" voting demographic, so that's kinda what I worried about. Day one of being on the show, I thought I could break the mold, but I guess it's another season of the same old stuff. [Laughs.] Were you sad to see Lilly go? Will you listen to her post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Mar 12th, 2010
'It was just my time to go out with a bang,' she says. Lilly Scott performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images Lilly Scott's name was often mentioned in the same breath as Crystal Bowersox's as this year's "American Idol" female powerhouses. Looks like Crystal has that title to herself now. Scott seemingly had a ticket to the top 12 with her well-received take on Patsy Cline's "I Fall to Pieces" and the coveted final performance slot, but her "Idol" journey came to an end, along with Alex Lambert, Katelyn Epperly and Todrick Hall, during Thursday's shocking results show. We caught up with Scott on Friday (March 12) to talk about her surprise elimination, what's next and much more. Q: After you were eliminated, you made it clear that you were frustrated. What was going through your mind? A: Originally, trying out, I really just wanted to kind of break the mold and just kinda be that offbeat c fef ontestant that did exactly what I wanted to do. ... I definitely have no regrets in that department. But just kind of watching certain people make it into the top 12 that have not done so well over the past three weeks and then based on the judges' comments on my three songs the past three weeks, I was just kinda frustrated, just kinda feeling like my fanbase wasn't really there, even though the judges and producers seemed to love me. I was feeling like I had a great run on the show. So I guess my fans weren't there. So I guess that's why I said, "I don't know what America wants to listen to." But then again, my voting demographic is probably more of the underground scene who probably doesn't even own a TV, and if they do, they're probably out riding their bike or doing something more productive than watching TV, let alone "American Idol." I guess they just weren't voting and that definitely was my falter. Q: Do you think singing the 50-year-old song "I Fall to Pieces" had anything to do with your downfall? A: I picked that song because I love Patsy Cline. It really describes who I want to be as an artist. But, then again, the "American Idol" voting demographic is probably mostly tweens, and I'm sure they don't know who Patsy Cline is. So that probably affected me. But I'm staying true to my song choices and I'm definitely having no regrets. I just feel like maybe my fanbase and the audience I was playing to, which is the underground market, literally wasn't watching the show and just supporting me in their hearts and not actually voting, and there's the whole deal of maybe people just assumed I was safe and chose not to vote. Obviously, I really have no idea what happened, though. Q: Did you expect to go home this early? A: I did and I didn't. In the past years I have watched "American Idol," and it seems like every year, the person that I fall in love with goes home. And if that's because I see true artistry in that contestant or I don't know what it is, but I definitely feel like I got cut early. I knew that I could have done a great job next week with Rolling Stones, and I knew I could of really kicked butt in the top 12, but maybe I was just too off the wall for people or it was just my time to go out with a bang so I can still keep my indie cred [and] kind of do my own thing without having the "American Idol" label over my head. Q: Do you know how close the vote was on Thursday? A: No, they really don't let us know any of that stuff. It's actually really unfortunate, because I'm one to think, "Screw the establishment!" But I definitely would love to know the statistics. I don't want to think anything was rigged, but I would also like to know how many votes I really had. Q: Who would be your dream collaborators? A: I would love to meet Thom Yorke from Radiohead and people like Björk, just really like the king and queen of the indie world. They're really who I kinda strive to be like as an artist, and their fanbase is so huge, and they're so respected as artists. Just every album they put out, I would love to collaborate with someone like them. Q: Did you ever consider singing songs by those artists instead of older choices? A: I definitely considered that, but in a way, the producers swayed me against doing songs like that, because they're almost less well-known than people like Sam Cooke and Patsy Cline. ... I mean, they're 100 percent well-known to me, but I actually did try to do "Nude" by Radiohead — which is their top-charting song, more than "Paranoid Android" or older songs — so that didn't get cleared. I just figured, I love classic rock, and I'm going to try to make that my niche fef this season, but unfortunately, indie underground music isn't really ready for the big breakthrough, and I think that was kind of reaffirmed last night by me getting voted off, that America may still not be ready to have that kind of music in the mainstream. Q: What do you see yourself doing in the music business now? A: I definitely feel like I would fit in the big film and festival circuit doing things like Coachella and Bonnaroo and really just doing some mass touring. I know that I can have a whole entire different kind of audience coming out to shows if I did tour. Recording is definitely on my list of things to do. I know there's a fanbase out there for me that is loving what I'm doing .I just don't necessarily think that would be the "American Idol" voting demographic, so that's kinda what I worried about. Day one of being on the show, I thought I could break the mold, but I guess it's another season of the same old stuff. [Laughs.] Were you sad to see Lilly go? Will you listen to her post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Corey Haim Might Have Been Involved In Illegal Prescription-Drug Ring
Mar 12th, 2010
Late actor's name was found on a fraudulent prescription obtained through a drug ring, authorities tell the AP.By MTV News staff Corey Haim in 2009 Photo: Joey Foley/ Getty Images Corey Haim may have been involved in a major drug ring that provided him with an illegal prescription for a painkiller, authorities told The Associated Press on Friday (March 12). During an investigation of the ring, the California attorney general's office found records of the fraudulent prescription in the late actor's name. Law-enforcement officials were investigating the dru fef g ring and whether Haim himself actually filed the prescription or if someone used his name to obtain it. Haim was found dead Wednesday, but coroner's officials have not yet determined his cause of death. According to the actor's manager, preliminary reports reveal that he died of an enlarged heart with water-filled lungs. The Los Angeles County coroner told Haim's mother that the culprit was pulmonary congestion, manager Mark Heaslip said. The initial buzz of what might have actually killed Haim came from the 1980s teen icon's decades-long struggle with drug addiction. Longtime friend and frequent co-star Corey Feldman asked Wednesday that people not "jump the gun" to conclude a drug overdose killed Haim. Heaslip, manager to both Feldman and Haim, said he seemed to be winning his battle against drug abuse in the weeks before his death. Haim was "weaned down to literally zero medications" in the past two weeks by an addiction specialist, Heaslip said Wednesday on CNN's "Issues With Jane Velez-Mitchell." The doctor "put him on a new line of medications," Feldman said on "Larry King Live" on Wednesday. Related Videos 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Remembering Corey Haim MTV Rough Cut: Corey Haim Related Photos Corey Haim: A Life In Photos
Mar 12th, 2010
Late actor's name was found on a fraudulent prescription obtained through a drug ring, authorities tell the AP.By MTV News staff Corey Haim in 2009 Photo: Joey Foley/ Getty Images Corey Haim may have been involved in a major drug ring that provided him with an illegal prescription for a painkiller, authorities told The Associated Press on Friday (March 12). During an investigation of the ring, the California attorney general's office found records of the fraudulent prescription in the late actor's name. Law-enforcement officials were investigating the dru fef g ring and whether Haim himself actually filed the prescription or if someone used his name to obtain it. Haim was found dead Wednesday, but coroner's officials have not yet determined his cause of death. According to the actor's manager, preliminary reports reveal that he died of an enlarged heart with water-filled lungs. The Los Angeles County coroner told Haim's mother that the culprit was pulmonary congestion, manager Mark Heaslip said. The initial buzz of what might have actually killed Haim came from the 1980s teen icon's decades-long struggle with drug addiction. Longtime friend and frequent co-star Corey Feldman asked Wednesday that people not "jump the gun" to conclude a drug overdose killed Haim. Heaslip, manager to both Feldman and Haim, said he seemed to be winning his battle against drug abuse in the weeks before his death. Haim was "weaned down to literally zero medications" in the past two weeks by an addiction specialist, Heaslip said Wednesday on CNN's "Issues With Jane Velez-Mitchell." The doctor "put him on a new line of medications," Feldman said on "Larry King Live" on Wednesday. Related Videos 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Remembering Corey Haim MTV Rough Cut: Corey Haim Related Photos Corey Haim: A Life In Photos
Justin Timberlake 'In Awe' Of 'Summit On The Summit' Climb
Mar 12th, 2010
Film that documents the climb airs Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV.By James Montgomery Justin Timberlake Photo: MTV News Justin Timberlake was there when his pal Kenna decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. In fact, he encouraged him to do it, and is "bummed" that his schedule didn't allow him to join his friend on the trek. "Kenna and I, every winter, we find a place to fef go snowboarding, and we were up on a mountain somewhere, snowboarding," Timberlake told MTV News. "We got onto the lift, and Kenna was talking about how, before, he had tried to climb Kilimanjaro." And there, the idea for "Summit on the Summit" was hatched. Unfortunately, due to work conflicts — the trek up Africa's highest peak was rescheduled several times and ultimately collided with Timberlake's filming for "The Social Network" — Justin didn't actually get to make the climb with Kenna. Instead, the likes of Lupe Fiasco and Santigold and actors Jessica Biel, Emile Hirsch and Isabel Lucas made the climb up Kilimanjaro, but Timberlake remained close to the action, getting daily updates on the trek. "I was getting sort of a texting diary from day to day," Timberlake recalled. "And the one thing I heard was ... the hardest part was the last day, obviously, because not only were they climbing from 16,000 to 19,000 feet, but that extra 3,000 was really brutal, because of the altitude. And on top of that, I think they woke up at 2:30 in the morning and had to climb the last 3,000 feet. I heard from all of them that the last 3,000 feet, every breath counted. Every single time you could conserve oxygen, you could feel it. It really counted. ... I'm in awe that they did it. I'm really impressed." Timberlake did record an introduction to the film that documents the climb — and highlights the global issue of clean water — called "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro." The 90-minute doc premiered Wednesday night in New York and will air Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV. And just because he didn't actually climb the mountain this time around, don't count him out just yet. "I was bummed that I wasn't able to do it, because I thought it would be a cool thing to do. Maybe one day I will," he laughed. "But it's really an inspiring idea and an inspiring task, and I was very proud of everyone who was involved with it. ... It says a lot about all the people who were involved in the climb, that they were sort of willing to put themselves out there ... to have cameras on them 24/7 and to say, 'Well, if this has any effect on anyone who's watching it, or creates any type of awareness, and gets $10 from one person, well, that's amazing.' " Tune in to "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro" Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV. And find out what you can do to help solve the global water crisis now at the "Summit on the Summit" Web site. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Related Photos 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Red Carpet Related Artists Justin Timberlake Kenna
Mar 12th, 2010
Film that documents the climb airs Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV.By James Montgomery Justin Timberlake Photo: MTV News Justin Timberlake was there when his pal Kenna decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. In fact, he encouraged him to do it, and is "bummed" that his schedule didn't allow him to join his friend on the trek. "Kenna and I, every winter, we find a place to fef go snowboarding, and we were up on a mountain somewhere, snowboarding," Timberlake told MTV News. "We got onto the lift, and Kenna was talking about how, before, he had tried to climb Kilimanjaro." And there, the idea for "Summit on the Summit" was hatched. Unfortunately, due to work conflicts — the trek up Africa's highest peak was rescheduled several times and ultimately collided with Timberlake's filming for "The Social Network" — Justin didn't actually get to make the climb with Kenna. Instead, the likes of Lupe Fiasco and Santigold and actors Jessica Biel, Emile Hirsch and Isabel Lucas made the climb up Kilimanjaro, but Timberlake remained close to the action, getting daily updates on the trek. "I was getting sort of a texting diary from day to day," Timberlake recalled. "And the one thing I heard was ... the hardest part was the last day, obviously, because not only were they climbing from 16,000 to 19,000 feet, but that extra 3,000 was really brutal, because of the altitude. And on top of that, I think they woke up at 2:30 in the morning and had to climb the last 3,000 feet. I heard from all of them that the last 3,000 feet, every breath counted. Every single time you could conserve oxygen, you could feel it. It really counted. ... I'm in awe that they did it. I'm really impressed." Timberlake did record an introduction to the film that documents the climb — and highlights the global issue of clean water — called "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro." The 90-minute doc premiered Wednesday night in New York and will air Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV. And just because he didn't actually climb the mountain this time around, don't count him out just yet. "I was bummed that I wasn't able to do it, because I thought it would be a cool thing to do. Maybe one day I will," he laughed. "But it's really an inspiring idea and an inspiring task, and I was very proud of everyone who was involved with it. ... It says a lot about all the people who were involved in the climb, that they were sort of willing to put themselves out there ... to have cameras on them 24/7 and to say, 'Well, if this has any effect on anyone who's watching it, or creates any type of awareness, and gets $10 from one person, well, that's amazing.' " Tune in to "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro" Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV. And find out what you can do to help solve the global water crisis now at the "Summit on the Summit" Web site. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Related Photos 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Red Carpet Related Artists Justin Timberlake Kenna
Katelyn Epperly Had 'Pride Issues' With Being On 'American Idol'
Mar 12th, 2010
'A talent competition is not necessarily my thing,' she says.By Katie Byrne Katelyn Epperly performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images Katelyn Epperly finally had a breakout "American Idol" performance last week with Coldplay's "The Scientist," even though the judges didn't see eye-to-eye on it. But the whole panel agreed that her take on Carole King's "I Feel the Earth Move" didn't live up to her potential. Even so, Epperly wasn't expected to get the boot on Thursday, but such was the theme of the shocking results night, when Lilly Scott, Alex Lambert and Todrick Hall were also sent packing. We caught up with the singer/songwriter to talk about her closest "Idol" allies, her next move and more. Q: Did you feel that the judges were especially hard on you this season? A: They were definitely more critical towards me. I'm not sure if it's possibly because I've been performing for so long. Maybe they expected more out of me than what I was giving them. But I started off on a pretty strong note, so maybe I didn't live up to their expectations week by week. Q: Did you sing "I Feel the Earth Move" to compensate for Simon's "corny" comments the week before? A: I totally did. I definitely was trying to find a song that would portray me as an artist, which is difficult for a singer/songwriter in this competition, because first of all, I don't listen to mainstream music, and second of all, I don't typically perform covers. So I kind of scrambled around last-minute trying to do something. I brought out the Wurlitzer keyboard. I wanted to do something edgier, and it didn't work out for me, but I definitely don't regret doing it, because I love that era. Q: You and Lilly seemed especially emotional during the results show. Why was that? A: Lilly and I have gotten really close, and from the start, we've flocked together. Crystal [Bowersox] too. I don't typically hang out with girls very often, so this was a rare thing for all three of us, actually. To really truly have female friends and to get along so well and to be so supportive of one another and turning and seeing them there — for me, it wasn't over. This is sort of a platform in my career. I wasn't so sad about that; I was sad to see them, and I'm gonna say it was a pretty big disappointment to me to see Lilly go home, because if I were to be at home watching that show, she would, by far, over all the other girls, not be the one going home. Q: What made you choose "The Scientist" last week? A& fef lt;/b>: It's definitely a song that comes to mind when I think about anything hard I've had to do, any sort of loss. It's a very touching, riveting song. I covered it a lot this summer and coped with a lot of things that I was going through. This is a song that is sad but also hopeful. When they said it was too slow, that was OK with me. I was waiting for that comment. I wanted to do it slow. I wanted to focus on the lyrics of the song. The song just cries, and I think I portrayed it, despite what the judges might have thought. Q: Are you especially rooting for anyone now that you're off the show? A: I wish them all well, because I've gotten to know them all, and everyone's worked so hard. Honestly, from the start, Crystal has been a very true, true friend to me and an honest person. And when she sings, it comes from the heart, and I know you've watched her. It's just natural for her, and she totally deserves it. I'm going to be pushing for her all the way. Q: Was it comforting to you for there to be so many other singer/songwriters in the competition this season? A: I think that's very important. That's actually what made me so much more OK with being on the show, because I did have some pride issues with it at first, because a talent competition is not necessarily my thing. I'm the kind of person who just likes to sing and dance and spend time with music instead of making it something competitive. I've seen so many singer/songwriters this year who really are credible and who have been working at it their whole lives and truly deserve it. They didn't just roll out of bed one day and want to be on a TV show and have an OK voice and a pretty face. So it was really fun to sit around backstage while we were rehearsing. We got to just jam out together. We'd all pass around the guitar and sing. It was awesome. Q: Would you have liked to sing your original songs on the show, if that were an option? A: That's a tough one. It would be really awesome because I feel like people like Lilly, Crystal and I and others, we would definitely excel in that kind of category. At the same time, it is a show where you get judged. It's really hard, because original music, especially the music I write, is filled with a lot of emotion and it's based on personal experiences, and I think it would be hard for me to get up in front of four people and for them to tell me my personal experiences are invalid and my song that I wrote when I was going through a hard time wasn't good enough. So its mixed and matched, but I definitely think it would be a cool twist to bring to a show and really bring to light some of those true musicians. Q: What's next? Will you head back to Iowa? A: I am planning on going back for now, since I'm flat broke. [Laughs.] I gotta go back to Des Moines and start working and continue to pursue recording and writing music with all sorts of different artists. The band called Lovedrug is a band I've been listening to since I was real young. I'm gonna get together with them and hopefully write some music with them as well as other artists. Just getting back in the studio and getting back to what I truly love to do. Were you sad to see Katelyn go? Will you listen to her post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Mar 12th, 2010
'A talent competition is not necessarily my thing,' she says.By Katie Byrne Katelyn Epperly performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images Katelyn Epperly finally had a breakout "American Idol" performance last week with Coldplay's "The Scientist," even though the judges didn't see eye-to-eye on it. But the whole panel agreed that her take on Carole King's "I Feel the Earth Move" didn't live up to her potential. Even so, Epperly wasn't expected to get the boot on Thursday, but such was the theme of the shocking results night, when Lilly Scott, Alex Lambert and Todrick Hall were also sent packing. We caught up with the singer/songwriter to talk about her closest "Idol" allies, her next move and more. Q: Did you feel that the judges were especially hard on you this season? A: They were definitely more critical towards me. I'm not sure if it's possibly because I've been performing for so long. Maybe they expected more out of me than what I was giving them. But I started off on a pretty strong note, so maybe I didn't live up to their expectations week by week. Q: Did you sing "I Feel the Earth Move" to compensate for Simon's "corny" comments the week before? A: I totally did. I definitely was trying to find a song that would portray me as an artist, which is difficult for a singer/songwriter in this competition, because first of all, I don't listen to mainstream music, and second of all, I don't typically perform covers. So I kind of scrambled around last-minute trying to do something. I brought out the Wurlitzer keyboard. I wanted to do something edgier, and it didn't work out for me, but I definitely don't regret doing it, because I love that era. Q: You and Lilly seemed especially emotional during the results show. Why was that? A: Lilly and I have gotten really close, and from the start, we've flocked together. Crystal [Bowersox] too. I don't typically hang out with girls very often, so this was a rare thing for all three of us, actually. To really truly have female friends and to get along so well and to be so supportive of one another and turning and seeing them there — for me, it wasn't over. This is sort of a platform in my career. I wasn't so sad about that; I was sad to see them, and I'm gonna say it was a pretty big disappointment to me to see Lilly go home, because if I were to be at home watching that show, she would, by far, over all the other girls, not be the one going home. Q: What made you choose "The Scientist" last week? A& fef lt;/b>: It's definitely a song that comes to mind when I think about anything hard I've had to do, any sort of loss. It's a very touching, riveting song. I covered it a lot this summer and coped with a lot of things that I was going through. This is a song that is sad but also hopeful. When they said it was too slow, that was OK with me. I was waiting for that comment. I wanted to do it slow. I wanted to focus on the lyrics of the song. The song just cries, and I think I portrayed it, despite what the judges might have thought. Q: Are you especially rooting for anyone now that you're off the show? A: I wish them all well, because I've gotten to know them all, and everyone's worked so hard. Honestly, from the start, Crystal has been a very true, true friend to me and an honest person. And when she sings, it comes from the heart, and I know you've watched her. It's just natural for her, and she totally deserves it. I'm going to be pushing for her all the way. Q: Was it comforting to you for there to be so many other singer/songwriters in the competition this season? A: I think that's very important. That's actually what made me so much more OK with being on the show, because I did have some pride issues with it at first, because a talent competition is not necessarily my thing. I'm the kind of person who just likes to sing and dance and spend time with music instead of making it something competitive. I've seen so many singer/songwriters this year who really are credible and who have been working at it their whole lives and truly deserve it. They didn't just roll out of bed one day and want to be on a TV show and have an OK voice and a pretty face. So it was really fun to sit around backstage while we were rehearsing. We got to just jam out together. We'd all pass around the guitar and sing. It was awesome. Q: Would you have liked to sing your original songs on the show, if that were an option? A: That's a tough one. It would be really awesome because I feel like people like Lilly, Crystal and I and others, we would definitely excel in that kind of category. At the same time, it is a show where you get judged. It's really hard, because original music, especially the music I write, is filled with a lot of emotion and it's based on personal experiences, and I think it would be hard for me to get up in front of four people and for them to tell me my personal experiences are invalid and my song that I wrote when I was going through a hard time wasn't good enough. So its mixed and matched, but I definitely think it would be a cool twist to bring to a show and really bring to light some of those true musicians. Q: What's next? Will you head back to Iowa? A: I am planning on going back for now, since I'm flat broke. [Laughs.] I gotta go back to Des Moines and start working and continue to pursue recording and writing music with all sorts of different artists. The band called Lovedrug is a band I've been listening to since I was real young. I'm gonna get together with them and hopefully write some music with them as well as other artists. Just getting back in the studio and getting back to what I truly love to do. Were you sad to see Katelyn go? Will you listen to her post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Gisele Bundchen to Launch Eco-Friendly Skincare Line
Mar 14th, 2010
Black/Startraks Always wanted to have beautiful skin like Gisele Bundchen? The supermodel — and new mom — is about to share the secrets to great skin with her new beauty line launching on March 15. Bndchen, who is a UN ambassador for environmental issues, is launching an eco-friendly line of products called Sejaa Pure [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Black/Startraks Always wanted to have beautiful skin like Gisele Bundchen? The supermodel — and new mom — is about to share the secrets to great skin with her new beauty line launching on March 15. Bndchen, who is a UN ambassador for environmental issues, is launching an eco-friendly line of products called Sejaa Pure [...]
Whose Look Rocked the ‘Runaways’ Premiere: Kristen or Dakota?
Mar 12th, 2010
Jeff Vespa/WireImage Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning are building quite a filmography together, first with the Twilight series and now with their biopic The Runaways. But while the off-screen friends may share similar taste in scripts, their styles tend to be fairly different — and last night’s L.A. premiere of The Runaways was no exception. [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
Jeff Vespa/WireImage Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning are building quite a filmography together, first with the Twilight series and now with their biopic The Runaways. But while the off-screen friends may share similar taste in scripts, their styles tend to be fairly different — and last night’s L.A. premiere of The Runaways was no exception. [...]
Will You Buy Gwyneth Paltrow’s Spring Fashion Must-Haves?
Mar 12th, 2010
Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic Just like every other fashionista, Gwyneth Paltrow is gearing up for spring, and the style star is sharing her must-haves for the season in her GOOP newsletter. “Hands down, our most coveted, most transitional must-have for spring is the dress. Put it in a rich royal sapphire color with classic details that DVF [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic Just like every other fashionista, Gwyneth Paltrow is gearing up for spring, and the style star is sharing her must-haves for the season in her GOOP newsletter. “Hands down, our most coveted, most transitional must-have for spring is the dress. Put it in a rich royal sapphire color with classic details that DVF [...]
Naomi Watts Revisits Her Childhood at Liberty of London for Target Launch
Mar 12th, 2010
James Devaney/WireImage Target’s designer collaborations always have bargain-hunting fashionistas eager to shop, and for the launch of Liberty of London’s first Target collection Naomi Watts was one of them. “I was born and raised in England and my mom’s an interior designer and was always obsessed with Liberty fabrics and textiles,” the star [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
James Devaney/WireImage Target’s designer collaborations always have bargain-hunting fashionistas eager to shop, and for the launch of Liberty of London’s first Target collection Naomi Watts was one of them. “I was born and raised in England and my mom’s an interior designer and was always obsessed with Liberty fabrics and textiles,” the star [...]
SATC Hunk Jason Lewis Admits To Sleeping in the Buff
Mar 11th, 2010
Marion Curtis/Startraks Ladies, all your fantasies have been answered — if only you were in Jason Lewis’s bedroom at night. “I sleep in nothing,” says Lewis, 38 with a laugh. “Nothing gets between me and my sheets!” The Sex and the City heartthrob spoke with PEOPLE at last night’s launch for Charisma’s new bath [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
Marion Curtis/Startraks Ladies, all your fantasies have been answered — if only you were in Jason Lewis’s bedroom at night. “I sleep in nothing,” says Lewis, 38 with a laugh. “Nothing gets between me and my sheets!” The Sex and the City heartthrob spoke with PEOPLE at last night’s launch for Charisma’s new bath [...]
WATCH: Alexander McQueen’s Final Collection Presented in Paris
Mar 11th, 2010
While collections from the world’s most famous design houses are shown during Paris Fashion Week, none will be more memorable than Alexander McQueen’s. The late designer, who took his own life just weeks ago, reduced the glamorous fashion crowd to tears with his final collection of signature bold prints–a Hollywood favorite of stars like Salma [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
While collections from the world’s most famous design houses are shown during Paris Fashion Week, none will be more memorable than Alexander McQueen’s. The late designer, who took his own life just weeks ago, reduced the glamorous fashion crowd to tears with his final collection of signature bold prints–a Hollywood favorite of stars like Salma [...]
Kate Gosselin’s Hair Switch-Up: Short Today, But Long Tomorrow?
Mar 11th, 2010
Brian Flannery/Flynet Lately, Kate Gosselin’s hair has experienced as many ups and downs as the reality show star herself. This week, the 34-year-old mother of eight stepped out with a cropped bob — a stark contrast to the shoulder-length extensions she’d been sporting courtesy of her 20-hour makeover from celebrity hairstylist Ted Gibson back [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
Brian Flannery/Flynet Lately, Kate Gosselin’s hair has experienced as many ups and downs as the reality show star herself. This week, the 34-year-old mother of eight stepped out with a cropped bob — a stark contrast to the shoulder-length extensions she’d been sporting courtesy of her 20-hour makeover from celebrity hairstylist Ted Gibson back [...]
Amy Winehouse Focuses on Fashion with New Line for Fred Perry
Mar 11th, 2010
Flynet When you think of Amy Winehouse, impeccable personal style might not be the first thought that pops into your mind. The singer, 26, is often seen in scruffy ballet shoes and jeans, along with her signature beehive — a look that has brought her regular mentions in the worst dressed lists. But there’s [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
Flynet When you think of Amy Winehouse, impeccable personal style might not be the first thought that pops into your mind. The singer, 26, is often seen in scruffy ballet shoes and jeans, along with her signature beehive — a look that has brought her regular mentions in the worst dressed lists. But there’s [...]
No Cocktails Included: ‘Mad Men’ Stars Immortalized as Barbies
Mar 11th, 2010
Courtesy Mattel, Inc. Mad Men’s Don and Betty Draper, Roger Sterling and Joan Holloway will become the latest screen stars to turn plastic. Mattel, Inc. will release a Barbie Collector line of dolls modeled after the award-winning show’s leading characters. Each doll will be made from Silkstone, a material that resembles the look and [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
Courtesy Mattel, Inc. Mad Men’s Don and Betty Draper, Roger Sterling and Joan Holloway will become the latest screen stars to turn plastic. Mattel, Inc. will release a Barbie Collector line of dolls modeled after the award-winning show’s leading characters. Each doll will be made from Silkstone, a material that resembles the look and [...]
EXCLUSIVE: Bid on Robert Pattinson’s ‘Remember Me’ Costumes!
Mar 10th, 2010
Bauer-Griffin Robert Pattinson fans will soon be able to take home a piece of the action from the Twilight heartthrob’s latest flick, Remember Me. Items such as Rob’s dreamy blue Prada suit, slip-in Birkenstocks, off-white LNA T-shirt and more of his costumes from the film will hit the live auction site icollector.com on [...]
Mar 10th, 2010
Bauer-Griffin Robert Pattinson fans will soon be able to take home a piece of the action from the Twilight heartthrob’s latest flick, Remember Me. Items such as Rob’s dreamy blue Prada suit, slip-in Birkenstocks, off-white LNA T-shirt and more of his costumes from the film will hit the live auction site icollector.com on [...]
Whitney Port is the Flawless New Face of Zeno Hot Spot
Mar 10th, 2010
Jamie McCarthy/Getty It’s official: Whitney Port is the new spokesperson for acne-fighting device Zeno Hotspot. “My career puts a lot of emphasis on having clear skin,” the MTV reality star explains of why she wanted to partner with the brand and star in a series of print ads and television spots as part [...]
Mar 10th, 2010
Jamie McCarthy/Getty It’s official: Whitney Port is the new spokesperson for acne-fighting device Zeno Hotspot. “My career puts a lot of emphasis on having clear skin,” the MTV reality star explains of why she wanted to partner with the brand and star in a series of print ads and television spots as part [...]
Kim, Kourtney and Khloe Add to Their Empire With PerfectSkin
Mar 10th, 2010
Seth Browarnik/Startraks Reggie Bush isn’t the only true love in Kim Kardashian’s life. The reality star can’t get enough of beauty products! Having already launched her own signature scent and recently admitting that her dream job would be as a Sephora shopgirl, Kim and her sisters are joining forces to promote new [...]
Mar 10th, 2010
Seth Browarnik/Startraks Reggie Bush isn’t the only true love in Kim Kardashian’s life. The reality star can’t get enough of beauty products! Having already launched her own signature scent and recently admitting that her dream job would be as a Sephora shopgirl, Kim and her sisters are joining forces to promote new [...]
Madonna’s Next Role: Fashion Designer!
Mar 10th, 2010
Gilbert Flores/Celebrity Photo From global pop sensation to high fashion model, is there anything Madonna can’t do? Apparently not. Joining forces with Iconix Brand Group, Inc. (the company behind such labels as Candie’s and Badgley Mischka), the Queen of Pop is set to take the fashion world by storm with the launch of her [...]
Mar 10th, 2010
Gilbert Flores/Celebrity Photo From global pop sensation to high fashion model, is there anything Madonna can’t do? Apparently not. Joining forces with Iconix Brand Group, Inc. (the company behind such labels as Candie’s and Badgley Mischka), the Queen of Pop is set to take the fashion world by storm with the launch of her [...]
SNEAK PEEK: Watch Nicole Richie Dish on Her Winter Kate Line
Mar 10th, 2010
var brightcovePlayerID = '';buildBrightcovePlayer(70984274001); With the launch of her ready-to-wear collection Winter Kate, Nicole Richie has grown her fashion business into an international force. The California girl recently took her much-anticipated line to London’s chic Selfridges department store where she was greeted by throngs of fans dying to get a first look at the Winter Kate [...]
Mar 10th, 2010
var brightcovePlayerID = '';buildBrightcovePlayer(70984274001); With the launch of her ready-to-wear collection Winter Kate, Nicole Richie has grown her fashion business into an international force. The California girl recently took her much-anticipated line to London’s chic Selfridges department store where she was greeted by throngs of fans dying to get a first look at the Winter Kate [...]
BUZZ: Jennifer Aniston to Launch Signature Fragrance?
Mar 9th, 2010
Fernando Allende/Broadimage Her hair has already spawned a million imitators, her casual cool style has inspired all of us to wear just jeans and a T-shirt with aplomb and now we may be able to look forward to smelling just like Jennifer Aniston too. WWD.com is reporting that Aniston is expected to [...]
Mar 9th, 2010
Fernando Allende/Broadimage Her hair has already spawned a million imitators, her casual cool style has inspired all of us to wear just jeans and a T-shirt with aplomb and now we may be able to look forward to smelling just like Jennifer Aniston too. WWD.com is reporting that Aniston is expected to [...]
Michelle Obama Donates “Masterpiece” Inaugural Gown to the Smithsonian
Mar 9th, 2010
Olivier Douliery/Abaca While many designers dreamed of creating Michelle Obama’s inaugural gown, it was young Jason Wu who nabbed the honor with his one-of-a-kind one shoulder ivory gown with delicate floral details. And today, the 27-year old designer stood next to the stylish First Lady, in a Prabal Gurung sheath, as his handiwork was donated [...]
Mar 9th, 2010
Olivier Douliery/Abaca While many designers dreamed of creating Michelle Obama’s inaugural gown, it was young Jason Wu who nabbed the honor with his one-of-a-kind one shoulder ivory gown with delicate floral details. And today, the 27-year old designer stood next to the stylish First Lady, in a Prabal Gurung sheath, as his handiwork was donated [...]
Bye-Bye Blonde! Katherine Heigl Goes Brunette: Love It or Hate It?
Mar 9th, 2010
Jean Baptiste Lacroix/WireImage Katherine Heigl may be returning to the halls of Seattle Grace Hospital, but she won’t be doing it as a blonde! The Grey’s Anatomy star stepped out for lunch yesterday in L.A. as a brunette! And while Katherine has become one of Hollywood’s most noteworthy blonde bombshells, we are loving her [...]
Mar 9th, 2010
Jean Baptiste Lacroix/WireImage Katherine Heigl may be returning to the halls of Seattle Grace Hospital, but she won’t be doing it as a blonde! The Grey’s Anatomy star stepped out for lunch yesterday in L.A. as a brunette! And while Katherine has become one of Hollywood’s most noteworthy blonde bombshells, we are loving her [...]
The Dish on Meryl Streep’s Oscar Gown — Designed by ‘Project Runway’ Alum Chris March!
Mar 8th, 2010
Kevin Mazur/Wireimage If Project Runway season four alum “almost fainted” when Meryl Streep asked him to design her Golden Globes dress, you can begin to imagine his ecstatic reaction to being tapped to design her Oscars’ gown. “I was thrilled and honored to get another call from Meryl,” Chris March tells PEOPLE.com. The always-charming [...]
Mar 8th, 2010
Kevin Mazur/Wireimage If Project Runway season four alum “almost fainted” when Meryl Streep asked him to design her Golden Globes dress, you can begin to imagine his ecstatic reaction to being tapped to design her Oscars’ gown. “I was thrilled and honored to get another call from Meryl,” Chris March tells PEOPLE.com. The always-charming [...]
George! Taylor! Jake! Which Hollywood Guy Was the Oscars’ Hottest?
Mar 8th, 2010
Todd Williamson/FilmMagic; Matt Sayles/AP; John Shearer/Getty The fashion spotlight may have focused on the ladies at the Academy Awards, but that doesn’t mean that Sandra Bullock, Penelope Cruz and Kristen Stewart were the night’s only scene-stealers. Hollywood’s leading men got suited up and ready to sizzle. But the question remains, which Hollywood hunk [...]
Mar 8th, 2010
Todd Williamson/FilmMagic; Matt Sayles/AP; John Shearer/Getty The fashion spotlight may have focused on the ladies at the Academy Awards, but that doesn’t mean that Sandra Bullock, Penelope Cruz and Kristen Stewart were the night’s only scene-stealers. Hollywood’s leading men got suited up and ready to sizzle. But the question remains, which Hollywood hunk [...]
VIDEO: Kellan Lutz’s Steamy Calvin Klein Underwear Commercial
Mar 8th, 2010
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Mar 8th, 2010
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Tool Academy 3 Recap - Episode 4 - Wedding Bells Are Stinging
Mar 14th, 2010
Courtney, we’ll miss the new and varied ways you found to show how remorseful you were. The episode of Tool Academy 3 opens inside the Tools’ room, where their huge blocks of free time must be taken up by either gym or bonding. “Do you make more noise at the gym, or in the bed?” Jordan [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Courtney, we’ll miss the new and varied ways you found to show how remorseful you were. The episode of Tool Academy 3 opens inside the Tools’ room, where their huge blocks of free time must be taken up by either gym or bonding. “Do you make more noise at the gym, or in the bed?” Jordan [...]
A Basement Affair - Episode 9 - Three More Minutes In Heaven
Mar 14th, 2010
Witness the birth of a euphemism! Hey look, guys! It’s sleepover time! Don’t act like you aren’t excited! Frank decides to crash upstairs with the ladies for the night because he’s “lonely.” I assume that’s code for “suffering from a painfully calloused right hand.” It’s all fun and games until Frank has a nic fit (that’s code [...]
Mar 14th, 2010
Witness the birth of a euphemism! Hey look, guys! It’s sleepover time! Don’t act like you aren’t excited! Frank decides to crash upstairs with the ladies for the night because he’s “lonely.” I assume that’s code for “suffering from a painfully calloused right hand.” It’s all fun and games until Frank has a nic fit (that’s code [...]
Corey Haim: The Celebrity Rehab Patient That Wasn’t
Mar 12th, 2010
Dr. Drew recently told People.com that he extended an invitation to Corey Haim to help with the actor’s ongoing struggle with drug use, but that Corey never got back to him. Drew says Corey “wasn’t embracing treatment in any real way” and specifically told Celebrity Rehab producers that he didn’t need help. “He’s dead. Do [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
Dr. Drew recently told People.com that he extended an invitation to Corey Haim to help with the actor’s ongoing struggle with drug use, but that Corey never got back to him. Drew says Corey “wasn’t embracing treatment in any real way” and specifically told Celebrity Rehab producers that he didn’t need help. “He’s dead. Do [...]
About That Post Item Regarding Ken Paves…
Mar 12th, 2010
Today, an item appeared in Page Six claiming that “execs at VH1 are trying to reduce the role of Jessica Simpson’s flamboyant hair dresser in The Price of Beauty,” and that Ken Paves was essentially a camera hog during the show’s shoot. We assure you that nothing could be further from the truth. Our press [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
Today, an item appeared in Page Six claiming that “execs at VH1 are trying to reduce the role of Jessica Simpson’s flamboyant hair dresser in The Price of Beauty,” and that Ken Paves was essentially a camera hog during the show’s shoot. We assure you that nothing could be further from the truth. Our press [...]
Jessica Simpson’s The Price Of Beauty And Transform Me Online Premiere/Viewing Party
Mar 12th, 2010
VH1 TV Shows | Music Videos | Celebrity Photos | News & Gossip Jessica Simpson's The Price of Beauty / TRANSform Me Sneak Premiere
Mar 12th, 2010
VH1 TV Shows | Music Videos | Celebrity Photos | News & Gossip Jessica Simpson's The Price of Beauty / TRANSform Me Sneak Premiere
Win A Spa Trip For Two To Rio!
Mar 12th, 2010
For her new show, Jessica Simpson explores the beauty rituals of countries around the world. Now you can too! Allure and Jessica Simpson’s The Price of Beauty are teaming up to give one reader an international beauty adventure worth more than $10,000. Enter for a chance to win a four-night spa trip to the Hotel [...]
Mar 12th, 2010
For her new show, Jessica Simpson explores the beauty rituals of countries around the world. Now you can too! Allure and Jessica Simpson’s The Price of Beauty are teaming up to give one reader an international beauty adventure worth more than $10,000. Enter for a chance to win a four-night spa trip to the Hotel [...]
Jennifer’s Side Of Sober House - Season 2, Episode 1
Mar 11th, 2010
As she did last season, house manager Jennifer Giminez is set to give us her weekly take on each episode of Sober House with Dr. Drew starting with the premiere episode. Below, Jenn talks about the new batch of recovering addicts she’s signed up to watch over, her past association with both Tom and Heidi, [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
As she did last season, house manager Jennifer Giminez is set to give us her weekly take on each episode of Sober House with Dr. Drew starting with the premiere episode. Below, Jenn talks about the new batch of recovering addicts she’s signed up to watch over, her past association with both Tom and Heidi, [...]
Jessica Simpson’s The Price Of Beauty/ TRANSform Me Premiere Night Viewing Parties
Mar 11th, 2010
VH1 TV Shows | Music Videos | Celebrity Photos | News & Gossip In addition to tomorrow’s Jessica Simpson’s The Price of Beauty/TRANSform Me sneak viewing party we’re hosting, we’ll also host viewing parties for the East and West cost premieres of both shows. Starting at 9:45 ET and then again at 9:45 PT, cast [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
VH1 TV Shows | Music Videos | Celebrity Photos | News & Gossip In addition to tomorrow’s Jessica Simpson’s The Price of Beauty/TRANSform Me sneak viewing party we’re hosting, we’ll also host viewing parties for the East and West cost premieres of both shows. Starting at 9:45 ET and then again at 9:45 PT, cast [...]
Examining Sober House With Dr. Drew With…Dr. Drew
Mar 11th, 2010
Below is a primer for the second season of Sober House with Dr. Drew, which premieres tonight on VH1 at 10/9c (but is available for viewing online now). In our interview with Drew on the series, he talks about the assembled patients, combining those from Sex Rehab with those from Celebrity Rehab 3, the tumult [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
Below is a primer for the second season of Sober House with Dr. Drew, which premieres tonight on VH1 at 10/9c (but is available for viewing online now). In our interview with Drew on the series, he talks about the assembled patients, combining those from Sex Rehab with those from Celebrity Rehab 3, the tumult [...]
Chad Ocho Cinco’s The Tournament: Coming Soon To VH1!
Mar 11th, 2010
VH1, JUMA and 51 Minds are teaming up for a new breed of dating show (currently titled The Tournament), which will feature women from all over the United States competing for the heart of notorious Cincinnati Bengals star player Chad Ocho Cinco. Details on the series, which is set to bow in July, and its [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
VH1, JUMA and 51 Minds are teaming up for a new breed of dating show (currently titled The Tournament), which will feature women from all over the United States competing for the heart of notorious Cincinnati Bengals star player Chad Ocho Cinco. Details on the series, which is set to bow in July, and its [...]
Daisy De La Hoya “Bawling And Inconsolable” Over Corey Haim’s Death
Mar 11th, 2010
Daisy De La Hoya has taken to her Twitter to grieve over Corey Haim, with whom she was romantically involved in the weeks before his death, according to a source close to her. Yesterday morning, she tweeted, “I’m sooooooo devastated right now… This is the worst day ever I can’t believe this.” She followed that [...]
Mar 11th, 2010
Daisy De La Hoya has taken to her Twitter to grieve over Corey Haim, with whom she was romantically involved in the weeks before his death, according to a source close to her. Yesterday morning, she tweeted, “I’m sooooooo devastated right now… This is the worst day ever I can’t believe this.” She followed that [...]
The Princess And The Frog: Miss Charlotte's Perfect Party Planning Tips
Mar 10th, 2010
Whether riding on a float in the grand parade or dancing with your dream prince at the Mardi Gras Ball, every princess in the Crescent City dreams of hosting the perfect Mardi Gras event. Here are some tips on planning your own Royal Mardi Gras Gala!
Mar 10th, 2010
Whether riding on a float in the grand parade or dancing with your dream prince at the Mardi Gras Ball, every princess in the Crescent City dreams of hosting the perfect Mardi Gras event. Here are some tips on planning your own Royal Mardi Gras Gala!
Pokemon HeartGold Version & SoulSilver Version, Magic Marker, and Sushi
Mar 12th, 2010
Keep up-to-date with all the latest video game releases! Kidzworld has all the latest games to keep watch for. This week, we preview Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver, Max & the Magic Marker, and Sushi Go Round!
Mar 12th, 2010
Keep up-to-date with all the latest video game releases! Kidzworld has all the latest games to keep watch for. This week, we preview Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver, Max & the Magic Marker, and Sushi Go Round!
Marvel X-Men Origins Wolverine: Comic Series Deluxe Action Figures
Feb 26th, 2010
Check out these cool new figurines from Marvel’s X-Men Origins Wolverine - collect them all!
Feb 26th, 2010
Check out these cool new figurines from Marvel’s X-Men Origins Wolverine - collect them all!
American Idol Recap :: Thursday March 11
Mar 12th, 2010
Check out the surprising cuts in this week's American Idol Recap! You won't believe who America sent home!
Mar 12th, 2010
Check out the surprising cuts in this week's American Idol Recap! You won't believe who America sent home!
Children of the Lamp #5: Eye of the Forest Book Review
Mar 3rd, 2010
In book 5 of the Children of the Lamp series, twins John and Philippa Gaunt travel to the Amazon Jungle in search of an ancient, magical doorway. Kidzworld reviews Eye of the Forest by P.B. Kerr.
Mar 3rd, 2010
In book 5 of the Children of the Lamp series, twins John and Philippa Gaunt travel to the Amazon Jungle in search of an ancient, magical doorway. Kidzworld reviews Eye of the Forest by P.B. Kerr.
Quiz the Coach :: Dance Moves
Mar 11th, 2010
Hi, just wondering, where can I find some moves for choreography? I’m the manager and choreographer and I need to know ASAP because we started the band ages ago.
Mar 11th, 2010
Hi, just wondering, where can I find some moves for choreography? I’m the manager and choreographer and I need to know ASAP because we started the band ages ago.
Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video: A Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet
Mar 12th, 2010
From Batman to Quentin Tarantino, we analyze every influence on the epic clip.By James Montgomery and Eric Ditzian Lady Gaga in her "Telephone" video Photo: Interscope As soon as Lady Gaga's epic "Telephone" video premiered, her ultra-obsessive fans (not to mention even the most casual of pop-culture observers) began picking it apart, frame by frame. It was a pretty big job. 'Telephone' Cheat Sheet Photos Because while it's a feast for the eyes, "Telephone" is also a sort of "all-you-can-eat" buffet for those who dine almost exclusively on popular culture, full of nods to cult films and comics, eclectic icons, underground bands and internationally famous pop legends, and even the occasional commercial (there are an awful lot of not-too-discreet product placements sprinkled throughout). Sorting through it all is a head-spinning experience, which is why we've done all the dirty work for you. Here — after hours spent analyzing each second of the clip until our eyeballs frizzled in our skulls — is our pop-culture cheat sheet for Lady Gaga's "Telephone" video, alphabetized and cross-referenced for your convenience. "Batman": Classic '60s-era TV series starring Adam West — animated "Smack!" and "Wroom!" graphics call to mind the Dark Knight's "Pow!" and "Zonk!"-assisted fight sequences. "Caged Heat": Prototypical chicks-in-prison flick. Gaga's schlocky, sexually charged jailhouse is ripped right from this 1974 feast of beefed-up guards, brawling babes and naked flesh. Captain America & Wonder Woman: Iconic crime-fighting comic book superheroes. Beyoncé's stars-and-stripes uniform during her post-murder-spree dance-sequence riff on the Captain's color scheme and the Woman's silhouette. Diet Coke: Refreshing, sugar-free carbonated beverage, dangerous when coupled with Mentos. Doubles as Gaga's impromptu hair-curlers during video's "catfight" sequence. Doom: English crust-punk band that burned brightly from 1987-1990, faded away, then reformed this year. Their logo is visible on Gaga's studded leather jacket during same sequence. Double-Breasted Drive-Thru: Logo seen on cup in Beyoncé's P---y Wagon. Does not actually exist, though it could be a reference to the "Double D's Drive-Thru" made (somewhat) famous on FunnyOrDie.com. Germanotta, Natali: Gaga's younger sister. Looks eerily similar to pre-The Fame Gaga. Also looks eerily like a de-thawed Snooki. Appears in the video's prison scenes. Hermaphrodite: Rumors that Gaga was a hermaphrodite were widespread in 2009. They are jokingly referenced by one of the prison guards who, after stripping Gaga in her jail cell, remarks, "I told you she didn't have a d---." "High and Dry": Single off Radiohead's 1995 album The Bends. Two videos were filmed for the song, one of which is set in a diner very similar to the one in "Telephone." The fact that death (and contemplative drinking of coffee) is involved in both is also noteworthy. Jackson, Michael: Late, great King of Pop. Gaga pays tribute to him by breaking into an MJ-esque shuffle after being bailed out of jail. "Kill Bill": Quentin Tarantino's two-part martial arts epic. Uma Thurman's garish P---y Wagon reappears as Gaga and Beyoncé's getaway mobile. LaChapelle, David: Photographer/director whose hyper-saturated work is clearly a touchstone for much of the video, particularly the scenes that feature Gaga wrapped in electric-yellow police tape. Lava: Majestic female Great Dane, sister of the late Rumpus. Both featured prominently in Gaga's "Poker Face" video and Lava has since worked with Gaga in "Bad Romance." She is visible in the diner sequences in "Telephone." "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels": Guy Ritchie's stylized take on the crime genre. The quick-cutting, sound effect-heavy diner murder scene is vintage Ritchie. Madonna: Undisputed pop legend. Gaga has teamed with her in the past (on "Saturday Night Live"), and her short blond tresses in the prison dance sequence seem like a direct homage to Madge's hairstyle in the "Vogue" video. Meyer, Russ: The campy king of sexploitation cinema. Top-heavy women in lingerie, the mix of female violence and sensuality, the often shoestring-budget aesthetic — all this and more points directly at Meyer. "Natural Born Killers": Woody Harrelson and Juliette Lewis' serial-killing satire. With the diner's dusty locale, Gaga and Beyoncé's gleeful massacre and the send-up of news media reportage, "NBK" has its bloody fingerprints all over "Telephone." Page, Bettie: Exotic pinup queen of the 1950s. Her short-banged look is mirrored by Beyoncé in the "Telephone" video (and, for that matter, the "Video Phone" clip too.) "Pulp Fiction": Quentin Tarantino's Oscar-winning gangland revelation. From the diner setting to the casual "Honey" pet names that Gaga and Beyoncé exchange, Tarantino's 1994 gun-and-drug-soaked adventure pops up again and again in this music video. Radio KUK: Fictional station heard on the P---y Wagon's radio. Could be an homage to the "Grand Theft Auto" franchise, or KLON radio, the station that makes an appearance on the Queens of the Stone Age's 2007 album Songs for the Deaf. Or we may be reaching a tad. Rodriguez, Jai: Former "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" culture expert. Makes a cameo as a TV reporter following the carnage inside the diner. Semi Precious Weapons: Gaga's pals and tourmates. Appear in the diner sequence, where they are poisoned. "Thelma & Louise": Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon's female-empowerment road movie. As Gaga and Beyoncé clasp hands and drive off into the unknown, there can be no mistaking the allusion to this film's speeding-car-off-a-cliff shocker of an ending. Twain, Shania: Canadian-born pop-country star. The leopard skin outfit she wears in her "That Don't Impress Me Much" video seems to have directly inspired Gaga's getup towards the end of "Telephone," when she performs in front of the P---y Wagon. WNS News: Fictional news outlet that employs Jai Rodriguez. Perhaps a nod to New York's famous 1010 WINS news radio station, which Gaga undoubtedly heard every time she leapt into a cab. Then again, perhaps we're reaching here. Well, did we miss any refererences? What do you think of Lady Gaga's "Telephone" video? Let us know in the comments below! Related Videos The Top Secret 'Telephone' Video Related Photos Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet Photos Related Artists Lady Gaga
Mar 12th, 2010
From Batman to Quentin Tarantino, we analyze every influence on the epic clip.By James Montgomery and Eric Ditzian Lady Gaga in her "Telephone" video Photo: Interscope As soon as Lady Gaga's epic "Telephone" video premiered, her ultra-obsessive fans (not to mention even the most casual of pop-culture observers) began picking it apart, frame by frame. It was a pretty big job. 'Telephone' Cheat Sheet Photos Because while it's a feast for the eyes, "Telephone" is also a sort of "all-you-can-eat" buffet for those who dine almost exclusively on popular culture, full of nods to cult films and comics, eclectic icons, underground bands and internationally famous pop legends, and even the occasional commercial (there are an awful lot of not-too-discreet product placements sprinkled throughout). Sorting through it all is a head-spinning experience, which is why we've done all the dirty work for you. Here — after hours spent analyzing each second of the clip until our eyeballs frizzled in our skulls — is our pop-culture cheat sheet for Lady Gaga's "Telephone" video, alphabetized and cross-referenced for your convenience. "Batman": Classic '60s-era TV series starring Adam West — animated "Smack!" and "Wroom!" graphics call to mind the Dark Knight's "Pow!" and "Zonk!"-assisted fight sequences. "Caged Heat": Prototypical chicks-in-prison flick. Gaga's schlocky, sexually charged jailhouse is ripped right from this 1974 feast of beefed-up guards, brawling babes and naked flesh. Captain America & Wonder Woman: Iconic crime-fighting comic book superheroes. Beyoncé's stars-and-stripes uniform during her post-murder-spree dance-sequence riff on the Captain's color scheme and the Woman's silhouette. Diet Coke: Refreshing, sugar-free carbonated beverage, dangerous when coupled with Mentos. Doubles as Gaga's impromptu hair-curlers during video's "catfight" sequence. Doom: English crust-punk band that burned brightly from 1987-1990, faded away, then reformed this year. Their logo is visible on Gaga's studded leather jacket during same sequence. Double-Breasted Drive-Thru: Logo seen on cup in Beyoncé's P---y Wagon. Does not actually exist, though it could be a reference to the "Double D's Drive-Thru" made (somewhat) famous on FunnyOrDie.com. Germanotta, Natali: Gaga's younger sister. Looks eerily similar to pre-The Fame Gaga. Also looks eerily like a de-thawed Snooki. Appears in the video's prison scenes. Hermaphrodite: Rumors that Gaga was a hermaphrodite were widespread in 2009. They are jokingly referenced by one of the prison guards who, after stripping Gaga in her jail cell, remarks, "I told you she didn't have a d---." "High and Dry": Single off Radiohead's 1995 album The Bends. Two videos were filmed for the song, one of which is set in a diner very similar to the one in "Telephone." The fact that death (and contemplative drinking of coffee) is involved in both is also noteworthy. Jackson, Michael: Late, great King of Pop. Gaga pays tribute to him by breaking into an MJ-esque shuffle after being bailed out of jail. "Kill Bill": Quentin Tarantino's two-part martial arts epic. Uma Thurman's garish P---y Wagon reappears as Gaga and Beyoncé's getaway mobile. LaChapelle, David: Photographer/director whose hyper-saturated work is clearly a touchstone for much of the video, particularly the scenes that feature Gaga wrapped in electric-yellow police tape. Lava: Majestic female Great Dane, sister of the late Rumpus. Both featured prominently in Gaga's "Poker Face" video and Lava has since worked with Gaga in "Bad Romance." She is visible in the diner sequences in "Telephone." "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels": Guy Ritchie's stylized take on the crime genre. The quick-cutting, sound effect-heavy diner murder scene is vintage Ritchie. Madonna: Undisputed pop legend. Gaga has teamed with her in the past (on "Saturday Night Live"), and her short blond tresses in the prison dance sequence seem like a direct homage to Madge's hairstyle in the "Vogue" video. Meyer, Russ: The campy king of sexploitation cinema. Top-heavy women in lingerie, the mix of female violence and sensuality, the often shoestring-budget aesthetic — all this and more points directly at Meyer. "Natural Born Killers": Woody Harrelson and Juliette Lewis' serial-killing satire. With the diner's dusty locale, Gaga and Beyoncé's gleeful massacre and the send-up of news media reportage, "NBK" has its bloody fingerprints all over "Telephone." Page, Bettie: Exotic pinup queen of the 1950s. Her short-banged look is mirrored by Beyoncé in the "Telephone" video (and, for that matter, the "Video Phone" clip too.) "Pulp Fiction": Quentin Tarantino's Oscar-winning gangland revelation. From the diner setting to the casual "Honey" pet names that Gaga and Beyoncé exchange, Tarantino's 1994 gun-and-drug-soaked adventure pops up again and again in this music video. Radio KUK: Fictional station heard on the P---y Wagon's radio. Could be an homage to the "Grand Theft Auto" franchise, or KLON radio, the station that makes an appearance on the Queens of the Stone Age's 2007 album Songs for the Deaf. Or we may be reaching a tad. Rodriguez, Jai: Former "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" culture expert. Makes a cameo as a TV reporter following the carnage inside the diner. Semi Precious Weapons: Gaga's pals and tourmates. Appear in the diner sequence, where they are poisoned. "Thelma & Louise": Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon's female-empowerment road movie. As Gaga and Beyoncé clasp hands and drive off into the unknown, there can be no mistaking the allusion to this film's speeding-car-off-a-cliff shocker of an ending. Twain, Shania: Canadian-born pop-country star. The leopard skin outfit she wears in her "That Don't Impress Me Much" video seems to have directly inspired Gaga's getup towards the end of "Telephone," when she performs in front of the P---y Wagon. WNS News: Fictional news outlet that employs Jai Rodriguez. Perhaps a nod to New York's famous 1010 WINS news radio station, which Gaga undoubtedly heard every time she leapt into a cab. Then again, perhaps we're reaching here. Well, did we miss any refererences? What do you think of Lady Gaga's "Telephone" video? Let us know in the comments below! Related Videos The Top Secret 'Telephone' Video Related Photos Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet Photos Related Artists Lady Gaga
Kenna's 'Summit On The Summit' Continues Fight For Clean Water
Mar 14th, 2010
'If we don't take care of it across the world, we'll certainly be facing the issue here at home,' he says of lack of clean drinking water.By James Montgomery Kenna at the State Department Photo: U.S. State Department The stated goal of Kenna's "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro" was to raise awareness about the global clean-water crisis — more than 1 billion people do not have access to clean drinking water and water-related diseases claim the lives of nearly 4 million people each year — because, as he put it, "What's more noticeable than climbing a mountain?" In January, along with a team of 300 that included fellow musicians Lupe Fiasco and Santigold, actors Jessica Biel, Emile Hirsch (not to mention scientists, United Nations ambassadors, a film crew and experienced guides), Kenna began his climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, battling freezing rain, gashing rocks and dizzying atmospheric conditions on his way to the peak, some 19,000 feet above sea level. Their trek was documented in "Summit" — which premiered Sunday on MTV — and followed by fans online and, accordingly, awareness was raised. But now that he's back down from the mountain, Kenna says the real struggle has just begun. Because with no mountain left to climb, Kenna and company are tasked with keeping that awareness alive and, in the process, trying to keep the U.S. government from slashing funding for support of clean-water initiatives. It was actually a battle he began fighting before the ascent up Kilimanjaro even began. "In November, I went to the State Department and Congress, spent time with [Congresswoman] Nita Lowey. I went there to ask them if I was to climb a mountain to raise awareness, would it help raise awareness in Washington to get appropriations?" Kenna told MTV News. "The response was, 'Well, good luck, because it would certainly be helpful.' " So he climbed. And then he went back to Washington, along with a team that included United Nations Foundation ambassador Elizabeth Gore, with the express purpose of securing appropriations for fighting water-borne diseases. "We went down and did a photo exhibition at the State Department to show just how serious this issue is. We sat down with Congressman [Earl] Blumenaur in [House Speaker] Nancy Pelosi's conference room," Kenna said. "He was one of the first to write [Senator] Paul Simon's 'Water for the World.' We went there to ask hard questions, like, 'Are we spending too much money on things that are interconnected with the water issue?' Because water is the issue. "We spend billions of dollars on the prevention of HIV and AIDS, but only hundreds of millions on [preventing] water-borne diseases on other things? And the two issues are related," he continued. "A woman or a child will walk six miles to get some water, outside of any kind of secure area, and what if one of those women and children gets raped and gets HIV? They will then be taking antiviral medications with compromised water. Or, more commonly, if a child is chasing water, he or she never went to school, never learned about HIV. That same kid will have to take antivirals with compromised water. Basically, how are the anitvirals going to benefit somebody when they're going to die from water with water-borne diseases?" And while the goal was to secure necessary appropriations, Kenna and his team also prevented the government from cutting the level of funding from $300 million down to $200 million. For now, they'll take that small victory, but the goal — according to Gore — is much, much higher. "We lose a child every 15 seconds to lack of water, so when we went to Washington, we asked Congress for $500 million in appropriations, because we believe we can end this crisis," she said. "That took guts and teamwork to do and I could never have done it on my own — none of us could, which is why we went together, because if we could climb a mountain, we could certainly do anything." Kenna said that the end results of his team's visit to Washington will be seen on March 22 — World Water Day. He hopes that the State Department will consider what he and the team had to say and that appropriations will be secured. He's optimistic, but at the same time cautions, "I'll leave it to them to communicate." And in the meantime, the fight to secure clean water continues. Both Kenna and Gore are championing a text-to-donate system — just texting the world "send" to 90999 will give $10 to the U.N. Foundation, which translates into 1,000 liters of water, enough to benefit a child for an entire year. And he hopes that long after the memories of his trip up Kilimanjaro fade, people will still remember the message behind that climb. Because at the end of the day, the clean-water crisis affects all of us, even if we don't realize it just yet. "We as a human race tend to be short-sighted. We pay attention to things right in front of us and, frankly, we miss the plot. We mean well, but we miss the plot. For me, it's less of an interesting thing to text and donate, than it is for people to educate themselves about the issue," Kenna said. "It already affects a billion people. And if you turn on the news, you hear about states like California and Virginia not having enough water already. So it's coming here. And if we don't take care of it across the world, we'll certainly be facing the issue here at home." Find out what you can do to help solve the global water crisis now at the "Summit on the Summit" Web site. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Related Photos 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Red Carpet
Mar 14th, 2010
'If we don't take care of it across the world, we'll certainly be facing the issue here at home,' he says of lack of clean drinking water.By James Montgomery Kenna at the State Department Photo: U.S. State Department The stated goal of Kenna's "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro" was to raise awareness about the global clean-water crisis — more than 1 billion people do not have access to clean drinking water and water-related diseases claim the lives of nearly 4 million people each year — because, as he put it, "What's more noticeable than climbing a mountain?" In January, along with a team of 300 that included fellow musicians Lupe Fiasco and Santigold, actors Jessica Biel, Emile Hirsch (not to mention scientists, United Nations ambassadors, a film crew and experienced guides), Kenna began his climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, battling freezing rain, gashing rocks and dizzying atmospheric conditions on his way to the peak, some 19,000 feet above sea level. Their trek was documented in "Summit" — which premiered Sunday on MTV — and followed by fans online and, accordingly, awareness was raised. But now that he's back down from the mountain, Kenna says the real struggle has just begun. Because with no mountain left to climb, Kenna and company are tasked with keeping that awareness alive and, in the process, trying to keep the U.S. government from slashing funding for support of clean-water initiatives. It was actually a battle he began fighting before the ascent up Kilimanjaro even began. "In November, I went to the State Department and Congress, spent time with [Congresswoman] Nita Lowey. I went there to ask them if I was to climb a mountain to raise awareness, would it help raise awareness in Washington to get appropriations?" Kenna told MTV News. "The response was, 'Well, good luck, because it would certainly be helpful.' " So he climbed. And then he went back to Washington, along with a team that included United Nations Foundation ambassador Elizabeth Gore, with the express purpose of securing appropriations for fighting water-borne diseases. "We went down and did a photo exhibition at the State Department to show just how serious this issue is. We sat down with Congressman [Earl] Blumenaur in [House Speaker] Nancy Pelosi's conference room," Kenna said. "He was one of the first to write [Senator] Paul Simon's 'Water for the World.' We went there to ask hard questions, like, 'Are we spending too much money on things that are interconnected with the water issue?' Because water is the issue. "We spend billions of dollars on the prevention of HIV and AIDS, but only hundreds of millions on [preventing] water-borne diseases on other things? And the two issues are related," he continued. "A woman or a child will walk six miles to get some water, outside of any kind of secure area, and what if one of those women and children gets raped and gets HIV? They will then be taking antiviral medications with compromised water. Or, more commonly, if a child is chasing water, he or she never went to school, never learned about HIV. That same kid will have to take antivirals with compromised water. Basically, how are the anitvirals going to benefit somebody when they're going to die from water with water-borne diseases?" And while the goal was to secure necessary appropriations, Kenna and his team also prevented the government from cutting the level of funding from $300 million down to $200 million. For now, they'll take that small victory, but the goal — according to Gore — is much, much higher. "We lose a child every 15 seconds to lack of water, so when we went to Washington, we asked Congress for $500 million in appropriations, because we believe we can end this crisis," she said. "That took guts and teamwork to do and I could never have done it on my own — none of us could, which is why we went together, because if we could climb a mountain, we could certainly do anything." Kenna said that the end results of his team's visit to Washington will be seen on March 22 — World Water Day. He hopes that the State Department will consider what he and the team had to say and that appropriations will be secured. He's optimistic, but at the same time cautions, "I'll leave it to them to communicate." And in the meantime, the fight to secure clean water continues. Both Kenna and Gore are championing a text-to-donate system — just texting the world "send" to 90999 will give $10 to the U.N. Foundation, which translates into 1,000 liters of water, enough to benefit a child for an entire year. And he hopes that long after the memories of his trip up Kilimanjaro fade, people will still remember the message behind that climb. Because at the end of the day, the clean-water crisis affects all of us, even if we don't realize it just yet. "We as a human race tend to be short-sighted. We pay attention to things right in front of us and, frankly, we miss the plot. We mean well, but we miss the plot. For me, it's less of an interesting thing to text and donate, than it is for people to educate themselves about the issue," Kenna said. "It already affects a billion people. And if you turn on the news, you hear about states like California and Virginia not having enough water already. So it's coming here. And if we don't take care of it across the world, we'll certainly be facing the issue here at home." Find out what you can do to help solve the global water crisis now at the "Summit on the Summit" Web site. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Related Photos 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Red Carpet
We Follow 'Hope For Haiti Now' Donations With World Food Programme
Mar 12th, 2010
MTV News crew met with WFP's Louis Hamann to see how food donations are being distributed in Haiti.By Gil Kaufman Sway and members of the World Food Programme visit a haitian home Photo: MTV News Haiti faces untold challenges as the Caribbean island nation tries to dig out and recover from the devastating 7.0 earthquake that leveled thousands of buildings and killed more than 200,000 in January. In addition to medical attention and shelter in advance of the rainy season, one of the most crucial needs continues to be food aid to the millions of Haitians left homeless in the wake of the disaster. MTV News returned to the island in late February to follow the trail of some of the more than $65 million raised during January's "Hope for Haiti Now" telethon. We dropped in on staffers from the 50-year-old United Nations World Food Programme, which delivers life-saving food to victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters across the globe. Even before the quake, conditions were desperate in Haiti, the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere, with poverty and hunger already rampant. But the destruction of so many homes, businesses and government buildings made conditions even more dire for the chronically hungry and impoverished. MTV's Sway traveled to Haiti to document the work of the WFP, applying stickers to a few 110-pound bags of urgently needed rice to follow their path to hungry Haitians. Surrounded by bags of food in the port of the nation's devastated capital, Port-au-Prince, WFP's Louis Hamann said the organization has brought in about 25,000 metric tons of food (around 55 million pounds) to date. "It just gives you an idea of how massive this operation is for us here in Haiti," he said, noting that the $58 million grant from "Hope for Haiti Now" has helped the organization buy, ship and distribute the food aid to those most in need, possibly for the next year. Rice is an obvious first-choice staple to distribute because it is easy to store, cook and share and a little goes a long way. "The reason that it's only rice right now is to make sure that we reach everybody quickly and efficiently [and] calm down the food situation in Port-au-Prince," said Hamann, who added that the plan is to move to a "more traditional basket" of food items featuring staples of the Haitian diet in the next weeks and months. Sway also visited a massive staging area where trucks were loaded up with bags of rice that were delivered early in the morning to the sea of refugees set up in a temporary tent city inside the Sylvio Cator Soccer Stadium near the island's capital. As the thousands inside the stadium lined up for food aid early in the morning, they were quickly joined by thousands more looking for rice, an example of the more than 3,000 families that line up every day in just one location to haul away the heavy bags. MTV's crew then followed one of those families as they carried a bag back to their crumpled home, a pile of rubble and twisted metal, where the rice would be cooked over a makeshift carbon stove by widowed mother Myrthile Joseph. "Thank you to everyone that donated for Haiti from all over the world," said a grateful Joseph. "Thank you for the distribution that is going to the people in need." Learn more about what you can do to help with earthquake-relief efforts in Haiti, and for more information, see Think MTV. Visit HopeForHaitiNow.org or call (877) 99-HAITI to make a donation now. Related Videos Making Progress In Haiti
Mar 12th, 2010
MTV News crew met with WFP's Louis Hamann to see how food donations are being distributed in Haiti.By Gil Kaufman Sway and members of the World Food Programme visit a haitian home Photo: MTV News Haiti faces untold challenges as the Caribbean island nation tries to dig out and recover from the devastating 7.0 earthquake that leveled thousands of buildings and killed more than 200,000 in January. In addition to medical attention and shelter in advance of the rainy season, one of the most crucial needs continues to be food aid to the millions of Haitians left homeless in the wake of the disaster. MTV News returned to the island in late February to follow the trail of some of the more than $65 million raised during January's "Hope for Haiti Now" telethon. We dropped in on staffers from the 50-year-old United Nations World Food Programme, which delivers life-saving food to victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters across the globe. Even before the quake, conditions were desperate in Haiti, the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere, with poverty and hunger already rampant. But the destruction of so many homes, businesses and government buildings made conditions even more dire for the chronically hungry and impoverished. MTV's Sway traveled to Haiti to document the work of the WFP, applying stickers to a few 110-pound bags of urgently needed rice to follow their path to hungry Haitians. Surrounded by bags of food in the port of the nation's devastated capital, Port-au-Prince, WFP's Louis Hamann said the organization has brought in about 25,000 metric tons of food (around 55 million pounds) to date. "It just gives you an idea of how massive this operation is for us here in Haiti," he said, noting that the $58 million grant from "Hope for Haiti Now" has helped the organization buy, ship and distribute the food aid to those most in need, possibly for the next year. Rice is an obvious first-choice staple to distribute because it is easy to store, cook and share and a little goes a long way. "The reason that it's only rice right now is to make sure that we reach everybody quickly and efficiently [and] calm down the food situation in Port-au-Prince," said Hamann, who added that the plan is to move to a "more traditional basket" of food items featuring staples of the Haitian diet in the next weeks and months. Sway also visited a massive staging area where trucks were loaded up with bags of rice that were delivered early in the morning to the sea of refugees set up in a temporary tent city inside the Sylvio Cator Soccer Stadium near the island's capital. As the thousands inside the stadium lined up for food aid early in the morning, they were quickly joined by thousands more looking for rice, an example of the more than 3,000 families that line up every day in just one location to haul away the heavy bags. MTV's crew then followed one of those families as they carried a bag back to their crumpled home, a pile of rubble and twisted metal, where the rice would be cooked over a makeshift carbon stove by widowed mother Myrthile Joseph. "Thank you to everyone that donated for Haiti from all over the world," said a grateful Joseph. "Thank you for the distribution that is going to the people in need." Learn more about what you can do to help with earthquake-relief efforts in Haiti, and for more information, see Think MTV. Visit HopeForHaitiNow.org or call (877) 99-HAITI to make a donation now. Related Videos Making Progress In Haiti
Jay-Z Shouts Out Notorious B.I.G. During Nets Groundbreaking Event
Mar 12th, 2010
'We did it again, Brooklyn,' Jay says in reference to Biggie's Source Awards speeches.By Shaheem Reid Jay-Z and Notorious B.I.G. Photo: Roc-A-Fella Leave it to Jay-Z. On Thursday, Hov was in Brooklyn at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Barclays Center, the future home of the New Jersey Nets, the NBA team he co-owns. When it was Jay's time to speak, not only did he tell the crowd — which included Beyoncé, the Reverend Al Sharpton and the mayor and governor of New York — about the realizations of his own dreams, but Jigga also shouted out the other half of "Brooklyn's Finest." "What I stand here and represent is hope for Brooklyn, New York City. I'm a son of Brooklyn, I'm from Marcy projects," Jay said. "I think about growing up in Brooklyn in the Marcy projects and shooting jump shots, thinking I can make it to the NBA. Now I stand here as an owner of a team that's coming back to Brooklyn. The pride in that, and bringing that dream so much closer for people, brings me so much pride I get a little nervous about it. But I'm very happy, very excited about this day. And we did it again, Brooklyn — shout-out to [Notorious] B.I.G." The tail end of Jay's speech hearkened back to the 1995 Source Awards, where Biggie shouted out Brooklyn during his multiple acceptance speeches. After Jodeci presented him with Album of the Year, Big — wearing a white towel on his head — and a horde of others came onstage to address the crowd. "I wanna give mad love to my daughter, my moms, my manager, Gucci, my wife," he said. "We did it, Brooklyn. We did it. All them sh--. [I won] all of them [awards]. One love to all y'all mutha----as." The Notorious B.I.G. was gunned down in Los Angeles 13 years ago Tuesday. Related Artists Notorious B.I.G. Jay-Z
Mar 12th, 2010
'We did it again, Brooklyn,' Jay says in reference to Biggie's Source Awards speeches.By Shaheem Reid Jay-Z and Notorious B.I.G. Photo: Roc-A-Fella Leave it to Jay-Z. On Thursday, Hov was in Brooklyn at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Barclays Center, the future home of the New Jersey Nets, the NBA team he co-owns. When it was Jay's time to speak, not only did he tell the crowd — which included Beyoncé, the Reverend Al Sharpton and the mayor and governor of New York — about the realizations of his own dreams, but Jigga also shouted out the other half of "Brooklyn's Finest." "What I stand here and represent is hope for Brooklyn, New York City. I'm a son of Brooklyn, I'm from Marcy projects," Jay said. "I think about growing up in Brooklyn in the Marcy projects and shooting jump shots, thinking I can make it to the NBA. Now I stand here as an owner of a team that's coming back to Brooklyn. The pride in that, and bringing that dream so much closer for people, brings me so much pride I get a little nervous about it. But I'm very happy, very excited about this day. And we did it again, Brooklyn — shout-out to [Notorious] B.I.G." The tail end of Jay's speech hearkened back to the 1995 Source Awards, where Biggie shouted out Brooklyn during his multiple acceptance speeches. After Jodeci presented him with Album of the Year, Big — wearing a white towel on his head — and a horde of others came onstage to address the crowd. "I wanna give mad love to my daughter, my moms, my manager, Gucci, my wife," he said. "We did it, Brooklyn. We did it. All them sh--. [I won] all of them [awards]. One love to all y'all mutha----as." The Notorious B.I.G. was gunned down in Los Angeles 13 years ago Tuesday. Related Artists Notorious B.I.G. Jay-Z
Alex Lambert Says 'American Idol' Stage Fright Was 'All In My Head'
Mar 12th, 2010
He also addresses Ellen's metaphors: 'I probably won't be able to look at a banana the same way.'By Katie Byrne Alex Lambert performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images While Alex Lambert's nerves got the best of him during his early "American Idol" performances, the singer seemed to be getting on the right track, choosing perfect-fit songs by Ray LaMontagne and John Legend. Unfortunately, Lambert fell victim to Thursday's shocking results night and didn't quite make the top 12, along with fellow castoffs Lilly Scott, Katelyn Epperly and Todrick Hall. We caught up with him Friday (March 12) to talk about his surprise elimination, what's next and much more. Q: After you were eliminated, you said that you had more to show America. What did you mean by that? A: When I said I want to break out of my shell and show America what I can do, man, honestly, every time I got up there, I couldn't even sing my best because I was so nervous, and I have a whole series of songs that I can sing that sound so much better than singing on the show. I don't regret anything, because it's the beginning of my career. I have never really been onstage before, so I think I did great for not having any experience. Q: Do you think you'll be able to get past the nerves and have a music career? A: I feel like I'm already past it. I feel like I just needed a few more weeks of just having a little bit more experience on that stage. ... It wasn't a nerve thing, because I would get up there and be comfortable and it felt right, but I didn't know how to look at the camera. I didn't know how to interact with the audience, because I had never done it before. I mean, definitely, it's something that I'll easily be able to get past. Q: Did you get a chance to talk to the judges after the show? A: They talked to me, and they pretty much told me that I need more experience. And it's true, but I felt like, vocally, it was my time. ... I didn't have enough experience on the stage is pretty much what they were telling me. They all know I have a good voice, and they told me I had a lot of future ahead of me. Q: The judges have made a big deal about the contestants knowing what kind of artist they want to be. Do you know? A: I know exactly what kind of artist I want to be. I really would like to do a bunch of acoustic stuff and I would also like some R&B tracks — a whole bunch of different stuff. I know my voice and what I can and cannot do, and I know what would sound good on what, and I believe that I could sound good on not only one genre of music; I could put it on anything. Q: What helped you through the nerves? Did the judges help or your friends or ... A: I would say it was all me. The only person who was going to help me overcome my nervousness and my stage fright was me, and it was all in my head. I could have gone up there and had a great performance, but in my head, I was thinking to nail the song vocally, and I wasn't really worried about performing, I guess. I never thought that the show was so much of a performing show as a singing competition. I had it in my head so much, like, "I want my vocals to be so much better than everyone else's." And I guess that's all. I lost track of the fact that this is a TV show. Q: When the show came back from commercial after you were eliminated, things looked pretty emotional. What was going on? A: A lot of people were talking to me and, yeah, it was emotional, because a lot of people weren't expecting the people that went home to go home. There's people in the top 12 that everyone thought was going home, and then when they found out it was me, that whole day I was nervous, and people were like, "Dude, why are you nervous? You have no reason to be nervous. You're going to be here." And then when I got cut, they were just like, "What?!?" And a lot of people that were upset were like, "I made it and he didn't?" Q: Do you think if you'd made it to the top 12 you would have been encouraged to cut off your mullet? A: [Laughs.] The stylists have already asked me if I wanted to cut it. I mean, even if they did tell me to — yeah, they probably would want me to cut it, but I wouldn't let them cut it. I wouldn't ever let them cut my mullet. Q: What did you think of Ellen's constant banana metaphors? A: [Laughs.] Well, I mean, I know it's all for entertainment, but it does make sense, I guess. I mean, I probably won't be able to look at a banana the same way. Were you sad to see Alex go? Will you listen to his post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Mar 12th, 2010
He also addresses Ellen's metaphors: 'I probably won't be able to look at a banana the same way.'By Katie Byrne Alex Lambert performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images While Alex Lambert's nerves got the best of him during his early "American Idol" performances, the singer seemed to be getting on the right track, choosing perfect-fit songs by Ray LaMontagne and John Legend. Unfortunately, Lambert fell victim to Thursday's shocking results night and didn't quite make the top 12, along with fellow castoffs Lilly Scott, Katelyn Epperly and Todrick Hall. We caught up with him Friday (March 12) to talk about his surprise elimination, what's next and much more. Q: After you were eliminated, you said that you had more to show America. What did you mean by that? A: When I said I want to break out of my shell and show America what I can do, man, honestly, every time I got up there, I couldn't even sing my best because I was so nervous, and I have a whole series of songs that I can sing that sound so much better than singing on the show. I don't regret anything, because it's the beginning of my career. I have never really been onstage before, so I think I did great for not having any experience. Q: Do you think you'll be able to get past the nerves and have a music career? A: I feel like I'm already past it. I feel like I just needed a few more weeks of just having a little bit more experience on that stage. ... It wasn't a nerve thing, because I would get up there and be comfortable and it felt right, but I didn't know how to look at the camera. I didn't know how to interact with the audience, because I had never done it before. I mean, definitely, it's something that I'll easily be able to get past. Q: Did you get a chance to talk to the judges after the show? A: They talked to me, and they pretty much told me that I need more experience. And it's true, but I felt like, vocally, it was my time. ... I didn't have enough experience on the stage is pretty much what they were telling me. They all know I have a good voice, and they told me I had a lot of future ahead of me. Q: The judges have made a big deal about the contestants knowing what kind of artist they want to be. Do you know? A: I know exactly what kind of artist I want to be. I really would like to do a bunch of acoustic stuff and I would also like some R&B tracks — a whole bunch of different stuff. I know my voice and what I can and cannot do, and I know what would sound good on what, and I believe that I could sound good on not only one genre of music; I could put it on anything. Q: What helped you through the nerves? Did the judges help or your friends or ... A: I would say it was all me. The only person who was going to help me overcome my nervousness and my stage fright was me, and it was all in my head. I could have gone up there and had a great performance, but in my head, I was thinking to nail the song vocally, and I wasn't really worried about performing, I guess. I never thought that the show was so much of a performing show as a singing competition. I had it in my head so much, like, "I want my vocals to be so much better than everyone else's." And I guess that's all. I lost track of the fact that this is a TV show. Q: When the show came back from commercial after you were eliminated, things looked pretty emotional. What was going on? A: A lot of people were talking to me and, yeah, it was emotional, because a lot of people weren't expecting the people that went home to go home. There's people in the top 12 that everyone thought was going home, and then when they found out it was me, that whole day I was nervous, and people were like, "Dude, why are you nervous? You have no reason to be nervous. You're going to be here." And then when I got cut, they were just like, "What?!?" And a lot of people that were upset were like, "I made it and he didn't?" Q: Do you think if you'd made it to the top 12 you would have been encouraged to cut off your mullet? A: [Laughs.] The stylists have already asked me if I wanted to cut it. I mean, even if they did tell me to — yeah, they probably would want me to cut it, but I wouldn't let them cut it. I wouldn't ever let them cut my mullet. Q: What did you think of Ellen's constant banana metaphors? A: [Laughs.] Well, I mean, I know it's all for entertainment, but it does make sense, I guess. I mean, I probably won't be able to look at a banana the same way. Were you sad to see Alex go? Will you listen to his post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Style Is 'Amazing,' Co-Star Jai Rodriguez Says
Mar 12th, 2010
'I love the Bettie Page bangs and the aesthetic of the film noir and the hair,' he says.By Jocelyn Vena Lady Gaga in her "Telephone" video Photo: Interscope Lady Gaga rocks many interesting looks in her "Telephone" music video, from crime-scene tape, a '40s suit and hat, a bikini and jacket made of leather and studs to a leopard-print leotard and an American-flag-print bikini. Oh, and let's not forget all her telephone-inspired headgear. Beyoncé also gets her fashionista on, thanks to an American-flag dress, a yellow latex dress with matching cowboy hat and a funky military-inspired blue satin top with cutoff denim shorts. TV personality Jai Rodriguez, who appears in the video as a reporter, said the looks are amazing. "I think the military thing [is the best]," he told MTV News. "The big, oversized, shoulder-paddy bedazzled jackets. I don't think it's something Beyoncé would have rocked on her own, but being in a Gaga video, she made it her own. Made it very B. I love the Bettie Page bangs and the aesthetic of the film noir and the hair. I thought that [suit she wears leaving the prison] was amazing. I love the film-noir thing." Rodriguez is already seeing the video's style influence in the real world, spotting girls wearing Gaga's fluorescent-yellow hair. Other fashion experts are noticing Gaga's fashion-icon status as well. "I think she's growing up nicely and starting to bust out on her own," "The City" boss Kelly Cutrone told MTV News about the looks in the video. "I think she's making much stronger pop-art statements." What did you think of the fashion in the "Telephone" video? Will you be wearing any of the clip's looks in the real world? Let us know! Related Videos 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds The Top Secret 'Telephone' Video All The Buzz On Lady Gaga And Beyonce's 'Telephone' Related Photos Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet Photos Related Artists Beyoncé Lady Gaga
Mar 12th, 2010
'I love the Bettie Page bangs and the aesthetic of the film noir and the hair,' he says.By Jocelyn Vena Lady Gaga in her "Telephone" video Photo: Interscope Lady Gaga rocks many interesting looks in her "Telephone" music video, from crime-scene tape, a '40s suit and hat, a bikini and jacket made of leather and studs to a leopard-print leotard and an American-flag-print bikini. Oh, and let's not forget all her telephone-inspired headgear. Beyoncé also gets her fashionista on, thanks to an American-flag dress, a yellow latex dress with matching cowboy hat and a funky military-inspired blue satin top with cutoff denim shorts. TV personality Jai Rodriguez, who appears in the video as a reporter, said the looks are amazing. "I think the military thing [is the best]," he told MTV News. "The big, oversized, shoulder-paddy bedazzled jackets. I don't think it's something Beyoncé would have rocked on her own, but being in a Gaga video, she made it her own. Made it very B. I love the Bettie Page bangs and the aesthetic of the film noir and the hair. I thought that [suit she wears leaving the prison] was amazing. I love the film-noir thing." Rodriguez is already seeing the video's style influence in the real world, spotting girls wearing Gaga's fluorescent-yellow hair. Other fashion experts are noticing Gaga's fashion-icon status as well. "I think she's growing up nicely and starting to bust out on her own," "The City" boss Kelly Cutrone told MTV News about the looks in the video. "I think she's making much stronger pop-art statements." What did you think of the fashion in the "Telephone" video? Will you be wearing any of the clip's looks in the real world? Let us know! Related Videos 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds The Top Secret 'Telephone' Video All The Buzz On Lady Gaga And Beyonce's 'Telephone' Related Photos Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' Video Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet Photos Related Artists Beyoncé Lady Gaga
Lilly Scott Trades 'American Idol' For 'Indie Cred'
Mar 12th, 2010
'It was just my time to go out with a bang,' she says. Lilly Scott performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images Lilly Scott's name was often mentioned in the same breath as Crystal Bowersox's as this year's "American Idol" female powerhouses. Looks like Crystal has that title to herself now. Scott seemingly had a ticket to the top 12 with her well-received take on Patsy Cline's "I Fall to Pieces" and the coveted final performance slot, but her "Idol" journey came to an end, along with Alex Lambert, Katelyn Epperly and Todrick Hall, during Thursday's shocking results show. We caught up with Scott on Friday (March 12) to talk about her surprise elimination, what's next and much more. Q: After you were eliminated, you made it clear that you were frustrated. What was going through your mind? A: Originally, trying out, I really just wanted to kind of break the mold and just kinda be that offbeat contestant that did exactly what I wanted to do. ... I definitely have no regrets in that department. But just kind of watching certain people make it into the top 12 that have not done so well over the past three weeks and then based on the judges' comments on my three songs the past three weeks, I was just kinda frustrated, just kinda feeling like my fanbase wasn't really there, even though the judges and producers seemed to love me. I was feeling like I had a great run on the show. So I guess my fans weren't there. So I guess that's why I said, "I don't know what America wants to listen to." But then again, my voting demographic is probably more of the underground scene who probably doesn't even own a TV, and if they do, they're probably out riding their bike or doing something more productive than watching TV, let alone "American Idol." I guess they just weren't voting and that definitely was my falter. Q: Do you think singing the 50-year-old song "I Fall to Pieces" had anything to do with your downfall? A: I picked that song because I love Patsy Cline. It really describes who I want to be as an artist. But, then again, the "American Idol" voting demographic is probably mostly tweens, and I'm sure they don't know who Patsy Cline is. So that probably affected me. But I'm staying true to my song choices and I'm definitely having no regrets. I just feel like maybe my fanbase and the audience I was playing to, which is the underground market, literally wasn't watching the show and just supporting me in their hearts and not actually voting, and there's the whole deal of maybe people just assumed I was safe and chose not to vote. Obviously, I really have no idea what happened, though. Q: Did you expect to go home this early? A: I did and I didn't. In the past years I have watched "American Idol," and it seems like every year, the person that I fall in love with goes home. And if that's because I see true artistry in that contestant or I don't know what it is, but I definitely feel like I got cut early. I knew that I could have done a great job next week with Rolling Stones, and I knew I could of really kicked butt in the top 12, but maybe I was just too off the wall for people or it was just my time to go out with a bang so I can still keep my indie cred [and] kind of do my own thing without having the "American Idol" label over my head. Q: Do you know how close the vote was on Thursday? A: No, they really don't let us know any of that stuff. It's actually really unfortunate, because I'm one to think, "Screw the establishment!" But I definitely would love to know the statistics. I don't want to think anything was rigged, but I would also like to know how many votes I really had. Q: Who would be your dream collaborators? A: I would love to meet Thom Yorke from Radiohead and people like Björk, just really like the king and queen of the indie world. They're really who I kinda strive to be like as an artist, and their fanbase is so huge, and they're so respected as artists. Just every album they put out, I would love to collaborate with someone like them. Q: Did you ever consider singing songs by those artists instead of older choices? A: I definitely considered that, but in a way, the producers swayed me against doing songs like that, because they're almost less well-known than people like Sam Cooke and Patsy Cline. ... I mean, they're 100 percent well-known to me, but I actually did try to do "Nude" by Radiohead — which is their top-charting song, more than "Paranoid Android" or older songs — so that didn't get cleared. I just figured, I love classic rock, and I'm going to try to make that my niche this season, but unfortunately, indie underground music isn't really ready for the big breakthrough, and I think that was kind of reaffirmed last night by me getting voted off, that America may still not be ready to have that kind of music in the mainstream. Q: What do you see yourself doing in the music business now? A: I definitely feel like I would fit in the big film and festival circuit doing things like Coachella and Bonnaroo and really just doing some mass touring. I know that I can have a whole entire different kind of audience coming out to shows if I did tour. Recording is definitely on my list of things to do. I know there's a fanbase out there for me that is loving what I'm doing .I just don't necessarily think that would be the "American Idol" voting demographic, so that's kinda what I worried about. Day one of being on the show, I thought I could break the mold, but I guess it's another season of the same old stuff. [Laughs.] Were you sad to see Lilly go? Will you listen to her post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Mar 12th, 2010
'It was just my time to go out with a bang,' she says. Lilly Scott performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images Lilly Scott's name was often mentioned in the same breath as Crystal Bowersox's as this year's "American Idol" female powerhouses. Looks like Crystal has that title to herself now. Scott seemingly had a ticket to the top 12 with her well-received take on Patsy Cline's "I Fall to Pieces" and the coveted final performance slot, but her "Idol" journey came to an end, along with Alex Lambert, Katelyn Epperly and Todrick Hall, during Thursday's shocking results show. We caught up with Scott on Friday (March 12) to talk about her surprise elimination, what's next and much more. Q: After you were eliminated, you made it clear that you were frustrated. What was going through your mind? A: Originally, trying out, I really just wanted to kind of break the mold and just kinda be that offbeat contestant that did exactly what I wanted to do. ... I definitely have no regrets in that department. But just kind of watching certain people make it into the top 12 that have not done so well over the past three weeks and then based on the judges' comments on my three songs the past three weeks, I was just kinda frustrated, just kinda feeling like my fanbase wasn't really there, even though the judges and producers seemed to love me. I was feeling like I had a great run on the show. So I guess my fans weren't there. So I guess that's why I said, "I don't know what America wants to listen to." But then again, my voting demographic is probably more of the underground scene who probably doesn't even own a TV, and if they do, they're probably out riding their bike or doing something more productive than watching TV, let alone "American Idol." I guess they just weren't voting and that definitely was my falter. Q: Do you think singing the 50-year-old song "I Fall to Pieces" had anything to do with your downfall? A: I picked that song because I love Patsy Cline. It really describes who I want to be as an artist. But, then again, the "American Idol" voting demographic is probably mostly tweens, and I'm sure they don't know who Patsy Cline is. So that probably affected me. But I'm staying true to my song choices and I'm definitely having no regrets. I just feel like maybe my fanbase and the audience I was playing to, which is the underground market, literally wasn't watching the show and just supporting me in their hearts and not actually voting, and there's the whole deal of maybe people just assumed I was safe and chose not to vote. Obviously, I really have no idea what happened, though. Q: Did you expect to go home this early? A: I did and I didn't. In the past years I have watched "American Idol," and it seems like every year, the person that I fall in love with goes home. And if that's because I see true artistry in that contestant or I don't know what it is, but I definitely feel like I got cut early. I knew that I could have done a great job next week with Rolling Stones, and I knew I could of really kicked butt in the top 12, but maybe I was just too off the wall for people or it was just my time to go out with a bang so I can still keep my indie cred [and] kind of do my own thing without having the "American Idol" label over my head. Q: Do you know how close the vote was on Thursday? A: No, they really don't let us know any of that stuff. It's actually really unfortunate, because I'm one to think, "Screw the establishment!" But I definitely would love to know the statistics. I don't want to think anything was rigged, but I would also like to know how many votes I really had. Q: Who would be your dream collaborators? A: I would love to meet Thom Yorke from Radiohead and people like Björk, just really like the king and queen of the indie world. They're really who I kinda strive to be like as an artist, and their fanbase is so huge, and they're so respected as artists. Just every album they put out, I would love to collaborate with someone like them. Q: Did you ever consider singing songs by those artists instead of older choices? A: I definitely considered that, but in a way, the producers swayed me against doing songs like that, because they're almost less well-known than people like Sam Cooke and Patsy Cline. ... I mean, they're 100 percent well-known to me, but I actually did try to do "Nude" by Radiohead — which is their top-charting song, more than "Paranoid Android" or older songs — so that didn't get cleared. I just figured, I love classic rock, and I'm going to try to make that my niche this season, but unfortunately, indie underground music isn't really ready for the big breakthrough, and I think that was kind of reaffirmed last night by me getting voted off, that America may still not be ready to have that kind of music in the mainstream. Q: What do you see yourself doing in the music business now? A: I definitely feel like I would fit in the big film and festival circuit doing things like Coachella and Bonnaroo and really just doing some mass touring. I know that I can have a whole entire different kind of audience coming out to shows if I did tour. Recording is definitely on my list of things to do. I know there's a fanbase out there for me that is loving what I'm doing .I just don't necessarily think that would be the "American Idol" voting demographic, so that's kinda what I worried about. Day one of being on the show, I thought I could break the mold, but I guess it's another season of the same old stuff. [Laughs.] Were you sad to see Lilly go? Will you listen to her post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Corey Haim Might Have Been Involved In Illegal Prescription-Drug Ring
Mar 12th, 2010
Late actor's name was found on a fraudulent prescription obtained through a drug ring, authorities tell the AP.By MTV News staff Corey Haim in 2009 Photo: Joey Foley/ Getty Images Corey Haim may have been involved in a major drug ring that provided him with an illegal prescription for a painkiller, authorities told The Associated Press on Friday (March 12). During an investigation of the ring, the California attorney general's office found records of the fraudulent prescription in the late actor's name. Law-enforcement officials were investigating the drug ring and whether Haim himself actually filed the prescription or if someone used his name to obtain it. Haim was found dead Wednesday, but coroner's officials have not yet determined his cause of death. According to the actor's manager, preliminary reports reveal that he died of an enlarged heart with water-filled lungs. The Los Angeles County coroner told Haim's mother that the culprit was pulmonary congestion, manager Mark Heaslip said. The initial buzz of what might have actually killed Haim came from the 1980s teen icon's decades-long struggle with drug addiction. Longtime friend and frequent co-star Corey Feldman asked Wednesday that people not "jump the gun" to conclude a drug overdose killed Haim. Heaslip, manager to both Feldman and Haim, said he seemed to be winning his battle against drug abuse in the weeks before his death. Haim was "weaned down to literally zero medications" in the past two weeks by an addiction specialist, Heaslip said Wednesday on CNN's "Issues With Jane Velez-Mitchell." The doctor "put him on a new line of medications," Feldman said on "Larry King Live" on Wednesday. Related Videos 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Remembering Corey Haim MTV Rough Cut: Corey Haim Related Photos Corey Haim: A Life In Photos
Mar 12th, 2010
Late actor's name was found on a fraudulent prescription obtained through a drug ring, authorities tell the AP.By MTV News staff Corey Haim in 2009 Photo: Joey Foley/ Getty Images Corey Haim may have been involved in a major drug ring that provided him with an illegal prescription for a painkiller, authorities told The Associated Press on Friday (March 12). During an investigation of the ring, the California attorney general's office found records of the fraudulent prescription in the late actor's name. Law-enforcement officials were investigating the drug ring and whether Haim himself actually filed the prescription or if someone used his name to obtain it. Haim was found dead Wednesday, but coroner's officials have not yet determined his cause of death. According to the actor's manager, preliminary reports reveal that he died of an enlarged heart with water-filled lungs. The Los Angeles County coroner told Haim's mother that the culprit was pulmonary congestion, manager Mark Heaslip said. The initial buzz of what might have actually killed Haim came from the 1980s teen icon's decades-long struggle with drug addiction. Longtime friend and frequent co-star Corey Feldman asked Wednesday that people not "jump the gun" to conclude a drug overdose killed Haim. Heaslip, manager to both Feldman and Haim, said he seemed to be winning his battle against drug abuse in the weeks before his death. Haim was "weaned down to literally zero medications" in the past two weeks by an addiction specialist, Heaslip said Wednesday on CNN's "Issues With Jane Velez-Mitchell." The doctor "put him on a new line of medications," Feldman said on "Larry King Live" on Wednesday. Related Videos 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Remembering Corey Haim MTV Rough Cut: Corey Haim Related Photos Corey Haim: A Life In Photos
Justin Timberlake 'In Awe' Of 'Summit On The Summit' Climb
Mar 12th, 2010
Film that documents the climb airs Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV.By James Montgomery Justin Timberlake Photo: MTV News Justin Timberlake was there when his pal Kenna decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. In fact, he encouraged him to do it, and is "bummed" that his schedule didn't allow him to join his friend on the trek. "Kenna and I, every winter, we find a place to go snowboarding, and we were up on a mountain somewhere, snowboarding," Timberlake told MTV News. "We got onto the lift, and Kenna was talking about how, before, he had tried to climb Kilimanjaro." And there, the idea for "Summit on the Summit" was hatched. Unfortunately, due to work conflicts — the trek up Africa's highest peak was rescheduled several times and ultimately collided with Timberlake's filming for "The Social Network" — Justin didn't actually get to make the climb with Kenna. Instead, the likes of Lupe Fiasco and Santigold and actors Jessica Biel, Emile Hirsch and Isabel Lucas made the climb up Kilimanjaro, but Timberlake remained close to the action, getting daily updates on the trek. "I was getting sort of a texting diary from day to day," Timberlake recalled. "And the one thing I heard was ... the hardest part was the last day, obviously, because not only were they climbing from 16,000 to 19,000 feet, but that extra 3,000 was really brutal, because of the altitude. And on top of that, I think they woke up at 2:30 in the morning and had to climb the last 3,000 feet. I heard from all of them that the last 3,000 feet, every breath counted. Every single time you could conserve oxygen, you could feel it. It really counted. ... I'm in awe that they did it. I'm really impressed." Timberlake did record an introduction to the film that documents the climb — and highlights the global issue of clean water — called "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro." The 90-minute doc premiered Wednesday night in New York and will air Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV. And just because he didn't actually climb the mountain this time around, don't count him out just yet. "I was bummed that I wasn't able to do it, because I thought it would be a cool thing to do. Maybe one day I will," he laughed. "But it's really an inspiring idea and an inspiring task, and I was very proud of everyone who was involved with it. ... It says a lot about all the people who were involved in the climb, that they were sort of willing to put themselves out there ... to have cameras on them 24/7 and to say, 'Well, if this has any effect on anyone who's watching it, or creates any type of awareness, and gets $10 from one person, well, that's amazing.' " Tune in to "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro" Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV. And find out what you can do to help solve the global water crisis now at the "Summit on the Summit" Web site. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Related Photos 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Red Carpet Related Artists Justin Timberlake Kenna
Mar 12th, 2010
Film that documents the climb airs Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV.By James Montgomery Justin Timberlake Photo: MTV News Justin Timberlake was there when his pal Kenna decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. In fact, he encouraged him to do it, and is "bummed" that his schedule didn't allow him to join his friend on the trek. "Kenna and I, every winter, we find a place to go snowboarding, and we were up on a mountain somewhere, snowboarding," Timberlake told MTV News. "We got onto the lift, and Kenna was talking about how, before, he had tried to climb Kilimanjaro." And there, the idea for "Summit on the Summit" was hatched. Unfortunately, due to work conflicts — the trek up Africa's highest peak was rescheduled several times and ultimately collided with Timberlake's filming for "The Social Network" — Justin didn't actually get to make the climb with Kenna. Instead, the likes of Lupe Fiasco and Santigold and actors Jessica Biel, Emile Hirsch and Isabel Lucas made the climb up Kilimanjaro, but Timberlake remained close to the action, getting daily updates on the trek. "I was getting sort of a texting diary from day to day," Timberlake recalled. "And the one thing I heard was ... the hardest part was the last day, obviously, because not only were they climbing from 16,000 to 19,000 feet, but that extra 3,000 was really brutal, because of the altitude. And on top of that, I think they woke up at 2:30 in the morning and had to climb the last 3,000 feet. I heard from all of them that the last 3,000 feet, every breath counted. Every single time you could conserve oxygen, you could feel it. It really counted. ... I'm in awe that they did it. I'm really impressed." Timberlake did record an introduction to the film that documents the climb — and highlights the global issue of clean water — called "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro." The 90-minute doc premiered Wednesday night in New York and will air Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV. And just because he didn't actually climb the mountain this time around, don't count him out just yet. "I was bummed that I wasn't able to do it, because I thought it would be a cool thing to do. Maybe one day I will," he laughed. "But it's really an inspiring idea and an inspiring task, and I was very proud of everyone who was involved with it. ... It says a lot about all the people who were involved in the climb, that they were sort of willing to put themselves out there ... to have cameras on them 24/7 and to say, 'Well, if this has any effect on anyone who's watching it, or creates any type of awareness, and gets $10 from one person, well, that's amazing.' " Tune in to "Summit on the Summit: Kilimanjaro" Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV. And find out what you can do to help solve the global water crisis now at the "Summit on the Summit" Web site. Related Videos Check Out A Preview Of 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Related Photos 'Summit On The Summit: Kilimanjaro' Red Carpet Related Artists Justin Timberlake Kenna
Katelyn Epperly Had 'Pride Issues' With Being On 'American Idol'
Mar 12th, 2010
'A talent competition is not necessarily my thing,' she says.By Katie Byrne Katelyn Epperly performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images Katelyn Epperly finally had a breakout "American Idol" performance last week with Coldplay's "The Scientist," even though the judges didn't see eye-to-eye on it. But the whole panel agreed that her take on Carole King's "I Feel the Earth Move" didn't live up to her potential. Even so, Epperly wasn't expected to get the boot on Thursday, but such was the theme of the shocking results night, when Lilly Scott, Alex Lambert and Todrick Hall were also sent packing. We caught up with the singer/songwriter to talk about her closest "Idol" allies, her next move and more. Q: Did you feel that the judges were especially hard on you this season? A: They were definitely more critical towards me. I'm not sure if it's possibly because I've been performing for so long. Maybe they expected more out of me than what I was giving them. But I started off on a pretty strong note, so maybe I didn't live up to their expectations week by week. Q: Did you sing "I Feel the Earth Move" to compensate for Simon's "corny" comments the week before? A: I totally did. I definitely was trying to find a song that would portray me as an artist, which is difficult for a singer/songwriter in this competition, because first of all, I don't listen to mainstream music, and second of all, I don't typically perform covers. So I kind of scrambled around last-minute trying to do something. I brought out the Wurlitzer keyboard. I wanted to do something edgier, and it didn't work out for me, but I definitely don't regret doing it, because I love that era. Q: You and Lilly seemed especially emotional during the results show. Why was that? A: Lilly and I have gotten really close, and from the start, we've flocked together. Crystal [Bowersox] too. I don't typically hang out with girls very often, so this was a rare thing for all three of us, actually. To really truly have female friends and to get along so well and to be so supportive of one another and turning and seeing them there — for me, it wasn't over. This is sort of a platform in my career. I wasn't so sad about that; I was sad to see them, and I'm gonna say it was a pretty big disappointment to me to see Lilly go home, because if I were to be at home watching that show, she would, by far, over all the other girls, not be the one going home. Q: What made you choose "The Scientist" last week? A: It's definitely a song that comes to mind when I think about anything hard I've had to do, any sort of loss. It's a very touching, riveting song. I covered it a lot this summer and coped with a lot of things that I was going through. This is a song that is sad but also hopeful. When they said it was too slow, that was OK with me. I was waiting for that comment. I wanted to do it slow. I wanted to focus on the lyrics of the song. The song just cries, and I think I portrayed it, despite what the judges might have thought. Q: Are you especially rooting for anyone now that you're off the show? A: I wish them all well, because I've gotten to know them all, and everyone's worked so hard. Honestly, from the start, Crystal has been a very true, true friend to me and an honest person. And when she sings, it comes from the heart, and I know you've watched her. It's just natural for her, and she totally deserves it. I'm going to be pushing for her all the way. Q: Was it comforting to you for there to be so many other singer/songwriters in the competition this season? A: I think that's very important. That's actually what made me so much more OK with being on the show, because I did have some pride issues with it at first, because a talent competition is not necessarily my thing. I'm the kind of person who just likes to sing and dance and spend time with music instead of making it something competitive. I've seen so many singer/songwriters this year who really are credible and who have been working at it their whole lives and truly deserve it. They didn't just roll out of bed one day and want to be on a TV show and have an OK voice and a pretty face. So it was really fun to sit around backstage while we were rehearsing. We got to just jam out together. We'd all pass around the guitar and sing. It was awesome. Q: Would you have liked to sing your original songs on the show, if that were an option? A: That's a tough one. It would be really awesome because I feel like people like Lilly, Crystal and I and others, we would definitely excel in that kind of category. At the same time, it is a show where you get judged. It's really hard, because original music, especially the music I write, is filled with a lot of emotion and it's based on personal experiences, and I think it would be hard for me to get up in front of four people and for them to tell me my personal experiences are invalid and my song that I wrote when I was going through a hard time wasn't good enough. So its mixed and matched, but I definitely think it would be a cool twist to bring to a show and really bring to light some of those true musicians. Q: What's next? Will you head back to Iowa? A: I am planning on going back for now, since I'm flat broke. [Laughs.] I gotta go back to Des Moines and start working and continue to pursue recording and writing music with all sorts of different artists. The band called Lovedrug is a band I've been listening to since I was real young. I'm gonna get together with them and hopefully write some music with them as well as other artists. Just getting back in the studio and getting back to what I truly love to do. Were you sad to see Katelyn go? Will you listen to her post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
Mar 12th, 2010
'A talent competition is not necessarily my thing,' she says.By Katie Byrne Katelyn Epperly performs on "American Idol" Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images Katelyn Epperly finally had a breakout "American Idol" performance last week with Coldplay's "The Scientist," even though the judges didn't see eye-to-eye on it. But the whole panel agreed that her take on Carole King's "I Feel the Earth Move" didn't live up to her potential. Even so, Epperly wasn't expected to get the boot on Thursday, but such was the theme of the shocking results night, when Lilly Scott, Alex Lambert and Todrick Hall were also sent packing. We caught up with the singer/songwriter to talk about her closest "Idol" allies, her next move and more. Q: Did you feel that the judges were especially hard on you this season? A: They were definitely more critical towards me. I'm not sure if it's possibly because I've been performing for so long. Maybe they expected more out of me than what I was giving them. But I started off on a pretty strong note, so maybe I didn't live up to their expectations week by week. Q: Did you sing "I Feel the Earth Move" to compensate for Simon's "corny" comments the week before? A: I totally did. I definitely was trying to find a song that would portray me as an artist, which is difficult for a singer/songwriter in this competition, because first of all, I don't listen to mainstream music, and second of all, I don't typically perform covers. So I kind of scrambled around last-minute trying to do something. I brought out the Wurlitzer keyboard. I wanted to do something edgier, and it didn't work out for me, but I definitely don't regret doing it, because I love that era. Q: You and Lilly seemed especially emotional during the results show. Why was that? A: Lilly and I have gotten really close, and from the start, we've flocked together. Crystal [Bowersox] too. I don't typically hang out with girls very often, so this was a rare thing for all three of us, actually. To really truly have female friends and to get along so well and to be so supportive of one another and turning and seeing them there — for me, it wasn't over. This is sort of a platform in my career. I wasn't so sad about that; I was sad to see them, and I'm gonna say it was a pretty big disappointment to me to see Lilly go home, because if I were to be at home watching that show, she would, by far, over all the other girls, not be the one going home. Q: What made you choose "The Scientist" last week? A: It's definitely a song that comes to mind when I think about anything hard I've had to do, any sort of loss. It's a very touching, riveting song. I covered it a lot this summer and coped with a lot of things that I was going through. This is a song that is sad but also hopeful. When they said it was too slow, that was OK with me. I was waiting for that comment. I wanted to do it slow. I wanted to focus on the lyrics of the song. The song just cries, and I think I portrayed it, despite what the judges might have thought. Q: Are you especially rooting for anyone now that you're off the show? A: I wish them all well, because I've gotten to know them all, and everyone's worked so hard. Honestly, from the start, Crystal has been a very true, true friend to me and an honest person. And when she sings, it comes from the heart, and I know you've watched her. It's just natural for her, and she totally deserves it. I'm going to be pushing for her all the way. Q: Was it comforting to you for there to be so many other singer/songwriters in the competition this season? A: I think that's very important. That's actually what made me so much more OK with being on the show, because I did have some pride issues with it at first, because a talent competition is not necessarily my thing. I'm the kind of person who just likes to sing and dance and spend time with music instead of making it something competitive. I've seen so many singer/songwriters this year who really are credible and who have been working at it their whole lives and truly deserve it. They didn't just roll out of bed one day and want to be on a TV show and have an OK voice and a pretty face. So it was really fun to sit around backstage while we were rehearsing. We got to just jam out together. We'd all pass around the guitar and sing. It was awesome. Q: Would you have liked to sing your original songs on the show, if that were an option? A: That's a tough one. It would be really awesome because I feel like people like Lilly, Crystal and I and others, we would definitely excel in that kind of category. At the same time, it is a show where you get judged. It's really hard, because original music, especially the music I write, is filled with a lot of emotion and it's based on personal experiences, and I think it would be hard for me to get up in front of four people and for them to tell me my personal experiences are invalid and my song that I wrote when I was going through a hard time wasn't good enough. So its mixed and matched, but I definitely think it would be a cool twist to bring to a show and really bring to light some of those true musicians. Q: What's next? Will you head back to Iowa? A: I am planning on going back for now, since I'm flat broke. [Laughs.] I gotta go back to Des Moines and start working and continue to pursue recording and writing music with all sorts of different artists. The band called Lovedrug is a band I've been listening to since I was real young. I'm gonna get together with them and hopefully write some music with them as well as other artists. Just getting back in the studio and getting back to what I truly love to do. Were you sad to see Katelyn go? Will you listen to her post-"Idol" music? Let us know! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Videos Meet The 'American Idol' Top 12 'American Idol' In 60 Seconds Related Photos 'American Idol' Top 12 Party 'American Idol' Season Nine Performances
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hey wat up my ladies
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Glad u like Pirls! Questions are answered a couple times a week. Check back in a few days for the answer to ur question.
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i like pirls i just asked my first question how will know when its answered?
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Hi everyone pirls is awsome!!!
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hey sup yo yo
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Wow, I havent gone on in ages............. I'm supprised I still remember my password
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chik luvs vollyball do you go t vollyball camps because if you do that is awsome do you even like vollyball i no i d ???
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